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Flushing begins Monday SAUK RAPIDS – The Sauk Rapids Public Works Department will begin Áushing water lines Sept. 12. The public may experience low pressure from time to time during the Áushing procedure, however do not be alarmed, it will only be for a short duration lasting less than one hour. If the water from your tap becomes discolored during this time, let your tap
run until it clears. It should not take more than 10 to 20 minutes. The discoloration is not a hazard, only an aesthetic nuisance. The discoloration is mineral deposits of manganese and iron and is one of the reasons the department Áushes the system. The project should be completed in two to three weeks. For questions call Craig Nelson at (320) 258-5318.
Kostreba retires, two firefighters hired
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Rice Fire Chief Scott Janski (right) congratulated retiree Brian Kostreba with a framed uniform. Kostreba retired from the Rice Fire Department after serving the city for 26 years. by NATASHA BARBER STAFF WRITER
RICE — Members of the city council, Àre department and community of Rice thanked and congratulated Brian Kostreba for his 26 years of service on the Rice Fire Department Tuesday evening. Kostreba retired from the Àre department July 15. But as one member was leaving, the city was welcoming two more. The recommendation to hire Tyler Martinez and Blake Phenow was also approved at the Sept. 6 meeting. In other council news: • City engineer Mike Rardin, of Bolten & Menk, Inc., updated the council on city water projects which had been submitted for the 2017 Drinking Water Revolving Fund Project Priority List (PPL). Three of the four projects — construct well No. 4, rehabilitate the water treatment plant, and water main looping —were approved and have made it on the list at the draft level. The Drinking Water Revolving Fund helps communities build drinking water storage, treatment and distri-
bution systems that comply with standards in the Safe Drinking Water Act. Municipals apply to be considered for funding in future projects. The city of Rice’s projects can remain on the draft list without renewal for up to Àve years. If at any time the municipal plans to act on a project they can request the project be considered at the funding level and would be eligible for possibly low interest loans or grant funding. Yet, there is no guarantee the project would be funded as the state prioritizes all projects. Essentially, getting the projects on the (PPL) is the Àrst step in future planning of the ventures. • Approved the rezoning, ordinance and authorized the publication of said ordinance regarding the rezoning of 250 Division Street N. • Approved gathering permits for both a private party at the Eighth Avenue SW cul de sac and for a community event speciÀed as Back to Church Sunday. The event is set for Sept. 18 in the city lot north of the pump station. It is sponsored by the Rice Community Church.
Legion to host 9/11 memorial service RICE — The Rice American Legion Post No. 428 will host a memorial remembrance recognizing the 15th anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001 Attack on America. Don’t miss the opportunity to remember, honor and pray for the families and relatives of the victims of this brutal attack. The event will be held on Sunday, Sept. 11, 7 p.m. at the Rice Memorial Monument across from
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the Old Creamery Café. The 20-minute program will include local clergy, public safety, military and music from noted bagpiper Joe Linnemann. Guests are advised to bring lawn chairs. Coffee and cake will be provided after the ceremony at the Rice American Legion. For more information contact Don Miklos (320) 584-5825 or Jim Hovda (320) 393-4339.
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Schrauts shine through silverware Couple creates yard art, jewelry by NATASHA BARBER STAFF WRITER
RICE—What do you get when you combine 14 spoon ends, two handles, a drawer pull, some welding and a whole lot of thought? Well, if you’re Mark or Monica Schraut, you get a piece of Monark yard art. The Schrauts, owners of Monark Hand Created Silverware Lawn Ornaments and Jewelry have been busy over the last week, ramping up their inventory for the 20th Annual Old Creamery Arts & Craft Show Saturday, Sept. 10 and Sunday, Sept. 11. They’ll offer a variety of yard art for purchase from Áowers to dragonÁies; angels to crosses, as well as, various jewelry pieces, bookmarks, money clips and more. “It started when I saw an idea on Pinterest,” said Monica, referring to a piece of lawn art. “I was tired of going and buying stuff in the store that wasn’t made well or rusted and fell apart. I asked Mark if he could show me how to do it.” The process of making silverware yard art is not a simple task. Mark advised Monica that it involved welding, something she hadn’t experienced. He began tinkering and tweaking, using trial and error and
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Monica and Mark Schraut, owners of Monark Hand Created Silverware Lawn Ornaments and Jewelry, will be showcasing and selling their work at the 20th Annual Old Creamery Arts & Craft Show this upcoming weekend.
eventually came up with a Ànished product for his wife. “A lot of people think it’s simple,” Mark said. “But I’m using some very expensive tools. You can’t cut stainless with just anything.” That was Àve years ago. From there, the business expanded through word of mouth, Monica began creating smaller, intricate jewelry pieces and the Schrauts began attending arts and crafts shows around the state. This will be the fourth year they have shown in Rice. “Arts and crafts shows are what works well for us,”
Mark said. “We’d like to do more shows than we do, but we just don’t have the time. If I was retired, I would be able to get some stock built up. But right now, I get over 100 pieces made and go to a show and come back with next to nothing. I can’t make it fast enough.” Mark also owns Mark’s Carburetor & Magneto Service in Rice and Monica teaches at Stride Academy in St. Cloud. Working with silverware is a past-time and they both hope to expand and continue the side-business after retirement.
“It’s fun. I think it will be something we do during retirement. Plus it’s lucrative. I’ve got a lot of ideas in my head, but, like I said, I just don’t have the time,” Mark said. But time is something Mark’s been given extra of recently. After being diagnosed with cancer in August 2015 and battling his disease for the last year, Mark can now call himself a cancer survivor.
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Overcoming the world,
one step at a time by ANNA SALDANA STAFF WRITER
RICE – Determination can mean different things for each person. For Jacob Kruger, it means being the best runner and wrestler he can be. Jacob was born with retinitis pigmentosa, a genetic form of blindness. But that hasn’t stopped him. “He feels like he has no obstacles in life,” said Ann Kruger, Jacob’s mom. “He’s a straight “A” student and is active in a lot of things.” He has learned a lot from his older brother, Matthew, who shares the condition. Matthew ran cross country for several years when he was in middle and high school; Jacob quickly followed in his footsteps. Jacob is now in his fourth season of running with the team, something he enjoys a lot. “I really like meeting new people,” Jacob said. “It also helps me with wrestling, but I enjoy being on the team too. My teammates are fun to be with.” For the past two years, Sheila Merriman was running with him on the courses during practices and meets. However, this season, Sauk Rapids-Rice High School hired Cameron Smith, a junior at St. Cloud State University, to run with Jacob.
“It’s nice to have him. m. h It will be great to run with the same person all the time, rather than switching people all the time,” Jacob said. “He also learns to have that trust factor when running with someone,” Ann said. “He relies on them to help him on the course.” Jacob feels like running with someone makes him a better runner too. “I don’t know what it’s like to run without someone during a race, and I wouldn’t be able to run if it weren’t for them,” Jacob said. “I really have to focus on them to get through a race. They tell me everything. I can’t imagine running without someone now.” Team captain Danny Sertich doesn’t understand how Jacob can run like he does. “I don’t know how he does it sometimes,” Sertich said. “There are holes everywhere and the course is uneven, but he never trips. It’s quite amazing.” One of Jacob’s greatest motivators is the cheering from the sidelines. Teammates, coaches and runners from other teams often cheer for him or come up to him after a race. “That has to be motivational for him,” Ann said. “It’s very fun to watch.” “I’ll be running and someone will say ‘keep go-
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Jacob Kruger is a runner for the Sauk Rapids-Rice cross country team, where he runs with Cameron Smith during practices and meets. Jacob was born with retinis pigmentosa, a genetic form of blindness, but that hasn’t stopped him from participating in sports like cross country and wrestling.
ing Sauk Rapids.’ They don’t even know my name and they are cheering for me,” Jacob said. To many people, Jacob is a very positive and motivational person. He feels
like nothing can get in his way. “There aren’t too many obstacles in my way,” Jacob said. “I will try just about anything and if I like it, I’ll do it again.”
