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Don’t get burned this summer
listen to claims that your sunscreen is “waterproof” or will “last all day.” Always re-apply every 30 minutes.
BONFIRE BURNS NS By Dr. Kurt Belk
SUNSHINE, FIREWORKS AND ROARING BONFIRES! Sound like some of your favorite things about summer vacation? They’re also among the top activities that bring patients to us at The Urgency Room. In fact, burns are one of the most common injuries we see, especially during the summer months. Fortunately, these injuries are preventable.
if you are unsure about the severity of a burn, especially for burns on children. — Dr. Kurt Belk is an E.R physician and medical director of The Urgency Room in Vadnais Heights.
While enjoyable, able, bonfires are also a source of serious burn injuries. The first and most important step to treating minor and serious ous burns is simple: cool it down. If you’re at home, me, run the injury under a cold tap water. If you’re out enjoying ng a bonfire at an event, pour a soft drink or any cold beveragee over the burn. The key thing is to act quickly because when you u get burned; your skin literally starts to cook. You want to stop that process immediately. Speedy action with cold water reduces es pain, swelling and the risk of scarring.
SUNSHINE AND SUNBURNS
HERE ARE A FEW W OTHER TIPS FOR TREATING A BURN INJURY:
Ahh… we all love the warmth of a Minnesota summer, especially after our long winter. It feels so good you might wonder, what could be more natural than sunlight? The truth is, sunburns happen fast and are not only painful and dangerous, but can also set you up for future health problems. Our white Minnesota skin, deprived of summer sun for many months, is very susceptible to burning, and to forming incipient skin cancers. The summer sun is strong and has the ability to burn skin in just minutes, even on a cloudy day. In addition, there are many common photo-sensitizing drugs (antihistamines, antibiotics, chemotherapy, cardiac drugs, etc.—even many fragrances) that can cause your skin to be more susceptible to damage from the sun’s rays. Make sure you use a sunscreen that is SPF 30 or higher. You should use 1-2 ounces of sunscreen (30-60 ml) for your full body and don’t rush when you put it on because you will miss spots and surely pay for it later. You should apply the sunscreen a half hour before initial exposure and then every 30 minutes thereafter. Don’t
• Loosely cover er the burn with cling film or a clean ean plastic bag. This helps prevent ent infection by keeping the area rea clean. • Never put butter or oil on a burn. It will only make the injuryy worse and it’ll probably be very painful to remove. e. • Burnt fingers ers can quickly swell, so remove all jewelry elry to prevent restricted ed blood flow. You don’t want our doctors to have to cut off your favorite ring. ng. • Always seek medical advice
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MUSICAL 'LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS' When: Through Aug. 16 Where: St. Croix Festival Theatre, 210 N. Washington St., St. Croix Falls, Wis. Details: $13.50 to $26. Contact: www. festivaltheatre.org or 715-483-3387
'THE COMPLETE WORKS OF WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE (ABRIDGED)'
When: Through Aug. 15 Where: St. Croix Festival Theatre, 210 N. Washington St., St. Croix Falls, Wis. Details: $13.50 to $26, Comedic attempt to perform all 37 Shakespeare plays in 97 minutes. Contact: www. festivaltheatre.org or 715-483-3387
KARL OSKAR DAYS When: July 8-12 Where: Lindstrom Details: Art/craft fair, parade, kiddie parade, car show, inflatables, basketball tourney, concessions, beer garden, entertainment, 5K, more. Contact: www. cityoflindstom.us
MASQUERS THEATER'S 'SHREK THE MUSICAL' When: July 10-12, 16-19. 23-26 Where: FLAHS, 6101 Scandia Trail N., Forest Lake Details: Cast of 66 local actors and 15-20 local musicians. Contact: Tickets at http://masquerstheatre.
in the valley When: July 10-11 Where: SAHS, 5701 Stillwater Blvd. N., Oak Park Heights Details: By Stillwater Community Theatre. Tickets $8.50 to $17.50. Contact: Tickets at http:// www.stillwater.k12.mn.us under “community education.” Volunteers needed; email commed_theater@ stillwaterschools.org.
