Postal Customer www.trftimes.com PRSRT-STD Carrier Rte. Presort & ECRWSS U.S. POSTAGE PAID PERMIT NO. 4 Thief River Falls, MN 56701 p. 6-7 Sports Harbott wins Bagley cross-country meet NORTHERN

Prowlers sweep Customer first. season series Community focused. with Rams WATCH “northwest minnesota’s regional newspaper” www.border.bank SAT | SEPTEMBER 26 | 2020 324 Main Ave. N., Thief River Falls, MN 56701 • Vol. 30, No. 39 218-681-8085 | Member FDIC

Jury deliberates Murder trial wraps up

by April Scheinoha others, James Hanson and Reporter Peyton Stuhaug, were charged in connection with The case is now in the the raid. With the exception hands of the jury. As of of Hanson, the others have presstime Thursday morn- since been sentenced. ing, jurors continued to de- Multiple individuals tes- liberate the case of Devon tified that Pulczinski was James Pulczinski, who is ac- also angry with other indi- cused of killing Alexandra Jo viduals, including Jeremy Ellingson and then setting a Tostrup, Hunter Blazek and COVID-19 fire to cover up the crime Enoch Evenson. A wooden March 27, 2019. stick containing Ellingson’s Pulczinski, 24, Thief name and the other three Large River Falls, testified in his names was found at the own defense Wednesday, home after the fire. Many Sept. 23. He testified that messages sent by Pulczinski Noah Hawkins accidentally were presented regarding events killed Ellingson while using his anger following the raid a rear naked choke hold at and thefts. Pulczinski’s apartment. He Miranda Timm, a cousin said, “It was an accident. It of Shaugabay, had testified drive was a terrible accident.” that they talked about lur- Pulczinski testified that ing Ellingson by having he decided to make it look Timm contact her to buy like a robbery or kidnapping drugs. Pulczinski would spread gone bad. He admitted re- then hide in the backseat of turning to his apartment the vehicle and they would by David Hill and setting fire to it. He tes- rob her of the drugs. How- Editor tified he was taking owner- ever, that meeting never oc- ship for what he had done – curred. Timm and Wednesday, Sept. 23, starting the fire. Pulczinski Pulczinski characterized Minnesota Department of said he used chemical their robbery talk as angry Health officials reported cleaner to start the fire on a talk and the stick as a sym- that 33 cases of COVID-19 futon and garbage can near bol. However, Timm had had been directly linked to a Ellingson’s body. contacted Ellingson. funeral on Sept. 9 in Martin Hawkins was given use An autopsy determined County. It points out a immunity for his testimony. that Ellingson died from as- greater concern - large Use immunity is a tool to phyxia due to plastic bags events driving the spread of compel individuals to testify that had been placed over the virus. in instances where they may her head. The manner of Kris Ehersmann, infec- assert their Fifth Amend- death was homicide. A plas- tious diseases director at ment rights. Hawkins testi- tic bag, secured with a cord, MDH, reported there had fied last week that had also been placed in been 150 to 200 people in at- Pulczinski walked up behind Ellingson’s mouth. tendance at the funeral and Ellingson and wrapped a Both Pulczinski and many attending the funeral cord around her neck and Hawkins testified that a did not wear masks or ob- then switched to a rear choke hold was used on serve social distancing at the naked choke hold. Ellingson. Choke holds are church service or at a lunch- Hawkins lied and omitted used in MMA. Both men eon held at a private resi- Fall colors appear to be at or just beyond their peak in much of northwestern Minnesota. information in two initial have experience in MMA dence after the funeral. A This photo was taken in Greenwood Trails Park in Thief River Falls. It’s a good time to get statements to police regard- with Hawkins having more number of funeral staff were out and enjoy northwestern Minnesota. ing whether he had been at experience in the sport. infected, and they are now the apartment. Hawkins’ Dr. Kelly Mills, chief med- tracking cases spreading to presence in the apartment ical examiner with the Ram- other congregations because came to light after a June sey County Medical the church is used by other 2019 statement from Ri- Examiner’s Office, earlier congregations. Door-to-door and mass testing cardo Martinez, who was the testified that one may not When asked whether downstairs tenant at the necessarily find evidence of these large events are a home. He testified they a choke hold being used. –––––––––– to be conducted in NW Minn. spoke while they planned to Extensive charring in- Page 12 ingest meth. juries were visible on Elling- by David Hill ple and identify positive at https://www.primarybio. No specifics were relayed son’s body and were Editor cases early to slow that com/r/thiefriverfalls; or OW SHOWIN during Martinez’s testimony, predominantly located on N G spread. https://www.health.state.mn but Sgt. Mike Roff took Mar- her back, arms, hands, legs Pennington County When? .us/diseases/coronavirus/test tinez’s statement. Roff testi- and left foot. Emergency Management Di- Beitel said the county’s sites/. If unable to sign up fied that Martinez said A family of five lived in rector Erik Beitel told Pen- COVID-19 response commit- online, call 1-855-612-0677. Hawkins nonchalantly re- the downstairs apartment of nington County tee has been asked to partic- The type of test to be ad- NEWLY REMODELED ferred to his presence there the house, which had been Commissioners Tuesday, ipate in a mass testing ministered would be a nasal and said the cord didn’t converted into two apart- & BRAND NEW SEATS Sept. 23, that Pennington event. That event would swab test. Those attending Be sure to download and reserve work. Hawkins then told ments. Martinez and his County will be a site for a take place at the Huck Olson the event can expect the at- Martinez that he suggested three kids were home at the your seats on our mobile app! COVID-19 mass testing Memorial Civic Center Sept. tending nurse to stick a LIMITED RESERVED SEATING ONLY a Mixed Martial Arts move time while his then-girl- event. 29, 30, and Oct. 1, from noon nasal swab about two inches to Pulczinski to ensure friend was at work. – OPENED SEPTEMBER 25 – Initially, Beitel said Pen- to 6 p.m. It would be spon- into your nasal passage. Of- Jurassic Ellingson’s death. Martinez Jurors received the case nington County would not be sored by the MDH and sup- ficials say it doesn’t hurt. It said Hawkins also referred at about 3:04 p.m. Wednes- S World the target of a CASPER or ported by the National is irritating and may cause to an alibi at work. Roff for- day after two alternates I Fallen Kingdom door-to-door in-person study, Guard and local health offi- eyes to water. A result to the warded the information to were excused. The case is D Rated: PG-13 but learned Wednesday cials. MDH would like to see test can be expected in two 2 hrs 8 mins investigators to determine now being decided by six E morning that it would. up to 600 individuals per to three days. Individuals the truthfulness of Mar- women and six men. Mon. - Fri No barrier mass testing day for a total of 1,800. who are positive will get a 7 p.m. tinez’s claims. Jurors began hearing the 1 Sat. & Sun. The Minnesota Depart- Beitel said the commmit- telephone call, but individu- Pulczinski faces felony case Monday, Sept. 14. The 4 & 7 ment of Health has recorded tee is still putting the logis- als who are negative will get charges of first degree mur- state rested its case Tuesday, – OPENED SEPTEMBER 25 – 115 COVID-19 positive cases tics package together. He an email or text message. der, second degree murder Sept. 22. Assistant Min- in Pennington County. Mon- said this would be absolutely More information about Secret Life and first degree arson in nesota Attorney General S day, Beitel said the county is voluntary and no barriers. this process can be found on Pennington County District John Gross and Pennington of Pets below the state standards, Beitel said it would give the MDH COVID-19 web- I Court. He is accused of mur- County Attorney Seamus Rated: PG and added, “We’re doing the community a good base- site. dering Ellingson, 23, Thief Duffy are prosecuting the D 1 hr 27 mins pretty good.” line or starting point for CASPER Study E Mon. - Fri River Falls, on March 27, case. Attorney Anthony 7 p.m. Last week, the MDH making comparisons, and an MDH is also expected to 2019. Bussa is representing Pul- Sat. & Sun. launched a four-week effort indicator of current condi- conduct voluntary, in-person 2 4 & 7 Ellingson’s body was czinski. The defense began to provide increased access tions. If there is spread, it surveys to understand the found after Thief River Falls presenting its case Tuesday to “no barrier” COVID-19 would provide an opportu- effect COVID-19 is having firefighters extinguished a afternoon. Pulczinski, along UPCOMING MOVIES testing in communities nity to prevent any further on Minnesota communities. fire at 307-1/2 Arnold Ave. S. with two other witnesses, To Be Announced across the state. The testing spread before it gets out of Wednesday, it was an- She was found in the testified for the defense. Dinner & A Movie will be free, available to any- control. nounced that many commu- kitchen of Pulczinski’s upper Pulczinski’s testimony one who feels they need to be MDH is urging people to nities in northwestern level apartment. Pulczinski testified Every Thursday Night! tested whether they have register in advance for an Minnesota would be in- Pulczinski was allegedly Wednesday morning. He Food at 6:30, Movie at 7 symptoms or not, and will appointment because it cluded in the study. Accord- angry with Ellingson about testified he was using meth not require insurance. speeds up the process, and ing to Beitel, the in-person $ 00/person stealing from him. He was intravenously at the time of 25 With increasing cases in helps avoid long lines. Peo- study in Pennington County also angry about a drug raid the incident. Pulczinski, who Includes: movie ticket, food, popcorn, pop neighboring states and com- ple who walk in without an would be conducted on Sept. This Week’s Food: Pizza Hut that occurred five days ear- was new to injecting meth, munity spread (no known appointment are welcome, 28. lier at his apartment. Nei- testified that he had others Hwy 59 South, Thief River Falls source of infection), officials but might have to come back More information about Box Office Hotline 681-9945 ther he nor Ellingson were inject it for him. said it is more important later or another day. where and when those involved. His roommate, –––––––––– www.fallscinema.com than ever to test a lot of peo- People can register online –––––––––– Page 12 James Shaugabay, and two Page 5

NOW HIRING AT DIGI-KEY: ORDER FULFILLMENT TEAM MEMBER M-F 1:30 PM – 10:00 PM • OUTSTANDING BENEFITS • $18.90 PER HOUR! APPLY ONLINE TODAY: DIGIKEYCAREERS.COM Page 2 NORTHERN WATCH Saturday, September 26, 2020

White Rubber Roofing: ON! Explore Gracewin’s new 55+ housing Mobile homes or travel trailers, 15 year VAER SAA GOD cooperative coming soon to Thief guarantee. No leaks. Bonded & insured. Will travel. 30 years experience. $0.90 per sq. ft. Come and Eat River Falls (as featured on KTRF)! MING SO *War Veterans receive discount* CO • Financial Benefits of Ownership Call 218-681-2597 • Secure, Maintenance-Free Living We hope you enjoy these recipes reprinted from Julia Peterson Tufford’s “Scandinavian Recipes” cookbook ©1940. Feel free to contribute your • Spacious Two Bedroom Floor Plans own favorite Scandinavian recipes to [email protected] • Indoor parking, hobby spaces, Hwy. 59 East, Thief River Falls Swedish Cookies ange juice, then work in the fitness center, car wash, & more! Working hard to help keep gas prices down! 1 cup sugar flour. Chill dough over 1/2 cup butter night. In morning roll Flour enough to roll out thin and sprinkle red 99¢99¢ yolks of 3 eggs sugar over top. Place Juice of 1 orange raisins in center. Cut out COFFEE OR Cream butter and sugar, star shape and bake in CAPPUCCINO add beaten yolks and or- warm oven. Any Size with coupon VISIT www.gracewinliving.com to learn more about the Expires 10-31-20 exciting community and turnkey lifestyle that awaits you! Digitize EMAIL [email protected] or CALL (855) 472-2396 to sign up for Zoom informational meetings coming soon! county

MCCL FALL TOUR records Hallock - Kittson County’s public records at PRO-LIFE the courthouse in Hallock date back prior to the turn of GATHERING the 20th century. While the Learn about the latest threats to unborn children and large bound books are care- their mothers - and what you can do to make a difference fully stored in a vault, and some have been digitized, SEPTEMBER 27 • 7-8 PM one St. Vincent native with Abundant Life Free Lutheran Church a proclivity for history wants 1602 Pennington Avenue S • Thief River Falls to help ensure the most sen- Minnesota Citizens Concerned For Life sitive documents are perma- 612.825.6831 • [email protected] • MCCL.ORG nently preserved. Trish Short Lewis visited with the Kittson County Board of Commissioners during its regular meeting on Tuesday, Sept. 15. “I came up here about a RE-ELECT month ago to get some BRUCE LAWRENCE records … to find out some- thing about my own family,” Pennington County Lewis said. “The ones I Commissioner District #5 looked at were all old, but were in pretty tough shape. I would appreciate the A lot of them are like that, opportunity to continue Inevitably they’re going to serving Pennington County get more and more delicate and some day they’re not constituents. Please vote in going to be able to be han- the upcoming election! dled at all.” Paid for by Bruce Lawrence on his own behalf. Lewis asked the commis- 14768 158th St. NE, Thief River Falls, MN 56701 sioners for permission to in- vestigate how to digitize and preserve the oldest records SUPERIOR GRAIN STORAGE, CONDITIONING AND on file. - Anna Jauhola, Kitt- son County Enterprise, Sept. HANDLING SYSTEMS FOR ANY SIZE OPERATION 23 RE-ELECT Carlson and Klein awarded

DONALD scholarships Thirty-one students at Minnesota State Commu- nity and Technical College have been awarded Work- JENSEN force Development Scholar- ships in the final round of awards for the 2020-21 aca- demic year. Area scholarship winners County Commissioner included Annika Carlson of Argyle and Regan Klein of District 1 Hallock. The $2,500 scholarships are funded by the Min- Pennington County nesota Legislature to help ease the shortage of skilled workers in high-demand ca- th reer fields. The scholarships General Election Tuesday, Nov. 3 target students enrolled in the program areas of ad- CALL TODAY: 866-822-9145 vanced manufacturing, agriculture, early childhood • Practical • Effective • Fair • education, health care serv- ices, information technology and transportation. www.SuperiorBins.com In all, M State awarded Political advertising prepared and paid for by Donald Jensen, 106 Workforce Development 32094 120th St NE,Goodridge, MN in his own behalf. Scholarships worth $265,000 for the current ac- ademic year. Students in more than 40 M State pro- grams and on all four M State campuses were eligi- ble for the awards. Scholarship recipients must be Minnesota resi- dents, enroll in a minimum of nine credits per semester and maintain a minimum NEW 2020 JEEP CHEROKEE LIMITED NEW 2020 JEEP COMPASS TRAILHAWK NEW 2020 CHRYSLER PACIFICA TOURING L grade point average of 2.0. For qualifying students, the scholarship can be renewed for a second year, bringing the total award to $5,000. “The Workforce Develop- ment Scholarships have an incredible impact on the students who receive these awards,” said M State Pres- ident Carrie Brimhall. “These scholarships cover nearly half of the cost of #4806 full-time attendance at M State, greatly reducing the 30 MPG APPLE CAR PLAY #4718 MSRP $33,010 #4810 students’ need to borrow or HEATED SEATS ANDROID AUTO work while they’re taking MSRP $36,705 classes. We believe these HEATED STEERING WHEEL 4X4 “S” PACKAGE scholarships mean students 3 YEAR LEASE POPULAR EQUIPMENT GROUP can be more successful in $ * OVER MSRP ...... $40,645 their studies.”

SPECIAL ONLY 297 Per PURCHASE WITH $7,000 EMPLOYEE PRICING For more information on Month* FOR ALL ...... -3,120 Workforce Development Scholarships and eligible OR PLUS TAX & LICENSE $ OFF! FACTORY DISCOUNTS . . .-4,000 5,000 OFF!! programs at M State, visit PURCHASE AND SAVE UP TO minnesota.edu/wdscholar- + SALE PRICE $ SALE $ ships. $ ONLY The Workforce Develop- 5,000 OFF! PRICE ONLY 27,955 34,525 ment Scholarship program *36 month lease, $1,995 due at signing, 10,000 miles per year, tax and license extra, O.A.C. +Must finance with Chrysler Capital to qualify, O.A.C. was launched by the Legis- lature in 2018 and ex- Need A New Car? panded in 2019. A total of $8

CALL US million in Workforce Devel- opment Scholarships was TODAY!! awarded at Minnesota State (218) 681-4303 • (866) 848-4303 • 1730 3rd St. W., Thief River Falls, MN ROGER MATT ANTHONY colleges and universities in Service and Sales Nobody Does It Better! SHAFFER SHAFFER BOLDUC WWW.WESTSIDEMOTORS.NET the current academic year. THE Saturday, September 26, 2020 NORTHERN WATCH Page 3 WATCNORTHERNH DEATH NOTICES Pennington Co. Emerging Leaders announced 324 Main Avenue North Brian and Katie Shaw of P.O. Box 100 Janis Witthoft, 57 at St. Bernard’s Catholic Church in Thief River Falls. Pennington County have Thief River Falls, MN 56701 Thief River Falls - Janis Visitation will be held been named Pennington Witthoft, of Thief River Falls, from 4 to 6 p.m. on Sunday, County representatives in Telephone: (218) 681-4450 passed away at Sanford Hos- September 27, 2020 at John- the Red River Valley Emerg- Fax: (218) 681-4455 pital in Fargo, North Dakota son Funeral Service in Thief ing Leadership program. e-mail: [email protected] on Thursday, September 17, River Falls and will also be Brian is a mechanic at TR http://www.trftimes.com 2020 at the age of 57. held one hour prior to the Salvage. Katie is an agricul- A graveside service was service on Monday at the ture teacher and FFA advi- held on Friday, September church. Burial will be at St. sor at Lincoln High School in 25, 2020 at Greenwood Joseph Cemetery in Brooks. Thief River Falls. Brian grew up in Ulen, Cemetery in Thief River Kathy Svidal Falls. Jessica and obtained his bachelor of Publisher A celebration of her life Cervantes, 39 science degree in agricul- will be at a later date. tural systems management [email protected] Middle River - Jessica from the University of Min- Cervantes, 39, of Middle nesota Crookston. Katie Myrtle Skalet, 90 River passed away on Tues- grew up in Nimrod and Thief River Falls - Myr- day, September 22, 2020. earned a bachelor of science tle Skalet, 90, passed away A gathering time for fam- degree in agriculture educa- on Saturday, September 19, ily and friends will be held tion from the University of 2020 at Karlstad Nursing from 4 to 7 p.m. on Monday, Minnesota Crookston, and a Dave Hill September 28, 2020 at John- Home, Karlstad. master’s degree in agricul- Editor The funeral to celebrate son Funeral Service in Thief tural education from the Myrtle’s life was held on River Falls. Burial will follow University of Minnesota, St. [email protected] Thursday, September 24, at Bethesda Cemetery, Paul. 2020 at Johnson Funeral Marsh Grove Township, Brian and Katie have two Service in Thief River Falls. rural Newfolden. children, Owen, age 7, and Burial followed at Salem Audrey, age 5. Cemetery, rural Oklee. Patrick Sherman, 56 The Emerging Leader- ship Program (ELP) creates Brian and Katie Shaw of Thief River Falls have been named Thief River Falls - Scott DCamp Stanley Peterson, 83 Patrick Cory Sherman, 56, of and sustains a network of Pennington County representatives in the Red River Valley Thief River Falls passed community leaders in north- Emerging Leadership program. The Shaws have two chil- Sports Editor Milwaukee, WI - Stanley away peacefully on Tuesday, west and west central Min- dren, Owen, age 7, and Audrey, age 5. (Submitted) [email protected] H. Peterson passed away on September 23, 2020 at his nesota. The program's goal September 16, 2020 at the residence. is to provide opportunities participants to strengthen Leadership Program, which age of 83. The funeral arrangements for individuals to develop leadership and networking is coordinated by University The funeral service was are pending. their leadership potential, skills of Minnesota Extension. The held on Thursday, September as well as a structure to help • Community building – Extension educators who 24, at Molthen-Bell Funeral regional leaders address Audrey Teigland, 86 activities to build networks work with the program have Home. Interment was at rural issues. (social capital) as partici- years of experience provid- April Scheinoha Holy Sepulcher Cemetery. Thief River Falls - Au- The ELP is based on the pants learn new ideas and ing both face-to-face and on- Reporter drey Teigland, 86, of Thief philosophy that effective River Falls passed away on develop relationships for fu- line programming. They are [email protected] Christ Ley, 69 leadership can be learned ture collaborative work; and already making plans for Monday, September 21, 2020 and that leaders grow into at Sanford Medical Center, • Public recognition – program adjustments, which Warroad - Christ Ley of positions of leadership, mo- local and regional recogni- align with University, State Warroad died September 18, Fargo, ND. tivated by a sense of respon- A gathering time for fam- tion events showcasing rural of Mnnesota, and Minnesota at the age of 69. sibility for themselves and leaders' contributions to Department of Health A celebration of life for ily and friends will be held their communities. This is from 1 to 3 p.m. on Tuesday, communities. guidelines as they give at- Christ will be held after 4 carried out through: In the coming months, tention to both participant DeDe Coltom p.m. on Saturday, September September 29, 2020 at John- • Leadership training – the Shaws will have an op- safety and creating a unique Sales and 26 at the home of Christ and son Funeral Service in Thief four sessions (56 hours) fo- River Falls. Burial will follow portunity to experience a hy- learning experience for par- Marketing Marlene Ley in Warroad. cused on opportunities for brid version of the Emerging ticipants. at St. Olaf Cemetery near [email protected] Grygla. Wendy Olson, 60 Badger - Wendy Olson of Badger passed away Friday, September 18, at the age of STEVE PORTER’S 60. Tom Williams A celebration of life for Sales and Wendy will be held Saturday, TROPHY WHITETAIL DEER Marketing September 26, at 3 p.m. at Skippy Finns’ in Badger [email protected] . Saturday, October 3rd • 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Vivian Bruggeman, 92 Thief River Falls - Vi- vian Bruggeman, 92, of Thief River Falls passed away on Wednesday, September 23, 2020 at Greenleaf Assisted Living, Thief River Falls. A mass of Christian burial will be held at 1:30 p.m. on Monday, September 28, 2020 The Northern Watch is published weekly every Master gardener Saturday and distributed to applications over 22,000 households in North west Minnesota and accepted surround ing area. The Applications to become a BIG SAVINGS Northern Watch is published in University of Minnesota Ex- conjunction with the Thief tension Master Gardener are with our storewide sale River Falls Times, which is being accepted now through e published weekly every Oct. 1. Fre Wednesday. Gardening enthusiasts ission ONE DAY ONLY! are encouragged to apply. Ex- dm SUBSCRIPTION RATES tension Master Gardeners A Price Includes Times & Northern Watch bring science-based horticul- Pennington, Red Lake, Marshall, ture knowledge and practices Clearwater and East Half Of to Minnesota, promoting healthy landscapes and Polk Counties .....$44.00 Per Year building communities ...... $30.00 per 6 Mos. through their volunteer ef- HIGHWAY 59 N • THIEF RIVER FALLS • 218-681-3999 All Other Addresses forts. With 567 Zip Code ...... $55.00 Per Year ...... $38.00 per 6 Mos. Elsewhere in the U.S.A ...... $77.00 Per Year 40% Off Annual Frame Sale ...... $46.00 per 6 Mos. The Northern Watch shall not be liable for slight changes or typographical errors that do not Monday, October 5 - Wednesday, October 7 lessen the value of an advertisement. The Northern Watch's liability for other errors or omissions in connection with an advertisement is strictly Monday and Tuesday: 8 am - 6 pm limited to publication of the adver tisement in any (Closed 12:45 - 1:45 pm) subsequent issue or the refund of any monies paid for the Door Prizes Giveaways advertisement. A Publication of: Wednesday: Open all day 8 am - 6 pm Thief River Falls Times 324 Main Avenue North P.O. Box 100 Thief River Falls, MN 56701 Due to current circumstances our vendors will not be present at Telephone: (218) 681-4450 the sale, however all in-stock frames will be 40% off. Sale is not Fax: (218) 681-4455 valid with other promo�ons or insurance policies. Exams available. THIEF RIVER FALLS

ALTERNATE 901 Hanson Dr • Thief River Falls DELIVERY 681-3300 • trfeyecare.com SYSTEM Chris Borgen, OD Eric Tjelle, OD Page 4 NORTHERN WATCH Saturday, September 26, 2020

