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Good Saying goodbye to over Shepherd confirms 100 years’ experience first case of Sauk Rapids-Rice retires teaching staff COVID-19

BY ANNA HINKEMEYER STAFF WRITER

BY NATASHA BARBER STAFF WRITER

SAUK RAPIDS – Good Shepherd Community has one confirmed case of COVID-19 in its nursing home.

The announcement, made shortly before noon April 29 via social media, confirms the first known case of COVID-19 in a Benton County congregate care setting. Benton County has 10 confirmed cases of COVID-19 as of Wednesday.

“We truly are doing everything in our power and ability to keep this out of our building and stop the spread now that we do have a confirmed case with a resident in the facility,” Michael Stordahl said.

Stordahl is the president and CEO of Good Shepherd Community. He confirmed the positive case is a nursing home resident; no other details can be provided in order to protect patient privacy.

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SAUK RAPIDS – When teachers retire from everyday life in the classroom, the transition can often be bittersweet.

For three teachers who will retire from the Sauk Rapids-Rice School District this spring, the transition will have more obstacles as distance learning puts a damper on traditional goodbyes.

“Saying goodbye to all the people I work with is going to be hard because it’s like a big family, and saying goodbye to the kids you have built relationships with will be hard too,” said Lyrae Ganz, a science teacher at Sauk Rapids-Rice High School.

“I have thought a lot about how I won’t get to see my colleagues or students in person, and it makes me teary-eyed. It doesn’t feel like this should be the way it gets wrapped up.”

Ganz, Ann Bemboom and Heidi Baltes will retire from the district after having served more than 30 years each.

Ganz will have worked in the science department at Sauk Rapids-Rice for 34 years when she finishes her career at the end of this school year. She started with the district in the fall of

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Walz extends stay-at-home by additional two weeks

Order effective through May 18

BY NATASHA BARBER & JAKOB KOUNKEL STAFF WRITER

SAUK RAPIDS – Minnesotans will be hunkering down for another two weeks.

Gov. Tim Walz announced emergency executive order 2048 April 30 which will extend

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1986 after graduating from St. Cloud State University. She hopes to continue to be involved in adult education as she moves into retirement.

Ganz’s proudest accomplishment is teaching a course that allows students to pair with healthcare professionals in the community. Ganz taught the course for 18 years.

“That has definitely been the highlight of my career,” Ganz said. “I love seeing our high school students experience healthcare in the real world, and how our kids can apply what they have learned in high school to a career path they may want to explore.”

In addition to Ganz, Bemboom’s retirement will leave a vacancy at the high school.

Bemboom taught health and physical education classes for 38 years. Bemboom said she enjoys the dedicated district staff, but the best part of her job is working with the kids and teaching them things she is passionate about. She looks forward to free time in retirement, and she said the transition will be sad and exciting at the same time.

“There will be a lot of fun things coming my way that I will get to do, and new things I get to try,” Bemboom said. “It will be

fabulous when it gets here.”

Baltes retires with 36 years of experience at Sauk RapidsRice. When Baltes started, she and her husband had moved from the Brainerd area. In her earliest days of teaching, she worked at Rapids View, which is where Great River Federal Credit Union is now located.

She transitioned to Pleasantview Elementary School after four years and has been at Mississippi Heights Elementary School for the past 10. Throughout her time, Baltes has taught classes of kindergarten through second grade, with the majority of her career spent with second graders.

“I have jumped around a little bit, but I love the little kids,” Baltes said. “They are so fun, and their comments are so hilarious. I’m always laughing with them.”

Baltes is eager to see what retirement holds for her. Her husband retired in May 2019, and her older siblings have retired as well. Baltes will welcome her first grandchild in May and will spend more time with her mom. She also hopes to travel with her husband, siblings and in-laws.

the stay-at-home order to May 18. The original extension was set to end Monday, May 4.

Although Walz insists state residents work from home as much as possible and only conduct essential business and travel, the governor did make a move to reopen some businesses.

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Beginning Monday, all retailers will have the opportunity to open for curbside pick-up and delivery sales once they create a plan to safely conduct business. The plan is required upon request but state officials will not be reviewing documentation unless complaints are made. “(We are) putting 30,000 Minnesotans back to work,” Walz said. “This is a big move;

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this is a move that not a lot of states have taken.”

Retailers are to utilize online software for transactions and people purchasing products are to remain in their vehicles if parking allows.

Minnesota is working to loosen restrictions even as the metrics of infections and deaths continue to rise.

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Stordahl said Good Shepherd is in contact with the Minnesota Department of Health and is following its preliminary protocol as it awaits assignment of a MDH case manager.

“Our priority is the health and safety of our residents and staff, and we are doing everything we can to stop the spread of this virus within our campus,” the facility said in a press release. “We have enacted our COVID-19 emergency response plan with heightened infection control protocols. We are working in partnership with the Minnesota Department of Health and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to ensure we are taking appropriate steps. Our staff and residents are following recommended preventative actions and quarantine protocols, we have prohibited visitors other than those providing essential health care services and extreme end of life compassionate situations, and will have no activities outside of resident rooms until the virus has been eradicated.”

According to the press release, upon notification of the confirmed positive case, Good Shepherd implemented a detailed action plan which includes key components such as: - Closing its building to all visitors for everyone’s safety. Good Shepherd encourages people to communicate with residents by phone or video chat, if possible, and the facility’s team is in communication with families on an ongoing basis.

- Implementing enhanced infection control and disinfecting measures as per MDH and CDC. - Monitoring and screening residents for signs of illness.

- Continuing to screen staff prior to beginning work. Staff are not allowed in the building if they are ill. Screening includes temperature taking and screening questions. Any staff who exhibit symptoms are instructed to self-quarantine at home, receive appropriate medical care and follow protocol for returning to work.

- Canceling all social activities outside of resident rooms, following quarantine advice from the CDC. “We immediately informed residents, families and staff,” the release said. “We will also provide regular updates to family members on news, emerging issues, or additional changes in the status of our operations via many communication channels. Public updates are provided via our Good Shepherd website and Facebook page.”

Stordahl said the MDH is directing Good Shepherd staff as to its next steps regarding testing of residents and employees. He said his facility has been preparing for the onset of COVID-19 since the beginning of March and is following its action plan.

The release thanked its staff who are, “working tirelessly to ensure a clean, safe environment for all who live and work here.”

Additionally, Stordahl said Good Shepherd is thankful for the community support they have received during the pandemic.

“I’m just very grateful to the community for everything they have done to support us, and all the families in particular who have been there to give their words of encouragement and also many of them continue to try to find masks from different companies and sewing masks – just doing everything they can (for our team).

That part of this has been nice to see. Despite everything going on, we definitely know we are not in this alone. There are a lot of people trying to help out.”

As more information develops, Good Shepherd will continue to update the public, Stordahl said.

Teachers from front Sauk Rapids-Rice School District Teaching Retirees – Dave Anderson, STEPS/Alternative Learning School – Heidi Baltes, Mississippi Heights Elementary School – Ann Bemboom, Sauk Rapids-Rice High School – Lyrae Ganz, Sauk Rapids-Rice High School – Virginia Jenson, Pleasantview Elementary School – Pete Robinet, Pleasantview Elementary School * Names provided by the district. Other district staff retirees will be recognized at a later date.

Even though goodbyes will not be filled with physical presence but rather emails and virtual interaction, the emotions of the final days will be the same.

“It’s not the way I expected it to end,” Ganz said.

“It’s not the way any of us expected it to end, but it’ll be OK.”

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Teacher APPRECIATION Week What teachers have been mentors in your life?

My favorite teacher growing up was Mr. Vogel. I graduated from Moose Lake High School many moons ago. He showed up every day for students and made kids who were otherwise marginalized, felt excluded or simply struggled with the daily grind of high school feel heard, important and loved. As a teacher myself now, I try to treat my own students with the same kindness and respect that he showed me.

