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November 25, 2024

Old National Bank in the process of buying Bremer Bank

Bremer Bank President and CEO Jeanne Crain announced Monday that Bremer is being purchased by Old National Bank, subject to regulatory approval and customary closing conditions. The letter from Crain is below,

For more than 80 years, we’ve been honored to carry out the legacy of our founder Otto Bremer. During this time, we’ve proudly served communities throughout Minnesota, North Dakota and Wisconsin. We are now writing a new chapter.

When our majority shareholder, Otto Bremer Trust (OBT), reaffirmed their interest in transferring ownership of Bremer, the Bremer Financial Corporation Board and OBT trustees worked collaboratively to identify an acquirer with a commitment to customers and connection to community similar to our own.

Today, we are announcing that Old National Bank is purchasing Bremer Bank, subject to regulatory approval and customary closing conditions.

Old National is committed to ensuring continuity and a smooth transition for all your banking relationship and ongoing financial needs. While our name will change, we are pleased that following the completion of the transaction, we will have expanded banking capabilities and enhanced resources to serve you.

Old National values you and your banking relationship. Please know that the team members you interact with will remain the same. This transition will take several months, and we will continue to provide updates and share additional information about Old National Bank. In the meantime, there will be no changes, so please continue to work with us as you typically do through your usual branch, relationship manager, or online via our mobile app or on bremer.com.

We will keep you updated as things move forward.

Thank you for trusting us to be your banking partner. We look forward to continuing to meet all your financial needs.

Sincerely,

Jeanne Crain President and CEO

Old National is the sixth largest commercial bank headquartered in the Midwest and a top 30 U.S. bank. As a regional bank with approximately $53 billion in assets, we have the heart, culture and DNA of a smaller community bank, we are proud to have strong relationships with our clients and communities and an inclusive work environment that empowers our team members to deliver their best. Old National Bank is celebrating 190 years in business in 2024 and has banks in Minnesota (mainly the Twin Cities metro), Wisconsin, Michigan, Illinois, Indiana, Ohio, and Kentucky.

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November 25, 2024

Busy Sunday for Our Savior’s Lutheran School of Crookston

It was a busy Sunday at Our Saviors Lutheran School in Crookston. Students from Our Savior’s Lutheran School sang at their worship service on Sunday, November 24. The parent-teacher group hosted a fall fundraiser meal at noon on Sunday. The parent-teacher group is grateful for all those who participated and showed their support for Our Saviors Lutheran School, its teachers, and its students.

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November 25, 2024

2 killed, 1 injured in Civil Air Patrol plane crash in Colorado

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A Civil Air Patrol plane crash Saturday morning in Colorado left two people dead and a third “severely injured,” according to authorities. The Civil Air Patrol confirmed that the occupants of the Cessna 182 were participating in a search and rescue training exercise when the plane went down in a wooded area of Larimer County. The Civil Air Patrol is the official civilian auxiliary of the Air Force.

The Larimer County Sheriff’s Office said in a statement Saturday night that the crash on Storm Mountain, about 80 miles north of Denver, was reported shortly after 11 a.m. Responding deputies found all three people who were on board, with two later confirmed dead.

Colorado Gov. Jared Polis identified the deceased as pilot Susan Wolber and aerial photographer Jay Rhoten. The person who was injured was identified as the co-pilot. According to Polis, the Colorado Army National Guard airlifted the co-pilot to a medical facility for care, which the Larimer County Sheriff’s Office describing the survivor’s injuries as “severe.” Polis said of those on board that they “wanted to help make Colorado a better, safer place for all. The State of Colorado is grateful for their commitment to service and it will not be forgotten.”

Maj. Gen. Regena Aye, national commander of Civil Air Patrol, said in a statement: “Our deepest sympathies go out to the families, members, and friends affected by this tragic event. Our members serve because they care about America’s communities. Our people are our most important resource, and we are committed to ensuring their safety and security. Civil Air Patrol will cooperate fully with the National Transportation Safety Board in the investigation to learn more about the factors that contributed. We are grateful for the outpouring of support from our members, communities, and partners, who have expressed support during this difficult time.”

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November 25, 2024

2 fraternity members charged in death of 20-year-old Dartmouth College student

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Authorities in New Hampshire have charged two Dartmouth College fraternity members in the death of 20-year-old student Won Jang. Per ABC News, Jang, 20, was found dead by the Connecticut River on the school’s New Hampshire campus in July.

The Hanover Police Department said in news release that two members of the Beta Alpha Omega fraternity, identified as Matthew Catrambone and Samuel Terry, were each charged with a misdemeanor for providing alcohol to a person under 21 during a party on July 6. Dartmouth’s Alpha Phi sorority also has been charged as a corporation for facilitating an underage alcohol party.

