Wednesday, January 2, 2008
Wrestling rivalry
The Little Falls Flyers wrestle the Brainerd Warriors in Central Lakes Conference action Thursday night.
Cass court
WALKER - The following appeared recently in Cass County District Court:
Landing at UND
Brainerd High School graduate Landon Snider has become one of the backup goalies for the University of North Dakota Fighting Sioux.
BIRTH
Jason and Katie Trout, a girl, Kalie Brook, 7 pounds, 12 ounces, Dec. 28, 2007. Grandparents are Dan and Kelly Bartels, Deerwood, and Dave and Norie Trout, Wadena. Great-grandparents are Arlen and Pete Bartels, Deerwood.
Bowl runneth over
Review details of the six New Years Day bowl games - Outback, Cotton, Capital One, Gator, Rose and Sugar.
Help wanted
Brainerd Northside Neighborhood Association members are calling on all their neighbors to become involved in the organization.
BIRTHS
Michael and Theresa Henning, Hackensack, a boy, John Michael, 8 pounds, 12 ounces, Dec. 17, 2007. Grandparents are Tim and Lori Henning, Hackensack, and Monica and Charlie Priebe, Waseca.
Help wanted
Brainerd Northside Neighborhood Association members are calling on all their neighbors to become involved in the organization.
This was Brainerd
40 years ago (1968) - A test of one-way traffic and angle parking has been under way on Laurel Street since last fall, but the plan apparently is not working out. Traffic jams have occurred.
CHEMICAL DEPENDENCY SUPPORT GROUPS
6:30 p.m. Mondays. Fran, 829-3260.
ORGANIZATIONS
6:30 p.m. social, 7 p.m. meeting, second Thursday at Red Roof Inn. Sara, (218) 330-8366.
SUPPORT GROUPS
4 p.m. first Thursdays, Immaculate Heart parish hall, Crosslake, Donna, 692-3246.
This was Brainerd
40 years ago (1968) - Brainerd seemed headed for another night of bitterly cold weather. Low temperatures of -35 degrees are forecast. Sunday morning the mercury sank to -36 degrees.
ALL IN THE FAMILY
Emily Hanson, 87, a resident of Good Samaritan's Oakwood House, enjoyed a visit from Santa Claus at the annual holiday open house Dec. 17. The photo was submitted by her daughter, Cheryl Brown, Motley.
Danzl golf donations end with nearly $120K
The Central Lakes College Foundation recently received a $10,000 donation from the proceeds of the Bob Danzl GE 1 Scholarship Golf Classic on Sept. 9.
Snowy winter past
George Call, Staples, submitted this winter scene after a February snowstorm of trees that border his land.
PETS OF THE WEEK
These 8-week-old golden retrievers are four of about 20 puppies currently at Heartland Animal Rescue Team. There's a variety of sizes and breeds to choose from, including American Eskimo mixes, husky mixes, Lab mixes and shepherd mixes.
Now the trick is keeping the weight off
Wow, we made it -100 pounds lighter in one year.
Cuyuna Range women's club meeting is Monday
The Cuyuna Range Women's Club will meet at 2 p.m. Monday in the meeting room of the Jessie F. Hallett Library in Crosby.
Taking a tumble
Sophie Schwendeman was headed for a tumble while skating Monday at the Gregory Park skating rink in Brainerd. The 5-year-old skater was among several skaters enjoying the park's rink.
Overheard
We werent sure what was going to happen with the ice. It doesnt look good. We are going to come back bigger and better next year.
What's your goal for 2008?
New Year's resolutions - we all make them but seldom stick to them.
NEW YEAR, 2 NEW BABIES - part 1
Karter James Dwire may have taken his sweet ol' time coming into this world, but the Pequot Lakes baby boy knew how to make a dramatic entrance.
Baxter woman believes son saved her
A Baxter woman believes her 16-year-old son saved her life Christmas Eve as she was being assaulted by his father at their Baxter home, according to a criminal complaint.
Overheard
It kind of shocked everybody, but its OK. He just kind of made his appearance today and said Im coming out.
Man accused of an intentional crash
A 19-year-old man, William Robert Fearing, arrested Friday after intentionally crashing a vehicle in which his ex-girlfriend and their 3-month-old daughter were passengers, has been charged with attempted murder.
NEW YEAR, 2 NEW BABIES - part 2
Kody Michael Dause wasn't supposed to be born for another three weeks or so, but the Brainerd baby boy had New Year's Day plans of his own.
More what's your goal for 2008?
New Year's resolutions - we all make them but seldom stick to them. (part 2)
What's open, what's closed
There will not be mail delivery Tuesday in observance of New Year's Day.
BP ice fest cancelled
An early snowfall, which made ice conditions questionable, is to blame for the cancellation of the 14th annual Breezy Point Ice Fest scheduled for Jan. 12.
Frances Riedel
ANOKA - Frances Riedel, 77, Anoka, formerly of Brainerd, passed away at the Mercy Hospital in Coon Rapids on December 31, 2007.
John E. Wittenberg
John E. Wittenberg, 89, Brainerd, died on Sunday, Dec. 30, 2007, at his home.
Jennifer Nelson
PINE RIVER - Jennifer Nelson, age 32, of Pine River, died Saturday, Dec. 29, 2007, at St. Cloud Hospital. Mass of Christian Burial will be Thursday, Jan. 3, at 11 a.m. at St. Francis Catholic Church in Brainerd. Friends may visit at Brenny Funeral Chapel in Baxter on Wednesday, Jan. 2, from 5-7 p.m.
