Sunday, September 6, 2009
Nature Vision is now Swordfish Financial
Nature Vision - as lakes consumers knew it - is no more.
BUSINESS NOTES
Anderson joins Brainerd Lakes Health
About Mary Etta's
Mary Etta Durham grew up in Jenkins with 11 brothers and sisters, learning her cooking skills early.
Seeking a bigger share of the pie
NISSWA - A well-known lakes area dessert label is looking to expand both its reach and its physical location.
BUSINESS NOTES - 2
A Certified Food Manager course will meet Sept. 24 and 29 and Oct. 1 in the Business and Industry Center at Central Lakes College, Brainerd.
POLICE BLOTTER
ANIMAL COMPLAINT - Justin Biegler Thursday reported a black cow was out in the area of County Road 1 and 3.
BIRTHS
Genelle Spitzengel and Dan Jackson, Little Falls, a girl, Lily Elizabeth Jackson, 8 pounds, 4 ounces, Aug. 24, 2009. Grandparents are Jay and Pauline Spitzengel, Aitkin, and Dick and Diane Jackson, Lakeland, Fla.
AGENDA
Meets 9 a.m. Tuesday
AREA AGENDAS
Meets 9 a.m. Tuesday
Two drivers hurt after their vehicles collide
ONAMIA - Two drivers were injured after their vehicles collided head -on at 3:31 p.m. Friday on U.S. 169 in Mille Lacs County, reported the State Patrol.
FIRES
The Brainerd Fire Department responded to a few calls over the past few days beginning at 1:44 p.m. Thursday to Kiwanis Park in Brainerd, but they were canceled en route.
How we work, play and dream
Monday's edition will feature the Dispatch's Labor Day Salute, a 5-section special look at the lakes area and its people.
BIRTHS
Eric Shamp and Jessica Dosh, Brainerd, a boy, Keagan James, 7 pounds, 8 ounces, Sept. 1, 2009.
Volunteers of the Month
Adult Volunteer of Month
WHAT'S DOING
Brainerd Garden Club will meet at noon Friday at Bonanza for the annual meeting. Election of officers will take place. Members are reminded to pay their dues.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
AMERICAN RED CROSS Tom Bickford 821-3598
MUCH OBLIGED
The Geritol Frolics wishes to acknowledge the cooperation and service provided by the following persons and/or businesses in contributing to the refurbishing of the auditorium at Franklin Arts Center:
MUCH OBLIGED - 2
We would like to thank the Kinship staff and all volunteers and contributors who made the Kinship-Back-to-School-Picnic such a success! The pot luck was very organized and fed a large crowd quickly. The games and prizes were great fun for the kids. The Brainerd Lakes area is lucky to have hard working people and businesses that care about our kids.
Youth Wellness Task Force meets
Community members from across Crow Wing County met Tuesday at First Lutheran Church in Brainerd to continue the work of the Youth Wellness Task Force.
LOCAL NEWS BRIEFS
NISSWA - The Red Cross Bloodmobile will be at Lutheran Church of the Cross in Nisswa from noon to 6 p.m. Thursday and from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday. If you are at least 17 years (16 with parent's permission) in good health and weigh at least 110 pounds, you are eligible to give blood.
Overheard
We just want to remind the general public to be watching for the school buses, watching for our kids out here.
This was Brainerd
100 years ago (1909) - Ed Mraz of this city was the fireman on the freight train which was hit by the No. 2 in the wreck at Detroit Lakes. He is home for a few days recovering from the results of a hasty exit through the cab window just before the two trains crashed.
Frank Ball is, well, Frank Ball
ST. MATHIAS - By now, friends of Frank Ball probably aren't surprised at any twist or turn his professional life might take.
Successful opener
If he never kicks a field goal the rest of the season Zach Caldwell will remember Friday night.
Guard keeps watch at end of Hecker empire
BAXTER - Just as Labor Day weekend traffic was flowing heavily past the Denny Hecker Toyota dealership in Baxter, there wasn't a soul visible inside the building Friday afternoon.
Jim Hunt, Peterson add their names to candidates for Brainerd
School Board
A former longtime Brainerd High School principal and a Brainerd man who spent 30 years in education filed Friday to run for the special two-year term on the Brainerd School Board.
Frank Ball's Afghan adventure
ST. MATHIAS - Frank Ball's resume must have impressed U.S. State Department officials who were looking for law officers to train Afghan national police.
Walters can almost see the Potomac
There is light after the tunnel for Gary Walters and his 15-year-old son Jackson.
It's back to school Tuesday
Come Tuesday morning there will be 4,790 students hopping aboard Brainerd school buses, likely decked out in their new shoes, clothing and backpacks.
Eagle View students are in for a nice surprise
When students hop off their buses at Eagle View Elementary School Tuesday, they will be pleasantly surprised at what's in store for them this fall.
