Wednesday, October 26, 2005
BIRTHS
Dan and Peggy (Birr) Rekstad, a girl, Addison Elizabeth, 7 pounds, 14 ounces, Oct. 19, 2005. Grandparents are Henry and Beth Birr, Little Falls, and Donna and Burnell Rekstad, Little Falls. Great-grandparents are Kathleen Allord, Little Falls, Florence Birr, Oconto Falls, Wis., and Alvin Birr, Krakow, Wis.
Airport commission to meet Tuesday
The Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport will meet at 9:30 p.m. Tuesday in the airport conference room.
ACCIDENT
One person was injured in a single-vehicle crash at 2:30 a.m. Sunday on Highway 18 three miles east of Brainerd, the State Patrol reported.
Just what is celiac disease?
Celiac disease is an autoimmune disorder that causes damage to the small intestine, making it difficult for the body to absorb nutrients from food.
AREA BRIEFS
AITKIN -- Entries are being sought for Aitkin's 15th annual World Famous Fish House Parade.
Plenty of room to grow
AITKIN -- Minnesota's only cranberry farm continues to grow and plans for more expansion are in the works.
Peanut visits CLC child-care lab
Peanut, a month-old pygmy goat belonging to the Rosekranzes of Fort Ripley, was a guest in the second-floor Central Lakes College child-care lab on the Brainerd campus Oct. 18, where one of her owners, Josie, took care of the feeding.
Gluten is their enemy
For 15 years, Sharon Spencer of Deerwood suffered from debilitating chronic headaches. The headaches were unrelenting for seven to eight days at a time. She had brain scans and other forms of tests, but doctors didn't know what was causing the head pain.
New construction down slightly
WALKER -- Cass County land use permits issued for new construction are down slightly from last year for the first time in several years.
Deep Portage lists November and December activities
HACKENSACK -- Deep Portage Learning Center near Hackensack will offer the following programs in November and December.
Adding outdoor wood furnaces may be banned
LITTLE FALLS -- The Little Falls City Council will vote Nov. 7 whether to adopt a one-year moratorium on outdoor wood furnaces.
Fall in rural Pequot Lakes
Kathy Hoefs of Pine River submitted this photo showing off the abundance of colors this fall in rural Pequot Lakes. 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.
ATVs may face state forest curbs
Down the road, maybe next year, riders on motorized recreational vehicles will need to look for "open" signs when taking to trails in the Crow Wing and Emily state forests.
Meth-related cases increase county burden
Methamphetamine use continues to plague Crow Wing County's children.
Point of view
Having a location in the woods is a fitting spot for this building. What is it? Find the answer Thursday.
Keep pets safe from tricks and treats
Heartland Animal Rescue Team, serving Crow Wing, Aitkin and Cass counties, wants pet owners to be cautious about keeping their pets safe this Halloween season.
Name of every American killed to be read at area events
The name of every American soldier who has been killed in the Iraq War will be read aloud at candlelight events Wednesday in Brainerd and Little Falls.
Swans for our troops
Forestview Middle School art student Elena Hirst used scissors to cut one of the approximately 1,000 paper swans that will be sent to military personnel in Afghanistan. The swans were an idea of students in Carol Bye's sixth-grade class after the Garrison Lions Club introduced the International Peace Poster Contest for schoolchildren.
Commissioners understand concern about hospital
Crow Wing County commissioners Tuesday said they understood residents' concerns regarding a proposed state-run psychiatric hospital in Baxter.
Teacher, coach Ward announces state House bid
John Ward, a teacher and coach in Brainerd since 1987, became the first announced candidate Monday for the District 12A House seat currently held by Rep. Paul Gazelka, R-Brainerd.
Floating through fall
A hot air balloon glided through the autumn sky Monday over Brainerd.
Point of view
This is at the entrance of a large, wooded area south of Brainerd. Where is it? Find the answer Wednesday.
Overheard
"I could hear tiles coming off the roof."
Proposals on future uses of Linden Hill heard
LITTLE FALLS -- Those who submitted a proposal for the future use of the Linden Hill Retreat and Conference Center in Little Falls had a chance to sell their proposal Monday.
Council, township officials sit down to talk
For the first time in almost seven months, Brainerd City Council members and Crow Wing Township supervisors sat at the same table to discuss the proposed annexation of 600 acres of land from the township into the city.
