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THURSDAY, JUNE 18, 2015 VOL. 130 NO. 25 www.pinecitymn.com $1.00

YEARS AGO: After record turnout, Pine County votes to go ‘dry’ in 1915. P7

Well, hello bear!

DNR warns area residents to be bear-aware

County plans $5m in major bridge repairs

BY MIKE GAINOR EDITOR@PINECITYMN.COM

Hungry bears are active in the Pine City area right now, and the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is reminding residents to k eep the animals from identifying a house as a food source.

DNR Conservation Officer Eugene Wynn, working out of the Pine City area, reported that he has spent significant time recently following up on nuisance bear complaints.

Wynn said he’s received numerous bear calls, and every one of those calls was due to either garbage, birdfeeders or barbeque grills being available for the bears to get into.

“If you have a bear coming in, put these items away for several weeks and the bears will move on,” Wynn said.

DNR Conservation Officer Bret Grundmeier, working out of Hinckley, said the animals have been seen all over SEE BEARS, PAGE 12

BY HENRY FISCHER NEWS@PINECITYMN.COM

Pine County officials plan to spend over $5 million to r epair or replace 10 key bridges over the next five years, including five bridges in the Pine City area.

The Pine County Board adopted a r esolution to ad dress the deficient bridges and proceed as soon as possible when state transportation bond funds become available.

County Engineer Mark LeBrun said five of the bridges would be done this year and next year, with the balance to be scheduled over five years. Pine County has some 150 bridges, including 20 timber bridges like the one crossing the Snake River along CSAH 7. L eBrun estimated the cost of r eplacing Bridge #58506 at $1.8 million. The county will open bids for that project on June 22 and construction would start after the fourth of July weekend and continue to early October.

Other bridges in the Pine City area that are considered a high priority include: • Br idge #58503 on CSAH 53, the bridge over the outlet from Pokegama Lake into the Snake River, slated to be replaced next year SEE BRIDGES, PAGE 12

RICHARD HOPKINS

Got cake? This curious young bear was an uninvited guest to Richard Hopkins’ birthday party at his home on the Snake River east of Pine City.

City settles with AFSCME

BY HENRY FISCHER NEWS@PINECITYMN.COM

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The Pine City Council has approved a new three-year agreement with public works, parks, and administrative city hall employees that features cost of living adjustments identical to t hose previously approved for municipal liquor store employees.

The agreement includes a t wo percent retroactive increase for 2014, two percent for 2015, and 2.5 percent for 2016. The agreement with Local 1647, Council 65 of t he American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) makes the retroactive increases available to a ll AFSCME bargaining unit members who were employed by the city on Jan. 1, 2015.

Bears everywhere: (left) JacLynn Cavallin found this bear climbing her bird feeder on June 12. (middle) Nolan Montague spotted this bear watching him from the roadside. (right) Stacy Hanson found a vandal at her hummingbird feeder beside Cross Lake.

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Unusual beverage helps lead County’s bridges in better shape deputies to felony theft suspect STAFF REPORT NEWS@PINECITYMN.COM

Caffeine Free Diet Mountain Dew is just one of many items reported stolen from a c abin on Fish Lake that tipped local deputies off to t he possibility that the theft and a r ecent car accident may have been connected.

On June 1 at approximately 6 a.m., Daniel A. Brown, 34, of Sandstone was driving a Buick Century south on Highway 65 past the south junction of Highway 23 in Mora. Brown allegedly crossed the center line causing a head-on crash with Kenneth Holgate, 80, of Mora who was driving north in a Chrysler Town and Country.

Both Holgate and Brown were taken to t he Mora FirstLight Health System hospital with non life threatening injuries.

The Minnesota State Patrol and Kanabec County Sheriff’s Office responded to the accident.

A state trooper who responded to t he accident informed Kanabec County deputies that several items in Brown’s vehicle appeared suspicious and were consistent with the types of items stolen during burglaries in the area.

Kanabec County Deputy Mark Schafer observed items in the car which included a bucket full of copper pipe and fittings, frozen meats, scrap sheet metal,

tools, fishing and camping gear and Caffeine Free Diet Mountain Dew. The next day, Schafer was called to a b urglary report at a cabin on Fish Lake.

Upon his arrival, the victim was drinking a C affeine Free Diet Mountain Dew and offered one to the deputy. The victim told the deputy he would have had more, but it appeared that the burglar took most of his soda supply.

Schafer said the specific type of p op seemed note-worthy. “It’s not like a lot of people drink it,” said the deputy. Schafer speculated that regular Mountain Dew and Diet Mountain Dew are quite popular beverages, “But how many people do you know that drink Caffeine Free Diet Mountain Dew?” The victim reported a full list of items that matched items found in the vehicle Brown was driving.

According to the criminal complaint filed by the Kanabec County Attorney’s Office, Brown told investigators he did not steal the property, but knew that it was stolen. Brown claimed it was given to him by a friend who owed him an outstanding drug debt.

Brown was charged June 5 w ith one felony count of burglary in the second degree, one felony count of theft, and one felony count of receiving stolen property.

Brown’s initial appearance in court is scheduled for June 19.

Firefighters learn as Beroun Saloon burns Firefighters from Pine City and other regional fire departments took part in a controlled burn exercise this past Saturday. The building was the former Beroun Saloon, now owned by the Hinckley/Pine City Flames, and was found to have too many structural and environmental problems to make it worth rehabilitating. The firefighters made the most of the exercise, practicing fighting various types of structural fires as the hours wore on, until eventually the building was gutted and leveled.

The Flames report that the site will be made into a parking lot for the time being.

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BY MIKE GAINOR EDITOR@PINECITYMN.COM

With the replacement of t he Snake River bridge on Highway 7 s et to get u nderway this summer and $5,000,000 in major repairs planned (see story on Page 1), Pine County residents will be heartened to h ear that a new report already puts Pine County’s bridges as among the better-maintained in the state.

According to a newly released Transportation for America report, Pine County has a higher percentage of structurally dependable bridges than more than two-thirds of the rest of Minnesota.

Out of 1 63 bridges in Pine County, five are considered structurally deficient. With just 3.1 percent of i ts bridges deficient, Pine County ranks 26th out of 87 Minnesota counties.

Lincoln County, in western Minnesota, had the highest percentage (23 percent) with 23 out of 100 structurally deficient bridges, while St. Louis County had the highest number – 1 02 deficient bridges out of 648.

Locally, Chisago County had four structurally deficient Freeborn Christopher bridges out of 5 5, Aitkin CounShoff ty had seven out of 99, Kanabec PRESIDENT, ASSOCIATION OF County had one out of 7 9 and Isanti County had zero out of 36.

MINNESOTA COUNTIES The report states that Minnesota as a whole has 830 structurally deficient bridges, which is 6.4 percent of the 12,961 bridges in Minnesota.

More than one in 10 bridges were built before 1948 in Minnesota as a whole, but just 11 bridges in Pine County were built before 1948.

According to the report, the average age of Minnesota bridges is 35 years, and the average designed lifespan for these bridges is 50 years.

The average age of t he deficient bridges is 61 years in Pine County and 66 years in Minnesota as a whole.

Federal guidelines classify a bridge as being structurally deficient if an inspection shows that either the surface of the bridge, the elements supporting the surface, or the elements in contact with the ground have a major defect. States must inspect all bridges 20 feet or longer at least once every two years. Bridges identified as being structurally deficient bridges are usually inspected far more often.

The report pointed out that three of the five structurally deficient Pine County bridges are locally owned (by either a city, county or township) and 90 percent of the deficient bridges in the state are also locally owned.

In a p ress release, the Association of M innesota Counties (AMC) said it was urging state legislators to create a fund to service locally-maintained bridges.

“Minnesotans do not care if their road or bridge is on the state, county, city or township system,” said Freeborn Christopher Shoff, president of AMC. “They care that their commute is safe and government is making sure our infrastructure gets fixed or replaced in a timely manner.”

Data in the report (http://www.mncounties.org/ Minnesota2015BridgeReport.pdf) comes from the U.S. Federal Highway Administration’s National Bridge Inventory, which consists of f ederally required data collected by each state throughout the year.

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JUNE 18 - 21 St. Croix State Park programs

St. Croix State Park welcomes the public to participate in a wide range of free programs beginning Thursday, June 18 with “Feeding Frenzy” in the Interpretive Center at 4 p.m.

Friday, June 19 programs include a nature hike and a “Trick or Tweet” bird sounds game for all ages. Saturday has animal tracking and a nature film, and on Father’s Day Sunday kids can make a F ather’s Day card and a s et of fi re starters, and adults can enjoy a 5 -mile guided canoe trip on the river. Visit the website www.mndnr.gov/stcroix for specific times and presentations, or call 320-384-6615.

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 Pine City. The Pine Area Lions will begin serving walking tacos at 5:30 p.m.

MN Arts Board grant information

The Minnesota State Arts Board will provide a free grant information session about opportunities for artists, arts organizations, schools and community organizations on Friday, June 19 f rom 4 - 5 :30 p.m. at the East Central Regional Arts Council building at 112 Main Ave. S., Braham. Individual appointments will be offered earlier the same day. To r egister, or for information, call 651215-1600 or 800-866-2787.

JUNE 19 & 20 Majstang Festival

Mora’s Majstang Festival, a two-day celebration of the summer solstice, will take place beginning at 6:30 p.m. on Friday, June 19 with the raising of the Majstang Pole and live music by The Spirit River Scandiband at Mora’s Library Park. There will be a o ne day craft fair on Saturday, June 20, as well as children’s activities, prizes, a f ree petting zoo and bounce house.

Call 320-679-2661 for more information or to reserve a booth.

JUNE 20

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.

Author visit in Cambridge

Scout & M organ Books in Cambridge welcomes author Sara DeLuca on Saturday, June 20, 11 a.m. to 1 p .m. In her new book, The Crops Look Good, DeLuca, who grew up on a dairy and sheep farm in Polk County, Wisconsin, shares family tales of births and deaths, of innovations like the automobile, radio, and telephone that drew rural communities together, and of national and international events that were devastating.

For information visit scoutandmorganbooks.com.

Pokegama Lake Association

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

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.

Rural School Museum

The Pine City Rural School Museum is now open to the public every Sunday from noon to 3 p.m. through the end of August.

The school is located one block north of Hwy. 324 on 7th St. S. in Pine City. Donations are accepted. Contact Erna P. at 320-6292810 with any questions.

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Red Cross swimming lessons

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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Stop by the library on Tuesday, June 23 for “Teen Video Gaming - G et a M ove On It!” from 3-5 p.m. at the Pine City Public Library. Teens are invited for “Dance, Dance Central Spotlight,” and Fantasia games, plus prizes and food. Call 320629-6403 for more information.

Pine Gardeners tour

The Pine Gardeners will tour Ben Wiener’s Berry Farm on Tuesday, June 23. Meet at 9 a.m. at the Pine City Library for carpooling. There will be a stop at Cabin Coffees for refreshments on the return trip. Guests are welcome. Email lynquilt@ msn. com for more information.

JUNE 23 & 25 PCftA Summer Arts program

The Pine Center for the Arts free Summer Arts program for Pine City School District students in grades K-6 continues with a Music & Art Swap session on Tuesday, June 23 at 1 p.m., and “My Many Colored Days” session on Thursday, June 25, 1 p.m., at Pine Center for the Arts, 265 5th St. SE, Pine City. Class sizes are limited. Call 320-6294924 for information or register online at www.pinecenter.org.

JUNE 24 The next meeting of the Snake River Valley Conservation Club (SRVCC) will be held on Wednesday, June 24, 7:30 p.m., at the Pine County fairgrounds club house. Contact Mark Madison at mdmadison52@ gmail. com with any questions.

Story Time and ‘Pause to Learn’ at the library

On Wednesday, June 24, 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” summer reading program special presentation, “Drum Time” with Pine City Elementary Music Teacher Joanne Cahill for K-6 graders. All activities are free and open to t he public. Stop by the library or call 320-629-6403 for more information.

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JUNE 21

‘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 or container gardening. 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.

