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Vol. 162, No. 49
Thursday, March 30, 2017
11 2nd Ave. N., Unit 103, Sauk Rapids, Benton County, MN 56379
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BY NATASHA BARBER STAFF WRITER
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Minnesota sprouts hope in Kansas BY NATASHA BARBER STAFF WRITER
GILMAN — One March 6, the lives of farmers and ranchers surrounding Ashland, Kan. were turned into dust. Eight days later, the central Minnesota community began to help. “I started seeing posts about the Àres in my women in agriculture group on Facebook. I couldn’t Àgure out why no one was helping them. So I came up here to talk to Tina [Peschl],” said Pattie Bixby, of Gilman. As a poultry and hog farmer with biosecurity concerns, Bixby knew she couldn’t spearhead a fundraiser at her own homestead. She talked with Tina Peschl, of the Gilman Coop Creamery, and together, along with help from the Minnesota State
Cattlemen’s Association and others, they created a hay and supply drive. Bixby estimated the community collected over 1,500 hay bales, almost $30,000 in fencing supplies, toys, clothes, household necessities, as well as donating fuel money and time. This past Saturday, more than two dozen people, climbed into semis, trucks and vans to begin a convoy from Gilman Co-op Creamery to the Kansas-Oklahoma line. The seven-vehicle parade included people from as far away as Cleveland, N.D., and was to meet up with others in southern Minnesota before making their way across the border. Hay loads have been intermittently delivered to Ashland over the past two weeks from across the nation. WildÀres spread through the
four states of Texas, Colorado, Oklahoma and Kansas in early March. Intense winds, low humidity and minimal Àre resources contributed to the worst Àre in the history of Clark County, Kan. “We had 70 mile per hour winds. This Àre was jumping like a grasshopper, but it was going threequarters of a mile at a time,” said Jeff Kay, of Ashland Feed and Seed. As one Àre approached Ashland, the winds switched. The blaze joined with two other Àres, nearly surrounding the town of 850 people. “All three Àres got to the south edge of Ashland by about Àve miles, joined forces and produced a massive Àre. It burned 467,000 acres and 31 homes in this county. That’s 89 percent of the county,” Kay said. Included in the loss were human
Donated hay bales line the property of Gilman Co-op Creamery, awaiting trips to Clay County, Kan.
lives and beef cattle. Preliminary county estimates tallied over 3,000 head lost to the Àres … that was two weeks ago. The number has mostlikely grown. “We produce hamburger and steaks for the American people. That’s what we do for a living,” Kay said. “Our lives have been disrupted. We needed some help with this. The farming and ranching communities have come to us in full force, so we can maybe get back on our feet again. We can survive.” Jason Molitor, of Holdingford, drove a load of 34 bales for Sauk Rapids company Marson Contractors last week. “When I Àrst started seeing things, it was land that was burned. I thought to myself, it’ll grow
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Make a wish come true
SRRHS hosts Wish Week BY ANNA SALDANA STAFF WRITER
PHOTO BY ANNA SALDANA
Ashlyn Kotcho (from left) and Madison Davis organized this week’s student council Wish Week fundraiser. It includes a color run and black light dance.
SAUK RAPIDS – The Sauk Rapids-Rice High School student council is in the midst of one of their largest service projects to date – Wish Week. “It is the biggest, most sincere fundraiser for student council. MakeA-Wish is such an awesome charity and when student council found out it was our state service project theme this year, we got excited,” said Madison Davis, Wish Week co-chairs. “We’ve been working on it everyday for the last month. We hope it goes well.” Throughout the week, student council is aiming to raise $6,500, which will help adopt the wish of a kid with a life-threatening illness. Student council is also partnering with Tanner’s Team Foundation, in honor of what would have been Tanner Fuls’s 18th birthday March 31. Tanner was diagnosed with Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS) and passed away Àve months later. During his treatment, the Fuls family had paperwork from Make-A-Wish, but their son passed away too soon. “He either wanted to go to Euro Disney or on an Alaskan cruise,” said John Fuls, Tanner’s dad. “Tanner got really sick and then passed in such a short timeframe. Once kids pass, Make-A-Wish won’t grant their wish.” Student council believes that because Tanner’s wish was not fulÀlled, they have more motive for adopting another child’s wish.
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Staying aÁoat freshman year BY NATASHA BARBER STAFF WRITER
SAUK RAPIDS — When Kelly Radi was preparing to send her Àrst-born off to college, she had mixed emotions. “You’re Àghting conÁicting emotions,” said Radi, of Sartell. “On one hand you are so excited for your child because he or she gets to explore the world. On the other hand you’re terriÀed. This is the same kid who doesn’t know how to put socks in the hamper. How will she set and alarm and get to class on time? And then there’s parental emotions. It’s not always how do they survive, but rather how will I.” Yearning for information and potential solace in the journey, the avid reader turned to books. When Radi didn’t exactly Ànd what she was looking for, she decided to write her own. “It’s not that there weren’t resources out there. But there wasn’t a resource that combined the statistics, data and facts with the emotional parent part,” Radi said. Many of the books Radi read were one or the other. She could read an academic journal missing emotion, or a heartfelt memoir with nothing based on research. Radi also wanted practical. “I wanted emotional, factual and the practical meat and potatoes-type stuff,”
she said. Radi will be speaking at the Sauk Rapids-Rice High School April 12 at 6:30 p.m. regarding her newly-published work, “Out to Sea: A Parents’ Survival Guide to the Freshman Voyage.” Community members will be able to participate in the interactive session. “Out to Sea” helps parents navigate both the practical and emotional aspects of their child’s Àrst-year in college. It discusses modeling healthy behaviors and parental challenges, but also addresses key concerns like money management, mental health and academic expectations. Radi began compiling her information shortly after her daughter shipped off to Drake University, in Des Moines, Iowa. But the book is not a memoir. The author visited multiple campuses of all sizes across the United States, and spoke with a variety of people from administrators, psychologists, instructors and even the experts themselves — parents and students. Yet, the lighthearted book (which still touches on serious issues like eating disorders, prescription drugs and sexual assault) doesn’t read like a college manual. “I wanted it to be an easy read, where the reader could sit down and feel like they
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Kelly Radi, author of “Out to Sea: A Parents’ Survival Guide to the Freshman Voyage” will speak at the SRRHS April 12.
SAUK RAPIDS — Land to the south of Golden Spike Road between Highway 10 and Mayhew Lake Road could be seeing development as early as late summer. Chief manager of Inventure Properties, LLC Doug Boser presented a project to the Sauk Rapids City Council March 27 to create what Boser deemed a lifestyle center. Golden Spike Commons, as it is called today, will feature multiple business locations on the property which covers a total of 32,000 square feet. “We envision modern, upscale and very unique shops in that location,” Boser said. The former SuperAmerica convenience store location will be included in the development, as well as a previously purchased site for a second municipal liquor store when the city decides to expand. Along with those buildings, three larger buildings with the potential to house 20 different businesses will be built on the area. The property will also feature parking, ample lighting and a pet park to accompany traveling visitors. “We see banks, vision centers, travel agencies, chiropractors, insurance agencies, Ànancial advisors, dentist, legals, automotive care [selling of parts], a clinic, daycares and a salon,” Boser said. “We anticipate being able to prelease now and start construction late summer, early fall.” In other council news: • Benton County Substance Use Prevention Coalition member and Sauk Rapids resident Julie Willman presented the council with 2016 Minnesota Student Survey data regarding substance use amongst Foley and Sauk RapidsRice District youth. According to the results, over the past 30 days, one in every six eighth-, ninth- and 11th-grader has reported drinking. One in 12 have reported tobacco use. One in 12 have reported marijuana use and 1 in 17 have reported misuse of prescription drugs. Following the presentation, Mayor Hunstiger read a proclamation recognizing the group and offering support from the council to create a positive culture within the community so Benton County youth can live substance free. • Resident of Third Avenue North, Tom Haaf brought concerns to the council. Haaf asked that the drainage problem near his rental property on Second Street be addressed. He stated he had talked with city and county ofÀcials in the past, but had not heard anything further. Haaf also asked for the councils support in the Stand Together Vote No efforts. Haaf is against the $87 billion referendum the Sauk Rapids-Rice District will put to a vote in May. The council did not take action at this time and reiterated they were happy he brought the concerns to the council but that he also needed to voice his opinions with the school board. Haaf said he has tried and failed. • Presented John Heintze, of the Good Shepherd Community in Sauk Rapids, with an Extra Mile Award for his continued efforts as a volunteer. • Approved Jerod Gapinski, Greg Bomstad, Steve Ellson and Cory Zimpel as 2017 captains for the Àre department. • Approved Jeff Jahnke as 2nd Assistant Chief for the Àre department. • Accepted the resignation of Eric Stommes from the Àre department. • Approved the parade route for Rapids River Days on Friday, June 22 with a tentative start time of 6 p.m. The route will again begin near Pleasantview Elementary
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LOCAL NEWS
WHAT’S HAPPENING Saturday, April 1, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. — Convention Center, 10 Fourth Ave. S, St. Bernick’s Arena Craft and Vendor Cloud. Show. Bernick’s Arena, 1109 First Street S, Sartell. Thursday, April 6, 10-11:30 a.m. — Benton County Substance Use Prevention Saturday, April 1, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. — St. Coalition presents the topic fetal alcohol Cloud Pet Expo. Learn more at http:// syndrome. The Minnesota Organization www.stcloudpetexpo.com. Sports Arena on Fetal Alcohol Syndrome will discuss East, 1410 Third Ave. S, Sauk Rapids. screening, diagnosis, signs and symptoms, complications, as well as support and Saturday, April 1, 5:30-10 p.m. — 17th resources. Public is welcome to attend. Annual Benton County National Wild Sauk Rapids Government Center, 250 Turkey Banquet. Dinner, live and silent Summit Ave. N, Sauk Rapids. auctions, meat and gun rafÁes. Mr. Jim’s, 840 Highway 23, Foley. Contact Kelly Saturday, April 8, 8-11 a.m. — Dad’s Novak (320) 224-1280 or Tim Scapanski Belgium WafÁe Breakfast. All proceeds (320) 224-7603 for tickets or visit http:// beneÀt Sauk Rapids Boy Scout Troop No. events.nwtf.org. 9. Sauk Rapids VFW No. 6992, 901 N. Benton Drive, Sauk Rapids. Tuesday, April 4, 1-7 p.m. — American Red Cross Blood Donations. Atonement Monday, April 10, 3:30-5:30 p.m. — Fare Lutheran Church, 1144 29th Ave. N, St. for all Express. Will be offering brunch Cloud. packs this month as well as host the Shoe Away Hunger bus, Àlled with gently used Thursday, April 6, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and new shoes for purchase. Resurrection — Greater St. Cloud Development Lutheran Church, 610 County Road 2, St. Corporation Talent Summit. Job Joseph. For more information visit http:// seekers will network with 200 local fareforall.org or call (800) 582-4291. employers hiring full, part-time and volunteer positions. Employers will have Tuesday, April 11, 4-7 p.m. — St. Cloud the opportunity to attend many breakout Area Business Showcase. River’s Edge sessions. Registration is required and open Convention Center, 10 Fourth Ave. S, St. at http://www.greaterstcloudjobspot.com. Cloud. There is no cost to attend. River’s Edge
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and conclude near the Sauk Rapids-Rice Middle School. • Approved the purchase of a tank mixer for the water tower near the Sauk RapidsRice High School. • Approved the cost of repairs to a consultant’s car which was damaged by a city staff member at the government center on a windy day. • Approved attendance to the Minnesota Municipal Beverage Association conference by the liquor operations manager and one full-time staff member. • The 2107 Open Book and Board of Appeal and Equalization Meeting will be held April 4 at 9:30 a.m. at PHOTO BY NATASHA BARBER the Sauk Rapids Government Good Shepherd Community member John Heintze was Center. presented an Extra Mile award for volunteerism by Sauk
Rapids Mayor Kurt Hunstiger at the council meeting March 27.
