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Help4Homeless fills the gap 2 Second Ave. S., Suite 135, Sauk Rapids, MN 56379

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Local man brings hard-to-get subsistence items to those in need

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BY ELLARRY PRENTICE | STAFF WRITER

AUK RAPIDS – to stores and purchase those speSeven years ago, cific items.

God called, and Russ Victorian Victorian’s volunteer projanswered. ect became Help4Homeless, a At that time, Victorian had faith-based grassroots organi14 years’ worth of logistical zation that obtains hard-to-get training, acquired through his subsistence items using donaservice in the Army. tions and delivers them He decided it would to people experiencing be best used to serve homelessness. not just his country “As a Christian, I through military opfeel it is part of our faith erations but people to help others in need,” God was putting on said Victorian, who rehis heart. tired from the military The people on at the end of November Victorian’s heart were 2020. people in need, and Victorian visits they had needs lo- Russ Victorian homeless shelters in the cal homeless shelters St. Cloud area regularly struggled to meet on short notice to identify needs not being met with the donations they had on through other donations and hand. A woman needed diapers organizations as well as immeof a certain size for her baby and diate needs they are struggling SUBMITTED PHOTO a man needed pants of a certain to meet in a timely manner.

Russ Victorian (right) delivers donations to Harry Fleegel who runs the Homeless Helping Homeless size, but neither were available. organization in St. Cloud. Victorian is the founder of Help4Homeless, a faith-based organization that Victorian page 4 “I found that each location provides specific items homeless shelters are in need of. had specific needs that weren’t getting filled by routine donations,” said Victorian, who lives between Sauk Rapids and Sartell. “I decided my logistics experience would be best served if I acted as a liaison between the shelters and the places the products could be purchased.”

Wanting to fill the gaps, Victorian started visiting homeless consecutive year, becoming the first student Senior qualifies shelters he had been donating to in school history to do so. and asked what their immediate for international conference This year, Seaman triple-qualified needs were. Then, he would go for the International Career Developfor fourth consecutive year ment Conference – the pinnacle of DECA competition – by placing second

BY ELLARRY PRENTICE and twice-placing fourth at Minnesota STAFF WRITER State DECA Career Development ConSauk Rapids-Rice High School senior ference, held virtually in early March.

Brynn Seaman has qualified for the interSeaman page 3 national DECA competition for the fourth

Seaman shines as Storm’s record-setting DECA qualifier

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Brynn Seaman, Sauk Rapids-Rice High School senior, will compete in the DECA International Career Development Conference in April. Seaman is the first DECA member in school history to qualify for the international conference for four consecutive years.

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31 DECA members advance to international conference After qualifying earlier this year, 95 students from Sauk Rapids-Rice High School participated in the annual Minnesota State DECA Career Development Conference in early March.

More than 1,700 students competed in the virtual conference.

Competitive events focused on the areas of entrepreneurship, finance, hospitality, marketing and other related fields and were judged by nearly 300 business and industry professionals.

Of the 95 Sauk Rapids-Rice students who competed, 31 qualified for the International Career Development Conference – the pinnacle of DECA competition – in 17 events.

Seaman from front Her qualifying events were a market operations research project, performed for Coborn’s, a quick-service role play presentation and a schoolbased enterprise project.

“Really impressive; Brynn has just had a great DECA career,” said Josh Bauer, SRRHS DECA adviser.

“Brynn has been just a fantastic person to work with. It’s been amazing to watch her grow. Her level of creativity and detail is amazing.”

When Seaman joined DECA as a freshman, she never imagined she would amass this much success. She only hoped the organization would foster personal growth and push her outside her comfort zone.

“I’m really proud of it just because of how hard I’ve worked,” Seaman said of setting the bar for most consecutive qualifying events. “It’s really nice to see that pay off.”

As a freshman, Seaman qualified for the international conference in a principles of hospitality role play event. She was the second person in school history to qualify at that grade level.

As a sophomore, she twice-qualified for the international conference with a market operations research project, performed for Rock Creek Coffeehouse in Sauk Rapids, and a quick-service role play event.

As a junior, she twice-qualified again with a market operations research project, performed for Coborn’s, and

“I was just truly impressed this year,” said Josh Bauer, SRRHS DECA adviser. “The kids just really took advantage of the opportunity. They’re focused on top-notch success.”

SRR qualifiers were: Rayna Barry, Jared Bentrud, Isabelle Birk, Bailee Bonebright, Ian Cairns, Izzy Cairns, Hailee Cullen, Kelly Decker, Carter Eckblad, Maggie Fernholz, Valeria Flores-Bonilla, Morgan Fiereck, Sarah Gama, Ryan Hallonquist, Tucker Hendrickson, Andrew Kath, Ashley Konietzko, Zachary Kosloske, Matthew Krepp, Adan Lachmansingh, Andrew Markfelder, Josie Mayers, Mckinsey Newbanks, William Nielsen, Jack O’Brien, Bradyn Petrek, Brynn Seaman, Cece Skog, Paige Theis, Nolan Thell, Macy Welk and Lydia Zabinski.

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a chapter gold project.

For role play, or case study, events, Seaman had to place in the top four of 60 competitors in the state, and for research projects, in the top four of 30 competitors in the state to qualify for the International Career Development Conference.

Role-play presentations are Seaman’s favorite competitive event.

She likes being herself, the challenge of thinking on her feet and that she gets to put herself in a new situation each time.

Since the scenarios are presented minutes before she gives her presentation, they do not require much preparation, Seaman said.

Seaman enjoyed learning about Coborn’s and Rock Creek Coffeehouse through her research projects. She thanked the businesses for their time.

“I think it was a really amazing opportunity,” she said.

Bauer echoed that sentiment, saying local businesses that support DECA are giving high school students challenging experiences that foster personal growth and prepare them for real-life situations.

The daughter of Darin and Shauna, Seaman is co-president of the SRR DECA chapter this year.

In addition to a collection of awards and leadership opportunities within the chapter, Seaman’s four-year DECA journey has provided travel memories and supportive friends.

The supportive atmosphere is what drew Seaman to DECA. “People were so welcoming,” she said. “Everyone pushed me to be my best. I really enjoyed

ally for the first time, the chapter amassed success, Bauer said. In his time as adviser, the SRR DECA chapter has never had that many students qualify for the international conference. Several students even double-qualified, Bauer said.

This year’s International Career Development Conference will take place virtually. Students will complete online testing and submit pre-recorded presentations for the preliminary competition April 12-16. Finals will take place April 26-30. Those who advance will have the chance to meet business professionals from around the U.S. during Zoom presentations. A grand awards session will follow in early May. SRR DECA members will participate in 19 events, competing with more than 15,000 students from around the world, Bauer said.

that.”

Seaman traveled to Atlanta for the International Career Development Conference as a freshman and to Orlando the following year. She qualified for nationals last year, but the conference was canceled due to COVID-19.

This year’s conference will take place virtually, starting in mid-April.

There will be a frenzy of activity on the virtual grounds, with more than 15,000 students from around the world expected to compete.

What Seaman enjoys most about DECA is the student organization pushes her to work toward goals as she gains handson business experience and learns to lead with confidence.

“I like having something to work for,” she said. “It’s always good to have a goal and to try to achieve it.”

Seaman likes working toward those goals

with like-minded DECA members to whom other members’ success is just as important as their own.

“It’s nice to have people you feel supported by,” Seaman said.

Seaman’s DECA involvement has also influenced her career aspirations. This fall, she plans to attend St. Thomas University to major in international business.

“DECA is the reason I’m going into that,” said Seaman, whose mom is a business teacher.

DECA events directly contribute to every student being college- and career-ready upon graduation from high school.

DECA has not only provided Seaman with indispensable knowledge for her future but has been one of the greatest sources of fun.

“Being able to be with that group and being able to travel with some of my closest friends,” she said of her favorite memories.

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Your child will be designing, building and creating for hours on end. They may just invent the next big thing. The 175-plus piece kit contains tools, adhesives, building materials, craft items and a 16-page activity guide. It is packed with screwdrivers, screws, pliers, a 1.5-volt hobby motor, batteries and holder, scissors, wheels, clamps and more.

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Busting through fear and worry

Fear and worry can keep your child from achieving their dreams. Using the Adventures in Wisdom curriculum, children ages 5-12 will learn to see their perceived mistakes and failures as opportunities to learn and grow. In this four-session program, your child will learn to work through their fears and worries and go for their dreams through engaging stories and activities. Your child will also receive a T-shirt.

Saturdays, April 10 to May 1, 10-11:30 a.m., Sauk Rapids-Rice High School, 1835 Osauka Road N.E., Sauk Rapids.