My daughter attends Rice Elementary School, and I cannot thank the teachers (that includes all staff) for showing her that love and kindness that I feel lucky enough to have experienced. Thank you for showing up every day for her – even if it is from your homes.

– Beth Neigum, of Rice.

Mr. (Tom) Isaacson taught me to never give up and always believe in myself. After graduating

from Sauk Rapids-Rice High School in 1997, I went right into the work force for about seven years. When I thought back to what he told me, I decided to change course, and I enrolled in college and excelled. The confidence he gave me to believe in myself no matter what life might throw my way has allowed me to never Neil Maidl give up.

– Neil Maidl, of Rice.

Mentors in my life would be, Ms. Ari, Mr. Pakkala and Mr. Hiedeman. Ms. Ari is not a teacher, but she is a paraprofessional. The past couple months I have been enjoying the time I spend with her. She has been one of my new older-people friends.

Moving on to Mr.

Pakkala. He is my home room and math teacher.

He is great at teaching step by step. He will always take time to explain things. I will always remember Mr. Pakkala because he was my last teacher to celebrate being on the PATH wall.

Mr. Hiedeman is important to me because he is always keeping me on track whenever we are in class. He calls me out, I get embarrassed, and it brings me back to focus in class.

What I will take to the middle school from Ms. Ari is her high expectations of me. From Mr. Pakkala, I will take to the middle school the way he lets me be silly but also makes me ready to learn. And lastly, Mr. Hiedeman helped me to come to class prepared and always makes sure we know what to do for the next class.

I am proud to be a student at Pleasantview. I have had amazing teach-

ers and am lucky to be a student there.

– Chloe Rowe, fifth grade student at Pleasantview Elementary School.

“Brad Rohlfs has been a mentor for me from the time I was in fourth grade. Over the course of my schooling at Sauk Rapids-Rice, I had him for various classes six times as he was moved around the district. After graduation, through college and beyond, Brad continues to keep in touch and offer advice and a great big hug any time I need it. I even invited him to my wedding. Brad is one of those teachers who genuinely cares for his students and makes every effort to develop a personal relationship with them. Brad, thank you. Your influence and advice have helped shape the person I am today and the career path I am on.”

– Anna Hinkemeyer, of St. Augusta.

What message would you like to send to our teachers during this distance learning period?

“Hi, Mrs. Douvier!

You are the best teacher in the whole entire world.

I miss you so much, and I miss all my friends. I also miss Ms. Rask in gym and art and music with Ms. Aspen. Bye, Mrs. Douvier, I miss you!

– Brandon Quade, kindergarten student at Rice Elementary School with Ms. T i n a Brandon D o u v i e r . Quade Brandon describes his favorite teacher as awesome, girl, fun, amazing, funny, good teacher, smart and helper.

“Hello, Mrs. Johnson! I miss you so much!

I will be so happy to finally get back into the class next year. Hopefully I will get to see you a ton. Thank you for being the best teacher ever!”

– Ryan Quade, third grade student at Rice Elementary School with Ms. Melissa Johnson. Ryan describes his favorite teacher as friendly, hap-

py, funny, goofy, strict, helpful and best teacher ever. The best advice he has Ryan Quade received from a teacher is to pay attention and try his best.

“We would like to recognize Mrs. Christiansen and Mrs. Popp for the work they do with our first grade student, Trentin Guches.

We have had four kids who have had Mrs. Christiansen. She is so supportive and encouraging and has been all year long. Through the distance learning period, she always sends Trentin responses on his work with positive remarks and words about how he is doing. We are so thankful for the help and time she has put into him.

Mrs. Popp, who is one of Trentin’s special education teachers, has helped Trentin so much.

She is always positive and upbeat while doing her distance learning, and she gives advice and tips

on how to get Trentin to engage or re-engage his work.

Trentin has struggled with going to school; he has put up a fight, but he enjoys his distance learning and gets excited to sit down and hear from Mrs. Christiansen and Mrs. Popp every day.”

– The Guches family, of Rice. The Guches family said the best advice they have received from a teacher is to be flexible, to not overwhelm, but to remind that the work does not go away until it is finished.

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Good Shepherd alters routine aduring h -pandemic

BY ANNA HINKEMEYER STAFF WRITER

s e n SAUK RAPIDS – Asliving facilities are esisted often active communities -with daily congregate din,ing, activities and visitors. sHowever, over the last seveeral weeks, the COVID-19 epandemic has changed life ,as the residents know it.

- “Everyone is all nerovous and scared,” said Mirchael Stordahl, president gand CEO of Good Shepnherd Community in Sauk -Rapids. “We are a couple eweeks into having no visiytors, and everyone has to deat in their own rooms at -all times.”

- Staff at the facil,ity has improvised to give eresidents a sense of todgetherness despite social -distancing requirements.

ITechnology tablets and two-way radios have ac-commodated traditional bingo and trivia. Doors to rooms are left open so numbers and questions can be announced. The devices have also been used for leisurely conversation.

“We know this is a difficult time for our resi.dents,” Stordahl said. “Our residents are confined to their rooms. ... We are rworking to be as resourceful and accommodating as we can through all of this.”

Staff environment has adjusted as well. A COVID-19 screening area was added in March, and all staff are required to wear masks and other personal protective equipment.

The facility is adding face shields where applicable.

In a time where voluntteers are no longer allowed ein the buildings, Stordahl said they are still giving time and energy. Many thave donated fabric, masks land other supplies.

“Even though they haven’t been able to come in, they are really stepping up in a big way,” Stordahl said. “They are helping move us in the direction of getting back to life as we know it.”

Amidst the pandemic, residents endured an Easter alone when many are used to families visiting and celebrating. Staff provided iPads for residents to FaceTime with their families, the chaplain visited with residents, and Holy Week services were broadcast on the facility’s private televi-

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Stordahl said it helped the residents connect in ways they are used to.

“I don’t think my wife and I have ever had an Easter alone, where we don’t go somewhere or have someone over,” Stordahl said. “Knowing what our Easter was like, I cannot imagine how our residents

were feeling. It was nice we could provide some things for them like church and video calls.”

Now that Good Shepherd has seen its first confirmed case of COVID-19, what little activities expected to be adapted have ceased. Stordahl and the community is gearing up for more possible cases

throughout the coming weeks.

“Our staff, residents and families are greatly appreciated through these tough times,” Stordahl said. “We really appreciate them and how understanding everyone is. We will continue to fight this as best as we can.”

Walz from front

As of April 30, positive Minnesota cases of COVID-19 exceeded 5,000. The number of deaths reached 343, with 83% of those fatalities in people over age 70. As testing has increased, so have confirmed cases.

To date, there have been over 70,000 tests across the state, with Minnesota reaching its highest daily amount of 3,279 tests reported Thursday.

Walz said intensive care unit and hospital capacity is staying relatively static, which is what the stay-at-home order is meant to do.

The loosened restrictions on retailers include household goods rentals, maintenance services and pet grooming, for example. Salons and barbershops can open for retail sales but will not be allowed to offer services. The state is also allowing some elective surgeries.

“Thank you to all the retailers out there,” Walz said. “Your sacrifice has saved lives. Your sacrifice has saved us.”

In the same breath that he thanked Minnesota retailers for their sacrifice, Walz asked Minnesotans to continue with safe practices until it is safe to move forward further.

“I’m going to ask you, Minnesotans, continue what you’re doing in the social distancing,” Walz said. “Even if there were not a stay-at-home order, that is the thing to do because that is the surest way to get beyond this and get things back to the way we want them to be. I’m asking you to help these businesses by doing the things like social distancing and the masks when they open up.”

Students continue to learn from home Gerdes family, Seaman reflect on experience

BY ANNA HINKEMEYER STAFF WRITER

SAUK RAPIDS – The Sauk Rapids-Rice School District buildings are vacant, with teachers, students and families adapting to distance learning over the last month.

The current situation will be the extended reality as Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz, through emergency executive order 20-41, issued an extension of distance learning through the remainder of the 2019-20 school year April 23.

