Welcome to Blue Knights® MN IV
We are located in the Minneapolis / St. Paul Metro Area.
If you are interested in joining our organization, please send an e-mail to MN4@blueknights.org We will respond to your request for further information.
Welcome to our web site. Much of the older information has been purged in order to allow new material. You will see that the club is devoted to fun and foolishness, while the web master provides unique commentaries and solicitations for more fun materials.
If you are a licensed professional peace officer, active or retired and ride a motorcycle (doesn't matter if it's 2 or 3, Loud pipes or sewing machine quiet) you probably qualify to be a member of the group. We often get asked questions about the club and they are addressed under F.A.Q.
November 29, 2024 / Black Friday Shopping
Today is the official kickoff day for Holiday shopping following Turkey Day. Please remember that the store clerks, are working today, to try and make your shopping as easy as possible.
While you are out shopping think about the people you know who don't have anyone that will be shopping for them. Senior Citizens, Someone who recently lost their job due to uncontrollable factors, victims of house fire, etc. You get the idea.
If you can pick up something special that would be appreciated. Food, gift cards to grocery stores, clothing, personal hygenie items etc.
Don't forget your favorite member of the armed forces. Yes, we all know that their diets often consist of MRE's, but send them some hard candy or other goodie that won't go bad.
Think about where they are and what would be appropriate. Carmel milk chocolate would be a hit in the warm areas of the world, but it might melt into the socks you send them by the time it arrives.
If they are in one of the long black tubes that are known to 'run silent' jawbreakers are not appropriate.
If they are in the arctic licorice might be best since if probably won't freeze.
Finally, you will see many public safety members out today. If you can do so safely give them a wave or a smile. It will mean a lot to them!
November 28, 2024 / Thanksgiving Day
Happy Turkey Day to all our friends, acquaintances, family and weird relatives. You know who you are. You are often referred to as The Usual Suspects...Smile it makes people wonder what you are up to!
November 27, 2024 / Line of Duty Death
Today, Red Lake Department of Public Safety, lost a Public Safety Officer. Officer Jesse Branch died in a motor vehicle crash while on duty. Unfortunately, the driver of the other vehicle also died.
Motor vehicle crashes are just one of the many ways individuals can be here and then gone in a moment.
The Red Lake Band of Chippewa Indians and many others are mourning these deaths.
Please say a prayer for them and their families who should be thinking about Thanksgiving and family instead of planning funerals.
November 11, 2024 / Veterans Day
Today is Veterans Day (originally known as Armistice Day) is a federal holiday in the United States observed annually on November 11, for honoring military veterans of the United States Armed Forces.[b][1][2] It began, and now coincides with other holidays, including Armistice Day and Remembrance Day, which are commemorated in other countries, marking the anniversary of the end of World War I.[3] Major hostilities of World War I were formally ended at the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month of 1918 when the Armistice with Germany went into effect. At the urging of major U.S. veteran organizations, Armistice Day was renamed Veterans Day in 1954.[4]
Veterans Day is distinct from Memorial Day, a U.S. public holiday in May: Veterans Day commemorates the service of all U.S. veterans, while Memorial Day honors those who have died while in military service.[5]Another military holiday that also occurs in May, Armed Forces Day, honors those currently serving in the U.S. military. Additionally, Women Veterans Day is recognized by a growing number of U.S. states that specifically honor women who have served in the U.S. military.
November 10, 2024
Ted E. Bear turns 39 years old today. He thought with all the government agencies being closed due to the observation of Veterans Day, they were celebrating his birthday. Did you remember to send him a card?
November 9, 2024
There is a rumor (that we started) that the incoming presidential transisition team is considering putting some of our members in place. Based on that Rumor, The following individuals should be considered.
Immigration and Customs Enforcement - June
IRS - Maury M. After all he always said we should bet on red.
Directors of Transportation- Larry K., Gravel Don and Scott G. Between them I think they have ridden every road in this country.
A New Position - Director of Positive Thinking - Obviously Pastor Mike
Speaker of the House - Morrie A. - He was never shy about expressing an opinion.
CIA - We would tell you who to consider but we can't because it's a secret!
FBI - Paul J.
