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www.SunThisweek.com NEWS Short-term rentals in Eagan The city is unlikely to change its code before the Super Bowl to allow short-term rentals. Page 3A

OPINION Balancing interests In order for the Minnesota economy to grow, the state needs to address how to grow jobs in rural areas. Page 4A

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Dec. 15, 2017 | Volume 38 | Number 41

Students of modest means land elite scholarships One headed for Columbia, one for Northwestern

“It’s really crazy,� said Jasperse, of Burnsville, “and I’m really thankful for the opportunity.� He said his family earns about $65,000 a year, the limit for a QuestBridge scholarship. His father, Jean Pauol, receives a pension as a retiree of the Pepsi Cola bottling plant in Burnsville, and his mother, Rose, is head chef at the Luna Di Luna Italian restaurant in Bloomington (after working for many years at the old Stefano’s in Burnsville).

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Burnsville High School seniors Victor Sanchez Villegas and Justin Jasperse are outstanding students and members of the Academic Quiz Bowl team. Friends since junior high, they’ve also bonded over a pair of remarkable academic gifts. Both will enter elite universities next year under full-ride scholarships recently awarded by QuestBridge, a national nonprofit that places high achievers from low-income families in some of the nation’s best schools. Sanchez Villegas was chosen for a four-year, $200,000 scholarship at Columbia University, the Ivy League school in New York

‘Dreamer’ Photo by John Gessner

Victor Sanchez Villegas, left, will attend Columbia University and Justin Jasperse will attend Northwestern University with full-ride scholarships from QuestBridge, a nonprofit that seeks to increase the percentage of talented low-income students attending elite schools. City, where he plans to study elec- western University in Evanston, trical engineering. Ill. Both schools have student-acJasperse won a four-year schol- ceptance rates in the single digits, arship worth $300,000 at North- according to the students.

Suburbs ready for an NFL weekend Hotels booked for Super Bowl weekend in south metro by Andy Rogers

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Triple Espresso is celebrating 23 years of laughs as it is in the midst of a holiday run at the Ames Center in Burnsville. Page 23A

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All-star game caps season Area high school football players got one more chance to play during an all-star game at US Bank Stadium. Page 15A

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Although Minneapolis will be the staging grounds for one of the biggest sporting events in state history this February, the south metro will feel its aftershocks. Shayna Keanaaina, marketing manager with the Eagan Convention and Visitors Bureau, said although most Super Bowl events are taking place in both Minneapolis and St. Paul, the entire metro is buzzing with anticipation. “The whole Eagan hospitality community is definitely benefiting from having the Super Bowl close by,� Keanaaina said. “Restaurants, hotels, the Twin Cities Premium Outlet mall, the economic impact is huge for community.� The area is essentially booked for Super Bowl weekend. There are a few hotels available as close as Chas-

ka and Hastings, but the price is more than $400 per night. The Eagan Convention and Visitors Bureau is working on making sure visitors’ experience is positive. “We want to make sure the guests who stay here feel that warmth and sense of community, and hopefully come back to visit sometime,� Keanaaina said. Minnesota Super Bowl Host Committee’s Stephanie Hall, senior marketing manager from Eagan, wants to get the message across that the North is a bold, fun place to visit and live. Host committee members recognize that not all of the expected 1 million visitors to the Twin Cities are going to have a ticket to the game. US Bank Stadium holds approximately 66,000 people. But, plenty of NFL fans will likely come to the Twin Cities area to be “a part of the excitement,� Hall said. See WEEKEND, 3A

Sanchez Villegas, a “Dreamer� with legal immigration status under the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program, said his parents earn about $30,000 a year. His mother, Elizabeth Villegas, is a receptionist at a temp agency, where his father, Marcos, See SCHOLARS, 20A

A living nativity tradition

Photos by John Gessner

Glen Springer played Joseph, Vicky Limesand played the angel, Helen Storms played Mary and Mike Hartzell played a shepherd in an outdoor living nativity Dec. 11 and 12 at SouthCross Community Church. The church, located on County Road 42 in Burnsville near the Apple Valley border, has staged a living nativity for 21 years. The church also served chili and sandwiches and encouraged visitors to bring food shelf donations.

A filmmaker’s ‘Gray State’ of Ex-chief takes long dystopia, distance and death route to lofty state job Documentary tells story of Apple Valley man who killed family, himself

Hawkins is No. 3 at Public Safety

by Amy Mihelich

An ex-Burnsville police chief was back in the news this month. Bob Hawkins, who retired from the Police Department in late 2012, appeared Dec. 5 at a Minnesota Department of Public Safety news conference unveiling new technology for taking 911 calls by text. People with hearing loss will benefit, Hawkins said, and so will victims in peril during a home invasion, domestic violence incident or kidnapping. “I was dispatched to many, many of those over the years,� said Hawkins, the DPS assistant commissioner. “For those vic-

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Erik Nelson’s film, “A Gray State,� aired on A&E on Monday night, and it’s coming to Netflix at the end of the month. The 93-minute documentary outlines the story of Apple Valley resident David Crowley, an Iraq veteran and aspiring filmmaker, and his descent into darkness. Crowley had begun producing a dystopian film, “Gray State,� in 2010. The trailer depicted an all-powerful government with no regard for the civil liberties of its people. He never finished his

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“A Gray State� follows the story of Apple Valley resident David Crowley as he fell deeper and deeper into the world he’d created for his independent film. Above, director Erik Nelson worked on set. movie. In January 2015, theorists who suggested Crowley and his family the filmmaker was silenced were found dead in their by the government. Apple Valley home. The “A Gray State� takes a police investigation re- second look at hundreds vealed he’d shot his family of hours of Crowley’s before killing himself. home videos, as well as his Although authorities archive of 13,000 photos. maintained that the deaths It includes scenes from were a murder-suicide, his film, as well as footage Crowley’s death and his from behind the scenes. indie film gained national See ‘GRAY’, 3A attention from conspiracy

tims to now have that r e s o u r c e, to me it’s a true gamechanger that’s going Bob Hawkins to help save lives.� Hawkins, who turns 58 Dec. 19, has traveled a circuitous route from his first post-retirement job at the Burnsville Costco store to the No. 3 post at DPS — where, by his estimate, he oversees 1,400 employees and 65 percent of a $700 million budget. Hawkins oversees seven department divisions, including the State Patrol, Bureau of Criminal Apprehension and Homeland Security and Emergency Management. “It’s just been a blast,� said Hawkins, who’s been See HAWKINS, 21A

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Burnsville not joining tobacco 21 effort Revisits ordinance without adding restrictions by John Gessner SUN THISWEEK DAKOTA COUNTY TRIBUNE

Burnsville won’t join the handful of Minnesota cities that have raised the legal buying age for tobacco products to 21. With little comment, City Council members agreed at a work session Tuesday to bring the city’s tobacco licensing ordi-

nance into compliance with state law by adding electronic cigarettes and vaping products to its regulated products. Council members voiced no support for stronger restrictions on tobacco sales. In May, Edina became the first Minnesota city to raise the minimum purchasing age from 18 to 21. St. Louis Park followed in July and has also banned some flavored tobacco products. Bloomington raised its purchasing age to 21 last month. The St.

Cloud City Council voted last month to raise the age to 21, but the mayor vetoed the action. Robbinsdale restricted the sales of flavored tobacco products to stores where tobacco accounts for 90 percent of sales, according to a Burnsville city staff report. The city also established minimum cigar pricing. More than 270 cities and counties in 18 states have raised the age, according to Tobacco 21, a national campaign. In 2014 Minnesota in-

cluded e-cigarettes and vaping products in its definition of tobacco products, prohibiting their sale to minors. Since then many Minnesota cities have added them to their ordinances to be consistent with state law. Some, such as Apple Valley, made the changes as far back as 2014. “With the state statute, we don’t have any choice,� Burnsville Council Member Dan Kealey said Tuesday. “We have to come into compliance or we’re going to unlicense tobacco.�

Burnsville and Plymouth are two of 10 comparable suburbs that have yet to update their tobacco ordinances to regulate e-cigarettes and vaping products. Burnsville’s council discussed regulation in 2014 but decided to await guidances from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, according to the staff report. In August 2016 the FDA issued a rule that all tobacco-related products — including electronic nicotine delivery systems — are detrimental to pub-

lic health and welfare, the staff report said. Expanding licensing to e-cigarettes and vaping products is expected to affect three Burnsville businesses. Convenience stores and tobacco shops that sell the products already have tobacco licenses. Burnsville began licensing retail tobacco sales in 1994 in response to state law changes meant to prevent sales to minors. Contact John Gessner at john.gessner@ecm-inc.com or 952-846-2031.

Mental health support group in Burnsville A NAMI Connection free peer support group for adults recovering from a mental illness meets 6:30-8 p.m. Thursdays in Room 15 at Mary, Mother

of the Church, 3333 Cliff Road E., Burnsville. The group is sponsored by NAMI Minnesota (National Alliance on Mental Illness). Trained facilita-

tors who are also in recovery lead NAMI Connection groups. For more information, contact Lyn at 612-749-5408, or call 651-645-2948.

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Eagan continues to discuss short-term rentals Changes to code before Super Bowl are unlikely by Andy Rogers SUN THISWEEK DAKOTA COUNTY TRIBUNE

If Eagan is going to update the city code to allow short-term home rentals, it’s highly unlikely to happen before the NFL’s Super Bowl in Minneapolis on Feb. 4. During a workshop Tuesday the City Council discussed whether to direct city staff on any ordinance change allowing residents to operate Airbnb, VRBO and other short-term rentals within city limits. Currently the code has a minimum 30-day rental requirement. Council members agreed to continue the conversation and didn’t vote on any changes. A council subcommittee was set up to see if members can find common ground. Council Member Cyndee Fields said she found three Eagan homes on Craigslist being rented during the Super Bowl. A search of Airbnb revealed at least four residents in Eagan advertising rooms during Super Bowl weekend. “It’s happening,� Fields said. “People are still renting out their homes.� City Planner Mike Ridley said the staff investigates short-term rentals based on complaints from residents and monitoring of websites. “If the homeowner has their property on Airbnb and they’re renting it for less than 30 days at a time, we would send that to enforcement,�

‘GRAY’, from 1A The newspaper spoke to director Erik Nelson about his documentary and the ways Crowley’s story might connect to Apple Valley. “This is a hard, traumatizing story to tell, and to endure watching,� Nelson said. “I can understand how it can arouse a lot of emotions, especially among the people who knew the Crowley family, even tangentially.� Although Crowley lived in Apple Valley, the documentary is not about the city or the community, Nelson said. It’s about a man and the world he created through is film. “David Crowley existed in his own world, and embedded in his personal community of friends, family and the people who worked on his film, and of course, in the strange terrain of his own mind,� Nelson said. “An explora-

he said. The city would approach the situation like any code violation. A code enforcement officer would go to the residence for inspection and if it’s violating code, the owner could be cited. Fields doesn’t like Airbnb operating in neighborhoods “at all.� But some council members were willing to consider short-term rentals with proper regulation and enforcement. Council members Meg Tilley, who appeared more supportive of considering short-term rentals, and Paul Bakken, who admitted he was skeptical, agreed to meet in a subcommittee to see if they could find some common ground. The city initially discussed the issue in July when it came to the attention of officials that a few residents were operating Airbnb rentals, unaware of the current code. The residents encouraged the city to reconsider. Bakken was the most vocally skeptical of changing the code. He said he was concerned about compliance with and enforcement of any conditions the city would place on short-term rentals. “One of the biggest concerns I have is how to permit it in these areas where the neighborhood is OK with it, but protect those in areas where they’re not OK with it,� Bakken said. He said residents often don’t “take kindly to the introduction to commercial use in residential

zones.� He also questioned whether a short-term rental would need to follow Americans with Disabilities Act requirements and said he wouldn’t want visitors to feel unwelcome. “I personally will not support any ordinance that doesn’t require compliance with ADA because it sends the wrong message,� Bakken said. Mayor Mike Maguire countered that some residents operate financial planning offices and photography studios in their homes. “It seems to me there might be a place were we can get a balance,� Maguire said. “Between running a photography studio or financial planning office, or renting a room or two, or the whole home, we can regulate those things in the same way and maintain the residential character of the neighborhood.� Maguire wasn’t convinced short-term rentals that use residential homes are “necessary public accommodations� and said requiring them to be ADA-compliant would change the nature of the neighborhood. “Unlike a hotel, this is a private contract between two parties,� Maguire said. “It’s different. It doesn’t come with signs, lights and a parking lot. I find it to be a gray area.� He said food regulations and inspections would be handled by the Minnesota Department of Public Health. Any changes would likely include lodging tax implementation. Maguire said he was

hoping to balance property rights and neighborhood rights, and noted the current code was put in place before Airbnb began operating. “This is an emerging trend,� Maguire said. The council addressed this question in 2015 when several neighbors complained about an Airbnb home. Maguire noted that the people who came to the city more recently had had a more positive experience, and the 2015 situation may have been an outlier. Maguire expressed interest in seeing if the city could draw up conditions that would address concerns and at least allow short-term rentals on a conditional basis, particularly with the Minnesota Vikings training camp coming to Eagan in 2018 and big events such as the NCAA Final Four in Minneapolis.

tion of which (in Crowley’s own images and words, not mine) is what the film is about.� For Nelson, exploring Crowley’s distancing from reality is an important part of the story. “This relentless process of this disconnection from a real personal community to a virtual, synthetic community is one of the things that this film is about,� he said. “And if the film is troubling people, and forcing them to confront these issues, and grapple with the particulars of this haunting story, I feel I have succeeded as a filmmaker.� Nelson said he interviewed Crowley’s neighbors and friends, but because his team focused on Crowley’s own world, communication with Apple Valley residents was limited. Nelson said they did reach out to the Apple Valley Police for a statement, but were told there

wasn’t anything left to say. “Their stated opinion was their police report contained all they wanted to say about the case,� Nelson said. Asked for comment, the Apple Valley Police Department said it had provided several media interviews the year following the incident and is no longer making any statements about the case or subsequent documentaries. “A Gray State� played three times in the Twin Cities this summer and fall, including a free screening at the Walker Arts Center on Sept. 21. The documentary opened in theaters in New York on Friday, Nov. 3, and Los Angeles on Friday, Nov. 24. The “A Gray State� is available on iTunes, and it will premiere on Netflix on Monday, Dec. 25.

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Job Transitions Group’s Christmas potluck is Dec. 19 The Easter Job Transitions Group will hold its Christmas potluck Tuesday, Dec. 19. All alumni of the group are expected to attend. The group meets

7:30 a.m. Tuesdays at Easter Lutheran Church – By the Lake, 4545 Pilot Knob Road, Eagan. Call 651452-3680 for information.

Contact Amy Mihelich at amy.mihelich@ecm-inc.com.

Remodel The council also reviewed final design concepts for a $15.7 million remodeling of City Hall and the attached police headquarters. Construction will begin in May, according to City Administrator Dave Osberg, if the city receives an acceptable bid when it goes out early next year. Osberg said employees on the second floor of City Hall would move to the Fire Safety Center at Yankee Doodle Road and Wescott Woodlands and stay there for the duration of the project. Police would take their spot while their space is

“Not everyone has the resources to go to the actual game, but Super Bowl LIVE, the NFL Experience, both of those are an opportunity to come and share in the excitement of the Super Bowl,� said Michael Howard, host committee communications director. “You don’t need a ticket to the game to do that.� Super Bowl LIVE will take place during 10 days on Nicollet Mall in downtown Minneapolis. It’s free and open to the public. Events include live concerts, national broadcasts and food. Performers include many Twin Cities artists such as Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis, the Revolution, Morris Day and the Time, the Suburbs, Mint Condition, Soul Asylum, Sounds of Blackness, New Power Generation, the Jayhawks, Bob Mould and

being remodeled. The intent is to keep City Hall operational throughout and keep services the way they are now. The total square footage of both buildings would increase from about 45,000 to 74,000. “We were really looking long term to make sure it meets the vision for the city for the next 20 years,� said John McNamara, Wold Architects and Engineers, partner in charge and the lead architect on the project. The project will make the building more welcoming, safer and more efficient, he said. Construction costs will total about $13.3 million, including HVAC upgrades and deferred maintenance for the entire building, and about $2.4 million is for additional funds for furniture, equipment and moving along with a contingency amount.

