Thursday, March 1, 2007
A Harley beats Old Man Time
It isn't easy being old.
Students injured in school bus crash
At least four Brainerd School District elementary students were injured in a bus accident shortly after 11 a.m. today at Fourth Avenue N.E. and Washington Street.
Combating the storm
Sage advice hasn't changed much when it comes to significant snow storms - stay home or slow down.
Winter storm on its way
As if 12 to 16 inches of snow isn't bad enough, Thursday's forecast of strong winds will make afternoon driving in the Brainerd area treacherous.
ART SHORTS
"Ojibwe Life: Photos by Monroe P. Killy" will be on display through April 3 at the Central Lakes College Gallery on the Brainerd campus.
Upcoming arts and entertainment events
Live music
Larry Laski
Sawtooth singer and guitarist, rural Baxter
'Guitar Hero' contests slated Fridays
BAXTER - "Guitar Hero" contests will be from 10 p.m.-1 a.m. every Friday starting this week at Paul Bunyan Bowl in Baxter.
MUSIC SHORTS
Christopher Aspaas, assistant professor of choral/vocal music at St. Olaf College, will conduct the Brainerd High School Choirs at the annual Guest Conductor Concert at 7:30 p.m. Monday at Tornstrom Auditorium, Washington Educational Services Building, in Brainerd.
Best Bets
Take a trip back to 1961 when Chubby Checker and the Wildcats twist onto the stage for shows at 7:30 p.m. Thursday and Friday at the Grand Casino Mille Lacs Events & Convention Center north of Onamia. Tickets are $17-$24.
MUSIC SHORTS
NISSWA - Oregon singer/songwriter Kelly Joe Phelps will perform a Grassroots Concert at 7:30 p.m. March 9 at the Nisswa Community Center.
Pottery has shaped Winch's senior year
Brainerd High School senior Jason Winch won't miss a minute of his pottery class.
A tale of two albums
MUSIC: Seven years passed between Sawtooth's recordings,but the band is finally ready to get out and support both CDs.
Spaghetti pie takes the cake
Monday after a very busy day at work, I was very tired, and the last thing I wanted to do was think about what to make for dinner.
COURT
WALKER - Kristina Marie Tilbury, 26, Pine River, was ordered recently in Cass County District Court to serve 30 days for violating probation she is serving for felony fifth-degree controlled substance crime possession.
Days of winter - finally
Lowell Elementary School students in Brainerd enjoyed playing on top of the large snow hill on their playground Monday morning. Lowell media secretary Sue Schmidt took this photograph. She said the children were enjoying their first real taste of winter so much that it was almost a shame to have to call them in for class.
Repeat feat for Dolphin swim team
The 122-member Brainerd Family YMCA Dolphin swim team repeated as state champion Saturday in the YMCA state meet at the University of Minnesota Aquatics Center in Minneapolis. Brainerd has qualified 31 swimmers for the regional meet March 31-April 1 at the university.
PETS OF THE WEEK
Zoey is a 3-year-old spayed female Calico. She's a beautiful cat and loves her bed. Zoey is good with children and other cats. For more information on Zoey or other adoptable pets, visit www.hartpets.org or stop by the shelter.
Fundraising foursome
DEERWOOD - It was just an ordinary day in Karen Midthun's fifth-grade class at Cuyuna Range Elementary School this last fall.
Service calls on the rise
WALKER - Cass County Sheriff Randy Fisher reported that its dispatch center received a record 21,207 calls for service in 2006.
Brainerd 14-U girls advance
Brainerd's 14-under girls' hockey team won the consolation championship in the district tournament last weekend at Roseau, earning a trip to the regional tournament Friday through Sunday at Proctor.
Squirt A team wins 3 of 5
Brainerd's Squirt A boys' hockey team won three of five games at the Fargo, N.D., International tournament.
