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Saturday, October 26, 2019

Winter restrictions effective Nov. 1 No parking on city roadways from 2-7 a.m.

SAUK RAPIDS — Winter parking restrictions take effect Friday, Nov. 1. The Sauk Rapids Police Department advises residents to become familiar with the ordinance.

According to city code, no vehicles or trailers are to be stopped, left unattended or parked on any street, avenue or thoroughfare within the city limits between the hours of 2-7 a.m. Winter parking restrictions are effective from Nov. 1 through March 31 each calendar year.

The Sauk Rapids Police Department reserves the right to issue citations, impose fines and remove vehicles from roadways. Such vehicles will not be released to the owner until fees for towing and storage are paid in addition to any fines.

A similar ordinance with the same parameters is on file in the city of Rice.

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Harrison battles, overcomes cancer

BY ELIZABETH HOAG STAFF WRITER

FOLEY – A sharp intake of air was followed by tears. This was Beth Harrison’s reaction after she was told she had invasive ductal carcinoma.

Harrison was on her way home from work in June 2017. She had found a lump in her right breast, about the size of a pea.

“I don’t have a regular physician and typically head to the doctor only when necessary,” said Harrison, of Foley. “So, naturally I chose whoever was available to see me the next day, and the PA I saw found the lump too.”

Pathology results confirmed Harrison had stage

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“I told the doctor, ‘Give it to me straight,’” she said. “Within a month, I met with my cancer team where my surgeon and I made the decision to move forward with a double mastectomy and immediate DIEP flap reconstruction.”

Harrison found herself submerged in a new and unfamiliar world of medical appointments and a life changing diagnosis.

Prior to having surgery to extract the tumor that had invaded her right breast, Harrison underwent a standard procedure July

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Ailee (front, from left) and Beckham; (back) Beth and Brad Harrison stand together Oct. 8 at their home in Foley. Beth was diagnosed with invasive ductal carcinoma in June 2017. Not pictured is daughter Kayla Rauer.

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BY ANNA HINKEMEYER STAFF WRITER

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SAUK RAPIDS – Squeaky toys, long walks in the park and an abundance of love were welcomed into the Jahnke family dynamic Aug. 6 as Mara Jahnke and her husband, Jeff, adopted Charlie the dog from the Tri-County Humane PHOTO BY ANNA HINKEMEYER

Mara Jahnke and her dog Charlie spend time together at home Oct. 22 in Sauk Rapids. Charlie is the Jahnke family’s third adoption from the TriCounty Humane Society since 1998.

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“We didn’t have an actual plan to adopt,” Mara Jahnke said.

“Jeff and I have always been dog people, and one day my grandson Noah and I took a field trip to the humane society. I had gone back a couple other times, and the last time I was there one of the workers suggested Charlie. I was looking at her and thought she was pretty cute. We went outside, and when we interacted, she listened – I said come and she came. We connected and I fell in love. I wrote out a deposit. Later, when I brought Jeff to meet her, he fell in love, and we brought her home.”

Charlie is the couple’s third adoption from the TCHS. The two previously adopted one cat each in 1998 and 2015. Their cat, Lunar,

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Rice council suggests fire contract conversations Language to remain the same for Langola, Graham in coming year

BY NATASHA BARBER STAFF WRITER

RICE – The city of Rice plans to solicit fire contract feedback from area townships within the next year. Discussion about future contracts ensued at the Rice City Council meeting Oct. 21.

With contracts for Langola and Graham townships expiring Dec. 31, clerk Julie Fandel

said a safety committee meeting took place which proposed the council explore lump sum billing for the fire department.

Council member Chris Scheel was hesitant of the idea. Scheel said when the council tried lump sum billing in the past, the public voiced its disagreement; residents preferred per call fees because it was user based.

“I’m willing to look at it either way,” Scheel said. “But at that time, we took a lot of flak, and we had to fight a long time to get that one contract reverted back to where it is now.”

Fandel also said she learned the fire contracts use tax capacity statistics from two years prior to the contract year because in year’s past the county was not able to provide up-to-date information.

With technology ever advancing, Fandel said the delay is no longer a problem and asked the council if they would like to use current numbers.

“Right now, I have the tax capacity for 2019, and by November I will have the one for 2020,” Fandel said.

“So we could actually use real numbers. The second year would still be a 2.35% increase, but

that first number would be a real number rather than an estimate back to something if we choose to do it that way.”

Scheel said contract language for the years 2020 and 2021 should remain the same to allow time for communication.

“I don’t believe the time is now,” Scheel said. “Here we go, the last meeting in October.

We would have to figure this all out in November, and we would be giving the townships whose contracts are expiring one meeting to decide if they want to go ahead with the contract.”

The majority of the

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“These animals here are truly homeless, and from front from front they deserve a second chance,” Davis said. “The Following an amendment to Sauk Rapids city still lives with the couple. shelter is a busy place and “We strongly believe most dogs are not used to ordinances earlier this year, the Sauk Rapids Public in shelters and the care being in a place this busy.

Works Director has the authority to declare a snow they give to the animals,” They want to have a famemergency should there be a presence of or prediction ily to love and a said. of snow in excess of 4 inches, freezing rain, sleet or Jahnke home to play in.” other weather that could impede the duties of emer- “ A d o p t i n g In 2018, TCHS from them is a gency personnel or vehicular traffic. adopted out 558 smooth process Snow emergencies will be announced via radio dogs and 166 puponce you make stations. pies. Thus far in the decision.

During snow emergencies, it is unlawful to park 2019, there have The shelter for along roadways until the roadway has been cleaned us is the way been 575 dogs and curb to curb.

120 puppies which to go. We don’t Homeowners in both Sauk Rapids and Rice know have found new what should also be aware of other winter season ordinanc- these dogs’ fuhomes through the es. shelter.

Vicki Davis tures look like Snow and ice on public sidewalks are considered if “A lot of people someone a public nuisance and abutting property owners are doesn’t adopt them.” come here to get a homeresponsible for the removal within 24 hours after the October is Adopt a less dog to bring home,” snow or ice is deposited. Failure to do so can result Shelter Dog Month, but Davis said. “It tends to in a special assessment against the adjacent property Vicki Davis, executive di- make people feel good, owner. rector for the TCHS said like they did a good deed It is also unlawful to deposit snow from private anytime is a good time to for the world. People often return to adopt more property onto public streets and grounds. animals here.”

Charlie has been part of the family for less than three months and has alLicense #BC681135 ready changed so much.

“Whenever I watch Noah now, Charlie gives us more things to do,” Jahnke said. “Now if we go for a walk to the park, we are gone longer because we play fetch with her while we are there.

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council agreed the city should give townships forewarning of conversations and changes so the townships can budget.

Townships typically only host one regular meeting per month, and they operate differently than municipalities – having one annual meeting each March where voters set the budget for the following fiscal year.

Fiscal year 2020 budgets were set this past March.

Council members expressed their openness to approach township officials to discuss billing options, using current tax capacity numbers and changing contract dates

to better align with township annual meetings.

“I’m happy (Julie and the safety committee) brought it up because then we can start those conversations now,” said Paula Kampa, council member.

The Rice Fire Department covers fire and emergency services in Graham, Langola and Watab townships. Watab Township’s contract is in place until Dec. 31, 2020.

In other council news: - The council reduced

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Mara Jahnke walks her dog Charlie around their yard Oct. 22 in Sauk Rapids. Mara and her husband, Jeff, adopted Charlie from the Tri-County Humane Society in St. Cloud in August.

“The recovery is taking some time, and Charlie is limited on some of the things she can do, but she is doing well,” Jahnke said. “She cannot do any stairs right now or get up into the truck, which she loves to do. As her recovery progresses, she will be able to get back to doing things like that.”

For the Jahnkes, adopting Charlie from

the TCHS was an easy choice.

“Charlie picked us really,” Jahnke said. “I don’t believe in coincidences, but rather God doing His work. Charlie and our family were destined to be together. That’s what made me go back to the shelter, and it’s a decision I won’t ever regret.”

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tell a story, and I see myself slowly coming back together after being completely torn apart.”

Even though Harrison is cancer free, she fights the real fear of its return.

“My survival rate is 30% within the first five years,” she said. “I have a high probability of getting cancer again in my lungs or liver, maybe my brain. All of these things I’ve been told by my doctor or his representative.

All of these things might happen.”

But for now, the mother and wife focuses her attention on being present for her family and being thankful for the second chance she has been given.

“I am loving more wholly and doing everything I can to show the people that I care about what they mean to me,” she said. “I’m trying not to waste this life. … Because of the people who have shown me kindness during my most crucial time of need, I’ve made it my mission to reach out to anyone struggling with breast cancer. I want others who are going through what I went through to know they have someone who understands and will be there for them.”

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der arrest. One of the stun gun’s prongs dislodged from Lene-Johnson, causing the officer to feel the electric shock of the device. Lene-Johnson regained his footing and

BY BEN SONNEK began throwing punches.

STAFF WRITER With the help of a second officer, law enforcement A Sauk Rapids man gained control of Lenewas arrested on a war- Johnson after considerable rant Oct. 18 in Sauk Cen- effort.

“Our officers handled tre. During the arrest, he caused injuries to police. the incident very proTristin Lene-Johnson, fessionally,” said Bryon 21, was charged with two Friedrichs, Sauk Centre counts of felony fourth- Police Chief. “It’s fortudegree assault on a peace nate there were no further officer and two counts of injuries to our officers or the suspect. (The felony threats PHOTO SUBMITTED officers) did a of violence. He Beth Harrison sits while getting a round of chemotherapy good job working faces multiple administered Aug. 15, 2017, at Coborn Cancer Center in together.” sentences; one St. Cloud. Harrison underwent eight rounds of chemo.

According to charge alone facFriedrichs, two es a maximum home,” she said. “He was and burns.

Sauk Centre resiof fi ve years immy rock through this en“I know what it feels dents saw the inprisonment and tire journey.” like to be completely cident and helped $10,000 fi ne.

The 39-year-old also stripped of femininity,” to apprehend the A c c o r d i n g tried to maintain her gym she said. “I felt my very suspect. to a complaint membership, working out lowest low, but I realized “It’s nice filed with Stearns Tristin Lenewhenever possible to keep that beauty is fleeting and when the public County, around Johnson her spirits high. the things that matter have sees our officers 5:30 p.m. on the “I’m not going to lie,” nothing to do with breasts are in need of assistance day of the arrest, Sauk she said. “There were days or hair. My scars I carry Centre Police Department and are willing to help,” when I was nervous and officers were on patrol Friedrichs said. thought I was going to die.

Officers seized a .177 when they observed LeneThis was hard, really hard.

Daisy Powerline handgun Johnson near Eighth Street Every once in a while, the South on the Lake Wobe- from the scene. depression seeped in and Lene-Johnson was gon Trail in Sauk Centre. really tried to take over.” transported to the Sauk Offi cers recognized LeneDespite her internal Johnson as having an ac- Centre CentraCare Hosstruggles, Harrison paid tive warrant for his ar- pital for evaluation and credit where credit was rest and approached him. was later transported the due. A few people in parLene-Johnson refused the Stearns County Jail. Two ticular as well as a comofficer’s commands and officers received minor inmunity who encouraged walked away. The offi- juries and were treated and Harrison to keep fightcer drew his stun gun and released from the hospital. ing helped her muster up asked Lene-Johnson to One officer was absent enough courage to push stop and remove his hands from work for three days through. from his pockets which the due to injuries.

“I got through every Lene-Johnson will apsuspect would not do. moment of my journey bepear in court Nov. 13.

