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Alvin Dvorak helped his crewmates escape the bombed and burning USS Arizona during the Dec. 7, 1941 attack on Pearl Harbor.
Pine County man was last to leave the USS Arizona BY CJ GUSTAFSON NEWS@PINECITYMN.COM
As members of the Pine County Genealogical Society, it is not unusual for Al and Lyn Johnson to r eceive requests for information on people who have lived in the area. There have been some interesting inquiries over the years, but the phone call the Johnsons received in February of last year turned out to be life-changing. That call came from Ed McGrath, a documentary filmmaker from Los Angeles who was in the process of w riting a b ook and shooting a movie about Lauren Bruner, one in a group of sailors who were the last to leave
the USS Arizona following the Pearl Harbor attack in 1941. The filmmaker was interested in finding a photo of a nother man in the group, Pine County’s Alvin Dvorak, who grew up on a farm near Bruno before moving to Stillwater and enlisting in the Navy. When the USS Arizona was bombed, Bruner, Dvorak and three others escaped using a rope strung 60 feet above the roiling, fiery water between their ship and the USS Vestal. Dvorak, who had tied the knot for the rope and insisted on seeing that it held, was the last person to leave the Arizona, preceded by
A Circle Pines man allegedly caused a car crash on Highway 70, fl ed the scene, then threatened law enforcement officers with a knife before being taken into custody on the afternoon of May 15. According to t he Minnesota State Patrol, Darren M. Zigas, 42, was driving a 2 001 Chevrolet Cavalier east on Highway 70 near the intersection of Government Road at 2:40 p.m. The Minnesota State Patrol reports that Zigas swerved into oncoming traffic and sideswiped a w estbound 2005 Ford Thunderbird driven by May Voight, 70, of Hayward, Wisconsin. Zigas then left the scene of the crash in his vehicle. Voight was taken to Bu rnett Medical Center in Grantsburg. Her injuries were described as non-life threatening.
STANDOFF IN A FARM POND Officers of t he Minnesota State Patrol and the Pine County Sheriff’s Office began searching the area for the damaged Cavalier. Pine County deputies discovered the vehicle matching the description from the hit and run heading eastbound on Highway 70, east of Government Road. As officers approached the vehicle, Zigas fled on foot toward the north. “He abandons his car at this farm and runs off and jumps in a f arm pond or swamp in the back, and then is harming himself,” explained Pine
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Artist’s sketch of Alvin Dvorak.
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Art in the Park better than ever in 2015 BY MIKE GAINOR EDITOR@PINECITYMN.COM
The Pine City Arts Council is bringing another summer of free musical entertainment to Robinson Park with the 2015 Art in the Park series. Art in the Park will be held every Friday evening from May 22 through July 24, with food service
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offerings from various local nonprofits starting at 5:30 p.m. and shows running from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Adrienne Roubinek of the Pine City Arts Council said she’s excited for these eight evenings of m usic and fun. “It brings joy to o ther people,” Roubinek said. “I just love the community feel of it. I look forward to not cooking supper, I look forward
to visiting with my friends on Friday night, I look forward to seeing young families there with their baby on a b lanket, and the grandma sitting on a b ench tapping her toes with her gray hair shining in the sunset. So it’s a vast variety of things.” The series kicks off on May 22 MIKE GAINOR | THE PIONEER
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Burning restrictions lifted, but is county out of drought? BY MIKE GAINOR EDITOR@PINECITYMN.COM
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources lifted burning restrictions across Minnesota on May 14, but despite the recent rains, Pine County and much of t he rest of the state remained in drought conditions. The fire danger rating on May 14 was set at low, and burning permit restrictions were loosened from restricted burning to simply requiring burning permits for larger fires of brush, leaves, clippings and untreated/ unpainted wood. An open burning permit is required when the fire is more than three feet high and three feet in diameter and is not contained in an approved burner. Burning permits can be obtained at any DNR Forestry Office, from any fire warden or by purchasing a burning permit online. The DNR advises anyone doing burning to keep burn piles small, have a water supply nearby and stay with the fire until it is completely out. If fire escapes, the person who started the fire is responsible for the damage and suppression costs. Jean Goad, information officer at the Minnesota Interagency Fire Center, said that if dry, windy conditions return, so could burning restrictions. “What happens is, after the snow melts and before green-up, we put the restrictions on,” Goad said.
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Boaters can soon tie up at condo docks BY HENRY FISCHER EDITOR@PINECITYMN.COM
“We haven’t gotten to really green-up yet. But it’s been so wet. So those restrictions could go back on ... foresters can put restrictions back on if conditions warrant.” Goad said any changes day-to-day will show up at www.dnr.state.mn.us/ forestry/fire/firerating_ restrictions.html.
Drought remains
17 and the United States Drought Monitor has the county listed as being in Moderate Drought at their last check-in on May 12. Pine County has been listed at “Abnormally Dry” since Jan. 27.
Recent rains have dropped only 8-10 inches of total precipitation on the Pine City area between Oct. 1, 2014 and May 12, 2015, according to the DNR State Climatology Office. Pine County has been experiencing drought conditions since March
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Pine City area boaters will soon be able to tie up for up to an hour and a half at boat dock slips near downtown. The Pine City Council has approved a l ease agreement for the use of four boat dock slips at the Pine City Bottle Cap Condos to allow public access to downtown area businesses and parks for up to 90 minutes. The lease comes at a cost of $ 2,000. Half will be paid by the city and half by the city’s Economic Development Authority. APPROVED the purchase of a yellow safety fence cap at the city’s ball fields at a cost of $2,355. The Pine City Softball Association will contribute $400, Pine City Schools will pay $588, and the city’s portion will be $1,367. APPROVED a proclamation recognizing the Pine City Area Early Childhood Coalition for receiving the Initiative Foundation’s Outstanding Community Award. APPROVED a c onditional use permit allowing Zion Lutheran Church to replace existing signs along Main Street with a new electronic programmable message sign. AMENDED the city’s Parks Use Policy to p rohibit tobacco use of any kind, including cigarettes, cigars, e-cigs and chewing tobacco, at city parks. These products are only allowed in designated areas at certain park locations and certain times as posted. APPROVED an agreement with the Pine City Athletic Association to p rovide concession duties at the ball fields this summer. ACCEPTED a $700 donation from Greater Pine Area Endowment to h elp pay for the fire department’s radio upgrade project.
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Edward Charles Schultz, age 57, was reported missing to t he Aitkin County Sheriff’s Office on April 28, and his vehicle was located near the shore of Mud Lake about four miles east of Beroun on April 29. A s earch at that time did not locate the missing man. On May 12, the search was expanded in area and was aided by use of a helicopter. The missing man’s remains were found in Mud Lake approximately a half mile from where his vehicle was parked. According to the sheriff’s office, it appeared as if Schultz had been in the water for some time. The Midwest Medical Examiner’s Office positively identified Mr. Schultz and cause of death is pending.
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Fresh Water Fair
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The Pokegama Lake Association will host the Fresh Water Fair for 5th grade students on Thursday, May 21 b eginning at 9 a.m. at Voyageur Park, Pine City. This year’s Fresh Water fair features various learning stations covering a variety of topics on en vironmental and wildlife stewardship. This is a fun opportunity to e ducate youth, and the public, on the importance of healthy, unpolluted lakes and rivers. For information email: lynquilt@msn.com.
Rush City High School concert
The Rush City High School Concert Choir will present a Pops and Vocal Recital at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, May 21. The free concert will take place in the high school theater and the public is warmly invited to attend. The program will include: “Come Sail Away,” “Pompeii,” “Gone, Gone, Gone,” “Wake Me Up!” and “Cups.” Call or email Ben Montzka with any questions: 320-358-1302/ bmontzka@ rushcity.k12.mn.us
MAY 22 PCHS Jazz Band at Art in the Park
The Pine City Arts Council premieres Art in The Park 2015 with a f ree performance by the Pine City High School Jazz Band on Friday, May 22 at 6:30 p.m. at Robinson Park in downtown Pine City.
MAY 23 ‘Super Saturday’ at PCftA
The public is invited to “Super Saturday” art classes at Pine Center for the Arts, downtown Pine City, on Saturday, May 23. From 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. take “Drawing 101” with Peg Skalicky, then from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. learn wire ring making with Lisa Bremer, or make a watercolor painting of a birch tree scene with Amber Shuey. Materials are provided and no experience is necessary. For cost or to register, call 320-629-4924, or visit www.pinecenter.org.
MAY 24 Classic Car and Tractor show
The Pine City American Legion is hosting a Memorial Day Classic Car and Tractor show on Sunday, May 24 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. There will be games, food and beverages. Call 320-629-2021 or visit pinecityamericanlegion. com with any questions.
Royalton Memorial Day Services
The public is invited to Memorial Day Services at Royalton Memorial Cemetery Chapel, northeast of Braham, on Sunday, May 24 at 2 p.m. There will be a special speaker, musical program, and lunch will be served with a free will offering. Call 320-3962610 for information.
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The annual Memorial Day Parade in downtown Pine City will take place on Monday, May 25. The parade begins at Lakeside Medical Center at approximately 9 a .m. The parade will pause at the monument on 3rd Ave. and Main Street before proceeding to Birchwood Cemetery for a ceremony.
Memorial Day Pow-Wow
Experience a c ontemporary Memorial Day Pow-Wow honoring veterans past and present. Hosted by AMVets Post 53, this free outdoor event will take place on Monday, May 25 outside the Mille Lacs Indian Museum from noon to 5 p.m. Call 320-5323632 or e-mail millelacs@mnhs. org for more information.
MAY 26 Understanding psychosis
The National Alliance on Mental Illness of Minnesota (NAMI) will hold an “Understanding Early Episode Psychosis” workshop to help young people, their families and loved ones who have experienced psychosis to u nderstand symptoms, causes and treatments, how to self-advocate, get back to work or school and achieve recovery. The workshop will be held in Pine City High School’s 7th grade commons on Tuesday, May 26, from 6-8 p.m. Preregistration is required; visit https://EarlyEpisodePineCity5-26.eventbrite.com.
Pine Gardeners tour
It is tour time for the Pine Gardeners on Tuesday, May 26. Meet at 9 a.m. at the Pine City Library for carpooling to Roger Vacinek’s greenhouses. He has some interesting plants, including a “ hoop” house. Guests are welcome. Email lynquilt@ msn. com for more information.
Family Law Clinic
The Refuge Network is sponsoring a free, open to the public, Family Law Clinic on Tuesday, May 26, 1-3 p.m., at Grace Lutheran Church in Mora (301 Forest Ave. E. Mora, MN 55051). Attendees will learn the basics on family law matters, receive helpful materials, and have questions answered. There may be an opportunity to meet with an attorney for an individual consultation. Consultations will be on a first come, first serve basis. For further information visit www.therefugenetwork.org or call 320-679-1737.
MAY 27 Buds n’ Blooms plant sale
The Buds n’ Blooms Garden Club will host a p lant sale on Wednesday, May 27 from 6:30 a.m. until 11 a.m. at the Pine County Fairgrounds Flea Market in Pine City. Call Verna at 320-629-2762 with any questions.
The public is invited to learn about the issue of fraud in relation to cell phones, credit cards and computers with Steve and Debbie Cunningham, members of AARP’s volunteer Fraud Fighters team, on Wednesday, May 27 at Our Redeemer Lutheran Church, Pine City. The one-hour afternoon session will include coffee and cookies. Call Lyndon Hagestuen at 320-6292685 for time or other questions.
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Jerry’s One Man Band
The Pine County History Museum in Askov welcomes Jerry’s One Man Band on Saturday, May 30. The event features free dance lessons from 4-5 p.m., followed by live music from 5-8 p.m. Kids 12 and under are free. For cost or more information, visit www.pinecountyhistorymuseum.org.
MAY 31 Rural School Museum
The next meeting of the Snake River Valley Conservation Club (SRVCC) will be held on Wednesday, May 27, 7:30 p.m., at the Pine County fairgrounds club house. Contact Mark Madison at mdmadison52@ gmail. com with any questions.
The Pine City Rural School Museum is open to the public every Sunday from noon to 3 p.m. beginning Sunday, May 31 through the end of August. The school is located one block north of Hwy. 324 on 7th St. S. in Pine City. Contact Erna P. at 320-6292810 with any questions.
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The Ruby’s Pantry food distribution is the f ourth Thursday of each month at the Armory in Pine City. Registration begins at 4:30 p.m. and f ood distribution will take place T hursday, May 28, from 5 - 6:30 p .m. For information call 651-674-0009 or visit www.rubyspantry.org.
Free Senior Surf class
Seniors are invited to a f ree session on learning to surf the internet on Thursday, May 28 from 1-3 p.m. at the Hinckley Public Library. This class is geared for seniors who have little or no experience with computers. Learn how to u se a search engine, find websites using a web address and how to determine whether a website is secure. To register, call the Senior LinkAge Line at 800-333-2433.
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The Pine City Public Library summer reading program, “Read to t he Rhythm,” free opening program for children will feature the Teddy Bear Band on Thursday, June 4, 1:30 p.m., at the Pine City Elementary auditorium. Stop by the library and pick up a flyer listing all the activities and events offered this summer for both kids and teens. Call 320-629-6403 for more information.
Driver improvement
A 55+ driver improvement course (four-hour refresher course) with Gene Carlson will take place on Thursday, June 4 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Pine City Elementary School Media Center, 700 6th Ave. SW. Preregistration is required. For information or to register call 320629-4030, 888-234-1294, or visit www.mnsafetycenter.org.
Abandoned Farms of Isanti Co.
The public is invited to a n opening reception for the film and photo project, “The Abandoned Farms of I santi County” at Cambridge Center for the Arts, 140 Buchanan St. N. (in the City Center Mall) from 4 to 7 p.m. on Friday, May 29. The exhibition, an exploration of what is left behind of the once working farms that helped shape Isanti County, will be on view until June 27. Call 763-552-0320 or visit www.cambridgecenterforthearts.org to learn more.
JUNE 5 Moth capture field study
Join Friends Of Crex member Rich Peet as he captures moths for study at Crex Meadows in Grantsburg, Wisconsin on Friday, June 5 ( rain date June 6) from 9:30 p.m. to 1:00 a.m. Meet at the Dike 6 p arking lot off of Co. Rd. F. Bring bug spray, refreshments, camera, and a comfy chair. Call 715-463-2739 or visit www.crexmeadows.org for more information.
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MAY 30 ‘ColorMy5K’
Walkers and runners are invited to t he FirstLight Health System “ColorMy5K” run in Mora on Saturday, May 30 at 8:30 a.m. Run or walk the route and get b lasted with colored powder at stations along the way during this family-friendly community event. Visit www. colormy5k.zapevent.com for details and registration.
War of 1812 at the Fur Post
It’s the War of 1 812 and the Americans are attacking British territories. The North West Company, Pine City, is enlisting all able-bodied voyageurs to help defend the business of the fur trade. Join in musket drills, march in formation and make a militia hat on Saturday, June 6, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. For information call: 320-629-6356; or visit: www.mnhs.org/nwcfurpost.
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THURSDAY 5/21 TOPS-Take Off Pounds Sensibly: Pine City Library Community Room, 4:30-5:30 p.m. NAMI peer support: Cambridge Medical Ctr., 6:30 p.m. Teen AA/NA: 6:30 p.m., Teen Focus Center, Rush City Al-Anon: 7:30 p.m., Pine City, Our Redeemer Lutheran Church SUNDAY 5/24 AA (Big Book study): Evangelical Free Church, 7 p.m. MONDAY 5/25 Celebrate Recovery: Pine City, Journey North Church, 6 p.m. Pine City Yellow Ribbon Group: Pine City American Legion, 7 p.m. AA: 7:30 p.m., Our Redeemer Lutheran Church WEDNESDAY 5/27 Woodcarving club: Askov, 9 a.m. Pine Co. History Museum Pine City Council: 6:30 p.m., Pine Government Ctr., Pine City Pine City Toastmasters: 7 p.m., Pine City VFW Hall AA: 8 p.m., Rock Creek Community Center THURSDAY 5/28 TOPS-Take Off Pounds Sensibly: Pine City Library, 4:30 p.m. Teen AA/NA: 6:30 p.m., Teen Focus Center, Rush City Pine County LGBT: 7 p.m. Hinckley City Hall Comm. Room Al-Anon: 7:30 p.m., Pine City, Our Redeemer Lutheran Church
SENIOR DINING May 18 - 22 Monday: Chicken in cream sauce, parslied potatoes, green beans, wheat bread, apricots Tuesday: Topsy Turvey Day - Hot roast beef sandwich, mashed potatoes with gravy, carrots, upside down cake Wednesday: Deviled pork chop, oven roasted potatoes, creamed corn, wheat bread, frosted spice bar Thursday: Glazed chicken wings, scalloped potatoes, fresh vegetables/ranch dip, wheat bread, peaches Friday: Hamburger on a bun, baked beans, coleslaw, fresh fruit Cost is $4.00 for people over 60 and $7.50 for under 60. No preregistration needed, except for special events. Call the Pine City Senior Center at 320-629-3024 between 10:30 a.m. and 1 p.m.
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Another person’s treasure Pine City has its fair share of of ficial and semi-official holidays, and on the bright morning of M ay 16 the town was buzzing with the latest: the annual city-wide garage sale. More than 50 families bought a place on the map in the Pioneer, and it was clear that many more had simply set up shop and put out a sign or two. Some intersections were so clustered with different-colored signs it looked like last week’s rain led to the sprouting of a Editor’s had very large and unusual vaSoapbox riety of multicolored blooms with writing on them. If Mike you happened to stop at the corner of Main Street and Gainor Eighth Avenue you know what I m ean. It was pretty clear that, no matter which street you happened to turn down, you were going to find a garage sale at the end of it. At a few minutes before 7 a .m. you would have found me down at the Rock Creek Town Hall helping my wife set up her table filled with our odds and ends. From her there were crafts and bags for sale and from me there were clothes, books, computer gear and an old nylon-string acoustic guitar. A friend of ours who was helping organize the sale down there pointed out the guitar. I told her that was my first guitar, and I’d had it since I was 14 years old. “Aww,” she said. “Do you really want to get rid of it?” As I was driving north up Highway 61 a few minutes later (there was a garden to dig up, and that lawn wasn’t going to m ow itself) I looked at the people out on their decks and driveways getting ready to s ell off their old belongings, and I t hought about what our friend had said. Sure, I was happy to get r id of that old guitar – I ’ve got another one at home, and this one was just taking up space in the back of my closet – but it wasn’t so long ago it was important to me to keep it around. I used to be more sentimental about things like that. Now I’m more sentimental about people, about relationships. Maybe you’re finding the same thing in your life. When I think of my family, my friends – well, that’s what it seems to me is worth caring about. And it’s worth working hard to m ake sure those friendships and connections stay strong. That’s what’s important. The rest of it is just stuff. That said, I h ope whoever bought my old guitar gives it a good new home, and makes some fine, fine music with it. “Don’t walk behind me; I may not lead. Don’t walk in front of me; I may not follow. Just walk beside me and be my friend.” Albert Camus
Lourey supports Health & Human Services bill PRESS RELEASE
The Minnesota Senate passed the Health and Human Services Omnibus Budget Bill off the Floor this evening on a 4 9-16 vote. While the Senate and House budget bills were approximately $1.5 billion apart in recommendations – t he House cut $1.1 billion and the Senate invested more than $341 million – t he agreement between the two bodies: invests in future generations and families; increases support and resources for health care providers; strengthens the state’s mental health system; increases access to health care for persons with disabilities and seniors;
ensures safe and stable housing; and provides support for caregivers of the vulnerable. The Senate delivered on its commitment to p rotect MinnesotaCare, invested $10 million to reduce the basic sliding fee waitlist, invested $138 million into nursing homes, and provided an additional investment of over $36 million into the state’s mental health system. Health and Human Services Budget Division Chair Senator Tony Lourey (DFL – Kerrick) said that while there was a great deal of debate with the House, the bill represents compromises.
