Wednesday, July 15, 2009
Brainerd Economic Development Authority
Meets 8 a.m. Tuesday
Births
Mike and Jacinta (Mattsen) Hartwig, Pequot Lakes, a boy, Cuyler Michael, 8 pounds, 12.2 ounces, May 10, 2009.
Police blotter
SUSPICIOUS ACTIVITY - At 10:22 p.m. Monday a woman on the 20000 block of Tame Fish Lake Road reported seeing someone standing by her front door. A deputy checked the residence and found no one. The woman came back to the residence while the deputy was still there and determined she was looking at a shadow from an electric meter.
Police blotter
SUSPICIOUS PERSON - Received a report at 1:31 a.m. Friday on the 6000 block of Driftwood Lane, of a person running out of the woods with a knife and blood on him. The subject was playing a prank on another person using ketchup and a paint brush. He was issued a citation for disorderly conduct.
Police blotter
SUSPICIOUS ACTIVITY - At 10:22 p.m. Monday a woman on the 20000 block of Tame Fish Lake Road reported seeing someone standing by her front door. A deputy checked the residence and found no one. The woman came back to the residence while the deputy was still there and determined she was looking at a shadow from an electric meter.
Motorcyclist released from hospital
John Mielke, 54, Maplewood, who was critically injured in a May 23 crash that involved seven motorcycles, three cars and a pickup on Highway 169, has been released from North Memorial Medical Center in Robbinsdale, a hospital spokesman said Thursday.
Births
Mike and Jacinta (Mattsen) Hartwig, Pequot Lakes, a boy, Cuyler Michael, 8 pounds, 12.2 ounces, May 10, 2009.
Crow Wing County Board
Meets 9 a.m. Tuesday
Support groups
Weekly meetings
Support groups
Weekly meetings
Organizations
Weekly meetings
Organizations
Weekly meetings
Chemical dependency
Weekly meetings
Chemical dependency
Weekly meetings
Pequot Lakes High School all-class reunion planned
PEQUOT LAKES - The Pequot Lakes High School alumni will host an all-class reunion Aug. 1-2. On Aug. 1, many classes will have individual reunions. There will be an informal gathering at the Pequot Lakes American Legion Club.
Nisswa NW Biathlon Club finishes second in Elk River competition
Zean Baker of the Nisswa NW Biathlon Club placed second in the second MNCup Summer Series Thursday in Elk River.
Gull Lake Yacht Club and Sailing School to host major youth sailing regatta
The Gull Lake Yacht Club will host more than 170 youth sailors to see who are regional champions during the ILYA Class X Championship July 22-25 on Gull Lake in Brainerd.
Landon looking for a 'grandpa' to go fishing
Once in awhile we'll get a call from someone who says they'd like to become an adult partner but they think they're too old. We love calls like that because it gives us an opportunity to talk about the wonderful matches we have made between "senior citizens" and kids. Twenty-five percent of our adult partners are age 60 or older.
Area athletes compete in Nationals
Nine members of the Engum's Academy of Taekwondo competed in the USA Taekwondo Junior Olympic/Senior National Championships June 30-July 5 in Austin, Texas.
Fashion show to feature vintage wedding dresses
Have you ever wondered what brides wore 50 or 100 years ago?
Pets of the Week
Colby is a neutered 2-year-old male Lab/basset hound mix. He weighs 42 pounds and looks like a Lab with short legs. Colby loves to play and is especially good at fetch. Buck is a 4-year-old neutered male cat. He is friendly and loving, but scars and frostbitten ears are evidence he has had a rough life. To meet Colby, Buck or other adoptable pets go to Heartland Animal Rescue Team, or for more information visit www.hartpets.org. Brainerd Dispatch/Heidi Lake
Camp Knutson Quilt Auction will be Aug. 8
How would you like to receive a package of cut pieces of fabric, all different shapes, sizes and colors, and with these pieces design and create an original quilt? This is exactly what Jackie Viestenz did for her quilt for this year's Camp Knutson Quilt Auction.
Pequot Lakes High School all-class reunion planned
PEQUOT LAKES - The Pequot Lakes High School alumni will host an all-class reunion Aug. 1-2. On Aug. 1, many classes will have individual reunions. There will be an informal gathering at the Pequot Lakes American Legion Club.
