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“Minnesota’s Oldest Weekly Newspaper” Vol. 162, No. 40

11 2nd Ave. N., Unit 103, Sauk Rapids, Benton County, MN 56379

January 26, 2017

Hard work pays off

Baker wins Triple “A” Award

by ANNA SALDANA STAFF WRITER PHOTO BY NATASHA BARBER

Bob Bzdok, of Rice, will compete in the Midwest Championship 10-dog sprint class at the Winter Warrior Sled Dog Races in Camp Ripley Feb. 1719.

Running with dogs Bzdok prepares for Midwest Championship

by NATASHA BARBER STAFF WRITER

RICE — For Bob Bzdok, snow accumulation couldn’t come soon enough.

The 44-year-old musher from Rice is set to compete in the Midwest Championship at the Winter Warrior Sled Dog Races in Camp Ripley Feb. 17-19. Although the three-day event has not yet been calledoff, it was canceled last year due to low amounts of snow pack.

“It’s very weather dependent, obviously. And frustrating when you gear up all year, don’t get snow and races cancel,” said Bzdok, who works at C&L Distributing, of Sauk Rapids.

Bzdok’s interests in sled-dog racing began as a young boy reading novels from authors such as Jack London. In grade school, he experimented by fabricating a dog harness from old vehicle seatbelts sewn together with Àshing line. His family’s Husky-German Shepherd and the neighbor’s pet dog were privileged to try his creation.

Bzdok continued on pg. 3

Personnel granted raises for subsequent three years

by NATASHA BARBER STAFF WRITER

time liquor and seasonal employees, as well as election judges.

In other council news: • City administrator Ross Olson presented the Ànal Àve candidates for the vacant council position. They are, in no particular order, Bill Bard, Jason Ellering, Joe Foster, Merle Gales and Tim Wilcox.

The council will interview the candidates with hopes to appoint someone at the Àrst meeitng in February.

• Authorized a detailed estimate for the potential undergrounding of power lines for the Second Avenue reconstruction project. Upon receipt of the estimate, council

SAUK RAPIDS — Sauk Rapids city personnel will be getting a raise each of the next three years.

The city council approved personnel updates and threeyear contracts at the Jan. 23 meeting that included a 3 percent wage increase for employees for the 2017-19.

The updated contracts for the American Federation of State, City and Municipal Employees Local 748 and Law Enforcement Labor Services, Inc. Local 366 also included consistency of bereavement leave and a $15,000 increase to life insurance beneÀts.

The changes effect Àre, Sauk Rapids City Council continued on pg. 2 police, animal control, part-

Bollig awarded bid for city engineer

by NATASHA BARBER STAFF WRITER

RICE — The Rice City Council awarded the position of city engineer Jan. 17 to Bollig, Inc. Engineering and Environmental Services. The city solicited requests for proposals this past fall and interviewed the top Àrms in January.

Bollig will have a 12-month automatically renewable contract with the city until the council wishes to petitions new bidders once more. Typically the city has been requesting proposals for various appointments every three years. Either party may end the contract by written letter 60 days prior to the expiration of the 12-month term.

The engineering Àrm is based in Willmar, with a branch in Sartell and replaces Bolten & Menk, Inc. who had served the city for the past Àve years.

In other council news: • Jonathon Fleck, of Bollig, presented an update on the city’s wellhead protection plan. He informed the Àrm will be working on identifying potential contamination sites within the city and submitting the inventory for review.

Beyond regulatory mandates

of the plan, he would like to begin developing goals for the city. Ultimately, goals within the plan would commit the city but also provide grant opportunities.

• The 2017 salary schedule was approved after discussing the addition of a base income for the three Àre department lieutenant positions. Rice Fire Chief Scott Janski clariÀed to the council that the department had eliminated the positions of secretary and two training ofÀcers which had an annual base wage of $850. The council agreed to set pay for lieutenants at $180 salary plus runs until next year when they can be added to the budget.

• Council member Paula Kampa gave an update regarding the unÀlled recreation manager position.

Kampa has been working with the Saint Cloud State University to possibly sign a long-term paid internship.

This contract would bring continuity to the program and ensure the position remains Àlled even if the person heading the program changes from year to year.

Saint Cloud State has voiced a commitment to furnishing the city’s needs, but no date has been set to approve an agreement.

SAUK RAPIDS – Ethan Baker has always had hard work as a part of his vocabulary, particularly when it comes to athletics.

“I have Àve older siblings, and they’ve all motivated me to be my best,” Baker said.

“Particularly with soccer, I’ve beneÀtted more because they’ve pushed me. All six of us have been in soccer and all Àve of us boys have swum.

My interest and continued dedication stems from them.”

Baker has earned allconference in soccer, has been to a state tournament for swimming, actively volunteers in his community and maintains an “A” average in school.

His hard work and dedication to everything he does is exactly why he was recently awarded the Triple “A” Award.

“I started thinking about the award last year, but I wasn’t expecting to win it,” Baker said. “I’m honored, especially since I have two older brothers that have won it too.”

The Triple “A” award is given to two high school seniors in each school who show well-rounded

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Ethan Baker was recently honored with the Triple “A” award for his dedication to academics, arts and athletics.

dedication in academics, arts and athletics. In order to be eligible, students must maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher, participate in Minnesota State High School League (MSHSL) sponsored activities and comply with the MSHSL code of conduct.

“I’ve learned from a lot of

people about the importance of hard work,” Baker said.

“I like to put forth my best effort in everything I can. My brothers and coaches have helped that.”

In addition to soccer and swimming, Baker is also involved in Project 4 Teens, Minnesota Honor Society,

LINK, Boy Scouts and volunteering at his church. All of this gives him a very busy schedule.

“I’m usually up at 5:30 for religion at 6 a.m. Then I go straight to school for morning practice, followed by classes and then back to practice until 6 p.m.,” Baker said. “I get a little bit of time to eat dinner with my family on days where we don’t have a meet and then I start homework around 7:20 p.m.”

Baker jokes he doesn’t know what free time is, but says he has a lot of fun being in his various activities.

“Spending time with teammates in countless hours of practice and training makes things fun,” Baker said. “I don’t necessarily get much free time because of my many activities, but that doesn’t mean I’m not having fun. I have a ton of fun because I get to be with friends and classmates almost all the time.”

Following high school, Baker will continue his volunteer work with a twoyear mission trip.

“I am very excited to have that experience,” Baker said. “I will be on my own for the mission, rather than going as a church group. But I trust that wherever I end up going is where I should be.

And it’s all volunteer work to help others, a value I’ve been raised on. Family is important and they are the reason I am who I am today.”

A father-daughter experience

Bittmans attend presidential inauguration

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Dan and Maddie Bittman attended the inauguration of Donald Trump as the 45th President of the United States Jan. 20.

by ANNA SALDANA STAFF WRITER

SAUK RAPIDS – Maddie and Dan Bittman got to experience Àrsthand what most Americans only got to watch on television – Donald Trump’s inauguration as the 45th President of the United States.

The father and daughter Áew out to Washington, D.C. Jan. 18 for a two-day visit, which included attending the inauguration.

“I appreciated having and sharing this amazing opportunity and historic event with my daughter,” said Dr. Daniel Bittman, superintendent of the Sauk Rapids-Rice School District.

“We were certainly humbled to be there, and we learned so much through this experience.”

The Bittmans applied for tickets to the inauguration prior to election day through Congressman Tom Emmer’s ofÀce. “[Emmer] and his staff continue to be wonderful partners with the Sauk Rapids-

Rice School District and we appreciate their continued efforts to make great things possible for our students and community,” Bittman said.

“We were given tickets in a special section only a short distance from the stage, but were still encouraged to arrive three hours prior to the start of the event. So we

Maddie Bittman met Congressman Tom Emmer while her and her dad, Dan, were visiting Washington, D.C., for the inauguration. The two also visited the Lincoln and World War II Memorials, the National Mall and the White House, as well as conducting a college visit at Georgetown University.

spent seven-and-a-half hours at the inauguration itself and we both agree it was a terriÀc experience, especially when we could see everyone clearly.”

For 14-year-old Maddie, being in Washington, D.C. during such a historical event was an incredible learning experience.

“I am excited to have been a part of the inauguration and feel very fortunate to have been given this opportunity,” Maddie said. “There was a lot of excitement and large crowds. It was fun to learn with and from people throughout the United States. It was a spectacular experience.”

While in D.C., the Bittmans visited the World War II and Lincoln Memorials, the National Mall and the White House. They also conducted a college visit at Georgetown University.

The Bittmans recognize the signiÀcance of the inauguration, but appreciate even more the opportunity to spend time together on this trip.

“We are both very busy, so I’m glad I could have this time and attend these events with

my dad,” Maddie said. “He is familiar with Washington, D.C. and was excited to be experiencing this with me.”

Bittman watched his daughter experience the historical event with a smile on his face.

“I am very proud of my daughter and the young lady she is becoming,” Bittman said. “It was a lot of fun to watch her appreciation for everything that was going on.

And she learned a lot from the inauguration, as well as the protests and all of the tours. It was good for her to see all the sides of our government and how different people reacted to the change in power.”

As Maddie goes through her last few years of high school, Bittman knows her journey will change, as will his.

“Knowing she’s only a few years away from going off to college, possibly at Georgetown, and how much her journey is going to change, I’ve appreciated the one-onone time I can get with her,” Bittman said. “It makes time spent together much more special.”

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PUBLIC NOTICE BENTON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS

REGULAR MEETING MINUTES DECEMBER 7, 2016 The Benton County Board of Commissioners met in regular session on December 7, 2016 in the Benton County Board Room in Foley, MN with Commissioners Spencer Buerkle, Warren Peschl, Jim McMahon, Jake Bauerly and Ed Popp present. Call to order by Chair Buerkle was at 7:00 PM followed by the Pledge of Allegiance to the Áag.

Peschl/Bauerly unanimous to approve the agenda as written.

No one was present to speak under Open Forum.

Chair Buerkle announced that the County Board is conducting a Truth in Taxation public meeting on the County’s proposed 2017 budget and levy; the purpose of this meeting is to take questions and comments from the public. Monty Headley, County Administrator, explained that Benton County’s average levy change for the period 2008-2016 was a 0.6% increase—the Statewide average for all 87 counties during that same time period was a 2.8% increase.

He presented the Department of Revenue summary of proposed 2017 county levies—Benton County’s proposed 2017 levy is the 7th smallest proposed levy increase statewide (Statewide average is 4.2% increase; Benton County’s proposed levy increase is 1.8%).

Headley continued with a summary of the major factors in the proposed 2017 budget and levy: • The proposed 2017 levy increases 1.8%, or $343,505 from 2016, to a total of $19,330,998 • The proposed levy keeps the increase below the 2.5% expected growth in the County’s payable 2017 tax capacity, which should result in a lower County tax rate for 2017 • The proposed 2017 operating budget totals $42,684,658, a reduction of $2,417,671, or 5.4% from 2016 • The operating budget reduction is due primarily to a smaller road construction program next year • The proposed budget adds three new positions: o A part-time Assistant County Attorney due to increased caseloads o A Case Aid/Human Resources Contact in Human Services to focus on maximizing revenue and to manage recruitments for the Department o An Eligibility Specialist for Human Services related primarily to increased caseload from the MNSURE program • The proposed budget adds $25,000 to help the Benton Soil and Water Conservation District hire a Water Plan Technician to update and implement the County Water Plan • The Highway Department maintenance budget is increased by $100,000 to allow the Department to do more road patching • $100,000 is set aside in the proposed budget to support an update to the County’s Comprehensive Land Use Plan (last updated in 2006) • The Human Services budget for placements at the Anoka Regional Treatment facility increases $225,000 in the proposed budget (in the short term, this cost increase is funded with reserves) • The County’s Workers Compensation premiums will fall $58,000 next year, a 24% reduction from 2016 • The proposed 2017 budget includes funding for the County’s Àveyear Capital Improvement Plan, with projects totaling $388,553 next year; replacing the County’s aging telephone system is the largest project in the Plan, with an estimated cost of $500,000 over two years Headley explained where the county’s resources come from (46% from property taxes, only 5% from County Program Aid) and where the dollars are spent (salaries, wages and beneÀts make up 48% of the total budget); the top three functions of Human Services, Highway and General Governmental comprise 72% of the County’s proposed 2017 budget.

Chair Buerkle called for those wishing to speak during the public meeting portion. Lora Robinson (923 Oakcrest Court, Sauk Rapids) stated her appreciation of the thoroughness of tonight’s presentation. She inquired of the county’s fund balances and the potential for reducing those fund balances with a goal of lowering the tax rate. Headley noted that “having reserves has helped us when we need to come up with cash for various projects, for example, the Rice Interchange…in order to do some projects in our Àve-year road program sooner, we plan to use reserves…” He added “the single biggest reason for the downward trend in levy is the reduction in debt…in order to get the savings to the taxpayers sooner, the Board decided to use about $2 million in reserves to fund the Ànal few years of the debt service on three different bonds…” Bauerly commented “…we don’t have the tax capacity in Benton County like Stearns and Sherburne Counties…Benton County reduced the levy in three of the last four years…we are working on it…” Popp added that Benton County is also working to attract new businesses to the county with the establishment of a new organization—the Benton Economic Partnership. (The public meeting concluded at 7:28 PM).