LOCAL BRIEFS
NISSWA - Gordie Erickson, Nisswa, has been named a Melvin Jones Fellow by Lions Clubs International Foundation (LCIF) in recognition of his commitment to serving the world community.
Winding through winter
Do you have a recent scenic picture that shows the beauty of the lakes area? Send it to photos@brainerddispatch.com for possible publication in the Neighbors section. Be sure to include your name, where you are from, a brief description of the photo and when and where it was taken.
Crosslake girl qualifies for Junior Olympics in skiing
Savannah Stone of Crosslake qualified from the United States Ski Association's Central Division Championships Feb. 22-24 in Marquette, Mich., to compete in the Chevrolet Junior Olympics.
A map to possible ATV gold
Five local all-terrain vehicle clubs have taken an important first step in what it would take to establish a designated trail system in Crow Wing County.
18 and still going strong
Hi, my name is Smoke, or Smokey as my parents say, and I am a Lab cross.
ALL IN THE FAMILY
Do you have a treasured photo? Send us your favorite family photographs, including a brief description of the photo and when it was taken, for possible publication in the Neighbors section. Submit your recent photos to: kathi.nagorski@brainerddispatch.com or drop them off at the Dispatch.
Pequot Lakes girls bring home hardware
The Pequot Lakes U-10 girls' hockey B team recently won championships in the Litchfield and Hibbing tournaments, finished second in Grand Rapids and Northfield tournaments and third at Moose Lake.
Keeping a record will help keep you honest
I gained a pound. How can that be?
LOCAL BRIEFS
LITTLE FALLS - Russell Davis, administrator of Rural Development's Housing and Community Facilities Programs in Washington, D.C., will visit Little Falls for the 10 a.m. Thursday grand opening of Riverwood Pines Apartments. Davis will be joined by Steve Wenzel of Little Falls, state director of Rural Development in Minnesota and other officials.
Overheard
"I heard a loud boom."
Tips for staying safe while driving during storm
Everyone should be cautious about traveling in extreme winter weather. Follow these tips to stay safe as you drive in Minnesota:
LOCAL BRIEFS
HILLMAN - Morrison County authorities Tuesday searched a Hillman residence after learning the man who rented the property was arrested in Bloomington when material that could be used to make bombs was found in his Bloomington home.
Students asked about drug, alcohol use
Minnesota students in sixth-, ninth- and 12th-grades will be asked between now and April 15 to fill out an anonymous survey that asks about their behaviors, such as tobacco, alcohol and other drug use, as well as other risky behaviors.
Snow Days phase
Students and teachers alike probably will be glued to the local television and radio news reports this week, hoping to hear those two magic words:
Deep snow, wind to pose risk
A powerful winter storm could drop as much as 12 to 16 inches of snow by Friday afternoon and expected high winds could make area travel treacherous into the weekend.
This was Brainerd
30 years ago (1977) - The sign on Brainerd's outdoor Gull Theater which doesn't operate in winter says, "Think Snow." There are 8 inches of snow on the levels in the woods 200 miles north. The snow line starts at Brainerd. North there is snow. South there isn't.
Crosslake set to advertise for new council member
Crosslake will advertise for a replacement for former council member Terry Curtis, who announced his resignation Feb. 16.
Administrator completes probationary period
Crow Wing County Administrator David Hamilton successfully completed his six-month probationary period.
Newspaper delivery
With the anticipated impact of this week's snowstorm, subscribers and store outlets may experience delays in receiving Friday's edition as travel conditions worsen and become hazardous from heavy and blowing snow Thursday night.
Weather announcements
School closings and other weather-related announcements will be updated throughout the day. Here's what we have so far:
Nightmare has happy ending
Shortly after 11 a.m. Wednesday, a nightmare played out in Brainerd for parents, school officials, bus owners and emergency responders, including several dozen paramedics, firefighters and police officers.
Road crews brace for storm
Sage advice hasn't changed much when it comes to significant snowstorms - stay home or slow down.
