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Should Watab Township move to an appointed clerk?

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Voters will decide March 10 BY NATASHA BARBER STAFF WRITER

SAUK RAPIDS – Watab Township residents will have the choice to allow an appointed town clerk come March. Township supervisors Julie Johnson, Todd Waytashek and Steve Wollak approved unanimously at its Dec. 3 meeting to submit the question of moving from an elected clerk position to the appointment option. Residents will cast their vote for or against the option at the March 10, 2020, annual meeting. According to the Minnesota Association of Townships, town boards, by default, consist of three supervisors, one clerk and one treasurer – all elected positions. Optional forms of township government can be initiated by board action or by submitted petition of its voters, but no form of optional government can be enacted unless voted upon by the electors at the annual meeting. The process must be started more than 74 days before the annual meeting. Johnson initiated the discussion and, prior to the vote, said it was time for the board to consider the option citing longevity and consistency of the office. “In the decades past, it made sense to have an elected position, but now we are so much larger,”

Johnson said. “We’re 3,200 residents and growing. It’s a position that you want someone to stay; not have to worry about being reelected. We’ve had a lot of changeover the last two years. Chris (Davis) is our fourth clerk in two years.” Wollak and Waytashek agreed with letting the voters decide at the annual meeting, but Waytashek said that because voters elected Nicole Burski in March over previous clerk appointee, Jon Hull, he believes voters want the right to cast ballots for the position. “The electorate said they wanted somebody different,” Waytashek said. “That’s telling me the electorate wants their piece of this. … I’m fine with it being on the annual meeting. I am just making it clear that I think you guys are missing the boat on what they want.” Should voters approve the adoption of an appointed clerk March 10, implementation would take effect immediately. According to MAT, “the election for that position is nullified and the position is filled by appointment by the town board. … Because the adoption would change the position form elected to appointed, the person the board appoints to the position does not need to be a resident of the township.” With the resignation of Burski which was effective Dec. 1, Davis is fulfilling the clerk role through the annual election. The two-year clerk term is up for election in 2020, and those wishing to seek the position will have the opportunity to file for the office from

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BY ANNA HINKEMEYER STAFF WRITER

SAUK RAPIDS – With the turn of the calendar page to December, trees appear in windows of homes, shoppers get caught in the hustle of purchasing gifts, and carols like “Jingle Bells” showcase the sounds of the impending Christmas season. For one St. Cloud man, jingling a bell is what the holiday season is all about. “I am out here all day, every day,” said Henry Evans. “I have Sundays off, but otherwise I am here from 10 till 7.” Evans remains firm in his post outside the Sauk Rapids Coborn’s grocery store, a red apron around his many layers and a bell in his PHOTO BY ANNA HINKEMEYER Henry Evans stands outside of Coborn’s in Sauk Rapids Dec. 2. Evans volunteers for the hand. This is Evans’ secSalvation Army Red Kettle Campaign as a bell ringer nine hours a day, six days a week.

Constructing a promising future Hansons partake in Romanian mission trip BY ANNA HINKEMEYER | STAFF WRITER

SAUK RAPIDS – Erik and Trygve Hanson cherish mission trips and the difference they make in the lives of others. Most recently, the Sauk Rapids duo traveled to Romania. As a Thrivent Financial associate, Erik was joined by his son, Trygve, on a corporate trip Sept. 14-22. The pair traveled Ploiesti and Bucharest. But, they also spent four days building two fourplexes with Habitat for Humanity International. “It was an incredible experience working on Hanson page 2 PHOTO SUBMITTED

Trygve and Erik Hanson work on nailing boards together on two fourplex buildings Sept. 19 in Romania. The two spent time measuring and cutting boards, raising walls and installing a ceiling.

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• Probate Notice - Behrendt - pg. 8 • Benton County Board of Adjustment Public Hearing - pg. 8 • Benton County Board of Commissioners Minutes, Nov. 19, 2019 - pg. 8

• Benton County Ord. No. 476 - pg. 7 • Assumed Name - Sunrizon Services - pg. 8 • Assumed Name - Breakr Fitness - pg. 8

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the Habitat homes,” Erik said. “In those two fourplexes, we have just changed the lives of eight families. Doing our part in making a little bit of difference is a rewarding feeling.” The project is significant for Habitat for Humanity as the organization has reached 100 international homes built. In addition, the central Minnesota chapter has reached 30 years as an organization, also accomplishing 100 homes built. Habitat for Humanity has expanded its work across the 50 United States and approximately 70 countries with the mission to better the lives of others. Once the homes are built, Habitat

for Humanity creates an affordable mortgage for the family occupying the home. Between the local and international builds, Habitat for Humanity has touched the lives of 1,500 people. “It feels fantastic that we can do our part,” said Rick Nelson, executive director of central Minnesota Habitat for Humanity. “We are proud to be able to break the cycle of poverty for our qualifying families.” While in Romania, the Hansons were tasked with cutting and measuring boards for the ceilings of the homes. They also assisted with raising walls and placing the first-floor ceiling. When a family qualifies for a Habitat for Humanity home, they are required to be employed and must put in a minimum of 200 hours build-

ing their home. In central Minnesota, families are also required to live in one of the four counties served by the organization – Benton, Stearns, Sherburne or Wright. Aside from the future homeowners, central Minnesota Habitat for Humanity typically has anywhere from eight to 10 volunteers on site, and they depend on corporate partners and vendors to help with the projects as well. “We could not do what we do without our sponsors, donors and volunteers,” Nelson said. “In the lives of the families getting these homes, it is a huge step forward. Normally they would be struggling to make ends meet, but now they have a stable and affordable home.” Both Erik and Trygve have been on mission trips in the past, and they continue to participate. “It is fun to be able to look back and compare the Romania trip to others we have done in the past,” Trygve said. “I love being able to change the lives of others and while you know the difference you’ve made, it really makes a difference for you too. The lasting impression volunteering makes is all worth it.” One of the most memorable aspects of the Romania trip for the Hansons was the final day, where Trygve was asked by Tom Edelin, the Thrivent team leader, to do a blessing over the homes. “As one of two teenagers on the trip with 30 adults, it was a proud father moment to watch him say the blessing,” Erik said. “This was an awesome experience to have with my son.”

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Evans from front ond year volunteering as a bell ringer for the Salvation Army Red Kettle Campaign. “This brings me so much joy to help other people who are less fortunate,” Evans said. “If I was in a situation like these people, I would hope someone would do this for me too. It keeps God in the reason for the season. He is helping me be a warrior for the good in this world.” The St. Cloud Salvation Army placed kettles at 19 central Minnesota locations Nov. 22. The drive continues through 1 p.m. Dec. 24.

Laura Douvier, volunteer coordinator for the St. Cloud Salvation Army, said the chapter has a goal of raising $210,000 from the kettles this season. The proceeds go toward the organizations programs which provide food and shelter. Douvier said it takes between 300-500 volunteers to make the campaign successful, and according to the Salvation Army, a volunteer is the difference between an empty kettle and one that averages $30 per hour. In his time as a bell ringer, Evans has met many people as they drop donations into the red kettle beside him. Some he simply greets with a

joyful Merry Christmas and others stand and visit. During his visits, he has heard a variety of life stories, from military experiences to traditions upheld and those of the past. “In a time of joy, I find great pleasure in listening to someone’s story,” Evans said. “Connecting with people on a deeper level and spreading some Christmas cheer, that’s why I am out here.” Evans believes in the difference the Salvation Army makes in people’s lives, which is largely why he volunteers to ring the bell. He also spends time volunteering for the Place of Hope serving meals to the homeless.

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Henry Evans visits with Cooper Boser, 8, of Pierz, Dec. 2 outside the Coborn’s in Sauk Rapids. Evans enjoys the opportunity to visit with people who stop to donate to the Salvation Army Red Kettle Campaign.

ability of December weather, Evans prepares for the long volunteer hours by bundling in layers of winter gear and donning a smile. The extra layers and his friendly spirit keep him warm when the temperature drops or the wind picks up. Evans hopes his joy spreads to others this Christmas season and promotes the good still in the world. If he can raise money to help others in need with the help of those in the community, he said he will stand in frigid winds and snowy weather to make it happen. “It is a beautiful thing when you can do something good,” Evans said. “I am standing in the cold for no benefit to myself, but when someone comes and puts money in (the kettle) they show they care and are hoping it will bring joy to someone else’s life. That’s the spirit of the Christmas season.”

“This is a special I love being able to give time of year, and for me, someone food for their table or clothes and other necessities,” Evans said. “I find great joy standing out here in the cold to ensure someone else can be alright. I get a lot of spirSaturday, Dec. 5, 5 p.m. itual and psychological Second Avenue in Downtown Sauk Rapids joy from being out here Hosted by the Sauk Rapids Community Ambassador Organization and making a little bit of 10. Girls Scouts difference for someone.” 1. Sauk Rapids Police Department 11. Central Minnesota Democratic Farmers PA With the unpredict2. Pinnacle Climate Technologies 12. Mixin’ It Up Gluten Free Bakery 3. Rock Creek Coffeehouse 13. Living Waters Lutherans Church 4. Foley Ambassadors 14. Anytime Fitness 5. Great River Federal Credit Union 15. Knife River Corporation The caption for Spencer Ackerman’s buck shot sub6. Storm Gymnastics 16. Sauk Rapids Community Ambassadors mission was misprinted in the Nov. 30 Sauk Rapids 7. Paynesville Ambassadors with Santa and Mrs. Claus Herald. Below is the corrected version. Our staff re8. St. Cloud State University Cheer Team Lineup subject to changes. grets the error. 9. Beaver Island Brewing Company

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$335,000. It does not include the fee for the quiet crossing or the amount to construct the quiet crossing. - Approved the subdivision ordinance and developers agreement. - Awarded a bid to Midwest Tree Experts for the right of way clearing on Lakewood Shore Road Northwest. The work was quoted at $7,160. - Approved contributing $2,000 for cost share with Benton County for the boundary commission. The commission will conduct a public hearing at the Watab Town Hall beginning at 5:30 p.m. Dec. 17. - A budget and audit meeting will take place at 5 p.m. Jan. 21, 2020, at the town hall. - Approved changing the March 3, 2020,

for Waytashek, who had been responsible for completing the task, to reimburse the township. Discussion of the requirements of MS4 ensued amongst the board and residents. Johnson said she would like to see a procedural manual for the tasks and that she call the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency to see if a presenter could attend the January meeting to clarify information on procedures within the urban township.

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Adapting to American culture Five exchange students enrolled at SRRHS BY ANNA HINKEMEYER STAFF WRITER

SAUK RAPIDS – Landing in Minneapolis and traveling to Sauk Rapids was the start of a school year filled with change for five foreign exchange students at Sauk Rapids-Rice High School. “I was hoping for California to be somewhere warmer,” said Live Odegard. “I am very happy I ended up here; it feels more like home. I got off the plane and immediately thought ‘Norway No. 2.’” Odegard is joined by

Carlos Torres Perez of Spain, Wiliam Dani Filho of Brazil, Raja Lohse of Germany and Benja Flores of Chile. The students arrived in August and will return home in June. Three months into their stay, the students said the changes between their larger hometowns and the city of 14,000 people keep accumulating. With each hailing from cities with populations of 100,000 or more, the first change noticed was the lack of using buses, motorcycles and bikes for transportation.