“This is a go od bill, but like any budget year we wish we could have done more, like increase the cash grant for low-income families with children,” said Sen. Lourey. “The fact that the House Republicans demanded an increase in premiums and cost-shifting for low-income families continues to b e a huge disappointment. But the bill has a large number of significant investments in our elderly and disabled, and children in need of protection. This bill really helps support hardworking Minnesota families and our most vulnerable citizens.”
Rarick accepts budget compromise PRESS RELEASE
The Minnesota Legislature has adjourned for the 2015 legislative session, and State Representative Jason Rarick (R-Pine City) said the final budget deal agreed to by both the House and Senate contains a number of good provisions that will benefit Pine and Kanabec counties. “As with any negotiation, in the end you see both wins and losses in the compromise,” Rarick said. “While I’m disappointed that some of our provisions did not make the cut, I b elieve this session was still
very productive.” Rarick said nursing homes are among the top winners from the 2015 session. Earlier this session, he sponsored legislation that would raise reimbursement rates for Pine and Kanabec County nursing homes in order to put them on a more level playing field with their counterparts from the Twin Cities and Duluth. The final bipartisan compromise included $138 million for our nursing homes to implement a statewide rate of r eimbursement – which will strongly assist facilities in Greater Minnesota, improve the wages of
care providers and provide a permanent solution to statewide nursing home needs. In K-12 Education, lawmakers approved $400 million in new funding for schools statewide. The proposal increases biennial per pupil funding for every student in every school district across the state by an average of $ 205. Rarick noted there is also additional funding for facilities maintenance which will help reduce funding disparities for Greater Minnesota school districts
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Immigrant stories wanted BY ARLA BUDD EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, PINE COUNTY HISTORY MUSEUM
One of the projects that I have wanted to begin at the Pine County History Museum is a collection of the exceptional, or tragic, or entertaining true stories that our ancestors had of the past, especially of immigration or pioneer days. There were many of them, and we should not lose them. So, hoping to begin that project now, I offer here one of t he stories of my grandfather’s past. Only a f ew of t he residents in Askov will remember my grandfather K. L. “Chris” Lund. He passed away in 1969, and so my own children have no recollection of him. He was a m an of f ew words and much integrity, both gentle and stern with us grandchildren. I have wonderful memories of kite flying in his pasture, playing in his garden while he worked, eating watermelons cooled in his wellhouse in the hot summer, and a g reat memory of him teaching teenage me how to d rive
his old pickup. But the most extraordinary story about him was the one of how he left his home in Denmark and arrived in America. It begins with a l arge Danish family that had lost its mother. The father, who was illiterate and poor, attempted to make a home for his children but could not afford to b ring them up. So as each child reached an age of a ccountability, in this case age 12, they were sent out to make their own way and help support the family at home. In 1905, my grandfather at age 12 was sent to a large “gaard” (Danish farm estate) to work for the baron who owned the farm. It was a dairy farm, and Grandfather’s job was to c arry the cream cans to the wellhouse where they were cooled in well water. Now my grandfather may have been 12, but he was closer to the size my 6-year-old grandson is today. (We know because we have the suit Grandfather wore on the trip to America.) The cream cans were almost as big as he. So as
he was carrying one, he fell with it, and half the milk spilled out. Afraid that the baron would find out he had spilled the milk, Grandfather filled the rest of t he can with water. The baron did find out, and not for the mistake, but for attempting to hide it, the baron “fired” my grandfather and sent him home. When he got home, his father, a h ard man, told him if that was how he handled himself, he could go to A merica and join his brothers. (There were three older brothers who had emigrated to America and were living in Iowa.) So 12-yearold Grandfather was sent, alone, to the harbor town of E sbjerg to m eet a young couple traveling to America. The young couple never showed up, so the small boy got on the ship, alone, and made the voyage to America, where he went through Ellis Island… alone. With great-grandfather being illiterate, no communication had been made with the three Iowa brothers telling them their younger
brother was coming. All my grandfather was able to communicate to p eople in the new country was that he had to go to Iowa, which in his Danish dialect he pronounced “Yova.” Yet somehow he made his way half-way across this giant country and found his brothers. But he never talked about that cross-country journey to u s. I c an only imagine how hard it was for a child, at the hands of strangers. After grandfather’s death, my parents were told the story of his dairy job by Danish and American relatives. If you have an immigration story to t ell, or how your forefathers and mothers arrived in Pine County, please share it with me for the museum… either by phone, email, snail mail or in person. Let’s not let these priceless stories of o ur past disappear with us. Arla Budd is the executive director of the Pine County History Museum (6333 H C An dersen Alle, Askov, MN 55704). For more information contact abudd@ frontiernet.net or 320-216-7636.
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and help finance the upkeep of school buildings. Rarick said negotiators reached an impasse on funding long-term transportation projects, noting that Governor Dayton and Senate Democrats would not support dedicating $7 billion to statewide road and bridge needs, while House Republicans refused to
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$12.5 million in new revenue to assist towns with populations under 5,000 residents with street repair projects. “We had hoped to d o better for our small cities, but this is a good start considering they were receiving nothing from the state,” Rarick said. “It’s also worth noting that because the House and Senate were not able to agree on middle class tax
relief, $1 billion remains unspent. Next session we will make a decision as to what to do with this money, whether it’s putting it in a rainy day fund, offering tax relief, or using it elsewhere.” “As for this session, the goal was to do w hat is right for Minnesota during our budget setting process, and overall I believe we have,” Rarick concluded.
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Summer is right around the corner, which means the library’s busiest few months are just ahead. The library will be teaming with children and families as our summer reading program launches. Our program encourages children to continue to read and learn throughout the summer months—with lots of f un prizes to provide some motivation. Reading is an important way to help prevent “summer slide,” which is the loss of learning between school years, as well as to support a child’s overall success in school. Plus, reading can unlock new worlds for children and hours of entertainment. Pine City provide This year’s theme is “Read to the Librarian Rhythm,” and we have a va riety of exciting programs and activities relating to music and sound in Andrea store. We’ll kick off the program Hermanson with everyone’s favorite, the Teddy Bear Band, at 1:30 p.m. at the Pine City Elementary Auditorium on T hursday, June 4. This opening program is funded by Minnesota’s Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund. Wednesdays are an especially busy day. Story Time will start at 10 a.m. for wee ones (beginning June 3), and Pause to Learn will follow at 11:15 a.m. for elementary-age kids (beginning June 10). Special guests will join us this summer, starting with Pine City High School’s music program. Teens can look forward to book club and video gaming events. Be on the lookout and stop by the library for more details. The library is also offering a special program this summer in partnership with Pine City Area History Association and the Friends of the Library—Pine City History Hunt. Open to all, this scavenger hunt will lead folks around town to historical sites within walking distance from the library. Easy-to-use GPS technology (your smartphone or the library’s GPS device) will be your guide. So stop by the library for information about how to join in.
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WILDFIRE PREVENTION Spring Burning Restrictions Lifted The spring fire restrictions that went into effect on April 15, were lifted on May 14, and burning is again allowed through the existing permit system. People will once again be able to stop in at forestry offices and fire warden residences to pick up a permit. The purpose of the restriction was to reduce the number of wildfires caused by debris burning and to reduce property damage. Our historical data indicated that 43 percent of wildfires originated from yard cleanup and debris burning. We have appreciated everyone’s patience with this process. When are burning permits required? Burning permits are required by law for most open burning and they are issued free of charge by local township fire wardens and your local DNR foresters. Burning permits allow DNR to limit burning to those times when there is less of a chance of a fire getting out of control. Although no time is totally safe to burn, evening hours are considered much safer then daytime hours because in the evening the winds are normally slower, the humidity is higher and the temperatures are cooler - so fires that do escape control, burn much slower and are easier to put out. Most permits are issued for evening hours of 6 p.m. to 8 a.m. No burning permit required: • When the ground has a snow cover of 3 inches or more surrounding the immediate area of the fire sufficient to keep fire from spreading. This condition exists for most of the winter months, and burning can be accomplished 24 hours a day. • Campfires that are not larger than 3 feet in diameter and have the ground cleared of combustible materials for 5 feet around the base of the fire. • A fire contained in a charcoal grill, campstove, or other device for the purpose of cooking or heating. • A burner used between the hours of 6 p.m. to 8 a.m. for vegetative material. Special Permits: Permits for daytime burning are issued on a caseby-case basis, and must be issued by a DNR forest officer. Burning permits may be issued to burn only leaves, grass, brush, twigs. For more information on open burning, call the Mora DNR Forestry Office at 320-679-3683. City Burning Regulations: Beroun, City of (Unincorporated) Burning permits issued by Township Fire Wardens. Brook Park, City of Burning permits issued by Township Fire Wardens. Sandstone, City of Burning permits issued only by Fire Chief (Chris
Thorvig). In his absence, people are referred to the DNR. Henriette, City of Burning permits issued by Township Fire Wardens. Hinckley, City of Strictly no burning within city limits. Pine City, City of Burning permits issued by Fire Chief (Paul Miller) only. Rock Creek, City of Burning permits issued by Township Fire Wardens. The cities of Mora and Ogilvie do not allow any springtime burning within the city limits, but leaves may be burned in both communities from Sept. 15 through Dec. 1 during daylight hours. Mora has established a community composting site and encourages residents to not burn, but to use the community compost site. Grasston allows open burning only when the burning permit is approved by their designated township fire warden. In Quamba, you must obtain a burning permit from your local township fire warden or the Mora DNR Forestry Office. Burning permits may be issued to burn only leaves, grass, brush, twigs, unpainted and untreated wood. For more information on open burning, call the Mora DNR Forestry Office at 320-679-3683 or Sandstone DNR Forestry Office at 320-245-6789. Burning Permit Regulations: • A permit is needed for open burning throughout the state when the ground is not snow covered. • Can burn only during the time period specified on permit. • Must have permit while burning. • Fire must be attended and kept under control at all times. • Permit needed for a burner used during the hours of 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. • Permit fire must not be left smoldering. • Person must own land or have written permission from owner where burning is to be done. • May burn only vegetative material: leaves, grass, brush, twigs, unpainted and untreated wood. General Fire Safety: Prior to getting a permit, there are several things that everyone should have on hand to burn as follows: • A good water supply • Tools to keep the fire under control (shovel, rake, etc.). • A cleared area around the fire (the size of the cleared area would depend on the size of the fire). • Pay special attention to the weather (is it windy?, has the weather been dry?, is the humidity low?). Many fires escape due to unexpected changes in weather conditions. • And finally, please attend your fire at all times.
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Local paperboys get free trip to Minneapolis 10 Years Ago, 2005 Who in the class of 2005 won’t remember the final days of their senior year? On Friday, the students rode riding lawn mowers to the fai rg rou nds and joined a hayride down Main Street, complete with an escort from the Pine County Sheriff’s Depa r t ment. Years The hayride has become a Ago popular senior Donna event in the past few years. Heath The weather was a d isappointment, but the performances of the Pine City Elementary Field Day competitors were picture perfect. The 37th annual track and field exhibition was held under the clouds on Friday. Students showed off their running, jumping and throwing skills, earning ribbons for the best performances. There has been an unusual number of cabin burglaries and vandalism this week according to the Sheriff’s report. One case involved the damage to the roof of a mobile home in the Woischke trailer park in Pokegama Township that amounted to $2,700. Letters to the Editor from local citizens were in opposition to the proposed race track. One letter said, “All a r ace track brings to t he community is noise, air pollution, traffic, questionable behavior by some of the race participants and fans, water pollution, increased cost of police protection and encroachment on the homes, lifestyles and safety of t he people who live in the area.” Evergreens ready for planting fill the grounds at Rock Creek Farm. Owner Bob Pickarski not only digs trees, he has planted strawberries that will be ready soon and is preparing blueberry plants for future picking. Pickarski bought his property along highway 70 s ix years ago and decided to return to his roots by raising a variety of trees and fruits to sell. The Hustletown Cemetery Association will continue their long history of c are for their cemetery when they unveil and
dedicate a n ew black granite sign on May 28. Pastor Bruce Thompson will officiate at the dedication program.
25 Years Ago, 1990 Pine City will observe Memorial Day with its traditional parade and cemetery ceremony. The East Central Regional Library Board of Trustees took action Monday, May 14 to c ut the hours of a ll library facilities by 10 percent. The cutbacks follow several years of frustration by staff and board members in trying to accommodate rising use of the libraries in the face of declining revenues. Bike winners at Berchin’s A & W Restaurant in Pine City were excited to pick up their prizes. The A & W promoted bike safety month with a d rawing for three types of bicycles. Melissa Schultz won the tricycle, Travis Hudlow, the Rivera 10-speed, and Heather Sundermeyer, the Boomerang dirt bike. Cassie Mayer, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Kelly Mayer, Pine City, was the lucky winner of a 10 speed Huffy Mountain Storm bike in Pamida’s Kimberly Clarke giveaway. Circumstances beyond her control made Kimberly Orand miss out on her high school graduation with her North Dakota class in 1985. This year, her dream came true when arrangements were made for her to receive her diploma. By taking the classes she missed she was able to r eceive a d iploma from the high school she originally attended. The Hook, Line and Sinker Club is up and running again. Last week Steve Korf and Doug Fore took top honors by catching 29 crappies. Dave Bina and Cindy Andersen were second with 22, a nd Mark Madison and Jim Southwick were third with 16. Pictured grimacing with the effort, Rum River Conference tennis champion Tony Bacigalupi catches a sh ot in the sub-section tournament in Pine City. The Dragons won the sub-section title by beating Eveleth-Gilbert. Four boys from the Pine City Dragon Wrestling Club recently participated in the state freestyle tournament in Rochester. Jeff Besaw took fourth place and Billy Runyon, Jimmy Run-
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yon and Mike Doenz took ninth place at the state event. Thomas L. Barnes coached the club. Dragon golfers held their own in district competition. The girls team captured second place. Team members are Erin Teich, Kayla Lund,Amy Glarneault and Jill Adams. The boys golf team also took second place in Districts held at the Pine City Country Club. Members of t he team are Ben Johnson, Paul Werner, Chris Schiburr, John Waggoner, Alan Bergstrom and Brian Carlson.
50 Years Ago, 1965 The Pine City High School will graduate the largest class in its history when 117 seniors receive their diplomas. Duane J. Mattheis, commissioner of education for Minnesota, will give the address. Addresses will also be given by this year’s valedictorian, Michele Nelson, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. A. W. Nelson, and salutatorian, Sue Sommer, daughter of M r. and Mrs. Henry Sommer. Ray’s Jack and Jill Food Market was sold by Raymond Hall
to Donald Doran of Pine City and will now operate under the name Doran’s Jack & Jill. Pine City’s Mayor William Challeen received injuries as the result of a l awnmower accident in his yard late Friday afternoon. Congratulations to M r. and Mrs. Vincent Pixley, Pine City, on the birth of their son on May 21, and to Mr. and Mrs. Francis Kryzer, Beroun, on the birth of their son on May 23. Quite a number of folks from Brook Park, armed with pots, pans and other noise makers went out to the Lloyd Gallas farm Saturday night and made merry for Lloyd and his bride Lorraine, who were married Saturday.
75 Years Ago, 1940 Commencement for the Class of 1940 of the Pine City High School will be held May 28 with 68 seniors receiving their diplomas. Vern Nelson and W. G. Hodge were re-elected members of the school board at the annual election. They were unopposed.
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Gerald Michael, Robert Wilson, Eugene Nelson, John Huber and Harold Anderson enjoyed two days’ entertainment in Minneapolis, given them by the Minneapolis Star Journal. The boys earned this fine trip through their extra customers. They report they were royally treated at the theaters, double header ball game, Excelsior Park and trips through the new Star-Journal plant and telephone buildings.
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Traps help hunt for gypsy moth The Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) will set nearly 15,000 gypsy moth traps across Minnesota this spring. The northern portion of the state, including Pine County, will start to receive traps after June 15. Gypsy moth traps are small, triangle-shaped and made of cardboard. All of the traps are set on trees or poles across the state and contain a pheromone to lure in male gypsy moths. The traps are placed on a grid at a specific distance from each other in order to efficiently trap as many male moths as possible. Citizens are asked not to disturb the traps and to call MDA’s Arrest the Pest line at 888-545-MOTH (6684) if they would like traps moved or removed from their properties. Northeastern Minnesota is again expected to be the hot spot for gypsy moths in 2015, as the invasion front has now moved into that area from infested states to the east. “For over 40 years, the Minnesota Department of Agriculture and our partners have protected Minnesota’s trees from this extremely serious invasive pest threat,” MDA Plant Protection Director Geir Friisoe said. “Each year we delay the moths is a victory for the environment and the economy.” Gypsy moth caterpillars are a problem because they voraciously eat the leaves of many trees and shrubs, favoring oak, poplar, birch and willow. Severe, repeated infestations can kill trees, especially when the trees are already stressed by drought or other factors. For more details about the trapping program and gypsy moth, visit the MDA website at www.mda.state.mn.us/ gypsymoth.
Imagine you see a y oung person talking to t hemselves so loudly it seems that they’re having a conversation with someone who isn’t there. Sometimes you can’t understand what they are saying. They won’t eat because they say the food is poisoned, and they can’t sleep because they say someone has been following them and is watching them now. They’re frantic, and tell you they don’t know what is happening to them or why. Now imagine this young person is your child or grandchild. Andrea Lee, the director of youth programming for the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) of Minnesota, doesn’t have to imagine it. “My daughter is currently hearing voices,” Lee said. “I also have a good friend who has experienced psychosis. You are experiencing sensations, usually sounds, that other people aren’t experiencing, Or you have false beliefs that, no matter what evidence you are presented with, you can’t be convinced it’s not true.” Lee read a few lines that her friend wrote to describe an “episode.” “‘The experience itself can be so terrifying, like a waking nightmare. But then there’s the aftermath, with the stunnig realization of w hat a b izarre experience the person just had. This can be the most frightening part of a ll.’ S o they’re frightened when it’s happening, but then when it’s over, they’re frightened because it happened. What my daughter told me is, ‘I’m afraid everyone is going to think I’m crazy.’ On May 26, NAMI of Minnesota will offer a free class in Pine City called “Understanding Early Episode Psychosis.” Lee will teach the class, which is meant to help young people who have experienced psychosis – a nd their loved ones – to understand the symptoms, causes and treatments of psychosis. NAMI reports that three in 100 people will experience an episode of p sychosis in their lifetime, and that young adults are at an increased risk because of hormonal changes in the brain. A psychotic episode is considered a symptom rather than an illness, and can be the result of a mental or physical illness, substance use, trauma or extreme stress.
