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‘Chicago’ transports audiences to 1920s courtroom circus

BY RANDY PAULSON STAFF WRITER

WHITE BEAR LAKE — Au diences have three more nights to witness the razzle-dazzle of White Bear Lake Area High School’s fall show about an aspiring vaudeville star caught up in murder and courtroom drama.

Thirty-three student actors will present their final three performances of the hit Broad way musical “Chicago” at 7 p.m. Thursday-Saturday at the North Campus Theatre. The two-act

show is about 2 1/2 hours long and includes a 15-minute inter mission.

Set in the 1920s, the musical follows main characters Roxie Hart and Velma Kelly as they get plunged into the criminal justice system due to murder charges. Hart, an up-and-com ing vaudevillian, is charged with killing her paramour, while experienced performer Kelly is suspected of her hus band’s murder.

Music teacher Wendy Suoja, who’s directing and producing the show, noted how the story is

based on real murder cases in volving two women in the 1920s who were suspected of killing their lovers.

“It's about their court case and how the system is a circus and how everybody has their own part in that,” Suoja said of the musical’s characters.

Despite the show’s grim sub ject matter, the director said the musical has a tongue-in-cheek tone, and the music numbers reflect the vaudeville setting of the characters.

Write-in votes dominate in Birchwood mayor’s race

BY RANDY PAULSON STAFF WRITER

BIRCHWOOD — Margaret Ford’s name wasn’t on the ballot for the Birchwood Village mayoral election, but the 62-year-old retired attorney nonetheless may have garnered enough write-in votes to win the position.

According to the unofficial results on the Minnesota Secretary of State’s website, voters in that race cast 270 write-in votes, or 46% of total ballots. The other mayor al candidates — James Nelson and Michael McKenzie — received 171 and 146 votes respectively, or 29.1% and 24.8%.

Some write-in ballots may have contained names instead of Ford’s, but a final breakdown of the write-in votes wasn’t available by press deadline.

Ford said she was “extremely delighted” when she saw the election results come in at about 11 p.m. on election night.

“I was really excited and really thankful to my neigh bors for showing a groundswell of support,” Ford said in a phone interview. “That's what really made me feel good. I just had such a great time meeting everyone when I did the door-knocking door-to-door. I had never done that before, and it's an experience.”

In a question-and-answer video posted on her cam paign website — writeinford.com — she said her neigh bors encouraged her to run for mayor earlier than she did. However, health issues in her family made Ford think she wouldn’t have the time to commit to the en deavor.

When those health problems became resolved, Ford was again encouraged to run and decided to do so through a write-in campaign.

Ford grew up on the North Shore of Lake Superior. She studied at St. Catherine University in Saint Paul and later went to law school at the University of Notre Dame in Indiana. She was a property tax attorney for 33 years before retiring in late 2019 and moving to Birchwood with her husband, David, in early 2020. They have two adult daughters and sons-in-law and four grandchildren.

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Meg Peterson and Cecelia McCahon play the lead characters Velma Kelly and Roxie Hart in the White Bear Lake Area High School production of the musical “Chicago.” Find more photos and video online at presspubs.com.

Final plat approval delayed for industrial park

WHITE BEAR TOWNSHIP — The Town Board’s agenda was light last week as its Nov. 7 meeting lasted only 15 minutes. During that quarter of an hour, Supervisors Ed Prudhon, chair, Steve Ruzek and Scott McCune ap proved the following:

• A postponement to final plat approv al for Polar Industrial, 5300 Centerville Road, by Capital Partners.

Township Administrator Pat Chris topherson said a final plat won’t be con sidered until a development agreement is in place. The 54-acre property, zoned light industrial, is owned by North Oaks Farm Inc.

• Rotary drilling in Longville Park by the University of Minnesota Geologic Survey.

Public Works Director Dale Reed said the township was approached in September about drilling a 170-foot well in the park for scientific investigation. Its purpose is to determine what type of glacial sediment is above the bedrock, which in turn helps determine where groundwater resides in the subsur face. Results will be used to update the Ramsey County Geologic Atlas. Once the study is complete, the well will be sealed.

• Certification of delinquent water, refuse, sewer and stormwater charges to the county auditor.

Every year, unpaid utility and other charges incurred by the township are added to property tax statements. Some of the larger amounts assessed for 2022 totaled more than $3,000. According to parcel ID numbers provided by the township, for example, a resident at 5690 Otter View Trail owes $5,455 in delinquent water bills. Residents of 16 Monarch Lane in North Oaks owe $7,750. Special charges for code viola tions were also assessed to 11 property

owners in amounts ranging from $590 to a high of $3,722, which is the amount assessed to non-homesteaded property owned by an LLC at 2537 Second St.

• A letter of understanding for 2023 impound housing services with the An imal Humane Society. The only change to last year’s letter is a 3% increase in fees. The township partners with the Woodbury location at 9785 Hudson Road for animal control.

• Fire services agreement with the city of White Bear Lake through Dec. 31, 2027, with annual auto renew there after.

• The Board of Canvass public hear ing for 7:55 a.m. Friday, Nov. 18 at township offices. A canvassing board formally certifies election results.

• A change to the “Safe at Work” per sonnel policy regarding COVID-19.

“As we’ve moved out of the COVID pandemic, the township is no longer re quired to carry a COVID policy,” Chris topherson said. A revised policy will be adopted from OSHA that grants a leave of absence for a positive test. “We had some abuse of the policy, and we’re tightening it up,” he told the board.

• A White Bear Lake Youth Hockey Association request to leave the ice rink up an extra week after Hockey Day ends Jan. 29.

The association would like to host its Winter Blast the following weekend for younger players. They will assume liability and utility costs and will maintain the rink during that time.

Supervisor Ruzek said he was OK with the request, as long as the association provides proof of liability insurance. An agreement will be drafted by the town attorney.

Debra Neutkens

Adopt-a-Drain Challenge deemed successful

Results of the Adopt-a-Drain Challenge are out, and al though the number fell short of the goal, there was steady prog ress throughout the summer and fall.

Initiated last March by the White Bear Lake Conservation District, the challenge started at 298 adopted drains and ended at 535 by Oct. 31. The goal was to have 596 drains adopted around the lake, or double the starting number.

“Even though we didn’t quite reach our overall goal, there are many things to celebrate,” said district board member Scott Costello, who oversaw the challenge. He noted the follow ing achievements:

• Steady progress every month, thanks to great pub licity. “This significantly increased public awareness of the need to keep stormwater drains free of polluting debris,” he said.

• The city of White Bear Lake successfully more than doubled the number of its adopted drains. The city started at 120 and reached 263 adopted drains by end of October. Of the city’s 1,829 known drains, 14.4% are now adopted.

• White Bear Township was just five short of doubling its number from 49 to 93. The township has 528 known drains, which means 18% are adopted.

• Mahtomedi increased its number from 120 to 167 adopted drains. The city has 695 known drains, which gives them an adop tion rate of 24%.

• Dellwood does not have an urban stormwater system like the other communities. The city took advantage of the challenge by inventorying its infrastructure to reenforce a commitment to water quality.

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The number of drains adopted fell just short of goal. It is not to late to adopt a drain.

• Birchwood may be in a similar position as Dellwood in not having a fully urbanized stormwater system, but 47% of its known drains are adopted. There are still many drains

available for adoption, remind ed Costello, so it’s not too late to get involved. For information, go to mn.adopt-a-drain.org.

Try Taizé Prayer

St. Mary of the Lake Church will host a Taizé Prayer event at 7 p.m. Friday, Nov. 18, in the Notre Dame Chapel. Taizé Prayer is a combination of medi tative music, scripture and moments of silence, giving participants an opportunity to dwell deeply on Christ's presence.

St. Mary of the Lake is located at 4741 Bald Eagle Avenue, White Bear Lake. For in formation, visit st marys-wbl.org/events.

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Debra Neutkens

Hi, I’m Randy

My body was sore when I went to bed, Tuesday, Nov. 1.

I had just finished a long day of driving, carrying and unpacking boxes, organizing furniture and — well, you get the idea.

After three years of living in northwest Iowa, I made the northward plunge to Minneapolis to live with my longtime girlfriend and become the newest staff writer at Press Publications in White Bear Lake.

I’m no stranger to Minnesota or journalism, but I am new to doing the latter in the former.

Paulson’s Ponderings Randy Paulson

I’ve enjoyed writing ever since middle school, and my favorite classes always involved reading and writing. My first 18 years of life were spent in Grinnell, Iowa. At Grinnell High School, I was involved in debate, theatre and speech.

A creative writing class I took my sophomore year of high school is what first piqued my interest in pursuing writing as a profession.

Naturally then, I gravitated toward journalism when I began studying at Simpson College in Indianola, Iowa.

I spent my first two years there writing for the college’s satirical publication, The Acorn, where I lampooned the official college newspaper, The Simpsonian, every chance I got. Despite that, the Simpson Student Media adviser still saw fit to let me become editor-in-chief of The Simpsonian my senior year. I guess my jokes about the “real” newspaper weren’t unforgivable.

My full-time journalism career started in May 2019 when I became a staff writer at The N’West Iowa REVIEW in Sheldon, Iowa.

I wrote about all sorts of topics in The REVIEW’s four-county coverage area: general news, school news (we covered 17 school districts), multiple city council and county supervisors meetings, politics and the 2020 elections, agriculture, business, Friday-night sports and, of course, the coronavirus pandemic.

Although “N’West Iowa” — as we referred to our coverage area — only consisted of four counties, The REVIEW news team and I were constantly on the lookout for local connections to people and events located hundreds or thousands of miles away.

My favorite example is when I wrote a feature about an opera singer who was living in Cardiff, Wales, with his wife. He reached out to our paper since he grew up in one of The REVIEW’s counties and wanted the paper to cover a historical music preservation project he had just finished.

I jumped at the opportunity to chat with him and coordinated a time to speak with him on Skype (we just had to work around a five-hour time difference).

I live for that kind of localized coverage that connects readers at home with happenings that impact them or news about interesting activities that former residents are up to.

But in the meantime, I’m eager to immerse myself in the local goings-on in and around White Bear Lake and surrounding areas and getting to know the people here.

Here are a few other stray facts about me: I love listening to podcasts and music, especially on my commute and long road trips.

• I’m more of a cat person than a dog person but love both animals quite a bit.

• I once helped catch a bird that somehow got loose in my previous newspaper office in Sheldon. It was a very weird Wednesday.

I despise the cold with all my heart and can’t wait for warmer weather to arrive in the spring. But Minnesota winters aren’t too bad … right?

Randy Paulson is a Staff Writer at Press Publications.

Conversations and Support

With snowfall on the ground and winter quickly approaching, I want to take a moment to say thank you for helping us successfully kick off the 2022-23 school year, which has felt more back to the norm with athletic contests and events taking place, connections made during community meetings, and meaningful volunteer programs launching once again.

• We will create and sustain a safe, equitable and nurturing environment.

• We will promote, encourage and support students' personal learning experiences and aspirations.

• We will ensure our organization continuously transforms to fulfill our mission.

• We will establish healthy and vital engagement with our entire community.

when North Campus becomes the site of the unified high school in the fall of 2024. In Hugo, North Star Elementary opened for students this fall.