Popp/McMahon unanimous to approve the Consent Agenda: 1) approve the Regular Meeting Minutes of November 15, 2016 as written; 2) adopt Resolution 2016-#42, establishing commitments of fund balances as of December 31, 2016 in accordance with GASB Statement 54, and authorize the Chair to sign; 3) adopt Resolution 2016-#43, accepting 2016 Aquatic Invasive Species Prevention Aid, and authorize the Chair to sign; 4) adopt Resolution 2016-#44, accepting donation to the Sheriff’s OfÀce K-9 Fund from the Sauk Rapids Lion’s Club, and authorize the Chair to sign; 5) adopt Resolution 2016-#45, accepting donation of personal Áoatation vests and cold water rescue suits to the Sheriff’s OfÀce from Coleman Company of Sauk Rapids, and authorize the Chair to sign; 6) approve Tobacco License Applications for Coyote Moon Grille, Goodfella’s Bar & Grill Inc., Janski Grocery, Pine’s Edge Grocery, Rice American Legion Post #473, SuperAmerica Shortstop, West Side Liquor, Dollar General Store #16224, Gilman Municipal Liquors, Holiday Stationstore #348, Oak Park Co-op Creamery, Pojo’s Store, Shady’s of Rice Inc., Wapicada Golf Inc. and Rice Mini-Serve; and 7) appoint Dan Gottwalt to the Planning Commission to Àll a three-year term starting January 1, 2017 through December 31, 2019.

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

No Committees of the Whole were set.

Popp/Peschl unanimous to adjourn at 7:52 PM. Spencer C. Buerkle, Chair Benton County Board of Commissioners ATTEST: Montgomery Headley Benton County Administrator

THURSDAY, JANUARY 26, 2017

LOCAL NEWS

FireÀghter banquet recognizes many Three receive Act of Compassion for life-saving efforts

by NATASHA BARBER STAFF WRITER

SAUK RAPIDS — Along with dinner, a keynote speaker, annual service awards and the announcement of ÀreÀghter of the year, the Sauk Rapids Fire Department Annual Banquet included a group of people Jan. 20 that wouldn’t normally attend.

Family members of Stan Welle, of Watkins, gathered to share their gratitude for the men who saved the life of their husband, father and grandfather.

FireÀghters Jason Adamski, Neil Bueckers and Rob Calhoun (along with other rescue personnel) came to Welle’s aid Aug. 28, 2016 when he collapsed in the parking lot at the Sacred Heart Parish Festival. They were recognized with Act of Compassion plaques at the banquet held at Coyote Moon Grille Friday evening.

Adamski, Bueckers and Calhoun were preparing to work a food stand at the event when an usher ran to Neil asking for help because a man was down in the parking lot.

Bueckers grabbed Adamski and Calhoun from inside the church hall.

“When we got to Stan,

on that Àre truck and wave goodbye to your families. I Ànd that amazing. You are all working a job, running businesses, and you still Ànd time to go out and serve.”

The evening commenced with the 2016 FireÀghter of the Year award which is determined through the number of calls an individual makes it to throughout the year. The Àre department responded to 171 incidents PHOTOS BY NATASHA BARBER in 2016, and Chief Jason Sauk Rapids FireÀghters Jason Adamski (from left), Rob Cal- Fleming earned the award for houn and Neil Buekers (right) received “Act of Compassion” his 92.98 percent response plaques at the SRFD Annual Banquet Jan. 20 for their life-saving rate. efforts when Stan Welle (second from right) collapsed Aug. 28. he was lying on his back, blue,” Bueckers said. “I instructed Rob to grab the AED [Automated External DeÀbrillator], and Jason said he was going to start compressions. I did the assessment, and as you all know, there was no pulse.”

Calhoun returned with the AED, and the team shocked and continued CPR until medical assistance arrived and took over.

“We did what we were trained to do,” Bueckers said.

“I feel we all stayed pretty calm and we worked as a group. We’re happy to be able to do what we did and happy you [Stan] are with us here today.”

While presenting the men with their plaques, Welle, who doesn’t remember anything from the day, thanked them and shows his appreciation with a group hug.

“Thanks for breaking my ribs,” Welle, said with a chuckle. “Thank you very much. Keep up the good training.”

Earlier in the evening, Tom delPino addressed the group.

The retired New York City ÀreÀghter, who was working the day of Sept. 11, 2001 told his story of the towers falling, but also reminded the 30 volunteers of the Sauk Rapids Fire Department to be proud of their service.

“As I travel around the country now, I meet a lot of ÀreÀghters and the one thing that bothers me the most is when they say, ‘I’m only a volunteer,’” delPino said.

“Your Àres are as hot as my Àres were. I had a job. I went to work every day. I fought Àres. I went home and watched Àre trucks pass my house and waved to them.

You guys don’t. You guys get

A New York City ÀreÀghter Tom delPino, who was on duty during the Sept. 11, 2001 World Trade Center attacks, spoke to the Sauk Rapids Fire Department at their banquet Jan. 20 held at Coyote Moon Grille.

Sauk Rapids City Council continued from front____ will make Ànal approval. The cost of the project would be paid by Sauk Rapids Xcel customers through a surcharge.

• Approved moving to an open book property value review. During this meeting, property owners can schedule an appointment or show up at the posted time and share their opinion pertaining to the assessed value of their property.

This open book review will

be in effect for three years at which time the council and county can move to make it a permanent practice.

• Approved the city’s contributions to Rapids River Food Fest 2017. The city will contribute the use of Municipal Park and its facilities, the electrical inspection, and adequate personnel from public works and law enforcement to, respectively, ensure proper

function and maintenance and a safe and crime-free environment. The city will also pay the $350 for the 2016 electrical inspection and $946.02 for 2016 sanitation services.

• Approved a request for an off-sale 3.2 beer license for Sauk Rapids Softball, Inc. for use at Bob Cross Park from April through October.

• Accepted a donation of

$500 from Jacob Haffner for the Sauk Rapids Police Canine Program • Approved Meadow Creek Developers Agreement.

• Approved the 2017 legal rates. Rinke Noonan’s Adam Ripple will be replaced by the Àrm’ sChad Staul.

•Approved attendance to the 2017 Minnesota State Fire OfÀcer’s School.

Burtrum man lead police on chase FOLEY — A Burtrum motor vehicle, fourth degree man was arrested Jan. 14 after driving while intoxicated and a lengthy car chase from law open bottle. enforcement. The 27Following mile pursuit resulted an anonymous in damages to Àve tip of a possible law enforcement drunk driver, a vehicles.

Benton County According deputy observed to a release from Bushman’s vehicle the Benton County leaving a parking Sheriff’s OfÀce, lot at 500 66th Street 35-year old Chad NW, Rice. As the Bushman was taken Chad Bushman vehicle, pulling into custody and a trailer, turned charged with felony Áeeing right to head northbound on from a police ofÀcer in a Highway 10, it proceeded

to drive through the snow in the road median. The deputy activated his lights and siren in an attempt to pull the vehicle over, but Bushman accelerated away from the deputy. Bushman led law enforcement north, exited in Rice and traveled westbound on Benton County Road 2 before crossing the Mississippi River and turning northbound onto Stearns County Road 1. Additional deputies joined the pursuit, spike strips were deployed in North Prairie. Morrison

County Deputies performed a Pursuit Intervention Tactic maneuver in Upsala, and Bushman was detained by Taser after failure to comply with police orders.

Two Morrison County squad cars sustained damage as a result of the PIT maneuver. Two Benton County squads and the Rice squad sustained tire damage as a result of Bushman’s trailer catching the spike strips. They were unable to be pulled from the road before the pursuing squads passed.

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LOCAL NEWS

Bzdok continued from front____________________ As Bzdok entered high school, his mom nurtured his hobby even more. The two of them made their way from Little Falls to Ely for a sled dog racing weekend. They returned with a retired leader dog from a racing kennel.

“One dog leads to another,” Bzdok said. “You think one or two is all you need. But then you get one or two more and think if you had Àve or six … the next thing you know, you wind up with a kennel of 30.”

Or 28, in the case of Bzdok’s current kennel.

“They are pets. We love them. They all have a name and their own personality. But they aren’t your typical pet,” Bzdok said. “They love to run, and they’re born and bred to do it. If I open the garage and start the four-wheeler, or if I walk out with a handful of harnesses they start barking and get excited.”

The Alaskan Huskies cross-bred with German Shorthaired Pointers and Greyhounds are bred to produce longer, leaner bodies with increased stamina for persistent running.

Bzdok races in the 10dog sprint class which means his team and he travel lengths between nine and nearly 20 miles at averaged speeds above 20 mph. The sled, on which the musher rides, is lightweight and made of aluminum and plastic.

Bzdok’s children — Jordyn, 17; Jaymie, 14; and John, 11 — also race. They compete almost every weekend from January into March in Minnesota, Wisconsin and Michigan.

“I like the rush of sprint racing, whipping around corners and sliding in and out of trees. It’s not relaxing, you can’t be looking around. You have to be paying attention,”

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Bob and Julie Bzdok’s son, John, races a two-dog sled team.

Bzdok and his three children will all compete at the Winter Warrior Sled Dog Races in Camp Ripley Feb 17-19.

Friday, Jan. 27, 6-8 p.m. — Cabin Fever Family Fun Night.

Games, prizes, crafts and food. Pleasantview Elementary School, 1009 Sixth Ave. N, Sauk Rapids. Proceeds beneÀt the Pleasantview Elementary Parent Teacher Advisory Council.

Saturday, Jan. 28, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. — Reaching for the Stars Dance Show. Area high schools and dance studios perform.

Sauk Rapids-Rice High School, 1835 Osauka Road, Sauk Rapids. Receive $1 off admission by bringing a new or used book to donate to the Salvation Army.

Saturday, Jan. 28, 2 p.m. — Grey Face Rescue & Retirement Chili Cook-off Fundraiser. Chili smaples, rafÁe, sidewalk sale and more. Winners announced at 5:30 p.m. Upper Deck Sports Bar, 38440 55th Ave., Sartell. it’s too warm not because it’s too cold,” he said. Bzdok said the ideal weather for the dogs is anywhere between 10 below zero and 10 degrees above.

The team trains a minimum of three days a week throughout racing season, backing off on miles during competition weeks so the dogs can conserve energy for the races. For safety reasons, Bzdok trains in daylight and generally with another family member along.

“People fall off. It happens,” Bzdok said. “But they always say the No. 1 rule is ‘Don’t let go.’ The dogs won’t stop. It’s not a question of how you are going to get these dogs to run, it’s how will you get them to stop?”

Competing in the Midwest Championship is nothing new for Bzdok. He won the race, which rotates between three states, two years ago when it was held in Land O’Lakes, Wis. “I had a pretty good run the Àrst day and placed third. I was one minute

twenty seconds out of Àrst.

The second day I had the fastest time overall, but my cumulative score placed me in second,” he said.

The third day, Bzdok began his race and slowly gained time on the trail.

“Winning is nice, but being realistic I was happy with third; ecstatic with second and if there was a chance I could be Àrst— elated,” Bzdok said. “I no more was thinking that when a red squirrel came shooting out of the woods right under the noise of my two lead dogs. I went from cloud nine to thinking I was going to be off the trail untangling dogs in the woods. I started hollering to Chica [his lead dog]. I gave her the command. She literally jerked over, pulled the other dog next to her onto the road, and I never even had to get off the sled.”

The incident slowed him done nonetheless, but after three days of racing, Bzdok’s races culminated in the lowest time. He won by 2.5 seconds.

Saturday, Jan. 28, 5-7 p.m. — Northland Bible Baptist Church Chili Cook-off. This is a free dinner, but RSVP by calling (320) 252-6577. 3686 County Road 8 SE, St. Cloud.

Rapids has been named to the University of MinnesotaDuluth fall 2016 semester dean’s list.

To be eligible for the dean’s list a student must complete 12 credits, earn a semester grade point average of at least 3.666 and receive no “N” grades or Montag named to University incompletes. of Minnesota-Duluth fall 2016 semester dean’s Schutz graduates NDSU list FARGO, N.D. — Sara DULUTH — Lindsey Schutz, of Sauk Rapids, was Montag, daughter of Alan one of 796 North Dakota and Jeanne Montag, of Sauk State University students who

received degrees in fall 2016.

Schutz obtained a Bachelor of Science in history.

Thursday, Feb. 9, 6:30 p.m. — Jesus Cares Bible Class for those with special needs. Petra Lutheran Church, 1049 First Ave. N, Sauk Rapids. This class is free of charge and open to all faiths. For more information contact Pastor Prell at (320) 252-0120, pastor@petralutheran.com or Judy Vosen (320) 293-4545, judycr58@yahoo.com.

Bzdok said. “Sprint racing is like a drag race. Our dogs are meant, trained and bred for all-out speed. The entire time they are out there, they are running pretty much as fast as they can.”

But unlike a vehicle, Bzdok doesn’t get to drain the oil and park his dogs in the garage during the offseason.

Instead, he conditions his dogs year-round. Feeding them nutritiously, taking them for their annual veterinarian check-ups and booster shots, and working them.

During the summer months, the dogs get freerunning exercise in a fencedin area on the Bzdok property near Silver Corners. But by mid-October, when the weather becomes consistently cool enough, Bzdok gathers his dogs and equipment and travels to the sandy trails and Àeld roads of his neighbors or the potato farms near Highway 10.

“Ninety-Àve percent of the time if there are concerns about weather, it is because

Semester 2016 dean’s list.

