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Coming full circle

Woman who was once a mentee is now a mentor by Patty Dexter SUN THISWEEK DAKOTA COUNTY TRIBUNE

Apple Valley’s Melissa Wikstrom isn’t sure how her mother learned about Kids ‘n Kinship, but she’s glad she did. Wikstrom, a 39-year-old mother of two boys, ages 7 and 5, was matched with a mentor, Barb Ostlund, when she was a child, around age 7. Prior to that, life had been difficult for her, her older sister, younger twin brothers and their single mother. Wikstrom’s siblings were also matched with mentors through the organization. “I think it showed me a different life that I didn’t know, that I wasn’t experiencing in my own family. My mom was very loving and she tried her best, but it was hard on her,” she said. “(Ostlund) was married, so I would see her husband every once in a while and see a healthy marriage and a loving home.” The mentoring experience has come full circle for Wikstrom. For the last year and a half, she’s mentored an 11-year-old girl named Aryana Swisher, a student at FIT Academy in Apple Valley. “It’s a lot easier than I expected,” Wikstrom said of the experience. Kids ‘n Kinship, an Apple Valley-based nonprofit serving children ages 5 to 16 in Apple Valley, Burnsville, Eagan, Farmington, Lakeville and Rosemount, started in

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From left, Melissa Wikstrom, Aryana Swisher and Sandy Gibbens pose for a photo in Gibbens’ home on Jan. 4. 1972 as an affiliate of risky behaviors.” ille while she was grow- recalled. National Kinship. The In the community- ing up and graduated Ostlund often took organization serves based program, men- from Lakeville High Wikstrom to her home youth from mostly tors spend time with School. to make crafts with single-parent homes, their matched child doShe later attended her or they went out but children from two- ing different activities. Hamline University to dinner or a movie. parent families or who Additionally, Kids ‘n and Roosevelt Uni- Wikstrom accompaare being raised by Kinship sponsors four versity. Wikstrom and nied her on a few trips. their grandparents or seasonal activities for her family have lived “She was a really other relatives can also all participants. in Apple Valley since good listener,” Wikbe accepted into the Volunteers mentor 2013. strom said. “She’s a program. a child at school each After her mother very calm and quiet The organization week in the classroom signed her and her sib- personality, which I offers opportunities in the school-based lings up to be mentored think was good for me for community-based program. “Mentors in Kids ‘n Kinship, because I was a very and school-based men- work on literacy issues, Wikstrom found that quiet kid, very shy.” toring. According to support class work and Ostlund was an adult In a speech given at Kids ‘n Kinship, the build trust in the rela- with whom she could a recent Kids ‘n Kingoal is that “children tionship,” according to have a calm and under- ship gala, Wikstrom will form a long-term the organization. standing relationship. said over 30 years later relationship resulting “It was kind of her life is more wonderin our successful out- Being mentored chaotic at home, so it ful than her 5-year-old comes of reduced isoWikstrom was born was really nice to get self could have imaglation, sustain a posi- in Peoria, Illinois, and one-on-one time which ined. She’s thankful to tive adult relationship her family later moved was rare for me to get, Ostlund for providing and experience a re- to Minnesota. She one-on-one time with See Mentor, 9A duction or absence of mainly lived in Lakev- any adult,” Wikstrom

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A Maple Grove man accused of pushing an 8-year-old boy off a 30-foothigh slide platform at the Apple Valley Aquatic Center last year has been found incompetent to stand trial. Judge Timothy McManus ruled on Jan. 8 that Roman Alexander Adams, 19, is incompetent to stand trial due to “reasons of mental illness.” The issue of Adams’ competency to proceed was addressed in a report Dr. Adam Gierok filed with the court on Jan. 3, according to court documents. The Dakota County Attorney’s Office said in a statement that it “will now be determining whether Mr. Adams Roman meets civil commitment Adams criteria” under state statute. A review hearing is scheduled for 9 a.m. March 4 in Dakota County District Court. Adams had been charged with firstdegree assault and third-degree assault after the July 31, 2018, incident. The boy, who was identified as Sawyer Warner and landed on the concrete sidewalk below, was treated at an area hospital. He’s now 9 years old. The investigation found that Sawyer was standing on the platform at the top of the waterslide when Adams allegedly picked up Warner and threw him over the 3.8-foot high railing that was around the platform, according to the criminal complaint. It was determined that Sawyer sustained numerous fractures to both his feet, a broken femur in one leg and shattered bones in a shoulder. Sawyer was required to undergo about 15 hours of surgery for two procedures within the first few days of the incident, according to an amended criminal complaint filed on Dec. 10. “As a result of these injuries the child was confined to a wheelchair for the months of August and September 2018 and a portion of October 2018,” the See Aquatic Center, 9A

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Lawmakers meet with Apple Valley city officials by Patty Dexter SUN THISWEEK DAKOTA COUNTY TRIBUNE

Policies around issues like long-term transportation funding, alcohol distribution and control and the election process are priorities for Apple Valley city staff and elected officials at the beginning of the 2019 legislative session. Two of Apple Valley’s lawmakers met with the Apple Valley City Council during its Jan. 10 workshop. District 57 Sen. Greg Clausen and District 57B Rep. John Huot spoke with council members and staff during the meeting. District 57A Rep. Robert Bierman was unable to attend. City Administrator Tom Lawell outlined some of the 2019 legislative policy priorities that the city developed through its work with the League of Minnesota Cities, Metro Cities and Municipal Legislative Commission. The council and the legislators discussed policy priorities including budget levy limits and local control, transportation funding, alcohol distribution and control, the election process, the data practices act, job creation tools, grants related to the emerald ash borer and wireless infrastructure.

While it wasn’t specifically outlined during Lawell’s presentation, they also discussed crime and sentencing guidelines after one of the council members raised concerns about the topic. “It’s great you showed up here to hear what our concerns are, what our priorities are and how we can work together in the future. I think that is really important,” Mayor Mary Hamann-Roland said to Clausen and Huot.

Budget levy limits Lawell said every year the city opposes any kind of state limitation on the city’s ability to raise any local property taxes. He asked the legislators to support allowing local officials to make the best decisions to meet residents’ needs.

Transportation The city is asking lawmakers to support “stable and sufficient transportation funding for state and local roads,” according to a document outlining the legislative priorities. The document urges support for a balanced transportation package that includes investments in suburban areas. Lawell said the city is looking for legislative sup-

port for three projects: construction of a third lane on Cedar Avenue between 140th Street West and Diffley Road in Eagan; the expansion of the Apple Valley Transit Station and pedestrian safety improvements on Cedar Avenue, including the installation of a pedestrian skyway at the 147th Street Station. Council Member John Bergman said the pedestrian skyway would be especially important because of planned improvements at the Time Square shopping area. He noted a proposed Portillo’s project that would construct a new restaurant on the site. “That right there will generate a lot of business and a lot of people and traffic coming through,” he said. “At that point if we’ve gone and done our thing to attract businesses, then I believe it’s up to the Legislature and MnDOT and the county to come up with that overpass to help us because I think now would be the time, when that Time Square will be up and coming.”

Department of Energy and Economic Development. The city also seeks support in policies for tax-increment financing and opposes “county efforts to gain veto power over TIF funds in newly created districts,” the city’s priorities document said.

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The city supports funding for community forestry From left, District 57B Rep. John Huot and District 57 to prepare and respond to Sen. Greg Clausen speak to Apple Valley city staff and the emerald ash borer inCity Council members on Jan. 10. festation. Most community retailers and potential im- party and that information trees will soon be impacted, pacts on local property would then become public. according to the city. Council Member Tom taxes. Hamann-Roland said Goodwin said one of his Wireless infrastructure The city opposes rethe city’s municipal liquor biggest concerns is that strictions on city authority stores are important be- members of the City Councause some of that money cil, which is a non-partisan to manage where wireless is used to help buy new elected office, would also facilities go in the public squad cars or fire trucks have to declare a party if right of way. The city is and support parks and rec- they want to vote in the concerned about this topic because of the anticipated reation activities. Lawell presidential primary. “Here’s something I arrival of 5G wireless techsaid since 2002, the city has tranferred $9.5 million of wonder about, if I go and nology, Lawell said. liquor operations for gen- tell somebody I’m a Democrat or a Republican, I’m Crime eral fund activities. Council Member Ruth lying,” he said. Election process Hamann-Roland said Grendahl said the LegislaLawell said the city sup- lawmakers should consider ture should take a look at ports expanding the time a change being suggested crime and sentencing guideperiod for early voting and by the League of Minne- lines. She and her husband a reduction in the time- sota Cities for recording Alcohol were victims of a burglary line for in-person absentee write-in votes. The city opposes legis- voting. Early voting is less The League is suggest- in the fall where the burglar lation that “would expand costly to administer coming that cities should have broke into their residence the sale of alcohol in gro- pared to absentee voting. the option to require write- while her husband was at cery stores and other retail The city is asking law- in candidates for local of- home. The suspect in the establishments,” according makers to revise the state fices to file a formal request case allegedly broke into to the priorities document. law related to presidential with a city election official other homes in Apple ValThe city cited concerns primaries “to better en- at least seven days before ley. He was arrested and including an increase in sure privacy of voter infor- the city election and that after he was released, he aldrunken driving, underage mation.” Lawell said the the city clerk only compile legedly broke into a home alcohol sales and consump- presidential primary law and record the votes if the in Eagan. He’s suspected in tion, potential economic requires people who wish total number of write-in another case in Hennepin effects on current off-sale to participate to declare a votes for an office is greater County, Grendahl said. “This is like catch and than or equal to the number of votes received by a can- release for our police dedidate listed on the ballot partment. We’re supposed receiving the fewest number to have the resources and of votes, according the or- they’re in and out in and out,” she said. “Frankly it’s ganization. “This takes staff time a joke. 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Bierman’s swearing-in delayed due to being hospitalized House District 57A Rep. Robert Bierman’s swearing-in was delayed for a few days after he missed the first day of the legislative session on Jan. 8, because of being hospitalized, according to his Twitter account. A statement posted on Jan. 7 to the Twitter account said Bierman had been hospitalized for the past two days at Fairview Ridges Hospital in Burnsville for an infection. Bierman said in a Jan. 14 statement that he developed the infection after having a medical procedure done over the holiday season. “I’m grateful for the dedicated staff and quality care I received at Fairview Hospital in Burnsville,” he said. According to Bierman’s office, he was released from the hospital on Jan. 9. He was sworn in on Jan. 10.

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News Briefs Workman elected Dakota County Board chair

• Strengthen and celebrate Dakota County Library services. The library will offer new hours beginning in February Commissioner Liz Workman that will be more consistent and will lead the Dakota County Board convenient for most visitors. The of Commissioners in 2019. renovated Pleasant Hill Library Workman, who represents in Hastings and Heritage Library Burnsville in District 5 of Dakota in Lakeville will reopen with a reCounty, was elected chair by her freshed look, a new iLAB and a fellow commissioners Tuesday, Jan. larger community meeting room. 8, during their first meeting of the Dakota County Library will also year. She replaces Commissioner Liz celebrate 50 years in 2019 with Kathleen Gaylord, who served as Workman open houses at several locations. chair in 2018. Commissioner Mike • Increase workforce housing. DaSlavik was elected vice chair for this year. kota County will work to increase access to In opening remarks, Workman outlined affordable housing and to provide supportseveral of Dakota County’s priorities for ive services to decrease the dependency on 2019: temporary housing shelters. • Make smart investments to ensure a • Continue to be good stewards of tax high-quality transportation and transit dollars. Dakota County will operate with system. That will include the reconstruc- a budget that relies on the lowest property tion of 10 miles of county highways over tax levy per capita among all Minnesota four projects and improvements to four counties. intersections. The county will continue to “I pledge to continue to build on the partner on development of the METRO success of our past work and our commitOrange Line bus rapid transit service and ment to fiscal responsibility and excellent study transit options in eastern Dakota service,” Workman said. County. • Protect and improve natural resources. The county will continue developing its re- Job Transitions Group meets Mary Berg will present “The Power of gional greenway system, move aggressively to boost recycling and reduce landfill waste, Negotiation” at the Jan. 22 meeting of the explore the potential construction of a sec- Easter Job Transitions Group. The group meets 7:30 a.m. Tuesdays at ond Recycling Zone, install high-efficiency turbines at Byllesby Dam to replace the Easter Lutheran Church – By the Lake, 108-year-old turbines, and develop a plan 4545 Pilot Knob Road, Eagan. Call 651452-3680 for information. to protect groundwater resources. Priorities, from 2A

