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Eagle Brook Church voted best place to work in Quad area

BY CADEN CHRISTIANSEN CONTRIBUTING WRITER

Quad Community Press readers have voted, and the results for the best place to work are in.

The winner of the 2021 Readers’ Choice Best of the Press for the best place to work (more than 50 employees) in the Quad area is Eagle Brook Church in Lino Lakes. The church opened its Lino Lakes campus in 2005 and now serves more than 25,000 people during weekly services across 10 different locations.

Northern Wholesale Supply Inc. in Hugo was voted as a finalist in the category.

Eagle Brook, a Baptist church led by senior pastor Jason Strand, offers a wide range of services, programs and resources for its members and the community. The Lino Lakes campus holds 4 p.m. services on Saturdays and 9 a.m. and 11 a.m. services on Sundays. The church provides many opportunities for employment in a variety of different fields. For Eagle Brook Lino Lakes Worship Associate KJ Haywood, it has become a career.

Haywood attended Crossroads College in Rochester in 2013 and finished degrees in music and Christian studies at Crown College. After interning at Eagle Brook in 2015, he reconnected with worship pastor Chris Mason while working at a Twin Cities Target and began singing part-time for Eagle Brook in October 2019. Now a full-time staff member, Haywood has benefited from the support and leadership of his colleagues.

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Community rallies together to support veteran

Centennial High School celebrates homecoming week

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Centennial High School students and faculty members celebrated homecoming week with a variety of activities including a Friday afternoon pep fest outside at the sports stadium. A dance demonstration by the boys featured a high flying leap through the air by a team member.

Later this week, a local veteran will lace up his running shoes and attempt to do the nearly impossible — all in hopes of spurring conversations and raising awareness of veteran suicide.

Forest Lake native Caleb Wedger served in the Minnesota Air National Guard for nine years.

In 2012, he was deployed for six months. He spent half of his time in Kuwait and the other half in Afghanistan. Two weeks before he left for basic training, his father took his own life.

About a year ago, Wedger stumbled across a video on YouTube of Gov. Walz giving a press conference about veteran suicide and the fact that on average, 100 veterans take their lives each year in Minnesota.

“For whatever reason, that really grabbed my heart,” Wedger explained.

At the same time, Wedger was reading a book by David Goggins called “Can’t Hurt Me,” in which Goggins shares his life story and illuminates a path that anyone can take to push past the pain, demolish fear and reach their full potential. Goggins, a veteran, runs ultramarathons for charitable causes.

“That’s where 100 is TOO MANY was born, and I’ve been able to gain support and traction through local communities to pull it off,” Wedger said.

The first Saturday of October is recognized as Veterans Suicide Prevention & Awareness Day in Minnesota. On Friday, Oct. 1, there will be an opening ceremony at Lakeside Memorial Park in Forest Lake. Wedger will begin his run north

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POLICE REPORTS The Lino Lakes Police Department reported the following incidents: • Officers responded to a call of a suspicious person at a cemetery in the 400 block of Lilac Street Sept. 14. It was determined that the person had partially dug two graves. The person was arrested and found to be in possession of drugs and drug paraphernalia.

• An officer stopped a vehicle for illegal driving conduct in the 7600 block of Sunset Avenue Sept. 14. The adult male was arrested for fourth-degree DWI. A search warrant was obtained and a blood sample was taken. Charges are pending test results.

• An officer made a traffic stop on a vehicle in the area of I-35W and Main Street Sept. 14 as the registered owner showed to have a revoked driver’s license. During the course of the traffic stop, controlled substances were located and the driver was arrested.

• Officers responded to a gas station in the 7500 block of Lake Drive for a theft of cigarettes. Officers checked the area and were unable to locate the suspects.

Employees will notify officers when video is available.

• Officers responded to a single-vehicle property damage crash in the 1200 block of Main Street Sept. 15. The driver was subsequently arrested for possession of a controlled substance and possession of drug paraphernalia.

• An officer stopped a vehicle for a revoked driver’s license in the 1700 block of Birch Street Sept. 15. The driver was mailed a citation for various violations.

• While on patrol in the 2200 block of Tart Lake Road Sept. 15, officers located a vehicle from which items were stolen during the overnight hours. The investigation is ongoing. Several other

thefts were reported that same day along Tart Lake Road, Lacasse Drive and Clearwater Creek Drive.

• Officers were dispatched to the 7500 block of Woods Edge Boulevard Sept.

16 regarding suspicious messages that a resident received after posting an item for sale online. The officers recommended the complainant block the other person to prevent further messages. Extra patrol will be conducted in the area.

• An officer responded to a report of a tree down on a powerline in the 400 block of Ash Street Sept. 17. The power company responded and handled the incident.

• An officer was requested to take custody of ammunition located in the 6300 block of Red Maple Lane Sept. 17. The ammunition will be destroyed.

• Officers were dispatched to a burglary report in the 6100 block of Holly Drive Sept. 17. The investigation is ongoing.