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Victorian from front He then works with community businesses to purchase items at discounted prices so more funding gets to those who need it.

“I focus on those immediate and short-term needs that they have, which are constantly arising,” Victorian said.

Using donations from residents and businesses, Victorian purchases items like shirts and pants that are needed in specific sizes, diapers and wipes, undergarments and personal care items.

Victorian also picks up and distributes slightly used items that people are willing to sell or donate to meet specific needs. He does not accept items left over from garage sales or estate sales unless a specific demand is identified. All items, he said, are purchased at the time they are needed, not stored for potential future use.

“I don’t go around collecting stuff,” Victorian said. “There’s a specific need, and I look for it. I focus on what’s needed that week.”

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served by Help4Homeless are Place of Hope, the Salvation Army, Lincoln Center Homeless Helping Homeless, Dream Center – Overcomers International Fellowship, and Catholic Charities St. Elizabeth Board and Lodging. Victorian has also delivered items to homeless people on the street.

This year, Victorian launched a webpage where people can donate funds that will be used to purchase items. He posts a list of all deliveries to homeless shelters on the webpage by delivery date, item and value as

a means of transparency and so people can track the impact of their donations.

All money donated goes directly toward purchasing hard-to-get items that meet specific needs.

“A dollar in, a dollar out,” Victorian said.

Help4Homeless is a subsidiary of Victorian’s ministry, Search4Heaven. He volunteers his time, uses his vehicle and covers the cost of fuel for deliveries and other administrative expenses. He does not have any business, financial or associate ties to organi-

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Russ Victorian works in his office. Founder of the grassroots organization Help4Homeless, Victorian visits homeless shelters in the St. Cloud area to identify needs of the people they serve and uses donations to purchase those items.

zations he delivers to.

“It’s not a large organization, and it’s not meant to be,” said Victorian who intends to keep it a niche organization.

“It isn’t a big project, but it’s a way for me to help out.”

A study in late 2018 found there were nearly 950 people experiencing homelessness in central Minnesota, including 335 children with their parents. While Victorian may not be able to help everyone, he is committed to doing what he can to help those who are destitute and experiencing tough times.

Victorian does not push religion on anyone, but operating as a Christian organization is important to him. In addition to providing basic necessities, he said he shares the word of God where and when he can to give people hope.

So far this year, Help4Homeless has provided new and used items valued at more than $400 to people in need. By offering a virtual donation option, he hopes to increase that number.

For more information, people can contact Victorian at help4homeless55@aol.com.

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ST. CLOUD – Join the Benton County Extension Master Gardeners volunteers for their annual Spring Seminar at 7 p.m. April 15. This session will take place via Zoom and is free and open to the public. You must register in advance to receive the link to join. To register, visit https://z.umn.edu/springseminar or call 320-255-6169.

The featured speakers will be Monika Chandler and Mari Hardel from the Minnesota Department of Agriculture’s noxious weed specialist team. The evening

will include information on what invasive plants are, how they are introduced and thrive in the environment, and what we can do to be a part of the solution to minimize the spread of invasive species. There will be time to ask questions.

Extension Master Gardener volunteers educate the public about a variety of horticulture subjects using researchbased resources. This educational effort is designed to enhance quality of life and promote good stewardship of the environment.

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Tree damaging borers The emerald ash borer and the damage it does to ash trees has been well publicized. However, there are other borers that also damage trees. Two other borers have similar life cycles: the two-lined chestnut borer which GREEN AND attacks oak trees GROWING IN BENTON COUNTY and the bronze birch borer which attacks BY LINDA G. TENNESON several birch species.

These borers or beetles live as adults for only a few weeks and feed on the edges of leaves, leaving irregular edges on them. They mate and the female lays eggs in the upper levels of trees, in branch crotches or bark crevices.

The eggs hatch seven to 10 days later and appear as cream-colored larvae. The larvae go through five stages in the summer or fall and grow to 1.5 inches in length. The larvae which look like light colored worms or grubs eat the layers of living tissue known as the phloem and xylem. These are the layers of tissue right under the outer bark that contain the channels where water and nutrients are moved from the roots to the leaves. The larvae move back and forth in S-shaped patterns leaving behind their feces and sawdust. When the weather turns cold, the larvae over winter in pupal chambers. In early summer, they emerge as adult insects through D-shaped holes in the outer bark. The adults then fly back up the tree or to a new one to begin the process all over again. Unfortunately, because the larvae are protected by the outer bark of a tree, extreme periods of cold winter weather will not always kill them.

Borer damage is often noticed when woodpeckers seem to be taking an unusual interest in a tree or when dead areas show up high in the tree canopy. When water and nutrients are stopped from reaching the leaves, they die and show up as dead branches near the top of the tree. The adult borers leaf feedings do not damage the tree, but the larvae feeding under the bark causes much damage by stopping the flow of water and nutrients.

Damage from the bronze birch borer may be more noticeable because this insect leaves raised channels that can be seen and felt on the surface of the trees, particularly in the paper birch. The two-line chestnut borer leaves channels in the inner bark similar to the emerald ash borer, but they can kill a red oak tree in a year or two. Bur oaks are also attacked by this borer but may survive for longer periods of time. Trees that are already under stress are attacked more often. Droughts, damage to the trunks or roots, or compacted soil will all stress trees. Paper birch grown on lawns where there is little undergrowth to keep the roots moist and cool are especially susceptible to borer attacks. Mulch applied around these trees but not touching the trunks will help with moisture retention. There are resistant varieties of these trees which should be chosen when planting new trees.

Reminder: Sign up for the Benton County Extension Master Gardeners Gardening Seminar on ornamental invasive plants which takes place at 7 p.m. April 15 via Zoom. Visit www.z.umn.edu/springseminar to register. A link will be emailed to you the day before.

For more information, call 1-800-964-4929 or visit www.extension/umn/edu/benton.

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

EDITORIAL

Freedom to fly Glorious submission brings God so hood, a lack of truth or disloyalty. Truth is in much glory. It seems like a simple statement, Jesus, so a truth is a part of the truth (Jesus) but it is for the purpose of God’s glory that but not all that he encompasses. The entire we are even here. Christians are so quick to word of God reveals all that Jesus encomsay God is good all the time, or God’s ways passes and God’s glory. Jesus loved. Jesus are good. But when we get to God’s design served. Jesus suffered. Jesus is glorified to for us to submit to his word, our spouse or God. Sound doctrine originates with God and church authority, what do we do? We wince, grounds its authority within the Bible. Here’s we balk, we even flat out say no. False docthe kicker: It is consistent with the whole of scripture. The way it is taught is in order with trine is distinguishably false where unsound LIFE BY FAITH doctrine is built on a truth but does not reflect BY MERCY NYGAARD the rest of the Bible.

God calls us, Jesus redeems us, and the the whole of the teaching, and so, it can cause harm to leave information out or teach the information Holy spirit applies all of what we have learned to us. The out of order. Let’s try our best to learn how to recognize Holy Spirit is helping and convicting us to glorify Jesus.

Submission, the way God designed it and instructs us unsound doctrine.

When recognizing unsound doctrine, it is God, our how to live it in the Bible, is not about behaviors. It is reference point, who is bringing each individual church about character and has nothing to do with superior or into accountability for its doctrinal foundation. If you inferior status or equality. It has to do with attitude and recognize contamination in the teaching, pray for the function just like we see in the trinity.

When men and women submit to our creation design shepherd of the church who is teaching things unsound.

Pray for the hearers to be made dull to unsound teaching by God, to our spouse, to the church, is it another weight so they are not led astray. Pray for God to lead you to to make us sigh, or is it wings to let us fly? Because of Jesus and out of the overflow of our love for God, we clean water.

When we follow God the Holy Spirit, we can only can operate in loving obedience to our created design have one foundation and that is Jesus Christ. That is be- which gives us the ability to reflect the image of God. cause the Holy Spirit will always cause us to speak and Now the Lord is the Holy Spirit, and where the spirit of to glorify Jesus (John 15:26, 16:14). So, foundations for the Lord is there is liberty. But we all, with unveiled face, any ministry must be built on Jesus (1 Corinthians 9:11). beholding as in a mirror the glory of the Lord, are beUnsound doctrine is not false doctrine. False doc- ing transformed into the same image from glory to glory, trine is fairly easy to discern; however, unsound doctrine just as by the spirit of the Lord (2 Corinthians 3:17-18). is much harder to recognize. This is because false doc- Sound doctrine tells us that the Holy Spirit helps us subtrine is built on an untruth, and unsound doctrine is built mit and gives us freedom to fly. on a truth. Untruth, according to the dictionary, is a false-

Storybooks from Minnesota and beyond The books – about thunderstorms, tornaNational Children’s Book Day was obdoes, hail, snowstorms, clouds and wind served April 2.