Lene-Johnson pointed cause of all the love,” she Lene-Johnson had acwhat looked like a black said. “I never imagined handgun at the officer; tive Stearns County warthat so many people would the officer heard a click- rants for disorderly consupport me and care as ing sound consistent with duct, aiding an offender, much as they did and still PHOTO SUBMITTED that of discharge. The of- obstructing the legal prodo. I’ve become closer to Kayla Rauer (left) stands with her mother, Beth Harrison, people, I’ve learned what Feb. 3, 2018, at St. Cloud Technical Community College ficer deployed his stun cess and theft prior to the it feels like to face my own in St. Cloud. Harrison underwent chemotherapy, surgery gun on Lene-Johnson and most recent arrest. mortality and plan for the and radiation after being diagnosed with breast cancer. attempted to place him unworst, so my loved ones didn’t have to.”

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12, 2017, for a sentinel lymph node biopsy.

“Two days later, on the way to my 6-year-old’s well-child check-up, Dr. Singh called me to let me know the results of the lymph biopsy,” she said.

“All three nodes taken were positive for cancer.”

Harrison’s initial surgery scheduled for Aug. 5, 2017, was canceled because the cancer had metastasized, moving her from stage II to stage IIIC breast cancer.

“I was terrified,” she said. “The biggest question I had was whether or not I was going to die.”

Instead Harrison, a wife and mother of three, began a rigorous course of chemotherapy treatments July 27, 2017, to shrink the rapidly growing tumor. She underwent eight rounds of chemo.

“I felt like my life was standing still but everyone else was moving forward,” she said. “I felt trapped and unable to look into the future too far or make plans not knowing what I’d feel like that day, that week or that month.”

The journey was anything but easy for Harrison, and especially for her daughter, Ailee, 9, who struggled with the fact her mother was going to lose her long blonde hair.

“Ailee would run her hands through my hair,” Harrison said. “She asked me to wear a wig because I looked more like myself.”

Two rounds after starting chemo, Harrison made the difficult decision to shave her head.

“It was time,” she said. “My head was getting itchy, but my kids helped me with the transition, taking part in shaving my hair.”

Harrison finished her last round of chemo Nov. 7, 2017. Her surgeons then performed a double mastectomy and extracted 14 lymph nodes.

After healing from her nine-hour surgery, Harrison began a rigorous 25day course of radiation, which concluded March 25, 2018.

“That day was full of awesome,” Harrison said.

“You see, in less than six months I had gone from having stage III invasive ductal carcinoma to being in complete remission.”

While Harrison focused on her overall health and goal to overcome this sickness, she continued to teach full time at St. Cloud Technical Community College as a dental instructor, parent her children and tried to live as normal as possible.

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Highway 23 construction slated for 2020 MnDOT to install reduced conflict intersection at County Road 8

BY NATASHA BARBER STAFF WRITER

SAUK RAPIDS – The Minnesota Department of Transportation has invited the public to learn more about a slated construction project in Benton County.

An open house regarding the reduced conflict intersection to be constructed at Highway 23 and County Road 8 will take place from 4:30-6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 30. The event will be at Minden Township Hall, 2989 Golden Spike Road N.E., Sauk Rapids. Residents are invited to view the proposed layout and gather take-home information.

No formal presentation is planned, and people are welcome to come and go as they please during the event.

Along with a 4 mile resurfacing project of Highway 23 from County Road 1 to Highway 95, MnDOT will construct a reduced conflict intersection beginning September 2020. The project is expected to take roughly

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An example of the reduced conflict intersection to be constructed at the intersection of Benton County Road 8 and HIghway 23 is pictured.

The Minnesota Department of Transportation plans to execute the plan with a resurrfacing project in fall 2020 and is hosting an open house Wednesday, Oct. 30 for the public to learn more and ask questions regarding the project.

two months.

In an RCI – also known as a J-turn – drivers entering Highway 23 from County Road 8 will have only the ability to make a right turn.

Should that driver want to travel in the opposite direction, the driver will merge and enter a left turn lane before making a U-turn at a designated median opening.

MnDOT installed its first RCI nearly 10 years ago in Willmar. Since that time, the agency has constructed 13 and has 40 more RCI projects scheduled. The intersections are faster to

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when we first started impleme plementing them. You’re still g going to get a couple “With the ones we peo people who don’t like already have in the state, th them, but they work. there has been 100% reduction S Safety is the main tthing. We want to in fatalities. So, it has had really keep traffic flowgood results. Right angle (crashes) ing from one place tto another and make have been reduced by 77% and su sure everyone can get injury crashes by 50%.” the their safely.”

T The RCI will im- Russell Fellbaum pact the 5% of traffic build than which uses the intersecinterchanges tion ffrom County Road and less expensive than years 8 rath rather than constantly – installing traffic signals. nine with injuaffecting the flow of veRCIs have other benefits ries, two with incapaci- hicles on Highway 23 as as well. tating injuries and one a traffic signal or round“With the ones we crash that resulted in two about would have done. already have in the state, fatalities.

“The only thing it there has been 100% reThe intersection was changes is you can’t go duction in fatalities,” a safety hazard, and crash straight across, and you said Russell Fellbaum, numbers came back three can’t take a left (from MnDOT Development times higher than the County Road 8),” FellProject Manager. “So, it state average. MnDOT baum said. “This doesn’t has had really good re- chose the RCI option fol- change the access to the sults. Right angle (crash- lowing an intersection businesses (from Highes) have been reduced by control evaluation, Fell- way 23) what-so-ever.

77% and injury crashes baum said.

You can take a left or a by 50%.”

“This is the best fix right off of Highway 23 This could be good we can do there to make to get to County Road 8.” news for an intersection it safer,” Fellbaum said.

The design has also which has seen nearly “It is different. People been modified to allow 40 crashes in the last 10 didn’t like roundabouts for the large vehicles,

machinery and equipment using the intersection.

“The first RCIs they made, they struggled because you had to work your way over as you go down, and you had to go a lot farther before turning around,” Fellbaum said. “This one, you can hit the turn lane right away, and the turn lane has an extra large shoulder for those vehicles so they can get off farther away from the through lanes.”

To learn more, visit http://www.mndot.gov/ d3/projects/h23stc.

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Annual audit shows budget surplus School board approves report from Bergan KDV

BY ANNA HINKEMEYER STAFF WRITER

RICE – Janel Bitzan, of BerganKDV, presented the 2019 audit report to the Sauk Rapids-Rice School Board Oct. 21 at Rice Elementary School in Rice. Following the presentation, the board approved the report.

Revenues are $13,706 per student, and, though that number has D . increased, the district is e $1,256 below state average. Expenditures came in at $13,522 per student, $3,253 below state average.

“Essentially, what

the district is doing is providing the same services as other districts with less dollars,” Bitzan said.

The general fund had $911,388 in excess funds for 2019, with 83% of that being state aid. Bitzan said the excess was due to ongoing projects within the district, such as the safe and secure entrances and the portable classrooms at Pleasantview Elementary School.

“You have the money there for these projects, but payments have not occurred yet for them,” Bitzan said. “A lot of the work is getting pushed into the 2020 fiscal year which is why the surplus is reflected.”

The food and community service funds have balances of $900,893 and $593,048, respectively.

Bitzan said the levy

rate has increased the last three years but not as significantly as the tax capacity which is a benefit to resident taxpayers.

In other school board news: Superintendent Aaron Sinclair, along Mary Cathryn Ricker, Minnesota Department of Education Commissioner, and Dennis Olson Jr., Minnesota Office of Higher Education commissioner, and others were invited by the St. Cloud Area Chamber of Commerce to discuss educational opportunities.

“They invited those two commissioners, some local business entities and some school officials,” Sinclair said.

“The conversation was around postsecondary attainment and how it correlates to local jobs and workforce placements.

It was interesting to hear

the different dynamics and perspectives as well as us to share some of the ideas from us as a district.”

- At Rice Elementary and Sauk Rapids-Rice High School, the entrances have been enclosed.

The entrance project at Mississippi Heights Elementary is stalled due to weather and was not enclosed as of the meeting.

- The temporary portable classrooms at Pleasantview Elementary are in place. Construction progress continues on the modular before students will be allowed to begin classes inside.

- The Sauk RapidsRice drumline program will be in a cooperative with Foley High School this year as SRR faces issues with staffing the coaching positions.

OBITUARIES Sr. Mary Catherine Jacoby, O.S.C. Mass of Christian Burial was 10 a.m. Oct. 21 at St. Clare’s Monastery in Sauk Rapids for Sr. Mary Catherine Jacoby, O.S.C., age 96, who passed away Oct. 16, 2019 at St. Clare’s Monastery. Bishop Donald Kettler officiated and entombment was in the St. Clare’s Monastery Crypt. Visitation was from 1-6 p.m. Sunday and after 8 a.m. Monday at St. Clare’s Monastery in Sauk Rapids.

Arrangements were entrusted to Williams Dingmann Family Funeral Home, Sauk Rapids.

Sr. Mary Catherine Jacoby, O.S.C. was born June 19, 1923, in New Ulm to Philip and Marie Josephine (Filzen) Jacoby.

She entered St. Clare’s Monastery Oct. 7, 1948, made her first vows Sept.

26, 1950, and final vows Sept. 29, 1953.

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Survivors include her St. Clare’s Monastery Community of Sauk Rapids and nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; sisters, Elizabeth Schottenbauer and Leona Keleher; and brothers, Joseph and Engelbert Jacoby.

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Rice City Council from front the landscape escrow application fee from $100 to $50.

- The city engineer contract with Bollig Inc. will expire at the end of the year. Request for proposals have been issued for firms to bid the city

contract. The city is accepting RFPs for threeyear contracts through 4 p.m. Nov. 21. The council will choose a firm Dec. 2.

- Accepted a $3,000 donation from Watab Township to be used for equipment purchases for the Rice Recreation Department. Fandel said the city would not receive a donation for the program in 2020 as a request was not presented at the

Watab Township annual meeting and therefore not approved by voters.

- Adopted an updated personnel policy.

- The city clerk and treasurer created procedural manuals in the event one employee is absent and the other needs to complete a task.

Council members Bryan Anderson and Emily Walters will continue review of the manuals; Mayor Brian Skroch,

Scheel and Kampa have already done so.

A special meeting to address changes is planned.

- The streets commission will meet at 5 p.m., Tuesday, Oct. 29, to review roadways. Skroch, Scheel and Fandel will begin at city hall.

- The next regular council meeting is scheduled for 7 p.m. Nov. 4 at Rice City Hall.

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A worldly reminder

A picture worth a thousand prayers.

I wish I could show you this photo. Understandably, you may only see four women smiling at the camera with coffee and tea in hand at the local coffee shop. But, I made sure to take this photo as a monument of when I joined three women, hearing their BY MERCY NYGAARD stories and their hearts cry for Life by Faith the hurting people around the world, suffering from human trafficking and war.

Isabella, age 24, and I met when I first started dating my husband. She was 7 then. But something always stood out about her. As she became a teen, it was not her style or her popularity that drew my attention to her. It was her passion for fellowship with Jesus. Her dad told my husband and I how she would often wake up at 5 in the morning to read her Bible.

God captivated her heart early, and she recognized at a young age her brief time here on earth compared to eternity. She went on a mission trip to Romania, changing her life forever. Romania is one of the darkest countries and the most heavily plagued with human trafficking. Isabella travels there often now. She lives there or Bulgaria, as long as her Visa allows.

She needs prayer for the expedited process to get the proper documents to return. The love she outpours to women and children, castaways, victims – all children of God – is the only hope they may see in their lifetime.

The other young woman who joined us at the coffee shop that day is our dear Lily. She helped us with our youngest children for one year, and she is now traveling to Thailand. Lily has served in South Africa before and visited Asia, witnessing the suffering there. She will teach English in Bangkok near refugee camps filled with people escaping Burma’s genocide. She needs prayer for doors to open in the area of spreading hope to refugees through the gospel. When she met Isabella, they instantly started talking to each other in the language of missions. They asked each other what organization they began to serve out of, what connections they had overseas and immediately exchanged contact info on WhatsApp. Now, who is the third woman meeting us that day?