“It amazes me how quickly we were able to adjust to a completely new learning environment,” said Aaron Sinclair, Sauk Rapids-Rice superintendent. “We would rather have students in school, but we are really appreciative of families and their flexibility.”

For the Gerdes family of Sauk Rapids, distance learning has had its difficulties. Motivation, accountability and the social aspects that normally come with going to school are lacking. Payton Gerdes is a freshman at Sauk Rapids-Rice High School and often is working on schoolwork through the entire duration of the day, even until 5 p.m. some days.

“I haven’t been motivated to do my work like I am at school,” Payton said.

“I haven’t been tested, but I know I have learning disabilities, so it is hard to stay on task at home.”

Payton’s younger brother, Christian Gerdes, is in sixth grade at Sauk Rapids-Rice Middle School. He is in agreement on wanting to go back to class.

“I would rather be at school, but it is easier to finish the year with distance learning,” Christian said. “This doesn’t feel like school. Most days I am done with my work by noon, and I cannot see my friends or teachers. It was a bigger deal for me going to school. I had to get up at 5 a.m. and get myself into the mindset of going to school. Now, I get up

whenever, and it’s way different.”

As part of the planning for the remainder of the year in a distance learning setup, Walz set aside May 1 and May 4 as non-instructional days for students and teachers.

Each district has their own parameters on what to do during those days. Sinclair said there will be some staff planning, including where teachers will meet with those for the next grade level to discuss how to properly prepare their students, and teachers will also pack up their classrooms.

Teachers across the district will also use the days as a touchpoint to talk with students and families about where things are at and what could be done differently through dis-

tance learning.

Landry Seaman is a senior and will be finishing out his final year away from the school setting.

“I don’t think anyone would have thought this would be the way our senior year would end,” Seaman said. “I had my moments where I was sad about not being able to go back, but I have accepted this is just part of the journey.”

Seaman said he has enjoyed the lesser time spent on schoolwork, which allows him to work and play golf more, but like many other students, he struggles with motivation and not being in class.

Seaman likes the flexibility with turn-in dates for assignments but dislikes how some classes require students to meet at a set time

over Zoom.

“I like that it takes less time, but I would much rather be in school and seeing my friends,” Seaman said.

As the district phases out the 2019-20 school year, Sinclair remains confident the teachers, students, families and community are giving their best. He also sees things being integrated into normal classroom instruction as the schools come together in the fall.

“We have realized the significant power of relationships through all of this which is a powerful thing,” Sinclair said. “I think we will be utilizing Schoology and Seesaw in ways we haven’t before, especially after using it in the online nature of connecting like we have been.”

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Voigt’s to take over busing contract

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Mass of Christian Burial will be at a later date for Loretta M. Plafcan, age 95, of Sauk Rapids, who died April 25, 2020, at Country Manor Campus in Sartell. The Rev. Ralph Zimmerman officiated at the graveside service April 30 at Sacred Heart Cemetery in Sauk Rapids. Arrangements have been entrusted to Williams Dingmann Family Funeral Home, Sauk Rapids.

Loretta was born May 3, 1924, in Holdingford to Joseph and Frances (Hennek) Sowada. She grew up in Opole and attended Our Lady of Mount Carmel Roman Catholic School and Holdingford High

Negotiations expected to wrap up within a week

BY ANNA HINKEMEYER | STAFF WRITER

SAUK RAPIDS – The Sauk Rapids-Rice School District will likely have a new bus company for the 2020-21 school year. Voigt’s Bus Companies, of St. Augusta, is negotiating a contract with the district.

The district solicited bids for its two-year bus contract and received bids from Voigt’s and Metropolitan Transportation Network, the district’s current provider. Bids were discussed at the April 27 Sauk Rapids-Rice School Board meeting.

“Voigt’s came in significantly lower than MTN,” said Andi Johnson, director of business services for the district. “Voigt’s has a 7.56% increase in year one and 2.91% in year two. With still being in negotiations, we anticipate that to come down a little bit.”

MTN’s bid had a 19.67% increase in year one and 1.65% in year two.

SRR’s total budget for transportation in 201920 is $2,009,484, and the district is budgeting an increase of roughly $150,000 or 7.52%.

Board members approved the relationship with Voigt’s and details of the contract continue to be solidified.

In other school board news: - Superintendent Aaron Sinclair said the district and its staff are continuing to work through distance learning as it continues until the end of the 2019-20 school year. Staff are brainstorming ideas for things such as virtual field trips and graduation commencement as well as how to collect materials from students.

- Megan Dingmann and Whitney Weisz were approved to assume the role as co-head coaches of the SRRHS girls swim and dive program. Both have served as assistant coaches in previous seasons.

There will be a private family burial at the Minnesota State Veterans Cemetery near Little Falls for Violet R. Lutz, age 87, who passed away Feb. 12, 2020, at The Glenn Memory Care in Buffalo. Arrangements have been entrusted to Williams Dingmann Family Funeral Home, Sauk Rapids.

Violet was born March 27, 1932, in St. Cloud to Leo and Rose (Gerads) Muellner. She married Roman Lutz Jan. 15, 1948, at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Waite Park. Together they enjoyed 71 years of

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Today, as always, God has placed his we do is for our created purpose, which is servants where they can be a help to others. to glorify God. Not advance ourselves in Social media is filled with uplifting stories someone else’s eyes. Not to be bragged during isolation. Possibly, some of us are about by someone else or to gain more compelled to keep our boots on the ground followers. But to simply love others out and are blessing others, but now no one can of the overflow of our love for God. That see it. Unquestionably, the Lord sees it all. act gives us the opportunity to share the A plague of COVID-19 is underway, reason we have hope with them. We ripand what is being made known is it is not en the atmosphere for the Holy Spirit to the kind of plague we should be the most work. Let the Holy Spirit work. Do not LIFE BY FAITH concerned about. force it. But be ready if and when someOswald Chambers wrote, “We have to BY MERCY NYGAARD one asks, “What’s different about you?” get rid of the plague of the spirit of the reJuggling work, kids and the kids’ ligious age in which we live. In our Lord’s life there school work is no cake walk. The struggle is reality. was none of the press and rush of tremendous activ- Those who have a peace about it, however, are those ity that we regard so highly, and the disciple is to be who were already spending time at Jesus’ feet, ripenas his master. The central thing about the kingdom of ing the environment at home for the Holy Spirit to Jesus Christ is a personal relationship to himself not work. They have been blessing their family in secret public usefulness to men.” and in the trenches. God will prepare his people who Once we were out and about at our daily jobs, have already gone through something similar to this, our fitness groups, Bible studies, book clubs, happy so they can be nourishment for others who are not hour, networking meetings and more. There, we quite there yet. might show glimpses of what was either happening Could you imagine if everyone was in the exact at home or boast about our latest and greatest act of same place of confusion, inner turmoil and need at kindness. We either were so busy with the systems of the same time? If some are stronger during this time, the world of practical work, in which endless energy use your strength to serve your brothers and sisters in and activities were insisted upon, or we were show- Christ instead of using your strength to please youring off our paying-it-forwards in conversation. Now self. that we are less in public, we may be longing to show I read this on Enduring Word’s Bible commenthe world the good things we are doing, especially tary by Pastor David Guzik: Be ready to preach durfor extroverts. ing only two seasons of the year, in season and out Do not be disheartened when you see someone’s of season. When you are in season, you can edify the praise on social media. You may not have a hanker- body’s weaker parts, and when you are out of season, ing to post about something good you did, and you the other stronger parts of the body can edify you as may not have a spouse or friend that publicizes for you continue to preach the word of God to yourself. you, but that is not why we do anything heartily for Always be prepared. If you were blindsided by the Lord. We love God so much, we bless others. COVID’s ripple effect, praise God he has redirected When we spend time at Jesus’ feet, it becomes al- your steps closer to him because he is always calling most as natural as breathing and your right hand has us to him. Sometimes it takes a whammy for us to no idea what your left hand is doing. obey it. Do not hesitate to reach out to believers for A friend came to my house and blessed our fam- prayer who were prepared for this time just as Joily with clothes for my son. There was not one wit- seph’s family was blessed by God’s prepared servant, ness there but God himself. I know this small act was Joseph, for the famine. God has placed his servants giant in God’s eyes. I believe things of this nature are where he needs them to lift others up for his glory. I happening all over the world, and I want to encour- find that, not intimidating but rather extremely reasage you to keep your eyes on Jesus.