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Opinion Big decisions about little Minnesotans by Joe Nathan SUN THISWEEK DAKOTA COUNTY TRIBUNE

Many working and low-income parents with infants or preschool children face tough decisions, whether they live in Little Falls or Lakeville, St. Louis Park or Stillwater. Child care options often are limited, and the best programs usually are very expensive. So is prenatal care. Arthur Rolnick, a former Federal Reserve Bank economist now at the University of Minnesota, recently pointed out that more than 35,000 Minnesota children from low-income families don’t have access to strong early childhood programs. This is despite research showing that high-quality early childhood programs working with low-income families and their children have powerful long-term impacts. Politicians have noticed. In their campaign platform, Gov. Tim Walz and Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan declared, “Children and families are our top priority.” (More about their goals is at https://bit.ly/2RI2p5g.) Some of the biggest decisions the 2019 Minnesota Legislature will make involve some of the state’s youngest, smallest citizens. Conversations with two key legislators, one a Republican,

Staff Columnist Joe Nathan one a DFLer, suggest that they agree on at least some priorities. Sen. Carla Nelson, R-Rochester, chairs the Senate’s E-12 Finance and Policy Committee. Rep. Dave Pinto, DFL-St. Paul, chairs the Minnesota House Early Childhood Finance and Policy Division. Both told me recently, as Nelson, put it, “I want to see every Minnesota youngster well prepared for kindergarten.” Both want to support high-quality options to help achieve this goal. And both seem to agree that, as Pinto explained, “There’s very powerful research about the value of good prenatal care and for helping infants get a great start.” Walz agrees about the importance of good child care and education. In their platform, the Walz/Flanagan team wrote that lack of access to good child care “impacts parents’ ability to work, families’ ability to achieve financial security, and children’s readiness for kindergarten. … There is no smarter

investment for our state than ensuring our littlest citizens have access to safe, robust care whether from their parents or child care programs that allow parents to continue to work and remain independent.” In his Jan. 7 inauguration speech, Walz shared his belief that “education is the great equalizer of society. Education unleashes untapped potential. Education conjures the magic of promising beginnings and the grace of second chances. Putting a young child on a yellow bus to pre-kindergarten in St. Cloud can prevent him from riding a prison bus to Stillwater. … Every child deserves a high-quality education.” (The full speech is at https://bit. ly/2QAqN4e.) Minnesota has debated for decades how to best organize and support early childhood and child care. Over the last eight years, Gov. Mark Dayton and the Legislature compromised. The state provided enough money so that every public school, district and charter could offer full-day kindergarten to all students. More money was allocated to provide early childhood scholarships for children from low-income families and for child and dependent care tax credits. But as mentioned earlier, tens of thousands of low-income Minnesota

families still don’t have access to strong early childhood programs. Rolnick and his colleague attorney Michael Ciresi have suggested a compromise: —Fully fund early childhood programs for young children from families earning up to 185 percent of federal poverty guidelines. —Provide “partial scholarships for middle-income families.” They explain their suggestions in the Star Tribune opinion piece at http:// strib.mn/2VKOXN9. There’s never enough money to do everything we’d like to do. So we have to establish priorities. I hope the governor and legislators can agree on using the best available research to support both low- and middle-income families with infants and young children. That will help, as Walz explained, unleash a child’s “untapped potential” and “allow parents to continue to work and remain independent.” Joe Nathan, formerly a Minnesota public school teacher, administrator and PTA president, is director of the Center for School Change. Reactions are welcome at joe@centerforschoolchange. org. Columns reflect the opinion of the author.

It’s time to celebrate 50 years in Apple Valley by Bill Tschohl SPECIAL TO SUN THISWEEK DAKOTA COUNTY TRIBUNE

We love Apple Valley. We encourage all residents to plan to participate in Apple Valley’s Golden 50th Year in 2019, as there are many events planned. In 1979 our family moved from Stow, Ohio, and located in Apple Valley. As we and our three children have often said, this was a great decision. Now some of our grandchildren are enjoying the many benefits of living in

Guest Columnist Bill Tschohl Apple Valley. We have been in Apple Valley for 40 of the 50 years since Apple Valley became a statutory city and have watched the city grow and continue to get better each year. We encourage our friends

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to remain in Apple Valley and those from out of the area to move here. This is made easy because of Mayor Mary Hamann-Roland who proudly says “In Apple Valley children are seen and they are heard.” We need to thank all those who have contributed so much to the success of our city. Among those to be recognized is Mayor Mary who has served as mayor for the past 20 years and began her sixth four-year term Jan. 10. We have been blessed with an effective City Council, which continues to work for the benefit of our city. Many of the council members have served for many years, including Tom Goodwin and Ruth Grendahl. Re-elected in November to serve another four years were John Bergman and Clint Hooppaw. We have an outstanding City Manager Tom Lawell, who with his staff guides the city in achieving its mission. The Planning Commission is so important for the many business firms that want to locate in Apple Valley. Safety is a priority of the mayor and we have an outstanding Police Chief Jon Rechtzigel. Our School District 196 ranks very high, and many move to Apple Valley to enjoy the benefits of an excellent school system. The Apple Valley Chamber of Commerce led by president Ed Kearney continues to promote our city and host many events promoting our city. The Apple Valley American Legion Post 1776 and Apple Valley Rotary and so many churches and businesses stand ready to support efforts to make our city even better. The city must be doing things right when it can grow from 1,810 house-

holds in 1970 to 19,238 households and an estimated population of 52,435 in 2018. The City’s Urban Advisory Committee under the guidance of Bruce Nordquist, community development director, works on projects and topics assigned by the City Council. They have diligently been working with the city on how best to celebrate Apple Valley’s Golden 50th Year. Many readers of this newspaper have seen the many activities listed, which was printed in the Jan. 4 edition. There are so many exciting events planned. As the city celebrates the achievement of 50 years, people will want to check the city’s website about upcoming events at www.cityofapplevalley.org. While we have many great people who have helped over the past 50 years to make our city so great, we cannot forget our two former mayors who continue to remain active and supporting of our city. Mike Garrison and Will Branning helped to make the “Apple Valley American dream possible.” Our best wishes and congratulations to Hamann-Roland and City Council members Bergman and Hooppaw who took the oath of office for another four years at the City Council meeting on Jan. 10. With everyone working together we will be able to honor our past and look forward to an exciting future. We are living the “Apple Valley American dream.” We love Apple Valley. William and Nancy Tschohl are residents of Apple Valley. Columns reflect the opinion of the author.

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Former county employee files lawsuit She James claims she was wrongfully terminated One probation officer indi- about the relationship to her di- of the county’s Employee RelaBackstrom said in a

by Tad Johnson

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A jail treatment counselor who was employed with Dakota County for a little over two months has filed a lawsuit in which she claims she was wrongfully terminated after she reported another counselor was in a sexual relationship with a inmate. Brooke Johnson is seeking monetary damages as determined by the court for her lost wages, employment benefits and for emotional suffering she experienced after she says she was terminated and then encouraged to resign on July 3, 2018, by two superiors after she revealed the counselor-inmate relationship. Dakota County Attorney

statement that the county “denies Ms. Johnson’s allegations and will vigorously defend its employment practices in court.” He said it is Dakota County’s practice not to comment substantively on active litigation. The lawsuit alleges that the relationship came to Johnson’s attention from both the inmate and two of the inmate’s probation officers, who both expressed concern about the relationship, according to Johnson’s account in a complaint filed Jan. 8 in the First Judicial District. There are several state laws that prohibit providers such as counselors from having sexual relationships with clients in their care.

cated that the other licensed alcohol and drug counselor (LADC) reportedly had access to the inmate’s file and had made treatment recommendations for the man, whom the officer alleged in a written report that he was living with the counselor or her family upon his release. The probation officer said the LADC may have changed the inmate’s treatment recommendation at the time of discharge, as the officer was concerned that he was not referred to formal treatment services at the conclusion of the jail treatment program, according to the complaint. Johnson, who was hired by the county on April 30, said after she reported information

rect supervisor on June 25 and 29, the supervisor dismissed Johnson’s concerns and those of the probation officers, according to the complaint. During a July 3 meeting that Johnson says was supposed to be between her and her supervisor, a third supervisor joined the meeting when Johnson said she was presented with a list of concerns about her job performance that had never been previously shared. Johnson says she was dismissed from the room, then was told to work in an empty cubicle for about an hour when she was called back into the office and she was told she was going to be terminated. Johnson says she twice requested to have a representative

tions staff present, but both requests were denied. Johnson alleges that the supervisor told Johnson that it was in her best interest to resign since it would be harder for her to find a job with a termination on her record. Johnson then said she wrote a one sentence resignation letter and signed it. The lawsuit claims the county’s actions were a reprisal in violation of the Minnesota Whistleblower Act, which says that an employer cannot discharge an employee for reporting a violation, suspected violation or planned violation of any state law to an employer. Tad Johnson can be reached at tad.johnson@ecm-inc.com.

Planning Commission recommends approval of Panera project Project to go before City Council by Patty Dexter SUN THISWEEK DAKOTA COUNTY TRIBUNE

A proposed project to raze the existing Apple Valley Bakers Square Restaurant & Pies building and construct a new building to house Panera Bread on the site cleared a hurdle on Jan. 9. The Apple Valley Planning Commission voted to recommend approval of the project. Panera Bread is presently located in the Southport Centre, 15052 Gleason Path in Apple Valley. The proposed project calls for demolishing the existing 5,738-square-foot Bakers Square restaurant at 15200 Cedar Ave. and constructing a new 4,820-square-foot building

with drive-thru window service on the 1.28-acre site. Panera Bread LLC and Brixmor Southport Centre LLC, the property owner, were requesting approval of a planned development ordinance amendment, conditional use permit and a site plan and building permit authorization to allow for the construction of the restaurant with the drive-thru window, according to a Jan. 9 city report. All of those requests were recommended for approval by the Planning Commission. Before the vote, a resident addressed the Planning Commission saying that Bakers Square is a popular destination for lo-

Nominations open for Public Health Achievement Awards Dakota County Public Health is seeking nominations for the annual Public Health Achievement Awards. The awards recognize contributions of Dakota County residents who devote their time, energy and talents in their communities to improve health. The awards will be presented before the Dakota County Board of Commissioners April 9 in continued celebration of National Public Health Week. Community health leaders are recognized in three categories: youth, individual and community

group (coalition, partnership or organization). Winners are selected based on their leadership, contribution to solutions to public health problems, collaboration, advocacy, role modeling and evidence of impact. The nomination deadline is Wednesday, March 6. For a nomination form and more information, visit www.dakotacounty. us, search “Achievement Award,” or call 651-5546100. To read about last year’s winners, visit www. dakotacounty.us, search “Honoring advocates.”

cal seniors. He believes the community would lose an important gathering place if the Panera project goes through. “Bakers Square is a unique place, a place where we really feel at home,” he said. Planning Commission Chair Tom Melander said he understood the concerns, but the Planning Commission and the city have nothing to do with what applications are being made and don’t solicit people to bring in certain

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Cedar Avenue, which they show on their revised plan. Because of the grades and Americans with Disabilities Act requirements, the sidewalk will need to go south, east and then north to the front of the building.” The project will now go before the City Council for consideration at a later date. Patty Dexter can be reached at patty.dexter@ecm-inc. com.

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Obituaries

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Bart (50) died September 14, 2018 of a seizure at home in Las Vegas. He grew up in Apple Valley and graduated from Apple Valley High School in 1986. He married Kristine Williams in 2004, and had been living in Las Vegas the past 13 years. Bart is survived by his wife Kristine Anderson, parents Merlin and Karen Anderson of Apple Valley; brother Brett (Sara) of Prior Lake; godson William; nephews Thomas and Ren of Prior Lake; brother Chad of San Francisco, CA; fatherin-law Mike (Julie) of Naples, FL; brother-in-law Jeff of Apple Valley; sister-in-law Kari of Lakeville; nieces Kate of Mankato and Jordan of Lakeville; and â&#x20AC;&#x153;Grandmaâ&#x20AC;? Dorothy Nelson of Apple Valley. Preceded in death by grandparents, Uncle John and mother-in-law Cheryl Williams. Services have been held.

