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Building a positive experience

Burton designs, constructs handicapaccessible deer stands

November 10, 2016

Colorful fall

by ANNA SALDANA STAFF WRITER

RICE – Roger Burton is a problem-solver. When he goes into a store and doesn’t Ànd what he is looking for, he goes home and builds it. That is how RJ Cornerstone came about.

“I went into Cabela’s one day looking for a freestanding portable deer stand,” said Roger Burton Burton, owner of RJ Cornerstone.

“He told me it doesn’t exist, so I came home and built it.”

That was in 2008 and he has been building ever since.

Burton also builds handicapaccessible deer stands. The stands are 18 inches off the ground, Àve feet by eight feet in area and have a ramp for wheelchairs.

“I’ve even had a quadriplegic in one of the stands,” Burton said. “They really enjoy it because it gives them a chance to have two or three days out in the woods.”

One of Burton’s biggest contracts is with Camp Ripley, where he has 13 stands.

“I heard they were looking to replace theirs with something more consistent, so I went and talked with them,” he said. “They use them for the DAV (Disabled American Veterans) hunts and they work really well.

They don’t take several people to set up and within 15 minutes, you can be out hunting.”

The DAV hunts have been going on for 26 years, taking disabled veterans out on deer, turkey, pheasant and bear hunts.

“It’s really a great opportunity for our veterans,” Burton said. “I’m happy I can be a part of their experience by providing a comfortable and accessible place

PHOTO BY JAN HOVDA

Autumn has displayed multiple colors along Freedom Road in Rice. Read more about the weather in Benton Ag on page 4B.

Second Street completed until spring SAUK RAPIDS – Road construction on Second Street in Sauk Rapids will wrap up over the next week until Ànal completion which is set for July 2017.

“We know the project is not 100 percent complete,” said Benton County Engineer Chris Byrd. “Residents will need to be patient as we will continue work next spring.”

The 2016 portion of the project is being completed on schedule and spring 2017 work is in accordance with the original proposal. According to Byrd, spring completion will include the Ànal bituminous black-top layer, permanent striping of the roadway, landscaping, necessary reseeding and clean-up.

The trafÀc signal at Second Street and Stearns Drive is now fully operational.

Greenlight priority is set to

PHOTOS BY ANNA SALDANA

Roger Burton assembles a model of his larger deer stands. He also builds handicap-accessible deer stands, 13 of which are used at Camp Ripley for DAV hunts.

(Right) Burton has a model of his deer stand to show what a stand will look like when completed.

to hunt from.”

Burton stands by his work, taking charge of everything from the designing to its production.

“I design everything,” Burton said. “From the plans all the way through production, it’s my work. That’s something I’m proud of.

When people want a quality deer stand and they come to me, they know they are go-

Second Street and the signal will change for those who need to enter from Stearns Drive.

Striping of the roadway will be conÀgured as one lane in each direction over the course of the winter months.

Byrd said because the Ànal bituminous layer has not yet been applied, curbing is raised about two inches over the current road surface. Striping only one lane will ensure snow plows do not damage, or become damaged, from the raised concrete. This will prevent unnecessary repairs and expenditures.

Project updates will be posted to the Benton County Twitter account and Facebook page. Questions can be directed to the Project Manager, Byrd at (320) 968-5051 or cbyrd@co.benton.mn.us.

Area winter rules in effect With winter nearing, it’s important to stay informed about laws pertaining to snow and ice.

Winter parking regulations are in effect from Nov. 1 through March 31 of each year in both Sauk Rapids and Rice to aid the cities in snow removal. No parking is allowed on any city streets between the hours of 2-7 a.m.

Snow and ice on public

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sidewalks are considered a public nuisance and abutting property owners are responsible for the removal within 24 hours after the snow or ice is deposited. Failure to do so can result in a special assessment against the adjacent property owner.

It is also unlawful to deposit snow from private property onto public streets and grounds.

Election

Trump takes country How you voted

Hunstiger, Rogholt to lead cities as mayors

need to discuss how they will decide, but believes people will have to apply and interview.

Because of his time on the

by NATASHA BARBER council, Hunstiger feels up to STAFF WRITER speed on most everything, but The cities of Sauk Rapids and would like to sit down with the Half-cent Sales Tax ComRice elected new maymittee and school district ors Nov. 8. Kurt Hunsoon to see if they can begin stiger will take over curdiscussions regarding fundrent Sauk Rapids Mayor ing the Àeldhouse project.

Brad Gunderson’s posiLess than 15 miles north, tion while Rice Mayor Rogholt was also satisÀed Dale Rogholt will rewith the results. main in his seat for a “I am very pleased the third term. Hunstiger residents felt I was doing a was elected with 60.39 percent of the vote and Kurt Hunstiger good job,” he said.

Rogholt said, over the Rogholt 66.75 pernext two years of his term, cent. he would like to see an in“I’m excited. I’m stallation of a long-term really honored. It hasn’t plan for road and street hit me yet,” said Hunimprovements, as well, as stiger. preparation to ensure the Hunstiger has water and sewer infrastrucserved on the Sauk Raptures stay up-to-date. ids City Council for the For more information on past ten years and his how residents voted please Àrst order of business visit htt://electionresults. moving forward will be Dale Rogholt sos.state.mn.us to work with the council to appoint his replacement. They’ll

The following percentages represent Benton County voters alone. Percentages not adding to 100 are on account of those who voted for representatives not listed.

President and Vice President Trump/Pence ......................64.17% Clinton/ Kaine ....................28.12% Other ....................................7.69%

State Representative District 14 B Jim Knoblach .......................56.5% Zach Dorholt ......................43.24%

U.S. Representative District 6 Tom Emmer .......................66.45% David Snyder .....................33.36%

State Representative District 15B Jim Newberger ...................64.08% Karla Scapanski .................35.81%

State Senator District 13 Michelle Fischbach .............. 63.46% Michael Willemsen .............. 36.36% State Senator District 14 Jerry Relph .........................49.56% Dan Wolgamott ..................44.21% Steven Zilberg ...........................6% State Senator District 15 Andrew Matthews ..............73.08% Chilah Brown .....................26.69% State Representative District 13B Tim O’Driscoll ...................64.79% ...35.0 05% Matthew Crouse .................35.05%

Rice City Council Christopher Scheel .............53.08% Bryan Anderson .................44.57% Sauk Rapids Mayor Kurt Hunstiger ...................60.39% Guy Konietzko ...................38.68%

Sauk Rapids City Council Steve Heinen ......................33.36% Constitutional Amendments: Nicholas Sauer ...................30.62% Removed lawmakers’ power to set Merle Gales ........................19.29% their own pay Layne Schmitz ...................16.07% Yes ......................................76.85% No.......................................18.19% ISD Board No. 47 Ryan Butkowski .................21.99% County Commissioner Mark Hauck .......................20.24% – District 4 Jan Solarz ...........................19.65% Spencer Buerkle .................99.10% Tracy Morse .......................19.43% Tracey Fiereck....................18.17% Rice Mayor Dale Rogholt ......................66.75% Wayne Moen ......................31.59%

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LOCAL NEWS

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 10, 2016

The difference of a book

by ANNA SALDANA STAFF WRITER

PHOTO BY ANNA SALDANA

Carol Mead, along with Sue Paasch, is coordinating a book drive through the month of November at Mississippi Heights. All of the books collected will go to an orphanage in China. (Below) The MHES community has donated 478 books to the book drive in the Àrst eight days, something that Mead and Paasch are excited about.

SAUK RAPIDS – Carol Mead knows the difference a book can make. After all, she sees the effects at Mississippi Heights Elementary School (MHES) each school day.

“Our students really have a love of reading,” Mead said. “It’s amazing to watch their imaginations come alive when they are reading. They really enjoy sharing the stories as they are reading too.

It just makes them come alive and the fact that it’s educational makes it even better.”

A few years ago, Mead had hoped to do a book drive for kids in Africa, but had to push the idea aside.

“I just had my daughter and I had a lot of responsibilities, so I wasn’t able to organize it or anything.”

Now, through the month of November, MHES is having a book drive where all of the books donated will go to Shepherds Field Children’s Village, an orphanage in China with kids from newborn to 14 years of age.

Sue Paasch, principal at

MHES, traveled to China this summer to visit their sister school in Jiln Province and spent a day at the orphanage.

“While she was over there, Sue really noticed a lack of books,” Mead said.

“The kids at the orphanage are taught English so Sue immediately felt she wanted to make a difference for them by having a book drive and sending all of the books to those kids.”

As the planning was happening for the book drive, Mead set a goal of 250 books for the collection.

“Within two days, we shattered that goal by collecting 279 books,” Mead said with a smile. “It is so cool to see all of these kids and families come together and share their books. Some kids have brought in their favorite books, where you can tell they looked at them and Áipped the pages over and over again.

Now, they see the need for these other kids and they are willing to give up that book so others can love it just as much. I’ve set a new goal of 1000 because I think it’s doable.”

The book drive has collected 478 books in the Àrst eight days and Mead is looking forward to many more coming in.

“It’s amazing that we are almost halfway to our goal after just eight days,” Mead said. “November has a theme of giving back at MHES and feels the book drive Àts right in with that.”

Giving back is something important to Mead and she considers it her life mission.

“It’s all about giving back and the kids have embraced that wholeheartedly,” she said. “Their empathy, love and compassion is amazing and it’s cool to see all of the different genres. It’s really fun that the whole school can be a part of this.”

Mead feels that, because of the success so far, she would like to do another book drive in the future.

“I would love to pick a different orphanage or community and do it for them too,” Mead said. “But I haven’t thought much past this year. We’ve had so much success and it’s really amazing. I should have done this three years ago when I wanted to do it.”

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“She’s the only one in central Minnesota that does this,” said Jim Muellenbach, community development director for the St. Cloud Area Salvation Army. “She’s the brainchild. Many businesses collect, but I don’t know that there is anyone else in the area who repairs.”

Battleson got the idea to repair zippers and patch worn winter apparel from a friend who challenged her to put her talents to use during the holiday season. Rapids Alterations & Repair started the initiative with a one-month campaign in 2012. Since then the program has expanded to collecting donated items for mending year-round.

“Sometimes the lining will be ripped out or it’ll need a patch. Or kids’ snow pants will come in and have a knee busted out, and we’ll patch the knees. Zippers are obviously the most expensive thing,” Battleson said. “But if it’s a decent coat and that’s all that is wrong with it, why not Àx it, that’s kind of what we do here.”

Battleson’s team collected 79 items the Àrst year of the pro-

Thrivent Financial to offset the cost of repair materials and the team volunteers their time to complete the restorations. The crew estimates it takes roughly 45 minutes to repair just one zipper.

“Zippers are labor intensive. And if the zipper’s shot the jackets no good. This just ensures your jacket moves on and gets used again,” Battleson said. “It’s a good Àt for us.

We can repair and pass them on to those who need. Not everyone can do that. People who sew are rare.”