– offer children simple explanations about My sister subscribes to Dolly Parthe science behind the weather to help calm ton’s Imagination Library, a program that, children’s fears about storms. Titles include through funding shared by the country mu“Raindrops on a Roller Coaster” and “The sic star, gifts new, age-appropriate books to Sky Stirs Up Trouble.” enrolled children every month from birth to “Nettie’s Garden” is a children’s book age 5. My youngest nieces, 3 and 5, are exwritten by central Minnesota resident cited when they discover a new book in the mailbox. When I come over, they promptly EXPRESSIONS BY EL Heather Rae Weseman, a close friend of kick my sister out of their room – oh, the BY ELLARRY PRENTICE mine who I met through a newspaper interirony! – and we curl up with unicorn pilview. The book, based on a true story follows, letting fictional stories take us far lowing the untimely and unexpected death away. of Weseman’s mom, is intended to bring hope to chilIt’s a great escape. My mind stores too much worry dren who are grieving the loss of a loved one. The story and not enough imagination. is about the miraculous blooming of a peony plant that For 10 years, I had a dream of writing my own chil- Weseman’s mom, Nettie, had faithfully tended to for dren’s book. When my last position was cut due to dwin- 25 years. All those years the plant never bloomed, but dling finances amid the pandemic, it proved to be more her mom believed someday it would. Two weeks after of a blessing than a curse. I finally had time to work on her death, the peony burst into full bloom, showing her projects I had neglected over the years, including the fi- grieving family hope in its colors. nal draft of a children’s book.

Everyone knows the classic children’s book series I realized that writing fiction and gearing it to young – from Little Golden Books to tales by Dr. Seuss – but minds, with life lessons incorporated, isn’t as easy as it many more great titles have been released in recent seems. But it’s fun. The best part was escaping all the years. stress that comes with being an adult and living vicariFollowing are some children’s book series that have ously through the life of my character, a girl named Let- become favorites of the little people in my life. tie who spends a day at her grandma’s farm, learning that If you liked “Goodnight Moon,” written by Margathe simple things in life mean the most and that some of ret Wise Brown in the 1940s, you might like the Goodthe best experiences don’t come from watching a screen. night series by Michelle Robinson. From a big digger The bummer about the book was I lost touch with truck to a pirate ship, tractor and horse-drawn carriage, the illustrator halfway through the project. She literally each book helps little dreamers wish their favorite things disappeared and stopped responding to messages and a sweet goodnight. In “Goodnight Tractor,” the little boy emails. addresses each of his farm animals and pieces of equipMonths later, I finally tracked her down and learned ment, saying “Goodnight, farmer. Goodnight, plough. she’d experienced a tragic blow in her personal life. Goodnight, trailer. Goodnight, cow.”

Knowing I had walked through similar valleys, my anMy nieces are crazy about the Llama Llama series ger dissipated, and I chose grace in place of frustration. by Anna Dewdney. Her picture books feature fun-toWe’re back on track, and she hopes to have the second read rhymes about pre-schooler Llama Llama, whose half of the pictures finished by mid-April. Patience is a adventures include bedtime and loose tooth drama, the virtue. first day of school, a sleepover and hide-and-seek. Titles As I write, I am reminded of some great children’s include “Llama Llama Red Pajama,” “Llama Llama books that have been produced by writers and artists Misses Mama,” “Llama Llama Mess, Mess, Mess” and from Minnesota.

“Llama Llama Loves to Read.”

A couple favorites from recent years: “Wonkey Donkey,” by Craig Smith and Katz CowKARE 11 meteorologist Belinda Jensen authored ley, is a hilarious tailed tale about an endearing donkey a series of children’s books featuring Bel the Weather with three legs. A sequel, “The Dinky Donkey,” released Girl, a second-grader whose mom is a meteorologist. in 2019, is about Wonkey’s daughter.

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March was National Food Shelf Month SAUK RAPIDS – The Sauk Rapids Herald office was a collection site in March for food donations that will be donated to those in needs. Residents brought donations to the office which will in turn be distributed to the Rice Area Food Shelf and the food shelf at Living Waters Lutheran Church in Sauk Rapids.

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(Right) On March 11, Alesha Harwood and her children Logan, 2, and Callen, 7 months, brought a majority of the food collected at the Sauk Rapids Herald office in Sauk Rapids. Alesha said her husband, Matt, had the idea of participating in the drive.

(Below) Food accumulates at the Sauk Rapids Herald office March 31 in Sauk Rapids. A handful of community members stopped by to donate cash and food to the March food drive.

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Legion National Commander SAUK RAPIDS – The city of Sauk Rapids com- to speak in Royalton

Sauk Rapids compost site opens

post site opens Saturday, April 3.

The site is open 3-7 p.m. Mondays, noon to 7 p.m.

Wednesdays and 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Saturdays. It is closed on federal holidays.

Annual compost permits are $30 for first vehicle, $15 for an additional permit and $5 for a re-issued permit.

Compost site stickers or permits are available for purchase online or at the Sauk Rapids Government Center during normal business hours. The site is available to single family residences; permits will not be sold for duplexes or commercial and industrial uses.

The compost site is located at 3135 Quarry Road N.E., Sauk Rapids.

For more information, visit www.ci.sauk-rapids. mn.us.

Letter to the Editor

Mathews lags in response Jim Hovda, Rice

Jan. 20, 2021 Dear Sen. Mathews, One question. Whose dime pays for the total cost for the deployment of our Minnesota Army National Guard soldiers, transportation and assorted costs to Washington, D.C.? Minnesota or the federal government?

As far as I’m concerned, it should be the federal dollar. Or, the state of Virginia. I would appreciate a written reply.

Sincerely, James A. Hovda My letter to Sen. Mathews was fairly straight forward which I hope you will print. No answer yet. Not even a phone call. The good senator, at least for me, has a more than dismal record or answering this electors’ concerns. I can’t remember if I’ve ever received answers to my questions or concerns. I think he’s forgotten who put him in office.

ST. PAUL – American Legion National Commander James W. “Bill” Oxford is coming to Royalton and will speak on issues of importance to Minnesota veterans.

Oxford will visit American Legion Post 137 at noon Wednesday, April 7, for lunch. Post 137 is located at 103 N. Maple St., Royalton, and the public is invited to attend. Pandemic protocols will be in place.

Among the topics Oxford typically addresses are how to get post-9/11 veterans involved in veteran service organizations, American Legion Buddy Checks, suicide prevention, COVID-19 vaccines, VA health care for women veterans and a fundraiser called 100 Miles for Hope, a wellness program that raises funds for veterans and veteran families.

“We are honored to showcase National Commander Oxford throughout Minnesota,” said Mark Dvorak, American Legion Minnesota Commander. “The post9/11 veterans are our future, and the more we can do to inform them about what’s going on in the veteran community, the better.”

Benton County under burn restriction

ST. PAUL – Benton County is among 39 counties the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has imposed a burn restriction upon. Warm and dry weather has created prime conditions for wildfires, and the DNR will not issue burning permits for brush or yard waste in these counties until restrictions are lifted.

“Wildfire danger is especially high in April and May because we have dry conditions with no snow protection,” said Casey McCoy, DNR fire prevention supervisor. “Once the landscape greens up fire danger goes down, but until then, restrictions reduce the potential for wildfires.”

If people need to dispose of yard waste, McCoy recommends composting, chipping or taking brush to a collection site.

People who burn debris will be held financially responsible if their fire escapes and burns other property.

Surrounding counties – Stearns, Morrison, Mille Lacs, and Sherburne – are also under burn restrictions.

For information and daily updates on current fire risk and open burning restrictions, visit www.mndnr. gov/burnrestrictions.

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STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF STEARNS DISTRICT COURT SEVENTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT PROBATE DIVISION Court File No: 73-PR-21-1664

NOTICE OF AND ORDER FOR HEARING ON PETITION FOR FORMAL ADJUDICATION OF INTESTACY, DETERMINATION OF HEIRS, FORMAL APPOINTMENT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS

In Re: Estate of STANLEY E. MOELLER, Decedent.

It is Ordered and Notice is given that on April 23, 2021 at 8:45 a.m., a hearing will be held at the Stearns County Courthouse, 725 Courthouse Square, St. Cloud, MN on a Petition for the adjudication of intestacy and determination of Decedent’s heirs, and for the appointment of JOHN P. MOELLER, whose address is 1018 15TH STREET NORTH, SAINT CLOUD, MN 56303, as Personal Representative of the Decedent’s estate in an unsupervised administration.

