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Vol. 165, No. 13

County details sales tax for transportation Itemized cost of individual projects added

BY NATASHA BARBER STAFF WRITER

FOLEY – Detail has been added to Benton County’s Local Option Sales Tax for Transportation.

At the request of the Minnesota Department of Revenue, the Benton County Board of Commissioner’s amended the tax for transportation resolution July 2. The revised document includes a termination date, an itemized estimated cost report of each project and a total of all projects.

The resolution was approved unanimously contingent upon the fact that the projects would not need to be executed in the order listed in the document.

Benton County approved a .5% retail sales tax increase to generate revenue for roadways May 21. The tax, which amounts to 50 cents of a $100 purchase, will be used for 33 road projects and three bridge replacements in the county.

With the additions, the tax will expire in Dec. 31, 2037, or when the nearly $35 million is collected – whichever comes first. Benton County administrator Monty Headley said that although a termination date is set in the document, the state has informed the county that should the funds for the projects not be reached by that time, the county can apply to extend the tax.

The tax is expected to be-

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Remembering

country school

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Alumni of District 127 school – Dale Erdmann (front, from left), Brian Erdmann, Mickey Kuklock, Tom Diederich and Rich Diederich; (back, from left) Dwain Nelson, Philip Nelson, Gene Doeden, Jerome Nelson and Lloyd Erdmann gather at the Philip Nelson farm June 29 in Rice.

The rural country school house, built in 1918, is near the property.

Nelson reflects on a time gone by

BY DANNA SABOLIK STAFF WRITER

RICE – As pioneers began to settle Minnesota’s Mississippi River valley, the need for places to educate children

became apparent.

In 1918, a school was built for families of Mayhew Lake and Watab townships.

The school was constructed east of a farm owned by Axel Nelson on County Road 78 in Mayhew Lake Township. The building was nicknamed the Nelson School.

Former students who at-

tended the school gathered for a reunion, reminiscing on times passed at the Nelson Farm June 29 in Rice.

“I attended there eight years and so did my dad,” said Jerome Nelson, Axel’s grandson. “And, so did all of my siblings.”

The school was known as District No. 66. It was later re-

numbered to No. 127.

Nelson attended the school for grades 1-8 and then furthered his education at Sauk Rapids High School.

“It was a big adjustment to go to the big school,” Nelson said. “We went from having three kids in a class to about

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Taking the Tour Meierhofer is daily cyclist

BY ANNA HINKEMEYER | STAFF WRITER

SAUK RAPIDS – Deb Meierhofer experiences life atop two wheels with her handlebars and the world in front of her.

“I bike daily for a lot of different reasons,” said Meierhofer, of Sauk Rapids. “I bike 6 miles a day just going to and from work. I run errands on my bike. It’s an enjoyable activity for me.”

Meierhofer has enjoyed biking from the time she was a young child, became more interested as a teenager. She picked up the hobby when she could no longer run long distances. Today, Meierhofer rides area trails and participates in organized rides in the area. Her bike of choice is a Jamis 18 speed.

“It’s a commuter bike,” Meierhofer said. “Not necessarily

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Deb Meierhofer, of Sauk Rapids, stands with her bike in front of her home July 2 in Sauk Rapids. Meierhofer will be riding in the Tour of Saints bicycling event July 14 in St. Joseph.

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NEWS

Linn on road to recovery following crash Family adjusts to new normal at home

BY ANNA HINKEMEYER STAFF WRITER

SAUK RAPIDS – One moment, one accident is all it took to change the lives of Shelby Linn and her family forever.

“The last thing I remember was them pulling me from the car, but I don’t remember the accident itself,” said Shelby, 18.

“Now I can’t remember anything that happened in the week or two before the accident either.”

On Jan. 19, Shelby and her friend were involved in a car crash at the intersection of Highway 25 and Glen Street in Foley. Shelby was transported to North Memorial Health Hospital in Minneapolis with life threatening injuries. She suffered a traumatic brain injury, a minor brain hemorrhage, broken ribs and a fractured femur.

“We got the call about the accident, but we didn’t know what to expect,” said Becky Linn, Shelby’s mother. “When I tried calling Shelby’s phone and she didn’t answer, I knew it was more serious than we maybe thought. It wasn’t until the second call from the accident scene that we knew North Memorial was

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The Linn family – Aaron (from left), Mark, Shelby, Carter and Becky – celebrate Shelby’s graduation from Sauk Rapids-Rice High School May 29 in St. Cloud. Shelby, 18, was involved in a car crash Jan. 19 and sustained a traumatic brain injury among other injuries, making participating in high school graduation an even greater accomplishment.

Gillette’s Children’s Specialty Healthcare hospital in St. Paul for more recovery. Every day was nerve wracking for the Linns.

“We have such an energetic girl,” said Mark Linn, Shelby’s father. “She has never let anything stop her. To see her laying in a hospital bed going through what she did was tough. It killed me to see her like that.”

After the crash, Shelby had a vision. It included her great-grandfather and grandfather on her dad’s side of the family.

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we have to come up with plan B on the fly because Shelby is too tired or is overstimulated.”

In May, Shelby was determined to participate in her senior prom at Sauk Rapids-Rice High School and walk across the stage at graduation with her peers. She accomplished both.

“They were huge accomplishments,” Becky said. “She was happy to be able to do both but had repercussions of exhaustion in the days following both.”

Prior to the accident, Shelby had plans of attending Vermilion Community College to pursue a degree that would allow her to be a veterinarian or zookeeper for exotic and large animals. She also wanted to pursue photography. That will now be put on hold.

Each week, Shelby has up to 13 appointments and is relearning basic tasks such as cooking and cleaning. She is adjusting to possible triggers for overstimulation while dealing with frequent distractions and short-term memory loss. She often has sleepless nights, leaving her parents with less sleep as well.

“If she wakes up in the middle of the night and cannot fall back asleep, someone has to go be with her,” Becky said. “She needs someone with her in order to feel safe.”

Shelby used to enjoy camping, water skiing, biking and going for walks on her own. Now, all of these activities can be overstimulating to her body. However, the former specialized diver for the Sauk Rapids-Rice High School girls swim and dive team still enjoys being in the water and underwent pool therapy during her recovery.

“When she started pool therapy, we saw a little spark in her,” Becky said. “There was a little more drive. Shelby has always loved the water, and she started swimming lessons when she was 2.”

Support from family and friends has helped the Linn family adjust to the new normal.

“From the very first day, the support was overwhelming,” Becky said.

“We had people praying for her and sending us messages every Saturday after the accident praying for her at 11:45 a.m., the time the accident happened.”

Generosity will continue with a benefit at Rollie’s Rednecks and Longnecks in late August.

“Shelby used to work at Rollie’s,” Becky said.

“When they heard about the accident, they stepped up right away and wanted to help.”

The event which takes place at noon Aug. 24 is co-hosted by the Tinville Lions Club.

Through the journey of recovery, Shelby’s family believed she would pull through.

“We knew she believed because she has been involved in The ROC, a youth group out in Foley,” Becky said. “I knew we needed to keep praying, and she would get better.”

Today, Mark and Becky feel blessed to be able to spend time as a family and have made it a priority in their daily life.

“We have been blessed to watch Shelby’s regrowth and to still have her with us,” Becky said.

“We are so proud of how far she has come on this journey. Second chances aren’t given by chance, and it is a blessing the way this all turned out.”

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Mark and Shelby Linn take a walk together down the hall of Gillette’s Children’s Specialty Healthcare hospital in St. Paul earlier this year. The Linn family has been adjusting to their new lifestyle to meet Shelby’s needs since a car crash in January caused multiple injuries.

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Country school from front

70.”

The country school in rural Rice may still be standing but has not been used for classes since 1966.

Nelson said he and his fellow students – from families such as the Doedens, Vohses, Diederichs and Erdmanns – were taught the three R’s: reading, writing and arithmetic. They also learned drawing, geography, history, music, penmanship, social studies and spelling.

With only one teacher, learning was a contrast to today.

“Each class had a certain amount of time with the teacher, and they would go up to her desk and she taught,” Nelson said. “In the meantime, you would read or do assignments, and she would continue teaching.”

The school hosted social events, too. They threw a Halloween party,

Meierhofer from front meant for roads as it has a little bit thicker tires but good for getting to and from work and running errands. I have had this brand of bike before, and I like it.”

Meierhofer will participate in the Tour of Saints bicycle ride July 14 which begins at the College of St. Benedict in St. Joseph. The route has three distances – 18, 35 or 50 miles – and cycles its way through Cold Spring, Collegeville and back to St. Joseph.

Meierhofer plans to cycle the 35 mile leg of the ride with friends Paul and Bonnie Raduns, as well as her brother, Richard Dorhmann.

“It is a gorgeous ride,” Meierhofer said. “I did the 35 mile last time which has some nice rolling hills and weaves through some residential and field areas. It has a lot of scenery to break up the ride.”

The Tour of Saints is in its 39th year and has had more than 1,000 cyclists annually. It is one of the longest rides Meierhofer has been on, and she hopes to try the 50 mile ride someday.

Meierhofer does not have a training regimen.

shared Valentine’s Day correspondence and put on a Christmas program each year for the public.

Friday afternoons were spent learning music and square dancing.

While the parties were fun, Nelson said the highlight of every day was noon hour when the students could play baseball outdoors.

“We played ball every day,” Nelson said. “I also remember playing ante over, fox and goose, and cross-out kittenball.”

Cross-out kittenball was played when they did not have enough players to cover all the baseball diamond bases.

Rather than the typical act of tagging a runner out, players threw the ball in front of the runner to count him out.

Because the Nelson home was close to the school – less than 300 yards – Nelson and his siblings often went home for dinner during the day.

They made an exception occasionally on Fridays when students could bring a potato to school, carve their initials on it and bake it on the stove.

Milk was delivered every day for the students, and

She has been trying to bike on various trails in the area.

“I have a son who lives in St. Augusta, so I will take the Beaver Island trail from downtown St. Cloud by the civic center and ride out there,” Meierhofer said.

“I enjoy riding on that trail, especially now that they added the new part by the civic center.”

Meierhofer plans to ride the Soo Line Trail from the Highway 10 access point north of Royalton to Holdingford and back this weekend in preparation for the Tour of Saints.

“I have never been on the Soo Line before, but I am excited for it,” Meierhofer said.

One of Meierhofer’s favorite aspects of cycling is the scenery.

“You do see scenery if you walk or drive your car, but I feel like you see so much more on a bike,” Meierhofer said. “There is a lot to see without having to go real far.”

While much of her riding is done in the St. Cloud area, Meierhofer has taken her bike up to the Duluth area and on the Migizi Bike Trail in the Chippewa National Forest near Cass Lake. In Duluth, she biked from the city of Duluth to Jay Cooke State Park, along

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Students attend District 127 school in 1957 in rural Rice. Jerome Nelson is the middle student in the row of three.

Students grades 1-8 were taught by one teacher in the schoolhouse.

Fridays children received a special treat: chocolate milk.

Given the proximity, the teacher and children utilized the Nelson farm’s well for water.

“We would have to haul three 3 gallon buckets of water to the school every day,” Nelson said.

“That was kind of our break.”

In the summer of 1966, the school was annexed into the Sauk Rapids School District, marking the end of an

era for rural students of Watab and Mayhew Lake townships.

Learning in a one room schoolhouse with neighbors who became more like family was a unique experience for Nelson.

“Everybody knew everybody and everybody knew everything about everybody,” he said. “It was pretty neat.”

the north shore and to Park Point.

“I did the ride alone as I do with most of my rides,” Meierhofer said of her ride in Duluth. “I was there to enjoy the scenery, and it was such a beautiful area for it. I enjoyed that ride a lot.”

When she bikes the Migizi Bike Trail, her husband Joe travels to the area with her.

“He sits in the boat on Cass Lake fishing all day,” Meierhofer said.

“I can’t sit still in a boat like that all day, so he fishes and I bike.”

