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Monthly Archives: August 2007
Security breach at library
ECRL says threat of identity theft is minimal; patrons may still access some library materials The Horizon database at East Central Regional Library suffered a serious technological malfunction on Wednesday, Aug. 29.
Posted in Isanti County News
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Bail set at $1M in rural Isanti shooting
Bail for a Maple Grove man was set at $1M Aug. 31 in connection with a 3 a.m. shooting Aug. 27 that left another man seriously injured with a gunshot wound to the face.
Posted in Isanti County News
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What are laws and polices regarding speed of law enforcement vehicles?
Q: This past summer while traveling the interstate from the Twin Cities to Duluth several sheriff cars spaced minutes apart approached me from the rear traveling in the left lane at a high rate of speed without any sirens or … Continue reading
Window tint ticket will not go on driving record
Q: My wife just got a ticket for window tint being too dark. Is this considered a moving violation that will go against her driving record, or just a fine like a fix-it ticket? Nick, Minneapolis, MN Nick, Just … Continue reading
Harvesting oats the old-fashioned way
"When you work with horses you get to see the ground once in awhile," said John Brown of Ramey. "And you get to know your horses better." He said farmers today have so much acreage to work and have such … Continue reading
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Little Falls businessman assists with recent Extreme Makeover: Home Edition
Randy Dickmann of Little Falls recently played a small, but crucial, part in a popular television show. His business, Randy Dickmann, Inc., sells rock wholesale to yards and landscapers around Minnesota.
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Coon Rapids kids shop with cop, volunteers for school needs
A sea of shoppers pushing carts took to the aisles in search of back to school clothing last week. Seventy-two children were matched with Coon Rapids Police officers and Salvation Army volunteers Aug. 23 as part of the annual Shop … Continue reading
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Twins fans of all ages come out to see daylight fireworks at groundbreaking for new ballpark
Minnesota Twins fans of all ages came out to the site of the new Major League Baseball park groundbreaking on Thursday night at a location just west of the Target Center.
Posted in Star News
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Capitol Notebook: Lawmakers want to take up non-emergency issues in special session, says Pawlenty
Gov. Tim Pawlenty during his weekly radio show on Friday (Aug. 31) again indicated a willingness to hold a special session. But he opined that some lawmakers want to take up issues things that aren’t really emergencies.
Posted in Hometown Source
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Apple Valley bank victim of extortion plot
Apple Valley police responded to a holdup alarm Thursday afternoon at TCF Bank near the corner of County Road 42 and Cedar Avenue to discover that the bank manager had received a bomb threat.
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Sheriff’s dispatcher Jennifer Blocker expected a slow night, then disaster struck
Jennifer Blocker thought her 12 hour shift as a dispatcher at the Houston County Sheriff’s office on a Saturday night would be very quiet. “I figured the rain would keep people at home and keep the traffic stops down. Instead, … Continue reading
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Soccer: Royal girls thump Big Lake 9-0, big week coming up (8-30)
Heather Brunn and Amber Paul each had the hat trick as the Rogers girls soccer team stayed unbeaten with a 9-0 win over Big Lake on Thursday. The Royals will host three strong foes next week.
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Soccer: Elk boys stymie Kennedy for 2-0 win (8-30)
Stifling defense lifted the Elk River soccer team to a 2-0 win at Bloomington Kennedy on Thursday. Dylan Gould and Trent Thompson had the goals.
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Apple Valley woman died in Aug. 26 crash
Minnesota State Patrol identified 40-year-old Lisa Hales, Apple Valley, as the woman who died in a two-car collision in Scott County Aug. 26. See more in Thisweek Apple Valley.
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Area lunch menu
Holy Trinity School lunch menu Tuesday, Sept. 4 – Hamburger on a bun, cheese slice, pickle, French fries, pork ‘n beans, rice krispy bar. Wednesday, Sept. 5 – Chicken strips, rice pilaf, green beans, bread, pears. Thursday, Sept. 6 – … Continue reading
Posted in Morrison County Record
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Isanti County Sheriff’s office responds to shooting in Isanti area
The Isanti County Sheriff’s Office at 3:30 a.m. Monday, Aug. 27 received a 911 call about a person who had been shot on County Road 10, south of the Co. Rd. 5 and 10 intersection west of Isanti. Deputy John … Continue reading
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Help each other to overcome bad habits
To the Editor: In the July 29 edition of the Record, Kim Slater wrote an excellent article entitled “Oh, God.” It’s usually not a call for help. The only thing I could add to this is that others should do … Continue reading
Posted in Morrison County Record
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More volunteer foster parents needed
To the Editor: Once again it’s time for the school year to start. Now is a good time to remind our senior citizens of the Foster Parent Program. This program is open to women and men age 60 and over. … Continue reading
Posted in Morrison County Record
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Quiet zone best solution?