FAA - Air Bear
Another New Position - Office of Redundency Removal - We would nominate someone but we don't want to create another position.
Bureau of Federal Land Management and Federal Park Service - Only 1 mountain of a man who fits that role, Grizzly Ben H.
FEMA - Mike S., Jeff R.
November 5, 2024 / Election Day
Today, U.S. Citizens were able to exercise their right to vote. Many people said why vote, some political party will cheat.
We at MN IV believe that government can and should be trusted. After all we worked in government and on the whole often times asked questions that others didn't want to be asked.
We worked toward making our areas a better place but enforcing laws, investigating crimes, and helping others at the same time. We didn't care if you were white, black, green or purple, young, old, physically impaired, spoke a different language, or had an orientation different then ours. WE helped people to survive, thrive, and move forward. We weren't always welcome, but we did live the creed To Serve and Protect.
It is ok to question our government leaders and the decision they make in a non-violent manner.
For all the public figures who said they were leaving the country if the GOP won the elections, please remember to leave your passports behind, petition Nirvana for full citizenship and don't look back. The rest of us will do what americans have done for centuries; Try to make society a better place by applying common sense.
For those who want to become citizens follow in the same steps our ancestors did and do it the legal way. Follow the laws, be a good citizen, but don't try to turn Farmer Joe into a fanatic. He will let you live in peace and you should follow his example.
Feel free to practice your own beliefs but don't think for 1 second that yours are the best and you need to change everyone into thinking like you. America is a land of opportunity. Do not try to turn this great country into the country you left. If it was so good there, then don't come here!
September 20, 2024
Today, was our scheduled meeting in the mostly completed VFW renovation. We looked forward to a nice ride for ice cream afterwards. Unfortunately, the weather guessers were wrong and it was anywhere between beautiful sun, torential down pours and visibility so poor, you couldn't see the end of the docks. One of our members who is almost as much of a hard core rider as our Safety Officer Grub, showed up on his BMW. Even in the rain it shined. I'm not sure how much money he spends on polish, but the BMW was still shiny even after the moonsoon!
September 12, 2024 - Remberance Ceremony
Forest Lake P.D. , Dave Pasicznyk
Today was a day of remberance for Da Paz. His cremains were inside a custom H.D. Motorcycle Tank. A H.D. was parked on each side of his remains. Forest Lake P.D., Blue Knights and Patch Collecting items were on display showing the time line of Da Paz.
Forest Lake P.D. Officers and Blue Knights stood watch in 15 minute increments. It was a great honor for those able to stand. At the end of the event, a video was shot that shows the final closing of the event. See below.
September 11, 2024 - 23 Years After
Twenty three years ago, a group of terrorists attacked our country. They used our own good nature and trust to take over 4 airplanes and kill thousands of Americans. If you were alive at the time, you can probably remember where you were. Many of us were at work. After the first tower was hit we like so many were hoping it was a horrible accident. Unfortunately, it wasn't an accident. It was terrorism against the U.S.A. Their goal was to kill as many americans as possible.
Those of us working straightened up, double checked our gear, maybe even added a few other supplies and went out to back up our partners where ever they were and prepare to go headlong into any danger that dared to cross our paths. I know of unmarked squads riding 'heavy'. Patrol officers on 'routine' calls were suddenly being backed by Detectives and administrators. Schools suddenly had a presence of unmarked, dark tinted window vehicles, with somber men and women praying that nothing happed to their charges. Violent Crime and Drug Task Force Officers who work undercover were out as well. These individuals are normally armed to the teeth and this was no exception. Dispatch centers were inundated with calls of every kind. The dispatchers demonstrated professionalism and tact while advising people that the public safety folks are out there and will continue to be. To a person everyone was hoping for the best and preparing for the worst in case someone dared to mess in their community.
Spouses were told we are fine and will be home late. The spouses knew what was going on. Their loved ones were once again honoring their oath to Serve and Protect.
