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8 | At the Lakes

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CONTRIBUTORS |

The Lift Bridge loop trail opened a year ago during the COVID-19 pandemic.

The overdue ribbon cutting ceremony will be held at the west end of the Stillwater Lift Bridge on Saturday, Aug. 14. An anniversary celebration is also planned on Saturday at Lowell Park in Stillwater. See more on page 10.

What is the best concert you’ve attended and why?

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Bruno Mars. It was the first concert with my kids and we were all amazed by the musicianship, vocals, and dancing of this multi-talented artist.

The best concert I ever attended was Ed Sheeran. He puts on a great show, and I enjoyed hearing my husband and I’s first dance song live.

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lowdown@presspubs.com Chicago/Earth Wind and Fire Tour at the Xcel Center. Chicago is my favorite band and the two bands are known for their horns. They did not disappoint!

Close second to former Eagle Don Felder, free concert at the Minnesota State Fair.

ROY HEILMAN | Contributing Writer

Clint Black, Trace Adkins, Terri Clark at the State Fair in 2019 with my wife and kids. It was our kids’ first concert ever and we relive it every time we hear one of the songs they played.

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Getting a last-minute press pass right in front of the stage at a Prince concert.

Seeing this legendary performer up close and in his prime was awe inspiring.

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Chamber getting back to business

e are thrilled to be back to hosting community events! In June, we hosted the Food Truck Extravaganza at the Washington County Fairgrounds with over Chamber 7,000 attendees for food, music, activities, Chat entertainment and more. Now, on Aug. Robin Anthony 14, as part of the Lift and Loop Celebration, the Chamber will be hosting the beer tent right by the Lift Bridge. This event is rescheduled from last year, and the state of Minnesota and Wisconsin are

working together to finally cut the ribbon to officially celebrate the reopening of the Lift Bridge to pedestrians and bikes to enjoy that very popular 4.7 mile loop between the bridges and two states. There will be music and activities all day in Lowell Park with fireworks at 9:30 p.m. to celebrate this historic event.

Next up, the Rivertown Fall Art Festival will once again to be held the first weekend in October with over 100 professional artists from across the Midwest. We will have food, live local music, and a beer and wine tent. It is a great way to spend a weekend with family and friends and enjoying our beautiful St. Croix River.

A world championship event in the St. Croix Valley? Why yes. The Greater

Stillwater Chamber of Commerce recently signed a contract to host the first annual World Snow Sculpting Championship in Lowell Park, downtown Stillwater, Jan. 18-23, 2022. While one does not really want to think about snow during a warm Minnesota summer, the Chamber sure is. This event is a huge investment for the Chamber and of course our partners at the City of Stillwater.

There are several international snow sculpting competitions around the world, but this will be the first World Championship and we are hosting it right here in the valley. Lake Geneva, Wisconsin has been hosting the Nationals for several years and now the winner of that competition will have a spot here at the World event to compete with teams

from around the world.

We are currently working with organizations, businesses, and local government on all the logistics which includes making snow right in the park starting a week before the event. We are also looking for donations, contributors, and volunteers, so check out our website at www.greaterstillwaterchamber.com for more information. As an inclusive organization we are here to serve, promote, and advocate for our business community while enriching the life of our community. It is our privilege to serve, and we are back to business!

Robin Anthony is the Executive Director of the Greater Stillwater Chamber of Commerce.

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Stillwater residents, business owners and employees and visitors

LETTER TO THE EDITOR A view from somewhere in the middle

For the last 25 years I have been acutely aware of the need to address racial discrimination. One would think I would be pleased that it is finally at the forefront, but instead I’m extremely frustrated with the direction it is going. I watch this one-sided “woke” media pushing detrimental agendas that include critical race theory, and I’m horrified, because I believe that this issue is being hijacked to cause further division among Americans. It is perpetuating the same evil that it proposes to eliminate.

The “woke” mentality is causing further social division, so why is it being used? It doesn’t solve racial discrimination, but it is a tool to further certain political visions of the future. This is a setup; it’s using a painful societal issue to cause further division and destruction so the government can convince the American people that we need a ruling class of government elites to be our god. They begin with a motto like ‘a world without discrimination.’ It is clear to me that this movement is leading American people into a trap.

Here is the problem. If the solution involves the loss of personal freedoms and elites dictating and controlling every area of life, then what history proves is that it will devolve into one of the most evil political systems in human history that will ultimately crumble and fail.

So, what is the answer? We must stand up and unite in brotherly love and help heal the pain in our communities. We must elect leaders that represent OUR vision. We can reject the critical race theory and those who seek to assign blame and shame a whole group of people based on the color of their skin AND acknowledge the pain of our fellow citizens. Let’s choose a road that doesn’t lead us to a Communist society where the government is our god. Instead, let’s reflect the love of God by choosing to love our neighbors as we love ourselves.

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ecently I was on a Webex meeting and an individual from New Mexico identified Stillwater as the “Main tourist destination of Minnesota”. In my short time here, it has become very clear to me that we have an ever-evolving community in our downtown area. What used to be solely a destination to visit small shops and antiques now includes many new residential sites and a booming restaurant and retail industry. You add the ongoing events in downtown that bring our city together year-round and we have a very busy, highly desirable place to visit. Also, is there even a better place in Minnesota, or anywhere for that matter, to host your wedding! I still treasure my wedding photos with my wife in front of the Lift Bridge.

The responsibility of the Stillwater Police Department is to provide a safe and inviting environment for all of those that work, live and play in our great community. We strive to do this in or residential areas on the hill, in the Hwy 36 corridor as well as our downtown area. We do this on a day-to-day basis, with a security focus during large events.

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Due to the increasing demand in our downtown area, this month I am excited to announce the creation of our new Downtown Precinct. I have assigned three full time officers from our agency that will focus on providing services to those in our downtown area. You might see these officers on foot, on bicycle, in an ATV, or in a squad, ready to serve.

Currently this unit is supervised by one of our sergeants assigned to the patrol division. These

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COUNTY BRIEFS

Grundhofer's Old-Fashion Meats now open in Forest Lake

County gets pandemic grant to aid homeless

Grundhofer's Old-Fashion Meats has opened its new store in Forest Lake at 4869 208th Street N. in Forest Lake.

Their specialty is bratwurst; Grundhofer’s is the original creator of the gummy bear brat. The store offers more than 139 varieties of brats, pork, beef and chicken. Grundhofer's also specializes in multiple varieties of beef sticks and beef jerky.

At the Forest Lake location, Grundhofer’s has a full-service counter of premium choice beef cuts as well as fresh pork and chicken varieties. It carries a selection of Wagyu beef and Tomahawk ribeye steaks. Hours are 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Saturday, and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday.

County will receive money to prevent fraud

Washington County has received a $25,832 grant from the Minnesota Department of Human Services.

The money will be used to provide financial support for emergency shelter and outreach to those experiencing homelessness throughout the COVID-19 pandemic.

Washington County will receive a $260,000 grant from the Minnesota Department of Human Services for a two-year fraud prevention investigation program. The county’s Community Services Department works with the Sheriff's Office to operate a fraud prevention investigation program, and the funding will cover costs related to the program.