ATTENTION TRF CITY RESIDENTS Leaf vacuum operations will begin October 5th and continue until November 5th, weather permitting. The leaf vacuum will run in: ¢ Ward 1 on Mondays • Ward 2 on Tuesdays • Ward 3 on Wednesdays Ward 4 on Thursdays • Ward 5 on Fridays 10 OFF EDITORIAL OPINIONS If the leaf vacuum finishes a ward on that given day, they will work ahead in the Per Gallon Of Gas ~ Cash & Credit Cards* next ward. The following day they start on designated ward/day. There is a map of Farmers Union Dave Hill, Editor ~ e-mail: [email protected] the wards on the City’s website: https://www.citytrf.net/ Oil Company Residents are asked to pile leaves on avenue boulevards, not at alley garbage 8th and Atlantic, Thief River Falls Editorial opinion published under this heading is intended to stimulate opinion of other staff members. Opinions in items from other publica- locations or on side streets. Residents may (218) 681-1240 thinking and discussion among our readers. Unless speci fied other - tions may not coincide with the editor’s own views but are offered for 3rd and Atlantic, Thief River Falls wise, the editorials are written by Editor Dave Hill and do not represent their general interest. also haul leaves, grass clippings, and (218) 681-3512 brush to the disposal site at 1121 101 W Vaughan Main St., Goodridge one offers a suggestion, we stop and Atlantic Avenue North which is (218) 378-4146 Sense of forboding? listen as if someone had yelled “Squir- open 24 hours a day 7 days a week. *Coupon Required for all Credit/Debit Transactions rel!” in our midst. Squirrel! In the movie “Up” there’s Is it because we like to be prepared a scene where dogs are talking to each like the squirrels or because we just other - I know, absurd - but when in don’t like surprises or that feeling of the midst of their conversation, some- insecurity? one yells “Squirrel!” all heads turn in There are some old winter wives’ the same direction at once. I laughed. tales regarding squirrels. One I’ve ONE BIG DEAL! I did so because I’ve seen that same heard is that if squirrels have extra RIVERSIDE RESORT HOTEL & CASINO look of distraction and alarm from my bushy tails, you’re in for a long, cold own dog when he spots a squirrel. winter. Another is if your dog has a rom... Speaking of squirrels, I was asked thicker coat or the squirrels are scur- F GRAND FORKS, ND just recently why the squirrels seem to rying around in September, start get- to Laughlin, Nevada be screaming from the trees. He ting ready for a tough winter. on the Banks of the Colorado River hadn’t seen or heard it as often in the Aren’t squirrels typically active all $ past. He thought it was a bird at first the time, but especially during the fall 359 NOVEMBER 01 thru 05 and had to look closely through the and spring when they are busy finding AIR & ROOM leaves of the trees to find the source. and storing food? PACKAGES Sunday–Thursday He said the scream was very annoy- The Farmer’s Almanac Winter ( INCLUDES ALL TAXES & FEES ) ing. Then, he added that he thought FOR RESERVATIONS Weather Forecast for 2020-21 is an- that someone needed to teach voice other source. Overall, they are fore- 1.800.227.3849 lessons to that squirrel! The imagery casting a light winter for many, but RiversideResort.com of that has made me laugh for several colder in the west. A closer look shows days now. I guess I’m easily amused a section in western North Dakota and by unusual observations. South Dakota described as “It’s Snow Yesterday, I watched a couple of Time!” Our region shows “More wet.” squirrels digging holes in my garden. We might also just examine what They were going about their business kind of year we’ve already had. For until they noticed each other and then crying outloud, we’re in the midst of a they started to duke it out. It looked worldwide pandemic, and we’ve seen * Prices are per person. Based on double occupancy. Single occupancy $50 additional charge. Includes roundtrip like a strange boxing match. It was airfare, taxes, fees, ground transfers and hotel lodging at the Riverside Resort Hotel & Casino. Prices are subject plagues of locusts, killer bees, a higher to change, are not retroactive, and may not be available on certain departures or at time of booking due to limited over quickly enough, but it was fun to than normal number of hurricanes space. Tickets are non-refundable. Must be 21 years of age or older. Change penalties apply. Scheduled air service observe. All these observations and provided by Sun Country Airlines. and tropical storms, killer wildfires talk of squirrels in the midst of the and any other number of disasters, changing season has made me wonder what kind of winter do you think we’ll what winter will be like. have? GrandForks.ND.RRsm.bw.TRF-NW.indd 1 9/16/20 10:18 PM It’s fall and many people are won- I’ll be glad when 2020 is over. dering the same thing. We’re always So, what are the odds we’ll have a MIDDLE RIVER FIRE DEPARTMENT wondering what tomorrow will bring. tough winter? I suspect we should be We’re anxiously looking for answers prepared for the worst and hope for everywhere. We want to know what’s the best. ANNUAL RAFFLE going to happen next and when any- Fall is officially here, which means it would usually be time for our Fireman's Ball. Unfortunately, the difficult decision has been made to not hold this year's supper. POLICIES We have decided to still hold our Annual Raffle with the prizes as follows: Letters To The Editor: The staff of the Northern Watch letters signed in print and will not withhold names of writers 1) Ruger American 6.5 Creedmoor 6) $250 Cash encour ages written responses to editorial comment or letters from publication. with original thoughts or ideas of general interest. Letters Responses Invited: Letters critical of individuals or 2) 12 Gauge Pointer, 0ver/Under 7) $250 Cash should be intended for publication in Northern Watch exclu- other entities may be shown to those individuals or represen- 3) Thompson Center Compass 30-06, Bolt Action 8) $50 Cash sively; letters sent to multiple publications will generally not tatives of those entities in advance of publication with an invi- be accepted. Right is reserved to edit letters for length and clar- tation by newspaper staff for response in the same issue as the 4) Custom Built Fishing Rod 9) $50 Cash ity and to reject letters deemed to be promotional in nature or original letter. 5) $500 Cash 10) $50 Cash in poor taste. Corrections: If an error is made in news or advertising Letters Must Be Signed: All letters must be signed and publication, the staff encourages readers to call it to our imme- The drawing will be held live on the Middle River Fire Department’s contain an address or phone number of the writer so authentic- diate attention by calling 681-4450. We will attempt to correct Facebook page on October 10, 2020 at 9:00 pm. ity can be verified. Signatures must appear on letters pub- the error or clarify the misunderstanding in the next issue. If you would like to purchase raffle tickets OR make a donation, please fill out lished. The staff believes that there is greater credibility in the donation form below or contact any Middle River fire fighter. THANK YOU for your continued support of the Middle River Fire Department! Virtual field trips visit farms The Minnesota Agricul- “During the COVID-19 • Thursday, Oct. 1: Gold- Middle River Fire Department Donation Form ture in the Classroom pro- pandemic, school might be enrust Farm, Eyota. gram is partnering with happening a little different • Thursday, Oct. 8: Deer Monetary Donation: $______Purchase Tickets: $______Midwest Dairy to host a se- than usual, but it’s even Lake Orchard, Buffalo *** Tickets are $5 each or a book for $50 ries of free virtual field trips more important to show our • Tuesday, Oct. 13: during October to celebrate gratitude to school nutrition Revol Greens Greenhouse, Name or Organization the connection between K-12 and farmer heroes who are Owatonna. students and local farmers providing essential serv- • Thursday, Oct. 22: New in Minnesota. ices,” she said. Roots Produce Farm, Moor- Mailing Address City/State Zipcode The series takes place In-person classrooms, as head. during National Farm to well as students doing dis- • Thursday, Oct. 29: Please send to: Middle River Fireman's Raffle Checks payable to: School Month, offering par- tance learning, are invited to Ahlgren Dairy Farm, Cen- Middle River Fire Relief Association C/O Rachel Bukowski ticipants a chance to cele- meet farmers and tour farms tral. Only 2,000 tickets sold! brate the connection that provide hot dogs, let- The field trips will stream 740 1st St. S, Please postmark by October 5th. between students and local tuce, apples, vegetables, live on the MAITC YouTube Middle River, MN 56737 *** Ticket Stubs will be mailed back to you. food, and share farm to milk and more to school cafe- channel at 10 a.m. on each school stories, said MAITC terias. tour date. More information Education Specialist Keri The series takes place vir- is available at the MAITC Sidle. tually over five dates: Virtual Field Trips page.

Rural Reflections … My favorite color is red is my favorite color. I decided to go a little I am not sure what it is deeper into my investigation about the color red. It feels of the color red and walked energetic, comforting and to the window. Pretty much solid all at the same time. every building around our by The easy answer would be place is red except for our Grant my allegiance to Interna- home. When I see a “barn tional Harvester/Farmall red” building, it just makes Nelson tractors. I cannot think of me feel good. I remember any situation where red en- the barn back at my parents’ joys such a prominent dis- dairy farm. We could hold Some time ago, Lisa and I play than on the thousands 4,000 small square bales in participated in a little ques- of Farmall, International the haymow and that really tion and answer session like Harvester and Case/IH trac- impressed me. My dad had “the Newlywed Game.” Lisa tors and implements. I think to double some of the two by was asked a series of ques- my trust in the color red 10 boards in order to take all tions about me which she probably comes from years that weight, but it lasted for answered. I was then asked of working with the old Far- years. A January evening the same questions and an- mall tractors. My dad used was warm in the barn. All swered them. These were them too, and he was a solid those bales upstairs made questions about my personal person, so maybe there is a for great insulation, plus the preferences, and Lisa an- connection within that rela- cows put out so much heat. swered all of them correctly, tionship. Just seeing that barn in my which was rather good. I an- I turned to the internet to mind makes me feel good swered them all correctly ex- understand my inclination and the first thing I see cept one, which was a little to the color red. I like the in- when I think about the old surprising especially since it ternet; you can just search barn is the color, which is was my personal prefer- and search until you find an red. ences. When asked the ques- answer that fits your prede- I guess the greatest ex- tion, “What is your favorite termined preference. I did pression of my favorite color color?” I guessed incorrectly; the internet search and most would be in the vehicle I however, I did not realize of the responses identified a drive. However, I have never until I was told the correct color preference of red as in- owned a red vehicle. We re- answer from Lisa’s answer dication that you have pas- cently painted a machine list. It was red. Perhaps I am sion, fire, drive, are an shed “barn red” and we have not self-aware or maybe Lisa extrovert and are emotion- about four gallons of leftover just knows me better than I ally intense, or maybe you paint. Maybe I have a good know myself. No matter, red just like fire engines. use for all that extra color. Saturday, September 26, 2020 NORTHERN WATCH Page 5

Jury deliberations begin in local murder trial/Continued (Continued from Page 1) venge stick. “When you’re on was there that morning. He rival, Pulczinski testified electrical cord or choke hold. meet him and he got into Pulczinski completed meth, you do weird shit like didn’t know Ellingson, who that he placed a third line of He testified that he hadn’t. their vehicle. Sigurdson drug treatment a year ear- that,” said Pulczinski, who left the apartment at some meth on the table and told “That is the truth, so help drove them to the apartment lier, only to continue abusing referred to it as a symbol. point and returned later. Hawkins that someone was me God,” Pulczinski said. as seen on nearby surveil- drugs later. His drug use They hatched a plan to Nicole Wojciechowski coming over. Pulczinski testified that lance video. spiraled out of control to the rob Ellingson in which Pul- later arrived. They left the Pulczinski testified that Hawkins was panicking. He While the others waited point that his girlfriend, czinski would hide in a vehi- home and also used meth at Hawkins didn’t really know said he told Hawkins to calm for him in their vehicle, Pul- Camille Casey, left Thief cle after Timm lured some point. She testified Ellingson. He asked down and act like nothing czinski returned to the River Falls a couple of Ellingson. Pulczinski said that Hawkins’ car was there Hawkins to contact her for happened since Pulczinski apartment. He testified he months prior to the incident. they never followed through when she dropped Pulczin- him prior to the incident. would be suspected since it made a terrible decision and They had met in treatment with the plan. ski off at his apartment be- Hawkins thought Pulczinski happened at his home. decided to burn the house in Illinois, and she returned Hawkins testified that he tween 3:30 and 3:45 p.m. meant a man who also went Hawkins testified that down. Pulczinski admitted there. was with Pulczinski at the March 27, 2019. She said by the nickname of Alex. Pulczinski came up from be- that he used chemical Pulczinski wasn’t home at same time elsewhere in Pulczinski was confused as Pulczinski testified that hind Ellingson while she cleaner to start the fire. He the time of the raid. After Thief River Falls, clarifying to why Hawkins was there. Hawkins pointed to Elling- was preparing to inject Pul- said he tossed two shirts on the raid, anyone could enter the arrangement related to Pulczinski testified that son, mouthing whether it czinski with meth. Hawkins a nearby futon after spray- the apartment. Numerous his assistance in assaulting he hadn’t invited Hawkins was Ellingson as she pre- said Pulczinski used an elec- ing them with the cleaner people testified that a large some people whom Pulczin- to his home. He testified pared to load a needle with trical cord and then and some in the garbage couch had been placed in ski thought had stolen from that he crept up the stairs meth. He said Hawkins then switched to a rear naked next to Ellingson. He also front of one door. Pulczinski him and snitched. In one and found Hawkins digging jumped Ellingson and choke hold after he told Pul- put clothes on Ellingson’s said Blazek broke down the message, Hawkins wrote in his dresser drawers. He placed her in a rear naked czinski it wasn’t working. body, figuring they would door a week earlier. The that he wouldn’t help with accused him of stealing, but choke hold for about 15 sec- Hawkins said he did nothing catch fire. other door didn’t properly the female. Hawkins testi- Hawkins said he was look- onds. “I didn’t stop him right to stop the attack. He said “Not a day goes by that I latch after the drug raid. fied that Pulczinski said she ing around. Pulczinski said away because I was frus- Pulczinski placed the plastic don’t think about it,” said Pulczinski, who testified was held off for someone. he didn’t necessarily believe trated with her,” he said. bags on her head and bound Pulczinski, who said he be- that he was heavily under On March 26 and March Hawkins. However, They thought Ellingson her hands and feet. lieves he deserves to be pun- the influence of drugs at the 27, 2019, Pulczinski texted Hawkins remained at the had passed out. They tried Hawkins’ partial fingerprint ished for what he did. time, said he didn’t remem- Shaugabay, who was in jail. home and Pulczinski said he waking her up, but she was found on piece of tape Adams testified that Pul- ber everything that occurred Investigator Andy Hart, who suggested that they should didn’t respond. Hawkins affixed to a plastic bag on czinski sent a message to between March 22 and is employed with the Thief get high. He also said was crying, said Pulczinski, Ellingson’s head. Ellingson at 5:08 p.m, indi- March 25, 2019. River Falls Police Depart- Hawkins wasn’t folding who testified that he told Jessica Hunt, a member cating that he wasn’t at Pulczinski testified that a ment, testified about the clothes and placing them in Hawkins to calm down. of the Minnesota BCA La- home and to disregard their large amount of meth, pills text messages. Pulczinski plastic bags like he told au- Pulczinski testified he tent Print Section testified prior plans. Pulczinski testi- and marijuana were left be- referred to taking the charge thorities. knew that Ellingson’s that the plastic bags con- fied that he didn’t remember hind and hidden after the for Shaugabay and referred Hawkins testified that grandma would be at the tained nothing suitable for sending the message and raid. He said he was con- to Ellingson, Tostrup and Pulczinski accused him of home to pick her up as further fingerprint examina- that he didn’t send it to stantly getting high before Evenson being in the apart- stealing from him despite Ellingson noted in a mes- tion. She examined two plas- cover his tracks. Inside her leaving for treatment. Pul- ment after the search war- their earlier agreement to sage. He said he knew it was tic bags with apparent pockets, Ellingson had two czinski testified that he and rant was executed. meet there. an accident and they were human hair and an electri- $20 bills at the time of the his cousin, Colton Reese, Shaugabay was upset, espe- Pulczinski was communi- going to drop Ellingson off at cal cord. Parts of those items autopsy. used a lot of the drugs. He cially about Tostrup and cating with Ellingson before a hospital. Pulczinski said had been burned and melted Ellingson’s family mem- admitted that he sold some Evenson. Pulczinski replied and while he spent time they started moving her out together. bers were outside the home, of the drugs. that he would be “doing with Hawkins. Facebook of the living room and to- DNA testing was also con- waiting for her when the fire Pulczinski slept at Even- them before” he left. He fur- messages were presented in ward the kitchen. ducted in relationship to the was reported at 5:35 p.m. son’s house March 23, 2019, ther noted that people would court, showing that Pulczin- Pulczinski testified that case. Hawkins’ DNA wasn’t Andrea Bexell, a deputy where he said Evenson gave be looking for him and he ski and Ellingson were com- he then came up with a plan compared to the unknown state fire marshal investiga- him an unidentified pill. He would have to hide for a bit. municating about procuring to make it look like a rob- samples since the major con- tor, estimated that the fire testified that he woke up the In response to Shau- controlled substances to bery or kidnapping since tributors had already been started at least 10 minutes next morning to Ellingson gabay’s comment about share with one another the most people thought he had determined and the genetic before it drew anyone else’s rummaging in his pockets. Tostrup and Evenson, Pul- morning of her death. They gone to Chicago for treat- material was insufficient to attention. He said his phone and czinski testified that he was continued to communicate ment. test the minor DNA types. After Pulczinski started nearly $700 in cash were referring to robbing them with one another throughout Pulczinski testified that Pulczinski’s hands were the fire, he left with Sigurd- missing. Pulczinski said he before he left, specifically the day and when Hawkins he grabbed plastic bags, swabbed after his arrest. son and Reese. Reese later confronted her, but he Evenson. He said he was was at the apartment. electrical cord and duct tape. Ellingson wasn’t a major drove the cousins elsewhere. wasn’t violent. He said he upset with Evenson about Nathan Adams, a special He said he told Hawkins to contributor to the DNA Reese testified that the doesn’t know if she stole robbing him while he was in agent with the Minnesota tape up Ellingson’s head. found on his hands. Elling- cousins drove around before from him. a vulnerable state. Bureau of Criminal Appre- Pulczinski said he bound her son was a major contributor stopping somewhere before Pulczinski said Evenson The following morning, hension, testified that Pul- hands and feet. “That was the DNA found on the cord. Evans Steel, where Pulczin- was using the phone and Ellingson went to Pulczin- czinski indicated that a my idea at the time,” said The plug of the cord only ski changed clothes. He said wearing a necklace that be- ski’s apartment. Pulczinski friend was with him and had Pulczinski, who said he was contained her DNA. Pulczinski confessed to tying longed to Hanson. He also testified that he didn’t re- a “tiny bit” at 4:13 p.m. Two panicking. He indicated that Both Hawkins and Pul- a cord around Ellingson’s saw items that belonged to member much, but he minutes later, she texted he didn’t call the police be- czinski testified that neck and using a choke hold. him. Pulczinski said he was thought she woke him up. that she would be there in cause there would be no way Hawkins dropped Pulczinski Reese summoned an investi- mostly upset with Evenson, He testified that she asked if five minutes and had $40. to spin it to the point of not off outside of the home of gator to his jail cell in June a friend who took advantage he had suboxone or heroin. Her grandma and great getting into trouble. Reese and his then-girl- 2019, telling him this infor- of his vulnerable state. Pul- John Monreal had been aunt dropped her off around Bussa asked whether friend, Alexis Sigurdson. mation. In at least two czinski said he confronted asked to check on Pulczinski 4:22 p.m. Pulczinski killed Ellingson Hawkins then went to work. –––––––––– Evenson. and testified that a woman Prior to Ellingson’s ar- or strangled her with an They were planning to Page 13 Evenson testified that • HUGE SEPTEMBER SALES EVENT! • HUGE SEPTEMBER SALES EVENT! • HUGE SEPTEMBER SALES EVENT! • HUGE SEPTEMBER SALES EVENT! • HUGE SEPTEMBER SALES EVENT! • Pulczinski believed Even- EVENT! • HUGE SEPTEMBER SALES EVENT! SEPTEMBER • HUGE SALES EVENT! HUGE SEPTEMBER SALES EVENT! • HUGE SEPTEMBER SALES EVENT! • HUGE SEPTEMBER SALES EVENT! HUGE SEPTEMBER SALES son, Ellingson and Tostrup may have stolen from Pul- czinski. They argued with Evenson eventually deciding to call Reese. Evenson testi- fied Pulczinski was only ag- HUGE SEPTEMBER SALES EVENT! gressive toward him even though Ellingson was also at his home at the time. Reese arrived and de- TRUCKS 2016 CHEVROLET TRAVERSE LTZ AWD HEATED LEATHER, 2ND cided to call another family 2012 FORD F-150 CREW CAB XLT ECOBOOST V6 CLOTH SPLIT ROW BUCKETS, TOW PACKAGE, 20”S, 82K, TAN ...... $24,995 member to help his cousin. BENCH, RUNS AND DRIVES NICE, 168K, SILVER ...... $13,960 2017 CHEVROLET EXPRESS 3500 12 PASSENGER, POWER Pulczinski remained with $ family members until they 11,380 OFF 2009 GMC SIERRA EXT SLE, CLOTH SEATS, 5.3L V8, LOCAL TRADE, WINDOWS AND LOCKS, REMOTE START, BACKUP CAM 47K, NEW! WHITE ...... $19,999 drove him to the Amtrak sta- MSRP!! NEW TIRES, NOT RUSTY 146K, WHITE ...... $12,995 tion in Grand Forks, N.D., to 2017 GMC SIERRA CREW, LOCAL TRADE, 1 OWNER, HEATED & 2017 LAND ROVER RANGE ROVER, WOW IS THIS THING NICE!! take a train to Chicago for HEATED & COOLED LEATHER, MOON ROOF, 34K WHITE .$49,995 treatment again. Pulczinski COOLED LEATHER, NEW TIRES, NICE!! 40K GRAY ...... $37,995 contacted others to pick him 2017 CHEVROLET SILVERADO DOUBLE CAB LTZ 5.3L V8 HEATED 2016 CHEVROLET CHEVROLET TAHOE LTZ PREMIERE, up at the train station after LEATHER, CHROME 20’S, 1 OWNER, WHITE 78K ...... $30,995 LOADED BUCKETS, NAV, DVD, SUNROOF, 1 OWNER, 67K, BURGUNDY ...... $39,995 his parents left. Jason 2012 CHEVROLET SILVERADO CREW LTZ, HEATED LEATHER SEATS, Brinkman and two women CHROME WHEELS, NICE ACCESSORIES 119K PEARL ...... $18,995 2016 CHEVROLET TRAVERSE LTZ AWD HEATED LEATHER, 2ND picked him up and brought ROW BUCKETS, TOW PACKAGE, 20”S, 45K WHITE ...... $25,995 him back to Thief River 2014 CHEVROLET SILVERADO CREW LTZ 4X4 3500 HEATED Falls. SALESGE SEPTEMBER EVENT! SALES • HUGE SEPTEMBER EVENT! LEATHER, 1 OWNER, NEWER TIRES, NICE!! 130K WHITE ....$24,995 2016 BUICK ENCLAVE LEATHER, 1 OWNER TRADE, HEATED LEATHER, BUCKETS, CHROME WHEELS, MOON, 48K, BURGUNDY .....$25,995 Pulczinski admitted com- 2014 GMC SIERRA CREW SLT HEATED LEATHER, LOADED!!, 1 municating that he wanted 2016 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE LIMITED 4X4 HEATED LEATHER, OWNER, TONS OF ACCESSORIES, 94K FIRE RED...... $27,995 to tie up loose ends, saying SUNROOF, 20” WHEELS, 1 OWNER, NICE! 36K GRAY ...... $27,699 2007 CHEVROLET SILVERADO EXT LT 4X4, CLOTH SPLIT BENCH, he wanted to get Shaugabay 2015 CHEVROLET EQUINOX AWD LTZ 3.6L V6 HEATED LEATHER out of jail and get his belong- 2019 CHEVROLET SILVERADO LOW MILES ON NEW MOTOR, 170K BLUE ...... $7,995 ings back. Pulczinski com- CREW CAB LT 4X4 SEATS, SUNROOF, CHROME WHEELS 62K BURGUNDY ...... $17,995 2005 FORD F-150 CREW 4X4, LOCAL TRADE, HEATED LEATHER, 2015 BUICK ENCLAVE AWD LEATHER, HEATED LEATHER municated with many ALL STAR EDITION, people via Facebook Messen- SUPER NICE RUNNING PICKUP, 160K RED ...... $7,995 SEATS, SUNROOF, CHROME WHEELS, LOCAL TRADE, K 81K, CONVENIENCE PACKAGE MSRP: $50,375 ger, noting it was puffery. He II, HEATED CLOTH, HEATED SUVS SILVER ...... $17,995 noted that Brinkman once STEERING WHEEL, XM RADIO, CHRISTIAN MOTORS DISCOUNT: (5,130) 2020 BUICK ENCLAVE ESSENCE V6 AWD HEATED LEATHER SEATS, 2015 GMC ACADIA SLE, CLOTH FRONT BUCKETS, 2ND ROW threatened to cut his tongue DUAL CLIMATE CONTROL, GM REBATE: (6,250) BUCKET 2ND ROW, FULL WARRANTY 23K, WHITE...... $36,995 out, but Brinkman didn’t BACKUP CAMERA, NEW PICKUP BENCH, RUNS AND DRIVES NICE, FRONT WHEEL DRIVE, 92K, mean it. WITH FULL WARRANTY!! 2020 BUCK ENCLAVE AVENIR AWD V6 HEATED & COOLED LEATHER, DUAL TAN ...... $15,995 Pulczinski testified that #29225 $ MOON ROOFS, HEATED WHEEL, 300 MILES!!! DEEP PURPLE ...... $49,995 2015 HONDA CRV AWD LOCAL TRADE, HEATED CLOTH SEATS, he confronted Tostrup ONYX BLACK / 2019 GMC YUKON 4X4 HEATED LEATHER SEATS, DVD, NAV, SUNROOF, NICE SHAPE!! 74K, TAN...... $16,995 shortly after arriving back JET BLACK HEATED CLOTH 38,995 SUNROOF, NAV, 2ND ROW BUCKETS, 28K, BLACK ...... $47,995 in Thief River Falls and he 2014 GMC TERRAIN SLT AWD 1 OWNER LOCAL TRADE, wasn’t violent with Tostrup. 2019 GMC YUKON XL 4X4 HEATED LEATHER SEATS, DVD, SUPER NICE SHAPE!!!! NEW TIRES, HEATED LEATHER, 98K, Pulczinski testified that NAV, SUNROOF, 1 OWNER PROGRAM, CERTIFIED 28K, BURGUNDY ...... $13,995 he doesn’t remember a lot BURGUNDY ...... $47,995 2013 GMC TERRAIN SLT-1, LOCAL TRADE, ALL WHEEL DRIVE, from the day before Elling- $ 2019 CHEVROLET EQUINOX LTZ PREMIERE 2.0L TURBO 4 CYL, HEATED LEATHER, BRAND NEW MOTORS @ 82K. 84K, son’s death since he was re- 11,380 OFF BLACK ...... $11,995 covering from using drugs. MSRP!! HEATED LEATHER MEMORY SEATS, 3 IN STOCK, 16K, RED OR Pulczinski noted Brinkman SILVER ...... $24,995 2011 GMC YUKON XL 4X4 LOCAL TRADE, HEATED LEATHER SEATS, had injected him with meth 2019 HONDA ODYSSEY 1 OWNER LOCAL TRADE, CLOTH SEATS, 8 SUNROOF, DVD, 8 PASSENGER, 148K, BLACK ...... $13,995 on March 25, 2019, and he PASSENGER, NICE SHAPE LOW MILES, 24K, DARK BLUE ..$28,995 2002 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE 4X4 4.0L V6, RUNS AND DRIVES couldn’t remember if he NICE, NEW TIRES, GOOD WINTER RUNNER, 196K, GRAY ...... $3,995 smoked marijuana. 2019 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN GT HEATED LEATHER SEATS, STOW Both Pulczinski and AND GO, LOADED!!!! 35K, WHITE ...... $19,995 CARS Timm testified that she had 2018 CHEVROLET TRAVERSE LT AWD 1 OWNER LOCAL TRADE, 2017 CHEVROLET MALIBU LT SEDAN, 1 OWNER, CLOTH, ALLOY gone to his home on the HEATED SEATS, 2ND ROW BUCKETS, NEW TIRES, 60K SATIN WHEELS, REMOTE START, NICE!!! 35K, GRAY ...... $16,995 evening of March 26, 2019. STEEL ...... $27,995 2017 CHEVROLET MALIBU LS SEDAN, 1 OWNER LEASE RETURN, Pulczinski testified that REMOTE START, BACKUP CAM, NICE!!! 37K WHITE ...... $15,995 Timm had seen on Snapchat 2018 GMC ACADIA DENALI AWD HEATED & COOLED LEATHER, that Ellingson possessed 2ND ROW BUCKETS, DUAL MOONROOF, 20’S 1 OWNER 69K PEARL 2011 TOYOTA CAMRY SEDAN, LOCAL TRADE, CLOTH SEATS, FULLY legal paperwork belonging WHITE ...... $30,995 SERVICED, NICE COMMUTER, 99K, WHITE ...... $9,495 to Shaugabay. He said both 2019 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 2017 CHEVROLET TRAVERSE LT-2 AWD HEATED CLOTH SEATS, 2ND 2014 CHEVOLET MALIBU LTZ, HEATED LEATHER SEATS, FULLY were upset, but he was pre- ROW BUCKETS, TOW PACKAGE, 20”S, 49K, BURGUNDY ....$23,995 SERVICED, NICE CAR FOR THE MILES 114K, GRAY ...... $9,995 dominantly upset with CREW CAB LT 4X4 Evenson. ALL STAR EDITION, 2017 JEEP WRANGLER 4X4 RUBICON LOCAL TRADE, HEATED 2012 CHEVROLET SONIC 1LT, 5 SPEED MANUAL, GREAT MPG!! 1 At that time, three of the CONVENIENCE PACKAGE MSRP: $50,375 SEATS, OFF ROAD TIRES, MINT SHAPE 24K, BRIGHT RED ..$37,495 OWNER LOCAL TRADE, 96K, RED ...... $6,270 II, HEATED CLOTH, HEATED names were added to the CHRISTIAN MOTORS DISCOUNT: (5,130) wooden stick. Both he and STEERING WHEEL, XM RADIO, DUAL CLIMATE GM REBATE: (6,250) CHECK OUT MORE DETAILS ON EACH AT Timm testified that Blazek’s CONTROL, BACKUP name was on the stick ini- CAMERA, NEW PICKUP tially. They testified that WITH FULL WARRANTY!! CHRISTIANMOTORS.COM Timm wrote the names of #29233 $ LOCATED IN FERTILE, MN Ellingson, Tostrup and SATIN STEEL METALLIC / JET BLACK HEATED CLOTH 38,995 Evenson on the stick the night before Ellingson’s 800-531-6166 death. They testified that

