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Bar owners, workers speak out against proposed liquor ordinance
BY ERIK SUCHY STAFF WRITER
A proposed change from the White Bear Lake City Council to two liquor ordinances is not sitting well with bar owners and workers.
These ordinances are Chapter 1001
Nonintoxicating Malt Liquor, and Chapter 1002 Intoxicating Liquor. Both regulate the sale of alcohol throughout the city. The council’s proposed changes to both ordinances are to no longer allow liquor sales after 1 a.m. City Manager Lindy Crawford said the reasoning was due to “safety concerns” for the city.
Crawford noted that the city’s ordinances were not as descriptive as similar city ordinances, and certain provisions were not aligned with Minnesota State Statute Chapter 340A Liquor. Although these changes were previously discussed at the March 21, 2023 and Feb. 20, 2024 city work sessions, a new ordinance had yet to be brought forward for consideration.
Last week’s meeting, however, brought several disapproving voices to the forefront of the council. One was Angie Eret, who co-manages and bartends at the White Bear Bar. “We try to be proactive by engaging police when a situation might escalate,” Eret said.
Eret remains worried that reduced hours could impact the White Bear Lake Hockey Association’s charitable gambling events, frequently held at the bar. “Reducing these hours would not just
Moderation required: How local schools regulate cell phone use
BY ERIK SUCHY STAFF WRITER
With the new school year just around the corner, teachers and parents remain concerned. They wonder, “How well will my students/son/daughter do in school without getting distracted by using their cell phones?”
Governor Tim Walz recently signed SF 3567, also called the Omnibus Education Policy Bill, into law. The bill requires all school districts throughout the state to adopt their own policies regarding cell phone usage by March 15, 2025.
At White Bear Lake Area High School, Principal Russell Reetz is rolling out a new policy for students that will differ from the previous one. According to Reetz, the school’s past policy allowed teachers to moderate cell phone use in any way they wanted to in their classrooms. This year, the school will implement a “ROAR” plan, standing for Relationships, Owners, Awareness, and Respect. “We’re going to roll out our cell phone plan through those four core values,” said Reetz. “It’s a bell-to-bell, put-your-phone-away plan. Students will be reminded when they enter the classroom
that their phone needs to be shut off or put on airplane mode.”
Students will be given only one reminder to put their phone away at the start of class; if they are caught with it out during learning time, teachers will confiscate the phone, and an appointment will be scheduled between the student and an administrator regarding the offense. The student will also lose their phone privileges for the rest of the day. Students will still be allowed to use their phones during lunch and in between classes. Reetz said that this year
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For the 2024 to 2025 year, many school districts around Minnesota will be adopting new policies monitoring cell phone use, while others will keep the same ones in place.
Parents and students were greeted by faculty and staff members as they made their way through the hallways at Wildwood Elementary School during a recent Back to School Open House event that also featured food trucks and PTO Spirit Wear Sales. The first day of school at Wildwood is Thursday, September 5.
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New pregame high school football show will feature beloved news icon
BY ERIK SUCHY STAFF WRITER
Randy Shaver may have bid farewell to local TV, but to the podcast world, his career is far from over.
Last Wednesday, Shaver and co-hosts Kirsten Krull and Steve Linzmeier debuted their new show, “Game Night Live,” at the White Bear Lake football game against Minnetonka. Each week, the program will be set at a different high school football game in Minnesota, and will feature discussions about the upcoming game and high school football overall.
“The show itself is to talk about high school football and what’s going on the night of the game,” explained Shaver. “It will kick off the night for viewers who will either watch or attend the games, just to give them more information.”
Although Shaver said he initially felt apprehensive approaching the new show, he remains
confident it will become a fun program for listeners. “I’ve never done an hourlong pregame show talking about high school football,” he admitted. “It almost seems a little daunting to think about, but luckily, I have two great people to partner with. It should be a lot of fun.”
Game Time Media
President Logan Anderson conceived “Game Time Live” over the summer. According to Anderson, the show’s idea was to be similar to the ESPN program “College GameDay,” which covers statewide college football games.
Although Anderson intended to cover high school football games around the Twin Cities, he sought to expand the program’s coverage
throughout the state instead. “It would be a chance for us to expand our brand outside of this area,” he said. “We could also build some relationships with other talent and producers that I wouldn’t have
otherwise had.”
During this time, Anderson reached out to David La Vaque, a high school sports writer for the Minnesota Star Tribune, for recommendations on who could host the show. “David told me that I should reach out to Randy,” said Anderson. “We held a meeting with him, where I explained my vision. From there, he agreed to do it, which excited me. He’s such a great talent that everyone knows.”
Anderson. “We got to know each other pretty well that way. When we both moved here to the Twin Cities, I started to bring him under the fold any way I could.” In addition to co-hosting “Game Time Live,” Linzmeier has been the play-by-play announcer for St. Cloud State University’s Huskies basketball team since 2022.
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Anderson said he selected Krull, also the in-game host for the Minnesota Wild, as one of Randy’s cohosts due to their past working relationship at Game Time Media. “Kirsten worked her very first broadcast job out of college with me,” said Anderson. “She helped do play-by-play and camera work for different games. She has a lot of talent for someone at a young age.”
Anderson also selected Linzmeier as the show’s second co-host due to their past working relationship. Linzmeier had previously worked as a play-by-play announcer for the University of Jamestown in North Dakota.
Anderson and Linzmeier crossed paths during this time when Anderson was working as a playby-play announcer for Presentation College in Aberdeen, South Dakota. “The teams we covered played against each other all the time,” said
The show will not be broadcast on local television but will be available on the Smart TV app, YouTube and the official Game Time Media website from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Anderson noted that new features might be added to the program in the future. One feature would involve Krull interviewing team cheerleaders or attendees about the game. However, Anderson said these might only come about depending on the show’s success. “We have fully committed to eight shows in the regular season, and then we’ll see whether we do anything postseason,” said Anderson. “But I definitely think we’ll be around to do this next year when we have more time to plan and develop some new stuff.”
Erik Suchy is a staff writer at Press Publications. To reach him, please contact him at 651-407-1229 or email him at whitebearnews@ presspubs.com.
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Former KARE-11 anchor Randy Shaver has returned to host a new pregame high school football show called “Game Time Live.”
Shaver will be joined by Minnesota Wild in-game host Kirsten Krull, who will co-host the program.
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St. Cloud State University Huskie’s team announcer Steve Linzmeier will be the show’s second co-host.
Mallard Ponds neighborhood divided over median islands
BY LOGAN GION CONTRIBUTING WRITER
Many residents of the Mallard Ponds neighborhood, a collection of housing developments on 120th Street as it bends to become Portland Avenue, were surprised when construction workers began removing the median islands in the neighborhood last month.
Within the public commentary and a chain of emails sent to the township office, were stories of hawk-eyed residents standing in their driveways interviewing crew members. One anecdote even involved harried phone calls to township staff as “construction workers began to saw at the curb.” Defenders of the islands claim they beautify the neighborhood when properly maintained and reduce speeding vehicles within the neighborhood.
The feedback seemed to surprise
Now three months old, Eloise finds herself surrounded by a growing number of Loons, all taking turns watching over and caring for her. Eloise remains a very lucky chick.
the board and Town Attorney Chad Lemmons. “The process was proper. It was followed closely. In a lot of ways, the town goes overboard in following the details in how they proceed on these projects and assessments,” explained Lemmons.
The median island removal is one detail of a much larger road reclamation project. “We want to try to get 60 years out of our roads,” explained Town Engineer Larry Poppler. The roads in the area are 25 years old.
Back in January, a township feasibility study revealed deteriorating curbs, ponding water and fractured roads. In October, the township sent area residents a questionnaire and in November the township held its first neighborhood meeting. “We didn’t ask about the islands, but we received feedback on them from residents … that it was an eyesore,” Poppler recalled. “Talking to public
works, they felt that it would improve efficiency for maintenance, so the island removal became part of the evolution of the project.” He added that salt from the winter was stunting the foliage growth.
In December, the township posted the results of the survey on its website. The survey had a 50% response rate. While island removal was not a specific question on the survey, four residents commented about them, three of them unfavorably. The township held a second neighborhood meeting in January as well as a public hearing.
A final neighborhood meeting was held in March where residents could see the finished plan designs and ask any questions of the engineers.
In April, the board ordered the improvements and the island removal was discussed at length. At that meeting, White Bear Township Supervisor Steve Ruzek asked Poppler,
“You’ve had community meetings, and that has been brought up and part of the meetings, so this is not gonna be a surprise?” Poppler responded, “It was a specific request of the residents to look at removing these … I’m mentioning it tonight … not everyone attends these meetings or participates.”
In June, the board approved a bid for the project and flyers were mailed to residents to notify them about the construction. Updates about the project continue to be posted on the project website.
Feeling due diligence was done, and wary of the financial and legal ramifications of pausing the construction project, the board ordered the construction continue with the median islands removed. Interim Town Supervisor Tom Riedesel voted no.
Loon Chronicles IX: Happy Three Month Birthday!
Another two weeks of busy and entertaining Loon activity on and around White Bear Lake. The waterdances of drop-ins, old warriors, and rafting bachelors continue to expand. The best viewing is early morning, before boat traffic and chop make it more difficult to gather. Lately, morning sunbeams have taken on a sunset hue in the smoke haze. Drop-ins, and new visitors, can be heard calling while in flight, to those below, with their tremolo calls. These calls can be warnings or greetings, depending on the presence of predators, or whether the Loons below are in a nonhostile, nonterritorial frame of mind. We have spotted up to seven iron ore-stained Loons, now regulars. The word is out that White Bear Lake has an abundant supply of fish. Welcome news for Loons, from near and far.
On August 23, Eloise celebrated her three-month birthday. As
we approached, she flashed a huge foot waggle and soaked in the moment. Foot waggles are more frequent in hot weather, which certainly has been the case, as of late. We only spotted Eloise with a parent on one occasion. While staying safe and swimming close to and under the docks near the Yacht Club, Eloise received the cue from papa Loon to join him for fishing and diving. This behavior was instilled early and is a critical safety skill for Loon chicks. Within a few minutes, Eloise was swimming next to her papa, circling his neck, and accepting fish deliveries. While Eloise is getting more proficient at catching her own fish, she gladly accepts fish deliveries from any Loon interested in serving her. There are three “grandparent”/old warrior Loons, featured in the montage, that regularly take turns watching over and feeding Eloise. The Loon with the white battle scar near its right eye and
August 19-24, 2024
white feathers around its bill, all signs of reaching an older age, has taken a particular interest in Eloise and can be seen with her during most early mornings, as well as later in the day. The two appear very comfortable with each other. Research suggests that Loon chick parents start to leave their chicks, 8-12 weeks post hatch. During the weaning process, however, the parents will still stay overnight with their chicks, beyond twelve weeks. We hope that is the case with Eloise’s parents, who have turned out to be excellent parents with their first surviving chick. In any event, it appears that Eloise is well cared for and it truly takes a village! To date, we have not observed Eloise in flight. Hopefully, her village will help get her in the air soon. Wishing you all a fun and safe Labor Day weekend!
Ellen Maas
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Seven Principles
One of my coping mechanisms when it feels like summer is slipping away too quickly is to add the month of September as a buffer to help moderate any sinking feelings of despair. We no longer have the luxury of the extended early evening light, but for the most part, the weather is equally if not nicer than during the peak of summer. There are no guarantees, but over the years, I’d have to say that the positive experiences traveling and camping out during slower and off-peak times of the year far outweigh any negative ones. By rolling the dice on a trip earlier or later in the season, you can be rewarded with lighter traffic, less crowding and fewer insects, including mosquitoes.