Sperry Tower Over the past year, many residents have noticed Sperry Tower, a telecommunications tower in north central Eagan, lighting up the skyline.

follow through, Matthys said. The city would retain priority over what is displayed and citizens would not be entitled to any request. “This would be a privilege, in essence, for anyone making a lighting request,� Matthys said. “It’s not a public forum.� He said he’s received requests for autism awareness, which is in line with city policy. The tower has the capability to display a wide range of colors via thousands of lights. Policy states that the city would avoid political, religious, personal or commercial requests. There’s no guarantee of approval or automatic renewal. A Twitter account will identify color changes with a short explanation, Maguire confirmed. Upcoming scheduled lighting includes Christmas Eve Dec. 24, Christmas Day Dec. 25, Kwanzaa Dec. 26, New Years Eve Dec. 31, Martin Luther King Jr. Day Jan. 15, Holocaust Remembrance Day Jan. 27, the Super Bowl Feb. 4 and Valentine’s Day Feb. 14. Other more unique upcoming “holidays� on the schedule include Defend the Donut Day Feb. 24, Day of Happiness March 20, World Autism Day April 2, the Twins home opener April 3 and International Bee Day April 29,

It’s been mostly green since it was turned on about a year ago except for about 18 designated holidays. “There’s a lot of interest in encouraging the council to open the opportunity for different colors,� said Russ Matthys, public works director. Contact Andy Rogers at So the city is planning andy.rogers@ecm-inc.com. to add the opportunity for external lighting requests. They received a few requests last year, but didn’t

more. Each night, Native American groups from across Minnesota will “drum down the sun,� Hall said. Hall said there could be more surprises in the mix. Tickets also recently went on sale for the Super Bowl Experience Jan. 27Feb. 3 at the Minneapolis Convention Center. Highlights include autographs from NFL players, memorabilia displays, clinics, play zone, NFL shop, Lombardi Trophy photo opportunities and an NFL virtual reality experience, “Both of those activities are open for people who live here,� Hall said. If venturing north to Minneapolis is too far for south metro residents, there is also a pop-up club at Mystic Lake in Prior Lake as well as activities at the Mall of America. Mall of America is going to feature radio row,

where several national shows will be broadcasting. “Folks can come and see live interviews with celebrities,� Howard said. Many people from the south metro area also are volunteering their time to make sure guests feel welcome in the “Bold North,� Hall said. “It’s great to see how many people are excited the Super Bowl is in Minnesota,� Hall said. “We had orientation a couple weeks ago. Everyone was so excited and passionate.� With less than 60 days to go until the Super Bowl, Hall has been working to market her hometown of Eagan and south metro as a “destination.� More information about the events surrounding the Super Bowl can be found at www.mnsuperbowl.com. Contact Andy Rogers at andy.rogers@ecm-inc.com.

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Opinion Rural Minnesota cannot be left behind as state changes Our nation has many deeply rooted divisions: Republican vs. Democrat, liberal vs. conservative, the haves vs. the have nots, rural vs. metro. These differences manifest themselves in many changing faces of Minnesotans – from ethnic change to economic disparities to population shifts. Rural Minnesota leaders have many concerns, and wondering how to keep a vibrant workforce intact is a high priority. Outstate communities struggle as the younger population is drawn to the metro areas and promises of better paying jobs. According to the Minnesota State Demographic Center, of Minnesota’s 5.2 million citizens, almost 75 percent live in metropolitan areas, 11 percent live in or near urban centers with populations between 10,000-50,000, 7.5 percent live in or near small cities with populations between 2,500-10,000 and 8.3 percent live in rural areas. Between 2000-2015, the entirely urban counties represented 80 percent of Minnesota’s growth, adding an average of 30,700 residents each year. The entirely rural counties have jointly lost 550 residents per year in that same time period. National demographic trends, along with a decline of the family farm, have led young people looking elsewhere for sustainable opportunity. Those are just a few of the factors contributing to this phenomenon. Elected officials on both sides have spoken openly about their support for the plight of rural Minnesotans. Republicans proposed eliminating state tax on Social Security income. While not totally eliminated, 2017 legislation expands the amount of benefits exempt from state income tax. That should be a real boost to outstate, where

ECM Editorial This is the fifth installment in an editorial series called The Changing Face of Minnesota. This year, the ECM Publishers Editorial Board is examining demographic changes and disparities in Minnesota that center around race, wealth, age, region and employment. 44 percent of rural Minnesotans are age 50 or older, according to the State Demographic Center. That compares to 32 percent of urban area residents who are age 50 or older. Democrats have proposed two years of tuition free community college and loan forgiveness for doctors who agree to practice in rural clinics and hospitals. Both sides of the aisle have touted the need for increased investment in infrastructure, an issue that resonates in outstate Minnesota which sees a greater need to maintain roads and bridges than to develop urban mass transit. Demographically, people in rural Minnesota usually have lower incomes than residents of Minneapolis, St. Paul and surrounding suburbs. This income disparity has had an impact on the tax base in rural locations. Lower home values as a result of declining populations has left a weakened tax base in outstate Minnesota. Challenges of finding adequate medical care and long-term and end-of-life care are becoming more and more difficult in rural Minnesota. Prior to this most recent election, Democratic control was centered within the metro counties. Republicans were swept into state power thanks to turnout from rural counties.

Finding the common bonds between rural and urban will be the opportunity awaiting legislators who realize a vital rural community translates into a stronger state economy. A June 2014 report by nonpartisan House research shows that the seven metro counties of Anoka, Carver, Dakota, Hennepin, Ramsey, Scott and Washington, generate more tax revenue than the other 80 counties in the state combined. Those seven counties have just over 50 percent of the population of the state, yet account for nearly 64 percent of the state’s tax receipts. Spending however, is split nearly 5050 with the metro seeing 52.8 percent of spending while outstate Minnesota sees the rest. But despite that economic sharing of wealth, it is not uncommon to hear in many outstate coffee shops or diners that “our tax dollars go to all of that development in the cities.” Many outstate residents complain of deteriorating roads, a lack of investment in rural Main Street businesses, the need for greater investment in broadband and school facilities that are showing their age. Others are resentful of metro-based interests telling them how to farm, what to mine and otherwise manage the land where outstate Minnesotans live and work. All are very real issues. Businesses across greater Minnesota, from car and implement dealers, to restaurants, to mom and pop shops have had a hard time navigating the changing demographics of the places they have operated within for years. Those that have been more successful have created a new road map for the future. Tourist rich areas of Minnesota have capitalized on new ways to attract customers during otherwise off-season periods of the year,

building a stronger economic base. Most people recognize southeastern Minnesota as home to the Mayo Clinic. It’s undergoing a massive expansion in conjunction with the city of Rochester. But how the communities surrounding that area of the state try to capitalize on all the growth and increased traffic may well be a sign of just how serious they are about finding a new road map. There are still many Minnesotans who know little or nothing about Red Wing’s historic downtown, Winona and Northfield’s deep college roots, Caledonia’s hot air balloon festival, the dozens of trout fishing opportunities that dot the entire southeast corner of the state, Spring Grove’s Norwegian influence and its lively Bluff Country Artists Gallery and the lure of the Mighty Miss as it carves through beautiful bluffs. There is real opportunity in these areas — it just needs an innovative mindset and a willingness to welcome change. There’s no question Minnesota is a diverse state with regional and local challenges. Like the rest of our country, Minnesotans need to find ways to solve the two realities of our state in a fair and balanced manner. One cannot thrive at the expense of the other. The state’s history is rich among its outstate regions and many of the young men and women who were raised in outer Minnesota today are the workers and leaders in the metro areas. As the divides around us continue to widen, we see one Minnesota as a way to set an example for the rest of America. This is an opinion of the ECM Editorial Board. Sun Thisweek and the Dakota County Tribune are part of ECM Publishers Inc.

Experts’ advice about discussing harassment with young people by Joe Nathan SUN THISWEEK DAKOTA COUNTY TRIBUNE

The rash of reports about sexual harassment, intimidation and rape convinced me it was time to ask some experts for their advice to parents, grandparents and guardians. So during the first week of December, I talked with two experienced authorities, Katie Eichele and Walter Roberts. Eichele directs the Aurora Center for Advocacy & Education, which works with University of Minnesota and Augsburg students and faculty and offers training free for those associated with the University of Minnesota or Augsburg. The center focuses on “sexual assault, relationship violence and stalking.” Eichele stressed the importance of beginning early and having ongoing age-appropriate discussions with children about how to have “healthy lives and relationships.” The discussion can begin by talking about boundaries and asking or giving permission. For example, she wants young children to know that they can decide whether to return someone’s high-five. Adults should stress that children have the right to create boundaries about where and how people can touch them. She also urged adults to talk ahead of time, before there are problems, about

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Joe Nathan what children should do if someone has made them uncomfortable with their touching or comments. Adults should continue talking with young people as they enter school. Eichele mentioned one national study which found that 43 percent of middle school students surveyed said they had been the victim of some form of bullying or harassment. She urged adults to take children seriously if they say this is happening. Children need caring adults to support them and help resolve problems. And if the first educator, whether it’s a teacher, coach or principal, doesn’t help, Eichele recommended “going up the chain of command.” In her experience, “Policies and laws are only as good as those who enforce them. If you find someone is not enforcing, you need to get others involved.” Eichele also emphasized the importance of what she calls “bystander intervention.” She urges people who witness

inappropriate behavior to speak up and support victims. The Aurora Center has information on its website, http://aurora.umn.edu. Along with Eichele, I talked with Roberts, who recently retired after more than three decades of being a public school teacher, counselor, faculty member at Minnesota State University, Mankato and leader in the Minnesota School Counselors Association. He’s written three books about violence prevention and bullying. Gov. Mark Dayton appointed him co-chair of a statewide commission that developed guidelines, later put into law, about bullying policies in schools. Roberts believes that recent events make this “a golden opportunity” to discuss bullying, sexual harassment and violence with young people: “We have to turn these events into positive learning experiences.” Roberts stressed two principles for discussion: “Respect – this must be central to how we deal with others – and boundaries, both physical touch and psychological use of intimidation.” He agreed with Eichele that adults need to talk with children and teenagers about these issues. He explained: “It’s not enough to say, ‘This is how you should behave.’ Kids are

watching us all the time. They learn from us during every waking moment. Adolescents are extremely sensitive to hypocrisy in adults.” Roberts explained that adults need to help young people find people and procedures in schools and in work situations where they can express concerns and grievances. He’s found “some situations are toxic.” He’s a strong advocate of accountability and fair or due process. Roberts pointed out that some situations are cut and dried. He added: “Others are more complicated. We have not figured out how to manage this.” While stressing the importance of boundaries, Roberts hopes that we won’t lose our ability to “share happiness and joy” with others. “Pats on the back and hugs can be wonderful. I hope we don’t lose them,” he said. Eichele and Roberts agreed that recent events make this a “teachable moment.” Caring adults will discuss and model behavior that is and is not acceptable. Joe Nathan, formerly a Minnesota public school teacher and administrator and PTA president, directs the Center for School Change. Reactions welcome, joe@centerforschoolchange.org or @JoeNathan9249. Columns reflect the opinion of the author.

Letters Happy to see Franken go

her car. Franken was/is the fraud! In his arrogant, self-indulging resignation, he pointed out that Roy Moore and President Donald Trump were worse than him in terms of molestation of women. That was so transparent and childish. He didn’t apologize for his actions, he tried to side-step the issues and even blame the women involved because they didn’t understand his motives – the big TV star. He doesn’t have to be concerned that his seat will be in good hands, because Gov. Mark Dayton will be appointing a pro-abortion, “pro-

gressive” lefty to carry on Franken’s ultra-liberal, anti-Christian agenda. So sad for the law-abiding citizens, children and the unborn babies of Minnesota. Unfortunately, liberals will rejoice. Those of us who love Minnesota will still continue to suffer under the heavy-handed leftist imposition in our lives.

and Lance Peterson regarding current tax legislation in which the writer’s viewpoints mirror those of some major news outlets. These sources use anemic estimated GDP numbers which would make it appear that the tax plan would not expand the economy as advertised. The GOP tax plan uses reasonable GDP estimates and is based on expanding the economy using proven methods, thus helping to grow our way out of the problems brought on by the tepid GDP numbers of the last nine years. This point of view is important for Johnson, Peterson and the 60-70 percent of all Americans who are shareholders, since their IRAs, 401Ks, Pensions Funds, 529s and savings assets are invested in the stock and bond PHYLLIS PETER markets. I hope we can Apple Valley all agree that we want our economy to expand and our GDP to grow, thus Education and all Americans. understanding helping The current tax bill is similar in theory to tax legislation past models from the To the editor: 1920s, 1960s and 1980s I write in response to which were promoted by letters in the Dec. 1 edi- Democrat and Republition by Richard Johnson can presidents and when

and articles on global warming/climate change, this has been going on naturally for eons. To the editor: What caused the Earth I am pleased that I no to be covered with thick ice longer am required to many times in eons past? recognize Al Franken as And, what caused all that a senator. He stated earice to melt? Humans, aulier that he were “embartos, industries, etc. Oil and rassed and ashamed” of coal hadn’t been found. his actions, but we caring Disastrous storms, i.e., Minnesota citizens were hurricanes, tornadoes, embarrassed and ashamed CHUCK ERICKSON floods, etc., have been ocof his actions since the Burnsville curring over eons past due first day he was elected – to global warming. which election, of course, There is a possibility was suspected of voter What are we that we do contribute to fraud when a poll judge going to do? these conditions with our happened to find approxilifestyles. But the Earth is mately 135 ballots (all for To the editor: Franken) in the trunk of Regarding the letters “doing its thing.” If we could lessen these changes, what would we do to lessen the impact? What would you do without, or change your lifeJohn Gessner | BURNSVILLE/DISTRICT 191 NEWS | 952-846-2031 | john.gessner@ecm-inc.com style? Andy Rogers | EAGAN NEWS | 952-846-2028 | andy.rogers@ecm-inc.com Amy Mihelich | DISTRICT 196 NEWS | 952-846-2038 | amy.mihelich@ecm-inc.com Mike Shaughnessy | SPORTS | 952-846-2030 | mike.shaughnessy@ecm-inc.com Tad Johnson | THISWEEKEND | 952-846-2033 | tad.johnson@ecm-inc.com Darcy Odden | CALENDARS/BRIEFS | 952-846-2034 | darcy.odden@ecm-inc.com Jeanne Cannon | ANNOUNCEMENTS | 952-392-6875 | jeanne.cannon@ecm-inc.com Tonya Orbeck | PUBLIC NOTICES | 763-691-6001 | tonya.orbeck@ecm-inc.com John Gessner | MANAGING EDITOR | 952-846-2031 | john.gessner@ecm-inc.com Tad Johnson | MANAGING EDITOR | 952-846-2033 | tad.johnson@ecm-inc.com Keith Anderson | DIRECTOR OF NEWS | 952-392-6847 | keith.anderson@ecm-inc.com Mark Weber | GENERAL MANAGER | 952-392-6807 | mark.weber@ecm-inc.com Mike Jetchick | AD SALES | 952-846-2019 | mike.jetchick@ecm-inc.com LETTERS TO THE EDITOR | editor.thisweek@ecm-inc.com DELIVERY | 763-712-3544 | burnsville.distribution@ecm-inc.com 15322 GALAXIE AVE., SUITE 219, APPLE VALLEY, MN 55124 952-894-1111 FAX: 952-846-2010 www.SunThisweek.com | Office Hours: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Monday-Thursday, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Friday

the tax cuts were implemented, large increases in the GDP followed. More education has to be done regarding the economic I.Q. of Americans. Voters should understand the principle that cutting taxes creates more revenue for the government, expands the economy and helps to create more wealth for all citizens. This counter intuitive argument is lost in partisan politics, but when one sees the facts and the results, it is very clear. Recently 2nd District U.S. Rep. Jason Lewis, provided important information in favor of the GOP tax bill when he appeared on the Dec. 1 PBS show “Almanac.” His enlightening arguments were very compelling. I would urge readers to look it up online. Lewis has the understanding of the problem which brought us to the tax crisis. Further, he endorses the solutions represented by the current tax bill which is currently being hammered out in Congress. DONALD DeGENARO Eagan

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a contingent fee basis. The law firms will only receive compensation and reimbursement of costs if the lawsuit is successful. Opioids are pain-reducing medications such as oxycodone, fentanyl and morphine also known under brand names such as OxyContin, Percocet and Vicodin. These medications were created to treat severe short-term pain. However, irresponsible and fraudulent marketing campaigns by the pharmaceutical industry touted opioids as safe, non-addictive pain relievers that could be safely used longterm by those with chronic pain conditions. These deceptive claims led to physicians, patients, health care providers and health care payers perceiving opioids as a safe, non-addictive treatment for most patients dealing with chronic pain. In 2015, there were more than 33,000 deaths nationally from opioid overdoses, and opioid overdoses have quadrupled since 1999, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. In Minnesota, 395 residents died from opioid-involved drug overdoses in 2016, an 18 percent increase over 2015, when 336 people died, according to data by the Minnesota Department of Health’s new Opioid Dashboard. Among Dakota County residents there were 26 opioid-involved overdose deaths in 2016, which is double what the County saw a decade ago, in 2007.