Where in the world is Gary?
In his latest adventure to raise funds for Kinship Partners, Gary Walters and his son, Jackson, are Rollerblading to Washington, D.C.
Parents can get an early look at Obama TV address
The Brainerd School District, which drew sharp criticism from both sides of the political spectrum Friday, reached a new decision about whether to show President Barack Obama's speech to students Tuesday, the first day of school.
Frances M. Thomas
Frances Marie Thomas, 88, Crosby, died Sept. 2, 2009, at the Cuyuna Regional Care Center, Crosby. She was born Oct. 27, 1920, in Crosby to Mathew and Ann (Podbreznik) Gerval.
Wallace C. Bruch
Wallace Charles Bruch, aka "Big Grandpa"
Faith Theresa Vetsch
BROWERVILLE - Faith Theresa Vetsch, infant daughter of Liz and Loren Vetsch of Browerville, Minn., passed away Thursday, Sept. 3, 2009, at St. Gabriel's Hospital in Little Falls, Minn.
Rollin 'Chum' Sycks
BACKUS - Rollin "Chum" Sycks, age 81, of Backus, passed away Friday, Sept. 4, 2009, at his home.
Norman J. Odette
Norman J. Odette, 84, passed away Thursday, Sept. 3, 2009, at his home in Brainerd, surrounded by family.
Open Forum:
It needs to be said: before we add costly new programs (cap and trade, health care for everyone, internal civilian corps, etc.) we need to attend to problems at hand. We need to fix the following first:
VOX POP
It has come to our attention that some readers were offended by our explanation to a non-reader in this space Tuesday about Brainerd's water problems. While that may be water under the bridge, the Vox Pop Department of Reader Mollification apologizes and has suspended the offending departments for two days. The department also suggests that reading the Dispatch is a good way to satisfy a thirst for knowledge.
Let people improve our lakes
The good folks who live on Serpent Lake must be scratching their heads. After two years of volunteer work, in an effort to fight the expansion of invasive species in their lake, their petition for a lake improvement district was denied by the Crow Wing County Board. They had met every requirement the board had previously set before them and had secured the support of 64 percent of the property owners who saw the sense of paying $50 per year to protect their investment.
Silence isn't golden in politics
COLUMBIA, S.C. - When people think of South Carolina, they think of ... I know, Comedy Central. Really, shouldn't Jon Stewart send South Carolinians a cut of his pay?
Annie: Get your gun
PEQUOT LAKES - The walk was short, 50 yards maybe. Annie Gilotte, it seemed, was anxious to get to the next stop. And, at the same time, happy to savor each step of the short journey. To smell the roses. Or rather, the gunpowder.
As always, Fishing Has No Boundaries doesn't disappoint
Last Saturday, I was a boat captain for the annual Fishing Has No Boundaries event. I have been a captain at all but one of these events and it is a gratifying experience.
Stephen and Jennifer Nylin
Stephen and Jennifer (Wentworth) Nylin were married on April 17, 2009 at River Valley Assembly of God Church in Apple Valley, MN.
Jackie and Tom Johnson
Jackie and Tom Johnson celebrated their 25th Wedding Anniversary with family and friends.
Craig Settevig and Heide Hauger
Craig Settevig and Heide Hauger announce their engagement.
Ken and Jody Rasinski
Ken and Jody Rasinski will be celebrating 25 years of marriage on Tuesday, September 8, 2009.
Marie Ellingson
Marie Ellingson celebrated her birthday with her children August 29th at Arbor Glen.
Evelyn Ramsdell
Evelyn Ramsdell's family and relatives celebrated her 100th birthday by gathering at Big Sandy Lake, McGregor.
Gary and Shari Schubert
Please help Gary and Shari Schubert celebrate 30 years of marriage at an open house to be held in their honor.
Randy and Betty Jessen
Randy and Betty Jessen will celebrate their 40th Wedding Anniversary on September 6th.
Steve and Sue Wentworth
Steve and Sue Wentworth celebrated their 25th wedding anniversary with at trip to Mackinac Island, Michigan.
Thomas and Kristine Andrew
Thomas and Kristine Andrew were married June 6, 2009 at Lakewood Evangelical Free Church, Brainerd, officiated by Ken Abramson.
Angela Mae Isackson and Howard Thomas Hamilton
Angela Mae Isackson and Howard Thomas Hamilton announce their engagement.
Ray and Jan Frazier
Ray and Jan Frazier are celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary with an Open House at their home on Saturday, September 12, from 2pm-5pm.
Martin and Mary Hallkvist
Martin and Mary Hallkvist were married Saturday, August 15, 2209 at Cut Face Creek, Grand Marais, Mn. with Rev Maureen Bazzett presiding over the small family ceremony.