I have stellar early season memories of camping with friends up in Voyageurs National Park not long after the winter ice melted on Namakan and Kabetogama lakes. The only insects we had to deal with on one paddling excursion were the fireflies lighting up the woods behind our island campsite, creating an idyllic scene resembling a theatrical set. A late season October trip out to Yellowstone National Park, many years ago, included snow but also exceptional wildlife sightings that would not be possible any other time of the year. More than a decade before mobile phones came into use; while using a phone booth near a parking lot at Mammoth Hot Springs to place a call to my parents, I was suddenly surrounded by a herd of more than a dozen elk. It was mating season, and the males were jousting with each other and making throaty, high-pitched bugling sounds. My parents expressed their surprise and disbelief as I described the chaotic situation taking place outside the phone booth that enclosed me. Thankfully, the herd had other priorities and moved on just as suddenly as they had appeared. Before or since, I’ve never witnessed the behavior of a group of wild animals in such close proximity. The timing of an off-season December hike in the Grand Canyon was like walking through different climate zones. The heat can be deadly in the summer months, but the early winter temperature at the top of the canyon got down to zero at night while the temperature at Phantom Ranch, a historic oasis at the bottom of the canyon, was a moderate 50 degrees. During the hike out, the air at the bottom of the canyon rushed upward through the landscape and created a strong, warm breeze at sunset.
At a relatively early age I was introduced to the concept of leaving a campsite in the same, if not better, condition than how you found it. The National Park Service provides more specifics to this overall concept with the Leave No Trace Seven Principles which include: plan ahead and prepare, travel and camp on durable surfaces, dispose of waste properly, leave what you find, minimize campfire impacts, respect wildlife and be considerate of other visitors.
According to the National Park Service website, these principles were established by the Leave No Trace Center for Outdoor Ethics, and built on previous studies by the US Forest Service, National Park Service and Bureau of Land Management. The principles are based on and informed by scientific research in the fields of recreation ecology and the ways humans value, use and depend on the natural environment. Some of these principles can be referenced and applied in our daily lives. Specifically, I believe some of the friction and frustration that sometimes occurs on and around shared public spaces like parks, lakes and the growing number of multi-use trails in the area could be lessened by knowledge of the rules and simply practicing awareness of our surroundings and consideration for others.
Paul Dols is photojournalist/website editor for Press Publications. He can be reached at 651-4071238
Embracing a future we’ve designed together
As the school year begins, we are excited to open our newly renovated White Bear Lake Area High School—one campus welcoming all students grades 9-12. The new state-of-theart facility will expand student opportunities, inspire innovative instruction, and continue to welcome community members for more after-school activities.
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It’s aweinspiring to reflect on how far we’ve come and more importantly — where we’re headed in the future White Bear Lake Area Schools. At the cusp of a new era, it’s clear that our district has been on a transformative journey to a future we’ve designed together.
There is an old adage: “The best way to predict the future is to create it.” Well, we’ve created it. And it is excellent! Let’s embrace it!
In a rapidly changing world, each student is best served when they have an opportunity to realize their unique talents and abilities and design their own future. Personalizing education is at the heart of building relationships for our exceptional staff, who are fully committed to student success.
More than five years ago, our community came together to envision the future for our children and our schools. We imagined
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transforming the way teachers teach and children learn. In 2019, our community approved the Building Our Future bond referendum, which upgraded and transformed every school.
We have undergone a remarkable transformation, resulting from strategic planning and community engagement that laid the foundation in 2018. We embarked on a journey to rebuild and redesign our schools to meet the needs of future learners. We are now about 90% complete with construction, with only a few projects left before we fully realize the vision we set out to achieve.
Our focus this year is to “Embrace the Future.” It is a call to action for every team member. This isn’t just about adapting to change but about owning the future we have collectively created. From new teacher development frameworks to innovative high school scheduling that maximizes student choice, we are not merely keeping pace with change but driving it.
In the past five years, we’ve made incredible strides in advancing our Strategic Plan priorities. Our focus on creating a safe and nurturing environment for all students focuses on connection, high-quality instruction, and educational excellence. Central to our mission is personalizing education and ensuring each student realizes their unique talents and abilities.
We are also rethinking how we engage students in their learning. We’ve been shifting from traditional lecture-based instruction to more personalized, inquiry-based learning experiences. This approach aligns with our
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mission and prepares students to take ownership of their education and, ultimately, their futures. Our new high school program, which increases access to rigorous courses prioritizes student choice and flexibility, a significant step in this direction. It’s a shift requiring us to reevaluate every aspect of our instruction, ensuring that we push the envelope on what matters most: academic excellence.
Educating the future leaders of our communities, businesses, healthcare systems and government is not easy, but it is vital. We must continue to innovate, push the boundaries of what public education can be, and ensure that every student in our district has the opportunity to excel. This year, all eyes will be on White Bear Lake Area Schools. Our community’s investments in education are significant, and we are prepared to deliver on our promises.
As we embark on this new school year, I am optimistic and hopeful. We have the talent, resources, and commitment to meet the challenges ahead and lead by example. We are a district embracing the future. Together, we will continue to build a school system that truly reflects our shared vision of educational excellence.
We’ve designed the opportunities. Let’s make this year one of the best yet for White Bear Lake Area Schools. Go achieve. Go excel. Go Bears!
Dr. Wayne Kazmierczak is the superintendent of White Bear Lake Area Schools
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Appreciate Green Team
I am writing to express my appreciation for the Vadnais Heights Green Team and their collaboration with Parks and Recreation. I have seen them at multiple music in the parks events, and they have shared great information about things the city and individuals in Vadnais Heights are doing to create more sustainable landscapes. They even have fun tattoos of pollinators for people of all ages! Community engagement is so important, and it has been exciting to see additions to their booth at each event. I was able to sign up for their community newsletter and am looking forward to participating in their Adopt-ADrain Community Clean Up Event taking place in September. Individuals volunteering their time to improve the community doesn’t go unnoticed, and I am encouraged by the interest others have in caring for our environment!
Ellen Gurrola White Bear Lake
Student cell phone use detrimental
On behalf of the nearly 600 members of White Bear Lake Area Educators, Local #7286, I’m writing to thank the parents of our students and our school board for their support for the
recently adopted K-12 Student Cell Phone use guidelines. Research on the detrimental effects of cell phones to student well-being and academic success is abundant and decisive. Away for the Day, an initiative formed to curb cell phone use in school, cites the following: “Teenagers in the United States who spend 3 hours or more a day on electronic devices are at a 35% higher risk of suicIde than those who spend less than one hour on them.” When it comes to academics, a comprehensive analysis of 44 different research studies revealed that “excessive smartphone use and behavioral smartphone addiction correlates with a decline in academic performance.”
As educators, we are committed to fostering learning environments focused on connection, community, engagement and academic excellence. We are confident that the collective efforts of our learning community to diminish cell phone use during the student day will have profound and positive impacts on our students’ educational experiences.
Tiffany Dittrich
President, White Bear Lake Area Educators, Local #7286
Information night for youth Explorers
The Ramsey County Sheriff’s Office will host an information night on its youth Explorer programs. These programs are for students between the ages of 14 and 21 who may be interested in the criminal justice field. Participants will get exposure to various law enforcement career fields through hands-on experience, community events and scenario-based training.
There will be an open house at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 10, at the Ramsey County Sheriff’s Patrol Station, 1411 Paul Kirkwold Drive, Arden Hills. For more information, contact
Lead Advisor Deputy Danielle Hodges at Danielle. Hodges@ramseycounty.us.
Birchwood task force seeks input
The Birchwood Village Road Safety Task Force will hold an open forum at the Sept. 10 City Council meeting. The task force is seeking resident input on its proposals to move to a uniform 20 mph speed limit throughout Birchwood, add two crosswalks on Wildwood Avenue, add a stop sign at 368 Wildwood, and add solar-powered radar signs. The meeting begins at 6:45 p.m. at Village Hall. Those unable to attend can email comments to info@cityofbirchwood.com.
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COPS&COURTS
The White Bear Lake Police Department reported on the following incidents:
• Officers removed an unwanted individual from a business in the 2000 block of County Road E Aug. 18.
• Criminal damage to property and fraud were reported in the 4300 block of Old White Bear Avenue Aug. 19.
• Officers responded to a neighbor dispute in the 5100 block of Long Avenue Aug. 19.
• Officers responded to a noise complaint at the intersection of Park Avenue and Grace Street Aug. 20.
• A Maplewood woman was arrested on an outstanding warrant following a traffic stop in the 3200 block of White Bear Avenue Aug. 20.
• A vehicle owner was warned following a complaint of loud music in the 4900 block of Lake Avenue Aug. 20.
• Officers took a report of a protection order violation and domestic assault in the 1900 block of Rishworth Lane Aug. 20.
Officers mediated a dispute between roommates Aug. 21 in the 3500 block of Rooney Place.
• Officers responded to a report of a burglary from a garage in the 3500 block of Century Avenue N. Aug. 21. Various items were stolen, resulting in a loss of approximately $2,500.
• Officers responded to a single-vehicle crash Aug. 21 in the intersection of Highway 96 and Interstate 35E. The driver suffered minor injuries.
• Officers responded to a hit-and-run crash Aug. 21 in the parking lot of a business in the 4800 block of White Bear Lake Parkway. No injuries were reported.
• Officers received a complaint Aug. 22 of unwanted individuals refusing to leave in the 2600 block of County Road E. The individuals left before officers arrived and were not located.
• A loose dog was reported to officers Aug. 22 in the 1900 block of Buerkle Road.
• Officers responded to a two-vehicle accident Aug. 22 near the intersection of County Road E and Midland Avenue. No injuries were reported.
• Officers responded to a theft that occurred Aug. 22 in the 2600 block of County Road E. Officers took a report of telephone harassment Aug. 23 in the 3500 block of Century Avenue N.
• A vehicle versus mailbox hit-and-run crash was reported in the 2700 block of Spruce Place Aug. 23 to officers.
• Officers responded to a report of shoplifting Aug. 23 in the 2500 block of Blomquist Avenue.
• Officers received a complaint of a car alarm going off Aug. 23 in the 3800 block of Oak Terrace for an extended amount of time. Officers did not hear an alarm when they arrived on scene.
• A large black dog was reported walking southbound near Bellaire Avenue Aug. 24. When officers arrived, the dog was gone.
• Officers received a complaint of a barking dog Aug. 24 near Lakeaires Boulevard. The dog was found to be barking at people as they passed by the fenced-in yard. The owner was advised of the complaint.
• Officers took a report of a theft of a motor vehicle Aug. 24 from a private driveway in the 3400 block of McKnight Road. The vehicle was recovered in Minneapolis. No arrests were made.
• Officers received information Aug. 24 regarding a game of ding dong ditching that took place the night before in the 4600 block of Fourth Avenue.
• Officers responded to the 4900 block of Woodcrest Road Aug. 25 to take a report of property damage that occurred overnight. Suspects are unknown. Estimated loss of $200.
• Officers took a report of theft from an auto Aug. 25 that occurred in the 2100 block of Roth Place. A handgun was taken from an unlocked vehicle. No suspect information is available at this time.
Officers arrested a female, 39, for a DWI after she crashed into a garage Aug. 25 in the 1800 block of Cedar Avenue. She was booked at the Ramsey County Law Enforcement Center.
• A theft was reported Aug. 25 in the 4600 block of Highway 61. The suspects’ identities are not known at this time.
• Officers took a report of a theft of a motorcycle from a detached garage Aug. 26 in the 0 block of Hoffman Road. The motorcycle and a vehicle were damaged in the process.
• Officers responded to a vehicle striking a bicyclist Aug. 26 near the intersection of Highway 96 and White Bear Parkway, resulting in injury. The driver was cited for failure to yield.
• Officers responded to a motor vehicle collision Aug. 26 in the 1800 block of Buerkle Road.
