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HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL, VOLLEYBALL: Will now play in fall PAGE 11A

Families turn to educators for unprecedented school year

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Beach classes help stretch out summer At left: Sunlight sparkles on the surface of White Bear Lake behind Yoga Devotion instructor Lisa Ender as she leads a Friday morning class at Memorial Beach Sept. 18. Above: Students face into the sunlight and breeze coming off the lake during the yoga class. Weather permitting, the hardy yoga practitioners will be participating in the outdoor classes at the beach through Oct. 6.

Whether parents have elected to send their kids back to school for the hybrid model or keep them at home doing full-time distance learning, parents are seeking some additional resources to ensure that their children have a successful school year.

Centerville resident Sarah Olson chose to send her daughter, a first grader at Centerville Elementary, back to school for the hybrid model.

“She is an extrovert. She recharges her battery by being around other people,” Olson explained. “For her, she needs the social interaction just by nature. That’s her personality, and I have to respect it.”

Last spring when school shifted to distance learning, Olson said she discovered she needed some help. “I take the primary role with her education because I am here all the time. For me, it was too much with all of the ‘brush your teeth, pick up your dirty clothes,’ all of the general parent education you have to do and then do this worksheet,” Olson recalled.

“It felt like all I did was tell her what to do. I was just constantly on her for something … I need to hold my ground on the parenting, but I need a

teacher to do the teaching.”

For that reason, this year Olson has hired a tutor, a first grade teacher in another district. The plan is to have her daughter spend 30 minutes to an hour twice each week with the tutor. “(My daughter) is a really good student. It is not that she needs the educational help so much as she needs the social aspect and the accountability,” Olson explained. “It is someone else to keep her accountable.”

Circle Pines resident Erin Lange decided to keep all three of her kids at home this school year. This year would have marked Lange’s sixth year as a teacher in a district on the south side of the cities, but she decided to take a leave of absence to oversee her son’s distance learning and home-school her daughter.

Lange’s oldest son, who is in the Career and Life Transition Program (CLT) in the Mounds View district, is distance learning. Her third grade son at Golden Lake Elementary is also distance learning. Her daughter, who would have been a kindergartner at Golden Lake this year, will stay home this year.

“We want to hold her back a year in hopes that she will SEE EDUCATORS, PAGE 9A

White Bear native’s passion for nature leads her to Florida swamps

BY BROOKE WOHLRABE CONTRIBUTING WRITER

Laura Nicholson, a native of White Bear Lake, is a master’s student in the Department of Wildlife Ecology and Conservation at the University of Florida. She spent the past eight months at Picayune Strand State Forest in Collier County, Florida, studying and compar-

ing bat activity across different landscapes within the forest and against preserved land.

Nicholson, daughter of Ford and Catherine Nicholson, graduated from Mounds Park Academy in Maplewood in 2014 and then attended Rice University in Houston, Texas. She’s now starting her second year of grad school at UF. “I’ve always been passionate about

the environment and nature. My mom is really a passionate conservationist.

I’ve spent my life exploring the outdoors in Minnesota, so that sparked my love for nature and wanting to study it,” she explained.

Nicholson said growing up on White Bear Lake also made her realize how important water is and made her interested in exploring it further.

She said many people question why

she has wanted to study bats, but Nicholson said she thinks they’re fascinating creatures. She first got interested in bats when she learned about the flying fox species, one of the largest bats in the world. Nicholson had the opportunity to work with some while traveling to Australia and that sparked her interest.

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School face mask policy fleshed out

BY SARA MARIE MOORE CONTRIBUTING WRITER

The White Bear Lake Area Schools board approved a policy on the use of face coverings in the district at its Sept.

14 meeting.

The policy is based on requirements from the Minnesota Department of Education (MDE) and the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH), according to the policy document. “It's been vetted by our legal counsel,� said Superintendent Wayne Kazmierczak.

The policy will be in place as long as Gov. Tim Walz’s emergency executive order regarding the COVID-19 pandemic is in place. Face coverings are required by staff and students in district buildings and vehicles since the virus

can be spread by a person who does not know they are infected.

Face coverings that cover the mouth and nose can include a paper or disposable mask, cloth mask, medical mask, scarf, bandanna, gaiter or religious covering. Face coverings must comply with the district dress code, i.e., not include anything vulgar, obscene, threatening, violent or reasonably likely to cause disruption.

Face coverings can be temporarily removed for eating, drinking, communicating with someone who has a medical or mental condition, participating in physical activities, playing instruments, performing or presenting, receiving medical services and for identification purposes. It can also be temporarily removed if the covering would get wet.

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“Nonexempt employees may temporarily remove face coverings or face shields when in an indoor classroom or care setting that is conďŹ ned to one group or cohort.

Employees are strongly encouraged to wear face coverings or shields in these settings to the extent possible, especially when social distancing cannot be maintained, unless wearing a covering or shield would interfere with the early childhood development process.

This exception does not apply to staff who oat between rooms such as those helping to cover staff break times or deliver meals. In those cases, staff must be required to wear face coverings.�

There are exceptions for preschool students and those with medical conditions, mental health conditions or disabilities that would make it unreasonable to wear a face covering.

Face shields are allowed as alternatives for developmental, behavioral and medical conditions, or sincerely held religious beliefs. If a student cannot wear a face shield, there are options to use plexiglass around their desk, maintain 6 feet of distance at all times, or provide staff with more personal protective equipment (PPE).

Students who refuse to wear face coverings or face shields for no reason can be disciplined and could be suspended or offered remote education.

There are exceptions for staff so that they can teach. Staff can use face shields as an alternative if a face covering would impede education.

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Employees are strongly encouraged to wear face coverings or shields in these settings to the extent possible, especially when social distancing cannot be maintained, unless wearing a covering or shield would interfere with the early childhood development process. This exception does not apply to staff who float between rooms such as those helping to cover staff break times or deliver meals. In those cases, staff must be required to wear face coverings.�

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Preparation for voting

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our voting decisions in the presidential election on Nov. 3 will be important if you haven’t already voted in absentia.

I’m not endorsing any candidate, but I read some helpful information by Peter Adams, head of the education team at the News Literacy Project.

In part, what he suggests is to understand what the most important issues in this campaign are to you and then determine which policies and political candidates are best suited to address those concerns.

You may have to make a list of those important issues. My list includes a successful vaccine to control the virus and/or therapies to assist; a strong economy that provides employment, which in part means policies that will bring manufacturing jobs back to the U.S.; national health care available to everyone that allows private insurance options; a foreign policy that brings nations together to avoid wars and economic disturbances; and racial equity freedoms and justice for all as About the with provided by our Constitution.

Now let’s look at what Peter Town Adams suggests.

Gene Johnson 1) Keep an eye on your emotions. Be rational with the information you receive. Be sure there is credible evidence that backs up the information.

2) Don’t share information if you have only read the headline. Be skeptical of what you read.

3) Learn to spot misinformation patterns. Remember, elections inspire all kinds of rumors, hoaxes and misleading memes. You can spot misinformation by following fact-checking organizations.

4) Don’t fall for deepfakes or cheapfakes. We used to be able to trust what we saw with our own eyes.

No more. Artificial intelligence is now capable of producing incredibly lifelike fabrications, whether it is images of people or videos.

5) Be skeptical, not cynical. With so much misinformation circulating, it’s tempting to give in to cynicism and confusion and to embrace the belief the other political party can’t be trusted and nothing you see online is credible. Therefore, there is no sense in paying attention to any of it.

If you see something fake, false or misleading, do something. Share it with fact-checkers and news outlets. Warn others with a comment or a reply. Post accurate information and report false content and malicious accounts when they violate platforms and community standards.

Democracy requires nothing less.

I think Adams makes some important points as we prepare how we will vote in the coming election.

There are other important topics which need consideration. They are abortion, climate change, criminal justice, education, gun policies, immigration and appointing judges.

ON THE EDUCATION front we are seeing some families grouping to be able to hire a qualified teacher for their children. This is coming out of fear of the pandemic in situations where both parents work and must make a choice whether to send their kids to school or not. By eliminating day care, hiring a teacher or tutor may be able to make the numbers work.

FROM THE MAIL to TV ads, it’s clear that on Nov. 3 we have the presidential election along with a host of other political candidates seeking national and state positions. I’ve never seen so many requests for political assessments which seem to me are often just political donation requests.

Our newspapers are presenting Voters’ Guides and hope they are helpful in understanding the local candidates who will be on your respective ballots.

Keep the letters to the editor coming. Carefully write your opinions on the critical issues our country, state and local communities are facing. We have had to start charging a nominal fee for letters about political topics during election season, so that our editorial pages don’t become overrun with propaganda written by campaign staff and volunteers.

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Stop Minnesota deaths: Suicide warning signs and prevention

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ccording to Minnesota Department of Health statistics, suicide rates, have steadily increased by 53% for the past two decades.

Experts say that this may be the result of the challenges people face when accessing mental health support. Stigma against mental illness and shortages of available health providers can make it tough for Minnesotans to get the help they need when the causes of Movers & suicide set in.

These same experts say that Shakers by recognizing Noelle Rivard the warning signs and working through the challenges that lead up to these deaths, all Minnesotans can have a role in lowering the rates of suicide.

Many Movers & situations can trigger thoughts Shakers of suicide.

Krista Experts have found that there Steinbeisser are certain i signs that common warning raise concern and show that

a person may be considering suicide as an option. One sign is to talk about feeling trapped, feeling alone, or that someone feels they are weighing others down. Other warning signs are irritability, changing sleep patterns — both not sleeping or sleeping too much — and using more alcohol or drugs. If these signs are seen in friends, family members, or in the workplace, experts say that it is important to directly ask the person if they are planning to kill themselves.

It’s now a well-known myth that asking these questions will cause a person to take their life.

Instead, asking these questions can save lives. If a person talks about wanting to die, not having a reason to live, or is looking for a way to kill themselves, get immediate help from law enforcement or other emergency personnel without hesitation.

Understanding common situations that trigger thoughts of suicide can also lead to better understanding the signs of suicide. Scientists know that stress can trigger the brain to think that the best option to handle difficult situations and feelings is to end one’s life.

Decreasing stress may help control these thoughts by doing activities such as short walks down a quiet country road, in the pasture, or in the town park. Another activity is taking a “brain break,” a break that

is 5-10-minutes long and can be done throughout the day to relax and recharge. A third activity is getting involved in community groups, like doing activities at church or having game nights with family and friends. A final activity is to simply talk with a friend or family member. Though these activities may feel awkward and new to do, they have been proven to help a person feel in control of their life again. This is a feeling that experts say can help prevent suicide.