• Officers responded to a vehicle fire in the 700 block of Ash Street Sept. 17. Upon arriving, officers found all occupants were out of the vehicle and the fire division arrived to put out the fire.

• An officer assisted Minnesota State Patrol on a single-vehicle crash on I-35W near Main Street Sept. 18. The male driver was arrested for multiple charges.

• Officers were dispatched to a call of a single-vehicle property damage accident in which the driver fled from the vehicle in the 100 block of Lilac Street Sept. 18.

The driver was subsequently located and arrested for third-degree DWI. • An officer attempted to conduct a traffic stop on a motorcycle near County Road J and Highway 10 Sept. 18. The motorcycle failed to stop for emergency lights and fled from the officer.

• Officers responded to a call of suspicious

CITY OF CIRCLE PINES, MINNESOTA NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ON IMPROVEMENTS 2022 STREET AND UTILITY IMPROVEMENT PROJECT TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN: NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that the City Council of the City of Circle Pines, Minnesota will meet at 7:00 p.m. or as soon thereafter as possible, Tuesday, October 12, 2021, in the Council Chambers at Circle Pines City Hall, 200 Civic Heights Circle, Circle Pines, Minnesota.

The proposed improvements for Stardust Boulevard, Twinkle Terrace, Galaxy Drive, and Twilite Terrace are as follows: replacement of bituminous pavement with subgrade correction, curb and gutter replacement, replacement of sanitary sewer and watermain, and storm sewer improvements.

The total estimated cost of said improvements is $5,672,580.

The area proposed to be assessed for the foregoing improvements would include properties adjacent to or near the roadway segments described above.

A reasonable estimate of the total amount to be assessed, and a description of the methodology used to calculate individual assessments for affected parcels, will be available at the hearing. Failure to give mailed notice or any defects in the notice does not invalidate the proceedings. Written or oral opinion will be considered at the hearing.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, a disabled individual may one week in advance contact city hall by phone at 763-784-5898, or TDD 763-231-2617; or in writing to request reasonable assistance to be able to participate in these proceedings.

Patrick Antonen, City Administrator City of Circle Pines Anoka County, Minnesota Dated: September 21, 2021 Published two times in the Quad Community Press on September 28 and October 5, 2021.

CITY OF CIRCLE PINES, MINNESOTA NOTICE OF HEARING ON PROPOSED ASSESSMENT 2020 PARTIAL STREET RECONSTRUCTION PROJECT TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN: NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that the Council will meet at 7:00 p.m. on October 12, 2021, at City Hall, 200 Civic Heights Circle, Circle Pines, Minnesota, to consider and possibly adopt, the proposed assessment for the cost of improving Civic Heights Drive West of Shady Way to Pine Drive, Pine Drive from Lake Drive to South Drive, Shepherd Court and Civic Heights Circle.

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activity in the 7600 block of Village Drive Sept. 18. A male was subsequently arrested for second-degree DWI. • Officers were provided information of overnight juvenile activity in the 1100 block of South Trappers Crossing Sept.

18. No crime was committed, but extra patrol was requested.

• Officers were dispatched to check the welfare of a male lying on the roadway in the 7700 block of I-35E Sept. 19. The male was not located.

• An officer responded to a call of a theft from a business in the 6800 block of Lake Drive Sept. 19. The officer located the suspect and had them settle the debt.

• An officer received information of a possible intoxicated driver in the 7700 block of Town Center Parkway Sept.

19. The officer located the vehicle and subsequently arrested a male driver for DWI. The male was booked into the Anoka County Jail and his vehicle was towed from the location.

• An officer took a report of a catalytic converter theft in the 6400 block of Pheasant Hills Drive Sept. 19. There is no suspect information.

• Officers responded to a report of juveniles throwing toilet paper on a house in the area of Park Court and Stage Court Trail Sept. 20. Officers made contact with the juveniles and the homeowner. The homeowner did not want any police action taken. The juveniles were warned.

• An officer was flagged down by a motorist in the 800 block of Birch Street Sept. 20. The motorist claimed they were being followed by an unknown vehicle.

The suspicious vehicle was not following at that time. There was no additional information available.

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7. The Council may adopt the proposed assessment at the hearing.

An owner may appeal assessment to district court pursuant to Minnesota Statutes Section 429.081 by serving notice of the appeal upon the Mayor or Clerk of the City within 30 days after the adoption of the assessment; and ÀOLQJ VXFK QRWLFH ZLWK WKH GLVWULFW FRXUW ZLWKLQ WHQ GD\V DIWHU VHUYLFH XSRQ WKH Mayor or Clerk.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, a disabled individual may one week in advance contact City Hall by phone at (763) 784-5898, or TDD (763) 231-2617; or in writing to request reasonable assistance to be able to participate in these proceedings.

Dated: September 15, 2021 Published two times in the Quad Community Press on September 21 and 28, 2021.

