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Schools back for the summer Transportation, meals provided for programs starting June 8

BY ELLARRY PRENTICE STAFF WRITER

SAUK RAPIDS – The Sauk Rapids-Rice School District is offering revamped summer school programs starting June 8.

Steve Wagner, assistant high school principal, and Tanya Peterson, Mississippi Heights Elementary School principal, presented plans to the Sauk Rapids-Rice School Board at its May 24 meeting.

For some students, more time is needed to finish the school year, Peterson said. But that does not mean summer school is simply more of the same.

“It’s not saying things louder and slower,” she said. “It’s not the same curriculum. It’s not the same activities.”

Summer school will tackle achievement gaps and help students get back on track after a full school year in a pandemic, which spurred learning disruptions and limited interactions with peers.

Sauk Rapids-Rice educators also want summer school to address students’ social and emotional needs.

“We’re going to really engage kids,” Peterson said.

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American victory Bend in the River Regional Park home to fallen soldier

BY NATASHA BARBER | STAFF WRITER

Editor’s note: This story is compiled with information gathered from the Benton County Historical Society, Minnesota Historical Society and the Bend in the River Regional Park Master Plan-Appendix A. SAUK RAPIDS – The grounds at Bend in the River Regional Park are familiar to many.

From walks with the family dog to a backdrop for senior photos, the park’s use has grown extensively since Benton County purchased the farmstead in 2002.

But the stories of the people who inhabited this land are lesser known, yet plentiful.

The white Queen Anne-style farmhouse, built in 1912 and now shuttered on the property, was the home of Irving Graves. He lived there with this parents, Willis and Emily, and siblings Ethel, Edgar, Stewart and Ruth.

When Irving – known as Pat to some – left his home and enlisted in the military Jan. 22, 1918, he never came home to the land

so many enjoy today. A soldier in WWI, Irving was wounded just one day prior to Armistice Day and died Nov. 12, 1918. He was laid to rest in Meuse-Argonne American Cemetery in Romagne-sousMontfaucon, France.

Memorial Day is observed the last Monday in May; this year falling Monday, May 31.

The federal holiday pays homage to those U.S. military men and women who have endured the ultimate sacrifice – giving their lives to preserve the freedoms of this country.

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Irving Graves was studying at the St. Paul Business College prior to enlisting in the United States military during WWI in January 1918. Graves died one day after Armistice Day from wounds received in the war.

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The large building at Southside Park, named Riverside Terrace, sits atop the bank of the Mississippi River May 24 in Sauk Rapids. The entire riverside parks complex – which includes Southside Park and Sauk Rapids Lions Sunset Park – was named The Clearing at the May 24 Sauk Rapids City Council meeting.

Welcome to The Clearing City names Sauk Rapids riverside parks complex

BY NATASHA BARBER | STAFF WRITER

SAUK RAPIDS – Sauk The Sauk Rapids City CounRapids’ riverside parks project is cil approved the overall complex near complete. name The Clearing at its May 24 And now, it has a name. meeting at city hall. Amenities

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Marketing, of St. Cloud, and a committee of council members of the complex, which include a and staff. WhiteBox Marketing large and small building, music was hired as a consultant for the area and themed music evening, project. were also named. The recommendation was made after colThe Clearing page 2 laboration between WhiteBox

PUBLIC NOTICES • Notice of Sheriff ’s Sale - pg. 16 • Benton County Planning Commission Notice of Public Hearings - pg. 15 • City of Sauk Rapids Notice of Public Hearing - pg. 15

• Sauk Rapids-Rice Reg. Meeting, May 10 - pg. 15 • City of Sauk Rapids Reg. Minutes, May 10 - pg. 15 • City of Sauk Rapids Ord. No. 2021-797 - pg. 15 • Summons Notice - Berry - pg. 15

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Water flows in a small channel near the banks of the Mississippi River May 24 at Sauk Rapids Lions Sunset Park in Sauk Rapids. The amenities found at the park and Southside Park are collectively named The Clearing.

The Clearing from front

A lighted sign is a feature at Sauk Rapids’ riverside parks complex, The Clearing, May (Above) Large windows admit 24 at Southside Park in Sauk Rapids. The city, along with sponsors, will host music natural light into the Riverside Thursday evenings July 1 through Sept. 2.

Terrace building at Southside Park May 24 in Sauk Rapids.

The smart lighting in the room adjusts as needed depending on the amount of light entering from the outside.

(Left) The Lookout building is found at Sauk Rapids Lions Sunset Park May 24 in Sauk Rapids. People will be able to rent the small room inside for meetings or events such as birthday parties.

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Sauk Rapids city administrator Ross Olson shares information about the Riverside Terrace building May 24 at Southside Park in Sauk Rapids. The building will have public restrooms accessible from the exterior and interior of the building.

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Ready your yards for summer Clean Sweep Week is June 9-12

BY NATASHA BARBER STAFF WRITER

SAUK RAPIDS – Leaves, branches, an old bicycle? No problem.

Clean Sweep Week is the perfect answer to items that may be cluttering a yard or home.

The city of Sauk Rapids will host Clean Sweep Week June 9-12. The city’s compost site will be open extended hours during these dates and accepting items such as appliances,

household items and construction debris for a fee.

Compost stickers are not required during this period.

During Clean Sweep Week, the compost site will be open noon to 7 p.m. Wednesday, June 9, through Friday, June 11, as well as 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Saturday, June 12. It is located at 3135 Quarry Road N.E., Sauk Rapids.

Additional non-compostable items will also be accepted at the compost site during the week. Informa-

The Clearing from pg. 2 At The Clearing, people will find two newlyconstructed buildings. Riverside Terrace is located at Southside Park, or to the south of the promenade, and is the larger building in the complex.

City administrator Ross Olson said that although the name describes the physical attributes of the location, the name is derived from the first permanent home built in the city of Sauk Rapids. Albeit a trading post and cabins were established prior to its existence, settlers William and Julia Wood built the first permanent dwelling, called Linden Terrace,

in the city in 1851. The 14-by-80 home was often called a mansion in its day.

Riverside Terrace features a gathering space and patio area that, in the future, will be rented similarly to other city park buildings. A catering kitchen and dressing room as well as access to a private and public restroom are inside. The space also has two dropdown screens for events such as business meetings. The space can accommodate around 180 people when seated and up to 300 if standing.

A seating and music area that overlooks the Mississippi River will be

75th Wedding Anniversary Kermit and Betty Eastman (Swan) Kermit and Betty Eastman (Swan), of Waite Park, will celebrate their 75th wedding anniversary June 6, 2021. They were married June 6, 1946, in Thief River Falls.

A family get-together is planned for June 6 at their daughter’s home in St. Cloud.

Kermit and Betty Eastman (Swan)

existing park equipment is not past its lifetime use and will likely be moved to another location; however, the wood fibers beneath the equipment will be problematic for the water feature nearby. New playground equipment will be placed with a rubberized surfaced – poured similarly to cement – creating a level, more accessible play area. The surface has a 10year warranty and 20-year life expectancy. The equipment and surface will be paid with a $42,000 grant, contingencies and halfcent sales tax funds.

The council also approved rehabilitating the three existing open-air park shelters at Sauk Rapids Lions Sunset Park. City staff will consider moving the buildings closer to the water feature to allow for more shade in the area.

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– In “Memorial Day events return” of the May 22 Sauk Rapids Herald, a word was omitted in the article.

The Rice American Legion Post 473 will host a 10:15 a.m. service at Graham Methodist Church Cemetery, not the church itself.

– In the “Storm baseball close to putting it all together” article and photo captions from the May 22 Sauk Rapids Herald, Terrence Moody’s name was misspelled. We regret this error.

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Monday, May 31, 9 a.m. – Sauk Rapids Cemeteries Memorial Day Ceremony. Hosted by the Sauk Rapids American Legion Post 254 in conjunction with the Sauk Rapids VFW Post 6992. At the center of the Benton County Cemetery, Trinity Lutheran Cemetery and Sacred Heart Parish Cemetery, Fourth Street South, Sauk Rapids.

Monday, May 31, 9:20 a.m. – Langola Township Cemetery Memorial Day Service. Hosted by the Rice American Legion Post 473. Langola Township Cemetery, 125th Street Northwest, Rice.

Monday, May 31, 10:15 a.m. – Graham Methodist Church Cemetery Memorial Day Service. Hosted by the Rice American Legion Post 473. Graham Methodist Church Cemetery, 125th Street Northeast, Rice.

Monday, May 31, 10:30 a.m. – Memorial Day Mass.

The Sauk Rapids VFW Post 6992 color guard will join the Mass at 11 a.m. Annunciation Church, 9965 Mayhew Lake Road N.E., Sauk Rapids. Mass will take place in the cemetery. Mass will be moved to the church in the event of poor weather.

Monday, May 31, 11:30 a.m. – Immaculate Conception Church Cemetery Memorial Day Service. Hosted by the Rice American Legion Post 473 at the Rice Memorial Monument. Immaculate Conception Church Cemetery, East Main Street, Rice.

Monday, May 31, 11 a.m. – Memorial Day Dedication Ceremony. Hosted by American Legion Post 298 at the Veterans Memorial near the Benton County courts facilities at 615 Highway 23, Foley. All are welcome to attend. Free lunch at the Foley American Legion Club following the ceremony. If inclement weather, ceremony will take place at the Legion Club.

Tuesday, June 1, 9 a.m. – Benton County Board of Commissioners Meeting. Benton County Administration Building, 531 Dewey St., Foley.

Tuesday, June 1, 11 a.m. to noon – Living Waters Food Shelf Dispersal. Living Waters Lutheran Church, 1911 Fourth Ave. N., Sauk Rapids.

Tuesday, June 1, 1-7 p.m. – American Red Cross Blood Drive. Atonement Lutheran Church, 1144 29th Ave. N., St. Cloud. Make an appointment by calling 1-800-7332767 or visiting redcrossblood.org.