• Officers responded to a three-vehicle collision Aug. 27 near the intersection of Highway 96 and Interstate 35E.
• Officers took a report of a motor vehicle theft Aug. 27 that occurred in the 1500 block of Park Street. The vehicle was recovered in Coon Rapids with damage.
• Officers located a suspect wanted on numerous felony warrants Aug. 27 in the 3500 block of Century Avenue. The suspect fled in a motor vehicle and was not located. The suspect’s vehicle was recovered, but the suspect still could not be located. The investigation is ongoing.
RAMSEY COUNTY SHERIFF’S REPORTS
The Ramsey County Sheriff’s Office reported the following selected incidents in Vadnais Heights and White Bear Township:
Vadnais Heights
• A laptop computer was reported stolen July 29 after a vehicle parked outside its residence in the 400 block of Jay Way was broken into.
• An Oakdale man, 21, was cited July 29 after he was seen by store employees in the 900 block of County Road E stealing several pairs of sneakers. He managed to escape the store without being caught, but was located nearby by officers of another agency.
• A Forest Lake man, 64, was arrested at 2:21 a.m. July 30 in the 3900 block of Labore Road after deputies responded to a burglary report. His accomplice was not apprehended, after the two suspects fled on foot.
• A Hugo man reported his truck shot up with a BB gun on July 30 while he was traveling in the 1400 block of Buerkle Road.
Suspicious goats reported for grazing on a property in the 4300 block of Greenhaven Circle on July 31 turned out to be goats contracted out by the property owners fulfilling their intended purpose of clearing overgrown vegetation from the area.
• Deputies on July 31 issued trespass notices to four people who became disorderly while being evicted from a storage unit in the 3200 block of Highway 61 in which they were discovered to have been sleeping. One of the subjects was also arrested on warrant.
• An elderly woman on July 31 reported that a well-dressed man approached her in the Walmart parking lot and offered to fix an alleged leak in her tire, only to steal her purse and immediately use her credit cards at a jewelry store.
• A suspicious male dressed in military gear and carrying a long gun reported Aug. 2 in the 400 block of Spring Hill Road turned out to be a juvenile carrying an air soft gun.
• Management of the Subway sandwich shop in the 1600 block of County Road E reported that a man entered the restaurant Aug. 2 and stole a cash register full of money.
• A Brooklyn Park man, 36, was arrested for DWI at 3:25 a.m. Aug. 3 at the intersection of I-694 and Labore Road, after he was allegedly involved in a hit and run accident.
White Bear Township
• A kayak was reported stolen July 29 from a dock at Bald Eagle Lake in the 5300 block of Bald Eagle Blvd.
• A resident in the 5200 block of Bald Eagle Blvd. on Aug. 2 reported that someone blackmailed him into paying more than $2,000 during an online chat.
• A man reported that someone had stolen a fish-finding device from his boat while it was docked on Bald Eagle Lake on Aug. 5.
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CELL PHONES: School districts re-examine policies
marks the first time this plan will be rolled out and could be changed if necessary.
At Mariner Middle School, cell phones will be entirely prohibited throughout the day. “Students have Chromebooks that they can use to access information on the Internet while in school,” said Principal Christina Pierre. “There’s no reason to have a cell phone.”
At Mahtomedi High School, Principal Justin Hahn said he and the rest of the school are working on a new policy to be enacted before the deadline. The school’s current policy involves phone caddies in each classroom for students to drop their phones off; each teacher then determines how cell phones may be used in their rooms. Students are still allowed to have their phones in between classes and at lunch. This policy is a sharp contrast to the one at Mahtomedi Middle School, which involves a complete
ban on all cell phone use from the start of school until the end of the day. Hahn did not elaborate on what the new policy would look like or how it would contrast with the current one.
Centennial High School has a different approach. This includes a “Green” and “Red Zone” policy; Green Zones refer to times and locations where students can use their phones freely. Green Zones include before and after school, the cafeteria, passing time and when a teacher gives a student permission to use their phone. Red Zones include locker rooms, classrooms during class time, testing centers or when a teacher asks a student to put their phone away. High School Principal Tom Bruenning said that the state bill did not affect this plan, as it has been in place for the past two years.
While students can bring their phones to Centennial Middle School, they must keep them in their lockers until the end of the day. Additionally, students are
not allowed to bring their phones with them to lunch. According to Principal Robert Stevens, the current policy, which has been in place for three years, differs from the previous policy. While students were allowed to bring their phones to lunch beforehand, school meetings between different groups prompted the change.
“We had assistant teachers, lunchroom monitors, parents and administrators all coming together,” said Stevens. “They all said, ‘We’re behind you. We don’t want the phones to be distracting during the day.’ I can’t even tell you how many emails we received in support of students leaving their phones in their lockers instead of, for example, bringing them to the lunchroom.”
Erik Suchy is a staff writer at Press Publications. To reach him, please contact him at 651-407-1229 or email him at whitebearnews@ presspubs.com.
WHITE BEAR LAKE POLICE REPORTS
Scholarship recipient pays it forward
Growing up in the backseat of his dad Dan’s vintage Cub, Tommy Hammonds of Vadnais Heights has a love for aviation. His grandfather is a pilot too, so you could say it’s in his blood. That passion led him to a vocation as an A&P mechanic, which stands for Airframe and Power Plant. There’s a huge demand for A&Ps in the aircraft industry, Hammonds said, and he had no problem finding a job after graduating from a twoyear program at the Minneapolis Community and Technical College. Hammonds, 24, was this year’s recipient of a scholarship
from Benson Airport’s EAA (Experimental Aircraft Association) chapter 745. Chapter members award scholarship money to young people interested in flying as a way to “promote the future of aviation,” noted President Dave Roster. “It’s all about that,” he said. “The industry really needs people who become A&Ps to fill holes in the infrastructure.”
Unlike most of his classmates, Hammonds choose the general aviation route after graduating, taking a job as an aircraft and maintenance technician for Lake Elmo
Aero. He also volunteers at Fleming Field in South St. Paul for the nonprofit Commemorative Air Force (CAF), working as a mechanic and crew chief on WWII airplanes. Hammonds was recently certified to serve as a flight engineer on “Miss Mitchell”, a WWII B-25 bomber owned by the CAF. The job entails getting the aircraft ready for flight and serving as a “third set of eyes” in the cockpit. He’s also working on a rare L-5 Stinson, a reconnaissance plane used in WWII for medevac and scouting missions.
Aviation mechanic Tommy Hammonds displays a scholarship check awarded by Benson Airport’s EAA chapter at EAA AirVenture in Oshkosh last month. He’s a volunteer flight engineer for the WWII B-25 bomber, nicknamed “Miss Mitchell”. CONTRIBUTED
PUBLIC NOTICES • PUBLIC NOTICES • PUBLIC NOTICES
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:
4 Deuces Saloon
2. The street address of the principal place of business is or will be:
2222 4th Street
White Bear Lake, MN 55110
3. The name and street address of all persons conducting business under the above Assumed Name, including any corporation that may be conducting this business.
The Alchemist, Inc.
2222 4th Street
White Bear Lake, MN 55110
I certify that I am authorized to sign this certificate and I further certify that I understand that by signing this certificate, I am subject to the penalties of perjury as set forth in section 609.48 as if I had signed this certificate under oath.
Dated: May 7, 2024
Signed: Terry Kellerman, President Published two times in the White Bear Press on September 4 and 11, 2024.
OFFICE OF THE MINNESOTA SECRETARY OF STATE CERTIFICATE OF ASSUMED NAME
Pursuant to Chapter 333, Minnesota Statutes; the undersigned, who is or will be conducting or transacting a commercial business in the State of Minnesota under an assumed name, hereby certifies:
1. The assumed name under which the business is or will be conducted is:
ELAINE IOLA VILLELA
2. The street address of the principal place of business is or will be:
601 Carrol Avenue Lufkin TX [75904] USA
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.
Elaine Iola Villela
601 Carrol Avenue Lufkin tx [75904] USA
Elaine- Iola :Villela
601 Carrol Avenue Lufkin tx [75904] USA
Elaine -Iola Villela: Beneficiary
601 Carrol Avenue Lufkin tx [75904] USA
:Elaine -Iola :Villela; Statutory Agent
601 Carrol Avenue Lufkin tx [75904] USA
Villela, Elaine Iola
601 Carrol Avenue Lufkin tx [75904] USA
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: February 1, 2024
Signed: Elaine Iola Villela
Published two times in the White Bear Press on September 4 and 11, 2024.
BROWN’S CREEK WATERSHED DISTRICT
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that on Wednesday, September 11, 2024, at 6:00 p.m., the Brown’s Creek Watershed District (BCWD) Board of Managers will hold a public hearing to receive comments on the District’s proposed 2025 Budget and Levy. The District’s proposed total budget for 2025 is $2,088,911 including grants, fees and levy funding sources. The proposed tax levy is $228,889 for the General Fund and $978,642 for the Management Plan Project Fund for a total proposed levy of $1,207,531, which is 2.3% increase from 2024. The public hearing will be held at Family Means, 1875 Northwestern Ave, Stillwater, Minnesota.
Chuck LeRoux, Secretary, Browns Creek Watershed District
Published two times in the White Bear Press on September 4 and 11, 2024.
CITY OF MAHTOMEDI
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ON PROPOSED ASSESSMENT
Notice is hereby given that the City Council of Mahtomedi, Minnesota, will hold a public hearing at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, September 17, 2024, to consider, pass upon, adopt and levy the proposed special assessments for delinquent utility accounts. The proposed assessment roll is on file for public inspection at the City Clerk’s office. The total amount of the proposed assessment is $178,714.87. Those persons having an interest in said hearing are encouraged to attend the meeting.
Scott Neilson, City Administrator
Published one time in the White Bear Press on September 4, 2024.
CITY OF WHITE BEAR LAKE
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
Notice is hereby given that pursuant to MN Statute Chapter 103B, the Birch Lake Improvement District requests the White Bear Lake City Council to conduct a public hearing for a proposal to assess a service charge for 2025 operations to owners of property abutting Birch Lake within the City of White Bear Lake. The service charge will fund certain improvements or actions intended to improve the quality of Birch Lake. The total proposed service charge for calendar year 2025 for all properties within the district is $23,355. Said total, if approved, will be divided equally among the total number of assessable parcels, which results in a $376.70 service charge per parcel. The Birch Lake Improvement District has submitted this amount to the City for assessment to individual properties. If you have questions or concerns regarding the purpose or use of the funds, those concerns need to be addressed to the Birch Lake Improvement Board Chairperson Steve Laliberte by e-mail at steve.laliberte@iproduction.com.
The public hearing is scheduled for Tuesday, September 24, 2024, beginning at 7:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers located at 4701 Highway 61 and shall continue until all interested parties have been heard. Questions regarding the hearing of the proposed levy may be directed to Kerri Kindsvater, Finance Director, 4701 Highway 61 N., 651-429-8517. Written comments received prior to the hearing shall be read at the hearing. For further
information on the public hearing process, please visit the City’s website at www.whitebearlake.org/Engineering.
Published one time in the White Bear Press on September 4, 2024.
