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2008 ROCORI Boys Track Preview

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This week DigElog ROCORI had the chance to catch up with the new Boys Track Coach, Lance Johnson and have him give us a sneak preview for the upcoming track season. In this story, you’ll get a chance to see the heart and dedication that these student athletes have as they practice in some harsh weather. One of the toughest issues facing the track team is getting kids to simply come out and join. Coach Johnson also shares his beliefs that track and field offers many opportunities for kids to develop lifelong friendships. DigElog ROCORI would like to wish all of the spring sports teams the best of luck during the coming season.

          

Saturday, Mar 29, 2008
Invitational	TBD	Away vs.  St. Cloud State		St. Cloud State U. Field House						Huskey Classic
Thursday, Apr 3, 2008
Meet	4:30PM	Away vs.  New London-Spicer		New London-Spicer High School		2:30PM	2:15PM
Saturday, Apr 5, 2008
Conference Tournament	1:00PM	Away vs. Little Falls, Alexandria, Brainerd, Fergus Falls, St. Cloud Apollo, Sartell, Sauk Rapids-Rice, St. Cloud Tech, Willmar		St. Cloud State U. Field House		11:15AM
Thursday, Apr 17, 2008
Invitational	4:00PM	Away vs.  Willmar		Willmar - Kennedy Elementary		1:45PM	1:30PM			Optimist Invite
Friday, Apr 25, 2008
Meet	4:30PM	Away vs.  Holdingford		Holdingford High School		2:30PM	2:15PM
Saturday, May 3, 2008
Meet	TBD	Away vs.  Sauk Rapids-Rice		Sauk Rapids Rice Middle School		1:30PM	1:15PM			Mega Meet
Thursday, May 8, 2008
True Team	3:00PM	Away vs.  Sartell		Sartell MS		1:30PM	1:15PM
Tuesday, May 13, 2008
Meet	4:00PM	Away vs.  Brainerd		Brainerd High School		1:45PM	1:30PM
Thursday, May 22, 2008
Conference Championship	3:15PM	Away vs. Little Falls, Alexandria, Brainerd, Fergus Falls, St. Cloud Apollo, Sartell, Sauk Rapids-Rice, St. Cloud Tech, Willmar		St. Cloud Apollo High School		1:30PM	1:15PM
Wednesday, May 28, 2008
Section	TBD	Away vs.  St. Cloud Apollo		St. Cloud Apollo High School						Section 8AA Prelims
Saturday, May 31, 2008
Section Final	TBD	Away vs.  Alexandria		Alexandria - Citizens Field

Special thanks to Central Minnesota Federal Credit Union who sponsored this story.   The Central Minnesota Federal Credit Union in Cold Spring is proud to support the rich tradition of ROCORI athletics and the contribution it makes to student development.  At the Central Mn Federal Credit Union, all ROCORI athletes are Champions in our community.

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ROCORI High School Emergency

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2:30 pm
Late this afternoon, some sort of chemical release occurred in the swimming pool at ROCORI High School. Unofficially about a dozen students were treated with oxygen and then transported to the St. Cloud Hospital for further observation. No one appears to be seriously injured.

Local authorities are now sending in testing crews to find out exactly
what happened and how the situation can be remedied.

More on this story to follow....

3:30 News Conference

Firefighter and Mayor Doug Schmitz gave further details as to the happenings this afternoon.  As reported earlier the incident took place in the ROCORI High School pool area about 1:30 pm this afternoon.  The emergency personnel were contacted at 1:41 pm when two of the students reported some difficulty with breathing. 

The building was immediately cleared of all students and staff.  A "hot zone" was created for all who were experiencing problems and needed treatment.  Students who had not be affected by the possible chlorine accident were moved to near by Cold Spring Elementary and directed to the gymnasium there.

A hazardous materials team arrived from St. Cloud at 2:22 pm. 

A total of 37 students and one staff member were involved with the afternoon emergency.  Four victims were transported to the Paynesville hospital and the rest went to St. Cloud Hospital including one by air ambulance.

What happens to chlorine in the body?

When chlorine enters the body as a result of breathing, swallowing, or skin contact, it reacts with water to produce acids. The acids are corrosive and damage cells in the body on contact.

What are the immediate health effects of chlorine exposure?

Most harmful chlorine exposures are the result of inhalation. Health effects typically begin within seconds to minutes. Following chlorine exposure, the most common symptoms are:

• Airway irritation
• Wheezing
• Difficulty breathing
• Sore throat
• Cough
• Chest tightness
• Eye irritation
• Skin irritation

The severity of health effects depend upon the route of exposure, the dose and the duration of exposure to chlorine. Breathing high levels of chlorine causes fluid build-up in the lungs, a condition known as pulmonary edema. The development of pulmonary edema may be delayed for several hours after exposure to chlorine. Contact with compressed liquid chlorine may cause frostbite of the skin and eyes.

What can you do if you think you may have been exposed to a release of chlorine?