Movers & Shakers Dr.

Much of the conversation in the district this fall has been related to the Capital Projects Levy Renewal that passed with 59.5% approval.

Student-centered Foundation of Success elements, developed by a fifth team, were also discussed as the team identified skills and competencies vital to students’ eventual postsecondary success and engagement. A Strategic Plan update will be provided to the School Board soon.

Other projects still in process include Oneka Elementary, which began last month, and Central Middle School, which is in the design phase. The future conversion of Sunrise Park Middle School to become a multi-use facility that houses District Offices, Early Childhood, Transition Education Center (TEC) and the Senior Program is also on the horizon.

We appreciate that community members took time to learn about the renewal and ultimately approved continuation of essential funding for our district.

Wayne Kazmierczak

Support has also been shown by those who have given their time to participate in formal conversations about the district’s future through Strategic Plan Action Teams that met throughout the fall. The original team that launched the process this summer reconvened to confirm the plans developed by family, staff and community representatives around the four updated strategies:

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Our School Board also continues to hear periodic updates of the Building Our Future facilities process. As we work toward completing the district-wide projects, which are scheduled to be completed through the 2024-25 academic year, the changes to the district’s landscape are hard to miss.

The list of completed facilities projects has grown to include the Transportation Facility, Area Learning Center, and additions at Birch Lake, Lakeaires, Lincoln, Matoska, Otter Lake, Vadnais Heights and Willow Lane Elementaries. An addition at WBLAHS - South Campus is part of the plan to transition the building into a middle school

The unified high school project is also moving along, with current ninth and tenth grade students moving into the new 3-story classroom addition at semester break so renovation work can take place in the existing building. Before the extensive work in the original portion of the building begins, we will host a community-wide event in January to allow students, families, grads and community members the opportunity to “walk the circles” of North Campus one last time. Watch for additional information to be shared about this fun Circle Back event.

We are in the midst of a great year, and I’m excited to have you be a part of it!

Dr. Wayne Kazmierczak, Superintendent White Bear Lake Area Schools

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On behalf of the nearly 600 members of White Bear Lake Area Educators, Local #7286, I am writing to express our immense gratitude for the community’s approval of the capital projects levy renewal question on this fall’s ballot. We are honored to serve our stu

COMMUNITY BRIEF

New series explores inclusivity for deaf and hard of hearing

Many Faces is hosting its first event in a series titled “Accessibility Series: Deaf and Hard of Hearing in our Commu nity” from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Monday, Nov. 21.

Panelists will inform participants how to create more inclusive and welcoming practices at workplaces, churches, campuses and in the community. The event is geared to employers, peers and faculty serving deaf and hard-of-hearing people. The event is free; registration is preferred.

The event will be held at Century College-East Campus, Lincoln Mall. Refreshments will be served.

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Learning center celebrates 10 years in community

Mathnasium of White Bear Lake is celebrating its 10 year anniversary.

Mathnasium is a math-only learning center with more than 1,100 franchis es in the U.S. and abroad. Students in grades 1 through 12 attend Mathnasium to address difficulties they are having with math, or to participate in advanced study so they can remain chal lenged and further excel in their classes.

“We’re looking forward to many more years of bringing the Mathnasium Method to White Bear Lake and surrounding communities,” said

dents and their families and are deeply appreciative of this show of support for our work as educators. The resources available because of your investment will allow us to continue to provide high-quality learn ing experiences designed to meet the needs of all students. Strong schools are the bedrock of vibrant,

Peter Atakpu, owner/ center director of Mathnasium in White Bear Lake. “We are excited about helping every child reach their potential in math by teaching in a way that makes sense to them … and showing them that math can be fun!”

For information, vis it mathnasium.com.

Shop handmade pottery for holidays

Mielkeway Pottery is opening its indoor showroom for the holidays. Potter Brian Mielke says inventory is high and prices are low. Potential custom ers can set up a time to see what works are available by calling 651-653-1263.

thriving communities, and your continued support for our students is an investment in our collective future.

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• December 5th Walk-ins at Anchor Coffee 1PM – 4PM 4742 Washington Square, White Bear Lake, MN 55110

Tiffany Dittrich President, White Bear Lake Area Educators Local #7286

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WASHINGTON COUNTY SHERIFF REPORTS

The Washington County Sher iff's Office reported the following selected incidents in Birchwood, Dellwood, Grant, Mahtomedi, Pine Springs and Willernie:

Dellwood

• Washington County Sher iff's Office deputies took in a walk-in report Oct. 17 from a Peninsula Road resident who reported an attempted jury duty scam. The complainant received a phone call with a 218 area code from a person claiming to be a Lt. Simms with the sheriff's office. The complainant knew it was a scam and reported it for information purposes only. The United States Courts website advises the public that the courts would never contact people asking them to pay a fine with a money card or provide personal informa tion to avoid being arrested for missing jury service. The best thing to do is to contact the sheriff's office right away to report the attempted scam.

Grant

• Deputies conducted two traffic stops for expired registration during the early afternoon of Oct. 16, in the 10000 block of 60th Street N. and in the 8000 block of 75th Street N. One of the motorists displayed tabs that expired in September 2021.

• A motorist was pulled over Oct. 17 in the 7000 block of Manning Avenue N. for displaying registration that expired in July 2021. He was also arrested for driving af ter revocation, after deputies conducted a mobile computer check on the driver.

• Deputies on rolling patrol in the 8000 block of 75th Street

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N. Oct. 18 reported damage to their squad car after it was struck by a rock.

• A juvenile on Justen Trail N. on Oct. 18 reported being blackmailed via Snapchat.

• Deputies conducted a traffic stop Oct. 19 in the 7000 block of 101st Street N. on a motor ist speeding 61 mph in a 45 mph zone.

• A local resident was cited for driving after revocation at 3:14 a.m. Oct. 20 in the area of 60th Street N. and Demontre ville Trail N. after deputies on speed enforcement patrol conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle that passed them without rear plate lights. On making contact, the driver produced a driver's license that had expired four months earlier. When deputies checked their mobile com puter, they found out why — the driver was revoked. The driver was made to legally park the vehicle and walk to his nearby residence.

Mahtomedi

• A group of juveniles was reported at large at 1:21 a.m. Oct. 16, following an attempt ed traffic stop in the area of Hallam Avenue S. and Huron Street by deputies on routine patrol. Instead of complying with deputies, the juveniles got out of the car and ran for it.

• A dining establishment on Mahtomedi Avenue reported an attempt to pass a counter feit bill Oct. 16. The server turned the bogus bill over to deputies, but the party that left it was long gone.

• A suspicious vehicle reported at 4:01 p.m. Oct. 16 on Ledge stone Drive turned out to have been workers installing

Ice, alcohol factor in fatal accident

A Stillwater man, identified as Logan Ray Sova, 41, was killed in a rollover crash Friday night in White Bear Lake. According to the Minnesota State Patrol, the vehicle, a white Jeep Grand Cherokee, was trav eling west on Interstate 694 at White Bear Avenue.

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"no parking" signs.

• Deputies cited a motorist for driving after revoca tion at 11:44 p.m. Oct. 16 on westbound I-694 at the northbound ramp to Century Avenue. Another motorist was cited for driving after revocation at the stroke of midnight Oct. 17 opposite Century College in the 3000 block of Century Avenue, after deputies on patrol con ducted a traffic stop for lack of a properly displayed front license plate and driving with high beams on. During the stop, deputies conducted a mobile computer check on the driver and discovered his driving status.

• Deputies were dispatched out to a disturbance at a bar on Mahtomedi Avenue at 9:02 p.m. Oct. 17, where a patron had nowhere to go, but could not stay at the bar. Bar em ployees did not want to push the subject out into the cold, and the patron would not leave until deputies arrived. Deputies transported the subject to his friend's house for the night.

• A juvenile was arrested Oct. 19 on Stillwater Road on an outstanding Washington County warrant.

• Deputies conducted a war rant arrest at 11:39 p.m. Oct. 20 at an abandoned gas sta tion at the corner of Century Avenue and Long Lake Road.

Pine Springs

• An unidentified motorist was cited for driving after revo cation at 11:55 p.m. Oct. 19 on I-694, just south of Highway 36, after deputies conducted a traffic stop for poor driving conduct.

The Ramsey County Sheriff's Office reported the following selected incidents in Vadnais Heights and White Bear Township:

Vadnais Heights

• A St. Paul man, 33, was arrested Oct. 16 at the Vadnais Heights Walmart in the 800 block of County Road E for giving deputies false information when he was being cited for shoplifting. Store em ployees had detained him for concealing and under scanning $68.26 in merchandise and passing all points of sale. When deputies asked for his name to write out the citation, he gave the name of another man. A com puter search revealed the reason for the fake name – he had multiple warrants out on him from multiple counties.

• An unidentified shop lifter was reported for assaulting two loss pre vention personnel with a knife at the Walmart on Oct. 17, after they tried to detain him. A Tri-County Alert was issued for assistance in identifying the escaped subject.

• A bicycle was re ported found Oct. 17 in the 4300 block of Evergreen Drive and turned over to depu ties, after it was not claimed on the neigh borhood app.

• A resident in the 4200 block of Bridgewood Terrance on Oct. 19 reported an attempt to cash a fraudulent check in her name, after she was notified by her bank.

from New Hope during the morning of Oct. 20.

• A Hopkins man, 20, was arrested on a Washington County warrant and a Rose ville man, 27, was cited for driving without a license and unsafe equipment at 2:50 a.m. Oct. 21, following a property damage acci dent on Highway 61 at I-694.

• A Waubay, S. D. wom an, 28, was arrested Oct. 21 at the Walmart for misdemeanor theft, after she pushed a cart filled with $429.49 in merchandise she didn't pay for past all points of sale.

• A St. Paul woman reported the rear win dow of her Kia Optima smashed in and the ignition broken Oct. 22 while it was parked in a business lot in the 1100 block of County Road E for four hours. Nothing was taken from inside, and depu ties suspect a possible attempt to steal the vehicle.

• Deputies located a vehicle involved in a robbery in Anoka County, as well as a theft at the Roseville Famous Footwear, at the Vadnais Heights Famous Footwear in the 900 block of Coun ty Road E. However, the vehicle fled when it saw the squad, and deputies did not pursue it.

• Two license plates were reported stolen Oct. 22 from a vehicle in a storage facility in the 3200 block of High way 61.

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The vehicle lost control and rolled into a ditch near the on-ramp from White Bear Avenue to west I-694. Icy road conditions and alcohol are believed to be factors. Sova was not wearing a seatbelt. A female passenger who was wearing a seatbelt survived without reported injuries.

DEATH NOTICES

Shawn Ann Simon

Mass of Christian Burial was held Tuesday, November 15, 2022 at St. Jude of the Lake Catholic Church, 700 Mahtomedi Avenue, Mahtomedi. Visita tion was Monday, Nov. 14 at Honsa Family Funeral Home, 2460 East County Road E, WBL. Interment Lakeview Cemetery, Mahtomedi. Arrangements, Honsa Family Funeral Home

Justin Walton

Age 48 - Of St. Paul Survived by parents Jean and Bill Walton; brother Jake (Jen) Walton. Niece and nephew Kylee, Kaleb; and other family and friends. Celebration of life will be held on Tuesday Nov. 22, at 6 p.m.at Honsa Family Funeral Home, 2460 East County Rd E, White Bear Lake. Visitation 30 minutes before. In lieu of flowers, memorials preferred.