CITY OF WHITE BEAR LAKE
A RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING THE TITLE AND SUMMARY APPROVAL OF ORDINANCE NO. 24-08-2074
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE WHITE BEAR LAKE ZONING CODE AT SECTION 1303.160, “B-5, CENTRAL BUSINESS DISTRICT” AS IT RELATES TO OFF-SALE LIQUOR
WHEREAS, the City of White Bear Lake City Council may, pursuant to Ordinance No. 83-6-666, adopt a title and summary of a proposed ordinance to be published in lieu of lengthy entire ordinances, and WHEREAS, in addition to adopting a title and ordinance summary, the Council shall direct the City Clerk to:
1. Publish the approved summary language once in the City’s official newspaper;
2. Have available for inspection during regular office hours a copy of the entire Ordinance;
3. Place a copy of the entire Ordinance at the White Bear Lake Branch of the Ramsey County Public Library;
4. Obtain an affidavit of publication of the title and summary from the official newspaper and place it in the City’s ordinance book together with the Ordinance and a copy of this Resolution;
5. Post the Ordinance on the City’s website.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the City of White Bear Lake City Council hereby adopts the aforementioned title and summary for approved Ordinance No. 24-08-2074 as listed below:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE CITY OF WHITE BEAR LAKE ZONING CODE AT SECTION 1303.160, “B-5, CENTRAL BUSINESS DISTRICT” AS IT RELATES TO OFF-SALE LIQUOR
In summary, the ordinance amends Section 1303.160, the B-5 Central Business District as it related to Off-Sale Liquor uses. The ordinance establishes Off-Sale Liquor as a permitted use, subject to certain conditions, in the B-5, Central Business District.
FURTHER, BE IT RESOLVED, that the City of White Bear Lake City Council hereby directs the City Clerk to provide the inspection and publication requirements as listed above.
The foregoing resolution, offered by Councilmember Walsh and supported by Councilmember Hughes, was carried unanimously on August 27, 2024. Dan Louismet, Mayor
ATTEST: Caley Longendyke, City Clerk
Published one time in the White Bear Press on September 4, 2024. INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 832
MAHTOMEDI, MN 55115
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES JULY 8, 2024
A Regular Meeting of the Board of Education of Mahtomedi Public Schools was held July 8, 2024, beginning at 7:00 PM.- CALL TO ORDER- Meeting was called to order by Chair Stacey Stout at 7:00 p.m. ROLL CALL OF ATTENDANCE- Present: Ryan Domin; Paul Donna; Lucy Payne; Jenny Peterson; Kelly Reagan; and Stacey Stout. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA- Peterson motioned; Donna seconded. Stout amended the agenda to add the Superintendent report and to add closed session after #9 and Duffrin asked for Action C. to discussion item B. Peterson motioned; Donna seconded the amended agenda. Payne discussed to move the Superintendent evaluation first on the agenda. Carried 5-1. Motion Carried. Underlying amended agenda. Carried 6-0. The agenda passed as amended. ACTION ITEMS – A.) Approval of Donations/Grants from June 2024 Totaling
$20,086.20 Reagan motioned, Domin seconded; Approval of donations for June 2024 Totaling
$20,086.20. B.) Approval of the 2024-2025 Resolution for Membership in the Minnesota State High School League - Superintendent Duffrin explained that the Resolution for Membership to the MSHSL was on approval for the last meeting and was tabled due to board members’ questions regarding the membership. Duffrin and School Board Chair Stacey Stout, Treasurer Paul Donna and School Board Director Ryan Domin did have a call today with Executive Director Erich Martens regarding the MSHSL membership. Domin motioned, Donna seconded; Approval of the 2024-2025 Resolution for Membership in the Minnesota State High School League. Carried 6-0. C.) Approval of Cost Share and Access Agreement Cost Share and Access agreement was moved to Discussion B. D.) Approval of Policies – Final Reading Superintendent Duffrin asked for approval of policies updated due to legislative updates and policies under annual review. These policies have been through two readings and now are at the final reading. Treasure Donna asked that Policy 509 Part 4 Basis for Decisions Part B to clarify that we use the word “per” Minnesota Statue 124D.03. Duffrin asked for approval of all policies included the word addition to Policy 509. Peterson motioned; Reagan seconded; Approval of Policies. Carried 6-0. 1. Policies Changes due to Legislative Changes a. Policy 509 –Enrollment of Nonresident Students b. Policy 516 – Student Medications 1. Policy 516 – Appendix A- Naloxone 2. Policy 516 – Appendix B Mahtomedi Public School Epinephrine Procedure 3. Policy 516 – Appendix C – Controlled Substances Form c. Policy 534 – School Meals Policy 2. Annual Review of Policies a. Policy 722 – Public Data Request. E.) Approval of Resolution Relating to the Election of School Board Members and Calling the School District General Election. Reagan motioned; Peterson seconded; Approval of Resolution Relating to the Election of School Board Members and Calling the School District Election. Carried 6-0. ADJOURNMENT - Domin motioned, Peterson seconded; adjournment. Carried 6-0. Meeting adjourned at 8:10 p.m.
Submitted by Kelly Reagan, Clerk. A full version of the minutes are available at www.mahtomedi.k12.mn.us. Published one time in the White Bear Press on September 4, 2024.
INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 832 MAHTOMEDI, MN 55115
STUDY SESSION MINUTES JULY 8, 2024
A Study Session of the Board of Education of Mahtomedi Public Schools was held July 8, 2024, beginning at 5:00 PM.- CALL TO ORDER- Meeting was called to order by Chair Stacey Stout at 5:00 p.m. ROLL CALL OF ATTENDANCE- Present: Present: Ryan Domin; Paul Donna; Lucy Payne; Jenny Peterson; Kelly Reagan and Stacey Stout. Also present: Barb Duffrin, Superintendent; Tim Erickson, Director of Business Services; Alice Seuffert, Director of Communications; Leslie Lovas, Executive Assistant to Superintendent & School Board. APPROVAL OF AGENDA - Reagan motioned, Domin seconded; Approval of Agenda. Carried 6-0. Carried 4-0. DISCUSSION/INFORMA-
TION ITEMS – A.) A. Facilities Discussion - Superintendent Barb Duffrin gave the School Board an update from the June 10, 2024 Special meeting where the School Board had worked on a guiding change document for the facilities project. Duffrin asked the School Board to review the document and have a conversation regarding the content. Duffrin would like to go back to Wold Architects with updated ideas for Phase 1 and Phase 2 of the facilities project. Duffrin did advise the board that there are timelines to consider and asked what else they would like to add or comment on. Suggestions added were: Parameters including commitment to sustained excellence in academics, activities, arts and athletics; athletic improvements for fans and athletes, being future focused and flexible and including both academics and co-curricular improvements over multiple phases. Under the Results, long-term facilities and improvement plan to include multiple phases to address infrastructure, including HVAC. The word “band-aid” was removed. In regards to referendum, Tim Erickson, Director of Business Service, shared some financial insight regarding a Spring Referendum as a Capital projects and how it could help with some of the financing but would not 1. B.) School Board Goals- Superintendent Duffrin gave the school board examples of past school board goals to help with creating new goals this year. Chair Stacey Stout said that goals should help the school board focus more on-board work and less focused on administrative work and be more aligned with board responsibilities. Stout added that the school board should look at these and they will come back at the end of August or September to talk more in depth about the School Board goals. ADJOURNMENT - Donna motioned; Peterson seconded; Adjournment. Carried 6-0. Meeting adjourned at 6:30 p.m. Submitted by Kelly Reagan, Clerk. A full version of the minutes are available at www.mahtomedi. k12.mn.us.
Published one time in the White Bear Press on September 4, 2024.
INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 832 MAHTOMEDI, MN 55115
STUDY SESSIONMINUTES AUGUST 12, 2024
A Study Session of the Board of Education of Mahtomedi Public Schools was held August 12, 2024, beginning at 5:30 PM.- CALL TO ORDERMeeting was called to order by Chair Stacey Stout 5:31 p.m. ROLL CALL OF ATTENDANCE- Present: Ryan Domin, Lucy Payne, Kelly Reagan and Stacey Stout. Absent: Paul Donna and Jenny Peterson. Also present: Barb Duffrin, Superintendent; Alice Seuffert, Director of Communications; Aaron Forsythe, Director of Athletics & Activities; Paul Apilkowski, Wold Architects & Engineers; Leslie Lovas, Executive Assistant to Superintendent & School Board. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA- Domin motioned, Reagan seconded; Approval of Agenda. Carried 4-0. DISCUSSION/INFORMATION ITEMS – A.) Facilities Discussion - Superintendent Barb Duffrin continued the discussion on the continuing needs of the facilities project. Duffrin overviewed current voter-approved measures and outcomes, including the Operating Tiered levy from November 6, 2018, and the Capital Projects Levy approved on November 2, 2021. Duffrin then spoke on the Budget considerations, and the earliest they could ask for an operating increase would be November 2025. Duffrin spoke on how inflation has impacted the district, including the rise in health insurance at 20% and school bus transportation at 25%. Partially funded mandates like the READ Act and Unemployment insurance has also put demand on limited funds. Duffrin also noted that with the next tier adjustment in 2025, Mahtomedi will remain below the metro average in voter-approved operating referendums. Duffrin than spoke about different facilities request, including a Phase 1 option for Safety and Security, which would be a $20-30 million request and then Phase 2, where they would ask voters to consider facilities requests in 2029; where it would lessen the tax impact on the community since the Wildwood Elementary bond would end. Duffrin then spoke on how independent fundraising with donors around the community would lessen the tax impact. Paul Apilkowski, from Wold Architects and Engineers, then spoke about the Long-Range master plan. Duffrin then went through a timeline of the process, including a School Board Overview, Stakeholder engagement, and community survey, and then going for a formal election process in the Spring of 2025 – November 2025. Duffrin advised the board that decisions will not be made tonight, but they will begin stakeholder engagement and proceed with the proposed timeline. Duffrin will make sure the school board will have updates regularly. School Board concerns included inflation and asking too much at one time. B.) School Board Goals - School Board Chair Stacey Stout gave the School Board a draft of measurable outcomes. The goals included Community Engagements around district needs, including attending more community meetings and being able to partner with these groups. Continuing Dessert and Dialogue, Coffee and Conversations ensure opportunities for stakeholders to engage. Advocacy on behalf of the district through legislative partnerships and supporting proactive budgets. District Engagement through board learning walks is another goal, where the school board would make regular visits to schools and programs. Board Development would be the final goal, which includes MSBA training, training with the board attorney, committee work, and meeting preparation. C.) Superintendent Goals - Superintendent Duffrin spoke on her goals where she took certain parts of last year’s goals and added more context of what was completed and what is ongoing. Duffrin spoke on Agency, and adding more detail to instructional learning and AVID continual learning. Duffrin spoke on Trust and Partnership, with a lot the work will be on the budget and facilities work; and being transparent with the public. Metrics included the work on Profile of a Graduate and the continuation of the Board Learning walks. Duffrin added at the next meeting she will vote on goals at the next meeting. ADJOURNMENT - Reagan motioned, Domin seconded; meeting adjourned. Carried 5-0. Meeting adjourned at 7:05 p.m. Submitted by Kelly Reagan, Clerk. A full version of the minutes are available at www.mahtomedi.k12.mn.us. Published one time in the White Bear Press on September 4, 2024. US STORAGE CENTERS – WHITE BEAR NOTICE OF SELF STORAGE SALE Please take notice US Storage Centers – White Bear located at 1828 Buerkle Road White Bear, MN 55110 intends to hold an auction of storage units in default of payment. The sale will occur as an online auction via www. storagetreasures.com on 9/18/2024 at 10:00 AM. Unless stated otherwise the description of the contents are
SPORTS PREVIEWS FALL 2024
BEARS // WHITE BEAR LAKE CROSS COUNTRY // BOYS
White Bear Lake returns most of the lineup that placed sixth at the state meet, second in Section 4AAA and third in the power-packed Suburban East.
“Our goal is always to make it to state,” said coach Dan Kovacich, 22-year coach who’s taken 14 teams to the big show. “We will have perennial powerhouse Stillwater, Two Rivers, East Ridge and Woodbury in our way. It all comes down to how healthy we are at the end of the season.”