‘The experience itself can be so terrifying, like a waking nightmare. But then there’s the aftermath, with the stunning realization of what a bizarre experience the person just had. This can be the most frightening part of all.’
THREE PHASES OF PSYCHOSIS The Yale School of Medicine describes a psychotic episode as happening in three phases, with the length of each phase varying from person to person. The first is the “prodome” phase, which may have few symptoms and may not even be noticeable as it
begins. People may have reduced concentration and anxiety, depression and sleeplessness. They may seem suspicious and withdraw socially and develop odd beliefs and thinking. In the second “acute” phase the person can experience hallucinations, delusions and confused thinking. The person experiencing psychosis can become upset over what is happening to t hem, and loved ones may seek help when they see the person in such a disturbed state. The third phase, “recovery,” marks a return to t he person’s normal mental state, though some symptoms may linger for a time. According to the Yale School of Medicine, with effective treatment most people will recover from their first episode of psychosis and may never have another episode. “It’s very possible to experience psychosis without schizophrenia, without bipolar disorder,” Lee said. “Some people experience it related to extreme stress, and then never experience it again.”
EARLY TREATMENT KEY The earlier the person seeks treatment, or is encouraged to seek treatment, the more it becomes possible to prevent a disruption to the person’s school, work and relationships. Research shows that early intervention reduces the risk of suicide, decreases the need for hospitalization and results in more rapid recovery and a better prognosis for the future.
LEARNING ABOUT PSYCHOSIS At the class in Pine City, participants who have experienced psychosis will learn how to ad vocate for themselves, and get back to work or school and achieve recovery. Loved ones and family members will learn how to help and support a young person through recovery. “What I say to people in the class is ... this is a mental health symptom like any other mental health symptom,” Lee said. “And our society has decided this is the worst ... and that is just not true. It is just like any other mental health symptom. It can be treated with medication and you can recover from it. I r eally try and normalize it.” The free class will be held on Tuesday, May 26 from 6-8 p.m. in the Seventh Grade Commons area of Pine City High School (1400 Main Street S). Registration is required. To register, or for more information, call 651645-2948 or 1-888-NAMI-Helps. Lee noted that her own daughter has been able to return to college after her episode was resolved. “Outcomes for illnesses like schizophrenia and bipolar disorder are so much better than they used to be,” Lee said. “These illnesses do not need to stop people from completing their college education if that’s their goal, or working if that’s their goal. Mental illness is certainly not a sign of weakness ... the strength that they develop is amazing. People can really be successful with these illnesses, and that’s really what I want everybody to know.” NAMI recommends that anyone who needs help now should immediately call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255 or call 911. It is a 24-hour, toll-free, confidential suicide prevention hotline.
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The Pine City Council has approved Kenneth J. Cammilleri to be hired as the city’s newest permanent administrator. Cammilleri’s starting date and wage have not yet been set, though he indicated he would need to give one month’s notice in his current job before he could start in Pine City. Cammilleri earned a bachelor’s degree in political science and English from Carroll College in Milwaukee and a master of public administration and a certificate of non-profit leadership from the University of W isconsin – M ilwaukee. According to his LinkedIn profile, his specialties include general public administration, policy and program analysis, strategic planning, budgeting, urban planning, land use and zoning, human resources compliance, and economic development. He has been employed at the City of Washburn, Wisconsin as Assistant City Administrator since January, 2014, where he assumed responsibilities for general administration, utilities, elections, human resources and project management. His prior experience includes a y ear and a h alf as Deputy Administrator/Clerk for the Village of Wind Point, Wisconsin. Cammilleri also served as an Administrative Intern at the villages of Waterford and Mukwonago, the town of C edarburg, and as a Corporation Counsel Intern at Ozaukee County, all in Wisconsin. In choosing Cammilleri, Pine City Council members said they were impressed with his financial and labor negotiations experience, his previous assistant city administrator experience at two locations, and his master’s degree in public administration. Council members similarly praised Pine City Community Development Director/City Planner Nathan Johnson, who was a finalist for the position. Council members said they were pleased with Johnson’s 10 years of l ocal experience, knowledge of M innesota statutes and positive community relations, but expressed some concerns about how Johnson could make the transition from being a p eer with other city department heads to becoming their boss. Council Member Brian Scholin praised Johnson’s planning strengths and said his personality is more suit-
ed to b eing a c ommunity development director than a city administrator. “I like what he’s doing in his current job,” Scholin said, expressing his view that Johnson and Cammilleri would provide the best of both worlds for the city. Mayor Carl Pederson praised the broad scope of C ammilleri’s public administration background but noted that he only has three years of experience in a city administrative role. The decision to hire Cammilleri came on a 4-1 council vote, with Council Member Paul Miller voting no. Miller reiterated his previous view, saying, “Both candidates didn’t impress me at all. I st ill feel, for this position, interviewing two people is not the best way to go. I don’t think it’s right.” Miller said he believes Interim City Administrator Jerry Bohnsack is doing a good job and suggested the city start the recruitment process all over again, with a larger pool of candidates to interview. Scholin agreed. “It would have been way better to have more people to choose from,” he said. “I’m not sure we will ever find the ideal person to do the whole job on their own.” Pederson and Council Member Steve Ovick said they would like to see a city administrator stay in Pine City longterm, noting that the city has gone through six administrators in the past 10-15 years. “I don’t understand what we’re lacking,” Pederson said. Scholin disagreed, pointing out that Bob Voss was employed as Pine City Administrator for a long time and Don Howard served in the position longer than average. Pine County Human Resources Manager Matt Christenson, who has been assisting the city with the search, said it’s important for the council to set some pretty clear goals and expectations that the new city administrator can be held accountable to. Miller agreed. “It’s wrong to put the onus on a new city administrator coming in here. We have to set the guidelines for what we want the city administrator to do,” he said. In the end, Scholin said, “Selfishly, I would like to have both of them (Cammilleri and Johnson) working on our team. Nathan is dedicated to o ur city and will be here for the long term.” Pederson and Scholin said having both Cammilleri and Johnson would provide a “grand opportunity” to look at how to reorganize the city’s team.
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ART IN THE PARK: Get ready for a full summer of fun, food and music FROM PAGE 1
with students of the Pine City Jazz Band flexing their musical muscles with a show featuring the talents of departing seniors. On May 29, the family band Five Til Sunrise will bring their rock-country stylings to t he pavilion, and local-regional Freeway Jam follows on June 5 with a variety of popular tunes. Fans of the accordion will be grinning on June 12 and June 19 as Cafe Accordion and the Jolly Zuks bring traditional French and polka music to Pine City. Bluegrass favorites Monroe Crossing return on June 26 to help celebrate
Freedom Fest. And the Fourth of J uly weekend revs up on July 3 as 1950s rock revivalists Whitesidewalls roll into town. Between these two acts, “That’s over $11,000 of free entertainment for the Pine City area thanks to our proud sponsors,” Roubinek said. Things will get a little more mellow on July 10 as the Bill and Kate Isles Band bring their harmonic folk sound to the stage, and then charge up again for a full day of arts and crafts with Art Fest on July 18 capped off with the music of Curtis and Company. The 38th annual Art Fest will feature a variety of exhibitors, delicious food and fun for kids in the Children’s Corner with the National
Honors Society and the Pine City Ambassadors lending a hand. The season of shows comes to a memorable end on July 24 as My Sweet Patootie comes down from Canada to sh are their internationally renowned cocktail of r oots, ragtime and vaudeville with a little modern humor and attitude thrown in. “I think it will be something new and exciting and different,” Roubinek said. “That’s one of our missions, to provide different genres of entertainment.” The rain site for Art in the Park will be Pine City Elementary Auditorium, though this may change. Watch the Pioneer’s Out and About calendar on Page
3 for updates. Roubinek said the Arts Council is looking for two new members in 2015. Those interested are invited to speak to Roubinek at Roubinek Motors (320-6293661) or Cindy Novy at The Flower Box (320-629-2045). “I’m just happy to be part of the group,” she said. “People get a long on the Art Council ... and it’s a way to build friendships. Some people joined the Art Council because they were new to Pine City, and they knew they liked this sort of a thing and now, we’re all friends.” Get ready for a ja m-packed summer of music, food and fun and don’t miss a performance at Art in the Park.
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Bruner. Dvorak had burns over 83 percent of his body, and, sadly, died on the hospital ship 17 days later. Bruner, who was burned nearly as severely, not only survived, but has lived a f ull and interesting life with a st rong focus on his friends and fellow soldiers who were lost on that fateful day in December. Bruner has teamed up with McGrath to tell the story of the attack on the Arizona through a d ocumentary film entitled, “Second to the Last to Leave.” When finished, the film will include a detailed accounting of the events of that day as well as coverage of Bruner returning to Pearl Harbor to revisit the Arizona, where he plans to be interred upon his death. McGrath and Bruner are compiling photos and a sy nopsis of information about each Arizona sailor killed in the attack. Considering that 1,177 crewmen lost their lives that day, it is a daunting task. A professional genealogist was hired to research and locate the materials, but there was difficulty finding information on Dvorak. McGrath’s search led him to t he Johnsons, who agreed to help try and find a photo of the man Bruner describes as a true hero. As a Navy veteran, Al has a special interest in genealogical research involving others who served in the military, but this project held even more meaning for him. He was stationed in Hawaii for two years and frequently traveled aboard a Navy launch that took him right past the Arizona’s resting place. He was honored by the opportunity to h elp document the service and sacrifice of those who died aboard the ship. With other members of t he genealogical group, the Johnsons searched census records, local history books, online sites and other possible sources of information. They knew that Dvorak came to Pine County as a baby when his parents died in the early 1900s. They found reference to cousins named Kvasnicka, which led them to an aunt and uncle as well as grandparents who lived on farms near Bruno. Apparently these relatives took in young Dvorak and raised him on their farms, where he attended Pleasant Hill School.
After eight months of searching they found a r eference, in a b ook about Bruno entitled “Courage in a Rugged Land” by Edna Bjorkman and Robert Olson, that a May 1931 issue of t he Askov American newspaper contained a p hoto of a group of P leasant Hill students who had earned perfect attendance awards. Johnson contacted the newspaper’s editor who sent him a sn apshot of t he front page, and when he received it, there was Alvin Dvorak smiling back at him, his name listed with those of the other students. McGrath was impressed with the group’s success. He had become friends with the Johnsons through their updates about the search for the photo, and he knew that Al had a sp ecial interest in research projects involving military men and women, so he asked if the Johnsons wanted to help locate more photos of the servicemen from the Arizona. Al and Lyn accepted his offer, and with help from Connie Glattly, Janis Hendrick, Alaina Lyseth, Wilda Obey and Loretta Tobeck - all members of the Pine County Genealogical Society - t hey have continued searching. McGrath also invited the Johnsons to t ravel to H awaii to m eet Lauren Bruner in person and attend the reunion for the nine remaining USS Arizona survivors. Due to personal commitments, Lyn was not able to attend, but she sent along Quilts of V alor which Al presented to Br uner and four other survivors who were able to attend the event. “Having the honor to m eet and reflect on their stories and participate in the week of activities was a lifetime opportunity,” Johnson said. “It makes history so real and important.” The experience drew Johnson even deeper into the project, and he and Lyn agreed to travel to the National Archives in St. Louis to photograph enlistment papers and other documents that McGrath and Bruner want to u se to cr eate an interactive memorial for the Arizona crewmembers. The idea is to c onstruct a to uch-screen kiosk where visitors could choose a state, see a l ist of a ll the servicemen and women from that state and then select a name to bring up a photo and biography.
From the start, the Johnsons knew this part of the project would require a great deal of time and effort, particularly because McGrath would like it completed in the next year or two. Although it meant making numerous trips to Missouri and spending hundreds of hours going through the archives, they still made the commitment, and were willing to do it free of charge (although McGrath hopes to compensate them if donations to the project allow). “We love genealogy,” Johnson said. “The connections between people are amazing…and this project is special.” This past February the couple spent two weeks at the National Archives in St. Louis, which holds more than 100 million civilian and military personnel records dating back to the 19th century. With help from Erik Kilgore, director of service records, who arranged for records to be pulled ahead of time, the Johnsons reviewed documents for 286 people and took 2,325 photos using digital cameras and a tripod since flash photography is not allowed. “It was a v ery emotional experience,” Johnson said. “We could tell from the checkout lists that most of t hose records had never been looked at since being archived. Some of them were very fragile, as well as personal. There were letters about death benefits and such. They were very likely the last official records for that soldier or marine, and some of the papers had been recovered directly from the Arizona. It was an honor to touch them.” The Johnsons calculate that they will need to make four more trips to the archives to photograph all of t he records. Once completed, the kiosks will be placed at the USS Arizona Memorial bookstore at Pearl Harbor as well as the University of Arizona campus in Tucson where annual memorial events are held. McGrath and Bruner are considering other locations as well, including the Smithsonian in Washington, DC. To learn more about Lauren Bruner, Ed McGrath and the Second to t he Last to L eave project, visit their website at www.secondtothelasttoleave.com.
County Chief Deputy Paul Widenstrom. According to law enforcement, Zigas then threatened to stab himself and officers on the scene with a knife. “The only person he was harming at the point he was in the water was himself,” Widenstrom said. “Time was on our side. Because the more he thrashed around in the water and made threats and yelled, the more he tired himself out.” And as time wore on, Zigas got closer and closer to shore. After an hour of negotiation, a state trooper was able to get close enough to use a tazer to subdue Zigas. “Then they were able to deploy the tazer on him to the point where they were able to reach in, grab him and get him pinned to the ground,” Widenstrom said. “The first thing they see is he’s got some pretty serious cuts. Got those bandaged up and the bleeding under control, and the paramedics kind of took over.” By that point a number of other agencies were on the scene, including Pine City firefighters with an inflatable boat, and a helicopter with a medical team. The Department of N atural Resources was on their way to the farm to offer assistance. Widenstrom and Pine County Sheriff Jeff Nelson had also arrived in time to see the situation resolved. Nelson noted that no officers were injured in the incident. “From what I saw ... I couldn’t see it going any better,” Nelson said. “The suspect was detained. He was helped. So to me, it was a great outcome.” Zigas was brought to N orth Memorial Hospital in Robbinsdale to take care of his injuries. Zigas has a long criminal history with more than 20 convictions for burglary, methamphetamine, check forgery, domestic assault and more going back to 1991. TRAINING AND TEAM EFFORT Nelson said that deputies are educated in dealing with mental health issues and receive use-of-force training, both of w hich were key in resolving the standoff. “That was fairly unique, the way things unrolled in front of de puties,” he said. “The officer is protecting their life and someone else’s. You can give guidelines on it, but ... training is there to help the officer make those decisions.” “One of the things we confirmed out of the entire incident – I t hink it reiterated our good team approach with the State Patrol and other agencies,” Widenstrom said. “For as chaotic a scene as it could have been, everything came together.” “That’s one of the big changes we’ve been trying to instill,” Nelson added. “We’re not a st andalone agency. We can’t be. If we don’t call other people for help, if they don’t rely on us for help ... I think we’re failing the community. To m e it was the perfect example of t he best outcomes with that many agencies involved and that many people involved.” To Go Available
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The combined Dragon track teams had much to celebrate at the Great River Conference meet in Rush City on May 12, taking home two first-place trophies and many individual awards.
Girls, boys track squads both Great River champs BY JESSE LOGAN SPORTS@PINECITYMN.COM
The Pine City Dragons track team had a b anner showing at the Great River Conference meet in Rush City on Tuesday, May 12. Both the girls and boys teams took first place, and the Dragons also had a large number of athletes earning individual All-Conference (first place) and All-Conference Honorable Mention (second place) designations. “Our girls team won with 183 points,” said coach Jared Clementson. “This is our girls’ seventh win of the season, and most importantly, second GRC Championship in a row. Our boys team won with 189.5 points to get their sixth win of the season. It’s their first GRC Championship since 2011. I am very proud of how both teams competed.” The Dragons came into the meet off of a tremendous regular season, and were the favorites in many events. Coach Clementson knew that other squads would be gunning for the Dragons and prepared his team to compete. “We knew we had a big target on our back and that teams would fighting to beat us,” said Clementson,
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who was also voted Boys GRC Coach of the Year, “especially Rush City who has a lot of talent. Our boys and girls didn’t let the pressure get to them and they competed to their potential. As far as I know, the boys and girls teams haven’t won the conference championship in the same year in a few decades.” On the boys side, Aaron Pulkrabek was the team’s top scorer for the meet with 29 points as he won both the long jump (18’ 6.5”) and triple jump (37’ 6”), and teamed with Dennis Skalicky, Noah Adams, and Eli Grubbs to w in the 4x400m relay. Tristan Zbytovsky was the second-highest boys scorer for Pine City with 24 points, winning both the 100m dash (11.3) and the 200m dash (23.7). Adam Seals scored 23 points, followed by Easton Foss with 20 points and Eli Grubbs with 19 points. Foss won both the 1600m (4:47.2) and the 3200m (10:53.3). The Dragons boys also had Honorable Mention finishes in six events. None was closer to a v ictory than the 4x200m relay team of Skalicky, Pulkrabek, Seals, and Zbytovsky. “I thought how the boys 4x200m relay team reacted to dropping the baton was a go od representation of
our team,” said Clementson. “They didn’t give up like many teams would have. They picked up the baton and went on to chase down all but one team.” On the girls side, Elsie Lundquist was Pine City’s top scorer for the meet with 27 points. Lundquist won the long jump (14’ 11”) and scored in several other events. Impressive seventh grader Alaina Steele was second in Dragons scoring with 25. Steele won both the 1600m (5:33.6) and the 800m in (2:29.5), and teamed with Lauren Sommer, Aaleaha Thieman, and Alexis Pankonin to win the 4x400m relay (4:22.3). Natalie Cahill and Allison Gusk scored 20 points each. Pankonin scored 18 points and was also part of the All-Conference 4x200m relay (1:55.6) team with Thieman, Breckan Pangerl, and Jackie Westeren. Pine City’s girls had eight Honorable Mention finishes as well. Pine City’s focus now shifts to the postseason where this squad has hopes of m aking some noise. The Sub-Section meet was scheduled to b e held in East Central on Tuesday, May 19 and the Section 5A meet will be held at St. John’s University on Wednesday, May 27 for those who qualify. (Top four individuals and top two relays).
