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Giving the new playground a whirl

Paxton, Beckett and Lydia Jenni take a spin on one of the interactive features at the new “All Abilities” playground that was recently completed at Polar Lakes Park in White Bear Township. According to public works officials, the facility includes a variety of features designed to promote inclusive interaction with children of differing abilities, allowing everyone the chance to play. The playground is currently open and an official ribbon cutting ceremony is planned for late July or early August.

‘Best of the Press’ contest voting commences

BY MERRINA O’MALLEY PRESS INTERN

Get excited, because The White Bear Press’ Best of the Press Readers’ Choice Contest is back! Voting will begin at 9 a.m. Wednesday, July 12 and will continue until 5 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 6.

“It’s a really fun time to engage with not only the community newspaper, but it’s also fun to be involved in getting excited about voting for your favorite foods and services around the community,” said Press Publications Marketing

Radio station with local ties celebrates 100 years

BY MERRINA O’MALLEY PRESS INTERN

WDGY Radio is a family-owned, rock ‘n’ roll radio station that will be celebrating its 100th anniversary this year.

The station had its humble start in 1923 with a man named George Young, an optometrist who happened to dabble in radio broadcast service. Young’s radio was the first commercial station in the Twin Cities area

Due to Young’s death in 1942, the station experienced several ownership changes. In the early 1950s, the station was handed over to the Borgen family, and three generations later, they still keep the station running.

In 2010, WDGY owner Greg Borgen passed the business to his three children. The siblings, Brooke Willett, Brent Borgen, and Danielle Savage, grew up in Mahtomedi and are still a part of the community today.

Growing up in the broadcast industry, the siblings keep a special place in their heart for everything radio. As Willett recalls, some of her favorite childhood memories were visits to the towers with her dad.

President Brent Borgen started working for WDGY in 2010. As he put it, the change to working for the station was a “seamless transition”.

Danielle Savage, who handles the operations, began working there around the same time, and her sister Brooke Willett, who works in sales, returned about six years ago from working a corporate job. “I tried to leave,” said Willett, “but I got called back and I love it.”

In the last few years, WDGY has managed to double its listenership due to its new app and multiple AM and FM stations. Despite its growing

Manager Randy Roberts. This year’s engagement has increased; locals locals are

making 96% more nominations than last year.

The ‘best of’ contest allows locals to pick their favorites, ranging from breweries to area businesses and everything in between.

Voting is available on the Press Publications website at www.presspubs.com/white_ bear/bestof . Each reader may vote up to one time per day.

Winners will be printed in a special section of the White Bear Press the week of Oct. 4 and also posted online.

SEE WDGY, PAGE 12B

CONTRIBUED

From left, Danielle Savage, Brent Borgen, and Brooke Willett at the WDGY station in Lakeland, Minnesota. The station has been in the Borgen family for three generations and will be celebrating WDGY’s 100-year anniversary.

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PUBLIC SAFETY BRIEFS

A Howard Lake man, 30, faces up to five years imprisonment and/or a maximum fine of $10,000 for felony assault following a June 26 incident at the Comfort Inn and Suites in the 3500 block of Vadnais Center Drive, during which he allegedly assaulted his wife.

At 11:56 p.m. June 26, Ramsey County Sheriff’s Office deputies arrived at a parking lot near the hotel on the after receiving a report of a male who had smashed a female’s head into the door of a vehicle.

Deputies found the woman unconscious in a vehicle, lying back in the passenger seat with her head slumped back over her shoulder. When she came to, she grabbed the back of her head saying she was in pain. While deputies spoke to her, she drifted in and out of consciousness.

According to the sheriff’s report, the victim later reported that she was arguing with her husband, the defendant. They had been at the Myth in Maplewood to see a concert. Her husband didn’t want to drive all the way home but wanted to get a room at the hotel. She did not want to get a room, saying that they could not afford it. His hands were in her face as they argued, so she slapped his hands away from her face. He grabbed her head and slammed it into the passenger side window three times. The next thing she remembered was that deputies were there trying to help her.

Deputies spoke to a witness, JD, who stated she saw a male slam the female’s head into the dashboard of the vehicle. Another witness, PJ, confirmed this account of the incident.

Deputies located the suspect inside the hotel.

According to the sheriff’s report, he said he had gone inside to rent a room and was inside waiting for his wife to come into the hotel. He said when he came back out, he found that his wife had locked herself in the vehicle. He then stated that he didn’t want to answer any additional questions. But he added he did not do anything to her and that she smacked him in the face.

The defendant has a prior arrest for domestic assault in 2019. The charge was dismissed after met certain conditions.

New Auto Injury?

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Dr. Dustin Carlson, DC

A fire destroyed a nearly completed home at 4312 Cottage Park Road. The lakeside property was a total loss. It has been demolished and will be rebuilt.

Never stop learning: Learn investing basics

If you are new to investing or just want a refresher, here are some investing basics.

Investing in securities has risks. You can try and lower the risk of losing your money by spreading it among different investments that have different risk and return characteristics. This practice is called diversification. An important concept related to diversification is asset allocation, which is how you divide your money among the different investments that you have.

When making investing decisions, consider how much risk you are willing to take with your money. Typically, the potential for profit (or higher return) comes with a greater chance of losing money (or risk). As your financial circumstances change and/or the securities markets go up and down, you might want to readjust how your money is allocated among your different investments. This is called rebalancing. Here are some steps you can consider to help protect your assets:

• Monitor your accounts. Review your account statements regularly. Talk with your investment professional about the account statement and ask any questions you have.

• Add a trusted contact. A trusted contact is a person your brokerage firm will contact if your broker believes your account may be exposed to possible financial exploitation or fraud.  Your broker will also contact your trusted contact person in other situations too, for example, if they are having trouble

reaching you or if they suspect you are sick or suffering from diminished capacity. Naming someone as a trusted contact person does not give that person any authority to act on your behalf, execute transactions, or engage in activity in your account.

• Understand fees. You may pay fees for owning an investment, buying or selling an investment, and any advice or help regarding investments you get from an investment professional. Understand the fees you pay and ask questions about

them.

• Research investments. Always research an investment before making a decision – and don’t forget to ask questions. Make sure you get the disclosure documents for the investment and read them. Many types of securities and investment products have a prospectus and/or shareholder reports, along with other disclosures, to help explain the investment.

• Research professionals. Do a background check on your investment

professional and firm to learn important information about them.

• Plan for illness. Prepare for future illness or diminished capacity by talking to family or friends and getting organized. Talk to trusted family members or a trusted friend about your accounts and assets before anything happens. Organize your important documents now and keep them up-to-date.  Make a list of all the important account information, contact information and policy numbers from

these documents. Give a copy of the list to a trusted family member or a trusted friend or make sure they know where you keep the information. Provide your financial professional with trusted emergency contacts.

• Tapping your nest egg. Consider how and when to take money out of your investment accounts. Consider whether rolling over a retirement account makes sense for you. When you need to take money from your account – called decumulation – consider how much you need to take out and when to take it out. Be thoughtful regarding which assets you sell. Consider how selling those assets will affect your account’s diversification and whether you will need to rebalance your investments. Also consider any tax consequences, especially when taking money out of a tax-sheltered retirement account.

• Learn to stop fraud. Educate yourself about fraud and get help when you need it.  Don’t be afraid to ask questions. Fraudsters use your fears against you – your fear of running out of money; your fear of missing out on an investment opportunity or a sure thing; your fear of appearing unintelligent; or, your fear of falling behind. Don’t be misled. Instead, get educated about common fraud tactics.

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Voice cloning and deep fakes

By now we have heard about the phone calls and spoofing scams where the caller says something to the effect of, “your grandson has been kidnapped while traveling and we need you to send money for his release,” or “he is in the hospital and needs money to be treated.” They spoof the phone number on the caller ID and often use data found on social media or other records to make it sound convincing. Some have fallen for this and sent money, and then find out shortly afterward their loved one is perfectly safe. A few years ago my wife’s 100year old grandma received a call that her husband was in the hospital and needed money to get out, even though he had died years prior. She has dementia and doesn’t have access to her finances, but it was distressing and difficult to convince her the call wasn’t true. My father-in-law once received a call from his “grandson” but quickly figured out it was a scam because the person on the phone talked more than his grandson ever would.

Publisher’s View

These scams are getting more complex. Now with artificial intelligence, scammers can mirror voices with free voice cloning apps and software. They can pull voice recordings on voicemails or social media videos. The sofware will make it very difficult to determine a real call from a scam call.

If you have answered a call and think you’re being scammed, ask the caller a difficult question that only the real person would know. If you’re not sure, hang up and call the person back on the number you have for them, not on the number they called in on. Don’t answer calls you don’t recognize, and let them go to voice mail. Also keep your phone number private, and don’t share it on any social media sites. Reconsider posting videos with music rather than voices.

Some media outlets have reported that voice cloning can take place with as short as a three second clipthey can clone your voice with only three seconds of audio. This continues to be a huge problem for artists in the music industry.

New puppy

Our neighborhood is sporting new puppies, from black labs and golden retrievers to the ever popular doodles. Puppies are cute, cuddly and fun until it’s time for bed or you have to clean up after them.

I don’t know what we were thinking when we added another Aussidoodle into our family mix. It seemed like our 3 year old dog could benefit from a playmate, and with a kid still at home it felt like the timing was now or never. The two dogs are up early and play every morning, though the older one is running short of fur on his ears and tail from the constant biting by the puppy. We’ve been slowly introducing our puppy to others in the neighborhood. As you’re out walking your dog or dogs, keep in mind the different stages of dog ownership people are at and the goals they have in dog training.

The new puppy has been a learning experience. We assumed he would have a similar personality to the other dog, who loves running outside and expressing his herding tendencies. The new one seems content to sit on the steps and watch the older one run. The puppy has been quick to learn a few tricks, though we wish those included sleeping a little later than 5 a.m. and asking to go outside when he has to pee. We have a ways to go in getting him settled into the family.

If you’re thinking of getting a puppy, this is a friendly reminder that its more work than you remember. As always when getting a dog, consider a rescue or even better try fostering a dog or cat before you commit.

Five Things to Know About Social Security

Social Security is your money — you earned it through a lifetime of hard work. And like most Americans, that money is needed to help cover living expenses and pay bills. Nearly one in 5 Minnesota residents – 1.06 million people – receive Social Security benefits, and 37 percent of residents 65 and older rely on the program for at least half of their income. Here are 5 things to know about Social Security:

2. Can I collect Social Security while working?

Yes, you can collect payments while working. In fact, 26% of Social Security recipients in 2023 are still working. But if you are below full retirement age (67) and earn more than a certain amount, your monthly payments will be temporarily reduced. Once you reach full retirement age, your payments will be increased to make up for any previous reduction in benefits caused by earning more than the limit.

4. What is the maximum Social Security payment I can receive each month?

In 2023, the highest monthly payment for Social Security is $3,627; however, the average retirement benefit is $1,833. To receive the maximum payment, your earnings must exceed the maximum taxable income for at least 35 working years, and you must be at full retirement age, which is age 67 for people born in 1960 or later.

5. How do I sign up for Social Security?

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Cathy McLeer

1. When can I start collecting Social Security? You are eligible to receive Social Security as early as age 62. However, the longer you wait to start collecting after you become eligible (up until age 70), the larger your annual payments will be. For those who are eligible for survivor benefits or Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI), you can start collecting earlier.

3. How much will I receive each year from Social Security?

Your Social Security income will be dependent on multiple factors, but the most important is your lifetime earnings from work. The Social Security Administration takes your 35 highest-earnings years, calculates an inflationadjusted average, and plugs this information into a formula to find your “basic” benefit. How old you are when you claim Social Security will also impact the amount you receive. AARP’s Social Security Calculator can help you estimate how much you will receive.

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You can apply for retirement, spousal, or disability benefits online at ssa.gov, by phone at 1-800-772-1213 or in person at your local Social Security office. Find the local office closest to you at ssa.gov/locator.