Renee is a woman I met at the school our children attended together. We have since home schooled, but the connections you make centered around Christ stick with you a lifetime. I asked if she would join us because these two young women are hungry to serve God in an area where Renee’s heart resonates as well. She has been involved in mission trips to Romania at least half a dozen times. She has wisdom in her years and valuable life experience to encourage these women. As she shared books she has read and resources overseas, Isabella and Lily took thorough notes and asked good questions. Renee asked them equally good questions and listened well.

What was so rewarding to see was how these two young women were encouraging Renee and myself.

Their fervor, zeal, knowledge, courage and love were as admirable and infectious. As they shared stories of victims’ realities, my heart broke and my world grew.

I no longer felt like I was stuck inside four walls in a cold state without a social life. I felt like I was part of God’s biggest plan to restore fellowship between God and man and to pray for these women as they serve with open arms and full hearts. I felt like my work was worthy, raising my six kids to love God with all of their hearts. Possibly God’s call on their lives will be the same as the women sitting in front of me, and my husband and I have to be able to let them go when the time comes.

By sharing the description of this photo with you, I am sharing a gift that was given to me. That day of immense gratitude for a broadened perspective and a refreshing look on the brevity of life. It is so easy to only see mortgage payments, insurance policies, stock market investments and vacations. These are all good things to handle well. But remembering our purpose and seeing what other’s realities look like compared to our own will enrich your outlook on life and remind you what is truly important to God.

EDITORIAL

Raspberry pruning

With a hard freeze predicted soon, duced on the lower areas of those canes our raspberry harvests may come to the following summer.

Another an end. In researching what to do with method is to prune all the canes of fall these plants before winter, I found good bearing raspberries in the fall close to sources of information. The University ground level. The canes will regrow the of Minnesota Extension has a detailed following year, but there will not be any article on growing raspberries. Go to summer crop. One source stated this http://www.extension.umn.edu/fruit/ will produce a heavier fall crop and anBY LINDA G. growing-raspberries-home-garden to other source had the opposite opinion.

TENNESON view it. Iowa Extension also has an arRed or yellow raspberries may Green and ticle at http://www.hortnews.extension. be grown in rows and black or purple Growing in iastate.edu/faq/what-proper-way-fall- Benton County raspberries in hills. Red raspberries will bearing-red-raspberries-late-winterearproduce suckers by underground rhily-spring. I will summarize some of the important zomes. Suckers should be removed to keep the or interesting parts of these articles. plants manageable; otherwise they will spread Red, black and purple raspberries grow well into a thick mass of plants. Canes may be further in Minnesota. They need well-drained, fertile soil pruned to aid in air movement which will help preunder full sun and to be pollinated by bees. The vent fungal diseases from occurring on the plants. plants will grow in shade but will not produce as The tops of canes may also die from the cold if much fruit. The roots and crowns are perennial, but we have a winter with low snow cover. Raspberry the canes or branches only live for two summers. canes need to be protected from rabbits in winter.

There are two types of raspberries – summer bear- A 2 foot high chicken wire or hardware cloth fence ing and fall bearing. What causes confusion is fall will provide protection. Make sure the bottom of bearing raspberries also produce a lighter crop of the fence is fastened to the ground or buried slightberries in mid-summer. Summer bearing raspber- ly underground to keep rabbits from burrowing. ries produce fruit on the second-year canes. The The white patches on sections of the berry are first-year canes, also called primocanes, grow but sunscald and occur during periods of strong middo not produce fruit until their second year when summer sun. Those areas are safe to eat but do they are known as floricanes. So, summer bear- not have any flavor. The inner part of the raspberry ing raspberries should have only their second-year remains on the plant when it is picked. Blackbercanes pruned out in the late fall or early winter. If ries differ from raspberries in that the inner part of all canes are cut off, they will grow in the spring the berry detaches from the plant when it is picked. but will not produce a crop that year.

Berries should be stored in shallow containers to Fall bearing raspberries produce fruit on their avoid crushing the bottom berries. They do not primocanes. If those first-year canes are left stand- last long in refrigeration and should be covered ing in the fall, they will produce a crop the follow- to avoid drying the berries out. Also, do not wash ing summer like summer bearing raspberries. One them until shortly before they are eaten because method for pruning fall bearing raspberries is to moisture will cause them to break down faster. remove all dead, diseased or damaged canes in the Linda G. Tenneson is a University of Minfall and to cut only the tips of the canes that have nesota Extension Master Gardener and Tree Care produced the current year. Some fruit will be pro- Advisor.

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Letters to the Editor Stop domestic violence John

Harrington,

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Department of Public Safety Commissioner A total of 685 people were killed by an intimate partner over the past 30 years in Minnesota.

Those are only the ones we know about, and it does not include those physically or emotionally injured.

The numbers can make domestic violence seem like an overwhelm-

Pumpkin spice, patience Jeffry Skroch Family Fall – the time of year where the world is excited for pumpkin spice flavored everything and fall fashions of scarves and boots. Fall is a time of increasing anxiety and a quiet depression that blankets myself and our family. While the rest of the world is excited to carve pumpkins and decide on their Halloween costumes, I am constantly replaying that night in my mind.

“Come home now, important.”

A text I received late one evening while lounging on my couch including these words that I will never forget – words that began the unbelievable journey that has been our last four years. I quickly dismissed the text to my husband thinking Mom accidentally included me on a text to the wives of my three brothers since the guys were busy harvesting. But, to be sure, I tried to call her. If for nothing else, to make fun of her inability to understand technology.

No answer.

I told my husband, “Let’s

Support the referendum Kurt Hunstiger, Sauk Rapids Mayor I am supporting the ISD No. 47 referendum for the replacement of Pleasantview Elementary School for the following reasons.

The school district held over two dozen community listening sessions, mailed surveys and sought online community input.

The No. 1 issue identified was to address the issues at Pleasantview Elementary School.

Some of the most important issues to me include: - Classroom size and lack of walls between the classrooms which is noisy and disruptive to both the students in the classrooms and the adjoining areas.

- The building is 50 years old, and it was not built to educate over 700 students in the current classroom configuration and meet the students’ needs of today.

ing problem.

But, you can do something about it. This month is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, and whether you are a survivor, a service provider or a bystander, you can do the one thing to address domestic violence. Believe victims.

Write to your policy-makers. Volunteer at a shelter. Vote. Donate to programs that provide services to domestic violence survivors.

Model respectful relationships.

Share your story. You do not have to do it all; spread awareness using

hashtag #1thing.

Even if your message seems small, sharing via social media will combine with efforts of your whole community to create social change. Together, we can eradicate domestic violence.

Learn more about the help available through our Office of Justice Programs at http://www. ojp.dps.mn.gov. If you need help, call 866-223-1111 or text 612-3999995 the Minnesota Day One Crisis Line.

get ready to go, just in case.” As I pulled the second leg of my jeans on it clicked. I told my husband, “Someone died, we have to go now.” He looked at me like I was crazy, but my heart sank. A year prior, when my grandfather passed, my mother had me call all the aunts and uncles with this same verbiage so that no one would be too emotional to drive. By the time we were on the highway headed the hour home, I received a call from my dad. “Tam, there was an accident. Your brother Jeff was killed.” I screamed and threw the phone. My husband begged me to pull over and let him drive as he gathered the phone and spoke to my dad.

From there, I cannot begin to describe the way everyone was broken to the core. The imagery of even the strongest in my family falling apart, the priest wrapping his arms around my sister-in-law and Jeff’s 8 month old daughter, Quinn, at my brother’s funeral, and the reality of the enormous changes that were about to take place in our family, our company and our livelihood will never leave my mind.

Oddly enough, only about a

year prior, my father and brothers were some of the first on the scene of an accident where a priest hit some farm equipment. They tried their best to help, but it was too late for that priest. An example of foreshadowing at its finest.

Too many, too close to home.

My life, my family’s lives, his wife, my niece’s life, they are all forever changed. That semi driver hit a parked semi that was fully lit that night and consequently killed my brother. Sleeping, not paying attention, on a phone; it does not matter. What matters is that so many lives were irreversibly altered that night and so many other times in similar situations, all unnecessarily.

So, I beg you, take care, take it slow, give the farmers room to move the big equipment. They do not want to slow you down either.

Do not change someone’s life this season. Instead, take another sip of that pumpkin spiced something and enjoy the beauty of a bountiful harvest the farmers are trying to make for the world.

Thanks in advance for your patience.

- There is a lack of space for students with special needs, and some classes take place in hallways and limited areas which were never designed to educate students.

- The school was not built to address the safety concerns of today.

The Sauk Rapids City Council passed “A Resolution Supporting ISD No. 47 Referendum to Replace Pleasantview Elementary School” unanimously. The resolution of support included the following statements: - The city of Sauk Rapids and school district are strong long-time partners that together have worked to create and foster a strong community.

- The city of Sauk Rapids supports the efforts of the school district to provide an outstanding education for the children in the community.

- Healthy and vibrant neighborhoods rely on healthy and vibrant schools.

- Strong community supported

schools are essential for economic and community development purposes because they attract both employers and employees.

- Replacement of Pleasantview Elementary School is necessary to preserve the neighborhood and community vitality, maintain the education standard of excellence with the community and ensure that the economy of Sauk Rapids remains strong.

- The city of Sauk Rapids fully supports the school district’s proposed referendum to replace Pleasantview Elementary School.

- The city of Sauk Rapids encourages residents to support the school district’s proposed referendum to replace Pleasantview Elementary School.

I personally support the referendum and encourage you to support it as well. I ask you to please go and show your support by voting Nov. 5. Strong schools build strong communities. Go Storm.

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Passion for reptiles leads to retail store Fizards opening in downtown Sauk Rapids

BY ANNA HINKEMEYER STAFF WRITER

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SAUK RAPIDS – People will have a new opportunity to adopt pets in Sauk Rapids beginning this weekend. Amanda and AJ Gohman are opening Fizards – a fish and reptile store – at 115 Division St. in Sauk Rapids.

“Most people don’t want to go to the big box stores,” AJ said. “They feel people who are in the hobby have a better understanding on how things need to be taken care of.”

The Gohmans specialize in breeding their own reptiles, specifically snakes and bearded dragons. They also hand-pick the fish from wholesalers in the Twin Cities metro area.

“It helps us to see them in person and gives our customers a better quality,” Amanda said.

“We check to make sure they are all healthy and look as they are supposed to before we sell them in the store.”

The couple’s passion for fish and reptiles stems from having pets of their own as well as previous work experience.

“I used to work at a fish and reptile store here in town before they closed,” Amanda said.

n a f b A bearded dragon rests on Amanda Gohman’s shoulder Oct. 23 in Sauk Rapids. Fizards breeds their own beardedk dragons for customers, and the Gohmans own 16 ofi p their own. ed dragons ourselves,” people looking to adopt aa Amanda said. “We have fish or reptile for the firstl S the experience in breed- time.

“I always tell peopleh ing the reptiles, which again is something I think caring for these animals our customers will appre- is fairly easy,” Amanda ciate. We can give them said. “Caring for bearded all detailed information dragons consists of havPHOTOS BY ANNA HINKEMEYER like where the parents are ing live bugs and fresh AJ and Amanda Gohman stand in front of Fizards, a fish and reptile store Oct. 23 in and the morph.” vegetables and having Sauk Rapids. The store, located at 115 Division St., will open this weekend.

Fizards will also proper lighting. Bearded accept animals if peo- dragons are like the dog ple cannot take care of of the reptile world. They “When I started working people think you can go creating a fish tank.” at the other store, I didn’t buy a fish, put it in waThe Gohmans also their fish or reptiles for have a personality, they any reason. They offer learn their name and will know this was something ter and it’s done. There’s breed bearded dragons.

