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Local author celebrates Minnesota music legends

Andrea Swensson, editor of North Oaks News, has written three books on her own and four additional books for Paisley Park. The North Oaks resident’s book, “Prince and Purple Rain: 40 Years” was published this month and chronicles the years since the release of Purple Rain in June, 1984. Her next book, “Deeper Blues: The Life, Songs and Salvation of Cornbread Harris” will come out in August. Press Publications recently sat down with Swensson to learn more about her and her upcoming works.

Q: Tell us a little bit about yourself.

A: I have been a music journalist

in the Twin Cities for the past 20 years. I started my career at City Pages, then spent a decade working at Minnesota Public Radio’s The Current. In recent years I’ve shifted my focus to writing books and hosting the official Prince Podcast for Prince’s estate. I also just started working as editor of North Oaks News this year, which has been a great way to get involved in the community where I live.

Q: You contemplated a career as a classically trained concert pianist. What made you shift your focus from performing

music to writing about it?

A: As a 19-year-old, the idea of spending four to five hours a day locked in a rehearsal room with a piano started to sound less appealing than going out to rock shows and interviewing musicians. I fell in love with this work by writing articles for Hamline University’s newspaper, “The Oracle,” and never looked back.

Q: How many books have you written over the years? When was the first one published and what inspired it?

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Do you, or would you like to, safely drive, bike, or walk along Highway 96 on the north side of White Bear Lake? Over the next 12 months, Ramsey and Washington Counties will gather citizen input to guide them in reimagining the corridor between Highway 61 and Stillwater. Washington County, which recently accepted responsibility for its segment of Highway 96, has earmarked completion of its portion of this roadway for improvements in 2028. Ramsey County is choosing to examine its stretch, fostering a collaborative planning and implementation process. Considerations will include accommodations for bicyclists, pedestrians, and motor vehicles.

Longtime fire chief set to retire

BY LORETTA HARDING CONTRIBUTING WRITER

Mahtomedi Fire Chief Terry Fischer is officially retiring on Sept. 20, and the Mahtomedi City Council has started the process of replacing him by approving a recruitment proposal from David Drown Associates (DDA) at the June 18 City Council meeting. Mayor Richard Brainerd urged city staff to start the long process immediately, because Fischer was already counting down the days by the time he submitted his letter of resignation.

“I have 2 new grandkids and a cabin,” said Fischer. “I’ll be 65 and it’s just time. And I’m leaving the department in a good place.” Bart Fischer (no relation) will be the city’s contact with DDA, who will charge the city $27,000 for the search. The all-inclusive fee had already been set aside in the 2024 budget, City Administrator Scott Neilson said. Neilson recommended DDA, who conducts many of the city and county executive searches in the state and is experienced with the search and recruitment process.

Fischer, who moved to Mahtomedi in 1993, has spent 31 years with the department and was elevated to chief in 2009. He thanked council for all the work done to lead the city to the good place it is in at present. “We accomplished a lot since I’ve been chief, and I have 93 days until retirement,” he said. But he’s not getting out of town before the city holds a community event in his honor. Stay tuned.

CONTRIBUTED

“Prince and Purple Rain: 40 Years” by Andrea Swensson is a 175 page coffee table-worthy book full of history and photos, and encased in a purple velvet cover.

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The following students were named to the Dean’s list or received academic honors at a college or university in Spring 2024:

College of St. Scholastica: Brooke Ascheman of White Bear Township; Janet Roehlen of White Bear Lake; Ella Herlick, Grace Newfield, and Kyle Oswald, all of Mahtomedi; Courtney Hook and Kylie Hook, both of Vadnais Heights.

LeTourneau University: Aaron Sorley of White Bear Lake.

Milwaukee School of Engineering: Cordell Steiner of White Bear Lake; Ryan Malvey of Birchwood. Minnesota State UniversityMoorhead: Daisy vaching of Vadnais Heights; Meredith Burchett of White Bear Lake.

Morningside University: Logan Lundgren of White Bear Lake.

North Dakota State College of Science: Nicholas Distad of White Bear Lake.

North Dakota State University: Noah Reagan and Quinn Whitehead, both of Mahtomedi; Sully Gunderson of Vadnais Heights; Paul Johnson and Derek Lopez, both of White Bear Lake; Sydney Dean and Andrew Slator, both of White Bear Township.

North Iowa Area Community College: Sonya Potthoff and Nicholas Worden, both of White Bear Lake.

Northwest Technical College: Thomas Yoshida of Pine Springs.

Saint Mary’s University: Kendall Rolling of Dellwood; Thomas Comstock of White Bear Lake.

Southern New Hampshire University: Aveline McCabe, Madison Medin, Tawnie Tong, and Henrich Andouba, and Landon Witt, all of White Bear Lake.

United States Air Force Academy: Joseph Tschetter of White Bear Lake (Phi Kappa Phi).

University of Minnesota Duluth: Mackenna Buckley, Sydney Gadbois,

Bianca Gratke, Natalie Ostrand, Joseph Phelps, and Samantha Saenger, all of Mahtomedi; William Arlandson, Jillian Ballata, Phoebe Diez, Grayson Hughes, Erin Hunter, Katherine Kaufman, Andrew Laska, Patrick Levins, Grace Maki, Julie Olson, Noah Rosenberg, Jackson Thoma, Madeline Verkerke, and Lily Wagner, all of White Bear Lake.

University of North Dakota: Megan Langer of White Bear Lake.

University of Wisconsin-Madison: Olivia Decker, John Diffley, Ellie Donovan, Mary McCormick, Aaron Moriarity, and Riley Schwietz, all of Mahtomedi; Skylar Clowser of Mahtomedi; Valeria Diaz Moreno, Kayla Meslow, Molly Trudgeon, and Tatiana Zech, all of White Bear Lake.

University of Wisconsin-River Falls: Madilyn Geiske, Laura Koontz, and Dominic Picciano, all of White Bear Lake; Lydia Holslin and Allison Kosel, both of Mahtomedi.

University of Wisconsin-Stout: Brody Fox and Dustin Foty, both of Mahtomedi.

University of Wisconsin-Superior: Kaitlyn Stender of White Bear Lake. Winona State University: Emma Anderson, Diana Lee, Kaylee Nickisch, and Annika Poehler, all of White Bear Lake; Gabriel Bartlett of Vadnais Heights; Wyatt Butters and Mallory Thiessen, both of White Bear Township; Samuel Hemenway, Natalie McCarthy, and Magnolia Podgorak all of Mahtomedi.

The following students graduated from a college or university in Spring 2024: Augustana University: Mackenzie Ternes of Vadnais Heights, Bachelor of Arts, marketing, international studies.

Baylor University: Jenna Whitehead of Mahtomedi, Bachelor of Science, global public health and Spanish, with honors.

A: I have written three books on my own and four additional books for Paisley Park, Prince’s creative complex that has now become a museum. My first book, “Got to Be Something Here: The Rise of the Minneapolis Sound,” tells the history of the early funk and soul scene in the Twin Cities and was published in 2017 by the University of Minnesota Press. It was inspired by meeting talented Black musicians like Willie Walker and Sonny Knight who had amazing stories that had never been documented, even though their generation directly inspired famous artists like Prince.

Q: Tell us about your two newest books, how they came about and why you were inspired to write them.

A : “Prince and Purple Rain: 40 Years” is a beautiful purple velvet slipcased coffee table book about the creation of Prince’s best-selling album and film. “Deeper Blues: The Life, Songs and Salvation of Cornbread Harris” is a biography of the 97-year-old blues legend that also includes the story of his reconciliation with his longestranged, famous producer son, Jimmy Jam.

Q: What has been the most rewarding aspect of writing about Prince and Cornbread’s legacy?