Tuesday, June 1, 6 p.m. – Sauk Rapids-Rice High School Class of 2021 Commencement Ceremony.

Herb Brooks National Hockey Center, 1204 Fourth Ave. S., St. Cloud. This is a ticketed event.

Tuesday, June 1, 6 p.m. – Overeaters Anonymous.

Alano Club, 23805 County Road 2, Cold Spring. For more information call Joyce at 320-761-2275, Donna at 320-291-7251 or visit oa.org.

Wednesday, June 2, 6-7 p.m. – Living Waters Food Shelf Dispersal. Living Waters Lutheran Church, 1911 Fourth Ave. N., Sauk Rapids.

Thursday, June 3, 3-6 p.m. – Sauk Rapids Market. Coborn’s parking lot, 110 First St. S., Sauk Rapids.

Thursday, June 3, 7 p.m. – Sauk Rapids Legion Post 254 Monthly Meeting. Legion meets the first Thursday of each month at the Sauk Rapids VFW Post 6992, 901 N. Benton Drive, Sauk Rapids.

Friday, June 4, 11 a.m. to noon – Living Waters Food Shelf Dispersal. Living Waters Lutheran Church, 1911 Fourth Ave. N., Sauk Rapids.

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titled 1851 Square. As part of the kick-off to the new parks complex, the city will host music 5:30-9:30 p.m. Thursday evenings July 1 through Sept. 2.

Riverside Nights, preliminarily named Rock the Riverside Musics Nights, will feature an opening act and headliner performance.

In Sauk Rapids Lions Sunset Park, to the north of the promenade, is the smaller building titled The Lookout.

The park names of Southside Park and Sauk Rapids Lions Sunset Park will remain the same.

In addition to naming the complex, the council took action on a few park-related expenditures.

They approved replacing the playground equipment and its surface at Sauk Rapids Lions Sunset Park for nearly $240,000. The

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The public works department encourages residents to take part in beautifying the city by clearing yards, roadways and fence lines of debris and litter.

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Saturday, June 5, 8-11 a.m. – Benton County Extension Master Gardener Plant Sale. Purchase plants and seek advice from University of Minnesota Extension Master Gardeners. University of Minnesota COVID-19 policies will be followed. Sauk Rapids-Rice Middle School parking lot, 901 First St. S., Sauk Rapids.

Saturday, June 5, 9 a.m. – Overeaters Anonymous.

Whitney Senior Center, 1527 Northway Drive, St. Cloud. For more information call Joyce at 320-7612275, Donna at 320-291-7251 or visit oa.org.

Saturday, June 5, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. – Spring Spin Fest Fiber Fair. Minnesota-made products, fiber art displays and more. Demonstrations include spinning basics, drop spindle, felting and machine knit lace socks. Free admission. All invited. Rocking Horse Farm, 25636 County Road 74, St. Cloud.

Sunday-Thursday, June 6-10, 6:30-8:30 p.m. – Rice Community Vacation Bible School. Free to children 4 years old to fifth grade. Five-night event where children learn about God, sing and do activities. Shepherd of the Pines Lutheran Church, 1950 125th St. N.W., Rice.

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She Ascends:

Women hikers take a break for meditation in Rockville’s Eagle Park this spring. Other hikes throughout the year include an Earth Day hike in April and a jingle bell hike in December.

Hiking club f ms in Bent C nty

Group helps women connect with nature, each other

BY ELLARRY PRENTICE STAFF WRITER

SAUK RAPIDS – A new group is offering women a way to connect with nature and each other as they explore the outdoors in Benton County.

She Ascends, a womens hiking and wellness club, has formed a Benton County chapter. The group, led by St. Joseph resident Keri Schaaf, held their first hike Mother’s Day weekend at Bend in the River Regional Park south of Rice.

“It’s just good to get out in nature,” said Schaaf, who organized the

Benton County chapter and is looking to grow its membership. “It’s women empowering women. Everybody is so positive. It’s really inspiring.”

The group is open to adult women of all ages and ability levels.

“Come as you are,” Schaaf said. “You don’t have to buy any special stuff.”

The group meets for a hike once a month and also hosts pop-up hikes throughout the year. Hikes last about an hour or two and usually take place on Saturday mornings or weekday evenings.

Hikes take place

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She Ascends members hike in Glacial Ridge State Park in Starbuck this spring. Through hiking and wellness opportunities, the mission of She Ascends is to connect women of all ages to each other, to nature and to themselves so they can live happier, healthier lives.

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throughout the year unless it is unsafe to venture outdoors due to weather, Schaaf said. The group typically meets at the location of a hike, or members can carpool to sites farther away. It is not mandatory to attend every hike.

Upcoming hikes will take place at River Bluffs Regional Park, George Friedrich Park, Sauk River Regional Park in St. Cloud and again at Bend in the River Regional Park near Rice. The group will also hike at Eagle Park in Rockville and at Lake Carlos near Alexandria with members of the Stearns and Becker chapters.

Special hikes include an Earth Day hike, a meditation hike and a jingle bell hike. During the Earth Day hike, hikers pick up trash. Other group activities such as yoga and kayaking are offered on some hikes.

She Ascends also hosts a day trip, weekend trip and weeklong trip each year.

Day trips involve allday hiking in state parks with women from across the region. Hikers work toward a challenge and receive a shirt when completed.

Weekend wellness retreats focus on self-care.

Participants gather from around the state to hike, relax and learn ways to create or enhance a selfcare plan involving nutritional, physical and mental health practices.

Week-long trips take place at either a national

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Keri Schaaf (front), Mindy Jensen (back, left) and Capri Loegering hike in Bend in the River Regional Park south of Rice. She Ascends, a womens hiking and wellness club, formed a Benton County chapter led by Schaaf.

park or international hiking destination. They are designed to push hikers’ limits and bring personal growth as they interact with a new state or country and are exposed to terrain and cultures.

Founded by a Stearns County resident, She Ascends was launched in April 2019 and has since expanded to 13 counties, including Morrison and Becker. Benton and Dakota counties are the newest chapters.

“I’m really excited,” Schaaf said about expanding to Benton County.

Through hiking and wellness opportunities, the mission of She Ascends is to connect women of all ages to each other, to nature and to themselves so they can live happier, healthier lives.

With the belief that self-care is not a luxury but a necessity, She As-

cends intergenerational hikes aim to strengthen bodies, feed minds and calm souls so women can be their best version of themselves and their light can shine for others, according to the group.

Schaaf, who moved to central Minnesota from North Dakota, joined the Stearns County chapter in July 2019. The group has helped her build positive friendships and forge meaningful connections with women of all ages and backgrounds, she said.

“Every time I meet someone new,” Schaaf said.

When she goes for a hike, a feeling of thankfulness always comes over her.

“Thankful that we have each other and such beautiful places to hike,” she said.

Aside from hikes, Schaaf has continued to

grow those friendships through She Ascends Facebook groups.

“It’s been great for me to meet like-minded people and just learn about the area,” she said.

Schaaf has hiked with as few as two people and as many as 30 people.

The first hike is free.

The club has a yearly membership option that covers regular monthly hikes and offers discounts on day trips, weekend adventures and week-long trips; otherwise, women can pay per hike.

Schaaf has been exploring places to hike in Benton County and is excited for upcoming hikes.

She has started a Facebook group called She Ascends Benton County. Members of the private group post dates for regular and spontaneous hikes and special events.

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NEWS/ OBITUARIES Alice Mae Ellefson

Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Wednesday, June 2, at Shepherd of the Pines Lutheran Church in Rice for Alice Mae Ellefson, age 93, of Sauk Rapids, who died May 21, 2021, at Quiet Oaks Hospice House in St. Augusta. The Rev. David Edge will officiate and burial will be at Minnesota State w Veterans Cemetery near Little V Falls. Visitation will be 4-8 p.m.

Tuesday, June 1, at Williams Dingmann Family Funeral Home in Sauk Rapids with a prayer service beginning at 7:30 p.m.

There will also be a visitation one hour prior to services Wednesday at the church in Rice.

Alice M. Ellefson was born in Clear Lake to Victor and Anna (Moore) Anderson Dec. 19, 1927. Alice graduated valedictorian from Clear Lake High School in 1945 and after graduation attended a technical school in Minneapolis for two years. Following graduation, she worked for Pillsbury Mills, Minneapolis for four years. On Sept. 1, 1951, Alice married Steven Ellefson Jr. they moved to Keewatin where Steve worked

Alice Mae Ellefson

for the mines. The mines went on strike and they moved to Anoka in 1953. Alice worked at AAA Auto as a travel agent and lived in her house in Sauk Rapids until September 2019. She moved to Good Shepherd Apartments in Sauk Rapids following the sale of her home.

Alice’s deep faith led her to becoming a charter member of the Shepherd of the Pines Lutheran Church in Rice. She sang in the church choir and was also an usher, reader, greeter, bible study leader and participated in the Wings Program.

She is survived by her children: Bradley (Jan) Ellefson

Mildred “Millie” Mary Gibbard

Mildred Mary Gibbard was born July 21, 1927 in Fergus Falls, to Peter and Katherine Gibbard (nee Mulvaney). After attending elementary school in District 143, her family moved to rural Maine Township where she attended District 24 elementary school. Millie graduated as valedictorian from Underwood d High School in Underwood in 1944. She obtained her teaching certificate in Fergus Falls in 1945. Millie taught in several t rural schools in Ottertail County including one-room school houses. She then moved to Fergus Falls and taught third grade at Our Lady of Victory Catholic School for seven years. Millie went on to earn a bachelor’s degree in elementary education from Moorhead State University.

Her next teaching assignment took her to Sauk Rapids where k she taught fourth grade at Pleasantview Elementary School and Hillside Elementary School t for 21 years.

