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Amery Memory Care resident Edith Hammer receives her very first Lefse lesson from “Lefse Gang” member Jeff Bylander.

For the love of lefsa

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In a town fi lled with residents of Scandinavian heritage, delicacies are presented that you might be hard pressed to find in other areas of the country. Who really knows for sure when lefse originated? Old Norwegian tales date it back to Viking times with thoughts that lefsa was used to fortify the men for battle. That

might be a far-fetched tall tale told by Uncle Ole, considering the potato was introduced to Norway a little over 250 years ago.

Actually though, the first lefse in Norway didn’t contain potatoes, it was made from flour.

Women would travel between homes in villages to make lefse to last the winter months. The flour lefse would cook up like a cracker and be able to last up to

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a year. Many households stored their lefse is wooden boxes covered in cloth or just stacked on shelves. When it came time to enjoy lefse, it was dipped in water and soaked between damp cloths until softened. Like today, it was enjoyed with butter and maybe some sugar.

Then came potatoes, abundant and easy to grow. The potato was

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Last Thursday night the Amery High School wrestlers competed in their matches and made a difference while doing so. It wasn’t making a difference in their wrestling rankings that they were worried about, instead they wrestled for a charity that is near and dear to the club. The team participated in their fourth Take Down Cancer event and raised over $4,000.

In the fall of 2014, Amy Smith asked her son Andrew, who was a cancer survivor and a high school wrestler, if he’d be interested in looking into organizing and implementing THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 2222in Amery. At the a Takedown Cancer 33, event VOL.time 131 NO.Amy 19 www.moraminn.com $1.00 the Tackle Canwas familiar with cer initiative that the Minnesota High School Football Coaches Association started, and after some research, realized the Minnesota wrestling community had also begun a similar campaign titled Takedown Cancer.

Andrew agreed and involvement with Takedown Cancer began in Jan. 2015.

Take Down Cancer, among other campaigns, benefits the Randy Shaver Cancer Research and Community F und. Shaver is a Twin Cities news personality who began his foundation over 20 ago. He is a cancer survivor himself. Shaver was diagnosed with Stage IV Hodgkin’s Disease in 1998. Unfortunately, last fall he was diagnosed with cancer for a second time. His foundation distributes the money raised to local cancer researchers and various patient aid programs.

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Candidates set for April school board elections

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Papers have been fi led announcing intent to run for positions on area school boards.

In Amery two current board

members are running for re-election, Dale Johnson and Chelsea Whitley.

Erin Hosking is seeking election to the seat that she was appointed to last year.

Hosking fi lled a vacancy that was created when Keith An-

derson resigned.

Papers were also fi led in Amery announcing the candidacy of Emilie Bremness.

In Clear Lake, both incumbents fi led paperwork with intentions to run again. They are Ryan Monson and Nettie

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Groat. District Administrator Josh Ernst said, “We did not have any individuals other than those two fi le paperwork.”

Clayton District Administrator Cathy Shimon shared that current board member

Alisha Anderson will not be running for another term this April. Shimon said that Jacob Fall is the only person that has fi led paperwork to run.

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LEFSE: UCC’s Mission Team raises funds creating and selling the treat FROM PAGE ONE

incorporated into many Norwegian foods. Like Ireland, Norway suffered from the effects of the potato famine in the mid 1800’s, which is about the time that many Norwegians came to the United States. They brought their knowledge and rolling pins. The result was a Norwegian potato bread treat that has been a part of a special tradition replicated in many Norwegian-American homes for more than 150 years.

Traditions are meant to carry on and share, and that is exactly what Sherry Monson is doing with her lefse making skills. Monson’s parents Harvey and Shirley were long time loved school bus drivers for the school district of Amery. When they were not transporting precious cargo around the community, you could find them volunteering their time making lefse with residents at Willow Ridge where Monson’s Grandmother lived. Last weekend, Monson and her lefse making gang from the Congregational Church, assisted residents at Amery Memory Care while they rolled and fried thin scrumptious delights.

The church’s Mission Team uses their lefsa expertise to raise money for their yearly trips. They start taking orders in October and accept them through Christmas.

After Sunday services, they gather in the church kitchen to fulfi ll orders. They also sell

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Congregational Church “Lefse Gang” members were glad to share their Norwegian skills with residents at Amery Memory Care. Pictured L-R: Charlotte Gillen, Dave Bowman, Bill Faughn, Jeff Bylander, Sheldon Betzold and Sherry Monson.

lefse at Bremer Bank each season and set up camp at St. Joseph’s annual bazaar.

At the bazaar, shoppers can purchase warm lefse right off the fryer.

The residents who were gathered to tackle lefse making at Amery Memory Care had varied amounts of experience with the Norwegian flatbread. Some had made it before, and some had not.

There were a few that had never even tasted it before, but by the end of the session all were devouring their accomplishments.

Memory Care resident Barbara Harris had some practice with the art of lefse. She quickly rolled the mixture thin enough so that you could read the lefse board lettering through the dough. “That’s how you know it is ready,”

shared Harris.

Resident Robert “Uncle Bob” Holms said, “You are never too old to try something new.” Holms compared working with the lefse dough to the days when he dealt with pizza dough at the old Country Dam north of Amery.

Like Holms, Edith Hammer had never made lefse before either. She enjoyed it fresh off the fryer with butter, sugar

and cinnamon.

When she was jokingly told that next week’s lesson was going to be a continuation of Norwegian goodies featuring lutefisk Hammer said, “Count me out, I do not want any part of that.” Maybe some Scandinavian delicacies are just a little bit more of an acquired taste than others.

TAKEDOWN: Amery fundraiser has tallied over $30,000 in donations in four years FROM PAGE ONE

What makes this fund so unique is that less than 10% of the monies raised are spent on administrative costs, making it one of the most efficient uses of a charitable donation.

Grants given are spent on technology and tools that enhance early detection of cancer, new programs promoting research to help prevent cancer relapses, projects that demonstrate research in the area of cancer, and programs that enhance the lives of the area cancer community by providing aid and assistance.

Last year’s beneficiaries can be found at www.randyshavercancerfund.org.

The first event was with the New Richmond wrestling team. Amy said, “With the incredible community, business, and school district support, that first year raised over $10,000.” She also shared that Randy Shaver caught wind of the event and traveled to Amery and did a story on Andrew.

The team continued with a 2nd Takedown Cancer event with a match against Ells-

worth during the 2015-16 season and it was an even bigger success, raising over $11,500.

During the 2016-17 season, Andrew’s younger brother, Mike, stepped up, as Andrew had graduated the previous year, to organize and the team had a third successful event raising over $5,500 during a match against St. Croix Central.

The wrestlers skipped the 2017-18 season as everyone was still shaken with head coach Scott Marko’s death the previous February.

With this being Mike’s senior year, he wanted to have one more event before he graduated. The team raised money this year by approaching businesses to ask for donations and selling t-shirts and hoodies prior to the event. During the event, they again sold t-shirts and hoodies. The Amery High School FCA (Fellowship of Christian Athletes) organized a Bake Sale and there was also a 60 second “dash for cash” just prior to the start of wrestling.

“I’m glad our team was able to support the Take Down Cancer event. I dedicated my

match to my great uncle Jim Olson who recently passed away from cancer,” said Warriors team member Walker Ingham.

Freshman wrestler JC Wentz said, “The Takedown Cancer event was cool because it brought so many people from our community together to support a good cause. When Mike Smith asked if there was someone I could honor, I thought of my uncle’s mom, Loretta. She battled pancreatic cancer for three years. I felt grateful that I selected her because when my mom texted my uncle to let him know I was honoring Loretta, he was touched and told us that it was her birthday! I thought that was really cool!”

The wrestlers again teamed up with New Richmond for this year’s event.

“These other districts have always welcomed our invitation to participate and have supported it in many ways including buying shirts to wear at the event. I love the visual of all the wrestlers wearing their Takedown Cancer shirts at the event. I also love the

fact that this may be a sports competition where we are against each other, but are recognizing there are bigger things in life that bring us together as one,” said Amy. If you add it up, Amery and the other mentioned communities have raised over $30,000 in four years for the Randy Shaver Cancer Research and Community Fund.

What started as one family being inspired to get involved and make a difference has turned into passionate athletes working hard, giving their blood, sweat and tears to a cause and earning respect along the way.

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Mike Smith addresses the crowd during Amery’s Take Down Cancer event last week.

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Get your fresh, frozen fish....

Frigid temperatures did not stop Nathan and Riley Mirsberger from participating in the 55th annual St. Joseph’s ice-fishing contest on North Twin Lake.

They are shown here with their morning catches.

FEBRUARY 1 Find the Cure for ALS Let’s fill the gym and raise funds for the ALS Association on Friday, February 1 at the Amery Warrior Boys Basketball vs.

New Richmond game in Amery.

Order your t-shirt before January 23.

Bean bag toss at halftime for prizes, one dollar difference donation, bake sale and more.

FEBRUARY 2 Historical Society Open House The Amery Area Historical Society (AAHS) invites you to an Open House from 10-Noon on February 2, 2019. Individuals and families are welcome to view artifacts, photographs, and historical books and publications from Amery’s past. This is a great time to bring in items you would like to donate!

Mark your calendars for future open houses to be held the first Saturday of each month! The Historical Society’s room is located in the lower level of the Amery Area Public Library.

Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser The Village of Clayton Parks and Rec Committee will have a Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser on Saturday, February 2 at 4:30 p.m. at the 7 Brothers Bar & Grill in Clayton.

There will be door prizes, a silent auction, meat raffle and more. Free will donation.

All funds to go towards Village of Clayton Parks and Rec park improvement projects.

Ice Fishing Contest The Wanderoos Area Community Club will host its 30th Annual Ice Fishing Contest on Saturday, February 2 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Lake Wapogasset.

There will be prizes for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place in Sunfish, Crappie, Northern, Bass, Perch and Walleye as well as a grand prize, 2nd prize and 3rd prize.

Door prizes will be given away all day.

Food and beverages available on the lake from the Wanderoos Area Community Club. Free Kids Fishing Contest from noon to 1 p.m. with holes drilled, fishing poles and bait provided and free to kids 12 and under in the “Kids Corral”.

FEBRUARY 4 Blood Drive St. Joseph Catholic Church is hosting an American Red Cross Blood Drive Monday, February 4, 2019 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 1050 Keller Ave N. Please call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-7332767) or visit redcrossblood.org and enter: Amery to schedule an appointment.

FEBRUARY 5 Swedish Club The Swedish Club meets Tuesday, February 5 at 7 p.m. at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church in Amery to view the comedy “The Lutefisk Wars”. The public is invited. Refreshments.

FEBRUARY 9 Candlelight Night Come out and enjoy a beautiful winter night at the annual Candlelight Night at WI Interstate Park on Saturday, February 9 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Hundreds of luminaries will guide your path as you ski, snowshoe, or hike. Bonfires, refreshments, live music, and snowshoe rental will be located at the Ice Age Center. A vehicle admission sticker is required and can be purchased at the park. Sponsored by the Friends of Interstate Park.

Free Jackets Free used jackets for those in need on Saturday, February 9, 2019 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Valley Cruisers Motor Club in Range, WI. To donate good used jackets, please call 719-510-3699.

FEBRUARY 17 Presidents’ Weekend Dinner Little Falls Lutheran Church is hosting their annual Presidents’ Weekend Dinner on Sunday, February 17 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Roast beef or pork, real mashed potatoes, veggies, cranberries, rolls, dessert and beverage are on the menu. Free will offering. Carry-outs are available 715-2689409.

Little Falls Lutheran Church is located at 1272 44th Avenue, Amery, WI 54001.

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FEBRUARY 24 Bluebird Nest Box Workshop Join Lowell Peterson, Jim Beix, and Jim Higgins (from the Bluebird Restoration Association of Wisconsin) at the Ice Age Center at Interstate Park on Sunday, February 24 from 1:30 p.m. to 3 p.m. as they give a free presentation that will cover the best habitat to attract birds, how to minimize predation, and the value of nest box monitoring. After the presentation, there will be the opportunity for visitors to construct their very own bluebird nest box. There is a fee. Families are welcome.

ONGOING Ruby’s Pantry Held the 2nd Saturday of each month at the Congregational Church in Amery.

Doors open at 7:30, food distribution from 9-10:30.

St. Croix Valley Spinners and Fiber Arts Guild Meet the third Wednesday of each month from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., often at the Amery Library. We spin, knit, weave, anything fiber arts related, and we welcome new members.

For more information call Julie 715-2687546 or Karen 715-268-6955.

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Govern, don’t campaign

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It appears that we have an intermission in the struggle between the executive and legislative branches of the federal government. Over the past weekend, President Trump signed a continuing resolution to open and fund the government for the next few weeks.

The government shutdown, the longest in history, was over funding for border security, including one of the president’s signature campaign promises, Publisher the border wall.