JUNE 23

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‘Monroe Crossing’ at Art in the Park

The Pine City Arts Council invites the community to enjoy the bluegrass band “Monroe Crossing” at Art in The Park on Friday, June 26, 6:30 p.m., at Robinson Park in downtown Pine City. The Pine City Lions will begin serving German pulled pork at 5:30 p.m. Bring a blanket or lawn chair and enjoy the free show.

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The Pine City Civic Center will host a 4-person golf scramble at the Pine City Country Club on Friday, June 26, with a noon shotgun start. Team entry fees include golf, cart and dinner. Call 320-629-3848 to sign up.

JUNE 26 & 27

JUNE 27 Freedom Fest

Pine City’s annual Freedom Fest celebration begins Saturday, June 27 with the Freedom Fest Triathlon at 8 a .m. at the City Beach/Westside Park.

Meanwhile, the 4-H pancake breakfast is from 7:30-11 a.m. in the 4-H building at the Pine County Fairgrounds. Also at the fairgrounds are the Pine Cruiser Car Club Show and antique tractor show, both beginning at 9 a .m. Beer gardens and food vendors open at 9 a.m., children’s activities begin at 11 a.m., and the Pine City “Amazing Race” starts at 2 p .m. (advance registration required). A street dance featuring the 5 ‘ til Sunrise band and a c ommunity fireworks display take place at dusk, approximately 10 p.m.

Other activities throughout the day include crazy hair, train rides, a m oney scramble at 1 p.m., prize drawings at 2 p .m., a rock climbing wall, and much more. Visit www.pincitychamber.com or call the Pine City Chamber of Commerce at 320322-4040 for more information.

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Solid Rock in the Park

As part of Pine City’s Freedom Fest celebration, “Solid Rock in the Park,” a f ree, outdoor musical event will take place Sunday, June 28 at Robinson Park, Pine City, 1-6 p.m. A va riety of musical acts will perform throughout the day including Steve Duede, Mike & The Vibes, JP Roquet, Dawna Johnson, Urban Jerusalem and SALT. For details visit the facebook page, “Solid Rock in the Park 2015” or call the Chamber of Commerce at 320-322-4040.

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THURSDAY 6/18 TOPS-Take Off Pounds Sensibly: Pine City Library Community Room, 4:30-5:30 p.m.

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Teen AA/NA: 6:30 p.m., Teen Focus Center, Rush City Al-Anon: 7:30 p.m., Pine City, Our Redeemer Lutheran Church

Arrowheads and Stone Tools

Co-sponsored by the Minnesota Flint Knappers Guild, this annual two day event at the North West Company Fur Post, Pine City, showcases the craft of m aking spear points and arrowheads from rock. By shaping stone into sharp tools and projectiles, ancient people were able to hunt animals as big as mastodons. Watch as modern flint knappers from around the country demonstrate their skills on Friday, noon to 4 p.m., and Saturday, 10 a.m. to 3 p .m., June 26 and 27. To l earn more, contact the Fur Post at 320-6296356 or email: nwcfurpost@ mnhs.org.

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SATURDAY 6/20 Model RR club: Askov, 10 a.m., Pine County History Museum SUNDAY 6/21 AA (Big Book study): Evangelical Free Church, 7 p.m.

MONDAY 6/22 Celebrate Recovery: Pine City, Journey North Church, 6 p.m.

Pine City Yellow Ribbon: Pine City American Legion, 7 p.m.

AA: 7:30 p.m., Our Redeemer Lutheran Church WEDNESDAY 6/24 Woodcarving club: Askov, 9 a.m. Pine Co. History Museum Pine City Council: 6:30 p.m., Pine Government Ctr., Pine City Pine City Toastmasters: 7 p.m., Pine City VFW Hall AA: 8 p.m., Rock Creek Community Center

SENIOR DINING June 22 - 26 Monday: BBQ pork riblett, oven roasted potatoes, black bean salad, wheat bread, sliced pears Tuesday: Crispy ranch chicken, potato salad, mixed vegetables, wheat bread, molasses cookie Wednesday: Beef tips in gravy, egg noodles, french cut green beans, lettuce salad, banana Thursday: Roast turkey, whipped potatoes w/gravy, country trio vegetables, wheat bread, peach crisp Friday: Scrambled egg and cheese on a croissant, scalloped potatoes, juice, fresh strawberries 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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Re-thinking the definition of ‘mundane’

If you’ve ever kept track of every last thing you did in a d ay, you’ve realized that very much of your time is consumed by the mundane. Webster defines mundane as characterized by the practical, transitory, and ordinary; commonplace concerns of everyday life. For example, every morning upon arising, I h ave certain activities that must be done day after day after day: make coffee, feed C.W. (my cat), sift his litter box, put the bird feeders out, open the Meandering blinds, make the bed, check email, respond to email, set with the table, clear the table, fill the dishwasher, empty the Margaret dishwasher, prepare meals, and on and on and on. This Margaret could be very depressing.

But if one stops to considMarty er the upside of each of these tasks, they take on a whole new definition. My cat, C.W., is a cherished member of m y family; therefore, feeding him and cleaning his litter box makes him a contented pet, evidenced by his purring. He always rubs against my ankle when I’m placing food in his dish; I c onsider that his table grace, and it makes me feel appreciated.

When I put the bird feeders out early in the morning, the birds are singing their hearts out; their melodies lift my spirits. When I bring that first cup of f reshly-brewed coffee to my husband in the morning, his face beams with gratefulness, and that brings me joy. When I prepare meals and then deal with the dirty dishes, it reminds me to be thankful that I’m not starving. When I respond to emails, I realize how many friends and family members care about me, and I feel cherished. On laundry days, I’m reminded of how difficult those days were for my mother, who didn’t enjoy the luxury of running water and an automatic washer; it makes me feel so fortunate to simply turn a dial and the washer is in motion—no dragging in washtubs, filling them with pails of water, etc.

So perhaps instead of thinking of these every-single-day chores as mundane, we could re-define them as little miracle tasks that generate joy, satisfaction, appreciation, and comfort, either for someone we love or for ourselves.

“I am content; that is a blessing greater than riches; and he to whom that is given need ask no more.”

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Dad: geek, buddy, hero

BY ASHLEE MARTINI

If you’ve heard the name “Tom Martini”, you need to know three things. One, he’s probably your cousin or somehow related to you.

After all, if you’re reading the Pine City Pioneer and are from Pine County, there’s a good chance that you are related. Two, if you aren’t relatives, then you maybe are friends with him. He’s so kind and social with everyone he meets, I have to wonder if he makes a n ew friend everyday. Three, he’s my dad, and I don’t know what kind of p erson I w ould be without him being there in my life.

Honestly, my dad is one of the biggest geeks that has ever existed. I say this with love though, because I am one too. It is because of Dad that I am able to hum the whole “Star Trek: Next Generation” theme and flawlessly, quote multiple lines from “Galaxy Quest.”

My dad doesn’t need to pop in a DVD to en tertain me though. It is entertainment and fun enough to just be with him. I think my dad is one of t he only people who can make any day a fun day. He has a gift to make you laugh so hard you start to cr y, but there are even small moments, whether good or bad, that

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I have found the hero my dad can be.

One of t he things I a m most proud of is the fatherly love that he has for others. His nieces and nephews adore him. Perhaps it is because my dad is as silly as a little kid, but I also happen to think that it is because my dad has such an open heart. That fatherly love is not just shared with people who are related though. It just so happens that my friends call him “Dad.” From the very moment any of my friends step through the door, he greets them with a hug just like he greets me. My friends like to come over, and they feel so welcome and at home because of my parents but especially my dad.

My dad has also taught me a lot about caring about living things. He truly enjoys the responsibility to

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take care of animals and grow his own food. Dad takes something away from those experiences, and to him, it’s something truly beautiful. Getting to do something like that is what he considers to be a blessing.

When it really comes down to i t, my dad is the spiritual leader in my household. He touches people by talking about faith, and he did his absolute best in growing me and my sister up in it. Jackie and I are now in college, but I think it is because of my dad that me and my sister attend a Christian faith based college together. We both are in love with our campus and its ministry, and I love telling my dad about the worship services I lead on Thursday nights. Because of the will to dream and let God take the lead, my dad is a person who doesn’t let a lot of t hings worry him.

I think the only thing my dad worries about is the safety of the people he loves.

Lastly but definitely not least, my dad taught me how to d ream. I a m so independent in my ways because I sh oot high for the things I want to accomplish and how I wa nt to succeed. I t ry my hardest to put myself out there, make a d ifference, and be

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known as the young woman who can do the things she sets her mind to. I t ry that hard because that is who I s ee my dad as. He is the person who puts himself out there when he believes it is needed and wanted.

From the time I wa s a little girl, I r emember looking up to m y dad and admiring him. He was my nap buddy when I wa s a baby. He was that person that I watched Disney movies with. He was that person that took me on rides to wherever he wa s going.

He was that person who I took care of pigs with. He was that person I terrified when I got my driver’s permit. He was that person I terrified when I l ater got my driver’s license. He was the person I scared when I went on my first date. He was the person that teared up when I g raduated and left the nest and went to the college I d reamt of.

There are no naps together anymore, but to this day, he still is that person.

He’s that person who has and always will be there for me no matter what trouble I fi nd myself in.

So Dad, I just wanted to let you know that 19 y ears is a great streak in the job of being a h ero. Thank you, Dad. I love you.

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Rarick pleased with special session budget agreement PRESS RELEASE

On June 12, Governor Mark Dayton called a one day special session in order to allow state lawmakers to approve a small number of budget bills for the upcoming biennium. State Representative Jason Rarick (R-Pine City) was pleased that Republicans and Democrats were able to work together and reach agreement.

“These bills were too important to a llow them to be sidetracked by partisan bickering, and our budget work has now concluded for the year,” Rarick said.

Due to r enovations taking place at the State Capitol, the one day session occurred outside of the Capitol building for the first time in more than 100 years. In this case, the session was held in meeting rooms at the State Office Building in St. Paul.

During the event, Rarick helped approve spending bills relating to K-12 Education, jobs and energy, and

environment and agriculture. Legislation that allocates Legacy funding dollars and bonding proceeds also received strong bipartisan support.

Rarick said he was encouraged to learn that his continued lobbying for a local project this year paid off, as the City of Sandstone will now receive $850,000 to help complete the Sandstone Business Park Roadway.

Rarick said this money will be used to build a bridge over Skunk Creek in order to continue progress on a medical campus. Without bonding proceeds, the project could have cost the city, and its taxpayers, hundreds of thousands of dollars.

“I’m so grateful that the chair of our capital investment committee recognized this project’s importance and pushed for it to be included in this year’s bonding bill,” Rarick said. “This is truly a va lid construction project that will keep taxes down in the City of Sandstone.”

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Enjoying the summer in Pine City To the Editor: How lucky we are to live in Pine City in the summer with all the activities around and also the luxury of peace and quiet when we want.

I enjoy the Friday concerts in the park from the Pine City Arts Council. The area itself is a nice place to j ust sit and enjoy. But when the music starts we can just kick back and appreciate the entertainment. There is such a diversity of talent offered each week.

No need to cook food, groups from town provide nice meals at reasonable prices.

Across the street the Pine Center for the Arts has a new display each month from artists around the area.

One benefit of Friday night in the park – no mosquitoes.

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We were gone for 30 years and I moved back here 25 years ago. Wherever we lived people knew we were from Pine City and we were proud of it.

Whatever happened to fairness and objectivity?

Of course I’m speaking of the broo-ha-ha over the Gay Pride banner. I haven’t seen any flak over the Sokol Booya banner every year, even though Booya sounds like something the Witches of Eastwick would brew up.

You had better warn your children, because we don’t know what those Bohemians are hiding behind all those kolaches and potato dumplings...

Support from Scandia House Ken Bergstrom, owner of Scandia House Assisted Living, held an open house on a recent Sunday afternoon at his 10-bed Pine City facility. The Pine City facility specializes in meeting the needs of those with Alzheimer’s or other geriatric disorders.

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Addressing Common Concerns About Exercise After 50 Exercise is an essential element of a healthy lifestyle. Including exercise in your daily routine can lower your risk for diabetes, heart disease and stroke, and exercise can even sharpen mental acuity, reduce anxiety and improve mood. But as beneficial as exercise can be, many men and women, particularly men and women over the age of 50, who have not laced up their sneakers in years are hesitant to begin an exercise regimen for a variety of reasons, potentially putting their long-term health at risk.