The Salvation Army picks up the repaired clothes from Rapids Alterations & Repairs several times each year. The pieces of clothing are stored and distributed mainly in October but are available to families year round. Those in need of coats can apply with the Salvation Army and each family is allowed one coat per family member per year. Then the non-proÀt schedules an appointment with the family, where they may look through a room of coats to select suitable pieces. The program is avail-

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And they are all sizes, from infants on up to the largest sizes we can get donated,” Muellenbach said. “We need coats, and we need to get them from somewhere. Think of all the coats that would be just thrown away. When a family is getting new coats, they aren’t going to put the money into replacing a zipper on something they will never wear again. It’s a great way to recycle a coat.”

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THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 10, 2016

LOCAL NEWS

Rescue vehicle purchase shaping up

by NATASHA BARBER STAFF WRITER

RICE — Rice Fire Chief Scott Janski addressed the city council Monday evening regarding a purchase of a used rescue truck. The Àre department has been searching for a way to repair or replace their current rescue truck for over a year.

Janski told the council he had found a 4WD rescue vehicle for sale in Utah for approximately $39,000. He felt the truck, which has roughly 42,000 miles, would be adequate to their needs. Janski asked the council for approval, so he could begin soliciting donations to fund the remaining portion of the purchase the city would not provide.

Janski received the coun-

cil’s blessing, but was made aware the council could not give a concrete amount the city would approve for spending until after the Nov. 21 meeting. The Ànance committee will recommend an amount to the city at that time.

No purchase can be made until 2017.

Janski plans on asking a Àre chief in the area of the vehicle to verify the quality and whether or not it will suit the Àre department’s needs.

In other council news: • The council extended the deadline to Nov. 14 for Mark Larson, owner of the Old Creamery Café, to join his parcels following a building permit contingent on the action issued at a special meeting Oct. 24. If the city fails to hear from Benton County that

the administrative action has been completed, they will issue a stop work order.

Larson is in the process of an exterior 12 feet by 16 feet addition to add a reception area for his business and also plans on remodeling an unused portion of the building into additional seating. The site plan includes repaving and striping of the parking lot.

The project will be Ànished in its entirety July 1, 2017.

• Approved a liquor license renewal for Westside Liquor.

• Approved a liquor license with 2 a.m. renewal for O’Brien’s Pub. • Approved a liquor license renewal for American Legion Post No. 473 contingent upon the city of Rice being named as a certiÀcate holder on the liability insurance.

• Approved a liquor license renewal for Shady’s Railside contingent upon the liability insurance certiÀcate being properly Àlled out with limits and the city of Rice named as the certiÀcate holder.

• The council will be delivering review forms to the Rice department heads. Personnel reviews are set for Nov. 28 at 5 p.m.

• Mark Williams, of Granite City Real Estate, LLC, addressed the council regarding issues which have arrived during the sale of the property at 2205 Seventh Avenue NW near Gateway Drive in the industrial park. The city recommended their lawyer work with the property owner’s lawyer to remedy the situation regarding road easement and ownership.

Moving to the next steps

by ANNA SALDANA STAFF WRITER

WATAB TOWNSHIP – The Watab Town Board, along with Jon Bogart, is moving forward with the 95th Street road project according to their update at the Nov. 1 board meeting.

The project is slated for 2017 and will include straightening the S-curve, downgrading two steep hills, realigning the road within the right-of-way and installing a railroad quiet zone.

Supervisor Craig Gondeck and Bogart met with the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) about modiÀcations to the DNR driveway to the Little Rock Lake public water access. The DNR approved the modiÀcations but want proof of insurance and a right-of-entry permit from the contractor once they are selected.

The town board will be

having a diagnostic meeting with BNSF, the Federal Railway OfÀcials, Bogart and the MNDOT at 11 a.m. Nov. 17 at the 95th Street railroad crossing to show planned safety improvements for the quiet zone. All those that do not have required personal protective equipment – safety vest, safety glasses, steeltoed boots, hard hat and hearing protection – will be asked to stay away from the tracks.

Bogart continues to work on modiÀcations to the plans and will continue to update the board as the project progresses.

In other township news: • Gondeck and Clerk Pat Spence met with the township attorney and are proposing changes to Ordinance 3, which establishes fees for emergency protection services. The town board is adding the option to bill property owners in the event that the recipient of the service(s) does not pay the bill. Gondeck and Spence also discussed park dedication fees and a subdivision ordinance with the attorney.

Public hearings will be held to discuss the ordinances Nov. 29 at 7 p.m. in the town

Burton continued from front_________________ ing to get it.”

Aside from Camp Ripley, Burton mainly sells to individuals through wordof-mouth.

“I won’t sell to big stores like Cabela’s or Scheel's,” Burton said. “Their demand would be too high, something I wouldn’t be able to keep up with. I even shut down my website because it was an unneeded expense. The week after I shut it down, I sold a deer stand from a guy who just came in.

Word of mouth is huge.”

Deer stands are just one of seven different products he consistently makes. He often makes double-sided signs, drawers to Àt on a drill press and trailers to pull behind a bike, ATV or motor scooter.

“I make all of these for a good reason,” Burton said. “If someone comes to me with a problem, I like to solve it in anyway I can.”

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The educational recognition events were held in St. Cloud and included 400 attendees. All guests enjoyed a reception, dinner and keynote speaker, while honorees were recognized with a plaque and certiÀcate.

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One dead in Highway 15 crash SARTELL — A Sauk Rapids woman is dead after crashing into a light pole Friday evening.

According to a report by the Minnesota State Patrol, a vehicle driven by Sheena Grimstad, 33, was traveling northbound at a high rate of speed on Highway 15 when she struck a light pole at Stearns County Road 1. The incident happened shortly before 7 p.m. and Grimstad died at the scene.

Christina Hasselbring, 40, of St. Joseph was also involved in the accident. Hasselbring was stopped at a red light on County Road 1 when Grimstad’s vehicle struck hers. Hasselbring’s injuries were not reported.

The Minnesota State Patrol was assisted on the scene by the Sartell, Sauk Rapids and St. Cloud Police Departments, as well as, the Stearns County Sheriff’s Department and Gold Cross Ambulance.

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a speed study on County Road 13 from Highway 10 to Sucker Creek Road. The study will aid in the possible reduction of the speed limit from 55 mph to 35 mph.

• A committee, consisting of board members and Maureen Graber currently, is meeting Nov. 15 at 7 p.m. in the town hall to begin discussion on the Rice Àre contract, which is near renewal.

• The board expressed interest in a possible grant from Benton Communications, which would provide a third emergency warning siren for the township. The board discussed Riverview Loop and Ferry Point as two possible sites. Further updates are expected at upcoming board meetings.

• The board continues to express interest in a frontage road system to provide alternate routes of travel for township residents. Many residents, including those living on 85th Street, 86th Street, Burton Place and Burton Court among others, have to get on Highway 10 to travel.

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District staff recognized for excellence ST. CLOUD — The Sauk Rapids-Rice School District joined area districts and Resource Training & Solutions to salute the region’s exemplary staff on Sept. 28 and Oct. 26. Honorees Kathy Adamek, Michele Anderson, Crystal Davidson, Megan Foley, Dorothy Kuechle, Julie Litszinger, Bonnie Raduns, Lisa Wahlin, Nan Weston and Cory Zimpel were recognized as personnel

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• Board members discussed Lake Andrew and Spence mentioned a letter she received from the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) stating that Scott Jarnot and the development are in compliance.

Jarnot is working on the installation of a wastewater treatment system.

• A commercial business owner in the township complained about building permit fees and the rates used to calculate those. Supervisor Lloyd Erdmann requested Nancy Scott, the building inspector for the township, to come to the December town board meeting to explain how the value of a speciÀc permit is set.

• The board submitted their Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) application surrounding the July 11 storms. The application was submitted with an amount of $2,038.20 and FEMA has a policy of refunding 75 percent of eligible costs.

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What’s Happening Thursday, Nov. 10, 6-8 p.m. — St. Cloud Hospital Surgery Open House. Explore surgical careers and learn about the latest surgery procedures and technology.

The evening includes hands-on children’s activities and refreshments. Tours begin in the new surgery entrance.

Park in the south ramp and take the south ramp elevator to Floor A. This event is free, no rsvp needed, come and go as you please. 1406 Sixth Avenue N, St. Cloud.

Saturday, Nov. 12, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. — St. Paul’s Christian Women annual Holiday Bazaar. Professional artisans and crafters, bake sale, silent auction, rafÁe, catered luncheon and live entertainment by Alex Hammond. St. Paul’s Parish Center, 1125 11th Avenue N, St. Cloud. For luncheon tickets or more information call (320) 251-4831.

Saturday, Nov. 12, 3-7 p.m. — LuteÀsk & Meatball Extravaganza. Dinner, silent auction, vendors and music.

Menu includes luteÀsk with butter, mustard and white sauce; meatballs and gravy; and more. Living Waters Lutheran Church, 1911 Fourth Avenue North, Sauk Rapids. Tickets at the door, no advanced sales. Questions?

Call (320) 255-1135.

Sunday, Nov. 13, 10:30 a.m. — Harvest Sunday. Come and worship and enjoy a free Thanksgiving dinner. This special Sunday will include a time for honoring Veterans.

Northland Bible Baptist Church, 3686 County Road 8 SE, St. Cloud.

Sunday, Nov. 13, noon-6 p.m. — Sauk Rapids Winterguard Sloppy Joe Feed Fundraiser. O’Brien’s Pub, 10 Main Street E, Rice.

Sunday, Nov. 13, 1 p.m. — Turkey Bingo. Sacred Heart Church, 2875 10th Avenue NE, Sauk Rapids.

Sunday, Nov. 13, 3:30-6 p.m. — Monarch Madness Toy and Food Drive. Bubba’s Bar and Grill, 736 South Benton Drive, Sauk Rapids.

Monday, Nov. 14, 3:30-5:30 p.m. — Fare for All Express Site. Resurrection Lutheran Church, 610 County Road 2, St. Joseph. For more information visit http://fareforall.org or call (800) 582-4291.

Tuesday, Nov. 15, 5-9 p.m. — 55+ Driving Improvement 4-hr. refresher course. Sartell-St. Stephen District Services Center, 212 Third Avenue N, Sartell. For more information or to register, visit http://www.mnsafetycenter. org or call (888) 234-1294.

Friday, Nov. 18, 9 a.m. — Foley Are C.A.R.E. Annual Craft and Bake Sale. Neighbors helping neighbors is how C.A.R.E. helps seniors live independently in the home of their choice for as long as possible. Frandsen Bank & Trust, 341 Fourth Avenue N, Foley. For more information call (320) 968-7848.

Saturday, Nov. 19, 11:30 .m.-12:45 p.m. — Free Community Fellowship Meal. First United Methodist Church, 1107 Pine Cone Road South, Sartell.

Sunday, Nov. 20, 6 p.m. — Silent Auction BeneÀt for Doug Determan Family sponsored by Benton County 4-H. Come bid on items to jump-start holiday shopping.

Donations are being accepted. St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, 724 11th Avenue, Foley. Contact Benton County Extension OfÀce with questions at (320) 968-5077.

