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A 57-year career Lenger waitressing at 75 years young by NATASHA BARBER STAFF WRITER

ST. CLOUD – In 1959, as Mattel was releasing Barbie and the United States was welcoming Alaska and Hawaii into the union, Donna Lenger, who grew up in and graduated from Sauk Rapids, was starting her first job as a waitress. Now at 75, Donna is still making the rounds to her section and welcoming customers into Brigitte’s Café four days, 20 hours, a week. “I love it,” said Lenger of her waitressing life. “But they’ve made it so easy for me. I love to come to work.” Lenger’s sister was also a waitress, and that is how she decided she wanted to give the table-to-table serPHOTO BY NATASHA BARBER vice a shot. Her first job was Sauk Rapids Ambassadors Kelsey Christensen (left, at Inga’s Café in downtown clockwise), Tana Hendrickson, Nikki Bukowski and Mrs. St. Cloud. She moved around Benton County Sarah Schmidt sat with Santa Bob Mager after with the café as it traveled to the kids’ bingo event at the VFW Post No. 6992. both Seventh and Ninth Avenues before switching jobs More photos on page 2 and coming to Brigitte’s. Except for a short stint working at Betty’s Fried Chicken in

Kansas, the two area cafes are the only ones Lenger has ever worked in. “I knew Brigitte from waiting on her when she’d come in for coffee. She said she was going to get married and buy a café and offered me a job. She was a special lady, and beautiful,” Lenger said. “She was beautiful inside and out. She was a loving, giving person. It made me want to work for her.” That was 36 years ago. Brigitte’s Café is one of the last family-owned restaurants in St. Cloud. It was named after Brigitte Schneider, a German woman who came to this country at the age of 19 to be married. Brigitte had been a waitress at the former Fred’s Café, before purchasing the restaurant in 1960 and eventually changing

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Customers frequently return to Brigitte’s Café to be waited on by Donna Lenger. Lenger has been working as a waitress for 57 years.

Armed man arrested Beauchamp to serve Jaycees on national level for burglary

had been reported stolen from a garage in Sauk Rapids earlier last week. Stirn was placed SAUK RAPIDS – A St. in the Benton County Jail to James man is under arrest be arraigned for the above after allegedly burglarizing a charges. Sauk Rapids home. As a result of the arrest, The Sauk Rapids Po- search warrants were executlice Department has charged ed on suspected properties 32-year-old Derek Goodwin linked to Stirn to further inStirn for burglary in the first vestigation of other thefts and degree, unlawful possession burglaries in the Sauk Rapids of a firearm and and Benton County harming a public area. safety dog after he Police encourwas apprehended age homeowners as he ran and carto lock their cars, ried property from a garages and homes home. and to be alert and Officers from dial 911 if citizens Sauk Rapids, Sartell Derek Stirn see suspicious acand Benton County tivity. responded Dec. 4 afStirn has been ter 2:30 a.m. to the 900 block arrested numerous times. He of Oak Crest Drive in Sauk was charged with second deRapids after a citizen had re- gree drug possession and inported they believed someone tent to sell in Stearns County was burglarizing a neighbor’s Aug. 21, and in a separate inhome. The police K9 appre- cident in Benton County Sept. hended and detained Stirn 21 was charged with fleeing until he could be restrained by police and possession of stoofficers. Stirn was also in pos- len property. session of a handgun, which by NATASHA BARBER STAFF WRITER

by ANNA SALDANA STAFF WRITER

The Sauk Rapids Jaycees are one of several volunteer organizations in the area, and they are beginning to receive national attention. The Jaycees is a leadership organization that engages volunteers ages 18 to 40 through project management and social entrepreneurship, ultimately hoping to build leadership skills and make a positive impact in communities. In September, Juanita Beauchamp, membership vice president of the Sauk Rapids chapter and 2015 Minnesota Jaycees President, was elected to serve as one of six 2016 national vice presidents. “Sauk Rapids has never had a national vice president come from their chapter, and only a handful of state presidents. The fact that she’s the state president and a woman, and she’s going to be a national vice presi-

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dent, is a big deserves this deal. Women recognition.” weren’t alBeauchamp lowed to vote became a in the Jaycees member of until 1988,” the Sauk Rapsaid Keri ids chapter Fisher, 2015 in 2004, but national vice the chapter president. first started in Fisher the 1970s, 50 came to Sauk years after the Rapids restart of the nacently to visit tional Jaycees with Mayor organization. Brad GunderThroughout Juanita Beauchamp son and with the commuBeauchamp nity, the Jayand her team. Fisher and cees carry out various funBeauchamp also made a vis- draisers and events to raise it to the state capitol to talk money for the organization. with legislators. These events include every“It was nice to have her thing from food drives and in town to share her knowl- holiday baskets to helping at edge and give support,” the Benton County Fair and Beauchamp said. Wingfest. Fisher shared the news A fundraiser Beauchamp of the local recognition. enjoys is the sandbox fill, “This is big news com- where sand is donated to fill ing out of the Sauk Rapids sandboxes for children. Durchapter. Nothing like this ing the fundraiser, the Jayhas happened from this cees also collect food and chapter,” Fisher said. “She monetary donations for the

food shelf. Although the Jaycees have various fundraisers, the money is often given as scholarships and to gain more members. “We are always looking for more members. At one point, we had 50 members locally, but currently have 16,” Beauchamp said. “It fluctuates. Statewide, there are about 1,400 members.” Locally a Junior Jaycees for children ages 7 ton 17 is in development. The hope for is for junior members to become a part of the national Jaycee organization as adults. “Our mission statement is to provide development opportunities that empower young people to create positive change,” Beauchamp said. “Our hope is that members go on to serve in leadership roles elsewhere when their time with us is done. We want our members to serve in a larger capacity. We are building the leaders to have a solid foundation.”

one man, two roles Martens Marten ns serves as principal principal, president of MSHSL board by NATASHA BARBER STAFF WRITER

SAUK RAPIDS – As your daughter laces up her hockey skates before hitting the ice or your son practices his lines for this year’s production of the one act play, Erich Martens, the Sauk Rapids-Rice High School principal, prepares to usher the Minnesota State High School League (MSHSL) into its 100th year as a non-profit organization serving yesterday’s, today’s and tomorrow’s youth. “We are celebrating 100 years right now,” Martens said. “It’s a really neat experience to be a part of this celebration and to be able to look back and then forward to the future. It isn’t something evPHOTO SUBMITTED eryone gets to experience.” As part of the board of directors for the MSHSL, Erich Martens, who began his Martens, SRRHS principal, gave a speech following Governor career in the Sauk RapidsMark Dayton at last year’s MSHSL Hall of Fame banquet.

Rice district in 1992 as a math teacher, has come a long way over the years and now juggles two passions by fulfilling both duties as a high school principal and as the president of the MSHSL board of directors. “A lot of hours, there’s just no other way,” said Martens of how he handles the responsibility. “You have to put in the time. I do a lot of conversation and reading and try to stay up to speed as much as possible. In the same way a school board of directors operates, a lot of the information is shared from the staff at the MSHSL. The information is disseminated to us, and we have the opportunity to ask questions of them. It’s incumbent on us to stay up to speed on the things that are on the forefront in the organization.” The MSHSL is a nonprofit organization of al-

most 500 public and private schools, which has been serving more than 200,000 high school youth in Minnesota since 1916. MSHSL’s mission is to provide equitable and uniform opportunities for high schoolers. It hopes to teach students valuable lessons through participation in extracurricular activities. The league also supports its member schools by offering training and programs to help coaches and schools relay the organization’s messages about sportsmanship, chemical health and academics. It also oversees approximately 4,500 registered contest officials and judges. Extracurricular activities have always been something that gets Martens excited. As a student at New Ulm High School, he was involved in almost everything including football, basketball, baseball, and then track, choir, band, student council, National Honor Society and even participated in the school’s musi-

cal.

Eventually Martens coached football and basketball and was the head basketball coach at SRRHS for six seasons. When his career accelerated and he became a principal (first at Sauk Centre in 1999, then SRRHS in 2004) Martens looked for a way to become involved in the organizational side of activities. He was involved in the localized region committees before being elected to the MSHSL board of directors. “The Minnesota Association of Secondary School Principals has two spots on the board of directors. One is a representative from an AA school, the other from a single A. I was one of six candidates and was elected by my peers to take the position on the board. There are a total of 20 members who sit on the board of directors each with

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WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 9, 2015

LOCAL NEWS by NATASHA BARBER STAFF WRITER

Events were scattered around town as people participated in the eighth annual Sauk Rapids Holiday Parade of Lights and Family Fun Day hosted by the Sauk Rapids Community Ambassador Organization. The day began at 10 a.m. as members of Living Waters Lutheran Church portrayed a living nativity scene in the Coborn’s parking lot, which included goats, alpacas and donkeys. At the same time, the Sauk Rapids Fire Hall opened their doors and welcomed the public to drop off unwrapped toys and/or cash donations for their Toys for Tots fundraiser. Soon after, families began to gather at Veteran of Foreign Wars Post

No 6992 to participate in kids’ No. bingo, a silent auction and hot dog meal with 2015-16 Sauk Rapids ambassadors Kelsey Christensen, Tana Hendrickson, Nikki Bukowski and Mrs. Benton County Sarah Schmidt. Santa arrived in the afternoon to hear Christmas wishes from children of all ages. With temperatures at 43 degrees, the weather continued to be unseasonably warm and pleasant as community members tightened their running shoes and joined in the third annual Trots for Tots 5K sponsored by FGHC Active. The proceeds from the event were donated to Toys for Tots. As dusk settled in, people prepared themselves for the Holiday Parade of Lights. Sidewalks filled along Second Avenue as families and friends awaited to see

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15 various lighted floats floats. Mrs Mrs. Benton County’s display won first place and mayor’s choice with the family’s ice fishing float. Living Waters Lutheran Church won second with a living nativity display. The day concluded with the Sauk Rapids Lions Steak Fry and Meat Raffle at VFW Post No. 6992. The event is the largest fundraiser for the Sauk Rapids Community Ambassador Organization whose mission is to foster confident young women through community involvement. The organization is currently looking for volunteers. If you would like more information about becoming involved in this organization please E-mail saukrapidscao@gmail.com.

