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Council OKs zoning change on split vote and pontoons, and to provide walking paths for residents and neighbors. To make the development possible required changing the zoning of the land parcel. The parcel had been zoned for one- and two-family residential homes. Rezoning changed that to “Higher Density Multi-Family Residential.” Residents and homeowners in the neighborhood expressed objections to allowing a development this large at the end of a dead-end road in a residential neighborhood. More than 40 residents signed a petition opposing the zoning change. Other city residents also spoke up at the meeting. Bob Haedt said he is a former Planning Commission member and ambulance driver, and said a building that size shouldn’t be located at the end of a narrow, one-way road, and that it would create a crisis in an emergency situation.
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The Pine City Council has approved a controversial zoning change to make way for a possible senior housing development at the end of 1st Street SE, on the shore of Cross Lake in Pine City. The council approved the zoning change on a 3-2 vote on May 2. As previously reported, the development team of Elan Shores LLC has drawn up plans for the development – a wooden building of up to three stories with up to 72 units of senior apartments and a precast concrete underground garage. Plans also include on-grade parking, and a commons space would include full service dining, a lobby, reception, office spaces, coffee area, club room, wellness, beauty/barber and lounge spaces. The developers have also stated the intention to build a connection with the lake through docks
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Prom memories made at ‘Masquerade’ Pine City High School students got the red carpet treatment at the Grand March before the ‘Medieval Masquerade’ Prom 2019 on May 4.
Man found dead near Sandstone, 3 charged BY APRIL ZIEMER EDITOR@THEAMERYFREEPRESS.COM
A missing Barron, Wisconsin man was found dead inside a Sandstone cabin April 23. Christopher Etchison was first reported missing April 19 and the use of his debit card to purchase gas led to the arrest of three people in Wisconsin: Jesse J. Scribner, 20, of Clayton; Levi S. Mattila, 18, of Barron and Marcella J. Hill, 18, Chetek. Etchison may have died after getting into a drinking contest at
a party the night of Friday, April 12. The criminal complaint charges Scribner with Felony Identity Theft, Obstructing an Officer (repeat offense) and Bail Jumping. Mattila has been charged with Felony Identity Theft and Obstructing an Officer. Hill was charged with Obstructing an Officer. The three defendants had been staying in an apartment with Etchison and originally told
10 years sharing joy of writing BY SHIRLEY SCHMIDT NEWS@PINECITYMN.COM
Throughout its history, Pine City has been endowed with a rich heritage of creative talent across the gamut of artistic endeavors. From painters to weavers, photographers to actors, musicians to writers – writers are the focus of this story. Pine Writers have met monthly for 10 years. The format of the group is simple. Each member brings something they’ve written to share. The others respond with feedback. There are a wide variety of genres represented by the members. As with any organized group, membership fluctuates. Typically, six regulars attend. Connie Harris and Shelley Odendahl have been with the group from the begin-
ning. The group has switched homes several times, but Pine Center for the Arts is the spot the writers meet the second Sunday of each month from 5-7 p.m. Each member represents a unique perspective, style of writing, skill sets and goals. Current members share some background and thoughts about what the group has meant to them. • Connie Harris: Connie keeps the group informed of meeting times and locations. “While living in Grasston, before joining the group, I had never even been to Pine City. But, now it’s my second hometown. I have come to care for everyone in the group. I’ve learned so much about writing and friendship through participation with
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On Thursday, May 9, the Magnificent Red Hatters will enjoy lunch and a wine tasting at Ann River Winery, located at 1999 180th Avenue, Mora, MN 55051 at 11:30 a.m. (lunch at noon). To RSVP, and for more information, call Darlene Collins, 320-629-4684.
The Women’s Christian Connection will meet Monday, May 13, 7 p.m., in Tobies’ Big Kettle Room in Hinckley for an evening themed, “Letting our Treasures Shine.” Special feature will be presented by Pam Matheson of D’Ears Jewelry. Music guest will be Abby Holmes with vocal and guitar selections. Guest speaker will be Tina Young who will share on the subject of “Joyful Living Surrounded by Grief.” Reservations may be made by calling 320-384-6413 or 320-245-2783; walk-ins are also welcome.
Ruby’s Pantry A special Ruby’s Pantry food distribution to benefit the Pine City Dragonettes will take place Thursday, May 9 from 5 - 6:30 p.m. at the Pine City Civic Center. For more information call 320-496-3009 or visit www. rubyspantry.org.
FRIDAY - SUNDAY MAY 10 - 12 St. Croix Valley Pottery Tour On Mother’s Day weekend, May 10-12, eight Minnesota potters will host 54 guest artists from 17 U.S. states and England, and open their studios to the public for the 27th annual St. Croix Valley Pottery Tour. The self-guided tour will take place 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Friday and Saturday and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Sunday. Admission is free. Guest artists, maps, historical information and more can be found at minnesotapotters.com.
SATURDAY MAY 11 ‘Oh you beautiful doll’ tea party On Saturday, May 11 all ages are invited to an “Oh you beautiful doll” tea party, 2-4 p.m., at the Pine City History Museum in Askov. There will be tea, coffee, goodies, music, stories and door prizes. Bring your dolls and their stories to the event. Admission is by free will donation. RSVPs are requested; call the museum at 320-838-1607 or Helen Clarke at 320-237-3661.
‘The Lost Forest’ Scout & Morgan Books is delighted to welcome author Phyllis Root and author and illustrator Betsy Bowen to the Isanti County Historical Society in Cambridge for a special event for all ages on Saturday, May 11 from 10-11:30 a.m. They will share their new book, “The Lost Forest,” the true story of how loggers missed 144 acres of pines in 1882 that remain today. For more information contact Judith Kissner at 763-689-2474.
Summer Gardening Series On Monday, May 13, 6 p.m., the public is invited to the free Pine City Community Garden Summer Gardening Series “Preparing and Planting Your Garden” session at the garden location at 10 SE 3rd St. or, in the event of rain, at the Pine County Courthouse Board Room in Pine City. For more information contact the Pine County Extension office at 800657-3813 Ext. #3 or email Terry. Salmela@co.pine.mn.us.
TUESDAY MAY 14 Solar Energy Class Visit the home of the Amman family and learn how they make the most of their solar energy system. Meet at the Pine City High School parking lot at 6 p.m. before heading to the location. Reservations appreciated – contact Jane Leverenz at 612-250-1282.
Family Law Clinic The Refuge Network is sponsoring a free, open to the public, Family Law Clinic on Tuesday, May 14, 4 p.m., at Family Pathways in Mora (214 Railroad Ave. NW). Attendees will learn the basics on dissolutions and custody, receive helpful materials and have questions answered by an attorney. There may be an opportunity for two individuals to meet with an attorney after. Consultations will be on a first come, first serve basis. Visit www.familypathways.org or call Kari at 320-679-1737 with questions and to confirm attendance.
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City-wide garage sale The Pine City city-wide Parade of Garage Sales begins at 7 a.m. on Saturday, May 11. Check the May 5 edition of the Advertiser or the May 9 edition of the Pioneer for a full listing of sale locations and details.
The Pine County Genealogical Society will meet at the Pine City Public Library at 12:30 p.m. on Wednesday, May 15. Two members will share their family books they created. The group will first enjoy lunch at the American Legion at 11:30
wildlife stewardship, emphasizing water quality. The public is welcome; stop at the VFW for coffee, juice, rolls or lunch. For more information email lynquilt@msn.com.
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The Pine City American Legion Auxiliary Poppy Days will be Wednesday through Friday, May 15, 16 and 17. The Auxiliary will be distributing poppies at various locations in Pine City to help remember our veterans and their sacrifices for our country. Donations of any amount are sincerely appreciated in return for a poppy to proudly wear during May. Proceeds from poppy donations are used only for programs to benefit veterans and their families. Email sylsever@gmail. com with any questions.
On Friday, May 17 Pine Center for the Arts, downtown Pine City, will host a comedy performance by Elisa Mill at 7 p.m. This is a limited seating event with tickets available online at www.pinecenter.org. Call 320629-4924 with any questions.
THURSDAY MAY 16 Senior High Choir Pops Concert The Senior High Choir Pops Concert will be Thursday, May 16 at 7:30 p.m. Everyone is invited to attend this free concert held in the PCHS auditorium. Call 320-629-4131 or email jkrinke@isd578.org for more information.
Rush City Garden Club plant sale The Rush City Garden Club will be holding their annual plant sale on Thursday, May 16 from 7-9 a.m. at 51445 Forest Blvd., Rush City. There will be a wide variety of plants and flowers, as well as coffee and cookies. Proceeds are used to provide annual scholarships for local students. Any questions: Jean Hoffman, Rush City Garden Club; 320-358-3189.
Minnesota in the Vietnam War Minnesota history reenactor Arn Kind will bring his new “Minnesota in the Vietnam War” presentation on Thursday, May 16, 6 p.m., at the Pine City Public Library. Kind, a teacher of 42 years, will don the uniform of a typical American soldier and present on one of the most fascinating yet controversial eras in the history of our nation and world. All ages are welcome, and no registration is necessary. Call the library at 320-629-6403 with any questions. Local fifth grade students will be attending the 20th Pokegama Lake Association’s Freshwater Fair on Thursday, May 16 from 8 a.m.- 2 p.m. Held at the Pine County Fairgrounds, the fair features 16 learning stations covering a variety of topics on environmental and
SATURDAY MAY 18 Cross Lake/Snake River membership meeting On Saturday, May 18 the public is invited to the May membership meeting of the Cross Lake/Snake River Association at 11 a.m. at the Pine City Country Club. It’s a great opportunity to hear what is going on, become a member, hear about all the upcoming activities and meet some new people. For more information email Crosslakeassociation@gmail.com or visit the Facebook page: Cross Lake/Snake River Association.
Pokegama Lake Association The monthly meeting of the Pokegama Lake Association will be Saturday, May 18 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.
Public Safety Day The community is invited to Pine County’s free Public Safety Day on Saturday, May 18 from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. in the Pine County Courthouse north parking lot. There will be free kids’ fingerprinting, child safety seat checks, visits from McGruff the Crime Dog, Smokey the Bear, Eddie the Eagle and much more. Call the Pine County Sheriff’s Office for information.
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THURSDAY 5/9 TOPS-Take Off Pounds Sensibly: Pine City Library Community Room, 4:30-5:30 p.m. Teen AA/NA: 6:30 p.m., Teen Focus Center, Rush City NAMI peer support: Cambridge Medical Ctr., 6:30 p.m. Pine City VFW Auxiliary: Pine City, VFW Post #4258, 6:30 p.m. SUNDAY 5/12 AA (Big Book-open mtg.): Evangelical Free Church, 7 p.m. Mary: 320-438-9121 MONDAY 5/13 Celebrate Recovery: Pine City, Journey North Church, 6 p.m. Pine City School Board: District office at PCHS, 6:30 p.m. AA: 7:30 p.m., Our Redeemer Lutheran Church TUESDAY 5/14 American Legion & Auxiliary: Pine City American Legion, 7 p.m. Pine County Republicans: 7:30 p.m., Tobies, Hinckley WEDNESDAY 5/15 Woodcarving club: Askov, 9 a.m., Pine Co. History Museum Al-Anon: 725 2nd Ave. SW, Pine City, 12 p.m., 612-387-6094, David Focus on Ability: 1:30 p.m., Chisago Co. Snr. Ctr., North Branch Pine City Toastmasters: 7 p.m., Pine Center for the Arts, Pine City AA: 8 p.m., Rock Creek Community Center
SENIOR DINING May 13 - 17 Monday: Sweet and sour pork, rice, oriental vegetable mix, lettuce salad with dressing, mandarin oranges Tuesday: Swiss steak in Spanish sauce, paprika potatoes, baked beans, wheat bread, baked cinnamon apple slices Wednesday: Chicken salad on wheat, green pea salad, pickled beets, lemon bar Thursday: Liver and onions or salisbury steak, whipped potatoes with gravy, mixed vegetables, wheat bread, fruit cocktail dessert Friday: Pizza party- Pizza casserole, seasoned green beans, Italian lettuce salad, wheat bread, ice box cake
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On Monday, May 20 those interested in re-energizing the Pine City Beyond the Yellow Ribbon program are invited to a meeting at 5:30 p.m. at the Pine City Armory, 1305 Main Street. The group’s mission is to provide support, resources and guidance to area veterans, active service members and their families. Chair members and volunteers are needed. Email pinecitybyr@gmail.com or call 320-629-7541 with any questions.
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PINECITYMN.COM TOP STORIES Below are last week’s most read stories on the Pine City Pioneer website at: www.pinecitymn. com 1. Community gathers to honor, mourn Wynn: Hundreds of community members and first responders from across the state came to the Pine City Civic Center on Friday, April 26 to pay their last respects to Pine City’s DNR Conservation Officer Eugene Wynn. 2. Curtis W. Leverton - obituary 3. Conservation officer dies on Cross Lake: Pine City’s DNR Conservation Officer Eugene Wynn was killed and a Pine County deputy hospitalized after the two men were thrown from their boat while searching Cross Lake on April 19. Are you a current print subscriber? Your subscription includes complimentary access to all of the Pine City Pioneer digital content. To access it, go to www.pinecitymn.com. Sign in or create an account. Select “Subscribe” in the top left corner. Choose “Online access for current print subscribers - Get Started” and follow the on screen instructions.
CONTACT YOUR REPRESENTATIVES PRESIDENT DONALD TRUMP 1600 Pennsylvania Ave. Washington, D.C. 20500 • Comments: 202-456-1111 or www.whitehouse.gov/contact/ • Switchboard: 202-456-1414 Fax: 202-456-4561 CONGRESSMAN PETE STAUBER • 8TH CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICT 126 Cannon HOB, Washington, DC 20515 • 202-225-6211 or Cambridge City Hall, 300 3rd Avenue NE, Cambridge, MN 55008 • stauber.house.gov/contact/email-me U.S. SENATOR AMY KLOBUCHAR 302 Hart Senate Office Building Washington, D.C. 20510 • 202-224-3244 Fax: 202228-2186 or 1200 Washington Ave. S. Room 250, Minneapolis, MN 55415 • 612-727-5220 Toll Free: 888-224-9043. U.S. SENATOR TINA SMITH 309 Hart Senate Office Building Washington, D.C. 20510 • 202-224 5641 or 515 W. 1st St., Suite 104 Duluth, MN 55802 • 218722-2390 GOVERNOR TIM WALZ 130 State Capitol 75 Rev Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd St. Paul, MN 55155 • 651-201-3400 Fax: 651-797-1850 • Toll Free: 800-657-3717 STATE REPRESENTATIVE NATHAN NELSON • DISTRICT 11B 393 State Office Building, St. Paul, MN 55155 • rep.nathan.nelson@house.mn • 651-296-0518. STATE SENATOR JASON RARICK • DISTRICT 11 3411 Minnesota Senate Building, 75 University Ave, Saint Paul, Minnesota 55155 • 651-296-1508 • sen.jason.rarick@senate. mn.
Saying goodbye with grace When tragedy strikes, you hope that the community you live in and love will rise to the occasion. In the last couple of weeks, I am proud to say, Pine City did. The death of Conservation Officer Eugene Wynn was a huge loss to those who knew and loved him. They’re the ones we need to be keeping foremost in our thoughts and prayers now and in the days and years ahead. But his death affected us all. And all over the area, people stepped up to help, to do whatever they could. Cassandra Olson, who helps run Editor’s Three Twenty Brewing Co. with her husband Nick, wrote an amazing deSoapbox scription of exactly this in a long post on Facebook. Mike “Let me tell you a little bit about living in a small town,” she wrote. Gainor Olson said she found out that Minnesota DNR Conservation Officers were posted at Swanson’s Funeral Chapel 24 hours a day as an honor guard for Wynn for the six days leading up to the funeral, and immediately helped get the Pine Area Lions involved to bring them food, snacks, soda, water and treats. “This is where God stepped in and put me there at exactly the right moment,” Olson said. She ran into the woman who was there to coordinate meals for those standing guard. “I said, ‘Hold on – I know a lot of the local restaurant owners and I am sure they would be willing to help.’” And within a few hours she had four meals a day covered and donated by local businesses. Support for them – and the funeral – came from Cabin Coffees, The Village Bar & Grill, Froggy’s Bar & Grill, Mom’s Parkside Cafe, Vannelli’s Landing, Chubbys Sports Bar & Grill, Pizza Hut, Nicoll’s Cafe, Chris’ Food Center, Pizza Pub, American Legion Post 51, Three Twenty Brewing Co., More Than Sprouts, Subway and Walmart. “I imagine a lot of people feel the same as Nick and I do– that we are feeling sad and don’t know what we can do to help, so we do the little we can,” she wrote. “Well,
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everyone’s actions, big and small, add up to make a big difference.” So many things had to happen. Civic center board members and volunteers removed glass, set up chairs and cleaned up the landscaping. A new layer of gravel was put in and graded at the old Car City lot across from the high school. At the Pine City Fire Station on Thursday night, volunteers spent hours dying white roses blue with the aid of Backing the Blue Line, a group which supports families of fallen officers. At the Pine City Armory, on the day of the funeral, organizers had lunch ready for more than a thousand people. It was a lot of other things too. It was all the students and staff at the elementary and high schools wearing blue on April 28, and the blue ribbons worn by Pine City’s sports teams. It was the spontaneous gestures of grief and support. The family waving American flags after the funeral in the parking lot of Chris’ Foods, and the beautiful poem “We Didn’t Have to Know You” sent into the Pioneer by Lacy Johnson. And so much more. I’m sure I’m just scratching the surface here, and I apologize to everyone I’ve missed and thank them all sincerely for their contributions. At the funeral, Pastor Tim Adams talked about how proud he was of Pine City for coming together in support of the Wynn family. And DNR Colonel Rodmen Smith spoke about how much that support meant to everyone involved the week before the funeral. “Community members and local businesses have come together to offer whatever they can,” Smith said. “Everyone wants to pitch in. Everyone wants to help. Everyone wants to give back.” All these people, together, helped give this tragic moment grace, dignity and meaning. “Small town, HUGE hearts,” Olson wrote. I couldn’t agree more. MIKE GAINOR is the editor of the Pine City Pioneer. Contact him at editor@pinecitymn.com or 320-322-5241.