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Sauk Rapids Middle School students gathered in the commons area of the building before the Àrst bell.
Grace Beierman (from left), 6, Austin Beierman, 10, and Abigale High, 6, were eager to begin their Àrst day of school. They were the Àrst students to arrive at the Rice Elementary Kids’ Club program Tuesday morning.
Emoni Ratcliff was the Àrst member of the Sauk Rapids-Rice Pleasantview Elementary cashier Cheryl Smith (left) and Class of 2020 to pass through a line of upperclassmen in the cafeteria staff Carla Schreifels made preparations for school high school gym on the Àrst day of school. Ratcliff is in ninth lunch. grade. Eighth graders Ella Nelson (left) and Allyson Cartsensen-Boe were dropped off for school at the Sauk Rapids-Rice Middle School Sept. 6.
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High school freshman made their way into the school after riding the bus. The freshman experience a day of orientation with Link Crew leaders before sophomores, juniors and seniors began Wednesday.
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Thursday, Sept. 8, 6:30 p.m. — Jesus Cares Bible Class, a class for people with special needs. Petra Lutheran Church, 1049 First Avenue N, Sauk Rapids. This class is free of charge and open to people of all faiths. For more information contact Pastor Prell (320) 252-0120, pastor@petralutheran. com or Judy Vosen (320) 293-4545, judycr58@yahoo.com
Upperclassmen welcome ninth grade by NATASHA BARBER STAFF WRITER
SAUK RAPIDS — Tuesday marked the Àrst day of school for many students in the Sauk Rapids-Rice District and across the state. However, the halls of the high school weren’t Áooded with sophomores, juniors and seniors. Less than 100 of those students walked through the doors the morning after Labor Day — all by design. With energy that resembled that of a Homecoming pep rally, approximately 350 freshmen and a selected group of about 70 upper classmen attended school Tuesday for a freshman orientation program called Link Crew. The program “links” upper-classmen, known as link leaders, with freshman for the Àrst day and throughout the school year. The goal is to transition the students into their new school, something former SRRHS students identiÀed as difÀcult. The district began participating in Link Crew more than 15 years ago. “We know we have a great group of students, and we knew that then as well, but the idea of Link Crew was to make our students leaders within the school, tackle
some of the issues like hazing, and help the students, especially freshman, feel welcome and acclimated to the high school,” said Aaron Johnson, SRRHS social studies teacher. The school selects link leaders based on teacher recommendations and self-nominated applications, focusing on a diverse group of quality senior and junior students who demonstrate the ability to implement the goals of the program. Link Leaders are to build relationships; encourage participation; set a tone of respect, engagement and responsibility; and model leadership. “Link leaders serve a dual purpose,” Johnson said. “They are there for the freshman, but we want them to set a model for the entire school.” During the Àrst day, the ninth grade students were welcomed into the school by passing through the gauntlet in the high school gym. Then they participated in ice-breakers before being split into smaller groups where they made even closer connections and toured the school. The students also visited the high school activities’ fair and learned about the different academic, athletic and art clubs the school offers. Throughout the year, link
Friday, Sept. 9, 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. — 55+ Driving Improvement 4-Hr. Refresher Course. Whitney Senior Center, 1527 Northway Drive, St. Cloud. For more information or to register, visit http://www.safetycenter.org or call (888) 234-1294. Friday, Sept. 9, 7 p.m. — Mass for Peace and Justice. St. Augustine Church, 442 Second Street SE, St. Cloud. Saturday, Sept. 10, 8 a.m.-6 p.m. and Sunday, Sept. 11, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. — 20th Annual Old Creamery Arts and Crafts Show. 405 Main Street East, Rice. Saturday, Sept. 10, 8:30 a.m. — St. Cloud Walk to Defeat ALS 2016, Lake George, 1101 Seventh Street S, St. Cloud. PHOTOS BY NATASHA BARBER
Link leaders and freshmen played an ice-breaking game of Simon Says to kick off the Àrst day of school.
Link and decided to do so because she likes the idea and wants to help improve the program. Along with the two-day link leader training the upperclassmen attended last week, Sheets also was a member of WEB which is a similar transitioning program for Àfth graders entering the middle school. Senior Kailey Karls had a good experience as a freshman and wanted to continue the efforts shown before her. “You could tell my link leaders weren’t from the same social groups as I when I was a freshman,” Karls said. “But we all still worked well together to make it a positive experience. It inspired me to do the same. It doesn’t matter (Left) Freshman are wel- what social group you come comed by link leaders in the from, it matters that we are all gymnasium to commence ori- coming together to help each entation. other.” leaders are encouraged to continue to connect with their link crew and are offered opportunities in connections [home room] to do so. Students participating in the program experienced different feelings about Link, but share a common goal to make this the best experience possible for their freshman. “A lot of us didn’t think we had the greatest link leaders. We thought they could have been more energetic or enthusiastic,” said senior Mercedes Sheets. Sheets was recommended by a teacher to participate in
Maria Burnham, technology integration coach, teaches link leaders on how to engage the incoming freshman students at a training session Sept. 1.
Saturday, Sept. 10, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. — Woofstock Companion Walk. 5K walk at 10 a.m. Wilson Park, 625 Riverside Drive NE, St. Cloud. Saturday, Sept. 10, 10 a.m.-noon — WildÁower car-caravan tour. Sherburne National Wildlife Refuge headquarters, Sherburne County Road 9, Àve miles west of Hwy. 169. Preregistration is requested by calling (763) 389-3323 ext. 113 or (800) 877-8339, or emailing sherburne@fws.gov. Tours are free and open to everyone. For details visit http://www. fws.gov/refuge/sherburne/. Saturday, Sept. 10, 1-5 p.m. — Sauk Rapids Class of 1955 Reunion. Jimmy’s Pour House, 22 Second Avenue N., Sauk Rapids. Saturday, Sept. 10, 5-7 p.m. — Camp Bliss Fundraiser. Steak dinner, door prizes, live auction and gun rafÁe at 7:30 p.m. Sauk Rapids VFW Post No. 6992, 901 N Benton Drive, Sauk Rapids. Tuesday, Sept. 13, 6:30-9:30 p.m. — Angelman Syndrome Paint Party. St. Cloud VFW Post No. 428, 9 18th Avenue N, St. Cloud. Reserve your seat at http://prettypalettespainting. weebly.com under “events.” Thursday, Sept. 15, noon-4 p.m. — 55+ Driving Improvement 4-Hr. Refresher Course. Salem Lutheran Church, 90 Riverside Drive SE, St. Cloud. For more information or to register, visit http://www.safetycenter.org or call (888) 234-1294. Thursday, Sept. 15, 12:30-4:30 p.m. — 55+ Driving Improvement 4-Hr. Refresher Course. Sartell-St. Stephen District Service Center, 212 Third Avenue N., Sartell. For more information or to register, visit http://www.safetycenter. org or call (888) 234-1294. Thursday, Sept. 15, 7:30-9:30 p.m. — Beaux and Belles square dance lesson classes begin. Whitney Senior Center, 1527 Northway Drive, St. Cloud. For more information, contact Barber at (320) 251-0385. Saturday, Sept. 17, 8 a.m.-3 p.m. — Large Rummage Sale, bake sale and meal fundraiser. Multi-family items, indoor A/C shopping, homemade chicken dumpling soup, chili, caramel cinnamon rolls, carrot cake and more. Graham United Methodist Church, 2255 135 Street NE, Rice. Saturday, Sept. 17, 8:30 a.m. — Diocesan Council of Catholic Women’s 63rd Annual Fall Conference. Deadline for early registration is Sept. 9. For additional information contact Irene Schmidt at (320) 393-2472 or schmidtir@jetup. com. Saturday, Sept. 17, 11:30 a.m.-12:45 p.m. — Community Fellowship Free Meal. First United Methodist Church, 1107 Pine Cone Road S., Sartell. Sunday, Sept. 18, 2-5 p.m. — Take Steps for Crohn’s & Colitis. Lake George, 1101 Seventh Street S, St Cloud.
