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‘I’m done’ City Council Member Paul Miller says he’ll step down to take assistant fire chief job BY MIKE GAINOR EDITOR@PINECITYMN.COM

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Underneath the Highway 70 bridge at the Minnesota/Wisconsin border a mass of ice floes piled up in the St. Croix.

St. Croix River ice-out sets record BY TODD BECKMANN BURNETT COUNTY SENTINEL

”Awfully early,” is the consensus of the ice going out at the Hwy. 70 Bridge over the St. Croix River. “It breaks the record by three days,” Jean Van Tatenhove, park ranger for the National Park Service, reported. “The previous record was Feb. 26 —set in the late 1990s.” The ice out came between 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 23. The NPS has been keeping track

of ice out dates for 34 years. “It’s the earliest date of the iceout since we’ve been recording dates in 1983,” she remarked. Van Tatenhove said the average ice out comes in late March so this year the ice out is about a month early. “It lets light into the river — it’s kind of a wake-up call to plants and animals who make their home in the river,” she explained. “It’ll trigger things earlier than usual.” The mussel is but one example. “It’ll disrupt their normal cycle,”

she said. “And the water will be warmer than usual.” Beyond cycles starting earlier than normal, she’s not sure what the impact will be. For Jerry Dorff, owner of the Wild River Outfitters, who makes his living renting canoes and kayaks to river enthusiasts, said the early ice out doesn’t mean anything to his business. “It’ll depend on spring rains and the rest of the weather in the watershed which feeds the St. Croix, he observed.

After concerns about potential conflicts of interest were raised by other council members, Pine City Council Member Paul Miller said he would resign from the city council in order to take the position of assistant fire chief for Pine City. Pine City Administrator Ken Cammilleri had earlier pointed out that the city’s lawyer approved allowing Miller to serve in both roles, as long as conflicts of interest were avoided that involved any personal gain. However, council members Brian Scholin and Mary Kay Sloan expressed concerns that it would be difficult for Miller to serve both the fire department and the city as a whole if he were made assistant fire chief. “I do not talk about city stuff over there [at the fire hall] unless it’s public information,” Miller said. Sloan also said that she saw problems, “with the top two people in the fire department being in the same family.” Fire Chief Tom Miller is Paul Miller’s brother. “You just made my decision up for me,” Miller said. “I hereby officially resign as council member. I’m done with it.” The remaining four city council members then approved Miller’s resignation from the council, and accepted him as the city’s next assistant fire chief. However, Miller’s resignation from the city council will not become official until the March 1 meeting. More on that meeting in next week’s Pioneer.

Comprehensive plan approved for Pine County BY AILENE CROUP NEWS@PINECITYMN.COM

The 2017 -2030 comprehensive plan, which has received much attention from the county’s township boards and residents, was approved by Pine County Commissioners at last week’s regular meeting. A public hearing held prior to the regular meeting, was the last step in moving forward with the plan and securing the board’s approval. Assessor/Recorder/Zoning Director Kelly Schroeder said the plan is a wide vision of how the county should proceed over the next 13 years. She said, “We don’t have all the roads yet how to get there…(we) don’t have all the answers.” Board Chairman Matt Ludwig asked Schroeder is she was comfortable that

the proposed comprehensive plan had “gotten out to people.” “There’s only so much you can do. I think it’s adequate,” she said. The document outlines six areas of concern – agriculture, economic and community development, recreation, natural resources, education, transportation and infrastructure - with goals, facts, concerns and recommendations. Ludwig proceeded with the hearing by asking for comment from the public. Abe Mach from Windemere Township said he was concerned about the numerous references to countywide zoning throughout the comprehensive plan. It was mentioned eight times. He said he wanted to see townships keep their own zoning, along with the way land is mapped out in each. Taking

power away from the township government “is our main concern,” he added. Richard Lindig from Pine City Township also said the county should let the townships continue to be individual. “There’s quite a bit of difference between the north in Pine County and the south.” Ailene Croup from Arlone Township said she’d like to see comments from the all public hearings involving the comprehensive plan become a matter of record. Croup said the solution to zoning presented at the local government meeting held in January, should be used by the county. The recommendation came from Mach who said if the county intends to pursue countywide zoning, it should take each township’s zoning plan and use it as the county’s plan. The

three townships which don’t have zoning would have to come up with a plan to suit their residents. Enforcement would then be provided by the sheriff’s department. Commissioner Josh Mohr said, “I like what I seen here.” He also said he appreciated the work that was done. Ludwig said the document was not a zoning plan and that the board understood that the south is not like Nickerson. “It is not a one size fits all.” Commissioners voted to approve the comprehensive plan 4-0. Commissioner Steve Hallan was absent from the meeting. The Pine County’s comprehensive plan can be viewed at the county’s website www.co.pine.mn.us

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Surveyors seek to identify Pine County’s ‘corners’ BY AILENE CROUP NEWS@PINECITYMN.COM

Markers which identify land boundaries were set in the ground and have been maintained and continuously monitored since 1868. That was the year Pine County was first surveyed, County Surveyor Robin Mathews told the board at last week’s regular meeting. When surveys were first done, surveyors did the best they could with the equipment they had. Sometimes those sections weren’t exactly square. The Supreme Court decided in the 1800s that wherever that marker was set, was the “corner.” “Our job is to maintain that. They may not like

what I find, but they cannot argue in court that it is wrong,” Mathews explained after he reviewed the most current survey results. He said having those corners identified makes land division easier. His report showed the map of a cemetery. Cemeteries are some of the oldest defined land uses and they help determine corners. County Engineer Mark LeBrun said the county had hired private surveyors. He said corners are important to the highway department when road work is planned. Minnesota Statute 389.08 has helped Pine County determine 583 corners. Those corners have been identified by

private surveyors. The statute states that licensed land surveyors who perform a land survey for an individual or corporation must file their findings with the county within 30 days of completion of the survey. There are still 1,500 corners left to be identified in Pine County, Mathews said, with most of those being located in the state forest. Commissioner Steve Chaffee asked if there was a cost to file the private survey. There is no charge to file the survey, Mathew said. Surveyors failing to file their finding will be charged with a misdemeanor.

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DNR to ice anglers: head north BY STAFF REPORT NEWS@PINECITYMN.COM

Local officers of the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources were kept busy this week as warmer temperatures continued to reign in Pine County. Conservation Officer Bret Grundmeier, working in Hinckley, reports that he spent time checking some trapping activity, angling activity and responded to ATV operating complaints. A handful of youth ATVers were stopped and escorted home where kids and parents were then educated about the requirement of ATV safety certificates and wearing helmets. While checking a very small remote lake, Grundmeier watched from the distance as a lone angler used more fishing poles than allowed. As he approached to make contact, the fisherman kicked a jig stick down the ice hole. Unfortunately the bail was open on the rod and the bobber stayed at the surface, while the rod sank, making it difficult to hide the evidence. Conservation Officer Eugene Wynn, working out of Pine City, said he spent the week answering questions about ice shelter removal, trapping and burning permits. He reported that ice conditions in the Pine City area have deteriorated with warm weather and high water. Shorelines around both Cross and Pokegama are broke up and in very bad shape. He urged area anglers to head farther north in order to get in those last few ice fishing trips.

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Hoops squad has blue-ribbon run in home tourney The Pine City Sixth Grade Girls Hoops Team took ﬁrst place in a tournament hosted by Pine City. The squad beat Rush City, Cambridge, and Hermantown to take the championship, and ﬁnished their season 8-4.

Sisters shine in Chicago Pine City sisters represented their community and gym in the “Chicago Style” meet held Feb. 11 in Chicago, Illinois. The meet hosted 4,000 gymnasts over the course of two days. No Boundaries Xcel Silver team took third place. Second grader, Lillian Genereau (left) placed eighth in her age division with a score of 35.457. Piper Genereau (right) a member of the No Boundaries Xcel Bronze team took home first place. A first grader, Piper took home first place all-around with a score of 36.625. PHOTO S PROVIDED

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MARCH 2 Bioterrorism in Minnesota On Thursday, March 2 the public is invited to a free presentation on how Minnesota deals with bioterrorism threats from 7-8 p.m. at Anoka-Ramsey Community College, room G202, in Cambridge. Minnesota Department of Health Biosafety Outreach Coordinator Eric Lundquist’s presentation will include a discussion of Minnesota’s involvement in the Center of Disease Control’s Laboratory Response Network, the Department of Homeland Security’s Biowatch program, and Minnesota’s State role in the Minnesota Laboratory System network of clinical labs. He will be giving accounts of actual cases that have occurred in Minnesota and how they were handled. For more information visit AnokaRamsey.edu.

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Atlantic and became part of the cultural heritage of the Great Lakes and Canada. Call 320-6296403 or visit www.ecrlib.org for more information.

Stories and crafts at Mille Lacs Kids of all ages are invited to the Mille Lacs Indian Museum on Saturday, March 4 for stories and snacks from noon to 1 p.m., followed by learning a basic stringing technique and bead a ring (ages 8 and up) from 1 to 3 p.m. For cost or more information, call 320-532-3632.

PTCC ‘Discover Pine’ Pine Technical and Community College (PTCC) will host “Discover Pine” a campus visit open house at 10 a.m. on Saturday, March 4. Potential students are invited to tour the campus and learn how to apply to the college and financial aid. RSVP at www.pine.edu/visit or call 320-629-5100 for additional information.

PTO carnival and fundraiser The Pine Dragons PTO invites the public to a carnival and fundraiser on Friday, March 3, 5-8 p.m., at Pine City Elementary School. There will be games, prizes, a silent auction, bounce house and more. Pizza and other concessions will be available. For information about volunteering or donating auction items, email pinedragonspto@ gmail.com or call Heather Peterson at 320-282-7127.

MARCH 5 Open skating and hockey On Sunday, March 5 there is open skating at 5:15 p.m. at the Pine City Civic Center, followed by youth open hockey at 6:15 p.m. and adult open hockey at 7:30 p.m. Call 320-629-6995 for cost or more information, or visit www.pinecityciviccenter. weebly.com.

years, the MDA has successfully treated dozens of gypsy moth infestations across eastern Minnesota which helps postpone full-scale invasion, saving local communities and homeowners money and protecting the health of the state’s urban and natural forests. To learn more, go to www.mda.state.mn.us/ gmtreatments.

MARCH 7 & 14 Teacup Garden Mosaic at PCftA During this 2-session class held Tuesdays, March 7 & 14, 6 - 9 p.m. at Pine Center for the Arts, downtown Pine City, transform a plain piece of wood into beautiful, functional art for the home with instructor Peggy Ingles. Use secondhand teacups and mosaic tiles to create a planter for a kitchen herb garden. Students will need to bring an old towel to class and dress for a mess the second session. For cost, information or to register, call 320-629-4924 or visit www.pinecenter.org.

MARCH 9 WINDOW abuse support group A support group for domestic abuse survivors meets at Journey North Church - 840 Main St., Pine City, every other Thursday of each month from 6-7 p.m. The next meeting is Thursday, March 9. WINDOW seeks to organize additional groups in other local communities as well. Call 320-384-7113 for more information.

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The World History Club for 5th and 6th graders will meet at the Pine City Library from 3-4:45 p.m. on Friday, March 3. Recommended supplies for the free club are a 2” three-ring binder, seven binder dividers with tabs and lined paper. For more information call Maya Phillips at 320-322-5101.

The Pine City High School Music Department will be presenting its Mid-Winter Senior High Band and Choir Concert on Tuesday, March 7 at 7:30 p.m. in the Pine City High School Auditorium. All are welcome to attend this free concert by the students of our community.

On Thursday, March 9 the Magnificent Red Hatters will order lunch off the menu at 11:30 a.m. at the Grant House in the Rose Room, 80 W. 4th St., Rush City. Guests are always welcome. RSVP to Darlene Collins, 320-629-4684, by March 3.

‘Chisago County’s Archeological Treasures’

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Minnesota State Archaeologist, Amanda Gronhovd, MS, RPA, will present a program on “Chisago County’s Archeological Treasures” at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, March 7 at the Community Center in Maple Commons, 38799 7th Ave., North Branch. This event, co-sponsored by the Chisago County Historical Society and the North Chisago Historical Society, is open to the public. For more information, please call CCHS at 651-257-5310 or 651-269-3580.

Pine Center for the Arts’ next gallery exhibit, set to open on Friday, March 10, will feature a solo art exhibit by local artist Kristin Webster entitled, “Awake, Arise and Spring forth: A Gathering of Painted Botanicals, Their Flowers and Fruit.” A gallery opening reception with refreshments will take place from 4-7 p.m. For more information contact PCftA by email at info@pinecenter.org or leave a message at 320-629-4924.

K of C ﬁsh fry Fridays The Pine City Knights of Columbus host an all-you-can-eat Lenten fish fry every Friday night from 5-7 p.m. through April 7 at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, 535 8th St. SW, Pine City. Meal includes fish, potato, vegetable, bun, dessert and a beverage. Children under 5 are free.

MARCH 4 Norah Rendell and the Lost Forty East Central Regional Library and the Pine County Historical Society invite people of all generations and dance levels to check out a free three-part series of folk dance instruction and live performance. Up first are the traditional Irish sounds of Norah Rendell and the Lost Forty at 1 p.m. on Saturday, March 4 at the Pine County History Museum in Askov. Inspired by Celtic traditions from Newfoundland to Minnesota, they perform songs that crossed the

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Gypsy moth invasion meeting The Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) will host an open house to share information with citizens about the threat gypsy moths pose to the environment, and how officials plan to protect forested areas in the Hinckley area on Tuesday, March 7, 6-7 p.m., at the Hinckley City Hall Community Room, 106 1st Street SE. Over the

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‘Ole and Lena win a cruise’ On Saturday, March 11 the Pine City Arts Council invites the public to see the play, “Ole and Lena win a cruise,” 7 p.m., at the Pine City High School auditorium. Tickets available at the Flower Box, Cabin Coffees, Pine City Community Ed, and at the door. Visit the PCAC Facebook page for more information.

Super Art Saturday at PCftA The public is invited to Super Art Saturday classes at Pine Center for the Arts, 265 5th St. SE, Pine City, on Saturday, March 11. At 10 a.m., learn tips and tricks of iPhone/iPad photography with Dee Kotaska, or learn the basics of needle-felting and create a sunflower with Teresa Kukowski. At 1 p.m. Dee Kotaska will lead a class around Pine City to get hands-on practice with their iPhones, or sign up to paint an acrylic cardinal scene with Charlene Herrick. For cost, information or to register, call 320-629-4924 or visit www.pinecenter.org.

VFW St. Patrick’s Day bingo A VFW St. Patrick’s Day bingo and drawings, open to players of all ages, will take place at the Pine City VFW Post 4258 on Saturday, March 11 at 2 p.m. Proceeds benefit the VFW education scholarship and Pine City Cub Scout funds.