CITY OF LINO LAKES ANOKA COUNTY, MINNESOTA AD FOR BID COUNTY ROAD 49 AND COUNTY ROAD J LIFT STATION, SANITARY SEWER AND WATERMAIN IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that bids for the construction of County Road 49 and County Road J Lift Station, Sanitary Sewer and Watermain Improvement Project will be received online through QuestCDN vBid™ until Tuesday, October 19, 2021 at 10:00 am local time. Immediately following expiration of the time for receiving bids, representatives of the City of Lino Lakes will publicly view bids at an online bid opening meeting. Those interested in viewing the online bid opening are welcome to join the meeting by logging on to https:// zoom.us/join or calling 929.205.6099 and entering Meeting ID 988 7307 0340 and Passcode 048213. The as-read online bid results will be available at www.questcdn.com following the bid opening.

The Project includes the furnishing of all labor and materials for the construction complete in-place, of the following approximate quantities: 170 SY Remove Bituminous Pavement 110 LF Remove and Replace Concrete Curb and Gutter 90 CY Excavation – Common 70 CY Aggregate Base Class 5 (CV) 1 LS Dewatering 1 LS Sanitary Sewer Bypass Pumping 125 TON Type SP Bituminous Pavement (All Mixtures) 150 SY Type SP Bituminous Pavement 350 LF 4” PVC Forcemain (Directional Drilled) 60 LF 4” PVC Forcemain 240 LF 8” PVC Pipe Sewer 90 LS Lift Station 40 LF Construct 48” Diameter Sanitary Sewer Manhole 3 EA Hydrant 6 EA 6” – 12” Gate Valve 100 LF 6” – 8” Ductile Iron Watermain 80 LF 12” PVC Watermain 2,140 L F 12” PVC Watermain (Directional Drilled) 1,400 LBS Ductile Iron Fittings The provisions of MINN. STAT. 16C.285 Responsible Contractor are imposed as a requirement of this contract. All bidders and persons or companies providing a response/submission to the Advertisement for Bids of the City of Lino Lakes shall comply with the provisions of the statute.

Information and Bidding Documents for the Project can be found at www. questcdn.com. Bidding Documents may be downloaded from the website for a nonrefundable fee of $45 by inputting Quest project #7981155 on the web-

The Centennial Lakes Police Department reported the following incidents: • Officers were dispatched to a business in the 9000 block of Griggs Avenue in Lexington Sept. 15 on a burglary report.

• An officer conducted a traffic stop at the intersection of Lexington Avenue and Edgewood Road in Lexington Sept. 16.

Two adult females were subsequently arrested on outstanding warrants.

• Officers were dispatched to the 8900 block of Syndicate Avenue in Lexington Sept. 16 for a theft report.

• Police responded to an assault in the area of Lake Drive and Lexington Avenue in Lexington Sept. 16.

• A suspicious vehicle was reported in the 1800 block of Houle Circle in Centerville Sept. 17.

• An officer conducted a traffic stop at the intersection of Griggs Avenue and Lake Drive in Lexington Sept. 17. The driver was subsequently arrested for DWI. • Police responded to a property damage report in the 6900 block of Lamotte Drive in Centerville Sept. 17. The suspects are unknown.

• Officers were dispatched to the 9000 block of South Highway Drive in Lexington Sept. 18 on a delayed assault report.

• Officers responded to a neighborhood dispute in the 100 block of East Golden Lake Road in Circle Pines.

• A catalytic converter was reported stolen in the 1700 block of Main Street in Centerville Sept. 18.

• Officers were dispatched to the 6900 block of Lamotte Drive in Centerville Sept. 20 for a report of theft and damage to property. A group of juveniles was involved.

• Police received a phone call from a resident in the 1600 block of Peltier Lake Drive in Centerville Sept. 21 for a fraud report.

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BY THE ORDER OF THE CITY COUNCIL s/s Michael Grochala, Community Development Director Lino Lakes, MN Published two times in the Quad Community Press on September 21 and 28, 2021.

CITY OF LINO LAKES NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Planning and Zoning Board of the City of Lino Lakes, Minnesota will hold a public hearing on Wednesday, October 13, 2021 at 6:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers at Lino Lakes City Hall, 600 Town Center Parkway, Lino Lakes, Minnesota, to consider the following: Project Name: Belland Farms-AECP PID: #24-31-22-11-0005, #24-31-22-11-0004 Land Use Applications: Preliminary Plat and Site Plan Review Proposed Project: The applicant proposes to plat two (2) commercial lots for the purpose of constructing a 12,230 sf medical eye clinic and a future commercial development.

For further information regarding the above item, contact City Planner, Katie Larsen, at 651-982-2426.

Anyone wishing to be heard regarding these items will be given the opportunity at the time of the hearing. If you have any questions or need special accommodations, please call 651-982-2400.

Published one time in the Quad Community Press on September 28, 2021.

CITY OF LINO LAKES CHARTER COMMISSION MEETING CANCELLED NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Lino Lakes Charter Commission meeting regularly scheduled for October 14, 2021 has been cancelled.

The next regular meeting is scheduled for January 13, 2022.

If you have any questions, please call 651-982-2400.

Julie Bartell, City Clerk Published one time in the Quad Community Press on September 28, 2021.