Any objections to the Petition must be raised at

the hearing or filed with the Court prior to the hearing.

If the Petition is proper and no objections are filed or raised, the Personal Representative will be appointed with the full power to administer the Decedent’s estate, including the power to collect all assets; to pay all legal debts, claims, taxes, and expenses; to sell real and personal property; and to do all necessary acts for the Decedent’s estate.

Notice is further given that, subject to Minn. Stat. § 524.3-801, all creditors having claims against the Decedent’s estate are required to present the claims to the Personal Representative or to the Court within four (4) months after the date of this notice or the claims will be barred.

BY THE COURT Dated: March 15, 2021 /s/ William J. Cashman Judge of District Court Dated: March 15, 2021 /s/ George Lock Court Administrator LUND ROSS, P.A. Betsey Lund Ross MN# 0389061 15 6th Ave. N./P.O. 2386 Saint Cloud, MN 56302 Telephone: (320) 259-4070 Facsimile: (320) 317-0459 E-mail: betsey@lundrosslaw.com ATTORNEY FOR PETITIONER R-12-2B

WATAB PUBLIC MEETING NOTICE The Watab Township Board of Supervisors will conduct a Special Meeting Tuesday, April 13, 2021, at 5:00 pm at the Watab Township Hall.

Purpose: Board of Appeal and Equalization for the Watab Township 2021 Assessment Year Posted Tuesday, March 30, 2021 Kathy Sauer Watab Township Clerk R-13-1B

PROBATE NOTICE STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF STEARNS DISTRICT COURT SEVENTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT PROBATE DIVISION Court File No: 73-PR-21-1602

AMENDED NOTICE OF AND ORDER FOR HEARING ON PETITION FOR FORMAL ADJUDICATION OF INTESTACY, DETERMINATION OF HEIRS, FORMAL APPOINTMENT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS

In Re: Estate of DELETTA W. THEEDE, Decedent.

It is Ordered and Notice is given that on April 23, 2021 at 8:45 a.m., a hearing will be held at the Stearns County Courthouse, 725 Courthouse Square, St. Cloud, MN on a Petition for the adjudication of intestacy and determination of Decedent’s heirs, and for the appointment of ERIN N. CHEW, whose address is 1101 RIVERSIDE AVENUE SOUTH, SARTELL, MN 56377, as Personal Representative of the Decedent’s estate in an unsupervised administration.

Any objections to the Petition must be raised at

the hearing or filed with the Court prior to the hearing.

If the Petition is proper and no objections are filed or raised, the Personal Representative will be appointed with the full power to administer the Decedent’s estate, including the power to collect all assets; to pay all legal debts, claims, taxes, and expenses; to sell real and personal property; and to do all necessary acts for the Decedent’s estate.

Notice is further given that, subject to Minn. Stat. § 524.3-801, all creditors having claims against the Decedent’s estate are required to present the claims to the Personal Representative or to the Court within four (4) months after the date of this notice or the claims will be barred.

BY THE COURT Dated: 03-23-2021 /s/ William J. Cashman Judge of District Court Dated: 03-23-2021 /s/ George Lock Court Administrator LUND ROSS, P.A. Betsey Lund Ross MN# 0389061 15 6th Ave. N./P.O. 2386 Saint Cloud, MN 56302 Telephone: (320) 259-4070 Facsimile: (320) 317-0459 E-mail: betsey@lundrosslaw.com ATTORNEY FOR PETITIONER R-12-2B

DOCUMENT 04 ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS 2021 CSAH 1 Trail Improvements Sauk Rapids, Minnesota SEH No. SAUKR 150932 SP No. 191-090-002 Notice is hereby given that Online Bids will be received by the City Administrator until 11:00 a.m., Thursday, April 15, 2021, via QuestCDN for the furnishing of all labor and material for the construction of 2021 CSAH 1 Trail Improvements.

The bid opening will be held at City Hall located at 250 Summit Avenue North, Sauk Rapids, MN and will be conducted via GoToMeeting, at which time the Online Bids will be publicly opened and read aloud: Sauk Rapids CSAH 1 Trail Bid Letting Thursday, April 15, 2021 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM (CDT) Please join my meeting from your computer, tablet, or smartphone: https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/588508517 You can also dial in using your phone (for supported devices, tap a one-touch number below to join instantly): United States (Toll Free): 1 866 899 4679 - One-touch: tel:+18668994679,,588508517# United States: +1 (571) 317-3116 - One-touch: tel:+15713173116,,588508517# Access Code: 588-508-517 Any person monitoring the meeting remotely may be responsible for any documented costs. Message and data rates may apply.

Major quantities for the Work include: 0.4 ACRE Grubbing 25 TREE Grubbing 1,315 CU YD Common Excavation (P) 1,660 CU YD Muck Excavation 3,900 SQ YD Geotextile Fabric Type V 3,829 CU YD Select Granular Borrow (LV) 973 CU YD Aggregate Base (CV) Class 5 (P) 94 SQ YD Bituminous Patch Special 440 TON Type SP 9.5 Wearing Course Mixture (2,C) 144 LIN FT 18- to 51-Inch RC Pipe 310 SQ FT 6-Inch Concrete Walk 200 LIN FT Wire Fence Design 60V-9322 0.85 ACRE Residential Seeding 270 SQ FT Crosswalk Multi-Component The Bidding Documents may be seen at the Issuing Office of SEH located at 1200 25th Avenue South, P.O. Box 1717, St. Cloud, MN 56302-1717, 320.229.4300.

The Bidding Documents may be viewed for no cost at http://www.sehinc.com by selecting the Project Bid Information link at the bottom of the page and the View Plans option from the menu at the top of the selected project page.

Digital image copies of the Bidding Documents are available at http://www.sehinc.com for a fee of $30. These documents may be downloaded by selecting this project from the “Project Bid Information” link and by entering eBidDocTM Number 7684697 on the SEARCH PROJECTS page. For assistance and free membership registration, contact QuestCDN at 952.233.1632 or info@ questcdn.com.

For this project, bids will ONLY be received electronically. Contractors submitting an electronic bid will be charged an additional $30 at the time of bid submission via the online electronic bid service QuestCDN.com. To access the electronic Bid Worksheet, download the project document and click the online bidding button at the top of the advertisement. Prospective bidders must be on the plan holders list through Quest CDN for bids to be accepted.

Bids shall be completed according to the Bidding Requirements prepared by SEH dated March 9, 2021.

In addition to digital plans, paper copies of the Bidding Documents may be obtained from Docunet Corp. located at 2435 Xenium Lane North, Plymouth, MN 55441 (763.475.9600) for a fee of $100.

Bids will only be accepted from Contractors who purchase Bidding Documents as noted above.

Minimum wage rates to be paid by the Contractors have been predetermined and are subject to the Work Hours Act of 1962, P.L. 87-581 and implementing regulations.

notifies all bidders: in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Act), as amended and Title 49, Code of Federal Regulations, Subtitle A Part 21, Non-discrimination in Federallyassisted programs of the Department of Transportation, it will affirmatively assure that in any contract entered into pursuant to this advertisement, disadvantaged business enterprises will be afforded maximum opportunity to participate and/or to submit bids in response to this invitation, and will not be discriminated against on the grounds of race, color, disability, age, religion, sex or national origin in consideration for an award; in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 as amended, and Title 23, Code of Federal Regulations, Part 230 Subpart A-Equal Employment Opportunity on Federal and Federal-Aid Construction Contracts (including supportive services), it will affirmatively assure increased participation of minority groups and disadvantaged persons and women in all phases of the highway construction industry, and that on any project constructed pursuant to this advertisement equal employment opportunity will be provided to all persons without regard to their race, color, disability, age, religion, sex or national origin; in accordance with the Minnesota Human Rights Act, Minnesota Statute 363A.08 Unfair discriminatory Practices, it will affirmatively assure that on any project constructed pursuant to this advertisement equal employment opportunity will be offered to all persons without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, membership or activity in a local commission, disability, sexual orientation, or age; in accordance with the Minnesota Human Rights Act, Minnesota Statute 363A.36 Certificates of Compliance for Public Contracts, and 363A.37 Rules for Certificates of Compliance, it will assure that appropriate parties to any contract entered into pursuant to this advertisement possess valid Certificates of Compliance.