MEETINGS THURSDAY 3/2 TOPS-Take Off Pounds Sensibly: Pine City Library Community Room, 4:30-5:30 p.m. NAMI peer support: Cambridge Medical Ctr., 6:30 p.m. Teen AA/NA: 6:30 p.m., Teen Focus Center, Rush City Pine City Music Boosters: Pine City Pizza Pub, 6:30 p.m. SATURDAY 3/4 Model RR club: Askov, 10 a.m., Pine County History Museum SUNDAY 3/5 AA (Big Book study): Evangelical Free Church, 7 p.m. MONDAY 3/6 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 3/7 Pine County Board: 10 a.m., Pine Co. History Museum, Askov WEDNESDAY 3/8 Woodcarving club: Askov, 9 a.m. Pine Co. History Museum Kids board game club: Pine City Public Library, 3-5 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 City VFW Hall AA: 8 p.m., Rock Creek Community Center

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MARCH 11 Pig roast fundraiser beneﬁt for Chad Hopkins A pig roast fundraiser benefit for Chad Hopkins, a father of four who recently underwent a serious spinal operation, will take place on Saturday, March 11, 3 p.m., at The Diesel Shop at 54319 Forest Blvd, Rush City 55032. Funds raised will help

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MARCH 12 PFLAG Meeting The next meeting of the East Central Minnesota Parents, Friends and Families of Lesbians and Gays will be held Sunday, March 12, at 4:30 p.m. at Common Ground, the Cambridge United Methodist Church, at 404 North Cypress St., Cambridge. Anyone in need of support or answers on LGBT issues is encouraged to attend. Call 320-396-3128; 320-272-0069; or 763-552-0084 with any questions; or visit ecmnpflag.org.

MARCH 14 Family Law Clinic The Refuge Network is sponsoring a free, open to the public, Family Law Clinic on Tuesday, March 14, 6 p.m., at Trinity Lutheran Church in North Branch (38460 Lincoln Trail, North Branch, MN 55056). 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 after the main presentation. For further information visit www. therefugenetwork.org or call 651-257-2890.

March 6 - 10 Monday: Porcupine meatballs in tomato sauce, seven layer salad, rice pilaf, peaches Tuesday: Roast beef with horseradish, whipped potatoes with gravy, broccoli Normandy, dinner roll, carrot cake Wednesday: Special of the Day Thursday: Chicken caesar wrap, hearty vegetable soup, mandarin oranges, strawberry cream dessert Friday: Lemon pepper ﬁsh, au gratin potatoes, beets, wheat bread, moon cake Cost is $4.00 for people over 60 and $7.50 for under 60. No preregistration needed, except for special events. Call the Pine City Senior Center at 320-629-3024 between 10:30 a.m. and 1 p.m.

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Difficult adjustments for the aged I recently had occasion to visit a new resident at Sophie’s Manor just outside of Pine City, and I was thrilled to learn she was permitted to bring her little dog along. I know it was extremely hard for her to leave her home, but her precious pet is helping her make the transition. We just finished reading “Being Mortal (Medicine and What Matters in the End)” by Atul Gawande. To say we found it thought-provoking is an understatement. Dr. Gawande is a surgeon at Brigham and Women’s Hospital in Boston and a professor at Harvard Medical School; is highly qualified for the Meandering he ideas he puts forth in this book. He writes about the changes with that are being made in assisted Margaret living and long-term care facilities. An example he cites is a faMargaret cility in upstate New York where a young physician who had been Marty hired as medical director went to management and requested two dogs, four cats, one hundred birds and cages, and live plants (apparently, it was a very large facility). He also encouraged staff members to let their kids come after school to hang out with the residents. The worker’s aim was to attack what he termed the three plagues of nursing home existence: boredom, loneliness, and helplessness. After much debate and objection, the request was granted. Within a short time, “the lights turned back on in people’s eyes,” he writes, “people whom they had believed weren’t able to speak started speaking.” This is a far cry from what my father envisioned thirty years ago as he became aged. He was adamant that we take him out behind the barn and shoot him (joking, of course), rather than place him in a nursing home. As it turned out, I had the blessed privilege of caring for him in my home when his blood transfusions for old-age onset leukemia became ineffective. The doctor gave him three weeks. I shall never forget Daddy’s words to me, as he began refusing food, “Let’s not prolong this; I just want to be with Victoria again.” He didn’t want company, other than family. And here I must not forget to mention the hospice workers who truly are angels in disguise, as we learned at that time. Growing old and dependent is inevitable. But I’m encouraged by the places where I’ve had occasion to visit folks in Pine City—Golden Horizons, Scandia House, Sophie’s Manor, Lakeside, and perhaps there are others. Daddy would be amazed. Margaret Marty is a writer and poet who is delighted to be living in retirement on the Rock Creek farm where she grew up.

What are ‘executive orders’? One of the issues in the 2016 Presidential campaign was the use of executive orders by then President Obama. An executive order is loosely defined in the dictionary as an order from the President or a federal government agency which has the force of law. In the first 10 days in office, President It’s in your Trump has issued a number of execucourt tive orders. The United Judge Steve States Constitution does not exHalsey pressly allow presidential executive orders. However, during the United States’ history, executive orders have been issued by nearly every president, including George Washington, Abraham Lincoln (Emancipation Proclamation), Harry Truman (federal control of steel mills), Bill Clinton (1999 Kosovo War), Franklin Delano Roosevelt (internment of Japanese-Americans), and Dwight Eisenhower (desegregation of public schools). Critics of presidential executive orders argue that such orders violate the Constitution and our threebranch form of government since Congress, as the law-making body, has the sole authority to make laws. A scorecard reveals nearly every President has issued executive orders: FDR issued 3,522, Ronald Reagan 381, Bill Clinton 364 and Barack Obama 275. Proponents of

executive orders argue that there is a long history of such orders where Congress is deadlocked or unwilling to address an important issue or emergency (as in Category 2 below). I express no opinion on executive orders, but I will briefly discuss how the United States Supreme Court has addressed them. In the Youngstown Sheet case, the United States Supreme Court was asked to judge the validity of President Truman’s executive order calling for the seizure of steel mills just before a nationwide strike. “The indispensability of steel as a component of substantially all weapons and other war materials led the President to believe that the proposed work stoppage would immediately jeopardize our national defense and that governmental seizure of the steel mills was necessary in order to assure the continued availability of steel.” President Truman’s rationale for the order did not withstand judicial scrutiny. In holding that President Truman’s order was unlawful, the United States Supreme Court explained that “the President’s power, if any, to issue [an executive] order must stem either from an act of Congress or from the Constitution itself.” The Court concluded that no congressional act authorized President Truman to seize the mills; President Truman, in fact, did not rest on such congressional authorization. Instead, he relied on what he considered to be his presidential power “implied from the aggregate of his powers under the Constitu-

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tion.” The Court rejected this argument. Justice Robert Jackson, in a concurring opinion (meaning an opinion that was not joined by a majority of the Justices and, therefore, not binding), classified presidential powers into three general categories, which are summarized below. Even Justice Jackson admitted, these three categories were “somewhat over-simplified.” And, as the Court stated in Dames & Moore v. Regan, a case decided after Youngstown Sheet, “it is doubtless the case that executive action in any particular instance falls, not neatly in one of three pigeonholes, but rather at some point along a spectrum running from explicit congressional authorization to explicit congressional prohibition.” Despite its oversimplification, Justice Jackson’s general framework for assessing the validity of an executive order is useful and often used. Category 1: “When the President acts pursuant to an express or implied authorization of Congress, his authority is at its maximum, for it includes all that he possesses in his own right plus all that Congress can delegate. . . . If his act is held unconstitutional under these circumstances, it usually means that the Federal Government as an undivided whole lacks power.” Category 2: “When the President acts in absence of either a congressional grant or denial of authority, he can only rely upon his own SEE HALSEY, PAGE 8

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR ‘A Place For You’ is special To the Editor: As I sit in my favorite chair watching the evening news, I begin thinking about how fortunate I am. I have a nice home, great family and a job I enjoy. I have the amazing opportunity to care for others. I help make a difference in the lives of others. With amazing staff that care deeply for those we serve, together we do what we can to make the people at A Place For You feel comfortable, important and respected. Some of these people have not felt these feelings in years. One resident came to me today, so proud because he has been clean and not using any drugs for the first time in a long time. He was excited and wants to continue his sobriety when he leaves the shelter. Another resident was worried about how to get to her doctor’s appointment; she was amazed when she learned we were going to make sure she got to her appointment because she is a priority. A Place For You serves many single adults with a variety of stories. Some have disabilities; some have family issues, and some, little hope left. When they come to A Place For You they find we are not like other shelters. Although they have lots of rules to follow and they have to work on their individualized case plan, they also have a place where they get so much more than a bed and a meal. Each resident meets with a volunteer to work on budgeting. The Case Manager works with them to develop a case plan and makes referrals to physical heath, mental health and chemical health services if needed. They get help finding housing and employment. Most of our residents are working within a week or two of entering the shelter. A Place For You works hard to make a difference and I am proud to be a member of the team. A Place For You is an essential safety net for the communities we serve. Please remember us when you are sitting in your favorite chair and enjoying your favorite television show. Say a prayer, show support and care for

others. Serving: Pine, Kanabec, Chisago, Isanti, Mille Lacs and Carlton counties Linda Cassman, executive director A Place For You

The media is not the enemy To the Editor: In the United States of America there is freedom of the press. There is a good reason for that. We ordinary people of the country cannot possibly know or even find out by ourselves what our government is doing. In a free country, we have a right to know what our government is up to. The people in government work for us. They are servants of the people. Therefore we want an active press that looks into all aspects of the government and reports what they find to us. That is not to say that all media are equally reliable or ethical. We have been inundated by made up “news” or postings online that contain a germ of truth but it is twisted and so is not true. It started when blogs became popular online and anyone, even those with no education in journalism or ethics, could write a blog. But now, the President of the United States is declaring war on professional news media. Even though his administration has promoted “alternate facts,” now he is accusing the media of lying. It is embarrassing to have a president act so unprofessional in public, but to call all media “fake” and to tell the press to “sit down” shows such a lack of respect. But now he has called the press the “enemy of the people.” I am sure when you are president it is not easy to read things about yourself in the news that are not flattering, but that is the way it is in a free democratic country. It is not always pleasant for those in power but necessary. We need ethical and experienced reporters to do their job for us, the people. We do not want a press that only praises those in power. That is what is done in countries where they have dictators. Dorothy Jamison Sandstone

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To the Editor: I would like to respond to Thomas Martini. He points out some very real problems with riding this so-called high speed train. He feels we should be bolder in our thoughts. Let me point out a few problems. If they did start a train from Minneapolis to Duluth, his idea of an “L” train is right, it would move faster and not be hampered by other traffic; but who is going to pay for this? Yes, I know the federal government will pay for most. Umm, where does the Federal Government get “their” money from? Would it be the same place that the “state” does? Also, out of the total population in the state of Minnesota how many would ride the train? My best guess is about four percent if it’s that high. Now the main problem with any of the rails they have already put in and are talking about in the future is ... who is going to run them? The government, of course. Can anyone tell me what business (a rail line would be a business) the government has gotten into that made money? Nada. None. Even the post office is broke. Therefore, the taxpayers will pay for the installation, running and maintenance of this train. So we, our children, our grandchildren and great grandchildren will pay to keep the train running even though 96 percent of them will never ride the train they will still pay to keep running. And what does one do when they arrive in Duluth. How do you get around? Rent a car? Wait some place for a bus? Walk? If a train system could make money someone in private business would build and run it just like they did with the train system of yore. I’m tired of government coming up with ideas that cost us more money in the long run. I have an idea that might work. Let those elected officials that vote for it pay for it and leave me and the other taxpayers out of it. Dick Birrenbach Pine City

To the Editor: Every year Minnesota townships are required to have an “Annual Town Meeting.” It is held the second Tuesday of March, which is March 14 this year. It is a true form of direct democracy, encouraging all members of the community to participate. As with most American political ideas, town meetings have their roots in colonial America. New England town meetings gave citizens a way to exercise local authority. These meetings were especially important in the development of democracy because it emphasized problem-solving through group efforts. Thomas Jefferson called it the “wisest invention ever devised by the wit of man for the perfect exercise of self-government.” This tradition was passed down to townships here in Minnesota. Township residents gather on the second Tuesday in March at the town hall or another designated place to discuss their communities. The Town Clerk brings the meeting to order and oversees the process of nominating and voting upon a moderator for the evening, who is chosen from those attending. Typically, residents hear reports from various committees – like roads and fire protection. Townships are required to post an audit. Everyone attending votes on the tax levy. Many townships hold elections the same day, outside the meeting, for a supervisor, clerk or treasurer. Townships are often referred to as “grassroots government.” This reference stems from the community-based nature of how town government is structured. Most townships have small populations, but a big sense of community. Being small, township officials must be creative in delivering quality services with the least possible burden to taxpayers. If you live in a township, participate. Join your neighbors at the Annual Town Meeting on Tuesday, March 14. Your local paper will publish the time and place. Be a part of direct democracy. Colleen Klatke Minnesota Association of Townships

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Women’s suffrage a big issue 100 years ago 10 Years Ago, 2007 Area farmers told the county board that taxes in Pine County have hit their limit. “No more increases. Simple math will indicate you’re on a disastrous course,” David Koland who owns a farm east of Sandstone told the county commissoners. East Central Energy reported that in a vacant area of Braham a power pole was sawed off and a transformer was taken in an apparent copper theft. Halftime entertainment at a Dragon basketball game against Mora came from the Dance Tech line. It included some tiny Pine City cheerleaders dancing to the “Joy of Pepsi” song. Emmy Rae Kuzel and Maddie Wiener Years were caught in action in a photo by Vicki Foss. Ago A WalMart Community Grant in the amount of $500 was presented to Donna Pine County Sheriff Mark Mansavage to be used for a drug awareness proHeath gram. Tom Miche’ is this week’s Athlete of The Week. He has advanced to the next level of the AAA Award (Arts, Athletics, Academics). Scoring 99/100 points, he has recently won subsection and section levels, competing against 71 schools to gain this title. Tom holds an excellent grade point average and has also been named All-State in cross-country and band. Tom is active in his church, cross-country, track, band, choir and the fall class play. A timber theft case from 2006 has resulted in a felony conviction, fines and restitution of nearly $15,000 and a year in jail for Fredrick Barney Olesiak, 45, from Sawyer, Minnesota. The lumber was stolen from state land and sold by Olesiak. Student Achievers are Tristan Zbytovsky, fourth grade, son of Lee and Jennifer Zbytovsky, and seventh grader Kyle Webster, son of Gene and Kristen Webster. Both boys are hardworking with a positive attitude. They are positive role models to their classmates.

25 Years Ago, 1992 Pine City residents can make use of a new recycling shed at Nelson’s Country Market. The shed is open 24 hours a day and people may leave newspapers, plastics, glass, cans and any other recyclables. Looking over his calendar and getting ready to start some of his seeds, Bob Ebert looks forward to launching his Community Support Agriculture project, Windmill Farms. His interest in the concept started a few years ago and grew this year when he attended a conference at Philadelphia Community Farm in Osceola, Wisconsin. For $20 a month or $200 a year people can become shareholders in the project and receive meat, eggs and vegetables throughout the seasons. Little 22-month-old Kelsey Kapiness, daughter of Brian and Cindy Kapiness, was seriously injured when she was hit by a tractor while playing in the family yard. She was rushed to North Memorial Hospital with head injuries and is on a ventilator.

