Kellerman’s Event Center to hold 13th annual Halloween costume contest
BY ERIK SUCHY STAFF WRITER
Calling all ghouls, goblins and spooks who are in the mood for some Halloween spirit! White Bear Lake’s very own
Kellerman’s Event Center may have the kind of celebration you seek.
The center will hold its annual costume contest/party from 7:30 to 11 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26. According to Event
Manager Kristin Cranmer, she expects the party’s vibe to be no different from what past attendees have seen. “I hope what people get out of it is that it’s the best Halloween party they’ve ever been to!” said
Cranmer. “It’s always been a fun tradition that people can look forward to.”
The party has been a regular fixture at the center, currently in its
SHORVIEW — The city now has a new city code after City Council approval. It has been 20 years since Shoreview has recodified its code.
“The Shoreview city code is a primary tool for many items,” said Assistant City Manager Renee Eisenbeisz, “such as setting rules and managing developments.”
Ideally, cities review and modify their codes every 10 years. This allows the city to identify conflicting ordinances and inconsistences between chapters and state statutes, update outdated ordinances and organize the code.
The city hired Municode in early 2023 to undertake this project, which includes conducting a thorough review of the code, organizing and indexing the code, recommending updates to outdated ordinances or inconsistencies and providing the city with an ordinance to adopt a new code.
Eisenbeisz said that for the past year and half, Municode and city staff have worked to reorganize the code into two parts and 29 chapters. Staff also used this time to update some language to reflect current practices or match new or updated state statutes.
“Part one is our general ordinances, which outline items such as licenses, alcoholic beverages, utilities and property maintenance. Part two is land use and development,” she explained. Major changes include updates to Chapter 2 and Chapter 4 in the city code. Chapter 2 covers administration.
First USA women’s bobsled team reconnects after 30 years
BY MADELINE DOLBY EDITOR
For over 50 years, women were told they could not participate in bobsledding because it was too dangerous for their body, the sleds were too heavy and the speeds were more than they could handle.
In 1940, Katharin Dewey, great-granddaughter of Melville Dewey, became the first and only woman in sports history to beat out men in the national senior
bobsled competition. At the time, teams were occasionally composed of men and women. However, after she and her three male teammates won the gold medal, women were banned from the sport of bobsledding on a worldwide scale.
It was not until September 26, 1994, that a group of nine women were officially named to the first-ever United States women’s bobsled team.
Liz Parr, a Shoreview resident, was an original member of the first national
U.S. Women’s Bobsledding team.
“I’ve always wanted to be in the Olympics,” Parr explained. “I even have a blurb from junior high, when they do those newspapers and they interviewed me, that was my thing: ‘I want to be in the Olympics.’”
In a Sunday newspaper, Parr saw a short story about what Olympic events would be going on and there was a small want ad for female athletes.
SEE BOBSLED TEAM, PAGE 11
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The original women’s bobsled team consisted of nine members. The group recently traveled to the training center in Lake Placid, New York.
13th ongoing year. According to co-owner Terry Kellerman, the contest is not just an opportunity for attendees to show off their best costumes, but also to increase their chances of winning first place. “It’s quite a competition,” noted Kellerman. “I’ll see the same people come every year with different costumes.
Usually, they’ll leave the previous year thinking to themselves, ‘All right, I’m going to win next year,’ so what they put on can be pretty elaborate.”
As in previous years, the party is reserved for ages 18 and older, a factor that Kellerman and Cranmer partially attribute to the lack of restrictions on what costume attendees can wear (although excessive nudity is prohibited).
For alcoholic beverages, guests can choose three locations for purchases: the Alchemist and/or 4 Deuces Saloon on the lower level, and the center’s main event bar on the second floor. “We will have Oktoberfest beers on tap in the saloon,” said Cranmer, “and guests can buy specialty cocktails over at the Alchemist.”
Despite the Halloween vibe, Cranmer said none of the three locations will sell themed drinks for the party. “We tried doing that the last couple of years, and it’s not very popular,” Cranmer admitted. A cash bar will also be available for attendees.
WildCat Combo, a classic rock cover band that has performed at each of the center’s past Halloween parties, will provide live music from 8 to 11 p.m. Throughout the night, a person dressed in a judge’s costume will go around the center and interact with
guests. According to Kellerman, this is part of the party’s contest nomination process to see who is doing the best job of acting in character. The judge and center staff will keep a list of people they consider the best in character. In between band performance breaks, the “judge” will invite each person on the list to the stage and ask questions, by which the crowd will eliminate contestants by popular vote until the final three remain. First-place winners will receive a $100 gift card to the Alchemist, while second and third-place winners will earn $50 and $25, respectively.
The center’s Halloween parties have tended to draw 200 to 300 people, except during the COVID-19 pandemic. According to Cranmer and Kellerman, they hope to outdo this number this year. “More recently, we’ve been bringing in about 250 people,” said Kellerman. “We’d love to see that go up to 490, which is our max capacity,” added Cranmer.
Tickets for the party will be sold at the door the night of the event.
Erik Suchy is a staff writer at Press Publications. To reach him, please contact him by phone at 651-407-1229 or email at whitebearnews@presspubs.com
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FALL FESTIVAL
When: 6-8 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 24
Where: Mounds View Community Center, 5394 Edgewood Drive
Details: Dress in your favorite Halloween attire and collect goodies and treats throughout the night. Contact: 763-717-4040
SCARECROW TRAIL
CURRENT EVENTS:
RAMSEY COUNTY MASTER GARDENERS: HOME COMPOSTING
When: 6:30-7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 23
Where: Zoom
Details: Learn the science behind and the benefits of home composting. Register by Tuesday, Oct. 22. Contact: www. ramseymastergardeners.org
LADIES OF THE LAKE QUILTING SHOW
When: Noon-4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26; Sunday Oct. 27
Where: Pine Tree Apple Orchard, 450 Apple Orchard Road
Details: Display of quilts made by members of local guild. Contact: pinetreeappleorchard.com
TAMARACK TRICK-OR-TREAT
When: 3-4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26
Where: Tamarack Nature Center, 5287
Otter Lake Road., White Bear Lake Township
Details: Includes games, hand-pressed apple cider and close encounters with live animal. Friendly, costumed characters will hand out treats along the paved prairie loop trail. Registration is required. Contact: ramseycounty.us/content/ tamarack-trick-or-treat
IRONDALE DRAMA DEPARTMENT: ‘THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL’
When: 7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 31; 7 p.m. Friday, Nov. 1; 7 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 2; 1 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 3
Where: Irondale Auditorium, 2425 Long Lake Road, New Brighton
Details: Follow the citizens of the Bikini Bottom as they discover a volcano will soon erupt and destroy their home, SpongeBob and his friends must come together to save the fate of their undersea world. Contact: www.ihsdrama.org
LAUNDRY CAMP AND HOUSE LOVE WITH PATRIC RICHARDSON
When: 6-8 p.m. Monday, Nov. 4
Where: Shoreview Community Center, Details: Hosted by author Patric Richardson. Learn about cleaning, organization, product recommendations and creating a space you’ll love to come home too. Register by Oct. 31
Contact: shoreviewmn.gov.
ROCK THE SCHOOL HOUSE
When: 6-11 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 9
Where: Silverwood Great Hall, 2500 County Road E., New Brighton
Details: Fundraiser for Mounds View Schools Education Foundation. Contact: e.givesmart.com/events/ Ed8/
Halloween event round up
When: Thursday, Oct. 24- Friday, Nov. 1
Where: Community Park, 641 East County Road F., Vadnais Heights
Details: Local businesses, organizations and residents will install scarecrow creations along the trail. Stop out any time to view the entries, then come back here to vote for your favorite. The trail is free and open to the public during park hours
SCARECROW CRAWL
When: Thursday, Oct. 24-Thursday, Oct 31
Where: Rookery Activity Center, 7690 Village Dr., Lino Lakes
Details: Check at the Scarecrow Crawl and vote for your favorite. To register to have a scarecrow, visit LinoLakes.us/scarecrowcrawl/ ST. ODILIA TRUNK-OR-TREAT
When: 6-7 p.m. Friday, Oct. 25
Where: St. Odilia Catholic Church, 3495 Victoria St. N., Shoreview
Details: A safe family environment for trick or treaters. Free to the public. The Lake Johanna Fire Department will also be on site.
LITTLE GOBLINS COSTUME PARTY
When: 6:30-8 p.m. Friday, Oct. 25
Where: Wargo Nature Center, 7701 Main St., Lino Lakes
Details: Kids ages 8 and under can dress up in nonspooky costumes and enjoy crafts, games, treats, photo booth and outdoor activities. Registration information online.
