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Farmers’ Market finds new home BY MIKE GAINOR EDITOR@PINECITYMN.COM
The Pine City Farmers’ Market opens up for business on June 12, and organizers are excited for the possibilities offered by their new permanent location at the Pine County Fairgrounds on Highway 61. “We did it originally just because there was construction in Robinson Park,” said Farmer’s Market Board Member Barb Videen. “But the vendors got to r eally like it because they’re so much more visible. It was really a smooth move. “It was hard to m ake that decision, because the park was such a pretty area to be in,” Videen continued. “But it was just something we had to do. And once it was there, Barb Videen people found us. We may Pine City Farmers’ Market have lost a few customers, but then we got a lot more new ones who were just driving around and saw us.” She and the other market organizers are looking forward to a ll the fresh, healthy food options offered at the market, but noted that shoppers shouldn’t expect to see tables loaded with
‘I love rhubarb, and then all the fresh herbs seem to be coming out, so that’s my favorite thing to do in spring.’
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Getting airborne at the Rural School A young competitor puts everything he’s got into a toss over the roof of the Rural School in Pine City during a June 2 game of ‘Annie Annie Over.’ The old games find a new audience at the school, which has taught generations of youngsters what life was like back in the early days of Pine City.
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City, school work toward parking solution BY HENRY FISCHER NEWS@PINECITYMN.COM
Pine City School District and Pine City officials agreed to continue working together on a plan to p rovide adequate parking space at Pine City High School while assuring pedestrian safety. Last week the city council voted to deny the school district’s request for a conditional use permit to use the former car dealership lot for overflow parking at Pine City High School, since the school district is in violation of a variance is-
sued by the city in 2013. So a committee of school and city officials will continue to meet in an effort to hammer out a mutually agreeable solution. The city requires the school district to have 600 paved parking spots at Pine City High School. Currently, the school district has just under 400 spots, including areas with a gravel surface. “Our parking demands remain the same as they have been for decades,” Superintendent Wayne Gilman said. “Since our auditorium has a m uch
smaller capacity than the gym, our architects and SEH (the city’s engineer) studied our parking and determined that it was sufficient for our needs. For many years we have used the car dealership lot for overflow parking. Now we own and maintain the car dealership lot but the city won’t allow us to use the lot for parking under any circumstances though it easily holds over 200 parking spots. We have even offered to build a crosswalk/sidewalk and provide a shuttle bus to cross the highway any time we
use the car dealership lot for parking. Gilman noted that the parking area at the city’s softball fields was used during high school graduation, along with shuttle buses that transported people from the Hurley Street location to the school’s front door. He suggested that a similar arrangement could work for using the former car dealership property across Highway 61, augmented by a crosswalk with crossing guards. SEE PARKING, PAGE 9
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New track construction now underway BY MIKE GAINOR EDITOR@PINECITYMN.COM
Construction has now begun on the new track at Pine City High School. School board members approved a l ease purchase agreement on the principal of $ 423,950. Jeff Seeley with Ehlers Investment Partners told Pine City School Board members on May 11 that annual payments will be $35,890, and that total payments, including principal and interest, will come in at around $538,000 over 15 years. The school board will use its lease levy authority to pay for construction of the track. Lease levy authority allows school boards to impose a tax levy on the district – without a referendum – i n order to expand school facilities by up to 20 percent. The project cost (without interest) was estimated at around $300,000 in October, and those estimates rose to $ 394,000 in January after the preliminary track evaluation from Larson Engineering, Inc. was completed. Bids for work on the project were approved at the March and April school board meetings bringing the costs up to $423,950. According to d ocuments prepared by Ehlers Investment Partners, the estimated tax impact of
the track levy on a $100,000 home will come in at about $3 per year, while for a $200,000 residential home the tax impact would be about $8 per year. For a commercial property worth $500,000, additional taxes are estimated at $40 per year. The project includes removal of t he existing rubber surfacing and installing a n ew 1/2 inch thick black polyurethane and rubber base mat. The new surface is expected to last up to 18 years. Pavement in the track and high jump area will be replaced with three inches of new bituminous pavement. The long jump area will be reconstructed with dual runways and landing pits with a c oncrete border and a four-foot wide concrete runway with new take-off boards. The pole vault area will have runways extending to a c entral landing pit area consisting of a four-foot wide concrete runway with new aluminum pole boxes. Other project costs included engineering design, construction administration services, a topographic survey and geotechnical evaluation. Demolition of the existing track is set to begin in early June, just after the end of t he 2014-15 school year. Construction is scheduled to end on Aug. 21, before the beginning of the 2015-16 school year.
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A woman was airlifted to a Minneapolis hospital after being ejected from her SUV during a single-vehicle rollover crash on Interstate 35 near Pine City this past Saturday, June 6. The Minnesota State Patrol reported that at 4:30 a.m. on June 6 a 19 98 Mercury Mountaineer driven by Danna A. Griffy, 26, of Burlington, Iowa was heading southbound on I-35 from Willow River. As she was approaching the 168 mile marker near Pine City, Griffy swerved to avoid an animal in the road, lost control of the vehicle and went off the roadway into the center median, rolling the Mountaineer. She was not wearing her seatbelt, and was ejected from the vehicle. Three passengers were also in the vehicle during the crash. All made it through the accident without apparent injuries. All were wearing seatbelts. The Minnesota State Patrol and the Pine County Sheriff’s Office responded to the crash. Griffy was airlifted to N orth Memorial Hospital in Minneapolis with injuries described by the state patrol as non life-threatening. No alcohol was detected in her system.
Charges filed against hit-andrun suspect BY MIKE GAINOR EDITOR@PINECITYMN.COM
Criminal charges have now been filed against Darren M. Zigas, 42, the Circle Pines man accused of c ausing a hit and run on May 15, fleeing the scene, then threatening law enforcement in an armed standoff that lasted for an hour. According to the criminal complaint filed in Pine County Court, Zigas allegedly swerved into and hit three vehicles on Highway 35 before pulling off onto Highway 70 and striking two other vehicles, causing one crash with an injury. Zigas fled his car on foot and ran to a farm pond. He stood in the pond wielding a knife as Minnesota State Patrol troopers and Pine County deputies approached. The criminal complaint states that Zigas told the officers to shoot him, and several times started to make a charge out of the 4-5 foot deep water before going back in. The officers saw Zigas take the knife and cut his own arms, and several times appeared to be trying to cut his stomach area. The officers told Zigas they were there to help him and pleaded with him to surrender. Zigas swore at them, and said at one point that he had taken drugs. After nearly an hour in the water Zigas was becoming visibly more exhausted, and after he came closer to shore an officer got a rope around the suspect and pulled him to the edge of the pond. Another officer then used a taser to subdue Zigas. The suspect’s arms and legs were cut deeply, and he was bandaged and taken by helicopter to North Memorial Hospital. Zigas was charged on May 26 on 10 counts: second degree assault with a dangerous weapon, terroristic threats, obstruction, criminal vehicular operation, reckless driving and four charges involving failing to stop and notify of a personal injury after a crash. Zigas has a long criminal history with over 20 convictions for burglary, methamphetamine, check forgery, domestic assault and more going back to 1991, including eight prior felony convictions. Pine County Attorney Reese Frederickson said that additional charges may be filed against Zigas depending on the result of a blood screen for alcohol and illegal drugs.
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Conflict managers help solve problems This is the 22nd year Pine City Elementary 5th Grade Conflict Managers have assisted students to peacefully solve their problems during recess time. This year’s Conflict Managers volunteered over 273 hours and helped students in grades K-4 solve 92 conflicts. (Back row) Madisen Berglund, Maddy Johnson, Kira Jahnz, Jared Juhl, Levi Dee, Rhaya Merrick, Robert Eckert. (Middle Row) Willow-Rai Hart, Brynna Reiser, Jocelyn Currie, Mason Rydberg, Oliver Yehlik, Sam James. (Front Row) Meaghan Macho, Hailee Rydberg, Chloe Gerner, Mason Mikyska, Ruby Nutter, Carissa Nascene. Ariel Schneider and Mattie Gilman are not pictured.
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JUNE 11 UCare for Seniors
On Thursday, June 11 an informational meeting about UCare for Seniors Medicare health plan options will take place at 11:30 a.m. at the AmericInn, 1877 Frontage Rd., Mora 55051, and at 2 p.m. at the Grand Hinckley Inn (two blocks west of the casino), 777 Lady Luck Dr., Hinckley 55037. To r egister for the free sessions, for additional dates and locations or other information, call 877-523-1518 (toll free) or visit www.ucare.org.
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door prizes as well as awards for “Best Glow Individual” and “Best Glow Group.” Visit www. pineems.org for details and registration forms.
Wildflower Walk
Venture into the Fish Lake Wildlife Area in search of Wild Lupine and Karner Blue Butterflies on Saturday, June 13, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Meet in the visitor center at Crex Meadows in Grantsburg, Wisconsin and carpool to the property, led by Friends Of Crex member, Alan Roelfs. Call 715-463-2739 or visit www.crexmeadows.org to learn more.
Farmers’ Market opens
The Pine City Farmers’ Market begins on Friday, June 12, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at their now permanent location at the Pine County Fairgrounds in Pine City. The Farmers’ Market runs every Friday and Saturday through the end of October. For more information, and to find out about special events and what types of produce will be available, visit “Pine City Farmers’ Market” on Facebook.
Fight sex trafficking
A free, informational seminar about sex trafficking will take place at the Chisago County Courthouse in Center City on Friday, June 12 from 8:30-10:30 a.m. The training will cover the dynamics of sex trafficking, how to i dentify and work with victims, and the Safe Harbor/ No Wrong Door model and resources. Open to the public, but RSVPs are requested; email kimh@familypathways.org.
JUNE 14 Rush City Fly-in/Drive-in
The annual Rush City Regional Airport Fly-in/Drive-in will take place on Sunday, June 14 beginning at 8 a .m. with the Rush City Lions pancake breakfast. Throughout the day there will be plane and helicopter rides, classic cars and tractors, remote control airplanes, a rock climbing wall, a t raveling aircraft museum, food and fun for all ages. Visit www.rushcitymn. us or call 320-358-4743 for more information.
JUNE 15 Quilt design program
On Monday, June 15 t he public is invited to a f ree presentation by internationally known speaker and quilt designer, Jodi Barrows, at First Lutheran Church, Rush City, at 7 p.m. Refreshments will be served. For information, call 320-629-3710.
PCftA Gallery opening
The Pine Center for the Arts June gallery display will feature the artwork of L arry Ehrlich. A free, special “Art After Work” reception will be held on Friday, June 12 from 4 - 7 p .m. at Pine Center for the Arts, 265 5th St. SE, downtown Pine City. The public is invited for appetizers and an opportunity to meet the artist. Call 320-629-4924 or become a f an on Facebook for more information.
‘Café Accordion’ at Art in the Park
The Pine City Arts Council invites the community to enjoy a visit to Paris, France with “Café Accordion” at Art in The Park on Friday, June 12, 6:30 p.m., at Robinson Park in downtown Pine City. The Boy Scouts will begin serving cheeseburgers and ice cream at 5:30 p.m.
JUNE 13 Pine EMS ‘Get Up & Glow’ 5K
The public is invited to t he Pine EMS fundraiser “Get Up & Glow” 5K walk/run and spaghetti dinner at the Pine City Armory on Saturday, June 13. Dinner is from 4-7 p.m. followed by the walk/run beginning at dusk (10 p.m.). There will be
JUNE 16 Dragon Wagon summer schedule
The Dragon Wagon, a t raveling bus that brings free preschool reading activities throughout the area, will make regular scheduled stops in Pine City every Tuesday beginning June 16 through Aug. 11 (no Dragon Wagon July 21) at the following locations: Robinson Park, 11 a.m. to noon; Pine City public beach, 12:15 to 1 p .m.; Pine Terrace mobile home park, 1:15 to 2 p .m. Call 320-629-4030 with questions, or visit dragonwagon578 on Facebook.