• An accident hit and run was reported Oct. 19 on County Road F and McMenemy Street, after two vehicles turned right at the stop sign at the same time. The outside vehicle cut off the inside vehicle and damaged its front end before leaving the scene without stopping or exchanging infor mation.

• A St. Paul woman reported the catalytic converter stolen from her Hyundai Tucson while it was parked in a business lot in the 1200 block of County Road E during the Oct. 20 work day.

• Deputies on routine patrol running license plates in a parking lot in the 1200 block of County Road D Circle East at 12:31 a.m. Oct. 21 received a Keep Our Police Safe (KOPS) alert on a vehicle in the lot. The vehicle, belonging to a Crystal man, had been stolen

• A Mahtomedi man, 73, was arrested for DWI Oct. 18 by the White Bear Police Depart ment, but not before he struck a tree in the 5900 block of Highway 61 and fled the scene. Deputies tried to pre vent the driver from leaving the scene, but were unsuccessful. A dog in the vehicle was impounded at the An imal Humane Society in Woodbury.

• A Circle Pines man, 32, was arrested for DWI Oct. 19 on Centerville Road and Constellation Drive, after deputies were dispatched out to a vehicle in the ditch and the driver appear ing intoxicated. As the driver was unable to safely perform the standard field sobriety tests, he was taken into the patrol station, where he refused to take the breath test.

WHITE BEAR LAKE POLICE REPORTS

The White Bear Police Department reported the following selected incidents:

• Trespassing was reported on the 3500 block of Century Avenue and North Century Avenue Nov. 3.

• Disorderly conduct was reported in the 3600 block of Rolling View Drive Nov. 3.

Disorderly conduct was reported in the 2200 block of Roth Place Nov. 3.

• Disorderly conduct was reported in the 3600 block of Highland Ave nue Nov. 3.

• Theft was reported in the 2600 block of County Road E Nov. 4.

• Fraud was reported in the 3700 block of Highland Avenue Nov. 4.

• Theft was reported in the 1800 block of Buerkle Road Nov. 4.

• A dangerous condition involving an unwanted person was reported in the 2600 block of County Road E Nov. 4.

• Theft was reported in the 1900 block of Buerkle Road when missing credit cards were used in Maplewood Nov. 4. Investigation continues.

• A hit-and-run resulting in proper ty damage was reported on McK night Road and North/County Road E Nov. 4.

• An officer responded to a theft on the 4300 block of Centerville Road, where a catalytic converter was cut off from a vehicle Nov. 4.

• An online scam leading to mone tary loss was reported on the 2700

block of Cedar Avenue Nov. 4.

• Officers were dispatched to some one yelling at an employee and making threats in the 1000 block of Highway 96 Nov. 4. The call was later changed to trespassing instead of disorderly conduct after officers were on scene.

• A Little Canada woman was ar rested after failing a sobriety test during a traffic stop near County Road E and Highway 61 Nov. 4. She was later booked at the Ramsey County Law Enforcement Center on fourth-degree DWI charges.

• Disorderly conduct was reported in the 2200 block of Roth Place Nov. 4.

• A Saint Paul resident was ar rested on an outstanding felony drug warrant in the 2100 block of Orchard Lane Nov. 4.

• A St. Paul resident was arrested at a traffic stop near Highway 61 and Hoffman Road Nov. 5. He was found to have a nationwide extraditable warrant out of Ne braska and was then booked at the Ramsey County Law Enforcement Center.

• Damage to a city park was report ed in the 3700 block of Bellaire Avenue Nov. 5. The loss was esti mated to be $500, and there was no suspect information.

A catalytic converter was taken off a vehicle on the 1900 block of Webber Street sometime between

• An officer responded to a distur bance reported in the 5000 block of Woodcrest Road Nov. 5. Household items were thrown about, though no citations or arrests stemmed from the incident.

• Harassment was reported on the 3600 block of Highland Avenue Nov. 6.

Theft was reported in the 2100 block of Orchard Lane Nov. 6.

• Officers mediated a dispute involv ing disorderly conduct in the 2400 block of Jansen Avenue Nov. 6.

• Officers responded to a civil prob lem on the 3500 block of Century Avenue Nov. 6.

• The odor of marijuana was report ed in the 3900 block of Hoffman Road Nov. 6. Officers were unable to locate the source.

• An unidentified male took $26.90 worth of items from a business in the 4800 block of Hwy. 61 Nov. 7. Investigation continues.

• Fraud was reported in the 1800 block of Birch Street Nov. 7. The loss was totaled at $2,508.

A burglary was reported in the 1800 block of Buerkle Road Nov. 7. The loss was $1,250, and suspects are unknown.

• Officers responded to a dispute in the 1900 block of Eugene Street Nov. 7. The parties were separated without arrests or citations.

• A vehicle was stolen in the 3500 block of McKnight Road Nov. 7. The loss was $30,000, and there are

• Officers responded to a distur bance in the 3900 block of Hoff man Road Nov. 8. They found an abandoned weapon and suspected narcotics. Investigation continues.

• Police received information about a hit-and-run involving injuries at the intersection of Fourth Street and Highway 61 Nov. 8.

Theft was reported in the 1800 block of Buerkle Road Nov. 8.

• Police received a report of shots fired near the intersection of Sev enth Street and Hwy. 61 Nov. 8. It was later determined to be from a car backfiring.

An instance of driving while in toxicated was reported in the 4400 block of Lake Avenue Nov. 8.

• A Bloomington woman was arrest ed for driving while intoxicated near the 1900 block of County Road E Nov. 8.

• A vehicle theft was reported in the 4000 block of Bellaire Avenue Nov. 9.

• Harassment was reported in the 3600 block of Hoffman Road Nov. 9. Identity theft was reported in the 4900 block of Lemire Lane Nov. 9. There was no financial loss and no suspect information.

• An officer took a report of noncon sensual dissemination of private sexual images in the 4300 block of Whitaker Court Nov. 9.

• A catalytic converter was stolen in the 1800 block of Birch Street Nov. 9. There is no suspect information or surveillance of the incident.

SING PLAY LEARN WITH MACPHAIL: COLORS, FEELING, MUSIC

When: 10:30-11 a..m. Friday, Nov. 18

Where: White Bear Lake Li brary, 2150 2nd St.

Details: Kids ages 2-5 and caregivers can explore the magic of music and play. Free; no registration required. Contact: 651-724-6007 or rcl reads.org

VADNAIS HEIGHTS FOOD PRO GRAM

When: 9-11 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 19

Where: Vadnais Heights Com mons, 655 E. County Road F Details: Distribution of food to any family in need and consid ered low income. May register day of event. Contact: 612-245-9259 or city vadnaisheights.com/foodshelf

THE EMPTY NEST: RIGHT-SIZE YOUR HOME

When: 10-11:15 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 19

Where: Wildwood Library, 763 Stillwater Rd., Mahtomedi; or online

Details: Participants will learn how to rethink the spaces in their homes, how to function going forward, and planning for life transitions, such as downsizing, aging-in-place, or the passing of a loved one.

Free; registration required. Contact: 651-426-2042 or wash colib.org

WHAT’S HAPPENING

ST. PAUL HIKING CLUB

When: 2:30 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 20

Where: Veteran's Memorial Park (formerly Triangle Park), County Rd. 12 and Hwy 244, Mahtomedi Details: Hike on paved and gravel trails and streets, around Katherine Abbott Park and Tighe-Schmitz Park, ap prox. 5 miles. Contact: stpaulhike.com

FAST BEFORE THE FEAST

When: 7-10:30 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 24

Where: Boatworks Commons, 4495 Lake Ave., S., White Bear Lake

Details: 10K, 5K and 1.5 mile Turkey DashVirtual option available Contact: 651-440-9625 or mmraces.com

NUTCRACKER SUITE BALLET

“A CHRISTMAS STORY”

When: 7:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays; 2 p.m. Sundays Nov. 18-Dec. 18. 2 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 3 and Friday, Dec. 9; 7:30 p.m. Monday, Dec. 5

Where: Hanifl Performing Arts Center, 4941 Long Ave., White Bear Lake

Details: Holiday favorite performed by Lakeshore Play ers Theatre. Tickets $10-$30.

Contact: 651-478-7427 or lakeshoreplayers.org

MINNESOTA WALDORF SCHOOL HOLIDAY FAIR

When: 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 19

Where: MN Waldorf School, 70 County Rd B e., Maplewood Details: Shopping, food trucks, live entertainment, silent auction and gift baskets, plus a puppet show, jump rope mak ing, advent wreath builting, and the Snow Fairy Gift Garden. Childcare availabe on firstcome, first-serve basis. Contact: 651-487-6700 or mnwal dorf.org

CHRISTMAS AT THE HISTORIC COURTHOUSE

When: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 19; 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 20 Where: Washington County Historic Courthouse, 101 W. Pine St., Stillwater Details: Historic site decorated for the holidays and Holiday Bazaar with vendors selling handcrafted goods. Proceeds benefit courthouse restoration. Contact: 651-275-7075 or co.washington.mn.us

“HOW

MEDICARE WORKS WITH MILITARY MEDICAL BENEFITS”

SEMINAR

When: 2 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 22 Where: American Legion Post 39, 2678 E 7th Ave., North St. Paul Details: Free presentation given by Greg De Keuster, a Medicare broker and consul tant for veterans and families. Will cover various programs available and provide opportu nity for questions. Registration required. Contact: 651-371-6520 or npf benefits.com/events

COMEDY SHOW

When: 6:30 & 9 p.m. Wednes day, Nov. 23 Where: Running Aces, 15201 Zurich St., Forest Lake Details: John Bush headlines with Bruce Leroy Williams and Ethan Pederson. Tickets $25 or $30 day of show; dinner options available. Contact: 651-925-4600 or runac es.com

When: 2 & 7 p.m. Friday, Nov. 25; 2 & 7 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 26; 1 & 6 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 27

Where: Stillwater Area High School Auditorium, 5701 Still water Blvd. N.

Details: Family-friendly ver sion of the classic Christmas ballet featuring students and professional dancers from St. Croix Ballet. Tickets $23. Contact: 651-439-2820 or st croixballet.com

HOMETOWN FOR THE HOLIDAYS

When: Nov. 26-Dec. 31

Where: Downtown Stillwater Details: Free family events happening every weekend through Dec. kick-off with Black Friday shopping deals at downtown shops and restau rants; also include Wintertime in Stillwater Lights Show, costumed Victorian carolers, caroling Biercycle tours, hol iday tea events, horse-drawn wagon rides, photos with Santa, New Years Eve ball drop, and more. See schedule and details online.

Contact: DiscoverStillwater. com/events

Here’s 11 steps to writing a will

BY ABE WINTER CONTRIBUTING WRITER

According to U.S. News & World Report, most people should have a will, but it's rarely the most significant estate planning document an individual holds.