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Leadership draws students to magnet schools Oak Ridge and Echo Park integrate ‘Leader in Me’ for second year by Amy Mihelich SUN THISWEEK DAKOTA COUNTY TRIBUNE

This winter, students in the Rosemount-Apple Valley-Eagan School District will learn about angles through programming robots, develop observational skills by traveling outside to chart weather changes and create their own news broadcast. Although a teacher will be present, the students will take responsibility for their own learning through leadership roles. All of these activities are taking place at District 196 magnet elementary schools, Oak Ridge and Echo Park. This is the second year these two schools have operated as magnets. Oak Ridge Elementary School of Leadership, Environment and Health Sciences and Echo Park Elementary School of Leadership, Engineering and Technology provide students with unique learning opportunities. Magnet schools use the same curriculum as all other schools in District 196 in areas of science, math, language arts and social studies, but they work through a concentrated focus or theme. Through that theme, the schools offer innovative ways to meet students’ learning goals. Currently, District 196 has six magnet schools: five elementary and one middle school. Students from any area of the district can apply to attend, and if admitted, the district will provide transportation. Students from outside the district may apply as well. The enrollment period for these schools ends this winter for 2018-19, and already the magnet schools

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A kindergartner observes the parts of a tree at Oak Ridge Elementary. Even the youngest students are given opportunities to develop their leadership, inquiry and STEM skills. are reflecting on the cur- have been able to weave schools offer students. Her rent semester gearing up lessons from “The Leader first year was a planning for the next year. in Me� into their STEM year, and during that time The two newest magnet programs by giving stu- staff underwent training schools are both work- dents more opportunities to help them better frame ing to incorporate their for leadership. curriculum within the theme of leadership into At Oak Ridge, students themes. their other themes. Both spend much of their time She held “moonshot� schools placed a heavy fo- going outside to explore sessions with the staff — cus on leadership during “Mother Nature’s Class- meetings where staff could the 2016-2017 school year, room.� brainstorm what they their first year as a magStudents use observa- would want their school net. tion journals, made of to be like if there were no Teachers and staff special graph paper, to limitations or restrictions. helped students build chart, draw and record. Through those sessions, leadership skills inside They know that studying they developed many of and outside of the class- outside is not time to mess the concepts of the reroom through the “Leader around; it’s as important structured school — both in Me� program, a school as studying inside their in terms of the culture of transformation process classroom. They even use the magnet school and the built from Stephen Cov- different exits for recess physical space of the adey’s “7 Habits of Highly and class outdoor time to dition that was completed Effective People.� The help distinguish the differ- last year. children’s version teaches ence between the two. It was out of these students seven pillars of “We look at the same meetings that the teachers leadership such as “Begin curriculum, but through a developed the concept of with the End in Mind,� different lens, and it allows the “Ology Lab,� a space “Think Win-Win� and us to measure learning in a where students can focus “Synergize.� more authentic way,� Prin- on “the study of � whatTo help them focus on cipal Cindy Magnuson ever unit they are working their goals, each classroom said. on. Teachers can reserve has a mission statement, Magnuson said she the large room, equipped and each student and staff came to Oak Ridge three with learning tools rangmember have a personal years ago because she ing from microscopes to mission statement. is passionate about the This year, both schools opportunities magnet

fishing nets, for their students to participate in inquiry-based learning. This fall, elementary students at Oak Ridge partnered with high schoolers at the School of Environmental Studies to design and build a living plant wall. The students researched the significance of patterns and design, created models of their designs and presented them to their classes. While other schools go on field trips, Oak Ridge students participate in field studies. Before embarking on each journey, the students develop a set of learning goals. While they are at the site they take notes and make observations, and when they return back to school they talk about what they learned and use the skills either in their own work or as a springboard for further investigation. Students are learning about everything from coding to zoology to botany, and they’re doing it in the most hands-on way possible. They work with specialists, teachers and staff to develop research questions, problem-solve, report their findings and create projects — all through the framework of leadership. “Teaching leadership is not separate from everything else,� she said. “It’s all about integration.� Echo Park students are hard at work integrating science, technology, engineering and math with leadership as well. “It’s amazing — if we give kids the opportunity to lead they really learn to love it, and they rise to the occasion,� Principal Pam Haldeman said. Through inquiry-based learning, the students are developing skills in robotics, coding and creativity. Magnet TOSA (Teacher of Special Assignment) Rebecca Haehnel said inquiry-based learning allows the students to take

ownership of their education. Even the youngest students are benefiting from integrated learning. In November, second-grade students performed a concert about weather — a topic they will study in February. “They’ve already learned the vocabulary and concepts from the concert,� Assistant Administrator Kim Mueske said. “They’ll be ready to read about, write about and explore it more deeply.� Students use technology as a tool for learning. For example, the Echo Park news team learns how to operate cameras and audio equipment while developing confidence as they work together to write and produce their own news broadcast. Most students who attend Echo Park go on to Valley Middle School of STEM, and later attend Apple Valley High School. This “STEM Pathway� allows students to continue developing STEM skills while also building upon the leadership skills they learned at Echo Park. “It doesn’t end here,� Haldeman said. “What an amazing journey.� Both Oak Ridge and Echo Park offer music and arts opportunities in addition to science, technology, engineering and math classes, and both also offer preschool. The magnet school application period for enrollment in the 2018-19 school year ends on Monday, Jan. 8, for the five elementary schools and Wednesday, Feb. 14 for Valley Middle School of STEM. People can find more information on the District 196 website at www. district196.org/academics/ magnet-schools. Contact Amy Mihelich at amy.mihelich@ecm-inc.com.

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District 196 band teacher named one of state’s best Zschunke wins MMEA Music Educator of the Year Award by Amy Mihelich SUN THISWEEK DAKOTA COUNTY TRIBUNE

John Zschunke says he’s got his dream job. “I can’t think of a thing I’d rather do,� he said. “I love music and I love people, and when you put it together, that’s teaching.� He’s is an instrumental music teacher at District 196’s Rosemount Middle School. Recently, the Minnesota Music Educators Association selected Zschunke to receive Music Educator of the Year Award. Each year, MMEA gives the award to up to four Minnesota music teachers who have demonstrated excellence in music teaching and learning. When he found out he was selected, Zschunke said he was surprised and humbled. “I work with such great people, and I have for all of my career. Knowing how many other great teachers there are around the state of Minnesota who do amazing work — to be selected by MMEA is so gratifying. It’s humbling.� To receive the award, the nominee must have at least 10 years of teaching experience and be actively teaching at the time of the award. The nominee must be a current member of the MMEA, and they must provide a service to the music education profession outside of their school and district. He exceeds these expectations. Zschunke has taught for District 196 for 28 years. He started at Rosemount High School in 1990 and taught there until 1998 when he moved to Rose-

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John Zschunke conducts one of his eighth-grade bands at Rosemount Middle School. He conducts three concert bands at the middle school, where he also teaches instrumental lessons and conducts jazz bands. He is also the creator and conductor of the Rosemount Community Band. mount Middle School, where he still teaches today. Before that, he taught at St. Francis. He said the teams at all the schools he’s worked at have helped him become the teacher he is today. “Teaching is a team effort, and those people that I’ve worked with have taught me so much. They’ve been, and they still are, invaluable to my growth,� Zschunke said. “It’s good to be surrounded by intelligent, innovative workers — and it’s those people who have inspired me.� Since beginning his teaching career, Zschunke said experience and colleagues have been the best teachers. “You don’t have to know all the answers, but it’s really good to know who has them,� he said. “And I’ve had great resources. Our schools and our districts are so supportive of the arts and music that it makes it really

easy to do what we do.� Zschunke learned his love of music, and band instruments in particular, from his father, who was a band teacher. He used to help his father file sheet music, and after that he’d experiment with the many instruments in the band room. Against his father’s advice, Zschunke decided to follow in his footsteps — and he’s never looked back. At Rosemount Middle School, Zschunke conducts three concert bands, teaches instrumental lessons and conducts several jazz bands. “I really like this age level. It’s so fun. They are so excited to learn, and they are so moldable and energetic,� Zschunke said. “I wouldn’t want to be any other place than middle school.� Zschunke started teaching in middle school because he was passionate about developing the Rosemount High School

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Band’s feeder program. He wanted to help students learn and grow in their early years of playing, and through that he’s formed tight-knit groups of students who share his passion for music. “We laugh together, we get frustrated together, we enjoy the music that we play together,� he said. “It’s like having another family of kids to grow up with.� On Thanksgiving, the Rosemount High School marching band participated in the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. Zschunke had worked with many of those students when they were in middle school, and his teaching equipped them with technical skills and determination that carried over into high school. “I was very proud — I was very proud of those kids, and the staff and the parents,� Zschunke said. “I was watching them on TV, and I just got that

proud director lump in my throat because I just thought of how cool it was for those kids.� Zschunke talked to his current students about the parade the following week. Seeing the older students performing for the nation to see inspired many of the middle schoolers. “I asked them how many saw the Macy’s parade with the Rosemount band, and all of the hands went up,� he said. “And I said, ‘Well, someday, that will be you, because that’s what I said three years ago and those people are in the band right now.’ � Zschunke also conducts the Rosemount Community Band, a group he created to serve local musicians. On his own time, he’s an accomplished musician, and when he’s not conducting he enjoys playing trombone professionally. “It’s all about a lifelong love of playing music and sharing it with other people,� he said. This year, 18 students auditioned for All-State Concert Band, and two students made All-State Jazz Band. Yet to come, a group of seventh-graders will play at the Minnesota Zoo, a group of eighth-graders will play holiday songs at the Mall of America, sixth- through eighthgraders will participate in jazz bands, small ensemble groups will play for nursing homes, some 200-300 students will compete in the solo and ensemble contest and 18 students will participate in the indistrict honor band. Zschunke has been instrumental in helping all these students find success in music. Casey Clementson, an instrumental instructor at Roseville Middle School, has worked with Zschunke

for 15 years. Along with her colleagues, she initiated Zschunke’s nomination for the award. Clementson said thousands of students have benefited from Zschunke’s teaching. She’s been impressed by the way he makes connections and builds relationships with his students, and how he makes them laugh when they are having a bad day. She said Zschunke’s artistry as a musician inspires his students to grow. “It is the subtle nuances in John’s character that elevate him from a good teacher to a master teacher and leader,� she said. “He approaches teaching with both humor and humility, whether on the podium, at a concert or when mentoring student teachers.� Clementson noted that Zschunke remains focused on serving his students. “John keeps the focus on what is happening in the classroom and on what is best for kids,� she said. “Even after many years in the profession, he maintains a vision of what goes into making a great music program that serves our school and the Rosemount community.� Zschunke’s work has inspired students to follow their own passion in music. Some of the students who have gone through the Rosemount Band Program have decided to become music majors in college. Several have become teachers or band directors, and there are even some who are teachers at Rosemount Middle School. “He really makes an impact on people,� Clementson said. On Friday, Feb. 23, Zschunke will be recognized at the 2018 MMEA Midwinter Clinic in Minneapolis. Contact Amy Mihelich at amy.mihelich@ecm-inc.com.

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Education BHS club encourages girls to pursue STEM careers Someday they’d like to be scientists, computer programmers, engineers or mathematicians, but now they’re female students at Burnsville High School and they’ve started a new club to encourage and support girls interested in STEM careers. The Women in STEM club began last spring when senior Emily Reynolds realized the need for a club for girls who are interested in STEM (science, technology, engineering and math). She knows that women are underrepresented in STEM jobs and she wants to change that dynamic. Emily approached science teacher Liz Davison about being adviser and then was joined by three other students (Fiona Chow, Katherine Do and

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From left, Fiona Chow, Anna Warmka and Emily Reynolds find support and encouragement in their STEM interest. Anna Warmka) who collaborated over the summer to develop the club, which began this fall. “My favorite part

about Women in STEM is the encouragement it provides,� said Emily, who said girls aren’t generally encouraged to pur-

sue jobs in STEM. “But with Women in STEM we are surrounded by mentors that make sure that we know that we

can succeed in STEM careers and that we, as women, are needed there. Their encouragement is so helpful in making sure we stay interested in STEM.� As a new group, the girls are using the laser cutter to make ornaments as a fundraiser for field trips, other projects and possibly a scholarship. They’ve also heard from their first guest speaker who discussed her education, career path and current job. “Another big part of Women in STEM is making sure girls know all the different options they have in the STEM field,� said Anna. “A lot of girls are interested and good at math and science, but they think if they go into the STEM field they’ll have to be a mechanical

engineer or something similar. We want to teach them about all the different fields with STEM, like biomedical sciences, environmental sciences, etc.� “Women in STEM Club provides female students with a supportive and encouraging community where they could comfortably explore their STEM interest,� according to Fiona, who encourages BHS students to join the group. “I hope that with the club we can start making progress towards getting more girls to pursue and continue with STEM careers,� adds Emily. In addition to Davidson, advisors are Jackie Jones, industrial technology teacher, and Orion Patrie, engineering instructor.

District 196 Foundation has $150,000 goal Donations would fully fund weekend food program by Tad Johnson SUN THISWEEK DAKOTA COUNTY TRIBUNE

The Rosemount-Apple Valley-Eagan District 196 Foundation is making a holiday-time push in an effort to reach its goal of raising $150,000 to help provide weekend food packages to 1,135 students whose families are in need. “It is not fun to see a

student without enough food to eat,� said foundation director Bill Tschohl, of Apple Valley. “Beyond the health issues, these young people who are students in School District 196 are unable to focus on school studies causing them to fall behind in their classes. “At this time of year, when we are planning to celebrate Christmas with our families and are busy shopping for gifts and preparing for great meals, it is even harder to think of even one student not enjoying good food and

books to read at this time of year.� Tschohl said that there are many great causes to support during this time of holiday giving, but says this one that fulfills basic needs for local families is close to home. “The program has strengthened relationships between the school and families who are so grateful for receiving the food,� Tschohl said. “This is so important.� Each year the foundation raises funds to cover the cost of providing weekend food pack-

ages to students through The Sheridan Story — a Minneapolis-based nonprofit that has developed a program in District 196 schools that identifies students in need and distributes food to them over the weekend. The foundation has garnered support from local businesses, service groups and individuals this year, but needs to raise thousands more to cover all the students identified. It costs $130 per school year to provide one child a weekend bag

of food each week. “Just think, if 13 residents each donated $10, we could feed one student for a year,� Tschohl said. The fundation consists of 12 directors, in addition to ex-officio members Superintendent Jane Berenz, Director of Finance and Operations Jeffrey Solomon and Director of Community Education Khia Brown. Tax-deductible donations can be made to District 196 Foundation; include “The Sheridan Story� in the memo line

and mail to Khia Brown, Director of Community Education, 15180 Canada Ave., Rosemount, MN 55068. Those people who have questions about making a donation or forming a business partnership with District 196 may call Brown at 651-4237720 or Tschohl at 952432-4615 or billtschohl@ gmail.com. Tad Johnson can be reached at tad.johnson@ecm-inc. com. Follow him on Twitter @editorTJ.

CAP Agency raises funds and awareness to fight poverty On Nov. 15, 125 people came together to support, celebrate, and raise money and awareness for the work being done by Scott Carver Dakota Community Action Partnership. At this first Give Where

You Live Gala, over $13,000 was raised to fund CAP’s more than 20 programs and services. Attendees donated to support CAP’s food shelf, early childhood education, senior nutrition, meals on wheels, crisis nurs-

ery, housing, and emergency services. The next day, Give to the Max, CAP received almost $10,000 in donations. These events kicked off CAP’s year-end Give Where You Live campaign,

which runs through Jan. 31. These donations, and all the donations throughout the year, allow CAP to continue to help families and individuals in need and fight poverty in the southwest metro area.

“CAP Agency serves about 12,000 households each year in Scott, Carver, and Dakota counties. It can come as a surprise to people that the numbers are that sweeping,� said CAP Executive Director Joe

Vaughan. More information about CAP and its work can be found at www.capagency. org Donations can be made at www.capagency.org/donate.

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New car fire simulator to help train area firefighters Flint Hills makes donation to Dakota County Fire Chiefs Association by Andy Rogers SUN THISWEEK DAKOTA COUNTY TRIBUNE

Area firefighters respond to several hundred vehicle fires in Dakota County every year. Before last week, there was no good way to practice putting out a vehicle fire unless trainees traveled out of state or put a real one up in flames. That is until now. A fire car simulator was unveiled last week by the Dakota County Fire Chiefs Association. It’s the first of its kind available in Minnesota. Flint Hills Resources Pine Bend Refinery was the host of a live demonstration last week. Although the cold prevented the actual extinguishing of the fire, onlookers watched as firefighters learned how to handle a vehicle fire and turned the fire off when complete. “Many people learn better by seeing and doing and by going through experiences,� said Geoff Glasrud, refinery vice president and manufacturing manager. Flint Hills Resources donated the simulator

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Firefighters demonstrate how a new car fire simulator will help train Minnesota’s departments on how to contain a vehicle fire. and plans to host free training session for law enforcement across the state. Fire departments often trained using real vehicles. “We needed a bet-

ter way, a safer way, and more environmentally friendly way to do this,� said Ed Steele, fire chief at Flint Hills Resources. Mike Scott, Eagan fire chief, said in his 37 years in the fire servic-

es, they’ve burned several houses and cars for training, which isn’t the healthiest for his workforce or the environment. He said cancer is a leading cause of death for firefighters.

vironment is incredible while a vehicle burns. “(The simulator) burns clean propane,� Thill said. Unlike a real vehicle, training can be stopped while firefighters are coached and then pick up again with the same intensity, Thill said. “With a real car, you can’t really start (the fire) up again,� Thill said. Members of the Dakota County Fire Chiefs Association thanked Flint Hills Resources for its donation. “We can’t afford some of these things out of our own city budget, so having this resource available to us within our community is exceptional,� Thill said. In 2014, Flint Hills donated a kitchen fire prevention trailer to the Dakota County Fire Chief Association to help train firefighters as well as the public on how to properly put out a kitchen fire. The Pine Bend refinery is located west of Highway 52 in Rosemount and produces transportation fuel for use throughout the Midwest. It produces most of Minnesota’s gasoline, diesel fuel, jet fuel and propane.