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Trap team finds targets A beautiful Sunday afternoon saw scores of the Pine City High School Trap Team improve significantly. Fourteen athletes were able to shoot over 30 targets out of 50, compared to just five athletes achieving that mark the previous week. As the competitive period of the season gets underway, Pine City’s team has been placed in 6A, the large school class, because of the high number of participants.
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Pine City Elementary School students headed out to the track on May 15 to offer feats of athletic prowess, and a full day of family entertainment. Several records were set, thousands of pictures were taken, and the rain stayed away long enough to make Field Day 2015 a rousing success.
Dragon baseball picks up season’s fifth win BY JESSE LOGAN SPORTS@PINECITYMN.COM
The Pine City Dragons baseball team picked up its fifth win of t he 2015 season this past week, and also earned its fourth victory in the Great River Conference. The Dragons have a 5-11 overall record with three games remaining on the regular season slate. PINE CITY 5, ISLE 3 The Dragons scored four runs in the third and one in the fourth to overcome a three-run deficit in this contest. Pine City won for the third time on the road this season as the game was played in Isle on Tuesday, May 12. Austin Cavallin started on the mound for the Dragons going 3-1/3 innings while giving up three earned runs on three hits, with three walks and two
strikeouts. Mitchell Hansmann came in relief and pitched the final 3-2/3 innings to pick up the win while giving up just one hit with six strike outs. Offensively the Dragons were led by Colby Pavelka who was 2-3 with a double and two RBI. Cavallin was 1-1 with two runs scored and two walks. Tony Pitzen, Jake Lunceford and Hansmann also had hits. “It was a nice win,” said Dragon Head Coach Ted Hasz. “Isle has been having a nice season, so it took a good effort by our kids to get a victory.” ONAMIA 6, PINE CITY 5 The Dragons were unable to build on their momentum in this one, played at Onamia on Friday, May 15. The Panthers built a 6 -0 lead after five innings as their pitcher really kept the Dragons off-balance.
The Dragons scored five runs in the sixth inning to make things interesting, but could not catch up. Jake Rademacher started on the mound for Pine City, giving up six runs (three earned) on five hits, while allowing three walks in his three innings. Nick Hansmann came in and pitched the final three innings allowing only one base runner. Offensively, Pavelka continued his hot hitting. He leads the Dragons in batting average this season and added a d ouble and two more RBI. Kyle Peters had a double and an RBI. Mitch Hansmann had a single and an RBI.
“Despite the fact that Onamia had not won a lot of games,” said Hasz, “we knew it would be a tough game as they have some good pitching and had been in a lot of close ball games. We are looking forward to finishing the season strong and making some noise in the playoffs.” The Dragons have an upcoming double header with the Hinckley-Finlayson Jaguars and a m eeting with the Rush City Tigers left on the schedule before the Section 7AA postseason gets underway.
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Golf season continued this past week for the Dragons, and the team had their final Great River Conference meet of the season. Aitkin hosted the contest at Cuyuna Rolling Hills in Deerwood, and 18 holes were played despite tough weather conditions. “The weather was finicky,” said head coach Anna Potvin, “but the rain held off for us to get our 18 holes in. Compared to the other courses in our conference, Cuyuna proved to be very challenging and lived up to its ‘Rolling Hills’ name.” While none of Pine City’s golfers posted their best scores on this course, Potvin said she was happy that a few played very close to t heir average. Two also finished the season by earning All-Conference recognition: Megan Long and Holly Emslander. On the girls side, the team score was 435. The Dragons were led by Ally Tracy with a 104, followed by Emslander with a 108. The Dragons got a 110 from Long, a 113 from Emmy Kuzel, a 119 from Anna Miller, and a 127 from Marie Larson. The Dragons boys scored a 3 77 as a
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RESULT: Pine City was beaten 7-0 by Virginia WHERE/WHEN: Thursday, May 14 at Virginia WHAT HAPPENED: After having their final tune-up of t he season cancelled earlier in the week due to weather, wet conditions forced this opening round matchup indoors against the Blue Devils. The Dragons entered the postseason seeded sixth out of nine teams and faced Virginia, who earned the third seed. Despite the score, Pine City really battled. Aaron Brown lost a t ight three-set match at third singles. The Dragons second doubles team of Jared Kotek and Jonah Bergstrom also had a close three-set battle. WHAT IT MEANS: The Dragons end the team season at 4-10 UP NEXT: Pine City’s athletes will compete at the Section 7A Individual Tournament on Tuesday, May 19 in Duluth.
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Cool for school At the Pine City Sixth Grade Dance, young Dragons tried out some dance moves, enjoyed games and had a great time taking photos with friends. The event was sponsored by the Pine Dragons Parent Teacher Organization. PTO meetings are held the second Tuesday of every month at the Elementary Media Center from 6-7 p.m. For more information, find Pine Dragons PTO on Facebook or email pinedragonspto@yahoo. com.
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A new hiking guidebook that details more than 200 day hiking trails in Northeast Minnesota includes several trails in the Pine City area. “Headin’ to the Cabin: Day Hiking Trails of Northeast Minnesota,” by Rob Bignell, covers trails in or near Chisago, Pine, Carlton, St. Louis, Lake, and Cook counties. It includes Voyageurs and Isle Royale national parks, the Superior National Forest and Boundary Waters Canoe Wilderness Area, and each state park in the region. For more information, visit hikeswithtykes.com/headintothecabin_northeastminnesota.html or find the book at Amazon.com.
Kids are invited to l earn about engineering by building a machine that will put toothpaste on a toothbrush through a series of chain-reactions. This event, sponsored by the University of M innesota Extension and Pine County 4-H, includes seven Wednesday night sessions from 6-8 p.m. June 17 – July 29. Participants will also have an opportunity to sh ow their Rube Goldberg Machine at the Minnesota State Fair in August. This event is open to youth that have completed grades 3-8. T he registration fee is $75/participant, which includes materials and an event t-shirt. To register or for more information contact the University of M innesota Extension, Pine County at 800-657-3813. Registration will be limited to 20 participants and registrations must be received by Monday, June 1.
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The Hinckley Firestorms Special Olympics team is looking for athletes who want to compete as well as dedicated coaches and volunteers who would like to help with their newly formed team. For more information, contact Ronda King at 612-390-0883 or roking67@yahoo.com.
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The Initiative Foundation is pleased to announce that it has awarded 56 grants totaling more than $253,000 during the first quarter of 2 015, including a $ 1,000 grant to the Pine City School District. The Pine City School District Inside Out Connections Project was awarded $1,000 to r einstate a p arent education program and explore the implementation of a Circle of Security group for people with an incarcerated family member.
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Garden beans are an easy crop to grow. In fact, so easy, maybe you should consider growing some more. Beans are categorized in many ways, and learning to carefully read seed descriptions for factors beyond color will help you make good selections for your garden and kitchen. Bush types are 1-2 feet tall, and need no support, but picking them requires you to get down on their level. Half-runner are Yard & 3-4 feet tall and need Garden some support. Pole beans get 6 -10 feet tall Thymes and need strong trellises. This is extra Kari work at planting time of course, but you’ll Holmberg save space and get to pick from a standing position all season long. And how do you intend to use them? If you can or freeze beans not recommended for that use, you may not be happy with the texture of the finished product. Then consider timing, although that is a moving target. Vermont Bean Seed Company describes Contender as “matures over a short period of time” but many others varieties as “remains productive throughout the whole season.” Many beans can be eaten at several stages of maturity. As snap beans, they are a c ommon fresh vegetable. Wait until the developing seed has expanded but is still fresh, and they are called shell or horticultural beans. Fully mature they become dry, storage beans.
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Is drying your own beans worth the work? A sk the cooks in your house. How fast dried beans cook up depends on their age and moisture content, so home grown freshness may matter to you. And there is a lot of variety in Varieties. Last year I discovered Soliel, a 47 day yellow filet, which I w ill grow again because it was good, pretty, and really fast. I also found Hilda Romano, whose flat and strappy pods stayed tender over a wide range of maturity, and froze well. And as a 6-7 foot pole bean, its size was manageable too. This season’s adventure in multiuse beans will be the Heirloom Rattlesnake, recommended by friends from Minneapolis to Da nbury, touted for fresh eating, freezing, canning and drying. It is only the 10 feet of vigorous vines that have me a little nervous. Jung Seeds and Territorial Seed Company both carry all of these varieties. I’m also making room for a sm all planting of an entirely different species of beans, Scarlet Runner Beans. Although edible for snap or dried uses, they are most often sold for their beautiful red and white flowers, which help to feed pollinating insects and hummingbirds. Jill McKenzie, in a very comprehensive U of M b ulletin, ‘Growing Beans in Minnesota Home Gardens,’ thoroughly describes other bean species, including fava, soybean, blackeyed peas, limas, and yardlong, along with special cultural needs to h elp us understand why they might or might not grow so well for us.
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The Parents for Post Prom Committee would like to give a huge THANK YOU to those who contributed so generously to Pine City High School’s Post Prom party. What a positive tribute to the young people of our community. We received contributions from over 88 businesses, civic organizations, and community members. Your donations of prizes, food, time, and money allowed us to plan a safe and memorable evening. 174 students reserved tickets for the 2015 Beach Bash Post Prom party. Over 80 percent of those in attendance stayed through the grand finale, finishing up just before 4am. We had over 45 parents help organize and chaperone this wonderful event. We could have not done it without you! Special thanks to: 4 Point O School Bus Services A&W Ace Hardware American Legion Anonymous Donations Bamboo Kitchen Bernick’s Bottling Bjerke Law Burnett Dairy Cabak Law, LLC Campbell Auto & Tire, LLC Candy’s Cut Loose Salon Carey’s Communications Central MN Coins & Antiques Chris’ Food Center Chubby’s Sports Bar & Grill Creek’s Edge Cross Lake Ass’n of Pine County Culligan Dairy Queen Dollar Tree Dragon Hockey Booster Club ECE – Operation RoundUp
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NEW BUSINESS VISIT: Pokegama Shores RV Resort Pokegama Shores RV Resort is located on the north east corner of Pokegama Lake and opened for guests on May 1. This seasonal site has 46 RV sites ready for your Park Model, Travel Trailer or Fifth Wheel to find a home for the season. Each site includes city water/ sewer hook ups, metered electric, lawn service, as well as availability of phone, internet and cable TV. Additional amenities available on site: large common areas with a covered picnic area, pets allowed, and boat slips available. Join the staff at Pokegama Shores RV Resort for the first season and have the first option for sites in additional phases of development. For more information or a tour of the site: Contact: Jacob Kruse Location: 18425 Island Resort Rd, Pine City Phone: 612.518. 4042 Online: www.pokegamashores.com
WELCOME NEW MEMBERS: The Chamber of Commerce welcomes new members to join us at any time during the year. Whether you are a new business coming to the area or an existing business looking for an opportunity to get more involved we are happy to have you join us. We would like to extend a welcome to these businesses for joining as a new member in 2015:
A new spa service is being offered in Downtown Pine City at Ooh La La Laser. Locally operated by Michelle Gerner, the spa specializes in laser hair removal services for both men and women. A variety of services are offered including: laser hair removal, tattoo removal, wrinkle reductions, photo facials and more. Visit the website, or call for more information. For more information: Contact: Michelle Gerner Location: 540 Third Avenue SE, Pine City Phone: 715.919.2630 Online: oohlalalaser.jimdo.com
NEW BUSINESS VISIT: Negotiation Specialists If your insurance company has an adjuster, so should you. Don’t face your homeowner’s or business insurance claim without help. Let me help you get everything your insurance policy promises. Contact John Jacobsen today for more information on how he can help you navigate through an insurance claim for your business or home. For more information: Contact: John Jacobsen Location: PO Box 250, Pine City Phone: 612.296.9585 Online: www.negotiateclaims.com
Pine County Historical Museum, Askov Comedian Todd Satter East Central Spurs Chapter of Pheasants Forever Hands for Pine City Outreach Church More Than Sprouts, LLC North Country Groom Shop Morningside Farm LLC Mary Kay Brautigan, Coldwell Banker Burnet Pokegama Shores RV Resort
NEXT CHAMBER MEETING: JUNE 2, 2015
OFFICERS & DIRECTORS Julie Stevens, President (Stearns Bank) Wayne Gilman, Vice President (Pine City Schools) Corey Berube (Frandsen Bank & Trust) Joan Bloemendaal-Gruett (Pine Technical College) Frank Christopherson (US Bank) Todd Cummings (Individual Member) Joe Dvorak (FirstLight Health System) Sara Helseth (MINPACK, Inc.)
Bonnie Menigo (Old Oak Inn) TJ Musgrove (Individual Member) Butch Nicoll (Nicoll’s Café) Erin Skalicky (Ruby’s Pantry) Dan Washburn (Anytime Fitness) Jackie Westeren (Student Director, PCHS) Gunnar Nilsson (Student Director, PCHS) Open Position (Student Director, PTCC)
CHAMBER CHAT 320-322-4040 Pine City Area Chamber of Commerce 315 Main Street South, Pine City MN 55063 Regular Office Hours: Monday – Friday 8:30 am – 2:30 pm www.pinecitychamber.com www.facebook.com/pinecitychamber info@pinecitychamber.com
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Pine City Lions offer awards to community leaders Each year the Pine City Lions award a citizen or citizens with a salute to t heir involvement and contributions to a c ommunity spirit. Included in the awards night will be members of the Lions club who have added great support to t he club’s efforts to s erve Pine City and the area.
when notified that I was receiving this award. I wa s honored that John [Oare] and I w ere chosen, not as individuals, but as representatives of a g reat group of people.”
Pathways Adult Daybreak Program which gives caregivers a four hour break twice a month. Add to all of this, John delivers Meals on Wheels, picks up food from Chris’ Food Center and Walmart for the food shelf and works on Habitat for Humanity homes. John is really a leader in community service. On behalf of the Pine City Lions, we express our sincere thanks for his community service and the special help he has provided the club.
visited members in and out of the hospital, keeping the club up to date. Ken has worked tirelessly at every project of t he club, from game stand at the fair, to food at the Friday evening programs at Robinson Park. Thanks to his dedication to people and the community, the Lions Club is proud to award the high honor of “ Melvin Jones Fellow” to Lion Ken Halvorsen.
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Lyndon Hagestuen Starbuck, Minnesota’s loss was Pine City’s gain. Lyndon Hagestuen graduated from Moorhead State College with his degree in teaching, working with “Special Needs” children – a challenge in and of itself. Lyndon’s teaching career in Pine City started in 1970. His service to t he community has never stopped. Lyndon has and continues to s erve his church, and the community as a w hole. From Habitat for Humanity construction, wheel chair ramps, to F ood Shelf Board Chairman, Lyndon Hagestuen never says “No.” Lion Walt Johnson, when he heard who we are honoring said, “These men have never turned me down. When we had a project, they would always be there.” Lyndon said, “I was humbled
John is a graduate from Luther College in Decorah, Iowa. He started his teaching career with a sixth grade class in Ossian, Iowa. In 1969 John and his wife Ardelia moved to Pine City and we can all be happy they did. John taught in the fourth, fifth and sixth grades at Pine City Schools. During his teaching years he coached Junior High Football, Track and Cross-Country. He worked the scoreboard clock at home games for football, volleyball, wrestling and basketball for both boys and girls. John is a former member of the Jaycees, served as a S cout Leader, as well as a member of his Church Council. In his spare time after retirement John served as a board member for the Kanabec-Pine Chapter of Thrivent Financial and the Luther Point Bible Camp Board. John is a volunteer for Family
Brian Deutschlander
Ken Halvorsen Ken demonstrates his care and concern for others every day. He joined Lions in 2010. In that short five year span he has served as Club President. He was honored with the “Lion of the Year Award.” As Past President he continued his service on the Board of Di rectors. In the coming year he will serve as “Tail Twister.” For the uninitiated, that’s another name for “Trouble Maker.” Halvorsen has assumed a more concerned service. He has taken personal interest in members who have had medical problems. He has called and
Brian joined the Pine City Lions Club in 2012, three years ago. In that time he has been a hard worker on every project. Brian took on a really big one at the Pine County Fair in 2014. He chaired the beer distribution in the grandstand. It took a lot of Lions as well as a whole lot more. Where he rounded them up, we don’t know, but the project was an outstanding success. Recently Brian came to the club meeting with his computer to demonstrate a club electronic newsletter. Who knew? It’s going to turn out to be a great asset to our club. Brian Deutschlander has been selected by President Burt Rude as “Lion of the Year.”
Teddi and Bob were considering marriage back in 1968. After much thought, she thought she could shape him up and agreed to marry him. We’re not sure she suc ceeded, but they made their home in Pine City. That’s our real gain. In 1969 Lion Bob went to work at 3M in St. Paul. He worked on several projects and transferred into the “Micro Film” division and found the job took him all over the world. Bob came back to Pine City as a part of the 3M/Imation merger and ultimately purchased the business and “MINPACK” became a reality. Again, Pine City is a winner. Bob took the secretary position on a “temporary” fill-in basis (for over 35 years) and served as president twice. He may leave this job, but we are pretty sure he’ll be here to continue his service. Lion Bob is three times a “Melvin Jones Fellow.” He was chosen Pine City “Citizen of the Year” in 2009.
All photos courtesy of Dell Gross Studios in Pine City.
LEO Club helps young learners Members of the Pine City LEO Club visited Pine City Elementary on May 8 to help second grade students build their reading skills.
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No-Till Drill for Rent Pine Soil and Water conservation District has a Great Plains No-Till Drill for rent! This drill was obtained with funds from a Clean Water Grant. Why use a no-till drill instead of conventional tillage? Using a no-till drill will reduce wind and water erosion on your ¿elds! This is great for water quality and helps retain your soil moisture. Drill Specs: Seeding width: 12ft. Transport width: 15ft.7in. Rent: $14/Acre (half up front) For more information please call the Pine SWCD of¿ce 320-216-4240 OR stop in to see us at 1602 Hwy 23 N. Sandstone, MN 55072.
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children: Nick (Mariah Johnson) Cummings, Alexis Cummings, Natalie Houle, Elias Houle, Jada Magel, Julia Magel, Aidan Magel; brothers: Nick (Jeanne) Mehok, White Bear Lake, Neal (Melissa) Mehok of Hertel, Wisconsin; sisters: Debbie (John) Riemenschneider of Mahtomedi, Diana Mehok Hertel, Wisconsin; brothers-in-law and sister-in-law Bill Magel, North Las Vegas and Jackie (Al) Guise, Pearson, Georgia. Darleyne is preceded in death by her brothers Anthony (Debbie) Mehok, Edward “Butch” Mehok, sister Darcy Mehok and her grandparents. Fr. John Vakulskas Jr. (the carnival priest) and Deacon Gene Biever celebrated a Mass of Christian Burial on Thursday, May 14, 2015 at the Immaculate Conception Church in Pine City with a time of visitation two hours prior to the Mass. Music was provided by Kevin and Joanne Cahill. Honorary casket bearers included Richard Muellner - u rn bearer; Joe, Dan, Tim, Riley Mehok, Doug Steuck, Jill Raisanen, Marty Dirkx and the Pine County Fair Board. Darleyne will be buried at Lakewood Cemetery in Minneapolis. Funeral arrangements for Darleyne Magel are entrusted to the Funeral and Cremation Service of Pine City – Swa nson Chapel; www.funeralandcremationservice.com.
