Wednesday, June 11, 2008
POLICE BLOTTER
VANDALISM - Glen Niles, 500 block of League Avenue, Sunday reported the window in his front door broken out.
BIRTH
James and Lindsay Freese, Deerwood, a boy, Carson James, 7 pounds, 7 ounces, June 6, 2008. Grandparents are Laverne and Jody Booth, Deerwood, and Steve and Marian Freese, Deerwood.
Victims in train, vehicle collision identified
BENA - The husband and wife who died in a collision Monday between a train and an automobile in northern Cass County have been identified as David J. Brost, 56, and Judy M. Brost, 56, of Brooklyn Park, the Cass County Sheriff's Department reported.
ACCIDENTS: Two die after vehicle collides with train in Cass County
BENA - Two people died about 11:30 a.m. Monday after the vehicle they were in collided with BNSF Railway train on Portage Road about three miles west of Bena in northern Cass County, the Cass County Sheriff's Department reported.
Soccer champs
The Lakes Area Youth Soccer Association Lakers U-9 team won the Maple Brook tournament May 31-June 1 in Maple Grove with a 2-0-1 record: Mara Roberts (front left), Tyler Ogren, Jack Quaal, Seth Desrocher, Zeffen Thurow, Dustin Nelson (middle left), Jordan Decora, Ian Foster, Levi Jensen, Walker Grausam, Ally Smith, coach Terry Decora (back left) and coach Tom Grausam.
PETS OF THE WEEK
Heartland Animal Rescue Team has many male kittens to choose from, including 8-week-old Morrie (left) and Tiger. They're playful and full of energy. Brainerd Dispatch/Heidi Lake
LOCAL BRIEFS
CROSSLAKE - Ray Nelson, park director at the Corps of Engineers Campground and Recreation Area, will present a program at 7 p.m. Tuesday at the Crosslake Historic Log Village.
Dairy baby
June is Dairy Month. Each year the Crow Wing County American Dairy Association begins the month by honoring the first baby born in the month with a $50 savings bond and a basket of dairy products for his or her family.
CHEMICAL DEPENDENCY
923 Oak Street Temple Baptist Church (Soup Kitchen)
Second-place Warriors
The Brainerd High School 4x800-meter relay team placed second Saturday in the state track and field meet. Pictured are coach Dave Herath (left), Luke Delaney, Mitch Lorenz, Thomas Ruttger, Tyler Rose and coach Carl Schirmer.
ORGANIZATIONS
Brainerd Jaycees
ALL IN THE FAMILY
Rocco J. Harrison of Brainerd was excited about more than a diaper change. Though not yet able to take footsteps, he leans in the same direction as his godfather and uncle, Dmitri Morris, who shook hands with Barack Obama and attended the rally at the Xcel Energy Center on June 3 in St. Paul. Photo courtesy of his mother, Acala Morris.
SUPPORT GROUPS
Lakes Area Ecumenical Bereavement
Mail call
Ben is back.
Reflecting on a summer past
Sue Ready of Baby Lake near Hackensack submitted this photograph last summer. At that time, she wrote, "I captured this lake image in the early evening. As I was sitting on the dock, I noticed how the calm lake waters seemed to mirror the beautiful evening sky. The reflection of the clouds in the water is what really captured my interest. It seemed like a picture postcard to me."
This was Brainerd
JUNE 11 - 100 years ago (1908) - Lots for sale: $25 each for finest residence lots in the Chippewa Addition to the city of Brainerd. $5 down and $5 monthly.
Mill Avenue project ahead of schedule
The Mill Avenue project may be completed by Labor Day, which is about a month-and-a-half ahead of schedule.
Houle is new administrator
It's official: Tim Houle is the next Crow Wing County administrator.
Nystrom says county is in hiring 'chill'
Crow Wing County is in a hiring chill.
LOCAL BRIEFS
An open house will be held from 6-8 p.m. on June 18 at the Salvation Army offices, 208 S. Fifth St., for Salvation Army Captains Brian and Heidi Reed, who after five years of serving in the Brainerd area are being transferred to Mount Pleasant, Mich.
Big changes bring about big moves to other buildings
For three days last week, the classroom desks and supplies of 157 Brainerd teachers, or more than 20 percent of the teaching staff, were moved from their current schools to other schools, part of the big changes in store for next fall.
Five honored by Girl Scouts at program
Marissa Archie, a 2008 Brainerd High School graduate, was taught to always do her best and to stand up for what she believes in.