“This is a great prop for the environment and for the safety of the firefighter,� Scott said. Contact Andy Rogers Judy Thill, Inver Grove Heights fire chief, at andy.rogers@ecm-inc. said the amount of toxic com. smoke going into the en-

Send your story ideas Sun Thisweek and the Dakota County Tribune welcome story ideas from the community. People can go online to SunThisweek.com and find a link under Submission Forms to send story ideas. Other ways are to email editor.thisweek@ ecm-inc.com or call John Gessner at 952-846-2003 or Tad Johnson at 952-846-2033.

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Laura Blesi, a homeschooled high school freshman from Savage, won first prize in the “Voice of Democracy� essay contest sponsored by Burnsville Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 5833. She received a cash prize of $300 and will advance to district level competition. The contest is for students in grades nine to 12. This year’s theme was “American History: Our Hope for the Future.�

Transitions workshop offered in Eagan Transitions, a free workshop to help parents assist young adult children living with mental illness, will be held 6-8 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 25, at Eagan Community Center, 1501 Central Parkway. The workshop is offered by NAMI Minnesota (National Alliance on Mental Illness) to help parents gain tools to pre-

pare their teen or young adult for independence, learn about special education, employment, college, transportation, life skills and housing. It includes helpful tips for living with young adults who aren’t ready to leave the nest. Registration is requested. Contact NAMI at 651645-2948 or go to “classes� at namihelps.org.

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Travel & Adventure December 15, 2017

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40 percent of Apple Valley travel agency’s clients are seniors By SUE WEBBER Contributing Writer

Senior citizens comprise about 40 percent of her clientele, says Sara Butruff, owner of Travel Leaders in Apple Valley. Several seniors who have worked with her are grateful for her travel guidance.

and Estonia. “It was very historical,� Hunter said. “It was fun to use the train system. All the countries have such good train systems, and it’s not expensive.� Since one of her two grandchildren works for

took some kind of vacation, either a trip up north or to Wisconsin to visit relatives. They also traveled to Texas, Yellowstone Park and the Black Hills, she said. Cynthia formerly worked as a nurse’s aide, and also at an insurance

Leaders in Apple Valley. “We have such a good time together,� said Cindi Anderson. She and her husband Ted often travel with JoAnn and Steve LeClair, who live in Burnsville. “We’ve been friends

Cynthia Hunter Cynthia Hunter of Apple Valley said she did some traveling earlier in life, “mostly with my husband, to someplace warm,� she said. Those trips included Jamaica, Cancun, Aruba and several other islands in the Caribbean. When her dad was in his 80s, she took him to Ireland in 1983. Hunter took her two daughters to England, Scotland and Wales in 1983, and to Puerto Vallarta in 1989. Five years ago, Hunter was widowed. But her traveling days weren’t over. She and her daughter, Amy went to Ireland together in 2015, and then to England, Scotland and Wales in 2016. This year, Cynthia decided she wanted to see the east coast of Canada. “My neighbor, Pat, was going to go alone, but then Amy and her friend Mavis and I ended up going together. It was a really nice trip. We don’t know much about Canada, and we really enjoyed that.� Cynthia and Pat traveled to Nova Scotia in September. Also this year, the four took a trip to Denmark, Sweden, Norway, Finland

PHOTO ABOVE: Cynthia Hunter and her daughter, Nicole, spent some time in Los Angeles. PHOTO LEFT: Pictured outside the Hermitage in St. Petersburg, Russia, are, from left, Ted and Cindi Anderson, and JoAnn and Steve LeClair. Sun County Airlines, Cynthia said, “She gives me ideas of things to do. I want to see more of the U.S.� Cynthia and her other daughter, Nicole, went to Gulfport and the Florida Keys in 2016, and recently returned from a trip to Los Angeles and San Diego. Future travel plans include going up the East coast with a friend in spring 2018, and a trip to Ireland in fall 2018. A native of Albert Lea, Cynthia recalls that her father always made sure that his family of five children

company. She enjoys working with Sara Butruff, owner of Travel Leaders. “Their wonderful office is wonderful,� Cynthia said. I recommend them highly. Our trips have turned out nicely.�

The Andersons and LeClairs Two couples who got acquainted when their children were in elementary school and have continued as friends for 30 years also are travel companions, working through Travel

since our kids were in grade school,� Cindi said. “We’ve moved several times within the metro area, but we’ve always stayed connected.� The Andersons, now residents of Chaska, grew up in southern Minnesota, Cindy in Fairmont and Ted in St. James. The two have always traveled, since Ted formerly worked for a German firm. Cindi worked at Continental Machine in Savage before she retired. The couple has two daughters and six grandchildren. “We’re going back to Belize in February, one of our favorite places, to celebrate

o our 50th anniversary� Cindi said. They also enjoyed a National Geographic trip to the Galapagos Islands, she said. “We lived on the ship for several weeks and each day we hiked in the islands,� she said. “We did things I thought I would never do and thought I might never get the opportunity to do again. We did a lot of climbing out of rafts and hiking.� Now, she said, “We take at least one trip a year. We’re trying to figure out where our next one will be.�

When she was growing up, JoAnn, said her family camped and vacationed every year while the children were young. “We traveled somewhere, though I hadn’t seen the rest of the world, except Mexico,� JoAnn said. “Many times we took a car trip somewhere in the U.S.� Now she and her husband try to take one trip a year abroad. “We loved Italy and would like to go back there,� she said. “Australia and New Zealand

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County to host New Year’s Eve party at Lebanon Hills Ring in the new year at the 12th annual New Year’s Eve Party 5-8 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 31, at Lebanon Hills Visitor Center, 860 Cliff Road, Eagan. Activities include candlelight hiking, snowshoeing, ice skating, sledding a lit hill, bonfires, live an-

imals, a DJ dance party, storytelling, magic, a ball drop and more. Admission is $10; free for ages 5 and younger. Tickets at the door only. Cash payment is preferred; checks and credit cards (Visa, Mastercard and Discover) will be accepted.

Free parking is available onsite or at Woodcrest Church (525 Cliff Road) with a free shuttle to and from the event. Hot concessions will be available to purchase from food trucks. Bring your own sled, ice skates and snowshoes. Snowshoe rental

will also be available for an additional fee. The last rental goes out at 7 p.m. Dogs, except for assistance and guide dogs, are not permitted at the event. There is a need for volunteer candle lighters and other event volunteers like bonfire tenders,

sledding hill attendants, event greeters and more. All volunteers receive free event admission and a hot thank-you dinner. Sign up to volunteer at https://tinyurl.com/ y9vq9xgc.

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Hearing loss shouldn’t keep seniors from traveling The Hearing Loss As- disability. But they’re sociation of America re- wrong. ports that two-thirds of The truth is that the Americans over 700 suffer with somee Guest form of hearing defcolumn icit. That’s most off us. Hearing loss is ... by Bob now the third mostt common health isRamsey sue in the country. Unfortunately, seniors and others affected ages 50, 60, 70, and bethink their travelling days yond are often prime are over because of their time for traveling. After

all, this is the phase of life where many people finally have the time, flexibility and resources to travel and the experience to know where they would like to go. Think “Bucket List.� Likewise, today is the best time ever for travelers with hearing problems. Accommodations to make traveling easier for those

with hearing loss are commonplace, thanks to the Americans Disability Act. Adjusting to meet the travel needs of those who don’t hear well isn’t just a nice thing to do anymore; it’s the law. And great progress has been made in a short time. For example, a growing number of public spaces and places, including air terminals, taxi cabs and theaters are now equipped

with hearing loops. This technology delivers customized sound directly to individual assisted hearing devices and allows hearing aid users to pick up sound from a distant source such as a stage or movie screen. More importantly than better accommodations, however, is the fact that seniors suffering from hearing loss may need the benefits of travel more

dren and seven grandchildren on a Princess Cruise to Belize and Honduras. “It was one of the highlights of our lives,� she said. “We are very blessed

to have our children close by.� The Andersons and LeClairs have enjoyed working with Sara at Travel Leaders, JoAnn said.

than anyone. Hearing loss is a silent affliction that can rob people of their ability to work, socialize, enjoy performances, participate in community activities and stay connected with family, friends and the world at large. Ultimately, it can lead to separation, loneliness, isolation and depression. That’s where travel comes in. Travel is empowering and liberating. It connects people.

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Travel Leaders sends seniors to faraway destinations TRAVEL - FROM PAGE 1 were favorites, too.� In 2016, they enjoyed a Viking ocean cruise to Balta, Norway, Sweden, German, Finland, Denmark and Estonia. “It was a heritage trip,� JoAnn said. “I am Swedish, and I wanted to see where my ancestors were from.� When they travel with the Andersons, she said, “Both couples are happy to do what the other couple likes to do.� For example she said, “Ted wanted

to see a ballet in Russia. My husband would never go to a ballet, but because Ted wanted to go, my husband went along and we had a good time. We have such fun together. We have a lot of laughs.� JoAnn said she is mindful of “what’s left on the bucket list, because there aren’t a whole lot of years left when we’ll have the good health to do this.� “Only one of us has seen Paris, and we haven’t been on a river cruise,� she said. She and her husband together have had a good

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New Red Bull leader installed at Rosemount armory Brig. Gen. Benjamin Corell assumed command of the 34th Red Bull Infantry Division during a ceremony, Dec. 9, in Rosemount. He takes command of the division from Maj. Gen. Jon Jensen who recently became the adjutant general of the Minnesota National Guard. Corell currently previously served as the deputy adjutant general of the Iowa Army National

Guard, which is home to the 34th Infantry Division’s 2nd Brigade Combat Team. Corell served as the brigade commander from 2010 to 2012 and led the brigade during a deployment to Afghanistan in support of Operation Enduring Freedom. Corell enlisted in the Iowa Army National Guard in January 1986 and received his officer commission from the Iowa

Military Academy’s Officer Candidate School in March 1989. He has commanded at the company, battalion and brigade level. Corell has served as the deputy commanding general-maneuver for the 34th Infantry Division and served recently as the deputy commander, NATO Multinational Division Southeast, BuchaPhoto submitted rest, Romania. Brig. Gen. Benjamin Corell assumed command of the 34th Red Bull Infantry Division during a ceremony, Dec. 9, in Rosemount.

Hearing loss shouldn’t keep seniors from traveling Travel entertains, instructs, informs and inspires people spires people of all ages. Traveling is the perfect way to burst out of isolation. That’s why many audiologists advise their clients to take advantage of today’s exciting and limitless travel opportunities. It’s easier than most people with hearing problems think. Both hearing specialists and travel advisors agree that the following tips can make travel adventures even more trouble-free and more fun

for those with hearing loss: • Be sure all assisted hearing devices are in top working condition. • Pack extra batteries and chargers. • Try to use air terminals equipped with hearing loop technology. • Select seats in the least noisy section of the aircraft. • Ask seat-mates to repeat pilot and flight attendant announcements. • Reserve hotel rooms with

non-auditory alarm systems (e.g. flashing lights) • Ship luggage directly to your hotel ahead of time to avoid carousel confusion. • Get as much trip information (e.g. cab rates, transit schedules, addresses and phone numbers) as possible in advance. • Review restaurant websites in advance to check for hearing-friendly dÊcor (e.g. noise absorbent materials, booths or seating backed by walls, not

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Sports Local players, coaches help South all-stars win Eagan native coaches winning team at Football Showcase by Mike Shaughnessy SUN THISWEEK DAKOTA COUNTY TRIBUNE

The Minnesota Football Showcase had a distinct south-of-the-river influence as seven players from South Suburban Conference schools played in Saturday’s state high school all-star game at U.S. Bank Stadium. Among those playing for the South team, which defeated the North 28-14, were Apple Valley linemen Spencer Rolland and Riley Hansen, Burnsville running back Tre Thomas, Lakeville North defensive back Braden Walsh, Lakeville South lineman Matt Borowicz and Rosemount lineman Jacob Smith. Prior Lake running back Preston Jelen was the seventh player from a South Suburban Conference school on the South team. The South’s head coach was Dan Fritze, head coach at East Ridge High School and a former Eagan High School player.

Photos by Mike Shaughnessy

(Above) South all-star head coach Dan Fritze, an Eagan High School graduate, does a sideline interview before Saturday’s Minnesota Football Showcase game at U.S. Bank Stadium. (Right) Burnsville running back Tre Thomas waits for his chance to get back in the game. The South team defeated the North all-stars 28-14. Former Eagan head coach Dave Fritze is the all-star game’s director. More than 90 of the state’s top high school seniors played. The South team took a 14-0 lead in the third quarter before the North rallied with two scores to tie the game. The South added two more touchdowns in the fourth quarter, including its last with two seconds remaining. Cretin-Derham Hall receiver Jaylen Newton was

the South’s offensive MVP. Despite missing some time in the second half after injuring an ankle and having it examined and re-taped, he caught eight passes for 131 yards and two touchdowns. He also threw a 40-yard touchdown pass to Noah Budach of Owatonna on a fourth-down play in the first quarter. The football game was part of a unique two-sport doubleheader for Apple Valley’s Rolland. Shortly after playing on the South

offensive line in the allstar football game, he left for Hopkins High School to rejoin the Eagles basketball team for its game against Minneapolis North at the Breakdown Tip-Off Classic. Rolland had four points and five rebounds. Many of the players who competed Saturday will play college football. Apple Valley’s Hansen and Rolland have committed to Air Force and Harvard, and Rosemount’s

Smith will play at Brigham Young. Players can sign with colleges as early as Dec. 20, the start of a 72hour early signing period approved by the NCAA this year. The traditional signing period that starts the first Wednesday in February is still in effect. Saturday was the 45th Minnesota high school allstar game and the second held at U.S. Bank Stadium. It also was the second to be held in December after being moved from the

summer. More than 90 all-star game alumni have played or coached in the NFL or AFL, including two current Minnesota Vikings players, receiver Adam Thielen and fullback C.J. Ham. Detroit Lions running back Zach Zenner (Eagan High School, 2010) and Cleveland Browns defensive back C.J. Smith (Burnsville, 2011) also have participated.

Wildcats, Tigers battling for girls hockey lead Farmington, Eagan will play Saturday afternoon by Mike Shaughnessy SUN THISWEEK DAKOTA COUNTY TRIBUNE

Saturday’s game between Eagan and Farmington has the potential to shake up the top of the South Suburban Conference hockey standings. The Wildcats and Tigers are two of the three teams above .500 in conference play, with Lakeville North being the third. Those three are threatening to separate themselves from the other seven teams in the SSC race. The game, which starts at 3 p.m. at Eagan Civic Arena, matches two of the state’s hottest teams. Eagan, ranked 13th in Class AA by Let’s Play Hockey, won nine of its first 10 games, including its first five in the conference. The Wildcats’ only loss was 5-4 to fourth-ranked Centennial on Nov. 25. Eagan plays at Eastview at 7 p.m. Thursday before it can focus on its game against Farmington.

Farmington, the defending Section 1AA champion, has won seven in a row after a seasonopening loss to Lakeville North. The Tigers, 4-1 in conference games, are ranked 16th in Class AA, and their run includes victories over ninth-ranked Eden Prairie and 20thranked Lakeville South. They will play host to Shakopee at Schmitz-Maki Arena at 7 p.m. before heading to Eagan on Saturday. Farmington beat Lakeville South 5-2 at Schmitz-Maki Arena last Saturday after falling behind 2-0 in the first period. Ellie Moser’s hat trick keyed the Tigers’ comeback. Emily Rubins and Marissa Agerter also scored for the Tigers, who got 27 saves from goalie Emily Auge. Auge is 5-0 with a 1.60 goals average and .934 save percentage. Abby Bollig, who played goal for the Tigers in the 2017 state tourney, has played three games and has a 1.68 goals-against average. Moser, a Bemidji State recruit, has 13 goals and 16 points in eight games.

Agerter is the Tigers’ second-leading scorer with 12 points. Eagan scored two goals – both by Taylor Anderson – in the final three minutes of its 5-3 victory at Prior Lake last Saturday. Those goals completed a hat trick for Anderson, as the Minnesota-Duluth recruit also scored in the first period. Prior Lake took a 3-2 lead early in the third period before a goal by the Wildcats’ Abby Barger tied the game again. Jenna Ruiz also scored the Wildcats, and Brooke Peplinski had three assists. Anderson has 13 goals and 10 assists through Eagan’s first 10 games. Five Wildcats have at least nine points. Maddie Nickell has made six starts in goal and Ashley Larson three, and each has a 1.33 goalsagainst average. Lakeville North (6-2 overall, 5-1 conference) beat Farmington 3-2 on Nov. 16. The Panthers are scheduled for their first of two regular-season games against Eagan on Thursday, Dec. 21, at Eagan. It won’t be long before Farmington and North

Photo by Mike Shaughnessy

Maddie Nickell is one of two goalies who have put up good statistics for the Eagan girls hockey team. see each other again, either. Both will be in Farmington’s annual holiday tournament at SchmitzMaki Arena starting Dec.