Monday, Nov. 21, 7 p.m. — Benton County 4-H Shooting Sports Information Meeting. Any youth third grade or higher can come Ànd out details. First Presbyterian Church, 306 Norway Drive, Foley. Questions contact (320) 293-9928.

Meetings Schedule First Monday Planning Commission, 7 p.m., Sauk Rapids Government Center.

Sauk Rapids Green Committee, 5 p.m., Sauk Rapids Government Center.

Rice Senior Citizens Club, 12:30 p.m., Rumors Bar & Grill.

First Tuesday Watab Township Board, 7 p.m., Town Hall.

Mayhew Lake Township Board, 8:45 p.m., Lawrence Thell residence.

Housing and Redevelopment Authority, 7 p.m., Sauk Rapids Development Center.

First Wednesday Recreation Board, 7:30 p.m., 19 North Benton Drive.

First Thursday Sauk Rapids American Legion Post No. 254 and Auxiliary, 7 p.m., Sauk Rapids VFW. Sauk Rapids Jaycees, 7 p.m., Sauk Rapids VFW. Great River Regional Coin Club, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Miller Auto Marine Sports Plaza, 2930 2nd Street S, St. Cloud. Cy Schaefer 320-252-8452.

Second Monday Sauk Rapids Sportsmen’s Club, 7:30 p.m., at Benton Station.

Third Monday Tinville Lions Club, 7 p.m., Rollie’s Redneck Bar, Highway 23 E. St. Cloud Area Parkinson’s Disease (PD) Support Group, 1-2:30 p.m., St. Cloud Library, call Independent Lifestyles 320529-9000.

Second Tuesday Pleasantview Elementary PTA meeting, 7 p.m., Pleasantview Elementary.

Minden Township Board, 8 p.m., Minden Town Hall.

Sauk Rapids Fire Department, 8 p.m., Fire Hall.

Rice Women of Today, 7 p.m., Rice Lions Building.

Second Wednesday Sauk Rapids VFW Post 6992, 8 p.m. at post.

Sauk Rapids VFW Post 6992 Auxiliary, 7 p.m. at post.

Second Thursday Trinity Ladies Aid, 1 p.m., Trinity Lutheran Church.

Sauk Rapids Women of Today, 5:30 p.m. Social time 6 p.m., Sauk Rapids VFW. Third Monday Knights of Columbus, 7 p.m., Sacred Heart Church.

Third Tuesday Benton County Historical Society, 7 p.m., Museum Building, 218 1st Street N, Sauk Rapids.

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THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 10, 2016

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Letter to the Editor

Remember veterans Betty Freihammer, Sauk Rapids ALA Post No. 254 Secretary

On this Veterans Day, the members of the Sauk Rapids American Legion Auxiliary (ALA) Post No. 254 would like to express our sincere appreciation to the men and women who served in the United States Armed Forces.

We invite everyone to pause today to remember those who have fought for our freedoms. Thank you to all who have so bravely protected us. We know you sacriÀced much for your country and all of us. And though some of you may no longer wear the uniform, we know you’re always on call to serve and protect the freedom and security of the United States of America.

American Legion Auxiliary members have dedicated themselves for nearly a century, to meeting the needs of our nation’s veterans: the military and their families, both here and abroad. They volunteer millions of hours yearly, with the value of nearly $2 billion. As part of the world’s largest women’s patriotic service organization, auxiliary volunteers across the country also step up to honor veterans and military through annual scholarships and with the ALA Girls State programs, teaching high school juniors to be leaders grounded in patriotism and Americanism. To learn more about the auxiliary’s mission or to volunteer, donate or join, visit http://www.alaforveterans.org/.

American Education Week – a time to give thanks American Education Week is quickly approaching and will be a chance for all of us to reÁect and say thank you to educators.

In Sauk Rapids-Rice, our children get to experience amazingly dedicated staff, innovative programming and community members who care each and every day. Our chilby DR. DANIEL BITTMAN dren, parents and all supporters of public schools deserve credit and Superintendent’s Corner praise for that achievement. Not all children and/or communities are this fortunate. November 14 – 18 is the week to give educators their share of that credit and thanks.

At some point or another, we have all met an educator whose lessons went far beyond the classroom, a person who connected with us and fostered an appreciation for learning and creativity. For me, I could name many who made a positive difference. The educators that come to mind taught me a lot more than the content. They taught me to work hard, to appreciate every learning opportunity, to love and to trust.

They gave me the courage and the conÀdence to trust my own abilities and reminded me often I could accomplish great things with hard work and determination.

As a superintendent, community member and parent of children in the Sauk Rapids-Rice School District, I want to thank all educators who make a difference each and every day. Your continued great work with and for our children ensures continued success, and makes Sauk Rapids-Rice a special place to work and learn.

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Because we don’t work from the same ofÀce, prived, but only 34 percent nap on a regular basis. my immediate supervisor will often call me and ask That number does not tell me what the other 14 if he has wakened me from my nap. Although I have percent are doing to maintain, but I can only asnever once been sleeping when he has called, I ofsume these people do not have jobs or responsiten wonder if he knows how much I actually enjoy bilities…and if they do, maybe they could be domidday slumber. ing better. In all seriousness though, how can one Naps have been vital for any type of functionalfunction without enough sleep?! ity in my life. Quite frankly, I need my sleep.

Not all naps are created equal however, so be

by NATASHA BARBER My parents have told me stories about how as sure to read this next part. I have often wondered a child I would simply disappear. They would Ànd why sometimes I wake more groggy than when I me in my bedroom taking a snooze. As a teen, I can shut my eyes, and it turns out there is a complete remember sleeping in until sometimes one o’clock on Satur- science behind it. days. Man, was that a waste! I cannot imagine doing so now, • The Power Nap (10-20 minutes): best for getting straight but I am going to guess I needed it. And, though I would stay back to work. up until the wee hours of the morning in college, I routine• The NASA Nap (26 minutes): Proven to improve alertly would either check-out or even pass-out in my afternoon ness by 54 percent. classes. Think comfy chairs in Holes Hall while studying the • The Bad Nap (30 minutes): Causes “sleep inertia” for up similarities of Eastern philosophy and western English litera- to 30 minutes before restorative beneÀts kick in. Best to avoid ture. Let’s just hope I didn’t drool. Even at my previous job if possible.

I took advantage of the parking lot or an empty ofÀce for a • The Slow-Wave Sleep Nap (60 minutes): Helps cogniquick 20-minute lunch rejuvenation. tive memory processing, remembering places, faces and facts.

Because sleep has always been important to me, I have • The Full Sleep Cycle Nap (90 minutes): Helps creativity, learned as an adult what I need to survive. To be honest, I emotional memory and procedural memory. think the magic number is somewhere around nine hours. I There you have it. If you are setting that alarm for 30 mincan manage without and sometimes will go a day with less utes, stop. Go with that 26er or take some time for a longer than four, but you better believe I’m haggard by days end and rest. In the end you will wake up sharper and ready to conquer it’s going to take an extra amount of sleep to return efÀciency. the day or night depending on when you need it. Rest easy It is estimated that 48 percent of Americans are sleep de- knowing you are doing yourself and others some good.

A baby and an election

our ways that He was going to direct our path.

Coincidentally, for the last twelve years, We And boy has He ever. have had a baby during an election year. Holding With each child, it’s true how they say you an infant each time, wondering how their future become more and more relaxed. I know we are is going to be shaped. It can be nerve racking, more informed. Is it the information or the letting anxious and fearful. This year makes four elecgo of it? tion years with an infant in our arms. How is this The mystery we have uncovered is there is year different? only one healthy fear. It can be confusing beBesides being jam packed (literally moving cause the Lord delivers us from fear, perfect love our family for the Àrst time,) and full of life (literally growing a human being)...I unplugged. I had By Mercy Nygaard casts out fear and we are commanded not to fear so what is the healthy fear? “But rather fear no CNN or NBC, Fox News or any news media Life by Faith evil, him which is able to destroy both soul and body in my face. I rarely followed rabbit trails of arin hell.” Mathew 10:28. Fear the Lord, and now ticles going over every detail of each candidate’s scandal or how controversial they are. I stopped thinking of you can Àlter the information. “The fear of the Lord is the ways I could busy myself to serve church and trusted God beginning of knowledge, But fools despise wisdom and inwas going to present opportunities to serve as He needed struction.” Proverbs 1:7 Whether Democrat or Republican, you need not fear the me. I Ànally handed over my passions, my aspirations and President of the United States or the next four years. Fear my services unto the Lord, realizing it’s not about me.

Between the last election and this one, we as a family, the Lord, obey His commandments, acknowledge Him in have been going through the Bible, verse by verse for over all your ways, raise up your child in the way he should go, three years. It has led us to call upon the Holy Spirit to Àll pray without ceasing. A baby and an election is a reminder us up as we consistently leak. We realized as long as we that while setting in place your priorities, fearing the Lord kept communications open with God by reading His word is going to be the best place to start. and praying without ceasing and acknowledging Him in all

Wolves off to a disappointing start

For the Àrst time in a few years, there the Wolves seem content with slowing down were legitimate expectations for the Minnethe pace of the game and playing half-court ofsota Timberwolves heading into this season. fense so far this season, and that seems counterSure, the team’s young core of players is not intuitive to me. They are currently averaging ready to contend for a championship, but I 101.6 points per game, which ranks 19th in the think there are multiple reasons for fans to league, and 20th in pace of play (which is calexpect that this squad will signiÀcantly imculated by the number of possessions a team prove over last year’s 29-53 record. That’s uses per game). If the Wolves want to unlock why this season’s 1-4 start, with blown leads the talents of their explosive wings and verby ANDY THAYER of 15+ points in three of the four losses, is a satile big men, they need to push the ball up Sports Columnist disappointing reminder that the Wolves still the Áoor and Ànd better shots early in the shot have a long way to go. clock. This will also serve to tire out opposing When the Timberwolves brought in Tom teams that can’t match the Wolves’ athleticism.

Thibodeau to be the team’s president of basketball operaA major part of the problem has been the absence of tions and head coach, there was an expectation that there point guard Ricky Rubio due to an elbow injury. Rubio would be a signiÀcant change to the culture in the organiza- is the Wolves’ best facilitator, transition ball handler and tion. Thibodeau has always been known as a defensive sa- perimeter defender. Getting Ricky back in the lineup will vant, and the Wolves had consistently been one of the worst hopefully help solve most of these issues, but the Wolves defensive teams in the league despite having some incred- can’t use Rubio’s absence as an excuse for poor play. Kris ibly athletic players that seem like obvious candidates to be Dunn was the Àfth pick in the draft this year, and let’s not make any bones about it – he was drafted to eventually be shut-down defenders.

There’s no reason that Karl-Anthony Towns, Andrew the starting point guard of the Minnesota Timberwolves.