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“The first thing I wondered was how am I going to do stuff,” Odegard said. “I felt I couldn’t go anywhere.” The students expressed shyness and embarrassment of being dependent on others for transportation. In their familiar hometowns, they said they felt free to travel as needed with the most available form of transportation. “If I asked my dad for a ride back home, he would say no, go take the bus,” Torres Perez said. Freedoms in their home countries look differently than in central Minnesota. Upon arrival, the students were shocked of the younger driving age and the older drinking age. Many do not have curfews from their parents at home but do with their host families. Another culture difference is food. Pizza has become a regular culinary staple for most of the foreign exchange students, as well as dining in restaurants like Texas Roadhouse and Noodles and Company. Yet the experience of retail food estab-

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Live Odegard (from left), Carlos Torres Perez, Wiliam Dani Filho, Raja Lohse and Benja Flores gather together for lunch Nov. 19 at Sauk Rapids-Rice High School in Sauk Rapids. The five are foreign exchange students at the high school this year, coming from Europe and South America.

lishments causes some students to miss home. “In Brazil, we have barbecues on the weekends,” Dani Filho said. “It was always soccer games and barbecues. They are a lot of fun, and we always make a lot of food.” Flores comes from a large family in Chile, so being together on the weekends and sharing meals together is part of his lifestyle as well. He also has a hard time with the smaller lunch portions, particularly while at school. “Lunch is a much bigger meal in Chile and dinner is extremely light,” Flores said. Aside from the midday meal, the students

are adjusting to SRRHS curriculum, class choices, school spirit and extracurricular activities. “I was overwhelmed the first time I saw the student section at one of the games,” Lohse said. “But once I learned their songs and chants, it was a pretty cool experience.” All five participate in Storm athletics. Lohse, Dani Filho and Torres Perez played tennis, soccer and football, respectively. Flores is in basketball and Odegard in gymnastics. Lohse quickly learned about the Sauk RapidsRice school spirit. The concept of daily practices for athletics is new for the students even in comparison to their par-

ticipation in club sports in their home countries. “I really appreciate gymnastics having practice every day,” Odegard said. “Back home, we didn’t have that, but it builds character and brings the team together. It gives us more of a taste of what American school is like.” The style of clothing was an eye-opener for the students in their first days at SRRHS as well. When Dani Filho became aware of dress codes and the variety of clothing high school students are allowed to wear, he realized the inadequacy of his wardrobe. “I have worn a school uniform all my life, so to come here and see they don’t was different,” Dani Filho said. “I defiSauk Rapids VFW Post 6992 nitely didn’t pack enough clothes, so I wear the same 901No. Benton Dr. - Sauk Rapids ones a lot.” Lic #800424 KEY CHAIN Call us for DRAWING Despite all the differial 320-252-3617 ec sp ur yo $125 ences, the students have WWW.VFW6992.ORG event! Sat. 6 - 8 pm embraced and enjoyed HAPPY BINGO Parade of Lights every Monday night their time at Sauk RapidsHOUR Steak Fry & Meat Raff le Rice thus far. Mon.-Fri. starting at 6:30 Saturday, Dec. 7th, all day fun “I have appreciated 3:30-7pm the school and community Sat. 4:30-7pm Sunday Happy Hour Sun. noon-7pm here for a lot of different Noon to 7 PM reasons,” Odegard said. MEAT $2 Domestic Bottles, $3 Pounders & $3 Rail Drinks LATE NIGHT “From the variety of classRAFFLES HAPPY HOUR on Fridays at 5pm es to the school spirit and Super Happy Hour Mon.-Fri. Every Saturday from 4:30-7:00 PM activities offered to the Nightly 9-10pm $2 Rail Drinks, $2 Domestic Bottles, Specials! friendliness of the com$3 Pounders, $3 Craft Pints M - F 8 pm - Close R49-1B-TV munity, it has made my The 901 Grille at the VFW experience better.” GRILL HOURS THURS-SAT. 5-9 Subject to change due to events

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OBITUARIES Joseph B. Poepping

Funeral services were Dec. 3 at Country Manor Chapel in Sartell for Joseph “Joe” B. Poepping, 87, of Sartell, who passed away Nov. 28, 2019, at Good Shepherd Lutheran Home in Sauk Rapids. Pastor John Beck officiated and burial was at Trinity Lutheran Cemetery in Sauk Rapids at 9:30 a.m. Dec. 4. Arrangements are entrusted to Williams Dingmann Family Funeral Home in Sauk Rapids. Joseph B. Poepping was born June 18, 1932, in Sauk Rapids to Henry and Rose (Pflipsen) Poepping. He married Elaine Smolnik June 21, 1953, at Trinity Lutheran Church in Sauk Rapids. Joe has lived in the Sauk Rapids and Sartell area for all of his life. He served his country in the United States Army

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during the Korean War. Joe was a foundry supervisor at DeZurik for over 30 years where he was shop steward. He was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church in Sauk Rapids and volunteered his time to his church community as an usher and helped with maintenance of church properties. Joe was a member of the Sauk Rapids American Legion Post No. 254, the Sauk Rapids VFW Post No. 6992, he was on

Betty Jean Butterfield

Funeral services were Dec. 6 at Good Shepherd Lutheran Home Chapel in Sauk Rapids for Betty J. Butterfield, age 90, who passed away Dec. 2, 2019, at Good Shepherd Lutheran Home in Sauk Rapids. Pastor Jerry Dirks officiated and burial was at the Onamia Veterans Cemetery in Onamia. Visitation was one hour prior to the services Friday at Good Shepherd Lutheran Home Chapel. Arrangements have been entrusted to Williams Dingmann Family Funeral Home in Sauk Rapids. Betty was born May 6, 1929, in Morris to

Betty Jean Butterfield

John and Blanche (Biksen) Hockert. She married Jenness Butterfield July 3, 1949, at the Presbyterian Church in Sauk Rapids. Betty lived in the St. Cloud and Sauk Rapids area most her life and lived in Onamia from 1973-95. She was a homemaker and also was a nurses aid in Onamia

Linda M. Mohs

Linda Marie Mohs, age 76, of Sauk Rapids passed away Dec. 1, 2019, at The Gardens of Foley after a long illness. A celebration of Linda’s life will be from 4-7 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 11 at the Sauk Rapids VFW. Funeral arrangements were made by Benson Funeral Home, St. Cloud. Linda was born Feb. 12, 1943, in St. Cloud to Leon and Irene (Hanson) Richter. She lived most of her life in Sauk Rapids and attended Sauk Rapids schools. Linda married Ronald “Ronnie” Mohs May 7, 1960 in Sauk

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Rapids. Ronnie passed away in 2016. Linda worked for a Realtor Company, as a dental assistant, for National Cash Register and Pirates Cove. She later worked as a daycare provider

the reserves for the Sauk Rapids Police Department and also served as police commissioner. He enjoyed cooking and spending time with his family. Joe had his own unique style and sense of humor. He was loving, caring, a man of strong faith and was most proud of his loving wife of 65 years, his children and his grandchildren. Survivors include his wife, Elaine of Sartell; daughter, Cindy Abraham of Sauk Rapids; son, Scott (Becky) of Lonsdale; sister, Ione Tolefson of Hoyt Lakes; grandchildren, Tiffany (Ty) Forner, Mindy (Ryan) David and Austin (Jerreise); great grandchildren, Riley, Carter, Jackob, Isabella, Brenten and Kylie; and special neighbors, Mike and Nancy Kuefler family.

He was preceded in death by his parents; son in law, David Abraham; and siblings, Roselynn Bloch, Loretta Scherer, Leona Kessler, Lu Ann Priziborowski, Walter, Edmund, Dominic and Victor; and infant sister, Mary. The family would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to St. Croix Hospice, especially Laura; and to the staff at Good Shepherd Memory Lane, especially Rose, Ben, Alisha and Beth for the compassionate and excellent care that was given to Joe. Obituary, guest book and video tribute available at http://www. williamsdingmann.com. R-49-1B

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for 10 years. Betty was a member of the Eastern Star Lodge for 50 years and also a member of the Mayflower Society. She enjoyed quilting, reading and was a great cook. Betty was feisty and faithful. Betty is survived by her sons and daughters, William (Nelia) of St. Cloud, Linda (Jeff) Rigstad of Roseau, Alice (Mark) Neil of St. Cloud and Jeffrey (Karen) of Hillman; brother, Ken (Lorna) Hockert of Thief River Falls; grandchildren, Alex (Danielle), Michele (Bryan), Bob (Nancy), Katie (Micah), Elizabeth, Mike (Katie), John (Ashley), and Keith (Nicole); and great grandchildren, Jalen,

Maddy, Emily, Alexa, Elsie, Averie, and Sam. Betty was preceded in death by her parents, John, Blanche and Sally; husband, Jenness; granddaughter, Marilyn Butterfield; grandson, Matthew Neil; brother, Neil Hockert; and sister, Margaret (Howard) Long. The family would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to CentraCare Hospice and to the Good Shepherd Community staff for the compassionate and excellent care that was given to Betty. Obituary, guest book and video tribute available at http://www. williamsdingmann.com. R-49-1B

in her own home for 30 years. Linda enjoyed reading books and shared them with friends and family. Linda and Ronnie loved to travel with their motorhome and traveled all over the United States. They enjoyed camping at their lake home on South Long Lake in Brainerd and always brought their companion dog “Bebe”. Linda also enjoyed her plants and flowers in her garden and also her many casino visits. Linda is survived by her sons, Mike (Michelle) of Sauk Rapids, and Mitch (Cindy) of Clear Lake; three grandchildren, Jenny

(Casey) O’Malley, Jami (Chris) Nordmann, and Mitchell Mohs; four great grandchildren, Hunter, Nolan and Sophia Nordmann and Cal O’Malley; sisters-in-law Becky (Tom) Schmidt, Colleen (Doug) Millard, Gretchen (Jeff) Johnson, Bev (Ron) Brown, Karen (Leon) Thelen, Lois Mohs, and Donna Mohs; brothers-in-law, Bob (Frankie) Mohs and Tim (Karen) Mohs. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Ronald; and brothers-in-law Larry, Frank, and Joe Mohs. R-49-1B

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Square foot gardening Many gardening techniques have developed because a gardener experimented with new ideas. In 1976, Mel Bartholomew designed a new way to space out plants in a garden which he published in a book. He then revised his book and published a new edition in 1981, “All New Square Gardening.” Some of his ideas may be useful for BY LINDA G. gardeners who do not have a large amount TENNESON of space to work in. Conventional vegetable Green and gardening has seeds planted in long rows Growing in with paths or some form of access between Benton County each row. Seeds are planted thickly in these rows, and when the plants have sprouted, they are thinned to allow some plants to grow to full size. This plan ends up wasting some of the seeds and takes a lot of space. Bartholomew’s idea is to use raised beds that are 4 feet wide on each side. This kind of garden is divided into four 1-foot blocks in each row and four rows of blocks in each raised bed. Most gardeners can reach approximately 2 feet, and this size allows access to all the squares from the sides of the bed. These beds may have a different plant or plants grown in each square. Plants that need a large amount of space could be planted in the middle of four squares. For example, one tomato or zucchini plant might occupy four squares. Plants that need much less horizontal space could be planted with several plants in each square. For example, beets, carrots, onions or radishes could be planted 3 inches apart with as many as 16 plants grown in 1 square foot. Because the plants are grown in squares next to each other, no space is wasted by placing paths between rows. Vegetable gardens with conventional rows receive fertilizer and water which is broadcast over the entire garden. However, the fertilizer and water that lands on the paths is not used by any plants. Fertilizing and watering only the 4-foot square avoids wasting precious water and fertilizer. Another advantage of square foot gardening is that when covers or cages are needed to prevent pests from damaging the plants, it is easier to construct a square cover than it is to make a long cover. Plants that need a trellis or growth support can be planted along one side of the 4-foot square and the support attached to one side of the bed. Planting a few or many plants in these squares allows the gardener to plant only as many vegetables or flowers as they need. No thinning is needed, so no seeds are wasted. Bartholomew advocated crop rotation in these raised beds to prevent diseases from infecting plants from one year to the next, and succession planting a later crop after an early crop has been harvested. Raised beds are also useful for gardeners who have trouble kneeling down to ground level and then getting back up. The author wrote about beds that were 6 inches deep to hold soil more fertile than that found at ground level. However, raised beds that are higher could be weeded while sitting on the edge of the bed or from a wheelchair. Linda G. Tenneson is a University of Minnesota Extension Master Gardener and Tree Care Advisor.