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The Pine City High School received another bomb threat, the first one being on Feb. 20. Although the person making the threat might think it is funny, it is a serious matter and the students all have to be evacuated to a safe site while the school building is searched. Pine City brought five entrants to the Section 7A wrestling tournament last week and was looking to place as many as possible into the state tournament. Charles Fix, 112 lbs., wrestled aggressively over the two day period and came away with the sole berth for the Dragons in the state meet. Piano students from the seventh through 12th grades will present a teen recital on March 8 at the Pine City Evangelical Free Church. They are the students of Dianne Deutschlander, Tricia Jeske and Carolyn Jukich of Pine City, and Char Daniels, Moose Lake.

50 Years Ago, 1967 At the annual meeting of the Pine City Fire Department, John Norton was elected chief and Ben Novak was assistant chief. At the village council meeting last Wednesday, Eugene Schumacher was named new municipal liquor store manager. Also discussed were the problems of dogs running at large in the village and of careless vehicle parking here at the present time. Brandt Harris, son of Mr. and Mrs. John Harris, celebrated his third birthday last Thursday, March 2, with nine little friends present. They were Shelly Reynolds, Jaime and Jeffrey Jasperson, Sandra Michael and Julie Miller, Roxanne Smetana, Tommy Nygren and Bethany Palmer.

75 Years Ago, 1942 G. W. Smith, owner of Pine Camp, announces that the Camp is being remodeled and that it will operate this coming season as an amusement place and dance hall.

The front wheels for the Borchers’ car were found this week behind a haystack on a farm east on Hwy. 70 where they had been dumped by thieves after the tires and tubes were removed. No trace of the tires or the persons who took them. Cliff Klande, who lives up on Cross Lake, believes that anyone referring to a pickerel as a snake has something, because he speared a pickerel weighing eight-and-one-half pounds. This weight including that of a full grown sunfish weighing nearly a pound and measuring five inches across. The pickerel had swallowed the sunfish and soon afterwards wandered into view at the Klande fish house. Cliff said that the critter looked rather out of proportion, as the sunfish lay flat in the stomach of the pickerel and there was a decided bulge in the bilge of the larger fish. He speared the big fellow and when he opened him up found this second fish. LAKESIDE HOSPITAL: Mrs. Edward Houde, Rt. 4, Pine City, has a new son born at the hospital Saturday morning.

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March arrived like a lamb today. Look out for the 31st. Women’s suffrage may be all right – it all depends on the woman. Nobody wants to refuse it to them but we doubt whether it be good statesmanship to foist the obligation of citizenship onto the mass of womanhood because a few cry and go on hunger strikes for it. Women’s suffrage is fraught with more possibilities for good or ill to the home and citizenry than all the other laws passed by the legislature in the last half century – but it is a step from which there is no retreating. We wish the women themselves might be allowed the privilege of deciding a question so important to their welfare and the welfare of the homes and country.

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Pruning trees, especially apple trees, is recommended between January and March each year to avoid potential disease and insect problems during the summer months. This winter period is also an excellent time to control unwanted or invasive woody trees and shrubs (buckthorn, Siberian elm, Japanese barberry, oriental bittersweet, etc.). For pruning apple trees, you want to prune the tree to have well-spaced branches and a balanced appearance, while eliminating problematic branches (those that are broken, diseased or dead).

General pruning guidelines include: remove diseased, broken or dead branches, remove any downward-growing branches, if two limbs are crossed, entangled or otherwise competing, remove one of them completely at its base, remove any limbs along the trunk that is getting bigger in diameter than the trunk, remove suckers coming up from the roots or low on the trunk, remove watersprouts, which are vigorous vertical branches. Make pruning cuts close to the branch collar at the base of the limb. For larger limbs, start the cut from the underside of the limb to avoid tearing the bark. Remove large limbs first, starting with the top of the tree.

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Pine City High School 2016-17 second quarter honor roll Principal’s List SEVENTH GRADE Berglund, Madisen K. Blaisdell, Colton Currie, Jocelyn Ennen, Haeven Gerner, Chloe Goodner, Jacob D. Gutz, Jasmine R. Macho, Meaghan A. Merrick, Rhaya Miller, Dorothy J. Montbriand, Elivia R. Nascene, Carissa L. Peterson, Kaleigha R. Westerman, Kadi J. EIGHTH GRADE Adams, Lydia S. Ausmus, George E. Brouwer, Tanner Cavallin, Allison M. Emmons, Charles R. Englund, Jacob R. Foster, Ellee E. Hasz, Ellie Huff, Graci Isackson-Rod, Livia Kuhn, Cara K. Lorsung, Katelyn M. Loucks, Mason Magel, Julia Miller, Kaitlyn Moore, Tristen B. Muller, Desiree R. Quaderer, Alana M. Schmidt, Troy L. Schwietz, Caitlyn Smetana, Peyton Struss, Lukas R. Tayerle, Kensington Vinaja, Ainsley J. NINTH GRADE Bombard, Sarah J. Eckert, Austin Erickson, Kelsey Faur, Ashley Gilbert, Sierra N. Guzik, Emily Havel, Alexis Helmin, Kianna L. Helseth, Isabelle Jusczak, Konnor L. Koffler, Daisy D. Langmade, Faith Lind, Koleman Logan, Seth D. Long, Matthew A. Maiwurm, Colin Merrick, Jacob Nelson, Makenna P. Nutt, Kaitlyn Perlick, Brody Preston, Joel A. Schueller, Emily Steele, Alaina Tomczyk, Erin Vo, Kenny T. Waxberg, Duke Webster, Nathaniel B. Wicktor, Tanner Willhite, Emma TENTH GRADE Aragonez, Isabelle A. Cahill, Elizabeth Chryst, Addisyn Elliot, Emily

Gerner, Courtney A. Gregg, Genoa Hancock, Jenica Hansmann, Nicholas Husom, Hannah Johnson, Chloe C. Lorsung, Hannah M. Miller, Lindsay Ochowicz, Jocelyn E. Reynolds, Crystal A. Sparling, Abbe Struss, Lydia Vang, Hlu Wicktor, Jolie ELEVENTH GRADE Anderson, Madeleine J. Ballou, Kaitlyn J. Graves, Max W. Guzik, Carina Heim, Dana G. Johnson, Rachel Knutson, Kristina Perlick, Kaley Peters, Nicole Rademacher, Jacob Sommer, Lauren Stumbaugh, Madisen L. Tomczyk, Jill Webster, Ashli A. TWELFTH GRADE Bacon, Raylah G. Blake, Ryan Cahill, Natalie Crawford, Jacqueline M. Johnson, Paige Lindblom, Jacob D. Lundquist, Elsie A. Martin, Maddie L. Miller, Anna Pangerl, Breckan B. Rydberg, Melinda R. A Honor Roll SEVENTH GRADE Aragonez, Emilia V. Elliot, Abigail Elliot, Madeline Jahnz, Grace Johnson, Timothy C. Jusczak, Kameron J. Linnell, Seth Petersen, Dylan Reiser, Brynna Welch, Aidan A. Willert, Drake Winters, Rilee E. EIGHTH GRADE Bombard, Brayden Brinker, Jeremy Cavallin, Danielle Cummings, Brett Hegge, Chloe Iverson, Shane K. Nutt, Cody J. Schultz, Ella Somora, Autumn Tyberg, Ellyse Vang, Hla L. NINTH GRADE Bergstrom, Dustin A. Fabini, Luke A. Pantlin, Scarlet R. Raudabaugh, Trent M. Sanders, Isabelle West, Tryston

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Westbrook, Gabriel Westerman, Leah R. Wilson, Lily E. TENTH GRADE Hippen, Cole H. Isackson-Rod, Nevaeh Juhl, Jade P. Knapp, Taylor J. Schmidt, Emma Wagner, Katherine L. Waxberg, Alexandra I. ELEVENTH GRADE Archambault, Adam M. Foss, Marin R. Palmer, Riley D. Reynolds, Johnathan M. Weber, Jacob TWELFTH GRADE Darlow, Taylor M. Graff, Maria M. Kuzel, Emmyrae E. B Honor Roll SEVENTH GRADE Alleman, Alexandra A ndersen-Her nandez, Dylan R. Blake, Claire Combs, Kaleb Cummings, Ryan Danielson, Hunter David, Adrianna R. Dee, Levi D. Determan, Krysta M. Duchene, Ian Eckert, Robert Englund, Emily M. Erickson, Ella M. Fromm, Miriam Goff, Kenneth B. Graham, Madison Grubbs, Samantha A. Hart, Willow-Rai L. Hartnell, Kevin T. Hiler, Edwin Jahnz, Kira James, Samuel T. Johnson, Alex I. Juhl, Jarred Kemen, Beth Knutson, Casey Lindahl, Jacob L. Mancia, Mauricio E.

Miche, Colin D. Mikyska, Mason Olson, Mason J. Olson, Tyler Omae, David K. Oswald, Johnthan J. Plasek, Ryan Prihoda, Kaitlyn K. Pulley, Jet L. Root, Elijah Ruud, Aussion J. Rydberg, Hailee Rydberg, Mason Schwietz, Carley Segarra, Connor D. Senske, Alexa L. Stich, Jada Swanson, Elle Ward, Caleb S. Waxberg, Cole J. Welp-Huttner, Trenton J. Whittaker, Kaia E. EIGHTH GRADE Benzinger, Emily A. Bjorklund, Chase Bulera, Tobias G. Carlsen, Kelsey R. Carlson, Noah Carpenter, Jared M. Chesbrough, Steven M. Coddington, Riley C. Crawford, Adeline M. Crider, Molly Doenz, Amber Evans, Liliana M. Feist, Kori R. Fromm, Caleb Frye, Alyssa L. Gerold, Michael Gilbert, Skye L. Hall, Wheeler Hancock, Anika M. Hart, Steven A. Haug, Holly Hull, Andrew Husom, Olivia Johnson, Ellaina Kidder, Kelsey J. Kirby, Conor R. Leight, Cody A. Lindahl, Brianna Lindahl, Kylee Maas, Avery C. Mallet, Coby M. Miklya, Ethan

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NINTH GRADE Christenson, Alexander Chromey, Allyson K. Clementson, Derek V. Cunnien, Megan Dalen, Tucker L. Depoppe, Trever Duchene, Megan Ennen, Malachi T. Fromm, Christian Graham, Ronni J. Grubbs, Grace E. James, Emily E. Jansen, Mariah L. Johanson, Charlee J. Johnson, Jordan A. Kaminski, Wyatt J. Kearns, Jaylun D. Koestler, Cassie D. Kuhn, Caytlyn R. Laven, Alexander J. Lucht, Sully L. Madigan, Karissa R. Miller, George N. Miller, Noah Milliman, Hailey C. Mitchell, Isabelle L. Montague, Kaleb M. Novak, Joseph S. Nutt, Amanda O’Neil, Lyric L. Pulley, Ali B. Quaderer, Anthony J. Reynolds, Kelsey M. Rike, Joshua G. Root, Megan Rothbauer, Hailey E. Simon, Kaitlyn Thieman, Aaleaha M. Wagner, Kristian M. Welch, Therese Wersal, Brice TENTH GRADE Adams, Jacob D. Alleman, Chloe Alleman, Gabrielle Ausmus, Celia M. Aydt, Natalya E. Back, Meira M. Butenhoff, Makayla R. Carpenter, Emily J. Crider, Emily Currie, Nicole E. Doenz, Joshua Drevecky, Morgan Fain, Hunter A. Frederickson, Larissa M. Gerold, Brianna Hollan, Sadie Huff, Emily E. Irlbeck, Karlyn G. Johnson, Annabell R. Johnson, Logan W. Lyons, Danielle L. McLain, Lexis Prihoda, Kaylee Pulley, Bailey M. Rank, Anthony - Tj D.

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Veteran and whistleblower, Amie (Dahl) Muller leaves behind a legacy of service By Mike Gainor editor@pinecitymn.com

She was a Pine City High School graduate. She was an Air Force veteran, serving two tours in Iraq. She was a wife, and a mother of three. And then, struck down with pancreatic cancer, she was a passionate advocate for veterans sickened by exposure to burn pit smoke in Iraq and Afghanistan. Amie Marie (Dahl) Muller died at age 36 on Feb. 18, but her legacy of service to her country and her fellow veterans lives on. Amie’s funeral was Feb. 24 in Woodbury, and she received a military burial in Fort Snelling National Cemetery on Feb. 27. Service in Iraq After graduating from Pine City High School in 1998 she enlisted in the Air Force, then joined the Minnesota Air National Guard at the 148th Fighter Wing in late 2001. In 2005 and in 2007 Amie was deployed to Balad Air Force Base in Iraq. During her tours in Iraq she worked as a video specialist, studying video footage gathered by pilots in order to identify possible roadside bombs. As reported in the Star Tribune, her assigned living quarters were near a 10-acre burn pit which burned 100 to 200 tons of waste a day, using jet fuel to keep the fire burning hot. Into those flames were thrown Styrofoam, metals and plastics, electrical equipment and even human body parts. Service at home In 2009, her parents, Jon and Carole Dahl of Pine City, told the Pine City Pioneer how proud they were of their daughter. Since returning to Minnesota she had taken on a new role. “She actually started a program to videotape the funerals of Minnesota veterans who were killed in action,” Carole Dahl explained. “She has bonded so tightly with those families. The day of the funeral is just a blur for them, but she videotapes everything and makes a disk for them. They treasure those things, and they absolutely love her.” She also designed a series of license plates to commemorate “Gold Star” families who have lost a family member serving on active military duty, and her de-

sign was accepted. At the unveiling ceremony at the state capitol, which was attended by then-Governor Tim Pawlenty, Amie was presented with an engraved award and roses. Serving the families of fallen veterans had a price,. “She loves what she does, but it’s very hard,” Carole said in 2009. “She’s very, very, very deep into her country.” Illness and advocacy But Amie, married and raising three daughters, was suffering from fatigue, headaches and chronic pain. After years of consulting with doctors she was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer in May, 2016. In June, 2016, the Star Tribune told her story. With numerous veterans of Iraq and Afghanistan falling sick, many felt that the toxic burn pits were to blame – including Amie. “It makes me really mad,” she told the Star Tribune. “I inhaled that stuff. It was all day, all night. Everything that they burned there is illegal to burn in America. That tells you something.” Burn pit response The Veterans Administration established a Burn Pit Registry (veteran.mobilehealth.va.gov/AHBurnPitRegistry) to track service members who were exposed to burn pit smoke. As of March 1, 102,605 veterans had applied. However, a congressionally mandated report from the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine released on Feb. 28 called that registry flawed and called for a well-designed epidemiologic study of veterans exposed to burn pit smoke. Though lawsuits have been filed by veterans against the contractor that constructed and maintained the burn pits, the official position of the VA is that it has not been proved that burn pit smoke has caused serious health problems to the veterans exposed to it. Passion for helping others Amie died on Feb. 18, leaving behind three daughters, ages 14 to 3, her husband Brian, and many beloved relatives and friends. The Amie Muller Foundation, dedicated to “Her fighting spirit, fierce love and passion for helping others,” will serve other military families affected by pancreatic cancer: www.youcaring.com/militaryfamiliesaffectedbypancreaticcancer-762479.