Heritage Group North membership drive under way
PINE RIVER - Heritage Group North, a not-for-profit 501(c)3 qualified community organization dedicated to historic preservation in central Minnesota has launched a new membership drive.
Area athletes compete in Nationals
Nine members of the Engum's Academy of Taekwondo competed in the USA Taekwondo Junior Olympic/Senior National Championships June 30-July 5 in Austin, Texas.
Finding the sweet spot
Finding the sweet spot
Nisswa NW Biathlon Club finishes second in Elk River competition
Zean Baker of the Nisswa NW Biathlon Club placed second in the second MNCup Summer Series Thursday in Elk River.
LAYSA 17 and under girls' soccer
The LAYSA 17 and under girls' won the North American Challenge Cup with a team record of 6-0 June 26-28 at the National Sports Center in Blaine.
Camp Confidence celebrates 40th year
Current and former staff members and volunteers gathered last weekend at Confidence Learning Center to celebrate its 40th birthday.
Heritage Group North membership drive under way
PINE RIVER - Heritage Group North, a not-for-profit 501(c)3 qualified community organization dedicated to historic preservation in central Minnesota has launched a new membership drive.
Fashion show to feature vintage wedding dresses
Have you ever wondered what brides wore 50 or 100 years ago?
Tennis
Taylor Headlee (left), Kayla Heuther, Zoe Houle and Samantha Kletscher competed in the Paul Bunyan Adult Open. The duo of Headlee-Heuther won the women's doubles title with Houle-Kletscher claiming the consolation title.
All in the Family
Got fish? How does your garden grow?
Pets of the Week
Colby is a neutered 2-year-old male Lab/basset hound mix. He weighs 42 pounds and looks like a Lab with short legs. Colby loves to play and is especially good at fetch. Buck is a 4-year-old neutered male cat. He is friendly and loving, but scars and frostbitten ears are evidence he has had a rough life. To meet Colby, Buck or other adoptable pets go to Heartland Animal Rescue Team, or for more information visit www.hartpets.org. Brainerd Dispatch/Heidi Lake
Camp Knutson Quilt Auction will be Aug. 8
How would you like to receive a package of cut pieces of fabric, all different shapes, sizes and colors, and with these pieces design and create an original quilt? This is exactly what Jackie Viestenz did for her quilt for this year's Camp Knutson Quilt Auction.
Tennis
Taylor Headlee (left), Kayla Heuther, Zoe Houle and Samantha Kletscher competed in the Paul Bunyan Adult Open. The duo of Headlee-Heuther won the women's doubles title with Houle-Kletscher claiming the consolation title.
Landon looking for a 'grandpa' to go fishing
Once in awhile we'll get a call from someone who says they'd like to become an adult partner but they think they're too old. We love calls like that because it gives us an opportunity to talk about the wonderful matches we have made between "senior citizens" and kids. Twenty-five percent of our adult partners are age 60 or older.
Gull Lake Yacht Club and Sailing School to host major youth sailing regatta
The Gull Lake Yacht Club will host more than 170 youth sailors to see who are regional champions during the ILYA Class X Championship July 22-25 on Gull Lake in Brainerd.
Camp Confidence celebrates 40th year
Current and former staff members and volunteers gathered last weekend at Confidence Learning Center to celebrate its 40th birthday.
All in the Family
Got fish? How does your garden grow?
LAYSA 17 and under girls' soccer
The LAYSA 17 and under girls' won the North American Challenge Cup with a team record of 6-0 June 26-28 at the National Sports Center in Blaine.
Finding the sweet spot
Finding the sweet spot
Overheard
"But right now she's doing wonderfully. It's exciting. She's definitely doing a lot better."
Making room in the classroom
Brainerd elementary students may notice something new this fall in their classrooms - a little extra elbow room.
Morris Publishing obtains extension
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Morris Publishing Group LLC announced Wednesday that it has obtained an extension until July 31 to make a $9.7 million interest payment on its senior subordinated notes.
This was Brainerd
80 years ago (1929): The Brainerd Northern Pacific team took possession of first place in the Northwoods Baseball Association with a 5-3 win over Walker that featured clever pitching by Richmond. He also wielded the willow for two hits.