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Community members lined the Second Avenue in order to view the Holiday Parade of Lights comprised of 15 floats.

Neil Bueckers stands with children who helped at the annual Toys for Tots drive at the Sauk Rapids Fire Hall. Bueckers has been organizing the drive for 15 years. This year they collected twice as many toys as usual, filling both the truck bed and boat.

St. Cloud Roller Derby members posed for a picture during the Holiday Parade of Lights on Dec. 5.

About 25 participants made their way to the Sauk Rapids fire hall for the beginning of the Trots of Tots 5K. FGHC Active has been holding the event for three years.

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Rice levy to increase $26,200 in 2016 by NATASHA BARBER STAFF WRITER RICE – The Rice City Council held a truth and taxation hearing before the regular city council meeting Dec. 7. The Rice levy will increase 6.9 percent for 2016 which amounts to a $26,200 increase, from $378,000 to $404,200. Rice treasurer Rose Olson said this is not the largest levy the city of Rice has seen. In 2007, the city levied $405,281. Following that year, the amounts decreased and slowly have grown to where they are today. The additional funding is needed to fulfill the wants and needs of various city

departments in which the city would like to move forward on. During the regular council meeting, members of Rice Family Fun Days committee Keith O’Brien, Chuck Ackerman and Bryan Anderson presented the Rice Police Department with a $500 donation earmarked for new medical supplies and the Rice Fire Department with $1,000 to be used toward their new rescue vehicle. In other council news: • Approved Joey Schreiner, Kevin Robak, Cemeron Schmitz and Lacey Woodworth as the 2015-16 warming house and rink attendants. The ice rink is tentatively scheduled to

open Dec. 26, weather permitting. • Approved the ongoing rental of Rice City Hall from January to December 2016 for Rice Community Church. • Approved the 2016 final budget and levy resolution. • Approved the rezoned properties as recommended by the planning commission. • Approved the Rice Recreation Program Manager job posting. Former director Bryon Marketon resigned from his duties. During the month of December the personnel committee will act as the interim program manager. If you are interested in this opportunity, please visit city hall or apply at

the city’s website. • Opposed renewing the annual membership to Resource Training and Solutions after discussion was held on whether it was useful to the city’s employees and volunteers. • Adopted to send thank you letters for donations received by the city of Rice. • Approved a demolition quote not to exceed $6,000 to Ray Thompson and Co. Excavating for the Bender house located north of city hall. • Reluctantly accepted the resignation of Pete Kedrowski from the fire department. Kedrowski has been with the department for 18 years.

Martens continued from front a four-year term,” Martens said. Although members fulfill four years in their role, Martens will only serve as acting president for a single year. He was president-elect during the 2014-15 school year and sat on the board two years before being appointed to those positions. His job as president of the board is to chair the meetings and oftentimes involves being the voice of the board when media outlets show interest. “As a high school principal or going back to when I was a student, teacher and coach, I have always had a devotion to students and activities. It doesn’t matter if the activity is academic-based, athletics-based or fine artsbased, we know students who engage in an activity or move beyond the classroom are more likely to work harder in class, be more successful and have a better experience in

high school,” Martens said. “I’m dedicated to preserving those opportunities for kids. I want to give them the opportunity to be connected, to explore their interests and grow and mature.” Martens thinks there is something special about the activities kids have available to them within the school districts of Minnesota. “Education based activities are far different from others,” Martens said. “With education based activities comes an obligation to work with students on all aspects – academics, citizenship, appropriate play and sportsmanship. There is a lot more connected to the MSHSL activities than showing up for practice and playing in games. There are commitments that are made from making healthy choices to academic progress. It’s part of the fabric of the school system. The tag line for MSHSL is education and leadership for a lifetime and that is some-

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its name in 1968. The diner which had originally been located on Hwy 10, moved to Clearwater and back to St. Cloud on 32nd Ave where it resides today. Lenger said the family atmosphere is what has kept her around this many years. The restaurant is owned and operated by Brigitte’s son, David, and daughter, Julie. Lenger’s daughter, Mary Jo, has worked there for 18 years, her other daughter, Kelly Jo, had been there for eight, and the restaurant has four other pairs of family members working under its roof. “It’s totally family. Brigitte was always there for your family. I remember when I got married she gave me 27 tops to go on my honeymoon. She was very giving. If you ever needed something, she would be there for you,” Lenger said. The owners feel the same about Lenger. “Donna loves people and everybody loves her,” said Julie Bichler, co-owner. “She’s my right-hand. She’s really good with the custom-

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Donna Lenger runs the till and seats patrons at Brigitte’s Café, even on her days off. ers and always friendly. Every Wednesday, she comes in and doesn’t even check in, and we work on the schedule for about an hour or so. If someone is at the till, she’s right there taking it [the payment], and if someone needs to be seated, she seats them even if it’s her day off. I don’t think there is anybody that doesn’t love her. They think she’s pretty special. She’s one of the most dedicated employees you’ll ever find.” When asked what the most difficult part of her job was, Lenger quickly replied, “I don’t think there is one. You either like to waitress or you don’t.” Donna doesn’t claim to

have gotten rich at her job. She said she still needs to work, but because she loves it so much, she sees no reason not to. “I see no sense in sitting at home,” Lenger said. “And because of them I can work. At 75, I wouldn’t be able to go get a job. Who’s going to hire a waitress at 75?” Over her 57 years, the job hasn’t changed much other than the wage increase. Lenger started waitressing for a mere $0.35 per hour. “The tips have changed tremendously. It used to be a dollar or two, and now you see $5 or $10. People are very generous,” Lenger said.

Frequent customers are happy to tip Lenger. They say she deserves every penny she gets for her service. “You can get food anywhere, but you can’t get service like Donna gives,” said Bill Kimball, who has been coming to Brigitte’s every Friday for many years with a breakfast group. We could go other places, but we come here because Donna is here.” “She’s the only reason we are here,” said Jim Campbell, another member of the breakfast group. “She is a member of our breakfast family now – even though she’s hard at work.”

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ROYALTON – A Rice man was pronounced dead after he was run over by a dump truck shortly after 11 a.m., at a construction site near the Royalton High school bus garage Dec. 4. According to the Morrison County Sheriff’s Department, 60-year-old Vernon Barthel of Rice was backed over by a dump truck that was driven by Rodney Stanoch, 57 of Motley. Barthel was airlifted by North Air Care to North Memorial Hospital in Robbinsdale. He was pronounced dead at the hospital. Both parties were employees of Joes Excavating of Sartell. The accident remains under investigation. The Morrison County Sheriff’s Office was assisted at the scene by the Minnesota State Patrol, Royalton Fire and Rescue, North Air Care of Brainerd and Gold Cross Ambulance. Because Royalton Police Chief Adam Gunderson was fulfilling his duties to the National Guard, Royalton was without an on-duty officer at the time the incident occurred.

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SRR is currently in a cooperative with Sartell in girls’ hockey, the Storm N’ Sabres, and they originally kicked off their soccer programs by doing the same. The league also continues to work on safety and interests, which are not always typical. “There is a state debate team and state speech,” Martens said “They probably don’t make the front page of the newspaper like state football does, but those activities are just as important to those who participate in them, so we want to be on the lookout for what

there is in programming that fits within the vision of the school and can be managed by MSHSL to have the support and framework of this group.” Martens’ biggest satisfaction doesn’t come from being a presenter of trophies and awards, but from being a witness to the great things which happen with students and teams. “Teams can be a great source of pride and a unifying piece for communities,” he said. “It’s an opportunity for students to get involved and find themselves. The best stories for me are not necessarily winning, but those students who exemplify the kinds of traits MSHSL and schools wish for – the cross country runner who stops to pick up his competitor who went down during the race to help that person to the finish line, knowing full-well it would disqualify himself and the competitor, but did it anyway because it was the right thing to do. You look for those kinds of things and see it’s making a difference. Those kinds of things give me the most satisfaction and what I’m the most excited about.”

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Erich Martens is the current president of the Minnesota State High School League Board of Directors. Here he stands with former president Scott McCready of St. James.

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Keith O’Brien presented Rice Police Chief Ross Hamann with a check for $500 to be used for medical supplies from the Rice Family Fun Day committee. O’Brien and Chuck Ackerman (right) are both member of the organization which also donated $1,000 to the fire department at the Dec. 7 Rice City Council meeting.