Unfortunately, the terrorists were able to turn 2 airplanes into bombs and struck the North and South World Trade Center Towers in N.Y.C. As many of you know, 'The Towers' ultimately imploded. One airplane bomb was flown into the Pentagon. The 4th Airplane was forced to crash in a field rather that its possible target of the White House. A group of indidivuals on the 4th plane knew that they were going to be sacrificed by the terrorists, because of what they had learned while in the air. They were able to fight back against their captors with the war cry 'Let's Roll'. They gave their lives in order to stop the terrorists from succeeding in their destination. Many civilian and public safety lives were lost as a result of the airplane bombs.
As the events unfolded during the day, their was talk of United We Stand, We are One, Remember Flight 93, etc. Politicans came out talking about how we are united and we will not let this atrocity go unanswered.
During the unfolding of these events, many of our military personnel who were stateside training, enjoying a little R&R, etc. were activated. It's been reported that some of the more notable Special Operations sites were buzzing with activity and then those sites were empty a day later. Military personnel literally disappeared from the sites.
The only thing flying was U.S. Military. Everything else had been grounded. It seems a lot of those F16s, C130's and other craft suddenly had a need to be in the air and they weren't wasting any time. Navy ships locations were not being advertised, but we all knew what was going on.
During the subsequent days, many politicans came out speaking about Unity and how a sleeping giant had been awoken.
Today, it is 23 years later and our great country is divided by our politicians who seem more intent than ever to ruin our country.
One politican in 2020 even described 9/11 as 'some people did something'. That politician who was born outside of the USA and is still in office. See the photo below.
On August 31, 2021, all of our troops left Afghanistan, and the longest war in our countries history ended. The US Military left behind aircraft, vehicles, weapons, communications and a multitude of other items. The Taliban who took credit for the 9/11 events now are better armed than ever thanks to the decision by unknown individuals to leave equipment behind. The politicians are now saying that we need to bring even more people who helped during the war into the USA as refuges.
Our wish is that their is never another horrific event like 9/11 in the US or anywhere else! Hopefully, we have learned from our mistakes.
Be Safe and remember our fallen.
September 4, 2024
In the last couple of years MN IV members and family have had a bit of bad luck. It seems everyone seems to be trying to top each others medical maladies. I don't want you to get the impression we are a frail, weakly bunch because we are not! After all our group has careers of suffering through personal and professional tragedies. We have held those who are in the process of passing from this world to the next. We have provided comfort and understanding to the survivors and those who are suffering from their own personal losses.
We take a page from Pastor Mike and try to do the right thing. Currently many of our members are fighting their own personal medical battles with the diseases and issues that plague society.
Did you know physicans actually tell public safety members to cut back on their caffeine at work?
Really Doc, have you ever worked an overnight shift that was one emergency / cluster right after the other.
At O Dark Hundred, that caffeine helps many people to get their 2nd wind back. Sort of like the 2 P.M. pick me up.
Effective Immediately under Blue Knights Rule 23-007, I as a Board Member prohibit anyone of our members, their family, friends, guests, people they think they know but they actually don't from getting sick!
You would almost think I was a legislator considering how confusing the above paragraph is.
Seriously we want all our members to recover from what ails them. We want them healthy enough to pester the web master for a long, long time.
This means you Opticom Scott and Other Larry!
August 18, 2024
Where has our summer gone? Some school districts start before the Labor Day, so I'm sure many parents are out making sure the kids have shoes, clothes, school supplies, etc. If you child asks for a box of 64 count Crayola Crayons you can almost sense they will become a Marine. As the webmaster, I get to pick on people and if you didn't know it the Crayon Eaters (Marines) are one of my favorite military branches! I've never met a Marine who didn't have a good sense of humor.
July 4, 2024 / Independence Day
Today, is one of those days that everyone should know about. I don't need to repeat what has been in place in 1776. Never forget we are 1 generation from our Independence.
June 11, 2024 / Funeral Service
Today, Minneapolis Police Officer Jamal Mitchell was laid to rest after having been murdered on May 30, 2024. That's right a police officer going to the aid of someone was murdered. The murderer is hopefully enjoy eternity in a very hot and horrible place.
Their are no words that can bring Officer Mitchell back, but we can use him as an example. Tell those that will listen the story of a man who wanted to make the world a better place. He deserves to be remebered!