Millie’s passion was teaching but she loved her two bowling leagues and her volunteer work

Mildred “Millie” Mary Gibbard

at the Great River Regional Library and the Stearns History Museum. She also loved puzzles, traveling and reading mysteries.

Millie was preceded in death by her parents, her sister Frances (Kenneth) Kugler, nephews Richard (Sheree) Kugler, Daryl Kugler, Jim Kugler and brothers-in-law David Butenhoff and Norman Cossette. She is survived by her loving sister, Jean Cossette, nieces Verona (Steve) Bell, Mary (Dennis) Frahm, Patricia Keidel, Lois (Al) Fasching, Donna (Steve) Anda, and nephews, Dale Kugler, Douglas (Terry) Kugler,

Stephen S. Fiedler

Mass of Christian Burial will be 11 a.m. Saturday, May 29, at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Rice for Stephen “Steve” (Fudd) S. Fiedler, age 68, of Rice who died May 25, 2021, at Quiet Oaks Hospice House near St. Augusta. The Rev. Kenneth Popp will officiate and burial will be in the parish cemetery. Visitation was 4-8 p.m. Friday and one hour prior to the services Saturday at the church in Rice. Parish prayers were 7:30 p.m. Friday.

Steve was born Jan. 12, 1953, in St. Cloud to Alphonse and Mary (Lass) Fiedler. He graduated from Sauk Rapids High School and lived his entire life in Rice. Steve was a member

Stephen S. Fiedler

of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church where he was an usher. He worked at Electrolux for over 30 years, retiring in 2010. He enjoyed golfing, reading, traveling and was a huge baseball fan. Steve

of Westport, South Dakota; Barbara Ellefson of Sauk Rapids; Jeffrey (Sharon) Ellefson of San Juan Capistrano, California; daughter-in-law, Karen Ellefson of Sauk Rapids: grandchildren, Justin and Matthew Ellefson, Phillip and Leanna Murphy, Leah Ellefson, Charlie (Amanda) Henkemeyer and Alex (Kelly) Henkemeyer, Noah Ellefson and Hannah (Andy) Eggert; great grandchildren, Lauren Eggert, Leo Henkemeyer and one on the way; sister, Elizabeth “Betty” Hemen of Aberdeen, South Dakota; brother-in-law, Cyril (Vicki) Ellefson.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Steven Ellefson Jr; son, Steven V. Ellefson; parents, Anna and Victor Anderson; brother, Willard (Betty Jane) Anderson; sisters, Mary (Larry) Guentzel and Dorothy (Russell) Nelson.

Special thank you to Angela, Natalie, and Heather at Arise Cares, Dr. Amanda Lovold, and Quiet Oaks Hospice House.

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Wayne (Bernie) Kugler, Gregory (Peggy) Butenhoff, LeRoy Butenhoff, Danny (Carolyn) Cossette, and Duane (Stephanie) Cossette. She is also survived by many great-nieces and nephews, as well as many dear friends.

A funeral Mass was 11 a.m.

May 28 at St. James Church at Maine, 32009 County Hwy 74, Underwood. The Rev. LeRoy Schik officiated. Visitation preceded the Mass from 9-11 a.m. A graveside service was held immediately following the Mass. Arrangements have been entrusted to Williams Dingmann Family Funeral Home in Sauk Rapids.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials be made to the St. Cloud Library Foundation, 1300 W. St. Germain St., St. Cloud, MN 56301.

A special thank you to the staff at Country Manor senior housing, assisted living and nursing home in Sartell for their loving and compassionate care of Millie.

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loved spending time with family and friends and wanted to make a difference in everyone’s life.

Steve was great with children and was able to relate to them on their level. He was very loyal, generous and had a great sense of humor.

Survivors include his siblings, Jean Maurer of St. Michael, John Fiedler of Brooklyn Center, Rose Kruchten of Rockford, Illinois, Michael (Nancy) Fiedler of Rice and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; sister-in-law, Pamela and brothers-in-law, Joe Maurer and Michael Kruchten.

Obituary, guest book and video tribute available online at www.williamsdingmann.comR-21-1B

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School board from front About 586 students are expected to attend summer school.

Attendance is higher than previous years, which Peterson attributes to a transportation offering and to a larger-thannormal number of students who have fallen behind during the school year.

Summer school will be offered at Hillside School, Rice Elementary, Pleasantview Elementary and the middle and high schools. Due to a roofing project, programming will not take place at Mississippi Heights Elementary. Eighth graders will attend at the high school to experience learning environments in ninth-grade classrooms.

Early childhood special education and high school students will attend four days a week. Kindergarten through eighth grade students will attend five days a week. Programs are about three to four hours per day, depending on grade level.

Elementary students are expected to finish in early July and older students later in the month. High school students may finish sooner based on when they complete coursework for required credits.

Distance learning will not be provided. In-person attendance is required daily and critical in order for students to be successful, Wagner said.

Summer school is recommended for kindergarteners through eighth graders who fell below the 25th percentile in reading or math or were recommended by their teacher based on factors such as social skills and attendance. Summer school is recommended for high schoolers who did not earn required credits and are off track for graduation.

Summer school will offer an extended schooling for pre-kindergarten through 12th grade special education students on individual education plans, or IEPs; targeted services for kindergarten and grades 1-8; and credit recovery for grades 9-12.

Key components offered this year are bus transportation, a grab-n-go breakfast and hot lunch, along with lessons, discussions and activities that foster social and emotional learning.

For the first time, hot lunches will be provided by the district’s food service department.

“It will be as simple as we can make it but still a good meal,” Peterson said.

More than half of the students are expected to use the offered transportation service.

Most students will be picked up from their regular bus stop.

“Some of these students I don’t believe would be able to access summer school without this,” Wagner said. “It’s just been a god-send.”

Transportation has long been a barrier to students attending summer school, said board member Tracy Morse.

Educators are excited to incorporate social and emo-

tional skill building, Peterson said. Activities and lessons will help younger students regulate emotions and show empathy.

Older students will learn selfawareness, self-management, social awareness, relationship skills and responsible decision making.

Social workers will work with students one day a week in each building. This will help maintain relationships already established and facilitate learning opportunities, Peterson said.

Bergstrom said the district will receive additional summer school funding from the state.

In the fall, the district will compare assessment data of students who attended summer school versus those who did not, Peterson said.

In other board news: – Approved lifting a district policy requiring face coverings effective at the end of the school day June 4. Until then, students, staff and visitors – vaccinated or not – are required to wear a face covering during the instructional day and on buses.

Once the requirement is lifted, people may wear a mask at school or on the bus.

“It will not be a requirement, but it is still an option,” Bergstrom said.

Bergstrom said it may be up to districts to decide whether face coverings will be required at summer school. He expected to receive new guidance May 28.

– Dr. Holly Schoenherr, director of human resources and administrative services, reported one COVID-19-related absence among staff as of May 20. There were 146 COVID19-related absences among students, up 46 from the previous week.

A staff member has not tested positive for COVID-19 since late March.

– Approved hiring an additional full-time employee to provide support services to English language learners during the 2021-22 school year.

The request was based on increased student need.

Bergstrom said the district has steadily increased the number of English language learners, including students who are new to the country or have had a lapse in formal education. Due to insufficient staffing and time, the district has not been able to provide support to resident students.

Jenny Bushman, director of teaching and learning, said the greatest need for English learner support services is at Pleasantview Elementary School, which has 17 students who need this service. This position will have flexibility to provide support wherever needed.

– Approved hiring an intervention specialist for the special education department for the 2021-22 school year. This position will provide professional development and support to teachers and paraprofessionals.

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EDITORIAL

Mulch Mulch is a substance placed on top of the ground to conserve moisture and hopefully discourage weeds from sprouting.

It may consist of many substances, GREEN AND those that will de- GROWING IN BENTON COUNTY grade and evenBY LINDA G. TENNESON tually turn into soil and those that will not – small rocks or gravel, for example. Mulch is used for discouraging weeds, preventing soil from washing away in erosion and keeping soil moist. It is different from compost which is mixed in with the soil to improve its properties. Mulch is designed to remain on the surface. One major benefit of mulch is it blocks light which many seeds, including weed seeds, need to germinate.

Pine needles, leaves or partiallycomposted garden material may be used initially as mulch, but the items become compost and then soil as they decompose.

This process generally takes a year to occur. Mulch materials that do not decompose may have other drawbacks. Dust and soil blowing through the air will lodge between rocks. When enough soil accumulates, weed seeds which also move on the wind will land and sprout, growing on top of the landscape fabric. Even if landscape fabric is placed under rocks, they will only stop weeds for a few years. Chopped up rubber tires are sometimes used as mulch as well as being used on playgrounds.

Like rocks, they last a long time but do not enrich the soil as an organic mulch will do. Grass clippings, straw and wood chips or shreds may also start as mulch and become compost. Some of this lighter mulch material may be moved by wind or rain. There are pros and cons for most mulch substances. A layer of leaves may mat down and take a long time to decompose. If too thick a layer is used, moisture and air may move through them and into the soil. Shredding the leaves first and using a thinner layer, only 1-2 inches deep, may avoid some of this problem. Shredding will also encourage the leaves to decompose faster. Occasionally stirring the layer of leaves may interrupt any developing mold or fungus.

Cocoa bean husks may be purchased to use as mulch. They are reputed to be a natural weed eliminator but are also dangerous to animals if eaten. When fresh, they also give the garden a nice chocolate smell. Unfortunately, they are also expensive to purchase compared to other forms of mulch.

Plastic placed under mulch may seem like a good idea, but it stops water and oxygen from entering the soil. The roots of any plants under plastic search for moisture and are often found on the surface of the soil if the plastic is removed. An amazing thing is some plants, often undesirable weeds, find a way to penetrate the plastic and grow anyway. A better form of an under-mulch barrier is several layers of newspaper or cardboard. They will stop weeds for a season and then biodegrade.