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Benton County 4-H hosts 61st annual leaders banquet Over 40 people recognized for contributions

and Joseph. Kampa also

BY ANN OLSON BENTON COUNTY 4-H plays an active role in the PROGRAM COORDINATOR horse project development

FOLEY – The 61st annual Benton County 4-H Leaders Banquet took place Oct. 20 at the First Presbyterian Church in Foley. The event signified the end of the 4-H year and was an appreciation dinner and awards program for 4-H adult leaders. About 70 adult volunteers and special guests were in attendance to eat a catered dinner by Schmit Haus Catering and partake in a recognition program.

Highlights of the evening included an encouraging 4-H leaders response from Kim Kampa, who has been a dedicated adult and key leader from Shooting Stars 4-H Club for the past seven years. Kampa and her husband, Kevin, live in Palmer Township, Sherburne County. They have two children, Grace

committee along with her daughter Grace. Kim’s response included sharing about how she began involvement in Benton County 4-H. She shared her excitement of being a part of Benton County 4-H with all of the dedicated volunteers and youth.

After Kampa’s heartfelt response, recognition pins and certificates – signifying the numbers of years in leadership – were presented to 40 people with one award posthumously presented. Special awards were presented to individuals who were nominated by 4-H youth and adult volunteers.

There were two Outstanding Service Awards presented. Kevin Kuklok presented the first to Nick Dahler of Cornerstone Clovers 4-H Club. Dahler played an intricate part in

Nick Dahler (left) holds the Outstanding Service award with Kevin Kuklok Oct. 20 in Foley. Dahler was presented the award for his service to Benton County 4-H.

repairs and updates of the 4-H exhibit building at the Benton County Fairgrounds in Sauk Rapids.

Dahler designed and built new club booths, built and repaired shelves in the 4-H lunch stand, and performed numerous repairs in the barns at the fairgrounds.

“I don’t know how Nick even finds the time to do all that he does, but it sure is appreciated,” Kuklok said.

The second Outstanding Service Award was presented to Sue Tix by Amy Kleine. Tix was nominated by sophomore 4-H participant Mickaila Lenz. Kleine shared how Tix has been instrumental in the dog project. She has encouraged and taught those participating in the dog project such as Lenz.

“Not only did she teach us to train our dog, she even came to watch how 4-Hers did showing other animals and different projects,” Lenz said.

Karen Sakry presented the Friend of 4-H award to JoAnn’s Fabrics.

JoAnn’s Fabrics has faithfully donated large boxes of craft supplies to Benton County 4-H – allowing for resources and creating opportunities the organization would not otherwise have. Rebecca Newman and Marge Haakonson attended and accepted the award on behalf of the business.

There were two Leader Achievement Awards presented. The first was given to Sue Janorschke.

Sharon Beehler presented the award to Janorschke who played a big role in updating the 4-H exhibit building in building shelves with her husband, Mitch, organizing supplies, designing the layout of the building for 4-H projects, coming up with new ideas and seeking out large donations to make the updates possible.

The second Leader Achievement Award was

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Kim Kampa (left) accepts a Leader Achievement award from Mary Gregory Oct. 20 at the First Presbyterian Church in Foley. Benton County 4-H hosted its annual adult leaders appreciation banquet at the venue.

presented to Kim Kampa of Shooting Star 4-H Club

by Mary Gregory. Gregory spoke highly of Kampa, stressing that Kampa’s positive attitude and enthusiasm is contagious.

Kampa leads the Shooting Stars Club and is determined to allow the youth to run their monthly meetings.

The 4-H Pioneer Award recipient was Jan Johnson. She was recognized for her years of service to Benton County 4-H. Johnson is active in the home economics committee, clothing camps, clothing judging day, fashion revue and served as a state fair chaperone for 28 years. Johnson continues to be an important part of the program and a dear friend of Janet Stark who presented her the award.

Bonnita Bernhardt received the Honorary 4-H Member Award presented

by Donita Beehler. Bernhardt stepped into the position of ordering and finance for the 4-H lunch stand committee and spent many hours beyond the normal hours for the

Sharon Beehler holds a certificate recognizing her 50 Sue Tix (left) accepts and award from Amy Kleine Oct. 20 years of service to Benton County 4-H Oct. 20 in Foley. in Foley. Tix was recognized with an Outstanding Service award for her contributions to the dog project.

Beehler works with the 79ers 4-H Club.

position doing updates, with the drawing of door organizing and finding prizes provided by 4-H additional ways to save clubs. money.

The program ended

The following people were recognized for their years of service as adult leaders in Benton County 4-H. They are listed with their corresponding clubs.

55 year leader: Mary Agnes Shimota, independent 50 year leader: Sharon Beehler, of 79ers 35 year leaders: Jan Johnson, of Busy Bees Harold and Marlene Hunt, independent Kenny Beehler, of 79ers 20 year leaders: Dennis and Malissa Lenz, of Minden 15 year leaders: Bev Mendel and husband Michael Chaika (posthumously), of Elk River Critters 10 year leaders: Jodi Corrigan, of Duelm Joyce Belanger, of Green Acres Carol Schimnich, independent Laura Pollard, of 79ers Lori Lyback, of St. Pat’s 5 year leaders: Kristy Brion, of Central Minnesota Lama Club Susan Janorschke, of Duelm Joel Anderson, of Elk River Critters Jeannie Boyle and Stephanie Rahm, of Green Acres Richard Traugott, independent Dennis Studenski, of Mayhew Lakers Dan Pederson, of Minden Susan Wiley, of 79ers Janis Brown and Mary Gregory, of Shooting Stars First year leaders: Lauren Brion, of Central Minnesota Lama Club Sean Arnold and Jessica Funt-Schustak, of Duelm Chad Popp, Corey Molitor, Cynthia Vannurden and Jen Bomstad, of Graham Maryrose Dolezal, of Granite Clouds Victoria Halverson, of Green Acres Emily Schimnich and Lindsey Haman, independents Courtney Studenski, of Mayhew Lakers Steve Senger, of Pioneers Jessica Pollard, of 79ers Tina Stay, of Shooting Stars

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WHAT'S HAPPENING Saturday, Oct. 26, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. – Halloween Make and Take. For ages 12 and under. While supplies last. Great River Regional Library, 251 Fourth Ave. N., Foley.

launch at 6 p.m. Popple Creek Wedding and Events, 6468 75th Ave. N.E., Sauk Rapids.

Monday, Oct. 28, 7 p.m. – Foley Veterans Memorial Informational Meeting. Learn the progress Saturday, Oct. 26, 10:30-11:30 a.m. – Paws to Read. and future of a proposed veterans memorial within Visit the library to read with a furry friend. Certified Foley city limits. American Legion Post No. 298, therapy animals will be on hand to listen as you read 131 Fourth Ave. N., Foley. a story. For ages 4-12. Great River Regional Library, Wednesday, Oct. 30, 4:30-6 p.m. – Reduced Con1300 W. St. Germain St., St. Cloud. flict Intersection Open House. The Minnesota Department of Transportation hosts a public open Saturday, Oct. 26, 4 p.m. – St. John’s of Popple house to discuss a mill and overlay and construction Creek Bouja and Bake Sale Fundraiser. Serving until gone. St. John’s Lutheran Church 6855 Golden of a reduced conflict intersection at Benton County Road 8 and Highway 23. Minden Town Hall, 2989 Spike Road N.E., Sauk Rapids.

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Saturday, Oct. 26, 4:30-7 p.m. – All You Can Eat Pancake Supper. Sponsored by the Knights of Co- Wednesday, Oct. 30, 4:30-7:30 p.m. – VFW Auxlumbus Council No. 9261. Potato and regular pan- iliary Post No. 6992 Burger Night. Last Wednescakes, sausage, hulushki and all the fixings. Sts. Pe- day of each month. Burgers, chips and fixings. Meat ter and Paul Catholic Church, 10495 Golden Spike raffle beginning at 5 p.m. which benefits the Sauk Rapids-Rice High School swim team. VFW AuxRoad N.E., Gilman. iliary Post No. 6992, 901 N. Benton Drive, Sauk Saturday, Oct. 26, 5-7 p.m. – Second annual Trunk Rapids. or Treat. Hayride, campfire, hot apple cider, cookies and more. Participating in the Teal Pumpkin Project Thursday, Oct. 31, 3-5 p.m. – Foley Area Chamthat offers non-food treats for children with allergies. ber of Commerce Trick or Treat. Select area busiShepherd of the Pines Lutheran Church, 1950 125th nesses. Foley.

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Thursday, Oct. 31, 5-7:30 p.m. – Trunk or Treat.

Saturday, Oct. 26, 6:30-10:30 p.m. – The Return of Petra Lutheran Church, 1049 First Ave. N., Sauk the Field of Screams. Sponsored by Gilman Park Rapids. and Rec Association, city of Gilman and Sts. Peter Thursday, Oct. 31, 5-7 p.m. – Trunk or Treat. Hay and Paul Catholic Church. Concessions available. ride, food, truck, decorating contest and more. RelGilman Community Park, 115th St. N.E., Gilman. evant Life Church, 1205 Country Road 120, St. Sunday, Oct. 27, 8 a.m. to noon – Sons of American Cloud.

Legion Breakfast. American Legion Post No. 298, Thursday, Oct. 31, 7:30 p.m. – Love from Beyond 131 Fourth Ave. N., Foley. the Grave. Presented by the Minnesota Dance Sunday, Oct. 27, 1 p.m. – Quilt Bingo and Fall Raf- Ensemble. Join this grave yard love story for an fle. Bingo, cash raffle, door prizes and free lunch. St. evening of spooky fun and zombies galore. ParaElizabeth Church of Brennyville, 16454 125th Ave. mount Center for the Arts, 913 W. St. Germain St., St. Cloud. For more information or for tickets, visit N.E., Foley. http://www.paramountarts.org.

Sunday, Oct. 27, 2-7 p.m. – INDY Water Lantern Release and Fall Festival. Photo sessions by ap- Friday, Nov. 1, 10-10:45 a.m. – Preschool Storypointment, jump houses, music, s’mores and more. time. Stories, songs and crafts. For ages 3-6. Great Design your lantern beginning at 5 p.m. Lantern River Regional Library-Foley Branch, 251 Fourth Ave. N., Foley.

Sauk Rapids Police Department activity

Saturday, Nov. 2, noon to 5 p.m. – Nelson Lance Benefit. Spaghetti dinner with silent auction. Rollie’s Rednecks and Longnecks, 940 35th Ave. N.E., Sauk Rapids.

Oct. 14 2128 hrs: Officers stopped to assist a motorist stalled in the roadway near the intersection of 18th Street North and Second Avenue North. The vehicle had run out of gas so the officers provided lights until the vehicle was pushed to a nearby gas station.

Oct. 17 1632 hrs: Officers observed an unleashed dog running in the area of Seventh Avenue South and Summit Avenue South. The dog eventually ran and sat in the rear of a residence.

Officers spoke with the homeowner and said he would leash the dog.

Oct. 20 1716 hrs: Officers responded to an accident on Benton Drive South. The driver had been going 65 mph in a 30 mph zone before running a red light and striking a vehicle. The driver then fled the scene on foot with a 2 year old child before being apprehended. The male was brought to the St. Cloud Hospital for an evaluation and DWI blood draw.

Incidents: 26 assists, 25 traffic stops, 20 medicals, 19 suspicious calls, 18 various calls, 6 accidents, 5 human services reports, 5 properties, 5 thefts, 4 disputes, 4 animals, 3 alarms, 3 disturbances, 3 extra patrols, 2 childs, 2 assaults, 2 civils, 2 traffic hazards, 2 unwanteds, 2 welfare checks and 2 permits.

Saturday, Nov. 2, 2-3:30 p.m. – Acoustic Jam. Musicians play bluegrass and Americana tunes. Great River Regional Library, 1300 W. St. Germain St., St. Cloud.