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Community for children have members, parents, flourished and the school board, staff district has proand administrators vided significant rehave acknowledged lief to its taxpayers that education fundthrough refunding ing provided by the of bonds and lower state and federal levies. I am proud government continof our students, ues to be less than families and taxwhat is needed to by Dr. Daniel Bittman payers for making cover expenses and Superintendent’s Corner education a priority varies greatly from and humbled by the district to district. number of state and Prior to the passing an oper- national recognitions Sauk ating levy, Sauk Rapids-Rice Rapids-Rice continues to earn. ranked 334 of 338 Minnesota This week alone, the district school districts in the amount earned national recognition as of total general education, ref- a Skyward District of Excelerendum and alternative com- lence and the culinary team pensation revenue per student was recognized as one of the (338 is the school district with nation’s elite programs once the lowest amount of revenue). again. Go Storm. In other words, there were As the superintendent, I only four school districts with know there is more work to lower revenue at that time. do in terms of student achieveThe district made significant ment, tax relief and equity, but reductions ($3.75 million) to our progress has been both balance the budget, and stake- undeniable and impressive holders witnessed the negative because of the work of great impact reductions had on stu- staff, engaged community and dents, staff and the communi- determined board of education ty, which included things such members. as higher class sizes, increased Thank you for your confees and reduced course offer- tinued support of our children, ings. schools, district and commuHowever, since that time, nity. We will continue to focus the community approved an our energy and resources on operating levy, the Legislature providing amazing opportunienacted policy to create more ties for our children and to fulequity between school dis- fill our district’s mission and tricts, and Sauk Rapids-Rice vision. By preparing our chilofficials worked diligently dren for post-secondary and to increase revenue through career success, fostering an ingrants, maximize state fund- formed and supportive public, ing opportunities and to spend and creating an environment wisely. As a result, student of excellence, we all succeed. and family fees have been re- Our children and community duced significantly, class sizes are worth it. have decreased, opportunities

Vikings lay a colossal egg secondary like SeIt isn’t the fact attle’s. Offensive that the Vikings lost coordinator Norv to the defending Turner seems to NFC champion Seprefer the sevenattle Seahawks last step drops and Sunday that should slow-developing have Vikings fans downfield pass incredibly conplays that were cerned. Seattle is successful for still a great team, him in Dallas and and they are playby ANDY THAYER ing for their prover- SPORTS COLUMNIST San Diego, but he needs to realize he bial playoff lives doesn’t have Troy after a tough start to the season. If the Vikings had Aikman or Philip Rivers under lost, say, 28-24 and had shown at center anymore. Teddy’s biggest least some modicum of pride and strengths as a passer are making competitiveness, fans of the team quick reads and delivering short, would be sleeping quite a bit eas- accurate throws. When Teddy is ier this week. Instead, the Vikings asked to take deep drops, survey were absolutely eviscerated both the field and deliver the long-ball, offensively and defensively and there are too many things that go lost, at home, 38-7 to a team that wrong. He gets pressured conthey might need to face again in sistently, is forced to scramble and either throws the ball away the playoffs. If there’s been one consis- or sails an inaccurate throw five tent trend with the Vikings this yards over the intended receiver’s year, it’s that they have failed to head. You all know what I’m talktake care of business against good ing about. How many times do teams. Anytime they’ve faced we need to watch that script unsomeone with a legitimate chance fold before we start seeing more to be playing games in late Janu- screen passes, slants and crossing ary, the Vikings have rolled over. routes? Turner has to bite the bullet Denver, Green Bay and Seattle have all thoroughly whipped the and start calling plays that fit his Vikings (don’t let that 23-20 final personnel; that means running the score from the Denver game fool ball and dialing up more short, you – that game wasn’t nearly as controlled passes. By getting guys close as it appears at first glance), like Mike Wallace and Stefon and my confidence that this Vi- Diggs the ball in space, Turner kings team has a chance to make can let them make some plays afany kind of statement in the play- ter the catch with their speed and elusiveness. offs is severely waning. I couldn’t possibly be weaThe best summary of last Sunday’s debacle was provided rier of hearing Vikings fans comby running back Adrian Peter- plain about how referees and injuson, who simply said, “We were ries cost their team the game last outcoached in so many ways, and Sunday. Yes, there were a couple outplayed as players.” Peterson, of dubious penalty calls, and yes, who seems to be developing an losing Linval Joseph/Anthony unsavory habit of calling out his Barr/Harrison Smith obviously coaching staff after losses, was impacted the Vikings’ defense nonetheless absolutely correct in negatively. Those excuses don’t his assessment. The Vikings, who account for the team’s pathetic possessed the top-ranked rushing offensive effort though, and the offense in the NFL prior to Sun- truth is that Seattle came into TCF day, only handed the ball to Peter- Bank Stadium and completely son eight times on Sunday. While whipped the Vikings on both I’m completely aware running sides of the ball. If the Vikings the ball is not an effective means want to make the playoffs, they of controlling the clock while at- are going to need to right the ship tempting to mount a second-half soon. Soon as in this Thursday, comeback with a 28-plus point when they travel to Arizona on deficit, there is no good reason short rest to play a 10-2 Cardinals the Vikings should not be giving team that boasts the best offense the ball to their top weapon more in the NFL. Things aren’t going to get any easier for the Vikings, than eight times in a game. The Vikings’ offensive line and they had better show they can isn’t good enough in pass protec- compete against playoff-caliber tion to allow Teddy Bridgewater teams soon or their season is goto be successful throwing the ing to be over in less than four ball 28 times per game against a weeks.

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Never miss a practice helper, the Holy Spirit. I was unaware of the joy How do you encourage your children with their that comes through obedience and putting God activities? Are parents dedicating their children first. enough to their sports? I was talking to a friend the “Out of the abundance of the heart his mouth other night and if a child doesn’t dance or play their speaks.” -Luke 6:45. It doesn’t take a lot of sport year round, the chance of them making the detective work to see if your child’s heart is varsity team goes down significantly. Your child right. As I raise my own, I get excited when I may not make varsity. As an athlete who played see their natural athletic capabilities, but it also high school varsity since junior high, and played a serves as an important reminder to check in with division two sport in college; to that I say, so what? their own personal relationship with God. That Sports created opportunities for me to develop By Mercy Nygaard must always be the most important practice in skills and stay active. I played three sports and also our child’s lives and it will take us sitting down performed in dance because athletics were natural Life by Faith with them and always pointing to God’s word for for me. Once I started junior high, I was able to play the truth. That is a practice we must never miss. year round, having my mom chauffeur. In the summer, I would sometimes have three different sport practices Speak truth in their life when the world throws them lies so they won’t end up a self-centered, arrogant athlete, chasing in one day, and I never missed a practice. Every gift, talent and attribute is given to us so that we the wrong thing to fill their void. That was me. I was a terwill roll it up in thanksgiving and praise to our Creator. In- rible witness to anyone looking to see what following Jesus stead, I was taking all the glory. It wasn’t out loud, but I only looked like. Seven years after high school, I found contentment by looked to myself and my own understanding for everything. As an athlete, I could accomplish so much and since I played submitting every area of my life over to God. It is humbling year round, there was never a void. Except for the huge void but rewarding. The opportunities keep arising to use my athin my heart. I tried to fill it with boy craziness, music with leticism, express my creative side and to put others above empty lyrics, social queen and eventually the party scene. myself and all the glory goes to God. It’s OK to strive to Chasing the thing that was going to fill the void spilled into make the varsity team but let’s remember first things first. His college. It wasn’t until seven years after college that I real- or her relationship with God is going to build up their character more than making varsity. My children have many dreams ized the only thing that would bring contentment. You see, when I was younger, I went to bible camps and aspirations. When they come to me with questions about and believed in Jesus and confessed Him as my savior. But them, as a result of my testimony, I quicken them to Proverbs I rarely was taught the true character of God and His grace, 3:5, “Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and lean not on but rather what not to do. It was don’t do this and you will be your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge Him, good. Moralistic teaching cannot transform anyone’s heart. and He shall direct your paths. Only God’s grace and the renewing of our minds through our

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Obituaries Phyllis Struffert Phyllis Struffert, age 79 of St. Cloud, died Dec. 4, 2015, at the St. Benedict’s Senior Community, St. Cloud. Mass of christian burial will be 10:30 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 10, at St. Lawrence Catholic Church in Duelm. The Rev. Virgil Helmin will officiate. Burial will be in the parish cemetery. Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m., Wednesday at the Foley Funeral Home in Foley and one hour prior to the service at the church on Thursday. Parish prayers will be at 5 p.m., Wednesday at the funeral home. Service with Dignity provided the Foley Funeral Home. Phyllis Struffert was born May 25, 1936, in St. Cloud, Minnesota to Melene and

Phyllis Struffert Rose (McDonald) Jensen. She married Cyril Struffert on Jan. 21, 1953, at St. Lawrence Catholic Church. She lived in Benton County most her life and worked at the St. Benedict’s Senior Community for 23 years. She enjoyed doing

crossword puzzles. She was a member of St. Lawrence Catholic Church. The family wishes to thank; Dr. Patrick Lalley and his nurse, Carol; Spot Rehabilitation; CentraCare Hospice and the St. Benedict’s Senior Community for all the care and compassion they gave our mother. She is survived by her sons and daughters; Jeff (Elsie), Bovey; Carmen (Jim) Youngren, Sartell; Denise (Arlo) Buchholz, Grove City; Dennis (Sharon), St. Cloud; Steve (Jeanette), Foley and Scott (Kathy) of Foley; 21 grandchildren and 29 greatgrandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents and husband, Cyril; son, Kevin; sisters, Betty Schwartz, Orpha Keeler, Verna Schaefer and brother, Gordon Jensen.