David W. Amundson, age 44, of New Prague, died by suicide after a long battle with depression on Sunday, January 13, 2019. Dave was born on July 1, 1974 to Tom H. and Marlys A. (Youngbauer) Amundson in Farmington, MN. He graduated from Lakeville High School and attended Dunwoody College of Technology and received an Associate of Applied Science Degree in auto mechanics. He worked for the last 15 years for Airlake Automotive in Lakeville. On September 10, 1994, Dave married the love of his life, Amy Hall, in Lakeville and shortly after, the couple moved to New Prague, where they raised their two children. Dave was an avid outdoorsman and snowmobiler. He shared his love of one aspect of the outdoors with others as coach for the New Prague Archery Club. Dave was a loving husband, father, and friend to all. He was devoted to his German Shorthairs and his Chevyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, in equal measure. Dave is survived by his wife, Amy; son, Kevin Amundson of Montgomery; daughter, Jessica Amundson (Alex Swenson) of New Prague; parents, Tom & Marlys Amundson of Lakeville; parents-in-law, Gary & Pat Hall of Elko New Market; brother, Jerry (Katy Mullen) Amundson of St. Paul; sisters, Becky (Shawn) Valek of New Prague and Carla Amundson of Lakeville; sister-inlaw, Tracey (Jorge) Romero of New Prague.; his nieces and nephews. A Celebration of Life Service will be held Saturday, January 19, 2019 at 11:00 AM at FaithPoint Lutheran Church in New Prague with Reverend Dr. Steve TrewarWKD RIÂżFLDWLQJ 9LVLWDWLRQ ZLOO WDNH SODFH DW FKXUFK KRXUV prior to service from 9 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 11 AM. Lunch will follow the service at the KC Hall in New Prague. Memorials are preIHUUHG LQ OLHX RI Ă&#x20AC;RZHUV Bruzek Funeral Home bruzekfuneralhome.com 952-758-4949

Christopher D. Johnson Age 39 of Chehalis, WA, formerly of Lakeville, born July 6, 1979 in Edina, MN to Dale and Jean Johnson, passed away unexpectedly January 2, 2019. After graduating from Le Cordon Bleu Culinary School Chris worked as a sous chef at Kincaidâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s and the Palomino and then as an executive chef for various restaurants in Portland, OR and the state of Washington. He is survived by his parents, Dale and Jean; brothers, Daniel and David and other family and friends. A memorial service will be held 11:00 AM, Thursday, January 17, 2019 with a visitation one hour before at Henry W. Anderson Mortuary, 14850 Garrett Ave., Apple Valley. Henry W. Anderson (952) 432-2331 www.HenryWAnderson.com

Lorraine Schulz Lorraine Schulz, age 92 of Burnsville, passed away on January 14 after a long battle with Alzheimerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s disease. A Mass of Christian burial will be held on Friday, January 18, 2019 at 11 am at Mary Mother of the Church in Burnsville with a gathering of family and friends 1 hour prior to the service. Lorraine Schulz was born on December 7, 1926 in Superior, WI, the daughter of Emil and Mary Worle. She spent most of her childhood in Staples, MN. Upon graduation she moved to Bismarck to attend Nursing school at St. Alexius. Lorraine met Arnold there and they were married on )HEUXDU\ DQG UDLVHG ÂżYH FKLOGUHQ LQ %LVPDUFN Fargo and Burnsville. Lorraine retired from nursing after 43 years in North Dakota and Minnesota. Lorraine loved spending time with family and friends, playing cards and games, knitting, volunteering at church and especially baking. Her caramel rolls were legendary. She was kind and generous to all. Lorraine is survived by her children Mary Anne (Jim) Snyder, Peggy (Ted) Gietzen, Jacque (Ward) Jensen, Rebecca Schulz, Jay (Rhonda) Schulz; grandchildren Jessica, Joyce, Stephanie, Jennifer, Kelly, Nicole, Mary, Ann and Jacob; 13 great grandchildren; brother Fred Worle. She was preceded in death by her husband Arnold; parents Emil and Mary Worle; siblings George Worle, Joyce Vettel and Eugene Worle. ,Q OLHX RI Ă&#x20AC;RZHUV PHPRULDOV PD\ EH JLYHQ WR WKH $O]heimerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Association. White Funeral Home Apple Valley 952-432-2001 www.whitefuneralhomes.com

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Loving wife, mom, grandma and friend Janis Aitchison, 72, of Ft. Myers Beach, FL (formerly Lakeville, MN), entered heaven on January 7, 2019. Janis was born to Wilbur and Cleo Overgaard on November 8, 1946 in Ventura, IA. She graduated from Ventura High School and then went on to earn her RN from Des Moines Methodist. Janis married her junior-high school sweetheart Dwight Aitchison LQ 6KH ZRUNHG DW 7KH 0DUVKÂżHOG &OLQLF EHIRUH serving as the school nurse at Crystal Lake Elementary in Lakeville, MN for 15 years. Her most favorite DFWLYLWLHV LQFOXGHG VHZLQJ UHDGLQJ ÂżVKLQJ FRRNLQJ baking, gardening, and playing games and activities with IDPLO\ DQG IULHQGV 6KH ZDV D VHOĂ&#x20AC;HVV SHUVRQ ZKR KHOSHG everyone, and was a devoted and extra-loving wife, mom, grandma and friend. Janis is preceded in death by her father and brother. She is survived by her loving husband of 50 years Dwight; son Brent; daughter Tara (Tyler) Cooper; grandchildren Cade and Ashlyn Cooper; mother Cleo Overgaard; brother Russell Overgaard and sister Margaret Welter. Per her wishes, a private interment service will be held in Ft. Myers Beach, FL. For those wishing to honor her beautiful life, memorials may be sent to Hospice of Douglas County Alexandria, MN, www.hospicedouglascounty. org or St. Peter Lutheran Church, 3751 Estero Blvd, Fort Myers Beach, FL 33931.

Alvin Lee Strand Al Strand, age 73, a resident of Burnsville for the past 38 years, passed away on January 7, 2019 due to an illness. He was born on December 10, 1945 and raised in the area of Billings, MT. He was preceded in death by parents Sam and Bertha Strand and sisters Carolyn Houseman and Betty Thormahlen. He is survived by his high school sweetheart Gail Strand; daughter Stacy (Tim) Courtney of Tampa; sons Scott (Kirsten) Strand of Chicago and Walter â&#x20AC;&#x153;Tonyâ&#x20AC;? (Shelly) Strand of Minneapolis; his grandchildren, who were the loves of his life: granddaughter Olivia Strand, grandsons Erik and Brian Strand, Sam (Amy), Calvin and Connor Courtney; and his brother Gordon.

Bradley F. Olson Bradley F. Olson, age 76 of Chisago City, MN, passed away on January 7, 2019. He was preceded in death by his parents Louis and Sadie Olson and his brother Warren Olson. Survived by his wife Myrtie Olson, his sons Mark (Lorie) Olson and Bruce (Jill) Olson and daughter Debra Ham. He has nine grandchildren and six greatgrandchildren along with numerous nieces and nephews who all loved him very much. Memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, January 18, 2019 at Highview Christiana Lutheran Church, 26690 Highview Ave., Farmington with a visitation one hour prior to service. Luncheon at the church to follow.

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Religion Luther College Nordic Choir to perform The Luther College Nordic Choir will perform Feb. 9-10 at Shepherd of the Valley Lutheran Church, 12650 Johnny Cake Ridge Road, Apple Valley. Performances will take place at the 5 p.m. worship service Saturday, Feb. 9, along with the 8:30 and

9:45 a.m. worship services Sunday, Feb. 10. The choir also will perform a 7:30 p.m. concert on Saturday. The program includes “Praise the Name of the Lord” by Sergei Rachmaninoff, “Pater Noster” by Jacob Handl, Psalm 50 by F. Melius Christiansen, as well as hymn arrangements, spirituals and the traditional Nordic Choir closing piece, “O Lord God” by Pavel Chesnokov. Performances during

worship services are free; tickets for the Feb. 9 concert are $20 for adults and $10 for students. Tickets are available online at tickets.luther.edu and at the door.

priate for children 10 years of age and older. The film will be followed with an optional discussion time. Pizza, pop and candy will be for sale in the church lobby from 4-7 p.m. For more information, ‘Screenagers: contact erin.swensonGrowing Up in hatzung@sotv.org or visit sotv.org/events or call 952the Digital Age’ 432-6351. The church is at showing at SOTV 12650 Johnny Cake Ridge Shepherd of the Valley Road in Apple Valley. Lutheran Church in Apple Valley is showing “ScreenWomen’s luncheon agers” 4:30-6 p.m. and 7-8:30 p.m. Wednesday, set Feb. 14 Jan. 30. The Minnesota Val“Screenagers” probes ley Christian Women’s into the vulnerable cor- Connection will hold its ners of family life and de- Valentine luncheon 12-2 picts the messy struggles p.m. Thursday, Feb. 14, at over social media, video Valleywood Golf Course, games and academics. The 4851 McAndrews Road, award-winning film offers Apple Valley. solutions on how to help Speaker Lisa Fred will kids navigate the digital share “A Sanctuary in world. The film is appro-

Suffering” on how the accidental death of her husband thrust her into the harsh reality of suffering but prompted unlimited opportunities for growth. She also will play her flute. Luncheon cost is $20. Reservations/cancellations by Saturday, Feb. 9, to Jan at 651-434-5795 or tjmorse2@comcast.net. Sponsored by Stonecroft.

MICAH South sponsors legislative breakfast MICAH South, an advocacy group for affordable housing, is sponsoring a Legislative Breakfast 7-9:15 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 30, at St. John Neumann Catholic Church in Eagan. There will be time for meeting with local elected officials, refreshments,

and a panel discussion on the topic of building support for housing solutions. Panelists include Tony Schertler, director of the Dakota County CDA; Mary Liz Holberg, Dakota County commissioner; and other people involved with housing issues in Dakota County from both the county and nonprofit organizations. Housing is becoming harder to afford and everyone needs to be a part of the solutions. Participants will organize around legislative districts at round tables and discuss issues with local officials. To register, go to http:// bit.ly/2H3ioqm. St. John Neumann Catholic Church is at 4030 Pilot Knob Road, Eagan. More information is at http://www.micah.org/.

Seniors Apple Valley seniors The Apple Valley Senior Center, 14601 Hayes Road, is home to the following activities, which are organized and run by the Apple Valley Seniors and Apple Valley Parks and Recreation. The facility is open 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday. For information, call 952-953-2345 or go

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Mentor, from 1A her with a safe haven to recover from trauma that happened in her life. “It took a long time to get here and it was with the help of many loving adults, counselors and friends that helped me to become my true self,” she said.

Being a mentor Wikstrom said she thought about becoming a mentor after moving back to Minnesota from California. She decided to start by being a schoolbased mentor and this was where she was first connected with Aryana. They spent time working on homework, talking and playing games during visits. After the first year Wikstrom mentored Aryana in school, she decided to transition to becoming a community mentor for Aryana. Wikstrom said she

thought they connected well in school, but she wasn’t sure if Aryana had wanted to continue with the program. Aryana later told her she would have been “devastated” if Wikstrom had not chosen to keep being a mentor. “Just hearing that was a wakeup call,” Wikstrom said. Aryana said their past interactions have included her spending time at Wikstrom’s house playing with her sons, Luke and Aleks. They have also done things like go to the Science Museum and spend time at Millz House in Apple Valley. “It’s very fun. We hang out pretty much ... every month,” she said. Wikstrom said Aryana has fit in well with her family and her boys frequently ask when they will see her again. “They love her and she is great with them. She always makes sure that they’re listening and safe,”

Upcoming Kids ‘n Kinship events Kids ‘n Kinship is hosting the following information sessions in January and February. For more information about the organization, visit www.kidsnkinship. org. • 1-2 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 19, Galaxie Library, 14955 Galaxie Ave., Apple Valley. • 6:30-7:30 p.m. Monday, Jan. 28, Wescott Library, 1340 Wescott Road, Eagan. she said. Aryana and Wikstrom have been a good match and the relationship has been positive for Aryana, said Sandy Gibbens, a family friend who helps care for Aryana. “It’s been another additional positive force for her,” she said. Wikstrom said anyone

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Melissa Wikstrom and Aryana Swisher gather for a photo after decorating gingerbread houses. Also pictured are Wikstrom’s sons Aleks and Luke. who is thinking about begin, but she’s found the one time,” she said. being a mentor should wait was worth it. at least start the process “There’s so many kids Patty Dexter can be reached of applying. It took her who could use a positive at patty.dexter@ecm-inc. a while before she could role model and one-on- com.