Safe Sitter course
A Safe Sitter course for kids ages 11-13 will take place on Tuesday, June 16 at the Pine City High School 7th grade commons from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. The course teaches skills to safely care for children from infant to school age. Class size is limited. For questions or to register, call Pine City Community Education at 320-629-4030.
ECRAC Biennial Plan meeting
The East Central Regional Arts Council (ECRAC) will present their Biennial Plan for FY 2016-2017 at a public meeting
on Tuesday, June 16, 7 p .m., at 112 Main Ave. S. in Braham to obtain feedback and comments from the public. If unable to attend this meeting, but wish to comment, request a copy of t he plan by calling 320-396-2337, or email: info@ecrac.org.
JUNE 17 Story Time and ‘Pause to Learn’
On Wednesday, June 17, it’s Story Time at 10 a.m. at the Pine City Public Library for children ages 3-5 (siblings are also welcome), followed at 11:15 a.m. by the “Pause to Learn” special presentation, “Trick or Tweet,” with the Department of Natural Resources for K-6 graders. All activities are free and open to the public. Stop by the library or call 320-629-6403 for more information.
Pine County Genealogy Society
On Wednesday June 17, the Pine County Genealogy Society will meet at Jan and Gary’s Restaurant in Sandstone for Dutch lunch at noon, and then a program on family reunions. Members will share experiences of a sp ecial reunion, sponsoring and/or working on a reunion, bringing genealogical charts, photographs, fabric for an album quilt, etc. A ll people interested in doing family research are invited. Email Janis at redwingersgen@ earthlink. net with any questions.
Book signing and dragonfly art
Local author Mari Ringness will be having a book signing for her children’s book, The Dragonfly Club, at the Pine City Public Library on Wednesday, June 17 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. In addition to signing books, there will also be a dragonfly art project for students. Email mringness@northbranch.k12.mn.us with any questions.
JUNE 19 ‘Jolly Zuks’ at Art in the Park
The Pine City Arts Council invites the community to enjoy the old time music of the “Jolly Zuks” in memory of Marge Perron at Art in The Park on Friday, June 19, 6 :30 p.m., at Robinson Park in downtown Pine City. The Pine Area Lions will begin serving walking tacos at 5:30 p.m.
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JUNE 20 ‘ART SATURDAY’ in Mora
ART SATURDAY goes outdoors on Saturday, June 20, in Ruthanne Tealander’s gardens at 2241 260th Ave. N., Mora. Start the day at 9:30 a.m. learning Haiku poetry with Rex Lindberg or container gardening with Ruthanne. At 12:30 p.m., join Kathy Hovland for “Plein Aire” sketching, or work on photography skills with Dee Kotaska and Rex Lindberg. Preregistration is recommended; email artfreesme@ gmail.com or call Lauri at 651-224-2319.
‘Oh, you beautiful doll’ tea and program
The Pine County History Museum is hosting a doll show and tea on Saturday, June 20, 2-4 p.m. Participants are encouraged to bring a doll to show and children are welcome to attend. Enjoy refreshments, doll displays, a p rogram, music and door prizes. RSVP by June 13 to H. Clarke at 320-629-1125 or PCHM at 320-216-7636. Free will donations are accepted.
JUNE 21 Old Town Gospel Choir
Old Town Gospel Choir from Luleå, Sweden, directed by Emma Johansson, will perform at Cambridge Lutheran Church, 4 p.m., Sunday, June 21. Founded by Emma’s father, Lennart Johansson, Minister of Music in the Swedish Lutheran Church, the Old Town Gospel Choir performance is open to the public; a free-will offering will be collected to su pport the efforts of t he choir. Email aever13696@ aol. com with any questions.
JUNE 22 Red Cross swimming lesson sign up
Registration is open for Red Cross swimming lessons at the Pine City public beach. The first session is Monday, June 22 through Friday, June 26. Additional sessions take place beginning July 6, July 20 and Aug. 3. For registration forms or more information, visit pinecity.govoffice.com, or call City Hall at 320-629-2575 ext. 109.
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THURSDAY 6/11 TOPS-Take Off Pounds Sensibly: Pine City Library Community Room, 4:30-5:30 p.m. NAMI peer and family support: Cambridge Medical Ctr., 6:30 p.m. Teen AA/NA: 6:30 p.m., Teen Focus Center, Rush City Pine City VFW Auxiliary: Pine City, VFW Post #4258, 6:30 p.m. Al-Anon: 7:30 p.m., Pine City, Our Redeemer Lutheran Church SUNDAY 6/14 AA (Big Book study): Evangelical Free Church, 7 p.m. Pine City Civic Center Board: Pine City ALC building, 8 p.m. MONDAY 6/15 Celebrate Recovery: Pine City, Journey North Church, 6 p.m. AA: 7:30 p.m., Our Redeemer Lutheran Church TUESDAY 6/16 Pine County Board: Pine City, Pine County Courthouse, 10 a.m. Pine City VFW: Pine City, VFW Post #4258, 7:30 p.m. WEDNESDAY 6/17 Woodcarving club: Askov, 9 a.m. Pine Co. History Museum Focus on Ability: 1:30 p.m., Chisago Co. Snr. Ctr., North Branch Pine City Toastmasters: 7 p.m., Pine City VFW Hall AA: 8 p.m., Rock Creek Community Center
SENIOR DINING June 15 - 19 Monday: Spaghetti noodles, tomato meat sauce, green beans, garlic bread Tuesday: Chicken caesar salad: chicken and romaine, breadstick, fruit cocktail, cereal bar Wednesday: Meatloaf, baked potato, creamed peas, wheat bread, cantaloupe Thursday: Summer picniccheeseburger on a bun with fried onions, potato wedges, watermelon, ice cream Friday: Oven roasted chicken, whipped potatoes w/gravy, dilled carrots, wheat dinner roll, mixed 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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‘I get most of my business through...’ One of our advertisers stopped by the office the other day to renew his ad and tweak it a bit. As he was leaving he said a sentence which made our account executives Sharon and Brenda smile all afternoon. “I get most of my business through your paper,” he said. That was gratifying to hear. I mean, we all know that newspaper advertising works, but it was just plain satisfying to hear that people are having such good success with it. I think a lot of people have exEditor’s perimented with different ways promoting their business, Soapbox of selling items, renting property or looking for employees, but Mike they’ve found that the response they get from advertising in the Gainor newspaper is better than anything else out there. I know people who’ve tried selling things on Craigslist but come back to the newspaper classifieds because they just work. I mentioned recently that I’m a l ucky editor, and here’s another big reason – we live in a town where people really care about what goes in their paper, and value what it does for Pine City. Facebook is great for the latest rumors, but to keep up with the facts, to know what’s really happening in town there’s nothing like a s olid community newspaper. And we work hard to deliver what you want and what you need every week. But we have to keep getting better at doing it, and hearing from our readers is a big part of that. We appreciate every bit of feedback we get, positive or critical. Please don’t be shy about expressing your opinion. We look forward to hearing from you at 320-629-6771 or editor@pinecitymn. com. And we also welcome your contributions. If you’re out and about where people gather in Pine City and take a g reat photo, send it in by email or tag it on Facebook. There are an awful lot of great graduation parties going on right now, and we can’t go to them all – so send in a shot, and you might just see it in the Pioneer. The other Wednesday the office was closed at lunchtime but I h appened to b e zipping out the door when I noticed a car outside and saw a lovely woman smiling at me. She was waiting patiently for the office to open so she could get her paper hot off the presses. I fi gured she deserved curbside service for being willing to wa it, and after I brought her paper and she paid her $1 we talked a bit. She said she and her husband would always pick up the paper on Wednesday night to talk about it. He has passed away, but she said she enjoys the paper and still loves getting her newsstand copy of t he Pioneer every week. “It’s my Wednesday night thing,” she said. Well, that made my day. Getting, reading and sharing the Pine City newspaper has been a “ thing” for a l ong time now. We’re celebrating 130 years of t he Pioneer in 2015, and we’re starting to put together some ideas for that big birthday. Stay tuned.
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Pine City welcomes all people To the Editor: As I’m sitting at my kitchen table drinking my morning tea and reading the Pioneer, I came across the letter titled “Missing out on an opportunity.” While reading the article, I admittedly became a little irritated but it then turned to a smile. What a world we live in. I have lived in this small town most of my 41 years of life and have seen some amazing things both here and abroad. We blew it? No Barb Fischer, we nailed it. It seems that you missed the two main streets of to wn lined with American flags and the many yards and businesses also decorated to h onor our country and servicemen and women as they pass through our streets. The sign that graces Main Street Pine City shows that we are a diverse community that welcomes all people and embrace the growth that we have and are working for. I don’t see thousands of people moving here either if we limit who is welcome in our town. I am glad that your son is coming home from the Air Force to v isit and hope that his time in the military will teach him what an amazing world we live in that is full of a ll types of p eople. The world is shrinking every day with the advancements in technology and science; at the same time, these advancements are expanding the minds and thinking of o ur youth. Let’s not limit that. Sandra Sparling Pine City
putting on the full armor of God, so that when the day of evil comes, we will be able to stand our ground, and after we have done everything, we will just stand firm (Eph 6:13). Jesus’ words recorded in the last chapter of t he Bible sums it up. “Look, I a m coming soon. My reward is with me, and I will give to each person according to what they have done. I am the Alpha and the Omega, The First and the Last, the Beginning and the End. Blessed are those who wash their robes, that they may have the right to t he tree of l ife and may go t hrough the gates into the city. Outside are the dogs, those who practice magic arts, the sexually immoral, the murderers, the idolaters and everyone who loves and practices falsehood. I, Jesus, have sent my angel to give you this testimony for the churches. I am the Root and the Offspring of David, and the bright Morning Star.” “Yes, I am coming soon.” Rev 22:12-16;20. The really good news is, Jesus said, “Here I a m, I stand at the door and knock. If anyone hears my voice and opens the door, I w ill come in and eat with that person, and they with me.” Rev 3:20. He is still waiting for His children to open the door. On the other hand, to non-Christians, the Words of Jesus mean nothing. Two different worldviews, two different ways of “ Transforming Hearts and Minds” and someday soon, the world will know who really holds the keys and who will be the judge of the living and the dead (2 Tim 4:1-5).
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Reaction depends on who you know To the Editor: After reading the press release in the June 4 i ssue titled “Pride returns to Pine City June 7,” I believe there is a misperception among the Pride organizers. The reaction to the banner in front of the elementary school has not been “quite positive,” but I guess it depends upon who you surround yourself with. Unfortunately, most people will not vocally take a stand and, hence, the non-action is misinterpreted as acceptance. Christians who believe the Word of God is inerrant and true from Genesis 1:1 – Revelation 22:21, are busy
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To the Editor: Oh boy. Here we go again. Another objection to the advertising of the gay pride event in front of the elementary school. If a child reads the sign, it will not make the child gay or a lesbian. I would bet my life on it. So why should this sign cause someone to be displeased about
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Take action to keep Pine City trash-free During a morning bike ride, local resident Lance Furber looked over the Highway 61 bridge where he used to take his daughters fishing when they were young. What he saw there was a fishing spot spoiled by trash and garbage. He returned later that day and picked up a 55 gallon trash bag full of garbage left behind by fishermen. “The irritating thing is that the city has two trash cans located within 25-30 yards of this spot,” Furber noted.
