CMBA names St. Joseph businessman Associate of Year
Chris Hensel of Dovetail Kitchen Designs LLC, St. Joseph, was recently named Central Minnesota Builders Association Associate of the Year. Hensel joined the CMBA in February 2012. In the short time he has been a member, he has entwined his talents with many CMBA committees and has regularly attended CMBA functions. Hensel serves on the Remodeler Council Board. He also serves on the Sporting Clay Shoot and HomeShow committees. He is a proud exhibitor in the HomeShow, and serves on the Anna Marie Pet Shelter Community Project task force. Hensel is also a member of the St. Cloud Chamber of Commerce and has been featured in the February 2014 Style magazine. He challenges himself to constantly learn and grow to match the changes in the building industry. He joins many CMBA members, giving valuable time and effort back to CMBA.
The CMBA recognizes one outstanding member each year for membership involvement and community service. Associate members provide pivotal support to CMBA through leadership at committee, council and board levels. They participate locally, state-wide and nationally; sharing their knowledge of new products and technology. Associates partner with builders and other professionals in the industry through event and education sponsorships and advertising.
Y2K Lions name local peace poster contest winners

All Saints Academy peace poster contest winners include the following (left to right): Josie Meyer, third place; Reese Moneypenny, first place; and, Claire Siasu, second place; (back row) Ann Reischle and Delrose Fischer, St. Joseph Y2K Lions. Moneypenny’s poster was selected for its originality, artistic merit and portrayal of the contest theme, “Peace, Love and Understanding.” His poster has been sent to face competition at the district level.

St. John’s Preparatory School peace poster contest winners are as follows (front row, left to right): Jackson Kirby, third place; Valeriya Woodard, first place; and, Cathie Sikes, second place; (back row) St. Joseph Y2K Lions Bernie Heurung, Delrose Fischer and Ann Reischl. Valeriya’s poster was forwarded on to the district competition.
The contest encourages young people, ages 11-13, to think about peace, creatively express what it means to them and to share their own unique visions with the world.