PLAY ‘BLITHE SPIRIT’ When: July 10 to 26 Where: Phipps Center for the Arts, Hudson, Wis. Details: Noel Coward’s comic fantasy/ghost story. Stars Bruce Bell-Myers and Darcy Bell-Myers of Stillwater. $15 to $24. Contact: Tickets at 715-386-8409 or www. ThePhipps.org.
PROGRAM: ‘RED-TAILED HAWK’ When: 7:15 p.m. Saturday, July 11 Where: Lake Elmo Park Reserve, C.R. 10 and C.R.
FRANCONIA MUSIC FESTIVAL When: 1 to 7 p.m. Saturday, July 11 Where: Franconia Sculpture Park, Details: Free with $5 parking. Traditional American and world music, including tribute to Carter family by the Roe Family Singers. Music/dance calling by Duck for the Oyster, and music by August Blues. Concessions, guided tours, meet artists. Bring blankets or chairs.
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FAIRVIEW LAKES AUXILIARY GARDEN TOUR When: 10 a.m. To 4 p.m. Sunday, July 12 Where: Nine gardens through Forest Lake and Lino Lakes areas Details: Self-guided. $15 includes discounts at local vendors. Contact: Tickets at Fairview Medical Center Gift Shop, Yellow Bus in Forest Lake and Fairview Lakes clinics or at http:// gardentour2015.zapevent. com.
Where: Lakeside Park, Forest Lake Details: City-sponsored summer concert series, craft fair and farmers market. Features soul and blues with The Kurt Jorgensen Band .
Where: Lake Terrapin via Warner Nature Center, Marine Details: $10 to $12. May experience loons and/or beavers on quiet paddle. Contact: Register by July 13 at 651-433-2427 ext. 10
INSTRUMENT PETTING ZOO
SECRET AGENT DAY
When: 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 14 Where: Wyoming Library, 26855 Forest Blvd., Wyoming Details: Free. Young children hear, see, touch and learn about music. Contact: 651-462-9001 or www.ecrlib.org
ARTS IN THE PARK SECOND ANNUAL FAT CAT TRIATHLON When: 8 a.m. Saturday, July 11 , catfish fry at 11 a.m. Where: Starts at Log house Landing in Scandia, ends at Scandia-Marine Lions Park. Details: 20.3-mile race bincludes 3.8-mile paddle down St. Croix River. Benefits Scandia-Marine Lions Foundation. $55 to $79. Contact: www.stcroixfatcat.
When: 5 to 9 p.m. Thursday, July 14 (music at 6:30 p.m.)
SUNSET CANOE When: 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 15
When: 12:30 p.m. Saturday, July 18 Where: Wyoming Library, 26855 Forest Blvd., Wyoming Details: Kids complete challenges to receive prize. Contact: 651-462-9001 or www.ecrlib.org
SUNSET CANOE EXCURSION When: 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 15 Where: Warner Nature
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10, Lake Elmo Details: By Warner Nature Center. Free with parking pass. Contact: 651-4308370 or www.co.washington. mn.us/parks.
JAYCEES MEET & GREET ICE CREAM SOCIAL When:2 p.m. Sunday, July 12 Where: Nelson’s Ice Cream, 920 Olive St. W., Stillwater Details: By Lake Elmo Jaycees. Newcomers welcome. Contact: www. lakeelmojaycees.org
OPEN HOUSE AT MCKEAN SCHOOL When: 3 to 4 p.m. Sunday, July 12 Where: Block south of Norwich Parkway, Boutwells Landing Details: Free look at renovated 150-year-old oneroom schoolhouse.
COMMUNITY THREAD RIVER RALLY When: Tuesday, July 14;
group efforts start at 4:15, 4:45 or 5:15 p.m. Where: Along the St. Croix River Details: Volunteer clean-up effort by those 14 and older. Contests, prizes and picnic. In conjunction with National Park Service. Contact: Sign up at www. communitythreadconnect.org or call 651-439-7434.