Why this issue wasn’t adTom Stangl dressed when the president’s party controlled the legislative and executive branches in 2017 and 2018 is a mystery for many people. With the democrats taking control of the House of Representatives earlier this month, the border wall has become a high stakes battle. This is truly unfortunate because issues of this magnitude need to be discussed in a thoughtful and measured manner, not in sound bites that will be queued up for the 2020 election.

In our hyper partisan world where we have to anoint “winners” and “losers,” it is rare that any politician wants to be viewed as “losing” an issue the size of a border wall.

But perhaps not everyone is interested in personal gain over the common good.

It was refreshing for me last week to hear the views about governing from new Minnesota Governor Tim Walz.

Walz gave a speech at the Minnesota Newspaper Association’s annual convention and trade show. He spoke of his role of chief executive officer (CEO) of state government. Walz said that in the end, voters would judge him on his accomplishments, not his ideology.

There are many issues facing Minnesota, Wisconsin and our nation. Voters continue to elect divided government as a check and balance of ideology as well as to control the pace of change.

The voters don’t want gridlock, they want public servants to serve. This means finding common ground and solutions that work for everyone.

Walz said that finding the best solution is the role of the CEO. The next step is to find a way to pass legislation to bring these solutions from concept to reality. In the end, Walz theorizes, the only thing that will matter is that the problem is solved. New Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers has struck a similar tone in the opening days of his term.

The same is true of border security. The best solution needs to be developed and passed.

Neither side will get the solution they want, but hopefully the bill that becomes law will solve the problem. And we all know there is a problem, there has been for years.

We just learned that a high stakes game of “chicken” on this issue doesn’t work. It is time for the winners and losers to become the problem solvers.

I realize Walz has been in office less than a month and will need to ensure his party continues to support his programs and leadership, so this may very well change. I hope for his sake and the sake of the people of Minnesota that it doesn’t. If more leaders developed a mindset to solve problems and not just get reelected, maybe we wouldn’t be in the mess we find ourselves now.

As always, I welcome your comments. You can reach me by email at tstangl@theameryfreepress.com, telephone 715-268-8101 or write me at P.O. Box 424, Amery, WI, 54001.

Reflections from early morning therapy

BY APRIL ZIEMER EDITOR@THEAMERYFREEPRESS.COM

Last Thursday I left bright and early to drive over to the Minnesota Newspaper Association convention. The clock read 5:53 a.m. as I started my journey over to Edina.

I had a feeling that the one hour and twenty -four minutes that my GPS was predicting was not going to be the case, and I was absolutely correct as I pulled into my destinaEditor tion at 8:26 a.m.

Slick roads and April Ziemer heavy traffic left me plenty of time to have therapy of sorts as I crept my way through the metro area.

My therapy session started with singing loud and proud along with Hall and Oates. No matter how frustrating slow moving vehicles might be, who doesn’t feel better when crooning to “Kiss On My List?” I wasn’t only brightening my own spirits, but providing smiles to other drivers glancing my direction as well.

I thought about how there are always people in worse situations than myself. As I inched my way toward Bloomington, I watched airplanes flying in. As bad as I felt for myself on my treacherous journey, I decided the poor schmucks flying back into the icy Minnesota tundra from Cancun were way worse off.

I took time to think about all of the years that my dad made the early morning voyage and long evening drives back across the border to provide for our family.

Up until recently, my husband also made the dreaded commutes.

Trapped in my vehicle, I couldn’t fathom how the two men did it day after day. I suppose you do what you do for the ones that you love.

The freeway therapy probably came in handy for the guys who were dealing with the daily challenges of raising teenage daugh-

I was happy that I wasn’t losing my mind yet and I actually semi-enjoyed my time of reflection. ters. I am sure there were times that my dad would have found that a commute to Texas and back may not have even provided enough thinking time to help him get through my teenage years.

A funny thing happened at one point during my expedition. As I was having a private conversation with the big guy upstairs, I swore I heard a voice in the vehicle with me. I turned down the 80s pop music and tried to concentrate on the voice. I clearly heard the words, ”sixth and seventh grade.”

I do not have a child in either of those grades. I do get ages, and grade levels mixed up between the

four kids sometimes, but if it were God conversing back with me, he would certainly have the children’s grade levels correct. After all, God knows everything.

I didn’t know what on earth was going on. I didn’t have any Bailey’s Irish Crème in my coffee. Was I truly losing my mind? I came to a stop and was able to figure out that the tape recorder I use for the newspaper must have gotten bumped in my purse. It was playing the previous Monday’s school board meeting.

It wasn’t God talking to me; it was middle school principal Tom Bensen.

I was happy that I wasn’t losing my mind yet and I actually semi-enjoyed my time of reflection.

It just goes to show that you can always make the most of things. If Hall and Oates could live through their 1980s clothing and hairstyles, if my dad lived though my teenage years (and twenties and thirties) and if Tom Benson can live to talk about the daily escapades of sixth and seventh-graders, I can certainly live through one day stuck on the freeway.

I enjoy sharing my thoughts with you, and look forward to readers sharing their thoughts in return.

Feel free to email me at editor@ theameryfreepress.com, write me at P.O. Box 424, Amery WI. 54001 or I can be reached by phone at 715268-8101

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Godlewski, La Follette seek expanded roles for treasurer, secretary of state

BY WISPOLITICS.COM THE CAPITOL REPORT

Newly elected State Treasurer Sarah Godlewski and longtime Secretary of State Doug La Follette have big plans to address the “years of neglect” of their offices.

For La Follette, it starts with welcoming fellow Democrats back into positions controlled by the GOP since 2011 after they swept the races for constitutional offices last fall.

The secretary of state is entering his 11th term in office, and while the position may not be new, La Follette is approaching the latest term with fresh optimism.

“I’m happy we have a new and much better governor, and I look forward to working with him,” he said.

Much of the work La Follette says he’s looking forward to involves undoing cuts made to his office during the tenure of

former Gov. Scott Walker.

In 2015, La Follette sued the Walker administration after it unveiled a spending plan that cut his budget nearly in half — from $510,100 to $265,000, roughly in the same ballpark as the $271,900 figure his office requested for the upcoming two fiscal years.

That budget also made drastic cuts to his staff, which shrunk from four full-time workers to two, stripped him of responsibilities, and moved the physical location of his office to a “cubby hole” in the basement of the state Capitol.

While the lawsuit was not successful, La Follette had eyes on a moving his office out of the basement and restoring his staff ever since.

“Being in the basement makes things difficult,” he said.

“We have lots of people to serve, and sometimes they get lost trying to find our office.”

While LaFollette isn’t in danger of getting lost on his way to the basement, Godlewski might be as she settles into her new digs in the office next door.

The newly elected state treasurer is excited to get to work but has a long way to go in order to get her office operating the way she wants it. Much like La Follette’s office, lawmakers have eliminated or shifted duties away from the state treasurer’s office and cut it down to the brink of elimination.

“The first thing you have to understand is that my constitutionally mandated salary takes up 85 percent of the office’s budget,” Godlewski said.

That budget was submitted last September by former Republican treasurer Matt Adamczyk. Only one position — that of the state treasurer — is listed in the organizational chart and $95,700 of the requested $116,700 budget is

earmarked for the treasurer’s salary and benefits, leaving only $21,000 per year to operate the office.

Godlewski doesn’t plan to work under those restraints for very long.

“We are absolutely going to submit a new budget, and that’s what we are working through right now,” she said.

But while she plans on boosting the profile of her office, Godlewski says the changes won’t “cost taxpayers a dime.” She says the funding would be generated by program revenue, or revenue created by programs run by the treasurer’s office.

The biggest driver of program revenue in Adamczyk’s budget was unclaimed property, which he estimated would bring in $118,600 this year and $120,800 next year. But Godlewski sees opportunities to grow those numbers and bring more money into the state’s coffers.

“The state of Ohio has over 20 offices that look into unclaimed property accounts, Wisconsin only has six,” Godlewski said.

Beyond budget battles though, both Godlewski and LaFollette say they are eager to work with the Evers administration.

“There is a clear gap between what constituents should expect and what is being done,” said Godlewski.

“It’s time to change that.”

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Comments on Congress: Practicing politics at a high level

BY LEE H. HAMILTON COMMENTS ON CONGRESS

Over a lifetime in politics, I’ve met a lot of interesting, impressive politicians.

But those I truly admired were men and women who were adept at the arts both of politics Comments and legislaton Congress ing — a rare combination Lee Hamilton of talents.

They’re a reminder these days of what consummate skill looks like.

Wilbur Mills, a Democrat from Arkansas who chaired the House Ways and Means Committee, was a master of legislative detail. When Mills was on the floor, it was never really an equal debate, because his grasp of the internal revenue code was so overwhelming.

Jim Wright of Texas and Hale Boggs of Louisiana, also both Democrats, were great orators with vibrant, unique voices. They seldom referred to notes, but I suspect they practiced — the chuckle in the right place, the extended pause at the perfect moment.

Edith Green, a Democrat from Oregon, was a potent force behind Title IX, the 1972

law that did so much to end sex discrimination in education.

Green, too, was a highly effective debater, who had a keen sense of when the time was right to wage a fight. She paved the way for many talented women who followed her.

Charlie Halleck of Indiana and H.R. Gross of Iowa, both Republican, were parliamentary masters who could stall or just plain defeat legislation by the adroit use of just the right parliamentary maneuver. John Anderson of Illinois served as the principal Republican voice at a time when the GOP was in the minority. He was a powerful debater and took delight in verbal combat, while making plain his devo-

tion to the nation.

You couldn’t call Tip O’Neill, the legendary Speaker of the House from Massachusetts, a great orator. But he was a truly great politician. He had a knack for putting people at ease, calming tensions, and softening debates.

Mike Mansfield, the Senate Majority Leader from Montana, had similar gifts. He was decent, humble, fair-minded, and spread credit to everyone around him while taking none for himself.

Finally, Speaker Carl Albert of Oklahoma somehow managed to unite northeastern liberals and southern conservatives in his party. They opposed one another in ideology

and culture, yet Albert often reconciled the irreconcilable with grace and insight. He listened patiently to people, trying to understand their points of view, patch things up, and find even the tiniest plot of ground for consensus.

Next: What they all had in common.

Lee Hamilton is a Senior Advisor for the Indiana University Center on Representative Government; a Distinguished Scholar of the IU Hamilton Lugar School of Global and International Studies; and a Professor of Practice, IU School of Public and Environmental Affairs. He was a member of the U.S. House of Representatives for 34 years.

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Share your special skill with a child To the editor: What is your special skill?

What do you love to do? Would you be willing to share that with a child who needs a little extra help in life?

Kinship of Polk County will help you do just that. We connect caring, responsible adults with awesome children in our community who need the support, encouragement, and companionship that a friendship provides.

Through consistent time spent doing fun activities together (fishing, hiking, cooking, playing games, art projects, snow tubing, gardening, you name it!), the child gains confidence in him/ herself, learns respect for others,

and most importantly learns that he/she is valued. This builds resiliency and helps overcome the negative effects of adverse childhood events (called “ACEs”).

In my 11+ years of practicing family medicine, I see all too many children and adults who struggle with both emotional and physical health issues as a direct result of traumatic experiences during childhood. Research now tells us that if we can intervene sooner, and help an at-risk child to learn that they are valued and that adults really do care about them, the negative effects of these ACEs are so much less! THIS is how we can make a real and lasting difference in our society’s

(and our own community’s) struggles with mental health, obesity, addiction, etc. I have had the privilege of watching many of my pediatric patients who are in Kinship blossom within these friendships – their health improves, as does their entire outlook on life, and they are reaching for bigger dreams than they ever thought possible.

January is National Mentoring Month, and we belong to a community that cares about and invests in its youth. Please join me in making a difference for one child at a time, and consider becoming a Kinship mentor.

Nicole Johnson, PA-C Osceola, WI

To the editor: You can do something about climate change by yourself. In 1980, I put my first two solar panels for hot water heating on my house. They are still there today working in Maple WI. You can do the same thing. I built the frames to hold them on the roof. I connected the pump and sensors from a pre-fab control setup to power. I ran the pipe from the basement to the roof alongside the chimney. I added antifreeze to water to carry heat from the roof top panels to the basement water tank.

Thirty-eight years later, I’m still getting free hot water.

Yes, there have been a couple of problems along the way. After 25 years, the hot water tank had to be replaced. Sometime along the way, the expansion tank had to be replaced, but the original panels are still there working on the roof.

If it matters, long ago, probably twenty-five years ago, the system paid for itself with reduced heating costs.

Think about it!

Greg St. Onge Brule, WI.

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St. Paul man dead in one car accident

BY APRIL ZIEMER EDITOR@THEAMERYFREEPRESS.COM

Richard Xiong, 30, of St. Paul Minnesota died from injuries sustain in an automobile accident in the early morning hours of of Jan. 27, 2019.