Jang — who was a member of Beta Alpha Omega — had attended an off-campus party organized by the sorority, where he was given alcohol by the fraternity members. Most of the attendees at the party were under the age of 21 and consuming alcoholic beverages. According to the Hanover Police Department, towards the end of the party, several attendees “made a spontaneous decision to swim in the river,” where Dartmouth has docks for students. A heavy rainstorm hit the area, and Jang – who could not swim – was left behind. His body was recovered in the river by a search and rescue team on July 7. Following an autopsy, the New Hampshire Chief Medical Examiner’s Office determined that Jang’s cause of death was drowning, with a oxicology report later finding that he had a blood alcohol level of 0.167 at the time of his death.

Dartmouth College said in a statement: “The entire Dartmouth community is grieving over the tragic loss of Won Jang. Our counseling team has been by the family’s side since yesterday, and Dartmouth is providing every possible support it can to Won’s parents, family and friends.”

A Dartmouth spokesperson added in a statement that the college’s Greek organizations have “a responsibility to keep its members and other students safe. Dartmouth has long valued the contributions that Greek organizations bring to the student experience, when they are operating within their stated values and standards. These organizations, as well as all Dartmouth students and community members, have a responsibility to ensure Dartmouth remains a safe, respectful, equitable and inclusive community for students, faculty and staff. Following the tragic loss of Won Jang during the summer, Dartmouth immediately suspended both Alpha Phi and Beta Alpha Omega, and an internal investigation was initiated. These suspensions remain in effect pending the results of Dartmouth’s internal investigation and conduct process, which is still ongoing.”

The college added that it would be increasing security presence near its swimming docks as well as more lighting and signage for swimmers.

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November 25, 2024

ARREST/FIRE REPORT NOVEMBER 25

The Northwest Regional Corrections Center in Crookston reported the following arrests –

The arrest of Nadine Kay Sperling, 41, of Crookston, on August 8th, 2024 (posted August 12th, 2024), under suspicion of DUI, was found to be a result of a medical condition. No charges were made against her in this matter.

Scott Allen Schmitz, 56, was arrested in East Grand Forks for DUI

Christopher George Rick, 48, of Warren, for Driving with a canceled license.

Dylan Matthew Klade, 32, of Climax, for failure to appear.

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November 25, 2024

ARREST/FIRE REPORT NOVEMBER 25

The Northwest Regional Corrections Center in Crookston reported the following arrests –

Scott Allen Schmitz, 56, was arrested in East Grand Forks for DUI

Christopher George Rick, 48, of Warren, for Driving with a canceled license.

Dylan Matthew Klade, 32, of Climax, for failure to appear.

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November 25, 2024

See Jack Black, Post Malone in the Paramount+ film ‘Dear Santa’

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Paramount+ released a trailer for ‘Dear Santa,’ starring Jack Black and premiering on the streaming service today, Nov. 25th.

The two-minute teaser for the film show a young boy named Liam (played by Robert Timothy Smith) addressing a letter to Santa; but the narrator explains, he’s a “crappy speller” and accidentally writes “To: Satan” instead. Once summoned, the devil (Jack Black) promises to grant Liam three wishes.

Keegan-Michael Key, Brianne Howey, Hayes MacArthur, Post Malone, P.J. Byrne, Jaden Carson Baker and Kai Cech also star in Dear Santa, which premieres Nov. 25 on Paramount+.

Check out the trailer: HERE.

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November 25, 2024

CBS renews ‘Matlock’ starring Kathy Bates for Season 2

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VARIETY reported that CBS’s new series Matlock starring Kathy Bates will return for a second season on CBS.

Matlock is a reboot of the 1986-1995 series of the same name starring Andy Griffith. The show reimagines Griffith’s Ben Matlock as Matty Matlock (Kathy Bates), a new associate at a prestigious New York law firm, with the character “using her unassuming demeanor and wily tactics to win cases all while investigating a deeply personal secret of her own.” Skye P. Marshall, Jason Ritter, David Del Rio and Leah Lewis also star.

CBS Entertainment president Amy Reisenbach said of the reboot: “This re-conceived ‘Matlock’ was devised by Jennie Snyder Urman with a brilliant surprise plot twist, and we knew we had something very special the moment we saw the first episode brought to life by the incredibly talented Kathy Bates. The audience reception and critical acclaim for it has been overwhelming. We can’t wait to get started on a second season.”

Matlock debuted Sept. 22 on CBS and airs Thursdays at 9 p.m. The show is also available to stream on Paramount+.

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November 25, 2024

Alice Florence Sebenaler – OBIT

Alice Florence Sebenaler, 98, of Mentor, MN, passed away on November 22, 2024 peacefully at home with her loving children at her side. She was born on May 6, 1926, to beloved parents Anthony and Josephine (Hoffman) Janorschke, in Pierz, MN.

In the early years of her life, Alice’s family lived in the St. Cloud and Little Falls area before moving to Yankton, South Dakota, and finally settling in Mentor. She was the oldest of four siblings, which included her sisters, Marie “Mick” and Joan, and brothers Alby and Robert “Bob.” Alice recounted her family with many fond memories she had of growing up in Mentor at the old Hall Farm, including skating on Lake “Mabobalice.”