Suicide is a preventable action.

Learning about the warning signs of suicide and preventive activities is just a start to doing something about Minnesota’s rising suicide rates. If someone is experiencing thoughts of suicide, call CRISIS (274747), the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (Dial 1-800-273-8255), or 911 to get support right away.

Noelle Rivard and Krista Steinbeisser recently graduated from the University of North Dakota, School of Medicine and Health Sciences with a Master of Occupational Therapy degree.

Noelle Rivard is from White Bear Lake, and Kirsta Steinbeisser is from Sidney, Montana. The information above is not for diagnosis or treatment and should not be used in place of previous medical advice provided by a licensed practitioner.

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A few years ago, Sen. Roger Chamberlain met with parents who had children with dyslexia.

They were frustrated that their children were not getting what they needed in school. Working with parents and educators and with bipartisan support, much progress has been made in addressing the needs of the students. More can be done, but it is good that Sen. Chamberlain has worked hard to help kids with this type of need. We need to reelect Sen. Chamberlain so he can continue to work to address dyslexia and improve literacy.

Bob and Carolyn Kluk Hugo

PAID LETTER Wazlawik keeps us informed Ami Wazlawik was elected in 2018 to represent the community of District 38B at the Minnesota House of Representatives. Ami has worked diligently at the Capitol to ensure that our local schools have the resources they need, families have access to affordable child care and companies such as Water Gremlin are held accountable for their actions. In her first term, Ami utilized her degree from the University of Minnesota in public policy to author legislation that bans TCE, a carcinogen and developmental toxin, which was released into the air at unsafe levels by Water Gremlin. The bill was passed and signed into law, making Minnesota the first in the nation to ban this chemical.

Ami has regularly kept her constituents informed and provided opportunities for feedback and to work with her on issues. She has a positive campaign style with a focus on the issues and believes that discrediting an opponent or sharing false information creates deeper divisions among voters. It is disappointing to learn and then experience for myself that the other candidate for District 38B in the House of Representatives has blocked community members on his Facebook page and Twitter account in an attempt to control the narrative by removing comments that dispute misinformation. This prompted a faith leader in the community to respond, “Don’t you have an obligation to pursue the truth and be honest, even about your opponents?” These actions are antithetical to an effective legislator for our community.

Please join me in voting for Ami Wazlawik, who demonstrates honesty and transparency, not only in words but in her actions.

Ellen Fahey White Bear Lake

Mask up, Republicans I recently attended a Republican candidate fundraiser and was disappointed to see that no one had a mask on.

Actually, one woman had a mask on, but is was pulled down on her neck. She said she was embarrassed to wear it when no one else had one on. Really, too embarrassed to do the right thing? I have worn masks, gloves and observed strict infection controls in my dental practice for over 40 years. This is nothing new. In the mid-1800s, Dr. Ignaz Semmelweis discovered that infections could be transmitted by doctors who failed to wash their hands. We learned more from the tuberculosis and polio pandemics. We defeated those diseases by citizens doing the right things, getting vaccinations, avoidance and personal hygiene to prevent transmission. COVID-19 is an airborne transmission virus. I can only think of two reasons to not wear a mask: ignorance or arrogance.

Neither one is pretty. Please, be a good citizen and wear a mask. It doesn’t matter which party you belong to, we need to take care of each other.

Scott D. Lingle, DDS White Bear Lake

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Samuel “Sam” Emerson Age 82 of White Bear Lake. Lifetime member of the PGA. Previously published on 7-12-2020. Survived by his wife Jo. Visitation from 5 - 7 PM THURSDAY at MUELLER MEMORIAL - WHITE BEAR LAKE, 4738 Bald Eagle Ave. at 3rd St. WBL. Mass of Christian Burial FRIDAY at 11 AM at St. Mary of the Lake church, Bald Eagle Ave. at 4th St. Due to COVID guidlelines, mass is limited to 100 people, including family members. Masks are required at both visitation and mass.

Water tower art brings smiles

Values: Let’s bring them back

I must commend council member Dan Jones for his artistic design for the White Bear Lake water tower. It is so appropriate and should surely put a smile on our faces. Thank you.

Paula Hoover White Bear Lake

What I’m writing here will sound very repetitive, but this is deliberate. The word “values” has been lost somewhere along the way, or perhaps exists, but has been placed on a shelf. I’m calling on all of us, including myself, to bring it back to front and center during this time.

What do you value? Have you asked yourself that lately? Have you taught your children, nieces, nephews or other youngsters the importance of strong values? Maybe you’ve thought about it but felt it’s too old-fashioned, or perhaps you assume children know what you value because you already live according to what you value.

Today. Right now. Take a moment to write down all that you value. Place what you value in order, with the highest value at the top of the list. There are no rules for how many values you come up with: in fact, the more the better. If you have children, go over the list with them. Encourage them to add to the list and acknowledge what is at the top of the list.

The first one is THE STRONGEST and, because it takes the number one spot, it’s safe to say it gets the HIGHEST HONOR. This is what you consider the most precious. This is what you honor. Everything underneath the highest one holds importance, but the other values cannot even exist without honoring the first.

Now, tape it to the fridge.

Once the list is on the fridge, and it’s shared and taught to loved ones, it needs to be recognized. We honor our values by sticking to them no matter what situation we find ourselves in. This is conviction. Teach conviction. Practice conviction. Conviction is important because it reminds ourselves and others that “sitting on a fence” or being “lukewarm” does not exist when values are truly honored. And the opposite of this is also true: When we are “lukewarm,” we are not honoring the most important value in our life. Conviction means taking action. Conviction means sticking to our values and acting on them. No wishy-washy.

Take a quiet moment and ponder this important question. Reflect. Write. Share. Stick to it. It won’t be easy, especially today. But once freed from “riding the fence,” which is really only a lie that keeps you from acting on your convictions, you’ll find yourself honoring your highest value and standing up for the rest. And when we honor what we value, especially our highest value, we show who we truly are and what we are willing to stand up for.

We are living in unprecedented times. We are experiencing a lot of evil being uprooted and exposed and, at the same time, a lot of good overcoming evil. We all get to make choices in our lives, to stand up for what’s good and right, or to stay “lukewarm” and accept evil. Take a stand. Hold tight to what you value with conviction, and do not hesitate to stand up for your values, especially The Highest ONE. Diane Smith Forest Lake

Remember the soldiers Union Cemetery is "the forgotten cemetery." Pioneers from the 1800s made White Bear Lake, Minnesota. How can we thank them? By uncovering their headstones from years of neglect. By erecting those pillars of courage from their tilted stance.

By getting donations and volunteers. I'm sure the people of White Bear Lake will help the cemetery return to its historic beauty.

When I was a child, we decorated our bikes and started the parade at the Legion and rode to Union Cemetery for festivities, then back to the Legion for hot dogs.

Why can't we have a fundraiser like a concert or parade on the Fourth?

Let's always remember those under the ground.

Carol Reibel Maier, M.Ed. St. Paul

Create a sense of community in your neighborhood The pandemic has created challenges for all of us to maintain personal and community connections.

It requires diligence and perseverance to schedule time to talk, Facetime, Zoom or otherwise be creative in COVID-safe gatherings outdoors, etc.

We recently gathered a few neighbors across a front lawn and driveway within COVID-19 spacing and other rules and arranged to have some artists perform for an about an hour. The most recent event was a brothers’ duo who loved the concept and were easily able to set up a makeshift “staging” area. Their music fi lled the early evening air and lifted us!

The event was successful on various levels: • Fulfi lling needed community connection time during this COVID-19 crisis.

• Providing an opportunity for the artists who have not been able to perform live to be in front of a mini-audience nourishing their artistic passions, and making a few dollars.

• Pairing it with a basket passing for the White Bear Area Emergency Food Shelf — neighbors generously gave to support this important cause.

Our spirits will not be daunted by this discouraging disease and its impact. Be creative and innovate and give to foster community spirit!

Jim Rathburn White Bear Ponds Neighbor Group

Appreciate Voter’s Guide I write in appreciation of the comprehensive voter guide printed in the September 16 Press. Most of us are seeing signs around town in anticipation of the November 3 elections, but the well-devised questions, and thoughtful answers given, are helping lots of voters decide.

I found myself underwhelmed, however, to see some candidate answer grids responded to with very few words, or none at all. Some candidates who didn’t respond to the Press questionnaire at all leave me feeling that they aren’t terribly interested in the election process, or the districts or cities they would represent.

I intend to keep that issue of the Press handy, for further review, as local races are key in building “down ticket” strength.

Sandy Waterman Vadnais Heights

DEATH NOTICE

Rose Mary Beumer

Rose Mary Beumer age 93 of White Bear Lake. Beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister and aunt. Passed away peacefully at home on March 23, 2020. Funeral mass will be Friday September 25th 11 am at St. Pius X Church 3878 Highland Ave. White Bear Lake, MN 55110.

Be wary of name-calling I had the privilege of living and working in Germany for a number of years, both at a language school and a German university (as a student pastor, not professor). Among the many aspects of their culture that I learned was one unwritten rule that is pertinent for us today: anyone calling someone else a fool is himself viewed as such. All other argumentation, no matter how skillful or accurate, is weakened once the epithet has been loosed.

Also, as Randolph Bourne has articulated, war is the health of the State. Even (un)civil war. We’d be well advised to show caution in what we lobby for.

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RAMSEY COUNTY SHERIFF’S REPORTS The Ramsey County Sheriff's Office reported the following selected incidents in Vadnais Heights and White Bear Township:

ic stolen overnight Sept. 11-12 from the Holiday Inn in the 1100 block of County Road E. The vehicle has been entered into the National Crime Information Center (NCIC) database.

• A Vadnais Heights man, 49, was arrested at 10:36 p.m. Sept. 7 in the 3300 block of Greenbrier Street for violating a domestic abuse no-contact order.

senger window, they stole her purse and tried unsuccessfully to use her credit cards at the Vadnais Heights Target. The victim's cards and other personal items were found on the side of the road by a bicyclist later that day and turned into the patrol station the next day.

• A Vadnais Heights man, 31, was arrested at 2:42 a.m. Sept. 9 in the 3500 block of Arcade Street for violating a harassment restraining order.