Flip Brockman
OTSEGO - Flip Brockman, age 48, of Otsego, previously of Plymouth, passed away at home on Dec. 30, 2007. He was a loving, gentle soul. He was an avid hunter and outdoorsman who relished all aspects of nature. He was an employee of Carpentry Contractors Corp. Preceded in death by his father, Edward; and an infant son, Edward Augustus. He will be deeply by his loving wife, Cindy Dols; daughters, Hunter and Danielle Smith; mother, Phyllis Brockman; brother, David; sisters, Kathy Brockman, Paula Evenson; many relatives and good friends.
Notables who died in 2007 include Lady Bird Johnson, Norman Mailer, Jerry Falwell
NEW YORK (AP) - Former first lady Lady Bird Johnson outlived her husband, Lyndon, by more than 35 years, expanding on her White House efforts to carve her own legacy as an environmentalist.
John E. Wittenberg
John E. Wittenberg, age 89, passed away Sunday, December 30, 2007, at his home in Brainerd. Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Friday, Jan. 4, at Laestadian Lutheran Church, 1501 South 8th Street, Brainerd.
Ramona Callahan
Manvel, N.D. - Ramona Callahan, 76, Manvel, N.D., died Sunday, Dec. 30, 2007, at home.
Open Forum: The Bible doesn't contradict science
A doctor of all people should see the evidence for God very clearly for His creation shouts His existence.
Tracking campaign cash
To whom will the next president be most indebted for helping to finance his or her campaign? The most accurate answer is that it is almost impossible to know.
OTHER OPINION: ETHICS
Strong ethics rules are worthwhile only if coupled with strong ethics enforcement. That is something that has been lacking in the congressional ethics process, whose cozy structure too often combines a glacial pace with a see-no-evil mentality.
Open Forum: Don't presume you're responsible for my life
In answer to the Brainerd M.D. who proclaimed his atheism and shared with us what he feels are his responsibilities. You say that as an atheist physician you are responsible for my life. You say that as an atheist American you are responsible for protecting the constitution. You say that as an atheist father you are responsible to love. You say the underlying question of atheism is also the favorite phrase of a 3-year old. That phrase is why.
VOX POP
I voted yes to the referendum because I support the school district. I cannot believe the district is now biased to the low-income residents to take advantage of all-day, everyday kindergarten while leaving who they think are the well-to-do residents in the Baxter and Nisswa area with every other day kindergarten. If you're offering all day to the needy in Brainerd offer it to everyone. P.S. My family is far from well-to-do. An explanation would be appreciated.
More race results from Brained regional
Three non-professional or semi-professional racers placed second in the WPSA Regional Snocross MN State Series Sunday at Brainerd International Raceway.
LOCAL SHORTS
Brainerd's Michael Brekken has been named the Central Lakes Conference boys' swimming and diving performer of the week ending Dec. 29.
Year in Minnesota sports included a lot of mediocrity
MINNEAPOLIS - The past year in Minnesota sports has been a busy one, marked by several coaching changes, mostly mediocre teams, and a mild touch of the unusual.
Snider lands on his skates at UND
Landon Snider is one-quarter Lakota Sioux. His father is one-half. His grandmother is full-blooded.
Repeat performances for 2008?
As 2007 closes, and with it all its drama (steroids), success (New England Patriots) and failures (name a Minnesota sports franchise), we as a collective group of sports fans wait with optimism for 2008.
Correction/clarification
Due to incorrect information provided to the Dispatch, the Brainerd Warrior boys' hockey team's goal against Edina was not scored by Christian Engel.
Cathedral defeats Little Falls Flyers
ST. CLOUD - The St. Cloud Cathedral Crusaders made their shots count as they defeated the Little Falls Flyers 3-1 in boys' hockey Monday at the Municipal Athletic Complex.
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THURSDAY
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Area events
Ice racing Feb. 15-17 at McGregor
The McGregor Area Chamber of Commerce is sponsoring WSA pro ice racing Feb. 15-17 on Davis Bay on Big Sandy Lake at Big Sandy Lodge.
Ohio State, Illinois lead Big Ten's future
Even with the bowl season in full swing, the 11 Big Ten teams can be judged for their 2007 performances.
2008 NFL Draft Order
First Round
State forecast for Iowa
...Wind chill advisory northwest on Tuesday...
Snow fun
Weather drawing by Carter Sobania of Mrs. Smiths first-grade class at St. Francis school.
Wisconsin state forecast
Lake effect snow warning for ashland and iron counties through tuesday night...
The Nation's Weather
A blast of cold weather was forecast for the East on Wednesday, with snow expected across New England and temperatures likely to remain in the low 40s as far south as northern Florida.
State forecast for South Dakota
Wind chill advisory northeast new years morning...
State forecast for Minnesota
Today...Wind chills from 15 to 25 below in the east early. Partly
State forecast for North Dakota
...Wind chill advisory northwest...Central...And eastern north
Sliding hill
Weather drawing by Nick Berens of Ms. Hemstads third-grade class at Baxter school.
State forecast for Minnesota
Wind chill advisories over part of the west into Tuesday afternoon...
State forecast for South Dakota
Today...Mostly sunny. Becoming breezy west by afternoon. Highs teens east...30s west.
State forecast for Iowa
...Wind chill advisory until 9 am for parts of eastern iowa...
Wisconsin state forecast
Today...Scattered morning snow showers and flurries central and east...Then becoming mostly sunny. Heavier snow showers in the far north near lake superior. Highs from around 10 in the northwest and west...To near 20 far east.
State forecast for North Dakota
.Today...Partly cloudy in the morning then mostly sunny. Highs 5 above