If you have been exposed to a release of chlorine, take the following steps:

• Quickly move away from the area where you think you were exposed. If the release was indoors, go outdoors.
  • If you are near a release of chlorine, emergency coordinators may tell you to either evacuate the area or to "shelter in place." To "shelter in place" means to remain indoors to avoid being exposed to the chemical. While indoors, shut and lock all doors and windows, turn off air conditioners, fans and heaters, and close fireplace dampers.
  • For more information on evacuation during a chemical emergency, see Facts About Evacuation (http://www.bt.cdc.gov/planning/evacuationfacts.asp). For more information on sheltering in place during a chemical emergency, see Facts About Sheltering in Place (http://www.bt.cdc.gov/planning/Shelteringfacts.asp).
• Quickly remove any clothing that may have chlorine on it. If possible, clothing that is normally removed over the head (like t-shirts and sweaters) should be cut off the body to prevent additional contact with the agent.
  • Place your clothing inside a plastic bag and seal the bag tightly.
  • Do not handle the plastic bag, and wait for instructions on proper disposal.
  • Disposing of your clothing in a sealed bag helps protect you and other people from additional exposure.
  • Store the bagged clothing in a secure location away from people, especially children.
• Quickly wash any chlorine from your skin with large amounts of soap and water, and flush your eyes with large amounts of water.
  • Remove and dispose of contact lenses.
  • Wash eyeglasses with soap and water before wearing.
• If needed, seek medical attention right away.

How is chlorine exposure treated?

To limit health effects from exposure to chlorine, wash eyes and skin as quickly as possible with large amounts of water.

There is no antidote for chlorine poisoning, but chlorine's effects are treatable, and most people recover. People who experience serious health effects (such as severe eye or airway irritation, severe coughing, difficulty breathing, pulmonary edema) may need hospital care.

ROCORI Basketball vs Sauk Rapids

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The ROCORI Spartan Boy’s Basketball team has had a solid season and they looked to keep their post-season rolling as they took on the Sauk Rapids Storm. The Storm had just beaten ROCORI, and the Spartan seniors had revenge on their minds. Carried by strong defense and their senior leadership, the Spartans withheld the Storm attack and advanced to play the St. Cloud Apollo Eagles.

Special thanks to Central Minnesota Federal Credit Union who sponsored this story.   The Central Minnesota Federal Credit Union in Cold Spring is proud to support the rich tradition of ROCORI athletics and the contribution it makes to student development.  At the Central Mn Federal Credit Union, all ROCORI athletes are Champions in our community.

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Fund Raising Talent Show * Alivia Tacheny

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Alivia Tacheny plays the piano for the sixth act in the ROCORI Talent Show. She is a wonderful piano player and enjoys playing. She is a 6th grader at Cold Spring Elementary. She has a great amount of talent and is proud to show it off in this act of the talent show. This is just one of the many entertaining acts in the, "Friends of the Library Variety Show."  Stay tuned for more variety show acts in the coming weeks.


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ROCORI Veteran Story

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Last week, the St Cloud V.A. held a community round-table event to discuss the serious issues that are faced by returning soldiers. Other Veterans and elected officials spoke at the event as they tried to bring awareness to this issue. There was a positive turnout and those involved hope that many more concerned citizens will show up to voice their support at the next discussion, which is on April 21, 2008. Thanks to all that are involved with this important issue.

Meet Our Sponsors: Richmond Bus Service & Stoney's Bar

Week In Review 3.16 - 3.22.2008

 

 

Granite Company Downtown Project: Gary Theisen

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On Thursday, March 13th, the Cold Spring Area Chamber sponsored a noon luncheon where the topic of discussion was Cold Spring Granite's Downtown project.  This story includes a presentation made by Cold Spring Granite project leader Gary Theisen.


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The video story above includes an interview with Cold Spring City Administrator Larry Lahr.  Larry digs into the Cold Spring Granite Downtown Project where the city is being asked to consider millions of dollars of Tax Increment Financing.  Larry's video explanation of the proposal is intermingled with scenes from the old plant site where a massive demolition project is underway.  This includes views from all sides of the project.

Lawrence Dockendorf (Obituary)

Age 90

Cold Spring

September 5, 1917 – March 21, 2008

Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, March 25, 2008 at St. Boniface Catholic Church in Cold Spring, MN for Lawrence Dockendorf, age 90, who died Friday at the Assumption Nursing Home.  Burial will be in the parish cemetery.

Relatives and friends may call after 4:00 p.m. Monday at the Wenner Funeral Home in Cold Spring and from 9:00 – 10:30 a.m. Tuesday in the Narthex of St. Boniface Church, Cold Spring.  The St. Joseph’s Society will pray a rosary at 4:00 p.m. with the Cold Spring American Legion saying a prayer at 6:00 p.m. and Parish Prayers will be at 7:30 p.m. Monday evening in the funeral home.

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2008 Community Showcase March 29th III

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