Students named to the Dean’s List must have earned a grade point average of at least 3.50 on a 4.00 scale while carrying a minimum of 12 credit hours of graded course work.

Benton County Marriage Applications Robert Dean Seppelt and Tessa Marie Halley Schraut, both of Rice.

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THURSDAY, JANUARY 26, 2017

OPINION

Calm, cooled and esteemed

Letter to the Editor

Men’s University of Minnesota athletics can’t get it right James A. Hovda, Rice From the president, down to the past coach of the football team, each have shot themselves in the foot — some several times.

About a year ago, several basketball players and the coach found themselves in the same predicament. At that time, the president should have sent a clear message of what type of conduct the university would not tolerate. I don’t recall any such message. I do not believe there was an athletic director in place.

Former coach Clays endorsed the walk-out of players who supported the “thugs” who tarnished the good name of the university. He referred to his “kids” several times. These are not children. They are adults over the age of eighteen, some in their twenties. He gave me the impression that his “poor kids” were getting the short end of the stick. I wonder what the former coach would have said if his daughter were a victim? I’m glad he’s gone!

It’s time the university president sends a clear message to all athletes (students too) that if they behave in a manner that brings disrespect to the university, they will be gone. It’s just that simple. The regents need to inform the president and athletic director that it’s their responsibility to “get results” on this issue.

December weather and phenology in review Weather: December was much colder, but had less precipitation. Six days of below zero temperatures made everyone believe winter had arrived. The coldest temperature I recorded was minus 26 degrees Dec. 18, while only two days later the thermometer had increased to 41 degrees. The 26 below zero day, Dec. 18, was the Àrst 20+ below zero day since Jan. 13, 2015. The average low and high temperatures were 13.32 by JIM HOVDA and 26.52 degrees, respectively. Nearly 20 Rice degrees colder than November. Professor Bob Weisman (Saint Cloud State University weather guru) notes that 2016 had 136 days with measurable precipitation making it the third wettest year on record. The good professor also noted that 2016 was the sixth warmest on record.

I recorded measurable precipitation (some was melted snow) on thirteen days this month with the most precipitation on Dec. 26 when it rained, producing .71 in the rain gauge.

I thought this storm would be a signiÀcant weather event.

Not to be. The Rice area was right on the line between rain and snow. On Dec. 25 the storm started with freezing rain. By noon it was all rain, sometimes moderate. This pattern of off-and-on moderate rain would continue until the morning of the Dec. 26 when it turned to snow. Had this been all snow, I think we could have received nearly a foot of the white stuff.

We ended the calendar year with 36.11 inches of precipitation. And thus far this winter, 21.6 inches of snow. Last year I recorded 32.56 inches of precipitation.

Local weather records for December: Our coldest and warmest December days were 42 degrees below zero in 1854 and a shirt-sleeve day of 63 degrees in 1939, respectively. The least precipitation of 2.55 inches was in 2010. In 2008, 29.1 inches of snow was recorded.

Phenology: First, Little Rock Lake froze over on Dec. 8.

Last year it was Dec. 19. On Dec. 10, the Àrst two portable Àsh houses were on the ice, while the Àrst two permanent Àsh houses joined the others Dec. 28.

The lone chipmunk was still eating seeds at the feeder Dec. 7. A day before, nine wild turkeys were at the feeder. They have not returned. On Dec. 11 and 12, a Grey catbird was eating suet at the feeder. This bird should have gone south weeks ago. The Áying squirrels are active at the feeder at night.

I observed 14 different species of birds at the feeder that included four species of woodpeckers and a Bald eagle, circling shore looking for a meal. There are many Blue jays, juncos, goldÀnches and White-breasted nuthatches.

What’s ahead: Jim Gilbert notes we should start to hear the Àrst spring songs from the Blue jays and chickadees. Ice Àshing should pick-up on Little Rock Lake. The days are getting longer. A big January snow storm?

cious” and “conÁagration.” But to me, even more For the last week and a half, spelling has been admirable than the words these students spelled corpart of the conversations in my household. rectly and incorrectly was their calmed, cooled and It started late one Wednesday night, when my collected personas while doing so. son informed me his future absence from the last I can leave my blood on the pages of this pahour of school the next day would mean missing the per each week and write a stern, near vicious email spelling competition in class. Not knowing the outwhen needed. I can even be that annoying too-many come of his grade competition, he asked if we could questions and comments woman in a seminar. But attend the district spelling bee Jan. 23 — a Monday. stand me up in front of a group and ask me to speak I quickly looked down at him and replied no as my eyes probably rolled to my right. I have a date with by NATASHA BARBER without my voice shaking? Not so much. When it comes to crowds and all eyes on me, my nerves take city councils Monday nights, so that normally means over.

Mom is working.

Each one of the students seemed to walk to Lucas missed his opportunity to spell his word that Thursday because of an eye exam, but fortunately for us, his the podium with no reservations, spell their word and take their teacher allowed him to compete the following day. His school place for the next round as if they have been doing this for years. would send two representatives to the district competition. Lu- (Mind you there were Àfth-graders up on that stage alongside cas had to spell both of his words correctly to advance. He did. their upper classmen eighth-graders — I couldn’t even tell [beThat Friday he came home and conÀdently informed me I would sides perhaps size] which ones were which.) They all made this look easy when, believe me, it wasn’t. Keeping track at my seat be attending the bee. Because, “now you have to Mom.” And he was right. I wouldn’t have missed it for the world. and adding an extra “L”, I was out in round No. 4 with “javelin.’

My son failed during round four as well with “mahogany.”

Monday night I witnessed 35 students grades Àfth through eighth compete on stage in front over 100 people. (More to But more notable was the last word he spelled correctly — “escome in next week’s Sauk Rapids Herald.) Some of the words teem.” Exactly how I hold his fellow competitors and him. In were downright admirable. Well … literally they were the ant- high esteem. onym — “contemptible,” along with “prestidigitation,” “pugna-

Hijacking our faith

The “someone has lice in your child’s class” the form of coworkers speaking Áattery and then letter arrived. It has lost its shock value for our turn around to slander. We can have parasitic family since our oldest is thirteen and every year relationships, even in the form of talking your we have gotten this same letter. This time though, ear off while on the phone and you hang up only we knew at least one of the families that were to feel exhausted. Are we mimicking parasites affected, and they bravely shared an email of their behavior? If we’re not feeding regularly off God’s experience. How awful to have tried to eradicate word, we are blind that we may be the ones taking it from their home with the third time being the the nutrients off of people at their expense. charm. It has made me pay more attention to the The talk of lice, in particular, is interesting. creepy hijackers.

It seems the idea of lice creates a reaction in our I’m not one to know a whole lot about someone brain that can make our head start to itch. Finding from just a few conversations, but this family by MERCY NYGAARD the smallest little Áake can then send us into seems a lot like what I aspire our family to be. a rush. We’ve all been aware since childhood.

Life by Faith Kind, talented, professional, punctual, organized Maybe we remember having it as a child, or, we and even well kept. Our family sometimes makes know a kid that was thought of as dirty when we it out the door with all our clothes accordingly, but I wear were growing up because they had lice and because we didn’t the consistent 5-second mom bun and my 4-year old mayhem know any better. Have you heard the theory that lice like clean child has a permanent rats nest as of late. I admit, we possibly heads? It could be a myth, but it’s true that lice will latch on to look like a family that should have lice. anybody, regardless of anyone’s make up.

Parasites are not prejudice. We have had our fair share So does sin. We’ve heard stories of people growing up and of internal parasites but have yet to put up with any external getting in trouble, divorced or fall victim to substance abuse. ones. We live in a fallen world and part of that means we have We say, not us, I’m going to be different. We form a stereotype to put up with and try to ward off parasites. Oxford dictionary of what a sinful person must be like. But then sin latches on deÀnes parasite as: an organism that lives in or on another and grabs hold of the jocks, the preppies, the youth groupers organism (its host) and beneÀts by deriving nutrients at the and the nerds alike. It continues to feed off of us until we say hosts expense. no more. We must repent and become new in Jesus.

Sin always takes away more than it gives. Be mindful The word parasite comes from the Greek word meaning “a of all of the people the enemy is using as parasites to hijack person who eats at another’s table.” your faith. They come in the form of professors, leaching If I am going to be a parasite I want to be one that feeds onto students, liberalizing and demoralizing. They come in off the word of God. I want to eat at His table. We can do that every day and the difference is, it is never at God’s expense.

So technically we’re not being parasites but believers that are accepting and receiving the daily bread so freely given to us.

We are allowed to derive all nutrients off of His living word. I tell you this will Àll you up when the enemy sends his parasites INCORPORATED to steal your joy and your stamina. This will safeguard you and help you spot them a mile away. This will convict you when you start to become leaching in behavior to others with help We’re reaching from the Holy Spirit. out for great I choose to have the lice letter from school remind me of my personal relationship with our Lord. How are you feeding employees! your relationship with Him today?

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Kleinschmidt on Aug. 25, 1951, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Sauk Rapids.

Deloris lived all her life in Sauk Rapids. She was a homemaker and also worked as a waitress and in the nurse’s ofÀce for the Sauk Rapids School System.

She was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church, Sauk Rapids American Legion Post No. 254 Auxiliary, St. Cloud East Side VFW Post No. 4847 Auxiliary, St. Cloud Loyal Order of Moose Lodge 1400 and the Cooties. She was also honored as Minnesota Volunteer of the year 2015.

Deloris enjoyed Àshing at the cottage in Akeley, playing cards, bowling, cooking and canning. She was a loving, caring woman with a big heart.

Deloris was a devoted wife

and loving mother.

Deloris is survived by her husband, Don of Sauk Rapids; children, Vickye of Sauk Rapids, Lora Lee Whitethorn of Austin, Texas, Donald, Jr. (Gail) of Mont. Iron, John

Marilyn E. Pallansch

Memorial Services were 11:30 a.m. Jan. 24, 2017, at Williams Dingmann Family Funeral Home, Sauk Rapids, for Marilyn E. Pallansch, age 73, who passed away Friday at the St. Cloud Hospital.

Rev. Mark Stang ofÀciated.

Visitation was two hours prior to the services Tuesday at the funeral home.

Marilyn was born June 2, 1943, in St. Cloud to Walter and Elizabeth (Wituski) Marilyn E. Pallansch Mastey. She grew up on a farm between Mayhew Lake and Gilman. Marilyn married Catholic Church in Gilman.

Franklin Pallansch on Nov. She worked as a Dietary Aid 12, 1966, at Sts. Peter & Paul at the St. Cloud Hospital for

15 years and also worked at Gold’n Plump. Marilyn was a member of several Catholic churches where she served as a Eucharistic minister. She was a former member of St. Joseph American Legion Post No. 328 Auxiliary. Marilyn loved Àshing, shopping and spending time with her family. She was a loving, caring, kind woman who walked highly in her faith. Marilyn was very family oriented and being a mother was a large part of her life.

Marilyn is survived by her husband, Franklin of St. Cloud; sons, Patrick (Amie Jo) of St. Cloud and Russell (Kathryn) of St. Cloud; brothers, Clifford

(Phylis) Mastey of Foley, Richard Mastey (Rita Ritten) of St. Cloud and Marvin (Carol) Mastey of Sartell; grandchildren, Keith, Kealsie, Kameren, Samuel, and Grace Pallansch, Russell and Gwendolyn Lipinski; and great granddaughter, Lilly Lipinski.

She was preceded in death by her parents; sister, Marcella Albers; sisters-in-law, Dolores Mastey and Helen Mastey; and brothers-in-law, Cyril Albers and George Pallansch.

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Mary L. Colville

raised their six wonderful kids and is described as the glue that held the family together. She later went on to be a tax preparer and owned

Southwest Tax Services for many years. Mary loved to spend time with family and friends, canning, entertaining, going to the casino and watching western movies particularly John Wayne. She lived in many states and her fondest was Colorado, the other was on the Horseshoe chain of lakes in Richmond, where she made and kept many life-long friends. Mary is described as always being full of life, smart and witty, and most of all very loved by her family.

Mary is survived by her husband, Lloyd of Rice; children, Cathy Gary of Helendale, Calif., Connie (Larry) Kane Basgal of Little

Falls, Cindy (Dan) Sjolseth of Burnsville, Sandy Peters of St. Cloud, Linda (David) Marshall of Rice, Patrick (Courtney Johnson) Colville of St. Cloud; brother, Robert Savidge of Mount Holly, N.J.; three nephews and one niece; 12 grandchildren; and 12 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents and grandparents.

Family would like to thank Heartland Hospice for their wonder care and an extended thank you to Sandy Witz and Pamela Nicole.

Obituary, guestbook and video tribute available online: www.williamsdingmann. com.

(Heinzel) Soder.

Linnea married Delroy Leyk on June 14, 1952, in Sauk Rapids who passed away at a young age. She then married James Keehr on July 12, 1969, in Sauk Rapids. Linnea was a former member of the Hope Presbyterian Church in Sauk Rapids. She also was a member of the Eastern Star, St. Cloud East Side VFW Post No. 4847 Auxiliary, and Sauk Rapids American Legion Post No. 254 Auxiliary for over 50 years.

Linnea loved to be surrounded by her family; especially up at

the cabin. Linnea will always be remembered by her kind and loving heart that touched the lives of so many. She will be dearly missed by all who knew her.