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Is God’s church for the birds or for the people? I was stunned speechless. We left me stunned and speechless. As if were simply sitting in church at I was dreaming with my eyes wide the end of service, as we do most open. I glanced at my children writweeks, but I found myself picturing in their Bibles. I overheard someing Ezra in the book of Nehemiah, one’s little voice behind me ask what reading the Book of the Law to a the communion was and the parents crowd. It hit me as if the whole explained and prayed with their curiroom was flooded with light so ous child. I cannot even believe it is everything could be clearly seen. so simple. There are different flavors Last week, we were learnfor different taste buds but simplicing Revelation, but in the book of BY MERCY NYGAARD ity should be at the church’s core. Nehemiah when the wall was finWhen you think about it, does Life by Faith ished being built and all the capit not make sense that God would want tives returned to the city, they gathit so simple that we can do church in ered into the square and demanded, “Bring the church, at home, at coffee, at anywhere? So Book.” Everyone listened as Ezra read scripture many of us, try so hard – too hard. Trying to be after scripture, and they bowed their heads and a Hillsong or a Bethel, a hipster preacher or a worshipped God. Beth Moore preacher. Can we stop our pursuits We do this every Sunday service. We wor- of being action-packed pleasers, theme trend ship God with instrumental and a lead singer, and setters, rule breakers, relatable talkers – that is we worship God by reading through the Bible. for the fluffy birds. Can we go back to being Our pastor teaches us the word of God and how children? Children eager to hear their dad tell to use our Bibles at home. What is that about? them a story. The greatest story. Not another On quick judgement, you could easily think version of pop culture theology or a how to find this establishment needs a visionary – someone more joy topical message. How to find joy is in to add lighting, a band, smoke and mirrors. Or, the truth, but you have to read it and you need does it? to learn how. Pastors’ cannot water it down. There is no staff that records time-con- There is nothing special you have to do to have suming entertainment videos, there is no scene God show up. God always shows up. Seek changes, stage propping or mood setting. The and you will find. Knock and the door opens. small staff spends the majority of their time There is a famous woman who writes, and studying the Bible and preparing a message. she is difficult for me to read. She uses lofty Imagine that. There is no plucking out one words and mixed up words and upside-down verse out of context. We get to see exactly what words. She champions for women heroines verse precedes before and the verse that comes over men. She is much more gifted than I. after. We study about the meaning of names and But, I rest in this: Us women do not need the time period things were referenced. We are more seats at the table as women competing with students of the Bible who are actually learn- men. We need our focus on a seat at his table as ing about the Bible in church. Imagine that. children of God. Children eager to learn God’s As we were reading through Revela- No. 1 way of communicating with us through tion and learning about its depths and heed- the Bible. In that posture, us brothers and sisters ing its warnings, I pictured our creator. The in Christ can live out God’s design for us. Men one who longs to restore fellowship with us. will know their roles as fathers and how to train I pictured him looking over the room and be- up the young men. Women will know their roles ing pleased with the shepherd he appointed as mothers and how to train up the younger over his sheep and pleased with his sheep for women. And, if you know the book I speak of, their eager hearts to learn more about him. you will know this is not limited biologically. When Ezra saw the people stand to listen Now, you hear people talk about revival. to him read from the book, Ezra blessed the What kind of revival would it bring if people Lord. As if to say, “Thank you Lord that you became awake to God’s No. 1 way of comwould choose me to serve in this mighty way.” munication? This, friends, is a church for the It was the feeling of immense gratitude that people.

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NEWS

Benton County holds steady

Rice tax rate to fall 1.35% Levy adopted at $522,005 BY NATASHA BARBER STAFF WRITER

RICE – The city of Rice is moving into the New Year with business in order following its Monday meeting. The council adopted the 2020 property tax levy following its Truth in Taxation hearing Dec. 2. The council approved the adoption of a $522,005 levy. A total of $421,780 will be designated for the general fund, $7,400 will go toward the fire relief program, $27,825 will be earmarked for the fire truck bond payment, $45,000 will fund a portion of the fire department, and $20,000

will be set aside for the streets fund. With the approved levy amount, the city tax rate will fall 1.35% from 2019 to 33.38%. However, whether homeowners’ property taxes fall is based upon the valuation of their home and the tax levies of all sources including the county and school district. The levy increase over 2019 is $40,894. The city estimates its revenues will be $1,508,913 in 2020, with expenditures estimated at $1,404,241. In other council news: - Approved a flexible spending account platform with Medsurety contingent on a one time $700 fee for a Section 125 Cafeteria Plan. The city will save

Commissioners to finalize 2020 budget, levy Dec. 17

With the approved levy amount, the city tax rate will fall 1.35% from 2019 to 33.38%. money by switching platforms as Medsurety’s minimum participant threshold is two people. - Langola Township requested to have the council speak at their meeting regarding the changes to the proposed fire contract between the two entities. Mayor Brian Skroch, council member Chris Scheel and clerk Julie Fandel will attend the meeting Dec. 18. The Rice City Council approved a 30-day extension for the township should the

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contract, which expires Dec. 31, not be signed by that time. - Due to a scheduling conflict, Rice City Hall will be closing at 4 p.m. Monday, Dec. 8. City hall will also be closed Dec. 24-25 and Jan. 1, 2020, in observance of holidays. - The Dec. 16 Rice City Council meeting is canceled. The next regular council meeting is scheduled for 7 p.m. Jan. 6, 2020.

SAUK RAPIDS – The Benton County Board of Commissioners looks to be holding true to its plan for 2020. No changes were made to the proposed 2020 budget and levy since the September meeting. County administrator Monty Headley presented information identical to that of the preliminary levy at the Truth in Taxation hearing Dec. 2. The county will move forward with an operating budget of $45,067,381. The amount is a 1.4%, or nearly a $625,000, decrease from this year. Big ticket items for 2020 will include adding a deputy director to the human services department, election expenses and a sheriff’s office drone. With the help of local government aid, which will relieve the county with an additional $245,061 in 2020, the Benton County levy will increase just under 2% – a total of $392,835. According to Headley’s documents, without this relief the county would have likely seen a 3.2% increase in the levy this upcoming year. The levy increase, along with expected tax growth of the county, translates to a 58.16% tax rate in 2020, a reduction of 3.34% over this past year. The board will finalize the levy at the Dec. 17 meeting.

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BENTON COUNTY ORDINANCE NO.476 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NUMBER 387 THE COVE PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT WHEREAS, an application has been made pursuant to Sections 11.8 and 7.13.5 of the Benton County Development Code to amend the Development Plan for the Planned Unit Development District known as Ordinance # 387; and, WHEREAS, the applicant, and owner of the subject property, Cove Development Company and Next Phase LLC, has submitted an amended development plan for the subject property, which is attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference; and, WHEREAS, on October 29th and November 2nd, 2019 Notice of Public Hearing and intent to amend Benton County Ordinance was published in the official newspaper of the county; and, WHEREAS, on November 14th, 2019, the Benton County Planning Commission held a public hearing thereon and recommended same to the Benton County Board of Commissioners for approval and passage; and, WHEREAS, on December 3rd, 2019, the Benton County Board of Commissioners held a public hearing and approved the proposed ordinance amendment; and, WHEREAS, the Benton County Board of Commissioners find that the amendments to the Planned Unit Development District described herein comport with the Benton County Comprehensive Land Use Plan and are appropriate. NOW PURSUANT TO THE AUTHORITY VESTED BY MINNESOTA STATUTES SECTION 394.25, THE BENTON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS ORDAINS: that the provisions of the Development Plan are hereby amended as follows: Land Description: All areas known as THE COVE, according to the recorded plat thereof, excepting Lots 1 – 12, Block 1, Lot 1 Block 3 and Outlots B – G. PUD Density: The number of units for The Cove will be reduced by 17. This will bring the overall number of proposed dwellings from 321 down to 303. Residential Building Type: Single Family Home – increased from 77 units, to 91 units Villa Units – decreased from 244 units, to 212 units Villa Breakdown: 76 detached units with one residential unit per building 136 attached units with 2 units (20) or 4 units (116) per building Land Usage: There will be no change to the percentage of area allotted for each use. 52.4% Common Lot Area 31.2% Residential Lot Area 15.0% Roadways

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NEWS/PUBLIC NOTICES Sauk Rapids Police Department activity

CERTIFICATE OF ASSUMED NAME Minnesota Statutes Chapter 333 (1) The exact name under which the business is or will be conducted is: Sunrizon Services. Nov. 26 0012 hrs: Officers located a suspicious male on the 1200 (2) The address of the principal place of business is: block of 10th Avenue Northeast. Male said he lost his dog and was 621 Benton Dr. Suite 103, Sauk Rapids, MN 56379 USA. visiting a friend nearby. Male was identified and found his dog. (3) List the name and complete street address of all persons conducting business under the above Assumed Nov. 27 0318 hrs: Officers conducted a welfare check on a female Name, OR if an entity, provide the legal corporate, LLC, and her child who were sleeping in a vehicle on the 200 block of or Limited Partnership name and registered office address: Sixth Avenue North. Female said she had essentials and was doing Sunrizon Maintenance LLC, 621 Benton Dr., Suite 103, fine. Sauk Rapids, MN 56379 USA. (4) By typing my name, I, the undersigned, certify that Nov. 28 0538 hrs: Officers located a male riding a bike near I am signing this document as the person whose signature 18th Street Northeast and Perennial Lane. Male said he had left is required, or as agent of the person(s) whose signature his home after a fight with his girlfriend. Male was advised to not would be required who has authorized me to sign this roam through residential areas. document on his/her behalf, or in both capacities. I further Incidents: 68 parking violations, 28 traffic stops, 17 calls for assiscertify that I have completed all required fields, and that the information in this document is true and correct and tance, 13 medical calls, 12 various calls, 11 suspicious activity calls, in compliance with the applicable chapter of Minnesota Statutes. I understand that by signing this document I am subject to the penalties of perjury as set forth in Section 609.48 as if I had signed this document under oath. NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Jean Kukowski NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Benton County 10/22/2019 of Adjustment will conduct a public hearing on DecemR-47-2B Board ber 19th, 2019 in the Commissioner’s Room, Benton County

8 welfare checks, 8 animals, 7 alarms, 7 accidents, 5 criminal damage to property, 4 human services reports, 4 disputes, 4 permits, 4 warrants, 4 vehicles, 3 child, 3 911, 3 disturbances, 3 domestics, 3 suicidal persons, 3 driving reports, 2 missing persons, 2 civil calls, 2 thefts, 2 traffic hazards and 2 fraud calls.

Rice Police Department activity Nov. 27 0811 hrs: Officers checked on an unoccupied vehicle in the ditch near County Road 31 and Highway 10. Vehicle sustained minor damage. Incidents: 6 calls for assistance, 4 various calls, 3 records checks, 2 traffic stops, 2 suspicious activity calls, 2 parking violations and 2 animals.