Most newsprint has ink that will not leach poison into the soil, but it is always a good idea to check if the material is from an unusual source.

The Benton County Extension Master Gardeners will host their plant sale starting at 8 a.m. June 5 at the Sauk RapidsRice Middle School parking lot.

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

Cows with surfing

Believe it or not, sometimes I just say, myself to never be afraid of making waves “Moo.” I didn’t produce a column last week. when those you have come alongside to I didn’t facilitate a Bible study or host comhelp, have been praying for an outpourpany. I did garden my face off, but other than ing of the Holy Spirit that brings change to that, I was fully into the days with my tribe the hearts of hurting people, because they and not producing a thing. I do not consider might just catch the wave if they are seekpraying producing, so while praying without ing Jesus like an anticipating surfer. But if they’re complacent, easily offended and ceasing for the women God has allowed me distracted with whatever the enemy is disto be a steward of, I asked the Lord how I tracting them with other than Jesus, then could best tend to my family. It led to spendLIFE BY FAITH they might miss the wave. You don’t cease ing extra time trying to get my 2-year-old to say, “Moo.” He has a speech delay and pos- BY MERCY NYGAARD in partnering with the wave; however, because if there are any anticipating surfers sible apraxia of speech that we are trying to pinpoint. It also led me to helping the family (maybe ready to catch it, God says, “Drop in, I came for you, more like watching) chase our cattle back into their let’s ride.”

It is so much hard work. Descending and serving pen.

It was a much-needed week of reset as it’s been a is always the long and slow road to partnering with year of ripe harvest bursting at the seams. I have made Jesus to change hearts. But it is the tried-and-true way many new friends and have witnessed disciples of Je- Jesus served that sets our example. And all of the hard sus making disciples of Jesus. A year of fast growth work becomes so worth it once you see one, just one, has left stretch marks on my heart by growing in love catch the wave. What freedom and an honor it is to for the body of Christ and those God’s love is pursu- serve him by serving those he calls us to.

It cannot be said enough: The Holy Spirit will stir ing. Where God moves, the enemy moves, so there has been kickback as well. You wouldn’t believe it unless in each individuals’ heart as the Lord is working and you heard it with your own ears. This is where passion calling them to him, and the Holy Spirt is testifying to can be mistaken for boasting and insecurities can turn Jesus. Jesus is Lord, he is truth, and he wants everyoffered help into a quick, “No, thank you.” But judg- one to spend time with him firstly, seeking him only ing someone’s passion never got anyone anywhere. It and loving God with all our hearts, minds and souls. only becomes the devil’s playground. Only listening to If you’ve read any of my columns, this is a common the heart behind the passion creates unity so the Holy theme typed over and over. Why? Because we forget.

Spirit can keep moving and doing a work in our hearts It’s the foundational truths that produce right thinking as we discern someone’s passion according to God’s and healthy living. So, whether you are mooing with the family or leading a group of people, keep riding word.

Those who know me know I’m an open book. All the waves God’s Holy Spirit is moving in your heart to you need to do is ask, and I’m always willing to talk point you to Jesus. heart and passion, grace and compassion. I keep telling

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Graves from front

Irving did just that.

He was born in Waseca County prior to his family moving to the area. He attended school through the eighth grade in St. Cloud before his family moved to the farm in rural Rice. He was a railroad construction worker and managed a farm in his early 20s. Irving was studying at the St. Paul Business College for several months before enlisting in the United States military.

“A sunny disposition, loyal to friends, determined to see a thing through when he had once undertaken it,” Ethel wrote of her brother on documentation for The Gold Star Roll. “Ambitious to make good whatever the work might be throughout the war.

There was no complaining; he was always all right.”

Irving’s comrade, Paul Ferguson, reiterated that sentiment in a letter to Irving’s brother, Stewart, in September 1919.

“During his overseas service, no one was more conscientious in working toward the final goal – American victory – than was your brother,” Ferguson wrote. “When on the front, someone was needed to perform a duty of the Signal Corps …

No one was more willing to volunteer than Graves.”

As part of the American Expeditionary Forces 5th Division, Irving

PHOTOS COURTESY OF THE BENTON COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY

The late Irving Graves, of Rice, was a lineman and operator as a member of the Signal Corps in WWI. He passed away Nov. 12, 1918, from wounds received in the war, and the article at right was printed in the Sauk Rapids Sentinel newspaper Dec. 5, 1918.

trained in Leon Springs, Texas, and embarked to the European theatre by way of New Jersey.

According to family documents, Irving served as a lineman and operator as a member of the Signal Corps. He was involved in four fronts and the Battle of Saint-Mihiel

seven others were sent ahead of their company to set up communication and radio back as to when the troops should advance. About 5 miles north of Dun-sur-Meuse, France, they were caught in heavy gunfire.

“The wireless detail had almost reached the designated spot when a German sniper discovered them and opened fire with a machine gun,” reads a letter written

by Morris Cash, a selfdescribed buddy. “There was absolutely nothing which afforded protection and the whole detail of eight men were either killed or wounded.”

Four men died instantly. Two – including Irving – were seriously wounded and two slightly injured, Morris said.

Irving took several bullets to his stomach and was rendered first aid before being transferred to the hospital.

Irving died two days later from his injuries.

Throughout his time away and although mail service was slow and unreliable, Irving wrote his family to learn of the activities at home.

He was anticipated the farm’s crop yields, was light-hearted about his brother’s engagement and shared concern for this father’s health. He shared little of his work detail as a soldier due to censorship.

Yet, in an optimistic letter to home, Irving wrote, “I’ll tell you all and the Meuse-Argonne about it when I see you.”

Offensive.

Irving never had that Around 8 a.m. Nov. chance.

10, 1918, Irving and

Letters to the editor

Honoring the Fallen

We owe the freedoms and security we enjoy as a nation to our men and women in uniform. But we also owe it to future generations to live up to President Truman’s charge to strive to achieve peace at every turn.

Jacquie and I could not be more proud of our two sons currently serving in the military. Their bravery and sacrifice – like that of the thousands of soldiers, sailors, airmen and Marines serving alongside them – is what makes this country the only true land of freedom and opportunity. While many of us will be enjoying a long weekend gathered around a dusted off grill, I hope everyone will take a moment to reflect on the many Americans who made the decision to serve and place their lives on the line to defend our freedoms.

Conflicts will end and time will pass; however, the memory of our fallen should never be lost. We must always remember their sacrifice. I hope you all have a safe and happy Memorial Day. Thank you to everyone who has served and to the families of those service members we have lost defending our great nation.

Pause this Memorial Day

Monday, May 31 – to remember those who fought for our freedoms. We also thank those who continue to protect our country in these trying times. We admire your courage and appreciate your service.

Help us to honor and support them by displaying the American flag.

God bless America.

U.S. Rep. Tom Emmer, Minnesota 6th District Throughout history, cultures have honored those who have fought and died defending their country, their family, their religious beliefs, a set of principles or convictions they would not compromise. Although our observance of Memorial Day did not officially take root until the end of the Civil War, brave men and women have answered the call to defend the United States and our foundation of freedom for the last 244 years.

In an address to Congress following the death of President Roosevelt, Harry Truman reminded our country that “our debt to the heroic men and valiant women in the service of our country can never be repaid. They have earned our undying gratitude. America will never forget their sacrifices.”

Shortly after the conclusion of the second World War, President Truman sought to take the observance of this hallowed day a step further, calling on every American to not only recognize those who have made the ultimate sacrifice but to observe Memorial Day as ta day of prayer for permanent peace.

Bev Grose, American Legion Auxiliary Unit 254 On this Memorial Day, the members of the Sauk Rapids American Legion Auxiliary Unit 254 would like to remember and express our sincere appreciation to the men and women who served in the United States Armed Forces.

We invite everyone to pause Memorial Day –

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Stick with him

I graduated from high school in 2007. I was supposed to graduate with the class of 2006 but was held back in kindergarten. I’m told it was because I was shy and couldn’t use a scissors properly. Not much has changed. (Thanks, Mom.) I knew I wanted to be EXPRESSIONS BY EL a writer, but that was it. I BY ELLARRY PRENTICE planned to do a summer internship at the local newspaper and then attend college, either at a tech school or the College of St. Benedict.

I was going to marry my one and only boyfriend, who I had been dating since 2004, and have two kids by age 28.

I know we’re told things like, “We plan, and God laughs,” but naïvely, I thought my plans were reasonable enough that all of those things would happen just as I had imagined they would.

Of course, they didn’t.

A series of painful life events changed my plans.

I don’t think God laughed, but I know he never left my side. Because of his grace, I’m still here, and I still have hope, even though sometimes it is the size of a mustard seed.

It’s been one heck of a detour, but when in doubt, I have to trust his plan is better than mine.

One of those plans actually worked out sooner than I had hoped. As you can tell, I never left the newspaper business, and I’m still writing.

I’ve covered about a dozen high school graduation ceremonies since my own. There have been many great speakers. I look forward to hearing speeches from valedictorian Alexandra Freihammer and Emma Johnson at Sauk Rapids-Rice High School commencement June 1. I hope their plans for the future come to fruition because these ladies are going to make a difference in the world.

Alexandra’s and Emma’s speeches will probably be my favorites, but until then, the commencement speech that has touched me the most is one I watched on YouTube with my dad.

The speech is one of several that actor and director Denzel Washington has given to college graduates. I was reminded of it when I wrote about God never leaving my side.

“I didn’t always stick with him, but he always stuck with me,” Washington said during his speech, titled “Put God First.”

In 1975, Washington was flunking out of college with a 1.7 GPA. He was sitting in his mother’s beauty parlor when a woman under the hooded hair dryer told him she had a premonition. He was going to travel the world and speak to millions of people someday.