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Cancer has not stopped; neither have we

Elaine and Jerry Bauerly, of Sauk Rapids This is for all the 2020 high school, college and university graduates who will not get to experience the memorable events that are present in the final year of their educational journey.

Thank you for learning online, missing your friends, prom, graduation ceremonies, sporting events and so many more activities.

We salute you, and thank you for your grit to make this happen.

During this time of isolation, it has been an excellent time to develop one’s inner self. We have a unique opportunity to learn who we are and what unique strengths and talents we possess. I am so inspired by those of you who have learned how to cook, knit, sew and make masks for those who need them. Others have kept busy by painting their room, learning new family board and card games, working around the house, and through many other ways. I recommend watching an inspirational movie. (A couple of suggestions are “The Blind Side” and “Invictus.”)

I am thankful for all of your sacrifices, hard work and willingness to step-up to make a difference. It is crucial to remember that what divides us pales in comparison to what unites us. We are all united in this unprecedented time.

Standing together yet 6 feet apart, please know how very proud we are of you for helping all people stay healthy.

Kim Orn, St. Cloud As the COVID-19 crisis grows larger every day, cancer patients – many of whom already have compromised immune systems – are more vulnerable than ever. We at the American Cancer Society want to ensure that cancer patients, their caregivers and loved ones know we are here for them during this difficult time.

Information is a critically important resource. We are continually updating our website with the latest information and guidance for cancer patients from our public health experts. Visit https://www.cancer. org/coronavirus to learn more, or call us 24/7 at 800227-2345. We are also available via live chat at the website and will be adding video-conferencing in the near future.

Our 24-hour helpline and live chat are also great options for emotional support during this time of challenging isolation. In addition, our Reach to Recovery program provides peer support for breast cancer patients and is now 100% phone-based, and our virtual support groups include the Cancer Survivors Network and Springboard Beyond Cancer.

Through our advocacy affiliate, ACS CAN, we are fighting for cancer patients by advocating for policies that will help ease the increased burden created by the pandemic. ACS CAN is also fighting for continued relief for the nonprofit sector.

This is just the beginning of our COVID-19 response efforts. Cancer has not stopped and neither will we.

To learn more, visit https://www.fightcancer.org or https://www.cancer.org.

Test positive for faith Pat Fouquette, Sauk Rapids Make sure you test positive for faith, keep distance from doubt and isolate from fear. Trust in God through it all.

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Tender, cold hardy plants There are annual flowers often started from seed indoors that are tolerant of cold and frost and can be planted outdoors now.

Pansies are well known for surviving short-term cold periods. However, there are other plants that GREEN & GROWING are also less likely to be IN BENTON COUNTY damaged by short periods BY LINDA G. TENNESON of 20 degrees or so. Or, they may look semi-damaged after a frost but return to full growth a few days later. Some varieties of petunia, nicotiana, calendula, Victoria sage, ornamental cabbage, kale, snapdragon, sweet alyssum, dusty miller and verbena canadensis have these same cold resistant qualities. These plants can be planted before the average frost-free date which is the middle of May for this area.

Other plants are often categorized as half-hardy meaning they can withstand a 40-degree nighttime temperature for a short period but not a frost. These include upright verbenas, aster, ageratum, gazania, geranium and lobelia. Plants that should not be planted outdoors until the last frost has passed include begonia, coleus, vinca, salvia, zinnia and impatiens. These plants need both warm air and soil in order to grow.

Gardeners may also notice tiny annual plants growing where seeds have dropped from the previous year’s plants. These plants may germinate but not grow much until both the soil and air are warm enough.

Some parts of a flower garden may be what is termed a micro-climate, meaning it is protected from the wind or air movement which causes that area to be a bit warmer than more exposed areas. Planting beds that are on the south side of a building or a fence will receive some wind and temperature protection. Cold air flows downhill and when it reaches a barrier will hop over so to speak, leaving the plants close to the other side of the barrier undamaged. Plants may also be protected with a fabric cover suspended over them at night if a frost or freezing temperature is forecast between now and the end of the month. These covers should be supported by a frame of wire or something similar so the covering does not actually touch the plants. The cover is fastened to the ground with weights or earth staples to hold warmer daytime air close to the plants. These covers should be made of fabric or other material that does not cool quickly as plastic does. A covering that easily conducts cold can damage the leaves or branches that it touches. Inventors have come up with other ideas such as plastic water-filled tubes that surround the plant and use the sun-warmed water to heat the plant at night. Cold frames that sit on the ground with glass covers that are raised in the daytime and closed at night are another protection method. Items used to protect plants at night should be removed in the morning to prevent the plants from being overheated in the daytime. My favorite method is to put the tender plants in pots and keep the pots in a wagon. The wagon goes into the garage at night and is rolled into the sun in the morning.

Gardeners may also have perennial plants such as hollyhocks, dianthus, daylilies and iris that begin growing early in the season but remain close to the ground until temperatures have risen.

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

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Editor’s note: The Sauk Rapids-Rice High School varsity girls golf team did not have any senior athletes this season.

With the spring season canceled for high school athletics, Sauk Rapids-Rice boys golf head coach John Gans is among many feeling the impact of empty greens and the lack of being together as a team.

Gans is in his second year with boys golf and was eager to see new faces on the high school roster.

“We had 17 new participants signed up for the high school team,” Gans said. “I feel sad for the players to lose an opportunity to play a great sport with their friends every day after school. Many of the guys coming out this year did not have much competitive experience, but they were excited to try something new.”

Junior Grayson Kobluk and sophomore Caleb Euteneuer were among the returners Gans was hoping to see good things from, both with at least two seasons of experience on the course. However, Gans has encouraged his players to practice their swing and putting at home with various drills. Since Gov. Tim Walz signed executive order 20-38 April 17, area golf courses are open, and Gans is urging players to get time on the course.

The team is graduating five seniors – Alec Anderson, Brayden Kotcho, Charlie Rucks, Nick Schmitt and Landry Seaman. Anderson and Seaman were set to have their first season with the team.

“I’m devastated for the athletes that look forward all year to golfing with their friends in the spring,” Gans said. “It is truly a missed opportunity to bond with teammates and play a game they enjoy.”

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Thank your district staff this week

Thank you, Sauk Rapids-Rice teachknew this; we have always known this. ers, staff and administration for your imIndividuals serving in these roles are esportant work. Monday, May 4 through sential because each and every day, colFriday, May 8 is officially Teacher Aplectively and collaboratively, they work to preciation Week, but Sauk Rapids-Rice shape the future: our students.

Public Schools would like to use this It is no secret that it takes special special week as an opportunity to honor, people to teach, mentor and affect the lives reflect and celebrate the impact all disof children. Sauk Rapids-Rice staff, at evtrict staff have on the lives of students ery level, have stepped into new or differand thank them for their work.

SUPERINTENDENT’S ent roles to serve our students, families School district staff make a differand the community since Walz’s executive CORNER ence every day. Their work and impact order.

BY AARON SINCLAIR extends far beyond the boundaries of the – Teachers are teaching remotely, rebuilding or classroom. Our teachers, administration cording lessons, meeting in small and large groups and support staff provide inspiration, motivation and with students via Zoom, and remotely meeting with support to Sauk Rapids-Rice students each and every and providing support to parents and students indiday. vidually when needed.

The 2019-20 school year started much the same – Paraprofessionals are providing childcare to esas years past. There was the excitement of the first day sential workers, riding along with district transportaof school, warm fall days, academic and extracurricu- tion to drop off meals, school work and devices, and lar activities at all levels, homecoming, conferences, providing support to students and families in need.