Pulczinski referred to it as SALESHUGE SEPTEMBER EVENT! SALES • HUGE SEPTEMBER EVENT! SALES • HUGE SEPTEMBER EVENT! SALES HUGE SEPTEMBER EVENT! • HU an “ass-beating stick” or re- • HUGE SEPTEMBER SALES EVENT! • HUGE SEPTEMBER SALES EVENT! • HUGE SEPTEMBER SALES EVENT! • HUGE SEPTEMBER SALES EVENT! • HUGE SEPTEMBER SALES EVENT! • Page 6 NORTHERN WATCH Saturday, September 26, 2020 TRF sweeps season series against Roseau

Thief River Falls won all teams’ first meeting. Rounding out the scoring four singles matches en route Avery Skaar improved to for the Prowlers was a win by to a 6-1 dual meet win over 6-1 on the season with a Trista Spears and Avery Mal- visiting Roseau Tuesday three-set win over Ella one over Jessie Danielson evening at the Franklin Mid- Trangsrud, 4-6, 7-6, 10-8. and Erin Brandt, 7-6 (7-3), 6- dle School tennis courts. Skaar also defeated 3 in the number three dou- Both teams juggled their Trangsrud earlier this season bles match. lineups to create different in Roseau. “Our team is on fire in all match-ups for the rematch. Rounding out singles play of our positions and playing “Most of our players can for the Prowlers was a 6-2, 6- some of the smartest tennis adjust to any position we 0 win by Hannah Cleven over I’ve seen our program ever want them to play in,” said Savannah Byfuglien. play,” Tunberg said. “This Thief River Falls Head In doubles competition, just goes to show how impor- Coach Fabian Tunberg. the Prowlers kept Brooklyn tant it is to come out ready to “That’s the great part of this Brouse in the number one play for every match. With team, they are willing to spot, where she was joined by only two matches left before make themselves better and Stephanie Dagg for the first sections, I truly do believe we in return our team is better time this season. Brouse and are the team to beat.” because of that.” Dagg fell to the tandem of After playing doubles in Lindsay McFarlane and Thief River Falls 6, Roseau 1 Singles - 1. Emma Fagerstrom the first meeting, Emma Kiersten Flaig, who played (TRF) def. Maddy Verbout 6-2, 6-2; Fagerstrom returned to the the number one and two sin- 2. Abby Flaagan (TRF) def. Haylee number one singles spot and gles spots in the first meet- Bennett 6-1, 6-0; 3. Avery Skaar picked up a 6-2, 6-2 win over ing, 6-4, 6-4. (TRF) def. Ella Trangsrud 4-6, 7-6, 10-8; 4. Hannah Cleven (TRF) def. Maddy Verbout. The Prowlers’ typical Savannah Byfuglien 6-2, 6-0. Abby Flaagan made her number two and three sin- Doubles - 1. Kiersten Flaig/Lind- 2020 singles debut in the gles players, Brooklyn say McFarlane (R) def. Brooklyn number two singles spot, Broadwell and Bell Hamre, Brouse/Stephanie Dagg 6-4, 6-4; 2. Brooklyn Broadwell/Bell Hamre where she picked up a 6-1, 6- paired up in the number two (TRF) def. Julia Braaten/Masynn 0 win over Haylee Bennett. doubles spot Tuesday night Janicke 6-1, 6-4; 3. Trista Verbout and Bennett played and claimed a 6-1, 6-1 win Spears/Avery Malone (TRF) def. in the number one doubles over Roseau’s Julia Braaten Jessie Danielson/Erin Brandt 7-6 (7- spot for the Rams in the and Masynn Janicke. 3), 6-3. TRF swimmers knock off Perham Thief River Falls won Greene and Brianna Berg; n 200 Freestyle Relay - Winner: seven races and added eight Rantanen in the 50 freestyle; TRF A (Alanah Mack, Brianna Berg, Maren Espe, Kendal Rantanen) runner-up finishes in a 106- Isabella Ek in the 500 1:57.20; TRF places: 3. TRF B 63 girls swimming dual meet freestyle. (Gweneth Ellingson, Isabella Ek, win over Perham Monday Breanna Lee, Kinsey Anderson) night at the Franklin Middle Thief River Falls 106, 2:04.54. Perham 63 n 100 Backstroke - Winner: School pool. n 200 Medley Relay - Winner: Irene Mursu, Perham/NYM 1:10.69; “The girls had a great Perham/New York Mills A 2:12.81; TRF places: 2. Jaymin Klosterman meet and are excited to get a TRF places: 2. TRF B (Vanessa Thib- 1:14.48; 3. Ava Budish 1:16.19; 5. solid win behind them,” said ert, Kinsey Anderson, Paige Greene, Vanessa Thibert 1:22.75. Brianna Berg) 2:24.8; 4. TRF C n 100 Breaststroke - Winner: Thief River Falls Head Coach (Gretta Grzadzielewski, Breanna Maren Espe 1:21.60; TRF places: 5. Danielle Spiten. “It was just Lee, Olivia Schmidt, Aniyah Fields) Caitlynn Ellison 1:35.72. what they needed going into 2:37.44. n 400 Freestyle relay - Winner: mid season practices this n 200 Freestyle - Winner: Alanah TRF A (Ava Budish, Brianna Berg, Mack, Thief River Falls, 2:23.99; Kinsey Anderson, Alanah Mack) week.” TRF results: 2. Gweneth Ellingson 4:33.60; TRF places: 2. TRF B The Prowlers won both the 2:26.00; 3. Isabella Ek 2:27.83. (Vanessa Thibert, Aniyah Fields, 200- (Alanah Mack, Brianna n 200 IM - Winner: Maren Espe, Gweneth Ellingson, Isabella Ek) Berg, Maren Espe, Kendal Thief River Falls, 2:43.13; TRF 4:43.71. places: 2. Caitlynn Ellison 2:53.90; 4. Thief River Falls JV 49, Per- Rantanen) and 400-yard (Ava Paige Greene 2:57.76. ham/New York Mills JV 25 Budish, Berg, Kinsey Ander- n 50 Freestyle - Winner: Irene (TRF JV Results) son and Mack) freestyle re- Mursu, Perham/NYM, 27.40; TRF n 200 Freestyle - 1. Chloe Lun- lays. places: 2. Kendal Rantanen 27.90; 3. deen 2:51; 2. Olivia Schmidt 2:51.64; Ava Budish 29.18; 4. Brianna Berg 5. Carlie Casavan 3:11.78. Individual wins came from 29.52. n 50 Freestyle - 1. Jaymin Mack in the 200 freestyle; n 100 Butterfly - Winner: Taylor Klosterman 30.56; 2. Aniyah Fields Rantanen in the 100 Ziemke, Perham/NYM, 1:22.21; TRF 31.10; 5. Brystal Breiland 39.14. freestyle; Gwen Ellingson in places: 3. Paige Greene, 1:32.70; 4. n 100 Freestyle - 1. Breanna Lee Kailee Larson 1:44.59. 1:11.46; 2. Chloe Lundeen 1:16.97; 3. the 500 freestyle; and Espe, n 100 Freestyle - Winner: Kendal Kailee Larson 1:27.69. who won both the 200 IM and Rantanen, TRF, 1:01.76; TRF places: n 200 Freestyle Relay - 1. TRF A Thief River Falls sophomore Stephanie Dagg serves against Roseau’s number one 100 breaststroke. 2. Kinsey Anderson 1:06.13; 3. (Gretta Grzadzielewski, Carlie Casa- doubles team during Tuesday’s home dual meet between the Prowlers and Rams. Runner-up finishes came Alanah Mack 1:07.56. van, Olivia Schmidt, Chloe Lundeen) n 500 Freestyle - Winner: 2:21.58. Roseau’s team of Kiersten Flaig and Lindsay McFarlane won the match 6-4, 6-4. Thief from the Prowlers 200 med- Gweneth Ellingson 6:37.09; TRF n 100 Backstroke - 1. Gretta River Falls won the dual 6-1. ley relay team of Vanessa places: 2. Isabella Ek 6:41.39; 3. Grzadzielewski 1:30.15. Thibert, Anderson, Paige Olivia Schmidt 7:20.65. Saturday, September 26, 2020 NORTHERN WATCH Page 7 Vote for Ben Harbott wins Bagley cross country meet Kleinwachter week later at the Roseau In- the Prowlers were Ruby n Team scores - 1. East Grand for vitational. Geiser in 30th, Kelsey Baltes Forks 31; 2. International Falls 60; 3. Warroad 78; 4. West Marshall On Sept. 14, International in 39th, Elaina Ballard in 121; 5. Ada-Borup/Norman County County Falls junior Ryan Ford won 47th and Sophia Eidsmoe in West; 6. Red Lake County 135; 7. the Warroad Invitational, 48th. Thief River Falls 153; 8 Roseau 162; after edging out Floden and On the boys side, Thief Incomplete - Bagley/Fosston, Lake of Commissioner the Woods, Clearbrook-Gonvick. Harbott. River Falls sophomore Isaac Boys Varsity Floden reclaimed the top Mauch and senior Jonah n Top 5 - 1. Jonathan Krueger, District 3 spot Thursday, Sept. 17, after Kalsnes finished within one East Grand Forks 17:10.7; 2. Tyson beating Harbott by 10 sec- placement spot of the other Mahar, East Grand Forks 17:20.5; 3. Tristan Anderson, Roseau 18:22.6; 4. Marshall Co. onds. for the fourth consecutive Boysen Olson, Bagley/Fosston Running in Bagley Tues- race. Tuesday, Mauch fin- 18:31.7; 5. Sean O'Connor, Roseau day, it was Harbott’s turn ished sixth with a time of 18:35.7. Working together again. Harbott and Floden 19:00 and Kalsnes eight sec- n TRF places - 6. Isaac Mauch 19:00; 7. Jonah Kalsnes 19:08; 12. we can make our ran in the same group this onds later in seventh place. William MacLean 19:42; 30. Zachary time, with Harbott passing Rounding out the varsity Wikert 21:01; 43. Ethan Lunsetter communities better Floden late in the race to finishers for the Prowlers 22:31; 55. Paul Koppenhaver 23:35. places to live and take home championship were William MacLean in n Team scores - 1. East Grand Forks 44; 2. Roseau 75; 3. Warroad prosper. honors with a time of 21:33.5. 12th, Zachary Wikert in 82; 4. Thief River Falls 90; 5. Bagley Floden finished second, six 30th, Ethan Lunsetter in Fosston 106; 6. Ada-Borup/Norman Paid for by Ben Kleinwachter Dru Harbott seconds behind Harbott. 43rd and Paul Koppenhaver County West 159; 7. Lake of the 22160 420th St. NW, Ford, who has appeared in in 55th place. Woods 175; 8. Red Lake County Strandquist, MN 56758 the same race as Harbott and The East Grand Forks 22:47; Incomplete - Fisher, West The top spot in northwest Marshall, International Falls. Floden on three occasions, tandem of Tyson Mahar and Girls JV GENERAL ELECTION TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 3, 2020 Minnesota girls varsity cross finished three seconds be- Jonathan Krueger continued n Winner - Avianna Heppner, country races has been Warroad 16:24.3. hind Floden in third place. their dominance atop the n MAIL BALLOT ARRIVES IN EARLY OCTOBER shared by three different Floden and her East boys standings. Krueger won TRF places - N/A. runners through the first five Boys JV Grand Forks teammates won his third race of the season n Winner - Jonah Vandervort, races of the 2020 season. the girls’ competition with 31 and Mahar, who has two race East Grand Forks 13:01.9. East Grand Forks sopho- points. The Green Wave had wins of his own, finished sec- n TRF places - 34. Noah Burkel PUBLIC NOTICE more Lydia Floden was the four top-seven finishes and ond as the Green Wave held 17:30. first to claim a race win, fin- Girls Junior High all five scorers finished in the down the top spot with 44 n Winner - Livia Harbott Thief TO OUR CUSTOMERS: ishing first in Thief River top-11. points. River Falls 15:00.5.; 2. Annie Peter- Falls on Sept. 3. Results son, West Marshall 15:00.6. Thief River Falls finished n Thief River Falls sopho- seventh with 153 points. Girls Varsity TRF places - 1. Livia Harbott GULLY STORE EQUIPMENT more Dru Harbott claimed n Top 5 - 1. Dru Harbott, Thief 15:00; 16. Macey Baltes 17:04; 37. Other individual finishes for River Falls 21:33.5; 2. Lydia Floden, Audrey Schmidt 21:26. her first win of the season a East Grand Forks 21:39.8; 3. Ryan Boys Junior High SALE TUESDAY SEPT. 22...9 Ford, International Falls 21:42.8; 4. n Winner - Gunnar Lund, Lelia Johnson, Roseau 22:06.2; 5. Roseau, 13:28.7. 8 A.M. SHARP! Sand kubb tournament Marin Garrett, East Grand Forks n TRF places - 28. Briley Olson- 22:26.9. awski 16:19; 32. Lincoln Davis SELLING HARDWARE STORE & LUMBER YARD n TRF places - 1. Dru Harbott 16:32; 35. Hudson Brouse 16:53; 65. EQUIPMENT, CHOP SAW, TABLE SAW, TRUCKS, to be held Saturday at 21:33; 30. Ruby Geiser; 39. Kelsey Cole Johnson 22:19; 66. Jack Krein Baltes 27:58; 47. Elaina Ballard 22:37. TRAILERS, HYDRAULIC HOSE MACHINES, PAINT 29:09; 48. Sophia Eidsmoe 29:27. SHAKERS, TINTERS, KEY MACHINES, PALLET Sundance Lounge JACK, ROUND NAIL BINS, HARDWARE BINS, OFFICE DESKS, FILES AND MORE. The first kubb tournament safe. This tournament will be SIGNS FOR SALE ALL ITEMS WILL BE PRICED ... to be played in Pennington the first one we have played ALL ITEMS WILL BE PRICED ... County since the start of the in Pennington County since P OSTED NONO NEGOTIATIONS NEGOTIATIONS NEEDED. NEEDED. COVID-19 pandemic will be the pandemic began.” NO HUNTING or IF IT DOESN’T SELL THIS WEEK WE WILL held Saturday, Sept. 26 at The playing surface is IF IT DOESN’T SELL THIS WEEK WE WILL Sundance Lounge. Competi- sand for the one-on-one tour- TRESPASSING LOWERLOWER THE THE PRICE AGAIN NEXT NEXT WEEK. WEEK. tion begins at 11 a.m. nament, which will utilize SIGNED______SAMESAME PRICE PRICE FOR FOR EVERYONE.EVERYONE. NO HAGGLING. HAGGLING. “It’s been a tough year for U.S. National Rules. Entry is (Note:(Note: If 2 If or 2 ormore more buyers buyers are are interested, it itwill will be be sold sold all of us,” said organizer limited to 12 players, with an to tothe the highest highest bidder. bidder. MustMust be be present.) present.) Ryan Kolden. “The national entry fee of $25 per player. FLUORESCENT SIGNS championship was canceled, The top four finishers will re- • NO HUNTING 1ST COME 1ST SERVED! the world championship in ceive brand new kubb sets. WITHOUT PERMISSION Sweden was canceled. TRF Sponsors include Sundance • POSTED NO HUNTING 21 Main summer tournament was Lounge, DB Kubb and Ryan OR TRESPASSING canceled. We are all trying to Kolden Flooring. Gully, MN keep our families and friends 35¢ EACH 12 FOR $4.00 218-268-4177 TRF SPORTS 25 FOR $8.00 Tuesday, Sept. 29 n Cross Country - TRF at East n Tennis - LHS Girls vs. Crook- Grand Forks 9 a.m. *Terms: Cash or Credit Card. Items need to be paid in ston 4:30 p.m. n Tennis - LHS Girls vs. East 324 Main Avenue North full. Pick up items when the store is finished using it or as Grand Forks 4:30 p.m. n Swimming - LHS Girls vs. Fos- Thief River Falls, MN ready. All sales final. Subject to prior sale. No reservations. ston/Bagley 5:30 p.m. n Swimming - LHS Girls vs. (218) 681-4450 Thursday, Oct. 1 Crookston 5:30 p.m. Contact Bob Maloney @ 920 621-2771.