According to a release from the Polk County Sheriff’s Department, at approximately 3:44 a.m., the department’s Dispatch Center received a report of a major accident near the intersection of USH 8 and Highway 63. Upon arrival they located a white, Honda Odyssey van crashed by the wood line on Northeast corner of that

intersection.

Preliminary investigation of the accident determined that the van was northbound on STH 63 at a high rate of speed, failed to stop at the stop sign, and went through the intersection.

A front seat passenger, identified as Kai Xiong, a 29 year-old male from St. Paul Minnesota, was able to call 911 and indicated the driver was trapped and not breathing.

Turtle Lake Fire Department responded with extrication equipment.

Richard Xiong was pronounced deceased at the scene.

Life Link Air Medical performed a scene landing and Kia Xiong was flown from the scene to the Twin Cities metro area for his injuries sustained in the crash.

Richard Xiong was not wearing his seat belt at the time of the crash.

The Polk County Sheriff’s Department would like to thank the following agencies for their assistance: Turtle Lake Fire and First Responders, Barron County Sheriff’s Department, Cumberland Ambulance Service, Life Link, Davis Towing and the Polk County Medical Examiner’s Office.

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Richard Xiong, 30, died as a result of injuries sustained early Sunday morning.

Accident leaves Deer Park man dead

BY APRIL ZIEMER EDITOR@THEAMERYFREEPRESS.COM

Mark D. Scribner, 49, was the lone occupant in a single-vehicle crash reported to authorities around 1:40 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 23, according to a press release from the St. Croix County Sheriff’s Office.

Law enforcement received a call from a motorist advising there was a vehicle that appeared to have crashed into a

tree on the north side County Road H, just west of County Road T in Stanton Township.

The caller said they didn’t witness the crash and they were unsure of how long the vehicle had been there.

St. Croix County deputies arrived to find Scribner deceased in his vehicle, a 2011 GMC Denali pickup with severe damage to the front end of the vehicle.

According to the release, he was not wearing a seatbelt.

This incident remains under investigation and any with information is asked to contact St. Croix County Sheriff’s Office Investigator Jim Mikla at 715-381-4319.

New Richmond Fire Department, New Richmond Police Department, New Richmond EMS, Deer Park first responders, and St. Croix County Medical Examiner all assisted on scene.

Polk County Circuit Court Appearance Date: January 8, 2019 Jeremy D. Adams, 37, Clayton, place/possess/transport loaded firearm in vehicle, $258.10; non-registration of other vehicle, $263.50.

Alisha Marie Allen, 26, St. Paul, MN, vehicle operator failure to wear seat belt, $10.

Zachery H. Anderson, 30, Frederic, fish without license, $230.90.

Trevor Scott Backes, 21, Osceola, hit and run from scene of accident, $767.50.

Eric Walter Bader, 28, Amery, hit and run, unattended vehicle, $263.50.

William Willard Bartlett, 45, non-registration of vehicle, $175.30.

Joseph Duane Buchner, 25, Vadnais Heights, MN, failure to stop at stop sign, $175.30.

Wendy Renee Champion, 49, Clear Lake, speeding in 55 mph zone (11-15 mph), $175.30.

Jerry Alan Carpenter, 49, Dresser, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10.

Mitchell David Desantis, 28, Cumberland, operating while revoked (forfeiture 4th), $389.50.

Elizabeth Mary Doncaster, 20, Maple Grove, MN, speeding in 55 mph zone (10-15 mph), $200.50.

Jacob Adam Doty, 28, Osceola, speeding in 55 mph zone

(20-24 mph), $225.70.

Theodore Mason Draeger, 44, Centuria, dog at large, $100.

Tristin James Ellsworth, 19, Centuria, inattentive driving, $187.90.

Jesse James Erickson, 24, Luck, failure of operator to notify police of accident, $389.50.

Joshua Cj Erickson, 46, Grantsburg, failure of operator to notify police of accident, $389.50.

Renae Lillegard Fry, 55, St. Croix Falls, vehicle operator failure to wear seat belt, $10.

Joel D. Gibson, 43, Osceola, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10.

Trevor Allen Giller, 28, Osceola, fish without license, $222.90.

Tiffany Lee Goodwin, 22, Osceola, exceeding speed zones (1-10 mph), $175.30; operating while suspended, $200.50.

Lee R. Gumke, 48, Clear Lake, possession of illegal size fish, $222.90.

David Clayton Gunnarson, 49, Duluth, MN, vehicle operator failure to wear seat belt, $10.

Adelso Carranza Gutierrez, 33, Clear Lake, operate without valid license (1st), $200.50.

Adam J. Heise, 32, Dresser, vehicle operator failure to wear seat belt, $10.

Ruperto Hernandez, 25, Amery, operate without valid license (1st), $200.50.

Chelsie L. Heule, 34, Siren, operating motor vehicle with-

out proof of insurance, $10.

Scott W. Holway, 66, Hudson, exceeding speed zones (1-10 mph), $175.30.

Devan Takyan Hui, 49, Rochester, vehicle operator failure to wear seat belt, $10.

Jason Michael Johnson, 19, Osceola, display unauthorized vehicle registration plate, $238.30.

Stephen Michael Kile, 48, St. Paul, MN, failure to keep vehicle under control, $213.10.

John Raymond Kodesh, 53, Rice Lake, inattentive driving, $187.90.

Steven John Kordosky, 45, Balsam Lake, fish with unattended lines, $182.70; fish with over 3 hooks/lines/baits (5+ over), $343.50.

Matthew J. Krahulec, 18, Amery, failure to keep vehicle under control, $213.10.

David Thomas Lang, 38, Milltown, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10.

Daniel S. Lee, 35, Menomonie, operate all-terrain vehicle or utility terrain vehicle without valid registration, $232.

Justin Keith Luke, 32, Amery, speeding in 55 mph zone (20-24 mph), $225.70.

Rick D. Madsen, 32, Osceola, speeding in 55 mph zone (1-10 mph), $175.30.

Michael James Mckeehen, 27, Siren, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10.

Polk County arrest report

Colin T. Clabo, 18, Osceola, was arrested January 15 for domestic disorderly conduct.

Marlena Sharda Townsend, 29, Amery, was arrested January 15 for battery and a probation hold.

Michael Lee Beck, 62, Balsam Lake, was arrested January 14 for OWI (1st) and operating with PAC (1st).

Thomas Carl Amlee, 59, St. Croix Falls, was arrested January 18 for operating with PAC (2nd).

Gerald A. Slayton, 61, Deer Park, was arrested January 14 for a probation hold.

Amery Police Report 01/18/19 – 01/24/19 01/19/19, 08:52 a.m., Assist EMS 01/19/19, 04 p.m., Motor vehicle accident 01/19/19, 10:08 p.m., Assist other agency 01/20/19, 05:42 p.m., Juvenile call 01/21/19, 12:59 p.m., Traffic stop and arrest 12/21/19, 10:40 p.m., Assist citizen 01/22/19, 01:45 p.m., Assist other agency 01/22/19, 02:45 p.m., Juvenile call 01/22/19, 07:21 p.m., Suspicious activity 01/22/19, 10:16 p.m., Animal control call 01/23/19, 12:10 p.m., Minor motor vehicle accident 01/23/19, 03:05 p.m., Motor vehicle accident with injury 01/23/19, 04:49 p.m., Welfare check 01/23/19, 05:15 p.m., Suspicious activity 01/23/19, 07:40 p.m., Assist citizen 01/23/19, 10:08 p.m., Mental health call 01/23/19, 10:49 p.m., Traffic stop/Warrant arrest 01/23/19, 11:15 p.m., Alarm 01/24/19, 04:30 a.m., Suspicious activity 01/24/19, 11:45 a.m., Juvenile call 01/24/19, 02:47 p.m., Juvenile call 01/24/19, 04:36 p.m., Vehicle lockout

ARRESTS Richard Rindal, 49 of Amery. Violation of Bond Restrictions Benjamin M. Hamaker, 40 of Luck, WI. St. Croix County Warrant

Polk County Marriage Licenses Randall Scott Lee and Lisa Lynn Larson of Georgetown are licensed to be married on January 26.

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110 Years Ago February 4, 1909 Thanks for the Ride?

C. O. Danielson will step into the limelight in the early spring with a dandy new, four passenger, thirty horsepower, Cadillac. This will be Amery’s fifth car with three or four more talked of. Mr. Danielson ordered his car through the local agent E. J. Schneider.

105 Years Ago January 22, 1914 Falls From Barn Last Friday noon while the Perry boys were unloading a load of corn fodder, Richard accidently fell head first from the door of the loft from a height of about eleven feet striding the wheel of a wagon a glancing blow and then striking his head upon a cement floor.

He was picked up unconscious and at first it was thought that his skull was fatally fractured.

After a careful examination, however it was found that the blow came against his face, which was very badly bruised and broken. He also suffered internal injuYesterday’s ries.

His condiNews tion, while Diane Stangl critical is quite favorable at this time.

His head and face were immediately operated upon and we all hope for a complete recovery to his former vigorous health.

Asphyxiated at Garage While putting his car away into its winter quarters the first of this week, Dr. Perry and John P. Hansen who was assisting him, were both overcome by the exhaust gas from the engine and had it not been for friends who were with them, both would doubtless have died.

As it was, they were resuscitated with considerable difficulty. Both are now nearly over the effects of their poisoning.

95 Years Ago January 31, 1924 Thievery at Community Horse Sheds Denslow Fox had his harness badly cut and some rings stolen while his team stood in the community sheds in this city last week.

There has been considerable complaint the past few months about thefts in and about the sheds as well as vandalism.

The guilty parties, if caught, should be given the limit, and a special effort should be made to apprehend them. A few days before the above mentioned theft, Richard Fox, son of Denslow Fox, had a fine pair of mittens stolen from the depot while he was helping his sister

Peaceful protest in Amery About 25 persons marched in Amery on Feb. 15, 1985 protesting NSP’s rail shipments of nuclear waste from a Minnesota plant to Illinois. The group contends that NSP has violated a Wisconsin state law by conducting the shipping. Protestors marched from the A&W Restaurant to the NSP headquarters in south Amery.

on a train.

Volga Man Loses Hand in Ensilage Cutter Wm. Wilson of Volga was caught in an ensilage cutter last Wednesday afternoon and his left hand so badly mangled that amputation of the entire hand was necessary. He was brought to the Dr. Sandin Hospital for treatment and is recovering as well as can be expected considering the seriousness of the injury.

80 Years Ago January 26, 1939 Balsam Church Burns During Service The Balsam Lutheran Church, taking in one of the biggest rural congregations in this county, was destroyed Sunday morning by flames, which broke out about 11:45 a.m. while Rev. Carl Olson, the pastor, was delivering his sermon.

First cracking of the timbers was heard by Charles Remund, who turned to William J. Johnson sitting in front of him, and called his attention to the cracking. They asked Anton Melin, janitor, to go out and look. As Mr. Melin stepped out to the front of the church he saw the south side of the roof in flames and quickly ran into the church and spread the alarm.

Willing hands quickly entered the edifice and began carrying out fixtures and furniture. Saved were the organ and piano, all pews, tables and chairs in the basement and other goods.

The Balsam Church was built in 1905 when the former Rev. Magney was pastor. A new parsonage was built in 1937.

Plans had been made to remodel the church this summer.

85 Years Ago February 3, 1944 Epidemic of Measles Raging Throughout Community An epidemic of 25 to 30 cases of measles has struck this

community the past week or so, according to Amery Health Officer Dr. W. B. Cornwall.

Varying somewhat, the cases are most generally of quite serious nature.

Homes with the disease have been placarded, which is a form of quarantine in an attempt to halt the rapid spread of this disease. This means that parents and adults are still allowed their freedom of the home but children that have not had the disease must remain at home for 14 days after being exposed while the persons with the measles must be confined until completely well.

While measles are generally looked on as a rather light and insignificant children’s disease, it was pointed out the present form of the disease has been known to lead to paralysis and a dangerous form of pneumonia.

How Would It Seem to You Today?

With the swell weather that we have been enjoying this winter, one needs only to look back into history to really appreciate it.

And speaking of history, J. P. Jensen of Volga recalls that on January 28, 1915 – 29 years ago – the temperature ranged no less than 52 degrees below zero. The reason he recalls that particular date is because he had to come to Amery for medicine for his mother that day.

He made the trip in a horsepulled cutter and read the temperature from a thermometer on mainstreet. By the time they had reached town the horse was completely covered with frost and the smoke from the chimneys in Amery was visible for miles, coiling straight up.

Mr. Jensen said he walked home from town after he had purchased the medicine and didn’t mind the cold at all.

65 Years Ago February 4, 1954 Shadow, But… Groundhog Day found the

miserable critter seeing his shadow around these parts, but the weather gave lie to his predictions.