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Children – a community’s most valuable resource Stout is a 20-plus year school volunteer in multiple districts, who most recently worked as a paraprofessional for the last two school years for the Sauk Rapids-Rice district. When Daniel Bittman became the superintendent of by KIMBERLY STOUT Sauk Rapids-Rice School District in 2010, it was one of the few districts operating in Minnesota without a voter-approved levy. At a time of increasing student education costs and funding increasingly falling on the district to provide, SRR had no levy, had cut $3.7 million from its budget since 2007 and ranked 334 out of 338 in the state for districts with the lowest revenues. How did this district overcome seemingly massive Ànancial deÀciencies? Not negatively impacting the classroom? And manage to put laptops and iPads into the hands of its students a few years later? The answer lies with Bittman, a supportive school board, Àscal responsibility, foresight and exceptional leadership. Bittman came to the SRR District after serving as director of elementary and secondary education in the Centennial School District; director and assistant commissioner for the Minnesota Department of Education; and over 10 years of experience as a director, administrator and teacher in the Clark County School District. Since his arrival, what has been implemented in this district can only be deÀned as organizational change. The tag, “Equity, Inclusion and Respect” shouts out from the district website and school inscriptions found throughout the buildings. This tagline is not a meaningless string of lyrics, but a representation of what you will Ànd here. Students, personnel, and the district have been recognized for their excellence and innovation by earning numerous local, state and national awards. Proactive management has been hard at work implementing organizational change in this district – stealthily, soundlessly, and without fanfare – morphing a district with little resources into one now competing with afÁuent districts in technology and computer based learning. For most of its tenure, SRR had run without taxpayer levies. A prior referendum had passed but those dollars were used to lower class sizes, provide free transportation and preserve electives which the school board intended to keep intact. The new problem — how to continue to advance the community’s children and maintain future competitiveness — ensued. A vision for the future with technology for the children was thrust forth. Grants were sought and the district was awarded $134,000 from the Minnesota Department of Education under the Library Services and Technology Act Grant. Among other things this grant focuses on supporting digital literacy; educational opportunities; and technology and infrastructure initiatives in less afÁuent areas. Additionally, Minnesota commenced additional Ànancial support for all day-every day kindergarten, a program that was previously funded by the district, freeing up formerly committed funds. Furthermore, augmented location equity aid funds were passed into law, equitably dispersing funds to all school districts in the state, equalizing operating budgets and providing $1.5 million more dollars each year to SRR due to their low referendum market value tax base per pupil. Phases for technology immersion were systematically planned. The beneÀts were substantial and would offer students equal access to technology, some who had no access to their own technology at home. Classwork could be completed online; study tools, tests, and homework could all be accessed electronically; remedial and advanced work could be realized; and apps added for supplementary learning areas. This new initiative would be mandatory to use, phased in over three stages, and the devices would be district owned. Some would call the last few years of change a dramatic shift, an overhaul, of the district. Others would disagree due to the negative connotations of those statements. Undisputable are the results of developing an assessment for the need for change, seeking out internal and external data, analyzing the perspectives of stakeholders, communication, huge commitment and self-reÁection that can only be found in the best of leaders. Christopher Dodd was quoted saying, “Our nation's children are our greatest asset and our most precious treasure.” With strategy mapping; supporting and working with teachers, students, parents and continued community/local efforts; I don’t see how this wonderful initiative involving the children, collaboration and bringing the community together wouldn’t succeed. All the necessary elements are present for victory. SRR is “committed to academic success and preparedness for all children.” Kudos. I believe you.
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A changed hope and the Wetterling family really did create hope. On Saturday morning, I woke without the From the string-lights which hung on the prisound of an alarm buzzing me from slumber. I lay vacy fence across from Apollo High School which in the quiet for some time before reaching over and read Jacob’s Hope, to the namesake Bridge of grabbing my phone from the nightstand. Pressing Hope, to the lit porch lights peering into the darkthe home key, I lit up my phone and selected an ness on each anniversary and now again until Jaapp. cob is laid to rest, we as central Minnesotans truly Facebook, what can you tell me today? I scrolled past a photo or two, but stopped — by NATASHA BARBER believed Jacob would come home. But some of us never imagined it would be this way. I had hope, alarmed — at what I read on the screen. “Sources and in its light I optimistically anticipated Jacob say Danny Heinrich led investigators to an undiswas out there, lost, but alive. closed location in central Minnesota where posI’m not sure how the Wetterling’s let optimism and faith sibly the remains of Jacob Wetterling were found,” said my carry them through almost three decades. I’m not sure I could social media blast. First reaction? Hoax. Second reaction? This post is from a have been that strong. I’m having a hard time grasping the amount of grief and anger they must feel — especially with an respected news source. Could it be true? After reading the vague news article, I decided not to hold ending as such. But somehow, only four months after his abmy breath. After all, over the years there have been a number duction, the Wetterlings’ took their burden and became movof leads in the case which rocked central Minnesota from day ers and shakers to change the world and make it safer for our one until present. None of them had come to fruition, so why children, not only through awareness but through policy as now? But after watching a newscast where a reporter shed well. Jacob’s hope turned for me this weekend. It turned from a more light on the subject, I realized Jacob’s case was coming hope that one day the family would be reunited in joy to new to a close. Over the course of Labor Day weekend, we learned little hopeful feelings. My hope is that God’s arms came rushing details of the events which led to the discovery of Wetterling’s down to sweep away Jacob’s soul before he ever witnessed identiÀed remains. Even on Tuesday, we speculate of a plea harm’s way. My hope is that we as a society continue to push deal or what might commence from the unearthing. And al- for high protection and safety of our youth. And my hope is though the information is supposed to bring closure, I’m still that Jacob’s hope — the lit candle of optimism and faith — left wondering about the little boy who never had the chance continues to live on in our hearts to bring about change. And more than ever my hope is that the conclusion to this chapter to see the world through a grown man’s eyes. When I think about the last 27 years, I realize that Patty in Jacob’s story brings solace to the Wetterling family.