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CERTIFICATE OF ASSUMED NAME Minnesota Statutes Chapter 333 (1) The exact name under which the business is or will be conducted is: Breakr Fitness. (2) The address of the principal place of business is: 5767 Mayhew Lake Road NE, Sauk Rapids, Minnesota 56379 United States. (3) List the name and complete street address of all persons conducting business under the above Assumed Name, OR if an entity, provide the legal corporate, LLC, or Limited Partnership name and registered office address: Isaac John Freese, 5767 Mayhew Lake Road NE, Sauk Rapids, Minnesota 56379 United States. (4) By typing my name, I, the undersigned, certify that I am signing this document as the person whose signature is required, or as agent of the person(s) whose signature would be required who has authorized me to sign this document on his/her behalf, or in both capacities. I further certify that I have completed all required fields, and that the information in this document is true and correct and in compliance with the applicable chapter of Minnesota Statutes. I understand that by signing this document I am subject to the penalties of perjury as set forth in Section 609.48 as if I had signed this document under oath. Isaac Freese 11/18/2019 R-49-2P BENTON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS REGULAR MEETING MINUTES NOVEMBER 19, 2019 The Benton County Board of Commissioners met in regular session on November 19, 2019 in the Benton County Board Room in Foley, MN with Commissioners Steve Heinen, Spencer Buerkle, Jake Bauerly, Ed Popp and Warren Peschl present. Call to order by Chair Bauerly was at 9:00 AM followed by the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag. Peschl/Heinen unanimous to approve the agenda as amended: add items—closed meeting to consider strategy for labor negotiations; closed meeting to discuss not-public medical data. No one was present to speak under Open Forum. Popp/Buerkle unanimous to approve the Consent Agenda: 1) approve the Regular Meeting Minutes of November 5, 2019 as written; 2) accept and file Administrator’s Report/Monthly Financial Report as written; 3) approve Resolution 2019-#37, a resolution of support for the joint application with Stearns County to designate Bend in the River Park and Stearns County Mississippi River Park as regional parks, and authorize the Chair to sign; 4) approve agreement with Hildi, Inc. for a January 2020 OPEB Actuarial Study, and authorize the Chair to sign; 5) approve Resolution 2019-#38, amending the 2019 Highway Department road project budgets in Fund 13 and Fund 30, and authorize the Chair to sign; 6) approve Resolution 2019-#39, accepting donation to Benton County Parks, and authorize the Chair to sign; 7) annual approval of the County Emergency Operations Plan; 8) approve NemoQ contract for customer service queueing system, and authorize the Chair to sign; 9) approve application of North Crest Athletic Association for a temporary on-sale liquor license for special events held on November 23-24 and November 27 at Hinkemeyer Tree Farm, 12675 – 22nd Avenue NE, Rice; 10) approve Application for Exempt Permit for St. Elizabeth Church for a raffle, bingo and pulltabs to be held at the church basement, 16454 – 125th Avenue NE, Foley, on March 13, 2020, March 27, 2020, June 28, 2020 and October 18, 2020; 11) approve Application for Exempt Permit for Master National Host Committee 2020 for a raffle to be held at Molitor’s Quarry, 3517 – 5th Avenue NE, Sauk Rapids, on October 1, 2020; 12) approve Purchase Money Security Agreement for S.C.O.R.E. Grant—City of St. Cloud—for eleven by-the- yard, five-

Government Center, Foley, beginning at 7:00 p.m. to consider the following: 1. 7:00 p.m. Douglas Andresen and Nancy Swenson requesting a variance from the requirement of two acre mini-

PROBATE NOTICE STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF BENTON SEVENTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT DISTRICT COURT PROBATE DIVISION Court File No: 05-PR-19-2154 NOTICE AND ORDER FOR HEARING ON PETITION FOR DESCENT OF PROPERTY Estate of Nancy J. Behrendt, Decedent. A Petition for Determi-

nation of Descent has been filed with this Court. The Petition represents that the Decedent died more than three years ago, leaving property in Minnesota and request the probate of Decedent’s last Will (if any), and the descent of such property be determined and assigned by this Court to the persons entitled to the property. Any objections to the Petition must be filed with the Court prior to or raised at the hearing. If proper, and no objections are filed or raised, the Petition may be granted. IT IS ORDERED and

foot long, horizontal gray, plastic recycled park benches, and authorize the Chair to sign; 13) approve amendment to the County Jail Food Service contract with Summit Food Service, LLC and authorize the Chair to sign; 14) approve Joint Powers Agreement with the Bureau of Criminal Apprehension for reimbursement grant related to NIBRS (National Incident-Based Reporting System) transition, and authorize the Chair to sign; and 15) approve Snowmobile Safety Enforcement Grant contract for the period July 1, 2019 through June 30, 2021, and authorize the Chair to sign. Sheriff Troy Heck stated that the Tri-County Humane Society in St. Cloud provides care and shelter to stray animals from Benton, Sherburne and Stearns Counties. He explained that Benton County does, on occasion, need to place animals that are found in surroundings which mandate their removal and impoundment; Tri-County Humane Society is the only shelter in the area available on a 24/7 basis that offers impound services. Heck noted that the Humane Society was approached about making a number of changes to their service agreement as suggested by the County Attorney’s Office; however, they are unwilling to make any significant modifications to their agreement. Heck stated his belief that the liability exposures are quite small as the Sheriff’s Office only uses this service one to two times a year. Buerkle/ Popp unanimous to approve the contract with Tri-County Humane Society, and authorize the Chair to sign. Roxanne Achman, Department of Development Director, presented the minor final plat of Blank Addition in Gilmanton Township, submitted by property owner, Gregory Blank. She stated that the request is to split 2.74 acres off a 29.81 acre lot in order to sell the lot with the existing buildings and maintain the farm land. Achman noted that MnDOT has approved the shared access to Highway 23; Gilmanton Township has approved the preliminary plat. Peschl/Heinen unanimous to approve the final plat of Blank Addition, as recommended by the Planning Commission, and authorize the Chair to sign the final plat. Steve Stang, I.T. Director, explained that the county’s Microsoft licensing is aging out and is in need of updating across office suites, computer operating systems and security platforms. He presented a proposed licensing agreement which is part of the State of MN Cooperative Purchasing Venture with Microsoft; it is a three-year agreement that locks in the lowest pricing for Microsoft licens-

mum dry buildable lot size for a standard subdivision in the Agricultural District. Pursuant to Sections 7.1.30(b) and 11.5.1. The affected property is described as follows: part of SE1/4 SE1/4, Section 15, Glendorado Township. The on-site inspection of this property will be made at approximately 1:15 p.m. on December 19th, 2019. ANYONE wishing to appear with reference to the above will be heard at this meeting. FR-49-1B

Notice is further given, that the Petition will be heard on December 30, 2019 at 8:00 a.m., by this Court at 615 HWY 23, Foley, Minnesota. 1. Notice shall be given to all interested persons (MINN. STAT. § 524.1-401) and persons who have filed a demand for notice pursuant to Minnesota Statutes section 524.3-204. 2. Notice shall be given by publishing this Notice and Order as provided by law and by: Mailing a copy of this Notice and Order at least 14 days prior to the hearing date. BY THE COURT

Dated: November 25, 2019 /s/ Robert J. Raupp Judge of District Court Dated: November 25, 2019 /s/ Sue S. Deputy Court Administrator Attorney for Petitioner John H. Wenker Quinlivan & Hughes, P.A. 1740 West St. Germain Street St. Cloud, MN 56301 Attorney License No: 0232385 Telephone: (320) 251-1414 FAX: (320) 251-1415 Email: jwenker@quinlivan. com

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ing. Stang noted that this contract would allow the county to keep up to date with Microsoft Office, email, security, computer, etc. on an annual payment basis; this is a 25-user licensing start that will be implemented and tested--additional licensing and features will be added as upgrades are implemented. Popp/Buerkle unanimous to approve the Microsoft Enterprise Agreement Software Licensing Contract, and authorize the Chair to sign. Michelle Meyer, Assistant County Attorney, detailed the escrow requirement for the community septic system at “the Cove” development in Watab Township. Jay Wittstock appeared before the Board to provide a County Surveyor update; topics included work programs, plat checking, county right-of-way platting and section corner perpetuation/ remonumentation. Wittstock reported that monuments have been set on approximately 1,310 corners of the 1,331 public land survey corners in Benton County; certificates of location have been recorded on about 1,270 of the corner locations. The Regular County Board meeting was recessed at 9:44 AM to conduct a Human Services Board meeting. The Regular County Board meeting was reconvened at 9:54 AM. Board members reported on recent meetings they attended on behalf of the county. No Committee of the Wholes were set. Peschl/Popp unanimous to conduct a closed meeting of the County Board (at 10:26 AM) pursuant to MN Statutes §13D.03, Subdivision 1, to consider strategy for labor negotiations. The Regular County Board meeting was reconvened at 11:06 AM. Popp/Peschl unanimous to conduct a closed meeting of the County Board (at 11:07 AM) pursuant to MN Statutes §13D.05, Subdivision 2, to discuss not-public medical data. The Regular County Board meeting was reconvened at 11:12 AM. Popp/Heinen unanimous to adjourn at 11:13 AM. A. Jake Bauerly, Chair Benton County Board of Commissioners ATTEST: Montgomery Headley Benton County Administrator R-49-1B

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Monday, Dec. 2, 7 p.m. – Rice City Council Meeting. Rice City Hall, 205 E. Main St., Rice.

Tuesday, Dec. 3, 6 p.m. – Foley City Council Meeting. Truth in Taxation Hearing. Foley City Hall, 251 Fourth Ave. N., Foley. Tuesday, Dec. 3, 7 p.m. – Watab Township Meeting. Watab Town Hall, 660 75th St. N.W., Sauk Rapids. Tuesday, Dec. 3, 7:30 p.m. – Benton County Board of Commissioners Meeting. Benton County Administration Building, 531 Dewey St., Foley. Saturday, Dec. 7, 9:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. – Christmas Cookie, Candy and Gift Sale. Fill a provided container with an assortment of candy and cookies purchased by the pound. Handmade and specialty gifts for sale by vendors. Church of the Immaculate Conception, 145 Second Ave. N.E., Rice. Saturday, Dec. 7, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. – Holiday Make and Take. For ages 6-12. While supplies last. Great River Regional Library, 251 Fourth Ave. N., Foley. Saturday, Dec. 7, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. – Toys for Tots Drive. Hosted by the Sauk Rapids Fire Department. Toys can be dropped off at the fire hall or along the Parade of Lights route in Sauk Rapids. Sauk Rapids Fire Hall, 408 N. Benton Drive, Sauk Rapids. Saturday, Dec. 7, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. – 55+ Driver Improvement Refresher Course. Miller Auto Plaza Community Room, 2930 Second St., St. Cloud. For more information or to register, call 1-888-234-1294 or visit http://www.mnsafetycenter.org. Saturday, Dec. 7, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. – 12th Annual Holiday Parade of Lights and Family Fun Day. Kids bingo, Trots for Tots 5K, lighted parade, steak fry and silent auction. Visit https://ci.sauk-rapids.mn.us and click on city celebrations for more information. Sauk Rapids. Saturday, Dec. 7, noon to 3 p.m. – Christmas Candy and Bake Sale. St. Francis Xavier Church Gathering Place, 219 Second St. N., Sartell. Saturday, Dec. 7, 1-5 p.m. – Festival of the Nativities. More than 70 Nativity scenes including some from international countries, a childrens touchable Nativity area with craft making, musicians and refreshments. Trinity Lutheran Church, 2163 Mayhew Lake Road N.E., Sauk Rapids.