Morris Publishing obtains extension
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Morris Publishing Group LLC announced Wednesday that it has obtained an extension until July 31 to make a $9.7 million interest payment on its senior subordinated notes.
Hall appointed interim engineer
Rob Hall, assistant Crow Wing County engineer, will take over on an interim basis the post of highway engineer, vacated by the resignation of Lyndon Robjent.
Back to being a baby
Payten Svendsen-Johnson does everything you'd expect from a 5-month-old baby.
Fire destroys Pequot home
PEQUOT LAKES - A fire Monday destroyed the home of Dylan and Aimee Wilson on 56th Street Southwest in Loon Lake Township in Cass County, about a mile west of Pequot Lakes.
This was Brainerd
80 years ago (1929): The Brainerd Northern Pacific team took possession of first place in the Northwoods Baseball Association with a 5-3 win over Walker that featured clever pitching by Richmond. He also wielded the willow for two hits.
This was Brainerd
80 years ago (1929): Upon the fair brow of Miss Margaret Anderson of Brainerd rested the crown of Miss Minnesota following her coronation at the St. Paul Hippodrome Friday night. The 22-year-old Anderson is the only child of Andrew Andersons of East Oak Street.
Pros and cons at Serpent Lake public hearing
A public hearing at Tuesday's Crow Wing County Board meeting brought out those opposed and those in favor of establishing a Serpent Lake Improvement District.
Camp Knutson Quilt Auction will be Aug. 8
How would you like to receive a package of cut pieces of fabric, all different shapes, sizes and colors, and with these pieces design and create an original quilt? This is exactly what Jackie Viestenz did for her quilt for this year's Camp Knutson Quilt Auction.
'We couldn't keep up'
Severe thunderstorms rolled across central Minnesota on Tuesday afternoon, dropping heavy rain and packing strong winds and hail.
Making room in the classroom
Brainerd elementary students may notice something new this fall in their classrooms - a little extra elbow room.
Local briefs
CROSSLAKE - Crosslake is looking for gardens and landscapes that beautify individual property and the city no matter the level of gardening expertise or garden size.
Two men injured in crashes involving deer
Two area men were injured in separate crashes Thursday as the vehicles they were driving either struck a deer or swerved to avoid them.
No hike in milk or meal prices
Got milk?
Pros and cons at Serpent Lake public hearing
A public hearing at Tuesday's Crow Wing County Board meeting brought out those opposed and those in favor of establishing a Serpent Lake Improvement District.
Overheard
"It was a mess. There were tons of vehicles flooded out."
Future commercial development on Highway 3 mulled
A request for commercial zoning had Crow Wing County commissioners considering the future of the wooded Highway 3 corridor north of Brainerd.
Camp Knutson Quilt Auction will be Aug. 8
How would you like to receive a package of cut pieces of fabric, all different shapes, sizes and colors, and with these pieces design and create an original quilt? This is exactly what Jackie Viestenz did for her quilt for this year's Camp Knutson Quilt Auction.
Filing to open - with orientation
Filing for four of the six school board seats up for re-election on Nov. 3 will open Aug. 25 and close 5 p.m. Sept. 8.
No hike in milk or meal prices
Got milk?
'We couldn't keep up'
Severe thunderstorms rolled across central Minnesota on Tuesday afternoon, dropping heavy rain and packing strong winds and hail.
Future commercial development on Highway 3 mulled
A request for commercial zoning had Crow Wing County commissioners considering the future of the wooded Highway 3 corridor north of Brainerd.
Morris Publishing obtains extension of forbearance period on overdue interest payment
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Morris Publishing Group LLC announced Wednesday that it has obtained an extension until July 31 to make a $9.7 million interest payment on its senior subordinated notes.
Filing to open - with orientation
Filing for four of the six school board seats up for re-election on Nov. 3 will open Aug. 25 and close 5 p.m. Sept. 8.
Four arrested in golf course vandalism at Crosswoods
CROSSLAKE - Criminal charges are expected against four people suspected of causing about $5,000 in damage and theft at Crosswoods Golf Course, the Crosslake Police Department reported.