A safe economic boost for Minnesota

Enbridge’s Line 3 Replacement Project will create thousands It will bring extra county tax revenue for many years to come. of family-supporting jobs. And it will mean a secure and steady supply of North American oil that fuels Minnesotans’ quality of life. This project is a $2.6 billion private investment in the state of Minnesota—an economic boost for local communities We’re focused on safety. And we’re ready to get to work. during construction. Learn more at enbridge.com/Line3US. Tribal communities will benefit directly from $100 million in Tribal-affiliated work opportunities—including training, contracting, procurement and hiring from Tribes. Page 8 NORTHERN WATCH Saturday, September 26, 2020

HomeFall Garden Protect your plants& from winter weather For the majority of gar- from year to year. have. Cool-climate annuals out for pests. If organic dead foliage should be re- dark, cool place that main- dening enthusiasts, garden- Timing is of the essence should be covered with poly- mulch has decomposed or moved after the bulbs have tains temperatures above ing is a warm weather when winterizing a garden. spun garden fabric when thinned out, replace it with been dug up, and the bulbs freezing. activity. While some people The online gardening re- light frost is in the forecast. a new layer. should be allowed to dry out Winterizing may mark live in climates that make it source Get Busy Garden- In addition, Better Homes Get Busy Gardening!TM a little before being stored. the end of gardening sea- possible to enjoy gardening ing!TM advises gardeners and Gardens recommends notes that the bulbs of ten- Container gardeners can son, but it's an important year-round, those who don't that the best time to winter- pulling dead annuals and der plants like dahlias and overwinter their tender task that can ensure a often lament the end of the ize is after the first hard adding them to a compost tuberous begonias can be bulbs in their pots inside, healthy, beautiful garden gardening season. freeze in the fall. A hard pile after a killing frost. Any dug up and overwintered in but be sure to remove their next spring, summer and Winter might not be con- freeze occurs when temper- annuals that developed fun- their dormant state. All foliage and store them in a fall. ducive to gardening, but the atures dip below freezing gal disease should be dis- arrival of cold weather does overnight. When that oc- carded. Mulch annual beds not necessarily mean a gar- curs, annual plants and with a three- to four-inch Autumn is a prime time dener's work is done until vegetables are killed off and layer of chopped leaves or the following spring. Taking perennial plants, which similar materials, spread- steps to protect plants from grow back year after year, ing the mulch only two to tend lawns and gardens winter weather is an impor- begin going dormant. inches thick over self-sown tant part of maintaining a Better Homes and Gar- seeds you want to germi- Autumn is gardening way, when planning spots to indoor gardens. Other- healthy garden that thrives dens notes that perennials nate in the spring. season. That statement for spring bulbs or other wise, strip all leaves and are the easiest plants to Warm-climate annuals may not seem right to those spring layouts for next year, freeze for storage during OKLEE prepare for winter, as they also should be covered with who think of the spring as perennials won't be over- winter. require just a little cutting polyspun garden fabric the peak time to care for looked or covered over. · Consider mums. back and mulching to be when light frost is expected. lawns and gardens. How- · Prune shrubs. Look at Chrysanthemum plants are LUMBER, INC safe from cold weather. But Seeds of cold-hardy annuals ever, autumn is an ideal shrubs and trees and cut perennials. While they look no two perennials are alike, can be planted for extended time to get into the garden out dead or diseased wood. beautiful in pots, if planted, so homeowners should con- winter bloom, while garden- and ensure that flowers, · Clean up borders. Weed maintained and winterized, sult their local gardening ers also can collect seeds of trees and garden beds will and tidy up borders and they can bloom every fall. center for advice on how to warm-weather plants that over-winter successfully. lawn edging. · Fertilize the lawn. Fer- prepare their particular will breed true to type. Even A number of things make · Install pavers or rock tilizing in autumn helps en- perennials for the coming though you're winterizing, autumn a prime gardening wall. Embrace the cooler sure grass will stay healthy months. Better Homes and Gardens season. The cooler days of temperatures to work on throughout the winter. The steps necessary to recommends that gardeners fall enable gardeners to labor-intensive projects, · Add mulch and compost winterize annuals depends continue to weed and water spend ample time outdoors such as putting in a garden to the garden. Replenish on which type of annuals, their plant beds and plants without the threat of blaz- bed, retaining wall or walk- spent soil with mulch and cool- or warm-climate, you while also keeping an eye ing heat. In addition, soil way. compost so garden beds will Complete Line Of harbors a lot of residual · Remove spent summer be revitalized for spring warmth in autumn. Also, veggies. Take out vegetable planting. Building Materials the colder temperatures garden plants that have al- · Prune hedges. Tidy up haven't yet arrived in au- ready bloomed and borne hedges, as they won't be Olson Gravel, Inc. tumn, nor have the leaves fruit. Tidy up vegetable gar- growing much more this completely fallen, making dens and start to sow cooler year. Excavating & Concrete fall a prime time to assess weather plants, such as · Clean and store equip- what's already in the land- onions, garlic, beans, and ment. Clean, sharpen and 218-268-4765 scape, what needs pruning sweet peas. oil all equipment, storing Dependable service & quality products back and where to address · Rake and compost. lawn and garden tools prop- PH: 218-796-5131 Same day delivery available In business planting for next year. Rake the leaves and gather erly so they are ready for Basement & septic installation since 1974 Gardening enthusiasts grass clippings to add to the spring and not lying out all 877-796-5131 We deliver anywhere! can focus their attention on compost pile. winter. these areas this fall. · Plant spring bulbs. Get Autumn may not seem 301 Lambert Street, •Wash •Beach Sand •Class 5 Mod •River Rock · Pamper perennials. As tulips and other spring like gardening season, but •Peat •Black Dirt •Road Gravel •Rip Rap annuals and perennials bulbs ready for planting so there are plenty of lawn Oklee, MN 56742 Service with Front Discharge Trucks start to fall back, mark the they'll burst with color next and garden tasks to tend to Excellent Prices On Concrete spots where perennials are year. during this time of year. www.okleelumber.com located so they can be easily · Dig up herbs. Relocate 4000 PSI Redi-Mix for $115 per yard identified later on. This herbs like parsley or basil THREETHREE REALREAL ESTATEESTATE LENDERSLENDERS TOTO SERVESERVE YOU!YOU!

Beth Nelson Rick Reierson Becky Peterson Real Estate Loan Officer Vice President Real Estate Loan Officer 218-683-7662 218-683-7625 218-683-7631 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] NoNo Delays!Delays! GetGet Pre-ApprovedPre-Approved Today!Today! Your Home Owned Independent Bank

www.nsbtrf.com Saturday, September 26, 2020 NORTHERN WATCH Page 9

Types of home insulation Understanding R-Values Insulation recommendations are based on rial being used. The higher the R-value, and where to install them certain factors that coordinate with re- the more resistant to heat the product is. When thinking about cient. In fact, the ENERGY larly shaped areas. Since it gional climate zones to increase energy ef- The U.S. Department of Energy coordi- renovating their homes, STAR program overseen by requires special equipment, ficiency. These factors are known as nates R-value to climate zones 1 through homeowners may imagine the U.S. Environmental this is a job best left to pro- R-values. The R in R-value stands for "re- 7 (1: Tip of Florida; 7: Canadian border). changing wall colors, ex- Protection Agency says fessionals. sistance," and refers to how certain prod- A higher R-value is needed in Zone 7 and panding room sizes or up- homeowners stand to save Sprayed foam ucts resist the flow of heat through walls, a lower R-value is necessary in Zone 1. grading appliances and an average of 15 percent on Sprayed foam is just as floors and ceilings. Products should re- Those embarking on home improvement fixtures. However, unless heating and cooling costs by the name implies, a foam duce heat escape so heat is kept on the projects that involve choosing between R- people take inventory of the adding proper insulation. made from polyurethane, right side of the wall. In summer this values are urged to speak with a profes- less glamourous compo- To do so, homeowners can polyisocyanurate, cementi- means outdoors, in winter it means in- sional or to visit the Department of nents of the home, such as take a crash course in home tious, or other materials structure, plumbing, heat- insulation and find the that are applied by a spray doors. R-values relate not only to insula- Energy website (www.energy.gov) to de- ing and cooling, and insula- products that fit their container. DIYers who need tion, but also to walls, windows and other termine which R-Value is ideal for their tion, other improvements needs. only small applications can barriers. R-values also coordinate to the homes. may be for naught. Blanket batts and rolls use canned products . Large type, thickness and density of the mate- A home insulation proj- Blanket batts and rolls quantities are pressure- ect certainly doesn't offer typically are constructed sprayed by professionals. the wow factor of a kitchen with fiberglass, so proper Foam board/rigid remodel, but insulation safety gear, such as a mask foam panels An ideal time to address mold serves a vital function in and gloves, is needed when Ideal for unfinished Basements may not be son is allergic to mold or homeowners effectively re- the house that helps keep handling them. Installing walls, such as basement or go-to hangouts during not. Even people who are duce the risk of mold people comfortable and re- this type of insulation is rel- foundation walls, floors and spring, summer and fall, merely sensitive to mold growth in their basements. duces energy consumption. atively easy since the mate- ceilings, these are boards of when many homeowners can experience sneezing WebMD advises homeown- Insulation is typically rials are designed to fit the polyurethane or poly- spend more time on their and runny nose, and some ers keep indoor humidity placed in areas where air standard width between styrene. Foam boards tend patios and decks enjoying may even develop red eyes levels, which can be meas- escapes, such as between studs, rafters and floor to reduce energy consump- the great outdoors. But as and skin rash if exposed to ured with an inexpensive the stud cavities inside the joists. tion more effectively than winter approaches and the mold. Reactions are much instrument known as a hy- walls and in the attic, and Loose fill other types of insulation. great outdoors becomes less more severe for people with grometer, below 60 percent. serves to slow and reduce Loose fill is usually made Homeowners considering welcoming, basements once mold allergies, who may ex- In lieu of wall-to-wall car- heat transfer. of fiberglass or cellulose (re- upgrading their insulation again become popular perience shortness of peting in basements, install The U.S. Department of cycled paper fiber). It is or amending existing insu- places to relax and spend breath or suffer from concrete floors and area Energy says between 50 blown or sprayed into place lation should do their time with loved ones. That's asthma attacks if exposed rugs to make mold growth and 70 percent of the en- with pneumatic equipment, homework on the type of in- why fall is such an ideal to mold. Molds require less likely. Basement floors ergy used in homes is for according to The Home sulation that will be most time to address mold issues moisture to grow, and base- also should be routinely in- heating and cooling. By im- Depot. Loose fill can be effective for their homes. in a basement. According to ments may provide ideal spected for leaks, as leaks proving home insulation, ideal for hard-to-reach WebMD, exposure to mold growing conditions for can promote mold growth. homeowners can make areas in attics or inside can irritate a person's eyes, mold. Mold spores cannot Address leaks promptly if their homes more comfort- wall cavities. It's good for nose, throat, and lungs. grow without moisture, so any are found. able, consistent and effi- adding insulation to irregu- That's true whether a per- dehumidifiers can help

ing Stamps Self-Ink B & K Stumpgrinding LLC and Other Tree Services Available at The Times Locally Owned, Operated and Insured Well Sealing SERVICES INCLUDE: Pump Service & Repair • Address • Dater/Number Newfolden • Tree Trimming New Well Construction • Notary • Signature • Stump Removal • Skid Steer Service MN, 56738 Available 24/7 Logo Stamps • Full or Partial Tree Removal • Dirt Work • Bucket Boom Truck • Snow Removal 218-686-8436 Call The Times Thief River Falls, MN 218-874-2112 (218) 681-4450 (218) 686-1853 Call Brian for Free Estimates [email protected]

Angie Westling – Broker (218) 689-6392 For Appointments Call: 216 Crocker Ave N, Thief River Falls Gail Oyster – Sales (218) 681-5495 $129,900 Jennifer Nelson – Sales (218) 689-2550 (218) 681-4087 4 bedrooms, 1-1/4 baths, semi open concept living/kitchen, and a Nicole Peterson – Sales (218) 689-3508 www.trfrealty.com picturesque sunroom that could double as a dining room! The kitchen appliances are recently updated, along with the main floor bathroom, and Sarah Jacobson – Sales (218) 686-6417 601 Main Ave. N. the shingles are being replaced in October. This charming stucco home Shelly Guzek – Sales (218) 686-5827 Thief River Falls could be all yours. Trisha Champ – Sales (218) 686-5227 915 LaBree Ave N, Thief River Falls 212 W Park Ave, Warren $61,500 00 Old World Charmer. This early 1900s home has had many Vintage home that is ready for it's new owner. This home has some unique 138,0 upgrades and updates through the years and is ready for a new qualities that you are sure to fall in love with. Tall ceilings, informal dining room $ family to call it HOME. The house sits on an oversized lot, has 3 and three season porch to enjoy. bedrooms, 2 bathrooms plus a bonus shower in the basement. The AC unit and natural gas furnace are both new in the last 6 years and the detached double car garage was just finished this year. 00 424 10th St W, Thief River Falls The original hardwood flooring has been redone on most of the $65,0 main level and new flooring has been added in the kitchen and side LARGE lot in TRF - current home needs a lot of love, or tear it down and put up entryway. Come and see this special property today and make it the home of your dreams! This lot is HUGE and has a lot of possibilities! your very own! 407 4th St SW, Red Lake Falls $159,898 15377 Connie St, Thief River Falls $75,900 Are you looking for a home with lots of space? A beautiful HUGE 3 bedrooms, 1 bath, spacious living, dining kitchen. Huge yard garage? A shed with electricity? A gorgeous lot with trees and lots - half an acre - 2 stall garage. New wall furnace and of green space? Then this is the property for you! Located near the water heater in January. All just a minute south of TRF. This school in Red Lake Falls, this 5-6 bedroom home has 3 living manufactured home is listed well below appraised value and spaces, 3 bathrooms, nice kitchen and dining room area, and a ready for a new owner. Take a look today as it may be sold garage that would make you drool! tomorrow! 110 Spangrud St, Karlstad 418 Conley Ave S, Thief River Falls 0 00 79,90 Beautiful home located in Karlstad. This home is all one level with 79,9 Great home at a great price! Come check out this charming 3 $1 an attached oversized garage. There are 4 bedrooms and two $ bed, 1b ath, single stall attached garage with fully fenced in baths. Hydronic floor heat and forced air. back yard. New plumbing February 2018. Perfect starter home. Schedule your private showing today. 407 Toupin St, Oklee The only thing to do here is move in. Completely redone 2 bed 2 $179,900 bath rambler. The attached two+ stall garage is currently being 803 Main St S, Karlstad $84,000 used as an entertaining space, but could be converted back to A charming two bedroom bungalow that is low maintenance and move-in ready. This garage. You will absolutely adore the 4 season sitting room off the home is perfect for those looking to downsize or younger couples looking for a trouble back overlooking the yard. The open concept living/kitchen/dining free starter home. The home has new flooring and fresh paint throughout. The kitchen lends itself well to gatherings and easy living. The master suite is features new cabinets, counter tops and a newer fridge, new range and dishwasher. A sure to please and a rare find in this price range. Come check out cozy breakfast bar opens up into the living room which surprises with an artful glass all this gorgeous home has to offer. fireplace which would be a great companion on wintry nights. The bathroom features a new tub, toilet, and vanity with a high glass block window to allow plenty of natural light. 690 N Montana St, Warren Step outside onto the wrap around deck with South and East facing views for a morning 00 Gorgeous newly constructed home located in Warren. This home coffee or invite friends over for an afternoon barbecue. 89,9 features an open floor plan with an en suite, two additional bed- $1 rooms and a full bath. The kitchen has beautiful cabinetry with soft 604 N 6th St, Warren close drawers and a center island along with stainless steel appli- 0 ances. There is a patio door off the dining room where you can add 9,00 Ready to move to the lovely city of Warren? This home is walking $8 distance to the public pool, park and walking trails. The plumbing a deck or patio for a place to have that morning coffee. Perfect one has been updated along with a new furnace. The main floor bath level home and ready to move right in. has a newer walk in tub. There are also some newer windows. Call the post office and move right in. 237 Markley Ave N, Thief River Falls $199,000 Looking for that perfect home with river access? This property has 204 W 2nd St, Argyle $89,900 it all! 3-4 bedrooms, BEAUTIFUL master suite, 2 stall garage and Cozy two bedroom, one bath home with newer energy the most amazing back yard that leads you to the deck that you efficient furnace and central air. Large detached garage with walk down to the river. Updated electric, new furnace in 2019, water heater has new elements since 2019, basement was insulated in covered patio for entertaining even when it is raining. 2019 - not much for you to do,but move in and enjoy! 14742 158th St NE, Thief River Falls ,500 206 Guinan Ave S, Goodridge $95 Here we have a sizable 3 bed 2 bath manufactured home on pillars, ,900 Oh, give me a home, where the wildlife roam... sprawling 1 acre only a 20 minute drive from the HWY 32 and 8th street gas station $219 yard on the edge of town is perfect for a staycation during the pan- in TRF. There are two living rooms, one with a beautiful fireplace. demic! Three bedroom home with a detached 24x36 garage and Both are open to the kitchen which makes this house prefect for hot tub room. Spacious updated kitchen is open to the dining area entertaining. You'll spend many summer nights out on the huge and living room where you can cozy up to your gas fireplace as you private back deck. The 26x34 insulated garage will have you watch out the windows at the deer strolling past. tinkering on projects year round. Don't miss out on this special property! 11070 140th Ave NW, Thief River Falls $239,000 Tranquility is the best word to describe this gorgeous Log home 610 Chicago Ave SW, Red Lake Falls $111,900 that is just minutes from Thief River Falls. Built in 2004 this log Endless possibilities for family summertime fun in this larger home has been very well maintained. The stairs were hand crafted yard... Home has 6 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, some newer with extra log and pillars for added contrast. The walk out basement has drain tile weaved through out the floor. Other features are the interior doors/hardware, several newer windows, and mostly solid Maple doors that blend in perfectly to all of the natural logs. newer bathroom fixtures. Two car garage is insulated and Enjoy the beautiful wrap around deck or on those cooler evenings sheeted. Great location in RLF near pool and schools. you can cozy up to the free standing gas fireplace. Create those memories and enjoy yourself! 486 Angus Ave, Stephen 43995 Moose River Rd NW, Grygla 00 One level home on three lots in Stephen. This home would make 9,0 0 Beautiful country home with so much to offer. This home was once $11 a perfect home for someone who is downsizing or starting out. ,00 75 a working farm with 155 acres, a barn, pole barn and several other There is an awesome two stall garage that has in floor heat, 1/2 $2 sheds. It is now a beautiful farm with a gorgeous yard. Pasture in bath and an office. You can enjoy your morning cup of coffee on those cows or simply enjoy the peace and quiet on your deck as one of the two spacious decks. This home is ready to move in. you watch the wildlife. 619 Knight Ave N, Thief River Falls $124,900 There is so much to love about this affordable and spacious home. The 14 Hill River Est, Brooks $327,000 Enjoy the open concept living in this impeccable home built on Hill River hardwood flooring will immediately catch your eye in the living room and dining Estates in Brooks. This beautiful home features 3/4 inch Acacia hardwood room as you make your way to the kitchen. In the kitchen you will find a walk- floors and Solid Core Knotty Alder doors. The kitchen is a dream. It features in pantry, gas stove, plenty of cabinet space, and a white sink with farmhouse granite countertops, soft close drawers and a double oven w/ gas range. On vibes! From there, a main floor bathroom and laundry next to a huge family the main floor you will also find the master suite and three bedrooms. If you room. A little imagination could convert the space into a lovely main floor master enjoy wildlife or just simply want some quiet time outdoors-you can sip a cup of coffee on this gorgeous 15 x 62 foot covered deck. This home was built suite. There are three bedrooms and a bathroom situated nicely upstairs. Don't with ICF concrete walls and has Rigid Stack Diamond Kote Smart siding. delay, this one won't last long! The garage is also insulated.

,000 442 7th St, Stephen ,500 10288 200th St NW, Thief River Falls 127 This cute early 1900s home has so much to offer. Stylish updates have been $363 Your own private piece of paradise. 6 bedrooms 3 baths, huge foyer, two done throughout the home and give it that "welcome" home kind of feel. There separate gathering spaces, and the perfect front porch. The level of care and is a bedroom and bath on the main floor and two larger bedrooms upstairs with pride of ownership really shows throughout. This property boasts all you need the possibility of utilizing two additional rooms for bedrooms or office space. Call for a hobby farm or horse ranch. 20 acres are being sold with the house with an option to add another 20. If you’ve been waiting for your chance to live us today so we can show you this home! the country life, this is it. Truly a one of a kind property. Page 10 NORTHERN WATCH Saturday, September 26, 2020 Options abound when ONLY CER Call TIFIED shopping for home siding FIRM IN NW Home improvement proj- Wood siding FIGHT BACK!Today! MINN ects run the gamut from Homeowners have many ESO TA minor repairs to complete choices if they prefer wood FIGHT BACK! overhauls. Replacing exte- siding on their homes. FIGHTFIGHTFIGHHT BACK!BACK!B ACCK! rior siding is one of the most Cedar, cypress, fir, pine, and FIGHT BACK! significant home improve- spruce are just a handful of KILLFIGHT MOLD, BACTERIA BACK! & VIRUSES. ment projects homeowners the many wood siding op- can undertake. Such a proj- tions homeowners can ect can give homes a com- choose from. HomeAdvisor REDUCE ALLERGENS & DUST WITH pletely new look, which is notes that cedar shingle sid- why choice of siding is such ing offers a natural look that AN iWAVE AIR PURIFIER! an important decision. blends well in wooded and Homeowners have many waterfront landscapes. siding options to choose Wood clapboard siding is an- CONTACT US TO ODAY from, and the following other popular option, guide can help them make though it tends to require TO LEARN MORE! the best choice for their more maintenance than homes. cedar shingle siding. Home- Open For Regular Business Hours Vinyl siding owners who want wood sid- 218-681-1903 Vinyl siding is easily ing should discuss their Call us for all your carpet cleaning, maintained and among the options with an experienced more budget-friendly siding siding professional, as many upholstery and wet basements! options. According to the factors, including the choice home improvement resource of wood, must be considered Check out our website at HomeAdvisor, vinyl siding is before making a final deci- www.steamagictrf.com made from a PVC plastic sion. SteaMagic that does not rot or flake. Stone and PROMPT of Thief River Falls Siding professionals note stone-veneer siding that the technology used to Many homeowners fall in PROFESSIONAL create vinyl siding has love with the natural appeal SERVICE (218) 681-2319 changed considerably in re- of stone, but the price tag, cent years, making this op- which tends to be costly, tion more diverse than may not be as awe-inspir- Trusted & Reliable traditional vinyl siding. So ing. HGTV notes that stone homeowners turned off by can be difficult to add to an Oil & Propane Delivery the potentially plastic look existing home, and doing so of vinyl siding might be sur- may drive the price up even prised at how different mod- further. Stone siding is We bring the Your Local ern vinyl siding looks durable, and there are many heat with compared to the vinyl siding options, including solid unbeatable of yesteryear. stone and natural stone service and Paint & Fiber-cement siding cladding, that make this an value. The home improvement option capable of providing television network HGTV an array of looks. Stone-ve- Glass notes that fiber-cement sid- neer siding is less expensive ing has grown in popularity than natural stone and also Center among homeowners in re- comes in an array of styles. cent years. This material As is the case with wood, does not require much stone siding options are so maintenance and it's non- extensive that homeowners flammable and resistant to are urged to discuss each 24-hour service and support termites. HomeAdvisor one with a siding profes- notes that fiber-cement sid- sional before making their System sales, service and installation Come see the • In Stock Flooring possibilities for yourself! ing can create the look of decisions. Budgeting options to manage costs all year - Premium paints & stains. • Several LVT wood, stucco or masonry, These are just a handful - In-store design help & ideas. Choices making it a versatile option of the many siding options Call now for - Color samples & swatches. capable of creating various homeowners can choose pricing and - Full line of painting supplies. • More than 80 rolls looks. In addition, fiber-ce- from. Siding can give homes 218-681-3436 current offers! - Custom color matching service. of carpet in stock ment siding is known for its a competely new look, mak- durability, with some prod- ing choice of siding a signif- ucts coming with warranties icant decision worthy of Paint & Glass lasting as long as 50 years. careful consideration. Red Lake County Co-Op P How to remove mildew 1536 Main Ave N, Thief River Falls G I Interiors from your home's exterior Your Home Improvement Store Homeowners want their can clean mildew, algae and 324 Horace Ave. N. • Thief River Falls • (218) 681-3012 residences to look inviting dirt on and below the sur- inside and out. Part of keep- face. ing an attractive property Trisodium phosphate is involves addressing issues another effective cleanser. that can compromise not Commonly known as TSP, it only the appearance of a often succeeds where other home, but even its integrity. solutions fail in regard to People who live in regions stubborn stains and mildew. with high humidity may TSP also works well on var- find their homes are vulner- ious exterior surfaces. TSP Give able to exterior mildew needs to be used with ex- growth. Mildew is a kind of treme caution. When using mold. Molds include all TSP, wear long sleeves, Eliminate Carpet Yourself the species of microscopic fungi gloves, goggles, and a respi- that grow in the form of hy- ratory mask, says Today's phae, which are multicellu- Homeowner. The product Stains & Odors Gift lar filaments, according to also requires adequate ven- the Environmental Protec- tilation. There also are some OFFERING CLEANING & of Faster Sjoberg’s Internet tion Agency. Mold thrives on environmental concerns, as packages now include any organic matter and sur- TSP can damage foliage. In SANITIZING SERVICES Internet UNLIMITED DATA!! faces with moisture man- addition, if the product ends Prices start at $29.95/month agement problems. Mildew, up in lakes and streams, it Carpet & Furniture Cleaning Our prices are listed in particular, lives on can trigger an overgrowth of Killing Germs, Viruses & Bacteria on our website: • No Contracts shower walls, windowsills algae that results in the de- • Ask About Air Duct Cleaning www.mncable.net • No Hidden Prices or Fees and other places where pletion of oxygen levels in moisture levels are high. the water. Eco-conscious • Clean & Sanitize All Vents Mildew also can grow on homeowners may want to home siding as well as try oxy cleansers before Kilen’sKilen’s CustomCustom CleanersCleaners fences and other exterior TSP. structures. While typically Mildew shies away from Achieving Excellence, One Customer At A Time gray or white, mildew can bright sunlight, so it tends be various colors. to grow on the north side of Experts recommend vari- homes. Removing trees or (218) 681-3911 ous cleansers to help combat other foliage that can fur- the issue of mildew on a ther block sunlight to areas home. One of the first prod- of the house can help eradi- 315 Main Ave. N. • Thief River Falls ucts that homeowners tend cate mildew growth and Diedre Nordin Kate Anderson Mya Eidelbes Broker Sales Agent Sales Agent 800-828-8808 • 681-3044 • [email protected] to reach for is sodium stop it before it starts. An- 218-689-2870 218-688-1997 218-684-5241 hypochlorite, which is a other tactic is to clean out 201 Brooks Ave N. • Thief River Falls Office 218-681-7789 • www.nordinrealtytrf.com standard bleach used in gutters regularly and thor- laundry and pool sanitation. oughly to reduce moisture Fall is here & Winter is coming, but that While sodium hypochlorite and to prevent decomposing does not mean we can’t help you with your seems to make mildew van- debris from running over real estate needs. We love to help Sellers and Buyers make the transition out of and ish, those at This Old House the edge of the gutters. This say that chlorine evaporates runoff can drip down the into their homes a smooth and rewarding www.reedrealtymn.com 218-683-5263 experience. Call us --- We’ll walk you home! too quickly to get to home's siding and spread Whether you’re ready to sell, or just thinking about selling, mildew's roots on porous the mildew to other areas. 212 St. Paul Ave. N - TRF surfaces, such as wood or Mildew can be problem- River Bungalow - $179,500! Charming give us a call for a FREE market analysis of your property. home with 2 bedrooms, 1½ baths, loft, vinyl siding. Bleach also can atic any time of year. Clean sunroom, enclosed porch, garage, dock and stain clothing and damage up mildew when the fabulous sunsets! Call us today! Make your next move a little easier. BUY or SELL foliage around the house. weather cools down to through Reed Realty - TRF and use our Hydrogen peroxide, or oxy- spruce up the look of a 747 N Division St. – Warren gen bleach, is less volatile, home. Move-in-Ready - $117,500! Well-cared for enclosed trailer for FREE! will not affect foliage and Victorian-style home in Warren offers 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, a large kitchen, formal dining, single attached garage and a huge 114’x180’ lot! The value of mulched leaves Homeowners who don't ering up bare spots between 36304 180th St. NE - Goodridge Beautiful Home with Hunting Land - look forward to dusting off turf plants. Such spots typ- $367,500! Spacious 3,400 sq. ft. home, 5 their rakes each fall might ically provided openings for bedrooms, 3 baths, 2 gathering spaces, triple & be happy to learn that weed seeds to germinate double garages, 20 acres, deer stand, pond & food plot – a must visit! mulching fallen leaves with and ultimately infect lawns. a mower may be a healthier In fact, researchers found 404 Lincoln Ave. W -Karlstad and less labor intensive way that mulching leaves for New Price - $119,000! Nicely remodeled, to confront a yard covered just three years could pro- this home offers 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, a nice in leaves. For 20 years, tur- duce a nearly 100 percent master suite with walk-in closet, loads of storage, and a double garage, all on a corner lot! fgrass specialists at Michi- decrease in dandelion and gan State University crabgrass growth. Home- 19174 State Hwy 1 NW – Viking studied how lawns reacted owners with mulching Newly Listed - $267,500! Check out this to having ground up leaves mowers that also have bags country home on 58 acres, with 3 bedrooms, 2 Search ALL listed properties on Zillow, America’s #1 Real Estate left on the lawn and the re- can even help their gardens baths, 2 garages, a granary, shop, huge shed, steel bins, and a quick run into TRF or Warren. search engine, or Realtor.com, Trulia and Reedrealtymn.com, sults were overwhelmingly by alternating using the Wowza! then give us a call to schedule your private showings. positive. Researchers found mower with and without that tiny pieces of mulched the bag on once leaves begin Mike Cerny Owner/Sales (218) 686-5206 110 Gabbi Ct - TRF Wyatt Johnson Sales (218) 686-4357 leaves eventually sifted to fall. When mowing with New Price - $247,500! Beautiful – like new, Loren Lusignan Sales (218) 689-8451 down through the turf and the bag on, mulched leaves twin home with 2 beds, 2 baths, open concept Paulette Omdahl Sales (218) 686-9849 provided the lawn with es- can then be used as mulch design, double garage, patio, storage shed and Jerry Hoffman Sales (218) 686-0224 professionally landscaped yard! Rick Olberg Sales (612) 750-1134 sential nutrients. Mulched in landscape beds and veg- Samantha Lindgren Sales (218) 686-5645 leaves also served to control etable gardens. www.nordinrealtytrf.com future weed growth by cov- Saturday, September 26, 2020 NORTHERN WATCH Page 11 5 tips to prepare for window replacement