After turning his life around and working hard, he did just that.

“I’ve been protected. I’ve been directed. I’ve been corrected,” Washington told Dillard University graduates. “I’ve kept God in my life, and it’s kept me humble, so stick with him in everything you do.”

My dad’s favorite part of the speech was when Washington reminded graduates that they’ll never see a U-Haul behind a hearse.

“I don’t care how much money you make; you can’t take it with you,” Washington said. “And it’s not how much you have; it’s what you do with what you have. The most selfish thing you can do in this world is help someone else. Why is this selfish? Because of the gratification, the goodness that comes to you – the good feeling that I get from helping others. Nothing’s better than that. That’s where the joy is, in helping others. That’s where the success is.”

Washington concluded by saying, “I pray that you put your slippers way under the bed tonight, so that when you wake up in the morning, you have to get on your knees to reach them. And, while you’re down there, say thank you.”

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NEWS

Rice Legion receives Community Banking Month donation

LITTLE FALLS – Pine Country Bank made a donation of $1,000 to the Rice American Legion Post 473 as a celebration of Community Banking Month.

Each year, Pine Country Bank asks the community who they should donate to and community members nominate local organizations during the month of April. Legion commander Fred Segler and Legion adjutant Jim Hovda accepted the donation May 19.

The Rice American Legion Post 473 is a nonprofit organization of U.S. war veterans. The American Legion’s mission is, “to enhance the well-being of America’s veterans, their families, our military and our communities by our devotion to mutual helpfulness.”

The American Legion’s

PHOTO BY NATASHA BARBER

Pine Country Bank representatives Brittany Owens (from left) and Sondra VanScoik present a $1,000 check to Rice American Legion representatives Jim Hovda, adjutant, and Fred Segler, commander, May 19 at the Rice branch of Pine Country Bank. The bank made the donation on behalf of the community as part of Community Banking Month.

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Dornburg receives education accolade from VFW Post 6992 appreciative of local support in schools

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Pulse on People

St. Cloud Area Chamber president receives award

ST. CLOUD – Teresa Bohnen, president of the St. Cloud Area Chamber of Commerce, has been named Executive of the Year by the MidAmerica Chamber Executives. The honor occurred at the group’s annual conference in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, in May. The organization represents chamber executives in the six-state region of Iowa, Minnesota, Nebraska, North Dakota, South Dakota and Wisconsin. Awards were presented for Resiliency in the Face of Adversity, Digital Campaign of the Year, Event of the Year, Executive of the Year, Public Policy of the Year and Publication of the Year.

The Executive of the Year award is presented to a chamber executive who has demonstrated a vision, commitment and passion for the advancement of their chamber and community as a whole.

The nominees in this category have proven they are the gold standard in chamber leadership and have the vision for future chamber members to follow.

The Executive of the Year award included nominees from around the six-state area and recognizes high ranking chamber members for their giving spirit, many successes and humble attitude.

While these leaders take an active role in their communities, they are well respected among their peers, serve on community boards and give a helping hand whenever needed.

Bohnen was chosen for her dedication to the chamber industry and her 24 years of service to the St. Cloud area. Over the course of her 24-year tenure, she has led her organization to secure and maintain the coveted U.S. Chamber of Commerce 5-Star Accreditation. Bohnen has made her presence known in legislative circles, serving as a passionate advocate for the greater St. Cloud area.

Bohnen served for nine years on the St. Cloud Hospital Board, followed by seven years of service to the CentraCare Health System boards.

Giving back to the chamber industry, Bohnen has served on the Minnesota Chamber of Commerce Executives Board twice, once serving as its chairperson, and she also served on the American Chamber of Commerce Executives Board. Bohnen sits on the U.S. Chamber Accreditation Board.

Students named to academic lists

SAUK RAPIDS – Lori Dornburg did not grow up with a military background. Until she was married, none of her family members had served in the U.S. Armed Forces.

Yet, that did not stop the Sartell Middle School staff member from holding service men and women in high regard.

She learned her patriotism over time.

“Honor and respect for the flag and the people who fight for our freedom,” Dornburg said of what she learned.

Dornburg is the recipient of the Smart/Maher VFW National Citizenship Education Teacher Award. She was presented the award at the Sauk Rapids Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 6992 May 19 by Ryan Johnson, post commander; Terry Kipka, auxiliary president; and Karen Wolbeck, auxiliary conductress.

According to the VFW website, each year one elementary, middle and high school teacher is selected for the national award. Established in 1999 and named after VFW National Commander John Smart and retired VFW quartermas-

PHOTO BY NATASHA BARBER

Lori Dornburg (third, from left), a teacher at the Sartell Middle School, is presented the Smart/Maher National VFW Citizenship Education Teacher Award from VFW Post 6992 Auxiliary president Terry Kipka, conductress Karen Wolbeck and VFW Post 6992 commander Ryan Johnson May 19 in Sauk Rapids. Dornburg received the award at the middle school level, and the post members are appreciative for the work she does in the schools.

ter General Larry Maher, the award recognizes the teachers for their commitment to promoting civic responsibility, flag etiquette and patriotism in the classroom.

Dornburg climbed the ranks, winning both the post- and state-level awards before being entered into the national competition.

As the Sartell Middle School academics extension coordinator, Dornburg coordinates a number of activities that promote patriotism. Some include involving students in the Sauk Rapids VFW’s essay contests, such as the Patriot’s Pen or Voice of Democracy contests.

“I usually get probably six to eight applicants,” Wolbeck said of Sartell Middle School student

participation. “It’s pretty cool. I can always count on getting something from them. I know she’s taking care of it. I know she’s working on it and trying to engage these kids with these things.”

Another activity coordinated by Dornburg is Lunch with a Veteran, which is a meal shared by students and veterans around the Veterans Day holiday. She has been coordinating the event for 16 years.

“I do a Wall of Honor during the month of November where kids can bring pictures of their relatives (who have served in the military), and we do military uniform displays,” Dornburg said. “We always have a guest speaker come, and we do a schoolwide assembly.”

Dornburg said she also works with the school’s student council and the Beyond the Yellow Ribbon organization to support troops through care-package drives and blankets.

“This year, two of our teacher’s have deployed children, so we made blankets for those who are deployed and matching blankets for the families to keep at home as a connection,” Dornburg said.

Dornburg said it is important for students to recognize the significance of the nation’s military and those who have served.

“It’s a part of our history and our culture that those people who served need to be honored and respected,” she said.

As for the award, “I was humbled and honored,” she said.

LAMONI, Iowa – Nicole Treb, of Sauk Rapids, was named to the Graceland University spring term president’s list for achieving a 4.0 GPA. MENOMONIE, Wis. – Rice residents Caleb Czeck and Staci Meyer and Sauk Rapids resident Christian Towalski were named to the University of Wisconsin-Stout spring semester dean’s list for achieving a GPA of 3.5 or greater.

ST. PAUL – Emma Mader, of Sauk Rapids, was named to the Hamline University spring term dean’s list for achieving a GPA of 3.5 or greater.

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$55,000 in scholarships go to SRR grads

44 businesses, organizations contribute SAUK RAPIDS – Fifty-six students received scholarships totaling nearly $55,000 from 44 businesses and organizations in the Sauk Rapids and Rice communities during a ceremony May 19 in the Sauk Rapids-Rice High School Performing Arts Center in Sauk Rapids. Forty presenters, including Sauk Rapids-Rice High School staff and principal Karl Nohner, handed out the awards to students.

Criteria to receive a scholarship varies. Awards may be based on a student’s anticipated area of study in college, academic achievement, leadership, community involvement or other measures.

The annual scholarship awards ceremony is organized by the Sauk Rapids-Rice High School counseling office.

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Sock gnome making

Learn how to make a sock gnome with a few simple supplies. Get tips, fun examples and make your own gnome. They are easy, do not require sewing skills and may be customized. All ages welcome.

Everything needed for this do-it-yourself class will be provided to create a gnome that stands approximately 6 inches.

June 21, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Sauk Rapids-Rice High School, Osauka Drive N.E., Sauk Rapids.

4-H day camps

4-H is offering four summer day camps for first through seventh grade. Extreme Weather takes place June 10. Agsploration is June 17. Experiments Galore is June 24, and Food Detectives is July 15. See online for descriptions of each class.

June 10, 17, 24 and July 15, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Benton County Fairgrounds, 1410 Third Ave. S., Sauk Rapids.

To register or for more information on programs and costs, contact Sauk Rapids-Rice Community Education at www.isd47.org/ce or 320-258-1577.

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PUBLIC NOTICES SAUK RAPIDS-RICE INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 47 REGULAR SEMI-MONTHLY BOARD MEETING Monday, May 10, 2021 A semi-monthly meeting of the Sauk Rapids-Rice ISD 47 Board of Education was called to order by Chair Butkowski Monday, May 10, 2021 at 6:30 p.m. in the District Office Board Room.

ROLL CALL Members present included Braun, Butkowski, Hauck, Holthaus, Loidolt, Morse, and Solarz. Others present were Superintendent Bergstrom, Director of Business Services Fiereck, Director of Teaching and Learning Bushman, Director of Human Resources and Administrative Services Schoenherr, Director of Community Education Wilke, and SRRHS Principal Nohner.

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

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

PUBLIC INPUT There was no public input at 7:06 p.m.

ACTION APPROVAL OF THE DISTRICT’S ONLINE LEARNING APPLICATION A motion was made by Hauck, seconded by Braun and unanimously carried to approve the district’s online learning application as per the Minnesota Department of Education (MDE).

APPROVAL OF THE MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING (MOU) A motion was made by Solarz, seconded by Morse and unanimously carried to approve the MOU, which is non-precedent setting and allows a specified non-certified staff member, who voluntarily resigned to be eligible for reapplication and rehire at their level of seniority on 05.07.21. The MOU is effective until 06.30.22 and is an agreement with the SEIU 284, the individual and the district.