Regardless of a person’s age, beginning a new exercise regimen can be intimidating. But it’s especially so for men and women over the age of 50, who might not know where to begin or how to approach adopting a healthier lifestyle. According to the National Institute on Aging, the following are a few points men and women should know as they attempt to improve their physical fitness with a more active lifestyle.

• Exercise is safe even if you have not been physically active in a long time. Many older men and women worry that suddenly embracing physical fitness after years of inactivity may be detrimental to their health. But that’s only true if men and women don’t exercise caution at the outset of their routines. When beginning the routine, take things very slowly at first, choosing to walk or bike every day rather than hitting the treadmill and adjusting it to maximum resistance. When strength training, start off with very little weight so your muscles can grow acclimated to the motions and you can get the exercises down pat. As you grow more comfortable and your body starts to feel more up to the challenges of daily exercise, you can begin to gradually alter your cardiovascular and strength training workouts to make them more challenging.

• Exercise can make existing medical conditions more manageable.

Men and women over the age of 50 who have preexisting medical conditions are likely to find that exercise alleviates rather than exacerbates their physical problems. The NIA notes that studies have shown that regular exercise and physical activity can benefit people with

arthritis, high blood pressure and heart disease. But it’s still recommended that men and women with preexisting medical conditions consult with their physicians before making any lifestyle changes.

Some conditions may affect a person’s ability to be active, and it’s best to get the go-ahead from a physician before beginning an exercise regimen. Doctors may even suggest certain activities that have been known to alleviate particular conditions.

• Exercise reduces fatigue, so sitting around to preserve strength is not effective. Exercise improves strength and energy levels, so sitting on the sideline to preserve your strength is counterproductive and could lead to serious medical problems. The “Report on Physical Activity and Health” from the U.S. Surgeon General’s office noted that men and women who are inactive are almost twice as likely to develop heart disease as those who are more active. While getting adequate rest and giving your body ample time to recover from physical activity is essential, your body won’t benefit by avoiding exercise to preserve your strength. However, even moderate physical activity performed on a regular basis can reduce fatigue.

• No one is too old to exercise. It’s not uncommon for men and women in their golden years to think they are too old to exercise.

Some may feel that their toned down workouts cannot possibly be making much of an impact thanks to the physical limitations old age has put on their bodies, while others may think it’s unwise for someone in their 70s or 80s to be physically active. But no one is too old to exercise, as exercise helps the body stay strong and fit even when you can no longer max out on the bench press or squat hundreds of pounds. Scaling back your exercise routine will be necessary as you get older, but that does not mean you cannot still enjoy and benefit from physical activity.

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Voting records broken when county goes dry 10 Years Ago, 2005 Author Jack Shultz in his latest book, ‘‘Boom Town USA,” listed Pine City as an ‘agurb,’ something that he describes as a “booming exurb” or a city outside of a metropolitan area with the greatest Years opportuAgo nities for business, Donna jobs and lifestyle.

Heath Pine City is one of only 12 Minnesota cities to get the mark of distinction.

A beautiful flag disposal ceremony was held in Pine City on Flag Day. Girl Scout Troop 1327 collected 9 5 American flags, folded them properly and brought them to the Pine City VFW. The color guard and members of VFW Post 4258 participated in the disposal ceremony, burning of the flags, which was organized by the entire Girl Scout troop.

A man reported a b ear walking around downtown Pine City near the Pine City mill and Village Inn. A new taxi service in Pine City is making it safe, comfortable and convenient to get around in Pine City and the immediate area. Rick Waxberg’s North Country Cab is catching on, especially on weekend nights. The taxi service is available 24/7 and Rick is looking for weekday riders to fi ll up his schedule.

The sisters of t he Order of S aint Benedict are pleased to a nnounce that Sister Rita (Cyprian) Kunkel is celebrating 50 years of her religious vo-

cation. Sister Rita was born in Pine City to Leo and Kathryn Kunkel and currently is the monastery guest coordinator at St. Benedict’s Monastery.

The Pine County Dairy Association held a 3-A-Day promotion contest at Nelson’s Market on June 11 as a day to observe Dairy Month. A secret shopper looked for a customer with three or more dairy products in his or her grocery cart and found Clarence D. Courier of Hinckley to be the winner. He had his dairy products paid for that day by the dairy association.

25 Years Ago, 1990 Sharon Fix accepted her award as Farm Woman of the Year at the Art Council’s Friday night Art in the Park event. The Agriculture Business Award for 1990 went to Pine City Fuel, Roy Teich. He started the farm service part of the business over 50 years ago and the tradition has continued since under the guidance of son Doug and his wife, Diane.

The Farm Family of the Year award, the first one given by the Chamber of Commerce, went to the Leonard Hinze family.

Leonard and his wife, Deleanore, work together with son, Randy and his wife Susan on the dairy operation just south of Pine City.

The Rock Creek Lions Club has honored two of its members. The Melvin Jones Fellow Award went to Roger Cummings, a charter member of the club and president its first and second year. The club was chartered in 1972. Lee Williams was named Outstanding Lions Member for the Rock Creek club. He has been a member of t he organization for eight years and has served as president,

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A new award was presented by the Dragon Athletic Club at this year’s Pine City Senior Athletic Banquet. Jenny Fischer and David Erhart earned the Bill Harter Memorial Sportsmanship Award, given in memory of former Pine City teacher and coach, Bill Harter.

Athlete of t he Year Awards were given to Wendy Bock and Booney Hoffman as outstanding female and male athletes.

A Rush City man was a winner at the Minnesota Inventors Congress, June 7-10 in Redwood Falls.

LeRoy Shinler, son-inlaw of H enry and Helen Chalupnik, Pine City, received the Maynard Speece Award for the invention with the greatest popular appeal. He also received $500 and a silver medallion. His invention is called the EZ Roll Up Grill.

Those who grew up in Pine City are well aware of the quality of l ife offered in this town, situated on two lakes and a river, surrounded by woodland, picturesque farms and populated by the nicest people in the world. E verett Klicker and his wife Kay chose to come back to Pine City to spend their retirement years in the home where he grew up. The house rekindles happy boyhood memories for Klicker.

As he moves from room to room, each nook and corner speaks to him of another time. He and his wife have lovingly restored and repaired the areas which needed it and have settled into a quieter life in a c ommunity they love.

Artist of the Month, Josephine Hanson taught herself to p aint in oils.

She has pursued her interest for 14 years without professional lessons. Her talent is evident in the paintings on display this month at First National Bank.

50 Years Ago, 1965 A blue-eyed blond from rural Pine City became Minnesota’s fourth finalist in the state Princess Kay of t he Milky Way contest when she won the Northeast Minnesota

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‘Owl Club’ kept men out of saloons This July 18, 1894 photo shows members of Pine City’s “Owl Club” – so called because its members got together at night after working all day. Fritz Johnson, a club member, said the club “was a whole lot of fun and helped at the time to keep many of its members out of the saloons in the evenings.” Row one: Mascot Bernard Lambert and C. Currie. Row two: Silas Loucks, Mike Hurley, John Connaker, John Anderson and Lee Fairbanks. Row three: Henry Glasow, Jim Heywood, Thomas Fitzgerald, A.E. Webber and Mario Edwards. Row four: Fritz Johnson, Art Schultz, Andy Connor, Jerry Connor, Ed Netzcer and William Lambert.

Dairy Princess title and crown. Donna Johnson, 18, daughter of M r. and Mrs. Elton Johnson, won the title from 17 other girls.

Robert Pierce was elected Minnesota department senior vice commander of Veterans of Foreign Wars and auxiliary at the state convention.

Miss Angie Benjaminson of Pine City is one of three senior division semi-finalists in the Northeastern Minnesota regional competition of Minnesta Egg Recipe Cooking Contest.

of Brook Park became the bride of L eonard K. Schmidt of Pine City.

A very pretty wedding was solemnized in the church of Immaculate Conception in Pine City on June 17 when Miss Doloros Kraft, daughter of Mrs. Apollonia Kraft, became the bride of A lbrecht Erhart, son of M r. and Mrs. William Erhart.

The village council has purchased a 30-acre tract west of the Duvall place, north of town on the Pokegama Road, (south) and is being laid out as a dumping ground.

75 Years Ago, 1940 100 Years Ago, 1915 The official dedication of the new administration building of the PICK Cooperative Electric Association was held in Braham.

On June 11, a w edding ceremony performed in the church of Immaculate Conception in Pine City, Miss Magdalena Pitka

Pine County voted “dry” Tuesday, with 2,144 votes for, to 1 ,622 votes against. This total of 3,766 votes in the county not only broke all records but surprised even the most knowing ones who figured on a l arge vote but hardly expected so many.

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corded in the county before this was that of last fall when 2,800 ballots were cast by male voters.

The contract for the monument which will mark the last resting place of t hose who were burned at Brook Park during the fire of Sept.

1, 1984, have been let to a Center City manufacturer. The last Legislature appropriated $1,500 for the purpose and placed its expenditure in the hands of a committee consisting of P. A. Nelson, M. M. G. Schofield, A. E. Eddy, B. J. Kelsey and A. K. Parsons.

A pretty wedding was celebrated in St. Joseph’s church in Beroun when Miss Agnes Kucera and Henry Kryzer were united in the holy bonds of matrimony.

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Young gardeners learn monarch’s secret ways Over 30 Pine City Elementary students learned all about monarch butterflies, pollinators and invasive species at three Junior Master Gardener afternoon sessions in May at Pine City Elementary School. The sessions were presented by U of M E xtension Pine County Master Gardeners, 4-H Coordinator Lorelei Finley, with help from Pine City Garden Club members.

They also learned about why pollinators are so important for our food supply. On the last day the older students learned about bluebirds and built a bluebird house to take home and put up. Each session included a snack with a lesson that related to the topic of the day presented by Pine County 4-H Coordinator Finley.

Master Gardener Lyn Johnson has chaired this project for the last 12 years. Her husband Al cut and pre-drilled 14 bluebird house kits for the students to assemble. Other Pine County Master Gardeners who helped included: Charles Mans, Jon Hjelm, Darlene Collins, Tad Nordstrom, Kathy Farr, and garden club members Colleen Gallus and Sandy Mathison.

Some of t he funds for the bluebird house materials were donated by the Pine County Master Gardeners.

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Music, food and fun in the sun at Art in the Park Pine City’s Robinson Park has been the home of good food, good tunes and mighty good weather the past two Fridays, and organizers are hoping their luck holds as The Jolly Zuks bring their polka prowess to the pavilion stage on June 19.

Royal Neighbors raise veggies Royal Neighbors, Grasston Chapter 5146, got together to plant 30 pots of cherry tomatoes, cabbage, broccoli and peppers.

Some tomatoes will be given to the ladies at Grasston Senior Dining. The remaining tomatoes, peppers, cabbage and broccoli will be taken to the Women’s Refuge.

Pictured (l-r): Bernadine Damann, Donna and Daryl Golly, Teresa Kukowski, and Don Damann.

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Chamber Golf Tournament A special thank you to those that made our annual Golf Tournament a success: Steve Gamec and the Pine City Country Club staff; planning team members – Sara Helseth, Julie Stevens, Wayne Gilman & Butch Nicoll; volunteers Julie Samuelson (Hands for Pine City) as well as Lezlie Bergstrom & Lacy Johnson (Pine Insurance Agency). Your time and commitment to making this tournament a success each year does not go unnoticed.

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The 2015 Chamber Golf Tournament Champion trophy was awarded to Pine City Public Schools with golfers Troy Anderson, Wally Connaker, Dave Arola & Bill Christianson representing the school team this year.

A new Mixed Division trophy was introduced this year for teams with at least one female golfer. The traveling trophy was awarded to FirstLight Health System with golfers Sandy Moore, Julie Miller, Joe Lind and Jake Ellingson representing the team.

Register your team for the Amazing Race 2015 First introduced at the 2014 Freedom Fest event, the Pine City Amazing Race is returning for a second year. We are looking for 20 teams that are ready to take on the challenge of exploring Pine City with a race around town that will test both your knowledge of the community and your willingness to have a little fun!