Overheard
"It was a mess. There were tons of vehicles flooded out."
Board rejects YMCA joint parking lot
On a 4-to-2 split vote, the Brainerd School Board on Monday decided against the construction of a joint parking lot with the Brainerd Family YMCA.
Hall appointed interim engineer
Rob Hall, assistant Crow Wing County engineer, will take over on an interim basis the post of highway engineer, vacated by the resignation of Lyndon Robjent.
Nina R. Moss
Nina R. Moss died July 12, 2009, at St. Joseph's Medical Center in Brainerd. She was born May 9, 1928. She was preceded in death by her husband, Maurice; her parents, Fred and LaVerne Corry; two brothers, Arthur and Vernon Corry; a sister, Esther Henson; two grandchildren, James Michael Cunningham and Tammy Michelle Tucker; and her sons-in-law, David Fletcher and Romil Valgamae.
Cody 'Tuff' Vukelich
NAPOLEON, N.D. - Cody "Tuff" Vukelich, 15-month-old of Napoleon, N.D., formerly of Little Falls, Minn., passed away Sunday, July 12, 2009, at St. Alexius Hospital in Bismarck, N.D.
George A. Knopik
LITTLE FALLS - George A. Knopik, 84-year-old resident of Little Falls, Minn., passed away Sunday, July 12, 2009, at St. Otto's Care Center in Little Falls, Minn.
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.
Grace Hatheway
HACKENSACK - Grace Hatheway, age 94, of Hackensack, passed away Monday, July 13, 2009. She was born June 16, 1915, in Hampshire Township, Iowa, to John and Anna Krogmann. Grace married John Hatheway on Oct. 21, 1934, in Clinton, Iowa. They moved to Hackensack in November of 1942. Grace worked for several years at a private nursing home owned by Olivia Lind in Hackensack and also was employed at Ah Gwah Ching for 15 years. She loved needlework, baking and playing cards.
Bonnie M. DeVries
Bonnie M. DeVries, 67, of Brainerd, passed away Sunday, July 12, 2009, at St. Cloud Hospital.
James H. Ranney
James H. Ranney, 70, Brainerd, died Friday, July 10, 2009, at St. Cloud Hospital. He was born on Sept. 1, 1938, in Spirit Lake, Iowa, to Leonard and Elaine (McClananan) Ranney.
Mavis McGuire
AITKIN - Mavis K. McGuire, 68, of Aitkin, died Saturday, July 11, 2009, at Riverwood Healthcare Center in Aitkin.
James D. Holtzman
STAPLES - James D. Holtzman, 62, of Staples, died Friday, July 10, 2009, at his home. A memorial gathering for Jim is planned for Thursday, July 16, 2009, from 5-7 p.m. at the Brenny Funeral Chapel in Staples. Friends are welcome to attend a reception at Lefty's after the memorial gathering.
Rosa Johnson
STAPLES - Rosa Johnson, 100, of Staples, passed away at Lakewood Health System Care Center, Sunday, July 12, 2009. Arrangements are pending with the Brenny Funeral Home in Staples.
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.
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.
Zelda Sallden
LITTLE FALLS - Zelda Sallden, 99-year-resident of Little Falls, Minn., passed away Tuesday, July 14, 2009, at St. Otto's Care Center in Little Falls, Minn.
Grace Hatheway
HACKENSACK - Grace Hatheway, age 94, of Hackensack, passed away Monday, July 13, 2009. She was born June 16, 1915, in Hampshire Township, Iowa, to John and Anna Krogmann. Grace married John Hatheway on Oct. 21, 1934, in Clinton, Iowa. They moved to Hackensack in November of 1942. Grace worked for several years at a private nursing home owned by Olivia Lind in Hackensack and also was employed at Ah Gwah Ching for 15 years. She loved needlework, baking and playing cards.
Rosa L. Johnson
STAPLES - Rosa L. Johnson, 100, of Staples, died at Lakewood Health System Hospital Sunday, July 12, 2009.
Zelda Sallden
LITTLE FALLS - Zelda Sallden, 99-year-resident of Little Falls, Minn., passed away Tuesday, July 14, 2009, at St. Otto's Care Center in Little Falls, Minn.