Lightning senior knows about adversity Girls basketball team grabs 2nd chance for victory over North by Mike Shaughnessy SUN THISWEEK DAKOTA COUNTY TRIBUNE

Watching an opponent bank in a 30-foot, contested three-pointer at the buzzer could make a team feel as if the sky just collapsed. Or, if you’re like Eastview senior Mariah Alipate, you can shrug and say you’ve been through worse. The shot, by Lakeville North guard Lauren Jensen, forced overtime in Tuesday’s game between longtime South Suburban Conference basketball rivals. Eastview, however, recovered and won 62-59 – but only after Jensen’s second attempt at a miraculous, game-extending three-pointer in overtime bounced off the rim. “If we had lost, we would have just kept going every single day,” Alipate said. “We shouldn’t have let it happen, but our composure was really good at the end of the game.” It was a relief for Alipate, a senior in her fourth season with the Eastview varsity, to be on the floor after not being able to

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Senior forward Mariah Alipate is averaging about 10 points a game for Eastview after missing last season because of a knee injury. play last year because of a torn knee ligament. She scored 14 points Tuesday and is averaging almost 10 per game for the unbeaten (5-0) and No. 2-ranked Lightning. “I think your perspective changes when you get the game taken away from you,” Alipate said. “You learn to appreciate things more. I learned to appreciate my team. Off the court, when I was going through what I was going through, they just picked me up.” Eastview brought back

three starters from a team that finished third in the 2017 state Class 4A tournament, but coach Molly Kasper counts Alipate as a fourth returning starter. “She said all last year it really helped her. She learned a lot more about the game,” Kasper said of Alipate. “She’s been very positive about it. Sitting out, she got so see so much more. She saw where she needs to be as a teammate, as a leader, and on the floor. She’s gained knowledge throughout the process.” Alipate tore the anterior cruciate ligament in her left knee, but her rehabilitation succeeded to the point she doesn’t need to wear a brace while playing basketball. ACL injuries are a common occupational hazard for athletes, and Alipate had no shortage of people to turn to for advice. She has a brother who recuperated from the same injury, as did several players in the Eastview program, including star forward Megan Walstad. “My family always taught me that you are who you surround your-

self with,” Alipate said. “You can look at situations as negative or positive. Half of the world will look at the situation you’re in as negative, but if helps if you’re able to find positives. For me, it was my family and team because they built me up so much. “It was hard, but it was great to have the support system I have with my family and my team because I wouldn’t have been able to get through it without them.” Alipate said she came back as a different player because the season on the bench helped her understand the game better. That learning process has gone on for several years. In eighth grade, Alipate was a reserve for a Bloomington Kennedy team that lost to Eastview 64-61 in the state Class 4A championship game. She transferred to Eastview before ninth grade and has been with the Lightning ever since. Email Mike Shaughnessy at mike.shaughnessy@ecminc.com.

27. If they don’t face each Email Mike Shaughnessy at other there, they will meet mike.shaughnessy@ecmin a South Suburban game inc.com. in Lakeville on Jan. 4.

TAGS Level 4 and 5 teams compete at state The TAGS South Level 4 and 5 teams competed in the Minnesota State Gymnastics meet last weekend at Warner Coliseum in St. Paul, with the Level 5 squad taking eighth place in its division. Holly Kiecker of Lakeville finished third on vault in the Level 4 meet, scoring 9.125. Teammate Mia Islas of Rosemount was fourth with 8.95. Nicole McGraw of Hastings added an 8.6. McGraw had the TAGS South Level 4 team’s top finish on uneven bars, scoring 8.975. Taylor Debettignies of Hastings had 8.7 and Islas scored 8.55. McGraw was runnerup on balance beam with 9.275, with Kiecker scoring 9.025 and Camille Mirfakhraie of Eagan scoring 8.925. Kiecker placed fifth on floor exercise with 9.225, with McGraw and Islas getting 8.85 and 8.8. McGraw (ninth, 35.7) and Islas (10th, 34.75) were top-10 finishers in the all-around. Avery Swanson of Apple Valley and Katelynn Qualy of Hastings also competed for the TAGS South Level

4 team. Emma Hoffacker of Lakeville finished second in the Level 5 vault competition with 9.425. Amelia Sell of Rosemount and Katie Byer of Lakeville scored 9.05 and 8.95. Byer had the team’s top score on uneven bars with 8.55, followed by Hoffacker with 8.55 and Julia Neuenschwander of Apple Valley with 8.4. On balance beam, Byer scored 9.075, Hoffacker had 8.75 and Lucy Miller of Rosemount scored 8.6. Hoffacker scored 9.45 on floor exercise to place fifth. Byer (9.175) and Miller (9.075) completed the TAGS South top three. Jaeleigh Eklund and Sophia Savian, both of Rosemount, also competed for the TAGS South Level 5 team at the state meet. The state meet concluded the season for the TAGS South Level 4 and 5 teams. Competition for the club’s teams at Level 6 through 10 begins Saturday with the TAGS South Optional and Xcel Intrasquad meet at TAGS Gymnastics in Apple Valley.

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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 to www.cityofapplevalley.org. Monday, Dec. 18 – Historians, 9 a.m.; Int. Line Dancing, 9:30 a.m.; Morning Stretch, 10 a.m.; Pool, noon; Defensive Driving, noon; Bridge, 12:30 p.m.; Happy Stitchers, 1 p.m.; Spite & Malice, 1 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 19 – Quilting Bees, 9 a.m.; Tuesday Painters, 9:30 a.m.; Pool and Cribbage, noon; Pinochle, 12:30 p.m.; Hand & Foot Cards, 1 p.m.; Table Tennis, 1 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 20 – Donated Bread, 9 a.m.; Yoga – Intermediate, 9:45 a.m.; Velvet Tones, 10 a.m.; Morning Stretch, 10 a.m.; Yoga – Beginner, 11 a.m.; Pool, noon; Men’s Bowling at Apple Place Bowl, noon; Dominoes, 1 p.m.; Mahjong, 1 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 21 – Beg. Line Dancing, 9:15 a.m.; Knitters, 9:30 a.m.; Int. Line Dancing, 10 a.m.; Tap, 10 a.m.; Tai Chi, 10 a.m.; Insurance Counseling, noon; Pool, noon; Duplicate Bridge, 12:30 p.m.; Table Tennis, 1 p.m.; 500 and Hardanger, 1 p.m.; Color & Chat, 1:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 22 – Morning Stretch, 10 a.m.; ES Meeting, 10 a.m.; Women’s Pool, 11 a.m.; Men’s Bowling at Apple Place Bowl, noon.

Scott Crosbie’s one-man show Scott Crosbie returns to the Apple Valley Senior Center to welcome the new year in his “Medicine Show Music Company� one-man variety show on Thursday, Dec. 28. The event includes an appetizer buffet from Rascal’s. Cost is $15 per person. A cash bar also is available. Desserts are compliments of Ecumen Centennial and

Ecumen Seasons. The buffet line and Farmington seniors cash bar open at 1 p.m. Entertainment The Rambling River Center is located begins at 1:30 p.m. and ends at 3 p.m. at 325 Oak St. For more information on Register by Thursday, Dec. 21, at the Apple Valley Senior Center, 14601 Hayes trips, programs and other activities, call 651-280-6970. Road, or call 952-953-2345. Monday, Dec. 18 – Coffee Guys, 9:30 a.m.; Dulcimer Club, 10 a.m.; Day Old Bread, 10 a.m.; Recycled Cards, 12:30 Burnsville seniors p.m.; 500 Cards, 12:30 p.m. The Burnsville Senior Center is locatTuesday, Dec. 19 – XaBeat, 9 a.m.; ed in the Diamondhead Education Cen- Coffee Guys, 9:30 a.m.; Fitness Center ter at 200 W. Burnsville Parkway. Call Orientation, 9:30 a.m.; Wood Carving, 1 952-707-4120 for information about the p.m. following senior events. Wednesday, Dec. 20 – Coffee Guys, Monday, Dec. 18 – Sunrise Stretch, 9:30 a.m.; Day Old Bread, 10 a.m.; Fold 8:30 a.m.; Advisory Council, 9:30 a.m.; Newsletter, 10 a.m.; Bridge, 1 p.m.; Yoga, Cribbage, 10 a.m.; Balance/Brains, 10:15 5 p.m. a.m.; Mobility, 11:15 a.m.; Pinochle, Thursday, Dec. 21 – Zumba Gold, 9 12:45 p.m. a.m.; Coffee Guys, 9:30 a.m.; Pinochle, Tuesday, Dec. 19 – Balance/Brains, 12:30 p.m. 10:15 a.m.; Scrabble, 10:30 a.m.; MobilFriday, Dec. 22 – Coffee Cafe, 8:30 ity, 11:15 a.m.; Duplicate Bridge, 12:30 a.m.; Coffee Guys, 9:30 a.m.; Day Old p.m.; Light Tour, 3:30 p.m.; Defensive Bread, 9:30 a.m.; Bingo, 1 p.m. Driving Refresher, 5:30 p.m.; Line Dancing. Wednesday, Dec. 20 – Woodcarvers, Rosemount seniors The following activities are sponsored 8 a.m.; Sunrise Stretch, 8:30 a.m.; Cribbage, 10 a.m.; Balance/Brains, 10:15 by the Rosemount Parks and Recreation a.m.; Tai Chi, 11 a.m.; Mobility, 11:15 Department and the Rosemount Area a.m.; 500, 12:45 p.m.; Belle Holiday Seniors. For more information, call the Rosemount Parks and Recreation DeLunch, 1 p.m.; Fare for All, 3 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 21 – Crafters, 9 a.m.; partment at 651-322-6000. Monday, Dec. 18 – Bridge, 9 a.m.; Foot Clinic, 9 a.m.; Health Insurance Council, 9 a.m.; Belle Scrappers, 9:30 Bone Builders, 9:30 a.m.; 500, 1 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 19 – Coffee at Cub, 8 a.m.; Balance/Brains, 10:15 a.m.; Mobila.m.; Bid Euchre, 9 a.m.; Craft Club, 1 ity, 11:15 a.m.; Wood Carving, 6 p.m. p.m. Friday, Dec. 22 – Closed. Wednesday, Dec. 20 – Canasta, 10 a.m.; Quilting Club, 1 p.m.; Hand & Eagan seniors Foot, 1 p.m.; Yoga, 6:30 p.m. The Eagan Parks and Recreation DeThursday, Dec. 21 – Cribbage, 9 a.m.; partment offers programs for seniors in Bone Builders, 9:30 a.m.; Pinochle, 1 the Lone Oak Room at the Eagan Com- p.m.; Yoga, 1 p.m. munity Center, 1501 Central Parkway. Friday, Dec. 22 – Euchre, 9 a.m.; Call 651-675-5500 for more information. Woodcarving, 9 a.m.; Lunch Out, 11:30 Monday, Dec. 18 – Mahjong, 9 a.m. a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 19 – Quilting, 9:30 The Rosemount Area Seniors are a.m.; Euchre/500, 12:45 p.m. located in the Steeple Center, 14375 S. Wednesday, Dec. 20 – Cribbage, 9 Robert Trail. Check monitors and room a.m.; Coffee & Discussion Group, 9 schedules at the facility for activity locaa.m.; Hand & Foot, 12:45 p.m. tions. Thursday, Dec. 21 – Dominoes, 9 a.m.; Bridge, 12:45 p.m. Friday, Dec. 22 – Bingo, 1 p.m.

Metro Dining Club Cards The Rosemount Area Seniors are selling Metro Dining Club cards (DMC cards) again this year. The Metro Dining Club offers an entire year of 2-for-1 dining at 166 area restaurants. The cards are valid through Oct. 31, 2018, and are $25 per box. They can be purchased at the Rosemount Parks and Recreation office at 13885 S. Robert Trail, between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Call 651-322-6000 with any questions.

Lakeville seniors All Lakeville Area Active Adults events are held at Lakeville Heritage Center, 20110 Holyoke Ave. Call 952985-4620 for information. Monday, Dec. 18 – Yoga, 8:15 a.m.; Computer Tutoring, 9 a.m.; Interval Walking, 9:30 a.m.; Knitting Class, 9:30 a.m.; Wii Bowling, 10 a.m.; Day Old Bread, 10:15 a.m.; SS Strength & Balance, 11 a.m.; SS Cardio & Strength, noon; Texas Hold ’em and Mahjong, 1 p.m.; Driver Safety Class (four-hour), 5:30-9:30 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 19 – Dominoes & Poker, 9 a.m.; Day Old Bread, 10:15 a.m.; XaBeat Lite, 10:30 a.m.; Party Bridge, noon; Bingo, 1 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 20 – Yoga, 8:15 a.m.; Poker & Hearts, 9 a.m.; Line Dancing, 9 a.m. to noon; Day Old Bread, 10:15 a.m.; SS Strength & Balance, 11 a.m.; Pinochle, noon; Cardio & Strength, 5:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 21 – Classic Voices Chorus, 9 a.m.; Interval Walking, 9:30 a.m.; Day Old Bread, 10:15 a.m.; SS Strength & Balance, 11 a.m.; SS Cardio & Strength, noon; Euchre, Hand & Foot, noon; Quilting Group, 1 p.m.; Tai Chi, 1:30 p.m.; Zumba Gold, 3:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 22 – Yoga, 8:15 a.m.; Poker, 9 a.m.; Day Old Bread, 10:15 a.m.; 500 Cards, 11 a.m.; Duplicate Bridge, 12:30 p.m.; Social Painting, 1 p.m.

News Briefs ‘Movies in the Outfield’ “The Mighty Ducks� will be shown Saturday, Dec. 16, as part of the free “Movies in the Outfield� hosted by the cities of

Burnsville and Savage. The PG- Skate with Santa rated movie will be shown at 7 The Burnsville Recreation p.m. indoors at Savage Sports Department will offer Skate with Center, 13450 Dakota Ave., Savage; seating will begin at 6:30 p.m. Santa 6-8 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 21, For more information, visit burns- at Neill Park, 13501 Upton Ave. Activities include skating, a ville.org/recreation.

bonfire, holiday music, candy For more information, contact cane hunt, hot chocolate and pic- Burnsville Recreation at 952-895tures with Santa. All ages are wel- 4500 or visit burnsville.org/reccome. reation. The event is weather dependent. Check the weather hotline on Dec. 21 at 952-895-4505.

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DON’T FORGET YOUR GARAGE SALE KIT! Pick one up today at our Eden en Prairie of ofďŹ ce: fďŹ ďŹ ce: 10917 V Valley alley View Road, Eden Prairie, MN 55344

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2009 Chevrolet Cobalt, Best starter car ever! One-owner, lowlow mileage, excellent condition, recently detailed, incredibly reliable, fire-engine red

Office Moving & Sample Sale Pillivuyt French Porcelain and Pottery Dec. 15-16 (9am-3pm) 180 George St. Excelsior, MN 55331 French porcelain bakeware and serveware, ceramics, office furniture and supplies 50-75% off!

1050 RV’s & Campers 2009 TIOGA 25G V10, 5 sp. auto, 1 slide out, includes scooter w/carrier. 13,500 miles, $27,000 Call 763 381-1047

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3580 Household/ Furnishings China cab. w/hutch, DR table w/2 leaves & 6 uph. chairs, Kitch. tbl w/2 lvs & 4 chairs, Coffee tbl (wood/ glass). All gd cond, best offer on each. 952-474-0823

3600 Miscellaneous For Sale Let Santa bring you the Best Clean Kagen water machine. Order now!

Call 763-337-4177 MTD Snowblower, electric start, single stage. Exc condition! Just serviced/tuned up. $325/BO. 763-566-6215

3500 MERCHANDISE

1500 SPORTING

Mixed Hardwood - 2 years dried. 4’x8’x16� $130; or 2/$240. Delivered & stacked. 612-486-2674

Wanted: Record albums & 45s - RnB, soul, Rockn’Roll, jazz, psychedelic, 50s thru 90s. Call 612-247-2766

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5370 Painting & Decorating

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DAVE’S PAINTING and WALLPAPERING

Status Contracting, Inc. Kitchens & Baths, Lower Level Remodels. Decks. Wall/Ceiling Repair/Texture

Tile, Carpentry, Carpet, Painting & Flooring MDH Lead Supervisor

Dale 952-941-8896 office 612-554-2112 cell We Accept Credit Cards “Soon To Be Your Favorite Contractor!� Statuscontractinginc.com Find Us On Facebook

5000 SERVICES 5140 Carpet, Floor & Tile Above All Hardwood Floors Installation-Sanding-Finishing

“We Now Install Carpet, Tile & Vinyl.� 952-440-WOOD (9663)

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5380 Plumbing SAVE MONEY Competent Master Plumber needs work. Lic# M3869. Jason 952-891-2490

5390 RooďŹ ng, Siding & Gutters A Family Operated Business No Subcontractors Used

952-451-3792 Lic-Bond-Ins

Â? All Home Repairs! Â? Excell Remodeling, LLC Interior & Exterior Work One Call Does it All! Call Bob 612-702-8237

952-683-9779

Escobar Hardwood Floors, LLC We offer professional services for your wood floors! Installs/Repair Sand/Refinish Free Ests Ins’d Mbr: BBB

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952-292-2349

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Roy’s Sanding Service Since 1951

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3 Interior Rooms/$275 Wallpaper Removal. Drywall Repair. Cabinet Enameling and Staining. 30 yrs exp. Steve 763-545-0506

5170 Concrete/Masonry/WaterprooďŹ ng CONCRETE & MASONRY

Steps, Walks, Drives, Patios Chimney Repair. No job to Sm. Lic/Bond/Ins John

*A and K PAINTING* Book Winter Painting Now!