Let’s restore democracy in America BY U.S. CONGRESSMAN RICK NOLAN
It’s about time we change the way we do politics in America - and last week in Washington, we reintroduced our Restore Democracy legislation (H.Res. 298) – a reform blueprint of the best ideas to do just that. Specifically, H.Res. 298 calls on Congress to overturn Citizens United, limit the campaign season, outlaw voter suppression and partisan redistricting and restore the traditional system of ‘ Regular Order’ – s o we can start getting important things done again through the bipartisan committee process, with every bill debated under an open rule, and every amendment given an up or down vote. Ever since the U.S. Supreme Court’s ‘Citizens United’ decision declared that corporations are “people” and money is “free speech,” billions of d ollars in toxic, undisclosed special interest money have been funding negative ads that pollute the airwaves, distort the truth, denigrate the candidates, depress voter turnout and discourage good people from running for office. These negative ads actually undermine
Congress’s ability to ef fectively govern – b ecause many Members feel compelled to sp end their time fundraising to pay for their own ads – with little time left over to find bipartisan solutions to our problems. Recently in Duluth, representatives from reform-minded groups such as Minnesota Public Interest Research Group (MPIRG), Common Cause, the Progressive Change Campaign Committee, Duluth Move to A mend and the Northeast Area Labor Council joined us for a n ews conference and round table discussion as we continue to build momentum for this legislation in Congress and across the nation. Any of t he elements in H.Res. 298 would constitute major reform in and of t hemselves. Taken together, they would bring about a t rue renaissance for our democratic process. Eventually we will win, but make no mistake – Wall Street banks, big corporations and wealthy special interests will continue to fight us every step of the way – as they always do when regular Americans stand up to t hem and demand positive change.
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Hinze property declared ‘Century Farm’ BY TERRY SALMELA NEWS@PINECITYMN.COM
Driving south of Pine City on old Highway 61, travelers have a chance to admire the beautiful rolling land, lake and woodland off to the west, including a picturesque farm that has a white barn with a drive-through hayloft. That farm has just been declared one of Pine County’s Century Farms owned by the Hinze family trust. The farm has been in the Hinze family for over 100 years, thus earning it the distinction of a Minnesota Century Farm. It actually began in 1913 when great grandfather Ernst Hinze purchased 130 acres in Pine Township for $9,000. Current owner Randy Hinze’s great uncle Hubert Hinze farmed the land from 1914 to 1920 before Randy’s grandfather Ernst Hinze took over and farmed
it until 1969. Randy’s father, Leonard Hinze, then farmed it until 1985 when Randy continued the family tradition and has farmed it with his wife Pam until the present time. The house on the farm was actually built in 1880. It is where Randy’s mother Deleanore lives today. An addition was built onto the home on the north side in 1928. The historic barn was built in 1900 with a 24 ft. addition for horses and hay added in 1918. A pipeline milking system was added in 1983 and a calf barn in 1985 to make the barn 140 ft. in length. Today the farm is 720 acres with an additional 32 acres rented. It has always been a dairy farm. Today Randy and Pam milk 40 Holsteins and have another 40 youngstock and several horses. They raise their calves, replacement heif-
ers and sell their bull calves. Randy grows 100 acres of corn for silage and grain – 148 acres of s oybeans, 135 acres of alfalfa and hay, and 60 acres of wheat. The corn, corn silage and hay are fed to t heir herd while the soybeans, wheat and some corn are cash marketed to Peavey, Gavilon elevators in the cities and Burnett Dairy at Grantsburg. Their wheat straw is baled for bedding. Hinzes sell their milk to Land O’ Lakes in Woodbury. They get dairy nutrition and crop management help from Burnett Dairy. Pam works for the Minnesota Department of Education administering special education programs by collecting data for funding. She has taught at Pine Technical College in the past. The Hinzes have four children. Son Nic is in North Dako-
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Twister hits Appleby farm and levels silo 10 Years Ago, 2005 The Pine County commissioners got their first look at the architect’s design for the new government center. The Pine County American Dairy Association announced that the 2005 June Dairy Baby is Bryon Benjamin Blowers. The proud parents are Lisa and Ben Blowers of Hinckley. Bryon was born on June 1. He and his parents are the winners of the dairy gift package. Pine County took the next step toward building a regional airport when the commissioners voted 3-2 to spend $11,500 for a site selection study. A woman from Illinois died in the Kettle River just south of S andstone on June 6. Tammy Lynn Elmendorf, 33, of Talmpico, Illinois was camping with her fiance, Mark Werner, and her seven-year-old son on the Kettle River. Her son was playing with their dog, throwing a toy into the river for it to retrieve. The boy jumped into the Years river to retrieve the toy and slipped in Ago over his head. He called for help. His mother and Werner managed to save Donna the boy before she was caught in the current and drowned. Heath A milk truck driver, Gaeth Wayne Cummings, 57, of Pine City, was killed in an accident at a local dairy farm.
25 Years Ago, 1990
Agriculture officials visited the John Othoudt farm to inspect grasshopper eggs on strawberries. Three years of d rought created ideal conditions for the successful incubation of grasshopper eggs, which are laid in the fall. Othoudt and his partner Phil Swanson grow strawberries as a c ash crop. While cool weather and excessive rain aren’t what humans look forward to in spring, recent weather conditions have helped considerably to keep the population down; it has increased steadily since 1987. Thanks to the Wiedemann family, no longer will the rural school museum in Pine City be dark and cold on cloudy, rainy days. In memory of their mother, Augusta Wiedemann, who was a r ural school teacher, they donated funds in her memory to h ave two electrical outlets installed in the museum. During the week of June 4-8, the rural school museum was in session just as it was originally used. Children wore costumes of the era and Esther Schmidt of North Branch, a former rural school teacher, conducted classes. Dick Berglund proudly displayed the four pound Northern he caught to take first place in the Hook, Line and Sinker fishing club competitions. Jill Adams has been awarded the 1990 Mora Medical Center $500 scholarship. Jill is the daughter of Judy and Jerry Adams of Pine City. Booney Hoffman has been named to t he Lions allstar team. Hoffman, a senior at Pine City High School, will be playing on the Northern all star team June 23
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and 24 in Chaska. Marilyn Hare, principal and teacher at St. Mary’s parochial school, was honored at a farewell reception. Gene Biever, representing the Home and School Association, presented her with a plaque in appreciation of her years of service and dedication to St. Mary’s. One hundred-year-old Bertha Hady Davis sat in a high backed chair beneath a striped canopy at the lake home of her daughter and son-in-law, Harold and Casey Anderson. Her great-grandchildren were awed by her story of how she came here in a covered wagon and camped along the way. Their eyes widened as she told them how the wolves howled at night. Upon arriving in Pine City, the family began farming on 80 acres bordering Mission Creek. Hundreds of well wishers were on hand to congratulate her at a party in her honor.
75 Years Ago, 1940 The silo on the L.F. Appleby farm south of town was blown over by a twister. Mr. Appleby was in the barn when he heard the storm approaching. It came from the southwest, swept across Rock Lake and water from the lake was sucked several feet into the air. Ten thousand visitors are expected to visit Pine City next Sunday for the annual tenth district American
Legion and Auxiliary convention. C.A. Bloom has joined the Pine City Mercantile force and is now in charge of t he dry goods, clothing and shoe departments in the store. The county board is recommending the federal government establish an airplane factory on the St. Croix river, northeast of P ine City near the federal recreation park.
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The voters of Pine County will determine next Monday whether the sale of l iquor shall be prohibited in the county as a whole or not. The indications are that if the weather is at all pleasant there will be a record breaking vote in the county for both sides are going to see to it that their sympathizers get out and vote. A baby girl was born to Mr. and Mrs. A. M. Paulson on the 7th and the usually sunny bakery has been more smiley than ever since then. The ball game on the North Branch diamond last Sunday between the Pine City and North Branch teams resulted in a score of 6 -10 in favor of our boys. Alvin and Umbren were the North Branch battery while Yost and Wilcox performed a like work for our own team.
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FARM: Hinze family still enjoying farm life in area FROM PAGE 7
In 2007 the Hinze family became concerned about the development occurring around them during the building craze. They wanted their farm to be preserved as a farm and native habitat. Randy and his siblings researched and decided to put the farm into a M innesota Land Trust, a 5 01C3 public charity. The trust is a p ermanent easement of the property for animals, farming and leaving it in as natural a state as possible into perpetuity. A land trust has several stipulations including the square footage of buildings allowed on the property, no development can occur there and no businesses can be started on the land. “We’re not against development,” said Randy. Randy Hinze “But, there needs to b e some Pine City area farmer open space.” The Hinzes can sell or pass the farm on to siblings with the stipulation that it has to remain intact. There was no cost to p ut it into a Land Trust since the Minnesota Land Trust is a nonprofit organization. They do donate to the Land Trust organization and the farm is inspected yearly. The Hinzes are enjoying their farm living and lifestyle. However, when asked about why they do it and what they enjoy about it Randy commented, “It’s
‘It’s nice to get up in the morning and like what you do. It’s addicting.’
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a sickness! It is hard to make a living farming. You don’t have to go to t he casino to gamble. If you want to hang onto the money you make, farming is not the thing to do. We run through a lot of money, but haven’t found a way to keep much.” Randy appreciates the support they have received from their family. “I want to thank my dad and mom who gave me the chance to farm,” he said. “I also want to t hank my two brothers and sister for all of their support over the years.” “It’s nice to get u p in the morning and like what you do. It’s addicting. Farmers like to plant stuff and watch it grow. However, it has to be in you from when you are young.” Pam credited Randy on how he manages their farm. “Most days are a challenge and every day is different. It takes a big commitment. Not everyone has the discipline to do it. Randy has the discipline to run a good operation,” she concluded. The Minnesota Century Farm program has over 10,000 Minnesota farms in the program which began in 1976. Requirements are that the farm be owned by the same family for 100 years, be over 50 acres and currently in agriculture production. It is co-sponsored by the Minnesota Farm Bureau and Minnesota State Fair. For more information: www.mnstatefair.org/ pdf/2014_CenturyFarm.App.pdf According to the Minnesota Land Trust mission, the trust protects and restores Minnesota’s most vital natural lands in order to provide wildlife, clean water, outdoor experiences and scenic beauty for generations to come. See more information at: www.mnland.org/ about-us
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produce in June – not yet anyways. “A lot of people ... come to the market in the spring and expect that we have a lot of produce, and there just aren’t that many things available in the spring,” Videen explained. “It’s seasonal.” But she still can’t wait for what will be there on June 12. “I love rhubarb, and then all the fresh herbs seem to be coming out, so that’s my favorite thing to do in spring,” she said. “And then the tomatoes and the cucumbers in the summer, and then of course the apples and the pumpkins and the squash come in the fall. Videen said that she and the other market managers plan to use the Pine City Farmers’ Market Facebook page more this year to keep shoppers up to date on the kinds of vegetables and other items that will be offered that week. The Facebook page will also feature the special events coming up at the market which offer treats for visitors. “What we try to do is, in different seasons of the year, to feature the foods that are in the market,” she said. “So we’ll have a ‘Taste of Spring’ or ‘Taste of Fall.’ All of our tastings will be recipes in our cookbook – recipes that come from vendors and people involved in the market. And the only thing is, it has to use something we sell in the market in the recipe.” Videen has been part of t he group organizing the Pine City Farmers’ Market for the past six years, and said she’s looking forward to many more. “They’re just the neatest group of people,” she said. “And the people who come to t he market are just so happy to be there. They’re a wonderful group to work with. They’re just nice people.” The Pine City Farmer’s Market will be open Fridays and Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Pine County Fairgrounds from June 12-13 to the last weekend of October. For more information, visit the Pine City Farmers’ Market page on Facebook.
