Archive for 'VIP of the Week'
VIP of the Week: Karl Schreck, Candidate for Sheriff
Posted on 16. Oct, 2010 by Rose M Garland.
Mr. Schreck is a well-rounded person who is both extremely bright and very committed to furthering the community. Very likable and easy to talk to, he has had a calling to be in law enforcement since he was a young child.
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VIP of the Week: Police Lieutenant Rick Duncan, Candidate for Sheriff
Posted on 09. Oct, 2010 by Rose M Garland.
Rick Duncan comes across as a genuine, honest person, who believes in what he’s trying to do, and in helping the community become an even better place. I was really struck by his compassion for troubled teens, and his absolute belief that any person can change their circumstances for the better.
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VIP of the Week: Detective Tim Tougas
Posted on 18. Sep, 2010 by Rose M Garland.
There is a stereotype of detectives out there, and it is one of the few stereotypes that isn’t based on gender. Detectives are supposed to be surly, sometimes moody, detached, tough, and smart. And yet, no matter how bad tempered they may be, we love them anyway – Detectives are just that cool. Maybe it [...]
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VIP of the Week: Jane Ehlers, Fairview Hospice HHA
Posted on 22. Aug, 2010 by Rose M Garland.
The VIP of the week this week is an amazing lady named Jane Ehlers who is a Home Health Aide. It takes great strength, courage and compassion to work at a hospice, and this lady has all of that and something extra – a true love and joy for her patients and in caring for [...]
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Nominate a VIP of the Week!
Posted on 14. Aug, 2010 by Rose M Garland.
The goal of the VIP of the Week column is to highlight people, businesses or organizations that really do good things for people in the community. You don't have to be a business or organization head, or the head of anything, in fact, to be a person who does good things for the community. VIP's [...]
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VIP of the Week: Chief Kevin Stenson, L.A.P.D.
Posted on 31. Jul, 2010 by Rose M Garland.
Never having met an actual Police Chief before, I wasn't sure what to expect meeting Chief Kevin Stenson. In fact, Chief Stenson is just the kind of person you'd want running things, and is a perfect VIP for this week. It seems as if all children pretend to be policemen or women at some point, [...]
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VIP of the Week: Bill Mack
Posted on 25. Jul, 2010 by Rose M Garland.
Bill (William) Mack makes you think of one of those teachers in high school that had utmost patience and kindness towards kids, and really inspired you to learn. Lo and behold, Bill Mack WAS a schoolteacher in a previous life. This inspirational community figure not only taught classes for most of his early career, but [...]
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VIP Business of the Week: Daniela’s Cioccalato in Forest Lake
Posted on 18. Jul, 2010 by Rose M Garland.
Mmmm, chocolate. Hand-made chocolate even… heavenly. Daniela’s Cioccalato in Forest Lake is a phenomenal find in Forest Lake, and this shop is not just one of a kind, but it is also, sincerely One of the Best Kind. This quaint, cozy store has a wealth of treasures inside. From fresh Gelato to hand-made chocolates and [...]
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VIP of the Week: Doris Zacho
Posted on 10. Jul, 2010 by Rose M Garland.
VIP of the Week: Doris Zacho, The City of Chisago, Parks Department There are times that you meet or speak to someone that makes you remember how great life can be. Doris Zacho is one of those people that make you feel good in a naturally effortless way. Although she’ll tell you she’s no angel, [...]
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VIP Featured Business: Sven’s Comfort Shoes
Posted on 03. Jul, 2010 by Rose M Garland.
Sven’s Comfort Shoes is owned by Marie Rivers, who is also a member of the Chisago City Council. With Sven’s Clogs, you’re not just buying any old shoe, you’re buying a gorgeous, hand-made clog, sandal or boot. With such a small team of people, Sven’s turns out more handmade clogs a year than you might [...]