If you are not a current holder of a compliance certificate issued by the Minnesota Department of Human Rights and intend to bid on any job in this advertisement you must contact the Department of Human Rights immediately for assistance in obtaining a certificate.

The following notice from the Minnesota Department of Human Rights applies to all contractors: “It is hereby agreed between the parties that Minnesota Statute, section 363A.36 and Minnesota Rules, parts 5000.3400 to 5000.3600 are incorporated into any contract between these parties based on this specification or any modification of it. A copy of Minnesota Statute 363A.36 and Minnesota Rules, parts 5000.3400 to 5000.3600 is available upon request from the contracting agency.”

“It is hereby agreed between the parties that this agency will require affirmative action requirements be met by contractors in relation to Minnesota Statute 363A.36 and Minnesota Rules 5000.3600. Failure by a contractor to implement an affirmative action plan or make a good faith effort shall result in revocation of its certificate or revocation of the contract (Minnesota Statute 363A.36, Subd. 2 and 3).”

A minimum goal of 6.7 % Good Faith Effort to be subcontracted to Disadvantaged Business Enterprises.

Bid security in the amount of 5 percent of the Bid must accompany each Bid in accordance with the Instructions to Bidders. Bid security may be retained until the contract has been awarded and executed, but not longer than 60 calendar days from the date of opening bids. No bidder may withdraw their bid for a period of 60 calendar days after the bid opening.

A Contractor responding to these Bidding Documents must submit to the City/Owner a signed statement under oath by an owner or officer verifying compliance with each of the minimum criteria in Minnesota Statutes, section 16C.285, subdivision 3.

The Owner reserves the right to reject any and all Bids, to waive irregularities and informalities therein and to award the Contract in the best interests of the Owner.

Ross Olson City Administrator Sauk Rapids, Minnesota Publish: Sauk Rapids Herald: March 20 and April 3, 2021 QuestCDN: March 20, 2021 http://www.ci.saukREAD CAREFULLY THE WAGE SCALES AND DIVI- City of Sauk Rapids website: SION A OF THE SPECIAL PROVISIONS AS THEY AF- rapids.mn.us March 20, 2021 MnDOT website: March 20, 2021 FECT THIS/THESE PROJECT/PROJECTS R-11/13-2B The Minnesota Department of Transportation hereby

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Sauk Rapids man dies in late-night crash Man arrested after ST. CLOUD – A 91-year-old Sauk Rapids law enforcement interference

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FOLEY – A Sauk Rapids man was arrested afo Donald Eugene Pflipsen was pronounced ter interfering with law enforcement work March s dead at the Melrose Hospital after a rollover 3 22.

miles north of Freeport on County Road 11, ac-

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When he checked on the vehicle, Pflipsen was unresponsive.

Deputies arrived on scene to find a pickup truck on its roof and Pflipsen the lone occupant.

The truck appeared to have negotiated a sharp curve when it left the roadway and hit a field approach before becoming airborne and landing.

Freeport Fire and Rescue responded, extricated Pflipsen and began life-saving efforts. Pflipsen was transported to the Melrose Hospital by Melrose Ambulance Service.

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Benton County Board of Adjustment will conduct a public hearing on April 15th, 2021 in the Commissioner’s Room, Benton County Government Center, Foley, beginning at 7:00 p.m. to consider the following: s 1. 7:00 p.m.

Michael and Shanon Molitor requesting ta variance construct an addition onto a non-conforming house rthat is 70ft to the ordinary high water mark of the Mississippi River (100ft setback) in the R-3 Residential District. Pursuant tto Sections 7.14.5(C)(1) and 11.5.1. The affected property is described as follows: Auditors Subd. of A-B-C Acres, Lots 18 and 19, Section 16, Watab Township. The on-site inspection sof this property will be made at approximately 1:25 p.m. on tApril 15th, 2021. y*Effective immediately, the Benton County Board of Adjust6ment may conduct its regular, special or emergency meetings sby telephone or other electronic means, as permitted by MN Statutes §13D.021. Some or all Commission members may participate by telephone or other electronic means until furyther notice. At least one member of the Board of Adjustment dor the County Department of Development Director will be during meetings at the Board of Adjustment’s regular opresent meeting location, which is the County Board Room in Foley, hunless otherwise noted on meeting notices. Pursuant to MN Statutes §13D.021, Subdivision 3, the County will provide the 2means for persons to electronically monitor such meetings remotely.

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DOCUMENT 00 11 13 ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS Sealed bids will be received by INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT 47 s SAUK RAPIDS-RICE PUBLIC SCHOOLS r for 2021 Pavement Rehabilitation at Sauk Rapids-Rice hHigh School until 2:00 PM, April 13, 2021 at which time they will be publicly opened and read aloud. Bidders are invited to attend. Bids received after this time will be returned unlopened.

Bids shall be upon form provided in the Bidding Docud ments. Envelopes containing bids must be sealed and marked n“2021 Pavement Rehabilitation at Sauk Rapids-Rice High rSchool”, with the name and address of the bidder, and the date aand hour of the opening. Bids shall be delivered to: Independent School District 47 District Office Second Floor Door 2 1833 Osauka Road NE Sauk Rapids, MN 56379 The complete form shall be without alterations, additions, or erasures. All bids shall be on a lump sum basis. The Owner reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to waive any irregularities in bids.

Direct communications regarding this Project to Brent Boelter, Inspec, telephone 763-546-3434; bboelter@inspec. com Bidding Documents are available for a fee via digital download at www.questcdn.com or www.inspec.com. Contact QuestCDN.com at 952-233-1632 or info@questcdn.com for assistance in free membership registration, downloading, and working with this digital project information. Paper copies of Bidding Documents can be ordered by contacting Northstar Imaging Services, Inc., 651-686-0477, for a non-refundable fee plus shipping and handling. Plan Holders are parties that have downloaded the plans and specifications. Plan holders will be notified via email as addenda are issued.

Copies of the Bidding Documents will be on file and available for inspection at Inspec, 5801 Duluth Street, Golden Valley, Minnesota 55422.

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According to a criminal complaint filed in Benton County, the Department of Corrections had issued a warrant for Oltz and requested assistance on the 4600 block of Mink Loop Northwest in Sauk Rapids Township. An agent was doing a field search of a basement area where Oltz resided when two bags containing what was believed to be methamphetamine were found and placed atop a dresser.

Oltz ripped open one of the bags and poured water on it in efforts to destroy the substance, according to the complaint. The remaining substance, which weighed 2.4 grams, was field tested for methamphetamine and tested positive. A third bag, which had a green leafy substance and appeared to be marijuana, was also found.

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Police Activity Report March 22-29 Sauk Rapids Police Department March 22, 12:39 a.m. – While on stationary patrol on the 2000 block of West Highview Drive, a male approached an officer’s vehicle. He said he was confirming the vehicle was a police car parked in his neighborhood. He said he would be filing a formal complaint as he feels he is being harassed, and then, he walked away.

March 22, 7:50 p.m. – A St. Cloud restaurant reported they received a call from a resident who was delivered food. The resident told them he ate glass that was in the food. Upon law enforcement arrival, the resident told the officer he had called the restaurant for a refund because he found a small amount of glass in the food container, but he never ate the glass. Resident was confused as to why the restaurant would send the police as he only asked to have a manager call him for a refund.

No assistance was required. Officers were cleared.

March 26, 9:27 p.m. – Caller reported that juveniles were playing on the 2500 block of Ocarina Drive. One juvenile ran and was hiding in the caller’s driveway between vehicles. Caller requested the area be checked and the juveniles advised to stay off of the caller’s private property. Officer responded and did not find juveniles in the area.

Incidents: Warnings 19, suspicious activity reports 18, medical calls 17, miscellaneous calls 17, permits to purchase 13, assists 12, human services reports 11, driving complaints 9, fraud complaints 9, alarms 8, welfare checks 8, child calls 6, thefts 6, disturbances 5, DUIs/DWIs 4, parking complaints 4, unwanted persons 4, civil complaints 3, extra patrols 3, traffic stops 3, vehicles 3, warrants 3, animal complaints 2, contraband 2, controlled substance 2, fires 2, tows 2, traffic hazards 2 and violation of court orders 2.

Rice Police Department March 22, 12:36 p.m. – An all-terrain vehicle was located by an employee in the woods behind the CarCo scrapyard near 25th Avenue Northwest.

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Incidents: Assists 5, thefts 5, traffic stops 5, miscellaneous calls 4, record checks 2 and suspicious activity reports 2.

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With no divisional seeding to play for, it would have been easy for Granite City to take their foot off the pedal in their regular season finale against the Alexandria Blizzard.