Board halts EAW on land for potential ATV park
The devil remains in the details for an environmental assessment worksheet for a potential all-terrain vehicle park in Crow Wing County.
Koering fits the bill in Fantasy Legislature
Fantasy football players might drool over LaDainian Tomlinson's statistics, but the player political geeks want in Minnesota Fantasy Legislature is none other than Sen. Paul Koering, R-Fort Ripley.
Board eyes new firefighting tool
Even with the latest snowfall, the northern two-thirds of Minnesota faces a significant potential for a wildland fire this spring.
Anti-gay marriage group hits Koering for partners bill
Sen. Paul Koering, R-Fort Ripley, and other lawmakers came under fire Tuesday from Minnesota Citizens in Defense of Marriage for sponsoring a bill the family advocacy group claims is part of an incremental strategy to legalize gay marriage.
Marijuana use a concern at BHS
The first time Brainerd High School Assistant Principal Andrea Rusk met the male student we'll call M. he sprinted out of her office as she tried to confront him about being high on marijuana.
County looks back, forward with excitement
LITTLE FALLS - Morrison County had a strong year in 2006, it made investments for its future and it will continue to deal with its challenges this year, Morrison County Administrator Tim Houle said Tuesday.
Another winter storm to swirl into state
Fresh from digging out from under 9 inches of snow this past weekend, Brainerd residents should brace for another powerful winter storm that could drop as much as a foot of snow by Friday
City provides early snow removal notice
The city of Brainerd is anticipating the declaration of a snow emergency based on the forecast of snow accumulation in excess of 12 inches from Wednesday through Friday.
This was Brainerd
FEBRUARY 28 - 60 years ago (1947) - Wholesale butter prices took a one cent hike this morning with top grade selling at 78 cents a pound in Brainerd.
CORRECTION
As a result of incorrect information provided the Dispatch, two contestants in the second- through fifth-grade spelling bee were listed in the wrong grades on Page 6A Monday. Matthew Majerle earned first place for the third grade in the bee and Raelyne Ficket was third-grade runner-up.
Tips for keeping driveway entrances clear of snow
BAXTER - In light of recent weather forecasts of more snow for the region, the Minnesota Department of Transportation offered tips for property owners who want to keep their driveways cleared when snowplows go by and may plow in driveway entrances.
Success at meeting land use goals aired
How is Crow Wing County doing when it comes to meeting goals laid out in its comprehensive plan?
Esther Zintek Rossum
RANDALL - Esther Barbara Zintek Rossum, 83-year-old resident of Randall, Minn., passed away Sunday, Feb. 25, 2007, at the Amazing Days Elderly Care Center in Randall. Memorial services will be held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, March 3, 2007, at the Randall Presbyterian Church in Randall. Burial will be at a later date in Roseland Cemetery in Randall.
Donald G. Barhorst
Donald George Barhorst, age 62, resident of Brainerd, died Wednesday, Feb. 28, 2007, at his home.
Sandra J. Cook
REMER - Sandra Jean Cook, 62, of Remer, died Wednesday, Feb. 28, 2007, at Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital in Albany, Ga. Services are pending with Brenny Funeral Chapel in Crosslake, Minn.
The Rev. Ewald Eisele
MISSION TOWNSHIP - The Rev. Ewald Eisele, age 91, of Mission Township, left this life to enter his heavenly home with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Feb. 26, 2007, at his earthly home.
Bernice M. Meyer
PIERZ - Bernice M. Meyer, 74-year-old resident of Pierz, Minn., passed away Sunday, Feb. 25, 2007, at St. Gabriel's Hospital in Little Falls, Minn. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Thursday, March 1, 2007, at St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Pierz with the Rev. Gerald Dalseth officiating. Burial will be in St. Joseph's Parish Cemetery in Pierz, Minn.