However, Council Members Brian Scholin and Mary Kay Sloan expressed concerns about traffic and pedestrian safety in connection with the former car dealership lot. “ I think it’s a r eally dangerous option,” Scholin said. Sloan also noted that a pedestrian crossing at that location could be problematic, with vehicles entering the high school parking lot from both directions. Council Member Paul Miller said the car dealership parking lot may not be the most ideal spot for high school parking, but suggested the school district hire a security firm to direct traffic and provide crossing guards for special events. Miller also said he opposes the city’s requirement that the parking lot be paved, especially since it would only be used twice a year. W hile paved parking is a city requirement, Miller noted that not all parking lots in Pine City are paved. (The Family Pathways parking lot was finally paved for the first time last week.) Council Member Steve Ovick agreed, saying “we both have our hands in the same pocket” and suggested a reasonable solution to the paved parking requirement. Interim City Administrator Jerry Bohnsack noted that the council would need to a mend
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Easton Foss was a threesport athlete during his entire time at Pine City High School. As a r esult, it seemed fitting that Foss would have one last competition in Dragons green after his graduation. The senior Foss ran the 1600m at the State Track & Field meet at Hamline University on Saturday, June 6. Although he didn’t medal in the event, Foss said just qualifying was more than he had expected. “I’ve got to say that this track season was my biggest accomplishment of my high school career,” said Foss. “To run a 4 :34 at sections and make State, I was just super excited. It was great to en d up my high school career with that.” Foss entered the race at State with hopes of setting a p ersonal best time under 4:30, but he finished with a time of 4:35.37, just slightly slower than his section time of 4:34.58. “Easton was well prepared going into the race,” said Foss’ coach Jared Clementson. “He had some great practices leading up to t he meet. He had some teammates, both boys and girls that continued to help him practice. He ran a v ery smart race and his pace was right where we had planned for him to b e through 800m. His competitors ran really well as the results will show that it was a f ast year. I am very proud of Easton
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Foss started near the back of the pack in the 1600m race at the State meet, but despite stiff competition he finished strong with a time of 4:35:37.
and all that he has accomplished.” To Clementson’s point, the Class A winner of the 1600m was senior Shane Streich from Waseca, who bested his Class A State record by running a 4:12.02, over nine seconds ahead of second place. The race started out very fast. Foss began toward the back of the pack but was running faster split times than he had ever done before. Foss completed his first lap (400m) in 64.7 seconds and was at 2:14.8 through the 800m mark. His pace stayed pretty consistent for lap three as Foss was at 3:26.1 with 400m to go. Foss finished strong and held off another runner that was kicking hard to try to beat him. Foss finished 13th out of 16 runners, about six seconds out for the final medal. Even though it wasn’t quite what he’d hoped
for, Clementson was very proud of F oss. Not only for his accomplishments this season, but throughout his time at Pine City High School. “He ran at State in two of his three seasons in cross-country and ran at State in track in his one and only season,” said Clementson. “Easton has been focused and worked incredibly hard to be able to achieve his goals. Every race was a l earning experience that led to him being prepared to qualify for State and run amongst the best while at State. Easton has been a great example to o ur team. He isn’t the most vocal but he leads by example. Everyone knows that he gives 110 percent at everything he does. Our other runners have greatly benefited from him being on our team.” For his part, Foss was very thankful to his
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coach as well. “Coach Clementson is a great coach,” said Foss. “I feel like, without him I couldn’t have come this far and make it to S tate three times. Along with him, my teammates pushed me too. Without all of t hem I w ouldn’t have been able to make it to State. They all deserve a big thanks.” Foss will be going to St. Scholastica this fall and will be on both the cross-country and track team. He is currently thinking about a career in physical therapy.
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Pine City’s Steele helps team take state Pine City’s Alaina Steele took part in the Minnesota Youth Athletic Services seventh-grade basketball program, and her team – the Northpost Lions, made up of girls from six area schools – had a great season, ending with winning the Minnesota State Tournament on May 30-31. They are heading to the national tournament in Indianapolis, and Alaina and the team will be presented with championship rings at the Aug. 11 Minnesota Lynx game.
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Pine City man competes for ‘Iron Viking’ BY NATHAN JOHNSON NEWS@PINECITYMN.COM
The morning of M ay 9, a very tanned and muscle-toned Sam Lilja checked in for an athlete meeting at 8:15 a.m. He had been on a st rict diet in the months leading up to this moment, dubbed “peak week.” And, he was on a st rict hydration and sodium plan in the days leading up to t his day in order to c ut water and look his absolute best. A highly rigorous day was ahead for the amateur bodybuilder from Pine City as he was to compete in his first-ever bodybuilding competition. Doors opened at 8 a.m. at the DECC Auditorium in Duluth and about a dozen of Lilja’s supporters were on-hand to cheer him on in an auditorium among hundreds of other spectators. Lilja is a g raduate of Pine City High School (Class of 2 009) where besides tennis, band and choir, he began to work out and do weightlifting. He said he always had friends who were bigger and stronger than he was. Among his friends, “It would be like, let the bigger guys take care of it,” he described. O ne of those bigger guys was his brother and, despite that, Sam considered himself broader. “That was the biggest inspiration,” said Sam. “I felt like I should be bigger.” It was that tenacity that
led him to compete in his first bodybuilding competition, the NPC (National Physique Committee) Iron Viking of the North. Since September, 2011, Lilja made the biggest gains regarding his life fitness goals; that is the summer Anytime Fitness in Pine City opened. He soon became a trainer there and today, at age 25, he has been promoted to Head Trainer/PT (Personal Trainer) Manager. T he thing he is most proud of i n his life so far is his career. “To be able to help others and to h elp others do what I have done and to be an inspiration for others,” Lilja says are the reasons he enjoys his work. “I want to be a symbol for them to b e something greater, something they never thought possible.” Lilja has an Associate of Arts Degree from Lake Superior College online and he has attended Pine Technical & C ommunity College. As for his career aspirations, he wants to, fittingly, get into physical therapy or become a dietitian. Lilja was at an Anytime Fitness conference in September 2014 when he met up with a p ersonal trainer who brought up the subject of c ompeting in a bodybuilding competition that had been around for a f ew years now; that is what gave Lilja his inspiration to do the Iron Viking of the
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North. The competition meant there was a b enchmark as to what he was already accomplishing as a m an into building a healthy, strong physique. “For me, my goal was to be my best and look my best,” explained Lilja. “I kept my mindset on one thing: This competition.” The Iron Viking of the North is largely a c ompetition of veterans, according to L ilja. “This is their stepping stone to get onto nationals.” One such competitor was Muneer Al-Hameed, the winner of the Iron Viking in Lilja’s class, Men’s Physique. “Muneer is the face of NPC,” said Lilja. “He is the guy on the cover, and he has a coach that helps him out.” All of L ilja’s training was done by Lilja himself. Rewind to September, 2014, and he was 183 pounds and five percent body fat. He said he went on a four-month bulking phase to ga in muscle to fill up his frame. In that time, he gained 30 pounds of body fat and muscle. Lilja was on a s ix-day workout regimen and selected different muscle groups on different days. He targeted specific parts of his body, designating repetitions for designated muscles. He compares it to being somewhat of a sculptor. “The weight room was my chisel and hammer and the weight was my stone,” he said.
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Then, in January of this year, he began to chisel his self from the 216 pounds he had reached, at 17-percent body fat. By May, he was 191 pounds and six percent body fat. “For chiseling, it wasn’t all about the weight room,” he noted. “It was in my diet.” On a h igh-carb day he would intake 300 grams of carbohydrates whereas on a low-carb day, it would be closer to 100 grams. He would cycle high, medium, then low to ensure his body was not used to a certain cycle of eating. “This way, my body could keep progressing,”
he said. “It would keep my body guessing. I w ould change my workout routine every two months.” Everything had to b e on-point during the actual competition. Lilja said he felt his contest pose was well rounded. “In terms of m aking sure the judges couldn’t see the worst parts of me, I was always smiling and making sure my demeanor was up,” he said. “I was having a good sense of humor up on stage.” Lilja, who represented Pine City in the competition, is now at his biggest and his leanest. “This is just the beginning of something even
bigger for me,” he said. “The competition has encouraged me to compete for more. The biggest stigmatism was competing in the first place and I broke through that barrier. “It is a bit nerve-wracking to represent a city, but hit-or-miss, I’m glad that Pine City was represented,” he said. On Facebook after the event, Lilja said participating in Iron Viking of the North was a stepping stone in his competition journey. “I’m glad I took that first step,” he said. “And I’m not going to stop ‘til I achieve what I want.”
"Oh, You Beautiful Doll" Tea Saturday, June 20, 2-4 p.m. at Pine County Historical Museum, Askov
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The New Horizon Thrift Store is in need for new volunteers to join the ranks in order to k eep the store operating. Since opening in 2013 this store has operated entirely on the good work of local volunteers. The time and effort those individuals have put in has made it possible for donations to be given out to organizations throughout the community. Without new volunteers coming forward to b e a p art of t his effort, this community resource could close its doors. Consider volunteering today by stopping by for more information, or call Jan at 320-279-0927.
New folk dance group starting up
Youth ages 12 to y oung adult who enjoy the era of “ Little House on the Prairie” can travel back in time to the era of v illage folk dancing when the immigrants first settled in the area. As part of the free group meeting in North Branch, youth will have fun learning circle dances and then perform them at local festivals. Contact Karlynna Pleau at 651-674-8129 or kp@sunsetridgefarmnbmn.com.
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The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency concluded 58 enforcement cases in 34 counties throughout Minnesota during the first quarter of 2 015. Penalties from all 58 cases totaled $346,736. Two of these were from Pine County: Dennis H. Jensen, Finlayson, for stormwater violations, $10,000 and North Pine Aggregate, Inc., Finlayson, for stormwater violations, $10,000. In addition to these 58 recently completed cases, the MPCA also has 119 ongoing enforcement investigations, 16 of which were opened as new cases during the first quarter of 2 015. Not all investigations lead to fines or other official action. Agency staff continue to provide assistance, support, and information on the steps and tools necessary to achieve compliance for any company or local government that requests it.
Youth arts deadline approaching
The deadline to register for Arts-in is approaching quickly. Arts-in is a p erforming arts experience for youth that have completed fourth grade through one year past high school graduation. Rehearsals will be held July 20-24 at the Pine Town Hall and Pine County Fairgrounds. Youth will learn a m usical production and have the opportunity to perform their musical revue at the Pine County Fair and at the Minnesota State Fair. The cost of Arts-In includes all food, t-shirt, costume, rehearsal CD, supplies, program costs, state fair participation fees, and an exciting theatre trip. Arts-In is operated through the University of M innesota Extension 4-H Youth Development Program. Staff are screened and the staff to y outh ratio is always at least one adult to e very 10 campers. To find out more about Artsin contact the University of M innesota Extension, Pine County, at 320-591-1654 or swens451@umn.edu. Check out www. extension.umn.edu/county/pine/4-H.
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Habitat for Humanity has selected a deserving family to construct a new home within Hinckley. Volunteers of every skill level are welcome and needed. Construction professionals are especially encouraged to join in. Volunteers who get involved in building a Habitat house find it a satisfying, rewarding and fun experience. For more information call 1-866600-0288.
