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Both teams head onto the field to shake one another’s hands at the end of the game. Original Article

Jodi Rehlander coaches up the defense. Original Article

Bomber Karshbaum for the Minx defends against a punt return. Original Article

Quarterback Madison Hahn rolls out looking for an open receiver. Original Article

The Minx line up in the trenches on offense in an April 11 downpour, in their dark home jerseys. Original Article

Blaine’s City Council unanimously approved a series of parking abatement assistance agreements for the 105th Avenue redevelopment district at its April 6 meeting, advancing the contract framework for the broader project. City Manager Erik Thorvig said the agreements cover the east and west parking ramps, the stadium and retail development, including Scheels, and set terms for construction, disbursement of bond proceeds and repayment sources. He said the east ramp would include about 800 stalls and the west ramp about 600. The retail agreement also requires the user to place $10 million in escrow before construction begins and maintain that amount throughout the project to help guarantee completion. ...

The Columbia Heights Economic Development Authority is offering forgivable microloans of up to $10,000 for local businesses affected by federal immigration enforcement, according to the city’s website. The loans may cover up to four months of a commercial lease or mortgage. The loans carry no interest and run for eight months. Loan forgiveness is contingent on the business continuing to operate without interruption in the same commercial space for the full eight months. ...

The Blaine City Council on April 6 unanimously approved a housing program, a senior housing revenue note and revenue bonds to help Catholic Eldercare acquire Crest View Senior Community. The request included not only city-issued conduit financing for the purchase, but also assignment of an existing tax increment financing note tied to the property, a point that drew questions from the council. Council Member Chris Massoglia asked whether the council had any interest in not extending the TIF note, which would return that money to the city’s tax base. ...

Fungi line a tree at the Innsbruck Nature Center. Original Article

Stairs downward at the Innsbruck Nature Center. Original Article