Alice graduated from Mentor High School with the class of 1944. After graduation, Alice went to Grand Forks to work in the hospital for a brief time. After a short time in Grand Forks, she moved to Minneapolis to attend Beck Radio School and, in November 1944, she graduated, passed her FCC examination, received her radio license, and was offered a job in Alaska which she declined the offer to begin her life with Ronald “Ron” Sebenaler who was serving in the Army Air Corps.

Alice and Ron married on May 6, 1946 on her twentieth birthday. The newlyweds honeymooned in Bemidji and went to Itasca State Park. Initially they lived on the original Sebenaler homestead next to their current beloved farm where they began to raise their six children.

Alice spent her days as a dedicated homemaker in addition to being a part of the Mentor PTA, Ladies Guild, and in St. Lawrence taught Sunday School for many years. She also held offices in the American Legion Auxiliary, Mentor Garden Club, Homemakers Club, Catholic Daughters, Eagles Auxiliary, and was an emergency rural mail carrier for years. Alice also belonged to the Golden Link in Crookston, where she volunteered well into her senior years.

Alice and Ron, known as “Nana and Bumpa” to their grandchildren, created wonderful memories on the farm which included a plentiful jar of home baked cookies, games of badminton and croquet, slip-n-slide on the slope, evenings around the kitchen table playing cards, Taboo, Pictionary, or Boggle, enjoying rhubarb sauce, camping under the oaks and stars, roller coasters at the Fertile Fair, mud fights in “Mud Lake,” swinging on the swing, summer days sunbathing, swimming and picnicking at the beaches of Lakeview or Oak Cove, and plenty of play with the farm cats, turtles, tadpoles, frogs, and toads. There was always loads of love and laughter!

Alice and Ron’s legacy lives on through their children: Tom (Joan) Sebenaler, Jude (Jerry) Tarkowski, JoAnne (Dean) Terry, Teri (Jay) Sebenaler Koreny, Scott (Donna) Sebenaler; Grandchildren: Heidi (Toby) Spilde, Tony Sebenaler, Allison (Joe) DeCamillis, Chris (Tia) Tarkowski, Shane (Dana) Terry, Rhonda Steltenpohl, Josh (Bex) Terry, Kim Tarkowski, April (Jeff) Lamb, and Shane Koreny; Great-Grandchildren: Beau Spilde, Payton and Jordan Steltenpohl, Lily, Violet and Willow Tarkowski, and Luca and Siena DeCamillis. Several of her great-grandchildren got to enjoy the wonders of the farm and the warm (and competitive) spirit of their “Nana Great” which often included arm wrestling, dominos, and endless games of Farkle.

Alice had a zest for life and lived it fully for ninety-eight years. In those years, she loved going to church, Shooting Star casino, playing bingo, watching anything Minnesota sports including Vikings, Twins, Timberwolves, Lynx, Wild, spending time traveling especially to Hawaii, and preferred being barefoot or in flip-flops as long as she could during the year. Alice was able to stay on her farm until her final breath, some of her last words were, “I had a really good life. I was very lucky. Make sure to tell everyone I love them.”

Alice is preceded in death by her beloved husband Ron; parents Tony and Josephine Janorschke; eldest son, Richard “Rick” Sebenaler; her siblings Alby Janorschke, Bob Janorschke, Joan Renner, and Mickey Josten; her dear son-in-law Dean Terry; and many more loving aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, brothers & sisters in-laws, and relatives.

Funeral services will be provided by Stenshoel-Houske Funeral & Cremation Service. The Mass of Christian Burial will take place at St. Lawrence Catholic Church in Mentor, MN, on Wednesday, November 27, 2024, at noon. Visitation will be held one-hour prior to Mass. Burial will take place the same day at St. Lawrence Catholic Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation in her memory to any of Alice’s favorite organizations: Fertile Ambulance Service, Mentor Fire Department, Northland Food Bank, Gilda’s Club Minnesota, or Hospice of Red River Valley.

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November 25, 2024

CHS Beginning Welding Classes Visit With Recruiter for Valley Plains Equipment

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On Tuesday, November 19th, a recruiter for Valley Plains Equipment visited Mr. Oliver’s Beginning Welding classes at Crookston High School. The recruiter, Casey Koop, is based in Fargo, ND, and visits High Schools and Colleges all over the region and in multiple states. Koop visits with students about their interest in many fields, mainly in Diesel Mechanics. As a company, they want to add staff to many locations throughout the valley. He talked about some of the incentives that Valley Plains has for students looking for a career in mechanics. Mr. Olivers says he is always appreciative of companies that are willing to take time to visit with his students here in Crookston. Mr. Oliver would like to thank Valley Plains and Casey Koop. Mr. Oliver says he likes to present opportunities to the students, but it is ultimately the student’s responsibility to follow through on that chance.

If anyone in the community or parents of any of Mr. Oliver’s students has questions, email Mr. Oliver or call him at CHS.

https://valleyplainsequipment.com/#

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