However, the team wanted to go into the playoffs on a high note and did so with an exciting 6-3 triumph March 28 at Sports Arena East in Sauk Rapids.

“It was as good of an effort as we could have expected,” said D.J. Vold, associate head coach.

“We just wanted to put in a good effort and have a good feeling going into playoffs.”

Granite City’s dominance was not immediate.

Alexandria kicked off the scoring with a quick tally, as Austin McNeil snuck a puck past Lumberjacks goalie Josh Weyandt 2 minutes and 13 seconds into the contest.

Eventually, the Lumberjacks came alive behind the undeniablyimpressive play of Brett Reed, who collected a pair of unassisted goals four minutes apart to give Granite City the lead. After an eight-game pointless streak, Reed has now piled up nine points in his last 13 games.

“Brett is a good shooter, and we encourage him to shoot the puck a lot because we think we can get this result more often,” Vold said. “It was good to see him put the puck in the net.”

Kullan Daikawa continued Granite City’s first-period frenzy with his fourth goal of the season, assisted by

Hanson O’Leary and Carson Simon. It was an encouraging showing for the playoff-bound Lumberjacks, who outshot their fourth-seeded foes 14-7 in the opening period.

“I think getting scored on first woke us up, and from there, we started skating and did what we needed to do,” Vold said.

“It’s tough in a game that doesn’t necessarily mean anything, so we settled in and did our jobs.”

The game-winner came off the stick of Simon, who grabbed his own rebound off a breakaway attempt early in the third period and fired a shot off Blizzard goaltender Joey Greilich’s helmet into the net.

Bjorn Jorgenson helped put the game on ice with his first career NA3HL goal with 10 minutes remaining.

As a defenseman with playmaking skills, it was a much-needed breakthrough for Jorgenson.

“Everybody is excited to see Bjorn score, and frankly, it’s a long time coming,” Vold said. “I’m surprised it took him so long, but I’m happy to see him get it out of the way in the last regular season game.”

The Lumberjacks and the Willmar WarHawks began their NA3HL playoff appearances with a West Division showdown April 1, followed by

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“It’s something we’re definitely not taking for granted,” Vold said.

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Mrozek achieves longtime dream, becomes

of the summit, a figure skater must complete tests at every skill level along the way: pre-preliminary, preliminary, pre-juvenile, juvenile, intermediate, novice, junior and senior.

When approaching her Senior Moves test, Mrozek wanted to make sure her prowess looked effortless.

“With Senior Moves, a big focus is edge control and

SRR sophomore passed Senior Moves test March 5

BY EVAN MICHEALSON STAFF WRITER

ST. CLOUD – It was clear at just 3 years old that Sauk Rapids native Kella Mrozek belonged in figure skating.

The young daughter of former figure skater Crista Mrozek got an early start within the St. Cloud Figure Skating Club’s Learn to Skate program, quickly blooming into a talented area skater.

So, it was only a matter of time before Mrozek achieved seniority within the high school figure skating ranks. The Sauk Rapids-Rice High School sophomore became a U.S. Figure Skating Gold Medalist by passing her Senior Moves test March 5 in Fergus Falls.

“I was very proud of myself because that’s something you look up to as a skater,” she said. “To be able to achieve that really made me happy.”

The accomplishment puts Mrozek in rare air.

According to the U.S Figure Skating Association, less than 1,000 skaters pass their Senior Moves test, or roughly 1% of their members. It is a feat that is often attempted by aspiring figure skaters but rarely completed.

“Anyone who is a skater wants to be a gold medalist,” Mrozek said.

“Most skaters achieve that when they’re seniors, so it’s cool to achieve that as a sophomore.”

To become a relativelyyounger gold medalist than many, Mrozek opened herself up to many outlets for improved skating technique. Along with her participating in the St. Cloud Figure Skating Club, the high schooler joined the Bloomington Northernettes Synchronized Skating Team, a competitive skating program that competes nationally. With that large scope, Mrozek’s growth as a skater has received attention from Bloomington’s coaching staff, providing another perspective on her

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Kella Mrozek participates in a skating competition in February 2020 in Duluth. Mrozek, a sophomore at Sauk Rapids-Rice High School, passed her Senior Moves test March 5 to become a U.S Figure Skating Gold Medalist.

potential.

“It was really eyeopening because you learn a ton of techniques and get a ton of different coaching,” Mrozek said. “I think I’ve grown from getting that higher-level coaching.”

The awe-inspiring athlete also participates in ice shows, annual events that show off her skills in a theatrical environment.

While Mrozek enjoys training for a field test or carving out improvements on the ice, there is something entirely different and pleasant about gliding on the ice in tandem with music.

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ice and the music comes on, and it’s completely fun at that point,” she said.

“For most of the skaters, it’s their favorite time of the year, getting on your costumes and performing for your families. It’s just a really good experience.”

Mrozek recently appeared in the skating club’s presentation of “Ice School Musical,” put on March 27 at the Municipal Athletic Complex in St. Cloud.

Behind these additional avenues for expression and competition, Mrozek continued on a pathway toward her coveted gold medal. To reach the top

overall mastery of the moves,” she said. “They wanted it to look like it should be easy for you and have a lot of control with your body while doing so.”

The assessment challenges a skater to complete five moves while receiving a score ranging from a high of 3 and a low of -3. For Mrozek to pass her test, she needed to have a total score of zero or higher. She focused on doing the little things right and made sure her skating control and performance was controlled all the way through. When she left the ice for good, not knowing her results, she felt she had succeeded.

“I felt really good about my skate, but I didn’t want to let that go too far,” Mrozek said. “I was pretty confident in my skate compared to my other tests in the past.”

Now, with her gold medalist title in hand, Mrozek has her eyes on setting high benchmarks for herself.

She hopes to become a triple gold medalist by passing her Senior Freestyle and Senior Free Solo Dance tests, and she eventually hopes to join Team USA’s synchronized skating team. Those will be daunting tasks, but Mrozek, who practices under her own schedule, believes in her abilities.

“You have to be very organized and have a good schedule to keep up with it all,” she said. “It’s easy because skating is an individual sport; you can do it on your own terms.

How far you go is based on your own efforts.”

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Storm boys hockey Bueckers, Suggs seniors show strong bond lead top NCAA teams Minnesota is known as the state of hockey, but it has been consistently producing highend basketball talent for years now. This has never been more obvious than this March when the top remaining teams in the Final Four of both the womens and mens NCAA tournaments are led by freshmen stars from COLUMNIST Minnesota. Paige Bueckers SPORTS

BY ANDY THAYER has led the University of Connecticut Huskies to their 13th consecutive Final Four appearance, and Jalen Suggs has led the Gonzaga Bulldogs to their second ever Final Four appearance.

Bueckers had big shoes to fill when she stepped onto the scene in Storrs, Connecticut. The Huskies basketball program has been a juggernaut under head coach Geno Auriemma since the late ‘80s, and Bueckers was their most heralded recruit since WNBA star Breanna Stewart.

She has delivered the goods, averaging 19.8 points, 6.2 assists and 4.6 rebounds in the regular season while leading the Huskies to the No. 1 seed in the NCAA tournament and becoming the first freshman to ever be selected as the AP Player of the Year. In March Madness, she has taken her game to an even higher level, averaging 21.1 points, 4.7 assists and 5.6 rebounds in victories over High Point, Syracuse, Iowa and Baylor. I don’t know how else to put it – Paige Bueckers is awesome.

Suggs had a different set of expectations when he arrived in Spokane. The Zags have also been consistently successful and a perennial tournament team since the late ‘90s, but they’ve only made one Final Four and have never won a championship. As the highest-rated recruit in Gonzaga history, Suggs is looking to change that and finally get his program over the hump. In the regular season, he averaged 13.9 points, 5.5 rebounds and 4.5 assists and was feted with first-team all-conference honors. In the tournament, he’s also raised his game, averaging 14.5 points, 5.7 rebounds and 4.5 assists while the Zags have rolled to double-digit victories over Norfolk State, Oklahoma, Creighton and University of Southern California.

Growing up together in the Twin Cities metro area, Bueckers and Suggs are longtime friends. They met in elementary school, and their friendship grew on the sidelines during AAU tournaments and eventually as members of the USA Basketball teams. Bueckers became a national phenomenon at Hopkins, where she won three straight Minnesota Gatorade player of the year awards and was named the national player of the year as a senior, and Suggs was the Minnesota Gatorade player of the year in both football and basketball as a senior. Their paths have been intertwined for years now, and those roads have both led to the 2021 Final Four in Indianapolis.