Thanksgiving, concerts, winter break and the 100th – Food service staff are preparing meals each day day of school. The energy and dynamics of personal for neighborhood delivery and grab-and-go stations. instruction and class collaboration was both routine – Office staff and administration are preparing and inspiring. Students and staff worked together to plans and communications and are ensuring students, learn, grow academically and personally, and support staff and parents have their needs met. each other.

– Custodial and buildings and grounds staff are The culmination of the 2019-20 school year has cleaning, sanitizing and performing maintenance ducertainly been interesting and a lesson in adaptation ties inside and outside all district buildings each day. for all. The COVID-19 virus, federal recommenda– Transportation staff are providing transportations and state executive stay-at-home orders, social tion to and from school-age childcare sites for childistance and restricted gathering have changed the dren of essential workers and completing neighborway we as individuals, parents, students, business hood meal and supply deliveries each day. owners, employees, community members and legisSauk Rapids-Rice staff prepares students to be lators interact and conduct our day to day lives. life ready and productive citizens in their school and We were reminded by Gov. Walz’s executive community. Please take a moment this week to say order March 15 that school district employees – thank you for their care, support and guidance as well teachers, paraprofessionals, custodial, food service, as their vision and enthusiasm for providing for our administrative assistant, buildings and grounds and students’ futures. transportation staff – are all essential workers. We

More COVID-10 testing results in more positive cases ST. CLOUD – The ability to test more COVID-19 symptomatic patients has significantly increased the number of positive tests now reported by the Minnesota Department of Health. While these numbers continue to grow, Stearns County Public Health, CentraCare Health and MDH have prepared for the increase and are responding.

“We have seen a growing number of positive cases with hotspots in some of our communities,” said Jan Midas, public information manager for Stearns County.

Stearns County Public Health and CentraCare ask that residents call CentraCare Connect 320-200-3200 if they have symptoms. This service is available 24/7.

Efficient and timely testing of patients is critical for isolation, diagnosis and treatment.

The organizations strongly encourage the community to continue to follow Gov. Tim Walz’s executive order to stay at home. This will help lower the spread and flatten the curve, Midas said.

Anyone with symptoms including fever, cough, difficulty breathing, chills, muscle pain, headache, sore

throat and new loss of taste or smell should contact CentraCare Connect at 320-200-3200.

Other questions can be answered by the StearnsBenton County hotline at 1-877-782-5683.

CentraCare offers curbside collection for patients with appointments ST. CLOUD – Due to an increase in available testing, CentraCare and Carris Health facilities will once again be able to offer curbside collection for COVID-19 testing. Appointments are required and must be scheduled through CentraCare Connect by calling 320-200-3200 or through a CentraCare eClinic visit. Both services are available 24/7. Anyone without an appointment will not be tested.

All patients must be screened to determine if they are a candidate for COVID-19 testing. High risk groups defined by the Minnesota Department of Health will remain a priority for testing. Testing is not available to those without symptoms of respiratory illness. Once it is determined if someone meets the criteria for testing, the patient will be directed to the most convenient curbside collection location.

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Sauk Rapids Police Department activity April 20 1536 hrs: Officers were dispatched for a branch blocking the roadway on the 900 block of 15th Street Northeast. Officers moved the branch mostly off the roadway and advised public works to address the issue.

April 21 1343 hrs: Officers assisted Benton County Sheriff’s Office deputies with a rolling domestic near the intersection of 15th Street and 35th Avenue. Officers arrived on scene and advised to clear the call shortly thereafter.

April 24 0430 hrs: Officers located a male running around Sauk Rapids-Rice Middle School who said he had been running in the area for many years with his dog. Officers advised him to stay on sidewalks and public roads.

Incidents: 23 suspicious activity reports, 23 various calls, 19 assists, 13 medical calls, 7 traffic stops, 7 thefts, 6 child, 6 property, 6 permits, 5 alarms, 5 criminal damage to property, 5 disturbances, 3 civil, 3 police proactive visits, 2 accidents, 2 missing persons, 2 traffic hazards, 2 fires, 2 driving, 2 animals and 2 dumping.

Rice Police Department activity April 26 2022 hrs: Officers received a complaint from First Avenue Northeast for an unwanted ex-boyfriend. Officers said they would patrol the area, but advised the female to call if he showed up.

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A parade of his own Sauk Rapids police, fire drive by in celebration

BY ANNA HINKEMEYER | STAFF WRITER

SAUK RAPIDS – Ron Castellano thought he would ring in his 88th birthday quietly with a celebration with his family at home.

Instead, many of his friends and neighbors gathered in his yard to sing and wish him happy birthday. The celebration was complete with cupcakes and a parade from Sauk Rapids police officers and firefighters in a short drive-by.

“I thought I would just slide into it,” Castellano said.

“I couldn’t believe it. The neighbors are something else.

I never expected anything, and it was tear-jerking. This is far from the quiet birthday I expected.”

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Public input sought on county park FOLEY – Benton County seeks the public’s input on a master plan for Bend in the River Park in Watab Township. Residents can weigh in at https:// www.surveymonkey.com/r/GRPC2020.

Benton County has partnered with Stearns County as they complete a master plan for the Mississippi River Park across the river from Bend in the River Park.

Central zone spring load restrictions lifted ST. PAUL – The Minnesota Department of Transportation ended spring load restrictions in the central frost zone May 4. Spring load restrictions have already ended in the metro, southeast and south frost zones.

Full-summer overweight permits become available two to three weeks after spring load restrictions are lifted.

For current information, go to MnDOT’s automated 24-hour message center at 800-723-6543. This information is also published on the MnDOT seasonal load limits website at https://www.mndot.gov/ loadlimits.

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Ron Castellano stands in his yard with a homemade birthday sign from a neighbor April 23 in Sauk Rapids. Castellano was honored with a neighborhood gathering and a police and fire drive-by for his 88th birthday.

Sauk Rapids students named to Northland College dean’s list ASHLAND, Wis. – Sauk Rapids residents Gabi Schmit and Stephanie Wright were named to the winter term dean’s list at Northland College in Ashland.

The students earned a grade point average of 3.5 or higher to be eligible for the honor.

WHAT’S HAPPENING

Following executive orders from Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz and President Trump’s advice to limit gatherings to 10 people or less, almost all area public events have been canceled for the time being.

Please consult with individual organizations regarding event cancellations and postponements.

Monday, May 4, 6 p.m. – Rice City Council Meeting. Meeting will take place by Zoom. Contact city clerk, Julie Fandel, at 320-393-2280 for a teleconference invitation.

Neighbors and family gather around Ron Castellano April 22 in Sauk Rapids. Castellano turned 88 and was celebrated by his neighborhood.

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CITY OF SAUK RAPIDS NOTICE OF FILING FOR THE 2020 STATE PRIMARY ELECTION Notice is hereby given that a Municipal Primary Election will be held in the City of Sauk Rapids, Benton County, on Tuesday, August 11, 2020 for the purpose of electing candidates for the offices listed below. The filing period for these offices begins at 8:00 AM on Tuesday, May 19, 2020 until 5:00 PM on Tuesday, June 2, 2020.

CITY OFFICES One (1) Mayoral Seat-Elected at Large-Four (4) Year Terms Two (2) City Council Seats – Elected at Large – Four (4) Year Terms Filing of Affidavits of Candidacy for City Offices shall be at the City Clerk’s Office, Sauk Rapids Government Center-City Hall, 250 Summit Ave N, Sauk Rapids, Minnesota, 56379 from 8:00 AM on Tuesday, May 19, 2020 until 5:00 PM on Tuesday, June 2, 2020.

