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Rep. Kelly Moller prepares for last year in Minnesota House BY MAYA BETTI CONTRIBUTING WRITER
Merhar, Tim’s wife of 17 years. Tim, 41, tragically passed away on Sept. 4, 2025, in a plane crash near the Cambridge Municipal Airport. After his death, it was discovered he suffered from
As Minnesota lawmakers convene for another legislative session, Rep. Kelly Moller (40A) is entering the Capitol with a different awareness than in years past. After four terms representing Arden Hills, Shoreview, New Brighton and surrounding communities, Moller announced she will not seek re-election in October, making this year her last in the Minnesota House. Moller, who has served since 2019, said the decision had been weighing on her during the 2024 election cycle. The demands of campaigning every two years — fundraising, door-knocking and statewide party work — ultimately made stepping away feel like the right choice. She was deliberate, however, in making clear what did not moti CONTRIBUTED vate her decision. After a year marked by political Kelly Moller violence in Minnesota, including the deaths of Speaker Emerita Melissa Hortman and her husband, Mark, and the shooting of Sen. John Hoffman and his wife, Yvette, Moller stressed that fear was not a factor. “I wanted to make sure that people knew I was not making this decision out of fear, because if that was the case, then the bad guys would win, right?” Moller said. “Then they think they can scare us into not running again.” As she enters her final session, she remains
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The Merhars grab a photo on one of their family adventures. Outside of aviation, Tim enjoyed hiking, biking, skiing and playing hockey.
Legacy of local aviator lives on BY MADELINE DOLBY EDITOR
Those who knew Timothy Merhar would tell you he had a bright personality and a genuine interest in others. They would also tell you he formed friendships
effortlessly and within minutes of meeting him, you would feel like you’d known him for years. “He had a great sense of humor and the prefect level of banter. He would tease people, but not too much, and somehow always get a positive response,” said Toni
Press Publications hosts 41st annual Wedding Show BY MAYA BETTI CONTRIBUTING WRITER
Press Publications and the White Bear Country Inn are set to host their 41st annual Wedding Show from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday, March 15. The event brings together top local vendors in a low-stress setting, giving brides and their guests a chance to explore everything from venues to cupcakes without the crowds or high fees of big city shows. Patty Steele, general manager at Press Publications, says the show is especially appealing to first-time attendees.
“First-timers are looking for an easy, convenient show that has a lot of good local vendors,” Steele said. According to Steele, the Wedding Show offers just that. Up to 25 vendors will be on hand, including longtime favorites like Unreal Arrangements, Midwest DJ and Creative License, as well as newcomers, such as two balloon décor companies. Attendees can browse offerings from photographers, florists, DJs, venue coordinators, bakers,
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