A: My two books are very different but also carry forward my passion for uplifting marginalized voices and celebrating Minnesota music legends. The most rewarding aspect for me is knowing that their stories will live on in these books.

Q: What is something you think might surprise people about Prince and or Cornbread?

A: The most surprising thing about Prince is the speed and intensity with which he worked. During the Purple Rain era he was often writing and recording a new song every day, sometimes two songs. He had so many hits that he had to give some of them away, like the Bangles’ “Manic Monday.”

One thing that continues to surprise and amaze me about Cornbread is that he has been making music in the Twin Cities since World War II, and still performs a couple shows a week. That’s more than most musicians in their 20s! You can catch him at Palmer’s Bar every Sunday from 5-7 p.m. in addition to brunch shows at Hell’s Kitchen and Icehouse.

Q: Are there any upcoming projects or projects in the works that you are excited about that you can share with us?

A : In addition to working closely with Cornbread on my book, I am also starting a small record label to help release his music. We are pressing a limited-run vinyl record of his music called Anthology that spans 1955-2021. That’s 67 years of recorded music! We’ll have it available at the book launch show at the Cedar Cultural Center.

Q: Where can people find your books?

A: Both books are widely available at independent bookstores and online retailers. I also really enjoy signing personalized copies for people, and those can be ordered directly from me at andreaswensson.com.

Q: Do you have any events (book signings, book parties etc.) coming up this summer in MN that we can help spread the word about?

A: Yes please! The big book launch event for “Deeper Blues” will take place at the Cedar Cultural Center on Friday, Aug. 16. Cornbread and Jimmy Jam will both perform and share stories, and people will be able to buy copies of the book that have been signed by Cornbread and me.

Andrea Swensson

PHOTOS CONTRIBUTED Swenson with local blues legend Cornbread Harris, who is also the father of famous producer Jimmy Jam.

The little guys

For the last decade that I have been working as a journalist I have received several awards, but this was a first.

I recently attended the Minnesota Society of Professional Journalists (MNSPJ)

Page One Awards to receive a third-place award in the feature writing category for the “Faces of Fentanyl” story that was published in several of our publications back in October. The story detailed the journeys of area residents Laura Cowles, Heather Johnson and Zach Zacho, who all outlived their children, who were victims of a fentanyl overdose.

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Shenanigans

Shannon Granholm

For several years now I have entered the Minnesota Newspaper Association (MNA) Better Newspaper Contest in hopes of winning an award. This year when I entered and didn’t receive an award, I was disheartened. When I saw an email about the MNSPJ awards contest, which I had never entered, I thought hmmm should I try?

I spoke with our photographer Paul Dols, who said he had attended the MNSPJ awards banquet in the past and enjoyed their guest speakers. He encouraged me to enter and so I did. I submitted a feature story and some of my more personal columns that have talked about the loss of my German shepherd Frosty, my grandfather and my personal journey with postpartum depression.

Back in February, I received an email letting me know that I had won an award, but it didn’t give any more information than that. Up until the banquet, I had no idea what I won for, what category the award was in or what place I got. I was so thrilled to receive an award, especially for such an important story that has affected so many lives. This year’s contest had well over 500 entries from across the state. Of course, once I found out I received third place, the competitor in me started to come out and I was a bit disappointed I didn’t get second, or even first place. Perhaps it is all those years of competing in figure skating, where second place just wasn’t good enough for me.

At the banquet, I was reminded that I was up against all the “big guys.” In almost every category, awards were given to the Star Tribune, Minnesota Public Radio and the Pioneer Press. So, I was happy to represent the “little guys.” We “little guys” are often forgotten about. Those bigger media outlets may cover the controversial topics when there are 250 people packed into city hall, but what about the little guys who are always there, even when we are the only one in the audience. We are still here. So, here’s to the little guys who are still around and work every day to produce LOCAL news the communities, outside of Minneapolis and St. Paul, deserve. Thank you to our readers and subscribers who continue to trust us and support us.

Although we don’t do this job for awards, it sure feels nice to be recognized and reminded that what we do matters.

Shannon Granholm is the Managing Editor at Press Publications. She can be reached by emailing quadnews@presspubs.com or calling 651-407-1200

Shannon Granholm received a third-place award in the feature writing category at the Minnesota Society of Professional Journalists Page One Awards banquet at The Lowlands in St. Paul.

Journey Through Time: History of Social Security

In the fabric of society, few programs have woven themselves as deeply into the American culture as Social Security. The economic devastation of the Great Depression further exposed society's vulnerabilities, with millions of older Americans in poverty and many more at risk of financial ruin.  In response, the Social Security Act was signed into law to better ensure a measure of income security for older Americans in retirement.

Over the subsequent decades, it has matured into a vital source of guaranteed,  inflationadjusted income for millions of retirees who pay in and earn their Social Security through payroll taxes they and their employers contribute throughout their working lives.  Social Security also enjoys widespread support across all ages and demographic groups.

Today, nearly one in five Minnesota residents (1,069,913 people) receive Social Security. Most of those age 65 or older count on Social Security as their largest source of income, and about 25% of households rely on Social Security for 90% or more of their income.

With 90% of people saying Social Security is important to their retirement security, it is instructive to understand how it was created and how it has evolved over time.  Here's a timeline of significant events in the history of Social Security.

Aug. 14, 1935: President Franklin Roosevelt signed the Social Security Act into law.

Aug. 10, 1939:  The program was broadened to include benefits for workers’ dependents and survivors.

October 1950: Congress authorized the first cost-of-living adjustment (COLA), an increase of 77 percent.

September 1960: President Eisenhower signed a law amending the disability rules to permit payment of benefits to disabled workers of any age and to their dependents.

June 30, 1961: All workers are now allowed to retire early at age 62, albeit at a reduced Social Security benefit. Previously, benefits could not be claimed until the normal retirement age (NRA) of 65.

Oct. 30, 1972: President Nixon signed the Social Security Amendments making the cost-ofliving adjustment automatic each year,

April 20, 1983: President Ronald Reagan signed into law sweeping changes to Social Security aimed at addressing the imminent Social Security funding gap. These included moving up scheduled increases in the payroll taxes that

fund Social Security, gradually raising the normal retirement age to 67, and making 50 percent of Social Security benefits taxable for recipients with incomes above $25,000 for an individual and $32,000 for married couples filing jointly.

Aug. 10, 1993: President Bill Clinton signed the Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act, a large deficit reduction package of tax increases and spending cuts that included a provision raising the share of Social Security benefits subject to income tax from 50 percent to 85 percent for beneficiaries with incomes above $34,000 (single) or $44,000 (couple).

May 6, 2024:  According to the Social Security Trustees report, Social Security can pay full benefits until 2035. That doesn’t mean Social Security payments would end, but they would be funded only by each year’s payroll tax revenue. The Trustees estimate that would cover about 83 percent of scheduled benefit payments.

The history of Social Security is a testament to the promise between the government and its citizens. From its humble beginnings during the Great Depression, Social Security has stood the test of time, having never missed a payment, providing a foundation of retirement security to generations of Americans.

Cathy McLeer is the AARP Minnesota State Director

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Movers & Shakers

Cathy McLeer

Honor community, business leader

Recently White Bear lost one of it’s most enthusiastic promoters of White Bear Lake.  Carol (Venburg) McFarlane was one of the best supporters of our city, and it was obvious by the hundreds who turned out for her Celebration of Life.  Carol dedicated herself by being involved in Marketfest, president of the White Bear Lake Alumni Association, Board member and former president of 916 Education Foundation, committee member of the ’68 class reunion, Co-founder and past chair of Level Up Academy School, Co-founder of the White Bear Lake Economic Development Corporation, a council member of her church, a member of the White Bear Lake Women’s Club, past-board member of the White Bear Lake Chamber of Commerce, co-chair of NE Chapter of MICAH (an affordable housing resource organization), as well as a State Legislator representing White Bear Lake from 2007 to 2012.  She accomplished all of this while she and her husband, Pat, owned and operated Venburg Tire.  Carol accomplished all of this while also showing love for her dedicated husband, Pat, of 52 years, and a passion for her family.  Since Carol spent so much of her time and energy for the improvement of White Bear Lake, wouldn’t it be appropriate if the city named a school after her?