SUMMER TUESDAY When: Starts 5 p.m. Tuesday, July 14 and five more Tuesdays through summer Where: Lowell Park, downtown Stillwater (rain location: Charlie’s Irish Pub) Details: Vendor market, live music, movie. Locally sponsored. Band is Thrift Store Sonata, movie is ”Despicable Me 2.” Contact: www. summertuesdays.com
SENATE DISTRICT 53 DFL PICNIC When: 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 14 Where: Tartan Park, Lake Elmo Details: Meet local DFL elected officials. $15; kids 10 and younger free. Contact: www.SD53.org/ picnic
ANNUAL ICE CREAM SOCIAL AND TALENT SHOW
When: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. July 11-12 Where: Where: Self-guided tour of eight local gardens. Maps at Family Means. Details: $15 to $20. Master gardeners on hand. Benefits Stillwater nonprofit Family Means. More than 1,000 spectators participate. Contact: www.familymeans.org or 651-439-4840 When: 4:30 p.m. Thursday, July 16 Where: Historical Courthouse, 101 Pine St. S., Stillwater
STILLWATER LADIES NIGHT OUT When: 5 p.m. Thursday, July 16 Where: Downtown Stillwater Details: Specials and discounts at select stores and eateries. Benefits Stillwater Relay for Life. Contact: www. mainstreetstillwateriba.com
SUMMER TUESDAY SECOND ANNUAL STILLWATER LOG JAM When: July 17-19 Where: Downtown Stillwater Details: By The Locals and Discover Stillwater. Events include tethered hot air balloon rides, downhill derby, lumberjack demonstrations, kiddie carnival, bingo kids programming, vendors, chefs’ competition, yoga, beer garden, medallion hunt, live music. Contact: www. StillwaterLogJam.com or 651-226-5046
NINTH ANNUAL CHICAGO DOGS CHALK ART CONTEST
ANNUAL ‘KIDS MAKE SCULPTURE’ EVENTS
When: Contest Thursday July 16 noon to 8, judging July 17 Where: In front of Chicago Dogs, 402 N. Main St., Stillwater Details: Trophies for first and second. Three age groups. Register at eatery. Contact: 651-323-7150 or www.chicagodogsmn.com
When: 1 to 4 p.m. July 18 and Aug. 22 Where: Franconia Sculpture Park, 29836 St. Croix Trail, Franconia Details: $30. Resident artists help youth 4-18 make big sculptures. Contact: http:// franconia.org/kms.html or 651-257-6668
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When: Starts 5 p.m. Tuesday, July 21 and four more Tuesdays through summer Where: Lowell Park, downtown Stillwater (rain location: Charlie’s Irish Pub) Details: Vendor market, live music, movie. Locally sponsored. Band is Standard Protocol, movie is “Hotel Transylvania.” Contact: www. summertuesdays.com
CRUISIN’ ON THE CROIX HOT ROD & VINTAGE CAR SHOW When: 4 to 9 p.m Wednesday, July 22 Where: Lowell Park, Stillwater Details: Free. Vintage and hot rod collectible cars gather. Live music, giveaways. Repeats Aug. 12 and 26 and Sept. 2 and 9. Contact: 651-494-8657 or www.ilovestillwater.com.
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Dad’s time with the boys IT’S BEEN A tradition in our family for me to take the boys walleye fishing. For many years, we went to Leech Lake on the opening weekend. Sometimes I would go with my publisher friends. After they would head home, my boys would come up to join me for a couple more days. We usually fished in the northwest corner of Leech Lake called Little Hardwood. When the cormorants took over the lake, we decided to try Lake of the Woods. That has been our favorite for several years. My oldest son, Cam, caught his biggest walleye there, which holds the record for our family at 10 lbs. My youngest grandson, Kellen, first joined us at the age of four. This year we were back on Lake of the Woods in late June, for the first time going out from the Northwest Angle. We got our limit of walleyes, but they were no larger than 18 inches. The fish were slow to bite primarily due to the previous week’s infestation of mayflies. Sunset Lodge, about five miles off shore on Oak Island, was a very pleasant setting. While there we discovered White Bearites who have enjoyed island living for a number of years. Steve and Phyllis Sawyer have a home on Flag Island. We also met Geoff Ratte from Mahtomedi who was staying at the same resort. Going out into Lake of the Woods from the Northwest Angle provides more island protection from wind compared to Baudette or Warroad. There are over 14,500 islands in the lake within Minnesota and Canada which provides 65,000 miles of shoreline. DID YOU KNOW that Minnesota is ranked the third most popular state for inland fishing in the country? We also rank second in participation measured by the number of licenses sold among residents at 32%. Fishing is good for our economy. According to the Minnesota Department of Revenue, fishing contributes $2.4 billion in the State’s economy and supports 35,400 jobs. Furthermore, I can’t think of anything that beats a walleye shore lunch. SEVERAL YEARS AGO, Kathy and I were guests of Dr. and Mrs. George Brushaber of North Oaks at a conference in Charleston, S.C. One of our speakers was Leighton Ford, brother-in-law of Billy Graham. I never forgot the point he made. “Whoever you come in contact with, they’re either going into a hurt, or are in a hurt, or are coming out of hurt.” When there is a trust interchange, you will learn more about what your friends and family members are experiencing. Being an employer of small newspapers in Minnesota and Wisconsin, there is always someone on our staff in a big hurt. In the past year, a 16-year-old son of an employee came down with leukemia. Another employee’s adult son was killed on a highway in Wisconsin while working construction. A wife and mother had her husband die suddenly while ice fishing. The husband of one of our managers was diagnosed with ALS. I could go on and on. The point is, build relationships. Treat employees or co-workers as family. Be an encourager. Pray for those who are hurting. — Gene Johnson is publisher emeritus of Press Publications.