HALLOWEEN PARTY
When: 5- 7 p.m. Friday, Oct. 25
Where: Community Park, 641 East County Road F., Vadnais Heights
Details: Put on your favorite costume and join the community for a party under the lights. Costume parade through the scarecrow trail, free games and treat bags will be provided.
CANDY CRAWL
When: 1-5 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26
Where: Downtown White Bear Lake Details: Family-friendly trick-or-treating event at downtown businesses.
BOO BASH
When: 3-6:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26
Where: McCullough Park, 955 County Road I., Shoreview
Details: Enjoy trick-or-treating, a spooky trail walk, music, bonfire with build your own s’mores and a photo station. Registration required. Contact: shoreviewmn.gov/parks-rec
SCARE IN WHITE BEAR
When: 6:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26
Where: Memorial Beach, 4958 Lake Ave., White Bear Lake
Details: Family-friendly 5K race on a torch-lit path along White Bear Lake. Costumes encouraged. Kid’s fun run at 6 p.m. Halloweenie roast, kids party, and costume contest for people and dogs follows. Registration and details online.
Contact: mmraces.com/scare-in-white-bear
HALLOWEEN HUSTLE
When: 9 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 26
Where: Centerville Elementary
Details: The 7th annual Halloween Hustle will start at Centerville Elementary to the trail and loop back to the school. Pets are welcome.
TRUNK-OR-TREAT/TOUCH A TRUCK
When: 9:30- 11:30 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 26
Where: Centerville Elementary School, 1721 Westview St.
Details: Third annual trunk-or-treat/touch a truck event following the Halloween Hustle 5K. Local businesses decorate their vehicles for Halloween and provide trinkets/candy for children and their parents.
SHEPHERD OF THE HILLS TRUNK ‘N TREAT
When: 2:30-4 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 27
Where: Shepherd of the Hills, 3920 Victoria St. N., Shoreview
Details: Put on your costume and join for an afternoon full of safe trunk or treats in the church parking lot. If you can, bring a free will donation to help the Ralph Reeder Food Shelf.
TRUNK-OR-TREAT
When: 4- 6 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 27
Where: Presbyterian Church of the Way, 3382 Lexington Ave. N., Shoreview
Details: Put on your costume and join for an afternoon full of safe trunk or treats in the church parking lot. Free to the public.
PRE-HALLOWEEN FAMILY ORGAN CONCERT
When: 6 p.m. Monday, Oct. 28
Where: St. Andrew’s Lutheran Church, 900 Stillwater Road, Mahtomedi
Details: 20th annual “Tricks and Treats with the Mighty Organ” concert. The one hour performance, with added special lighting and video effects, is designed with young listeners in mind. Children are invited to come in a non-violent costume and join in a parade inside the room.
HALLOWEEN TRICK OR TREAT AT THE WATERS
When: 5-6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 30
Where: The Waters of White Bear Lake, 3820 Hoffman Road
Details: Invite friends and family. Enjoy a worryfree Halloween indoors. Open to the public.
PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH TRUNK-ORTREAT
When: 5-6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 30
Where: Peace United Methodist Church, 5050 Hodgson Road., North Oaks
Details: A safe family environment for trick or treaters. Teal buckets will be on site for children with allergies.
Contact: 651-484-2226
TRICK OR TREAT AT LYNGBLOMSTEN
When: 10 a.m. to noon Thursday, Oct. 31
Where: Lyngblomsten at Lino Lakes, 6070 Blanchard Blvd.
Details: Stop by the Lyngblomsten campus to trick or treat.
Contact: kolson@lyngblomsten.org
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St. Andrew’s Lutheran Church organist Bill Chouinard will present the 20th annual “Tricks-and-Treats with the “Mighty Organ” concert.
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Attendees of the St. Odilia Trunk-or-Treat grab a photo in their costumes.
Here we go again
Iprayed we would never have to go through this again, but here we are.
The universe needs to give my corgi, Twinkie, a break. She is 6 going on 7 and already has had to deal with so much. If you have read my columns about her before, you likely know that when she was 10 months old, she had to have heart surgery for a genetic defect. Then about a year and a half ago, right after I had my son Royce, Twinkie had to have her left eye removed.
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A few weeks ago, I noticed Twinkie’s right eye looked more red than usual and had a bit more discharge than normal. I immediately started reliving every appointment we went to and the various drops/ointments we tried to no avail. I remember waking up one day and realizing that she had developed an ulcer on her eye and rushing her to the ER, where we were ultimately told, she would need to have eye removal surgery, or the ulcer would kill her if it ruptured.
So as soon as I noticed similar changes in her eye, I made an appointment with an ophthalmologist. I was hoping it was just my trauma response kicking in, but that’s not what happened.
The good news is her eye is making SOME tears, but the bad news is it’s at the MINIMUM level. The last time we went through this her eye was producing zero tears. We tried everything under the sun. Before she developed the ulcer, we were putting five eyedrops a day in her left eye twice a day. She was (and still is) such a trooper.
I’m praying the drops work this time, but they sure didn’t last time. I want to be positive, but it is so hard to be after all we have been through. Her doctor seems optimistic that this eye is far better off, but I can’t help but be worried we are headed down the same path.
I’m also angry. I keep wondering “Why Twinkie?” She has had to deal with so much in her short life. Then I wonder “Why me?” Not only does Twinkie need a break, but I need a break too. I’m still grieving the loss of my white German shepherd Frosty who would have turned 10 later this month.
I know life isn’t fair but COME ON! Is it too much to ask to just have a couple of healthy dogs who live long, happy lives?
Twinkie is my little warrior. If anyone can get through this, she can. For now, I will keep praying that this time around is different, and we don’t end up reliving the past. I will pray that Twinkie, and myself, can keep on chugging along with one eye. Fun fact about me, I’m pretty much blind in my right eye. At a young age, it was discovered that I was focusing all my vision out of one eye, rather than both. Unfortunately, I think we caught it a little too late and were never able to correct it.
But one is better than none.
Twinkie and I head back to the doctor in November to see if the drops are helping increase her tear production. Keep those positive vibes coming.
Shannon Granholm is the managing editor at Press Publications.
Twinkie’s next appointment to check up on her eye is in November.
Shoreview moves towards sustainable future
As I write this month’s article, it does finally feel like fall— the high temperature today is in the low 50’s and it’s windy. Among other things, fall signals election time. Elections will be held on Tuesday, November 5 and early voting has started. Shoreview and the state of Minnesota both have historically high voter turnout. Thank you to the individuals who serve as election judges as well as in other roles at polling locations. I also want to thank our city staff who support the elections held at city hall in addition to their regular duties. This year, I’m invited to speak with some local cub scout troops about elections and local government. I appreciate the chance to talk with these youth and their troop leaders. Beyond the noise and partisanship of today’s campaigns, there stands a method for learning about candidates, understanding the election process,
and what it means for all levels of government. It’s important for our future leaders to understand it.
On a separate topic, I wanted to remind readers that Shoreview recently engaged with Xcel’s Partners in Energy program as a next step towards a sustainable future. Community members, city staff, and Xcel staff worked together to develop an energy action plan that was approved by the city council in August. Through the plan, we aim to save energy and money, increase renewable energy, and reduce fossil fuel consumption. There are action items for residents, businesses, and the city to help meet these goals through a variety of energy programs and opportunities from Xcel.
One of the most effective steps any of us can take is home weatherization. With almost 12,000 housing units, 90% of which were built before 2000, Shoreview has significant potential for residential energy efficiency improvements. Weatherization includes a broad range of small and large improvements that result in energy efficiency and other benefits. Residents can save energy and money through reducing the amount of heating, cooling, and electricity needs. Many improvements can be DIY projects such as caulking around win-
dows, insulating pipes, and adding weatherstripping. Other projects may require a contractor such as adding home insulation or updating windows and doors. Another great feature of weatherization is that often the more you invest, the more you get back and continue to save over the long term.
I recently had an email from a resident concerned about whether Xcel Energy will have the capacity to meet future energy needs, given the demands for electric vehicles and moving to alternative energy sources. Xcel continually plans for future energy needs and part of their mission is to work with all types of customers on energy efficiency which save consumers money. That is a big part of what the Partners in Energy program is all about.
Are you wondering where to start? You can sign up for a visit from the Home Energy Squad. They will come out and provide you with an assessment and next steps personalized to your home that you can choose to pursue. Visit xcelenergy.com/HomeEnergySquad and xcelenergy.com/HomeRebates to learn more.
Sue Denkinger is the mayor of Shoreview.
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Us vs. cancer
One of the most demoralizing, truly frightening aspects of 2015-2024 America is how many GOOD Americans deceived by Trump’s lies and fear mongering have drunk the Kool-Aid and entered the cult.