News Briefs Parent resource groups meet in Apple Valley

for children and adults; child care is available. For information, contact NAMI at 651-645NAMI Minnesota 2948. (National Alliance on Mental Illness) provides Townhome, support groups to help parents discover resourc- condo leadership es to meet the challenges breakfast group of raising a child with forming mental illness, learn copA breakfast meeting ing skills and develop problem-solving skills. group is forming for volParent resource groups unteer board members of are facilitated by a par- townhome, condominium ent who has a child with and cooperative associaa mental illness and who tions in Dakota County. has been trained to lead The next meeting will be 8 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 22, support groups. Two parent resource at GrandStay Hotel and groups meet in Apple Conference, 7083 153rd Valley. One meets on the St. W., Apple Valley. The meeting will enfirst and third Tuesday of the month and the other able board members to meets on the second and meet each other and to fourth Tuesday. Both share information about meet from 6:30-8 p.m. at their associations and Shepherd of the Valley their experience and Lutheran Church, 12650 knowledge as association Johnny Cake Ridge Road. leaders. Coffee and tea Pizza is served at 6 p.m. will be served. Aquatic Center, from 1A complaint states. “Therefore, the child needed to use a walker for assistance. As of the drafting of this amended complaint, the child is able to walk but does so with a limp. The child is unable to run or jump. The child currently goes to physical therapy two times per week and mental health therapy one time per week.” A Jan. 9 entry on his CaringBridge site said he’s

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For more information, contact Lynn Boergerhoff, president, Boulder Village Townhome Association, at lynnab7@ gmail.com or 651-3081461.

Dakota County Library adopts new hours Dakota County Library is adopting additional and more consistent hours effective Monday, Feb. 4. New, regular hours will include opening at 9 a.m. instead of 10 a.m. — with the exception of Farmington and Inver Glen, which open at noon Monday-Wednesday. All locations will close one-half hour earlier, but overall most will see an additional three hours of service a week. The change also includes year-round Sunday hours from 1-5 p.m. at six Shari Haroldson of Hudson, Wisconsin, on GoFundMe at www.gofundme.com/sawyer-warner to help pay for medical expenses. The goal was to raise $50,000. As of Jan. 14, over $37,000 had been raised. Five people had given donations just days after McManus’ ruling in the criminal case.

scheduled to go in for additional surgery later this Patty Dexter can be reached month. at patty.dexter@ecm-inc. A fundraiser was set up com. by Sawyer’s grandmother,

of the nine locations. The changes are the result of feedback gathered during a public survey that was conducted for the library’s 2018 strategic plan and a study of customer use patterns. When renovations are complete, Heritage and Pleasant Hill hours will match Burnhaven hours with one exception – Pleasant Hill will be open on Sundays only September to May. The new hours will be: • Burnhaven, Galaxie,

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Silver Swans have fun, keep ﬁt in Lakeville By SUE WEBBER Contributing Writer

The words Silver Swans conjure up visions of beauty and grace. In Lakeville, the words also refer to a group of women ages 55-plus who are taking a class at DanceWorks Performing Arts Center. The class is taught by Leanne Campbell-Noonan, who is certified to teach by the Royal Academy of Dance in London. “I have taught adults in the past, but focusing on ages 55 and older is a new area for me,” Noonan said. “We’re taking into consideration mobility and balance, and stressing the joy of movement.” Her dance/movement class, offered for 45 minutes weekly, is low-impact and adaptable to many physical abilities. Those with particular situations can modify the movements to remain comfortable. “This is not a ballet class, though we do use some ballet-based movement.” Noon said. “We don’t do jumps, leaps or spinning. We also use some folk dance movement. The important thing is to have fun and keep fit. People end up feeling refreshed, not worn out.” She adapts the class to the people who enroll in it, Noonan said. The classes of 8 to 10 people work together as a group and also with partners, Noonan said. “Anybody can dance and enjoy movement,”

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she said. The movement helps with breathing and better posture, she said. “I’m aware of the importance of balance,” Noonan said. “Doing movement and dance together improves the ability to move and shift balance, bit by bit.” She uses a variety of music to keep things moving, including reggae and classical, Noonan said.

“There’s a real joy and passion about sharing dance,” Noonan said. “It surprises some people that they can do it. It’s fun.” Classes are limited to a maximum of 10 people, both men and women. The cost is $30 for five classes. “We wanted to make it accessible,” Noonan said. The Silver Swans is a new program designed and developed in England by the Royal Academy of Ballet, after 18 months of research into developing an approach to the kind of movement that would be comfortable. Noonan has been a dance educator for more than 25 years, teaching and choreographing for students of all ages in Toronto, Ottawa, Montreal, and the Twin Cities. “I’m Canadian,” she said. “I took my teacher training at the National Ballet School of Canada.” Noonan started dancing at the age of 5. “I was never a professional dancer,” she said. “I did amateur dance and choreography. It found me.” She is a graduate of the Teacher Training Program at Canada’s National Ballet School, where she also earned her Associate Teaching Diploma-Cecchetti Method. Noonan has been on staff at DanceWorks since 2012. Prior to that, she spent five years teaching at the St. Paul Conser-

vatory for Performing Artists. DanceWorks Performing Arts Center was established in 1984 by Ann Proudfoot. What began as a 1,200-square foot studio has expanded into a 14,000-square foot facility that includes HealthWorks, a women’s fitness facility. The center offers recreational classes, competition lines, pre-school program and ballet curriculum. Ann Proudfoot, owner and director of DanceWorks Performing Arts Center, received her B.S. degree in Dance and Physical Education from the University of Utah. Proudfoot was the dance director at Arlington High School, Arlington Heights, Ill., and later transferred to Larson Junior High School in Elgin, Ill., where she introduced a dance program that subsequently became part of the school’s physical education curriculum. After moving to Chicago, Proudfoot created her own community dance program. But a job transfer for her husband brought her to Minnesota, and she subsequently established her own dance school in Lakeville. The next session of Silver Swans will be Jan. 17-Feb. 28. Participants may join at any time. The first class is complimentary. The cost is $30 for seven classes. DanceWorks Performing Arts Center is at 17470 Glacier Way, Lakeville. Information: 951-432-7123.

Health is the trump card when it comes to aging Every month, I use this column to proclaim and promote a new age of old age. My point is that people in their 60s, 70s, 80s and beyond are no longer automatically relegated to the backseat or sideline of life. Instead, they can now remain active and engaged during their encore years. The postretirement period is no longer the doldrums of life. For many, it is the happiest and most productive time of all. Today’s seniors are anything but “retired,” idle or dormant. They are continuing

to contribute to the common good as much as possible for as long as possible. I call it “vital aging.” BOB Older adults can now do RAMSEY more and be more than ever Guest before. They can live purcolumnist poseful, meaningful, interesting and fulfilling lives until St. Louis Park resident Bob Ramsey the very end. They can conis a lifelong educator, freelance writer and tinue working, start their own advocate for vital aging. He can be reached business or become an entreat 952-922-9558 or by email preneur. They can go back at joyrammini@comcast.net. to school, travel, volunteer, dote on grandchildren, check build something, collect someoff their “bucket list,” invent thing, run for public office or something, create something, write a column. The sky’s the

limit, but there is one caveat. Health is the trump card. If health goes bad at any age, all bets are off. Aging can only be as vital as health allows. Remember the old proverb, “Health is better than wealth.” It’s truer than ever. Hippocrates, the father of modern medicine, put it this way, “A wise man ought to realize health is his most valuable asset.” And British philosopher Herbert Spencer may have said it best, “The preservation of health is a duty.”

This means that good health can’t be taken for granted. It’s not contagious. You can’t catch it from other people. Each of us has to take responsibility for our own well-being. Don’t wait for signs, symptoms or sickness to show up. It’s important to pay attention to your health while you’re healthy. That’s why the first law of successful aging is simply: Be well to live well. Take care of yourself, so you can take care of others and take on the world.

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Discovering The Mature Lifestyle Jan. 17, 2019

Longtime marathon runners share keys to their success By SUE WEBBER Contributing Writer

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Bob Stavig’s wife pictured him crossing 50th Street during the 2018 Twin Cities Marathon.

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said, adding that most of the trail 100s give runners 30 or more hours to finish the course. Now 69, Stavig said he confines his running to weekends these days. “I used to run every day,” he said. That involved regional races, too, including Boston in 1987. “I injured my hamstring this summer and barely finished the Twin Cities Marathon,” he said. A native of South Dakota and a graduate of the University of South Dakota in Vermillion where he worked on the student newspaper, Stavig said he began running in college, “when the craze started.” He moved to the Twin Cities in 1971. Now semiretired, he said he’s been “an ad guy” for his entire career. His wife, Vicki, is a writer. The couple has two children: son Mike, and daughter Christina, who is a physician at Park Nicollet. Both also are runners. Stavig used to fish a lot and once worked as a fishing guide in Canada, but then, he said, “running took over.” Nowadays, he runs on the trails along the Minnesota River bottom, and also trains hard on the hills at the Hyland Ski area. He keeps careful track of his running times on spreadsheets going back 25 years, Stavig said. Running has brought “some really good friends and humorous experiences” to his life, Stavig said. “I don’t consider myself a great runner,” he said. “I’m a citizen runner, and that’s been meaningful for me.” One of Stavig’s closest running friends is Ed Rousseau, 79, who participates in numerous runs, including 24-hour and 48-hour marathons. Rousseau holds national and world records. He is the oldest of 23 charter Twin Cities Marathon runners. Rousseau said he has been running since he was 40 years old. “I grew up in Upper Michigan, and basketball was it,” he said. “We had incredible teams. It was

my favorite sport.” There were no track or cross-country teams available then, but, he said, “I ran all over our farm, chasing heifers.” He worked during the summer peeling bark off logs for 3 cents a log. After high school, he went into the Air Force, and found himself running on the track with his whole squadron during basic training at Lackland Air Force Base in San Antonio, Texas. “I was in good shape then,” he said. “I was 17 years old, 150 pounds and 6 feet tall.” He later went to work for Control Data in Minneapolis. And Rousseau kept running. One of his favorite places to run was the YMCA on Lake Street in Minneapolis, where he built up his long runs. Rousseau’s record includes 107 marathons, including all 37 Twin Cities Marathons, plus 116 ultra marathons. According to an account of his running history written by Yolanda Holder, Rousseau’s initial marathon

was the first Twin Cities Marathon in 1982. His fastest marathon was 2 hours 57 minutes in 1984 at age 45. “Ed’s medaled in 33 of the USA National Championships in the Marathon, 100K, 100 Mile, 24-Hour, 48-Hour and Six-Day Races and Snowshoe events, 23 times a National Masters Champion,” Holder said. “He’s set or broken 17 U.S. ultra-marathon records from 100 miles to 48-hour and six-day events and five world indoor track records. His 110-mile total in the 2005 24-hour nationals, at age 66, was ranked the seventh best Overall USA Masters Runner Ultra Marathon Performance that year. His 336-mile total in a six-day race at age 74 in 2014 was a U.S. and World Masters Division Record, while also setting four other 70-74 age World Records at 12, and 24 Hours, at 100K, and 100 miles.” “Every year is a unique experience,” Rousseau said. “I am able to renew wonderful friendships.” See Run, Next Page

“Fast Eddie” Rousseau holds world and national running records.

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One of his favorite mottos is this: “The race starts at 20 hours for those still standing.” Rousseau, who calls himself “Fast Eddie,” already is planning for a 10K snowshoe national competition in Cable, Wisconsin. There’s also a 24-hour race in Fort Snelling in June and another big

race in August. “Some people nap during those long runs, but I don’t,” Rousseau said. “Every six hours I might sit for 10 minutes and use a roller or Epsom salt gel on my leg muscles.” During the long-distance runs, he has a crew that helps him replace what he’s losing with carefully scheduled nutrition supplements, energy drinks and Snickers bars. “When I start hallucinating and staggering around at 3 a.m.,

I add caffeine to my drinks,” he said. In the meantime, Rousseau said, “I’m training twice a week, down by Minnehaha Creek and up the sledding hill,” he said. “My vision is to be 92 years old and win the 50th consecutive Twin Cities Marathon, and then see what’s next.” These days, Rousseau said he’s running “smart miles, not junk miles.” He’s working on core ex-

ercises and practicing snowshoe runs. An ongoing 35-year sobriety program has long been a powerful motivation for Rousseau. “My running is a positive and healthy use of time that had previously been used for drinking and hangovers,” he said. “I talk to groups about ‘being the best that you can be,’ whether they’re treatment patients, or a group of runners.” He also tries to visit his cab-

in north of Park Rapids every month, where he can run on the trails and do snowshoe training during the winter. Sometimes, he travels 30 miles to Bemidji State University, where he has permission to run on the indoor track before 3 p.m. Rousseau has been inducted into the Minnesota Running Legends and the Michigan Upper Peninsula Road Runners Hall of Fame.