• A wallet lost by a Maplewood man at the Bald Eagle boat launch Sept. 6 was later recovered at that same location.

• A catalytic converter was reported stolen Sept.

8 from an auto parked in the 4400 block of Rosebriar Avenue.

• A Vadnais Heights man, 31, was arrested for domestic assault Sept. 10 following a domestic in the 1000 block of County Road D.

• A resident in the 4200 block of Glen Oaks Avenue reported $2,100 worth of tools stolen from his vehicle Sept. 7.

• A St. Paul man reported the front passenger window of his vehicle broken Sept. 8 as it was parked at the Sucker Lake north parking lot in the 4000 block of Rice Street. A briefcase containing his lunch was stolen.

• A resident in the 3300 block of Vadnais Lane reported being the victim of an internet phishing scam Sept. 10, in which she responded to an anti-virus email message and provided remote access to her computer. As directed, she purchased gift cards for the scammer to "transfer a refund to her bank account." The complainant is out $2,000 in gift cards.

• Residents in the 700 block of Crescent Curve on Sept. 12 reported being tricked into sending cash to a person saying they were Best Buy Geek Squad employees. The victims responded to an email about an account charge, provided remote access to their computer, and withdrew cash to refund those extra funds — which only appeared to have been transferred back to their bank account. The victims are out more than $1,000.

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• A Vadnais Heights woman reported her vehicle broken into Sept. 8 as it was parked in the Lake Vadnais north lot in the 100 block of County Road F. After thieves broke in the front pas-

• A Maplewood man reported his 1998 Honda Civ-

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WASHINGTON COUNTY SHERIFF’S REPORTS The Washington County Sheriff's Office reported the following selected incidents in Birchwood, Dellwood, Grant, Mahtomedi, Pine Springs and Willernie:

Birchwood • A Cedar Street resident on Aug. 27 reported his neighbor for removing the address number from the complainant's garage and putting it on his own. Washington County Sheriff's Office deputies dispatched to the scene noticed the complainant's number on a newly renovated house in the area.

• A resident on Lake Avenue on Aug. 29 reported deputies for mailing her a citation and demanded to know why she received it.

Dellwood • A Minnesota motorist was cited at 10:01 p.m. Aug. 21 on Dellwood Avenue and Dellwood Road N. for driving without a valid license, after deputies observed the front license plate of the vehicle hanging diagonally on one screw and pulled him over. A computer check showed the driver's license canceled for behavior inimical to public safety. Deputies transported the driver home.

• A resident on Dellwood Road N. on Aug. 25 reported 7 Vines Vineyard and Winery for not canceling a wedding booking. Deputies advised the complainant that this was a civil matter and to seek legal representation.

Grant • A resident in the 11000 block of 60th Street N. on Aug. 24 reported theft from a motor vehicle.

• A business in the 10000 block of 60th Street N. on Aug. 27 reported vehicle tampering leading to the eventual theft from that vehicle.

• A resident in the 8000 block of Imperial Court N. on Aug. 25 reported selling a car on eBay to a person from Minnesota and being paid for only half the price of the vehicle.

• A rental vehicle was reported stolen Aug. 28 from the Gateway Trail parking lot at Dellwood Road and Kimbro Avenue N. The report was complicated by the fact that the victim didn't have on his person papers for the vehicle, which would have contained the license number and vehicle identification number. The local Enterprise offices were closed and corporate offices could not fi nd the paperwork, so

deputies provided the complainant with their business card to call back with the information to aid in fi nding the vehicle.

Mahtomedi • A resident on Griffi n Court on Aug. 22 reported a neighbor’s vehicle for hit-and-run after noticing paint transfer near the driver's side taillight that matched that of the neighbor's vehicle. The complainant said the neighbor denied responsibility and became verbally aggressive. Deputies advised both parties to avoid each other.

• Three cases of vehicle tampering were reported Aug. 22 in the parking lot of Katherine Abbott Park in the 1000 block of Lincolntown Avenue. A suspect vehicle was seen occupied by two males. The original complainant did not believe anything of value was taken.

• A resident on Eastgate Parkway on Aug. 23 reported items stolen from unlocked vehicles. A resident on Wildwood Road on Aug. 24 reported a license plate stolen off a vehicle.

• A motorist with a clever, if slightly illegal, way of keeping his face mask handy was cited at 12:03 a.m.

Aug. 29 on Long Lake Road and

Century Avenue for failure to provide proof of insurance, after deputies observed him waiting in the right turn lane without a turn signal blinking. As his light turned green, the motorist didn't proceed and remained there even longer as deputies conducted a traffic stop about the face mask hanging from his rearview mirror. For that he received a verbal warning.

• The operator of a jet ski was pulled over on White Bear Lake at 7:17 p.m. Aug. 29 for operating the jet ski during the hour before sunset.

Deputies conducted five additional boat stops between 7:17 p.m. through 8:10 p.m. that evening for prohibited twilight activities.

Pine Springs • A motorist of undisclosed identity was issued a written warning Aug. 27 on northbound I-694 at the ramp to westbound Highway 36 for speeding 77 mph in a 55 mph zone by deputies on stationary patrol, who clocked him on radar at 1,088 feet. After receiving the written warning instead of a citation, the driver's attitude was described as good. Six other motorists were pulled over at that junction between Aug. 25-28.

WHITE BEAR LAKE POLICE REPORTS The White Bear Lake Police Department reported the following selected incidents:

• Theft from a vehicle in the 3700 block of Van Dyke Street occurred Sept. 11.

• A vehicle was stolen sometime overnight Sept. 9 in the 3600 block of Highland Avenue.

• An accident with injuries occurred in the 4900 block of Otter Lake Road Sept. 11.

• A burglary was reported in the 1500 block of Park Street Sept. 9.

• A hit and run accident occurred at County Road E and White Bear Avenue Sept. 11.

• Officers mediated a disorderly situation where an unwanted party wouldn’t leave in the 2700 block of Cedar Avenue Sept 10.

• A two-vehicle accident with injuries was reported in the 900 block of Wildwood Road Sept. 11.

• Mail theft was reported in the 4700 block of Krech Avenue Sept. 10.

• A woman in violation of a harassment restraining order climbed through the window of a residence in the 2600 block of Aspen Court Sept.

10, and fled.

• A man was issued a citation for misdemeanor assault and disorderly conduct resulting in minor injuries to two adults in the 1700 block of Elm Street Sept. 10.

• A theft incident estimated at a $2,000 loss occurred in the 1800 block of Buerkle Road Sept.

10.

• Harassment was reported in the 2700 block of Spruce Place Sept. 10.

• An unoccupied stolen vehicle was recovered in the 3500 block of Oak Terrace Sept. 11.

• A man was arrested for DWI at Highway 61 and White Bear Avenue Sept. 11.

• A 70 year-old Brooklyn Park man was arrested for possession of narcotics and canceled license near the intersection of Interstate 694 and White Bear Avenue Sept. 12.

• A man impaired by a controlled substance and passed out in the driver’s seat of a car was arrested for DWI in the 3800 block of Hoffman Road Sept. 13. He was also in possession of bear mace.

• Criminal damage to property was reported in the 1800 block of 4th Street Sept. 13.

• A hit and run accident was reported in the 2100 block of 3rd Street Sept. 13.

• Two political signs were stolen from a lawn in the 4900 block of Otter Lake Road Sept. 13.

• A vehicle was reported stolen and then returned in the 2600 block of Aspen Court Sept.

13.

• Harassment was reported in the 3600 block of East County Line Road Sept. 12.

• Disorderly conduct was reported in the 1900 block of Orchard Lane Sept. 13.

• Theft was reported in the 3100 block of Glen Oaks Avenue Sept. 12.

• An unwanted person in the 4700 block of Stewart Avenue was given a ride home to Hugo Sept.

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• A vehicle was stolen in the 3500 block of Hoffman Road Sept. 12.

• Theft from a vehicle in the 4800 block of White Bear Parkway was reported Sept. 12.

• A man was arrested for terroristic threats, multiple felony warrants and a DWI Sept. 12 in the 3600 block of Prairie Road.

• Two vehicles were rummaged through in the 5000 block of Woodcrest Road Sept. 14.

• A vehicle window was shattered and cash was taken in the 2700 block of County Road E Sept.

14.

• License plates were stolen off a truck in the 4800 block of Bloom Avenue Sept. 14.

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The White Bear Lake Area Historical Society is proudly celebrating 50 years of preserving local history this fall! Join us on September 25-27, 2020 as we stream 50-hourly online segments (live and pre-recorded) that will showcase our community’s rich history, as well as highlight the work we do at the Historical Society.

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Founded in 1930, our local VFW Post has a fascinating history. The post is named after Gerald Keep and Earnest Zimmer, the ďŹ rst two WBL natives to die in World War I. Member Don Pepin, aboard the USS Ward, ďŹ red the ďŹ rst shots against Japan by America in WWII. As part of a group of Minneapolis reservists, the crew of the Ward ďŹ red at a Japanese submarine outside of Pearl Harbor on the morning of December 7, 1941, before the infamous attack on America. At ďŹ rst the Navy refused to believe the encounter; and only recently, upon ďŹ nding evidence of the wreckage, have they acknowledged the attack on the submarine took place.

The club moved to their current location on the western shore of White Bear Lake in 1962 when the members borrowed $2,000 from the ladies auxiliary, and there have been several expansions over the years. With over 400 members, VFW Post 1782 has been a stalwart supporter of not only our Veterans, but the community as a whole as well. Some notable activities include: support for the 407th Civil Affairs Battalion and their families when they’re on deployment; hosting of a ďŹ shing excursion of Medal of Honor recipients in 2016; hosting of the Governor’s Fishing Opener Breakfast in 2009; support of the annual Ruck-March, put on by the

407th; pull tab revenues support many local charities and non-proďŹ ts, such as youth sports and veteran’s causes in the community; Honor Guards and Color Guards at local community events and veteran’s funeral services; support of Veteran’s Memorial Park; and much more.

With a ďŹ ve-star location and beautiful view of White Bear Lake, the “Vâ€? is a popular destination for locals looking for a reasonably priced dining experience; according to Club Manager Sheila Parato and House Committee Chair Mike Lindvall. They offer casual fare, a great view, friendly staff, and camaraderie amongst vets of all different eras. The Club welcomes guests seven days a week from 11 am to 10 pm, with breakfast served starting at 9 am on Sundays. The current Commander is Leo Cooke.

