Saturday, July 3, 2010
There could be a Wendy's in Nisswa's future
A Wendy's restaurant may be in Nisswa's future.
Business notes
CROSSLAKE - Mike Monahan, Breezy Point, is a new real estate associate with the Crosslake Edina Realty office.
Monahan's real estate experience includes owning and operating investment properties. An airline pilot for almost 20 years, he was most recently chief pilot for Cirrus Aircraft out of Duluth.
Brainerd Lakes Wellness opens in Baxter
BAXTER - The water, recreation and the atmosphere for starting a family drew Dillon Remmick to the lakes area to open his chiropractic business.
Brainerd Personnel and Finance Committee
Meets 6 p.m. Tuesday
Little Falls City Council
Meets at 6:15 p.m. Tuesday in a special work session and at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday in a regular council meeting in the Little Falls City Hall Council Chambers.
Brainerd City Council Chambers
meets 6 p.m. Tuesday
Baxter City Council
Meets 7 p.m. Tuesday
Police blotter
A woman standing on the dock attempting to stop a pontoon at Bertha Boatworks in Ideal Township fell in the water between the pontoon and the dock and was knocked unconscious for about 45 seconds at 1:34 p.m. Thursday. Paramedics arrived and the victim, Cassandra Ludwig, 26, Blaine, was taken by ambulance to St. Joseph's Medical Center in Brainerd and treated for injuries that included a bruised hip and head and a cut lower back.
Correction
In a Page 4A local brief on Rainy Days Bookstore in Nisswa the headline listed the correct day for an appearance and book signing with author Julie Kramer but the story listed the incorrect day. The event is 11 a.m. Saturday at the bookstore in Nisswa.
Correction
The Brainerd Dispatch incorrectly listed the date of the Pine River duck races as Saturday in this week's Neighbors section. The duck races will be 2 p.m. Friday downtown at the Pine River Dam.
Motorcyclist injured
CROSSLAKE - A Crosslake motorcyclist suffered injuries in an accident Thursday afternoon on County Road 16 in Ideal Township, the Crow Wing County Sheriff's Department reported.
Senior Calendar
LAKES AREA SENIOR ACTIVITY CENTER
Cass County Board of Commissioners
Meets 9 a.m. Tuesday
Crow Wing County Board
There is no regular county board meeting this week but the following meetings may be attended by one or more members of the Crow Wing County Board:
Correction/clarification
The Brainerd Dispatch incorrectly spelled the word ratio in Charles Hagberg's Open Forum letter in Thursday's Dispatch. The sentence should have referred to student-teacher ratios not rations.
Brainerd City Council
Meets 7:30 p.m. Tuesday
Police blotter
A report Wednesday of an intoxicated man passed out at the 600 block of Laurel Street. The man said he was only was passed out for a few seconds as a result of taking sleeping pills.
Volunteer opportunities
Local volunteer opportunities
Adult volunteer of the month
Jeanne Coffin, Hometown: Fifty Lakes
A true family farm
It was a sunny Tuesday morning and things were hoppin' at the Nelson-Shine Produce, located about 12 miles south of Brainerd on Highway 25.
What's doing
The Brainerd Garden Club will meet at 1 p.m. Friday at the Northland Arboretum, located behind the Westgate Mall in Brainerd/Baxter.
Bank robber caught
A 32-year-old Moorhead man was arrested Friday afternoon, suspected of robbing the Deerwood Bank in Deerwood June 26.
Wadena works to keep pool experience part of summer
WADENA - Retaining a pool experience for young people as a stress reliever was a priority for Wadena city officials.
Wadena mayor reflects on the aftermath
WADENA - You never know how you'll really respond in an emergency until you are in one.
4TH OF JULY CALENDAR for Friday and Saturday
Friday, July 2
Local briefs
U.S. Sen. Amy Klobuchar, D-Minn., and her family will spend the Fourth of July weekend in the Brainerd lakes area, participating in parades in Brainerd and Crosby.
Boeder and Nelson transferred
ROBBINSDALE - Tim Boeder and Keith Nelson - the two Brainerd men who were seriously injured June 16 at the North Central Speedway when they were struck by a race car at the track - have been transferred from North Memorial Medical Center in Robbinsdale to Bethesda Hospital in St. Paul, a North Memorial hospital spokesman said Thursday.