That’s because many of a typical household's assets, such as retirement accounts, can be transferred outside of a will by naming beneficiaries, and documents such as the financial and medical powers of attorney can be more powerful in determining the outcome of an estate.

North metro resident John Hedberg drew up his will 20 years ago after fighting off a battle with cancer.

Now, as he prepares to celebrate his 90th birthday in February 2023, his suggestion is to have a will.

“We wrote a will, a living will, a transfer of property and power of attorney,” said Hedberg, adding that he selected an administrator/executor, and consulted an attorney to prepare the will.

No longer a property owner, Hedberg said, “Everything goes first to my wife and then our son.”

Emma Kerr, a writer for US News & World Report, explains that “wills are also particularly important for individuals with dependent children; the will serves as the best means to name guardians for children in the event of the death of both parents.”

She added, “Experts typically advise individuals to get the basic estate planning documents in order around the time they are married or buy a home, for example, and revisit the will regularly with special emphasis on this process around the time of retirement.”

Get started and complete your will in 11 simple steps: 1. Find an estate planning attorney or use a do-it-yourself software program.

Select beneficiaries for your will.

Choose the executor for your will.

Pick a guardian for your kids.

Be specific about who gets what.

Be realistic about who gets what.

Attach a letter to the will.

Sign the will properly.

Find a place for your will.

Review and update your will.

11. Add other estate planning documents.

A will alone may not meet all of your estate planning needs.

“Trusts, for example, are another estate planning tool that allow an individual to transfer assets when and how they want,” Kerr says. “There are many different types of trusts, but one of the most common trusts is a testamentary trust, which can be created within an individual's will to transfer assets after he or she dies.

“Other estate planning documents, like a living will that communicates a person's desires for medical treatment or a power of attorney that allows a third party to make financial and legal decisions, function in concert with the will and should be your next step after writing your will.”

Hedberg said the cost of a will “depends on the size of the estate.” His advice is to get an administrator (his son was his logical choice).

And his thoughts now that everything is in place: “We feel relieved. I like to be proactive and have things done before they happen.”

SARAH & RILEY ELLEFSON ROYAL

PUBLIC NOTICES

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OFFICE OF THE MINNESOTA SECRETARY OF STATE CERTIFICATE OF ASSUMED NAME

Pursuant to Chapter 333, Minnesota Statutes; the undersigned, who is or will be conducting or transacting a commercial business in the State of Minne sota under an assumed name, hereby certifies:

1. The assumed name under which the business is or will be conducted is:

All American Winter Services

2. The street address of the principal place of business is or will be: 380 Wheelock Pkwy E, Apt 117 Saint Paul MN 55130

3. The name and street address of all persons conducting business under the above Assumed Name, including any corporation that may be conducting this business.

Aquarius Pressure Washing LLC 380 Wheelock Pkwy E, Apt 117 Saint Paul MN 55130

I certify that I am authorized to sign this certificate and I further certify that I understand that by signing this certificate, I am subject to the penalties of per jury as set forth in section 609.48 as if I had signed this certificate under oath.

Dated: October 17, 2022

Signed: Miguel Marchan

Published two times in the Vadnais Heights Press on November 16 and 23, 2022.

OFFICE OF THE MINNESOTA SECRETARY OF STATE CERTIFICATE OF ASSUMED NAME

Pursuant to Chapter 333, Minnesota Statutes; the undersigned, who is or will be conducting or transacting a commercial business in the State of Minne sota under an assumed name, hereby certifies:

1. The assumed name under which the business is or will be conducted is: Rice Creek Financial

2. The street address of the principal place of business is or will be: 15964 Finley Ave.

Hugo, Minnesota 55038

3. The name and street address of all persons conducting business under the above Assumed Name, including any corporation that may be conducting this business.

Bradley P Timmons 15964 Finley Ave. Hugo, Minnesota 55038

I certify that I am authorized to sign this certificate and I further certify that I understand that by signing this certificate, I am subject to the penalties of per jury as set forth in section 609.48 as if I had signed this certificate under oath.

Dated: February 2, 2022

Signed: Bradley P Timmons

Published two times in the Vadnais Heights Press on November 16 and 23, 2022.

NORTHEAST METROPOLITAN

INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL DISTRICT 916 WHITE BEAR LAKE, MN CALL FOR BIDS SCHOOL FURNISHINGS IV

Notice is hereby given that bids will be received for School Furnishings IV

Contract by Northeast Metropolitan Intermediate School District 916 at the District Office located at 2540 County Rd F East, Door A, White Bear Lake, MN 55110 until 11:00 a.m. central time on December 15, 2022. Complete Notice to Bidders can be found at: www.916schools.org, About 916, Depart ments, Finance & Operations, Call for Bids/Request for Proposals.

The Board of Education of Northeast Metropolitan Intermediate School Dis trict 916 reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to waive any informality in bidding.

Board of Education

Northeast Metropolitan Intermediate School District 916 Published two times in the Vadnais Heights Press on November 16 and 23, 2022.

RAMSEY COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE PUBLIC NOTICE

SHERIFF’S OFFICE SEEKING RIGHTFUL OWNERS

The Ramsey County Sheriff’s Office has collected funds and recovered money related to cases that have been investigated in the past. At this time, the Sheriff’s Office is attempting to locate the rightful and true owners so that the funds may be returned.

If you have direct involvement in any of these cases, you may have a claim.

Incident Report Case Numbers: #21500218, #21500129, #20501658, #20501603, #20501261, #20500839, #20019254, #18501871, #18501870, #18501104, #18018258, #175011882, #16501811, #16501780, #15501401, #15501118

If you have been affected by or feel that you may have a right to the funds as they relate to one of these cases, please contact the Sheriff’s Office so it may be determined if you are entitled to any of the funds. All claims must be reported NO LATER than the end of business on December 21st, 2022.

Questions and claims of ownership can be directed to Sgt. Jake French at 651-266-9491.

Published three times in the Vadnais Heights Press on November 2, 9 and 16, 2022.

RAMSEY COUNTY, MINNESOTA

OFFICE OF THE COUNTY MANAGER ST. PAUL, MINNESOTA BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS MINUTES

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 25, 2022

The Ramsey County Board of Commissioners met in regular session at 9:01 a.m. with the following members present: Carter, Frethem, McDonough, McGuire Ortega, Reinhardt and Chair MatasCastillo. Also present were Ryan O’Connor, County Manager, and Amy Schmidt, Assistant County Attorney, Ramsey County Attorney’s Office.

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT - Read by Commissioner Carter.

AGENDA of October 25, 2022 was presented for approval. Motioned by Ortega, seconded by McGuire. Unanimously approved.

MINUTES of October 18, 2022 were presented for approval. Motioned by Carter, seconded by Frethem. Unanimously approved.

PROCLAMATION

Social Services - Foster Care Provider Appreciation Day. Presented by Commissioner Frethem. Discussion can be found on archived video.

ADMINISTRATIVE ITEM

Sheriff’s Office - Grant Award from the Minnesota Department of Public Safety for Innovation in Community Safety. Motion by Carter, seconded by McDonough. Unanimously approved. (B2022-239)

Sheriff’s Office - Grant Award from the Minnesota Department of Public Safety for Driving While Impaired and Traffic Safety. Motion by Carter, second ed by McDonough. Unanimously approved. (B2022-240)

Medical Examiner, Safety and Justice - Joint Powers Agreement with the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension for Minnesota Criminal Justice Data Communications Network. Motion by Carter, seconded by McDonough. Unanimously approved. (B2022-241)

Finance - Appointments to the Capital Improvement Program Advisory Committee. Motion by Carter, seconded by McDonough. Unanimously ap proved. (B2022-242)

Public Health - Appointment to the Community Health Services Advisory Committee. Motion by Carter, seconded by McDonough. Unanimously ap proved. (B2022-243)

Community Corrections – Appointments to the Corrections Advisory Board. Motion by Carter, seconded by McDonough. Unanimously approved. (B2022-

Parks & Recreation – Appointments to the Parks and Recreation Com mission. Motion by Carter, seconded by McDonough. Unanimously approved. (B2022-245)

Board of Commissioners – Appointments to the Valley Branch Watershed District Board of Managers. Motion by Carter, seconded by McDonough. Unanimously approved. (B2022-246)

ORDINANCE PROCEDURES

Public Health – Amendments to the Public Swimming Pool Ordinance –Waive the First Reading and Set the Public Hearing. Motion by Reinhardt, seconded by McGuire. Unanimously approved. (B2022-247)

Public Health – Amendments to the Lodging Establishment Ordinance –Waive the First Reading and Set the Public Hearing. Motion by Ortega, sec onded by Frethem. Unanimously approved. (B2022-248)

Finance – 2023 Capital Improvement Program Bond Ordinance – Waive the First Reading and Set Public Hearing Date. Motion by McGuire, seconded by McDonough. Unanimously approved. (B2022-249)

COUNTY CONNECTIONS - Presented by County Manager, Ryan O’Con nor. Discussion can be found on archived video.

OUTSIDE BOARD AND COMMITTEE REPORTS – Discussion can be found on archived video.

BOARD CHAIR UPDATE - Presented by Chair MatasCastillo. Discussion can be found on archived video.

ADJOURNMENT - Chair MatasCastillo declared the meeting adjourned at 9:54 a.m.

Published one time in the Vadnais Heights Press on November 16, 2022.

STATE OF MINNESOTA, RAMSEY COUNTY DISTRICT COURT, SECOND JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT FILE NUMBER: 62-PR-22-897

CASE TYPE: INFORMAL PROBATE NOTICE OF INFORMAL PROBATE OF WILL AND APPOINTMENT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS In re the Estate of: Eldonna Irene Doerr, Decedent.

TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS AND CREDITORS: Notice is hereby given that an application for informal probate of the above-named Decedent’s Last Will dated June 21, 2012 and Codicil dated September 15, 2020 (“Will”) has been filed with the Probate Registrar, and the application has been grant ed. Notice is also given that the Probate Registrar has informally appointed the following: Kathleen Horan 649 Old Highway 8 NW, #422 New Brighton MN 55112 as personal representative of the Estate of the Decedent. Any heir, devisee or other interested person may be entitled to appointment as personal rep resentative or may object to the appointment of the personal representative. Unless objections are filed pursuant to Minn. Stat. § 524.3-607, and the court otherwise orders, the personal representative has full power to administer the Estate, including, after 30 days from the date of issuance of letters, the power to sell, encumber, lease or distribute real estate.

Any objections to the probate of the Will, or to the appointment of the per sonal representative, must be filed with this court and will be heard by the court after the filing of an appropriate petition and proper notice of hearing.

Notice is also given that, subject to Minn. Stat. § 524.3-801, all creditors having claims against the Estate are required to present the claims to the personal representative or to the Court Administrator within four (4) months after the date of this Notice, or the claims will be barred.

Laura J. Stevens, Probate Registrar Michael F. Upton, Court Administrator Date: October 31, 2022

ATTORNEY FOR PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE: Peter M. Johnson Johnson Legal Services, LLC PO Box 487 21 Main Street West Milltown, WI 54858

Attorney License No. 0399282

Telephone: (715) 280-9700

Email: pete@pjohnsonlegal.com

Published two times in the Vadnais Heights Press on November 9 and 16, 2022.