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On Feb. 7, Sen. Amy Klobuchar, Democrat from Minnesota, and Sen. Tom Tillis, a Republican from North Carolina, introduced a bill calling for more research and resources for veterans exposed to burn pits. If the bill passes, the “Helping Veterans Exposed to Burn Pits Act” would create a “center of excellence” inside the VA to study the effect of burn pits and treat the tens of thousands of veterans who say that their health has been damaged by them. “With an increasing number of our brave men and women returning home from Iraq and Afghanistan citing illnesses potentially caused by burn pits exposure, it’s clear that we can’t afford to wait,” Klobuchar said in a statement.

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independent powers, but there is a zone of twilight in which he and Congress may have concurrent authority, or in which its distribution is uncertain.” Under these circumstances, a President’s actions can derive sup-

port from “congressional inertia, indifference or quiescence.” Category 3: “When the President takes measures incompatible with the expressed or implied will of Congress, his power is at its lowest ebb, for then he can rely only upon his own constitutional pow-

ers minus any constitutional powers of Congress over the matter.” Courts have continued to struggle in identifying the precise scope of presidential powers. As the Court confessed in Dames & Moore, each challenge to an executive order is “only one more

episode in the never-ending tension between the President exercising the executive authority in a world that presents each day some new challenge with which he must deal and the Constitution under which we all live and which no one disputes embodies some sort of system of checks and balances.” Or, as Justice Jackson put it: “A judge . . . may be surprised

at the poverty of really useful and unambiguous authority applicable to concrete problems of executive power as they actually present themselves.” In summary, the debate over presidential executive orders will not end with the election of a new president given our history. Many such orders end up on the docket of the federal courts, which have to

apply legal principles that are not always crystal clear. This is just another example of the checks and balances of our three branches of government which have served our democracy well.

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Dakotah Neid (left, center) cruised through the 220-pound weight class, winning all of his matches to earn the title Section Champion for his weight class at the Section 7AA tournament. Next stop for Neid is the State Wrestling tournament set to start Friday, March 3. CHRISTINA BLAISER

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Hockey season came to a painful end for the Dragons and their fans as the squad lost in overtime in the Section 5A quarterfinals at Princeton on Thursday, Feb. 23. After losing to the Tigers 4-1 in the regular season, Pine City Area had its chances to steal a road victory here, but just came up on the wrong end of things.

PRINCETON 3, PINE CITY AREA 2 (OT) Playing at the Princeton Ice Arena, the Dragons held a 1-0 lead in the first period and a 2-1 lead in the second after goals from Brendan Westbrook and Beau Steele. Unfortunately, the Dragons would see the Tigers score the final two goals of the night, including the game winner just :57 into overtime. “The game did not end the way that anyone of us thought,” said head coach Grant Nicoll. “I can honestly say that at no time in that game did I think we were going to lose. The boys were ready and they executed just as their coaches asked. Princeton took advantage of their power play chances and we did not. We had great games from kids across the board and had chances that did not fall our way.” The Dragons got an outstanding effort from goalie Luke Murphy as he stopped 38 of the 41 shots he faced. Pine City Area was out-shot 41-26 in the contest. Looking back, coach Nicoll couldn’t help but see irony on several

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Wrestlers from the Pine City/Hinckley-Finlayson co-op wrestled in the Section 7AA Individual Tournament on Friday and Saturday, Feb. 24-25. In all, the Dragons saw six of their nine competing wrestlers make it to day two of the competition, with only Dakotah Neid advancing to State. Neid cruised through the 220-pound weight class winning all of his matches in a combined time of under two minutes to earn the title as Section Champion. “That class (220) was probably the weakest weight class at the section tournament,” explained Dragons head coach Milo Allen. “A couple guys we thought would be in that class dropped down to 195 and a couple other guys were out with injury, but Dakotah’s going to get his competition coming up this weekend. I think he’s got the skills, attitude and the mental ability to do some damage at State. I think he’s got a chance to be a place winner down there.” Neid pinned every opponent he faced at the Individual Section Tournament, and did so easily. He will enter State with just one loss all season long, and has the looks of an athlete that could really shake things up with the best in Minnesota. “He’s strong enough,” explained Allen, “he’s mentally prepared, physically ready. I think he can run with the guys that are in the top of the state. He will be wrestling in the opening round against Jacob Clark from Plainview-Elgin-Millville and who knows what will happen from there. The best wrestler will win.” Pine City/Hinckley-Finlayson also had four other place winners in individual sections. At 170 pounds, Josh Lange was the closest to making State as he lost in the finals where he seemingly exhausted his energy, and also lost in a true second place match to earn third. At 106, Will Fix placed fourth and lost to the eventual runner-up. At 182, Carter Utecht also placed fourth after losing to the eventual champion. Austin Odegard won a true fifth place match and really showed improvement as a freshman in just his second year wrestling. Now the focus will shift to the State Wrestling Tournament where Neid has legitimate hopes of making a run. Neid’s weigh-in will be on Thursday, March 2, and Class AA action will open on Friday at 11 a.m. at Xcel Energy Center.

Junior F #14 Tj Roth with a goal in the second period, tying the game 2-2.

levels after the game winner by Lucas Voce. “What makes the sting of last night hurt just a little more,” added Nicoll, “is the fact that the young man that scored for Princeton grew up in Pine City playing hockey here in his younger days. His dad was my coach. I remember him playing knee hockey at pasta feeds for our games, and he played alongside our seniors, who he then ended their high school hockey careers.”

Nicoll expressed great gratitude to the parents, other coaches and everyone that helped make the season a success. The Dragons finished with an 18-8 record. In the end, Nicoll’s thoughts remained with the outgoing class of seniors, Westbrook, Jake Dahl, Jake Lindblom and Skylar Rasinski. “To Brendan, Jake, Jake and Skylar,” Nicoll added, “you boys will be missed more than you know. You four boys have

been with every step of the way. Your day one was also my day one. This senior class hurts a little more than normal. It may be only four of you, but you four have changed the face of this program and installed the way Dragon Hockey should be played. The tradition is back boys, and no one can take the fact that you had a hand in that away from you. Good luck in your future endeavors, I know that you will all be successful young men.”

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Pine City’s girls basketball team will be heading into the postseason having already set the all-time record for wins in a season in the program. The team’s 22 wins are the most ever by a Dragons girls basketball team, but the squad isn’t ready for the season to end just yet. Pine City will enter the Section 6AA playoffs as the third seed in their subsection and will face Pierz, a team they’ve already beaten, in the opening round. A potential matchup against St. Cloud Cathedral, another team the Dragons have also defeated, looms large in the second round. But before shifting their focus to the playoff run, the Dragons wrapped up the regular season with a pair of double-digit victories. PINE CITY 55, MOOSE LAKE-WILLOW RIVER 38 Played in Moose Lake on Tuesday, Feb. 21, the Dragons used a strong second half to build a lead as large as 22 points before going on to their 21st win of the season. “The first half remained fairly close throughout,” head coach Ted Hasz said. “In the second half we picked up the intensity on defense and that really allowed us to pull away. Grace Langmade had a very nice all-around game with 16 points, nine rebounds, four assists and three steals. Grace has been playing some very good basketball for us this season. The big key has been her consistency.” Also playing well for Pine City was Alison Brown, who finished with 12 points, five steals and four boards. Lily Wilson

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finished with six points, and six steals while Ellie Hasz had six points and five rebounds. “[ML-WR] has improved a lot since the beginning of the season,” added Hasz. “It is always nice to be able to go on the road and pick up a nice win.” Three nights later, the Dragons would wrap up their regular season with a win at home. PINE CITY 58, MORA 44 It was senior night at the Pine City gym and the Dragons honored their seniors Katherine Rike and manager Natasha Petschke. Pine City led for most of the game and stretched the lead to more than 20 at times against the rival Mustangs before winning by 14. “It was a fun night,” Hasz recounted. “Katherine has been a big part of our program for a long time. She is a very hard worker and a great kid. She has also been a very good captain for us this season. She will have a very successful life. Natasha began managing last season and has done a wonderful job and has been very dedicated to our program. She is also a great kid with a very bright future.” On the court, the Dragons were led in scoring by Brown with 14 points, followed by Rike with nine, Ellie Hasz with eight, while Alaina Steele and Wilson each finished with six. “It was a great regular season,” added Hasz. “The kids worked hard and had a lot of success. It is a new season now and we are excited to see how far we can advance.” Pine City will host the Pierz Pioneers on Thursday, March 2 at 7 p.m. after defeating the Pioneers 53-47 less than two weeks prior.

Meeting some unique challenges this past week, the Pine City boys basketball team earned three more wins to move their overall record to 19-6 with one game remaining. The Dragons won two games without head coach Kyle Allen (family reasons), earning impressive road wins on back-to-back days despite playing twice in a 20-hour period. Pine City began the week with an important Section 7AA win over rival Mora. PINE CITY 61, MORA 51 After being swept in two games by the Mustangs a year ago, the Dragons exacted a little revenge in this contest, which was tight throughout. Pine City shot the ball well to begin the contest, and seemed to use their depth to wear the Mustangs down late before sealing a big win. “Really gritty game,” said coach Allen. “A game where we came out and tried hard to run a lot of boys at them. We had success utilizing our bench, and using a lot of guys in the game made a difference. Nick Hansmann had a really nice game, continues to do a lot of good things for us, shot the ball well again. Jake Rademacher again leading us in rebounds and leading us in assists, and Clay Logan played a little bit under the weather but played some big minutes for us and responded really well. Quinten Miklya and Jake Lunceford did a great job with the task of stopping Cal Wright from Mora, a phenomenal player; those guys responded well.” Hansmann was hot to start the game, hitting six three pointers in the first half, but cooled as the game went on,

finishing with 18. Logan had 10 points, six rebounds and three assists. Rademacher had seven points and seven boards. Seth Logan finished with nine points and Jake Adams had eight as each hit a pair of big shots at crucial moments. Mora ended Pine City’s season a year ago, and current thinking has the two headed for a rematch in an opening round collision in the Section 7AA playoffs on March 9. Pine City would travel to Duluth on Friday, Feb. 24 to play a pair of games in less than 24 hours. The squad would be without their head coach, and would be led to back-to-back victories by experienced JV coach Jason Rademacher. “The team headed to Duluth Marshall and Two Harbors on an overnight road trip,” said coach Allen, “and unfortunately I wasn’t able to accompany the team. But I was thankful and proud of our boys with how they responded. I’m blessed to have great assistant coaches in coach (Wayne) Hansmann and coach Rademacher. I really wasn’t worried at all. They do such a nice job with the boys.” PINE CITY 78, DULUTH MARSHALL 65 This game started with the Dragons struggling on the offensive end, missing repeated shots and looking out of sync. As the game progressed, shots started falling and Pine City was able to pull away. Clay Logan was back in the starting lineup, and was more aggressive offensively as he finished with a team-high 19 points. Hansmann had 16, Rademacher 12 points and seven rebounds, and senior Adam Seals provided a spark with 10 points to go along with some other big defensive plays and key

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rebounds. “We came out a little over aggressive and got ourselves in foul trouble,” said coach Rademacher. “At halftime we made some adjustments in defensive strategy, and I think the boys responded really well to that. Marshall was tough and played well. Down the stretch I thought we just out-efforted them and were able to get it done.” PINE CITY 76, TWO HARBORS 34 Playing again the following day at 3:30 p.m., some around the team worried that this contest would be sloppy. The opposite was true as the Dragons came out with great intensity and focus and played some of their best basketball of the last month, building a 49-19 lead at the half and winning easily. Everything was dropping for Lunceford early with all 12 of his points coming in the first half. Clay Logan finished with 18, and Rademacher with 14 to go along with a team-high five boards. “The big question was what kind of energy would we have,” said coach Rademacher, “but the boys came out on fire. The defense set the tone and that led to lots of transition baskets. I was proud of the boys’ efforts and the energy it took to get it done in that game.” Pine City has one game remaining on its schedule, at Ogilvie on Friday, March 3. The team is hoping they will have their regular coach back for the finale. “Everyone really missed coach Kyle Allen,” coach Rademacher added. “It just wasn’t the same up there without him and we’re all hoping he gets back soon. We were glad we could get a couple more wins.”

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Pine City senior Elsie Lundquist represented the Flamingos gymnastics team at the State Gymnastics Meet at the University of Minnesota Sports Pavilion on Saturday, Feb. 24. Lundquist had qualified for State in the vault a week earlier, and did a great job executing despite a pressure packed environment. Lundquist finished 15th overall in the event at State out of 32 girls competing, scoring a 9.425 on her Tsuk vault. The State Champion was from Mahtomedi and scored a 9.825. “Elsie did an amazing job,” explained Flamingos head coach Jessica Miller. “She was in the third rotation with all the other section 7A gymnasts. She did not let her nerves get to her and competed with confidence. That is a great score at the State Meet. All of her hard work at practice paid off; placing 15th overall

is a great achievement. She was a great girl to work with these last two seasons and all of us will truly miss her. What a great way to end the season.” For Lundquist, it was exactly that, and more. “I loved my experience of going to State,” said the senior. “It really was, as they say, a once in a lifetime experience. I think it was amazing that I got the opportunity to be able to compete against all of those amazing athletes. My expectations were delightfully met, in that, in seventh grade I remember going to this same State meet to watch my teammate. Sitting in the stands I remember telling my dad, who was sitting there watching with me, that ‘I’m going to be down there someday. It probably won’t be on every event but I want to make at least one.’ That’s what I did, I made it to the gymnastics State Meet as a senior on my favorite event, vault.” Lundquist has had a tremendously

successful career as a varsity athlete in Pine City. A standout on the track teams and a great leader on the volleyball team, she has maximized her opportunities in almost every way. Lundquist did say that she would have liked to do just a little better at State, but she seemed to keep it all in proper perspective. “I feel like I did okay,” said Lundquist. “It wasn’t my best vault and it was below my average for the vault, but because I was at State I am perfectly okay with it. This was an amazing experience and I loved being able to represent myself, my family and my team at the biggest gymnastics meet in the state.” Lundquist expressed much gratitude to those in her life who have helped her achieve so much. “I have everyone to thank for making it here this year,” Lundquist added. “My family for supporting me over the years and helping me whenever I was hurt. I

also want to thank my friends for cheering me on even when I wasn’t doing so hot. Finally, I would like to thank all my coaches. Whether they coached me in elementary school, or for a summer or since seventh grade.” For Lundquist, one coach stood out above all of the rest; her varsity coach. “I definitely want to thank my coach Jess [Miller],” said Lundquist. “She is one of my biggest supporters; she was the first person who coached me in seventh grade and she came back to coach me as a senior and I couldn’t thank her enough for coming back. I believe that if she hadn’t come back I might not have made it to state. She was the one who taught me the Tsuk and pushed me to fight for every landing. Without my supporters, family, friends and coaches I would never had made it this far. Thank you.”