Do you know how. . . ? Many great stories start with, there was a tinued, “Now you say you have more children?” knock at the door. Well last week, that very thing “Yes,” we replied, “We have Àve and our oldest happened. daughter was baptized two summers ago.” “Oh It was late. And at this stage in our life, 8:30 that's wonderful!” he exclaimed. “Make sure you p.m. is late for someone to be knocking. My huskeep telling them how they can get to heaven.” band answered as I was soothing our 1-month-old “We will.” “Great, because they need to know” down the hall. The rest of the kids were tucked Again he offered us the welcoming material he in bed. My husband greeted hello and I could brought, but more questionably perhaps wonderjust make out that the visitor had a seasoned and ing if we needed it at this point. He left and my gentle voice. I overheard the voice say the words husband and I smiled at each other. welcome, area and church. So I gathered myself By Mercy Nygaard The man who visited that night didn’t know and baby to meet the mystery man at the door. if we knew Jesus. I try to imagine the people he He was very polite and swooned over our infant. Life by Faith comes across and how bold he must be to walk He must have been in his late seventies. The elup to strangers. And he didn’t know if we share der gentleman invited us to church. He was happy to hear often with our children about faith. In fact, we have been that we have a home church and he wasn't trying to steal us in a very dry season about sharing in bible studies and talkaway to his. That’s when our welcomer announced his true ing about God’s character with such life circumstances. The mission. To make sure people knew how to get to heaven. visitor must have prayed for us that night. Because the very Over forty years ago, a man asked our visitor the ques- next day was Àlled with questions from our littles and option, “How does God give you an invitation to heaven?” portunities to share about heaven. Our son woke up and afWhen he found out every single person gets the invitation ter saying hello to his baby brother he asked, “How do you and what it takes to receive it, he has been reaching out believe in Jesus?” He brought down his action bible and to people, new to the area ever since. He said to us, “And pointing to a picture he asked, “What is this about?” Later children need to know, so I brought some children books.” in the morning our daughter asked, “Why is Satan here on The elder gentleman then looked at us both, point blank earth?” I had four little faces looking at me as I explained and asked us very frankly but cordial, “So let me ask you, Satan's rebellion, with our oldest listening patiently -and do you know how to get to heaven?” We replied that we are then it dawned on me what the man reiterated more than believers in Jesus and know that the only way to salvation once; to let our children know. You can’t make this stuff up. is belief in Jesus. “That’s right!” he exclaimed. “It’s not the Another grand adventure, living life by faith. So let me good things people do but only through Jesus that any of ask you, do you know how to get to heaven? John 3:16 us can get to heaven and we just have to believe.” He con-
Vikings lose Bridgewater, acquire Bradford 2018 draft for the veteran. It is hard being a fan of the Minnesota ViBradford is a former No. 1 overall draft kings. Just when everything seemed to be lockpick who was drafted out of Oklahoma back in ing into place for the Vikings to improve upon 2010, but his career has been marred by injuries last year’s squad that won the NFC North diviand lackluster production. I will concede that sion championship, starting quarterback Teddy Bradford has the physical tools to be successful Bridgewater shredded his knee in the Ànal pracwhen healthy, but the big-armed quarterback has tice of the preseason. The Vikings ended last shown an even stronger aversion to pushing the season on a missed 27-yard Àeld goal in Januball downÀeld than Bridgewater. For his career, ary, and it’s entirely possible they ended this by ANDY THAYER Bradford is averaging seven yards per attempt, season on a non-contact practice drill in August. which is even worse than Teddy's paltry 7.23 The biggest opportunity the Vikings had to Sports Columnist yards per attempt. If that were the only issue improve this summer was by upgrading their with Bradford, I could maybe talk myself into passing game. The team spent quite a bit of free agent money and draft capital on improving this facet this deal. However, the guy has managed to stay on the Àeld of their offense. In his Àrst two seasons, quarterback Teddy for sixteen games only twice in his career – in 2010 and 2012. Bridgewater was reluctant to push the ball downÀeld. He was He is injured constantly. Is it worth two valuable draft picks content with checking down and making safe passes near the to acquire a guy that can’ stay on the Àeld, and can’t move the line of scrimmage. This seemed motivated, in part, because ball downÀeld in the rare occasions he is healthy enough to the team’s porous offensive line allowed pass rushers to get to play? I understand that the Vikings are built to win now. Their Bridgewater before deep routes could develop. Between signing offensive linemen Alex Boone and Andre Smith and using young defensive studs are all primarily on rookie contracts, their Àrst round pick on wide receiver Laquon Treadwell, the and it will be difÀcult for the team to keep that group together Vikings were clearly trying to address these problems in their when those guys need to be paid. Maybe I’m wrong about passing game. And through the two preseason games in which Bradford and he will thrive on a team with a solid running Bridgewater played, it looked like the team and quarterback game (unlike the pre-Todd Gurley Rams and last year’s Eagles). I’m just concerned the Vikings gave up two draft picks had made major progress. Of course, with Bridgewater now out for the entire 2016- to reassemble the 2012-14 St. Louis Rams starting quarter17 season (and potentially longer), the Vikings are in dire back stable. If the Vikings don’t make the playoffs this year straits. The team only had so many resources to spread around with Bradford (who is also under contract for the 2017-18 in an effort to improve the roster this offseason, and one area season at a monstrous $17 million number), this trade will be they neglected was backup quarterback. Of course it was. an unmitigated disaster. There’s something to be said for pushJourneyman and nominal backup Shaun Hill has had a medio- ing all of your chips to the center of the table, but you can’t cre career as a reserve signal caller and clipboard holder, but at just give away Àrst-round picks in the NFL. I hope Vikings 36 years old, he's not the answer at quarterback for a team with general manager Rick Spielman knows something about Sam playoff aspirations. Therefore, the Vikings broke the bank and Bradford the rest of us don’t, because this trade sure feels like dealt for Eagles quarterback Sam Bradford, giving up a Àrst- a shortsighted panic move to me. round pick in next year’s draft and a fourth-round pick in the
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Independent Lifestyles raises funds for pontoon reaching out to the needs of disabled veterans and consumers from the 12 counties they serve, ILICIL discovered many people, but veterans in particular, were missing socializing and being on the water with people. This kick-started the idea. “When I was Àrst introduced to the lake and the lodge I noticed it had water on both sides. There was a boat and a pontoon I could get into, but not one for someone in a wheelchair to access,” Schulte said. “We want those with disabilities
A young entrepreneur
Sertich opens business as high school senior by ANNA SALDANA STAFF WRITER
SAUK RAPIDS – Danny Sertich is a high school senior, captain of the cross country team, an intern for the Greater St. Cloud Development Corporation and the president of the local DECA chapter. Now, he has one more title to add to his resume – business owner. “I think I’ve always had the business mindset. It’s always been something I’ve thought about,” Sertich said. “When I was younger, I opened a lemonade stand for a week and when people stopped coming to the stand, I put everything on a wagon and solicited people.” Sertich has moved a long way from his lemonade stand and now owns Versolin, a marketing company helping other companies targeting millennials. “I feel like I should be able to help companies significantly,” Sertich said. “What better way to help other companies on this speciÀc target audience than being a millennial myself. It’s the world I
live in day in and day out.” Sertich started the company in August and plans to use his business in the DECA competition this year. “I realized I love competing for judges, but they also love seeing young professionals,” Sertich said. “I think one of the advantages I will have is that my business is a marketing Àrm, not an entry-level business like a lawn mowing company.” During last year’s DECA competition, he took Àrst in the district and 12th in the state for his project. This year, he feels he will have great possibilities. By having his business, he will compete in a different category, with fewer competitors but more learning experience. “I don’t know how the competition itself will change, but I’m excited to share my knowledge with the judges as well as learn from them,” Sertich said. The competition is only part of his reason for wanting to own a business; he’s also put some careful thought into his future. Following graduation this
spring, Sertich is planning to pursue a Bachelor’s degree in marketing or accounting and hopefully a Master’s in Business Administration (MBA) following that. “The more I’ve competed in DECA and seeing what goes into a marketing strategy for a business, the more I’ve wanted to have my own business,” Sertich said. “Opening a marketing business felt right, but ultimately I’d love to have a real estate business some day.” As a high school student, Sertich recognizes his involvement in DECA as a learning experience. “I’ve learned a lot through DECA, but I also feel I have a lot more to learn, which is why I keep competing,” Sertich said. “It’s also nice to have the support from family and friends. Some of them think I’m crazy for owning a business at my age, but
to know that when they get to Camp Bliss they’ll be able to do those things again.” The fundraiser will take place at the Sauk Rapids Veteran of Foreign Wars Post No. 6992 and will feature a steak dinner, silent auction and a 100 gun rafÁe. The winners of the purchased rafÁe tickets will have the opportunity to claim the rafÁed gun or its equivalent retail value in a voucher redeemable at Scheels. ICICIL hopes to raise $20,000 to use towards the pontoon purchase.