Bake and Take Adult Class. Make 10 holiday recipes and take home one dozen of each. Taught by Cheryl Pick, Foley Public Schools Director of Child Nutrition Services, and her staff. Foley High School kitchen, 621 Penn Wednesday, Dec. 11, 7 p.m. – Lorie Line: The 30th Year St., Foley. Register online at Foley Community EducaAnniversary. Celebrating Christmas. Paramount Center tion or by calling 320-968-6144. for the Arts, 913 W. St. Germain St., St. Cloud. For tickets or more information, call 320-259-5463 or visit http:// Sunday, Dec. 15, 2 p.m. – A Don’t Hug Me Christmas Carol. Spoof on Charles Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol.” www.paramountarts.org. Paramount Center for the Arts, 913 W. St. Germain St., Thursday, Dec. 12, 5:30-7:30 p.m. – Annual Foley Area St. Cloud. For tickets or more information, call 320-259Chamber of Commerce Christmas Party. Sponsored 5463 or visit http://www.paramountarts.org. by Kalton Communications, Henry’s Catering and Event Center and Coborn’s. RSVP with Amy at director@foleya- Monday, Dec. 16, 1-2:30 p.m. – St. Cloud Area Parkinreachamber.com or call 320-968-2017. Henry’s Event son’s Disease Support Group. Meetings open to those diagnosed, caregivers and the general public. Free group Center, 6774 Highway 25, Foley. provides support, education and awareness. ILICIL IndeFriday, Dec. 13, 1:30 p.m. – A Don’t Hug Me Christmas pendent Lifestyles, 215 N. Benton Drive, Sauk Rapids. Carol. Spoof on Charles Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol.” For further information, call 320-529-9000. Paramount Center for the Arts, 913 W. St. Germain St., St. Cloud. For tickets or more information, call 320-259-5463 Monday, Dec. 16, 5 p.m. – Foley School Board Monthly Meeting. Foley Intermediate School Media Center, or visit http://www.paramountarts.org. 840 Norman Ave. N., Foley. Friday, Dec. 13, 7:30 p.m. – A Don’t Hug Me Christmas Carol. Spoof on Charles Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol.” Monday, Dec. 16, 7 p.m. – Rice City Council Meeting. Paramount Center for the Arts, 913 W. St. Germain St., St. Rice City Hall, 205 E. Main St., Rice. Cloud. For tickets or more information, call 320-259-5463 Monday, Dec. 16, 7 p.m. – Sauk Rapids-Rice School or visit http://www.paramountarts.org. Board Meeting. Sauk Rapids-Rice High School, 1835 Saturday, Dec. 14, 8-10:30 a.m. – Breakfast with Santa Osauka Road N.E., Sauk Rapids. and Silent Auction. Sponsored by the Foley chapter of Monday, Dec. 16, 7:30 p.m. – George Maurer Group. Minnesota Honor Society. Benefitting Big Brothers Big Paramount Center for the Arts, 913 W. St. Germain St., Sisters of Central Minnesota. French toast sticks and sau- St. Cloud. For tickets or more information, call 320-259sage breakfast, photo opportunity with Santa, games, mu- 5463 or visit http://www.paramountarts.org. sic and crafts. Other picture stations also available. Foley High School, 621 Penn St., Foley. Tuesday, Dec. 17, 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. – 55+ Driver Improvement Refresher Course. St. Cloud Life, 2409 Saturday, Dec. 14, 8:30-11:30 a.m. – All You Can Eat Clearwater Road, St. Cloud. For more information or to Waffle Breakfast. Hosted by and benefitting the Sauk register, call 1-888-234-1294 or visit http://www.mnRapids Girl Scout Troop No. 245. Sauk Rapids VFW Post safetycenter.org. No. 6992, 901 N. Benton Drive, Sauk Rapids. Tickets available at the door. Tuesday, Dec. 17, 9 a.m. – Benton County Board of Commissioners Meeting. Benton County AdministraSaturday, Dec. 14, 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. – Annual Holi- tion Building, 531 Dewey St., Foley. day Goodies Bake and Take Adult Class. Make 10 holiday recipes and take home one dozen of each. Taught by Tuesday, Dec. 17, 11 a.m. to noon – Adult Book Club. Cheryl Pick, Foley Public Schools Director of Child Nu- Great River Regional Library, 251 Fourth Ave. N., Foley. trition Services, and her staff. Foley High School kitchen, 621 Penn St., Foley. Register online at Foley Community Tuesday, Dec. 17, 5:30 p.m. – Foley City Council Meeting. Foley City Hall, 251 Fourth Ave. N., Foley. Education or by calling 320-968-6144. Saturday, Dec. 14, 10-11:30 a.m. – Cookie Walk. Purchase a bucket and receive up to four dozen cookies of your choice. Buckets and gloves provided. First United Lutheran Church, 1107 Pine Cone Road, Sartell. For more information, call 320-251-0804 or visit http://www.lovefirstumc.org.

Saturday, Dec. 7, 2-4 p.m. – Makeover Tutorial and Facial. Hosted by St. Cloud Pride. Free will offering to Saturday, Dec. 14, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. – Holiday Make and participate. Healing St. Cloud: Acupuncture, Herbs, Cra- Take. For ages 6-12. While supplies last. Great River Regional Library, 251 Fourth Ave. N., Foley. niosacral Therapy, 3700 W. Division St., St. Cloud. Saturday, Dec. 7, 4 p.m. – Great River Chorale presents Saturday, Dec. 14, 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. – KringleFest. All My Heart This Night Rejoices. Featuring Ameri- Visit and take photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus. Create can sign language interpreter Anne Rhodes. Church of take home holiday crafts. Music, activities and treats. St. Augustine, 442 Second St. S.E., St. Cloud. All seats Stearns History Museum, 235 33rd Ave. S., St. Cloud. For general admission. Tickets available at http://www.great- more information, contact the museum at 320-253-8424 or visit http://www.stearns-museum.org. riverchorale.org. Sunday, Dec. 8, 10 a.m. – Sixth annual John Denver Sunday. Featuring musicians Dennis Warner, Cristina Seaborn, Allen Brisse, Dennis Kennedy, Pat Curto and Charlie Roth. Free and open to the public. Unity Spiritual Center, 931 Fifth Ave. N., Sartell. Monday, Dec. 9, 3:30-4:30 p.m. – Snap Circuit Challenge Teen Event. For ages 9 and above. Great River Regional Library, 251 Fourth Ave. N., Foley. Monday, Dec. 9, 6 p.m. – Sauk Rapids City Council Meeting. Sauk Rapids Government Center, 250 Summit Ave. N., Sauk Rapids. Monday, Dec. 9, 6 p.m. – Portrait of a Graduate Informational Meeting. Sauk Rapids-Rice Middle School Media Center, 901 First St. S., Sauk Rapids. Monday, Dec. 9, 8 p.m. – Graham Township Meeting. Duane Brenny residence, 13072 55th Ave. N.E., Rice. Tuesday, Dec. 10, 6-7:30 p.m. – 3-D Snowflake and Fir Tree Making. Learn how to make 3-D snowflakes or fir trees to decorate your home or office. Walk-ins welcome. All materials provided while supplies last. For teens and adults. Great River Regional Library, 1300 W. St. Germain St., St. Cloud. Wednesday, Dec. 11, 9 a.m. – John Roscoe talks about “Minnesota’s Round Barns.” Roscoe traveled across Minnesota to document the remaining known barns in his book. Stearns History Museum, 235 33rd Ave. S., St. Cloud. For more information, contact the museum at 320-253-8424 or visit http://www.stearns-museum.org.

Saturday, Dec. 14, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. – History Day Hullabaloo. Get research help from experts, find primary and secondary sources, view sample projects. Free copies, free prints, free help. For teens. Great River Regional Library, 1300 W. St. Germain St., St. Cloud.

Wednesday, Dec. 18, 2-4 p.m. – Advocates for Independence. Increase leadership, assertiveness and communication skills. All abilities welcome to attend this free opportunity. ILICIL Independent Lifestyles, 215 N. Benton Drive, Sauk Rapids. Call Michelle Pelka at 320281-2042 for more information. Wednesday, Dec. 18, 4-6 p.m. – Andrew Walesch Presents Holiday Classics. Singer and pianist Andrew Walesch. For all ages. Great River Regional Library, 251 Fourth Ave. N., Foley. Thursday, Dec. 19, noon to 4 p.m. – 55+ Driver Improvement Refresher Course. Salem Lutheran Church, 90 Riverside Drive S.E., St. Cloud. Enter door A. For more information or to register, call 1-888-234-1294 or visit http://www.mnsafetycenter.org. Thursday, Dec. 19, 6-7:30 p.m. – Winter Craft Make ‘n’ Take. For ages 6-12. Great River Regional Library, 1300 W. St. Germain St., St. Cloud.

Friday, Dec. 20, 7 p.m. – The Nutcracker Ballet. Presented by Stroia Ballet Company. For the 35th consecuSaturday, Dec. 14, 1-4 p.m. – St. Cloud Pride’s Snow tive year, Stroia Ballet Company brings this holiday clasDay. Hosted by St. Cloud Pride. Sledding, tubing and sic to stage. Paramount Center for the Arts, 913 W. St. skiing. Riverside Park, 1800 Killian Boulevard S.E., St. Germain St., St. Cloud. For tickets or more information, call 320-259-5463 or visit http://www.paramountarts. Cloud. org. Saturday, Dec. 14, 2 p.m. – A Don’t Hug Me Christmas Carol. Spoof on Charles Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol.” Friday, Dec. 20, 10-10:45 a.m. – Preschool Storytime. Paramount Center for the Arts, 913 W. St. Germain St., St. For ages 3-6. Great River Regional Library, 251 Fourth Cloud. For tickets or more information, call 320-259-5463 Ave. N., Foley. or visit http://www.paramountarts.org. Saturday, Dec. 21, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. – Holiday Make Saturday, Dec. 14, 7:30 p.m. – A Don’t Hug Me Christ- and Take. For ages 6-12. While supplies last. Great Rivmas Carol. Spoof on Charles Dickens’ “A Christmas Car- er Regional Library, 251 Fourth Ave. N., Foley. ol.” Paramount Center for the Arts, 913 W. St. Germain St., St. Cloud. For tickets or more information, call 320- Saturday, Dec. 21, 2 p.m. – The Nutcracker Ballet. Presented by Stroia Ballet Company. For the 35th consecu259-5463 or visit http://www.paramountarts.org. tive year, Stroia Ballet Company brings this holiday clasSunday, Dec. 15, 8 a.m. to noon – Omelet Breakfast. sic to stage. Paramount Center for the Arts, 913 W. St. Sponsored by the Sons of the American Legion Post No. Germain St., St. Cloud. For tickets or more information, 298. American Legion Post No. 298, 131 Fourth Ave. N., call 320-259-5463 or visit http://www.paramountarts. org. Foley. Saturday, Dec. 21, 7 p.m. – The Nutcracker Ballet. Presented by Stroia Ballet Company. For the 35th consecutive year, Stroia Ballet Company brings this holiday classic to stage. Paramount Center for the Arts, 913 W. St. Germain St., St. Cloud. For tickets or more information, call 320-259-5463 or visit http://www.paramountarts. Sunday, Dec. 15, 1-4 p.m. – Annual Holiday Goodies org. Sunday, Dec. 15, 8 a.m. to noon – Omelet Breakfast. Sponsored by the Waite Park American Legion Auxiliary Post No. 428. Made to order omelets, hash browns, toast and beverages. Proceeds support veteran programs. American Legion Post No. 428, 17 Second Ave. N., Waite Park.

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Lumberjacks score in bursts to best Breezy Point

Right before Thanksgiving, the Lumberjacks decided to express their thanks for their outstanding goaltending. They rewarded rookie goaltender Bailey Huber with 10 goals and coasted to a 10-0 win over the Breezy Point North Stars Nov. 27 at Sports Arena East in Sauk Rapids. However, Huber certainly played his part in an all-around effort. “He had to make some saves early and make a few saves late, so he wasn’t handed the shutout,” said D.J. Vold, Lumberjacks head coach. “It’s good to see a zero on the scoreboard, and it helps a goaltender’s confidence. It’s what they try and do every day.” On Simonson Lumber Night, the Lumberjacks spread the wealth. Forward Nathan Green picked up his fourth goal of the season four and a half minutes into the onesided affair to give the home team a 1-0 advantage. “Greeny is a guy that scoring is a bonus with because of everything else he brings,” Vold said. “When he starts putting the puck in the net, it’s fun to watch. It’s good to see kids like that get on the stat sheet, because they deserve it.” The line of Green, Cody Dias and Nick Plautz dominated. The trio combined for seven points and consistently applied pressure to Breezy Point’s embattled

Newsbriefs Pine County Bank seeks ideas for Banksgiving LITTLE FALLS – Pine Country Bank is celebrating Banksgiving by donating $1,000 to a worthy cause this holiday season. The cause or nonprofit will be determined by the community – locals have until Dec. 15 to submit ideas for what local cause the bank should support. The bank, which has branches in Rice, Royalton and Little Falls, invites community members to comment on its Facebook posts or stop in one of the branches to submit ideas. Pine Country Bank will announce the recipient of the donation by Dec. 20. Banksgiving is a part of Pine

Country Bank’s Hometown Pledge program, where Pine Country Bank gives 5% of profits back to community organizations and employees are allowed to volunteer during work hours to local nonprofits. Vehicle goes off the road, strikes power pole ST. CLOUD – Aaron Salzer, 43, of Rice, contacted the Stearns County Sheriff’s Office Communications Center advising he was involved in a single motor vehicle crash at the intersection of County Road 2 and 421st Street in Brockway Township. Salzer said his vehicle went off the road and struck a power pole. Upon deputies’ arrival, they