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Ben Pratt, owner of Ingredients CafĂŠ had a vision of a community focused, Burger and Sandwich restaurant in downtown White Bear Lake. The restaurant would be chef-driven, fast-casual, high quality and affordable. In May of 2019 his vision took to fruition when, after signiďŹ cant remodeling challenges to the old Red Lantern sushi restaurant space, The Burger Bar opened on 4th street, across from his own Ingredients CafĂŠ.

As supportive members of the community, The company sponsors several youth hockey teams, both boys and girls; as well as other youth sports team. Ben likes that many of the coaches of these teams are friends he grew up playing hockey with in WBL. The new concept is lean and mean with the food focus on outstanding burgers, roast beef sandwiches and fried chicken sandwiches.

There are also wings, salads and side dishes and their beef and chicken are sustainably farmed, cruelty-free and never frozen. There is beer and wine to accompany your meal as well.

COVID has obviously hit all restaurants hard, but probably even more to those whose seating capacity was already fairly small.

To face this challenge head on the restaurant did a quick pivot to online ordering. As luck would have it, their initial conversion crashed their computer system and they had to scrap the old system and invest

in a newer one to keep the orders ďŹ&#x201A;owing. A blessing in disguise, the new system enabled the Burger Bar to bring develop some new and beneďŹ cial programs, such as their new VIP loyalty program, which has been a hit with customers. Ben is excited about the new Burger of the Month (BOM) club they are starting and they will soon be unveiling a new item called the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Buffalo Billy Clubâ&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x201C; a JuicyLucy style burger made with buffalo meat and stuffed with bacon jam and blue cheese. Yikes!

Take-out has developed into a considerable percentage of their overall business and as the weather starts to cool Ben feels it will only continue to be an important component of ensuring the restaurantâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s success. Fans may order through the Burger Bar web site at burgerbarwbl.com The Burger Bar employs on average around nine employees. They are open seven days a week from 11 am to 8 pm. They are open all winter.

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Written by Ken Galloway Ken has been a hospitality executive and professional chef in the Twin Cities for many years and has been a long-time supporter of the local hospitality scene.

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We want to stay open for you. Have you supported your favorite restuarant this week? As many businesses re-open following efforts to slow the COVID-19 pandemic, they need the communityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s support now more than ever to survive. Join the effort to ReGrow White Bear as we cultivate growth, community and awareness to create a vibrant, bright and thriving White Bear Lake area.

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NATURALIST: Studying endangered bonneted bat in Florida FROM PAGE 1A

at the path his daughter has taken.

“She’s been on a science track since she was practically in diapers. Her interest in science was fostered by my wife Catherine at an early age,” he said.

“I could couple her interest in science with a strong desire to try and make a difference in the world.”

“I realized how important they are for our ecosystem in terms of eating so many insects and helping with crop pest management. They’re pollinators, too, and disperse seeds. I was really excited to study them,” she said.

Now she’s studying the Florida bonneted bat.

“That’s my main species of focus.

They were declared endangered in 2013 and we don’t know much about them, so it’s really exciting to work on this species because anything we find out is going to be new information — which is cool,” Nicholson said.

From January through August Nicholson was in south Florida doing fieldwork.

“I’m trying to understand the effect of filling these canals, trying to do environmental restoration and what impact that restoration has on the bat community,” she explained.

Each day, Nicholson would travel to one of five field sites where she would

“I’m interested in getting a Ph.D. after this, and I’m interested in eventually teaching. I really love educating others and talking to people about the environment and why it’s important for us to be responsible with our natural resources.”

Laura Nicholson Master’s student, Wildlife ecology and Conservation move or remove several field acoustic detectors. A total of 97 acoustic detectors were dispersed throughout the state forest.

Since the detectors are all fairly far apart, Nicholson had to figure out how to travel to each one, which was harder than she originally thought.

“I had done some field work in Minnesota and other places, but I was not prepared for how challenging working in the Florida swamp would be. There’s water, a few inches to a few feet deep.

It’s super muddy. So much of my day-today was figuring out how to get to new places. It was an unexpected aspect of my work but it ended up being pretty fun,” Nicholson said.

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EDUCATORS: Helping families navigate pandemic learning FROM PAGE 1A

have a regular kindergarten experience. This year, I’m going to attempt to home-school as much as I can so she doesn’t lose what she learned in preschool,” Lange explained. “Kindergarten is so important for setting them up for how school is done.”

Lange and her husband chose the distance-learning model for safety reasons.

“COVID is very new and it is hard to get numbers on how impactful it is on children. Children have been home since March, so the data doesn’t really exist and we didn’t feel like we wanted our children to be part of that experiment,” she said. “What if our kids were carriers of it? My husband works in a hospital for children, and we wouldn’t want to bring that there and accidentally, not knowingly, expose somebody who is fragile. There are a lot of risk factors that we didn’t think were worthwhile right now until there is more data and we learn more about it.”

In addition, it also came down to logistics. Lange said the days she would need to be on site teaching in her district did not align with the days her children would be in school. “It is a logistical nightmare allowing districts to do different things.

If you don’t work where you live, it is nearly impossible. I can’t be in two places at once,” she said.

She added that school-age child care is also hard to come by and incredibly expensive. “That would defeat the entire purpose of having them stay away from other families and kids.”

Lange is hopeful that she will be able to return to her job in February if things calm down.

White Bear Lake resident Mary Davis has three children in her home who all attend Birch Lake Elementary, a part of White Bear Lake Area Schools.

She chose to keep them all at home distance learning this fall.

“It was a really hard decision,” she explained. “I just feel like it is really hard for kids to keep on a mask all day. It is really hard for adults … To make

“(My daughter) is a really good student. It is not that she needs the educational help so much as she needs the social aspect and the accountability,” Sarah Olson Centerville resident

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sure that the teachers are safe, it is not just about the kids. The teachers are at risk as well.”

Last spring, Davis had to quit her job so she could stay at home with the children while they were

“COVID is very new and it is hard to get numbers on how impactful it is on children. Children have been home since March, so the data doesn’t really exist and we didn’t feel like we wanted our children to be part of that experiment,” she said. “What if our kids were carriers of it? My husband works in a hospital for children, and we wouldn’t want to bring that there and accidentally, not knowingly, expose somebody who is fragile. There are a lot of risk factors that we didn’t think were worthwhile right now until there is more data and we learn more about it.”

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distance learning. “Without child care, it was too hard,” she said. She found herself having to play the role of parent and teacher, and knew she would need a little bit of assistance this year.

“I had to look through all of these different search engines to try to help them,” she said. “They weren’t able to go up to a teacher and have them show them different ways to figure out the problem.”

For that reason, Davis applied and was accepted into the Tech Packs program, a partnership between Tech Dump, Literacy Minnesota, Saint Paul Public Library and Ramsey County. The program brings computers, internet and digital literacy training into the homes of Ramsey County residents who have experienced economic impacts due to COVID-19. The program also helps pay for online tutoring for reading, spelling, math, etc.

“I felt like it was necessary because now they are in distance learning and it is a new year, so the curriculum is going to get harder,” Davis explained.

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New local band, Luutsön, has Swedish roots

BY BROOKE WOHLRABE CONTRIBUTING WRITER

White Bear Lake resident, Seth Bostrom, is the frontman of the new band Luutsön. The band’s first single, Nössemark, was released on Sept. 18.

The band is made up of friends: Bostrom does vocals, guitar and keys; Tim King is on the drums, Joe Harrier plays bass and Jake Larson is on guitar.

Bostrom described Luutsön as blending styles that date back to the ’80’s, from bands like The Cure, New Order, and Slowdive, to more modern bands like The Killers, Wild Nothing, and The 1975.

Bostrom grew up nearby in St. Paul, but the band has Swedish roots, which could be guessed from the spelling of the band name.

“I basically took the town in up north Minnesota and changed the spelling a little bit,” Bostrom said.

Their first single is also rooted in Swedish heritage.

“The name of the first song is actually a little town in rural Sweden. That’s where my last name came from and my family came from. It’s a very heritage deep-rooted thing,” Bostrom explained.

“The song is about family and home and that sense of belonging,” he added.

The creation of a band and release of a song is a long time coming for Bostrom.

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He has had an interest in music since he was young and began playing the guitar in middle school.

“I always wanted to write a song and I thought everyone wanted to do that at the time. I found out much later that not many people want to or can,” he said.

Bostrom has been performing professionally either with churches or gigging for the last six years or so, but shared he had a band in college, too.

“That was definitely eye-opening to be able to do it and have fun and make a little money. I always gravitated toward other people that were recording, writing and putting things out,” Bostrom said.

Bostrom and his bandmates have

known each other for years and had performed together, but the creation of Luutsön is new.

“We started recording in January of this year. It’s been a year that we’ve been passing stuff off to each other. This is its own thing with its own specific message.

It’s more specialized than just playing around,” he said of the band.

As the songwriter of the band, Bostrom has drawn inspiration from some very personal experiences.

He shared that several years ago, he and his family moved to Alaska for a job.

They were there just a year before they moved back to Minnesota.

“That’s when it started. Just experienc-

ing isolation even as a family was very real. I also lost my dad and I was really close to him. He had cancer and fought just a few years. Really difficult things like that were the beginning of this band.

Coming out of grief and from that, having hope again and doing life,” Bostrom said.

Bostrom put more focus on writing songs to help him process the challenges and loss he was facing.

“It’s been a journey and that’s the heart of it. It’s really deep but also really accessible depending where people are coming from,” Bostrom explained.

Of course, starting a band during a pandemic has brought its own challenges. Luutsön would like to get back to playing live shows, which can’t really happen right now.

“When it’s safe to do so, we’re ready to do it but nobody knows when that will happen,” Bostrom said.

The band’s first single, Nössemark, is available on a variety of platforms including Apple music, Spotify, iTunes, Google Play Music and YouTube.

Luutsön will release another song — likely in October — but Bostrom said there are quite a few more songs that are done and ready to move forward.

“This is just the tip of the spear,” he said.

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Loon Chronicles V: Job well done

CONGRATULATIONS TO THE LOON PARENTS ON A JOB WELL DONE! NOW THAT THE CHICKS ARE ALMOST THREE MONTHS OLD, THE PARENTS HAVE MOVED ON, LEAVING THEIR CHICKS BEHIND TO FEND FOR THEMSELVES.