Monday blossomed nice and warm here with a high of 41 degrees recorded. Following right on its footsteps, Tuesday basked this area with 38-degree temperatures.

Three Injured in Car-Train Collision Recuperating from severe injuries but fortunate to be still living are three young people involved in a car-train crash early Sunday morning.

Injured and under treatment at the Amery Hospital, where they were taken by their physician, Dr. L. Campbell, of Clear Lake, are Marianne Gleboff and Margaret Marra, Clear Lake High School students, and Ray Olson of Prairie Farm.

The mishap occurred as the trio was driving along a town road about one mile west of Clear Lake. Traveling north, the car attempted to stop as an Omaha freight lumbered through the crossing. Icy roads prevented this and driver Olson attempted to turn with the train but a steep embankment made it impossible to miss the train.

Apparently the train crew was oblivious of the impact for it never stopped.

All teenagers, the group was returning home from a “March of Dimes” dance at the Clear Lake village hall about 12:45 when the accident occurred.

They suffered multiple bruises and lacerations but are making satisfactory gains as this is being written.

Many Cars Entered in Milltown Ice Race Car dealers have experienced a boom in junker sales the past two weeks as the ice racing fever has swept the area.

The Milltown Jalopy race committee is getting a record number of entries for the affair, which is scheduled for 2 p.m., Sunday, Feb. 7. The racing area will be at Sandy Beach on Half Moon Lake.

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north of Balsam Lake to the big race sign, then go east to the lake.

The Women’s race, which is set as a special event, is creating a lot of excitement among the female drivers. Practice sessions indicate they will put on a more slam-bang exhibition than the men.

The Backward Race, also promises to be exciting, for with glass taped and a safety belt holding the driver, it is almost impossible to see where to drive.

Other special events are being planned to give the crowd a full afternoon of thrills.

Spectators can park on land or on the ice and can sit in their cars during the races.

Snow banks that obstructed the view last time will be cut down.

50 Years Ago January 23, 1969 Ice Fishing Contest Coming Feb. 2 While heavy snows on North Twin Lake, Amery, will bring a change of format, the ninth annual fishing contest sponsored by St. Joseph church is definitely “on.”

Stands and other appurtenances will be placed near the lake, according to indications this week, with no cars allowed on the ice.

Major prizes being offered this year include a 1,000 lb. beef, outboard motor, portable television, power ice auger, Polaroid color pack camera, bicycle, toboggan, rod and reel, clock radio and electric knife. Awards will be made to various winners in different fish catching categories.

Crawling Invasion in Rural Deer Park Mrs. Gertrude Thompson, route one, Deer Park, had quite a surprise late Thursday afternoon, Jan. 16, when she went outside to scrape some ice off her sidewalks.

Starting her task, Mrs. Thompson discovered several caterpillers crawling on the walk. Amazed at the sight, she looked around and found several more crawling up along the side of the house. All told, the rural Deer Park woman counted 12 of the little wormlike creatures.

Her only explanation for the early arrival of the caterpillars was the mild weather and the warmth of the outside wall of the home.

New Tavern Replaces Old One on Birch Gordy’s Bar moved a few feet in a westerly direction last Friday and re-opened its doors Friday evening.

The move signaled the completion of a building project, which houses the dispensary in modern surroundings and all new equipment.

Owner Gordon Shafer has indicated that the old frame structure will be dismantled.

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Hikers, bikers ask to keep Gandy silent in summer

BY SUZANNE LINDGREN EDITOR@OSCEOLASUN.COM

The on-again discussion about opening the Gandy Dancer Trail to ATVs and UTVs in summer met resistance from silent sports enthusiasts last week.

Hikers and cyclists and asked county board members to keep the trail free of ATVs in summer, saying the change would increase trail maintenance costs by tens of thousands of dollars and hurt existing businesses that cater to silent sports users.

“About 1,500 event participants would be impacted,” said Stephanie Lundeen, owner of Luck’s Café Wren. “For each participant there is a spectator. … I don’t see that this board understands the economic impact of non-motorized sports trails.”

Others emphasized safety, saying that shared use would displace hikers and bikers completely.

For one trailside resident, the existing noise is already a bother.

“I would rather have trains than snowmobiles, they’re so loud,” said Bruce Christensen of Milltown. “They decided in the mid to late ‘80s that this trail was going to remain silent. I don’t see the county being obligated to open it to ATVs. I don’t see any reason to sneak in through the brush to get to the bar.”

Public comment at the Jan. 22 meeting skewed heavily against motors on the trail. One member of Polk County’s Snowmobile and ATV Council, Melvin Smith, avocated for shared use including horses. He pointed out that his group does significant maintenance on area trails, and said he believed motorized users would be respectful of others on the trail.

Public participation in past meetings indicates Polk County residents are pretty evenly split over the issue of motorizing silent sports trails.

Horseback riders also addressed the board Jan 22, asking to be included in the trail plan.

The resolution’s sponsor, Supervisor Chris Nelson of Balsam Lake, tried to assuage those who had voiced concern.

“The core of the resolution was just to ask environmental services to have a discussion about it,” he said. “I think a lot of misinformation gets out.

Someone says, ‘Everyone rally. They’re going to pass this tonight.’”

In a nine to four vote (two absent), the Polk

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Melvin Smith, a member of the Polk County Snowmobile and ATV Council said his group takes care of the trail.

County Board approved a resolution directing the Environmental Service Committee to develop and propose revisions to Polk County’s segment of the Gandy Dancer Trail plan “with consideration of expanding ATV winter use to all-season ATV and UTV use.”

Ultimately, there has been little movement on the issue since December, when the resolution was sent to the Environmental Services Committee after failing to pass for direction action. The committee will continue to take the issue under review.

Other business

Larson named VFW Teacher of the Year

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Amery High School teacher Emily Larson is shown receiving her award from Auxilary President Peggy Gillespie and VFW member Eldon Sanders.

Amery High School teacher Emily Larson has recently been awarded the VFW Teacher of the Year Award by the Amery VFW Post 7929 and Auxiliary. Each year, the VFW selects teachers who are nominated to receive the Smart/Maher VFW National Citizenship Education Teacher Award.

As the winner of the local Post her entry was then forward to compete at the VFW District level. Larson won at that level and next it was forwarded it to the VFW State Level. Post 7929 and Auxiliary are proud to announce Larson won at the State competition level. She will be receiving her award in Baraboo on Saturday Feb. 2. Next, she will be competing at the National Level.

Larson is the Family Consumer Science Instructor and adviser for Family Career community Leaders of America (FCCLA).

She firmly believes in “giving back” and instills that in her students.

“A prime example is the packages she sends to our troops. Since January 2011, under the direction and organizational skills of Emily, the FCCLA has sent over 258 packages to our troops. She has included the community and the lower grades in this patriotic endeavor. The younger grades have drawn pictures and written letters to put in the packages. The troops are uplifted and feel the love of our community,” said Auxiliary member Peggy Gillespie.

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Don Erickson of Barron County said he travels to Polk County to use the Gandy Dancer Trail “because there’s nothing like it.” He pointed out that Polk County’s segment of the Gandy is a link on the Ice Age Trail, a national scenic trail.

• The board confirmed employment for a new administrator, Nicholas Osborne, currently of Rock County, Wisconsin.

• Year-round ATV travel on designated county roads was approved. Previously, the routes were closed from Dec. 1 to Apr. 1.

• The board lifted a moratorium on its rural address numbering system.

• A resolution was approved recommending the removal of current members of the Polk County Board of Adjustment by the administrator’s office.

Kwik Trip makes offer for Osceola property

BY SUZANNE LINDGREN EDITOR@OSCEOLASUN.COM

Kwik Trip has expressed interest in buying two tax-delinquent lots in Osceola. The lots, which are adjacent, sit south of the village center on Ridge Road off State Highway 35. They total 78 acres.

According to a memo to Polk County board members, the county foreclosed on the properties in 2010.

The county put the properties up for public auction in July and October 2018, asking minimum bids of $170,000 and $175,000, respectively. No one bid the minimum. At the October auction, the county asked $250,000 for both lots and did not receive a minimum bid.

In selling, the county hopes to recoup costs including delinquent taxes, special assessment and other charges totaling more than $175,000 for each property.

Because the properties did not sell at auction, the board is entitled to authorize a direct sale.

Kwik Trip has offered $250,000 for both properties, according to the resolution under review.

The offer was referred to the Environmental Services and General Government committees for review.

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A mentor persepctive: Kinship carries on A mentor perspective submitted by Sarah Jensen, Service Coordinator Kinship of Polk County Sometimes, ordinary people doing ordinary things can create something extraordinary. That is the case with Molly and Melanie. They have been matched through Kinship of Polk County for seven years and still going strong. When they began, Molly was a sweet 10-year old girl from a single parent household looking for additional support. Melanie was a teacher at her school and had time and guidance to share.

They quickly discovered that they had many things in

common, including a love for the outdoors, games, photography, and eating out to name just a few. This fun-loving pair can turn almost anything into an adventure.

Their friendship grew to a deeper level when Melanie began giving Molly daily rides to school several years ago. Through this regular time together, the two were able to share everyday life.

Melanie learned more about the challenges Molly faced in school and at home and was able to provide an ear to listen as well as helpful advice.

It has been a life changing friendship for both of them.

Molly has been so touched by

Jennie-O to donate $25,000 in reward money to Jayme Closs BARRON, Wis. (AP) — Turkey products company Jennie-O says it will donate the $25,000 it had offered in reward money for information leading to Jayme Closs directly to the 13-year-old girl.

Jayme was kidnapped from her home in Barron, Wisconsin, on Oct. 15 and both of her parents were killed. She escaped 88 days later . Twenty-one-yearold Jake Patterson is charged with kidnapping and homicide.

Jayme’s parents, James and Denise Closs, worked at Jennie-O. The FBI and Jennie-O contributed a total of $50,000 for information on Jayme’s whereabouts.

Jennie-O and its parent company, Hormel Foods, announced Thursday that they’re working with law enforcement to get Jennie-O’s share of the reward to Jayme.

Jennie-O President Steve Lykken says in a statement that he hopes a trust fund can be set up for Jayme’s current and future needs.

It’s not clear what the FBI will do with the $25,000 it offered. Details on FBI rewards are generally not disclosed.

Wisconsin man uses ax on his property after spat over toys MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Wisconsin police say a 34-year-old man who thought his wife damaged his action figures retaliated by taking an ax to the family’s car, television and laptop in the house.

Madison Police Chief Mike Koval says the man called police just after 10 p.m. Sunday and told them he had too much to drink and overreacted about his action figures. Police say the man struck the car’s windshield so hard the ax got stuck.

The man’s name was not released. He was arrested and faces charges of disorderly conduct and felony damage to property. Police say he caused more than $5,000 in damages.

mentoring, that she wanted to pay it forward. Last year, she began as a school mentor in her high school, making a difference with a 9-year old boy also needing additional support. We are so proud of her! Here is 17-year old Molly’s experience in her own words, “Growing up in a single parent household it was nice to have an additional adult that was around. I was matched with Melanie a few weeks after my tenth birthday and she has always helped me through any problems I have been faced with. Not only has she helped me in my school life, she gives advice for friends and for home life. This

program has really helped me become the person I am and I hope it has touched other children.

Melanie and myself enjoy activities like hiking, birdwatching, movies, and trying out new restaurants. Together we have worked to explore the towns that are in our area.

Without Kinship there are plenty of experiences that I would never have had. Everything from homework help to encouraging my writing, Melanie has helped me learn that it is alright to be myself and how to navigate life’s problems.

My experience with Kinship was with the communi-

ty-based program but there is also a Kinship within our schools. Once in high school, students can choose to mentor an elementary student. Following in my mentor’s place, I decided that I wanted to help another child. I was matched with a sweet boy in the third grade at the time. We meet every Thursday and eat our lunch together. We talk about his class and what activities we want to do after lunch. The school mentoring program is a wonderful way of getting high schoolers excited to make an impact in the lives of kids in our community. “

Wisconsin Assembly approves pre-existing coverage bill

BY TODD RICHMOND ASSOCIATED PRESS

MADISON, Wis. (AP) — The Wisconsin Assembly overwhelmingly approved a bill Tuesday that would force health insurers to cover pre-existing conditions if Republicans succeed in dismantling the Affordable Care Act, heading off potential criticism of GOP legislators on the 2020 campaign trail.

Democrats blasted the bill as a publicity stunt, saying it doesn’t go nearly far enough. New Democratic Gov. Tony Evers pushed Republicans for a host of changes, including prohibiting annual and lifetime coverage limits and providing coverage for services for mothers and newborns, as well as prescription drugs.

Assembly Speaker Robin Vos and other Republican leaders chose to amend the measure Tuesday to eliminate annual and lifetime limits. They scrapped the rest of Evers’ revisions, saying they’re outside the scope of the bill. The measure ultimately passed 76-19, with 16 of the chamber’s 35 Democrats voting for it after their side spent nearly four hours railing against the bill.