The Amazing Race is limited to the first 20 teams that register (online registration available at www.pinecitychamber.com).

Registration fee per team is just $35 and teams can consist of 2-4 members. Read all the guidelines on our event page prior to completing your registration.

NEXT CHAMBER MEETING: JULY 7, 2015

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS Julie Stevens, President (Stearns Bank) Wayne Gilman, Vice President (Pine City Schools) Corey Berube (Frandsen Bank & Trust) Joan Bloemendaal-Gruett (Pine Technical College) Frank Christopherson (US Bank) Todd Cummings (Individual Member) Joe Dvorak (FirstLight Health System) Sara Helseth (MINPACK, Inc.)

Bonnie Menigo (Old Oak Inn) TJ Musgrove (Individual Member) Butch Nicoll (Nicoll’s Café) Erin Skalicky (Ruby’s Pantry) Dan Washburn (Anytime Fitness) Jackie Westeren (Student Director, PCHS) Gunnar Nilsson (Student Director, PCHS) Open Position (Student Director, PTCC)

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Rising of the Majstang Pole (Swedish Midsummer pole).

Special music by The Spirit River Scandiband.

Folk Ring Dances around the Majstang Pole.

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Young Dragons earn fitness award The Presidential Physical Fitness Award national fitness program helps assess the current fitness level of youths ages 6-17. These Pine City Elementary students achieved an outstanding 85th percentile level or above on all five fitness components measured. These tests include upper and abdominal muscular strength, cardiovascular endurance, speed, agility, and flexibility.

1st grade – Back row: Kennedy McKenzie, Sophie Wynn, Addison Blaiser, Brady Berglund, Rhivers Sauter; bottom row: Gracie Larsen, Alana Linnell, Darian Hall, Teagan Rasinski, Jaxon Karas; not pictured: Nevaeh Schleret

5th grade – Back row: Chloe Gerner, Meaghan Macho, Casey Knutson, Ariel Schneider, Miriam Fromm, Gavin Rockstroh, Seth Linnell; middle row: Drake Willert, Abigail Elliot, Jason Thieman, Brody Clark, Beth Kemen, Emma Aragonez, Dylan Anderson-Hernandez; bottom row: Jacob Lindahl, Cole Waxberg, Hailee Rydberg, Elijah Root, Dorothy Miller, Madison Berglund, Mason Mikyska

6th grade – Back row: Kensington Tayerle, Holly Haug, Lilyanna Zabaske-Westveer, Ainsley Vinaja, Allison Cavallin; bottom row: Lucas Struss, Logan Mayer, Kelsey Kidder, Lydia Adams

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2nd grade – Back row: Jace Peterson, Isaac Westrum, Morgan Macho, Claire Verrett, Samantha Root, Kacee Hiler, Peyton Bothwell; front row: Sawyer McDaniel, Max Nutter, Daniel Milliman, Roman McKinney, Eli Fromm, Austin Wiener, Levi Wilson; not pictured: Stella Helseth

3rd grade – Back row: Summer Thieman, Andee Winters, Arissa Rydberg, Reina Brown, Abi Aagaard, Brenna Youngbauer, Kylie Nascene; middle row: Lexy Brockner, Caleb Miller, Gavin Broz, Lena Roubinek, Natalie Laven, Eva Johnson; bottom row: Elliot Blatz, Autumn Rockstroh, Anna Oelker, Brian Birdsall, Adrianna Logan, Rosita Becerra

4th grade – Back row: Maggie Smetana, Emma Johnson, Ella Sell, Addi Sell, Emma Mayer, Claire Emmons, Luke Wilson; mIddle row: Dylan Wasche, Bryce Erickson, Caleb Cunnien, Carly Sheppard, Jasmine Schneider, Sophia Lahti, Riley Cummings; bottom row: Jose Becerra, Daisy Huff, Isabelle Jarveis, Andre Gleason, Lamont Sydney, Ryan Prihoda

RED CROSS SWIMMING LESSONS 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 evening lessons available For additional registration information call 320-629-2575 ext. 109 or all details can be found at www.Pinecity.govoffice.com

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BRIDGES: Cost of repairing/replacing 10 bridges comes in at roughly $5,000,000 FROM PAGE 1

at an estimated cost of $600,000; • Bridge L3001 on CSAH 13, a b ridge along Brook Park Road just north of CSAH 11/Henriette Road, $300,000; • Bridge L3002 on CSAH 14, a bridge over Pokegama Creek along Beroun Crossing Road, $500,000. LeBrun said this would replace an old timber bridge with a box culvert, and construction will start this fall.

• Bridge L5966, a Pine City Township bridge along Valburn Road south of County Road 111, $125,000.

In other action, the Pine County Board: THANKED County Auditor Cathy Clemmer and Forester Greg Beck for their work in auctioning off 11,101 cords of timber from county-owned tax-forfeited land which netted $769,872.55 in new revenue for Pine County. A spen, oak and jack pine pulp represented the highest timber values, with aspen pulp selling at $88.33 per cord. Most of the timber was purchased by Saapi and FutureWood, along with Gibson Logging, and Duane Glienke.

APPROVED the purchase of a c ooling system for the server room at the Pine County Courthouse at a cost of $ 47,332. The new system will isolate the server room while serving as a backup for the rest of the courthouse. The system is expected to h ave a t woyear payback, as a result of reduced cooling costs for the courthouse building’s main cooling system. T he county also will get cost estimates for replacing the old boiler at the Pine Government Center.

SCHEDULED a public hearing during the board’s June 16 meeting to consider a request from two businesses for seasonal liquor licenses, including the new Pokegama Shores RV Park. The county may award up to 10 seasonal licenses outside incorporated areas of the county. Clemmer said the licenses most likely would extend from March 1 to Nov. 30 and would result in reduced license fees and insurance costs for the ap-

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Pine County provided this map showing the location of the five Pine City area bridges slated to be repaired or replaced.

plicants due to a shorter timeframe than annual liquor licenses.

APPROVED accepting a grant to fund a health and human services financial fraud investigator, along with Aitkin, Carlton and Kanabec counties.

WELCOMED new Probation Director Terry Fawcett

and Land Resources Manager Caleb Anderson.

APPROVED a resolution accepting a $17,220.15 payment from the Minnesota Department of Transportation for the Highway 70 detour during construction this summer. The detour will follow CSAHs 2, 3, and 61 during half of the construction timeframe.

AFSCME: New union contract approved BEARS: Lock away food and garbage FROM PAGE 1

The retroactive increase for the general maintenance work will be based on the hire date of Oct. 1, 2014.

In approving the new agreement with AFSCME, the city council denied an AFSCME grievance, which alleged that the city treated liquor store employees, who are members of the Teamsters Union, differently.

Interim City Administrator Jerry Bohnsack pointed out that the AFSCME agreement clearly and unambiguously states that

if city employees receive a general base wage increase, or COLA, employees in the bargaining unit are to r eceive the same wage adjustment. “AFSCME has been offered the same COLA adjustment received by the Liquor Store employees,” he said.

In other action, the council: NOTED that new City Administrator Ken Cammilleri would be in Pine City on Friday, June 12 to get better acquainted with council members and city employees prior to his actual start date here on Monday, June 29.

APPROVED the preliminary site plan for Leisure Designs, LLC’s proposed 10,000 square foot addition to the east side of their building in the Pine City Technology Park. Council Member Brian Scholin said the expansion could add a handful of new manufacturing jobs.

APPROVED spending $1,775, representing half the cost of r eplacing 170 feet of b ad curb along the east side of 8th Street SW in front of the playground south of Pine City Elementary School. Pine City Schools plans to construct a sidewalk in this area for a child drop-off zone.

ACCEPTED a $500 donation from New Horizon Thrift Store toward the purchase of pagers and radios for the Pine City Fire Department.

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the county messing with garbage and reachable bird feeders.

“Black bears continued to keep things interesting by visiting those homes that forget to lock away food and garbage,” Grundmeier said. “After getting chased into the house by momma bear, a couple of homeowners realized the importance of not messing with cubs that show up looking for food.”

In a p ress release, the DNR noted that bears emerging from hibernation begin looking for food at a t ime when berries can be scarce, and may be tempted by dog food, livestock feed, birdseed, compost or garbage.

And allowing bears to forage for food in a yard can be dangerous to b ears and people both. Although bears are normally shy and usually flee when encountered, they may defend an area if they are feeding or are with their young.

The DNR does not relocate problem bears. Experience has shown that bears seldom remain where they are released. They may return to where they were caught or become a problem somewhere else.

Weekly DNR conservation officer reports can be found at http://www.dnr.state.mn.us/enforcement.

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The DNR offers some tips for avoiding bear conflicts.

Around the yard: • Do not leave food from barbeques and picnics outdoors, especially overnight. Coolers are not bear-proof.

• Replace hummingbird feeders with hanging flower baskets, which are also attractive to hummingbirds.

• Eliminate birdfeeders or hang them 10 feet up and 4 feet out from the nearest trees.

• Use a rope and pulley system to refill birdfeeders, and clean up seeds that spill onto the ground. Where bears are a nuisance, birdfeeders should be taken down between April 1 and Dec. 1.

• Store pet food inside and feed pets inside. If pets must be fed outdoors, feed them only as much as they will eat.

• Clean and store barbeque grills after each use. Store in a secure shed or garage away from windows and doors.

• Pick fruit from trees as soon as it’s ripe, and collect fallen fruit immediately.

• Limit compost piles to grass, leaves and garden clippings, and turn piles regularly. Adding lime can reduce smells and help decomposition. Do not add food scraps. Kitchen scraps can be composted indoors in a worm box with minimal odor.

• Harvest garden produce as it matures. Locate gardens away from forests and shrubs that bears may use for cover.

• Use native plants in landscaping whenever possible.

Clover and dandelions will attract bears.

• For bee hives, elevate them on bear-proof platforms or erect properly designed electric fences.

• Do not put out feed for wildlife (like corn, oats, pellets or molasses blocks).

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Week 3 Team Wins Dave Ruis/Andy Olson 9 Jessica Dehkes/Mel Wimmer 7 Al Barclay/Jen O’Neil 7 Eric Dehkes/Taylor Dehkes 6 Hoss Otis/Joyce Teich 5 Jamie Scarbrough/Nate Dehkes 4 Janet Turner/Cora Lundquist 7 Terry Clementson/Jessica Clementson 2 Kim Christenson/Calab Christenson 5 Lisa Barclay/Jerry Gronau 4 Bob Fore/Bob Buros 3 Lori Fore/Steve Fore 3 Del Steele/Jamie Hepburn 1 Trevor Teich/Jason Teeman 3 James Donahue/Trevor Willhite 2 Nick Johnson/Curt Disher 4

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One of the best things about summer in Minnesota is strawberry season. It is easy to preserve the flavors of summer by making some jam or jelly. Making jam and jelly is chemistry in action. Proportions are critical when making jellied fruit products, so follow the recipe and measure carefully. When cooking jelly remember that it should be boiled rapidly, not simmered, for the length of time given in the recipe. There are four basic requirements for jam or jelly: 1. Fruit: Pick fruit that are bright, fully colored, and at the peak of fl avor. A rule of thumb for preserving food at home: you will never end up with a b etter product than the quality of p roduce you started with. Refrigerate the berries as soon as you can after picking. Store unwashed berries in the refrigerator for two to three days at most. I prefer to freeze excess berries in pre-measured quantities to make jam in the winter when the heat and moisture of ja m making are a welcome addition to home.

2. Sugar: Most recipes use nearly equal amounts of sugar and fruit. The sugar is the preservative in the jam or jelly. It protects the flavor and quality of the jam. Too little sugar may allow yeasts and molds to grow. Low sugar pectin mixes are avail-

able and the proper ratio of sugar and acid are critical to getting a good set.

3. Acid: The proper level of acidity is critical to gel formation in most jam. If there is too little acid, the gel will never set; if there is too much acid, the gel will lose liquid (weep). The acid also aids in preserving the color and flavor of the product and lowers the pH ensuring the product will store safely. Lemon juice or citric acid are common acids used to make jam.