Board approves update to transportation sales tax The county board recently held a public hearing to consider increasing the transportation sales tax to 0.5%, and to review an update to the list of projects eligible to use revenue from the tax. The board approved the increase, which will start Oct. 1.

A state law permits local governments to levy a sales and use tax, generally referred to as the local option sales tax, of up to 0.5% and a vehicle excise tax of up to $20 per vehicle. The county currently has a 0.25% sales and use tax and a $20 vehicle excise tax. Fifty-one other counties in the state have similar taxes.

The revenue raised by the tax may be used for roads or bridges, and for both capital and operating costs of transit projects. The increase is estimated to raise an additional $10 million annually.

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County adds social workers to respond to calls Commissioners approved the addition of two social workers to assist the Sheriff’s Office when responding to calls that may involve those with a mental illness or chemical health needs. The new employees will work within what is called a co-response model, which typically consists of law enforcement personnel and mental health professionals working together to respond to calls involving those specific needs. The positions will cost approximately $100,400 each. One of the positions is fully funded with money from federal and state governments and the Woodbury Police Department, and the other position will be funded by federal and state money and work with the Sheriff's Office.

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officers will work directly with the business owners, residents and visitors to ensure a safe place for us all to spend time.

I will continue an ongoing evaluation of community needs as we look to grow our presence in the downtown area as well as the rest of our great city. When you see us, please stop and say “Hi”, we would love to introduce ourselves and get to know you.

Washington County has received a $261,355 grant from the state Department of Human Services to provide housing support for the next two years. The state, through its Community Living Infrastructure grant, allocates funds to develop community living infrastructure throughout the state. The grant funds activities to provide support for people with disabilities and housing instability who want to live in the

community. Activities paid for include outreach efforts, assistance from a housing resource specialist, and funding to administer and monitor the housing support program.

The county uses this funding for the management of the program, emergency shelter planning and outreach services, which are essential to connect those experiencing homelessness to services and housing opportunities in the community.

Library receives $30K from anonymous donor Washington County Library has received a $30,000 donation from an anonymous donor. The library has received donations for more than 15 years from this donor, who wishes to remain anonymous. In the past, the library has used the donations to purchase materials, provide staff training and offer additional programs.

The library expects the funds to be used on projects to make Washington County Library more welcoming and inclusive. Projects will include translations into various languages of print and website content, and improved signage and spaces within branches.

County participates in Mapping Prejudice Project Washington County will participate in the Mapping Prejudice Project. The county has been asked by the University of Minnesota Board of Regents to participate in its Mapping Prejudice Project, a research initiative that involves identifying and mapping racial covenants in property deeds. The project will identify and document any racial covenants in property deeds filed countywide. Under this agreement, the county will allow the U of M bulk access to property record images free of charge for deeds filed between 1910 and 1968.

Development code amended Commissioners approved amendments to the Washington County Development Code to enable coordination of membership between the Planning Advisory Commission (PAC) and the Board of Adjustment and Appeals (BAA) as recommended by the Planning Advisory Commission.

In 2018, a significant amount of land use authority was assumed by townships, resulting in a reduction in the volume of work for the PAC and BAA, with less frequent meetings. That created practical challenges for the efficient functioning of the committees.

Under the merger, the county will maintain the two boards, with identical membership, with seven members each. Meetings will be conducted on the same date, one after the other.

The transition to the new configuration of the PAC and BAA will occur as individual appointments expire or resignations occur, and no current member will be asked to relinquish an appointment.

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hen news is overwhelming — as it has been this past year — more people turn to local news than almost any other source.

And for good reason: Local news is often the best place to fi nd what you need to know right now Freedom about what’s happening Forum where you live.

You’re more Karen Hansen likely to get just-thefacts journalism there than from social media, where most people expect to encounter at least some mis- or disinformation, or from more opinion-based cable shows.

Local news makes it easier to break through information overload. But it’s not always easy to get that news to you — and it’s getting harder.

One in five local TV stations

across the country had news crews attacked on the job during 2020, a local news professional group found.

More attacks occurred in bigger cities, and many occurred while covering some of the biggest stories of the last year, like protests. Chances are, though, reporters at one of your local news stations were targets.

The U.S. Press Freedom Tracker documented 438 physical attacks on journalists during 2020, and more than 60 through the fi rst half of 2021, including reporters thrown to the ground, pepper sprayed and punched in the face.

Each of these assaults on local reporters is a slap in the face to our right to know what’s going on in our communities.

They are part of a trend that should trouble all Americans who think of our country as an example of freedom to the world: The latest World Press Freedom Index issued by Reporters Without Borders ranks the United States 44th of 180 nations ranked globally.

That’s up one spot from 2020, but the U.S. has lost ground in five of the past seven years.

Nearly 90 percent of TV news department managers say they have changed procedures to step up safety for their reporters. Now journalists are asking for a reset, and some press freedom advocacy groups say more specific federal laws are needed to prevent and punish these literal assaults on the First Amendment.

Finding out what your city council is spending your tax dollars on, where to fi nd vaccines and which local businesses are hiring is still as simple as opening your local news app. As long as getting the news to us takes body armor, though, we’ve got work to do to regain recognition as a truly free country.

Karen Hansen is the content managing editor for the Freedom Forum.

VER THE LONG Fourth of July holiday, people were getting out of town with a vengeance, traveling to their cabin, their favorite camping park, or visiting with friends and families.

The long winter with COVID and the high vaccination rate in Minnesota and Wisconsin gave people a sense of freedom and they took advantage of it.

FOR A GREAT fireworks show, you take 20 minutes and fire off multiple cannons continuously. The sky lights up beautifully and the crowds ooh and aah and leave with a good feeling.

The cost of fireworks for a display like that is about $25,000. With the Fourth on a Sunday night this year About the and beautiful weather, area lakes as usual had crowds on the shore and on Town the water. Good job, volunteers.

LIVING IN YOUR 80s has an Gene Johnson advantage when it comes to enjoying great-grandchildren. Kathy and I were invited to join four great-grandchildren at Inver Woods Golf Course in Inver Grove Heights for the Minnesota PGA Junior ‘Sota Series. Olivia Foster, age 8, from Indio, California shot an 80. Mara Schneider, age 9, from Chanhassen shot a 60 and took third place in her class. Conner Schneider, age 11, from Chanhassen shot a 43. Patrick Foster, age 9, from Indio, California shot a 79. Our eldest daughter, Julie Johnson, and her husband, Craig, are the grandparents and avid golfers.

The ‘Sota Series is comprised of four unique tours based on age and skill level. Each year they offer 180 individual events allowing children to play in as few or as many events as they would like.

IT’S ENCOURAGING TO have the Centers for Disease Control come out with their guidelines for COVID early enough for the schools this fall.

It will be good to have children back in the classroom so parents can plan their work schedules accordingly.

That may provide necessary employment with so many stores, offices and restaurants having a difficult time hiring staff.

VACCINATIONS WILL HAVE to continue and some surveys indicate that people are looking for lottery tickets to encourage them to get vaccinated even more than gift card incentives.

MINNEAPOLIS CONTINUES TO be crime ridden with shootings, violence and damage to property.

It’s been recommended they get more police on duty, but it’s not easy to find qualified people and get them trained. The police shortage in Minneapolis is long overdue.