Linnea is survived by her children, Ricky (Laura) Leyk of St. Cloud, Timothy (Lonnie) Leyk of Sartell, James (Michelle) Keehr of St. Cloud, Conny “Swede” Karlsson of St. Joseph; sisters, Jet Heckler of Sartell and Jurene Kipka of Sauk Rapids; grandchildren, Andrew (Becky) Leyk, Joe

Leyk, Mark (Angela) Leyk, Luke Leyk, Brittney Keehr, Piper Keehr, Tanner Burchett; and great grandchildren, Brady Jerenberg, Alex Leyk, Gavin Leyk, Isaac Leyk, and Gabriella Leyk. She was preceded in death by her parents; husbands, Delroy on Dec. 24, 1966, James on Sept.

8, 2001; and siblings, Frank “Kenny” Soder, William “Bucky” Soder, and Evana Forcier.

Obituary, guestbook and video tribute available online: www.williamsdingmann.com.

Randall. In 1973, Bill moved to St. Cloud to start Granite City Dental Lab, which he has owned and operated for over 40 years. He enjoyed trips to the cabin on Leech Lake, especially, Àshing, boating, continuous projects and spending quality time with family and friends. Bill strived to achieve excellence and was a master of all trades.

He will be remembered as compassionate, determined and generous. Bill will be dearly missed by all who knew him.

Bill is survived by his wife, Karen of Sauk Rapids; siblings, Susan (Virgil Van Batavia) Young of Foley, Peter (Kristen) Young of Sauk Rapids; sister-in-law, Marlys

(Alan) Olson of Randall; brother-in-law, Jim (Mary) Skoog of Randall; nieces and nephews, Ryan Young, Jennifer Young, Heidi (Ted) Schmidt, Sara (JT Schokker) Wester, Heather Swanson, Aryn (Courtney) Kern, Ryan (Rachael) Skoog, Jon Skoog; and numerous great nieces and nephews.

He is preceded in death by his parents; mother and father-in-law, Arline and Kenneth Skoog; nephew-inlaw, Jerry Swanson.

Bill had adopted many animals and held a special place in his heart for these friends. In lieu of Áowers memorials are preferred to the Tri-County Humane Society.

High School in 1960. On Jan. 28, 1967, David was united in marriage with Marjorie (Bromenschenkel) at St. John Cantius in St. Cloud. The couple made their home on David’s family farm and were blessed with two children. David started milking cows on his family farm when he was 12 and carried on his work ethic throughout his life. He enjoyed the work of the farm and seeing the fruits of his labor. In his free time, David could be found playing a hand of cards or relaxing while Àshing. He was an instigator with a contagious smile. He loved watching his

grandchildren having fun.

David was diagnosed with Lewy Body disease about three years ago. Memorials are preferred and will be directed to the Lewy Body Dementia Association.

David is survived by his wife, Marjorie of Foley; daughter, Tammy (Jim) Scegura of Avon and son, Troy of Foley; grandchildren: Amy, Kelly, Jody, Brian and Brandyn Scegura; brother, Phil (Kathy) Moeller of Clear Lake; sister, Lois (Cliff) Allen of Deer River; as well as other relatives and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

Deloris E. Kleinschmidt

Funeral Services were 11 a.m. Jan. 24, 2017 at Country Manor Chapel in Sartell for Deloris E. Kleinschmidt, age 86, who passed away Jan. 18 at St. Benedict’s Senior Community in St. Cloud. Rev. Harvey Ehlers ofÀciated and burial was at the Minnesota State Veterans Cemetery near Little Falls. Visitation was one hour prior to the services Tuesday at Country Manor Chapel. Arrangements have been entrusted to Williams Dingmann Family Funeral Home, Sauk Rapids.

Deloris was born Oct. 15, 1930, in Sauk Rapids to Charles and Elsie (Radomski) Dushaw. She married Don

A gathering will be held from 3-6 p.m. Monday, Jan. 30, 2017, at Williams Dingmann Family Funeral Home, Sauk Rapids, for Mary L. Colville, age 84, who passed away peacefully at her residence in Rice.

Burial will take place at Fort Snelling National Cemetery on Tuesday, Jan. 31 at 1:05 p.m.

Mary was born Sept.

2, 1932, in Ottuma, Iowa to Alva and Jewel (Loving) Savidge. Growing up in Iowa, she attended Iowa State where she met the love of her life, Lloyd H. Colville.

She married Lloyd Jan. 12, 1951, in Agency, Iowa. Mary

Linnea (Soder) (Leyk) Keehr

Memorial Services will be noon Friday, Jan. 27, 2017, at Williams Dingmann Family Funeral Home, Sauk Rapids, for Linnea Keehr, age 82, who passed away peacefully Saturday at her home in Sauk Rapids. Burial will take place at Benton Cemetery, Sauk Rapids. Visitation will be two hours prior to the services Friday at the funeral home.

Linnea was born May 6, 1934, in Sauk Rapids to William and Gertrude

Mary L. Colville

William “Bill” C. Young

Memorial services will be 11 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 26, 2017 at the Williams Dingmann Family Funeral Home, St. Cloud for William “Bill” C. Young, age 66, of Sauk Rapids who died peacefully at home on Jan. 19. Rev. Rob Bellin will ofÀciate and burial will take place at a later date. Visitation will be two hours prior to the service on Thursday at the funeral home.

Bill was born April 24, 1950 in Minneapolis the son of William J. and Evelyn M. (Bergquist) Young.

Following high school graduation, Bill received an

William “Bill” C. Young

Associate’s Degree from the University of Minnesota; and consistently continued his education as a certiÀed dental technician. He married Karen Skoog on July 17, 1971 in

David Leo Moeller

David Leo Moeller, age 74, of Foley, died Friday, Jan. 19, 2017, surrounded by his family at home. Mass of Christian Burial was 10:30 a.m. Jan. 23 at St. Lawrence Catholic Church, Duelm. The Rev. Virgil Helmin ofÀciated.

Burial was in the parish cemetery. Friends could call from 4-8 p.m. Sunday at the Foley Funeral Home.

Parish prayers were at 4:30 p.m. Visitation continued one hour prior to services Monday.

Service with Dignity provided by Foley Funeral Home.

David Leo Moeller was

David Leo Moeller

born April 26, 1942, in St. Cloud, the son of Leo and Eulalia (Goenner) Moeller.

He graduated from Foley

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(Barb) of Helena, Mont., Ron (Diane) of Warroad, Tom (Shirley) of Sauk Rapids and David (Cindy Adams) of Rice; 13 grandchildren and 20 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; sister, Barbara Dushaw; and brothers, Richard and Percy Dushaw.

In lieu of Áowers, memorials are preferred to the American Heart Association or Poor Clares Monastery.

A special thank you to Lorraine Carlson for all her blessings and prayers on behalf of Deloris and to Lynn Segelstrom for all the wonderful care given to Don and Deloris.

Obituary, guestbook and video tribute available online: www.williamsdingmann.com.

SAUK RAPIDS-RICE INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 47 REGULAR SEMI-MONTHLY BOARD MEETING Monday, December 19, 2016 A semi-monthly meeting of the Sauk Rapids-Rice ISD 47 Board of Education was called to order by Chair Hauck Monday, December 19, 2016, at seven o’clock p.m. in the SRRHS Board Room of said district.

ROLL CALL Members present included Braun, Hauck, Fiereck, Morse, Rogholt and Solarz. Others present were Superintendent Bittman, Business Manager Eisenschenk, Director of Teaching and Learning Bushman, and SRRHS Student Council Representatives Davis and Rasmussen.

APPROVAL OF MEETING AGENDA A motion was made by Rogholt, seconded by Braun and unanimously carried approving the meeting’s “Agenda.”

TRUTH IN TAXATION PUBLIC HEARING The 2016 payable 2017 proposed tax levy hearing convened.

The meeting date had been noted in previous School Board meeting minutes and was also noted on individual tax statements sent

by Benton County as required. Business Manager Eisenschenk prepared and provided information for review. The following hearing components were included but we not limited to: A. 2016 payable 2017 proposed tax levy B. Current budget C. Budget publication D. Proposed percent increase/decrease and reasons for increase/ decrease E. The Ànal levy decreased by $1725.44 from the proposed levy, which was approved on September 26, 2016 F. Opportunity for public comment CONSENT AGENDA A motion was made by Fiereck, seconded by Solarz and unanimously carried to approve the meeting’s “Consent Agenda.”

PUBLIC INPUT There was no public input at 8:00 p.m.

REPORTS TO/FROM THE BOARD (continued) ACTION ITEMS APPROVAL OF THE 2016 PAYABLE 2017 LEVY A motion was made by Fiereck, seconded by Morse and unanimously carried to approve the levy amount of $8,516,216.86, which was less than the amount reported at the September 26, 2016 meeting.

APPROVAL OF RICE ELEMENTARY ROOFING CONTRACT A motion was made by Braun, seconded by Rogholt and unanimously carried to approve the rooÀng bid for Rice Elementary from McDowell Companies based on the results of the bid opening, which took place at 1:00 p.m. on December 14, 2016.

AUTHORIZATION TO SEEK SEALED BIDS FOR RICE ELEMENTARY MEDIA CENTER CEILING A motion was made by Solarz, seconded by Morse and unanimously carried to authorize Business Manager Eisenschenk and Building and Grounds Director Robbins to seek bids to lower sprinklers and replace the ceiling/lighting retroÀt in the Rice Elementary Media Center. This project will be scheduled during the summer months beginning in June of 2017. Bids will be brought to the School Board for approval.

AUTHORIZATION TO REASSIGN TWO LEVEL V SPECIAL EDUCATION PARAPROFESSIONALS TO LEVEL VI A motion was made by Solarz, seconded by Morse and unanimously carried to authorize Business Manager Eisenschenk and Special Education Coordinator Haller to reclassify two Level V paraprofessional positions to Level VI paraprofessional positions, which will allow the District to better meet the needs of students at both Pleasantview and Mississippi Heights.

AUTHORIZATION FOR ADDITIONAL ECSE PARAPROFESSIONAL TIME AT HILLSIDE AND RICE ELEMENTARY A motion was made by Braun, seconded by Fiereck and unanimously carried to authorize an additional 5.5 hours of paraprofessional time per day for new three-year-old students starting in the Early Childhood Special Education program in January.

APPROVAL OF STUDENT TRAINING EXPERIENCE/INTERNSHIP FOR NON-ALLIED HEALTH PROGRAMS WITH MINNESOTA STATE UNIVERSITY MOORHEAD A motion was made by Rogholt, seconded by Solarz and unanimously carried to approve the Student Training Experience/Internship for Non-Allied Health Programs Agreement with Minnesota State University Moorhead effective 12.20.16 through 08.20.19.

APPROVAL OF THE CENTRAL MN ARTS BOARD GRANT – ADULT BASIC EDUCATION (ABE) A motion was made by Morse, Seconded by Fiereck and unanimously carried to approve a $3,500 grant from the Central Minnesota Arts Board. The grant is for an Artist in Residence, which will provide Art instruction for ABE students.

ADDENDUM APPROVAL OF THE DIRECTOR OF HUMAN RESOURCES AND ADMINSTRATIVE SERVICES AGREEMENT. A motion was made by Fiereck, seconded by Rogholt and unanimously carried to approve the Director of Human Resources and Administrative Agreement for July 2017 through June 2020 in accordance with Board established parameters.

ADJOURNMENT With no further business appearing before the Board, a motion was made by Holthaus, seconded by Rogholt and unanimously carried to adjourn the meeting at 8:30 p.m.

Respectfully submitted, Phil Rogholt, Board of Education Clerk Sauk Rapids-Rice ISD 47 R-4-1B

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LOCAL NEWS

Rice Police Department activity

Sunday, Jan. 15 1812 hrs – suspicious activity on Division St S and 2nd St SE

Rice Police Department activity

Monday, Jan. 9 0830 hrs – accident on Hwy 10 and 35th Ave NW 1304 hrs – background check 1504 hrs – human services report 1557 hrs – records check

Sauk Rapids Police Department activity Monday. Jan. 9 0100 hrs – suspicious activity on the 700 block of 8th Ave S 0136 hrs – suspicious activity on 2nd Ave and 17th St Ct 0842 hrs – theft on the 800 block of 7th St S 1250 hrs – animal on the 1000 block of Benton Dr S 1322 hrs – trafÀc accident on the 100 block of 1st St S 1436 hrs – child on the 1800 block of Osauka Rd NE 1539 hrs – trafÀc accident on Summit Ave S and 1st St S 1556 hrs – theft on the 300 block of Benton Dr N 1719 hrs – vehicle 1932 hrs – disturbance on the 800 block of 11th St N 5 trafÀc stops; 3 assists; 1 medical call; 2 civil

Tuesday, Jan. 10 1124 hrs – records check 1335 hrs – child on the 200 block of 3rd Ave NW 2 assists; 2 background checks Thursday, Jan. 12 1 assist Friday, Jan. 13 0943 hrs – theft on the 400 block of Main St E 1119 hrs – animal on the 1300 block of 3rd St SW 1817 hrs – theft on the 12500 block of Fromlet Loop NW 1 trafÀc stop Saturday, Jan. 14 1250 hrs – theft on the 12500 block of Fromlet Loop NW 2134 hrs – disturbance on the 600 block of 3rd St SW 2355 hrs – animal on the 200 block of 1st Ave NE 1 assist

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THURSDAY, JANUARY 26, 2017

PUBLIC NOTICES

REGULAR MEETING SAUK RAPIDS CITY COUNCIL SAUK RAPIDS GOVERNMENT CENTER, 250 Summit Ave N. Monday, January 9, 2017 6:00PM MINUTES

6:00 P.M. *Oath of OfÀce: Swearing In of Kurt Hunstiger as Mayor *Oath of OfÀce: Swearing In Steve Heinen and Nick Sauer as Councilpersons City Administrator/Clerk, Ross Olson, resided over the swearing in of Kurt Hunstiger as Mayor and Steve Heinen and Nick Sauer as Councilpersons.