Darleyne Delores Magel, 62, of Pine City died on May 11, 2015 in the arms of her loving husband. She passed after a c ourageous battle with cancer at the Miller-Dwan Medical Center in Duluth. Darleyne was born Nov. 1, 1952 to Edward and Darleyne Mehok. She grew up in Northeast and Southeast Minneapolis. She met John Leo Magel when she was 15 years old out on the carnival. What a “ RIDE” of a l ife they’ve had since then... Darleyne and John were married on Sept. 24, 1969 in Watertown, South Dakota and lived in Rock Creek and Pine City for 45 years. Along with their family of four children, they built a l ife for themselves in the Outdoor Amusement Industry. Darleyne and John owned and operated game and food concessions on the family owned MCM Shows. They would finish their season with the Minnesota and Texas State Fairs and Fall Festivals. Darleyne was affectionately known on the carnival circuit as the “Corn Dog Lady” – not only for the corn dogs, but for her smile and personality. Darleyne loved many things about life. She mostly enjoyed spending time with her family. She enjoyed shopping, watching reality shows, playing cards, going to t he casino, traveling with her husband and talking to just about anyone. She also loved animals! She would feed just about any animal that came around the house. Darleyne told her family before she passed that she will love and miss everyone and will miss this life. She is survived by husband John Leo Magel Sr.; daughters: Gina Marie (Steven) Houle of Andover, Jennifer Lynn (Daniel) Cummings of Br ook Park; sons: John Leo (Jory) Magel Jr. and Justin Conrad Magel, all of Pine City; mother Darleyne Mehok of Hertel, Wisconsin; father Edward Mehok of Minneapolis; grand-
Church of Christ 815 7th St. SW, Pine City 10 a.m. Bible Study 11 a.m. Worship Service 4 p.m. Evening Service Wednesday, 7 p.m. Bible Study. Contact: Greg Douvier 320-420-1302
Dale Evangelical Free Church 45268 Brunswick Rd, Harris, MN 763-689-5817 Pastor/Teacher Dr. Harvey Martin Sunday Service 10:25 am www.daleefc.com
Faith Baptist Church & Academy 601 2nd Street, Hinckley 320-384-6312 Reed Owens, Pastor David Ostenson, Assistant Pastor/Academy Administration 9:45 a.m. Sunday School, 11:00 a.m. & 6:00 p.m. Sunday Worship Wednesday AWANA 7 p.m.
First Presbyterian Church 405 Main St. S., Pine City 320-629-3592 Rev. Rob Spahr www.firstprespinecity.org 9:15 a.m. Sunday School, 10:30 a.m. Worship Celebration, Sunday 6:30 p.m. Youth Group Wednesday 7:00 p.m. College/Career Group
Grace Baptist Church 1 mile Southwest of Pine City on Fairway Road (next to I-35) 320-629-1374 Pastor Tim W. Stratton
Lorraine C. Wilson Lorraine C. Wilson, 93, of Saint Paul, died peacefully on May 11, 2015. Lorraine was born west of Pine City on Dec. 5, 1921. Lorraine was preceded in death by husband Robert, son George, sister Helen, brothers Jerome and Robert and great-grandchild Jorryn Shae. She is survived by children: James and wife, JoAnne, Thomas and wife, Linda, Mary Ann and husband, Fran Miron; 10 grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. A memorial mass took place at 5 p.m. on Tuesday, May 19, 2015 at Church of the Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary, 1725 Kennard St., Maplewood, MN 55109. Visitation was from 3-5 p.m. prior to t he mass. In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred.
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.
Hands for Pine City Outreach Church Meeting at Pine City Library Community Room, 300 5th St. SE Sunday NIGHTS 5-6PM Pastor Julie & Brad Samuelson 320-496-3009 Hands4PC@gmail.com Facebook fan page: Hands for Pine City Existing to be the hands of Jesus to Pine City
Henriette Community Church (Free Methodist) One mile North of Henriette on HWY 107 • 320-679-4875 Pastor Marvin Miller Sunday School, 9:00a.m.; Sunday morning Worship, 10:15 a.m.
Hinckley Seventh Day Adventist 550 1st St. NE, Hinckley 320-384-6167 Pastor: Carlos Rodriguez Services, Saturday, 11 a.m. Fellowship lunch 1st and 3rd Saturday following services.
Harold G. Shermer, of Brooklyn Park, died Wednesday, May 6, 2015 at Guardian Angels Care Center in Elk River one week after his 78th birthday. Harold had a love for the outdoors and hunting which included trips to C olorado, Wyoming and Montana. He especially liked the time he spent with family and friends at his hunting camp in Chengwatana. He will be missed on these trips as Harold could be counted on to tell his many jokes and stories and his infectious laughter. Harold also loved flying and could be seen landing his plane at their lake home on Cross Lake. Harold and Darlene spent much of t heir time in Pine City where they enjoyed playing Texas Hold’em and spending time with the many new friends they met. We would like to thank Pastor Vicki, Glenna Reierson and Jennifer Hansmann for their part in the funeral service. We would also like to thank the many relatives and friends who offered support and sympathy during Harold’s illness and death. It was nice to see so many at his service and to know how many lives he has touched. He will be sadly missed. Harold is survived by his wife Darlene; children: Vicki (Bob) Hudlow of P ine City, Rick (Stephanie) Shermer of D ayton, Keith (Kim) Shermer of D ayton, Kevin (Stacy) Shermer of D ayton, Kirt (Shari) Shermer of Otsego, Lynn (Steve) Oswald of Brooklyn Park; 13 grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; sister Joann (Tom) Saloka of Anoka; brother Donald (Chris) Shermer of Pine City; many other relatives and friends. He is preceded in death by his parents George and Hazel Shermer; brother Jerome Shermer; nephews Justin Shermer and John Saloka.
St. Joseph’s Catholic Church Living Water Fellowship
Hustletown Community Church Non-denominational 17945 Blue Jay Ln. Pastor Bruce Thompson 320-225-9231 Sunday School, 10:15 a.m., Worship Service 11 a.m.
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
Immaculate Conception Catholic Church 535 8th St. SW, Pine City 320-629-2935 Monsignor Alek Suchan www.icchurchpinecitymn.org office@icchurcpinecitymn.org Mass: Saturday 5 pm, Sunday 10 am, Confession: Saturday 4-4:30pm, Sunday 9:15-9:45am
Journey North Church Current location: 840 Main St S, behind A&W. Pastor Tim Adams 320-629-6111 Sunday Services: 9 & 10:30 a.m. Nursery, toddlers and KidVenture programs during both services. www.JourneyNorthChurch.com
Living Hope Christian Center
Grasston Jim Sodergren, Pastor 320-396-3925 hopelutherangrasston.org Sunday: 9:30 a.m. Worship Service; 10:30 a.m. Sunday School; Holy Communion first and third
Pokegama Lake Road 320-629-6136 Livinghopepinecity@gmail.com Sunday Mornings: Life Class 9 a.m., Worship Service 10 a.m.
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, MN 55063 Pastor Vicki Vander Vegt 320-629-2985 www.orlcpc.com Worship Schedule Sunday Worship: 8:00 & 9:30 a.m. Coffee time at 9 a.m. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Thursday Worship 5:30 p.m.
Pine City Evangelical Free Church 625 Golf Ave SW Pastor Joel Preston Sunday Service 10:30 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
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Jeremy Langmade, Pastor Assembly of God 11914 Fairway Rd. SW, Pine City ¾ mile West of I-35 on
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320-629-2935 19390 Praha Ave, Beroun, MN Monsignor Alek Suchan Sunday Mass 8:00 a.m.
South Pine Baptist Church formerly Trinity Baptist Fellowship Pine City Library Community Room, 300 5th St SE Pine City, MN Pastor Dennis Eng 320-336-9292 Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Sunday Service 10:30 a.m. Wednesday Bible study at 7p.m. Call for location www.southpinebaptist.com
Zion Lutheran Church 410 Main St. S, Pine City Worship 9 a.m. Wednesday Service 7 p.m. Growing in Grace Preschool Mon-Wed- Fri a.m. Pastor Glen Kleppe 320-629-3683
Grasston Baptist Church 402 N. Oak St. Grasston, MN 55030 www.grasstonbaptist.org info@grasstonbaptisit.org 320.396.2645 Worship Service 9:30am Sunday School 10:45am
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Madelyn D. Doran-Zeney Madelyn Dorothy Dahlin Doran Zeney of M ora, forD merly of Rock Creek and m Rush City, passed away R Tuesday, May 12, 2015 at T tthe age of 9 5 years. She was born to S elma Louw iise (Mattson) Dahlin and Charles Dahlin in Rush C City on Oct. 22, 1919. BapC tized and confirmed at the Swedish Mission Church in Harris, Madelyn spent her elementary years at Chippewa Hill Grade School southeast of Ru sh City. She graduated from Rush City High School in 1938. Madelyn married Bernard Doran of Rock Creek Dec. 12, 1938 in Reno, Nevada. The couple made their home in Rock Creek and Madelyn continued to be a resident of Rock Creek until 2008. She worked as a bookkeeper for the Rock Creek Creamery for many years. She also was employed by Land O Lakes in Pine City, the job she would eventually retire from. Madelyn and Bernard loved hunting and fishing and taught many their fishing and shooting skills. Maddie and Bernard worked their farm together as a team most of their married life, as well as caring for her handicapped brother Walter for 36 years. After Bernard’s death in 1985, Maddie married Lawrence Zeney in Yuma, Arizona. They enjoyed their time in Arizona, including their many pets. In 2008, Larry and Maddie moved to Mora. Four years ago, due to ailing health, Madelyn moved to live with her niece Renae and Gary Klein in rural Mora, where she spent
her last years. The faith that Madelyn had was evident in her homemaking, farming, gardening and her artistic abilities, which blossomed in retirement. She always saw the stock tank “half full.” Madelyn loved to travel and saw most of the U.S. Madelyn is preceded in death by her parents, Selma and Charles Dahlin; husbands: Bernard Doran and Lawrence Zeney; sisters; Mildred Dahlin Corrier, Ethel Dahlin Berg, Lenore Dahlin Valleen; brothers: Walter Dahlin Johnson, Clarence Dahlin; niece Sandra Kuka; nephews: Charles Valleen, Gary Corrier, Donald Michael, Kirk Huebl; brothers-in-law: Maurice Corrier, Eddie Berg, Allen Valleen, Donald (Myrt) Doran, Howard Huebl and Sparky (Betty) McNeal. She is survived by nieces and nephews: Renae and Gary Klein, Wayne (Sally) Corrier, LouAnn (LeRoy) Larson, Jay (Janie) Corrier, Anna (John) Wong; sister-in-law Shirley Huebl; Doran nieces and nephews: Cheryl (Jim) Richter, Becky (Doug) Berglund, Colleen (Dennis) Pitt, Gary (Kathy) Gruett, Tom (Jane) Doran, Anita (Rick) Tuomala, Mark (Vicky) Huebl, Darrell (Jeanne) McNeal, Diane (Rick) Ledin; Zeney stepchildren: Rozanne Engel, Frank (BinBin) Shang, Jim Zeney, Donna (Lou) Lindstrom, Jerry (Cindy) Zeney; special loved ones: The Dahlstrom Kids; Merle, Duane, LaDez. Vicki Pieper officiated at a funeral service for Madelyn on Saturday, May 16, 2015 at the Olson Chapel in Rush City with visitation and reviewal Friday from 5-8 p.m. Music was provided by Abby Berglund-Lundgren and Carol Kirchberg. The interment was in the Birchwood Cemetery in Pine City. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the Funeral and Cremation Service of Rush City – Olson Chapel.
The family of Joe Doncits wishes to express their heartfelt thank you to f amily, friends, neighbors and many members of O ur Redeemer Lutheran Church for all the prayers, cards, flowers and memorials; we thank you so much whatever the part. A special thank you to Pastor Vicki for her love, support, prayers and beautiful service. Thank you to t he Anoka County Honor Guard for the beautiful military honors. Joe was a kind man to everyone he met and will be missed by all. Kay Kleidon and family and the Doncits family On behalf of the Pine Community Food Shelf, the Board of Di rectors would like to t hank the Pine City Post Office for their food shelf drive. Through their efforts the Food Shelf received 3,065 pounds of food. And thank you to the residents of Pine City and also to the rural people who responded with their generous donations. Sincerely, Pine Community Food Shelf Board
COLLEGE GRADUATES Minnesota State University, Mankato presented degrees during commencement exercises on May 9. Local students among the g raduates included Kaitlin Holznagel of Brook Park, BS, Rec, Parks & Leisure Services, Cum Laude; Bridgette Anderson of Pine City, BS, Psy chology; Kathryn Greenfield of Sandstone, BS, Psychology.
PINE COUNTY SHERIFF’S BLOTTER M 11 - 17 May Theft, burglary, vandalism
May 11, 8:41 a.m., report of theft, Evergreen Sq., Pine City south. May 12, 10:20 a.m., report of theft, 4th St., Pine City south. May 12, 8:00 p.m., report of driveoffs, 13th St., Pine City south. May 13, 3:08 p.m., report of vehicle theft/attempt, Main St., Pine City south. May 13, 5:12 p.m., report of burglary, 1st Ave., Pine City south. May 15, 12:46 p.m., report of fraud, Birch Bark Rd., Brook Park Twp. May 15, 12:56 p.m., report of theft, 2nd St., Pine City south. May 15, 5:19 p.m., report of property damage/hit and run, 3rd Ave., Pine City south. May 15, 6:48 p.m., report of theft, 6th Ave., Pine City south. May 16, 8:16 a.m., report of damage to property, Russell Rd., Pine City Twp. west. May 16, 8:18 p.m., report of theft, Evergreen Sq., Pine City south. May 17, 4:35 p.m., report of theft, 8th St., Pine City north.
Miscellaneous May 11, 3:29 p.m., report of suspicious activity, 4th St., Pine City south. May 12, 1:17 p.m., report of tenant trouble, 4th St., Pine City south. May 13, 11:44 a.m., report of harass-
ment, Edgewater Rd., Pokegama Twp. east. May 13, 4:08 p.m., report of drug incident, Main St./Grantit Dr., Pine City north. May 13, 8:38 p.m., report of assault, Edgewater Rd./Cliffside Rd., Pokegama Twp. east. May 14, 8:28 a.m., report of domestic, Vintage Rd., Pokegama Twp. east. May 14, 9:58 a.m., report of animal disturbance, Auburn Rd./Hawk Ridge Rd., Pokegama Twp. west. May 15, 12:40 p.m., report of harassment, Birchwood Trl., Pine City Twp. east. May 15, 11:20 p.m., report of animal disturbance, 8th St., Pine City north. May 16, 1:43 p.m., report of trespass, Park Cir., Pokegama Twp. west. May 16, 11:58 p.m., report of suspicious activity, Pokegama Lake Rd., Pokegama Twp. west. May 17, 4:17 a.m., report of disturbance, Pokegama Lake Rd., Pine City Twp. west. May 17, report of threats, Sunset Trl., Pokegama Twp. west. May 17, 7:13 p.m., report of domestic, Henriette Rd./State Hwy. 107, Henriette.
Fires and accidents May 11, 4:14 p.m., report of personal injury, Main St., Pine City north. May 11, 10:34 p.m., report of structure
fire, Birchwood Trl., Pine City Twp. east.
Jail roster May 11, Michael Joseph Bentfield, warrant, under sentence, terroristic threats- reckless disreg... May 11, Roxanne Gail Davis, awaiting trial/court, remand-bail, bring/send/ introduce/possess contra...; fleeing police officer; trespass- premises of another- refuse, return to property within...; drugs- 3rd degree- possess10 G... 5th degree- possess schedule 1; govt- escape from custody. May 11, Danelle Ardene Diver, hold for other agency, under sentence, drugs5th degree- poss/procure/control su... May 11, Donald Michael Ferriere, warrant, remand-bail, traffic- DUI- 3rd degree...DUI of alcohol. May 11, Michael Martin Fornengo, under sentence, traffic- DUI- 4th degree .08 or more in 2... May 11, William Gary Gilbert, hold for other agency, assault- domestic assault- misd. Released May 11. May 12, Leona Jean Nowling, Pine County warrant, remand-bail, disorderly conduct- offensive/abus... assault- 5th degree- fear of bodily... domestic assault- misdemeanorcomm... contribute to delinquency of a minor. Released May 13. May 12, Owen John Barnard, hold for other agency, domestic assault- mis-
demeanor- comm... Released May 12. May 12, Laurence Martin Blodgett, under sentence, traffic- driver’s license- driving after cancellation- inimical to public safety. May 12, Delbert Gary Shabaiash Jr., hold for other agency, traffic- DUI- 1st degree. May 12, Devon Michael Kerfeld, awaiting trial/court, probable cause, trafficDUI- 2nd degree- GM. Released May 14. May 13, Greg Allen Schreader, under sentence, traffic- DUI- 3rd degree. May 13, Stacy Blair Peper, warrant, Pine County writ, remand- other authority, domestic abuse- violate order for... Released May 14. May 14, Ryan Edward Reed, book and release, probable cause, disturb- disorderly conduct. Released May 14. May 14, Joshua Earl Windt, book and release, summons, drugs- 5th degreeposs/procure/control... Released May 14. May 14, Max Andrew Melhus, warrant, under sentence, stolen property- receive- other property- $250... May 14, Joseph Daniel Heim, warrant, Pine County warrant, no days- sent com, stolen property- possess- other property- $501... Released May 15. May 14, Jeremy Jones Richardson, awaiting trial/court, probable cause, assault- domestic assault- misd. Released May 15. May 14, Jeremy Jon Sertich, hold for
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other agency, disturb- disorderly conduct; assault- 5th degree- inflict or attempt bod... Released May 15. May 14, Mathew James Stauffer, awaiting trial/court, remand-bail, probable cause, domestic assaultmisdemeanor- comm... Released May 15. May 14, Matthew Joseph Thompson, warrant, Pine County warrant, remand-RPR, disturb- public nuisance, public nuisance- interfere/obstruct... Released May 15. May 14, Ian Granger Iversen, book and release, summons, govt- violation of harass/restr order- G... Released May 14. May 14, Cassandra Larae Jackson, book and release, summons, govtevading MV tax- GM. Released May 14. May 14, John Darrell Meyer, book and release, probable cause, disseminate pornographic work- Fe. Released May 14. May 15, Sheila Marie Baier, hold for other agency, warrant, nonsupport of spouse or child- for 1... May 17, Joshua Aaron Curl, warrant, probation/parole violation, trafficDUI- 3rd degree- refusal to submit to... May 17, Adam Richard Wemmer, awaiting trial/court, probable cause, assault- domestic assault- misd.