Wiggins, Zach LaVine, Gorgui Dieng and Kris Dunn Dunn’s performance has met expectations thus far, and it shouldn’t be one of the most intimidating defensive units would be unfair to pin the Wolves’ early struggles solely in the league. However, through Àve games, the Wolves on him. Rubio has always been a bit of an injury concern, rank 22nd in the league in opponent Àeld goal percentage. and it seems unlikely the Wolves are going to keep both I understand Àve games is a pretty small sample size, but Rubio and Dunn long-term. Therefore, it’s important that it’s not like the Grizzlies, Kings, Nuggets and Thunder are the Wolves show they can play winning basketball without a death row of opposing offenses. The Wolves should have Rubio in the lineup.

The Wolves’ upcoming schedule will give the team an more success stopping teams, and a lot of it comes down to effort and communication. Blowing double-digit leads opportunity to get things back on track. Two road games in the second half of games because of defensive break- against eastern conference bottom-feeders Brooklyn and downs is a hallmark of bad teams, and so far this season, Orlando provide a couple of eminently winnable contests the Wolves have done nothing to dispel the notion they are before the Wolves head back to Target Center for a fourgame homestand. Hopefully, the Wolves can come out of still a bad team.

Another issue I’ve seen early this season is the pace at that stretch of games with something close to a .500 record. which the Wolves play. This is a young team with versatile If the Wolves want to show they are an improving team, big men and two wing players in Wiggins and LaVine who these upcoming games are the types of games they should are transition highlight reels waiting to happen. However, win.

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James “Yimmy” R. Wolney

Funeral Services will be 11 a.m. Friday, Nov. 11, 2016, at Williams Dingmann Family Funeral Home in Sauk Rapids for James R. Wolney, age 68, who passed away Sunday at Foothill State Forest near Backus.

Rev. Ralph Zimmerman will ofÀciate and burial will be at the Minnesota State Veterans Cemetery near Little Falls at 10 a.m. Monday. Visitation will be from 4-8 p.m.

Thursday and one hour prior to the services Friday at the funeral home.

James Robert Wolney was born March 30, 1948, in St. Cloud to Clarence and Lucille (Condon) Wolney. He graduated from Sauk Rapids High School in 1966 and lived in the Sauk Rapids area most of his life. Jim served his country in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War. He married Vicky Varner on Sept. 9, 1972, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Sauk

James “Yimmy” R. Wolney

Rapids. Jim worked at the St. Cloud VA Medical Center for 30 years, retiring in 2003. He taught Àrearm safety for 40 years and volunteered at the St. Cloud VA Medical Center.

Jim was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church, a life time member of St. Cloud East Side VFW Post No. 4847 and a former member of Sauk Rapids American Legion Post No. 254. He enjoyed Àshing, hunting, camping and spending time with family and good

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LOCAL NEWS friends. Jim was kind, giving, PUBLIC NOTICES selÁess and always put others before himself. He had a great sense of humor, an answer for everything and always made people laugh and smile. Jim was a loving husband and father and touched so many lives.

Survivors include his wife, Vicky of Sauk Rapids; son, Chad (Joy) of Buffalo; brother and sister, Patrick of Sauk Rapids and Beverly Jendro of St. Cloud; in-laws, Debbie and Dave Olson of Monticello and Stacy and Ryan Olson of Victoria; nieces and nephews, Payton and Dylon Olson, and Curt Jendro and daughter, Aaliyah; and his camping group. Jim was preceded in death by his parents and nephew, Tom Jendro.

Jim was so special and had many friendships that will be never forgotten.

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“Our Country is in Mourning, A Soldier Died Today.”

John A. Linn

Memorial services celebrating the life of John A. Linn, 70, of Sauk Rapids will be at 11 a.m. on Thursday, Nov. 10, 2016, at Salem Lutheran Church in St. Cloud. John passed away at home on Sunday, Nov. 6, 2016. Inurnment will be in the Minnesota State Veterans Cemetery, Little Falls.

Visitation will begin at 10 a.m. on Thursday at the church.

John was born on Aug. 2, 1946, in LitchÀeld, to Lawrence and Ethel (Dumonceaux) Linn. He graduated from Cathedral High School and St. Cloud

Vo-Tech. He proudly served his country in the U.S. Navy.

John was employed as a Pressman for Rengel Printing for 12 years and Sentinel for 27 years, retiring in 2009.

John enjoyed traveling, hunting, camping with family and telling stories about his beloved top show dog, Duchess. He also enjoyed building model cars and model train buildings from scratch, playing cribbage and going on drives with his best friend, Ray. Above all he treasured spending time with his son, Mark, daughter-in-law, Becky and grandchildren. John will be lovingly remembered as one

of the most caring, kindest and smartest guys we knew!

He is survived by his son, Mark (Becky) Linn of Foley; grandchildren, Aaron, Shelby and Carter; former wife, Mary E. Linn of St. Cloud; brother, Joe (Sue) of Ore.; sisters, Marge (Jim) Hoiland of Coon Rapids, Marcy Linn (Craig Molin) of StanchÀeld, Mary Jane Linn (Steve Egge) of St. Cloud; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; and brother, Brother Jim Linn OSB. Memorials are preferred.

“Our Country is in Mourning, A Soldier Died Today.”

Peter Helmin

Peter Helmin, age 93, of Foley, died Wednesday, Nov. 2, 2016, at the Foley Nursing Center. Mass of Christian Burial was 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 8, 2016, at SS. Peter and Paul Catholic Church, Gilman.

The Rev. Leo Moenkedick ofÀciated. Burial with full military honors by Foley American Legion was in the parish cemetery. Service with dignity provided by Foley Funeral Home.

Peter Valentine Helmin was born June 29, 1923, in Gilman the son of Adam and

Selma (Imborski) Helmin. He proudly served his country in the United States Air Force from 1943 until 1945 including Air Offense in Normandy. On Feb. 13, 1965, he was united in marriage with Emma Patnaude in Milbank, S.D. The couple lived in St. Cloud for 35 years where Peter worked construction and did plaster work. He retired in 1983 and in 1994, moved to Bemidji for eight years. He was a man of the outdoors, enjoying hunting and Àshing as well as a good game of cards. Peter was a member of the Gilman

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VFW, Waite Park American Legion and SS. Peter and Paul Catholic Church.

He is survived by his siblings: Josephine Kvittem of Rochester, Imelda Lieser of Paynesville, Sylvester (Jean) of Foley, Ann Sluss of Circle Pines and Frank (Elaine) of Foley; sister-in-law Renee Helmin of Rice; as well as many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Emma in 2002 and siblings: Marie, Connie, Odilia, Chester, Al and Collette.

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APPLICANT Paul Nemeth Vacation Request PURPOSE To consider the Vacation of the portion of 7th Street South easterly of 9th Ave South and located in Park Addition.

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LOCAL NEWS

Jacks steal single game against New Ulm

by NATASHA BARBER STAFF WRITER

a 4-2 win against the New Ulm Steel.

Granite City’s Tucker NEW ULM — The Bjorlin was the Àrst to put a Granite City Lumberjacks point on board after a faceoff came home with a “W” after in the Steel’s defensive zone

Bowling scores Individual high single game: Curt Dingmann – 279 Individual high 3-game total: Bruce Arnold – 718 Team high single game: The Blue Line – 1333 Team high 3-game total: St. Cloud Hyundai – 3763 League standings: St. Cloud Hyundai 118.5-70.5 ATS 101-88 Greenkeepers 94.5-94.5 Sartell Hardware Hank 84.5-94.5 SR Legion 91.5-97.5 Upper Deck 90.5-98.5 The Blue Line 88-101 Sentra Sota Sheet Metal 77.5111.5

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led to shot on net from teammate Casey Esselman. Bjorlin caught the deÁection for a quick goal on the Steel’s tender Nathan Siclovan.

One minute later, an icing call left the teams to faceoff in Granite City’s zone. The play was similar and New Ulm’s Cory Martinez was credited a goal with help from Max Kjome and Alex Nagel.

During the second period of play, Lumberjack Matthew Moran made the score 2-1. Brandon Baker and Jordan Olson tallied assists.

In the third, the Steel came back to tie once again when Sam Wenner (from Bayler Kraus, Luc Kreuser) pitched the puck past Granite City’s Mac Berglove.

Following the 2-2 score, Granite City pulled away. A delay of game by the Steel’s goalie during a Lumberjack

power play opportunity left New Ulm down two men.

Granite City’s Brycon Johnson scored on the power play with a slap shot that beat Siclovan glove side.

Tables would turn for the Lumberjack team but they still managed another goal.

Andrej Jamnicky skated in for a back-handed, one-onone goal on New Ulm during a shorthanded play.

Despite the 4-2 score, both teams had plenty of goal opportunities. Berglove saved 35 of 37 shots on goal while Siclovan 34 of 38. The Lumberjacks sat 10 minutes on Àve infractions and New Ulm 12 on six.

The Lumberjacks rematch the Steel on Sports Arena East home ice Nov. 12 after a Thursday night game against the North Stars in Breezy Point.

River Falls volleyball team.

This season, she played three sets averaging .83 points per set, .33 digs per set and .33 blocks per set. Butkowski is a 2016 graduate.

Brooke Lorentz, daughter of Todd and Denise Lorentz, is a midÀelder and forward for the University of Minnesota – Morris soccer team.

She played Brooke Lorentz 17 games this season, making three shots and averaging 1.76 shots per game, .18 goals per game, .24 assists per game and .59 points per game. Lorentz graduated in 2016.

Kelsey Christensen, daughter of Amy and the late Jim, is a diver for the College of Saint Benedict’s swim and dive team. Kelsey Christensen Christensen is a 2016 graduate.

Larissa Kleen, daughter of Dale and Diane Kleen, is a member of the College of Saint Benedict’s swim and dive team.

She speciÀcally swims the freestyle Larissa Kleen and Áy events.

Kleen is a 2016 graduate.

Richard Carriveau, son of Wayne and Brenda, is a linebacker for the St. John’s University football team.

He graduated in 2016.

Richard Carriveau T a n a Hendrickson, daughter of Tom and Trish Hendrickson, is a member of the Rose Hulman Institute of Technology swimming team.

She swims the 50 freestyle, the Tana Hendrickson 100 freestyle and the 200 freestyle events.

Hendrickson is a 2016 graduate.

Marianna Blair, daughter of Tom and Melissa Blair, is a midÀelder for the Wayne State Soccer team. She played three Marianna Blair games this season, making one shot and averaging .33 shots per game.

Blair is a 2016 graduate.

Kaitlynn Christen, daughter of Jeff Mattson and Kim Christen Mattson, is an outside hitter for the Central Lakes College volleyball team. She played 101 sets, averaging 2.6 points per set, 2.39 kills per set, 1 Kaitlynn Christen assist, .34 digs per set, .32 blocks per set and a .336 hitting percentage. Christen is a 2015 graduate.

Kahlen Manthey, daughter of Luke Prescott and Michele Suihkonen, is a defensive specialist for the Central Lakes College volleyball team. She has played 86 sets this season, averaging .3 Kahlen Manthey points per set, 1 assist and 3.57 digs per set.

Manthey graduated in 2016.

