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County, Band approve joint powers BY AILENE CROUP NEWS@PINECITYMN.COM

Pine County Board approved a joint powers cooperative law enforcement agreement with the

Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe (MLBO) at their last regular meeting. The agreement was formally signed by Pine County Chairman Matt

Ludwig and Mille Lacs Band Chief Executive Melanie Benjamin at a special meeting at the courthouse last week. Also present to sign the

agreement were MLBO’s Solicitor General Todd Matha, MLBO Acting Chief of Police Sara Rice and Pine County Attorney Reese Frederickson.

Ludwig, a former Pine County Sheriff’s Office investigator, said a lot of work went into updating the existing agreement. Matha said the law en-

forcement relationship with the county is a refreshing one with no hidden agenda. They want to SEE POWERS, PAGE 14

Long search for Scott Kleppen comes to an end BY MIKE GAINOR EDITOR@PINECITYMN.COM

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Lemonade sellers help feed the hungry Sisters Olivia, Haven, and Ryleigh Clark had fun with their lemonade stand during the city-wide garage sale on May 13. They made treats with grandma Angie, served coffee and lemonade, and donated the money to the local food shelf.

The two-year search for Kenneth Scott Kleppen could be at an end, after human remains believed to be Kleppen’s were found by a group of searchers. On May 6, members of the search group United Legacy were scouring the area searching for Kleppen, and reported to the Pine County Sheriff’s Office that they had located human bones in a remote area. The Pine County Sheriff’s Office reports that deputies confirmed the bones were of human origin. The Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension was contacted to assist in processing the scene, and the bones were

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transported to the Midwest Medical Examiner’s office for analysis. Foul play was not suspected. Kenneth Scott Kleppen, age 22, of Sandstone was last seen in Pine City March 3, 2015. His SEE KLEPPEN, PAGE 14

Local families seek adoption options BY AMY DOEUN NEWS@PINECITYMN.COM

There is a growing demand for foster and adoptive parents across the state. While the county does license foster parents directly, there are also several non-profits that provide statewide

foster and adoption licensing. One of those organizations is Pinehaven Youth and Family Services. Pinehaven is based out of Brainerd but according to Dani Stiller of Pinehaven there are many families served by Pinehaven in the Pine City area.

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On Saturday, May 13, Stiller was joined by Laura Pfeifer and Loretta Weiss, director of Foster Care and Adoption Services for Pinehaven Youth and Family Services for an information session followed by a training and support group session for current foster

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parents. Weiss said that they try to have training and support group events quarterly. Julie Harp arrived early. Harp has had eight foster children and is currently in the process of adopting a seven month old boy. She also has three biological children,

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the youngest of which is 16. Harp said that she was interested in becoming a foster mom because, “I just wanted to do my part. But I do love babies.” All but two of her foster kids have been babies and

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Hundreds attend Pine Healthcare Campus Grand Opening in Sandstone NORTH PINE AREA HOSPITAL DISTRICT

The North Pine Area Hospital District’s Grand Opening of the new Pine Healthcare Campus was attended by at least 700 people, with some estimating 800 - 1,000 in attendance. The hospital district held this grand opening to celebrate with the entire community. “The Hospital District Board is absolutely delighted with the response and appreciates how much the community values the investment of $21.6 million dollars by the Hospital District for this beautiful new hospital,” said Ron Osladil, chairman of the North Pine Area Hospital District. “It is especially gratifying that not one dollar of taxpayer money was used to finance this. The Hospital District’s loan will be paid back through the lease payments from Essentia Health. I thank our partners and our many contractors and consultants and especially our Executive Committee and Board of Directors for their perseverance in making this a reality. ” The event was kicked off with Ron Osladil giving a few comments and followed by the Ribbon Cutting by the Board of Directors. The presentation

of Ceremonial Keys to Essentia Health, Gateway Family Health Clinic and Thrifty White Pharmacy followed. Essentia Health is the first tenant to open in the Pine Healthcare Campus on May 17. Thrifty White Pharmacy will open Oct. 2 and Gateway Family Health Clinic will open the following day at the Pine Healthcare Campus. Essentia Health provided food and music for the event. “We appreciate the contribution that Essentia made to make the event especially festive for all,” said Osladil. Essentia had their open house event with self-guided tours of the entire campus. Thrifty White Pharmacy representatives were also on hand to show their new location coming this fall. “The community was mighty impressed with all the impressive artwork on display at the new campus,” added Osladil. “The Hospital District made it a point to commission local artists to do most of the art and photography that is showcased throughout the facility.” Artists Dave Baker, Carole Bersin and Patrick Ring were on hand to talk to the many residents about their work.

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Visitors checked out the unique art produced by local artists decorating the walls of the main building.

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Hundreds of visitors ﬁlled the front of the building as North Pine Area Hospital District Chairman Ron Osladil made his remarks to kick off the open house event.

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Harter Memorial Field Day

Senior High Choir Pops Concert Pine City High School presents their Senior High Spring Choir Pops Concert on Thursday, May 18 at 7:30 p.m. Everyone is invited to attend this free concert held in the new PCHS auditorium. Call 320-629-4131 or email jkrinke@isd578.org for more information.

The Bill Harter Memorial Field Day is Friday, May 20 at Pine City Elementary School. The morning session begins at 8:30 a.m., afternoon events commence at 12:10 p.m. and end at 2:30 p.m. Call the school at 320629-4200 or see Page 2 of this issue for schedule of events.

MAY 19 - 21

Pokegama Lake Association Freshwater Fair

Fall seminar on education

The Pokegama Lake Association will host the 19th annual Freshwater Fair for 5th grade students on Thursday, May 18 beginning at 9 a.m. at Voyageur Park, Pine City. This year’s Freshwater Fair features over 15 learning stations covering topics on environmental and wildlife stewardship, emphasizing water quality and invasive species. This is a fun opportunity to educate youth, and the public, on the importance of healthy, unpolluted lakes and rivers. For information contact Lyn Johnson: lynquilt@msn. com.

New to Medicare information session

Going on Medicare soon or just interested in how it works? Come to a meeting on Thursday, May 18, 1 - 3 p.m., at the Hinckley High School board room, 210 Main St., Hinckley, MN 55037. There will be information on Medicare given out at this session, as well as questions answered. Aspects of Medicare parts A, B, C and D will be covered as well as information on supplemental insurance and how to report fraud and abuse. Call Amy Tvedt at 800-333-2433 or email amy.tvedt@cmcoa.org to register.

‘Congress Comes to You’ Rep. Nolan mobile offices Members of U.S. Congressman Rick Nolan’s (MN-8) staff will be available to meet with constituents during “Congress Comes to You” meetings on Thursday, May 18 at Rock Creek City Hall at 9 a.m., the Rush City Senior Dining Site at 11 a.m., followed by a meeting at Rush City City Hall at 1 p.m. For additional dates/locations visit http://nolan.house.gov/congress-comesto-you-schedule.

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Several bands, including the Chmielewski Funtime Band, will perform at the 39th International Polka Festival in the Event Center at Grand Casino Hinckley, Friday through Sunday, May 19-21. For reservations or more information call 1-800468-3517 or visit Funtimeband. com.

MAY 19 & 22 History, board games and 4-H The 5th and 6th grade World History Club will have its last meeting on Friday, May 19 at 3 p.m. The Kids’ Board Game Club will continue to meet from 3-5 p.m. on Wednesdays at the Pine City Library throughout the summer. The first meeting of the Pine City Explorers 4-H group will meet Monday, May 22 from 6-8 p.m. at the Pine City Library. 4-H is a free program for students 5-18 years old. Email danavphillips@hotmail.com or call 763-234-7172 with questions.

MAY 20 Pokegama Lake Association The monthly meeting of the Pokegama Lake Association will be Saturday, May 20 at 9 a.m. with coffee and rolls at 8:30 a.m. Prospective members are welcome at 12965 Lake Line Road. Contact lmclean111@ gmail.com for information.

Pine County Public Safety Day The community is invited to Pine County’s free Public Safety Day on Saturday, May 20, from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. in the Pine County Courthouse north parking lot. There will be free hot dogs, kids’ fingerprinting, visits from McGruff the Crime Dog, Smokey the Bear, Eddie the Eagle and much more. Call the Pine County Sheriff’s Office for further information.

Old School Arts Center art show and ‘Show within a Show’

Super Art Saturday at Pine Center for the Arts

Free and open to the public, the Old School Arts Center, Sandstone, will host an art show gallery opening with refreshments on Friday, May 19, 7-9 p.m. The featured artist is furniture maker Richard Helgeson. Music will be provided by guitarist Deb Sewell. In addition, there will be a “show within a show” featuring student art. Email franlevings@gmail.com for more information.

The public is invited to Super Art Saturday classes at Pine Center for the Arts, 265 5th St. SE, Pine City, on Saturday, May 20. At 1 p.m. “Grab a Hook” and learn beginning crochet with instructor Sarah Odendahl, or sign up to paint an acrylic chicken scene with Charlene Herrick. No experience necessary for either class. For cost, information or to register, call 320-629-4924 or visit www.pinecenter.org.

MAY 23 Pine Gardeners The Pine Gardeners will meet Tuesday, May 23 at 9 a.m. at the Pine City Library and carpool to Beaver Meadow Garden Center to see what is new this year. The tour continues at Tobie’s Restaurant in Hinckley for “Dutch” lunch. Visitors are welcome. Email lynquilt@msn. com for more information.

MAY 24 Snake River Valley Conservation Club meeting The next meeting of the Snake River Valley Conservation Club (SRVCC) will be held on Wednesday, May 24, 7:30 p.m., at the club house on the Pine County Fairgrounds. Contact Mark Madison at mmadison@ northlc.com with any questions.

MAY 26 PCHS Jazz Band at Art in the Park premiere The Pine City Arts Council premieres Art in The Park 2017 with a free performance by the Pine City High School Jazz Band on Friday, May 26 at 6:30 p.m. at Robinson Park in downtown Pine City. The Pine City Schools Music Boosters will begin serving sloppy joes at 5:30 p.m. New this year is free transportation by Arrowhead Transit from 6-9 p.m. Pick up schedule is 6 p.m. at Westchester Apartments, 6:10 p.m. at the Senior Dining site, and 6:20 p.m. at Golden Horizons Assisted Living. Bring lawn chairs or a blanket and enjoy the music.

MAY 28 Free ﬁlm fest at Mille Lacs View short and feature films by and about Minnesotan American Indians from 1 p.m. to 10 p.m. on Sunday, May 28. Each screening will include an introduction by the directors or subjects of the films and will be followed by an audience Q&A session. This free event will take place at the Mille Lacs Indian Museum and Trading Post in Onamia. Call 320-532-3632 or email millelacs@mnhs.org for more information.

Royalton Memorial Day Services The public is invited to Memorial Day Services at Royalton Memorial Cemetery Chapel, northeast of Braham, on Sunday, May 28 at 2 p.m. There will be a special speaker, musical program, and lunch will be served with a free will offering. Call 320-396-2610 for further information.

MAY 29 Memorial Day Parade The annual Memorial Day Parade in downtown Pine City will take place on Monday, May 29. The parade begins at Lake-

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side Medical Center at approximately 9 a.m. The parade will pause at the monument on 3rd Ave. and Main Street before proceeding to Birchwood Cemetery for a ceremony.

Memorial Day Powwow at Mille Lacs Experience a contemporary Memorial Day Powwow honoring veterans past and present. Hosted by AMVets Post 53 and the Ladies Auxiliary, this free outdoor event will take place on Monday, May 29 outside the Mille Lacs Indian Museum from noon to 5 p.m. Call 320-5323632 or email millelacs@mnhs. org for more information.

MEETINGS THURSDAY 5/18 Pine City Senior Center: Pine City Senior Dining Site, 12:30 p.m. TOPS-Take Off Pounds Sensibly: Pine City Library Community Room, 4:30-5:30 p.m. WINDOW-Domestic abuse support group: 6 p.m., Journey North Church, Pine City NAMI peer support: Cambridge Medical Ctr., 6:30 p.m. Teen AA/NA: 6:30 p.m., Teen Focus Center, Rush City SATURDAY 5/20 Model RR club: Askov, 10 a.m., Pine County History Museum SUNDAY 5/21 AA (Big Book study): Evangelical Free Church, 7 p.m.

MAY 30 Business skills for artists Springboard for the Arts, through the East Central Regional Arts Council, offers business skills seminars for artists. The next session is Friday and Saturday, June 2 and 3 (deadline to register is May 30) on funding, grant writing and business plan essentials, at 112 Main Ave. S., Braham. To register, or for more information, call the Regional Arts Council office at 320-396-2337, or email info@ecrac.org.

Pine City Memory Cafe Individuals with memory loss and their caregivers and families are invited to come and enjoy fellowship and support with peers in a historic setting at the North West Company Fur Post, 12551 Voyageur Ln., Pine City, on Tuesday, May 30 from 2:30 to 4 p.m. Coffee, treats and enjoyable activities are provided at no charge. For more information call 320-629-6356 or visit nwcfurpost@mnhs.org.

JUNE 1 NAMI support group A National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Connection peer support group for adults recovering from mental illness meets weekly on Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. at Cambridge Medical Center, 701 S. Dellwood Street, in Cambridge. Trained facilitators who are also in recovery lead NAMI Connection groups. For information, contact Danie at 763-219-6236 or 651-645-2948.

JUNE 3 War of 1812 at the Fur Post It’s the War of 1812 and the Americans are attacking British territories. The North West Company, Pine City, is enlisting all able-bodied voyageurs to help defend the business of the fur trade. Join in musket drills, march in formation and make a militia hat on Saturday, June 3, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information call: 320-629-6356; or visit the website: www.mnhs. org/nwcfurpost.

MONDAY 5/22 Celebrate Recovery: Pine City, Journey North Church, 6 p.m. Yellow Ribbon Group: Pine City American Legion, 7 p.m. AA: 7:30 p.m., Our Redeemer Lutheran Church WEDNESDAY 5/24 Woodcarving club: Askov, 9 a.m. Pine Co. History Museum Al-Anon: 725 2nd Ave. SW, Pine City, 12 p.m., 612-387-6094, David Pine City Toastmasters: 7 p.m., Pine City VFW Hall AA: 8 p.m., Rock Creek Community Center

SENIOR DINING May 22 - 26 Monday: Swiss steak, red skinned potatoes with gravy, carrots, wheat bread, applesauce Tuesday: Chicken in cream sauce, parslied potatoes, broccoli, dinner roll, chocolate brownie Wednesday: Pork roast, baked potato with sour cream, squash, wheat bread, fruit cocktail Thursday: Liver & onions or hamburger patty with gravy, whipped potatoes with gravy, mixed vegetables, wheat bread, molasses cookie Friday: Fish ﬁllet sandwich, seasoned potato wedges, oriental vegetables, lemon bar 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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Teachers needed in Pine County and Central Minnesota BY LUKE GREINER MINNESOTA DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

Teachers are some of the first professionals that youth become familiar with outside of family, so their influence on children and young adults give them a very important responsibility. For people looking to make a lasting impact in the lives of future generations, Central Minnesota (which includes Pine County) has ample opportunities with over 13,500 special education, pre-school, kindergarten, elementary, middle school, and high school teaching jobs. Adding in substitute teachers, teacher assistants, adult basic education and post-secondary teachers, and the total number of teaching jobs tops 23,000. Although most young people well understand what teachers do from years of being in the classroom as students, their perceptions could be much different than the actual teaching experience. For job seekers exploring the teaching field, Central Minnesota has various types of teaching occupations that provide employment opportunities for workers with different levels of education. The most recent job vacancy data from the second quarter of 2016 show that Central Minnesota had 660 education, training, and library training job openings, the second largest amount in more than a decade. This shows heightened demand for educational services workers, in the following areas: • Half of the teaching job openings were for preschool, elementary, secondary and special education occupations • One-third were for teacher assistants • The remaining one-sixth of openings were for other types of teachers including post-secondary, adult basic education, substitute and self-enrichment education teachers. • Visit https://mn.gov/deed/ for a chart illustrating the most common positions for those interested in pursuing a teaching career; typical wages for each occupation; and normal education level needed. Although one-third of all teaching openings were for teacher assistants, which typically require a high school diploma, there is a variety of opportunities for residents looking to explore higher education before getting into the teaching field. For more information on teaching careers in Central Minnesota, contact Luke Greiner at 320-3085378 or email Luke.Greiner@state.mn.us.