Three all-SEC runners are back: senior Vaugh Larson (9th in the SEC), senior Isaac Kolstad (14th) and junior Max Popp (18th). Larson was sixth in the section and 27th at state. Other lettermen back are seniors Andrew Klier, Gavin Gerst and David Shervheim; juniors Noah Blaisdell, Cooper Hoel, and Joey Wolfe; and sophomore Graham Newlander.
“We are an older team, hard-working, and will be extremely competitive,” said Kovacich. His top four is set with Kolstad, Larson, Popp and Newlander while the other lettermen are in the mix for the 5-6-7 slots along with juniors Joe Rogers, Alex Cantwell and Owen Otto.
White Bear Lake returns most of the lineup from a team that placed fourth in the conference and third in the section last year. “We have some athletes who have been training hard and shown a lot of promise,” coach Audrey Kirschling said. “We have a lot of momentum going into this season that we didn’t have last year, as it was my first season as a head coach.”
Top runners back are sophomore Clara Kolstad (18th in the SEC), senior Amelia Nachtsheim (22nd), and freshmen Logan Bailey (27th). Bailey was seventh and Nachtscheim 13th in Section 4AAA. Other letter winners are seniors Naomi Rediger and Tessa Walton and juniors Irene Bakken and Brynn Heinsohn.
Kirschling said she’s working on an encouraging team atmosphere and “fostering an environment of hard work and mental toughness.” Cocaptains are Nachtsheim, Rediger, and Walton who “all embody the work ethic and personalities” to be leaders.
SCHEDULE
Friday, Aug. 30: at Rosemount
Saturday, Sep. 14: at Eden Prairie
Friday, Sep. 20: Griak Invitational at Falcon Heights
Saturday, Oct. 5: at Alexandria
Thursday, Oct 15: Conference at Forest Lake
placed sixth in the section in 2023. “I’m very excited for this season. We set high goals last season and surpassed them,” said Bears coach Tia Walters. “We have a strong crew of swimmers and divers who are geared up and ready to perform.”
Swimmers who earned points in the section are freshman Charlotte McIntyre (sixth in butterfly,13th in individual medley); senior Lily Jenkins (10th in 100 free and 11th in the 50); and junior Addie Johnson, sophomore Audrey Borofka and freshman Brigid McVeigh in relays.
Leaders are McIntyre and McVeigh in butterly and IM, Jenkins and sophomore Madison Hanscom in sprints, Borofka and eighth-grader Eva Hoefer in distance, and senior Elise Wiener and sophomore Sophie Collins in backstroke. Up and coming are freshman Chloe Utzka (ninth grade), Anna
Miller (eighth) and Corinne Danielson (seventh). Meanwhile, diving coach Annette Crews is grooming two freshmen and two eighth-graders.
SCHEDULE
Thursday, Sep. 5: at East Ridge
Thursday, Sep. 12: at Roseville Area
Saturday, Sep. 14: at Tartan
Thursday, Sep. 19: at Woodbury
Thursday, Sep. 26: Forest Lake
Saturday, Sep. 28: at Univ. of Minnesota
Thursday, Oct. 3: Stillwater
Thursday, Oct. 10: Irondale
Tuesday, Oct. 15: Mounds View
After five allconference players from last year’s 3-6 team graduated, new leaders must emerge. Coach Ryan Bartlett’s early assessment of this year’s group is “strong and tough. The kids like to be physical and they worked extremely hard in the weight room.”
Back at quarterback is junior Tomi Animasaun, who took over at mid-season and completed 44 of 87 passes for 595 yards (three touchdowns, one interception). Sophomore Wyatt Stachowiak is also getting a look. “Wyatt has been excellent. Tomi obviously had a good year last year, and a good track season, too, so we feel good about both of them,” said Bartlett, who’s also offensive coordinator.
Other starters back are Malike Doumbia (free safety), Cam Oxton (center), Porter Cleary (running back), Matt Hunter (line), Matt Anderson (left tackle), and linebackers Levi Arvig, Charlie Woodcock, and Tyreese Behnken.
Ball-carriers at the outset are Cleary and Nate Tvedt, the coach said. At receiver, Easton Miles, Ben Lockwood, Rithy Sain, Teegan Bartok, Korey Raheem and Andrew Kolenich are in the mix. Leading the offensive line are Anderson, Oxton, Connor Holte, and Hunter with five others competing for spots. The defensive unit is coordinated by Dustin Holman. Max Del Forge and Jerold Wright are leading the line group with four others competing for spots. The returning linebacker trio is backed by four others getting looks. Doumbia spearheads the defensive backfield with a half-dozen others competing for spots. Ernie Goodwin will be the kicker and punter, with Lockwood holding.
New starters are coming up from a 4-3 junior varsity and a 3-5 sophomore team.
SCHEDULE
Thursday, Aug. 29: Minnetonka
Thursday, Sep. 5: at Mounds View
Friday, Sep. 13: Woodbury
Friday, Sep. 20: Forest Lake
Friday, Sep. 27: at East Ridge
Friday, Oct. 4: at Stillwater
Friday, Oct. 11: Roseville Area
Thursday, Oct. 17: at Osseo
BEARS // WHITE BEAR LAKE FOOTBALL
Striving for a bright future is a squad of mostly grade 7-8-9 athletes among 36 members. The Bears were 2-7 in duals and
SPORTS PREVIEWS FALL 2024
BEARS
New coach Taelynn Gittins takes over a squad that was solid defensively but scored only nine goals in a 1-7-5 season.
“The goal is to encourage the love of soccer in White Bear Lake while being competitive,” Gittins said. “Overall, the goal is to build a strong program that can compete at the highest level, but also create a fun, safe environment for all kids to feel growth on and off the field.”
Returning lettermen are seniors Nate Asiedu-Mensah (defender) and Colby Peterson (defense); juniors Gionni Pescosolido (mid) and Ben Watson (mid); and sophomores Owen Schachtner (mid) and Noah Watson (defender). The goalies will be senior Thomas Orsello and junior Cooper Feirn.
Also suiting up will be Parker Anderl, Caleb Cran, Gavin Huot, Roman Kurynytskyi, Asiedu-Mensah, Rafa Bastdia-Rickmyer, Oliver Carlsson, Demand Green, Ben Muller, Cyrus Ludwig, Ryan Sturm and Ben Eaton.
Thursday, Sep. 5: Irondale
Saturday, Sep. 7: North St. Paul
Tuesday, Sep. 10: at Mounds View
Thursday, Sep. 12: Roseville Area
Saturday, Sep. 14: Simley
Tuesday, Sep. 17: at East Ridge
Thursday, Sep. 19: Park, Cottage Grove
Tuesday, Sep. 24: Woodbury
Thursday, Sep. 26: at Forest Lake
Tuesday, Oct. 1: at CretinDerham Hall
Saturday, Oct. 5: at Minnetonka
Top returning players for Bears are junior libero Kailey Gieske, MVP with a teamleading 327 digs, and senior middle blocker Ella Stadtherr, who made 153 kills. Another returning starter is senior Brady Keeling (outside hitter). The Bears were 2-7 in conference and 12-17 overall last year,
“I would like to use the momentum we had at the end of last season,” coach Mackenzie Leverty said, “to continue to build our program, focusing on defense, as that is one of our strengths. Continue to push further into sections and making a run to the state tournament.”
Other letter winners back are seniors Mallory Moore (setter) and Larissa Komare (middle blocker) and juniors Maddie Pearson (defensive specialist) and Reagan Farmer (outside hitter). Ready to earn playing time are juniors Brooklyn Gysbers (outside hitter), Ariana Jacksie (middle blocker), Gianna Caruso (defensive specialist).
SCHEDULE
Ella Stadtherr
Thursday, Sep. 5: St. Paul Central
Thursday, Sep. 12: East Ridge
Monday, Sep. 16: at Nova
Classical
Tuesday, Sep. 17: at Park, Cottage Grove
Monday, Sep. 23: at Woodbury
Wednesday, Sep. 25: Roseville Area
Tuesday, Oct. 1: at Mounds View
Thursday, Oct. 3: CretinDerham Hall
Tuesday, Oct. 8: at Irondale
Thursday, Oct. 10: Stillwater Monday, Oct. 14: at Forest Lake
BEARS // WHITE BEAR LAKE SOCCER // GIRLS
White Bear Lake is poised for another strong season after reaching the state tournament last year and placing second in the conference. The Bears were 14-4 overall (losing in the first round at state) and 8-1 in the SEC. David Ashley and John Dierkhising are the co-coaches for the 13th season.
“Even though we graduated nine seniors, we are excited about the squad this year,” Dierkhising said. “We are the only team in the state returning three all-state players, and we are excited about a number of younger players that look to be ready to step into some open roles.”
The all-staters are forward Jenna Maloy (18 goals last year, 45 in her career), midfield Becca Smith (14 goals, 16 assists last year) and defender Abby O’Brien, all seniors.
Other returning letter winners are seniors Navaya McCorckle (defender), Alyssa Hamlin (forward), Giada Marino (mid), and Hannah Gilbertson (mid); juniors Madeline Thompson (mid), Teagan Coopet (forward), Marin Peterson (defender), and Chloe Tocko (goalie); and sophomores Ellyse Oelker (mid) and Kelsey Wolfe (forward). Dierkhising said that Thompson and Peterson will anchor the back line while sophs Oelker and Vanessa Fyksen could have breakout years.
SCHEDULE
Thursday, Aug. 22: Centennial
Saturday, Aug. 24: at Champlin Park
Tuesday, Aug. 27: Mahtomedi
Wednesday, Aug. 28: Eagan
Tuesday, Sep. 3: Andover
Thursday, Sep. 5: Irondale
Saturday, Sep. 7: at Edina
Tuesday, Sep. 10: at Mounds View
Thursday, Sep. 12: Roseville Area
Tuesday, Sep. 17: at East Ridge
Thursday, Sep. 19: Park, Cottage Grove
Tuesday, Sep. 24: Woodbury
Thursday, Sep. 26: at Forest Lake
Tuesday, Oct. 1: at Cretin-Derham Hall
Saturday, Oct. 5: at Minnetonka
Go Bears!
White Bear Lake is fielding a veteran lineup headed by Talia Domschot and Ellia Groneberg in their second year as co-captains. The Bears were 8-12 overall and 4-5 in the SEC last year.
“We have Tally and Ellia back for their sixth year of tennis leading our team, and everyone else has a lot of varsity experience,” coach Marla Menne said. “Our goal is to make the team section final.”
Others who were full- or part-time starters back are seniors Elara Kruse, Maddy Belisle, and Isabella St. John, and juniors Josie Guidinger, Sophie Meiner and Mallory Peltier. Domschot was 12-11 at 1-2 singles and Kruse 15-6 at 2-3 singles.
Challenging for spots will be senior Addy Post, junior Chloe Theissen, and eighth-graders Lisa Gritzmacher and Whitney Green. “We have some great young players coming up with a lot of grit and determination, along with some very athletic multisport players,” Menne observed.