This was Brainerd
JUNE 10 - 30 years ago (1978) - A Mille Lacs Lake landmark went to a watery grave last night. The Blue Goose Launch, a long-time fixture on the lake, sank in nine feet of water after it was rammed by another boat.
Overheard
"There are a ton of challenges, not the least of which is financial."
Challenge to change
Jim Nephew was slowly killing himself.
Have plan ready
Families are advised to review plans in case of severe weather so everyone knows where to go and how to get in touch with each other after the storm has passed.
Brainerd man injured in camper explosion in satisfactory condition
James Lund, who was injured Sunday after his camper exploded at his northeast Brainerd home, was reported in satisfactory condition Monday at Hennepin County Medical Center.
More cuts, no referendum anticipated
Brainerd School District administrators told board members Tuesday that they wouldn't recommend that the district seek another levy referendum until 2011, when the existing $199-per-pupil operating levy expires.
Area Republicans endorse Pundt, LeMieur for House
Republicans from House Districts 12A and 12B Tuesday night endorsed one state legislative candidate unanimously and the other by a margin that was just short of that mark.
OBEY SIREN CALL
Hot summer afternoons, though a welcome relief from cool spring days, can come with a downside - violent weather.
Overheard
"Too close for comfort."
Council forming panel to manage ice arenas
Brainerd is on its way to having a management plan for the Brainerd Area Civic Center and Gold Medal ice arenas.
Mill Avenue bridge reopens
A portion of Mill Avenue, including the Mississippi River bridge extending to N Street, opened Monday.
LOCAL BRIEFS
An experienced motorcyclist course is scheduled June 28 at the Brainerd campus of Central Lakes College.
Eldora E. Oswald
CROSBY - Eldora Eva Oswald, age 92, of Crosby, died on June 9, 2008, at the Cuyuna Regional Care Center in Crosby. She was born on July 19, 1915, in Tenstrike, Minn., to William and Jessie (Johnston) Avery. She married Fredrick Oswald in July of 1940 in Brainerd.
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.
Edward Vilinski
LITTLE FALLS - Edward Vilinski, age 85, of Little Falls, Minn., passed away Sunday, June 8, 2008, at St. Gabriel's Hospital in Little Falls, Minn.
Edgar Kingsley
PRINCETON - Edgar Kingsley, 54, Princeton, Minn., died Tuesday, June 9, 2008, at his home north of Princeton, Minn.
Richard Leikvoll Sr.
GARRISON - Richard "Dick" Leikvoll Sr., age 70, a resident of Garrison, Minn., formerly of Little Falls, Minn., passed away Friday, June 6, 2008, at his home surrounded by his family. Funeral services will be held at 4 p.m. on Thursday, June 12, 2008, at the Shelley Funeral Chapel in Little Falls. A visitation will be held from 2-4 p.m. on Thursday, June 12, at the Shelley Funeral Chapel.
Verna C. Christensen
Verna C. Christensen, 92, St. Cloud
John M. Samuelson
LITTLE FALLS - John M. Samuelson, 69-year-old resident of Little Falls, Minn., passed away Sunday, June 8, 2008, at St. Cloud Hospital. Arrangements are pending with the Shelley Funeral Chapel in Little Falls.
Marie T. Kraklau
Marie Theresa Kraklau, age 94, Brainerd area resident since 1945, died Monday, June 9, 2008, at St. Joseph's Medical Center in Brainerd.
James Skarolid
James Skarolid, age 69, of Brainerd, passed away Thursday, May 29, 2008, at the home of his companion and friend in Randall. Memorial services will be Sunday, July 13, from 2-4 p.m. at Brenny Funeral Chapel in Baxter. Interment will be at Evergreen Cemetery in Brainerd.
Alice R. Weiss
HARDING - Alice R. Weiss, 78-year-old resident of Harding, Minn., passed away Saturday, June 7, 2008, at St. Cloud Hospital surrounded by her loving family. Mass of Christian Burial will be at 11 a.m. on Wednesday (June 11) at Holy Cross Catholic Church in Harding, Minn., with Fr. Skarias Johnus Cherunilath officiating.
Richard Kavan
Richard Kavan, 68, of Brainerd, passed away Friday, June 6, 2008, at Almond House in Brainerd. Arrangements are with Kline Funeral Home, Pine River.
Rosina Searles
DEERWOOD - Rosina Searles, age 91, of Deerwood, died Monday, June 9, 2008, at the Cuyuna Care Center in Crosby. Arrangements are pending with Brenny Funeral Chapel of Baxter.
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.
VOX POP
I agree with the superintendent's message that productive dialogue in school district discussions is needed. But I think we might disagree on whether the district has promoted such dialogue. Decisions made on district cuts and changes were made in a closed administrative circle, not including teachers, staff and parents directly affected by them.
