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Community booster and baker John Lupo stands behind the counter of Grandma’s Bakery in downtown White Bear Lake. He sold the business earlier this month.

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Looking forward to the holiday season Above: Hannah Rediske and Michael Sturn play outside in downtown White Bear Lake during the recent early evening Holiday Open House. They will be returning with their Irish folk style music for the three Saturdays before Christmas.

BY DEBRA NEUTKENS STAFF WRITER

Blood, sweat, tears and a lot of cake mix have gone into John Lupo’s baking business over the last 44 years. As the Grandma’s Bakery owner nears his 68th birthday, he’s retiring his flour-dusted apron and calling it quits.

At right: Balloon decorations along 4th Street carry the message of “A Hometown Experience.”

SEE GRANDMA’S BAKERY, PAGE 9A

Local dealerships take steps against catalytic converter theft The theft of catalytic converters from parked vehicles has skyrocketed in the Twin Cities region, but a new pilot program from the Minnesota Automotive Dealers Association (MADA) aims to put a stop to these unchecked crimes.

The MADA received a Minnesota Automobile Theft Prevention Grant from the state of Minnesota. The MADA was able to purchase 10,000 CatEtch labels with this funding. These labels, which are inscribed with the vehicle’s VIN, can be adhered

to the underside of the catalytic converter, and are available to anyone who wants to protect their vehicle from theft.

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Resident Scott Costello feels the power lines along Schneider’s Bay look cluttered and unappealing. He asked the city to consider burying the lines to beautify the area. The map shows the area’s location on the lake’s south side.

One cost that didn’t make the final cut was buried power lines along Schneider’s Bay. Trail proponent Scott Costello made a last-ditch plea at the meeting to improve the view along that stretch of South Shore by making power lines disappear.

"The city has three areas with open views of the lake: Lake Avenue, the marina area and Schneider’s Bay," Costello said. "The first two are completed and the results are outstanding.

This project is our once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to elevate the bay to the level of the other two areas. This would have value to the entire city and especially the neighborhood south of the lake."

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Kauppi said project approval is at the "last hour" and getting Xcel on board could take months. Jones didn’t want to hold up the project and said if an extension is not possible, he’d let it go.

After the vote approving the design, the mayor apologized to Costello, saying it was "important to keep this project moving forward. We’ve been waiting a long time for this."

The effort was too little, too late, Costello admitted. "I had hoped to talk to council months ago, but I never got on the agenda," he said.

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Costello added that decorative lighting and buried power lines will make the area more attractive. He admitted it will be tough to make improvements with no private money, something that Lake Avenue homeowners provided for their street.

Both Mayor Jo Emerson and Council Member Bill Walsh worried spending public money for a better view would set a bad precedent. Burying lines is also not cheap; one estimate was $400,000.

Council member Dan Jones sided with Costello and asked if final design approval could be postponed 30 days to get a cost estimate from Xcel Energy.

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WHITE BEAR LAKE — “Road closed to through traffic” signs should appear in April as the rehabilitation of South Shore Boulevard and the adjacent Lake Links Trail gets underway.

The county and its design consultant are wrapping up plans for the project, which will go out for bids yet this fall.

Kimley Horn consultant Greg Brown took council on one last walk through the corridor before getting final design approval Nov. 9. Not much had changed. The boulevard will remain a county-owned two-way from White Bear Avenue to McKnight Road and become a one-way to Bellaire Avenue that will be "turned back" to the city.

There will be curb and gutter, improved crosswalks and parking bays. The trail along the lake will be separated by a 6-foot strip of lowmaintenance turf. Right-of-way issues have been few, but the county indicated it will take parcels by eminent domain if not resolved by Feb. 7.

"Based on the progress so far, we don’t expect any properties will get to that point," Brown told council.

"Support has generally been positive along the corridor. That is refreshing and pleasant."

He added that resident input has made the design better than it was a few months ago.

City Engineer Paul Kauppi said the city should "be on the hook" for about $400,000. There will also be a right-ofway cost share of about $128,000 for the 2022 project.

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he international space station grew peppers for the fi rst time. To celebrate the crew prepared the peppers and had space tacos. The fi rst micro greens were grown and eaten in space about six years ago. It was recently reported one of our own, Josh Cassada, a 1991 White Bear Lake High School grad, will captain SpaceX Crew-5 to the International Space Station in September, 2022. Roughly 600 people have ever traveled to space, including several who consider Minnesota home: Karen Nyberg, Heidemarie Stefanyshyn-Piper, Duane Carey, Robert Cabana, Dale Gardner, and George Nelson.

I knew Josh and his family, and he was a newspaper carrier here at Press Publications. He was known for providing great service on his route. I often write about the unique opportunity it is for kids to have their fi rst job as a carrier, and share about the famous people who got their start delivering newspapers. It’s especially Publisher’s fun to have one of our own carrier alumni find the success that Josh has.

View We are hopeful he will pack a current of the White Bear Press with Carter Johnson edition him on his trip to space. Sending a White Bear grad to space is another fi rst for our community. Congratulations to Josh and his family.

Community Partners Partnerships between local organizations and municipalities have been more critical than many realize. Over the last 40 years, surveys have been conducted to discover what is needed to keep our communities moving forward with charm and vibrant storefronts. The fi rst Macomb Study found that our small town main streets needed community events to help combat the competition from malls and big box stores. Community events and food options and entertainment would help attract traffic to downtown areas. The study also highlighted the square footage needed for retail and parking.

I’ve heard horror stories from communities where partnerships have failed. Volunteers get overwhelmed, and bureaucracy for some of the events that have been taking place for years kills the volunteer spirt. This doesn’t seem to be happening here. We have a lot to be thankful for in our communities from the standpoint of volunteers and community support. Our volunteers and service organizations like Rotary and Lions clubs, to name a few, have helped organize countless community events, festivals and celebrations such as fireworks displays, parades, movies in the park, and farmers markets. These events would not be possible without such partnerships and the support we receive from our city staff, public works departments, police and fi re departments who help with promotions, logistics, porta potties, event set-up, and providing security.

Thank you for all you do to help keep small town community events alive. Check out community volunteers in action at the many holiday events that will be happening over the next several weeks. Details can be found in our “What’s Happening” section on page 8A. Subscriptions Many of our long-time readers know that twice a year we ask for support with a subscription. Most critically, subscriptions help us employ professional journalists who provide our readers rich, relevant, local content. Your subscription also helps offset rising costs, such as labor, paper, vehicles for delivery, health care costs for employees, and utilities so we can heat our workplace and keep the lights on. New this year, thanks in part to a subscriber recommendation, is a “Support Journalism” yard sign to acknowledge the importance of the work of professional journalists.

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Opportunity, Hope at Century

he media is full of stories these days about people deciding to take a new career path.

Whatever the next chapter may be for you, it will be greatly impacted and empowered by your hard work and education.

Continuing and completing your education – whether it is one class, a degree or certificate – is vital in defining what your next chapter will be.

We are fortunate that there are many colleges, universities and vocational schools to help us start or re-start our educational journey to accomplish our goals. The schools have excellent staff and faculty members who Legislator can help you develop a plan.

Lingo Thousands of area Chuck Wiger residents are proud alumni of Century College, the most affordable higher education institution in the northeast metropolitan area.

This fall I was privileged to be at the grand opening of Century’s new Applied Technology Center. As a member of the Senate Capital Investment Committee, I supported Century’s request for state funds to build this beautiful new center. It has the state-of-the-art labs and cuttingedge equipment that will train students for careers in highdemand fields.

Century’s new center will

prepare students for careers in engineering, welding, digital manufacturing, biofabrication and computer-aided design.

The college also offers a wide variety of other degree programs, from business to accounting, marketing, criminal justice or computer science.

Impact Century serves over 16,000 credit and non-credit students per year.

Students can earn a two-year degree in a high-demand career field for less than $12,000. Or they can earn their degree and transfer to a four-year university and save thousands on earning their bachelor’s degree.

Last academic year, Century awarded scholarships totaling $515,810 to 341 students. For this fall semester 2021, the college awarded scholarships totaling $237,669 to 239 students.

In addition, Century gave out approximately $25,000 through their Acts of Kindness program as emergency funds for students in need.

The college has 41 percent students of color and 45 percent are first-generation college students.

Century generates $386.5 million in economic impact annually while supporting and sustaining 3,269 jobs.

High school students also can take advantage of Intermediate School District 916’s excellent Career and Tech Center on the campus of Century College.

Students can leave their home high school and attend a 916 program during the day. For

example, 916 has an excellent home construction program in which students actually build residential homes under the watchful eye of a highly qualified instructor.

Century also excels at offering skilled labor programming.

Skilled labor jobs have recently become much more in demand.

In fact, many companies across the state report that there are not enough qualified job applicants for open positions.

Century offers degrees in automotive service technology, heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems, solar and renewable energy, and much more. Century’s website is www.century.edu.

Visit the websites of area school districts to discover other career and tech program options. The districts’ community education programs are excellent sources of ideas for furthering your career or increasing your skills.

There also are many services offered for older workers who want or need a retraining program. The Minnesota Career Pathways websites offer a variety of public programs that can assist older workers.

For those who are unemployed, there are many services dedicated to helping you find new work or retraining.

I believe it is never too late to find your life’s purpose and make that next chapter incredible!

Sen. Chuck Wiger represents Senate District 42. He can be reached at sen.chuck.wiger@ senate.mn or 651-296-6820.

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Mahtomedi’s continued excellence

I’m writing to commend and thank Mahtomedi Public Schools teachers, staff, administration, school board members and Superintendent Duffin for continuing to provide students with an exceptional education. I was disappointed to read letters here recently that unreasonably disparaged the quality of education provided by Mahtomedi Schools.

Rankings aren’t everything, but being the No. 1-ranked high school in Minnesota in 2013 (by US News and World Report) was absolutely something to celebrate. Mahtomedi’s current ranking, No. 8 among traditional Minnesota public high schools, should also be celebrated!

Scoring in the top 3% of all (US News)

ranked Minnesota high schools does not represent “mediocrity,” as I read in one of the letters. I hope we aren’t teaching our children that it’s No. 1 or bust, or the next generation is going to be marked by a lot of people who consider themselves failures.

Our two kids (12th grade and ninth grade this year) have been Zephyrs since kindergarten. From the “Engineering is Elementary” program at Wildwood to the “Visiting Artist” program at OHA, the Washington, D.C. trip at Mahtomedi Middle School, and a wide variety of AP courses and a first-rate Fab Lab at Mahtomedi High School, Mahtomedi students continue to have challenging and unique educational opportunities. Curriculum continues to evolve, such as the introduction of the 3M Young Scientist Challenge at

the middle school and phenomenonbased instruction at the high school.

Particularly for a district of our size, the academics, athletics and academic clubs available to our students are exceptional.

In addition to top-notch offerings in traditional academic subjects, I applaud Mahtomedi for teaching about empathy and working to create a culture of inclusion and accountability. Empowering students and expanding their view through a global lens is critical for them to be future leaders in whatever field they pursue. The sky’s the limit for our Zephyrs!

PAID LETTER Thanking community for support

It would have been an honor and a privilege to serve on the White Bear Lake School Board, but unfortunately it was not meant to be.

Special thanks to my supporters who assisted in running a respectable campaign focused solely on a desire to improve our children’s educational system.

Best wishes to the entire District #624 community for a safe and happy holiday season.

Megan Wolgamot Malvey (Mahtomedi class of 1994) Birchwood

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Local physician helps save life at theatre Dellwood resident and physician Dr. Rhiannon O’Connor saved a woman’s life at a Minneapolis theater Sunday evening, Nov. 14.

During intermission at the performance of “A Christmas Carol,” Dr. O’Connor overheard an usher calling on the radio for an ambulance to help a woman in distress.

Identifying herself as a physician, Dr. O’Connor assessed the woman and determined that she was

BUSINESS BRIEFS New downtown boutique Emily Blake began her business, Bella Maria Creations, in 2011 selling handmade wedding accessories. Soon her passion for crafting grew to ear warmers, mug hugs, mittens, scarves and baby headbands. After entering the world of boutiques and craft shows, Blake decided to start her own online shop called Bella Maria Boutique. She recently opened a new brick-andmortar retail stop in downtown White Bear Lake, where customers will find handmade items from local artists and makers from all over the U.S. The store is currently open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Thursday, Friday and Saturday, and is located in Avalon Mall, 2179 Fourth Street. Learn more at bellamariaboutique.net.

slumped over in her seat, was not breathing, was not responsive, and was turning blue.

Dr. O’Connor opened the guest’s airway and the woman slowly began to breathe. She kept the airway open for over 10 minutes while waiting for the paramedics to arrive and take her to the hospital. The woman began to revive under Dr. O’Connor’s care.

The woman survived, but it is unknown if she would have survived the lack of oxygen and asphyxiation if Dr. O’Connor had not intervened.

“Dr. O’Connor saved a woman’s life that evening,” said her husband, Scott O'Connor, who is also a physician. “No one took her name that night, but she is a true hero.”

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Seasoned grill masters open Anderson Barbecue Supply in Vadnais Heights

BY CORINNE STREMMEL STAFF WRITER

Owning their own business has always been a dream of Rob and Erica Anderson, so when the couple saw the need for a barbecue store in the northeast metro, they jumped at the chance.

“We decided to take the leap in this part of town. There was one other barbecue store in Minnetonka. We saw there was a need in the Twin Cities,” says Rob Anderson.