Meierhofer encourages everyone to try cycling as well as partici-

pate in the Tour of Saints.

“Biking is doable for just about anybody,” Meierhofer said. “It is a great way to get exercise, spend time with family and friends and save on emissions among other things. The Tour of Saints is one of the most enjoyable rides I have been on, so I encourage people to come try that as well.”

District 127 country school stands vacant in 1987 in rural Rice. The Nelson family purchased the land surrounding the school when it was annexed to Sauk Rapids school district and allowed horses to graze the area.

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Deb Meierhofer rides her bike through her Sauk Rapids neighborhood July 2. Meierhofer rides her bike daily for her commute to work, running errands and riding for pleasure.

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RICE – Rice Police Chief Ross Hamann will be recognized for saving Brenda Marthaler’s life July 15.

The award will be presented at the 7 p.m. July 15 Rice City Council meeting.

According to the Rice American Legion Post No. 473, Marthaler suffered a heart attack and survived because Hamann was first on the scene and administered first aid until medical teams arrived. Without Hamann’s life-saving efforts the outcome may have been different.

Commander Fred Segler of the Hasso Briese Post No. 473 will present the award on behalf of all members of their American Legion family. Marthaler will also be in attendance.

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In other board news: - Approved a grant application to receive funds from the Minnesota Department of Public Safety to offset costs associated with the Minnesota Licensing and Registration System, commonly known as MNLARS. Based on the number of dealer transactions between July 2014 and June 30, 2017, Benton County should be awarded $43,252.82.

The Minnesota legislature scrapped the MNLARS system during a special session in May. It will be replaced by new software known as Vehicle Title and Registration System.

- Accepted and filed Benton County’s pay equity compliance certificate for 2019. The county is required to submit a report on payment to employees every three years.

GRAPH KEY: CSAH = County state-aid highway CR = County road TH = Trucking highway

Projects to be funded by the Local Option Sales Tax for Transportation in Benton County 1 CSAH 1, CR 78 to CSAH 2 ............................................$975,000 2 CSAH 4, CSAH 3 to TH 23 .............................................$675,000 3 CSAH 4, CSAH 1 to CSAH 3 ......................................$1,750,000 4 CSAH 5, Gilman to Mille Lacs County line ................$1,350,000 5 CSAH 7, CSAH 4 to TH 23 .............................................$375,000 6 CSAH 7, TH 95 to CSAH 4 ..........................................$1,000,000 7 CSAH 12, CSAH 21 to TH 25 .........................................$675,000 8 CSAH 13, TH 10 to CSAH 3 ........................................$1,575,000 9 CSAH 25, TH 95 to Sherburne County line ....................$300,000 10 CSAH 25, TH 95 to TH 23 ..............................................$337,500 11 CSAH 33, CSAH 3 to TH 15 ...........................................$225,000 12 CR 43, CSAH 3 to Foley .................................................$825,000 13 CR 43, CR 58 to TH 25 ...................................................$600,000 14 CR 45, CSAH 1 to CSAH 8 .............................................$700,000 15 CR 46, TH 10 to TH 23....................................................$450,000 16 CR 50, Bridge over Stony Brook .....................................$125,000 17 CR 53, CSAH 7 to TH 23 ................................................$175,000 18 CR 55, CSAH 33 to Gordon Bridge ...............................$125,000 19 CR 56, CSAH 12 to Morrison County line ...................$1,050,000 20 CR 57, CSAH 3 to CSAH 29 ...........................................$875,000 21 CR 66, TH 23 to CSAH 22 ...........................................$2,555,000 22 CR 70, CSAH 22 to Morrison County line .....................$350,000 23 CR 74, St. Cloud city limits to CSAH 1 ............................$75,000 24 CR 75, St. Cloud city limits to CSAH 1 ............................$75,000 25 CR 78, CSAH 13 to CSAH 2 ..........................................$375,000 26 CR 79, CR 55 to TH 10 ...................................................$350,000 27 CR 80, 35th over Mayhew Creek ....................................$125,000 28 CR 80, CR 80 over Mayhew Creek .................................$125,000 29 CR 84, CR 82 to TH 25 ...................................................$300,000 30 CR 88, CSAH 1 to CR 46 ................................................$150,000 31 CR 90, CSAH 8 to Sherburne County line ...................... $112,500 32 CR 29, Extension to CSAH 3 .......................................$4,480,000 33 CR 50, TH 23 to CR 62 ................................................$1,600,000 34 CR 62, TH 95 to TH 23.................................................$5,400,000 35 CR 80, CSAH 8 to CSAH 3 ..........................................$2,090,000 36 CR 55, 95th Street Northwest to Rice city limits..........$2,000,000 Total of all projects..........................................................$34,815,000

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Roadwork continues in Watab Township

BY NATASHA BARBER STAFF WRITER

SAUK RAPIDS – Road repairs were the focus of the Watab Township Board meeting July 2. Supervisors Julie Johnson, Todd Waytashek and Steve Wollak continue to share updates on projects underway and plans for the future.

Nick Anderson, township engineer and representative of Bogart, Pederson and Associates Inc., said Frost Road Northwest is prepared for grading, seeding and bituminous.

Pavement is planned to be scheduled in the coming week. The speed limit on Frost Road Northwest will remain 35 mph.

As Frost Road is finalized, the 85th Street Northwest project west of Highway 10 will begin.

With six months of the year completed, the council approved completing survey work and preliminary engineering for the 2020 project on 105th Street Northwest from Highway 10 west

to County Road 55. Estimates for repairs to this .6 mile section were approximately $350,000 in 2018.

Anderson said because the township does not plan to do dirt work with this project and simply plans to mill and overlay, if adjacent property owners have drainage issues they should voice their concerns to the township board soon.

Waytashek asked how much weight the road would handle following construction.

Anderson said the road would remain a 9 ton road, but if the township chose to add an additional 1 inch of bituminous, it could increase the roadway to 10 ton.

The township is working with BNSF Railway on the application for the quiet agricultural railroad crossing on 105th Street Northwest. Because large equipment will be needed to be able to access the west side of Highway 10 at this point, the crossing will not have a median or median signage. The township board expects the crossing to cost more than previous quiet crossings; the last installed was $65,000.

Road striping and seal coating was tabled at the meeting.

The board will look to

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Anderson said the county agreed to add Watab Township’s striping needs to its own which would give the township a better cost because of the amount of work the contractor would be doing in the area. The striping bid came in at 30 cents per lineal foot when Anderson said it should be under 10 cents if the project scale was larger.

Seal coating bids were also high for similar reasons. With .6 mile bid, the project amount came to nearly $20,000. Waytashek plans to put together a larger seal coat project to see if the township can get more roads finished at a better rate.

The board approved purchasing an additional pallet of crack fill material. Sentence to Serve will be working on crack filling roads in July and August.

In other board news: - The township was asked by Benton County for opinions on conditional use permits and variance requests.

The board had no issues with two shoreline alteration permits as the property owners were working with the Department of Natural Resourc-

es.

Some discussion came of a CUP request from BCI Construction Inc., formerly known as Boser Construction Inc. The company is requesting to add a 2,045 square foot addition to the south of its building at 7135 Fifth Ave. N.E. The addition will house an additional 6-20 employees.

Delroy Rothstein, a resident of Fifth Avenue Northeast, said that although BCI has been good neighbors, there comes a time when a flourishing business must move to a properly zoned area. He said when the original CUP was allowed it was for a contractor’s shop limited to six on site employees.

He asked the township to send a ‘thumbs down’ opinion.

The supervisors expressed some agreement.

All plan to attend the planning commission meeting at 7 p.m. July 11 at the Benton County Government Center.

No one from BCI Construction Inc. was present at the meeting.

- Rick Kampa, of Zimmerman, and Lisa Terres, of Rice, addressed the board with their concerns regarding Sharon Place Northwest property lines and surveying. The issue

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Ground covers At this time of the year, our gardens may have areas we would like to change, whether it be filling in with new plants or covering up problem areas.

Ground cover plants are a useful way to do this or to follow up after spring bulbs have died

BY LINDA G. down completely. The name TENNESON ground cover implies a plant Green and that spreads easily, is pretty to Growing in look at and leaves little or no Benton County open areas. Ground covers can stabilize sloped areas that are hard to mow and often grow where grass will not. Many of them grow so thickly they keep weeds from growing. Some prefer full sun while others do well in part sun and part shade situations. Most ground covers grow low to the ground –10 inches high or less – and require little maintenance, except for removing runners that may try to expand into the lawn or other areas where they are not wanted. Ground covers may also be sheared off once a year if desired. Most ground covers spread by underground rhizomes, which makes later removing them difficult, so choose carefully.

My favorite ground cover is lamium. It has attractive variegated medium sized leaves and the most common varieties have purple or pink flowers that bloom all summer long. Another variety, yellow archangel, has bigger leaves and yellow flowers that are not as attractive. Vinca, also known as myrtle or periwinkle, is a civilized ground cover. It has glossy, dark green foliage and blue or purple flowers in spring. It is shallow rooted and does not out compete perennials. It will grow but not spread if planted in full shade. Snow on the mountain Aegopodium, also known as goutweed or bishop’s weed, has large light green variegated leaves and non-descript flowers. While it is sold commercially as a ground cover, I advise against planting it because of its extreme aggressiveness. Ajuga, Ajuga reptans, also known as pachysandra or bugleweed, uses less water and is an alternative for dry areas where grass struggles to grow. There are many varieties of this plant which has attractive dark reddish leaves. Creeping phlox (Phlox subulate) has needle shaped leaves, spring blooms that pollinators like and are not attractive to deer. It makes a thick carpet of flowers.

There are many varieties of sedum, but the low growing variety, also known as stonecrop, will grow in poor soil if it has good drainage and will work as a ground cover. This is a succulent with yellow, white or pink flowers. The leaves range from green to blueish gray. Hen and chicks (Sempervivum tectorum) is another hardy, succulent plant with an unusually shaped leaf that grows up in a circle adding interest to the garden. Candytuft (Iberis sempervirens) has white or pink blooms in the spring and grows best in full sun. Deer and rabbits leave this plant alone. European ginger (Asarum europaeum) has thick, glossy, rounded heart-shaped leaves. It is slower growing than other ground covers with tiny and unremarkable flowers. Deer do not like this plant and it performs well in shaded areas.

While strawberry plants are not usually included in a list of ground covers, a strawberry bed, planted and then allowed to spread without the runners being removed, becomes in effect a ground cover, with the added advantage of producing fruit. An online search will provide pictures and additional details about these and other ground covers that may be useful in your garden.

Linda G. Tenneson is a University of Minnesota Extension Master Gardener and Tree Care Advisor.

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We got wealth yes we do, we got wealth how about you?

America, the rich and powerful, am I later, I bet I would go back to the moment I right? Well that depends on who you ask. was able to set up my priorities in a heartThere are arguments about the wealth inbeat. equality in this country and arguments it is “For the love of money is a root of all impossible for the poor to obtain some, if kinds of evil, for which some have strayed any, of the wealth. What is wealth to you? from the faith in their greediness and It could mean a small retirement or a fat pierced themselves through with many sorinheritance. Wealth as the Bible tells it, is rows,” 1 Timothy 6:10. where we should all start when seeking to Money is not evil, the love of money gain it. is a root of all kinds of evil. If money is our “But those who desire to be rich fall BY MERCY NYGAARD priority, laying aside our design and purinto temptation and a snare, and into many pose, we will go through many sorrows.

Life by Faith foolish and harmful lusts which drown men We can balance our priorities by fulfilling in destruction and perdition,” 1 Timothy our purpose first: to love God, to glorify 6:9.