Questions about your Social Security? Go to aarp.org/ YouEarnedIt to learn more.

Cathy McLeer is state director of AARP Minnesota

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Carter Johnson

Seniors on back burner

How about putting the senior population first for once? I am part of the Community Education Pickleball group. I have been doing this now for two years. It’s the fastest growing sport and is for all age groups, although I believe there are a lot more of the “senior” folks that are in this group. We are on fixed incomes, so please don’t tell us to join the Y, Lifetime, etc. Many of us are NOT yet Silver Sneakers either and cannot enjoy that perk. This is why we enjoy pickleball at an affordable rate. The beautiful tennis/pickleball courts on Bald Eagle were torn down after only a few years and the taxpayers paid so much for that. Now they are rebuilding those again. It seems that the Community Education group always has to wait for school to be out when students aren’t using courts so we can use them. Maybe it’s time to put this “Senior Generation” first for once and let us enjoy the courts so we can all improve our health. Many in the group are going to other locations outside of White Bear Lake to play because of the restrictions. Sure, it’s fine in the summer, but we have already heard that when the new courts open on Bald Eagle this fall, we AGAIN, will have to take the back burner to the students. Jon Anderson and Community Education should start looking at this more closely. We all need to get along, but it’s time that these students maybe take the back burner to the seniors. After all, we are the taxpayers paying for all of this.

LeAnn Jansen White Bear Township

A lighthearted view of America’s greatest threat

No, it’s not Russia, China, North Korea or Iran. The greatest threat to America is-drum rollCANADA! Discovered among the many classified documents at Mar-a-Lago was a top-secret directive from Justin Trudeau that farmers are to set their non-arable fields and forests afire and let them burn.

Canada’s master plan is to take over America by smoking us out. Their WMD is smoke and we are defenseless against it. We can’t shoot it down like a weather balloon. A masterpiece of ingenuity; a bloodless coup by inhalation, eh?

Oh Canada, we stand unguarded for thee.

Kristen Brodie White Bear Lake

Response to pet safety article

Thank you for your informative June 28 article on keeping pets safe on the fourth of July. Coincidentally, the booming and banging associated with fourth of July fireworks are also the soundtrack for mass shootings and war. I have not seen or heard anything in the news anywhere about protecting our children who have suffered from PTSD because someone they knew was shot and killed by a gun, or because of news reports they have heard of other children being slain in their schools. Nor have I seen or heard anything in the news about respecting our many veterans who continue to suffer from Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) for serving us and protecting our freedoms.

Only six months into 2023, there have been over 200 mass shootings and over 15,000 gun related deaths around the United States, and firearms have now become the leading cause of death in children. These facts put us all on edge and leave us fearful of how our own community will be impacted going forward.

I suggest it may be time to replace our traditional fireworks with some other form of celebratory light show. A laser show or drone light show with patriotic music instead of the booming and banging that remains the soundtrack of fireworks, shootings and war. Why can’t White Bear Lake begin this new tradition? Our pets ARE important, and so are our children and veterans!

Marie Mortek White Bear Township Support Ward 3 candidate

We residents of White Bear Lake pride ourselves on our quality of life, especially the abundant natural resources that make this a special place to raise our families and to live out our lives in retirement. I think we all agree that when our quality of life is under threat, an immediate and strong response is necessary.

When it became known that a local manufacturing company, Water Gremlin, had been polluting the air we breathe with a dangerous chemical, Andrea West joined with the Neighborhood Concerned Citizens Group to stop the company from doing additional damage. Though

Water Gremlin is situated in White Bear Township, the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency’s map of the Area of Concern showed that the emissions affected other nearby communities, including White Bear Lake.

Andrea showed how deeply she cares about the health and well-being of our residents by her work with the NCCG. She advocated with our elected officials for more oversight of toxic emissions. She responded to the MPCA’s proposed air permit with concerns that the company must be held accountable for its actions and that all the necessary safeguards must be put in place to prevent future occurrences.

Andrea took an active role to ensure that the air we breathe is safe, maintaining our wonderful quality of life. I encourage everyone in Ward 3 to vote for Andrea West to represent us on the City Council this fall.

Joe Crowe White Bear Lake

Use contraception

This is a reply to Brooke Raeker on her letter on the abortion issue. I’m not taking either side of this issue. I’m from a totally different generation. I agree that women have a right to their bodies but what I’m not hearing is the responsibility of women and their partners to do everything in their power to prevent an unwanted child. There are more contraceptive measures now than ever before in every state, so an abortion would not be necessary. But again I’m from a different generation.

John Cundy White Bear Lake

Response to letter

Ms. Raeker’s letter (7-5-23) champions women’s rights, particularly the right to abortion. Does she not realize she is targeting unborn female children who would otherwise grow up to enjoy the same rights she lauds? She is targeting unborn children whose right to be transgender is also being denied by abortion.

When Ms. Raeker targets making abortion illegal, thus creating unsafe abortions, doesn’t she realize one of the laws cut down by the recent legislative session removed the need for doctors to be involved in abortions? How safe is that going to be with abortions allowed for an entire pregnancy?

She targeted government asking, “Do you want the government to tell you what to do with your body?” The government told us to get Covid vaccine shots, the government demanded certain groups of people get shots or lose employment, for example, those in the military.

Ms. Raeker also targeted those with conservative religious beliefs, saying such beliefs have no business in government. Isn’t that discrimination against a significant portion of U.S. residents, including immigrants coming daily through our borders? What’s wrong with conservative beliefs such as those forbidding murder, stealing, lying; those requiring obedience to traffic laws so people don’t drive 95 mph up a freeway ramp and smash into cars along the way?

Yes, we can control things by our votes. In the next election, let’s target and vote against politicians who do not understand abortion destroys a human life at every stage of development. It isn’t a dog or cat which emerges from the woman’s womb, it is genetically a human child from the start.

Cindy Paslawski White Bear Lake

Response from driver

This is in response to Angela Kohn’s reminder letter in the July 5 edition to “Follow the Rules of the Road” regarding the new one way on South Shore Blvd. I fully agree that we all need to follow the rules of the road, however I wanted to write to explain why I was one of the “dumbasses” (her word) to drive illegally going the wrong way this past spring and up until a week ago when South Shore became “drivable.” When the road was all torn up over this past year, it was terrible to drive on this bumpy, sometimes flooded road that I needed to drive on in order to go home. My husband blew a tire on this road, and there were several times we were blocked by equipment that they couldn’t move and at times I had to back up the hill as the trucks and I couldn’t pass each other. So I took the risk of going the wrong way nervously and with my flashers on. I told the road workers I was doing this and I was prepared for a possible ticket which would have been cheaper than new tires. If I met anyone coming, which I could see far down the road, then I could pull into a driveway. As far as hitting a pedestrian, that was a total possibility this winter when the snow banks were so high that the dog walkers had to jump into the snow when cars were coming as the walking path

wasn’t plowed. This whole one-way endeavor HAS been an inconvenience especially when we went without water (bathroom) for several days, had to park several blocks away for weeks while driveway entrance was getting put in (twice), and now driving a mile around to go west forever is a pain in the a**! I was not for this project and let it be known (and our plow guys REALLY are not for it). Yes, Angela, we can’t stop it now. I am trying to focus on the positives and will follow the rules now.

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Thursday, July 13, 2023

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Theme Week: Public Safety Night

Gazebo Stage

6-7 pm ETC Productons: Madagascar

7-9 pm Jennifer Grimm & Joe Cruz

3rd Street Stage

Minty Hippo

7:15 pm Intermission - TBA

Marketfest runs Thursdays, June 15-July 27, ‘23

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

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Township considers variance requests

BY BROOKE WOHLRABE CONTRIBUTING WRITER

Plans to construct a pole barn at Pine Ridge Hillside on White Bear Parkway will continue after the White Bear Township board gave the green light to three variances for the project.

The applicant, Jim French, asked the township for a variance to build a post frame building at Pine Ridge Hillside on White Bear Parkway. A second variance is also needed because the building exceeds the maximum impervious surface coverage of 25 percent for a parcel in the shoreline management area by 6.6 percent. The third variance is because the building exceeds the maximum building heights of 25 feet by 5.67 feet.

Town Planner Evan Monson said the applicant had submitted a site plan and landscaping plan for the council to view. He said the town building code notes some requirements for post-frame construction and that the variance board had reviewed the request several times and ultimately recommended approval. Monson said

THE CHICK IS STARTING TO MOLT AND LOSE ITS “BABY CHICK FUZZ/FEATHERS”. CONTOUR AND FLIGHT FEATHERS ARE STARTING TO EMERGE. THE PARENTS REMAIN ENGAGED AND ARE DOING A GREAT JOB WITH THEIR FEISTY AND NOT-SO-LITTLE CHICK.

the Planning Commission had also viewed the request and recommended approval with some conditions.

The White Bear Town board ok’d the variances for allowing more impervious surface in a shorelands area and allowing a taller building by a 3-0 and the variance to allow a pole barn passed 2-1 with board member Ed Prudhon voting no.

Allowing the construction of a pole barn to enable the sale of township property made Prudhon pause.

“It’s been town policy for as long as I can remember,” Prudhon said. “I’m more concerned with if we’re going to allow a pole building on a piece of property that the township owns. It seems very hypocritical of us that we’ve denied private residents that same construction an all of a sudden when we’re selling the property, say ‘oh, no problem, you can do that.’”

Scott McCune asked how to address the concern that Prudhon had that the board has set a precedence for so long and now might change its mind.

“Are we really comparing apples to apples?” asked Town Administrator, Patrick Christopherson.

“What you’ve done in the past cannot handcuff you to what you do in the future,” said Chad Lemmons, town attorney. “The court’s clear on that.”

He clarified, saying that each project is independent of each other, but issues could arise if projects were to come up for approval at the same time.

“Don’t get caught in the trap of being consistent when it comes to appearances,” Lemmons said.

Christopherson told the board that since the applicant is still deciding how best to proceed based on soil samples and because the purchase of the land is contingent upon approval of construction, it could be best to table a decision.

“I don’t see the point of us debating it at this point,” said Christopherson. Prudhon acknowledged that was a good point, but said the sale of the

property was dependent on a decision. French agreed that tabling a decision wouldn’t provide much clarity.

Monson told the board it could approve the variance for the green space and height and table the variance for the building code if it wished to.

The board held a public hearing on the cannabis sale moratorium. Christopherson said staff notified the board it has until Jan. 1, 2025, to implement anything dealing with the sale of cannabis so that it can take its time to evaluate.

“Keep in mind we still have the moratorium from last year on the cannabinol, but it needs to be dealt with in the near future.” Town Attorney Lemmons said. He said that still needs to be dealt with in the near future. The board agreed to discuss the moratorium on the cannabinol at its next meeting.

As for the public meeting on the moratorium on the cannabis sale, no members of the public spoke up during the public hearing and the council approved an ordinance prohibiting any sales.

WINGS IN THE WORKS!

Loon Chronicles VIII: Wings in the Works!

We are happy to report that the Loon family, the other Loon pairs, and the rafting bachelors made it safely through the Fourth of July weekend and the E Invitational Regatta. Colorful spinnakers and diving Loons. What a treat! The Loon chick continues to delight and amaze us, during our early morning visits. The Loon parents have started to deliver much larger fish, which the chick is becoming more comfortable accepting. The parents still watch over the chick to make sure that it swallows the fish, head-first. The chick has really sharpened its diving skills, often making multiple dives with only a few seconds between each dive. We have

spotted the chick popping up with weeds all over its head. Perhaps, the product of a failed fishing attempt. The foot waggle has become the chick’s trademark, especially during the recent sweltering weather. Some believe that the foot waggle helps Loons regulate their body temperature, while the water evaporates on the extended foot. The chick has the foot waggle down to a fine art. On June 29, the chick started showing early signs of molting. Molting is now underway and the emerging contour feathers are starting to peek out from under the disappearing brown “baby chick fuzz/feathers”. During the last week, when we were lucky enough to observe

the chick’s wing flaps, we could see new flight feathers taking shape. As you can see in the center frame, the chick’s wings are very much a work in progress; but coming along swimmingly. The drop in Loons and rafting bachelors can be found gathering in the morning and at sunset. We recently spotted a group of five that put on a great show, before going their separate ways. We can never get enough of their circling stare-downs and bill tapping. During the next few weeks, the chick will experience more growth spurts and significant developmental changes. We will keep you posted.