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Fall migration is definitely underway for adult Loons all over Minnesota. They can be seen starting to gather or stage on larger lakes, before heading south, often with a layover on Lake Michigan. The same thing is happening on White Bear Lake. We have not seen the chicks’ parents for about two weeks and believe that they have moved on to their wintering destination. Loon parents typically leave their chicks to find their own way, eight to ten weeks post hatch.

By all accounts, the Loon parents have done an excellent job protecting and schooling their chicks on being a Loon. The inventory of skills the chicks have mastered in just a few months is daunting: fishing, diving, preening, communicating above and under the water, flying, dodging propellers and Eagles, and flowing with the rhythm of the day. As was the case with the chicks in 2016, some of the older Loons appear to have temporarily “adopted” the chicks. Last week, we spotted one of the older Loons delivering a large sunny to one of the chicks. After successfully swallowing the fish, the chick circled the older Loon’s neck looking for approval and affection. The number of drop in Loons, comprised of old warriors, rafting bachelors, emerging adults, juveniles and chicks from other lakes, continues to grow. On one of our trips, we spotted two groups with no less than ten in each. As the older Loons move on, the chicks will continue to fish on their own during the day and gather at sunset. Safety in numbers. The eagles remain a threat and with only a few returning coots, this fall, the chicks are an easy target.

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Cyclists create fundraising ride for local youth activities

BY BRUCE STRAND SPORTS CONTRIBUTOR

Three dedicated bike riders are using their sport to raise money for local youth activities.

The “Bear Bike” team plans a 50-mile bike ride at 15 mph around town October 10 on behalf of White Bear Lake Area Schools Community Services and Recreation Department.

They are inviting anyone interested to join them while making a donation to the cause. “$100 is encouraged,” their press release states.

The cyclists are Trevor Putnam, school psychologist at Birch Lake Elementary; his brother Tony Roth, of Minneapolis; and Tony’s girlfriend, Holly Hardzinski.

The brothers are White Bear Lake graduates. Tony played hockey and soccer for the Bears. Holly is a business woman who played for a state softball championship team with Burnsville High School. She has been involved in bike fund-raisers for several years, and inspired Tony and

Trevor to take up the sport.

“The three of us strongly agree that kids need to safely participate in social interactions and play,” Putnam said. “This fundraiser will provide families with more opportunities to participate. We thank you for your support in helping the community grow stronger together.”

The course will start at Birch Lake Elementary. It includes Bald Eagle Lake, Gateway Trail in Mahtomedi, and South White Bear Lake, and will end at Big Wood Brewery. If a participant would like to start at Birch Lake Elementary and plan their own course, that’s fine, too.

The money raised will be donated through the school board, and specifically for families in need to participate in youth sports and activities, Putnam said.

They intend to establish a scholarship for K-12 students to access up to $200 per family. The typical enrollment fee to participate in a sport or activity is $80 to $100.

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Tony Roth, Holly Hardzinski, and Trevor Putnam posed after completing the Twin Cities 10Mile race at the Capitol in 2019.

Offers on table for golf course

GRANT — A seminar planned to pique the interest of possible investors in Stillwater Oaks Golf Course has been canceled.

The trustee for both the real estate and the golf course operation, Security Bank & Trust Company, made it clear the trust will not be hosting a meeting later this month.

According to Bill Kuhlmann, senior vice president and trustee for the property, the golf course has two written offers, both from developers, as of Friday, Sept. 11.

“We have seen no other offers,” Kuhlmann said via email.

The late Robert Nicholson, who owned the 146-acre golf course when it was called Sawmill, created a trust held by his widow Marian before he died. Upon her death, the property distributes to their beneficiaries in equal shares. That includes the six Nicholson children.

Kuhlmann explained that the day-to-day decision making is made by the trustee, subject to court supervision. “If people dislike any decision, they can go to court. But the Nicholson children have no say in the operations whatsoever.”

Offers for the property must be court-approved to consummate the sale. “We’re hoping it’s sold,” Kuhlmann said. “It will remain a golf course if the buyers so choose. It’s their decision to make.”

Robert Nicholson’s son Howard has been working to keep Stillwater Oaks a golf course, something he said his dad wanted. He told the Press last week two “big money guys” have indicated strong interest in buying the property and continuing it as a golf course.

“They’re willing to meet the $2.3 million asking price,” Nicholson said.

Kuhlmann said that figure is from a pre-COVID

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This is the last season for Stillwater Oaks under current ownership. The Nicholson family is hoping their new concept will keep the course open.

appraisal done 18 months ago. “We actually went out there at $3 million,” he said; was noting it was a “starting point” for negotiation.

“Howard told us a third offer is coming in,” Kuhlmann added. “A couple other groups have expressed some interest.” Time is of the essence, he noted. “We are trying to finalize a sale because decisions have to

Football, volleyball seasons to start in October Fall seasons for football and volleyball were approved by the Minnesota State High School League Monday morning as the board of directors reversed an Aug. 4 decision to have a spring season for both.

Football practices may begin Sept. 28, with the first games on Oct. 9 or 10, with a six-game regular season and a two-week post-season, format to be determined. according to a tweet by John Millea of the MSHSL. The vote was 15-3.

Volleyball practices will also begin Sept. 28 with a regular season of 14 dual meet competitions beginning Oct. 8. The vote tally was not announced.

Covid-19 restrictions still in place are no fans allowed for indoor competitions such as volleyball and a limit of 250 for outdoor competitions such as football.

be made soon for the golf course to prepare for next season — if it will be operated as a golf course. As of this moment, we have not seen an offer from someone who intends to keep it a golf course. That might change. We need to see something in writing.”

BUSINESS BRIEFS New Orthodontist in town White Bear Lake Orthodontics recently opened at 4437 Lake Avenue South.

Dr. Tamara Smith has been in practice since 2011. She attended the University of Minnesota-Duluth where she earned a Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry, a Bachelor of Applied Science in Exercise Science, and a minor in

Psychology. She continued her education at the Indiana University School of Dentistry where she earned her Doctorate of Dental Surgery in 2009 and her Master of Science in Dentistry in 2011. She is a published author and an active member in many leading dental and orthodontic organizations.

Dr. Smith, her husband and three children live in White Bear Lake.

For more information and hours, go to wblortho.com.

Xfinity opens at former AT&T site A new Xfinity store has opened at 925 E. County Road E in Vadnais Heights. Customers can shop in-person for internet, TV, mobile, home security and voice home phone services.

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Mahtomedi city budget to increase in 2021

BY LORETTA HARDING CONTRIBUTING WRITER

The Mahtomedi City Council kept to its annual budget timetable by holding a public hearing and approving the preliminary 2021 general fund budget at its Sept. 15 meeting.

In taking care of business, council certified its preliminary 2021 levy to Washington County and scheduled the annual truth in taxation public hearing at 7 p.m. Dec. 1. Council also scheduled a public hearing for the city’s 2021-2025 capital improvement plan for Nov. 2.

Finance Director Scott Schaefer presented an overview of the budget

that was hammered out at the council’s joint meeting with the Finance Commission on Sept. 1.

For 2021, general fund revenues and expenditures are both proposed to increase by 8.8%. No coincidence there — cities are required by law to present a balanced budget.

The dollar amount of balanced revenue and expenditures for the proposed 2021 budget is $6,811,615, compared to $6,259,198 for the 2020 final budget.

The proposed 2021 general fund tax levy stands at $3.4 million, a 2.6% increase from the 2020 final general fund levy of $3.3 million.

The proposed special levy, which funds debt service, is $1.8 million, an

18.8% increase from 2020.

All told, the 2021 proposed total city levy is $5,213,284, which represents an 8.0% increase from 2020.

The increase in the expenditure side of the budget was helped by large increases in five areas: administration ($27,005 increase), communications ($21,250 increase), city buildings ($11,214 increase), ambulance department ($18,283 increase), police ($24,535 increase) and street lighting ($26,500 increase).

The increase in the city budget will be reflected in upcoming property tax statements, in which home values have also risen. A $286,000 home in 2020 becomes a $300,000 home in 2021 and

will pay $1,084 in city property taxes in 2021, compared with $1,003 in 2020.

A $346,000 home in 2020 increases in value to $362,000 and pays $1,339 in city taxes for 2021, compared with $1,241 in taxes in 2020. A $477,000 home in 2020 increases in value to $500,000 in 2021 and pays $1,869 in city taxes in 2021, compared with $1,742 in 2020.

The city’s preliminary tax levy must be certified to Washington County by Sept. 30. The council may reduce, but not increase, the amount of the levy when it establishes the final certified levy in December based on its final 2021 general fund budget.

MAHTOMEDI CITY COUNCIL NOTES The Mahtomedi City Council took the following actions at its Sept. 15 meeting: • Following a public assessment hearing for Dahlia Street Improvements, passed a resolution adopting special assessments for the project. The total cost of the project is $765,808, and the amount to be specially assessed is $114,234.20. The remainder of the project will be financed by the city. The project includes full bituminous replacement, water main improvements, and storm drainage improvements on Dahlia Street between Mahtomedi Avenue and Warner Avenue.

Construction has been deemed substantially complete; only punch list items remain. All work is expected to be completed this fall.

• By a vote of 4-1 (Council Member Jeff Ledermann opposed) approved the vacation of a city-owned alley in the Hanson Addition, from Griffin Avenue to 904 Warner Ave. The action followed a public hearing on the petition from residents on the alley. The petition came about after the resident at 904 Warner was visited by Washington County Sheriff's Office deputies on behalf of a neighbor who wanted her to move her car so he could get his boat out of the alley. “Why should everyone else in the area get to do whatever else they want to, but the woman at the end doesn't get to even park her car and gets the sheriff called on her?” she wondered. Ledermann opposed the vacation because the alley was beneficial to the trees on it and created an open space that could be used as a trail. When an alley is vacated, there is no financial compensation to the city, City Attorney Bridget Nason said. The property would accrue to the adjacent parcels, and the new property lines drawn and honored accordingly. Once the property is vacated, the city gives up its claim to it, Nason said.

• Following a public hearing, passed a resolution certifying unpaid utility charges to Washington County.

On Aug. 31, letters were sent to 153 property owners whose utility accounts were delinquent in the amount of $139,445.15. As of Sept. 9, 41 properties have made $26,811.92 in payments. Property owners were asked to pay their bills in full by Nov. 15, make arrangements for payment or appear before council on Sept.