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NEWSLINE Family favorite ‘Velveteen Rabbit’ comes to Pine City Auditorium Stages Theatre’s presentation of The Velveteen Rabbit is coming to the Pine City High School Auditorium on March 31 and April 1. The cherished tale about the transformational magic of love is now a children’s theater production. “Real isn’t how you are made,” the old Skin Horse tells the Velveteen Rabbit. “It’s a thing that happens to you when a child loves you for a long, long time.” This treasured story of a stuffed rabbit’s desire to become real is told through original music and dance. The Pine Arts Council and Pine City Public Schools received a grant from the East Central Regional Arts Council to bring this much-loved children’s story to the Pine City community. Performances are March 31 at 1 p.m. and April 1 at 10 a.m. Tickets can be purchased at the Flower Box, Cabin Coffee and Pine City Community Ed. Call 320629-2045 for more information. TODD BECKMANN | THE SENTINEL

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Whether new to gardening or a lifelong gardening enthusiast, there will be something for everyone at the 15th Annual Pine County Master Gardener Horticulture Day on Saturday, March 25. The day begins with registration, coffee and exhibits at 8 a.m. and runs to 2 p.m. at the Pine City High School. “Low Maintenance and Bee Friendly Lawns” will be the keynote presentation by Sam Bauer, University of Minnesota Extension Educator and Turf Specialist. There will be two rounds of breakout sessions on the following topics. • “Taking Your Vegetable Gardening Skills to a New Level” by Steve Poppe, University of Minnesota Horticulture Scientist at the West Central Research and Outreach Center at Morris, MN • “Growing Strawberries in Minnesota” by Steve Poppe • “Daylilies: The Perfect Perennial” by Jackie Froemming, University of Minnesota Associate Extension Educator • “Gardening Lessons I Learned the Hard Way” by Jackie Froemming • “Permaculture Ecological Design” by Matt Frank, Founder and Editorial Director of “From the Ground Up North” • “Native Bees: Their Diversity, Biology, Habitat, Needs and How to Help” by Pam Herou, Xerces Society. The registration fee includes the educational sessions, morning refreshments, lunch, handouts, door prizes and time to visit with exhibitors featuring garden items, plants and bulbs. Bring your gardening questions for the “Ask a Master Gardener” table and visit with experienced Pine County Master Gardeners. Register by March 21 to save money and to be entered into a Grand Prize Drawing. Print a Horticulture Day Registration form from the Pine County Extension office home page at www.extension.umn.edu/county/pine and click onto “Pine County Horticulture Day.” Or request a form by calling 1-800-6573813 Ext. #4 or call 1-320-591-1651. Forms are also available from the Extension office at the Pine County Courthouse at 635 Northridge Dr. in Pine City, and at the Flower Box in Pine City; Beaver Meadows Garden Center south of Hinckley; Brown’s Beans and Greens in Sandstone and Village Floral in Grantsburg, Wisconsin.

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Stromberg Liam Michael Stromberg was born on Feb. 3, 2017, at FirstLight Health System. He weighed eight pounds, 14 ounces and was 22 inches long. His parents are Travis and Kathy of Ogilvie. Liam is welcomed by grandparents Mike and Gail Lobdell of Ogilvie, Rick and Mary Stromberg of Mora.

Pendegayosh Graycie Rose Pendegayosh was born on Feb. 7, 2017, at FirstLight Health System. She weighed seven pounds, four ounces and was 20 inches long. Her parents are Ricky Pendegayosh and Haley Larson of Isle. Graycie is welcomed by grandparents Rae Ann and Brian Larson of Isle, Ivana Benjamin and Randy Pendegayosh of Isle.

Vanthof Leddy Lavon Vanthof was born on Feb. 8, 2017, at FirstLight Health System. She weighed seven pounds, ﬁve ounces and was 20-1/4 inches long. Her parents are Casey Vanthof and Kaydi Salgren of Milaca. Leddy is welcomed by grandparents Scott and Lauri Salgren and Rodney and Brenda Vanthof.

Soderstrom Ruby Lynn Soderstrom was born on Feb. 8, 2017, at FirstLight Health System. She weighed eight pounds, nine ounces and was 20-1/2 inches long. Her parents are Tyler and Tara Soderstrom of Isle. Ruby is welcomed home by big brother Brody, 2. Her grandparents are Bob and Kristi Pedersen of Isle, Dennis and Celie Soderstrom of Perham. Great-grandparents are Donald Haggberg of Isle and Liz Soderstrom of Perham.

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Margaret Holl ler of Pine City p passed away a her home on at W Wednesday, Feb. 2 2017, at the age 22, o 101. of Margaret was b born to John and E Emilie (Schmidt) E Engler in Chengw watana Towns ship April 25, 1 1915, the younge est of ten child dren. She attended Chengwatana District #1 school and graduated from Pine City High School in 1932. Margaret married Fredrick “Tony” Holler on Oct. 6, 1942, in Rochester, Minnesota. They were soon blessed with a daughter, Barbara, and later a son, Brian. Together they enjoyed many family trips. Margaret began working at the Pine County Courthouse in 1935 and worked as a clerk in the Auditor’s office from 1935-1943; as Deputy from 1943-1966. When the County Auditor retired, her fellow staff members encouraged her to run for office, which she did and was County Auditor from 1966-1979 when she retired after 43 years working for Pine County. Margaret was a member of First Presbyterian Church since Jan. 1, 1933. She loved the fellowship there and served as a Mary Martha member, Sunday school teacher, Sunday school secretary, church Treasurer and Elder. She was thrilled to host the annual church picnic on her beautiful Cross Lake property the last two summers. Margaret was a dual member of the Pine City and Mora chapters of the Eastern Star for over 50 years. She served over 40 years with the Rebecca Lodge, serving a term as Noble Grand. Margaret loved knitting, crocheting, and cutwork, much of which was donated to charities throughout the years. She was known by all for her loving and caring spirit and willingness to serve in her community. As her blindness increased in the later years, Margaret enjoyed many hours of the “Talking Books” provided by the Society for the Blind and never missed a Minnesota Twins game. Margaret is survived by her daughter Barbara Morrison of Newport, Oregon; son Brian Holler of Roseville; granddaughter Morgan Murphy and grandson Brandon Havel, both of California; many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Margaret was preceded in death by her parents John and Emilie (Schmidt) Engler, husband Frederick “Tony” Holler and nine siblings. Pastor Rob Spahr officiated funeral services for Margaret Saturday, Feb. 25, 2017, at the First Presbyterian Church in Pine City. Music was provided by Jennifer Hansmann, casket bearers were Butch Stenmo, Rob Shuey, James Wiedemann, Earl Schuler, Scott Cornelius, Duane Swanson. The interment took place in the Birchwood Cemetery in Pine City. Funeral arrangements for Mrs. Margaret Holler of Pine City are entrusted to the Funeral and Cremation Service of Pine City – Swanson Chapel; www.funeralandcremationservice.com.

M Michael L. Wirth Michael Ler Wirth was roy b born to Ivan a and Shirley W Wirth in Oelw wein, Iowa on A Aug. 18, 1947. He gradu uated from P Pine City H High school i in 1965 and l later joined t the army as a f food inspect tor where he s served in Viet-

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nam. He worked for the USDA as a food inspector before becoming a meat cutter where he worked for Spies Super-Valu and later Lund’s and Byerly’s. He was happily retired since 2010. Mike married the love of his life on Nov. 12, 1977, and greatly enjoyed his retired years gardening,

thrift shopping and watching hallmark movies while sharing a bowl of popcorn with his best friend, his wife. He loved finding treasures at the thrift store and making any kind of profit selling them online. He loved his children and was so proud of each and every one of them. If he had his way he would have had them all move back home again. He loved all of his grandchildren. He truly loved playing with them, making train tracks, reading books and even changing diapers. He was looking forward to taking them all fishing together in the super hawk, just as he had with his children. He was always there for his family, even when he worked long hours. He loved being able to provide for his family and never complained about the miles, making the best of the situation listening to sermons on tape and his favorite music. He never made anyone feel guilty about their mistakes; he was a man about second chances… and thirds, and fourths and fifths – as many as it would take to show them the love of Christ. Kneeling with his wife by his side, he was saved by his faith in Jesus Christ in 1980. He loved his church, and truly enjoyed driving a bus on Sunday mornings, making sure all his friends could get to church; God used him at Grasston Baptist Church for many years. To love Jesus, emulate Jesus and share Jesus. Mike would talk to anyone and everyone. He was a friend to all. He remembered everyone’s life and knew it was precious. He always made you feel special. Mike saw the good in everyone and wanted everyone to see themselves as Jesus saw them. Mike truly wanted everyone to know Jesus and trust in him, and loved inviting people into his home for Bible Studies and parties to pass on that assurance that you are loved and not forgotten. He showed his love for us. He will be missed, but he had faith that all who know Jesus and put their faith in him will see Mike again. He was sure of it. Mike is survived by his wife Debhra; children Shannon Wirth, Jason Wirth, William (Lindsey) Wirth, Andrew (Amber) Wirth, Joshua (Jaime) Wirth, Matthew (Sarah) Wirth, Julianna (Jimmy) Spilker, Christina Wirth, Benjamin (Nicole) Wirth; 13 grandchildren; many other relatives and friends. He is preceded in death by his parents Ivan and Shirley (Seedorff) Wirth. Funeral services for Mike were held Thursday, Feb. 23, 2017, at the Swanson Funeral Chapel in Pine City. Casket bearers were Mike’s six sons. Wyatt Frietag provided music. Interment with military honors was in Brook Park Cemetery. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the Funeral and Cremation Service of Pine City, Swanson Chapel; www.funeralandcremationservice.com.

JJames R. Pals James Ram mon Pals, 84 o Clear Lake, of I Iowa, died W e d n e s d a y, F Feb. 22, 2017, at h home. his Jim was b born May 19, 1 1932, the son of F Fred and Hele en (Lundin) P Pals in Wright C County. He married Marian Pate on July 29, 1956, at Zion Lutheran Church in Clear Lake. Jim grew up farming with his family before serving in the United States Army during the Korean Conflict and later transported gas for Dahlen Transport for over 40 years. He carried his interest for farming throughout his life, including custom baling hay with Darwin Nelson and Carl Reicherts for years and breaking horses and ponies with Darwin. Jim cherished the time spent with his family and grandchildren. He spent many hours at the VFW with the three o’clock coffee club. Jim is survived by his wife, Marian of Clear Lake; three children, Susan (Randi) Betts of Coralville, Kevin (Julie) Pals of Clear Lake and Cheryl (Jeff) Sheimo of Clear Lake; nine grandchildren, Jeffry Betts, Nathan (Candice) Betts, Bryce Betts, Todd (Abby Bohl) Pals, Adam (Lauren) Pals, John (Lynn) Sheimo, April (Lee Appel) Sheimo, Megan Sheimo and Katlin (John) Budach; 16 great-grandchildren; and three siblings, Robert (Lois) Pals of Clear Lake, Margie Nelson of Mason City and Gene Pals of Pine City. He was preceded in death by his parents; a son, Steven Pals; siblings, Carol Clark and Fred Pals, Jr.; SEE OBITUARIES, PAGE 15

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three brothers-in-law, Darwin Nelson, Bill Pate and Ron Clark; a sister-in-law, Janet Pals; and parents-inlaw, Jesse and Harriet Pate. Funeral services were Monday, Feb. 27, 2017, at Ward-Van Slyke Colonial Chapel, with Pastor Dennis Ganz officiating. Burial was in Clear Lake Cemetery with military honors provided by the Clear Lake VFW Post 4868. Family suggests memorial contributions to the James Pals Memorial Fund. Arrangements are with Ward-Van Slyke Colonial Chapel, 101 N. 4th St., Clear Lake. 641-357-2193. ColonialChapels.com.

Family was the most important thing to Charlie; he brought family together and always wanted them near him and to get along! He moved to McGregor in 2000 to be near and care for his mother. They lived on Horseshoe Lake where Charlie enjoyed fishing and relaxing. He passed away Feb. 16 at the Riverwood Health Center in Aitkin at the age of 69. Charlie is survived by his significant other Thelma Tiessen; daughter Tammy Williams and Ken Wilkie, all of McGregor; five grandchildren and 10 siblings. Charlie is preceded in death by his parents Charles E. and Irene (Martini) Williams. Pastor Joel Preston officiated funeral services for Charlie Thursday, Feb. 23, 2017, at the Swanson Funeral Chapel in Pine City. Music was provided by Tammy Williams and Hailey Luhmann. Casket bearers were Josh Williams, Jeremy Williams, Jesse Williams, Craig Williams, Kevin Lara and Ken Wilkie. The interment took place in the Brook Park Cemetery. Funeral arrangements for Mr. Charles Williams of McGregor are entrusted to the Funeral and Cremation Service of Pine City – Swanson Chapel; www.funeralandcremationservice.com.

Charles O. Williams Charles Will liams of McGregor p passed away on T Thursday, Feb. 16, 2 2017, at Riverwood H Healthcare Center H Hospital in Aitkin a the age of 69. at Charles Orville W Williams was b born Oct. 2, 1947, t Charles E. and to I Irene (Martini) W Williams in Minn neapolis. He attended school in Minneapolis, Brook Park and South Dakota. In 1964 Charlie entered the U.S. Army; serving in the 101st Airborne from 1964-1966. He was stationed in Germany during the Vietnam War. In 1968, Charlie married Sharon Pruitt in Minneapolis and in 1969 Tammy was born. Charlie was a very talented man; he worked as a typewriter repair person for Podany Office, drove some truck and enjoyed his own construction business. He could do anything and did everything very professionally and with great pride.

Betty L. Novak Betty Lou Nov vak of Pine City p passed away at h home in Pine her C City Wednesday, F Feb. 22, 2017, at t age of 83. the Betty was b born in Pokega ama Township t Christian and to E Eva Christensen o May 25, 1933. on S She went to high s school at Pine City High and graduated in 1951 as her class Home-

coming Queen. Betty married Benjamin Novak Oct. 24, 1952, and together they raised six children. Betty was a loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She loved to visit with family and friends and was renowned at creating long-lasting bonds with all who met her. She was fiercely loyal to her closest friends. With heavy hearts, we say goodbye to one of the kindest, classiest women we know and take great comfort in knowing she has been reunited with the love of her life. The family wishes to extend their gratitude to the Ecumen Parmly Hospice Center in Chisago City for their support in her final days. Betty is survived by her children: Charles (Stacey) Novak, Denise (Mike) Novak, Kim Novak, Jon (Diana) Novak, Ben (Laurie) Novak, Gina (Chris) Pettie and Dollie Salo; grandchildren: Almon (Kipper) Rydberg, Kohl Stockamp, Matt Novak, Terron Novak, Teshia Isackson, Tanner Madison, Remington Novak, Jasirae Novak, Christian Isackson, Telby Madison, Bo Novak, Jagear Isackson, Tyber Pettie, Madeline McGregor and Ryan McGregor; great-grandchildren: Taylor Finley, Milo Rydberg, Max Rydberg, Louie Rydberg and Maverick Novak; sisters: Eva Mae Meyers and Liz Rygs; brothers: Richard Christensen, Gerald (Nita) Christensen and Donald (Cindy) Christensen. She is preceded in death by her parents, Christian and Eva Christensen, husband Ben Novak, grandson, Zeno Sauter, brother Jim Christensen, sisters Patsy Long and Dorothy Nelson. Deacon Gene Biever officiated funeral services for Betty Sunday, Feb. 26, 2017, at the Swanson Chapel in Pine City. A spring interment is planned in the Czech National Cemetery of Pine City. In lieu of flowers memorials may be directed to the North West Company Fur Post, Pine City. Condolences may be left for Betty’s family at Swanson Funeral Chapel’s website: www.funeralandcremationservice. com. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the Funeral and Cremation Service of Pine City, Swanson Chapel; www.funeralandcremationservice.com.