were having coffee with me, a mom who had done it before,” Radi said. Amidst checklists for care packages from front and easy tips on what to do for move-in day, Radi writes to help parents understand modeling healthy behaviors. She teaches good communication, mentorship and preparation. Radi also offers answers questions for those parents who are worried of becoming overbearing. “Just because technology is at our Àngertips doesn’t mean our kids need to hear from us 15 times a day,” Radi said. “How much is too much? The answer is actually simple. When it inhibits the growth of the child.” Radi’s goal? To remind parents themselves that the over-arching ultimate goal of all caretakers is healthy young adults who are equipped to function in the real world. She said it is the same goal parents have whether their kids are 5 or 25. But as children age, things change for both parties. “College is not high school,” Radi said. “Parenting a college student doesn’t look or feel the same as parenting a high school student. Not only do the student’s roles and responsibilities change, the parent’s roles and responsibilities do too. It’s hard to grasp that when you are in the thick of parenting. But if you recognize that and remember the goal, it makes for a smoother GRAPHIC SUBMITTED launch for everybody.” Radi’s books can be purchased onKelly Radi’s newly-published book helps parents navigate their child’s Àrst year in college. site at the April 12 presentation, as well as other locations, including online.
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back,” Molitor said. “But as I got to the farm sites, houses, sheds, buildings, equipment— everything was burned. Then it hit me. These people did lose everything. The land and grass will grow back, but these people lost anything and everything, everything they ever had.” Erica Zillmer, of Cleveland, N.D., agreed. “It’s black. It looks like devastation,” said Zillmer, who was making her second trip with her husband Jordan on Saturday. “The houses we saw that were burnt, there is nothing left but the foundation. The town is OK, but everything around the town is black. Everything.” Kay said the desolation is taking an additional mental toll on the people. Winds are creating low visibility, carrying soil and soot at 50 miles per hour. But through it all, the 95 percent cow-calf community is slowly standing. Kay predicted current hay donations could get the community through six months. “It wouldn’t take but
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Ben Skogquist (right), of Princeton, explains the route to Jaci Talberg (front), of Foley, and Jeremiah Schibanski, of St. Francis.
Pattie Bixby (right) and her husband Milo organize the days events March 25. A convoy of donated hay and supplies left Gilman Co-op Creamery that morning.
half an inch of rain, and it wounds,” he said. would make this country look As of Tuesday the weather beautiful and heal a lot of our forecasted 100 percent rain.
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place Thursday afternoon behind the high school. “We are making it as real of a run as we can,” Davis said. “We are going to have the powder, as well as volunteers squirting people with dye. I think the students will have a ton of fun with it.” The week also includes a black light dance on Friday evening. “It’s like a birthday party for Tanner,” Kotcho said. “He would be a senior at the high school this year and many of his friends are students here, as well as being involved with Tanner’s Team, so we will be celebrating Tanner that night. We will end the dance by singing ‘Happy Birthday’ to him.”
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“Having a local, wellknown story like Tanner’s just makes the project that much more personal,” said Ashlyn Kotcho, Wish Week co-chair. “This week will be a great tribute to his legacy.” Student council ofÀcers interviewed the Fuls family on camera, which will be shown to the entire school this week. To help reach their monetary goal, the council is selling bracelets, blankets, activity decals and stars for students to put their names on. The event with the most weight will be the color run that takes
Once student council reaches their $6,500 goal, they get to call Make-A-Wish and start the process of matching with a kid. “We hope to have a child’s story to show the district by the end of the school year, based on the fact that we have enough in donations to make it happen,” said Trisha Bemboom, student council advisor. Student council welcomes donations from the community to help reach their goal. If you would like to donate, contact Trisha Bemboom at trisha. bemboom@isd47.org or 320258-1852. “All the stars aligned to make this week happen,” Bemboom said.
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Relief stories often one-sided Rick Hokanson, Foley
I am writing about a story I read March 9 titled “Life with Cannabis” in the Pulse section of the Sauk Rapids Herald. It proÀled a gentleman who had achieved relief from his chronic pain with the help of medical cannabis. It occurred to me all stories written in various newspapers and proÀled on various news broadcasts, proÀle proudly the people who have managed to achieve pain relief. However, they fail to acknowledge people, like myself, who have tried the treatments without the same results. Since the article speciÀcally mentioned medical cannabis, let me explain brieÁy my history with that medication. When I started taking cannabis, I started by taking a lower dose as recommended and really received no pain relief from it. In fact, I had none of the effects I have read about by people who have been successful. I alerted both my doctor and my Leaf Line pharmacist to the (seemingly) ineffectiveness of the medications, only to Ànd out I hadn’t even gotten to a high enough dose. I was advised to increase my dosage gradually, which I did and began to have other more disturbing effects. I was constantly dizzy, having issues with my balance and began losing large parts of my short-term memory. Both effects made day-to-day living extremely difÀcult. Although several people beneÀt from using medical cannabis, some, like me, don’t get the same positive results. It seems news articles and broadcast stories don’t take people like me into consideration. The stories always seem onesided and focus on the people who get great relief from the medication. The same argument can be made against legislation and insurance rules in place making it more difÀcult for doctors to prescribe opiates. These rules are based on stories by people who have lost family and friends because of opiate abuse or opiate overdose. They do not take into consideration people, like me, who use their pain medication as prescribed and take measures to ensure we don’t abuse our meds or take more than are prescribed. When proÀling any treatment for chronic pain, for every one person who reports getting relief from a treatment like medical cannabis, there are several of us who do not get the same relief. Yet, no one is standing up and writing stories about us. I am happy for the people who, thanks to medical cannabis, Ànally get relief from their pain. I’ve dealt with chronic pain for the better part of 15 years and if a treatment became available that took my pain away, I would be the Àrst in line to try it. It just seems stories about medical cannabis are often one-sided. They focus on the people who got relief and not on the people who didn’t.