ADOPTION OF POLICY #206 A motion was made by Holthaus, seconded by Solarz and unanimously carried to adopt the following policy.

• #206 (Public Participation in School Board Meetings/Complaints about Persons at School Board Meetings and Data

REGULAR MEETING SAUK RAPIDS CITY COUNCIL SAUK RAPIDS GOVERNMENT CENTER, 250 Summit Ave N. Monday, May 10, 2021 6:00PM MINUTES 1. Call to Order and Pledge of Allegiance Mayor Kurt Hunstiger called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.

All members present.

2. Additions or Changes to the Agenda Ross Olson requested to add Whitebox Marketing as 11-A and Entrance to Park Landscaping as agenda item 11-B. 3. Approve the Agenda Motion: Moved by Councilperson Seamans and seconded by Councilperson Sauer to approve the Agenda as amended. Motion carried unanimously.

4. Approve Minutes A. 04-26-2021 Regular City Council Meeting Minutes Motion: Moved by Councilperson Thronson and seconded by Councilperson Ellering to approve the 04-26-2021 Regular City Council Meeting Minutes. Motion carried unanimously.

B. 05-05-2021 Special City Council Meeting Minutes Motion: Moved by Councilperson Thronson and seconded by Councilperson Seamans to approve the 05-05-2021 Special City Council Meeting Minutes. Motion carried unanimously with Councilperson Sauer abstaining from the vote.

5. Receive and File NONE 6. Mayor’s Communications • 2021 Sauk Rapids Citizen of the Year, Steve Reese—Mayor Hunstiger and Ross Olson recognized Steve Reese as the 2021 Sauk Rapids Citizen of the Year. Reese was nominated for the vital volunteer service that he provides in central Minnesota.

Reese leads Cub Scout Pack 8 in Sauk Rapids. He also works as a Sheriff’s Deputy. Mayor Hunstiger read a Mayoral Proclamation proclaiming May 10th Steve Reese day in the City of Sauk Rapids. Mayor Hunsitger thanked Reese for his volunteerism and leadership in the community.

7. Audience Items/Visitors Total Time Limit 2 Minutes for Items NOT on the Agenda NONE 8. Public Hearings NONE 9. Consent Agenda A. Approve and Authorize Amusement Permit for Sauk Rapids Market’s Farmers Market at Coborn’s B. Approve 2021 Fire Department Chief Position C. Approve One Probationary Fire Fighter as a Full Member D. Approve Posting Vacant Firefighter Positions E. Approve Staff/City Council Member Attendance to the 2021 EDAM Summer/Fall Conference F. Approve 2021 Plumbing and Mechanical Contractor Licenses G. Approve Activation of Grant and Purchase of Wildland Gear H. Approve Radio Promotion Donation

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Privacy Considerations) is a “recommended policy” and will replace current policy #206 (Public Participation in School Board Meetings/Complaints about Persons at School Board Meetings and Data Privacy Considerations).

This policy required one reading as no substantive changes were recommended.

ADOPTION OF POLICY #511 A motion was made by Braun, seconded by Morse and unanimously carried to adopt the following policy.

• #511 (Student Fundraising) is a “mandatory policy” and will replace current policy #511 (Student Fundraising).

This policy required one reading as no substantive changes were recommended.

ADOPTION OF POLICY #513 A motion was made by Morse, seconded by Holthaus and unanimously carried to adopt the following policy.

• #513 (Student Promotion, Retention and Program Design) is a “recommended policy” and will replace current policy #513 (Student Promotion, Retention and Program Design).

This policy required one reading as no substantive changes were recommended.

ADOPTION OF POLICY #565 A motion was made by Hauck, seconded by Solarz and unanimously carried to adopt the following policy.

• #565 (School District and Booster Club Relationship) is a “recommended policy” and will replace current policy #565 (School District and Booster Club Relationship).

This policy required one reading as no substantive changes were recommended.

ADOPTION OF POLICY #613 A motion was made by Braun, seconded by Hauck and unanimously carried to adopt the following policy.

• #613 (Graduation Requirements) is a “recommended policy” and will replace current policy #613 (Graduation Requirements).

This policy required two readings before adoption due to recommended changes.

ADJOURNMENT With no further business appearing before the Board, a motion was made by Solarz, seconded by Holthaus and carried to adjourn the Board meeting at 8:18 p.m.

Respectfully submitted, Lisa J. Braun, Board of Education Clerk Sauk Rapids-Rice ISD 47 R-21-1B

SUMMONS NOTICE STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF BENTON DISTRICT COURT SEVENTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT Court File No.: 05-FA-21-781 Case Type: Dissolution without Children SUMMONS Without Real Estate In Re the Marriage of: Elizabeth Renee Berry Petitioner and Paris Terrill Berry Respondent THE STATE OF MINNESOTA TO THE ABOVENAMED RESPONDENT: WARNING: Your spouse has filed a lawsuit against you for dissolution of your marriage. A copy of the paperwork regarding the lawsuit is served on you with this summons.

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spouse) has filed a lawsuit against you asking for dissolution of your marriage (divorce). A copy of the Petition for Dissolution of Marriage is attached to this Summons.

2. You must serve upon Petitioner and file with the court a written Answer to the Petition for Dissolution of Marriage, and you must pay the required filing fee.

Answer forms are available from the court adminstrator’s office. You must serve your Answer upon Petitioner within thirty (30) days of the date you were served with this Summons, not counting the day of service.

If you do not serve and file your Answer, the court may give your spouse everything he or she is asking for in the Petition for Dissolution of Marriage.

3. This proceeding does not involve real property.

IF YOU VIOLATE ANY OF THESE PROVISIONS, YOU WILL BE SUBJECT TO SANCTIONS BY THE COURT Dated: May 7, 2021 /s/ Elizabeth Renee Berry Sauk Rapids, MN

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE is hereby given that the City Council of the City of Sauk Rapids will meet in the Sauk Rapids Government Center—Council Chambers, 250 Summit Ave. N, Sauk Rapids, Minnesota 56379 at 6:00 p.m. on June 14, 2021, to conduct a public hearing for Liquor Licenses.

This public hearing is to consider an On-Sale Intoxicating License, Special Sunday License, Off-Sale 3.2 Beer License, and Seasonal Outdoor Sales within the City of Sauk Rapids for the License year of July 1, 2021 – June 30, 2022.

Any person wishing to express an opinion on the matter I. Approve Abatement Agreement for Enforcing Code on is invited to do so in writing or orally at the time of the public hearing. Inquiries should be directed to Dana Furman, City Eide Property J. Approve Change Order No. 1 to the 2021 Pleasantwood Clerk, at 320-258-5303 during normal working hours or to: Sauk Rapids Government Center Addition Improvements Project 250 Summit Ave N. K. Approve Change Order No. 1 to the 2021 Overlay ImSauk Rapids, MN 56379 provements R-21-1B L. Approve Downtown Decorative Lights Motion: Moved by Councilperson Sauer and seconded by Councilperson Seamans SUMMARY OF PUBLICATION ORDINANCE No. to approve consent agenda items 9A-9L. Motion carried unan2021-797 imously.

10. Regular Agenda The following is the official summary of Ordinance No. NONE 2021-797 approved by the Sauk Rapids City Council on May 11. Other Staff Items 24, 2021: A. Whitebox Marketing-Ross Olson noted that the City has AN ORDINANCE REGULATING SUMP PUMP DISbeen looking to Whitebox Marketing for help with naming CHARGE. It is the intent and effect of this Ordinance to rethe new park venue and the park buildings in Southside and duce hazardous effects of sump pump discharge onto public Lions Park. Olson explained that the Riverside Park Project right of way by requiring connection to public underground Committee of the Council has been meeting with Whitebox to drainage tile where available, and to clarify liability of propattempt to brand the park. erty owners for their connection to the underground drain tile.

The Council agreed by consensus for the subcommittee to A complete, printed copy of the ordinance is available for continue working with Whitebox Marketing and come back to inspection by any person during regular office hours at City the Council with a recommendation.

Hall or the entire Fee Schedule may be viewed on the City’s B. Entrance to Park—Ross Olson discussed the large rocks for website at www.ci.sauk-rapids.mn.us. the Lions Club and the Sportsmen’s Club, which are currently R-21-1B located at the entrance to the promenade at Southside/Lions Park. Olson said that with the recent improvements at Southside and Lions Park, there has been discussions with the PubNOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS lic Works staff as well as the Mayor as to what could be done NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Benton County to spruce up this entrance area. He noted that the landscaper, Planning Commission will conduct public hearings on June JK Landscape, currently working on the site has agreed to add 10th, 2021 the Commissioner’s Room, Benton County Govornamental grass, plantings, and mulch to this area as well as ernment Center, Foley, and beginning at 7:00 p.m. The Planshifting the large rocks for $3,800. Olson stated that also in- ning Commission will hear the following: cluded in this proposal is the relocating the bike fix-it station 1. Oak Hill Estates LLC, requesting approval of a 1 lot that was donated by the Rotary Club. He said that the bike minor preliminary plat entitled “Gilman Preserve Plat 2” in repair station will need to be moved to a more appropriate lo- the Agricultural District. Pursuant to Section 10.7. The affectcation. He said that after talking to the Public Works Director, ed property is described as follows: part of the N1/2 NE1/4, staff would want to discuss with the Rotary Club where the Section 34, Alberta Township. bike repair station might be more appropriately placed. Olson 2. Kenneth Puchalla requesting approval of a 2 lot minor said that the City greatly appreciates its service clubs, like the preliminary plat entitled “Puchalla Estates” in the Agricultural Lions, Rotary, and Sporstmen’s Club, and aims to maintain the District. Pursuant to Section 10.7. the affected property is great relationship that the City has with these organizations. described as follows: Part of the NW1/4 NW1/4, Section 2, The Council agreed by consensus to move forward with Mayhew Lake Township. the $3,800 additional landscape proposal.