Now in MANY private conversations: disbelief that so many GOOD Americans have suspended rational thinking; despair that so many have been sucked into Far Right echo chamber Alice-in-Wonderland fairy tales; fear America will repeat Germany’s 1932, turn America into the theocratic plutocracy Trumpers and Far Right have planned for decades, visible in “Project 2025” and partially visible in known “Christian Nationalist” plans.
Claims Trump’s economy better; Democrats solely responsible for inflation; America under “criminal immigrant” siege; crime out of control, etc. — factually false, taken out of context, ignore Republicans creating problems for political gain, ignore DOCUMENTED statistics, ignore COVID-19 effects.
Research 1945-79, 1980-2024 income, wealth, tax rates; crime statistics 1950-2024; Border Patrol funding; 1980-2024 retail prices; CEO confessions they jacked up prices during COVID. Research fascism; authoritarianism; religious freedom; voter suppression; 1789-1939 Supreme Court Second Amendment rulings; America’s record billionaires; Americans having fewer children. For laughs and alarm, find Marjorie Taylor Greene’s “Washington controlling hurricane Helene for political gain” insanity!
In Barbara McQuade’s “Attack From Within”, read “The Authoritarian Playbook” and “Disinformation” sections — how Trump, Putin, Hitler speak.
Read James Gilligan’s “Why Some Politicians Are More Dangerous Than Others” — how DOCUMENTATION 1900- shows America wracked by violent death, social and economic distress — when Republicans held the White House. Research the ORIGINAL Second Amendment — with “conscientious objectors” exemption — as in military service — the REAL intent.
Research Edwin Gaustad’s “Faith of the Founders,” Appendix B: eight states banned active ministers from government, four banned “Religious Tests” for office (Article VI), 10 banned an “Established church” (Amendment One); see 1776 North Carolina Constitution, Articles XXXIV: not “on any pretense whatsoever” would YOU be forced to follow doctrines of a church you didn’t believe in. Are YOU unknowingly believing and repeating Russian and Chinese propaganda? They intend to get YOU to question democracy, election legitimacy,
CONSTRUCTION BRIEF
Hodgson Road reconstruction project officially underway Hodgson Road (County Road 49) will undergo reconstruction this fall from Gramsie Road / Rice Street to Bridge Street in Shoreview. The project’s purpose is to improve pedestrian and bike access in alignment with Ramsey County’s All-Abilities Transportation Plan, which
American government — so does Trump. There are NO good reasons to vote Trump — but MANY bad, undemocratic ones. The greatest American con man ever is working the greatest con ever — for the presidency. Don’t have to lie to your children/grandchildren about YOUR 2024 vote. The 2024 election really isn’t about Trump — it’s about US.
Tom Dolen Shoreview
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2024 reading proficiency down
In the Shoreview Press October 8 issue, Minnesota House candidate Paul Wikstrom stated that since 2019, “reading proficiency is down 16%, math proficiency is down 17%, and science proficiency is down 23%.” He didn’t give a source for his numbers, so I did my own research. According to the Minnesota Department of Education’s Minnesota Comprehensive Assessments, 2024 reading proficiency is down 9%, math is down 9.5%, and science is down 11% from 2019, not 16-23% like Mr. Wikstrom stated.
Ignoring the fact that these numbers do not match Mr. Wikstrom’s claims, it’s true that proficiency rates are lower now compared to 2019. Anyone remember what happened in 2020? Every state experienced drops in proficiency due to the pandemic, not just Minnesota (nationsreportcard.gov). Also, last year’s education bill included the READ Act to address Minnesota’s reading proficiency in addition to investing in early childhood education and increasing funding to districts.
Mr. Wikstrom also stated that Mississippi spends less per student than Minnesota and has a higher fourth grade reading proficiency, implying that Mississippi is doing better with less. He again didn’t give a source. Looking at the National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) scores, I found that Mississippi’s fourth grade reading proficiency was 2% higher in 2022. However, one grade’s single test score does not mean Mississippi is doing better. Historically, Minnesota outshines Mississippi in NAEP scores. In fact, that one test score is the only time Mississippi ever scored higher.
On average, since 2013, Minnesota fourth graders have scored 9% higher in reading and 8% higher in math than Mississippi. Minnesota eighth graders have scored 13% higher in reading and 19% higher in math. Mississippi is currently ranked #45 in both math and reading, according to NAEP scores, while Minnesota is ranked No. 8 in math and No. 18 in reading (hence the READ Act implementation). Using unsourced data to disparage Minnesota’s education system is sloppy. Implying that Mississippi is better educating its students when the data says
was approved by the Ramsey County Board of Commissioners in December 2016. The project will also focus on replacing pavement, improving stormwater management and replacing aging city utilities. Mailboxes for addresses between Snail Lake Road and Floral Drive have been relocated to side streets while sidewalk, trail and roadway grading is ongoing. Excavation and gravel installation from
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Gramsie Road to Rustic Place has been completed, as have curb and gutter installations. Hodgson Road is presently open to business, as is local traffic from Gramsie Road to Highway 96, while a detour using I-694, Lexington Avenue and Highway 96 is open. Rice Street from Rustic Place to County Road F is closed, as is County Road F at Rice Street to traffic crossing.
otherwise is wrong. If that’s how Mr. Wikstrom is going to run his campaign, I can’t help but wonder how he would run Minnesota.
Cindy Quarfoth Shoreview PAID
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Calhoun excellent candidate
I am happy that Janelle Calhoun is running to represent us in District 36A. I think she is an excellent candidate and will do a great job as our representative. She has a degree in conflict resolution and extensive experience leading a foundation and working in the health care, mental health and pharmacy industries. In addition, she has financial planning experience. She is focused on ensuring everyone has access to health care and that we have a strong public education system so that all our students can be successful. Quality education is a key component for a strong community and to prepare students for jobs that are needed to keep our businesses strong. She believes in women’s access to reproductive health care and in supporting the LGBTQ+ community. She also believes in protecting our environment and ensuring our infrastructure is ready to handle our changing weather. She has a long list of endorsements, especially from unions and environmental groups.
The common theme in Janelle Calhoun’s career has been service. Her experience and education position help her to understand the complex challenges that we face. Her background in conflict resolution positions her to be successful in working across the aisle and in crafting solutions that ensure we have a safe, strong community where everyone can thrive. I will be voting for Janelle Calhoun. I hope you will too.
Our United States
United means joined together for a single purpose. We are Americans first, Patriots who love our country. We have different opinions on who and what kind of a president we want in the next four years. We get our opinions from many sources. If we positively knew the information is not true, that it came from an unreliable source or an enemy who does not want our country to be free and thrive, would we still believe it?
We need each other to make our democracy work for all of us and our families. Please vote, as our United States as we know it depends upon U.S.
CORRECTION
In the last edition of the Shoreview Press, there was an error in the letter to the editor titled “House District 40B candidates on education.” A percentage was incorrect due to an error made in the editing process. The percentage should have been 132%, not 32%. The Press apologizes for the error.
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Age: 54
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Shoreview has six polling places where residents are able to vote for the upcoming election. All are handicapped accessible. The polls are open from 7 a.m.-8 p.m. Below are the six locations residents can vote in their precinct:
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• Shepherd of the Hills
Early voting is open for general election
Early voting for the November 5 general election is open at various locations in Ramsey County through Nov. 1. Residents can vote in person at the Ramsey County ElectionsPlato Building, and the Ramsey County libraries in both Shoreview and Roseville.
The Ramsey County
Tara Jebens Singh
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Paul Gardner
Age: 56
City of residence: Shoreview
Occupation: Administrator, Minnesota
Clean Water Council
List 3 most recent civic involvement roles:
• Minnesota Water Steward and Water Conservation Advisor
• Volunteer Board Chair, Recycling Association of Minnesota
• Member of Shoreview’s Energy Action Team with Xcel Energy
Shelly Myrland
Age: 58
City of residence: Shoreview
Occupation: Banking Industry, Sr. VP
List 3 most recent civic involvement roles:
• Current Board member of NYFS
• Currently serve on Shoreview City Council
• Past VP of the Shoreview Economic Development Authority (EDA)
Lutheran Church, 3920 Victoria St. N., Shoreview
• Shoreview City Hall, 4600 Victoria St. N.
• Shoreview Community Center, 4580 Victoria St. N.
• Incarnation Lutheran Church, 4880 Hodgson Road, North Oaks
• Lake Johanna Fire Department, 5545 Lexington Ave.
To find your polling place, go to pollfinder.sos.state. mn.us. For questions, call 651-490-4614.
Elections-Plato Building is open weekdays from 8 a.m.4:30 p.m. It is located at 90 W. Plato Blvd., Suite 160, St. Paul.
Both libraries are open weekdays from 10 a.m.4 p.m. The Shoreview extension of the Ramsey County Library is located at 4560 Victoria St. N. The Roseville extension is located at 2180 Hamline Ave. N.