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•With facilities at 9242 Hudson Blvd. N. in Lake Elmo, PHD Baseball Club (the name stands for Pitching, Hitting and Defense) invites players 10 through 18 from across the metro to a last-call tryout session July 14 from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Mahtomedi High School. Fees and times are at www.PHDBaseball. us. Athletes will play in the Minnesota Youth Athletic Services fall baseball league as well as tournaments in Minneapolis, Kansas City, St. Louis, and at least one other city. Tryouts are in August for a similar competitive girls softball club that's part of the Minnesota Matrix Softball Organization; see www. mnmatrix.com. Anyone can purchase time in PHD's hitting and pitching cages in Lake Elmo. More info: 612-621-2487. •Big Wood Brewery hosts a golf tournament at Oak Glen Golf Course in Stillwater starting at 11 a.m. Monday,
July 27, with proceeds benefiting White Bear Lake nonprofit Merrick Inc. Fee of $75 includes contests and beer sampling. Info: 651-789-6200 or merrickinc.org. •Youth Service Bureau offers an anti-chemical abuse session for teens entitled “Kick the Habit Before It Starts” from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Thursday, July 30 at the Washington County Historic Courthouse, 101 W. Pine St., Stillwater. Cost is $5. Register at www.ysb.net. UP NORTH
•The Wyoming Area Creative Arts Community hopes to close this month on its new headquarters to be known as Hallberg Center for the Arts, located at 5521 East Viking Blvd. in Wyoming (the former Spirit & Praise Church). Members were able to raise an additional $9,000 in a 30-hour time period to facilitate the purchase.
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TANGWELL HONORED Gary Tangwall of White Bear Lake, a wealth advisor with the Landmark Group of Thrivent Financial in Lake Elmo, was one of five financial representatives recently honored as a Thrivent Financial Hall of Fame Legend. Only 28 Thrivent advisors have been named as such.
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reports FOREST LAKE AREA Captain Greg Weiss of the Forest Lake Police Department said the July 4 weekend yielded 307 police calls that involved 10 arrests, four DUIs, 13 fireworks complaints, 12 citations for drinking alcohol in public and 12 cases of assault. Among them: - An intoxicated Forest Lake couple was arrested July 2 after refusing a ride home from the American Legion’s beer garden though they had a 2-month-old child with them. The combative woman, 25, was throwing chairs and the man, 28, tried to flee and was almost hit by a passing vehicle before police wrestled him to the ground. Charges of neglect/ endangerment were forwarded to the city attorney. Grandparents picked up the baby. - A Landfall man was arrested July 4 for second-degree DWI and driving after revocation on North Shore and Fifth after weaving across the center line. - A drunk 21-year-old Wyoming woman was taken into custody July 4 for interfering with the arrest of a drunk Milaca man following disorderly conduct at the roundabout at Highway 61 and Broadway July 4. - A Tennessee man was arrested for fourthdegree DWI on Highway 35 near Broadway July 5.
