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FL’s newest eatery focuses on fresh, local

Photo by Jason DeMoeEric Ernst opened the doors to his Ernie’s Eatery on Feb. 28.
After years working in restaurants and around food in a variety of ways, Eric Ernst knew it was time to settle in to a place of his own where the creativity could be all his own. Through a somewhat odd series of events, downtown Forest Lake became home to his Ernie’s Eatery.
“I came and ate at what used to be Cilantro’s, and although I wasn’t a big fan of the food, I was curious about the space,” Ernst said. “Two months later, I saw that it was available on Craigslist, and I couldn’t believe my eyes.”broadstreet.zone(48036);
Ernst contacted the landlords of the space at 143 Lake St. N. and learned that they had no idea that a business was being sold out of their space on Craigslist. After a short discussion, a proper price was agreed upon,

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Gerald “Jerry” L. Brott

Beloved Father, Brother, Husband, SonGerald Brott, age 73, of Burleson, TX, formerly of Scandia, MN passed away unexpectedly while vacationing in South Padre Island, TX on February 27, 2017.
Jerry enjoyed traveling, golfing, fishing, motorcycling, and spending time with his children and grandchildren.
Survived by wife, Laverne; children, David Brott (Tammy), Kelly Garbe (Randy), Lisa Brott, Laura Martinson (Bill); step-children in Texas, Steven (Joselyn), Sherry (Chris); grandchildren, Christopher, Gus, Katelyn, Arriana, Talia, and Gavin; brother, Bruce (Eileen); sister, Karen (Ray); nieces, nephews, many relatives and friends.
Visitation 10:30 a.m., Mass 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., burial after Mass, Thursday, March 16, 2017 at St. Mary’s, 4741 Bald Eagle Ave., White Bear Lake. Luncheon will follow burial.

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Forest Lake Events

All night senior party volunteers
The Forest Lake all night senior party committee is seeking volunteers to help plan the 2017 party. If interested, email flseniorparty@gmail.com. The all night party will be held June 9 after graduation. Visit goo.gl/5eRyVF to sign up for a volunteer spot.
Hockey bus
Miller and Stevens will be hosting Coach bus transportation to the boys state hockey tournament March 10 with the bus departing at 4 p.m. from 92 S. Lake St. The game ticket is not included. Please RSVP to amber@millerstevens.com or call 651-462-0206.
Family history day
The Hardwood Creek Library will host a family history day March 10 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. featuring photo and memorabilia scanning, free family portraits, a seminar on preserving your digital memories (11 a.m.), local stories told by Brent Peterson of the Washington County Historical Society (1 p.m.), and a seminar on geneaology basics (2 p.m.). Pre-register at the library or

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