Ronald G. Burczyk Mass of christian burial was held Dec. 7, 2015, at Williams Dingmann Family Funeral Home in Sauk Rapids for Ronald G. Burczyk, age 68, who passed away Wednesday at the St. Cloud VA Medical Center. Rev. Jerry Dalseth officiated and burial was at the Minnesota State Veterans Cemetery near Little Falls. Ronald Gregory Burczyk was born May 11, 1947, to Walter and Lavinia (Held) Burczyk Sr. in St. Cloud. He served his country in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War. Ron married Beverly Zormeier in 1969, they were later divorced and she passed away in 1983. He worked as a mechanic for Eich Motors in St. Cloud. Ron was a

Ronald G. Burczyk member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Sauk Rapids. He was an antique, stamp and coin collector, and enjoyed woodworking, crossword puzzles and reading. Ron was a strong willed person with a strong

Robert M.Will Cecilia V.Trobec A Memorial Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m. Dec. 9, 2015, at Holy Spirit Catholic Church for Cecilia V. “Ceil” Trobec, age 90 of St. Cloud, who passed away Dec. 4, 2015, at Prairie Ridge Memory Care in Sauk Rapids. Reverend Thomas Knoblach will officiate. Burial of the urn will take place in St. Stephen’s Parish Cemetery in St. Stephen. Visitation was Tuesday at the Daniel Funeral Home in St. Cloud and will be after 10 a.m. on Wednesday at the church. Ceil was born in Milwaukee, Wis. to John and Anna (Supan) Lewandowski. After graduating high school, Ceil attended St. Mary’s Hospital School of Nursing. Ceil was employed by the Milwaukee V.A. Hospital for several years. She married James J. Trobec on Nov. 14, 1953, in Milwaukee. Ceil served as parish administrator as-

Cecilia V. Trobec sistant for Holy Spirit Church for many years. Ceil also volunteered at the Red Cross and was an Election Judge for the City of St. Cloud. She was a member of the Daughters of Isabella, Christian Woman, Legion of Mary and St. Stephen Mission Group. In 1981, Ceil received the Bishops Medal of Honor as recognition of her years of Stewardship. Ceil enjoyed singing,

Hildegarde E. Wasiloski Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Friday, Dec. 11, 2015, at Trinity Lutheran Church, Sauk Rapids for Hildegarde E. Wasiloski, age 92 of Fergus Falls and formerly of Sauk Rapids, who died Sunday at Woodland Lodge Assisted Living in Fergus Falls. Rev. Harvey Ehlers will officiate and burial will be in the church cemetery. Visitation will be one hour prior to the services on Friday at the church in Sauk Rapids. Arrangements have been entrusted to Williams Dingmann Family Funeral Home, Sauk Rapids. Hildegarde was born April 5, 1923, in Zeeland, N.D. to Elmer and Emma (Freimark) Neumann. She married Walter Wasiloski on Oct. 28, 1945, at Trinity Lutheran Church in Sauk Rap-

Hildegarde E. Wasiloski ids. Hildegarde lived in Sauk Rapids most of her life and worked for the school district for 21 years, retiring in 1987. She was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church in Sauk Rapids where she was a longtime Sunday School Teacher and a member of the Hospitality Guild, First Lutheran Church

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dancing, bridge, golf, traveling and bowling. She was a woman of strong faith and loved all the time spent with her family. She is survived by her children, Rosemary (Richard) Overman of Albany, Kathleen Brewster of Sauk Rapids, Nancy (Peter) White of Ada, Mich., Jacqueline (Ronald) Schoenfelder of St. Cloud, James Jr. (Josie) of Mahtomedi, and Jane Deppert of Maplewood; 11 grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; brother and sister, LeRoy Lewandowski and Connie Lewandowski both of Milwaukee, Wis. Ceil was preceded in death by her parents; husband, James in 1989; and son-inlaw, Kevin Brewster. A Special Thank You to Talahi Adult Day Services, Prairie Ridge, St. Croix Hospice and all those who extended care support to Ceil over the years. Memorials are preferred. in Fergus Falls, and Sauk Rapids American Legion Post No. 254 Auxiliary. She volunteered at Good Shepherd Lutheran Home Spiritual Care. Hildegarde enjoyed reading the bible, sitting out on the porch listening to birds, baking, the Minnesota Twins, and spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was a gentle, caring person. Survivors include her sons, Bruce (Judy) of Monticello and Mark (Penny) of Fergus Falls; grandchildren, Chad, Brooks, Bryce, Troy and Cory Wasiloski, Noell Sheets, and Jodi Brown; and fourteen great-grandchildren. Hildegarde was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Walter on May 2, 1992; and brothers, Victor Neumann and Elmer Neumann, Jr. Obituary and guestbook available online at: www.williamsdingmann.com

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Robert M. Will able to fix almost anything and had a natural talent for music. He played a wide variety of instruments in a number of bands over the years and that musical talent was passed on to his children. He began his working career as a carman for Burlington Northern Railroad where he worked for six years and then moved on to the Sartell Paper Mill. Bob worked there for over 30 years with most of that time spent in the power plant where he earned

Robert Schueller Robert ‘Bob’ Schueller, age 78 of Foley, died Dec. 7, 2015, at the St. Cloud Hospital surrounded by his family. Mass of christian burial will be 10:30 a.m. Friday, Dec. 11, at St. John’s Catholic Church, Foley. The Rev. Michael Wolfbauer will officiate. Burial will be in the Parish Cemetery. Visitation will be from 4-8 p.m. Thursday at the Foley Funeral Home and one hour prior to services at the church. Parish prayers will be at 7 p.m. Thursday evening. Service with Dignity provided by Foley Funeral Home. Bob Schueller was born Oct. 28, 1937, in Morrison County to George and Alfreda (Voigt) Schueller. On June 28, 1960, he married Mary Ann Maybury at St. John’s Catholic Church in Foley. The couple made their home near

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Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30 a.m. Dec. 12, 2015, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Sauk Rapids for Robert M. Will, age 59, who died at his home Dec. 4, surrounded by his loving family. Cancer took his life after an exhausting series of chemotherapy treatments. Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m. Friday, Dec. 11, at Williams Dingmann Family Funeral Home in Sauk Rapids and one hour prior to services at the church on Saturday. Parish prayers will be at the funeral home on Friday at 4 p.m. Burial will be on Monday, Dec. 14, at 10:30 a.m. at St. Joseph’s Cemetery in Waite Park. Bob was born March 29, 1956, to Herman and Eunice (Zak) Will in Little Falls. He married his high school sweetheart Nancy Sefkow, on Dec. 27, 1975. They have three amazing daughters and four adorable grandsons. Bob has always been a very industrious individual

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GRAHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 2265 135th St. NE Rice (6mi. E. of Rice) Pastor Sue Maki Sunday Service: 9am Sunday School: 10:15am ANNUNCIATION CATHOLIC CHURCH Mayhew Lake Fr. Tom Becker Sunday Mass: 10am IMMACULATE CONCEPTION CATHOLIC CHURCH 130 1st Ave NE Rice Fr. Tom Becker Saturday Mass: 5pm Sunday Mass: 8am CHURCH OF THE SACRED HEART 2875 10th Ave. NE Sauk Rapids Father Ralph G. Zimmerman Saturday Mass: 5pm Sunday Masses: 8 & 10am Monday: 8am;Tuesday: 5:30pm; Wednesday-Friday: 8am LIVING WATERS LUTHERAN 1911 4th Ave N Sauk Rapids

Pastor Todd Mattson (ELCA) Pastor of CL: Denise Hanson www.lwlcmn.org; 255-1135 Sunday/Holy Com: 8:30 &10:30am Child & Adult Ed. 9:40am RICE COMMUNITY CHURCH 205 Main St. E Rice, 393-2203 Pastor Emil Williams Sunday Worship: 10am Wednesday Bible Study: 7pm at Pine Country Bank 750 County Road 21 NE

THE LUTHERAN CHURCH OF THE GOOD SHEPHERD 325 11th St. N Sauk Rapids Pastor Donald Wilke Sunday Service: 10am LC-MS Wednesday Service: 10am LC-MS PETRA EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH 1049 1st Ave. N Sauk Rapids Pastor Bryan Prell; 252-0120 Sunday Worship: 8 & 10:30am Sunday/Bible School 9:15am K-8 Day School: M-F 7:45am-2:15pm ST. JOHN’S LUTHERAN 6855 Golden Spike Rd Sauk Rapids

Rev. Timothy Rehwaldt Sunday Service: 10:30am Sunday School 9:30am TRINITY LUTHERAN CHURCH 2163 Mayhew Lk Rd. NE Sauk Rapids Pastor Paul Cloeter Sunday Service: 8 & 10:30am Sunday Bible Study 9:15am Sunday Radio 8am WVAl Monday Service: 6pm

NEW HOPE CHURCH An Evangelical Church 1970 15th ST NE Sauk Rapids Rev. Michael Jarrett; 656-5234 www.newhopenow.net Sunday Service: 10:30am Sunday School/Bible Study 9:30am ST. CLOUD SEVENTH DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH Box 323 Benton Cty. Rd. 45 Sauk Rapids Saturday Bible Study: 9:25am Saturday Worship: 11am BRIDGE COMMUNITY CHURCH 1702 W Highview Dr. Sauk Rapids Pastor Kirk Knudsen, 252-2960

Sunday Contemporary: 10am Children Promiseland: 10am (Sept-May) HARVEST FELLOWSHIP 400 2nd Ave. N Sauk Rapids Pastor Larry Siekawitch; 529-8838 Associate Pastor: Jim Wiebolt Pastor of Discipleship: Dan Gordon Sunday Worship: 9:00, 10:45am Children’s Church: 10am Youth Ministries: Wed. 6:30pm LOVE OF CHRIST LUTHERAN CHURCH 1971 Pine Cone RD., Saint Cloud Sunday Services: 8:30am, 10:45am Sunday School/Bible Study: 9:30am Pastor: Paul Hennings Pastor: Stephen Klemp

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his Class A Chief’s License. He developed a passion for writing training material (CBT’s) and generating computer data in order to make everyone’s job easier. He most recently worked in the Power House at St. John’s University until he could no longer physically work. Bob was a very patient, humorous and helpful individual with a huge capacity for bestowing those gifts on others. He is loved by many and will be greatly missed by all. His ability to turn sadness into laughter was unbelievable. Bob is survived by his beloved wife Nancy of Sauk Rapids; daughters, Jessica Will of Burnsville, Julie (Corey) Willman of Sauk Rapids and Allison (Josh) Pelzer of Sauk Rapids; parents, Herman and Eunice Will of St. Cloud; sister, Kathy (Paul) Sad of St. Cloud, Karla (Kevin) Reil of Sauk Rapids; and grandsons, Brady and Grayson Willman, and Noah and John Pelzer.