Funeral Services will be 11:00 a.m. Saturday, September 3, 2016 at Good Shepherd Lutheran Home Chapel in Sauk Rapids for Ethel M. Beyer, age 88, who passed away Sunday at her daughter’s home. Pastor Donald Wilke will ofÀciate and burial will be at the Wadena Cemetery in Wadena. Visitation will be from 9:30-11:00 a.m. Saturday at Good Shepherd Lutheran Home Chapel. Arrangements have been entrusted to Williams Dingmann Family Funeral Home, Sauk Rapids. Ethel was born December 11, 1927 in Madelia, MN to Harold & Luella (Saltz) Gilson. She married Charles Beyer on May 26, 1946 in Deer Creek, MN. Ethel was a member of St. John’s Lutheran Church in Wadena, Church of the Good Shepherd in Sauk Rapids, and the Wadena American Legion Post #171 Auxiliary. She was a very loving, giving, generous, kind hearted woman who loved her family. Ethel volunteered at Northern Delights Coffee Shop at Good Shepherd, she loved to talk and was a social butterÁy. She enjoyed
Ethel M. Beyer shopping and loved to accessorize everything. Ethel is survived by her daughter, Marjorie Haase of St. Cloud; brother, Raymond Gilson of Scottsdale, AZ; three grandchildren, Jay (Katrina) Haase of St. Cloud, Stephanie (Alan) Kanengieter of Little Rock, IA, and Stacy (James) Lucas of La Habra Heights, CA; seven great grandchildren, Brittney, Ashley, Levi, Logan, Erassy, Jackson, and Eva; and Àve great great grandchildren. Ethel was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Charles; son in law, Donald Haase; and brother, Robert Gilson. Obituary, guestbook and video tribute available online: www.williamsdingmann.com
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Danny Sertich is a high school student, but also a business owner. He opened Versolin marketing Àrm in August.
they all support me regardless. This is something I’ve wanted to do, so I’m glad I’m doing it.”
Schrauts continued from front__________________ Although the illness slowed him down and he was unable to produce during his recuperation, Mark spent a lot of time in his head. He was able to search the internet for inspiration and plan new ideas while healing. “The crosses have really taken off and it was something I was thinking about in the hospital,” Mark said. Both Mark and Monica are self-taught in their creations and note that although they may see items on the internet similar to those they create, everything they do is free-hand and without patterns. They simply sit or stand at their work bench and create. The pair said they have basic styles of items, but no two pieces turns out exactly alike. “We go to shows and there is other silverware art, but everyone has their own
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style and learns what works best for them,” Mark said. “I don’t paint any of mine and like to keep it natural-looking.” Mark uses the stainless steel cutlery, which doesn’t tarnish or rust, for his outside projects and saves Monica the silver-plated sterling-ware for her jewelry pieces. “We have a little bit of silverware,” Monica said. “We probably could Àll the bed of a pick-up truck.” Without hesitation, Mark chimed in “easily.” The Old Creamery Arts and Craft Fair is located at 405 Main Street East in Rice. The outdoor event runs 8 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 10 and 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 11.
Mass of Christian Burial was on Wednesday, September 7th, at 12:00 p.m. at St. Augustine’s Catholic Church in St. Cloud, for David F. Schroeder, age 80, of Sartell, formerly of St. Cloud, who died on Wednesday at the St. Cloud Hospital. Rev. Scott Pogatchnik will ofÀciate. Entombment was in Assumption Cemetery Mausoleum. David was born February 9th, 1936, in St. Cloud to Fred and Rose (Zimmer) Schroeder. He grew up in Sauk Rapids and graduated from Sauk Rapids High School in 1955. He married Shirley Graham on September 7th, 1957, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Sauk Rapids. He made his home on the east side of St. Cloud for over 30 years. He worked at the Sauk Rapids Post OfÀce, the St. Cloud Times and then for 20 years at Dezurik’s from which he retired. David loved to sing, play cards and to go on trips. He was very proud of his German heritage. He took great pride in the music and the cooking. David played cribbage whenever he had the chance. David was a life-long member of St. Augustine’s Catholic Church, Eagles Aerie # 622, and was in the Barbershoppers and St. Augustine’s Choir for many years. David served with the men’s breakfast group for many years. David was a very
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generous man with his family and with the many ministries he supported. He had an incredible positive attitude despite the physical problems with his legs. “I’m getting better all the time” he would say. “Watch out, I’m gonna run now”. Well your running and dancing in heaven now Dad. David is survived by two children, Cameron Schroeder (Jeanie) Sauk Rapids, Cara Hillman (Larry) Sauk Rapids, grandchildren, Matthew (Krista) and Jennifer Schroeder, and Carisa and Josiah Hillman, brother, Lee Schroeder, Winston-Salem, N.C. He was preceded in death by his parents, wife Shirley Ann, January 4th, 2004, brothers, Fred, Mark, Gene, Julius and Roman Schroeder, and sister Jeanette. Memorials are preferred. The family would especially like to thank all those people that are involved with Àrst responder emergency services.
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Monica Schraut assembles jewelry at Mark’s shop on Sept. 5.
species. On the Aug. 31 Cedar waxwings were munching on the bright orange berries on the mountain ash tree. A sign of impending fall? ButterÁies? Not many. I did see a Black Swallowtail and cabbage species. In general, butterÁies have been in serious decline. Why? Flowers in bloom are the Ligularia, hosta, Phlox, Goldenrod, Blackeyed Susan, Jewelweed, Fleabane, Trumpet vines, and different color cone Áowers. Beginning blooms are sedum and New England Asters. There have been a lot of toads in the grass, raccoons at the bird feeders, and abundance of chipmunks and I have witnessed two bunnies and two garter snakes in the buffer strip. Little Rock Lake: Lake temperature at the beginning of the month was 79 degrees then dropped to 67 degrees on the Aug. 31. It was a dismal time with the Secchi disk where a one foot reading dipped to six inches mid-month and ended
the month again at one foot. No blue-green algae at my portion of the north end of the lake. As the water temperature drops clarity should improve. There was very little recreational activity on the lake this month. What’s ahead? The start of the possible snow season. It’s not too early to service your snow removal equipment. Beat the rush.