STATE OF MINNESOTA, RAMSEY COUNTY DISTRICT COURT, SECOND JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT FILE NUMBER: 62-PR-22-882

CASE TYPE: INFORMAL PROBATE NOTICE OF INFORMAL PROBATE OF WILL AND APPOINTMENT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS In re the Estate of: Doris Jeanette Forys, Decedent.

TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS AND CREDITORS:

Notice is hereby given that an application for informal probate of the abovenamed Decedent’s Last Will dated August 7, 2008 (“Will”) has been filed with the Probate Registrar, and the application has been granted. Notice is also given that the Probate Registrar has informally appointed the following: Nancy Louise Rohland 2737 Farrington Street Roseville, MN 55113 as personal representative of the Estate of the Decedent. Any heir, devisee or other interested person may be entitled to appointment as personal rep resentative or may object to the appointment of the personal representative. Unless objections are filed pursuant to Minn. Stat. § 524.3-607, and the court otherwise orders, the personal representative has full power to administer the Estate, including, after 30 days from the date of issuance of letters, the power to sell, encumber, lease or distribute real estate.

Any objections to the probate of the Will, or to the appointment of the per sonal representative, must be filed with this court and will be heard by the court after the filing of an appropriate petition and proper notice of hearing.

Notice is also given that, subject to Minn. Stat. § 524.3-801, all creditors having claims against the Estate are required to present the claims to the personal representative or to the Court Administrator within four (4) months after the date of this Notice, or the claims will be barred.

Laura J. Stevens, Probate Registrar Michael F. Upton, Court Administrator Date: October 13, 2022

Self-Represented Litigant: Nancy Louise Rohland 2737 Farrington Street Roseville, MN 55113

Published two times in the Vadnais Heights Press on November 9 and 16, 2022.

STATE OF MINNESOTA, RAMSEY COUNTY

DISTRICT COURT, SECOND JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT FILE NUMBER: 62-PR-22-923

CASE TYPE: INFORMAL PROBATE NOTICE OF INFORMAL PROBATE OF WILL AND APPOINTMENT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS

In re the Estate of: Kenneth William Smith, Decedent.

TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS AND CREDITORS:

Notice is hereby given that an application for informal probate of the abovenamed Decedent’s Last Will dated May 14, 2014 (“Will”) has been filed with the Probate Registrar, and the application has been granted. Notice is also given that the Probate Registrar has informally appointed the following:

Pamela McCumber

S8161 Kassner Road, Unit 1, Merrimac, WI 53561

Peggy Lau 1024 West King Street, Winona, MN 55987 as personal representative of the Estate of the Decedent. Any heir, devisee or other interested person may be entitled to appointment as personal rep resentative or may object to the appointment of the personal representative.

Unless objections are filed pursuant to Minn. Stat. § 524.3-607, and the court otherwise orders, the personal representative has full power to administer the Estate, including, after 30 days from the date of issuance of letters, the power to sell, encumber, lease or distribute real estate.

Any objections to the probate of the Will, or to the appointment of the per sonal representative, must be filed with this court, and will be heard by the court after the filing of an appropriate petition and proper notice of hearing.

Notice is also given that, subject to Minn. Stat. § 524.3-801, all creditors having claims against the Estate are required to present the claims to the personal representative or to the Court Administrator within four (4) months after the date of this Notice, or the claims will be barred.

Laura J. Stevens, Probate Registrar

Michael F. Upton, Court Administrator

Date: October 31, 2022

Self-Represented Litigants: Pamela McCumber

S8161 Kassner Road, Unit 1 Merrimac, WI 53561

Peggy Lau 1024 West King Street Winona, MN 55987

Published two times in the Vadnais Heights Press on November 9 and 16, 2022.

STATE OF MINNESOTA, RAMSEY COUNTY DISTRICT COURT, SECOND JUDICIAL DISTRICT PROBATE COURT DIVISION

COURT FILE NUMBER: 62-PR-22-964

NOTICE OF REMOTE HEARING ON PETITION FOR FORMAL PROBATE OF WILL, APPOINTMENT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS

In re the Estate of: Robert Kendrick Drake, a/k/a Robert K. Drake, Decedent.

NOTICE is given that on Tuesday, December 20, 2022 at 9:30 a.m., a hearing using remote technology will be held by this Court for the formal pro bate of an instrument purporting to be the Decedent’s last will Dated August 8, 2020, and for the appointment of Tammie Iris Bye, whose address is 1071 St. Clair Ave., Saint Paul, Minnesota 55105 as personal representative of the Estate of the Decedent in an unsupervised administration.

Information on how to participate in the remote hearing can be obtained by calling the Court at 651-266-8145.

Any objections to the petition must be filed with the Court prior to or raised at the hearing. If proper and if no objections are filed or raised, the personal representative will be appointed with full power to administer the Estate in cluding the power to collect all assets, to pay all legal debts, claims, taxes and expenses, to sell real and personal property, and to do all necessary acts for the Estate. If objections are filed, another hearing may be scheduled.

Any charitable beneficiary may request notice of the probate proceeding be given to the attorney general pursuant to Minnesota Statute Section 501B.41, Subdivision 5.

NOTICE SHALL BE GIVEN by publishing this Notice as provided by law and by mailing a copy of this Notice at least 14 days prior to the hearing date to all interested persons and persons who have filed a demand for notice.

Notice is also given that (subject to Minn. Stat. § 524.3-801) all creditors having claims against the Estate are required to present the claims to the personal representative or to the Court Administrator within four months after the date of this Notice or the claims will be barred.

Date: November 3, 2022 BY THE COURT: Michael Upton, Court Administrator Armela Topalovic, Deputy Court Administrator Attorney for Petitioner: R. Glenn Nord R. Glenn Nord, P. A. 20686 Holyoke Avenue, PO Box 427 Lakeville, MN 55044

Attorney License No: 79625 Telephone: 952-469-4948; FAX 952-469-4940 Email: glenn@rgnordlaw.com Published two times in the Vadnais Heights Press on November 16 and 23, 2022.

STATE OF MINNESOTA, COUNTY OF

RAMSEY

DISTRICT COURT, SECOND JUDICIAL DISTRICT CASE TYPE 2: CONDEMNATION COURT FILE NO. 62-CV-22-5698

JUDGE MARK IRELAND

NOTICE OF HEARING

County of Ramsey, Petitioner, v. Stranik Real Estate, LLC, Midas, UMB Bank, N.A., National Retail Prop erties, LP, CWP West Corp., Har Mar Retail Associates, LLC, Rice Creek Watershed District, Old Chicago, Smashburger, Waxing the City, Wingstop, Subway, Leann Chin, Ichiddo Ramen, Har Mar Barbers, Sports Clips, Paint ing with a Twist, Kyoto Sushi, Chase Bank and City of Roseville, County of Ramsey, and all other parties unknown having any claimed right, title or interest in the premises herein, together with the unknown heirs or devisees, if any, of the parties that may be deceased, and including unknown spouses, if any, Respondents.

IN THE MATTER OF THE CONDEMNATION OF CERTAIN LAND

TO THE RESPONDENTS HEREIN ABOVE NAMED:

You, and each of you, are hereby notified that on the 5th day of January, 2023, at 2:30 p.m. via ZOOM before Judge Mark Ireland. Petitioner will pres ent to the above-named court a Petition now on file herein for condemnation of certain land for highway purposes. Parties wishing to appear at the remote hearing at 2:30 p.m. on January 5, 2023, can join by logging into zoom.us/ join or by telephone (audio only/toll-free) at 1-833-568-8864. After connect ing, enter the following Meeting ID and Passcode: Meeting ID: 1613392102 Passcode: 216662

If you plan to appear by ZOOM or telephone, please notify the petitioner’s attorney listed below in order to receive a copy of any proposed exhibits and orders provided to the court. You are not required to notify the petitioner’s at torney, but failure to do so may prevent you from having access to the exhibits and proposed orders submitted.

The object of the Petition is to acquire by “quick take” condemnation under the right of eminent domain the real property interests as described in the Petition.

The land desired and proposed to be taken are situated in Ramsey County, Minnesota, and are described in the Petition, together with the names of all persons appearing of record or known to Petitioner to be the owners of said land or interested therein including all whom Petitioner has been able by in vestigation and inquiry to discover, together with the nature of the ownership of each as nearly as can be ascertained.

At the hearing, the County of Ramsey will ask the Court for an order permitting payment to the respective owners or deposit with the Court an amount equal to Petitioner’s approved appraisal of value of the parcels described in the Petition, thereby transferring title and the right to possession of the property to

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the County of Ramsey effective January 17, 2023. Furthermore, the County of Ramsey will ask the Court to ascertain the allocation of funds so deposited and to establish a procedure for the withdrawal of those funds. Neither payment to the respective owners nor deposit with the Court shall prejudice or affect the right of a respective party to apply for additional payment in this proceeding. Finally, the County of Ramsey will ask the Court to establish procedures by which commissioners shall hear all allegations and proofs of persons interested herein.

A party wishing to challenge the public use or public purpose, necessity, or authority for a taking must appear at the court hearing and state the objection or must appeal within 60 days of a court order, and a court order approving the public use or public purpose, necessity, and authority for the taking is final unless an appeal is brought within 60 days after service of the order on the party. Furthermore, a party wishing to be heard as to the appointment of the commissioners who will ascertain the amount of damages must appear at the court hearing.

Any person not appearing at the hearing, or otherwise filing a notice of appearance with the district court, may not be notified of further hearings or actions related to the Petition.

Dated: November 9, 2022

J. CHOI, Ramsey County Attorney

JOHN

By: /s/ James A. Mogen James A. Mogen, Assistant Ramsey County Attorney 121 7th Place East, Suite 4500 St. Paul, MN 55101-5001 (651) 266-3121

james.mogen@ramseycounty.us Attorney Reg. No. 0309266

Attorneys for Petitioner

Published three times in the Vadnais Heights Press on November 16, 23 and 30, 2022.

STATE OF MINNESOTA, COUNTY OF RAMSEY DISTRICT COURT, SECOND JUDICIAL DISTRICT

CASE TYPE 2: CONDEMNATION COURT FILE NO. 62-CV-22-5698

County of Ramsey, Petitioner, v.

JUDGE MARK IRELAND PETITION

Stranik Real Estate, LLC, Midas, UMB Bank, N.A., National Retail Prop erties, LP, CWP West Corp., Har Mar Retail Associates, LLC, Rice Creek Watershed District, Old Chicago, Smashburger, Waxing the City, Wingstop, Subway, Leann Chin, Ichiddo Ramen, Har Mar Barbers, Sports Clips, Paint ing with a Twist, Kyoto Sushi, Chase Bank and City of Roseville, County of Ramsey, and all other parties unknown having any claimed right, title or interest in the premises herein, together with the unknown heirs or devisees, if any, of the parties that may be deceased, and including unknown spouses, if any, Respondents.

IN THE MATTER OF THE CONDEMNATION OF CERTAIN LAND TO: THE DISTRICT COURT ABOVE NAMED The County of Ramsey brings this Petition and respectfully states and al leges: I.