Absentee ballots are available in Cass County now
Absentee ballots for the Aug. 10, statewide primary election are now available, Cass County reported.
Marines land on Cragun's beach for fundraiser
EAST GULL LAKE - The Marines took the beach Thursday.
Proudly it waves on waves
Even in the water the American flag showed its colors Thursday on Gull Lake.
55+ driver improvement program offered
The Minnesota Highway Safety Center will be offering a 55+ Driver Improvement course on the following days:
School goes on
Cleanup efforts have vastly improved streets and cleaned up boulevards but destroyed homes and mangled trees are still part of the landscape in hard hit neighborhoods of southwest Wadena.
Third annual Nisswa Knit-in for the Cure planned for July 9
NISSWA - Area knitting and crochet enthusiasts will spend 24 straight hours using their skills and energy to make a difference in the lives of those who are diagnosed with cancer.
Gas price no issue for them
Boaters paddled a canoe on Gull Lake Thursday to enjoy the warm sunny day.
U.S. 169 project begins July 12
Work on a resurfacing improvement project will begin July 12 on Highway 169 from north of Garrison to Highway 210 in Aitkin and includes a segment of Highway 210 in Aitkin from west of Eighth Avenue to east of Highway 169.
Wadena receiving federal aid
WADENA - Federal aid is coming to Wadena.
FOURTH OF JULY CALENDAR
Saturday, July 3: Gospel Night, 7 p.m., Heritage Assembly of God Church. Tickets $10, available in advance at Bethany Book Store, KTIG, Good Bookstore, Brainerd Dispatch, Inspirations in Wadena, or $13 at the door.
Cote family's generosity recognized by foundation
The Cote family, long identified with Grand View Lodge, Camp Lincoln and Camp Lake Hubert in the NIsswa area, will be honored this month for the generosity it has shown to a variety of area charitable causes.
College students in Wadena told to expect minimal changes
WADENA - Students at Minnesota State Community and Technical College in Wadena were told to expect minimal changes to their schedules as space is made to accommodate the displaced high school students.
Just ducky
There were ducks galore along the Gull Lake shore Thursday and most, such as this fine-feathered specimen, seemed not to heed the close proximity to people one iota. It may have been looking for the Pine River duck races.
Man injured in motorcycle-car accident
CROSSLAKE - A 48-year-old Crosslake man was injured after the motorcycle he was driving rear-ended another vehicle on Crow Wing County Road 16 and Star Lake Road, near Crosslake, Crow Wing County Sheriff Todd Dahl said.
Overheard
"My sense is that I am expected to not tire out, not let down, continue to be the guy to keep us on that path and I hope that I have done that to people's expectations."
Overheard
"We get lots of calls on the big boomers."
Death investigated in Pequot Lakes
The Crow Wing County Sheriff's Department is investigating the death of a 56-year-old Sauk Rapids man, whose body was found at 10:14 p.m. Thursday in a wooded area at County Road 39 and Ossawinnamakee Road in Pequot Lakes.
Eighth Street in Brainerd slated to open up by end of day Friday
Brainerd's Eighth Street, from Washington to Oak streets, is expected to reopen by Friday after an improvement project that began in May.
WE ARE WADENA
WADENA - Wadena-Deer Creek High School Principal Tyler Church challenged students, particularly seniors, to provide leadership for the challenge ahead.
This was Brainerd
40 years ago (1970) Mayor George Bedard has called on all Brainerd residents to join forces with people across the country in "Honor America Day" on Saturday. Plans call for flying the flag, ringing church bells and blowing auto horns for two minutes to honor America's flag.
Enjoy legal fireworks safely
Ah, the Fourth of July holiday.
Routine traffic stop results in meth arrest near city of Remer
The Cass County Sheriff's Office reported Friday that a routine traffic stop near the city of Remer Wednesday ended with the driver's arrest for fifth-degree possession of methamphetamine and inimical to public safety.