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ing to change that. The center which offers advocacy and assistance to all people with disabilities including veterans will hold a major fundraiser Saturday, Sept. 10 from 5-8 p.m. Proceeds will be used to purchase an accessible pontoon for its Camp Bliss retreat center in Walker. Camp Bliss was created to provide wellness, retreat and educational opportunities for people with disabilities. It is located on 43 acres of pine and hardwood forests on three lakes. When
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Sauk Rapids Police Department activity Monday, August 22 0353 hrs – suspicious activity on the 700 block of ½ St S 0929 hrs – welfare check on the 300 block of Division St 0944 hrs – theft 0955 hrs – disturbance on Benton Dr S 1011 hrs – parking 1019 hrs – theft on the 500 block of 3rd St S 1028 hrs – disturbance on the 900 block of 1st St S 1105 hrs – theft on the 200 block of 4th Ave N 1405 hrs – theft on the 2000 block of 4th Ave N 1415 hrs – property on the 500 block of 4th Ave N 1502 hrs – welfare check on the 1100 block of 9th Ave N 1548 hrs – utility problem on the 1300 block of 2nd Ave S 1703 hrs – property on the 1400 block of 2nd Ave S 2037 hrs – welfare check on the 700 block of Broadway Ave S 2054 hrs – unwanted person on the 400 block of Summit Ave S 2251 hrs – suspicious activity on River Ave N 2258 hrs – arrest on the 800 block of River Ave N 8 trafÀc stops; 2 alarms, 3 assists; 2 medical calls
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FOLEY – Benton County has received funding to cover damages from the July 11 storm event. Governor Mark Dayton approved the funding Aug. 30. The county declared a state of emergency during a brief meeting July 15. During the initial damage assessment on July 22, the county and townships had $180,000 in damage and $120,093 was determined as recoverable by the Department of Homeland Security. According to the State
Disaster Fund rules, the maximum that can be reimbursed is set at 75 percent, which means the county and townships foot the other 25 percent. The next step will be Homeland Security holding an applicant brieÀng on a date yet to be determined. “I’m glad the Governor authorized relief for Benton County,” said Representative Jim Newberger. “We’ve been hit hard by the storms this year and these funds will help our communities get back on their feet and back to normal. Let’s rebuild and move forward.”
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Benton County Planning Commission will conduct a public hearing on September 22, 2016 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. Merrill Grile requesting a conditional use permit to construct a mini storage facility in The Agricultural District. Pursuant to Sections 7.1.20 and 11.6 Benton County Development Code. The affected property is described as follows: Part of S1/2 SW1/4, Section 25, Watab Township. ANYONE wishing to be heard with reference to the above will be heard at this meeting. R-36-1B CERTIFICATE OF ASSUMED NAME Minnesota Statutes Chapter 333 (1) The exact name under which the business is or will be conducted is: Versolin (2) The address of the principal place of business is: 1203 Hillside Road, Sauk Rapids, MN 56379 (3) The name and registered street address of the entity conducting business under the above Assumed Name is: Daniel Sertich, 1203 Hillside Road, Sauk Rapids, MN 56379 (4) By typing my name, I, the undersigned, certify that I am signing this document as the person whose signature is required, or as agent of the person(s) whose signature would be required who has authorized me to sign this document on his/her behalf, or in both capacities. I further certify that I have completed all required Àelds, and that the information in this document is true and correct and in compliance with the applicable chapter of Minnesota Statutes. I understand that by signing this document I am subject to the penalties of perjury as set forth in Section 609.48 as if I had signed this document under oath. Daniel John Sertich Owner 08/17/2016 H-36-2P
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in the Àrst set and then falling 5-7 and 4-6 in her second and third sets. Andrea Decker lost her No. 3 singles match 1-6, 2-6. In doubles competition, Bailey Seppelt and Megan Koprek lost their No. 1 match 3-6, 0-6. Rachel Leen and Megan Bemboom went into three sets in No. 2 doubles, losing 4-6 in their Àrst set, winning 7-5 in their second set and then losing 2-6 in their third. Keanna Brudwick and Jackie Middendorf had a similar
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Ending a hiatus Hasbrouck scores lone goal against Sabres Weber hired by ANNA SALDANA STAFF WRITER
The Storm girls soccer team faced their Sartell Sabre rivals Sept. 1 on their home Àeld. The girls took on a tough battle, but fell 2-1. The team also took on St. John’s Prep Aug. 30, where they kicked their way to a 5-0 victory.
Sartell 2, Sauk Rapids-Rice 1 It was a running game as the ball traveled up and down the court with not much net time. After Sartell scored their two goals, senior Anna Hasbrouck pulled the Storm within one, scoring off of a
penalty kick. “We lost 10 of our 11 starters from last season and I think we did well facing Sartell, especially with the young team we have,” said Coach Kris Fremo. Sydney Plemel made nine saves in the net for the Storm. Sauk Rapids-Rice 5, St. John’s Prep 0 Emma Plemel and Ally Walz scored two goals each during the game. Brianna Rathbun rounded out the scoring for the Storm. The team shot at the net 24 times throughout the game. Both Plemel and Rathbun celebrated Àrst varsity goals during the game.
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Anna Hasbrouck races toward the ball, hoping to continue for Chloe Stockinger wrestles the soccer ball away from her Sara goal against Sartell. tell opponent Sept. 1. SR-R lost to Sartell 2-1.
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SAUK RAPIDS – Terry Gorecki has been on the wrestling mat since he was on the team at Foley High School. Since then, he has switched his role to being a head coach. He has 16 years of combined coaching experience at Milaca, Royalton and Sauk Rapids-Rice. “Wrestling has just always been a part of who I am,” Gorecki said. “It feels natural to be around the mat.” Gorecki has spent nine years coaching in SRR, but for the past Àve, he has been working as a part of the coaching staff in Royalton. “I live in Royalton, it’s where my kids go to school and where they wrestle,” Gorecki said. “Initially, I went up there to guide their
program.” Despite moving around as a coach, Gorecki has taught at SRRHS for the past 14 years as a special education teacher. He is looking forward to being back with the team and seeing the potential. Gorecki took the team to the state tournament in 2006, the only time in school history. “That was really awesome,” Gorecki said. “I hope we can do that again sometime soon.” While winning and advancing is enjoyable for the coaching staff, Gorecki really likes to focus on the guys. “A big part of what I do is developing life skills, establishing core values as a team,” he said. “I feel it’s the greatest thing I can do for the guys.” But that’s also part of Gorecki’s biggest challenge. “It’s tough to establish
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Terry Gorecki is excited to return to the Sauk Rapids-Rice wrestling team as head coach this season. He has spent the past Àve years coaching at Royalton High School.
core values that everyone on the team can abide by,” Gorecki said. “Once those are established, everything’s easy, win or lose.” The values Gorecki plans to instill are mental and physical toughness, team worth and discipline. Gorecki feels in order to in-
still these values, he needs to be personable and hands-on. “I also build on the strength of the coaching staff. We are all one team, which allows them to have ownership within the team,” Gorecki said. When Gorecki isn’t in the classroom or on the mat, he is spending time with his wife, Amy, and two sons, Gabe and Will. He also enjoys hunting, Àshing and working out. “Both of my sons wrestle, so I’m looking forward to the days when coaching and spending time with them can be done at the same time,” Gorecki said. Following his time coaching at Royalton last year, Gorecki had offers from four different schools for a head wrestling coach position, including SRR. “An opening came up here and I am glad I am back,” Gorecki said. “I am looking forward to working with the Storm team again.”