Ian Galligan, son of Tom and Mary Galligan, is a member of the Crown College cross country team.

Galligan is a 2016 gradu- Ian Galligan ate.

Abby Moeller, daughter of Jim and Roseann Moeller, is a member of the Mount Mercy University bowling team. She is a two-time Junior Gold p a r t i c i p a n t . Abby Moeller Moeller is a 2015 graduate.

Shelby Studniski, daughter of Ruth Studniski, is a member of the Mankato State University bowling team. She is a 2014 graduate.

Storm graduates continue athletic career in fall sports Clayton Douvier, son of Terry Douvier, is a defensive lineman for the University of Minnesota – Morris football team. This season, he had 20 tackles and 34 assists. Clayton Douvier Douvier is a 2013 graduate.

Dean Marlin, son of Scott and Michelle Marlin, plays defense on the St. Mary’s – Winona soccer team.

This season, he played six games. Marlin graduated in Dean Marlin 2016.

Samantha Sell, daughter of Gary and Ann Sell, is a diver on the St. Cloud State University swim and dive team. Sell is a 2015 graduate.

Katie Lucas, daughter Samantha Sell of Jenny McNew and Randy Lucas, is a defender for the University of Wisconsin – River Falls soccer team.

She played nine games this season and scored one Katie Lucas goal. Lucas graduated in 2016.

Kyra Harvey, daughter of Carlos and Adina Harvey, is an outside hitter for the University of Wisconsin – River Falls volleyball team.

This season, she played 25 sets, averaging 1.32 points Kyra Harvey per set, 1.08 kills per set, .04 assists, .12 aces per set, .84 digs per set, .20 blocks per set and a .143 hitting percentage. Harvey is a 2016 graduate.

Brooke Butkowski, daughter of Paul and Kelly Butkowski, is a middle hitter and right side for the University of Wisconsin – Brooke Butkowski

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Barclay Bates, son of Dan and Cheri Bates, is a linebacker for the Augsburg College football team. He Barclay Bates played nine games this season, making 22 tackles and 27 assists. Bates is a 2015 graduate.

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Stidmon is a 2014 graduate. Alex Stidmon K a y l a Bauer, daughter of Jospeh Bauer, is a forward on the St. Scholastica girls soccer team.

She played one game and recorded one Kayla Bauer shot.

Bauer graduated in 2013.

Jacqulyn Braun, daughter of Anthony and Lisa Braun, is a diver for the University of Wisconsin – Stevens Point swim and dive Jacqulyn Braun team. Braun graduated in 2012.

Sam Sunstrom, daughter of John Sunstrom, is a top runner for the St. Cloud State University cross country team. This season, she had Àve top 10 Ànishes, Sam Sunstrom was awarded all-conference and will be participating in the nationals race.

Sunstrom graduated in 2013.

Mackenzie Posch, daughter of Gary and Meredith Posch, is a member of the Mankato State swim team, where she swims the 100 freestyle, the 50 freestyle, the 100 IM and Mackenzie Posch the 100 Áy. Posch is a 2015 graduate.

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Helmet. Check. Mouth guard. Check. Pads…check.

Judging by some of the equipment, you might think Bri Bellicose was preparing for a football game Saturday night. But the contact sport, which had her lacing up her quad skates Nov. 5, looked quite different. Bri Bellicose by night, and Abrielle Washington by day, the Sauk Rapids resident is one of the newest members of the Gargoyle Brigade, a team which went headon with the Prowlers at the home opener of the St. Cloud Area Roller Derby (SCAR) dolls this weekend. It was Washington’s Àrst ofÀcial bout and her team skated away with a 207-160 win.

“It wasn’t as nerve-racking as I thought it would be,” said Washington, a paraprofessional and mother of two. “Everyone made it fun and it was easy to let loose and have fun with it.”

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During a regulated Women’s Flat Track Derby Association (WFTDA) roller derby bout, two teams of Àve members each compete in short, two-minute-or-less drills called jams. The Àve member team is made up of a jammer, a pivot and three blockers.

The jammer is indicated by a star panty (or helmet cover) placed over ones’ helmet and is the only team member able to score points. The pivot strategizes and coordinates the teams’ efforts during the jam and is able to take over the jammers duties with a handoff pass of the starred panty.

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Washington became involved with derby a few years ago through a friend she made on the team.

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“I joined to have something for myself outside of work and home, where I could create goals for myself,” Washington said.

In addition to athleticism, the sport is about entertainment. Jammers going around the track throw their hands in the air for crowd reaction, players’ outÀts have Áair and faces are painted, games are played in intermissions and the S.C.A.R. doll mascot skates around with signs saying “Let’s hear some noise.” Each derby doll has an alter ego on the track. Names like Tekilla Shooter, Shirley Temper and of course Bri Bellicose appear on the evening’s program.

Washington’s name is her short nick-name Bri (which only her mother calls her) and Bellicose means “having aggression and a willingness to Àght.” Each name and number within the WFTDA league is unique to each player. No one else in the league shares it.

Washington thinks the alter-egos and comradery of the all-female team is what makes the sports even more attractive to some.

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RICE – When Rick Schlichting’s grandmother emigrated from Poland and cultivated the land near Rice, it was the beginning of a longstanding family farm that puts passion and purpose at the forefront – passion for the food produced and purpose to live sustainably.

On Dec. 6, the Benton County Soil and Water Conservation District (SWCD) will honor Rick and his wife, Marlene, as the 2016 Outstanding Conservation Cooperators of the Year for their soil and water conservation efforts at Schlichting Farms.

“It’s nice to be recognized,” Rick said. “We’ve always done practices on our own [to preserve the land], but have been under the radar.”

Rick and Marlene farm 6,300 acres of land, growing, PHOTO BY JENNIFER COYNE potatoes, corn, kidney beans Rick and Marlene Schlichting are the 2016 Benton County Outstanding Conservation Cooperators of the Year for their efforts and alfalfa, and also raise to conserve water and soil on their farm near Rice. The Schlichtings plant several cover crops including turnips, radishes, nearly 20,000 hogs in a farclover and rye.

row-to-Ànish operation. Additionally, Rick manages Prairie Farm Company with his aunt, Diane Wojtanowicz.

The Schlichtings Àrst implemented conservation practices on their farm in the early ‘70s to reduce erosion and retain nutrients commonly found in the sandy soils of central Minnesota.

“The soil in our area is very conducive for bean production and potatoes,” Rick said. “But when we Àrst started, we could hardly grow anything and had to Ànd a way to salvage the land.”

With Àeld hedges of pine, chokecherry, crab apple, pin cherry trees and also high bush cranberries, the Schlichtings created natural buffer strips and wind breaks. Within the Àelds, themselves, the Schlichtings incorporated cover cropping into their farming practices, which has not only helped with soil erosion but also improved organic matter.

“We found we could do just as good or better with cover crops,” Rick said.

“We’ve been able to produce more off the soil in 30 years than we could if we didn’t use cover crops.”

After each potato and edible bean harvest, Rick plants winter rye as a cover crop.

Schlichtings continued on pg. 2B

Farming hunters Steve and Tim Scapanski balance time on farm, in woods

by ANNA SALDANA STAFF WRITER

SAUK RAPIDS – Packing the guns, gear and essentials can take time. After all, you wouldn’t want to forget something for a weekend in the woods.

Many people travel to their favorite hunting spot on opening weekend, climbing into the deer stand before dawn in hopes of shooting a big buck.

Hunting season for Tim and Steve Scapanski is different, because they also need to take care of their dairy farm.

“We’ve never hunted up Scapanski continued on pg. 3B

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(Front, from left)Adam Scapanski and Anthony Scapanski; (back, from left) Michael Lentner, Daniel Scapanski, Patrick Scapanski, Eric Scapanski, Steve Scapanski and Tim Scapanski all hunt together in the woods near Steve and Tim’s farm.

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Schlichtings continued from front_______________ PHOTOS BY JENNIFER COYNE

Each Schlichting Àeld is bordered with a tree or bush line to prevent wind erosion on the soil.

In some Àelds, he also plants clover, radishes and turnips along with the rye.

However, implementing the cover crops has been the greatest learning experience for the Schlichtings – Àguring out how to best preserve the organic matter, protect the topsoil and eliminate wind erosion.

Along with cover cropping, Rick and Marlene have implemented a low-pressure drop irrigation system.

“This way, we only use water when we need it,” Rick said.

The Schlichtings also follow a strict fertilization program as to not lose nutrients through ground water.

Marlene explained their nutrient management as similar to that of other agricultural enterprises, Ànding the best

practices that will aid in the Ànal outcome.

“It’s like dairying,” she said. “You’re trying to get the cows the healthiest food. We want to do the same thing for our soil.”

Rick agreed.

“We want to get the most out of it without applying the most,” he said.

To conÀrm the best application for each Àeld, the Schlichtings treat each Àeld differently depending on soil type and crop.

“We look at references from years past to plan ahead,” Rick said. “Someone is in the Àelds every day. I personally check the Àelds once a week.”

Furthermore, the Schlichtings have incorporated reduced tillage practices, manure testing, native prairie lands and wildlife food plots

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“We’ve done other things on the farm, but it all happens with experience and being put in a situation,” Rick said.

“We’re always experimenting with ways to better our soil and water use.”

This vast variety of conservation practices has led Rick and Marlene to receive one of the greatest honors from the Benton County SWCD; an award, they said, everyone has the ability to achieve.

“Many people are already doing things and they’re doing a good job,” Marlene said.

“You don’t realize that until it’s put on paper.”

Rick agreed.

“Ultimately, better land means better proÀts,” he said.

“And it’s gratifying to know you’re growing a good crop.”

Adhering to their simple farming values, the Schlichtings have not only provided a good crop, but also been recognized for their dedication to the future of farming – and for that, they are grateful.

“Sustainability – it’s just the right thing to do,” Marlene said. “We’re making the soil better than how we received it, and we’re going to continue to strive to do that.”

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Scapanski continued from front_______________________________________ north or anything, always around here,” Steve said. “A big part of that is the farm.”

Balancing chores with time in the woods is something the brothers have Àgured out over the years.

“We get up at 4 a.m. instead of 6 and we come in from the woods at noon to do chores again,” Steve said.

“We milk twice a day, so we just work our hunting around that. During the week, we will hunt in the afternoons if we can.”

The two brothers hunt in a group of 11 or 12 people, including nephews and Steve’s son and daughter.

“It’s always been this way,” Tim said. “We’ve all hunted since we were 12

years old, so 31 years for me and 39 years for Steve.

It’s just something we’ve always enjoyed.”

There have been a couple instances where the farm interrupts their hunting.

“Two years ago, I was planning to stay out in the stand a little longer, but then I got a phone call that the water wasn’t working so I had to come in,” Tim said.

There’s also been times when the farm doesn’t get in the way at all.

“We had one year, 1988 I think, where we had all of the crops harvested before hunting season even started,” Steve said. “That was fun because we could just do chores and go hunting every

day. We spent hours in the stands every day.”

Tim learns to balance hunting with the farm for longer periods of time, as he bow hunts and muzzle-loads as well.