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Frandsen Bank & Trust was recently named to t he Independent Community Bankers of A merica “Best of t he Best” list of c ommunity banks for 2014. An article published in ICBA’s Independent Banker magazine listed Frandsen Bank & Trust as 19th nationwide in performance among banks of t heir size, as measured by return on assets. FB&T market president Corey Berube said the ranking underscores the bank’s effective handling of t he community’s assets. “Receiving this recognition has been a g reat inspiration to a ll of u s at Frandsen Bank,” he said. “It reflects our core values of superior customer service and commitment to our community.” For more information, visit http:// www.frandsenbank.com.
Ruby’s Pantry online in Pine City
Ruby’s Panty is in its 12th year serving rural communities with food and goods to help families stretch their grocery dollars. Large quantities of food are distributed directly to 64 communities across Minnesota and Wisconsin. There are no income or residency requirements to attend a Ru by’s Pantry food distribution. Ruby’s Pantry receives no state or federal funding and is funded primarily by a $20 donation given by guests at the time of a distribution. Online registration is now available at the Pine City distribution site at the Pine City Armory on the fourth Thursday of the month, 5 to 6 :30 p.m. Waiting time will be decreased significantly. Participants will only need to arrive 15 minutes before their selected time and they can choose from 15 m inute intervals from 5 – 6 :15 p.m. Ruby’s Pantry hopes to expand online registration to other distribution sites in the near future. Visit rubyspantry.org or call 651674-0009 for more information.
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On May 30, the American Red Cross reported that Red Cross volunteers were helping two adults and two children after a home fire on the 45000 block of Government Road in Hinckley. Following devastating home fires, Red Cross volunteers meet with those affected, making sure they have a safe, warm place to st ay, clothing, food, emotional support and help with long-term recovery planning. To become a R ed Cross volunteer in the community, visit redcross.org/mn.
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More NLX answers due in June BY MIKE GAINOR EDITOR@PINECITYMN.COM
A long overdue study on the viability of the NLX project is set to be released to the public by June 24. NLX Alliance Board Chair Steve Raukar said that consulting firm Steer Davies Gleave (SDG) is continuing to make progress on the report, though there is no news to share on it or from it at this time. The study – to det ermine income, expenses and projected ridership of the high-speed passenger rail line – was originally set to b e released in November 2014, then delayed to Jan. 2015. Also due to be released in June is an analysis of the NLX project’s cost versus the project’s public benefit. The analysis is being carried out by engineering design firm AECOM. Raukar noted that the Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) has begun writing a fi nal report on the preliminary engineering of the NLX project and compliance with the National Environmental Policy Act. Raukar said that the MnDOT report “... collects, evaluates and reports on all of the activities we have been working on over the past several years giving us the results we need
to decide whether or not t o proceed with the NLX project.” This report is due to be released in July. Raukar reiterated in his memorandum that work on the ridership and revenue forecast for the “Hinckley Loop” – e xtending a r ail line to a nd locating a st ation at Grand Casino Hinckley – will not be completed until after the overall project study is published. Raukar also enclosed a letter he sent to State Representative Tim Kelly, State Representative Jeff Howe and State Senator Susan Kent. “Minnesota needs a strong multi-modal transportation system,” Raukar wrote. “A diversified multi-modal transportation package means economic development for Minnesota, enhanced connectivity for our citizens, cities and counties, and a p owerful attractor of v isitors and new investment in Greater Minnesota as well as the Twin Cities metropolitan area.” He asked the legislators to support $1.4 million in state spending this year for ongoing intercity passenger rail projects. The next NLX Alliance board meeting is scheduled for June 24 at 10 a.m. at the Pine County Courthouse.
WHAT IS NLX? Q & A What is the NLX? The Northern Lights Express is a proposed high-speed passenger rail train from the Twin Cities to Duluth. Current plans are for a 155 mile line with stops in Minneapolis, Coon Rapids, Cambridge, Grand Casino Hinckley OR the city of Hinckley, and Duluth/Superior. How fast will it go? The top possible speed for the NLX is 110 mph, but it would only achieve this speed for stretches between Cambridge and Hinckley. Current plans have the train traveling 79 mph to 90 mph for most of the route. Would it be faster than traveling by car? Travel time is estimated at 2 hours 15 minutes for a trip from Duluth to Minneapolis. According to Google Maps, a trip from Duluth to Minneapolis by car down I-35 takes 2 hours 17 minutes. What is the ‘Hinckley Loop’? The Hinckley Loop is proposed new-built track off the existing Burlington Northern-Santa Fe (BNSF) line which would take NLX directly to Grand Casino Hinckley. Ridership studies show that the train would be used by many more people if it were routed directly to the casino rather than stopping in the City of Hinckley. Who is running the NLX? Several groups are involved. MnDOT took charge of NLX project planning in 2013. The NLX Alliance is a group which lobbies for the project and makes recommendations to MnDOT. BNSF owns the rail line. The Federal Rail Authority has authorized the project. Is Pine County involved in NLX? Pine County has been a member of the NLX Alliance since 2007 and paid over $130,000 in dues. In 2013, Pine
County board members stopped paying dues, but Pine County was allowed to remain a non-voting member of the NLX Alliance. Will there be a stop in Pine City? No. The closest proposed station is in Hinckley or Grand Casino Hinckley, 15 miles north. Will there be a stop in Sandstone? No regular station stop is planned for Sandstone. The City of Sandstone has asked for a train cleaning station to be built in the city, but other sites are being considered for a possible train cleaning station, and no decision has been made. How much would NLX cost to build? Who would pay? Cost estimates to build the train have risen from $350 million in 2007 to well over $1 billion today. NLX officials say the federal government would cover up to 80 percent of the cost, while state and local funds would cover the remainder. How much would tickets cost? Unknown, but a single one-way ticket for the 133-mile Downeaster from Brunswick, Maine to Boston, Massachusetts costs $29. Would there be ongoing costs for taxpayers? NLX officials have gone on the record saying the train would likely require an ongoing taxpayer subsidy to operate. It is impossible to say how much that subsidy would be, but for comparison: in 2012 alone taxpayers spent $14.2 million to subsidize operating costs for the Minneapolis-Anoka Northstar Commuter Train. – Staff report
Think your property valuation is too high? BY HENRY FISCHER NEWS@PINECITYMN.COM
The Pine County Board of Equalization will meet on June 15 to c onsider requests for adjustments in property valuations in the wake of notices that were mailed out to all property owners this spring. The board will meet at 7 p.m. Monday, June 15 i n the Board
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PINE COUNTY SHERIFF’S BLOTTER June 1 - 7 Theft, burglary, vandalism
June 1, 3:56 a.m., report of vehicle theft/attempt, Main St., Pine City south. June 3, 12:16 a.m., report of fraud, Brook Dr., Pokegama Twp. west. June 3, 2:44 p.m., report of burglary, Government Rd., Pine City Twp. west. June 3, 10:35 p.m., report of shoplifter, Evergreen Sq., Pine City south. June 4, 12:34 p.m., report of shoplifter, 8th St., Pine City north. June 4, 7:02 p.m., report of theft, 8th St., Pine City south. June 5, 9:59 a.m., report of fraud, Evergreen Sq., Pine City south. June 5, 10:46 a.m., report of property damage, Evergreen Sq., Pine City south. June 5, 1:23 p.m., report of property damage w/animal, Henriette Rd., Pokegama Twp. east. June 5, 3:24 p.m., report of fraud, Hillside Ave., Pine City south. June 6, 2:14 p.m., report of theft, Maple Knoll Rd., Pokegama Twp. west. June 7, 3:34 p.m., report of property damage, 560th St./Forest Blvd., Rock Creek west.
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June 1, 10:33 p.m., report of suspicious activity, Nature Ave., Rock Creek east. June 2, 12:52 p.m., report of harassment, 5th Ave., Pine City south. June 2, 7:39 p.m., report of threats, Johnson Ave., Pine City south. June 2, 7:39 p.m., report of neighbor trouble, Johnson Ave., Pine City south. June 3, 4:39 a.m., report of suspicious activity, Highwood Shores Rd., Pokegama Twp. west. June 4, 2:26 a.m., report of suspicious activity, Holstein Dr., Pine City north. June 4, 6:00 p.m., report of suspicious activity, Tigua Rd., Pokegama Twp. east.
June 5, 2:20 p.m., report of suspicious activity, 3rd Ave., Pine City south. June 6, 12:41 p.m., report of suspicious activity, 8th St., Pine City south. June 6, 8:02 p.m., report of crank 911 calls, Elm Cir., Pokegama Twp. west. June 7, 1:15 a.m., report of drunk, 8th St., Pine City north. June 7, 5:24 a.m., report of suspicious activity, Bayside Loop, Pokegama Twp. west. June 7, 8:39 a.m., report of customer trouble, 13th St., Pine City south. June 7, 4:05 p.m., report of disturbance, Loon Dr., Pokegama Twp. west.
Fires and accidents June 1, 1:43 p.m., report of personal injury, I-35, Pokegama Twp. east. June 1, 2:18 p.m., report of vehicle in ditch, Forest Blvd./570th St., Rock Creek west. June 6, 4:26 a.m., report of personal injury, I-35, Rock Creek west.
Jail roster June 1, Lee Francis Knight, probation violation, remand-hold, traffic- DUI- 3rd degree- alcohol conc over ... June 1, Shayne Carl Nelson, hold for other agency, DWI1st degree DWI; previous fe... June 1, Ryan David Opsahl, awaiting trial/court, remand-RPR, drugs- 5th degree- possess schedule 1; remand-bail, drugs- 5th degree- poss... June 1, Christopher Alan Kenny, warrant, Pine County writ, under sentence, drugs5th degree- possess schedule... Released June 5. June 1, Austin Donald Fisher, awaiting trial/court, probable cause, remand-bail, assault- domestic assaultmisd.; disturb- interfere with 911 call. Released June 3. June 1, Bounkham Vang, warrant, Pine County writ, remand-other authority, check forgery- make or alter a che... Released June 3.
June 1, Tyler Werner Larson, hold for other agency, trafficDUI- 4th degree .08 or more in... Released June 2. June 2, Michael Edward Schultz, book and release, summons, forgery-Fe- other act- instr- person, thefttake/use/transfer movable p... Released June 2. June 2, Abigail Rene PfeiferKoksma, Pine County warrant, under sentence, traffic regulation- fail to yield... driver’s license- driving without... Released June 3. June 3, Johnathan Edward Larson, warrant, hold for other agency, nonsupport of spouse or child...; Pine County warrant, remand-RPR, forgery- offer or pass counterfeit. Released June 5. June 3, Yvette Theresa Day, warrant, remand-bail, stolen property- receive- other property- $250, govt- smuggle- contraband into prison; hold for other agency, trafficdriving after revocation. June 3, Curtis Paul Marlowe, warrant, remand-hold, drugs- 5th degree- possess schedule 1. June 3, Russell Vincent Winbush, awaiting trial/court, remand-bail, tampering w/ witness- 1st degree- Fe... theft- $500 or less- M...; Pine County warrant, assault- terrorist threats reckless dis... govt- tamper with witnessFe; theft- take/use/transfer movable pro... June 4, Brant Lee Dorau, Pine County warrant, traffic- DUI2nd degree- GM. June 4, Curtis Lee Gebhart, warrant, under sentence, stolen property- receive- other prop-$250...; drugs- 5th degree- possess schedule 1. June 4, Terrah Ann Jensen, under sentence, criminal vehicular homicide or oper... June 4, Steven Allen Konczak, warrant, under sentence, drugs- 5th degreepossess schedule 1... June 4, Thomas Edward Pracht, warrant, under sentence, drugs- 5th degreeposs/procure/control su... June 4, Detphakanh Bouphasavanh, warrant, remand-bail, Pine County war-
rant, forgery- offer or pass counterfeit. Released June 5. June 4, Troy John Ferdelman, warrant, Pine County warrant, remand-bail, trafficDUI- 3rd degree- alcohol conc over... Released June 5. June 4, Terrance Patrick Flaherty, awaiting trial/court, probable cause, remand-bail, drugs- 5th degree- poss/procure/control; traffic- driver’s license- driving after cancellation- inimical to public safety. Released June 5. June 4, Brenda Lee Gordon, awaiting trial/court, remand-bail, probable cause, drugs- 5th degree- poss/ procure/control... Released June 5. June 4, Michelle Rose Lund, hold for other agency, felon convicted crime of violence. Released June 5. June 4, Larry Dean Nagel, warrant, Pine County writ, forgery- offer of pass counterfeit. Released June 5. June 5, Myra Joe Anderson, Pine County warrant, thefttake/use/transfer movable pro... June 6, Gregory Dean Church, hold for other agency, drugs5th degree- poss... June 6, Jamin Nicholas Richardson, awaiting trial/court, probable cause, traffic- DWI4th degree drive while impaired. Released June 6. June 7, Ramona Lynn Martin, hold for other agency, trafficopen bottle- possess. June 7, Ryan Michael Saathoff, awaiting trial/ court, probable cause, assault- domestic assaultmisd. June 7, Charles Theodore Scott, probation/parole violation, traffic- DUI- 4th degree .08 or more in 2...