A special acknowledgement to Bloomington P.D., Brooklyn Park P.D., Metro Transit P.D. and other agencies who took over the watch in Minneapolis so their officers could mourn Officer Mitchell.
Sunday, June 2, 2024
Maranatha Church 25th Blessing of the Bikes
Maranatha Church held it's 25th Anniversary Blessing of the Bikes event today. Pastor Mike and his staff including the Freeriders invite thousands of their closest friends to get prayed over / blessed for the upcoming riding season. It started out as usual with music and then a big kid riding his very loud custom green chopper into the church, up and down the aisles all with onlookers cheering. Pastor Mike and staff made sure that everyone felt welcome. He shared the message that their is a God and that he loves you just the way your are. That's not to say that we all can't improve.
Thursday, May 30, 2024 OFFICER DOWN
The heading above is meant to get your attention. Certain phrases catch the ear of evey public service member. Child not breathing, I need Help, 10-88, Shots Fired, Officer Down and many others. If you have never worn a public safety or military uniform, ask someone who has. They will probably remember all the details of when they heard any of those words. It's like rembering where you were when JFK was assignated, 9/11, December 7, 1941. They stand out.
Earlier this afternoon, Minneapolis Police responded to multiple reports of a possible active shooter in an apartment building. 2 MINNEAPOLIS POLICE OFFICERS WERE SHOT! That's right, Officers went to the aid of victims in need of help right now. Officer Jamal Mitchell (sp) came upon a victim and began to care for him when he was ambushed and executed by the victiim who was actually the suspect. I have other words to describe the suspect, but they are not appropiate for this website. The next officer on the scene confronted the suspect. The 2nd officer is being cared for in the hospital. A firefighter was also injured in addition to other victims. The suspect is dead. Others on the scene are dead.
Take a moment to think how the Men and Women of the Minneapolis Police Department and Fire Department must be feeling right now. Say a prayer for the officer's families and the other victims families.
For all our Public Safety Folks, Hug your family, wear your vest and watch your back! WE CARE!
Monday, May 27, 2024 / Memorial Day
Here's some ground rules for this Memorial Day Weekend.
1. Don't wish me a Happy Memorial day, for there is nothing happy about brave men and women dying.
2. It's not a holiday or a sale, it's a day of rememberance.
3. You want to know the true meaning? Visit your local cemetery or a VA Hospital, go to a local Memorial Day Ceremony, not Disneyland or a mall. Teach your children why we honor this day and what sacrifice really means.
4. Say a prayer and reflect on the dedication of the men and women that this day honors.
P.S. Veterans Day is in November and is set aside to honor all those that have served. Memorial Day is for that that gave the ultimate sacrifice
This is the time to remember that the true price of fredom is sepnt in the lives that defende it. Honor our brothers and sisters that have given the last full measure to secure our freedoms. Amen!! Thank all Veterans past and present for their service.
Author Unknown, but it's well stated!
In case you didn't know it many Blue Knights also served in the U.S. Military. We salute everyone of the grunts, frogs, chair force and crayon eaters! Ask a veteran or a Peace Officer what their nickname is/was. Then ask them how they got it!
The 2nd Week of April, 2024 is National Public Safety Telecommunicator Week.
2800 and all the other dispatchers throughout the world. We know you love to tell us where to go with a smile in your voice. You are often the unsung heros helping victims who have called asking for the folks in Ambulances, Fire Rigs and Squads to come to their aid. You make sure to check our status, and often know what we are thinking based on our radio traffic because WE are your cops, firefighters, medics, etc. Our thanks for all that you do!
April 8, 2024 / The Eclipse
Those of us in Minnesota didn't get a chance to see the eclipse that traveled across a lot of the country. Fortunately, we were advised on what it looked like. They tasted great with cold milk!
April 7, 2024 / Red Alert
Taxes are due on April 15, 2024.
April 1, 2024 / April Fools Day
March 17, 2024 / St. Patrick's Day
Are you Irish? IF not we will make you an honorary Irish person. Just Remember that when you see a Kiss Me, I'm Irish button or sticker you ask permission first or you might wind up in Human Resources...again. Don't Ask.