3. Clint and Tina Buchner requesting a conditional use 12. Other Council Items and Communications permit to construct a storage structure without a single-family NONE dwelling or other principal building in the R-1 Residential 13. Approve List of Bills and Claims District. Pursuant to Sections 7.4, 9.1.2B(1) and 11.6. The Motion: Moved by Councilperson Thronson and seconded by affected property is descripted as follows: Lot 5, Block 1, Councilperson Sauer to approve the List of Bills and Claims. Lakewood Shores, Section 15, Watab Township.

Motion carried unanimously.

ANYONE with comments regarding the above will be 14. Adjournment heard at this meeting.

Motion: Moved by Councilperson Thronson and seconded by Contact the Department of Development if you’d like to Councilperson Sauer to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried attend the meeting by phone or computer. Email Roxanne unanimously.

Achman at Roxanne.Achman@co.benton.mn.us or by phone: Mayor Hunstiger adjourned the meeting at 6:29 p.m.

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Police Activity Report May 17-23 May 22, 10:04 p.m. – complaints 2, domestic while driving, and the Sauk Rapids was issued a Police Department Officers responded to calls 2, DUIs/DWIs driver possible gunshots on the 2, escorts 2, suicidal verbal warning. Driver 600 block of Seventh Street South.

Only one reported call was received by dispatch.

Officers located several gatherings of people in the area but did not hear any gunfire.

I n c i d e n t s : Miscellaneous calls 25, assists 24, medical calls 19, warnings 15, suspicious activity reports 14, welfare checks 12, alarms 9, animals 7, disturbances 6, human services reports 6, child calls 6, unwanted persons 5, fraud complaints 4, firework calls 3, missing persons 3, tows 3, civil

May 21, 9:40 p.m. – While on patrol, an officer was approached by a 3-year-old boy who expressed interest in first responders. The boy’s mother explained that the boy had a tour scheduled of the fire department for his birthday, but due to the coronavirus pandemic, the fire department had to cancel. Officer proceeded to escort and perform a brief tour of the Sauk Rapids Fire Department with the child and family.

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May 19, 9:46 a.m.

– Officer observed a driver pass the intersection of West Main Street and River Road Northeast while holding a cell phone to her ear. She stated she had just received a call and was transferring it to the Bluetooth device.

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SPORTS

Storm takes second at Tech Season-best efforts continue as girls track and field conference meet approaches

BY TOM FENTON STAFF WRITER

The time is now for the Sauk Rapids-Rice girls track and field team to be at their best.

And, the Storm appear to be inching closer to that goal.

SRR finished second in the Tech Triangular May 26 at Tiger Stadium in St. Cloud, finishing with 36 points over host school by eight points.

Brainerd won the title with 111 points.

With the two biggest meets of the season on the horizon, coach Loren Finlayson is pleased with the progress.

“It was a great tuneup for conference and sections,” Finlayson said.

The Central Lakes Conference Championships are scheduled for Thursday, June 3, at Sauk RapidsRice Middle School in Sauk Rapids.

The Storm had a firstplace finish from seventh grader Ruby Gustofson

and 4. Bemboom 1:08.0.

300 hurdles: 3. Marketon 2:50.46, 6. Juntunen-Novak 2:58.98, 7. Karasch 2:59.25 and 8. Rogholt 3:01.67.

1,600 relay: 2. Bemboom, Petermeier, Fernholz and Felchle 4:20.36. Shot put: 3. Cullen 30 feet, 8 inches and 8. Lauren Vanvickle 25-2. Discus: 2. Cullen 100-4, 4. Brooke Mushatt 95-4, 7. Ajiah Quach 79-4 and 8. Olivia Bauer 78-10.

Long jump: 2. Floren 157, 6. Fernholz 14-3 and 8.

Josalynn Morford 13-8 1/2.

Triple jump: 2. Martinson 31-10. High jump: 2. Floren SRR top eight 5-2. finishers: 3,200 relay: Fergus Falls Quad 2. Petermeier, JuntunenAt the Fergus Falls Novak, Marketon and Quad May 20 in Fergus Karasch 11 minutes, 31.6 seconds, and 4. Trinity Maki, Falls, SRR finished fourth Claire Rogholt, Amelia in warm conditions but Reker and Elka Sowada managed 13 season-best 12:26.31. 100 hurdles: 3. performances, including Delia Gustofson 18.00, 7. the 400 team of Fernholz, Ruby Gustofson 19.01 and Annika Broman, Felchle 8. Darci Peterson 19.13. and Floren and the 1,600 800 relay: 3. Bemboom, of Bemboom, Petermeier, Martinson, Broman and Ava Athman 1:58.1. 1,600: 2. Fernholz and Felchle.

“The 4x100 relay Petermeier 5:48.6, 6. Reker had their best time of the 6:39.2 and 7. Sowada 6:47.2.

400 relay: 3. Fernholz, year by nearly a second,” Broman, Felchle and Floren Finlayson said. “The 53.3. 400: 3. Athman 1:07.7 4x400 team had their best

in the 300-meter hurdles.

Second-place finishes came from the 3,200 relay of Sienna Petermeier, Ava Juntunen-Novak, Aubrey Marketon and Brynn Karasch; Petermeier in the 1,600; the 1,600 relay of Addison Bemboom, Petermeier, Gabrielle Fernholz and Mackenzie Felchle; Hailee Cullen in the discus; Justus Floren in the long jump and triple jump; and Aneleise Martinson in the triple jump.

time by over five seconds.

Before that race, I told the girls they were going to run a 4 minute, 25 second, and they beat that by running 4:24.11.”

SRR top eight finishers: 3,200 relay: 3.

Reker, Karasch, Rogholt and Maki 12:26.07. 100 hurdles: 5. Delia Gustofson 18.21. 100: 2. Floren 13.42.

800 relay: 3. Bemboom, Martinson, Broman and Athman 1:58.51. 1,600: 6.

Petermeier 5:55.51. 400 relay: 2. Fernholz, Broman, Felchle and Floren 53.44, 7. Emma Hardy, Vivian Coss, Alanna Stier and Hannah Solarz 59.93, and 8. Brielle Andvik, Olivia Bauer, Kirsten Dubbels and Natalie Stiegel 1:01.18.

300 hurdles: 5. Ruby Gustofson 53.58 and 6.

Delia Gustofson 54.32. 800: 5. Petermeier 2:41.41 and 8.

Reker 3:02.68. 1,600 relay: 2. Bemboom, Petermeier, Fernholz and Felchle 4:21.11. Shot put: 6. Cullen 30-4. Discus: 3. Cullen 97-9 and 8. Petermeier 800. Long jump: 2. Floren 16-0 1/2. Triple jump: 2.

Martinson 32-2 1/4. High jump: 2. Floren 5-2.

Young Storm’n Sabres complete regular season Sauk Rapids-Rice/Sartell boys at 5-7 entering playoffs

BY TOM FENTON | STAFF WRITER

Standings usually do not lie.

The Sauk RapidsRice/Sartell boys lacrosse team found that out when they lost a 23-7 decision to Chisago Lakes May 20 in their regular-season finale.

The powerful Wildcats overwhelmed the young Storm’n Sabres while improving to 111. SRRS finished the regular season 5-7 and are preparing for the section tournament, which starts Tuesday, June 1, at a site to be determined.

Chisago Lakes kept Storm’n Sabres leading scorer Aiden Hilger in check. He scored one goal and assisted on another.

SRRS also had goals from Easton Portner,

John Claypool, Alec Hamak, Camron Rohe and Parker McCabe.

Claypool led the team with three assists.

Coach Jake Sailor said he is happy with

the progress of the team, which has only four seniors. Hilger, a junior, led the team with 37 goals and 24 assists. Portner finished with 19 goals, and Claypool scored 12 and added 19 assists.

“I am happy that we were able to have a season this spring with not having one last spring,” Sailor said. “We have a

great group of guys. Every guy on the team truly enjoys playing lacrosse and makes practices fun.

We have a long way to go to where we want to be, but we are headed in the right direction. For the playoffs, we want to play the best four quarters of lacrosse that we have to offer.”

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Storm boys get 3 first-place finishes at Tech

BY TOM FENTON | STAFF WRITER

The Sauk Rapids-Rice boys track team are starting see their names closer to the top of the results sheet.

That trend continued when the Storm had three first-place finishes at the Tech Invitational May 26 at Tiger Stadium in St. Cloud. A deep Brainerd team won the title with 87 points. The Storm finished third with 40 points – eight behind the host Tigers.

Winning their respective events for SRR were junior Carter Loesch in the 110-meter hurdles (16.16 seconds), senior Cole Gauerke in the 400 (54.18) and senior Ethan Opsahl in the high jump (5 feet, 6 inches).

“We had a great meet all around,” said head coach Rod Fuchs. “The boys performed very well. We had personal records for many kids.”

Fuchs said freshmen Walker Loesch and Ismael Traore had personal bests in events, and Will White improved on his shot put and Lars Wilson had a personal best in discus. Lucas Hoffman and Alex Ostendorf dropped 30 seconds in the 3,200, he said.

The timing for the improvement could not be better as the Storm are the host school for the Central Lakes Conference meet Thursday, June 3, at Sauk Rapids-Rice Middle School in Sauk Rapids.