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Think about local food shelf during springtime planting season To the Editor: It is planting time and a wonderful time to be thinking about your local food shelf. Think about putting in an extra plant or an extra row for the food shelf. People that use the food shelf love home grown fruits and vegetables as much as you do. You do not need to donate a lot of produce at one time. Perhaps you have two extra tomatoes or three extra cucumbers. We will take them. So keep in mind your local food shelf when your garden begins to flourish and your crops are coming in faster than you can eat them. The local food shelf would love to take them off your hands. Remember children love carrots and cucumbers and cherry tomatoes. Kathy Wills Director Hunger Relief Family Pathways

Celebrate Recovery makes a difference To the Editor: There are so many assets in our community for art, entertainment, and growth. One endeavor every Monday night is at Journey North Church, located behind A&W on Main Street S. The program is called Celebrate Recovery and everyone is welcome to attend. Privacy and confidentiality is assured and guaranteed. Many, many people’s lives have been positively changed in a mature, loving environment filled with discussions, live music, good food, and genuine friendships. Pastor Tim Adams and family are a driving force, along with support from many others. At the helm of the live music are Mike and Kathy Swan. Both are jewels of people shining brightly. Another sometime member of the band is Josh Adams on guitar or bass guitar and lead vocal. Josh is a Pine City High School graduate, currently attending the University of Minnesota. In High School he played tennis and basketball for the Dragons. The Pine City Dragons throughout the years have been consistently solid due in no small part to the great

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A prickly visitor came to our home

To the Editor: I was standing by my sink in the kitchen when I looked at the long road leading up to our home. Something dark and about the size of a beaver was coming north for a visit. I continued to watch and finally called my husband to come and take a look. What is it? Well, John had been a trapper in his younger years – he would surely know. He said my gosh – that’s a porcupine. In all my years, and even living on the farm, I had not seen one in person. I was excited as we watched it continue north on our road and into the woods. I was telling a couple about it at the city wide garage sales and the gentleman said, “Did you know they could climb?” No... He told us he had been standing under a tree when he felt something wet on his head. Looking up, there was a porcupine. He said, “That’s probably why I lost my hair.” It was too potent.

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Pine City Ambassadors serve our community BY JACKIE CRAWFORD AND ALICIA FREEMAN MISS PINE CITY AMBASSADORS

As part of our reign as Miss Pine City Ambassadors, we have much more to do than just waving in parades, going to coronations, and wearing big flashy crowns. There is much more that goes into being Miss Pine City Ambassadors; it takes sore mouths from smiling for hours, headaches from the crowns, and the countless preparation hours before events. However, you do not hear us complaining because we love being ambassadors. It is all a part of what we do: we are role models to younger children, we represent our community, and we get the opportunity to leave a legacy. Over the past year, we have been working on our legacy project, which is helping a local organization in the community. This project was started by the Miss Pine City Committee a few years back, which means that each future Miss Pine City Ambassador has the task to volunteer and help a local business of her choice. Since this is the first year the Miss Pine City Committee switched to two ambassadors with equal standing, we were fortunate to get to take on this task together. One of the requirements we must meet is that the organization has to be one of the places we felt connected to when com-

a dozen happy volunteers. The second action we took part in was setting up a go fund me page. This page was designed to gain money for the organizations the thrift store helps out. We set this up from the month of April to May because they mentioned money donations would be helpful and appreciated. We knew this was a short time span, but we thought any donation was better than none. We shared this on each of our Facebook pages and let friends and family know as well. All together we raised $50. To conclude, we hope you would consider volunteering any extra time to this Family Pathways. We also want to thank everyone, especially the people who helped with our legacy project. We would like to give a special thanks to our parents for their unconditional love and support, as well as Mrs. Magel for the kind reminders and support throughout the past year. We truly appreciate it, and we would not be able to complete this project without each and every one of you. We also would like to thank the Pine City community for the support all of you have shown us over the past year. It has been an honor representing our hometown, and we wouldn’t change it for anything.

‘It has been an honor representing our hometown, and we wouldn’t change it for anything.’ pleted our service hours during the pageant activities week last summer. So, the organization we decided to help was Family Pathways. They were lacking on volunteers, so it was the perfect fit. During the year, we volunteered 26 hours to try and help Family Pathways in anyway we could. Some things we did while volunteering were sorting through donations, setting up seasonal products, pulling clothes off racks as well as putting clothes onto the racks, vacuuming, cleaning, and helping haul products into their trailers. Overall, the Family Pathways employees and other volunteers were friendly, helpful, and very welcoming. We were fortunate to become very close with some of the workers and create a personal bond. It was also very rewarding to be hands on with a local business in our home town. We also enjoyed getting to speak with and help local citizens at the thrift store by answering many questions and finding things within the store. We always felt appreciated ev-

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ery time we volunteered which made it all the more fun to help out. It never felt like a chore to go and give a helping hand to the thrift store. They were especially flexible with our schedules as we are very involved in multiple sports, college classes, and senior year festivities. One of main problems for the thrift store is finding enough volunteers, so for our main

project, we tried to focus on that issue. Since there is always something to do, the thrift store can always use the extra hands. To make the extra volunteers flow in, we talked to the members of Our Redeemer Lutheran Church and the Pine City High School National Honor Society, to friends and family, and sat at a basketball game, which helped us gather around

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on-the-job training tailored to the business’ needs and certified by the Department of Labor. That makes apprenticeships one of the mostcost effective workforce development tools in the country. They’re good for the companies, too. For employers, apprenticeships provide a workforce with training tailored to their needs, reduce turnover, and improve safety. And the focus on high-skill training will give American businesses a competitive edge in the 21st century economy. So we need to double down on our efforts to expand these partnerships. Two years ago, I successfully pressed for $5 million in grant money from the Department of Labor to strengthen apprenticeships in Minnesota. Businesses and educators have put the funds to good use. In Spring Grove, LaX Fabricating is partnering with Minnesota State College Southeast in Winona to get more students trained to be welders and structural steel detailers. Roseau County Ford is working with local high schools to introduce students to the industry and prepare them with the skills they need to fill high-paying jobs as auto mechanics. At Bühler, Inc., in Plymouth, students at Dunwoody College of Technology receive pay and benefits while they learn and work. And in Pequot Lakes, Dane Walter changed course early in his collegiate career to do an apprenticeship with Pequot Tool & Manufacturing. Thanks to Pequot Tool’s work with Central Lakes College, Dane – like the hundreds of Minnesotans who pursue apprenticeships

– is well on his way to a successful career in the town where he grew up and where he wants to raise a family of his own. Apprenticeships are a win-winwin: They align incentives for employers, educators, and students. But we need to be doing more to support these partnerships. Despite clear evidence of the benefits, apprenticeships are underutilized. I am working with Republican Senator Susan Collins to change that. Our bipartisan bill, the American Apprenticeship Act, would provide funding to states to create or expand tuition assistance for participants in pre-apprenticeship and Registered Apprenticeship programs. The legislation would also authorize the Department of Labor to award competitive grants to states that have developed successful strategies to promote these programs. That’s good news for our state, where Minnesotans are already leading the way in bringing the benefits of apprenticeships to their communities and are poised to do even more. Investments in apprenticeships are investments in our future. By 2018, it’s estimated that 70 percent of all jobs will require postsecondary training. Just 40 percent of Minnesota’s workforce currently meets that standard. And with more and more Baby Boomers getting ready for retirement, the gap between trained workers and highskill jobs will only grow. By committing to strengthening our workforce, we’re committing to keeping Minnesota’s economy strong for years to come.

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Low bid for new creamery was $8,029 in 1917 10 Years Ago, 2007 The Pine City fifth grade concert puts a little spring in everyone’s step. Don’t underestimate the power and volume of a good cymbal crash. Kaitlyn Hippen, a sixth grade percussionist, performs a s w a s h - bu c kling rendition of “Pirates of the Caribbean.” Years A rumor that Ago has persisted for months in Donna Pine City is being dispelled Heath by the owners of Evergreen Square Mall. Menard’s is not buying the property which houses Pamida, several other local businesses and the former Jubilee Foods location. Local Fire Departments have been busy responding to house and grass fires in the area. The Pokegama Lake Association has once again sponsored the Fresh Water Fair held at the VFW hall and fairgrounds for fifth graders in Pine County. In observance of National Teacher Day Wal-Mart in Pine City named fifth grade teacher Sheila Hughes as Teacher of the Year. In a surprise presentation, she was given a $1,000 grant for Pine City Elementary School, a $100 gift card to buy her classroom supplies, a Teacher of the Year polo shirt and a personalized certificate. Softball and baseball Athletes of the Week are Sarah Vandeberg and Clayton Fisher. Student Achievers of the Week are third grader Elizabeth Aleshire, daughter of Andy and Jeanette Aleshire, and ninth grader Andrew Olson, son of Steven and Marsha Olson. Both are hard working students and dedicated to the task at hand. Franklin Foster, a Pine City ninth grader, captured first place in a state competition which judges service projects and their impact on the community. Foster and three other members of Pine City’s Family Career and Community Leaders of America group, (ECCLA),

Kayla Smetana, Niki Koukol and Natalie Loher, participated in the Students Taking Action for Recognition event. All received medals for their work.

25 Years Ago, 1992 The new Super Valu enjoyed the company of an international guest for their grand opening. Harold Taylor, manager of the store, welcomed Aleksander Overchuk from Moscow, Russia. He is here to learn how supermarkets operate in the United States so he can assist his country in the transformation to a free market system. “Today there is great pride where despair used to be, great hope where there used to be none.” As thousands descended upon the Grand Casino Hinckley on its opening day, Friday, May 15, the chief executive of the Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe, Marge Anderson, presided over opening ceremonies with those words. Over 500 people waited in line to try their luck at Minnesota’s gaming facility when the doors opened at 9 a.m. Jimmy Runyon placed in the top four at the state wrestling club meet in Rochester May 15. The Dragon track and field team met a tough week and harsh nature as they participated in the Rum River Conference championships. The Chengwatana was cancelled because of potentially inclement weather. Pine City traveled to Sauk Rapids with a young squad and came away with only one all conference performer. Erica Delak took second in the long jump to earn the honor. The Dragons tennis team traveled to Foley last week hoping to bring home as many all-conference plaques as they could carry. It was a tremendous day for the netters; seven players earned all RRC honors. Steve Ybarra, grandson of Howard Hady, Pine City, set state records in track at his Glendale, Arizona high school. Ybarra ran 800 meters in one minute, 52.18 seconds to set a state record. His team captured the boys title. Mary Kay Brautigan, Coldwell Banker, Pine City, has been named to the company’s International President’s Circle, the top two percent producers of Coldwell Banker’s more

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The train that made Pine City Pine City’s ﬁrst depot is seen above pictured in the early 1870s, possibly in 1870 itself, the year that the Lake Superior & Mississippi Railroad, later known as the St. Paul & Duluth, reached Pine City. The railroad’s route through here was responsible for the birth and development of the Pine City community, but caused the death of the Pine County stagecoach line and the Chengwatana settlement east of Cross Lake.

than 40,000 sales associates.

50 Years Ago, 1967 Students from the secretarial class and the general clerical class will be the first regular day school classes graduating from the Pine City Vocational Technical School on Friday, May 26. On Monday evening May 29, ninety seniors will receive their diplomas from the Pine City High School. Co-valedictorians are Dennis Johnson and Donna Doft. Co-salutatorians are Mary Kutzke and Judith Cherrington. Ninety Girl Scouts and 16 adults enjoyed a wiener roast at Stratte Point on Cross Lake. About 260 friends and relatives attended an open house honoring Mr. and Mrs. Wm.

Teich on their 50th wedding anniversary.

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At the annual school election held Tuesday, Dr. George T. Olsen was returned to the board for a three year term and Art W. Smith, a new figure in city school board circles, was elected to a three year term. Mr. and Mrs. Halling of this city are the proud parents of a daughter born May 18 at the Pokegama hospital. Mother and little miss are doing nicely. Mr. and Mrs. Louis Stoffel are receiving congratulations on the birth of a seven pound, eight ounce son born May 18. They have named him David Charles. Marlin McNeal was unanimously supported by the vil-

The county board of control, consisting of Auditor Hamlin, Sheriff Hawley, and Dr. Wiseman, have sent supplies to town and village “registrars” who will officiate in the military registration of all men between the ages of 21 and 30, inclusive, on June 5. The contract for the erection of the new co-operative creamery by farmers in this community on the old Chas Stekl residence corner, east of the track, were opened by the directors of the company at their meeting. InterState Lumber Co. was low bidder at $8,029 complete, without ventilation system which will come at a later date.

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Reports are on the rise of a disease in raccoons that can infect domestic dogs. Taking precautions can minimize chances of the disease spreading to pets. The disease, called canine distemper, can be spread through the air or by direct contact with urine, feces, blood or saliva. Cases have been confirmed in Olmsted and Yellow Medicine counties and sick raccoons also have been reported in Dodge, Winona and Kandiyohi counties, according to the Minnesota departments of natural resources (DNR) and health (MDH). “Canine distemper virus does not affect humans,” said Dr. Joni Scheftel, state public health veterinarian at MDH. “However, distemper in animals can look

like rabies, so it is important to stay away from sick wildlife.” Pet owners should ensure dogs are current on vaccines. Pets should be kept away from sick or dead wildlife. Anyone unsure if their dogs are current on canine distemper vaccine should talk with their veterinarian about the vaccination status of their pets. People should stay away from sick raccoons and dead wildlife should be left alone. If disposal is necessary, the animal can be buried where it is found or picked up with a plastic garbage bag using gloves and placed in the garbage. Some municipalities may have an animal control officer who can assist. The DNR and the MDH do not provide animal removal services. “The canine distemper virus is found throughout the state

and a few cases are reported every year, but there seems to be a rise in reports this year,” said Dr. Michelle Carstensen, wildlife health supervisor for DNR. Other states – including Tennessee, Virginia and Texas – also have reported increased cases of canine distemper virus in raccoons and foxes this year. Canine distemper virus affects the central nervous system of mammals such as raccoons, foxes, wolves and skunks. Infected animals behave abnormally, losing their fear of humans, stumbling, shaking and can appear to be overly friendly. Other symptoms include sneezing, coughing and discharge from the eyes and nose. Visit bit.ly/CanineDistemper for more information about the disease.