Local news briefs
The Pine River Regional Airport recently received a $59,850 grant to install miscellaneous NAVAIDS and to rehabilitate the runway.
This was Brainerd
30 years ago (1980): Brainerd bicyclists had better think twice before offering friends a ride on a bicycle built for one. That, and many other unsafe bicycling habits will come under scrutiny by the new bicycle safety officers, Gene Weiss, 21, and Lynn Murton, 18, starting next week.
Frances Thomsen
Frances Thomsen, 93, resident of Brainerd, passed away on Friday, July 02, 2010, at Edgewood Vista in Brainerd.
Irene M. Aune
PIERZ - Irene Marie Aune, age 89, of Crosby, died on May 6, 2010, at the Pierz Villa. She was born on July 15, 1920, in Ironton to Louis and Stina (Arness) Aune. Irene owned and operated a bait shop in Minneapolis for many years and worked as a secretary for a dental office. Irene
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. Obituaries must come from the funeral home or cremation service that is handling arrangements.
Open Forum
Open Forum: Family fun found at the Lunkers' game
Vox Pop
Why can't the city, county and school board promote from within? Are there no qualified people for grade school principal, or police chief, fire chief? How much does it cost to go outside the area and pay search fees to companies and then the moving expenses to bring in strangers? It is not very encouraging to current employees to want to make a career here.
Open Forum
A small town in Nebraska just passed a law making it a crime to hire an illegal immigrant. They said they prefer to give the jobs to the citizens of this country. These cities and states have had to resort to this because the federal government, which should address this issue but won't, does not care. One legislator, who opposed the town's new law, went so far as to say this country was built on immigrants and we should remember that. What she forgot to say was the people she is talking about, came in the front door, the legal way.
Other opinion: State fees
A new birth defect research program that will help the Minnesota Department of Health track such defects so the department can establish targeted prevention services? It's hard to argue with that. How about a program that may help Minnesota couples contemplating divorce to find a way to reconcile? If it works, it, too, would be worthwhile.
Other opinion: Energy
By now it may be becoming apparent to most Americans that no single energy technology comes without its faults. Midwestern farmers still see ethanol as a viable tool in the arsenal, but the shine has rubbed off somewhat. Oil? Not working out too well in the Gulf right now.
Guest column
Recently, the Brainerd Dispatch reprinted an editorial from the Duluth News Tribune ("Voting, Breaking down barriers," May 28, 2010) claiming that Minnesota elections would be "negatively influenced" by requiring voters to show photo IDs when casting their ballots.
Outdoors notes
The third annual Ron Schara's Minnesota Bound Invitational Bass Tournament is scheduled Thursday through Saturday on Gull Lake. All proceeds will benefit the Minnesota Fishing Museum in Little Falls.
Bergin/Ude engagement announced
Jenna Bergin and David Ude announce their engagement. Parents are Timothy and Ann Bergin, Nisswa, MN. and James and Marianne Ude, Port Angeles, Washington. A December 31, 2010 wedding is planned at Lutheran Church of the Cross, Nisswa and a reception at Grand View Lodge.
Peterson/Davis engagement announced
Natalie Petersen and Jordan Davis announce their engagement. Parents are Mark and Connie Petersen, Baxter, MN. and Dawn Gilstrap, Missouri, and Richard Davis, California. An October 3, 2010 wedding is planned.
Brainerd lakes area churches
Addresses and phone numbers. Call for service times.
Church news
BOWLUS -St. Stanislaus Kostka Catholic Church will host Bowlus Fun Day on July 4. The full day celebration begins at 8:30 a.m. with a 5 K fun walk/run, followed by an Outdoor Polka Mass at 10 a.m. and activities from noon until midnight. Fireworks will display at dusk. For more information contact Arnie Benusa at (320) 584-8226.
Riewer, O'Brien lead Staples-Motley
PARK RAPIDS - Jordan Riewer and Tyler O'Brien each had two hits as Staples-Motley beat Park Rapids 12-4 in the first game of doubleheader Friday night.
Local sports shorts
They were all wet ...but what if that happens during fireworks?