Winter is coming, and for where to start. These guide- the local municipality. Go to are often a decision that and disconnect window millions of people who re- lines can help the process the permit office and find only has to be made once or alarm systems. Plan for one side in areas of the country along. out the requirements. Some twice for the life of the to two days of installation, that see the mercury drop 1. Get several esti- window contractors will in- home. Invest in durable advises Andersen Windows • Free Estimates considerably between De- mates. Ask for recommen- clude securing permits in windows that will have and Doors. Keep pets and cember and March, that dations from neighbors or the cost of the project. After staying power. Consumer children away from work • Job Site Delivery means prioritizing staying other people in your area on the project is completed, an Reports offers unbiased re- areas. warm. Inefficient or aging which companies they used inspector will come by and views on various window Replacement windows Service housing materials may to install their replacement ensure the work was done brands and can help home- can be a smart investment. • Drafting Services compromise your ability to windows. When you inter- according to code. owners make sound deci- New windows can improve do just that. view the prospects, ask sev- 3. Change up the ap- sions. the look of a home, reduce Available Drafts from doors, poorly eral questions about how pearance. Look at the type 5. Prepare for installa- heating costs and can keep • Full Line of Building protected attics and base- they go about installing the of hardware you have tion. Clear pathways, re- interior spaces comfortable. ments and aging windows windows. Questions can in- around the home and other move window treatments Materials may force heating systems clude: fixtures. Choose windows to work extra hard to main- · How long will the proj- that have locks or latches • Two Cabinet tain interior temperatures. ect take? that can match those fea- Specialists on Staff Replacing old windows · Will I need to remain tures for continuity of style. can make a home quieter by home during the Think about choosing a dif- blocking out exterior noises. process? ferent style or frame color of Consumer Reports also · Do you discard of old de- the window, or a different notes that new windows are bris? type of window to improve Phone: 218-681-4447 often easier to clean and · What is the protocol for efficiency and function. maintain than older vari- installation during in- 4. Research top win- Fax: 218-681-4452 eties. clement weather? dow manufacturers. It's Many homeowners are 2. Research permits. tempting to purchase win- 1301 3rd St W. interested in replacing their Most home renovation proj- dows based on price alone, Thief River Falls, MN windows, but may not know ects need to be approved by but replacement windows WWW.BLDR.COM Laundry room renovations you'll love Does it seem like your space, as you can install a Include some flair hamper is always full and counter directly above the This utilitarian space the washing machine is units, saving room for other need not be boring or bereft running constantly? You items like drying racks. of design elements. Mirror Get a full range of commercial, residential and may not be imagining it. Figure out your room your home's style in the vehicle glass repair and replacement services at a great price. Laundry Butler for You, a needs laundry room, and include Windshield Repair & Replacement • Windows & Doors • Mirrors & Furniture wash, dry and fold service, A laundry room need not wall hangings, plants, ac- Insulated & Tempered Glass • Shower Doors & Bath Enclosures says the average household be limited to laundry only. cent items, and even task • Glass Etching • Commercial Alminum Doors & Story Fronts washes 50 pounds of laun- Many homeowners make lighting. Play up certain dry a week and 6,000 arti- large laundry rooms catch- features with a bold floor Call Us Today for a FREE Estimate! cles of clothing every year. all spaces that can serve as tile or brightly colored 418 Atlantic Ave N. Thief River Falls, MN 56701 Families with children at utility or mud rooms, walls. 681-1333 or 1-800-261-1333 home are doing laundry pantry overflows, or off-sea- most often, and those with son storage areas. Consider pets may find there is the functions you want the ample laundry to wash as room to serve and include Your Locally Owned, well. those ideas in your designs. Rental Store Has The RIGHT TOOLS FOR THE JOB With so much laundry Add some natural light being generated, homeown- If possible, include a win- ers may want to consider dow in your laundry room. LAWN & GARDEN CONTRACTORS/BUILDERS CEMENT TOOLS PLUMBING PARTY paying extra attention to Natural light can help the space in the house make the room more enjoy- • Tillers • Sod Cutters • Scaffolding • Diamond & Abrasive Blades • Pumps: Gas & Electric • Canopy Tents • Chairs where their clothing is able. It also can help you • Brush Cutters • Trenchers • Masonry Drills • 120’ Sewer Auger • Tables • Porta-Potties being cleansed. Laundry identify stains on clothes • Lawn Aerators • Transits • Cement Mixers • 50’ Sewer Augers • Coffee Pots room renovations may not that need to be addressed • Post Hole Diggers • Jack • Power Screed • Pipe Threaders • Popcorn Popper • Power Rakes Hammers • Vibrators • Pipe • Helium Tanks top homeowners' priority and make it easier to fold • Lawn Vacuums • Kid’s Bouncy House lists, but it may be time to matching items like socks. • Sheetrock Lifts • Bull Floats Benders • Stump • Chipping Hammers • Trowels • Pipe give these rooms another Think about a utility Grinders • Compacters • Saws Wrenches look. sink • Air Staplers & Nailers • Water Ram Assess your equipment Many washing machines • Closet Augers If your appliances are drain out directly to waste aging, a laundry room ren- pipes in the floor or wall, ovation can start with an but you also can opt to have 118 Main Ave. N. investment in new appli- them empty into a utility Thief River Falls, MN ances. New models have sink. This sink also pro- large capacity loads, tend to vides a convenient place to (218) 681-5862 be energy-efficient and handwash items, clean could have innovative fea- tools or paintbrushes, or Store Hours: tures that help fit with your store items that perhaps 8:00 am - 5:30 pm Mon - Fri laundry lifestyle. Purchas- you do not want to bring ACE ing front-loading models into a bathroom or kitchen 8:00 am - 4:00 pm Sat also can free up design sink. RENTAL

Fall hours through October: Monday - Saturday • 9:00am-5:00pm • Closed Sunday Honker Flats Glad Fest is a wrap! Thanks to all who made it a successful show. Over 550 spikes and over 70 designs were exhibited.

Spectacular Fall Color Items! Cushion Mums & Maple Trees

COME FIND US AT THE 46th Annual • Middle Riverr,, Minnesota 46th Annual • Midd 020 2 VIEW OUR TREES, SHRUBS, “ PERENNIALS & PRODUCE Watermelon, muskmelon and squash are Masqueradq e in season!! “CCan’tMt Mask our PPride!” ” Dont go through another year without the Saturday, September 26 beautiful Fall color of the red maples. Page 12 NORTHERN WATCH Saturday, September 26, 2020