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Sports A fixture at the Eastview pool Mark Tollefson, the only head coach the Lightning have ever had, celebrates his 100th season by Mike Shaughnessy SUN THISWEEK DAKOTA COUNTY TRIBUNE

It’s not just that Mark Tollefson coaches three sports, because other high school teachers have done that. But doing it year after year for more than three decades – all while managing a demanding teaching schedule – is what makes him unique. On Friday, the Eastview High School boys swimming and diving program recognized Tollefson, its head coach since the school opened in 1997, for serving 100 seasons as a coach. That includes three seasons a year at Eastview as head coach in boys swimming and girls swimming, as well as an assistant coach in boys track and field. Before that it was at Eagan High School, where Tollefson taught before going to Eastview. Before Eagan it was at Sartell High School, where he coached while still a college student. Coaching is far from his only job at Eastview. Tollefson helped design the science department curriculum when he started at the new school in the late 1990s. He remains the science department coordinator today and teaches a full schedule of chemistry and physics classes. “We have morning practices on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Sometimes when I wake up at 4:30, I wonder why I’m doing this,” Tollefson said. “But anybody who does this will tell you it’s because they enjoy working with kids.” The Lightning have had their share of successful competitors, including P.J. Rongitsch, the state boys Class AA diving champion in 2006, and Sam Pe-

Photo by Mike Shaughnessy

Eastview’s Mark Tollefson is in his 100th season as a high school coach. He’s the Lightning’s head coach for boys and girls swimming, and an assistant coach in track and field. karek, a state runner-up in the 100-yard breaststroke two years ago (Pekarek now swims for Yale University). Tollefson also coached Ryan Lockard, who won the high jump at the 2013 boys Class AA track and field meet. Tollefson said he isn’t sure exactly how many Eastview girls and boys have gone on to swim in college, but is comfortable with saying it’s more than 100. But winning state medals and getting athletes to college isn’t the goal as much as it is to help them improve and have fun. On Thursday, Tollefson recalled a recent conversation he had with assistant swimming coach Eric Vogen, who’s also been with the program since Eastview opened. “The first year the school was open we had nine swimmers and div-

ers on the boys team,” Tollefson said. “And some of them were young kids who had never competed before. But after helping them develop and watching the progress they made, we agreed it was one of the most fun seasons we’ve ever had. Then over the next few years the numbers grew, and were able to have a more competitive program.” It’s not unlike the team he has this year. About half of the 31 swimmers and divers on the Eastview roster are freshmen. It might be a couple of years before they realize their potential, but they got a taste of success last week in a 91-87 victory over Apple Valley that made the Lightning 1-3 in South Suburban Conference dual meets. Tollefson also was a science teacher and head swimming coach at Eagan

High School before Eastview opened its doors in fall 1997. He was hired at Eagan a couple of months before that school opened but wasn’t involved with curriculum design there. The opportunity to do it at Eastview was something he couldn’t pass up. “Eagan is a very good school,” Tollefson said, “but what attracted me to Eastview was the opportunity to be involved at the ground floor.” A chance to recharge for a few weeks during the summer also helps him keep going through numerous 12-hour days during the school year. Being around the swimmers helps, too. The South Suburban Conference has several veteran swimming coaches, including Rick Ringeisen (Lakeville South), Dan Schneider (Lakeville North) and Scott Pearson (Apple Val-

ley). What keeps the swimming coaches coming back year after year? “I think it has something to do with the kind of athletes swimming attracts,” Tollefson said. “Usually they’re hardworking and motivated. You don’t see many discipline problems. They’re the kind of kids you enjoy being around.” Minnesota’s gold standard for swimming coach longevity was Edina’s Art

Downey, who retired in 2018 after 62 years with the Hornets. Downey never wanted to reveal his age, but likely was well into his 80s when he retired. “I don’t know if I’ll have the energy to coach as long as Art Downey,” said Tollefson, 55. “But I’d like to coach into my 60s. I still really enjoy doing this.” Mike Shaughnessy can be reached at mike.shaughnessy@ecm-inc.com.

Lightning wrestlers move to 12-5 overall As of Jan. 12, the Eastview wrestling team moved to 12-5 overall and 2-2 in the South Suburban Conference. The Lightning defeated Tartan and Henry Sibley on Jan. 11 by 61-15 and 53-21 tallies, respectively. Earning falls during

the Tartan dual were Roman Gilbert, Max Enderlein, Nathan Langer, Gage Greenlee, Peter Swanson, Cedric Warner and Kellen Stewart. Earning wins were Drew Bergstedt, Connor Meixell, Quinn Hoffman and Abe Joseph.

Earning falls in the Sibley match were Gilbert, Enderlein, Langer, Greenlee, and Hoffman. Earning wins were Bergstedt, Austin Gerisch, Joseph, Warner, and Max Alipate. During the Mounds View Duals on Jan. 12, the Lightning placed fifth

in defeating North Branch (59-13) and Maple Grove (62-16), while losing to Blaine (45-22) and Owatonna (55-18). Earning falls against Blaine were Greenlee and Warner. Also earning wins were Mason Enderlein, Langer, Logan O’Neil.

Falls against Owatonna went to Greenlee, Hoffman and Warner. Earning a fall against North Branch was Greenlee and wins went to Enderlein, Landon Vath, Gerisch, Gilbert, Enderlein, Langer, Meixell, Hoffman, Joseph, Warner.

Falls against Maple Grove went to Meixell and Warner, and wins went to Vath, Gilbert, Gerisch, Langer, Greenlee, O’Neil, Hoffman, Joseph, Alipate. The Eastview Lightning Invitational is Saturday, Jan. 19, starting at 10:15 a.m.

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Tigers dominant in first half of season Girls team fourth in Class 4A by Mike Shaughnessy SUN THISWEEK DAKOTA COUNTY TRIBUNE

Photo by Mike Shaughnessy

Eastview goalie Amelia Julian kicks out a close-range shot during a South Suburban Conference girls hockey game against Lakeville South on Jan. 10 at Apple Valley Sports Arena. The goalie kept the game tied late in the third period, but Lakeville South scored at 5 minutes, 12 seconds of overtime to win 3-2. The Lightning dropped to 6-9-1 overall and 5-6 in the conference. Eastview forward Nora Stepan (21) and Lakeville South forward Taylor Otremba try to beat each other to the loose puck during a South Suburban Conference girls hockey game Jan. 10. Otremba scored at 5 minutes, 12 seconds of overtime as Lakeville South won 3-2 and improved to 4-7 in the conference and 5-13 overall. Photo by Mike Shaughnessy

Farmington’s girls basketball players are aware of what’s going on, but are doing their best not to dwell on it. This is what’s going on: The Tigers won their first 13 games of the season, likely for the first time in school history. They are leading the South Suburban Conference, a league they have never won, and are making a bid to go to the state tournament, someplace they have never been. With the regular season about half over, however, the Tigers neither want to look back nor too far ahead. “We try to focus more on how we want to play than on the opponent,” coach Liz Carpentier said. “We’ve been trying to go a game at a time, and it’s been that way all season long.” That task could get tougher later in the season. The Tigers led the South Suburban at 6-0 going into their home game against Lakeville South on Tuesday. On Friday, they play host to defending conference and state Class 4A champion Eastview, which started the week one game behind Farmington in the league standings. They entered the week ranked fourth in Class 4A by Minnesota Basketball News. Only two other teams in the class were undefeated – top-ranked Hopkins (13-0) and second-ranked Wayzata (140). The Lake Conference rivals play the first of

two regular-season games against each other Feb. 1. Farmington won 12 of its first 13 games by 14 points or more. The Tigers haven’t had a truly close game in almost a month since beating Apple Valley 53-46 on Dec. 18. That figures to change Friday when they play Eastview (10-2 overall). The second half of the schedule includes two games against Eastview, back-to-back road games against Lakeville North and Apple Valley, and another game against an improved Burnsville team. That should be enough to keep the Tigers from looking ahead to the playoffs too early. “It’s a very focused group, and even though we have some young players, a lot of them have the experience of going through a varsity season,” Carpentier said. “So they understand what we’re trying to do and why we want to keep concentrating on a game at a time.” Carpentier said the Tigers also have tried to develop a playing style and attitude that works away from home. They just completed a stretch of seven games that included just one on their home court. They won all seven by more than 20 points. The regular season can become a grind in January with two or three games a week and the playoffs still more than a month away. Carpentier said fatigue shouldn’t be a problem for the Tigers because a lot of what they’re doing is new for them and their enthusiasm is high.

SSC roundup: North’s Steiner wins all-around at gymnastics invite by Mike Shaughnessy SUN THISWEEK DAKOTA COUNTY TRIBUNE

Lakeville North last week moved up seven places in the Class AA gymnastics rankings and on Saturday the Panthers’ Rachel Steiner confirmed her place among the state’s top all-grounders by finishing first at the Lakeville Invitational. Steiner, a junior, scored 38.45 points in the allaround – currently second on the metro-area honor roll – and was one of three Panthers in the top 10. Ashley Goodlund finished third with 37.55 and Kait-

lyn Nguyen was third with 36.8. Individual highlights included Steiner’s first place on uneven bars with 9.75 and Goodlund’s third place on bars. The Panthers finished fourth at the Lakeville Invitational, an event that drew a number of the state’s top-ranked teams in Class AA and A. They started 2018 at 14th in the Class AA rankings but have moved up to seventh with an average score of 142.050. Defending state champion Stillwater is ranked first in Class AA. Lakeville South was 14th in the Class AA rank-

ings last week. Cougars coach Dusty Rotegard had his team compete in the Minnesota Girls Gymnastics Officials Association meet and Lakeville Invitational on consecutive weekends. “We were adding a couple of new skills into routines and trying some new things out for the meet and the girls came out and competed well,” Rotegard said after the MGGOA meet. He said the Cougars scored two points higher at the MGGOA meet than in their last meet before the holiday break. The Cougars’ top gym-

nast is returning state medalist Kari Wenzel, a senior. “Kari is the epitome of a leader and has done a great job leading the team this season,” Rotegard said. “She suffered an injury in the fall and has worked hard to get back, and things are starting to click for her.” Ania Kuznia, a sophomore, and Wenzel have been the top all-arounders for South. Eighth-grader Ella Erickson competes on varsity vault, balance beam and floor exercise. Claire Schonthaler does varsity vault and bars. Maddie Goodness has

consistently scored 9.0 or higher on floor this year, Rotegard said. The Lakeville teams have gone to several of the same invitationals, but won’t compete against each other in a dual meet until Feb. 5 at Lakeville North.

SSC hockey Lakeville North maintained its lead in South Suburban Conference boys hockey with a 4-3 overtime victory at Lakeville South on Tuesday. Tommy Shandorf scored the winner in overtime, and Caden Smith had

three assists. Lakeville North is 8-2 in the conference and 9-6 overall. The Panthers maintain a slim lead over Rosemount (7-2 in the SSC), which defeated Farmington 5-4 in overtime on Tuesday. Eagan is third in the league at 7-3. Lakeville South dropped to 6-3 in the conference and 7-7 overall. North plays at BenildeSt. Margaret’s in a nonconference game at 7:30 p.m. Thursday. The Panthers’ next South Suburban game is at Eastview on Tuesday, Jan. 22.

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Applicants to the Met Council will be interviewed in Savage Applicants selected to be interviewed for a position on the Metropolitan Council will testify at one of four public meetings where the nominating committee will accept statements from, or on behalf of, applicants. They will receive details on the format in ad-

vance of those meetings. Applicants for council districts 3, 4, 15 and 16 will meet at 6 p.m. Feb. 12 at Savage City Hall. District 15 is currently served by Steven C. Chavez, of Eagan, and includes Burnsville, Eagan, Rosemount and

Inver Grove Heights. District 16 is currently served by Wendy Wulff, of Lakeville, and includes Apple Valley, Farmington, Lakeville and Dakota County townships to the south and east. The committee will recommend candidates for the Met-

ropolitan Council to Gov. Tim Walz. Walz requests the nominating committee publicly forward three candidates for each council district by Feb. 18 so that he can meet his statutory deadline of appointment by March 4.

The nominating committee includes two members with area ties. Janet Williams, mayor of Savage, represents Scott County and is chair of the Nominating Committee. George Tourville, mayor of Inver Grove Heights, represents Dakota County.