Town meetings hold promise
WASHINGTON - It's pretty obvious what was the most overhyped political story of the past week. The honors clearly go to the Hillary Clinton drama: Will she stand down? Will she endorse? Will she deign to accept the vice presidency? Will she join a monastic order and move to a commune? What a lot of nonsense.
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Open Forum
Memorial Day was cold and windy but it did not stop the remembrance of our veterans. Thanks so much to all who helped with the many committees before, during and after the services, for those who died at sea, at the bridge; all veterans at the All Vets Memorial; the Bataan veterans at the Armory; and the program at the cemetery. Thanks to the spectators who braved the weather at all these places and especially those who watched the parade.
Open Forum
No U.S. Senator has a pro-abortion voting record further to the left than Barack Obama. His speeches say he seeks common ground with pro-lifers. This issue is either life or death for the unborn. What's there to talk about? He voted against the ban on partial birth abortion. He voted against restrictions on taking a minor across state lines for an abortion. He voted against providing legal protection for babies who survive abortion.
You can have an impact on new shoreland rules
Look around at developments on our lakes, rivers and streams. Ask yourself, "Have things changed in the past 20 years?"
Not your garden- variety golf deal
A popular lakes area golf promotion in recent seasons has been the "Child plays for free with a paid adult."
GOLF SHORTS
The fourth annual MAO (Mark Anthony Ocel) Scramble is scheduled for 3 p.m. Aug. 2 at the Legacy Courses at Cragun's.
Brainerd falters
in season opener
SARTELL - Rob Veith was 4-for-5 with two runs scored, but seven Brainerd errors led to a 12-8 loss to Sartell Tuesday in American Legion baseball.
10 Thunder players drafted
Blue Thunder Baseball saw 10 of its past and present players taken in the 2008 Major League Baseball draft June 5-6.
Brainerd sophomores gain split
Kyle Crocker finished 3-for-4 with a triple and three RBIs and also pitched the Brainerd sophomore VFW baseball team to an 8-1 game one victory Tuesday.
Thunder game postponed
WATERLOO, Iowa - Monday's Brainerd Blue Thunder game against the Waterloo Bucks in Waterloo was postponed due to flooding from the Cedar River. No makeup date has been scheduled at this time.
Wawro moves to top of alphabet
PEQUOT LAKES - Jack Wawro has always had the game and the title, now he's got the classification to go with it.
Scoreboard
Area events
Winners abound at Breezy Point
Martha Polsfuss, Ruth Tiedeman, Jan Benson, Barb Owens, Joi Brandt, Phyllis Struthers, Jean Engfer, Ellie Aarrestad, Sandy O'Day, Sue Adamson and Judy Thomas each recorded a bingo to win the "Bingo" event June 5 on the Traditional Course at Breezy Point Resort.
Making memories
These are the moments you will always remember.
Scoreboard
Area events
Lightning split pair
The Lakes Area Lightning split two games over the weekend, dropping a 5-2 contest with the Bemidji Mudcats and defeating the Staples Legionnaire 2-1 in 11 innings
AREA SHORTS
The River Rat 5K run or walk is scheduled for June 21 at Belle Prairie Park north of Little Falls.
Nisswa sweeps Bemidji
NISSWA - One took longer than the other, but the results were the same as the Nisswa Legion team swept Bemidji 3-2, 3-2 Monday in a baseball doubleheader.
State forecast for N.D.
Today...Mostly cloudy with a chance of showers and thunderstorms
Green tree
Weather drawing by Makayla Snow of Mrs. Swanson's kindergarten class at Lincoln school.
Lightning
Nickolas Berens of Ms. Hemstad's third-grade class at Baxter school.
State forecast for Iowa
Today...Partly cloudy with a chance of late afternoon
State forecast for S.D.
Flood watch northwest into northeast later this afternoon into wednesday...
State forecast for Minnesota
Severe thunderstorm watch in effect for portions of western and
State forecast for Minnesota
Today...Mostly cloudy. Chance of showers north. Highs around 60
Wisconsin state forecast
Flash flood watch today through tomorrow for much of western wisconsin...
Wisconsin state forecast
Dense fog advisory douglas...Ashland...Bayfield counties until 11 am cdt...
State forecast for S.D.
Severe thunderstorm watch until 8 am cdt central and northeast...
State forecast for N.D.
Urban and small stream flood advisory until 800 am cdt or
State forecast for Iowa
Severe thunderstorm watch in effect for a portion of northwest