The polling places for the City’s precincts are: 1. The polling place for the 1st Precinct voters is the Sauk Rapids Government Center, 250 Summit Avenue North; 2. The polling place for the 2nd Precinct voters is the Community Arts Center (CAC) at Sauk Rapids-Rice Middle School, 901 1st Street South; *Voters were previously assigned to Mississippi Heights Elementary School 3. The polling place for the 3rd Precinct voters is the Discovery Church, 700 18th Street North West; *Voters were previously assigned to Pleasantview Elementary School 4. The polling place for the 4th Precinct voters is the Riverside Church, 1702 West Highview Drive; 5. The polling place of the 5th Precinct voters is the Sauk Rapids Government Center, 250 Summit Avenue North; 6. The polling place of the 6th Precinct is a mail ballot precinct until further notice R-18/20-1B NOTICE RELATING TO GENERAL OBLIGATION FACILITIES MAINTENANCE BONDS, SERIES 2020B OF INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 47 (SAUK RAPIDS-RICE), MINNESOTA NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Independent School District No. 47 (Sauk Rapids-Rice), Minnesota (the District) intends to issue its General Obligation Facilities Maintenance Bonds, Series 2020B (the Bonds) the approximate principal amount of $5,760,000, pursuant to Minnesota Statutes, Section 123B.595, subdivision 5. The proceeds of the Bonds will be used to finance parking lot projects and various deferred maintenance projects (collectively, the Projects), as described in the District’s ten-year facility plan (the Facility Plan). A copy of the Facility Plan will be on file with the District and available for public inspection at the District offices during regular business hours. The total amount of outstanding indebtedness of the District as of April 1, 2020 is $61,265,000.

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BY ANDY THAYER The first round could not have played son, but if he can return to the form that out better for the Vikings. Because of the made him a first-team All-Mountain West early run on offensive linemen and reaches by teams Conference pick after both his sophomore and junior like Atlanta, Las Vegas and Philadelphia, highly ranked seasons, the Vikings just got a guy who is going to wide receiver Justin Jefferson fell to the Vikings at pick create some big holes for Dalvin Cook and Alexander 22. In Louisiana State University’s college football Mattison. Some pre-draft rankings had a first-round playoff game against Oklahoma last season, Jefferson’s grade on Cleveland, and the Vikings may have gotten a game-breaking talent was on full display. He caught 14 steal here at pick 56. passes for 227 yards in that game, including four first In the third round, the Vikings took cornerback half touchdowns that buried the Sooners and turned the Cameron Dantzler out of Mississippi State, who batgame into a blowout. He is a smooth runner with good tled injuries this year but projects to be a physical corhands who attacks the ball at the high point, and he ner who excels in press coverage. In the fourth round, immediately replaces Stefon Diggs as the Vikings’ sec- the Vikings picked defensive end D.J. Wonnum out of ond receiving option alongside Adam Thielen. Forget South Carolina (athletic player with a huge frame who about first round wide receiver flameouts like Laquon was team captain), defensive tackle James Lynch out Treadwell, Cordarrelle Patterson and Troy Williamson of Baylor (strong interior player who can help replace – Justin Jefferson is the real deal.

Linval Joseph) and linebacker Troy Dye from Oregon The Vikings also had the 25th pick in the first (a rangy player who flows well to the ball and is caround, but because of how the draft was unfolding, they pable in pass coverage in third down situations). knew they could still get one of their top targets later Later picks included cornerback Harrison Hand out in the round. The Vikings traded back to pick 31 and of Temple, wide receiver K.J. Osborn out of Miami, extracted additional late-round capital from San Fran- offensive tackle Blake Brandel out of Oregon State, cisco (picks 117 and 176), who wanted to move up to safety Josh Metellus out of Michigan, defensive end draft a wide receiver of their own. With that 31st pick, Kenny Willekes out of Michigan State, quarterback the Vikings took Texas Christian University cornerback Nate Stanley out of Iowa, safety Brain Cole II out of Jeff Gladney. Gladney is a twitchy defender who led Mississippi State and guard Kyle Hinton out of Washcollege football in contested targets over the past two burn University. seasons. He is not a huge guy, but he has the ferocity The Vikings added a ton of talent last week, and and demeanor required to tackle in the open field, and the draft experts seem to unanimously approve of their the quickness and fluidity required to defend receivers extensive haul. We will not truly know how well the Viin the slot. After all the free agent departures this off- kings drafted until we see these players on the gridiron, season, Gladney has an opportunity to be a starter from but, on paper, it seems like they received good value day one. for their selections and addressed their biggest needs.

In the second round, the Vikings selected offensive Rick Spielman needed to ace this draft to save his job tackle Ezra Cleveland from Boise State. Cleveland is and ensure his team would remain competitive in the an athletic lineman that has shown the ability to get out future, and he may have pulled it off.

FOLEY – The Benton County Department of Development completely reworked its development code over the last year to align better with the county’s 2040 comprehensive plan, effectively repealing and replacing the previous code.

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County staff and private consultants started reviewing the previous development code after the county board adopted the 2040 Benton County Comprehensive Plan in early June 2019. The code made its rounds, passing through workshops, the planning commission and five public hearings before the planning commission unanimously recommended approval of the new code to the county board.

The board of commissioners approved the plan at its April 21 meeting.

“We wanted to make more specific changes to meet the larger vision, so that’s what we did,” said Roxanne Achman, Benton County Department of Development director.

“The purpose of the update was to bring it up to date with the comp plan.”

The changes made to the new 435-page development code were mostly organizational and cleaned up redundancies and in-

adequate definitions, but changes also included the subdivision process, Achman said. She said it was an opportunity to address known issues and inconsistencies and to adjust for changes in state statute.

The county included additions to certain sections, such as agricultural tourism and rural event venues.

“The biggest change is that it was rearranged and reformatted,” Achman said.

Achman said the changes that might affect the most amount of people – although she conceded that there may not be a section that majorly impacts any specific population – are reduced setbacks from accessory structures for septic tanks and drain fields and an increase of 80 square feet to structures requiring building permits. Building permits are now required for structures that are 200 square feet or more.

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Chairperson Julie Johnson said it was a necessary change because the previous ordinance was outdated. She said the new ordinance is more fitting for modern life when developing land. She also said the township is excited about the change because it does not have jurisdiction over the development code and it was running into problems.

“From a township perspective, we don’t do zoning,” Johnson said.

“That’s county-level stuff, and we’re happy they did that.”

The Watab Township Board may have to slightly alter its already-established subdivision ordinance to ensure it does not conflict with the county’s new development ordinance, but Johnson said it would be a simple process.

Achman said Watab Township is likely the only township that may have to make changes in its code.

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SRRHS student council earns national recognition SAUK RAPIDS – The Sauk Rapids-Rice High School student council has been recognized as a 2020 National Gold Council of Excellence Award by the National Student Council.

This is the sixth consecutive year SRRHS student council has received this award. The honor is bestowed upon student councils for an exemplary record of leadership, service and activities that serve to improve the school and community.

“Receiving a National Gold Council of Excellence Award reflects the highest dedication on the part of the school to providing a strong, wellrounded student council program,” said Nara Lee, National Association of

Secondary School Principals Director of Student Leadership. “NatStuCo applauds the work of the National Gold Councils of Excellence and challenges them to continue their leadership and service to their schools and communities.”

Principal Karl Nohner congratulated the SRRHS student leadership group and their advisors, Trisha Bemboom and Cory Zimpel.

“What an incredible streak of recognition and much thanks to Ms. Bemboom, Mr. Zimpel and our students for their leadership,” Nohner said.

“The students involved in Sauk Rapids-Rice High School student council lead for the benefit of all in our school. They are a driving force for many amazing things which bring a great sense of pride and culture present at Sauk Rapids-Rice High School.”

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Anna Lucas will swim at Missouri State University in Springfield, Missouri.

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Ben Gilbertson will wrestle at St. John’s University in Collegeville, Kobe Lee will play basketball at Hamline University in St. Paul, and Chloe Stockinger will take the ice to compete in hockey at Augsburg University in Minneapolis.

Derek Durant will play baseball at St. John’s University in Collegeville while Maddie Fuls will play softball for Concordia College in Moorhead.