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Jennie Weber was recently hired as the head coach for the Sauk Rapids-Rice High School dance team. Weber is a natural when it comes to dancing; she’s been dancing since she was 3 years old.
she can’t work with her team yet, she already feels like the dance season has started. “I’ve been busy sorting through music and trying to Àgure out the choreography. It’s a lot of work, but I can’t wait to see it all come together,” Weber said. She is looking forward to interacting with the girls and fueling their passion even further. “I’m going to work hard to be a good mentor for the girls, following the high standards which have been set over the past few years,” Weber said. “That is really important, especially when they compete at such an advanced level.” Weber is familiar with the team after being in the area for some time and feels the community will embrace what’s to come. She recognizes her passion, as well as the passion of the girls, and she can’t wait to get started. “It’s like Christmastime and Santa is coming,” Weber said. “I’ve never gotten this feeling from anything else in my life. I’m ready to go into this and kick some butt this season.”
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SAUK RAPIDS – Five, six, seven, eight. Counting to eight and starting over again is a familiarity for Jennie Weber. She has been dancing from the time she was three years old. She started at the St. Cloud School of Dance, moving up to being a Tech Tigerette. She has also coached at Rocori and Albany, but has never been in a head coaching position. Until now. Weber was recently hired as the Sauk Rapids-Rice High School dance coach. She will take over the team during their winter competition season. “I am super excited to be coaching again, especially at Sauk Rapids,” Weber said. “I’ve been away from the sport for a while, as I was raising my kids, but it’s like I never left.” Even though Weber won’t be able to work with her girls until Oct. 24, she attended their summer camp to get a feel for the team and introduce herself. “You could just really see their passion and drive,” she said. “They are really into the sport and are working to be the best they can be. They also have this strong bond of trust and loyalty to each other that is truly admirable.” The team has been training at summer camp, but will continue that training into the fall. “It’s all about them building strength for the competitions in the wintertime,” she said. “They have halftime performances at our football games, as well as a dance show in Anoka.” Regardless of the fact
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Storm fall in Àve to Sabres by MARK KLAPHAKE STAFF WRITER
For the second straight match the Storm suffered heartbreak and lost in Àve sets. They lost to Sartell 2325, 25-22, 25-17, 16-25, 8-15 in a Central Lakes Conference matchup Tuesday night in Sauk Rapids. “We played better, we just got stuck in a rotation in game four,” said Head Coach Dave Anderson. Soleil Newland led the team with 11 kills. Fellow sophomore Morgan Maselter had 10 for SRR. Monticello def. SRR, 6-25, 17-25, 27-25, 25-14, 15-11 The Sauk Rapids-Rice volleyball team was just one point away from a three game sweep, instead it turned into a Àve set loss. The Storm, who had won the Àrst two games, were leading set three 25-24, before the Monticello Tigers scored the Ànal three points of the set and then won sets four and Àve to pickup a non-conference win over SRR Sept. 1 in Sauk Rapids. “Anytime you win the Àrst two sets and lose the third it’s a dog Àght. They got a little momentum and it seemed like we were always digging and chasing,” Anderson said. “It’s one we deÀnitely should have had.” The night started incredibly well for the Storm. They walked through the Àrst set 25-6 and won set two 25-17
behind terriÀc serving from senior Brooke Torvik. She had three consecutive aces and served nine straight points in the set for SRR. “Brooke did an awesome job serving, that’s a huge boost and lift for us,” Anderson said. The Storm was still in charge in set three before the Tigers claimed the Ànal three points and won 27-25. They won the Ànal two sets 25-14 and 15-11. Despite the loss, Anderson noted vast improvement in his teams play from the season opening match. “Overall we communicated better and passed more consistently,” Anderson said. “The hustle and effort is there we just have to clean up some things handling the ball.” Abbey Duray led the Storm with 21 digs; Bailey Becker added 18 for SRR. Staci Meyer had 14 set assists and Bailey Roscoe added 12. Angela Konz (11), Morgan Maselter (11) and Bailey Becker (10) each had strong nights at the net for the Storm. Torvik’s serve was tough all night. She Ànished with six aces. “Each and every time we hope to improve and that’s the key. The wins will take care of themselves,” Anderson said. SRR hosts St. Cloud Tech Thursday. On Saturday, schools from all over the area invade Sauk Rapids for a 16-team tournament. Play starts at 9 a.m. “We are deÀnitely looking forward to that. We get to see some different teams
Storm swims past Flyers by ANNA SALDANA STAFF WRITER
The girls swim and dive team got a taste of the top Aug. 30 against Little Falls. The girls placed in the top three 15 times throughout the meet, which resulted in a 9284 win over the Flyers. Ella Benoit, Anna Lucas, Madi Davis and Sabel Omvongkot were amongst the fastest swimmers at the meet. Valeria Bonilla-Flores, Mikayla Zaske and Abigail Tangen also made an appearance in the top three. The team will continue their season Sept. 8 against Rocori. Meet results: 200 MR: Lucas, E. Benoit, M. Davis, Omvongkot 1st 1:58.62; Lauren Liebl, Haley Davis, Olivia Krepp, Ashley Tapio 4th 2:20.35; Madeline Ziegler, Lily Benoit, Alexa Martin, Maya Zaske 5th 2:23.89. 200 FS: Lucas 1st 2:02.01; M. Da-
vis 2nd 2:15.82; Maya Zaske 6th 2:26.37. 200 IM: E. Benoit 2nd 2:34.91; L. Benoit 4th 2:46.14; Jaclyn Rasmussen 5th 2:57.62. 50 FS: Omvongkot 1st 26.86; Mikayla Zaske 3rd 27.70; BonillaFlores 6th 29.84. 100 FLY: M. Davis 1st 1:09.98; Bonilla-Flores 2nd 1:13.22; Krepp 6th 1:22.28. 100 FS: Omvongkot 3rd 1:00.98; Mikayla Zaske 4th 1:02.40; H. Davis 6th 1:05.08; Brindelyn Mastey 1:07.84. 500 FS: Lucas 1st 5:28.08; Tangen 2nd 6:03.81; Liebl 5th 6:31.95. 200 FSR: E. Benoit, Rasmussen, Maya Zaske, Omvongkot 1st 1:51.37; H. Davis, Mikayla Zaske, Olivia MacDonald, L. Benoit 3rd 1:56.74; Krepp, Ziegler, Amber Eisenschenk, Tapio 5th 2:03.46. 100 BK: Tangen 4th 1:14.85; Mastey 5th 1:17.13; Ziegler 6th 1:19.69; Liebl 1:22.88. 100 BR: E. Benoit 1st 1:16.56; L. Benoit 3rd 1:22.77; Rasmussen 4th 1:23.40. 400 FSR: M. Davis, Tangen, Mikayla Zaske, Lucas 1st 3:59.11; MacDonald, H. Davis, Maya Zaske, Bonilla-Flores 4th 4:22.78.