He was a good wood-worker and appreciated time with his woodcarving group. He liked classic cars and was proud of his ‘57 Chevy. Bob is survived by his wife, Mary Ann of Foley; children: Robert (Annette) of Rice, Mark (Sheila) of St. Cloud, Steve (Tami) of Andover and Cathi (Dallas) Slater of Grand Rapids; grandchildren: Traci (Treven) Wisz, Andy Schueller, Rachel Schueller, Joshua Schueller, Cody Brunn, Ashlee Brunn, Bryce Brunn; great-grandchildren: Ava Schueller and Sawyer Brunn; sisters: Mariet Bahe of Florida, Darlene Lesniak of Foley and Judy Petron of Ramey; as well as many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Richard and Jerome, and infant brother, Joseph.

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personality and a good sense of humor. Survivors include his daughters, Amy (Steve) Hommer of Big Lake and Linda (Shawn) Fitzgerald of Sartell; sisters and brothers, Peggy Arseneau of Sauk Rapids, Karen (Jim) Lamar of Sauk Rapids, Shirley (Bob) Brannan of St. Cloud, Susie (Rob) Martin of Waite Park, Butch (Donna) Burczyk of Rice, Connie (Kathy Maloney) Burczyk of St. Cloud and Martin Burczyk of New Richland; five grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Ron was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Richard and Bernard; brothers-in-law, Elmer Manthey and Keith Arseneau; grandson, Tyler Burczyk and nephew Randy Burczyk.

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Saturday, Dec. 12, 6-9 p.m. – Celebrate the principles of Kwanzaa, regardless of cultural or spiritual identity. Whitney Senior Center. Saturday, Dec. 19, 3 p.m. – Reindeer rides and Christmas program, Historic Salem Community Church. “Because He Lives” program starts at 4:30 p.m., four miles north of Paynesville on 220th Street. Saturday, Jan. 9, 9 a.m. – Youth Snowmobile Safety Course, Benton County Sheriff’s Office. Students must be at least 11 years of age by Jan. 9, and must have completed the online portion of the class prior to training/testing day at www.dnr.state. mn.us. To register (20 student limit) send the student’s name, date of birth and contact information to snowmobilesafety@ co.benton.mn.us. No walk-ins will be accepted. Contact Sgt. J. Dingmann for more information at (320) 968-7201.

Meetings Schedule Today 5:30 p.m. Social time 6 p.m. meeting Sauk Rapids VFW. 3rd MondayKnights of Columbus, Sacred Heart Church, 7 p.m. Sauk Rapids Women of Today, 7 p.m., SR American Legion 3rd TuesdayBenton Cty Historical Society, 7 p.m., Museum Building, 218 1st St. No. 4th WednesdayCentral MN Deer Hunters Assoc., 8 p.m., SR American Legion Minden-Sauk Rapids Joint Planning Board, 6 and 7 p.m., Sauk Rapids Government Center 1st & 3rd ThursdayRice Lions Club, 8 p.m. 2nd & 4th TuesdaySauk Rapids Lions Club, Veterans of Foreign War Post No. 6992, 6:30 p.m. 4th ThursdaySauk Rapids Chamber, noon luncheon, call 251-2940 to preregister. 2nd & 4th MondaySR Council meeting, 6 p.m., Government Center, 250 No. Summit Ave. District 47 School Board, 7 p.m., High School Board Conference Room Sauk Rapids Township Board, 7 p.m., Town Hall Every MondayBright Beginnings AA Support Group, 9 a.m., Harvest Fellowship Church – AA Assistance line: (320) 202-1895, aameetinglocator.org Every ThursdaySauk Rapids AA Group, Living Waters Lutheran Church 7 p.m. – AA Assistance line: (320) 202-1895, aameetinglocator.org Every SundayDivorce Care, Seminar and Support Group meets at 5:30 p.m. at Harvest Fellowship, Sauk Rapids October, December, March, and MaySacred Heart Church St. Monica Society meets after 5:30 p.m. mass.

Weather: What tion and 0.4 of an a change from last inch of snow. Calenyear. It was so much dar year precipitation colder, with five total stands at 31.04 days of below zero inches. It was a lot temperatures. Then less than the 39.06 there was the snow. inches last year at No less than 19.1 this time. It was an inches of it. Little interesting weather Rock Lake froze month. By Jim Hovda over on the 13th. I Local weather Rice had nightmares of records for Novemwhat was to come. ber: The low temWhat a welcome surprise. perature of -23 degrees in 1905 It was one of the top 10 warm- was no less than 98 degrees est Novembers on record, ac- colder than the 75 degree day in cording to St. Cloud State 1999. What a difference in temUniversity professor Bob Weis- peratures for November. We man. Our coldest day, and the did not break the 4.16 inches only one in single digits, oc- of precipitation in 1922 or the curred on the 21st at 8 degrees. 25 inches of snow in 1983. I’m The warmest day was a really trying to remember the snow nice 68-degree day on the 3rd. issues in 1983, just can’t do it. Fifteen days saw temperatures Phenology: The major in the 50 or 60 degree readings. event, Little Rock Lake froze Wow. over on the 28th. Last year it On to the rain and snow. was the 13th. The way things The first half of the month was were going, I thought it would dry with only .06 of an inch of be December before the lake rain. The 16th started the ma- froze. Little Rock Lake has jor rain event that ended on the only frozen over in December 20th, and I recorded 2.8 inches six times since 2001. I was not of rain. The most rain fell on surprised to see two fish houses the 18th when I recorded 1.46 on the lake on the 30th. Sort of inches. Had this been snow, this makes me wonder. Another starain event could have produced tistic waiting to be recorded? more than two feet of the white With all the plants in restuff. Finally, at the end of that mission, the nearly five inches precipitation event I recorded of snow we received on the first 0.4 of an inch of snow. It was of December was a very welthe only snow for the month. It come blanket of insulation. Unwas rain the trees really needed fortunately, it appears it will all for winter. We ended the month melt like last year. Hopefully it with 2.86 inches of precipita- will not happen, or we will get

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Lake Andrew sewage poses possible issue by ANNA SALDANA STAFF WRITER The Watab Township board discussed a potential issue brought to their attention by a resident in the Lake Andrew development at the Dec. 1 meeting. Lloyd Erdmann, Watab Township supervisor, received the complaint from the resident, who noticed a straight pipe was installed leading from the sewage holding tank to the nearby swamp. When the tank was opened, water was at the bottom of the pipe; a level the board felt was unacceptable. The township board sees the full holding tank and pipe as an issue. They plan to have the holding tank pumped as soon as possible. Supervisors Erdmann and Craig Gondeck are planning a visit to the development to take a look at the tank. The board is planning to contact the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA)

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Rice Elementary students live united by NATASHA BARBER STAFF WRITER

Two fifth grade Rice Elementary students recently received awards for being runners-up in United Way’s Live United Essay Contest. Of 350 essays submitted from local schools across the service area, MacCayle Kobluk and Cammille Henry were each selected for one of the 14 runner-up recognitions. In November, United Way of Central Minnesota teamed up with U.S. Bank and Times Media to ask fifth graders to share how they live united in their communities.