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Teams separated, fields empty

Fuls, Schroeder react to cancellation of spring season

BY ANNA HINKEMEYER STAFF WRITER

SAUK RAPIDS – The COVID-19 pandemic has continued to keep businesses closed, employees furloughed and

the world on pause. The differences include area schools. Like others, the Sauk Rapids-Rice School District has adapted to distance learning, but one group is feeling the effects of the pandemic in a significant way.

When Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz signed executive order 20-41 April 23, it not only meant the school district would continue distance learning through the end of the school year but it also signified the cancellation of the spring athletic season.

“With the news, events getting canceled and numbers increasing every day for COVID-19, it led me to personally expect we would probably not have a spring season,” said NaDean Schroeder, SRRHS activities director.

“My heart hurts knowing they, especially the seniors, won’t have the adventure they deserve and have worked toward to cap off their high school experience.”

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Maddie Fuls is saddened knowing she will pete not be able to compete all on the Storm softball field again. Fuls is a senior and will continue her softball career at Concordia College in Moorhead.

“I feel I won’t bee uls ready for college,” Fuls said. “I didn’t havee this ecomseason to continue becomr, and ing a stronger player, that’s hard.”

Fuls came offf her junior season with a .37 batting average and stellar pitching statistics – a 5.204 ERA in 76.2 innings and 64 strikeouts.

Missing out on her senior season with her coaches and teammates is the most difficult aspect for Fuls.

“I won’t get to be with those girls again,” Fuls said. “A part of me was wishing the season would continue. I have talked

“Our community, district and families are tough and will persevere through this situation.”

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to my coaches and thanked them. They told me other players will always benefit from me on the team, and this meant a lot because I felt I made a difference in the program.”

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The game against St. Cloud last year when we beat them 10-9 with a few minutes left.

I played a lot of defense during that game, and it was one of the best defensive games I have had.

How have you been practicing or defining your skill sets since school has been out? I have been playing catch with my friends and doing a lot of wall ball.

What has been the hardest part about the season being canceled? Being a senior and knowing I will not ever get another season. I never knew it was my last time playing lacrosse last year at our last game.

How do you prepare in the minutes leading up to performance? I jam out to music with my teammates, and we do a prayer together.

What is your favorite Storm tradition?

Singing the school song after a win.

What other activities are you involved in at school? Tennis, gymnastics, Minnesota Honor Society, leadership team, student council, LINK and yearbook.

How do you make a difference at school?

I stay positive, and I am always kind to everyone even if I do not know them well.

Which teacher has impacted your education most? Cory Zimpel. I know I can always go to him for advice about anything in life, and he always knows how to make me laugh on my bad days.

What is the best advice you have ever received? Take in every moment because you never know when it will be your last.

What is your favorite meal, movie, social media and song? Spaghetti, “I Still Believe,” Snapchat and any song by Kane Brown.

fo fees for athletic spring athletics be were refunded at the beginning of April April.

“We felt at that time it would be better for families to have that money returned to them if they should need it for other purposes,” Schroeder said. “Had we come back, we would have adjusted the registration based on the MSHSL’s return to play and would have prorated a rate to those who would have chosen to participate.”

MSHSL plans to run fall and winter activities as normal, but depending on the pandemic, that may change in the future.

For now, Sauk Rapids-Rice plans to offer optional workouts online by the strength and conditioning coach.

As students continue distance learning and athletes keep in shape on their own, the fields remain empty and teams remain apart. But Schroeder is certain the outcome will be better than before.

“The Storm will return stronger when we get back together,” Schroeder said. “Our community, district and families are tough and will persevere through this situation.”

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Help available for farmers’ mental health

The Business of Farming

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Farming is a tough business, and with the novel coronavirus spreading through rural areas, stress is at an all time high. Spring planting is demanding enough, but this year, farmers are putting a crop in the ground with no idea what state the world will be in when it is time to harvest. What will be the financial impact? And, will the pandemic threaten their ability to hang onto the land, animals and resources needed to keep farming?

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Jon Hansmeier levels a field April 30 southeast of Foley. Hansmeier finished planting soybean Thursday and will have all his crops in the ground in early May.

A season worth remembering Crop farmers get a break in the weather after several wet springs

BY NATASHA BARBER STAFF WRITER

FOLEY – April 19, 2012, is a date that sticks out in Jon Hansmeier’s memory. It was the last time he planted crops in April.

That changed this spring, and the Foley farmer is adding another date to his list: April 30.

Hansmeier, who plants 640 acres of mostly corn and soybean southeast of Foley, finished planting his beans Thursday. His first date sowing seed corn this

season was April 22. With a small amount of corn yet to be planted, Hansmeier expects to have all his crops in the ground by next week.

“It’s really nice; a huge improvement over last year,” said Hansmeier who has farmed for over 40 years. “It’s been a wonderful spring. It’s just been on the cool side; we could use more heat.”

Mother nature has been compliant with Hansmeier’s request.

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The mostly dry and warm stretch of weather has proved satisfactory for many growers in the region. Mid-April storms have been common in Benton County the last two years.

According to the Department of Natural Resources, the county was doused with 4 to 9 inches of snow April 10-12, 2019, and with 4 to 6 inches April 13-16, 2018.

Given the drastic difference in weather, Nathan Drewitz said the planting seasons cannot be compared.

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which is just insane because the last couple of planting seasons, it’s been mid-May, end of May. Last year, guys were still planting in June and July,” Drewitz said. “And so, there’s zero comparison to the last couple years. This has been an exceptional planting season.”

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Award second highest members can achieve FOLEY – Three area FFA members will be receiving Minnesota State FFA Degrees this year, the second highest degree a member can achieve. Lailah Corrigan, of Foley High School, and Ashley Hommerding and Leah Mohs, of Sauk Rapids-Rice High School, would have received the degrees in person at the 91st annual Minnesota FFA Awards Ceremony in April during the 2020 Minnesota State FFA Convention on the University of Minnesota campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul.

However, the COVID-19 outbreak altered those plans. The convention was initially postponed for June 8-10, but a decision was made to host the convention virtually over a threeday period, May 19-21 due to the When did you join FFA and what influenced you to become a member?

Corrigan: My mother and advisor, Mr. (Alan) Stemper.

Hommerding: At the beginning of my freshman year, a close friend of mine encouraged me to sign up with her.

Mohs: FFA is the only thing a school distributes related to agriculture. Ever since I was a little girl, I wanted to be a part of the agriculture society and knew FFA would be the one way I could share my passion and everything I am dedicated to. That is why I joined and became an active member, because I wanted to share the passion and love I have for agriculture, and I didn’t have another outlet other than FFA or 4-H.

uncertain nature of pandemic and recommendations from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and state agencies. In addition to the virtual event, a Minnesota FFA celebration is planned for Sept. 1 at the Minnesota State Fair in the Lee & Rose Warner Coliseum in St. Paul.

There is a long list of requirements FFA members must complete in order to receive a state FFA degree. A few requirements include completing a minimum of two years of classroom instruction in an agricultural, food and natural resources education program, earning and investing at least $2,000 into their supervised agricultural experience and completing at least 25 community service hours.

all the time. My life pretty much consists of FFA and work at Mimbach Fleet Supply in Sauk Rapids.

What does earning a State FFA Degree mean to you?

Corrigan: It is a great honor because only a small percentage of FFA member receive this high of a degree. So, it is really special.

Hommerding: That I have accomplished a lot in FFA and learned many new things in the agriculture world.

Mohs: Earning my State FFA Degree means a lot to me because I know I am reaching the highest milestone I can reach at the state level. I’ve been in FFA for the past four years, and the degree shows me I have achieved the most I can do at the state and What other hobbies or local level. It leaves me at interests do you have a happy place knowing I have achieved something outside of FFA? Corrigan: Running, at such a high level. hunting, playing the piano and spending time with Tell us about the FFA participation that has led friends.

Hommerding: I enjoy you to your State FFA hunting, fishing and Degree?

I have spending time with family Corrigan: volunteered a lot for the and friends.

Mohs: I am in 4-H where chapter, competed in many I show dairy cattle and career and leadership poultry. I tend to go development events, and fishing, hunting and work went to state in forestry. I

also served as the chapter secretary my junior year and as the chapter’s president my senior year.

