Wednesday, November 9, 2005
Royalton man dies in accident
An 82-year-old Royalton man died from injuries suffered in a single-vehicle collision at 6:13 p.m. Sunday on Highway 371, eight miles south of Brainerd.
Brainerd youth's death investigated as a suicide
The Crow Wing County Sheriff's Department about 7 a.m. Tuesday morning investigated the death of a Cole W. Maier, 15, at his residence on Indigo Road north of Brainerd.
AREA BRIEFS
HACKENSACK - Climbing, candle-making and crafting will be offered in November and December at Deep Portage Conservation Reserve near Hackensack.
Like Lyme disease, deer ticks are primary carriers of anaplasmosis
HACKENSACK - Anaplasmosis, known until 2003 as ehrlichiosis, is the other primary disease besides Lyme disease that humans and their pets can get from being bitten by ticks. Deer ticks are thought to be the primary carrier.
Preparing for pie social
Emily Charter School students Deondranic Jones (left) and Emily Opay prepared batter for pumpkin pie. Students prepared apple and pumpkin pies Oct. 26 for that evening's annual C.A.R.E. Pie Social.
Staples campus invites public to 'get on board'
STAPLES - The Staples campus of Central Lakes College will hold an open house from 1-4 p.m. Nov. 20 with the theme "Get on Board: Destination CLC."
New outdoor wood furnaces banned for a year
LITTLE FALLS - The Little Falls City Council on Monday adopted a one-year moratorium on outdoor wood furnaces, meaning the city will not allow any new outdoor wood furnaces to be installed.
The other disease ticks share
HACKENSACK - Mary Parrish hopes her mother's death may save someone else's life.
Lena is back to entertaining
HACKENSACK - To meet 80-pound Lena, who is about 20 to 30 pounds larger than the average basset hound, you would not know she almost didn't make it out of puppyhood.
DNR official thought he was fighting flu
WALKER - Harlan Fierstine, DNR fisheries official at Walker, thought he had the flu the Thursday before Thanksgiving 2001. He did not work on Friday, the next day.
Driver course, making meals class offered in Staples
STAPLES - Staples Motley Community Education will offer the Minnesota Safety Council defensive driver course and a making meals course. Call Staples Motley Community Education at (218) 894-2497 to register for either class.
Area 6-year-olds receive 'My Favorite Book'
Lakes area 6-year-olds have received a bound gift book about character building traits entitled, "My Favorite Book."
AREA BRIEFS
AITKIN - Radio station KKIN (94.3), along with the Aitkin American Legion and VFW, will honor all veterans on its show from 8:30-10 a.m. Friday in honor of Veterans Day.
CLC instructor helps hurricane victims
Jann Stumbo of Motley, a speech instructor at Central Lakes College in Brainerd, had a couple days off in late October. A Thursday and Friday set aside by Minnesota educators for their annual convention also affords the simple opportunity to take a break.
Reading buddies
Big brother Scott Compton (left) kept a watchful eye while younger brother Michael Compton read in Emily Charter School's Buddy Reading Program. The program pairs older students with younger students to help them with reading.
Pequot Fire Tower features parking and picnic area,
as well as spectacular view
PEQUOT LAKES - For many years, the historic Pequot Lakes Fire Tower was a favorite spot for adventure seekers who hiked the long, winding flight of stairs up the 100-foot tower to catch the breathtaking view of the forest land and lakes below.
Autumn splendor
Doug Livingston took this photo in late October just off the trail at French Rapids in Brainerd. 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.
Cass Lake death ruled a homicide
The death of man whose body was found Monday in the basement of a rural Cass Lake home has been ruled a homicide, the Cass County Sheriff's Department reported.
Hunter shot in Timothy Township
The Crow Wing County Sheriff's Department is investigating the shooting of a deer hunter early Tuesday in Timothy Township in northwest Crow Wing County.
Hats off to the students who help fire victims
BAXTER - Hats are strictly forbidden from being worn inside Forestview Middle School, a part of the school's dress code policy.
Overheard
"It's disturbing the amount of violence that's occurring in the Cass Lake area and in the boundaries of the Leech Lake Reservation. It's unfortunate for the residents of that geographic area."
Annexation agreement receives council approval
A draft agreement for the orderly annexation of 600 acres of land in Crow Wing Township into the city of Brainerd has received approval from the city council.
Council to CenterPoint Energy: No rate increases allowed until hearings held
The city of Brainerd wants to get tough on energy suppliers.
Scenes from lakes area election day
Kevin Grondahl of Staples signed in to vote Tuesday with election judge Pam Johnson at the Staples Community Center. Brainerd Dispatch/Steve Kohls
Holiday closing hours for landfill discussed; hours altered to help haulers
Eric Loge, Waste Partners owner, told Crow Wing County commissioners that closing the county's landfill on Dec. 26 and Jan. 2 in addition to being closed during the holiday weekend was posing a problem for garbage haulers.