There’s a realistic chance both Bueckers and Suggs will be cutting down nets in Lucas Oil Stadium as the best players for national champions in the next week.

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Mrozek from page 13 She continues to be actively engaged in the St. Cloud Figure Skating Club and even serves in a mentor role, teaching children the basics in the same Learn to Skate program she once attended herself.

“When I was younger, I picked up a lot of bad habits,” she said. “With coaching these little girls, I try and focus on making sure things are correct.”

Ensuring technique is correct is vital not just for Mrozek’s energetic students but also for a quickly-improving skater on a quest for greatness. As long as Mrozek keeps herself steady, the sky is the limit.

“It will take a lot of focus and dedication and perseverance, because you’re not always going to be able to land the jumps,” she said. “I’m just making sure I’m confident within myself to keep going.”

PHOTO BY NATASHA BARBER

The 2021 Sauk Rapids-Rice boys hockey seniors – Brandon Bokelman (front, from left), Aidan Smith, Grayson Kobluk, Calvin Comstock and Blake Merriman; (back, from left) Shjon Sertich, Riley Saukkola, Carter Kayser, Dylan Geiselhart and Landon Lunser – stand at Sports Arena East March 29 in Sauk Rapids.

Thirteen senior classmen dressed for the Storm this season. Not pictured are Tiernan Atteberry, Josiah Miller and Riley Weinand.

Longtime teammates made many positive memories

BY EVAN MICHEALSON | STAFF WRITER

SAUK RAPIDS – When the Sauk Rapids-Rice Storm boys hockey team fell to the Princeton Tigers in the first round of the Section 5A playoffs March 16, it was more than simply the end of their season; it was the longfeared conclusion of one of the strongest senior classes the program will ever see.

This year’s senior class consisted of 13: Brandon Bokelman, Landon Lunser, Riley Weinand, Grayson Kobluk, Calvin Comstock, Carter Kayser, Dylan Geiselhart, Blake Merriman, Aidan Smith, Tiernan Atteberry, Riley Saukkola, Shjon Sertich and Josiah Miller. And while they all had their different roles to play for the 2020-21 Storm team, they all had taken a similar path to reach this point, rising up through the Sauk Rapids Youth Hockey program.

“You look back on how long you’ve been playing hockey and the relationships you’ve built with the guys you skate with every day,” Bokelman said. “We put all of our blood and tears into it, and it doesn’t feel real that it’s over.”

For many of the team’s seniors, the start of their hockey journey arrived at the Mini-Mite level when they were 5 years old. Before they truly understood each other as teammates and friends, they joined the Sauk Rapids Youth Hockey program as classmates seeking a shared opportunity to play their favorite sport.

“I started playing at PeeWee in Sauk Rapids, and I asked my dad to play for Sauk Rapids because I went to school with everybody,” Kayser said.

By the time the collective

reached Squirts, most of the seniors were representing Sauk Rapids on the ice. It was at this level where they began to forge the bonds that would persist into their high school years, traveling to tournaments and playing floor hockey and video games at the hotels they stayed at.

Through these positive, chemistry-building moments in their travels and tribulations as a team, the guys built a camaraderie, helping them understand each other’s strengths and weaknesses as hockey players thereby improving team cohesion and success.

“We just really got used to being around each other and felt how everyone played together,” Weinand said.

This connection played a huge part in a pivotal moment in the boys’ lives, a Bantam B1 championship at the Walker Tournament in Walker. Coached by current Storm head coach Brady DeGagne in his first year within the Sauk Rapids Youth Hockey program, it was a special moment that showed what the players could do if they utilized their unique talents.

“We worked really well as a group that year, and Brady was the coach back then for our team, so that was fun too,” Lunser said. “We found a way to win those games and won the championship.”

While the Walker Tournament stands out as a goto memory in their minds, there are smaller, more sentimental moments that help sum up their fantastic fellowship, from meeting at Cayden Christensen’s house to play pond hockey to skating with the St. Cloud State

University mens hockey team.

Hockey truly served as a catalyst for life-changing events for the Storm seniors which makes the end of their final season all the more difficult.

“I’ll miss making new memories and being around them,” Comstock said. “Being around them is awesome. Just playing hockey, it’s fun.”

Whether it was practices, games or conversations at school or at a friend’s house, the senior class made such special memories through one important shared trait: their ability to be lighthearted while bringing a hard-to-match competitive edge every time they entered an arena.

“We worked hard in practices, but outside and inside of hockey, we were having fun and joking around while trying our hardest,” Merriman said.

While they all possessed this vital quality, the seniors brought their own distinct personalities to the table. Bokelman and Lunser were known as the disciplined, decisive leaders of the locker room, while Weinand and Kayser were instrumental in bringing humor to every team appearance.

And, of course, where would a hockey team be without their enforcer?

“When we were growing up, I was more of a body-first guy,” Geiselhart said. “I would go for the big hits.”

So, while the strong batch of seniors are coming to terms with the saddening nature of having played their last high school hockey game, the relationships they acquired from their longlasting hockey careers will not simply end. Far too much work has been put in for that to happen.

“It’s tough knowing we’re going to college next year, but spending all that time together, it helped us grow as people and we formed strong friendships that will last a lifetime,” Kobluk said.

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The Hillman native and 2009 Milaca High School graduate raises chickens on the family farm of her boyfriend, Aaron Zajac. Peterson also raises quail, small game birds that lay speckled eggs.

Peterson, who grew up five minutes down the road, was introduced to raising chickens last summer while she was temporarily laid off

from her full-time job as a hair stylist due to the coronavirus pandemic.

She and Zajac started with nine chickens and soon realized the hens were laying more eggs than they could use.

“They just piled up in the fridge so fast; we didn’t know what to do with them,” Peterson said. “You can only eat bacon and eggs for breakfast so many times a week.”

Not wanting the eggs to go to waste, Peterson decided to sell them.

Calling herself the Egg Lady, Peterson began selling eggs at the Milaca Farmers Market and Boutique.

Inspired by buffalo-plaid décor inside the couple’s fish house, she renamed her agribusiness The Plaid Chicken.

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The National Ag Statistics Service released 50.9 bushels per acre for soybean, both which the crop yield estimates for various crops from are up from 2019. The statewide estimate corn 2020. I like to look at these statistics every year yield was 192 bushels per acre and 49 bushels to give myself an idea of what the potential per acre for soybean in 2020. trends look like for yields in the area. NASS When looking at the yield data from the past also has last year’s estimated yields for a vari10 years, it is clear there is variation in yields ety of other crops including barley and wheat if from year to year for both crops. While weather there is interest in those crops. is usually the most significant yield factor, the Last year looked good throughout the trieffect of best management practices cannot be county area. Early planting helped push yields excluded from this calculation. These practices University of higher throughout the region. Temperatures include nutrient management, weed control, and rainfall seemed to be timely and appropri- MN Extension irrigation, improved drainage, tillage manageate throughout the season. We did see some by Nathan Drewitz ment and proper hybrid selection, among other issues with sudden death syndrome and soypractices, that help get the most out of improved bean cyst nematodes in soybean, and spider mites were crop genetics. It is also important to remember that while reported throughout the southern sections of Stearns and higher yields usually mean greater returns, keep yield exBenton counties. However, despite these issues, yields for pectations realistic. As always, consider what inputs your both corn and soybean were up across the board. money is going toward and the probability of seeing a 2020 estimated corn yield for Benton County was 187.1 good return on investment. bushels per acre which is up from 2019. Soybean yield in All the yield data can be found by doing an internet Benton County was 51.7 bushels per acre, up from the search for “Minnesota Ag Statistics County Estimates” last estimated value in 2018. For Stearns County, corn and looking for the link to the NASS website. If you have yield was estimated at 187.3 bushels per acre, and soy- questions on the above information, contact me at ndrebean yield was estimated at 50.3 bushels per acre in 2020. witz@umn.edu or 608-515-4414.

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Peterson’s operation has grown to 26 chickens, including a rooster named Blue who lives with nine hens in a coop inside Zajac’s cattle barn.

She has nine quail in another coop behind their house. Housed with the rest of the chickens, they can see one another but are separated by wire.

Peterson is back working full-time in a salon in Coon Rapids, but chicken chores continue to be part of her daily routine.

“It’s an interesting lifestyle, and I’ve learned a lot in the past y e a r

and a half,” said Peterson, who grew up in the country but not with farm animals.

From the nine hens that are currently laying eggs, she has been picking two to three dozen eggs each week. By summer, she hopes to collect several more. Last summer, she collected 15 dozen eggs every one to two weeks.