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The Minnesota based nonprofit Rural Renewable Energy Alliance (RREAL) and the Northeast Synod of the Women of the ELCA just finished bringing solar electricity to a hospital in rural Liberia. This is the first installation demonstrating a democratizing resilient model of rural electrification for the healthcare sector. “We understood their need for power…We just saw there was sunlight every day, there was all this sunlight…and we needed to do solar power,” said Mary Kay Sloan, a Pine City area resident and one of the project’s founders. “It just makes so much sense.” The project began a few years ago when members of the Northeast Women of the ELCA visited Phebe Hospital and School of Nursing and asked the Medical Director, Dr. Jefferson Sibley, to identify the hospital’s most critical need. To their surprise, his answer was electricity. Phebe Hospital spends about $40,000 each month on electricity delivered by unreliable diesel generators.

“Sometimes we had to end surgery on phone lights or flashlights,” said Dr. Sibley. For a hospital that provides critical healthcare services to over 30,000 people every year, and serving a catchment area of 450,000 Liberians, a reliable energy supply is necessary for quality health care delivery. Following through on their conversations with Dr. Sibley, the Women of the ELCA reached out to RREAL, a nonprofit that champions the use of solar power to fight energy poverty; together they launched “PV for Phebe,” an ambitious endeavor to bring a 100kW solar micro-grid to help provide the hospital with reliable power and decrease its energy spending. Funding was secured from National Geographic’s Great Energy Challenge grant and the donations of ELCA synods, churches and individual donors across the United States. “We were so grateful for the overwhelming support for this project,” said BJ Allen, the Special Projects Manager at RREAL. “We’ve gotten donations from all over the country. This marks the beginning. We plan

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Construction of the solar micro-grid in Phebe, Liberia is now ﬁnished, and the local workers that helped install it celebrated the success of the project. The solar micro-grid is now producing power for the hospital and reducing fuel costs.

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Volunteers offered appreciation at Pine County History Museum A volunteer appreciation event was held on March 15 at the Pine County History Museum in Askov. Pictured are: Darell L. from AA; Robin Fornengo, Donald B. Ehton and Mary and Brian Haskovec from Pine County Reserve; Brent Jahnz from Pine County Jail Programs; David Larson from Chemical Freedom; Lacey and Joe Fischer and Maria Hegge from Jehovah’s Witness; Helen Clarke, Mary Gustafson and Kathlyn Lea from the Pine County Jail quilting group. Pine County Deputy Aaron Borchardt stopped by to speak about his police dog, Chaos, in training.

solar micro-grid was finished recently with the help of local workers that helped install it. It is now producing power for the hospital and reducing

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Pops concert helps students end school year on musical high note Music-loving community members ﬁlled much of the Pine City High School Auditorium for the Spring Pops Concert on Monday, May 8. The band pops concert featured special performances by small groups of students as well as songs delivered by the full Senior High Concert Band.

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Off-season volleyball team wins in Duluth Pine City’s 16’s team, comprised of eighth, ninth and 10th graders, recently won the North Country Area Championship in Duluth. The team has played in 10 tournaments so far, and has been showing much improvement throughout the JO volleyball season. Pictured are (seated on ﬂoor): coach Marki Nelson (daughter of the new head coach Tami Nelson); Front row (l-r): Kelsey Kidder, Makenna Nelson, Keyara Berube, Jolie Wicktor; Back row (l-r); Genoa Gregg, Isabelle Aragonez, Hannah Lorsong and Faith Langmade; (not pictured): Ashley Faur and Ellie Hasz.

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Heading down the backstretch of a busy regular season schedule, the Pine City boys tennis team was extremely busy this past week. The squad played six matches in five days, and then traveled to Foley for the Granite Ridge Conference tournament on Saturday.

PINE CITY 6, ST. CLOUD CATHEDRAL 1 Played at home on May 8, the win improved the Dragons’ record to 5-1 overall. With first singles player Santi Ospino struggling with a knee injury, the lineup card looked very different, but the Dragons responded. Earning a win at second singles was Parker Sell, (6-1, 6-3), at third singles was Tanner Wicktor (6-1, 6-0), and at fourth singles was Nate Webster (6-1, 6-0). It was a clean sweep for the Dragons in doubles play as well, with Jared Kotek and Ospino winning at first doubles (6-2, 6-1), Dusty Bergstrom and Beau Steele winning at second doubles (6-2, 6-2), and Jake Lindblom and Alex Laven winning at third doubles (6-3, 7-5). “I was very impressed with how the boys came back out after the rain and took off where they left off,” said head coach Rick Engelstad after an earlier weather delay. “That can be tough to do, but these guys did a nice job of it.” The following day brought another nice victory for the Dragons.

PINE CITY 6, MORA 1 Pine City once again won at every position except first singles. Sell’s straight sets victory (6-2, 6-1) was his second of the week. Same can be said for Wicktor (6-1, 6-1) and Webster (6-0, 6-0). Dusty Bergstrom teamed with Kotek for a win at first doubles (7-5, 6-1). Second doubles saw Laven and Steele earn a win (6-0, 6-0), and third doubles winners were Peyton Smetana and Logan Johnson (6-2, 6-2). On Wednesday, May 10, the boys traveled to Litchfield for a pair of matches against host Litchfield and New London-Spicer. The Dragons would suffer their first defeat of the week, but would go 1-1 on the day and come away with some positives. A third match was canceled due to rain. LITCHFIELD 5, PINE CITY 2 In a battle of the Dragons, it was Litchfield coming out on top. Pine City’s overall record fell to 6-2 with the loss. Litchfield is ranked #7 in the state. The only wins on the day came at second doubles when Ospino and Steele were winners (6-2, 4-6, 7-3), and at third dou-

bles with Lindblom and Laven also winning (4-6, 6-2, 7-1) PINE CITY 6, NEW LONDON-SPICER 0 The Dragons cruised through this matchup, winning across the board, save one weather related draw. Sell won at second singles (6-0, 6-1), Wicktor won at third singles (6-1, 6-2) and Webster won at third singles (6-2, 6-1). In doubles play, Ospino worked with Jonah Bergstrom (6-2, 6-1) to earn a win. Second doubles was also a winner with Dusty Bergstrom and Steele (6-0, 6-2). The final win of the match went to Smetana and Johnson at third doubles (6-2, 6-1). “The rains held off for us to get our first two in, which were again section opponents,” explained Engelstad. “Our third one vs. Montevideo was rained out. Long ride to Litchfield, but I thought the boys did a very nice job of being ready to play today.” After an ugly 7-0 loss the following day at Becker, the Dragons got back on the winning path on Friday, May 12 against North Branch. PINE CITY 6, NORTH BRANCH 1 The win moved the Dragons to 8-3 overall, 3-2 in the Granite Ridge. Getting a win at first singles was Sell (7-6, 6-4), who stepped in admirably for the injured Ospino. At third singles, Wicktor was a winner once again (6-1, 6-0), and Webster also earned a victory at fourth singles (6-2, 6-2). It was a clean sweep in doubles play as Kotek and

Jonah Bergstrom were easy winners (6-1, 6-3) at first doubles. Laven and Steele also earned a win at second doubles (6-1, 6-7, 6-1), as did Lindblom and Smetana (6-3, 7-5). “The last dual for the week,” said Engelstad after a week of action. “The boys did a very nice job of competing against a very scrappy North Branch squad. The Dragons keep improving. They have done a great job of using our days of competition to work on things without any practices due to match after match after match.” GRANITE RIDGE CONFERENCE TOURNAMENT The action was far from over for the week though, as the following day the team headed to Foley for the Granite Ridge Conference Tournament on Saturday, May 13. “We had a great day for tennis in Foley,” said Engelstad. “The boys finished up the busiest week I have ever been a part of in my coaching career. Six consecutive days of competition, six duals (we went 4-2) and the conference tournament.” Although none were crowned Conference Champions, there were several standout performances on the day. Taking second place at fourth singles was Webster (1-1), and earning second place at first doubles was Kotek and Jonah Bergstrom (21). Laven and Lindblom also earned a second place (2-1). Sell took third at second singles (2-1). Up next for the Dragons is the Section 6A tournament, which is scheduled to begin today, May 18.

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Dragon track squads battle hard at True Team BY JESSE LOGAN SPORTS@PINECITYMN.COM

Competing at the True Team Meet in Grand Rapids on Tuesday, May 9, Pine City’s track and field athletes faced tough opposition. Both the Dragons boys and girls ended up finishing seventh out of 13 teams competing, which were solid places when compared to where the Dragons have finished historically in this difficult meet. “In this meet everyone scores based on their finishing place,” explained Dragons head coach Jared Clementson. “The higher you place, the more points you get, with the last place finisher scoring one point. We faced a lot of heavy competition as most of the competing schools are from the larger Class AA. We had our best team finishes at this meet over the past years.” The boys division was won by Chisago Lakes, with Grand Rapids taking second and Cloquet taking third. Mora and Esko were the only Class A schools that placed ahead of the Dragons. Adam Seals was Pine City’s top male scorer with 88 points, followed by Aaron Pulkrabek with 71, Brandon Haskovec with 57, Eli Grubbs with 47 and Austin Eckert with 41. Seals was the team’s lone individual event winner as he won the high jump with a height of 6’ 0”. Seals also placed second in the long jump (20’ 10”) and sixth in the triple jump (39’ 5.5”). Pulkrabek placed fifth in the long jump (19’ 9”), ninth in the triple jump (38’ 7.5”), and 12th in the 100m dash (12.01). Haskovec finished fifth in the high jump (5’ 6”) and 14th in the 200m dash (24.72). Grubbs came in fifth in the 1600m with a time of 4:42.21. Tommy Ryan placed sixth in the 3200m (10:32.26), and Adam Archambault took seventh in the pole vault (11’ 0”). The boys teams also earned a pair of third place finishes as both ran strong races. In the 4x800m relay (8:33.12), Austin Eckert, Ryan, Remington Steele and Grubbs took third as they ran the sec-

ond-fastest race in school history. Pine City’s 4x100m relay (46.42) consisting of Pulkrabek, Seals, Tryston West and Haskovec also ran well, taking third. In girls action, North Branch won the meet with Cloquet taking second and Chisago Lakes taking third. Again, Mora was the only Class A school that placed ahead of the Dragons. Elsie Lundquist was Pine City’s top scorer with 94 points, followed by Natalie Cahill with 55, Alexis Pankonin with 53, Alaina Steele with 46, while Grace Grubbs and Kaylee Prihoda finished with 42 points apiece and Lydia Adams ended up with 40. Pine City had no event winners on the girls side but Lundquist did place second in both the 100m hurdles (16.72) and triple jump (33’ 10”). Lundquist also placed fourth in the long jump (15’ 10”) and sixth in the high jump (4’ 10”). Pankonin placed eighth in the discus (89’ 5”) and ninth in the shot put (29’ 0.25”). Steele placed ninth in the 800m (2:36.25). Kelsey Erickson placed 10th in the triple jump (30’ 7.5”) and Prihoda came in 11th in the 200m dash (29.39). The Dragons also had great success in the relays on the girls side with four teams placing in the top seven. Pine City’s girls 4x800m relay (10:21.72), consisting of Grace Langmade, Grace Grubbs, Adams and Steele was the highest place finisher, earning second. Taking third was the 4x200m relay (1:54.75) team of Erickson, Prihoda, Ellaina Johnson and Pankonin. The Dragons also earned a fifth in the 4x100m relay (55.14) as Erickson teamed up with Aaleaha Thieman, Johnson and Kensi Tayerle. Earning a seventh place finish in the 4x400m relay (4:25.99) was Aaleaha Thieman, Grubbs, Adams and Steele. “I am very proud of how our team competed at this meet,” said coach Clementson. “They gave it their best and many good things happened throughout the meet.” Up next for the Dragons will be the sub-section meet on Tuesday, May 23 in Milaca.

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Softball bats heat up against East Central BY JESSE LOGAN SPORTS@PINECITYMN.COM

Although it has been a tough spring for the softball team in Pine City, the Dragons did finish the past week on a high note. Pine City won for just the second time this season, and now sits at 2-13 overall. The week would begin with a pair of losses for the Dragons, which extended their losing streak to 10 games despite nice offensive numbers in several outings. DULUTH MARSHALL 15, PINE CITY 12 The Dragons fell behind early in this contest but never gave up. Down

11-4 heading into the sixth inning, the Dragons would tally eight runs in the final two innings. Pine City made it interesting, but was unable to find key outs when they needed them most. “Being down going into the sixth inning,” said head coach Jena Dennis, “the girls dug deep just to score some runs to make it a good game. We scored six in the bottom of the seventh but couldn’t quite find enough in the tank to come out with the win.” Piling up 11 hits in the contest, the Dragons had several players with multiple hits including Han-

nah Lorsung, Keyara Berube and Jolie Wicktor. Makenna Nelson was also a big contributor with three of Pine City’s eight stolen bases. The game was played at home on Monday, May 8. RUSH CITY 17, PINE CITY 7 Strong offense wasn’t enough the following day either, as the Dragons struggled to slow the Tigers’ talented lineup. Pine City did jump out to a 3-1 lead in a promising first inning, but the second and third innings weren’t so kind. Rush City took the lead for good with four runs in SEE SOFTBALL, PAGE 13

Dragon baseball beats Rush City, falls to Gobblers BY JESSE LOGAN SPORTS@PINECITYMN.COM

Going 1-2 over the past week, Pine City’s baseball team has a .500 record at 5-5. Just passing the season’s midway point, the Dragons have played well under first-year head coach Monty Petersen. PINE CITY 12, RUSH CITY 4 Starting the week with a big win over a rival, the Dragons got a road victory on Tuesday, May 9. Pine City scored five runs in a bit of a wild first inning and took control of the game early. With two more runs in the second, the Dragons held a nice lead throughout, before slamming the door shut with four runs in the seventh. Austin Hansmann earned the win for

the Dragons as he tossed three innings, giving up zero runs and zero hits, with five strike outs. Offensively, Pine City collected five hits, led by Jake Lunceford and Isaiah Gonyea with multi-hit games. Aggressive base running was also a key as the Dragons squad racked up the stolen bases, led by Jake Rademacher with three. Perhaps most importantly, the Dragons didn’t commit a single error in the game. Unfortunately, the rest of the week didn’t go as well. AITKIN 16, PINE CITY 2 Played at home on Wednesday, May 10, the Gobblers took care of business. Aitkin has a tradition of excellence in SEE BASEBALL, PAGE 13

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Old Highway 61 Coalition launches new website BY MIKE GAINOR EDITOR@PINECITYMN.COM

A regional coalition has just launched a new website promoting tourism, hospitality, attractions and the arts along the route of old U.S. Highway 61 through Chisago, Pine and Carlton counties in East Central Minnesota. The Old Highway 61 Coalition, as the group is called, has spent the last year raising funds and working with a professional web design firm to build the promotional site, which can be found at www.oldhwy61. com/. The website features listings for arts and entertainment events and venues, restaurants and other food establishments, lodging, parks and retailers in the communities in the partner counties. It will also connect travelers to other places of interest, such as the Agate Center in Moose Lake or the Pumpkin Patch in Wyoming. The purpose of the coalition and the website, according to Coalition Chair Nancy Hoffman of Chisago County, is to pull travelers off the Interstate to visit the many attractions available along the route of Old Highway 61. “We feel that our communities and counties have a great deal to offer the traveling public,” Hoffman says. “We designed the website as a way to make them more

aware of what we have.” The new website also contains a calendar of events taking place along the corridor, along with a blog to keep travelers or potential visitors aware of what may be coming up and, the Coalition hopes, draw them out of the Twin Cities and onto Highway 61. The site also uses a mapping function to guide the traveler to a place of interest. Hoffman notes that, while the Coalition tried to make the listings as comprehensive as they could, they may have inadvertently overlooked some businesses or attractions. “We would welcome any additions, most particularly those in the tourism or hospitality business,” she adds. Businesses, particularly those that are in the tourism or hospitality trade, who want to be added to the lists should contact Julia Gervais at the Old Hwy 61 Coalition, PO Box 577, North Branch, MN 55056; 651-674-4077; info@OldHwy61.com; OldHwy61.com While the Coalition and its website are new to the region, the concept is not altogether novel. Hoffman points to the success of the Route 66 national and state coalitions that promote the same sorts of things along that old U.S. Highway. “Route 66 communities draw a huge number of tourists each year because of their collaborative promotions,” she explains. The Minnesota Old Highway 61

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baseball, and they put a lot of runs up in this game. The final score may be a bit deceiving though, as the Dragons led 2-0 after two innings, and the Gobblers only amassed six hits. Pine City’s eight errors in the field were obviously costly. The Gobblers put up two runs in the third, five in the fourth, a run in the fifth, three in the sixth and five more in the seventh. Pine City managed just three hits, with Lunceford earning two of them.