That this proceeding is taken pursuant to law in the name of and on behalf of the County of Ramsey, State of Minnesota, by John J. Choi, the duly elect ed, qualified and acting County Attorney, at the request of the Board of County Commissioners of Ramsey County, as shown by County Board Resolution No. B2021-040, dated February 16, 2021, a certified copy of which is attached hereto as Exhibit A and made a part hereof. II.

That the County of Ramsey also deems it necessary, expedient, and for a public use and purpose to obtain by “quick take” condemnation under the right of eminent domain the respective permanent easements and temporary construction easements in the lands as described in this Petition, together with all structures, trees, shrubs, grass and herbage to be damaged thereby. III.

In the attached Exhibit B, where a “permanent easement” is identified, the interests being conveyed include all rights necessary for the construction, op eration, and maintenance of all public right-of-way and utility uses now known or adopted in the future. Such rights include, but are not limited to, the right: to remove and use all plants, trees, ground cover, and natural growth now existing, or later planted or grown; to permanently grade or alter the grade of the land, and to remove and use all earth and other material not reasonably necessary for lateral and subjacent support; to limit or allow the location, num ber, and related characteristics of access from the remainder property to the public right-of-way; to store equipment or supplies; to access, both ingress and egress, from the most reasonably convenient rights-of-way; to remove any physical improvements or fixtures that interfere with its use as a public right-of-way; and to exclude from the area any use or improvement that con flicts with the rights conveyed herein. Reasonable and convenient access to the remainder will be maintained. IV.

In the attached Exhibit B, where a “temporary easement” is identified, the interests being conveyed include all rights of possession and use, for a limit ed period of time, necessary or incidental to support the related construction project, including the right: to stage equipment or supplies; to access other portions of the construction project; to make minimal permanent alterations to the grade of the land that do not substantially impact the remainder; to remove (and restore in substantially similar condition) any plants, ground cover, or physical improvements; to access, both ingress and egress, from the most reasonably convenient rights-of-way; and to install any temporary improve ments. Reasonable and convenient access to the remainder will be main tained. The term of the temporary easement shall be for 24 months beginning on March 1, 2023 and ending February 28, 2025, or for 24 months from the date when granted pursuant to order of the district court, whichever is later. In addition, the interests identified in this paragraph include the option of the Petitioner to extend the temporary easement for up to two six-month terms to be held consecutive to the original term and to each other at the monthly rate determined for the initial term.

V.

Personal property not specifically identified as being acquired, including, but not limited to, fencing, irrigation systems, pavement, curbing, or signage, or trees, shrubs, plants, or ground covering, is not included in this petition, except to the extent the above rights provide for the removal, replacement, use, or repair of such property. It is the intention of the Petitioner to address any claim of damage related to personal property destroyed, removed, lost, or otherwise damaged, but not repaired or replaced in substantially similar con dition, in accordance with applicable relocation laws, including Minn. Stat. § 117.50 - .56 or the Uniform Relocation Assistance and Real Property Acquisi tion Policies Act of 1970, as amended, and any regulations adopted pursuant thereto.

VI.

That the purpose for which said interests in land described in this Petition are being acquired is for the widening, addition to and realignment of County Road B for the purpose of public travel and transportation and related uses. VII.

The taking in this matter is to obtain rights sufficient to support the con struction and maintenance of a public highway, including related facilities. Unless specifically identified, pre-existing utility, pipeline, access, and other easements or interests shall remain in full force and effect and shall only be impaired to the extent necessary for the County of Ramsey to construct and maintain a public highway, and related uses, on the land being acquired. For any parcel being taken by this condemnation proceeding that is subject to pre-existing utility, pipeline, access, or other easements or interests, the

County of Ramsey shall work as needed with the easement holder to adjust facilities to accommodate the construction or to adjust construction plans to minimize related damages.

VIII.

It is the intent of the Petitioner that reasonable access, in at least one direc tion, to the main thoroughfare will be maintained for any remaining interest of a property from which a permanent or temporary easement is taken.

IX.

Notwithstanding anything to the contrary contained herein, should tests or evaluations undertaken by or on behalf of the County of Ramsey indicate the possible presence of pollutants, contaminants, or hazardous substances on any of the property described in this Petition, the County of Ramsey reserves the right to defer effecting the transfer of the interest to any of the property as described herein for a reasonable time until the County of Ramsey can evaluate whether it wishes to proceed with the taking, abandon these pro ceedings and dismiss the Petition as to said property, or otherwise respond to such information.

Further, the County of Ramsey reserves the right to recover costs of cleanup and testing and all other damages resulting from the presence of pollut ants, contaminates, or hazardous substances on the property described here in, from all potentially responsible parties in a separate legal action. X.

That a party wishing to challenge the public use or public purpose, neces sity, or authority for a taking must appear at the hearing of this Court at which the County of Ramsey, as Petitioner, shall present this Petition to the Court and state the objection or must appeal within 60 days of a Court order. XI.

That the land in these proceedings to be taken are situated in Ramsey County, Minnesota and are more particularly described in attached Exhibit B which is made a part hereof. The names of all persons appearing of record or known to the County of Ramsey to be the owners of said land, or interested therein, including all whom the County of Ramsey has been able by investiga tion and inquiry to discover, together with the nature of the ownership of each, as nearly as can be ascertained, are set forth on attached Exhibit B. XII.

The County of Ramsey hereby moves the court for an order transferring title and possession of the parcels described herein prior to filing of an award by the court appointed commissioners, pursuant to Minnesota Statutes § 117.042.

WHEREFORE, the County of Ramsey prays for an order of this Court as follows:

1. Adjudging that said taking is for a public purpose, is necessary, and is authorized by law; and

2. It be further adjudged that the County of Ramsey is entitled to take and hold such property for the public use pursuant to the Notice of Intent to Take Possession, on file with this Court; and

3. Appointing three disinterested commissioners, and at least two alter nates, to ascertain and report the amount of damages that will be sustained by the several owners on account of the taking; fixing the time and place of the first meeting of the three commissioners; prescribing their compensa tion; establishing procedures for the disbursement of funds deposited with the district court; establishing procedures by which commissioners shall hear all allegations and proofs of persons interested herein; and requiring the commis sioners to file their report with the District Court Administrator within 365 days from the date of the order appointing the commissioners unless said time be further extended by order of the Court; and

4. For such other and further relief as may be proper and pursuant to law.

Dated: November 9, 2022

JOHN J. CHOI, Ramsey County Attorney

By: /s/ James A. Mogen James A. Mogen, Assistant Ramsey County Attorney 121 7th Place East, Suite 4500 St. Paul, MN 55101-5001 (651) 266-3121

james.mogen@ramseycounty.us Attorney Reg. No. 0309266 Attorneys for Petitioner

ACKNOWLEDGMENT

The undersigned hereby acknowledges that costs, disbursements, and reasonable attorney and witness fees may be awarded pursuant to Minn. Stat. Section 549.211 to the party against whom the allegations in this pleading are asserted.

/s/ James A. Mogen James A. Mogen

EXHIBIT A

RAMSEY COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS RESOLUTION B2021-040

Sponsor: Public Works Meeting Date: 2/16/2021

Title: 2021 - 2025 Transportation Improvement Program File Number: 2021-037

Background and Rationale:

In order to qualify for state and federal funding and to proceed with construction projects, the Ramsey County Board of Commissioners must approve the Public Works 5-year Transportation Improvement Program (TIP). The TIP is a planning document and funding estimates identified in the TIP are reflected in the County’s Capital Improvements Program Bud get. Similar programs havebeen developed each year since 1988.

The Public Works Department, annually, prepares the TIP using a col laborative process whereby the County solicits projects and input from area municipalities. Project inclusion in the TIP is based on a cooperative dialogue with municipal and state partners, along with technical analysis and consideration of funding opportunities. While funding limits will con tinue to challenge program delivery, communication and engagement with municipal partners ensures local needs and prioritiesare examined and ad dressed to the extent possible.

Projects included in the TIP are also looked at through the lens of the Ramsey County All Abilities Transportation Network (AATN) policy, which prioritizes the most vulnerable users (i.e. pedestrians, bicyclists, people with disabilities) first.

The design, construction and right of way costs identified in the TIP are estimates based on best practices in the industry. The funding landscape for transportation projects can be volatile and the ultimate delivery of the TIP is dependent on future funding levels. Partnering on projects with area communities, bordering counties, the Minnesota Department of Transpor tation and other state agencies will continue to be a critical way for Ram sey County to get the most from our available funds.

Recommendation:

The Ramsey County Board of Commissioners resolved to: Adopt the 2021-2025 Public Works Transportation Improvement Pro gram (TIP).

1. Authorize the County Engineer to prepare plans and agreements for all projects identified in theTIP, and to issue solicitations in accordance with County policies and procedures and the Minnesota Department of Trans portation’s list of “Pre-Qualified Vendors by Work Type”.

2. Authorize the County Engineer to execute Right of Way Plats and Certificate of Surveys for Highway projects that require the determination of existing right of way for the delineation and /oracquisition of property, for planning studies or disposition of excess County property.

3. Authorize the County Manager to enter into contracts and agree ments, and execute change orders and amendments to contracts, supple mental agreements, and agreements related to theexpenditure of TIP Proj ect Funds utilizing County State Aid, Federal, and participating funding associated with the construction of the approved projects in the 2021-2025 or a previously approved TIP in accordance with the County’s procurement policies and procedures.

4. Authorize the County Engineer and County Attorney to acquire tem porary easements, permanent easements, fee title, and enter into Limited Use Permits with the State of Minnesota for projects in the 2021-2025 TIP,

or previously approved TIP, by negotiation or condemnation.

5. Authorize the County Engineer to approve negotiated settlements for up to $100,000 over theCounty’s appraised value per parcel for temporary and permanent easements and fee title.

6. Authorize the County Manager to approve and execute purchase agreements, settlements, closing documents, Limited Use Permits, and other related real estate documentation associated with County Board ap proved acquisitions of real property.

7. Authorize the County Manager to approve and execute cooperative agreements and maintenance agreements with cities, counties, the State, and other governmental agencies for their participation in projects listed in the 2021-2025 Public Works TIP or previously approved TIP.

8. Authorize temporary cash loans from the County General Fund to the Road and Bridge Capital Improvement Program fund and the Wheelage Tax fund for costs of projects listed in the 9. 2021-2025 Public Works Transportation Program, or previously ap proved TIP, and for maintenance project expenditures occurring before bond or wheelage tax proceeds are received pending receipt of Federal, County State Aid Highway, State, participating funds.

A motion to approve was made by Commissioner McGuire, seconded by Commissioner MatasCastillo.

Motion passed.

Aye: - 7: Carter, Frethem, MatasCastillo, McDonough, McGuire, Ortega, and ReinhardT

By: Janet Guthrie I, Mee Cheng, Chief Clerk - County Board, duly appointed and qualified for Ramsey County, Minnesota, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true and correct copy of Resolution B2021-040, passed by the Ramsey County Board of Commissioners on 2/16/2021.