This week I have to talk about a hidden gem how the community embraced their culture prior just up the street from our ofÀce. It is a wealth of to political correctness, you need only peer into information; and if you’ve never visited, you’ll the information regarding the parades, pageants be certainly amazed at the knowledge behind and chamber of commerce. its walls. I’m speaking of the Benton County Don’t have your old high school yearbooks Historical Society. and need some photos for a class reunion? Check I normally pop my head into the museum on the historical society, they most likely do. They short notice if I have questions regarding history have copies of maps, scrap books and church of the area or need to collect some photos of BY NATASHA BARBER directories. They can locate headstones in the buildings or community members. It is a great cemeteries across the county. The have historical place to learn. Executive director Mary Ostby summaries both on audio tapes and booklets. has never shied away from a task, and, will not And even have a museum of artifacts tucked in only help to Ànd the information you are seeking, but will a separate room from all the literature. From Àre department often put it into context for you to understand the period or pieces, war memorabilia, items passed down from the many historical value. Ostby, and the volunteers in the building, years of schooling and education in the county and even literally drop everything they are working on and assist in agriculture objects, it’s amazing what you’ll Ànd. Ànding the information you need. The Benton County Historical Society also has a plethora The historical society has Àles and Àles of people and of censuses, newspaper clippings and archives — one of surnames. According to their website, some of the Benton the best resources for Ànding the community’s history (of County last names they have extensive research on are course, I’m biased). From the early days of the Sauk Rapids Artig, BaskÀeld, Bjurnstrom, Bolinski, Bosworth, Brennan, Frontiersman which would one day become the Sauk Rapids Droplewski (Drops), Dziuk, Forschen, Fromelt, Kaproth, Herald, to the Benton County Review, a paper published in Latterell, Lewandowski, Mayman, Mendel, Misho, Pekarek, Rice from 1908-1911, to numerous St. Cloud papers. Peschl, RoÀdal, Russell, Sowa, Studer, Wilson, Wippich, Before coming to the paper, I had seen the building which Wood, Youso and Zawacki. Don’t be disheartened if your sits inconspicuously behind Jimmy’s Pour House and south name wasn’t on the list — mine wasn’t either. But that doesn’t of newly-expanded Manea’s Meats, but I had never set foot mean the team won’t be able to trace anything for you. within its doors. Now I’m thankful I have. It’s become a great In addition to Àles on people, they also have shelves upon resource when pondering about the past. Stop in and see for shelves of binders for buildings, events and businesses. If yourself. you’ve ever wondered about Sauk Rapids Indian Days and
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I write today as a reminder for myself. I forgot Christian culture. Christian culture changes but to cash a check at the bank, that I’m watching my the word of God endures forever, unchanging. If friend’s children while they go to a funeral, that you love God with all your heart, mind and soul Uncle B is staying with us several days, that I and if you love your neighbor, but Ànd yourself need to think before I say, “that’s the stupidest speaking quickly and harshly, remember that out thing I’ve ever heard.” This is all within one of the abundance of the heart our mouth speaks. week. I have a lot of work to do at remembering. It’s time to check your heart and make sure your The most important thing to remember is love Àlling it up with everything (Philippians 4:8). because what I forgot that stung the worst, were Because Proverbs 15:28 tells us, “The heart of the the words I chose to let seep out. Godly thinks carefully before speaking; the mouth Worship, discipleship and evangelism all BY MERCY NYGAARD of the wicked overÁows with evil words.” This is help me to remember love. all to build each other up so we can evangelize Life by Faith We were created in God’s image and created with our neighbors, that we love, who happen to to give Him praise. Worship can be in many forms. not be believers. We can exhibit worship by prayer, song, studying I have a friend who is a missionary and His word, serving unto the Lord, sacriÀcing and by giving. evangelist in our very own town. For over 40 years he has been Worshiping can be found in obeying God’s commandments. going door-to-door and giving a welcome packet to people His Àrst commandment is to love Him and his second is to who have moved into the township. He then asks them if they love your neighbor. Love is the greatest. know how to get to heaven. He told me that over 80 percent of Loving your neighbor has two facets: loving your neighbor people he asks answer him by saying things like, being nice or if he happens to be a believer and loving your neighbor if he going to church or even loving — but they do not know that it happens to not be a believer. The Àrst reÁects discipleship and is through believing in Jesus. Over 80 percent! You just never the second reÁects evangelism. know if someone has heard the Good News. You might see The order is important. The body of Christ, the church, was them getting in their car every Sunday and assuming they have created to build each other up in ediÀcation to help us continue it all together but belief in Jesus is the only ticket and doing to strive to be like Jesus. The Àrst church achieved discipleship anything without love is nothing. through prayer, the Word, fellowship and Communion, Acts Every year, on the Àrst Sunday, our church that my family 2:42. Church’s have their squabbles and Christians disagree, attends goes over these three things. Worship, discipleship and but only because they have forgotten love. There’s a way evangelism. And I pretty much just plucked three-fourths of that seems right to a man. We all mess up on love over and this column from our Vision Sunday message. It is the vision over again because we forget. The word of God is how we God had for His church. The church is not just four walls. It remember. Pride is the sin God hates the most and in order is you and me, placed in this world. Called to worship God, to to lay it down we need to be reminded (in the Bible) daily, meet together as believers and to share the Good News. March and then love rejoices in the truth! Love is glad when truth is just coming to a close and I already needed this eternal prevails. His word is the truth and it is what sets us apart, not reminder. It all starts with love.
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district, or because of unique programming (i.e. immersion). 6. In 2002-03, there were 94 more SRR students attending other school districts than open enrolled students enrolling in the SRR School District, which meant the SRR School District was sending money to other school districts. In 2014-15 however, there were 429 more students open enrolled in the SRR School District than SRR students attending other school districts, which meant other school districts were sending money to the SRR School District. 7. In 2014-15, reports from the Department of Education indicated that open enrolled students joined SRR from more than 22 different Minnesota school districts, including, but not limited to Foley, Holdingford, Rocori, Royalton, Sartell-St. Stephen and St. Cloud. 8. Revenue generated by open enrollment is part of the district’s general budget, which is used to lower class sizes and provide additional programming that would otherwise not be available. Comprehensive information related to enrollment is available on the Sauk Rapids-Rice School District Website at http://www. isd47.org/media/2017/03/2ISD-47-Open-EnrollmentPowerPoint-.pdf
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OBITUARY Belva “Jean” Ott
Belva “Jean” Ott of Pine City passed away Sunday, March 19, 2017, at Golden Horizons at the age of 87. Belva Jean Most was born May 11, 1929, to Phillip and Mary (Morrison) Most in Atlantic, Iowa. Jean attended school in Iowa and North Dakota; she truly loved school and learning. Jean also loved the Àeld of medicine and chose a career as a dental assistant/hygienist. She worked many years for the State of Minnesota at the State School and Hospital in Cambridge. Jean enjoyed gardening and was especially fond of Áowers such as irises, roses and peonies. She also loved to read, complete a challenging puzzle, play cards with family and friends, create new recipes and sewing projects. After retirement she and her husband Mel traveled and loved camping. However,
Belva “Jean” Ott
Mel’s health quickly declined; Jean cared for him at their home until his death. The next chapter in Jean’s life brought her and special friend Ray Ovick together to travel and enjoy each other’s company. Jean is survived by her sons Dennis (Pamela) Ott of Pennsylvania and Duane (Geri W.) Ott of Rice; daughter Julie (Bradley) Peterson of Oakdale; grandchildren: Shawna-Cie (Mike) Nigro,
Shane (Tish) Ott, Bradley Ott, Brian Ott, Erica (Matt) Rokus and Jared (Renae) Peterson; siblings Frederick (Yvonne) Bebensee and Linda Carlson; brother-inlaw Donald Behsman; many other relatives and friends. She is preceded in death by her parents Phillip and Mary Most; husband Melvin Ott; granddaughters Jessica and Amanda; sister Marjorie (Vern) Schusted and Louise Behsman; special friend Ray Ovick; brother-in-law Bruce Carlson. Pastor Glen Kleppe ofÀciated funeral services for Jean Tuesday, March 28 at Zion Lutheran Church in Pine City. Interment took place in Birchwood Cemetery, Pine City. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to: Funeral and Cremation Service of Pine City – Swanson Chapel. www.funeralandcremation service.com.
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Funeral services were 11 a.m. March 27, 2017 at Williams Dingmann Family Funeral Home, Sauk Rapids for Irene E. Leech, 96 of Sauk Rapids who passed away on March 23 at Foley Nursing Center. Burial will be at Evergreen Memorial Gardens in Mahtomedi. Friends and relatives could call one hour prior to services at the funeral home Monday. Irene was born on Dec. 20, 1920 in Sauk Rapids to Fred and Alma (Abraham) Hiltel. Irene graduated from Sauk Rapids High School and went on to become a beautician. She later worked
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as a riveter for Northwest Airlines for a few years during wartimes. She spent 27 years working for 3M. Irene married Leroy Leech on July 19, 1947 at United Church of Christ in Minden Township. She and Leroy lived their
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Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30 a.m. Monday, April 3, 2017, at St. Anthony’s Catholic Church, St. Cloud for Marianne Jancik who died Thursday, March 16 at the Country Manor Health Care Center, Sartell. The Rev. Michael Van Sloun and Rev. Thomas Knoblach will concelebrate. Entombment will be at Assumption Cemetery, St. Cloud. Visitation will be from 4-8 p.m., Sunday, April 2 at the Williams Dingmann Family Funeral Home in St. Cloud and one hour prior to services Monday at the church. Daughters of Isabella will pray at 4 p.m., followed by St. Anthony’s Parish prayers at 5:30 p.m., Sunday. Marianne was born in St. Paul to James and Mary (Bowlin) Flynn. She married Thomas Jancik on Jan. 29, 1955 at St. Mary’s Cathedral, St. Cloud. She worked at Sieverding Signs
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and St. John’s Seminary, as well as being a mother to her four boys. As a member of the St. Anthony community, Marianne was active in the choir, funeral lunch committee, Christian Women, as well as the building committee. In addition, Marianne was a member of the Daughters of Isabella; a former board member of the Willow Creek neighborhood association, and was active in Cub Scouts, Boy Scouts in St. Cloud and the Munsinger/Clemens
married life in North St. Paul. She was a member of St. Mark’s Lutheran Church in North St. Paul. She enjoyed playing cards, crocheting and traveling. She was also a loving caregiver. In 2010, Irene returned to the Sauk Rapids-St. Cloud area. She most recently made her home at Carefree Living in St. Cloud. Survivors include her sister-in-law, Betty Hiltel of Sauk Rapids and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband Leroy in 2006 and brother Fred “Fritz” in 2014. Obituary and guestbook available online: www. williamsdingmann.com.
Botanical Society. She and Tom loved to spend time dancing, playing cards and she loved to sing. Her Irish heritage was important to her. She enjoyed celebrating it with family and friends whenever possible. Survivors include her sons, Tim of St. Cloud; Jim (Gabi) of Eagan; Jon (Lynn) of Inver Grove Heights; Terry (Barb) of Sauk Rapids; sisters and brother, Phyllis Deinema of St. Louis Park; Pat (Tom) Petermeier of Alexandria; Sharon (Gary) Anderson of St. Michael; Terry (Kathy) Flynn of Los Gatos, Calif.; 10 grandchildren and one step grandchild, as well as three step great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, Thomas (Nov. 1, 2015), sister, Donna Schaefer and infant sons, Thomas and Dennis. Memorials are preferred to St. Anthony’s Catholic Church or the Crosier Apostolate.