March 14, 2024 / 3.14 / Pi Day
Did you celebrate at Bakers Square, Carols Kitchen or someplace else with your favorite flavor? If not, why not?
March 9, 2024 / DST
March 6, 2024
For those of you from outside of Minnesota you may not be familiar with our ever changing weather. In the last week we have had temperatures in the single digits to the low 60's. Winds have gone from none to 'Is that Dorothy and Totto' fast. We have had sunshine, rain, and snow.
We know that all of the weather changes can be blamed on high school sports. Every March Minnesota State Championships are held for basketball, wresting and others. It's a tradition every year and all minnesotans know this includes the wacky weather!
FEBURARY 28, 2024
The funerals for Police Officer Paul Elmstrand, Police Officer Matthew Ruge and Firefighter / Paramedic Adam Finseth is today.
This is going to be a very tough day for ALL of the emergency services folks.
Think Dispatchers, C.S.O.'s, Individuals who are in training for public safety, Detention Deputies, Police Officers, Sheriff's Deputies, Conservation Officers, Troopers and all the folks in the Alphabet Agencies (CIA, DEA, FBI, NSA, Secret Service, US Marshalls and many many more). Finally, their will be many a retiree at the funeral as well.
Say an extra prayer for the familes of the fallen and the Burnsville Police and Fire Agencies!
FEBRUARY 18, 2024
PUBLIC SAFETY OFFICERS KILLED
Burnsville city officials identified the victims as Police Officer Paul Elmstrand, Police Officer Matthew Ruge and Firefighter / Paramedic Adam Finseth. More details will be forthcoming.
Challenge Coin For Sale
Our Blue Knights chapter has decided to make a Challenge Coin. We are using it as a fund raiser. For those that don't know, we fund raise and then make charitable donations for select causes. Our chapter makes donations to many different organizations including medical, law enforcement, military and special causes.
The cost of a coin is $15.00 plus $3.00 for shipping in the U.S. The coin can be shipped out of the country for a total of $30.00 To submit an order please go to IV Challenge Coin Purchase Inquiry or copy this bkmn4coins@gmail.com to your e-mail. Leave your desired number(s) of coins with your name, address, etc. Santas elves will get in touch with you regarding payment. Once the elves get a confirmation on your payment it will be sent out lickety split. That's Minnnesssoootttaaa for right away. If you have any questions, please send them to the same e-mail address.
10+ Years
In 2013, our Webmaster stepped away from the Chapter web site in order to focus on the Blue Knights Midwest Region Conference website. It's a lot like this but he has multiple states and provinces he has to keep up on. He decided to let someone else take over the Chapter site.
Lo and behold, a fool (volunteer) decided to take a shot at it. After many attempts to make something work or look the way he wanted this web page came to be. Many of our members contributed their thoughts, towards making the page look respectable and presentable. Sometimes thoughts in the new webmasters head came out on the web page not quite right, but fixes were made.
The current webmaster has been keeping people, anoyed, laughing and sometimes muttering under their breath with all of his innane thoughts that are usually caffeine driven for over 10 years. Today, we are celebrating over 99,000 hits on the web page. Once we hit 100,000 the webmaster has been told he will be showered with gold, silver, exceedingly handsome good looks, and all the other stuff they advertise at 02:00 on the cable channels. In case none of that happens, please know he will continue to post strange, unusual and random thoughts. Godspeed and Ride Safe!
Did you ever wonder?
Who helps the professionals when stuff is going bad? Peace Officers often reach out to other Peace Officers, family members or a religious figure.
Here at MN-IV, we have someone who is always willing to answer the call. Everyone has his/ her private phone number. It's funny how few people have his/her private top secret, eyes only phone number. Recently we heard that one of his/her immediate relatives has had a recent run in with the medical community. Who is that person suppose to reach out to? Obviously family and anyone he/she trusts as well as the lord. Rumor has it that their is an entire church family also adding in their prayers. We want everyone to know that all of us at MN-IV, hope for a quick, complete full recovery for the family member. We also wish peace and hugs to all of the family. Sir/Madam, you like to keep things quiet and you keep secrets better than a Police Investigator, but we have our sources. Godspeed!