Athletics just might help Wadena-Deer Creek heal
Norm Gallant and his wife, Mandy, celebrated their 10th wedding anniversary June 17 hunkered down in the basement of their Wadena home with their 6- and 5-year-old daughters, Grace and Madelyn.
Scoreboard
Area events
Unbeaten at North Central
World of Outlaws
Imports, diesels to race at BIR
Import cars, sport compacts and diesels invaded Brainerd International Raceway last weekend, treating fans to a variety of drag and road racing, drifting, autocross competitions and a car show.
Scoreboard
Area events
Nisswa takes two from Little Falls
LITTLE FALLS - Zach Voles amassed eight RBIs, two home runs and a double as Nisswa swept Little Falls in a doubleheader Thursday.
Brainerd splits with Sauk Rapids
Brainerd won the first game 15-3 and lost the second 9-2 in sophomore VFW baseball against Sauk Rapids on Thursday.
Crocker, Johnson have priceless experience
High school all-star games are about more than wins and losses.
Local sports shorts
Brandon Myers of the Vintage at Staples qualified for the MGA Amateur Championship by shooting a 76 Thursday at Oak Glen Golf Course in Stillwater.
Lunkers win third straight
THUNDER BAY Ontario - Three second-inning runs, capped off by T.J. Berge's single, helped the Brainerd Lakes Area Lunkers roll past the Thunder Bay Border Cats 3-2 in a Northwoods League series finale Thursday afternoon.
Duluth snaps Lunkers' win streak
The Duluth Huskies scored four runs in the top of the ninth Friday night to overcome the Brainerd Lakes Area Lunkers 7-4 at Mills Field.
World of Outlaws returns to North Central this Saturday
Following a successful debut at North Central Speedway in Barrows in 2008, the World of Outlaws will return to the high-banked one-third-mile this weekend for racing Saturday night to help celebrate the Independence Day Weekend.
Bemidji sweeps Brainerd
BEMIDJI - Tom Fairbanks collected three doubles as Brainerd saw a four game win-streak come to an end on Thursday as Bemidji brought out the brooms.
Riewer, O'Brien lead Staples-Motley
PARK RAPIDS - Jordan Riewer and Tyler O'Brien each had two hits as Staples-Motley beat Park Rapids 12-4 in the first game of doubleheader Friday night.
State forecast for S.D.
Saturday...Partly to mostly cloudy with a chance of thunderstorms... Especially during the afternoon and night. Windy and humid east. Highs from the 70s far northwest...To the upper 80s to lower 90s central and east.
Day to ooh and ahh for America
Day to ooh and ahh for America
State forecast for Wisconsin
Saturday...Partly sunny northwest...Mostly sunny elsewhere. Highs in the mid to upper 80s. Slightly cooler near lakes michigan and superior.
State forecast for Iowa
.Friday...Sunny. Highs in the 80s.
The nation's weather
Tropical storm Alex had lost most of its strength but would continue spreading scattered showers over the South on Friday.
State forecast for Minnesota
Friday...Sunny. Highs in the mid 80s to lower 90s.
State forecast for N.D.
Saturday...Partly cloudy with a chance of thunderstorms. Some
State forecast for Wisconsin
Friday...Sunny. Highs in the low to mid 80s. Cooler near the great lakes.
Crow Wing County forecast
Saturday...Partly sunny. A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms in the afternoon. Highs 87 to 92. South winds 10 to 20 mph.
The nation's weather
After making landfall, Hurricane Alex was forecast to weaken as it moved westward into northern Mexico on Thursday.
State forecast for Minnesota
Saturday...Partly sunny. Chance of showers and thunderstorms
State forecast for S.D.
Friday...Mostly clear east to partly cloudy west. A chance of afternoon and nighttime thunderstorms west...And a slight chance of nighttime thunderstorms central. Windy central and east. Highs from the upper 80s to around 90 east...And 92 to 102 central and west.
Crow Wing County forecast
Tonight...Mostly clear. Lows 63 to 68. South winds 10 to 15 mph.
State forecast for Iowa
Saturday...Mostly sunny in the morning then becoming partly cloudy.
State forecast for N.D.
...Heat advisory for heat index values around 105 south central
Marching forth on the Fourth
Marching forth on the Fourth