Stain/Texturing. Free Est. 952-474-6258 Ins/Lic

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Â?Concrete/Chimneys,Â? Foundation Repair, Drain Tile, Water Resolutions. Â?Christian Brothers Â? Construction & Concrete

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LIKE NEW CANOE 17’ Alumacraft $350.00 Call 952-926-3426

4570 Storage For Rent

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3540 Firewood 1530 Watercraft

4500 RENTALS / REAL ESTATE

Major Credit Cards Accepted

Ben’s Painting Ext/Int, Drywall Repair Paint/Stain/Ceilings.

952-432-2605

5210 Drywall

**Mike the Painter Interior/ exterior, Wallpaper, 35 yrs exp, Ins 612-964-5776

PINNACLE DRYWALL *Hang *Tape *Texture *Sand Quality Guar. Ins., 612-644-1879

5370 Painting & Decorating

DAGGETT ELECTRIC Gen. Help & Lic. Elec. Low By-The-Hour Rates 651-815-2316 Lic# EA006385

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â—† Roofing â—† Siding Gutters â—† Soffit/Fascia TOPSIDE, INC.

612-869-1177 Lic CR005276 â—† Bonded â—† Insured 37 Yrs Exp. A+ Rating BBB

5410 Snow Removal Sidewalks, Driveways, Small Lots Salt/Sand Spreading On Request. (651)380-1705

5420 Tree Care & Stump Removal $0 For Estimate Timberline

Tree & Landscape. Fall Discount - 25% Off

Tree Trimming, Tree Removal, Stump Grinding 612-644-8035 Remove Large Trees & Stumps CHEAP!!

ArborBarberTrees.com 612-703-0175 Mbr: BBB Trimming, Removal & Stump Grinding.

Silver Fox Services Insurance Claims, Tearoffs, BBB A+, Angies List A+, Certif’d GAF Installer 50 yr warranty Insured, Lic # BC170064 952-891-8586 Re-Roofing & Roof Repairs - 30+ Yrs Exp Insured - Lic#20126880 John Haley #1 Roofer, LLC. Call 952-925-6156

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5510 Full-time ADMIN ASST/ A/P CLERK FULL TIME We have an imm. opening for a FT Admin. Asst. & A/P Clerk at our business office in Edina. Must be self-motivated, well organized, possess good written, oral and customer service skills. Must be detail oriented and have good problem solving ability. Training and/or exp. in A/P pref’d. Training and / or exp. in HR helpful. This position will provide support to A/P, HR, other dept’s, and will have resp’s in the areas of office supply, equip. mgmt, record keeping and other projects as needed. M – F 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Office is on bus line. Benefits include employer sponsored insurance, tuition allow., employer flex and 401(k) savings and profit sharing plans. 3 weeks / yr vac. to start. Submit resumes with ref’s to careers@mropa.com or apply online at http://www.mropa.com/ employment-opportunities/

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SunThisweek.com Facilities Manager, Faith Covenant Church, Burnsville. Position sees to facility needs and routine maintenance, including cleaning, weekly set up/ tear down, security, and minor handyman tasks. Daytime position is 32 hours with coverage SunThur. 3-5 years experience required with ability to manage staff and volunteers. Benefits negotiable. Send resume to info@ faithcovenant.org.

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Teachers & Assistant Teachers New Horizon Academy is now accepting applications! Must be lead teacher qualified under MN Rule 3. Previous experience & 2-4 year degree in ECE or related field. 401K, health, dental and life insurance, a positive and rewarding work environment and much more! For more info contact Kim at: 612-7494128 or apply online: www. newhorizonacademy.net/ careers E.O.E

New Horizon Academy in EAGAN & LAKEVILLE are now accepting applications! Must be lead teacher qualified under MN Rule 3. Previous experience & 2-4 year degree in ECE or related field. 401K, health, dental and life insurance, a positive and rewarding work environment and much more! For more information contact Kim at: 612-749-4128 or apply online: www.new horizonacademy.net/ careers E.O.E

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than you think! Sun•Thisweek Classifieds 952-392-6888 PATIENT BILLING SPECIALIST, FULL TIME We have a full time opening for a Patient Billing Specialist at our business office in Edina. Medical billing exp. or education req’d. Must be proficient in Windows apps. Detail oriented person needed for computer input. Weekday hours, M -F; benefits include employer-sponsored health and dental ins., flexible benefit plan, 401(k) plan and profit sharing‌and more. 3 wks / yr vacation to start. Submit applications and/or resumes with ref’s to careers@mropa.com or apply online at: http:// www.mropa.com/

5520 Part-time Delivery / Warehouse PT position for organized multi-tasker with attention to detail. Pull orders, load & unload trucks, deliver to job sites. Requires valid driver’s lic. Apply in person from 8am-4pm:

Ben Franklin Electric Inc., 12401 Washburn Ave. So., Burnsville

5520 Part-time

** School VAN DRIVERS** Start & End at HOME Driving OUR VAN! PT $15-$17 per hour + 3.5 weeks of PTO after your first year. 651-203-8149, Michelle

5530 Full-time or Part-time

Now Hiring!! Lakeville, MN. Full time warehouse positions available. Excellent benefits package & competitive pay! Order Pullers Receiving Clerks Entry level - No experience needed Climate controlled warehouse - Daytime hours

5510 Full-time

Midwest Veterinary Supply is an equal opportunity employer.

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HAWKINS, from 1A on the job for 18 months. “I knew I was either going to swim or sink with those division directors. I was going to have to really rely on them.” The 1978 Burnsville High School graduate and former Army military police officer expected a more sedate retirement when he left Burnsville police after 25 years, eight as the department’s fifth chief. The Costco gig was in the store’s Majors department, where Hawkins said he knew a lot of the customers but not much about the electronics he was selling. His wife, Debra, didn’t like the odd hours of retail

work, and Hawkins left after about four months. Then an old Army buddy, a sergeant for the Airport Police, coaxed him into a part-time officer job working TSA checkpoints. It lasted about 14 months. Hawkins said his shift required him to be on the floor by 4:30 a.m. “I’m just not wired that way,” he said. His next stop was the Dakota County attorney’s office, where Hawkins worked for eight months as a victim witness specialist, working closely with crime victims and witnesses during investigations and trials. “I really enjoyed the work, but personally for me, it was a life-changer,” Hawkins said. “Because to

look at the world and look at life through the eyes of some of these folks who had been touched by horrendous crimes, and to be given the opportunity to get in there and try to help them however I could, was absolutely amazing.” At the time he applied for that job Hawkins had also applied with the state’s Peace Officer Standards and Training board, finishing second in the position he tested for. Eight months later, the job reopened. Hawkins coordinated peace officer license testing functions and oversaw the board’s transition to computer-based testing. “They were still doing paper-and-pencil testing, the bubbles,” said

Hawkins, who worked with a state contract officer to develop a request for proposals for the new system. “I brought the people skills, the ability to develop relationships and kind of work through it,” said Hawkins, who had pioneered the use of onbody officer cameras while police chief in Burnsville. “But it was really a learning process for me from the IT side of it.” While working for the POST board Hawkins got a call from Mona Dohman, whom he had met while both worked on master’s degrees at the University of St. Thomas. Dohman had been police chief in Maple Grove before being appointed the

first woman commissioner of the Department of Public Safety. A retirement had left the assistant commissioner job vacant. Hawkins didn’t see the position coming. “I had no plan whatsoever. When I retired, I didn’t know what I was going to do,” he said. “But after Costco, the airport, the county, the POST board ... I certainly never, ever expected to get that phone call from Commissioner Dohman. I knew when I got the call and when we sat down and talked about it, it was going to be a once-in-alifetime opportunity to be able to do something like that.” With the job comes new

challenges, such as working with hard-hit tribal nations on the opioid epidemic and overseeing rail safety. No job, though, has been quite like working for his hometown Police Department, said Hawkins, the son of Burnsville-Eagan-Savage School District educators. “My heart and soul was in that,” he said. “That was my family. As proud as I am to work at the state and really enjoy what I’m doing, it would never quite be at that same level.”

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terms and conditions of the Declaration of Diffley Commons Homeowner’s Association (hereinafter the “Association”) which was recorded as Document No. 1022377 on January 10, 1992 in the office of the County Recorder of Dakota County, Minnesota, and also, pursuant to Minn. Stat. §515B.3-116, covering the following property: LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY: Unit No. 87, Condominium No. 107, Diffley Commons, a Condominium, Dakota County, Minnesota. PROPERTY ADDRESS: 4123 Durham Ct., Eagan, MN 55122 PIN #: 10-20450-04-087 2. Pursuant to said Declaration, there is claimed to be due and owing as of the date of this notice as a lien against the unit owned by, John D. McKey, the amount of $3,213.00 for unpaid association dues and late fees commencing from February 1, 2017, attorney’s fees and costs, plus any other such amounts that will accrue after the date of this notice for costs of collection and foreclosure which will be added to the amount claimed due and owing at the time of the sale herein. 3. No action is now pending at law or otherwise to recover said debt or any part thereof. 4. The owner has not been released from its financial obligation to pay said amount. 5. The lien arises pursuant to the Declaration, described above, and Minn. Stat. §515B.3 116, recorded on November 3, 2017 as document number 3221260. 6. Pursuant to the power of sale contained in the same Declaration and granted by the owner in taking title to the premises subject to said Declaration and pursuant to Minn. Stat. Sec. 515B.3-116, said Lien will be foreclosed by the sale of said property by the Sheriff of Dakota County, at 1580 Highway 55, Hastings, MN 55033 on January 16, 2018, at 10:00 am at public auction to the highest bidder, to pay the amount then due for said assessments, together with the additional costs of foreclosure, including attorneys fees as allowed by law. 7. The time allowed by law for redemption by the unit owner, his personal Representatives, or assigns is six (6) months from date of sale. If the lien is not satisfied under Minn. Stat. § 580.23 or the property is not redeemed under Minn. Stat. § 580.23, the owner must vacate the property on or before 11:59 p.m., on July 16, 2018, or the next business day if July 16, 2018, falls on a Saturday, Sunday, or legal holiday. 8. THIS IS A COMMUNICATION FROM A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Dated: November 27, 2017 THE LAW OFFICE OF DAVID S. HOLMAN, LTD. /s/ David S. Holman David S. Holman, Atty. No. 193628 201 W. Travelers Trail, Suite 144 Burnsville, MN 55337 952-895-1224 dsh@dsholmanlaw.com Published in the Burnsville-Eagan Sun Thisweek December 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, 2017 January 5, 2018 760975

CITY OF BURNSVILLE, MINNESOTA ORDINANCE NO. 1443 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING TITLE 3, BUSINESS REGULATIONS, CHAPTER 28, RENTAL LICENSING, SECTION 5, EXCEPTION OF THE BURNSVILLE CITY CODE, TO MODIFY LICENSING PROVISIONS RELATED TO RESIDENTIAL FACILITIES

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: November 18, 2017 SIGNED BY: Richard Potratz Published in the Burnsville-Eagan Sun Thisweek December 8, 15, 2017 762345

business. ASSUMED NAME: Spectrum Interiors PRINCIPAL PLACE OF BUSINESS: 14250 Judicial Road Burnsville, MN 55306 NAMEHOLDER(S): Jeffrey Keith Lock 20597 Jura Trail Lakeville, MN 55044 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: November 28, 2017 SIGNED BY: Boni Stevens Published in the Burnsville-Eagan Sun Thisweek December 8, 15, 2017 760881

Contact John Gessner at john.gessner@ecm-inc.com or 952-846-2031.

LEGAL NOTICES NOTICE OF ASSESSMENT LIEN FORECLOSURE SALE Date: December 15, 2017 YOU ARE NOTIFIED THAT: 1. Default has occurred in the terms and conditions of the Declaration of Burnhill Townhomes Condominium (hereinafter the “Association”) which was recorded as Document No. 552516 on December 21, 1979 in the office of the County Recorder of Dakota County, Minnesota, and also, pursuant to Minn. Stat. §515B.3-116, covering the following property: Apartment No. 48, Building No. 10, Condominium File No. 30, Burnhill Townhomes, Dakota County, Minnesota Property Address: 637 Burnsville Parkway East, Burnsville, MN 55337 PID #: 02-57200-00-058 2. Pursuant to said Declaration, there is claimed to be due and owing to the Association from July 1, 2017 to the date of this notice the amount of $1,723.08 for unpaid association dues plus any other such amounts that will accrue after the date of this notice for costs of collection and foreclosure which will be added to the amount claimed due and owing at the time of the sale. The title holder to the property subject to the lien herein is MTGLQ Investors, L.P. 3. No action is now pending at law or otherwise to recover said debt or any part thereof. 4. The lien arises pursuant to the Declaration described above, and Minn. Stat. §515B.3-116 and is further described in a Notice of Assessment Lien in favor of the Association recorded on November 28, 2017 as Document No. 3225042 in the Dakota County Recorder’s Office. 5. Pursuant to the power of sale contained in the same Declaration and granted by the owner in taking title to the premises subject to said Declaration and pursuant to Minn. Stat. §515B.3-116, said Lien will be foreclosed by the sale of said property by the Sheriff of Dakota County, at 1580 Highway 55, Hastings, MN 55033 on January 30, 2018, at 10:00 a.m. at public auction to the highest bidder, to pay the amount then due for said assessments, together with the additional costs of foreclosure, including attorney’s fees as allowed by law. 6. The time allowed by law for redemption by the unit owner, his personal representatives, or assigns is six (6) months from date of sale. If the lien is not reinstated under Minn. Stat. §580.30 or the property is not redeemed under Minn. Stat. §580.23, the owner must vacate the property on or before 11:59 p.m., on July 30, 2018, or the next business day if July 30, 2018, falls on a Saturday, Sunday, or legal holiday. Dated: December 15, 2017 Attorney for the Association: THE LAW OFFICE OF DAVID S. HOLMAN, LTD By: /s/ David S. Holman David S. Holman, Atty. No. 193628 201 W. Travelers Trail Suite 144 Burnsville, MN 55337 952-895-1224 Published in the Burnsville-Eagan Sun Thisweek December 15, 22, 29, 2017 January 5, 12, 19, 2018 765294

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 consumers to be able to identify the true owner of a business. ASSUMED NAME: Hour Kids Walk-in Childcare PRINCIPAL PLACE OF BUSINESS: 1981 Silver Bell Road Eagan, MN 55211 NAMEHOLDER(S): Little Feet Big Steps LLC 9336 12th Avenue South Bloomington, MN 55425 Kristinah L. Dvorak 9336 12th Avenue South Bloomington, MN 55425 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: November 17, 2017 SIGNED BY: Kristinah Dvorak Published in the Burnsville-Eagan SunThisweek December 8, 15, 2017 761717

This is a summary of the November 13, 2017 School Board meeting. The full text is available for public inspection at www.district196. org, at the District Office, or by standard or electronic mail. The meeting was called to order at 6 p.m. at Dakota Ridge School, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. Present: Albright, Coulson, Isaacs, Magnuson, Roseen, Schutte and Supt. Berenz. Absent: Huusko. Motion by Roseen, seconded by Schutte and carried with a 6-0 vote to approve the agenda. Students and staff were recognized by the board and superintendent. Eagan citizen Gabriella Garry spoke to the board with concerns about the frequency of radon testing in district buildings. Motion by Coulson, seconded by Schutte and carried with a 6-0 vote to approve consent items: board meeting minutes; investments; summary of claims; gifts totaling $36,530.43; grants totaling $112,397; fuel purchase; sanitary maintenance chemicals and supplies for 2017-19; personnel separations, leaves of absence and new staff; student teacher agreements; employee agreement, and Transition Plus school calendar for 2018-19. Reports were given on enrollment projections, 2016-17 World’s Best Workforce Report Summary and the 2016-17 Achievement and Integration Progress Report. The Fiscal Year 2016-17 Audited Comprehensive Annual Financial Report and middle school and high school course revisions for 2018-19 were presented as new business. The board will act on these proposals at the December 11 regular School Board meeting. Motion by Roseen, seconded by Schutte and carried with a 6-0 vote to approve the remaining contracts for the additions and renovations to Rosemount High School totaling $2,105,237. Motion by Schutte, seconded by Albright and carried with a 6-0 vote to approve a collective bargaining agreement with the Support Staff Association. Motion by Isaacs, seconded by Albright and carried with a 6-0 vote to approve the resolution canvassing the returns of votes of the November 7, 2017 school district election. Motion by Schutte, seconded by Roseen and carried with a 6-0 vote to approve the resolution authorizing issuance of certificates of election and directing the school district clerk to perform other election-related duties. Motion by Schutte, seconded by Isaacs and carried with a 6-0 vote to approve a resolution declaring November 13-17 as District 196 Clerical and Secretarial Employee Appreciation Week. Motion by Coulson, seconded by Albright and carried with a 6-0 vote to approve a resolution declaring November 13-17 as District 196 Maintenance Support Employee Appreciation Week. Berenz reported that parents and district administrators met to discuss education of students with dyslexia in response to parent concerns presented at the October 23 board meeting. She also reported that district administrators met with Apple Valley High School students to get feedback on their experiences in high school, including successes and challenges. Administrators plan to meet with other student groups throughout the year. She congratulated Art Coulson, Mike Roseen and Craig Angrimson on winning the School Board election. She also thanked Gary Huusko for his dedicated service on the board. Motion by Roseen, seconded by Albright and carried with a 6-0 vote to adjourn at 7:30 p.m. Published in the Apple Valley Sun Thisweek, Lakeville Sun Thisweek, Burnsville-Eagan Sun Thisweek December 15, 2017 765586

PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to Minn. Stat. § 103B.227, Subd. 5, the Black Dog Watershed Management Commission is soliciting letters of interest for legal and engineering services. Letters must be received on or before January 15, 2018. Letters should be submitted to the Commission in care of: Mr. Daryl Jacobson, Black Dog WMO Administrator, Burnsville Maintenance Facility, 13713 Frontier Court, Burnsville, MN 55337. Published in the Burnsville-Eagan Sun Thisweek December 15, 2017 764643

NOTICE OF ASSESSMENT LIEN FORECLOSURE SALE Date: November 27, 2017 YOU ARE NOTIFIED THAT: 1. Default has occurred in the

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: Abundant Life with ShellyLynn PRINCIPAL PLACE OF BUSINESS: 2220 Water Lilly Lane Eagan, MN 55122 NAMEHOLDER(S): Shelly Lynn Bushnell 2220 Water Lilly Lane Eagan, MN 55122 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: November 22, 2017 SIGNED BY: Shelly L. Bushnell Published in the Burnsville-Eagan Sun Thisweek December 15, 22, 2017 764905

The City Council of the City of Burnsville, Minnesota ordains as follows: Section 1. Title 3-28-5 of the Burnsville City Code is hereby amended to add provisions shown with underlined text and delete provisions shown with lines through the text to read as follows: 3-28-5: EXCEPTION: A property owner that leases the subject property as set forth on the following list is exempt from the rental licensing requirements of this chapter but not other regulations or codes applicable to structures or properties:. (A) Retail/commercial/industrial rental activities. (Ord. 1276, 9-82012, eff. 1-2-2013) (B) Nursing homes, assisted living, and other residential facilities or portions thereof licensed or registered and inspected by the State Departments of Health or Human Services for compliance with State Building or Fire Codes or the City Property Maintenance Code. Group homes, independent living units, assisted living, board and lodging homes, and other residential facilities or portions thereof that do not have a facility license or registration issued by the State subject to this chapter, including those that provide support services for their residents or that receive program reimbursement or financial assistance. (Ord. 1415, 5-16-2017) (C) Residential property that is occupied by the owner or the owner’s qualifying relative and two (2) or less tenants where the owner and the tenants share all living space within the dwelling. (D) Rented rooms within an owner occupied dwelling unit. Up to three (3) nonrelated individuals are allowed. (E) These rental licensing requirements do not apply to residential property that has been sold on a contract for deed so long as the vendee occupies the property and the sale document used to memorialize the sale is a Minnesota uniform conveyancing blank or is recorded with the Dakota County Recorder’s Office and a copy is provided to the City upon request. (F) These rental licensing requirements do not apply to residential property that is owned by a person commonly referred to as a “snowbird” when the property is rented or occupied to another person for a period of less than one hundred twenty (120) consecutive days while the owner is residing out of the State of Minnesota. The owner must occupy the property during the remainder of the year. (Ord. 1276, 9-18-2012, eff. 1-22013) (G) Rental licensing fees and conversion fees do not apply to a dwelling owned by a member of the United States Armed Services who is on active duty and the property is rented to another person during the time of active duty. The owner must provide the City with a copy of the owner’s current military orders and must occupy the property when not on active duty as the owner’s primary residence. (Ord. 1353, 9-82015) Section 2. This ordinance shall be effective immediately upon its passage and publication according to law. PASSED AND DULY ADOPTED THIS 5th day of December, 2017 by the City Council of the City of Burnsville. Elizabeth B. Kautz, Mayor ATTEST: Macheal Collins, City Clerk Published in the Burnsville-Eagan Sun Thisweek December 15, 2017 765502

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: Embroidery Central PRINCIPAL PLACE OF BUSINESS: 14051 Burnhaven Drive Burnsville, MN 55337 NAMEHOLDER(S): Potratz Futures, Inc. 10599 104th Avenue North Maple Grove, MN 55369 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

CITY OF BURNSVILLE, MINNESOTA ORDINANCE NO. 1444 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING TITLE 10, OF THE BURNSVILLE CITY CODE, BEING THE ZONING TITLE OF THE CITY OF BURNSVILLE THE HERTZ CORPORATION CASE FILE NO. DEV2017-0034 The City Council of the City of Burnsville, Minnesota ordains as follows: Section 1. Title 10 of the Burnsville City Code is hereby amended to allow a change to building and land use for The Hertz Corporation in accordance with the Planned Unit Development Agreement on file in the city clerk’s office dated December 5, 2017, for the following described property located within the City of Burnsville, Minnesota: Lots 1, Block 1, HERTZ ADDITION, Dakota County, Minnesota Section 2. The zoning map of the City of Burnsville referred to and described in said Title 10, shall not be republished to show the aforesaid rezoning, but the Community Development Director or his/her designee shall appropriately mark the zoning map on file in the city clerk’s office for the purpose of indicating the rezoning provided for in this ordinance and all of the notations, references and other information shown thereon are hereby incorporated by reference and made a part of this ordinance. Section 3. This ordinance shall be effective immediately upon its passage and publication according to law. PASSED AND DULY ADOPTED THIS 5th day of December, 2017 by the City Council of the City of Burnsville. Elizabeth B. Kautz, Mayor ATTEST: Macheal Collins, City Clerk Published in the Burnsville-Eagan Sun Thisweek December 15, 2017 765545

CITY OF BURNSVILLE, MINNESOTA SUMMARY ORDINANCE NO. 1445 SUMMARY OF AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CITY CODES REGARDING AUTHORIZING AND REGULATING SHORT TERM HOME RENTALS AS HOME OCCUPATIONS On December 5, 2017, the City Council of the City of Burnsville adopted amendments to the city code regarding short term home rentals. This Ordinance amends City Code Title 3, Chapter 31, Short Term Home Rentals, allowing short term rental for lodging units for up to 30 day periods, limiting permits only to homesteads classified under state law. Properties rented for more than thirty days will require a rental license. Property owners are obligated to notify abutting property owners of the short term rental. All properties must have working smoke and carbon monoxide detectors and provide any transient renters with emergency egress information. The fee for a short term rental permit has been established by Ordinance No. 1442 at $50.00 per year. All permits issued under the ordinance will expire on December 30, 2018, and the ordinance will sunset upon that date unless extended by the Council. A printed copy of the complete ordinance is available for inspection by any person during regular office hours at the Office of the City Clerk at the Burnsville City Hall, 100 Civic Center Parkway, Burnsville, MN 55337. APPROVED FOR PUBLICATION by the City Council of the City of Burnsville, Minnesota this 5th day of December, 2017. BY ORDER OF THE CITY COUNCIL MACHEAL COLLINS, CITY CLERK Published in the Burnsville-Eagan Sun Thisweek December 15, 2017 765554

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

INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 917 REGULAR MEETING MINUTES DECEMBER 5, 2017 This is a summary of the Intermediate School District 917 Regular School Board Meeting on Tuesday, December 5, 2017, with full text available for public inspection on the district website at www. isd917.k12.mn.us or the District Office at 1300 145th Street East, Rosemount, MN 55068. The meeting was called to order at 5:01 PM. Board members present: Dick Bergstrom, Jill Lewis, Byron Schwab, Russ Rohloff, Wendy Felton, Melissa Sauser, Vanda Pressnall, and administrators were present. Absent: Bob Erickson and DeeDee Currier. Good news reports were presented. The following Consent Agenda items were approved: minutes, personnel, donations, bills to be paid, wire transfers and the investment report. Recommended actions approved: 917 Audit for 2016-2017. Taylor Thomas was awarded the 917 Teacher of the Fall Quarter and Amber Minick was the 917 Employee of the Fall Quarter. Closed session at 5:52 PM to discuss negotiations. Adjournment at 6:31 PM. Published in the Apple Valley Sun Thisweek, Lakeville Sun Thisweek, Burnsville-Eagan Sun Thisweek December 15, 2017 764806

INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 196 SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES NOVEMBER 20, 2017 This is a summary of the November 20, 2017 School Board meeting. The full text is available for public inspection at www.district196. org, at the District Office, or by standard or electronic mail. The meeting was called to order at 5:30 p.m. at the District Office. Present: Albright, Huusko, Isaacs, Magnuson, Roseen and Supt. Berenz. Absent: Coulson and Schutte. Motion by Huusko, seconded by Albright and carried with a 5-0 vote to approve the agenda. Motion by Huusko, seconded by Albright and carried with a 5-0 vote to approve contracts for the additions and renovations to Scott Highlands Middle School totaling $524,773 and allowing Meyer Contracting to withdraw its bid. Motion by Huusko, seconded by Albright and carried with a 5-0 vote to adjourn at 5:36 p.m. Published in the Apple Valley Sun Thisweek, Lakeville Sun Thisweek, Burnsville-Eagan Sun Thisweek December 15, 2017 765592

CITY OF BURNSVILLE, MINNESOTA SUMMARY ORDINANCE NO. 1442 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF BURNSVILLE, MINNESOTA ESTABLISHING THE CITY FEES AND CHARGES FOR 2018 By the enactment of this Ordinance, the City Council establishes fees and charges required by the City Code for the year 2018 and to comply with Minnesota Statutes, §462.353, subd. 4. A printed copy of the entire ordinance is available for inspection by any person during the City Clerk’s regular office hours. Approved for publication by the City Council of the City of Burnsville, Minnesota this 5th day of December, 2017. BY ORDER OF THE CITY COUNCIL MACHEAL COLLINS, CITY CLERK Published in the Burnsville-Eagan Sun Thisweek December 15, 2017 765561

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theater and arts briefs

O Holy Night,” “The Little Drummer Eagan Women of Note Boy” (as done by The Temptations) and open membership more. Tickets are $25 at the box office, TickJanuary is open membership month for the Eagan Women of Note. Women etmaster.com or 800-982-2787. in the south-metro area who love to sing and may be interested in joining the choir ‘A Christmas Carol are invited to visit Monday rehearsals Radio Play’ in Lakeville during the month of January. The non-audition choir rehearses Eagan Theater Company will present throughout the school year with separate “A Christmas Carol Radio Play” 7:30 fall and spring semesters that end with p.m. Friday and Saturday, Dec. 15 and concerts in December and May. Dur- 16, and 2 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 17, at the ing each semester, the choir perfects 12 Lakeville Area Arts Center, 20965 Holyto 15 pieces of music, ranging from jazz oke Ave. and popular, to folk and patriotic music, The play is set at a 1940s radio station. in preparation for outreach community Local actors, dressed in 1940s-era apperformances and a final concert. The parel, play several different roles in front choir performs at community events in of a backdrop showcasing images from Dakota County, senior centers, nursing Dickensian London. Radio sound effects homes, and veterans hospitals. recreated just as they were in the 1940s Women 18 and older are encouraged and vintage advertisements round out to visit the choir at its rehearsals 6:30- the authentic experience of being part of 8:30 p.m. Mondays, Jan. 8-29, at Falcon a radio broadcast during the Golden Age Ridge Middle School in Apple Valley. of Radio. Enrollment for the semester is $60, Tickets are $15 general admission which covers professional leadership, and $12 for senior citizens at Lakevilmusic, and overhead expenses. Those in- leAreaArtsCenter.com. Call 952-985terested in attending a rehearsal should 4640 for more information. send an email to eaganwomenofnote@ gmail.com. More information about the choir can be found at eaganwomenof- Rhythmic Circus at Ames Center note.org. Rhythmic Circus returns to Ames Center in Burnsville with its “Red and ‘That Holiday Feeling’ Green” production 7:30 p.m. Friday and in Burnsville Saturday, Dec. 15 and 16. Colleen Raye Productions presents The holiday show combines the “Sinatra and Company: That Holi- group’s signature style of rapid-fire tap day Feeling” 7 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 21, with music familiar to all. at Ames Center, 12600 Nicollet Ave., Tickets are $45.50 and $65.50 at the Burnsville. box office (12600 Nicollet Ave.), TicketThe show features Tim Patrick, Col- master.com or 800-982-2787. leen Raye, Debbie O’Keefe and the 10-piece Blue Eyes Band. “That Holiday Feeling” will showcase Entertainment at Mystic songs from the Andy Williams Collec- Lake Showroom tion (“Happy Holiday,” “It’s the Most Indie pop act Bleachers comes to the Wonderful Time of the Year”), Karen Mystic Showroom in Prior Lake for an Carpenter (“Merry Christmas, Dar- 8 p.m. performance Thursday, Jan. 18. ling”), Bing Crosby and The Andrews Tickets are $34-$49. Sisters (“Jingle Bells”), Nat King Cole The Commodores, ’70s funk and (“The Christmas Song”), Kenny Rogers R&B stars, take the Mystic stage 8 p.m. and Wynonna Judd (“Mary, Did You Friday, Feb. 16. Tickets are $30-$50. Know?”), Frank Sinatra (“Home for the Rocker Sammy Hager performs 8 p.m. Holidays”) as well as sing-a-longs, audi- Friday, March 30. Tickets are $54-$199. ence participation and rousing versions For more information, contact the of classic holiday tunes like “Joy to The box office at 952-496-6563 or visit mysWorld,” “Ring Those Christmas Bells,” ticlake.com.

Obituaries

Louise E. Mueller Louise E., Mueller, age 100, of Eagan, passed away peacefully on December 11, 2017. Louise was born August 4, 1917 in St Paul, MN to Walter and Louise Trevis. She was a 1934 graduate of Rosemount High School, and married George Mueller in 1942. Louise is preceded in death by her parents, husband, George; sons, Billy and Bruce Mueller; siblings, John (Rose), Walter (Marie), Bill (Margaret), Jean (Earl) Gephardt, Bob (Marie), Jerome, and Jim Trevis; also by her brother-in-law, LeRoy Kehrer. She is survived by her loving children, Maureen (Ed) Nordby, Robert (Laurie), Larry, and Glen (Tracy) Mueller; step daughter, Eleanor brown; 13 grandchildren, 24 great grandchildren and 1 great-great granddaughter; sister, Marge Kehrer; sisters-in-law, Ethel Gardner, Mary Ann Trevis and Katy Trevis; also by other family and friends. Mass of Christian Burial will be held 11 AM Monday December 18, 2017 at Church of St. Joseph’s, 13900 Biscayne Ave., Rosemount, with a visitation 1 hr. prior to Mass at church. Internment, church cemetery. Online Condolences at: www.whitefuneralhomes.com White Funeral Home Apple Valley 952-432-2001

Sharon Lee Norris Sharon Lee Norris (married name Boeser) born July 8, 1941. Preceded in death by parents Homer & Lora Norris and former husband Roger Boeser. Survived by her beloved Aunt Wanda Brown of CA. Children, Shelly (Bruce) Skindelien of Spring Valley, Tim Boeser of Brookton, Kelly (Dave) Metzger of Farmington. Grandchildren, Andy (Tera) Skindelien of Hastings, Liz (Mike) Marti of New Ulm, Silke (Justin) Skindelien of Spring Valley, Ben Metzger of Winona, Bailey (Andy) Folz of Farmington, Brea (Drew) Metzger of Rosemount. Great Grandchildren, Libby, Colin & August Marti, Lily Horsman. Feline companion Sophie. Special thanks to medical staff at the U of MN ICU & Bethesda 6 West. You are very highly thought of by our family!!! Gathering of all friends and family will be Monday, December 18, 2017 from 5-8pm (Stories & a Toast at 6:30pm) at White Funeral Home, 12804 Nicollet Ave S, Burnsville. White Funeral Home Burnsville 952-894-5080 www.whitefuneralhomes.com

In Memory

In Loving Memory

Glen “Bob” Polinder 5/3/36 - 12/19/14 It has been three years. God has you in His keeping, We have you in our hearts. Miss you, love you forever! Nila, Glenna, Robert, Gregg & Families

Parks and Recreation Register for the following Rosemount Parks and Recreation programs online at www. ci.rosemount.mn.us, at the parks and recreation office, or call 651-322-6000 for more information. Learn to Skate Lessons – Registration is open for winter session, Jan. 8 to Feb. 26. Lessons are held Mondays at the Rosemount Community Center Ice Arena, 13885 S. Robert Trail. Go to www.ci.rosemount. mn.us/parks to find class levels and times. Cost: $75 (includes five free open skates). Registration deadline: Jan. 4. Free open gym on noschool days. Come for a game of pick-up basketball or volleyball, dodge ball or kickball. Equipment provided. A parent or guardian is required to attend during the K-5 open gym time. No registration needed. Times: 12:30-2 p.m. elementary school open gym (K-5 with an adult); 2-3:30 p.m. middle school and high school open gym. Dates: Dec. 27-29, Jan. 15 and 19, Feb. 9 and 19, March 9, 26-30.