Public Notices BENTON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS REGULAR MEETING MINUTES MARCH 7, 2017 The Benton County Board of Commissioners met in regular session on March 7, 2017 in the Benton County Board Room in Foley, MN with Commissioners Jake Bauerly, Ed Popp, Spencer Buerkle and Warren Peschl present and Commissioner Jim McMahon absent (excused). Call to order by Chair Peschl was at 9:00 AM followed by the Pledge of Allegiance to the Áag. Buerkle/Popp unanimous to approve the amended agenda: delete Consent Agenda item #2 (approve Collective Bargaining Agreement with Law Enforcement Labor Services, Inc.) No one was present to speak under Open Forum. Popp/Bauerly unanimous to approve the Consent Agenda: 1) approve the Regular Meeting Minutes of February 21, 2017 as written; 3) approve Application for MN Lawful Gambling Exempt Permit—East Central Chapter of MN Deer Hunters Association—to hold a rafÁe on September 8, 2017 at Jack & Jim’s, 11025 Duelm Road NE, Foley; 4) approve Tobacco License Application for SuperAmerica 5032; 5) approve 2017 Solid Waste Hauler Licenses Round II—Pierz Sanitation Inc., Granite City Rolloff, Republic Services/Allied Waste Sauk Rapids, Vanderpoel Disposal— and authorize the Chair to sign; 6) approve Grant with State of Minnesota for Congratulate and Educate Tobacco Compliance Checks, and authorize the Chair to sign; 7) approve 2017 Boat and Water Safety Grant, and authorize the Chair to sign; 8) approve Final Pay Voucher for Project SAP 005-030-004 (Bituminous Overlay Project on CSAH 4, CSAH 6 and CSAH 7) to Knife River Inc., and authorize the Chair to sign; 9) approve Contract for Surveyor Services with Westwood Professionals and authorize the Chair to sign/appoint Jerome Wittstock as the Benton County Surveyor; and 10) approve HIPAA Business Associate Addendum between Benton County and Marsh & McLennan Agency, and authorize the Chair to sign. Chris Byrd, County Engineer, explained that Scenic Acres Plat was approved by the Board in 2007; as part of that plat, an outlot was platted and control of access along County Road 45 was platted across the highway frontage of the outlot. He stated that this outlot was recently sold to a private individual who wishes to build on the outlot; in order to receive highway access to this lot, there needs to be an appropriate break in the access. Byrd indicated that the Public Works department and the landowner have come to agreement on a suitable location for a private entrance. Bauerly/Popp unanimous to adopt Resolution 2017-#9, vacating a portion of the controlled access adjacent to County Road 45, and authorize the Chair to sign. Byrd reported that the bids for Project CP 005-700-017 (bituminous seal coat on CSAH 33 from TH 10 east to CSAH 1, and CR 78 from CSAH 13 to CSAH 2) were opened on March 3rd; four bids were received and the lowest responsible bidder was Asphalt Surface Technologies Corporation. Bauerly/Popp unanimous to award the construction contract for Project CP 005-700-017 to Asphalt Surface Technologies Corporation, as lowest responsible bidder. A status update on 2017 road construction projects was provided by County Engineer Byrd: 1) CSAH 1—mill and overlay, advertising this week, extended project limits to CSAH 29, 3.1 miles total; 2) Bridge Replacement Project on CR 42—“ready to go” if State Bridge Bonding Program funds are awarded, has the lowest deÀciency rating in the county, may be forced to look at utilizing local county funds; 3) CR 13 reclaim—still working on plans (i.e. roadway width), Benton County is receiving about $100,000 in Federal Highway Safety Improvement Project funding for this project; hopefully will get this project advertised and constructed this year; 4) MnDOT has awarded a reclaim project on TH 25 from TH 95 to Foley; Byrd stated there have been no conversations with the State regarding a State detour onto county roads; MnDOT has funds for a mill and overlay project on TH 25 from Foley to Buckman, but no authorization to spend the funds as of yet; 5) Dewey Street reconstruction project in Foley is now planned for 2018 as the City of Foley cannot accommodate this project until 2018; 6) CSAH 22 from CSAH 3 to CSAH 14 near Brennyville—potential wetland impacts have delayed this project—project won’t occur this summer. Popp noted the importance of “looking ahead” on projects so as to avoid delays whenever possible (i.e. CR 78). The Regular County Board meeting was recessed at 9:24 AM to conduct a Human Services Board meeting. The Regular County Board meeting was reconvened at 9:50 AM. Rusty FiÀeld and Jessica Green from Northland Securities appeared before the Board to present the results of the bond sale to refund Benton County 2007A, 2007B and 2008A general obligation bonds. Green reported that ten bids were received; lowest bid was United Bankers’ Bank. She noted that the bond size was downsized from the original estimate of $3,765,000 to $3,590,000; Ànal maturity terms of the new bonds are the same as the original bonds (2023) and average interest rate of the new bonds is 3.00% (the average remaining interest rate of the three bonds being refunded ranged from 3.88% to 4.00%). Green stated a total net debt service reduction of $211,928.39, about $55,000 more than originally anticipated (total net present value savings of $200,631 or 5.11%); this equates to an average annual debt service savings of $35,321.40. She noted that S&P conÀrmed the County’s “AA”/Stable credit rating, reÁecting S&P’s assessment of strong management/ budgetary performance and strong institutional framework. Popp/Buerkle unanimous to adopt Resolution 2017-#10, a Resolution Providing for the Issuance and Sale of $3,590,000 General Obligation Refunding Bonds, Series 2017A, Awarding the Sale of Bonds to United Bankers’ Bank, and authorize the Chair to sign. Monty Headley, County Administrator, explained that the Union representing jail employees has expressed concerns about the County’s tobacco-free policy (100% tobacco-free on all Benton County property effective June 1, 2017); Headley, along with the HR Director, met with representatives of the Union and jail employees on February 23rd and agreed to convey those concerns to the Board and obtain Board feedback and direction. Headley stated their concern that they do not have the Áexibility to leave the county property like other employees do (they must stay in, or very close to, the facility so they can respond to an incident in the jail). He noted several options raised by the employees—1) delay implementation of the policy to allow more time to study and discuss
the policy; and 2) to consider an exception to allow employees in the Sheriff’s OfÀce to continue using the designated smoking areas outside the building. Bauerly inquired of Sheriff Heck’s opinion on this issue. Headley stated his understanding that the Sheriff had similar concerns about the ability of his employees to leave the premises during their work shift. Peschl commented “…if we are going to alter our policy, then we shouldn’t have one…we made a policy and we should stand by that policy…” Following brief discussion, there was consensus of the Board to ask Sheriff Heck to attend a future meeting of the Board to address this issue. Referring to the space needs issues in Human Services, Headley requested Board direction regarding the vacant building in the Foley Industrial Park. Popp stated his belief that this building would serve the county’s needs very well. Bob Cornelius, Human Services Director, stated his belief that while staff may not favor a move to this building, something needs to be done for the safety of the employees. Buerkle stated his belief that purchasing this property is a “low risk option”. Peschl agreed that the safety of the employees needs to be addressed; he could support purchase of the Foley Industrial Park building. Headley asked if the Board would like staff to move forward with the hiring of an estimator to develop cost estimates to renovate this building, or to proceed with discussions with Frandsen Bank about acquiring the building. Buerkle noted that the previously-discussed option of potentially moving staff to an East St. Cloud location “will always be much more expensive than staying here”. Board consensus to move forward with asking Winkelman Building Corp to develop a preliminary estimate to remodel and equip this building (with input from Human Services staff); this information will be brought back to the Board for further direction. During the discussion, it was noted that other space options had been explored and excluded. Headley noted that once space is freed up in Human Services by movement of employees to the Foley Industrial Park building, that space can be remodeled to create areas where staff can meet with clients outside of their ofÀces (address safety concerns). Popp/Buerkle unanimous to appoint Roxanne Achman as Department of Development Director, as recommended by the Director Selection Committee; salary to be set at Grade 16, Step 5, with a vacation accrual rate of 27 days per year PTO. Headley indicated a proposed start date of April 3, 2017. He expressed appreciation to Sean Moe, who is currently serving as interim Department of Development Director, and is “doing a great job”. Jim Whitcomb, Property Management Director, explained that the current contract with MSDSonline to use their online Safety Data Sheet system will expire March 15, 2017; MSDSonline has worked well for the Property Management and Public Works Departments and staff would like to enter a three-year contract with them (annual cost of $2,399 to be shared equally between Property Management and Public Works). In referencing the concerns expressed by Assistant County Attorney, Michelle Meyer, in a memo dated January 26th, Whitcomb noted that the contract being proposed is the same contract the Board approved a year ago; he did not attempt to re-negotiate these concerns with MSDSonline. Following brief discussion, Buerkle/Popp unanimous to approve the Master Subscription Agreement with MSDSonline for the period 3/15/2017-3/24/2020, and authorize the Chair to sign. Steve Stang, IT Director, reported that, at the MnCCC annual membership meeting, the membership approved new bylaws and a new joint powers agreement; today’s request is for Board approval of the updated joint powers agreement. In referencing the concerns expressed by Assistant County Attorney, Michelle Meyer, in her memo of August 31st, Stang noted MnCCC’s comment that they will take those suggestions into consideration as they update these documents in the future. Buerkle/Popp unanimous to approve the updated Joint Powers Agreement with MnCCC, and authorize the Chair to sign. Administrator Headley stated that the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has indicated its desire to extend a lease agreement with Benton County for a canoe campsite on an island in the Mississippi River; the DNR previously held a ten-year lease for this site and wishes to renew the agreement. Headley pointed out that the County Board had previously discussed this property and noted there was interest by the Rice Sportsmans Club in purchasing the land; the County could sell the property, although disposition must occur through a public auction. Buerkle inquired if the DNR assumes liability with a lease. Michelle Meyer, Assistant County Attorney, noted that, per the grant agreement, each party is responsible for their own actions; all liability limitations would apply with regard to the tort liability caps. Popp indicated that the Rice Sportsmans Club is still interested in this property; personally, he would prefer they be given the Àrst opportunity. Headley noted that the county could not negotiate a private sale; the property must be disposed through public auction. Peschl inquired if the Rice Sportsmans Club would be interested in leasing the property (leasing does not need to go through a bid process if under a certain dollar amount). Board consensus that Headley contact the Rice Sportsmans Club to determine their interest in leasing the property and, if so, at what rate. Board members reported on recent meetings they attended on behalf of the county. Popp/Bauerly unanimous to set Committees of the Whole: March 16, Department Head Goal-Setting Session (Rescheduled from March 9); and March 30, Benton Economic Partnership Quarterly Meeting. Headley noted that discussion on the buffer law enforcement issue will be on the agenda of the March 21st County Board meeting. Buerkle/Popp unanimous to adjourn at 10:48 AM. Warren J. Peschl, Jr., Chair Benton County Board of Commissioners ATTEST: Montgomery Headley Benton County Administrator Published Mar. 28, 2017 R-13-1B
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Jordan Allen, a sophomore at the school, was part of a group who created a Chinese dragon, complete with a Àre-extinguisher panting mouth. Its name was Puff, and six people paraded the animal around the gymnasium during the showcase event last Friday. Allen was surprised at the success of the life-sized puppet. “It was really cool coming together and putting together something like this, especially out of the materials we used,” Allen said. L u t t e r- G a r d e l l a ’s intention is to teach students value of resources, as well as how to improvise. “The goal is to cultivate a sense of value of material and show its worth, and also marvel at how beautiful it is. Screen is perfect for the body itself,” said Lutter-Gardella,
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referencing the dragon. “You can be inside, see all around you, breathe, paint it and it’s light weight. Materials have all these qualities as applied to artistic practice that are really fun to discover.” He added. “The value of being able to improvise with what you have on hand is worth a lifetime,” he said. “When you get to any profession or whatever you are going to PHOTOS BY NATASHA BARBER do in life, if you can have Benton-Stearns Voyagers junior Samuel Jeffries, of Little Falls, paints his hand-held puppet the capacity to improvise “Spanky McGee.” The art was created from plastic bottles, tissue paper and nylon mesh. with what you have and solve problems it’s worth a fortune.” Foley resident Kyle Midas works on a Chinese But the Benton-Stearns dragon named Puff during an artist-in-residence Voyagers students weren’t project at Benton-Stearns Voyagers school in the only ones learning Sauk Rapids. through the artist-inresidence visit. “Kids put things together in particular ways I often don’t ever think of,” Lutter-Gardella said. “It’s fun to see what we can learn from kids about how they see the world. Kids, by nature, improvise. It is adults who forget.”