State officials warn motorists of peak danger in deer-vehicle crashes
Early to mid-November is the peak time for deer herd movement, and state officials are urging motorists to take precautions to avoid deer-vehicle collisions.
Suspect still sought in Cass shooting
Cass County authorities continue to look for the suspect in a Friday shooting in rural Cass Lake that left one teenager dead and two others injured.
LOCAL BRIEFS
STAPLES -- One person was in custody and a second person was sought following a burglary Saturday at a Staples business.
This was Brainerd
OCTOBER 25 - 100 years ago (1905) - A fire at 5:30 o'clock this morning razed to the ground the Justin M. Gray Livery Stable on Laurel and Fifth Street. Entailing a loss of about $5,000 upon which Mr. Gray carries $2,500.
Mayva Kottke honored as Resorter of Year
The MRCA, based in St. Paul, is a provider of lobbying, education and marketing services to Minnesota's resort and campground industry. The association is composed of some 600 resorts and campgrounds and 75 vendor members.
Brainerd lakes area airport showcases recycling
The new runway at the Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport showcases area construction recycling efforts, Anderson Brothers reported.
Overheard
"(It's) an artificial landmark. Of course we grieve over each one of those losses, but it's an artificial number that some are using to try to undermine support for our effort there."
Glacier may hold key to fate of Brainerd man who never came home from war
Nearly 60 years ago a young blond-haired Brainerd man left his home to join the war effort.
Bridge idea hits funding snag
The idea of putting a bridge across the Mississippi River at French Rapids north and east of Brainerd hit rough water Tuesday.
Luncheon on the roof
Lincoln Elementary School principal Jeff DeVaney challenged his students with a promise to treat the top two fundraisers during their fall fundraiser with lunch on the school roof.
Doggone, some townships still not paying for service
The townships with the most calls to Crow Wing County to handle nuisance dogs are paying for that service.
No jackpot, but good enough
June and DuWayne Juaire raised five kids in a trailer on two acres on Smith Road in Brainerd.
This was Brainerd
OCTOBER 26 - 20 years ago (1985) - First Lutheran Church women will sponsor a Sandwich Board Luncheon at 11:30 a.m. Tuesday. Gladys Carlson, Brainerd, will present a dramatic presentation of "Papa's Wife."
Dennis A. Brooks
GLEN -- Dennis A. Brooks, Glen community, died on Oct. 24, 2005, at the Riverwood Health Care Center in Aitkin. Memorial services are at 1:30 p.m. Thursday at the Bethesda Lutheran Church in Malmo. Visitation is one hour before the service. Interment will be at the Malmo Cemetery. Arrangements are with the Thompson Funeral Home in Aitkin.
Obituary policy
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May C. Olson
STAPLES -- May C. Olson, age 98, of Staples, died Tuesday morning, Oct. 25, 2005, at the Lakewood Health Care Center following several years of struggling with the after effects of a stroke suffered in Dec. of 2002.
Jerrold 'Jerry' Sullivan
FORT MEYERS, Fla. -- Jerrold J. "Jerry" Sullivan, born Sept. 20, 1927, in Park Rapids, Minn., died in Fort Myers, Fla., Sunday, Oct. 23. He was 78. He was preceded in death by his father, Edward B. Sullivan, his mother, Ruth Jepson Sullivan, and his brother, Edward F. (Frank) Sullivan.
Ethel L. Rickhoff
HILLMAN -- Ethel L. Rickhoff, age 86, a resident of Hillman, Minn., passed away Monday, Oct. 24, 2005, at St. Gabriel's Hospital in Little Falls, Minn. Arrangements are pending with the Shelley-Virnig Funeral Chapel in Pierz, Minn.
Maura Stultz
STAPLES -- Maura Stultz, age 55, of Staples, passed away Sunday, Oct. 23, 2005, at the Staples hospital after a long battle with cancer. The family is having a private memorial service this week to honor her memory.
Earl Richards
PINE RIVER -- Earl Richards, age 77, Pine River, passed away Tuesday, Oct. 25, 2005, at his home. Arrangements are pending with Kline Funeral Home, Pine River.
Obituary policy
Obituary notices are charged at 34 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.
