Longtime community builder selected as Grand Marshal

BY MERRINA O’MALLEY PRESS INTERN

Dorothy Radermacher, 72, has been selected to be the Blue Heron Days Grand Marshal. She has been an important member of the Lino Lakes community for many years, and is a former executive director of the Quad Area Chamber of Commerce.

Since working in the service industry for several years and caring for her family tirelessly, she has learned to value community and connection with others.

“I grew up in a family that’s very much into community,” Radermacher said. “And what that means to me is volunteering and working together for the greater good.”

Although Radermacher is retired, she still works to contribute positively to the Lino Lakes community and help the state’s veterans. She participates in the chamber and spends much of her time working for nonprofits like the Centerville Lions and the Freedom Fishing Foundation amongst others.

Radermacher has helped out with Blue Heron Days for many years, coordinating the car show, vendor fair and many other festivities.

She is excited to participate as the Grand Marshal this year, and is honored to be selected for the position.