Not all police departments carry individual body cameras. Is that a good idea to be considered for small towns throughout Minnesota and Wisconsin?

I have a question as to whether it’s necessary to chase vehicles in a city without regard to speed.

Innocent people are getting killed. I thought a long time ago those kinds of chases by police were curtailed.

HEART ATTACKS AND other cardiovascular diseases are America’s number one killer. The American Heart Association provided stroke warning signs and heart attack warning signs. Review them, post them and keep them in mind.

STROKE WARNING SIGNS Face drooping. Does one side of the face droop or is it numb? Ask the person to smile.

Arm weakness. Is one arm weak or numb? Ask the person to raise both arms. Does one arm drift downward?

Speech difficulty. Is speech slurred, are they unable to speak, or are they hard to understand? Ask the person to repeat a simple sentence, like “the sky is blue.” Is the sentence repeated correctly?

Time to call 9-1-1. If the person shows any of these symptoms, even if the symptoms go away, call 9-1-1 and get them to the hospital immediately.

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Charter school prepares tomorrow’s global citizens

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Nearly 20 years ago, a small group of parents from the Forest Lake area wanted to create an elementary school that would contribute to the world community by offering bilingual graduates worthy of the International Baccalaureate (IB) credentials.

They formed a board of directors and founded Lakes International Language Academy (LILA) as a public charter school in Forest Lake.

LILA opened its doors in 2004 when it offered kindergarten to fourth grade with an enrollment of 177 students. It continued to grow throughout the years. LILA added a preschool with a languageinfused curriculum for ages 3 and 4, and when the school decided to add grades 7-12, more space was needed.

According to Executive Director Shannon Peterson, in 2015 LILA opened the upper school, which included grades 7 and 8. Grades 9-12 followed the next school year. In 2018, the school received IB accreditation for the Middle Years Programme (grades 6-10) and, later, an IB authorization for the prestigious Diploma Programme for grades 11 and 12.

On Feb. 20, 2020, LILA held a grand opening to celebrate its new space at the upper school. The SUBMITTED LILA held it’s first musical “Matilda” in the brand new Lee Auditorium at the Headwaters Campus.

COVID-19 pandemic then forced the school to close its doors for open learning and LILA began to implement the distance learning model for interests,” Bystrom noted. “We have a very robust theater its students. arts program here as well. COVID threw a monkey wrench Peterson said distance learning will not be in some of our activities this year, but we will regroup and offered at LILA for the 2021-22 school year and they'll be back.” enrollment continues to grow.

Bystrom said this was the fi rst year where LILA had its “Since we have an increase in enrollment, we fi rst group of IB Diploma Programme (DP) students in had to open up a first grade class,” Peterson said. which 11 graduates received their IB diploma for what she “We had so many kids on the waiting list for describes as collegiate level coursework. kindergarten this year, so we added an additional “We had 15 IB Diploma candidates, 11 of whom were Spanish class there, too.” Peterson said. successful in earning the full IB Diploma, and we also had Today, LILA operates two campuses — the 14 additional students, known as DP Course candidates, Main Campus, which houses lower school grades who each took anywhere from 1 to 5 DP courses. All of these 1-5, features a full-size gymnasium and stage, students engaged in the rigor of the Diploma Programme and has a library and computer lab, both paid in ways that challenged them and helped them develop for with grant monies. The Kinder Center for academically and personally, preparing them well for postkindergarten prep preschool and kindergarten secondary education,” Sarah Ray LILA DP coordinator classes is across the street. The Headwaters said.

Campus houses upper school grades 6-12 and The curriculum is comprised of the DP core and six features flexible performance and study spaces subject groups made up of the three required components as well as upgraded WiFi. to broaden students’ educational experience and challenge Full immersion begins in kindergarten them to apply their knowledge and skills. for students. They experience a classroom The three core elements are: environment for learning Spanish or Mandarin • Theory of knowledge, where students reflect on the Chinese, where teachers speak to them and nature of knowledge and on how we know what we claim Kathy Bystrom deliver lessons in either of those two languages to know.

Advancement Director all day, every day. Peterson said homework • The extended essay, which is an independent, selfis is often provided in English and the target directed piece of research that is completed with a language because few parents speak Spanish 4,000-word paper. or Chinese.

• Creativity, activity and service, where students When LILA students reach middle school, they have more complete a project related to those three concepts. than 7,000 hours of second language instruction, conversation, The six subject groups are studies in language and literature, reading and writing. language acquisition, individuals and societies, sciences, Peterson said new students at LILA are not required to know mathematics and the arts. a second language to enroll. However, all LILA students must “There's just really cool stuff happening here with them that study a second language every year. is very unique, compared to a traditional district with that LILA offers a variety of activities and sports for students at IB curriculum,” Bystrom said. “These students worked very both campuses. hard and are open-minded risk-takers, which are two of the 10 Upper school sports include swimming, dance, basketball, attributes — and we're really proud of them.” soccer, cross-country, baseball, softball, golf, track and field, clay Bystrom also said IB graduates are highly sought after by targets and archery. universities, the military and the work force.

“We were state champs in archery this year and went to “We knew we had a really bright group here, and when I Nationals,” said Kathy Bystrom, advancement director. think about this during a pandemic year, it makes it a bigger “We also have a family ski club that starts in kindergarten,” deal,” she said. “They've got aspirations of going to some major Peterson added. college somewhere, and if you graduate with an IB diploma, it's Activities and clubs are popular among the students, recognized all over the world as being one of the best.” including summer camps, musical productions and Destination For more information on Lakes International Academy, go to Imagination. mylila.org.

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‘We have a very robust theater arts program here as well.

COVID threw a monkey wrench in some of our activities this year, but we will regroup and they’ll be back.’

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LILA International Baccalaureate curriculum’s 10 learner attributes: Inquirers: Students develop their natural curiosity with research skills and independent learning. They’re engaged in the learning process.

Knowledgeable: Students explore concepts, ideas and issues that have local and global significance, developing their understanding across a broad and balanced range of disciplines.

Thinkers: Students think critically and creatively to recognize and approach complex problems and make reasoned, ethical decisions.

They’re willing contributors to discussions, seeking to discover “why.”

Communicators: Students express themselves confidently and creatively in more than one language and through various communication channels.

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Risk-takers: Students approach unfamiliar situations or academic subjects with confidence and resilience, bravely exploring and experiencing challenges and opportunities.

Balanced: Students give thoughtful consideration to their own learning and experience. They are able to assess and understand their strengths and limitations.

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The Dance Unit will double its space this fall

BY SHANNON GRANHOLM LEAD EDITOR

The owners of The Dance Unit in Hugo have plans to nearly double their space this fall so they can expand their class offerings.

Joint ownership of a dance studio has always been in the plans for Lauren and Kyle Gross. They both grew up in dance and met each other in college while performing for a dance company in Minneapolis. The two eventually started teaching together at a dance studio, then began dating. They will celebrate their third wedding anniversary in August.

“Both of us were really SHANNON GRANHOLM | PRESS PUBLICATIONS invested in the culture of our Lauren Gross observes a ballet class.