Him, to work (provide) for our families, help our spousThat is a tough one because I desire to be rich. I es, love and nurture our children. We can do this because think about how much easier life would be not having Jesus bought us with a price, giving us the Holy Spirit to to worry about debt and tuition dues. I am thankful God help us know right from wrong. has directed my priorities so desiring to be rich is not a Well, it turns out our family is very wealthy. temptation at this time. Helping my husband and loving “Praise the Lord! Blessed is the man who fears the my children, nurturing and ripening the environment at Lord, who delights greatly in His commandments. His home for the Holy Spirit to work is not going to get us descendants will be mighty on earth; the generation of tons of dollars any time soon. I am actually extremely the upright will be blessed. Wealth and riches will be in thankful because as a result of realizing the most im- his house, and his righteousness endures forever,” Psalm portant priorities for myself, the fruit of obedience turns 112. into gratitude.

We have not always feared the Lord. This is a good Obedience, you say? There is a rigid religious term. fear. A reverent fear that makes us love God with all of Rebellion sounds more fun. Well, if I rebel by not saving our hearts. The alternative is an eternity absent from and spend every dollar as it comes in, I am not having Him. The more my husband and I have followed God’s fun when an emergency arises. If I rebel by not loving priorities for our life over our own ideas, the more wealth and helping my husband, he is crankily overworked and we receive in our hearts. And we have many riches in that is not very fun. If I rebel and do not nurture my our house, too, such as vitamins, clothes, bedding and children, raising them up in the way they should go, they organic seeds we could soil into the ground God proare going to repeat the rebellious circle I have modeled vided. for them. Or not modeled by my absence from them in “For we brought nothing into this world, and it is which they have filled my absence by floating around certain we can carry nothing out. And having food and trying to figure out life for themselves, or worse, from clothing, with these we shall be content,” 1 Timothy 6:7. social media. Sin may be fun initially, but it always takes Praise God for a country where we can praise Him away more than it can give. A divorce and child runaway openly and share the good news.

June weather, phenology review Weather: Pretty much average for both putting them out after late April. It has been temperature and precipitation. Most highs in rewarding noting more activity with the woodthe 70s and 80s, and lows in the 50s and 60s. peckers, gray catbirds and the not so welcome, The warmest and coldest days were 87 June red-winged blackbirds and grackles. They are 29 and 37 degrees June 13. Precipitation ocsuet pigs. Even the pileated woodpecker now curred on 11 days with the most falling June pays a visit once in a while.

28 when I measured .98 of 1 inch. We ended In short supply are house wrens, blue the month with 3.55 inches of rain and 16.96 birds and zero purple martins. Although a inches for the calendar year. About 6 inches friend, Ed Kacures, said he has about 10 pair. ahead of last year. Some areas of Minnesota BY JIM HOVDA Hummingbirds are also low in numbers. Lots Rice received a lot more rain with some local floodof northern orioles, blue jays and rose-breasting. ed grosbeaks. Still, no brown bats. So far, no Weather records for June: The record cold was a monarchs. This was the month for the green things to 32-degree reading in 1994 while the warm record was show their stuff. They did. Many plants and trees blos102 degrees in 1931. On the north end of the lake, the somed. Too numerous to list. most rain fell, .91 inches for the month in 2014. The Little Rock Lake: Lake levels have remained stamost tornadoes (statewide) occurred in June when 71 ble. Water temperature at the beginning of the month tornadoes touched down. was 60 degrees and was only 68 degrees June 28. Next Phenology: Birds first. In 40 minutes July 2, I iden- month, if all goes as planned, the lake will start its draw tified 12 species of birds at the seed and suet feeders. down, lowering the lake 3 feet. If this happens, it will This year the brown thrasher has maintained its stay in- be an interesting experience. It is hoped it will help imstead of leaving in mid-May. Suet may be the reason. prove lake clarity and revive desired plant life.

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Sunday, July 7, 10 a.m. — Bowlus Fun Day. Outdoor Wednesday, July 17, 5-9 p.m. — Summertime by polka Mass at 10 a.m. Parade at 11:15 a.m. Music, George. Featuring Blimp and SFO. Lake George, Sevdancing and fun until grand raffle at 9 p.m. Fireworks enth Street South, St. Cloud. at dusk. Bowlus.

Thursday, July 18, 3-6 p.m. — Sauk Rapids Market.

Sunday, July 7, 3 p.m. — Music in the Gardens. Coborn’s parking lot, 110 First St. S., Sauk Rapids.

Hosted by the Munsinger Clemens Botanical Society.

Featuring Muggsy Lauer and Monday Night Jazz. Free Thursday, July 18, 5:30 p.m. — Sixth annual Party in the Park. Sponsored by the Quality of Life Task event, 1515 Riverside Dr. S.E., St. Cloud.

Force. Entertainment by Loose Gravel. Feature presenMonday, July 8, 6 p.m. — Sauk Rapids City Council tation is “Despicable Me.” Food available. Holdridge Meeting. Sauk Rapids Government Center, 250 Sum- Park, 850 Holdridge St., Foley. mit Ave. N., Sauk Rapids.

Thursday, July 18, 6-7:30 p.m. — Police Activities Tuesday, July 9, 4-6 p.m. — Rice Area Farmers Mar- League. For children ages 5-15. Hosted by the Rice ket. Hosted by the Rice Women of Today. Corner of Police Department, Foley Police Department and Benton County Sheriff’s Office. Children will participate Division Street North and West Main Street, Rice. in activities such as baseball, kickball, dodgeball and Tuesday, July 9, 5-7 p.m. — American Legion Post crafts. Westside Park, Fourth Ave. N.W., Rice.

No. 473 Auxiliary Monthly Dinner. Featuring stuffed pork chops, parmesan potatoes and gravy, salads and Friday, July 19, 1 p.m. — 25th annual all-class redesserts. Tickets sold at door. American Legion Post union. Foley High School 1919-72 classmates. Social No. 473, 80 Division St. N., Rice. Proceeds benefit hour at 1 p.m. Meal around 5 p.m. Henry’s Event Center, 6774 Highway 25, Foley. military veterans and their families.

Tuesday, July 9, 5:30 p.m. — Foley City Council Saturday, July 20, 6:30-8:30 p.m. — Great River ReMeeting. Foley City Hall, 251 Fourth Ave. N., Foley. gional Coin Club Meeting. Miller Auto Marine Sports Plaza, 2930 Second St. S., St. Cloud.

Wednesday, July 10, 5-9 p.m. — Summertime by George. Featuring “Takin’ It to the Limit: An Eagles Saturday, July 20, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. — 55+ Driver Tribute” by Collective Unconscious and the Fabulous Improvement Refresher Course. Miller Auto Plaza, Armadillos with opening act The Future. Lake George, 2930 Second Street S., St. Cloud. For more information or to register visit http://www.mnsafetycenter.org Seventh Street South, St. Cloud. or call 1-888-234-1294.

Thursday, July 11, 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. — 55+ Driver Improvement Refresher Course. Whitney Sunday, July 21, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. — Summerfest.

Senior Center, 1527 Northway Drive, St. Cloud. For Parish festival hosted by the Church of the Immaculate more information or to register visit http://www.mn- Conception. Outdoor Mass with music by Slew Foot Band at 10 a.m. Roast pork dinner with mashed potasafetycenter.org or call 1-888-234-1294. toes and gravy, coleslaw, corn and homemade pie from Thursday, July 11, 7 p.m. — American Legion Post 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Pedal tractor pull at 12:30 p.m., No. 254 Monthly Meeting. Sauk Rapids VFW Post and food court, activities, music and more beginning at No. 6992, 901 N. Benton Drive, Sauk Rapids. noon. Grand raffle at 5 p.m. Church of the Immaculate Conception, 145 Second Ave. N.E., Rice.

Thursday, July 11, 3-6 p.m. — Sauk Rapids Market.

Coborn’s parking lot, 110 First St. S., Sauk Rapids.

Monday, July 22, 12:30-6:30 p.m. — American Red Cross Blood Donations. Receive one 1 1/3 pound Saturday, July 13, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. — St. Cloud Com- ground beef from Grand Champion Meats for one icCon. Second annual event. Great River Regional Li- pint donation. First Presbyterian Church, 306 Norway brary, 1300 W. St. Germain St., St. Cloud.

Drive, Foley.

Saturday, July 13, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. — Wally Brown Monday, July 22, 6 p.m. — Sauk Rapids City CounBenefit. Silent auction. Lunch from noon to 2 p.m. cil Meeting. Sauk Rapids Government Center, 250 Royalton American Legion, 103 N. Maple St., Royal- Summit Ave. N., Sauk Rapids. ton.

Saturday, July 13, 1 p.m. — Fire Up the Diamonds 2019. Fundraiser for the Royalton fire, rescue and police departments. Royalton Secondary School, 120 S. Hawthorn St., Royalton.

Saturday, July 13, 3 p.m. — Pierz Freedom Fest.

Featuring Thompson Square and The Nitty Gritty Dirt Band. Genola Ballfields, 12879 Highway 25, Pierz.

Tickets available at https://www.pierzfreedomfest. com.

Sunday, July 14, 10 a.m. — Sixth annual Pet Blessing. Hosted by Unity Spiritual Center. All people and animals welcome. Unity Spiritual Center, 931 Fifth Ave. N., Sartell.

Sunday, July 14, 6:30 a.m. — 2019 Tour of Saints.

Join for an 18, 35 or 50 mile bicycle ride. Check-in from 6:30-8:30 a.m. Tour begins and ends at the College of St. Benedict. Fundraiser for the Bicycle Alliance of Minnesota. For more information, visit https:// www.tourofsaints.com. College of St. Benedict, 37 S. College Ave., St. Joseph.

Monday, July 15, 7 p.m. — Rice City Council Meeting. Rice City Hall, 205 E. Main St., Rice.

Monday, July 15, 7 p.m. — Sauk Rapids-Rice School Board Meeting. Sauk Rapids-Rice High School, 1835 Osauka Road N.E., Sauk Rapids.

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Tuesday, July 16, 9 a.m. — Benton County Commissioner Meeting. Benton County Administration Building, 531 Dewey St., Foley.

Tuesday, July 16, 4-6 p.m. — Rice Area Farmers Market. Hosted by the Rice Women of Today. Corner of Division Street North and West Main Street, Rice.

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Wednesday, July 17, 5-8:30 p.m. — Ice Cream Social.

Hosted by Graham United Methodist Church. Burgers, potato salad, beans, pie, ice cream and beverages.

Graham United Methodist Church, 2265 135th Street N.E., Rice.

Sauk Rapids Police Department activity June 24 1945 hrs: Officers responded to Coborn’s for a male in the parking lot playing music and interacting with customers.

Officers spoke with the male who said he would continue what he was doing as he felt he had the right. Coborn’s management said they would be sending a trespass notice.

June 25 2332 hrs: Officers located a female on the 1000 block of River Avenue North. Upon speaking with the female, she said she was walking her dog and did not realize the park hours.

June 30 0710 hrs: Officers responded to the intersection of Third Street North and Ninth Avenue North for a fallen tree branch that had hit the power line and started on fire. Officers remained on scene to assist the fire department and Xcel Energy was notified.

Incidents: 30 suspicious, 29 traffic stops, 20 assists, 16 various calls, 14 medical, 7 domestics, 6 property, 6 thefts, 5 welfare checks, 5 driving, 4 911, 4 alarms, 4 civil, 3 child, 3 unwanted, 3 human services reports, 3 fraud, 3 animals, 3 warrants, 2 assaults, 2 traffic hazards, 2 utility problems, 2 suicidal persons, 2 harassments, 2 ordinances and 2 dumping.

Rice Police Department activity June 26 2320 hrs: Officers responded to the 400 block of Main Street East for a complaint of seven garbage bags full of pop cans were dropped off near the dumpster for recycling. Officers learned the can recycling bin originally located behind the Old Creamery Café was moved to the American Legion building. Officers moved the cans to the recycling bin.

Incidents: 9 assists, 8 various calls, 5 traffic stops, 3 suspicious and 2 thefts.