Ellen Maas

“What you’ve done in the past cannot handcuff you to what you do in the future”

Chad Lemmons Town attorney

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New salon owner returns to hometown

BY NOELLE OLSON EDITOR

When Sara Grace heard that Salon 4862 was up for sale in her hometown of White Bear Lake, she called her former boss Franny Pardee and said, “I want to buy the salon.”

“I heard that it was for sale when I was living in Naples, Florida,” Grace said. “I got my first job at Salon 4862 and worked for Franny 30 years ago as a receptionist back when I was in high school.”

Pardee opened the salon 34 years ago. She was ready to retire and was having a hard time finding a buyer for the salon. “When she called me, I knew it was it was just one of those moments and I felt so relieved because I knew this person,” Pardee said.

While working at the salon in high school, Grace was influenced by the hair stylists that worked for Pardee. “The information I learned by being in her salon was the beginning of my training and I knew I wanted to be in the beauty business,” Grace said. “I went on to school at the Aveda Institute after high school and I’ve had a successful career in the beauty industry for the past 25 years.”

Grace is no stranger to owning a business. She was the owner of a family salon in Woodbury called Salon Bambino that she ended up selling because of COVID. She also owned four

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restaurants in the Twin Cities Metro area.

“She’s a very strong woman and I admire that about her so much,” Pardee said. “And she’s the energizer bunny on top of it.”

Pardee said the thing she will miss most about the salon is the people.

“I enjoyed the atmosphere of the staff that was there,” Pardee said. “It’s just good to have that interaction. I’ll miss my clients, the friendships, the sharing and the caring each and every day. It’s just wonderful to be a part of somebody’s life.”

Pardee noted that one reason she decided to retire was because she felt she wasn’t “modern” enough to keep up with technology within the industry and was afraid to make the change.

Ride the Lake Links Trail at family-friendly event

Lake Links Association will host the 6th Annual Bike Ride Around the Lake event on Saturday, July 22. The 10-mile fun ride will begin at 8:30 a.m. at the Saputo Station rest stop at Bellaire Beach Park, 2500 South Shore Blvd., White Bear Lake.

The ride is an opportunity for biking enthusiasts to check out the new South Shore segment of the Lake Links Trail and hear about plans for the remainder of the project.

Riders will be separated into groups of 10-

“She has done amazing things and has reinvented the inside of the salon making it warmer and different than what I had ... and it’s adorable. It’s so her and she does such a great job.

She continued, “I think I had that energy once,” she laughed.

“I was also so impressed how she got everyone there to change their technology.”

Grace is excited to start this new chapter in her life and loves being back in her hometown.

“I love cutting hair and keeping the salon clean and organized,” Grace said. “I am looking forward to keeping Salon 4862 going for another 30 years.”

Salon 4862 is located at 4862 Banning Ave. in White Bear Lake.

For more information go to http://salon4862.com/.

15 bikers with volunteer guides and will ride clockwise around the lake. Groups will depart every 10 minutes. Riders should be at least 12 years old and able to confidently ride in a group, ride with vehicular traffic, and occasional ride on uneven surfaces. Bikers under 16 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Helmets are required, and participants are asked to bring drinking water. In the event of bad weather, the event will be canceled. Go to lakelinks.net for more information and last-minute updates, and to register.

Duck, Duck, Duck, Dog!

White Bear Lions added a Duck Pond for the little kidos that go to Marketfest this year.

The kids and some adults have enjoyed the pond very much and love the surprises they win. Giggles abounded when, one dog got to enjoy the game, as his owner couldn’t stop him from jumping in while passing the booth.

He wanted to swin with the ducks. Everyone was awarded with a great doggie wiggle shower when they finally got him out. So much fun on a warm hot summer night. Stop by this week for fun at Marketfest and join our game booth.

(From left) New Salon 4862 owner Sarah Grace and former owner Franny Pardee.

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: Beco

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

4444 Centerville Rd., Suite 130 White Bear Lake, MN 55127

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.

Boba Inc. 1605 30th Avenue South, Suite A Moorhead, MN 56560

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: July 03, 2023

Signed: Riccardo Bruni, Manager

Published two times in the White Bear Press on July 12 and 19, 2023.

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:

Beco Baby Carrier

2. The street address of the principal place of business is or will be: 4444 Centerville Rd., Suite 130 White Bear Lake, MN 55127

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. Boba Inc. 1605 30th Avenue South, Suite A Moorhead, MN 56560

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: July 03, 2023

Signed: Riccardo Bruni, Manager

Published two times in the White Bear Press on July 12 and 19, 2023.

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: Cuddlebug

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

4444 Centerville Rd., Suite 130 White Bear Lake, MN 55127

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.

Boba Inc. 1605 30th Avenue South, Suite A Moorhead, MN 56560

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: July 03, 2023

Signed: Riccardo Bruni, Manager

Published two times in the White Bear Press on July 12 and 19, 2023.

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: Sleepy Wrap

2. The street address of the principal place of business is or will be: 4444 Centerville Rd., Suite 130 White Bear Lake, MN 55127

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. Boba Inc. 1605 30th Avenue South, Suite A Moorhead, MN 56560

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: July 03, 2023

Signed: Riccardo Bruni, Manager

Published two times in the White Bear Press on July 12 and 19, 2023.

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: Sleepywrap

2. The street address of the principal place of business is or will be: 4444 Centerville Rd., Suite 130 White Bear Lake, MN 55127

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. Boba Inc. 1605 30th Avenue South, Suite A Moorhead, MN 56560

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: July 03, 2023

Signed: Riccardo Bruni, Manager Published two times in the White Bear Press on July 12 and 19, 2023.

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: You + Me

2. The street address of the principal place of business is or will be: 4444 Centerville Rd., Suite 130 White Bear Lake, MN 55127

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. Boba Inc. 1605 30th Avenue South, Suite A Moorhead, MN 56560

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: July 03, 2023

Signed: Riccardo Bruni, Manager Published two times in the White Bear Press on July 12 and 19, 2023.

CITY

OF WHITE BEAR LAKE MINNESOTA

NOTICE OF A PUBLIC HEARING OF THE CITY COUNCIL NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Council of the City of White Bear Lake will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, July 25, which is scheduled to begin at 7 p.m. in the Council Chambers of City Hall located at 4701 Highway 61 N. The purpose of this meeting is to take public comment in consideration of a proposed interim ordinance authorizing the study and imposing a moratorium on the establishment of cannabis businesses. All persons who desire to be heard on these matters will be given the opportunity at this meeting, or people may submit written comment to clerk@whitebearlake.org.

Caley Longendyke, City Clerk

Published one time in the White Bear Press on July 12, 2023.

CITY OF WHITE BEAR LAKE MINNESOTA

NOTICE OF A PUBLIC HEARING OF THE CITY COUNCIL

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Council of the City of White Bear Lake will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, July 25, which is scheduled to begin at 7 p.m. in the Council Chambers of City Hall located at 4701 Highway 61 N. The purpose of this meeting is to take public comment in consideration of a proposal to purchase and use unmanned aerial vehicles for public safety purposes. All persons who desire to be heard on these matters will be given the opportunity at this meeting, or people may submit written comment to clerk@whitebearlake.org.

Caley Longendyke, City Clerk

Published one time in the White Bear Press on July 12, 2023.

PUBLIC NOTICES

City of White Bear Lake, Minnesota

Statement of Revenues, Expenses and Changes in Net Position

CITY OF WHITE BEAR LAKE, MINNESOTA

CITY OF GRANT HONEYE AVENUE, 115TH STREET, AND HILLCREST COURT STREET IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NOTICE OF HEARING ON PROPOSED ASSESSMENTS

Notice is hereby given that the council will meet at Grant Town Hall, located at 8380 Kimbro Avenue N. Grant, at 6:30 P.M. on Tuesday, August 1, 2023. The purpose of the hearing is to consider, and possibly adopt, the proposed assessment for improvements on Honeye Avenue, 115th Street, and Hillcrest Court Improvements Project, the project improvement shall include street reconstruction, pursuant to Minnesota Statutes, Section 429.011 to 429.111. Adoption by the council of the proposed assessment may occur at the hearing.

The proposed assessment roll is on file for public inspection at the city clerk’s office. The total amount of the proposed assessment is $316,088.00 Written or oral objections will be considered at the meeting. No appeal to district court may be taken as to the amount of an assessment unless a written objection signed by the affected property owner is filed with the municipal clerk prior to the assessment hearing or presented to the presiding officer at the hearing. The council may upon such notice consider any objection to the amount of a proposed individual assessment at an adjourned meeting upon such further notice to the affected property owners as it deems advisable.

An owner may appeal an assessment to district court pursuant to Minn. Stat. § 429.081 by serving notice of the appeal upon the mayor or clerk of the city within 30 days after the adoption of the assessment and filing such notice with the district court within ten days after service upon the mayor or clerk.

Kim Points - City Clerk

Published two times in the White Bear Press on July 12 and July 19, 2023.

CITY OF GRANT NOTICE OF HEARING ON IMPROVEMENT

Notice is hereby given that the City Council of Grant will meet at Grant Town Hall on Kimbro Avenue at 6:30 P.M. on Tuesday, August 1, 2023. The purpose of the hearing is to consider the making of an improvement to Knollwood Drive North. The project improvement shall include pavement rehabilitation, pursuant to Minnesota Statutes, Sections 429.011 to 429.111. The estimated cost for this improvement is $219,836.82. A reasonable estimate of the impact of the assessment will be available at the hearing. The area proposed to be assessed for such improvement includes the properties abutting such streets. Such persons as desire to be heard with reference to the proposed improvement will be heard at this meeting. Written and oral comments will be considered. Persons who require this information in another format should contact the City of Grant at (651) 426-3383 at least 72 hours prior to the public hearing.

Kim Points – City Clerk

Published two times in the White Bear Press on July 12 and July 19, 2023.

CITY OF MAHTOMEDI

PUBLIC NOTICE

Notice is hereby given that filing of affidavits for candidacy for the Mayor and two City Council seats, each are four year terms, for the City of Mahtomedi, will open on Tuesday, August 1, 2023 at the Mahtomedi City Hall, 600 Stillwater Road, Mahtomedi, MN 55115. Hours for filing are Monday through Friday, from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. The last day to file will be Tuesday, August 15, 2023, until 5:00 PM. The filing fee is $2.00. Candidates will have until 5:00 PM on Thursday, August 17, 2023, to withdraw their candidacy.

Election Day is Tuesday, November 7, 2023.

Jerene Rogers, City Clerk

Published one time in the White Bear Press on July 12, 2023.

SUMMIT

MINI STORAGE LLC 3716 SCHEUNEMAN RD WHITE BEAR LAKE, MN 55110 SELF STORAGE SALE

Sale Date 7-26-23 6 pm

Tenant Name: Carissa Meyer U154A

Description: Misc household goods

Published two times in the White Bear Press on July 12 and 19, 2023.

BREAKTHROUGH MEDICAL TECHNOLOGY OFFERS

THE SECRET IS LIGHT ENERGY

Summus Medical Laser, also known as High Power Laser Therapy, targets damaged tissue with specific wavelengths of light that have been found to interact with tissue and accelerate the healing process.

The result? Accelerated wound healing, as well as reduced pain, stiffness, swelling, and spasms. As the injured area returns to normal, function is restored, so patients may take their life back and resume their favorite hobbies and activities.