Meyer named Sartell Citizen of the Year ST. CLOUD – St. Cloud Financial Credit Union is proud to announce Jed A. Meyer, president and CEO, was named Sartell Citizen of the Year. This is a way for the Sartell Chamber of Commerce to recognize businesses and citizens who go the extra mile for the Sartell community. The chamber hosted the Sartell Choice Awards Nov. 14 where Meyer was named Sartell Citizen of the Year. Meyer is a resident of Sartell and was one of three nominees. The selection process included a public online voting process combined with the chamber selection committee. “This local recognition is a collaborative effort between the city of Sartell and the chamber of commerce and aims to recognize residents of Sartell who are making invaluable contributions to the community,” said Nikki Sweeter, executive director with the Sartell Chamber of Commerce. As president and CEO over the past five years, Meyer has doubled the growth of his credit union as well as increasing the brand to make a meaningful difference for people. Additionally, he has extensive and tireless community leadership and advocacy. One of Meyer’s proudest contributions includes securing funding for the KIVA Project, a financial education program focused on helping people in developing countries. The program has been so successful it is now part of the normal curriculum of all ninth-grade students at Sartell High School. He has also been an active member of the Sartell Youth Baseball Board and Sartell Youth Baseball Coach. Meyer was also instrumental in assisting the Pine Cone Central Park Association Board make major park improvements while ensuring sound financial and partnership practices. In addition to his contributions to the community of Sartell, Meyer has tirelessly supported the broader community by serving on the board of St. Cloud Public Safety Foundation, St. Cloud Downtown Rotary Club, and supporting local families through Tanner’s Team and Fiesta for Lucy. “When I moved to this community, I realized very quickly that we have so many giving people who live here, and they motivated me to get involved both personally and professionally,” Meyer said. “Knowing we would raise our family here, I was also driven to get my boots on the ground and help to make our communities even stronger for our future generafound a power pole sheared off tions.” and power lines stretching across St. Cloud Financial Credit Union hosted the grand County Road 2. The power pole opening of its Sauk Rapids branch June 13. belongs to Stearns Electric Association. Salzer did not complain of injuries and did not seek any medical attention. Deputies observed signs of alcohol impairment in Salzer. After additional investigation, Salzer was placed under arrest for suspicion of driving while intoxicated. • Sat., Dec. 7 Breezy Point North Stars vs. Salzer was transported to the 7:30 pm Granite City Lumberjacks Stearns County Jail and booked at Armadillo Deck Sports Arena on charges of third degree driving • Fri, Dec. 13 Granite City Lumberjacks vs. while intoxicated. 7:10 pm Alexandria Blizzard The Stearns County Sheriff’s at Runestone Community Center Office was assisted by the St. Ste• Sun., Dec. 15 Great Falls Americans vs. phen Fire and Rescue. Granite City Lumberjacks 7:30 pm Expires March 31st, 2020

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defense. if we were in first “Those three place, but bu all in “It makes it guys seem to all, it it’s been work really y a good easier to prepare because we well togeths t a r t know what to expect and see, er, and it to t the but at the same time, we have to seemed like y e a r, ” every time Vo l d make sure we’re doing the right they were said. s “I things and making sure we’re on the ice, think ready to play” the puck was w we still in the offensive ve have hav some - D.J. Vold, Lumberjacks end,” Vold said. aid. things to head coach “As a unit, they ey had prove, some a really good night.” things tto iron Jonah Jangula gula logged the puck down. The his 10th goal of the sea- out and jumping in the top tea teams in son at 13:00, reaching the play on offense.” the league, we still have double-digit scoring mark Nikolai Rajala things to prove when it in 18 games. snapped a four-game comes to playing those “He’s hard to take out scoreless streak with his guys.” of the lineup because of sixth goal of the season at A Saturday showhow hard he works,” Vold 12:41 in the second period down with the Willmar said. “He brings it every to help pour on the Lum- WarHawks was canceled day, and he’s getting re- berjacks lead. And, after due to treacherous road warded for the work he Cameron Lantz, Nicho- conditions. While the puts in.” las Richert and Daymin team missed an opportuDias scored his first Dodge each contributed a nity for a timely road test, of two goals with 19 sec- goal to the scoring fiesta, it allowed for extra days onds to play in the open- the result was not in ques- of rest amidst a season ing period, seemingly tion. lacking pause. capping off a dominant “It was nice because “We did a good job of opening 20 minutes. That getting the puck in deep we ended up having three is, until Granite City co- and forechecking,” Vold to four days off and that captain Bailey Sommers said. “If we establish a doesn’t happen very ofhelped lead a quick rush forecheck, we’re hard to ten,” Vold said. “It’s good off the following faceoff handle. It’s easy (when for the kids to go home and snapped a wrist shot we are) up four goals to and shut their brains off past Breezy Point goal- coast it in, but we push and think of something tender Jake Summer with our guys to go and score other than hockey.” one second remaining on more.” The Lumberjacks the scoreboard. And when Gran- did not have to wait long “Cody popped one in ite City’s forechecking before encountering the and we sent a new line out goes to work, it makes North Stars again. In fact, to finish the period, and I life easier in the crease they went head-to-head guess Breezy might have for the goaltenders. Hu- with Vold’s former squad fallen asleep,” Vold said. ber knocked away all 18 Dec. 6 at the Breezy Point “That’s what you get if shots thrown at them to Hockey Center in Breezy you don’t finish until the clinch his fifth victory of Point. Then, the team rebuzzer.” the season. The Mahto- turns home for the secKearby Larson re- medi native’s three shut- ond game of a home and corded a goal and two outs are the third-most in home series against the apples as the Granite City the NA3HL. North Stars at 7:30 p.m. defensive unit made a The blowout win is Saturday, Dec. 7, in Sauk significant splash on the the Lumberjacks’ 15th Rapids. offensive end, tallying a win in 19 games, a mark “It makes it easier to combined nine points. placing them second in prepare because we know “The best form of de- the West Division behind what to expect and see, fense is a good offense,” the dangerous North Iowa but at the same time, we Vold said. “That’s what Bulls. The Lumberjacks have to make sure we’re we hope to have. The de- trail the Bulls by eight doing the right things and fensemen have been do- points. making sure we’re ready ing a good job of getting “We’d be happier to play,” Vold said.

Students to earn degrees from MSU MANKATO – Minnesota State University will award 1,709 degrees at the end of the fall semester with commencement ceremonies scheduled for 9 a.m. and noon Saturday, Dec. 14, at Taylor Center’s Bresnan Arena on the campus in Mankato. Rice residents Molly Anderson and McKenzie Schuneman, as well as Sauk Rapids residents Jay Elmquist, Mackenzie Posch and Felipe Villalaz will earn bachelor’s degrees. Anderson will receive a degree with a registered nurse baccalaureate completion. Schuneman is graduating magna cum laude with a nursing degree. Elmquist will receive degrees in mass media and political science. Posch will graduate cum laude with degrees in management and marketing. Villalaz will receive a management degree. Graduates of the College of Arts & Humanities, College of Business, and College of Science, Engineering and Technology will participate in a 9 a.m. ceremony, and graduates of the College of Allied Health and Nursing, College of Education, and College of Social and Behavioral Sciences will participate in a noon ceremony. Live-streaming captioning services will be provided for each ceremony.

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this point. Cron is a good player, and he played a major role in the Twins winning 101 games this summer. Had Cron not been injured, he was on pace to hit close to 40 homers, and there is a fair chance he could break out in a major way for a different team next year if he has fully recovered from his injury. The Twins are so laserfocused on saving money that they considered a 29-year-old borderline all-star in the prime of his career expendable. Sure, Cron is a low on-basepercentage guy that is not going to win ballgames on the base paths or with his glove, but he sure showed he can do some damage with his bat. It is easier and cheaper to replace offense at first base in free agency than at other positions, but that does not mean the Twins made the right move here. As Twins fans, we had better hope this was the first domino to fall in a series of bigger moves. If the Twins were clearing payroll to add a front-line starting pitcher, then the decision to move away from Cron makes far more sense. In a vacuum, however, this looks like yet another stingy move from an ownership group that would rather line their pocketbooks than win

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By opting against tendering a contract to first baseman C.J. Cron prior to Monday night’s deadline, the Twins have effectively parted ways with the slugger who is now an unrestricted free agent. This was clearly yet another financiallymotivated decision for the Twins, but it remains to be seen whether they were trying to slash payroll or if they were freeing up money to go big game hunting in free agency. Cron was a rocksolid free agent pickup for the Twins last season. For $4.8 million, he slashed .253/.311/.469 with 25 home runs and 78 RBIs. He was red hot in the first half of the season and was a borderline allstar. Cron’s early-season contributions were a major reason why the Twins built up their huge lead on Cleveland in the standings. Cron provided right-handed power the lineup sorely needed and essentially carried the team offensively while Miguel Sanó was out with an ankle injury. However, Cron cooled off significantly in the second half of the season as he dealt with a nagging thumb injury that ultimately caused him to miss multiple chunks of games. He had what the team obviously felt was a major debridement procedure Oct. 16 to surgically repair the damaged ligaments, and I believe his extended recovery timeline played a role in the team’s decision to part ways with him. There were other, more important reasons for this decision. First and foremost, Cron was arbitration-eligible. Had the Twins made Cron an offer in the neighborhood

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Sauk Rapids-Rice earns victory in overtime thriller Wrestlers take Storm win 4-3 in Willmar BY ANNA HINKEMEYER STAFF WRITER

Junior forward Landon Lunser had a stellar game Dec. 3 as the Storm boys hockey team traveled to the Willmar Civic Center in Willmar to take on the Cardinals. Sauk Rapids-Rice triumphed 4-3 in overtime. Lunser scored twice for the Storm, the first near the end of the first period and the second less than one minute into overtime to clinch the

win. “I needed this one,” Lunser said. “It feels good to get back on the score sheet and get the game winning shot in overtime.” Lunser’s victory goal was a relief for the Storm after bottling up in its own zone in the first seconds of overtime. After escaping a few attempted goals from Willmar, sophomore forward Easton Portner fed Lunser a pass in the slot, allowing Lunser to run with it, make a quick move and find the back of the net. The overtime win followed a comeback third period where, after trail-

ing 2-1, senior defender Brady Pesta capitalized on a power play opportunity. Pesta was assisted by sophomore defender Caleb Euteneuer. Junior forward Calvin Comstock, assisted by sophomore forward Cayden Christensen, followed with another Storm goal shortly thereafter and captured a 3-2 lead for the Storm. Willmar posted its third goal with 15 seconds remaining in regular play, pushing the game to overtime. “It was a good team win,” said Ken Karna, head coach. “We got better as the game went on, and we used about every

combination on the line we have. Willmar outskated us, but we came out with a purpose in the third period. I am looking forward to seeing what else the boys can accomplish this season.” SRR junior Grayson Kobluk made his first varsity start in the net. He picked up 41 saves with a .932 save percentage. SRR had 23 shots on goal compared to Willmar’s 44. Both teams sat four minutes on three penalty infractions. The Storm will host the Alexandria Cardinals at Sports Arena East at 7:15 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 10, in Sauk Rapids.

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Girls basketball adds loss despite comeback North Branch posts 70-64 win BY ANNA HINKEMEYER STAFF WRITER

Every play counted and the game was in suspense as the Storm girls basketball team pushed its score higher and tighter to that of North Branch. With five minutes left to play, SRR was trailing by 13 points, but an incredi-

ble comeback brought the Storm within two points with 1:30 left. “We just couldn’t finish it,” said Jon Roesch, head coach. “We played hard and competed until the end, but we had way too many fouls and turnovers.” SRR ultimately fell into more of a scoring gap as the final seconds ticked off the clock. The Storm recorded a 70-64 loss Dec. 3 at North Branch High School in North

Branch. “The tension was high between both sides,” said Noel Reberg, senior captain. “A few bad passes and a few missed rebounds cost us the game. We ended up having to foul to stop the clock, but they kept making their free throws.” The fouls contributed to the North Branch success, as the Vikings went 25-41 from the free throw line whereas the Storm was 10-13. SRR had 28 turnovers. On the flipside the Storm pulled down 42 rebounds to the Vikings 17.