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Page 10 | SATURDAY, JULY 6, 2019 | SAUK RAPIDS HERALD NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE THE RIGHT TO VERIFICATION OF THE DEBT AND IDENTITY OF THE ORIGINAL CREDITOR WITHIN THE TIME PROVIDED BY LAW IS NOT AFFECTED BY THIS ACTION. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that default has occurred in conditions of the following described mortgage: DATE OF MORTGAGE: September 29, 2008 MORTGAGOR: Jason M Payonk and Danielle M Payonk, husband and wife.

MORTGAGEE: Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. DATE AND PLACE OF RECORDING: Recorded September 30, 2008 Benton County Recorder, Document No. A360480.

ASSIGNMENTS OF MORTGAGE: Assigned to: M&T Bank. Dated April 18, 2019 Recorded April 18, 2019, as Document No. 435207.

TRANSACTION AGENT: NONE T R A N S A C T I O N AGENT’S MORTGAGE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER ON MORTGAGE: NONE LENDER OR BROKER AND MORTGAGE ORIGINATOR STATED ON MORTGAGE: Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. RESIDENTIAL MORTGAGE SERVICER: M&T Bank MORTGAGED PROPERTY ADDRESS: 764 13th Avenue North, Foley, MN 56329 TAX PARCEL I.D. #: 13.00826.00 LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY: Lot 4, Block 2, Eastview Meadows Two, Benton County, Minnesota.

COUNTY IN WHICH PROPERTY IS LOCATED: Benton ORIGINAL PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF MORTGAGE: $160,000.00 AMOUNT DUE AND CLAIMED TO BE DUE AS OF DATE OF NOTICE, INCLUDING TAXES, IF ANY, PAID

BY MORTGAGEE: $158,927.01 That prior to the commencement of this mortgage foreclosure proceeding Mortgagee/Assignee of Mortgagee complied with all notice requirements as required by statute; That no action or proceeding has been instituted at law or otherwise to recover the debt secured by said mortgage, or any part thereof; PURSUANT to the power of sale contained in said mortgage, the above described property will be sold

by the Sheriff of said county as follows: DATE AND TIME OF SALE: September 10, 2019 at 10:00 AM PLACE OF SALE: Benton County Sheriff’s Office, 581 Highway 23 Northeast Foley, MN to pay the debt then secured by said Mortgage, and taxes, if any, on said premises, and the costs and disbursements, including attorneys’ fees allowed by law subject to redemption within six (6) months from the date of said sale by the mortgagor(s), their personal representatives or assigns unless reduced to Five (5) weeks under MN Stat. §580.07.

TIME AND DATE TO VACATE PROPERTY: If the real estate is an owneroccupied, single-family dwelling, unless otherwise provided by law, the date on or before which the mortgagor(s) must vacate the property if the mortgage is not reinstated under section 580.30 or the property is not redeemed under section 580.23 is 11:59 p.m. on March 10, 2020, unless that date falls on a weekend or legal holiday, in which case it is the next weekday, and unless the redemption period is reduced to 5 weeks under MN Stat. Secs. 580.07 or 582.032.

MORTGAGOR(S) RELEASED FROM FINANCIAL OBLIGATION ON MORTGAGE:None “THE TIME ALLOWED

BY LAW FOR REDEMPTION BY THE MORTGAGOR, THE MORTGAGOR’S PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVES OR ASSIGNS, MAY BE REDUCED TO FIVE WEEKS IF A JUDICIAL ORDER IS ENTERED UNDER MINNESOTA STATUTES, SECTION 582.032, DETERMINING, AMONG OTHER THINGS, THAT THE MORTGAGED PREMISES ARE IMPROVED WITH A RESIDENTIAL DWELLING OF LESS THAN FIVE UNITS, ARE NOT PROPERTY USED IN AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTION, AND ARE ABANDONED.” Dated: June 27, 2019 M&T Bank Mortgagee/Assignee of Mortgagee USSET, WEINGARDEN AND LIEBO, P.L.L.P. Attorneys for Mortgagee/ Assignee of Mortgagee 4500 Park Glen Road #300 Minneapolis, MN 55416 (952) 925-6888 37 - 19-005592 FC THIS IS A COMMUNICATION FROM A DEBT COLLECTOR. R27-6B

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BENTON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS REGULAR MEETING MINUTES JUNE 18, 2019 The Benton County Board of Commissioners met in regular session on June 18, 2019 in the Benton County Board Room in Foley, MN with Commissioners Steve Heinen, Spencer Buerkle, Jake Bauerly, Warren Peschl and Ed Popp present. Call to order by Chair Bauerly was at 9:00 AM followed by the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag.

Heinen/Popp unanimous to approve the amended agenda—add item: resolution authorizing application for MN Housing and Finance Agency Family Homelessness Prevention and Assistance Program.

No one was present to speak under Open Forum.

Popp/Buerkle unanimous to approve the Consent Agenda: 1) approve the Regular Meeting Minutes of June 4, 2019 as written; 2) accept and file Committee of the Whole Minutes of May 30, 2019 as written; 3) accept and file Committee of the Whole Minutes of June 3, 2019 as written; 4) adopt Resolution 2019-#20, authorizing County Attorney, Phil Miller, to execute a cooperative agreement with the MN Department of Public Safety, Office of Justice Programs, for Benton County to receive Victim Services grant funding, and authorize the Chair to sign; 5) approve Special Road Use Permit—Gilman Days—and waiver of the permit fee, and authorize the Chair to sign; 6) approve Application for Off-Sale Liquor License— Pines Edge Liquor—for the period July 1, 2019-June 30, 2020, and authorize the Chair to sign; 7) approve Application for a Special Event Permit request by Steven Propf, Goodfella’s Bar & Grill—June 29, 2019; 8) adopt Resolution 2019-#21, approving Application to Conduct Off-Site Gambling (bingo, pull-tabs and raffle) on July 4, 2019 at St. Lawrence Church Hall, 10915 Duelm Road NE, Foley, and authorize the Chair to sign; and 9) approve MN Lawful Gambling Application for Exempt Permit— Backing the Blue Line Inc.—to conduct a raffle at Wapicada Golf Club, 4498 – 15th Street NE, Sauk Rapids, on August 25, 2019.

Heather Bondhus, Senior Deputy Auditor, explained that parcel 08.00067.00, a 49.63 acre tract of farm land in Maywood Township, became tax-forfeited on May 13th; the prior owner of record, John Robak, is requesting to repurchase the property for the amount of taxes, special assessments, penalties, interest and fees owing in the amount of $2,795.83.

Bondhus noted that Mr. Robak stated he had not received the tax-forfeiture notifications and was not aware of the tax-forfeiture deadline. Buerkle/Peschl unanimous to adopt Resolution 2019-#22, approving John Robak’s request to repurchase parcel 08.00067.00, a tax-forfeited parcel located in Maywood Township, and authorize the Chair to sign.

Bondhus referenced the May 7th meeting of the County Board where City of Rice Councilperson, Paula Kampa, spoke with regard to parcels R15.00108.01 and P15.90600.00 and the City of Rice’s desire to receive a tax statement for the leased portion of the property. Bondhus reported that the leased portion of the City of Rice’s property is required by the Minnesota Department of Revenue to be taxed as a personal property parcel to the lessor directly, Prairie Farm Company.

She noted that county staff members have reached out to several city officials in Rice who now have a better understanding of this situation. Mike Harvey, Land Services Director, added that once county staff became aware of the city’s concerns, every effort was made to resolve those concerns.

Chris Byrd, County Engineer, presented an updated Roadway Ditch Maintenance and Drain Tile Connection Policy for Board consideration; the previous policy was adopted in 2014. He stated that the policy addresses the permitting process for connecting drain tile to the roadway ditches, cleaning of roadway ditches with contractors performing this work as opposed to our own county forces, and prioritization/ cost participation with adjacent landowners. Byrd pointed out that much of the language in the policy is derived from State Statute 160.20. Bauerly stated a concern with proposed language in Section 2 of the policy—“The County may approve an application for a permit connecting a drain or ditch with any drain or ditch constructed along or across the highway...”; he felt that the word “may” should be replaced with the word “shall”. Bauerly suggested that an attorney experienced in ditch law review the language to “make sure we are not taking away landowners’ rights”. Byrd commented “...maybe it comes down to interpretation...it seems to me...we will do this if all the other conditions are met...maybe it is worth getting a legal opinion...is it supportable and enforceable...the statute does indicate that landowners do have the right to pond the land, but it also says that they shall get the permit from the road authority...the road authority has the right to prescribe reasonable conditions...” Several Board members stated their agreement with language stating that the County Engineer shall issue a permit provided all conditions are met. Following brief discussion, Heinen/Buerkle unanimous to table this item pending attorney review.

Byrd presented an update of the 2002 Cost Participation Policy, noting that this policy provides the guidance and justification to negotiate with other local road authorities when reconstructing roads. He stated that the policy addresses topics such as right-of-way, grading, surfacing, curb and gutter, driveway entrances, storm sewer, sidewalks, trails, private and municipal utilities, traffic signals, roundabout construction, bridge replacement, and street lighting. Popp/Peschl unanimous to adopt the updated Cost Participation Policy as presented.

Byrd reported that the consultant has completed the Public Works ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) Transition Plan; the Federal Highway Administration recently announced that they will start withholding payments on Federal projects in Fiscal Year 2021-2022 for agencies not having a transition plan in place. Byrd stated that this plan contains an inventory and self-evaluation condition assessment of ADA facilities within County public rights of way and a policy for maintaining such facilities. He noted the goal of verifying that Benton County Public Works is providing accessibility

and not adversely affecting the full participation of individuals with disabilities; remedies/improvement schedule for any barriers to accessibility as identified in the self-evaluation are set out in the transition plan. Byrd explained that the plan also designates the County Engineer as the ADA Coordinator; the Coordinator would be the point of contact for concerns/complaints with ADA facilities within the public right of way. He commented “...we may get requests for an ADA accommodation...as a public agency, if the request is reasonable, we should do our best to try to accommodate the request...” Byrd added that the plan will be updated as conditions within the county evolve. Peschl/Buerkle unanimous to adopt the Benton County Public Works ADA Transition Plan as presented.

Engineer’s Update: 1) current maintenance activities; 2) project updates: CSAH 29/33 (traffic signal issues are being addressed); CSAH 22/CR 58 reclaims (complete except for permanent striping); CR 78 (clearing and grubbing is mostly complete; pavement removed between CSAH 2 and CSAH 12); CSAH 2 (will open bids on July 12th, plan to start work August 1st).

Bob Cornelius, Human Services Director, explained that Lutheran Social Service-HOPE Housing was re- awarded the Family Homeless Prevention and Assistance Program through the Minnesota Housing Finance Agency for $379,082 for the 2019-2021 biennium; they are seeking a resolution of support from the Benton County Board. Popp/Peschl unanimous to adopt Resolution 2019-#23, authorizing Lutheran Social Service to be charged with the administration of funds made available through the Minnesota Housing and Finance Agency Family Homelessness Prevention and Assistance Program in Benton County, and authorize the Chair to sign.

The Regular County Board meeting was recessed at 9:52 AM to conduct a Human Services Board meeting. (Commissioner Heinen was excused at this time.)

The Regular County Board meeting was reconvened at 10:01 AM. John Uphoff, Executive Director, Benton Economic Development Partnership, explained that the proposed resolution supporting a Minnesota Investment Fund (MIF) Program application is the first step in Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development’s (DEED) MIF Program for project financing; the resolution essentially states that the County Board is in agreement with the Benton County Economic Development Authority (EDA) and Integrated Recycling Technologies Corporation in pursuing this funding. Uphoff stated that Integrated Recycling Technologies Corporation is looking to purchase the former Quad Graphics building--it is a $6 million+ project; in order to qualify for MIF funding, the company must demonstrate job creation and demonstrate that they would not be able to do this project in Minnesota without this funding. He indicated that the Benton County EDA will hold a public hearing on July 2nd concerning submittal of the application to Minnesota DEED for a $425,000 grant under the MIF program; there will be two contracts—one between Benton County and the State, and one between the County and the Client. Buerkle/Popp unanimous to adopt Resolution 2019-#19, a Resolution Supporting a Minnesota Investment Fund Program Application, and authorize the Chair to sign.