Large events are helping drive spread of virus/Continued a larger driver of what’s guidance for Halloween and cancel or limit the number of joining the festivities should Syndrome or MIS-C Halloween going on. other holiday celebrations. attendees. be considered. Dr. Ruth Lynfield, MDH She explained that with The general holiday gather- Second, the considera- Sixth, the behaviors of at- medical director, provided “considerations” each event there are multi- ing considerations are tions note that indoor gath- tendees prior to the gather- an update on MIS-C. ple cases and these people meant to supplement, not erings pose more of a risk ing should be considered, Twenty-five children in Min- announced have interactions with oth- replace, any state, local, ter- than outdoor gatherings. and whether they have been nesota have been diagnosed ers and cases spread. In past ritorial or tribal health and Third, they note that the observing social distancing, with this syndrome since by CDC meetings, they have de- safety laws, rules and regu- longer duration of the gath- wearing masks, washing May. This includes three in scribed it as a ripple effect. lations with which holiday erings the greater the risk. hands and other prevention May, 11 in June, two in July, Ehresmann said, “This gatherings must comply. Fourth, they note that the behaviors. five in August, and two thus (Continued from Page 1) incident points the need for These considerations more people involved the Seventh, the behaviors of far in September. Fortu- driver of increased spread, a layered approach in pro- should be applied to any hol- greater the risk. attendees during the gather- nately, none of these chil- Ehresmann said they are tection.” iday gathering: Fifth, the locations atten- ing should be taken into con- dren remain hospitalized concerning. They don’t ac- Halloween and First and foremost, the dees are traveling from sideration. People should and there have been no count for all of the cases, but Holidays CDC urges people to assess should be a consideration. wear masks covering deaths in Minnesota. when they look at secondary Wednesday, the Centers current COVID-19 levels in Higher levels of COVID-19 mouths and noses, observe Multisystem inflamma- and tertiary spread from for Disease Control and Pre- their community to deter- cases and community spread social distancing and wash tory syndrome in children these large events, they are vention (CDC) announced mine whether to postpone, in the location of someone hands. (MIS-C) is a rare condition Halloween specific guid- where different body parts ance was also issued. They can become inflamed, in- provided a list of lower, mod- cluding the heart, lungs, Mass testing events planned/Continued erate and high risk activi- kidneys, brain, skin, eyes, or ties. An example of a low gastrointestinal organs. It is (Continued from Page 1) • Understand what cluded, answers and test re- Team members will ask risk activity is carving or thought to be linked to surveys will be conducted caused COVID-19 to spread sults will not be included in each household to complete decorating pumpkins with COVID-19 infection. will be announced later. in certain areas. the final study. one survey. Each person in members of a household. An Of the children in Min- The survey is called a • Explore how COVID- Included in the tests are the household will be asked example of a moderate risk nesota who have had MIS-C, modified Community As- 19 transmission and infec- free COVID-19 testing. That for their permission to do a activity is participating in 88 percent had a positive sessment for Public Health tion rates differ among includes a nasal swab test blood and nasal swab test. one-way trick-or-treating test for COVID-19 or a posi- Emergency Response, or regions in Minnesota. and a serology test. The Anyone may refuse one or where individually wrapped tive antibody test. Others CASPER survey. The CDC • Identify the percentage serology or blood test identi- both of the tests. goodie bags are lined up for had known exposures. Sixty- developed CASPER as an of people infected with fies antibodies to COVID-19, Results families to grab and go while eight percent were previ- evidence-based tool to assess COVID-19 that have no which may indicate an indi- Individuals who test pos- continuing to social distance. ously healthy. They ranged community needs. They symptoms. vidual has already had the itive will be notified by a An example of a higher-risk in age of six months to 16 have been used before to col- • Improve health mes- virus. nurse, and then a MDH activity would including par- years. Seventy-six percent lect household information saging and help stop Survey teams will be COVID-19 response team ticipating in traditional were either Black or His- during public health emer- COVID-19 spread. wearing masks when first member will call to provide trick-or-treating where panic, which mirrors the na- gencies. No one is required to par- knocking on the door as well individuals who test positive treats are handed to chil- tional trend. Information learned from ticipate in the survey. Partic- as vests with name tags that and household members im- dren who go door to door. Time to work together the survey will help public ipation is voluntary, and identify them as members of portant information for re- More from these lists can Lynfield said this is a health workers, and others individuals can stop at any an MDH CASPER team. covery. It is important to be found on the CDC website time for all Minnesotans to who are part of the COVID- point during the survey. If Their vehicles will have answer the call. at www.cdc.gov and by work together and realize 19 response, make decisions they don't participate in all magnets on the side that The results of tests are searching for Halloween that the decisions people that best meet the needs of parts of the survey, the infor- say, "COVID-19 Survey not shared with anyone out- guidance. make have an impact on oth- each community affected by mation they do provide will Team." Over the month of side of the local public Ehresmann said these ers. “To make it through this COVID-19. Through the still be included in survey September, survey teams health department. It is not rules are not intended to pandemic, we need to work CASPER survey, they hope results unless they tell the will visit neighborhoods and shared with other govern- ruin anyone’s fun, but to together to lessen the impact to: survey staff they do not ring the doorbells of houses ment agencies, employers or keep them safe. The buzz on people. Each person who • Understand how want it included. If they tell to ask them to participate in health care providers. kill here is the virus. dies was someone who was COVID-19 has spread in the survey staff they do not a survey. Households will Multi-system loved, and contributed to the Minnesota communities. want their information in- not be notified in advance. Inflammatory community.” $180,000 awarded in MN Workforce Development scholarships Northland announced the tion of the state’s workforce. Health Care Services, Infor- Baudette - Tanner Nordlof, au- nursing; cian; 72 recipients of the Min- Their continued support is mation Technology, and tobody collision technology; Greenbush - Hanna Black, nurs- Roosevelt - Colton Olson, para- nesota Workforce Develop- much appreciated,” said Transportation continue to Brooks - Natalia Wahlen, nurs- ing; medic; ing; Gully - Haven Beckett, early Roseau - Kate Dahl, nursing; ment Scholarship. Northland President Dr. be high demand areas in the Clearbrook - Jackie Lynn Taflin, childhood and paraprofessional; Dale Grindahl Jr., autobody colli- Scholarships totaling Dennis Bona. “We are ex- state and in our region, and nursing; Hawley - Nick Zingraf, aviation sion technology; Alexandra Jacob- $180,000 for the 2020-2021 cited to be able to award a Northland offers programs Crookston - Kaylee Bergquist, maintenance technology; son, radiologic technology; school year will be awarded large number of these schol- in each of these areas. Hav- radiologic technology; Kennedy Karlstad - Jada Klegstad, nurs- Rosemount - Dammuel Davis, in this initiative. arships to area students. ing a $2,500 scholarship is a Brandner, nursing; Rylie Magsam, ing; Morgan Lindgren, nursing; aviation maintenance technology; Beginning in 2017, the The results should be a boon huge help to students and nursing; BreAnna Rinde, nursing; Salol - Tanner Miller, autobody Eagan - Cullen Grannes, avia- McIntosh - Clarissa Neste, radi- collision technology; Minnesota Legislature cre- for Minnesota’s workforce.” an incentive to complete tion maintenance technology; ologic technology; Carlie Sander, Strathcona - Colten Gust, au- ated the Minnesota Work- Since it’s conception in their program.” East Grand Forks - Colten physical therapy assistant; tomative service technology; force Development 2017, Northland has The Northland Commu- Holien, computer and network tech- Middle River - Abigail Wagner, Thief River Falls - Carter Beck, Scholarship allocating over awarded over $282,000 in nity and Technical College nology; Emma Jordet, nursing; radiologic technology; aviation maintenance technology; $1 million in funds to en- Workforce Development Foundation, whose mission Madison Lubinski, radiologic tech- Minnetonka - Justin Ott, avia- Anna Bohnenkamp, nursing; Casey courage Minnesota’s gradu- Scholarships to its students. is to enhance the educa- nology; MaKenna Onyambu, occu- tion maintenance technology; Goss, nursing; Miah Nelson, radio- pational therapy assistant; Sara Moorhead - Anna Korsmo, radi- logic technology; Courtney Piersol, ating seniors to enter “Before the pandemic, the tional experience of stu- Qualley, early childhood and para- ologic technology; physical therapy assistant; Tyler high-demand fields at one of State Legislature in Min- dents, offers scholarship professional; Maire Rosales, surgi- Newfolden - Tessa Anderson, Richards, autobody collision tech- Minnesota State’s colleges. nesota increased its funding opportunities semi-annually cal technology; Ryan Urness, nursing; Keylee Dahl, nursing; nology; The 2019 Legislative session this year for even more to current and incoming stu- electronics technology; Hailey Kylie Shetler, nursing; Trail - Tyler Hanson, animal sci- resulted in a supplementary scholarships to students en- dents. With the generous Vatnsdal, physical therapy assis- Oslo - Zoey Gordon, nursing; ence; $2 million earmarked for tering high-demand career support and investments tant; Kiley Viergutz, nursing; Plummer - Justin Nemec, auto- Tyler - Madison Witte, occupa- students for this school year. areas. This fall, we are dis- from individuals and local Erskine - Jaycee Knutson, occu- motive service technology; tional therapy assistant; pational therapy assistant; Dustin Princeton, Joshua Leiding, avi- Ulen - Danielle Rodewald, ani- To qualify for the scholar- tributing 72 scholarships to businesses, the Northland Osland, computer and network ation maintenance technology; mal science; ship, students must be en- students in qualifying pro- Foundation distributes over technology; Red Lake Falls - Olivia Bulger, Wannaska, Hannah Diesen, rolled in one of six grams at Northland,” said $150,000 annually in schol- Fertile - Karly Ostenberg, occu- occupational therapy assistant; nursing; high-demand career areas: Northland Foundation Exec- arships. pational therapy assistant; Heather Rickey Hackett-Ulrich, automotive Warren - Ashia Balzum, nurs- advanced manufacturing, utive Director Lars Dyrud, Congratulations to the Qualley, nursing; service technology; Logan Klipping, ing; Mackenzie Roller, nursing; agriculture, early childhood “The program has been suc- following Minnesota Work- Fisher - Kelby Clauson, para- radiologic technology; Shawna Lar- Warroad - Catherine Marty, an- medic; Myles Smith, welding; son, nursing; Shaylee Mugaas, imal science; education, health care serv- cessful so far in attracting force Development Scholar- Goodridge - Morgan Burns, an- nursing; Kendra Rondorf, small un- Waubun - Jacob Miller, nursing ices, transportation, or infor- students to these career ship recipients: imal science; Maloni Henrickson, manned aircraft systems techni- mation technology. fields and businesses that Ada - Destiny Eggen, occupa- “This initiative supported are in desperate need of tional therapy assistant; Krista by the Minnesota Legisla- qualified employees. Job Pruneda, nursing; Gretchen Vesledahl, occupational therapy as- Grants for wolf attack prevention ture highlights the giant im- openings in Advanced Man- sistant; pact that Minnesota State’s ufacturing, Agriculture, Battle Lake - Dillon Chris- New money is available to gible expenses for the grant • Other measures demon- colleges have on the educa- Early Childhood Education, tensen, paramedic; Minnesota livestock produc- program will include any or strated to effectively reduce ers to help prevent wolf at- all of the following items: wolf-livestock conflicts tacks. A total of $60,000 will • Purchase of guard ani- “Prevention of wolf at- be awarded by the Min- mals tacks is key to limiting live- nesota Department of Agri- • Veterinary costs for stock losses in the state,” culture through the guard animals said Assistant Agriculture Wolf-Livestock Conflict Pre- • Installation of wolf-bar- Commissioner Whitney vention Grants. Applications riers which may include Place. “We thank the U.S. are due Jan. 15, 2021. pens, fladry and fencing Fish and Wildlife Service for The grants provide reim- • Installation of wolf-de- this grant, and I encourage bursement for costs of ap- terring lights and alarms Minnesota farmers and proved practices to prevent • Calving or lambing ranchers to examine ways wolf-livestock conflicts. Eli- shelters they can decrease the chances of wolf attacks and apply for this funding.” Eligible producers must live within Minnesota’s wolf range, as designated by the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, or on property determined by the Commissioner of Agriculture to be affected by wolf-live- stock conflicts. Any animal species produced for profit and documented to have been killed by wolves in Minnesota in the past is eli- gible. This includes bison, cattle, chicken, deer, donkey, duck, geese, goat, horse, One-Way llama, mule, sheep, swine, and turkey. Fare The funding also requires a 50:50 matching cost-share, meaning half of eligible proj- ect costs will be reimbursed $84 by the grant and the remain- ing 50% will be paid for by the grantee. The grant application must be emailed or post- marked by 5 p.m. on Jan. 15, Now Serving Thief River Falls & Northern Minnesota 2021. Work for this grant must be done and expenses Two jet flights daily from Thief River Falls to Minneapolis with our 50 seat ERJ-145 aircraft. reported by Aug. 31, 2021. The application and more in- Interline agreement with United Airlines. formation can be found at www.mda.state.mn.us/wolf- grants. Fast ~ Reliable ~ Affordable This is the fourth round of funding through the Wolf- Contact us for schedule and fare information. Livestock Conflict Preven- www.denverairconnection.com • 855-235-9322 tion Grants. Saturday, September 26, 2020 NORTHERN WATCH Page 13 Murder trial testimony wraps up and jury deliberates/Continued (Continued from Page 5) other worries. Pulczinski ad- the Pennington County Jail which obscures individuals jury that Hawkins has use Bussa pointed out that separate statements, he mitted lying to others, say- that related to this case. on the other side. Martinez immunity for his testimony, Hawkins said he and Pul- never provided that infor- ing that he wasn’t home at Hart testified about text told authorities that one of but Hawkins isn’t immune czinski were together at the mation. Reese was in jail at the time of the fire, didn’t messages between Pulczin- the men had a body type from prosecution. He said same time that Timm testi- the time for a probation vio- know what had happened ski and Casey. In an April similar to Reese. Hawkins’ statements can be fied she was with Pulczinski. lation and eventually served there, and that he didn’t 12, 2019, text, Pulczinski Mekash also testified that used against him. Hawkins testified that a an executed prison sentence. know who had killed Elling- told Casey to tell Hawkins to Martinez had sent a Face- Gross then outlined the cord had been used. Bussa Law enforcement later son. make sure he doesn’t say book message to Pulczinski text messages between told the jury there were no found clothes in the area Pulczinski admitted ask- anything besides that Pul- on the day of the fire at 7:21 Shaugabay and Pulczinski, cord marks. where Reese had described, ing people to contact Elling- czinski gave him a ride. On p.m., saying, “Man, my kids and later Ellingson and Pul- Hawkins told Martinez but nothing of evidentiary son and arranging to rob June 7, 2019, Pulczinski were in there, WTF.” He re- czinski. He also pointed to that he had suggested a value. A piece of plastic was her. Timm sent him a mes- texted Casey, who was re- ceived no reply. testimony that fire destroys choke hold to ensure Elling- found where Reese said a sage the day of Ellingson’s turning to Thief River Falls. Under cross-examination, DNA as well as testimony son’s death. Hawkins also smashed cell phone had death, saying Ellingson had He wanted Casey to set Sig- Mekash said Reese was a from Monreal and Reese told Martinez that he was been discarded. However, it contacted her. Pulczinski re- urdson straight. He told her suspect until he provided that Pulczinski said he surprised that Martinez did- was never determined if it sponded, “OMG, let’s get to let it sink in Sigurdson’s another statement to law en- killed someone. n’t hear anything that after- came from a cell phone. her” about two hours before head that she would be the forcement in June 2019. Gross admitted a number noon, Bussa said. Pulczinski testified that Ellingson arrived at his number one suspect after he After Reese said clothing of witnesses have lied to law Bussa questioned why he didn’t take Ellingson’s home. He initially testified were acquitted. The reason and smashed cell phones enforcement in the past. He Hawkins didn’t go to the po- cell phone and he assumed that he didn’t remember was that she was seen leav- were discarded, law enforce- said some have divided loy- lice if he had nothing to do he lost his phone. sending it, but then indi- ing the crime scene. ment found clothing. It alties, are relatives of Pul- with the crime. He admitted Pulczinski said the cated he wasn’t saying he Hart further testified couldn’t be tied to Pulczin- czinski, have chemical Pulczinski made a terrible cousins drove around. He didn’t say it. After being about text messages be- ski, who had a backpack con- dependency issues and/or decision to light the house testified that he told Reese shown the message, he ad- tween Pulczinski and Wilson taining clothing at the time had chemical dependency is- on fire. that he had started the fire, mitted writing it. on June 13, 2019. A grand of his arrest. sues. He asked the jury to Bussa told the jury that but he never told Reese that Pulczinski was asked jury met later that month to Motion to acquit impeach Pulczinski in the Reese lied and lied until he he had killed Ellingson. about a March 27, 2019, consider charges against Prior to presenting his context of his own actions made up a story about Pul- They also shared a meth cig- message sent by Haley Pulczinski in the case. Pul- case, Bussa made a motion and words. czinski confessing. Reese arette. Torkelson in which she said czinski texted Wilson to stay for an acquittal on all In his closing argument, hasn’t been charged. Bussa At some point, Pulczinski Ellingson had given her one out of the case, telling him, charges. He argued that the Bussa told the jury that peo- said Pulczinski never told communicated with Casey, of his crosses. Pulczinski tes- “Death before dishonor.” state had presented no evi- ple lied, lied and lied before Monreal, who was nervous who was in Chicago. He tes- tified he didn’t remember re- They discussed Pulczinski’s dence of premeditation or in- telling police what the police about violating his own pro- tified that he told her some- ceiving that message. whereabouts at the time of tention to kill Ellingson. wanted to hear. He said lies bation, that Pulczinski thing bad had happened and At 10:49 a.m. that day, the incident with Pulczinski Bussa further argued there were told in order to avoid killed someone. Bussa said he had to burn down his Pulczinski sent a message to saying he wasn’t even home. was nothing tying Pulczin- being a suspect, to avoid vi- Pulczinski told multiple peo- apartment. Casey called Sig- Dillon Anderson, saying he He blamed Hawkins for get- ski to the arson. olating probation and to ob- ple that he hadn’t killed urdson, who then reported was at home “plotting.” He ting him tried for first de- Gross responded that the tain use immunity. Ellingson. However, Bussa her vehicle stolen. admitted sending the mes- gree murder, saying he evidence was clear regard- Science doesn’t lie, said told the jury that Pulczinski Prior to returning home, sage. thought Hawkins made up a ing Pulczinski’s motive and Bussa, who noted none of admitted setting the fire to Reese dropped Pulczinski off Gross also asked if Pul- fake story to cover his own follow-through. He referred Ellingson’s DNA was found Olson and Casey. at the home of Brianna czinski thought about con- trail. He asked Wilson to set to various text and Facebook on Pulczinski’s pants or Gross was then given a Olson, Jeremy Tostrup and tacting Martinez after the Hawkins straight. messages. Gross further hands. He said it wasn’t chance to respond. He said Mikelalen Heaton. Olson fire. Pulczinski said he Hart also testified about noted that Pulczinski was there because Pulczinski science doesn’t lie, but it and Tostrup gave him a ride thought Martinez’s family 11 recordings that were dropped off at his home hadn’t killed Ellingson. needs context. Gross added to his grandparents’ home in was OK. made of video visits or phone within 10 minutes of the fire Bussa said his client con- that jurors heard testimony Newfolden. Pulczinski testi- Pulczinski further admit- calls during Pulczinski’s starting. fronted those who had been that fire destroys evidence. fied that he told Olson that ted asking Casey to contact time in jail. Those record- Judge Tamara Yon then stealing from him with no He pointed out that Pulczin- he didn’t believe his neigh- Hawkins and asking his sis- ings included a March 28, ruled that there was enough violence displayed. In mes- ski lied to a number of peo- bors were home during the ter to lie about his where- 2019, video visit between evidence for the case to pro- sages, he said, his client was ple, never telling anyone fire since the family was abouts at 5:50 p.m. that day. Pulczinski and Monreal; a ceed to the jury. mostly upset with Tostrup that Hawkins killed Elling- loud and it was quiet there He also admitted asking March 28 2019, video visit Closing arguments and Evenson. son. at the time of the fire. Casey to contact Sigurdson between Pulczinski and his “Her life meant nothing Ellingson and Pulczinski Gross said that Pulczin- Pulczinski testified he to set her straight. Pulczin- mom; a March 29, 2019, to you,” Gross told Pulczin- had encountered one an- ski came up with this new used Olson’s phone and com- ski also admitted to making video visit between Pulczin- ski in his closing argument. other between the drug raid story a year and a half after municated with Casey and a motion in Reese’s direction ski and Joshua Thompson, He told the jury that Pul- and her death. Bussa re- Ellingson’s death. He re- Monreal about getting a ride about zipping his lips while who is a cousin of Pulczin- czinski’s words and actions ferred to Pulczinski not minded the jury that there to Grand Forks or the Twin both were in custody at the ski’s stepfather; an April 7 speak volumes. harming her after Ellingson were other prints on the Cities, so he could make his Pennington County Jail. 2019, video visit between “He murdered her and went through his pockets. plastic bags, but they were way to Chicago for treat- Gross also referred to Pulczinski and Timm; an then started the fire in his He also mentioned cordial unsuitable for comparison. ment. recorded phone calls and jail April 21, 2019, video visit apartment to cover it up,” comments between the two He indicated that Hawkins Upon returning to Thief visits in which Pulczinski between Pulczinski and his Gross said. of them. The only change, told authorities what hap- River Falls, they saw that never mentioned that mom; an April 27, 2019, With regard to Reese, Bussa said, was the interjec- pened before learning his the authorities had stopped Hawkins had killed Elling- video visit between Pulczin- Gross told the jury that tion of Hawkins. partial fingerprint was on Heaton, who was driving son. “I didn’t want to bring ski and Busse; a May 9, Reese had no reason to kill Bussa noted that the tape. Gross noted that Tostrup’s vehicle. The couple him into it if I didn’t have 2019, video visit between Ellingson. He said there Hawkins’ partial fingerprint Hawkins didn’t ask an indi- dropped Pulczinski off near to,” said Pulczinski, who Pulczinski and Thompson; a were no communications be- was found on a piece of tape vidual to set someone else the city impound lot, and he later testified that he knew May 21, 2019, video visit be- tween Reese and Ellingson. affixed to the plastic bags straight or ask someone not later walked to Monreal’s law enforcement was look- tween Pulczinski and his sis- Reese also wasn’t affected by around Ellingson’s head. He to testify. Gross indicated home. ing at his messages. ter; and a June 12, 2019, the search warrant. indicated that Hawkins had that Hawkins voluntarily Monreal wasn’t home. Defense witnesses video visit between Pulczin- With regard to Hawkins, use immunity, so he couldn’t spoke with law enforcement. After learning about the fire Two other defense wit- ski and his ex-girlfriend, Gross said Hawkins had no be prosecuted for his testi- and that Pulczinski was at nesses testified. Kevin Danielle Weckwerth; a reason to lie. He told the mony. Monreal’s home, Monreal Fisher, a licensed private in- phone call between the lat- and Matthew Wilson vestigator hired by Bussa’s ter two people; and a phone arranged to lure him out of office, testified Tuesday call involving Pulczinski, the home and have their ve- about a February 2020 con- Weckwerth and Wilson. SALE ENDS SATURDAY, hicle stopped by law enforce- versation he had with Reese. Weckwerth and Wilson were ment. Fisher was asked to talk to dating at the time. The men Pulczinski testified that Reese to determine if Pul- weren’t supposed to have he told Monreal that he had czinski had, in fact, con- contact with one another. OCTOBER 10TH... HURRY! set fire to his apartment and fessed to him. Pulczinski The audio of those record- couldn’t tell him why. He told Bussa that he hadn’t ings was played for jurors. said he never said he killed confessed. However, the public viewing anyone because he hadn’t Fisher testified Reese told rooms were unable to hear GOING OUT OF BUSINESS! killed anyone. him that it was possible he the audio. The court at- Monreal testified that had gotten it wrong. Reese tempted to increase the Pulczinski admitted killing admitted he was under the audio but was unable to do EVERY ITEM IS NOW a girl because she had stolen influence of meth and mari- so. from him and admitted juana at the time of the inci- Under cross-examination, starting the fire. He pro- dent. Hart testified that Pulczin- vided this information in a Under cross-examination ski never said he was going second statement to author- by Gross, Fisher admitted to kill Ellingson in commu- ities. Monreal was on proba- that he told Reese that nications with Shaugabay. tion at the time of the Reese had provided clear de- He testified that Pulczinski % incident and initially gave tails about what had hap- told his mom that he didn’t authorities a false name. pened and told him that he kill Ellingson and wasn’t a Wilson testified that he had spoken with Pulczinski. monster. He indicated that had always been in the pres- Fisher testified that he Pulczinski told Thompson 60 ence of Monreal and Pulczin- asked Reese the same ques- multiple times that he didn’t OFF ski. He said he never heard tion over and over again. commit the crime. With re- Pulczinski saying that he Reese told him that it was gard to Monreal’s video visit, killed Ellingson. He testified likely that he may have mis- Hart testified that Pulczin- SELLING TO THE BARE WALLS! that he and Monreal may heard Pulczinski. ski said he didn’t commit the have used drugs that day. Reese testified earlier crimes and Monreal didn’t Their vehicle was stopped that Fisher had gotten into object. Monreal replied the LAST CALL... FINAL 2 WEEKS! at about 9:42 p.m., about his head with regard to what person was still out there four hours after the fire. Pul- he had heard. who committed the crime. czinski said something to Benjamin Owen also tes- Monreal earlier testified HURRY IN AND SAVE LIKE NEVER the effect that the others tified for the defense. Owen that he lied since he knew had nothing to do with it met Reese in August 2019 the jail visits are recorded. BEFORE OR AGAIN IN GULLY! rather it was him. Pulczin- while both were incarcer- Scott Mekash, an investi- - All Remaining Tools - Lawn & Garden ski testified he was referring ated at the Marshall County gator with the Pennington to the fire and didn’t want to Jail. He also met Pulczinski County Sheriff’s Office, was - All Sporting Goods - Paint & Stain get Monreal and Wilson in while incarcerated at the recalled to testify. Mekash, - Plumbing - Automotive & All Oil trouble. He added that he Pennington County Jail this who was employed with the didn’t think law enforce- summer. Thief River Falls Police De- - Hunting Supplies - Electrical Supplies ment could use the state- Owen, who has four partment at the time, had ment against him since he felony meth crimes on his investigated the case and hadn’t been read his Mi- record and remains on pro- testified earlier in the trial. ALL TIRES & MOTOR OIL IN STOCK randa rights. bation, testified that Reese Mekash was shown a NOW AT DEALER COST OR LESS! The state presented many explained why he was incar- selfie that Pulczinski had • AUTO • TRUCK • TRACTOR •SEMI text messages, video visits cerated in Warren. Reese posted on Facebook about (WHILE SUPPLIES LAST.. INSTALLATION EXTRA.) and phone calls from Pul- told him that he had no seven hours prior to the inci- czinski’s time in jail as evi- charges in Marshall County, dent. He was wearing a dif- dence. Referring to his but he was being held there ferent sweatshirt at the time ENTIRETHIS IS IT...OUR INVENTORY SALE ENDS IN MUST JUST A FEW BE WEEKS! SOLD comments then, he ex- since he was a witness in an- of his arrest than the one SAVE 60% ON ALL REMAINING POWER TOOLS, SUMP plained that he was frus- other case. Owen testified pictured. The sweatshirt be- trated about being in jail that Reese explained the longed to Sigurdson, who PUMPS, LAWN MOWERS, HEATERS & MORE...HURRY! and he had no way to ex- reason on his own, saying he thought she had lost the plain his side of the story at had to give a statement sweatshirt until she testi- All Sales Final First Come.. the time. against a relative or face fied. It was in the back of her Pulczinski made deroga- charges himself. Owen testi- vehicle at the time that Pul- First Served! tory comments regarding fied he didn’t understand czinski was traveling with Ellingson while incarcer- how Reese could be charged her and Reese. ated. He said he was upset if he didn’t give a statement. Mekash testified regard- HOURS at her and regretted making Reese earlier testified he ing an April 1, 2019, state- the comments. told Owen that information ment provided by Martinez. Cross-examination in order to not have anyone Martinez told law enforce- Mon. - Fri. 8-5 Under cross-examination, think he was an informant. ment that he saw two men Pulczinski admitted that he Final state witnesses leaving the apartment Sat. - Sun. Closed never contacted his family Investigator Andy Hart, shortly before the fire. that day after a phone call who works at the Thief Mekash testified that Mar- with his sister at 5:50 p.m. River Falls Police Depart- tinez said he saw the men regarding his two cats. His ment, testified Tuesday. He out of the corner of his eye home was on fire at the reviewed more than 8,000 while he was grabbing a pop 21 Main • Gully, MN time, and his family was text messages, more than out of his refrigerator. Mar- concerned. He testified that 100 video calls and more tinez said he had seen them 218-268-4177 he was on the run and had than 100 phone calls from through a privacy window, Technology Coordinator Page 14 ~ Northern Watch CLASSIFIEDS Saturday, September 26, 2020 Red Lake County Central Elementary School in Plummer, MN has a full-time technology coordinator position open for the 2020-2021 Trails to Treatments Cancer Benefit school year. Interested candidates must submit the following: • District Application • Letter of Application • Resume and Ride deemed a success • Three (3) signed Letters of Recommendation Submitted by Sue Helm Next up, riders of all ages with Nathan Bukowski set- the American Legion. On the Applicants interested in the position should submit were encouraged to sign up ting up his karaoke equip- street north of the Legion, their completed application materials to: The 12th Annual North for a new Friday evening ac- ment for singing by a the Best Dressed Mr. Andrew Fougner, Principal Country Horsemen Trails to tivity, an Obstacle Course crackling campfire. Cowboy/Cowgirl Contest Red Lake County Central Elementary Treatments Cancer Benefit Competition. This competi- Saturday started early was held. Five participants PO Box 7, Plummer, MN 56748 and Ride was held over the tion consisted of three-age with a tasty breakfast competed with 10-month old 218-465-4222 Labor Day weekend in Mid- divisions and offered a fun served by Norie and Friends Karson Klasen and 4-year dle River. The TTT Commit- and challenging activity for at the American Legion. old Ava Issak winning this Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. tee felt there needed to be horses and riders. Twenty- After breakfast, 53 riders year’s competition. The Can- Application forms are available at www.rlcc2906.org changes made to the week- two riders took the chal- took off on the trail ride from cer Tribute Ceremony, and ISD 2906 is an Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer. end’s activities, but the pan- lenge. the Ornquist Arena. Riders silent and live auctions filled demic didn’t stop the Winners were: 12 and could choose one of three the rest of Saturday committee from hosting this Under – first place: Keira ride options, 4, 12 or 19 evening, which concluded annual fundraising week- Gornowicz, second place: miles. At noon, boxed with a campfire at the Orn- ACCOUNTING CLERK end. As a result, funding Claire Gornowicz, third lunches were served by the quist arena.

Central Boiler, Inc. / Altoz, Inc. / WoodMaster, may continue to be provided place: Lilly Heinen, and Flying V Cancer Fighters at The committee thanked Inc. to those in need during their fourth place: Brynn Moen; the American Legion. Live those who sponsored, do- is seeking a motivated person excited to become an integral part of cancer treatment. 13-17 Division – first place: music on the Main Street nated, volunteered, shared a a fast-growing company. The chosen individual for the position will process transactions relating to Order Audit, Accounts Receivable, and Activities kicked off on Silver Kraska, second place: Stage kept everyone enter- meal and purchased items. Accounts Payable. Applicants must possess good communication, Friday with a Horse Fun Gabby Heinen and third tained. The committee It provided a special thank accuracy, and organizational skills. Minimum of 4 years experience in Run. Forty-seven riders par- place: Zoey Magner; 18 & thanked Nathan Bukowski, you to the teams for their an accounting position or a 2 year degree in accounting or similar field ticipated, and Wayne Ziska Over Division: first place: Lisa Koble, Tami Lee, Mar- fundraising efforts through- is preferred. Excellent Benefits. was the winner of the 50/50 Wayne Moses, second place: low Lorenson and Rick Wise- out the year to help make Qualified applicants can visit www.centralboiler.com to split. The Spud Wagon Shirley Horien and third man for sharing their vocal the Trails To Treatments download an application and mail, fax or e-mail resume to: served food at the Ornquist place: Sadie Gornowicz. talents. Grant Program possible. Arena. The night’s fun continued Also, on Saturday after- Central Boiler, Inc. / Altoz, Inc. / WoodMaster, Inc. noon, there were horses to Human Resources ride by the Fire Hall and THE CLASSIFIEDS 20502 160th St., Greenbush, MN 56726 RUMMAGE SALE SIGNS wagon rides along the Lumi- Phone: 218-782-2575 nary Trail. A boxed evening Help Wanted Fax: 218-782-3998 DOUBLE SIDED REUSABLE PLASTIC meal of barbecued ribs with all the fixings was served at Email: [email protected] RUMMAGE SALE SIGNS W/METAL STAKES

Altoz.com CentralBoiler.com WoodMaster.com Co-Op Oil Assn. $7.50 EA. THE CLASSIFIEDS ~Middle River~ C-STORE CLERK Johnson’s Riverside, Inc. Help Wanted Must be dependable Are you looking for some extra money on the weekdays and weekends? and hard working Do you like helping people and want a way to have a meaningful job? 324 Main Ave N. Thief River Falls Then this job is for you! We offer flexible hours that work around your busy schedule. PULL-TAB SELLER Stop in today for Help our people-served maintain a lifestyle that provides your application freedom and choices in their daily lives. Long-Term Substitute Days: Week 1 – Tues. – Thurs. Week 2 – Tues. – Sat. For questions call Job duties include: Assistance with ADLs, household management, Computers Teacher Mondays and every other Shannon outings, administering medications, playing games and so much more! Red Lake County Central High School is seeking a Fri./Sat. off. Long-Term Substitute Computer Teacher for grades 218-222-3311 If you think that helping people, earning some extra weekend money and having a 7-10. Position available Fall of 2020. SIMPLE Plan and Vacation schedule that works with your life is a benefit to you, join our team today! September 8 through November 6. offered. 50 – 60 hours per Interested candidates should pay period. Help Wanted contact Randy Pederson, Principal, APPLY NOW! at 218-796-5136. Pick up an application at the or [email protected] Eagles or contact Nate @ Daytime 16458 160th Ave. NE, Thief River Falls, MN 56701 Please Call 681-1278 Ext. 110 ISD 2906 is an Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer. 688-3031 for more or information. MANUFACTURING Evening EAGLES Customer service work OPPORTUNITIES AERIE #2368 Altoz, Inc. / Central Boiler, Inc. / WoodMaster, Inc. is now 305 Red Lake Blvd. * Thief River Falls Pick up an application today (218) 681-2406 hiring self-motivated individuals for temporary and full-time at our service counter. positions. Starting pay will be up to $18.00/hr depending on the MN Greenleaf is currently looking for great people to join our team. Petro Pumper • Hwy 1 & 59 position. Positions available include: powder painters, welders, machine operators, shipping and assemblers. • PART-TIME HOUSEKEEPING Qualified applicants can visit www.centralboiler.com to • FULL/PART-TIME ACTIVITIES AIDE download an application and mail, fax or e-mail resume to: Altoz, Inc. / Central Boiler, Inc. / WoodMaster, Inc. Greenleaf offers flexible hours designed to Human Resources work around school schedules. 20502 160th St., Greenbush, MN 56726 Trilogy Ag Group in Argyle, MN is Phone: 800-248-4681 Interested Applicants may pick up an application at: seeking immediate positions for HIRING Fax: 218-782-3998 MN Greenleaf Assisted Living our upcoming Fertilizer Season. Email: [email protected] or Apply online: minnesotagreenleaf.com/careers • Full-Time Welder Altoz.com CentralBoiler.com WoodMaster.com 1006 Greenwood Street, Thief River Falls, MN 56701 218­681­1685 • Tandem Truck Drivers • Part-Time Janitor • Floater Operators Pay Depending • Shop Help on Experience Employment & Training Positions Available • Day to Day Operations All potential applicants are subject to Apply at Inter-County Community Council is accepting applications a pre-employment drug screening Lindholm for openings in our Employment and Training department: and background check. Apply in person to: Welding Employment Program Coordinator: Will provide 1325 N. Main Ave. administrative and program compliance support to the Trilogy Ag Thief River Falls, MN Please follow CDC operation of the federal and state employment and training 804 Atlantic Ave, Argyle guidelines and wear a programs. Experience working with employment and training mask when picking or call up application. programs, workforce development, human services or 218-437-6634 NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE! related field preferred. Microsoft Office advanced knowledge preferred. Full-time Application and position specific information, including job AUTO BODY TECHNICIAN duties, salary and educational requirements are available We are a Chevrolet dealership looking on our website at www.intercountycc.org for a person to work in our body shop. Send completed application and resume to Inter-County Great Opportunity for person looking to continue Community Council, Human Resources, PO Box 189, a career as an Auto Body Technician. Oklee, MN 56742 or [email protected]. Excellent Pay & Benefits Package. Contact Tom 218-681-4820 Applications must be received by 4:30 pm on Tuesday, October 12th. Call 218-796-5144 x. 1018 for more information. ICCC is an equal opportunity employer.