Some might remember the days of the Outdoor Cooking Store, but since its closure in 2005 the northeast metro has been out of a location for barbecue supplies until now.

Since late June, Anderson

Barbecue Supply has been meeting the needs of beginning and master grillers alike.

Anderson began barbecuing when he was a kid. His dad traveled often when Anderson was young, so he saw grilling as a way to contribute to his family by helping out with dinner.

These days, you can find Anderson out grilling even in subfreezing temperatures.

He attributes advances in grilling to the technology of the pellet grill.

“You don’t have to stand outside for hours just to keep the fire going. It’s less of a problem with having a pellet griller. You can still get the grill fired up when it’s negative 10,

but we’re Minnesotans, so it’s not that big of a deal.”

At Anderson Barbecue Supply, customers can expect a wide variety of barbecue goods, all of which have been tried out

by Anderson himself.

“It’s all stuff I like or a product I really believe in,” he said.

The store even has a section dedicated to local products.

“We have stuff from Croix Valley Foods in Hudson, Jimmy Rays in Oakdale and Riffs in Arden Hills.”

Anderson wants his barbecue supply store to be welcoming to everyone, and hopes to ramp up some barbecue education with classes for anyone wanting to learn more cooking skills.

“This winter, we’d like to do a little bit of everything. We’ve thought about doing a date night class where couples can learn to break down a chicken or learn knife skills.”

The store can meet customers where they’re at with their grilling skills — not only individuals who are looking to cook for fun, but those who are interested in participating in barbecue competitions. The store also supplies a small handful of food trucks, like Northwoods Smokehouse in Cottage Grove.

Anderson Barbecue Supply is located in Vadnais Heights kitty-corner from the Village Inn. A product catalog is also available on the store’s website.

COMMUNITY BRIEFS Extension to offer food safety training webinar University of Minnesota Extension food safety educators Kathy Brandt and Suzanne Driessen will host a Cottage Food Producer Food Safety Training webinar and online course Dec. 4. The classes will fulfill the Minnesota Department of Agriculture food safety training requirements to register as a Minnesota Cottage Food Producer.

Those who register will qualify to make and sell non-potentially hazardous foods. Training focuses on food safety practices for all processes covered by the Minnesota Cottage Food law. Attendees can expect to learn how to produce, package, label, store and transport safe food products. Registration is $50 per person. For more information, contact Driessen at 320-203-6057 or driessen@umn.edu Property Tax Homestead Notice The Ramsey County assessor wants residents to know how filing a homestead application will affect 2022 property taxes and eligibility for a property tax refund.

Residents who have purchased or moved into a property in the past year should contact the county assessor to file a homestead application if

the resident or a qualifying relative occupy the property as a homestead on or before Dec. 31, 2021.

For agricultural property, a qualifying relative includes the child, grandchild, sibling, or parent of the owner or owner’s spouse. For residential property, a qualifying relative also includes the owner’s uncle, aunt, nephew, or niece.

Residents must apply on or before Dec. 31, 2021.

Once homestead is granted, annual applications are not necessary unless they are requested by the county assessor. Those who own or occupy a property as a qualifying relative should contact the assessor by Dec. 31 if the use of the property has changed during the past year. Residents who sell, move, or for any reason no longer qualify for the homestead classification are required to notify the county assessor within 30 days of the change in homestead status.

The Ramsey County Assessor – Homestead Unit can be contacted at 651-266-2040 or email AskHomesteads@ramseycounty.us. For more information about property taxes, visit ramseycounty.us.

National group hosts workshop on race Many Faces of the White Bear Lake Area and Braver Angels Minnesota are sponsoring an interactive workshop on “Depolarizing Conversations About Race” on Saturday Dec. 4 from 9 a.m. to noon at the Hanifl Performing Arts Center. The free workshop enables participants to talk about race in an inquisitive, non-judgmental way, regardless of underlying beliefs or political leanings.

While the workshop is primarily intended for White audiences, all are welcome to participate.

The workshop has been organized by the Rotary Club of White Bear Lake with the assistance of Lakeshore Players Theatre.

The workshop was created and is facilitated by Braver Angels, a national citizens’ movement that seeks to depolarize Americans by bringing liberals, conservatives and others together at the grassroots level to understand each other’s points of view and look for common ground.

For registration and more information, visit manyfaceswblarea.org/events.

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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:

Vadnais Heights • Ramsey County Sheriff’s Office deputies issued a Keep Our Police Safe (KOPS) alert at 7:16 p.m. Oct. 31 after shoplifters at the Vadnais Heights Walmart in the 800 block of County Road E fled the scene. The suspects had stolen merchandise and later attempted to use credit cards fraudulently to purchase gift cards. Deputies spotted the suspect vehicle leaving the parking lot and attempted a traffic stop on eastbound County Road E. However, the vehicle fled southbound on I-35E, starting a three-minute, 3-mile pursuit that ended in the interest of public safety.

• Deputies tracked a vehicle stolen from a Farmington woman to the Walmart Nov. 1, following a report of suspicious activity. After finding the stolen vehicle, deputies determined the incident to stem from a breach of trust, and all five juveniles involved were identified.

8 Deputies were called to the scene of a dispute Nov. 3 in the 700 block of County Road D after the registered owner of a vehicle objected to having his vehicle towed due to repossession. His misconduct caused damage to the vehicle during the towing process.

• A resident in the 1000 block of Berwood Avenue E. reported his roommate for stealing some of his items while moving out Nov. 3.

• A customer at a business in the 900 block of County Road E reported leaving a bank envelope containing cash on a counter Nov. 3 after paying for merchandise. She did not find the envelope when she went back to retrieve it.

• A motor vehicle was reported stolen from the 3600 block of Edgerton Street at 8:34 p.m. Nov. 3 after its owner left it running in the driveway. When he went back inside his house to quickly grab items, the vehicle was gone when he returned a few minutes later. After the vehicle was entered into the National Crime Information Center (NCIC) database, St. Paul police recovered it on Nov. 5. The vehicle had sustained

some damage, and the keys were missing. However, the license plates were still attached.

• A St. Paul man reported items stolen from his auto overnight Nov. 4-5 after he had left it in a visitor parking lot in the 1000 block of County Road D. • A St. Paul woman, 32, was cited Nov. 5 at the Walmart for misdemeanor theft and issued a trespass notice after she was apprehended for shoplifting from the store.

• A Brooklyn Park man, 24, faces domestic assault charges following an incident at 4:31 a.m. Nov. 6 in the 1100 block of County Road E, after which a male needed to be transported to North Memorial Hospital.

• A Stacy man, 29, and a Forest Lake woman, 26, were arrested on active warrants out of Washington County at 5:15 a.m. Nov. 6 in the 1100 block of County Road E after deputies ran the license plate of a vehicle they observed in a parking lot while they were on routine patrol.

The occupants asleep inside the vehicle were found to have the active warrants and were transported to

jail without incident.

• A cell phone left behind in an unlocked vehicle parked in the lot at Sucker Lake Park in the 4500 block of Rice Street was reported stolen Nov. 6.

White Bear Township • A catalytic converter was reported stolen from a Kia Rondo at 2:37 a.m. Oct. 31 while parked in the 1300 block of Jonquil Lane after the victim was awakened by a loud, scratchy noise. When the victim turned on an outside light, a sedan parked outside on the street left the area.

• A White Bear Lake juvenile and a White Bear Township juvenile were issued a trespass order from a business in the 5000 block of Highway 61 Nov. 3 following a disorderly conduct report involving the two youths, who have a history of rude and disruptive behavior.

• A bicyclist reported finding a set of license plates Nov. 5 at the side of the road in the 5200 block of Centerville Road. The plates, stolen out of Washington County, were removed from the NCIC.

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

Dellwood • A Dellwood Road resident reported items stolen from an unlocked vehicle Oct. 17.

Grant • A male with a lacerated ear due to wearing a mask was arrested Oct. 17 at Mile 12 of the Gateway Trail on a Ramsey County warrant for misdemeanor arson after Washington County Sheriff’s Office deputies were dispatched out to that location regarding a male walking along the trail talking to himself and behaving strangely.

During the arrest search, deputies located a glass amphetamine-smoking pipe in his pocket.

• The subject admitted to smoking meth five hours earlier. At jail, deputies found an additional glass pipe and clear baggie of a white crystalline substance in another pocket. He was seen by a doctor at Lakeview Hospital before being returned to jail.

• A Minnesota motorist was warned about marijuana and paraphernalia in a motor vehicle Oct. 17 following a traffic stop for equipment

violation on Lake Elmo Avenue N. and 66th Street N. The items were confiscated for destruction.

• The driver of a gray GMC Jimmy was cited Oct. 21 on Highway 96 and Manning Avenue N. for failure to provide proof of insurance and misuse of a license plate after deputies on routine patrol pulled him over for displaying plates registered to another vehicle. The driver admitted to putting his father’s plates on his own vehicle as he had not yet transferred the title nor obtained insurance on his vehicle. Deputies gave the driver a courtesy ride home.

Mahtomedi • A Shamrock Way resident on Oct. 17 reported property theft.

• The Mahtomedi Fire Department on East Avenue reported an unknown male with a fire department access key for burglary after he entered the facility Oct. 18 and stole all the master keys from the office.

• A Loretta Lane resident on Oct. 19 reported receiving a suspicious package.

• An East Avenue resident on Oct. 20 reported credit card transaction fraud.

• A newspaper carrier at 3:49 a.m. Oct. 21 reported a bear for running into her vehicle while she was delivering papers in the 1000 block of Griffin

Avenue. When deputies arrived on the scene and checked the area, they reported no damage to the complainant’s vehicle and no bear. As Mahtomedi’s deer population is much larger than its bear population, deputies suggested a deer might have been at the root of all the consternation.

• Deputies working extra patrol for the Manning Avenue detour detail cited a motorist at 7:28 a.m. Oct. 22 in the 7000 block of Hilton Trail N. for driving after suspension after they pulled him over for because the driver’s side headlight was not illuminated. On routine presentation of the driver’s license, the motorist showed only a Minnesota identification. A quick mobile data computer (MDC) check revealed the driver to have been suspended. The subject was verbally warned for the malfunctioning headlight.

• A Loretta Lane resident on Oct. 22 reported items stolen from a motor vehicle. No suspect information exists.

Pine Springs • A motorist was cited at 12:32 a.m. Oct. 23 on Hilton Trail N. at Highway 36 for driving after revocation.

POLICE REPORTS The White Bear Lake Police Department reported the following selected incidents: • Officers responded to a dispute at a business in the 4600 block of White Bear Parkway Nov. 4.

• Two packages were stolen in the 4900 block of Lake Avenue Nov. 4.

• Disorderly conduct was reported in the 3600 block of Hoffman Road Nov. 4.

• A Hugo man was arrested for DWI following a traffic stop at Highways 61 and 96 Nov. 4.

• A St. Paul driver was arrested for DWI following a traffic stop at Old White Bear Avenue and Lake Avenue S. Nov. 4.

• A Jordan woman was arrested for DWI following a traffic stop in the 1600 block of Highway 96 Nov. 5.

• A property owner in the 3700 block of Kenny Lane requested a permanent trespass order Nov. 5 and is seeking further protection orders due to ongoing harassment issues.

• Officers responded to a dispute in the 4800 block of Otter Lake Road Nov. 5.

• Theft was reported in the 4800 block of Highway 61 Nov. 5.

• A St. Paul man was arrested for DWI in the 4500 block of Centerville Road Nov. 6.

• Theft from a vehicle occurred in the 3300 block of Glen Oaks Avenue Nov. 6.

• A vehicle was stolen Nov. 11 in the 3500 block of Century Avenue.

• A domestic dispute was reported in the 2100 block of Roth Place Nov. 6.

• A mother reported her high school student was harassed by unknown students Nov. 6.

• A Mahtomedi man was arrested for multiple traffic infractions Nov. 6 near the intersection of Labore Road and Goose Lake Road, Gem Lake.

• Officers investigated a vehicle in the 5000 block of Bald Eagle Avenue Nov. 6 that may have been used in a hit and run incident in St. Paul.

• A catalytic converter was stolen in the 4600 block of Krech Avenue Nov. 6.

• A White Bear Lake man was arrested for DWI in the 4500 block of Highway 61 Nov. 7.

• Officers responded to a report of an aggravated robbery that occurred in the 3900 block of Linden Street Nov. 7.

• A tire was stolen off a vehicle in the 1800 block of Birch Street Nov. 7.

• A storage unit was burglarized in the 1800 block of Buerkle Road Nov. 7.

• Theft from a vehicle was reported int eh 3700 block of Bellaire Avenue Nov. 8.

• Disorderly conduct between a brother and sister was reported in the 3600 block of Hoffman Road Nov. 8.

• Theft was reported in the 2700 block of County Road E Nov. 8.

• Theft was reported in the 1700 block of 4th Street Nov. 9.

• A White Bear Lake man was arrested for 16 outstanding warrants and a new misdemeanor violation of a protection order charge near the 3600 block o fHoffman Road Nov. 9.

• A catalytic converter was stolen in the 3700 block of Saint Regis Drive Nov. 9.

• Officers responded to an attempted vehicle theft in the 2500 block of

Crown Hill Court Nov. 9.

• A vehicle was reported stolen overnight Nov. 10 from the 2500 block of Manitou Island.