Rice Police Department activity Oct. 17 1910 hrs: Officers were dispatched to an accident blocking traffic at the intersection of Highway 10 and 165th Street. Officers assisted in clearing the scene.

Incidents: 5 assists, 3 records checks, 3 various calls and 2 vehicles.

Sunday, Nov. 3, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. – Annual Craft and Bake Sale. Lunch also available. St. Joseph’s Church (Morrill), 33018 Nature Road, Foley.

Monday, Nov. 4, 12:15 p.m. – Rice Area Senior Citizens Meeting. Old Creamery Café, 405 E. Main St., Rice.

Monday, Nov. 4, 3:30-4:30 p.m. – Marble Run Challenge. Make a maze but do not let your marble get stuck. For ages 9 and older. Great River Regional Library-Foley Branch, 251 Fourth Ave. N., Foley.

Monday, Nov. 4, 7 p.m. – Rice City Council Meeting. Rice City Hall, 205 E. Main St., Rice.

Monday, Nov. 4, 7 p.m. – Sauk Rapids-Rice School Board Work Session. Also approving a consent agenda only. Sauk Rapids-Rice High School, 1835 Osauka Road N.E., Sauk Rapids.

Tuesday, Nov. 5, 9 a.m. – Benton County Board of Commissioners Meeting. Benton County Administration Building, 531 Dewey St., Foley.

Tuesday, Nov. 5, 4 p.m. – Vietnam Veterans of America Meeting. Sauk Rapids VFW Post No. 6992, 901 N. Benton Drive, Sauk Rapids.

Tuesday, Nov. 5, 5:30 p.m. – Foley City Council Meeting. Foley City Hall, 251 Fourth Ave. N., Foley.

Thursday, Nov. 7, 6:30-7:30 p.m. – Tree Shakers Genealogy Club. Monthly genealogy club featuring educational topics and discussions. For ages 16 and older. Beginners to advanced welcomed. Great River Regional Library, 1300 W. St. Germain St., St. Cloud.

Thursday, Nov. 7, 7 p.m. – American Legion Post No. 254 Meeting. Sauk Rapids VFW Post No. 6992, 901 N. Benton Drive, Sauk Rapids.

Saturday, Nov. 9, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. – Holiday Bazaar. Professional artisans and crafters, bake sale, silent auction, cash raffle, catered lunch and live entertainment by The Half Steps. St. Paul’s Catholic Church Parish Center, 1125 11th Ave. N., St. Cloud.

Saturday, Nov. 9, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. – Thanksgiving Make and Take. What are you thankful for? Make a picture to take home or share with the library.

For ages 6-12. Great River Regional Library-Foley Branch, 251 Fourth Ave. N., Foley.

Saturday, Nov. 9, noon to 1:30 p.m. – Clean Energy Forum. Minnesota House 14B Rep. Dan Wolgamott joins House Energy and Climate Division vice chair Rep. Jamie Long. St. Cloud State University-Welcome Center Lobby, 355 Fifth Ave. S., St. Cloud.

BEP board supports Sauk Rapids-Rice School District referendum SAUK RAPIDS – The Benton Economic Partnership Board of Directors received a presentation on the Sauk Rapids-Rice Schools referendum during its Sept. 26 meeting. Aaron Sinclair, Sauk Rapids-Rice Schools, explained the proposed referendum, discussing the needs of the district and the potential consequences if the referendum is not passed.

Following the presentation, the board of directors discussed the proposal and voted to support the referendum.

Sauk Rapids-Rice is presenting a facility referendum to voters

in order to replace Pleasantview Elementary School with a new building on the current site. Sinclair shared the clearly-defined problems with the existing building and explained the comprehensive process used to determine need and community support for a new school.

“We know that a strong school district is a key driver of economic growth,” said John Uphoff, executive director of BEP. “In order for schools to be a beacon of success in the community, they must be on solid financial ground and be able to meet the needs of all students.”

BEP supports the passage of the Sauk Rapids-Rice School District facility referendum because the need for a new facility has been clearly demonstrated, and a new school will support long-term economic development for the region.

Benton Economic Partnership Inc. is a 501(c)3 economic development organization whose mission is to advance economic development throughout Benton County.

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Page 14 | SATURDAY, OCT. 26, 2019 | SAUK RAPIDS HERALD SAUK RAPIDS-RICE INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 47 REGULAR SEMI-MONTHLY BOARD MEETING Monday, October 7, 2019 A semi-monthly meeting of the Sauk Rapids-Rice ISD 47 Board of Education was called to order by Chair Butkowski Monday, October 7, 2019, at seven o’clock p.m. in the District Office Board Room.

ROLL CALL Members present included Braun, Butkowski, Hauck, Holthaus, Loidolt, Morse, and Solarz. Others present were Superintendent Sinclair, Director of Business Services Johnson, Director of Human Resources and Administrative Services White, Director of Teaching and Learning Bushman, SRRHS Assistant Principal Logrono, and SRRHS Student Council Representatives Davis and Johnson.

APPROVAL OF MEETING AGENDA A motion was made by Braun, seconded by Holthaus and unanimously carried to approve the meeting’s “Agenda” as amended.

CONSENT AGENDA A motion was made by Holthaus, seconded by Hauck and unanimously carried to approve the meeting’s “Consent Agenda.”

PUBLIC INPUT There was no public input at 7:24 p.m.

ACTION ADDENDUM Request for Acceptance of November 5, 2019, Building Referendum Judge Pool Addition Member Braun introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption, which motion was seconded by Member Morse: RESOLUTION RELATING TO APPOINTING ELECTION JUDGES AND ABSENTEE BALLOT BOARD MEMBERS FOR THE NOVEMBER 5, 2019 SCHOOL DISTRICT SPECIAL ELECTION BE IT RESOLVED by the School Board (the Board) of Independent School District No. 47 (Sauk Rapids-Rice), Minnesota (the School District) as follows:

PUBLIC NOTICES

It is hereby found, determined and declared as follows: 1. The following individuals, each of whom is qualified to serve as an election judge, are hereby appointed as judges of election for the School District’s special election on November 5, 2019 to act as such at the polling place listed below: John Wilson 2. The election judges shall act as clerks of election, count the ballots cast and submit the results to the Board for canvass in the manner provided for other school district elections.

3. The following individuals, each of whom is qualified to serve as an election judge, are hereby appointed as absentee ballot board members for the School District’s special election on November 5, 2019.

Stearns County Auditor’s Office 705 Courthouse Square St. Cloud, Minnesota 56303 Deputy Stearns County Auditors trained in the processing and counting of absentee ballots.

4. The following individuals, each of whom is qualified to serve as an election judge, are hereby designated to deliver absentee ballots to hospital patients and residents of health care facilities in accordance with Minnesota Statutes, Section 203B.11, Subdivision 1 for the School District’s special election on November 5, 2019: Amy Partch, Patricia Burski, Christie Young, Stacy Schnobrich 5. Pursuant to Minnesota Statutes, Section 204B.21, Subdivision 2, the Superintendent is hereby authorized and directed to appoint additional election judges within the 25 days before the School District’s special election on November 5, 2019 upon the determination that additional election judges will be required.

Upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof Braun, Butkowski, Hauck, Holthaus, Loidolt, Morse, Solarz and the following voted against the same: None whereupon the resolution was declared duly passed and adopted.

ACTION (continued) AUTHORIZATION OF THE DISTRICT’S ASSURANCE OF COMPLIANCE REPORT A motion was made by Solarz, seconded by Morse and unanimously carried to authorize the District’s Assurance of Compliance Report. Annual submission is required to the Minnesota Department of Education, via the web portal, to assure compliance with federal regulations. The submission is due November 30 each year.

AUTHORIZATION TO UTILIZE DISTRICT’S LEGAL COUNCIL A motion was made by Braun, seconded by Hauck and unanimously carried by a margin of six with Morse absent, to authorize the District’s legal representative, Rupp, Anderson, Squires & Waldspurger, P.A., to communicate with and receive communication from the District’s Board Chair and for the District’s Board Chair to utilize their services on behalf of the School District and Board effective immediately through 01.06.20.

ADOPTION OF PROPOSED POLICY A motion was made by Solarz, seconded by Braun and unanimously carried to adopt the following policy.

• #608 (Instructional Services – Special Education) is a “recommended policy” and would replace current policy #608 (Instructional Services – Special Education).

ADOPTION OF PROPOSED POLICY A motion was made by Morse, seconded by Holthaus and unanimously carried to adopt the following policy.

• #611 (Home Schooling) is a “recommended policy” and would replace current policy #611 (Home Schooling).

ADJOURNMENT With no further business appearing before the Board, a motion was made by Hauck, seconded by Morse and unanimously carried to adjourn the meeting at 8:14 p.m.

Respectfully submitted, Lisa J. Braun, Board of Education Clerk Sauk Rapids-Rice ISD 47 R-43-1B

CITY OF RICE NOTICE CIVIL ENGINEER AND RELATED SERVICES: The City of Rice, Minnesota is requesting proposals to provide Civil Engineer and related services to the City, Proposals must be received by the City no later than 4:00 p.m. on November 21st, 2019 and should be addressed to: City of Rice Attn: Julie Fandel, City Clerk 205 Main St E P.O. Box 179

Rice, MN 56367 To request a copy of the RFP please contact Julie Fandel at jfandel@ricemn.us or (320)393-2280.

Each proposal submitted shall be valid for ninety (90) days.

The City is located in Benton County. The population is approximately 1,300. The City has residential and commercial construction projects therefore the candidate must be experienced in both residential and commercial procedures.

The candidate will assist the City in other duties as needed.

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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: July 22, 2016 MORTGAGOR: Gaylene R Watson, a single person.

MORTGAGEE: Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. as nominee for Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. its successors and assigns.

DATE AND PLACE OF RECORDING: Recorded August 4, 2016 Benton County Recorder, Document No. 417438.

ASSIGNMENTS OF MORTGAGE: Assigned to: U.S. Bank National Association. Dated October 19, 2018 Recorded October 19, 2018, as Document No. 432341.

TRANSACTION AGENT: Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. T R A N S A C T I O N AGENT’S MORTGAGE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER ON MORTGAGE: 100011300216705169 LENDER OR BROKER AND MORTGAGE ORIGINATOR STATED ON MORTGAGE: Wells Fargo Bank N.A. RESIDENTIAL MORTGAGE SERVICER: U.S. Bank National Asso-

NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE Mortgagee complied with ciation MORTGAGED PROPER- all notice requirements as TY ADDRESS: 909 2nd required by statute; That Ave S, Sauk Rapids, MN no action or proceeding has been instituted at law or oth56379 TAX PARCEL I.D. #: erwise to recover the debt secured by said mortgage, 190122700 LEGAL DESCRIPTION or any part thereof; PURSUANT to the power OF PROPERTY: See attached Legal Descrip- of sale contained in said mortgage, the above detion.

Lot Six (6), Block Four (4) scribed property will be sold in Leech’s Addition to Sauk by the Sheriff of said county Rapids, also all of the va- as follows: cated part of Division Street DATE AND TIME OF lying North of said Lot Six SALE: November 14, 2019 (6) and lying between the at 10:00 AM Easterly and Westerly lines PLACE OF SALE: of said Lot Six (6) extended Benton County Sheriff’s Northerly to the North line Office, 581 Highway 23 of said Leech’s Addition, Northeast Foley, MN which is also the North line to pay the debt then secured of Government Lot Three by said Mortgage, and tax(3) in Section Twenty-six es, if any, on said premises, (26), Township Thirty-six and the costs and disburse(36) North, Range Thirty- ments, including attorneys’ One (31) West, Fourth Prin- fees allowed by law subject cipal Meridian, according to to redemption within six (6) the plat and survey thereof months from the date of said on file and of record in the sale by the mortgagor(s), office of the Register of their personal representaDeeds in and for said Ben- tives or assigns unless reduced to Five (5) weeks unton County, Minnesota.