“I do everything and I have for a long time,” Tim said. “It’s nice because I’m like the only one in the woods.”

Farming and hunting are both important parts of life for Tim and Steve during the fall, neither of which would give up the chaotic schedule.

“It’s our way of life, we either spend time in the barn, the tractor or the deer stand,” Tim said. “It’s just what happens this time of year and it makes things fun.”

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Central Minnesota relishes in bumper crop

2016 yields surpass expectations Last year’s harvest was one for the record books – favorable planting conditions and optimal rains throughout the growing season aided in unheard of yields come harvest. It was a year unlike any other, undoubtedly one that would be tough to relive.

However, as harvest wraps up in central Minnesota, it seems luck has struck twice.

“I think farmers are blown away by the yield and the quality has been excellent,” said Jason Sadlovsky, general manager at Sunrise Ag Coop.

Doug Nemeth can attest with the crops he cultivated

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While some patrons have a little time left to store their grain at the co-ops, many farmers are looking for alternative options – other grain storage sites, creating their own piles and bags, or storing the grain in on-farm bins until supply diminishes.

Only his fourth time doing so, Nemeth rented out his grain bins to area farmers who were looking for additional space.

“Farmers are squeezing [grain] in where they can or letting it stand out in the Àeld until they have room,” Burg said.

In a report published by the USDA-NASS on Nov. 7, corn for grain harvest is now 86 percent complete across Minnesota with soybeans nearly completed.

The remainder of harvest depends greatly on Àeld conditions.

As areas surrounding Buckman and Pierz received timely rains and bouts of dry spells throughout the growing season, other areas were hit with mid-July storms that left the Àelds with plentiful moisture levels that, in some instances, still remain.

“Rain does make grain, but wet harvest conditions

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However, poor weather conditions are not deterring farmers from collecting their yields.

“They are still getting out there to get the crops in,” Burg said. “Some farmers have gotten stuck, but I’ve seen worse years.”

Sadlovsky sees the wet harvest as an opportunity for coops, with grain coming in at different times allowing businesses to catch up on buying and selling the crop.

The USDA-NASS indicated that many Àelds across the state are too saturated to combine prompting farmers to wait for a hard freeze before completing harvest.

Despite setbacks, 2016 mirrors the success farmers reaped last year – success that continues to provide for a growing, dependent population.

“Aside from a challenging Ànancial situation and a muddy harvest season, it is intriguing to see what kind of yields are possible and to watch combines, wagons and trucks Àll,” Martens said. “We can certainly appreciate what farmers working with agricultural businesses do to put food on the table and contribute to the economy.”

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Service (NASS) report on Minnesota agriculture, published Oct. 12, corn production in Minnesota is forecasted at 186 bushels per acre – if realized, trailing the highest record yield set in 2015.

In the same token, soybean production is forecasted to reach 49 bushels per acre – the second highest value behind 2015, if realized.

Within Benton County, corn and soybean yields averaged 167 and 47 for 2015, respectively. Similar values are expected at the end of this harvest season.

“I’ve heard credible reports of 50 to 70 bushels of soybean yields,” said Dan Martens, University of Minnesota extension educator.

“I’ve also heard of corn yields for whole Àelds as high as 220 to 240, but more around 180.”

Nemeth received 200 bushels per acre of corn on irrigated land and 125 bushels on non-irrigated Àelds.

“All farmers love good yields,” said Nemeth, who planted a late-April crop on sandy soil. “Because I have lighter soil, I can pick when I can plant and planting is critical to these good yields.”

Local mills and grain cooperatives can testify to the staggering yields, too.

In certain cases, Sadlovsky has heard of yields reaching 75 bushels per acre for soybeans and upwards of 305 bushels per acre for corn.

“With the technology available to be drought resistant and more, we’re going to see 200 bushels per acre be the new normal,” he said.

Those extra bushels are coming at a time when farmers need it most.

“Low prices for crops, milk, hogs and declining prices for beef weigh heavy on the farm and family budgets,” Martens said. “Like last year, lots of bushels help with additional income, but that doesn’t make an easy year.”

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Sauk Rapids Police Department activity Monday, October 24 1151 hrs – theft on Benton Dr N 1201 hrs – property on the 1900 block of Benton Dr N 1522 hrs – harassment on the 1200 block of Hillside Dr 1739 hrs – burning complaint on the 1200 block of 1st Ave N 1902 hrs – suspicious activity Industrial Dr S and Benton Dr S 1947 hrs – violation court order on the 100 block of 18th St NW 2214 hrs – welfare check on the 100 block of River Ave S 2304 hrs – disturbance on the 900 block of Benton Dr N 4 trafÀc stops; 2 assists; 1 ordinance violation; 1 human services report; 1 alarm; 1 medical call Tuesday, October 25 0101 hrs – controlled substance on the 300 block of 2nd Ave N 1013 hrs – robbery on Benton Dr N 1226 hrs – animal on Hwy 15 and 18th St N 1335 hrs – criminal damage to property on the 1000 block of Summit Ave N 1344 hrs – property on the 1200 block of Lincoln Ave 1412 hrs – theft on the 1300 block of 13th St Cir 1422 hrs – driving 1440 hrs – theft on the 1800 block of Osauka Rd NE 1627 hrs – suspicious activity on the 100 block of 1st St S 1849 hrs – repo vehicle 1931 hrs – repo vehicle 1950 hrs – missing person on 1800 block of Eastern Star Loop 2031 hrs – vehicle on the 1000 block of 6th Ave N 2148 hrs – trespassing on the 300 block of River Ave S 2323 hrs – domestic on the 100 block of 15th St Ct 15 trafÀc stops; 2 alarms; 2 medical calls; 10 human services reports; 7 permits issued; 3 assists Wednesday, October 26 0311 hrs – unwanted person on the 100 block of 15th St Ct 0644 hrs – trafÀc accident on Benton Dr and 1st St N 0848 hrs – harassment on the 1900 block of Benton Dr N 1000 hrs – criminal damage to property 100 block 18th St NW 1144 hrs – accident on the 800 block of Golden Spike Rd NE

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1603 hrs – suspicious activity on the 700 block of 6th Ave N 2321 hrs – suspicious activity on the 2500 block of Ocarnia Dr 8 trafÀc stops; 2 assists; 2 medical calls

2054 hrs – warrant 2145 hrs – animal on the 1000 block of Benedict Dr 2217 hrs – criminal damage to property on the 1800 block of Osauka Rd NE Thursday, October 27 2240 hrs – driving 0010 hrs – suspicious activity on the 1300 block of 10th Ave 2353 hrs – disorderly conduct on the 1300 block of 13th St Cir NE 10 trafÀc stops; 7 assists; 1 ordinance violation; 4 permits is0108 hrs – attempt to locate on 500 block of Hwy 23 in Foley sued; 1 ordinance violation; 1 alarm 0149 hrs – suspicious activity on 7th St S and 2nd Ave S 0242 hrs – disturbance on the 1200 block of 2nd Ave N Saturday, October 29 0310 hrs – suspicious activity on 3rd Ave S 0022 hrs – shooting on the 1400 block of 2nd Ave S 0925 hrs – burglary on the 600 block of Broadway Ave S 0158 hrs – child on Benton Dr S 1206 hrs – child on the 300 block of 3rd Ave S 0419 hrs – police proactive visit on 2nd Ave N and 1st St N 1500 hrs – controlled substance 3300 block of Orchard Ave 0423 hrs – welfare check on Hwy 15 and Benton Dr N NE 0612 hrs – suspicious activity 2000 block of Highview Dr W 1521 hrs – controlled substance on the 800 block of 2nd Ave N 1116 hrs – burglary on the 300 block of 7th Ave N 1546 hrs – welfare check on the 200 block of 3rd Ave S 1238 hrs – driving 5 trafÀc stops; 1 alarm; 1 assist; 3 medical calls 1410 hrs – suicidal person on the 200 block of 9th Ave S 1757 hrs – domestic on the 100 block of 3rd Ave S Friday, October 28 1844 hrs – animal on the 300 block of 7th Ave N 0021 hrs – domestic on the 1900 block of Benton Dr N 1857 hrs – suspicious activity on 2800 block of 10th Ave NE 0215 hrs – welfare check on 2nd Ave N and 5th St N 1932 hrs – animal on the 1700 block of 4 ½ Ave N 0310 hrs – suspicious activity on the 1000 block of N River 2143 hrs – suspicious activity on 300 block of Industrial Blvd Ave 2149 hrs – extra patrol on the 100 block of 11th St N 0456 hrs – suspicious activity on the 300 block of 2nd Ave N 2234 hrs – disturbance on the 300 block of Benton Dr N and 0804 hrs – theft on the 1200 block of 15th St NE the 500 block of Hwy 23 in Foley 0825 hrs – suspicious activity on the 1300 block of 2nd St N 2317 hrs – suspicious activity on Division St and 4th Ave S 0918 hrs – theft on the 1200 block of Stone Ridge Rd 2329 hrs – disturbance on the 100 block of 11th St N 0931 hrs – assault on the 1400 block of Hillside Ct 4 trafÀc stops; 5 assists; 1 medical call; 1 alarm 1138 hrs – suspicious activity on Main St in Rice 1245 hrs – driving Sunday, October 30 1457 hrs – warrant on the 700 block of Broadway Ave S 0114 hrs – unwanted person on the 1100 block of 6th Ave N 1541 hrs – theft on the 1300 block of 2nd St N 0225 hrs – disturbance on the 300 block of Benton Dr N 1609 hrs – assault on the 1200 block of 2nd Ave N 0546 hrs – vehicle 1645 hrs – accident on the 2000 block of 4th Ave N 0645 hrs – disturbance on the 1200 block of 2nd Ave N 1647 hrs – suspicious activity on the 100 block of 1st St S 0848 hrs – animal on the 600 block of Benton Dr N 1723 hrs – terroristic threats on the 400 block of 13th Ave S 1322 hrs – disturbance on the 1600 block of 20th Ave NE 1959 hrs – dvs 1402 hrs – burning complaint 2011 hrs – animal on the 200 block of 9 ½ St N 1414 hrs – trespassing on the 300 block of 8th St N 2053 hrs – suspicious activity on the 1900 block of Benton 1742 hrs – child on the 500 block of 6th Ave N Dr N 1743 hrs – domestic on the 1200 block of 2nd Ave N 1813 hrs – suspicious activity on the 200 block of 1st St S 2112 hrs – suspicious activity on the 200 block of 1st St S 2 trafÀc stops; 2 medical calls; 2 assists

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ON SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS MONDAY NOVEMBER 28, 2016

Tuesday, October 25 Notice is hereby given that the Sauk Rapids City Council will met at 6:00PM, or as soon thereafter as possible, on Monday the 1 trafÀc stop; 2 assists 28th day of November, 2016, in the City Council Chambers, 250 Summit Avenue North, to consider the adoption of the Assessment Rolls made up of individual assessments to abutting or beneÀted property for the following improvements: ROLL NO. IMPROVEMENT AND AREA TO BE ASSESSED 407 Unpaid Water and Sewer Bills, Storm Water Utility Fees, and Street Light Utility Fees throughout the city.