Marolf, Baker spark the Storm by ANNA SALDANA STAFF WRITER
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Sauk Rapids-Rice 4, Grant Marolf was a key St. John’s Prep 1 player for the Storm boys socThe game had the Storm Morgan Maselter jumps to score a kill for the Storm Sept. 1 cer team throughout the pre- on Àre early on, with three of against Monticello. vious week in games against the four goals sinking in the net during the Àrst half. and competition,” Anderson in their season opener non- Sartell and St. John’s Prep. Marolf scored the Àrst said. “We get a lot of match- conference matchup Aug. 30 Sartell 2, goal of the game two minutes es and a chance to tweak at Big Lake Sauk Rapids-Rice 0 into the half, assisted by Evthings.” SRR controlled the secThe game against Sartell erett Moliga, and scored anWadena-Deer Creek, ond set and won easily but Sept. 1 ended in a 2-0 loss for other goal with two minutes Pipestone Area, Watertown- couldn’t sustain the momen- the Storm, but that didn’t stop left of the Àrst half. Halfway Mayer, Brainerd and Sauk tum the rest of the night. Marolf from trying, as he at- through the Àrst half, Mek Centre are some of the teams Maselter had 12 kills to tempted three shots against Kobluk scored, assisted by making the trip over. pace the Storm at the net. the Sartell goalie. Ethan Baker Ramiro Yanez-Nunez. Yanez-Nunez scored the Big Lake def. SRR, 25-17, Meyer had seven set assists also played a key role in hold12-25, 25-21 and 25-18 and Duray had nine digs for ing Sartell at two goals, sav- Ànal of the team’s goals just ing 14 shots. a mere Àve minutes into the The Storm lost in four sets SRR. “Ethan kept us in the second half. game,” said coach Chris RothBaker made 13 saves durstein. “Grant had a valiant ef- ing the game to hold the Johnfort with his three shots as nies at one point. PHOTO BY ANNA SALDANA
Storm defeat Princeton in last-minute score
Klaphake earns Àrst career win
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Going into the last few minutes of the fourth quarter, the Storm was down by a point and they weren’t giving up. Daunte Keller made a 25-yard catch and Wittowski scored a Àeld goal for the 1614 win. “We did some good things on Friday night and had an outstanding team throughout the game,” Klaphake said. Stats Passing – Milton-Baumgardener 6-18 147 yards. Rushing – Carlson-Mathies 14-52 TD; Tretter 3-32 TD;
Moline 13-27; Milton-Baumgardener 6-18. Receiving – Tretter 3-40; Keller 1-37; Waldorf 3-35; DeMars 1-15; Moline 1-12; Kranz 1-8.
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An athletic accomplishment
Leading the Saluting great accomplishments in the Sauk Rapids-Rice High School
Ethan Baker Parents: Randy and Tori Baker Grade: 12th Accomplishment: Is the starting goalie for the Sauk Rapids-Rice soccer team which is off to a good start this season. What do you enjoy most about soccer? The thing I enjoy most about soccer is the playing with my friends. The atmosphere of my team makes it fun and enjoyable. What’s the best game you’ve ever been a part of? The best game I’ve ever have been a part of was last season when our team played St. Cloud Apollo. They were the defending state champs, and we won 3-2 in overtime. Our defense, offense, communication, everything was perfect. That was the greatest game I’ve ever played. What are some other activities you are involved in within school? I am also involved in swimming, student council, Project 4 Teens, National Honor Society, choir, and Link. What has been your most rewarding high school class to date? My most rewarding high school class has deÀnitely been AP Calculus with Mr. Charles Krueger. It was a time consuming class, but I had excellent results at the end of the year. What do you look forward to most during your senior year? I look forward to uniting with my friends and teammates to tackle our Ànal year in our high school career. This year is going to be Áat out fun. That’s what I look forward to most, having fun. What is the best advice you’ve ever received? The best advice I’ve ever received was from my swimming coach, Karl Nohner. He taught me that whatever happens is meant to happen. Whether what happens is wonderful or disappointing, you just learn from it and move on.
Grambart to be inducted in the 2016 Hall of Fame by ELIZABETH BETHKE STAFF WRITER
In the sports world, a torn ACL is something no one wants to suffer through. It would stop most people from continuing their athletic career. But not Sheila (Gadway) Grambart. During her junior year of high school, Grambart suffered this injury while playing in one of her three favorite sports — softball. Even though she was out for the rest of the season and had to go through rehabilitation during the summer months, she came back with more drive and passion. Little did she know that after graduating in 1989, she would leave behind a lasting memory of good sportsmanship and determination. Grambart, along with Walt Seiler (’56), Jason Timmer (’04) and the late Robert “Bob” Borgert will be inducted into the 2016 Sauk Rapids-Rice High School Athletic Hall of Fame in an ofÀcial ceremony Oct. 1 . Growing up, Grambart never really cared for school, saying her parents had to bribe her into going. Not that she was a bad student, she just didn’t Ànd it fun. “ O n c e sports started, I started to love school,” Grambart said. “I was a
very competitive person and sports is what I looked forward to.” Grambart played summer recreational softball in elementary school and joined volleyball when she entered seventh grade. By sophomore year she had earned her spot on the varsity team. “Volleyball was my alltime favorite sport,” she said. “Jean [Borth, head coach] expected a lot from us and was very disciplined. We just all knew where we needed to be.” After healing her torn ACL, Grambart was able to get back behind the volleyball net her senior year. One of the memories that sticks with her is when the team made it to state in ‘88. During the last set of the third place match, Grambart was playing in the front row. She went up to block the ball and came down on an opponent’s foot. She was injured once again. Grambart suffered an MCL tear in the inside of her leg. Because of the injury, her third sport, basketball, was placed on hold. “I missed a good chunk of basketball my senior year to rehabilitate,” Grambart said. “Both injuries taught me life
What do you enjoy doing in your sparetime? In my spare time I love to travel, hike, swim, play sports, camp, and mountain climb.
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lessons of patience. It wasn’t a fun experience.” During her time of healing, it was difÀcult to sit on the sidelines and watch her teammates play, and it became an emotional time for her. However, the high school senior pushed on. As her senior year came to an end, a greater memory was being created. Grambart and her friend, Tonya (Neils) Schulte, a 2015 Hall of Fame inductee, were elected for the All-State, All-Star softball team. Grambart was picked to play second base while Schulte pitched. After she graduated high school, Grambart continued her education at
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the University of MinnesotaDuluth for two years then transferred to St. Cloud State University and graduated in 1994 with her Bachelor’s of Science degree. She went on to graduate with a master’s degree in teaching and learning from St. Mary’s University in Winona. Despite continued hope to pursue her softball career, Grambart needed knee surgery. Although she was unable to continue her love for sports, the passion and drive hasn’t stopped with Grambart. Her daughter, Kylie, who is a sophomore, is involved in volleyball and her son, Jackson, who is in seventh grade, participates in cross country, soccer, tennis and basketball. Grambart instilled the most important lesson into her kids’ lives, and that is sportsmanship. She tells her kids “sports can do one of two things: it can bring out the best of people and it can bring out the worst in people.” After 27 years of being out of high school, Grambart and her husband, Sean (also a SRR graduate of ‘89), will travel from their home in Illinois. Back in Minnesota, they will revisit the football Àeld during halftime and be introduced by the person of her choice, her former coach, Ben Miller. “All around I was really lucky to have really good coaches. I know now that coaches have such an impact on the lives of kids because of the time they put into them,” she said. “Being inducted into the Hall of Fame is a great honor. When you live it you don’t realize you are being extraordinary.”
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