Attest: /s/ Mee Cheng Chief Clerk - County Board, Mee Cheng Date Certified

EXHIBIT B PARCEL 2

PERMANENT RIGHT-OF-WAY EASEMENT DESCRIPTION:

Over, under and across Parcel 2, RAMSEY COUNTY HIGHWAY RIGHT OF WAY PLAT NO. 37 – C.S.A.H. 25 – COUNTY ROAD B, as the same is on file and of record in the office of the Registrar of Titles in and for Ramsey County, Minnesota.

TEMPORARY EASEMENT DESCRIPTION:

Over, under and across Temporary Easement Parcel 2, RAMSEY COUN TY HIGHWAY RIGHT OF WAY PLAT NO. 37 – C.S.A.H. 25 – COUNTY ROAD B, as the same is on file and of record in the office of the Registrar of Titles in and for Ramsey County, Minnesota. PIN: 102923330020

ADDRESS: 2168 Snelling Ave. N, Roseville, MN

NAME NATURE OF INTEREST Stranik Real Estate, LLC Fee Midas Possible Lessee UMB Bank, N.A. Mortgagee

City of Roseville Possible special assessments and pathway easement holder County of Ramsey Possible property taxes

PARCEL 3 PERMANENT RIGHT-OF-WAY EASEMENT DESCRIPTION:

Over, under and across Parcel 3, RAMSEY COUNTY HIGHWAY RIGHT OF WAY PLAT NO. 37 – C.S.A.H. 25 – COUNTY ROAD B, as the same is on file and of record in the office of the Registrar of Titles in and for Ramsey County, Minnesota.

TEMPORARY EASEMENT DESCRIPTION:

Over, under and across Temporary Easement Parcel 3, RAMSEY COUN TY HIGHWAY RIGHT OF WAY PLAT NO. 37 – C.S.A.H. 25 – COUNTY ROAD B, as the same is on file and of record in the office of the Registrar of Titles in and for Ramsey County, Minnesota.

PIN: 102923330015

ADDRESS: 1555 County Road B W, Roseville, MN

NAME NATURE OF INTEREST

National Retail Properties, LP Fee owner and landlord CWP West Corp. Tenant

City of Roseville Possible special assessments County of Ramsey Possible property taxes

PARCEL 79

TEMPORARY EASEMENT DESCRIPTION:

Over, under and across Temporary Easement Parcel 79, RAMSEY COUN TY HIGHWAY RIGHT OF WAY PLAT NO. 37 – C.S.A.H. 25 – COUNTY ROAD B, as the same is on file and of record in the office of the County Recorder in and for Ramsey County, Minnesota.

PIN: 152923220017

ADDRESS: 2100 Snelling Ave. N., Roseville, MN

NAME NATURE OF INTEREST

Har Mar Retail Associates, LLC Fee

Old Chicago Possible tenants

Smashburger Waxing the City

Wingstop Subway Leann Chin Ichiddo Ramen Har Mar Barbers

Sports Clips

Painting with a Twist

Kyoto Sushi Chase Bank

Rice Creek Watershed District Declaration for maintenance of stormwater facilities

City of Roseville Possible special assessments County of Ramsey Possible property taxes

PARCEL 81

PERMANENT RIGHT-OF-WAY EASEMENT DESCRIPTION:

Over, under and across Parcel 81, RAMSEY COUNTY HIGHWAY RIGHT OF WAY PLAT NO. 37 – C.S.A.H. 25 – COUNTY ROAD B, as the same is on file and of record in the office of the County Recorder in and for Ramsey County, Minnesota.

PIN: 152923220004

ADDRESS: 0 County Road B W, Roseville, MN

NAME NATURE OF INTEREST

Har Mar Retail Associates, LLC Fee

Old Chicago Possible tenants

Smashburger Waxing the City

Wingstop

Subway Leann Chin Ichiddo Ramen Har Mar Barbers

Sports Clips

Painting with a Twist

Kyoto Sushi Chase Bank

Rice Creek Watershed District Declaration for maintenance of stormwater facilities

City of Roseville Possible special assessments

County of Ramsey Possible property taxes

Published three times in the Vadnais Heights Press on November 16, 23 and 30, 2022.

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At right: Katie, Kelly and Amy Schreier share a blanket during their visit to the first monthly farmers market of the season featuring locally sourced foods from more than 20 vendors.

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‘CHICAGO’: Now showing at WBLAHS

FROM PAGE 1

The song, “Razzle Dazzle,” in the second act is about how the judicial system is a circus, for instance. During that performance, actors juggle and do cartwheels and wear bright costumes to drive home the metaphor.

“We really tried to make those big production numbers fun and lively. We have a scene with feather fans. It's 1920, so there are flapper costumes and lots of sequins,” she said.

The set is designed to resemble the Chicago Theatre, with a replica of that venue's marquee placed on either side of the stage.

“We tried to kind of transport folks to Chicago, which I think is fun,” Suoja said.

The main cast consists of the follow ing students: senior Cecilia McCahon as Roxie Hart; senior Henry Jensen as Billy Flynn; senior Meg Petersen as Velma Kelly; junior Spencer Anderson as Amos Hart; junior Mariam Elias as Matron “Mama” Morton; senior Lena Viker as Liz; senior Ada Zavadil as Annie; junior Sanyu Mwassa as June; freshman Ruby Lange as Hunyak; senior Lauren Collier as Mona; senior Hayden Stob as Fred Casely; senior Jasper Grawe as Mary Sunshine; fresh man Oliver Grawe as Officer Fogarty; sophomore Yahaira Nok-Chiclana as Kitty/ensemble; junior Sam Anderson as Judge/ensemble; and junior Lane Luadtke as Harry/ensemble.

Other ensemble members are senior Day’Ona Nins; juniors Simon An derson, Penguin Efta, Jocelyn Falk, Kayle Hunt, Kennedy Lange and Paige Larsen; sophomores Calleigh Berman, Zawa Carney and Lily Switajewski; and freshmen Ethan Christensen, Holly Flood, Natalie Jensen, Molly LaPlante, Lucas Maahs, Eli Murphy and Freya Sanders.

IF YOU GO

What: “Chicago” by John Kander, Fred Ebb and Bob Fosse

Who: 33-member cast, directed and produced by Wendy Suoja

When: 7 p.m. Friday, Nov. 11; 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 12; 7 p.m. Thursday-Saturday, Nov. 17-19

Where: White Bear Lake Area High School North Campus Theatre

Details: White Bear Area High School’s fall musical, “Chicago,” is a 1920s-era vaudevillian romp with iconic dancing and lively music. Tick ets for the two-act show are $12 for senior citizens and students and $15 for adults. They can be purchased in advance or at the door.

The thespians have been rehearsing the show since mid-September. They started with vocal practices, then added choreography drills. Later in October, the students began rehearsing with the orchestra pit.

The biggest challenge in putting together the musical has been combin ing the technical elements, such as the lighting and sound, with the singing, dancing and costuming.

“Those last two weeks before we open is a hustle and bustle around the theater,” Suoja said.

Despite the show’s complexities, the director said the singing and dancing in “Chicago” are fun to watch and the music is enjoyable.

“It's a recognizable score, so people will love the music because they'll know the music,” Suoja said.

She added that the dancing in “Chi cago” follows the style of the Broadway show’s original choreographer, Bob Fosse.

“It's our responsibility to make sure that we have Fosse dance, and that we represent that in our show. People might not realize that they're seeing very iconic choreography, that that's a very specific flavor of the show that needs to be executed,” she said.

This year’s musical is also a return to normal for the high school theater since the shows over the past two years had limited choreography and perform ers wore masks on stage.

“The kids are really excited to have kind of a normal year and to be able to put on a show that feels a little bit more like we're not compromising for the just-in-cases,” Suoja said.

Changes to Metro Transit coming

Metro Transit will make changes to transit service throughout the metro, including to express bus Route 275 from the Vadnais Heights Walmart to St. Paul, on Dec. 3. These planned quarter ly service changes are being made to maintain reliability amid an ongoing driver shortage. Upcoming changes to Route 275 include reducing service to two trips in each direction to better match ridership and resources.

• Southbound trip leaving County Road 14 Park & Ride at 6:38 a.m. will no longer operate.

• Northbound trip leaving Smith Avenue Ramp at 4 p.m. will no longer operate.

More information about route chang es throughout the metro area can be found on the Metro Transit website https://bit.ly/3FVjjGp.

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Henry Jensen, playing the role of the hotshot lawyer Billy Flynn, is joined onstage by an ensemble of fan dancers during a scene fea turing the song “All I care about is love.”

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Winter Parking Rules

Winter parking rules go through April 1. No parking is allowed on any City street between the hours of 1 and 6 am. There is also no park ing allowed immediately after accumulation of two inches or more of continuous snow until the street is plowed curb to curb. Violators will be ticketed and/or towed.

Participate in Ramsey County’s November Incentive

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Make a Donation

The Community is invited to drop off donations of non-perishable food, toys, or age-appropriate items for older children up to the age of 16 at City Hall from 8 am to 4:30 pm through December 14 or at Cities Credit Union, Frandsen Bank and Trust, and at F&M Bank during their normal business hours.

Monetary donations are always welcome and appreciated. If donating by check, make it payable to the Vadnais Heights Lions Club Foundation and mail to V.H. Lions Food/Toy Drive, 800 East County Road E or drop off at City Hall. If you would like to donate online, go to the Give MN website (www.givemn.org)

under the VH Lions Club Foundation. As the Vadnais Heights Lions Club Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit charity, your contribution is tax deductible as allowed by law.

PJs with Santa

December 2nd from 6 to 8 pm at the Vadnais Heights Commons. Photos with Santa, games, treats and more! Parents must accompany children throughout the event. Wear pajamas if you like. Pre-registration is required. Cost: $10/family (residents) or $20/family (non-res idents). Register online by November 25 at www.cityvadnaisheights.com/register.

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2022 LOCAL ELECTION RESULTS

SENATE DISTRICT 36

Roger Chamberlain (R) (formerly District 38) 47.13% (20,838 votes)

Heather Gustafson (DFL) 52.81% (23,348 votes)

HOUSE DISTRICT 36B

Brion Curran (DFL) 53.48% (11,337 votes)

Heidi Gunderson (R) 46.38% (9,833 votes)

VADNAIS HEIGHTS MAYOR Mike Krachmer 46.46% (2,595 votes)

Joe Scrocca 14.75% (824 votes)

Greg Urban 38.14% (2,130 votes) Jerry Moynagh 17.17% (1,635 votes)

SCHOOL DISTRICT QUESTION 1

RenewalofExpiringCapitalProjectLevyAuthorization

TheSchoolBoardherebydeterminesanddeclaresthatitisnecessaryandexpedientfortheSchool Districttorenewitsexistingcapitalprojectlevyauthorizationwhichisscheduledtoexpireafter taxespayablein2023.Theproposedcapitalprojectlevyauthorizationwillbeintheamountof 2.208%timesthenettaxcapacityoftheSchoolDistrict.Theproposedcapitalprojectlevywill raiseapproximately$2,590,309fortaxespayablein2024,thefirstyearitistobelevied,and wouldbeauthorizedforten(10)years.Theestimatedtotalcostoftheprojectstobefundedbythe approvedcapitalprojectlevyauthorizationduringthattimeperiodisapproximately$25,903,090. Theadditionalrevenuefromtheproposedcapitalprojectlevyauthorizationwillprovidefundsfor upgradedsafetyandsecurity;technologyandrelatedservices;thepurchaseoftextbooks,curriculum materialsandequipment,andmusicalinstruments;andthepurchaseofbusesandvansforstudent transportation.TheprojecthasreceivedapositiveReviewandCommentfromtheCommissionerof Education.ShallthecapitalprojectlevyauthorizationproposedbytheboardofIndependentSchool District No.624 be approved?