Call to Order and Pledge of Allegiance Mayor Kurt Hunstiger called the meeting to order at 6:00p.m. All members present.

2. Additions or Changes to the Agenda Councilperson Saur requested to add 2nd Street Up the Hill and 8th Street Update as agenda item 12-A. Ross Olson noted that a revised Resolution for 9-O was placed on the dais prior to the start of the meeting, which added “TrafÀc Enforcement-Cameras”. He explained that not all of the area cities want to utilize trafÀc enforcement cameras, but this is just a joint resolution of support. Olson also requested to add Approve Meal Reimbursment for Jason Adamski as agenda item 9-T and Approving Staff Attendance at the Homeland Security and Emergency Management Governor’s Conference as agenda item 9-U. Pete Eckhoff requested to add Christmas Tree Recycling at Compost Site as agenda item 12-B. 3. Approve the Agenda Motion: Moved by Councilperson Heinen and seconded

by Councilperson Thronson to approve the Agenda as amended.

Motion carried unanimously.

4. Approve Minutes A. 12-12-16 Regular City Council Meeting Minutes Motion: Moved by Councilperson Heinen and seconded

by Councilperson Sauer to approve the 12-12-16 Regular City Council Meeting Minutes. Motion carried unanimously.

5. Receive and File A. 12-6-16 Regular HRA Meeting Minutes Motion: Moved by Councilperson Thronson and seconded

by Councilperson Sauer to receive and Àle the 12-6-16 Regular HRA Meeting Minutes. Motion carried unanimously.

6. Mayor’s Communications • National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day—Mayor Hunstiger stated that today is National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day and that he would like to thank the Sauk Rapids Police Department for all that they do.

• Shop with a Cop and Holiday Gifts to Local Residents— Mayor Hunstiger stated that he had the opportunity to participate in Shop With a Cop this holiday season as well as being able to help out with the delivery of holiday gifts to local residents.

He explained that City staff donate money each holiday season to give holiday gift baskets to deserving families living in Sauk Rapids. Mayor Hunstiger said that he was appreciative to take part in these great holiday traditions.

• Field House—Mayor Hunstiger said that he would like to see the Field House project move forward and that it is his hope that a decision will still be made as to how to best do this voter approved project sometime yet this year.

• Reserve Police OfÀcer Program—Mayor Hunstiger noted that he would like to see a project committee appointed to look into what it would take for the City of Sauk Rapids to create a Reserve Police OfÀcer program. He said that he would like to gather citizen input while working with the Police Chief and members of the Police Department. Mayor Hunstiger stated that he doesn’t want to reinvent the wheel, so he would like input from neighboring police departments as well as residents who have experience with Reserve Police OfÀcer programs.

• Recognition Program—Mayor Hunstiger stated that he would like to recognize residents for their contributions to the community. He encouraged anyone who knows of a community member who is deserving of recognition to contact him as he would like to formally thank and recognize those who are doing great things in the City of Sauk Rapids.

• Department Updates- Mayor Hunstiger said that he would like to see informal Department updates at City Council meetings if there are ongoings/projects that the City Council and residents may be interested in learning more about.

• Planning Commission—Mayor Hunstiger noted that he would like to see the Planning Commission brought back to full capacity at seven members. He explained that the number

Tuesday, Jan. 10 0753 hrs – trafÀc accident on Co Rd 3 and Hwy 10 0921 hrs – child on the 400 block of 13th Ave S 0927 hrs – accident on the 1800 block of Osauka Rd NE 1205 hrs – welfare check on the 400 block of 13th Ave S 1215 hrs – controlled substance on the 1800 block of Osauka Rd NE 1306 hrs – property on the 1100 block of 4th Ave N 1310 hrs – welfare check on the 700 block of 1st St S 1325 hrs – suspicious activity on the 100 block of 17th St Ct 1406 hrs – accident on Summit Ave S and 5th St 1452 hrs – records check 1726 hrs – domestic on the 700 block of 1st St S 1841 hrs – unwanted person on Benton Dr N 1907 hrs – welfare check on the 1100 block of 1st Ave N 1921 hrs – disorderly conduct on the 100 block of 1st St S 1942 hrs – suspicious activity on the 1000 block of 9th Ave N 2038 hrs – suspicious activity on the 1100 block of Summit Way 2 trafÀc stops; 7 parking violations; 1 ordinance violation; 4 assists; 1 medical call; 1 tow

1939 hrs – child on the 1300 block of 13th St Cir 2 trafÀc stops; 3 parking violations; 3 assists; 4 medical calls; 1 tow Thursday, Jan. 12 0000 hrs – theft on the 1800 block of Osauka Rd NE 0115 hrs – missing person on the 1400 block of Fieldstone Dr 0509 hrs – suspicious activity on 2nd Ave N 0614 hrs – extra patrol 0906 hrs – warrant on the 1400 block of 10th Ave NE 1017 hrs – suspicious activity on the 1200 block of 2nd Ave N 1045 hrs – theft on the 400 block of 13th Ave S 1311 hrs – welfare check on the 800 block of Broadway Ave S 1402 hrs – obscenity 5400 block of the175th Ave NE, Glendorado Township 1432 hrs – trafÀc accident on Benton Dr N 1443 hrs – death on the 300 block of 9 ½ St N 1458 hrs – trafÀc accident on the 1200 block of 2nd Ave N 1558 hrs – open door on the 1600 block of Prairie View Lane NE 1725 hrs – theft on the 900 block of 1st St S 1926 hrs – property on the 700 block of 8th St N 2002 hrs – utility problem on 9th St S and Lincoln Ave 2036 hrs – burning complaint on the 700 block of Summit Ave S 7 assists; 2 parking violations; 2 medical calls; 2 alarms; 1 civil Friday, Jan. 13 1207 hrs – property on the 1100 block of 11th St N 1241 hrs – harassment on the 900 block of Summit Ave 1321 hrs – unwanted on the 800 block of Benton Dr N 1339 hrs – theft on the 400 block of Benton Dr S 1344 hrs – theft on the 900 block of 1st St S 1439 hrs – child on the 1000 block of 4th St S 1508 hrs – school bus stop arm violation 800 block of Benton Dr N 1510 hrs – violation court order on the 900 block of 1st St S 1515 hrs – school bus stop arm violation Benton Dr N and 6th St N 1538 hrs – welfare check on the 1200 block of 2nd Ave S 1630 hrs – theft on the 300 block of Division St 1850 hrs – fraud on the 300 block of Division St 2 trafÀc stops; 2 medical calls; 3 assists; 2 tows; 1 civil

Wednesday, Jan. 11 0108 hrs – open door 0138 hrs – suspicious activity on the 200 block of 1st St S 0227 hrs – suspicious activity on 3rd St N and 3rd Ave N 0422 hrs – parking 0456 hrs – disturbance on the 900 block of Broadway Ave S 0659 hrs – accident on Benton Dr N and 1st Ave N 0710 hrs – suspicious activity on the 2700 block of Ocarnia Ct 0711 hrs – vehicle 0926 hrs – domestic on the 1000 block of Broadway Ave S 0946 hrs – human services report 1234 hrs – theft on the 800 block of Broadway Ave S 1243 hrs – theft on the 100 block of 1st St S 1335 hrs – child on the 300 block of 3rd Ave S 1558 hrs – dumping 1826 hrs – welfare check on the 200 block of 13th St N 1832 hrs – burglary on the 800 block of Pearl View Dr 1915 hrs – unwanted person on the 800 block of Benton Dr N

Saturday, Jan. 14 0234 hrs – suspicious activity on the 900 block of Benton Dr N 0939 hrs – escort 1203 hrs – civil on the 900 block of Summit Ave N 1431 hrs – harassment on the 1700 block of Prairie View Lane NE 1537 hrs – controlled substance on the 1300 block of 13th St Cir 1922 hrs – harassment on the 500 block of 5th Ave N 2344 hrs – suspicious activity on the 900 block of 4th Ave N 4 trafÀc stops; 3 medical calls; 4 parking violations; 4 assists

had been decreased to Àve while the City awaited learning more about changing health insurance laws, but he would like to see this number increased now to allow for more citizen input. Mayor Hunstiger pointed out that this recommendation is included as part of agenda item 9-D. • Annual Report—Mayor Hunstiger stated that he would like to see an annual report of sorts in which the City looks at what has all been accomplished each year and creates goals/visions for the year ahead.

7. Audience Items/Visitors Total Time Limit 2 Minutes for Items NOT on the Agenda Art Buhs, 473 N. 9 ½ Street, congratulated the newly elected Mayor and City Council members. Buhs said that he appreciated the work that the City Council does for the residents. He thanked the City Council for doing an excellent job.

Gloria Truax,131 17th Street Court N, addressed the Council with some issues that she has been having in her neighborhood.

She mentioned that snowmobiles have become an issue this winter. Truax stated that the new Kwik Trip is a wonderful addition to have in the neighborhood, but she still had some concerns with the loud noises that the neighborhood continues to hear from the Holiday Station. Truax said that she also has some concerns as it relates to dogs in eating establishments, stores, and even churches.

Mayor Hunstiger said that there are State regulations that govern service dogs. Adam Ripple said that the Federal Government is working to come up with certiÀcations as it relates to service dogs.

8. Public Hearings A. Applicant Daniel and Rebecca Legatt Purpose To Consider a Preliminary Plat That Would Include One Single Family Lot. Legal Description: Outlot E, Scenic Acres 1. Open Public Hearing 2. Close Public Hearing Motion: Moved by Councilperson Sauer and seconded by Councilperson Thronson to close the public hearing. Motion carried unanimously.

3. Consider Action Motion: Moved by Councilperson Sauer and seconded by Mayor Hunstiger to approve the Preliminary Plat and Final Plat with the Àve conditions. Motion carried unanimously.

9. Consent Agenda A. Approve Council Member(s) Attendance to the Annual 2017 LMC Newly Elected OfÀcials Conference B. Approve and Authorize Townsquare Media of St. Cloud’s Wing Fest Event C. Approve and Adopt Resolution Approving Temporary 3.2 Beer License for the Sauk Rapids Jaycees D. Approve Boards and Commissions for 2017 and Post Planning Commission Vacancies E. Allow Mandatory Liquor Sales Training for First Time Failed Compliance Check Offenders F. Approve LaserÀche Upgrade to Avante G. Approve Utilities at Bob Cross Park Baseball Field H. Approve 3rd Avenue Assessments I. Allow Staff to Purchase Four Computers for the Police Department J. Approve Funding Staff Attendance to the Ehlers Public Finance Seminar K. Allow the Police Department to Become a Member of the Mid-State Organized Crime Information Center L. Approve Senior Citizen Application for Special Assessment Deferral M. Approve 2017 Plumbing and Mechanical Contractor Licenses N. Approve 4th Quarter Building, Mechanical, and Plumbing Permits O. Approve 2017 Legislative Session Resolution for St. Cloud Area Cities Goals/Recommendations P. Mississippi River Trail Grant Resolutions Q. Approve No Parking Resolutions on Portions of Sixth Avenue North and Summit Avenue North R. Approve Posting of Existing Utility Maintenance Position S. Approve Purchase of 3 Ballistic Shields and 10 Sets of Steel Body Armor with Carriers T. Approve Meal Reimbursement for Jason Adamski U. Approve Staff Attendance at the Homeland Security and Emergency Management Governors Conference Motion: Moved by Councilperson Sauer and seconded by Councilperson Thronson to approve agenda items 9A-9U. Motion carried unanimously.

10. Regular Agenda A. Whitney Senior Center Annual Membership Subsidy

Motion: Moved by Councilperson Sauer and seconded by Councilperson Thronson to approve funding subsidy for Sauk Rapids residents that become members of the Whitney Senior Center up to a maximum amount of $2,000 with any unused funds being donated to the Whitney Senior Center with $40 per person being the reimbursement amount.

Discussion: Councilperson Sauer asked how the amount of subsidy provided should be determined.

Ross Olson said that the Whitney Center is hoping that the subsidy is $40 because that is what they have set their accounting systems up to calculate in terms of what other cities have donated. Olson stated that the Whitney Senior Center Director, Laura Hood, has said that they will make another Àgure work, if needed.

Mayor Hunstiger said obviously the City can help more people with less subsidy per person, but the number of people attending Whitney Senior Center is the unknown Àgure in this equation.

Olson clariÀed that the subsidy will be on a Àrst come-Àrst served basis and that Whitney Senior Center will be taking care of the subsidy paperwork. He encouraged those interested in joining the Whitney Senior Center to join soon, if they wish to take advantage of the subsidy being offered.

Motion carried unanimously.

B. Feasibility Report for 2017 Overlay Improvements Project Motion: Moved by Councilperson Sauer and seconded by Councilperson Heinen to approve the resolution Receiving the Feasibility Report and calling for a Public Hearing on the 2017 Overlay Improvements Project. Motion carried unanimously.