EAST CENTRAL 8, PINE CITY 5 The Dragons would jump out to a 2-0 lead in the top of the first, but the Eagles answered with three runs in the bottom of the inning and would never trail again. Pine City’s five hits went to two players as both Rademacher and Brendan Westbrook each finished with two. Luke Fabini also had a hit and an RBI for the Dragons. Lunceford had an RBI. The Dragons finished with nine stolen bases. Pine City has upcoming games with Ogilvie, Onamia, Hinckley-Finlayson and Two Harbors in what should be a busy week of baseball. Questionable weather in the forecast could become a factor. Pine City will need to play very well down the stretch to finish the season with a winning record. Four of the Dragons’ final six games are against opponents that are currently above .500.

the second inning. “The girls brought a great offensive game to Rush City but we couldn’t quite cap the Rush City high-powered offense,” said Dennis. “Both teams put up a bunch of runs.” A two-RBI double by Grace Gerold got the Dragons on the board in the first. The Dragons also scored four runs in the fifth inning, powered by a single from Gerold, a double by Berube and a single by Genoa Gregg. Berube and Gerold each finished with three RBIs. Thankfully, the losing streak would end in the Dragons’ next outing when Pine City earned a season sweep over the Eagles of East Central.

PINE CITY 26, EAST CENTRAL 5 (4 INNINGS) Played on the road on Thursday, May 11, Pine City’s bats were working from the outset. “We came to hit hard on Thursday, putting up big numbers across the plate,” said coach Dennis. “We had great hitting, and did a great job running the bases to push East Central to throw the ball around.” Tied 4-4 after the first inning, the Dragons would take the lead in the top of the second and never relinquish it. An Eagles error scored the first two runs, but Pine City was putting a lot of pressure on East Central’s defense with solid hitting and aggressive base running. Notching 14 runs in the

fourth inning, the Dragons put the game out of reach. The afternoon belonged to senior Katherine Rike, who finished with a whopping eight RBIs in the contest. Rike drove in runs on an inside-the-park home run in the first, and a double in the third. The Dragons racked up 11 hits in the game with Kaitlyn Ballou also finishing with multiple hits. The end of the season is near for the Dragons, who have four regular season games left on the schedule before the start of the Section 7AA playoffs. Matchups with Ogilvie, St. Croix Lutheran, Hinckley-Finlayson and Two Harbors are all on the docket for the next week.

coalition presently only includes communities and organizations along the 110 miles through the member counties from south of Wyoming to north of Cloquet.

Ask a Trooper BY SGT. NEIL DICKENSON MINNESOTA STATE PATROL

Isn’t it a state law that trucks that haul loose Q: loads such as gravel and granite pieces must have their loads covered? Yes, no vehicle shall be moved on a roadway, A: unless the load is securely covered to prevent any leaking, blowing, shifting or dropping. The Minnesota State Statue that covers this is 169.81 Subd. 5. If you encounter a vehicle that has an unsecured load, attempt to get a license plate number, description of the vehicle, and call law enforcement. When traveling behind a vehicle with an unsecure load, give yourself plenty of room to avoid any obstacles that may fall. If possible, go around or pass the vehicle when it is safe to do so.

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vehicle, a red 2005 Ford F150 extended cab pickup, was found in Sandstone’s Robinson Park on March 10, 2015. According to a report on Fox 9 News, Kleppen had lost his job, and had

left a note for his family about finding happiness before disappearing. On May 9, on the “Handin-hand search for Scott Kleppen” Facebook page, Kleppen’s loved ones reported that they had found the missing young man and were “bringing

him home.” “We would like to thank everyone for the overwhelming support each and every one of you has given,” the post read. “With a special thanks to United Legacy organization for being with us from the beginning and

holding us up when we were unable to stand on our own and who kept us moving forward when we did not know what direction to go. And with that we will continue to move forward using love as our compass.”

POWERS: County, Mille Lacs Band approve joint powers FROM PAGE 1

provide the best policing and increased Band responsibility. “Chi miigwech, thank you,” Benjamin said. She said she’d been talking to her constituents and they want to provide more law enforcement and a community watch program. Benjamin said she was “proud and honored” to be a part of the joint powers agreement. “We work well together and the sheriff is very welcoming,” Rice said. Frederickson also expressed that it was an honor to be a part of the law enforcement group. “I appreciate the collaboration and work. Todd is great to work with,” he said. Three tribal police officers also attended the signing. They were Sergeant Naumann who has 10 years with the MLBO Police, Officer Julian Walker who is in his second year and James West who has had a 17-year career with MLBO police. Their patrol area includes the Band’s housing development east of County Road 15 and the Lake Lena area off Grace Lake Road. They all agreed that they work very well with Pine County Sheriff’s Department. Pine County Sheriff Jeff Nelson provided background information at the board meeting which outlined the basics of the updated agreement delineating jurisdiction and authority. As far as criminal jurisdiction, the agreement states that the state and county have criminal jurisdiction over Band members in “Indian country” for purposes of arrest, prosecution and court processes for all crimes as defined by Minnesota law. It also says the Band reserves the authority to charge, prosecute and adjudicate violations of its Band code in tribal court provided the offense occurs in Indian country and is not a crime that would be exclusively prosecuted by the county. A trial in tribal court doesn’t prevent filing of charges by the county attorney. The joint powers will each insure their own deputies and provide mutual aid. Tribal police will patrol the

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MLBO Chief Executive Melanie Benjamin and Pine County Board Chairman Matt Ludwig signed an updated joint powers agreement to provide law enforcement mutual aid in the county.

Band reservation, trust land, noncommercial Band member occupied residential properties, properties providing tribal government services and properties of cultural significance. The agreement is an updated version of the March 1, 2004 document and may be amended by mutual consent of both parties. It will remain in force until it is revoked by either party following a 30-day notice.

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all of those babies have come from the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at Hennepin County Medical Center. “One time I was there to pick up a baby and there were five others leaving for foster care,” she said. Harp mingled with families interested in beginning the foster care and adoption process. One young family spoke with Stiller. Stiller said that the hardest part about adopting through the foster care system is not knowing for sure if the child will be adoptable. “Once a child is removed from their biological family the county has a year to place them back in a home,” Stiller said. Stiller shared that this time can be extended if the biological family applies for an extension. “I wish I could tell people that in so many months it would be complete [the adoption],” she said, but pointed out that this is not the case. Deciding to become a foster parent and/ or pursue adoption is only the first step. Then would-be foster parents apply to adopt, complete an adoption home study, get approved to adopt, are matched with a child, receive adoptive placement and the final step is legalizing an adoption. And, as Stiller said, the path to adop-

‘Lots of times when they split sibling groups they do the youngest and the oldest. But there is a bond between the oldest and the youngest. It is so damaging to split that bond.’ Loretta Weiss Pinehaven Youth and Family Services tion is not always easy. Weiss was passionate as she spoke about fostering. She feels positive about the work they are doing to enhance families’ lives across the state. She said that many of Pinehaven’s families are young and are used to having a lot of children around. Pinehaven tries to place an emphasis on keeping sibling groups together. Weiss shared one story of seven siblings. The oldest was 13 and the youngest a baby. They, Pinehaven, had been successful in keeping them together. “Lots of times when they split sibling groups they do the youngest and the oldest,” she said. “But there is a bond between the oldest and the youngest. It is so damaging to split that bond.”

Deer being born, do not disturb DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES

Deer fawns are being born now and the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources asks that people avoid disturbing or picking them up. “Most fawns are born in late May and mid-June. Leaving them alone gives them the best chance for sur-

vival, even if they appear abandoned or fragile,” said Adam Murkowski, DNR big game program leader. Fawns do not attempt to evade predators during their first few weeks of life. Instead, fawns remain still to avoid being seen, their white spots serving as cam-

ouflage. During these times fawns are learning critical survival skills from their mothers. “We understand people often have good intentions, but we want people to know that fawns survive best without intervention,” Murkowski said.

Wondering what to do this weekend? Find out what’s happening in the Out & About calendar on Page 3 of your Pine City Pioneer!

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Don Ludwig Don Ludwig p passed away M Monday, May 8 2017, at his 8, h home in Bero oun at the age o 55. He was of s u r r ou n d e d b family and by f friends after a long battle w with pancrea cancer. atic Don was b born Nov. 2, 1 1961, to Gary a and Dianne L Ludwig (Robillard). He was a life-long resident of the Pine City area and enjoyed spending time with friends and family. Shortly after graduating high school in 1980, he joined the Marines and entered training in San Diego, California. This is where he met his first wife (Angie Kalstabakken), and was married for the next 22 years. He spent most of his adult life in the machining business. In his spare time, he had many hobbies including working on cars, riding his motorcycle, being with his grandkids and fiance, Vicki Sailor. Don is survived by his children: Desiree (Vance) Wendell of North Branch, and son, Jeff (Jessica) Carlson of Shelburn, Indiana; his sisters, Cindy Ludwig of Pine City, Deb Ludwig of Minneapolis; and grandchildren: Ethan, Adison, Isabella, Hyli, Gavin and Peyton. He is preceded in death by his parents, Gary Ludwig and Dianne Robillard. A Celebration of Don’s life was held at Our Redeemer Lutheran Church on Wednesday, May 17, with visitation at 1:30 p.m. and service at 3 p.m.

where he went to school, married and raised a family, first in the Twin Cities and then moving to the Pine City area in the 1970s. He spent most of his career as a truck driver, but his real work love was fixing older, European cars which he did on weekends and into his retirement. In addition to fixing cars, he loved to eat, read, visit the north shore, watch John Wayne movies and recently, watch the birds who would visit the feeders at his farm. He is survived by his son, William Jr.; daughters Susan, Julia, Cheryl (Michael), Cinda (Steve) , Linda (Steve), Patricia (Michael), Martha (Mel) and Jessica; many grandchildren and great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews and friends. He is preceded in death by his sweet wife, Muriel, his sons John and Michael and his brother, Edward. Funeral services for Bill were held Tuesday, May 16, 2017, at the Swanson Funeral Chapel in Pine City. Interment was in Union Cemetery in Hustletown. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to: Funeral and Cremation Service of Pine City, Swanson Chapel. www.FuneralAndCremationService.com

William M. Foster Sr. William M. Foster Sr. (Bill) of Pine City died Friday, May 12 in Minneapolis. He recently celebrated his 86th birthday with his favorites, BBQ ribs and orange cake. Bill was born April 23, 1931, in Minneapolis to his mother Frances. He didn’t have a traditional childhood of stability and peace, but of course when he talked to his children he made his youth seem like an adventure. Traveling with a carnival, fond memories of his time spent with “Uncle” Don and “Aunt” Gert in Brooten, Minnesota, trying his first cigarette at age 7 and enlisting in the military at the age of 15 – he didn’t share the pain, but the humor, the experience and the lessons learned. His service in the military fixing airplanes in the 1940s and ‘50s brought him all over the United States, but Minnesota was always his home. Minnesota is

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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.

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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

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

Hope Lutheran Church Grasston Dean Oelfke, Pastor 320-396-3925 hopelutherangrasston.org Sunday: 11:00 a.m. Worship Service; Holy Communion first and third Sundays and festival days.

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.

Our Redeemer Lutheran Church 825 Golf Ave SW, Pine City 320-629-2985 Pastor Fred Hanson Sunday Services: 8 & 9:30 a.m. Thursday Service: 5:30 p.m. Coffee and fellowship between Sunday services Sunday School preK-6th grade at 9:30 a.m. Sunday

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

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

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

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Pine City Math Masters battle best in region A group of ﬁfth grade students from Pine City Elementary School participated in the regional Math Masters of Minnesota Challenge in Prior Lake. Lexa Valvoda, Sydney Wilberg, Brody Karas, Deacon Foss and Ava Rydberg competed individually and as a team on eight sets of mathematical problems against 87 other students from schools such as Hastings, Minneapolis and Apple Valley. Deacon Foss placed second for his performance on the fact-drill round and Brody Karas placed fourth in the individual round. Overall, the team achieved sixth place out of the 17 teams competing.

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PINE COUNTY SHERIFF’S BLOTTER May 8 - 14 Theft, burglary, vandalism

May 8, 12:18 p.m., report of theft, Main St., Pine City south. May 8, 4:05 p.m., report of theft, Hickory Ln., Rock Creek west. May 9, 4:02 p.m., report of fraud, 8th St., Pine City south. May 10, 3:52 p.m., report of hold-up alarm, Hillside Ave., Pine City south. May 11, 8:12 a.m., report of burglary, Brunswick Rd., Royalton Twp. May 13, 9:09 a.m., report of vehicle theft/ attempt, Henriette Rd., Pokegama Twp. east. May 14, 10:12 a.m., report of theft, 2nd St., Pine City north. May 14, 2:19 p.m., report of theft, Birchwood Trl., Pine City Twp. east. May 14, 4:44 p.m., report of driveoffs, Beroun Crossing Rd., Pokegama Twp. east. May 14, 8:51 p.m., report of theft, Johnson Ave., Pine City south.