15. The unpaid bills then go to the county, Schaefer said. “This is consistent from year to year and this year, too,” he said. In 2019, the city sent out 150 notices with past due balances of $122,345.57. In that year, 100 property owners paid past due balances of $64,307.29.

The remaining accounts were certified to Washington County for collection along with their 2020 property taxes. Council asked city staff to publish the names of the delinquent accounts along with the property identification numbers in the future.

• Approved a request from property owners at 195

Bevins Lane for a minor subdivision to create three lots and denied a driveway setback variance. The total lot area of the subject parcel is 42,126 square feet; a single-family home is currently on the property. A city project to extend public utilities to these parcels is currently underway. The properties were recently rezoned from RR – Rural Residential to R1-C Low Density Residential. City staff and Planning Commission recommended approval of the subdivision and denial of the variance.

• Following the rezoning, approved a request for property owners at 188 Bevins Lane for a minor subdivision to create three lots. The lot area of the parcel is 43,710 square feet, and the single-family home currently on the property will remain. A city project to extend public utilities to these parcels is currently underway.

“I know we have to vote for it, but it makes me sad at the potential loss of the oak forest in that area,” Ledermann said.

• Approved the distribution of CARES Act Funds.

Minnesota counties, cities, and towns received $841 million in federal COVID-19 relief funds, and Mahtomedi received $605,736. The city proposes to initially distribute $226,372.32 in Coronavirus Relief Fund dollars to cover qualified city expenses of $196,372.32 to date. The city will also distribute $20,000 to the Technology Assistance Program (Century College Foundation) and $10,000 for a meal delivery program run by Newtrax in partnership with local restaurants.

The city will consider a formal resolution approving the distribution at an upcoming council meeting.

Lederman stressed the importance of the city doing everything it can to help local businesses.

• Scheduled a public hearing regarding a potential joint deer bowhunt conducted by the Birchwood Village City Council and inviting residents whose properties abut the proposed hunting area to attend the hearing.

Council also directed the city attorney and staff to bring forward the necessary legal amendments to city ordinances prohibiting the discharge of dangerous weapons within the city to temporarily allow the archery hunt. The hunting area in question involves city-owned undevelopable land to the northeast of the Wedgewood Development. As the deer hunting season starts at the end of November and public notifications must follow a timetable, look for council to start the process immediately.

• Presented the 10-Year Service Award to firefighter Melissa Johnson in her absence. “She did a great job,” Mayor Judson Marshall said, “I think it's great when people stay that long.”

• Approved construction pay voucher No. 2 for the Bevin, Bichner and Talahi Utility Extension to Park Construction Company in the amount of $427,153.86.

• Approved construction pay voucher No. 4 for the 2020 Street Improvement Project – Birchwood Road/Lost Lake Court in the amount of $358,750.24 to Meyer Contracting.

• Approved construction pay voucher No. 4 for Phase 4 West – Historic District Improvements in the amount of $718,957 to Geislinger and Sons Inc. • Passed a resolution declaring costs to be assessed and ordering preparation of proposed assessments for the 2020 Street Improvement Project. The total cost of the project is $1.7 million. The amount to be specially assessed is 10.5%, or $181,000. Of the remaining 89.5%, $1.5 million will be financed through the general tax levy, city utility funds and available city reserves, as determined by council.

• Passed a resolution calling for and ratifying an assessment hearing for the 2020 Street Improvement Project, which includes street rehabilitation, water main and sanitary sewer improvements along Birchwood Road and street rehabilitation and storm sewer improvements along Lost Lake Court. The assessment hearing for the project will be held at 7 p.m. Oct. 20.

• Passed a resolution declaring costs to be assessed and ordered preparation of proposed assessments for the Bevins, Bichner and Talahi Utility Extension Project.

The total cost of the project is $1.4 million. The amount to be specially assessed is 61%, or $912,400. Of the remaining 39%, $577,701.64 will be financed through a general tax levy, city utility funds and available city reserves as determined by council. Council also passed a resolution calling for an assessment hearing for the project. The assessment hearing will be held at 7 p.m. Oct. 20 • Approved construction pay voucher No. 1 for the 2020 Storm Sewer Improvement Project in the amount of $64,327.57 to Miller Excavating.

• Approved construction pay voucher No. 4 for the Dahlia Street Improvement Project in the amount of $64,843.82 to T. A. Schifsky and Sons Inc. • Approved an electric vehicle charging station in Veterans Park. Included in the 2020 budget was $10,000 for the charging station. However, a new service line, pedestal and the installation of both were needed to increase the load capacity to power the station. The change will cost twice as much as the city budgeted.

The total cost is now $20,140. Additional funds will come from the parks budget.

The council next meets at 7 p.m. Monday, Oct. 5, at City Hall, 600 Stillwater Road via teleconference. The meeting date was changed to accommodate Night to Unite.

Loretta Harding

POLITICAL BRIEFS League of Women Voters candidate forums online The League of Women Voters of White Bear Lake invites the public to submit questions in advance of several upcoming virtual candidate forums.

Questions should be emailed to lwvwbl@lwvmn.org and include the name of the particular candidate forum in the subject line.

For those interested in the Grant mayor and City Council elections, questions for the candidates should be emailed before Wednesday, Oct. 7. Candidates who have confirmed participation so far include Jeff Huber for mayor, and Jeff Schafer, Tom Carr and Wayne Sarappo for City Council.

Those interested in the Mahtomedi School Board forum should email ques-

tions before Thursday, Oct. 1. Candidates who have confirmed participation so far include Lucy L. Payne, Stacey Stout, Tony Vosooney and Kelly Reagan.

Questions for Minnesota Senate District 38 candidates Roger Chamberlain and Justin Stofferahn should be submitted by Thursday, Oct. 1.

The forums will be recorded in closed session and made available for public viewing on YouTube.

The following area candidate forums have been recorded and are available for public viewing by searching “LWV White Bear Lake Area” on YouTube: MN State House District 38B MN State House District 42B MN State Senate District 42 Vadnais Heights City Council

Visit the League of Women Voters White Bear Lake Area website for updated information and a link to the candidate forums at www.lwv-wbla.org.

In-person voting begins Persons eligible to vote may now cast their absentee ballot in person for the 2020 general election through Monday, Nov. 2.

In-person voting is available at the Ramsey County Elections Office, 90 W. Plato Blvd., Suite 160, St. Paul; the Roseville Library, 2180 Hamline Ave. N.; and the New Brighton Community Center, 400 10th St. NW, New Brighton.

Eligible voters may visit any location, regardless of their home address, and ballots do not need to be requested in advance. Additional sites may be added

and will be posted online. Additional information about voting and locations is available at ramseycounty.us/elections.

Residents of Washington County can cast an in-person ballot at the Washington County Government Center, 14949 62nd Street N. Stillwater and Headwaters Service Center, 19955 Forest Road N., Forest Lake, as well as other locations. Go to co.washington.mn.us/670/ Absentee-Voting for hours and more information.

Learn more about voting, including absentee voting, at sos.state.mn.us.

Check out Press Publications’ 2020 Voter’s Guide to read candidate profiles and other tips for navigating the upcoming election.

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FALL FRENZY When: Sept. 24-26 Where: Downtown White Bear Lake Details: Support local businesses with a weekend of events downtown, including Ladies Night Out on Thursday, Sept.

24; contest to vote for the best decorated Scarecrow; and the Flavors of Fall hosted by local restaurants and pubs.

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OUTDOOR CONCERT SERIES: JENNIFER ECKES & ARNE FOGEL When: 6:30 p.m. Friday, Sept. 25 Where: Hanifl Performing Arts Center, west parking lot, 4941 Long Avenue, White Bear Lake Details: Performance by Minnesota Jazz legends Jennifer Eckes and Arne Fogel. House opens at 5:30 p.m. Tickets $28 VIP;

When: 6:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept.

26 Where: Hanifl Performing Arts Center, west parking lot, 4941 Long Avenue, White Bear Lake Details: Performance by Chicago Tribute band Transit Authority. House opens at 5:30 p.m.

Up-In-Smoke food truck also on premises. Tickets $35 VIP; $30 general admission. Bring a lawn chair. Shuttle parking provided at WBLAHS North Campus; see website for parking instructions.

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HOME COMPOSTING ZOOM WEBINAR When: 10-11:30 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 26 Where: Ramsey County Master Gardeners, ramseymastergardeners.org Details: Learn the basics and benefits of home composting, including how to recycle kitchen waste, grow healthier plants, and create a more sustainable garden with this class taught by Ramsey County Master Gardeners in cooperation with Ramsey County Libraries. Register at https://bit.ly/3hOxyOg by

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MAKE A PAINTED STICK BOUQUET When: 10-11 a.m. Saturday, Sept.

26 Where: Live Zoom class Details: Family Friendly class hosted by White Bear Center for the Arts. $11/members; $14/ non-members. Ages 5+. Registration required.

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HANIFL FESTIVAL OF THE ARTS When: 1-4 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 27 Where: Hanifl Performing Arts Center, 4941 Long Avenue, White Bear Lake Details: Family-friendly event features displays and presentations from Lakeshore Players Theatre and Children's Performing Arts. Free; reservations required.

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50 YEARS OF THE WHITE BEAR LAKE AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY When: 6-7 p.m. Monday, Sept. 28 Where: Ramsey County Library via Zoom, rclreads. bibliocommons.com/ events/5f2db287681f992f00c1ac10 Details: Free online program celebrating the 50th Anniversary of the WBLAHS. Join to hear how things began, why the work the WBLAHS does is so important and how that work has changed over the decades. This

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is the regular monthly program and differs from the 50 for 50 Fundraising event. Registration required.

Contact: office@whitebearhistory.org

FOOD PRESERVATION ONLINE WEBINAR When: 6:30-8 p.m. Tuesday, Sept.

29 Where: Zoom, register to get link Details: Learn how to enjoy seasonal flavors and nutritional benefits by saving, storing, and preserving fruits and vegetables. Class introduces participants to the many different methods of food preservation. Register at https://bit. ly/2RolsQA. Contact: ramseymastergardeners.org

BEAR LEGACY FUNDRAISER When: 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 1 Where: Participants will receive a link when they register Details: Annual fundraiser for the White Bear Lake Area Educational Foundation is virtual and free to attend; an optional $50 VIP tickets is tax deductible and helps defray the cost of the event. Register online.