There have been 758 admissions to the Pine County Jail in 2015.
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SCHOOL BOARD MEETING INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT #578 PINE CITY, MINNESOTA 55063 Monday, April 13, 2015 @ 6:30 P.M. Pine City District Office Board Room “Creating Our Future One Student at a Time” The regular meeting of the Board of Education of Independent School District No. 578, Pine City, Minnesota, was held at the Pine City District Office Board Room on Monday, April 13, 2015 for the purpose of conducting regular board business. Vice-Chair Geisler called the meeting to order at 6:31 p.m. Upon Roll Call, the following members were present: Steve Odegard, Wendy Leibel, Tim Geisler, Wally Connaker, Candice Ames, Absent: Dan Peterson, (in at 6:37), Alicia Ascheman. Also present was Superintendent Wayne Gilman. Motion by Ames second by Leibel and carried unanimously to approve the agenda. Positive Happenings/Presentations/Open Forum: Pam Jensen - New Direction Senior Trip - Advisors Dihanna Fedder and Terrie Schoeberl and student Maria Carpenter talked about the 2015 Senior Class Trip. Motion by Odegard second by Ames and carried unanimously to approve the consent agenda. (a) Approve the March 9, 2015 regular minutes and listening session notes. (b) Approve the March bills to date as listed. (c) Approve the following electronic fund transfers: Date Amount Transfer from Transfer to Description 2-Mar $500,000.00 MN TRUST STEARNS BANK CASH FLOW 13-Mar $285,000.00 MN TRUST MSDLAF+ LIQUID PAYROLL 26-Mar $1,000,000.00 MN TRUST STEARNS BANK CASH FLOW 30-Mar $300,000.00 MN TRUST MSDLAF+ LIQUID PAYROLL The administration recommends that the School Board approve the resignations/*retirements of the following staff: (d) Jessica Flock, Elementary Classroom Teacher, effective May 29, 2015. (e) Barbara Smith, Elementary Assistant Principal, effective June 30, 2015. (f) John Lind, Auditorium Manager, effective May 13, 2015. (g) Bob Hanson, Assistant Wrestling Coach, effective March 30, 2015. (h) *Cheryl Osterdyk, Elementary Classroom Teacher (37 years of service), effective May 29, 2015. (i) *Karla Isaacson, Elementary Special Education Teacher (31 years of service), effective May 29, 2015. (j) *Sue Haavisto, Elementary Classroom Teacher (34 years of service), effective May 29, 2015. (k) *Darlene Asher, Elementary Classroom Teacher (27 years of service), effective May 29, 2015. (l) *Terrie Schoeberl, High School Secretary (37 years of service), effective June 1, 2015. (m) *Teri Gospodarek, Elementary Teacher (35 years of service), effective May 29, 2015. We thank the retiring staff members for their dedicated service to Pine City Public Schools. The administration recommends that the School Board approve the change in employment of the following staff: (n) Kelly Allen, (Step 12, Lane 5), 1st Grade Classroom Teacher, at an annual salary of $56,421. Returning from ½ time leave. (o) Tyler Mans, (Step 3, Lane 1), Secondary Art Teacher, at an annual salary of 37,350. Increase from part-time to full-time. The administration recommends that the School Board approve the employment of the following staff: (p) Darcy Lynch, 7/8th Grade Summer School Math Teacher, June 2 - July 21at $26.76 per hour. (q) Raymond Mead, Custodian, (Step 1, Lane 5), 8 hours per day at $14.50 per hour. (r) Kari Hasz, ALC English Language Arts 9th Grade Summer School Teacher, 20 hours at $44.82 per hour. (s) Linda Kleppe, LTS Kindergarten Classroom Teacher, (Step 2, Lane 1), approximately 16 days at a daily rate of pay of $197.99. (t) Kevin Cahill, Auditorium Manager (shared position), at an annual salary of $2,000, effective August 26, 2015. (u) Blake Groe, Auditorium Manager (shared position), at an annual salary of $2,000, effective August 26, 2015... as established in the prevailing Teachers Master Agreement effective July 1, 2013. As per school district policy, the administration recommends that the school board accept the following donations: (v) A cash donation of $365.00 from the Rock Creek Lions to be used for the 6th grade field trip. (w) $750 from Pine County Methamphetamine Task Force. This money will be used to purchase curriculum materials regarding drug and alcohol abuse. We thank the Rock Creek Lions and Pine County Task Force for these donations. Motion by Geisler second by Leibel and carried unanimously to approve the Treasurer’s/Cash Flow Report Update. Motion by Odegard second by Leibel and carried unanimously to approve Track bid number 2. Motion by Geisler second by Ames and carried unanimously to approve Policy #203.5. Motion by Odegard second by Leibel and carried unanimously to approve Policy #205. Motion by Leibel second by Ames and carried unanimously with Connaker abstaining (he is a substitute teacher for the district) to approve Policy #400. Motion by Odegard second by Geisler and carried unanimously to approve Policy #404 Member Odegard introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION RELATING TO THE TERMINATION AND NONRENEWAL OF THE TEACHING CONTRACT OF CAROLE GIARDINI, A PROBATIONARY TEACHER WHEREAS, Carole Giardini is a probationary teacher in Independent School District #578. BE IT RESOLVED, by the School Board of Independent School District #578 that pursuant to Minnesota Statutes 120A.40, Subdivision 5, that the teaching contract of Carole Giardini, a probationary teacher in Independent School District #578, is hereby terminated at the close of the current 2014-15 school year. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that written notice be sent to said teacher regarding termination and non-renewal of her contract as provided by law and that said notice shall be in substantially the following form: NOTICE OF TERMINATION AND NON-RENEWAL Ms. Carole Giardini Braham, MN 55006 Dear Ms. Giardini: You are hereby notified that at a regular meeting of the School Board of Independent School District #578 held on April 13, 2015, a resolution was adopted by a majority roll call vote to terminate your contract effective at the end of the current school year and not to renew your contract for the 2015 - 2016 school year. Said action of the board is taken pursuant to M.S. 122A.40, Subd. 5. You may officially request that the superintendent on behalf of the school board give its reasons for the non-renewal of your teaching contract. Yours very truly, SCHOOL BOARD OF INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT #0578 Wally Connaker Clerk of the School Board The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Connaker and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: Odegard, Leibel, Geisler, Connaker, Peterson, Ames. and the following voted against the same: None Absent: Ascheman whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted. Member Leibel introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION RELATING TO THE TERMINATION AND NONRENEWAL OF THE TEACHING CONTRACT OF JAMES MILLER, A PROBATIONARY TEACHER WHEREAS, James Miller is a probationary teacher in Independent School District #578. BE IT RESOLVED, by the School Board of Independent School District #578 that pursuant to Minnesota Statutes 120A.40, Subdivision 5, that the teaching contract of James Miller, a probationary teacher in Independent School District #578, is hereby terminated at the close of the current 2014-15 school year. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that written notice be sent to said teacher regarding termination and non-renewal of his contract as provided by law and that said notice shall be in substantially the following form: NOTICE OF TERMINATION AND NON-RENEWAL Mr. James Miller Cambridge, MN 55008 Dear Mr. Miller: You are hereby notified that at a regular meeting of the School Board of Independent School District #578 held on April 13, 2015, a resolution was adopted by a majority roll call vote to terminate your contract effective at the end of the current school year and not to renew your contract for the 2015 - 2016 school year. Said
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STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF PINE DISTRICT COURT PROBATE DIVISION TENTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT Court File No. 58-PR-15-25 In re Estate of Ressler J. Stater, Deceased. ORDER AND NOTICE OF HEARING ON PETITION FOR SUMMARY DISTRIBUTION PURSUANT TO MINN. STAT. § 524.3-1203 AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS
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action of the board is taken pursuant to M.S. 122A.40, Subd. 5. You may officially request that the superintendent on behalf of the school board give its reasons for the non-renewal of your teaching contract. Yours very truly, SCHOOL BOARD OF INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT #0578 Wally Connaker Clerk of the School Board The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Odegard and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: Odegard, Leibel, Geisler, Connaker, Peterson, Ames. and the following voted against the same: None Absent: Ascheman whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted. Member Ames introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION RELATING TO THE TERMINATION AND NONRENEWAL OF THE TEACHING CONTRACT OF ADAM WALTHER, A PROBATIONARY TEACHER WHEREAS, Adam Walther is a probationary teacher in Independent School District #578. BE IT RESOLVED, by the School Board of Independent School District No. 578 that pursuant to Minnesota Statutes 120A.40, Subdivision 5, that the teaching contract of Adam Walther, a probationary teacher in Independent School District #578, is hereby terminated at the close of the current 2014-15 school year. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that written notice be sent to said teacher regarding termination and non-renewal of his contract as provided by law and that said notice shall be in substantially the following form: NOTICE OF TERMINATION AND NON-RENEWAL Mr. Adam Walther Lino Lakes, MN 55014 Dear Mr. Walther: You are hereby notified that at a regular meeting of the School Board of Independent School District #578 held on April 13, 2015, a resolution was adopted by a majority roll call vote to terminate your contract effective at the end of the current school year and not to renew your contract for the 2015 - 2016 school year. Said action of the board is taken pursuant to M.S. 122A.40, Subd. 5. You may officially request that the superintendent on behalf of the school board give its reasons for the non-renewal of your teaching contract. Yours very truly, SCHOOL BOARD OF INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT #0578 Wally Connaker Clerk of the School Board The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Connaker and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: Odegard, Leibel, Geisler, Connaker, Peterson, Ames. and the following voted against the same: None Absent: Ascheman whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted. Member Ames introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION RELATING TO THE TERMINATION AND NONRENEWAL OF THE TEACHING CONTRACT OF JOLENE BOUCHER, A PROBATIONARY TEACHER WHEREAS, Jolene Boucher is a probationary teacher in Independent School District #578. BE IT RESOLVED, by the School Board of Independent School District #578 that pursuant to Minnesota Statutes 120A.40, Subdivision 5, that the teaching contract of Jolene Boucher, a probationary teacher in Independent School District #578, is hereby terminated at the close of the current 2014-15 school year. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that written notice be sent to said teacher regarding termination and non-renewal of her contract as provided by law and that said notice shall be in substantially the following form: NOTICE OF TERMINATION AND NON-RENEWAL Ms. Jolene Boucher Osceola, WI 54020 Dear Ms. Boucher: You are hereby notified that at a regular meeting of the School Board of Independent School District #578 held on April 13, 2015, a resolution was adopted by a majority roll call vote to terminate your contract effective at the end of the current school year and not to renew your contract for the 2015 - 2016 school year. Said action of the board is taken pursuant to M.S. 122A.40, Subd. 5. You may officially request that the superintendent on behalf of the school board give its reasons for the non-renewal of your teaching contract. Yours very truly, SCHOOL BOARD OF INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 0578 Wally Connaker Clerk of the School Board The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Connaker and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: Odegard, Leibel, Geisler, Connaker, Peterson, Ames. and the following voted against the same: None Absent: Ascheman whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted. Member Odegard introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION RELATING TO THE TERMINATION AND NONRENEWAL OF THE TEACHING CONTRACT OF KATHERINE WOLVERTON-MAKI, A PROBATIONARY TEACHER WHEREAS, Katherine Wolverton-Maki is a probationary teacher in Independent School District #578. BE IT RESOLVED, by the School Board of Independent School District #578 that pursuant to Minnesota Statutes 120A.40, Subdivision 5, that the teaching contract of Katherine Wolverton-Maki, a probationary teacher in Independent School District #578, is hereby terminated at the close of the current 2014-15 school year. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that written notice be sent to said teacher regarding termination and non-renewal of her contract as provided by law and that said notice shall be in substantially the following form: NOTICE OF TERMINATION AND NON-RENEWAL Ms. Katherine Wolverton-Maki Bruno, MN 55712 Dear Ms. Wolverton-Maki: You are hereby notified that at a regular meeting of the School Board of Independent School District #578 held on April 13, 2015, a resolution was adopted by a majority roll call vote to terminate your contract effective at the end of the current school year and not to renew your contract for the 2015 - 2016 school year. Said action of the board is taken pursuant to M.S. 122A.40, Subd. 5. You may officially request that the superintendent on behalf of the school board give its reasons for the non-renewal of your teaching contract. Yours very truly, SCHOOL BOARD OF INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT # 0578 Wally Connaker Clerk of the School Board The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Geisler and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: Odegard, Leibel, Geisler, Connaker, Peterson, Ames. and the following voted against the same: None Absent: Ascheman whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted. Motion by Connaker second by Ames and carried unanimously to approve Cindy Stolp’s 2015-2017 Director, Community Education/Coordinator, Early Childhood Contract. Motion by Ames second by Odegard and carried unanimously to approve out of state travel for Kelly Allen to attend the National Direct Instruction Conference and Institute. Motion by Connaker second by Geisler and carried unanimously to approve the 2015-2016 Senior Class Trip. Meeting adjourned at 8:47 p.m. Wally Connaker Clerk Published in the Pine City Pioneer on May 21, 2015
TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS AND CREDITORS: It is Ordered and Notice is hereby given that on the 2nd day of June, 2015 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, Suite 320, Pine City, Minnesota, for the summary distribution of the estate of the above-named Decedent, and that any objections thereto must be filed with the Court. 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: 4/15/15 /s/ James T. Reuter Judge of District Court Jimmy A. Lindberg, #63290 LINDBERG LAW OFFICE, P.A. 200 3rd Avenue NE, Suite 300 Cambridge, MN 55008 (763) 689-9596 Filed 4/15/15
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www.pinecitymn.com FROM PAGE 20 STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF PINE TENTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT DISTRICT COURT PROBATE DIVISION Court File No. 58-PR-15-33 Estate of Richard H. Larson, a/k/a Richard Harry Larson, Decedent NOTICE AND ORDER OF HEARING ON PETITION FOR PROBATE OF WILL AND APPOINTMENT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS It is Ordered and Notice is given that on 6/9/15 at 9:00 a.m., a hearing will be held in this Court at 635 Northridge Drive NW, Pine City, Minnesota, for the formal probate of an instrument purporting to be the Will of the Decedent dated, August 23, 2006, ("Will"), and for the appointment of Ruth H. Larson, whose address is 5930 McEnrow Ct., Leesburg, FL, 34748 as Personal Representative of the Estate of the Decedent in ⌧ an UNSUPERVISED administration. Any objections to the petition must be filed with the Court prior to or raised at the hearing. If proper and if no objections are filed or raised, the Personal Representative will be appointed with full power to administer the Estate including the power to collect all assets, to pay all legal debts, claims, taxes and expenses, to sell real and personal property, and to do all necessary acts for the Estate. Notice is also given that (subject to 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: 5/11/15 JAMES T. REUTER Judge of District Court By: Kim Nelson/deputy Dated: 5/11/15 LU ANN BLEGEN Court Administrator By: Kim Nelson/deputy Attorney for Petitioner Kevin A. Hofstad LEDIN & HOFSTAD, LTD 539 Main Street S. Pine City, MN, 55063 Attorney License No: 012445X Telephone: (320) 629-7537 FAX: (320) 629-2479 Email: kevinh@ledinandhofstad.com Published in the Pine City Pioneer on May 14 and 21, 2015 STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF PINE DISTRICT COURT TENTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT FILE NO. 58-PR-11-44 In Re: The Estate of Esther Luoma;
The Esther A. Luoma Qualified Trust; The Theodore E. Luoma Trust NOTICE AND ORDER FOR HEARING ON PETITION FOR ORDER ALLOWING TRUSTEES’ ACCOUNTS, APPROVING SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT, APPROVING DISTRIBUTIONS, DISCHARGING THE TRUSTEES OF THE ESTHER A. LUOMA QUALIFIED TRUST, REFORMING THE THEODORE E. LUOMA TRUST, APPOINTING A SUCCESSOR TRUSTEE OF THE THEODORE E. LUOMA TRUST, REMOVING TRUST FROM CONTINUING COURT SUPERVISION, AND GRANTING OTHER RELIEF. Petitioner, Judy M. Luoma, having petitioned for a hearing and an Order allowing Trustees’ accounts, approving settlement agreement, approving distributions, discharging the Trustees of the Esther A. Luoma Qualified Trust, reforming the Theodore E. Luoma Trust, appointing a successor Trustee of the Theodore E. Luoma Trust, removing trust from continuing court supervision, and granting other relief; NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS ORDERED: 1. That said Petition be heard by the Court at Pine County Courthouse, 635 Northridge Drive NW, Pine City, Minnesota, on the 16th day of June, 2015, at 9:00 a.m., or as soon thereafter as counsel can be heard, at which time and place all parties interested in said trust may appear and be heard. 2. That notice of said hearing be given by publishing a copy of this Order one (1) time in Pine City Pioneer, a legal newspaper printed and published in this county, at least twenty (20) days prior to the date fixed for said hearing, and by mailing a copy of the same at least fifteen (15) days before said date to each party interested in said trust at their last known address, and that proof of such mailing and publication be filed with the Court. In the case of a beneficiary who is a minor or an incapacitated person as defined in Minnesota Statutes § 524.5-102, Subd. 6 for whom a conservator, guardian or guardian ad litem known to the Petitioner has been appointed, notice must be mailed to that fiduciary. 3. The Court shall represent the interests of all unborn or unascertained beneficiaries pursuant to Minnesota Statutes § 501B.19 unless a party in interest who wishes to nominate a guardian ad litem or guardians ad litem for any other party in interest (A) gives written notice to the other parties of person or persons nominated to be a guardian ad litem for a proposed ward at least seven (7) days prior to the date of hearing on the Petition; and (B) presents evidence to the Court prior to the hearing on the Petition regarding the qualifications of the nominee and the interests of the proposed party to be protected.