Gloria Carpenter White Bear Lake

Disappointed

I’m disappointed. For the last two years the Mayor of Vadnais Heights has hung flags over his garage doors during Pride month and George Floyd’s anniversary. The flags were the Trans/ Gay pride flag, the BLM flag and the COEXIST religions flag. June is Pride month and the flags have not been displayed. It is too bad that the Mayor

feels the pressure of some groups and is afraid to show his support for these causes. I hope the Mayor continues to fly his flags.

Craig Johnson

Vadnais Heights

Council isn’t listening to residents

On June 18 I tried to address the City Council at the “open to the public” section of the Vadnais Heights City Council meeting.

But as I approached the lectern, the Mayor began to give a very long speech to instruct residents about what he wanted to hear, and what he didn’t want to hear from residents.

After I was allowed to speak, the Mayor interrupted me, and he spent more time asking me questions about what I wanted to say than if he would have remained quiet and just listened to me in the first place.

If I were allowed to finish, I would have told the Council:

“After reading the published Public Notice, I don’t see how any reasonable person could possibly make an argument that ALL residents were notified of a citywide increase in the maximum density for High Density Residential from 22 units per acre to 45 Units per acre in the Vadnais Heights 2040 Comprehensive Plan.

In addition, there were no letters that were sent to Vadnais’ residents citywide.

At the June 4 City Council meeting, I asked for a special meeting in which all residents would be invited to the wetlands that the city staff proclaimed to be a success for the replacement of the wetland that was lost in order to build the Bluebird Grove PUD.

But there was no support from the Council.

Today the City Council did hold a special meeting in which NO residents were invited.

This was a closed door meeting to

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discuss selling the publicly owned property at 3400 Arcade St.  This sale does not currently comply with the 2040 Comprehensive Plan, and in my opinion, will not comply with the Plan after the amendments are considered, since proper public notice was not given to ALL residents citywide.

In my opinion, this is FAR beyond dishonest.

Please use your conscience to do what’s right and deny this recommendation and send a message to residents that shows you understand that the City of Vadnais Heights is not “city-owned!”  Instead, it is publicly owned by ALL residents.”

Troy Kunze Vadnais Heights

Wildlife needs insects

I was just visited by a company that wanted to spray my house for “pests” –meaning mice, spiders ants, etc. They also do an outside treatment along the roofline and even spray the perimeter of my lawn to cut back on spiders and ticks. It all sounds great, right? Fewer spiders in the house, no ants in the kitchen, no ticks to bite me or my dogs –all good stuff, correct?

But as I thought about it, I recalled that the hummingbirds eat insects that are caught in spider webs on my deck railing, and other birds eat insects. It’s all a circle of life, and many species are dependent on the insects that are in our yards. Those insecticides do not just kill unwanted species, they can kill/ control many species of insects.

This past winter when I was outside more than normal due to the unseasonable warmth, I missed hearing bird calls – the birds were still down south. And I’ve been so appreciative of having birds and butterflies back this spring. We need to support wildlife in our yards and that starts with insects.

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I would like to encourage homeowners to NOT kill off the insects in your yards – they are needed by our wildlife. Say NO to insecticides in your yards –treat the inside of your house only. If you enjoy seeing and hearing birds and other wildlife, if you want to support our natural ecosystems which are under a lot of strain, if you care about sustainability, please avoid spraying your yard for insects.

To learn more about this subject, there are many YouTube videos on backyard ecosystems, along with information from various organizations.

Betsy Thorson Mahtomedi

Veterans merit care

Quite frequently in some circles it is popular to describe VA medical care for veterans as an example of “socialized” medicine. While it is true that the federal government pays for medical support for veterans, it is not universal care. It is earned care, which is based on what is better described as a meritocracy. Veterans merit their care because they have earned it based on an agreement veterans made with Congress. In 1980 I enlisted and served until 2008. In 1980 we were assured we were enlisting in lifetime care in response to offering to fight and, if necessary, die for your freedom and our country. Socialized medicine is best described as a social entitlement which is gifted as an entitlement or human right. Veterans are not asking for a social entitlement because they are just in America, they merit earned care as promised by your and my representative government. They merit it because, as Abraham Lincoln once said, they “have borne the battle.”

David Knight White Bear Lake

COPS&COURTS

Police department investigating infant homicide

The White Bear Lake Police Department recently reported that a possible child abuse incident that occurred earlier this year has been ruled a homicide. According to the WBLPD, at approximately 9:40 p.m. Jan. 31 White Bear Lake police were dispatched to St. John’s Hospital to take a report of an instance of possible child abuse. On March 22, the WBLPD was informed that the child had died. On June 20, the Hennepin County Medical Examiner’s Office released information ruling the child’s death as a homicide. There have been no arrests made stemming from this incident. The case has been under invesitgation since January and remains under investigation.

The Press will provide more information about this case as it becomes available.

RAMSEY COUNTY SHERIFF’S REPORTS

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

Vadnais Heights

• A resident in the 3500 block of English Street on May 20 reported finding a hole from a BB pellet in his kitchen window.

• A Maplewood woman, 68, was issued a trespass notice May 21after she refused to leave a hotel in the 1100 block of County Road E after check out.

• Deputies responding to a May 23 report of suspicious items in a garbage can in the Kwik Trip bathroom in the 3000 block of Highway 61 found ammunition.

• A St. Paul woman, 49, was issued a trespass notice May 23, after she was found to be shoplifting from the Walmart store in the 800 block of County Road E. Deputies took another shoplifting report from loss prevention employees at the Walmart later that same day.

• A resident in the 1100 block of County Road D reported at 11:46 p.m. May 23 that a friend had taken her vehicle

WASHINGTON COUNTY SHERIFF’S REPORTS

The Washington County Sheriff’s Office reported the following selected incidents in Grant, Mahtomedi, Pine Springs and Willernie:

Grant

• Washington County Sheriff’s Office (WCSO) deputies pulled a vehicle over for speeding in the 10000 block of Manning Avenue May 20 and discovered during the traffic stop that the driver had no driver’s license in possession and the vehicle had no front license plate in its possession either.

• A business in the 11000 block of 60th Street N. reported receiving numerous phone calls from a former employee May 21. Although no threats were made at that time, the complainant blocked his phone number and wanted the incidents documented.

Mahtomedi

• A client on probation at an unknown address was reported for violating terms of parole by failing a sobriety check at 1:29 a.m. May 15 was reprieved, after the jail officer discovered the testing unit was malfunctioning and that the client was completely sober.

• The manager of an apartment building on Mahtomedi Avenue reported a male on scene May

WHITE BEAR LAKE POLICE REPORTS

The White Bear Lake Police Department reports the following selected incidents:

The White Bear Lake Police Department reports the following selected incidents:

• An electric scooter was reported stolen in the 3100 block of Midland Avenue June 10.

• Officers responded to a report of juveniles shooting airsoft guns out of a vehicle in the 3800 block of McKnight Road June 10.

• Disorderly conduct was reported in the 4400 block of Lake Avenue June 10.

• Officers helped locate a vehicle suspected in a fraud incident our of Vadnais Heights in the 1700 block of County Road E June 10. Officers mediated a family dispute in the 1700 block of Elm Street June 11.