STILLWATER AREA - A suspicious lone male in his 40s was reported engaging children at Teddy Bear Park on Nelson Street June 26. He became defensive and left when confronted. - An accident on Nightingale Boulevard June 26 involved a DWI and arm and head trauma for a 17-year-old Lakeland male, who hit two parked cars while talking on his cell phone. - A juvenile was arrested on Fourth Avenue S. June 26 for displaying a knife toward his dad during an argument - A man reported being punched and his wife punched and choked during an argument with another couple at No Neck Tony’s on Myrtle Street E. June 27. - A suspicious male in his 60s was reported offering ice cream to a 12-year-old boy near Nelson’s on Olive and William streets June 27 - A resident on Elm Street W. June 27 reported hearing a shot-like noise before the glass table top on his patio shattered. - At America’s Best Value Inn on Frontage Road W. June 28, staff said an intoxicated woman appeared to be urinating into a washing machine. - Theft of $87 in cash from a cash register was reported at Acapulco Restaurant on Frontage Road W. June 28. A Hispanic female 50-60 was observed on tape. - Assault was reported on Ramsey Street W. June 28 - Employee theft/credit card fraud was reported on Main Street N. June 29 - Criminal damage to property was reported at Oak Glen Country Club on McKusick Road June 29 - Assault was reported on Nelson Street
June 29 - A vehicle fire at Highway 36 and Highway 5 was reported June 29 - A house fire was put out by the Fire Department in the 1200 block of Second Street N. June 29 - Missing light bulbs, tipped over plants and the deposit of other neighbors’ plants was reported on Maureen Lane June 30 after an intoxicated neighbor with possible psychiatric issues ran a resident’s doorbell demanding to know where a woman was. Another neighbor also reported missing light bulbs and plants. A 55-year-old man was later arrested for attempted burglary when security film footage showed him trying to open neighbors’ doors and searching under flowerpots, possibly for keys. He had knives in his possession and claimed he was trying to prove how unsafe the neighborhood was. - Theft of a $500 leaf blower was reported on Third Avenue S. June 30 - A suspicious female was reported at Lily Lake Park June 30 and July 1; she turned out to be homeless and living in her car. - Theft of a $2,000 laptop and a purse containing more than $1,000 was reported out of a vehicle on Oak Glen Lane July 1. - Fourth-degree criminal damage was reported on Seventh Street S. July 2 when windows were broken and a house egged. - A suicidal male was reported on Seventh Street S. July 2 - An unwanted 33-year-old Lake Elmo woman who had previously shoplifted was reported at Lakeview Community Pharmacy on Curve Crest Boulevard July 2. - A Stillwater man was addressed July 2 for leaving a fridge on the side of Owens Street N. He said he hoped someone wanted it. - A 21-year-old South Dakota man was reported near Oasis Cafe on Main Street S. July 3, lying on the road near traffic. - Theft of a phone charger, welding helmet and American flag was reported on Sherburne Street N. July 3 - Theft of sunglasses, an iPod, duck calls and a knife was reported from a vehicle on West Street S. July 3 - The Fire Department helped four people stuck in an elevator on Orleans Street W. July 3. son man July 3 after - Police addressed a Hudson he was in numerous locall bars threatening to fight people. He was sentt to his docked boat. ween two males was - An impending fight between reported at Holiday on Orleans rleans Street W. July 3 - A group of 10 paid only $204 of a $280 bill at Nacho Mama’s on Main Street S. July 3 - Three juvenile females were ere reported kissing topless at Teddy Bear Park on Nelson n Street July 4. - A stolen bike worth $200 was reported at Kwik Trip on New England Place July 4 - Two 29-year-old Stillwater men were
arrested in connection to fifth-degree controlled substance possession (cocaine) with intent to sell in an alley off Main Street S. July 4. One swallowed cocaine but refused medical attention. - A 37-year-old intoxicated Stillwater man was wrestled to the ground by two officers and arrested on Cherry Street W. July 4 after a domestic dispute. One officer was injured. - Six people were reported on a roof on Main Street N. July leaning over and dumping items and liquids. - Damage to a car door was reported on Martha and Churchill July 4 after a couple got into a physical fight. - A hit and run, fourth-degree DWI, test refusal, a false report and destruction of evidence were addressed on Fifth and Elm July 5 - A false police report involving a stolen vehicle was reported on Oak Street W. July 5 - Two 19-year-old Stillwater males were reported on Greeley Street W. July 5 trying to break into the Stillwater Towing lot to retrieve a wallet. They were cited for lurking and possession of a stolen bike and marijuana. Later they tried to break in again. - Assault was reported at Wolf Marine on Alder Street July 5 - A male passed out on the steps at Rafter’s on Main Street S. July 5 - Kids on the roof were reported at American Gothic Antiques on Main Street S. July 4 - Drive-off was reported at Lucky’s on Main Street N. July 5 - A fight was addressed on Pickett Street N.in Bayport July 5 - A 42-year-old male was Tasered and arrested on Cottage Drive July 5 after apparently having a mental breakdown and wielding a large kitchen knife at officers. Schizophrenia was a factor. - On Greeley Street S. July 5, police helped an 18-year-old girl allegedly kidnapped from a St. Paul park that morning by a 26-year-old Stillwater man, who was arrested. The victim, who was reportedly intoxicated the night before, said she had no memory of what had occurred and didn’t know where she was. She was taken to Lakeview for examination for sexual assault. The man said he had planned to give her a ride home from the park but took her home instead because she was too drunk to tell him where she lived.