LOCAL BRIEFS
The Brainerd rental property owners and managers will meet at 7 p.m. Monday at the Brainerd Police Department, 225 East River Road. The meetings are open to the public.
Juvenile detention center still in the red
While the Central Minnesota Community Corrections executive director objects to a repeated phrase that the juvenile detention center is hemoraghing cash, the facility's finances are still in red ink.
Point of view
This is a popular eating establishment in Baxter. What is it? Find the answer Wednesday.
Gaalswyk, Knebel
and Niggeler win
Pillager seats
PILLAGER - There will be two new members sitting on the Pillager School Board in 2006, as well a familiar one.
Koep assessment unchanged
Brainerd City Council member Mary Koep's assessment for the Laurel Street project will stay the same.
Incumbent Sandelin and Cook, Lueck win
PEQUOT LAKES - In one of the most competitive school board races in the lakes area, the Pequot Lakes School District now has two new board members with an incumbent also re-elected to the board.
Nelson to continue as Staples mayor
STAPLES - Bruce Nelsen will continue to serve as the mayor of Staples.
Ruth Nelson joins re-elected incumbents Nystrom, Hudson
"Wow."
Last round for Pine Meadow clubhouse
A Hengel Construction backhoe began the demolition Tuesday of the Pine Meadows clubhouse in Baxter. Pine Meadows Golf Course closed in the fall of 2004 and its sale to the Nisswa-based Denali Real Estate Group was finalized in late summer. The group, Baxter Town Center LLC, is proposing a mix of residential and commercial developments on the property. Brainerd Dispatch/Steve Kohls
Digiovanni, Freeman
and Schmidt win
seats on Staples-Motley School Board
STAPLES - Staples-Motley School Board incumbents Roy DiGiovanni and Mary Freeman will be joined by Barbara Schmidt.
This was Brainerd
20 years ago (1985) - Crow Wing County 4-H members and adult readers recently gathered for their annual achievement night, honoring outstanding 4-H members and leaders. Eugene and Alvina Kennedy were singled out as outstanding leaders.
This was Brainerd
NOVEMBER 9 - 60 years ago (1945) - If we get the weather that we've been promised for the weekend, tracking deer won't be much of a job - if you happen to have a good pair of snowshoes.
Body found in rural Cass Lake home
The body of a severely beaten unidentified American Indian man was found early Monday morning in the basement of a home in rural Cass Lake, the Cass County Sheriff's Department reported.
Budget taking shape
Crow Wing County commissioners put pen to paper Tuesday, making preliminary budget plans and cutting staff requests, particularly for the sheriff's department.
Artspace planning hits snag
Plans to transform the former Franklin Junior High School into the $6.5 million Franklin Arts Center will move forward as scheduled, but developers learned last week that the project timeline may be delayed possibly six to eight months.
Overheard
"This is a sad day. We're becoming a laughingstock of not only the nation, but of the world, and I hate that."
Voting for school board posts in area districts Tuesday
Election Day is Tuesday and several area school district residents will head to the polls to vote for their chosen school board candidates.
Point of view
This place draws many people to its events. What is it? Find the answer Thursday.
LOCAL BRIEFS
The League of Women Voters of the Brainerd Lakes is accepting applications for two women college students to attend the upcoming Leaders of Today and Tomorrow Conference entitled, "Women Making a Difference in Public Policy" Jan. 12-14 in the Twin Cities.
Hunter fatally shot
The Crow Wing County Sheriff's Department is investigating the shooting of a deer hunter early Tuesday in Timothy Township in northwest Crow Wing County.
County getting devices that will help the disabled vote
Voters with disabilities will have the same access to private, independent voting with the help of ballot marking machines that are expected in time for the 2006 primary and general election.
Two Linden Hill proposals favored
LITTLE FALLS - The Linden Hill Retreat and Conference Center in Little Falls could become an events center with a spa and a restaurant or it could become a training center for corporations.
Theo Cross
Theo Cross passed away Saturday, Nov. 5, 2005, at Bethany Good Samaritan Village in Brainerd. Memorial services will be Saturday, Nov. 12, at 10 a.m. at First Congregational Church in Staples with the Rev. Muriel Hachfeld officiating. Interment will be at Evergreen Hill Cemetery in Staples. In lieu of flowers Theo's family requests memorials to the First Congregational Church in Staples or to a charity of your choice.
Frank Kalis
LITTLE FALLS - Frank Kalis, 100-year-old resident of St. Otto's Care Center in Little Falls, Minn., died Sunday, Nov. 6, 2005, at St. Otto's Care Center. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 9, 2005, at St. Otto's Care Center Chapel in Little Falls with Father Dale Ettel officiating.
John E. Sipper
CROSBY - John E. Sipper, age 81, of Crosby, died Nov. 8, 2005, at the Cuyuna Regional Care Center in Crosby. Arrangements are with Koop Funeral Home in Crosby.