Mounds View residents cast their votes at Community Center
Mounds View residents are able to cast their vote on election day at one location.
On election day, Mounds View residents can vote at the Mounds View Community Center, 5394 Edgewood Drive from 7 a.m.- 8 p.m. Precincts 1, 2 and 3 vote in the Event Center. Precinct 4 should vote in the Tree House Room.
For candidate, and voting, information residents can go to tinyurl.com/k2tsxr9h.
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RAMSEY COUNTY SHERIFF REPORTS
The Ramsey County Sheriff’s Office reported the following selected incidents in Shoreview:
• Ramsey County Sheriff’s Office deputies took a report of a trailer parked at a construction site near the intersection of Victoria Street N. and County Road E that was broken into and pillaged overnight Sept. 8-9. Among the stolen items were a paint sprayer and a 3,000-watt generator.
• A resident in the 400 block of Horseshoe Drive on Sept. 9 reported being sent an email by someone with nefarious intentions. The email was loaded with malware that rendered his cell phone inoperable. The unscrupulous person then tried to force the complainant to pay $2,000 to have access restored.
• A resident in the 600 block of Tanglewood Drive on Sept. 9 turned up at the patrol station to turn in a set of keys he found in his yard. The keys on the carabiner clip included a Volvo key fob.
• A resident in the 1500 block of Park Street on Sept. 9 reported the neighbor for harassment, as part of an ongoing issue. Most recently, the neighbor threatened to strangle the complainant’s girlfriend. Deputies provided information on how to pursue a harassment retraining order.
• A resident in the 4300 block of Chatsworth Street on Sept 9 visited the patrol station to turn in a backpack containing a cell phone and charging cord she’d found on her lawn.
• A Shoreview man, 55, was cited for speeding at 5:43 p.m. Sept. 9 in the 4100 block of Snail Lake Road. At 5:55 p.m. Sept. 9 a Shoreview youth, 16, was cited for speeding in the 4000 block of Brigadoon Drive. At 6:12 p.m., a third Shoreview man, 30, was cited for speeding in the 4100 block of Snail Lake Blvd.
• A Roseville man reported being involved in a hit-and-run crash at the intersection of Highway 96 and Pleasant Lake Road on Sept. 9. The driver of a gold Dodge Durango rear-ended the complainant’s vehicle while it was waiting at a stoplight and drove away without stopping.
• A resident in the 1000 block of Harriet Avenue on Sept. 10 reported one of his handguns stolen while it was being stored at a private home
in Isanti. The gun was entered into the National Crime Information Center database as stolen. The case was then transferred to an outside agency.
• Two Hellstar T-shirts and a pair of Hellstar shorts, valued at approximately $1,000, were reported stolen Sept. 10 from a spare bedroom in the 4400 block of Snail Lake Blvd. where they had been stored.
• A St. Paul man, 60, was arrested Sept. 10 in the 500 block of Highway 96 on an outstanding felony warrant out of Ramsey County and a felony motor vehicle theft warrant out of Washington County, after deputies were called out on a disorderly conduct report.
• A resident in the 1400 block of Willow Creek Lane on Sept. 11 reported that someone had hacked her Amazon account and had fraudulently purchased a laptop computer that cost more than $1,500.
• The driver of a white vehicle was reported for hit-and-run Sept. 11 at the intersection of Hodgson Road and County Road I after his vehicle made damaging contact with the bumper of the complainant’s vehicle before driving away without stopping.
• A Shafer woman reported her wallet went missing Sept. 14 while she was shopping at Trader Joe’s in the 1000 block of Red Fox Road. Later, she noticed fraudulent transactions on her bank accounts.
• Ramsey County Sheriff’s Office deputies on Sept. 14 took a hit-andrun report from a resident in the 3500 block of Owasso Street, whose vehicle was struck while it was parked outside her home.
• A Falcon Heights man, 45, was cited for gross misdemeanor theft Sept. 14 after he was found to have allegedly stolen nearly $700 worth of merchandise from the Shoreview Target in the 3800 block of Lexington Avenue. His case has been sent to the city attorney for consideration of charges.
• A Shoreview man, 26, was cited for theft Sept. 15 after his roommate in the 4100 block of Lexington Avenue N. reported him for sneaking into her bedroom on multiple occasions to steal several pairs of underpants out of her dresser. The victim was also given information on pursuing
a harassment restraining order.
• A Shoreview woman on Sept. 16 reported her wallet stolen from underneath her chair while she was enjoying a bonfire at a friend’s house in the 3900 block of Victoria Street N. The thief has since tried to fraudulently use her bank accounts to make purchases. This case is also under investigation.
• A resident in the 1100 block of West Royal Oaks Drive on Sept. 17 reported hit-and-run damage to the front passenger side of her vehicle.
• A Shoreview man, 76, was issued a trespass notice Sept. 17 after deputies responded to a disorderly conduct call at the Holiday gas station in the 3400 block of Rice Street. The suspect, for reasons known only to him, began harassing an employee filling an ice cooler outside the station.
• A St. Paul man, 25, was cited Sept. 18 on I-694 for driving after revocation and for possession of a controlled substance after deputies pulled the driver over for erratic driving and discovered his revoked status, as well as his stash.
• A Shoreview man, 32, was cited Sept. 20 at the intersection of County Road I and Aldine Street for illegally dumping a landscaping block on property that didn’t belong to him. After the subject accepted the citation, he agreed to pick up and dispose of the material in, what is hoped, a more legal manner.
• A Falcon Heights man, 32, was arrested Sept. 20 in the 3500 block of Tiffany Lane on several outstanding warrants out of Ramsey County.
• A resident in the 3500 block of Vivian Avenue on Sept. 21 reported several juveniles for harassing him and throwing fireworks in his yard before running away. On arrival, deputes found the scorch marks, but no wannabe pyrotechnicians.
• Deputies responded to a Sept. 21 report of four males hanging signs over the pedestrian bridge at the intersection of Cardigan Road and Soo Street and made them remove the banners before dispersing.
• A St. Anthony man reported his wallet stolen Sept. 21 from a locker at the Shoreview Community Center in the 4500 block of Victoria Street N. while he was taking a shower.
Loretta Harding
Such persons as desire to be heard with reference to the proposed assessment will be heard at this meeting.
An owner may appeal an assessment to District Court pursuant to Minnesota Statute 429.081 by serving notice of appeal upon the Mayor or City Manager of the City within 30 days after the adoption of the assessment and filing such notice with the District Court within ten (10) days after service upon the Mayor or City Manager; however, no appeal may be taken as to the amount of any individual assessment unless a written objection signed by the affected property owner is filed with the City Manager prior to the assessment hearing or presented to the presiding officer at the hearing.
You may at any time prior to certification of the assessment to the County Auditor, pay the entire assessment on such property to the City of Shoreview. No interest shall be charged on this assessment.
BACKGROUND
The property proposed to be assessed for such abatement is described above. The City of Shoreview’s total cost of the abatement is $9,300.00, which is the amount proposed to be assessed over a 10 year period.
Per your request the account balance will be certified to the County Auditor as a lien against the property to be payable for a period of 10 years, and the County Auditor will levy an assessment starting on next year’s tax statement. Even though these charges will be added to the property tax statement, this does not make them tax deductible on your income taxes. According to Internal Revenue Code Section 164, only the total property before special assessments and other charges can be deducted for income tax purposes. Special assessments and service charges such as certified delinquent abatement bills (including administrative fees, late fees, and the cost of the abatement) are not deductible because they represent charges for services that, if paid in a timely fashion, would not have been collected on the property tax statement. If you have any questions relating to your account or the certification process, please feel free to contact me at 651-490-4658 or via email at nhill@ shoreviewmn.gov BY ORDER OF THE CITY COUNCIL /s/ Brad
PUBLIC SAFETY BRIEFS
Lake Johanna Fire Department’s training focuses on auto extrication
Earlier this month, the Lake Johanna Fire Department held its weekly training, which focused on auto extrication. Firefighters trained on the tools on Engine 142 and practiced different methods of extricating patients, blackboarding and beating up the cars.
Dwelling fire brings in multiple departments
Around 8 p.m. Friday, Oct. 4, multiple fire crews were dispatched to a dwelling fire that broke out in the 800 block of Tanglewood Drive in Shoreview. Heavy flames were coming from the front and right side of the home. Crews had water issues due to the significant setback of the residence from hydrants. The Lake Johanna Fire Department was one of the crews on the scene.
Pedestrian injured after being struck by car
According to the Mounds View Police Department, officers were called to the intersection of County Road H and Edgewood Drive around 7:17 p.m. Monday, Oct. 7, after a pedestrian was struck by a car. The pedestrian was injured and brought to the Hennepin County Medical Center for medical care. Their identity and condition is not known at this time.