4. Pectin: Pectins are the substances in fruits that form a gel when they are in the right combination with acid and sugar.

While all fruits contain some pectin, some have enough to form a gel on their own, while others, including strawberries, contain little pectin and use commercial pectin in order to make jam or jelly. I use Pomona Pectin when I make jam. It is a low methoxyl pectin that uses calcium to set, instead of acid and sugar. This allows me to use half the sugar of most jam recipes and ensure the jam sets consistently.

For a sh elf stable product it is best to fill sterile jam or jelly style canning jars, leaving 1/4-inch headspace, seal with self-sealing lids and rings, and process six minutes, completely submersed in boiling water (if you don’t sterilize the jars first, process for 11 minutes). Always follow the recipe and remember, if your jelly doesn’t gel, you still have a de licious syrup for pancakes or ice cream!

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Pine City scholarship winners

Pine Food Shelf volunteers needed

Pine City Schools report that graduating seniors have been awarded over $336,000 in scholarships for the first year of college. Of that, over $97,610 comes from generous local contributions by the many organizations that make scholarships a priority in the Pine City community.

Of the graduating Class of 2 015, 54 percent will attend a four year college, 23 percent will attend a community or technical college/ school, 18 percent will work full time, and five percent will join the United States military.

Benjamin Anderson: Jordan Satter Memorial Scholarship Jennifer Babolik: Immaculate Conception of Catholic Women, Sons of American Legion Scholarship, Frandsen Bank & Trust Scholarship, Miss Pine City, De La Salle Christian Brothers Scholarship, Saint Mary’s Leadership Scholarship, Rock Creek Lions Scholarship, Tharon Lindroth Memorial and Minnesota Masonic Charities, Pine City Lions-Girls Community Service Scholars, Pine Area Lions Haylee Baker: St. Scholastica Benedictine Scholarship Jacob Barstad: American Legion 51, Sandy Stumne Memorial Scholarship Amanda Basta: Odendahl, Maxine and Bud Memorial Scholarship, New Horizon Thrift Store Scholarship, Robert Andersen Memorial Scholarship, Miss Pine City Sponsorship Scholarship, Miss Pine City Community Involvement Kathryn Bombard: Frandsen Bank & T rust Scholarship, Patrick Bombard Memorial/ Pizza Pub Scholarship, St. Scholastica Benedictine Scholarship, NCSRCC Scholarship, Catholic student Wynonna Brown: Daniel Fedder Memorial Scholarship, Fairview Lakes Auxiliary Scholarship, St. Catherine’s Presidential Scholarship, St. Catherine Alumni Referral Scholarship, Pine City Hinckley Garbage Service Scholarship, Pine Area Lions Maria Carpenter: Heidi Benoit Memorial Scholarship, Beau Berglund Memorial Scholarship, Academic and Leadership Scholarship, Pine City Masons and Minnesota Masonic Charities Austin Cavallin: Knights of Columbus, Iron Range Scholarship Julia Christianson: Pine City Activities AAA Scholarship, Daniel Fedder Memorial Scholarship, Erhart, Allen Memorial Scholarship, Rock Creek Lions Scholarship, Nick and Aubrey Olson Memorial Scholarship, Derek Rootkie Memorial/Overcoming the Obstacle Connor Clark: William John Christen Memorial Scholarship Easton Foss: Pine City Activities AAA Scholarship, Oak Park Dental Scholarship, St. Scholastica Benedictine Scholarship, Alliss Scholarship, Alumni Referral Scholarship Starr Freeman: American Legion 51 Mitchell Hansmann: Knutson Real Estate, Inc. Outstanding Athlete Scholarship, Automatic Scholarship, Concordia Scholarship Chantal Hecht: Tim Caza Family Memorial Scholarship Tiffany Heisler: Frandsen Bank & T rust Scholarship, St. Scholastica Benedictine Scholarship, St. Scholastica Alumni Referral Scholarship

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The Pine Community Food Shelf is looking for volunteers to work two hours per week. Office hours are Mondays 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Wednesdays 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Thursdays 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., and Fridays 10 a.m. to noon. Husband and wife teams are welcome. For more information, contact Louise Johnson at 320-629-0128 during the above office hours.

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Pine City’s scholarship winners gather at a special school ceremony.

Elijah Johnson: Cross Lake Association Scholarship, Lonnie Johnson Agricultural Scholarship, National Wild Turkey Federation, Pine City Music Boosters Scholarship, FirstLight Health System Auxiliary, Pine City Education Association, Oak Park Dental Scholarship, Faculty Scholarship, Pokegama Lake Association on behalf of Richard H. Lars Jedediah Johnson: Lonnie Johnson Agricultural Scholarship, Pine City Education Association, Beau Berglund Memorial Scholarship, Burnett Dairy Co-Op Scholarship, Tozer Foundation, Federated Co-Op Scholarship, Presidential Scholarship Austin Knoll: Alumni Referral Scholarship, St. Scholastica Benedictine Scholarship, St. Scholastica Grant Miranda Lindahl: Hinckley-Pine City Flames Snowmobile Club, Sandy Stumne Memorial Scholarship, Van Prooien Trust Scholarship Katlyn Lindblom: Beau Berglund Memorial Scholarship, St. Catherine’s Presidential Scholarship Coleman Lombard: Saint Cloud State Presidential Scholarship Megan Long: Immaculate Conception of Catholic Women, Erhart, Allen Memorial Scholarship, Pine City Education Association, Tozer Foundation, Lake State Credit Union Scholarship, Iron Range Scholarship Cora Lundquist: Erhart, Allen Memorial Scholarship, Pine City Education Association, St. Catherine’s Presidential Scholarship, East Central Energy Scholarship, I.U.O.E. Local 49 Scholarship Alexis Miller: Pine City Music Boosters Scholarship, Oak Park Dental Scholarship, Rock Creek Lions Scholarship, East Central Energy Scholarship, St. Scholastica Benedictine Scholarship, Pine City Ambassador Scholarship, Alumni Referral Scholarship, Plastech Corporation Scholarship Jared Montague: Pine City Music Boosters Scholarship, Hinckley-Pine City Flames Snowmobile Club Alumni Scholarship Andrew Moris: Beau Berglund Memorial Scholarship, Lake State Credit Union Scholarship Macee North: University of St. Thomas Award Anthony Pitzen: Pine City Activities AAA Scholarship, Pine City Music Boosters Scholarship, Knights of C olumbus, Erhart, Allen Memorial Scholarship, Beau Berglund Memorial Scholarship, Oak Park Dental Scholarship, East Central En-

ergy Scholarship, Pine City Lions-Boys Community Service Scholars, U Promise Scholarship James Pixley: National Wild Turkey Federation, Hinckley-Pine City Flames Snowmobile Club, Pine City Tennis Scholarship, Dean’s Scholarship Ruth Rike: Hinckley-Pine City Flames Snowmobile Club, Pine City Tennis Scholarship, Patrick Bombard Memorial/ Pizza Pub Scholarship, St. Catherine Alumni Referral Scholarship, Dean’s Scholarship Samuel Roberto: Pine City Music Boosters Scholarship, Tim Caza Memorial Scholarship Jaysa Saumer: East Central Energy Scholarship, St. Cloud Presidential Scholarship Nicole Schultz: Jordan Satter Memorial Scholarship Trinity Seals: Pine City Music Boosters Scholarship Rona Seegebarth: Henderson/Anderson Family Scholarship Sydney Skeie: St. Scholastica Benedictine Scholarship Abby Skluzacek: Pine City Music Boosters Scholarship, McNally Smith Founder’s Grant, Pine Area Lions Jonah Spahr: Tozer Foundation, Pine City Masons and Minnesota Masonic Charities, Dean’s Scholarship Jordan Stevens: Federated Co-Op Scholarship Nicholas Teich: Coldwell Banker Scholarship, New Horizon Thrift Store Scholarship McKenna Tindal: Van Prooien Trust Scholarship Tannah Torgerson: Sandy Stumne Memorial Scholarship McKenna Webster: Pine City Music Boosters Scholarship, Erhart, Allen Memorial Scholarship, Pine City Education Association, Oak Park Dental Scholarship, FirstLight Health System Scholarship, Fairview Lakes Auxiliary Scholarship Jacqueline Westeren: Pine City Activities AAA Scholarship, Pine City Music Boosters Scholarship, Erhart, Allen Memorial Scholarship, Pine City Education Association, Tozer Foundation, Miss Pine City, Miss Pine City Academic Scholarship, Arthur Holmes Award James White: Pine City Activities AAA Scholarship, Erhart, Allen Memorial Scholarship, Marguerite Gilmore Scholarship, Tozer Foundation, Wheaton Presidential Scholarship Michael Woulfe: UMD Outstanding for first-year students Eric Zamorano: Sandy Stumne Memorial Scholarship, Concordia Opportunity Grant, Theatre Scholarship

The University of M innesota Extension Pine County Office is now equipped to offer testing of pressure canner gauges for home canners. Pressure canners are required for canning low-acid vegetables, meats, fish and poultry.

It is recommended that dial gauges be tested for accuracy each canning season. The canner gauge can be brought to the Extension Office; if unsuccessful in removing the gauge, or if the model is not designed to det ach, bring in the canner lid. Metal weighted gauges need not be tested.

Persons planning to preserve food with a pressure canner are encouraged to check the rubber gasket, if the canner has one. The gasket should be flexible and soft, not brittle, sticky or cracked – if it is, it should be replaced. Also, make sure any small pipes or vent openings are clean and open prior to canning.

To use the self-serve dial gauge testing station, stop by the Pine County Extension Office during the hours of 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday. U of M E xtension is located in the Pine County Courthouse, 635 Northridge Drive NW, Suite 280, Pine City, MN. Contact the office at 800-657-3813 with questions or for more information.

For general home canning questions and other household issues contact the University of Minnesota Extension Answer Line at 800-854-1678. Calls are answered Monday-Friday between 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. and 1 - 4 p.m.

Pine County lacks mobile crisis services

Mobile crisis services are available in most places in Minnesota to ad dress the state’s mental health needs. A provider or team is dispatched to where an individual is.

They then assess and de-escalate the situation to address immediate needs. Crisis stabilization services continue beyond the initial encounter, connecting the individual to community services, a key asset to recovery. However, Pine County is one of 13 counties lacking a mobile crisis team at this time.

“Mobile crisis services are about providing the help needed, where and when it’s needed,” said Shannah Mulvihill, Executive Director of M ental Health Minnesota.

“When mobile crisis services are not available, people in mental health crisis often end up in hospitals, even though that may not be the best place for them to move into recovery. We are very pleased with this additional investment by the state Legislature, and hope that it will help ensure that mobile crisis services are available in every county in Minnesota, 24/7.”

Pine County groups receive history grants

The Minnesota Historical Society (MNHS) has announced that two Pine County groups are among the most recent recipients of close to $762,000 in funding from two grant programs funded by the Legacy Amendment’s Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund. Both grant programs are meant to preserve, conserve and enhance access to Minnesota’s cultural heritage.

“The latest grants rounds set new records for the most applications received in a single round,” said Carolyn Veeser-Egbide, MNHS grants manager. “It is exciting to see Minnesotans enthusiastic about preserving history and know that future generations are being given a wonderful legacy.”

The Pine City Library Foundation received $9,385 to be used to purchase a microfilm reader/printer/scanner to make microfilmed records more accessible to the public.

The Pine County Historical Society received $9,646 to provide better organization of the museum collections, allowing for greater public access to the community’s historic resources.

Aquatic robotics program offered

Youth and adult volunteers are needed to take part in a new and exciting Aquatic Robotics Program.

Participating youth and adult volunteers will attend a two day training where they will design and build ROVs (Remotely Operated Vehicles), learn about water quality, gain knowledge on aquatic invasive species, and gain skills to make a difference in their community. Training and program support will be provided by University of Minnesota Extension Professionals and Screened Volunteers. After participants receive training, participants will apply their knowledge by using the underwater robotic technology to conduct water testing and monitoring of local waters.

This program is geared for youth in grades six and up that have a p assion for science, engineering, water, or making a difference in their community. Adult volunteers are also needed to support the youth participants; no prior aquatic robotics experience is needed.