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May 8, 4:04 p.m., report of harassment, 4th Ave., Pine City south. May 8, 4:58 p.m., report of unwanted person, 8th St., Pine City north. May 8, 6:52 p.m., report of assault, Main St., Pine City south. May 9, 9:32 p.m., report of sounds of shots, Cherry Rd./Ravine Rd., Pine City Twp. east. May 9, 10:15 p.m., report of loud party, 11th St., Pine City south. May 10, 11:08 p.m., report of loud party, 11th St., Pine City south. May 11, 1:43 p.m., report of suspicious activity, Copper Canyon Rd., Pine City Twp. west. May 12, 3:59 p.m., report of animal disturbance, Edgewater Rd., Pokegama Twp. east. May 13, 11:16 p.m., report of customer trouble, Meadow Creek Ln., Pokegama Twp. east. May 14, 12:52 a.m., report of drunk, 1st Ave., Pine City south. May 14, 1:00 p.m., report of disturbance, Hickory Ln., Rock Creek west.

Fires and accidents May 8, 5:37 p.m., report of miscellaneous fire, Cross Lake Rd./Pearl St., Pine City south. May 9, 5:48 a.m., report of structure fire, Beroun Crossing Rd., Chengwatana Twp. east. May 10, 5:16 p.m., report of miscellaneous fire, Hillside Ave., Pine City south. May 12, 5:07 p.m., report of structure fire, Linden Tree Rd., Pokegama Twp. west.

Jail roster May 8, Troy David Chouanard, under sentence, drugs- 5th degree- possess schedule 1...; hold for other agency,

thefttake/use/transfer movable pro... May 8, Gordon Lee Davis, warrant, probable cause, fugitive from justice from other st...; hold for other agency, govtfailure to appear- court- Fe... May 8, Michael Scott Montbriand, probation/parole violation, under sentence, domestic assault- GM- subsequent viol...; hold for other agency, probation violation-Fe... May 8, Logan Lee Zimmermann, hold for other agency, remand-hold, drugs- 3rd degree- possess- 3 gr... May 8, Dana Craig Harms, awaiting trial/ court, hold for other agency, traffic- driving after suspension; probable cause, remand-RPR, govt- violation of harass/ restr order-M... Released May 11. May 8, Justine Donna Jenkins, awaiting trial/court, probable cause, traffic- driving after revocation. Released May 10. May 8, Jesse Mark Alan Wheeler, Pine County warrant, remand-bail, drugs- 5th degree- possess sche... Released May 10. May 8, Michael Joseph Barilla, book and release, summons, harassmentstalking- intent to inj... Released May 8. May 8, Alexander Thomas Petroselli, book and release, summons, assaultdomestic assault- misd. Released May 8. May 9, Ronald Allan Johnson, book and release, probable cause, traffic- driver’s license- driving after cancellation- inimical to public safety. Released May 9. May 9, Kelly Cavan Wall, awaiting trial/ court, probable cause, govt- evading MV tax- GM... Released May 9. May 9, Tanya Marie Lanerd, hold for other agency, thefttake/use/transfer movable... Released May 10. May 10, Matthew Lloyd Boykin, warrant, under sentence, violate no contact order- possess...; remand-bail, trespassing- business, domestic abuse- violate order for, violates 2 or more... May 10, Joseph Michael Dunkley, warrant, remand-RPR, stolen property- receive- other property- $250... thefttake/use/ transfer movable pro...; under sentence, terroristic threats- reckless disreg... May 10, Ryan Kogler Brosious, Pine County warrant, remand-bail, trafficDUI- 1st degree- alcohol conc over... Released May 12. May 10, Mitchell Oscar Neff, awaiting trial/court, remand-RPR, probable cause, domestic assault- by strangulati... assaultdomestic assault- misd... Released May 12. May 10, Cassandra Lynn St. Germaine, Pine County warrant, remand-bail, theft- $500 or less- M... Released May 12. May 10, Joy Diane Depover, awaiting trial/court, probable cause, traffic- DUI2nd degree driving... Released May 11. May 10, Michael Jay Tate, Pine County warrant, forgery- offer or pass counterfeit...; traffic- driving after revocation; govt- evading MV tax- GM. Released May 11.

May 11, Michael Roy Gosselin Jr., warrant, under sentence, flee an officer- death/ bodily injury... May 11, Stephanie Anne Monitor, awaiting trial/court, hold for other agency, drugs- 3rd degreeposs... May 11, Anthony Charles Resemius, awaiting trial/court, remand-bail, hold for other agency, drugs- 1st degreeposs... May 11, Marlin Vernon Sam, warrant, remand-hold, drugs- 5th degreeposs... May 11, Austin Lee Kampa, awaiting trial/ court, probable cause, family offensecontribute to deli... Released May 12. May 12, Shaun James Belisle, Pine County warrant, drugs- 5th degree- possess schedu... May 12, Lamar Allen Ferguson, awaiting trial/court, probable cause, felon convicted crime of violence.... fleeing police officer. May 12, Matthew Dylan Gorman, awaiting trial/court, probable cause, weaponpossess switchblade/metal kn...; drugs5th degreeposs/procure/control su...; remand-RPR, drugs- 5th degree-poss.... weaponpossess- switchblade/metal knuck... traffic- open bottle- possess... May 12, Lavell Edward Lovelady, awaiting trial/court, hold for other agency, disorderly conduct- brawling or figh...; probable cause, felon convicted crime of violence... May 12, Jamie Ann Raduenz, awaiting trial/court, probable cause, assaultdomestic assault- misd. May 12, Tyler William Rupe, awaiting trial/court, probable cause, assault- 5th degree- commits- attempts or thre... May 12, Adam Scott Spar, hold for other agency, traffic- allow operation uninsured vehi... driver’s license- driving after cancellation- inimical to public safety. May 12, Cayman Bradley Audie, Pine County warrant, theft- $500 or less- M... Released May 12. May 12, Kellye Joy Lofquist, awaiting trial/court, probable cause, traffic- DUI3rd degree driving... Released May 12. May 13, Kristine Colleen Barker, awaiting trial/court, probable cause, drugs5th degreeposs/procure/control su...; drugs- poss/sale hypo syringe/needle... May 13, Mark Stephen Larson, awaiting trial/court, probable cause, burglary- 1st degree- occ res- susp armed- assau...; thefttake/use transfer property- no con... take/drive motor vehicle- no... May 13, Dwaine Allan Rieck, awaiting trial/court, probable cause, assaultdomestic assault- misd. May 13, Michael Joseph Urman, hold for other agency, probation violation-Fe... Released May 13. May 14, Alexis Nicholle Hill, awaiting trial/court, probable cause, drugs- 5th degree- possess schedu...

There have been 873 admissions to the Pine County Jail in 2017.

Charles Lyn Goss III was born on April 10, 2017, at FirstLight Health System. He weighed ﬁve pounds, eight ounces and was 19-1/2 inches long. His parents are Charles Lyn Goss Jr. and Ashley Mohs of Pine City. Charles is welcomed by grandparents Rachelle Mora and Mike Mora, both of Hinckley.

Bretzman Hunter Wyatt Bretzman was born on April 10, 2017, at FirstLight Health System. He weighed eight pounds, 15 ounces and was 21.2 inches long. His parents are Dustin Bretzman and Candace Berglund of Hillman. Hunter is welcomed home by siblings Robbie, 9, Alexia, 7, and Thomas, 5. His grandparents are Robert Berglund of Oakdale, Valerie Berglund of Mora, Tim and Lynn Bretzman of Onamia, Sand and Skip Strentz of Long Prairie.

Swalboski Ava Laura Swalboski was born on April 13, 2017, at FirstLight Health System. She weighed six pounds, 10 ounces and was 19 inches long. Her parents are Wayne Swalboski and Laura Stoothoff of Mora. Ava is welcomed home by siblings Ben, Camren and Chloe. Her grandparents are Jean and Paul Bailey of Mora, Hazel and Wes Mohn of Mora.

Bankers Matix Mathew Bankers was born on April 14, 2017, at FirstLight Health System. He weighed seven pounds, nine ounces and was 20 inches long. His parents are Brian Bankers and Jamie Spike of Mora. Matix is welcomed home by siblings Josh, 12, Troy, 10, Bridget, 8, Ryker, 5, and Kaydra, 2. His grandparents are Glenn and Jana Schindele of Kimball, Dale and Diane Bankers of Mora.

Clark Micah Allen Clark was born on April 15, 2017, at FirstLight Health System. He weighed six pounds, ﬁve ounces and was 19-1/2 inches long. His parents are Dominique Fisher and Demetrius Clark of Pine City. Micah is welcomed by grandparents Troy and Jennifer Fisher of Pine City, Rebecca Jacobson and Marvin Clark of Rush City.

Okun Gwen Elliot Okun was born on April 17, 2017, at FirstLight Health System. She weighed six pounds, seven ounces and was 17-3/4 inches long. Her parents are Nicholas and Danielle Okun of Finlayson. Gwen is welcomed home by siblings Tate, 3, and Greta, 2. Her grandparents are Joel and Sandra Hippen of Brook Park, Alex and Lois Okun of Finlayson.

Herges Liam Matthew Herges was born on April 23, 2017, at FirstLight Health System. He weighed seven pounds, 13 ounces and was 21 inches long. His parents are Jordan and Erika Herges of Mora. Liam is welcomed by grandparents Peter and Stacy Ripka, Randy and Betty Herges, all of Ogilvie.

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SUMMARY OF MINUTES OF THE PINE COUNTY BOARD MEETING Regular Meeting – Tuesday, April 18, 2017 - 10:00 a.m. Board Room, Pine County Courthouse, Pine City, Minnesota Chair Ludwig called the meeting to order at 10:00 a.m. Present were Commissioners Steve Hallan, Josh Mohr and John Mikrot, Jr. Also present were County Attorney Reese Frederickson and County Administrator David Minke. Commissioner Steve Chaffee was absent (excused). The Pledge of Allegiance was said. Chair Ludwig called for public comment. Ailene Croup inquired if commissioner per diems are paid if a commissioner is unable to attend a scheduled meeting; Chair Ludwig responded they are not. Commissioner Mohr moved to approve the Agenda. Second by Chair Hallan. Motion carried 4-0. Commissioner Hallan moved to approve the Minutes of the April 4, 2017 county board meeting and Summary for publication. Second by Commissioner Mikrot. Motion carried 4-0. Minutes of Boards, Committees and Correspondence East Central Regional Library Board Minutes – March 13, 2017 City of Pine City correspondence dated April 6, 2017 Essentia Health correspondence dated April 7, 2017 Commissioner Mohr moved to acknowledge the Minutes of Boards, Reports and Correspondence. Second by Commissioner Hallan. Motion carried 4-0. Commissioner Hallan moved to approve the Consent Agenda. Second by Commissioner Mikrot. Motion carried 4-0. Fund March 31, 2016 March 31, 2017 Increase(Decrease) General Fund 2,221,213 1,705,171 (516,042) Health and Human Services Fund (171,041) (58,426) 112,616 Road and Bridge Fund 2,682,454 1,148,724 (1,533,731) Land Management Fund 1,194,367 2,104,743 910,376 TOTAL (inc nonmajor funds) 7,578,588 6,100,435 (1,478,152) Approve Application for Exempt Permit for: Reach for Resources to conduct Minnesota lawful gambling on October 4, 2017 at Wings North, 19379 Homestead Road, Pine City, Minnesota; and MN Sokol Camp Association to conduct Minnesota lawful gambling on August 13, 2017 at Sokol Camp, 19201 Woodland Acres, Pine City, Minnesota. Approve Application for Abatement for the City of Hinckley, PO Box 366, Hinckley, Minnesota. Approve Finlayson-Giese Sportsmen Club Annual Temporary 3.2 licenses, May 20-21, 2017 and September 3, 2017. Approve Resolution 2017-15 for the repurchase of tax forfeited land on a 10-year contract with Sharon Sjolund. Approve Resolution 2017-16 for the reinstatement of the repurchase contract with Bashir Moghul. Approve Resolution 2017-13 supporting an increase in the minimum medical assistance reimbursement for all public health nurse family home visits. Approve the Minnesota Department of Human Services Contract to Participate in the Local Collaborative Time Study, effective July 1, 2017 – June 30, 2022. Approve submittal of correspondence to Scott’s Helicopter Service, Le Sueur, Minnesota, providing written documentation of the board’s awareness and support for aerial application for the management of the gypsy moth. Approve the promotion of the following Correction Officers from part-time to full-time status with no change in wage: Adam Zielinski, grade 6, effective March 26, 2017; Ashley Luedtke, grade 6, effective March 27, 2017; and Scott Arhart, grade 6, effective March 28, 2017. Approve hiring of part-time Court Security Officer Timothy Gorr, grade 6, $14.80 per hour, effective April 18, 2017. Approve the hiring of part-time Public Health Case Aide Karen Jansen, grade 5, (B22, step 2) $16.04 per hour, effective April 25, 2017. Approve Children’s Mental Health Social Worker Nancy Johnson to attend the 2017 Children’s Mental Health Conference. Total cost $568. Approve Fraud Prevention Investigator Osten Berg to attend the 30th Annual Fraud Investigator’s Conference. Total cost: $595. Public Hearing – Issuance of General Obligation Capital Improvement

Plan Bonds and the Proposal to Adopt a Capital Improvement Plan Ehler’s Senior Financial Advisor Todd Hagen stated the purpose of the public hearing is to consider preliminary approval for the issuance of the county’s general obligations capital improvement plan bonds (Bonds) in an amount not to exceed $4,250,000 and adopt a Five-Year Capital Improvement Plan (CIP Plan). The bonds are subject to a reverse referendum period which ends 30 days after the public hearing (May 18, 2017). In approving the Plan, the county board considered each project and considered the overall plan for: (1) The condition of the county’s existing infrastructure, including the projected need for repair and replacement; (2) The likely demand for the improvement; (3) The estimated cost of the improvement; (4) The available public resources; (5) The level of overlapping debt in the county; (6) The relative benefits and costs of alternatives uses of the funds; (7) Operating costs of the proposed improvements; and (8) Alternatives for providing services more efficiently through shared facilities with other local government units. County Engineer Mark LeBrun provided an overview of the proposed CIP projects: a new county HHS/Veterans’ Service facility in Sandstone; the remodeling of existing space used for HHS in the Pine Government Center (PGC) including security upgrades and the replacement of heat control units, windows, and air conditioning systems in the PGC; installation of a cold storage unit at the County Public Works facility in Hinckley; roofing and siding replacements for the County Public Works facility in Sandstone; and updating HVAC automation at the courthouse. Chair Ludwig opened the public hearing at 10:25 a.m. Ailene Croup asked if approved, how it would impact the levy. Commissioner Hallan stated the county currently has a special assessment which retires at the end of 2018, and believes it will have little impact on the levy. Kathleen Gray inquired as to the move of the HHS employees, the levy impact, vacancy/ occupancy at the Pine Government Center, and additional explanation of the cold storage at the Public Works facility in Hinckley. There being no additional public comments, the public hearing was closed at 10:39 a.m. Commissioners Hallan, Mohr and Ludwig stated their support for the issuance of the Bonds and the CIP Plan. Motion by Commissioner Mohr to approve Resolution 2017-17 for the Preliminary Approval of Bond Sale not to exceed $4,250,000 and Adoption of the 2017-2021 Capital Improvement Plan. Second by Commissioner Ludwig. Motion carried 4-0. Commissioner Matt Ludwig stated the Pine County Personnel Committee met April 11, 2017 and the Committee made the following recommendations: A. Highway i. Acknowledge the retirement of full-time Highway Maintenance Worker Michael Struss effective April 21, 2017 and approve backfill of the position and any subsequent vacancies that may occur from internal movement. ii. Acknowledge the resignation of full-time Mechanic Paul Pogones effective April 7, 2017 and approve backfill of the position. B. PCSO-Dispatch i. Acknowledge the termination of part-time Dispatcher Darla Matteson during her probationary period effective March 17, 2017 and approve backfill of the position. C. PCSO-Jail i. Acknowledge the resignation of part-time probationary Corrections Officer Cassandra Matrious effective April 3, 2017 and approve backfill of the position. ii. Acknowledge the promotion of part-time Court Security Officer (Grade 6) Kenneth Larsen to part-time Corrections Officer (Grade 7) at $18.22/hour effective April 18, 2017 and approve backfill of the Court Security Officer position. iii. Acknowledge the resignation of part-time Court Security Officer Brittney Moore effective April 26, 2017 and request backfill of the position. D. HHS i. Authorize the department to add one (1) full-time Child Support Officer at Grade 8 (B24) at $17.21/hour, bringing Child Support Officer total to 11. ii. Authorize backfill for Social Worker position in Adult Services developmental disabilities case management due to a lateral move within Adult Services to adult protection and any subsequent vacancies that may occur from internal transfers or promotions. iii. Authorize department to appoint a temporary Social Worker at