Chair Bauerly asked for Uphoff’s opinion on whether or not it would be in Benton County’s best interest to be involved in a regional airport authority. Uphoff stated “...I think if the City of St. Cloud is willing to engage in a broad-based economic development agreement with the County...and that includes things like the redevelopment of the east side of St. Cloud...the regionalization of the Foley Wastewater Treatment Facility and figuring out a way to reduce the costs there...then, yes, there is a significant economic impact that comes with the airport...but, frankly, the airport isn’t going to go away if Benton County doesn’t participate in a regional airport authority...what is the path forward...everybody knows that the airport is losing roughly $900,000 per year...I do believe that that airport can operate in the black...I think it is about having a fiscally-responsible entity, like a regional authority, that’s focused solely on the airport...if the City is unwilling to go down that path (engaging in a broad-based economic development agreement with Benton County), the airport will remain without Benton County’s participation...the airport is a very important economic development asset...doing a few minor things like charging for parking or pursuing aviation education opportunities...will help offset the loss...” Popp commented “...for me, personally, I’d need to see a long term plan...Benton County should not share in the deficit equal to the other two counties...” Uphoff added “...my understanding of the resolution in front of the county boards and the city would include the City of St. Cloud contributing a significant amount of money for the next ten years...I think the better deal for Benton County is including other things...such as the Foley Wastewater Treatment Plant...I do see an advantage to Benton County for having a seat at that table (regional airport authority)...given the impact of that airport...” Buerkle commented “...this whole plan is fine...but linking the airport to it and having to become a member of the regional airport authority...to me doesn’t wash out...we are too close to the Twin Cities airport and, therefore, don’t qualify for some things...”

Bauerly stated “...I feel Benton County could have a seat at the table for very little money...if we did it per capita basis... you will gain more political capital...”

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

No Commissioner Concerns were noted.

Popp/Peschl unanimous to set Committees of the Whole: July 2, Lunch with Benton SWCD Board/ Optional Tour of St. Cloud Construction Project.

Chair Bauerly adjourned the meeting at 10:39 AM. A. Jake Bauerly, Chair Benton County Board of Commissioners ATTEST: Montgomery Headley Benton County Administrator R-27-1B

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ASSIGNMENTS OF t MORTGAGE: Assigned to: M&T Bank. Dated January n 21, 2015 Recorded February 17, 2015, as Document No. 407980. m TRANSACTION t AGENT: Mortgage Electronic Registration d Systems, Inc. TRANSACTION AGENT’S MORTGAGE I D E N T I F I C AT I O N NUMBER ON n M O R T G A G E : e 100050300005580668 LENDER OR BROKER d

AND MORTGAGE ORIGINATOR STATED ON MORTGAGE: Equity Mtg Group Inc dba Equity Mtg Fin. RESIDENTIAL MORTGAGE SERVICER: M&T Bank M O RT G A G E D PROPERTY ADDRESS: 26 Portage Trail, Sauk Rapids, MN 56379 TAX PARCEL I.D. #: 190322200 L E G A L DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY: Lot 4, Block 2, and a 1/21st interest in Outlots A, B, and C, Mississippi Landing, Benton County, Minnesota.

COUNTY IN WHICH PROPERTY IS LOCATED: Benton O R I G I N A L PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF MORTGAGE: $127,000.00 AMOUNT DUE AND CLAIMED TO BE DUE AS OF DATE OF NOTICE, INCLUDING TAXES, IF ANY, PAID

BY MORTGAGEE: $152,193.71 That prior to the commencement of this mortgage foreclosure proceeding Mortgagee/ Assignee of Mortgagee complied with all notice requirements as required by statute; That no action or proceeding has been instituted at law or otherwise to recover the debt secured by said mortgage, or any part

thereof; PURSUANT to the power of sale contained in said mortgage, the above described property will be sold by the Sheriff of said county as follows: DATE AND TIME OF SALE: August 22, 2019 at 10:00 AM PLACE OF SALE: Benton County Sheriff’s Office, 581 Highway 23 Northeast Foley, MN to pay the debt then secured by said Mortgage, and taxes, if any, on said premises, and the costs and disbursements, including attorneys’ fees allowed by law subject to redemption within six (6) months from the date of said sale by the mortgagor(s), their personal representatives or assigns unless reduced to Five (5) weeks under MN Stat. §580.07.

TIME AND DATE TO VACATE PROPERTY: If the real estate is an owneroccupied, single-family dwelling, unless otherwise provided by law, the date on or before which the mortgagor(s) must vacate the property if the mortgage is not reinstated under section 580.30 or the property is not redeemed under section 580.23 is 11:59 p.m. on February 24, 2020, unless that date falls on a weekend or legal holiday, in which case it is the next weekday, and unless the redemption period is reduced to 5 weeks under MN Stat. Secs. 580.07

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MORTGAGOR(S) RELEASED FROM FINANCIAL OBLIGATION ON MORTGAGE:None “THE TIME ALLOWED BY LAW FOR REDEMPTION

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or proceeding has been instituted at law or otherwise to recover the debt secured by said mortgage, or any part thereof; PURSUANT to the power of sale contained in said mortgage, the above described property will be sold by the Sheriff of said county as follows: DATE AND TIME OF SALE: August 22, 2019 at 10:00 AM PLACE OF SALE: Benton County Sheriff’s Office, 581 Highway 23 Northeast Foley, MN to pay the debt then secured by said Mortgage, and taxes, if any, on said premises, and the costs and disbursements, including attorneys’ fees allowed by law subject to redemption within six (6) months from the date of said sale by the mortgagor(s), their personal representatives or assigns unless reduced to Five (5) weeks under MN Stat. §580.07.

TIME AND DATE TO VACATE PROPERTY: If the real estate is an owneroccupied, single-family dwelling, unless otherwise provided by law, the date on or before which the mortgagor(s) must vacate the property if the mortgage is not reinstated under section 580.30 or the property is not redeemed under section 580.23 is 11:59 p.m. on February 24, 2020, unless that date falls on a weekend or legal holiday, in which case it is the next weekday, and unless the redemption period is reduced to 5 weeks

under MN Stat. Secs. 580.07 or 582.032.

M O RT G A G O R ( S ) RELEASED FROM FINANCIAL OBLIGATION ON MORTGAGE:None “THE TIME ALLOWED BY LAW FOR REDEMPTION

BY THE MORTGAGOR, THE MORTGAGOR’S P E R S O N A L R E P R E S E N TAT I V E S OR ASSIGNS, MAY BE REDUCED TO FIVE WEEKS IF A JUDICIAL ORDER IS ENTERED UNDER MINNESOTA STATUTES, SECTION 582.032, DETERMINING, AMONG OTHER THINGS, THAT THE MORTGAGED PREMISES ARE IMPROVED WITH A RESIDENTIAL DWELLING OF LESS THAN FIVE UNITS, ARE NOT PROPERTY USED IN AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTION, AND ARE ABANDONED.” Dated: June 19, 2019 U.S. Bank National Association Mortgagee/Assignee of Mortgagee USSET, WEINGARDEN AND LIEBO, P.L.L.P. Attorneys for Mortgagee/ Assignee of Mortgagee 4500 Park Glen Road #300 Minneapolis, MN 55416 (952) 925-6888 19 - 19-005137 FC THIS IS A C O M M U N I C AT I O N FROM A DEBT COLLECTOR. R-26-6B

NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE NOTICE OF MORTGAGE scribed property will be sold FORECLOSURE SALE by the Sheriff of said county as follows: THE RIGHT TO VERIFI- DATE AND TIME OF CATION OF THE DEBT SALE: August 22, 2019 at AND IDENTITY OF THE 10:00 AM ORIGINAL CREDITOR PLACE OF SALE: WITHIN THE TIME Benton County Sheriff’s PROVIDED BY LAW Office, 581 Highway 23 IS NOT AFFECTED BY Northeast Foley, MN THIS ACTION. to pay the debt then secured NOTICE IS HEREBY by said Mortgage, and taxGIVEN, that default has oc- es, if any, on said premises, curred in conditions of the and the costs and disbursefollowing described mort- ments, including attorneys’ gage: fees allowed by law subject DATE OF MORTGAGE: to redemption within six (6) July 1, 2014 months from the date of said MORTGAGOR: Anthony sale by the mortgagor(s), Brown, an unmarried man. their personal representaMORTGAGEE: Mortgage tives or assigns unless reElectronic Registration Sys- duced to Five (5) weeks untems, Inc. as nominee for der MN Stat. §580.07.

Mortgages Unlimited Inc. TIME AND DATE TO DATE AND PLACE OF RE- VACATE PROPERTY: If CORDING: Recorded the real estate is an ownerJuly 16, 2014 Benton Coun- occupied, single-family ty Recorder, Document No. dwelling, unless otherwise 404338. provided by law, the date ASSIGNMENTS OF on or before which the MORTGAGE: Assigned mortgagor(s) must vacate to: U.S. Bank National As- the property if the mortgage sociation. Dated September is not reinstated under sec1, 2015 Recorded Septem- tion 580.30 or the property ber 8, 2015, as Document is not redeemed under secNo. 411601. tion 580.23 is 11:59 p.m.

TRANSACTION AGENT: on February 24, 2020, unMortgage Electronic Regis- less that date falls on a tration Systems, Inc. weekend or legal holiday, TRANSACTION AGENT’S in which case it is the next MORTGAGE IDEN- weekday, and unless the reTIFICATION NUM- demption period is reduced BER ON MORTGAGE: to 5 weeks under MN Stat.

100848100126236308 Secs. 580.07 or 582.032.

LENDER OR BROKER MORTGAGOR(S) REAND MORTGAGE ORIG- LEASED FROM FINANINATOR STATED ON CIAL OBLIGATION ON MORTGAGE: Mortgages MORTGAGE: None Unlimited Inc. “THE TIME ALLOWED RESIDENTIAL MORT- BY LAW FOR REDEMPGAGE SERVICER: U.S. TION BY THE MORTBank National Association GAGOR, THE MORTMORTGAGED PROP- GAGOR’S PERSONAL ERTY ADDRESS: 805 5th REPRESENTATIVES OR Street Northeast, Rice, MN ASSIGNS, MAY BE RE56367 DUCED TO FIVE WEEKS TAX PARCEL I.D. #: IF A JUDICIAL ORDER 150069000 IS ENTERED UNDER LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF MINNESOTA STATUTES, PROPERTY: SECTION 582.032, DELOT 10, BLOCK 4, FOX TERMINING, AMONG MEADOWS, BENTON OTHER THINGS, THAT COUNTY, MINNESOTA. THE MORTGAGED COUNTY IN WHICH PREMISES ARE IMPROPERTY IS LOCATED: PROVED WITH A RESIBenton DENTIAL DWELLING OF ORIGINAL PRINCIPAL LESS THAN FIVE UNITS, AMOUNT OF MORT- ARE NOT PROPERTY GAGE: $178,571.00 USED IN AGRICULTURAMOUNT DUE AND AL PRODUCTION, AND CLAIMED TO BE DUE ARE ABANDONED.” AS OF DATE OF NO- Dated: June 19, 2019 TICE, INCLUDING U.S. Bank National AssoTAXES, IF ANY, PAID ciation

BY MORTGAGEE: Mortgagee/Assignee of $190,352.14 Mortgagee That prior to the com- USSET, WEINGARDEN mencement of this mort- AND LIEBO, P.L.L.P. gage foreclosure proceed- Attorneys for Mortgagee/ ing Mortgagee/Assignee of Assignee of Mortgagee Mortgagee complied with 4500 Park Glen Road #300 all notice requirements as Minneapolis, MN 55416 required by statute; That (952) 925-6888 no action or proceeding has 19 - 19-002100 FC been instituted at law or oth- THIS IS A COMMUNIerwise to recover the debt CATION FROM A DEBT secured by said mortgage, COLLECTOR. or any part thereof; Document version 1.1 DePURSUANT to the power cember 11, 2013 of sale contained in said R25-6B mortgage, the above de-

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Pulse on people Benton County marriage applications - Anthony David Eilers, of Clear Lake, and Christine Bernice Theisen, of Rice.