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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR ‘St. Croix’ name remains To the Editor: As I meet with people around the district these days, there are two issues being moved forward by Minnesota House Democrats that have most of them fired up: increasing the gas tax by 20-cents per gallon and renaming the St. Croix State Park after former Vice President Walter Mondale. There’s good news to report on one of these topics, as I have reached an agreement with House leadership on keeping the name St. Croix State Park in place. The change is this: the bill’s author will now propose renaming a section of the St. Croix River as the “Walter F. Mondale Scenic Riverway,” and renaming existing structures after the former Vice President, including the visitors’ center at St. Croix State Park. To me this is the best of both worlds. Nearly 2,000 residents signed a petition asking that the name of our state park be left alone, and the reasons why are not a surprise. Generations of local families have made St. Croix State Park a part of their lives. This is a very personal issue for them, especially considering they weren’t consulted on a name change in the first place. Without the input of concerned citizens, there is little doubt this name would have changed – likely with little publicity. Instead, the name St. Croix State Park will remain. We can and should honor the work that Vice President Mondale has done, but we should also honor and preserve the name St. Croix State Park. This agreement will accomplish both of these goals, and my thanks go out to everyone in our area who spoke out against this proposal and made their voices heard. You made a difference. Rep. Nathan Nelson District 11B
Pokegama Township must repair Island Resort Road To the Editor: Island Resort Road is the only entrance road to Woischke’s Mobile Home Park. I have lived at the park for 20 years and have had a trailer in the park for 35 years. I drive up and down this road all the time. I feel it is time the public and especially residents of Pokegama Township hear about how bad this road is with potholes. In order to navigate the road at this time you have to weave around the holes like an Indy driver. Residents of the Park and Bill Woischke went to a Pokegama Township meeting a couple of years ago to express our concerns and ask the Pokegama Township Board to consider repaving this road. Mr. Deutschlander gaveled us out of order and wouldn’t let us speak. After much arguing back and forth several residents were allowed to speak. The Board said there was no money in the budget to repave this road. He said the only answer would be to dig up the blacktop and take the road back to gravel. This was the condition of the road when we first came up here 35 years ago. Since then Woischke has paid to have the road repaved sever-
al times out of his own pocket even though it is a township road and maintenance is up to the township. Last week I heard a segment on Channel 4 about the state gas tax of 28% and how it is divided between state, county, municipalities and cities to be used on road repair. My question to the Pokegama Township is – what are you doing with the money and why can’t our road be repaved? I encourage any residents that have had damage done to their cars or trucks to send the repair bill to the township for their lack of concern about repairing this road correctly. Filling in the potholes once in awhile (but not often) is not the answer. They should be held responsible for damage this road has done to our vehicles. I am hoping by putting light on this problem that more Pokegama Township residents that use this road will contact the Board and express their concerns. The Pokegama Board may be reached at Pokegama Township, 18336 Town Hall Road, Pine City, MN 55063; phone: 320-629-3719; or email them at pokegamatownhall@yahoo.com. These are our taxes and our roads and we deserve to know how the money is being spent and be able to drive on our roads without having to worry about damage to our vehicles. Carolyn Kolar Resident of Pokegama Township
County, township zoning will need to co-exist To the Editor: County zoning could be good for Pine County, but only if the county understands they will need to work with the townships and their zoning ordinances. A recent proposal from the county board suggests they enact a county-wide land use ordinance. While many Minnesota counties have a land use ordinance, the May 1 “Five Reasons” article on the proposal missed important points and leads readers to incorrect conclusions. First, townships may enact a township zoning ordinance even if the county adopts an ordinance. Contrary to the Five Reasons article, township zoning ordinances do not go away when the county enacts its ordinance. State law explains that when a county enacts a zoning ordinance, the townships may have an ordinance that is ‘consistent’ with the county ordinance. That means the townships may have zoning rules that are as strict or stricter than the county ordinance. Pine County townships with a zoning ordinance may need to update their ordinances, but they will continue to have them if they want. This creates a two-track zoning system in which landowners will need to comply with both county and township zoning ordinances. It does not create a one-stop shop for zoning unless each township abandons their ordinance. If the county adopts an ordinance, the county and township ordinances will need to co-exist. Other townships and counties have shown that is possible by clear understandings of each other’s authority and limits. For example, town-
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ships must understand that the county ordinance sets the starting point for zoning. The county must understand the townships can enact stricter rules on the same subjects and the county cannot overrule the townships. Second, where others complain about “inconsistencies,” townships see local control in action. While they may be less convenient for developers to comply with, the rules in each township exist to meet that community’s land use expectations. Rather than five county commissioners setting zoning rules for every property in the county, the township ordinances allow local elected officials to set policies best suited to their area. As described earlier, the inconsistencies will remain even if the county adopts a zoning ordinance. Third, townships are not required to adopt a zoning ordinance so those that do understand the burdens they take on. They employ zoning administrators and attorneys to help them. They receive many of the same trainings that county officers receive to administer zoning. Townships usually enact zoning control when the county rules do not adequately meet the standard expected within the township. Some townships may choose to abandon their zoning ordinance and allow the county ordinance to govern their township. Other townships, though, will continue to enforce their ordinances. Fourth, the Five Reasons article did not discuss any costs the county would be taking on to administer its own ordinance. Would those costs be paid by raising taxes, cutting other services, or demanding more of the current county
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The fickle season To the Editor: Many times, spring turns out to be a very unpredictable season. This year is no exception. Ever since the snow melted many of us have started to make plans for the next time of the year. Yards are being prepared. Our flower gardens have been staked out for future seeds that will be in grandeur in a few weeks. Lately the temperature reached almost to the 70s. Then that weather person announced the possibility of snow. What happened? I only can say, “This is spring in Minnesota.” Oh well. I know June will be better. Dale Kuzel Pine City
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Just look for the parade of garage sales signs. You’ll find great bargains at sales all within the area! Sales start at 7 a.m.
1. Sale Westchester Village - Apts 525 Westchester Dr NE, Pine City Fri., May 10, 8am-2pm. “Whale of a Sale.” Household items and more. 2. Sale 25925 W. Frontage Rd., Brook Park Women’s clothing - plus size, furniture, housewares. 3. Multi-Family Sale 16197 Norwood Ln., Pine City Thurs.-Sat., May 9, 10, 11, 8am-5pm daily. Something for everyone! Household items, golf clubs, retro collectibles, sewing machine, snowblower, books, electronics, cement mixer, hutch. 4. East Central Minnesota Pride in the Park 922 7th St. SW, Pine City Variety of treasures, baked goods, plants, popcorn wagon! 5. Multi-Family Sale 650 10th St. SW, Pine City Fri., May 10, noon-4:30pm; Sat., May 11, 7am-4pm. Girls’ clothes - NB-5T, women’s L-2X, men’s L-XL, household items, toys, baby items, shoes, TV, Thirty-One, etc. 6. Cross Lake/Snake River Association 651-230-6986 16314 Edgewater Rd NE “Potentially” Huge Huge Sale! Items donated by large group of association and community members! Wide variety of items! Must see! All proceeds go toward water quality efforts on Cross Lake/ Snake River. Come support us! Donated items welcome! Contact crosslakeassociation@ gmail.com | 651-230-6986. 7. Sale 25956 Maple Tree Ln., Pine City Fri., Sat. & Sun., May 10, 11 & 12, 7am-5pm. Lots of household items, kitchen stuff, etc. 8. Multiple Families at Boondoggle Winery 31575 St. Croix Rd., Pine City 7am-2pm. Tools and equipment, swimming pool, filter, etc., dog houses, household old and kitchen items.
9. Louise Sherry 15465 Edgewater Rd. NE, Pine City (off Airport N. of fairgrounds) Wine barrel dog bed, very old wicker plant stand, 1930s wicker table, Pyrex, lots of unique items, many old. 10. Darlene & Arnie Smetana, Beth Curry 56390 Keystone Ave., Pine City Sat., May 11 & Wed., May 15. 7am-2pm. No Early Birds. LP Gas Range, brown recliner and chest freezer free, snowblower, some clothes, 2 parts tractors, many miscellaneous items. 11. Sale 455 7th Ave. NE, Pine City Movable butcher block, items still in original boxes, stools, small white dressers, home décor, more. 12. Sale 14139 Tanglewood Ln., Pine City Downsizing. Larson Runabout 115hp, 20’ pontoon, rototiller, household items, some tools, Craftsmans radial arm saw, 2 wheel car trailer. 13. Lynn Walz/Drewa 10275 Park Circle, Pokegama Estates, Pine City Fri., May 10, 4-8pm. Furniture, home decorations, beds, desks, TV stand and more (queen, softside waterbed). 14. Sale 445 4th Ave NE, Pine City 8am-3pm. Troy-Bilt steel snowplow, Wii, dollhouse, baby bottles, bike trailer, mirror, misc. 15. Carrie Hofstad 320-629-7537 539 Main St. S., Pine City (sale will be in basement of office) Household furnishings and furniture, men’s, women’s and children’s clothing, office furnishings, lots of misc. items. 16. Blumhoefer 320-629-5060 435 8th St. SW, Pine City Big Sale! We are downsizing. 40 years of stuff. Furniture, antiques, tools, toys and household items.
17. Sale 220 4th Ave. SE. Boat, boat lift, canoe, 2 ATVs, trailer, household and office items. 18. Sale 651-235-0174 12917 Sunset Trl. S. Follow pink signs from Cty. Rd. 7 & 53. May 8, 9 & 10, 9am-6pm; May 11, 9am-4pm. Lots and lots of rubber stamps, baby and toddler stuff, household, red hat, vintage toys, no tools. 19. Kayla Gahler & Amanda Essen 725 Highview Loop SE, Pine City Also Fri., May 10. Women’s clothes, home décor, seasonal décor, furniture - couch, desk, bar stools, blankets, home goods. 20. Sale 7465 560th St. Fri., May 10, 5pm - Sun., May 12, 5pm. Tools, toys, baby, Harley parts, John Deere,ATV, Stihl, games, trailers, fishing, camper, women’s 2X/3X, Chevy engine, car, kitty-cat, generators, cages, hunting, movies, books, Landon’s breakfast/ lunch and snack shack, décor. 21. Connacker & Vacinek/Enger 112 6th Ave. SE, Pine City (across from nursing home) Sat., May 11, 7amTons of girls’ sz. 6, 7/8, 10/12, clothes, toys, misc. household, guys stuff, lots of hunting clothing, plus size women’s clothing, tons of everything! 22. Sale 410 Main St. S., Pine City Fri., May 10, 2pm-6pm; Sat., May 11, 7am-2pm. Books, household items, miscellaneous clothing, etc., some small furniture. 23. First Presbyterian Pine City 405 Main St. S, Pine City 7am-Noon. GREAT GIVEAWAY Free Garage Sale. Everything is free. Food available to purchase from youth. Homemade baked goods and hot dog lunch. 24. Sale 1015 3rd Ave. SW, Pine City Jewelry, shoes and boots, Avon, household items, furniture, cookie jars, misc. fence and greenhouse p parts, stained glass tools a supplies, treadmill. and 2 Sale 25. 1 18904 Edgewater Rd., Pine C City T Tools, knickknacks, clothes, o outboard motor, carpet sh shampooer, 16’ Forester, I.O like new. I.O. 26 Sale 26. 21 1st Ave. SE, Pine City 215 (in town 2 blocks N. of Vil Village Bar) Ho Housewares, lawn mower, pai paintings and frames.
27. Sauter/Shermer 19982 Northern Rd. SE, Pine City Multi-family, clothes, household, décor, 24’ ladder, 1-man fishhouse, drill press, engine lift, concrete nail gun, platform scale, creeper. 28. Sale 18424 Pioneer Rd, Pine City (about 1 mile from McDonald’s in Pine on 11) Fri.-Sun., May 10-12, 8am5pm Lots of items. There is something for everyone. Too much to list. Come check us out. 29. Karen Stumne, Kristen Struss & Families 660 2nd St. NE, Pine City Fri., May 10, 8am-?; Sat., May 11, 7am-2pm. Tankless water heater, household, M-W-T clothing, tons of stuff, gas range, new screen door, 2013 Polaris Sportsmens 500, antique rocker and desk, tomatoes and pepper plants. 30. Sale 577 Chadwood Ln. SW, Pine City Fri., May 10, 8am-5pm, Sat., May 11, 7am-4pm. Adult clothing, household, homemade potholders, homeschool books, microscope, HO trains - Walthers, Bachmann, Rivarossi, chicken supplies, Keipper coops, cages and brooders. 31. Jacqueline Hanson & Anna Rydberg 320-237-5256 18290 Creekside Court, Pine City (2 miles west of McDonald’s on Henriette Rd. or 11) May 8, 9, 10 & 11 9am-5pm. 3-Family Garage Sale. Fur scarves, jewelry, kids’ clothes - teens’ clothes, pottery, Longenberger baskets and pottery, some furniture. 32. Sale 15 2nd St. SE, Pine City Fri., May 10, 3-7pm; Sat., May 11, 7am-4pm. Girls’ infant to 18mo., boys’ infant to size 8, wrestling shoes size 13, Eddie Bauer cradle, high chair, walkers, play stand, baby swing, adult clothes, household and lots more. 33. Cassie Gerner 8496 580th St., Pine City (follow signs south of high school on 61) Tons of girls’ clothes size 16-women’s X-large, men’s clothing and lots of misc. stuff. 34. Cindy Collins-Faur 810-625-5016 477 7th Ave. NE, Pine City Misc. moving items. 35. Vern & Emily Mullen 220 1st Ave. SE, Pine City Fishing, electronics, clothes. 36. Plasek, Newman 21045 Northern Rd., Pine City Purging houses sale:
Household, clothing, shoes, size 3T boys, furniture, lawn décor, vintage and antiques, guy stuff, toys. 37. Tim & Lindsey Welch, Amy & Jake Meier 483 9th Ave. NE, Pine City Push mowers, charcoal grill, fly fishing, kids’ clothes/toys, baby, movies, CDs, game systems/games, books, music equip., hunting, collectibles, household, tools. 38. Jenny Sundermeyer 545 2nd St. SE, Pine City Women’s and men’s clothing, household, Intex pool, misc., some girls’ clothing, lots of items $1 or less, free stuff too. 39. Sale 916 7th St. SW, Pine City Sat., May 11, 7am-2pm. Weber gas grill, sewing machine, jewelry, books, shelves, Franciscan ware, glassware, craft items, shelves, mirror, fishing rods, tools, clothes and much more. 40. Joy Pogones 21114 Oak Grove Dr., Pine City Sat., May 11, 7am-4pm. House for sale, craft items, stamps, household items, books, garden,clothing, lots of items. 41. Estate Sale 29323 Sunny Hill Rd., Brook Park Furniture, household, appliances, tools, gardening, kids’ stuff, bounce house and more! 42. Carl and Carole Anderson 320-629-6300 35 2nd St. SE, Pine City Fri. & Sat., May 10 & 11 Outside nativity, 14 lighted pieces, plus stable, hand crafted furniture, lots of tools, household, old J.D. calendars and more. 43. Multi-Family Sale 315 2nd St. NE Fri., May 10, 9am-?; Sat., May 11, 7am-? Girls 3T-7/8, boys 4T-10/12, baby stuff, toys, bikes, Power Wheels, books, DVDs, women’s L-3X, men’s L-3X, patio set, tools, décor, craft, jewelry, lots of cool stuff! 44. Sale 8205 560th St., Pine City Fri. & Sat., May 10 & 11, 7am-2pm. Men’s stuff, women’s stuff, yard and garage and home. 45. Sale 15576 Edgewater Rd. NE, Pine City Presale Fri., May 10, 6-8pm. Men’s, women’s and 2T boys’ clothes, end tables, floor lamp, recliner, rocker, crib, bassinet, tools, toys. 46. Sale 15632 Brunswick Rd., Pine City Fri., May 10, 8am-4pm; Sat., May 11, 8am-4pm. Household items, toys, books, tools, garden equipment, skis and skiing
equipment, dolls, games, DVDs, electronics and home décor. 47. Stephan, Gramse, Peterson 560 8th St. SW, Pine City Fri., May 10, 7am-5pm; Sat., May 11, 7am-? Girls’ 3/6 months - 10/12, boys’ 12/18 months-24 months, kids’ toys/books, Frozen Power Wheels jeep, women’s/men’s clothes all sizes, tools, household items. 48. Sale 9726 Pole Road, Grasston 30 years of stuff! Too much to list. 49. Nancy Lucht - Priced to Sell! 1630 Airwaves Rd. NE, Pine City Fri., May 10, 5-7pm; Sat., May 11, 7am-2pm. Name brands - jr/women’s clothing, guys’ clothing, home décor, kitchenware, bed/bath, yard/garden, furniture, holiday items, too much to list. 50. Sale 425 Riverview SE, Pine City Fri. & Sat., May 10 & 11 Crockpots, silverware, bowls, air mattress, throws and misc. 51. Mr. Syverson 310 2nd Ave. NE 9am-2pm. Doors (storm, screen), attic ladder, luggage, glass top table, kids’ pool, table, stools, kitchen stuff, ice skates. 52. Sale 200 1st Ave. SE, Pine City 7am-3pm. Art, jewelry, floral arrangements, books, clothing, prints, electronics. 53. Brittney Brandys & Michelle Valvoda 805 Golf Ave. SW, Pine City Sat., May 11, 9am-2pm. Designer clothes and purses, baby girls’ clothes, baby swing, bassinet. 54. Sale 615 North Ridge Dr. NW, Pine City Men’s - women’s children’s - lots of brand name. 55. Sale 825 8th St. SW, Pine City 8am-2pm. Small acoustic piano, adult tricycle, miscellaneous. 56. 3 Families & Part Estate Sale 15095 Edgewater Rd. NE, Pine City May 8-12, 8am-5pm. Way too much to list. Some vintage furniture. 1959 14’ Larson (bring a trailer), NASCAR Jr Sr Gordon. 57. Frontline - Pine City Evangelical Free Church 320-629-2584 625 Golf Ave., Pine City Tues., May 7, 4-7pm; Wed., May 8, 8am-4pm; Sat., May 11, 7am-2pm. Donated items for sale to help with mission trip costs.