Senior center Shayna Payonk was once again the leading scorer for the Storm, posting 16 points, followed by Reberg with 11. SRR split up 64 points amongst nine players. “We are looking for each other and passing the ball around,” Coach Roesch said. “Opponents can’t focus on stopping one or two of our players.” SRR: Payonk 16 points, Reberg 11, Grace Roesch 8, Kyanah Evans 8, Mackenzie Felchle 6, Ady Froiland 5, Keanna Guggisberg 4, Belle Haddy 4 and Mia Rogholt 2.

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Seven athletes participate in tournament BY ANNA HINKEMEYER STAFF WRITER

The Storm showed up to the Dick Shiels Invitational at Faribault High School Nov. 30 with only half of its weight classes filled, but the team proved itself among its competitors. SRR came home with a sixth-place finish among the 10 teams at the invite in Faribault. Of the seven SRR wrestlers competing, six placed in their weight classes with four in the top three. Freshman Alex Diederich wrestled at the 106 pound weight class with a finish in second place. He first won by 11-1 major decision over Sam Bethke of Stillwater followed by a win by fall at 1:37 over Parker Bunn of New Richland Heartland Ellendale Geneva. In the semifinals, he won by 8-1 decision over Zach Balma of Tri City United. Diederich capped off the tournament with a loss to Cael Robb of Owatonna in the first-place match. Senior Jared Spohn placed third in the 132 pound weight class. He earned a win by fall at 0:18 over Austin Rutt of Tri City United, a win by

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fall at 0:21 over Joe Merchlewitz of East Ridge, a loss to Ross Herber of Lewiston Altura Rushford Peter by 8-7 decision and a win by all at 2:51 over Chase Dallman of Owatonna. Sophomore Graham Doherty competed in the 145 pound weight class, losing by fall at 1:08 to Caden O’Malley of Tri City United and losing by fall at 1:45 to Alex Hoy of Faribault. Senior Ben Gilbertson placed third in the 160 pound weight class. He won by 2-0 decision over Bryce Nolen of Faribault, lost by 8-5 decision to Hunter Lyden of Stillwater and won by medical forfeit over Royce Hogue of Stillwater. Sophomore Cole Ackerman wrestled in the 170 pound weight class and placed fourth. He won by 6-1 decision over Nickolas Mikula of Northfield, lost by fall at 3:16 to Antony Tuttle of Stillwater, won by 6-2 decision over Matt Seykora of Owatonna and lost by medical forfeit to Mikula. Junior Aden Rollins placed fifth in the 195 pound weight class. He lost by fall at 1:53 to Josh Piechowski of Stillwater, won by 8-4 decision over Tegan Determan of Tri City United, lost by 8-1 decision to Mason Pagel of Northfield and won by medical forfeit over Parker Muth of East Ridge. Senior Hunter Farnick placed third in the 285 pound weight class. He won by fall at 0:53 over Darwin Paiz of East Ridge, lost by fall at 2:44 to Isaiah Noeldner of Owatonna, won by fall at 0:32 over Andrew Rantilla of Stillwater and won by fall at 1:30 over Robert Bastyr of Tri City United. The Storm compete in the St. Michael-Albertville Invitational beginning at 9 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 7, at the St. MichaelAlbertville High School in St. Michael. Teams: 1. Stillwater 256.5 points, 2. Northfield 216, 3. Owatonna 200.5, 4. Tri City United 119, 5. Faribault 110, 6. SRR 91, 7. Lewiston Altura Rushford Peter 71.5, 8. East Ridge 42, 9. New Richland Heartland Ellendale Geneva 42 and 10. Austin 3.

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SPORTS girls hockey

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Sauer leads team scoring Storm gymnasts compete in season opener

Storm’n Sabres fall to St. Cloud, win over Willmar

Floren, Caruth, Weisenbeck earn all-around honors

A 3-1 win over the Willmar Cardinals Dec. 3 at Sports Arena East in Sauk Rapids boosted the Storm’n Sabres girls hockey team after SSRR fell to the St. Cloud Icebreakers 4-2 Nov. 30. Eighth grade forward Nora Sauer has been a strong force for the girls. Thus far this season, Sauer has tallied four goals and three assists. She is the statistical leader for the team. “Nora is off to a great start,” said Marty Anderson, head coach. “She is very strong, especially for an eighth grader, and her strength and skill gives her an advantage in tight spaces around the net. Her work ethic on and off the ice has paid off early

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Lauren Wensel brings the puck near the net as she skates past St. Cloud’s Thea Ritter and attempts a shot against goalie Ashlea Arvidson Nov. 30 in St. Cloud. The Storm’n Sabres lost to St. Cloud 4-2.

this season and hopefully it will continue.” SSRR 3, Willmar 1 Senior forward Anna Orth put the first shot in the net for SSRR 5:58 into the first. Sauer found the net next for the Storm’n Sabres 8:12 into the second.

The Storm’n Sabres had a power play opportunity, and sophomore defender Erika Johnson found the net during that time 12:36 into the second. With a 3-0 lead going into the third, SSRR allowed Willmar to score only once. Senior Chloe Stockinger guarded the net, making 27 saves. SSRR attempted 30 shots on goal while Willmar had 28. The Storm’n Sabres sat 12 minutes on six penalty infractions while the Cardinals sat four minutes on two infractions. St. Cloud 4, SSRR 2 Majority possession and power play opportunities catapulted the Storm’n Sabres to a 2-0 lead halfway point in the game Nov. 30 at the Municipal Athletic Complex in St. Cloud. The game was a reconstructed matchup in the Turkey Trot tournament. Due to Eighth-grade forward Nora Sauer attempts to gain weather, SSRR did not possession against St. Cloud’s Jordann Swingle Nov. 30 play Duluth Marshall in St. Cloud. The Storm’n Sabres lost 4-2. Nov. 29 but faced the Ice-

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Sauk Rapids-Rice gymnasts Justus Floren, Samantha Caruth and Carley Weisenbeck earned all-around honors in the season opener Dec. 3 against the Dutchmen at the Melrose High School in Melrose. Floren, a junior, placed third with 32.9 points, eight grade athlete Caruth finished in fourth with 32.75 and freshman Weisenbeck in fifth with 32.65. The three helped the Storm to a successful first meet of the 2019-20 season, despite the 138.9133.025 loss. “There is so much to be proud of,” said Elizabeth Walek, head coach. “Our biggest highlight was our vault where we posted two 9.1 scores and had a strong team score.” Floren and senior Morgan Thompson shined on vault as the two tied for second place, each with a score of 9.1. Caruth took second on bars with an 8.6, and Liberty Kosloski took third on beam with an 8.275. “We did very well for our first meet,” Walek said. “We need to continue to focus on what is important and build off our strengths with improvements. I’d love to see everyone stick their beam and be cleaner overall on floor.” The Storm travel to take on the Flyers at 6

p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 10, at the Little Falls Community Education Center in Little Falls. Vault: 2. Floren 9.1 of 10 possible points, 2. Thompson 9.1, 5. Weisenbeck 8.9, 6. Kosloski 8.85 and 9. Caruth 8.45. Bars: 2. Caruth 8.6, 4. Weisenbeck 8.3, 6. Kosloski 8.15, 8. Floren 7.475 and 9. Sophia Markfelder 7.375. Beam: 3. Kosloski 8.275, 5. Caruth 8.05, 7. Floren 7.825, 9. Thompson 7.35 and 10. Weisenbeck 7.3. Floor: 6. Floren 8.5, 7. Thompson 8.45, 8. Weisenbeck 8.15, 9. Ava Plemel 7.95 and 10. Caruth 7.65. All-around: 3. Floren 32.9, 4. Caruth 32.75 and 5. Weisenbeck 32.65.

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RICE – The life of a Christmas tree grower is that of dedication and patience – just ask Joel Golden. Golden lives the Christmas season yearround and has since he was a child. “It’s a family tradition; it’s a legacy,” said Golden, the thirdgeneration owner of Goldens Nursery and Tree Farm in Rice. “It started from nothing, just by cutting trees out of a windbreak to make ends meet and grew to a huge business. Now, it’s a family tradition. It’s nice to see everybody come out every year.” The evergreen business planted its roots in Benton County over 60 years ago

when Golden’s grandparents, Clarence and Effie, moved to Minnesota from Nebraska. The couple had plans to ranch their newly purchased property but soon discovered it was less suitable for raising livestock than the Great Plains. Their adult sons Gerald (Golden’s father) and Virgil joined them in Minnesota the following spring, and the four looked for an alternative solution to support their family. “In 1958, they began cutting trees out of windbreaks and sawing them for $2 a piece,” said Golden, who also works as a custodian at Royalton High School. “From there, they expanded. Land was cheap, and they bought a lot of land and planted it with trees.” At the height of the family’s

that is when we really started working. We were working 4046 hours a week, trimming and painting trees.” Growing Christmas trees is a year-round task. When Golden is not harvesting trees for people to adorn their homes, he is grooming the evergreens for future years. In the spring months, Golden searches for the next generation of crop and hand digs tiny trees that have germinated from the seed beds Joel Golden page 2B

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Golden begins by shearing Scotch Pine, then moves to White pine, then Norway, then Balsam. Scotch Pine must be sheared each year once they reach about 3 feet tall. His window of opportunity is short, and he finishes the annual task before mid-July when the green growth hardens and becomes woody. The trees newly cut branches sap over and form buds before the dormant season. These will swell and grow in the coming spring. Between planting, shearing and harvest season, Golden mows his fields for weed control,

traps pocket gophers and monitors for bugs and disease. He also hopes for rain on his unirrigated sandy soil. “We need a lot of moisture, a lot of rain,” Golden said. “The wind dries the ground out fast. We had a drought one year, and it was so windy that the trees on the edges of the field died just from the wind drying the ground out.” Rain is not the only weather element that can affect the growth of an evergreen. A late frost can damage buds so the tree’s growth is stunted, Joel Golden page 3B

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Precut Christmas trees are displayed inside a building at Goldens Nursery and Tree Farm Dec. 4 in Rice. The building provides customers and trees protection from the weather elements.