Mounds View police say the driver of the vehicle is cooperating with law enforcement. The investigation is ongoing.
CITY
OF NORTH OAKS
NOTICE OF LAKE AERATION TO PREVENT WINTERKILL AT GILFILLAN LAKE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City of North Oaks has applied for an aeration permit for Gilfillan Lake to prevent winterkill. The aerator is located on the NW side of the lake at 8 Poplar Lane, North Oaks, MN, 55127 – Section17, T30N, R22 W, Ramsey County. The aerator helps add oxygen to the water in Gilfillan Lake. When lakes freeze over in the winter and become iced over, no new oxygen can make its way into the water. When it snows on the ice no sunlight can reach the underwater plants, and they cannot make oxygen.
PHOTOS BY NORTH METRO FIRE BUFF | CONTRIBUTED Firefighters work on dissembling, or beating up, the car.
Lake Johanna Fire Department firefighters practice safely removing a patient during the training session.
First Person Plural: Honoring immigrant stories in White Bear Lake
On the grounds of White Bear Center for the Arts, you might see new—even familiar faces. In the form of huge black and white mural portraits, local artist and White Bear Lake resident Cadex Herrera’s latest project, “First Person Plural,” shares the journeys of immigrants who now call White Bear Lake home.
Through in-depth conversations and interviews with ten immigrant community members, Herrera has created a powerful two-part project: a documentary that serves as a vital record, telling their stories and ways they’ve enriched their communities; and a series of murals that bring their faces to the public eye.
Herrera is a local mural artist who has created First Person Plural installations across the metro area, and now brings the project to White Bear Lake. First Person Plural refers to the collective pronouns “we,” “us” and “our.” In this project, Herrera zeroes in on the pronoun “we,” the first word in the Constitution of the United States. Embracing “we,” Herrera moves beyond the individual to emphasize community and togetherness.
“We immigrants are the invisible
force that makes this country work,” Herrera notes. “These murals are meant to make them visible.” One of the stories Herrera hopes to tell is that of Peter Atakpu, a lifelong educator who moved to the United States from Nigeria at a young age. Peter served as a principal in the St. Paul public school district for many years and is now the director and owner of the Mathnasium of White Bear Lake.
For many years, Peter and his wife have cultivated an impressive business, embodying the spirit of resilience and growth that exists in all of Herrera’s subjects. In conversation with Herrera, Peter shared his journey that began when he arrived in Minnesota over 40 years ago. Knowing limited English and speaking with a thick accent, he recalled
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people underestimating him because of his accent, and being perceived as less intelligent. With multiple degrees including a doctorate of philosophy in educational leadership, he defies that narrative. And now he uses his experience to help struggling students understand and excel in math.
Herrera collaborated with local organizations including Many Faces, the White Bear Lake Area Schools, White Bear Center for the Arts and the Rotary Club of White Bear Lake to connect him with folks willing to tell their stories, talking with ten immigrants over the course of a year.
As an immigrant himself, moving from Belize to the United States to pursue art when he was 19 years old, Herrera knows what it’s like to feel oth-
art! Compete in a pumpkin carving contest, and walk in a costume parade, fill out an art passport to enter a raffle, while giving several art mediums a try.
WBCA Cinema Club
White Bear Center for the Arts
November 7, 6:30-9:00 PM
WBCA is kicking off our movie screening series with the 1941 classic “Citizen Kane.” Often considered the best film ever made, see
er. “I remember walking into different spaces, the grocery store, or the library and realizing that I was different,” he says. “I didn’t want to be seen, and it took me a long time to say, ‘It’s okay for me to be in these spaces.’” That’s what he hopes to accomplish with this installation, for immigrants to feel seen and welcomed.
In the murals, faces are made up of dots akin to those of a demographic map. The dots represent numbers, statistics, and mobility. Inspired by photographs taken by Herrera, shot at a lower angle with the subject facing the viewer, each image is imbued with dignity as if to say “Look at me–I am here, look me in the eye.”
You can see “First Person Plural” on view at White Bear Center for the Arts starting Oct. 24, through May 2025.
This is a Many Faces event hosted by White Bear Center for the Arts. This exhibition is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a grant from the Minnesota State Arts Board, thanks to a legislative appropriation by the Minnesota State Legislature; and by a grant from the National Endowment for the Arts.
how this groundbreaking film has influenced the media we watch today.
Fuddy Meers
The Hanifl Performing Arts Center Black Box Theatre November 1-11
Century College Playhouse presents their fall play, a poignant, yet brutal comedy about a woman’s quest to regain her memory.
• Resident JoAnn Toth raised questions regarding the construction occurring at the former Union Gospel Mission property. Toth asked questions regarding the grading permit, the landscape design plan and the development agreement regarding an inspection of preserved trees on site.
Assistant City Manager Renee Eisenbeisz said she would follow up with Toth after speaking with city staff.
• Council Member Jon Doan encourages residents to vote on Nov. 5. He ensures that Shoreview has a safe voting system in place in partnership with Ramsey County Elections.
• Council Member Cory Springhorn announced that at 2 p.m. Nov. 9, Shoreview Historical Society member Wendy Rossi will give a presentation at the St. Paul Downtown Public Library about the dollhouse gifted to her by her grandfather. She has donated the dollhouse to the Ramsey County Historical Society.
• Mayor Sue Denkinger provided updates to current construction projects on
Hodgson/Gramsie Road and Rice Street. Curb and gutter installation took place early this October at the Hodgson/ Gramsie Road site. Rice Street is scheduled to be open by the end of November or earlier.
• PaveDrain and Parkstone Contracting will supply and install permeable pavers blocks at the city’s maintenance facility parking area after council accepted quotes from both companies.
PaveDrain quote was $47,058 and Parkstone Contracting’s quote was $66,410. The city’s 2024 capital improvement plan includes funding for permeable pavement rehabilitation projects, and the permeable pavement located at the city’s maintenance facility is in need of replacement. The total cost based on both companies’ quotes is $113,468.
• Security cameras have been purchased for installation at McCullough Park and Bucher Park. A building access control system will also be installed at both parks. These projects will total about
$73,595. It will cost around $27,654 to install security cameras and the system at McCullough Park. The cost for these measures at Bucher Park will be around $45,940. The objective is to help reduce vandalism and offer a simple method for associations and vendors to access park buildings.
Parks maintenance staff have noticed a reduction in vandalism since these items have been implemented in other community parks. The building access control systems have helped save time by staff not having to drive to these sites to unlock doors. It also saves costs by not having to rekey door locks and issue new keys. Pro-Tec Design will be responsible for the projects.
• Shoreview resident Tim Thompson, property owner at 874 Colleen Avenue, will be able to build a 280-squarefoot accessory structure for his woodworking hobby following council approval.
• The city will enter into a two-year audit contract with the firm Malloy, Montague, Karnowski, Radosevich & Co. PA (MMKR) after Mayor
Sue Denkinger and City Manager Brad Martens executed the appropriate contract document. In 2020, the city council approved a five-year contract with MMKR for auditing services for the years 2020-2024. The current contract will expire with the completion of the Dec. 31, 2024, audit.
• Julia Gronert will be the student member on the Shoreview Environmental Quality Committee for a term extending through her high school graduation in May 2025.
• Ethan Peterson and Cheryl Hiner have been appointed to the public safety committee. Peterson will serve on the committee until Jan. 31, 2026. Hiner will be on the committee until Jan. 31, 2027.
The next Shoreview City Council meeting will take place at 7 p.m. Monday, Nov. 4, in council chambers.
Madeline Dolby
North metro business earns accreditation for 2nd year
Snowbird Home Watch has earned accreditation from the National Home Watch Association for a second year. The association was formed in 2009 in order to establish and maintain the highest industry standards for Home Watch and absentee homeowner services throughout the United States and Canada.
The business was started by Ana Cantell, of North Oaks, after she began to watch over her parents’ house while they vacationed in Mexico each winter.
Snowbird Home Watch serves the northeast metro area of the Twin Cities, including North Oaks, White Bear Lake, Shoreview, Vadnais Heights, Arden Hills, Dellwood, Mahtomedi, Lino Lakes, Hugo and Blaine. Learn more from her website at www. snowbirdhomewatchmn.com.
North Oaks resident Ana Cantell started Snowbird Home Watch after she began watching over her parents’ house.
BOBSLED TEAM: Original team members come together for documentary
“They were looking for females to start the bobsledding team,” she said. “So, I saw it (the advertisement) and I kept it for a week, thinking ‘This is not true.’ So, then I called them, and they wanted athletes’ resumes.” Parr sent out her athlete resume. Growing up, Parr did track, gymnastics and volleyball.
Parr added that other teammates had seen the same want ad in the paper. The women were invited out to the training center in Lake Placid in February 1994 to see the complex, use the weight room and take a six-item test. They were then invited back in May 1994. In August that same year, Parr said they had their very first Push Championship for women.