We are happy to report the patient is doing great in recovery. The private person has stated he will figure out who our sources are and how everyone knew. Trust me many have tried but we are professional secret keepers. In fact we often won't tell ourselves the secrets. If we have secrets we follow the Men In Black Rule and Neuralize ourselves so we don't know what we don't know. Are you confused yet? Good, we like to keep our friends, family, enemies, etc. also confused.
Hutch has left the building
On January 4, 2024, David Soul passed. He was 80 years old. Some people only knew him as part of the Starsky and Hutch duo from the tv show in the late 70's. In the show Hutch was said to have come from Duluth, MN and had a reserved and intellectual approach to law enforcement. With his partner they answered to the radio call sign "Zebra Three" while driving the Striped Tomato (1975 Ford Gran Torino).
January 9, 2024
National L.E. Appreciation Day
If you have a police officer as a friend or family member, National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day on January 9 is the perfect time to show officers we understand how difficult their job is. So it’s important to show officers how much we understand their difficult work and appreciate their sacrifice and risk.
For a while the United States’ idea of law enforcement was fairly loose. The Wild West was, well, wild. And most states and cities didn’t consider emergency services like firefighters and police officers to be necessary until much later than most would think. In the mid 1800s, most law enforcement was carried out in the form of posse comitatus, where the sheriff and a posse of volunteers and deputies (much like the stereotypical Westerns of the 1960s) would enforce laws rather than a centralized police force.
Once the 20th century rolled around most larger cities, counties, and states had developed a centralized police or sheriff’s department. In doing so, most of the country slowly started to see a reduction in the “Wild West” and a more tame and domesticated America, despite many of the newly formed local authorities needing to pick sides in a rise of unionizing laborers going on strike.
Whether its civil unrest, labor strikes, huge sporting events, or just helping a cat get down from a tree, law enforcement officers are a critical part of our lives, woven into the everyday fabric of living in America. They keep our neighborhoods safe and help ensure that whatever it is you need to do, you can do with peace of mind.
National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day was created by multiple organizations in 2015 to express their gratitude for officers in the United States. In support of their services citizens are encouraged to do their part in thanking the law enforcers on this day. One of the main organizations to take the lead in this is C.O.P.S – Concerns of Police Survivors. According to them, law enforcement officers need to be shown that the difficult career path they have chosen is recognized by the people who they protect and uphold the law for.
This holiday was triggered by the chain of events in 2014, when a police officer was involved in a crossfire shooting in Missouri. The backlash and violence that followed this event led C.O.P.S to take the initiative to change this negative portrayal of police officers in the news in recent years into a positive one. With over 900,000 officers in the United States, the organization believes it is essential to support law enforcers during difficult times, and a holiday dedicated to them does just that. The day also raises awareness on the importance of understanding that the difficult decisions taken by police officers are in the best interest of citizens and the law.
January 7, 2024
We are unsubscribing to 2024 - After the free 7-day trial we decided we don't like it!
January 1, 2024
As we start the new year we recognize, those that have left us in the last year and joined Heaven 1.
- Dale Werth
- Dave Pasicznyk
We also say goodbye to club members who have moved on due to a variety of reasons. We wish each of them the best and good health.
- Dickie Joe Turner
December 31, 2023
Today is the last day of 2023. We hope each of you were able to accomplish any goals you had such as:
Hugged your family and friends more.
Spent more time riding your motorcycle than polishing it.
Beaten any diseases you encountered.
Completed that project or task that you had been working on.
Encouraged those around you.
Rode through Maranatha Church at the Blessing of the Bikes. This list just wouldn't be complete without a shoutout to Pastor Mike and his team.
I'm sure you get the idea. Here's hoping the new year will be better than the last.
December 25, 2023
According to our sources at NORAD Master Gunnery Sergeant S. Claus and his crack team had a successful delivery operation. Master Sergeant S. Claus was assisted by various charities throughout the world. The USMC annual toy drive, Anoka County Toys for Joy and other organizations supplemented where they could.
Our hope is that those who are less fortunate were taken care of. We wish peace and good will to all across the globe.
December 17, 2023 / Military Activation
December 16, 2023
Today, we voted on and accepted 2 new members to MN IV.