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SAUK RAPIDS – Maggie Gross has a green thumb, something that isn’t a secret to those who know her. “I’ve been gardening at least since the ‘80s,” Gross said. “Marlene is really the one that got me interested in it, but I’ve just never stopped. I love to see things grow.” Both Marlene Haider and Gross have been growing flowers and vegetables at home. One day, Gross was walking through Prairie Lane Park in Sauk Rapids when she noticed it needed to be cleaned up. “Some of the city workers caught me trimming branches and weeding. Rather than telling me to stop, they hired me as the city gardener,” Gross said with a laugh. Gross tended the flower beds throughout the city for six years before the current gardener, Theresa Stang, took over. “It was a lot of work, but it was always enjoyable,”
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Marlene Haider and Maggie Gross have helped make Sauk Rapids a welcoming place by tending to the many Áower beds throughout the city. The two are also avid gardeners in their own yards.
Gross said. “It was fun to see what came back each year.” Flowers like salvia, black-eyed susan, honeysuckle and spirea are commonly found in city of Sauk Rapids gardens. “Those are among the hardiest plants for Minnesota weather,” Haider said. “They always come up in the spring really healthy.” When a plant doesn’t make it through the winter, Haider, Gross and other
gardeners around the town step in. “I’ve donated many plants to the city gardens,” Haider said. “I don’t like to see empty spots in the beds and this way, my plants can bring joy to many other people too. Gross took care of many different gardens while working for the city – Municipal Park, the beds along Benton Drive, the city hall, the fire hall, Prairie Lane Park and the gardens
in the middle of the roundabouts just to name some. “I started with the city before Benton Drive was finished,” Gross said. “It was a lot of fun to plant those for the first time.” Haider and Gross also recall rescuing plants from the construction area along Second Street. “The homes were being
How feng shui can help your home and in turn yourself BY NATASHA BARBER STAFF WRITER
RICE — Feng shui, according to the dictionary, is a Chinese practice in which a structure or site is chosen or configured to harmonize with the spiritual forces that inhabit it. But the concept can be simplified from its textbook definition. Marla Waseka, owner of Graceful Spaces, LLC, said feng shui is about City in bloom: page 5B energy. “The whole idea with feng shui is that you want energy to meander through your home. If it is blocked, it becomes stagnant,” said Waseka, who is a certified feng shui consultant. “We are energy, we put off energy and our energy affects those around us and the structures we live in. The energy we give off permeates the walls, the furniture and all the objects within it.” Waseka explained that PHOTO SUBMITTED when people walk into a Haider and Gross have helped with Sauk Rapids Municipal room where others are Park. Each year, they arguing, they instinctively brainstorm what new Áowers can feel tension. The idiom, they can add to make the beds “you could cut the air with a more vibrant. knife” already recognizes
that concept. The negative energy has been displaced from the body into the space. It doesn’t stop there. Likewise the objects, furnishings and even structure of a space can also project energy onto those inhabiting. A beautiful heirloom lamp could physically occupy a space and create good feelings for those without emotional attachment, but it could also do harm for someone who looks at the piece and carries resentment of a failed relationship. “That space and those items can also affect our energy,” Waseka said. “Therefore, feng shui is about making our homes sanctuaries which love and support the people who reside within them. The theory of feng shui goes beyond understanding the projection of energy. It suggests things can be adjusted within a space or home to turn it into an energy magnet. If you do things to enhance any area of your home, you’ll start to
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Step No. 2 – the Bagua map and research Minimalize and create the elements and colors intention. which coincide with the Even from an interior practice, Waseka recommended a few small design point, less is often steps for beginners looking more. “The eye needs a place to improve the energy within to rest so the idea we should their spaces. fill our homes with all kinds of stuff goes against the Step No. 1 – Declutter, clean and let the energy concept of feng shui,” Waseka said. flow. But you don’t want the As much of a no-brainer as it may seem, most people energy to move so fast it is have cob-webs and clutter. sucked right out the back These spaces no only collect door. Intentionally place dust, but they stall the energy items to create a good pathway for energy to flow, flow in a room as well. minimalize your “Spring is here, and it and would be a good time to furnishings with well-built open the doors and windows quality items that are and do a real spring clean,” pleasing to you, the Waseka said. “It’s not an old homeowner, not the guest. “If it makes you feel wives’ tale. It really is a good good and it looks good to thing to clear energy.” Waseka added that the you, then it’s going to be phrase out of sight, does not pleasing to you,” she said. mean it is out of mind. A “That’s good energy.” closed door to a room with Step No. 3 – Do it all piles of clutter still weighs again. on a person as unfinished “Life still happens. business. “It’s draining,” she said. People have dust,” Waseka “It’s a to-do on the list. said. “An important thing to People will scoff at the idea remember is that you can’t and comment that a junk do it once and think you’re drawer is a junk drawer, but done. Stuff comes in and talk to someone after they’ve you still need to organize. cleaned out their junk It’s like exercise, you can’t drawer. See how excited do it once and expect results.” they are.”
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RICE — Minnesota winters can leave community members longing for the outdoors. When dawn turns to dusk and the day’s responsibilities drift away, there are few things more relaxing than friendship which surrounds a recreational fire. In that unspoiled setting, the last thing people want is to be given the cold shoulder — literally. Moving your lawn chair near and then far; and turning around completely from face-toface communication can be a pain. But what does one do? The hot, then cold, comes with bonfire territory. Until now. John Hlebaen, of Rice, has developed Heat Surround, a patent-pending wood fire heat system. “I always thought it would be a good idea to try and get the heat from the fire around to the back side of people as well,” Hlebaen said. “You get the hot-cold effect where your front is hot and your back is cold. I knew the solution was there. It was just a matter of figuring it out.” Figure it out he did. Hlebaen can’t remember exactly what tripped the switch to the light bulb in his head. But he believes the idea came to him last June when he was sitting around a fire and someone spilled their beverage on the fire ring. “It sizzled,” he said. “That ring was hot. The heat was there; I needed to capture it somehow.” Heat Surround is a sixvent fire system installed beneath the ground. The forced-air unit propels ambient air through pipes
or farther distance than the installation and happy traditional 5-foot design. It customers, Hlebaen intends teach landscape can even be designed to to have vents located within professionals technique and retaining walls. Heat from will visit sites during the system can reach 120 installation if necessary. He degrees or higher and is also plans to demonstrate his regulated through multiple product at his Rice Trails ways including through vent End Taxidermy business louvers, the size of the fire April 12, 19 and 26. Hlebaen and the speed of the fan. also plans on attending a The four models, designed casting call in June for with different grade television’s “Shark Tank” to materials, come as a give his product national complete hardware package exposure. Overall, Hlebaen said and can be installed by landscapers or the property the response to his invention has been positive. He has set owner themselves. Heat Surround is up booths at a handful of protected by patent-pending home and garden shows in laws, but Hlebaen said the the past months. “The response has been most difficult part in his process has been creating an overwhelming,” Hlebaen instruction manual for said. “Nobody has told me it is a poor idea yet.” installation. More information on “That was probably the PHOTO BY NATASHA BARBER toughest part, trying to Hlebaen’s invention can be John Hlebaen, of Rice, has invented a wood-Àre forced air system called Heat Surround. make sure everything was in found at http://heatsurround. order so people don’t do a com and on Facebook. where it circulates around thermodynamics would Vents are customizable and step backwards,” he said. In order to ensure proper the inside of a hollow ring prevail. They did, but not to can be positioned at a closer and out strategically placed the full extent of Hlebaen’s vents. It displaces the radiant wishes. heat which otherwise would “You stood over the be exuding into the ground, vent, and there wasn’t any and sends it directly beneath air volume. If you held your or aside fire-goers’ seats. hand right to the grass; it There is no need for constant was warm, but it wasn’t rearranging and shifting to getting the heat above three feel the warmth on every inches off the ground. That’s side. Heat Surround does when I thought of the fan,” exactly what its name Hlebaen said. suggests — it surrounds the After installing an area with heat. electrical fan and thinking Fabrication of a two- his idea through, Hlebaen walled fire ring was the first drew a sketch and enlisted step in the creation process. the expertise of fire pit and “The void inside would place entrepreneurs, as well heat up. I knew I had my as landscape professionals heat source. Then it was a to see if his invention would matter of how to get the heat be a good investment. People to come behind you,” he from both industries agreed said. it was marketable. Hlebaen’s first trials Because the air never failed. He knew heat comes into direct contact naturally rose, so he placed with the fire itself, the air PHOTO SUBMITTED the underground piping at an projected from Heat A display model explains the piped system which is installed beneath ground. angle, assuming the laws of Surround is smoke-free.