• A White Bear Township man was arrested for DWI in the 1300 block of Highway 96 June 11.

• Officers mediated an argument in the 3500 block of Century Avenue N. June 12.

• A White Bear Lake man was arrested for felony domestic assault by strangulation in the 4600 block of Bald Eagle Avenue June 13.

• Officers responded to disorderly conduct in the 4700 block of Bald Eagle Avenue June 13.

• Officers responded to a noise complaint in the 1900 block of Eugene Street June 13.

• Officers responded to a dispute in the 1500 block of Park Street June 14.

• A noise disturbance was reported in the 3600 block of Howard Avenue Jne 14.

• Officers mediated a civil dispute over

without permission.

• A St. Paul man, 34, was cited late May 27 at the intersection of I-694 and Rice Street for failure to provide proof of insurance. The vehicle was towed due to license plate tabs that had expired in September 2019.

• A construction worker reported tools stolen out of two construction work trucks in the 3500 block of Hoffman Road E overnight May 27-28.

• A serial shoplifter was removed from a store in the 900 block of County Road E, after he re-entered the store on May 28 in violation of an existing no-trespass order that had been served on him.

• A clothing store in the 900 block of County Road E reported an incident of shoplifting on May 28.

• A resident in the 4300 block of Thornhill Lane reported the two rear tires of her 2016 Toyota Corolla slashed May 29.

• A cell phone was reported missing May 29 from the 4500 block of Evergreen Drive, after the phone was likely left on the hood of a vehicle that was then driven down the road.

• A Wyoming woman on May 29 reported being contacted by a man in

15 who did not live there. Deputies issued the male a trespass notice.

• An unnamed motorist was cited May 16 on Dahlia Street for displaying license plate registration that had expired more than six months ago.

• Violation of an Order For Protection was reported May 16 from Shamrock Drive, after the respondent attempted to communicate through a third-party app.

• A large after-school fight was reported at 3:03 p.m. May 19 at Wedgewood Park on Wedgewood Drive. On arrival, deputies encountered several females screaming and fighting, none of whom responded to their directives and several of whom deputies recognized from past incidents. After deputies identified the combatants, they issued their final dispersal order or arrests would be made. The group finally scattered and headed for the Vista apartments. Other squads were called to the apartments to make sure another fight didn’t start there.

• Two different parties on Hickory Street near Warner Avenue N. reported explosions during the morning of May 19, but deputies arriving on scene noted nothing in the area blown up.

Pine Springs

the 300 block of Colleen Drive against whom she had a current Order For Protection (OFP) taken out.

• A 2006 Dodge Ram pick up truck was reported damaged May 31 while it was parked in a lot in the 1200 block of County Road D.

• Two males walking through a parking lot in the 1100 block of County Road D at 2:22 a.m. June 1 were reported for damaging several vehicles before bystanders chased them off.

White Bear Township

• A resident in the 5200 block of Elk Street reported that someone threw rocks through her picture window May 27.

• A landlord in the 2400 block of County Road F reported a criminal damage to his rental property May 28, after a burglar broke a window in an attempt to gain access.

• Deputies recovered a bicycle May 28 in the 1200 block of Brandlwood Road.

• A White Bear Township man, 38, was arrested at 7:36 a.m. May 31 in the 1400 block of County Road H2 for violating an order for protection.

• Deputies reported themselves for hitting a deer with their squad at 1:52 a.m. May 20 on Hilton Trail at Highway 36. The result of the collision was that the deer limped off and the squad car limped on. During this reporting week, at least six different motorists reported striking and killing deer in the roadways.

Willernie

• A Chatham Road resident reported his son for taking his truck without permission at 3:47 a.m. May 14. Following an extensive search of the area for both the son and the vehicle, the son returned home in the very early hours.

• Deputies received a report of a vicious dog attacking a person May 17 on Kindross Road. After arrival on scene, deputies found the dog, which was aggressive toward them even while off its property. A chat between deputies and the dog’s owner ensued.

A driver along Highway 36 at I-694 was arrested and cited for DWI at 3:34 a.m. May 19, after being pulled over for speeding.

construction work and agreements in the 1700 block of Orchard Avenue June 14.

• Officers mediated a domestic disturbance in the 1600 block of Birch Lake Avenue June 14.

Upcoming Games

DONUTS & COFFEE WITH COPS

When: 8:30-10 a.m. Friday, June 28

Where: White Bear Lake Farmers Market, Clark St. between 2nd and 3rd Sts.

Details: Visit with members of the White Bear Lake Police Department and enjoy coffee and a donut.

FILLEBROWN FRIDAYS

When: 10 a.m.-noon Friday, June 28

Where: Fillebrown House, 4735 Lake Ave.

Details: Self-guided tour of the 1879 Red Chalet Cottage on White Bear Lake and refreshements on the porch. Contact: whitebearhistory.org

ARTISAN AND VENDOR FAIR

When: 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday, June 29

Where: Hippodrome Ice Arena, 4855 Bloom Avenue

Details: Crafters, makers, boutiques, and vendors.

Contact: sunriseeventsandcraftshows. com

VETSFEST 2024

When: June 29 & 30

Where: Gasthaus Bavarian Hunter, 8390 Lofton Ave. N, Grant

Details: Event organized by Vets for Music includes live music performances... Contact: gasthausbavarianhunter.com

KEEGANS 5K FOR CRANIOSYNOSTOSIS AWARENESS

When: 9 a.m. Sunday, June 30

Where: West Park, 2350 11th Street

Details: Noncompetitive 5K run/walk along the lake organized by local family. Contact: sites.google.com/site/ keegans5kforcranioawareness

ANNUAL PET PARADE AND BLESSINGS

When: 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Sunday, June 30

FARMERS MARKET

When: 8 a.m.-noon Fridays, June 28-Oct. 25

Where: Clark St. between 2nd and 3rd Sts., White Bear Lake Details: More than 50 vendors selling produce, flowers, baked goods, and other products. Free to attend. Contact: whitebearlake.org

Where: St. John in the Wilderness Episcopal Church, 2175 First Street

Details: Pet parade followed by blessing. Pet-friendly outdoor worship service at 10 a.m. Contact: manitoudays.com

BIRCHWOOD SUMMER CONCERT SERIES

When: 6-7:30 p.m. Sunday, June 30

Where: Tighe-Schmitz Park

Details: Sweet Rhubarb performs. See website for details. Contact: sweetrhubarb.net

VFW AUXILIARY 4TH OF JULY PANCAKE BREAKFAST

When: 9 a.m.-noon Thursday, July 4

Where: Ameirican Legion, 2210 3rd St., White Bear Lake

Details: Annual event held at

American Legion due to VFW remodel. Net proceeds support VFW 1782 Auxiliary programs.

BIRCHWOOD 4TH OF JULY PARADE

When: 9:30 a.m. Thursday, July 4

Where: Birchwood Ave. and East County Line Rd.

Details: Community members can participate in parade; lineup begins at 9 a.m.