- Norman Robert Segerstrom and Angela Fae Baumgartner, both of Foley.

- Adam Louis Bonovsky, of Sauk Rapids, and Kennedy Jean Jurek, of Foley.

Students graduate with degrees GRAND FORKS, N.D. – The following students have attained degrees from the University of North Dakota in Grand Forks, N.D. Thomas Bieniek, of Rice, received a master’s degree in nursing. Emily Kollodge, of Rice, received a master’s degree in occupational therapy. Nicholas Surma, of Rice, received a Juris Doctor degree in professional law. Michael Anderson, of Sauk Rapids, graduated cum laude with a bachelor’s degree and master’s degree in accountancy. Briana Bednarek, of Sauk Rapids, graduated cum laude with a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering. Corey Haller, of Sauk Rapids, received a Juris Doctor degree in professional law. Shawn MacDonald, of Sauk Rapids, graduated cum laude with a bachelor’s degree in psychology. Alyssa Wagner, of Sauk Rapids, received a doctorate degree in physical therapy.

DULUTH – The following students have graduated from the College of St. Scholastica in Duluth.

Rayne Rivas, of Sauk Rapids, received a bachelor’s degree in organizational behavior. Matthew Lerch, of Rice, received a bachelor’s degree in exercise physiology. Julie Haack, of Sauk Rapids, graduated summa cum laude with a bachelor’s degree in nursing. Dan Hall, of Sauk Rapids, graduated with a bachelor’s degree in nursing. Amanda Iburg, of Sauk Rapids, graduated cum laude with a bachelor’s degree in nursing. Emma Krueger, of Sauk Rapids, graduated with a bachelor’s degree in nursing.

Students named to spring semester achievement lists WINONA – Michael Marlin, son of Michael and Michelle Marlin of Sauk Rapids, has been named to the dean’s list at St. Mary’s University of Minnesota in Winona.

Marlin attained a grade point average of 3.6 or higher to achieve the honor.

DES MOINES, Iowa – Peyton Braun, of Sauk Rapids, has been named to the president’s list at Drake University in Des Moines, Iowa.

To be eligible for this honor, Braun achieved a 4.0 grade point average.

Public Notices Benton County Highway Department CLOSING DATE: July 12, 2019 Foley, Minnesota CSAH 2 Reconstruction ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS Sealed bid proposals will be received until 10:00 A.M. CST on July 12, 2019, at the Benton County Public Works Building, PO Box 247, 7752 Hwy 25 NE, Foley, MN 56329 by Nadean Inman, Auditor/Treasurer of Benton County, for the reconstruction of CSAH 2.

PROJECT NO.: SAP 005-602-016 LOCATION: On CSAH 2, 1.3 Miles East of Rice, MN. TYPE OF WORK: Bituminous Removal, Shoulder Widening, Guardrail and Bituminous Surfacing The Major Items of Work are approximately: 12,550 CY, Select Granular Borrow MOD 10% (CV) 13,150 CY, Excavation - Common 6,530 TON, Aggregate Base Class 5 1,500 TON, Type SP 12.5 Wearing Course Mix (2,C) 1,500 TON, Type SP 12.5 Non Wear Course Mix (2,B) Proposal, Plans and Specifications may be examined and obtained for $50 at the Benton County Highway Engineers Office, PO Box 247, 7752 Highway 25 NE Foley, MN 56329; located along TH 25, 1 mile north of TH 23 in the City of Foley. Proposal, Plans and Specifications may also be downloaded at https://egram.co.benton.mn.us for $0.00.

Bids must be sealed, identified on the envelope and accompanied by a Certified Check or a Bidder’s Bond in the amount of 5% of the bid and made payable to the Treasurer of Benton County.

The County reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to waive any irregularities and further reserves the right to award the contract to serve the best interest of Benton County.

Dated at Foley, Minnesota on June 14, 2019.

Nadean Inman Benton County Auditor/Treasurer F/R-25-3B

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Health officials warn of deceptive tactics in sales of water treatment systems Scammers use bogus tests, false claims, inaccurate data ST. PAUL – Following reports from concerned Minnesotans, the Minnesota Department of Health is warning consumers to beware of false claims, deceptive sales pitches, inaccurate water quality data and scare tactics used by some water treatment companies to sell expensive and unnecessary home water treatment units.

According to reports received by MDH, a common tactic is for a salesperson to offer a free water test and then claim some substances found in the test are above allowable limits for drinking water. Companies have also falsely implied they are working with utilities or the state health department.

Rick Wahlen, manager of utility operations for the city of Eden Prairie, described recent experiences of consumers in his community with home water treatment companies.

“Some home water treatment salespeople say their systems are necessary to protect the home-

owner’s health,” Wahlen said. “They falsely create concern about the health and quality of tap water.

Some customers call us after or even during these visits and are relieved to get the correct information. Unfortunately, oth-

nesota Department of Health. Cities and other public water systems are required to provide drinking water that meets federal safe drinking water standards to protect public health. Properly constructed, maintained and tested private wells generally provide safe drinking water unless their groundwater source

“We recognize that people have a right to decide what is best for themselves and their family and may choose to install home water treatment for a variety of reasons. We would just urge them to be cautious when purchasing a water treatment unit.”

- Sandeep Burman ers call us after they’ve bought a system and regret their decision to buy a system based on false information.”

Most Minnesotans do not need to install home drinking water treatment to protect their health, according to Sandeep Burman, manager of the drinking water protection program for the Min-

becomes contaminated or there is a naturally occurring contaminant in the area.

Health officials offered the following advice to help consumers understand their water quality.

Know where your drinking water comes from. If you get your drinking wa-

Rice resident wins $100,000 lottery prize ROSEVILLE – An Army veteran from Rice won a $100,000 top prize by playing the Minnesota Lottery’s Cash Game scratch game.

Seth Caster presented his $100,000 winning ticket for payment June 28 at lottery headquarters in Roseville. Caster said the timing of his big win was perfect since he and his wife are in the process of buying a new home.

“Now we don’t have to worry about a down payment,” Caster said.

Pojo’s Store, 10279 Golden Spike Road, Gilman, sold the winning ticket – earning the business a $500 bonus.

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Seth Caster, of Rice, accepts $100,000 from a winning scratch off ticket June 28 in Roseville. Caster bought the ticket at Pojo’s Store in Gilman.

Two injured in rollover of skid steer, trailer LITTLE FALLS – A Sauk Rapids man and his 2 year old son were injured Tuesday.

Chad Lanners, 28, and his child were transported to the St. Cloud Hospital with unknown injuries July 2 after a skid steer they were riding in rolled off a trailer. The incident happened at 8:19 a.m.

According to the Morrison County Sheriff’s Office, 18 year old Jake Winscher, of Royalton, was driving a pickup

pulling a trailer with the skid steer on it.

Seated inside the skid steer Lanners and his son. Winscher was traveling east on Nature Road near Highway 25 when he lost control of the trailer causing it to come unhitched and go in the ditch.

The skid steer rolled off the trailer with the two occupants inside.

The Morrison County Sheriff’s Office was assisted at the scene by Pierz Police Department, MLMB First Response Team, of Hillman, and Mayo Clinic Ambulance, of St. Cloud.

ter from a public water system, your system provides an annual water quality report called a Consumer Confidence Report. Contact your water system for the report or find it online at https://www.epa.gov/crr.

Be sure to contact your water system about water quality data you find on third-party websites.

If you get your drinking water from a private well, you are responsible for regularly testing your well water to make sure it is safe for drinking and cooking.

Review MDH advice regarding deceptive sales practices. Visit MDH’s “Beware of Water Treatment Scams” to read detailed advice about deceptive sales practices. For example, a salesperson might conduct a series of water quality tests and claim the results indicate the presence of contamination. The tests may not represent the true water quality, or the levels of contaminants might be too low to pose a health risk.

Follow MDH’s guidance for choosing home water treatment. Water treatment should be installed only if it is needed and selected to address a specific water issue.

Contact authorities if you believe you have encountered a scam. If you believe you have been provided false or misleading information or subjected to unfair or high-pressure tactics during a sales visit, contact the Minnesota Attorney General’s Office-Consumer Complaints division at 651-296-3353 or 800-657-3787.

“We recognize that people have a right to decide what is best for themselves and their family and may choose to install home water treatment for a variety of reasons,” Burman said. “We would just urge them to be cautious when purchasing a water treatment unit.”

There are licensing requirements for anyone performing water conditioning work (including installation or servicing of water treatment equipment) in Minnesota.

Contact the Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry at 651-2845034 or dli.license@ state.mn.us for questions about obtaining a license, or 651-284-5069 for complaints or questions about who needs to be licensed.

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Five easy hacks to get outdoors this summer ST. CLOUD – The Department of Natural Resources offers a number of tips for busy Minnesotans to reduce the burden of planning an outdoor adventure.

“Minnesotans love the outdoors – we know this,” said Erika Rivers, state parks and trails director. “But we also know the biggest barriers for families to get outdoors and enjoy nature are time, cost and information. We’re working to alleviate this for people by creating new online trip-planning tools, providing no-cost or low-cost activities, and making information easier to find online.”

Whether people are looking for some laid-back time outdoors or a little adventure, state parks and trails are likely to have just the place and activity for everyone.

Want to go on a bike adventure? Minnesota has one of the most extensive state trail systems in the country, with 25 state trails reaching more than 1,300 miles.

“Depending on what type of adventure you’re looking for, we have the trail for you,” Rivers said. “Our startup guide helps you determine which trails best meet your needs – whether you’re looking for a kid-friendly ride or a more rugged, backcountry adventure.”

Camping with kids? With 75 state parks and recreation areas, there are almost 5,000 campsites across Minnesota offering every type of adventure for families.

There are a number of resources on the DNR website to make it easier for everyone to get out and camp.

“You’ll find a helpful parenting guide for how to camp with kids, a camping checklist and an events calendar that highlights all the free, fun naturalist programs that are happening all summer long,” Rivers said.

Want to get out on the water to escape the heat? Minnesota has 35 state water trails that offer paddling ad-

ventures from easy day trips to overnight canoe-camping trips to challenging whitewater trips.

“When the heat turns up, you’ll want to get out on the water,” Rivers said. “If you don’t own paddling equipment, don’t worry – we’ve got you covered.”

Rental equipment is available at many state parks and recreation areas. The DNR’s website also provides a list of outfitters by state water trail that can help people plan and equip for a paddle trip on any of the state water trails.

Visitor safety is the DNR’s highest priority, so people should make sure to wear a life jacket and check river levels before hitting the water.

Best swimming holes in state parks? There are more than half a dozen state park swimming beaches within an hour’s drive of the Twin Cities metro area, and hundreds more across the whole state. Many parks also have picnic areas.

A lot of terrain, only a little time? There are hundreds of miles of off-highway vehicle trail miles to enjoy in Minnesota’s state forests, and thousands of miles of volunteer-maintained trails.

“If you’re looking to cover a lot of ground deep in Minnesota forestlands, exploring by OHV is a great way to go,” Rivers said. “We’re in the process of updating all our state forest maps, so you can even download a map to your mobile device and track your trip as you go. Minnesota state parks and trails are for everyone to enjoy. So, get outdoors today and enjoy some quality time with family and friends this summer.”

People can book a campsite and plan an outdoor adventure with the resources available online. For more information, visit http://www.mndnr.gov/recreation/index. html or contact the DNR Information Center at info.dnr@ state.mn.us or 888-646-6367 (8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Friday and 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday).