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The Pine City Chamber welcomed Brittany Harrell with Queen B’s Cleaning Services as a new member this month. Offering a variety of cleaning services, Queen B’s would love the opportunity to provide you with a quote for services. In home cleaning, business cleaning, new construction and more! For more information, contact Brittany Harrell at (763) 381-1438 Don’t forget to join us for this month’s Happy Hour at Wings North. All attendees for Chamber Networking events will be entered into the “Networking in 2019” drawing to win a $200 Chamber Bucks prize to be awarded at the December event. Members are also encouraged to bring a first time guest to a networking event and receive a bonus entry into the drawing. Watch our website, social media sites and our monthly Chamber Chat for upcoming events…. like the next Chamber Happy Hour event on Thursday, May 16
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At the April 27 IMAGE Art Show we asked...
What inspires you?
The quality of artists that we have in our region. Alana Peterson - Pine City
So many things. But I have to really single it down to nature and love for people – loving everybody, really. I don’t think that there’s anything more important than loving each other.
A lot of artwork incorporates a message behind it. I really enjoy stuff that’s environmental because I want to ... develop things that are clean and renewable.
Doing a job and having done it well. Fran Levings - Cloverton
Beautiful art inspires me. Horses inspire me. Being outdoors inspires me. And sunshine inspires me – it makes me happy. Sharon Maue - Pine City
Lots of things inspire me. Nature ... a line in a poem. Sometimes it will be people or something that happens. Lots of different things!
Stephen Ice - Cambridge Kristen Webster - Pine City
Jane Leverenz - Pine City
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Pine Center for the Arts welcomes 15 regional artists to the 2019 Black and White exhibit opening Friday, May 10. “We’re so excited to bring the black and white show back to Pine Center for the Arts,” said Shawnda Schelinder, Pine Center for the Arts board president. “It was a great opportunity for new artists to show their work for the first time. We also have some local favorites coming back. Our artists have submitted paintings, drawings, photography, glass and more.” Artists include: Michelle Anderson, Pam Daiker, Stephanie Dickinson, Angela Filler, Michelle Malley, John McPherson, Justine Naylon, Lisa Olson, Russell Peterson, Shawnda Schelinder, Peg Skalicky, Barry Stevens and Al Wolter. Artists and the public are invited to a special Art After Work reception from 4-6 p.m. on Friday, May 10. Light appetizers and wine will be served. The gallery continues through June 5. Located in Pine City, Pine Center for the Arts has been serving the Pine City area since 2009. With a variety of programming opportunities, the non-profit, volunteer-led facility is a gathering place for artisans and art lovers alike. Artists interested in displaying their work or teaching others their skills are welcome to contact Pine Center for the Arts. For more information, see www.pinecenter.org.
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“Loon” by Michelle Anderson will be one of the works on display in the show starting Friday, May 10.
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I met a woman riding horseback in the woods. As I stopped to let her pass, she looked at me intently and said: “I do believe you are the ugliest man I ever saw.” Said I, “Madam, you are probably right, but I can’t help it.” “No,” said she, “you can’t help it, but you might stay at home.” - Abraham Lincoln
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Board of Health advises dumping refuse in the river in 1894 10 Years Ago, 2009 Darrell Williamson is the 2009 Veterans of Foreign Wars School Bus Driver of the Year for Pine City. Williamson was nominated by fellow drivers at Westerman Bus Co. He has been transporting Pine City area children in a professional and caring manner for four years. Jim Zaun was the presenter of the award from VFW Post 4258 and Ladies Auxiliary. The latest event in the Horizons program Years series was a community rally – or visionAgo ing session – at the Armory last Sunday. Kim The 18-month program David is meant to reduce poverty, train leaders and empower people in the community to become leaders. The city will receive $10,000 in grant funds to spend on watching their visions come true. The event went very well, said local organizer Lezlie Ballis. “We had approximately 180 people in attendance, which was short of our goal of 300 and the threshold that the Horizons program had set of 472 (or 15 percent of the population),” she said. “However, the weather was absolutely gorgeous so I imagine it was hard for some people to justify sitting indoors for three hours.” “We had invited the public to come and vote on what their hopes and themes for the community would be, and then the Horizons staff puts those themes and hopes into a vision for the community,” she said. The vision was created to be: “Welcome to Pine City where people live, work and play. Our beautiful city offers many recreational choices, community events and an active arts community. Youth are healthy, active and drug-free and a part of a positive multi-generational culture. Energy is renewable and sustainable. We welcome change that makes our community better, and we welcome you to visit or stay and live here with us.”
25 Years Ago, 1994 Mike Sauser was honored by the Pine City Planning Commission and the City Council recently for his “tireless work on the Riverside Park project.” The planning award also recognized Sauser, his wife, Mary Ellen, and his mother Jeanne, for their work to improve the appearance of their business, Sauser’s Hardware. Candy Ames nominated Sauser for the award, citing him as a good role model for young people in the community. The age old story of “Robin Hood” will be coming to us with a new twist when presented by Pine City fifth and sixth graders who are interested in the
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1994 Science Olympiad Aerodynamics was one of the competitive events chosen by Dan Teich, left, and Grant Nicoll, two Pine City participants in the Science Olympiad on Saturday. All events contained a science lesson or theme with the chance for plenty of fun and laughter mixed in. Teich and Nicoll are shown making paper airplanes which they would fly toward a target.
dramatic arts. Joey Bombard plays the heroic crusader Robin Hood in a delightful musical production which will be staged for the public. Jessica Ammann is Maid Marion, Annie Dufresne plays Prince John and Robin’s Merry Men are portrayed by Tyler Bestick, Ron Martini, Nicole Samuelson and Sabrina Pogones. Several other youngsters have roles as well. Senior Pine City Dragon track and field members are this week’s athletes of the week. Chantel Hersbergen is this year’s best long and triple jumper, along with excelling in the 300 meter hurdles. Suzie Misel is part of the 4x100 and 4x200 relay team and also runs sprints for the Dragons. Steph Weichmann is also part of the relay teams and participates in the high jump and sprints. Chelsey Koppen runs lead off for the girls relay teams and has taken part in the 100 meter dash. Kris Zemek is a newcomer to the Dragon team and has been steadily improving in long and triple jumps along with running the 300 hurdles.
50 Years Ago, 1969 Two-thirds of the unprecedented increase in the total of property taxes payable this year is chargeable to school district tax levies, according to the Minnesota Taxpayers Association. Tony Wimmer, Ed Karas and Stuart
Auers, members of the Pine City FFA Horticulture team, won first place in state competition at the 40th annual State FFA convention held in St. Paul. Lakeside Nursing Home has completed its new two-story addition and will host a public open house this Sunday. The 50 by 112 foot block and brick addition will bring the nursing home’s capacity to 90 nursing patients and 29 board and care patients. The new addition houses an occupational therapy room, a dining room and two attractive day rooms overlooking Cross Lake.
75 Years Ago, 1944 The Pine City Fire Department is sponsoring a drive for cigarette money for the boys in the service. Each five cents contributed will buy a package of cigarettes for some boy in the service, and $25 will purchase a case of cigarettes. Mother’s Day gift suggestion from WM M. Challeen: sheer rayon head scarves, floral designs, $1; colorful lunch cloths, 52” sq., $1.95-$3.95; cotton dresses, gingham, prints, fast color, $2.95; dress length of spun rayon, 69¢; greeting cards, 5¢-10¢.
100 Years Ago, 1919 Mr. and Mrs. O.H. Ingram of Sandstone were here last Saturday looking over the Hotel Agnes with a view to leasing it, and Mr. Ingram was down
again on Monday when he completed arrangements with James Hurley, the owner, and the Ingrams expect to take charge on Saturday of this week. Decoration Day, May 30, will be observed at Pine City. Soldiers of the Civil War, the Spanish American War and the World War will join hands in observing the day in memory of the soldiers of our country who have gone over the great divide.
125 Years Ago, 1894 In another column of this week’s issue you will see a notice published by the Board of Health of this city notifying the property owners and residents to clean up their premises and draw all of the refuse matter to the wagon bridge and dump it off into the river from the middle span. What will outsiders say when this notice is read? Do you think for an instant that tourists and fishermen will come here and spend their summer vacation, when they will have a fine beach covered with rubbish to meet their gaze and the stench that will arise from it would put a slaughter house to shame when the warm weather comes. It would be more profitable for the Village to purchase a small tract of land outside the village limits for this purpose, and not spoil the looks of our now beautiful lake and river.
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Spring brings salads, smiles to luncheon The Spring Salad Luncheon at First Presbyterian Church brought scores of hungry Pine City residents in to enjoy a delicious meal made from a wide variety of delectable selections containing the word “salad” – taco salad, macaroni salad, tuna salad, pea salad, potato salad, jell-o salad and more.
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Student Achiever PINE CITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Kinsey Peterson 4th grade
Kinsey is a wonderful student and a joyful learner! She always works hard on any task, no matter how challenging it may be. Her attitude towards school and her peers is a true inspiration to her peers. She is a role model among her classmates for her enthusiasm and diligence in her school work. She achieves high scores in math and reading, and enjoys each subject. Kinsey is also very kind and respectful towards everyone. She is the ҕrst to include someone who is left out. She loves cheering up any sad friend with a smile and loves to laugh and ҕnd the bright side of every situation. I love having her in my class and she brings happiness to my day - every day! I, along with her parents, Troy and Heather, are very proud of her!
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Genoa does a great job in math. Her work is always very organized and neat. She completes all assignments thoroughly and strives to get every answer correct. She asks questions when she needs clariҕcation and always works toward mastery of concepts and skills. Her work stands above and beyond others in her class. She works meticulously and the outcome proves it! She is involved in several clubs and sports as well as maintaining membership in the National Honor Society and working outside of school. She does all of these activities with a smile and positive attitude! Genoa is the daughter of Larry and Kay Gregg.
Rachel Brown is the 6th grade student achiever. Rachel is an incredibly hard worker who holds herself to the highest possible standard. She is diligent in all her school work and goes above and beyond in all academic areas. Her hard work recently won her ҕrst prize in the 6th grade science fair. Rachel is exceptionally kind to other students and is a wonderful model of Dragon Zone behavior. She is helpful and considerate to anyone in need. Rachel loves crocheting, Girl Scouts and horses. She is the daughter of Colleen and Douglas Brown.
Ethan Miklya 10th grade
Rachel Brown 6th grade
Genoa Gregg 12th grade
Ethan was chosen because of his perseverance, determination, dedication, constant smile, extreme effort and positive attitude. Ethan is one of the hardest working students that I know. He previews the lesson, reviews the lesson and practices his Spanish at every opportunity. Anyone who knows Ethan will tell you that his bright smile and positive attitude impacts the people around him every day in an inspiring way! He gives 110% to all that he does; he never gives up; and he maintains a positive attitude through it all! Way to go Ethan! You rock! Ethan is the son of Mike and Janice Miklya.
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Pat (Garnache) Waggoner was born in Winthrop, Massachusetts; at age 13 her family moved to Oxnard, California, as her father was a career military man. From there it was back east to Newport, Rhode Island, where she graduated high school before they moved again, this time to Charleston, South Carolina. She married her high school sweetheart, Bill Waggoner, at age 18, and after five years in the Twin Cities, they moved to Pine City where her husband worked for Coca-Cola Bottling Company. They raised two sons and a daughter. Her occupations have included switchboard operator for Northwestern Bell, waitress at Embers, head cashier/assistant bookkeeper for Spies Super Value, credit manager for Mack Trucks and a job in the fi nance department of White Bear Lake Schools. Most fulfi lling to Pat is the volunteer work she does in the community. She serves on the Pine City Arts Council which arranges music for Art in the Park and charters buses to see plays, symphonies and more. “This makes it possible for people, unable to drive, to enjoy such events,” Waggoner said. “They are picked up and returned to their home or assisted living residence at no charge; various organizations provide food for these events. We also conduct a monthly activity using American Dolls in the winter season for children. Each doll has a story about a particular culture (Asian, etc.), thus educating the children as they play with the dolls.” Pat belongs to the VFW Auxiliary. Last fall, they made four blankets which were given to the VA home in Fargo, along with personal hygiene products such as toothpaste, etc. She serves with DayBreak, a time for people who are disabled to have lunch and be cared for twice a month, while their caregivers get a much-needed break. She is a member of the Pine City Garden Club, which maintains community flower gardens. In her church, Immaculate Conception, she serves as a lector, and has been the chairperson for the pie social of the Catholic women. Pat is motivated to serve because she enjoys making others happy. “We go through various phases in life – marriage, raising a family, occupations, etcetera,” she said. “Volunteer work is another phase that brings so much satisfaction.” She highly recommends getting involved. “Start out by being a substitute, see how you like something before you commit. You will not regret becoming involved; the personal rewards are so worth it!”
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Kids talk turkey Local youth attended a turkey hunting safety and calling seminar April 4. The seminar focused on safely hunting turkeys along with calling turkeys into a decoy setup. The seminar was a precursor to the mentored youth turkey hunt this spring. For more information contact Jack Barrows at 320-296-2353 or jackbarrows72@yahoo.com. In attendance were (L-R) Rivers Sauter, Tucker Wasson, Braden Osterdyk, Nick Plasek and Ryan Plasek. Sponsors of the event included Adrenaline Archery, Best Rentals, Luck Custom Calls and the Pine County Thunderin’ Toms.