From those submissions, one grand prizewinner was chosen. “Cammille is a kindhearted student. She works hard and takes concern in other students’ well-being,” said the students’ teacher Kelsey Bean. “MacCayle has always been a very generous and caring student with a sense of humor we all enjoy.” Kobluk’s essay was written about her unique birthday party, and Henry’s was about ways she helps the community. Kobluk wrote, “Hi. My name is MacCayle, and this is the story of my 8th birthday

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PUBLIC NOTICES BENTON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS REGULAR MEETING MINUTES – November 17, 2015 The Benton County Board of Commissioners met in regular session on November 17, 2015 in the Benton County Board Room in Foley, MN with Commissioners Jake Bauerly, Jim McMahon, Spencer Buerkle, Warren Peschl and Ed Popp present. Call to order by Chair Bauerly was at 9:00 AM followed by the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag. Peschl/McMahon unanimous to approve the amended agenda: add item—Administrator’s Report. No one was present to speak under Open Forum. Buerkle/Popp unanimous to approve the Consent Agenda: 1) approve the Regular Meeting Minutes of November 3, 2015 as written; 2) accept and file Committee of the Whole Minutes of October 29, 2015 as written; 3) approve Application for MN Lawful Gambling Exempt Permit—MN Waterfowl AssociationWright Sherburne Chapter—to hold a raffle on March 12, 2016 at Jack & Jim’s Event Center; and 4) approve Memorandum of Agreement with the State of MN for the Department of Defense Excess Property Program, and authorize the Chair to sign. Chris Byrd, County Engineer, presented a proposed cooperative construction agreement between MNDOT and Benton County for a MNDOT project on TH 15; this agreement establishes the cost participation amount on behalf of Benton County. Byrd noted that Benton County will need to participate in the revision/ upgrade of the traffic signals at Benton Drive (CSAH 33) and TH 15; ADA improvements will be included. He indicated that the anticipated cost to Benton County is $22,537.07; $29,000 has been budgeted for 2016. Popp/McMahon unanimous to approve Resolution 2015-#30 authorizing Benton County to enter into MNDOT Agreement No. 1001412 with the State of Minnesota, and authorizing the Chair to sign. Byrd explained that, as bridge safety inspections begin, there is a need to address Bridge 05504 at CSAH 7/CSAH 22 near the Rum Shack. He stated that this bridge is experiencing deterioration of the steel pilings and section loss and will need to be dealt with as soon as this winter. Byrd will seek quotes from qualified contractors to alleviate these issues and prevent further corrosion. Joe Janish, Department of Development Director, presented the minor final plat entitled “Goenners Woods” in Maywood Township, submitted by Leon and Julie Goenner. Janish noted that the applicant desires to construct a home on this lot; staff has received acknowledgement from the township and the parkland dedication fee will be required. Peschl/Popp unanimous to approve the final plat of “Goenners Woods” and authorize the Chair to sign the final plat. Janish presented the minor two-lot final plat entitled “Poganski Addition” in Watab Township, submitted by Phyllis Poganski. He reported that, during the public hearing before the Planning Commission, a resident that lived nearby attended and had questions as to what the lots would be used for and future plans of the proposed plat. Janish indicated that the Planning Commission granted two conditional use permits related to the accessory structures on the proposed lots, contingent upon final plat approval. He stated that the township is aware of the request; a parkland dedication fee will be required. Popp/Peschl unanimous to approve the final plat of “Poganski Addition” and authorize the Chair to sign the final plat.

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Members of the ACT on Alzheimer’s committee Sara Anderson (from left), Melinda Fast, Jodi Speicher, Barb Rebischke, Nicole Ruhoff, Mary Bauer and Debbie Anderson gathered at the Sauk Rapids Government Center Dec. 7 to celebrate efforts which created dementia awareness over the last year. ied from Metro Transit, to the by NATASHA BARBER STAFF WRITER Saint Cloud State Gerontology department to Silver Lining, a SAUK RAPIDS – Com- dementia consultation and edmunity members gathered at ucation business. Kristin Stiethe Sauk Rapids Government gel, of Spot Rehabilitation and Center Dec. 7 in a celebra- Home, discussed how many tion of ACT on Alzheimer’s. elderly are afraid to come to The purple-flooded event was education classes or invite held to rejoice in how far the professionals into their homes community has come and to for fear they may be removed. spread awareness of what is in “We’re not taking people store for the future. out of their homes,” Stiegel ACT on Alzheimer’s is said. “Most professionals are a statewide, volunteer driven doing whatever possible to collaboration whose main goal keep people out of facilities is to prepare communities for and in their homes longer.” personal, social and budgetary Stiegel said because of inimpacts of Alzheimer’s dis- surance her group has the opease and other dementias. It is portunity to enter into homes estimated 89,000 Minnesotans for those who are outpatients over the age of 65 live with or homebound to teach and Alzheimer’s and that number make suggestions about safecontinues to grow each year. ty. She visits the home and Support and resources writes recommendations for were available throughout the at-home modifications such as three-hour event. Booths var- stair-glides and grab bars.

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Janish reminded Board members of upcoming citizen vacancies on the Board of Adjustment, Planning Commission and Solid Waste Advisory Committee. He will prepare to move forward with advertising for replacement members if needed. Board members reported on recent meetings they attended on behalf of the county. The Regular County Board meeting was recessed at 9:25 AM to conduct a Human Services Board meeting. The Regular County Board meeting was reconvened at 9:39 AM. Under Commissioner Concerns, Peschl requested that staff from Benton County Public Health provide information on the planning process for the upcoming SHIP 4 (Statewide Health Improvement Program) Grant. Samantha Hageman, Benton County SHIP Coordinator, referenced a four-page informational mailing that was sent to Benton County residents detailing the accomplishments of SHIP and recognizing community partners. Hageman referenced the role of the Community Leadership Team, noting that SHIP 4 will focus on health and wellness in the schools, communities, and work places; SHIP 4 will also focus on decreasing tobacco exposure and usage. Hageman noted that Benton County Public Health has been awarded $164,836 for the 2016 fiscal year. Monty Headley, County Administrator, stated that, currently, the Benton County Fiscal Policies call for a fund balance coverage standard equal to six months of operating expenditures; the MN State Auditor recommends fund balance coverage of three to five months of operating expenditures. Headley noted that the County Board has discussed the fund balance coverage standard in various committees of the whole and reached consensus to change the current standard from six months of coverage to five. He added that cash balances available in restricted revenue funds to cover cash flow needs, combined with greater stability in state funding, make this change prudent and reasonable. Peschl/McMahon unanimous to approve the revised Benton County Fiscal Policies, changing the fund balance coverage standard from six months to five months of operating expenditures. Headley explained that, on November 3, 2015, the County Board approved a contract to acquire a new records management and computer-aided dispatch system in the Sheriff’s Office. He noted that the Board also approved a funding plan as recommended by the Sheriff to use a combination of E911 funds and a loan from the Solid Waste Fund; of the total $223,450 cost, $101,350 will come from E911 funds and $122,100 will come from a Solid Waste Fund loan. Headley added that repayment will occur over five years, starting in 2017, from savings generated by lower annual software maintenance costs for the new system. He stated that the proposed resolution formally establishes the Solid Waste Fund loan and associated repayment schedule; no interest is owed back to the Solid Waste Fund since it does not retain its interest on idle cash. Buerkle/Popp unanimous to approve Resolution 2015-#31, establishing a loan totaling $122,100 from the Solid Waste Fund to the Capital Projects Fund for a Sheriff’s Office records management and computer-aided dispatch system, and authorize the Chair to sign. Administrator’s Report: 1. Update on creating an East St. Cloud office for Human Services (which included a partnership with Sherburne County to share office space). Staff has explored the cost to occupy ap-

BENTON COUNTY – The Benton County Historical Society and Museum is looking for 2016 Benton County Women in History nominations. Each year the museum celebrates four adult women and a junior honoree from Benton County during the month of March. Nominations are being sought from community members for adult women who have lived and participated in shaping the Benton County community. Women who have been honored in the past have volunteered, worked, lived or raised families in the Benton County area and have made a difference in others’ lives.

Junior honorees are students from Foley or Sauk Rapids-Rice high schools who have been nominated by their respective district. Women selected are celebrated at a March luncheon during National Women’s History Month. Nominations with a short biography can be sent by mail or E-mail to the Benton County Historical Society and Museum. Nominations are due by Jan. 31. For questions regarding the process or biography please call (320) 253-9614 or E-mail bchsmus@bentoncountyhistorical.com.

proximately 4,000 sq. ft. in the East Gate complex (i.e. furniture, phone system, I.T., janitorial); this cost has been estimated at $250,000 with annual operating costs of $170,000. Sherburne County has stated that these costs are not affordable for them at this time; therefore Benton County will look into the possibility of a “smaller presence” in East St. Cloud. 2. In meeting with cities to discuss possible membership commitments in a Benton Economic Partnership, the issue of the Greater St. Cloud Development Corporation (GSDC) has come up--the cities are inquiring whether this new organization duplicates what the GSDC is doing and whether it will compete for membership dues. Headley stated that this issue will be a “talking point” at the upcoming meeting of the Economic Development Workgroup. 3. A request has been received from Representative Newberger inquiring what it costs Benton County to serve immigrants; Headley stated his understanding that Benton County Human Services cannot access this data themselves—a request must be made to the MN Department of Human Services. Buerkle is of the understanding that Stearns County was able to access this data themselves. 4. In the near future, Headley will bring forth an agreement with Health Partners which would introduce their wellness program into the county; program elements will include health risk assessments, biometric screening, and health education/coaching. Headley stated the intent to provide some sort of monetary award to employees for participating in this program. 5. The county is currently in receipt of $30,000 from an Aquatic Invasive Species Grant (will have $50,000 by the end of the year). He will bring forth a resolution to the Board to accept these resources and affirm that the county is working on a plan. Headley noted that the Department of Development has prepared an RFP to seek a consultant to identify any aquatic invasive species issues and how to address those issues in a manner that will have the greatest impact. 6. The county is in labor negotiations with the one bargaining unit that is not settled for 2016; at this point, proposals have been exchanged. 7. Headley stated his intent to notify the State Auditor (before August of next year) of Benton County’s intent to possibly move back to a private CPA firm for the 2017 audit. Under Commissioner Concerns, Peschl inquired of the county’s recourse in cases where a landowner has performed “…maintenance on a county road without permission…or does the work improperly” Engineer Byrd provided the example of landowners wishing to widen driveway entrances—the County Highway Department would like the opportunity to review a permit in order to address the culvert. He noted that the current culvert policy does not specifically address penalties. No Committees of the Whole were set. Chair Bauerly adjourned the meeting at 10:18 AM. A. Jake Bauerly, Chair Benton County Board of Commissioners ATTEST: Montgomery Headley Benton County Administrator Published Dec. 8, 2015