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

Church of Christ

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

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

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

Henriette Community Church (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.

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

Hinckley Seventh Day Adventist

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

550 1st St. NE, Hinckley 320-384-6167 Pastor: Carlos Rodriguez Services, Saturday, 11 a.m. Fellowship lunch 1st and 3rd Saturday following services.

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

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

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

Journey North Church Current location: 840 Main St S, behind A&W. Pastor Tim Adams 320-629-6111 Sunday Services: 9 & 10:30 a.m. Nursery, toddlers and KidVenture programs during both services. www.JourneyNorthChurch.com

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

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

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

10:00 a.m. Sunday School 11:00 a.m. Fellowship following Worship

Open Arms Church of God

St. Joseph’s Catholic Church

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

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

Our Redeemer Lutheran Church 825 Golf Ave SW, Pine City 320-629-2985 Pastor Fred Hanson Sunday Services: 8 & 9:30 a.m. Sunday School preK-6th grade at 9:30 a.m. Coffee and fellowship between services Wednesday Lenten Services begin March 1 at 4:30 & 6:30 p.m. Soup and sandwich suppers served Wednesdays from 4:30 - 6:30 p.m.

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

Pomroy Chapel

South Pine Baptist Church formerly Trinity Baptist Fellowship Pine City Library Community Room, 300 5th St SE Pine City, MN Pastor Dennis Eng 320-336-9292 Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Sunday Service 10:30 a.m. Wednesday Bible study at 7p.m. Call for location www.southpinebaptist.com

Trinity Episcopal Church 305 First St. NE, Box 204 Hinckley, MN 55037 320-245-0537 All Sunday services at 10:00 a.m. No services on any 5th Sunday

Zion Lutheran Church 410 Main St. S, Pine City Worship 9 a.m. Wednesday Service 7 p.m. Growing in Grace Preschool Mon-Wed- Fri a.m. Pastor Glen Kleppe 320-629-3683

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Minnesota Starwatch March brings in spring on the 20th

COLLEGE Graduates Eric Osterdyk of Pine City, Environmental Engineering major, was included in the University of Wisconsin-Platteville graduating class for the fall 2016 semester.

BY DEANE MORRISON

Last month Venus began a swan dive into the sunset, and in March the brilliant planet completes it. Better look before mid-month if you want to see Venus in full glory, because in the third week of March it will be all but swallowed by the sun’s glare. But as Venus sinks into the sunset, Mercury pops up from it. Look for the elusive planet to the left of Venus half an hour after sunset on the 19th; after then, Venus leaves Mercury to shine by itself low in the west. If you have trouble finding it, Mercury will be to the lower right of a crescent moon on the 29th; on that date, try looking about 40 minutes after sunset. Mercury is coming out from behind the sun, chasing Venus. Soon both planets will swoop between Earth and the sun: Venus on March 25th, Mercury on April 20th. Jupiter, a yellowish beacon, rises in the east during the evening hours. By month’s end it’ll clear the horizon less than an hour after sunset. The giant planet also dominates the predawn sky, shining below Arcturus, the bright anchor of Bootes, the herdsman. Meanwhile, in the south, Saturn hovers over the Teapot of Sagittarius, just to the left of the red star Antares, the heart of Scorpius. The knot of bright winter constellations is making its way westward

Dean’s lists The following local students, having earned a 3.5 to 3.99 average, were named to the honor list at Minnesota State University, Mankato for 2016 fall semester: Morgan Urness of Braham; Stephanie Graber and Melissa Weber of Brook Park; Elijah Harer, Renee Luedke and Chelsea Swanson of Pine City; Kelly Diggan of Sandstone. Leigha R. Nelson of Hinckley, daughter of Elwood and Brenda Nelson, with highest honors, and Elijah R. Johnson of Pine City, son of Todd and Kari Johnson, with high honors, were named to the fall 2016 semester dean’s list at University of Northwestern - St. Paul.

across the evening sky. Sirius, the brightest of stars, is still fairly high in the south an hour after sunset. If you’ve never beheld the whole panoply of winter constellations, grab a star chart now, because March is the last good month to see these stars in the evening. The full moon arrives at 9:54 a.m. on the 12th. Unfortunately, the moon will have set by then. To be sure of seeing it, look the evening of the 11th, or before 7 a.m. on the 12th. Remember that full or nearly full moons appear in the west in

the morning. March’s full moon was known to many Algonquin Indians as the worm moon, for the little critters that start to appear with the softening ground. Spring slips in with the vernal equinox at 5:29 a.m. on the 20th. At that moment the sun crosses the equator into the northern sky and our planet is lighted from pole to pole. This is also the time when the sun moves most rapidly northward, bringing increasing day length to the Northern Hemisphere.

The following students have been named to the 2016 fall semester dean’s list at the University of Minnesota Twin Cities: Ali Fredericksen of Braham; Bailey Beckman of Finlayson; Brianna Barstad of Hinckley; Katherine Cahill, Nicholas Gohman, Ariel Ramstad, all of Pine City; Kelsey Ryan of Sandstone; Alison Ryan of Sturgeon Lake.

PINE COUNTY SHERIFF’S BLOTTER F b 20 - 26 Feb. Theft, burglary, vandalism

Feb. 20, 9:20 a.m., report of fraud, Beroun Crossing Rd., Pokegama Twp. east. Feb. 21, 9:39 a.m., report of burglary, Tigua Rd., Pokegama Twp. east. Feb. 22, 10:02 a.m., report of theft, Main St., Pine City south. Feb. 22, 5:05 p.m., report of vehicle theft/attempt, Sod Rd., Pokegama Twp. west. Feb. 23, 1:38 p.m., report of shoplifter, Evergreen Sq., Pine City south. Feb. 23, 6:20 p.m., report of property damage w/animal, Pokegama Lake Rd./Eagle Ln., Royalton Twp. Feb. 24, 2:19 p.m., report of fraud, 11th St., Pine City south. Feb. 24, 7:57 p.m., report of property damage w/animal, Henriette Rd./ Town Hall Rd., Pokegama Twp. east. Feb. 25, 12:42 p.m., report of burglary, Island Resort Rd., Pokegama Twp. west. Feb. 25, 2:25 p.m., report of property damage, 4th St., Pine City south.

Miscellaneous

Feb. 20, 1:22 p.m., report of domestic, 550th St., Rock Creek west. Feb. 21, 11:33 a.m., report of animal disturbance, 7th Ave., Pine City north. Feb. 21, 1:33 p.m., report of predatory offender, 580th St., Pine City Twp. west. Feb. 21, 9:20 p.m., report of unwanted person, Knob Rd., Pokegama Twp. west. Feb. 22, 12:00 p.m., report of disturbance, 550th St., Rock Creek west. Feb. 22, 11:00 p.m., report of loud party, 11th St., Pine City south. Feb. 23, 7:48 a.m., report of suspicious activity, Henriette Rd., Pokegama Twp. west. Feb. 24, 3:04 p.m., report of suspicious activity, Edgewater Rd., Pokegama Twp. east. Feb. 25, 11:04 a.m., report of order violation, 2nd St., Pine City north. Feb. 26, 11:54 a.m., report of trespass,

Big Aspen Trl., Pokegama Twp. west. Feb. 26, 4:24 p.m., report of drunk, 1st Ave./Main St., Pine City north.

Fires and accidents Feb. 20, 6:10 a.m., report of personal injury, 560th St./Keystone Ave., Rock Creek west. Feb. 22, 5:50 p.m., report of miscellaneous fire, Tigua Rd., Pokegama Twp. east. Feb. 23, 9:09 p.m., report of structure fire, Crooked River Rd., Chengwatana Twp. west. Feb. 25, 10:41 p.m., report of structure fire, Sunnyside Rd., Pine City Twp. east.

Jail roster Feb. 20, Curtis Lee Martin, warrant, under sentence, drugs- 5th degreeposs/procure/control su...; hold for other agency, drugs- 5th degreeposs... Feb. 20, Brittany Jean Sorell, hold for other agency, burglary- 1st degreeocc resforced- day...; assault- domestic assault- Fe... Feb. 20, Mia Nicole St John, warrant, Pine County writ, assault- 5th degree- inflict or attempt bod... Released Feb. 22. Feb. 20, Chelsey Marie Staples, Pine County warrant, drugs- 3rd degreepossess 3 gr... Released Feb. 22. Feb. 20, Larnie B Thomas Jr., awaiting trial/court, remand-RPR, probable cause, disturb- disorderly conduct; make or initiate call knowing no... Released Feb. 22. Feb. 20, Tiffany Marie Jones, warrant, remand-RPR, Pine County warrant, burglary- 3rd degreeenters bldgintent ste... 4th degree- non resforced- unknown; fraud- financial trans card- use fr..; trespass- return to property within...; driver’s licensesalter driver’s license or MN...; trafficdisplay/possess fictitious... Released Feb. 21. Feb. 21, Christopher Will Nickaboine, warrant, Pine County warrant, under

sentence, remand-hold, drugs- 5th degreepossess sche...; stolen property- poss- unknown property- $25... Released Feb. 24. Feb. 21, Dominic Refugio Zaccardi, awaiting trial/court, probable cause, remand-bail, burglary- 3rd degreeenters bldgintent ste... poss of burglary tools; traffic- driving after revocation; drugs- possess over 1.4 grams marijuana. Released Feb. 24. Feb. 21, Alexander James Mount, awaiting trial/court, remand-RPR, probable cause, assault- domestic assaultmisd. Released Feb. 23. Feb. 21, Billie Jean Benjamin, Pine County warrant, remand-RPR, drugs3rd degreeposs... Released Feb. 22. Feb. 21, Travis John Graber, Pine County warrant, remand-bail, trespass- return to property with...; criminal vehicular operation or homicidede... Released Feb. 22. Feb. 22, William Gary Gilbert, awaiting trial/court, remand-hold, burglary- 3rd degreeenters bldgintent steal; remand-bail, trafficdriver’s license- driving after cancellationinimical to public safety; govt- false name to police officer. Feb. 22, Paul Randy Husom, awaiting trial/court, remand-bail, drivers licenses- driving restricti...; trafficdriver’s license- driving after cancellationinimical to public safety, DUI1st degree, wrong way on one way; drugs- paraphernalia- possess... Feb. 22, Amanda Lyndsey Knopik, warrant, remand-hold, drugs- 5th degreepossess schedu... Feb. 22, Kenneth David Lee, under sentence, drugs- 3rd degreeposs sch 1 or... Feb. 22, Grace Kathleen Smith, warrant, under sentence, stolen property- receive- other property- $250...; govt- false name to police officer-G...; remand-bail, govt- escape from custody. Feb. 22, Cory Allen Rawls, awaiting trial/court, remand-RPR, probable cause, assault- domestic assaultmisd. Released Feb. 25. Feb. 22, Krista Lynn Babolik, hold

for other agency, drugs- 5th degreepossess sche... Released Feb. 23. Feb. 22, Wesley John William Premo, hold for other agency, drugs- possession of drug paraphernalia, 5th degreepossess sche... Released Feb. 23. Feb. 23, Adan Lara Cruz, awaiting trial/court, probable cause, domestic abuse no contact order... Feb. 23, Joleen Michelle Thornton, under sentence, disorderly conductdisturb an assem... Feb. 23, Todd Vernon Wills, under sentence, domestic assault- misdemeanor- commit... Feb. 23, Nicole Leslie Dean, awaiting trial/court, hold for other agency, traffic- driving after suspension... traffic regulation- driver must...; remand-RPR, probable cause, theft$500 or less- M... Released Feb. 24. Feb. 23, Crisstopher Lee Hagen, awaiting trial/court, remand-bail, probable cause, assault- 2nd degreedangerous weapon... Released Feb. 24. Feb. 23, Jessica Marie Benjamin, Pine County warrant, assault- 5th degreefear of bodily... Released Feb. 23. Feb. 23, Matthew Jon Lindberg, Pine County warrant, traffic- DUI- 3rd degree- alcohol conc over... Released Feb. 23. Feb. 23, Timothy John Rische, hold for other agency, contempt of courtfail to pay ord... Released Feb. 23. Feb. 24, Waneta Ann Bearhart, Pine County warrant, govt- false name of DOB- ﬁctitious; thefttake/use/ transfer movable pro...; drugs- 5th degreepossess schedu... Feb. 24, David Michael Friel, awaiting trial/court, probable cause, trafficdriver’s license- driving after cancellationinimical to public safety, insurance- no proof. Feb. 24, Amy Marie Metzen, warrant, Pine County warrant, theft- $500 or less- M; hold for other agency, drugs5th degreepossess schedu... Feb. 24, Jessie Allen Tuff, hold for other agency, domestic assault- misdemeanor- commit...

Feb. 24, Auston Lee Ruse, Pine County warrant, drugs- possess over 1.4 grams marijuana; traffic- regulationseat belt re... driving after revocation; weapon- reckless use- dangerous weapon. Released Feb. 26. Feb. 24, Fabian Isaac Galaviz, book and release, hold for other agency, trafficdriver’s license- driving after cancellationinimical to public safety. Released Feb. 24. Feb. 24, David Anthony Leikam, awaiting trial/court, remand-bail, assault- domestic assault- Fe...; criminal damage property- 4th degree. Released Feb. 24. Feb. 24, Shane Alan Letourneau, book and release, summons, obscenity- poss porn- comp disk/ele... Released Feb. 24. Feb. 25, Branden Joseph Deose, warrant, probation/parole violation, emergency telephone calls/communica... Feb. 25, Alex George Matrious, hold for other agency, burglary- 3rd degreeenters bldgintent steal. Feb. 25, Nathan Jay Schwarz, Pine County warrant, burglary- 3rd degreeenters bldgintent steal; thefttake/drive motor vehicle- no... thefttake/use/transfer movable pro... Feb. 25, Tanya Lyn Beatrice St John, Pine County warrant, govt- false name to police officer...; drugs- 5th degreepossess schedu...; thefttake/use transfer movable pro...; theft- $500 or less- M. Feb. 26, Wesley Ray Gilbey, awaiting trial/court, probable cause, trafficdriver’s license- driving after cancellationinimical to public safety... driving restriction... Feb. 26, Darrell John Riebe, warrant, Pine County warrant, trafficdriver’s license- driving after cancellationinimical to public safety, driving after cancellation. Feb. 26, James Clifford Ripley, Pine County warrant, drugs- 5th degreepossess schedu...

There have been 344 admissions to the Pine County Jail in 2017.