• Phone theft occurred at WBLAHSNorth Campus Nov. 10.

• Disorderly conduct was reported in the 3600 block of Hoffman Road and the 2500 block of County Road F Nov. 10.

• Robbery was reported in the 3900 block of Linden Street Nov. 11.

• Officers responded to an unwanted person going into several local businesses in the 2200 block of 4th Street Nov. 11.

• Officers mediated a disturbance in the 3500 block of Rooney Place Nov. 11.

• Utility boxes were reported stolen from a residence in the 3800 block of Linden Avenue Nov. 11.

• Theft was reported in the 3100 block of Manitou Drive Nov. 11.

• A White Bear Lake man was arrested for outstanding warrants for theft and burglary Nov. 11 in the 1700 block of Birch Lake Avenue.

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PUBLIC SAFETY BRIEF White Bear Lake woman convicted of drug possession Shannon Mary O’Brien of White Bear Lake has been convicted of fifth-degree possession of a controlled substance.

On Aug. 31, 2020, law enforcement responded to the area of the 100 block of 12th Street Southwest in Forest Lake on a reported 911 hangup by a male caller.

According to the criminal complaint, officers were flagged down at the scene by the caller, who reported that his girlfriend, Shannon Mary O’Brien, took the keys of the U-Haul he was driving and walked away. Law enforcement confirmed

O’Brien had two active warrants and promptly located her.

O’Brien denied that she had the key and prompted officers to search her purse. Upon searching, officers located a drug pipe containing a small amount of methamphetamine.

O’Brien said the methamphetamine was hers and admitted that another methamphetamine pipe and bag of methamphetamine was in the bushes near her. The officers found the substances in the bushes.

O’Brien has been sentenced to a stay of imposition, three years of probation and a $50 fine plus surcharge fees.

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LUNCH AND TABLE GAMES When: noon Wednesday, Nov. 24 Where: Christ the Servant Lutheran Church, 3676 Centerville Road, Vadnais Heights Details: Bring a bag lunch and play table games with friends. Coffee provided. Meeting held on Nov. 10.

Contact: 651-204-6000 or cityvadnaisheights.com

THANKSGIVING WEEK COMEDY SHOW

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“White Christmas” When: 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 18; 7:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays and 2 p.m. Sundays, Nov. 19-Dec. 12

Details: Lakeshore Players perform the classic holiday musical. Tickets $25-$30.

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

Contact: 651-478-7427 or lakeshoreplayers.org

SHOPPING NIGHT AT WBCA When: 6-8 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 18 Where: White Bear Center for the Arts, 4971 Long Ave. Details: Buy gift items made by local artists at the WBCA's new retail store. Members receive an extra 5% discount.

Contact: whitebeararts.org

“CHICAGO: TEEN EDITION” When: 7 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 18, Friday, Nov. 19, and Saturday, Nov. 20; 2 p.m.

Sunday, Nov. 21 Where: Chautauqua Fine Arts Center, 8000 75th St. N. Details: Mahtomedi High School Fall Musical. Tickets $10 students and seniors; $13/adults.

Contact: Zephyrfinearts.org

“INTO THE WOODS” When: 7 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 18, Friday, Nov. 19, and Saturday, Nov. 20 Where: WBLAHS North Campus Theater, 5045 Division Ave. Details: Favorite storybook characters come together for an epic fairytale.

Tickets $12/students; $15/adults online or at the door Contact: 651-653-2967 or bit.ly/ wblwoodstickets

Details: Variety of fair-trade items including handicrafts, foods, toys, clothing and more.

Contact: fpc-stillwater.org/alternativegift-market

VADNAIS HEIGHTS FOOD PROGRAM When: 9-11 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 20 Where: Vadnais Heights Commons, 655 E. County Road F Details: Distribution of food to any family in need considered lower income. Proof of residency required. May register day of event.

Contact: 612-245-9259 or cityvadnaisheights.com/foodshelf

CHRISTMAS AT THE COURTHOUSE HOLIDAY BAZAAR When: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 20 and 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 21 Where: Washington County Historic Courthouse, 101 Pine St. W. Stillwater Details: Wander into a winter wonderland at the Historic Courthouse decorated for the season, and shop the vendors of hand-crafted items, tour exhibits and take photos in the holiday display. Free admission; $3 suggested donation.

Contact: 651-275-7075 or co.washington. mn.us

FOREST BATHING RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVE When:10 a.m.-4 p.m. Friday, Nov. 19 Where: Culver's, 3202 White Bear Ave., White Bear Lake Details: The American Red Cross continues to experience a severe blood shortage that is negatively affecting blood product availability across the country. Donors of all blood types – especially type O and those giving platelets are needed. Make an appointment online or by phone.

Contact: 1-800-RED-CROSS or redcrossblood.org

IN-STYLE FOR THE HOLIDAYS FASHION SHOW AND BOUTIQUE When: 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m. luncheon and fashion show; 9 a.m.-3 p.m. boutique, Friday, Nov. 19 and Saturday, Nov. 20 Where: North Oaks Golf Club, 54 East Oaks Rd. Details: Luncheon with fashion show featuring current holiday fashions.

Boutique offers shopping before and after the show.Tickets for luncheon and fashion show $60; boutique and silent auction free. Proceeds benefit Children's Hospital.

Contact: northoaksholidayevent.afrogs.org

25TH ANNUAL ALTERNATIVE GIFT MARKET When: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 20 and 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 21 Where: First Presbyterian Church of Stillwater, 6201 Osgood Ave. N.

When: 1-3 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 21 Where: Tamarack Nature Center, 5287 Otter Lake Rd., White Bear Township Details: Based on the Japanese art of Shinrin-yoku, program includes a meditative, immersive walk that uses carefully crafted activities to awaken all senses and reclaim wholeness.

Registration $35.

Contact: 651-243-1772 or moderndayvalkyrie.com

ST. PAUL HIKING CLUB When: 2:30 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 21 Where: Vadnais-Sucker Lakes Park, County Rd. F, Vadnais Heights Details: Hike the flat, paved trails through the park, approx. 5 miles.

Parking lot east of Rice St. Contact: stpaulhike.com

LAKEWOOD CONCERT SERIES When: 4 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 21 Where: Lakewood Worship Center, 2080 Woodlynn Ave., Maplewood Details: Performance by Twin Cities Master's Chorale. Freewill offering.

Contact: 651-226-4289

WHITE BEAR'S NATIVE AMERICAN HERITAGE When: 6 p.m. Monday, Nov. 22 Where: Online, Zoom Details: Explore the history and impact of Native Americans in the White Bear Lake area. Registration required.

Contact:651-724-6001 or whitebearhistory.org

When: 7 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 24 Where: Running Aces, 15201 Zurich St., Forest Lake Details: Co-headliners Jason Schommer and Jeff Pfoser, with host Randall Reid. $25 in advance; $30 day of show. Dinner and hotel options available.

Contact:651-925-4600 or runaces.com

FAST BEFORE THE FEAST 5K, 10K AND FUN RUN When: 8:25-10:30 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 25 Where: Boatworks Commons, 4495 Lake Ave. S., White Bear Lake Details: Thanksgiving Day race on the paved trail. Family-friendly event for all abilities; dogs welcome.

All participants receive a medal.

Registration $13-$68.

Contact: mmraces.com/fast-before-the-feast

30TH ANNUAL STILLWATER NUTCRACKER When: 2 and 7 p.m. Friday, Nov. 26, Saturday, Nov. 27 and Sunday, Nov. 28 Where: Stillwater Area High School, 5701 Stillwater Blvd. N. Details: Family-friendly version of Tchaikovsky's ballet performed by dancers of St. Croix Ballet.

Contact: stcroixballet.com

SHARE THE JOY! GWBLCF CELEBRATORY EVENT When: 5-7 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 2 Where: White Bear Country Inn, 4940 Highway 61 Details: Meet this year’s Community Partners grantees, honor the philanthropy of the Hanifl family, learn about the Greater White Bear Lake Area Community Foundation’s 2022 vision, laugh with old friends and new. RSVP. Contact: kris@gwblcf.org or 651-4085412

WBCA MEMBERS EXHIBITION When: 6:30-8:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 2 Where: White Bear Center for the Arts, Ford Family Gallery, 4971 Long Ave. Details: Local artists display work in Annual Member's Exhibition.

Exhibition runs through Jan. 7.

Contact: whitebeararts.org

DEPOLARIZING CONVERSATIONS SKILLS WORKSHOP When: 9 a.m.-noon Saturday, Dec. 4 Where: Hanifl Performing Arts Center, 4941 Long Avenue, White Bear Lake Details: Wroshop to improve skills for listening to others and expressing views on race in a way that leads to more productive conversations and joint action across differences.

Sponsored by Many Faces of the White Bear Lake Area and Braver AngelsMN. Free. Registration required.

Contact: manyfaceswblarea.org/events

HOLIDAY CHORAL CONCERT: “MAGNIFICAT” When: 7 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 9 Where: White Bear Lake United Methodist Church, 1851 Birch St. Details: Chancel Choir will present composer Kim André Arnesen's Magnificat: The Song of Mary. Arnesen says this about the work: "Magnificat is a song of praise about one of the Bible's greatest wonders: The angel Gabriel visiting Mary with the message that she will be the mother of God’s son." All are welcome.

Contact: 651-429-9026 or wblumc.org

MONROE CROSSING HOLIDAY CONCERT When: 7:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 10 Where: Chautauqua Fine Arts Center, Mahtomedi High School, 8000 75th St. N. Details: Wildwood Artist Series presents a holiday concert with a blend of bluegrass, gospel, and originals.

Tickets $25/adult; $20/seniors; $15/ students.

Contact: 651-605-1124 or wildwoodartistseries.com

WHITE BEAR LAKE WINTER FARMERS MARKET When: 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 11 Where: Tamarack Nature Center, 5287 Otter Lake Road, White Bear Township Details: Twenty farmers and vendors will be selling locally grown and raised items including meats, cheeses, vegetables, baked goods, preserves, fermented foods, microgreens and other healthy living and gift items.

Free cider, fires and a food truck.

Contact: forksinthedirt.com

WARDEN'S HOUSE HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE AND AUTHORS' EVENT When: noon-4 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 11 Where: Warden's House Museum, 602 Main St. N., Stillwater Details: See the Victorian house decorated for the holidays and sip on hot chocolate while visiting with local authors and vendors. Free.

Contact: 651-439-5956 or wchsmn.org

CHRISTMAS AT THE COURTHOUSE When: 8-10 p.m. Friday, Dec. 3; 4-6 p.m. and 8-10 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 4; 3-5 p.m.

Sunday, Dec. 5 Where: Washington County Historic Courthouse, 101 Pine St. W., Stillwater Details: The Valley Chamber Chorale performs an array of festive holiday favorites. Tickets from $30.

Contact: valleychamberchorale.org

MAHTOMEDI COMMUNITY LUNCH When: noon-1 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 15 Where: Mahtomedi District Education Center, 1520 Mahtomedi Ave. Details: Lunch catered by Roma and entertainment, $15. Register by Dec. 13.

Contact: mahtomedi.ce.eleyo.com

REDPATH CHRISTMAS 2021 WINTERFEST When: 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturdays, Dec. 4, 11 & 18 Where: Downtown White Bear Lake Details: Live carolers, visits with Santa (11 a.m.-2 p.m.), ice sculptures, horsedrawn trolley rides (11 a.m.-1:45 p.m., 4th and Cook Streets), and shopping and dining specials.

Contact: downtownwhitebearlake.com

MARRIAGE ENCOUNTER When: Dec. 4 & 5 Where: Mt. Olivat Conference and Retreat Center, Farmington Details: Weekend getaway to help married couples rediscover themselves individually and as a couple.

Contact: 651-454-3238 or marriages.org

When: 7 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 15 and Thursday, Dec. 16 Where: 7 Vines Vineyard, 101 Highway 96, Dellwood Details: Annual Christmas concert; some dates already sold-out. Concertstyleseating and bar service. Doors open at 6 p.m; wine bar open at 5 p.m.

Contact: eventbrite.com/e/redpathchristmas-tickets

2ND ANNUAL JINGLE BEAR ONLINE AUCTION When: 1 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 10 through 8 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 13 Where: Online, whitebearrotary.org Details: Funds raised will support local and global Rotary projects in the coming year. Preview the auction items on the website.

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REMINDER – PLEASE PLACE YOUR GARBAGE & RECYCLING CONTAINERS IN YOUR DRIVEWAY – Garbage & recycling containers that are placed in the street run the risk of being damaged by snow from passing snowplows.

Containers are to be put out on the day of your collection & removed no later than 10:00 p.m. on the same day.

ADOPT A FIRE HYDRANT NEAR YOU THIS WINTER – Help keep your neighborhood safe this winter by

adopting a fire hydrant near your home. You should HELPFUL TOWNSHIP ORDINANCES start by removing any snow & ice from the hydrant as AT-A-GLANCE – best you can & then clear a wide enough perimeter Grass – grass height shall be around the hydrant for firefighters to work (about maintained at an 8” average or less 3 feet), & then clear a path from the hydrant to the Finalizing Permits – within 180 days street.