To the Editor: Perhaps the council has opted for the best quiet zone solution, perhaps not. A few problems and suggestions come to mind: The cost of the automated horn is a debt we need not incur now, and money … Continue reading
Posted in Morrison County Record
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Thank you
To the Editor: Little Falls D.A.R.E. would like to thank ECM Publishers, Inc.-Morrison County Record for the $1,000 donation to D.A.R.E. (Drug Abuse Resistance Education), taught in our schools. The additional $1,500 donated for the defibrillator is greatly appreciated as well by the officers of the police department.-JanMarie Weidenbach, D.A.R.E. activities chairperson To the Editor: Horizon Health would like to thank all of the supporters who donated food, gifts, their time and talents to make the sixth annual Wacky Hacker Tournament a hole in one. To the golfer’s who participated in the wackiness, thank you “fore” your support. See you next year for more wacky fun.-Tammy Jopp and the Wacky Hacker Golf Committee To the Editor: The Chamber of Commerce would like to thank the volunteers from Camp Ripley for providing the Santa House with a fresh coat of paint Aug. 25. The Santa House is used as fair headquarters during the Arts and Crafts Fair.-The Chamber of Commerce To the Editor: We would like to say thank you to the Sobieski Lions, Herbie’s Bar and the community of Sobieski for their support and generosity to help us continue the annual Ride for Eyes for our 16th year. Eyesight is so important in our everyday lives and this run supports improving those people who cannot take it for granted every day. We’ll see you the third Saturday in August 2008. Thank you everyone.-Ken and Carol Merten, co-chairs Ride for Eyes To the Editor: We are looking for members of the 825th Supply Company Army Reserve for a reunion to be held Saturday, Dec. 1, at the Holiday Inn and Conference Center in Willmar. Contact Dudley Becker at (320) 796-6337 or send an e-mail with your name and address to willmar825thsupplyco@hotmail.com for more information.-Jo Ann Monson, Willmar To the Editor: Rising Stars Therapeutic Horse Program would like to express our thanks to Century 21 (Tom Scherling), Coborns and Pine Country Bank for the donation of food and cooking for our recent open house. Thanks to all who were able to attend the event. Your support is greatly appreciated.-Robin Olson Scholl, president
Posted in Morrison County Record
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Number of schools not making adequate progress climbs
The number of Minnesota schools failing to meet adequately yearly progress (AYP) under federal No Child Left Behind law jumped to 729 this year, an increase of 246 schools over last year.
Posted in Star News
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Turn on the faucet, and out rushes water
Most people probably don’t give it another thought. But even in the Land of 10,000 Lakes, water conservation is important. Each person uses an average of 100 gallons of water a day, according to the American Water Works Association (AWWA). … Continue reading
Posted in Morrison County Record
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Speaker from Bemidji offers a vision this area should embrace
By Tom West The Chamber of Commerce in Little Falls had a learning luncheon Monday, which was enough to send shivers down one’s spine. It was the kind of talk that made one think about the tremendous possibilities for Little … Continue reading
Posted in Morrison County Record
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Caledonia Care takes in evacuees from Valley View Nursing Home
Thirty-two residents from the Valley View Nursing Home in Houston and another 31 residents of the adjoining Heritage Court Apartments were transported to Caledonia Care and Rehab. The 32 residents from Valley View, two spouses, and one of the residents … Continue reading
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Suspect takes police on hour long chase
Updated Aug. 31; 12:15 p.m.
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Rogers arena throws city budget a curve
Rogers’ newly constructed activity center and ice arena, once a source of excitement and pride for many when it first opened last year, is now a financial albatross that has thrown the city into financial crisis.
Posted in Star News
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Soldier, Wisconsin Lions help Iraqi girl see once again
Sergeant John Kempen, United States Army, and the Lions clubs of Wisconsin could help a 7-year-old girl from Iraq see clearly for the first time in her life after she receives corneal transplant surgery next week.
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Football: Boughner, Anoka roll 50-21 over Elks in opener (8-30)
The Elk River football team lost 50-21 to Anoka in the season opener at home on Thursday evening. Kyle Boughner led Anoka to a 43-0 lead, running for one touchdown and passing for three. Jack Gavin hit Josh Stene and … Continue reading
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Soccer: Royals roll 7-0 over Big Lake; Monticello next (8-30)
The Rogers boys soccer team got two goals and two assists from Mitch Faust in a 7-0 win over Big Lake on Thursday. Next will be a duel at home with Monticello, two-time defending champs, on Tuesday.
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Monument pays tribute to Minnesota’s fallen soldiers
After a two-month tour, a three-ton granite monument honoring Minnesota’s fallen soldiers is coming home. The monument honoring the 62 soldiers and three Minnesota civilians who have been killed in Iraq will be dedicated and installed in Ramsey Sunday, Sept. … Continue reading
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