Mark A. Embretson
Mark Allan Embretson, age 61, resident of Brainerd, longtime teacher and coach, died Saturday, Feb. 24, 2007, at St. Joseph's Medical Center. Mark was born on Jan. 31, 1946, in Minneapolis to Paul and Nita (Crandall) Embretson. Mark was a longtime member of First Lutheran Church.
Viola 'Ole' Jordan
BAXTER - Viola "Ole" Jordan, age 80, lifetime area resident, died at Diamond Willow Assisted Living in Baxter, on Saturday, Feb. 24, 2007. Viola was born on May 24, 1926, in Trommald, Minn., to Edward and Ethel (Snell) Pechan. Viola married Russell Jordan on Oct. 7, 1946, in Brainerd.
Elmer J. Girtz
LITTLE FALLS - Elmer J. Girtz, 89-year-old resident of Little Falls, Minn., formerly of Buckman, Minn., passed away Sunday, Feb. 25, 2007, at St. Otto's Care Center in Little Falls, Minn. Mass of Christian Burial will be held Friday at 11:30 a.m. at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Little Falls, Minn., with Father Nicholas Landsberger officiating.
Bonnie M. Lewandowski
MERRIFIELD - Bonnie M. Lewandowski, age 66, of Merrifield, passed away late Sunday evening, Feb. 25, 2007, at her home near Merrifield. Memorial services will be 11 a.m. Thursday at the Brenny Funeral Chapel of Crosslake with the Rev. Ralph Hegman officiating. Friends may call beginning at 10 a.m. Thursday at the chapel. In lieu of flowers memorials are requested.
Arthur 'Red' Burt
SILVER BAY - Arthur "Red" Burt, age 78, of Silver Bay, Minn., died Feb. 24, 2007, in Duluth. Arthur was born on Nov. 19, 1928. He married Vivian Every on Nov. 14, 1953, in Minneapolis. Arthur served in the U.S. Army during the Korean conflict. He enjoyed gardening and coaching kids' sports.
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Obituary policy
Obituary notices are charged at 40 cents a word, exclusive of the first 125 words, which are free. A $10 fee is charged for a half-column photograph. To place an obituary in the Dispatch, consult the funeral home handling arrangements.
Bonnie M. Lewandowski
MERRIFIELD - Bonnie M. Lewandowski, age 66, of Merrifield, passed away late Sunday evening, Feb. 25, 2007, at her home near Merrifield. Memorial Services will be 11 a.m. Thursday at the Brenny Funeral Chapel of Crosslake with the Rev. Ralph Hegman officiating. Friends may call beginning at 10 a.m. Thursday at the chapel. In lieu of flowers memorials are requested.
Leonard E. Muehlbauer
ST. MATHIAS - Leonard Eugene Muehlbauer, age 70, resident of St. Mathias, died Monday, Feb. 26, 2007, at his home. Leonard was born on Feb. 18, 1937, in Redwood Falls, Minn., to Henry and Louise (Brey) Muehlbauer. He was a member of St. Mathias Catholic Church, the Eagles, Past President of the Eagles and St. Mathias Breakfast Club.
VOX POP
I have a complaint about the city plows. They do a marvelous job on the streets and avenues but what about the alleys? I live out in north Brainerd and my alley wasn't plowed out. I'm the only one, plus another neighbor, who uses it.
Open Forum
The Open Forum letter written on Monday about the prohibition of marijuana made me wonder why marijuana was prohibited in the first place, so I did a little research and found that health risks had very little to do with it. In fact, the main reasons it was prohibited were because of racism and money.
Open Forum
Now that the presidential race has started almost two years before the 2008 election, how are all these candidates that are running all over the country campaigning, doing the job that they were elected to and hold now?
C-I crushes Greenway
CROSBY - Annie Adams scored 11 points, grabbed eight rebounds and had four steals and three blocks for the top-seeded Crosby-Ironton Rangers as they easily defeated the eighth-seeded Greenway Raiders 85-19 Wednesday in the opening-round of the West Subsection, Section 7-2A girls' basketball playoffs.