(6 months) after obtaining a permit to perform work at your home please make sure a final inspection of PICKING UP AFTER YOUR PET HAS NOW the work has been done by the Township’s Building BEEN MADE A LOT EASIER WITH THE NEW Inspector PET WASTE STATIONS - While picking up House Numbers – house numbers must be 4” high after your pet is not a new requirement, & of contrasting color to the background & made of reflective materials or painted with reflective paint. one thing that is new are the pet waste stations in 6 of our parks. Each station has baggies as Please make sure the numbers are not obstructed by well as a disposal container for your pet’s waste. You trees & shrubs & are clearly visible from the street can find these bins at the following Township Parks: When you Have a Solicitor at your Door – ask to Deer Meadow, Moon Lake, Apple Tree, Polar Lakes, see their lanyard which shows you that they have Columbia & Otter. Please be responsible & clean up completed the necessary process through the after your pet & dispose of the litter properly.

Township. If they do not have this you can contact

the Ramsey County Sheriff ’s Office at 651.767.0640 to report their presence You are Only Allowed Two Dogs – Township Ordinances restrict dog ownership to two dogs, if you contemplating a third one you must apply for a Special Three Dog License first. Contact the Township Offices for more information When you have an Alarm System – you are allowed two false alarms at your residence before a user fee beginning at $50.00 will be assessed, the more false alarms the higher the user fee. If you are having problems with the system showing proof of alarm problems may eliminate the user fee HERE ARE SOME LITTLE KNOWN FOODS THAT WILL HELP OUR WILD FRIENDS DURING COLD WEATHER – Uncooked oats

Cereal Cooked rice (ideally brown) Soaked dog kibble Wet dog or cat food Fresh coconut in the shell Baked potatoes Suet blocks / bird cake Raw peanuts / walnuts / others Raw sunflower seeds Wild birdseed Bread is better than nothing at all, but is very lot in nutritional value

December 7th – Special Town Budget Meeting December 17th – National Ugly Sweater Day December 24th – Town Offices Closed for Christmas 719372

DO NOT DEPOSIT SNOW IN THE STREET – Shoveling snow into public streets is prohibited by State law, please help keep our streets clear of random snow piles.

Visit www.whitebeartownship.org or call 651.747.2750 1281 Hammond Road, White Bear Township, Minnesota 55110

CATALYTIC CONVERTERS: Local auto dealers help victims of theft FROM PAGE 1

Toyota are three of nine Twin Cities dealerships that have received these labels.

Catalytic converters, located on the underside of a vehicle, are designed to reduce the harmful air emissions produced by a combustion engine. Their construction includes small quantities of several precious metals such as platinum, palladium, rhodium and others. Criminals have learned that crawling under a car and removing the converter can earn them as much as $200 in the value of the metals with almost no repercussions.

Catalytic converters are often manufactured three years in advance of the release of a new vehicle. This means that identifiable converters may not be a standardized solution for a few years yet. The label provides an effective short-term solution, explained Dan Louismet, general counsel for the MADA. “Even if they don’t deter theft, they provide a tool for both law enforcement and county prosecutors to actually go after the crooks,” Louismet said.

Technicians also paint the converters in a bright color, to warn buyers that the parts may be stolen.

The loss of a catalytic converter can lay a vehicle owner up for weeks

since replacement parts are not easy to obtain. Catalytic converters don’t usually fail, so there is no existing stock of backups.

Replacing the part may take up to nine months in some cases.

White Bear Mitsubishi owner Richard Herod emphasized that checking your insurance coverage is one of the most important things anyone can do to protect their vehicle.

“They’ve really been victimized more than once,” Herod said. “Not only did something get stolen off their car, they have this deductible, and then they have nothing to drive. Educate yourself about your comprehensive insurance deductible,” he said. “Make sure you take a look

at what your deductibles are for that type of vandalism.”

He also recommended car rental coverage, and that car owners check into getting a registration device or a protective clamp or shield installed.

“Local new car dealerships are at the forefront of helping their customers prevent catalytic converter theft and helping them get back on the road if and when they are the victim of a catalytic converter theft,” said Louismet.

Anyone interested in receiving this free service can contact White Bear Mitsubishi or other participating dealerships to schedule a free appointment.

GRANDMA’S BAKERY: New owners to continue making treats for locals FROM PAGE 1

But not to worry, faithful bakery patrons. New owners don’t plan to change a thing, according to Lupo. Unless you count improvements such as the purchase of a fancy cookie-making machine as change.

Lupo won’t miss the 80-hour work weeks, post-COVID worries about supply chain shortages, vaccine mandates, staffing issues and other headaches that go with around-the-clock bakery production. A weekend off after the business deal closed Nov. 3 was the first time since he was 24, Lupo said, that he had no responsibilities.

“I did projects around the house. It felt good to do what normal people do on a weekend,” quipped the longtime baker. “People take normal for granted.”

The new owners are Eric and Olga Shogren, who, Lupo assured, excel at running community bakeries. “When they shared their vision, I thought, ‘These guys get it.

They will succeed,’” he said.

The couple also own Woullet Bakery, Hans Bakery in Anoka and A Baker’s Wife in Minneapolis.

And that makes him happy.

“I’ve invested so much of my life in Grandma’s, I don’t want this place to close.

Bakeries play an important role on Main Street,” Lupo

said. “We are an important part of the fabric of the communities we serve.”

The lock, stock and barrel business deal includes both Grandma’s locations: the retail shop in downtown White Bear Lake and the production/retail facility on Buerkle Road that employs 125 people who produce 500 dozen cookies, 75 cakes, 2,000 pounds of bread and 8,000 doughnuts a day.

Over coffee at the Fourth Street bakery, Lupo said his greatest achievement was surviving COVID. “The pandemic was horrible,” he stated. “I have worked harder than ever the last couple years to keep the business going. Wholesale basically dried up during COVID, so we relied on the retail side.”

Pre-COVID, drivers delivered fresh bakery goods nightly to about 200 major customers around the Twin Cities that included Delta Airlines, the University of Minnesota, hospitals, athletic venues like U.S. Bank Stadium and TCF Field, and major corporations. “That business was just gone,” Lupo reiterated. “It’s coming back, but it’s not what it used to be.”

Over-the-counter sales are better than ever, however, Lupo said. And he wants to thank the generous people in the area who are supporting downtown businesses.

Wife Deb is “over the moon” about the retirement, noted Lupo, who calls Vadnais Heights home. “She finally will have me around.”

The former owner did agree to stay on six months to help the new owners with the transition. “Their group wants to learn our way. There’s a lot to know,” he said.

Looking back, Lupo is most proud of being self-taught in a bakery business he started in 1978 as a Mr. Donut franchise in South St. Paul. He turned it into an independent bakery shortly after and eventually moved to White Bear Lake about 30 years ago.

Lupo credits his success to his involvement in his industry and community and, as mentioned earlier, a lot of hard work. He’s served as president of the Retail Bakers of America and helped establish September’s National Bakery Day to celebrate contributions neighborhood bakeries make to their communities. He also served as chairman of the White Bear Area Chamber of Commerce in 2016 and chaired Manitou Days for several years. The bakery owner is largely responsible for helping set the world’s largest sundae record at Marketfest in 2013 and the popular cakewalks at the summer festival. He created a 2-ton cake commissioned by the Minnesota State Lottery for Taste of MN in 2006 and

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once filled a last-minute order from Target for 15,000 gingerbread cookies for the Holidazzle Parade.

The Lupos plan to travel now that John is retired. A visit to see their daughter and her family in New York City is first on the list, followed by a 2022 trip to Hawaii. They have four grandchildren.

“I want to just be normal,” Lupo confessed.

“I want to do yard work and woodworking and tinker on my motorcycles.” He has a collection of old Honda motorcycles that have regretfully remained in storage the last few years.

“We’ve had a great run,” Lupo said. “I’ve lived the American Dream right here in White Bear Lake, and now I’m really looking forward to retirement.”

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SPRING STARTED WITH ANOTHER SUCCESSFUL HATCH ON LEN’S MAN-MADE NEST. UNFORTUNATELY, ONE OF THE CHICKS DID NOT SURVIVE, LEAVING THE OTHER CHICK TO FIND ITS WAY ALONE. KUDOS TO THE VIGILANT PARENTS FOR RAISING A STRONG AND INDEPENDENT CHICK THAT SOON WILL HEAD SOUTH.

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Loon Chronicles VI: A hatch to celebrate!

This was a summer of loss, celebration, and appreciation.

Within days of ice-out in late April, Len, with help from Eric Hegland and the S.S. Minnow, launched two manmade nests on White Bear Lake. The first, in the same location as the successful 2020 hatch and the second, on the west side of the peninsula. After waiting out a variety of squatters, which included Canada geese, muskrats, and ducks, the Loon parents claimed the nest as their own, and laid two eggs on May 1st and 2nd. On May 27th and 28th, two spunky little chicks cracked through their eggs and appeared to be off to a great start. Unfortunately, after spending only one day together, as feisty siblings vying for attention and fish deliveries, one of the chicks did not survive. Maybe, this was nature’s way of improving the odds of survival for

the remaining chick, that was only heartbeat away from being served up as breakfast for the Eagles, muskies, and/ or turtles. Just like last year, the Loon parents spent time teaching their chick how to fish, preen, dive, make calls, fly, and stay safe. Although there were a few close calls, the chick managed to stay one stroke ahead of the Eagles throughout the entire summer and fall, thanks in part to the poor Coots.

The Loon parents stayed around a few weeks longer than last year, before leaving the chick entirely on its own, in early September. Since that time, the chick and a handful of chicks from neighboring lakes, have been spotted fishing all around the lake and gathering at sunset. Loon Whisperer Anne Sundal reported that, last week, she spotted the chick fishing near the nest markers, before it flew to the other side of the lake;

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perhaps, a farewell. The chicks will not leave the lake until the ice starts to form, which could be soon, and will not return to WBL for at least three years. There were several reported sightings of a second Loon pair trying out the second nest, but still very much in the exploratory stage. 2022 could be their year. Next spring, we will be launching a third and newly designed nest in a choice nesting area, that is consistent with DNR recommendations and is supported by the lakeshore homeowners in that area. Again, we want to thank the White Bear Press for allowing us the privilege of sharing the story of the Loons with those who live on and around the lake. The support has been overwhelming. Fingers are crossed that 2022 will be a bountiful year for the Loons on White Bear Lake!

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NAME IN THE NEWS White Bear alum announces run for Attorney General Former White Bear Lake resident and WBLAHS Class of 1985 alum Dennis Smith has announced his candidacy for Minnesota Attorney

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Resident receives Spirit Award Jennifer Krengel of White Bear Lake received the 2021 Spirit Award from Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota. Krengel, a Service Coordinator and Certified

General in the 2022 election.

Smith has in recent years served as a State Representative, representing Osseo and Maple Grove in the Minnesota House of Representatives.

He currently lives in Osseo.

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Sizable donation will help first-year students start strong

BY DEBRA NEUTKENS STAFF WRITER

WHITE BEAR LAKE — Century College is the recipient of a $1 million grant designed to keep a diverse student body in school.

The White Bear Lakebased Manitou Fund awarded the money in support of Start Right, an innovative success program that identifies students within vulnerable populations and provides intentional intervention through their first year of school.

Implementation is anticipated spring of 2022 for the program, which will afford dedicated specialists who provide students with individual support and connections to just-in-time resources so they don’t feel lost. In addition, Century plans

to partner with area high schools to identify students early who can transition into the Start Right program upon entry to the college.

The goal is to curb a high attrition rate that first year when students are most at risk for dropping out.

"We frame it this way," said Century President Angelia Millender: "We want to improve persistence rates from the time students enter in the fall to the next semester. Once they persist through spring, we retain them to the second fall. If we do that, the second-fall student retains at our highest level.

"But what happens is we lose too many students that first semester," Millender maintained. "When you add components of demographics,

disparities, students of color and low socioeconomic conditions, regardless of race and ethnicity, you lose them at even higher rates."

Actual statistics from Millender’s office show students who enroll full time (12 credits) retain at 51%, and students who enroll part time (1-11 credits) retain at 42% at the end of their first fall semester. Regardless of enrollment status — full or part time — first-time-in-college students are retained at an overall rate of 47% at the end of their first fall semester.

The Manitou Fund is the sole contributor to the two-year program.

Spokesmen Oliver Din, president, and Greg McNeely, trustee, stated that the foundation is pleased to support

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Century’s new Start Right initiative. "We look forward to positive outcomes through the enhancement of student learning experiences," they said in an email to the Press.

As one of the largest two-year colleges in the state, Century serves nearly 16,400 credit and non-credit students every year. The diverse population has 42% students of color. The college is an "open access" institution, meaning there are no entrance requirements.

Millender said she felt an exciting synergy in the meeting with Din and McNeely. "I feel like we were in the right place at the right time," she commented.

"This support from the Manitou Fund helps us ensure our first-timein-college students get through the first year,

which is the rockiest.

We can start something really great here in White Bear Lake and Minnesota through this partnership. I firmly believe when students start right, they finish right."

Share the Music program There is a second part to the Manitou Fund’s philanthropy.

A new Share the Music program will offer music outreach to seniors as a way to brighten the upcoming and future holiday season. Small groups of Century College Music Department students, supported by their music instructors and accompanists, will perform in the White Bear Lake area thanks to a $15,000 grant from the foundation.

The importance of such a music outreach

program is twofold: senior residents in institutional settings, ranging from independent living to assisted living to memory care, benefit greatly from live music experiences, and music students gain performance experience and learn the value of sharing their music with audiences in senior living and community settings.