Evers spokeswoman Melissa

Baldauff stopped short of saying the governor wouldn’t sign it but warned that he would be very disappointed if all the changes he wanted weren’t included.

Evers himself tweeted late Tuesday afternoon that the bill in its current form would offer less benefits for fewer people.

“Republicans must stop playing politics with Wisconsinites’ healthcare (sic),” Evers wrote.

Vos stressed that they were trying to work with Evers, and that the governor should realize he needs to give something to get something.

It’s not certain the measure will reach Evers’ desk. The bill next goes to the state Senate, but Republicans who control that chamber let a similar proposal die last session. Asked if the Senate would vote on this bill, Majority Leader Scott Fitzgerald replied, “We could, yeah. Maybe.

I mean, maybe. I don’t know.”

Fitzgerald said he and Vos met with Evers on the bill last week and left not knowing what Evers might sign.

“It’s pretty hard to negotiate against that,” Fitzgerald said.

Wisconsin Democrats made coverage for pre-existing conditions a key issue during the 2018

campaigns, ripping Republicans for joining a multistate lawsuit challenging the Affordable Care Act. Parts of the act guarantee coverage for pre-existing conditions.

Republicans retained control of the Assembly and Senate after the November elections, but their first move after this legislative session began on Jan. 7 was to bring back the pre-existing coverage bill.

The measure would take effect only if the ACA is repealed, giving Republicans a win-win if the act is erased. They could boast a huge national victory while avoiding alienating sick Wisconsinites.

Assembly Democrats pounced on the bill during the floor debate Tuesday, spending four hours lambasting it. Minority Leader Gordon Hintz questioned how Republicans can support coverage for pre-existing conditions while suing to repeal the ACA. Republicans said they were stunned Democrats weren’t on board with the measure.

“Don’t let excellent get in the way of good,” GOP Rep. Mary Felzkowski said. “That’s what you’re doing.”

Rep. Magnafici votes to protect preexisting conditions CONTRIBUTED REPRESENTATIVE’S OFFICE

Representative Gae Magnafici (R-Dresser) gave her maiden speech in the Wisconsin State Assembly on Tuesday. Rep. Magnafici spoke in support of Assembly Bill 1, which will protect insurance coverage for Wisconsin residents with preexisting conditions. Rep. Magnafici is a co-author of the bill and testified

in favor of the bill at the committee hearing.

Magnafici commented, “I ran for office because I care deeply about this issue. As I knocked on doors across Polk, Burnett, and St. Croix counties, it was very clear that preexisting conditions was a major issue for the people of my district. I made a promise to the people I met that if elected, I would fight to protect coverage for preexisting conditions.

Today I followed through with that promise by voting in favor of this bill.”

Assembly Bill 1, if enacted into law would ensure that every Wisconsin Resident is guaranteed insurance coverage if the Affordable Care Act, often referred to as Obamacare, is repealed. The bill is the first bill to be taken up Assembly Republicans during the new legislative session.

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AREA CHURCHES AMERY CONGREGATIONAL, 201 N. Harriman Ave. Barry Schaefer, pastor Wednesday, Jan. 30: 8:30 a.m. Women’s Bible Study; 10 a.m. Money Management; 3:30 p.m. Homework and Hangout; 4:30 p.m. Confirmation Class; 5:45 p.m. Family Dinner; 6:30 p.m. Souper Bowl of Caring Youth Event; 7 p.m. Money Management.

Thursday, Jan. 31: 9:30 a.m. Senior Dining Hall Open; 5:30 p.m. Women’s Bible Study.

Friday, Feb. 1: 8:30 a.m. Distant Communions; 9:30 a.m.

Senior Dining Hall Open.

Sunday, Feb. 3: 9:30 a.m. Christian Education Meeting; 10 a.m. Worship with Communion; 11:15 a.m. Diaconte Meeting.

Monday, Feb. 4: 9:30 a.m. Senior Dining Hall Open; 7 p.m.

Boy Scouts.

Tuesday, Feb. 5: 6:30 a.m. Men’s Bible Study; 9:30 a.m.

Senior Dining Hall Open; 10 a.m. Bible Study.

AMERY FREE LUTHERAN, 1 mile west of golf course on CTH F, Eric Christenson, pastor www.ameryflc.org Every Sunday: 9 a.m. Sunday School for ages 3-103; 10:15 Worship Service; 6 p.m. Small Group Bible Studies in homes.

Wednesdays: 9:30 a.m. Small Group Women’s Bible Study in home; 7 p.m. Youth Group and Small Group Bible Studies in homes.

Call the church office for details 715-268-9218.

APPLE RIVER COMMUNITY, 942 US Hwy. 8, Amery Justin Hosking, pastor Sunday: 9:30 a.m. Sunday School for All Ages; 10:15 a.m.

Coffee & Fellowship; 10:30 a.m. Morning Worship.

Tuesday: 9:30 a.m. Women’s Bible Study.

Wednesday: 10 a.m. Men’s Bible Study; 5:30 p.m. Kids One-Way Club.

BALSAM LUTHERAN, 1115 Mains Crossing, Amery, Dan Watland, pastor Sunday, Feb. 3: 8:30 a.m. Elim Worship with Holy Communion; 8:30 a.m. Sunday School; 9:30 a.m. Birthday Sunday, Finance Committee; 10:15 a.m. Worship with Holy Communion; 11:30 a.m. Annual Meeting.

Monday, Feb. 4: 8:30 a.m. Prayer Ministry & Adult Education Committee, h/Ruth.

Tuesday, Feb. 5: 8:30 a.m. Quilting at Elim.

CENTERPOINT, 740 Maple Drive, St. Croix Falls (High school) Dick Enerson, pastor Sunday: 10-11:15 a.m. Worship celebration; Children’s church (SuperKidz) age 4-5th grade; Nursery (KidzKorner) birth-3 years.

Cell Groups (small group Bible studies) offered throughout the week.

CHURCH OF CHRIST, New Richmond Jack Philips, Evangelist, 715-497-7596 Sunday: 9 a.m. Bible Study; 10 a.m. Worship.

Wednesday: 6:30 p.m. Bible Study and Devotions.

CLEAR LAKE UNITED METHODIST, John Hazen, pastor Sunday: 11:00 a.m. Worship.

Wednesday: 5:30 p.m. Meal for all; 6 p.m. Church school.

DEER PARK UNITED METHODIST, John Hazen, pastor Sunday: 9:45 a.m. Worship.

DERONDA LUTHERAN, 1239 65th Ave., Amery Lori Peper, pastor 715-268-9577 Wednesday, Jan. 30: 9 a.m. Little Falls WELCA; 6 p.m. JAM and Confirmation at Little Falls; 7 p.m. Popcorn with Pastor at Little Falls.

Thursday, Jan. 31: 9 a.m. Deronda Quilting; Little Falls Quilting.

Sunday, Feb. 3: Food Shelf Collection; 8 a.m. Little Falls Worship; 9:30 a.m. Trinity Worship; 11 a.m. Deronda Worship.

Tuesday, Feb. 5: 9 a.m. Parish Staff Meeting.

See our website for up-to-date scheduling www.deronda church.net.

EAST BALSAM BAPTIST, 1816 108th St./CTH I, Balsam Lake, Gabriel Brennan, pastor www.eastbalsam.org 715-857-5411 Sunday: 9 a.m. Worship service; 10:30 a.m. Sunday school.

Tuesday: Women’s Ministry; 9 a.m. Bible Study.

EAST IMMANUEL LUTHERAN, south of Amery on Hwy. 46 then west on 20th Ave., Kathy Pennington, pastor Saturday, Feb. 2: 8 a.m. Men of East Immanuel at Deer’s Bar. Sunday, Feb. 3: 9:30 a.m. GIFT; 10:30 a.m. Worship.

EAST LINCOLN ALLIANCE, 735 70th Ave., Amery 715-268-2350 www.eastlincolnalliance.com Eric Danielson and Randy Schussman, pastors Sunday: 8:45 a.m. Prayer Meeting; 9 a.m. Coffee and Fellowship; 9:30 a.m. Worship service. Child Care and Discovery Land for children are provided during Worship service.

Small groups meet throughout the week. Contact the church office for further details.

Recharge for Middle and High School students, 6 p.m. every Wednesday.

EL SALEM BAPTIST/TWIN FALLS CHRISTIAN CENTER, Dresser, Darryl R. Olson, pastor

Sunday: 9:30 a.m. Sunday school; 10:35 a.m. Worship; 6 p.m. Sunday evening.

Wednesday: 7 p.m. Bible Study.

ELIM LUTHERAN, Range, Dan Watland, pastor Sunday: 8:30 a.m. Worship.

Holy Communion 2nd and 3rd Sundays.

Council 3rd Tuesday at 6 p.m.

FAITH LUTHERAN (ELCA), 301 1st Ave. East (across from public beach on Co. Rd. I)Balsam Lake, 715-4853800, Diane Norstad, pastor Sunday: 9:30 a.m. Sunday worship; Communion first and last Sunday.

Wednesday: 6:30 p.m. J.A.M. (Jesus & Me).

FAITH LUTHERAN (ELCA), 134 Prentice St. S, Clayton Margaret Grant, pastor Sunday: 9 a.m. Sunday school; 9:45 a.m. Worship; 10:45 a.m. Fellowship.

Men’s Bible Study 2nd Sunday 6 p.m.

Mission Quilting Tuesdays 9 a.m.

Wednesday evening service 7:15-7:45 p.m.

FIRST LUTHERAN, 240 Elm St., Amery Tim Bjorge, pastor Wednesday, Jan. 30: 6 p.m. Confirmation.

Thursday, Jan. 31: 8 a.m. Bible Study Here; 8:30 a.m. Quilters; 7 p.m. Al Anon.

Sunday, Feb. 3: 9 a.m. Worship; 10:15 a.m. Choir and Sunday School; 10:15 a.m. Congregational Meeting.

Tuesday, Feb. 5: 7:30 a.m. Women’s Bible Study.

FIRST LUTHERAN (LCMC), 811 South Ave. W, Clear Lake www.firstluthclearlake.com Bryan S. Anderson, pastor Wednesday, Jan. 30: 6:15 p.m. 7th and 8th Grade Confirmation; 7:30 p.m. 9th Grade Confirmation.

Saturday, Feb. 2: 7 a.m. Men’s Bible Study.

Sunday, Feb. 3: 8:30 a.m. Contemporary Worship with Communion; 9:30 a.m. Fellowship; 9:40 a.m. Sunday School; 10 a.m. Traditional Worship with Communion; 11 a.m.

Fellowship; 7 p.m. Choir Practice.

Monday, Feb. 4: 7 p.m. Compassionate Friends Meeting.

Tuesday, Feb. 5: 9 a.m. Quilting.

FIRST PRESYTERIAN, 719 Nevada St., St. Croix Falls Barbara Anne Keely, pastor Sunday: 10:15 a.m. Coffee and Fellowship; 11 a.m. Worship.

FOREST UNITED METHODIST, John Hazen, pastor Sunday: 8:30 a.m. Worship.

FULL GOSPEL LIGHTHOUSE, Graytown Merlin Burton, pastor Sunday: 10:30 a.m. Sunday school; 11 a.m. Worship.

GEORGETOWN LUTHERAN-ELCA, 877 190th Ave. Co. Rd. G, Balsam Lake (Fox Creek) 715-857-5580

serving@georgetownlutheran.net Pastor Diane House Sunday: 9:15 a.m. Sunday school; 10:30 a.m. Worship; Communion 1st and 3rd Sunday.

GRACE LUTHERAN - WELS, 460 4th St., Clear Lake, Ellery W. Groth, pastor 715-491-4330 Sunday Service 8:30 a.m.

Thursday Bible Class 10 a.m.

HOLY TRINITY ORTHODOX, 511 1st St., Clayton, 715-948-2493 htoc@amerytel.net Chris Wojcik, pastor Sundays: 9:30 a.m. Divine Liturgy.

HOLY TRINITY UNITED METHODIST, 1606 165th Ave., Centuria, on CTH I between Balsam Lake and Centuria Freddie Kirk, pastor Sunday: 8:30 a.m. Worship.

Monday, Dec. 24: 4 p.m. Christmas Eve Service including an anthem by the choir.

IMMANUEL EV. LUTHERAN (LCMS), 124 E. Church St., Clayton ImmLCLCMS@centurytel.net 715-541-2955 Gregory Becker, pastor Sunday: 9 a.m. Divine Worship.

Wednesday: 5:30 p.m. Advent Worship Service; 6:30 p.m.

Family Christian Education.

IMMANUEL LUTHERAN, 65th Ave., rural Clayton Margaret Grant, pastor Sunday: 8:30 a.m. Worship.

Wednesday: 6:30 p.m. Family Christian Education; 7:30 p.m. Confirmation.