COUNTY IN WHICH der MN Stat. §580.07.

PROPERTY IS LOCATED: TIME AND DATE TO VACATE PROPERTY: If Benton ORIGINAL PRINCIPAL the real estate is an ownersingle-family AMOUNT OF MORT- occupied, dwelling, unless otherwise GAGE: $116,745.00 AMOUNT DUE AND provided by law, the date CLAIMED TO BE DUE on or before which the AS OF DATE OF NO- mortgagor(s) must vacate TICE, INCLUDING the property if the mortgage TAXES, IF ANY, PAID is not reinstated under section 580.30 or the property

BY MORTGAGEE: is not redeemed under sec$115,162.02 That prior to the com- tion 580.23 is 11:59 p.m. on mencement of this mort- May 14, 2020, unless that gage foreclosure proceed- date falls on a weekend or ing Mortgagee/Assignee of 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: September 9, 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 - 19-007035 FC THIS IS A COMMUNICATION FROM A DEBT COLLECTOR. R-38-6B

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Sauk Rapids man recognized nationally for achievement in trade J-Berd employee Burg will receive $1,000 tool prize SAUK RAPIDS – Gregory D. Burg, of Sauk Rapids, was recognized by Malco Products, SBC, of Annandale, Oct. 9 as a 2019 Trade-Pro of the Year for his achievements, on-the-job safety, reputation and commitment to making a difference in his community.

He is one of five people in the United States to be given the honor.

“We are delighted to recognize another group of elite HVAC contractors and technicians who continue to advance the industry’s reputation,” said

Gregory D. Burg

Mardon Quandt, Malco president and chief operations officer. “The 2019 Trade Pro of the Year winners are difference makers both on the job and in their local communities, and we

commend them on their commitment to safety and providing top-quality service to their customers.”

Burg is a heating, ventilation and air conditioning installer for J-Berd Mechanical Contractors and loves installing duct work.

“When installing, he sets a goal to give the customers the best product he can,” said Matthew Gregor, Burg’s supervisor. “It looks professionally installed every time from him.

He’s a great teacher, and he has great patience when teaching new guys how to install. I couldn’t ask for a better righthand guy to have on my crew.”

Goodin Company, of Minneapolis, will distribute a $1,000 tool prize to Burg.

Pulse on people

Benton County marriage applications - Raymond Peter Judge and Lori Kaye Welander, both of Foley.

- Draven James Goodrow and Aleasha LeAnn Wentworth, both of St. Cloud.

Weber receives scholarship from Iowa State University AMES, Iowa – Hannah Weber, of Sauk Rapids, who is studying agronomy, received the Agronomy Academic Fellowship and Edgar Timm Endowed Memorial Scholarship Fund for the 2019-20 academic year from the Iowa State University College of Agriculture and Life Sciences and affiliated academic units.

Przybilla joins Pine Country Bank Board of Directors LITTLE FALLS – Pine Country Bank, with locations in Rice, Royalton and Little Falls,

has announced the appointment of Rosi Przybilla to serve on the bank’s board of directors.

Przybilla is owner and agent of Marshik Insurance Agency in Little Falls, an independent insurance agency. She got her start in the insurance industry in 1980 as a secretary and has worked at Marshik Insurance Agency for over 30 years, purchasing the business in 2013.

Przybilla serves on the board of the Little Falls Area Chamber of Commerce and the Friends of Pine Grove Zoo and previously served on the board for Habitat for HumanityMorrison County. She is a member of the St. Michael’s Christian Women, the Little Falls Dandee Lions and Little Falls Business Association.

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Six arrested after property search ST. CLOUD – The Central Minnesota Violent Offender Task Force arrested six individuals Oct. 23 after search of a property on the 300 block of 24th Avenue North, St. Cloud.

According to a release from commander Jay Salzer, the following people were transported to the Stearns County Jail and booked on the below stated charges.

- Matthew Ryan Langland, 33, of Sauk Rapids, fifth degree possession of controlled substance.

- Jeremy Jerome Gallati, 28, of St. Cloud, first degree possession of controlled substance, child endangerment and ineligible person in possession of firearm.

- Destanee Ann Pec, 19, of St. Cloud, first degree possession of controlled substance and child endangerment.

- Cheryl Ann Heath, 45, of St. Cloud, second degree possession of controlled substance and first degree possession of controlled substance.

- Myron Ward Eastman, 40, of St. Cloud, fifth degree possession of controlled substance and first degree possession of controlled substance.

- Anthony Blake Swope, 24, of St. Cloud, felony domestic assault no contact order violation.

The CMVOTF executed the search of two units at the address after learning controlled substances were being sold and stored at the locations. Investigators searched the residence and located approximately 115 grams of methamphetamine, 10 grams of THC products, a small amount of cocaine, various prescription pills and a loaded 9mm hand gun.

An infant, also at the location at the time of the search, was placed with Stearns County Human Services.

The CMVOTF was assisted by the St. Cloud Swat Team, the St. Cloud Police Department and Stearns County Human Services.

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St. Cloud man booked on charges of aggravated assault SAUK RAPIDS – A St. Cloud man was booked on aggravated assault with a weapon charges following an incident Oct. 22 in St. Cloud.

Chad Michael Rowlett, 44, was transported to the Benton County Jail and charged after he was suspected to have stabbed another male outside a residence in the 500 block of Fourth Ave. N.E., St. Cloud.

According to the St. Cloud Police Department, officers were dispatched to the scene where they located a 40-year-old male with multiple knife injuries. The victim was transported to the St. Cloud Hospital by Mayo Clinic Ambulance and was in stable condition with serious injuries at the time of the release.

Rowlett had fled on foot but was later located.

A knife has not been recovered.

The SCPD was assisted by members of the Benton County Sheriff’s Office, Minnesota State Patrol and officers from the Sauk Rapids, Waite Park and Sartell police departments.

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Experiment with Halloween bark Candy corn can be mixed with other ingredients and put into chocolate to make a delicious Halloween candy bark.

Festive Halloween treats can be easily concocted with a little imagination. Crafting a homemade chocolate and candy bark is one way to incorporate many of the candies and other treats synonymous with Halloween in a single delicious bite.

According to online source BakingBites.com, chocolate bark is a sheet of chocolate that is usually covered with nuts, dried fruits, candies or additional pieces of chocolate. Bark, which is an easily prepared homemade dessert, can be broken apart into pieces.

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Wiggins integral to Storm advance Wolves success to quarterfinals Last season was a year of transition for the Minnesota Timberwolves. Between the Jimmy Butler and Tom Thibodeau drama supernova that kicked off the season, and the injury-plagued homestretch with then-interim head coach Ryan Saunders, there was not a shred of stability at

by ANDY THAYER Target Center. This year, under Sports Columnist new leadership, the Wolves look to build toward a brighter future where their on-court strategy is catered to the strengths of their two max-salary franchise players.

Karl-Anthony Towns is by far the best player on the Timberwolves roster, and it should not be a surprise that Ryan Saunders (who was hired as the full-time head coach of the team this offseason) is going to make KAT the focal point of the team’s offense. Saunders has intimated he is going to try to run the offense through Towns on nearly every possession, which makes sense. The ball should be in the hands of your most dynamic playmaker as often as possible. There is not a defender in the league who can stop a 7 foot ballplayer who can stroke threes like a guard, bang in the paint, flush lobs, find open teammates and attack off the dribble. We all know what Towns is going to bring to the table, and while he is one of the most versatile offensive talents in the NBA, he is not going to be able to lead the Wolves to a playoff berth on his own.

The key to the Wolves’ season is the play of Andrew Wiggins. He is still only 24 years old, and he has been one of the most durable volume scorers in the league since he arrived in Minnesota in 2014. However, that is about the nicest thing I can say about Wiggins. Limited defensive efforts with 18.1 points per game on 41.2% shooting does not warrant a max contract. And, the Wolves need more from their cornerstone player than volume scoring at an inefficient clip to accompany his massive salary cap hit.

Ryan Saunders is trying his best. He had the Wolves practice courts painted with different-colored zones, indicating the probable expected points from a shot in each area. The most valuable shots are shots at the rim (because of the high shooting percentage from that range) and corner three-pointers, and the least valuable shots are long-range two-pointers. It is basic math – if you shoot 40% on corner three-pointers, the scoring expectancy is 1.20 points per shot. If you shoot 42% on long two-pointers, the scoring expectancy is 0.84 points per shot. Which shot do you think Wiggins should be trying to take more often? Historically, Wiggins has taken mid-range and long-range two-pointers at an incredibly high clip, and Saunders is doing his best to wean Wiggins off these inefficient shots.

The offensive end of the court is only half of the problem. Wiggins possesses the athletic tools to be a lockdown defender. He is quick, explosive and long, and it is obvious when he is trying on defense that he can slow down even the best scorers in the NBA. Disappointingly, those moments have been few and far between over the past few years.

A comment from Wiggins caught my eye. He was upset that ESPN.com did not rank him in the top 100 players in the NBA heading into the season, and he said, “Even when I averaged almost 24 points and got the max deal people were still saying stuff. Look at max players and some max players don’t average as much, but it is what it is.” To me, that sounds like a guy who is focused primarily on accolades, money and scoring – not winning.

The Wolves need Wiggins to be focused on shot selection and defense while KAT takes the reins offensively.

To say I am concerned about Wiggins finally putting everything together and justifying his contract would be an understatement.

The Wolves were 36-46 last year but had a 1210 record when Robert Covington was healthy and in the lineup. If the Wolves can keep KAT, Wiggins and Covington healthy, and rookie Jarrett Culver can make a positive impact right away, there is a path to 40-45 wins and potentially challenging for a playoff berth in a loaded western conference. That path is also contingent on Wiggins buying in defensively and deferring to KAT on the offensive end. If Wiggins reverts to old habits and jacks up long, contested two-pointers without regularly engaging on the defensive end, it is going to be another ho hum 3036 win season for the Wolves.

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Cora Weirens jumps to spike the ball over the net Oct. 23 in Becker. Weirens tallied 12 kills and 14 digs.

Volleyball takes Becker in five sets

BY ANNA HINKEMEYER STAFF WRITER

The Storm volleyball team traveled to Becker Oct. 23 to take on the Bulldogs in the first round of Section 8AAA playoffs, and the match was actionpacked and fun to watch.

Sauk Rapids-Rice topped Becker in a five-set match (26-

24, 25-23, 25-22, 25-21, 1816). SRR continued its playoff run Oct. 25 against the Sabres in Sartell. Results of that match will appear in the following Sauk Rapids Herald, Nov. 2.

“Both teams had to work hard to earn each point,” said Karen Beckmann, head coach.

“We fought point for point, and it was a battle until the end.”

Each of the final set scores were tight, making it either team’s win.

“I am very proud of the girls for their hard work throughout the match,” Beckmann said.

“Winning this match felt great as I know how hard the girls

worked to close it out at the end. The grit and determination until the end were evident.

Becker had some great kills and digs that kept us on our toes the entire match.”

Contributions came from around the roster. Alexis Helmin came up with three blocks, Hailee Cullen had 21 kills and 11 digs and Darci Peterson had six kills, two blocks and two digs. Cora Weirens and Alyssa Blais led the team once again, with Weirens posting 12 kills and 14 digs and Blais with 20 digs.

Alexis Helmin prepares to jump and send the ball over the net Oct. 23 in Becker. The Storm won in five sets, 26-24, 25-23, 25-22, 25-21, 18-16.

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SAUK RAPIDS HERALD | SATURDAY, OCT. 26, 2019 | Page 19

Watch what you say Courts announce coaches are not public figures, can sue for defamation FOLEY – In a prevalent age of social media outbursts and increased community expectations, high school coaches have received essential protection from a Minnesota Supreme Court ruling.