family calendar To submit items for the Consumer law clinic, 1-4 Family Calendar, email: p.m., Galaxie Library, 14955 darcy.odden@ecm-inc.com. Galaxie Ave., Apple Valley. Get help with consumer law Saturday, Dec. 16 matters such as debt collecEagan Market Fest, 10 tion, garnishment, credit isa.m. to 1 p.m., Eagan Com- sues, foreclosures, contracts munity Center, 1501 Cen- and conciliation court with a tral Parkway, Oasis Room. free 30-minute consultation Information: https://www. from a volunteer attorney. cityofeagan.com/marketfest. This clinic is a joint program Antique appraisal, 1-4 of Legal Assistance of Dakota p.m., Robert Trail Library, County, the Dakota County 14395 S. Robert Trail, Rose- Family Court and the Dakota mount. Free. Participant reg- County Law Library. Call 952istration required for apprais- 431-3200 for more informaal (https://www.co.dakota. tion and to schedule an apmn.us/libraries). Limit one pointment. item per person. Spectators welcome. Thursday, Dec. 21 Movies in the Outfield – Skate with Santa, 6-8 “The Mighty Ducks,” 7 p.m., p.m., Neill Park, 13501 Upton Savage Sports Center, 13450 Ave., Burnsville. Free. Dakota Ave., Savage. Free. Bring a lawn chair or blan- Friday, Dec. 22 kets. Sponsored by the cities Beginner snowshoeof Savage and Burnsville. ing, 3-4:30 p.m., Cleary Lake Regional Park, Prior Lake. Sunday, Dec. 17 Equipment provided. If no Holiday Skate with San- snow, participants will hike ta, 1:30-3 p.m., Schmitz-Ma- instead. Ages 8 and older. ki Arena, 114 W. Spruce St., Cost: $5. Reservations reFarmington. Free with a food quired at 763-559-6700. shelf donation. Information: Farmington Parks and Recre- Ongoing ation, 651-280-6960. Eagan parkrun, a free weekly timed 5K run, 9 a.m. Monday, Dec. 18 Saturdays at Thomas Lake Family law clinic, 1-4 Park, 4350 Thomas Lake p.m., Galaxie Library, 14955 Road, Eagan. Rain or shine. Galaxie Ave., Apple Valley. To get a time recorded and Receive a free 30-minute stored online, register at consultation from a volunteer www.parkrun.us/register and attorney regarding family law bring your barcode with you. matters such as divorce, child Information: www.parkrun.us/ custody, child support, visita- eagan. tion, paternity issues, spousal Emotions Anonymous, maintenance and domestic 7:30-9 p.m. Tuesdays at abuse. This clinic is a joint SouthCross Community program of Legal Assistance Church, 1800 E. County Road of Dakota County, the Dakota 42 (at Summit Oak Drive), County Family Court and the Apple Valley. EA is a 12-step Dakota County Law Library. program for those seeking Call 952-891-7135 to sched- emotional health. All are welule an appointment. come. Information: http:// www.emotionsanonymous. Tuesday, Dec. 19 o rg / o u t - o f - t h e - d a r k n e s s -

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 952-890-7623 or www.recoveryinternational.org. Al-Anon Finding Hope Beginners Group, 9:3010:30 a.m. Saturdays at Mary, Mother of the Church, 3333 Cliff Road, Burnsville. Troubled by someone’s drinking? Al-Anon can help. More information: al-anon-alateen-msp. org. Blood drives The American Red Cross will hold the following blood drives. Call 1-800-RED CROSS (1800-733-2767) or visit red crossblood.org to make an appointment or for more information. • Dec. 16, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., The Salon by InStyle/ JC Penney, Burnsville Center, 14301 Burnhaven Drive, Burnsville. • Dec. 16, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Eagan Community Center, 1501 Central Parkway, Eagan. • Dec. 18, 12-5 p.m., Best Western Premier Nicollet Inn, 14201 Nicollet Ave., Burnsville. • Dec. 19, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Culver’s, 15225 Galaxie Ave., Apple Valley. • Dec. 20, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Culver’s, 3445 O’Leary Lane, Eagan. • Dec. 21, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., Dunn Brothers, 15265 Galaxie Ave., Apple Valley. • Dec. 22, 12-6 p.m., Destiny Christian Church, 12119 16th Ave., Burnsville.

theater and arts calendar To submit items for the 4640. Arts Calendar, email: darcy.odden@ecm-inc.com. Music RHS holiday choral concerts, 2 p.m. Sunday, Dec. Comedy Dane Cook, 9:30 p.m. 17, and 7 p.m. Monday, Dec. Sunday, Dec. 31, Mystic 18, Rosemount High School. Lake, Prior Lake. Tickets: Information: 651-423-7501. “An Andy and Bing $69-$149. Information: 952496-6563 or mysticlake.com. Christmas,” with Mick SterLouie Anderson, 6:30 and ling and Ben Utecht and 9:30 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 31, featuring the Dakota Valley Ames Center, 12600 Nicol- Symphony, 4 p.m. Sunday, let Ave., Burnsville. Tickets: Dec. 17, Ames Center, 12600 $32.95-$102.95 at the box Nicollet Ave., Burnsville. Tickoffice, Ticketmaster.com or ets: $25-$40 at the box office, 800-982-2787 and Ticket800-982-2787. Greg Fitzsimmons, 7:30 master.com. EHS holiday choir conand 10 p.m. Friday, Jan. 5, and Saturday, Jan. 6, Mys- certs, 6 and 7:30 p.m. Montic Lake, Prior Lake. Tickets: day, Dec. 18, Eagan High $19. Information: 952-496- School. Information: 651683-6900. 6563 or mysticlake.com. AVHS winter choir concert, 7 p.m. Monday, Dec. Events Legacy Fighting Alli- 18, Apple Valley High School. ance 29, 5 p.m. Friday, Dec. Information: 952-431-8200. EVHS winter choral con15, Mystic Showroom, Prior Lake. Tickets start at $35. In- certs, 6 and 8 p.m. Monformation: mysticlake.com or day, Dec. 18, Eastview High School. Information: 952952-496-6563. 431-8900. FHS holiday choir conExhibits Watercolor paintings by certs, 6 and 8 p.m. Monday, Cynthia Marsh and photog- Dec. 18, Farmington High raphy by Mark Freier are on School. Information: 651display through December in 252-2501. LNHS winter choir conthe Steeple Center gallery, 14375 S. Robert Trail, Rose- certs, 6 and 7:30 p.m. Monmount. Information: 651-322- day, Dec. 18, Lakeville North High School. Information: 6000. “Art: Diverse Perspec- 952-232-3600. BHS choir concert, tives Through Local Eyes” runs through Jan. 20 at Art 7 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 19, Works Eagan, 3795 Pilot Burnsville High School. InforKnob Road, Eagan. Informa- mation: 952-707-2100. EHS Pyramid jazz band tion: artworkseagan.org. “Big and Small,” an ex- concert, 7 p.m. Tuesday, hibit by the Minnesota Con- Dec. 19, Eagan High School. temporary Quilters, is on Information: 651-683-6900. LSHS choir concert, 7 display through Jan. 5 in the gallery at the Lakeville Area p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 19, LakeArts Center, 20965 Holyoke ville South High School. InforAve. Information: 952-985- mation: 952-232-3300. FHS winter band concert, 7 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 20, Farmington High School. Information: 651-252-2501. LSHS Cabaret, 7 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 21, Lakeville South High School. Information: 952-232-3300. Buddy Guy, 8 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 30, Mystic Lake, Prior Lake. Tickets: $40-$60. Information: 952-496-6563 or mysticlake.com. Morris Day and The Time, 5 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 31, Mystic Lake, Prior Lake. Tickets: $30-$60. Information: 952-496-6563 or mysticlake.com.

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Theater “Triple Espresso” runs through Feb. 15 at Ames Center, 12600 Nicollet Ave., Burnsville. Tickets: $41-$48 at the box office, Ticketmaster.com and 800-982-2787. “Chess,” presented by The Chameleon Theatre Circle, 7:30 p.m. Dec. 1416; 2 p.m. Dec. 17, Gremlin Theatre, 550 Vandalia St., St. Paul. Tickets are $25 for adults, $22 for students and seniors at brownpapertickets. org. Group rates available. “How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying,” presented by Eastview High School, 7 p.m. Dec. 14-16. Tickets: $9 adults, $7 senior citizens, $5 students at seatyourself.biz/evhs. Information: 952-431-8900. “White Christmas,” presented by Eagan High School, 7 p.m. Dec. 14-16. Tickets: $9 adults, $7 senior citizens, $5 students at seatyourself. biz/eaganhs. Information: 651-683-6964. “A Christmas Carol Radio Play,” presented by the Eagan Theater Company, 7:30 p.m. Dec. 15-16 and 2 p.m. Dec. 17, Lakeville Area Arts Center, 20965 Holyoke Ave., Lakeville. Tickets: $15,

$12 for seniors age 60 and older. Information: LakevilleAreaArtsCenter.com or 952985-4640. “Nguyen Ngoc Ngan 25 Nam,” a Vietnamese variety show, 8 p.m. Monday, Dec. 25, Mystic Lake, Prior Lake. Tickets: $18 and $27 in advance, $23 and $32 day of show. Information: 952-4966563 or mysticlake.com. Lightwire Theater’s “A Very Electric Christmas,” 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 28, Ames Center, 12600 Nicollet Ave., Burnsville. Tickets: $30$75 at the box office, 800982-2787 and Ticketmaster. com. Workshops/classes/other Goswami Yoga classes: Barre, 5-6 p.m. Tuedays, Jan. 16-Feb. 20, $55 (six classes), Diamondhead Education Center, Burnsville; Aromatherapy Yoga, 5-6 p.m. Thursdays, Jan. 4-Feb. 8, $55 (six classes), Diamondhead; Yoga at Angry Inch, 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 17, $15. Information: www.goswamiyoga. 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.preci sionandflowpilates.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 763-8432734. 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, 612-210-3377. 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. Soy candle making classes held weekly in Eagan near 55 and Yankee Doodle. Call Jamie at 651-315-4849 for dates and times. $10 per person. Presented by Making Scents in Minnesota. Line dance lessons, 1:30-4 p.m. Mondays, Apple Valley American Legion, 14521 Granada Drive. Information: Marilyn at 651-4637833. 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, 952-255-8545 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: 651-688-0365. Dakota Speakers Toastmasters meets 6-7 p.m. Mondays at Apple Valley Ecumen Seasons Learning Center. Information: http://dakota.toast mastersclubs.org/.

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Thisweekend Triple Espresso serves up 23rd year American poet Maya Angelou said, “Everybody born comes from the Creator trailing wisps of glory.� If that’s true, then Bob Stromberg has had some gloriously creative streaks over the past year, including a wisp of fame on national television. A nationally known speaker, comedian and author, Stromberg is one of the trio of creators of Triple Espresso — a highly caffeinated comedy. The show is Minneapolis’ longest running theater production, and was conceived as a way for Stromberg to work onstage with his friends and co-creators, Michael Pearce Donley and Bill Arnold. Triple Espresso has played various venues for 23 years including a current run through Feb. 15 in the Black Box Theatre at the Ames Center in Burnsville. The show has been produced in over 50 cities, in six countries and in three languages. “Hearing my jokes in Flemish had me doubledover in laughter,� Stromberg said. Stromberg, 65, is now focusing on creativity itself. From his cozy, eclectic home office in Hugo, he produces a podcast entitled The Wide-Eyed Creative. The podcast not only features portions of his stand-up comedy but also highlights the talents of others, including local comedian Daren Streblow and Mankato-

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The main cast of Triple Espresso includes Bob Stromberg, Michael Pearce Donley and Bill Arnold. based cookie baker, Rachel Britz. “Creativity is not a gift that only special people possess,� Stromberg encourages his listeners, “it is a craft.� He teaches the craft in his online course, Mastering the Craft of Creativity. After having a brush with fame in auditions for America’s Got Talent in 2013, Stromberg was featured last summer on prime-time TV in the show, “Little Big Shots: Forever Young.� Host Steve Harvey called him the “Shadow Master,� and Stromberg taught Harvey part of the shadow puppet comedy taken directly from Triple Espresso.

When asked about his reality show experiences, Stromberg laughs and says: “AGT was a long fierce battle. Steve Harvey was a church picnic.� Triple Espresso will be performed at the Ames Center Dec. 7, to Feb. 15 — Wednesdays-Fridays at 7:30 p.m.; Saturdays at 5 p.m. and 8 p.m.; Sundays and 3 p.m. Additional performances are slated Dec. 19, 26 and 31, and Feb. 13 at 7:30 p.m.; Dec. 20, 26, Jan. 1, Feb. 13-15 at 3 p.m. There will be no performances: Dec. 24, Jan. 27 and Feb. 10. In addition to the main three players, the cast also includes Patrick Albanese, Dane Stauffer, Paul Somers,

John Bush & Christopher Hart. Triple Espresso is directed by William Partlan and produced by The Daniel Group. The Ames Center is located at 12600 Nicollet Ave., Burnsville. Tickets are $41-$48. They are available online at ticketmaster.com, by phone 800982-2787 (Ticketmaster), groups of 10-plus call 952895-4680, or in person at the John and Betty Adamich Box Office. Discounts available for groups, seniors, military personnel and youth under 12, some restrictions may apply. More information is at tripleespresso.com.

ProAct presents ‘The Greatest Gift’ Production set at a snowed-in shopping mall ProAct Playhouse productions is presenting “The Greatest Gift: A Holiday Play� at the Lakeville Area Arts Center on Dec. 21 at 7:30 p.m. It was written and will be performed almost entirely by people with disabilities, as the Eaganbased group is setting the stage for a snowed-in shopping mall on Christmas Eve. Overzealous carolers, competing mall Santas, a young man with a unique Christmas wish and other characters are forced to recognize the gifts they all possess inside and embrace the true meaning of Christmas, said Director Matt Briggs, who is also a ProAct staff member. “It’s a funny and heartwarming holiday show,� said Briggs, who has led many productions and served as a high school speech coach. About half of the cast of 20 are seasoned amateur actors, while the others are new to the group.

Most come from communities in Dakota County. Tickets are available at the door for a suggested donation of $15 and seats can be reserved at lakevilleareaartscenter.com. The theater is located at 20965 Holyoke Ave. ProAct Inc. is headquartered in Eagan and has additional operations in Red Wing, Zumbrota and in Hudson, Wis.

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ProAct Playhouse productions is presenting “The Greatest Gift: A Holiday Play� at the Lakeville Area Arts Center on Dec. 21 at 7:30 p.m.

Coffee Concert Series 2018 launch to feature Steve Heitzeg The Lakeville Area Arts Center launches its 11th season of Coffee Concerts, with composer Steve Heitzeg’s Ecomusic on Jan. 7, 2018, at the Lakeville Area Arts Center at 2 p.m. The season combines a mix of musicians, composers, and actors in four afternoon concerts from January-May. Coffee Concert founders Carrie Vecchione and Rolf Erdahl continue to organize the series and perform on the first and the final concerts. “We’re proud to present another variety-packed season of engaging, eyeopening musical experiences in 2018,� Erdahl said. “It’s been incredibly gratifying to see this series grow through the support of the community and engagement of world-class artists.� The season sponsor is Audrey Johnson Companies, with additional support from an Arts Activities Grant from the Metropolitan Regional Arts Council. “We work very hard every year to put together a season with something new and compelling for the audience,� Vecchione said. “Minnesota is an internationally recognized hotbed of composition, so we’re especially excited to start with Steve Heitzeg’s Ecomusic concert. He creates beautiful soundscapes with intriguing and unusual musical combinations. I’m especially excited to hear Charles Lazarus play the small combo version of Heitzeg’s jazzy American Nomad. I subbed with the Minnesota Orchestra oboe section for the premiere, and it’s an amazing piece.� This concert of Heitzeg’s music (including two world premieres) is performed by Minnesota Orchestra trumpeter Charles Lazarus, Zeitgeist percussionists Heather Barringer and Patti Cudd, pianist Tom Linker, soprano Anna Christofaro, OboeBass!, composer Steve Heitzeg on electric guitar, and several young people on small stones. Other 2018 concerts will feature Minnesota Orchestra violinist Peter McGuire and pianist Timothy Lovelace performing a recital of music by Brahms and his circle (Feb. 11), The Irina & Julia Elkina Piano Duo with Impossible Salt Theater in a MacPhail Spotlight program of Hungarian music and folk tales (April 29), and OboeBass! with Minnesota Orchestra French hornist Ellen Dinwiddie Smith and pianist and William Eddins in “Musical Myths, Legends, and Stories� (May 20). Tickets are available online at www. LakevilleAreaArtsCenter.com, or at the Lakeville Area Arts Center, 20965 Holyoke Ave. For additional information, call 952-985-4640. Tickets are $18/$15 (ages 60-plus/18 and under.) general admission. Ticket price includes complimentary Caribou Coffee and refreshments. This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a grant from the Metropolitan Regional Arts Council, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund.

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