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SPORTS

Sauk Rapids-Rice dance team is Storm’N Sabres win two at the top of their game by BRYAN ZOLLMAN STAFF WRITER

League standings: Sentra Sota Sheet Metal: 159.5-113.5 S.R. Legion: 151-122 St. Cloud Hyundai: 147.5-125.5 Granite Edge Café: 144.5-128.5 Sartell Hardware Hank: 142-131 The Blue Line: 134-139 ATS: 111-162 Greenkeepers: 102.5170.5 Highlights: Ryan Ertl- 749 Curt Dingmann- 722 Mike Alexander- 694 Andy Schommer- 670 Darren Brix- 663 Dick Turch- 646 Bruce Arnold- 645 Andrew Paavola- 639 Al Eiynch- 631 Ross Diedrich- 623 Mark Drengson- 622 Dale Denney- 616 Jeff Hengel- 613 Norman Koepp- 611 Jason Watercott- 610 Rod Oltz- 607 Rick Turch- 604 Pete Kruger- 602 Aaron Schultz- 601

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The Sauk Rapids-Rice Dance Team has been performing at the top of their game this season. The team scored second place in both high kick and jazz routines at the Apple Valley Invitational Dec. 5.

Basketball continued from page 10 ones.” SRR is 3-2 overall and 1-1 in the Central Lakes Conference. They hosted Sartell Dec. 8 and will host Princeton on Friday night, Dec. 11. M 28 32 60 SRR 40 41 81 SRR scoring: Jackson 23 (3 steals), Kranz 20 (8 rebounds), Boraas 14 (6 assists), Landwehr 12 (17 rebounds, 5 blocks), Massman 8, Patrick O’Brien 2, Kuerkow Tongyik 2. Fergus Falls 68, Sauk Rapids-Rice 54

The Storm had three players score in double figures, but SRR lost by 14 in Fergus Falls Dec. 4. SRR trailed by eight, 3325, at halftime. Boraas scored 13 points and Tavon Bemboom and Landwehr each chipped in 10 points for SRR. The Storm hit on 20 of 46 shots including 4-12 from three-point range. “We didn’t play as efficiently and connected on offense as we should,” Spiczka said. “We didn’t get shots to fall early, and they really

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Kuerkot Tongyik shoots over two Monticello defenders during their game Dec. 7 in Sauk Rapids.

stretch you defensively. Everybody they have can handle the ball and shoot it.” SRR 25 29 54 FF 33 35 68 SRR scoring: Boraas 13, Landwehr 10 (10 rebounds), Bemboom 10 (7 rebounds), Jackson 9 (3 assists), Massman 4, Kranz 3 (4 rebounds), Tongyik 3 (4 rebounds), O’Brien 2. Sauk Rapids-Rice 48, St. Cloud Tech 45 The Storm defense held the Tigers to 35 percent shooting and earned the Central Lakes Conference win Dec. 1 in Sauk Rapids. Tech hit on 16 of 46 shots, including four of 20 from three-point range. SRR shot 39 percent from the field, 19 of 49. “Both teams played zone and we were able to make some plays late,” Spiczka said. Kranz and Landwehr combined for 14-24 shooting and 29 points for SRR. T 20 25 45 SRR 24 24 48 SRR scoring: Kranz 17 (3 rebounds), Landwehr 12 (4 rebounds), Jackson 12, Tongyik 3 (6 rebounds), Massman 3 (5 rebounds), Boraas 1 (3 rebounds).

Wrestling team has high hopes by ANNA SALDANA STAFF WRITER Many athletes are returning to the Storm wrestling lineup including Kolten Farnick, Taylor Rau, Tony Bemboom and Hunter Rajkowski. Rau is a two-time state entrant. He was out on injury last year, but after making it to state the two previous years, there is hope he will return for a third time. Farnick, Bemboom and Zac Spohn, sophomore, all competed at the state tournament last year as well. Richard Carriveau and Korey Keske were named team captains, but as both are out for the season on injury, the coaches are looking to have some of the other teammates step up

into the captain role. Brady Vait and Jacob Ackerman, two returning wrestlers to the team, are expected to make the move to the varsity level this year. All of these top wrestlers, except for Vait, wrestled at the varsity level during the 2014-15 season. Sauk Rapids-Rice 36 Alexandria 28 The Storm came ahead in their first meet of the season, boosting confidence throughout the team, when they took a win over Alexandria. Jared Spohn won by a fall against Adam Kramer, with a score of 106. Zac Spohn regained his confidence in a win by decision over Ben Bogart with a score of 126. Bogart is

ranked tenth in the state at the 132-pound weight class, so it is an accomplishment for Zac. Rajkowski won by decision over Adam Johnson with a score of 132. David Nelson won by fall over Chris Jorud with a score of 138. Marcus Santilana won by decision over Joe Brezina with a score of 160. Andrew Syvertson won by fall over Jay Kohls, earning a score of 182. Farnick won by forfeit over his opponent. Jacob Ackerman, Brady Vait, Bemboom, Darius Robinson, Daunte Molski and Creedence McDermond lost their matches. Maple Grove Invitational The Storm traveled to compete in the Maple Grove Invitational Dec. 5. Jacob Ackerman placed

first with a score of 106, Jared Spohn placed second with a score of 106, Vait placed third with a score of 113 and Zac Spohn placed first with a score of 120. Rajkowski placed second with a score of 126, Bemboom placed second with a score of 132, Farnick placed fourth with a score of 285, and Luke Barringer placed fifth with a score of 285. David Nelson, Marcus Santilana, Darius Robinson, Daunte Molski and Creedence McDermond did not participate. The team placed fourth out of the 12 teams participating, with a cumulative score of 123.0.

Storm boys’ hockey opens with three losses by BRYAN ZOLLMAN STAFF WRITER

The Sauk-Rapids Rice boys’ hockey team opened their first week with three games. Unfortunately, they couldn’t come up with a victory in any of the three. The Storm opened their season Dec. 1 with a 6-4 loss to Alexandria. The Storm were out shot 54-20, but still managed to keep the game close on the scoreboard. After falling behind 4-0, the Storm rallied with two goals less than two minutes apart midway through the second period. Calvin Barthel scored an unassisted goal to make it 4-1, and then Barthel assisted on a goal by Brandon Mixell to make it 4-2. But Alexandria scored at the 1:50 mark of the third to make it 5-2. Mixell then scored his second goal of the game, this one coming on the power play with assists going to Morgan Barber and Bryce Kirt. After another Alexandria goal, Barthel closed out the scoring on the power play with Mixell and Cameron Bauer assisting. Lukas Marling started on

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Lumberjacks go 1-1 with Whalers by NATASHA BARBER STAFF WRITER After an embarrassing 4-1 loss to the Granite City Lumberjacks on Friday, the Wisconsin Whalers were fueled for a win and came back during the two-game series to defeat the Jacks 5-4 Dec. 5 at the Oregon Ice Arena in Oregon, Wis. Neither of the Granite City goalies, Mac Berglove and Nathan Isaacson, were able to stop the Whaler pucks from finding the net. Berglove saved 11 shots on goal before being pulled and replaced by Isaacson who saved another eight. The first period was a scoring frenzy with Wisconsin scoring three goals combatted by the Lumberjacks’ two. Granite City’s forward Braden Altena was the first to put the team on the board scoring at 12:89 with help from defenseman Kevin Finley and forward Matt Flom. Lumberjack forward Tanner Skaja teamed up with defenseman Casey Esselman four seconds before the buzzer to grab another Granite City goal for Skaja. The goal LOCATION Away Away Away

marks 21 points this season for the veteran No. 12 of Skaja. Granite City collected two more goals by forward Chase Di Bari, who scored on a power play, and Altena who chipped one into an empty net. Assist points went to forward Will Mix (who had two), defenseman Spencer Nelson and Altena. Granite City had 15 minutes of penalty time on six infractions and the Whalers went 14 minutes on seven. Whaler goalie Max McConnell saved 32 shots on goal from the Lumberjacks. Granite City Lumberjacks 4, Wisconsin Whalers 1 Skaja bookended the game Friday against the Whalers with his short-handed unassisted goal just over three minutes into the game and with an empty netter assisted by Lumberjack defenseman Tyler Mros to conclude the game. Altena and Esselman also picked up unassisted goals during the game. Berglove saved 24 shots on goal. Both teams sat 10 minutes on five infractions each.