The total amount of the proposed assessment roll is $110,797.98.

408 Lawn cutting throughout the city. The total amount of the proposed assessment roll is $120.00.

409 2016 8th Street North and 3rd Avenue North Improvements, 8th Street North from Benton Drive to 6th Avenue North and 3rd Avenue North from 1st Street North to 2nd Street North, for street reconstruction, drainage system, sanitary sewer, water main, sanitary sewer and water services and sidewalk. The area proposed to be assessed for the improvements are those properties abutting the improvements and within the drainage area. The total amount of the proposed assessment roll is $213,999.72.

410 Water Service Repairs throughout the city. The total amount of the proposed assessment roll is $1,700.00.

The proposed assessment rolls are on Àle for public inspection at the ofÀce of the City Administrator-Clerk. Written or oral objections will be considered at the meeting. The Council may consider an objection to the amount of the proposed individual assessment at this meeting or an adjourned meeting upon further notice of the affected property owners, as it deems advisable.

An owner may appeal an assessment levied by the City Council to the District Court pursuant to Minnesota Statutes 429.081 by serving notice of the appeal upon the Mayor or City Administrator-Clerk of Sauk Rapids within thirty (30) days after the adoption of the assessment roll and Àling such notice with the District Court within ten (10) days after service upon the Mayor or City Administrator-Clerk however, no appeal may be taken as to the amount of any individual assessment unless a written objection signed by the effected property owner is Àled with the City Administrator-Clerk prior to the assessment hearing or presented to the presiding ofÀcer at the hearing on Monday, November 28, 2016.

Pursuant to Minnesota Statutes, Section 435.193 to 435.195, and Sauk Rapids Ordinance, a homeowner may make application to defer the payment of a special assessment for any homestead property owned by a person sixty-Àve (65) years of age or older for whom it would be a Ànancial hardship to make the payments. When deferment of the special assessment has been granted and is later terminated in accord with State Law, all amounts accumulated plus applicable interest become due. Application forms may be obtained from the Sauk Rapids City Administrator-Clerk or the Benton County Auditor upon request. All application forms for this deferred assessment must be received by the Sauk Rapids City Administrator-Clerk no later than thirty (30) days from the adoption of the assessment.

City of Sauk Rapids Ross Olson City Administrator-Clerk R-45-1B

Wednesday, October 26 0845 hrs – suspicious activity on the 200 block of 3rd St NE 1 trafÀc stop; 1 ordinance violation Thursday, October 27 0108 hrs – attempt to locate 500 block of Hwy 23 in Foley 0859 hrs – predatory offender registry 1552 hrs – civil on Division St S 1622 hrs – theft on the 2300 block of Pine Rd NW 1 assist; 7 records checks Friday, October 28 0804 hrs – suspicious activity on the 200 block of 6th Ave NW 1138 hrs – suspicious activity on Main St 1250 hrs – suspicious activity on the 100 block of 2nd Ave NW 1521 hrs – controlled substance on Hwy 10 and 115th St NW 1700 hrs – school bus stop arm violation 3 trafÀc stops Sunday, October 30 1 trafÀc stop; 1 medical call

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9/27 – rescue call for one-car rollover on Hwy 10 9/30 – lift assist for 11000 block of Hwy 10 NW 10/16 – rescue call for one-car rollover on Hwy 10 BENTON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS 10/18 – Àre call to 1000 block of 107th St REGULAR MEETING MINUTES – OCTOBER 18, 2016 number of staff labor hours for to the Benton County Person- and needs an additional $3,000 10/21 – medical call to 1400 block of 115th St NW The Benton County Board of each project (i.e. survey work, nel Policy, exempt employees for the study. He stated his be- 10/23 – lift assist to 1400 block of 115th St NW

Commissioners met in regular session on October 18, 2016 in the Benton County Board Room in Foley, MN with Commissioners Jim McMahon, Jake Bauerly, Ed Popp, Spencer Buerkle and Warren Peschl present. Call to order by Chair Buerkle was at 9:00 AM followed by the Pledge of Allegiance to the Áag.

Popp/Peschl unanimous to approve the agenda as amended (add item: consider short-term exception to personnel policies regarding compensation time for exempt employees in Auditor-Treasurer’s OfÀce).

No one was present to speak under Open Forum.

Bauerly/McMahon unanimous to approve the Consent Agenda: 1) approve the Regular Meeting Minutes of October 4, 2016 as written; 2) accept and Àle Administrator’s Report/ Monthly Financial Report as submitted; 3) adopt Resolution 2016-#35, reappointing Brian Koester as Benton County Assessor for the term January 1, 2017 to December 31, 2020, and authorize the Chair to sign; and 4) approve Application for MN Lawful Gambling Exempt Permit—Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation—to hold a rafÁe at Jack & Jim’s, 11025 Duelm Road NE, Foley, on March 18, 2017.

Chris Byrd, County Engineer and Joe MacPherson, Assistant County Engineer, provided a Àve-year history of the Engineering Technician position in the Highway Department and the challenges experienced in recruiting qualiÀed engineering technicians over the past year. Using the adopted Àveyear road construction plan as a guide, MacPherson explained that staff arrived at an estimated

plan preparation, bidding documents, contract administration) and compared those “in house” labor costs (including all equipment used by the engineering technicians) to that of utilizing consultants for those same projects using rates for similar work. Byrd stated Àndings that the use of consultants would be at least two times the cost of utilizing internal engineering staff; in addition to being more cost-effective, the county could control the schedule and discipline of “in-house” staff, as well as the purchase of new equipment. Byrd spoke of possible ways to attract employees, which may include some type of incentives. Bauerly suggested that a two-year degree be recommended, as opposed to required, for the Engineering Technician position and then train that employee in the skills that they are lacking. Buerkle stated the need to have further discussion on how the current labor shortage is affecting not only the Highway Department, but other county departments as well. It was noted that the County Engineer already has the approval to move forward with the advertising and hiring of an Engineering Technician.

Headley noted the goal today was to share the analysis with Board members; he agreed that the Board should schedule a Committee of the Whole to discuss these issues further.

Karri Thorsten, Auditor-Treasurer, explained that, currently, the Auditor-Treasurer’s OfÀce is very short staffed and in the midst of tax collection, elections and preparation for TNT statements. She indicated that staff are willing to put in extra time in order to meet these demands; however, according

may not accumulate more than 40 hours of unused compensatory time. Thorsten stated her request for an exception to the policy to allow the limit on compensation time for the exempt employees in her ofÀce to be waived through the end of November; any hours that have been accumulated over the 40 hours would be added to the employee’s compensatory bank and used at a later time. Buerkle commented “…it seems like the right thing to do…but I’m very skeptical to change policy…” Bauerly commented “…we have to adapt our rules in order to keep operating until the pendulum swings the other way…” Popp noted that the request does contain a “sunset” (end of November). Lee Katzmarek, Human Resources Director, noted that, if this request is allowed, this compensatory time will not be payable on a cash basis. Peschl/Bauerly unanimous that the limit on compensation time for the exempt employees in the AuditorTreasurer’s OfÀce be waived through the end of November; also that any additional hours that have accumulated over the 40 hours be added to the employee’s comp bank.

The Regular County Board meeting was recessed at 9:52 AM to conduct a Human Services Board meeting.

The Regular County Board meeting was reconvened at 10:18 AM. Monty Headley, County Administrator, shared the request from the City of Sartell that the County consider a monetary contribution toward a study by the Urban Land Institute on potential re-uses of the former VERSO paper mill site; the City has secured a $7,000 grant

lief that a Technical Assistance Panel would be formed to conduct “an extremely intensive one-day brainstorming session”. Buerkle inquired if the Benton Economic Partnership Board should have input regarding this request. Popp stated his belief that the new BEP Executive Director should be a participant on the panel; he also felt that the City of Sartell should contribute toward the study costs. McMahon/Popp unanimous that Benton County contribute $1,500 toward the study; further, that the BEP Executive Director (John Uphoff) and two Benton County Board members be allowed to participate on the panel.

Board members reported on recent meetings they attended on behalf of the county.

Topics discussed under Commissioner Concerns included 1) skilled labor shortage in a union environment; and 2) City of St. Cloud orderly annexation area (City of St. Cloud’s ordinance appears to have more of a metro vision that is at odds with Benton County’s rural nature).

Peschl/McMahon unanimous to set Committees of the Whole: October 24, discuss impending retirement of County Recorder; discuss recruitment strategies.

Popp/Bauerly unanimous to adjourn at 10:42 AM. Spencer C. Buerkle, Chair Benton County Board of Commissioners ATTEST: Montgomery Headley Benton County Administrator R-45-1B

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CERTIFICATE OF ASSUMED NAME Minnesota Statutes Chapter 333 (1) The exact name under which the business is or will be conducted is: Dvorak Eye Clinic (2) The address of the principal place of business is: 4914 45th Street NE, Sauk Rapids, MN 56379, USA (3) List the name and complete street address of all persons conducting business under the above Assumed Name, OR if an entity, provide the legal corporate, LLC, or Limited Partnership name and registered ofÀce address: Dvorak Cataract and Eye Laser Clinic, P.A., 4914 45th Street NE, Sauk Rapids, MN 56379, USA (4) By typing my name, I, the undersigned, certify that I am signing this document as the person whose signature is required, or as agent of the person(s) whose signature would be required who has authorized me to sign this document on his/her behalf, or in both capacities. I further certify that I have completed all required Àelds, and that the information in this document is true and correct and in compliance with the applicable chapter of Minnesota Statutes. I understand that by signing this document I am subject to the penalties of perjury as set forth in Section 609.48 as if I had signed this document under oath.

John D. Dvorak, M.D., Chief Executive OfÀcer of Nameholder 10/07/2016 R-44-2P

CITY OF SAUK RAPIDS PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE You are invited to attend a public hearing on Monday, November 28th, 2016 at 6:00 p.m. or as soon thereafter as possible, in the Sauk Rapids Government Center, 250 Summit Avenue North, to consider the following matters that require a public hearing.

APPLICANT David Werschay. Preliminary Plat PURPOSE To consider a Preliminary Plat that would replat 10 patio home lots into 8 single family lots. Legal description: Lots 13-22 Block 2, Villages of Creekside.

Please contact Sauk Rapids Community Development Director Todd Schultz at (320) 258-5315 or tschultz@ci.sauk-rapids. mn.us with questions or stop by City Hall to obtain a copy of the application.

Any person desiring to comment on these matters is invited to do so in writing or orally at the time of the public hearing.

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Sarah Schieck, I will add Regional Extension that information Educator for Swine about VFD for all Production, shared livestock species information recently is being circulated about the new Veterithrough several nary Feed Directives channels. If you (VFD) that will go have been regularinto effect on Jan. 1, By Dan Martens ly or occasionally University of 2017. using antibiotic MN Extension These new rules, medications that related to livestock are routinely added medications, cover other spe- to livestock feed or water, it cies of livestock along with is probably most important to swine. The antibiotic changes talk to your veterinarian and will affect producers, veteri- feed supplier about steps you narians, feed mills and sup- will need to take to stay in pliers. Producers include all compliance with the new VFD livestock producers including rules.