11. Other Staff Items A. Update on Police OfÀcer Hiring Process Perry Beise noted that three of the Àve people that the Sauk Rapids Police Department were backgrounding as potential hires had concerns in their background that make them no longer candidates for a Police OfÀcer position in the City. The Police Department is continuing to background the other two candidates.

B. City Council Vacancy Update Ross Olson thanked all that showed interest in the City Council vacancy. Olson noted that nine people submitted letters of interest.

Olson noted that how many candidates the Council elects to interview is up to the Council. Olson explained that the last time that there was a vacancy on the Council, the Council sent City Administration their top Àve picks in no particular order and those people were invited in for an interview.

Councilperson Heinen said that he liked the idea of interviewing the top Àve. The rest of the City Council agreed by consensus to narrow the applicant pool down to Àve.

Olson asked that the Council get back to staff with their top Àve picks in no particular order. Olson said that the top Àve will then be noticed and interviews will be set for an upcoming evening. Olson explained that as in the past, time slots will be assigned for interviews.

C. City Council Committees Ross Olson said that normally at this City Council meeting the Coucil approves the Committees for the remainder of the year. Because there is a vacancy on the Council, 2016 commitees will remain intact until someone else is appointed.

12. Other Council Items and Communications A. 2nd Street Up the Hill and 8th Street Update Councilperson Sauer talked about the water collecting on the newly constructed 2nd Street and on 8th Street.

Terry Wotzka explained that come this spring the second layer of bituminous will go down on both of these roadways, which should eliminate any puddling.

B. Christmas Tree Disposal Pete Eckhoff stated that this Saturday, January 14th is the Ànal day that the compost site will be open for Christmas tree disposal. Residents are asked to donate a food item when dropping of their trees. The food/money collected goes to the Salvation Army.

13. Approve List of Bills and Claims Motion: Moved by Councilperson Sauer and seconded by Councilperson Heinen to approve the List of Bills and Claims.

Motion carried unanimously.

14. Adjournment Motion: Moved by Councilperson Heinen and seconded by Councilperson Thronson to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried unanimously.

Mayor Hunstiger adjourned the meeting at 7:05 p.m.

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Sunday, Jan. 15 0218 hrs – unwanted on the 800 block of 3rd Ave N 0259 hrs – domestic on the 300 block of 3rd Ave N 0935 hrs – suspicious activity on the 1000 block of River Ave S 0943 hrs – welfare check on the 300 block of 7th St S 1629 hrs – theft on the 1200 block of 3rd Ave S 2251 hrs – extra patrol 2 trafÀc stops; 8 parking violations; 3 medical calls; 1 assist; 1 alarm

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SPORTS

Wolves showing signs of improvement

by ANNA SALDANA STAFF WRITER

The Storm boys swim and dive team is heading to the True Team State Swim Meet Jan. 28 at the University of Minnesota Aquatics Center.

This is the second year in a row where the team has qualiÀed for the state meet, and the third time since 2008.

“We knew going into sections we had a good shot,” said coach Ray Nelson. “As a team, everyone in at least one event had a season best. The kids are already excited to go to state, and that pool is incredible.

They are just buzzing with excitement.”

In addition to bringing home the Àrst place plaque from True Team sections, the Storm also took on Alexandria Jan. 19, losing in a close 154.5141.5, and Fergus Falls Jan. 17, winning 94-90.

The team continues their season Jan. 26 against St. Cloud Tech and Jan. 28 at the True Team State Meet.

First place at sections The Storm boys swim team competed at the True Team State Meet last year, after placing second in their section, But this year, Nelson feels the team has improved.

“Last year, I believe we placed 11th of the 12 teams at True Team,” Nelson said. “This year, our goal is to at least make the top 10. We are going up

against some tough teams, but I know we have the potential to do well. We are in better shape than last year.”

During the sections meet Jan. 21, Jack Grabinski took Àrst in diving, Ryan Kawlewski took second in the 500 yard freestyle, Josh Deering took third in the 100-yard backstroke, Tommy Stiegel took second in the 100yard breaststroke and two relay teams took second as well.

The Storm Ànished off the meet in Àrst with 1,312 points, with the next closest placing 191 points lower – Montevideo with 1,121 points.

“Our boys did really well,” said Nelson. “I’m proud of their dedication and how far they have come.”

1:02.38; 16th T. Daniels 1:04.84; 22nd Bonovsky 1:12.34. 100 FS: 5th K. Daniels 52.45; 7th M. Freese 54.78; 8th Claasen 55.07; 10th Moline 56.61.

500 FS: 2nd Kawlewski 5:19.52; 10th Davis 5:50.95; 20th Moriack 6:09.21; 21st Eisenschenk 6:09.79. 200 FSR: 2nd Claasen, Stiegel, K. Daniels, Kawlewski 1:36.92; 9th Moline, I. Freese, Eisenschenk, Davis 1:44.55; 11th T. Daniels, Garrett Feuling, Hendrickson, Moilanen 1:45.74; 23rd Dingmann, Christopherson, Nielsen, Johnson 2:05.76. 100 BK: 3rd Deering 1:01.38; 10th Baker 1:05.35; 11th M. Freese 1:05.39; 18th Moilanen 1:09.90. 100 BR: 2nd Stiegel 1:06.38; 6th I. Freese 1:11.61; 10th Hendrickson 1:15.62; 21st Johnson 1:28.51. 400 FSR: 4th Kawlewski, M. Freese, Deering, Maanum 3:37.30; 6th Claasen, T. Daniels, Moline, Baker 3:45.41; 12th Moriack, I. Freese, Davis, Bonovsky Christopherson, 4:05.60; 20th Dingmann, Nielsen, Feuling nd 200 MR: 2 Deering, Stiegel, 4:31.89.

Dylan Maanum, Kayden Daniels Alexandria 154.5, Sauk 1:45.84; 9th Ethan Baker, Isaac Rapids-Rice 141.5 Freese, Carter Moilanen, Cole The team kept the Bonovsky 1:52.86; 13th Morgan Freese, Tucker Hendrickson, Cardinals on their toes with Thomas Daniels, Ethan Moriack several top three Ànishes, 2:00.70; 23rd Jack Christopherson, including three Àrst place.

Preston Johnson, Dane Dingmann, Claasen took Àrst in the 50 yard William Nielsen 2:24.77. 200 FS: 4th freestyle, J. Grabinski in the Kawlewski 2:00.52; 8th Erik Moline; one meter diving and a relay 9th Bonovsky 2:07.40; 16th Mason team in the 200-yard freestyle Eisenschenk 2:11.31. 200 IM: th th 4 Deering 2:14.67; 8 Maanum relay event. nd 200 MR: 2 Deering, Stiegel, 2:17.37; 18th Hendrickson 2:35.48; th 21st Stephen Davis 2:36.67. 50 Maanum, K. Daniels 1:48.43; 4 M. Freese, I. Freese, Moilanen, th th FS: 6 K. Daniels 23.86; 7 Baker th 24.50; 8th Ben Claasen 24.51; 10th Bonovsky 1:57.34; 6 Moriack, Hendrickson, T. Daniels, Feuling Stiegel 24.59. 1 MTR Diving: rd 2:06.37.

200 FS: 3 Kawlewski st th 1 J. Grabinski 400.45; 5 Elijah th th Grabinski 336.80; 16th Andrew 2:02.93; 4 Molinerd2:05.57; 6 Davis 200 IM: 3 Deering 2:18.58; Zeppelin 155.45. 100 FLY: 9th 2:08.97. th 7th Hendrickson Maanum 1:00.42; 13th Moilanen 4 Maanum 2:18.96; 2:36.79. 50 FS: 1st Claasen 24.18; 3rd K. Daniels 24.56; 4th Stiegel 25.19; Feuling 29.56. 1 MTR Diving: 1st J. Grabinski 223.65; 2nd E. Grabinski 187.70; 6th Zeppelin 98.15. 100 FLY: The high kick team took 2nd Maanum 1:02.67; 4th Moilanen Àfth out of the 17 teams, while 1:04.00; 5th T. Daniels 1:06.38; the jazz team took eighth.

Bonovsky 1:12.90. 100 FS: 2nd K. The Storm host shows Daniels 53.04; 4th Claasen 56.10; 6th th Jan. 28, at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m., M. Freese nd56.84; 7 Moline 59.31.th 500 FS: 2 Kawlewski 5:26.72; 5 at Sauk Rapids-Rice High Davis 6:01.20; 6th Moriack 6:11.48; School.

Cristobal Villagra 6:54.59. 200 FSR: 1st Claasen, Stiegel, K. Daniels, Kawlewski 1:36.74; 3rd T. Daniels,

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The Storm dance team competed Jan. 21 at TotinoGrace High School against 16 other teams.

PUBLIC NOTICES

BENTON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS REGULAR MEETING MINUTES JANUARY 3, 2017

The Benton County Board of Commissioners met in regular session on January 3, 2017 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 Administrator Monty Headley was at 9:00 AM followed by the Pledge of Allegiance to the Áag.

Buerkle nominated Peschl for 2017 Chair of the Board. Second

by Popp. Nominations were closed and a unanimous ballot cast for Peschl for Board Chair for 2017. Chair Peschl called for nominations for 2017 Board Vice-Chair. McMahon nominated Popp for 2017 Vice-Chair of the Board. Second by Bauerly. Nominations were closed and a unanimous ballot cast for Popp for Board ViceChair for 2017.

Popp/Buerkle unanimous to approve the amended agenda (add item: Oath of OfÀce for County Assessor).

No one was present to speak under Open Forum.

Bauerly/McMahon unanimous to set 2017 County Board meeting dates and times as presented (“Àrst and third” Tuesday of each month at 9:00 AM—unless otherwise noted), with the exception of the Àrst Board meeting in July (the listing reÁects a change of date to Wednesday, July 5th due to the July 4th holiday falling on a Tuesday) and the exception of the Àrst Board meeting in December (the listing reÁects a change of date from Tuesday, December 5th to Wednesday, December 6th due to a conÁict with the 2017 AMC Annual Conference and also reÁects a change of time to 7:00 PM to combine with the Truth in Taxation meeting.)

Buerkle/Popp unanimous to approve the Consent Agenda: 1) approve the Regular Meeting Minutes of December 20, 2016 as written; 2) set the 2017 per diem rate for Boards and Commissions at $60.00; 3) accept and Àle Administrator’s Report/Monthly Financial Report as presented; 4) approve letter to the NRCS State Conservationist urging reconsideration of local NRCS stafÀng reductions, and authorize the Chair to sign; 5) approve letter of understanding with CliftonLarsonAllen to compile the 2016 Ànancial statements, and authorize the Chair to sign; 6) approve engagement letter with the State Auditor for the audit of the 2016 Ànancial statements, and authorize the Chair to sign; 7) approve letter of support for City of Foley TAP (Transportation Alternatives Project) grant application, and authorize the Chair to sign; and 8) adopt Resolution 2017-#1, approving sponsorship of TAP (Transportation Alternatives Project) on behalf of the City of Foley, and authorize the Chair to sign.

Karri Thorsten, Auditor-Treasurer, reported that two sealed newspaper bids were received (Benton County News and Star Publications/Sauk Rapids Herald) for publication of the ofÀcial proceedings of the County Board and other publications as required by law.

Bauerly/McMahon unanimous to accept the bids and continue the designation of the Benton County News and Star Publications/Sauk Rapids Herald as ofÀcial newspapers for 2017 publications. Peschl

I. Freese, Hendrickson, Moline 1:45.92; 6th Dominic Sander, Feuling, Moriack, Moilanen 1:56.01.

100 BK: 2nd Deering 1:03.06; 4th M. Freese 1:05.91; 7th Moilanen 1:13.67. 100 BR: 2nd Stiegel 1:07.97; 3rd I. Freese 1:12.75; 4th Hendrickson 1:17.28. 400 FSR: 2nd Kawlewski, Maanum, Claasen, Deering 3:38.43; 4th Bonovsky, T. Daniels, M. Freese, Moline 3:50.01; 6th Moriack, Sander, I. Freese, Davis 4:15.68.

Sauk Rapids-Rice 94, Fergus Falls 90 The Storm scored a meaningful win Jan. 17 over Fergus Falls, but not without a Àght – only four points separated the two teams’ Ànal scores.

“Fergus Falls has been a very tough team for a number of years,” Nelson said. “It is always fun to see where we align with them. The team was excited to get this win and we knew we had to be at our best to accomplish that.”

200 MR: 1st Deering, Stiegel, Maanum, K. Daniels 1:48.45; 3rd M. Freese, I. Freese, Moilanen, Baker 1:56.14; 5th Moriack, Hendrickson, Claasen, Bonovsky 2:03.86. 200 FS: 2nd Deering 2:04.85; 5th Moline 2:11.61; 6th Bonovsky 2:15.34.

200 IM: 3rd K. Daniels 2:22.29; 5th Kawlewski 2:32.01; 6th Nielsen 2:57.00. 50 FS: 1st Claasen 24.13; 4th Baker 25.70; 5th T. Daniels 26.12; Moilanen 26.25. 1 MTR Diving: 2nd J. Grabinski 228.85; 4th E. Grabinski 181.65; 5th Zeppelin 83.25. 100 FLY: 1st Maanum 1:02.34; 3rd Moilanen 1:03.63; 4th T. Daniels 1:05.31. 100 FS: 1st Deering 55.01; 3rd Stiegel 55.89; 4th Moline 57.35. 500 FS: 1st Kawlewski 5:22.78; 3rd Hendrickson 5:57.36; 4th Bonovsky 5:57.47. 200 FSR: 1st K. Daniels, Claasen, Baker, Kawlewski 1:38.36; 3rd T. Daniels, I. Freese, Hendrickson, Moline 1:46.05; 5th J. Grabinski, M. Freese, Bonovsky, Moilanen 1:50.35.