SRR top eight finishers: 3,200 relay: 3. Jacob Blackmore, Logan Demarais, Mason Foss and Hoffman 10:06.87. 110 hurdles: 1. Carter Loesch 16.16 and 4. Walker Loesch 19.85. 800 relay: 3. Austin Jansky, Chayce Larocque, Christopher Marten-Rosenow and Ryan Moilanen 1:43.4. 1,600: 3. Kieran Hixson 5:34.3, 4. Blackmore 5:57.6, 5. Benjamin Reker 5:58.3, 6. Collin Wiebe 6:14.0 and 7. Christian Ditto 6:16.7. 400 relay: 2. Will White, Jansky, Marten-Rosenow and Austin Horn 48.8. 400: 1. Gauerke 54.18, 4. Jared Bentrud 55.66 and 8. Moilanen. 300 hurdles: 2. Jack O’Brien 44.75 and 4. Walker Loesch 50.97. 800: 8. Reker 2:43.03. 200: 4.

White 25.34 and 8. Zachary Kosloske 26.16. 3,200: 3.

Ostendorf 11:01.66 and 5. Hoffman 12:24.29. 1,600 relay: 2. Carter Loesch, O’Brien, Bentrud and Gauerke 3:38.59. Shot put: 5. White 41-6 1/2 and 8. Aaron Reichard 37-5 1/2. Discus: 6. Reichard 101-6 and 8.

O’Brien 96-2. Long jump: 5. Horn 18-7, 6. Bradyn Petrek 16-6 and 7. Braeden Holt 16-5 1/2. Triple jump: 3. Walker Loesch 34-7 and 5. Traore 32-3. High jump: 1.

Opsahl 5-6 and 4. Owen Chilson 5-2. Pole vault: 2. Reid Johnson 11-0 and 4. Preston Marotte 8-6.

Fergus Falls Quad The Storm placed fourth in the Fergus Falls Quad May 20 in Fergus Falls. Senior Jared Bentrud led the way, winning the 800 by more than four seconds with a time of 2:10.19. Junior Austin Horn earned a first-place finish in the long jump at 19-5 3/4.

SRR top right finishers: 3,200 relay: 4. Blackmore, Reker, Ditto and Foss 10:43.7. 110 hurdles: 2. Carter Loesch 16.29 and 5. O’Brien 18.01. 800 relay: 2. Isaac Juetten, Larocque, Jansky and Moilanen 1:41.42.

1,600: 3. Bentrud 4:54.09 and 5. Ostendorf 5:03.47. 400 relay: 3. White, Gauerke, Marten-Rosenow and Horn 47.43, and 6. Dominic Sander, Kaden Theis, Bradyn Petrek and Reichard 51.59. 400: 4. Gauerke 57.04 and 8. Tyrelle Moody 58.23. 300 hurdles: 2. Carter Loesch 43.24, 4. O’Brien 46.57 and 5. Walker Loesch 50.88.

800: 1. Bentrud 2:10.19. 200: 7. Moilanen 25.33. 3,200: 7. Ostendorf 11:36.31. 1,600 relay: 1. Carter Loesch, O’Brien, Bentrud and Gauerke 3:40.9. Shot put: 4.

White 39-10 and 6. Reichard 37-6. Discus: 6. O’Brien 115-02. Long jump: 1. Horn 19-5 3/4. Triple jump: 7.

Traore 32-2 1/2. High jump: 3. Carter Loesch 5-8 and 4.

Opsahl 5-6. Pole vault: 6. Johnson 10-0 and 8. Marotte 8-0.

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SPORTS

Cathedral rides wind to

12-2 win over Storm

Softball section playoffs start next week

BY TOM FENTON | STAFF WRITER

A few things were certain as the Sauk Rapids-Rice softball sof so f team took the field May 25 against Cathedral.

One, O On n there would be no such thing as a routine fly ball.

A An And n two, home runs were likely not going to be an issue.

Strong sustained winds and wind gusts made things in interesting nte te and had dust blowing everywhere as the C Crusaders ru played errorless defense and used their speed in a 112-2 victory over the Storm at Sauk Rapids-Rice High S School ch in Sauk Rapids.

Cathedral’s defense was tight despite the blustery cconditions on and also had four players with at least two ssteals tea while improving to 12-8. The Crusaders jumped to a 55-0 -0 lead in the first inning helped by two Storm errors.

Pitcher Anna Schave took the loss for SRR, giving up nnine in hits while striking out six. Senior Brooke Petermeier had had two of six Storm hits.

Softball page 24 PHOTO BY TOM FENTON

Saau Rapids-Rice senior softball players and their parents SSauk Sau ccelebrated ele their accomplishments, accepting gifts and hugs ffrom rom teammates before a wind-swept May 25 game against Cathedral C at at Sauk Rapids-Rice High School in Sauk Rapids. The Crusaders C ru got off to a quick start on their way to a 12-2 victory over o ve the Storm.

Storm pick up one, drop two as season nears close Randt: The section is wide open

BY JAKOB KOUNKEL STAFF WRITER

Storm hardballers took to the diamond three times this week, dropping a game to Willmar, picking up a win against Becker and finding defeat against Bemidji. That brings the Sauk RapidsRice varsity baseball team to 5-10 overall but with a 4-1 section record.

Against Bemidji, who assistant coach Cody Randt said is a tough team, the Storm fell to a 10-run deficit, 14-4, ending the May 24 game after the bottom of the sixth inning on Bemidji’s home field.

The game was heavily lopsided in Bemidji’s favor from the get-go, though the last time the teams played was a much closer contest. The home team put up a crooked number in every frame except the bottom of the fourth, scoring multiple runs in most innings.

The Storm’s offense was mostly absent until the fourth inning.

Dane Dingmann put a charge into a fastball over

the heart of the plate.

“Dinger got a nice fastball up in the zone and drove it over the fence,” Randt said.

Up until the Dingmann home run, the Storm were hitless. Even though they put up three runs in the top of the third, Bemidji responded with four in the bottom of the inning to seal the game.

The Storm pitched by committee, using starter Alex Harren and then moving to Brandon Bokelman and Owen Arndt. Combined, they had a hard time staying in the zone and gave up 10 earned runs on 12 hits and seven walks. They also fanned seven.

Offensively, the Storm only recorded five hits on the day and punched out eight times.

Dingmann, Andrew Wollak, Matt Krepp and Caleb Neeser, who pinch hit, each tacked on a RBI. SRR 11, Becker 6 Saving one of the team’s most consistent and reliable pitchers for the section game, Landon Lunser, a senior, did what

he needed to do: Lunser kept Becker in check as the Storm’s offense came alive for support at Bob Cross Field May 21 in Sauk Rapids.

It was not Lunser’s best game on the bump, giving up four earned runs on seven hits and two walks, but he filled up the strike zone per usual, throwing nearly 70% strikes on the day. Allin-all, Randt said, he did what he had to do to get the job done.

“That was a good win,” Randt said. “With Landon starting for us, he’s one of our seniors who’ve led us on the mound all year. Every single time he goes out there, he’s going to give us a chance to win.”

The top of the Storm’s order delivered in a big way. Between Dominic Mathies, Terrence Moody, Noah Jensen, Dingmann, Jeff Solorz and Bokelman, the top six hitters put up 10 hits combined. Mathies led the team in the leadoff spot with three hits in the game.

Dingmann tallied three RBIs as Jensen, Bokelman and Harren each got two for themselves.

Connor Hemker also recorded a RBI.

“Consistency has been huge for us,” Randt said.

“We just need to be more consistent at the plate and more aggressive.”

Willmar 11, SRR 2 “That one was tough,” Randt said about the May 20 game against Willmar.

“We struggled to get the bats going.”

SRR fell 11-2 to the Cardinals in Sauk Rapids.

Willmar’s offense put up runs in every inning except the top of the fifth.

The Storm only notched two runs in the game, both from a Moody single that scored Wollak and Arndt.

The game was a testament to the SRR season Achilles’ heel of consistent offense, Randt said.

As the sections approach, with only three games to play between two days until playoff baseball starts, Randt said the coaches are working on building momentum going into the last few games and practices.

They are also confident about their prospects for winning in section play.

“No matter where we fall in seedings, I think we’re going to have a great opportunity to make some noise, which I think will be fun to see,” Randt said.

They will work on tangible items throughout the remainder of the season, like being aggressive at the plate, especially early in the count.

“Especially with our hitters, I feel like maybe we’ve been taking some pitches that are pitches we should be putting the bat

on and driving,” Randt said.

Randt said the Storm have played nearly every game this season close, even if the final score does not always reflect that.

“Records don’t tell the whole story,” Randt said. “Our section is pretty much wide open.”

Photos from these games now available online Boys tennis versus Willmar Girls softball versus Cathedral Find them online at saukrapidsherald.com under ‘photos’

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Softball from page 22 PHOTOS BY TOM FENTON

Sauk Rapids-Rice junior shortstop Corina Miller picks up the ball before throwing to first as the Storm softball team faced Cathedral May 25 at Sauk Rapids-Rice High School in Sauk Rapids. Cathedral scored five times in the first inning as the Storm defense struggled in the wind.

Monticello came to Sauk Rapids May 24 and returned home with an 8-2 win. The Storm avoided the shutout with two runs in the bottom of the seventh inning. Ella Gunderson and Schave each had two hits.

The Storm hosted a hot Bemidji team in a doubleheader May 21. The Lumberjacks, who have won nine straight, left town with 10-0 and 11-1 fiveinning victories. SRR did not commit an error in the second game and got hits from Petermeier, Schave, Hailey Arnold and Catie Gilbertson in the nightcap.

Schave, Arnold and Gilbertson each had a hit in the opener.

In a game that was delayed May 19 and concluded the next day due to weather, Tech scored three runs in both the fifth and sixth innings to steal a 15-14 victory in St. Cloud.

Libbey Mayse, Corina Miller and Lexi Helmin each had multiple-hit games for the Storm, which will begin the section playoffs Tuesday, June 1.

Sauk Rapids-Rice junior catcher Brooke Petermeier fires to second base as the Storm faced Cathedral May 25 at Sauk Rapids-Rice High School in Sauk Rapids. The Crusaders used a big first inning to get past the Storm, 12-2.

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