There have been 862 admissions to the Pine County Jail in 2015.
Pine City Horseshoe League First Half 2015 Week 2 Team Wins Jessica Dehkes/Mel Wimmer 6 Al Barclay/Jen O’Neil 7 Hoss Otis/Joyce Teich 7 Jamie Scarbrough/Nate Dehkes 9 Terry Clementson/Jessica Clementson 7 Dave Ruis/Andy Olson 6 Eric Dehkes/Taylor Dehkes 7 Janet Turner/Cora Lundquist 5 Kim Christenson/Calab Christenson 5 Bob Fore/Bob Buros 2 Del Steele/Jamie Hepburn 5 Lisa Barclay/Jerry Gronau 2 Lori Fore/Steve Fore 1 James Donahue/Trevor Willhite 1 Trevor Teich/Steve Smith 1 Nick Johnson/Curt Disher 1
COLLEGE Dean’s lists Taylor Schellbach of Rush City was named to the Ridgewater College dean’s list f or spring semester 2015, ha ving achieved a g rade point average of 3.5 or higher. The University of Wisconsin-Superior has named the following local students to the dean’s list for academic achievement during the spring 2015 semester:
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Michael Strelow of Braham, Management; and Kayla Pavelka of Pine City, Psychological Science, Sociology & Anthropology, summa cum laude.
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Imogen ‘Immy’ J. Berchin
14, 2015 from 1 until 5 p.m. at the Rock Creek City Center, 7080 State Highway 70, Pine City, MN 55063. Arrangements by Dresser-Methven Funeral Home.
Imogen “Immy” Jean Berchin passed away Tuesday, c May 12, 2015 at Fairview M Lakes Medical Center in L Wyoming. W Imogen is survived by her parents Steve and Erin h Berchin of Pine City, brothB er Kai, grandparents Nick e and Sharon Berchin of Pine a City, Tony and Carol Nelson C of Sandstone, aunts and uno cles: Tracy (Scott) Smetana of N orth Branch, Kristi Berchin of Pine City, Kara Berchin of Phoenix, Arizona, Jolana Berchin of Bloomington, Tiffany Berchin of Pine City, Brittany Berchin of Pine City, Lindsay (Ben) Graves of Minneapolis; cousins: Garrett, Sonya, Tony, Camden, Mija, and Baktiyar, many other relatives and friends. Reverend Glen Kleppe officiated at the committal service Monday, May 18, 2015 at Hilltop Cemetery in Pine City. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the Funeral and Cremation Service of Pine City, Swanson Chapel; www.funeralandcremationservice.com.
Benjamin F. Hancock Jr. Benjamin Franklin Hancock Jr. died on May 31, 2015 c at the age of 8 0 from a masa ssive stroke. He was born in Mission Creek Township M on Feb. 6, 1935, in the living o rroom of t he old farm home tthat still stands on Sunny Hill Road today, to R uth H ((Johnson) and Benjamin Franklin Hancock Sr. He had many early childhood memories with his three older sisters Lorraine, Irene and Jean. One of h is fondest remembrances was of walking to t he country schools when the snow drifts were so high that they had to walk on top of the fence posts back and forth to school. His mother passed away when he was only 13. Ben dairy farmed with his Dad. In the late 1940s they traded in their work horses for a Farmall tractor and never looked back. Ben enlisted in the Army during the years of 19 571959, working as a cook and Quartermaster. Ben then returned to t he farm. His dad, Ben Sr., was unable to help out as much on the farm, so each one of his nephews spent summers helping out with the haying chores. Later on his son Alan helped on the farm and eventually they farmed together. Alan brought back Farmalls to the farm. Ben met Charlue Gilbey at the Eat Shop in November 1964 and married on Aug. 28, 1965. Ben and Charlue’s family expanded with Jackie’s birth in 1967, Julie’s birth in 1968 and Alan’s birth in 1971. He truly loved his children. Later on six grandchildren were born: Colin and Ava Louvar, Jenica and Anika Hancock and Carson and Gianna Dorschner. Ben was appointed to the Mission Creek Town Board in 1980 and served for 35 years. After selling the dairy cows and retiring in 1998, he soon worked full time driving Pine City School bus, usually #622. He did that for over 12 years and even subbed until last year.
Clifford H. Udean
Clifford Herbert Udean died on Thursday, Jan. 1, d 22015 at his home in rural Pine City. He was 95 years P old. o Clifford is survived by his loving wife Dorthy; his h ssons, Tony and Larry; his grandchildren, Sherri (Norg man) Pool, Darrin (Danm iielle) Udean, Jody Krueger and Kristy (Paul) Berg; his great-grandchildren, Jennifer, Jessica, Alyssa, Anna, Cameron, Natalie, Alex and Ashley; many other relatives and friends. A celebration of life will take place on Sunday, June
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
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 Pastors Julie & Brad Samuelson 320-496-3009 Hands4PC@gmail.com Facebook fan page: Hands for Pine City Existing to be the hands of Jesus to Pine City
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.
Hope Lutheran Church Grasston Jim Sodergren, Pastor 320-396-3925 hopelutherangrasston.org Sunday: 9:30 a.m. Worship Service; 10:30 a.m. Sunday School; Holy Communion first and third
There was not a d ay that Ben did not work. When he broke his foot from a hay bine last summer, he just put a plastic bag over it and kept going. The day before his stroke on May 26, he and Alan were fixing tractors and talked of fixing fence and expanding the beef cow herd. This winter he cut and split eight cords of fi rewood to s ell. He was running parts when he had the stroke and then ran into the road grader. No injuries were sustained from the accident. Although he never regained speech, he fought off the stroke for five days. Technically he died in St. Paul at Regions, but the family will remember the place as at the scene of the stroke on Sunny Hill Rd., less than 200 yards from the exact spot of his birth, a public servant surrounded by public servants. He will be missed by all. Ben is survived by his wife Charlue; daughters Jacqueline Louvar of Inver Grove Heights, Julie Dorschner and her husband Rodney of W oodbury, son Alan Hancock and his wife Stacy of Brook Park; grandchildren: Colin Louvar, Ava Louvar, Carson Dorschner, Gianna Dorschner, Jenica Hancock, Anika Hancock, many nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his parents Benjamin Sr. and Ruth (Johnson) Hancock; sisters Lorraine (Joe) Larson, Irene (Lyle) Hinz, Jean (Dwaine) Gross, and nephew Glenn Gross. Pastor Dennis Eng officiated the memorial service for Ben on Wednesday, June 3, 2015 at the Swanson Funeral Chapel. Interment was in Brook Park Cemetery in Brook Park. Arrangements are entrusted to the Funeral and Cremation Service of Pine City, Swanson Chapel.
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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 Jeremy Langmade, Pastor Assembly of God 11914 Fairway Rd. SW, Pine City ¾ mile West of I-35 on Pokegama Lake Road 320-629-6136 Livinghopepinecity@gmail.com Sunday Mornings: Life Class 9 a.m., Worship Service 10 a.m.
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 is done for the summer Come to Vacation Bible School 8/3-8/7; registrations available. 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 www.pcefc.com
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Roblee A. Johnson, age 67, of Sandstone passed away o on May 31, 2015. o Roblee was born on March 29, 1948 to Emil and M Margaret Johnson. He grew M up in Fredenberg, Minnesou tta and graduated from Hermantown High School in m
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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
JUNE 4, 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 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 “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 min-
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www.pinecitymn.com utes 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 southeasterly 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 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 10, 2007 MORTGAGOR: Donald J. Howard and Marcia L. Howard, husband and wife. MORTGAGEE: Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. as nominee for River City Mortgage & Financial, LLC, a Delaware Limited Liability Company its successors and assigns. DATE AND PLACE OF RECORDING: Recorded August 15, 2007 Pine County Recorder, Document No. A466771. ASSIGNMENTS OF MORTGAGE: Assigned to: U.S. Bank National Association. Dated March 13, 2014 Recorded March 19, 2014, as Document No. A513610. TRANSACTION AGENT: Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. TRANSACTION AGENT’S MORTGAGE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER ON MORTGAGE: 100315900000064278 LENDER OR BROKER AND MORTGAGE ORIGINATOR STATED ON MORTGAGE: River City Mortgage & Financial, LLC, a Delaware Limited Liability Company RESIDENTIAL MORTGAGE SERVICER: U.S. Bank National Association MORTGAGED PROPERTY ADDRESS: 18479 Liberty Road Southeast, Pine City, MN 55063 TAX PARCEL I.D. #: 260248000 LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY: That part of the South Three Quarters of the South Half of the Northeast Quarter (S 3/4 of S 1/2 of NE 1/4) of Section Nine (9), Township Thirty-eight (38), Range Twenty-one (21), Pine County, Minnesota, described as commencing at the Southwest corner of said Northeast Quarter of Section 9; Thence on an assumed bearing of South 88037’50” East along the South line of said Northeast Quarter a distance of 1160.0 feet to the point of beginning of the property to be described; Thence continuing South 88037’50” East along said South line 220.5 feet; Thence on a bearing of North parallel with the West line of said Northeast Quarter a distance of 988.67 feet to the North line of said South Three Quarters of the South half of the Northeast Quarter; Thence North 88029’10” West along said North line 220.52 feet; Thence on a bearing of South parallel with the West line of said Northeast Quarter a distance of 989.23 feet to the point of beginning; Subject to County Highway No. 17 over and across the South 33 feet thereof. Subject to restrictions, mineral reservations and zoning regulations of record, if any. Model “44-3”, Make: Fall Creek, Serial no. #FC-1173099 A & B, which is affixed and attached to the land and is part of the real property. COUNTY IN WHICH PROPERTY IS LOCATED: Pine ORIGINAL PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF MORTGAGE: $147,784.00 AMOUNT DUE AND CLAIMED TO BE DUE AS OF DATE OF NOTICE, INCLUDING TAXES, IF ANY, PAID BY MORTGAGEE: $165,151.44 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 30, 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 February 1, 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
PINE CITY PIONEER 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: May 14, 2015 U.S. 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 19 - 15-001500 FC THIS IS A COMMUNICATION FROM A DEBT COLLECTOR. Published in the Pine City Pioneer on June 4, 11, 18, 25, July 2 and 9, 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
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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
STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF PINE TENTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT DISTRICT COURT PROBATE DIVISION Court File No. 58-PR-15-35 Estate of Elmer Karas, a/k/a Elmer L. Karas, Decedent NOTICE OF INFORMAL APPOINTMENT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS (INTESTATE) Notice is given that an application for informal appointment of personal representative has been filed with the Registrar. No will has been presented for probate. The application has been granted. Notice is also given that the Registrar has informally appointed David E. Karas, whose address is 11201 Milkyway Lane SE, Pine City, MN, 55063 as personal representative of the Estate of the Decedent. Any heir or other interested person may be entitled to appointment as personal representative or may object to the appointment of the personal representative. Unless objections are filed with the Court (pursuant to Minn. Stat. 524.3-607)and the Court otherwise orders, the personal representative has full power to administer the Estate including, after 30 days from the date of issuance of letters, the power to sell, encumber, lease or distribute real estate. Any objections to the appointment of the Personal Representative must be filed with this Court and will be heard by the Court after the filing of an appropriate petition and proper notice of hearing. Notice is also given that (subject to 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. Dated: 5-20-15 /s/ LU ANN BLEGEN Registrar Lu Ann Blegen Dated: 5-20-15 /s/ LU ANN BLEGEN Court Administrator Lu Ann Blegen Attorney for Personal Representative 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 Filed 5-20-15 Court Administration District Court Pine County, MN By SS Court Administrator/Deputy Published in the Pine City Pioneer on June 4 and 11, 2015
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1967. Roblee met Lynnette St. Mary and married her in 1968. Roblee started his own auto glass business in Duluth. He enjoyed the family farm and became more involved with the livestock sales, dealing with horses and cattle mainly. In recent years Roblee enjoyed taking time out of h is busy schedule to g o camping, fishing, and spending time with his children and grandchildren. Roblee is preceded in death by his parents; his brother, Jimmy; and sister-in-law, Donna. Roblee is survived by his loving wife of 47 years, Lynnette; his loving sons, Lonnie (Cindy) of Grand Rapids, Roblee D. (Barb) of Hinckley, Adam of Gr and Rapids; loving daughter, Heather (Ted) Norton of Mora,; grandchildren: Codie Chesney, McKoy Norton, Calab Norton, Brady Johnson, Brinn Johnson; brothers: Terry (Louise) of Two Harbors, Karl (Sid) of Florida, and Bryan (Penny) of Arizona. A memorial service for Roblee was held on June 6, 2015 at Emmanuel Lutheran Church in Dell Grove, Minnesota, with visitation one hour prior. Arrangements by Methven Funeral Home of Sandstone; www.methvenfuneralhome.com.