The student musicians and their accompanists will be paid honorariums for time spent in preparation, rehearsals and in performance.

The goal is to start the program this holiday season. Senior care facilities wishing to book a performance can contact Century’s Share the Music coordinator, Elliot Wilcox, at elliot. wilcox@century.edu.

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Vadnais Heights Elementary is Elementary nominating Lanah Yang for the Academic Achievement Award. Lanah is a hard worker, who puts in maximum effort in anything and everything she does! She is motivated to do her personal best in the classroom and outside of school. Her approach to facing challenges is admirable and motivating to teachers and peers. Lanah is a flexible learner who transitioned from distance learning to in-person learning with complete grace.

She was able to complete her daily tasks, collaborate and strengthen relationships with her teachers and peers all while being at home. She is happy to be back in person with her teachers and friends. Outside of school, Lanah participates and excels in soccer through the Minnesota Thunder Academy. Lanah also takes part in Skill Up, where Hmong youth come together to improve soccer skills while building community. She also heavily engages with her church, Hmong American Alliance, participating in Sunday school and other youth group programs. All of the above make Lanah a perfect candidate to be nominated for the Academic Achievement Award. Vadnais Heights Elementary celebrates Lanah and her successes both in academics and extra curricular activities as a White Bear Lake student.

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CITY OF MAHTOMEDI NOTICE OF PUBLIC INFORMATION MEETING STORMWATER POLLUTION PREVENTION PROGRAM (SWPPP) A public meeting will be held on December 7, 2021 at 7:00 p.m. at City Hall, 600 Stillwater Road, Mahtomedi, MN 55115 in the Council Chambers.

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CITY OF MAHTOMEDI NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING AMENDING OF FEE SCHEDULE Notice is hereby given that the City Council of Mahtomedi will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, December 7, 2021, 7:00 p.m. at Mahtomedi City Hall, 600 Stillwater Road, Mahtomedi, MN 55115 Anyone having an interest in this matter is invited to attend this meeting.

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CITY OF MAHTOMEDI NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING FINAL BUDGET AND LEVY FOR 2022 Notice is hereby given that the City Council of Mahtomedi will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, December 7, 2021, 7:00 p.m. at Mahtomedi City Hall, 6WLOOZDWHU 5RDG 0DKWRPHGL 01 WR FRQVLGHU WKH ÀQDO EXGJHW DQG levy for 2022. Anyone having an interest in this matter is invited to attend this meeting.

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(OOLVRQ PRYHG DQG %HOR\HG VHFRQGHG WR DSSURYH the consent agenda consisting of: a) Approval of minutes for regular Board meeting on September 13, 2021, and September 27, 2021; b) Payment of invoices based upon a random sample, all of which met the standards and guidelines as set by the School Board; c) Passage of resolution regarding DFFHSWDQFH RI JLIWV ZLWK WKDQN \RX OHWWHUV GLUHFWHG WR WKH GRQRUV G $SSURYDO RI ÀHOG WULSV H 3DVVDJH RI UHVROXWLRQ WR DSSURYH SHUVRQQHO LWHPV Voice vote: Ayes, all. Nays, none. Motion carried. PUBLIC FORUM: -HQQLIHU )LQN INFORMATION ITEMS 1) Student Recognition - Participants in the 2021 Trap Shooting National Championship and students who achieved AP Scholar and National Merit Commendations were recognized and congratulated by 'U .D]PLHUF]DN 6XSHULQWHQGHQW·V 5HSRUW 'U .D]PLHUF]DN VSRNH DERXW WKH $SSOLFDWLRQ IRU (GXFDWLRQDO %HQHÀWV &29,' XSGDWHV WKH IDOO PXVLFDO the WBLAHS student council food drive, and the Drum & Dance event. He concluded with information about October recognitions, and employment opportunities. Bemnet Tessema, Student Representative, gave a student update DERXW IDOO VSRUWV DQG +RPHFRPLQJ ZHHN DISCUSSION ITEMS 1) 2021-22 :RUOG·V %HVW :RUNIRUFH 6XPPDU\ DQG $FKLHYHPHQW DQG ,QWHJUDWLRQ 3URJUHVV Report - In accordance with Minnesota Statutes, section 120B.11, the School %RDUG PXVW SXEOLVK DQ DQQXDO UHSRUW RQ WKH SUHYLRXV \HDU·V SODQ DQG KROG DQ annual public meeting to review goals, outcomes and strategies. Dr. Alison *LOOHVSLH 'U 0DUFHOOXV 'DYLV DQG 0HOLQGD )LHUUR SUHVHQWHG WKH :RUOG·V %HVW :RUNIRUFH $FKLHYHPHQW DQG ,QWHJUDWLRQ 3URJUHVV 5HSRUW )LUVW 5HDGLQJ RI School Board Policies; a) Policy 514, Bullying Prevention. The policies listed above will be on the November 8, 2021 or subsequent agenda for a second reading. OPERATIONAL ITEMS 7KRPSVRQ PRYHG DQG (OOLVRQ VHFRQGHG WR DSSURYH WKH DFWLRQ RQ %LGV IRU %LUFK /DNH (OHPHQWDU\ $GGLWLRQ DQG ([SDQsion in the amount of $1,913,701.00. Roll call vote: Ayes, all. Nays, none.

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INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 624 WHITE BEAR LAKE, MN 55110 MINUTES OCTOBER 25, 2021 Abbreviated Minutes-complete information available from the SuperintenGHQW·V RIÀFH RU RQOLQH DW ZZZ LVG RUJ $ ZRUN VHVVLRQ RI WKH :KLWH %HDU /DNH $UHD 6FKRRO %RDUG ZDV KHOG RQ Monday, October 25, 2021 at 5:30 p.m. in Room 112 at District Center, 4855 %ORRP $YHQXH :KLWH %HDU /DNH 01 7KLV PHHWLQJ ZDV RSHQ WR WKH SXEOLF and a recording is posted on the website. PROCEDURAL ITEMS 1) Call to Order - Chair Mullin called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m. 2) Roll Call 3UHVHQW 7KRPSVRQ $UFDQG %HOR\HG (OOLVRQ 0XOOLQ 1HZPDVWHU $EVHQW Chapman. DISCUSSION ITEMS 1) 2022-23 Secondary Course Proposals Jen Babiash, Director of Curriculum and Instruction, presented the secondary course proposals for the 2022-23 school year. 2) HS Programming: Career Pathways Update - Jenny Moore, Career Pathways Navigator, shared an upGDWH RQ WKH &DUHHU 3DWKZD\V DQG VSHFLÀFDOO\ KLJKOLJKWHG RXU +HDOWK DQG :HOOness pathway. OPERATIONAL ITEMS 1) Newmaster moved and Thompson VHFRQGHG WR DSSURYH WKH %LGV IRU 2WWHU /DNH (OHPHQWDU\ $GGLWLRQ DQG ([pansion in the amount of $7,652,203.00. Roll call vote: Ayes, all. Nays, none.

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INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 832 MAHTOMEDI, MN 55115 MINUTES OCTOBER 28, 2021 $ 5HJXODU 0HHWLQJ RI WKH %RDUG RI (GXFDWLRQ RI 0DKWRPHGL 3XEOLF 6FKRROV was held October 28, 2021, beginning at 7:00 PM in the Mahtomedi District (GXFDWLRQ &HQWHU &RPPXQLW\ 5RRP 0DKWRPHGL $YHQXH 0DKWRPHGL 0LQQHVRWD &$// 72 25'(5 0HHWLQJ FDOOHG WR RUGHU DW S P E\ &KDLU /XF\ 3D\QH 52// &$// 2) $77(1'$1&( 3UHVHQW .HYLQ 'RQRYDQ Julie McGraw; Lucy Payne; Kelly Reagan; Stacey Stout; Tony Vosooney; DQG 6XSHULQWHQGHQW %DUEDUD 'XIIULQ H[ RIÀFLR $33529$/ 2) 7+( $*(1DA-Stout moved, Donovan seconded, approval of the agenda. Carried 6-0. $33529$/ 2) 7+( &216(17 $*(1'$ 9RVRRQH\ PRYHG 6WRXW VHFRQGed, approval of the actions recommended on the consent agenda. Carried ',6&866,21 ,1)250$7,21 ,7(06 $ 7KH %RDUG 0HPEHU &DOHQGDU was reviewed. B.) Audit Report 0Jeff Priess, Director of Finance and OperDWLRQV LQWURGXFHG -LP (LFKWHQ 0DQDJLQJ 3DUWQHU ZLWK 0DOOR\ 0RQWDJXH .DUQRZVNL DQG 5DGRVHYLFK 00.5 FHUWLÀHG SXEOLF DFFRXQWDQWV ZKR SUHVHQWHG WKH DXGLW UHSRUW IRU ² (LFKWHQ SURYLGHG WKH DXGLWHG ÀQDQFLDO statements and gave school board members and administrators an overview RI WKH VFKRRO GLVWULFW·V UHYHQXHV DQG H[SHQGLWXUHV WKH JHQHUDO IXQG ÀQDQFLDO SRVLWLRQ DQG VKDUHG RSLQLRQ (LFKWHQ WRXFKHG RQ WKDW WKH\ DOVR GR D )HGHUDO “Single Audit” along with the State Law and Regulations audit. The auditor LVVXHG D FOHDQ RSLQLRQ RQ WKH GLVWULFW·V ÀQDQFLDO VWDWHPHQW 7KHUH ZDV D UHportable item within the Limited Segregation of Duties within the Business RIÀFH QRW D ÀQGLQJ PRUH WKDW WKH ERDUG VKRXOG EH DZDUH WKDW WKH ÀQGLQJV IRXQG WKDW WKHUH LV QRW D SHUIHFW VHJUHJDWLRQ RI GXWLHV LQ WKH ÀQDQFLDO UHSRUWLQJ EXW LV QRW DQ LVVXH (LFKWHQ H[SODLQHG WKDW WKH GLVWULFW GLG UHFHLYH PRUH )HGeral Rewards due to the pandemic at $2.8M compared to the previous year ZKHUH LW ZDV DW 0 ZLWK QR ÀQGLQJV (LFKWHQ GLVSOD\HG D JUDSK VKRZLQJ of revenue and expenditures. In 2021, revenue received was $15,896 per student, which was increase over the prior year. Federal dollars increased to $552 per student compared to the year before which was at about $200 per VWXGHQW ([SHQGLWXUHV ZHUH SURYLGHG RQ D SHU VWXGHQW EDVLV DQG WKHUH ZDV increases in the general fund due to decline in students; pandemic related.

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D.) Capital Projects Levy for Technology Update- Superintendent Barb Duffrin GLVSOD\HG D 3RZHU3RLQW DQG VSRNH DERXW WKLV EHLQJ WKH ODVW XSGDWH SULRU WR WKH YRWH RQ 7XHVGD\ 1RYHPEHU 'XIIULQ VSRNH WKDW WKLV LV EDVHG RQ WKH 'LVWULFW·V QHW WD[ FDSDFLW\ KHOSV IXQG VWDII DQG VWXGHQW GHYLFHV DQG WKH RYHUDOO technology infrastructure that provides tech support and essential teaching and learning tools. This is levy is set to expire in 2021-2022 school year if not renewed with a loss of $742,000 each year in dedicated technology funding. ( )LUVW 5HDGLQJ RI 3ROLFLHV 6XSHULQWHQGHQW %DUEDUD 'XIIULQ GLVFXVVHG WKH SROLF\ FRPPLWWHH LV EULQJLQJ IRUZDUG WKLV ÀUVW JURXS RI SROLFLHV DQG WKDW WKH\ are annual policies that need review with no changes recommended. For this ÀUVW OLVW RI SROLFLHV 'XIIULQ UHFRPPHQGHG WKDW WKH\ KDYH UHDGLQJV RQH WKDW evening and then approve them at the next School Board Meeting. Duffrin then went on to the second group of policies that have recommended changes through legislative updates and recommended changes through MSBA. Duffrin explained that each was reviewed again by the policy committee and that leadership members responsible for policies in their area, read the policy to see if there are changes that are of concern or practices that they need to updated with their staff. Lucy Payne then added there will be a second reading in November, if there are questions that need clarifying, we bring them to DufIULQ DW WKDW WLPH DQG JLYH DQ RSSRUWXQLW\ IRU WKH SXEOLF WR PDNH FRPPHQWV 7KH ÀQDO DSSURYDO RI SROLFLHV ZLOO EH PDGH DW WKH 'HFHPEHU %RDUG 0HHWLQJ $&7,21 ,7(06 $SSURYDO RI 'RQDWLRQV *UDQWV $ $SSURYDO WR 'RQDWLRQV Grants Totaling: $7580.00.School Board Chair Lucy Payne stated all donations and grants are greatly appreciated. The use of these funds will be to further the mission of the school district and are used towards the wishes of the GRQRU 'RQRYDQ PRYHG 9RVRRQH\ VHFRQGHG DSSURYDO RI DFFHSWLQJ JUDQWV GRQDWLRQV WRWDOLQJ &DUULHG % (QGRUVHPHQW RI 'HOHJDWH Assembly Proposed Legislative Resolution from St. Anthony – New Brighton ISD 282 \. Chair Lucy Payne brought forward a resolution from MahtomeGL 3XEOLF 6FKRROV WKDW KDV EHHQ HQGRUVHG E\ (DVW &HQWUDO 0RQWHYLGHR DQG 1RUWK %UDQFK VFKRRO LQ UHJDUGV WR ÁH[LELOLW\ LQ VWDWXWH LQ RUGHU WR GR QHZ LQQRvative things in the best interest to students. Denise Dietrich sent this current resolution from St. Anthony and New Brighton ISD# 282 due to the similarity in language with that of the Mahtomedi Public Schools resolution. Payne menWLRQHG WKDW WKHUH LV D FKDQFH WKDW ZH EDFN WKLV UHVROXWLRQ ZLWK D FKDQFH WKDW they could withdraw their resolution to support the Mahtomedi Public Schools UHVROXWLRQ LQVWHDG 7KHQ ZKHQ LW JRHV WR WKH GHOHJDWH DVVHPEO\ WKH\ NQRZ these schools support the concept. Payne moved, seconded by McGraw, DSSURYDO RI (QGRUVHPHQW RI 'HOHJDWH $VVHPEO\ 3URSRVHG /HJLVODWLYH Resolution from St. Anthony – New Brighton ISD 282. Carried 6-0. C.) Approval of the 2020 – 2021 Fiscal Audit - Jeff Priess, Director of Finance and 2SHUDWLRQV DORQJ ZLWK -LP (LFKWHQ IURP 00.5 SUHVHQWHG WKH )LVFDO $XGLW IRU 2020 – 2021. Donovan moved, McGraw seconded, approval of 2020 – 2021 )LVFDO $XGLW &DUULHG $'-28510(17 6WRXW PRYHG 5HDJDQ VHFRQGHG adjournment. Meeting adjourned at 9:01 p.m. Submitted by Julie McGraw, &OHUN $ IXOO YHUVLRQ RI WKH PLQXWHV LV DYDLODEOH DW ZZZ PDKWRPHGL N PQ XV Published one time in the White Bear Press on November 17, 2021.