SCHOOL BOARD MEETING MINUTES INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT #578 PINE CITY, MINNESOTA 55063 Monday, April 10, 2017 @ 6:30 P.M. Pine City District Office Board Room “Creating Our Future One Student at A Time” The regular meeting of the Board of Education of Independent School District No. 578, Pine City, Minnesota, was held at the Pine City District Office Board Room on Monday, April 10, 2017 for the purpose of conducting regular board business. Chairman Peterson called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. Upon Roll Call, the following members were present: Wally Connaker, Alicia Ascheman, Wendy Leibel, Dan Peterson, Tim Geisler, Candice Ames, Steve Odegard. Also present was Superintendent Annette Freiheit. Motion by Ames second by Leibel and carried unanimously to approve the agenda with the addition of a motion to authorize administration to proceed with hiring for an additional science position for 2017-18 due to increased student enrollment. Motion by Ames second by Ascheman and carried unanimously to approve the consent agenda. (a) Approve the March 13, 2017 meeting minutes. (b) Approve the March bills to date as listed. (c) Approve the following electronic fund transfers: Date Amount Transfer from Transfer to Description 14-Mar $1,000,000.00 MN TRUST STEARNS BANK PAYROLL / CASH FLOW 30-Mar $400,000.00 MN TRUST STEARNS BANK PAYROLL / CASH FLOW (d) Jaci Broz, Title I Paraprofessional, resignation effective 4/6/17. (e) Mary Ellen Sauser, Social Studies Teacher, retirement effective 6/8/17. (f) Annette Blatz, Temporary choir paraprofessional, Mondays 2:40 PM - 3:30 PM, through May 16. (g) Genoa Fiereck, LTS 1st Grade Teacher, $207 per day, effective 3/27/17 through the end of the school year. (h) As per school district policy, administration recommends that the school board accept a grant from the Minnesota Department of Education & Minnesota Center of Excellence for a Pyramid Model Grant and Intervention Site. The school board thanks the MN Dept. of Ed. & MN Center of Excellence for this grant. Motion by Odegard second by Ames and carried unanimously to approve the Treasurer’s Report. Motion by Geisler second by Leibel and carried unanimously to approve the low bid from McPhillips Bros. Roofing the Base Bid, Add #1, Add #2 and the skylight replacement for a total sum of $187,000. Motion by Odegard second by Ames and carried unanimously to approve the low bid from Allied Blacktop Company including Alternate #1 for the Bus Drive in the amount of $166,097. Member Odegard introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE, AWARDING THE SALE, PRESCRIBING THE FORM AND DETAILS AND PROVIDING FOR THE PAYMENT OF $4,925,000 GENERAL OBLIGATION SCHOOL

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STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF PINE TENTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT DISTRICT COURT Case Type – Other Civil Mortgage Foreclosure Court File No. 58-CV-17-148 Northwoods Bank of Minnesota, Plaintiff, v. Raymond C. Mead, a single person; Discover Bank; and Internal Revenue Service, Defendants. NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE UNDER JUDGMENT AND DECREE (REAL PROPERTY) NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that under and by virtue of the Order

and Judgment signed on April 26, 2017, and entered in the above entitled action on the 4th day of May, 2017, by the Honorable Krista Martin, Judge of District Court of Pine County, Minnesota, Tenth Judicial District, a certified copy of which has been delivered to me directing the sale of the premises hereinafter described, to satisfy the amount found and adjudged due Plaintiff in the above-entitled action from Defendants Raymond C. Mead, and to extinguish the lien interests of Discover Bank and Internal Revenue Service, as prescribed in the Order and Judgment, the undersigned Sheriff of Pine County will sell at public auction to the highest bid-

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Grade 10 (C42) $21.36/hour to cover a family medical leave of absence up to twelve weeks. Motion by Commissioner Ludwig to approve the recommendations of the Personnel Committee. Second by Commissioner Hallan. Motion carried 4-0. Motion by Commissioner Ludwig to approve the Willow River Transfer Station Staffing Contract with PHASE and authorize Board Chair and County Administrator to sign. Motion by Commissioner Hallan to reject the bid submitted by Vanderpoel Disposal for the enclosed roll-off dumpster and negotiate with local waste haulers for a lower price of a regular roll-off. Second by Commissioner Mikrot. Motion carried 4-0. Motion by Commissioner Hallan to reject the bid submitted by Vanderpoel Disposal for the recycling roll-off service and negotiate the best possible price with local waste haulers. Second by Commissioner Mohr. Motion carried 4-0. Motion by Commissioner Hallan to award the bid for Contract #1701 to MJP Enterprises, LLC in the amount of $194,486.10. Second by Commissioner Ludwig. Motion carried 4-0. Motion by Commissioner Mohr to award the bid for Contract #1702 to Midwest Contracting, LLC in the amount of $374,889.80. Second by Commissioner Mikrot. Motion carried 4-0. With no further business, Chair Ludwig adjourned the meeting at 11:37 a.m. The next regular meeting of the county board is scheduled for May 2, 2017 at 10:00 a.m. at the Pine County History Museum, 6333 H C Andersen Alle, Askov, Minnesota. Matthew W. Ludwig, Chair, Board of Commissioners David J. Minke, Administrator, Clerk to County Board of Commissioners The full text of the board’s Minutes are available at the County Administrator’s Office and the county’s website (www.co.pine.mn.us). Copies may also be requested from the administrator’s office. Published in the Pine City Pioneer on May 18, 2017 MINUTES OF PINE COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS SPECIAL MEETING – COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE Highway and Road Tour Tuesday, April 25, 2017, 10:00 a.m., Board Room Pine County Courthouse, Pine City, Minnesota Chair Matt Ludwig called the meeting to order at 10:00 a.m. Present were Commissioners Steve Hallan, Josh Mohr, and John Mikrot. Jr. Also present were County Attorney Reese Frederickson, County Engineer Mark LeBrun, and County Administrator David Minke. Commissioner Steve Chaffee was absent (excused). The Pledge of Allegiance was said. Commissioner Hallan moved to approve the Agenda. Second by Commissioner Mohr. Motion carried 4-0. 1. 2016 Public Works Department Annual Report County Engineer Mark LeBrun provided an overview of the 2016 Public Works department, including a summary of revenue and expenditures, town road allotment, inventory of supplies/materials, accounts receivable/payable, road maintenance costs, fixed assets, and construction costs. The commissioners discussed the annual report. The report will be presented to the board at the regular meeting May 2, 2017 for approval. 2. 2017 Construction County Engineer Mark LeBrun provided an overview of the upcoming 2017 construction projects and funding. Approximately 30 miles of road construction are planned at a cost of $8.3 million. 3. Road Tour At 11:22 a.m. the commissioners, County Engineer LeBrun, County Administrator Minke and Aileen Croup, Pine City Pioneer, boarded a bus for the road tour. The tour included roads east of Hinckley, north to Sandstone, and included the new hospital site. The bus returned to the courthouse at 2:00 p.m. With no further business, Chair Ludwig adjourned the meeting at 2:05 p.m. Matthew W. Ludwig, Board Chair, Pine County Board of Commissioners David J. Minke, County Administrator, Clerk to Pine County Board of Commissioners Published in the Pine City Pioneer on May 18, 2017

BUILDING REFUNDING BONDS, SERIES 2017A.S The motion for adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Member Geisler, and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: Connaker, Ascheman, Leibel, Peterson, Geisler, Ames, Odegard. And the following voted against the same: None Whereupon the resolution was declared duly passed and adopted. Motion by Connaker second by Ames and carried unanimously to approve the Director of Building & Grounds Contract with Scott Miller. Motion by Leibel second by Geisler and carried unanimously to approve the 2017-18 Senior Class Trip. Motion by Leibel second by Ames and carried unanimously to approve the changes to Policy 504. Motion by Geisler second by Odegard and carried unanimously to approve the changes to Policy 510. Motion by Ames second by Leibel and carried unanimously to approve the changes to Policy 520. Motion by Ascheman second by Geisler and carried unanimously to approve the changes to Policy 532. Motion by Ames second by Odegard and carried unanimously to approve the changes to Policy 530. Motion by Connaker second by Leibel and carried unanimously to approve the changes to Policy 709. Motion by Geisler second by Ames and carried unanimously to approve the changes to Policy 709.1. Motion by Ames second by Ascheman and carried unanimously to approve the changes to Policy 801. Motion by Odegard second by Geisler and carried unanimously to approve the changes to Policy 802. Motion by Leibel second by Ames and carried unanimously to approve the changes to Policy 805. Motion by Ascheman second by Geisler and carried unanimously to approve the changes to Policy 806. Motion by Odegard second by Ames and carried unanimously to approve the changes to Policy 807. Motion by Ames second by Ascheman and carried unanimously to approve the changes to Policy 901. Motion by Geisler second by Leibel and carried unanimously to approve the changes to Policy 902. Motion by Odegard second by Ames and carried unanimously to approve the changes to Policy 902.1. Motion by Leibel second by Geisler and carried unanimously to approve the changes to Policy 903. Motion by Odegard second by Ames and carried unanimously to approve the changes to Policy 904. Motion by Ascheman second by Ames and carried unanimously to approve the changes to Policy 905. Motion by Geisler second by Leibel and carried unanimously to approve the changes to Policy 906. Motion by Odegard second by Leibel and carried unanimously to approve the changes to Policy 907. Motion by Ames second by Geisler and carried unanimously to approve the hiring of an additional secondary science teacher for 2017-18. Work session set for May 1, 2017 5:30 - 7:30 PM. Meeting adjourned at 8:25 p.m. Wally Connaker Clerk Published in the Pine City Pioneer on May 18, 2017

der, for cash, on the 6th day of July, 2017, at 10:00 a.m. at the Pine County Sheriff’s Office, 635 Northridge Drive NW, Pine City, MN 55063, the premises and real estate, lying and being in the County of Pine, State of Minnesota, described in said Judgment, to-wit: Lot Twelve (12), and the West ½ of Lots Fourteen (14), Fifteen (15) and Sixteen (16), Block Fortythree (43), Original Townsite of Pine City. together with all existing or subsequently erected or affixed buildings, improvements and fixtures; all easements, rights of way, all appurtenances; all water, water rights, watercourses and ditch rights

(including stock in utilities with ditch or irrigation rights); and all other rights, royalties, and profits relating to the real property, including without limitation, all minerals, oil, gas, geothermal and similar matters, the “Mortgaged Property.” Property Address: 500 – 5th Avenue SE (PID No. 42.5357.000) and 545 – 4th Street SE (PID No. 42.5354.000) Pine City, MN 55063 Dated: 5-8-17 Jeffrey Nelson, Sheriff of Pine County (signed) This Instrument was drafted by: John M. Cabak CABAK LAW, LLC 243 Main Street S

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NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE THE RIGHT TO VERIFICATION OF THE DEBT AND IDENTITY OF THE ORIGINAL CREDITOR WITHIN THE TIME PROVIDED BY LAW IS NOT AFFECTED BY THIS ACTION. Date: April 17, 2017 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT: Default has occurred in the conditions of the following described mortgage: DATE OF MORTGAGE: September 29, 2008 ORIGINAL PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF MORTGAGE: $330,000.00 MORTGAGOR(S): Bradd Mlaskoch, a/k/a Bradd L. Mlaskoch, and Danielle Mlaskoch, husband and wife MORTGAGEE: Northview Bank DATE AND PLACE OF FILING: October 3, 2008, as Document No. A475667, in the office of the County Recorder of Pine County, Minnesota, as modified of record. ASSIGNMENT(S) OF MORTGAGE: None LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY: That part of the Northeast Quarter of Northeast Quarter (NE¼ of NE¼) of Section Eleven (11), Township Forty-four (44), Range Twenty (20), lying Westerly of the right of way of Interstate Highway No. 35, Pine County, Minnesota. LESS the following described parcel: That part of the North 295.00 feet of the Northeast Quarter of the Northeast Quarter (NE¼ of NE¼) of Section Eleven (11), Township Forty-four (44), Range Twenty (20), which lies South and Westerly of the right of way of Interstate Highway 35. COUNTY IN WHICH PROPERTY IS LOCATED: Pine County, Minnesota THE AMOUNT CLAIMED TO BE DUE ON THE MORTGAGE AS OF THE DATE OF THIS NOTICE: $87,206.28 THAT no action or proceeding has been instituted at law to recover the debt secured by said mortgage, or any part thereof; that there has been compliance with all pre-foreclosure notice and acceleration requirements of said mortgage, and/ or applicable statutes including the requisites of Minn. Stat. § 580.02; PURSUANT, to the power of sale contained in said mortgage, the above described property in Pine County will be sold by the Sheriff of Pine County at public auction as follows: DATE AND TIME OF SALE: June 15, 2017 at 10:00 a.m. PLACE OF SALE: Pine County Sheriff’s Office, Pine County Courthouse, Room 100, 635 Northridge Drive NW, Pine City, MN 55063 to pay the debt then secured by said mortgage and taxes, if any actually paid by the mortgagee, on the premises and the costs and disbursements allowed by law. The time allowed by law for redemption by said mortgagor, his personal representatives or assigns is twelve (12) months from the date of sale, unless reduced to five (5) weeks under Minnesota Statutes, Section 582.032. TIME AND DATE TO VACATE PROPERTY: If the real estate is an owner-occupied, single-family dwelling, unless otherwise provided by law, the date on or before which the mortgagor(s) must vacate the property if the mortgage is not reinstated under section 580.30, or the property is not redeemed under section 580.23, the time to vacate the property is 11:59 p.m. on June 15, 2018. MORTGAGOR(S) RELEASED FROM FINANCIAL OBLIGATION ON MORTGAGE: None THE TIME ALLOWED BY LAW FOR REDEMPTION BY THE MORTGAGORS, THE MORTGAGORS’ PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVES OR ASSIGNS MAY BE REDUCED TO FIVE WEEKS IF A JUDICIAL ORDER IS ENTERED UNDER MINNESOTA STATUTES, SECTION 582.032, DETERMINING, AMONG OTHER THINGS, THAT THE MORTGAGED PREMISES ARE IMPROVED WITH A RESIDENTIAL DWELLING OF LESS THAN FIVE UNITS, ARE NOT PROPERTY USED IN AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTION, AND ARE ABANDONED. NORTHVIEW BANK By Robert R. Kanuit, #0252530 Fryberger, Buchanan, Smith & Frederick, P.A. 302 West Superior Street, Suite 700 Duluth, Minnesota 55802-1863 (218) 722-0861 THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE FORECLOSURE DATA (1) Street Address, city and zip