WHITE BEAR LAKE INDEPENDENCE DAY

BOAT PARADE

When: noon Thursday, July 4

Where: Lineup starts at Mahtomedi Beach

Details: Decorate a boat to participate in the parade, or watch from the shore. Boats line up at 11:45 a.m. at Mahtomedi Beach and ends at

Commercial Bay. Time and direction is weather and wind-dependent. See facebook for updates day of event. Contact: Facebook: White Bear Lake Boat Parade

4TH OF JULY FIREWORKS CELEBRATION

When: 8 p.m. Thursday, July 4

Where: Memorial Beach

Details: Manitou Days celebration culminates with a fireworks display over White Bear Lake. Live music by Shoreview Northern Lights Variety Band at 8 p.m.; Flyover at 8:30 p.m.; Fireworks at 10 p.m. Rain date July 5. Contact: manitoudays.com

ONGOING EVENTS

MAHTOMEDI AREA FARMERS MARKET

When: 8 a.m.-noon Saturdays, through Sept. 28

Where: Veterans Memorial Park

Details: Local growers, artisans, community resources. Contact: mahtomedimarket.wixsite. com/mahtmarket

MIDWEST SKI OTTERS SHOWS

When: 6 p.m. Sundays, through end of August

Where: Little Goose Lake

Details: White Bear-based team of 120 amateur skiers performs weekly throughout the summer. Contact: skiotter.com

MARKETFEST

When: 6-9 p.m. Thursdays, through July 25

Where: Downtown White Bear Lake Details: Community summer festival with 200+ food and vendor booths, live music, car show, kids activities, specials at local merchants. Theme week is White Bear Lake Area Schools. Contact: marketfestwbl.com

PAUL DOLS | PRESS PUBLICATIONS

County Highway 12 project unveils more updates

Washington County Public Works has released

more updates on their ongoing County Highway 12 construction project. Crew members will remove the old gas main from East Avenue and relocate it to the east side of the highway. Additionally, Xcel Energy will work on relocating power poles between Hallam/East Avenue and Hilton Trail. Eastbound County Highway 12 will be closed from East Avenue/Hallam Avenue to Hilton Trail. Traffic will be relocated to the road’s south side while construction occurs on the north. An opening will be made between St. Andrews’ Church and East Avenue for detour access.

Lift Bridge closed due to rising water levels

The Stillwater Lift Bridge is closed to pedestrian and bicycle traffic in preparation for possible flooding die to rising water levels on the St. Croix River. Once flood waters recede, pedestrian and bicycle traffic will again be able to cross the river on the loop trail, and MnDOT will resume the regular lift bridge schedule. For updates, call 511 or visit 511mn.org.

Thursday, June 27, 2024

6 p.m. - 9 p.m. | Rain or Shine!

Theme

Gazebo

Intermission

Marketfest runs Thursdays, June 13-July 25, ‘24

Featuring live music, children’s games and activities, pony rides, a classic car show, and 180+ vendors, FREE admission

Sponsors: Kowalski’s Markets, White Bear Mitsubishi, Timberline Roofing, City of White Bear Lake, White Bear Lake Main Street, Blossom

FINANCIAL PLANNING

How to road trip on a budget

The opportunities for adventure are endless when the car is fueled up with a full tank of gas and the open road awaits.

Road trips can be cost-conscious ways to travel, as they save travelers from having to contend with potentially expensive flights. However, there’s even more road trippers can do to save on their next excursions. Explore these moneysaving tips before hitting the open road.

• Improve fuel economy. There’s no avoiding the gas station on road trips, but there may be ways to stretch gas mileage. Make sure tires are properly inflated; have the vehicle serviced before leaving to change oil and check that everything is running efficiently; don’t overpack with lots of heavy cargo; and bring bikes along to explore certain areas without having to use the vehicle.

• Establish a daily budget. You can’t anticipate every expense, but you can make a plan and estimate what it will cost for the trip. Determine

resource Money Crashers says a typical fast-food meal costs just under $6, but fast casual places, like Chipotle and Panera, can run around $12 per person. Multiply those prices by three meals a day over the course of the trip, and that’s expensive. Instead, save dining out for a treat and pack non-perishable items or even sandwiches in a cooler to satisfy you while on the road.

• Book a suite or Airbnb. When traveling with the family, a suite or Airbnb might provide cheaper alternatives to a standard hotel room, since they likely have fully furnished kitchen facilities, laundry services and other extended-stay perks. The up-front cost may be more, but you’ll save in the long run on all the extras.

• Utilize any and all coupons. Retail coupon providers like Honey.com and RetailMeNot.com can help you find discounts on a variety of items. There also may be coupons for parking garages and area attractions.

• Find free entertainment. With a little research you can find

• The township is considering hiring a realtor to aid in the sale of surplus property at 2569 Stacker Blvd. To recap, Supervisor Tom Riedesel explained, “This is an old well, the town’s well, that was capped. It’s an undersized corner lot.” Supervisor Steve Ruzek added that there are many of those in that neighborhood. In April, a neighbor adjacent to the site brought forward a request seeking to extend his property onto the lot. The board opened a window to receive bids from late May to mid-June, but drew no offers—not even from the neighbor who initiated proceedings. “I thought this was a bit of a short notice,” Board Chair Ed Prudhon said. “This was only, like, a twoweek window. I don’t know if we repost it again or let it go.” Board members decided to discuss the options further during the monthly executive meeting on Friday, June 21.

• The township will have its water systems modeled over the next 180 days. It will study disinfectant loss and byproduct formation, optimize filling and emptying schedules to reduce water age, and conduct consumer exposure assessments for unwanted elements such as manganese. Dale Reed, Public Works Director, issued a memo to the board requesting acceptance of a proposal to conduct this study from Engineering Firm TKDA for $60,200. The board granted the request.

Logan Gion

LAKE LINKS: Resident input needed for trail design

“Both counties recognize the opportunity a corridor study presents to explore trail feasibility in greater detail, identify implementation strategies, and engage area stakeholders and property owners,” a press release from Washington County announcing the study said.

Highway 96 along the north side of White Bear Lake is a vital part of the Regional Mobility Vision detailed in the 2001 Lake Links Trail Network

Master Plan initiated by Ramsey County Parks and Washington County Parks.

The upcoming public engagement and planning process will advance efforts to complete the Lake Links Trail, a 10-mile active mobility route circling White Bear Lake. Citizen-led efforts have led to garnering $9.8 million in state funding and the completion of nearly 80 percent of that route to date.

“Collecting the stories and experiences of those most impacted by the current highway conditions will be

essential to ensuring a final design solution providing safety and access equally for all users,” said Mike Brooks, chair of the Lake Links Association, the nonprofit group behind the initiative.

“We encourage everyone

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PUBLIC NOTICES • PUBLIC NOTICES • PUBLIC NOTICES

White Bear Lake, MN 55110

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.

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

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

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

5012 Turtle Lane West

Shoreview, MN 55126

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.

Christine Soligny

5012 Turtle Lane West

Shoreview, MN 55126

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 perjury as set forth in section 609.48 as if I had signed this certificate under oath.

Dated: May 7, 2024

Signed: Christine Soligny Published two times in the White Bear Press on June 26 and July 3, 2024. 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 Minnesota under an assumed name, hereby certifies:

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

2. The street address of the principal place of business is or will be: 5012 Turtle Lane West

Shoreview, MN 55126

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. Christine Soligny 5012 Turtle Lane West

Shoreview, MN 55126

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 perjury as set forth in section 609.48 as if I had signed this certificate under oath.

Dated: May 7, 2024

Signed: Christine Soligny - owner Published two times in the White Bear Press on June 26 and July 3, 2024. OFFICE OF THE MINNESOTA SECRETARY OF STATE CERTIFICATE OF ASSUMED NAME Pursuant to Chapter 333, Minnesota Statutes; the undersigned, who is or will

Ann Wolfe

2318 Lakeaires Blvd. White Bear Lake, MN 55110

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 perjury as set forth in section 609.48 as if I had signed this certificate under oath.

Dated: May 3, 2024

Signed: Ann Wolfe

Published two times in the White Bear Press on June 19 and 26, 2024.

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 Minnesota under an assumed name, hereby certifies:

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

2. The street address of the principal place of business is or will be: 225 Stewart Avenue St Paul, MN 55116

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.

Paul Marc Schwartz 225 Stewart Avenue St Paul, MN 55116

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 perjury as set forth in section 609.48 as if I had signed this certificate under oath.