CLASSIFIED ADS DEADLINES: The Times – Monday, 10:00 A.M.; Northern Watch – Wednesday, 2:00 P.M.

Name Address City State Zip Code Phone If you wish to have your name, address and telephone number in the ad, please write it on the numbered lines provided.

12345 ATTENTION: Please Indicate 678910Where You’d Like Your Ad To Run 11 12 13 14 15 – $6.00

□ The Times 16 17 18 19 20 □ Northern Watch □ Both (Times & Watch) 21 22 23 24 25 – $7.25

First 15 Words...... $6.00 26 27 28 29 30 Per Insertion Ea. Add’l 10 Words ....$1.25 Per Insertion 31 32 33 34 35 – $8.50 ( BEST VALUE! ( Make Check Payable to The Times, P.O. Box 100, Thief River Falls, MN 56701 PACKAGE DEAL J Check or Money Order Enclosed Advertise 3 Times Get The 4th Time FREE J Card # Expiration Date Saturday, September 26, 2020 CLASSIFIEDS Northern Watch ~ Page 15

The Chevy-Buick store in Thief River Falls SUGAR BEET TRUCK DRIVERS WANTED is looking for a Domino’s Is Hiring For All Positions SHOP HAND/CAR WASHER Would you like to make $28/hour driving semi-truck/tri-axle truck for the sugar beet Northern Motors is looking for a reliable individual to Start Immediately harvest? -Clean Service Dept -Wash Vehicles -Deliver Vehicles Must have Valid Drivers License Potential To Make $11/hour Then we are looking for you! Starting October 1, 2020 through Afternoons Monday-Friday Plus Bonuses October 20, 2020 we are hiring full-time and part-time employees See or Call Tom at Northern Motors in Thief River Falls to haul sugar beets. Candidates should have some farm and truck 218-681-4820 Apply In Person experience. Also have in field tractor positions available. 1112 3rd St W 209 Brooks Ave. N., Thief River Falls Thief River Falls Call or text 218-686-0804

Come work with an D & D Commodities in Stephen, MN. Northwest Beverage Inc. is looking for a AMAZING & CARING Now Hiring Delivery/Driver Salesperson to work group of people! Full-Time Weekdays D & D Commodities in Stephen is hiring for full-time, Valley Assisted Living offers paid breaks, free employee meals, paid part-time, and temporary/seasonal positions in Must have good driving record and be able to lift and move 160 lb kegs in-house training and working with incredible caring people! As well as, using a handcart. Experience with operating a forklift is helpful, CDL production. On the job training is available. Competitive preferred but not required. Competitive wages, commission, health competitive wages and other perks! insurance, retirement plan, holidays, vacation and sick leave. We are currently looking for: wages based on skills & experience. Full-time includes FULL-TIME LAUNDRY AIDE several company-paid benefits, paid time off & 401k Please apply in person at FULL OR PART-TIME ACTIVITY AIDE retirement plan. NORTHWEST BEVERAGE Apply at www.ddcommodities.com, 1320 Greenwood Street West These positions require an every other weekend and holiday rotation. or call 218-478-3308 for an application. in Thief River Falls Interested applicants may pick up an application at Valley Assisted Living or submit their resume to the Business Office at 523 Arnold Avenue South, Thief River Falls, MN 56701 or email to [email protected] Employment Opportunities in Erskine, MN!

TRUCK DRIVER Central Boiler, Inc. / Altoz, Inc. / WoodMaster, Northern Plains Rail Services in Erskine Inc. is seeking a motivated person excited to become an integral part of is hiring full-time and temporary a fast growing company. Applicants must have a clean driving record ENTRY LEVEL RAILCAR MECHANICS JOB OPENINGS and CDL drivers license. Position will include hauling product to Central Boiler / Altoz dealers throughout the United States. Two years AND FABRICATORS/WELDERS. at Oak Crest Senior Housing experience in trucking industry is required. Excellent benefits. Home on Schedule: Day shift, Monday through Friday, willing to work overtime weekends. Not for hire. Hourly wage, paid weekly. hours. Welding experience desired but not mandatory. Starting wage is Dietary Aide Qualified applicants can visit www.centralboiler.com to based on experience level. Successful applicants will be required to pass download an application and mail, fax or e-mail resume to: required pre-employment testing. Sign on Bonus DOE. 24-32 hours/week - every other weekend & holiday Apply online at https://www.nprail.com/careers/total-trans-care/ Central Boiler, Inc. / Altoz, Inc. / WoodMaster, Inc. EOE Resident Aide 20502 160th St., Greenbush, MN 56726 All shifts available - part-time to full-time Phone: 218-782-2575 Now Hiring Survey Crew Chief every other weekend & holiday Fax: 218-782-3998 Primary duties include highway/bridge design and Interested applicants may e-mail cover letter, resumé and Email: [email protected] construction surveying and inspection, AutoCAD Civil 3D, and other computer applications, and applicable engineering application to [email protected] Altoz.com CentralBoiler.com WoodMaster.com or mail to Oak Crest Senior Housing, duties. A diploma or AAS degree in Civil Engineering 201 10th St SE, Roseau, MN 56751 Technology or related field from an accredited post-secondary institution or equivalent training and Applications can be picked up at Oak Crest Senior Housing. Paraprofessional Position experience is preferred but not required. This institution is an Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer Applications and job description are available at the Red Lake County Central Elementary is accepting Marshall County website http://www.co.marshall.mn.us/ and Agricultural Services Coordinator applications for a Special Education at the Highway Department office, 447 S. Main, Warren, MN Paraprofessional for the 2020-2021 school year. 56762. Pay range is set by the County Board, depending on Serving Pennington and Marshall Counties experience from $21.95 to $30.04, plus $0.71/hour hazard Pennington and Marshall Counties are seeking to fill the pay. full-time position of Ag Services Coordinator. This position calls Position is open until filled. This position is open until filled. for equal time spent in both Pennington and Marshall County. Marshall County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The successful candidate will be responsible to coordinate all Interested candidates should areas of Agronomy, Crop and Livestock Management, contact Andrew Fougner, Horticulture and Pesticide Applicator Training for Pennington and Multiple Opportunities Available Marshall County. Additional duties may include, but are not Principal, at 218-465-4222 limited to: County Weed Inspection, Feedlot Management, Solid Auto Value Parts Stores is now Waste Duties and Elk Herd Management. A Degree in Agronomy ISD 2906 is an Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer. or other appropriate agricultural field of study or equivalent work hiring in Thief River Falls, MN. experience is desired. This position features a pay range of View various position details and apply at: $21.95 to $30.04 per hour, depending on experience. www.autopartshq.com/careers Applications will be available online at the Marshall County The following position is available in School District #564, Thief River Falls, MN: website and additionally at the Pennington and Marshall County - select a Thief River Falls position. Auditor/Treasurer’s Offices. MECHANIC Applications are accepted at Thief River Falls For further information, applications or to review a complete Effective: Immediately Auto Value. 1325 3rd St. West, TRF, MN. job description, please contact the Pennington County Auditor/Treasurer at 218-683-7000, the Marshall County Duties: Perform cleaning, service, and repair on transportation Auditor/Treasurer at 218-745-4851 or email vehicles to ensure safety of operation and to meet Sate inspections. Drive school bus when needed as a substitute and AUTO VALUE [email protected]. Applications will be other duties as assigned. accepted by the Marshall County Auditor/Treasurer until filled. 1325 3rd St. W. Requirements: Experience working with diesel engines, Thief River Falls electronic controls and air brakes. Minnesota school bus 681-1880 UN endorsement preferred, otherwise must have the ability to M DER 1-800-584-9419 ANA NEW obtain. Must have working computer knowledge and GEM experience. ENT Pay and Benefits: Per negotiated contract HEY…INTERESTED IN A BONUS OR Application Deadline: Open until filled LOOKING FOR SOME HOLIDAY CASH? PUBLIC WORKS POSITION OPENING We’re always looking for new talent—passionate and caring professionals who Online Application available on the School District Website: The City of Red Lake Falls is accepting applications for

share our commitment to enhancing the quality of life of those we serve. http://www.trf.k12.mn.us > Employment Independent School District 564 is an equal opportunity educator and employer. a full-time position in the public works department. Where your passion and our mission together can make a difference in our Applicants must have a valid MN driver’s license and be able to residents lives each and every day. In our unique work environment, you’ll be amazed by the lives you touch and the friendships you make. obtain a Class B CDL license with airbrake endorsement. Applicant is required to have working knowledge of building and equipment Check out our positions online at www.phs.sfhs.org: PROGRAM DIRECTOR maintenance, working ability to operate snow plow, heavy • FT/PT NARs (CNA) - $2000 sign on bonus Middle River–Thief Lake Living At Home/Block Nurse Program equipment, ability to detect and respond to problems, ability to • FT/PT LPNs & RNs - $3000 sign on bonus is currently accepting applications for a 20 hour per week understand and apply rules and regulations that pertain to municipal • FT RN Manager - $3000 sign on bonus Program Director position. The hourly wage will be negotiated public works operations and have or be able to obtain Class C water and Class D wastewater license. • PT Cook - $2000 sign on bonus on, upon the amount of applicant’s experience. Paid time for holidays and one week of paid vacation are additional benefits. Position involves working with wastewater and water utilities and • FT/PT Dietary Aides - $500 sign on bonus The Director is responsible for the overall operation of the other public works duties. Pay dependent upon qualifications and • PT Activity Aides non-profit program that assists senior citizens to continue living in experience. Full job description available upon request. • PT Front Door Monitors (weekends) their own home. To apply, contact the City of Red Lake Falls, PO Box 37, Red How about our AMAZING benefits: Primary duties include budgeting, fundraising, grant writing, Lake Falls, MN 56750 or 218-253-2684 for an application. • 100% paid single health insurance premium • Employer paid life insurance basic bookkeeping skills, computer and phone use. You would Deadline for receipt of application/resume is 4:00 p.m., October 5, 2020. • HSA with $150/mo employer contribution • Dental, Vision, Critical illness/Cancer • Accident, STD/LTD, Voluntary Life • 5% 401(a) retirement plan personally be working with seniors needing our services. The City of Red Lake Falls is an AA/EEO Employer. • Voluntary 403(b) and ROTH retirement plans • Flexible spending accounts Knowledge of the local community is valuable. • Personal Leave Time • Nursing Scholarship • Free Meals If interested, submit a resume with a cover letter and references Please call Human Resources at 218-683-8103 to Middle River-Thief Lake Living at Home/Block Nurse Program, Badger School District is seeking candidates for the follwing positions: or email Tracy at [email protected] if you have questions. P.O. Box 94, Middle River, MN 56737 or email to Custodian – Afternoon/Night PM Lead Custodian [email protected] or fax to 218-222-4006. Full-time 40 hours per week, twelve-month position; days of service Mondays This position is subject to a background check. EOE through Fridays. School days/weeks: Monday-Friday approximately 3:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. School day duty hours subject to change contingent upon events and/or snow and ice removal needs. Move YOUR CAREER Non-school days/weeks: 8 hours per day and/or 40 hours per week (to be determined). Duty hours may be 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. when school is not in session. Cleaner/Custodial/Grounds/Maintenance Part-time 9-month position. Minimum of 3 hours per school day either afternoons Forward. or nights. COVID Sprayer/Fogger/Mister Operator Part-Time Cleaner/Custodian GLOBAL ACCOUNTS Estimate 3 hours per school day either afternoons or nights contingent upon RECEIVABLE (AR) REPRESENTATIVE whether working independently (estimate 3 to 4 hours if solo or 2 to 3 hours with City Of Thief River Falls a partner). Do you have a strong attention to detail and enjoy working with numbers? Special Education Paraprofessional – Elementary Digi-Key is currently looking for a Global Accounts Receivable Billing Clerk II Days of service include school days Monday through Friday. Regular part-time (Non-COVID): 7.25 hours per school day approximately Representative to collect, monitor, and process all Accounts The City of Thief River Falls, MN is accepting 8:00am to 3:15pm; or COVID In-Person or Hybrid Learning: 7.50 hours per Receivable transactions for our global customer base. This position applications for a full-time Billing Clerk II position. school day approximately 7:45am to 3:15pm. strives to create a positive experience for both internal and external Special Education Paraprofessional – Junior customers. This employee will perform moderately complex technical bookkeeping work requiring knowledge of maintaining utility High/Senior High Join the Digi-Key team today and make yourself the key to our success! Days of service include school days Monday through Friday. customer account files and monitoring the AMI system. Regular part-time (Non-COVID): 7.25 hours per school day approximately Applicant should have a strong computer and analytical background. 8:00am to 3:15pm; or COVID In-Person or Hybrid Learning: 7.50 hours per Move forward with Digi-Key! school day approximately 7:45am to 3:15pm. Application, supplemental application and full job Substitutes Needed description and benefits are available at www.citytrf.net To learn more, call or visit us online today: Teachers • Paraprofessionals • Bus Drivers or at the City Administrator’s Office. 218-681-7930 Custodian/Janitors/Cleaners - Day and Evening Applications accepted until Noon on October 7, 2020 at DIGIKEYCAREERS.COM the City Administrator’s Office, PO Box 528, For job postings and qualifications please visit our website www.badger.k12.mn.us Thief River Falls, MN 56701. and click on “About Us” and “Employment Opportunities” ©2020 Digi-Key Electroncis. Digi-Key Electronics is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment The City of Thief River Falls is an Equal Opportunity Employer. without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Page 16 ~ Northern Watch CLASSIFIEDS Saturday, September 26, 2020

Help Wanted Help Wanted Help Wanted Help Wanted For Rent For Rent WANTED: Semi-truck drivers for Looking for EMPLOYEE to WRAP WANTED: Semi-truck drivers for LOOKING FOR EXPERIENCED LA- STUDIO APARTMENTS in TRF: All ►►SKYLITE APARTMENTS:◄◄ sugar beet harvest, beginning Oct. and TRIM MEAT. Wage dependant sugar beet harvest, beginning Oct. BORER: Call Shawn at 218-686- utilities included, $370/mo. Must pass Residential apartment living at it’s 1. NW MN, housing and meals pro- on ability. Guaranteed 40+ hours. 1. NW MN, housing and meals pro- 5297. 2P8t85p background/credit check. Call 218- best! Quality HUD subsidized 1st vided. Call 218-843-5000. 2P8t78p Contact Jay at 218-874-7355. 55tfc vided. Call 218-843-5000. 2P8t78p 686-7321 or email sunriseapart- floor apartments with private entry [email protected] doors, large commons with gardens, HELP WANTED Looking to Hire PRIME OFFICE SPACE FOR beauty shop and gazebo, utilities 516 8th Street E paid. Facility preference is for sen- Production Workers at TRF LEASE: Great Location - Across Thief River Falls Part-Time From Hugo’s. Call 218-681-4324 For iors, handicapped or persons with Pallet, making wood pallets More Info. F1t78c disabilities. Income limits apply. Appli- and crates. cations for future housing may be Cleaners MOBILE HOME with washer and picked up at the Skylite Office, 415 $179,900 Call Dan at 218-689-0508 Days - Evenings - Weekends dryer: First & last month’s rent, no Arnold Ave. S., Thief River Falls, be- pets. Call 218-686-8774. P4t79p Excellent Starting Pay tween 8:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. Mon- 3,244 Sq. Ft. Office Building, HELP WANTED for BEET HAR- LARGE 2-BEDROOM Apartment: day through Friday. Equal Housing 2 Offices, Reception Area, VEST starting October 1st. Truck Must Pass $565-$640, Heat paid, no pets, 1- Opportunity. 1tfc 2-Bath And Storage Room. drivers needed. RV hookups avail- Background Check year lease. Call 320-321-4690. able. Paying $25 per hour. Call Paul 80tfc for more info, 218-991-2263. 13t79p Call Jordan IMMEDIATE OPENINGS @ Bendel (218) 681-3911 Apartments in Stephen, MN: 1- and TRF 218-681-7789 HUDSON 2-bedroom apartments, on-site laun- dry available. Rent is based on 30% ELECTRIC of your monthly adjusted gross in- MINI STORAGE of Thief River Falls is come. For applications and qualifica- FARMLAND FOR SALE ON BIDS seeking a Licensed FAMILY tions, contact Bruce @ 701-740-0556 FOR RENT 147.6 acres located in Marsh Grove Township Journeyman Electrician. or Nicole @ 218-751-6881 ext. 4 ~ Marshall County, Minnesota. Call 218-684-0281 or email: BOWL An Equal Housing Opportunity 3 SIZES [email protected] 16t84p Legal Description: The SE¼NW¼, E½SW¼, SW¼SW¼ of Section 11, Farmers Co-op Grain and Seed is is hiring! CALL Township 156N, Range 45W, LESS the N600’ of W975’ of SW¼SW¼. seeking local TRUCK DRIVERS: 218-686-2604 CDL required, must have current or Manager and Sherwood Park Parcel Identification Number: 24-0063-000, LESS the N600’ of W975’ be able to pass DOT physical. Please Townhomes www.trfministorage.com of SW¼SW¼. Parcel contain approximately 147.6 tillable acres. call Danny Miller @ 218-681-6283 or Other Staff 701-741-1189. 81tfc & Greenwood Terrace BID PROCEDURE: Sealed Written Bids will be received by Rokke, Mail applications to: Real Estate Aandal & Associates, PLLC, Law Office, P.O. Box 159, Warren, MN Apartments Looking to Hire 3455 Laurel Drive in Thief River Falls FARMLAND WANTED: I have a se- 56762, until 5:00 p.m. on October 9, 2020. Bids should be for the total Are accepting applications rious client who wants to buy good dollar amount, and not per acre. Those submitting qualifying bids will be Bemidji, MN 56601 farmland. Will pay cash. Call North- Part-Time Waitress for available units. land Farm Sales, 218-684-1521. invited to participate in a final oral bidding to be held at Rokke, Aandal & or call Steve Vosika Certain restrictions apply Associates, PLLC in Warren, Minnesota on October 22, 2020. Part-Time Cook 218-766-7767 Contact DW Jones TERMS OF SALE AND CLOSING: A 10% earnest money check will be Monday - Saturday Management For Sale: 307 acres in Marshall Co. near required by the successful bidder upon placing the highest bid at the oral Apply in person! Strandquist. This land is just out of CRP, has bidding, with the balance due within 60 days. Seller will provide a Household 218-547-3307 been sprayed and is ready to break up. or online at Productivity index of 72. Just ½ mile north of continued abstract evidencing marketable title. Seller will convey the county road #6. $1,095/acre. property by Warranty Deed at closing. Seller reserves the right to reject Biff’s Kitchen DON’S www.dwjonesmanagement.com For Sale: 49 acres of hunting land just south of any and all bids. 811 Atlantic Ave. N. 307 First Street East • TRF Thief River Falls Across from Pennington Square CREATING the Rainbow Club at Strandquist, MN, in Section BETTER LIVING 27 of Lincoln Twp. Marshall Co. This property SEWING & VACUUMS runs parallel of Highway #59. Nice location for a Sales & Service • NEW & USED BEET TRUCK DRIVER WANTED: Small Appliance Repair hunting camp and has commercial possibilities FARMLAND FOR SALE ON BIDS Must have semi and trailer experi- as well. Asking $49,000. ence. Competitive wages with up to New line of Cirrus Vacuums GREATER MN MANAGEMENT: 1 & See more details on the website: 320 acres located in Parker Township a $3 per hour safety bonus at the end New line of Necchi Sewing Machines 2 bedroom apartments available in www.harvestlandsales.com Summerfield townhomes. SUMMER- Marshall County, Minnesota. of the campaign. starting Oct. 1st. Serving the area since 1992 Call 218-686-5656. F3t80p FIELD of NEWFOLDEN: 2-bedroom Harvest Land Sales Legal Description: The S½ Section 5, Township 157N, Range 49W, 681-8664 apartment available. Amenities in- 25499 170th St. NW Mills, McKenzie & Thibido Property. clude washer/dryer, dishwasher, mi- Warren, MN 56762 crowave, range, refrigerator, central Call or Text Broker Parcel Identification Numbers: 34-0019-000 & 34-0018-000; These GREAT APARTMENT LIVING AT NORTHLAND VILLAGE air. Heat included in rent. Garages available. 218-681-5194 ~ Lane Loeslie Couples? Singles? Roommates? parcels contains approximately 314 tillable acres. www.gmmco.org 68tfc 218-201-0832 We have the perfect “School-Work” Combo Living waiting for you! BID PROCEDURE: Sealed Written Bids will be received by Rokke, Does someone work full-time while the other goes to school full-time? FREE RENT: Stephen Apartments www.harvestlandsales.com Aandal & Associates, PLLC, Law Office, P.O. Box 159, Warren, MN Are you a single parent? Roommates who are employed full-time? First Month’s Rent free with signed The opportunities are here. lease. One Bedroom apartment. CRP LAND: We have a cash buyer 56762, until 5:00 p.m. on October 9, 2020. Bids should be for the total Quiet building with on-site laundry. interested in buying land that has dollar amount, and not per acre. Those submitting qualifying bids will be been accepted in the CRP program. No Pets. Call (218)386-2474 or If you’re thinking of selling, please call invited to participate in a final oral bidding to be held at Rokke, Aandal & NORTHLAND VILLAGE OFFERS email: shari@scottjohnsoncompa- us now. Northland Farm Sales, 218- nies.com. F58tfc Associates, PLLC in Warren, Minnesota on October 21, 2020. 1 Bed $517/Mo 2 Beds $626/mo 3 Beds $704/mo 684-1521. F95tfc TERMS OF SALE AND CLOSING: A 10% earnest money check will be Utilities Included. Income Restrictions Apply. Applications Available Onsite. Country Acres required by the successful bidder upon placing the highest bid at the oral Contact Croix Management • 651-465-6841 JUST bidding, with the balance due within 60 days. Seller will provide a Equal Housing Opportunity Provider. Equal Housing Employer. Apartments continued abstract evidencing marketable title. Seller will convey the LISTED! property by Warranty Deed at closing. Seller reserves the right to reject FARMLAND FOR SALE ON BIDS Two bedroom remodeled any and all bids. 175.36 acres located in Esther Township apartments. Five minutes Polk County, Minnesota. from Digi-Key and Arctic Legal Description: The E½NW¼ ;Lots 1,2,3,6 & 7 of the SW¼NW¼ and Lot 4 of Section 4 in Township 153, Range 50; AND Government Cat. Quiet and well- Lot 2 of Section 5 in Township 153, Range 50. The Quern Property. maintained building. Genereux Realty, Inc. Country Property Hwy. 32 South, 304 Riverside Ave. South P.O. Box 385. Thief River Falls, MN 56701 Parcel Identification Number: 18-00016-00 and other connected (218) 681-HOME (4663) • (800) 447-0382 parcels. Parcels contain approximately 175.36 acres, 147.94 tillable. Call 218-681-3370 or with Acreage #4470 - 210 fenced acres of Check Out Our Web Page www.genereuxrealty.com BID PROCEDURE: Sealed Written Bids will be received by Rokke, go to countryacres gently rolling land with 128+ Aandal & Associates, PLLC, Law Office, P.O. Box 159, Warren, MN apartmentstrf.com acres of perfect pasture, 30 #5660060 JUST LISTED! NICE FAMILY HOME 56762, until 5:00 p.m. on October 9, 2020. Bids should be for the total acres of tremendous tillable, WITH 3 TO 4 BEDROOMS! Near Parks, Many Nice dollar amount, and not per acre. Those submitting qualifying bids will be for more information. 30 acres of wondrous woods Updates, Formal Dining Room With Bay Window, Front and 20 acres of wonderful Porch, Large Bath, Front Living Room, Roomy Kitchen invited to participate in a final oral bidding to be held at Rokke, Aandal & No pets. Non-HUD. wildlife wetlands, together And Main Floor Laundry! Deck, Patio Plus A 3 Car Associates, PLLC in Warren, Minnesota on October 19, 2020. Garage! $114,900 with a new 2,496 square foot TERMS OF SALE AND CLOSING: A 10% earnest money check will be superb “shouse” with well #5660400 COUNTRY HOME NEAR APARTMENT FOR RENT: Above and septic located along a tar CHALLENGER SCHOOL! 4 Bedrooms, 3-1/2 required by the successful bidder upon placing the highest bid at the oral Ace Hardware. Quiet, non-smoking Baths, Very Open Design With See Through road with easy access. Call Fireplace, Formal Dining Room. Vaulted Ceilings, bidding, with the balance due within 60 days. Seller will provide a single person. No pets. 1 bedroom today! Master Suite Has Walk-In Closet And Ensuite! A continued abstract evidencing marketable title. Seller will convey the available. Call Ron 218-684-5318. Huge Family/Rec Room, 2 Other Bedrooms Are property by Warranty Deed at closing. Seller reserves the right to reject 46tfc Huge With Walk-In Closets, Attached Heated 3-BDRM HOUSE: Attached single Garage And A Detached. Plus A Heated 30x40 any and all bids. garage; also, SPACIOUS 2-BDRM Shop With Half Bath! $319,000 APARTMENT. No pets/smoking, de- #5646026 RIVER HOME JUST LISTED! posit/references/lease. Call don’t On The Red Lake River! 4 Bedrooms, 4 text 218-689-7029. P4t79p Baths! 4+ Car Garage! Gorgeous Views! • GRAIN BINS • HANDLING EQUIPMENT Huge Great Room With Fireplace. Custom 2 BEDROOM APARTMENT FOR Kitchen, Office, Large Exercise/Family • AND STEEL FRAME BUILDINGS RENT: In TRF. Upstairs, no pets, de- Room. 2 Story Foyer! Circular Staircase. • SALES, SERVICE AND INSTALLATION posit required. Rent $600/month, all Want to Buy Master Suite Has Its Own Private Deck! Hot utilities paid. Call 218-469-2285. Tub Room, Awesome Patio Overlooking The River. You’ll Want To Set Up Your Private 72tfc WANTED TO BUY: Any and all Showing Right Away! $449,000 Reece Setterholm [email protected] 2 BEDROOM APARTMENT FOR comic books! I’m not a dealer, for #5597996 LOTS OF ROOM HERE! Large Rambler RENT: In quiet 4-plex. Heat, water my personal collection. Send me pics On Kneale! Over 1,500 Sq. Ft. On Main Floor And 218-280-5890 paid, $700/month and $600 deposit. of what you have. Call Dean at 218- The Basement Is Finished Too! Very Open Design In www.asagsales.com 686-8584. Will pay cash! 7t82p Living Room/Dining Room And Kitchen Is Enhanced References required, no smoking, no By The Vaulted Ceilings! Oak Cabinetry And Trim! pets, washer and dryer on site. Call TICKET ROLLS! 2,000 per roll, sin- Sliding Glass Doors To The Patio. Huge Rec/Family Travis Anderson 218-689-3997. P4t79p gle and double rolls. The Times, 324 Room. 5 Bedrooms/3 Baths. Large Garage Could Fit [email protected] Main Ave. N., TRF, 681-4450. 49tfe 4 Cars! $239,000 218-201-0782 Farm Miscellenous #5645384 NEW LISTING!! Over 3,400 Sq. Ft. In This www.asagsales.com Call for Specials 2 Story Home In Great Location! 3 Bedrooms, 1-1/2 Baths, Stacked Stone Fireplace In Living Room, Family Oakwood Homes Room Also Has Fireplace, 2 Decks, Double Attached ARGYLE, MN Dustin Isaak in Karlstad And A Single Detached Garage On A Large Lot! [email protected] Prairie Rose Apartments $209,000 218.280.5890 218.201.0782 asagsales.com in Red Lake Falls WE ARE IN NEED OF LISTINGS IN AND NEAR TRF PLUS THE 218-686-5979 Are accepting applications www.asagsales.com SURROUNDING TOWNS. CALL THE HOME TEAM AT for upcoming available units. GENEREUX REALTY AT 681-HOME (4663). LET’S GET YOURS SOLD! Certain restrictions apply New and Used Kermit Genereux, Broker ...... 681-8493 Contact Ag & Farm Parts Andy Dessellier, Assoc Broker ..791-1191 Jeff Lane, Sales...... 689-2104 DW Jones Jan Ness, Sales...... 686-6696 Chris Reierson, Sales ...... 207-8343 218-681-8221 • 1-800-950-9917 Patty Wold, Sales...... 689-4661 Joe Salwei ...... 686-8164 Management 218-547-3307 Email: [email protected] or online at Website: www.trsalvage.com ALUMINUM SHEETS www.dwjonesmanagement.com 23x35”, 0.008” thick, 75¢ each. Avail- Thief River Falls, MN 56701 able at The Times, 324 Main Avenue Equal Housing Opportunity North, TRF. (Call ahead to check CREATING availability and for large quantities.) Call 218-681-4450. 89tfe BETTER LIVING TELEHANDLER RENTALS FARMLAND FOR SALE ON BIDS 146.52 acres located in Higdem Township Polk County, Minnesota. Legal Description: The SW¼, Section 21, Township 154N, Range 50W, less 11.26 acres building site. The Quern Property. Parcel Identification Number: 37-00071-00; This parcel contains Gehl DL-6H – 40' Booms, approximately 146.52 tillable acress. 6000 pound lift capacity, Forks and Basket Avail- BID PROCEDURE: Sealed Written Bids will be received by Rokke, able Aandal & Associates, PLLC, Law Office, P.O. Box 159, Warren, MN Manitou MTL6301 56762, until 5:00 p.m. on October 9, 2020. Bids should be for the total 20' Lift Height, 6600 dollar amount, and not per acre. Those submitting qualifying bids will be Pound Lift Capacity invited to participate in a final oral bidding to be held at Rokke, Aandal & Associates, PLLC in Warren, Minnesota on October 19, 2020. TERMS OF SALE AND CLOSING: A 10% earnest money check will be NEW & PRE-OWNED EQUIPMENT AVAILABLE required by the successful bidder upon placing the highest bid at the oral bidding, with the balance due within 60 days. Seller will provide a 17270 US Highway 59 New 2020 FD140, 40' Used 2007 FD70, 40' continued abstract evidencing marketable title. Seller will convey the Thief River Falls New 2020 FD140, 40' Used 2006 974 Flexdraper, 36' property by Warranty Deed at closing. Seller reserves the right to reject 218-681-1997 Used 2016 FD75, 40' Used 2006 974 Flexdraper, 36' any and all bids. 17270 US Highway 59, Thief River Falls www.nelsoneqp.com Used 2015 FD75, 40' Used 2003 John Deere 635F 218-681-1997 • www.nelsoneqp.com Saturday, September 26, 2020 NORTHERN WATCH Page 17