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“People do find ways to survive,” he added. “It's not all gloom and doom. But one person said they're afraid to read it. People try to avoid dealing with unpleasant information.” The former Air Force brat has lived in Minnesota since the 1960s. Before joining the UWRF faculty in 1967, he earned B.S. and M.S. degrees in journalism from Northwestern University. In 1968 he founded the UWRF public radio station that's been broadcasting ever since, and in 1977 he helped the journalism department become the smallest nationally accredited program in the U.S. Later he earned a Ph.D in speech communication from U of M, served 10 years as UWRF journalism department chair then became assistant dean of its College of Arts and Sciences. Following a sabbatical with KSTP-TV in 1984, he left U-W to work in public relations with 3M, retiring in 2008 to teach in the University of St. Thomas Graduate College of Business. Along the way he spent spare time contributing photography (his hobby of 60 years) to travel-oriented publications, and these days he stills contributes stories to Shutterbug Magazine. He and his wife Linda regularly winter in Baja, California and Taos, New Mexico, and through the
years have enjoyed “adventure travel” to multiple countries. After he conceived of the plot for his book he said he found the writing fairly easy, though he ended up adding in story flashbacks by different characters to further the plot. Calling the self-published product “a critical success and a commercial flop,” he said he's been challenged to market it effectively on his own. Next up on his agenda is writing a work of historical fiction based on a Chippewa or Ojibwe legend set in northern Wisconsin and the Apostle Islands before the advent of the white man. This time he plans to seek a publisher. As for his own reaction to the pending climate crisis, he declines to be afraid though he is concerned for his offspring. Between them, he and Linda have six kids and 11 grandkids, many of whom live in this area. “I'm enjoying it — I like it warm in Minnesota and I'm waiting for palm trees in Minnesota,” he joked of the weather. “But I don't want my kids and grandkids, particularly, to have to deal with this even if it's half as bad as they're predicting now. I'm telling (those) who will listen, if they pick a place to settle be sure it's high, relatively cool and has plenty of (fresh) water available. Do not
Map courtesy Yale Project on Climate Change Communication Author Lorin Robinson is retired from a career in journalism education and public relations.
settle on the coasts. And don't go to the Southwest because the drought and lack of water will continue to get worse as time goes on. Actually, Minnesota is the place to be to weather global warming in the long term.” He said he's amazed by
people who still don't believe in global warming. “That means 99.9 percent of all climate scientists and earth scientists who believe in reality (are wrong),” he said. “You have to reject all that science, work, and research over the decades.”
Part of the confusion is because changes are happening so incrementally, he noted. “It's easy to ignore,” he said. “It's insidious, slow acting, creeping up slowly over the last 40 or 50 years. But at some point we're thinking 'Wait a minute' and seeing suddenly
that we're in trouble.” The title of his book “The Warming” refers to the idea everyone should now realize the impact will be global. “The phrase global warming is redundant,” he said. “And we're linguistically lazy.”