“They had this dryland track, where you actually have to push a sled on a roller,” Parr explained when describing what the Push Championship was. “And you get a certain time for it. They compiled that with the six-item test (to) see where you are.”
At the time, there was nothing on the record for women regarding timing. As a consequence, Parr said, they went by all the men’s times. Around 15 women tried out; only nine were selected to be on the team.
“Starting something new, we had a lot of adversity, from no coaches to no uniforms,” she explained. “People didn’t want us there (at competitions) because we were taking away from the sliding time for men.”
According to Parr, the women did not have uniforms, a proper coach, gear or sleds. She added that they planned to compete with used sleds and handmade uniforms.
Sleds were designed for men over 6 feet tall. Since the athletes on the U.S. women’s team were smaller in stature, they had to duct-tape blocks onto the foot pegs of the sleds. Without proper suits, the women also suffered severe ice burning. To combat this, they used duct tape to protect their skin.
In 1995, the group sent two teams to compete at the Women’s International Cup. One of the teams consisted of Chrissy Spiezio and Parr. In February, team member Michelle Powe and her partner Slader competed at the first National Championship.
“For me, it was great because I was with strong women again,” Parr explained. “And I really
COMMUNITY BRIEFS
Adopt a trail in Shoreview; various segments available
Shoreview has nearly 90 miles of trails around the city. Currently, there are various Adopt-a-Trail segments available for adoption. The program provides residents and local businesses a chance to volunteer their time to help keep the trails clean. The Adopt-a-Trail program is a two-year commitment beginning in the fall every year. To see the trail map and for more information, go to www.shoreviewmn.gov/parks-rec/trails/adopt-atrail.
Mayor for a Day contest accepts essays
The League of Minnesota Cities’ annual essay contest, Mayor for a Day, is back. Students in fourth, fifth and sixth grade can enter for a chance to win a cash prize and recognition in the Minnesota Cities magazine.
Essays are due Friday, Dec. 13. For more information, go to www.lmc.org/about/mayor-for-aday-essay-contest.
CITY BRIEF
Mounds View installs Flock Safety System
The city of Mounds View has installed the Flock Safety System to help keep the community safe. The Flock Safety System is a deployment of cameras throughout an area to provide greater coverage and more detailed information for law enforcement. The program in Mounds View includes 10 cameras that are strategically spread throughout the community. Cameras capture date, time, location, license plate and vehicle details.
Flock allows officers to receive real-time alerts when stolen vehicles, Amber Alerts or persons who are wanted by law enforcement enter the city. It does not use facial recognition and is not tied to personal idenfitied.
For more information, reach out to Mounds View Deputy Chief Hellpap at 763-717-4096.
team.
enjoyed being part of a team again, having been part of a team and an athlete all my life. So that part was great.” She added that some of her teammates are still friends today.
After making the team, Parr and her teammates went to Calgary, Alberta, to learn how to slide. They walked up and down the track to learn where the curves were, how many curves there were and how to position their bodies when going down the track. Parr said that first year was a lot of learning, driving, crashing and learning how to move with the bobsled.
“It is one of the most dangerous sports in the world, and yet, we weren’t given a whole lot to start with,” she said. “There were a lot of crashes at the start.” Parr drove the sled and was also a breaker. Parr and a group of teammates were invited to Germany in August 1995 because Germany had heard that the U.S. had formed the first national women’s team.
“Four of us went over, and we were treated like royalty,” Parr said, “‘cause they thought we were actually the very first team in the world.” The four of them participated in the Obeirhof Germany International Push Competition. The teams placed fifth and sixth overall. They also attended press conferences.
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“We were actually the ambassadors for the United States National team. It was surreal,” she added.
In February 1996, Cindy Reidy became the national champion after competing at the National Race in Lake Placid. The team of Laurie Millett and Alexandra Allred placed second overall.
In 2002, Jill Bakken Linder won the first-ever Olympics Women’s Bobsleigh gold medal for Team USA along with her partner, Vonetta Flowers. Bakken Linder was one of the original national team members from 1994.
Now, the team will be able to tell their story in a documentary titled “Icebreakers.” The documentary will follow the group of athletes that made up the original team and showcase their journey leading up to the first U.S. Women’s Bobsled Push Championship.
Currently, the team is working on raising funds to help pay for the camera crew. To make a contribution, go to gofund.me/d16d1905.
Madeline Dolby is editor of the Shoreview Press. She can be reached at 651-431-1226 or shoreviewnews@presspubs.com.
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PHOTOS CONTRIBUTED
Michelle Powe (left) and Parr (right) grab a photo by a sled at a competition.
Christine Spiezio (left) and Liz Parr (right) were two of the first nine women on the U.S. National Women’s Bobsledding
CITY CODE: Changes, updates made to language
City staff recommended that similar language across the different advisory boards be used for terms, vacancies, organization and meetings and reports.
Chapter 4 covers alcoholic beverages. Staff are recommending that the chapter match the state statutes for definitions and hours. The state currently allows on-sale liquor licenses for businesses to operate from 8 a.m.-1 a.m., MondaySunday. An on-sale license allows the sale of alcohol for consumption on the premises. For off-sale liquor licenses, the state statue says sales can occur from 8 a.m.- 10 p.m. MondaySaturday, and 11 a.m.- 6 p.m. Sundays. Off-sale is a term that refers to the sale of alcoholic beverages in their original containers for consumption offsite.
Eisenbeisz said the language currently found in Chapter 4 is confusing and contradicts itself. By updating the language, it would clear up confusion.
Staff also recommended that Chapter 10 be updated. Chapter 10 in the city code handles businesses and licenses that the city requires. Staff are asking to remove language prorating fees if a license application is received mid-year because the staff time does not change whether it’s mid-year or during the usual renewal period. They are also asking to remove language for licenses or information that the city no longer requires, such as a charitable gambling tax, lawn fertilizing services and tree contractor references. The time frame for a peddler’s permit will be adjusted from 60 days to 90 days to cover the summer season.
Other chapters that undergo changes are chapters 14, 20, 22, 26 and 107.
Shoreview resident Susan Thomas expressed her concerns regarding the new proposed city code.
“I am not in favor of passing the new city code right now until
Irondale Drama Department hosts ‘The SpongeBob Musical’ for fall
This fall, the Irondale Drama Department will put on ‘The SpongeBob Musical.’ The musical is based on the animated series created by Stephen Hillenburg and features a book by Kyle Jarrow, with original songs by Yolanda Adams, Steven Tyler and Joe Perry of Aerosmith and more. Follow the citizens of the Bikini Bottom as they
it is updated with a new housing code, with stricter rules and clear consequences,” Thomas said. “If you want Shoreview to be a first-class suburb, you do need to raise your expectations of homeowners.”
Property maintenance is currently included under the development code, Chapter 200. Eisenbeisz noted that she will have to check with city staff to see if property maintenance will be a part of the comprehensive review they are completing.
“As you know, when we do have a property maintenance issue, there are several layers to it,” she explained, “with sending a warning letter, then the first citation, second citation and then abatement. But all of that does take several months to complete.”
The new city code was approved in a 5-0 vote. The city code can be found online at shoreviewmn.gov.
Madeline Dolby
discover a volcano will soon erupt and destroy their home. SpongeBob and his friends must come together to save the fate of their undersea world. Opening night’s performance will be at 7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 31. Other performance dates include 7 p.m. Friday, Nov. 1; 7 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 2; 1 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 3. All shows will take place at Irondale Auditorium, 2425 Long Lake Road, New Brighton. Tickets can be purchased online at www.ihsdrama. org.
IRA Charitable Distribution
Building a Better Community through Charitable Giving
Make a tax-free gift to the Shoreview Community Foundation from an IRA in 2019
The Foundation at Work in Our Community
Building a Better Community through Charitable Giving
Details:
By connecting the generosity of people with the evolving needs of Shoreview, the Shoreview Community Foundation enriches our quality of life. The Foundation provides grants according to predetermined guidelines to non-profit organizations or units of governmental from its permanent endowment fund.
Individuals who are age 70 or older can make gifts of up to $100,000 directly from their IRA to one or more qualified charities, without paying federal income tax of the withdrawal. This option provides tax savings to donors even if they do not itemize deductions.
• Donors must be age 701/2 or older at the time the gift is made.
• The funds must be transferred directly to a qualified public charity. It is important not to withdraw the funds before making a gift.
By connecting the generosity of people with the evolving needs of Shoreview, the Shoreview Community Foundation enriches our quality of life. The Foundation provides grants according to predetermined guidelines to non-profit organizations or units of governmental from its permanent endowment fund.
There are many options for making undesignated or designated, tax deductible gifts or bequests by will or trust.