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Improvements planned for Hilltop Park BY MIKE GAINOR EDITOR@PINECITYMN.COM
Pine City Youth Hockey has big improvements planned for Hilltop Park in the years ahead. Bob Root, the vice president of Pine City Youth Hockey (PCYH) came before the city council on April 25 to ask that the city act as fiscal sponsor as PCYH applies to the Greater Pine Area Endowment for grant funds to help with revamping the ice rinks and warming house on Hilltop Park next to the Pine City Civic Center. Root said overall plans for park improvements include changing the layout of the rinks, building a new warming house and making one rink into a regulation-size rink on a concrete slab, possibly with chilling pipes to keep the outdoor ice firm longer. The updated park would also include improvements for playing flag football, soccer and pickleball. “The long term goal is a complete renovation of the outdoor area,” Root said. He said there are 200 families and many volunteers who are helping to make the project happen. As a 501c4 nonprofit, PCYH needs a fiscal sponsor to apply for certain types of grants. The Pine City Council approved having city staff help facilitate the process. Council Member Mary Kay Sloan said the city, the school district and Pine City Youth Hockey were all working together to make the improvements happen.
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“Sounds like a win-win for the community to me,” said Mayor Carl Pederson. Root said they hope to have the work done by fall of 2020. PARTIES GET MESSY IN LIBRARY COMMUNITY ROOM City Administrator Matthew Van Steenwyk said that concerns have been raised about use of the community room at the Pine City Public Library for private parties. He noted that of the 334 times the community room was in use last year, 19 of those times were for public parties. After several of those parties, damage of some sort was noted, or a significant mess was left behind. He said one of the problems is that more than one party might be held on a weekend, making it difficult to assign responsibility for the problem. “It’s difficult for us to determine who dropped the cake on the floor,” Van Steenwyk said. Council members said the room needs to stay available to the public. “It’s the community room, so we should all take care of it,” said Pine City Mayor Carl Pederson. Van Steenwyk reported that sterner language has been added to the contract for library community room parties making it clear that those using the room are responsible for cleaning any mess and repairing any damage.
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Dragon tennis playing strong at home, away BY LANCELOT E. FURBER SPORTS@PINECITYMN.COM
The Dragons traveled to Litchfield on Monday, April 29 to play in the Litchfield Quad. The Dragons swept all three matches to move to 6-1 on the season. PINE CITY 6, MONTEVIDEO 1 Singles: No. 1 - Parker Sell, Pine City def. Owen Strunc, Montevideo 6-0, 6-2 No. 2 - Nate Webster, Pine City def. Lucas Hoium, Montevideo 6-1, 6-2 No. 3 - John Vanravenswaay, Montevideo def. Tanner Wicktor, Pine City 3-6, 6-4, 7-5 No. 4 - Caleb Stumne, Pine City def. David Moreno, Montevideo 7-6 (5), 6-1 Doubles: 1 - Jake Adams/Dusty Bergstrom, Pine City def. Cayden Olson/Tyler Johnson, Montevideo 6-0, 6-0 2 - Alex Laven/Jared Carpenter, Pine City def. Tyler Dejong/Bergen Pederson, Montevideo 6-0, 6-0 3 - Sully Lucht/Peyton Smetana, Pine City def. Colton Unzen/Jack Churchill, Montevideo 6-0, 6-1 PINE CITY 6, LITCHFIELD 1 Singles: No. 1 - Parker Sell, Pine City def. Alex Draeger, Litchfield 6-1, 6-2 No. 2 - Nate Webster, Pine City def. Payton Prahl, Litchfield 6-2, 6-2 No. 3 - Tanner Wicktor, Pine City def. Mason Woelfel, Litchfield 6-2, 6-2 No. 4 - Derek Clementson, Pine City def. Braeden Olson, Litchfield 6-4, 6-1 Doubles: 1 - Jake Adams/Dusty Bergstrom, Pine City def. Logan Graphenteen/Alex Gruenke, Litchfield 6-3, 7-5 2 - Ben Nelson/Tyson Michels, Litchfield def. Alex Laven/Jared Carpenter, Pine City 7-6, 6-4 3 - Sully Lucht/Peyton Smetana, Pine City def. Aiden Nelson/Max Ceasar, Litchfield 6-0, 6-3 PINE CITY 7, NEW LONDON-SPICER 0 Singles: No. 1 - Parker Sell, Pine City def. Nicholas Rutledge, New London-Spicer 6-1, 6-1 No. 2 - Sully Lucht, Pine City def. Kaleb Smith, New London-Spicer 6-4, 6-2 No. 3 - Alex Laven, Pine City def. Arthur Farhat, New London-Spicer 6-1, 6-2 No. 4 - Derek Clementson, Pine City
def. Kenny Schmiesing, New London-Spicer 6-0, 6-1 Doubles: 1 Jake Adams/Dusty Bergstrom, Pine City def. Brenden Mayhew/Coltin Pflipsen, New London-Spicer 6-0, 6-1 2 Nate Webster/Tanner Wicktor, Pine City def. Jaden Zylstra/Wolzen Holland, New London-Spicer 6-1, 6-0 3 Peyton Smetana/Jared Carpenter, Pine City def. Ander Arnold/Riley Pflipsen, New London-Spicer 6-3, 6-3
No. 4 - Derek Clementson, Pine City leading 6-4, 5-3 (rain) Doubles: No. 1 - Jake Adams/Dusty Bergstrom, Pine City def. Blake Fee/Tanner Janorschke, Crookston 6-3, 6-0 No. 2 - Alex Laven/Sully Lucht, Pine City def. Mason Leplante/Robert Janorschke, Crookston 6-2, 6-3 No. 3 - Peyton Smetana/Jared Carpenter, Pine City def. Logan Johnson/Chris Kazmierczek, Crookston 6-2, 6-2
PINE CITY 4, BECKER 3 The Dragons moved to 7-1 overall and 2-0 in the Granite Ridge with a 4-3 win on the road against Becker, on Thursday, May 2. The deciding point was Derek Clementson at fourth singles. He did a great job of battling to give the Dragons the fourth and deciding point in the match. The Dragons also have very solid wins from Tanner Wicktor at third singles, Jake Adamd/Dusty Bergstrom at first doubles and Sully Lucht/ Peyton Smetana. Singles: No. 1 - Jacob Lukarilla, Becker def. Parker Sell, Pine City 6-1, 6-1 No. 2 - Brady Gruenhagen, Becker def. Nate Webster, Pine City 6-3, 6-2 No. 3 - Tanner Wicktor, Pine City def. Luke Bordson, Becker 6-4, 6-1 No. 4 - Derek Clementson, Pine City def. Zach Bengtson, Becker 6-4, 7-5 Doubles: No. 1 - Jake Adams/Dusty Bergstrom, Pine City def. Ryan Bengston/Aiden Persons, Becker 6-1, 6-2 No. 2 - Eli Scheideman/Caden Elliott, Becker def. Alex Laven/Jared Carpenter, Pine City 7-6 (5), 6-3 No. 1 - Sully Lucht/Peyton Smetana, Pine City def. Wyatt Hiltner/Isaac Boyer, Becker 6-2, 6-2
PINE CITY ART NELSON CLASSIC The Dragons played very well as a team, finishing in second place on Saturday, May 4, at the Pine City Art Nelson Classic. Going into this tournament Pine City was ranked ninth. 1. Mounds Park Academy 39 pts 2. Pine City 26 pts 3. Thief River Falls 21 pts 4. Hibbing 20 pts 5. Litchfield 18 pts 6. Delano 16 pts 7. St. Peter 12 pts 8. Crookston 7 pts Pine City Dragon individual results for the Art Nelson classic. Singles: No. 1 - Parker Sell, Pine City def. Liam Dixon, St. Peter 7-6, 6-3 No. 1 - Parker Sell, Pine City def. Cole Gillespie, Thief River Falls 6-1, 6-4 No. 1 - Parker Law, Mounds Park Academy def. Parker Sell, Pine City 6-2, 6-3 Parker went 2-1 on the day and took second. In the semifinals he upset the #10 ranked player in class A. Then he lost in the finals to the #1 ranked player. He played extremely well. No. 2 - Payton Prahl, Litchfield def. Peyton Smetana, Pine City 6-3, 4-6, 10-3 No. 2 - Peyton Smetana, Pine City def. Jack Garmen, Crookston 7-6, 6-3 No. 2 - Camden Broadwell, Thief River Falls def. Peyton Smetana, Pine City 6-2, 6-3 Peyton played singles for the first time this year and did a super job of completing and playing well. No. 3 - Tucker Skime, Thief River Falls def. Jared Carpenter, Pine City 6-2, 6-2 No. 3 - Kelson Lund, St. Peter def. Jared Carpenter, Pine City 6-4, 6-3 No. 3 - Jared Carpenter, Pine City def. Dilon Owens, Crookston, 7-5, 6-2 Jared played singles for the first time this year and did a super job of completing and playing well.
PINE CITY 6, CROOKSTON 0 With another victory, the Dragons moved to 8-1 on the season with a convincing 6-0 win over the Pirates from Crookston on Friday, May 3. “The boys are playing some very good tennis right now,” said coach Richard Engelstad. “But they still know they need to get better – they are hungry!” Singles: No. 1 - Parker Sell, Pine City def. Nick Garmen, Crookston 6-2, 6-0 No. 2 - Nate Webster, Pine City def. Jack Garmen, Crookston 6-0, 6-2 No. 3 - Tanner Wicktor, Pine City def. Dilon Owens, Crookston 6-0, 6-0
No. 4 - Hunter Danielson, Pine City def. Mason Owens, Crookston 7-5, 6-3 No. 4 - Hunter Danielson, Pine City def. Braeden Olson, Litchfield 2-6, 6-2, 11-9 No. 4 - Jack Onkka, Thief River Falls def. Hunter Danielson, Pine City 6-1, 7-5 Hunter stepped into the line-up for the Dragons for the first time and went 2-1 and finished in second place. Doubles: No. 1 - Jake Adams - Dusty Bergstrom, Pine City def. Reier Sjomeling - Wyatt Schleif, Delano 6-4, 6-4 No. 1 - Dillon Vue - Jerusalem Thao, Mounds Park Academy def. Jake Adams - Dusty Bergstrom, Pine City 4-6, 6-3, 10-5 No. 1 - Jake Adams - Dusty Bergstrom, Pine City def. Mark Borland Joe Dwyer, Hibbing 6-3, 6-3 Jake and Dusty went 2-1 on the day and took 3rd place. The team they lost to ended up being the champions. These two are playing extremely well. No. 2 - Karan Jain - Alex Vue, Mounds Park Academy def. Tanner Wicktor Nate Webster, Pine City 6-3, 6-3 No. 2 - Tanner Wicktor - Nate Webster, Pine City def. Aiden Martell - Rhett Janisch, Thief River Falls, 4-6, 6-4, 10-4 No. 2 - Isaac Hildenbrand - Jack Gryzbowski, Hibbing def. Tanner Wicktor - Nate Webster, Pine City 7-5, 6-4 Tanner and Nate made their debut at doubles this year after playing 2 and 3 singles this year. They went 2-1 and won consolation honors. No. 3 - Alex Laven - Sully Lucht, Pine City def. Luke Lundell - Brandon Butkovich, Hibbing 6-3, 6-2 No. 3 - Alex Laven - Sully Lucht, Pine City def. Harrison Dean - Daniel Nadeau, St. Peter 6-3, 6-3 No. 3 - Henry Earl Fisher - Diego Valverde, Mounds Park Academy def. Alex Laven - Sully Lucht, Pine City 7-5, 7-6 Alex and Sully went 2-1 on the day and took second place honors. No. 4 - Mason Mikyska - George Miller, Pine City def. Garrison Jackman Angel Medina, Litchfield 6-2, 6-4 No. 4 - George Miller - Seth Linnell, Pine City def. Jordan Zieske - Blaine Walli, Hibbing 6-3, 6-1 No. 4 - Mason Mikyska - Seth Linnell, Pine City def. Adam Reinke - Vlad Vutov, Mounds Park Academy, 6-3, 7-5 Mason, George and Seth teamed at 4th doubles and went 3-0 to capture championship honors.
Baseball bounces back with big win over Isle BY LANCELOT E. FURBER SPORTS@PINECITYMN.COM
MORA 15, PINE CITY 3 The Dragons fell behind early on Monday, April 29, and couldn’t come back in a 15-3 loss to Mora. Pine City struggled to contain the high-powered offense
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of Mora, with Mora scoring seven runs in the third inning alone. Pine City did tally seven hits during the game; however, it was no match for Mora’s 15 hits and 16 stolen bases. PINE CITY 15, ISLE 0 The pitching of Dragon Isaiah Hasz shut out Isle on Thursday, May 2, allowing zero runs as Pine City won
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Be aware of bears this spring; DNR lists tips for avoiding conflicts MINNESOTA DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES
Homeowners are reminded to be aware of bears this spring and check their property for food sources that could attract bears. “Bears are roaming around now with the loss of snow and warmer weather, so interactions with people have started in many areas of Minnesota,” said Eric Nelson, wildlife damage program supervisor for the Department of Natural Resources. As bears emerge from hibernation, their metabolism gradually ramps up and they will begin looking for food at a time when berries and green vegetation can be scarce. Remove attractants such as bird seed, garbage, livestock feed or compost to reduce potential conflict. Attracting bears to yards can lead to property damage and presents dangers to bears. Black bears are the only bear species that live in the wild in Minnesota. They usually are shy and flee when encountered. Never approach or try to pet a bear. Injury to people is rare, but bears are potentially dangerous because of their size, strength and speed. The DNR does not relocate problem bears. Relocated bears seldom remain where they are released. They may return to where they were caught or become a problem somewhere else. The DNR offers some tips for avoiding bear conflicts:
AROUND THE YARD • Do not feed birds from April 1 to Nov. 15. Anytime you feed birds, you risk attracting bears. • If you must feed birds, hang birdfeeders 10 feet up and 4 feet out from the nearest trees. Use a rope and pulley system to refill birdfeeders, and clean up spilled seeds. • Do not put out feed for wildlife (like corn, oats, pellets or molasses blocks). • Replace hummingbird feeders with hanging flower baskets, which are also attractive to hummingbirds. • Do not leave food from barbeques and picnics outdoors, especially overnight. Coolers are not bear-proof. • Clean and store barbeque grills after each use. Store them in a secure shed or garage away from windows and doors. • Elevate bee hives on bear-proof platforms or erect properly designed electric fences. • Pick fruit from trees as soon as it’s ripe and collect fallen fruit immediately. • Limit compost piles to grass, leaves and garden clippings, and turn piles regularly. Do not add food scraps. • Harvest garden produce as it matures. Locate gardens away from forests and shrubs that bears may use for cover. • Use native plants in landscaping whenever possible. • Store pet food inside and feed pets inside. If pets must be fed outdoors, feed them only as much as they will eat.
GARBAGE • Store garbage in bear-resistant garbage cans or dumpsters. Rubber or plastic garbage cans are not bearproof. • Keep garbage inside a secure building until the morning of pickup. • Properly rinse all recyclable containers with hot water to remove all remaining product. • Store recyclable containers, such as pop cans, inside. People should always be cautious around bears. If bear problems persist after cleaning up food sources, contact a DNR area wildlife office for advice. For the name of the local wildlife manager, contact the DNR Information Center at 651296-6157 or 888-646-6367, or visit mndnr.gov/contact/ locator.html. Last year the DNR asked the public to report bear sightings outside primary bear range in Minnesota. Male bears are known to travel long distances in search of new habitat and food, and there is a public perception that bear range has expanded in the central and southern counties of the state. For a map showing the primary bear range and to report a bear sighting outside of this range, visit mndnr. gov/bear. For more about living in bear habitat, visit mndnr. gov/livingwith_wildlife/ bears. RICHARD HOPKINS
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ZONING: Members of the Pine City Council approve change on 3-2 vote would drive people out of the neighborhood. “You’re going to see a lot of for-sale signs,” he said. Many residents suggested that the proposed senior housing development be built on another lot in the city. Mayor Carl Pederson said the council would welcome senior housing elsewhere in town, but that the city is unable to tell a developer where to develop. Pine City Community Development Director Lezlie Sauter said that there are many steps left in the process before anything will be built on the site. Council Member Brian Scholin said he believed the process going forward would allow city officials to help guide the developer to create a housing development on the site that would be an asset to the city. Scholin also said that there has been opposition to nearly every housing and commercial development in Pine City over the years. He said the public comments about development are split. “About half are very negative [about a new development],” Scholin said. “The other half are ‘Why are you stopping development in our town?’” Mayor Carl Pederson, Council Member Brian Scholin and Council Member Gina Pettie voted in favor of the zoning change while Council Member Mary Kay Sloan and Council Member Steve Ovick voted against it.