THE GOAL IS HEALING

More than 1200 studies conducted over 40 years worldwide have shown the powerful therapeutic benefits of high power laser therapy. Findings include:

• Acute Pain: diminished more than 70%, chronic pain more than 60%

• Chronic Low Back Pain: treatment effective in 71% of cases; pain eliminated completely in 45%

• Wounds: 55% greater healing on day 8, as compared to the placebo group • Knee Injury: improved knee flexion and pressure sensitivity after every treatment

Now available in White Bear Lake!

“If you suffer from chronic pain, laser therapy may give you your life back. You owe it to yourself to try the advanced treatment options that are now available. I truly believe Summus Medical Laser can make a difference. My hope is that everyone who needs it will at least give it a try,” said Dr. Dustin Carlson D.C.

Sincerely, Dr. Dustin Carlson D.C Call

and tell the receptionist you’d like to come in

Clinic hours are 8:00am and

WHITE BEAR LAKE POLICE REPORTS

The White Bear Police Department reported the following selected incidents:

• O fficer’s received a driving complaint of a possible drunk driver on the 3200 block of White Bear Avenue. Officers located the occupied vehicle in the 2500 block of Martin Way. The woman driver, of White Bear Township, was found to be operating a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol. She was booked at the Ramsey County LEC for 4th degree DWI charges on June 28.

• F raud/forgery was reported in the 1900 block of Cedar Avenue on June 28.

• A h arassment complaint was reported in the 4900 block of Woodcrest Road on June 28.

• O fficers responded to a burglary, 911 interference and cruelty to animal report by a past boyfriend in the 3800 block of Howard Avenue. The city prosecutor will determine if charges are applicable.

• O fficers investigated a violation of a protection order in the 3900 block of Hoffman Road on June 28.

• T respassing was reported in the 1700 block of Fair Oaks Drive on June 29.

• O fficers responded to a fraud in progress on June 29. A credit card was being used at a business in the 2600 block of County Road E and the owner of the card was en route. Officers detained a female who explained a male acquaintance setup an appointment for services over the phone, which the business confirmed. It is not clear how the credit card’s information was compromised, as the owner did not give authorization to the male suspect. Investigation is ongoing.

• I llegal fireworks were reported near the 1900 block of 9th Street on June 29. The source was not located. Graffiti damage was reported in the 4900 block of Lake Avenue at Memorial Beach on June 29.

• O fficers assisted the Maplewood Police Department on a traffic stop near Century Avenue and Joy Road on June 30.

• A burglary was reported at a construction site in the 2400 block of Orchard Lane on June 30. Items were stolen and an investigation continues.

• O fficers assisted another agency with an accident hit and run that turned into an assault near Centerville Road and Highway 96 on June 30.

O fficers responded to the 3300 block of Willow Ave for a fireworks complaint involving juveniles on June 30. They

were not located on squad arrival.

• A gas drive-off was reported in the 4800 block of Highway 61 in White Bear Lake on July 1. The vehicle was reported to be a blue GMC conversion van with no rear license plate.

• O fficers assisted with the exchange of information following a motor vehicle collision on the 1500 block of Park Street on July 1.

• A t wo vehicle crash occurred in the intersection of Highway 61 and 4th Street on July 1. No injuries were reported. One driver was cited for failure to obey a flashing yellow arrow.

• O fficers assisted the White Bear Lake Fire Department with a dumpster fire near the 1800 block of Birch Street on July 1.

• O fficers arrested a White Bear Lake man on outstanding warrants and as a suspect in a burglary after he jumped out of a second story apartment window before being tazed in the 3500 block of Century Avenue. He was also found to be in possession of pepper spray as an ineligible person. Ramsey County Attorneys will determine if charges are applicable. The man was turned over to Washington County Sheriff deputies on July 2.

• Graffiti was located in the restroom of Lakewood Hills Park in the 2100 block of Orchard Lane on July 2. A n officer took report by phone of a catalytic converter theft in the 3700 block of Dennis Lane on July 3.

• O fficers responded in the 2000 block of Dotte Drive for a domestic assault on July 3. An adult male was arrested.

• T heft of a catalytic converter theft was reported in the 3600 block of Oak Terrace on July 3.

• D isorderly conduct was reported between neighbors in the 1900 block of Eugene Street on July 3. A White Bear Lake man was arrested for his outstanding domestic assault warrants. A motorcycle was stolen from an underground garage in the 1700 block of County Road E on July 4. It was valued at $4,500 value and recovered in St. Paul.

• O fficers assisted the Ramsey County Sheriff Office in the 5000 block of Lake Avenue at the County beach for a squad involved accident on July 4.

• T heft of a catalytic converter was reported in the 2100 block of Randy Avenue on July 4.

• O fficers assisted the White Bear Lake Fire Department with a vehicle fully engulfed in flames in the1800 block of Cedar Avenue on July 4.

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

• L akeridge Liquors in the 100 block of Vadnais Blvd. reported five bottles of tequila, with a total value of $250, stolen June 5. No suspect information is available.

A St. Paul man, 60, was arrested for 2nd degree DWI June 6 in the 900 block of County Road E, after Ramsey County Sheriff’s Office deputies received a report of a possible intoxicated driver in a drivethru who hit another vehicle. After a traffic stop was made and the driver failed multiple standard field sobriety tests with a datamaster blood alcohol content of .017, he was taken in and booked at the law enforcement center.

• A business in the 900 block of County Road E reported receiving counterfeit identification cards June 8. Store clerks collected the cards and turned them over to deputies who inventoried them and logged them into property.

• A Vadnais Heights man, 33, was arrested at 10:51 p.m. June 8 on County Road F and Suzanne Avenue for fleeing deputies on his motorcycle, following a vehicle pursuit that lasted two minutes and covered one mile. The initial attempted traffic stop was precipitated by multiple traffic violations.

• A Mounds View woman, 43, and a Ham Lake woman, 38, were arrested at 12:13 a.m. June 9 in the 3900 block of Rice Street for felony violation of controlled substance laws, after their vehicle was pulled over for suspicion of displaying stolen license plates. The

WASHINGTON COUNTY SHERIFF’S REPORTS

The Washington County Sheriff’s Office reports the selected incidents in Birchwood, Dellwood, Grant, Mahtomedi, Pine Springs and Willernie:

Birchwood

• Washington County Sheriff’s Office deputies issued a citation to a motorist for a stop sign violation near Wildwood Avenue and Birchwood Lane at 2:27 a.m. June 11.

• A suspicious solicitor was reported June 12 at 9:03 p.m. walking around the neighborhood of Birchwood Court and going doorto-door.

Grant

• Residents in the 10000 block of 69th Street N. reported on June 5 civil issues involving mail delivery.

• A report of suspicious people staying at a residence in the 7000 block of Jocelyn Lane N. turned out to be guests of the homeowner.

Mahtomedi

• D eputies on patrol at 2:10 a.m. June 4 in the 3000 block of Century Avenue observed four males spinning donuts in the Century College parking lot.

• D eputies cited a motorist for driving after revocation at 3:06 a.m. June 4 near Woodland Court and Woodland Drive, following a traffic stop for a brake light out, license plate light out, the passenger side signal out and an object suspended from the rearview mirror. During the traffic stop, deputies discovered the driver’s status on their mobile data computer.

• D eputies conducted a traffic stop at 12:09 a.m. June 5 near Century College and arrested the passenger for undisclosed reasons.

• T respassing was reported at 11:40 a.m. June 5 on Warner Avenue S., which resulted in the issuing of a citation the following day.

• A wallet was reported found June 6 in the restroom near Juniper Street and East Avenue and turned over to law enforcement.

• A resident in the 1000 block of Hallam Avenue N. reported trash bags containing yard waste dumped in the neighborhood.

suspicions about the stolen plates were correct, and they were recovered. The case is under investigation.

• A Shakopee man, 35, was arrested on outstanding warrants at the Vadnais Heights Walmart in the 800 block of County Road E and cited for theft, after deputies were called to the store to assist loss prevention personnel with detaining and banning two known shoplifters. Deputies detained the male in the parking lot, after store employees witnessed him commit gross misdemeanor theft of $678.47 in merchandise. His female companion was released from the scene.

• A g rill and clothing were reported stolen June 10 from a garage in the 800 block of County Road D. The total estimated loss of the items was more than $6,000. No suspect information exists.

• A C oon Rapids man reported his wallet lost June 10 at a Clinic in the 3500 block of Arcade Street. No suspicious activity on his credit cards had been noted at the time of the report.

• Jacon, LLC, a business in the 3900 block of Labore Road, reported a burglary early June 11, after the complainant arrived at work and noticed a side window of the business broken into. As deputies cleared the building, they noticed damage to windows, a safe box missing, and cameras spraypainted. The case is under investigation.

A p erson at work in the 900 block of County Road E reported being harassed by a neighbor on June 12.

• A Brooklyn Center man, 33, was arrested for domestic assault June 12 in the 1000 block of County Road D, after deputies responded to the report of a domestic and located the suspect

Deputies checked the bags and then advised the Mahtomedi Public Works Department to come and dispose of the waste.

• A motorist was cited June 8 near Lincolntown Avenue and Long Lake Road for using a cellular device while operating a motor vehicle, after deputies observed the driver drive through a stop sign.

• A n employee of the Holiday station on Stillwater Road reported the water pipe for their sprinkler system broken and was leaking water. After the station employees contacted the public works department, they were told that the leak was not within the jurisdiction of the municipal water works and the station was on its own to fix the problem. The station manager quickly placed a work order to fix the issue.

• A physical disagreement between two boys at Wedgewood Park was reported at 8:03 p.m. June 8, after one of the boys hit the other in the face. After the victim left the park with his friends, deputies met with the other child and his friends who had remained at the park. The boy who did the hitting said it was an accident.

Pine Springs

A M innesota motorist was cited by deputies at 12:38 a.m. June 6 on westbound I-694 at the westbound ramp to Highway 36 for speeding 74 mph in a 55mph zone. The driver, whose attitude was described as good, admitted to speeding 19 mph over the limit.

• A n eastbound driver was cited by deputies at 12:22 a.m. June 7 on Highway 36 over the Hilton Trail exchange for speeding 70 mph in a 55mph zone. The deputies were on stationary patrol and clocked the vehicle on radar. The driver was also cited for having only one working headlight. During the stop, deputies described the driver as being very hyper with constricted pupils and displaying negative impairment.

Willernie

• A Willernie woman was arrested at 11:20 a.m. June 7 on Milford Lane, after deputies were called in to assist with investigations.

White Bear Township

A Blaine man and Twin City Lawn Care both reported a burglary June 8 in the 1100 block of Birch Lake Blvd., after several lawn care tools and a truck were stolen. The items were entered into the National Crime Information Center (NCIC) database and a Tri-County alert was issued.

• A C olumbus, Ohio woman reported an attempted withdrawal of cash from her bank in the 1000 block of Meadowlands Drive June 8. After the suspect tried to use the victim’s stolen identity information to withdraw cash, she was denied by the bank. The case is under investigation. (This doesn’t make sense. An Ohio woman called the sheriff’s office and reported someone, also a woman, tried to make a cash withdrawal from her bank her in Ramsey county? Was the Ohio woman who called in the report denied by the bank or was it the suspect?)

• A W hite Bear Lake woman, 18, was cited at 2:02 a.m. June 11 in the 3900 block of Lakewood Avenue for consumption by a minor, after deputies were called out to a disturbance complaint. On arrival, they discovered a juvenile drinking party. Several juveniles were also issued juvenile citations for consumption by a minor. No resistance was encountered, and the youths were released to their parents.

• A W hite Bear Township man, 36, was arrested for assault June 11 in the 4200 block of Homewood Avenue, after deputies were called out to the scene of a domestic.

Loretta Harding

New boutique to sell locally grown flowers

Scouting for foster homes

She is a proud member of the Association of Specialty Cut Flower Growers, and has attended many floral workshops to strengthen her florist techniques.