CITY OF LINO LAKES NOTICE OF CHARTER COMMISSION OPENINGS The City of Lino Lakes Charter Commission has open positions. The 15-member commission serves as custodians of the City Charter in accordance with state laws, the charter by-laws and rules of the Charter Commission. The Commission meets the second Thursday evening of each quarter at city hall.

Any Lino Lakes resident, except current City Council members, who is a TXDOLÀHG YRWHU DQG ZLVKHV WR VHUYH RQ WKH &KDUWHU &RPPLVVLRQ PD\ FDOO /LQR Lakes City Hall at 651-982-2401 and request an application or visit the City website at www.linolakes.us and click on “City Charter and Commission”.

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BEST PLACE TO WORK: Eagle Brook voted no. 1

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“There were a couple key people that I corresponded with pretty regularly and that were really consistent with me,” Haywood said. “They were checking in with me every now and again and having open, honest and real conversations about my growth and the church.”

Religious organizations in Minnesota have struggled throughout the past year due to the COVID-19 pandemic, making it difficult for community members to access their normal religious practices. But despite nationwide unrest due to several issues, Haywood is proud of the way Eagle Brook has presented itself throughout such social commotion.

“It’s been hard just navigating everything this last year on how to feel about vaccines and how to feel about a lot of the social things that have been happening in our city and in our country,” he said. “We aren’t trying to appease anyone, we’re not trying to lean one way or the other, we're just trying to lean more into the Bible and into who Jesus is.”

Now embarking on his third year working at Eagle Brook, Haywood is grateful for the guidance he has received from the staff and is excited about the work he does within the church.

“I’m getting to do exactly what I was hoping to do after college,” said Haywood. “I get to make music, I get to be a part of creative processes and sometimes more than just music.

I love being able to do different things, so that’s a huge bonus.”

Caden Christiansen is a contributing writer for Press Publications. He can be reached by emailing news@presspubs. com or calling 651-407-1200.

The readers of the Quad Community Press have spoken. The winner of the 2021 Readers’ Choice Best of the Press contest for the best website category is Press Publications.

A fi nalist for best website is the Quad Area Chamber of Commerce (QACC), an organization representing the Quad area that supports and promotes local business communities and the overall prosperity of four cities — Centerville, Circle Pines, Lexington and Lino Lakes.

Press Publications provides local news for eight different areas across the north metro.

The company celebrated its 125th anniversary in April 2021 and continues to provide hyperlocal, trustworthy news for its community.

As technology has advanced over the years and consumers visit online sites for news, Press Publications has had to adapt. Alongside providing local papers for the surrounding communities, Press Publications’ website has reached well over a million visitors every year.

The website features direct links to each of its eight sections and has several resources for community members to access. Tabs at the top of the site allow users to read news, sports and opinion columns and also provide access to obituaries, photo galleries, police reports, public notices and letters to the editor. The website also includes a calendar highlighting

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Readers voted for the Quad Community Press (winner) and Quad Area Chamber of Commerce (finalist) for the best website category in the 2021 Readers’ Choice Best of the Press contest.

different events around the community and surrounding communities.

The QACC website, managed by Executive Director Dorothy Radermacher, features many different resources for local businesses and residents to access.

Community members can click on the events tab and access the community calendar to fi nd out what events are taking place in their area. Sign-up information, if required, can be found under the events tab as well.

There are tabs for supporting local businesses and nonprofit organizations within the Quad area, along with a tab for employment

opportunities that community members and businesses can use for job searches and job postings.

The website also includes tabs for both the faith and spiritual community and the local schools, rounding out the wide range of organizations with which the QACC works.

“It’s very humbling and rewarding to see all of the effort that I put into this to support each of the four cities as one community and to be able to be a resource and provide low-cost options for small businesses,” Radermacher said.

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festivals in the month of August, which more than doubled the activity on its website. As local communities enter a new season, Radermacher hopes that the QACC can build off its summer momentum and use it throughout the rest of the year.

“I’m excited to continue to create awareness that there is a chamber in these four communities,” Radermacher said. “I’m very proud to be including all sectors and building relationships.”

Caden Christiansen is a contributing writer for Press Publications. He can be reached by emailing news@presspubs.com or calling 651-407-1200.

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recently submitted photo to the Spotted section of the White Bear Press showed a sign at a rest stop along a local trail. It read, “You’re one bike ride away from a good mood.” Based on personal experience, I would have to wholeheartedly agree with this simple message.

One of the most consistently reliable respites from the day-to-day stresses we’ve been experiencing over the past year and a half has been outdoor activities. Specifically, bike rides, both solo and with groups of friends have proven to be welcome highlights. I’m grateful for the technology that has enabled us to keep in touch via Zoom calls, but there has been something special and comforting about getting with friends I’ve known Angle of together for decades for bike rides.

I happen to be part of a View generation where bicycles represented an early key to Paul Dols childhood freedom and expanded responsibility, so bicycling in some form has always had a place in my life. I still marvel at the technology that enables us to so quietly and efficiently roll through the surrounding landscape.