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investigators they hadn’t seen the missing man since witnessing him get into a black car that had other occupants inside. Mattila stated he had since attempted to get ahold of Etchison and received no response but “was not worried because Christopher was an adult.” After a visit to WESTconsin Credit Union, an investigator learned that Etchison’s debit card had been used April 13 to purchase gasoline at a gas station in Barron. Video surveillance of that transaction shows two males identified as Scribner and Mattila making the purchase. The video shows Hill sitting in the back seat of the vehicle. The complaint states during questioning Scribner denied knowing what happened to Etchison, or that he had anything to do with his disappearance. Mattila said that a week earlier he, Scribner and Hill all went to a party at a cabin in Minnesota, but they arrived after Etchison had left. After further
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“It would be dangerous to get all the vehicles in and out that would be needed,” Haedt said. “Downright dangerous.” Earl Schueller said that the Pine City Planning Commission should not have voted in support of the zoning change, which they did 5-3 on April 16, and passing the final decision on to the city council. “I don’t understand how government has gone that far against the people ... they work for,” Schueller said. “You need to listen to the public. I respect all of you people but ... I’m fighting for my neighborhood.” Jarrod Campbell, the owner of the property next door to the lot, said he believes the proposed underground parking will not be high enough and will flood. He also said the building would not be set back 75 feet from the shoreline which would create an obstruction of view for neighbors. Neighbors also said that the new development would change the quiet and peaceful nature of their neighborhood and depress their property values. “Our houses were bought there for a reason,” said Carol VanderHorck. Holly Wilson, who lives across the street, asked if this would be “preserving the traditional character of the area” according to the city’s Comprehensive Plan. Wilson also noted that the city denied a plan to build on the old Armory site in 2001 due to density issues. Mark Wilson said the development
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questioning, Mattila stated that Etchison got into a drinking contest at the party and they brought him to a cabin because he was really drunk. Mattila allegedly indicated they noticed Etchison was unresponsive and knew he was dead. He stated that he, Hill and Scribner left and returned to Barron. Mattila stated they found Etchison’s debit card and used it to purchase gas. Investigators were contacted April 23 by the Shell Lake Police Department with information that the location of the party was Sandstone Minnesota. The Pine County Sheriff’s Office located the cabin where Etchison’s body was discovered inside. A check of records on file at the Barron County Clerk of Court’s office reveal Scribner signed a $1,500 signature bond in Barron County for the open case charging him with Possessing/ Illegally Obtained Prescription, with a jury trial scheduled for May 6, 2019. Conditions of that bond include that Scribner not commit any crimes.
Pine Writers,” Connie said. Currently, she drives up to Pine City from Minneapolis on meeting day to open the Pine Center for the Arts for the group. “Throughout the 10 years of meeting with Pine Writers, I’ve found it to be inspiration and motivational. I started out looking for a place to get feedback on a novel I was writing, but it has turned into a whole lot more. I hadn’t considered writing my memoir because I never figured I’d ever done anything worth writing about and I don’t have any children. But, I do have nieces and nephews so I have incentive to leave them my memoir as a legacy.” After earning a B.A. in History and Social Studies and an M.A. in History, Connie completed her education with a PhD from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln in History. Her keen interest in history finds expression with articles she writes for The Dr. Harold C. Deutsch World War II History Round Table, which meets at Ft. Snelling. She also contributes other academic historical writings. Connie has an historical fiction novel in process. She won 10th place for a fictional short story titled, “Redemptive Silver” in a Writer’s Digest competition. Group members recall this short story because Connie rewrote it three or four times. • Shelley Odendahl: As a charter member, Shelley observed, “This group provides invaluable encouragement and specific feedback, which helps me to try new things and to gain confidence in my writing.” In the early days of the group, Shelley wrote a memoir about her motorcycle travels with her husband, Cliff. Later, she wrote an inspirational book, Realize Your Dreams: Create an Action Plan for Life Transformation. Both books were independently published through Amazon. Currently, Shelley is writing Memory of Rivers: A Novel, a past-life love story about a couple that find each other in three different lifetimes. She also published poetry in the Walking Stick. Several years ago, Shelley and Cliff moved from the Pine City to St. Michael, Minnesota, but she still attends meetings as often as possible. “I always feel welcomed by my writer friends.” • Barbara Christensen: Creative writing remains the most memorable part of Barbara’s tenth grade English class at the Pine City High School. This formative experience fostered in her the desire to write that has lasted a lifetime. Nature and memoir writing, articulated through poetry and essays have been her favorite modes of expression. Her early life, family and ancestors have been her primary memoir subjects. Some of Barbara’s works have been published in the Pine City Pioneer. A new interest for her is researching and writing articles for the Pine County Historical Society News. Barbara joined Pine Writers seven years ago. “I’m grateful for the group. Even though it’s small, the members are faithful. We share, critique and help each other improve our writing. Everyone has something interesting to contribute.” Barbara continued, “Writing is an adventure, whether creating a poem, an essay or doing research. I have an idea of where my adventure will take me but I never know all that I will find along the way. And that, for me, is the joy of writing.” • Dale Kuzel: “I’ve been a member of Pine Writers for many years. I saw an invitation to join the group and decided to give it a try. We share our works with each other and make suggestions on how to express our ideas better,”
Dale reflected. “Each member has a unique style. Some are novelists. Some poets. Others approach writing from different directions. Each is inspiring,” Dale’s interest in writing was kindled at a class conducted by local writer, Angela Foster. He learned how to develop a character whether a thing or person. She also explained publishing methods. That class ignited his zeal to put his thoughts on paper. Since this first class, Dale has written and self-published seven books. He has also written many engaging vignettes, which have appeared in the Pine City Pioneer. • Margaret Marty: “Inspiration and encouragement – those are the best adjectives to describe the benefits of belonging to Pine Writers. What a pleasure it is to listen to the writings of others and offer suggestions. And what a great help it is to read my own work and have it critiqued by others.” Margaret has charmed and entertained Pine City Pioneer readers for the past eight years with “Meandering with Margaret,” a delightful column comprised of memorable events and observations of her gracious life on her ancestral farm near Rock Creek. She also writes “Singing the Praises,” a column that celebrates local volunteer heroes. Margaret’s memories expressed through poetry have been her focus for many years. Some of her wonderful poetry has been published in Talking Stick and Chicken Soup for the Soul. • Janis Hendrick: “I joined the Pine Writers group in April of 2016 so I am not a longtime member. Earlier that year I joined a creative writing group in Port Aransas, Texas. I really enjoyed meeting new people from all parts of the country and learning about their lives from their writing. Belonging to both groups have challenged me to be more creative and prompted me to try writing something different. I am our family genealogist so I usually write stories about my family history.” Janis had learned about Pine Writers because she knew a couple of the members. She decided to attend. She found that members are excited about writing and it was stimulating to attend the monthly meetings. She discovered the value of networking. Janis’ writing is focused on her ancestors and their stories. She plans to compile and publish a book to leave as an endowment for her family. And she is well able to help others learn how to build a family tree. Shirley Schmidt: “Being the writer of this story makes it pretty obvious that I write for newspapers – one in particular, the Pine City Pioneer. Shortly after moving to Pine City in 2009, I began writing human-interest features and around that same time, heard about the Pine Writers. Joining the group was a no-brainer. My offerings to the group are primarily my memoirs. It’s fascinating to explore the writings of the creative and talented members of our group. Everyone’s approach is so different. It’s never dull.” And now, Pine Writers celebrates 10 years of sharing our words. New members are always welcome. The group meets monthly every second Sunday, 5-7 p.m. at Pine Center for the Arts, 265 5th Street SE. For more information contact Connie Harris at ckharris1@juno.com.
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Ramona C. Prior
Ramona Prior of Pine City passed away at FirstLight Health Systems in Mora at the age of 90. Ramona C. Odendahl was born April 13, 1929, to Lampert and Eva (Miller) Odendahl in Pokegama Township. She attended Green Valley, a small country school, from kindergarten through the eighth grade. Ramona attended and graduated from Pine City High School in 1946. Ramona worked for various families during her high school years for room and board. On Nov. 7, 1946, Ramona married Loren Prior. They were blessed with five children; Larry, Lorna, Steve, Dan and Michelle. Over the years, she took in many children to care for; this enabled her to stay home and raise her children. Once the children were all in school, Ramona was busy working cleaning houses. In 1974, she was hired to work in the kitchen at Pine City Schools and continued working at the school until her retirement in 1991. In May of 1992 Loren passed away; she stayed in the family home until 1998. In May of 1998 Ramona had an auction and moved to Hillside Court. Ramona is survived by her son Larry (Boni) Prior of Rosemount, daughter Michelle (Michael) Finger of Key West, Florida, sister-in-law Brenda Prior of Humboldt, Texas; sons-in-law Dave Lee of Wickenberg, Arizona and Neil DeBruin of Key West, Florida; grandchildren: Sherry, Bill (Laurie), Tina (Tim), Tara, Craig, Eric (Ale), Melissa (Dwight); great-grandchildren: Austin, Ryan, Mariah, Kortney, Malori, Cole, Tricia, Charlesa, Jack, Carter and Caleb; great-greatgrandson Isaiha; sister Joan Curran of St. Paul; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Ramona was preceded in death by her parents Lampert and Eva Odendahl, husband Loren, children Lorna Lee, Steve Prior and Dan Prior; granddaughter
Jessalyn Prior; siblings Bud, Al, Earl, Paul, Keith, Clair, Bob, Peg, Shirley and infant twin brother. Monsignor Aleksander Suchan celebrated a Mass of Christian Burial for Ramona Wednesday, May 8 at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church. Interment took place at the Brook Park Cemetery in Brook Park. Funeral arrangements for Ramona Prior are entrusted to: Funeral and Cremation Service of Pine City – Swanson Chapel. www.FuneralAndCremationService.com.
Diane J. Babolik Diane Babolik, age 62, of Pine City, went to be with the Lord Thursday, May 2, 2019, with her family by her side at the St. Cloud Hospital in St. Cloud. Diane Jeanne Miller was born March 31, 1957, to Donald and Jeanne (N (Niles) Miller in Garden Gr Grove, California. The fam moved back to family M Minnesota and eventually set settled in Pine City where Di Diane graduated from Pi City High School. On Pine M 22, 1978, she married May th late Mike Babolik and the tog together they lovingly ra raised nine children. D Diane gave selflessly of he her time, energy and love, alw always supporting her ch children in their interest ests and hobbies as they we were growing up. After her children had grown grown, she b became a foster mother and extended her love to children who needed it. She had a heart of compassion and was always caring for someone. Her wit could brighten anyone’s day and she always had a listening ear or wisdom to offer. Her faith was steadfast and strong through life’s trials, encouraging those around her. Diane’s world was her grandchildren and she would do anything for them. She got so much joy from a house full of noise, laughter and play. In true grandmother fashion she found nothing wrong with a treat
before lunch if the request was coming from anyone who called her “grandma” and no mess was too big if it meant memories were being made. She will be greatly missed by those who knew and loved her. Diane is survived by her children: Michelle (Jeff) Schlaeger of Pine City, Patrick Babolik of Cambodia, Jeremiah Babolik of Pine City, Joshua Babolik (Kelly Norton-Tode) of Pine City, Josiah (Cami) Babolik of Rock Creek, Jessica (Haowen) Cheng of Virginia, Jonah (Alicia) Babolik of Pine City, Julia (Cody) Skluzacek of Pine City, Jennifer Babolik (fiancé Brandon Sykes) of Winona; grandchildren: Linda, Lyndon, Lee, Wyatt, Elsa, Violet, Macie, Milo, Melia, Elim, Matthias, Thaddeus, Remi and baby to be, Easton, Elias, Evan; siblings: Mike (Patty) Miller of Harris, Tom (Diane) Miller of Juneau, Alaska, Roger (Jeanine) Miller of Waite Park, Ron (Brenda) Miller of Columbus, Linda (Merlin Powell) Miller of Pine City, Peggy (Ray) Perkins of Clear Lake, Joanne Miller of Pine City, Karen Miller of North Branch; sister-in-law Mary Babolik of Pine City; many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Diane is preceded in death by her parents Donald and Jeanne Miller; husband Mike Babolik; brother James Miller; father-in-law Milo and mother-in-law Viola Babolik; sister-in-law Margaret Kelly. Monsignor Aleksander Suchan will celebrate a Mass of Christian Burial for Diane at 10:30 a.m. Friday, May 10, 2019, at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Beroun. A time of visitation and reviewal for family and friends will be held 5-8 p.m. with a 7:30 p.m. prayer service Thursday evening, May 9, at Swanson Funeral Chapel and also one hour prior to the Mass at the church. The interment will take place in St. Joseph’s Catholic Cemetery in Beroun. In memory of Diane, memorials may be designated to Diane’s family for the purchase of an automated external defibrillator (AED). Funeral arrangements are entrusted to: Funeral and Cremation Service of Pine City – Swanson Chapel. www.FuneralAndCremationService.com SEE OBITUARIES, PAGE 20
WORSHIP GUIDE Church of Christ 815 7th St. SW, Pine City 10 a.m. Bible Study 11 a.m. Worship Service 4 p.m. Evening Service Wednesday, 7 p.m. Bible Study. Contact: Greg Douvier 320-336-8978
Grasston Baptist Church 402 N. Oak St. Grasston, MN 55030 wwåw.grasstonbaptist.org info@grasstonbaptisit.org 320.396.2645 Worship Service 9:30am Sunday School 10:45am
Hope Lutheran Church Grasston Dean Oelfke, Pastor 320-396-3925 hopelutherangrasston.org Sunday Worship Service 11am Holy Communion first and third Sundays and festival days.
Dale Evangelical Free Church 45268 Brunswick Rd, Harris, MN 763-689-5817 Pastor/Teacher Dr. Harvey Martin Sunday School, all ages 9:00 am Sunday Service 10:25 am www.daleefc.com Awana, Wed. 6:30-8:00pm Youth, Wed. 6:30-8:00pm
Hands for Pine City Outreach Church Meeting in Pine City Library Community Room Sunday NIGHTS 5-6PM Pastors Julie & Brad Samuelson P.O. Box 164 PC 320-496-3009 Hands4PC@gmail.com Facebook fan page: Hands for Pine City Existing to be the hands of Jesus to Pine City
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First Presbyterian Church 405 Main St. S., Pine City 320-629-3592 Pastor Rob Spahr www.firstprespinecity.org Sunday Worship Celebration 10:30 AM Sunday School, Preschool-Gr 6 10:30 AM Wednesday Youth Group 6:15 PM Grace Baptist Church 1 mile Southwest of Pine City on Fairway Road (next to I-35) 320-629-1374 Pastor Tim W. Stratton 10:00 a.m. Sunday School for all ages. 11:00 a.m. Preaching Service, 6:00 p.m. Evening Service. 7:30 p.m. Wed. Bible study, 6 p.m.-7:30 p.m. Master Clubs for children ages 4 to 6th grade.
Henriette Community Church (Free Methodist) One mile North of Henriette on HWY 107 • 320-679-4875 Pastor Marvin Miller Sunday School, 9:00a.m.; Sunday morning Worship, 10:15 a.m.
HCC Hustletown Non-Denominational 17945 Blue Jay Ln Pastor Bruce Thompson 651-983-8130 Mail: 1010 3rd Ave SW Pine City Sunday School 10:15 am Worship Service 11:00 am Immaculate Conception Catholic Church 535 8th St. SW, Pine City 320-629-2935 Monsignor Alek Suchan www.icchurchpinecitymn.org office@icchurcpinecitymn.org Mass: Saturday 5 pm, Sunday 10 am, Confession: Saturday 4-4:30p.m., Sunday 9:15-9:45a.m.
Hinckley Seventh Day Adventist 550 1st St. NE, Hinckley 320-384-6167 Pastor: Carlos Rodriguez Services, Saturday, 11 a.m. Fellowship lunch 1st and 3rd Saturday following services.
Journey North Church Current location: 840 Main St S, behind A&W. Pastor Tim Adams 320-629-6111 Sunday Services: 9 & 10:30 a.m. Nursery, toddlers and KidVenture programs during both services. www.JourneyNorthChurch.com Living Water Fellowship 915 W. 8th St. Rush City, MN Sunday Service 10:00 a.m. Call 320-358-3818 for weekly Bible studies and youth activities. Open Arms Church of God 406 Pine St., Grasston, MN 320-396-3373 Pastor Gene Sherrod Spirit Filled Worship Sunday Worship 10 a.m. Children’s ministry Our Redeemer Lutheran Church 825 Golf Ave SW Pine City 320-629-2985 Pastor Fred Hanson Sunday Worship at 8 and 9:30 a.m. Maundy Thursday 6:30 Good Friday 6:30 Easter Sunrise 6:30 a.m. Easter Services 8:00 and 9:30 a.m. Please join us in praise!