(ISD #624/WHITE BEAR LAKE AREA SCHOOLS)

KEY:

Kelly Wheaton 8.97% (854 votes) Tim Kelvie 5.69% (542 votes)

VADNAIS HEIGHTS CITY COUNCIL (ELECT 2) Curt Cooper 9.58% (912 votes) Katherine Doll Kanne 21.17% (2,016 votes) Patricia Youker (incumbent) 14.46% (1,377 votes) Kelly Jozwowski 22.40% (2,133 votes)

Election Victor Not Elected

Note: Bar length is a visual representation only (and not meant to de pict the percentages listed with 100% accuracy. The percentages and total votes) next to the name of the candidate are correct based on vote count.

Mahtomedi has state swim entrants in 7 events

The Mahtomedi swimmers qualified for state in seven events at Section 4A, including double gold medalist Abigail Wright and all three relay teams. The Zephyrs placed third of 12 teams, be hind Visitation and Cretin-Derham Hall, in action Wednesday through Friday at Two Rivers High School

Wright, eighth-grader, was champion in the 50 and 100 freestyles with 24.29 and 51.94, both school records. Also advancing individually, by standard, were Ella Mattson, fourth in backstroke (1:01.78), and Sydney Armstrong, seventh in the 500 (5:22.16).

Placing second were Zephyr 200 free relay (1:40.92) with Hannah Drecktrah, Aleksa Atkin son, Delaney Dumermuth and Wright, and and

400 free relay (3:39.09) with Matson, Emmerson Buckley, Armstrong, and Wright. The medley team (1:59.99) took third with Buckley, Audrey Carlson, Matson and Dumermuth and qualified by standard. The medley and 400 teams set school records.

Others advancing to finals were Buckley, fourth in backstroke (1:01.68); Matson, seventh in butter fly (1:00.89); Dumermuth, eighth in 50 free (25.35); and Carlson, eighth in breaststroke (1:10.99).

State Class A areThursday and Friday at the University of Minnesota, at noon each day.

Zephyrs 1-2 in state volleyball

BY BRUCE STRAND SPORTS CONTRIBUTER

The Mahtomedi volleyball team picked up one victory while losing twice in the school’s first state tourna ment appearance last week at Xcel En ergy Center. They Zephyrs finished 25-7 with conference and section titles.

Grand Rapids (25-6) beat the Zephyrs 2515, 25-17, 25-19 in the Class 3A quarterfi nals Wednesday. An sha Khandpur served for six straight points, includ ing two aces, to give the Zephyrs a 17-14 lead in game two, but Grand Rapids’ Kate Jamtgaard served for 11 straight to close it out. In game three, the Zephyrs rallied from a 16-7 deficit to within 20-18 before fading.

Kat Arnason logged nine kills and five blocks for the Zephyrs. Abby Bruggeman made seven kills. Grand Rapids got 10 kills each from Haylee Finck bone, Jamtgaard and Kyra Giffen. Braya LaPlant made 36 assists and four kills.

The Zephyrs stayed alive with a 25-10, 25-12, 25-18 win over DeLaSalle (12-15) Friday. Arnason smacked 15 kills and five aces. Abby Bruggeman had eight kills, Ellie Mustar 26 aces, Kylie Poul four aces, and Khandpur and Mustar three aces each.

Detroit Lakes beat the Zephyrs 25-19, 25-11, 25-17 in the consolation finals.

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Sydney Armstrong, freestyler, advanced to state in two events.

Wright, Mahtomedi eighth-grade swimmer, captured Section 4A championships in the 50 freestyle with 24.29 and 100 freestyle with 51.94 on Friday night, lowering her school records in both. She anchored secondplace finishes by 200 and 400 freestyle relays and

swim at state in those events also. Wright placed 12th in the 200

state last year when she was one of just two seventh-graders in the meet. She set Metro East Conference records in the 50 (53.45) and 200 (1:57.8) this season. “We coached her when she was younger, so we knew she had talent,” said Micah Goldman, assistant coach to her dad, Mike Goldman, “but she has been constantly surprising us with what she has achieved. She has an incredible work ethic. She’s tall and very mature for her age. People think she’s a senior.”

BRENNAN SCHACHTNER | CONTRIBUTED Kat Arnason spiked against Grand Rapids’ Kate Jamtgaard (10) and Braya LaPlant (11).

Upcoming events:

Members’ Exhibition Opening Reception & Holiday Party

Thursday, Dec. 1, 6:30-8:30 p.m.

• Celebrate WBCA members. Join us for the Members’ Exhibition and Holiday Party where you can view the Members’ Exhibition on display in the Ford Family Gallery, visit with artists, listen to live music, and have fun. All are welcome to this free event.

WBCA looks forward to another year of high school writing contest

Extra Member Discount Days

• WBCA members receive an extra 5% off at the Ann Tousley Luther Art Shop from Dec. 1-3. Shop local artwork this holiday season!

Still Life Painting in Oil with Christopher Copeland

3 Thursdays, Dec. 8-22, 1:30-4 p.m.

• Learn to organize a still life set-up and paint it in consecutive sessions. You will start by learning drawing and value structure, then review color temperature and its relation to light, shadow, and form. You will finish the painting with accents, edges and glazes. Register at WhiteBearArts.org

Each year for one night in May, WBCA is full of stu dents, families, and teachers, all waiting to hear the winners of the WriteNow! contest. Students have submitted their writing to be judged, and it can be an emotional evening. Some will win cash prizes for their stories, and leave with a feeling of validation not just from their school, but now from members of the larger community as well. Others will go home empty handed, but English teacher Josh Lehr sees value even if they don’t win. “It opens up a conver sation about losing,” he said, “and still holds value.” Either way students have taken a leap to put their work out into the world.

Josh Lehr has taught English at White Bear Lake Area High School North Campus for over a decade, and brings an enthusiasm for creative writ ing to the WriteNow! contest. Each year he encourages his students to submit their work, whether it be poetry, short stories, or creative nonfiction. And he has seen firsthand

the impact that WriteNow! can have on students. Being recognized by the commu nity can be the spark that some students need to pur sue writing. “Kids who were unaware they had these skills all of a sudden had an epiph any,” Lehr said. “The contest affords students the ability to see themselves as a writer.” Not only do students see their own work in a different light, they also are exposed to a larger community of writers. This is something Lehr wants to build on in the coming years. He envisions mentor ship opportunities between students and established writ ers, and he sees the art center

as a central meeting space. “The proximity is powerful,” Lehr said. Getting validation from WBCA, a place close to their school, “is like an extension of the community placing value on what they’re already doing.”

Students would come back year after year, wanting to be recognized for their work. They need that repeated expo sure. Through these different mediums the students can see themselves in different ways.”

“[The contest] shows [stu dents] what’s inside of them selves in unique ways.”

This year, as students accept their awards at the Write Now! ceremony, they will be recognized for work that can, at times, be deeply personal.

WBCA is a place that fosters that vulnerability, and vali dates the work that students put into their writing. Sub missions are now open for the 2023 WriteNow! High School Writing Contest. You can learn more about the contest at WhiteBearArts.org.

WBCA receives $50,000 match

Peyote Stitch Triangles

2 Saturdays, Dec. 10 & 17, 10 a.m.-12 p.m.

• Make some holiday bling to brighten up an outfit or to give as gifts. In this class you will learn peyote stitch while creating a pair of earrings. You will make triangles out of Japanese delicate beads using an off-loom needle and thread technique. Register at WhiteBearArts.org

WBCA received a $50,000 matching grant from the Manitou Fund for its yearend giving campaign, mean ing that all donations up to $50,000 will be doubled. WB CA’s Gretchen Stein spoke to the importance of financially supporting WBCA in a recent member interview. “We love supporting WBCA because it brings the community togeth er. It gets artists out of our homes and into a commu nity setting. Being exposed to other creatives makes us better artists,” Gretchen said. “I am a psychotherapist. I

noticed during COVID that people of all ages, especially youth, experienced mental

health challenges. We need that connectedness and pur pose—a sense of creativity and healing. Physical, mental, and spiritual wellbeing are all important. WBCA is that place that creates community and connection for all ages.”

You can donate online at WhiteBearArts.org/Donate. Everyone who donates is welcome to contribute to WBCA’s community mural located in the art center’s atrium. Stop by WBCA to participate at 4971 Long Ave. White Bear Lake.

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Josh Lehr and a student at the 2022 WriteNow! Award Ceremony.

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WBCA | Contributed Gretchen Stein is pictured with her family.

MAYOR RACE: Birchwood elects write-in candidate

In the video, Ford referenced her 12 years as a board member at St. Catherine, including four years as chair, as well as involvement with homeowner associ ations as examples of her past leadership experience. Ford said her period on the St. Catherine board was “a time of great change” but that she was able to help successfully navigate those changes.

“It involved respectful listening, it involved radical transparency. It was a lot of brown-bagged lunches and coffees and office hours and sharing and under standing and respectful listening. I’d like to bring that to Birchwood,” Ford said in the video.

What Ford said she’s most looking forward to doing as mayor is connecting with people in the community and finding ways to build consensus on issues.

“We all kind of want the same things in an over arching sense. Everyone wants safe roads and great parks and an affordable city to live in and smooth

processes. Everyone wants that, no one’s disagree ing,” Ford said. “But I think the thing is, how to get to consensus agreement about what those things look like for the villagers of Birchwood because not every one’s going to think the same about it. But I think if there’s enough dialogue and respectful listening and give-and-take, we can all come to an idea consensus idea of how we should work going forward and what we should plan for.”

The new mayor of Birchwood will be sworn into office in early January.

Nelson, a 66-year-old who works as a gas fitter, steamfitter and plumber and who works on gas fireplaces, said he was disappointed in the election outcome.

“I could have made a big difference, and now the sta tus quo is going to continue, is my fear,” Nelson said.

McKenzie did not respond to a phone voicemail requesting comment by press deadline.

White Bear Lake ROTARY ACADEMIC ACHIEVER

Rotary Matters

The 5th grade teachers at Vadnais Heights Elementary School have nominated Reggie Yang for the 2022-2023 Academic Achiever Award.

Reggie is the quiet leader in the classroom that does not go unnoticed. He is driven to work hard and put forth the best effort in all he does! It is easy to connect with Reggie because he accepts everyone as they are. He will be the one to assist others in the room and set the example of leadership in the room. Beyond the classroom, you can see him always holding the door for everyone, being a patrol, playing sports, and enjoying anime!

Reggie's quiet nature is loud and recognized by all. The 5th grade teacher at Vadnais Heights Elementary celebrate Reggie as he continues to make positive impacts in his student career in White Bear Lake.

Reggie

Vadnais Heights Elementary

Margaret Ford