The Dance Unit teaches stustudents and how important that was growing up. Being a dents ages 2-18. Students can participate in recreational classes or on part of a studio really shaped competitive teams. Recreational class offerings continue to expand. us,” Lauren said. Kyle added, “I think both of us have really the same time, they were also ownership, but the studio entrepreneurial spirits. When moving into their home in closed its doors in September Lauren was in a teacher role, Stillwater.

2020. With permission of the she naturally just wanted to “I can't believe we got it owner, Lauren reached out take on more.” done. We had so much help to Lake Area Dance Center’s This year will mark Lauren’s client base to see if they from parents that just wanted ninth season of teaching to make it happen for their would want to stick around if and Kyle’s 10th season. Both kid,” Lauren said. “Many Lauren was able to find a new attended the University of dancers from Lake Area space to start her own studio.

Minnesota; Lauren majored Dance Center had already Forty-five students said they in dance studies and holistic auditioned for other places would like to continue, and so health, while Kyle majored in and decided to stick with the plan sprung into motion marketing and supply chain The Dance Unit so they could despite the ongoing COVID-19 operations management. stay with their friends and pandemic.

Lauren committed to dance family. Everyone pulled The space on Mercantile teaching full-time right after together to make it happen.”

Drive North in Hugo in the graduation, whereas Kyle held The two were excited to Victor Gardens Neighborhood a full-time job at Target while work side by side again. The seemed like a perfect fit. The teaching. studio was open for a month space was formerly occupied The two have always and a half before they had to

by Lorenz Dance & Tumbling been used to teaching side shift everything online due Studio, which now is situated by side, but Lauren left the to the tightening of COVID-19 in Lino Lakes. On Oct. 1, 2020, dance studio where they restrictions. Choreography, The couple got the keys to the taught for an opportunity at practice and costume space and had 10 days to move Lake Area Dance Center in alterations all had to be done out of the Lakes Area Dance White Bear Lake. Her hope via Zoom. In January, they Center Space and build out was to eventually take over were able to resume in-person the new studio in Hugo. At

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The dance unit is gearing up for 2nd season.

classes. “Everything about the year was absolutely insane,” Lauren recalled.

The Dance Unit teaches students ages 2-18. Students can participate in recreational classes or on competitive teams. Recreational class offerings continue to expand.

The fi rst season, there were only two classes; this summer, there are six; and this fall there will be eight. For additional classes, The Dance Unit will lease more space a few doors down (Suite 105).

The business currently has five instructors.

Kyle said they feel very strongly about creating a community/family at the studio. “It’s training the whole individual, not just about teaching the steps. It’s the community that we make with each of our teams, it’s not just

about the moves,” he said.

Lauren added, “We have so much experience under our belts, it was our turn to give back to the dance community.”

Lauren also stays busy with her second business as a seamstress. In August 2019, she started LTG Costumes.

In addition to sewing the costumes for The Dance Unit, she also makes costumes for several other dance studios they compete against. For more information about The Dance Unit, visit thedanceunit. com.

Lead Editor Shannon Granholm can be reached at 651-407-1227 or citizennews@ presspubs.com.

Forest Lake High School WIC celebrates world breastfeeding week Class of 1976 hosts reunion much like surviving a global pandemic, breastfeeding must be considered a public health issues that requires investment at all levels. Now more than ever, it is necessary to create a chain of support for breastfeeding that includes health systems, workplaces, and communities at all levels of society.

This chain of support will help build a supportive, enabling environment for breastfeeding to continue, thus protecting mothers and infants.

Given all that 2021 brought, the Washington County WIC team is proud to be able to serve participants and continue to provide breastfeeding support. WIC has seen an increase in participation and retention rates since the start of the pandemic. By providing remote services, WIC is able to connect with families sooner, at more convenient times, and without causing the stress of finding transportation.

“The pandemic has stressed the many ways that health is interconnected,” said Samantha O’Dell, WIC breastfeeding coordinator. “Let’s not forget to promote breastfeeding.

Breastfeeding is one pathway to health, right at the start of life, with far reaching benefits for families, communities, and the planet.”

For more information, contact Washington County WIC at 651-430-6658.

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Forty-five years ago, during the year of the USA Bicentennial Celebration, Forest Lake High School graduates sported red, white and blue as they completed the walk to receive their diploma. The Forest Lake High School Class of 1976 will gather for a Class Reunion on Saturday, Aug. 14 from 7-10 p.m. at Vannelli’s By The Lake, 55 Lake S. South in Forest Lake.

Classmates can connect early with

fellow Rangers during a variety of optional afternoon events, then gather for a casual social at Vannelli’s By the Lake and enjoy cash bar, appetizers and pizza in the lower level event area.

Cost is $15 per person. For more information, contact forestlake76reunion@ gmail.com. For complete information and updates, see the Facebook page Forest Lake HS Class of 1976: https:// www.facebook.com/FLHS1976.

Waiting Child Bridget,16, is an active, likable teen who can be very outgoing once she feels comfortable around you. She enjoys both playing and watching basketball especially the Golden State Warriors.

She also likes watching football and is a fan of the Chicago Bears.

Bridget’s favorite genre of music is rap. She is a huge fan of the rapper, Lil Baby. Bridget has an artistic side as well. She not only listens to rap, but she also writes her own rap lyrics. Some of Bridget’s favorite foods are Orange Chicken from Panda Express and crab legs. Bridget loves animals and would like to have a dog. Bridget would prefer to live in the city versus a rural area.

Bridget would do best with a two-parent family with no other children or only older children in the home. She would thrive in a small family setting that is structured and consistent.

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The Washington County WIC (Women, Infants and Children) Program is celebrating Minnesota Breastfeeding Awareness Month throughout August. The theme for World Breastfeeding Week, Aug. 1-7, is “Protect Breastfeeding: A Shared Responsibility.” With the world still in the midst of a global pandemic, it is a good time to recognize and remind how breastfeeding contributes to the survival, health, and well-being of all.

The beginning of 2021 brought a vaccine to protect and decrease the spread of COVID-19 which is safe for the adult population. While leading scientists continue to race to develop a vaccine safe for young children, humans have their own, natural way of protecting the youngest generation.

Moms, through breast milk, pass on helpful antibodies that fight germs and viruses, such as COVID-19.

As the pandemic continues, research continues to show that the benefits of breastfeeding simply outweigh the potential risk when it comes to spreading the virus to the baby. In addition, researchers have not found the infectious virus in breastmilk. Even when a mother has COVID-19, she is advised to still breastfeed while doing hand hygiene and wearing a mask when with baby.

The global pandemic has taught communities to come together to take care of one another. Although support at the individual level is very important,

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Northeast Metro area friendly to the angler on foot

BY ROY HEILMAN CONTRIBUTING WRITER

In the Land of 10,000 Lakes, it may be tempting to think that a boat is requisite equipment for the successful angler. Those who are willing to hoof it in the northeast metro, however, have no shortage of opportunities to catch fish from piers and shorelines.

Most Ramsey County parks have fishing piers, as do many in Washington County. They often occur in the high-traffic areas, such as near the picnic area in Tony Schmidt Regional Park and near the boat launch in Bald Eagle-Otter Lakes Regional Park. Piers are usually long and/or spacious out at the end, allowing for many anglers to fish at once. Commonly caught fish include bluegills, crappies, bullheads, catfish and bass.