Kenneth B. Hildahl
LEADER -- Kenneth B. Hildahl, 75, of Leader, passed away Sunday, Oct. 23, 2005, at home. Funeral services will be Wednesday, Oct. 26, at 11 a.m. at Faith Lutheran Church in Staples. Visitation will be Tuesday from 4-7 p.m. at the Brenny Funeral Chapel, Staples. Interment will be in Esterday Cemetery.
Agnes M. Goehring
AITKIN -- Agnes M. Goehring, age 90, of Aitkin, formerly of Palisade, died Monday, Oct. 24, 2005, at the Riverwood Extended Care Center in Aitkin.
Clifford F. Richards
DEERWOOD -- Clifford Floyd Richards, age 84, of Deerwood, died on Oct. 23, 2005, at his home.
'Marie' Mary Anne Anderson
"Marie" Mary Anne Anderson, age 88, lifetime Brainerd area resident, died Friday, Oct. 21, 2005, at St. Joseph's Medical Center in Brainerd.
Janice (Trana) Reger
STAPLES -- Janice (Trana) Reger, age 67, died on Oct. 23, 2005, at St. Cloud Hospital surrounded by her husband and children. A funeral service is planned for Wednesday, Oct. 26, at 2 p.m. at the Brenny Funeral Chapel in Staples with a visitation starting at noon. Burial will be at Evergreen Hill Cemetery in Staples.
Ethel L. Rickhoff
HILLMAN -- Ethel L. Rickhoff, 86-year-old resident of Hillman passed away Monday, Oct. 24, 2005, at St. Gabriel's Hospital in Little Falls, Minn. Funeral Services will be held at 10 a.m. on Thursday, Oct. 27, 2005, at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Hillman, Minn. with Pastor Cathy Rhodes officiating.
Maura Stultz
STAPLES -- Maura Stultz, age 55, of Staples, died on Sunday afternoon, Oct. 23, 2005, at the Staples Hospital.
Open Forum
This letter is in answer to an article in the Monday, Oct. 17 Dispatch entitled, "Mining the West." The author of the article is twisting the facts to make a point. Yes, a mining company can buy land near Crested Butte, Colo., paying $900 for 155 acres of public land. What the writer does not say is that this company may have spent millions of dollars to prove or disprove that the land has an economic value.
Open Forum
The technologically sophisticated and heavily armored U.S. troops in Iraq are experiencing frightful rates of casualties inflicted by the irregular, loosely organized forces of the Iraqi resistance. Over 20 wounded are daily added to the 15,220 total. This is evidence of the ferocity, tenacity and apparent confidence with which the Iraqi insurgency faces US occupation.
VOX POP
This is in response to why Christians shouldn't celebrate Halloween. Why, as a Christian, would you give the devil a day to celebrate? Originally, Halloween was All Hollow's Eve, which is the night before All Saints' Day and every day is a day to celebrate the Lord.
PR-B shoots down Blackduck
PINE RIVER -- A 78-yard touchdown return on the opening kickoff by Pine River-Backus' Alan Anderson put the No. 3 Tigers up early as they breezed to a 27-0 win over sixth-seeded Blackduck in the first round of the Section 7, Class 2A playoffs Tuesday.
Verndale upsets Nevis
NEVIS -- Sam Moenkedick had one rushing touchdown and a key fumble recovery for a touchdown late in the fourth quarter to lead the seventh-seeded Verndale Pirates in a 34-33 upset of second-seeded Nevis Tuesday in the Section 4, Nine-man football playoffs.
Green Wave submerges Pequot Lakes
EAST GRAND FORKS -- The third-seeded East Grand Forks Green Wave ended the sixth-seeded Pequot Lakes Patriots' season with a 26-6 victory in the first round of the Section 8, Class 3A football playoffs Tuesday.
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Buffalo at Warriors 7 p.m. Tuesday
Offense
No. 8 Huskies march on
PILLAGER -- Pillager's Laura Pace and Kalynn Ruis each finished with 11 kills apiece to lead the eighth-seeded Huskies to a 25-23, 25-20, 15-25, 17-25, 19-17 win over the No. 9 Blackduck Drakes in the Section 7, Class 2A play-in game Monday.