Pine City Evangelical Free Church 625 Golf Ave SW Pastor Joel Preston Sunday Service 10:00 a.m. Sunday School (all ages) 9:15 a.m. Nursery (infant-3yrs) all morning Wednesdays: AWANA (Sept-Apr) 6 p.m.; Frontline (Youth Group), Jr & Sr High 6:00 p.m. Phone: 320-629-2584 Email: office@pcefc.com, www.pcefc. com St. Joseph’s Catholic Church 320-629-2935 19390 Ave, Beroun, MN Monsignor Alek Suchan Sunday Mass 8:00 a.m. South Pine Baptist Church Meeting at Pine City Library Community Room 300 5th St SE, Pine City, MN Pastor Dennis Eng 320-336-9292 Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Sunday Service 10:30 a.m. Wednesday Bible study at 7p.m. (Call for location) www.southpinebaptist.org Zion Lutheran Church 410 Main St. S, Pine City Worship 9 a.m. Wednesday Service 7 p.m. Growing in Grace Preschool Mon-Wed- Fri a.m. Pastor Glen Kleppe 320-629-3683
The businesses below invite you to attend the house of worship of your choice. To be included in the Worship Guide or to make changes to your listing please contact Mel at 320-322-5243 or email mel@countystar.com
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Delorus M. Kryzer Delorus Kryzer of Pine City died Saturday, May 4, 2019, at Lakeside Medical Center in Pine City at the age of 93. Delorus Mae Janssen was born May 20, 1925, to John and Minnie (Roth) Janssen on their farm east of Beroun. She was the youngest of six children. Delorus attended Cedar Lake School until the 8th grade. On July 12, 1944, she married Paul Kryzer. They had three sons and a daughter, Colleen, who died at birth. Delorus worked on their family farm in Pine City all her life until a fractured hip slowed her down. To keep herself busy, she made lots of baby quilts and dolls. Her family loved her Green Tomato Pie and her grandchildren loved her cinnamon rolls. Delorus is survived by her children Paul (Laura) Kryzer Jr., Ron Kryzer and Ricki Kryzer, all of Pine City; granddaughters Roxy (Harold) Fix of Pine City and Cassie (Steve) DeJong of Maple Grove; great-grandchildren Libby and Josh DeJong and Siarra Fix; many nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her parents John and Minnie Janssen; husband Paul Kryzer Sr.; daughter Colleen Kryzer; siblings Eillert (Lucille) Janssen, Joe (Olga) Janssen, Irvin (Avis) Janssen, Lillian (Floyd) Nichols and Vernon (Marcella) Janssen. Celebration of life for Delorus will be from 10 a.m.12:00 p.m., Friday, May 10, 2019, at Chengwatana Town Hall. Interment will be in Calvary Cemetery in Beroun. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the: Funeral and Cremation Service of Pine City – Swanson Chapel. www.FuneralAndCremationService.com
Robert F. Norris Robert Fred Norris passed away on April 4, 2019, at his home in Albany, Oregon at the age of 89. Bob was born in St. Paul on July 22, 1929, to Elsie Lindstrom and Fred Norris. He grew up and graduated from Rush City High School in 1946. He was a very talented and gifted musician; he learned to play guitar and sing at an early age. When he was 17 he was asked to join the Sunset Valley Barn Dance which was broadcast on KSTP, but being times were tough he had no car to get there, so had to pass on the offer. He eventually started his own band called the Melody Ramblers with Willard Johnson, Lloyd Hammergren and Waldo Carlson. They played for many years around the area. He met Verna Mae Hinze at one of the dances he played at; they were married on Sept. 29, 1950, in Rush City. He was drafted in the army in 1951 and spent some time in Korea where he was sent in as a spy so the morse code he learned in high school came in very handy. He also wrote a song while over there called my Musemae. After he was discharged he decided to go to radio school; he graduated from Brown Institute so his life as a DJ began. He went to work at WCMP in Pine City. From there he went to Fergus Falls. Then in 1960 he got a call they were looking for DJs in Oregon. They settled in Salem, Eugene, Pendelton and Newport. He met many country stars – Loretta Lynn, Faron Young – and became fast friends with Buck Owens and his wife Bonnie, becoming Buck’s fan club president. He decided they needed a more stable life with the family; they now had three kids: Lynn, Vicki and Randy. He hated giving up radio. In fact, he kept his license up in case he ever went back to it. They moved to Albany in 1971 where he started working for American Can until he retired.
Bob is survived by his daughter-in-law Debra Norris, son-in-law Ron Trevillian, grandchildren Robin (Kyle), Jim (Nora), Joe (Brittaney), Jessie, Ali (Tony), Tiffany, Aaron, Tania (Rich) and eight great-grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his wife Verna, children Lynn, Vicki and Randy, his parents, and his brother Harlan. A memorial service will be held on July 20 in Oregon with burial in the Rush City Cemetery.
Harold J. LeBlanc Harold LeBlanc of Pine City died at his home on Friday, May 3, 2019, at the age of 72. Harold James LeBlanc was born July 19, 1946, to James and Florence (Rono) LeBlanc in Crosby, Minnesota. Harold is survived by his wife Audrey LeBlanc of Pine City; children Audrey (Tim) Harris of Alaska, Jodi (Shane) Hite, Brandi (Don) Littleton, all of Emily, Loni LeBlanc of Brainerd, Carrie (Brent) Carlson of Pine City; step-children Tamara (Marvin) King of Colorado, Brian Miller of Park Rapids; siblings Gary (Vera) LeBlanc of Trommald, Linda (Kevin) Fitzpatrick of Seattle, Deann (Merle) Monson and Jimmy (Deanna) LeBlanc, all of Crosby; numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his parents James and Florence LeBlanc; infant daughter Jessie LeBlanc. Pastor Tim Adams will officiate at funeral services for Harold at 11 a.m. Saturday, May 18, 2019, at Journey North Church in Pine City. A time for family and friends to gather is planned from 4-7 p.m. Friday, May 17 at the Swanson Chapel in Pine City and also one hour prior to the service at the church. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the: Funeral and Cremation Service of Pine City – Swanson Chapel.
PINE COUNTY SHERIFF’S BLOTTER April 29 - May 5 Theft, burglary, vandalism April 30, 11:33 a.m., report of property lost/found, Northridge Dr. NW, Pine City. April 30, 1:39 p.m., report of counterfeit, Hillside Ave. SW, Pine City. May 1, 9:29 a.m., report of theft, 11th St. SW, Pine City. May 1, 12:30 p.m., report of vehicle recovered, Hillside Ave. SW, Pine City. May 2, 8:24 a.m., report of MVA property damage, Main St. S, Pine City. May 2, 2:17 p.m., report of theft, 3rd Ave. SE, Pine City. May 3, 8:40 a.m., report of theft, 10th St. SW, Pine City. May 3, 9:47 a.m., report of fraud/scam/ID, State Hwy. 70, Pine City. May 3, 6:34 p.m., report of shoplifting, Evergreen Sq. SW, Pine City.
Miscellaneous April 29, 12:11 p.m., report of threats, Main St. S, Pine City. April 30, 2:41 p.m., report of juvenile trouble, Main St. S, Pine City. May 1, 1:49 p.m., report of juvenile trouble, Main St. S, Pine City. May 2, 5:29 p.m., report of disturbance, 2nd Ave. SE, Pine City. May 2, 5:40 p.m., report of customer trouble, Meadow Creek, Pine City. May 3, 4:31 a.m., report of runaway, Main St. S, Pine City. May 3, 11:52 p.m., report of
trespass, 13th St. SW, Pine City. May 4, 1:47 a.m., report of threats, 8th St. NW, Pine City. May 4, 2:44 p.m., report of suspicious activity, Henriette Rd., Pine City.
Jail roster April 29, Shawnee Dawn Aleman, Pine County warrant, drugs- 5th degree- possess schedule 1,2,3,4- not small amount marijuana. April 29, Ira Elias Archambault, Pine County warrant, traffic- DWI- operate motor vehicle under influence of alcohol. April 29, Chadwick William Axel, Pine County warrant, give peace officer false name/birthdate/ID card; drugs- 5th degree- possess schedule 1,2,3,4- not small amount marijuana. April 29, Jonathan Paul Bjur, hold for other agency: unspecified warrant, trafficdrivers license- driving after cancellation- inimical to public safety. Released May 2. April 29, Danelle Ardene Diver, writ, drugs- 5th degreepossess schedule 1,2,3,4- not small amount marijuana. Released April 30. April 29, Sydney Marie Krause, probable cause, domestic assault- misdemeanor- commits act to cause fear of immediate bodily harm or death. Released April 30. April 29, Felicia Kristine Pigeon, writ, assault- 3rd degree- substantial bodily
harm. Released April 30. April 29, Debora Kay Sellers, hold for other agency: failure to appear warrant. Released April 30. April 30, Kyle-Keith Hugo Broman, under sentence, possess ammo/any firearmconviction or adjudicated delinquent for crime of violence. April 30, Jonathan Halverson, Pine County warrant, burglary- 1st degree- poss dangerous weapon/explosive, burglary- 2nd degreebuilding- possess tool, 3rd degree- steal/commit felony or gross misd. April 30, Bryan Dwayne Hanson, probable cause, trespass- misdemeanor definitions; hold for other agency, theft- take/drive motor vehicle- no owner consent. April 30, Jamie Lyle Swanson, Pine County warrant, drugs5th degree- possess schedule 1,2,3,4- not small amount marijuana; hold for other agency. April 30, Brent Alden Weeks, Pine County warrant: benchmisdemeanor, theft- take/ use/transfer movable property- no consent. Released May 1. April 30, Julie Ann Crawford, summons, theft- take/use/ transfer movable propertyno consent. Released April 30. May 1, Tyler James Kingsley, escape from custody- electronic monitoring (gross misdemeanor)- specified offenses (felony). May 1, Benjamin Todd Wilber,
hold for other agency, probation violation. May 1, Corrina Rae Davis, probable cause, disorderly conduct. Released May 3. May 1, Richard Theodore Knoll, probable cause, thefttake/drive motor vehicle- no owner consent. Released May 3. May 1, Levi James Roseland, probable cause, disorderly conduct; obstruct legal process, arrest or firefighting. Released May 3. May 1, Maralana Marie Staples, probable cause, disorderly conduct. Released May 3. May 1, Daniel Ruben Reyes, Pine County warrant: bench- gross misdemeanor, traffic- DWI- operate motor vehicle- alcohol concentration .08 within 2 hours, drivers license- driving after cancellation- inimical to public safety. Released May 2. May 1, Nathaniel Andrew Weidemann, Pine County warrant: bench- gross misdemeanor, drugs- 5th degreepossess schedule 1,2,3,4- not small amount marijuana. Released May 2. May 1, Nicole Honi Schwab, summons- motor vehicle registration- intent to escape tax, unregistered- certain acts forbidden; traffic regulation- driver must carry proof of insurance when operating vehicle. Released May 1. May 1, Alyssa Nicole Sundeen, Pine County warrant, traffic- drivers license- driving after revocation; disorderly conduct. Released May 1.
May 1, Gabriel Kane Weber, hold for other agency: bench- gross misdemeanor. Released May 1. May 2, Cisco Kane Hill, hold for other agency, crim agnst admn just-fe- parole violation. May 2, Sadie Janowski, probable cause, aiding an offender to avoid arrest- harbor/conceal; Pine County warrant, receiving stolen property; domestic assault-GM- subsequent violation; drugs- 5th degree- possess schedule 1,2,3,4- not small amount marijuana. May 2, David Lee Talbot, hold for other agency, probation violation. May 2, Clarissa Jane Lind, Pine County warrant: bench felony, drugs- 5th degreepossess schedule 1,2,3,4- not small amount marijuana. Released May 4. May 3, Dakotah James Blue, Pine County warrant, identity theft- penalties- 3 but not more than 7 direct victims/ value more than $2,500. May 3, Matthew Russell Dickey, probable cause, drugs- 5th degree- sale- marijuana mixture except small amount of marijuana with no remuneration; 3rd degree driving while impaired. May 3, Jacob Charles Keller, under sentence, criminal sex conduct- 3rd degree- force or coercion. May 3, Donald Earl Neumann, probable cause, traffic- careless driving; motor vehicle registration- intent to escape tax; fleeing a peace officer in
a motor vehicle. May 4, Lawrence Jackson, probable cause, indecent exposure- engage in lewd/ indecent behavior; disorderly conduct; drugs- possess/sale small amounts of marijuana. May 4, Christopher Loren Juhl, probable cause, domestic assault- misdemeanor. May 4, Craig Daniel Mcquiston, probable cause, traffic- drivers license- driving after cancellation- inimical to public safety, open bottle law, license plate impoundment- failure to comply with order; felon convicted crime of violence- ineligible to possess firearm or ammunition. May 4, Rodney Allen Opperud, probable cause, drugs5th degree- possess schedule 1,2,3,4- not small amount marijuana. May 4, Jeremy Steven Warno, probable cause, disorderly conduct. May 5, Richard James Benjamin, Pine County warrant, domestic. May 5, Emmanuel Lewis Garbow, Pine County warrant, drugs- 5th degree- possess schedule 1,2,3,4- not small amount marijuana. May 5, Michael Allen Hensley, probable cause, disorderly conduct; trespass- return to property within one year. May 5, Nicholas Oliver Manson, hold for other agency: bench- misdemeanor warrant. Released May 5.