Cody 'Tuff' Vukelich
NAPOLEON, N.D. - Cody "Tuff" Vukelich, 15-month-old of Napoleon, N.D., formerly of Little Falls, Minn., passed away Sunday, July 12, 2009, at St. Alexius Hospital in Bismarck, N.D.
Nina R. Moss
Nina R. Moss died July 12, 2009, at St. Joseph's Medical Center in Brainerd. She was born May 9, 1928. She was preceded in death by her husband, Maurice; her parents, Fred and LaVerne Corry; two brothers, Arthur and Vernon Corry; a sister, Esther Henson; two grandchildren, James Michael Cunningham and Tammy Michelle Tucker; and her sons-in-law, David Fletcher and Romil Valgamae.
Rosa L. Johnson
STAPLES - Rosa L. Johnson, 100, of Staples, died at Lakewood Health System Hospital Sunday, July 12, 2009.
James D. Holtzman
STAPLES - James D. Holtzman, 62, of Staples, died Friday, July 10, 2009, at his home. A memorial gathering for Jim is planned for Thursday, July 16, 2009, from 5-7 p.m. at the Brenny Funeral Chapel in Staples. Friends are welcome to attend a reception at Lefty's after the memorial gathering.
Other opinion: Ensign case
The damning details of Sen. John Ensign's adulterous relationship with a former campaign worker continue to trickle out. Last week the Nevada Republican acknowledged that his parents paid his mistress and her family nearly $100,000. The payments were characterized as gifts, but there have been so many conflicting stories about alleged payments of money that there is the need for a thorough investigation.
Other opinion: Ensign case
The damning details of Sen. John Ensign's adulterous relationship with a former campaign worker continue to trickle out. Last week the Nevada Republican acknowledged that his parents paid his mistress and her family nearly $100,000. The payments were characterized as gifts, but there have been so many conflicting stories about alleged payments of money that there is the need for a thorough investigation.
Let women fix the economy
WASHINGTON - While the pinstripe crowd fixates on troubled assets, a stalled stimulus and mortgage remedies, it turns out that a more sure-fire financial fix is within our grasp - and has been for years.
Vox Pop
It would be nice if the citizens' appreciation day that Mary Koep invited us all to would be in the evening or on a weekend. 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. or so is not convenient for most working individuals. The thought is great, but the timing isn't!
Open Forum: Jackson's death dominated network news
I guess the people who loved Michael Jackson, probably feel the same way I did when Elvis died.
Let women fix the economy
WASHINGTON - While the pinstripe crowd fixates on troubled assets, a stalled stimulus and mortgage remedies, it turns out that a more sure-fire financial fix is within our grasp - and has been for years.
Other opinion: Binge drinking
Some things only seem like a good idea at 3 a.m. Increasingly, the Amethyst Letter, which more than 100 college presidents and chancellors signed last year to advocate rethinking the drinking age, looks like one of them. A study just published in the Journal of the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry found that binge drinking has decreased nationwide with the increased drinking age - everywhere but on college campuses.
Northwoods League standings
Northwoods League
Bremer secures league lead
Bremer Bank tallied a gross 28 and a net 25.36 during the July 9 men's league scramble to secure 22 points and claim the early second-half lead at the Legacy Courses at Cragun's.
Breezy Point women's invite July 23
The Breezy Point women's invitational, 2-person best ball golf tournament will be held July 23 at Whitebirch Golf Course.
Four Lunkers named all-stars
Brainerd Lakes Area Lunkers starting pitchers Dennis O'Grady and Michael Gedman, closer Drew Smith and infielder David Valsente were selected to the 2008 Northwoods League All-Start Game.
Lunkers game postponed
The Brainerd Lakes Area Lunkers regular scheduled game against the Rochester Honkers was postponed due to rain and unplayable field conditions.
Local sports shorts
For the first time the Brainerd Parks and Recreation Department will host a Mid-Season Slam for youth softball.
Hanson to captain Team Minnesota
Barb Hanson is being asked a lot of questions this summer.
Race for the Cure results
Justin Grunewald of Merrifield ran a 15:15 and Ladia Albertson-Junkans of St. Paul ran a 17:55 to win the men's and women's 5K during the Koman Brainerd Lakes Race for the Cure Saturday.