Sabres too sharp for Little Falls
SARTELL -- Top-seeded Sartell cut through Little Falls in the first half as quarterback Tyler Rosin threw four touchdown passes to lead the Sabres to a 47-14 win over the eighth-seeded Flyers in the Section 8, Class 4A quarterfinals Tuesday.
Upcoming sporting events in the Brainerd lakes area:
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Dixon's highlights not enough for Pillager
REMER -- Travis Dixon scored on an 80 -yard kickoff return as the sixth-seeded Pillager Huskies fell to third-seeded Northland 32-6 in the Section 6, Class 1A football playoffs Tuesday.
SCOREBOARD
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Pioneers roll to victory
PIERZ -- The unbeaten and Class 2A top-ranked Pierz Pioneers amassed 512 yards and scored 35 first-quarter points as they romped past seventh-seeded Rush City 76-26 in the quarterfinals of the Section 4-2A football playoffs Tuesday.
State seeding helpful for Cardinals
If the Staples-Motley Cardinals girls' tennis team wants to be a giant killer the path to the giant is favorable.
Warriors stampede past Buffalo
When they removed their helmets the Brainerd Warriors looked more like the Brainerd Mohawks.
SPORTS SHORTS
The Brainerd Blue Thunder of the Northwoods League have named Josh Raker as their assistant general manager.
Eskomos put the Gobblers on ice
ESKO -- After Aitkin's Tom Stromberg scored on a 33-yard touchdown pass from Connor Butenhoff to pull ahead of Esko 8-7 in the first quarter, the top-seeded Eskomos rattled off 45 unanswered points to capture a 60-34 win over the eighth-seeded Gobblers in the first round of the Section 7, Class 2A playoffs Tuesday.
Upcoming sporting events in the Brainerd lakes area:
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C-I stumbles against the Rails
PROCTOR -- Andy Domben scored on a 99-yard touchdown pass from Jared Mattson, but the seventh-seeded Crosby-Ironton Rangers were eliminated from the Section 7, Class 3A football playoffs 48-15 by the second-seeded Proctor Rails Tuesday.
Warriors get No. 7 seed
The Brainerd Warriors have been seeded seventh in the North Subsection 8, Class 3A volleyball tournament and will open Friday at No. 2 Alexandria.
What's new in playoffs? The opponent
High school football has shifted into its second season with the majority of playoff games scheduled Tuesday night.
SCOREBOARD
Baseball
Albany runs wild against W-DC, 64-7
ALBANY -- The second-seeded Albany Huskies scored the game's first 42 points on their way to a 64-7 drubbing of the No. 7 Wadena-Deer Creek Wolverines in the Section 6, Class 3A quarterfinals Tuesday.
Pilgrim, Cardinals run down Wildcats
STAPLES -- With just one day to learn a new position and prepare for an opponent, Derek Peterson became the fourth different quarterback for the third-seeded Staples-Motley Cardinals this season.
Area prep football playoffs
Tuesday's games
State forecast for Iowa
Today...Partly cloudy in the morning then becoming mostly sunny.
State forecast for N.D.
Today...Sunny. Highs in the lower 50s northeast to the upper 60s
Trick or treaters
Weather drawing by Hannah Gatton of Mrs. Olson/Mrs. Maurer's second grade class at Nisswa school.
State forecast for Minnesota
Today...Mostly cloudy northeast with a chance of rain showers in
State forecast for S.D.
Today...Sunny and pleasant. Highs in the mid 50s northeast to near 70 southwest.
State forecast for Iowa
Today...Mostly sunny. Highs 50 to 60.
State forecast for N.D.
Today...Sunny. Patchy morning fog north central. Highs in the mid
Halloween creatures
Weather drawing by Brittney Mudgett of Ms. Hemstad's third grade class at Baxter school.
State forecast for Minnesota
Today...Patchy early morning fog northeast. Partly cloudy east to
Wisconsin state forecast
Today...Partly to mostly cloudy. A chance for lake effect showers close to lake superior and far east and far northeast. Highs in the mid 40s to low 50s.
State forecast for S.D.
Today...Sunny and pleasant. Highs from the mid 50s far east to the lower 70s west.
Wisconsin state forecast
Today...Partly to mostly cloudy. A chance for showers..Except the far west. Highs in the mid 40s to low 50s.