MARCH 2, 2017 STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF PINE DISTRICT COURT TENTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT Other Civil: Quiet Title Court File No. 58-CV-17-77 SUMMONS IN ACTION TO QUIET TITLE James T. Johnson, a single person; Plaintiff, v. John D. O’Brien and Odessa L. O’Brien, husband and wife; the unknown heirs of John D. O’Brien and Odessa L. O’Brien, if any; P. B. Madison, Jr. and Sybil B. Madison, husband and wife; the unknown heirs of P.B. Madison, Jr. and Sybil B. Madison, if any; Robert J. Knapp and Helen A. Knapp, husband and wife; the unknown heirs of Robert J. Knapp and Helen A. Knapp, if any; Jacqueline Schmidtke; Robert Knapp, Jr.; Jack W. Ruby (deceased); Suzanna M. Ruby a/k/a Suzanne M. Ruby; Jack G. Ruby and Deborah Ruby; Thomas L. Ruby and Ann Marie Ruby; Robert M. Ruby and Sue A. Ruby; the unknown heirs of Jack W. Ruby, if any; Security State Bank of Askov, n/k/a NorthviewBank; Catherine D. (Langanki) Hinze; the unknown spouse and heirs of Catherine D. (Langanki) Hinze, if any; Karen L. Johnson (deceased)a/k/a Karen Lesley Johnson; the unknown heirs of Karen L. Johnson, if any; Timber Ridge, Inc., AND ALL OTHER PERSONS, WHETHER KNOWN OR UNKNOWN, CLAIMING ANY INTEREST IN THE REAL PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN, Defendants. THIS SUMMONS IS DIRECTED TO THE ABOVE-NAMED DEFENDANTS. 1. YOU ARE BEING SUED. The Plaintiff has started a lawsuit against you. The Plaintiff’s Complaint against you is attached to this Summons. Do not throw these papers away. They are official papers that affect your rights. You must respond to this lawsuit even though it may not yet be filed with the court and there may be no court file number on this Summons. 2. YOU MUST REPLY WITHIN 20 DAYS TO PROTECT YOUR RIGHTS. You must give or mail to the person who signed this Summons a written response called an Answer within 20 days of the date on which you received this Summons. You must send a copy of your Answer to the person who signed this summons located at: John M. Cabak CABAK LAW, LLC 243 Main Street S Pine City, MN 55063 3. YOU MUST RESPOND TO EACH CLAIM. The Answer is your written response to the Plaintiff’s Complaint. In your Answer you must state whether you agree or disagree with each paragraph of the Complaint. If you believe the Plaintiff should not be given everything asked for in the Complaint, you must say so in your Answer. 4. YOU WILL LOSE YOUR CASE IF YOU DO NOT SEND A WRITTEN RESPONSE TO THE COMPLAINT TO THE PERSON WHO SIGNED THIS SUMMONS. If you do not answer within 20 days, you will lose this case. You will not get to tell your side of the story, and the court may decide against you and award the Plaintiff everything asked for in the Complaint. If you do not want to contest the claims stated in the Complaint, you do not need to respond. A default judgment can then be entered against you for the relief requested in the Complaint. 5. LEGAL ASSISTANCE. You may wish to get legal help from a lawyer. If you do not have a lawyer, the Court Administrator may have information about places where you can get legal assistance. Even if you cannot get legal help, you must still provide a written Answer to protect your rights or you may lose the case. 6. ALTERNATIVE DISPUTE RESOLUTION. The parties may agree to or be ordered to participate in an alternative dispute resolution process under Rule 114 of the Minnesota General Rules of Practice. You must still send your written response to the Complaint even if you expect to use alternative means of resolving this dispute. 7. REAL PROPERTY. THIS LAWSUIT MAY AFFECT OR BRING INTO QUESTION TITLE TO REAL PROPERTY located in Pine County, State of Minnesota, legally described as follows: The unsurveyed North ½ of the Northwest ¼ of the Northwest ¼, Section 23, Township 42 North, Range 16 West The object of this action is to award judgment quieting title in the name of the Plaintiff, and to determine that the Defendants have no further right, title, or interest in the

www.pinecitymn.com above-described real property. NOTICE OF NO PERSONAL CLAIM. Pursuant to Minn. Stat. §557.03, the Plaintiff hereby gives notice that no personal claim is being made against any of the defendants. However, if Defendants unreasonably defend the action, Plaintiff is requesting an order of the court directing that the defendants shall pay costs and attorney fees to Plaintiff. CABAK LAW, LLC Dated: February 9, 2017 John M. Cabak Attorney for Plaintiff 243 Main Street S Pine City, MN 55063 (320) 629-2529 Attorney Reg. #0388929 Published in the Pine City Pioneer on February 16, 23 and March 2, 2017 STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF PINE DISTRICT COURT TENTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT Court File 58-CV-16-542 Case Type: 14 Civil other-Quiet title SUMMONS Shawn Bennett, Plaintiff vs. Henry Schley; unknown heirs of Emery G. Nedegaard, deceased; unknown heirs of Valborg Nedegaard, deceased; unknown heirs of Bruce A. Nedegaard, deceased; unknown heirs of Claudia J. Nedegaard, deceased; Theodore Plunkett; Diane Plunkett; and Northview Bank, a banking corporation under the law of the State of Minnesota; and also all other persons claiming any right, title, estate, interest or lien in the real estate described herein; Defendants. THIS SUMMONS IS DIRECTED TO ABOVE-NAMED DEFENDANTS: 1. YOU ARE BEING SUED. The Plaintiff has started a lawsuit against you. The Plaintiff’s Complaint against you is on file in the office of the court administrator of the above-name court. Do not throw these papers away. They are official papers that affect your rights. You must respond to this lawsuit even though it may not yet be filed with the Court and there may be no court file number on this summons. 2. YOU MUST REPLY WITHIN 20 DAYS TO PROTECT YOUR RIGHTS. You must give or mail to the person who signed this summons a written response called an Answer within 20 days of the date on which you received this Summons. You must send a copy of your Answer to the person who signed this summons located at: Ahlgren Law Office, LLC One North Lake Street, Mora, MN 55051 3. YOU MUST RESPOND TO EACH CLAIM. The Answer is your written response to the Plaintiff’s Complaint. In your Answer you must state whether you agree or disagree with each paragraph of the Complaint. If you believe the Plaintiff should not be given everything asked for in the Complaint, you must say so in your Answer. 4. YOU WILL LOSE YOUR CASE IF YOU DO NOT SEND A WRITTEN RESPONSE TO THE COMPLAINT TO THE PERSON WHO SIGNED THIS SUMMONS. If you do not Answer within 20 days, you will lose this case. You will not get to tell your side of the story, and the Court may decide against you and award the Plaintiff everything asked for in the complaint. If you do not want to contest the claims stated in the complaint, you do not need to respond. A default judgment can then be entered against you for the relief requested in the complaint. 5. LEGAL ASSISTANCE. You may wish to get legal help from a lawyer. If you do not have a lawyer, the Court Administrator may have information about places where you can get legal assistance. Even if you cannot get legal help, you must still provide a written Answer to protect your rights or you may lose the case. 6. ALTERNATIVE DISPUTE RESOLUTION. The parties may agree to or be ordered to participate in an alternative dispute resolution process under Rule 114 of the Minnesota General Rules of Practice. You must still send your written response to the Complaint even if you expect to use alternative means of resolving this dispute. 7. THIS LAWSUIT MAY AFFECT OR BRING INTO QUESTION TITLE TO REAL PROPERTY located in PINE County, State of Minnesota, legally described as follows: That part of Lot Two (2), Block Four (4), Townsite of Partridge, now Askov, Pine County, Minnesota, described as beginning at the Southeast corner of Lot 2, Block 4, Townsite of Partridge, now Askov, according to the plat on record in the office of the County Recorder within and for Pine

County, Minnesota; thence West along the South line of said Lot 2 a distance of 35 feet; thence North parallel to the East line of said Lot 2 a distance of 30 feet; thence East parallel to the South line of said Lot 2 a distance of 35 feet to the East line of said Lot 2; thence South along the East line of said Lot 2 a distance of 30 feet to the Southeast corner thereof, and there to terminate. The object of this action is obtain a judgment that Plaintiff, Shawn Bennett, is the owner in fee, of the above-described real property and that none of said Defendants have any estate or interest therein or lien thereon, except that certain mortgage in favor of Defendant Northview Bank, which Mortgage is filed for record in the office of the Pine County Recorder on September 9, 2016, as Document No. 528788. Dated: December 6, 2016 AHLGREN LAW OFFICE, LLC John P. Ahlgren Attorney for Plaintiff One North Lake Street Mora, Minnesota 55051 Phone: (320) 679-1754 Attorney I.D. #12039X Published in the Pine City Pioneer on March 2, 9 and 16, 2017 STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF PINE DISTRICT COURT TENTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT PROBATE DIVISION Court File No. 58-PR-16-100 Estate of: Mary Elma Mans, a/k/a Mary E. Mans, Decedent, NOTICE OF INFORMAL PROBATE OF WILL AND APPOINTMENT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS AND CREDITORS: Notice is hereby given that an Application for informal probate of the above-named Decedent’s last Will, dated June 7, 1994, has been filed with the Registrar herein, and the Application has been granted informally probating such Will. Any objections may be filed in the above named court and the same will be heard by the Court upon notice of hearing fixed for such purpose. Notice is hereby further given that informal appointment of LaVerne D. Mans whose address is 38379 Wildlife Road, Hinckley, MN 55037, as personal representative of the Estate of the above-named Decedent, has been made. Any heir, devisee, or other interested person may be entitled to appointment as personal representative or may object to the appointment of the personal representative, and the personal representative is empowered to fully administer the Estate, including, after 30 days from the date of issuance of letters, the power to sell, encumber, lease, or distribute real estate, unless objections thereto are filed with the Court (pursuant to Minn. Stat. Section 524.3-607), and the Court otherwise orders. Notice is hereby given that ALL CREDITORS having claims against said Estate are required to present the same to said personal representative or to the Court Administrator within four months after the date of this notice or said claims will be barred. LU ANN BLEGEN Registrar Pine Court Administrator 2017.02.13 13:52:53-06’00’ LU ANN BLEGEN Court Administrator Pine Court Administrator 2017.02.13 13:53:07-06’00’ Filed in Tenth Judicial District Court Nelson, Kim M. (Pine Court Admin) Feb 13 2017 1:59 PM Attorney for Personal Representative CROSBY & WESTBROCK LLC Alexander A. Crosby MN# 0386625 91 Snelling Avenue N, Suite 120 St. Paul, MN 55104 Telephone: 651-493-0097 Facsimile: 651-318-3634 e-mail: acrosby@crosbywestbrock. com. Published in the Pine City Pioneer on March 2 and 9, 2017 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE DATE: January 31, 2017 YOU ARE NOTIFIED that default has occurred in the conditions of the following described Mortgage: 1. Date of Mortgage: May 12, 2008 2. Mortgagor: Adam Sarvela and Erin Fitzsimmons, Both Single 3. Mortgagee: Members Cooperative Credit Union as successor to Lake State Federal Credit Union 4. Recording Information: Mortgage recorded October 10, 2008, as Document No. A 475825, in the Office of the County Recorder

of Pine, Minnesota 5. Assignments of Mortgage: None 6. Tax parcel ID: 40.5442.000 7. Legal description of the property: Lot 1, Block 2, Mortenson’s 1st Addition, Pine County, Minnesota. (Abstract) 8. The physical address of the property: 502 1st Street NE, Hinckley, MN 55037 9. The person holding the Mortgage is not a transaction agent. 10. The requisites of Minn. Stat. 580.02 have been satisfied. The holder of the Mortgage has complied with all conditions precedent to acceleration of the debt secured by the Mortgage and foreclosure of the Mortgage, and all notice and other requirements of applicable statutes. 11. The original principal amount secured by the Mortgage was $93,178.10. 12. At the date of this notice the amount due on the Mortgage, including taxes, if any, paid by the holder of the Mortgage, is $91,239.45. 13. Pursuant to the power of sale in the Mortgage, the Mortgage will be foreclosed, and the mortgaged premises will be sold by the Sheriff at public auction at 10 a.m. April 27, 2017 at the Sheriff’s Office, 635 Northridge Dr. NW, Pine City, MN. 14. The time allowed by law for redemption by Mortgagor or Mortgagor’s personal representatives or assigns is six (6) months after the date of sale. 15. If the real estate is an owner-occupied, single-family dwelling, the date on or before which the mortgagor must vacate the property if the mortgage is not reinstated under section 580.30 or the property redeemed under section 580.23 is 11:59 p.m. on October 27, 2017. 16. THE TIME ALLOWED BY LAW FOR REDEMPTION BY THE MORTGAGOR, THE MORTGAGOR’S PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVES OR ASSIGNS, MAY BE REDUCED TO FIVE WEEKS IF A JUDICIAL ORDER IS ENTERED UNDER MINNESOTA STATUTES, SECTION 582.032, DETERMINING, AMONG OTHER THINGS, THAT THE MORTGAGED PREMISES ARE IMPROVED WITH A RESIDENTIAL DWELLING OF LESS THAN FIVE UNITS, ARE NOT PROPERTY USED IN AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTION, AND ARE ABANDONED. Name of Mortgagee: Members Cooperative Credit Union Name and address of Attorney for Mortgagee: /s/Sarah Whiting, Esq. #0392034 101 14th Street Cloquet, MN 55720 (218) 878-3649 Published in the Pine City Pioneer on February 9, 16, 23, March 2, 9 and 16, 2017 Notice of Annual Meeting and Election of Supervisor Brook Park Township Notice is hereby given to the qualified voters of Brook Park Township, County of Pine, State of Minnesota, that the Election of officers and Annual Township Meeting will be held on Tuesday, March 14, 2017, at the Brook Park Town Hall, (formerly Lions Den), Brook Park, MN. Polls will be open from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at which time the voters will elect: (1) Supervisor – Three Year Term The Town Board will meet as a Board of Canvass immediately following the closing of the polls to declare the official results of the Election. The Annual Meeting will follow the Board of Canvass. Please note: The March monthly meeting will be held immediately following the Annual Meeting. In case of inclement weather, the Election, Board of Canvass and Annual Meeting will be rescheduled to March 21st, 2017. Kelly Johnson – Clerk Brook Park Township Published in the Pine City Pioneer on March 2, 2017 Chengwatana Township- Election Notice Public accuracy test of optical scan voting equipment will be done on Saturday, March 11, 2017, at 10:00 am at the Chengwatana Townhall, 27136 Forest Road, Pine City. Absentee voting is available by contacting the clerk at 320-6292208. Notice is hereby given to the qualified voters of Chengwatana Township, County of Pine, State of MN, that the Annual Election of Town Officers and Annual Town Meeting will be held on Tuesday, March 14, 2017; at Chengwatana Town Hall. The election hours are from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm, at which time the voters will elect: One Supervisor – 3 - year term One Treasurer – 2 - year term