But county parks departments aren’t the only entities trying to encourage people to fish locally. Tim Ohmann, fisheries specialist with the Minnesota DNR’s Fishing in the Neighborhood (FiN) program, makes it his job to help people fish as close as possible to where they live.

He describes FiN as “an urban fishing program,” designed to bring fishing opportunities near residential areas and increase access and participation. Providing piers is a big part of that, along with some fish stocking. These efforts concentrate

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Shore anglers cast for crappies at an area lake.

heavily on small bodies of water like the 8-acre Handlos Pond in White Bear Lake and 10-acre Lost Lake in Mahtomedi.

Ohmann indicates that when it comes to fishing piers, there probably isn’t room for many more. “Most lakes where there could be a pier, we’ve gone one.” Still, he is always looking.

“I was just out at Linwood Lake today,

and I thought, ‘this lake could use a pier.’”

The DNR also cooperates with cities and civic organizations to establish, maintain and replace fishing piers.

One example is the White Bear Lake fishing pier, a joint project between the city and the DNR. Such ventures make more piers possible, explains Ohmann, because the DNR does not have the resources to establish and maintain the total infrastructure involved, which includes accessible trails.

But a pier isn’t the only way to access fishable waters. Many anglers already know that shore fishing can get them close to the action, and even make it possible to access fish that others can’t.

One outstanding place is on the trail that winds between Vadnais and East Vadnais lakes in VadnaisSnail Lakes Regional Park. There are no piers on either lake, and surface use is prohibited (no watercraft). A virtually untouched fish population awaits those on foot or bicycle.

One lightly used shore fishing spot sits within a stone’s throw of Interstate 694 at Island Lake County Park. Hundreds of feet of shoreline offer easily accessed places to cast for bass, panfish, northern pike and catfish.

For aspiring anglers lacking equipment as well as fishing spots, some area parks can help fi ll the void.

FiN has partnered with Washington County Parks to provide “borrow poles” and tackle for visitors to check out in Big Marine Park Reserve and Square Lake Regional Park.

A similar arrangement can be made at William O’Brien State Park.

Visitors can obtain equipment to take to the pier on Alice Lake or the banks of the St. Croix River. Alice has received stocked bluegills in the past to maintain the population. It is also occasionally inundated by the St. Croix, which introduces species not typically encountered in other lakes, such as sucker species, redhorse and shad.

To learn more from the FiN program or use interactive maps to locate dozens of pier and shore fishing opportunities, visit the FiN page at dnr.state.mn.us/fishing/fin/ index.html.

Roy Heilman is a contributing writer for Press Publications. He can be reached at news@prespubs.com or 651-407-1200.

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John Savageau, 75, went to heaven 5/6/21.

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crawl over the truck’s cab and get a good look at them. The stuff they play with at home are small, and here they get to play with the big trucks,” Parson said.

Parson said there a variety of food vendors and food trucks lined up for the event so people won’t go home hungry.

A Life Link helicopter is scheduled to land that day, but Parson said it depends on how busy they are or if they get an emergency call. “If they do land, the crew will come out and people can

come and talk to them and they can look at the helicopter,” he said.

The event will end with a fireworks show at Goodview Park. Parson said people should bring lawn chairs or blankets.

“It’s a weather-dependent event for us, and we always pray for good weather,” Hyrkas said.

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Like a lot of events this summer, Stagecoach Days in Wyoming is coming back Saturday, Sept. 18, with a one-day celebration instead of the traditional two-day event at the intersection of East Viking and Felton Avenue in Wyoming.

Event coordinators this year are Wyoming fi refighters Travis Parson and Kenny Hyrkas.

“The event is a fundraiser for the Wyoming fi refighter retirement fund, and 80% of the money raised goes to that and the other 20% we split up into a flower fund,” Hurkas said. The flower fund is an after-the-fi re fund set up for a family if they lose their home in a Wyoming fi re, he noted. “They get a hotel room, which is paid for three nights, and Walmart and Target gift cards. We also donate to the local nonprofits if they come looking for a donation,” he said.

The event, which kicks off at 10 a.m. with the annual parade, is put on by the city of Wyoming and the Wyoming Fire Department. “We will have games, music, food vendors, crafts and much more,” Parson said.

Something new this year is Coach purse bingo, hosted by the Forest Lake Area Athletic Association (FLAAA) where prizes will be awarded including a Coach purse. (I am waiting for clarifcation on how many purses) The Wyoming Lions Club will also host traditional bingo at 3 p.m.

Musician Marty Sonnek will perform his oneman band show from 4 to 7 p.m. “He’s a local guy and plays a bunch of instruments. He’s really good at what he does, and is very talented,” Hyrkas said.

The Minnesota band Sweet Siren that tours the Greater Minnesota area will perform from 8 p.m. to midnight. “They have quite a variety of songs that they play, and they have great reviews,” Parson said.

The beer garden will open at noon and the bean bag (cornhole) tournament will begin at noon in the beer garden.

Hyrkas said players must be 18 or older to play, and it costs $40 per team (two people on each team).

People can sign up online or at Cornerstone Pub and Prime in Wyoming. Prizes are Cornerstone gift cards; there is room for 32 teams.

There will be a bounce house for the kids. Parents can buy an all-day individual wrist band online for $15 or pay $20 at the door.

The Wyoming Police Department will have an impaired driving course set up for licensed drivers.

“They have them wear goggles to see what it’s like to drive while you’re impaired,” Parson said.

Rosenbauer, a fi re truck manufacturing company, will have fancy fi re trucks at the event and the Wyoming Public Works Department will have a front-end loader and plow truck at the “touch-atruck” area. “The kids love it because they can

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Grand opening celebration finally happening for lift bridge loop trail STILLWATER — Even though the Lift Bridge loop trail has been open for a year, its grand opening has been delayed due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The community will finally celebrate the newly constructed loop trail system that connects the historic Lift Bridge with the St. Croix River Crossing Bridge, beginning with a long-overdue ribbon-cutting at the west end of the Stillwater Lift Bridge at 10 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 14.

According to the Greater Stillwater Chamber of Commerce, dignitaries from both the state of Minnesota and Wisconsin will be at the ribboncutting to celebrate the reopening of the Lift Bridge and shared loop trail between two states, two historic bridges and the beautiful St. Croix River. The official ribbon-cutting ceremony is hosted by the Minnesota Department of Transportation.

The celebration will continue throughout the day and festivities include a bike rodeo, trail walk, a street dance from 6 to 9:30 p.m. and fi reworks at Lowell Park in Stillwater.

Bridge the Valley Bike Rally The grand opening celebration continues Sunday, Aug. 15, with the inaugural Bridge the Valley Bike Rally, sponsored by the Stillwater Sunrise Rotary Club. It will begin and end on Chestnut Plaza in downtown Stillwater with six different routes that weave through the St. Croix Valley countryside.

There will be fun for everyone, whether it be a short family ride, challenging longer rides or a secluded gravel ride. The six different routes range from 5 to 80 miles in length to suit all ages and skill levels. After the ride, participants can meet up with family and friends to enjoy an amazing variety of savory cuisine and exclusive discounts with the club’s Stillwater business partners.