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SAUK RAPIDS – Houses in the Sauk Rapids area have been circulating the market quickly, selling in as little as a day. “The market has really picked up,” said Sam Lieser, real estate agent for Godzala Brenny Real Estate/Edina Realty. “Home prices are up 12 percent, but inventory is down 45 percent. That tells you how fast things are moving.” Lieser feels one of the key aspects to a quick and successful sale, or purchase, is having a knowledgeable agent. “As a seller, you want an agent who is going to list your home and help you negotiate a fair price,” Lieser said. “As a buyer, you want an agent who isn’t only going to tell you what you want to hear. You need someone who will tell you the good, the bad and the ugly about any property you may be interested in.” Lieser has tips for preparing a home for market: • When you have photos taken of your home, make sure they are professionally taken. It makes your home much more appealing. Your agents or professional photographers will get the best angles to make the pictures pop. • In your photos, show your space to the fullest. If you have things cluttering your rooms that you don’t often use, remove them or
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put them in storage spaces. It will make the room seem larger, which will give you a better chance of catching the eye of buyers. • When your home is for sale, marketing and exposure should be done effectively in order for several buyers to see the listing and proper photos. • Upgrades to your home before putting it on the market can be a positive for buyers, but not extensively. If you would go spend $5,000 to remodel a bathroom before putting your home up for sale, you most likely won’t get $5,000 back. Lieser also sees a strong buyers’ market currently. “Even though homes are moving fast, buyers are at a good place too,” Lieser said.
“Interest rates are still very low right now, but rates are expected to increase.” He also has tips for buyers: • You want an agent who can get you a showing and help you get offers in quickly. Speed is key in today’s market. You should expect multiple offers on a home, so your agent should be narrowing down a price that’s fair, yet will be considered by the seller. The seller, like anyone, will go for the offer that puts the most money in his or her pocket. • A conventional loan is the easiest for the appraisal and selling process. Sellers and their agents typically prefer to work with buyers who have conventional loans. • On occasion, sellers take perks, like written letters explaining a buyer’s family and situation, into account when selling their home. When speaking to potential sellers, Lieser often hears the same thing. “People always tell me they are waiting for spring or summer to put their home on the market,” Lieser said. “I always tell them that there is no time like the present, especially with the way the market is now. Sometimes, the sellers also have concerns about finding a new home if they sell theirs. My advice is to find a family member to stay with or rent an apartment for a couple months. It will allow for more time in the search for their next home, rather than rushing it. As a buyer, you will be much happier knowing you didn’t rush the process.”
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NOTICE OF SPECIAL ELECTION INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT NO.47 (SAUK RAPIDS-RICE PUBLIC SCHOOLS) STATE OF MINNESOTA
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NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that a special election has been called and will be held in and for Independent School District No. 47 (Sauk Rapids-Rice Public Schools), State of Minnesota, on Tuesday, the 23rd day of May, 2017 for the purpose of voting on the following questions:
Instructions to Voters: To vote, completely fill in the oval(s) next to your choice(s) like this:
To vote for a question, fill in the oval next to the word "Yes" on that question. To vote against a question, fill in the oval next to the word "No" on that question.
SCHOOL DISTRICT BALLOT QUESTION 1 APPROVAL OF SCHOOL BUILDING BONDS SECURITY, LEARNING SPACES, ATHLETIC FACILITIES YES NO
Shall the School Board of Independent School District No. 47 (Sauk Rapids-Rice), Minnesota, be authorized to issue general obligation school building bonds in an amount not to exceed $56,945,000, for acquisition and betterment of school facilities, including security and accessibility improvements to all district sites and facilities, construction of a new elementary school, athletic facilities at Sauk Rapids-Rice High School, and expanded early childhood learning space for Hillside Early Childhood Center and Rice Elementary School?
BY VOTING “YES” ON THIS BALLOT QUESTION, YOU ARE VOTING FOR A PROPERTY TAX INCREASE SCHOOL DISTRICT BALLOT QUESTION 2 APPROVAL OF SCHOOL BUILDING BONDS PLEASANTVIEW ELEMENTARY RECONSTRUCTION
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demolished to make room for the wider road and we couldn’t let those plants get hurt,” Haider said. “The two of us spent some time out there. We rescued a lot of plants, some of which are in our gardens and others that are in gardens around the city.” The work Gross and Haider do for the city reflects in their own gardens. “I’ve tried a lot of things in my gardens, but Marlene has tried even more,” Gross said. Haider feels she has tried planting just about everything anyone can think of. “I’ve planted all sorts of fruits and veggies and countless varieties of plants and flowers,” Haider said. “It’s helped us in tending the city gardens because you learn what will stand the test of time and what isn’t worth putting into the gardens. It’s really a learning experience.” One of the most unique things Haider currently has is a monarch garden. “I have a garden full of milkweed right now,” Haider said. “I help the monarch lab at the University of Minnesota with research on monarch patterns. Besides my garden, the city is also really good about having pollinator plants throughout their beds to help out the bees and butterflies.” As the plants come up this spring and bloom this summer and fall, Haider and Gross have one goal. “We are here to make Sauk Rapids look good,” Gross said. “We want people to stop and smell the flowers and to feel welcome here.”
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If Ballot Question 1 above is approved, shall the School Board of Independent School District No. 47 (Sauk Rapids-Rice), Minnesota, be authorized to issue general obligation school building bonds in an amount not to exceed $30,020,000, for acquisition and betterment of school facilities, including reconstruction of Pleasantview Elementary School in its current location?
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The polling places and precincts served by the polling places for the special election will be as follows:
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Mississippi Heights Elementary 1003 4th Street South Sauk Rapids, Minnesota 56379
City of Sauk Rapids, Precincts 1 and 2 City of St. Cloud Ward II, Precincts 1 and 4
Pleasantview Elementary 1009 6th Avenue North Sauk Rapids, Minnesota 56379
City of Sartell, Precinct 2 City of Sauk Rapids, Precincts 3 and 4
Rice Elementary 200 North East Third Avenue Rice, Minnesota 56367
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Sauk Rapids-Rice High School 1835 Osauka Road North East Sauk Rapids, Minnesota 56379
Mayhew Lake Township Minden Township, Precincts 1 and 2 Watab Township Sauk Rapids Township City of Sauk Rapids, Precincts 5 and 6
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R12-2 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE IN WHICH under section 580.23 is 11:59 NOTICE IS HEREBY COUNTY p.m. on October 18, 2017, unless GIVEN THE RIGHT TO PROPERTY IS LOCATED: VERIFICATION OF THE Benton that date falls on a weekend or PRINCIPAL legal holiday, in which case it is DEBT AND IDENTITY OF ORIGINAL the next weekday, and unless the THE ORIGINAL CREDITOR AMOUNT OF MORTGAGE: redemption period is reduced WITHIN THE TIME $155,000.00 DUE AND to 5 weeks under MN Stat. Secs. PROVIDED BY LAW IS AMOUNT NOT AFFECTED BY THIS CLAIMED TO BE DUE 580.07 or 582.032. AS OF DATE OF NOTICE, MORTGAGOR(S) RELEASED ACTION. FINANCIAL NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, INCLUDING TAXES, IF ANY, FROM OBLIGATION ON that default has occurred in PAID BY MORTGAGEE: MORTGAGE:None conditions of the following $151,970.17 That prior to the commencement “THE TIME ALLOWED BY described mortgage: of this mortgage foreclosure LAW FOR REDEMPTION BY DATE OF MORTGAGE: proceeding Mortgagee/ THE MORTGAGOR, THE March 23, 2009 Assignee of Mortgagee complied MORTGAGOR’S PERSONAL MORTGAGOR: Spirea are grown for their small, but profuse Áowers in spring Scott E. Bjerke, a single person. with all notice requirements R E P R E S E N T A T I V E S as required by statute; That no OR ASSIGNS, MAY BE MORTGAGEE: and summer. Mortgage Electronic Registration action or proceeding has been REDUCED TO FIVE WEEKS instituted at law or otherwise to IF A JUDICIAL ORDER Systems, Inc. DATE AND PLACE OF recover the debt secured by said IS ENTERED UNDER RECORDING: Recorded mortgage, or any part thereof; MINNESOTA STATUTES, March 30, 2009 Benton County PURSUANT to the power of SECTION 582.032, Recorder, Document No. A sale contained in said mortgage, DETERMINING, AMONG the above described property OTHER THINGS, THAT THE 364721. ASSIGNMENTS OF will be sold by the Sheriff of said MORTGAGED PREMISES MORTGAGE: Assigned to: county as follows: ARE IMPROVED WITH A JPMorgan Chase Bank, National DATE AND TIME OF SALE: RESIDENTIAL DWELLING Association. Dated September April 18, 2017 at 10:00 AM OF LESS THAN FIVE UNITS, NOT PROPERTY 26, 2011 Recorded October 5, PLACE OF SALE: B e n t o n ARE 2011, as Document No. 384141. County Sheriff ’s Office, 581 USED IN AGRICULTURAL TRANSACTION AGENT: Highway 23 Northeast Foley, PRODUCTION, AND ARE Excavating Services Septic Installation ABANDONED.” Mortgage Electronic MN • Site preparation • Line excavation to pay the debt then secured by Dated: February 13, 2017 Registration Systems, Inc. JPMorgan Chase Bank, T R A N S A C T I O N said Mortgage, and taxes, if any, & installation • Driveways National Association AGENT’S MORTGAGE on said premises, and the costs • Foundation preparation • Line repair Mortgagee/Assignee of I D E N T I F I C A T I O N and disbursements, including • Water lines • Tank installation Mortgagee NUMBER ON MORTGAGE: attorneys’ fees allowed by law subject to redemption within USSET, WEINGARDEN AND 100073981406573874 • Septic lines • Aggregate and fill dirt LIEBO, P.L.L.P. LENDER OR BROKER AND six (6) months from the date of • Land clearing Attorneys for Mortgagee/ MORTGAGE ORIGINATOR said sale by the mortgagor(s), Assignee of Mortgagee STATED ON MORTGAGE: their personal representatives 4500 Park Glen Road #300 Bremer Bank, National or assigns unless reduced to Five (5) weeks under MN Stat. Minneapolis, MN 55416 Association (952) 925-6888 RESIDENTIAL MORTGAGE §580.07. 30 - 17-001204 FC SERVICER: JPMorgan Chase TIME AND DATE TO VACATE PROPERTY: If the THIS IS A Bank, National Association MORTGAGED PROPERTY real estate is an owner-occupied, COMMUNICATION FROM A DEBT COLLECTOR. ADDRESS: 321 Norman single-family dwelling, unless H-8-6B Avenue South, Foley, MN 56329 otherwise provided by law, the TAX PARCEL I.D. #: 130071500 date on or before which the LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF mortgagor(s) must vacate the PROPERTY: property if the mortgage is not Lot 2 and Lot 3, Block 1, The reinstated under section 580.30 Johnson Triangle, Benton or the property is not redeemed County, Minnesota.