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Joe Biden has been it hard for struggling running around the The farmers to hold on in the country in a bus with face of rising bankruptcy No Malarkey written on Business rates,” Duvall said. “The the side in huge letters. of Farming more time that passes, One of the late night the more difficult it shows sent a person to by will be to win back the streets to ask people Roger Strom this important export what malarkey is. Not to Ag market, regardless of __________ anyone’s surprise, young Columnist__________ any trade agreement.” China trade is not tpeople had no idea, which could turn out to be a swing and the only roadblock for agriculture trade. a miss for Biden. We still do not have an agreement with But for those of us who do know Canada and Mexico. the meaning of malarkey, it is a good With the House focus on word to describe what is happening impeachment proceedings, United Agreement tin Washington with regards to farm States-Mexico-Candan legislation, especially regarding the seems to have been put on the back fiasco with the China trade situation. burner. (Another phrase younger people President Trump now says he may may not understand). We were told prefer to work out a trade deal with by the House that the USMCA would China after the 2020 election. He told be ratified in September. That was reporters he likes the idea of waiting. moved to October and then November. Just a few days ago, we were being told The latest word is that in the House, a trade deal was close and according Democrats and U.S. Trade Ambassador to Trump, we were in the final throes Lighthizer are close to finalizing the of negotiations with the Chinese vice USMCA so it can be voted on. Notice Premier. the use of the word close. That is malarkey, big time. Farmers It is possible and quite probable cannot wait for the president to make both the China and USMCA trade pacts that kind of decision when he feels are going to slide into the New Year. In like it. The promise of a China deal has addition to the impeachment process, gone on way too long, and it is time for lawmakers have a long list of things Washington to end the malarkey and on their to-do list before the Christmas live up to those commitments. break including the approval of 2020 Not only is the president hedging spending to avoid another government on getting a deal done, but according to shutdown. commerce secretary Wilbur Ross, For the younger generation “If nothing happens between now and that does not know the meaning of December 15, the president has made it malarkey, I will help you out. Malarkey clear he’ll put the increased tariffs in.” means about the same as poppycock, American Farm Bureau Federation shenanigans, hooey, bunk, baloney, President Zippy Duvall put it this way: rigmarole and tomfoolery. “Trade aid payments are not making … just sayin’. farmers whole, and further delay in reaching an agreement would make

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and a late snowfall can create winter burn which damages the tree’s needles or kills buds as well. A harvestable Christmas tree is years in the making. Golden predicts only 50% Scotch Pine and 80% Balsam fir trees reach maturity. It can take the grower four years of planting to get a field at capacity due to die-off of infant trees. In his lifetime, Golden has likely seen only four or five generations of trees grown from seed to harvest in his fields. “Each tree grows at a different rate; they are not always the same,” Golden said. “Even though they may be all Balsam, they can still grow differently. It can be 10-15 years before you can get an 8-foot tree on Balsam. It all has to do with the

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ST. CLOUD – In a world driven by technology, convenience and instant satisfaction, Brad Hagfors is hoping to make dairy’s mark on this new era of consumers. “I’ve been called the Amazon of dairy and that’s really resonated with people,” Hagfors said. “I’m providing an old fashioned service in a modern way.” Hagfors is the owner of Dairy2U, a dairy foods delivery service based in St. Cloud. The business caters to households in the surrounding communities of Sartell, St. Joseph and Sauk Rapids. The entrepreneur works in partnership with local dairy farmer Grant Schoenberg and his Stony Creek Dairy, of Melrose. Customers order online what dairy products they would

like delivered to their homes – fluid milk varieties, heavy cream and butter. Customers may also order kitchen staples, such as locally sourced bread, eggs and pizza. Then, Hagfors receives the order and begins preparing it at his warehouse where it is later picked up for delivery. Hagfors works with Food Dudes Delivery and also oversees central Minnesota’s last milkman route. “I want to provide people with a service to get what they need whenever they need it without going to the store and filling their carts with everything else,” Hagfors said. The Minnetonka native started his food delivery business in September after working with a business coach to develop a plan that would best meet his intentions and the needs of the surrounding c o m m u n i t i e s . “We saw the time was now to do something like this,” Hagfors said. “This is an area where

families are busy but still want to eat healthy.” When Hagfors was put in contact with Schoenberg, he knew the dairy farmer was the ideal partner in the business venture. “This is the heartland of America and the heart of America’s farmers,” said Hagfors of central Minnesota. “I have such a passion for helping small businesses and encouraging people to shop local. With this business model, we could help a small farmer get back into the mainstream of consumers, and it’s a win-win for everyone.” The delivery business is centered on providing a product and service unlike any other retail store. “I’m not here to compete with the Coborn’s or Walmart stores,” Hagfors said. “Stony Creek has created a niche market with their product, and we’re here to work with that niche and expand it to a new area.” With the traditional milkman route, Hagfors is working with the

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I’m blazing a trail.” As a start-up business, there are many unknowns Hagfors is working through. He is fine-tuning product delivery with Schoenberg as the customer base is further established. Aside from working with perishable foods, Hagfors’s biggest challenge is adjusting to the technology, which is the center point of his delivery service. Currently, customers are encouraged to order from the company’s website. Hagfors is

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to the elements. If it is not possible to provide a shelter for these animals, at the least a windbreak should be provided. Young calves, less than 3 weeks of age, can begin feeling cold stress at even 60 degrees, so observe calves daily for cold stress now and be sure to have calf jackets washed and ready for those that need them and offer an adequate amount of clean, dry bedding. Now is also a great time to think about winter feeding strategies. As the temperature drops, cattle’s energy needs increase; they need to work harder to keep themselves warm. Some cattle will eat twice the amount of feed they do in the warmer months. At the very least, ensuring there is a higher density of energy in the feed will help cattle maintain their body temperature. Work with your nutritionist to determine the best course in balancing rations for higher energy content in the winter months. As feed intake increases, so does water intake. If water

availability is restricted, feed intake will be reduced. If you do not have a heated waterer, make a point to manually provide warm water several times a day. You should also consider increasing energy levels for calves and providing them with plenty of fresh, warm water. Warm water does not require the calf to use excess energy to heat it to internal body temperature. Around the farm While preparing for the needs of animals in the winter is the most important, there are other cold weather preparedness measures you should take to ensure the whole farm, people included, is ready for cold weather. Around the farm yard, consider any preparations that need to be made related to blowing and melting snow. This may include putting up snow fence or planning snow breaks to minimize drifting near driveways and walking paths. Now is also the time to consider fill for areas that get muddy or troublesome during snow melt. Lastly, consider what should be done in cases of extreme winter weather. These considerations should include a contingency plan if milk cannot be picked up on time and how to get plowed out quickly. This is also a good time to think about an emergency action plan, which is a critical part of year-round risk management. If you

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Beehler family benefits from annual proceeds By Ann Olson, Benton They reside near Popple County 4-H program Creek. Their family coordinator includes son Michael

FOLEY – As a 4-H member and volunteer, we regularly pledge, “our hands to larger service.” Members of the Benton County 4-H program and community carried out this pledge with their actions at the annual 4-H Silent Auction Benefit which took place Nov. 17 at Mr. Jim’s in Foley. The silent auction is an annual event in which Benton County 4-H raises money for a community member or family in need. Recipients are generally in need for medical reasons. Past recipients include people suffering from cancer, accident victims and people with other debilitating diseases. The 2019 recipient of benefit proceeds e was the Kenny Beehler f afamily. Kenny is 56 years -old and has been married dto Donita for 31 years. f

and daughter-in-law Kassie and their children Vincent, 3, and Mason, 1, as well as son Kevin and daughter-in-law Alyssa and their children Harper, 3, and Hudson, 1. Kenny has been employed by Centra Sota Cooperative for 33 years. Kenny and Donita have been a part of the Benton County 4-H program for over 30 years. In June, after experiencing stomach and back aches, Kenny was diagnosed with stage 3 kidney cancer. He underwent the removal of his right kidney, tumor, an adrenal gland and lymph nodes July 12. The surgery was a success but doctors discovered another tumor forming on the left kidney. Kenny returned to the Mayo Clinic in Rochester to have

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Kenny and Donita Beehler, of Popple Creek, stand at the 4-H Silent Auction Benefit Nov. 17 in Foley. Kenny was diagnosed with stage 3 kidney cancer in June and received the benefits of the annual event to help with medical treatment costs.

thermal ablation done to that tumor Sept. 12 and as of now, the treatment has been successful. He will undergo further scans to monitor the remaining kidney. Through the original scans, Kenny was also told he has an aortic aneurysm that doctors will monitor and treat. Kenny continues to be in great spirits and

keeps a positive attitude. Benton County 4-H clubs St. Pat’s, Elk River Critters, Pioneers and 79ers assisted with hosting the silent auction this year. There were several other clubs that also helped with the auction and specifically brought sweets for a

bake sale. “It is always so exciting to see all of the businesses and community members so willing to donate items for the silent auction,” said Karen Sakry, of St. Pat’s 4-H Club. “We had such a huge turn out this evening, and it is encouraging to see the community come out to support this family.” Approximately 500 people filled the event center to bid on over 200 auction items. Guests were served sloppy joes, salad, chips and desserts. The auction items were donated by 4-H clubs, family members,

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Conservation tillage conference is Dec. 17-18

FOLEY — The University of Minnesota Extension along with Stearns County Soil and Water Conservation District is hosting the 2019 Conservation Tillage Conference Dec. 17-18 at the Holiday Inn Conference Center in St. Cloud. Roll up your sleeves for practical, hands-on information that will save you soil, time, fuel and money. This conference emphasizes proven farmer experience and applied science. Straight from the fields, learn how heavier, colder soils are not necessarily the challenge they are made out to be. Hear from long-time no-till, reduced tillage and cover crop

farmers as they share their experiences, so you can be spared the same hard-learned lessons. This conference is geared for both the experienced and novice growers and consultants. Conference highlights include reduced till, no-till and cover crop strategies; economics of soil management systems; weed species shift and control; nutrient management in high residue systems, and more. Informal table talk sessions will follow to allow time to interact with speakers and industry representatives. Two expert panel sessions will discuss using multiple methods

to improve soil health and their bottom line as well as tricks they have learned. Panels include conservation farmers, skilled crop consultants and experienced livestock producers. The two-day conference will open with keynote speaker David Lobb from the University of Manitoba. He has researched the economic impact of wind erosion across Manitoba and western Minnesota. More than 20 vendors representing equipment, products and services will be on-site throughout both days. Attendees who stay for the entire conference will be offered 12 continuing education units. Register online or find more information at http://z.umn.edu/ digthectc or by calling 320-235-0726, Ext. 2001.

Benton County 79ers 4-H Club members – Katelynn Pollard, Laura Pollard, Denise Roberts and Brady Roberts – sit at the registration table at the 4-H Silent Auction Benefit Nov. 17 at Mr. Jim’s in Foley. The event benefitted Kenny and Donita Beehler, who have volunteered with the Benton County 4-H program for more than 30 years.

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2020 DMC enrollment open

Adjustments to more accurately reflect production history BY JENNIFER COYNE STAFF WRITER

SAUK CENTRE – With only a few months remaining in the first year of the Dairy Margin Coverage program, considering how the program will fit into the farm’s business model for 2020 should be on the minds of many. Enrollment for the program in 2020 opened Oct. 7 and will close Dec. 13. “We had a high rate of participation in 2019 (in Stearns County), and we’ve been promoting the program for next year,” Ryan Brunn said. Brunn is Stearns County’s executive director for the United States Department of Agriculture Farm Service Agency. While the structure of the program will remain the same, there is a slight change to benefit farms that have transitioned ownership. This year, dairy farmers have the option to apply for a one-time retroactive intergenerational transfer provision, which would account for a family member becoming a stakeholder in the dairy business and adjusting production history accordingly.

“With this retroactive option, if a lineal family member joined the dairy farm and they purchased cattle for the dairy, production history would be increased proportionate to the number of cattle added,” Brunn said. The provision will include intergenerational transfers from 2014 to present and cattle purchased within 120 days of the family member joining the farm. “A lineal family member means a son, daughter, adopted child or grandchild or a spouse of any of those,” Brunn said. A similar rule was in place in the former Margin Protection Program. To participate in DMC, dairy farmers must enroll by the December deadline, regardless if they are signing up for the first time or have locked in an elected coverage level for five years. When enrolling, farmers are responsible for paying a yearly $100 administrative fee and signing a contract. “We need farmers to enroll whether this is a one-time participation or the second year of five

years,” Brunn said. “It’s a way for us to catch if there are any changes to the business.” Such changes would be if the business was restructured and to confirm the dairy has continued selling milk commercially. Or, if the farm has discontinued milking cows, then FSA also needs to be informed. “Our goal is to make sure they still meet the criteria of the program,” Brunn said. “It’s a way for us to have continued communication with everyone; to get together once a year and go over the accuracy of the farm’s information for enrollment.” As of Oct. 28, 85% of licensed dairy operations in the United States were enrolled in DMC and received more than $300 million in indemnity payments in 2019, according to the USDA. At the top of the list was Wisconsin’s dairy industry. To date, 5,884 of the state’s 6,518 dairy operations with established production history have received a total of $68,808,842 in indemnity payments. “While we don’t know how enrollment will ultimately go for this coming year, we are doing a small amount of outreach so farmers are aware,” Brunn said. In the first month

of 2020 enrollment, the nation has seen 2.49% of its dairy operations with established production history opt in for DMC. Wisconsin dairy farms make up nearly half

the list with 327 farms enrolled, 5% of the state’s dairy industry. For more information on DMC enrollment, speak with a county FSA agent

or visit the USDA’s website at http:// w w w. f s a . u s d a . g o v / programs-and-services/ dairy-margin-coverageprogram/index.

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