• Gifts cannot be used to fund a gift annuity or charitable remainder trust.
• Each donor may give up to $100,000 per year.
There are many options for making undesignated or designated, tax deductible gifts or bequests by will or trust.
• Gifts can be used to satisfy the donor’s required minimum distribution.
• Donors can exclude the distribution from income on their federal tax returns. If they do, they will not receive a charitable income tax reduction.
• To qualify for tax-free treatment, donors cannot receive goods or services, or a personal benefit (such as tickets for events) in return for the IRA charitable distribution.
Contact the Shoreview Community Foundation at: www.shoreviewcommunityfoundation.org
“The Slice of Shoreview applied for a grant from the Shoreview Community Foundation to help us present Shrek, the Musical at our summer festival last July. This event was held on Saturday afternoon on our main stage and was a total crowd pleaser. The professionalism of the young performers was evident, and the enjoyment of the multigenerational audience was reflected in the smiles on their faces. It was a great way to kick off the stage events of the day and the Slice of Shoreview committee is grateful for the opportunity to present this well know presentation to our community!!”
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Casting a light on bullying and harassment in high school
BY ERIK SUCHY STAFF WRITER
Sticks and stones may break one’s bones, but words and actions have the power to hurt just as much.
October is Bullying Awareness Month, a crucial opportunity to raise awareness of bullying nationwide. Press Publications spoke to different high school student counselors and principals to discuss the short and long-term effects of bullying and what steps they and students can take to tackle the problem.
According to White Bear Lake Area High School Counselor Grace White, both short- and long-term effects of bullying can affect a student’s sense of safety and selfworth. “The short-term effects on students can play out where they feel like they don’t belong in our school or among their peers,” said White. “This can cause adverse mental health issues and impact how they show up in classes and social circles.” The same effects are felt in the longterm as well: “Long-term bullying can negatively impact the way a student shows up at school and within the community, including their self-esteem and confidence.”
According to the district’s school board policy 514, anyone who is a target of bullying must report the incident to an appropriate school district official. The complaint is to be documented or forwarded to an administrator. Within three days of this report, an investigation into the alleged incident is to be conducted, with disciplinary action sought upon completion.
“It is the responsibility of all in the school community to work together to create safe,
nurturing and inspiring environments,” added White.
Carolyn Babekuhl, a school-based therapist at Mounds View High School, said that the short- and long-term effects of bullying can lead to other issues in the targeted student’s behavior. “It can cause them to gain difficulty in maintaining self-confidence,” said Babekuhl, “which can impact them in the long term. This can lead to them developing mental health issues because of how much students are trying to cope with the threats they’ve received. It can cause them to really be on guard and become hypervigilant in certain circumstances. This can all lead to a lot of different long-term challenges, as well.”
Mounds View School District’s procedures for bullying are outlined on its website under Regulation EG-3107. Under that regulation, the school’s principal must receive all reports on bullyingrelated incidents, whether verbally or in writing. Much like in White Bear Lake schools, an investigation is conducted within three days of a filed report, in which numerous factors about the bully themselves are analyzed, including their maturity levels and/or special needs, the nature and frequency of the behavior and past documented incidents. The bully will also be allowed to present a defense of their actions prior to the end of the investigation. According to the website, “any consequences given should be sufficient enough to deter future violations and appropriate account for any behaviors that violate this policy and regulation.”
Erik Suchy is a staff writer for Press Publications. He can be reached at 651-4071229 or whitebearnews@presspubs.com.
Mustangs clout Park, St. Michael-Albertville; playoffs next
BY BRUCE STRAND SPORTS CONTRIBUTOR
With their offense rumbling for the last month, Mounds View heads into state playoffs with a 6-2 record and the Number 1 seed in their quadrant of the Class 6A playoffs.
The Mustangs have rung up 159 points in the last four games including wins of 37-12 over Park and 37-0 over St. Michael-Albertville (STMA) the last two weeks.
They will host Coon Rapids on Friday at 7 p.m. in the first round of playoffs.
“Our offense is doing a really good job, especially in the first half, getting a good jump (on opponents) and finishing drives,” coach Aaron Moberg said.
Their passing game has been sharp during Jacob Sampson’s two seasons at quarterback and their ground game has improved markedly as the season progressed.
“We knew that to get where we want to go, we have
to get better at running the ball,” Moberg said. “We have been really physical up front with our offensive line.”
That line, you might call them the Fifties Club, consists of center Emmett Haryn (58), right guard Caleb Lundgren (52), right tackle Robert Essie (55), left guard Hudson Voght (51) and left tackle Jonah Willard (59). They occasionally station defensive lineman Sam Crane at tight end.
Mitch Olson has been a running threat all season, even more so since the Mustangs put track standout Godson Rufus-Okomhanru in the backfield with him. Defenses can’t key on Olson now.
The Mustangs posted their first shutout against STMA. They’ve held two teams to seven points.
Mustangs 37, Park 12
The Mustangs rolled up 286 yards in 50 rushes, led by Olson with 139 yards in 22 carries. Godson RufusOkomhabru gained 54 in five carries, Jacob Sampson 31 in six, Cayden Tran 31 in nine and Jonny Gale 27 in
Mustangs roll into state tourney
BY BRUCE STRAND SPORTS CONTRIBUTOR
Mounds View is headed back to the state girl’s tennis tournament after foiling Stillwater 5-2 in the Section 4AA finals on Oct. 9 at Lifetime Fitness in White Bear Lake. The Mustangs placed fifth at state last year.
The Mustangs, ranked No. 3, are 16-3 with 14 straight wins, including 6-1 over Totino-Grace and 5-2 over HillMurray to reach the section finals.
Coached by Scott Sundstrom, they are seeded third and will face Bemidji at 2 p.m. on Tuesday at the University of Minnesota. Other pairings are No. 1 Rochester Mayo vs. Eden Prairie at 8 a.m., No. 4 Maple Grove vs. No. 5 Elk River at 10 a.m. and No. 2 Edina vs. East Ridge at noon.
Mounds View will have two doubles
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The Mounds View girls tennis team grabs a championship photo.
teams at state as junior Rory Wahlstrand and freshman Reese Walstrand placed first and seniors Shae Crockarell and Avery Schifsky placed second in the conclusion Oct. 14. In the team finals, Rory Walstrand won 6-3, 6-0; Reese Wahlstrand won 6-0, 6-0; Crockarell/ Stella Fagerlie won 6-4, 6-2; Annika Dox/Sofia Kostinovski won 6-1, 6-1; and Avery Dove/Audrey Halverson won 6-3, 6-1. Stillwater beat Avery
Schifsky and Sonam Bhaskar at 3-4 singles. In doubles, the Walstrand sisters were 5-0. They beat Roseville’s Melanie Gravdahl/Sophia Dana 6-1, 6-0 in the semifinals while Crockarell/ Schifsky turned back White Bear Lake’s Tally Domschot/Ellia Gronewald 7-6, 6-4. The Wahlstrands won the finals 6-0, 6-1 over Crockarell/ Schifsky, who then beat the Roseville duo in a true-second match 6-3, 7-5.
ATHLETE OF THE WEEK Mitch Olson
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Mitch Olson is a big reason why Mounds View (6-2) has revved up its ground game the last two weeks to augment their already proficient air game. Olson, 5-foot-10 and 180 pounds, carried 17 times for 124 yards and two touchdowns in a 37-0 win over St. Michael-Albertville, after rolling up 139 yards in 22 totes in a 37-12 win over Park. “We can always expect an explosive play with Mitch,” coach Aaron Moberg said. “He has a good burst of speed and he’s been running hard. He gets extra yards after contact.” With a previous high of 66 yards, he has about 450 yards rushing and five touchdowns. Also, a standout safety, he has two defensive touchdowns, on a blocked punt and an interception. In hockey, he’ll enter his last prep season with 13 career goals and 19 assists.
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four. Sampson was 5-for-7 passing for 46 yards with an 11-yard touchdown to Rufus-Okomhanru.
Touchdowns, in order, were Sampson’s 15-yard run, Olson’s 11-yard run, Joey Muhlstein’s sevenyard run, Sampson’s pass to Rufus-Okomhanru from 11 yards, and Muhlstein’s one-yard run. Cooper Fellman booted a 21-yard field goal and was 3-for-4 on conversions.
The Park Wolfpack had two field goals and a touchdown pass.
Mustangs 37, STMA 0
Olson rushed for touchdowns from 55 and three yards and scored again on an interception and 33yard return. He carried 17 times for 124 yards.
Sampson was 9-for-10 for 67 yards throwing short passes. He hit seven different receivers with Jack Dahl scoring on a six-yard pass. Sampson scored on a four-yard run.
Cooper Fellman kicked a 33-yard field goal, his fifth of the season, and was 3-for-3 on extra points.