Appreciation for the bicycle has come from some surprising notables including John F. Kennedy and Steve Jobs. The quote “Nothing compares to the simple pleasure of a bike ride” is attributed to Kennedy and I even found a vintage photo online (that looks legitimate) of the late president wearing sunglasses and smiling while pedaling a bike. Early videos of Apple co-founder Steve Jobs show him referencing a Scientific American article about the efficiency of the bicycle which stated “that a person on a bicycle was more energy efficient than a condor in flight and many times more energy efficient than a person in an automobile.” Jobs also made connections between the bicycle and computer technology saying, “What a computer is to me is it’s the most remarkable tool that we’ve ever come up with, and it’s the equivalent of a bicycle for our minds.” The act of riding a bike can also make us more receptive and open to our surroundings. In a New York Times article, musician David Byrne cited his bicycle rides through different neighborhoods in Manhattan, where he was exposed to a mix of music from all over the world, as a direct influence on the ground breaking and influential music of the Talking Heads.

I feel fortunate that friends from the Twin Cities have been interested in meeting up and exploring the trail network up here in the Northeast Metro.

Last weekend, however, a small group of us decided to expand our territory a bit with a ride along the Cannon Valley Trail between Red Wing and Cannon Falls. It’s surprising how effortlessly 20 miles can roll by when you’re having conversations with friends. As we pedaled along the trail, a wide range of ages and skill levels of bicyclists appeared to be successfully sharing the space. With a bit of courtesy and patience, everyone seemed to be getting along.

My family had a farm about 5 miles south of Cannon Falls, so I have some familiarity with the area. Back when passenger trains were still running along the route of the current bike trail, my parents gave me a one-way ticket out of town as a high school graduation present. A week after graduating, I boarded the train at the depot in Red Wing and headed out west for a summer job in Glacier National Park. I find it notable that a dominant, world changing technological advancement from a previous century has formed the foundation for the multi-use trail systems we now enjoy. Some bittersweet feelings are elicited as the days begin to get shorter, but I still look forward to getting the most out of the remaining crisp, mood enhancing days autumn has to offer.

Paul Dols is photojournalist/website editor for Press Publications. He can be reached at 651-407-1238 or photos@presspubs.com.

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f your pots and garden beds are starting to look worn out from the heat of summer, it might be time to update them with some beautiful fall options.

While most gardeners are familiar with choices such as mums, grasses, and pansies, a plethora of plants are available to add color and interest to your garden.

Mums and Asters: The traditional fall flowers, mums and asters come in many colors and will fi ll out more than other options.

Note that they only bloom once and will bloom out faster in the Movers & heat. They tend to use more water Shakers than some other Ashley Sobczak selections, and they can get top heavy and break easily. However, if you’re looking to fi ll in a large area without a lot of effort, they are your best choice.

interest. Celosia doesn’t require as much water as some other options, but it does not handle frost well.

Dianthus: Often overlooked for fall plantings, dianthus holds up to the cold relatively well and offers unique colors not found in most fall options. Dianthus comes in a variety of heights and colors to suit your needs.

Pansies: Another traditional option, pansies hold up well to the frost, lasting longer than other flowers as the season progresses. They will not do well in hot conditions.

Grasses: A wide range of grasses are available for fall planting, and many can be planted earlier in the season. Some options include red or purple fountain grass (Pennisetum setaceum ‘Rubrum’), spiralis (Juncus effusus), toffee twist sedge (Carex flagellifera), and Blue Mohawk® soft rush (Juncus inflexus). Grasses add both color and height interest for fall.

Rudbeckia: A great option for height, Rudbeckia provides a nice pop of golden-yellow or deep red. Rudbeckia needs a fair amount of water but will give you bold colors and larger flowers.

Ornamental peppers: Gaining in popularity, ornamental peppers can be found in a variety of color options, including deep purple and reddish-orange. They will add a fun, unique touch to fall plantings.

Celosia: Celosia adds gorgeous color to any fall planting, as well as providing height and shape

Fillers: Flowering kale, dusty miller, and senecio are great options to add subtle color and interest. Flowering kale

comes in a variety of colors and shapes. However, the rabbits will love them as much as you will. Dusty miller and senecio will add a softer look and are less appetizing to four-legged visitors.

Tips and tricks Don’t plant too early; especially with mums and asters, as they only bloom once.

For grasses and other fi llers, incorporate them into your spring or summer plantings to save time and money in the fall.

Otherwise, stop by your local garden center during their endof-summer sale to snag these at discounted prices.

Use your imagination and take a chance on trying different things. Gardening is all about experimentation and having fun! Step out of your comfort zone – you just might discover something new.

Interested in becoming an Extension Master Gardener volunteer? Applications accepted now through October 1. Visit https://extension.umn.edu/ master-gardener/becomemaster-gardener to apply.

Get advice from Anoka County Master Gardeners: Ask A Master Gardener Online, Tuesdays, 6:30-8pm anokamastergardeners. org.

Ashley Sobczak is an Anoka County Extension Master Gardener Intern.