Legals MINNESOTA SECRETARY OF STATE CERTIFICATE OF ASSUMED NAME Minnesota Statutes, 333 The filing of an assumed name does not provide a user with exclusive rights to that name. The filing is required for consumer protection in order to enable customers to be able to identify the true owner of a business. ASSUMED NAME: Reyes Foster Care PRINCIPAL PLACE OF BUSINESS: 13880 Glendale Court Apple Valley, MN 55124 NAMEHOLDER(S): Krystal Reyes 13880 Glendale Court Apple Valley, MN 55124 Steve Reyes 13880 Glendale Court Apple Valley, MN 55124 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 fields, 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. DATE FILED: January 7, 2019 SIGNED BY: Krystal Reyes Published in the Sun Thisweek January 18, 25, 2019 898228

Registrar, along with a Will dated June 19, 2013, a codicil dated March 9, 2016, and a Separate Writing pursuant to Minn. Stat. § 524.2-513, dated June 21, 2013. The Registrar accepted the application and informally appointed Mary J. Sauer, whose address is 2649 Riviera Drive South, White Bear Lake, MN 55110, to serve as the personal representative of the Decedent’s estate. Any heir, devisee or other interested person may be entitled to appointment as personal representative or may object to the appointment of the personal representative. Any objection to the appointment of the personal representative must be filed with the Court, and any properly filed objection will be heard by the Court af-

ter notice is provided to interested persons of the date of hearing on the objection. Unless objections are filed, and unless the Court orders otherwise, the personal representative has the full power to administer the estate, including, after thirty (30) days from the issuance of letters testamentary, the power to sell, encumber, lease, or distribute any interest in real estate owned by the Decedent. Notice is further given that, subject to Minn. Stat. § 524.3-801, all creditors having claims against the Decedent’s estate are required to present the claims to the personal representative or to the Court within four (4) months after the date of this notice or the claims will be barred. Dated: December 26, 2018

NOTICE OF INFORMAL PROBATE OF WILL AND INFORMAL APPOINTMENT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF DAKOTA DISTRICT COURT FIRST JUDICIAL DISTRICT Court File No.:19HA-PR-18-928 In Re: Estate of Mary L Sauer, Decedent. Notice is given that an Application for Informal Probate of Will and Informal Appointment of Personal Representative was filed with the

INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT #196 CALL FOR BIDS 2019 ROOF REHABILITATION Notice is hereby given that sealed bids will be received for the 2019 Roof Rehabilitation by Independent School District 196, at the District Office located at 3455 153rd Street West, Rosemount, MN 55068, in the Vermillion Room until 2:00 p.m., local time on February 5, 2019, at which time and place bids will be publicly opened and read aloud. For complete instructions on how to obtain Bidding Documents, please visit our webpage at: http://www.district196.org/legal-notices If you should have any questions regarding this bid you may contact the Facilities Department at (651) 423-7706. Published in the Dakota County Tribune Sun Thisweek January 18, 2019 898432

CITY OF APPLE VALLEY SUMMARY BUDGET STATEMENT The purpose of this statement is to provide summary 2019 budget information for the City of Apple Valley to interested citizens. The budget is published in accordance with Minnesota Statute 471.6965. The complete City budget may be examined at the Apple Valley City Hall, 7100 147th St. West or on the City’s website at www.ci.apple-valley.mn.us. The budget was approved by the City Council on December 13, 2018. Revenues and Expenditures for General Operations Governmental Funds 2018 2019 Budget Budget Revenues Property Taxes Other Taxes & Franchise Fees Special Assessments Licenses and Permits Intergovernmental Charges for services Fines and Forfeitures Interest earnings Miscellaneous Transfers, Admin fees Total revenue Expenditures General Government Public Safety Streets and highways Park and Recreation Misc. & Unallocated Capital Outlay – Streets & Roads Capital Outlay – Equipment Transfers Total expenditures Revenues over (under) Expenditures

CITY OF APPLE VALLEY PUBLIC NOTICE DESIGNATING USE OF CITY’S WEBSITE FOR SOLICITING TRANSPORTATION PROJECT BIDS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that pursuant to Minnesota Statutes, Section 331A.12 which allows cities to use their own website as an alternative means of dissemination of solicitations of transportation project bids, the City Council of the City of Apple Valley, Dakota County, Minnesota, passed a resolution on January 10, 2019, designating the City’s website as the official website for the advertisement of transportation project bids in 2019. DATED this 10th day of January, 2019. /s/ Pamela J. Gackstetter Apple Valley City Clerk Published in the Sun Thisweek January 18, 2019 897799

/s/ Deb Hubley Registrar /s/ Heidi Carstensn Court Administrator HALE, SKEMP, HANSON, SKEMP & SLEIK Attorney Kevin J. Roop MN#225745 505 King Street, Suite 300 La Crosse, Wl 54601 Telephone: 608-784-3540 Facsimile: 608-784-7414 e-mail: kjr@haleskemp.com ATTORNEY FOR APPLICANT Published in the Sun Thisweek January 11, 18, 2019 895699

Water & Sewer Sales Cost of Sales Gross Profit Operating Revenues Operating Expenses: Personal Services Contractual Services Supplies Utilities Other Expense Depreciation Total Operating Expense Operating Income (loss) Non-operating Revenues (Expenses): Investment Income Property Tax Debt Service Interest Expense Total Non-operating Revenue (Exp.) Income (loss) before Transfers Net Transfers in (out) Net Increase (decrease) in Net Assets

Liquor

$ 9,782,000 (6,945,220 2,836,780 $ 10,752,000 -

Valleywood Golf

24,273,125

24,871,055

839,900

841,600

139,000 1,504,710 4,055,755 2,490,480 279,500 396,835

389,000 1,651,660 6,181,693 2,510,100 279,500 379,432

1,010,130

1,082,675

9,741,165 44,730,600

10,433,892 48,620,607

5,414,715 11,503,660

5,389,449 11,821,618

5,559,175

5,783,778

5,674,005 418,995 10,014,310 2,551,980 5,714,165 46,851,005

5,860,915 489,570 13,205,245 2,517,685 4,154,576 49,222,836

(2,120,405)

(602,229)

2019 ENTERPRISE FUND BUDGETS Storm Street Light Sports Drainage Utility Arena

Cemetery Fund

Total 2019 Budget

Total 2018 Budget $ 9,337,000 (6,685,290) 2,651,710 14,771,085

$1,133,000

$2,081,000

$ 515,000

$792,800

$172,500

$ 9,782,000 (6,945,200) 2,836,780 15,446,300

1,905,715 4,806,165 298,335 423,800 52,000 3,020,000 10,506,015 245,985

1,145,835 353,490 21,100 53,625 149,700 140,600 1,864,350 972,430

724,560 164,290 190,500 54,500 20,000 177,500 1,331,350 (198,350)

277,250 734,630 46,420 64,800 1,000,000 2,123,100 (42,100)

6,000 73,299 14,635 464,100 558,034 (43,034)

415,390 115,735 48,250 146,500 500 152,100 878,475 (85,675)

3,325 69,839 16,865 2,410 19,475 111,914 60,586

4,478,075 6,317,448 636,105 1,209,735 222,200 4,509,675 17,373,238 909,842

4,500,830 6,100,350 847,575 1,114,770 204,700 3,826,175 16,594,400 828,395

200,000 (195,125) 4,875 250,860 (704,000) $ (453,140)

33,000 33,000 1,005,430 (660,000) $ 345,430

(9,775) (9,775) (208,125) $ ( 208,125)

38,000 (42,650) (4,650) (46,750) $ (46,750)

1,000 1,000 (42,034) $(42,034)

121,000 121,000 35,325 $ 35,325

8,240 8,240 68,826 $ 68,826

280,240 121,000 (247,550) 153,690 1,063,532 (1,364,000) $ (300,468)

275,000 121,000 (272,355) 123,645 952,040 (1,317,600) $ (365,560)

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4500 RENTALS / REAL ESTATE

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This position is responsible for the overall direction & supervision of the Meter Services Department. The duties of that dept. include installation & maintenance of electric, water & natural gas meters, regulators, meter remote communication devices, AMI devices and supporting equipment, maintaining meter reading software programs to provide accurate readings for billing and develops/implements dept. procedures. Qualifications: r "Tsociates (2 yr) degree in Electronics, Business Management, or other related field is required. r years Exp. working at a utility (electric, water, and/or natural gas) reqâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d. r4upervisory Exp. and a passion for leadership is preferred. r8orking knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and data bases is required. OPUâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s compensation and benefits are competitive and will be dependent upon qualifications and experience. If interested please visit our website: www. owatonnautilities.com Email: marge.madson@ owatonnautilities.com Applications will be reviewed as received. An interview day is scheduled for Jan. 28, 2019. Inquiries concerning the position can be made to:

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5510 Full-time Travel Consultant Hiring full time experienced travel consultant for well-established southmetro office. Call 952-445-6463 or email resume to Patti@shakopeetravel.com

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5510 Full-time RN CASE MANAGER Full-Time. Regency Home HealthCare is seeking a Registered Nurse to serve clients in both Ramsey and Dakota Counties. Apply Online: www.regencyhhc. com or call 651-488-4655

Information Technology Infrastructure, Uponor, Inc. seeks an Information Technology Infrastructure Administrator in Apple Valley, MN responsible for critical IT infrastructure and meeting all the requirements to support all business functions. BS & 5 yrs. To apply mail resume to Ann Trudeau, Human Resources Manager, Uponor, Inc., 5925 148th Street West, Apple Valley, MN 55124 Job Reference Number: JR00072

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5510 Full-time

IT SUPPORT/HELP DESK APG of MN is currently seeking a full-time entry level IT support/Help Desk representative to join our team of IT professionals. This is an exciting workplace because you will be given the opportunity to work with a wide variety of systems and cutting edge technology. The company has approximately 700 employees, friendly atmosphere, and has many exciting IT initiatives.

Purpose of Position: To provide front-line technical and user support to internal staff, and to assist senior IT team members on various projects as needed in Coon Rapids, Eden Prairie or Northfield.

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5520 Part-time Asst. Teachers Needed Richfield Fun Club Part-Time Afternoons in our School-Age Child Care Program. M-F, 1:45pm6pm plus some FT days. Exper. w/kids preferred. Call or Email Kathy for more infomation 612-866-6400 funclub@qwestoffice.net *School VAN DRIVERS* Start & End at HOME Driving OUR VAN! PT $18-$22 per hour including bonuses + paid time off after your first year. 651-203-8146, Jane

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Mechanic Wanted Schmitty & Sons, a local, employee-owned company is seeking mechanics for our locations in: Eagan, Burnsville and Lakeville. We offer: *Competitive Pay *Advancement Opportunities *Laptop computers *Tuition reimbursement *PTO *Continued Training Interested candidates should apply at

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Or in person 22750 Pillsbury Avenue Lakeville, MN 55044 3600 Blackhawk Rd. Eagan, MN 55102 952-985-7574

Schmitty & Sons is an equal opportunity employer.

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Desirable Skills:

Must be a safe and dependable driver. All applicants are subject to a pre-employment drug screen and background check.

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Onsite Job Fairs & Walk-In Interviews Wednesday, January 30th, 10am - 6pm Thursday, January 31st, 10am - 6pm Mediacom Facility in Chanhassen - 1670 Lake Drive West Multiple Positions! Broadband Installers Front Counter Customer Service Rep Direct Sales Rep Must have High School Diploma or Equivalent 100% paid training Valid Driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s license and satisfactory driving record required. Health, Dental, Vision, 401K w/company match, paid vacations/holiday. Apply now on our Careers Website: www.mediacomcable.careers or call Barb in HR for an Immediate phone interview ph: 507-837-4893 bbaedke@mediacomcc.com

Mediacom Communications EOE/AA; we consider applications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or vet status.

City of Lakeville is accepting applications for a PT Facility Attendant responsible for routine custodial and light maintenance work. M-F, 6a.m. - 11a.m. $19.51/hour. Visit

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Education Apple Valley High names Triple ‘A’ Award winners Anna Johnson-Taylor and Jonathan Connors of Apple Valley High School are this year’s Triple “A” (Academics, Arts and Athletics) Award Anna Johnsonnominees. E a c h Taylor year, high school seniors are selected for their participation in Minnesota State High S c h o o l L e a g u e s p o n s o re d arts and a t h l e t i c s Jonathan while main- Connors taining high academic standing. They are eligible to receive a $1,000 scholarship. To be eligible for the Academics, Arts, and Athletics Award at Apple Valley High School, a student must be a high school senior, have a cumulative grade point average of 3.75 or higher, participate in league-sponsored athletics and fine arts activities and comply with the MSHSL’s Student Code of Conduct. League officials will announce the state award recipients at an on-court recognition ceremony in March.