Dated: June 5

Signed: Paul Marc Schwartz

Published two times in the White Bear Press on June 19 and 26, 2024.

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 Minnesota under an assumed name, hereby certifies:

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

Forest Floor Felts

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

2054 GIESMANN ST ROSEVILLE MN 55113

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. Marjorie Lynn Carr-Oxley 2054 GIESMANN ST

ROSEVILLE MN 55113

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 perjury as set forth in section 609.48 as if I had signed this certificate under oath.

Dated: June 11, 2024

Signed: Marjorie Carr-Oxley

Published two times in the White Bear Press on June 19 and 26, 2024. CITY OF BIRCHWOOD VILLAGE WASHINGTON COUNTY, MINNESOTA NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING ORDINANCE 2024-06-03 JULY 9, 2024

NOTICE is hereby given that the City Council will hold a public hearing, second reading, and final vote of Ordinance 2024-06-03, An Ordinance Inserting § 302.017 “Lot Merge Required” into Chapter 301 “Zoning Code General Provisions”, at 6:45pm on Tuesday, July 9, 2024, at the Birchwood Village Hall, 207 Birchwood Ave, Birchwood, Minnesota. A copy of the proposed language is available at City Hall. Published one time in the White Bear Press on June 26, 2024.

CITY OF DELLWOOD

FILINGS OF AFFIDAVITS OF CANDIDACY

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN That a City Election in the City of Dellwood, Washington County, MN, will be held on Tuesday, November 5, 2024, with the following offices to be filled: Mayor - two-year term

Two Council Members - four-year terms

First day for filing Affidavit of Candidacy: July 30, 2024. Last day for filing Affidavits of Candidacy: August 13, 2023. Filing will be accepted at the City Office during by appointment or via mail at City of Dellwood, P.O. Box 775, 111 Wildwood Road, Willernie 55090. City Office phone number 651-429-1356. Joel Holstad, City Clerk cityhall@dellwood.us Published one time in the White Bear Press on June 26, 2024.

CITY OF GRANT

FILINGS OF AFFIDAVITS OF CANDIDACY

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN That a City Election in the City of Grant, Washington County, MN, will be held on Tuesday, November 5, 2024, with the following offices to be filled: Mayor - four-year term

Two Council Members - four-year terms

First day for filing Affidavit of Candidacy: July 30, 2024. Last day for filing Affidavits of Candidacy: August 13, 2023. Filing will be accepted at the City Office by appointment or via mail at City of Grant, P.O. Box 577, 111 Wildwood Road, Willernie 55090. City Office phone number 651-426-3383.

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Washington County plans to complete it’s portion of the Highway 96 trail segment with roadway improvements scheduled for 2028.

Above: Rus Saboe, at left, discusses the positive attributes of a 1940’s wooden boat named “Bernice” that he describes as a diamond in the rough.

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Elim Lutheran Church in Scandia seeks a passionate Choir Director to enhance our worship experience. This salaried role (12-16 hours per week) involves collaborating on worship planning, directing the choir, and engaging with the church community to create meaningful musical experiences. If you have a strong background in music and worship leadership, we invite you to join our team. Interested persons can email their resume and references to office@ elimscandia.org.

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OPPORTUNITY, all real estate advertising in this newspaper is subject to the Fair Housing Act which makes it illegal to advertise “any preference limitation or discrimination based on race color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, or national origin, or an intention, to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination.” Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians; pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18. This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis To complain of discrimination call HUD toll free: 1-800-669-9777. The toll-free number for hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275 20

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Seeking Choir Director

Elim Lutheran Church in Scandia seeks a passionate Choir Director to enhance our worship experience. This salaried role (12-16 hours per week) involves collaborating on worship planning, directing the choir, and engaging with the church community to create meaningful musical experiences. If you have a strong background in music and worship leadership, we invite you to join our team. Interested persons can email their resume and references to office@elimscandia.org.

a Job? COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT INTERN

The City of Hugo, a rapidly growing suburb in Washington County, is seeking a recent graduate or qualified undergraduate or graduate student in the urban planning or related field to work as a community development intern. The salary is $18.00/hour. We anticipate the position to run at least six months and estimate a 40-hour work week. The internship program offers an opportunity to work on a wide range of areas and issues related to community development. The full job description and application are available on the City’s web site at www.ci.hugo.mn.us/employment, or at Hugo City Hall, 14669 Fitzgerald Ave. N., Hugo, MN 55038.

WHITE B EAR TOWNSHIP

Accounting Clerk/Administrative Assistant Summary: Basic bookkeeping, administrative duties, and light reception are the cornerstones of the position. Process routine accounts payable and accounts receivable, cash receipts, utility billing, and assist with greeting customers, answer phones, filing, copying, word processing, assist general public and contractors with applications, permits, and inspections. Must have good analytical skills, ability to operate office equipment, and have knowledge of computer operations and programs including Word, Outlook and Excel. Must have commitment to serve public, positive attitude, demonstrate initiative and have the ability to collaborate with others, work independently and take on new tasks, efficient, attention to details, and have strong communication skills.

Work Schedule: Mon. – Fri. 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. (With the potential for one day a week at home if desired) 2024 Compensation: Hiring Range will be between $30.40-$32.98, DOQ plus an excellent benefits package. Apply: For more information and to apply; visit the Employment Opportunities section of the Town’s website: www.whitebeartownship.org. Send Resume and Town application by end of day June 24, 2024.

Please send your cover letter, resume, and completed application to Rachel Juba at Rjuba@ci.hugo.mn.us.

Application deadline is Friday, July 12, 2024, at 4:30 p.m.

Arlene Alice Bennett

Age 87, of Stillwater, MN, passed away peacefully at home on June 17, 2024, immersed in the love of her family and friends. Arlene was preceded in death by her parents, Alice and Edward Orbke; her loving husband Tom Bennett, for which they would have just celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary, devoted daughter Cindy Denman and beloved sister Gloria Sigvertsen.

Arlene is survived by children Greg (Shari) Freitag, Dick (Maureen) Bennett and Peggy Bennett; son-in-law Bill Denman; grandchildren Melinda (Eric) Kern, Erin Bennett, Quin Bennett, and Ellie Bennett; and great-grandchild Brody Callahan.

Arlene was born on August 11, 1936 in St. Paul, MN. She was a dedicated and loving wife, mother, and grandmother who touched the lives of many with her kindness, generosity, and unwavering Christian faith. She had many interests and passions including family, friends, skating, golf, tennis, Mahjong and bible study. Arlene’s greatest impact was through her strong Christian faith and connection in the church. She participated in many areas of ministry, including praying for over 200 youth by name daily for the past several years.

Arlene was a pillar of strength and love for her family and touched the lives of many people throughout her life. She is already greatly missed. Arlene’s family would like to extend their heartfelt gratitude to her caregivers and friends Jean, Jerry and Nancy and the extraordinary people of Lakeview Hospital Hospice who provided exceptional friendship, care and comfort.

Memorial service Monday, July 1, 2024, 11 a.m. at St. Andrew’s Lutheran Church, 900 Stillwater Road, Mahtomedi, Minnesota 55115. Pastor Mike Carlson will officiate. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service at the church with lunch to follow. In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred to St.

Andrew’s Lutheran Church or Cure HHT, P.O. Box 329, Monkton, MD 21111 (cureHHT.org) (HHT is a genetic blood vessel disorder which plagued Arlene and her family).

Arrangements with Bradshaw Funeral and Cremation Services, 651-439-5511.

Cynthia “Cyndi” Thiele

Age 67, WBL, passed away June 12, 2024.

An educator at Northeast Metro 916 and fierce advocate for persons with disabilities. Memorial service: 3 p.m., July 2, 2024, Mueller Memorial, 4738 Bald Eagle Ave. Visitation: 1 p.m. Memorials preferred to Northeast Metro 916.