SCHEDULE
Wednesday, Sep. 4: Centennial
Thursday, Sep. 5: at Woodbury
Tuesday, Sep. 10: Forest Lake
Wednesday, Sep. 11: Mahtomedi
Thursday, Sep. 12: at East Ridge
Tuesday, Sep. 17: Irondale
Thursday, Sep, 19: at Roseville Area
Tuesday, Sep. 24: at Stillwater
Thursday, Sep. 26: Cretin-Derham Hall
Black
Bear sailing club reports end-of-season standings
The summer racing season for the Black Bear Yacht Racing Association has finished. Here are the scores:
Saturday Series 1:
1st place in Capri 22 division is WaterDog, owned by Steve Bergeson 1st place in PHRF division is License 2 Chill, owned by Eric Hegland
Saturday Series 2:
1st place Capri 22 is Echo Too, owned by Lisa Klopp 1st place PHRF is License 2 Chill
Tuesday Series 1:
1st place Capri 22 is Lucky Duck, owned by Craig and Gloria Drake 1st place PHRF is License 2 Chill
Tuesday Series 2:
1st place Capri 22 is Hausboat, owned by Craig and Peggy Witthaus 1st place PHRF is License 2 Chill
The racing season is not yet over. The BBYRA will race on White Bear Lake every Tuesday at 5:30 p.m. and every Saturday at noon through the month of September. Contributed, Ann Wolfe, BBYRA
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A REVOCABLE TRUST, also known as a living trust, offers several benefits for individuals and families. Here are some of the key advantages of creating a revocable trust:
1. Avoiding Probate: One of the primary benefits of a revocable trust is that it allows assets to bypass the probate process upon the grantor’s death. Probate can be time-consuming, expensive, and public, but a revocable trust allows for a smoother and more private transfer of assets to beneficiaries.
2. Privacy: Unlike a will, which becomes a public document when it goes through probate, the details of a revocable trust remain private. This confidentiality can be important for those who value their privacy or have sensitive financial matters.
3. Managing Assets During Incapacity: A revocable trust can provide for the management and distribution of assets in the event the grantor becomes incapacitated. This can be especially valuable in situations where the grantor wants to ensure the seamless management of their assets without the need for a court-appointed guardian.
4. Flexibility and Control: The grantor maintains full control over the assets placed in the trust and can make changes or revoke the trust entirely as long as they are mentally competent. This flexibility allows for adjustments to the trust’s terms as circumstances change.
5. Avoiding Ancillary Probate: If you own real estate or assets in multiple states, a revocable trust can help you avoid ancillary probate, which is the process of probating assets in each state where they are located. This can save time and reduce legal fees.
6. Faster Distribution: Assets held in a revocable trust can be distributed to beneficiaries more quickly than assets going through the probate process, which can take months or even years.
7. Potential Tax Benefits: While revocable trusts do not provide direct tax benefits for estate tax purposes (since the assets are still considered part of the grantor’s estate), they can be structured to include tax planning provisions that may benefit beneficiaries.
8. Avoiding Will Challenges: Revocable trusts are less likely to be challenged by disgruntled heirs or creditors compared to wills, as they are generally more difficult to contest successfully.
9. Continuity of Management: A revocable trust can ensure that there is a seamless transition of asset management and distribution to a successor trustee upon the grantor’s death or incapacity, avoiding potential disruption or conflicts.
10. Peace of Mind: Knowing that your assets are organized and your wishes are documented can provide peace of mind, both for you and your loved ones.
It’s important to note that revocable trusts may not be necessary or suitable for everyone. The decision to create a revocable trust should be based on individual circumstances, including the size and complexity of your estate, your goals, and your personal preferences. Consulting with an attorney experienced in estate planning can help you determine whether a revocable trust is the right tool for your needs.
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Tips to prevent pickleball injuries
Pickleball has inspired millions of devotees. According to the Association of Pickleball Professionals, roughly 36 million individuals played pickleball in 2022, and 45% of players who participated in a YouGov study conducted between August 2021 and August 2022 indicated they planned to play more pickleball in the coming six months than they had in the previous six months. Pickleball is thriving, and that’s great news for
those who love the game. Unfortunately, pickleball also has proven beneficial to orthopedic practices. A 2023 analysis from UBS estimated pickleball injuries could cost Americans nearly $400 million in 2023. Seniors are especially vulnerable to pickleball injuries, as a 2021 study published in the journal Injury Epidemiology found that 86% of emergency room visits related to pickleball injuries affected individuals 60 and older.
Outfit your golf cart with must-have accessories
Golf carts are not necessarily reserved for those hitting the links. While it’s true that a cart makes it easier for golfers to make their way around a course, golf carts are quite popular in and around many residential neighborhoods as well.
Global Market Insights says the golf cart market was valued at $2.5 billion in 2023, with an estimated growth of more than 7.5 % expected between 2024 and 2032. These carts are regularly utilized in residential communities, retirement villages, university campuses and even across campgrounds and small towns. Many homes in suburban communities, like those being built in Texas, Florida and Georgia, now boast additional, smaller garages designed specifically for golf carts. Designated golf cart parking has turned up in town centers and other retail locations around the country. As the popularity of golf carts surges and more people rely on them as a second vehicle, outfitting these carts with the right gear can help them stand out.
• Cover:
For those without the benefit of a special garage for the golf cart, a golf cart cover protects the vehicle against sun and weather damage. Look for a cover that is water-repellent.
• Cup holders: Whether it’s for a morning cup of coffee or an insulated water tumbler, cup holders are must-haves on the golf cart. Many cup holders attach easily to the rear accessory bar and elsewhere.
• Upgraded tires: Tires that come standard on most golf carts are not the most durable, says Matt’s Custom Golf Carts. Therefore, replacing the tires with ones designed to traverse the terrain you travel the most can be a wise investment.
• New lighting: Improve on visibility and style by customizing lighting accessories on the golf cart. Many golf carts are being used to get around
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town, so it pays to have brighter headlights to see roadways and increase your visibility to oncoming traffic and pedestrians.
• Anti-slip mats: These mats can help ensure passengers stay safe and secure when stepping in and out of the golf cart, particularly on rainy days. Custom floor mats are available so you can put even more style into your ride.
• Side mirrors: Improve on safety with the addition of side mirrors. Icon Electric Vehicles says most factory golf carts feature just one small, centermounted mirror to view the rear. While adequate for the golf course, it is not safe for the open
road. Add side mirrors to help elevate the safety factor.
• Tinted windshield: Some golf carts do not come with windshields. The addition of one, particularly a tinted version, can help reduce glare and protect against debris and bugs while driving.
• Rear flip seat kit: This kit increases the seating capacity of the golf cart. When not in use, the seat can be flipped down to carry cargo.
• Speakers: No ride is complete without music. Adding speakers to the golf cart can make the ride even more enjoyable. Bluetooth speakers may not require any special wiring and can work
immediately with your smartphone.
Golf carts are turning up outside of golf courses, making them a go-to second vehicle for people in various communities. Accessorizing a golf cart can improve the driving experience.
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Professionals change careers for many reasons. Some do in pursuit of a higher salary, while others seek a better balance between their personal and professional lives.
Career changes can renew a person’s passion for working, which can grow stale for individuals who have been doing the same job for years on end. Though there’s not necessarily a bad time to change careers, there are times when making such a transition carries more risk. Such is the case for individuals over 50.
Many individuals over 50 may not have the financial obligations they had when they were younger, as children may have grown up and moved out of the house. That can make changing careers after 50 more palatable. However, some individuals in their 50s may be hesitant to leave the security of an established career behind in favor of something new. Hesitancy about job prospects after 50 also can make some less likely to take the plunge into a new career.
Though hesitancy about a career change is understandable, a recent survey from the American Institute for Economic Research found that 82% of workers who responded to the survey were able to successfully transition to a new career after age 45. In addition, projections from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) estimated that labor force participation among individuals aged 65 and over would increase significantly by 2022, nearly doubling the rate of participation in 1990.
Those figures suggest that a midlife career change is not necessarily the same thing as a late-career career change. That should give professionals the confidence they need to successfully transition to a new career.
Individuals mulling a career change after 50 also can take these steps to make such a transition less risky.
• Pay down as much debt as possible. Financial freedom can be an ally for individuals 50 and over who want to change careers. Career changes often require a pay cut, so individuals who can pay off their mortgages, consumer debts and/or auto loans prior to making a career change may find the transition to a lower income goes more smoothly than it might if they’re still carrying such sizable financial commitments.
• Make plans to delay retirement. As BLS data indicates, individuals who want to delay retirement certainly won’t be alone. Delaying retirement affords individuals more time to save, and a financial advisor can help adults over 50 come up with a new retirement plan that reflects their willingness to work longer. Delaying retirement also means delaying withdrawals from retirement savings accounts, which can provide peace of mind against a loss of income resulting from a career change.
• Downsize your lifestyle. Even a post50 career change that will require a significant drop in income can be doable for professionals who downsize their lifestyles. Empty nesters can consider moving into a smaller home, while travelers can cut back on the number of trips they take each year. Cutbacks won’t necessarily be easy, but they can be worth it for individuals looking for new career challenges.
• Go back to school. Much like young people go to college before entering the professional arena, adults over 50 who want to change careers may need to go back to school to improve their career prospects. Remote learning and part-time schooling can make juggling a career and school more manageable.
A successful career change after 50 is entirely possible for individuals willing to make some sacrifices to be happier in their professional lives.
PICKLEBALL: Tips to staying healthy in the game
Injuries are a part of any sport, and pickleball is no different. Though there’s no foolproof method to guarantee pickleball players don’t get hurt playing the game they love, the following are some tips that can reduce injury risk.
The sporting goods experts at Dick’s Sporting Goods note that paddles should feature a light to medium weight, comfortable grip and a large sweet spot. The right paddle will be different for everyone, so novices are urged to speak to veteran players for advice on which paddle might be best for them.
• Embrace physical activity. Pickleball can be a great workout, and players can reduce their injury risk by embracing physical activity even when they are not playing. Leg exercises can help build lower body strength, but strength exercises that focus on the upper body also can
• Gear up. Pickleball is a competitive sport, but there’s a tendency among some players, particularly novices, to take a casual approach to the game. Veteran players may know better, but anyone new to the game should be sure to wear the appropriate gear when playing. Athletic shoes with ample traction can reduce the likelihood that players will slip or fall. The right racket can reduce risk for elbow injuries.
reduce injury risk.
• Loosen up before playing. Taking the court right after getting out of the car is a recipe for injury. Arrive five to 10 minutes before a game and use that time to loosen up.
A short walk and some subsequent stretches can help players make sure their bodies are not too tight to play. Some brief warm-up exercises and stretching can reduce muscle tension and make the body less vulnerable to injury.
• Hydrate before, during and after a game.
The experts at Johns Hopkins Medicine note that water cushions the joints, which helps athletes maintain their flexibility. Flexibility can
reduce injury risk, particularly in a sport like pickleball. The 2021 study published in Injury Epidemiology noted that 60% of pickleball injuries are sprains, strains or fractures. Remaining flexible
can reduce athletes’ risk for sprains and strains.
Johns Hopkins recommends adults consume between six and 12 ounces of water for every 20 minutes of sports play and to drink between 16 and 24
ounces afterward. Pickleball is wildly popular, even though pickleball injuries are common. Players can embrace various strategies to reduce their injury risk.
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How to organize a social club
The early stages of the COVID-19 pandemic taught the world many lessons, not the least of which was how easy it can be take socializing for granted. Lockdown was a big part of life during the early days of the pandemic, as people were forced to stay home from work and school and remain largely isolated, even from friends and family members.
The sense of isolation that many people developed during those early days of the pandemic likely didn’t come as a surprise to medical researchers, particularly those who have studied the effects of isolation on aging populations. The National Institute on Aging indicates that social isolation and loneliness are linked to depression as well as a host of other negative health outcomes, including high blood pressure, heart disease, obesity and cognitive decline.
Social clubs can be a great way for adults over 50 to avoid isolation and loneliness. Such clubs can provide opportunities to connect with individuals who share similar interests, laying the foundation for new friendships that can be hard to develop in midlife.
Perhaps the best thing about social clubs is that anyone can start one. These tips can help individuals over 50 start social clubs that appeal to locals who are on the lookout for fun ways to meet new people.
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Take all comers. Individuals over 50 may aspire to meet people in situations similar to their own, but they should still allow anyone interested in their club to join.
Adults in the early stages of midlife (i.e., their thirties and forties) are often too busy with their personal and professional lives to make much time for social clubs, so it’s likely that those interested will be 50 or older. But accepting all who are interested can increase the chances of starting a diverse and engaging group.