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Track teams ready for season by ANNA SALDANA STAFF WRITER
With warmer weather comes outside practice and the Àrst spring meets of the year for track and Àeld. “We have a lot of hardworking returners, so I think it will be a great start to the season,” said Loren Finlayson, head coach for the girls team. Between the boys and the girls, the team only graduated a handful of seniors last spring – Kristen Petron, Ian Galligan,
Jared Timm, Dean Marlin, Richard Carriveau, Paige Folkerts, Isabella Molski and Brooke Butkowski among them. “They were all strong team players for us,” Finlayson said. With the Àrst meet coming up on Saturday, the teams are hard at work. “Our teams are ready to go,” said Rod Fuchs, head coach for the boys team. “Everyone has been working hard at practice the last couple weeks and they are ready to
storm into the season.” The two coaches are looking to their seniors to be good leaders, but also want the team to support each other. “The leadership and the support are our two main areas of focus as we start the season,” Finlayson said. “Once we are a cohesive, supportive and responsible team, everything else will fall into place.” As the team begins the season, the coaches are watching some of their strongest returners.
Let’s play ball! Baseball has always been one of my favorite sports. After all, what could be more thrilling than a crack of a bat or a diving catch by an outÀelder? My love for baseball started early in life, when I clapped my hands as the crowd cheered through my TV screen, when I ran in circles like the players rounding the diamond. I was three years old at the time, and my love for baseball came from my Papa John. I’ve heard all the stories as I’ve grown up – all the phone calls I made or Papa made to me, asking to come over and watch the Twins game with him. We spent countless hours together, me sitting on his lap, watching games and eating popcorn. One would think I couldn’t remember much from when I was so young,
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but those are my fondest memories with him. I also remember him playing catch with me in the yard, standing only a few feet from me and tossing that plastic ball to me like I was making a catch in the outÀeld. Once my brothers were born and old enough to hold a bat straight and run around in circles, we were out in the front yard with plastic balls and bats. I remember getting mad at them when they didn’t “do it right.” But that’s another thing my Papa taught me in
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terms of baseball – patience. From the time my brothers were young, they’ve been playing baseball. Andrew played until he was in middle school. Jack started playing when he was 5 and still plays. In fact, Jack was so good when he was in little league he got bumped up to play with Andrew on his team. With spring sports starting up, I’m getting overly excited to be on the sidelines of a ball game. I’ve grown to love all sports, but baseball has always had my constant following. This season is going to be even more special for me, as Jack will be playing varsity, and I will be able to attend even more of his games than in past years. Each game I watch, my mind somehow works its way back to sitting in front of the TV with my Papa, who has been gone since 2003. I think I would give anything for him to be on the sidelines watching Jack play and talking the plays over with me by his side. I will be standing on the sidelines April 4, a camera in my hand, a smile on my face, and a tear in my heart as I think of my Papa and how excited he would be for another ball season. “Look at me, Papa. I understand the game now.” Rest in peace, Papa. I love you.
“We have a ton of kids with lots of potential,” Fuchs said. “Jaden Newbanks took fourth in our section last year for pole vaulting. Logan Leavey, Daunte Keller, Alex Torvik and Sam Ringger will also be great performers for us.” Finlayson said he has too many strong athletes to list. “Our whole team should do great,” Finlayson said. “We have too many girls to list them off. The team competes April 1 at St. John’s University.
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SAUK RAPIDS TOWNSHIP/CITY OF SAUK RAPIDS PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE The Sauk Rapids Township/City of Sauk Rapids Joint Planning Board will meet on April 13, 2017 at 6:00 p.m. or as soon thereafter as possible, at the Sauk Rapids Government Center, 250 Summit Avenue North to consider the following matters that require a public hearing. APPLICANT Highlights Sauk Rapids Township/City of Sauk Rapids Joint Planning Mike Alexander – 660 Board Greg Steinkopf – 643 PURPOSE Aaron Schultz – 643 To consider the adoption of an ordinance establishing stanKyle Emmerich – 623 dards for solar projects in the Sauk Rapids Township/City of Gary Petty – 622 Sauk Rapids Orderly Annexation Area. Corey Brown – 606 Any person desiring to comment on these matters is invited Lyle Nelson - 604 to do so in writing or orally at the time of the public hearing. Any questions or to obtain a copy of the proposed ordinance, contact Todd Schultz at the Sauk Rapids Government Center at (320) 258-5315 during normal business hours. Published in the Sauk Rapids Herald on Thursday, March 30, Notice of Organizational meeting for Sauk Rapids Township The Sauk Rapids Township Board will hold an Organization2017 al meeting along with their regular meeting at 7:00 P.M. on MonR-13-1B day April 3, 2017 at the Sauk Rapids Township Hall Dated march 20nd, 2017 CERTIFICATE OF ASSUMED NAME Tina Douvier Clerk Minnesota Statutes Chapter 333 Sauk Rapids Township (1) The exact name under which the business is or will be R-12-2B conducted is: Graceview Townhomes (2) The address of the principal place of business is: 140 75th ASSESSMENT NOTICE Street NE, Rice, MN 56367 USA Important Information Regarding Property Assessments (3) List the name and complete street address of all persons This may affect your 2018 property taxes conducting business under the above Assumed Name, OR if an The Board of Appeal and Equilization for Minden Townentity, provide the legal corporate, LLC, or Limited Partnership name and registered ofÀce address: Julie P Johnson, 140 75th ship in Benton County, Minnesota will meet on Wednesday, Street NE, Rice, MN 56367 United States and Kevin L Johnson, April 12th, 2017, 2:30 p.m., at Minden Township Hall. The purpose of this meeting is to determine whether property in the 140 75th Street NE, Rice, MN 56367 USA (4) By typing my name, I, the undersigned, certify that I am jurisdiction has been properly valued and classiÀed by the assessigning this document as the person whose signature is required, sor. If you believe the value or classiÀcation of your property is or as agent of the person(s) whose signature would be required who has authorized me to sign this document on his/her behalf, incorrect, please contact your assessor’s ofÀce to discuss your or in both capacities. I further certify that I have completed all re- concerns. If you disagree with the valuation or classiÀcation after quired Àelds, and that the information in this document is true and discussing it with your assessor, you may appear before the local correct and in compliance with the applicable chapter of Minne- board of appeal and equalization. The board will review your assota Statutes. I understand that by signing this document I am sessments and may make corrections as needed. Generally, you subject to the penalties of perjury as set forth in Section 609.48 as must appeal to the local board before appealing to the county board of appeal and equalization. if I had signed this document under oath. Given under my hand this 23rd day of March, 2017, Julie P Johnson Glenice Mehrwerth 03/01/2017 Clerk/Administrator of the Township of Minden R-13-2B R-13-2B ASSESSMENT NOTICE Important Information Regarding Property Assessments ASSESSMENT NOTICE This may affect your 2018 property taxes Important Information Regarding Property Assessments This may affect your 2018 property taxes The Board of Appeal and Equilization for Mayhew Lake Township in Benton County, Minnesota will meet on Monday, The Board of Appeal and Equilization for Watab Township April 3rd, 2017, 9:30 a.m., at Mayhew Lake Township Hall. in Benton County, Minnesota will meet on Tuesday, April The purpose of this meeting is to determine whether property in 11th, 2017, 2:30 p.m., at Watab Township Hall. The purpose of the jurisdiction has been properly valued and classiÀed by the this meeting is to determine whether property in the jurisdiction assessor. has been properly valued and classiÀed by the assessor. If you believe the value or classiÀcation of your property is If you believe the value or classiÀcation of your property is incorrect, please contact your assessor’s ofÀce to discuss your incorrect, please contact your assessor’s ofÀce to discuss your concerns. If you disagree with the valuation or classiÀcation after concerns. If you disagree with the valuation or classiÀcation after discussing it with your assessor, you may appear before the local discussing it with your assessor, you may appear before the local board of appeal and equalization. The board will review your as- board of appeal and equalization. The board will review your assessments and may make corrections as needed. Generally, you sessments and may make corrections as needed. Generally, you must appeal to the local board before appealing to the county must appeal to the local board before appealing to the county board of appeal and equalization. board of appeal and equalization. Given under my hand this 14th day of March, 2017, Given under my hand this 7th day of March, 2017, Lawrence Thell Patricia Spence Clerk/Administrator of the Township of Mayhew Lake Clerk/Administrator of the Township of Watab R-13-1B R-13-2B
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Monday, March 6, 2017 BOARD CONSENT/WORK STUDY SESSION SRRHS Board Conference Room E226 5:30 p.m.