CONTRIBUTED

Staci Andro, a White Bear Lake local, recently opened up Hazel & Goose, a floral shop that aims to sell locally grown flowers in order to create sustainable, long-lasting bouquets.

Her fascination with flowers began after purchasing bouquets for her wedding back in 2016. Her wedding florist proudly sourced all of the

arrangements from local farms. The year after, Andro purchased her first batch of Dahlia tubers from the same florist, and started a plot in her yard.

Today, Hazel & Goose’s flowers still come from Andro’s own home in White Bear where she has an urban farm, which totals to nearly 1,000 square feet.

Furniture company relocates

Farmhouse Furniture, previously located at corner of Buffalo and 61, has moved a half-mile north to the former Makerspace building in White Bear Township. The new location offers an expanded showroom.

Andro hopes to spread the joy of locally grown flowers to the community, and looks forward to hosting floral workshops and events. “It’s going to be really fun to teach them how to make a floral a arrangement,” she said.

The grand opening will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, July 13 at their location in downtown White Bear Lake at 2186 3rd Street Studio 103.   Locals can also learn more about monthly events, open market days, and purchase a flower subscription through the store’s website, hazelandgoose. com.

Farmhouse Furniture is located at 5266 Highway 61 N. For more information, visit putnamfarmhouse. com.

Merrina O’Malley

Nick

a Boy Scout in Troop 9402 from First Presbyterian Church in White Bear Lake, is partnering with Healing Hearts Rescue to raise awareness about fostering for dogs and cats as part of his Eagle Scout project. His goal is to recruit foster parents and to increase the network of foster homes for the rescue. He said the lack of homes in their fostering network was the organization’s largest challenge, forcing them to turn down dogs purely because of the lack of space available to them. Albrecht has designed flyers and organized booths at Marketfest, Chuck & Don’s, and the White Bear Senior Center in an attempt to inform and recruit future foster parents. For information, go to healingheartsrescue.org.

White Bear Lake Area

CARTER JOHNSON | PRESS PUBLICATIONS

Albrecht,

Hazel & Goose owner Staci Andro in her new studio located in downtown White Bear Lake with her children and inspiration, Crosby and Luna Andro.

RELAY

WHITE BEAR LAKE RELAY FOR LIFE Join us Friday, July 28, 2023 • 6:00pm • WBLAHS South Campus

OPENING CEREMONY

6:00 PM

Join us as we welcome all the Relay participants. There will be live music, food from WBL Lions, games, and special guests to help get you pumped for an evening of remembrance and celebration.

SURVIVOR AND CAREGIVER LAPS 7:00 PM

RIGHT AFTER THE CEREMONY

Design # 158383

All Cancer Survivors are invited to take a celebratory lap accompanied by their caregivers, with the crowd cheering them on.

OUR RELAY STORY

In 1985, Dr Gordy Klatt was searching for a way to make a difference in the lives of the increasing number of patients he was seeing who diagnosed with cancer. He decided to try a new fundraising idea and walked/jogged around the track in Tacoma Washington’s University of Puget Sound for 24 hours. He was often joined by friends and patients who watched and supported him as he walked/jogged a grueling 83.6 miles. He raised $27,000 for the American Cancer Society’s mission to save lives from cancer. That was great, but he wanted a way to bring more people to the cause. He came up with the idea of having teams take turns walking the track in a Relay format and the next year, was joined by 19 teams.

Width: 11inches Inks: Black Artist: Jamie

REMEMBERANCE LAP 9:00 PM

We light luminaries, small white bags lit by a single candle with the names of those we’ve lost or those who are Cancer Survivors to show everyone affected by cancer that we are the light in the darkness.

CLOSING CEREMONY 10:00 PM

Here in White Bear Lake, our own Keith and Patty Warner were helping their daughter Lori after her cancer diagnosis. Keith, a cancer survivor himself, was an active volunteer leader with American Cancer Society when he heard about Dr Klatt’s Relay concept. He asked his wife, Patty, “Do you think we could do that in White Bear Lake?” She replied, “Yes - if we get the right volunteers.”

Twenty-nine years later, please join us as we walk the track at WBL High School South lined with luminaries – small white bags lit by a candle with the names of those we’ve lost or who are Cancer Survivors. Come enjoy live music, food from WBL Lions, a bouncy house, activities and the return of fan favorite Chucka-Duck! Watch for details of our online silent auction coming shortly to our website wbrelay.org.

Relay For Life of White Bear Lake Area

Please invite a Cancer Survivor you know to stop by our Survivor Tent and to walk our Survivors’ lap to the cheers of our participants and then, the mournful bagpiper-led lap remembering those we’ve lost. It’s a fun, family-friendly evening to celebrate our survivors, remember those we’ve lost and fight back to end cancer once and for all. Relay For Life makes our large city feel like a small town. Join this global movement to stop cancer that has raised more than $5 Billiondollars to date. And it all started with one person – can we count on you to be the next person who decides to make a difference?

Join us for Relay For Life of White Bear Lake – hope lives here!

July 28, 2023

July 26-27, 2019

Jamie

WHAT’S HAPPENING

FILLEBROWN HOUSE

TOUR

When: 10 & 11 a.m. Saturday, July 15 Where: Fillebrown House, 4735 Lake Avenue Details: Tour the 1879 lakeside cottage and learn about life during the resort era. Registration required. C ontact: 651407-5327 or whitebearhistory. org

‘PATIO DE CASA’ COMMUNITY

RECEPTION

When: 6:30-8:30 p.m. Thursday, July 13

Where: White Bear Center for the Arts, 4971 Long Ave.

Details: Visit with artist Edson Rosas and view the exhibition on display through Aug. 19.

Contact: 651-407-0597 or whitebeararts.org

FREE PRODUCE MARKET

When: 4-6 p.m. Thursday, July 13

Where: St. Andrews, 900 Stillwater Rd., Mahtomedi

Details: All are welcome to pick up free produce. Bring your own bag. Contact: 651-407-5310 or whitebearfoodshelf.org

FETE DES LACS

When: Through July 16

Where: Centerville

Details: week-long community

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festival includes live music, vendor market, bike ride, water ski show, kids activities, Bingo, kickball and cornhole tournaments, car show, parade, concessions and beer tent, fireworks show, and more. See website for schedule of events and locations.

Contact: fetedeslacs.org

SUMMER FRIDAY AND STUDENT ART

SALE

When: Noon-3 p.m. Friday, July 14

Where: White Bear Center for the Arts, 4971 Long Ave.

Details: Lawn games, live music, and WBCA students selling artwork outdoors.

Contact: 651-407-0597 or whitebeararts.org

‘SOUVENIR’

When: 7:30 p.m. Friday, July 14; 7:30 p.m. Saturday, July 15; 2 p.m. Sunday,

July 16

Where: Lakeshore Players Theatre, 4941 Long Ave., White Bear Lake

Details: Performers tell the fictional story of Florence Foster Jenkins, a wealthy eccentric who suffered under the delusion that she was a great soprano when she was in fact tonedeaf. Ticket information online. Contact: 651-478-7427 or lakeshoreplayers.org

SUMMER COMMUNITY DAY

When: 1-3 p.m. Saturday, July 15

Where: White Bear Center for the Arts, 4971 Long Ave.

Details: Art demos, make-and-take projects, live music, and student art sale. Contact: 651-407-0597 or whitebeararts.org

HISTORY LAB AT THE HISTORIC TOWN HALL

When: 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday, July 15

Where: Historic White Bear Town Hall, 1280 Hammond Rd., White Bear Township Details: Kids in grades 3-6 can drop-in to participate in hands-on, interactive programs about local history. Contact: 651-407-5327 or whitebearhistory.org

VADNAIS HEIGHTS FOOD PROGRAM

When: 9-10 a.m. Saturday, July 15

Where: Vadnais Heights Commons, 655 E. County Road F

Details: Distribution of food to any family in need and considered low income. May register day of event. Contact: 612-245-9259 or cityvadnaisheights.com/foodshelf

FIVE WAYS YOU CAN SUPPORT LGBTQ+ YOUTH IN YOUR LIFE

When: 6:30-8 p.m. Monday, July 17

Where:  Parkview United Church of Christ, 3737 Bellaire Ave., White

Bear Lake

Details: Workshop for parents, family members, educators, and friends who want to learn to support and understand LGBTQ+ kids in a safe space. Register online.

Contact: drmsky.us/5waysregister

“WHERE DOES ART COME FROM?”

LECTURE

When: 7-8:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 18

Where: White Bear Center for the Arts, 4971 Long Ave.

Details: Discussion with Sandra Menefee Taylor. Free with registration.

Contact: whitebeararts.org

VADNAIS HEIGHTS MUSIC IN THE PARK

When: 6-8 p.m. Wednesday, July 19

Where: Westfield Park

Details: Bring a chair or blanket and meet up with neighbors for a free outdoor concert. Roe Family Singers perform.

AUTHOR VISIT

When: 10-11:30 a.m. Thursday, July 20

Where: Lake Country Booksellers, 4766 Washington Square, White Bear

Lake

Details: Local author Annie Jones will sign copies of her new historical fiction book “The Half life of Trust.”

Contact: 651-426-0918

SUMMER SENIOR BBQ

When: 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Thursday, July 20

Where: White Bear Senior Center, 2484 E County Rd F

Details: BBQ lunch provided by the White Bear Lake Lions Club. Live music by Folk Revival.

Contact: 651-653-3121 or communityservices.isd624.org

Hometown Independence Day tradition

Above: A group of scouts lead the way toward Wildwood Park in Birchwood Village during the annual Independence Day parade that has been a community tradition for more than 50 years.

At right: Community members play a variety of instruments in the marching band that is assembled for the event. The musicians gather and practice for a short time before the start of the parade.

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Above: Morgan Trinka got herself and her scooter decked out in red, white and blue for the annual event.

At left: A trio takes a threelegged (plus two) run during the old time games that traditionally follow the morning parade. Moments after the race contestants crossed the finish line, sprinkles of rain suddenly turned into a torrential downpour, temporarily putting a stop to the outdoor activities.

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Team USA sled hockey player shares importance of cancer research

BY SHANNON GRANHOLM MANAGING EDITOR

At the age of 16, Hanna Jorgenson was diagnosed with osteosarcoma, a bone cancer. After 27 rounds of chemotherapy she was finally cancer-free.

Now, at the age of 29, Jorgenson serves as an ambassador for the St. Baldrick’s Foundation, an organization that works closely with leading pediatric oncologists to determine the most promising research to fund and that creates funding priorities to make the greatest impact for children with cancer.

Jorgenson, a Hugo resident, grew up in Rochester. She was diagnosed with osteosarcoma in April 2010.

“It was extremely difficult. Growing up, I was super active, super healthy. I was really competitive playing soccer, so it definitely came as a complete shock because there were no warning signs, really. It came out of nowhere,” she explained.

She went to the doctor thinking it was likely some sort of sports injury. “It was a huge shock,” she said.

Jorgenson went through 10 rounds of chemotherapy to find out that her tumor hadn’t shrunk in size. Her best chance of survival was a hemipelvectomy, which was the amputation of her leg, hip and half of her pelvis. After having the surgery in June 2010, she went through another 17 rounds of chemotherapy to make sure there weren’t any cancer cells floating around in her body.

“I was quite small to begin with, so that amount of chemotherapy really took a huge toll on me. I lost a lot of weight, I lost all of my hair; and then going through that massive surgery after doing 10 rounds of chemo was also very difficult. I had little to no energy and I was just really sick,” she recalled. “It was extremely difficult physically. It was a battle.”

Despite the cancer battle, Jorgenson was able to graduate from high school with her class and went on to pursue a bachelor’s degree at the University of Minnesota Duluth (UMD), where she double majored in communications and psychology. After graduating in 2016, she moved back home to Rochester, where she worked for a nonprofit organization while pursuing her master’s degree in communications. She now works in marketing for a company that provides speech devices to those with communication disorders. While at UMD, Jorgenson discovered sled hockey. “I fell in love with it … It was a lot of fun being able to find another sport to stay active. It is definitely something I missed after losing my leg, so I was really glad that I could find another outlet.”