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BIG RED BARN SALE When: 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 4 Where: Bruentrup Heritage Farm, 2170 County Road D East Maplewood Details: More than 30 artisans,

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BAUBLES, BANGLES AND BLING When: 4-7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 8; 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Friday, Oct. 9; and 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 10 Where: Community Thread, 2300 Orleans Street West, Stillwater Details: Sale of one-of-a-kind vintage, new and gently used jewelry, handbags and fashion scarves to benefit Community Thread. Guests will limited to 30 at a time with masks and social distance required.

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COMMUNITY BRIEF Applications being accepted for CARES funding The City of White Bear Lake Relief CARES Act Relief Fund continues to roll out funding for Covid-19-related expenses.

Applications for the non-profit grant relief program will be accepted starting Sept. 28. Applications for the Emergency Assistance Grant program, offering both housing and childcare assistance to residents who have lost income due to the pandemic continue to be accepted through Community Action Partnership of Ramsey and Washington Counties.

Business Relief Grant applications will be accepted through SPEDCO until October 5. Northeast Youth and Family Services is accepting appointments for residents and people who work in the City of White Bear Lake for mental health support.

Additionally, the city is partnering with Newtrax for an innovative meal delivery program supporting local restaurants and residents. Applications are also being accepted from houses of worship located in the City to cover personal protective equipment expenses (PPE).

Due to federal guidelines, these programs are offered on a limited time basis, and demand may exceed available funding. Anyone interested should not delay in submitting an application for applicable relief grants or making an appointment for mental health services. More information about the programs can be found at whitebearlake.org/cares.

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Residents witness controlled burn The White Bear Fire Department performed a controlled burn of a structure in White Bear Township on Eagle Street near Park Street Saturday, Sept. 16. Assistant Chief Kevin Frison said White Bear Township approached the department to see if they wanted to use the structure for training and they couldn’t turn down the opportunity. “This is the most valuable training we can do. This is as real as we can get without an actual structure fire,” he said.

Normally, the department would invite neighboring fire departments, however because of COVID-19, they wanted to limit the group size and keep the training internal. During the approximately six-hour training, the department practiced a variety of skills including hose management, fire suppression, search and rescue techniques, relay pumping and vertical/horizonal ventilation, radio communications and rapid intervention team (RIT).

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Veteran’s memorial updates Above: Volunteer John Williams places a new paver stone in honor of David D. Janski at Veteran’s Memorial Park in White Bear Lake Thursday, Sept. 17. In preparation for Veteran’s Day commemorations, volunteers placed updated paver stones at the memorial, adjacent Keep-Zimmer VFW Post 1782.

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Because of COVID-19 concerns, a small ceremony is planned for Veteran’s Day at the site featuring an honor guard.

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MAHTOMEDI SPORTS BRIEFS Zephyr CC teams each win triangular The Mahtomedi cross country teams each won a three-team conference home meet on Friday morning on the school athletic fields. The Zephyr girls had 23 points, followed by Hastings with 47 and Tartan with 75. Hastingsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Linnea Urban was first in 21:11. For the Zephyrs, Makayla Fischer was second (21:27), Sarah Brings third (21:39), Kaia Kapfer sixth (22:23), Anna Thompson seventh (22:44) and Lauren Whiterabbit eighth (22:56). The Zephyr boys had 34, Tartan 48 and Hastings 57. Tartanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Matt Kummel won in 17:19. For the Zephyrs, Ryan Malvey was fourth (17:59), Lucas Granec fifth (18:07), Owen Affolter seventh (18:41), Chris Benson eighth (18:45) and Matt Gammons 10th. The Zephyr girls are 4-0, having also won a tri at Hastings the week before, and the boys are 3-1, placing second at Hastings.

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Annika Munson won at No, 1 singles in the conference championship match against Simley.

Zephyr tennis blanks Simley in clash of unbeatens Mahtomedi girls tennis completed a dominant run through the conference regular season, vanquishing previously-unbeaten Simley 7-0 on Tuesday, Sept. 15. The Zephyrs went 7-0 in the Metro East and 48-1 in individual matches. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We knew Simley was going to be our best test of this conference-only season,â&#x20AC;? coach Aaron Freer said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The fi rst 30-35 minutes of the match were a bit nerve wracking, so a lot of credit to Simley for that challenge.â&#x20AC;?

At No. 1, Annika Munson, facing her toughest opponent of the season, won 6-2 6-1 over Clara Thoemke. At No. 2, Mari Meger handed Sarah Borchard her fi rst loss 6-1, 6-0. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Meger was the fi rst match off the court to set the tone for the Zephyrs,â&#x20AC;? Freer said. At No. 3, Kate Hoffman pulled out a 7-5, 6-2 win. At No. 4, Hanna Bradt, normally in doubles, won 6-4, 6-3.

Senior captains Lauren Splett and Liv Kent handed Erin Borchard and Cayla Friemann their fi rst loss 6-0, 6-1. Splett, a five-year veteran, â&#x20AC;&#x153;volunteered her spot in singles to make the Zephyrs stronger through the doubles teams,â&#x20AC;? said Freer.

Alayna Schwieters and Nina Vander Louw at No. 3 prevailed 9-11, 6-2, 6-0, as did Kayla Meslow and Campbell Albers at No. 3, 6-1, 6-2.

Next is a conference tournament over three days.

Zephyr girls soccer tips Packers 2-1 Mahtomediâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s unbeaten girls soccer team edged the South St. Paul Packers 2-1 on Tuesday, Sept. 15, after sitting out two weeks and three games due to Covid-19. Katelyn Beulke scored with an assist by Cambelle Waldspurger in the first half, which ended 1-1. Audrey Barry got the game-winner for the Zephyrs (3-0) with eight minutes left, unassisted. Paige Janssen in goal stopped seven shots.

Zephyr boys, back in action, rout SSP, lose to Cadets The Mahtomedi Zephyrs returned to action â&#x20AC;&#x201D; after three postponed games â&#x20AC;&#x201D; with an 8-0 win over South St. Paul on Tuesday evening, then absorbed their first loss, against St. Thomas Academy 2-1, on Thursday evening.

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Mahtomedi (3-1) postponed games against Hill-Murray, North St. Paul and Tartan when a player tested positive for Covid-19.

Nolan Pratumwon led the rout of South St. Paul with three goals and two assists. TJ Bruner notched two goals and two assists. Ethan Peterson, Riley Einan and Michael Williams also scored, and Peterson made two assists. The Mustangs allowed just one shot on goal by the Packers (0-6).

St. Thomas Academy (6-1) took a 2-0 lead on goals by Matthew Vander and Will Guttery. Pratumwon got the Zephyrs on the board with four minutes left. â&#x20AC;&#x153;St. Thomas is very good, and we were coming off 14 days of quarantine, so our touch was a little off,â&#x20AC;? coach Dominic Isaac said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We were in a good spot physically and skill wise but two weeks off is tough.â&#x20AC;?

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White Bear girls nip Mustangs in clash of soccer unbeatens 1-0 White Bear Lakeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s No. 7 ranked girls soccer team is still unbeaten after surviving a stern test from Mounds View last week.

The Bears eked out a 1-0 win over the Mustangs in a duel of unbeatens at home Tuesday, Sept. 15, then tripped Irondale 3-0 there Thursday, their fifth shutout in six games.

Lauren Eckerle delivered the lone goal with four minutes left, after a collision with the Mustangsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; standout goalie Lauren McAlpine, who made 14 saves in the game.

The Bears are 6-0, allowing only one goal. Mounds View is 3-1-2, allowing only two goals. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It was a really tough game. I think both of our teams are very similar with overall talent at similar positions,â&#x20AC;? said John Dirkheising, Bear co-coach with Dave Ashley. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Both teams had good â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;keepersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; and early on we just couldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t get anything in tight. We were settling with shots from distance. That wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t going to work, with their keeper.â&#x20AC;?

Eckerle was poised just outside the box with the ball, on a give-and-go feed from Nicole Moore. McAlpine came out to meet Eckerle and they knocked each other off their feet. Eckerle was quicker to rise and booted the ball into an empty net.

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was great to see her look for that giveand-go alternative,â&#x20AC;? said Dierkhising.

The Mustangs kept the pressure on with 11 shots on goal. Bear goalies Haley Vokaty and Tristian Lehner made five and six saves, respectively, playing one half each. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Eleven saves was by far the most we had needed from them up to this point,â&#x20AC;? said the coach.

Against Irondale, Eckerle, Cami Bachmeier and Emma Wickstrom scored.

Providing assists were Gabby Hofeld, Chloe Simanek and Nicole Moore. The Bears allowed only one shot on goal by Irondale (0-6).

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WHITE BEAR LAKE SPORTS BRIEFS White Bear boys, girls CC beat Park White Bear Lake boys and girls each won a cross country dual over Park of Cottage Grove on Saturday. The girls won 16 to 47 and had the top four in Melanie Pankow (19:36), Natalie Andres (20:19), Claire Schneider (20:35) and Maggie Blanding (20:41) along with Lily Schneider in sixth (21:08).

After three small meets, boys coach Dan Kovacich observed: â&#x20AC;&#x153;The kids are learning to be racers, rather than just running hard like when there are 400 kids.

There are some good things about these dual meets, and I can see coaches wanting to do more of them after the pandemic is over.â&#x20AC;?

The White Bear Lake boys won 18 to 43 on Saturday. The Bears had five of the top six, with Trevor Locke fi rst (16:55), Ernie Mattson second (16:56), Ben McLaughlin fourth (17:17), Luke Williams fi fth (17:23) and Brayan Lemiux sixth (17:37).

The Bears have a 3-1 record after three small meets against conference rivals. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The kids are learning to be racers, rather than just running hard like when there are 400 kids,â&#x20AC;? said coach Dan Kovacich,

referring to the large meets that are normally held. â&#x20AC;&#x153;There are some good things about these dual meets, and I can see coaches wanting to do more of these after the pandemic is over.â&#x20AC;?

Bears tie Mustangs, nip Irondale 1-0 in boys soccer White Bear Lake got back to .500 in boys soccer last week with a 1-1 tie against Mounds View at home Tuesday, Sept. 15, and a 1-0 win at Irondale on Thursday. The Bears are 2-2-2 in six games. Against Mounds View, Gavin Rogers got the Bears on the board in the fi rst half with a crisp shot from the right side against Mustang goalie Adrian Petrich. The Bears and goalie Alex Carlson were working on a shutout when the Mustangs were awarded two penalty kicks late in the game for hand ball and tripping penalties.