The first was an Illinois Air Bear who was with an Illinois Blue Knights chapter. He decided to return to Minnesota where his family is from. He brought his favorite co-rider (Lady Air Bear) with him and we look forward to their joining us on rides and events.
The second is a retired Minneapolis Police Officer. After retirement, she went to work at MSP Airport for a "short time". It's been over 5 years, so we are not sure how she defines short time. She said that our Ride Master Scott G. invited her on one of his many planned motorcycle trips with the Blue Knights, GWRRA, etc. and the next thing she knew she met some of the Blue Knights. She learned that the people are silly at a meeting and that was all it took.
We are wondering if this is the begining of a pattern. We have had MN State Patrol Air Wing Captains as members in the past. Maybe with our new Air Bear member he will entice others to take a break from the friendly skies and join us on one of Gravel Don's rides. We know those who operate Trooper 5 or any of the other MN State Patrol Aircraft are the cool kids because they get to fly for free. One pilot described flying is like driving a squad at speed without any stoplights getting in the way!
December 5, 2023
Today, was a very sad day for the friends, family and co-workers of Da Paz. He transferred to Heaven 1 where he is now paid free.
Happy Turkey Day to all our friends, acquaintances, family and weird relatives. You know who you are. You are often referred to as The Usual Suspects...Smile it makes people wonder what you are up to!
March 19, 2023
Recently one of our mischevious group was suddenly seriously ill. Although she was struggling she had some great backup in her corner. Her hubby took care of the immediate issues while waiting for the people with the good drugs to help solve the problem. The patient is in recovery mode. Apparently shortly after her hubby left the hospital for a shower and change of clothes, she woke up. She called her hubby and asked where he was. Then she told him she needed a burger. Sounds like her sense of humor is returning. Hubby said it was the best phone call he ever got and he snuck some food into the hospital as well.
January 1, 2023
As we start the new year we recognize, those that have left us in the last year and joined Heaven 1.
- Dan Harshman
- Bob Crawford
We also say goodbye to club members who have moved on due to a variety of reasons. We wish each of them the best and good health.
- Jerry Dexter
- Bruce Miller
- Andrew Roeder
The Grinch / December 13, 2022
On December 13, 2022, a Tip came into Anoka County Central Communications (2800). A citizen had spotted The Grinch in Andover (The Edina of the North). Immediately an alert was sent out to all on duty staff. Everyone mobilized knowing how much the grinch was wanted.
The SWAT Team loaded up in the Peace Keeper, The Dive Team fired up The Airboat, The Aerial Unit drones were activated.
Neighboring agencies activated and immediately took up a perimiter to make sure he wasn't able to escape.
The DNR responded on snowmobiles.
The State Patrol Aircraft Unit was already in the air with helicopters and aircraft. The Red Knights set up the multi-story ladders to watch over the scene.
The Green Knights mobilzed a Field Force as well.
Allina staged ambulances in case The Grinch decided to put up a fight and needed medical care afterwards.
2800 reserved a channel for the ongoing search to locate and take The Grinch into custody. The men and women of public service were not going to let him get away on their watch.
In short order The Grinch was in custody. No one was hurt and Christmas was saved.
The Grinch was taken to the Anoka County Bed & Breakfast where he was going to be held without bail.
Pastor Mike said that he had a feeling The Grinch was going to turn over a new leaf and argued for his release. In the spirit of good will, the Anoka County Judges ordered that The Grinch be released into Pastor Mikes care.
Pastor Mike said that after The Grinch spends christmas with all the good people of Maranatha Church, their is no way he will be able to avoid the Christmas Spirit!
April 11, 2021
Today, a horrible accident happened in the twin cities. Our thoughts and prayers go out to all the men and women of law enforcement.
Peace Officers - If you are having a rough day and feeling like no one likes you and your job, go to the following website. SIGforum
Para and many of the members of SIGforum, are strong proponets of professional peace officers who have a tough job to do. Just read some of the comments and you will start feeling better!
Introduce yourself to your neighbors. They may want to go for a ride on your motorcycle. You could have another person become a member of the motorcycle community, or at least not be afraid of them.