Mustang boys out stride Stillwater for conference crown
Mounds View boys’ cross country captured the Suburban East Conference championship Oct. 15, led by two of the top five runners, at Loggers Trail Golf Course near Forest Lake.
Mounds View edged Stillwater 51 to 59, followed by White Bear Lake (77) and Roseville Area (107) for the top four among nine. Stillwater was ranked No. 4 and Mounds View No. 5.
Five Mustangs made all-conference by placing in the top 20 — senior Casey Poppler in second place (15:21), senior Owen Kalmes in fifth (15:49), senior Sam Geer in 13th (16:05), sophomore Andrew Richter in 14th (16:13) and senior Joseph Cole in 17th (16:16).
Their 6-7-8 runners finished in the top third of 82: sophomore Hunter Miller in 21st (16:22), senior Spencer Olson in 23rd
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Mounds View placed third out of five teams in the Section 4AA true-team meet on Oct. 12 in Stillwater but qualified for state as an at-large team and placed sixth of 12 teams on Saturday at the University of Minnesota. At state, Ellie Bina, who missed the section meet, placed third in the 200 freestyle (1:52.42) and second in the 500 freestyle (4:59.35). Tyler Ostrom was seventh and Kamdyn Karel ninth in diving, Riley Bury ninth in breaststroke, and Lauren Maki 12th in both the 50 and breaststroke. At the section, Kara Gorzek was their top scorer, placing second in the 200 freestyle (1:57.54) and third in 500 (5:19.13). Maki was fourth in both IM and 100 freestyle and Ostrom was fifth in diving. The 200-freestyle relay was second with Gorzek, Kaitlyn Walker, Annika Schwartz, and Maki (1:43.29).
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Mounds View was ousted by Champlin Park 2-1 in the Section 5AAA first round on Oct. 8. Everett Wynn scored for the Mustangs (5-11-1) with Sean Oh assisting. Wynn led the team with six goals. Casey Schell in goal stopped five of seven shots.
(16:25) and sophomore Will Drury in 27th (16:28).
Individual champion was Roseville’s No. 1 ranked Robert Mechura in 15:10. Mustang girls 2nd in conference meet behind Forest Lake
The Mounds View girls placed second behind Forest Lake in the Suburban East meet on Oct. 15 at Loggers Trail Golf Course.
Top three runners were Forest Lake senior Norah Hushagen in 17:04, Mustang sophomore Linnea Ousdigian in 17:21 and Forest Lake junior Anna VanAcker in 17:42. Hushagen and Ousdigian are the 1-2 ranked runners in Class 2A. Ousdigian lowered her school record by 28 seconds.
Forest Lake, ranked No. 3, won with 34 points. No. 7 Mounds View had 55, White Bear Lake (101) and Roseville Area (104) for the top four among nine teams. Also all-conference by placing in the top 20 were junior Adela Peterson in ninth (18:56), Abigail Urriola in 10th (18:58), senior Maya Francisco in 16th (19:12) and freshman Cora Gentry in 18th (19:24). Their sixth and seventh runners were also in the top half with freshman Amelia Brodie 23rd (19:53) and senior Melania Borden 31st (20:13).
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Kafena Samoa had both goals for the Rebels.
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SOCCER
Mounds View won its Section 5AAA opener against Roseville Area 4-0 on Oct. 8 with goals by Ava Myers (two), Karin Hoyt and Pakou Yang. The Mustangs permitted just one shot on goal. Undefeated Spring Lake Park fended off an upset bid by the Mustangs 2-1 on Oct. 10 with their goalie Brooke Garish stopping 16 of 17 shots. Mounds View finished 9-8-1 with their second close loss to SLP; the score was 1-0 a few days earlier.
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Mounds View won its own invitational tournament Saturday, Oct. 12, defeating Norwood Young America, Hastings, St. Paul Central, and Hopkins, taking eight of nine sets. The Mustangs lost their conference final to Roseville on Oct.14 and finished 5-4 in conference. With a 17-10 overall record, the Mustangs are seeded third in Section 4AAAA and will host Irondale in the first round Tuesday.
Bruce Strand
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Casey Poppler finished second in the SEC meet.
• Schools and programs received nine gifts this period for a total of $12,190. The Ralph Reeder Food Shelf received 18 gifts for a total of $23,058.
• Board members were provided with the 2023/24 achievement and equity highlights by Mary Stobb, director of research, evaluation and assessment, and Angie Peschel, executive director of curriculum and instruction. These highlights were pulled from the district’s comprehensive strategic plan to support and improve teaching and learning that aligns with creating the world’s best workforce. Five key goals were covered in the review: All students meet school readiness goals, all third-grade students achieve grade-level literacy, all students graduate from high school, all students attain college and career
Ramsey County hosts Fix-it Clinic
readiness, and close achievements gaps for all student groups. The results from each goal were covered during the presentation by Stobb and Peschel. In spring 2023, 77% of prekindergarten students enrolled in the Mounds View Early Childhood Program met or exceeded the Kindergarten Readiness Benchmark. In spring 2024, that percentage was 74%. Around 54% of third grade students in the district were proficient in the MCA-III Reading, which means students met or exceeded standards.
• An update was provided for one of the district’s operational plan (DOP) goals involving the READ Act. Currently, Mounds View is working on implementing three components apart of the READ Act. These components are required professional development, purchasing
Ramsey County will host a Fix-It Clinic from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26. Residents will be able to bring in small house appliances, clothing, electronics and more to receive free guided assistance from volunteers and repair skills to disassemble, troubleshoot and fix items for free.
The Fix-It Clinic will take place at Heritage Hall, 4200 Otter Lake Road, Gem Lake. For more information, go to ramseycounty.us.
Explore fall, winter activities with Ramsey County Ramsey County Parks and Recreation offers a range of fall and winter activities for all ages to enjoy. In the fall, at the Tamarack Nature Center, the Fall Seasonal Series offers guided tours and educational events focused on local wildlife and ecosystems. The next event in
and implementing new screeners and review of core resources for 2025-26 implementation. K-5 grade teachers, K-12 special education teachers, K-12 multilingual teachers and 6-8 reading intervention teachers have completed three of the nine literacy training modules this year. Early Childhood teachers have completed two of the four units. New FastBridge reading screeners have been purchased for the school district after a group of teachers, teacher leaders and principals met to review the state-approved screeners. Reading screeners are tests that are given one to three times a year to a class grade to check for potential reading difficulties. These screeners were purchased for all K-3 students and students above third grade who are not yet reading at grade level.
this series will be the Tamarack Trick-orTreat event, which will take place from 3-4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26. The event will feature games, hand-pressed cider and encounters with live animals.
In the winter, residents can participate in open skate sessions at local arenas. Residents can also do self-guided winter activities like hiking, snowshoeing and cross-country skiing.
For more information, go to www. ramseycounty.us/residents/parksrecreation. The Tamarack Nature Center is located at 5287 Otter Lake Road, White Bear Lake Township.
Deer management hunts create park closures
Deer control and management will take place at multiple Ramsey County parks. Daylong hunts will be conducted in several parks and trail locations in October, November and December. Two separate hunts will be held at each location and last for three days. Entire
An instructional team is in the process of reviewing K-5 resources aligned with evidence-based literary practices. This team will review these resources in early winter with a team of teachers, teacher leaders and principals. They then will bring forward a recommendation for a new core literary resource to be implemented in the 2025-26 school year.
The next Mounds Views Public Schools School Board meeting will be at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 12, at the District Center, 4570 Victoria St. N., Shoreview. Public comments to the board will be at 6:30 p.m. before the meeting.
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parks, or portions of a park will close. Signs will be posted at common entry points identifying open trails and areas where park visitors are requested to stay out.
Ramsey County manages the deer population in parks and open spaces as part of a cooperative plan with the cities of Shoreview, Vadnais Heights, White Bear Township and more. Deer population goals are set on an annual basis based on recommendations by the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. Hunt locations in the north metro area and dates include:
• Oct. 25-27; Nov. 15-17, Poplar Lake County Park
• Oct. 28-30; Nov. 11-13, Vadnais-Snail Lakes Regional Park
• Oct. 28-30; Nov. 11-13, Rice Creek North Regional Trail
• Dec. 6-8; Dec. 13-15, Turtle Creek Open Space and McCullough Park
For more information, go to tinyurl. com/s8dp87jb.
‘Rock the School House’ features live music, silent auction
Support the Mounds View Schools Education Foundation and Mounds View Public Schools on Saturday, Nov. 9, at “Rock the School House” hosted by the Mounds View Schools Education Foundation. The event will be from 6-11 p.m. at the Silverwood Great Hall, 2500 County Road E, St. Anthony. The event will feature food, live music and a silent auction. Purchase your ticket before Oct. 25 online at tinyurl. com/a3c3kvvr.
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