Obituary policy
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Vernon Kuhlmey
ROYALTON - Vernon Kuhlmey, age 82, of Royalton, Minn., passed away Sunday, Nov. 6, 2005, as a result of a motor vehicle accident.
JoAnn Bourassa
NISSWA - JoAnn Bourassa, nee Jorgensen, age 64, of Nisswa, went to her rest on Nov. 3, 2005, with her family at her side, following a courageous battle with cancer.
Cole W. Maier
Cole W. Maier, age 15, resident of Brainerd, died Tuesday, Nov. 8, 2005, at his home.
Vernon Kuhlmey
ROYALTON - Vernon Kuhlmey, 82, Royalton, Minn., died Nov. 6, 2005, as a result of a car accident.
William Bleichner
HILLMAN - William Bleichner, 60, Hillman, died Monday, Nov. 7, 2005, at his home.
Marvel R. Kicker
PINE RIVER - Marvel Ruth Kicker, age 86, of Pine River, passed away Sunday, Nov. 6, 2005, at St. Joseph's Medical Center in Brainerd. She was born Jan. 5, 1919, in Timothy Township, rural Pine River, to Ramsey and Mary Ella Schultze. Marvel married LeRoy Kicker Nov. 23, 1937, in Emily.
Paul E. Jorgenson
FIFTY LAKES - Paul E. Jorgenson, 63, Fifty Lakes, died on Sunday, Nov. 6, 2005, at his home.
Melody R. Doshan
LAKE MARY, Fla. - Melody R. Doshan, 43, of Lake Mary, Fla., passed away on Sunday, Nov. 6, 2005, at Orlando Regional Medical Center in Orlando, Fla. She was born Aug. 1, 1962, in Jacksonville, Fla. Melody was a devoted wife, mother, daughter, sister and friend. S
Patricia L. Casmer
MINNETONKA - Patricia L. Casmer, age 85, of Minnetonka, Minn., died Nov. 5, 2005, at Methodist Hospital, St. Louis Park, Minn. Patricia was preceded in death by her husband, Theodore Casmer; brother, Lawrence Pearson; and sisters, Mabel Pemberton and Audrey Edwards.
JoAnn Bourassa
NISSWA - JoAnn Bourassa, nee Jorgensen, age 64, of Nisswa, went to her rest on Nov. 3, 2005, with her family at her side, following a courageous battle with cancer.
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.
VOX POP
What were they thinking when they designed and striped the College Road and Crow Wing County Road 48 intersection? If they added 5 feet more of width to the road they could've done a concrete median similar to Washington Street and provided three lanes as you approach the intersection.
Open Forum
Serving one's country is one of the greatest acts a citizen can do. The United States has a long list of these special people, and that list continues to grow every day. These individuals have fought to preserve freedom and to defend our nation throughout the world.
Focus on addiction not the drug
Methamphetamine is definitely a problem. In the Brainerd lakes area it has become an epidemic. It is a national problem as well. We have a great many people who are involved in its use, manufacture, procurement and selling. The number of people who use this chemical are significant. It is a serious problem and we need to do something about it.
Open Forum
Those driving by the Washington Educational Services Building on Oak Street, formerly Washington Middle School, may notice a peculiar addition to the building's west side.
Upcoming sporting events in the Brainerd lakes area:
THURSDAY
SCOREBOARD
Transactions
Upcoming sporting events in the Brainerd lakes area:
THURSDAY, NOV. 10
Scoreboard
Football
Alums weigh in on Raiders' chances
Since Aug. 26 the Central Lakes College volleyball team has been on a mission. That's when the Raiders' season started in the College of DuPage tournament at Chicago, where they lost just one match.
Enjoying one's work
I went to the Section 4, Class 2A football championship Friday and a track meet broke out.
LOCAL SPORTS SHORTS
Goalkeeper Josiah Collins was named the most valuable player of the Brainerd Warrior boys' soccer team at its banquet Nov. 1.
State forecast for Minnesota
High wind warning part of northwest with wind advisories
State forecast for Iowa
Wind advisory much of central and eastern iowa until 4 pm cst
State forecast for N.D.
Wind advisory east this morning...
Wisconsin state forecast
High wind watch for door county wednesday into wednesday night...
Wisconsin state forecast
High wind warning for door county wednesday into wednesday night...
State forecast for Iowa
Today...Partly cloudy. Patchy fog in the morning. Highs in the
Fall is here
Weather drawing by Renae Ford of Mrs. Larson's second grade class at Lowell school.
State forecast for S.D.
High wind warning northwest to westcentral this afternoon into the evening...
State forecast for Minnesota
Wind advisory for extreme western minnesota tonight...
State forecast for S.D.
Wind advisory northeast this morning...
State forecast for N.D.
Wind advisory this afternoon and tonight west...
Taking a ride
Weather drawing by Ashley Watzke of Ms. Hemstad's third grade class at Baxter school.