Jorgenson spent four seasons (20162019) playing for the USA women’s Paralympic sled hockey team.

Two years ago, Jorgenson found out she has Li-Fraumeni syndrome, which is a genetic mutation in her TP53 gene that puts her at high risk for pretty much every type of cancer. Since her risk of breast cancer was nearly 99%, she decided to proactively get a prophylactic mastectomy.

“I’m very fortunate that I know that I have this mutation, but it’s definitely changed the way that I think about my health and just being able to do all the proactive measures has been a blessing,” she explained. “I feel like I’m always going into the doctor to get moles removed and do all these other things to try to stay on top of things, because we know that my risk is so high.”

Jorgenson is one of seven “honored kids” the St. Baldrick’s Foundation selected to serve as ambassadors in 2023, sharing the importance of funding childhood cancer research with the “Cancer-Free Isn’t Free” campaign

in honor of National Cancer Survivor Month in June.

“They have a mission that’s very near and dear to my heart. Cancer research, especially childhood cancer research, is so underfunded, and so being an organization that really focuses on that was huge for me,” she said. “As a childhood cancer survivor myself, I know how difficult going through something like that is, and so being able to support organization that is really focusing on helping kids that are going through things like the things I went through, it was an easy answer for me to say yes, of course, I want to do this.”

How can you help? Jorgenson says people can share the mission, donate, organize events, attend events and advocate for childhood cancer research. For more information or ideas on how to get involved, visit www.stbaldricks.org.

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

BY THE NUMBERS

• 1 in 263 children will have cancer before they turn 20

• Every 2 minutes worldwide, a child is diagnosed with cancer

• 90% of kids with the most common type of cancer will live, thanks to research

• In 80% of kids, the cancer has already spread to other areas of the body by the time it is diagnosed

• Over 12 types of childhood

cancers exist

• 99% of childhood cancer survivors have a chronic health problem by the time they are 50 and 96% have severe or lifethreatening conditions.

• 67 is the average age for a cancer diagnosis for adults, and 6 for children.

• 300,000: the number of children who are diagnosed with cancer worldwide every year

CONTRIBUTED Hanna Jorgenson pictured with her husband Jake and German shepherd Frankie.

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MAHTOMEDI SCHOOL BOARD NOTES

• G overnmental bodies pay close attention to the health of their General Funds, which is where their operating money comes from. To be considered robust the minimum unassigned fund balance needs to be at least 8% of the total expenses, said Jeff Priess, director of finance and operations for the Mahtomedi District, in his report of the 2023-24 Preliminary Budget.

As of July 1 the fund balance is estimated to be $7.4 million, or 11.43% of the total expense. By June 30, 2024 the fund balance is expected to be $7.6 million, or 11.7% of the total expense. “So we’re looking healthy,” he said. The board approved the 2023-2024 Preliminary Budget and the 20222023 Fund 06 revisions.

• T he board is required to send an annual 10-year Long Term Facilities Maintenance (LTFM) Plan to the Minnesota Department of Education. The board approved the 2024-2025 LTFM Plan, which includes $1.5 million to work with on O. H. Anderson window replacement, health and safety improvements, new flooring in three buildings and HVAC work.

• I ntermediate District 916, of which the Mahtomedi District is a part, also has a LTFM plan for the 20242025 school year. The umbrella district has no levy authority, so its member districts contribute financial support. ISD 916 will

have access to $431,000, of which the Mahtomedi district will pay 3.33%, or $14,000.

• D irector of Communications

Alice Seuffert gave a presentation on the history and terminology of the Strategic Plan, as well as the school board’s role and the process to finalize the plan. The board unanimously approved the Strategic Plan Results Statements, which “build learner agency through exceptional learning experiences; create an inclusive and equitable educational system that values diversity and honors individuality; ensure the social and emotional well-being of students and staff with an emphasis on mental wellness; foster trust and partnership among all staff, students, families, and community members and define, cultivate, and celebrate excellence in the many ways it is embodied in the diverse Zephyr community”.

• T he familiar star person logo seen on the district letterhead, its website and on social media will be replaced by the blue letter “M” as the district goes through a rebranding process. Focus groups met during the first week of May to come up with the new brand/ architecture logo. Board members looked at nine options. Seuffert’s department is finalizing the artwork and will publicly unveil the new logo when it is ready.

• D irector of Community Education

Kate Anderson and Safe Routes to School (SRTS) Lead Coordinator

Erin Roche gave a power point presentation on what the SRTS has been working on for the past year. SRTS volunteers are working with residents and the cities of Mahtomedi, Willernie and Pine Springs to install infrastructure improvements, such as enhanced crossings, in front of schools along Warner Avenue S. and Co. Rd. 12. A three-way stop is proposed for 72nd Street and Warner Avenue. A pedestrian and traffic study has been requested of Washington County for Co. Rd. 12. On campus improvements would include a biking/walking route from Co. Rd. 12 to the high school and middle school, as well as an east-west bike route to Wildwood Elementary and a path between the middle school and 80th Street N., Roche said.

• T he board conducted the second reading the policies with minimal or no changes, including Policy 905 – Advertising, Policy 906 – Community Notification of Predatory Offenders and Policy 999 – Advisory Committees Involving Citizens.

• T he district continues to benefit from community largesse, after the board formally accepted donations totaling $48,098.97. Highlights include $31,167 from MAEF from grants, and $6,395.07

from private parties through the high school Nordic Ski fundraiser.

• At graduation, 13 students were recognized as national merit scholars, a record for Mahtomedi High School, said Superintendent Barb Duffrin in her report. In addition, eight graduates boasted a cumulative unweighted GPA of 4.0. Duffrin also honored the Passages Transition Program graduates and the pre-school Class of 2036 graduates. Seven sports teams competed at the state championship level, including State AA high jump champion, Owen Carlson.

• B oard Chair Stacey Stout read the Superintendent’s Evaluation Summary. The board was pleased with Duffrin’s implementation of the district’s goals and shared areas that the board would like to see expanded, Stout said. The board considers Duffrin to have met all the goals for the 2022-23 school year and looks forward to further advancement, Stout said.

The next School Board meeting is at 7 p.m. Thursday, July 13 in the District Center Community Room, 1520 Mahtomedi Ave.

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Author with White Bear Lake connections publishes first book

Roberta Wirth-Feeney is a resident of Centerville. She graduated from Mariner High School in White Bear Lake in 1974. At the young age of 10, she started journaling. Now, all of these years later, her journal entries — along with the work of her favorite author, Jack London — inspired her first book, “Looking for Martin Eden: The Diaries of Roberta Wirth-Feeney.”

Q: Tell us a little about yourself.

A:  Dad’s company transferred him to South Bend, Indiana, when I was a toddler. I loved growing up within walking distance of Notre Dame. I was going into ninth grade when my family moved back to White Bear Lake, as dad was transferred back to work as general manager and vice president at Metcalf Moving. My childhood was completely separate and severed from the rest of my life. There was no ability to see my childhood home and friends, nor to play my violin in a school orchestra. Synchronistically, my oldest daughter, after earning her Ph.D., was hired by Notre Dame as a professor in neuroscience. We kind of came full circle.

I took advanced math and science classes at White Bear High School and Mariner High School in what would be called STEM classes today. My claim to fame was being in the first graduating class of Mariner, class of 1974. I next earned a bachelor’s degree in biology from the College of Biological Sciences

at the University of Minnesota. My first child was born the first day of my junior year. I only missed the first week of classes. She was 2 when I graduated. I next took her to grad school with me, where I earned a master’s degree at the University of St. Thomas. My husband and I had bought a small stucco house in Birchwood the last year of our marriage. I owned it alone for about 20 years and subsequently bought a new, larger model house in Centerville 25 years ago. Two of my three kids graduated from WBLAHS, despite us living in Centerville, so I never felt I’d left White Bear Lake.

Q: This is your first book. Why did you want to become an author?

A: I’ve always had in the back of my mind to write books someday. I

WDGY: Station celebrates Centennial

popularity, the station has managed to stay local. It broadcasts an impressive roster of live DJs, most having lived in the Twin Cities area for over 20 years. To celebrate their anniversary this year, the station has featured many themed weekends like ‘Back to the 50s’ and ‘Power of 100’ where they will showcase 100 nonprofits. The station will also have their own stand at the MN State Fair for the first time since 1987.

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In the next few years, WDGY plans to continue to support the neighborhood. “We’re trying to do more things [to] be good stewards of the community with music,” said president Brent Borgen.

Readers can join the 100-year anniversary festivities by tuning in to WDGY on FM 92.1, FM 103.7, 107.1HD2, AM 740, smart speakers using the TuneIn app, their website WDGYRadio.com, or by using the WDGY phone app.

started keeping journals when I was 10 and wrote in them as if I was writing short stories. I read books continually. My favorite author was Jack London. His semi autobiography, “Martin Eden,” inspired me to not only write but to seek adventure, travel and never give up.

I did technical writing in my career as a biologist for the MPCA, writing the state’s first yard waste and solid waste compost book, and articles in “Bicycle Magazine.” For fun, I wrote children’s books to entertain my three kids. I retired after 33 years at the MPCA just as the pandemic hit, and used my isolation to reread my journals. My book was the result.

Q: Where did the inspiration for your book, “Looking for Martin Eden,” come from?

A: My inspiration came from two things — my need to use the body of writing I’d acquired in my almost 50 journals and from Jack London, who used his experiences in his short stories and novels.

Q: What should readers know about this story?

A: I use journal entries in my book starting at age 10 up until the time I retired with the arc being how Jack London influenced my life, including my interest in composting, my love interests and my need to hit the adventure path. I had a past-life regression at age 40 that included a Jack London vision. My book imagines traveling in space-time to view the events of my life. I’ve been fascinated by physicists (starting with Einstein) stating that the past, present and future exist simultaneously. Events

in the past don’t sail past us and disappear forever. They just exist in a different part of space-time or the block universe.

Q: Tell us about the process of writing and publishing this book. How long did it take you?

A: I spent about a year rereading and ruminating over all my journals. Writing and deciding what to include and what to leave out took about six months. Publishing took another six months. But I’ve really been writing this book for 50 years.

Q: What do you hope readers will gain from reading this story?

A: I hope readers will keep journals, if they already don’t, and go back occasionally to reread them. It gives your life perspective. If I could be an example to someone who, like me, was a victim of domestic abuse or who had unplanned pregnancies, I wish I can give them hope and let them know everything will turn out all right, as it did for me.

Q: Where is the book sold?

A: In about two weeks, it will be available in paperback and online on Amazon and in Barnes & Noble. I also plan on signing copies I’m purchasing at some later event.

Q: Do you have any plans for future works?

A: I’d like to try my hand at fiction next. I also hope to publish my children’s books I’ve written. and a script I wrote on the life of Jack London. My dream is to have the Cohen Brothers make my script into a movie. I know they’re fans of Jack London.

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Two boys from White Bear Lake, Josh Kohler and Makade Mastel, will star in the Circus Juventas summer production “Excalibur,” bringing King Arthur’s legend to life. Kohler, 13, from Hand in Hand Montessori and Mastel, 15, from White Bear Lake North Campus High School, will play knights in King Arthur’s court during the summer show. Kohler performs as a knight during the market scene and throughout his circus career he’s trained in mini vault, Rola-bola, juggling and acrobatics which is his favorite. “I feel a little nervous because I’ve performed in some of the other Circus Juventas shows, but not the summer ones,” said Kohler.

Mastel can be seen performing in the stunts Russian swing and mini vault. This is his second summer show and last year he successfully performed mini vault for the crowd. Lately he’s enjoyed practicing his Russian swing act and loves the concept of “Excalibur” and the excitement that follows when bringing knights into a performance. The show will take place in the air-conditioned, permanent big top, 1271 Montreal Ave. in St. Paul, from July 28 to Aug. 13, for 16 performances. The matinee at 1 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 5, will have ASL and AD interpretation. For ticket information go to circusjuventas. showare.com.