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Bears’ diver McLeod earns state trip to cap career

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White Bear Lake diver Gianna McLeod will close an excellent career with her first state tournament appearance, earned with a fourth-place finish in Section 4AA on Friday at Stillwater.

McLeod, a consistent first- or second-place finisher on the team the last three years, will be the program’s first state participant since Melina Hughes went in 2017 in the butterfly and 50 freestyle events.

The senior three-sport athlete earned a score of 356.95, finishing behind

divers from Woodbury, Mounds View and Stillwater. Top four divers in each section advance. State meet prelims will be held Thursday evening at the University of Minnesota.

“Some of the best divers in the state are in our section so I am very happy with finishing fourth,” said McLeod, who placed fifth in the last two section meets. “I have been wanting to go to state ever since middle school, so I am very excited to make it this year.”

McLeod, who’s also in Nordic Ski and golf, holds school records for both six dives (240) and 11 dives (373).

“My best dives are my inward one and a half, and my front two and half,” she assessed. “My front one and a half and my reverse dive are the two that I struggle with the most.”

Head coach Tia Quirk cited McLeod as an “outstanding competitor but an even better teammate” who constantly lifts other girls up during practices. The divers are coached

by Annette Crews and assistant Elijah Heggernes.

Lucy Borofka, Bear sophomore swimmer, reached finals in two events, placing fourth in the 50 freestyle with 24.45 and fifth in the 100 free with 55.97, both season

bests. The top two advance to state in swimming events.

“Lucy is one of many underclassmen who really stepped up this season and left it all in the pool,” Quirk said. “Her hard work and determination really shined through in every event she swam.”

Also scoring points were: Lily Jenkins, 12th in the 50 freestyle; Ella Maas, 12th in backstroke; Emma Masso, 14th in butterfly; Gabby Perron, 14th in 500 freestyle; Grace Conroy, 15th in diving; and Madilynn Aubin, 16th, in diving. The Bears top relay finish was fourth in the 400 freestyle with Jenkins,

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Kaisa Brown, Masso and Borofka in 4:03.20.

Team scoring was Stillwater 627, Woodbury 468.5, Mounds View 321.5,

Roseville 250, White Bear Lake 147, Tartan 101 and North St. Paul 52.

ZEPHYRS SPORTS BRIEFS Girls hockey: Zephyrs top Northern Tier The Mahtomedi Zephyrs picked up their first win 4-1 over Northern Tier at home Saturday. Scoring for the Zephyrs (1-1) were Karen Miller, Rachel Fussy (short-handed), Aspen Tillges and Victoria Nelson (power play). Goalie Kaitlyn Galeazzi stopped 15 of 16 shots.

Tennis: Zephyr season honors announced Mahtomedi’s first-place tennis team had seven players named to the all-Metro East team, including Annika Munson, conference Player of the Year. The Zephyrs were 6-0 in conference and 16-5 overall, placing second in Section 4AA. Munson,

a sophomore, had a 22-5 record at No. 1 singles and qualified for state, reaching the second round there.

Also making all-conference were senior Nina Vander Louw (19-6, 1-doubles); juniors Campbell Albers (19-5, 1-doubles), Mari Meger (214, 2-singles), Sonja Potthoff (19-5, singles, doubles) and Megan Langer (15-5, doubles); and sophomores Munson and Kate Hoffman (18-6, doubles). Team awards went to Munson (MVP), Potthoff (Heart and Hustle), Vander Louw (leadership), and junior Julia Swanson (Rising Ranks).

Volleyball: Zephyrs list season awards, leaders Season awards and leaders for the Mahtomedi volleyball team have been announced by coach Angela Helle.

The Zephyrs were 15-14 overall and section runner-up. They were 5-2 in the Metro East, tying for third place.

Named all-conference were seniors Emma Berglund and Erin Noel and junior Katherine Arnason. Getting honorable mentions were senior Emily Short and juniors Abby Bruggeman and Camryn Petersen.

Team awards went to senior Kylie Pehrson and Short (Spirit Award); senior Lily Chuhel and senior Alexa

Kozlak (Most Improved); and junior Ellie Mustar and Noel (Dedication).

Leading in kills were Berglund (144), Arnason (135), Bruggeman (124) and Chuhel (105). Ace leaders were Bruggeman (47), Berglund (46) and Petersen (44). Assist leaders were Petersen (334) and Mustar (275). Digs leaders were Noel (249), Petersen (171), Zoie Centers (143), Arnason (130) and Berglund (108). Blocking leaders were Berglund (33 total, seven solo), Chuhel (30 total, eight solo), senior Layla Gile (27 total), Short (25 total, four solo) and Arnason (20 total, five solo).

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Six Bear athletes sign Letters of Intent Six White Bear Lake Area students signed National Letters of Intent last week, committing to play on Division 1 or 2 teams. They are (left to right): Lauren Eckerle — Soccer, South Dakota State University, Brookings (D1); Jordyn Meyer — Softball, Creighton University, Omaha, NE (D1)l; Brock Ollila — Lacrosse, Rockhurst University, Kansas City, MO (D2); Shea Raeburn — Lacrosse, Maryville University, St. Louis, MO (D2); Alexis Smith — Soccer, Stetson University, DeLand, FL (D1); and Derrick Smith — Baseball, North Carolina State, Raleigh (D1)

Ultimate Frisbee club team caps all season White Bear Lake Area High School has an Ultimate Frisbee League club team with seasons in the spring and fall. They finished the fall season with a 2-7 record, with over half of their 24 players (14 boys, 10 girls) being first-year players. Directors are Hannah and Curtis Cammack.

Captains were Alex Lohmann, Gunther Ahrens, Kaylee Zimmerman and Lea Schaefer. Games were played at West Minnehaha Recreation Center in St. Paul on Saturdays.

“It’s a chance for a kid who’s not in a school sport, or is not happy with the one they’re in, to join a team,” said Hannah Cammack. “No experience is necessary and we do not turn anyone away,” There is a fee, but funds are available for families who can’t afford it. Anyone interested in joining for the spring season may contact Cammack at 651-528-4330.

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Jordan Hull dives over the goal line for an 18-yard touchdown with two Mayo defenders unable to hold him back.

Girls hockey: Rookies help Bears trip Mahtomedi 4-1 in opener Three players scored their first varsity goal as White Bear Lake defeated Mahtomedi 4-1 in their opener Thursday at home. “We have a lot of changes from last year and many young players have been asked to step up into big roles,” coach Elsa Shorey said. “It was great to see our leaders set the tone and our younger athletes gain confidence and play hard. Maya Marston made many big saves.” Goals came from Gabby Hofeld

(who had seven last year) in the first period, and from Madelyn Lee, Maddy Belisle (power play slap shot) and Lily Howard in the third period.

Providing assists were Celia Spence (two), Annika Norman, Belisle, and Elaina Hosfield. Both goalies were busy. Marston stopped 24 of 25 shots.

Kaitlyn Galeazzi of the Zephyrs stopped 25 of 29. Mahtomedi’s Sydney King scored with 3:23 left, with Olivia Bengtson and Quinn Whitehead assisting.

WBLAHS senior competing in 2021 Trampoline and Tumbling World Championships WBLAHS senior Charlie Larson is on the USA Men’s gymnastics team and is headed to compete in the 2021 Trampoline and Tumbling World Championships in Baku, Azerbaijan. He will be there from November 1022, training the first week and competing Nov. 19 and 20. Charlie has been on the USA National Team for four years and is one of three male athletes representing Team USA on tumbling.

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the right sideline. The Zephyrs led 35-7 at halftime. They sacked Ellsworth five times in the first half, twice each by Cody Dvorak and Dominic Rohrer, and one by John-Paul Johnson.

Mayo closed the gap to 35-20 in the third period on Ellsworth’s 23yard TD pass to Carter Holcomb and a four-yard run by LaBron LeeStadstad.

Mahtomedi pulled away with a 17-yard touchdown pass from Brandt to Ramsey Morrell in the fourth period. Joey Heinsch was 6-for-6 on conversions.

Hull gained 170 yards in 14 carries, lifting season totals to 1,100 yards and 16 touchdowns. Beiersdorf gained 47 in nine carries and Brandt 27 in six carries. Brandt

completed seven of 11 passes for 160 yards.

Morrell caught four for 83 yards. Loss had 72 yards on two catches.

Dvorak made nine tackles (five solo).

Arlandson made five tackles and the interception. Hull, Loss, Johnson, and William Harris were each in on four tackles.

Jonathan Harvey recovered a fumble.

Mahtomedi’s two losses came in succession in midseason, a 35-7 humbling

by Spring Lake Park at home, then a last-second 18-13 loss at St. Thomas Academy. They’ve outlasted both teams.

SLP finished 6-3 with a first-round playoff loss.

STA was unbeaten until Mankato West edged them 21-14 Saturday.

MAHTOMEDI SOCCER Cambelle Waldspurger capped a glittering prep soccer career as a state tournament hero for Mahtomedi, the Class 2A state champions. The senior midfielder was third on the team with 13 goals and delivered one of the most clutch goals of the season, a corner kick that curled into the net for the deciding point in a 2-1 semifinal win over Holy Angels. She made the all-tournament team and got her second all-conference honor. Coach Dave Wald cited Waldspurger for her overall technical skills, ability to aim corner kicks, and “perfectionist” mindset in soccer and the classroom. “She is extremely fast, has great endurance and is much stronger than she appears,” he said. “One of the most athletic and best players I have coached.”

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about the first quarter.

“We talked about trying to not be too high after good plays or too low after bad plays. We focused on staying steady throughout the whole game.”

Hull, also a linebacker, paid tribute to Mayo’s firepower.

“We needed all the points we could get against a team like that, because they can really score when they get going. In the second half, they showed that they did not want their season to be over. But we stayed composed.”

Mayo found its bearings in the second quarter and quarterback Bennett Ellsworth threw his 25th touchdown pass, a six-yard strike to Caden Holcomb.

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The Zephyrs didn’t stop until they had a 28-0 first-period lead in the state Class 5A quarterfinals, and went on to defeat No. 6 ranked Rochester Mayo 42-20 at Woodbury High School.

The victory landed Mahtomedi in the state semifinals at U.S. Bank Stadium. The Zephyrs, 9-2 and unranked, will duel No. 10 Robbinsdale Cooper (9-2) on Friday at 2 p.m. Number 5 Rogers (10-1) faces No. 1 Mankato West (11-0) at 7 p.m.

This will be Mahtomedi’s first semifinals appearance since the 2007 team finished runner-up.

Rochester Mayo came into the game with a 9-1 record, averaging 42 points per game, but Mahtomedi overwhelmed the Spartans in the first quarter. It all started with Hull’s long sprint around left end, which put him over 1,000 yards and would be the first of his three touchdowns.

“I got a pitch, and was able to make the safety miss,” he recounted, “and it was pretty much clear sailing after that.”

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WHITE BEAR LAKE CITY COUNCIL NOTES WHITE BEAR LAKE — City Council conducted the following business at its Nov. 9 meeting: • Took public comment on a proposed right of way vacation for Fifth Avenue.

An eight-dwelling twin-home addition has been proposed by TiceHaus Design Build LLC called Roses Park View at 1788 East Hwy. 96. The development of this parcel requires access from the Clarence Street end. The proposal would subdivide the property into six lots; one for an existing singlefamily residence, one for stormwater and four lots that would each contain two attached residences.

There is a convoluted history to the Fifth Avenue right of way, according to city staff. In short, in 1977, the right of way was vacated in error, the error was corrected and then, somehow within the past 10 to 15 years, the error was somehow re-created.