SUMMARY OF MINUTES OF PINE COUNTY BOARD MEETING Regular Meeting - Tuesday, April 21, 2015, 10:00 a.m. Board Room, Pine County Courthouse, Pine City, Minnesota Chair Steve Hallan called the meeting to order at 10:00 a.m. Present were Commissioners Josh Mohr, Steve Chaffee, Curt Rossow and Matt Ludwig. Also present were County Attorney Reese Frederickson and County Administrator David Minke. The Pledge of Allegiance was said. Chair Hallan called for public comment. There was no public comment. Commissioner Rossow moved to approve the amended Agenda. Second by Commissioner Ludwig. Motion carried 5-0. Commissioner Chaffee moved to approve the Minutes of the April 7, 2015 county board meeting and Summary for publication. Second by Commissioner Mohr. Motion carried 5-0. Minutes of Boards, Committees and Correspondence Pine County HRA Senior Housing Board of Directors Regular Meeting Minutes – February 25, 2015 East Central Regional Library Board Minutes - March 9, 2015 Department of Health correspondence dated April 6, 2015 - Michelle Kelash Commissioner Rossow moved to acknowledge the Minutes of Boards, Committees and Correspondence. Second by Commissioner Chaffee. Motion carried 5-0. Commissioner Mohr moved to approve the amended Consent Agenda. Second by Commissioner Rossow. Commissioner Chaffee abstained from voting due to a conflict of interest. Motion carried 4-0. Approve: Fund March 31, 2014 March 31, 2015 Increase(Decrease) General Fund (182,130) 1,243,199 1,425,329 Health and Human Services Fund 33,513 (502,138) (535,652) Road and Bridge Fund 2,242,631 4,321,475 2,078,844 Land Management Fund 1,926,572 2,143,680 217,108 TOTAL (inc nonmajor funds) 4,737,558 7,665,015 2,927,456 Approve the following Applications for Abatement: Karl & Peggy Rogalla, Pine City; Rodney & Julie Bodell, Pine City; David & Debra Green, 17473 Peggy Ln., Grasston; Mari Ann Olson, 322 1st St. So., Brook Park; and Robert Hunt, Pine City. Approve two (2) 3.2 Temporary Licenses for Finlayson-Giese Sportsmen Club, May 30 and 31 and September 6 and 7, 2015. Approved by Pine Lake Township, Pine County Sheriff and Pine County Attorney. Acknowledge the donation by the Sheriff’s Office of old light bars and control boxes to various fire departments within Pine County. Approve appointment of Sheriff Jeff Nelson, Chief Deputy Paul Widenstrom, Denise Baran, Marcella Danielson and Ellena Veldhouse as representatives to the Northeast Minnesota Emergency Services Board Owner & Operators Committee. Approve appointment of Sheriff Jeff Nelson as Director, and Chief Deputy Paul Widenstrom as Deputy Director, of Emergency Management. Authorize Board Chair, Sheriff and Chief Deputy to sign Loyalty Oath cards. Approve Health & Human Services Director Becky Foss to apply for a $5,500 grant through the Greater Pine Area Endowment for the purchase of 24 anatomically correct dolls. There is no match requirement by the county.
BY THE COURT: Dated: May 12, 2015 JAMES T. REUTER Judge of District Court By: Kim Nelson/deputy LU ANN BLEGEN Court Administrator By: Kim Nelson/deputy James F. Baldwin, Esq. (#149263) Moss & Barnett A Professional Association Attorneys for Petitioner/Trustee 150 South Fifth Street, Suite 1200 Minneapolis, MN 55402 Telephone: 612-877-5000 Published in the Pine City Pioneer on May 21, 2015 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE THE RIGHT TO VERIFICATION OF THE DEBT AND IDENTITY OF THE ORIGINAL CREDITOR WITHIN THE TIME PROVIDED BY LAW IS NOT AFFECTED BY THIS ACTION. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that default has occurred in conditions of the following described mortgage: DATE OF MORTGAGE: June 29, 2007 MORTGAGOR: Ignacio Carrillo, a married man. MORTGAGEE: Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. DATE AND PLACE OF RECORDING: Recorded July 31, 2007 Pine County Recorder, Document No. A466310. ASSIGNMENTS OF MORTGAGE: Assigned to: Green Tree Servicing LLC. Dated September 16, 2014 Recorded September 17, 2014, as Document No. A516571. TRANSACTION AGENT: Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. TRANSACTION AGENT’S MORTGAGE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER ON MORTGAGE: 1000157-0008328470-9 LENDER OR BROKER AND MORTGAGE ORIGINATOR STATED ON MORTGAGE: Countrywide Home Loans, Inc. dba America’s Wholesale Lender RESIDENTIAL MORTGAGE SERVICER: Green Tree Servicing LLC MORTGAGED PROPERTY ADDRESS: 15653 Tigua Road, Pine City, MN 55063 TAX PARCEL I.D. #: 28.0260.001 LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY: The South 926 feet of the West 470 feet of the East 1008 feet of the Southeast Quarter of the Southwest Quarter (SE1/4 SW1/4) of Section Twenty (20), Township Thirty-nine (39), Range Twenty-one (21), Pine County, Minnesota. Subject to County Highway No. 53 along the South line thereof. COUNTY IN WHICH PROPERTY IS LOCATED: Pine ORIGINAL PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF MORTGAGE: $221,680.00 AMOUNT DUE AND CLAIMED TO BE DUE AS OF DATE OF
NOTICE, INCLUDING TAXES, IF ANY, PAID BY MORTGAGEE: $214,546.16 That prior to the commencement of this mortgage foreclosure proceeding Mortgagee/Assignee of Mortgagee complied with all notice requirements as required by statute; That no action or proceeding has been instituted at law or otherwise to recover the debt secured by said mortgage, or any part thereof; PURSUANT to the power of sale contained in said mortgage, the above described property will be sold by the Sheriff of said county as follows: DATE AND TIME OF SALE: June 25, 2015 at 10:00 AM PLACE OF SALE: D e t e n t i o n Center, 635 Northridge Drive NW, Pine City MN 55063 to pay the debt then secured by said Mortgage, and taxes, if any, on said premises, and the costs and disbursements, including attorneys’ fees allowed by law subject to redemption within six (6) months from the date of said sale by the mortgagor(s), their personal representatives or assigns unless reduced to Five (5) weeks under MN Stat. §580.07. TIME AND DATE TO VACATE PROPERTY: If the real estate is an owner-occupied, single-family dwelling, unless otherwise provided by law, the date on or before which the mortgagor(s) must vacate the property if the mortgage is not reinstated under section 580.30 or the property is not redeemed under section 580.23 is 11:59 p.m. on December 28, 2015, unless that date falls on a weekend or legal holiday, in which case it is the next weekday, and unless the redemption period is reduced to 5 weeks under MN Stat. Secs. 580.07 or 582.032. MORTGAGOR(S) RELEASED FROM FINANCIAL OBLIGATION ON MORTGAGE: None “THE TIME ALLOWED BY LAW FOR REDEMPTION BY THE MORTGAGOR, THE MORTGAGOR’S PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVES OR ASSIGNS, MAY BE REDUCED TO FIVE WEEKS IF A JUDICIAL ORDER IS ENTERED UNDER MINNESOTA STATUTES, SECTION 582.032, DETERMINING, AMONG OTHER THINGS, THAT THE MORTGAGED PREMISES ARE IMPROVED WITH A RESIDENTIAL DWELLING OF LESS THAN FIVE UNITS, ARE NOT PROPERTY USED IN AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTION, AND ARE ABANDONED.” Dated: April 20, 2015 Green Tree Servicing LLC Mortgagee/Assignee of Mortgagee USSET, WEINGARDEN AND LIEBO, P.L.L.P. Attorneys for Mortgagee/ Assignee of Mortgagee 4500 Park Glen Road #300 Minneapolis, MN 55416 (952) 925-6888 8 - 15-002371 FC
Approve full-time status for Eligibility Worker Brianne Neil, effective April 13, 2015 and Social Services Supervisor Barbara Schmidt, effective April 22, 2015. Authorize the hiring of Deputy Sheriff Daniel Adams, effective May 4, 2015, $20.28 per hour, C42, step 1; Land and Resources Manager Caleb Anderson, effective May 4, 2015, $23.50 per hour, C43; Dispatchers Samantha Sauter and Carley Blomberg, effective April 27, 2015, $16.04 per hour, B23. Approve the promotion of Peter Umbreit to Building Maintenance Lead Worker, effective April 21, 2015, $19.09 per hour, B23, step 6. Approve Probation Agents Jeremie Reinhart, Amber Chase, Laura Stylski and Travis Fisher to attend the 58th Annual MACPO Spring Conference. Total cost: $1,100 plus mileage. The Personnel Committee met April 14, 2015 and made the following recommendations: Sheriff: A. Approve the hiring of three (3) part-time (less than 30 hours per week) deputies. B. Approve the creation of an eligibility list for a patrol sergeant position. Approve patrol sergeant backfill and any vacancies created through internal promotion. Health & Human Services: A. Approve temporary schedule reduction for one (1) public health position; defer approval of one (1) public health staff to HHS Director Foss after the hiring of a new public health supervisor, with notification to the Personnel Committee. B. Approve full-time status to part-time Office Support Specialist (Sandstone) Jennifer Knoll. Building Maintenance: Acknowledge resignation of Building Maintenance Lead Worker Dave Mulvaney effective April 3, 2015 and approve backfill for this position together with any vacancies created through internal promotion. There is the expectation this new position will work primarily in the jail and sheriff’s office. Administration: Approve a $1.00 per hour market adjustment for Human Resources and Payroll Specialist Matt Christenson and approve title change to Human Resources Manager effective April 3, 2015 (his anniversary date). Motion by Commissioner Chaffee to approve the recommendations of the Personnel Committee. Second by Commissioner Rossow. Motion carried 5-0. Motion by Commissioner Rossow to approve Pine County make application to the State of Minnesota for a deed for properties identified as PID 33.0669.000, 33.0673.000 and 33.0674.000. Second by Commissioner Chaffee. Motion carried 5-0. Motion by Commissioner Rossow to approve to sell parcels PID 33.0669.000, 33.0673.000 and 33.0674.000 to the appropriate owners’ association and authorize Board Chair and County Administrator to sign the deed. Second by Commissioner Ludwig. Motion carried 5-0. Ditch Fund balance discussed. No action taken at this time. Chair Hallan called for a recess at 10:58 a.m. Meeting reconvened at 11:02 a.m. A discussion was held regarding Ditch 2 located in southern Pine County. County Engineer Mark LeBrun will, in the next two months, prepare a report/ recommendation for the board’s consideration. Motion by Commissioner Rossow for final payment to Midwest Contracting, LLC in the amount of $27,736.30 and authorize County Administrator to sign the Certificate of Final Contract Acceptance. Second by Commissioner Ludwig. Motion carried 5-0.
THIS IS A COMMUNICATION FROM A DEBT COLLECTOR. Published in the Pine City Pioneer on May 14, 21, 28, June 4, 11 and 18, 2015 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE THE RIGHT TO VERIFICATION OF THE DEBT AND IDENTITY OF THE ORIGINAL CREDITOR WITHIN THE TIME PROVIDED BY LAW IS NOT AFFECTED BY THIS ACTION. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that default has occurred in conditions of the following described mortgage: DATE OF MORTGAGE: August 20, 2007 MORTGAGOR: Thomas G. Linder, a single person. MORTGAGEE: JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association. DATE AND PLACE OF RECORDING: Recorded September 26, 2007 Pine County Recorder, Document No. A 467755. ASSIGNMENTS OF MORTGAGE: NONE TRANSACTION AGENT: NONE TRANSACTION AGENT’S MORTGAGE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER ON MORTGAGE: NONE LENDER OR BROKER AND MORTGAGE ORIGINATOR STATED ON MORTGAGE: JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association RESIDENTIAL MORTGAGE SERVICER: JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association MORTGAGED PROPERTY ADDRESS: 2272 County Line Road, Nickerson, MN 55749 TAX PARCEL I.D. #: 210149000 LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY: Northwest 1/4 of the Northwest 1/4 or Government Lot 4, Section 5, Township 45, Range 17, LESS THE FOLLOWING PARCELS: (1) Easterly 66 feet of the NW 1/4 of NW 1/4 or Government Lot 4, Section 5, Township 45, Range 17. (2) West 330 feet of the North 660 feet of the NW 1/4 of NW 1/4 or Government Lot 4, Section 5, Township 45, Range 17. (3) That part of the NW 1/4 of NW 1/4 or Government Lot 4, Section 5, Township 45, Range 17, described as follows: Beginning at a point on the North line of the NW 1/4 NW 1/4 or Government Lot 4, 66 feet West of the Northeast corner of said NW 1/4 of NW 1/4 or Government Lot 4 as the place of beginning of the parcel to be herein described, thence West along the North line of said NW 1/4 of NW 1/4 or Government Lot 4 a distance of 400 feet, thence South along a line parallel to the East line of said NW 1/4 of NW 1/4 or Government Lot 4 a distance of 1,320 feet more or less to the South line of said NW 1/4 of NW 1/4 or Government Lot 4, thence East along the South line of said NW 1/4 of NW 1/4 or Government Lot 4, to a point 66 feet West of the Southeast corner of said NW 1/4 of NW 1/4 or
Government Lot 4, thence North to the point of beginning. Comprising of 12 acres more or less. COUNTY IN WHICH PROPERTY IS LOCATED: Pine ORIGINAL PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF MORTGAGE: $159,000.00 AMOUNT DUE AND CLAIMED TO BE DUE AS OF DATE OF NOTICE, INCLUDING TAXES, IF ANY, PAID BY MORTGAGEE: $154,451.64 That prior to the commencement of this mortgage foreclosure proceeding Mortgagee/Assignee of Mortgagee complied with all notice requirements as required by statute; That no action or proceeding has been instituted at law or otherwise to recover the debt secured by said mortgage, or any part thereof; PURSUANT to the power of sale contained in said mortgage, the above described property will be sold by the Sheriff of said county as follows: DATE AND TIME OF SALE: July 9, 2015 at 10:00 AM PLACE OF SALE: D e t e n t i o n Center, 635 Northridge Drive NW, Pine City MN 55063 to pay the debt then secured by said Mortgage, and taxes, if any, on said premises, and the costs and disbursements, including attorneys’ fees allowed by law subject to redemption within six (6) months from the date of said sale by the mortgagor(s), their personal representatives or assigns unless reduced to Five (5) weeks under MN Stat. §580.07. TIME AND DATE TO VACATE PROPERTY: If the real estate is an owner-occupied, single-family dwelling, unless otherwise provided by law, the date on or before which the mortgagor(s) must vacate the property if the mortgage is not reinstated under section 580.30 or the property is not redeemed under section 580.23 is 11:59 p.m. on January 11, 2016, unless that date falls on a weekend or legal holiday, in which case it is the next weekday, and unless the redemption period is reduced to 5 weeks under MN Stat. Secs. 580.07 or 582.032. MORTGAGOR(S) RELEASED FROM FINANCIAL OBLIGATION ON MORTGAGE: None Dated: May 5, 2015 JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association Mortgagee/Assignee of Mortgagee USSET, WEINGARDEN AND LIEBO, P.L.L.P. Attorneys for Mortgagee/Assignee of Mortgagee 4500 Park Glen Road #300 Minneapolis, MN 55416 (952) 925-6888 30 - 15-003378 FC THIS IS A COMMUNICATION FROM A DEBT COLLECTOR. Published in the Pine City Pioneer on May 14, 21, 28, June 4, 11 and 18, 2015
Motion by Commissioner Rossow to approve the AFSCME MN Council 65, Local #1904, AFL-CIO Non-Licensed Employees of Sheriff’s Department for contract period January 1, 2014 through December 31, 2016 and authorize Board Chair and County Administrator to sign. Second by Commissioner Chaffee. Motion carried 5-0. County Administrator David Minke provided an update of the budget through March 31, 2015. A Special Meeting/Committee of the Whole has been set for July 28, 2015 at 9:00 a.m. at the Duquette Community Hall, 88179 State Highway 23, Kerrick. With no further business, Chair Hallan adjourned the county board meeting at 11:45 a.m. The next regular meeting of the county board is scheduled for May 5, 2015 at 10:00 a.m. at the Public Health Building, Sandstone, Minnesota. Stephen M. Hallan, Chair, Board of Commissioners David J. Minke, Administrator, Clerk to County Board The full text of the board's Minutes are available at the County Administrator's Office and the county's website (www.co.pine.mn.us). Copies may also be requested from the administrator's office. Published in the Pine City Pioneer on May 21, 2015 MINUTES OF PINE COUNTY BOARD MEETING Special Meeting - City-County Relations Tuesday, April 21, 2015, 7:00 p.m. Pine County Courthouse, Pine City, Minnesota Chair Hallan called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. Present were Commissioners Josh Mohr, Steve Chaffee and Matt Ludwig. Commissioner Rossow was absent (excused). Also present were County Attorney Reese Frederickson, County Sheriff Jeff Nelson and County Administrator David Minke. Also present were elected representatives from the cities of Pine City, Rock Creek, and Sandstone, and Rick Olseen from Congressman Nolan’s office. The pledge of allegiance was said. Those present introduced themselves. Sheriff Nelson provided an overview of Emergency Management and the group discussed roles and responsibilities. The cities are going to verify who they have appointed as the city emergency managers and get the names to Denise Baran in the Sheriff’s office. The county will follow up with information on electronic notification systems such as Code Red. The group discussed legislative issues, projects and initiatives in each jurisdiction including roads, economic development, trails, and the hospital development in Sandstone. With no further business, Chair Hallan adjourned the meeting at 8:35 p.m. The next meeting will be September 22, 2015 at 7:00 p.m. at the Pine County Courthouse, Pine City, Minnesota. Stephen M. Hallan, Chair Pine County Board of Commissioners David J. Minke, County Administrator Clerk to Pine County Board of Commissioners Published in the Pine City Pioneer on May 21, 2015
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Paredez I Inmer and Natalie Paredez of P Pine City are happy to ann nounce the birth of their son, O Oscar Obeniel Paredez. Oscar w was born April 30, 2015, weighiing seven pounds, nine ounces, a and measuring 19 inches long. P Proud grandparents are Randy a and Wendy Johnson of Pine C City, Magdaleno Martinez of K Kansas City, Kansas, and Josefin na Paredez Perez of Santa Cruz, F Frontera, Guatemala.
Grant and Isabelle Jeanson celebrate the ice coming off the lake, and will no doubt be ready to jump right in when the the thermometer climbs a few degrees.
Naylor T Tanner Lynn Naylor was born o on April 20, 2015 at FirstLight Health System. She weighed sseven pounds, two ounces a and was 20 inches long. Her parents are Rochelle McKellar a and Keith Naylor of Hinckley. T Tanner is welcomed home by ssiblings Kevin McKellar, 6, and S Serenity Naylor, 19 months. Her grandparents are Tim McKellar of Brook Park, Kelly Miller of Beroun, James and Diana Naylor of Illinois.
Barnes Twins Alliyah Hazel and Lilly Jean Barnes were born on May 6, 2015 at FirstLight Health System. Alliyah weighed four pounds, 14 ounces and was 18-1/2 inches long. Lilly was four pounds, 3-1/2 ounces and was 17-1/2 inches long. The girls’ parents are Jay Barnes and Donetta Ritchie of Brook Park. Alliyah and Lilly are welcomed home by siblings Shaun Ritchie, Tayla Ritchie and Braiden Barnes. Their grandparents are Donald Weisbrod of McGrath and Loretta Garsky of Blaine.
Segelstrom Zander Edwin Segelstrom was born on April 12, 2015 at FirstLight Health System. He weighed eight pounds, 13 ounces and was 21-1/2 inches long. His parents are Eva Belsheim and Chris Segelstrom of Brook Park. Zander is welcomed home by big brother Jackson, 2. His grandparents are Dwight and Patti Belsheim of Mora, and Darrell and Debbie Segelstrom of Mora.