Mariner grad Roberta Wirth-Feeny published her first book.

(From left) Josh Kohler and Makade Mastel Star in this summer’s production of “Excalibur” at Circus Juventas

A bi-weekly section where readers will be informed on subjects of seasonal interest, upcoming events and other timely topics.

THE CLERK’S CORNER – Greetings from the Township! It’s midsummer and the number one topic that is being discussed is water conservation in the midst of a severe drought (again). PLEASE observe the Township Ordinance that spells out the irrigation requirements during the summer months, and know that how our water is managed and its impact of White Bear Lake will potentially affect us all.

In the meantime, the Township will continue its 10-year plan for road improvements around the area as well as working in conjunction with Ramsey County towards the final goal of upgrading our aging infrastructure and improving our overall community amenities.

Finally! Don’t forget Township Day coming up on September 16th!

WATER EFFICIENCY REBATES ARE STILL AVAILABLE – Water Efficiency

Rebates are available to White Bear Township utility customers who replace existing products with specified water efficient products now through June 30, 2024 or until the remaining $26,962.61 is depleted. This funding is provided by the Metropolitan Council through the Clean Water Land and Legacy Amendment.

The rebate is for 100% of the pretax cost of the item, up to the maximum rebate amount allowed on eligible water efficiency products. A minimum investment of $75.00 for homeowners or $200 for Commercial / HOA's is required on the Irrigation Audits.

Residents can get up to a maximum of $150 for Energy Star washers; $200 for Energy Star Certified Dishwashers; $200 for WaterSense toilets; and $200 for WaterSense irrigation controllers; and up to $500 for

Irrigation Audit by a WaterSense certified professional.

Commercial / Homeowners Associations can also get rebates for irrigation improvements. For more information about the Water Efficiency Rebate program, visit www.whitebeartownship.org/165/waterefficiency-rebate-program.

NIGHT TO UNITE – Night to Unite is Tuesday, August 1, 2023 and is held annually as a way to meet your neighbors & promote safe communities.

Night to Unite goals are to:

• Heighten crime and drug prevention awareness.

• Generate support and participation in crime prevention and community policing programs.

• Strengthen neighborhood spirits and public safety-community partnerships.

• Let criminals know that you are committed to keeping your neighborhood safe.

Neighborhoods are encouraged to extend an invitation to all neighbors as well as inviting another block to join your party, especially if that block is not planning a celebration. Night to Unite Activity ideas and a Party Planning Grid can be found on the Ramsey County Sheriff’s Office Website.

RANDOM FUN FACTS:

• Lobsters taste with their feet. Tiny bristles inside a lobster’s pinchers are their equivalent to human taste buds.

• There’s enough gold inside the Earth to coat the planet – 99 percent of the precious metal can be found in the Earth’s core.

• It’s impossible to hum while holding your nose. You just tested it, didn’t you?

• The brand name Spam (founded in Minnesota) is a combination of “spice” and “ham.”

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OF THE CITY OF WHITE BEAR LAKE, MN, AS IT RELATES TO MUNICIPAL ELECTIONS, GENDER-SPECIFIC TERMINOLOGY, CITY ATTORNEY APPOINTMENT TERM LENGTH, AND STATE STATUTE REFERENCES

The Council of the City of White Bear Lake, Minnesota does ordain the following:

Sect. 2.02. Municipal Elections. The Uniform Municipal Election Day Law, 205.07 (2010), set forth in Chapter 205 of Minnesota Statutes, is hereby adopted by reference and made a part of the City Charter of the City of White Bear Lake. …

Sect. 4.04. Mayor -- Vacancy of Office. … The appointed Mayor shall exercise all the powers and perform all the duties of Mayor until a Mayor is elected at the next annual municipal general election. The office of Mayoral vacancy shall be filled by a special municipal election when the remaining term of office is six (6) months or greater. The City Clerk shall, within fifteen (15) days of the vacancy, give legal notice in the official newspaper of the vacancy with dates for filing and the date(s) of the special municipal election(s). The period for filing for the vacancy shall be ten (10) calendar days from (including) the date of the legal notice. The special municipal election shall occur within fifteen (15) to twenty (20) days after the close of filing. If more than two (2) candidates have filed for the vacancy, the first election date shall be considered the primary municipal election with the general municipal election date occurring fourteen (14) days later. When two (2) or fewer candidates have filed for the vacancy, the general municipal election shall occur on the first election date.

Sect. 4.12. Council -- Meetings and Procedures. … Council vacancies shall be filled by special municipal election when the remaining term of office is six (6) months or greater. The City Clerk shall, within fifteen (15) days of the vacancy, give legal notice in the official newspaper of the vacancy, with dates for filing and the date(s) of the special municipal election(s). The period for filing

for the vacancy shall be ten (10) calendar days from (including) the date of the legal notice. The special municipal election shall occur within fifteen (15) to twenty (20) days after the close of filing. If more than two (2) candidates have filed for the vacancy, the first election date shall be considered the primary municipal election with the general municipal election date occurring fourteen (14) days later. When two (2) or fewer candidates have filed for the vacancy, the general municipal election shall occur on the first election date.

The Council at its first regular meeting in January, following the annual municipal election shall set the day dates of its regular monthly meetings for the year. …

Sect. 4.13. Chair of the Council -- Acting Mayor. At the first regular meeting of the Council in January following the annual municipal general election, the Council shall elect one of its members as Chair of the Council. …

Sect. 4.14. Ordinances and Resolutions. … Except for emergency ordinances as hereinafter defined, no ordinance shall become effective until after one publication in the official city newspaper. An affidavit of such publication shall be made by the foreman or publisher of the newspaper, which affidavit shall be filed in the office of the City Clerk. …

Sect. 4.17. Ordinances -- Codification. … Such Code, when duly enacted by the Council in accordance with the provisions of this Charter, need not be published in the official newspaper of the City, but shall be effective at whatever date the Code may prescribe, provided that: (1) notice of adoption of said Code shall have been published for at least one week in the official newspaper of the City, which publication shall be proved by the affidavit of the foreman or publisher of such paper, and (2) copies of said Code shall have been available at the City offices for distribution to the public at a reasonable price for at least one week prior to said effective date, which fact shall be proved by affidavit of the City Clerk on file with the Code in the office of the City Clerk. …

Sect. 4.20. City Attorney. The City Council shall have the power to appoint a City Attorney or Attorneys and fix the compensation to be paid said City Attorney or Attorneys, who shall be a member or members of the bar of the

State of Minnesota. Such attorney or attorneys may be appointed for one year terms up to five years, but shall be removable at the pleasure of the Council.

Sect. 4.26. Official Publications. The Council shall at its first regular meeting in the January following the annual municipal election, or as soon thereafter as practicable, designate, in accordance with Minnesota Statutes, the official newspaper of the City for publication of all notices required by this Charter. In all other cases, the City Council may designate the manner of publication of notices. (Ref. Ord. 898, 8/24/93)

Sect. 5.16. Equipment -- Certificates. The City Council may by four-fifths vote finance the purchase of the fire, police, ambulance, street construction and street maintenance equipment, through the use of certificates of indebtedness as provided for in Minnesota Statutes Section 412.301.

An ordinance amending the City Charter shall become effective 90 days after publication.

Passed by the City Council of White Bear Lake on June 27, 2023.

Dan Louismet, Mayor

ATTEST: Caley Longendyke, City Clerk

Published one time in the White Bear Press on July 12, 2023.

VADNAIS LAKE AREA WATER MANAGEMENT ORGANIZATION (VLAWMO)

REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS

WILKINSON LAKE DEEP-WATER WETLAND RESTORATION

The Vadnais Lake Area Water Management Organization (VLAWMO), will receive bids through QuestCDN (vBid) until 2:00 p.m., Central Time on Thursday August 3, 2023, for the construction of the Wilkinson Lake DeepWater Wetland Restoration Project. Visit www.VLAWMO.org/news to review the details of the Request for Proposals (RFP), or contact Dawn at Dawn. Tanner@vlawmo.org for more information.

Published one time in the White Bear Press on July 12, 2023.

Additional information regarding each district may be obtained from: Scott Schaefer, Finance Director, City of Mahtomed, 600 Stillwater Road, Mahtomedi, MN 55115 651-747-3700

WHITE BEAR TOWNSHIP ORDINANCE NO. 96

AN INTERIM ORDINANCE PROHIBITING ACCEPTANCE OR CONSIDERATION OF APPLICATIONS FOR NEW CANNABIS AND CANNABINOID SALES, TESTING, MANUFACTURING AND DISTRIBUTION AND PROVIDING PENALTIES FOR THE VIOLATION THEREOF IN THE TOWN OF WHITE BEAR, RAMSEY COUNTY, MINNESOTA THE TOWN BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF THE TOWN OF WHITE BEAR ORDAINS:

SECTION 1. PURPOSE.

1-1. The purpose of this Ordinance is to establish a temporary moratorium on acceptance or consideration of applications for new cannabis and cannabinoid (CBD) sales, testing, manufacturing and distribution. The Town of White Bear’s Ordinance No. 35 does not adequately reflect the intent of the Town Board in establishing the guidelines for the acceptance or consideration of applications for new cannabis and cannabinoid (CBD) sales, testing, manufacturing and distribution.

1-2. There is a need to revise the ordinance to reflect the intended guidelines for the above purposes.

SECTION 2. ACCEPTANCE OR CONSIDERATION OF APPLICATIONS FOR NEW CANNABIS AND CANNABINOID (CBD) SALES, TESTING, MANUFACTURING AND DISTRIBUTION MORATORIUM.

2-1. The Town Board of Supervisors finds, therefore, that a moratorium is required in order to protect the planning process and to prevent the acceptance or consideration of applications for new cannabis and cannabinoid (CBD) sales, testing, manufacturing and distribution in locations and sizes which are not compatible with the existing use and development of lands within the Town for such uses pending the completion of necessary studies and the consideration and implementation of new regulations on that subject. At the present time it is expected that the necessary study and implementation can be completed by January 1, 2025.

2-2. The Town Board of Supervisors authorizes Town staff to revise Ordinance No. 35 to reflect their intended guidelines.

SECTION 3. ESTABLISHMENT.

3-1. In accordance with the findings set forth herein and pursuant to the authority of Minn. Stat. 342.13 and Minn. Stat. 462.355, (Subd. 4) there is hereby established a moratorium on the acceptance or consideration of applications for new cannabis and cannabinoid (CBD) sales, testing, manufacturing and distribution.

SECTION 4. SEVERABILITY Should any section, subdivision, clause or other provision of this Ordinance be held to be invalid by any court of competent jurisdiction, such decision shall not affect the validity of the Ordinance as a whole or of any part hereof, other than the part held to be invalid

SECTION 5. EFFECTIVE DATE. This Ordinance shall take effect and be in force from and after its passage and publication. Passed by the Town Board of the Town of White Bear this 5th day of July, 2023.

APPROVED: ED M. PRUDHON, Chair

PATRICK

OBITUARIES

Marion P. Hastings

October 3, 1921 - June 24, 2023, age 101 of White Bear Lake.

Mom lived a great life although she would have been the last to describe it that way. The titles we can bestow upon her are daughter, sister, aunt, and friend, and the greatest titles of Mom and Grandma. She is survived by her children Paul (Mary), Joan, Carol, and Philip (Jodie); grandchildren Laura Hastings (Danny Schwarze), Samuel Hastings (Sophie), Kyle Hastings, and Mike (Brenna) Munson and their daughter Zoe, brother Alvin Codding, many nieces and nephews and all of the friends touched in their lives by her presence.

Service Tuesday August 8, 2023 at 11 a.m. at WHITE BEAR LAKE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, 1851 Birch Street, White Bear Lake, with visitation starting at 10 a.m. Memorials preferred to JDRF in lieu of flowers.