Brainerd, Little Falls split
Brainerd split a VFW doubleheader with Little Falls Tuesday, winning 6-1 before losing 5-4.
Scoreboard
Area events
Lunkers game postponed
The Brainerd Lakes Area Lunkers regular scheduled game against the Rochester Honkers was postponed due to rain and unplayable field conditions.
Johnson, S-M top W-DC again
STAPLES - For the third time this summer Gunner Johnson pitched a gem to lead the Staples-Motley legion team to a 2-0 win over Wadena-Deer Creek in the first round of the post season.
Breezy Point women's invite July 23
The Breezy Point women's invitational, 2-person best ball golf tournament will be held July 23 at Whitebirch Golf Course.
All-Star pitching carries Lunkers
Northwoods League All-Star Dennis O'Grady gave up a hit to the second batter he faced before retiring the next 20 batters he faced, guiding the Brainerd Lakes Area Lunkers to a 2-1 victory over the Duluth Huskies Monday.
Scoreboard
Area events
Brainerd takes 2 from St. Cloud
It took nine innings, but the Brainerd VFW team defeated St. Cloud 4-3 Monday in St. Cloud.
Hanson to captain Team Minnesota
Barb Hanson is being asked a lot of questions this summer.
Brainerd teams 2nd, 4th
It was a bittersweet day of tennis for two Brainerd teams Monday at Brainerd High School.
Bremer secures league lead
Bremer Bank tallied a gross 28 and a net 25.36 during the July 9 men's league scramble to secure 22 points and claim the early second-half lead at the Legacy Courses at Cragun's.
Local sports shorts
Villella's Bada-Bing in Baxter will be the site of a fight night promoted by Brainerd's Brock Larson.
Local sports shorts
Villella's Bada-Bing in Baxter will be the site of a fight night promoted by Brainerd's Brock Larson.
Brainerd, Little Falls split
Brainerd split a VFW doubleheader with Little Falls Tuesday, winning 6-1 before losing 5-4.
Scoreboard
Area events
State forecast for Iowa
Today...Becoming mostly sunny. Areas of fog in the early morning.
State forecast for Iowa
Today...Becoming mostly sunny. Areas of fog in the early morning.
State forecast for S.D.
Today...Mostly sunny...But becoming partly cloudy west...With a slight chance of an afternoon thunderstorm extreme west. Breezy and less humid east. Highs from the mid 70s to mid 80s.
State forecast for Minnesota
Today...Breezy. Showers and thunderstorms likely southwest this
State forecast for N.D.
Today...Mostly sunny southwest. Partly to mostly cloudy northeast.
Catching waves and rays
Weather drawing by Kaylee Klink of Mrs. Surma's third-grade class at Baxter school.
State forecast for Minnesota
Today...Mostly cloudy north with a slight chance of showers.
State forecast for Iowa
Today...Partly cloudy. Chance of thunderstorms. Highs 77 to 87.
State forecast for Wisconsin
Today...Decreasing clouds. Highs from the mid 70s northwest...To the lower 80s south.
State forecast for S.D.
Wind advisory northwest today...
Rain on the flowers
Weather drawing by Hannah Bankers of Mrs. Surma's third-grade class at Baxter school.
State forecast for Wisconsin
Today...Mostly cloudy. Chance of thunderstorms west half. Thunderstorms likely far northwest in the afternoon. Highs 75 to 80. Cooler near lake superior.
State forecast for Minnesota
Today...Mostly cloudy north with a slight chance of showers.
Rain on the flowers
Weather drawing by Hannah Bankers of Mrs. Surma's third-grade class at Baxter school.
State forecast for N.D.
Today...Mostly sunny southwest. Partly to mostly cloudy northeast.
State forecast for N.D.
Wind advisory far southwest this afternoon and early evening...
State forecast for S.D.
Today...Mostly sunny...But becoming partly cloudy west...With a slight chance of an afternoon thunderstorm extreme west. Breezy and less humid east. Highs from the mid 70s to mid 80s.
State forecast for Wisconsin
Today...Decreasing clouds. Highs from the mid 70s northwest...To the lower 80s south.