Builders mull Mahtomedi senior co-op complex BY DEBRA NEUTKENS
MAHTOMEDI — Senior cooperative living is not new to the Twin Cities. It is new to Mahtomedi. At least, that's the plan. Gladstone Cooperative hosted a meeting at City Hall last month for those interested in learning about a potential three-story complex for seniors that would serve as cooperative living for residents 62 years and older. "Cooperatives have been an affordable option for Minnesota seniors since 1978," said Gladstone marketing coordinator Robin Krueger. According to the company website, a cooperative is a nonprofit corporation owned by the people who use it. Members have the right to occupy the home they purchase and enjoy the same tax advantages of single-family homeowners. Krueger said the company is "hard marketing" to the area, since 40 percent of the cooperative's total value must be sold before construction can start on Old Wildwood Road. That total value ranges from $325,000 to $440,000
“COOPERATIVES HAVE BEEN AN AFFORDABLE OPTION FOR MINNESOTA SENIORS SINCE 1978.” — GLADSTONE MARKETING COORDINATOR ROBIN KRUEGER. per two-bedroom, two-bath unit, depending on square footage. There are 39 units. All the units will have a balcony. There is underground heated parking, a community room, movie theater, exercise room, car wash bay, a library and a pub. More information is on www.gladstonecooperative.com. As Krueger explained, buyers pay a 40 percent share
to get into the cooperative, not the total value, which is what makes it affordable to seniors. The concept is a bit complicated and requires a lot of explanation and "hand holding" at meetings, she said, but the interest is there. "We did pre-sell some last week,” she added. “Right now, you just need a reservation to get on the list as a first step. There are three steps to purchase a unit.” As soon as the firm hits the 40 percent number, construction will start. The property is on the site of the Lakeside Club, which will be razed. A similar project is underway in Anoka; Gladstone pulled out of a proposed cooperative in Centerville. Krueger pointed to 103 senior cooperatives in the Twin Cities area, noting the concept is an expansion for Gladstone, which builds assisted living/memory care facilities. More meetings for potential residents are planned in July and August. — Debra Neutkens is regional editor for Press Publications.
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Frank Watson is a local Meteorologist who operates a weather station in White Bear Lake. Weather data and observation are from his weather station and trips around the area. Frank can be found on the internet at WeathermanWatson.com.
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CUSTODIAN/BUILDING MAINTENANCE 20 HOURS PER WEEK M-F 3 pm to 7 pm Responsibilities include general janitorial duties. We are looking for someone that is mechanically inclined that can fix light plumbing and perform maintenance. Must be self-motivated and can work independently. Must be able to lift up to 50# on occasions, and physically able to bend, twist, kneel and walk on a regular basis. Driver's license is required. Rate of pay is $12.14 per hour. Must be able to pass a criminal history check, physical and drug test. Call 651-213-8869 to have an application mailed. Or apply at http://www.chisagocounty.us. Closes July 17th.
**Newspaper Carrier** Are you looking for a way to take in some fresh air, get fit & see more of your neighbors? People of all ages WANTED to fill newspaper carrier routes in White Bear Lake neighborhoods. Call Greg @ Press Publications for more information (651) 407-1241 or email ppcirc@presspubs.com
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Hire Me Smokey's Pub n' Grill We're hiring experienced line cooks, food expo, host and servers Please call today to set up an interview 651 464 6046
North Suburban Grounds Maintenance Co. In search of reliable men & women for FT seas & yr round opportunities. Entry level & experience positions available Good driving record req. M-F. No weekends $10-15/hr. Call Bill @ 651-490-9755 to schedule appointment E-mail amilawn@aol.com
Tow Truck Driver position- light & heavy duty, exp preferred, nights & weekends, must apply in person at Stillwater Towing. 1656 S Greeley St. Stillwater, MN 55082
White Bear Lake United Methodist Church is hiring a part time Administrative Assistant. Please send resume to angela.bruen trup@wblumc.org Job description can be found at www.wblumc.org Click on "Resources" and then "Employment".