ROLL CALL Members present included Braun, Butkowski, Hauck, Holthaus, Morse, Rogholt, and Solarz. Others present were Superintendent Bittman, Business Manager Eisenschenk, Director of Teaching and Learning Bushman. APPROVAL OF MEETING AGENDA A motion was made by Braun, seconded by Rogholt and unanimously carried to approve the meeting’s “Agenda.” APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA A motion was made by Rogholt, seconded by Holthaus and unanimously carried to approve the meeting’s Consent “Agenda.” WORK STUDY Benton County Presentation: Budget: Strategic Planning: ADJOURNMENT With no further business appearing before the Board, a motion was made by Morse, seconded by Solarz and unanimously carried to adjourn the meeting at 8:11 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Lisa J. Braun, Board of Education Clerk Sauk Rapids-Rice ISD 47 R-13-1B NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE (14), Township THE RIGHT TO Fourteen VERIFICATION OF THE Thirty-six (36) North, Range DEBT AND IDENTITY OF Thirty-one (31) West, Forth THE ORIGINAL CREDITOR Principal Meridian, Benton WITHIN THE TIME County, Minnesota, Described PROVIDED BY LAW IS as follows: Commencing at the NOT AFFECTED BY THIS Northeast corner of said South half of the Southeast Quarter ACTION. of the Northeast Quarter (S1/2 Date: March 20, 2017 YOU ARE NOTIFIED THAT: SE1/4 NE1/4); thence South 1. Default has occurred in 00 degrees 28 minutes 21 the conditions of that certain seconds East on an assumed Mortgage dated September 27, bearing along the East line 2005, executed by NORBERT of said Section Fourteen (14) FRIEDMAN AND PATRICIA a distance of 112.64 feet to FRIEDMAN, husband and wife, the point of beginning of the as joint tenants, whose address is tract to be described; thence 3052 Quarry Road, Sauk Rapids, continue South 00 degrees 28 MN 56379, as mortgagors, to minutes 21 seconds East along ST. STEPHEN STATE BANK, said East line 189.07 feet; thence as mortgagee, and filed for North 89 degrees 00 Minutes record on November 14, 2005, 40 seconds West, parallel with as document number A332646, the North line of said South in the office of the County Half of the Southeast quarter Recorder of and for Benton of the Northeast Quarter (S1/2 County, Minnesota; which SE1/4 NE1/4) 956.79 feet to Mortgage was subsequently the Southeasterly right of way modified by a Modification of line of Benton County Road Mortgage dated April 25, 2008, Number 57; thence north 22 and filed for record on May degrees 44 minutes 24 seconds 14, 2008, as document number East along said right of way A357401, in the office of the 203.5 feet; thence South 89 County Recorder of and for degrees 00 minutes 40 seconds Benton County, Minnesota; East 876.56 feet to the point of and which Mortgage was beginning. subsequently assigned to Street Address: 3052 Quarry SENTRY BANK, F/K/A Road, Sauk Rapids, MN 56379 FIRST STATE BANK OF ST. Tax I.D. Number: 11-00138-00 JOSEPH, AS SUCCESSOR IN and will be sold by the Sheriff INTEREST TO ST. STEPHEN of Benton County, Minnesota at STATE BANK, by a Receiver’s public auction on Wednesday, Assignment of Mortgage dated May 10, 2017, at 10:00 o’clock April 28, 2010, and filed for a.m. at Office of the Benton record on May 25, 2010, as County Sheriff, 581 Highway document number A374304, 23, Foley, Minnesota 56329. in the office of the County 7. The time allowed by law for Recorder of and for Benton redemption of Mortgagors County, Minnesota; and which or Mortgagors’ personal Mortgage was subsequently representatives or assigns is modified by a Modification twelve (12) months after the of Mortgage dated April 30, date of sale. 2013, and filed for record on 8. The date on or before which May 28, 2013, as document the Mortgagors must vacate number 396977, in the office the property if the Mortgage of the County Recorder of and is not reinstated under Minn. for Benton County, Minnesota; Stat. § 580.30 or the property and which Mortgage was redeemed under Minn. Stat. subsequently modified by a § 580.23 is May 10, 2018, at Modification of Mortgage dated 11:59 p.m. If the foregoing date November 4, 2013, and filed is a Saturday, Sunday, or for record on January 2, 2014, legal holiday, then the date to as document number 401409, vacate is the next business day in the office of the County at 11:59 p.m. Recorder of and for Benton 9. THE TIME ALLOWED BY County, Minnesota; and which LAW FOR REDEMPTION BY Mortgage was subsequently THE MORTGAGORS, THE modified by a Modification of MORTGAGORS’ PERSONAL Mortgage dated May 4, 2014, R E P R E S E N T A T I V E S and filed for record on June OR ASSIGNS MAY BE 20, 2014, as document number REDUCED TO FIVE WEEKS 403885, in the office of the IF A JUDICIAL ORDER County Recorder of and for IS ENTERED UNDER Benton County, Minnesota. MINN. STAT. § 582.032, 2. The original principal amount DETERMINING, AMONG secured by the Mortgage was: OTHER THINGS THAT THE $50,000.00. MORTGAGED PREMISES 3. No action or proceeding at law ARE IMPROVED WITH A is now pending to recover the RESIDENTIAL DWELLING debt secured by the Mortgage, OF LESS THAN FIVE UNITS, or any part thereof. ARE NOT PROPERTY 4. The holder of the Mortgage USED IN AGRICULTURAL has complied with all conditions PRODUCTION, AND ARE precedent to acceleration ABANDONED. of the debt secured by the THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO Mortgage and foreclosure of COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY the Mortgage, and all notice INFORMATION OBTAINED and other requirements of WILL BE USED FOR THAT applicable statutes. PURPOSE. 5. At the date of this notice, the Sentry Bank, Mortgagee by amount due on the Mortgage, Assignment and taxes, if any, paid by the GRAY, PLANT, MOOTY, holder of the Mortgage is: MOOTY & BENNETT, P.A. $27,367.55. By: /s/ Andrew J. Steil 6. Pursuant to the power of sale Andrew J. Steil #387048 in the Mortgage, the Mortgage 1010 West St. Germain Street will be foreclosed, on the land Suite 500 described as follows: St. Cloud, MN 56301 That part of the South (320) 252-4414 half of the Southeast Quarter Attorneys for Sentry Bank of the Northeast Quarter R-12-6B (S1/2 SE1/4 NE1/4) of Section
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SAUK RAPIDS — The Granite City Lumberjacks are contending in the NA3HL’s Silver Cup Championship Tournament. After a rematch of the 2016 western division Ànal against the New Ulm Steel, the Jacks came out ahead in the best of three series. They lost 3-2 Friday, but picked up an on-the-road 6-4 win Saturday and Ànished with a riveting 4-2 win on home ice Sunday night. Granite City has the opportunity to compete at the Canlan Ice Arena in Romeoville, Ill. March 29 through April 2. This is the fourth trip for the team in the six years they have been with the NA3HL league. Granite City 4, New Ulm 2 The Jacks did not waste time March 26 in the tiebreaker game. With just over 20 seconds in, Keenan Lund sent a slapshot towards New Ulm’s Nathan Siclovan which rebounded allowing Braden Altena to score. At Àve minutes in, Granite City defense-man Casey Esselman poked the puck disrupting New Ulm’s play. He skated in for a two-on-two and beat the goalie glove-side. After a high-sticking minor, the Steel entered a power play and scored when a stopped puck rolled beneath Lumberjack tender Mac Berglove. Granite City ended the period with a 2-1 lead. Both goalies shut down shots in the second, leaving an unchanged score. Granite City’s Matthew Moran increased the lead 3-1 when he brought the puck in from the neutral zone on a shorthanded play and stuck it for a Àve-hole goal. Steel’s Dylan Leivermann managed to score on Berglove decreasing the lead, but Lumberjack Brady Dahl scored and secured the series. Spencer Nelson, Altena, Dahl and Lund each had one assist. Both teams sat 10 minutes on Àve infractions. Berglove saved 19 shots on goal. Siclovan 30 of 34. Granite City 6, New Ulm 4 Lund was crucial in the win to tie the series March 25. He scored four of the six Granite City goals. At the end of the Àrst, the teams were tied 2-2 with an unassisted goal from Esselman. Esselman also assisted on Lund’s late power play goal at
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Granite City secured the Ànal playoff series for the NA3HL Western Division March 26, winning the best of three series against the New Ulm Steel. The Lumberjacks advance to the Silver Cup Championship Tournament in Illinois.
19:58. Jared Erickson and Cory Martinez scored the Steel’s goals. In the second, Lund scored back-to-back goals before teammate Ben Haugo increased the lead even further. The Steel pulled Siclovan and replaced him with goalie Jon Albers. Granite City was up 5-2 before New Ulm’s Sam Wenner chipped one in before the buzzer. Luc Kreuser scored another New Ulm goal, but the deÀcit was too large for the Steel to come back. Lund matched the goal with his fourth of the night. Altena had three assists on the evening. Owen Sikich and Dahl, additionally, had one each. Berglove saved 38 shots on goal. Siclovan 15 for 20.
Albers 14 of 15. Granite City sat 10 minutes on Àve infractions. New Ulm six on three. New Ulm 3, Granite City 2 New Ulm took the Àrst win of the playoff series March 24. Granite City Captain Will Mix was the Àrst on board, scoring against the Steel’s Siclovan. After the team collapsed on the New Ulm net, Mix drove inside for centering pass from Moran and Jack Petroske. The Steel retaliated after a bad pass from Granite City that led to a quick unassisted goal for New Ulm’s Alex Egle. At just over 3 minutes in, the game was tied 1-1. It was clear in the Àrst Granite City had intentions to
control the game, keeping the puck in their offensive zone and Àring on net as much as possible. But the momentum quickly changed when New Ulm went up 2-1, 10 seconds into the second. Erickson put a ripper past the head of Berglove. Hope was instilled in the third, when Lumberjack Andrej Jamnicky scored a power play goal with help from Sikich and Altena; but another mistake led to a breakaway short-handed goal for Erickson. New Ulm won 3-2. Siclovan saved 40 shots on goal, Berglove 29 of 32. New Ulm sat 41 min on 10 infractions. Granite City 39 on nine. Lumberjack Eric Moser was ejected in the second period after a Àght erupted.
Matthew Sprink Àres on net against the New Ulm Steel March 24. Teammate Keenan Lund looks for a tip.
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will take with them into this season and beyond.” The team has six seniors on the roster – Bjorn Hanson, Logan Siemers, Ethan Bengston, Noah Klinefelter, Anthony Burton and Tyler Kranz – along with a number of juniors and sophomores that are expected to get varsity playing time. “We have a balanced team and a nice mix of age groups,” Hille said. “I believe the team will develop quickly because these are all guys that have played before. They are
all talented.” Hille sees the team’s strong pitching game already, even with less than two weeks of practice. “Lucas pitched for us on occasion last year, but had a shoulder injury,” Hille said. “Besides him, all of our pitchers are still with us, so that’s giving us a strong point early in the season.” Hille knows the team will be competing for the section title as they progress through the season, but the main focus is on getting better each day.
“Our kids need to develop that mindset that, whether we win or lose, they are improving and getting better in their game everyday,” Hille said. “Kids who commit to having that mindset and working towards making things happen will have greater success, not just on the Àeld this season, but in life in general for years to come.” The team takes to their home Àeld at Bob Cross Park April 4 and April 11 to start their season.
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