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The family of Marvin Malm would like to thank family, friends, neighbors and those at Lakeside Medical Center for the loving care of our loved one. Thank you to Pastor Marvin Miller and our church family for their prayers and the beautiful service. Thank you to Swanson Funeral Home and to the Flower Box. Thanks to all who sent cards and helped during this difficult time. God bless you from,
Kuhlman Myles James Kuhlman was born on May 18, 2015 at FirstLight Health System. He weighed seven pounds, eight ounces and was 20-1/2 inches long. His parents are Ryan and Natasha Kuhlman of Mora. Myles is welcomed home by Brodie, 7, Maverick, 4, and Ryan, 3. His grandparents are Dave Von Rueden of Hayward, Rita Von Rueden of Hinckley, Jim and Marcella Danielson of Pine City, and Steve and Suzie Kuhlman of Finlayson.
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To our family and many friends who have supported us following the death of our beloved Pat Petrick, we would like to e xpress our sincere thanks and appreciation. Your many acts of kindness and sympathy continue to be a great comfort to us in our time of sorrow. She will be missed dearly. With warmest regards, The Petrick family
Elliana Rose Bergman was born on May 20, 2015 at FirstLight Health System. She weighed eight pounds, eight ounces and was 21 inches long. Her parents are Joe and Danielle Bergman of Mora. Elliana is welcomed home by Samantha, 5, Katelyn, 3, and Jacob, 22 months. Her grandparents are Rick and Mary Bergman of Cambridge, and Bill and Sue Baker of Sun City Center, Florida.
Ostrander Isaak George Arnett Ostrander was born on May 26, 2015 at FirstLight Health System. He weighed nine pounds, 14 ounces and was 22-1/2 inches long. His parents are Jared and Dena Ostrander of Mora. Isaak is welcomed home by sisters Shantanna, 21, and Rhiannen, 18. His grandparents are Terry and Judy Ostrander.
Rydberg Louie Paul Rydberg was born on May 29, 2015 at FirstLight Health System. He weighed seven pounds, seven ounces and was 20 inches long. His parents are Almon and Kipper of Pine City. Louie is welcomed home by Milo, 7, and Max, 3. His grandparents are Kip and Lori Rydberg and Kim Novak, all of Pine City.
Schneider Leslie Louise Schneider was born on May 26, 2015 at FirstLight Health System. She weighed eight pounds, four ounces and was 20-3/4 inches long. Her parents are Steve and Kelly Schneider of Askov. Leslie is welcomed home by Savannah, 8, Kaelyn, 7, Natalie, 5, and Kendall, 3. Her grandparents are Mark and Nancy Schneider of Carrington, North Dakota, and Dave and Cindy Ferris of Hackensack.
PUBLIC NOTICES FROM PAGE 17 STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF PINE DISTRICT COURT TENTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT Case Type: Mortgage Foreclosure Court File No. 58-CV-14-379 JPMC Specialty Mortgage LLC Plaintiff, vs. Sundiata Menelik, a single person, John Doe and Mary Roe Defendants. NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE UNDER JUDGMENT AND DECREE (Real Property) Notice is hereby given, that under and by virtue of a Judgment and Decree in the above entitled action dated March 23, 2015, a certified copy of which has been delivered to me directing the sale of the premises, hereinafter described, to satisfy the amount found and adjudged due said Plaintiff in the above entitled action from said Defendant Menelik, as prescribed in the Judgment, the undersigned Sheriff of Pine County will sell at public auction, to the highest bidder, for cash, on July 23, 2015 , at 10:00 AM, at the Sheriff’s main office, Detention Center, 635 Northridge Drive NW, Pine City MN 55063, in the City of Pine City, in said County and State, the premises and real estate described in said Judgment and Decree, to wit: All that tract(s) of parcel(s) of land lying and being in the County of Pine and State of Minnesota, described as follows, to- wit: That part of Government Lot 3, Section 34, Township 39, Range 21, Pine County, Minnesota, described as: Commencing at the East Quarter Corner of said Section 34; thence on an assumed bearing of West along the East-West Quarter line of said Section 34 a distance of 4,613.42 feet to the Westerly right-of-way line of County Highway No. 9 (said EastWest Quarter line is defined by a line run West from the East Quarter Corner of said Section 34 on a mean bearing between the North and South lines of said Section 34); thence South 2 degrees 14 minutes 45 seconds West along said Westerly right-of-way line 199.56
feet; thence Southwesterly 76.15 feet along said Westerly right-ofway line which is a tangential curve concave to the Northwest having a radius of 1,606.89 feet and a central angle of 2 degrees 42 minutes 55 seconds to the point of beginning of the parcel to be described; thence Southwesterly 136.18 feet along said Westerly right-of-way line which has a tangential curve concave to the Northwest having a radius of 1,606.89 feet and a central angle of 4 degrees 51 minutes 20 seconds; thence on a bearing of West 223 feet, more or less, to the shore of Cross Lake; thence Northerly along the shore of Cross Lake to the intersection with a line that bears West from the point of beginning; thence on a bearing of East 230 feet, more or less to the point of beginning. “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 this 21 day of May, 2015 Jeff Nelson, Sheriff, Pine County, Minnesota By: /s/ Aaron Borchardt #592 Deputy USSET, WEINGARDEN AND LIEBO, P.L.L.P. Kevin T. Dobie Plaintiff’s Attorney 4500 Park Glen Road #300 Minneapolis, MN 55416 (952) 925-6888 This is an attempt to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. Published in the Pine City Pioneer on May 28, June 4, 11, 18, 25 and July 2, 2015 NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING PINE CITY PLANNING COMMISSION City Hall Council Chambers
315 Main Street S. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, the 23rd of June, 2015, at approximately 6:30 p.m., to obtain comments on a request made by Troy Haug on behalf of Unlimited Holdings, LLC, to allow for an 18-feet variance from the property line setback requirement of 25 feet. The property involved is located at 325 Airport Road NE in Pine City. A complete legal description is available upon request. All interested persons are encouraged to attend and be heard on this matter. Nathan Johnson Community Development Director/Planner Published in the Pine City Pioneer on June 11, 2015 ADVERTISEMENTS FOR BIDS PINE CITY TOWNSHIP NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that sealed bids will be received by Pine City Township in the office of the Pine City Town Clerk, Tammy Carlson, located at, 21977 St. Croix Road, Pine City, MN 55063. Sealed bids will be received until 3:00 p.m. on July 7, 2015, for the materials required and construction of the Lofty Pines Road Improvement Project. The purpose of the project is to construct certain improvements on the road as needed to bring it into compliance with the Town’s requirements to accept a road for public maintenance. Those interested in bidding must contact the Town Clerk to obtain the Specifications/Bidding Instructions, the Bid Form, and the Road Improvement Agreement. No bid will be considered unless it is securely sealed in an envelope, labeled with the nature of the bid, and received by the Town Clerk prior to the time noted above for the closing of bids. Each bid shall be accompanied by bid security equal to five percent of the amount of the bid, which shall be forfeited to the Town in the event that the successful bidder fails to enter into a contract, provide the required insurance, or to furnish the required performance or payment bonds. The bid security shall be in the form of a certified
check or cashier’s check payable to “Pine City Township,” or a bid bond issued by a surety company authorized to do business in the State of Minnesota and acceptable to the Town. Pursuant to Minn. Stat. § 16C.285, any prime contractor or subcontractor that does not meet the minimum criteria established for a “responsible contractor” as defined in Minn. Stat. § 16C.285, subd. 3 or fails to verify that it meets those criteria is not a responsible contractor and is not eligible to be awarded this project or to perform work on this project. A false statement under oath verifying compliance with any of the minimum criteria shall make the prime contractor or subcontractor that makes the false statement ineligible to be awarded a construction project and may result in termination of a contract awarded to a prime contractor or subcontractor that submits a false statement. A prime contractor shall submit to the contracting authority, upon request, copies of the signed verifications of compliance from all subcontractors. If awarded the contract, the bidder will be required to enter into the Road Improvement Agreement with the Town. The Town reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to waive any irregularities and informalities therein and to award the contract to other than the lowest bidder if, in its discretion, the interests of the Town would be best served thereby. The bids will be opened and read aloud at the Pine City Town Hall at 8:15 p.m. on July 7, 2015 by the Town Board. The Town Board will consider awarding of the bid at its regular meeting at 7:00 p.m. of July 7, 2015, but may delay taking action until a later meeting. Dated this 11th day of June, 2015. Tammy Carlson Clerk Published in the Pine City Pioneer on June 11 and 18, 2015
Orand Ryder Victor Orand was born on May 25, 2015 at FirstLight Health System. He weighed six pounds, eight ounces and was 18 inches long. His parents are Cory and Victoria Orand of Brook Park. Ryder is welcomed home by brother Jayden, 6. His grandparents are Craig and Lori Dorn, and Dan and Kim Orand, all of Grasston.
Horbacz Sofie Josephine Horbacz was born on June 1, 2015 at FirstLight Health System. She weighed seven pounds, 14 ounces and was 21 inches long. Her parents are Mark and Kelly Horbacz of Sandstone. Sofie is welcomed home by big sister Anna, 23 months. Her grandparents are George and Kathy Horbacz, and Art and Audrey Schroeder, all of Hinckley.