code of mortgaged premises: 8060 Park Drive, Willow River, MN 55795 (2) Transaction agent (if applicable); residential mortgage servicer; and lender or broker: Northview Bank (3) Tax parcel identification number(s): 47.0096.000 (4) Transaction Agent’s mortgage ID number (MERS number): Not applicable (5) Name of mortgage originator: Northview Bank THIS IS A COMMUNICATION FROM A DEBT COLLECTOR. Published in the Pine City Pioneer on April 27, May 4, 11, 18, 25 and June 1, 2017 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE THE RIGHT TO VERIFICATION OF THE DEBT AND IDENTITY OF THE ORIGINAL CREDITOR WITHIN THE TIME PROVIDED BY LAW IS NOT AFFECTED BY THIS ACTION. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that default has occurred in conditions of the following described mortgage: DATE OF MORTGAGE: September 7, 2012 MORTGAGOR: Stacy L. Foss, single. MORTGAGEE: Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. DATE AND PLACE OF RECORDING: Recorded September 10, 2012 Pine County Recorder, Document No. A-503011. ASSIGNMENTS OF MORTGAGE: Assigned to: JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association. Dated August 13, 2013 Recorded August 16, 2013, as Document No. A509811. TRANSACTION AGENT: Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. TRANSACTION AGENT’S MORTGAGE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER ON MORTGAGE: 100354020100012259 LENDER OR BROKER AND MORTGAGE ORIGINATOR STATED ON MORTGAGE: Stearns Bank National Association RESIDENTIAL MORTGAGE SERVICER: JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association MORTGAGED PROPERTY ADDRESS: 46970 Tenquist Lane, Hinckley, MN 55037 TAX PARCEL I.D. #: 150005001 LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY: That part of the Fractional Northwest Quarter of Section 1, Township 41, Range 21, Pine County, Minnesota, described as follows: Commencing at the Northeast corner of said Fractional Northwest Quarter of section 1; thence West along the North line of said Northwest Quarter, a distance at 330 feet to the point of beginning of the property to be described; then South, parallel with the East line of said Northwest Quarter, a distance of 660 feet thence West, parallel with said North line to the intersection with a line run parallel with and distant, 33 feet easterly of Line “A” described below (as measured at right angles to said Line “A”); thence Northeasterly, along said parallel line, 680 feet, more or less, to the North line of said Northwest Quarter, thence East, along said North line, 636 feet, more or less, to the point of beginning. Together with a road easement over and across that part of the North 660 feet of said Northwest Quarter which lies within a distance a of 33 feet on each side of Line “A” descried below. Description of Line “A”: Commencing at the Northeast corner of the Fractional Northwest Quarter of Section 1, Township 41, Range 21, Pine County, Minnesota; thence West, along the North line of said Northwest Quarter, a distance of 1000 feet to the point of beginning of Line “A”, thence Southwesterly, deflecting to the left 76 degrees, a distance of 700 feet and Line “A” there terminating. COUNTY IN WHICH PROPERTY IS LOCATED: Pine ORIGINAL PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF MORTGAGE: $76,530.00 AMOUNT DUE AND CLAIMED TO BE DUE AS OF DATE OF NOTICE, INCLUDING TAXES, IF ANY, PAID BY MORTGAGEE: $71,894.96 That prior to the commencement of this mortgage foreclosure proceeding Mortgagee/Assignee of Mortgagee complied with all notice requirements as required by statute; That no action or proceeding has been instituted at law or otherwise to recover the debt secured by said mortgage, or any part thereof; PURSUANT to the power of sale contained in said mortgage, the above described property will be sold by the Sheriff of said county as follows: DATE AND TIME OF SALE: June 8, 2017 at 10:00 AM PLACE OF SALE: D e t e n t i o n Center, 635 Northridge Drive NW, Pine City MN 55063 to pay the debt then secured by

said Mortgage, and taxes, if any, on said premises, and the costs and disbursements, including attorneys’ fees allowed by law subject to redemption within six (6) months from the date of said sale by the mortgagor(s), their personal representatives or assigns unless reduced to Five (5) weeks under MN Stat. §580.07. TIME AND DATE TO VACATE PROPERTY: If the real estate is an owner-occupied, single-family dwelling, unless otherwise provided by law, the date on or before which the mortgagor(s) must vacate the property if the mortgage is not reinstated under section 580.30 or the property is not redeemed under section 580.23 is 11:59 p.m. on December 8, 2017, unless that date falls on a weekend or legal holiday, in which case it is the next weekday, and unless the redemption period is reduced to 5 weeks under MN Stat. Secs. 580.07 or 582.032. MORTGAGOR(S) RELEASED FROM FINANCIAL OBLIGATION ON MORTGAGE: None Dated: April 4, 2017 JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association Mortgagee/Assignee of Mortgagee USSET, WEINGARDEN AND LIEBO, P.L.L.P. Attorneys for Mortgagee/Assignee of Mortgagee 4500 Park Glen Road #300 Minneapolis, MN 55416 (952) 925-6888 30 - 17 - 002501 FC THIS IS A COMMUNICATION FROM A DEBT COLLECTOR. Published in the Pine City Pioneer on April 20, 27, May 4, 11, 18 and 25, 2017 STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF PINE DISTRICT COURT TENTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT Court File No. 58-PR-17-32 In Re: Estate of James George Ellison a/k/a James G. Ellison, Decedent. NOTICE OF INFORMAL PROBATE OF WILL AND INFORMAL APPOINTMENT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS Notice is given that an Application for Informal Probate of Will and Informal Appointment of Personal Representative was filed with the Registrar, along with a Will dated March 13, 1992. The Registrar accepted the application and appointed Carol K. Ellison, whose address is 11018 Lakeview Heights Road, Pine City, MN 55063, to serve as the personal representative of the decedent’s estate. 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. Any objection to the appointment of the personal representative must be filed with the Court, and any properly filed objection will be heard by the Court after notice is provided to interested persons of the date of hearing on the objection. Unless objections are filed, and unless the Court orders otherwise, the personal representative has the full power to administer the estate, including, after thirty (30) days from the issuance of letters testamentary, the power to sell, encumber, lease, or distribute any interest in real estate owned by the decedent. Notice is further given that, subject to Minn. Stat. § 524.3-801, all creditors having claims against the decedent’s estate are required to present the claims to the personal representative or to the Court within four (4) months after the date of this notice or the claims will be barred. Dated: LU ANN BLEGEN Registrar Pine Court Administrator 2017.04.27 11:17:30-05’00’ Dated: LU ANN BLEGEN Court Administrator Pine Court Administrator 2017.04.27 11:17:49-05’00’ Filed in Tenth Judicial District Court Nelson, Kim (Pine Court Administration) Apr 27 2017 3:23 PM CABAK LAW, LLC John M. Cabak MN# 0388929 243 Main Street S Pine City, MN 55063 Telephone: 320-629-2529 Facsimile: 855-629-2500 e-mail: john@cabaklaw.com Published in the Pine City Pioneer on May 11 and 18, 2017 STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF PINE DISTRICT COURT TENTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT Court File No. 58-PR-17-37 In Re: Estate of Alden R. Sigurdsen a/k/a Alden Robert Sigurdsen,

Decedent. NOTICE OF AND ORDER FOR HEARING ON PETITION FOR FORMAL PROBATE OF WILL AND APPOINTMENT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS It is Ordered and Notice is given that on June 26, 2017 at 9:00 AM, a hearing will be held in this Court at 635 Northridge Drive NW, Pine City, Minnesota, on a petition for the formal probate of an instrument purporting to be the decedent’s Will dated August 2, 2005, and Separate Writings pursuant to Minn. Stat. § 524.2-513, and for the appointment of Daniel Blake, whose address is 5278 – 580th Street, PO Box 140, Pine City, MN 55063, as personal representative of the decedent’s estate in an unsupervised administration. Any objections to the petition must be raised at the hearing or filed with the Court prior to the hearing. If the petition is proper and no objections are filed or raised, the personal representative will be appointed with the full power to administer the decedent’s estate, including the power to collect all assets; pay all legal debts, claims, taxes, and expenses; sell real and personal property; and do all necessary acts for the decedent’s estate. Notice is further given that, subject to Minn. Stat. § 524.3-801, all creditors having claims against the decedent’s estate are required to present the claims to the personal representative or to the Court within four (4) months after the date of this notice or the claims will be barred. BY THE COURT Dated: 5/3/17 HEATHER M WYNN Judge of District Court By: K Nelson/deputy Pine Court Administration May 3 2017 1:12 PM Dated: 5/3/17 LU ANN BLEGEN Court Administrator By: K Nelson/deputy Pine Court Administration May 3 2017 1:12 PM Filed in Tenth Judicial District Court Nelson, Kim (Pine Court Administration) May 3 2017 1:12 PM CABAK LAW, LLC John M. Cabak MN# 0388929 243 Main Street S Pine City, MN 55063 Telephone: 320-629-2529 Facsimile: 855-629-2500 e-mail: john@cabaklaw.com Published in the Pine City Pioneer on May 11 and 18, 2017 OFFICE OF MINNESOTA SECRETARY OF STATE CERTIFICATE OF ASSUMED NAME MINNESOTA STATUTES, 333 The filing of an assumed name does not provide a user with exclusive rights to that name. The filing is required for consumer protection in order to enable consumers to be able to identify the true owner of a business. ASSUMED NAME: Northern Pines Assisted Living PRINCIPAL PLACE OF BUSINESS: 1305 8th Street SW Pine City MN 55063 USA NAMEHOLDER(S): Name: Golden Horizon Assisted Inc. Address: 2025 Nicollet Ave S #203 Minneapolis MN 55404 USA If you submit an attachment, it will be incorporated into this document. If the attachment conflicts with the information specifically set forth in this document, this document supersedes the data referenced in the attachment. By typing my name, I, the undersigned, certify that I am signing this document as the person whose signature is required, or as agent of the person(s) whose signature would be required who has authorized me to sign this document on his/her behalf, or in both capacities. I further certify that I have completed all required fields, and that the information in this document is true and correct and in compliance with the applicable chapter of Minnesota Statutes. I understand that by signing this document I am subject to the penalties of perjury as set forth in Section 609.48 as if I had signed this document under oath. SIGNED BY: Beth Dryden MAILING ADDRESS: None Provided EMAIL FOR OFFICIAL NOTICES: beth@reagan.com Work Item 948581300022 Original File Number 948581300022 STATE OF MINNESOTA OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY OF STATE FILED 05/01/2017 11:59 PM Steve Simon Secretary of State Published in the Pine City Pioneer on May 11 and 18, 2017

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Recently added to Minnesota’s Restricted Noxious Weed List, crown vetch (Securigera varia) is difficult to control once it is established. It is native to central and Eastern Europe and the Caucus region of Asia. Crown vetch was widely planted as a groundcover, cover crop, and slope stabilizer, but these uses declined due to the invasive nature of the plant. Crown vetch is an herbaceous perennial in the legume family. It has a low, groundcover growth habit. The leaves are dark green and pinnately compound with 15-25 pairs of oval-shaped leaflets. The flowers are pink to white and occur in clusters at the leaf axils. The plants bloom from May through August. Crown vetch spreads by seeds and aggressive rhizomes. The rhizomes grow horizontally up to 10 feet and produce new plants vegetatively. Crown vetch can be introduced to new areas by soil contaminated with root fragments. Crown vetch invades prairies, woodland edges, streambanks, pastures, rights-of-way, and roadsides. It prefers open and sunny habitats, is tolerant of all different soil types, and is drought tolerant. Crown vetch overtakes and suppresses other vegetation, reducing species diversity and wildlife habitat. Because of its low, creeping growth habit, it can cover and shade out other plants, eventually forming dense monocultures. Several management strategies may be necessary to keep crown vetch from spreading: Infestation sites will need to be monitored for several years and treated repeatedly until the seedbanks are depleted. Do not plant crown vetch and use alternative cover crops or native plants that can be used for soil stabilization. Mowing can be effective to slow the spread. Timing is crucial when mowing, with the goal of preventing seed formation. Mowing will have to be done for many successive years and may have to be followed up with herbicide treatments. Prescribed burning in late spring for several successive years can be an effective control method. Contact the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources to learn more about burning practices and regulations. Large infestations may be treated with herbicide. Contact your local University of Minnesota Extension agent, co-op, or certified landscape care expert for assistance and recommendations.

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Students celebrate creativity at Pine City High School Art Show Visitors enjoyed ice cream and an impressive selection of works from the young artists of Pine City High School, including ﬁrst place winner “A Chill in the Air” by Josie Teman (bottom left).

Pine City’s Perry Carlson received an Artistic Merit award at the 2017 IMAGE Art Show for his sculpture “Swamp Life.” Lois Lapp of Pine City also received an Artistic Merit award for her work “Faces in the Mirror.”

IMAGE winners announced EAST CENTRAL REGIONAL ARTS COUNCIL

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The East Central Regional Arts Council (ECRAC) is proud to honor the award winners of the 30th annual IMAGE Art Show which opened Saturday, April 22. Over 450 people attended the opening event which was held at the ECRAC offices in Braham. The two Judge’s Choice (Best of Show) Awards went to Patricia Larson of Sturgeon Lake for “Clovis and Brighid” and Paul Olson of Hinckley for “Flatland – Night Heron Explains the Sea to Shadow.” A total of 168 artists from the East Central Minnesota region entered this year’s IMAGE Art Show. There were also ten Excellence Awards (1st Place) and ten Merit Awards (2nd Place). 2017 Artistic Excellence Awards (1st Place): Erica Belkholm, Mora; Julie Bjerke, Hinckley; Jessie DeCorsey, Lindstrom; Nathan Hager, Isanti; Terri Huro-Torgerson, Brook Park; Ryan Kroschel, Mora; Jim Larson, Milaca; Mike Menasco, North Branch; Nikki Schneider, Cambridge; Jade Wilson, Lindstrom; 2017 Artistic Merit Awards (2nd Place): Fred Anderson, Cambridge; Perry Carlson, Pine City; Claire Fix, Cambridge;

Anita Gislason, Ogilvie; Dennis Jenereaux, Isanti; Barb Johnson, Isanti; Lois Lapp, Pine City; Beth Anne Palmer, Cambridge; David Spohn, Lindstrom; Barbara Young, Taylors Falls. ECRAC purchased five works of art which now become part of the Council’s permanent collection of artwork. 2017 Purchase Awards: Karrie Anderson, Milaca; Yvonne R. Herrmann, Foreston; Dennis Jenereaux, Isanti; Nikki Schneider, Cambridge; and Bruce Thompson, Mora. The People’s Choice Award winner is Jana Merten of North Branch for her artwork entitled, “Letting Go.” “The IMAGE Art Show is a wonderful event and it keeps getting bigger and better every year,” said ECRAC Executive Director Mary Minnick-Daniels. “Any artist residing in the five-county East Central Minnesota region can exhibit a piece of their own artwork. It could be an artist’s very first work of art or they may make their living as an artist. This means the show is an incredibly visually vibrant art exhibit and a true celebration of all of the artists that entered.”