Vehicles/Accessories Hay, Feed & Seed Miscellaneous Custom Services Custom Services Custom Services FOR SALE: 2005 Ford Freestyle, KITTENS TO GIVE AWAY. For sale: 158,000, 950.00; and, 1984 Mo- Carlson Prairie A Craftsman miter saw and con- Waterworths Woodshop Epoxy Coating torhome, 34ft., 76,000, 454, 2,200. crete tools. Call 218-597-3221. Call Marcus or Tim at (218) 523-3035 • Garage & Shop Floors • Basement Floors Call 218-637-0237. Seed Farm, Inc. Custom Services Viking, Minnesota • Fish House, Enclosed Trailer 2013 RAM 1500 CREW CAB: 4- Lake Bronson, MN 56734 www.waterworthswoodshop.com wheel drive, 5.7 hemi engine, 6- RICHARD’S LAWN Custom Woodworking and Finishing, Concrete Designs speed automatic transmission, towing CRP Mixtures Cabinets and Furniture. 218-681-8004 or 218-686-4419 (Cell) package, bed liner, running boards, MOWING SERVICE Commercial 30 Years of Experience. email: [email protected] back-up camera, 20” alloy wheels, air Native Grass & cond., fiberglass box topper, excel- AND LEAF PICK-UP lent shape, 89,000 miles, $18,000 Wildflowers Household Black River Au t o Bod y firm. 218-686-0149. 2t78p 218-686-9772 Appliance Repair Phone: 218-754-2693 Austin Przybylski • RUST REPAIR • DEER COLLISION MIDWEST [email protected] • RESTORATIONS • SANDBLASTING Toll Free: 1-877-733-3087 Thief River Falls, MN ROOFING • CUSTOM PAINT & FABRICATION Rummage Sales You’ve put it off for too long! FOR ALL YOUR • WINDSHIELD REPLACEMENT LARGE GROUP RUMMAGE SALE: Don’t let the damage go further. Repair Needs At 615 So. Tindolph Ave. Starting • Chain Saws • Snow Blowers (218) 964-5452 • www.blackriverautobody.com Thursday, September 24 and Fri- We’ll help you choose that • Outboards • All Small Engines day, September 25 from 9am.m to new look to your home • Lawn Mowers & Riders

6p.m., and Saturday, September 26 NORM'S REPAIR 218-683-5420 from 9a.m. to 3p.m. Great clothing Repairs, Replacement & More Located at: for small boys, girls, teens, mens and Licensed & Bonded 1207 N. Duluth, TRF • 681-3346 Advanced Computer 1331 Main Ave N ladies; shoes; jackets; sports jerseys; (Lic #20574515) Solutions & Repair Thief River Falls, MN 56701 baseball cards; books; DVDs; high (218) 681-3879 Mike Carlson - Owner chair; stroller; toys; pictures; mirrors;  On/Off Site Service  Virus Removal  New & Used Computers 20061 Center St. E. Thief River Falls Custom Combining Stihl gas trimmer; seasonal and much  Tune-ups  Data Recovery  Installations miscellaneous. 2t78p ATVs/Motorcycles Soybeans GARAGE SALE: 412 Water Ave., Have Us Find Your Solution Today!

Hourly or per acre 1985 HONDA GOLDWING ASPEN- St. Hilaire; Saturday, Sept. 26, 9-3. HANDYMAN CADE FOR SALE: Very good condi- Men, women and girls (size 10-16) Call 218-277-0028 Give Us a Call for a Free Quote! 218-686-0334 tion. Call 218-681-4155. F1t78p clothing; bedding; xmas; toys; house- SERVICES Call 218-277-0021 Mark J Paulson BS Computer Science, 401 Maple Ave S TRF hold and misc. items. F1t78p Carpentry • Household Repairs Golf Cars Replace Siding • Install Sheetrock 2012 HDK ELECTRIC GOLF CART: NW Mini Storage Garage Door Repair Lift kit, chrome wheels, rdio, excellent Deck Building, Repair & Staining H & S Construction “YOU BEND ‘EM - WE MEND ‘EM” Unit #14 Sale shape, must see, lights high low of TRF, Inc. “WE’RE EQUIPPED TO range, $6,300. 218-689-6607. Misc. household furniture, tires with rims. REPAIR ANYTHING FROM 218-689-7918 Robert Audette, Owner Hay, Feed & Seed Saturday, Sept. 26th Scott Klopp FRAMES TO WINDSHIELDS” 17279 US Highway 59 NE HAY AND STRAW FOR SALE: Call 8:30 a.m. - 2 p.m. GIVE US A CALL or text LeRoy Ose 218-689-6675. No Job Too Small Thief River Falls, MN 56701 References Available on Request 681-3952 Phone: 218-681-5503 FREE ESTIMATES Mobile 218-686-9308 “Concrete is our business” E-mail: [email protected] NORTHWEST AUTO BODY THIS AUCTION CLOSING: OCTOBER 7 Call us Today! We can bid your request and have an answer within 24 hours. & PROFESSIONAL AUTO DETAILING (CLEANING) Agriculture & Construction NEXT TO FLEET SUPPLY HWY. 1 & 59 WEST THIEF RIVER FALLS Equipment, Recreation, & More! JacobsonJacobson ConcreteConcrete && SalesSales GEATZ 419419 3rd3rd StreetStreet E,E, SuiteSuite FF •• ThiefThief RiverRiver Falls,Falls, MNMN 5670156701 Check This Out! FORD MODEL T CurtCurt JacobsonJacobson Original Model T passenger car, Hatton, ND CONSTRUCTION custom mood pickup & open cab 218-686-4669218-686-4669 body, original engine & transmission, 218-686-9000 original style windshield & steering Jim Geatz, owner InIn memorymemory ofof column, vintage Ford kerosene lamps installed, spot light, Lovell-McConnell Overhead Door Repair & Installation AdamAdam JacobsonJacobson Mfg. Hand Klaxon AH-0000H-GAH Windows, Siding or Any horn, turn signals, wire spoke wheels, License# Other Home Repair Shop Floors, Footings, Walls, Foundations, was used in parades, S/N:10219435 BC-20470478 & Insured “Geatz Gets The Job Done.” Dirt Work & Snow Removal 2011 DEMCO 850 GRAIN CART 1981 JOHN DEERE 4440 1986 HONDA BIG RED ATC250ES Hallock, MN Hatton, ND Hatton, ND FALLS TOWING Northern Garage Door, LLC Commercial - Residential • Overhead Doors • Electric Openers • Sales Troy Ellingson - Owner/Operator • Weather Stripping • Door Adjustment 218.684.5100 Service, Repair and Installation of ALL Brands Towing, Jump Starts, Lockouts, 40 years experience • Free estimates StefSteffesGroup.comfesGroupScott.com Steffes ND81, MN14-51 Recovery, Winch-Outs, “Buy the Best for Less” AC & Tire Change Services, For consignor info & location, Advertising Deadlines are the 1st & 15th of every month! Mechanic & General Repairs Toll Free : 888-285-9232 terms, lot listing & photos Whenever you’re ready to sell, we’re here with your opportunity. Over 26 Years of Service visit SteffesGroup.com Our online auctions allow successful bidding anytime, anywhere, & any place! to the Community Michael: 218-209-0547 2020 FORD ESCAPE SEL AWD 2020 FORD F-150 SUPERCREW 4X4 ROAD CONSTRUCTION UPDATE

To get to Northern Motors please Barzen Ave. take 1st street to Barzen Ave. then 1st Street take a left on Frontage Rd. Water access via Barzen Ave. only Tower

TRUCKS T20018 T20011 2017 GMC Double Cab SLE White, 12k...... $34,000 2017 Chevy 2500 HD Crew Cab LT White, 92k ...... $33,000 2020 Ford Escape SEL AWD 1.5L Ecoboost 2020 Ford F-150 SuperCrew XLT 4x4 2.7L V6 2017 Chevy Double Cab LT Gray, 35k ...... $32,000 Engine, 8-Speed Transmission, Fog Lamps, Ecoboost Engine, 10-Speed Automatic 2017 Chevy Double Cab LT Blue, 27k...... $32,000 Hands-Free Liftgate, Heated Steering Wheel, Transmission, Cruise Control, Fordpass Connect 2016 Chevy Double Cab LT Z71 White, 46k...... $30,000 Rear View Camera, Reverse Sensing, Sirius 4G Wi-Fi, Rear View Camera, Fog Lamps, 2018 Chevy Crew Cab LT Black, 86k...... $30,000 XM®, Heated 10-Way Power Driver’s Seat, Halogen Headlamps, Locking Removable Tailgate, Power Windows, Power Door Locks, 2017 Chevy Colorado Crew Cab LT Gray, 37k ...... $28,500 Ford Co-Pilot 360, Remote Start System, Pre-Collision Assist With AEB, Remote Start 2017 Chevy Colorado LT Gray, 28k...... $28,000 Securicode Keyless Keypad, SYNC3® 8” 2017 GMC Canyon Crew Cab SLE Bronze, 58k...... $26,500 with FordPass App, SYNC3® 8” Screen, Screen, 18” Aluminum Wheels, Voice Activated 2015 Chevy Crew Cab LT Red, 137k...... $22,000 Securicode Keyless Keypad, 17” Silver Painted 2013 Chevy Crew Cab LTZ Red, 99k...... $22,000 Touch Screen Navigation System, Adaptive Aluminum Wheels, Class IV Trailer Hitch. 2014 Chevy Crew Cab LT Silver, 150k...... $21,000 Cruise And More. MSRP ...... $32,740 MSRP ...... $46,165 2012 Ford F-150 Crew Cab XLT Maroon, 109k ...... $18,000 Retail Cash ...... -2,750 F-Series Retail Cash ...... -3,750 2011 Chevy Avalanche LT Black, 107k ...... $18,000 Select Inventory Cash...... -750 Trade-In Assistance Cash*...... -1,750 SAVE 2006 Ram 2500 MegaCab SLT Cummins Maroon, 178k ...... $10,000 SAVE Retail Trade-In Assist Cash* ...... -1,000* Select Inventory Retail Cash ...... -750 Thief River Ford Discount...... -800 Thief River Ford Discount...... -3,166 OVER 2008 Chevy Extended Cab LS Purple, 175k...... $9,000 $ $ 2006 Chevy Extended Cab LS White, 175k...... $8,000 5,300* Your Price $27,440 Your Price $36,749 9,300* CARS *Customer must trade-in a 1995 or newer Car, Truck or SUV to be eligible for Trade-In Assistance Programs. 2018 Chevy Malibu LT White, 48k...... $16,000 PRE-OWNED INVENTORY! 2017 Chevy Impala LT White, 65k...... $16,000 SUVS / VANS ‘01 Ford Windstar SEL ‘12 Ford Explorer XLT 4x4 2017 Chevy Suburban LT - Midnight Edition Black, 68k ...... $39,500 S2106 V6, Bucket Seats, Dual Pwr. Doors, 177k...... $4,999 S2105 V6, Ht’d Leather, 3rd Row Seating, 102k...... $15,499 2017 GMC Acadia SLE AWD White, 29k ...... $26,000 2017 Chevy Traverse LT AWD Gray, 39k...... $25,000 ‘08 Ford Escape SE 4WD ‘12 Ford F-150 SuperCrew XLT 4x4 2017 Chevy Traverse LT AWD Black, 46k...... $25,000 2017 Chevy Traverse LT AWD Black, 35k...... $24,000 T20085B V6, Cloth, 150k ...... $5,999 T20084A 3.5 EcoBoost, Long Box, Topper, 116k...... $18,999 2016 GMC Acadia SLE AWD White, 43k ...... $24,000 2016 Buick Enclave CXL AWD White Diamond, 51k...... $24,000 ‘07 Jeep Liberty 4x4 ‘17 Ford Escape SE 4WD 2017 Chevy Traverse LT AWD Silver, 55k...... $23,000 2016 GMC Acadia SLT AWD Gray, 85k ...... $21,500 T20053C 4Cyl., Cloth, Latitude, 76k...... $8,999 B2102 1.5L Ecob., Reverse Sens., Cloth, 35k...... $21,499 2018 Chevy Equinox LT AWD White, 30k ...... $20,500 2018 Chevy Equinox LT AWD Pepperd, 39k...... $20,000 ‘12 Ford Fusion SEL ‘17 Ford Escape SE 4WD 2015 Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk Gray, 69k ...... $19,000 2017 Chevy Equinox LS Gray, 33k...... $18,500 C20050B 4 Cyl., Ht’d Leather, Moonroof, 97k ...... $9,999 B2101 1.5L Ecoboost, Ht’d Cloth, 25k...... $21,999 2017 Chevy Equinox LT AWD White, 31k ...... $18,500 2017 Chevy Equinox LT AWD Black, 32k...... $18,500 ‘15 Chrysler 200 Limited ‘17 Ford F-150 SuperCab XLT 4x4 2018 Chevy Equinox LT AWD White, 51k ...... $18,000 2018 Chevy Equinox LT AWD White, 52k ...... $18,000 B2075B 4 Cyl., Cloth, 99k...... $10,999 T20096A 2.7 Ecoboost, Sports Pckg, Cloth, 57k...... $27,499 2014 GMC Acadia SLE AWD Gray, 119k...... $15,000 2015 Chevy Equinox LT AWD Blue, 67k ...... $14,500 ‘13 Chev Traverse LT 4Dr AWD ‘17 Ford Explorer XLT 4WD 2015 Chevy Equinox LT AWD Maroon, 88k ...... $14,000 $ $ 2013 Mazda CX-5 Grand Touring AWD Black, 101k...... $12,500 T20081C V6, Cloth, 3rd Row Seating, 119k...... 11,999 B2096 V6, Ht’d Leather, Moonroof, 47k...... 29,999 2015 GMC Terrain SLE AWD White, 123k ...... $11,000 PRE-OWNED VEHICLES 2014 Chevy Equinox LT AWD Silver, 114k ...... $10,000 ‘13 Ford Escape SEL AWD ‘19 Ford F-150 SuperCrew Lariat 4x4 2013 Nissan Rogue S AWD Gray, 100k...... $9,000 T20091B 2.0 ,Leather, Navigation, 99k...... $12,999 T20098A 3.5 Eco., Nav., Loaded, Lng Box, 36k...... $46,999

If you don’t see what you’re looking for - let us find it for you! ‘17 Ford Fusion SE ‘19 Ford Expedition Limited 4WD

(800) 955-6053 • (218) 681-4820 T19058A 4 Cyl., New Tires, Rear Camera, 86k...... $13,999 B2104 3.5 Ecoboost, Nav., Moonroof, Lea., 27k...... $55,999 HWY. 1 & 59 W. • THIEF RIVER FALLS, MN Check out our new website updated daily at EXTENDED (800) 295-3673 SALES HOURS Thief River (218) 681-2660 802 Highway 1 West NORTHERNMOTORSINC.COM Mon - Friday...... 8 a.m. - 6 p.m. Saturday ...... 8 a.m. - 2 p.m. Thief River Falls www.thiefriverfordinc.com Page 18 NORTHERN WATCH Saturday, September 26, 2020 Give Your Play A Bump on the Hump!

WEDNESDAYS 6PM-10PM

$50 Migizi Play goes Win up to 2X per night, to a hot seat winner and give your every 30 minutes! Migizi Play a bump!

SEVENCLANSCASINO.COM Visit the Player’s Club for full details. Management reserves all rights.

Check out the NW Minnesota Jobs page online at www.trftimes.com

Pinner Sectional 85w 124d 38h. SKU# PASH201 PILLOWS NOT INCLUDED. FINAL PRICE. NO FURTHER DISCOUNTS. ®

Hot BUYS! $775

Pinner Ottoman HOT BUY $245 SKU# 2010107 ®

® Hot BUYS! Hot BUYS! Hot

Includes 4 accent pillows! charcoal

Genova Sofa Draco Rocker Recliner 80w 38d 37h. SKU# 4230438 37.5w 37d 42h. SKU# QK1015072 FINAL PRICE. NO FURTHER DISCOUNTS. FINAL PRICE. NO FURTHER DISCOUNTS. $29999 $375 Marabela 5 Piece Counter Set toffee BUYS 59w 42d 37h. SKU# PTOP931 of the week FINAL PRICE. NO FURTHER DISCOUNTS. Gambrel Queen Bed 63w 85d 59h. SKU# PKIT247 ® $ 99 FINAL PRICE. NO FURTHER DISCOUNTS. Hot ! 599 BUYS! $24999

®

Hot BUYS!

Rambler Wall Mirror 23.75w 2.25d 23.75h. Marnina SKU# QK1014927 Set of 2 Table Lamps 13.88w 13.88d 24.25h. Sealy Posturepedic SKU# QK1020063 Exultant Cushion Firm FINAL PRICE. NO FURTHER DISCOUNTS. Queen Mattress $ $ 99 SKU# QK1018460 394 49 SPECIAL PURCHASE! ®

Hot BUYS! $9999

® Thief River Falls 1875 Hwy 59 South slumberland 218-681-3266 Mon-Sat: 10-5 Sun: Closed FURNITURE Prices valid thru 10/3/20 **HOT BUYS, special purchases, closeouts, as is, sale, and advertised items, and some brands, including Tempur-Pedic, Stearns & Foster, Posturepedic Hybrid and My Pillow are always at their lowest price and excluded from sale pricing or additional discounts. Room package savings are based on the combined total of the Slumberland Low Price of each item when purchased separately. Percentage savings on some items are based on the Slumberland list price. The Slumberland list price is the current, future or former offering price of the same or comparable merchandise at Slumberland or another retailer. Actual sales may not have occurred at list price. Prices, merchandise or offers may vary slightly by market. Some merchandise may not be available at all locations. Clearance Outlets feature overstock, clearance and sample bargains; special offers may not apply. Custom orders require a non-refundable down payment and may be at an additional charge. See store for details. In the event of an error in this ad, correction notices will be posted in our stores.