JOURNEY CHURCH, 131 Broadway St., Amery Derek Downs, Lead Pastor 715-268-2223 www.journeychurch.city Sundays: Worship service 9 a.m.; All Ages Sunday school beginning Sept. 9 from 10:30-11:30 a.m.

Mondays: Moms In Prayer 1:30-2:30 p.m. at Journey Church; Moms who gather together each week to pray for our schools and children.

Wednesdays (when school is in session) beginning Sept.

5: Free Family Meal from 5:45-6:15 p.m., Kids Club 6:15-7:30 p.m. Kids Club is a place where you get to experience the excitement of worshipping God with songs, games and a Bible study with your friends!; DW Youth Group 6:15-7:30 p.m. meets in the Teen Center Building. For students in grades 6th-12th. Real life topics ... real life answers! Invite your friends!

Every other Thursday: Journey Women 6:30 p.m. at Journey Church; Real Women-Real Faith.

Saturdays: Men’s Bible Study meets at 7 a.m. in the Teen Center.

LITTLE FALLS LUTHERAN, 1272 44th Ave., Amery Lori

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“I do believe; help me overcome my unbelief!”

—Mark 9:24 NIV

n the spiritual realm, there are many things which are difficult, if not impossible, to understand, without first believing. In many cases, belief sows the seeds of understanding, so that one’s faith and knowledge of God can grow only once one has taken the first steps towards believing in God. In many areas of life, we must trust and believe before we can have knowledge and understanding. In our social life, we gain understanding and knowledge of friends and family by first trusting them, and then their response to our trust creates the bonds of trust and love that we can then know and rely on. In order to know and trust God, it is likewise necessary to first extend a heart and mind willing to believe, though at first, we may not have that certainty which our anxious minds desire. Many of us want certainty before we assent to believe, fearing that believing without proof is putting the cart before the horse. But believing first, and then understanding and acting afterwards, is more often the correct order of doing things.

Belief is the horse which drives us to act and to understand as we should. No one will fight valiantly without first believing that he or she has the strength and skills necessary to win. We must first believe that others are loveable before we will reach out to love them. And likewise, with God, we must first believe that God loves and cares for us as his children before we can know and understand that He is our true father. – Christopher Simon

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Peper, pastor 715-268-9577 Wednesday, Jan. 30: 9 a.m. Little Falls WELCA; 6 p.m. JAM and Confirmation at Little Falls; 7 p.m. Popcorn with Pastor at Little Falls.

Thursday, Jan. 31: 9 a.m. Deronda Quilting; Little Falls Quilting.

Sunday, Feb. 3: Food Shelf Collection; 8 a.m. Little Falls Worship; 9:30 a.m. Trinity Worship; 11 a.m. Deronda Worship.

Tuesday, Feb. 5: 9 a.m. Parish Staff Meeting.

See our website for up-to-date scheduling www.little fallschurch.net LIVING WORD CHAPEL, Hwy 64 at Forest Randy Dean, pastor Sunday: 8:45-9:45 a.m. Sunday school; 10 am. Main service.

Wednesday: 7:30 pm. Adults and Teen Ministry.

MENNONITE CHURCH, 1681 6 1/2 St., Co. Hwy. P North, Almena, 715-357-3321 Sunday: 10 a.m. Sunday school, all ages; 10:45 a.m. Sunday worship service; 7:30 p.m. Sunday evening service.

MOE LUTHERAN (ELCA), 451 30th St., Clear Lake Sunday: 10 a.m. Fellowship; 11 a.m. Worship; Potluck lunch 2nd Sunday.

Men’s Bible Study 2nd Sunday 6 p.m.

Women’s Bible Study 2nd Thursday 1:30 p.m.

NEW LIFE COMMUNITY, Amery Craig Jorgenson, pastor Sunday: 10 a.m. Worship.

Tuesday: 6:30 p.m. Prayer.

Wednesday: 6:30 p.m. Youth.

OTTERCREEK CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP, Glenwood City Civic Center, Jason Taylor, pastor Sunday: 10:30 a.m. Worship; Children’s church, childcare provided.

Wednesday Night Prayer.

OUR LADY OF THE LAKES CATHOLIC, Balsam Lake Father Eugene Murphy, pastor Masses: Saturday 6 p.m., Sunday 8:30 a.m.

OUR SAVIOR’S LUTHERAN, 217 Deronda St., Amery Keith Ruehlow, pastor Wednesday, Jan. 30: 12 p.m. TableTalkMen; 5 p.m. Youth Cafe; 5:30 p.m. 7th and 8th Confirmation Class; 6:15 p.m.

Evening Prayer; 6:30 p.m. Youth Group; 7 p.m. Choir Practice.

Thursday, Jan. 31: 8:30 a.m. Bible Study.

Sunday, Feb. 3: 9 a.m. Worship with Holy Communion; 10:15 a.m. Sunday School.

Monday, Feb. 4: 6:30 p.m. Amery Cub Scout Leaders.

Tuesday, Feb. 5: 1 p.m. Quilting; 7 p.m. Swedish Club.

PRAIRIEVIEW COVENANT, 1396 210th Ave. (2 miles north of New Richmond on 65) Tim Coyer, pastor www.prairieviewchurch.net Sunday: 9 a.m. Sunday School; 10 a.m. Worship, Nursery care available; Coffee/fellowship after worship service.

Wednesday: 6-7:30 p.m. Family Night, Worship/Groups for all ages.

REDEEMER LUTHERAN, 600 S. Keller Ave., Amery Tom Hahn, pastor Wednesday, Jan. 30: 5:30 p.m. Confirmation.

Sunday, Feb. 3: 9:30 a.m. Worship with Holy Communion; 10:30 a.m. Fellowship.

Monday, Feb. 4: 10 a.m. Ladies Bible Study.

REEVE EVANGELICAL FREE, Jct. Barron CTH K & A, Clear Lake, www.reevechurch.org Sunday: 9 am. Worship service; 10:15 a.m. Fellowship Time.

Wednesday nights: 6:30-7:30 p.m. Adult Bible Study and Prayer; Kids Club, Jr. & Sr. High Youth Group (Sept.-May).

As an outsider who has witnessed the interactions of the massive Bub Maxon family over the years, I cannot stress the indestructible sense of BELONGING these people share for their namesake. To anyone on the outside, Bub and Joan Maxon represent strong, deeply rooted people who worked hard and played hard; and they taught their children to follow suit.

Outsiders had respect for Bub and how he managed his work, his family and his strong sense of community.

To those on the inside, with Bub and Joan’s blood running through their veins, MAXON is a word synonymous with PRIDE, SELF-RESPECT, SELF-WORTH, and HONOR. In the last hours of Bub’s life, with his family at his side, one of Bub’s kids said “so proud to have been your son dad, so PROUD”. That is the kind of tribute a man like Bub aspired to and deserved. But whatever pride this group had in Bub it could never amount to the pride he had in all of them. You all do him PROUD. Sorry for your loss Maxon family, but way to reach but way to reach home plate like a true champ Bub!!

OBITUARY A variety of small groups (AA, men’s & women’s) are also held throughout the week.

ST. BARNABAS EPISCOPAL, 365 5th St., Clear Lake, Rev. Geri E. Sola Sunday: 9:15 a.m. Sunday school; 10:15 a.m. Worship.

Holy Communion 1st and 3rd Sunday at 10:15 a.m.

Morning Prayer 2nd and 4th Sunday at 10:15 ST. CROIX UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST FELLOWSHIP, 201 N. Adams, St. Croix Falls www.scuuf.org Sunday: 10 a.m. First three Sundays.

ST. JOHN’S CATHOLIC, Clear Lake, Fr. John Long, pastor Mass: 8 a.m. Wednesday.

Mass: 8 a.m. Thursday.

Mass: 10:30 a.m. Sunday.

ST. JOSEPH CATHOLIC, 1050 Keller Ave. N, Amery Father Eugene Murphy • 715-268-7717 • stjosephamery.org Wednesday, Jan. 30: 9 a.m. Mass.

Thursday, Jan. 31: 6:30 p.m. GriefShare Meeting.

Friday, Feb. 1: 9 a.m. Communion Service.

Saturday, Feb. 2-Sunday, Feb. 3: St. Blaise Weekend.

Saturday, Feb. 2: 10 a.m. Little Flowers Girls Group; 4 p.m.

Mass.

Sunday, Feb. 3: 10:30 a.m. Mass.

Monday, Feb. 4: Blood Drive Tuesday, Feb. 5: 9 a.m. Communion Service; 6 p.m. Pastoral Council Meeting, RCIA. ST. JOHN LUTHERAN, Forest, John Wilman, pastor Friday, Feb. 1-Saturday, Feb. 2: Pastor’s Day Off. Sunday, Feb. 3: 8 a.m. Worship with Holy Communion; 9 a.m. Fellowship.

Tuesday, Feb. 5: 1 p.m. Bible Study.

ST. PAUL LUTHERAN, Deer Park, John Wilman, pastor Friday, Feb. 1-Saturday, Feb. 2: Pastor’s Day Off. Sunday, Feb. 3: 8:45 a.m. Sunday School; 9 a.m. Fellowship; 9:30 a.m. Worship with Holy Communion; 10:30 a.m.

Ladies Meet, Confirmation.

Monday, Feb. 4-Tuesday, Feb. 5: Pastor Visiting Shut-ins.

Tuesday, Feb. 5: 6:30 p.m. Bible Study.

SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST, 76 20th Ave., Clear Lake John Redlich, pastor 715-645-2230; Head Elder Paul Hasman 715-671-3697 Saturday Services: Adult and Children’s Bible Study 9:30 a.m.; Church 11 a.m.

Midweek Service: Wednesday 7 p.m. Call Head Elder for location in winter months.

THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS (Mormons), 644 S. 6th St., Barron Chapel 715-537-3679 Bishop Kenneth Konesky 715-719-0283 Sunday: Sacrament 10 a.m.; Sunday School/Primary 11:20 a.m.; Priesthood/Relief Society 12:10 p.m.

TRINITY LUTHERAN of Garfield, 1578 85th Ave., Amery Lori Peper, pastor 715-268-9577 Wednesday, Jan. 30: 9 a.m. Little Falls WELCA; 6 p.m. JAM and Confirmation at Little Falls; 7 p.m. Popcorn with Pastor at Little Falls.

Thursday, Jan. 31: 9 a.m. Deronda Quilting; Little Falls Quilting.

Sunday, Feb. 3: Food Shelf Collection; 8 a.m. Little Falls Worship; 9:30 a.m. Trinity Worship; 11 a.m. Deronda Worship.

Tuesday, Feb. 5: 9 a.m. Parish Staff Meeting.

See our website for up-to-date scheduling www.trinitylutheranchurchofamery.com.

UNITED COVENANT, 348 5th St. NW, Clear Lake Dan Pearson, pastor Wednesday, Jan. 30: 5:30 p.m. All Church Supper; 6 p.m.

Kid’s Blast, CREW, Adult Study; 7 p.m. Worship Practice T-1.

UNITED METHODIST, GLENHILLS PARISH Marybeth Scow, pastor Emerald UMC: 8:30 a.m. Worship with Sunday School.

Glenwood City UMC: 9:45 a.m. Worship with Sunday School.

Downing UMC: 11 a.m. Worship with Sunday School.

WEST IMMANUEL LUTHERAN, ELCA, 447 180th St., Osceola, Rexford D. Brandt, pastor Wednesday, Jan. 30: 9 a.m. Men’s Work Group; 6:15 p.m.

Confirmation Meal; 6:30 p.m. HS Youth; 7 p.m. Confirmation Classes.

Thursday, Jan. 31: AIM Bible Study.

Sunday, Feb. 3: 9 a.m. Worship Service with Holy Communion followed by Annual Congregational Meeting and Potluck lunch; NO Sunday School.

WORD OF LIFE FELLOWSHIP, Clear Lake Patricia and Harlen Wienke, pastors Sunday: 10 a.m. Worship.

Tuesday: 9 a.m. Healing Rooms by appointment.

Wednesday: 7 p.m. Adult Bible Study.

Father Joseph C. Trinka Father Joseph C. Trinka, age 87 of Amery, WI, formerly of Clear Lake, WI died early on Wednesday, January 23, 2019 at the Amery Memory Care where he had been a resident the past two years.

Father Joseph Casimir Trinka was born on Aug gust 11th, 1931 in Boston, M Massachusetts the son o of Lithuanian emigrants J Joseph and Veronika ((Sarafinas) Trinka. He a attended St. Peter’s Lithu uanian Church in Boston w where he was Baptized and C Confirmed and served as an a acolyte. At a young age he k knew he always wanted to b be a Priest and felt that the V Virgin Mary intervened to make that possible. Because of this, Father had a lifelong devotion to her. Joseph attended the Boston Public School thru eighth grade and then went on to St Francis Xavier Minor Seminary. His education for the Priesthood next took him to Our Lady of Angel’s Seminary at Niagara University, New York and was ordained a Roman Catholic Priest on May 7th 1959 at St Peter’s Lithuanian Church in Boston.