PINE CITY PIONEER The Board of Canvass will meet immediately following the close of polls. The Chengwatana Township Annual Meeting will commence at 8:05 pm, March 14, 2017, to conduct all necessary business prescribed by law. In case of inclement weather, the election and meeting may be postponed until Tuesday, March 21, 2017. Katy Overtoom Clerk, Chengwatana Township Published in the Pine City Pioneer on February 23 and March 2, 2017 NOTICE Notice is hereby given to the qualified voters of Pokegama Township, Pine County, State of Minnesota that the Annual Election of the Officers and Annual Township Meeting will be held on Tuesday, March 14th 2017 in case of inclement weather, the Annual Election and Meeting will be postponed until the third Tuesday in March and will be notice on WCMP Radio Station and posted at the Town Hall. The Election Polls will be open from 10:00 am until 8:00 p.m. at which time the voters will elect: Supervisor A: Three Year Term Supervisor E: Three Year Term The Annual Meeting will commence at 8:15 p.m. to conduct all necessary business prescribed by law. The Annual Meeting and the Annual Election will be held at the Pokegama Town Hall located at 18336 Town Hall Road, Pine City, Minnesota 55063 The Board of Canvass will meet on Tuesday, March 14th 2017 at the conclusion of business but prior to the adjournment of the 2017 Annual Meeting to certify the election results. Published in the Pine City Pioneer on February 23 and March 2, 2017 Notice of Annual Meeting Notice is hereby given to residents of Pine City Township, County of Pine, State of MN that the Annual Town Meeting will be held on Tuesday, March 14th 2017 at the Pine City Town Hall, 21977 St. Croix Rd. The Annual Meeting will commence at 7:00 pm to conduct all necessary business as prescribed by law. In case of inclement weather, the meeting will be held on Tuesday, March 21st, 2017. Respectfully submitted, Tammy Carlson, Clerk Pine City Township Published in the Pine City Pioneer on March 2 and 9, 2017 ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS Pine City Public Schools ISD #578 – 2017 Parking Lot Improvements – Pine City High School Date: February 23, 2017 Owner: Pine City Public Schools Independent School District 578 1400 Main Street South Pine City, MN 55063 Contact: Mark Hatfield 320-629-4010 Engineer: Larson Engineering, Inc. 3524 Labore Road White Bear Lake, MN 55110 Contact: Greg Buchal 651-481-9120 Pine City Public Schools will receive sealed bids for work to reconstruct, repair and seal coat the existing parking lot and bus drive at Pine City High School. Sealed Bids will be received by the Owner until 2:00 p.m, local time, Thursday March 16, 2017; at the District Office located at 1400 Main Street South, Pine City, MN 55063. Bids submitted after that time will be returned unopened. Bids will be publicly opened all bidders are welcome to attend. Bids may not be withdrawn or modified within 60 days after Bids are opened. The Owner’s intent of award or judgment will be announced within that period. The complete form shall be with-

out alterations, additions, or erasures. All bids shall be on a lump sum basis. The Owner reserves the right to reject any or all bids or bid items and to waive any irregularities in the bids. Copies of the Bidding Documents are on file and available for inspection at Larson Engineering, Inc., 3524 Labore Road, White Bear Lake, MN 55110. Paper copies of the Bidding Documents may be obtained at the office of Larson Engineering, Inc. upon payment of $100.00 for each set. Electronic files of the bid documents are also available from Larson Engineering free of charge. Bid documents will be available after February 22, 2017. A pre-bid conference will not be held. However, contractors are welcome to visit the High School site at their convenience. Please check in at the school office if visiting the High School during regular school hours. Pine City High School is located at 1400 Main Street South in Pine City, Minnesota. Make Bids on the bid form supplied in the Project Manual. No oral, telegraphic, emailed or telephonic proposals or modifications will be considered. Submit with each bid, a certified check or acceptable bidder’s bond payable to Independent School District #834 in an amount equal to five percent (5%) of the total bid. In addition, verification of compliance with MN Statue Chapter 16C.285 regarding Responsible Contractor shall be submitted with the Bid Form. The successful bidder will be required to furnish satisfactory Labor and Material Payment Bond, and Performance Bond. The Owner requires Final Completion of the project on or before August 25, 2017. The Owner may make investigations as deemed necessary to determine the qualifications and ability of the Bidders to perform the work. The Owner reserves the right to reject Bids in whole or in part, and to waive bidding informalities or irregularities. Published in the Pine City Pioneer on February 23 and March 2, 2017 REQUEST FOR BIDS Sealed bids will be received by Pine City Public Schools, Pine City, MN, Pine County for furnishing all equipment, labor, and materials for the following: roof repair Bids must be submitted in duplicate and shall be addressed and delivered in an opaque envelope marked, “Sealed Bid 2017 Roof Repair” with the name of the bidder showing, no later than 2:00 p.m., March 23rd, 2017. Bids received after this time will be returned unopened. Bids shall be delivered to: Jill Nolan Pine City Public Schools 1400 Main Street South Pine City, MN 55063 Each bid must be accompanied by a bid bond or certified check from a solvent bank in the amount of not less than five percent (5%) of the bid, payable to the Owner, as security that if awarded the work, the bidder will sign a contract. All Contractors shall attend a mandatory pre-bid conference to inspect the job site and to ensure comprehension of the specifications. Specifications shall be distributed at the time of the pre-bid meeting, March 9th @ 10:00am, Pine City Elementary School. Contractors who do not attend the pre-bid conference shall be disqualified from bidding. The Owner reserves the right to reject any and all bids and waive informalities or irregularities and enter into such contract or contracts as deemed in the best interests of Pine City Public Schools. Published in the Pine City Pioneer on February 23 and March 2, 2017

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GENERAL MAINTENANCE WORKER POSITION The City of Pine City is seeking applicants for the position of Public Works 2--General Maintenance Worker.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS ARE: * High School diploma or equivalent. * Class B Commercial Driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s License with an air brake endorsement. * Minimum of two years of Public Works or Construction experience is desirable. * Ability to stand, bend, crouch, and stoop repetitively for long periods of time. * Ability to lift, carry and handle equipment weighing up to 50 lbs. on a repetitive basis and up to 80 lbs. occasionally. * Ability to read, hear and speak English. * Ability to read and follow written and verbal instructions. Beginning salary is $15.42 per hour plus a full beneďŹ t package. After the six month probationary period the wages would go to $15.85 per hour. Applications are required and can be obtained at City Hall, 315 Main St. S, Suite 100, Pine City, or by calling 320-629-2575. The application deadline is 4:00 pm on March 30, 2017. This institution is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

REQUIRED SKILLS: Mechanical aptitude. Must be able to perform some heavy lifting up to 60 pounds and be able to stand on feet for up to eight hours. Bending, twisting, climbing ladders, operating lift truck, roll tending (preparing, moving and loading rolls in to the press.) APPLY IN PERSON OR SEND RESUME TO: Northstar Media, 930 S. Cleveland St. NW Cambridge, MN 55008 Northwire, Inc. is looking for great people to join our production team.

Full-time positions available in the following areas: â&#x20AC;˘ Extrusion (2nd shift) starting wage is $14.50 â&#x20AC;˘ Braiding (2nd and 3rd shifts) starting wage is $13.00 and $13.50 â&#x20AC;˘ Cabling (2nd and 3rd shifts) starting wage is $13.00 and $13.50 â&#x20AC;˘ Maintenance Technician II (2nd shift) starting wage is $17.60 Note: all starting wages include shift premium

Northwire, Inc. offers a complete benefits package: health insurance (medical, dental & vision), vacation, paid holidays, 401(k) with employer match, disability and life insurance. Basic Qualifications: High school diploma/GED or higher. Maintenance Technician II requires work experience and/or applicable education. Qualified applicants must pass a drug test, background screen and preemployment physical exam. If you are interested in working with us, apply in person or send resume to Northwire, Inc., 110 Prospect Way, Osceola, WI 54020 or email to HumanResources_Northwire@lemo.com. Online applications are also available at www.northwire.com/careers. Northwire is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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Clinic Nurse Supervisor Full time - 1.0 FTE (80 hours a pay period).

Hours of work are Monday - Friday between 7:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. with occasional Saturdays. Primarily in Mora with the flexibility to travel to Hinckley and Pine City as needed. Current Minnesota RN License. Previous leadership experience, competency demonstrated in direct patient care as well as team leadership. BLS & ACLS (within 1 year).

Apply online at www.firstlighthealthsystem.org FirstLight Health System 301 Highway 65 South Mora, MN 55051 320-225-3612 EOE

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CASE AIDE: Health & Human Services Public Health Unit â&#x20AC;&#x201C; P & I Grant (Planning & Implementation Grant through the DHS Alcohol & Drug Abuse Division) & Adult Health Services Essential Duties: Provide staďŹ&#x20AC; support to the P & I Grant Coordinator and Adult Health Services. Interfacing and develop rapport with youth and staďŹ&#x20AC; at East Central and Hinckley/Finlayson High Schools. Attend regularly scheduled Pine County Chemical Health Coalition meetings and other events that may be outside of the normal 8:00 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 4:30 work day. Assist in development and maintenance of social media and websites for the coalition. Collect data for required reports, print and distribute reports per instructions, maintain unit ďŹ les, receive transfer cases, notify clients of needed veriďŹ cation, assemble paper ďŹ les for new cases or update reopened ďŹ les per retention schedule, destroy records per retention schedule. Maintain reference manuals, ďŹ ling, design forms, prepare calendars, reception duties, operate and maintain oďŹ&#x192;ce machines (copier, videos, fax, etc.), monitor and order supplies. Enter case notes, assist clients to access appropriate community resources and refer clients to appropriate agency units. Complete data entry for the various automated case management systems used by the agency and division. Minimum QualiďŹ cations: 1) Three years of successful clerical experience and/or experience working with the public or the equivalent, or 2) two years of successful clerical experience in a social services/human services agency; or 3) two years of experience as a community service aide or similar experience in a private non-proďŹ t agency or other public agency; or 4) two years of study at an accredited two or four year college/university or similar institution, with emphasis in the behavioral sciences (at least 23 quarter credits or 16 semester credits). Also, a valid driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s license. Salary: $15.21 - $20.51/hr

Eligibility Worker Essential Duties: Under general supervision, this position performs a variety of tasks related to the determination of eligibility of clients for income maintenance programs and services, including the determination of cash assistance grants, SNAP, health care coverage eligibility and other duties as assigned. Must have ability to communicate eďŹ&#x20AC;ectively in verbal and written format. Minimum QualiďŹ cations: 1) Three years of clerical experience or experience working with the public, or some combination of the two, totaling three years or 2) Two years of clerical experience in a social services/human services agency or 3) Two years of study at an accredited two or four year college or university or similar institution, with emphasis in the behavioral sciences, business, or closely related subjects (at least 23 quarter credits or 16 semester credits) or 4) Successful completion of the technical college Public Welfare Financial Worker diploma program (applicants must be within six months of completion of the program) or 5) Successful completion of the technical college Public Welfare Financial Worker certiďŹ cate program will substitute for one year of the required clerical experience or experience working with the public. Also, a valid Driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s License. Salary: $15.94/hr - $21.48/hr Closing Date: March 17 @ 12pm

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NLX Alliance elects new leadership, adds members PRESS RELEASE

The Minneapolis-Duluth/Superior Passenger Rail Alliance elected new leadership in January and added two city members to continue advocating for the Northern Lights Express (NLX) Passenger Rail Project and to continue working with the Minnesota Department of Transportation to complete the federal review of the 152-mile corridor on existing Burlington Northern-Santa Fe Railway tracks. Duluth City Councilmember Elissa Hansen is the new chair. She replaces Steve Raukar, retired St. Louis County commissioner, who led the group, known as the NLX Alliance, from its inception in 2007. The vice chair is Jason Serck, director of economic development, planning and port for the City of Superior, Wisconsin. He replaces Hennepin County Commissioner Linda Higgins, who chose not to run for re-election. The NLX Alliance also added two voting members, the cities of Cambridge and Superior. Each is a planned station stop on the proposed passenger rail service between Minneapolis and Duluth. Cambridge is represented by Economic Development Director Stan Gustafson. Superior is represented by Serck. They join representatives from Minneapolis, Duluth, Hennepin County, St. Louis and Lake Counties Regional Railroad Authority, and the Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe. Additional station cities choosing not to be voting members, at this time, are Coon Rapids and Hinckley, although they are involved with project development, according to Hansen. Hansen welcomed Cambridge and Superior at the January NLX Alliance meeting held at the Pine County Courthouse in Pine City. “It’s good to see our membership be more reflective of the people and businesses in the corridor who will use and benefit from NLX,” Hansen said. “This formalizes the excellent working relationship the station cities have had since the beginning and gives Cambridge and Superior a vote at the table.” By this summer, the NLX Project will be in position to move into final design and construction. This is a critical milestone that makes a project eligible for federal funding, which is expected to be the source of 80 percent of the total project development cost, estimated at between $500 and $600 million. If federal funding is available in a timely fashion, NLX service could begin as early as 2020. To learn more, visit NorthernLightsExpress.org.

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The Pine Center for the Arts welcomes spring with March featured artist Kristin Webster. The public is invited to celebrate as well with Art After Work, 4-7 p.m. on Friday, March 10 at the gallery opening. Webster, who paints flowers, plants and garden scenes, has always been a creative soul drawn to nature. Mentored from a young age, Webster enjoys connecting with the materials and the subject of her work. “I paint flowers, plants, produce and garden scenes because they help me feel renewed, refreshed and restored,” Webster said. “They offer healing, stress-relief and a sense of belonging. They invigorate my mind and body. “Painting has become a prayer for me that praises the numerous gifts that surround us: sight, smell, touch, feelings, nature, life, personal growth and our journey together. “Through the medium of painting, I celebrate creation, not by mimicking it exactly but by being inspired by it and by honoring the creative gifts I’ve been given,” Webster continued. “Painting is a lot of work and struggle, along with joy and resolutions. There is constantly a creative problem-solving and intuitive effort involved. The best kind of art comes bubbling up from deep inside us. It is a process of discovery and growth where often conclusions surprise us. It is a dance with what we know, what we feel and what we see; thus, I am sharing a piece of myself through my artwork. My ultimate desire is to honor the Master Creator and point others to Him.” Lush florals and vibrant garden scenes in-

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(above) Blooming ﬂowers are the theme of Webster’s “Expect Miracles.” (right) A bundle of asparagus proves that “Happiness Grows in Spears.”

deed celebrate creation and the coming of spring. Webster’s solo exhibit, “Awake, Arise and Spring Forth: A Gathering of Painted Botanicals, Their Flowers and Fruit” opens March 10 with a reception from 4-7 p.m. The artist invites all to “come, renew, refresh, and restore yourself, accompanied by fellow art and plant lovers and surrounded by depictions of botanicals, their flowers and fruit.” Pine Center for the Arts has been serving the area since 2009. With a variety of programming opportunities, the non-profit, volunteer-led facility is a gathering place for artisans and art lovers alike. Artists interested in displaying their work or teaching others their skills are welcome to contact the Pine Center for the Arts. For more information visit www. pinecenter.org.

Hockey U-10 squad wins consolation championship Pine City’s U-10 hockey team battled hard this season, earning a consolation championship trophy in District 10. Back row: coach Dominic Perreault, coach Erik Hermanson, coach Seth Sauter; middle row: Kamarah Maynard, Eden Sauter, Malia Mikyska, Emma Hermanson, Lexa Valvoda, Megan Vacinek; front row: Erin Jeske, Solei Olsen, Peyton Perreault, Samantha Root, Ava Danielson, Dani Holmstrom.

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Girls pinkout gym with Hoops for Hope Again this year, the Pine City Girls’ Basketball team hosted Hoops for Hope - Pink Out the gym, to help in the fight against cancer. From the sales of t-shirts, ice cream floats, face painting and donations, $1,347 was raised. Checks will be sent to the American Cancer Society and The Harbor Room at the Cambridge Hospital. Pictured: first row - Megan Cunnien, Grace Langmade, Alaina Steele, Shelbi Matzke, Carissa Nascene and Annabell Johnson; second row-Allyson Chromey, Emily Carpenter, Katherine Rike, Jolie Wicktor, Lydia Adams, Makenna Nelson, Miriam From; third row-Ashley Faur, Chloe Alleman, Hannah Lorsung, Alison Brown, Isabelle Aragonez, Ellie Hasz, Lily Wilson.

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