The court ruled that high school coaches were not public figures Sept. 4 as part of the McGuire v.

Bowlin case, which determined a Woodbury High School basketball coach could sue players’ parents for defamation.

“What the decision says is coaches in their programs are the same as any other citizen,” said Erich Martens, executive director of the Minnesota State High School League.

To qualify as a public figure in a defamation lawsuit, a coach has to perform “governmental duties directly related to the public interest,” hold “a position to influence significantly the resolution of public issues” or have “substantial responsibility for or control over the conduct of governmental affairs.”

While many would argue sporting events draw public interest, their impact on government operations has not been deemed comparable to elected officials such as judges, law enforcement officers and county attorneys.

“While they’re subject to comments and evaluations, they aren’t elected officials,” Martens said. “It comes down to, ‘How would community members hold standards to someone?’”

This ruling is determinative to the legal hurdles high school coaches would face otherwise. Had coaches been ruled public figures in defamation or libel cases, they would have to prove parents or publications acted with actual malice – knowledge of the falsity or reckless disregard for the truth – to have the courts rule in their favor.

Instead, high school coaches face fewer intensive standards and can take legal action against parties who spread false information about them.

Lawsuits, however, are not the end of the extensive consequences defamers face. At Foley Public Schools, those who com-

mit defamation against coaches will be unable to attend Falcons sporting events. “(Guilty parties) would be banned from the premises and there would be court litigation,” said Dean Dahmen, activities director at Foley Public Schools. “It gives a coach not necessarily the power but the right to do so if it defames them.”

Athletic activities continue to grow in Minnesota – 1 of 4 states to rule in favor of high school coaches in regards to defamation.

Over 240,000 Minnesota high schoolers participated in athletics during the 2018-19 school year, according to the National Federation of State High School Associations annual participation survey.

As a result, parents are more invested in their children’s athletic affairs than ever before, often spending thousands of dollars to support them. The increased interest ensures parents and their children’s coaches must work to tread the line of respect.

“We need respectful dialogue between parents and coaches,” Martens said. “Our hope at the Minnesota State High School League is that dialogue is constructive.”

And this discursive dialogue applies to both parties; the added protections from the McGuire v. Bowlin ruling does not mean coaches should not be accurately criticized or punished for administrative violations.

“This doesn’t give coaches carte blanche (complete freedom) to go out and do and say anything,” Dahmen said.

“They still have standards they have to meet and school values to portray and uphold. As long as you

PHOTO BY ANNA HINKEMEYER

Sauk Rapids-Rice High School head football coach Phillip Klaphake talks to his players Oct. 22 in Elk River. Following a Minnesota Supreme Court decision in September, high school coaches have more protections against defamatory accusations and are not considered public figures by law.

don’t drop below that line, there won’t be issues.”

Foley, along with several other high schools in Minnesota, have put parents and coaches in a beneficial position by implementing the “24-hour rule” for their communication. Under this precedent, coaches will not discuss their strategies or decisions from a previous game until 24 hours have passed. The rule is designed to prevent both parties’ in-game frustrations and emotions from appearing in those conversations.

“We try and prepare coaches to say, ‘We’re not going to have this discussion right now,’” Dahmen said. “It eliminates the moments when you’re the most heated and emotional. A lot of times, cooler heads will prevail and you can have a much better conversation the next day.”

The coaches distinction from the public figure definition, written by Justice Natalie Hudson, concisely explains the separation of high school sports with governmental

proceedings: “Put simply, basketball is not fundamental to democracy.”

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school athletics.

“When you’re a student athlete, you think it’s one of the most important things,” Dahmen said. “And parents, with the time and financial resources they put in, they see it as important as well.

It’s an extension of the school day where we’re teaching perseverance and leadership.”

The ruling marks the first time the state has addressed the public figure definition regarding high school coaches. Despite that historic footnote, the firm deterrence against transmitting false information remains the same, even in a growing social space.

“Social media gives anyone instant access to publication,” Martens said. “Pause before you post and to the best extent, be respectful. The ruling does not change that.”

With a vital need to sort out disdainful dishonesty from truthful criticisms, the existing defamation standards provide protections for avoidable confrontations and lawsuits involving high school coaches.

“There needs to be support for coaches at schools,” Martens said.

“Our coaches provide an incredible service.”

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Cross-country ends season in Cold Spring Ali Kremer races the course Oct. 24 at River Oaks Golf Club in Cold Spring.

Kremer was the sole female runner for SRR, earning a placement of 101 with a time of 25:02.2.

Bentrud, Gauerke lead boys team

BY ANNA HINKEMEYER STAFF WRITER

PHOTOS BY ANNA HINKEMEYER

Jared Bentrud races across the final stretch to the finish line Oct. 24 in Cold Spring.

Bentrud led the team, finishing in 23rd with a time of 17:24.5.

Bentrud 17:24.5, 79. Cole Gauerke 18:38.7, 99. Nathan Martin 19:28.9, 103.

Kosloske 19:48.5, 110. Josiah Sanchez 20:52.4, 111.

Gilbertson 21:01.1 and 112.

Kieran Hixson 21:05.3.

Boys team rankings: 1.

Willmar 50, 2. Bemidji 57, 3. Alexandria 97, 4. Apollo 106, 5. Moorhead 153, 6.

Sartell 174, 7. Brainerd 225, 8. Detroit Lakes 232, 9.

Monticello 236, 10. Rocori 286, 11. Becker 300, 12. Tech 334, 13. Little Falls 353, 14.

Foley 400, 15. SRR 414 and Boys results: 23. Jared 16. Fergus Falls 438.

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Nathan Martin pushes himself to the finish line Oct. 24 in Cold Spring.

The boys team took 15th of 16 teams.

The Storm crosscountry team ended its 2019 season at the Section 8AA championship Oct. 24 in Cold Spring.

“We had a great race and the weather was perfect for running,” said Jake Jensen, head coach.

“The kids were pumped up and ready to go.”

The section meet marked the end of the high school cross-country careers for seniors Ben Gilbertson and Nick Kosloske.

“There were a lot of emotions with the last race,” Jensen said. “Ben and Nick raced well and the whole team should be proud of their performances.”

Ali Kremer represented the Storm in the girls race, taking 101st place with a time of 25 minutes, 2.2 seconds.

“No one will go to state this year,” Jensen said. “But we are setting sights for the future.”

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Elk River holds Storm in quarterfinals SRR loses 34-23

BY ANNA HINKEMEYER STAFF WRITER

The Sauk RapidsRice Storm football season has come to an end after the team fell in a 3423 loss to the Elks during the Oct. 22 Section 6-5A quarterfinal game in Elk River. However, the game score was tighter than previous games against the Elks, something head coach Phil Klaphake is happy with.

“Both teams are very different than the past seasons,” Klaphake said.

“We did a good job tackling for the most part.

We forced them to go on long drives which shortened the game and kept it close. Offensively we did some good things and made some big plays to extend drives.”

The Storm fell quickly as the Elks earned a touchdown on the opening drive of the game.

However, the two-point conversion attempt failed for the Elks, and SRR quickly answered with a touchdown on a 10 yard pass to Ethan Opsahl and conversion of its own on the next drive, bringing the Storm to an 8-6 lead until midway through the second quarter.

Elk River ran away with the game throughout the third and midway through the fourth before the Storm pushed itself in a comeback.

With the score 288, quarterback Kobe Lee shot the ball 29 yards downfield to Tayton Philavanh for a touchdown to bring the score to 28-15. Elk River scored another to increase the gap again, but failed the two-point attempt. The

Storm had the final say as Lee threw the ball to Opsahl 23 yards for another touchdown and then ran in for the conversion. However, the clock ran out before SRR had the opportunity to narrow the gap, and the team ended its season with the 34-23 loss.

“The game went basically to script,” Klaphake said. “We know they have been tough to stop this year, so we wanted to force them to go on long drives and would offensively try to be physical with them and work to chew up the clock as well. The goal is to keep the game a onescore game because we are confident in our ability to score and win in those scenarios. Elk River did a good job of converting on third and fourth downs, and we missed two of them. That was the difference in the ball game.”

SRR ended its season with a 2-7 record. While the record is not what it has been the past two seasons, Klaphake sees beyond the numbers in the win-lose column.

“I would say the correct word is proud,” Klaphake said of the season.

“We played one of the most difficult schedules any 5A team could play.

We went into the season either young or inexperienced at a lot of positions and ended the season playing our best football. We played the top two teams in our district well and won one of those games and then played a 7-1 Elk River team close. Our record is our record, but I don’t think anyone would have thought any of these last few games would’ve been competitive. Our kids worked extremely

PHOTOS BY ANNA HINKEMEYER

Hunter Farnick prepares to snap the ball to quarterback Kobe Lee Oct. 22 in Elk River. The Storm lost to Elk River 3423 in the Section 6-5A quarterfinal game.

hard and played very well. I’m really proud of how much this team has grown over the past five weeks, and our community should be too because these kids represented us well.”

Josh Krebs led the team in tackling against the Elks with three tackles and four assists. Carter Loesch posted three tackles and two assists, and Thomas Daniels assisted on six tackles.

Stats: Passing – Lee 184 yds 3 TD. Rushing – Brody Rollins 64 yds, Lee 42 yds, Philavanh 17 yds and Christian Rodriguez 14 yds. Receiving – Opsahl 83 yds 2 TD, Alex Harren 43 yds, Philavanh Jackson Hebler covers quarterback Kobe Lee during a play in the second quarter Oct. 29 yds 1 TD and Josh 22 in Elk River. Hebler is a junior offensive tackle for Sauk Rapids-Rice HIgh School.

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Christian Rodriguez runs through a pack of Elk River defenders Oct. 22 in Elk River. Alex Harren carries the ball downfield Oct. 22 in Elk River. Harren had 43 receiving yards for Sauk Rapids-Rice during the game.

Rodriguez rushed for 14 yards during the Section 6-5A quarterfinal game.

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SPORTS

Lumberjacks split hard-fought series with Grizzlies Granite City loses on road, wins at home

BY EVAN MICHEALSON STAFF WRITER

The Granite City Lumberjacks underwent its second home-andhome series of the 201920 season, traveling to Rochester Recreation Center Oct. 18 to face the Grizzlies before playing host to the NA3HL Central Division contenders Oct. 19.

Each home team picked up victories, with Rochester taking game one before Granite City rebounded in game two.

Granite City 3, Rochester 1 The goal horn at Sports Arena East roared as Cody Dias lifted his arms in celebration.

The rookie for the Granite City Lumberjacks’ third line had slammed home an empty-net goal with three seconds left in the third period. The goal ensured a two-goal Lumberjacks victory, with no blown leads and no back-toback losses.

When all was said and done, Granite City had cemented one of their finest efforts of the season in a 3-1 victory over the Rochester Grizzlies Oct. 19 in Sauk Rapids.

“We worked hard, played simple and did a lot of the right things,” said D.J Vold, Lumberjacks associate head coach.

The performance came amidst resting days for leading scorers Blake Spetz and Carson Simon.

“I thought we played a different group of guys and we’ve been doing that with the second

PHOTO BY EVAN MICHEALSON

Granite City Lumberjacks defenseman Kearby Larson attempts to float a puck past Rochester forward Lucas Newman Oct. 19 at Sports Arena East in Sauk Rapids. Larson and the Lumberjacks successfully maintained offensive possession in a 3-1 victory.

night of weekends,” Vold said. “They never fail to bring it, and I thought they did that tonight.”

Granite City goaltender Nate Johnston improved to 4-0 in his young NA3HL career, posting a season-high .958 save percentage as

he denied 23 Rochester shots. The only score the Rogers native let by came off a behind-thenet prayer from Joey Fodstad that deflected off Johnston’s skate and into the back of the net.