Top off the day with live entertainment along the St. Croix River. For more information, go to stillwatersunriserotary.org/page/bridge-thevalley-bike-rally.

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The Lift Bridge loop trail attracts bikers and walkers of all ages.

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The Lift Bridge loop trail over the St. Croix River connects Minnesota and Wisconsin.

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3 - 5:30 p.m. – The band Broken Spoke featuring rabble-rousing folk music.

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Music in the trees: performing from tree stands

AFTON — The return of Music in the Trees, a two-day outdoor event showcasing a diverse group of instrumentalists and vocalists, on Saturday, Aug. 14 and Sunday Aug. 15 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. in and among the trees near the Belwin Education Center at 1553 Stagecoach Trail S. in Afton.

Music in the Trees was fi rst held in 2019 and this year’s event features live performances from an eclectic group of artists that includes Gospel and Hip Hop vocalists, found-object percussionists, a Zither player, jazz musicians, and more. Each day will feature a different roster. With such a wide range of performers, audiences are sure to encounter sounds both familiar and novel.

On Sunday, August 15 at 2 p.m., the Center for Hmong Arts and Talent (CHAT) will present a fully accessible performance, including ASL and Hmong-English interpretation.

Performers will include Hillary Lor, a Hmong flutist, and Celestials, a Hmong dance team.

The cost to attend each day is $10/ car. Attendees are invited to carpool and to bring a chair, food, and non-alcoholic beverages; no refreshments will be sold onsite. The Education Center building will be open for restroom use and water bottle refi lls.

Face masks are required inside the building.

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Chamber celebrates 130th anniversary

The Greater Stillwater Chamber of Commerce celebrated their 130th anniversary with chamber members, local business owners, nonprofits, school administrators, community leaders and elected officials. The event took place outside at 333 Main Street N. in Stillwater at their new office in the Desch Building. The chamber is an inclusive organization that serves, advocates, and promotes the interest of business while enriching the life of the community. Members work together to improve business wealth, enrich our community, and enhance the quality of life for all residents.

The chamber serves the communities from Afton to Marine on St. Croix, Bayport, Lake Elmo, Oak Park Heights, and our historic town of Stillwater Minnesota.

What started in 1881 as a ‘call for action’ to save the Stillwater Manufacturing Company has grown to over 500 members strong. The collaboration that the Chamber provides amongst city planning, local government, business and nonprofit communities, and school assistance is invaluable. Most recently in 2019, the Chamber started Leadership in the Valley (LITV), a program that increases one’s knowledge about

current issues, trends, and opportunities the Valley faces as well as paves the way for future leaders and increases exposure for current community leaders. It is a 9-month program for those that wish to expand their involvement in community affairs and explore new leadership opportunities.

The chamber is one of the oldest chambers in Minnesota and is funded by business membership investment and community events. “Serving our business community is a privilege, not an obligation,” said Robin Anthony, the executive director.

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The Greater Stillwater Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Robin Anthony cut the ribbon at the new chamber location, 333 Main Street N. in Stillwater with staff, Board of Directors, ambassadors and community representatives.

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When: 3 to 6 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 1.

Where: Rustic Roots Winery, 20168 St. Croix Trail N. in Scandia.

Details: Singer and guitarist performs popular standards, classic pop, rock, soul, folk and blues.

ARTS IN THE PARK

When: 5 to 9 p.m. Tuesdays in August.

Where: Lakeside Memorial Park located at 95 E. Broadway Ave. in Forest Lake.

Details: Farmer’s market, food trucks live music and more. Family-friendly live music take the stage from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. The rest of the summer lineup includes: Big Mike & The SS Express on Aug. 3; Rhino on Aug. 10; Chris Kroeze from NBC’s “The Voice” on Aug. 17; Shoop! on Aug. 24; and Rockin’ Hollywoods on Aug. 31.

CRUISIN’ ON THE CROIX

When: 4 to 9 p.m. Wednesdays Aug. 4, 18, Sept. 1, 15.

Where: Lowell Park 201 Water Street N. in downtown Stillwater.

Details: Cruisin’on the Croix invites owners and car lovers to exhibit and view vintage, classic, street and hot rod automobiles in a beautiful river town setting of Stillwater.

We have dashboard plaques for the fi rst 100 cars and a crew to welcome owners into the show. There is no registration and no early parking.

GUIDED BIRD HIKE

When: 9 to 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 14.

Where: Pine Point Regional Park, 11900 Norell Ave. in Stillwater.

Details: Learn to identify birds that call the St. Croix Valley home and contribute to citizen science data by completing bird count surveys.

Trail conditions vary. Free with parks permit.

Contact: co.washington.mn.us/ parks.

MAHTOMEDI FARMERS MARKET

When: 8 a.m. to noon Saturdays, through Oct. 2.

Where: Veteran’s Memorial Park, Mahtomedi Avenue and Stillwater Road.

Details: Vegetables, flowers, and other goods from local vendors.

Community Resource table.

Contact: mahtomedifarmersmarket@gmail. com.

OUTDOOR EVENING YOGA

When: 6 to 7 p.m. Thursdays through Sept. 30.

Where: Lake Elmo Park Reserve, north picnic pavilion, County Roads 10 and 19.

Details: Guided yoga for all levels.

$8/person; reservations required.

Contact: 651-430-8370 or co.washington.mn.us, search “outdoor yoga.”

VALLEY CONCERT WINDS: “AT THE FAIR” When: 4 to 5 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 7.

Where: Washington County Fairgrounds, 12300 40th St. N. in Stillwater.

Details: Family-friendly outdoor concert by the local community band, performing a wind ensemble repertoire that appeals to all ages and musical backgrounds.

Concert is free with admission to the fair.

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When and where: 2 to 4 p.m. Wednesdays in Forest Lake, Aug. 4 at Beltz Park; and Aug. 18 at Lakeside Memorial Park.

Details: Outdoor library events meet residents in their local spaces and include books, activities, take and make projects, and more. Weather permitting; check website for updates.

Contact: washcolib.org/ events.

Forest Lake Airport Open House and Fly-in When: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, August 21.

Where: Forest Lake Airport.

Details: The Forest Lake EAA Chapter 1638 is holding an open house and fly-in with breakfast items from the Forest Lake Lions Club.

The cost is $6 per person, and children five years-old and under are free.

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When: 8 a.m. to noon Saturdays through Oct. 2.

Where: Veteran’s Memorial Park, Mahtomedi Avenue and Stillwater Road.

Details: Vegetables, flowers, and other goods from local vendors.

Community Resource table.

Contact: mahtomedifarmersmarket@gmail. com.

LIBRARY IN THE PARK

When and where: 2 to 4 p.m.

Wednesdays in Hugo, Aug. 11 at Arcand Park; and Aug. 25 at Val Jean Park.

Details: Outdoor library events meet residents in their local spaces and include books, activities, take and make projects, and more. Weather permitting; check website for updates.

Contact: washcolib.org/events

TOR & TILDA FAMILY TOURS explore the gammelgården with your family as tora & tilda, our beloved

is required.

Contact: co.washington.mn.us/ parks.

tomte and cat, have created fun tours of the museum’s historic buildings buildings for all to enjoy. Experience the daily life of early immigrant families in Minnesota through a Swedish lens.