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Brooke Walters’ goal at the 16-minute mark of the first period was all the Storm’N Sabres needed as they beat River Lakes 1-0 Dec. 1. The Storm’N Sabres outshot River Lakes 35-15, but could only get one puck past the Stars’ goalie, Jordyn Tomascewski. It was a penalty-filled game with each team serving five minors. Walters’ goal came on the power play with Bria Ferns and Megan Mohr assisting. Clare Minnerath made 15 saves to earn the shutout. Sartell/Sauk Rapids 5 Brainerd/Little Falls 1 The Storm’N Sabres scored four second-period goals on their way to a 5-1 win over Brainerd/Little Falls Dec. 3. After a scoreless first period, Bria Ferns netted 15 sec-

onds into the second period with Megan Cook and Megan Mohr assisting. Brooke Walters made it 2-0 at the 7:22 mark with Allie Hemmesch and Alysa Gallagher assisting. Less than three minutes later, Walters scored again with Cook and Amanda Flemming helping out. After a Brainerd/ Little Falls tally, Flemming scored to make it 4-1 with Walters and Molly Mahowald assisting. The Storm’N Sabres capped off the scoring in the third period when Mahowald scored with Ferns assisting. The Storm’N Sabres outshot their opponents 42-20. Minnerath made 19 saves to earn the victory, which improved the Storm’N Sabres to 7-3 on the season. The Storm’N Sabres will take on St. Cloud (7-1) in St. Cloud this Thursday. Their next home game is Thursday, Dec. 17, versus Willmar (2-5) in Sartell.

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Storm sizzle against Monticello

each other. Team shoots ifWewehadcompliment a lot of people play 59 percent well.”Later in the second half, the Magic cut the lead to nine, in win 68-59, before Spiczka called a by MARK KLAPHAKE STAFF WRITER

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Sophomore center Cody Landwehr puts up a shot over a Monticello defender during the Storm’s 81-60 win over Monticello Dec. 7 in Sauk Rapids. Landwehr finished with 12 points, 17 rebounds and five blocks.

The Sauk Rapids-Rice boys’ basketball team outscored Monticello by 20 points in the middle of their ball game and went on to win 81-60 on Monday night in Sauk Rapids. The game was tied 25-25 late in the first half when the Storm went on a 15-3 run to finish the first half with a 4028 advantage. Senior Kobe Boraas had a basket and a free throw, a dunk and a threepoint shot to ignite the run. The momentum continued for SRR out of the locker room. Sophomore Camden Jackson scored nine of his 23 points in a 10-2 run and the Storm enjoyed a 50-30 lead. “We had pretty good stretches where we defended well and moved the ball well,” said head coach Rick Spiczka. “We can do a lot of nice things

timeout. “I told them to play together and stay connected and take what they give you,” Spiczka said. Boraas, Cody Landwehr, Anthony Massman and Tyler Kranz helped seal the win by scoring baskets down the stretch. SRR was extremely efficient offensively throughout the game. The Storm hit 33 of 56 shots from the field. They were five of nine from beyond the arc. “When we find the right shot and appropriate shots we can be pretty good,” Spiczka said. “We are making progress and getting closer every day.” Jackson, 23, Kranz, 20, Boraas 14 and Landwehr, 12, each scored in double figures. Landwehr led the Storm with 17 rebounds, five offensive and five block shots. “His ability to clean up

Storm win on Konz’s buzzer beater by BRYAN ZOLLMAN STAFF WRITER

Angela Konz’s biggest rebound was her last one. Trailing 48-47 with 5.8 seconds left in their seasonopener against Little Falls on Dec. 1, Bailey Becker drove the lane and attempted a lay up that rimmed out. But Konz was right there to tip the ball back in to give the Storm a buzzer-beater victory over the Flyers. “That game was a battle,” said head coach Megan Foley. “Our girls stuck together and competed for the whole 36 minutes.”

The game was back and 2015-16 season. “Our last play was a test forth throughout, with the of guts for our team,” Flyers posting a Foley said. “The 23-21 halftime whole team kept aflead. The Storm ter it and played their used a balanced roles that we needed scoring attack to be successful.” in the first half Becker finished with with five differ16 points to lead the ent players scorStorm. Brandi Rosing baskets. In coe added 10 and the second half, Konz eight. Brooke Staci Meyer had Angela Konz Torvik chipped in two big baskets and Becker made five free seven. SR 21 28 – 49 throws to help keep pace with LF 23 25 – 48 the Flyers. Highlights: Staci Meyer 4, But it was Konz’s basket Bailey Roscoe 3, Brooke Torvik 7, that was the biggest, giving Brooklyn Harren 1, Bailey Becker the Storm their first win of the 16, Angela Konz 8, Brandi Roscoe

10. FG 13, 3PT 3-9, FT 13-19 PF 16.

Delano 51 Sauk Rapids-Rice 34 The Storm faced a strong Delano team last Friday and came up short in a 51-34 loss. The team managed just four baskets in the first half. Once again Becker led the Storm with 16 points, four rebounds and two assists. Staci Meyer added eight points. The Storm traveled to Sartell on Tuesday to take on the Sabres. On Thursday, they will travel to Fergus Falls. Highlights: Meyer 8, Becker 16, Konz 4, Harren 4, Bailey Roscoe 2. FG 13, REB 16, FT 6-10, 3PT 2.

Gymnastics team kicks off season with two meets by ANNA SALDANA STAFF WRITER The gymnastics team is through their first practices and two meets of the season, but have one top gymnast who is out for the season. Ann Starr broke her foot, and after it healed, had clearance from her doctor to start on the team. However, on the first snowy day of the winter, she broke it a second time. Starr will be having surgery on her foot, which puts her off the squad for the season. Starr will

rejoin the squad next season. Coach Emma Kramer is beginning her first year coaching the Sauk Rapids-Rice High School gymnastics team after coaching community education classes and youth teams. Kramer is looking forward to the season “It’s very different working with older kids versus younger kids. I enjoy it and it’s fun,” Kramer said. In addition to Kramer, the team has two assistant coaches and a spotter on staff. This year’s team also has two captains: Kelsey Christensen and Brooke Helget. Christensen is the only senior on the team. “Every time Kelsey is here, she’s bringing up the spirits of everyone else, which is great to see, because y o u

don’t always get that,” Kramer said. This season, Kramer hopes the girls can get better scores than last year and that no one else on the team sustains injuries. St. Cloud Tech 139.575, Sauk Rapids-Rice 113.325 The Storm faced St. Cloud Tech Dec. 3. Overall, the team had a score of 32.45 on vault, 24.925 on bars, 25 on beam, and 30.95 on floor, for a cumulative team score of 113.325. The team fell short of a victory against Tech, which had a cumulative team score of 139.575. On vault, Anna Magnan had a score of 8.4 and placed fifth, Kristal Fleck had a score of 8.15, Morgan Thompson had a score of 7.95, Kelsey Christensen also had a score of 7.95 and Bergen Henkemeyer had a score of 7.85. On bars, Elie Weinert had a score of 6.9, Chrisensen had a score of 6.675, Henkemeyer had a score of 6.3, Morgan

Thompson had a score of 5.05 and Justus Floren had a score of 4.175. On beam, Christensen had a score of 7.8 and place fourth, Thompson had a score of 5.85, Floren had a score of 5.75, Brooke Helget had a score of 5.6 and Elie Weinert had a score of 5.3. On floor, Christensen had a score of 8.05, Magnan had a score of 7.95, Fleck had a score of 7.55, Helget had a score of 7.4 and Thompson had a score of 6.9. Becker Invitational The team participated in the Becker Invitational and placed eighth of eight teams on Dec. 5. The Storm came back with score of 31.45 on vault, 21.75 on bars, 26.4 on beam, and 28.5 on floor. “We had a pretty rough meet. One girl couldn’t make it, one was sick and three are out from injury, so we had to bring a handful of junior varsity girls to compete at the varsity level,” Kramer said.

Senior guard Kobe Boraas flies in for a dunk during the first half of the Storm’s 21-point non-conference win over Monticello. Boraas had 14 points in the win.

the glass and defend the bas- defensively. The kids are doket is very important for us,” ing a good job containing peoSpiczka said. “I thought we ple and not giving them easy rebounded the ball really well Basketball and limited their opportunicontinued on pg. 9 ties. We’ve come a long way

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Brooke Torvik Parents: Tom and Joyce Torvik Grade: Junior Accomplishment: Is the starting point guard and a captain on the girls basketball team. What do you like most about basketball? I love the competition and drive that the game has. I have been playing basketball for nine years now. Before every game, I get butterflies when I go out on to the court because I love this sport so much and it has been apart of me for so long. What is your favorite thing to do on the court? Being able to take a charge because it gets everybody pumped up, especially my teammates. Tell us about the most memorable game you’ve ever been a part of. At the Eden Valley Watkins tournament last year playing Maple Lake when I scored 17 points. We fought hard until the buzzer went off. Even if the score didn’t show it, we won that game in our minds because of our determination and will to not give up. What has been your favorite high school class to date? Child Development. I got to take that class with some of my teammates, and we had to take care of these fake babies for the weekend during the Eden Valley Watkins tournament last year. We had some great memories and laughs. Tell us about a skill you possess that most people don’t know. I’m very good at comforting people and being there for them. What is your favorite meal, movie, social media and song? My favorite meal is chicken alfredo, and my favorite movie is “The Longest Ride.” I would say I use Snapchat the most, and my favorite song is “Wildfire” by Seafret. What are your future plans? Attend college and maybe major in physical therapy, but hopefully getting to play one of my sports at the college level. What other activities are you involved in? I play volleyball and softball, I am in yearbook, Link and a member of the National Honor Society. What words do you live by? Be the change that you want to see. We can all talk and go through the motions, but if you really want to make it a difference, it all starts with you. If you want to see it happen, then you have to be the first one to do it. Make it noticeable so then other people will want to join, and it will lead to a chain reaction. Leading the Storm is Sponsored by:

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Morgan Thompson performs her vault routine at the Dec. 3 home meet, scoring a 7.95 on the event.

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