Father then began serving the Diocese of Superior, WI for the next 49 years before retiring at age 76 due to health problems.

His years of service took him to the following Wisconsin parishes: Holy Rosary Church in Medford – 6+ years, Immaculate Conception Church in Rhinelander, St. John Mission in Pelican Lake and at St. James Mission in Monico – 2+ years, St. John the Evangelist Church in Birchwood, St. Mary’s Church in Exeland and at St. Ann’s Church in Murry – 10+ years, St. Patrick’s Church in Centuria and Our Lady of the Pines Church in Balsam Lake – 11+ years, St. Joseph’s Church in Barron and St. Peter’s Church in Cameron – 3+ years, St. John the Baptist Church in Clear Lake and St. Bridget’s Church in Stanton – 14 years.

Growing up in the Boston culture Father had a love of opera and classical music and had an amazing voice. Father also enjoyed the old movies and ice cream!!

Father had a love of the Mass and such a gratitude for being allowed to become a Priest that he offered Mass for the people every day of the week including his days off. Father also kept a journal of his Masses and whom they were offered for. In his life as a Priest Father offered nearly 30,000 Masses.

At the age of 76 health issues forced Father into retirement, something he never wanted to do. He spent the next years at River Bend and then Amery Memory Care where he offered Mass daily (attended by friends) until he was no longer able.

In Fathers final days at Amery Memory Care the love and respect of the staff was over whelming. Staff came in early, stayed late and even came in on their days off to spent time and Pray for Father.

“Well done my good and faithful servant” Father was preceded in death by his parents, Joseph and Veronika Trinka; sisters, Josephine Trinka and Veronica (Trinka) Chesnell; brother in law, Daniel Chesnell; niece, Dorothy Jenness; and Nephew, Carl Chesnell.

A Mass of Christian Burial was on Monday, January 28, 2019 at 11:00 am at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Clear Lake, WI. Officiant - Bishop James Powers. Music - Jane Thompson & Shelly Budke. Former Altar Servers Casket Bearers: Steve Arcand, Joseph Novak, Matthew Novak, Nicholas Novak, Ronald Thelen and Brent Traynor.

Visitation was Sunday, January 27, 2019 from 5- 7pm at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Clear Lake, WI and one hour before the service at the church on Monday. With interment at the New Calvary Cemetery, Boston, MA. Scheuermann Funeral Home and Cremation Services are handling the local arrangements. www. clearlakefuneralhome.com

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OBITUARIES

Harrison (Bub) Maxon

Chad Eugene Leggett

Dennis M. Priebe

Harrison (Bub) Maxon, age 85 of Amery, passed away Friday January 25, 2019 at Regions Hospital in St. Paul, Minnesota. Bub was born in Fairchild, Wisconsin on May 20, 1933 to Paul C and Marjorie (Shaw) Maxon.

Bub attended High School a and graduated from Amery H High in 1951. After High S School he enlisted in the U United States Army and sserved from 1953 to 1955 a and was later honorably d discharged. Returning ffrom the Army, he started w working at Route’s grocery sstore in Amery cutting m meat. He and Don Athman llater bought the store which would become the Amery Meat Market and is now the location of Subway. In 1965, he built and moved the Amery Market to Central Ave. He retired and sold it in 1996 to his son, David, but continued to spend many hours there helping out.

Bub met Joan Berget while she worked at the Amery bakery where he would stop after work. They were united in marriage August 27, 1955 at Joan’s family home in Wanderoos, WI and to this union they had 8 children together, 5 boys and 3 girls.

He and Joan bought a hobby farm west of town in 1968 where they lived for 50 years. In his free time he loved watching sports. He was a faithful Packer and Brewers fan. As the kids were growing up he was very involved with coaching both men and women’s softball teams. Bub played for the Amery Flyers where he was a pitcher and played for the Lincoln town team for several years. He also enjoyed hunting and going to deer camp every fall.

He was the biggest supporter of his children and grandchildren’s many sports and enjoyed watching them play.

Bub is survived by his wife of 64 years, Joan ; 7 children Cheryl (Dean) Siemsen of Amery, WI; Douglas (Sharon) of Farmington, MN; Bruce (Karen) of Amery , WI; Mick (Dawn) of Woodbury, MN; Teri (Rod) Thompson of Star Prairie, WI; David (Wendy) of New Richmond, WI; Jon (Rachel) of Osceola, WI, adopted daughter, Bonnie Knutson of Hudson, WI; 21 grandchildren, 24 great-grandchildren, 4 great great-grandchildren, sister Lucille (Lester) Gehrman of Amery, WI and brother Marv (Kathy) Maxon of Amery, WI. He is preceded in death by parents, Paul and Marge, daughter Annette Maxon, Grandsons Kyle and Christopher Maxon, great granddaughter Katie Mondor.

Funeral services will be held at 11 AM on Wednesday, January 30, 2019 at Our Saviors Lutheran Church with Pastor Keith Ruehlow officiating. Visitation will be held from 4 to 7 PM on Tuesday at the Williamson-White Funeral and one hour prior to the service at the Church. A private family burial will take place at a later date.

To sign an online guest book and view a video tribute please visit www.williamsonwhite.com Arrangements were entrusted to the Williamson-White Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 222 Harriman Avenue North Amery, Wisconsin 54001.

Chad Eugene Leggett, age 48, of Osceola, Wisconsin passed away on Thursday, January 24, 2019 at the Osceola Medical Center.

Chad was born on July 12, 1970 in Amery, Wisconsin to George and Monna (Anderson) Leggett. He a attended school in Amery.

C Chad loved to spend time w with his friends and family.

H He was very outgoing and w was always very sociable.

He is survived by a daughtter, Ashley Leggett; 3 sons, P Patrick Peveto, Jameson L Leggett and Zachariah L Leggett; a brother, Tyler L Leggett as well as his aunts, u uncles and other relatives & friends. He is preceded in death by his parents, grandparents and a brother, Ryan.

A celebration of Life Chad’s life will be held 10 – 1 p.m. on Friday, February 1, 2019 at the Williamson-White Funeral Home, 222 Harriman Avenue North Amery, Wisconsin. A private family interment will take place at a later date in the spring.

To sign an online guest book and view a video tribute please visit www.williamsonwhite.com Arrangements were entrusted to the Williamson-White Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 222 Harriman Avenue North Amery, Wisconsin 54001.

Dennis M. Priebe, 78 of Clear Lake, WI, died early on Saturday, January 19, 2019 at Amery Memory Care in Amery, WI. Dennis Michael Priebe was born on November 28, 1940 in North St. Paul, MN the son of Otto and Matilda ((Jungmann) Priebe and w was baptized at St. Peter’s C Catholic Church in North St. P Paul. When he was 11 years o old, Dennis moved with h his family to Clear Lake, W WI. He was confirmed at S St. John’s Catholic Church IIn Clear Lake and gradua ated from Clear Lake High S School in 1959. Dennis was m married to Patricia Malmen o on November 10, 1962 at St. John’s Church. Together they operated their dairy farm for many years and raised 4 children, Denise, Danette, Deann and Dan. Dennis loved sports, and in his younger days played baseball and softball and was an exceptional pitcher. In his spare time, when he wasn’t watching sports, Dennis enjoyed deer hunting and traveling with Pat on numerous trips around the country. He especially loved spending time with his family and friends. Dennis was also a devout Catholic and was an active member of St. John’s Catholic Church in Clear Lake, WI. He is preceded in death by his parents, Otto & Mathilda Priebe; brothers and sisters in law, Jerome (Dorothy) Priebe, Marlin (Jeanette) Priebe, Eugene (Myrtle) Priebe and Bernard (Ramona) Priebe; sisters and brothers in law, Geraldine Roland, Elaine (Homer) Braun, Audrey (Cliff) Anderson.

Dennis is survived by his wife, Patricia Priebe - Clear Lake, WI; sons and daughters, Denise Bittorf - Rhinelander, WI, Danette Priebe - Luck, WI, DeAnn (Mark) Ostenson - New Richmond Hudson, WI, Dan (Molly Rice) Priebe - Hudson, WI; grandchildren, Ben Kirk, Lane Eckwall, Danae (Jake) Becker, Halle Hauer, Stephanie Hanson, Chelsea Hanson, Tricia Hanson, Alexis Priebe, Sam Priebe and Claire Priebe; great grandchildren, Lehney and Landon Paulson, Audree Kirk and Iyla Becker; sister, Cleo (Curt) Nordby Reeve, WI; many relatives, family and friends.

There will be a Mass of Christian Burial on Thursday, January 24, 2019 at 11:00 am at St. John’s Catholic Church in Clear Lake, WI Clergy - Fr. Jim Brinkman Music - Yoshiko Shakal and St. John’s Choir Casket Bearers: Paul Bierbrauer, Chuck Caspersen, Kenneth Caspersen, Mike Drevdahl, Jay Graham, Tom Meier The Visitation will be Wednesday, January 23, 2019 from 4- 7pm at the Scheuermann Funeral Home in Clear Lake, WI and one hour before the service at the church on Thursday. Interment will be at the Clear Lake Cemetery, Clear Lake, WI. Scheuermann Funeral Home and Cremation Services are handling the arrangements. www.clearlakefuneralhome.com

Geraldine “Geri” (Gusek) Brase Geraldine “Geri” (Gusek) Brase, 88, of Lake Geneva, WI passed away suddenly January 18, 2019 in Estero, FL. Geri was a former resident of Amery, WI. Geri was preceded in death by husband Robert ((Bob) and brothers Sonn ny (Richard), Joseph and J James.

She is survived by a ffamily that includes son, D Dennis (Nancy) Brase and d daughter, Karla; sister, J Jackie (Frank) Mazurek; 5 g grandchildren and 4 great g grandchildren.

Geri will spend the rremainder of the winter iin Florida where she had enjoyed her last few winters, although in a different form. She will be returned to Wisconsin in the Spring where a celebration of life is planned.

Robert Earl Wulf Robert Earl Wulf age 89 of Amery, Wisconsin passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 26, 2019 at his home.

Robert “Bob” was born on April 12, 1929 to Herbert and Lilly (McCurdy) Wulf. He graduated in 1947 from B Balsam Lake High School.

H He married Marilyn Hietalla on October 10, 1950 and tthey raised 2 children. Bob h had multiple jobs (lumb berjack camp, automotive, iiron range mining) prior to m military service. He served iin the US Army in Germ many and was honorably d discharged. He worked at tthe Polk County Highway D Department as a foreman building and maintaining roads, and was a grader operator in the winter. He was a volunteer representative for employees and lobbied diligently for county and municipal employees to receive union benefits and was finally successful after many years.

In his free time Bob was an avid outdoorsman. He loved to go hunting, fishing and trapping, but most of all loved spending time with his friends and family.

He was a great gardener, canning, freezing and sharing produce with others. He was a life member of the Milltown VFW. Bob is survived by daughter, Judy (Jim) Greenwood; son, Mike (Judy) Wulf and sister, Mae Moore.

He has 3 grandchildren, Amy Pollock, Tracy Caruso and Derek Buettner; 3 great-grandchildren, Lila, Emilia and Jack. He was looking forward to meeting his future great-granddaughter in April. He was preceded in death by his wife, Marilyn; a brother, Bill; a sister, Lu and his parents.

Funeral Services will be held at 11 AM on Saturday, February 2, 2019 at the Williamson-White Funeral Home, 222 Harriman Avenue North Amery, Wisconsin. Visitation will be held from 4 – 7 PM on Friday at the funeral and one hour prior to the service on Saturday. Interment will take place on Monday, February 3, 2019 at the Northern Wisconsin Veterans Cemetery in Spooner, Wisconsin.

To sign an online guest book please visit www. williamsonwhite.com Arrangements were entrusted to the Williamson-White Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 222 Harriman Avenue North Amery, Wisconsin 54001.

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COPYCAT CHICKEN ALFREDO Cook and drain according to directions: 12 oz. fettuccine pasta Put in larger skillet over medium-high heat: 2 T. olive oil 2 T. butter Quickly add right after butter is melted and fry until golden on each side: 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts Salt and pepper to taste Cover pan, reduce heat and cook until chicken is done, about 5-7 minutes.

Remove from skillet and put onto plate. Cool until you can cut it into strips.

Melt over medium heat: 1/2 c. butter Add and cook until aromatic, about 30 seconds, add salt and pepper to taste: 1 clove garlic, very finely chopped Whisk into the butter/garlic mixture, stirring until there are no lumps: 1-1/2 T. flour Slowly whisk in: 2 c. heavy cream Continue to cook until sauce is steaming and slightly thickened.