Eastview names Triple ‘A’Award winners Anna Schumann and Ryan McClure of Eastview High School are this year’s Triple “A” (Academics, Arts and Athletics) Award nominees. E a c h year, high school seniors are selected for their par- Anna ticipation in Schumann Minnesota State High School League sponsored arts and athletics while maintaining high academic standing. They are eligible to receive Ryan a $1,000 McClure scholarship. Schumann is ranked

No. 1 in her class with a 4.0 grade point average. She is a two-sport captain in cross country and Nordic ski and has participated in band and choir throughout her high school career. McClure has a 3.997 GPA and is a National Merit Commended Scholar. He is a two-time captain and two-time AllConference selection in Alpine ski. He is second chair trumpet in the AllState Orchestra and first chair trumpet in the EVHS wind ensemble and Jazz 1 since sophomore year along with being a section leader in the marching band. League officials will announce the state award recipients at an on-court recognition ceremony in March.

Eastview names ExCEL Award winners Mimi Le and Sanat Iyer have been selected as the 2018-19 Minnesota State High School League ExCEL Award winners at Eastview High School. The ExCEL award — Excellence in Community, Education and L e a d e r - Mimi ship — is a Le unique recognition program designed exclusively for Minnesota high school juniors who are active in school activities, who show leadership qualities, and Sanat who work Iyer voluntarily in their community. Le has a 3.95 grade point average in all honors coursework. She was a state participant in both speech and debate, and is involved in the band program along with the badminton club at EVHS. She is also a member of both the National Honor Society and the Spanish National Honor Society along with student council. Le is an extremely active volunteer in a number of different roles including with the Minnesota Youth Council and the Legal Rights Center. Iyer is an All-Conference and All-Section soccer player, a member of the wind ensemble, a National

Honor Society and LINC Leadership member with a 3.995 GPA and is an active volunteer at a number of community events. An independent panel of judges from schools throughout Minnesota will select the state ExCEL Award recipients in late January. State ExCEL winners will be recognized on KSTC-TV (Channel 45) during the winter state tournaments.

District 196 STEM Career Fair is Jan. 31 District 196 will hold its annual STEM Career Fair 6-8 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 31,at Rosemount High School, 3335 142nd St. W., Rosemount. The event is free and open to all interested area high school students and their parents. More than 100 STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) businesses and colleges will have representatives available to answer students’ questions and share information about their company and work experience. Students can move from table to table in a college fair-like setting to learn how to prepare for a career in a STEM-related field. All District 196 schools offer some components of STEM education and the district has established a K-12 pathway of STEMfocused magnet schools. It begins at the elementary level with Cedar Park Elementary STEM School and Echo Park Elementary School of Leadership, Engineering and Technology, and continues at Valley Middle School of STEM and Apple Valley High. No registration is necessary to attend. For more information, visit www. district196.org/stemfair or contact Paul Olson, District 196 teaching and learning coordinator for science, math, STEM and innovative programs, at 651-423-7911 or Paul.Olson@district196.org. The event is also seeking scientists, engineers, and computer, math, health care, and manufacturing and skilled trades professionals to provide their expertise and/or present at the career fair. Companies, colleges and individual STEM professionals are all welcome. There is no cost to participate and no formal presentation is necessary. Participants will be

set up like a job fair or college fair as students move from table to table. For more information, email Penny Anderson at stemcareerfair@gmail. com or Paul Olson at Paul. Olson@district196.org.

SES to host annual Environmental College and Career Fair The School of Environmental Studies (SES) will host its annual Environmental College and Career Fair 6-8 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 12. Representatives from approximately 30 colleges and universities will be on hand to provide guidance on educational opportunities and careers related to the environment. The event is open to any interested students and their parents. SES is a 400-student optional high school for juniors and seniors that offers hands-on learning with an environmental theme. SES is located in

Independent School District 196 on the grounds of the Minnesota Zoo at 12155 Johnny Cake Ridge Road, in Apple Valley. For more information about SES or the Environmental College and Career Fair, contact Nathan Nelson at 952-431-8750 or nathan.nelson@district196. org.

Eastview team takes first at SSC Science Olympiad A total of 41 Eastview Science Olympiad students competed on three teams in the South Suburban Conference tournament held Jan. 12 at Lakeville North High School. Eastview Lightning earned first place and Eastview Thunder earned third place overall. Individual ribbons were earned by the following students: Wright Stuff first place: Jamie Chen and Yongwen Mei. Wright Stuff sec-

ond place: Elena Ea and Anushri Tiwari. Protein Modeling second place: Sonia Li, Anushri Tiwari and Harita Duggirala. Sounds of Music third place: Sonia Li and Akshay Naik. Mousetrap Vehicle first place: Madelyn Wick and Amy Brewster. Mousetrap Vehicle second place: Candela Larson and Koreb Tibabu. Disease Detectives second place: Elena Ea and Udaya Gadiparthi. Herpetology third place: Sakthi Saravanapandi and Harita Duggirala. Experimental Design third place: Katie Dillon, Ronit Gupta and Bilal Mohamed. Chemistry Lab third place: Sanjana Reddy and Alison Benolken. The teams will travel to University of Wisconsin River Falls to compete in the Border Battle on Jan. 26.

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Anniversaries • Congratulations • Graduations • Engagements • Weddings BIRTHDAY

Lisa Benders is 80! Help us celebrate Lisa’s 80th birthday at the American Legion on Sunday from 1-4 p.m. Cake and refreshments will be served.

BIRTH

Walters Jim and Judy Walters of Anoka announce the birth of their son, Jack John Walters, on Jan. 15, 2018. He weighed 8 pounds, 5 ounces and was 21 inches long. Big sister Bella Mae welcomed him home.

RETIREMENT

Bill Smith Wingaard Electric is happy to announce the retirement of Bill Smith, former vice president, after 40 years of dedicated service. Congratulations Bill!

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Thisweekend Jazz duo to present Circling through the Seasons Twin Cities jazz vocalist Paula Lammers and pianist Mary Louise Knutson will present the concert Circling through the Seasons at 7 p.m. Friday, Feb. 1, at the Steeple Center in Rosemount. Lammers and Knutson will present a concert of songs from the “Great American Songbook” and beyond. These two artists aim to take the audience on a journey through songs that talk about seasons, both literal and metaphorical. Songs include: “Autumn Leaves,” “You Must Believe in Spring,” “I’ll Remember April,” and more. Classically trained, Lammers said she found a new direction when she took an opera improvisation class during her graduate studies, and discovered an untapped talent to hear chord progressions. In 2001, despite 12 years of performing and teaching on the Twin Cities classical scene, she took an unexpected detour – a seven-year tenure singing tunes with a vocal quartet aboard the St. Croix River Valley tourist train the Minnesota Zephyr. Lammers then sang with area big bands and formed the nine-piece ensemble, Cloud Nine, performing throughout the Twin Cities from 2006-2010. In 2012 she began a three-year stint with the Phil Mattson Singers as lead soprano. Lammers is a distinctive artist, “a solid soprano voice who shares each

song’s story with heartfelt conviction, clear diction and a sweet (but not too-sweet) tone, swing where it needs to swing, energy where it needs to pop, wistful musing or upbeat sunshine as the story merits,” said Andrea Canter on the website Jazz Police.com. Minneapolis-based jazz pianist and composer Knutson has been called “one of the most exciting and innovative artists to happen to jazz piano in quite some time.” She’s been noted for her warm, inviting tone, broad range of emotional expression, and distinctive compositions. Knutson tours regularly with trumpeter Doc Severinsen, former bandleader for the “Tonight Show” starring Johnny Carson. She also tours with her group, the Mary Louise Knutson Trio, and freelances with a variety of vocalists and instrumental groups in the Twin Cities including Connie Evingson, the JazzMN Orchestra, and the Minnesota Orchestra. She has performed with such jazz greats as Dizzy Gillespie, Bobby McFerrin, Dianne Reeves and many more. Tickets are $15 and can be purchased online at the Brown Paper Tickets link at the Rosemount Area Arts Council website www.rosemountarts.com or at the Steeple Center Box Office open Mondays 10 a.m.-12 noon and Fridays 2-4 p.m.

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Mary Louise Knutson (above) and Paula Lammers are set to perform Circling through the Seasons at the Steeple Center in Rosemount.

Theater and Arts Calendar To submit items for the Arts Calendar, email: darcy.odden@ecm-inc.com. Auditions Expressions Community Theater will hold auditions for “Steel Magnolias” 6-8 p.m. Monday, Jan. 21, and Tuesday, Jan. 22, at the Lakeville Area Arts Center, 20965 Holyoke Ave. Callbacks: Wednesday, Jan. 23. Information: 952-9854640. Dance EVHS winter dance show, 7 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 20, Eastview High School. Tickets: $5. Information: 952-431-8900. For the Love of Dance, 2 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 27, Farmington High School. Dance groups from around the metro perform. Tickets: $10 adults, $5 students at the door. Information: 651-341-7520. Exhibits “The Best of Bonnie and Friends III,” a visual arts show led by Burnsville painter Bonnie Featherstone, runs through Jan. 30 in the gallery of Burnsville’s Ames Center, 12600 Nicollet Ave. Information: ames-center.com. “Breathing Space,” an exhibit of abstract landscapes

by Annie Young, is on display through Jan. 31 in the Healing Arts Gallery at Fairview Ridges Hospital, 201 E. Nicollet Blvd., Burnsville. Information: annieyoungarts.com. Black and white photographs by Bill Rodman and acrylic paintings by Greta Sandquist are on display January-March at the Steeple Center, 14375 S. Robert Trail, Rosemount. Free. Music Buddy Holly and Friends, tribute band concert, 7 p.m. Friday, Jan. 18, Steeple Center, 14375 S. Robert Trail, Rosemount. Tickets: $20 general admission, $16 RAAC members. Information: rosemountarts.com. Chase & Ovation, a salute to the music of Prince, 6-9 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 19, Bogart’s Entertainment Center, 14917 Garrett Ave., Apple Valley. Part of the Frozen Apple Music Series. Free. Information: avartsfoundation.org. A 21-plus ticketed event follows. Information: www.bogartsentertainmentcenter.com/events. 1964: The Tribute, 8 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 19, Ames Center, 12600 Nicollet Ave., Burnsville. Tickets: $30-$40 at the box office, 800-982-2787 or

Ticketmaster.com. The Highwaymen Live: A Musical Tribute, 2 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 20, Ames Center, 12600 Nicollet Ave., Burnsville. Tickets: $33-$43 at the box office, 800-982-2787 or Ticketmaster.com. AVHS panorama of bands concert (symphonic), 7 p.m. Monday, Jan. 21, Apple Valley High School. Information: 952431-8200. Divas Through the Decades, tribute band concert, 7 p.m. Friday, Jan. 25, Steeple Center, 14375 S. Robert Trail, Rosemount. Tickets: $22 general admission, $18 RAAC members at rosemountarts. com. Theater “Church Basement Ladies: You Smell Barn,” runs to Feb. 14 at the Black Box Theater at Ames Center, 12600 Nicollet Ave., Burnsville. Tickets: $32-$42 at the box office, 800-982-2787 or Ticketmaster. com. South Suburban One Act Festival, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 19, Burnsville High School. Free. Concessions available. Information: https:// sites.google.com/isd191.org/ bhstheatreguild. “Click Here to Read

More,” FHS one act play, 6 and 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 24, Boeckman Middle School, 800 Denmark Ave., Farmington. Cost: Suggested donation to the food shelf. Information: 651-252-2501. “The Diary of Anne Frank,” one-act play, 7 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 24, Lakeville North High School. Tickets: $7 adults, $5 students at seatyourself.biz/ lnhs. Information: 952-2323600. Evening of One Acts, with plays presented by ISD 191 middle schools, and “Almost, Maine,” presented by Burnsville High School, 7 p.m. Jan. 25-26, at Burnsville High School. Tickets: $5 at the door. Information: https://bit. ly/2T0XBoU. Workshops/classes/other Intro to Square Dancing, 7 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 29, in the gym at Good Shepherd Church, 151 County Road 42 E., Burnsville. No previous experience required. Solos, couples and families welcome. Partners provided. Free. Ages: 8-98. Casual attire. Information: 612-759-9235 or ComeSquareDance.com. Loft Literary now offers writing classes in Rosemount. “Personal Writing” with Peter