Dates: Aug.13,14, Sept.10, 11.

Time: 10 a.m. to noon.

Cost: $25 per family (limit 6), children must be accompanied by an adult.

Reservations Required: (651) 4335053.

Recommended Ages: 7 years and older.

SUP YOGA

When: 9-10:15 a.m. Saturdays, through Aug. 14.

Where: Square Lake County Park, 15450 Square Lake Trail N. in Stillwater.

Details: Enjoy yoga on a paddleboard.

All abilities welcome. $40/class includes instruction and equipment.

Ages 14 and older. Registration is required.

Contact: co.washington.mn.us/parks.

STAND UP PADDLEBOARDING SUNSET CLASSES When: 7-8:15 p.m.

Tuesdays, through Aug. 31.

Where: Square Lake County Park, 15450 Square Lake Trail N., Stillwater Details: 75-minute guided paddle boarding class; $40/class includes instruction and equipment. Ages 14 and older. Registration

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Free Fallin The Tom Petty Experience Thursday, Aug 26 @ 7PM | VIP $33, Gen Admission $28

Scottie Miller The Carnival Cocoon Friday, Aug 27 @ 6PM | VIP $22, Gen Admission $17

The Dee Miller Band

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Saturday, Aug 28 @ 6PM | VIP $22, Gen Admission $17

August 13-15 & 20-22 SENSORY-FRIENDLY PREVIEW | August 12

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COMMUNITY BRIEFS Guided bird hikes in Washington County Parks

Information on being licensed child care provider

A rotating schedule of bird hikes throughout Washington County Parks will continue with a hike 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 14 at Pine Point Regional Park. Hikers should park in the main parking lot and meet at the trailhead kiosk.

Registration is required, as group size is limited, and may be found on the Washington County Parks web page at co.wasingtoncounty.mn.us/parks.

Hikes will continue this year: • Sept. 11 at Cottage Grove Ravine Regional Park.

• Oct. 9 at Big Marine Park Reserve.

• Nov. 13 at Pine Point Regional Park.

• Dec. 11 at Lake Elmo Park Reserve.

Learn to identify the birds that call the St. Croix Valley home and contribute to citizen science data collection by completing bird count surveys with the guide. The surveys collected will assist the county’s natural resources team and related work in conjunction with the Lessard-Sams Outdoor Heritage Fund grant. The hikes will traverse turf, gravel, and paved trail depending on trail conditions.

Participants should bring binoculars and dress for hiking and the weather. This program is free with a parks vehicle permit ($7/ daily or $30/annually), and is open to people of all ages and abilities.

ADA accommodations can be made as needed. All minors must be accompanied by an adult.

For questions, call 651-430-8370 or email at parks@co.washington. mn.us.

For more Washington County Parks programs and events go to co.washington.mn.us/parks.

Washington County residents interested in becoming a licensed family child care provider in the county may take the fi rst step and view a Webex meeting 1 to 3 p.m.

Wednesday, Aug. 11. Registration is required by Aug. 4. To register go to the Washington County website at www.co.washington.mn.us and search“child care licensing,” or call 651-430-8307, or email ComSvsCCLicensing@co.washington. mn.us. Also, call if attending an electronic meeting will be difficult for you. Basic information regarding the family child care program and requirements for licensing will be discussed. Attendance is required at one of these meetings before a license can be issued. There is no fee for the informational meetings.

Health insurance counseling The Metropolitan Area Agency on Aging is offering 60-minute one-onone health insurance counseling to people who receive Medicare benefits or are eligible for them on Monday, Aug. 9. Gain a better understanding of what services are covered and insurance options available to supplement Medicare coverage. Receive help understanding your choices and evaluate your specific options. Sessions are held by trained and state-certified Senior LinkAge Line specialists. 60-minute appointments are required. Call Senior LinkAge Line at 1-800-333-2433 to schedule. Appointments are held at Community Thread 2300 Orleans Street West in Stillwater from 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Vision loss support group Vision Loss Resources helps those with low vision live independently.

This support group offers support, education and socialization. Stop in on Tuesday, Aug. 24 at 1:30 p.m. and meet the group. Pre-registration is required by calling 651-439-7434.

Community Thread is located at 2300 Orleans Street West in Stillwater.

Photo contest open for Washington County park’s annual vehicle permit Members of the general public who have been snapping photos in Washington County Parks now have the opportunity to submit those photos with the possibility of one being used on the county’s annual 2022/2023 parks pass. This year, Washington County will be highlighting St. Croix Bluffs Regional Park as it celebrates its 25th anniversary as a county regional park. If you have photos that you would like to submit of St. Croix Bluffs Regional Park, submit them to ParksPhotos@co.washington.mn.us.

The deadline is Oct. 4. Each person may send in no more than three photos; no photos submission via Google Docs will be accepted.

Yellow Ribbon Network selected as benefactor for golf classic The Hugo Beyond the Yellow Ribbon Network has been selected as the 2021 benefactor for the Veterans Honor annual Golf Classic Saturday, Aug. 7 at White Eagle Golf Course in Hudson, Wisconsin. Registration and a Bloody Mary bar will kick off the event at 10:30 a.m. and box lunches will be served at 11 a.m. At noon, the welcome and invocation will begin, followed by a shotgun start at 12:30 p.m. An awards ceremony will be held at 5 p.m.

The event is hosted by the Hall Family Foundation, a private family foundation that serves the

St. Croix Valley and surrounding areas. The nonprofit organization supports other nonprofit community organizations, especially for active military service members and veterans. For more information about the event or the foundation, visit thehallfamilyfoundation.org.

Calling all Minnesota girls seeking support to fund their dreams The Ann Bancroft Foundation (ABF) is opening their fall grant cycle Aug. 1 to Oct. 1. Grants from The Ann Bancroft Foundation are open to all Minnesota girls in grades K-12 and designed to give girls the strength to achieve their full potential while building confidence and self-esteem along the way. The goal is to create a community where girls embrace their confidence and show the world what they are made of. Starting Aug. 1, interested applicants can apply at: www.annbancroftfoundation.org.

Each grant is an investment of up to $500 per girl. ABF grants have funded a wide range of activities and experiences including sports camps, music lessons, horseback riding, dancing, travel, writing classes and so much more. In addition to the grant, a girl will have access to resources in which she can learn more about herself.

Each applicant is guided through the application process by an adult mentor of her choosing. This can be a teacher, coach, family friend, etc.

ABF grants are based on several factors including need which can include, but is not limited to financial need, a personal or family challenge and other barriers. A panel of ABF volunteers reviews applications.

Grantees from the fall session will be announced in November.

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Scott & Linda Marshall, owners of LD Marshall Painting, are long time residents of Mahtomedi. They are local, trusted painters so you can have peace of mind when you hire them. They are respected for high quality work and professional business practices.

Linda has a background in interior design & a gift for selecting great colors that reflect your personal style.

Scott & Linda offer free in-home estimates in the North/East Metro Area. You will find LD Marshall weekly under Painting & Decorating.

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“Our service goes anywhere on your property to remove unwanted items,” said Chase Johnson, owner of Johnson Junk Removal. “We are one of the only locally-owned junk removal companies and we strive to provide personable services with great value.”