“I thought he was good tonight,” Vold said.

offensive zone and finding several open looks on the net. Johnston stood strong and confidently snagged tough shots thrown his way.

The Lumberjacks found forechecking opportunities after Rochester’s Nic Leisen was called for high-sticking.

Both teams established zone possessions during their respective power play efforts but came up empty every time. The teams combined to go a harrowing 0 of 12 on the man advantage.

The Lumberjacks’ penalty kill had a helping hand in preventing the Grizzlies’ power play from getting comfortable.

“I thought our pressure at holding the blue line was good,” Vold said. “In our league, if you put pressure on players, a lot of the time they make the wrong deci-

“He got tested more than we’d like, but he stood tall and backstopped for us. I don’t know if we win the game without his performance.”

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Swim team improves in true team appearance SRR defeats Monticello in dual 107-79

BY ANNA HINKEMEYER STAFF WRITER

A stretch of difficult workouts and some of the toughest meets of the year is what the Sauk Rapids-Rice girls swim and dive team dealt with this week.

The Storm started its week Oct. 19 at the 2019 Minnesota State High School Coaches Association Girls Swim and Dive True Team State Meet.

The event took place at the Jean K. Freeman Aquatic Center in Minneapolis. SRR came home with seventh place. The team then faced Monticello and won 107-79 in a dual meet Oct. 21 at Sauk Rapids-Rice High School in Sauk Rapids.

“These meets will help us compete at the end of the season,” said Stephanie Schlangen, head coach. “We gain really good race experience, and we can pinpoint our areas to work on for this final stretch.”

The senior class of 11 girls as well as sophomore Sophia Henkel have been bright spots for the team.

“We saw some good swims out of Sophia,”

6:07.97. 200 FSR: 1. Tangen, Zabinski, Savannah Henkel and Lucas 1:43.60; 3. Zeilenga, Stover, Ziegler and Davis 1:50.14; and 4.

Hitzler, Lauren Klein, Benoit and Kaytlin Bittman 1:53.76. 100 BK: 1. FloresBonilla 1:06.15, 5. Agre 1:13.09, 6. Zaske 1:14.07 and MacDonald 1:13.69.

100 BR: 1. Savannah Henkel 1:15.36, 2. Zeilenga 1:16.08, 3. Kaytlin Bittman 1:18.60 and Alexa Martin 1:24.76. 400 FSR: 1. Lucas, Zabinski, Sophia Henkel and Tangen 3:47.28; 3.

Zaske, Olivia Tykwinski, PHOTOS BY HERMAN LENSING Stucke and Hitzler 4:09.01; Anna Lucas swims the 500 yard freestyle at the true team state meet Oct. 19 in and 4. Richelle Peacock, Minneapolis. Lucas swam the event in 5:12.88 and placed second.

Lambrecht, MacDonald and Benoit 4:20.72.

Schlangen said. “She is to turn around and face Henkel 1:04.56, 3. Zabinski True team state such a hard worker and them right away in a dual 1:05.15, 4. Stucke 1:07.02 Improvement is the Lily Benoit 1:12.80. stepped up when we meet. I was very proud of and name of the game for 100 FS: 2. Tangen 57.37, needed her. I have seen how our girls were able 4. Savannah Henkel 58.34, the Storm when it comes a lot of good leadership to compete when they 6. Davis 59.92 and Ziegler to competing in the true from our seniors as they were tired.”

1:00.97. 500 FS: 1. Lucas team state meet. SRR adResults: 200 MR: 2. 5:21.13, 2. Sophia Hen- vanced to the meet for the are the glue holding our team together. We keep Valeria Flores-Bonilla, Sa- kel 5:36.11 and 4. Hitzler third straight year, swimstriving for incremental vannah Henkel, Holynne and Haley Davis improvements, and if we Zeilenga 2:00.55; 4. Maya Zaske, Socan make that our top pri- phia Henkel, Kendal Stucke ority, we will do well at and Madeline Ziegler the end of the season.”

2:04.99; and 5. Nicole Agre, The team travels to Kaytlin Bittman, Olivia Alexandria for the Cen- MacDonald and Jadeyn tral Lakes Conference Stover 2:10.12. 200 FSR: championships at 10:45 1. Abbie Tangen 2:04.86, 4. Flores-Bonilla 2:08.43, 5. a.m. Saturday, Oct. 26.

SRR 107, Monticello 79 Ava Hitzler 2:10.51 and Mia Lambrecht 2:19.09. 200 IM: The Storm hosted 1.

Lydia Zabinski 2:22.65, Monticello, earning a 3. Zeilenga 2:28.97 and 4.

107-79 win over the Stucke 2:31.00. 50 FS: 1.

Magic.

Anna Lucas 24.77, 4. Davis “Monticello is a 27.53, 5. Zaske 27.69 and tough opponent and our 7. Ziegler 28.13. Diving: 1. biggest rival in our sec- Eliana Hansen 150.25, 5. Holynne Zeilenga swims a 100 yard breaststroke at the tion this year,” Schlan- Sophia Markfelder 136.90 state true team meet Oct. 19 in Minneapolis. Sauk Rapidsgen said. “We had a dif- and 6. Madeline Bittman Rice placed seventh of 12 teams in the competition. ficult stretch and then had 121.65. 100 FLY: 2. Sophia

ming against 11 teams.

Since earning its first appearance in 2017, the Storm have continuously improved in placement among the 12 teams. This year, the girls placed seventh with 1,444.5 points, up from eighth place last year and 10th place in 2017.

“I was happy to improve on our placement this year at true team,” Schlangen said. “Each year we become more comfortable with the high level of competition, and this year we had previously faced five of the 12 teams that qualified for the state meet.

We seek out tough competition all season so we are ready for it.”

Lucas was the leader for the team, earning 92 team points with her results from the 200 yard individual medley (fourth place) and the 500 freestyle (second place). She also contributed to two relay teams.

Results: 200 MR: 13. Flores-Bonilla, Savannah Henkel, Zeilenga and Zabinski 1:58.90; 24. Zaske, Sophia Henkel, Stucke and Davis 2:04.29; 31. Agre, Kaytlin Bittman, Tykwinski and Stover 2:07.15; and 37.

Peacock, Benoit, MacDonald and Klein 2:11.44. 200 FS: 15. Tangen 2:06.63, 24.

Hitzler 2:10.00, 35. Zaske 2:13.71 and 41. Lambrecht 2:18.31. 200 IM: 4. Lucas 2:11.46, 14. Sophia Hen-

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SPORTS Lumberjacks Granite City Lumberjacks defenseman Jack Helle fires a pass to a teammate Oct. 19 at Sports Arena East in Sauk Rapids. Helle was part of a stout defensive effort as the Lumberjacks relinquished one goal against a highpowered Rochester Grizzlies team.

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Granite City avoided a two-game losing streak and has continued to bounce back from losses; they have scored four goals per game while allowing only two goals per game following a loss this season.

Next up on the Lumberjacks’ difficult October schedule is another playoff-worthy central division opponent: the St. Louis Jr. Blues. “They’re somebody we try and have on the schedule every year to gauge where we’re at,�

Vold said. “It will be a measuring stick to see how good we really are.�

The Blues and Lumberjacks will face off at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 25, at Sports Arena East in S a u k Rapids.

Rochester 4, Granite City 2 The Granite City Lumberjacks knew they would have to play all 60 minutes to best the Rochester Grizzlies at the Rochester Recreation Center Oct. 18.

For 56 minutes of game time, the Lumberjacks arguably outplayed the 8-2 Grizzlies, outshooting their dangerous foes while registering the

PHOTOS BY EVAN MICHEALSON

Granite City Lumberjacks defenseman Kearby Larson (from left), goaltender Nate Johnston and defenseman Sean Davidson celebrate a win over the Rochester Grizzlies Oct. 19 at Sports Arena East in Sauk Rapids.

After a tough loss in Rochester the day before, Granite City bounced back.

only power play score of the game.

The central division stars, however, brought down the house in the final four minutes of play, scoring two goals in a 4-2 victory over the Lumberjacks in Rochester.

Spetz and Simon scored their fifth and sixth goals of the season, respectively. Spetz’s tally gave the visiting Lumberjacks an early 1-0 lead at 5:24 in the first period.

The Grizzlies’ rapidfire offense was held silent by rookie goaltender

Bailey Huber early on.

Despite a first-period shot advantage, the home team went into the first intermission trailing.

Unfortunately for the Lumberjacks, Rochester awakened in the second period to the tune of two goals in barely over three minutes of game time.

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Granite City’s offense outshot the Grizzlies 10-6 in the scoreless first period.

With each team trading scoring chances like boxers exchanging left hooks, the first goal would be huge.

And when Lumberjacks forward Nikolai Rajala crashed the net and slammed home a loose puck at 11:33 of the second period, Granite City claimed a significant advantage. “I think we capitalized on our opportunities in the second period,�

Vold said. “We had a handful of good looks in the first and bared down and capitalized on them in the second. That’s what happens when you play good teams.

I expect (Rochester) to be a playoff team and that was a playoff-type game.�

Rajala’s tally marked his fourth goal in five games as a Lumberjack.

The goal was assisted by line mates Ryan Pogue and Noah Bissett.

The second period, usually a 20-minute interval of unruly hockey, was dramatic in a far different sense. The two teams interchanged the puck in the neutral zone before Lumberjacks defenseman Sean Davidson received the puck near the faceoff circle and launched a bullet past Rochester goaltender Mathias Backstrom to increase the Granite City lead to two. “Losing left a sour taste in our mouth,�

Vold said. “I thought we moved the puck well tonight.�

Rochester’s comeback hopes took an illfated turn after Ethan Noonan received a five-minute major for cross-checking Granite City third-liner Nathan Green into the boards at 14:22 of the third period.

Clayton Schultz was sent to the penalty box two minutes after Noonan’s infraction, giving the Lumberjacks a fiveon-three chance.

Green’s ability to pester Rochester’s defensive units did not go unnoticed. “Nate Green is not the biggest or strongest kid, but you’d be hardpressed to find a kid that works harder and wants to win more than him,�

Vold said. “He’s contagious when we put him in. We’re better with him

the back of the net as the Grizzlies took control of the game with a 2-1 lead.

Granite City came out of the second intermission hot, as Spetz’s goal at 1:41 evened things up.

Bailey Sommers recorded an assist on both Lumberjacks scores. The third-year right winger from Redwood Falls ended the contest with 12 points in eight games, translating to over 70 points in a 47 game season.

With 3:37 to go in the game, the Grizzlies notched the game-winning goal. Nic Leisen pocketed his third goal of the season off a feed from Jesper Hofling.

Two-and-a-half minutes later, Devin Hays ended a desperate lategame Granite City attack, securing the Rochester victory with an empty net, short handed score.

Huber stopped 26 of 29 attempts in his first career loss.

The heartbreaking defeat was the Lumberjacks’ first loss since Sept. 27.

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What is your favorite part about foot- What other activities are you involved ball? I love competing with my team in at school? Wrestling. and working hard with them every How do you make a difference at day. school? I set a good example for youngWhat is your best football game er kids. to date? The game against Which teacher has impacted your Alexandria my junior year. We education most? Mr. Kruger helped fumbled and drove the field with under a minute and won me get through a class I did not think I would get through. in the final seconds.

Hunter Farnick Parents: Brad and Cynthia Farnick Accomplishment: Captain of the football team.

How do you prepare in the minutes leading up to competition? I put my headphones in to listen to music and focus on the game.

What is the best advice you have ever received? “To be early is to be on time, to be on time is to be late and to be late is to be forgotten.”

What is your favorite meal, movie, social media and song? A Chipotle What is your favorite burrito, “Moana,” Instagram and “God’s Storm tradition? Singing the school song after we win Country” by Blake Shelton. a game.

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