Reminiscent of candy-coated malted milk balls at Easter, Peterson’s quail eggs are cream-colored with darkbrown spots and speckles splashed all over the shells.

“They’re very pretty,” Peterson said of quail eggs, which are about three times smaller than a chicken egg.

Though small, the quail eggs are shaped the same and taste the same as their counterpart.

When cooking with quail eggs, Peterson said you need three quail eggs for every one chicken egg you would typically use.

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(Above) Ashley Peterson picks an egg from the coop at The Plaid Chicken in rural Hillman March 31. Peterson raises chickens and quail on the family farm of her boyfriend, Aaron Zajac. (Inset) Quail eggs, collected by Ashley Peterson of Hillman, fill an ice cream pail. Creamcolored with dark-brown spots and speckles splashed all over the shells, they look vastly different from Peterson’s brown chicken eggs.

Peterson’s quail lay just as many or more eggs as her chickens.

She originally had more than 100 quail but has since downsized.

“They laid a lot of eggs,” Peterson said.

Considering they are a game bird, quail are fairly tame, Peterson said. Quail are considered full-grown at 6 weeks and can begin laying eggs at 8 weeks,

(Left) Ashley Peterson holds a chick March 31 that recently hatched at The Plaid Chicken in rural Hillman. More chicks are expected to hatch soon.

compared to about 24 weeks for chickens.

Peterson raises Coturnix quail, which are more calm than other breeds, she said. Between the size of a songbird and a crow, they have mottled brown, white and gray feathers and are the preferred breed for farmers and homesteaders looking to raise quail for eggs or meat.

Quail’s alternative to poultry enticed Peterson to raise them and sell their

eggs as a niche offering at the farmers market. She was also used to eating quail eggs. Asian cuisine, one of her favorites, is frequently made with quail eggs, she said.

The busy laying season for both chickens and quail is between May and August when there is more sunshine.

“They like their light,” Peters o n said.

The b i r d s lay the least eggs between October and early March. When the chickens and quail are on what Peterson calls winter lay-egging strike, she gets to work on other products. The Plaid Chicken also produces maple syrup, apple butter, quilts and throw blankets.

Peterson enjoys being outside and interacting with the livestock. A few of the chick- ens have

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Blue the Rooster has slate blue feathers. Turkey is a chicken with sharplydefined barred black and white feathers. Brownie is another chicken named for its color. Cream-colored and Rhode Island Red chickens also make their home on the farm.

“We have a good barnyard mix,” Peterson said.

Two of Peterson’s chickens were raised by a family with children and vie for her attention.

“When you walk into the coop, they’ll come up to you and wait for you to pet them,” she said.

She has two new chicks and soon to be more. With the hens and roosters having such vast color differences, she is looking forward to seeing what the chicks’ colors will be.

Peterson will return to the Milaca Farmers Market and Boutique with her eggs May 27.

(Right) Blue rules the roost with his slate blue plumage at The Plaid Chicken March 31 in rural Hillman. He lives with nine hens in Peterson’s chicken coop.

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PRINCETON – They say if you love what you do, you do not work a day in your life.

That can be said for two men who have worked within the dairy industry for most of their lifetimes.

Not the same career but aligned career paths brought dairyman Richard Reiman and milk truck driver Jim Skogquist together in a working relationship – and eventual friendship – that has held steadfast through the years.

“Richard was on my first milk route of 18 dairy farms when I started hauling milk in March 1980,” Skogquist said.

“He is the only one left on my original route.”

Reiman took over the family farm near Princeton in 1978. The dairy includes a 50-cow tiestall barn and cropland. Reiman previously milked in a step-up parlor for a few years when his cow numbers grew to 75. Today, Reiman’s daughter, Kristen, and her husband, Thomas Duden, own the farm as the fourth generation.

Reiman continues to work on the farm, milking 40 cows and completing daily chores.

In 1980, Skogquist was just steps away from beginning his own career as a dairy farmer.

Skogquist later withdrew his farm loan application. Weeks later he found himself with his own milk route, hauling milk for Cloverleaf in Minneapolis.

“One thing led to another,” Skogquist said.

“I like dairy farming. I grew up with it, and by hauling, I was able to be around it.”

That was also the year Skogquist began his every other day milk pick up at the Reiman dairy farm.

With common interests in dairying and farming, Skogquist and Reiman quickly developed a lasting relationship.

“It’s like when you meet someone and you find out what type of person he is, I knew Jim

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Richard Reiman (left) and Jim Skogquist visit in the milkhouse March 4 at the Reiman family’s dairy near Princeton. Reiman milks 40 cows now owned by his daughter, Kristen, and her husband, Thomas Duden.

morning.”

At 8:30 a.m., Skogquist backs his semitrailer into the quartermile long driveway.

While the milk is loaded onto the truck, the two men catch up for a few minutes in the milkhouse.

“I’ve enjoyed a lot of different conversations with farmers over the yea s, Skogquist said. years,” dif “All different subjects. I have an interest in farmi easy for me to ing so it’s Jim Skogquist (left) and wit them.” talk with Richard Reiman stand tand A 63, Skogquist At together at the Reiman man con continues filling in family’s dairy March 4 near ar fo for drivers three Princeton. Reiman wass “The relationship d days a week. The on Skogquist’s original s schedule works worked. We found milk route when he well for him to began hauling milk 41 something in enjoy time off years ago. but also continue common, and d doing something we often worked h enjoys. he together.” was the type of person “I’m going to you want to be around,”” kee keep doing it for a - Richard Reiman Reiman said. while yet,” Skogquist Skogquist was surrsaid. “I don’t know how prised one day shortly ly long bu but as long as my after starting hauling hhealth l h iis good. I would Reiman’s milk that they sold his milk truck and miss it if I didn’t.” shared a connection. began a construction At 67, Reiman, Skogquist attended the company. At the same too, intends to continue same 4-H group as Rei- time, Reiman transi- farming for as long as he man’s wife, Margaret. tioned to producing or- is able.

He had not seen her ganic milk requiring a “They say don’t do since they were 14 years different milk hauler. anything different when But in 2012, Sk- you retire,” Reiman said. old.

“I saw her at the ogquist found himself “It’s easy for me to say farm one day and I was filling in for the local as I have something I kind of shocked to see milk hauler and once can keep doing as long her,” Skogquist said. “I again began visiting the as my daughter needs stopped and reminisced Reiman farm every other me to milk cows and my day. with her.” knees keep working.”

“I went back to sellIn 1995, Skogquist Long, enjoyable camoved to the Princeton ing conventional milk reers have carried both area where he purchased and Jim happened to be Reiman and Skogquist cropland and raises corn hauling milk in the area through many ups and and soybeans. Farming for First District,” Rei- downs in life – all while in the same area brought man said. building a lasting friendSkogquist was ship with each other. him and Reiman even closer through sharing pleased to once again be Although neither equipment and helping stopping at the Reimans’ Reiman nor Skogquist each other with farming farm. plan to retire soon, they “It just happened both know they will tasks.

“The relationship that I was hauling for keep in touch even withworked,” Reiman said. First District and Rich- out the visit in the milk“We found something in ard’s neighbor was sell- house. common, and we often ing to First District too,” Skogquist said. “Richard worked together.”

In 2001, Skogquist is my first stop in the

ST. PAUL – The Minnesota Department of Agriculture is urging all Minnesota produce farmers to fill out the 2021 Grower Questionnaire. Produce farmers are asked to complete the questionnaire annually to determine how the federal Food Safety Modernization Act Produce Safety Rule applies to their operation and what steps they must take to comply with safety regulations which are based on several factors including sales outlets and volume.

By completing the questionnaire, farmers receive official notice from the MDA Produce Safety Program regarding their farm’s requirements, as well as get information about trainings and general on-farm produce safety. While participation in this questionnaire is voluntary, farmers who opt out will be contacted by the MDA to determine the farm’s regulatory status under the Produce Safety Rule.

Data collected from the annual questionnaire provides the MDA with a more accurate assessment of Minnesota’s expanding produce farming sector including the number of farms and annual sales. This information also assists the MDA in developing resources to meet the needs of produce farmers.

Data collected from approximately one third of the state’s estimated total number of produce farms has verified that Minnesota has at least 80,000 acres dedicated to produce production, at least $39,000,000 in annual produce sales and more than 1,600 produce growers.

The privacy of questionnaire respondents is safeguarded; farm contact and location information are classified as private or nonpublic data.

The 2021 MDA Grower Questionnaire is available online at www.surveymonkey.com/r/producesafety.

Farmers can contact the MDA Produce Safety Program at 651-539-3648 or email producesafety. mda@state.mn.us for more information.

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