For more information, including training dates and registration, contact the University of Minnesota Extension, Pine County Office, at 800-657-3813 or mnext-pine@ umn. edu.

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Pine City High School 2015 third quarter honor roll Principal’s List SEVENTH GRADE Erickson, Kelsey Faur, Ashley Gilbert, Sierra N Graff, Andrew Guzik, Emily Havel, Alexis Helmin, Kianna L Helseth, Isabelle Jusczak, Konnor L Koffler, Daisy D Nutt, Kaitlyn Perlick, Brody Preston, Joel A Sanders, Isabelle Schueller, Emily Tomczyk, Erin Webster, Nathaniel B Wicktor, Tanner EIGHTH GRADE Alleman, Chloe Aragonez, Isabelle A Butenhoff, Makayla R Cahill, Elizabeth Elliot, Emily Hancock, Jenica Johnson, Chloe C Lorsung, Hannah M Miller, Lindsay Prihoda, Kaylee Sparling, Abbe Wagner, Katherine L Waxberg, Alexandra I Wicktor, Jolie NINTH GRADE Ballou, Kaitlyn J Graves, Max W Guzik, Carina Knutson, Kristina Langmade, Grace M Overtoom, Emily G Peters, Nicole Rademacher, Jacob Stumbaugh, Madisen L Tomczyk, Jill Webster, Ashli A TENTH GRADE Blake, Ryan Bursott, Alyssa L Cahill, Natalie Crawford, Jacqueline M Graff, Maria M Hansmann, Austin W Lundquist, Elsie A Miller, Anna Pangerl, Breckan B Rydberg, Melinda R Tayerle, Mariah K Whaley, Kimberly J

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President’s academic award winners The following ninth grade students have met the criteria for the President’s Academic Award, with a GPA minimum 3.5 and 85 percent on math or reading tests. Bottom row: Luke LeBrun, Nathan Kleppe, Adam Archambault and Beau Steele. Row 2: Jared Barker, Remington Steele, Jacob Rademacher, Riley Palmer, Jill Tomczyk and Grace Langmade.

Row 3: Johnathan Reynolds, Max Graves, Rachel Johnson, Emily Overtoom and Madisen Stumbaugh. Top row: Kristina Kuntson, Kaitlyn Ballou, Allison Brown, Carina Guzik, and Ashli Webster.

Husom, Hannah Johnson, Annabell R Juhl, Jade P Schmidt, Emma NINTH GRADE Archambault, Adam M Johnson, Rachel Perlick, Kaley Reynolds, Johnathan M Saumer, Kelly Steele, Beau Tallarico, Ava Weber, Jacob TENTH GRADE Darlow, Taylor M Dunbar, Ariel N Kline, Taylor L Lindblom, Jacob D Martin, Maddie L Willert, Samantha M

ELEVENTH GRADE Adams, Noah H Brytowski, Jessica Gusk, Allison P Keeney, Kiley D Kloeckl, McKenzie M Larson, Marie E Stream, Cassidy J Vo, Sara T

ELEVENTH GRADE Foster, Maggie R Jusczak, Kole T Keyport, Kathryn M LeBrun, Gracie Luck-Peehl, Danielle M Mosher, Nina C Pavelka, Erin K Swanson, Chelsea K Wahlstroem, Jerry

TWELFTH GRADE Bombard, Kathryn A Johnson, Elijah R Johnson, Jedediah J Miller, Alexis M Roberto, Samuel A Webster, McKenna F Westeren, Jacqueline A White, James T

TWELFTH GRADE Carpenter, Maria C Houtari, Aaron M Long, Megan E Miesner, Cassi J Seegebarth, Rona M Spahr, Jonah R Thornton, Seth J Torgerson, Tannah K

A Honor Roll SEVENTH GRADE Bombard, Sarah J Christenson, Alexander Eckert, Austin Gerhardson, Abby R Graham, Ronni J Laven, Alexander J Logan, Seth D Long, Matthew A Merrick, Jacob Miller, George N Miller, Noah Nutt, Amanda Pantlin, Scarlet R Steele, Alaina Willhite, Emma

B Honor Roll SEVENTH GRADE Bergstrom, Dustin A Blatz, Ethan Christen, Sophia Chromey, Allyson K Clementson, Derek V Cunnien, Megan Dalen, Tucker L DePoppe, Trever Fromm, Christian Gerner, Timarie Hollan, Gabriel James, Emily E Johanson, Charlee J Johnson, Jordan A Johnson, Kiya L Kaminski, Wyatt J Kearns, Jaylun D

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PINE CITY PIONEER

JUNE 18, 2015 www.pinecitymn.com

IN MEMORY

THANK YOU

James Gilbey July 23, 1946 - March 2, 2013

As we look back over time, we find ourselves wondering...

Did we remember to thank you enough for all you did for us? For all the times you were by our side to help and support, to understand our problems, for teaching us by your example the value of hard work, good judgment and courage?

We wonder if we ever thanked you for the sacrifices you made to l et us have the best. And for the simple things like laughter, smiles, and times we shared.

If we forgot to show our gratitude enough for all the things you did, we are thanking you now, and hoping you knew all along how much you meant to us.

Missing you on Father’s Day, Love, Bandit

The family of t he late Benjamin Franklin Hancock Jr. who died on May 31, 2015 would like to thank all those who responded to t he accident and stroke on M ay 26 on Sunny Hill Road.

Thank you to the Pine City Fire department and Chief Miller, Essentia Health Ambulance, the Pine County Sheriff’s department, State Patrol, the Helicopter Air crew, and the Township grader operator Eric Bjorklund.

Working on a n arrow road, in a deep, wet ditch, everyone was professional and kept Ben comfortable. The early lifesaving procedures and diagnosis gave him a chance. Although we learned later the stroke was very large.

Thank you to the staff at Regions hospital, Swanson’s Funeral Chapel and Pastor Dennis Eng, the Honor Guard of t he Pine City VFW and American Legion and the MN National Guard.

Thank you especially to a ll those friends and families for their thoughts and prayers.

He will be missed by all.

The family of Ben Hancock Jr.

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

OBITUARIES

David Martin Thompson, age 67 of T North Branch, passed N away Monday June 8, a 22015 at GracePointe Crossing Gables West C iin Cambridge.

David was born Oct. 116, 1947 in Fairmont tto Robert and Fern ((Ebeling) Thompson.

He graduated from H Fairmont Senior High F School with the class of 1965. He then went on and attended Worthington Junior College. He worked at Cashway Gas Station until 1972 when he moved to Pine City where he leased a Texaco Truck Stop and Restaurant. He later moved to N orth Branch and managed various gas stations in the Twin Cities.

After many years in the gas station service industry, he opened TLC Greenhouse in North Branch which he operated for several years. He later drove transit bus for Laidlaw before health issues forced him to retire. He enjoyed fishing, bowling, golfing and raising plants and flowers.

He is survived by his three sisters, Joyce (Wendell) Lauseng of Fairmont, Judy (Mike “Pete”) Fish of North Branch, and Jolene Thompson of North Branch; uncle, Alvin “Bud” Thompson; and many nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his parents, Robert and Fern Thompson; infant brother, Dale.

Visitation was Friday, June 12, 2015 at Grandstrand Funeral Home in North Branch. Memorial Service was Saturday, June 13, 2015 at Lakeview Funeral Home in Fairmont with Chaplain Russ Steele officiating. Interment followed the service at Fairview Memorial Park Cemetery in Fairmont.

Arrangements were under the direction of Grandstrand Funeral Home in North Branch and Lakeview Funeral Home in Fairmont. Condolences can be left at www.grandstrandfh.com.

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

David M. Thompson

Sandy Arras Sandy Arras, age 59, of Big Lake, was born July 8, 1955 in Rush J City, and passed away June 8, 2015 in Coon J Rapids. She graduated R ffrom Pine City High School in 1973.

Sandy is preceded in death by her parents, Helen and Are nold Olson; brothers, n Ken and Dale Olson; K nephew, Wade Olson. n She is survived by her husband of 26 years, Jim; son, Jackson; sisters, Karen (Ken) Schultz, Sherry Olson, Janice (Tad) Porter, and Janet Burczek (Dave Schultz); sister-in-law, Phyllis Olson; brothers-in-law, Jack Arras and Ron Alarcon.

Memorial service was Saturday, June 13, 2015 at Dare’s Funeral Home, 805 Main St., Elk River; 763441-1212; www.daresfuneralservice.com.

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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Where You Get the Most Out of Life

(320) 384-7373 • 710 Spring Lane, Hinckley

Date 6/8 6/9 6/10 6/11 6/12 6/13 6/14

Sundays and festival days.

The businesses below invite you to attend the church of your choice.

www.ElderwoodofHinckley.com

WEATHER

320-629-6771 www.pinecitymn.com

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

South Pine Baptist Church formerly Trinity Baptist Fellowship Pine City Library Community Room, 300 5th St SE Pine City, MN Pastor Dennis Eng 320-336-9292 Sunday School 9:30 a.m.

Sunday Service 10:30 a.m.

Wednesday Bible study at 7p.m.

Call for location www.southpinebaptist.com

Zion Lutheran Church 410 Main St. S, Pine City Worship 9 a.m.

Wednesday Service 7 p.m.

Growing in Grace Preschool Mon-Wed- Fri a.m.

Pastor Glen Kleppe 320-629-3683

Grasston Baptist Church 402 N. Oak St. Grasston, MN 55030 www.grasstonbaptist.org info@grasstonbaptisit.org 320.396.2645 Worship Service 9:30am Sunday School 10:45am

JUNE 18, 2015

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SUMMARY OF MINUTES OF PINE COUNTY BOARD MEETING Regular Meeting - Tuesday, May 5, 2015,10:00 a.m.

Public Health Building, Sandstone, Minnesota Chair Hallan called the meeting to order at 10:00 a.m. Present were Commissioners Steve Chaffee, Curt Rossow and Matt Ludwig. Also present were County Attorney Reese Frederickson and County Administrator David Minke. Commissioner Josh Mohr was absent (excused).

The Pledge of Allegiance was said.

Chair Hallan called for public comment. There was no public comment.

Commissioner Ludwig moved to approve the amended Agenda. Second

by Commissioner Chaffee. Motion carried 4-0.

Commissioner Ludwig moved to approve the Minutes of the April 21, 2015 board meeting and Summary for publication. Second by Commissioner Chaffee. Motion carried 4-0.

Commissioner Chaffee moved to approve the Minutes of the April 21, 2015 Special Meeting-City/County Relations. Second by Commissioner Ludwig.

Motion carried 4-0.

Minutes of Boards, Committees and Correspondence Pine County Land Surveyor Monthly Report - April 2015 Pine County HRA Senior Housing Board of Directors Regular Meeting Minutes March 25, 2015 Pine County Soil and Water Conservation District Minutes April 2, 2015 Commissioner Ludwig moved to acknowledge the Minutes of Boards, Committees and Correspondence. Second by Commissioner Chaffee. Motion carried 4-0.

Commissioner Rossow moved to approve the amended Consent Agenda.

Second by Commissioner Ludwig. Motion carried 4-0.

Disbursements Journal Report, April 1, 2015 - April 30, 2015.

Approve the following Applications for Abatement: Steven & Sharon White, 34329 So. Sand Rd., Sturgeon Lake; Leslie Nordquist, 69009 Cane Creek Rd.; Thomas LaBathe, 88952 Sturgeon Island Road, Sturgeon Lake; and Dewey Samuelson, 26763 Northern Road, Pine City.

Approve an On/Off Sunday Liquor License for Tommy's Lakeside Bar & Grill, LLC for May 6-August 31, 2015, subject to State approval.

Approve a Temporary 3.2 License for the annual Sandstone Bulls & Barrels event May 15-17, 2015, 52820 County Highway 61, Sandstone. Subject to approval by Dell Grove Township, Pine County Sheriff and Pine County Attorney.

Approve acceptance of $325 donation from Piper Bixby to be dedicated to the HHS Parent Support Outreach Program.