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Kahl-ing card Longtime detective splits time with broadcasting career

BY EVAN MICHEALSON STAFF WRITER

FOLEY – Nothing beats summer baseball.

It is renowned for its friendly competition and radiant, unbeatable atmosphere.

This is no exception to Victory League baseball. The 19-team league starts in late April and carries through the summer, bringing some of the best amateur baseball central Minnesota can provide.

It serves as a functional summer baseball league; nothing more, nothing less. That is, besides the Benton County detective calling plays.

Jerome Kahl serves as a definitive example of multi-faceted, assembling several joys of his life into an identity that hardly anyone can com-

pare to.

The 49-year-old Kahl has been working at the Benton County Sheriff’s Office for almost 20 years, a testament to his efficiency and dedication to making the county a safe place.

However, Kahl did not initially study to be a detective in a sheriff’s office. His initial love was broadcasting, studying at St. Cloud State University from 1988 to 1992 and working at the university’s radio station, 88.1 FM KVSC. Post-graduation travels saw Kahl take on several sports director positions at Minnesota radio stations, first in Monticello then in Buffalo.

One chance, however, was alluring enough to draw Kahl out of Buffalo.

“I moved on when I had the opportunity to work in the Little Falls

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Benton County detective and part-time broadcaster Jerome Kahl (left) interviews Pierz boys basketball coach Joe Kahl at Pierz High School last winter in Pierz. Joe is a physical education teacher at Pierz High School is Jerome’s nephew.

“You have to be quick on your feet.

When you’re interviewing somebody, you have to try and get the right information in a reasonable amount of time. You have to have preparation and know what you’re talking about.”

- Jerome Kahl area,” he said. affiliated radio stations.

At Little Falls Radio, He covers basketball for Kahl works for all three FM94 KFML, Royalton

Royals football for 92.1 WYRQ and amateur baseball (including Victory League) for AM960 KLTF. For Kahl, sports are an outlet to latch onto, detaching him from all worries. He certainly shows passion for his detective work (and for him, it comes first), but it can often fill his life with negatives.

“As a law enforcement officer, you see a lot of negative things,” Kahl said.

Baseball, Kahl’s favorite sport to cover, deflects that negative energy and instead turns it into a fun game on the diamond, regardless of the level of play.

“Whether it’s amateurs playing to have fun or high school kids doing their best, it’s usually a positive thing,” Kahl said.

Kahl has been able to juggle the vastly distinct aspects of his life. His coworkers and management at Little Falls Radio understand Kahl’s career and how it can affect his hours at the station.

“They’ve been good at dealing with that,” Kahl said. “If I’m not able to do a game because of something at work, I let them know and some-

one else can usually fill for me.”

While the two main aspects of Kahl’s life can clash with each other, there are some similarities between law enforcement and broadcasting that have enabled him to be flexible.

“You have to be quick on your feet,” Kahl said.

“When you’re interviewing somebody, you have to try and get the right information in a reasonable amount of time. You have to have preparation and know what you’re talking about.”

Kahl also knows who he talks about. Joe, Mark and Travis Kahl, his nephews, play for the Buckman Billygoats in the Victory League’s East Division. It is not easy to avoid playing favorites; the Benton County resident usually strays away from calling Buckman games as a result.

“I try to avoid calling those games,” he said.

“You have to be neutral.”

Neutrality aside, Kahl reveres calling games, regardless of sport.

“I love doing playby play for football,” he said. “By myself it’s challenging, but it’s fun.”

Kahl has been involved in law enforcement for nearly as long as his radio career; he joined a reserves program in Buffalo and was hired as a dispatcher not long after. Kahl has been balancing two different lives for decades, but how much longer will he remain at the Benton County Sheriff’s Office?

“I’m probably done with law enforcement before games,” Kahl said.

When Kahl retires from his investigative work, there will not be much fret. The president of Rice Area Sportsmen’s Club will have plenty of time to continue his cherished pastime in front of a microphone, belting calls over the airwaves.

“I’d like to continue to do radio,” Kahl said.

“It’s probably the best job I’ve ever had.”

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BY ANNA HINKEMEYER | STAFF WRITER Posch 1 1 1 3 0 0 The Sauk Rapids Post 254 Legion baseball Andrew Wollak 3 0 1 0 0 1 team continued its winning season this week as Krepp 3 0 0 1 0 2 they competed in matchups against Little Falls and Logan Donahue 2 0 0 0 1 0 Brainerd.

Connor Hemker 3 1 0 0 0 0 Sauk Rapids started the week on the road as they nabbed a 10-6 win in Little Falls June 27 beIP H R ER K BB fore returning home to Bob Cross Park to sneak in a Fuecker 7 5 3 3 5 1 5-3 win over Brainerd July 2. The two wins brought Post 254 to an 8-2 record on the season with five Sauk Rapids 10, Little Falls 6 regular season games remaining before sub-state An early lead and scattered scoring put Post 254 playoffs. Post 254 will host Cold Spring at 7 p.m. on the board and held steady throughout the June 27 Monday, July 8 before heading to Buffalo and Waite road game.

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Post 254 started off the inning with a bases loadSauk Rapids 5, Brainerd 3 Legion page 16 Post 254 started the game off in less than stellar action July 2 as the first three innings remained scoreless on offense. The sluggers struggled with errors on defense and fly balls got lost in the sun as Brainerd put up three runs in the top of the third.

Sauk Rapids remained determined and stepped up its game, scoring their first run in the fourth inning. Matt Krepp hit a grounder to third base that gave Trygve Hanson the opportunity to cross home.

Sauk Rapids went into the fifth still trailing 3-1, but then the bats came alive. Post 254 quickly loaded the bases with back-to-back Brainerd errors Brady Pesta catches a fly ball July 2 in Sauk Rapids. Post and a wild pitch, but two consecutive outs put Sauk 254 earned wins over Little Falls and Brainerd this week.

Rapids in a sticky situation.

Brady Posch, who had playing time this season, was pulled from the bench to pinch hit for Derek Durant. Connor Hemker slid home on a wild pitch.

It was Posch’s three-run homer over the right field fence that gave Post 254 the confidence and lead they were looking for. Posch scored two RBIs on the hit in addition to himself.

Sauk Rapids knew holding the lead was key to a win, and pitcher Cole Fuecker made it happen with a handful of strikeouts and the defense backed him up for the rest.

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Cyclones nip Sobieski Sauk Rapids earns 4-3 home win

BY ANNA HINKEMEYER | STAFF WRITER

The Sauk Rapids Cyclones were back in action June 29 as they hosted the Sobieski Skis at Bob Cross Park in Sauk Rapids.

The game was tight from the get-go with the Skis scoring the first run in the top of the first. It took the Clones four and a half innings to catch up, but Sauk Rapids did so as Tyler Bjork belted a line drive to center for an RBI to tie score. Bjorn Hanson crossed the plate.

The Cyclones added two more runs in the sixth after holding the Skis at one run. Logan Siemers hit a line drive to right to bring Cordell Lazer home, and Matt Johnson made sacrifice fly to right, bringing in Bryan Freytes.

Sobieski put up two runs in the top of the seventh to bring the game back to a tie.

Determination and Tom Wippler on second base gave the Cyclones the drive to put up the final game-winning run in the bottom of the seventh.

Siemers slugged a line drive to center to bring Wippler in.

“Our guys didn’t do a great job of tracking the Sobieski pitching,” said Paul Schlangen, head

Brady Posch connects with a pitch in his only at-bat July 2 in Sauk Rapids. Posch debuted his hitting in the Legion coach. “(David) Kroger started for us and threw season after sitting out earlier due to injury.

well. Andy Thayer also pitched well and picked up a two inning save in relief.”

Despite the low score, the Cyclones had their sticks on fire, picking up 17 hits during the game.

Five errors on defense was a weak point in the game, but the Cyclones picked themselves back up and held the Skis to pull ahead and win.

The Cyclones were scheduled to host the Beaudreau’s Saints, of St. Cloud, June 30, but the game was canceled due to weather.

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Pesta put up two RBIs in the top of the third to extend the team’s lead to five, smashing a line drive out to center field which pulled Landon Lunser from third and Krepp from second across the plate. The bottom of the third inning hurt Post 254 as Little Falls narrowed the scoring gap to one. Sauk Rapids led 5-4.

Post 254 changed its tide in the fourth. Krepp bounced a grounder to the field for Brandon Bokelman to score. Connor Hemker dropped a fly ball in right field to present scoring opportunities for Landon Lunser from third and Wollak from second.

Sauk Rapids pulled in late-game heroics as they added the final two runs in the sixth. Tyler Hemker put out a grounder and reached on an error, but it allowed Wollak to come in. Posch sliced a fly ball to center field to bring Reid Lunser home from third.

Durant and Donahue contributed to the win on the mound, combining for two strikeouts.

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(Right) The Post 254 Legion baseball team celebrates after Brady Posch hit a three-run homer during their game July 2 at Bob Cross Park in Sauk Rapids.

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Minnesota extends prevented plant crop reporting deadline

Bekius keeps open mind when making decisions

Many counties have until July 15 ST. PAUL – The United States Department of Agriculture Farm Service Agency is extending the prevented plant crop reporting deadline for Minnesota producers affected by spring flooding and excessive moisture.

Producers in many counties have until July 15 to report acres they intended to plant this spring but could not due to weather conditions.

Counties include Aitkin, Anoka, Becker, Beltrami, Benton, Big Stone, Blue Earth, Brown, Cass, Carver, Chippewa, Chisago, Clay, Clearwater, Cottonwood, Crow Wing, Dakota, Dodge, Douglas, Faribault, Fillmore, Freeborn, Goodhue, Grant, Hennepin, Isanti, Itasca, Jackson, Kanabec, Kandiyohi, Lac qui Parle, Le Sueur, Lincoln, Lyon, Mahnomen,

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Ken Bekius milks 75 cows on his family’s farm near Milaca. Bekius has withstood the depressed dairy economy by adapting various management practices to his farm.

An open-mind mentality has benefited Bekius as he continues his 75-cow dairy near Milaca.

MILACA – In the almost three years Ken Bekius has Within six months of his October 2016 start up date, Bekimilked cows at his family’s farm site, he cannot think of one us reevaluated his reproduction. A local veterinarian recommanagement technique that has remained the same. mended Bekius follow an ovsynch protocol.

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For more than 15 years, the Minnesota Department of Agriculture and University of Minnesota dairy experts have worked with the state’s dairy farmers to lower somatic cell counts. When the initiative began in 2003, the 100 herds honored that year included those with SCC averages as high as 144,000, compared to the current goal of obtaining a SCC under 100,000.

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The prevented plant reporting deadline extension to July 15 only applies to FSA and does not change any RMA crop insurance reporting deadline requirements.

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Bekius from front and then if I didn’t catch a natural heat, I would synch them,” Bekius said. “But with not enough help on the dairy, the cows don’t always go outside every day and catching heats is hard.”

When Bekius started dairying, he purchased a 42-cow registered herd.

In selecting bulls for high components, and structurally sound udder and feet and legs, Bekius has improved the quality of his herd.

“Growing up, I always heard my dad say, ‘If you can keep good feet and legs under them, you can make them milk,’” Bekius said.

Bekius admitted while functionality is important, he also looks at type.

“One of the best things I’ve done to cut costs is stop attending dairy dispersals, otherwise I was finding ways to buy nice cattle,” he said. “I’ve always liked big, fancy cows, but big cows are not the most profitable.”

Instead, Bekius developed his herd from within, calving in 46 heifers over the course of the first two winters.

With a rapidly growing herd, Bekius has also taken a proactive approach to herd health.

Calves are vaccinated against crypto and rotovirus within 12 hours of birth.

“No one gets more or less care than the animal next to her,” Bekius said. “I don’t like getting a sick calf or cow, because if I have to cull her I feel like I failed.”