100 BK: 2nd Maanum 1:02.59; 4th M. Freese 1:05.84; 5th K. Daniels 1:08.46. 100 BR: 1st Stiegel 1:06.70; 3rd I. Freese 1:12.53; 6th Hendrickson 1:18.67; Johnson 1:32.09. 400 FSR: Deering, Maanum, Kawlewski, M. Freese 3:43.06; Baker, Claasen, T. Daniels, Stiegel 3:47.64; Johnson, Villagra, Moriack, Moline 4:32.22.

inquired of 2016 publication costs; Headley will provide publication costs for the last several years.

Buerkle/Popp unanimous to re-designate the Auditor-Treasurer the authority to designate depository banks. McMahon/Popp unanimous to adopt Resolution 2017-#2, designating depository banks for Benton County, and authorize the Chair to sign.

Troy Heck, County Sheriff, requested Board approval to upgrade the GeoLynx system in the Sheriff’s dispatch center from a desktop version to a server version. He noted that this software gives the dispatcher a visual reference of where a caller is located or where services are needed; the system also provides directions and a visual reference for deputies responding to calls, as well as allowing dispatchers/deputies to quickly determine the location of patrol units in the Àeld. Heck pointed out that the server-based system has a number of additional enhanced features and functionality not currently available in the desktop version; this upgrade would be funded through the use of E911 restricted funds. McMahon/Buerkle to approve the contract for the upgrade of the GeoLynx program and authorize the Chair to sign.

Motion carried with McMahon, Buerkle, Popp and Peschl voting aye and Bauerly abstaining from the vote.

Chris Byrd, County Engineer, explained that many bidders are retrieving construction plans and bidding specs electronically through the county’s website; however, current state law dictates that the county advertise in the ofÀcial county newspaper unless an alternative method to disseminate bids is established. He stated that MN Statute 331A.12 allows for counties to use their websites to advertise for bids of road construction projects—the county must adopt a resolution annually establishing the website as the alternative method of advertising. Byrd clariÀed that bidders may still come to the ofÀce to obtain the construction plans/bidding specs for a fee. Bauerly/Buerkle unanimous to adopt Resolution 2017-#3, a resolution to use alternative method to disseminate bids and requests, and authorize the Chair to sign.

Engineer’s Report: 1) New Operating Engineer began work today—Àlling a retirement; there will be another retirement at the end of this month; 2) ongoing recruitments for Engineering Technician and Assistant County Engineer. Byrd noted that the lack of adequate stafÀng “has slowed down productivity in the highway department”.

McMahon commented “I don’t believe we should postpone projects in the Àve-year plan unless we absolutely have to…we may have to farm some of that work out to get it done…”

The Regular County Board meeting was recessed at 9:27 AM to conduct a Human Services Board meeting.

The Regular County Board meeting was reconvened at 9:36 AM. Jenn Russell, Central MN Jobs and Training Services (CMJTS) Economic Development Coordinator, was present to discuss her role in developing the Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) for the Central MN quad counties (Benton, Sherburne, Stearns and Wright); CEDS is designed to bring together the public and private sectors in the creation of an economic roadmap to diversify and strengthen regional economies. Russell stated that the CEDS includes an important monitoring and implementation component; cit-

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With the Wild leading the NHL’s Western Conference standings and the NFL playoffs reaching a fever pitch, I won’t blame you if you’ve lost touch with the Minnesota Timberwolves.

However, after a rough start to the season, the Timberwolves are starting to make some waves and

by ANDY THAYER deserve to be back on your sports SPORTS COLUMNIST radar.

The Wolves have won Àve of their last seven games (including wins over Houston and Oklahoma City – two perennial playoff locks) and, most importantly, have won each of their last four home games.

The Àrst indication a young team needs to be taken seriously is when they can defend their home Áoor. And since the calendar turned to 2017, the Wolves have done just that.

The biggest change I’ve observed has been the team’s commitment to playing respectable defense. Since Jan. 1, the Wolves rank in the league’s top 10 in NBA.com’s defensive rating statistic, which measures the amount of points a team surrenders per 100 possessions. It’s clear the team is focusing on defensive rotations and positioning and is surrendering far fewer wide open three-pointers. Another positive change is the team’s defense on pick and rolls; they are communicating much better and appear to be on the same page regarding switches and rotations. It’s tough to erase the stink of some of those awful early-season defensive performances, and there are always going to be a few breakdowns, but the Wolves currently rank 12th in the NBA in points allowed per game and are rising quickly due to their consistently improved defense.

A lot of this has to do with the lineups coach Thibodeau has been playing recently. When Zach LaVine recently missed two games with a hip injury, it meant an increase in playing time for veteran wing Brandon Rush and second-year point guard Tyus Jones. Both of these guys made the most of their minutes, and now they are key parts of Thibodeau’s rotation.

In Sunday’s big win over Denver (who currently hold the 8th and Ànal playoff spot in the west), Thibodeau rolled with a guard combination of rookie point guard Kris Dunn and Tyus Jones to close out a tight game and decided to leave a healthy LaVine on the bench. This was an interesting move, to say the least, but it indicates he’s going to roll with the guys who are willing to give maximum effort on the defensive end.

There’s no denying Jones has always shown an ability to make the right decisions, get his teammates open looks, and stay focused in pressure situations. After losing their Àrst seven games decided by three points or less, the Wolves have now won two such games in a row with Jones on the Áoor and the game on the line. I don’t think that is a coincidence, and it appears coach Thibodeau has picked up on this as well.

Don’t look now, but the Wolves are currently only 2.5 games out of a playoff spot. After a road game tonight in Phoenix, the Wolves enter an important three-game homestand where they can potentially make up some ground in the standings. The Wolves will have three winnable games at Target Center against mediocre eastern conference teams in the next week: Indiana on Thursday, Brooklyn on Saturday, and Orlando on Monday. If the Wolves can continue their current run and make hay in these next four games, they will be riding high heading into next Wednesday’s nationally televised game at struggling Cleveland. What once might have looked like a dud to ESPN’s schedule makers could now be a showdown between a surging young squad and a team of aging stars that is Àghting to hold on to Àrst place in the eastern conference. I know I’ll be watching.

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The Storm boys swim and dive team took Àrst place at the Section 3A True Team meet Jan. 21 and will be swimming at the True Team State Meet Jan. 28.

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ies and counties will provide CMJTS with their priority project lists to become eligible for EDA funds; CMJTS will collaborate with all cities and counties to create one document to serve the region (the CEDS grant requires a complete CEDS plan written and submitted to the Federal EDA, and a designated regional governance structure established, by December 31, 2017). Russell indicated that a CEDS is required in order to apply for federal funding under EDA’s Public Works or Economic Adjustment Assistance Programs. John Uphoff, Executive Director of the Benton Economic Partnership, was also present at this time; Uphoff will serve as lead contact for Benton County in gathering information from stakeholders, cities, businesses, and other interested parties to be incorporated into the regional CEDS plan. He pointed out that our region is one of few regions in the state that do not have a CEDS plan in place; a main goal of the CEDS is “capacity building”, leading to further economic growth within the four-county region. Uphoff noted that the Benton Economic Partnership will be involved in the CEDS process, as well as any other interested County Board members; the Àrst county-wide stakeholder meeting will be held in January.

On behalf of the Benton County Health and Wellness Committee, Jenny Lezer, Public Health Educator, provided a recap of 2016 health and wellness initiatives, as well as 2017 program goals and initiatives. Chair Peschl expressed appreciation to those employees serving on the Health and Wellness Committee for their efforts in promoting workplace wellness.

Lee Katzmarek, Human Resources Director, explained that, as part of the Women’s Economic Security Act, the county added language to the personnel policies addressing breast-feeding mothers.

Buerkle/ Bauerly unanimous to approve the addition of breast-feeding language under Chapter 12 of the Benton County Personnel Policies, Safety and Health, and modiÀcation of existing policy language in Chapter 20, Hours of Work and Attendance.

Bauerly/Popp unanimous to adopt the 2017 slate of Boards and Commissions appointments as discussed and indicated.

Monty Headley, County Administrator, explained that the MN Department of Revenue requires that the oath of ofÀce be administered to our reappointed County Assessor at the Àrst County Board meeting of the year. At this time, Chair Peschl administered the Oath of OfÀce to County Assessor, Brian Koester.

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

Popp/McMahon unanimous to set Committees of the Whole: February 6, Goal-Setting Session.

Buerkle/Bauerly unanimous to adjourn at 10:18 AM. Warren J. Peschl, Jr., Chair Benton County Board of Commissioners ATTEST: Montgomery Headley Benton County Administrator Published Jan. 24, 2017 R-4-1B

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The Sauk Rapids Herald

THURSDAY, JANUARY 26, 2017

SPORTS

Prowlers chase SRR girls off the court

by LAURA HINTZEN STAFF WRITER

The outcome of Saturday’s game against the Thief River Falls Prowlers wasn’t what the Storm had anticipated. The girls basketball team lost 5743, but put up a good Àght.

“They did a good job of working together on defense,” said coach Megan Foley.

“Thief River Falls has an outstanding girl inside, and we made her work to get the bucket.”

Bailey Becker was a standout, adding 14 points to the scoreboard for the Storm which helped them achieve

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with 16 points, and Torvik with 15 – the Lakers might have had their chance at a win.

The Lakers worked for a halftime score of 38-26, but the Storm refocused and picked up the pace in the second half which led them to victory.

SRR 18 25 43 TRFHS 20 37 57 SRR scoring: Becker 14, Roscoe SRR 8, Torvik 6, Konz 6, Staci Meyer 5, DL Brooklyn Harren 4.

Becker, Roscoe lead Storm to victory The team brought intensity to last Friday night’s game versus the Detroit Lakes Lakers. They won 68-62.

If it wasn’t for top scorers – Becker and Roscoe, each

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Jared Spohn and Hunter Rajkowski had a successful meet in Eastview Jan. 21, each for different reasons.

Spohn wrestled in the 106-pound weight class throughout the invitational and ended the meet with Àrst

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113 – Wollak: lost by decision 4-3, won by decision 7-0, lost by major decision 10-2. 120 – Brady Vait: received a bye, lost by major decision 11-0, received a bye, lost by decision 4-3. 126 – Jacob Kruger: received a bye, lost by technical fall at 3:32, lost by decision 9-3. 132 – Jacob Ackerman: won by decision 8-3, lost by pin at 1:34, lost by decision 6-4. 138 – Rajkowski: received a bye, won by pin at 0:08, lost by decision 8-6, won by pin at 1:41, won by major decision 130. 145 – Bemboom: received a bye, won by technical fall at 4:56, lost by major decision 145, won by major decision 14-6, won by major decision 9-0. 152 – Ben DeMars: lost by technical fall at 4:00, lost by pin at 2:08.

160 – Marcus Santillana: lost by decision 12-5, lost by pin at 3:22.

170 – Brent Nelson: received a bye, lost by pin at 2:56, received a bye, lost in sudden victory. 182 106 – Spohn: won by pin – Syvertson: won by pin at 3:15, at 1:22, won by major decision won by decision 5-4, lost by pin 14-0, won by decision 8-4. at 1:36. 195 – Daunte Molski:

place in the class.

Rajkowski also saw some success during the meet, going 4-1 and placing third in the 138-pound weight class.

More notably, Rajkowski hit a big milestone – 100 varsity wins.

The team also wrestled against Little Falls Jan. 19, losing 47-27.

The Storm continues their successful season Jan. 26 against Sartell and Jan. 27 against Fergus Falls.

Eastview Invitational The Storm placed eighth of 11 teams, despite many high placings.

Andrew Syvertson took second, Rajkowski and Tony Bemboom took third and Andrew Wollak took fourth.

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The Storm played the Brainerd Warriors Jan. 17.

They lost 46-42. SRR is 6-8 on the season, as of Monday, and continued their season against Fergus Falls Tuesday

lost by pin at 1:35, received a bye, lost by pin at 1:40. 220 – Gage Donovan: received a bye, lost by pin at 0:13, received a bye, lost by pin at 1:59.

Little Falls 47, Sauk Rapids-Rice 27 Despite losing the match overall, many of the Storm grapplers won their individual matches – Wollak, Spohn Bemboom, Nelson, Syvertson and Ben Konz.

106: Wollak won by pin at 3:06. 113: Spohn won by technical fall. 120: Ben Gilbertson lost by pin at 3:24. 126: Vait lost by pin at 3:19. 132: Bryce Warner lost by pin at 1:16. 138: Ackerman lost by pin at 1:56. 145: Rajkowski lost by pin at 1:09. 152: Bemboom won by major decision 10-2. 160: DeMars lost by technical fall. 170: Santillana lost by pin at 4:36. 182: Nelson won by pin at 1:42. 195: Syvertson won by decision 4-2.

220: Donovan lost by pin at 0:51.

285: Konz won by sudden victory.