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STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF CHISAGO DISTRICT COURT TENTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT Court File Number: 13-FA-19-111 Case Type: Domestic Abuse In the Matter of: Crystal Jo Garrett and OBO Minors Petitioner, vs. Troy Seth Garrett Respondent. Notice of Hearing by Publication (Minn. Stat. § 518B.01, subd. 8) To Respondent named above: An order has been issued directing you to appear at 313 North Main Center, Center City MN. Government Center on June 6, 2019 at 1:30 p.m. and explain why the relief sought in the Petition for the Order for Protection should not be granted. You may obtain a copy of the Petition and any order issued from the court from the Chisago County Court Administrator’s Office. If you do not appear at the scheduled hearing, the Petitioner’s request may be granted as a default matter. Failure to appear will not be a defense to prosecution for violation of the Court’s Order. Date: 5/1/2019 Vicki M. Petry Court Administrator / Deputy Published in the Pine City Pioneer on May 9, 16 and 23, 2019
STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF PINE DISTRICT COURT TENTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT Court File No. 58-PR-19-21 Estate of Hattie Larson, also known as Hattie E. Larson, also known as Hattie Ellen Larson, Decedent. NOTICE OF INFORMAL PROBATE OF WILL AND APPOINTMENT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS Notice is given that an application for informal probate of the Decedent’s Will, dated October 16, 2008, (“Will”), has been filed with the Registrar. The application has been granted. Notice is also given that the Registrar has informally appointed Bonita L. Ordner, whose address is P.O. Box 465, Rush City, Minnesota, 55069, as personal representative of the Estate of the Decedent. 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. Unless objections are filed with the Court (pursuant to Minnesota Statutes section 524.3-607) and the Court otherwise orders, the personal representative has full power to administer the Estate, including, after 30 days from the date of issuance of letters, the power to sell, encumber, lease or distribute real estate. Any objections to the probate of the Will or appointment of the Personal Representative must be filed with this Court and will be heard by the Court after the filing of an appropriate petition and proper notice of hearing. Notice is also given that (subject to Minnesota Statutes section 524.3801) all creditors having claims against the Estate are required to present the claims to the personal representative or to the Court Administrator within four months after the date of this Notice or the claims will be barred. Dated: LU ANN BLEGEN Registrar Pine Court Administrator 2019.04.24 11:35:24-05’00’ Dated: LU ANN BLEGEN Court Administrator Pine Court Administrator 2019.04.24 11:35:40-05’00’ Filed in District Court State of Minnesota 4/24/2019 11:38 AM Attorney for Personal Representative Kevin A. Hofstad Ledin, Hofstad & Troth, Ltd. 539 Main Street S. Pine City, MN, 55063 Attorney License No: 12445X Telephone: (320) 629-7537 FAX: (320) 629-2479 Email: kevinh@ledinandhofstad.com Published in the Pine City Pioneer on May 2 and 9, 2019
STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF PINE TENTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT DISTRICT COURT PROBATE DIVISION COURT FILE NO. 58-PR-19-24 In Re: Estate of Wesley J. Kinney, Deceased. ORDER AND NOTICE OF HEARING ON PETITION FOR FORMAL PROBATE OF WILL AND APPOINTMENT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE
www.pinecitymn.com IN UNSUPERVISED ADMINISTRATION AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS AND CREDITORS: It is Ordered and Notice is hereby given that on the 29th day of May, 2019, at 9:00 o’clock a.m., a hearing will be held in the above-named Court at Pine County Courthouse, 635 Northridge Drive NW, Pine City, Minnesota, for the for the formal probate of an instrument purporting to be the Will of the abovenamed Decedent, executed on the 15th day of August, 2017, and for the appointment of Elizabeth M. Langevin whose address is 698 Larpenter Avenue W, St. Paul, MN 55113, as Personal Representative of the estate of the above-named Decedent in an unsupervised administration, and that any objections thereto must be filed with the Court. That, if proper, and no objections are filed, a personal representative will be appointed to administer the estate, to collect all assets, pay all legal debts, claims, taxes and expenses, and sell real and personal property, and do all necessary acts for the estate. Notice is further given that ALL CREDITORS having claims against said estate are required to present the same to said personal representative or to the Court Administrator within four (4) months after the date of this notice or said claims will be barred. Dated: April 24, 2019 /S/ MARY YUNKER Judge of District Court Apr 24 2019 12:50 PM D. Sherwood McKinnis, #176898 McKINNIS & DOOM, P.A. 200 3rd Avenue NE, Suite 300 Cambridge, MN 55008 (763) 552-7777 Filed in District Court State of Minnesota 4/24/2019 1:31 PM Published in the Pine City Pioneer on May 9 and 16, 2019 STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF PINE TENTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT DISTRICT COURT PROBATE DIVISION Court File No. 58-PR-19-16 Estate of Marc Alfred Johnson, Decedent. NOTICE AND ORDER OF HEARING ON PETITION FOR FORMAL ADJUDICATION OF INTESTACY, DETERMINATION OF HEIRSHIP, APPOINTMENT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS It is ordered and notice is given that on 6/17/19 at 2:30 PM a hearing will be held in this Court at Carlton County Courthouse, Carlton, Minnesota for the adjudication of intestacy and determination of heirship of the Decedent, and for the appointment of Jean Anne Johnson, whose address is: 94356 South Nett Lake Road, Holyoke, MN 55749 as Personal Representative of the Estate of the Decedent in an unsupervised supervised administration. Any objections to the petition must be filed with the Court prior to or raised at the hearing. If proper and if no objections are filed or raised, the Personal Representative will be appointed with full power to administer the Estate, including the power to collect all assets, to pay all legal debts, claims, taxes and expenses, to sell real and personal property, and to do all necessary acts for the Estate. Notice is also given that (subject to Minn. Stat. 524.3-801) all creditors having claims against the Estate are required to present the claims to the Personal Representative or to the Court Administrator within four months after the date of this Notice or the claims will be barred. BY THE COURT Dated: Wynn, Heather (Judge) Judge of District Court 2019.04.09 09:27:49-05’00’ Dated: /s/ Court Administrator Apr 9 2019 9:41 AM Filed in District Court State of Minnesota 4/9/2019 9:42 AM Attorney for Petitioner: Keith M. Carlson #15040 Keith M. Carlson Law Firm 807 Cloquet Avenue PO Box 770 Cloquet, MN 55720 Telephone: (218) 879-1373 Fax: (218) 879-1458 Email: keithmcarlsonlaw@hotmail. com Published in the Pine City Pioneer on April 25, May 2 and 9, 2019 STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF PINE DISTRICT COURT PROBATE DIVISION TENTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT
Court File No. 58-PR-19-20 Estate of Marvin Edward Hartung, Decedent. NOTICE AND ORDER FOR HEARING ON PETITION FOR DESCENT OF PROPERTY A Petition for Determination of Descent has been filed with this Court. The Petition represents that the Decedent died more than three years ago, leaving property in Minnesota and requests the probate of Decedent’s last will, if any, and the descent of such property be determined and assigned by this Court to the persons entitled to the property. Any objections to the Petition must be filed with the Court prior to or raised at the hearing. If proper, and no objections are filed or raised, the Petition may be granted. IT IS ORDERED and Notice is further given, that the Petition will be heard on 6/17/19, at 2:30 PM by this Court at 635 Northridge Drive NW, Pine City, MN 55063. (1) Notice shall be given to all interested persons (Minn. Stat. 524.1-401) and persons who have filed a demand for notice (Minn. Stat. 524.3-204). (2) Notice shall be given by publishing this Notice and Order as provided by law and by: Mailing a copy of this Notice and Order at least 14 days prior to the hearing date. (COURT SEAL) Dated: PATRICK FLANAGAN (Judge) District Court Judge, Probate Division 2019.04.16 12:09:37-05’00’ Dated: By /S/ Court Administrator Deputy Court Administrator Filed in District Court State of Minnesota 4/16/2019 12:14 PM Drafted By: Adam E. Hartung 345 144th Lane NW Andover, MN 55304 Cell & Text: 612-296-7060 E-Mail: jahartung2002@hotmail.com Published in the Pine City Pioneer on May 2 and 9, 2019 Notice of Sheriff’s Sale Under Judgment and Decree STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF PINE DISTRICT COURT PINE COUNTY COURT FILE NO. 58-CV-18-471 Mira Investments, LLC, Plaintiff vs. John A. Jacobsen, individually; Karen S. Jacobsen, individually; John Burns, individually; United States of America, Department of Treasury, Internal Revenue Service; State of Minnesota, Department of Commerce; State of Minnesota, Department of Revenue, Defendants - THE RIGHT TO VERIFICATION OF THE DEBT AND IDENTITY OF THE ORIGINAL CREDITOR WITHIN THE TIME PROVIDED BY LAW IS NOT AFFECTED BY THIS ACTION. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that under and by virtue of a Judgment and Decree entered in the above-cited action on 3/5/19, a certified copy of which has been delivered to me directing the sale of the premises hereinafter described to satisfy the amount found and adjudged due to said Plaintiff in the above-cited action from said Defendants John A. Jacobsen & Karen S. Jacobsen, the Sheriff of Pine County will sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, at the Pine County Sheriff’s office 6/27/19 at 10:00 a.m., the premises described in said Judgment and Decree to pay the debt secured by the following described mortgage: DATE OF MORTGAGE: 3/15/15. ORIGINAL PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF MORTGAGE: $165,000.00. MORTGAGORS: John A. Jacobsen & Karen S. Jacobsen, a married couple. MORTGAGEE: Mira Investments, LLC a Minnesota limited liability company. LENDER: Mira Investments, LLC a Minnesota limited liability company. DATE AND PLACE OF RECORDING: Recorded on 3/16/15, as Document Number A-519466 in the Office of the Pine County Recorder. PROPERTY ADDRESS: 15881 Cross Lake Road, Pine City, MN 55063. PROPERTY IDENTIFICATION NUMBER: 08.0462.011. LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF THE MORTGAGED PREMISES: The South 189.99 feet of the following described property: That part of the Northwest Quarter of the Northwest Quarter (NW1/4 of NW1/4) of Section Twenty-six (26), Township Thirty-nine (39). Range Twenty-one (21), described as follows: Commencing at the northwest corner of said Section 26; thence on an assumed bearing of South 0°5’50” West along the west line of the Northwest Quarter of the Northwest Quarter of said Section 26 a distance of 1020.12 feet; thence North 23°11’40” East 456.98 feet to Point “A”; thence North 1°37’15” East 600.20 feet to the north line of the
Northwest Quarter of the Northwest Quarter of said Section 26; thence on a bearing East along said north line 225.0 feet to the point of beginning of the property to be described; thence continuing on a bearing of East along said north line 420.0 feet to the center line of County Highway No. 9; thence South 0°40’ West along said center line 600.0 feet to the intersection with a line that bears East from Point “A” described above; thence on a bearing of West 452 feet to the intersection with a line that bears South 3°43’02” West from the point of beginning; thence North 3°43’02” East 601.22 feet to the point of beginning. Pine County, Minnesota. AMOUNT DUE UNDER JUDGMENT & DECREE: $204,324.10 as of 1/29/19. THAT all pre-foreclosure requirements have been complied with; that no action or proceeding has been instituted at law or otherwise to recover the debt secured by said mortgage, or any part thereof. PURSUANT to the power of sale contained in said mortgage/the said judgment and decree, the above-described property will be sold by the Sheriff of said county as follows: 6/27/19 at 10:00 A.M. at 635 Northridge Dr. NW, Pine City, Pine County, MN 55063 to pay the debt then secured by said mortgage, and taxes, if any, on said premises, and the costs and disbursements, including attorneys’ fees allowed by law subject to redemption within six (6) months from the date of said sale by the mortgagor(s), their personal representatives or assigns. TIME AND DATE TO VACATE PROPERTY: If the real estate is an owner-occupied, single-family dwelling, unless otherwise provided by law, the date on or before which the mortgagor(s) must vacate the property, if the mortgage is not reinstated under section 580.30 or the property is not redeemed under section 580.23, will be six (6) months from the date of the sale confirmation, or Friday, 12/27/19. THE TIME ALLOWED BY LAW FOR REDEMPTION BY THE MORTGAGOR, THE MORTGAGORS PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVES OR ASSIGNS, MAY BE REDUCED TO FIVE WEEKS IF A JUDICIAL ORDER IS ENTERED UNDER MINNESOTA STATUTES SECTION 582.032 DETERMINING, AMONG OTHER THINGS, THAT THE MORTGAGED PREMISES ARE IMPROVED WITH A RESIDENTIAL DWELLING OF LESS THAN 5 UNITS, ARE NOT PROPERTY USED FOR AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTION, AND ARE ABANDONED. HOMESTEAD DESIGNATION NOTICE: IF PART OF THE PROPERTY TO BE SOLD CONTAINS YOUR HOUSE, YOU MAY DESIGNATE AN AREA AS A HOMESTEAD TO BE SOLD AND REDEEMED SEPARATELY. YOU MAY DESIGNATE THE HOUSE YOU OCCUPY AND ANY AMOUNT OF THE PROPERTY AS A HOMESTEAD. THE DESIGNATED HOMESTEAD PROPERTY MUST CONFORM TO THE LOCAL ZONING ORDINANCES AND BE COMPACT SO THAT IT DOES NOT UNREASONABLY REDUCE THE VALUE OF THE REMAINING PROPERTY. YOU MUST PROVIDE THE PERSON FORECLOSING ON THE PROPERTY, THE SHERIFF, AND THE COUNTY RECORDER WITH A COPY OF THE LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF THE HOMESTEAD YOU HAVE DESIGNATED BY TEN BUSINESS DAYS BEFORE THE DATE THE PROPERTY IS TO BE SOLD. Cassandra Jacobsen, Atty., Cozen O’Connor, 33 S. Sixth St., Ste. 3800, Minneapolis, MN 55402, 612.260.9000(p), 612.260.9080(f), Attys. for Plaintiff/Judgment Creditor, Mira Investments, LLC. Pine County Sheriff’s Dept., Dated 5/6/19, By: /s/ Chief Deputy Paul Widenstrom, Badge Number #423. PURSUANT TO THE FAIR DEBT COLLECTION PRACTICES ACT, YOU ARE ADVISED THAT THIS OFFICE IS DEEMED TO BE A DEBT COLLECTOR. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. THIS NOTICE IS REQUIRED BY THE PROVISIONS OF THE FAIR DEBT COLLECTION PRACTICES ACT AND DOES NOT IMPLY THAT WE ARE ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT MONEY FROM ANYONE WHO HAS DISCHARGED THE DEBT UNDER THE BANKRUPTCY LAWS OF THE UNITED STATES. Published in the Pine City Pioneer on May 9, 16, 23, 30, June 6 and 13, 2019 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 1, 2019 YOU ARE NOTIFIED that default
PINE CITY PIONEER has occurred in the conditions of the following described Mortgage: INFORMATION REGARDING MORTGAGE TO BE FORECLOSED 1. Date of Mortgage: February 9, 2017. 2. Mortgagors: Delbert E. Triesch and Patsy J. Triesch, husband and wife. 3. Mortgagees: Woodlands National Bank. 4. Recording Information: Recorded on February 21, 2017, as Document Number T-19419 in the Office of the County Registrar of Titles of Pine County, Minnesota. 5. Assignments of Mortgage, if any: None. INFORMATION REGARDING MORTGAGED PREMISES 6. Tax parcel identification number of the mortgaged premises: 22-0203-000. 7. Legal description of the mortgaged premises: Southwest Quarter of Southeast Quarter (SW1/4 of SE1/4), of Section Seventeen (17), Township Forty-four (44), Range Nineteen (19), Pine County, Minnesota. Check here if all or part of the described real property is Registered (Torrens) 8. The physical street address, city, and zip code of the mortgaged premises: 35001 Walta Road, Askov, MN 55704. OTHER FORECLOSURE DATA 9. The person holding the Mortgage: is a transaction agent, as defined by Minn. Stat. 58.02, subd. 30. The name(s) of the transaction agent, residential mortgage servicer, and the lender or broker, as defined in Minn. Stat. 58.02, is/are […]. The transaction agent’s mortgage identification number, if stated on the Mortgage, is […]. is not a transaction agent, as defined by Minn. Stat. 58.02, subd. 30. The name(s) of the residential mortgage servicer and the lender or broker, as defined in Minn. Stat. 58.02, is/are Woodlands National Bank. 10. If stated on the Mortgage, the name of the mortgage originator, as defined in Minn. Stat. 58.02, is Woodlands National Bank. INFORMATION REGARDING FORECLOSURE 11. The requisites of Minn. Stat. 580.02 have been satisfied. 12. The original principal amount secured by the Mortgage was $249,900.00. 13. At the date of this notice the amount due on the Mortgage, including taxes, if any, paid by the holder of the Mortgage, is: $241,287.80. 14. Pursuant to the power of sale in the Mortgage, the Mortgage will be foreclosed, and the mortgaged premises will be sold by the Sheriff of Pine County, Minnesota, at public auction on May 30, 2019, 10:00 a.m. at the Pine County Sheriff’s Office, located at 635 Northridge Drive NW, Pine City, Minnesota. 15. The time allowed by law for redemption by Mortgagor or Mortgagor’s personal representatives or assigns is twelve (12) months after the date of sale. 16. Minn. Stat. 580.04(b) provides, “If the real estate is an owner-occupied, single-family dwelling, the notice must also specify the date on or before which the mortgagor must vacate the property if the mortgage is not reinstated under section 580.30 or the property redeemed under section 580.23.” If this statute applies, the time to vacate the property is 11:59 p.m. on May 30, 2020. THE TIME ALLOWED BY LAW FOR REDEMPTION BY THE MORTGAGOR, THE MORTGAGOR’S PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVES OR ASSIGNS, MAY BE REDUCED TO FIVE WEEKS IF A JUDICIAL ORDER IS ENTERED UNDER MINNESOTA STATUTES, SECTION 582.032, DETERMINING, AMONG OTHER THINGS, THAT THE MORTGAGED PREMISES ARE IMPROVED WITH A RESIDENTIAL DWELLING OF LESS THAN FIVE UNITS, ARE NOT PROPERTY USED IN AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTION, AND ARE ABANDONED. Name and address of Attorney for Mortgagee or Mortgage Assignee: GDO Law Mark E. Duea (#027351X) Christopher L. Olson (#0395191) 4770 White Bear Parkway, Suite 100 White Bear Lake, MN 55110 Name of Mortgagee or Mortgage Assignee: Woodlands National Bank 424 Main Street PO Box B Onamia, MN 56359 THIS COMMUNICATION IS FROM A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR
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THAT PURPOSE. Published in the Pine City Pioneer on April 11, 18, 25, May 2, 9 and 16, 2019
PINE CITY PUBLIC SCHOOLS INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT 578 REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS Notice is hereby given that Pine City Public Schools, Independent School District 578 Requests proposals for: Group Health Insurance Specifications will be available from the District’s Agent of Record, National Insurance Services, at 14852 Scenic Heights Rd, Suite 210, Eden Prairie, MN 55344, phone 800627-3660. Proposals are due no later than 2 p.m. on June 17th, 2019. Envelopes should be sealed and plainly marked “Proposal for Insurance” and should be addressed to Mankato Area Public Schools, Independent School District 77, 10 Civic Center Plaza, Mankato, MN 56002. A copy of the proposal should be sent to, National Insurance Services, 14852 Scenic Heights Road, Suite 210, Eden Prairie, MN 55344. Published in the Pine City Pioneer on May 2 and 9, 2019