Carlson foiled Aaron Hillâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s PK with 16 minutes remaining, diving to his left, but Simon Greer drilled his PK with 11 minutes left just inside the post to Carlsonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s right. There are no overtimes this season as one of the rules of play during the pandemic.

The Irondale match was scoreless until Jeff Odamtten scored late

in the second half off a corner kick.

White Bear netters top Irondale, Forest Lake White Bear Lake tennis got back to .500 by defeating Irondale 5-2 at home on Tuesday, Sept. 15, and Forest Lake 4-3 there Thursday. The Bears are 4-4 with two meets and the conference tournament remaining. In singles, Irondaleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Emily Rupp edged Alexina Erickson 2-6, 6-3, 6-4 at No. 1. The Bears took 2-3-4 singles as Mia Haskins won 7-6 (1), 6-1; Elia Groneberg won 6-2, 6-7 (1), 10-0; and Kaylee Zimmerman won 6-1, 6-0. In doubles, Maggie Blanding and Anna Franta prevailed 6-2, 6-3 at No. 1. Alex Reiland and Betsy Marier lost a close one at No. 2, 12-10 in the third set.

Joey Sunder and Tally Domschot won 6-1, 6-0 at No. 3. Against Forest Lake, the Bears pulled out three close matches, and swept the doubles points, while losing the top three singles.

Kaylee Zimmerman won 1-6, 6-2, 6-3 at No. 4. In doubles, Franta/Blanding won 6-3, 6-1; Marier/ Reiland won 6-3, 2-6, 6-3; and Sunder/Domschot prevailed 6-4, 7-5 at No. 3.

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The following candidate questionnaires for the 2020 Voter’s Guide were submitted on time and not included in last week’s White Bear Press due to an e-mail filter error. The Press regrets the error.

GRANT MAYOR QUESTIONS CANDIDATE

What are your top three priorities for the city?

If elected, how would you involve the public in making major decisions?

What can the City Council do in the next five years to help the city prosper?

If you could change one thing about the city, what would it be?

Jeff Huber Age: (no answer) Occupation: Self-employed Three most significant roles in civic involvement: If elected, this will be my second term as mayor although I have served two City Council terms and a term on the Grant Planning Commission. I’ve worked with affected residents in our flood-hit areas to maintain resident access and sponsored other governmental agencies to extend benefits to these residents. I’ve pushed for high-speed internet access citywide and accomplished a 1.5-mile infrastructure buildout in our last franchise negotiation. Educationally, I have a B.S. in business from UW and multiple continuing education certificates in various disciplines.

Continuing to maintain decorum and structure in our Council meetings. Since my term began negative press coverage of our meetings has disappeared; your wise vote supports this. I shall recommend budget increases consistent with inflation.

Government grown beyond the means of those it serves is counterproductive. We have the longest serving staff on record as they’re respected as true professionals and continuity of staff is critical when running minimal budgets while retaining our rural setting.

The public already makes most major fiscal decisions in the city. The public petitions the Council for our most expensive items, our road reconstruction and paving projects, and it’s in their hands.

The public moves the Council to structure and perform these projects at their urging, not the Council’s. We expect to continue this voter-empowered decision-making.

Residents have initiated many road projects this year and the citizen petitions to upgrade roads continue growing. I’m proud of this system and my residents driving this dynamic grassroots process.

City government has the responsibility to ensure basic services and rule structures.

I don’t believe my role is to hinder or promote prosperity.

Instead, I believe our role as a Council is simply creating and enforcing transparent and fair rules. Our businesses and creative individuals will create productive enterprise within our ordinances while these rules maintain and preserve our city in the country.

However, one infrastructure project that is imperative to creating prosperity is high-speed internet access in our city; I continue to work toward this goal.

Actually, two things are needed to continue attracting productive residents seeking solitude and country living.

It’s unacceptable for outstate Minnesota to receive state grants for internet infrastructure while Grant residents are denied access. Many businesses and educational pursuits are deprived of their functions without a high-speed connection. A concerted effort for this immediate infrastructure buildout using our state tax dollars is required to make sure suburbs can continue to innovate and educate.

Our state representatives also need to equalize the gas tax dollars paid only to cities over 5,000 in population. It’s not fair that 4,500-plus Grant residents’ gas taxes are gifted to communities over 5,000 in population yet NOTHING comes back to Grant to maintain and upgrade our 70 miles of roads. Our residents are maintaining other community’s roads with their gas taxes, 29 cents Minnesota tax per gallon, over $930 million collected per year.

VADNAIS HEIGHTS CITY COUNCIL QUESTIONS CANDIDATE

What are your top three priorities for the city?

If elected, how would you involve the public in making major decisions?

What can the City Council do in the next five years to help the city prosper?

If you could change one thing about the city, what would it be?

Erik Goebel

• Fix our roads and budget for future infrastructure needs.

• Make our city more efficient, sustainable, and improve our quality of life by following the principles of the Green Step City Program. More info at https:// greenstep.pca.state.mn.us/ • Make Vadnais Heights a leader with innovative programs. We need to stop asking what everyone else is doing and start asking, “what opportunities does this provide?” We can end regulations that are harmful to both businesses and the environment like mandatory parking minimums. We can test new technologies to make our streets last longer. We do not need to accept the status quo.

Fairness and transparency are values that I am running on.

We need to work on informing more people when major decisions come up so their voices can be heard. We need to meet people where they are and use more platforms to reach citizens.

I have supported hiring a city communications specialist and will continue to do so.

A prosperous city is one that provides basic services, offers opportunities, and promotes the happiness of its citizens.

The Council needs to listen to its citizens and be responsive to their needs. There is nothing we cannot do if we work together toward common goals. I support the formation of a Human Rights Commission to make sure we are doing our part to be inclusive and fair to everyone.

We must support both our business community and our residents. I will work hard to do just that.

I would build a stronger sense of community. We know that a sense of community and belonging is one of the most important factors to having a happy life.

Connectedness is so important for health and well-being.

Connecting with neighbors makes your neighborhood safer and more secure. This is why I pushed for a brewery at the Garceau site. A brewery is a place where groups can gather, socialize, hold events, and have chance interactions with neighbors, all building a sense of community.

Age: 36 Occupation: Chemist/Entrepreneur Three most significant roles in civic involvement: Vice President - Carriage House Condominium Association Board Member - Vadnais Heights Area Community Foundation Board Member - Garceau Task Force – Where I developed and promoted the idea of putting a brewery at the site; a plan that is moving forward!

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WHITE BEAR LAKE SCHOOL BOARD NOTES WHITE BEAR AREA SENIOR PROGRAM The WB Senior Center relies on membership dollars, grants, and donations for our daily operations. We are looking for volunteers who would be interested in grant writing to help support the center. If you cannot attend yet but want to pay for your membership, are looking to make a donation, or you would like information about any of our programs, please contact us at 651-653-3121 for details.

The White Bear Area Senior Center has re-opened to some of our groups. Coloring, Woodcarvers, Friends Who Care, Yarn B’s, In Stitches, and Readers Chat are all groups that can socially distance in the Center. Our craft corner is open and will be open 2nd Monday of the month and Thursdays from 11:30-3pm. If you are interested in joining any of these groups please contact us. New members (all adults) are welcome. Membership is $20 for the 20-21 year and required to attend programs and activities.

Mark your calendar for the following events: Sept 24-Free Farmers Market 1-3pm in the WB Senior Center parking lot October 20 & 21 -Footcare Clinic

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A d property t conveyance ffrom • Approved the city to the district. The property at 4969 Division Avenue will be used for the expansion of the North Campus site for the new combined high school there. The site has been used for the bus garage. The property was conveyed to the city in 1996 by the National Guard because it could not convey it to a school district. The district has been leasing the property. The City Council approved the conveyance last month. The property was used by the Guard as a maintenance facility connected to the Fourth Street Armory.

• Approved refinancing school building refunding bonds from 2012. The action is projected to save the district about $180,000. The bonds were for Oneka Elementary School, originally issued in 2004 and refunded in 2012.

• Revised the list of official depositories for district funds, accounts and signatures to include Kazmierczak, Timothy Wald, Andrea Johnson, Seth Mader and Jenna Battaglia.

• Approved a revised calendar due to the late start of the school year. School days added will be Oct. 14, Feb. 12 and April 5.

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Registration is now open for virtual enrichment programs in September and October! Upcoming programs include Books-Cheese-Wine, Armchair Traveler, a current event discussion group, and more. Participate via Zoom from your computer or by calling in on your telephone. Visit lyngblomsten. org/2ndHalfRegister to learn more and sign up to attend.

Newly Expanded Services for Caregivers: If you are a caregiver who needs support—whether you’ve used our services before or not—feel free to connect with us. We are here to help. Our staff are currently supporting caregivers remotely via phone and email, including: • Memory Loss Caregivers Support Groups via Zoom • Caregiver Coaching • Telephone Reassurance • Information on Local Resources • Daily Emails (Monday–Friday) with a variety of activity suggestions to keep your person with dementia engaged, along with tips on caring for yourself For more information about our caregiver resources or virtual programs, contact Lynn Amon, White Bear Lake Site Coordinator, at (651) 301-9445 or lamon@ lyngblomsten.org. Additional information is available on our website at lyngblomsten.org/COVID19Caregivers.

Everything You Want To Know About Medicare Topics include Parts A, B, C, & D of Medicare, application process, estimated costs, supplements, MAPD, and the right time to sign up. This an ideal course for people that are turning 65 or over 65 and coming off their employer medical plan. Instructor: Greg de Keuster, NPF Benefits Thursday, Oct. 22, 6:30-8 PM, District Education Center, room 121, FREE

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• Heard a presentation on the White Bear Lake Area Educational Foundation from President Andrea Loppnow and Executive Director Lori Arnold.

The foundation is receiving donations for its closet, which has been receiving calls from families in need.

• Superintendent Wayne Kazmierczak reported on the first day of school Sept. 14. “It was just wonderful to see students laughing and learning,” he said.

• Heard an enrollment report from Assistant Superintendent for Finance and Operations Tim Wald.

The district has 213 fewer students than last year in September. There are 8,477 students enrolled in hybrid and distance learning. About 79 % of elementary students are doing hybrid learning and 21 % distance learning.

For secondary students, about 76 % chose hybrid learning and 23 % distance learning.

• Held a first reading of the following school board policies: Policy 412, Expense Reimbursement; Policy 412, Procedures; and Policy 705, Investments.

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