4-H, FFA and other youth raisWe can easily be irritated ing livestock. with new rules that require Many of the antibiotics more time and work. It is imused in swine feed (and for portant Àrst to remember the other livestock species) and/or goal. In this case, the goal is to delivered via the water will be reduce the risk of greater rechanging in the method they sistance to antibiotics. This is are marketed to producers. important Àrst for our own huMedically important antibiot- man health; and also for care ics used in feed will be chang- of our livestock. Many farming from over-the-counter ers have made great strides in (OTC) to VFD. Water soluble following conscientious manmedications will be chang- agement practices related to ing from OTC to prescription the use of antibiotics.

(Rx). Producers need to talk to The second goal is to their veterinarians now about work together toward a priusing any antibiotics that fall mary goal as effectively and under the new antibiotic regu- efÀciently as we can. This will lations. Producers should not also be somewhat of a “work wait until January to work out in progress” as veterinarians, their plans for dealing with feed processors, farmers and these changes. Both VFDs and the Food and Drug Adminwater prescription medica- istration develop procedures tions will require a veterinar- and deal with questions which ian-client-patient relationship. come up along the way. I’d The antibiotic changes do not guess veterinarians and feed apply to injectable antibiotics. processors have already put a For more information lot of work into this with their about VFD rules and other customers.

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Little Falls – Friday, Dec. 9, Morrison Co. Government Center, 9:30 a.m.

Foley – Friday, Dec. 9, Foley City Hall, 1:30 p.m.

For information about all sites use an internet search for “Minnesota Extension Agriculture Business Management”; call your county extension ofÀce or the Farm Information Line at 1-800232-9077. In Benton call (320) 968-5077 or (800) 9644929; in Morrison call (320) 632-0161 or (866) 401-1111; and in Stearns (320) 255-6169 or (800) 450-6171.

Women in Agriculture: Financial Management Workshop “Taking Charge of Your Finances - How to Survive and Thrive.” This seminar will be Dec. 6 at the Farmington Regional Extension ofÀce, located at the Dakota County Extension and Conservation Center. Registration begins at 8:30 a.m. with the program running from 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m.

The fee is $20, and includes the cost of lunch. Payment can be made the day of event. The workshop will focus on a basic understanding of Ànancial statements and how to work with them on the farm. You might rideshare with a couple of neighbors.

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Rice low temperatures Our record cold that averaged 43.61 was a two degree degrees (F) and only three reading in 1896 while the redays with the mercury at 32 cord warm temperature was a degrees or lower. (Ice on the 90 degree day in 1953, an 88 bird bath on those three days.) degree difference in record The low temp occurred Oct. temperatures.

24, when I recorded a 29 deOctober can be a month gree reading. Most of the lows with lots of precipitation. I were in the 40s or 50s. On the recorded 8.22 inches of rain high side, the average high in 2005. Snow fell to the tune was 60.06 degrees with six of 6.0 inches in 1995. The days recording 70 degrees and famous Halloween storm of a high of 78 degrees occurring 1991 actually started on the on the Oct. 2. As they would Oct. 31, but most of the snow say at WCCO, several “top fell the following two days. ten” weather days. Last OctoPhenology: The highber was a mild month too. light of October, the magniÀPrecipitation-wise, mea- cent fall colors. My wife Jan surable rain happened on took a photo of the beauty on eleven days with the most rain North Freedom Road (picfalling on the Oct. 26 when I tured on the front page of the measured .90 in the rain gage. Sauk Rapids Herald.) The The trees should do well with best colors I’ve seen in sevmoderate rain at the end of the eral years. month. A total of 2.63 inches The most notable Áowof rain fell in October and ers were Monkshood (second for the calendar year 32.19 blooming) and sedum with inches. My records reÁect that great fall colors. about 50 percent of Octobers Fall/winter bird spereceive snow. So far, so good, cies are in full swing. Late now snow yet! to leave, were three northern

orioles on the Oct. 3 along with one hummingbird. Juncos from Canada are here in numbers along with Blue jays and GoldÀnch. Yellowrumped warblers were seen in numbers at the beginning of the month on their way south. Other species happy to see the suet and seed feeders were: Northern cardinal and Downey, Hairy, Red-bellied and Pileated woodpeckers. Also here were Whitebreasted nuthatch, a couple of crows, lots of ducks on the lake and three Mourning doves.

Little Rock Lake: Lake level has remained stable.

The water temperature at the beginning of the month was 62 degrees and dropped to a chilly 46 degrees on the Oct. 28. With the temperature signiÀcantly cooler, I thought the Secchi disk reading would improve. It didn’t. The reading stayed stable at 1.5 feet.

A disappointment! There are only three docks left in the lake on the north end and Àshing has been slow.

What’s Ahead: Time to visit the meat locker place and get your beef suet. Inspect your bird bath heater.

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UPSALA – The goal of an auction is to get the fair and true value for an item, from farm equipment and real estate to antiques and livestock. While fastpaced events are Àlled with excitement, the very livelihood of the seller could be depending on the day’s bottom line and at the center of all the action is the auctioneer.

Isaac Schultz grew up surrounded by auctions.

His parents, Mike and Jan Schultz, founded Schultz Auctioneers in 1978 and thus introduced their oldest son to the business early on in his life. Now 25, Schultz works between 50 and 80 auctions each year through his family’s business in addition to his own freelance work running 50 auctions in a year.

He also balances his auctioneering work with his role as the legislative assistant to Minnesota Speaker of the House Kurt Daudt. While he greatly enjoys his work in the political arena, Schultz is happy to follow his passion as an auctioneer, always striving to improve, even after the awards have been won.

“Auctions are a fast, fun and transparent way of moving assets from one person to another,” he said.

“This is an industry where there is always room to do better and learn more while also helping people.”

To be successful as an auctioneer, you have to have rhythm and speed, but you also need to be clear or you will not last long, Isaac pointed out.

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the test at any auction, but is even more so at competition,” Schultz said.

Schultz, who is an active member in the Minnesota State Auctioneers Association and the National Auctioneers Association, is a regular competitor and placed Àfth in the 2012 Minnesota State Auctioneers Championship.

But this past January, he took his talent to the next level, winning Minnesota State Auctioneers Championship – he was just 24 at the time of the win, which makes him only the second person to win at that age (no one younger has ever won). He also went on to compete in his Àfth International Auctioneer’s Championship in Grand Rapids, Mich. Often referred to as the ‘Super Bowl’ of auctioneering, Schultz became a Ànalist out of the 95 competitors from around the country in the event.

During competition, auctioneers are center stage, putting forth their speed, skill and style for the judges.

The high-intensity gets the adrenaline going, Schultz said, and that is what draws him to it.

“At those events, you are competing to be the best you can be,” he said. “The critiques given by judges are very beneÀcial.”

Schultz recently looked back on the roots that grew his passion for the trade and he points out that it wasn’t just one moment that made him decide to pursue his work, but rather a series of experiences that slowly peaked his interest. He began really picking up on other auctioneers by the time he was 16; not only from his dad and an uncle who is also in the business, but from any auctioneer he had the chance

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Isaac Schultz auctions off collectibles at a sale in Osakis while his dad, Mike Schultz, also an auctioneer, looks on.

to hear.

“I started Ànding my own rhythm as I listened to others and eventually I really found my own chant that Àt me,” he said. “Of course, the chant is going to change over time – I am still working on it.”

After becoming a bid caller in 2007, Schultz went on to auctioneering school in 2009 at the World Wide College of Auctioneering in Mason City, Iowa. At the time, he was still a high school student (he is a 2010 graduate of Upsala High School). During his eight-day course in Iowa, Schultz learned the business of auctions as well as the markets. But most of the time, he said, he spent with other auctioneers, listening and learning.

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Schultz continued from front_________

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Isaac Shultz is the Minnesota State Auctioneers Championship winner for 2016. Above he works at an auction in rural Osakis.

And those passions keep pushing him forward.

“Thinking you have reached your full potential is just not a good place to be in business or in life,” Schultz said before referencing a favorite quote by Vince Lombardi that states, ‘Perfection is not attainable, but if we chase perfection

we can catch excellence.’

Schultz knows that Ànding excellence, as an auctioneer, will not only satisfy him, but will also help the seller he is working with reach their goal, whether they are a business person, a family auctioning a property or a group holding an auction to beneÀt someone in need.

Awards aside, it’s the people and the passion that drive him in this exciting trade.

“We deeply care for those involved in the auction,” he said. “Helping people is a big part of the Àber of most auctioneers. It is a wonderful industry to be a part of.”

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The Business of Farming by Roger Strom Ag Columnist__________ __________ American Farm Bureau Federation, American Soybean Association, National Corn Growers Association, National Milk Producers Federation, American Sugarbeet Growers Association and the U.S. Farmers and Ranchers Alliance sent a letter to the folks at Dannon saying their decision “would force farmers to abandon safe, sustainable farming practices that have enhanced farm productivity over the last 20 years while greatly reducing the carbon footprint of American agriculture.”

Dannon said the letter was “divisive and misinformed” and issued a statement saying: “We believe the currently approved GMOs are safe,” “Furthermore, we believe that sustainable agricultural practices can be achieved with or without the use of GMOs. However, we believe there

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For over a year the economists and Ànancial institutions have been forecasting a troubled ag economy and unfortunately those predictions are becoming a reality.

The Creighton University Rural Mainstreet Index has now fallen to its lowest level in seven years.

The 10 state survey of rural bank presidents and CEOs dropped to 31.8 in October from September’s 37.3.

The index was higher in Iowa, Nebraska and South Dakota, with losses recorded in Illinois, Minnesota and Missouri.

More than one in Àve farmers are expected to have negative cash Áows in 2016, mainly because of a 19 percent drop in livestock prices and 18 percent drop in grain prices over the past year.

Federal data on agricultural lending in the big farm states of Illinois, Indiana and Iowa shows that delinquency rates on farmland and production loans are rising sharply.

On another subject: Dannon’s decision to convert three of its brands to non-GMO by the end of 2018 has started a war of words with the agriculture community.

Six groups including the

is growing consumer preference for non-GMO ingredients and food in the United States and we want to use the strong relationships we have with our farmer partners to provide products that address this consumer demand.”

Randy Mooney, chairman of the National Milk Producers Federation called it “marketing puffery, not any true innovation that improves the actual product offered to consumers.”

History has shown that when one company makes such a decision, others are quick to follow. The Dannon change falls on the heels of Chipotle, Hershey Co. and General Mills that have declared they are not going to use GMO ingredients in some of their products.

Nearly all the corn and soybeans grown in the U.S. are the result of genetic modiÀcation and if food companies start demanding GMO free products on a large scale, farmers may not be able to meet the demand.

Asking farmers to quit using genetic engineering would be like asking us to go back to using the computer we had 20 years ago.

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