SUMMARY MINUTES OF THE CITY OF ROCK CREEK April 4, 2019 The Rock Creek City Council meeting was called to order at 7PM by Mayor Johnson. Members present: Dick Johnson, Dan Saumer, Pam Hinze, Joe Babolik, Sam Christenson. Others present: Amy Thompson, Nancy Runyan, Tony Samuel, Don Peterson, Janet Hawkinson and Curt Kubesh. Babolik moved seconded by Christenson to approve the April 4, 2019 minutes. Motion passed unanimously. Babolik motioned seconded by Saumer to appoint Curt Kubesh to the Planning Commission, term being April 15th, 2019 to July 31, 2021. Motion carried all ayes. Christenson motioned seconded by Saumer to approve Kroschel Land Surveyors, Inc. to purchase 3” aluminum monuments for the Rock Creek Cemetery. Motion carried all ayes. Saumer moved seconded by Christenson to approve the Private Assessor Agreement, the City agrees to pay the Assessor for such services the sum of $6 per parcel for the 2020 assessment. Motion carried all ayes. Saumer motioned seconded by Christenson to acknowledge Rod’s retirement, effective June 28, 2019. Motion carried all ayes. Babolik moved seconded by Christenson to donate $500 to the Pine City Summer Rec Program. Motion carried all ayes. Babolik motioned seconded by Christenson to proceed with enforcement on Parcel ID #R43.0590.001 regarding the failure to have the required Subsurface Sewage Treatment System Compliance Inspection done. Motion carried all ayes. Babolik motioned seconded by Saumer to approve payment of check #’s 14759 - 14784 and e-transfers totaling $23,164.76. Motion carried unanimously. Hinze motioned seconded by Christenson to adjourn the City Council meeting at 8:30PM. Motion carried all ayes. Sandra Pangerl City Clerk Administrator Published in the Pine City Pioneer on May 9, 2019
NOTICE OF SPECIAL MEETINGS Notice is hereby given that the Rock Creek City Council will hold a special meeting on Monday, the 20th day of May 2019 at 6PM at the Rock Creek City Center to review the applications received for the position of City Maintenance Operator. A special meeting of the City Council will be held on Wednesday May 22, 2019 at 6PM to hold interviews for the City Maintenance Operator Position. Dick Johnson Mayor City of Rock Creek Published in the Pine City Pioneer on May 9, 2019
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FROM PAGE 21 CITY OF PINE CITY NOTICE OF SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING ON TUESDAY, MAY 14, 2019 AT 5:00 P.M. There will be a Special City Council Meeting in the Council Chambers of City Hall (located at 315 Main Street S) on Tuesday, May 14, 2019 at 5:00 p.m. to discuss putting sidewalk along the north side of 5th Avenue NE, the west side of Lake Street NE, the south side of 6th Avenue NE, and the west side of Westchester Drive NE. All interested persons are invited to attend. Matthew Van Steenwyk City Administrator City of Pine City Published in the Pine City Pioneer on May 9, 2019 NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS PINE CITY PLANNING COMMISSION City Hall Council Chamber 315 Main Street South NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Pine City Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to obtain comments and review the following items on Tuesday, May 21, 2019, beginning approximately at 6:30 p.m.: FINAL PLAT REVIEW A Final Plat Review for Pine City Senior Living, Summit Development and Robert & Jane Jones to plat Outlot B in the Northridge Business Park, to Lot 1, Block 1 in the Northridge Business Park, also referred to as parcel #42.5990.000. PRELIMINARY & FINAL PLAT REVIEW A Preliminary & Final Plat Review for the City of Pine City to subdivide parcel 42.0006.000 into three parcels, located at 1205 Main Street and along the 900 block of Golf Avenue in the Hilltop neighborhood, land containing the outdoor hockey rinks, Hilltop Cemetery and undeveloped land. The subdivision will separate the cemetery and park from the remaining portions of property, as well as the street right-of-way within the property. The regularly scheduled meeting of the Planning Commission is the 3rd Tuesday of the month at 6:30pm. All interested persons are encouraged to attend and be heard on this matter. Lezlie Sauter Community Development Director Published in the Pine City Pioneer on May 9, 2019 Royalton Township, Pine County Notice of Hearing on Proposed Assessment Notice is hereby given that the town board of the town of Royalton will meet at the town hall located 6052 Royalton Road, Braham, MN 55006 at 6:30 p.m. on May 28, 2019 to consider the adoption of the proposed assessment for the cost of the abatement of nuisance and land use violations located at 9435 Apple Road, Pine City, MN 55063. The board may adopt the assessment at this meeting. The following is the area proposed to be assessed: PID #29.0277.002 - That part of the Southwest Quarter of the Northwest Quarter of Section 26, Township 38 North, Range 22 West, Pine County, Minnesota, described
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OPEN HOUSE as follows: Commencing at the Northwest corner of said Southwest Quarter of the Northwest Quarter; thence Southerly on the West line of said Southwest Quarter of the Northwest Quarter, on an assumed bearing of South 00 degrees 40 minutes 14 second West, a distance of 874.83 feet; thence North 60 degrees 54 minutes 30 seconds East a distance of 198.22 feet; thence North 62 degrees 11 minutes 34 seconds East a distance of 507.18 feet to the point of beginning of the property to be described; thence continuing North 62 degrees 11 minutes 34 seconds East a distance of 104.07 feet; thence North 61 degrees 43 minutes 37 seconds East a distance of 68.99 feet; thence South 54 degrees 58 minutes 29 seconds East a distance of 678.77 feet, more or less, to the East line of said Southwest Quarter of the Northwest Quarter; thence Northerly on said East line a distance of 843.97 feet, more or less, to the Northeast corner of said Southwest Quarter of the Northwest Quarter; thence Westerly on the North line of said Southwest Quarter of the Northwest Quarter a distance of 708.88 feet, more or less, to the intersection with a line bearing North 00 degrees 40 minutes 14 second East from said point of beginning; thence South 00 degrees 40 minutes 14 seconds West a distance of 538.80 feet, more or less, to the point of beginning. The amount to be specially assessed against the particular parcel of land is $2,846.14. The proposed assessment roll is on file for public inspection at the town clerk’s office. Such assessment is proposed to be payable in equal annual installments extending over a period of three years, the first of the installments to be payable on or before the first Monday in January 2020, and will bear interest at the rate of 8% (eight per cent) percent per annum from the date of the adoption of the assessment resolution. To the first installment shall be added interest on the entire assessment from the date of the assessment resolution until December 31, 2019. To each subsequent installment when due shall be added interest for one year on all unpaid installments. You may at any time prior to certification of the assessment to the county auditor, pay the entire assessment on such property, with interest accrued to the date of payment, to the town clerk. No interest shall be charged if the entire assessment is paid within 30 days from the adoption of this assessment. You may at any time thereafter, pay to the county treasurer the entire amount of the assessment remaining unpaid, with interest accrued to December 31 of the year in which such payment is made. Such payment must be made before November 15 or interest will be charged through December 31 of the succeeding year. If you decide not to prepay the assessment before the date given above the rate of interest that will apply is 8% (eight per cent) percent per year. Written or oral objections will be considered at the meeting. No appeal to district court may be taken as to the amount of an assessment unless a written objection signed by the affected property owner is filed with the town clerk prior to the assessment hearing or presented to the presiding officer at the hearing. The board may consider such an
objection at an adjourned meeting upon such further notice to the affected property owners as it deems advisable. Under Minn. Stat. §§ 435.193 to 435.195 the board may, in its discretion, defer the payment of this special assessment for any homestead property owned by a person 65 years of age or older, one retired by virtue of a permanent and total disability, or a member of the National Guard or other reserves ordered to active military service for whom it would be a hardship to make the payments. When deferment of the special assessment has been granted and is terminated for any reason provided in that law, all amounts accumulated plus applicable interest become due. Any assessed property owner meeting the requirements of this law may, within 30 days of the confirmation of the assessment, apply to the town clerk for the prescribed form for such deferral of payment of this special assessment on his/her property. An owner may appeal an assessment to district court pursuant to Minn. Stat. § 429.081 by serving notice of the appeal upon the board chair or town clerk within 30 days after the adoption of the assessment and filing appropriate notice with the district court within ten days after service upon the chair or clerk. Duane P. Swanson, Town Clerk Published in the Pine City Pioneer on May 9, 2019 PUBLIC NOTICE The City of Brook Park is in the process of developing a wellhead protection plan for its drinking water supply wells. A copy for your review and comment of the draft wellhead protection plan, Part II, for this system as required in the Minnesota Wellhead Protection Rule (part 4720.5350), subparts 1-3) is available at Brook Park City Hall. This portion of the plan includes information pertaining to: The inventory of potential contaminants of concern within the drinking water supply management area, the data that was considered in this portion of the plan, issues, problems, and concerns within the drinking water supply management area, goals, objectives, and action strategies to address the issues and concerns within the drinking water supply management area, a plan evaluation strategy and a contingency strategy in the event of water system disruption. Your comments on this portion of the plan will be accepted throughout the 60-day comment period. Please send you written comments to Becky Conyers, City Clerk, P.O. Box 89 Brook Park, Mn, 55007, by June 3, 2019. Consistent with the Wellhead Protection Rule (part 4720.5350, subpart 4), a Public Hearing has been scheduled on June 3, 2019, approximately 7:00 P.M. at Brook Park City Hall, 206 3rd Ave., Brook Park Mn 55007 to discuss issues and address all comments related to the enclosed document. We look forward to your participation. Published in the Pine City Pioneer on May 2 and 9, 2019
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Seedorff 80th birthday Marvel Seedorff is celebrating 80 years with friends and family on Saturday, May 18, 1-3 p.m. There will be cake and coffee at Pine Town Hall, 21977 St. Croix Road, Pine City, MN 55063.
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CLASSIFIEDS COLLEGE Graduates Brook Park resident Zach Manley, BS, Biology, Cum Laude, and Pine City resident Natalie Kolling, BSE, Integrated Engineering, earned degrees from Minnesota State University, Mankato at the end of the spring 2019 semester.
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NOW HIRING: Food Service Team Members Apply in person at Kentucky Fried Chicken, Pine City, MN Kentucky Fried Chicken 1280 Hillside Ave SW, Pine City, MN
Help wanted working with a quadriplegic in Pine City. 763-439-7413 Pine Technical and Community College is seeking a Full-time General Repair Worker. Knowledge of mechanical systems, masonry, welding, electrical, plumbing, carpentry, painting and flooring care required. Deadline: Friday, May 17th. Must apply online at: https://mn.gov/mmb/c areers/, Job ID: 32432.
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Progressive Living Solutions is a local North Branch residential adult foster care provider supporting high functioning adults with mental illness and other disabilities.
Looking for kind and caring staff to assist us in our fun and laid-back social environment. No physical cares or restraining actions required. Offering a competitive hourly wage, paid training, annual bonus, and a $500.00 new hire bonus. Now hiring for PM Shifts 3:00pm – 10:15pm and Awake Overnight Shifts 10:00pm – 7:30am with rotating weekends. Please call to discuss these opportunities! (651) 277 - 7777
PINE CITY PUBLIC SCHOOLS HAS THE FOLLOWING OPENING:
Elementary Teacher Pine City Elementary School
Requirements: Minnesota Certified Elementary license Deadline: Open until filled Start Date: 8/21/19 Apply online: http://www.applitrack.com/pinecity/onlineapp/
Substitutes Needed at North Branch Schools! Sub Teachers - $130 per day Sub Assistants - hourly pay varies depending upon position For more information, call Heidi at 651-674-1001 Apply online at www.isd138.org under I WANT TO...click on Apply for a Job - View Our Open Positions - Substitute Teacher or Substitute Paraprofessional.
Now hiring for the position of N City Maintenance Operator Minimum qualifications: High School Diploma or GED. One (1) year experience in road maintenance and repairs or related work. Ability to operate all types of light and heavy equipment. Demonstrated ability to manage in a team-oriented work environment. Class A Commercial Driver’s License endorsement. This is a Full Time Position plus Benefits. Starting wage range $22.00 to $24.00 hourly depending on experience. Position Description and Applications can be obtained at the City Office: 7080 State Highway 70, Rock Creek, Monday - Friday 8AM to 12 Noon, on the City Website: cityofrockcreek.org or by calling 320-629-2736. Mail applications to: City of Rock Creek, PO Box 229, Rock Creek, MN 55067 or place in drop box by the City Office. Application deadline for this position has been extended to
Monday May 20, 2019 at 12 Noon.
COUNTY AGENCY SOCIAL WORKER CHILDREN'S MENTAL HEALTH Health & Human ServicesBehavioral Health Unit Come join the Pine County Behavioral Health Unit, in working to provide Children's Mental Health Case Management Services for children and families/ Essential Duties: •Ability to comprehend complex screening criteria, assess situations based on the criteria, assimilate and process information which is not presented in a concurrent fashion, and to make recommendations for disposition of this information • Prepares various reports, summaries, findings, etc. on cases • Consults with psychiatrists, attorneys and others regarding cases • Coordinates services for children who qualify for Children's Mental Health Case Management Services Minimum Qualifications: A bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university with a major in social work, psychology, sociology or closely related field or a bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university with a major in any field and one year of experience as a social worker in a public or private social services agency. Also, valid driver's license and appropriate certification and licensure. Salary: $23.98/hr- $30.14/hr DOQ Closing Date: May 17, 2019 @ 4:30pm For complete posting, visit our county website@ www.co.pine.mn.us under Departments- Human Resources- Employment Opportunities An Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer
JOB OPPORTUNITY: Family Pathways Aging Services Program, Homemaker Specialist. FAMILY PATHWAYS AGING SERVICES PROGRAM IS SEEKING 2 HOMEMAKER SPECIALISTS
Pine County and Chisago County openings $14/hr with benefits Perform light housekeeping services for older persons. Applicants should complete resume and agency job application found at https://familypathways.applicantstack.com/x/opening Please contact HR at 651 674 8040 with questions.
We are seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse or Certified Medical Assistant for a full time (64-80 hour pay period) "Nursing Staff ” float position to work at all three clinics, Moose Lake, Sandstone, Hinckley. Visit our website www.gatewayclinic.com for a complete job description and duties. If interested, please apply on-line or send resume and cover letter to
Mavis Hartman, Clinic Manager, 4570 Co Road 61, Moose Lake, MN 55767 Or email: mhartman@gatewayclinic.com Assisted Living Scandia House of Pine City
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FT and PT positions available. FREE NAR CLASSES and a SIGN ON BONUS. Offering competitive wages and benefits. Please see website for more information and job descriptions www.ecumen.org/careers or call Amy @ 651-237-3055 AA/EOE/Vets/Disabled
JOB OPPORTUNITY: Family Pathways, Aging Services Program, Aging Care Coordinator A position serving Pine, Kanabec & Mille Lacs counties and a positon serving Isanti & Chisago Counties Aging Care Coordinators serve as vital members of the Aging Services team to help meet Family Pathways' mission. Aging Care Coordinators help older adults remain in their homes as long as possible by (1) serving as a consultant/coordinating resource for older adults in developing and implementing person-centered and appropriate goals and strategies; and (2) harnessing the community's resources through volunteer-driven programs. Part time $16. 00/hr with benefits. Applicants should complete resume and agency job application found at https://familypathways.applicantstack.com/x/opening Please contact HR at 651 674 8040 with questions. All qualified applicants will receive considerations for employment regardless of their race, color,religion, sex, national origin, or status as a qualified individual with a disability or protected veteran.
Night Shifts Available
Competitive pay & bonuses available Experience preferred but willing to train.
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Job Opening The City of Pine City is accepting applications for the position of
FINANCE & HUMAN RESOURCE OFFICER. This is a full-time, non-union, exempt position, responsible for the oversight of the city’s financial and human resource functions. Candidate should possess a bachelor's degree in human resources, accounting, business administration, or public administration plus at least three (3) years in related experience. or Candidate should possess an associate’s degree in human resources, accounting, business administration, or public administration plus at least five (5) years in related experience. or Candidate should possess ten (10) years of progressively responsible municipal accounting and human resource experience sufficient to demonstrate competent understanding of the fields may be substituted for either of the previous degree requirements. Starting annual salary range is commencerate with experience, between $55,000 and $62,000. For information and required application packet contact City of Pine City, 315 Main St. S., Ste 100, Pine City MN 55063, (320) 629-2575 Ext. 104, admin01@pinecitygov.com. Applications and job description are also available on the city website at www.pinecitygov.com. Position is open until filled. The City of Pine City is an Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer.
Now Hiring Direct Support Professionals Homes in Hugo, Dellwood, White Bear, Wyoming, North Branch, Harris, Stanchfield, Pine City, Brook Park $250 Sign on Bonus Starting wages range $12.00 to $17.00/hr. Weekend differentials, Overnight differentials Year-end bonus Paid training Medical, Dental, 401(k), Paid Personal Leave We have full-time, part-time, and relief positions available Community Living Options provides 24-hour residential care and supervision to adults and children with intellectual developmental disabilities, mental health and medical challenges. For interview call Polly @ 651-237-1087 or email: Trainer@clomail.com Apply online at CLO-MN.com
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