Blau, 1-4 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 13, Rosemount Area Arts Council/Steeple Center, 14375 S. Robert Trail. Register: loft. org/classes. Tinkergarten, a playbased, outdoor learning experience for children ages 18 months to 8 years and their parents, offers classes in Lakeville and Eagan. Information: https://tinkergarten.com. Creative dance classes, ages toddler to 7, Ballet Royale Minnesota in Lakeville. Information: balletroyalemn.org or 952-898-3163. Yoga wind down class is the first Thursday of the month at Precision and Flow Pilates, 13708 County Road 11, Burnsville. Information: www.precisionandflowpilates.com. Oil painting workshop with Dan Petrov Art Studio for six consecutive Thursdays, 4-7 p.m., 190 S. River Ridge Circle, Burnsville. Preregister by phone at 763-843-2734. Drawing & Painting (adults and teens) with artist Christine Tierney, classes 9 a.m. to noon Tuesdays and 9 a.m. to noon Wednesdays, River Ridge Studios, 190 S. River Ridge Circle, Burnsville. Information: www. christinetierney.com, 612-2103377. Brushworks School of

Art Burnsville offers fine art education through drawing and painting. Classes for adults and teens. Information: Patricia Schwartz, www.Brushworks SchoolofArt.com, 651-2144732. The Lakeville Area Arts Center offers arts classes for all ages, www.lakevillemn.gov, 952-985-4640. Rosemount History Book Club meets 6:30-8 p.m. the second Tuesday of each month at the Robert Trail Library. Information: John Loch, 952255-8545 or jjloch@charter.net. SouthSide Writers, Saturday workgroup for aspiring writers, offering critique, submission and manuscript preparation information, support and direction, 10 a.m. to noon, Wescott Library, 1340 Wescott Road, Eagan. Information: 651688-0365. Dakota Speakers Toastmasters meets 6-7 p.m. Mondays at Apple Valley Ecumen Seasons Learning Center. Information: http://dakota.toast mastersclubs.org/. Community Spirits Toastmasters meets 7 p.m. Tuesdays at Ebenezer Ridges Care Center, 13820 Community Drive, Burnsville. Information: h t t p s : / / 6 7 4 2 . t o a s t m a s t e rsclubs.org/.

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Magic at Ames Center

Family Calendar To submit items for the Family Calendar, email: darcy.odden@ecm-inc.com. Friday, Jan. 18 Owl Outing, 5-7 p.m., Lebanon Hills Visitor Center, 860 Cliff Road, Eagan. Delve into the world of owls and take a hike for a chance to hear and see these nocturnal hunters at work. Ages: 5 and older. Cost: $5. Registration required at www.co.dakota.mn.us/parks. Saturday, Jan. 19 Fix-it clinic, 12-3 p.m., Farmington Library, 508 Third St., Farmington. Bring up to five small household electronics, clothing, jewelry or other items to get help repairing them at this first-come, firstserved fix-it event.

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The Magic of Bill Blagg returns to Ames Center 7:30 p.m. Friday, Jan. 25. Blagg’s new show combines his world-class magical talents along with his trademark off-the-cuff personality to take audiences on a magical journey. Tickets are $30-$40 at the Ames Center box office, 12600 Nicollet Ave., Burnsville, online at Ticketmaster.com or by phone at 800-892-2787.

Divas through the Decades

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Divas through the Decades, a musical tribute to some of the most influential female vocalists in American pop music, performs 7 p.m. Friday, Jan. 25, at the Steeple Center, 14375 S. Robert Trail, Rosemount. The show features music made famous by divas including Tina Turner, Diana Ross and the Supremes, Celine Dion, Aretha Franklin, Gloria Estefan, Madonna, Beyonce, Shania Twain, Taylor Swift, Carrie Underwood and more. Tickets are $22 general admission and $18 RAAC members. Tickets available at Brown Paper Tickets and at the Steeple Center ticket office 10 a.m. to noon Mondays and 2-4 p.m. Fridays. More information is at rosemountarts. com.

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Sunday, Jan. 20 Full Moon Snowshoe, 6-8 p.m., Lebanon Hills Visitor Center, 860 Cliff Road, Eagan. Explore the woods on a guided hike under the light of the full moon. Ages: 16 and older. Cost: $15. Registration required at www.co.dakota. mn.us/parks. Tuesday, Jan. 22 Consumer law clinic, 1-4 p.m., Galaxie Library, 14955 Galaxie Ave., Apple Valley. Get help with consumer law matters such as debt collection, garnishment, credit issues, foreclosures, contracts and conciliation court with a free 30-minute consultation from a volunteer attorney. Call 952-431-3200 to schedule an appointment. Sponsored by Legal Assistance of Dakota County, Dakota County Family Court and Dakota County Law Library. Criminal expungement clinic, 1:30-4 p.m., Dakota County Western Service Center, Room 106, 14955 Galaxie Ave., Apple Valley. Learn about the process of asking a judge to seal a court record and discuss your situation with a volunteer attorney. Call 651438-8080 for more information. No appointment required. Presented by the Volunteer Lawyers Network and Dakota County Law Library. Wednesday, Jan. 23 What the 2018 Elections Really Meant, 5:30-7:30 p.m., Robert Trail Library, 14395 S. Robert Trail, Rosemount. Discuss the 2018 U.S. elections and learn about the strategies, candidates and campaigns, and the impact they will have on the Trump presidency and the 2020 elections. Presented by David Schultz, Hamline University professor of political science. Free. Caregiver Support Group, 6-7:30 p.m., Wescott Library, 1340 Wescott Road, Eagan. Connect with others in a caregiving role to discuss concerns about caregiving with knowledgeable professionals and to learn from others who share the same challenges. Sponsored by DARTS. Registration required. Information: www.co.dakota.mn.us/libraries. Thursday, Jan. 24 Backyard Agriculture: Beekeeping Basics, 6-9 p.m., Lebanon Hills Visitor Center, 860 Cliff Road, Eagan. Discover all you need to know to start an apiary with JoAnne Sabin

of the Minnesota Beekeepers Association. Learn about honeybee biology and behavior, hive management, swarm prevention, and equipment. Ages: 16 and older. Cost: $40. Registration required at www. co.dakota.mn.us/parks. Apple Valley Garden Club, 7:15 p.m., Apple Valley Community Center, 14603 Hayes Road. Program: “Plant Communication” presented by Chris Reiners. All are welcome. Information: 952-4324034. Friday, Jan. 25 Beginner snowshoeing, 4-5:30 p.m., Murphy-Hanrehan Park Reserve, Savage. Scenic, guided hike. Equipment provided. Will hike if no snow. Cost: $5. Reservations required at 763-559-6700. Saturday, Jan. 26 Farmington Community Expo, 9 a.m. to noon, Farmington High School, 20655 Flagstaff Ave. Free. Information: farmingtonCE.com or 651-460-3200. Winter Farmers Market, 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., Apple Valley Bachman’s, 7955 150th St. W., in the greenhouse. Information: 952-431-2242. Presented in partnership with the St. Paul Farmers Market. Eagan Indoor Market, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Oasis Room, Eagan Community Center, 1501 Central Parkway, Eagan. Information: https://www. cityofeagan.com/visit-the-indoor-market. Planning and Planting a Successful Garden, 10:30 a.m. to noon, Farmington Library, 508 Third St., Farmington. Learn how to read a seed packet and decide which varieties are best for your garden. Discover how much room plants need and which vegetables need to be started indoors. Bring favorite seed packets to get customized tips. Presented by Dakota County Master Gardener Barb Webb. Free. Myelodysplastic Syndromes Support Group, 4-5 p.m., Burnhaven Library main meeting room, 1101 W. County Road 42, Burnsville. A patient-led support group open to all individuals affected by MDS. Refreshments provided. To register or for more information, contact Lori Nelson at 952-892-3659 or curtlori45@ yahoo.com. Sunday, Jan. 27 Ritter Fest, 12-3 p.m., Ritter Farm Park, 19300 Ritter Trail, Lakeville. Sleigh rides, snowmobile rides, snowshoes and hot chocolate. Cost: $10 per family or $3 per person. Information: lakevillemn.gov, 952-985-4400. Ongoing Marriage Encounter weekend, Feb. 16-17, Mt. Olivet Conference and Retreat Center, Farmington. Information: www.marriages.org or 651-454-3238. Eagan parkrun, a free weekly timed 5K run, 9 a.m. Saturdays at Thomas Lake Park, 4350 Thomas Lake Road, Eagan. Rain or shine. To get a time recorded and stored online, register at www.parkrun.us/register and bring your barcode with you. Information: www.parkrun.us/eagan. Emotions Anonymous,

7:30-9 p.m. Tuesdays at SouthCross Community Church, 1800 E. County Road 42 (at Summit Oak Drive), Apple Valley. EA is a 12-step program for those seeking emotional health. All are welcome. Information: http://www.emotionsanonymous.org/out-ofthe-darkness-walks. Recovery International, 3 p.m. Tuesdays at Mary, Mother of the Church (Room 9), 3333 Cliff Road, Burnsville. Park in lower lot. Self-help group for depression, anxiety, fears, panic attacks, anger and more. Information: Rita at 952890-7623 or www.recoveryinternational.org. Al-Anon Finding Hope Beginners Group, 9:30-10:30 a.m. Saturdays at Mary, Mother of the Church, 3333 Cliff Road, Burnsville. Troubled by someone’s drinking? Al-Anon can help. More information: alanon-alateen-msp.org. Blood drives The American Red Cross will hold the following blood drives. Call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or visit red crossblood.org to make an appointment or for more information. • Jan. 18, 7:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., Eastview High School, 6200 140th St. W., Apple Valley. • Jan. 18, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Augustana Care, 14650 Garrett Ave., Apple Valley. • Jan. 18, 12-6 p.m., AMC Apple Valley 15 Theatres, 15630 Cedar Ave., Apple Valley. • Jan. 18, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Keller Williams Preferred Realty, 14300 Nicollet Court, Suite 208, Burnsville. • Jan. 18, 2-7 p.m., Bowlero, 11129 162nd St. W., Lakeville. • Jan. 19, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Qdoba, 1298 Promenade Place, Eagan. • Jan. 19, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Culver’s, 4725 Highway 13 W., Savage. • Jan. 22, 1-7 p.m., Church of the Risen Savior, 1501 E. County Road 42, Burnsville. • Jan. 22, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Cub Foods, 14075 Highway 13, Savage. • Jan. 23, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., City of Eagan Arena, 3870 Pilot Knob Road, Eagan. • Jan. 24, 2-7 p.m., Glendale United Methodist Church, 13550 Glendale Road, Savage. • Jan. 25, 12:30-6:30 p.m., Advent United Methodist Church, 3945 Lexington Ave. S., Eagan. • Jan. 25, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Walmart, 20710 Keokuk Ave., Lakeville. • Jan. 26, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Eagan Community Center, 1501 Central Parkway, Eagan. • Jan. 26, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., ReStored Thrift Store, 17630 Juniper Path, Lakeville. • Jan. 30, 9:15 a.m. to 3:15 p.m., Easter Lutheran Church – On the Hill, 4200 Pilot Knob Road, Eagan. Memorial Blood Centers will hold the following blood drive. Call 1-888-GIVE-BLD (1-888-448-3253) or visit mbc. org to make an appointment or for more information. • Jan. 23, 8:30 a.m. to noon, Firefly Credit Union, 1400 Riverwood Drive, Burnsville.

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Apple Valley Mayor Mary Hamann-Roland and City Council members John Bergman and Clint Hooppaw were sworn in by Clerk Pam Gackstetter at the Thursday, Jan. 10, City Council meeting. Hamann-Roland has been on the council since 1999. Bergman joined the council in 2003 and Hooppaw has been on the council since 2011. Hamann-Roland, Bergman and Hoopaw all ran unopposed during the 2018 general election.

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Highland students making dulcimers Highland Elementary School fourth-graders recently had the chance to build dulcimers and learn how to play them. The school has been working with folk musician Ross Sutter. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We are able to offer this creative opportunity to our students through the generous support of the Highland Site Council,â&#x20AC;? according to a news release. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Site Council funds the residency time with Ross Sutter but the dulcimers will be funded by students and are their instrument to take home.â&#x20AC;? Students built the dulcimers with parent volunteers on Dec. 19. They learned how to play the dulcimers on Dec. 20 and

Jan. 2-4. Art teacher Linda Jensen worked with students on the visual design of the sound box during art class and students used math to measure and mark fractions on the fingerboard. They also reviewed concepts from third grade science about timbre pitch and volume, the school said. Students are composing their own songs to play on the dulcimers. They will use the instruments in regular music class and perform songs on the dulcimers at their concert on Feb. 28. An after school dulcimer club is available for Highland students who want to learn more music, according to the release.