 In other news, Beltrami County's latest elected officials have been officially sworn into office. The ceremony was held in the Beltrami County Boardroom and started off with an opening reception. During the reception, outgoing County Sheriff Phil Hodepp and outgoing County Commissioner Keith Winger were thanked for their service. Both men gave short speeches reflecting on their careers and thanking the public for their support. I am very blessed with the community that gave me the opportunity to serve both as Sheriff and County Commissioner. I feel very honored that they put enough confidence and trust in me to do those jobs. The reception was immediately followed by the oath of office. Craig Gosvig and Richard Anderson were sworn in for the office of County Commissioner Jody Treat, sworn in as County Auditor Treasurer, and David Hansen was sworn in as County Attorney, as well as Ernie Beidle, who was sworn in as County Sheriff. I tell you it's been a lifelong dream of once when I got into this job and understanding what it is and it's finally been fulfilled and I couldn't do any of that without my family first of all, my friends and supporters, but most importantly for the co-workers that I had at the Sheriff's office, a great bunch of people to work with. They've done a marvelous job and I couldn't be here without them. Beidle called the moment the epitome of his career. On the other hand, Weyer says he plans to use retirement to promote his new book. If you enjoyed this segment of Lakeland News, please consider making a tax-deductible contribution to Lakeland PBS.