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The vendor financed the project and created a payment plan Bekius could afford based on his milk check, and one he could pay off within a

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At the beginning of this year, Bekius created a cash flow statement reflective of his 2018 average milk price of $15.75.

While the markets are more favorable, planning for less will further Bekius’ vision as a young dairy farmer.

He looks online for hay for sale and has taken on custom planting. Last fall, Bekius also worked part time for a cattle exporter.

“The secret to success is farming with your heart, but you have to farm with your checkbook first,” he said.

All of these decisions have carried Bekius through the economic slump and positioned him for a longer career in the industry – a goal he has as the third generation of dairy farmers.

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Last year was the first time the family experimented with double cropping, planting triticale and peas. This year, they strictly planted triticale and will be planting forage sorghum by the end of the month.

Bekius’ mother, Jackie, also feeds the calves and his brothers relief milk.

“I’ve never had any hired labor, so that means I’m sometimes burning the midnight oil,” Bekius said. “The key to all of this is the help I get from family.”

The dairyman also gives credit to people in the industry who he works with and looks to for advice for managing through depressed milk prices, admitting it has not been an easy journey.

“2018 was really tough,” Bekius said.

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Benton County 4-H members play in the water at Camp Benton June 25 which took place at the Koinonia Retreat Center in South Haven.

Benton 4-H had two age groups participate in the two session camp June 24-28.

Calling all campers Benton 4-H hosts annual summer outing

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SOUTH HAVEN – Arriving at Camp Benton at 3 p.m. June 25, a person was quick to realize there was not a better way to spend the day.

As temperatures inched toward 80 degrees, counselors and campers splashed and swam on the shorelines of Lake Sylvia in South Haven.

Benton County 4-H members participated in summer camp at the Koinonia Retreat Center June 24-28. The site replaced the former 4-H camp headquarters, Ann Lake Campground, in Zimmerman after a suspected arson destroyed the buildings in May 2018.

Two age groups – children who have completed second, third

and fourth grades and children who have completed fifth, sixth, seventh and eighth grades – joined 23 camp counselors and adult chaperones Jen Pozorski, Scott Morris, Joyce Belanger, Jeannie Boyle and Russ Beauchamp for two three-day camp sessions. The theme was “4-H the Mighty Jungle.”

Campers began their days with an optional polar swim.

They continued with ice breakers, networking, and flag and reflection time.

“William (Schneider) and I are in charge of flag and reflection,” said Isabel Rudnitski, camp counselor. “Every morning we hang up the 4-H flag and the American flag, and we reflect on what’s going to happen throughout the day.”

Rudnitski said at night, campers take the flags down and reflect on the day once more. On their individual Camp Benton 2019 water bottles, the participants

place stickers of how they are feeling to remind them of their camp experience.

Campers also partook in networking, team building and more.

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jungles, went on a treasure hunt, canoed in Lake Sylvia, created slime and volcano science projects, cooked over an open fire, sang songs and performed skits.

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Claudia Chmielewski (left) and Lydia Kowitz sit at Camp Benton the week of June 24-28. The participants were guided by 23 camp counselors throughout the week.

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Kolben Pozorski, of Foley, attempt to catch a water balloon June 25 in South Haven. A group of Benton County 4-H summer campers participated in a catching competition, eliminating those whose balloons burst.

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Camp counselors Isabel Rudnitski and Daniel Halvorsen, both of Foley, are dressed in costumes for a game at Camp Benton in South Haven.

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Gracey Tillemans, of Sauk Rapids, and Breya Goshong, of St. Cloud, sit together June 25 on the shoreline of Lake Sylvia in South Haven.

The two Benton County 4-H members participated in the third through fifth grade camp June 24-26.

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Dillen Matvick, of Hillman, sits next to Daniel Halvorsen, Wyatt Ackerman (from left), Isabel Rudnitski, Kolben Pozorski, Reese Miller, Nicole Ackerman and Teagan Eggert of Foley, who makes an announcement from the docks fold flags during the flag and reflection session of camp June 24 at Koinonia Retreat Center in South Haven. Benton at Lake Sylvia June 25 in South Haven. The two were County 4-H hosts Camp Benton on the grounds after a fire destroyed Ann Lake Campground, Camp Benton’s counselors at the summer camp hosted by Benton County 4-H. previous location, in May 2018.

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Tristyn Pozorski, of Foley, grasps a beach ball in the water at Koinonia Retreat Center in South Haven June 25. The high that day was 80 degrees.

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Gracy Tillemans (center, from left) and Breya Goshong; (back, clockwise from left) Olivia Voight, Addison Jernberg, Emery Olson, Kaylee Ratka, Mitchel Spiczka, Jack Dahler, Noah Rosenberger and Jackson Rasmusson huddle around a table at Camp Benton June 25 in South Haven. Over 80 campers participated in the camp.

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Camp counselor Jackson Ackerman, of Rice, lifts a watermelon into the air June 25 at Lake Sylvia in South Haven. The campers played keep-away with a Vaseline covered watermelon in the water.

Brenda Wiley (left) and Macie Ratka, both of Foley, stand inside a gaga ball pit at Camp Benton June 25 in South Haven. The girls played the dodgeball type game with a beach ball following an afternoon swim.

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DNR invites public to Little Rock Creek data collection SAUK RAPIDS – Are you curious about how the DNR collects data from streams?

The public is invited to learn and see firsthand Thursday, July 11. DNR staff will be near the Little Rock Creek at 1 p.m. to demonstrate how they gather data about streambed types, vegetation and fish. DNR staff will demonstrate electrofishing equipment used to stun, count and identify the minnows and larger fish in Little Rock Creek. They will describe how they record streambed types, water depth and speeds, whether there are logs or vegetation either in the stream or over the water. The collected data will be used to inform groundwater flow analysis in the Little Rock Creek Area.

Enhanced data collection and analysis is one of several key actions outlined in the Sustainable Use of Groundwater in the Little Rock Creek Area Plan. Anyone interested in learning more about the plan can visit the project web page at http://mndnr.gov/littlerock.

From the McDonald’s fast food restaurant in Rice, travel 1.3 miles northeast on Pine Road Northwest, turn left on 15th Avenue Northwest and travel 2.2 miles to the T. Turn right and travel 250 feet. Turn left on 15th Avenue Northwest (minimum maintenance road) and travel .5 miles to the edge of the woods. Park and walk down the road .1 miles to the site. The event will take place at the bridge over Little Rock Creek.

Aquifers The world’s underground sources of water, which 2 billion people rely on, are in serious trouble.

Since 2003, researchers from the University of California Irvine have been working with NASA scientists using their Gravity Recovery and BY ROGER STROM Climate Experiment The Business of Farming satellites to measure changes in aquifers.

They have concluded that, as the result of increasing human demand combined with global warming, 21 of the world’s 37 largest aquifers are beyond the tipping point and are being drained faster than they can recharge. The Arabian Aquifer System that serves more than 60 million people is in the worst condition, with little chance of recovery, followed by the aquifer under northern Africa and the Indus Basin aquifer which supplies much of India’s water needs.

Jay Famiglietti, a water scientist at NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory in California said the situation is quite critical, and the water table is dropping all over the world.

Of those water sources for the United States, California’s Central Valley Aquifer is in the worst condition. Also in trouble is the Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plains Aquifer which is under the southeast coastal states and down into Florida. The good news is the three aquifers supplying water for those of us in the middle of the country are actually in pretty good shape.

Not only have the water sources changed, but they were also able to determine that some of those underground water supplies may be smaller than earlier estimates. What is not known, is how much water is in those aquifers. The satellite data can only measure change not volume.

As for the Central Valley Aquifer, it’s now estimated that over 100,000 wells are tapping into it. Many of those wells are drying up and well drillers cannot keep up with the demand for even deeper wells. On average, people and farms would normally rely on the aquifers for about 35% of their needs but during the California drought that percentage increased to 65% and remains above average. Some experts predict California will eventually have to get all of its water from an aquifer that has been dropping 2 feet a year in some areas. Californians will not be the only ones to feel the impact. That same aquifer supplies over 15% of the groundwater for the entire country.

Based on the NASA findings and predictions for the future, maybe now is the time to reevaluate the spending of millions of dollars to see if there was ever water on Mars. Money that might be better spent on developing an economical and sustainable method of removing salt from ocean water, so we can be assured of having enough water and food for future generations on the planet we are currently inhabiting. … just sayin’.

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Watch out for liver flukes this summer

MDA helps ag professionals prepare for tough conversations ST. PAUL – Stressful times in agriculture can trigger bad news and difficult conversations.

In response, the Minnesota Department of Agriculture is offering “Navigating Conflict & Tough Conversations in Agriculture,” a workshop designed to help agriculture professionals navigate potentially contentious situations.

“Farmers are having a tough time right now,” said Thom Petersen, agriculture commissioner. “There’s a lot on the line, and we recognize that lenders, agency staff, clergy, educators, veterinarians, agricultural advisors and business people can find themselves trying to help in situations where emotions run high.”

Workshop topics include reducing anxiety and fear about interpersonal conflict; understanding how selfawareness and group

dynamics contribute to successful outcomes; exploring the connection between conflict and change; and precautions participants can take to keep themselves safe at work – both in and outside their office.

University of Minnesota Extension Educator Denise Stromme and law

enforcement will teach the workshop at six locations in June and July. All sessions run from 9 a.m. to noon.

- July 9, South Central College, 1225 Third St. S.W., Faribault.

- July 10, St. Cloud Technical and Community College, 1540 Northway Dr., St. Cloud.

The workshop is free but space is limited.

Register at http://www. navigationing-conflictin-ag.eventbrite.com

or by calling 651-2016012.

All participants will receive certificates of attendance. Several organizations have approved continuing education credits.

Individuals with a disability who need a reasonable accommodation to participate in this event should contact Stephen Moser at 651-201-6012 or through the Minnesota Relay Service at 711 as soon as possible.

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that most economic losses would be due to liver condemnation at slaughter. However, there are greater hidden financial losses experienced by beef producers once their cattle become infected with liver flukes.

Reduced average daily gain, lower feed conversion, reduced milk production and lower weaning weights are the most common productivity losses. In addition, several feedlot studies in feeder cattle infected with even low levels of liver flukes indicate that rate of gain can be significantly reduced. The financial bottom line is liver flukes can be responsible for hidden economic losses in the beef cattle industry.

Taking prevention measures now can help avoid losses down the road. Look at reducing exposure to wet, marshy areas where the larvae thrive best and where you are most likely to have snails. Next, look at deworming programs with your veterinarian. Two oral dewormers are available that are effective against liver flukes: clorsulon and albendazol. There is also an injectable dewormer, which is a combination of ivermectin and clorsulon. All the drugs have advantages and disadvantages in terms of cost, ease of administration, withdrawal times and effectiveness.

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In the summer, beef producers have a the gut wall, cross the peritoneum and laundry list of parasites to watch out for. penetrate the liver capsule and bile ducts.

Some parasites have obvious symptoms Symptoms associated with liver and can be easily treated. Others are more flukes include reduced weight gain, difficult to manage. Liver flukes are caused reduced milk yields, reduced fertility, by the parasite Fasciola hepatica. Fluke anemia and diarrhea. However, a liver eggs are passed in the feces of the animal, fluke infestation is typically subclinical, and they hatch into motile miracidia. The so you may not even know you have liver miracidia must find a host within three flukes unless you have a post-mortem hours of hatching. The typical host is a completed or you receive feedback from snail. The infected snails will eventually the packing plant about condemned shed cercaria, which are motile and will BY EMILY WILMES livers. Therefore, producers should look attach themselves to surfaces, such as at post-mortem examination or carcass University of grass blades where they become the information from the packing plant as an MN Extension infective metacercariae. These are then essential diagnostic tool. ingested by the final host, completing the life cycle.

Condemnation of the liver at the packing plant Once inside cattle, metacercariae migrate through can be caused by one liver fluke. One would expect

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