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The Voters’ Guide that ran in last week’s paper contained an error. Part of another candidate’s response to a question was placed at the end of Lino Lakes City Council candidate Teresa O’Connell’s answer. Below is her response to the question: “What are your top three priorities for the city?” We apologize for the error.

Make our city council have representation that reflects more accurately the true demographics of our city. Similar life experiences do affect people differently which then gives different viewpoints of how things could be addressed.

Look at our 2040 comp plan to see how well it compliments surrounding communities because we are connected by schools, parks and zip codes to many other cities. When working on comp plans it is paramount to respect local landowners’ opinions in order to have a healthy community.

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WEEKLY WAG If you have the time and patience to let Jada get to know you and trust you, then in return you will gain a loyal, loving companion.

Not a lot is known about her background, but there are indications she may not have had the best start in life. Jada, an approximately 4-year-old shepherd/ doberman mix, arrived in Minnesota from Texas.

She loves her foster mom and keeps close to her at all times. Jada shares her foster home with cats and is respectful of them, but remains apprehensive of other dogs and strangers. She enjoys going on car rides and she would do well in a home with a fenced backyard where she can run and explore — but mostly where she can just hang out.

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Lino Lakes resident Kelly Jo McDonnell and Ron Schara Productions, the company that she works for, are nominated for 14 Emmy Awards this year. Here is a photo of a previous year’s awards gala.

Lino Lakes resident Kelly Jo McDonnell, who works for Ron Schara Productions, is nominated for 14 Emmy Awards this year. The 22nd annual Upper Midwest Regional Emmy Awards Gala will be held Saturday, Oct. 9, at the Radisson BLU at the Mall of America’s Conference Center.

Ron Schara Productions is nominated for awards in the following categories: Arts and Entertainment short form content; Business/Consumer - short or long form content; Education/Schools - short or long form content; Science/Environment - short or long form content; Lifestyle (nominated twice); Magazine Program; Commercial Production; Talent/program/host/moderator (nominated twice); Writer content, non-news; Photographer - short or long form (nominated twice); and editor - short or long form content.

McDonnell’s fiancé, Cy Dodson of Twin Cities PBS, is also nominated for Best Topical Documentary for his documentary, “Say His Name: Five Days for George Floyd.”

CHURCH BRIEF Gethsamane G h h hosts Booya B Gethsemane United Methodist Church, to be named Lino Lakes Community Church in 2022, will host a take-out Booya at 11 a.m. Sunday, Oct. 3.

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Weis Builders tapped as construction manager Lyngblomsten, a Minnesota nonprofit senior services organization, has selected Weis Builders of Minneapolis as construction manager for a senior living campus it is building in Lino Lakes.

The new campus will be at the corner of Hodgson Road and County Road J. The first phase of the project will consist of constructing detached townhomes and a multilevel senior living building that will include independent and assisted living apartments, memory care units and a robust array of amenities. These amenities will include a restaurant and pub, wellness center with a warm-water pool, theater, outdoor courtyards and walking trails and more. A second phase will add a skilled nursing wing.

Grand Real Estate Advisors and Wold Architects and Engineers are also a part of the development team. Groundbreaking is anticipated this fall. More information about the project is available at MyLinoLakesHome.com.

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Liu, Cougars topple No. 5 Maple Grove 21-7

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Facing their third highly-ranked opponent of the young season, the Centennial Cougars broke through with an upset this time, toppling Maple Grove 21-7 at home Friday evening.

Cougar fullback Lance Liu barged for 204 yards and two touchdowns, the other touchdown came on a long pass, and the Cougar defense shut down a powerful offense, adding up to a memorable Homecoming win.

“They really are a good team,” coach Mike Diggins said about Maple Grove.

“Our defense played really well. Our defensive coaches had a great game plan.

Lance had a great game and our sophomore quarterback made some nice runs.”

The Cougar defense gave up just one touchdown to an unbeaten, No. 5 ranked team that scored 49, 56 and 35 points in the fi rst three weeks.

Centennial (2-2) has lost 7-0 to No. 7 ranked Stillwater and 19-16 to No. 9 ranked St. MichaelAlbertville. It doesn’t get any easier this week as they

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Lance Liu (42) celebrates a first-quarter touchdown along with Luke Clark (11), Reese Littlefield (48), Cole Erichsrud (54) and Lance Nielsen Jr. (50)

face No. 2 ranked Wayzata there.

Liu, a 5-foot-11, 200-pound senior, scored from five yards out in the fi rst period.

Maple Grove struck back with a 63-yard gain on a

pass from Jakob Kilzer to Cole Newell, leading to Micha Vayee’s five-yard touchdown run.

Centennial came up with a huge pass play of its own, with Daylen Cummings

fi ring a perfect strike to Luke Clark for a 78-yard touchdown. The Cougars led 14-7 at halftime.

Liu, who carried 35 times, busted loose for a 59-yard touchdown in the fourth

quarter, the only score of the second half.