Summary Board Minutes -Pine County Board of Commissioners Page 1 May 5,2015 Approve the promotion of Lori Fore to Public Health Supervisor (C52), effective May 6, 2015, with a starting wage of $31.50 per hour and authorize backfill of her position (without Team Leader classification).

Approve Andrea Wiener to complete an unpaid internship through HHS under the supervision of Barbara Schmidt.

Approve attendance by Michelle Kelash, fiscal officer, to the AMSSA summer conference. Total cost: $450.

Approve attendance by Lorri Houtsma and Karen Stumne, property appraisers, to the Minnesota Association of Assessing Officer (MAAO) course, Basic Income and the International Association of Assessing Officer (IAAO) course Income Approach to Valuation. Total costs: MAAO course (including lodging), $1,145; IAAO course (including lodging), $1,345.

Approve hiring of four (4) temporary watercraft inspectors: Scott Taylor, John Dodge, James Cherewan and Bob Sunstrom, at a starting pay of $10 per hour effective April 22, 2015.

Approve hiring of Building Maintenance Worker James Danielson, effective May 26, 2015, $13.21 per hour (B21, step 1).

Public Hearing - Subdivision Ordinance Public Hearing Chair Hallan opened the public hearing at 10:06 a.m. for approval of the Pine County Subdivision and Platting Ordinance. Maynard Workman, Kettle River, requested clarification on lot sizes allowed. There being no further comments, Chair Hallan closed the meeting at 10:08 a.m.

Motion by Commissioner Chaffee to approve the Pine County Subdivision and Platting Ordinance, effective June 1, 2015. Second by Commissioner Rossow. Motion carried 4-0.

The Technology Committee met April 21, 2015.

A. E911 System Replacement Motion by Commissioner Ludwig to acquire the VESTA 9-1-1 from AIRBUS Defense and Space at a cost not to exceed $138,029, with the final contract subject to review and approval ofthe county attorney. Second by Commissioner Chaffee. Motion carried 4-0.

B. ADP Payroll Returned to Committee for further consideration.

Motion by Commissioner Rossow to approve Resolution 2015-12 recognizing correctional officers and correctional employees in Pine County.

Second by Commissioner Chaffee. Motion carried 4-0.

Motion by Commissioner Chaffee to approve Resolution 2015-13 recognizing nurses in Pine County. Second by Commissioner Rossow. Motion carried 4-0.

Motion by Commissioner Chaffee to approve final payment to Hardrives, Inc. in the amount of $175,678.73 and authorize County Administrator to sign the Certificate of Final Contract Acceptance. Second by Commissioner Ludwig. Motion carried 4-0.

Motion by Commissioner Rossow to accept the equipment rental bids as presented. Second by Commissioner Ludwig. Motion carried 4-0.

A Special Meeting - City/County Relations was scheduled for September 22, 2015, 7:00 p.m., Jury Assembly Room, Pine County Courthouse, Pine City, Minnesota.

Motion by Commissioner Rossow to approve Resolution 2015-14 in support of Family Pathways providing senior services. Second by Commissioner Ludwig. Motion carried 4-0.

With no further business, Chair Hallan adjourned the county board meeting at 10:46 a.m. The next regular meeting of the county board is scheduled for May 19, 2015 at 10:00 a.m. at the Board Room, Pine County Courthouse, Pine City, Minnesota.

Stephan M. Hallan, Chair, Board of Commissioners David J. Minke, Administrator, Clerk to County Board The full text of the board's Minutes are available at the County Administrator's Office and the county's website (www.co.pine.mn.us). Copies may also be requested from the administrator's office.

Published in the Pine City Pioneer on June 18, 2015

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

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

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 rightof-way line of County Highway No. 9 (said East-West 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

SUMMARY OF MINUTES OF PINE COUNTY BOARD MEETING Regular Meeting - Tuesday, May 19, 2015,10:00 a.m.

Board Room, Pine County Courthouse, Pine City, Minnesota Chair Steve Hallan called the meeting to order at 10:00 a.m. Present were Commissioners Josh Mohr, Steve Chaffee, Curt Rossow and Matt Ludwig. Also present were County Attorney Reese Frederickson and County Administrator David Minke.

The Pledge of Allegiance was said.

Chair Hallan called for public comment.

There was no public comment.

Commissioner Rossow moved to approve the amended Agenda. Second

by Commissioner Ludwig. Motion carried 5-0.

Commissioner Chaffee moved to approve the Minutes of the May 5, 2015 county board meeting and Summary for publication. Second by Commissioner Rossow. Motion carried 5-0.

Minutes of Boards, Committees and Correspondence East Central Regional Library Minutes – April 13, 2015 Commissioner Chaffee moved to acknowledge the Minutes of Boards, Committees and Correspondence. Second by Commissioner Ludwig. Motion carried 5-0.

Commissioner Mohr moved to approve the amended Consent Agenda.

Second by Commissioner Rossow. Motion carried 5-0.

Approve: Fund April 30, 2014 April 30, 2015 Increase(Decrease) General Fund (1,775,691.57) 69,072.23 1,844,763.80 Health and Human Services Fund (372,867.61) (879,252.03) (506,384.42) Road and Bridge Fund 2,603,068.50 4,233,533.83 1,630,465.33 Land Management Fund 1,973,213.04 2,191,429.45 218,216.41 TOTAL (inc nonmajor funds) $5,886,555.91 $9,900,010.23 $4,013,454.32 Approve Application for Abatement for MN Energy Resources Corp., Sturgeon Lake Township.

County Auditor-Treasurer Cathy Clemmer provided an update from the May 13, 2015 timber sale. Total sale value - $769,872.55.

Approve a $4,500 Federal Supplemental Boating Safety Patrol grant to help enforcement of laws on area lakes and rivers. The grant covers patrol hours only.

Approve the State of Minnesota Department of Human Services MultiCounty Grant contract. Contract date is July 1, 2015 through June 30, 2017.

No county tax levy dollars pay for this service.

Approve the hiring of Environmental/GIS Technician Joe Sanders, effective May 20, 2015, $16.60 per hour, B24, step 1.

Approve the hiring of Planning and Zoning Records Temp Andrea Ollig, effective June 4, 2015, $10.00 per hour.

Approve the hiring of 4-H Summer Assistant Dorothy Scharf, effective June 1, 2015, $10.00 per hour.

Approve the hiring of Case Aide Candace Bartheidel, effective June 1, 2015, $13.91 per hour, B22.

Acknowledge the resignation of Sgt. Tom Meier effective May 4, 2015 and authorize backfill of position from the active eligibility list.

Approve IT Supervisor Ryan Findell to attend the 2015 MCCC Annual Conference. Total cost: approx. $696.84.

Approve Auditor-Treasurer Cathy Clemmer to attend the MACATFO Summer Conference. Total Cost: $573.59.

Public Hearing – Sandstone Township Septic Ordinance Public Hearing Chair Hallan opened the public hearing at 10:06 a.m. to consider adoption of an ordinance repealing the Sandstone Township Sewage and Wastewater Ordinance on behalf of Sandstone Township. There being no comment, Chair Hallan closed the meeting at 10:07 a.m.

Motion by Commissioner Chaffee to adopt the Pine County Ordinance 2015-01 on Behalf of Sandstone Township to repeal the Sandstone Township Sewage and Wastewater Ordinance. Second by Commissioner Ludwig.

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

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Motion carried 5-0.

Motion by Commissioner Ludwig to approve the purchase and installation of a server room cooler from Daikin Applied in the amount of $47,332.00.

Second by Commissioner Mohr. Motion carried 5-0.

The Personnel Committee met May 12, 2015 and made the following recommendations: Jail i. Approve the hiring of a sixth jail sergeant in lieu of a full-time corrections officer. ii. Approve the creation of a lead court security officer, B24. iii. Approve the promotion of Court Security Officer Steve Olson to lead court security officer, effective May 20, 2015, $17.95 per hour (B24). iv. Acknowledge the resignation of part-time Corrections Officer Benjamin Jahnz, effective April 22, 2015, and approve backfill.

Health & Human Services i. Acknowledge the resignation of part-time Registered Nurse Jamie Dickey, effective May 6, 2015, and approve backfill as a full-time registered nurse position. ii. Approve starting pay scale for nurse candidate, dependent upon qualifications, above step 1 of the AFSCME HHS wage scale.

Highway Acknowledge the resignation of Highway Maintenance Worker Nick Pearson, effective May 26, 2015, and approve backfill.

Motion by Commissioner Chaffee to approve the recommendations of the Personnel Committee. Second by Commissioner Rossow. Motion carried 5-0.

Motion by Commissioner Rossow to schedule a Public Hearing for June 16, 2015, at 10:15 a.m., to consider amendment of the Pine County Liquor Ordinance relating to seasonal liquor licensing.

Motion by Commissioner Rossow to approve the application for a $12,000 MPCA Grant for a two-year electric car lease. Second by Commissioner Mohr. Motion carried 5-0.

Motion by Commissioner Chaffee for final payment to Hardrives, Inc. in the amount of $86,655.46. Second by Commissioner Mohr. Motion carried 5-0.

Motion by Commissioner Ludwig to approve Resolution 2015-14 State of Minnesota Department of Transportation and Pine County Detour Agreement for Trunk Highway No. 70 Detour in the amount of $17,220.15. Second by Commissioner Chaffee. Motion carried 5-0.

Motion by Commissioner Rossow to approve Resolution 2015-15 State of Minnesota Department of Transportation and Pine County Detour Agreement for Trunk Highway No. 23 Detour in the amount of $1,028.34. Second by Commissioner Mohr. Motion carried 5-0.

County Administrator David Minke provided an update of the budget through April, 2015 reviewing the expenditure and revenue of the major funds through October. The budget is on track.

Motion by Commissioner Ludwig to approve the Deficient Bridges Resolution 2015-16. Second by Commissioner Chaffee. Motion carried 5-0.

With no further business, Chair Hallan adjourned the county board meeting at 11:04 a.m. The next regular meeting of the county board is scheduled for June 2, 2015 at 10:00 a.m. at the Public Health Building, Sandstone, Minnesota.

Stephan M. Hallan, Chair, Board of Commissioners David J. Minke, Administrator, Clerk to County Board Published in the Pine City Pioneer on June 18, 2015 MINUTES OF PINE COUNTY BOARD MEETING Special Meeting and Committee of the Whole Tuesday, May 26, 2015, 9:00 a.m.

Royalton Township Town Hall 6052 Royalton Road, Braham, Minnesota Chair Hallan called the meeting to order at 9:00 a.m. Present were Commissioners Josh Mohr, Curt Rossow and Matt Ludwig. Also present were County Attorney Reese Frederickson, County Sheriff Jeff Nelson, Health and Human Services Director Becky Foss, Child Protection Supervisor Beth Jarvis, Land Services Director Kelly Schroeder, and County Administrator David Minke. Commissioner Steve Chaffee was absent (excused).

Also present were representatives from Royalton and Pokegama townships.

The Pledge of Allegiance was said.

Township officials discussed blighted properties, the impact the properties had on neighboring properties, and the length of time to compel action by the owner.

Becky Foss and Beth Jarvis provided an update on child protection including: • the recommendations from the recent Governor’s Task Force • the $52,000,000 state-wide increase in funding for child protection • the need for additional staff With no further business, the meeting adjourned at 10:35 a.m.

Stephan M. Hallan, Chair, Board of Commissioners David J. Minke, Administrator, Clerk to County Board Published in the Pine City Pioneer on June 18, 2015

along the South line of said NW 1/4 of NW 1/4 or Government Lot 4, to a point 66 feet West of the Southeast corner of said NW 1/4 of NW 1/4 or Government Lot 4, thence North to the point of beginning. Comprising of 12 acres more or less.