Michael John Weber

Age 73, lifelong resident of Mahtomedi, MN, passed away on June 6, 2023.

Michael graduated from Mahtomedi High School in 1967. He started his professional career with Gephart Electric and retired from that company, spending his entire professional life with the same organization. He was a proud member of IBEW local 110. Michael also volunteered his services to a variety of groups and organizations. He will be greatly missed by family and friends.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Thursday, July 20, 2023 from 4PM-8PM at SANDBERG MORTUARY, 2593 E. 7th Ave., No. St. Paul, MN 55109.

William “Bill” Wigstrom

1956-2023

It is with profound sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Bill, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and cherished friend. On July 7, 2023, Bill tragically succumbed to an aortic aneurysm, leaving a void in the hearts of all who knew him.

Survived by his loving wife, Becky, his children, Billy (Niki), Stefanie (Andy), Stacia (Nino); his stepchildren, Jess (Bill), Sonja (Jeanette), Alli (Ricky); his siblings, Mary, Mike (Mary), Tony (Christi) & Jeff (Cathy). Preceded in death by parents, William Sr. and Joan Wigstrom, grandparents and several aunts and uncles.

Bill’s devotion to his wife and family was unwavering. He was blessed with twelve beautiful grandchildren and took great pleasure in their accomplishments, always offering loving support.

Bill had a long successful career as a director of operations in commercial construction prior to his retirement 5 years ago. He spent the bulk of his time working at Custom Drywall. He was highly respected by his co-workers and peers in the industry.

Bill was a man with a great zest for life. As an avid fisherman, Bill found solace and joy in fishing adventures with his family and friends, creating cherished memories on the waters.

Known for his vibrant spirit, Bill lived life to the fullest. His friendships were a testament to his warm-hearted nature and unwavering loyalty. He possessed a voice that could melt hearts, and his passion for singing resonated with all who had the privilege of listening. A true embodiment of joy, he danced with abandon, never hesitating to showcase his exuberant moves that brought laughter and happiness to those around him.

Coming from a large family, he found joy in all the laughter-filled gatherings with loved ones, where the aroma of homemade Italian cuisine filled the air, serving as a testament to the bond they all cherished. With the passing of Bill, the world has lost a bright light. His memory will forever remain etched in our hearts, and his spirit will continue to inspire us to live life with the same zest and love that he embodied.

A celebration of Bill’s life will be held on July 25th at Kellerman Event Center in White Bear Lake, 4-7 p.m.

Marcella Marie McLevish

“Marcie” born on December 31, 1925 in St. Paul, MN and passed away July 1, 2023 at the age of 97 years.

Preceded in death by husband Anthony “Mac”; son Fred; infant son Melvin “Micky” and sons-in-law Bill & John.

Survived by children

Marlene Howard, Gloria McLevish, Bruce McLevish (Vivian), Vickie Bystrzycki & Steven McLevish; brother James Tessier (Karen); special sister-in-law Marion Tessier; other relatives & friends. Mass of Christian Burial on Friday, July 14th at 11:00 am at ST. MARY OF THE LAKE CATHOLIC CHURCH, 4741 Bald Eagle Avenue, White Bear Lake with visitation one hour before the Mass. Interment St. Mary of the Lake Cemetery. Memorials preferred in lieu of flowers. MuellerMemorial.com ~ 651-429-4944.

PETS

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Bear Press & Vadnais Heights Press

AND OUTDOORS

Ex-Zephyr enjoys weekend sweep at Target Field

BY BRUCE STRAND SPORTS CONTRIBUTOR

Mike Baumann, Baltimore Orioles pitcher from Mahtomedi who’s making a big impact in his third major league season, just enjoyed his lone home visit of 2023.

The Orioles thumped the Twins in three straight games at Target Field, improving to 54-35, two games behind first-place Tampa Bay in the American League East, heading into the all-star break.

Baumann made just one appearance in the series and retired only one of three batters he faced, but the first half of the season overall went very well for him.

The 27-year-old middle reliever has a 5-0 won-lost record while appearing in 40 games, most on the Orioles staff. He has struck out 45 batters in 42 innings and posted a 4.07 earned-runaverage, allowing 30 hits, including four homers, and 25 walks.

This promises to be his first full big

league season, after making his debut with a late-season call-up in 2021, then spending only two months of 2022 season (April and September) with the Orioles, and four months in the minors. He came back strong in spring training this year.

In Baltimore’s 10-inning, 3-1 win over the Twins, Baumann relieved starter Cole Irwin, who was leading 1-0, with one out in the seventh, after Kyle Farmer hit a double. Baumann gave up a single to Will Castro that knocked in Farmer to tie the score. He got Alex Kiriloff on a fly ball, then walked Christian Vazquez. Manager Brandon Hyde brought in Danny Coulumbe, who got the third out on a grounder, stranding the two runners Baumann was responsible for.

Baltimore completed the sweep 6-2 Saturday and 15-2 Sunday. Baumann was not called upon in either game.

The Twins won two of three in Baltimore the previous weekend.

Baumann pitched a scoreless inning during Minnesota’s 1-0 win, allowing

one walk and striking out two batters. Those are the only six games the Twins will have with Baltimore.

Baumann allowed no runs in the five games where he was credited with the win, meaning he was pitcher of record when the Orioles took the lead for good.

Those wins were against the Chicago White Sox, 6-3 (two-thirds inning, two strikeouts, no hits, one walk); Chicago again, 8-4 (two innings, no hits, one walk, two strikeouts); Toronto, 8-3 (1 2/3 innings, no hits, no walks, one strikeout); the New York Yankees, 9-6 (one 1-2-3 inning, no strikeouts); and Seattle, 6-4 (one 1-2-3 inning, two strikeouts).

A rugged 6-foot-4, 240-pound athlete who played offensive line for the Zephyr football team, Baumann currently has a 7-4 career record and 5.00 ERA in 57 games. His top recorded speed is 96 mph.

The Orioles, after a dismal four-year stretch in which they went 178-368, turned it around in 2022, going 83-79,

and continue to trend upward this year.

Baumann, interviewed by The Athletic commented about his team, “There’s a lot of talent. A lot of young talent. A lot of great veteran leadership. And it’s a group that knows what they’re capable for doing, and ready to show the league that, and the fans around the country that.”

Mike Baumann

Upon his graduation from MHS in 2014, Baumann was drafted by the Twins in the 34th round, but chose to attend the University of Jacksonville. After three impressive seasons with Jacksonville, he was drafted by the Orioles in the third round in 2017.

3 elements in the golf swing that matter

I’m writing today about three elements of a good golf swing that are rarely mentioned, balance, tempo, and tension. So many people have become laser focused on mechanics they forget these three elements have as much impact as path and plane.

There is new focus on how important the feet are to the golf swing. If you can’t keep your balance when you swing, that shot is probably not going to turn out well. Here’s a few drills to try that will help you understand what a balanced swing feels like.

First, hit balls with your feet together with a slow short swing. Once you’ve got that, swing with your eyes closed. I like this drill because it’s a great way to find your perfect tempo. I believe everyone

has an innate tempo that works best for them. A lot of men swing for the fences because their goal is to hit it as far as they can. That’s a great goal, but if you don’t finish in balance chances are you’re not going to find the fairway.

Swing tempo gives each player the chance to create the proper sequence in the swing. In the perfect kinematic sequence, the lower body moves first, followed by the upper body, then arms and hands on your backswing. They fire in the opposite on your forward swing. Have you ever felt out of sequence during your swing? Tempo also affects balance, so finding your best tempo is critical to creating your best swing.

The last element to mention is tension. I’ve written many times before there is no saboteur of the golf swing more than tension. The most common places it will show is in the jaw and hands. When it shows up in your hands, grip pressure gets tight, and shots can go anywhere.

Is tension the same thing as pressure? I think tension causes pressure. Everyone experiences it at some point, including professionals. Some players get quick with their swing, others are tentative to the point where it looks like they are trying to steer the club.

On the course the skill that breaks down is more often the one that is the weakest part of your game. When you practice, the flaws in your game are not so apparent. But when you place your game under pressure, your weakest link is exposed.

My next column will be devoted to what you can do to minimize pressure when you’re on the course.

Betsy Larey is an LPGA Teaching Pro who has been working with adults and juniors for 30 years. She currently teaches adults and juniors at Keller Golf in St Paul and Chomonix in Lino Lakes. Contact her at betsylareygolf@gmail.com.

E Scows celebrate 100 years of White Bear Lake

PHOTOS BY CARTER JOHNSON | PRESS PUBLICATIONS

Race committee member Sean Wagner holds up a wind meter prior to the start of the race. Lee Alnes is at the steering console and Terry Thompson is behind the buoy in the committee boat.

White Bear native Eddie Cox and crew round the upwind mark on I-66 at the ILYA E Scow Invitational Regatta.

The 38 foot Class A Scows are the largest, fastest, and most powerful inland scow sailboats, requiring a crew of 6 or 7 people. Nine A Scows race on White Bear Lake on Monday nights. Specatators are welcome to watch the race on the water from an appropriate distance. Use the QR code above to see the names and photos of each A Scow, which can be easily identified by their different spinnakers. For race results, go to wbycsail. org/wp/results.

U.V. SAFETY AWARENESS MONTH

Picnics, outdoor sports, the pool, the beach, relaxing with a drink in your hand and the breeze in your hair — sound cool? It sure is! What isn’t cool is skin and eye damage caused by excessive exposure to the sun’s U.V. rays.

The sun emits radiation in the form of Ultraviolet or U.V. light, which is classified into three types: U.V.A., U.V.B., and U.V.C. The ozone layer protects the Earth’s stratosphere and blocks the most damaging U.V.C. light, but U.V.B. and U.V.A. light pass through it. U.V.C. radiation can come from artificial sources such as sunlamps or tanning beds.

Radiation from U.V. light is invisible but is always present during the day even when you can’t see or feel the sun. These rays can be harmful to our skin and eyes. Aside from wrinkles and sunburn, exposure is associated with the development of skin cancer. Our eyes can be affected by cataracts, cornea damage, and vision loss if left unprotected in the long term.

The sun is at its peak between 10 am to 4 pm. Head indoors or under shade during these hours. If you stay outside longer for work or play, sunscreen with a high S.P.F. of at least 30, a broadbrimmed hat, sunglasses, and breath-

able clothing that covers you up can offer the most protection. U.V. rays can pass through clouds. They also reflect off surfaces like sand, snow, cement, and water. That’s why sun protection is important in any season, all year round. Children need special attention to keep them protected from the sun. They usually spend more time outdoors and burn more easily. Sunscreen with an SPF (sun protection factor) of 15 is the minimum recommended by the Amer-

ican Academy of Pediatrics (AAP)— although the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) suggests using SPF 30 or higher. “Choose at least SPF 30 with broad-spectrum protection, which means it blocks both UVA and UVB rays,” advises Dr. Joshua Zeichner, director of cosmetic and clinical research in dermatology at Mount Sinai Hospital. No additional benefit has been shown for SPFs higher than 50.

Mineral sunscreens, which contain

active ingredients like zinc oxide and titanium dioxide, are the most highly recommended for children as they are less irritating for sensitive skin. They also minimize the risk of harmful chemical exposure, as these minerals sit on top of the skin to block the sun’s rays rather than being absorbed into the skin.

While most sunscreen ingredients are either considered generally safe or are undergoing further research, you should try to avoid sunscreens with the ingredient oxybenzone. This chemical may have hormonal properties, says the AAP.

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) doesn’t recommend sunscreen for infants under six months of age. Infants should have their skin covered by hats and loose, long-sleeved clothing or be kept out of the sun whenever possible, such as under an umbrella or shady tree, says the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP). Babies younger than six months old should be kept out of direct sunlight. They should also wear hats and protective clothing. Sunscreen used on babies should only be put on small areas of exposed skin.

This information was found on www. nationaltoday.com, www.cancer.org and www.healthline.com.