The Cougars try to physically dominate opponents. They were able to do so against Maple Grove. “These are just tough kids,” Diggins said.

Kilzer, who completed six of 14 passes for 128 yards, is “the best quarterback we have seen,” Diggins said.

“He can throw 60, 70 yards.

He can run, too, but we boxed him in pretty well.”

The Cougars limited the Crimson to 86 rushing yards in 26 attempts. Derrick Jameson led with 11 carries for 49 yards.

The Cougars front four of Brady Ivory, Cameron Bettinger, Chase Granzow, Cole Erichsrud and Isaiah Ward, and linebackers Reese Littlefield and Mason Mix, were tough to run against.

The punting teams held their own, too. Granzow had some strong punts and the coverage was excellent, led by Jaiden Loots. The Cougars had no punt returns, but sophomore Will Quick caught some long punts under pressure to save the offense a lot of yards.

COUGAR SPORTS BRIEFS Cross country: Cougar boys 6th, girls 9th in Milaca Mega Meet

The Centennial swimmers defeated Coon Rapids 106-75 on Thursday evening at Northdale Middle School. Event winners for the Cougars (2-1) were Brooke Halverson (individual medley, 2:29.70, and backstroke, 1:08.27), Calla Kamish (200 free, 2:09.53), Kate Woelfel (diving, 212.25), Raylynn Robeck (100 free, 59.14), and Claira Zebell (500 free, 6:02.67). The Cougar medley relay of Kamish, Laura Zebell, Lauren Kajer, and Nicole Kammer won in 2:01.45.

Girls soccer: Cougars cruise twice Centennial rolled to two more conference wins last week, beating Spring Lake Park 6-0 on Tuesday and Park of Cottage Grove 10-0 on Thursday. The No. 2 ranked Cougars (10-0 overall) are 9-0 in the Northwest Suburban Conference

CENTENNIAL SOCCER With Isaac Verke in the nets, the Centennial soccer team has shut out seven of 10 opponents. The 6-foot, 170-pound senior has a 0.49 goals-against-average and .848 save percentage for the Cougars (7-2-1). “Isaac is intelligent and positions himself well. And he’s tough,” coach Jeff Ottosen said. Verke’s experience is also an asset, Ottosen, “starting with leading us to a section championship last year.”

Verke had a 0.83 GOA and .851 save percentage as a junior and gave up one goal in three section games. He is also a defenseman in hockey.

and faced No. 3 Maple Grove (8-0) on Tuesday. Eleven players had goals in the two games: Tatum Trettel (two), Sydney Kubes (two), Lauren Ahles (two), Brooklyn Bordson (two), Caroline Lauinger, Avery Littlefield, Maddie Stratski, Gabi Corcoran, Sarah Strating, Addi Van Zee and Izzy Sipe.

Boys soccer: Cougars blank Spring Lake Park & Park Center After three straight shutout wins, Centennial has a 6-2-1 conference record for third place in the Northwest Suburban, and 7-2-1 overall. The Cougars nipped Spring Lake Park 1-0 on Tuesday with Garrett Anderson scoring in the fi rst half. They vanquished Park Center 2-0 on Thursday. Cal Babiash scored, with Horoom Nyla assisting, and Ethan McDonald scored with Babiash assisting. Isaac Verke made eight saves. The Cougar defensive corps, which has seven shutouts in all, includes Keaten Frase and Noah Marquard in the middle and Dominic Trejo and Lance Laden on the outside, in front of Verke.

Volleyball: Cougars outlast Anoka, fall to conference power Champlin Centennial fended off an upset bid

by Anoka 25-17, 22-25, 25-19, 20-25, 15-11, on Monday, Sept. 20, then lost to No. 3 ranked Champlin Park 3-0 on Wednesday. The Cougars have a 7-4 record. Against Anoka (4-7), Linaya Swenson and Cassie Sosinski notched 13 kills each, Andi Koslowski 12 and Elena Hoecke 10. Ingrid Noha made 41 assists. Mattie Petersen made 22 digs, Sosinski 17 and Noha 16. Izzy Soens led Anoka’s attack with 18 kills. Champlin Park (14-3) beat the Cougars 25-18, 25-21, 25-15. Hoecke and Noha had five kills each.

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The Centennial boys placed sixth among 25 teams — and fi rst among eight Northwest Suburban Conference teams — in the Milaca Mega Meet on Saturday, The Cougar girls were ninth of 21 teams.

Centennial competed in the top of four divisions, won by the Roseville boys and Prior Lake girls. For the Cougar boys, Jonathan Pattie placed 14th (16:27), Charles Bolkcom 20th (16:47), PJ Marshall 51st (17:28), Jacob Podratz 70th (17:43) and Aiden Sherer 77th (17:50) among 172 runners. For the Cougars, Abby Wood placed 26th (20:16), Kylie Nelson 36th (20:33), Julia Zalewski 54th (21:04), Tatum Leibke 58th (21:07) and Gracie Stoks 70th (21:21) among 148 runners.

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100 IS TOO MANY: Cause close to veteran’s heart FROM PAGE 1

along the trail on Highway 61 to North Branch and then turn around to head back toward Hugo.