SPREAD THE WORD
Meetup (meetup.com) has been facilitating connections for two decades, making it a great place to start a group for people with shared interests. In addition to utilizing a service like Meetup, founders can spread the word through social media apps and create fliers to post on public boards at local community centers and libraries.
PLACE TO MEET
Find a public place to get together. It’s best to avoid hosting club events and meetings at a private residence, including your own. Instead, prior to starting the club, look around for meeting places, which can include local churches, libraries or community centers. Ask about reserving spaces for meetings and look for places that are accessible for all people, including those with mobility issues.
At right: Adrianna Kolodny greets incoming students in the Spanish language area at the high school.
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White Bear Lake native Mars Niemi will debut at the Children’s Theatre in Minneapolis this upcoming season. Niemi will portray the character Kate in the company’s production of “Drawing Lessons” by Michi Barall. Niemi will alternate in the role with cast member Olivia Lampert. “Drawing Lessons” will run at the theater from Oct. 8 through Nov. 10.
The Washington County Board of Commissioners has reappointed Celia Wirth, a Grant resident, to a third term on the Brown’s Creek Watershed District Board of Managers. Her term expires Oct. 22, 2027.
SCHOOL BRIEF
White Bear Montessori School plans new expansion White Bear Montessori School will expand its building with new additions. These include two new elementary classrooms, each accommodating
30 students. Other additions include two Guide offices, a Home Economics kitchen, storage space and two singlestall bathrooms. The school’s outdoor prairie space will also be replanted and redesigned. The current elementary program will move into one of the
two new classrooms in September, with plans to expand into the other classroom over the next two to three years. School Head Marnie McPherson said the expansion is in response to growing interest in enrollment: the past winter recorded a peak wait pool
of 48 paid applications. These redesigns are anticipated to be complete by Sept. 20, when the school will hold an open house so the public can tour these new areas. White Bear Montessori is located at 1201 County Road E East.
Life on the run: Former Bear an accomplished pro
BY BRUCE STRAND SPORTS CONTRIBUTOR
Distance running has one very attractive aspect that most other sports don’t. Avid runners can keep on competing all their lives as long as they stay fit, including in a number of major events.
Joel Reichow, former White Bear Lake runner, takes advantage of that. At age 31 he’s in mid-career as a serious marathon- and half-marathon runner, along with other distances. He’s a professional, in fact, running for cash prizes.
“If there weren’t opportunities to compete, I would still run, but I probably wouldn’t train at this same level,” said Reichow, who lives in St. Paul.
“It’s an opportunity that not many people get to, so I’m excited to test my limits and see what I can accomplish.”
Reichow was champion of the Garry Bjorklund Half Marathon in 2003 in a personal best 1:02.30. That’s an annual event held in conjunction with Grandma’s Marathon in Duluth. “I was really excited to win an iconic local race, and to hear all the people cheering my name during the race,” he said.
Most memorable of Reichow’s marathons were the California International Marathon, which was for the U.S. championship in 2022, where he placed third in 2:12:11. In the Bank of America Chicago Marathon in 2023, he placed 14th in a personal best 2:10:37.
“The CIM was a bit of a breakthrough, where I had my first podium finish at a U.S. Championship race,” Reichow said. “I had to fight through some stomach issues. The second half of the race, I was unable to get any fluids or nutrition down, and had to work through some quad soreness from mile 10 forward. It felt really good to hang on for a top three finish.”
One of his top thrills came after that race. “When they placed the American flag over my shoulders while I was puking my guts out.”
Chicago was his first world class event. It was “super cool” to compete in it, especially when Kelvin Kiptum broke the world record in the same race. Kiptum was the brilliant marathoner from Kenya who died in an auto accident in February.
“I was really proud of my efforts in Chicago. I ended up straining my calf at mile 21 and had to stop and stretch. I was still able to get back in and race. I got 14th place!”
Reichow is six feet and weighs around 130. He was 120 pounds in high school and 125 in college. Along with running, he works part-time for Fleet Farm. “Unless you have a shoe sponsorship, (running) income is inconsistent,” he said.
At White Bear Lake, his top state finishes were ninth and 20th in
Developer eyes former church site
BY LORETTA HARDING STAFF WRITER
The site of the former First Christian Church, which has sat vacant for three years, is on its way to being developed into an active senior independent community. The Mahtomedi City Council unanimously approved five major planning documents for development.
In addition to language regarding a clubhouse and restricting the age of residents to 55 and above, the five resolutions and ordinances approved for Phil Dommer, on behalf of Prelude Holdings LLC, are a comprehensive plan amendment, preliminary and final plat, site plan approval, rezoning from R1-D Low Density Residential to R3 Medium Density Single-Family
Attached Residential, and a Planned Unit Development District for areas of the development that do not conform with R3 zoning standards.
“This is has been well vetted, and the planners and Prelude have done a nice job,” said Council Member Jeff Charlesworth.
Prelude Holdings LLC of New Brighton acquired the two parcels, at 650 Wildwood Road and 199 Wedgewood Drive, after the city received no inquiries about developing single-family homes on the site. However, there have been multiple inquiries related to multifamily housing and commercial development. The northern parcel on that corner is the site of the now
cross country, both earning all-state recognition, and ninth in the 1600 in track. Both Reichow and his coach could see that he had potential to get a lot better.
“Joel was very talented. He undertrained because he got injured quite easily, because he was growing,” said Dan Kovacich, longtime Bears coach. “We knew he would be better at longer distances, but the marathon never crossed my mind.”
At South Dakota State, where he majored in Biology, Reichow was Summit League champion four times while placing as high as 20th in the NCAA and third in the Midwest Regionals. He graduated with SDSU records in the indoor and outdoor 5,000 and the outdoor 10,000.
Reichow has been a member of Minnesota Distance Elite (MDE) since 2018, which provides him with coaches, training partners, and access to facilities, equipment, medical care and travel help through their many sponsors. The club includes fellow SDSU alums Josh Yeager, Cailee Peterson and Joseph Minor.
Running for MDE at USA Track and Field events, Reichow has placed as high as sixth in the 10-mile in 2021 and
12th in the 10,000 in 2018, along with third place in the marathon. He has run 12 different distances. Aside from marathon and half marathon, his personal bests are 3:51 in the 1,500, 4:10 in the indoor mile, 8:09:02 in the 3,000, 13:53.05 in the 5,000, 22:55 in the 8,000, 28:23.93 in the 10,000, 44:24 in the 15,000, 47:37 in the 10-mile, 1:00:21 in the 20,000, and 1:17:12 in the 25,000. Varying his race distances, he said, “helps to sharpen my running, and the shorter races take less time to recover from.” Reichow started 2024 placing 17th in the Aramco Houston Half Marathon in 1:03:16. Trying to make the Olympic marathon team at the trials in Orlando, he strained his Achilles tendon and finished 28th in 2:16:37. He spent the spring rehabbing that injury and other minor ailments, and was able to return to the Bjorklund half in June where he placed fourth in 1:02.42. Reichow’s immediate goal is to cut at least a couple minutes off his personal record in order to “get myself in the conversation for top American Marathoner, and get closer to the standard for next year’s world championships.”
vacant First Christian Church. The southern parcel was the former parsonage for the church.
Plans are to develop the 2.40-acre site into a 20-unit senior living community, called Prelude Village.
The campus will include four five-unit multifamily homes, a single-story clubhouse building for residents’ use and a parking lot.
The development is intended for 55-plus independent living, with no services. The structures are expected to contain three units on the main level, and two walkout units underneath. The units range in size from 1,300 square feet to 1,700 square feet. Each of the homes will consist of two bedrooms with a four-season porch, two bathrooms and in-unit laundry. Each unit will also have a single-car attached garage and use of community storage space.
The city needs more single-family housing, but this proposal offers a platform not found in a lot of other senior facilities, specifically the nocare component, Charlesworth said. “This is independent-plus,” he said.
Council Member Luke Schlegel said that although he liked the layout of the buildings as a solution for the steep grades of the land, he’d rather have not the age restriction. “I’m not crazy about more 55-plus,” he said.
“Well, I’m older, so I’m in favor of it,” said Council Member Jane Schneeweis. “Our generation will fill in (spaces) like crazy over the next four to five years.”
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Joel Reichow is shown here in the Twin Cities Ten-Mile in 2022, one of 12 distances he’s run competitively.
impact the livelihood of many White Bear Lake service industry employees,” said Eret, “it would also create losses for White Bear Lake Hockey charitable gambling. Punishing us all for the actions of a few seems short-sighted and unjust.”
Becky Knuth, co-owner of the Little Village Pub, also criticized the ordinance changes. Knuth said shortening the pub’s hours could impact latenight workers seeking a meal after their shift. “If someone gets off work at 11 p.m., will they go directly to the bar that closes at 1 or at 2?” said Knuth. “These changes could hurt our crowds in between those times. For a small business, it’s still a big impact.” Knuth noted that since opening, the pub has had few incidents that have required police intervention. “If anything were ever to arise, we would take it upon ourselves to address it and close early if need be,” she added.
White Bear Country Inn and Rudy’s Redeye Grill owner Bill Foussard said the modified hours would negatively affect the location’s weddings, usually held when grill hours are extended until 2 a.m. on Fridays and Saturdays. “If we close at 1 a.m., the wedding guests will instead go back to their rooms and start partying,” said Foussard, “which will affect all the other guests present. It’s easier for us
to control the noise in the bar instead of the rooms.”
One voice of support for bar owners came from Kellerman’s Event Center/Alchemist/4 Deuces Saloon manager Kristen Cranmer. While none
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of the businesses she manages would be affected by the ordinance changes, Cranmer still spoke to defend those who would be impacted. “I’m here to support all of them,” said Cranmer. “After we close up, we send our patrons out the door around midnight, sometimes even later. As a huge supporter of downtown White Bear, it’s fun to tell them where they can go that’s open even later. My support is for those people, as well.”
For now, the council remains undecided on enforcing the changes. Mayor Dan Lousimet still holds firm on prioritizing safety downtown. However, Lousimet admitted that more work was needed before taking action.
“When we started these original conversations, my thoughts then are as they are now,” said the mayor. “We need a compelling reason to deviate from the status quo. If we roll things back to 1 a.m., we need to have it down pretty cold that this is a serious issue we need to address, which will make a huge step toward public safety.” Louismet said that the council and police department would still work together to gather crime statistics on the city before making a final decision.
Erik Suchy is a staff writer at Press Publications. To reach him, please contact him at 651-407-1229 or email him at whitebearnews@presspubs.com.
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BIKE RIDE AROUND THE LAKE
When: 8 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 7
Where: Saputo Station rest stop, Bellaire Beach
Details: Family-friendly, guided 10-mile bike tour around White Bear Lake with groups departing every 10 minutes. Contact: lakelinks.net
TASTE OF WHITE BEAR LAKE
When: 2-5 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 7
Where: Pine Tree Apple Orchard, 450 Apple Orchard Rd.
Details: Sample food and beverages from local establishments while supporting White Bear Rotary programs. Also music, silent auction, games and more.
Information online
Contact: tasteofwhitebearlake.com
WASHINGTON COUNTY BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL
When: 2-6 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 7
Where: Lake Elmo Park Reserve
Details: Bring lawn chairs or blankets for a family-friendly afternoon of live bluegrass music. Food trucks and face painting. No animals or alcohol. Contact: washingtoncountymn. gov/1559/BluegrassFestival
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FRIDAY NIGHT TRIVIA
When: 6-9 p.m. Friday, Sept. 6
Where: St. Jude of the Lake Church, 700 Mahtomedi Ave.