2017

Class of 2017

PINE CITY

DRAGONS

Avery J. Alleman

Jonathan R. Artola

Joseph T. Ascheman

Raylah G. Bacon

Michelle Marie Benson

Ryan J. Blake

Shaun and Jennifer Alleman

Ron and Kathy McDonald Normandale

Dylan and Alicia Ascheman University of Minnesota

Melvin and Teri Bacon Terry and Clara Welsh, Travis and Jen Wiechman St.Catherine University

Kirk Benson, Nico Steinbach

Dan and Joanne Blake University of Minnesota

Robert D. Brangard Jr

Autumn Paige Brantner-Cruit

Erin Skalicky, Todd Cummings Pine Tech Community College

Stacey Brantner, Joe Laska University of Minnesota

Emily Ann Broz

Zachary Broz

Natalie Christine Cahill

Taylor L. Campbell

Chuck and Jaci Broz Bethel University

Kevin and Joanne Cahill University of Minnesota Duluth

Chris and Ann Campbell St. Catherine University

Jacqueline Marie Crawford

Samantha M. Carr

Andrew David Christen

Shantell Marie Clark

Gary and Denise Koecher

David and Lynn Christen

Marvin Clark, Rebecca Jacobson Anoka Ramsey

David Crawford, Rosa Crawford University of Minnesota Twin Cities

Jakob FM Daniels

Taylor Marie Darlow

Andrew and Mary Daniels University of Minnesota Twin Cities

Nico Steinbach and Kirk Benson, Benjamin Darlow Anoka Ramsey

Gavin M. Dilts

Blaise S. Drury

Ariel N. Dunbar

Abbygayle D. Ellis

Holly Kay Emslander

Andrew Erickson

Randi Dilts, Dusty Gross Anoka Technical College

Edwin and Jennifer Hiler Work

Paul and Lisa Dunbar Saint Cloud State University

Mike and Lynn Ellis 49ers Training

Mark and Beth Emslander Winona State University

Katrina and Matt Erickson Anoka Ramsey

FirstLight Health System

Rick’s Auto

Pine City • 629-6660 or 629-7839

Pine City • 629-7505

US Bank Pine City • 629-6777

Mary Kay Brautigan Coldwell Banker Burnet

Pine City • 320-629-5050 www.ricksautopinecity.com

Wild River Vet Clinic

Pine City • 612-616-3137 Marykay@cbburnet.com

Holiday Station Stores

Pine City • 320-629-7474

Farmer’s Co-op Creamery Corporation Foreston • 320-294-5711 www.forestoncreamery.com

Daniel Feela

Richard Kenneth Felt

Sherry Egdorf, Tony Feela

Heidi Haavisto and Earl Felt College

Chloe C. Gavin

Dean P. Flaherty

Alicia J. Freeman

Ryan L. Fulweiler

Caitlyn Cora Furber

Derek and Amy Freeman College of St. Scholastica

Patrick and Deanna Fulweiler

Lancelot and Melissa Furber Pine Technical Community College

Gracen A. Gerold

Dylan M. Goss

Maria May Graff

Samantha J. Grinnell

Arthur John Haines II

Dennis and Glenda Gerold College and Military

Army

Nathan and Janice Graff Mankato State University

Paul and Annette Grinnell, Monica Null

Kenneth J. and Patricia S. Haines

College

Dunwoody College of Technology

Ryley D. Hall

Harlee Hunter Hancock

Austin W. Hansmann

James Jay Hauge

Sydney Lynn Hemsworth

Shantel Paige Henkel

Neal and Darla Hall Dakota Tech School

Dave and Dee Hancock St. Paul Community and Technical College

Wayne and Jen Hansmann Concordia College

Lisa Hauge Central Lakes College

Anthony Hemsworth and Arianne Grubbs

Randy and Sue Henkel

Jacob S. Hennen

Paige Hennen

Joseph D. Hinsley

Jeffrey R. Hull

Lindsey Olivia Irlbeck

Hailee D. Jewell

Jesse and Jaime Hennen

Melissa Clark Normandale Community College

Jack and Julie Hinsley Work

Anoka Ramsey Community College

Dustin and Lori Irlbeck College of Central Florida

Anoka Ramsey

Frandsen Bank & Trust

Pine Insurance Agency

Pine City • 629-2561

Pine City • 629-2515

Cambridge Pine City Orthodontics

Cavallin Ford

Pine City Bus Service

Pine City • 629-9944 www.cambridgeorthomn.com

Pine City • 629-2549

Karen’s Hair Kare Pine City • 629-6640

Pine City • 629-2032

Hopkins Sand & Gravel, Inc. Beroun • 629-2522 www.hopkinsgravel.com

Braham Monument Braham • 320-396-2938 www.brahammonument.com

Jaxxon Jeffrey Johnson

Paige Marie Johnson

Dominick Lee Joyner

Korin Jean Keeney

Taylor Louise Kline

Cortney Kociemba

College

Branden and Jessica Johnson Minnesota State University Mankato

Stan Joyner, Chrissy Nelson

Brent and Pamela Keeney

Don and Sue Kline Gustavus Adolphus College

Amanda and Tony Lachapelle Librarian

Michaela Kost

Rose R. Krueger

Brice Kunz

Emmy Rae Elizabeth Kuzel

Skylar M. LaGuard

Michael Kost, Anna Cole-Kost Anoka Ramsey Comm. College

Robin Krueger, Daniel Krueger University of Texas

Lisa Kunz and Tim Kunz Duluth Community College

Jeff and Lynette Kuzel North Dakota State University

Nicole LaGuard and Bryan McFerran

Dillon Robert Lindstrom

Ethan J. Leibel

Joshua R. LeMay

Jacob D. Lindblom

Pete and Wendy Leibel Dakota Tech

Lori LeMay, Chad LeMay

Thomas and Tammy Lindblom

Adelle Rae Maas

Maddie Leigh Martin

Daltynn Gene McClain

Chris and Randi Maas Aveda Institute Minneapolis

Heather Forsberg, Michael Martin

Christina and Danny McClain Work

Trenten Jo Leavitt Pamela and Jeffrey Peterson

Alexander T. Link

Elsie Ann Lundquist

Kris Link, Rhianna Baxter Pine Tech or Anoka Ramsey

Janet Turner, Paul Lundquist St. Catherine University

Kayla Mae L. McKenzie

Anna Jean Miller

Kyle Christian Miller

Jeremy and Kelly McKenzie, Jenifer and Jason Bailey

Chris and Laura Miller College of St. Benedict

Tom and Nicki Miller

Tom and Loreal Lindstrom Dunwoody College of Tech.

Law Offices of Ledin, Hofstad, Troth & Fleming LTD

Currie Pangerl & Associates, LTD

SPIRE Credit Union

Pine City • 629-2090

Pine City • 629-7537

Mark Haug Construction

Pine City • 888-34-SPIRE www.myspire.com

Oak Park Dental Pine City • 629-2282

Pizza Pub Pine City • 629-6468

Pine City • 629-6607

Lee’s Pro Shop

JoLynn’s Sewing Service

Pine City • 629-6428 www.leesproshop.com

Pine City • 629-6381

Isaac P. Miskowitz

Joshua N. Moser

Thomas and Carol Miskowitz Work

Joe Moser, Laura Moser Military/College

Alexis P. Olson Rachel Erickson and Chad Olson, Becky Mannion, Sue Olson Pine Technical and Community College

Dakotah J. Neid-Hinrichs

Tiana Nelson

Isaiah D. Nordby Sandy and Bob Nicholson

Christina and Eric Blaiser, Joshua Neid

Shawna Palmer, Tim Nelson Pine Technical and Community College

Alyssa Desiree Olson

Santiago M. Ospino

Breckan Brynn Pangerl

Alex Russell Peterson

Natasha M. Petschke

Josh and Jessica Olson University of Minnesota Duluth

Jesse and Elizabeth Logan, Adolfo and Ina Ospino College

Greg and Wendy Pangerl St. Cloud State University

Terry and Debra Peterson College

Karen Petschke Pine Technical and Community College

Tyler F. Noreen

Doreena Rose Phillips

Tyler J. Piekarski

Aaron James Pulkrabek

Carmello Ryan Pulley

Raven Joy Marie Rarick

Skylar Chad Rasinski

Claudine and Todd Vogel Work

Tammy and Jeremy Piekarski

Mark and Laura Pulkrabek The College of St. Scholastica

Pine Technical and Community College

David Rarick, Mary Rarick University of Minnesota Duluth

Shannon Rasinski and Chad Rasinski Bemidji State University

Jasper A. Reinoehl

Katherine Mae Rike

Carolina Setubal

Melinda Rose Rydberg

Caleb James Sanders

Samuel Reed Saunders

Fredrick and Michelle Reinoehl

Glen and Brenda Rike St. Catherine University

Luis and Ana Luisa Setubal Brady and Sara Helseth College

Derek and Jenny Rydberg College of St. Scholastica

Lori Peters Wyotech/Alexandria

Karen Miller and David Saunders St. Cloud State University

Spear & Swanson Law Office

The Village Bar & Grill

Chris’ Food Center

Pine City • 629-7586 SpearandSwanson.com

Pine City • 629-1066

Pine City • 629-2589

Rock Creek Pit Stop

Stearns Bank

Rock Creek • 629-1422

Pine City • 629-6713

Sauser’s Hardware

Berchin’s A&W Restaurant

Northern Pines Assisted Living Pine City • 629-7272 www.northernpinesassisted.com

Pine City • 629-3437

Pine City • 629-3955

Tyler A. Sauter

Adam E. Seals

Blake J. Shermer

Daniel John Showalter

Jennifer and Galen Erdmann, Brent and Amanda Seals College

Troy Shermer and Wendy Bock United States Navy

Scott and Kristi Teich

Emilie M. Skluzacek

Parker Timothy Soderbeck Gwen Lewis, Tim Soderbeck

Mariah Kay Tayerle

Andrew Christian Steele

Nick Stolp

Allison N. Sutter

Brook A. Swanson

Jeffrey and Karen Steele St. Cloud State University

Rick and Cindy Stolp North Dakota State University

Kathy and Eric Witke Linda and Mark Sutter Marine Corp.

Brad Swanson, Heather Fuller Pine Technical Community College

Todd and Lori Swanson University of Minnesota Duluth

Trad Theodore Torgerson

Emily Wersal

Brendan F. Westbrook

Kimberly Jean Whaley

Brett and Angela Westbrook Junior Hockey and Work

Gerald and Lonita Whaley Patricia Myott North Dakota State University

Cody Teich

Leah Marie Toman

Roger and Michelle Teich

Jennifer and Allan Toman Vermillion Community College

Melissa Rose Whittaker

Alexis D. Wildhirt

Jessica Whittaker, Darrin Whittaker University of Minnesota Morris

Holly Downing, Michael Skaj University Minnesota Duluth

Pine City Country Club Pine City • 629-3848 www.pinecitycc.com

New Horizon Thrift Store Pine City • 320-279-0927

Ted and Teresa Torgerson University of Minnesota Twin Cities

Logan Charles Swanson

Mitchell and Jillian Tayerle St. Catherine University

Samantha Marie Willert Michael and Wendy Willert University of St. Scholastica

Pine City Dental Pine City • 629-2789

Pine Technical & Community College Pine City • 629-5100 • www.Pine.edu

Shear Obsession Pine City • 629-9951

Sheldon’s Pit Stop Auto Repair Pine City • 629-7867

CONGRATULATIONS

f o s s Cl a 2017 2017 Senior Quote: “Our pasts are behind us, our lives are before us, and our memories are forever within us.”

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Class of 2017 Memories Prom

Dodgeball

Germany Trip Senior Trip

Powder Puff Football Back to Back Champs

Homecoming

FOR Club

Nobel Conference

Costa Rica Trip

State Participants

Band/Choir Contests LEO Club

Snow Week Talent Show

Europe Trip

Flower White Lotus Colors Green, Silver & Black Class Song “See You Again” by Charlie Puth

The Pine Comb Hair Salon

Minnesota Equipment

Farmer’s Insurance

Pine City • 629-7976

Isanti • 763-444-8873 www.minnesotaequipment.com

Kevin & Austin Newman, Agents Pine City • 629-7238

Pine City • 629-5555

Rob’s Place Salon

Hoffmann Ace Hardware

Pine City Pioneer

Pine City • 629-6770

Curt’s Roll-offs Pine City • 629-6771

Fedder Motors

Northwoods Bank

Pine City • 629-8155

Pine City • 629-5000

Innovative Basement Systems

Pine City Family Chiropractic

Pine City • 629-3990

Pine City • 629-6717 www.dlchiropractors.com

Fairview Pine City Clinic

Cabin Coffees Pine City • 629-5982

Marah Christine Photography

The Pine City Scrapbooking Co., Inc./Retreat Center

320-282-5427 www.marahchristine.com

Pine City • 629-6721

Pine City • 629-6363

Jeff’s Outdoor Services Pine City • 629-4990

Nilsson Chiropractic & Forever Natural Pine City • 629-2740

Pine City • 629-9960 www.thepinecityscrapbookingco.com

Administration: Annette Freiheit, Superintendent Troy Anderson, Principal Beth Landgraf, Assistant Principal Nichole Laven, Director of Teaching and Learning

Board of Education Candice Ames Alicia Ascheman Wally Connaker Tim Geisler

Wendy Leibel Steve Odegard Dan Peterson

Processional March Pomp and Circumstance (Edward Elgar) ............................................High School Band (Audience Please Remain Seated During Processional)

Star Spangled Banner (Francis Scott Key)............................................High School Band

2017

H.S. Gymnasium. Doors open to the public at 6:30 p.m.

May 25, 2017 • 7:00 p.m.

f o s las

Graduation Program

Welcome ......................................................................................Dihanna Fedder, Senior Class Advisor Go The Distance (arr. Lojeski) .................................................................. Concert Choir Ms. Jennifer Krinke, Director

Senior Speaker ................................................................................Taylor Kline Guest Speaker .............................................................................. Mr. Kyle Allen Sólas Ané (Samuel R. Hazo) .................................................................High School Band Mr. Blake Groe, Director

Presentation of Class .........................................................Annette Freiheit, Superintendent

Introduction of Graduates................................................Dihanna Fedder, Senior Class Advisor

Presentation of Diplomas...................... Alicia Ascheman, Board Member Wendy Leibel, Board Member

Presentation of Flowers ...........................................Wally Connaker, Clerk Dan Peterson, Chair Terrie Schoeberl, Senior Class Advisor

Recessional March March Pontificale (C.F. Gounod) ........................................................High School Band Handicapped parking is available on the east side of the building. A hall monitor will be standing by with the elevator key to assist any individuals who might need assistance getting to the site of the commencement exercises. There are chairs available where no steps are required. Should any additional arrangements be necessary for you to come and enjoy graduation, please call Dihanna Fedder (629-4154).

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