Neighbors presented a petition to council to leave the vacation as it’s been for 44 years and to allow the new owners of 1788 East Hwy. 96 to follow through with their purchase agreement and buy the property without the Rose (Tice) addition. The design build company is owned by one of her sons, Craig Tice.

As noted, development of the parcel requires access from the Clarence Street end, which results in land being taken from property owners at the end of Clarence, Park and Hinckley Streets for a public road.

Karin Doyle, who lives just east of the Tice property, told council she’s a St. Paul firefighter who bought her house on Clarence Street in 2019.

The land she purchased included a substantial portion of the vacated Fifth Avenue.

"I looked for a house that would keep me calm and give a sense of privacy and peace. That is what I thought I bought

into. Now all of a sudden one family member wants to develop this property.

They will take down all the trees and turn it into as asphalt cul-de-sac. It doesn’t fit the area."

In a letter to the city, Doyle’s attorney, Peter Frank, said residents believe the proposal would result in an unconstitutional taking of private land. He argued that Fifth Avenue was vacated in 1977 and there is no way for the city to reverse the vacation by resolution.

The issue is messy.

Legal complications require more research by the city attorney, so the vacation matter was

pushed to the Dec. 14 meeting.

• Heard first reading of an ordinance setting 2022 fee schedule.

Increases include ambulance fees, 3%; rent at Pioneer Manor, 4%; water usage and sewer rates, 3%.

Second reading is Dec 14.

• Heard first reading of an ordinance to amend the sign code to allow billboards, including dynamic display billboards in certain zoning districts.

Second reading is scheduled for Dec. 14.

• Resolution canvassing municipal election results.

Dan Louismet was

declared mayor-elect, Heidi Hughes as council member-elect for Ward 2 and Kevin Edberg as council member-elect for Ward 4.

Council member Bill Walsh noted that turnout was good for the mayoral race at 30% of eligible voters.

Turnout was 18% in 2017.

• Approved exclusive use of Podvin Park by the Hockey Association Jan. 14-16.

• Rescheduled public hearing on issuance of bonds and related capital improvement project to Dec. 14 Debra Neutkens

OBITUARIES

Rose Marie Gustafson Rose Marie Gustafson, 96, passed away peacefully on November 8, 2021. She was born on July 2, 1925 in Minneapolis, MN and lived a full, rich life – always proud of her Swedish heritage and Twin Cities home. She never missed spending at least one long, entire day at the Minnesota State Fair.

Serving as a gracious, glamorous stewardess with Northwest Airlines provided an exciting early career affording travels near and far. It was followed by marriage to her husband of nearly 55 years, the birth and raising of three daughters, and many adventures. Rose was a non-traditional homemaker of her era. Cooking, entertaining, housekeeping, making crafts, shopping, and engaging in more typical “women’s” hobbies of the times were not among her favorite things. Her joyful focuses were family and community. The latter included – first and foremost her church, including faithfully attending weekly worship, participating in women’s circle and couples club, teaching vacation bible school, launching and managing a mission-driven, recycled card ministry for 25 years, and much volunteering. In addition, Rose enjoyed a deep, lifelong involvement with the Girl Scouts, League of Women Voters, YMCA Camp Widjiwagan, and more.

Rose and her husband Paul shared many passions, pleasures and adventures together.

Primarily due to Rose’s initiative – they partook of myriad local cultural events, traveled around the country and abroad, enjoyed Elder Hostel programs, local bicycling outings and cycling tours further afield, and loved happy times with family and close friends.

Rose had an insatiable curiosity, thirst for learning, love for reading and movies, and attentiveness to news and current events. Little held her back throughout her life well into her

90s. She took several trips to Wyoming on her own with the Girl Scouts and Sierra Club in her 60s, snowshoed and cross country skied into her 70s, snorkeled in Hawaii with her daughters in her 80s, and fully experienced the iconic Albuquerque balloon festival in her 90s. Rose had an unwavering, fierce determination to pursue her interests and to fully experience life right up until her passing.

She was one of a kind. Always radiating beauty with a sweet smile, displaying her generous warm heart, honoring birthdays and special occasions, trying to make the world a better place in her own quiet, unassuming way. And supporting her three daughters in their many pursuits, their partners, her grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Rose is preceded by her mother Alice Carlson, sister Beverly Johnson, and husband Paul Gustafson. She is survived by her daughters: Linda Gustafson (Roxy Port), Karen Crossley (Alan Crossley), Julie Gustafson (Gary McRae); grandchildren: Sam Crossley (Rachel Neymark), Hannah Crossley, Caleb Crossley (Rosie MalonePovolny), and great grandchildren: Uriah Onduto and Felix Neymark Crossley.

A Celebration of Life service was held Sunday, November 14, 2021, at Community of Grace Lutheran Church, White Bear Lake, MN. Memorials may be directed to: Community of Grace Lutheran Church’s Endowment Fund, Girl Scouts River Valleys Council, YMCA of the North - Camp Widjiwagan’s Gustafson/JuKaLin Endowment Fund.

Linda, Karen and Julie wish to express special, heartfelt thanks to the extraordinary team at Cerenity White Bear Lake’s Transitional Care Unit that provided outstanding, compassionate, loving care to our mother since August 2021 during her final journey.

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Sicily’s amazing 2nd Grade teacher at Vadnais Heights Elementary, Mr. Steve Allen, captured the shock and deep grief all of us felt at learning of Sicily Heim’s passing: “On the day that I heard the news that Sicily had died, I went home and wrote a poem.

Like Lightning Yet left no mark that can be seen.

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My heart broke today.

The loss of Sicily and her dreams broke my heart and many others.”

Sicily, all of us love and miss you all the time.

You continue to bring so much joy and inspiration as we share the many wonderful memories you left behind. You achieved so much in your short life, delightful reading aloud for all to hear, sewing your own sundress while learning to use a sewing machine, learning Nordic skiing, ice skating, soccer, cooking, babysitting certification, and being an amazing, enouraging friend to so many, not to mention being a thoughtful, little caregiver to me (Grandma Pat) and my personal little theatrical performer. Your passing continues to break our hearts.

You were taken from us at 10 years old due to a fatal dose of methadone. We beg people not to hesitate to call for an investigation of possible neglect and abuse, particularly where drug addiction is present in a home where young children live or visit.

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Tyler Browne, Reverend Mary A., passed away surrounded by family on November 7, 2021 at the age of 82. She is preceded in death by her husbands Stanley Tyler and J.C. Browne. Survived by children William (Noreen) Tyler, Michael (MaryLou) Tyler, Kathy (Eric) Stetz; step-children Christina Torbert, and George (Sara) Browne; grandchildren Jack and Joanna Tyler, Dominic and Mackenzie Stetz, Erin (Adam) Hall, J.C. and Martha Jean Browne. Mary was born in Mitchell, SD. She graduated from Macalester College, and earned Master’s degrees from the University of Nebraska and the Pacific School of Religion. She served many people through her ministry in Northern California and Nebraska before retiring to New Mexico. Mary served on the boards of multiple charitable organizations. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Memorials are preferred to: familypromisealbuquerquenm. org. Arrangements with Honsa Family Funeral Home. 651-429-7172

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Dec. 24 1959 – November 3, 2021 Nick Charles Kronberg, 61 of Cusseta, Georgia passed away on Wednesday, Nov.3, 2021 at the Piedmont Medical Center in Columbus, Georgia.

Nick was born Dec.24th, 1959 to Ned Kronberg and Kay Nielsen Kronberg in Neenah, Wisconsin. He graduated from White Bear Lake Senior High class of ‘78. He served as a member of the United States Army 1978 to 1985 and has been a long-haul truck driver for 42 years currently leased to Overby Transport out of Lakeville, MN. Mr. Kronberg was a hard worker and enjoyed tinkering at home and on his truck. He enjoyed German food and watching the Green Bay Packers. A former resident of White Bear Lake, Minnesota.

Surviving members of his family are his loving wife Wendy “Echo” Kronberg, Father Ned Kronberg, son Charles Kronberg, step daughter Nichole Mason (Hannah) two grandchildren Kahlen Mason and Jackson Mason, sister Lisa (Jon) and two nephews Adam and Jeremy Fish. Private services will be held in Cusseta, GA.

Sean Patrick McClernon, age 25, of Hugo Preceded in death by grandparents Ronald and Joan Fumall, uncles James and Chad Braafladt.

Survived by loving parents Patrick and Deborah; sister Kaitlin; brother Kyle; grandparents, Richard and Dolores; aunts and uncles Andrew (Tammy) Fumall, Timothy, David (Jackie), Susan (Patrick Pfahl) and Mary; 14 cousins and many other relatives and friends. Sean was a 2014 Summa Cum Laude graduate of Mahtomedi High School. He graduated from St. John’s University with a Bachelor of Arts degree in 2018. He studied both art and nutrition science. Sean completed a senior art thesis in videography. Sean also enjoyed pottery, painting, computer art and photography. He appreciated being in nature and had a love of classic cars. Sean was working in the family business, Control House in White Bear Lake, doing sales and customer service.

A memorial service will be held Saturday, November 20, at 2 PM at PARKVIEW UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST 3737 Bellaire Avenue, White Bear Lake, Minnesota. Visitation will be held at the church on Friday, November 19, from 5 PM to 7 PM and one hour prior to service.

Memorial donations can be sent to The Nature Conservancy or the American Diabetes Association. www.honsafamilyfuneral.com

Robert Clarence Watters

Just then, stepping gaily over the threshold, was Phyllis Williams, the beautiful daughter of Norwegian farmers from Storm Lake. She accepted – and before the night was out, he was smitten. He walked her home and asked for another date. They fell in love and were married in 1948.

For Bob and Phyllis, fresh out of college and full of dreams and ambitions, the world was their oyster and everything was possible. Bob started a business making cabinets while Phyllis taught school. He never lost his love for carpentry, or the sensation of holding wood in his hands, nor the creative process of forming it into something useful. No matter where they lived, he always had a woodshop, and through the years, he made many beautiful pieces of furniture from cabinets to desks to spinning wheels.

When their first child, a son, came along, Bob took a job at the Oliver Corporation. Later, he worked for the Lennox Furnace company. In 1952, an even better job opportunity presented itself: working for the 3M Company in St. Paul. When he turned in his resignation and announced that he would be working for 3M, his boss at Lennox asked him: "Why do you want to go to work for the 3M Company? They’ll never amount to anything."

Never anything, indeed. He started at the 3M shop in St. Paul. Ambitious and a perfectionist, his talents didn’t go unrecognized, and he quickly moved up the ladder at 3M. By the end of his career, he was part of the leadership of the Data Products Division. He managed two plants, one in Oklahoma and the other in California.

Using company photographs, he memorized the names of each of the several hundred employees who worked in the two plants, and he could call each by name during his frequent visits.

Early in his career at 3M, two more children were born, a daughter and another son. Initially, Bob was based in St. Paul, but was transferred to Indiana where he worked at 3M’s Hartford City plant. In 1960, the family moved back to Minnesota, residing in White Bear Lake which became their home for many years and where the children grew up.

Despite his heavy work schedule, he found time to involve himself in the White Bear Lake community

Robert Clarence Watters did not go gentle into the good night. After being diagnosed with advanced cancer, he left on his own terms and on his own time schedule, just the way he lived his life. He died on the morning of October 21, 2021, twenty-two days after his beloved wife Phyllis.

Robert (Bob) was born on April 4, 1926 in Ida County, Iowa, the son of William and Alma Watters. He and his two older brothers were raised on the Watters family farm near Holstein, Iowa.

To get from the farm to school, he rode a pony, and sometimes in the winter, his father would take him by horse-drawn sleigh. In high school he played basketball for the plucky Holstein Pirates and he participated in school dramas.

In the summer of 1943, he started at Iowa State College in Ames. The stay was brief however. America was in the midst of World War II, and millions of young men were being called up. Volunteering to serve, Bob put college on hold and enlisted in the Army. After basic training, he attended officer training school, and as he liked to say, he rose to the lofty rank of second lieutenant.

Upon an honorable discharge in 1946, he was back once again in college pursuing a degree in engineering. Although his classes were challenging, he got high grades, thanks to his work ethic, his sharp mind and an unusually prodigious memory. He was gifted, but his modest nature wouldn’t allow him to recognize it in any public manner. He did well and did it quietly without fuss.

As in high school, he was active in clubs and college social events and activities. One night he was attending a dance at the college Memorial Union, and had gathered up his courage to ask for a dance from the next woman who walked through the door.

Harry R. Anderson Age 89, of White Bear Lake, Minnesota. Passed away peacefully on November 12, 2021. Harry was loved by many for his kindness, unassuming ways and quick wit. Always had a twinkle in his eyes and a smile on his face. He will be deeply missed by his family, beloved wife of 66 years, Dorothy; daughters Laurie (Gordy), Terry (Craig), Cathy (Greg), Nancy (Dave), and Jo (Tom); 14 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. Harry retired from the US Postal Service after 35 years and was a favorite with people on his route. A private Mass of Christian Burial will be held at ST. PIUS X CATHOLIC CHURCH in White Bear Lake. Memorials preferred to St. Pius X Catholic Church or charity of choice.

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and church affairs, particularly the nearby Christ the King Lutheran Church. Bob and Phyllis, with their three children in tow, had attended the first church service there when portions of the building still lacked windows and doors. He served as president of the first Board of Administration. Throughout their days in White Bear Lake, he continued to serve in various leadership roles at the church, and never thought twice about rolling up his sleeves to wash windows, sweep out closets and wax floors.