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2004 Dodge Durango ST 4x4, one owner with 86,300 miles. Texas truck with deep tinted sunscreen glass. 4.7 L V8, 5-speed auto, A/C, AM/FM/CD, too much to list, I have original window sticker. $6595.00 Very Clean. Call or text 763-286-6294 Barb
60 BOATS & MOTORS 14' Sea Nymph 14R aluminum boat. $450. Call 651-470-9512
MORA MARINE All new PONTOON at closeout prices! Hwy 23 & 65 Mora
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1978 Leisure Island Pontoon Boat with 2008 Suzuki 9.9hp 4 stroke motor and newer bunk style pontoon trailer. Trailer fits boats up to 22' boat. Includes Minnkota 30# thrust trolling motor and electric anchor mate. Floor is okay. Comes with one captains chair. Call Carl 651-925-7961 Boat is near Danbury, WI but can be brought to St. Paul. Looking to sell as a package.
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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 WANTED: Experienced FT Dinner Cook-Responsible, self-motivated, quick learner. Experienced preferred, will train. Apply at Scotty's Parkside Cafe, Pine City. 320-629-4676
301 FARM MISC. MISC. For Sale: New Holland 9ft. Haybine. New Holland square baler. Both are field ready. MTD 42” cut riding lawnmower. Hinckley area. 320-279-1968 after 7p.m.
305 PETS/ SUPPLIES AKC Siberian Husky puppies $800/each call/text 651-500-3944
404 GARAGE SALES
F Olde English Bulldogge pups ready June 10. Reg IOEBA $1500. Call/text 763-807-0202 .
368 APPLIANCES Very Lrg 2 door Servel gas refrig. Full size top freezer. $500/b.o. 651-238-1512
404 GARAGE SALES
West Beroun area. Jun.12-14, 8am-6pm. Lots of household items, tools, bikes, pet supplies, much more. 29437 Sunny Hill Rd. Directions: CR14, west of I-35, 2mis. to Sunny Hill Rd., right.
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
One Day Only-June 20, 2015 (8 a.m-3 p.m.) Multi-Family "Garage" Sale MEC Office-125 Railroad Ave SW, Mora (1 block from Union St). Kids-adult clothes, stroller, books, Christmas & Fall items, household, Mary Kay, office, misc., more.
PLANT CLEARANCE SALE Everything Must Go! Annuals, baskets, planters, and bedding plants. Bleeding Heart, Peony, and Asiatic Lily perennials. Saturday, June 13, 9 am until gone. 2376 94th Ave. Osceola, WI
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IMPERIAL PLASTICS, INC. I n Mora i s s e e k i n g:
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2nd & 3rd Shift. These positions require a strong mechanical aptitude. Experience installing and setting up molding tools a plus. Offers competitive pay and beneÀts. Resumes1020@yahoo.com or fax to 320-679-6699
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Mental Health Practitioner Employment opportunities at Therapeutic Services Agency, Inc. Mental Health Practitioner to provide in-home and school based mental health services in the Isanti, Chisago, Kanabec, and Pine County areas. Case assignments are made within approx 45 mile radius of staff person’s home address. Chisago and Isanti Counties are within reasonable commute from metro.
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This is an excellent opportunity to help children, teens and families, and have a terrific professional experience for staff. Qualifications needed: Master degree or enrolled in Master’s program in Social Work, Psychology, Marriage and Family Therapy, or related field.
Safe Transitions, the pioneer in foster care for adults with mental illness, currently has full and part-time Mental Health Worker positions available in the Cambridge area. $9.55/hr and $50 hiring bonus after successful completion of orientation period. For more information and to apply, please visit our website at SafeTransitions.org EEO
TSA is adding to its staff because of growth, and this is an exciting time to become an important part of our organization. Professional development thru specialized training, licensure support, flexibility, variety in work assignments and doing meaningful work are available in this employment opportunity. Compensation and benefits are competitive and agency is supportive.
For more information about TSA, visit www.hoperealized.com Please send letter of application and resume to csmchugh@tsapc.net.
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2 bedroom apartment with detached garage located in the City of Pine City. $775 per month- available immediately. Please contact Greg at 320336-8978 or Carrie at 320-629-7537. Pine City- Upper level, nice, 2BR Apt., $695+electric. New carpet, laundry onsite. No dogs. 651-9835771. Pine City- Very small one-person house. No pets/smoking. (612)309-8844
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reach 18,000 homes each week To place an ad call 320-629-6771 or go to www.pinecitymn.com EXCESS BAGGAGE WEIGHING YOU DOWN? Placing a classified ad is an easy and affordable way to advertise your unwanted items to hundreds of potential buyers. Contact us today and start turning the stuff you don’t want into something you do want: CASH! Advertiser 320-629-6771 or www.pinecitymn.com
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT/ RECEPTIONIST Primary responsibilities include providing support to professional staff, data management and general office functions. Knowledge and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite needed and good teamwork skills as well as ability to work independently. Salary is competitive and benefits available.
Responsible for following the Head Start mission and Program Performance Standards in addition to planning, implementing, and evaluating the Health and Nutrition Service Areas, and the services provided to each enrolled EHS/HS child; and coordinating those services with all EHS/ HS Service Areas and the community as a whole. Experience working with families with young children. Requires a Health background (Public Health Nurse [PHN], Registered Nurse [RN], Licensed Practical Nurse [LPN]) with public health or administrative experience. Training and experience in public health nursing, health education, maternal and child health or health administration may be considered. A Bachelor’s degree in a related field with appropriate experience may be considered. Valid driver’s license required for business travel. This is a full-time position including competitive salary with full benefits. For information, job description, and application contact:
Lakes and Pines C.A.C., Inc. an Equal Opportunity Employer. 1700 Maple Avenue East, Mora, MN 55051-1227; (320) 679-1800 x138 www.lakesandpines.org
Reasonable accommodations made upon request. Minorities, women, people with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply. Application deadline is 12:00 p.m. Monday, June 15, 2015.
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
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
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General Office Position Part-time 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. 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
For more information about TSA, visit www.hoperealized.com and to apply send letter of application and resume to C. Kay Johnson, Business Director at ckjohnson@tsapc.net Applications now being accepted for:
Baker • References required with our application • Competitive wages • Year round - variable hours • Weekends Required • Benefits may include vacation pay, employee discounts and profit sharing, medical, dental, vision, life and Flex Plans.
We are looking for an energetic, positive, outgoing, self-motivated individual. Applications available at; Tobies Restaurant Hinckley, MN 320-384-6174
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Small 2BR home-w/2 car attach. gar. on Pokegama Lake. Available 7/1, $750/mo.+utils., 1st mos. rent + damage, deposit. 651-331-0867
Pine City-2BR house, 1bath, 2½ car garage. Lawn & snow removal incl. $1025/mo.+util. Avail. Mid July. 763286-2810 The smart way to sell your stuff!
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Tim's Mowing service- Pine City area. (218)-256-7353. New clients welcome!
Lead Cook at Residential Environmental Learning Center. Full-time cook needed for scratch kitchen at the Audubon Center of the North Woods. We offer wages commensurate with experience and a benefits package including partially funded medical & dental coverage and a retirement plan. Willing to train an individual who indicates the willingness to learn. Send resume/application to: Operations & Finance Dir. ACNW PO Box 530 Sandstone, MN 55072 320-245-2648 husom@auduboncenter.org www.audubon-center. org
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SELECT CATEGORY 351 Antiques/Art 368 Appliances 59 ATVs 401 Auction Calendar 52 Automobiles 51 Auto Parts/Service 113 Black Dirt 60 Boats & Motors 100 Brick Work 353 Building Supplies 505 Business For Sale 151 Business Opportunity
111 Cement 54 Classic & Antique 107 Cleaning Homes/ Businesses 22 Clothing 350 Computers 356 Computer/Office Equipment 99 Construction 403 Crafts/Boutiques 55 Cycles 201 Daycare 155 Education
154 Employment 157 Employment Part Time 152 Employment/ Seasonal 153 Employment Services 13 Entertainment 407 Estate Sales 116 Excavation 349 Exercise Equipment 301 Farm Misc. 302 Feed/Seed/Hay 94 Financial
358 Firewood 404 Garage Sale 103 Glass Repair 366 Guns 104 Hauling/Moving 21 Health/Beauty 159 Health Care 160 Hire Me 500 Hobby Farms 365 Home Electronics 115 Home Heating 352 Home Office Organization
106 Home Improvement 303 Horses 355 Household 91 Income Tax 92 Insurance 360 Kids/Baby 457 Lakeshore 108 Landscaping 109 Lawn Care 361 Lawn & Garden 251 Lessons/Schools 012 Livestock 14 Local Events
16 Lost & Found 503 Lots & Acreage 11 Memorials 362 Misc. 504 Mobile Homes 405 Moving Sales 363 Music 202 Need Daycare 20 Notices 105 Painting 17 Personals 304 Pet Sitting 305 Pets/Supplies
19 Piano Tuning 308 Poultry 506 Real Estate 501 Real Estate Wanted 93 Refinancing 451 Rentals Commercial 452 Rentals/Residential 455 Rentals Wanted 114 Roofing/Siding 453 Roommates 110 Rototilling 56 RVs 406 Sales
203 Senior Care 102 Services 15 Sewing 357 Snowblowers 57 Snowmobiles 101 Snow Removal/ Equipment 158 Social Services 204 Special Needs 367 Sporting Goods 454 Storage 18 Thank You 120 Tools
50 Trailers & Campers 112 Tree Service 58 Trucks/Vans/SUVs 456 Vacation Rentals 53 Vehicles Wanted 156 Volunteers 369 Wanted 502 4 Sale by Owner
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JUNE 11, 2015
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MIKE GAINOR | THE PIONEER
Fine day at the Fur Post Visitors to the North West Company Fur Post on June 6 stepped into the era of the War of 1812, and young men and women helped create paper caps evoking the period and learned the basics of marching – or at least had fun as they gave it their best shot.
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Scouts, Gardeners join forces Pine City Girl Scout Troop 56338 got a little help developing their green-thumb skills as the Pine Gardeners helped show them how to plant a garden, and they all planted the garden in front of the Pine City Library together.
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Taking a pause at Pride Visitors to the June 5 Pride Celebration at Voyageur Park took a break from the party to listen to a speaker talk about the struggles gay, lesbian and transgender people have faced – and still face – in East Central Minnesota.
Pine City Farmers’ Market
Pine County Fairgrounds, Hwy 61, Pine City
Taste of Spring
GIFT FATHER’S DAYES! AT IC CERTIF d with a Surprise Da oice! Gift of his Ch
VO OYAGEUR OYA YAGEUR BOTT OTTLE OT TL LE E SHOP 320-629-2020 3 32 2 20 0 62 629 9 20 2020 20 0 205 Main Street South, Pine City Hours: Mon.-Sat. 10 am to 10 pm
“Thanks to event sponsor: Frandsen Bank”
Pine City Beach has openings for students wishing to learn to swim, with a variety of classes and times to choose from…
Session 1: June 22-26 Session 2: July 6-10 Session 3: July 20-24 Session 4: August 3-7
Cost is $25 per student. Early eve evening ve ening lessons available ening
Fri & Sat 11am-1pm 6/12 & 6/13
Check out our REWARDS CLUB!
RED CROSS SWIMMING LESSONS
For additional registration information call 320-629-2575 ext. 109 or all details can be found at www.Pinecity.govoffice.com SEASON SPONSOR
Lordy Lordy look whose 40 on June 14 Love Timmy, Ellie, Finn and Carlos