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COLLEGE AWARD Justin Carlson has received the 2015 Student Leadership Award from the Uni versity of Minnesota’s College of Food, Agricultural and Na tural Resource Sciences Alumni Society. Carlson is an acti ve member in the Department of Food Science and Nutrition (FSCN) and a mentor to his fellow students. As a member of the American Society of Nutrition, Car lson represented CFANS and the FSCN de partment at the Experimental Biology conference in A pril 2014 as an elected presenter. He was r ecently appointed the Ad vocacy Chair
of the American Dia betes Association while serving as a Young Professional Leadership Committee Member , and serves as the acting Communication Committee Chair for the Minnesota Institute of Food Technologists (MN IFT). He instructed Advanced Human Nutrition within the de partment when one of his pr ofessors was on a semester lea ve, and created a positive learning environment for his students . His nominator notes that Carlson is always willing to go the extra mile for someone and has inspired many students to become more active and involved.
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STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF PINE Case Type: Contract and Mortgage Foreclosure DISTRICT COURT TENTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT Court File No. 58-CV-09-706 Stearns Bank, N.A., a Minnesota Banking Corporation, Plaintiff, v. Jane A. Burnes-Leverenz aka Jane A. Burnes Leverenz aka Jane A. Burnes aka Jane Leverenz aka Jane Burnes aka Jane A Leverenz, Leva M. Leverenz, Jozie R. Leverenz, and Kevin Hofstad, Defendants. SHERIFF’S NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that under and by virtue of Order for Judgment and Judgment in the above entitled action dated March 31, 2015, a certified copy of which has been delivered to me, I, the undersigned Sheriff of Pine County, Minnesota, will sell at public auction, in separate parcels, to the highest bidder, on the 25th day of June, 2015, at 10:00 a.m. in the office of the Pine County Sheriff, Pine County Courthouse, Room 100, 635 Northridge Drive NW, Pine City, MN 55063, the real estate located in Pine County, Minnesota, described as: Parcel 1 Lot 16, of Auditor’s Subdivision of Government Lot 2, Section 22, Township 39 North, Range 21 West, Pine County, Minnesota. Parcel 2 All that part of Government Lot 2, in Section 22, Township 39, Range 21, Pine County, Minnesota, described as follows: Commencing
at an iron monument at the southwest corner of Lot 9, of Auditor’s Subdivision of said Government Lot 2, and running West on the south line of said Government Lot 2, a distance of 87.8 feet; thence North 12 degrees 20 minutes West 350 feet to point of beginning; thence continuing North 12 degrees 20 minutes West 50 feet; thence East to the Northwest corner of Lot 16, Auditor’s Subdivision of aforesaid Government Lot 2; thence southeasterly 50 feet to the southwest corner of said Lot 16; thence West to the point of beginning, reserving an easement for roadway purposes over the West 30 feet of the above described parcel for the purpose of ingress and egress to the parcels lying North thereof, together with an easement for roadway purposes over a parcel of land 30 feet in width, the westerly line thereof commencing at the Southwest corner of the above described premises, thence South 12 degrees 20 minutes East to the South line of said Government Lot 2. Parcel 3 That part of Government Lot 2; Section 22, Township 39, Range 21, Pine County, Minnesota, described as follows: Commencing at the North Quarter corner of said Section 22, Township 39, Range 21; thence on an assumed bearing of South 1 degree 19 minutes West along the North-South quarter line of said Section 22, a distance of 609.15 feet; thence North 89 degrees 49 minutes 30 seconds East a distance of 1111.80 feet; thence South 1 degree 19 minutes West a distance of 322.26 feet to the point of beginning of the property to be described; thence North 1 degree 19 minutes East a distance of 48.89 feet; thence North 89 degrees 49 minutes 30 seconds East a distance of 176.0 feet to the intersection with Line
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“A”, described below; thence South 12 degrees 20 minutes East along said Line “A” a distance of 50.0 feet; thence South 89 degrees 49 minutes 30 seconds West a distance of 187.8 feet to the point of beginning. AND That part of Government Lot 2, Section 22, Township 39, Range 21, Pine County, Minnesota, described as follows: Commencing at the North Quarter corner of said Section 22, Township 39, Range 21; thence on an assumed bearing of South 1 degree 19 minutes West along the North-South Quarter line of said Section 22 a distance of 609.15 feet; thence North 89 degrees 49 minutes 30 seconds East 1111.80 feet; thence South 1 degree 19 minutes West a distance of 273.37 feet to the point of beginning of the property to be described; thence North 1 degree 19 minutes East a distance of 48.89 feet; thence North 89 degrees 49 minutes 30 seconds East a distance of 164.2 feet to the intersection with Line “A”, described below; thence South 12 degrees 20 minutes East along said Line “A” a distance of 50.0 feet; thence South 89 degrees 49 minutes, 30 seconds West 176.0 feet to the point of beginning. Description of LINE “A”: Commencing at the North Quarter corner of said Section 22; thence on an assumed bearing of South 1 degree 19 minutes West, along the North-South Quarter line of said Section 22, a distance of 609.15 feet; thence North 89 degrees 49 minutes 30 seconds East a distance of 1221.8 feet to an existing iron monument and the point of beginning of Line “A”; thence South 12 degrees 20 minutes East 800 feet and Line “A” there terminating. Said sales will be made to satisfy amounts adjudged and due plaintiff and described in the Order for Judgment and Judgment dated March 31, 2015, against defendants Jane A. Burnes-Leverenz, a/k/a Jane A. Burnes, a/k/a Jane A. Burnes Leverenz, a/k/a Jane A. Leverenz, a/k/a Jane Burnes, a/k/a Jane Leverenz, in the amount of $810,580.38; and against Leva M. Leverenz and Jozie R. Leverenz, jointly and severally, in the amount of $524,754.67, plus interest, costs and disbursements as allowed by the Order for Judgment and Judgment, and subject to redemption by the mortgagors, their personal representatives or assigns, within six (6) months from the date of confirmation of the sheriff’s sale. The sale does not include any interest of Jane A. Burnes-Leverenz, a/k/a Jane A. Burnes, a/k/a Jane
A. Burnes Leverenz, a/k/a Jane A. Leverenz, a/k/a Jane Burnes, a/k/a Jane Leverenz, in any real estate therein. 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, THE COUNTY RECORDER AND/OR THE REGISTRAR OF TITLES 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. PINE COUNTY By /s/ Jeff Nelson Sheriff Jeff Nelson [Printed Name] Sheriff/Deputy Dated: May 1, 2015 Attorney for Plaintiff: Shawn M. Dunlevy (#123626) Fryberger, Buchanan, Smith & Frederick, P.A. 302 West Superior Street, Suite 700 Duluth, MN 55802 (218) 725-6841 Published in the Pine City Pioneer on May 7, 14, 21, 28, June 4 and 11, 2015 STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF PINE Case Type: Contract and Mortgage Foreclosure DISTRICT COURT TENTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT Court File No. 58-CV-09-706 Stearns Bank, N.A., a Minnesota Banking Corporation, Plaintiff, v. Jane A. Burnes-Leverenz aka Jane A. Burnes Leverenz aka Jane A. Burnes aka Jane Leverenz aka Jane Burnes aka Jane A Leverenz, Leva M. Leverenz, Jozie R. Leverenz, and Kevin Hofstad, Defendants. SHERIFF’S NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that under and by virtue of Order
for Judgment and Judgment in the above entitled action dated March 31, 2015, a certified copy of which has been delivered to me, I, the undersigned Sheriff of Pine County, Minnesota, will sell at public auction, in separate parcels, to the highest bidder, on the 25th day of June, 2015, at 10:00 a.m. in the office of the Pine County Sheriff, Pine County Courthouse, Room 100, 635 Northridge Drive NW, Pine City, MN 55063, the real estate located in Pine County, Minnesota, described as: Parcel 4 That part of Lots 1 and 2, Block 19, Original Townsite of Pine City, Pine County, Minnesota, described as follows: Commencing at a point on the north line of said Lot 1, distant 50.63 feet East of the northwest corner of said Lot 1 (the north line of said Lot 1 having an assumed bearing of North 89 degrees 37 minutes 54 seconds East); thence South 0 degrees 03 minutes 12 seconds West a distance of 51.55 feet; thence North 89 degrees 39 minutes 10 seconds East a distance of 15.16 feet to the point of beginning of the property to be described; thence South 0 degrees 22 minutes 54 seconds East, parallel with the east line of said Block 19, a distance of 22.69 feet; thence North 89 degrees 39 minutes 10 seconds East a distance of 9.00 feet; thence South 0 degrees 22 minutes 54 seconds East, parallel with said east line, a distance of 26.25 feet to the south line of said Lot 2; thence easterly, along said south line, to the southeast corner of said Lot 2; thence northerly, along said east line, to the northeast corner of said Lot 2; thence westerly a distance of 85.01 feet to the point of beginning. Parcel 5 Lot 17, of Auditor’s Subdivision of Government Lot 2, Section 22, Township 39 North, Range 21 West, Pine County, Minnesota. Parcel 6 All that part of Government Lot 2, in Section 22, Township 39, Range 21, Pine County, Minnesota, described as follows: Commencing at an Iron monument at the southwest corner of Lot 9, of Auditor’s Subdivision of said Government Lot 2, and running West on the south line of said Government Lot 2, a distance of 87.8 feet; thence North 12 degrees 20 minutes West 400 feet to the point of beginning; thence continuing North 12 degrees 20 minutes West 50 feet; thence East to the Northwest corner of Lot 17, Auditor’s Subdivision of aforesaid Government Lot 2; thence south-
easterly 50 feet to the southwest corner of said Lot 17; thence West to the point of beginning. Said sales will be made to satisfy amounts adjudged and due plaintiff and described in the Order for Judgment and Judgment dated March 31, 2015, against defendants Jane A. Burnes-Leverenz, a/k/a Jane A. Burnes, a/k/a Jane A. Burnes Leverenz, a/k/a Jane A. Leverenz, a/k/a Jane Burnes, a/k/a Jane Leverenz, in the amount of $810,580.38; and against Leva M. Leverenz and Jozie R. Leverenz, jointly and severally, in the amount of $524,754.67, plus interest, costs and disbursements as allowed by the Order for Judgment and Judgment, and subject to redemption by the mortgagors, their personal representatives or assigns, within six (6) months from the date of confirmation of the sheriff’s sale. 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, THE COUNTY RECORDER AND/OR THE REGISTRAR OF TITLES 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. PINE COUNTY By /s/ Jeff Nelson Sheriff Jeff Nelson [Printed Name] Sheriff/Deputy Dated: May 1, 2015 Attorney for Plaintiff: Shawn M. Dunlevy (#123626) Fryberger, Buchanan, Smith & Frederick, P.A. 302 West Superior Street, Suite 700 Duluth, MN 55802 (218) 725-6841 Published in the Pine City Pioneer on May 7, 14, 21, 28, June 4 and 11, 2015
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Wanted: Line Cook Nights & Weekends a must. Apply within or contact Karen 320.629.9979 Wanted- Laborer on pole-shed construction, no exper. Necessary, long hrs., heavy lifting, able to do heights. Some travel. Call 9am-6pm 320629-3204 or email lspetersonconst@ gmail.com
AUTO MECHANIC WANTED • Experienced • Reliable • References Stop in to apply:
Mora Auto Service 824 S. Union Mora, MN 320-679-4379
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154 EMPLOYMENT
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OTR Truck Drivers! Starting pay is 40 cents per mile plus bonus. Benefits available, home weekly.
218-768-5008 or Curt at 218-820-8555
157 EMPLOYMENT PART TIME TEMPORARY AIS WATERCRAFT INSPECTOR Pine County is taking applications for a Temporary AIS Watercraft Inspector. Please see the county website at www.co.pine.mn.us for more details.
301 FARM MISC. MISC. 9' Disc 3pt. $400. 10' harrow 3pt. $200. 2-4 row cultivator $175. Back blades 6-7' $170. 12 bale forks buckets $70+. Corn blower 5' $300. 40 trailers, 4'-24'. Iron, pipe, tools. 1970 Ford 600, 850, 14' dump trucks- gas (Qty. 5) $600+. Offers. 651464-2095. Wyoming.
368 APPLIANCES Very Lrg 2 door Servel gas refrig. Full size top freezer. $500/b.o. 651-238-1512
404 GARAGE SALES
406 SALES Buy & Sell Old Records Vinyl, LPs 45s,Cassettes,stereos CDs Go Johnny Go 4775 Banning Av White Bear Lake M-F 1-8 Sat 10-4 612-735-1643
452 RENTALS RESIDENTIAL Pine City- nice 2BR apartments, great location, $675-upper, $695-lower, +electric. Laundry on-site. No dogs. 651-983-5771. TOWNHOUSE FOR RENT One level Townhouse for rent. $850.00 a month. Lawn care and driveway snow removal included. Utilities not included. 2 bedrooms, 1 and 1/2 baths, appliances, washer, dryer, 2 car attached garage in a quiet cul-de-sac. Osceola Wisconsin phone: 651-235-9226
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500 HOBBY FARMS
SPORTSMAN'S PARADISE! 80 ACRES Custom 4-bedroom, 3bath two-story home within easy commute of the Twin Cities on I35 and Highway 65 in north metro. Secluded property sits within minutes of eight great fishing lakes, with 30 acres tillable, balance wooded, wildlife habitat and large private pond. Hunt deer, pheasant, turkey, duck, geese and more on your own land out your back door. 2,878 square feet finished with gourmet kitchen, walk-in pantry, luxury master suite, bonus room and more. Contact the Chris Fritch Team with Keller Williams Classic Realty 763-746-3997
Assisted Living - Scandia House
Now accepting Applications Contact us at: 320-360-1223 ken@scandiaseniorcare.com
9055 Hwy. 23, east of Brook Park
Qualifications: MN Certified Early Childhood Education Description: Part-time 9 hours per week for 24 weeks throughout the school year. Starting Date: August 31, 2015 Application Deadline: May 28, 2015 Apply Online: http://www.applitrack.com/pinecity/onlineapp/
SERVER BUSSER CASHIER HOSTESS ICE CREAM SHOPPE PANTRY • References required with our application • Year round - variable hours • Weekends & evenings required • Competitive wages plus tips • Benefits may include vacation pay, employee discounts, and profit sharing, medical, dental, vision, life and Flex Plans
D&N Trucking is looking for FT OTR drivers with 2 years verifiable exp., 23 years of age and a satisfactory MVR. We have FL and West runs, 8-10 days out with 3-4 days off; Midwest Runs, 3-4 days out and 2-3 days off and part-time available. Benefits, Paid Vacation, and Bonus available. Please call Jamie or Jeff at 763-389-4816 or 800-247-3851. www.dntruck.com
We are looking for energetic, positive, outgoing, self-motivated individuals. Applications available at;
Tobies Restaurant Hinckley, MN 320-384-6174
Pine City Public Schools has the following opening: High School Secretary, Pine City Jr/Sr High
General Office Position Part-time
Qualifications: High school diploma, or GED; one year previous office experience Starting Date: August 31, 2015 Application Deadline: June 3, 2015 Apply Online:
If you have the talent to work on multiple tasks, are skilled with computers, offer excellent, friendly customer service and seek part-time work, we have an immediate opening for you.
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Help Wanted
Qualifications: MN Certified elementary teaching license required. Starting Date: August 26, 2015 Application Deadline: May 28, 2015 Apply Online: http://www.applitrack.com/pinecity/onlineapp/
Immediate Extrusion Openings!
Operators Needed
Masterson Staffing Solutions is proud to announce a staffing partnership with Andersen Corporation in North Branch, MN. Andersen Windows, Inc. is a part of Andersen Corporation; the largest window and door manufacturer in North America. The company is known for its strong history of commitment to its business partners, employees, community and environmental stewardship.
Andersen employs 9,000 people. We now have entry level machine operator positions available on multiple shifts. Manufacturing exp. preferred. Must be able to pass a drug screen, & background/ education check. Competitive wages, and regular performance evaluations. Masterson Staffing Solutions is EEO/ AA Please stop into Masterson Staffing Solutions for immediate consideration.
Wyoming Office 26685 Fallbrook Ave Wyoming, MN 55092 651-462-5226
Pine City Public Schools has the following opening: Special Education Teacher 1 FTE starting 2015-16 school year, Pine City Jr/Sr high Qualifications: MN Certified special education teaching license, all licenses encouraged to apply. Description: Special Education instruction and case management. Some instruction in a Behavior setting three. Starting Date: August 26, 2015 Apply Online: http://www.applitrack.com/pinecity/onlineapp/
Provide Care, Inc. is hiring staff for direct care positions working with Vulnerable Adults in Adult Foster Homes. • 1 FT “Float” position to work in many different homes as needed. MUST BE VERY FLEXIBLE & willing to work any shifts. Starting wage $11.66. • Awake overnight positions North Branch & Wyoming. Starting wage $12.19. • Part-time evening & e/o wknd positions in Pine City, North Branch, Rush City, Cambridge & Lindstrom. Starting wage $10.60. • Full-time evening & e/o wknd positions open in North Branch, Pine City & Wyoming. Starting wage $10.60. $.50 raise after 90 day probation. Excellent benefits package for FT employees: medical/dental/life insurance, paid time off, 401k, Health & Wellness package. Fill out an application online at www.providecare.com or at the office, 5842 Old Main St., Ste. 1, North Branch. Must have a current driver’s license, car ins. and reliable vehicle, high school diploma/GED. Must pass a criminal background check and drug test.
This position is approximately 16 hours per week and includes front desk reception, answering phones, as well as other administrative work. Word processing and proofing skills are necessary. Position also includes some newspaper production duties, which we will teach. Send Resume To: Mike Gainor, Pine City Pioneer editor@pinecitymn.com
Pine City Public Schools has the following opening: Elementary Classroom-Teacher 5th Grade, Pine City Elementary
Asst. Gambling Manager
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Scandia House of Mora, Isle & Pine City
This position consists of providing support to the Gambling Manager. Must follow policies and procedures of MN Gambling Control & Flames by-laws, and assist with monitoring various accounts. Individual must possess high level of verbal communication and math skills, be flexible, highly organized, and have good time management skills. Job Requirements: Valid Driver License & Insurance, Clean background & bondable, knowledge of Excel preferred. This position will be Part-time Weekends (Primarily mornings) – Fri, Sat. & Sun. (One weekend off per month) 10-15/hrs per week. $10/hr starting and mileage reimbursement. Review in 6 months
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For sale, Pine City, MN. Townhome, 2BR/1 bath, one level, corner lot, insul. Garage, 55+ community. Dues include yard/snow maintenance. $129,900. Avail. June 15, call 320-279-1829
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GARAGE SALE
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Students take the lead at concerts (top) Pine City High School senior William Woulfe was allowed to take over the podium during the Senior High Pops Concert on May 8 and conduct his peers in performance. (left) The chorus put in a colorful and enthusiastic performance at the new Pine City High School Auditorium on May 14, with a rousing rendition of Bon Jovi and Led Zeppelin classics, and an emotional reprise of ‘Imagine,’ a song the seniors first performed as seventh graders.
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