NAMES IN THE NEWS

Mary Camille Stewart Swanson

Age 90, passed away March 10, 2024. Memorial service 11 a.m., July 24, at House of Hope Presbyterian Church, St. Paul. For full obituary please google: Mary Stewart Swanson Tribune obituary.

CONTRIBUTED

Sunrise Middle School students Harrison Ross, Miles Lindgren and Parker Wolfe were awarded 3rd place in the National History Day National Contest recently held in College Park, Maryland. In keeping with the contest theme, “Turning Points in History”, the White Bear Lake students created a historical research exhibit project titled “Click it-Buckle Up America.”

Heidi Barber, recent White Bear Lake grad and star catcher, was named one of 7 finalists for the 2024 Ms. Softball Award, presented by the Minnesota Twins

Community Fund. The finalists represent the best players in the state based on athletic and character attributes, along with season accomplishments.

Angie Hong, coordinator for the East Metro Water Education Program, author, and frequent Press Publications guest columnist has published a new book titled ‘Exploring the St. Croix River Valley: Adventures On and Off the Water.” In the book, Hong recommends places to explore the varied habitats within the 8,000 square mile watershed, and the numerous ways to enjoy it by hiking, paddling, biking, skiing, fishing, and more. Other features include historical background, interviews with experts and volunteers, and the search for the perfect lakeside supper club. Hong will host walk & talk and book-signing events from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, July 13 at Sunfish Lake Park, Sally Manzara Interpretive Center in Lake Elmo; from 1 to 3 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 4 at Franconia Sculpture Park; and 10 a.m. tonoon Saturday, Aug. 24 at Roseville Public Library.

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Wednesdays Ongoing – Trivia Night 7p – 9p

Sundays Acoustic Sundays 1p-4p

Sundays Ongoing - Game day, BYO 1p-4p

July 2 Yoga in the Vineyard 6p-7p

July 2 Trivia with Ryan 6:30p-8p

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Dancing Dragonfly Winery

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July 6 Music: Andrews Spreck/ Bob Colbert 1p-4p Saint Croix Vineyards

July 7 Country Glam Hat Bar with LilyBelle HatCo 1p-3:30p

July 7 Music: Prairie Beats 3p-6p

July 7 Music: Brendan Bonin 2p – 5p

July 7 Saigon Delicious Food Truck 2p-7p

July 9 Yoga in the Vineyard 6p-7p

July 9 BINGO 6:30p-8p

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7 Vines Vineyard

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July 10 Cribbage Tournament 6p-7p Rustic Roots Winery

July 10-20 Romeo & Juliet in the Vineyard 7:30p-9p Rustic Roots Winery

July 10 Music: Gary LaRue 5:30-8:30 7 Vines Vineyard

July 11 Music: Patrick Allen 4p – 7p

July 11 Music: The White Keys 6p – 9p

July 12 Music: The Jimtones 6p – 9p

July 13 Music: Will Seaton Band 1p-4p

July 13 Smug Pug Food Truck 4p – 8p

July 13 Gloom & Glitter Craft Fair 12p – 5p

July 13-14 Wine Meets Art Festival 11a-5p

July 14 Music: Matt Jennings 3p-6p

July 14 Live Music

July 14 Brick Oven Bus 2p – 7p

July 14 Music: Josh Quinn 2p – 5p

July 16 Yoga in the Vineyard 6p-7p

Ju;y 16 Trivia with Ryan 6:30p-8p

July 17 Music: Cole Thomas 5:30 – 8:30

Belle Ame Vineyard

Big Wood Brewery

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Saint Croix Vineyards

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Saint Croix Vineyards

Rustic Roots Winery

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Big Wood Brewery

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July 18 Farmers & Artisans Market 4p-7p

July 18 Puzzle Night 6p – 8p

July 18 Music: Rocking Hollywoods 6p – 9p

July 18 Trivia Night 7p – 9p

July 18 Live Music 4p – 7p

July 19 Art at the Winery, Paint & Sip

July 19 Smug Pug Food Truck 4p – 8p

July 20 TBD 1p-4p

July 20 Wicked Wine Run

July 21 Candle Pouring Experience 2p-5p

July 21 Music: Matt & Laurel 3p-6p

July 21 Music: Steve Poynter 2p – 5P

July 23 Yoga in the Vineyard 6p-7p

July 23 BINGO

6:30p-8p

July 24 Cribbage Tournament 6p-7p

Rustic Roots Winery

Belle Ame Vineyard

Big Wood Brewery

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Dancing Dragonfly Winery

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July 24 Music: TBA 5:30p – 8:30p 7 Vines Vineyard

July 25 Love Your Gut Sourdough

Workshop

5:30p-7p

July 25 Trivia Night 7p – 9p

July 25 Live Music 4p – 7p

July 25 Music: 70’s Magic Sunshine Band6p – 9p

Saigon Delicious Food Truck 4p – 8p

Music: TBD 1p-4p

Brick Oven Bus 2p – 7p

Glass Mosics Class 2p-5p

Music: Riverside Unplugged 3p-6p

Yoga in the Vineyard 6p-7p

Trivia with Ryan 6:30p-8p

Monthly Book Club Meeting 5:30p-6:30p

Rustic Roots Winery

Belle Ame Vineyard

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Big Wood Brewery

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Saint Croix Vineyards

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Music: TBA 5:30 – 8:30 7 Vines Vineyard

Saturdays Tastings & Tours 12p – 1P Two Silo Winery & Vineyard

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We managed to work around the rain, wind, and bad light, to find the Loons. Although they tried and tried to renest, time ran out on the Cove parents. They just could not make it happen. Next year! Eloise celebrated her one month birthday on June 23, thanks to the hard work of her first time parents.

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During the last two weeks, if it wasn’t raining, it was blowing to beat the band or too dark to photograph anything. We did manage to find a few days with good light and calm waters. We were not disappointed. First, the bad news. The Cove parents tried and tried to renest, but, in the end, they were not successful. Time simply ran out on them. The good news is that they can spend the rest of the summer chilling with the rafting bachelors, and getting in on all the Loon social behaviors, they miss while parenting. They remain a pair and are easy to spot. We have no doubt that they will start anew next April. The Peninsula parents are taking their new role seriously. Seldom, do they let Eloise out of their sight, and

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still appear uncomfortable and on guard when Eloise is diving. As you can see from the photos, Eloise, who just celebrated her one month birthday, continues to grow like a weed and is even starting to molt. She eagerly accepts double fish deliveries and soon will be catching some on her own. Every time we find the family, the parents are fishing and making multiple fish deliveries. Often, one parent will watch to make certain that Eloise takes and swallows the fish delivered by the other parent. They travel as a tight little trio, working their way along the shoreline on the west side of the Peninsula. If boat traffic or noise become intolerable, they make their way to the bulrushes, for cover. Last week, when loud sirens were

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sounding during the Manitou Days Parade, papa started to call with a fish in his bill. We were impressed. During the next few weeks, the trio will start to venture further out into the

most likely in Ordway Bay. Loons from neighboring lakes will start to drop in and gather, in larger groups. We have enjoyed watching a recently fledged Osprey practice take offs and landings. Last week, we spotted the Sandhill Crane parents and their two little colts running along the shoreline by the bridge. Never a dull moment on WBL.

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Julie Bixby accepted the Kid’s Choice Award for her family’s 1941 Chris Craft Deluxe Utility ‘Old Fashioned Sweet’.

Roger Ocel won in the favorite wood motorized boat category, his 1967 Larson ‘Falls Flyer’.

Paul Chapin won as the favorite non-wood motrized boat, his 1959 Aluma Craft ‘Flying C’.