Johnson Junk Removals also offers commercial junk hauling and cleanout services for property managers, landlords, realtors and real estate managers. The company is proud to accommodate same and next-day appointments.

“You can expect to speak to me to discuss options for removing your items, the estimated cost of the job, and to schedule a time for removal,” said Johnson. “We efficiently load items to give you the best possible value.”

Here’s what one happy customer had to say after working with Johnson Junk Removal: “Very polite and professional. Definitely will use them again and will recommend them to family and friends. Never thought it would be this easy.”

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Tough Mudder returns to north metro after its cancelation in 2020

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PAUL DOLS | PRESS PUBLICATIONS

Participants in the Tough Mudder competition make their way through a series of mud-filled trenches. Hundreds of athletes from around the state and region ran along obstacle filled routes through the rolling hills at Wild Wings of Oneka Hunting Preserve in Hugo. Some of the obstacles the runners encountered included the Kiss of Mud, Blockness Monster, Quagmire and Mudderhorn. Versions of the event are held across the United States and Canada.

The Twin Cities installment of the event returned after a one year hiatus because of the COVID-19 pandemic.

brought out the creativity and uniqueness within competitors. From homemade T-shirts to full costumes, competitors embraced their fashion choices at this year’s event. Two competitors dressed as Batman and Robin from the famous D.C. comic inspired fi lm series and drew lots of attention on the course and in the Mudder Village.

“We like costumes, so when an opportunity presents itself we do it,” said Russell. “If you can wear a costume, why not wear a costume,” said Tough Mudder contestant and Russell’s friend Shana Lovdahl.

As contestants and spectators brought the energy and excitement to the city of Hugo, the Tough Mudder staff were focused on providing a successful and safe return for all participants in

the race.

“We are just making sure that all of our participants are having a good time and that all of our partners are having a good time as well,” said Monette. “At the end of the day it’s all about getting everyone through the course successfully and safely and making sure they stick around in the village afterward and enjoy the beer, the food and the atmosphere.”

PHOTOS BY PAUL DOLS | PRESS PUBLICATIONS

Haley Call receives a headband after crossing the finish line.

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Competitors of all shapes, sizes and outfits took to the fields of Hugo to participate in the Tough Mudder last weekend after the event was canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic last year.

During the event’s fifth year in Hugo, the event drew over 7,000 participants with 5,500 participating in the Saturday heats and 1,500 competing in the Sunday heats. The course provides two options for participants with a classic 10-mile course featuring 25 unique obstacles for runners to navigate through and a condensed 5K loop with just over 3 miles of course and 13 obstacles.

This year, the Tough Mudder also featured a new kids course for ages 5 to 12 with its Mighty Mudder for ages 8 to 12 and its Mini Mudder for ages 5 to 7.

This was the Tough Mudder’s fi fth event in its fi fth different state since the COVID-19 pandemic and staff and runners alike were excited for its return.

“It’s been nice to be back at live events for sure,” said Tough Mudder event producer A.J. Monette.

“Hugo is a good partner to work with, they are always supportive of what we are doing here so it's good to work with them.”

Tough Mudder participant Russ Russell said, “It was good to do this after having a year off with COVID. It was good to get back and have things feel normal again.”

The event was run by 30 staff members and the rest of the work was fi lled by volunteers. The Tough Mudder gives volunteers an incentive by providing a 60% discount on sign up fees for those who volunteer a half day at the event and a full discount for those who volunteer a full day. Runners took full advantage of this opportunity providing much needed help for the event to run smoothly, and a chance to challenge themselves on the course.

“COVID made me want to do something to get back in shape,” said event volunteer Steve White, who drove from Omaha, Nebraska with his wife for the event. “I just love doing the races and I haven’t gotten muddy since I was a kid, so it’s an opportunity to get back and have some fun getting muddy.”

After two years passed since the last Tough Mudder was held in Minnesota, its return

Climbers work their way over the Mudderhorn obstacle.

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10-11 am

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Yoga by the Vines

11 am

Dancing Dragonfly

Aug. 1

Acoustic Sunday

1-4 pm

Dancing Dragonfly

Aug. 1

Live Music: Bjorn Briel

2 pm

7 Vines Vineyard

Aug. 1

Music with Patrick Allen

3-6 pm

Rustic Roots

Aug. 1

Music with Two Dollar Tight Blues

3-6 pm

Roma Restaurant

Aug. 5

Captain Dan’s Music Jam

5-8:30 pm

Roma Restaurant

Aug. 7

Music with Mike Salovich

1-4 pm

St. Croix Vineyards

Aug. 8

Yoga in the Vines

10-11 am

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Acoustic Sunday

1-4 pm

Dancing Dragonfly

Aug. 8

Live Music: Jud Hailey

2 pm

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Music with Matt & Laurel

3-6 pm

Rustic Roots

Aug. 8

XAYMACA Reggae Sunday

3-6 pm

Roma Restaurant

Aug. 8

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5:30 pm

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Aug. 10

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5:30 pm

7 Vines Vineyard

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Captain Dan’s Music Jam

5-8:30 pm

Roma Restaurant

Aug. 14

SCV’s WWR: Without the Run!

10 am - 6 pm

St. Croix Vineyards

Aug. 14

Wine & Cheese Festival

Noon - 7 pm

Dancing Dragonfly

Aug. 14

Music with Katia Cardenas Trio

1-4 pm

St. Croix Vineyards

Aug. 15

Yoga in the Vines

10-11 am

St. Croix Vineyards

Aug. 15

Yoga by the Vines

11 am

Dancing Dragonfly

Aug. 15

Acoustic Sunday

1-4 pm

Dancing Dragonfly

Aug. 15

Live Music: Funktion Junction

2 pm

7 Vines Vineyard

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Music with Tyler Herwig

3-6 pm

Rustic Roots

Aug. 15

Music with Two Dollar Tight Blues

3-6 pm

Roma Restaurant

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Wine in the Vines event

6 pm

7 Vines Vineyard

Aug. 17

Farmers Market

2 pm

7 Vines Vineyard

Aug. 17

Live Music: Tuscany Trio

5:30 pm

7 Vines Vineyard

August 19

Farmers and Artisans Market

4-7 pm

Rustic Roots

August 19

Music with Adam Moe

4-7 pm

Rustic Roots

August 19

Captain Dan’s Music Jam

5-8:30 pm

Roma Restaurant

August 21

Music with Andrew Spreck

1-4 pm

Saint Croix Vineyards

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10-11 am

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XAYMACA Reggae Sunday

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Roma Restaurant

August 22

Acoustic Sunday

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Dancing Dragonfly

August 26

Captain Dan’s Music Jam

5-8:30 pm

Roma’s Restaurant

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August 27

Dinner by the Vines

5-7 pm

Dancing Dragonfly

August 28

Live Music

1-4 pm

Saint Croix Vineyards

August 29

Yoga in the Vines

10-11 am

Saint Croix Vineyards

August 29

Music with Two Dollar Tight Blues

3-6 pm

Roma Restaurant

August 29

Yoga by the Vines

11 am

Dancing Dragonfly

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Acoustic Sunday

1-4 pm

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