It’s all in an effort to not only start a conversation about veteran suicide and the importance of mental health, but to raise money for the Freedom Fishing Foundation, a nonprofit organization whose mission is to help military and veteran families live healthier and more fulfi lling lives. That happens through fishing trips.

“The reason I chose them was because I truly believe that they, and organizations like them, are in my opinion doing the hard work of keeping people out of that downward spiral that leads to mental health issues, in a lot of ways (accomplishing that) through connectivity and community,” Wedger explained.

“Our fishing trips connect vets with other vets and with nature. We believe it is important to encourage healthy activity and connection,” said Freedom Fishing Foundation President Ben Enfelt. “Caleb believes that true help for vets will come through building community, and that’s what we’re trying to do … Through putting this event together, we’ve seen so many people step up to make a difference.

Raising awareness to veteran suicide was part of the goal for this event and that mission has already been accomplished.”

Wedger has been training for the big day since last October. Fun fact — he absolutely loathes running.

The longest Wedger has run to date is 18 miles.

“This just gives me an excuse to do something crazy,” he said. “I have no idea if I can do it or not.

Statistically, and if you talk to the pros, I can’t, but this really is the ultimate ‘If you put your mind to it, you can do it.’”

In addition to his partnership with the Freedom Fishing Foundation, other organizations are rallying behind Wedger: Lino Lakes Beyond the Yellow Ribbon Network, Quad Area Chamber of Commerce, Forest Lake Chamber Area Chamber of Commerce, Hugo Business Association, Lakes Center for Youth & Families and the Forest Lake Legion.

Now, more than ever, Wedger feels this is a conversation that needs to be held. He believes we all have our own unique role to play.

“I'm so grateful for everyone that is helping you spread the word and the message. I think our current environment is exposing a weakness that we all ultimately play a role in fi xing. Especially as leaders, we can do way more than we maybe think we can,” he said. “COVID has exposed in a big way that we could all use more connectivity, that these devices that are claiming to bring us together in all of these ways are sending us on a speeding bullet in the opposite direction.”

Community members are encouraged to write messages to Wedger along the trail and come out and cheer him on along his route. Wedger’s goal is to raise $100 per mile for a total of $10,000 for Freedom Fishing Foundation. Donations can be made online at https://freedomfishingfoundation.com. There, you can also sign up to cheer on Caleb in Forest Lake, Hugo or North Branch. You can also purchase apparel. Both Freedom Fishing’s Facebook page and Wedger’s Instagram (100toomany) will have live updates of his progress.

“It is going to be an adventure. I don't know the outcome. I'm perfectly okay with that,” Wedger said.

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

BY THE NUMBERS 6,000 veterans committed suicide nationwide from 2008-2017 86.6 to the average number of suicides 124.4 (among adults) per day in the U.S. in 2005 vs 2017 70.7 percent of male veteran suicide deaths were from firearms in 2017 43.2 percent of female veteran suicide deaths were from firearms in 2017 919 the number of suicides among never federally activated former National Guard and Reserve members in 2017 (average of 2.5 suicide deaths per day) Source: Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs SUBMITTED

Veteran Caleb Wedger has been training since last October to run 100 miles in an effort to spur conversation and raise awareness about the importance of mental health as well as veteran suicide.

IF YOU GO What: Opening Ceremony When: 8 a.m. Friday, Oct. 1 Where: Lakeside Memorial Park, 95 E. Broadway Ave., Forest Lake Details: The opening ceremony will feature the Forest Lake American Legion Color Guard, remarks from special guests and the start of the 100 is TOO Many run.

What: Path to Hope Mental Health Expo When: 8 a.m. to noon Saturday, Oct. 2 Where: American Legion Post 225, 355 W. Broadway Ave., Forest Lake Details: Join us for a mental health expo for education and resources. The Legion will also host a breakfast from 8-9 a.m.

What: BBQ/ice cream social; Caleb passing through Hugo When: 7-9 p.m. Friday, Oct. 1 Where: Encore at Hugo, 5607 North 150th St. Details: Caleb will likely arrive in Hugo around 9 p.m. Friday evening. Before that, community members are invited to a barbecue and ice cream social hosted

by Encore and Chef Hot Hands.

RESOURCES FOR VETERANS • InTransition: This free, confidential program offers telephone coaching and specialized assistance for active duty service members, National Guard and Reserve members and Veterans. https://health. mil/Military-Health-Topics/ Centers-of-Excellence/

Psychological-HealthCenter-of-Excellence • Make the Connection: This online resource connects veterans, their families and friends with information on suicide symptoms and conditions. https://www. maketheconnection.net • Military OneSource: Find

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counseling services. https:// www.vetcenter.va.gov • National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255

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T Members of the football team form a Rockette style kick line during a pep fest dance Top: ccompetition between the boys and the girls.

Far left: Seyla Stegeman and Lance Liu were crowned Centennial High School Homecoming F Queen and King in front of the crowd attending the pep fest.

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