Kevin Westman won Best of Show for his 1955 Fairy Marine sailboat ‘Firefly’.

Robert Engstrom won in the favorite non-motorized boat category for his 18’ guide canoe.

Sue Ahlcrona and Denny Trooien won the People’s Choice Award for their 1937 Hackercraft triple cockpit ‘Bootlegger’.

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Zephyrs state runners-up after fall to Totino-Grace

BY BRUCE STRAND SPORTS CONTRIBUTOR

Mahtomedi is the state Class 3A baseball runnerup for the second straight season after losing in the finals to Totino-Grace 2-1 at Target Field.

“It definitely hurts not winning,” said Ethan Felling, who lost the pitchers’ duel against T-G’s Tommy Heifort. Bbut in the grand scheme, we’re proud and super happy to make it that far again.”

Catching the junior lefty was his brother Austin Felling, a senior, in his first year as starting catcher. Those two and Jack Erickson were named to the AllTournament team. “It was great to have my brother as catcher, too,” said Ethan. ‘“Something we will always remember.”

Those three and five other starters have been teammates for a long time.

“Eight of the nine starters have been together since we were eight or nine,” Austin Felling said. “For us to finish our senior year in the championship game at Target Field was really special.”

Zephyr teams have reached finals in five of the last eight state tournaments, nabbing titles in 2018 and 2021. They lost to New Prague last year 5-3 at CHS Field in St. Paul.

For Totino-Grace, it was their first state baseball title in just their third state appearance. Heifort, a junior right-hander, allowed just four

hits, walked one and struck out eight. His fielders threw out two Zephyr baserunners. Felling worked six innings, allowing four hits and two walks, striking out nine. One run was unearned. Andrew Sokoll pitched a scoreless seventh.

Mahtomedi outscored six playoff opponents 74-13 before being shut down by the Eagles, who allowed just four runs in seven section and state games.

Austin Felling, who had two of the four hits, praised Heifort. “He must have thrown 70 percent strikes. He had control of all three of his pitches. Their defense made all the plays, too.”

Totino-Grace, playing in the Northwest Suburban against Class 4A teams, started the season 0-5 but finished 19-8. To reach finals at state, Heifort blanked Little Falls 4-0 and Jake Rantz stymied Benilde-St. Margaret’s 2-0.

Ethan Felling, playing in his third state tournament, struck out seven in the first three innings but was nicked for two runs. Noah Hill had both RBI’s, on two-out singles in the first and third. The run in the third was exasperating as it came on an infield error, a bouncer through the hole to right and a blooper to center. “A couple weak hits,” Ethan Felling winced. “I’d rather get beat by hard-hit balls.”

Mahtomedi got a leadoff double by Max Strecker in the first but was thrown out at third in a hotbox play trying to advance on a grounder by Ethan Felling. Felling took second on the play. Erickson walked, and Mahtomedi tried a double steal. Eagle catcher Tyler Hand threw out Felling at third, ending the inning.

The Zephyrs finally got on the board in the sixth inning via a base running play after singles by Gunnar Sather and Austin Felling put runners at first and third with one out. Ethan Felling popped up on the first pitch, bringing up Erickson. Jacob Reubish, pinch-running, was caught off first base on a pickoff by Heifort, but hustled to second base and dived in safely, under a high throw to the shortstop.

Meanwhile, Sather bolted for home and slid home safely head-first.

With the tying run in scoring position, though, Heifort got Erickson on a swinging third strike. Heifort then put the Zephyrs down 1-2-3 in the seventh, the last two by strikeouts.

Mahtomedi, coached by Rob Garry, finished 21-5, including state tournament wins over Northfield 8-1 and Grand Rapids 5-3.

Chosen for the all-tourney team were Ethan Felling, who pitched 10 innings, allowing three runs, and striking out 14; Austin Felling, who was 5-for-10 in the tournament; and Erickson, who was 4-for-8 with a double, triple, three runs and three RBI’s.

Zephyr tennis trio’s lofty totals tallied up

BY BRUCE STRAND SPORTS CONTRIBUTOR

The three players who led Mahtomedi to a third-place finish in the state tennis tournament — Sam Rathmanner, Jack Allaben, and Brandon Pham — have posted 362 career wins, and counting, according to stats compiled by coach Aaron Freer.

Rathmanner, at No. 1 singles, finished with a 127-21 record including third- and fourth-places in state singles and a third-place in doubles with Pham. He was 31-3 this year and forfeited the third-place match to Pham due to exhaustion after two grueling wins. He plans to play for the University of Richmond.

Allaben at No. 3 was 124-19 in his career and was state doubles runner-

up with Pham as a junior. He was 29-3 this year. Rathmanner and Allaben were starters since seventh grade (missing eighth grade due to Covid).

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Austin Felling capped his first year as starting catcher for Mahtomedi by banging five hits in ten at-bats in the state tournament, collecting an All-Tournament honor. Felling, who was a backup outfielder last season, proved to be reliable at blocking low pitches and other catcher’s duties for the Zephyrs. The 6-foot left-hander batted around .350 for the state Class 3A runners-up with an on-base percentage over .400. Felling was also a forward on the Zephyr hockey team that placed fourth in the state.

Brol Scherman, Centennial junior lacrosse standout, has netted 22 goals and provided seven assists for the Cougars (4-2) while notching 17 ground balls (a change of possession statistic). Scherman was all-conference as a sophomore with 36 goals and 28 assists. The recruiting website ILMCA said of him: “Endto-end playmaking machine with striking confidence both on and off the field. Versatile offensive threat with strong outside shooting and crease finishing skills. Magnetic team leader and positive influencer.”

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Pham, a junior at No. 2, is 111-15 in four seasons with a year to go. He was 32-2 this year, and has the third- and second-place state medals in doubles in his career.

“Sam, Jack and Brandon all hit 100 varsity wins this year, a feat incredibly rare for even one individual, let alone three people from the same team,” Freer assessed. The threesome played in three state team tournaments.

Those three plus Zach Burge and

Aidan Wald were all-Metro East. Honorable mentions went to Max Hendrickson and Luke Roettger. The Zephyrs were 25-3 overall, losing 4-3 in the semifinals to unbeaten state champion Wayzata, and 8-0 in conference.

“We had a great year,” said Freer, noting that the Zephyrs beat several Top Ten teams while losing only to the No. 1 and 2 teams. “We were the only team to get three points against Wayzata this year and we did it twice.”

Zephyr pitcher Ethan Felling (3) hugged catcher Austin Felling during their 2-1 loss to Totino-Grace.

Jack Allaben, Sam Rathmanner and Brandon Pham wore third-place medals during their last roundup together, the 2024 state tournament.

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Gunnar Sather slid home on a double steal, ahead of the tag by T-G catcher Tyler Hand, with batter Jack Erickson looking on.

Brickhouse embracing sweet side with new ice cream, dessert shop

Downtown White Bear Lake’s Brickhouse Food and Drink is preparing to open “Sweets by Brickhouse,” an ice cream and dessert shop conveniently located next door. The shop is expected to open in July. Customers can conveniently swing by after a meal at Brickhouse to choose from 24 hard scoop ice cream flavors, build-your-own ice cream sandwiches, house-crafted desserts and more. The entrance is on the east end of the Brickhouse complex. Brickhouse has not announced an official opening date, but has shared snippets of renovations and preparations on

Instagram. Videos show glimpses of the significant interior makeover and an outdoor mural. Locals got a sweet taste of what’s to come at last Thursday’s Marketfest. The Sweets at Brickhouse booth offered cups or cones of flavors including Superman, cookies n cream, caramel collision and blueberry waffle cone. To stay updated on Sweets by Brickhouse follow them on Instagram (@ sweetsbybrickhouse_mn) or go to sweetsbybrickhouse.com.

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