COUNTY IN WHICH PROPERTY IS LOCATED: Pine ORIGINAL PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF MORTGAGE: $159,000.00 AMOUNT DUE AND CLAIMED TO BE DUE AS OF DATE OF NOTICE, INCLUDING TAXES, IF ANY, PAID BY MORTGAGEE: $154,451.64 That prior to the commencement of this mortgage foreclosure proceeding Mortgagee/Assignee of Mortgagee complied with all notice requirements as required by statute; That no action or proceeding has been instituted at law or otherwise to recover the debt secured by said mortgage, or any part thereof; PURSUANT to the power of sale contained in said mortgage, the above described property will be sold by the Sheriff of said county as follows: DATE AND TIME OF SALE: July 9, 2015 at 10:00 AM PLACE OF SALE: D e t e n t i o n Center, 635 Northridge Drive NW, Pine City MN 55063 to pay the debt then secured by said Mortgage, and taxes, if any, on said premises, and the costs and disbursements, including attorneys’ fees allowed by law subject to redemption within six (6) months from the date of said sale by the mortgagor(s), their personal representatives or assigns unless reduced to Five (5) weeks under MN Stat. §580.07.

TIME AND DATE TO VACATE

PROPERTY: If the real estate is an owner-occupied, single-family dwelling, unless otherwise provided by law, the date on or before which the mortgagor(s) must vacate the property if the mortgage is not reinstated under section 580.30 or the property is not redeemed under section 580.23 is 11:59 p.m. on January 11, 2016, unless that date falls on a weekend or legal holiday, in which case it is the next weekday, and unless the redemption period is reduced to 5 weeks under MN Stat.

Secs. 580.07 or 582.032.

MORTGAGOR(S) RELEASED FROM FINANCIAL OBLIGATION ON MORTGAGE: None Dated: May 5, 2015 JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association Mortgagee/Assignee of Mortgagee USSET, WEINGARDEN AND LIEBO, P.L.L.P. Attorneys for Mortgagee/Assignee of Mortgagee 4500 Park Glen Road #300 Minneapolis, MN 55416 (952) 925-6888 30 - 15-003378 FC THIS IS A COMMUNICATION FROM A DEBT COLLECTOR. Published in the Pine City Pioneer on May 14, 21, 28, June 4, 11 and 18, 2015

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PINE COUNTY SHERIFF’S BLOTTER June 8 - 15 Theft, burglary, vandalism

Rike 50th anniversary

A 50th wedding anniversary open house celebration for Mr. and Mrs. Kurtiss Rike, hosted by their children, will take place on Saturday, June 27, 1-4 p.m., at First Presbyterian Church, 405 Main St. S., Pine City.

June 8, 10:23 a.m., report of theft, State Hwy. 70, Rock Creek west.

June 8, 5:08 p.m., report of fraud, Westchester Dr., Pine City north.

June 8, 7:00 p.m., report of vehicle theft/ attempt, 8th Ave., Pine City south.

June 9, 4:35 a.m., report of property damage, Government Rd./560th St., Rock Creek west.

June 9, 2:03 p.m., report of graffiti, Falcon Ave./560th St., Rock Creek west.

June 10, 5:03 p.m., report of fraud, Monument Rd., Pokegama Twp. west.

June 11, 6:18 p.m., report of theft, Clint Rd., Royalton Twp. June 13, 5:11 p.m., report of property damage, Main St., Pine City south.

June 14, 12:11 p.m., report of fraud, Evergreen Sq., Pine City south.

Miscellaneous

COLLEGE Dean’s lists St. Cloud State University has announced the names of st udents whose academic achievement placed them on the 2015 spring semester dean’s list.

To be eligible, students must have a grade point average of 3.75 or higher on a 4 .0 scale. The following local students were among those honored: Braham resident Amy Lind, School of Public Affairs, International Relations; Brook Park resident Betty Johnson, School of Public Affairs, Travel and Tourism; Finlayson resident Matthew Latuff, University College, Undecided; Hinckley resident Shannon Summerland, College of Liberal Arts, Psychol-

ogy; Pine City residents Stephen Pulkrabek, University College, General Studies (Undecided), and Hannah Zimmerman, College of Liberal Arts, Communication Studies.

Laurel Anderson and Noah Maas of Pine City, and Amy Archambault of Ru sh City, have been named to the spring 2015 dean’s list at The College of St. Scholastica in Duluth.

Dean’s list members have achieved a 3.75 grade point average or above on a 4.0 scale.

Pine City r esident Amy Odendahl, School of Education, has been named to the UW - Madison dean ’s list for the spring semester of the 2014-2015 academic year.

June 8, 4:09 p.m., report of threats, Rice Rd., Brook Park Twp. June 9, 3:24 p.m., report of miscellaneous fire, Sod Rd./Cluster Rd., Pokegama Twp. west.

June 10, 8:34 p.m., report of domestic, State Hwy. 70/Royalton Rd., Royalton Twp. June 12, 12:37 p.m., report of fight, 5th St., Pine City south.

June 13, 12:34 a.m., report of suspicious activity, Beroun Crossing Rd., Pokegama Twp. east.

June 13, 5:16 p.m., report of drug incident, 1st Ave., Pine City north.

June 13, 11:30 p.m., report of loud party, Russell Rd., Pine City Twp. east.

June 14, 10:37, report of animal disturbance, Keystone Ave./580th St., Pine City Twp. west.

June 14, 12:08 p.m., report of harassment, 8th St., Pine City south.

Jail roster June 8, Brett Allan Johnson, awaiting trial/court, remand-bail, domestic assault- by strangulation; assault- 3rd degree- substantial bodily harm, domestic assault- GM; traffic- DUI- 3rd degree driving wh...; emergency telephone calls/ communica...

June 8, Randy Dale Lindberg, awaiting trial/court, remand-bail, drugs- 5th degreeposs/procure/control su...

June 8, Tracy Lynn Lindberg, awaiting trial/court, hold for other agency, probation violation-Fe; probable cause, drugs- 5th degree- poss/procure/control. Released June 12.

June 8, William Gary Gilbert, awaiting trial/court, remand-RPR, probable cause, traffic- driver’s license- driving after cancellation- inimical to public safety. Released June 10.

June 8, Duke Lloyd Roseland, awaiting trial/court, probable cause, remand-RPR, traffic- driving after suspension, open bottle- possess. Released June 9.

June 8, Sheila Renee Wager, Pine County warrant, remand-bail, drugs- 5th degreepossess schedule...; burglary- 2nd degree- res- forced- unknown; theft- take/ use/transfer movable property. Released June 9.

June 9, Johnny Lee Hulbert Jr., awaiting trial/court, probable cause, traffic- driving after revocation; theft- $500 or less-M...

Released June 10.

June 9, Jesse Chad Purull, warrant, remand-RPR, Pine County warrant, thefttake/drive motor vehicle- no... Released June 10.

June 9, Sarah Beth Jermusek, under sentence, drugs- 5th degree- poss...

June 9, Shonda Lynn Mcfaggen, awaiting trial/court, hold for other agency, drugs- 5th degree- poss...; remand-hold, fugitive from justice from other state; remand-bail, theft- take/use/transfer movable property; govt- false name or DOB- fictitious.

June 9, Christopher Ray Nelson, awaiting trial/court, remand-bail, assault- domestic assault- Fe. June 9, Kenneth Fitzgerald Rodgers, awaiting trial/court, remand-bail, domestic assault- by strangulation; assault- domestic assault- misd.

June 9, Fawn Lynn Marie Thomas, warrant, remand-bail, forgery- offer or pass counterfeited...

June 9, Joshua Thomas Tipcke, hold for other agency, probation violation- Fe. June 9, Danika Drew Stangland, awaiting trial/court, probable cause, traffic- driving after revocation. Released June 11.

June 10, Cara Lynn Lee, under sentence,

traffic- DUI- 4th degree- combination.

June 10, Zachary Eugene Mettling, under sentence, domestic assault- GM- subsequent viol...

June 10, Rodney Allen Opperud, awaiting trial/court, remand-bail, under sentence, contempt of court- fail to pay order; remand-RPR, stolen property- poss- vehunk amt.

June 10, Louis Ralph Workman, awaiting trial/court, remand-hold, fleeing police officer in motor veh... stolen propertyposs- veh- unk amt; probable cause, fugitive from justice from other state; hold for other agency, drugs- 5th degree- poss...

June 10, Taylor James Martin, warrant, remand-bail, Pine County warrant, family offense- child endangerment. Released June 12.

June 11, Leona Marie Sutherland, hold for other agency, traffic- insurance- no proof, driving after revocation.

June 11, Angela Lynn Ross, awaiting trial/ court, drugs- 5th degree- poss... Released June 12.

June 12, Thomas Gerald Walberg, book and release, summons, theft- take/use/ transfer movable ... Released June 12.

June 12, Michael Dean Baumert, under sentence, assault- 5th degree- domestic...

June 12, Dale Roy Nelson, hold for other agency, contempt of court- fail to pay ord... Released June 13.

June 12, Rachel Marie Rodysill, awaiting trial/court, probable cause, traffic- driving after revocation; insurance- no proof; govt- smuggle - contraband into prison.

Released June 12.

June 13, Jolisa Marie Goodman, awaiting trial/court, probable cause, drugs- 5th degree- poss...; 3rd degree- poss...; drugsparaphernalia- possess.

June 13, Duane Steven Leith, awaiting trial/court, probable cause, drugs- 5th degree- poss...; 3rd degree- poss...; drugsparaphernalia- possess.

June 14, Anthony John Eide, awaiting trial/court, probable cause, traffic- driving after revocation.

June 14, Longcheng Lee, awaiting trial/ court, probable cause, theft- take/drive motor vehicle...

There have been 902 admissions to the Pine County Jail in 2015.

PUBLIC NOTICES FROM PAGE 17

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 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 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 NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ON ECRDC PROPOSED FY 14-15

BUDGET The East Central Regional Development Commission (ECRDC) will hold a public hearing on the ECRDC’s proposed Fiscal Year 2015-2016 budget. The public hearing will be held Monday, June 22, 2015 at the ECRDC, 100 Park Street South, Mora, MN during its annual meeting. The business meeting will begin at 5:30 p.m. and the public hearing at 5:45 p.m. Copies of the budget will be available at the meeting or may be requested by calling the East Central Regional Development Commission at (320) 679-4065 ext. 25 or e-mail to ecrdc@ecrdc.org.

Published in the Pine City Pioneer on June 18, 2015 NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Pokegama Township Board of Supervisors will be holding a meeting on June 25th, 2015 at 7:00 p.m. at the Pokegama Town Hall located at 18336 Town Hall Road, Pine City, Minnesota to discuss a variety of issues concerning the Pokegama Sanitary Sewer System and any other pertinent business. The Township Attorney’s and Engineer’s will be present at the meeting to be of assistance to the Town Board.

Susan Alderink Clerk, Pokegama Township Published in the Pine City Pioneer on June 18, 2015 NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Pokegama Township Board of Supervisors will hold their Reorganizational Meeting on Tuesday, June 23rd, 2015 at 7:00 p.m. at the Pokegama Town Hall located at 18336 Town Hall Road, Pine City, Minnesota.

Posted: June 16th, 2015 Published: June 18th, 2015 Susan Alderink Clerk, Pokegama Township Published in the Pine City Pioneer on June 18, 2015

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404 GARAGE SALES Garage Sale June 24, 8am-5pm, 11020 Emerald Rd., (¼ mi.

W. of WCMP Radio Station), Kids/adult clothing, books, household, much more.

Custom Fabricating & Repair/Cheese and Whey Systems (formerly C.E. Rogers Company) is currently accepting applications for an experienced drafting and design person. Must be experienced in AutoCad 3D, fabrication drawings, sheet metal layouts and P.I.D.’s.

Knowledge of Inventor, schematic drawings and bill of materials a plus.

Our Rotating 6/3 Schedule 3 days off for every 6 days of work All three shifts available In addition; for FT employees, we offer excellent benefits including, employee group health insurance, life, short term disability, 401(k) and paid time off. Prior injection molding experience is not required.

Custom Fabricating and Repair offers benefits, including group health insurance, 401(k) with a company contribution, paid vacation, holiday and personal days.

Please apply in person Mon. – Fri. 8am-4pm Or https://careers.frandsencorporation.com/

Apply/Send Resumes to: Custom Fabricating & Repair 1895 Frontage Road • Mora, MN 55051 (320) 679-2172 Email: rparent@cerogers.com

Multi-family huge sale 6/24-27, 8am6pm, Beroun, Silver Maple St. Lots of stuff.

Plastech Corporation 920 Frandsen Ave S Rush City, MN 55069 Equal Opportunity Employer

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