Details: Teams compete for prizes. Pizza, beer, wine and other treats for sale. Register in advance or show up. Contact: stjudeofthelake. org/cornfest-2024/
MUSIC ON THE LAWN CONCERT SERIES
When: 4-6 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 8
Where: White Bear Lake United Methodist Church, 1851 Birch St. Details: Worship and live music featuring Salsa del Sol and Shai Hayo. All are welcome. Bring blanket or lawn chair. Contact: 651-429-9026
GARMS FAMILY IN CONCERT
When: 5 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 8
Where: Lakewood Worship Center, 2080 Woodlynn Ave., Maplewood
Details: Family plays more than 15 instruments with vocals in an acoustic Christian music concert. Freewill offering. Contact: 651-779-9177
ST. PAUL HIKING CLUB
When: 7 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 10
Where: Tamarack Nature Center, 5287 Otter
Lake Rd., White Bear
Township
Details: Hike wide trails, hills and long baordwalk, approx. 3 miles. Contact: stpaulhike.com
CAR SEAT CLINIC
When: 4-7 p.m. Tuesday, Sept.10
Where: Mahtomedi Fire Hall, 800 Stillwater Rd.
Details: Certified car seat technicians are on hand to properly install children’s car seats. Free; appointment required by e-mail. Contact: cpsdiana@ hotmail.com
NORTH SUBURBAN NEIGHBORS CLUB COOKIES AND CONVERSATION
When: 10-11:55 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 12
Where: Shoreview Community Center Fireside Lounge, 4580
Victoria St. N.
Details: Non-profit friendship group for older women in the suburbs invites prospective members to learn about activities. Contact: 612-616-6142 or 651-500-7793 (text only)
LEAGUE OF WOMEN
VOTER’S MEEITNG: “LOCAL NEWS AND IT’S IMPACT ON DEMOCRACY”
When: 6:15 p.m.
Thursday, Sept. 12
Where: Maplewood Library Community Room, 3025 Southlawn Dr.
Details: Presentation on a study done in Washington state about the impact of community newspapers and community engagement in elections, and the consequences for democracy. Contact: lwv-wbla.org
Affordable housing complex construction plan rejected
The Vadnais Lake Area Water Management Organization denied plans by St. Louis Park-based company Reuters Walton to build an apartment building on a 1.75acre parcel along Arcade Street. The proposed building would
have offered 58 units of affordable housing and required the company to fill and excavate a wetland basin on the land. Reuters Walton did not respond to questions regarding future plans for the proposed building. According to City Admin-
istrator Kevin Watson, the company must resubmit a new design if they choose to build in the same location; however, the design must also address the board’s concerns. If not, the company must purchase a new property to pursue construction.
40TH ANNUAL CORNFEST
When: 2-10 p.m.
Saturday, Sept. 7
Where: St. Jude of the Lake Church, 700 Mahtomedi Ave.
Details: Community event with food, live music, bingo, raffles, bake sale, inflatables, contests, and corn. Contact: 651-426-3245 or stjudeofthelake. org/cornfest-2024
The Mahtomedi girls swim team won every event in their dual meet opener, outscoring Tartan 107-71. Winning at Tartan were Wright (50 and 100 free), Eve Wiebe (200 free), Shaela Murphy (diving), Armstrong (500 free), Leciejewski (backstroke), and Carlson (breaststroke).
BOYS SOCCER
Mahtomedi had another shutout win over Roseville Area 2-0 with Brayden Fuerst and Gavin Maas scoring. Finn Hemenway, goalie, made nine saves.
Abby O’Brien, returning all-state soccer defender, is one of the main reasons White Bear Lake is 4-0 and ranked No. 3. The fourth-year starter was moved from center back to defensive mid this year where she excels at pressuring opponents and controlling the ball, while also able to contribute more on offense than in the past, with two goals so far. “Abby assisted on the first goal against Eagan, and scored a big goal in the second half to give us a two-goal lead,” said John Dierkhising, referring to a 4-2 win over Eagan last week. “She has made a great impact and we would not be undefeated without her.”
WEEK
GIRLS SOCCER
Color guard helps kick off first football game
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Abby O’Brien
The Zephyrs lost at White Bear Lake 2-1. Sophia Peer scored on a free kick.
PAUL DOLS | PRESS PUBLICATIONS
A color guard from White Bear Lake VFW Post 1782 marched onto the field for the national anthem prior to the start of the first home football game of the season and the first to be played in the new high school athletic stadium on the north side of town. See the sports page for game results.
SPORTS
Field goal highlight in Bears loss to Tonka
BY BRUCE STRAND SPORTS CONTRIBUTOR
A 50-yard field goal was the high point for White Bear Lake as the Bears lost to the Minnetonka Skippers 34-10 in their opener. It was the first football game at the new high school stadium.
Ernest Goodwin, senior kicker, blasted a field goal from 50 yards with four seconds left in the half, making the score 13-10. Goodwin had previously shanked a short field goal but quickly atoned. Back to punt a few plays later, he leapt to snag a
high snap, sidestepped the Skippers rush and dashed to the sideline for a nine-yard gain and a first down. That led to his long field goal. Goodwin lined up from 54 yards late in the third period but that attempt was scuttled by a high snap. Both his kickoffs went through the end zone for touchbacks.
Minnetonka, ranked No. 6, was propelled by quarterback Caleb Francois as he sped for touchdowns of 10, 52 and four yards, and threw touchdown passes to Duke Richardson from five yards and Vincent May from 50 yards. The Bears opened
GIRLS SOCCER
White Bear Lake girls soccer, ranked No. 3 in Class 3A, reeled off four wins to start the season. The Bears nipped Mahtomedi (No. 2 in Class 2A) 1-0 with Jenna Maloy and Becca Smith delivering a
with an 80-yard march capped by Porter Cleary slashing the last seven yards for the score.
Tomi Animasaun passed to Ben Lockwood twice in the drive and the Skippers had three offsides penalties. Cleary carried 24 times for 67 yards.
Animasaun completed 14 of 29 for 119 yards with one interception and ran seven times for 33 yards. Lockwood snagged five passes for 68 yards, Andrew Kolenich three for 23, Easton Miles four for 17, and Teegan Bartok two for 11. Defensive highlight was a Malik Duombia interception.
VOLLEYBALL
goal and assist each. In a 4-2 win over Eagan, Maloy struck twice and Ellyse Oelker and Abby O’Brien once each. Chloe Tocko, junior goalie, has stopped 18 of 21 shots.
SWIMMING
The Bears placed second of three teams behind host Duluth East on Aug. 23. Charlotte McIntyre, Sophie Collins and Brigid McVeigh were 1-2-3 in the individual medley. Audrey Borofka won the 100 freestyle. In diving, Anna Zarambo and Jameson Medin placed 2-3. The Bears lost to Cretin-Derham Hall 105-79 on Thursday. Borofka won the 200 free and was second in the 100. McIntyre won the butterfly and was second in the IM. Sophie Collins won the 500.
TENNIS
The Bears defeated Hibbing 6-1 and Duluth East 4-3. Ellia Groneberg (3-2) and Elara Kruse (3-2) have been playing 1-singles. There has been 10 different doubles combos, but Josie Guidinger/Sophie Meiner have been paired every match, going 5-0 at No. 2 and losing a close match to H-M.
This Week In SPORTS
ZEPHYRS SCOREBOARD
CROSS COUNTRY
Coming up:
Thursday: at Montgomery, 4:30 p.m.
FOOTBALL
Coming up:
Friday: St. Paul Central, 7 p.m.
SOCCER, BOYS
Results first 2 weeks:
Zephyrs 3, Duluth Denfeld 0 Zephyrs 2, Roseville Area 0
• Coming up:
Wednesday: at Chisago Lakes, 4:30 p.m.
Thursday: at South St. Paul, 7 p.m.
Saturday: at Northfield, 1 p.m.
SOCCER, GIRLS
• Results first 2 weeks: Zephyrs 2, Rochester Century 0
Zephyrs 5, Rochester Mayo 0 White Bear Lake 2, Zephyrs 1
• Coming up:
Tuesday: at Cretin-Derham Hall, 7:30 p.m.
Thursday: at South St. Paul, 5 p.m.
SWIMMING
• Results first 2 weeks: Conference relays: Zephyrs 1st of 8 teams
Zephyrs 107, Tartan 71
• Coming up: Thursday: at Simley, 6 p.m.
TENNIS
• Results first 2 weeks: Zephyrs 7, Centennial 0 Minnetonka 6, Zephyrs 1 Stillwater 4, Zephyrs 3 Zephyrs 6, Harding/Como 1 Elk River 7, Zephyrs 0 Zephyrs 5, Forest Lake 2
• Coming up: Thursday: at North St. Paul, 3:30 p.m.
Saturday: at Duluth East tri, 9:30 a.m.
VOLLEYBALL
Results first 2 weeks:
Zephyrs def. Cretin-Derham Hall 25-19, 25-19, 25-17
Zephyrs def. Orono 25-19, 25-23, 27-25
Zephyrs def. St. Paul Highland Park 25-16, 14-25, 26-28, 25-13, 15-13
Coming up:
Tuesday: White Bear Lake, 7 p.m.
BEARS SCOREBOARD
CROSS COUNTRY
• Coming up: Sept. 14 at Eden Prairie
FOOTBALL
Results last week: Minnetonka 34, Bears 10
Coming up: Thursday: at Mounds View, 7 p.m.
SOCCER, BOYS
• Results last week: Eagan 2, Bears 0
Coming up: Thursday: Irondale, 5 p.m.
Saturday: North St. Paul, 5 p.m.
SOCCER, GIRLS
• Results last week: Bears 2, Mahtomedi 1 Bears 4, Eagan 2
• Coming up: Tuesday: Andover, 7 p.m. Thursday: Irondale, 7 p.m. Saturday: at Edina, 5 p.m.
TENNIS
• Results last week: Bears 6, Hibbing 1 Bears 4, Duluth East 3
• Coming up: Tuesday: Park, 4 p.m. Wednesday: Centennial, 4 p.m. Thursday, at Woodbury, 4 p.m.
SWIMMING
• Results last week: Conference relays: one 3rd-place, two 4th-places in five-team meet Cretin-Derham Hall 105, Bears 79
Coming up: Thursday: at East Ridge, 6 p.m.
VOLLEYBALL
• Results last week: Bears def. Hutchinson 2325, 25-22, 25-15, 25-16
Bears def. Hill-Murray 2514, 25-11, 25-18
• Coming up: Tuesday: at Mahtomedi, 7 p.m.
Thursday: St. Paul Central, 7 p.m.
The Bears opened with victories over Hutchinson 23-25, 25-22, 25-15, 25-16 and Hill-Murray 25-14, 25-11, 25-18 — playing for the first time in the new gymnasium. Against Hutchinson, Brooklyn Gysbers had 15 kills, Ella Stadtherr 14 kills and four blocks, Mallory Moore 25 aces, Brady Keeling four aces and 29 digs, and Kailey Gieske 45 digs. Against H-M, Stadtherr had nine kills, three aces and four blocks. Gieske made 36 digs, Keeling 13 and Pearson 12.
BRUCE STRAND | CONTRIBUTED
Ernest Goodwin cranked up for what would be a 50-yard field goal with Ben Lockwood holding.
BRUCE STRAND | CONTRIBUTED
Jenna Maloy, who has six goals in four games, races up the field with Centennial’s Kandee McDonald in pursuit.
BEARS SPORTS BRIEFS
WHITE BEAR LAKE CITY COUNCIL BRIEF
The City Council approved another extension requested by Dignisuites for the filing of the
with Ramsey County within 100 days of approval. The council initially granted an extension on Jan. 23 of this year; however, due to the most recent expiration, the company requested another renewal. The council found that the final plat remains consistent with the preliminary plat and all other terms and conditions of the original approvals.