Scoreboard
Area events
Anderson wipes out section competition
About the only thing Jared Anderson didn't do at the Section 8-2A swimming and diving meet was wipe the pool deck at Bemidji High School after the meet had ended.
Area wrestlers ready themselves for state
Former Pierz wrestler Craig Luberts set the standard when it came to winning state championships, winning three straight from 2002-04.
Warriors lose in double overtime
Playing without two starters for two four-minute overtimes, the Brainerd Warriors' prospects weren't encouraging.
In the grapple
Aitkin's Justin Chouanard grappled with Tyler Tesmer of Dover-Eyota in Wednesday's quarterfinal round of the Minnesota State High School team wrestling tournament. Chouanard scored a technical fall against Tesmer. Photo/John Pedersen
LOCAL SHORTS
The second annual Turn In Poachers banquet is scheduled Saturday at the Brainerd Moose Lodge, 219 S. Ninth St.
Aitkin advances
ST. PAUL - Nick Nadeau put the Aitkin Gobblers in the state semifinals for the first time in program history.
At center ice with St. Cloud State forward Nate Raduns
Nate Raduns, a soft-spoken senior at St. Cloud State from Sauk Rapids, is not the flashiest or fastest player on the ice, but his unassuming leadership has been a pivotal part in the Huskies' success this season.
Lennon's 18 points leads Pillager
WADENA - Joe Lennon led all scorers with 18 points and grabbed seven rebounds to lead the Pillager Huskies in a 72-60 non-conference boys' basketball victory over the Wadena-Deer Creek Wolverines.
Stanfield sparks Warriors
SAUK RAPIDS - Landon Stanfield poured in 28 points to help the Brainerd Warriors quell the Sauk Rapids Storm 69-54 in Central Lakes Conference boys' basketball Tuesday.
Brainerd bounces back
MAPLE GROVE - Nathan Puchalla registered a hat trick and two assists as the Brainerd Warriors bounced back from their Feb 21 loss to Anoka with an 8-1 victory over Maple Grove Tuesday.
LOCAL SHORTS
Brainerd's Katy and Beth Etterman of the Team North Crest gymnastics club in Sauk Rapids placed in the Tropical Twist meet Sunday.
Scoreboard
Area events
First 'Bonspiel' held
Brainerd Lakes Curling Association held its first "Bonspiel" Saturday, February 24th at Hallett Center in Crosby. Over seventy area curlers attended.
Six weeks of women's tournament complete
Six weeks of the Minnesota State USBC Association women's championships have been completed at Paul Bunyan Bowl in Baxter and Jack's House in Brainerd.
Pierz puts down Tigers
PIERZ - Kristin Sczublewski's 18 points and seven assists led the top-seeded Pierz Pioneers to a 72-39 Subsection 18, Section 6-2A quarterfinal victory over the eighth-seeded Rush City Tigers Tuesday.
State forecast for N.D.
Snow advisory southwest today...
State forecast for S.D.
Blizzard warning far east today...And over more of the east especially northeast for tonight and friday...
Having a blast in the snow
Weather drawing by Annika Mau of Ms. Hemstad's third-grade class at Baxter school.
It's snow time
Weather drawing by Calihan Yliniemi of Mrs. Surma's third-grade class at Baxter school.
State forecast for Iowa
Winter weather advisory this afternoon and this evening portions
State forecast for Minnesota
Blizzard warning parts of the northeast and southwest through friday...
State forecast for Minnesota
A variety of winter storm warnings and advisories today through
State forecast for Iowa
Blizzard warning through friday much of western and north central
Wisconsin state forecast
Blizzard warning tonight through friday for douglas county...
State forecast for N.D.
Winter storm warning east today through friday...
State forecast for S.D.
Winter storm warning northeast today and tonight...
Wisconsin state forecast
Blizzard warning today through friday for douglas county...