Upon retirement, he and Phyllis were living in nearby Mahtomedi, and for several years, they enjoyed traveling, roaming around the country in an RV, always stopping to visit their children – and always helping with a house project while there. In time, they moved to Woodinville, north of Seattle to be close to their two grandchildren, Elizabeth and Colleen. Bob, along with Phyllis, followed the two girls to school functions and soccer and basketball games, always with camera in hand.

As the grandchildren grew and went off to college, Bob and Phyllis settled into a quiet life at Woodland Terrace, an independent living residence in Bothell, Washington where they made many friends. Eventually, in the summer of 2021, first Phyllis and then Bob fell ill.

Although both are gone from this life, they had a strong Christian faith and are together once more. We can imagine them, young again, Bob with his disarming smile, Phyllis beside him, lovely in a new dress that she had sewn herself, walking together, holding hands, just as if it were 1948 when everything was possible.

Bob was preceded in death by the light of his life and wife of 73 years, Phyllis Watters (nee Williams), mother Alma Watters (nee Soellner), father William Watters, and brothers Vern and Paul Watters. He is survived by daughter Shelley Watters (Steven Malmberg); sons Ronald Watters (Katherine Daly) and Gary Watters (Susan nee Callahan); and granddaughters Elizabeth and Colleen Watters.

A memorial service is planned at First Lutheran Church, Bothell, Washington at 9:30 AM, December 6, 2021. Reception to follow.

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Right-of-way issue prompts new look at trail design WHITE BEAR LAKE — It’s back to the drawing board for an engineering firm hired to do preliminary design work along Hwy. 96 for the Lake Links Trail.

City Council authorized an agreement Nov. 9 with Short Elliot Hendrickson Inc. (SEH) to design a roadway that shifts north within right of way between Ramsey Beach to East County Line. The move is intended to provide enough room on the lake side to construct the trail.

City Manager Ellen Hiniker explained to council that the bond request from the Lake Links Association assumed there was adequate right of way on the south side of the highway to construct a trail. However, it has since been concluded

by MnDOT, which has jurisdiction of the highway, that the assumed historic right of way could not be recreated; therefore, the prescriptive (established without specific right of way) would prevail.

As such, not enough right of way exists on the lake side to construct the trail without private property impacts, Hiniker said. However, because the roadway is not centered in the right of way, it may be possible to shift the roadway to the north and keep the trail on the lake side without significant private property impacts.

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This Lake Links graphic from SEH is meant to give a sense of dimension to the roadway and 10-foot trail. The fence line on the south side should be ignored, since no access will be blocked. The roadway and trail require 33 feet from the centerline, or a total of 66 feet of right of way.

Those conflicts could mean either land purchases or use of eminent domain, Hiniker pointed out.

"It won’t be simple like South Shore," she said. "Moving the road to the north side is not an ideal alignment, but there is right of way."

To provide an option for consideration by impacted property owners, staff requested SEH prepare a scope of services to complete an alternative preliminary design option and related project cost

estimate for the north shore segment.

The city manager added that the trail/ roadway project will likely exceed the $500,000 received from the Legislature.

Council Member Kevin Edberg observed that "conversations regarding the trail are getting really expensive."

"I don’t have a picture of where the money is coming from. When do we start getting frugal?" he asked.

"I don’t disagree," Hiniker replied.

"We don’t have cost estimates. We are concerned it will cost more. This is not a project we initiated with the Legislature. It came to us through work of the Lake Links folks.

We have to decide by end of 2024 whether to proceed."

One homeowner along Hwy. 96 worries that her property will be taken for the trail project.

Geri Longville owns the parcel next to the community beach club

at the end of Portland Avenue. She doesn’t know how the city can fit a trail on the lake side, where there is no right of way.

"It sounds like the road was not laid out properly 100 years ago," Longville observed. "We want to know if that means they can take more of our property? We want to know exactly where the trail will go, but no one can tell us."

Longville said her unanswered questions make it hard to support the project.

Hiniker said the next step is to work with neighbors. "After this study is done, we will go back to property owners," she said.

Council also approved a joint powers agreement with White Bear Township to enter into a contract with SEH for the preliminary trail design work. The $25,300 fee will be split equally with the township.

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Wolgamot concluded that the right of way of the trunk highway continues to exist to a width of 33 feet south from the highway’s centerline.

"Should MnDOT continue its baseless claim that right of way does not exist, it may be necessary to commence litigation to establish these very important facts," he said, adding

Lake Links has received private funding for that purpose if it should prove necessary.

"We are aware that a few landowners in the area believe that there are no road rights south of the south line of the highway, and we understand that their mistaken belief is held in good faith.

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‘Powersports,’ American Sign Language among offerings for 2022-2023 school curriculum

BY JACKIE BUSSJAEGER STAFF WRITER

The White Bear Lake School District is looking ahead to how it can serve students next year with a few tweaks and changes to the curriculum. Assistant Superintendent Alison Gillespie presented these changes to the school board at its Nov. 8 meeting.

Some course names will be changed for clarity. Biznology will become Business Applications, and the College in the Schools course, Writing Studio, will become University Writing, for example.

The automotive career pathway also received some changes—the full-year course titled Motorsports will be changed to the semesterlength Powersports.

Gillespie explained that this change will better align with industry while giving students flexible options.

The science curriculum will also receive some updates to align with 2019 Minnesota science standards.

Physical Science is currently taught at the sixth-grade level, while Earth Science is taught in eighth grade.

These timing of these two courses will switch places by the 2024-25 school year, starting with the sixth grade switch to Earth Science next year.

Beginning in 2022, a full-year American Sign Language (ASL) course will be offered to eighth-graders as one of the world language

offerings. ASL is one of the most accessible secondary languages, and there is a high demand for those who are fluent. The district

advanced placement (AP) 3D arts class to allow students to pursue complex 3D techniques up to a third level.

The study will provide guidance for the city and partners such as the school district to facilitate development of the area in the coming years.

• Ratified the acceptance of bids for the general obligation alternative facilities refunding bonds in the amount of $8.28 million.

This will allow the district to renovate outdated heating, ventilating and air conditioning systems in school buildings.

• Performed usual post-election tasks such as approving the canvassing of returns of votes, authorizing the issuance of

“This change will better align with industry while giving students flexible options. ” Alison Gillespie Assistant Superintendent

currently offers ASL at the high school level, but this option for eighth-graders would allow a student to study ASL for at least five years, with the potential for college credit.

The high school will also offer a new

In other action, the school board: • Heard a presentation of the results of an art, culture and education study of the Arts District area around Division Avenue conducted over the past year.

certificates of election, authorizing the district clerk to perform electionrelated duties and designating polling precincts for the 2022 elections. The four open seats in the 2021 election will be filled by incumbents Jessica Ellison and Deb Beloyed, joined by newcomers Kathleen Daniels and Chris Streiff Oji. • Accepted $1,500 in grant funding from the White Bear Lake Area Education Foundation for four classroom project proposals.

• Approved updated rates for the district’s health and dental insurance plans.

• Approved updates to the bullying prevention policy.

MAHTOMEDI SCHOOL BOARD NOTES • After the disruptions of COVID-19, Mahtomedi School District building principals are focused on helping students catch up on their education while playing close attention to overall wellness.

During a presentation at the Nov. 10 Mahtomedi School Board meeting, the four building principals gave a brief review of their plans to connect with their students and to foster student wellness.

Wellness efforts in both elementary schools included daily recess and break time outside, social skills groups, individual brain/movement breaks and physical education wellness focus.

The midde school has started Zephyr time (including Wellness Wednesday), counselor-facilitated groups, behavior specialist on staff to support students, and physical education and health classes.

At the high school, every day Flex time consists of a variety of activities that rotate daily; two staff members meet with students during Flex time for a stress and time management class; counselors offer a variety of support groups that rotate according to student need; friends lunch groups are facilitated by counselors; and physical education and health classes are part of the routine. Student Representative Toluwalase Akintola stressed the importance of Flex time and more time for students to decompress as the path to recovering all that was lost during the COVID era. "Is pushing the content and going faster really the way to get the back to where we were, or is slowing down to catch up the way that will allow us to get back to where we were?" she wondered.

• The Mahtomedi High School girls’ soccer team has won back to backto-back-to-back championships, Akintola said in her report. The boys’ soccer team has had huge success, and the football team is in the section finals. The boys’

and girls’ cross-country teams are • He can’t present if he is not ranked 11th and 12th, respectively, present, so action on the 2022in the state. The high school 2023 financial timeline has musical, “Chicago: Teen Edition,” been tabled until the next board will run Nov. 18-21. Wildwood meeting when its presenter, Jeff Elementary School had a Veterans Priess, director of finance and Wall, and Mahtomedi Middle operations, can attend.

School held Treats for Troops. At • Although the district has O.H. Anderson, students will enjoy received donations already in a book fair through Nov. 18 and November, the board will wait will hold Turkey Bingo on Nov. 13, until the Dec. 9 meeting to Akintola said. formally accept donations from • COVID-19 case data have not the past two months. improved in Washington County, • Half of the policies under annual Superintendent Barb Duffrin said review have now been approved, in her regular report. after the board unanimously The number approved of cases in the the policies county are that have now 382.56 per undergone no 100,000 populachanges. Only tion, compared two readings with 165 per are necessary 100,000 in Aufor unchanged gust.

COVID policies, positivity is at Duffrin said.

10.39%, comThe category of pared with 6.7% policy updates in late August, with minor she said. Whethor no changes er the cases are include: Policy Toluwalase Akintola rising or fall410, Family Student Representative ing, "we feel it and Medical in the schools," Leave; Policy she said. "We 414, Mandated were looking at Reporting of lessening mitiChild Neglect gation measures, but suddenly or Physical or Sexual Abuse; (cases) spiked. It’s concerning," she Policy 415, Mandated Reporting said. She said the district would not of Maltreatment of Vulnerable change its learning model. "We’re Adults; Policy 506, Student staying in school," she said. Last Discipline; Policy 514, Bullying November, cases rose sharply, "but Prohibition; Policy 522, Title IX we’re in a very different situation Sex Nondiscrimination Policy, now," Duffrin said.

Grievance Procedure and Process; In a typical year, schools face Policy 616, School District System many staffing stressors due to Accountability; and Policy 806, illness, appointments, family Crisis Management. emergencies, etc., but the district’s Policies with recommended layered mitigation strategy is changes will require a third limiting that impact, Duffrin reading and have been scheduled noted. "We’re doing OK at this for action at the Dec. 9 meeting. time, and our goal is to keep No feedback has been received students and staff safe in learning between the first and second situations," she said. readings, so the policies will be up for approval at the next meeting,

“Is pushing the content and going faster really the way to get the back to where we were, or is slowing down to catch up the way that will allow us to get back to where we were?”

Board Chair Lucy Payne said.

• In her superintendent’s report, Duffrin had earlier thanked voters for approving the capital projects levy for technology and reiterated her thanks as the board officially canvassed the election results of the tech levy. "Renewal really is essential ongoing," she said.

• Just so there is no hemming and hawing during the election of officers at the organizational meeting to be held during the first meeting in January, Payne reminded board members to consider their committee preferences ahead of time.

Payne noted that a December organizational meeting would be held to speed the process along.

She said she would be meeting with Board Member-elect Paul Donna to go through the slate of committee choices.

• Payne nominated Board Member Kevin Donovan to serve as treasurer until the organizational meeting in January 2022. The board unanimously elected Donovan to fill the role that will be left vacant by outgoing Board Member Tony Vosooney on Nov 17. Donovan has previously served as treasurer.

Donna will officially become the newest member of the board seven days after the board approved a resolution canvassing the vote returns of the school district special election Nov. 10 and authorized the issuance of certificates of election. The board also directed the district clerk to perform other election duties. Donna’s first official board meeting will take place on Dec. 9.

The board next meets at 7 p.m.

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1. Polly, age 8, and her nana created the first snowman of the season. According to Polly, the sculpture is a “snow-dad giving his snow-son a ride on his shoulder on their way to the park.” — Contributed 2. Zimmer VFW Honor Guard members Larry Desrosier, left, Jerry Briggs, center, and Post Commander George Brown demonstrate flag folding at the Nov. 10 Rotary Club meeting honoring Veterans Day. Briggs offered a historical perspective on the special day and read aloud the meaning of the 13 folds. The flag belongs to Navy veteran and Rotarian Bill Rust.

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3. Triplet brothers Simon, Sam, and Spencer Anderson, 10th grade, all play roles in White Bear Lake’s fall musical “Into the Woods.” The production interweaves the stories of characters from classic fairy tales. Sam plays a member of the fairy tale chorus, while Spencer plays the role of Jack and Simon plays the magical cow from the story of “Jack and the Beanstalk.” A full interview with the Anderson family will be published in the November Arts & Culture feature in the White Bear Press. “Into the Woods” runs through Sunday, Nov. 20..

— Kathy Burnham, Contributed

4. Judith Szalapski of White Bear won the quilt drawing at Parkview United Church of Christ’s 54th Annual Silent Auction. Parkview will donate over $5000 to local charities.

— Contributed 5. Mahtomedi’s 10UB girls hockey team volunteered for Feed My Starving Children on a recent day off from school. They helped package 38 boxes, the equivalent of 8,208 meals.

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