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TROLLING MOTOR Minnkota electric trolling motor , Vector 3X, 80lb thrust, 24v system, 40” shaft, low hours Excellent condition $275/BO 715-570-1795
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Big Yard Sale 4917 Stewart Ave,WBL 7/910;9-4 7/11;10-2 wide variety furn,HH,books, jewelry,clths,toys,much misc,retro vint antq
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Five piece bedroom set, oak finish, chest of drawers, embedded lights at head plus mirrors $200 or best offer 651-407-8489
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Sales Buy & Sell Old Records Vinyl, LPs 45s,Cassettes,stereos CDs Go Johnny Go 4775 Banning Av White Bear Lake M-F 1-8 Sat 10-4 612-735-1643 Stw 1904 West Pine Collector Sale vintage/old toys,tractors, trucks, cars Ertl,Tonka,Buddy L ect Friday July 17;8-4 Sat July 18;8-12
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Detail Oriented Admin Assistant to assist with office procedures at office in Lino Lakes, MN. Part Time, Seasonal. Must be efficient with computers. Duties will include phones, typing, filing, organizing etc. Email Resume to Njohnson@egrud.com
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KENNEL HELP DESCRIPTION: Seeking Full-time Kennel Assistant in Hugo • If you are dependable • Able to lift 50 pounds • Can work on your feet • And seeking a long • Good with all breeds term job with growth of dogs potential SHIFT: Friday-Monday 11am - 9pm $12/hour Please email your resume to: info@mndog www.mndogtraining.com training.com
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Submitted photo taught SAHS ly ent Susan Crowell rec Lakeview Hospital Dietitian nutrition. ugh thro e anc form ize their per athletes tips on how to maxim S and SAH by take this class co-sponsored More than 800 students will PowerUp.
Submitted photo Nordic skier ion mp cha ld 2010 SAHS grad and wor rshal of Afton's Fourth Jessie Diggins was grand ma of July parade.
Submitted photo The FLAHS clay target team recently competed at the Minnesota State High School Clay Target League’s 2015 Trap Shooting Championship in Alexandria, bringing home second in varsity competition (class 6A, conference 1) and third in novice (class 6A). In individual competition, novice sophomore Anthony Marier took third of 1,035 contestants and sophomore Vincent Roedel earned a spot at the MSHSL state tournament after taking 16th of 100 contestants.
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Submitted photo FLAHS athlete Emma Benner of Hugo placed ninth in the USATF Jr. National Track Championship 5k race in Eugene, Oregon June 26. The heat reached 95 degrees.
•Whistler Classic Soda in Forest Lake is asking customers to return empty glass bottles if they have 'em. It's getting low due to product volume. The company website has also been hacked; everyone is asked to disregard online reports Whistler is closed. •If you're noticing people with semicolon tattoos, they represent “continuation of lifeâ€? and are being worn in protest of suicide. •Krueger's Sprucegate Christmas Tree Farm in Lake Elmo hosted a Christmas tree convention this week. •SAHS football players Brooks Carroll and Zach Knox recently represented Stillwater in the Annual Minnesota High School All Star Football Game.
•Minnesota Twins pitcher Glen Perkins, a 2001 SAHS grad, was named to the American League All-Star team g for the third consecutive year. f •Luv Ice Cream, the Stillwater-based creator and purvveyor of organic and sugar free versions of the confecttion, plans to open a commercial kitchen and shop in North St. Paul late this summer at the site of a former N ffurniture business. The Lowdown profiled the company iin February of 2014. •Syndie Sorensen is celebrating three years as programs and marketing manager at ArtReach St. Croix. g •Stillwater-based band Ruben has debuted four new ssongs on the site www.daytrotter.com. •MARX Fusion Bistro & Wine Bar held a fundraiser for f the late Scott Zahren June 29 entitled “Bald, Sexy and Proud.â€? •Filmmaker Mick Caouette of Stillwater seeks funding for his next project entitled “Kindred Spirits: The Story of John F. Thomas.â€? It’s about “a North Minneapolis African-American kid of the early 20th-century who grew up to be a pioneer in international refugee assistance.â€? Info: www.indiegogo.com. •FLAHS grad and author Monica McGurk, profiled by the Lowdown in August sof 2014, has published the Submitted Photo second book in her planned trilogy called “Dark Risingâ€? to try the This brave guy was the first (River Grove Books). dae at the five-flavor “CherryBombâ€? sun •Running Aces Director of Marketing Aaron Bedessem r in Forest new Cherry's Ice Cream Parlou said the Blues Traveler concert July 16 may be one of Lake. many offered in the future. “No decisions will be made until after this one is complete,â€? he said of future entertainment. “We want to make sure we are offering our guests the best experience possible, and we are sure we have the best layout to make sure everyone has a good view and can enjoy the show.â€? Food trucks and concessions will be offered July 16, with bench, picnic table and patio table seating for guests.
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