Do you recognize anybody
Do you recognize anybody?
Kayla Bellefeuille and Brian Winskowski
Kayla Bellefeuille and Brian Winskowski announce their engagement.
Leonard and Carleen Koering
Leonard and Carleen Koering will be celebrating their 50th Wedding Anniversary on Saturday September 12th, 2009.
Gene and Kathy Worms
Gene and Kathy Worms will be celebrating their 40th Wedding Anniversary.
Sabres outscore Flyers 36-17
LITTLE FALLS - Sam Klinker scored on a 6-yard run, kicked a 24-yard field goal and added two extra point kicks for the Little Falls Flyers in a 36-17 Central Lakes Conference loss to the Sartell Sabres Friday.
Crosby-Ironton rolls in opener 47-6
CROSBY - Phil Kuhlmann was like a teenager driving his parents' sports car for the first time Friday night.
Brainerd sophomores open with victory
The Brainerd Warriors sophomore football team defeated St. Cloud Tech 37-21 in its opener Thursday.
Panthers scratch out win over W-DC
WADENA - Kevin McMarrow's 2-yard touchdown run in overtime prevented the Wadena-Deer Creek Wolverines from completing the comeback as the Park Rapids Panthers won the season-opener 13-7.
Warriors Defense limits Tech to three 3's
When a defense surrenders only three field goals it's had a productive performance.
SCOREBOARD
Area events
Cadwell's field goal nails Tech
Zach Cadwell missed the only field goal he attempted during the 2008 season.
Pillager picks up sweep
PILLAGER - Ally Hunstad went 21-of-23 serving with three ace serves helping the Pillager Huskies pick up a 3-0 victory over the Aitkin Gobblers Friday.
D-G-F spoils Pequot's home opener
PEQUOT LAKES - Cole Engen scored on a 13-yard pass from Matt Michaelson and Logan Lange had a 13-yard scamper to complete the scoring for Pequot Lakes in a 35-15 season-opening loss to Dilworth-Glyndon-Felton Friday.
Weisz, Voss each win two events for Flyers
ALEXANDRIA - Whitney Weisz scored victories in the 200 freestyle and 100 freestyle to pace Little Falls to a 100-81 victory over Alexandria in Central Lakes Conference swimming and diving Thursday.
Hornets sting W-H-A Wolves 5-2
BAXTER - Patrick Trout opened the season for the Lake Region Christian Hornets with three goals and an assist leading to a 5-2 victory over the Walker-Hackensack-Akeley Wolves Friday.
Verndale jumps out early for win
VERNDALE - Zack Meidinger rushed for 204 yards and scored three touchdowns and Colby Schmidt returned an interception 30 yards for another score as the Verndale Pirates opened the season with a 38-20 victory over Brandon-Evansville Friday.
LOCAL SPORTS SHORTS
Brainerd defeated St. Cloud Tech 28-12 in freshmen football Thursday at Harvey Shew Field.
State forecast for Wisconsin
Today...Mostly sunny. Patchy fog early in the morning. Highs 75 to 80. Slightly cooler near the great lakes.
State forecast for North Dakota
.Today...Mostly sunny. Highs around 80 east to the lower 90s west.
Southern Aitkin-including the cities of...Aitkin
Today...Mostly sunny. Areas of fog early in the morning. Highs 75 to 80. South winds 10 to 15 mph.
Southern Cass-including the cities of...Pine River
Today...Mostly sunny. Areas of fog early in the morning. Highs 75 to 80. South winds 10 to 15 mph.
State forecast for South Dakota
Today...Mostly sunny. Areas of early morning fog south. A slight chance of late afternoon thunderstorms over the black hills. Highs in the upper 70s east to near 90 west.
State forecast for Minnesota
.Today...Mostly sunny. Patchy fog in the morning. Highs from 75
Crow Wing-including the cities of...Brainerd
Today...Mostly sunny. Areas of fog early in the morning. Highs 75 to 80. South winds 10 to 15 mph.
Northern Cass-including the cities of...Walker
Today...Mostly sunny. Areas of fog early in the morning. Highs 75 to 80. South winds 10 to 15 mph.
Sunny for Labor Day picnic
Weather drawing by Alexa Bluth in the Harrison third grade of Mrs. Meyer.
The Nation's weather
The big pattern change Saturday will come in the West as a strong low pressure system slams into the Northwest from the Gulf of Alaska. This will be a fairly strong storm for this time of year, producing the strongest precipitation along its cold front as it smashes into western Washington and Oregon. The Cascades are set to receive the majority of the action before the front weakens farther inland. The storm will also provide breezy conditions along with cooler temperatures later in the weekend.
State forecast for Iowa
.Today...Mostly sunny with patchy fog through mid