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Lumberjack netminder Mac Berglove saved 19 of 24 shots, the Mustangs JT Kossakowski 22 of 25. Peoria had 18 minutes on nine infractions.

Granite City 3, Peoria 1 Will Mix, Olson and Dahl scored the goals for Granite City Jan. 21 allowing the Jacks to take the 3-1 win.

Olson and Esselman each notched two assists.

David Mulligan tended the net for Granite City, saving 18 of 19 shots. Kossakowski 21 of 24. Granite City sat 10 on Àve and the Mustangs 20 on six.

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Saturday evening they outplayed Peoria winning 3-1 and Sunday afternoon they

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Peoria 5, Granite City 3 Granite City found themselves in deep penalty trouble against the Mustangs Jan. 22. One ejection for spearing and infractions for charging and unsportsmanlike conduct contributed to the 69 minutes in the box. It also allowed the Mustangs Àve power play opportunities, of which two they scored.

By the end of the second, Peoria was up 4-1. Granite City made a valiant effort to tie during the third, but a late empty net goal closed the game 5-3, Mustangs.

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18 points to the Prowlers’ 20 at halftime. She was went 100 percent on her Àve free throws.

Other top scorers were Bailey Roscoe with eight points; Brooke Torvik and Angela Konz had six.

Overall, the Prowlers outdid the Storm in defensive rebounds having 30 to Sauk Rapids’ 18.

The Storm had seven assists, eight steals and 10 points in the paint compared to the Prowlers’ who had none.

“We have been working together and listening to the defensive game plan.

Our effort has been there

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BENTON COUNTY ORDINANCE NO. 458 WHEREAS, the Benton County Department of Development instituted proceedings to amend the Benton County Ordinance 185; and, WHEREAS, on December 27th, 2016 and December 29th, 2016 , Notice of Public Hearing and intent to amend Benton County Ordinance was published in the ofÀcial newspapers of the county; and, WHEREAS, on January 12th, 2017, the Benton County Planning Commission held a public hearing; and, WHEREAS, on January 17th, 2017 the Benton County Board of Commissioners held a public hearing and approved the proposed ordinance amendment; and, NOW PURSUANT TO THE AUTHORITY VESTED BY MINNESOTA STATUTES SECTION 394.25, THE BENTON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS ORDAINS: That the following Sections of the Benton County Development Code be amended to include: 3.0 DEFINITIONS Child Care Center: A facility licensed by the Minnesota Department of Human Services as a child care center, unless exempted by law, that provides supervision of children during the day at a location other than the provider or caregiver’s residence. Child care centers generally have larger groups of children and staff.

7.1.23 Conditional Uses: Child Care Center 7.2.22 Conditional Uses: Child Care Center 7.2A.20 Conditional Uses: Child Care Center 7.3.2 Conditional Uses: Child Care Center 7.4.2 Conditional Uses: Child Care Center 7.5.2 Conditional Uses: Child Care Center 7.6.2 Conditional Uses: Child Care Center 7.6A.3 Conditional Uses: Child Care Center 7.7.2 Conditional Uses: Child Care Center 7.8.2 Conditional Uses: Child Care Center Approved and adopted by the Benton County Board of Commissioners this 17th day of January in the year of 2017.

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SPORTS

Girls defeat No. 1 Warriors

The Storm’n Sabres girls hockey team fought over the puck Jan. 19 as they faced off against the No. 1 conference team, the Brainerd Warriors.

“It was a big win for the girls,” said coach Marty Anderson. “Brainerd is one of the top teams we have to contend with, particularly as we get closer to playoffs.”

This was the ninth-straight win for the Storm’n Sabres team.

“We’ve gotten the wins, but haven’t necessarily been playing our best hockey,” Anderson said.

The girls were also aggressive in their game against Willmar Jan. 17, bringing home a 3-2 overtime win.

The girls play section rival Roseau Jan. 27 and face Thief River Falls Jan. 28.

“The Roseau match will be just as tough as Brainerd,” Anderson said. “Last year, we beat them in the section tournament to make it to state, so we are already preparing to face them.”

Sartell-Sauk Rapids-Rice 1, Brainerd 0 The Storm’n Sabres fought aggressively, moving the puck down the ice, both toward the Warrior goal and away from their tender, Chloe Stockinger.

The arena erupted in cheers as the Ànal buzzer sounded and conÀrmed the girls 1-0 win, after a nerve-wracking Ànal moments near Stockinger and the goal.

“Brainerd was 18-1 when we started the game, topping the conference. They proved their toughness on the ice,”

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The Storm’n Sabres girls hockey team celebrates their win over No. 1 Brainerd Warriors Jan. 19 at Bernick’s Arena in Sartell.

Anderson said. “Those last few minutes made us coaches a little nervous. Brainerd kept the puck near our goal almost right up to the Ànal buzzer. But our girls deÀnitely deserved this win. They worked hard for it and really played their best hockey.”

The victory comes after an overtime loss to the Warriors Dec. 6.

“It was fun to watch the girls retaliate on the ice and gain the win they were hoping for over the Warriors,” said Anderson.

Stockinger saved all 21 shots slapped at her.

“She really stayed calm and did what she needed to do with conÀdence,” Anderson said. “She’s a freshman but deÀnitely plays like she’s older and with the conÀdence of many years’ experience.”

Megan Cook scored the goal for the team 12 minutes into the game, assisted by Bria Ferns and Megan Mohr.

The Storm’n Sabres sat six minutes on three infractions and attempted 16 shots against

the Warriors.

Sartell-Sauk Rapids-Rice 3, Willmar 2 The girls continued their overtime-win streak Jan. 17 against Willmar, securing the 3-2 win three minutes into overtime.

Molly Mahowald put up two of the three goals for the team, including the game-winning shot.

Mahowald, assisted by Grace McCabe and Megan Mohr, scored the Àrst goal eight minutes into the second period. Paulson added another, with help from Brooke Walters and Mohr, Àve minutes from the end of regular play, tying up the score and bringing the game into overtime. Mahowald, assisted by Lizzy Minnerath and

The Sauk Rapids-Rice boys hockey team continued their season with two tough matches – Jan. 19 against St. Cloud and Jan. 21 against Virginia.

Morgan Barber and Cameron Bauer scored the team’s two goals.

They host Sartell Jan. 24 and Brainerd Jan. 26 to continue their season.

Virginia 4, Sauk Rapids-Rice 2 The Storm found their two goals in the third period.

Barber, assisted by Everett Moliga, scored the team’s Àrst goal 2:56 into the period.

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Bre Hess, put away the Ànal goal three minutes into overtime.

The Storm’n Sabres sat six minutes on three infractions and attempted 43 shots against the Cardinals.

Madison DeMarias saved 21 of the 23 shots against her.

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Cade Milton-Baumgardner soars in for a layup during the second half of the Storm’s win over St. Cloud Apollo Jan. 19 in St. Cloud.

He had 11 points for the Storm.

throw line. Waldorf was 4-7 from the Àeld and 7-8 from the free-throw line.

“Both of them played really big for us and hit some big outside shots,” Peterson

said.

Landwehr posted a doubledouble for SRR. He had 15 points and 13 rebounds.

SRR is 8-7 overall and 3-4 in the Central Lakes Conference.

They hosted Brainerd Tuesday night.

SRR 26 28—54 B 28 39--67

What is your favorite part about wrestling? My favorite part about wrestling would be the one-on-one competition and being able to see new competition.

What is the best meet you’ve ever been a part of? The best meet I’ve been a part of would have to be Rumble on the Red last year in Fargo, N.D. I went 7-2 and took Àfth place out of a 60-man bracket.

What are some other activities you are involved in within school? I am involved in FFA, and I was in cross country this fall.

But the Storm responded with a run of their own. MiltonBaumgartner and Massman sunk back-to-back threes and SRR jumped ahead 64-55.

Deang and Landwehr scored the Storms next 13 points to increase the lead to 79-68.

Apollo wouldn’t get the deÀcit closer than 10 points the rest of the way.

“We stopped the bleeding and turned it around. When we get a lead like that we want to extend it not have them get back in it,” Peterson said. “I was really proud of the kids.

They got aggressive again and took charge.”

Landwehr and Deang were a two-man wrecking crew for SRR. They combined for 54 points and 24 rebounds and drew a lot of praise from their coach.

“They are both long, they both jump well. One can feed off the other. It’s really exciting when they are both in the game and are playing well,” Peterson said. “You got to have guys that want the ball, want to score and win it.”

The team’s center Landwehr’s offensive night included him stepping out and hitting several jumpers including three 3-point baskets.

“He wants the ball and wants to score and he’s doing a great job of it. He’s proven that if you don’t guard him he’s going to knock down the jumper. He’s probably one of the best jump shooters we have on our team so you have to guard him all over the place,” Peterson said.

Milton-Baumgartner, a sophomore, had 11 points and was critical in handling St. Cloud Apollos full-court pressure.

“He’s helping us with the pressure quite a bit. He’s calm, he’s wanting the ball and that’s helped us,” Peterson said.

SRR aim was good in the game; they burried 33-55 shots.

SRR 42 44—86 A 29 43--72

What has been your most rewarding high school class to date? My most rewarding high school class to date would be Minnesota Birds, because I learned so much about Minnesota and its wildlife.

What do you look forward to most during your senior year? I look forward to graduation and going on to new things in my life.

What is the best advice you’ve ever received? The best advice I’ve received was to never get too down on yourself and to always keep making improvements in life.

What do you enjoy doing in your spare time? In my spare time, I enjoy hanging with friends and helping on the home farm.

What are your future plans? My future plans are to further my education, but I’m undecided on a college at this point.

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SRR scoring: Waldorf 16 (6 rebounds), Cade MiltonBaumgartner 6 (4 assists), Braden Tretter 1, Deng Deang 8, Landwehr 15 (13 rebounds), Massman 21 (7 rebounds). Team totals: FG 20-48, FT SRR scoring: Waldorf 2, MiltonBaumgartner 11, Braden Tretter 22-29, PF 18.

Storm fend off Eagles second 6, Deang 25 (8 rebounds), Jerad Schlicting 1, Tommy Wittowski half rally 2, Landwehr 29 (16 rebounds), SRR overcame a furious Massman 8. Team totals: FG 33-55, Apollo rally early in the second FT 12-19, PF 14.

half and notched at 86-72 Central Lakes Conference win Jan. 19 in St. Cloud.

“It was a great win. The conference road wins are absolutely huge. They are not easy to come by,” Peterson said.

The Storm never trailed in the game. They were enjoying a 13-point 42-29 lead at halftime Center Cody Landwehr shoots over three St. Cloud Apollo when the Eagles got hot from defenders during their Central Lakes Conference matchup beyond the arc and went on a Thursday in St. Cloud. Landwehr scored 29 points in the 22-10 run to cut the lead to just one, 52-51 in the second half. game.

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For the second straight game the Storm basketball team played a team they were noticeably taller than on the road and came out with good results.

Anthony Massman, Nathan Waldorf and Cody Landwehr all scored in double Àgures and the taller Storm basketball team collected a 6754 non-conference road win over Bemidji Saturday.

Like in there battle against St. Cloud Apollo last Thursday, Sauk Rapids-Rice had a big height advantage. That height made it awfully difÀcult on the Lumberjacks connecting on shots. They hit just 40 percent, 20-50, shots in the game and were only 2-20 from three point range.

“We played pretty good defense on them. I think our length helped us. “We were taller than them at most positions. They had a lot of guards,” said SRR Head Coach Derek Peterson.

The Storm’s largest deÀcit was one point. They led 28-26 at halftime and extended the lead throughout the second half.

“I felt we had control of the game at all times. We didn’t have an up and down stretch.

We played continually solid throughout,” Peterson said.

“The kids are understanding what it takes and what we need to do.”

The Lumberjacks had a hard time slowing down Massman and Waldorf. Massman led the Storm with 21 points, including 4-7 from threepoint range and 3-4 from the free-

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Grace McCabe steers the puck away from an approaching Warrior defender.

Storm cut down Lumberjacks, 73-64

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Bauer followed 12 minutes later, with help from Barber and Daymin Dodge.

The Storm sat 28 minutes on 10 infractions and attempted 20 shots against Virginia.

Tender Lukas Marlin saved 42 of the 46 shots on goal.

St. Cloud 7, Sauk Rapids-Rice 0 St. Cloud held the Storm scoreless, with few attempted shots.

The Storm sat four minutes on two infractions and attempted Àve shots throughout the game.

Marlin saved 50 of the 57 shots on goal.

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The 2016-17 Storm gymnastics team includes (front, from left) captain Bergen Henkemeyer and captain Brooke Helget; (second row, from left) Anna Magnan, Anna Walz, Elle Bjork, Katelyn Fouquette, Katlyn Anderson and Katlyn Schulz; (third row, from left) Vanessa Lwiza, Emily Ethen, Justus Floren, Morgan Thompson and Ann Starr; (back, from left) coach Emma Kramer, manager Juan Calleros, Elie Weinert, Nikita Presler, Taylor Helget, coach Jarod Helget, coach Crystal Greeley and coach Chelsey Klein.

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Brooke Helget and Morgan Thompson led the Storm gymnastics team Jan. 19 against Brainerd, taking second and third, respectively, all-around in the meet.

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On vault, Ann Starr and Helget tied for sixth, each scoring 8.45. On bars, Justus Floren took Àfth with a score of 7.75. Starr took third place on beam with a score of 8.35 and fourth on à oor with a 9.05.

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