H o m m e r d i n g : Throughout my time in FFA, I have participated in lots of career development event competitions such as poultry, small animal veterinary science, fish and wildlife, soils, and floriculture.

I have attended the state convention twice and national convention once.

In addition, I have helped with Partnering in Active Learning Support and our annual corn drive. I am on the officer team as chapter secretary. Throughout my four years, I have taken numerous agriculture classes as well.

Mohs: I have been in multiple career development events and nearly every conference or convention in our state as well as attending two consecutive national conventions. I participate in PALS once a month and participate in the corn drive. The career development events that led me to begin my state degree are horse and dairy.

I began showing 4-H which led me to poultry.

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Benton County Planning Commission will conduct public hearings on May 14th, 2020 the Commissioner’s Room, Benton County Government Center, Foley, and beginning at 7:00 p.m. The Planning Commission will hear the following: 1. 7:00 p.m. Randall Schaper requesting approval of a two lot minor preliminary plat entitled “Schaper Addition” in the R-3 Residential District. Pursuant to Section 10.7. The affected property is described as follows: Lots 12, 13 & 14, Auditors Subdivision of A-B-C Acres, Section 16, Watab Township.

2. 7:05 p.m. John Polcher requesting a conditional use permit to construct a storage structure without a single family dwelling or other principal building in the R-2 Residential District. Pursuant to Sections 7.5.4P, 9.1.2B(1) and 11.6.

The affected property is described as follows: Part of NE1/4 SW1/4, Section 11, Watab Township.

3. 7:15 p.m. Curtis and Kellijo Fernholz requesting a conditional use permit to use an alternative flood proofing elevation method in the R-2 Residential District. Pursuant to Sections 5.2, 5.3 and 5.4 of the Flood Plain Management Ordinance and Section 11.6 of the Development Code. The affected property is described as follows: part of Gov’t Lot 1, Section 34, East Langola Township.

4. 7:25 p.m. David and Marie Hechsel requesting a conditional use permit to use an alternative flood proofing elevation method in the R-2 Residential District. Pursuant to Sections 5.2, 5.3 and 5.4 of the Flood Plain Management Ordinance and Section 11.6 of the Development Code. The affected property is described as follows: Part of Gov’t Lot 4, Section 35, East Langola Township. *Effective immediately, the Benton County Planning Commission will conduct its regular, special or emergency meetings by 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 further notice. At least one member of the Planning Commission or the County Department of Development Director will be present during meetings at the Planning Commission’s regular meeting location, which is the County Board Room in Foley, unless otherwise noted on meeting notices. Pursuant to MN Statutes §13D.021, Subdivision 3, the County will provide the means for persons to electronically monitor such meetings remotely.

In person public comments will not be heard, to conform to MDH and CDC guidelines to minimize gatherings.

You may submit written testimony by emailing Roxanne Achman at Roxanne.Achman@co.benton.mn.us or by mailing it to the Benton County Department of Development, 531 Dewey St, PO Box 129, Foley, MN 56329. Written testimony must be received by 3pm on the hearing date.

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NOTICE OF VOLUNTARY MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE THE RIGHT TO VERIFICATION OF THE DEBT AND IDENTITY OF THE ORIGINAL CREDITOR WITHIN THE TIME PROVIDED BY LAW IS NOT AFFECTED

BY THIS ACTION. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that default has occurred in conditions of the following described mortgage: DATE OF MORTGAGE: O c t o b e r 3, 2016 MORTGAGOR: Sarah P. Leonard, unmarried.

MORTGAGEE: U.S. Bank National Association.

DATE AND PLACE OF RECORDING: Recorded October 25, 2016 Benton County Recorder, Document No. 419070.

ASSIGNMENTS OF MORTGAGE: NONE TRANSACTION AGENT: NONE TRANSACTION AGENT’S MORTGAGE I D E N T I F I C AT I O N NUMBER ON MORTGAGE: NONE LENDER OR BROKER AND MORTGAGE ORIGINATOR STATED ON MORTGAGE: U.S. Bank National Association RESIDENTIAL MORTGAGE SERVICER: U.S. Bank National Association M O RT G A G E D PROPERTY ADDRESS: 6780 Town Hall Road Northeast, Sauk Rapids, MN 56379 TAX PARCEL I.D. #: 070048700 and 070048600 L E G A L DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY:

SITUATED IN BENTON COUNTY, M I N N E S O T A , DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: LOTS 1 AND 2, BLOCK 1, MOLITOR ESTATES, BENTON COUNTY, MINNESOTA. SUBJECT TO ALL E A S E M E N T S , C O V E N A N T S , C O N D I T I O N S , RESERVATIONS, LEASES AND RESTRICTIONS OF RECORD, ALL LEGAL HIGHWAYS, ALL RIGHTS OF WAY, ALL ZONING, BUILDING AND OTHER LAWS, ORDINANCES AND REGULATIONS, ALL RIGHTS OF TENANTS IN POSSESSION, AND ALL REAL ESTATE TAXES AND ASSESSMENTS NOT YET DUE AND PAYABLE. BEING THE SAME PROPERTY CONVEYED

BY DEED RECORDED IN DOCUMENT NO. 371537, OF THE BENTON COUNTY, MINNESOTA RECORDS. COUNTY IN WHICH PROPERTY IS LOCATED: Benton O R I G I N A L PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF MORTGAGE: $52,152.00 AMOUNT DUE AND CLAIMED TO BE DUE AS OF DATE OF NOTICE, INCLUDING TAXES, IF ANY, PAID

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TIME AND DATE TO VACATE PROPERTY: If the real estate is an owneroccupied, single-family dwelling, unless otherwise provided by law, the date on or before which the mortgagor(s) must vacate the property if the mortgage is not reinstated under section 580.30 or the property is not redeemed under section 580.23 is 11:59 p.m. on April 30, 2021, unless that date falls on a weekend or legal holiday, in which case it is the next weekday, and unless the redemption period is reduced to 5 weeks under MN Stat. Secs. 580.07 or 582.032.

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Planting season page 8B

Resources for land applying milk As I look at the weather forecast, things had manure or another source of nutrient look great for planting activities throughout applied on them should not be considered. the region. Thankfully, I know many of you Similar to manure, milk will need to be are in fields getting both corn and soybean applied in a manner that does not jeopardize planted. I also noted a lot of small grains the environment and protects water quality. and alfalfa starting to pop up with many While the numbers above are book values, alfalfa fields between 2 and 4 inches tall. a sample can be collected and submitted to Despite everything this year is throwing at help tailor the amount of milk needed to us, it is shaping up to be one of the better meet crop needs. planting seasons. However, not everything Another option is to add milk to University of is as pleasant as it would appear. manure storage. This may be the better MN Extension If you are dumping milk, disposing of by Nathan Drewitz option at this point as it will increase the that milk would be on that list. Milk is a fat amount of time to come up with a nutrient and protein rich product that needs to be management plan. However, this will disposed of properly to avoid potential environmental change the usual nutrient content of your manure. risks. Thankfully, for the same reasons it is healthy to A sample will need to be collected and analyzed to eat and drink, milk also makes a good nutrient source determine the new nutrient content of the manure. This for applications when used correctly. An article on the will also require adjusting manure application rates University of Minnesota Extension Crop News Blog accordingly. outlined many of the important factors to consider That last point made was to record all dumped when land applying milk. Below I have summarized milk. Marin Bozic, University of Minnesota Dairy key points.

Economist, suggests to keep records that include the For land application, milk has a high nutrient date, volume of milk, reason for dumping and where it content with an equivalent of 46 pounds of nitrogen, was disposed. This will help with any state or federal 26 pounds of phosphorus and 17 pounds of potassium programs that may come available after the fact. per 1,000 gallons. Nearly all of the nitrogen that is If you would like to read the full article or learn applied is plant available at the time of application. more, visit https://www.blog-crop-news.extension.

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