Whisk in: 1/2 c. grated Parmesan cheese Stir until smooth. To serve, place cooked pasta in a serving bowl or platter. Top with the sliced chicken and drizzle with the sauce. Garnish with parsley and top with more grated Parmesan cheese if desired.

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Everyone should like this easy monkey bread using Grands biscuits.

GRANDS MONKEY BREAD Lightly grease or spray a 12 c. fluted or Bundt pan.

Mix together in larger plastic bag: 1/2 c. sugar 1 tsp. sugar Separate dough into 18 biscuits: 2 cans (16.3 oz. ea.) flaky layers refrigerated original Grand biscuits Put into the cinnamon mixture and shake to coat biscuits well.

Arrange the pieces in the pan.

Add some among the biscuit pieces: 1/2 c. chopped walnuts 1/2 c. raisins In smaller bowl combine and pour over the biscuits: 1 c. brown sugar 3/4 c. melted butter Bake at 350˚ for 30-35 minutes or until golden and no longer doughy in the center. Cool in pan for 10 minutes, then turn upside down onto a serving plate. Pull apart to serve. Serve warm. Serves 10-12.

Hint: Have everything ready and assemble quickly because cool biscuits will rise faster when put into the oven.

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A HURRIED MEAL Brown in skillet until done and drain: 1 pound ground beef 1 onion, chopped Add and combine: 1 can (14-3/4 oz.) Franco-American spaghetti (or your choice) When serving, sprinkle with some grated Parmesan cheese.

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Combine in medium bowl: 1 pkg. (3 oz.) cream cheese, softened 1 c. powdered sugar Gradually add, mixing until smooth: 3/4 c. milk 3/4 c. peanut butter Whip until stiff peaks form: 1 carton (14-16 oz.) heavy whipping cream Fold in: the whipped cream 1/2 c. chopped peanuts Put the mixture into the prepared crust and refrigerate until set.

Hint: If you wish, you can use a larger size frozen whipped topping, thawed, instead of the whipping cream.

Tips: When citrus peels with a grater, clean the grater with a clean toothbrush to save all the grated peel.

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8 am Coffee Club* 9 am Silver Foxes* 10:10 am Mrs. Aman’s Class Visiting* 12:30 pm Bridge* 1 pm Cribbage* 6-8 pm Pickleball Open Gym at the High School

8 am Coffee Club* 9 am Pool, Circle of Sisters* 12:30 pm Knitting & Crocheting* 1 pm Hand & Foot* 6:30 pm Bingo at the VFW Hall 7 pm Amery Hockey vs.

Altoona 7:15 pm Amery GBB at New Richmond

8 am Coffee Club* 9 am Silver Foxes, Mah-Jong* 5:45 pm Clear Lake GBB vs. Luck 5:45 pm Clear Lake BBB vs. Luck 5:45/7:15 pm Clayton BBB vs.

Northwood 6 pm Paint & Sip (Open to the Public)* 7:15 pm Amery BBB vs. New Richmond 7:15 pm Clayton GBB vs. Northwood

9 am Clear Lake Wrestling at Cornell 9:30 am Amery Wrestling at Ellsworth 10 am Golden Age Manor Family Council in the Sun Porch 2 pm Amery Hockey vs. Black River Falls

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5:45/7:15 pm Clayton BBB at Bruce 7:30 pm Amery BBB vs. Spooner

11-11:45 am Rumble Jumble Open Gym at the Intermediate School 5:45 pm Clear Lake BBB at Northwood 5:45 pm Clear Lake GBB at Northwood 7 pm Amery Hockey at Hayward 7:15 pm Amery GBB vs Somerset

6-8 pm Pickleball Open Gym at the High School

6:30 pm Bingo at the VFW Hall 7 pm Amery Hockey vs.

Grantsburg 7:15 pm Amery BBB at Osceola

5:45 pm Clayton GBB at Prairie Farm 5:45/7:15 pm Clear Lake GBB vs Cameron 5:45/7:15 pm Clayton BBB at Prairie Farm 7:15 pm Amery GBB at Osceola

10 am Amery Wrestling WIAA Regional 10 am Clear Lake Wrestling at Cadott

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RASPBERRY AND WHITE CHOCOLATE MUFFINS Wash gently and let drain very well: 1 c. fresh raspberries Grease/spray 12 muffin cups or put in 12 paper liners.

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ARNELL MEMORIAL HUMANE SOCIETY Danny has a red coat with dappled legs and a stub tail. He is an Australian Shepherd Mix puppy, just shy of four months old. Danny has a brother and two sisters that all look just like him; they are Doc, Connie and Bambi, all available for adoption.

This litter of youngsters is full of vim and vigor.

“Bounce” is their natural gait. They like to play fetch and are learning to walk on leash. Danny and his sibs will be a happy addition to any active home.

They are as cute as they come. Photos of all the pups are available on the Arnell website under Adoptable Dogs.

It was a busy week for adoptions. Six Chihuahua puppies, five cats and Springer Spaniel Mix Zeke, were all adopted. The only Chihuahua puppy remaining is Tug. He is White with Black spots and a gentle personality.

Fritz and Franz are German Shorthair Pointer-Hound brothers, four months old. They are tall, lean and lanky with Go-Power to spare. Bronson rounds out our “Young Dog” category. He is a three month old Red Husky mix with one brown eye and one blue.

Princess and Sadie are one year olds. Princess is an all white Pyrenees-Retriever Mix with a tail that curls up over her back. She is goofy and playful, very sweet. Sadie is a quiet Shepherd Mix. She is medium size with a double thick coat. All of these pups can be seen on our website, before making the trip to the shelter.

It is the time of year for licensing your dog and spaying your cat. Dog licenses are due by the end of the month. Every dog in Wisconsin, living in cities, villages and rural townships, five months of age or older are required to be licensed annually by January 31. Vaccination for rabies and an annual dog license go hand in hand as proof of a current rabies vaccination is a requirement to license a dog. Your city, village or town treasurer issues dog licenses. They are usually purchased with annual real estate taxes but can acquired directly from the treasurer if no taxes are due.

If you are unsure in which town you reside, the Polk County Clerk, 715 485-9226, will be able to help find that information to locate the treasurer responsible

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for licensing your dog. Or call us at the Arnell shelter and we will try to help you figure it out; 715 268-7387.

If you miss the deadline of January 31, it’s not too late.

When you license your dog, you are guarding our community against the rabies virus and supporting an organized system for care and reclaim of lost pets at Arnell Humane Society.

This is also a great time of year to spay or neuter your cat. “Beat the Heat Cycle” that is headed your way next month. Spay and Neuter are so important to lowering the number of unwanted litters in Polk County, that Arnell funds a Spay-Neuter voucher program called SNAP. This low cost spay neuter program offers $25 vouchers to low income households that pays for a cat surgery, spay or neuter and rabies vaccination. Information and applications for qualifying households are available at the Arnell shelter and on our website, WWW.ARNELLHUMANE.ORG. Keep your pets indoors, Stay Safe and Warm! Arnell Memorial Humane Society, 715 268-PETS.

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We hope you’ll be able to join us for the 2019 Republican Party of Polk County Caucus!

We have invited Judge Brian Hagedorn, a conservative, running for an open seat vacated by retiring liberal Justice Shirley Abrahamson on the Wisconsin Supreme Court and Assemblyperson Gae Magnafici.

During our County Caucus we will elect officers for 2019–2020 and delegates to the 2019 District 7 Caucus March 9th, 2019 and the 2019 RPW State Convention at the Best Western Premier Waterfront Hotel and Convention Center at 1 North Main Street, Oshkosh, Wisconsin at 8 a.m. on Saturday, May 18, 2019.

I hope you are planning to attend our county caucus.

Please remember, you need to be a member to vote at the caucus or to be a delegate.

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The states still give you tax credits on medical expenses, property taxes, mortgage interest, and charitable deductions (to name a few) – All of which are federal itemized deduction expenses.

Those expenses are still important to us based upon state tax credits so please make them important to you too. Please call CarlsonSV at 715-268-7999 for further details.

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Consistency is a key ingredient of success in many activities – including investing. And one technique that can Ryan Collins help you become a more consistent investor is paying yourself Financial Advisor first.

Many people mistakenly wait until they’ve got some extra cash before they start investing – but as you know, it’s pretty easy to spend whatever amount you’re holding. Instead, try this: Each month, have your bank automatically move some money from your checking or savings account into whichever investments you’ve chosen. By putting the investment process on autopilot, you’ll find it much easier to stick with it.

Even if you can’t afford to invest a lot, you’ll help yourself by putting away something each month. For example, you can typically invest relatively small sums into an IRA, although some accounts do have required minimums. Over time, you might be surprised at how much you’ve accumulated. And as your earnings go up, you can increase the dollars you invest each month.

If you pay yourself first long enough, investing will become routine – and it will be one habit you won’t want to break.

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Some carriers set rate, some set payout, some change deductible based on roof age. It is important that you let your insurance agent know when you update or replace your roof. It could save you money and get you better coverage in the event of a loss.

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system (TPMS) in your vehicle is to warn you that at least one or more tires are significantly under-inflated, possibly creating unsafe driving conditions. Many factors can cause your tires to lose pressure.

During these frigid months, the culprit is often temperature. For each 10°F of temperature change, tire pressures will change about 2%, or about 1 psi. Since our vehicles are constantly vigilant of tire pressure, subtle changes in that pressure can trigger the TPMS. However, don’t assume this as the only reason for your dash light to come on. You may be experiencing pressure loss for a completely different reason. From nails to electronic componentry, the world of TPMS can get a little overwhelming. Not to worry! Give me a call at 715-268-7676 call here or drive in. I’m happy help you get back on the road quickly and safely.

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Some signs you could benefit from chiropractic care are: decreased range of motion or inability to turn or bend fully, headaches, “cracking or crunching” sounds in the joints, numbness, tingling, lack of flexibility, tight muscles, “knots” or muscle changes, and inflammation.

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Friends of the Amery Area Public Library Foundation, Inc. The Library was founded in 1928 by the Amery Woman’s Club. First, it was located in a room behind what is now Birch Street Bar, moving then to the old City Hall building. The third move to the former Xcel building and eventualy to the former Amery Clinic.

The Friends of the Amery Library began over 30 years ago for the purpose of supporting the library facility, its programs, services, and outreach in the community.

rship Membe Drive ay, Saturd Feb. 2, .-noon 10 a.m at the Library

There are many opportunities for volunteers in the Friends group. Meetings are held every third Monday at 4:30 p.m. and membership dues are $5 a year.

The Friends are always looking for folks with energy and skills to help promote the fundraising activities, programs and community involvement.

This page highlights a sampling of the ways our fundraising activities and membership dues benefit the Library.

FUNDRAISING BOOK SALES: Book sales have been a source for fundraising for many years. In the past 8 years, the Friends have increased book sales from one a year to our current once a month sale (1st Thursday 4-7 p.m. and 1st Saturday 9 a.m.-2 p.m.) in addition to having a shelf of books on sale in the lobby on an ongoing basis. Through this effort, proceeds from this fundraiser have tripled.

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LIBRARY PROGRAMS/NEEDS provided/supported by the Friends of the Amery Area Public Library Foundation, Inc. include capital improvements to program room; teen area furniture; large print purchasing; early literacy program at Amery Hospital & Clinic; 2 iPads; early literacy station; projector screen; professional restoration of historic Polk County Atlas; cart for microfilm reader; book purchasing; summer reading programs; magazine subscriptions; adult education/programs; digital scanning lab

LIBRARY WISH LIST Over the years the Friends have made donations to the Library for furniture, bookcases, tables, chairs, books, program support and debt reduction. Join us in meeting the challenges and rewards of working with a dedicated group of citizens in the many ways there are to contribute to the continued growth of a vibrant library.

SCHOLARSHIPS The Friends sponsor high school scholarships given to local students seeking additional education after graduation from high school.

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Frisell sold the paper to B.R. “Barney” Atwood in the early 1900s. Atwood served as editor and publisher until 1935, when he formed a partnership with Robert A. Broad.

Broad purchased the newspaper two years later and published it until October 1, 1942 when he leased it to employee Palmer H. Sondreal.

Sondreal purchased the paper in April of 1943, ushering in the longest era of family ownership. Palmer sold the paper to his sons, Palmer “Jerry” Sondreal and Steve Sondreal.

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Warriors make run at Blackhawks

BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER

Amery’s boys’ basketball team fell one point shy of upsetting Middle Border Conference rival Baldwin-Woodville on Jan. 22 - seven weeks after falling to the Blackhawks by a 30-point margin.

The Warriors went toe-to-toe with the Blackhawks all game, trailing by ju st two points at halftime and outscoring them by one point in the second half. Each team sank six 3-pointers, and Amery held a three-point advantage from the free throw line. B-W made up the difference with two additional 2-point field goals.

Amery stole the ball 13 times, compared to nine steals by the Blackhawks, while B-W outrebounded Amery, 24-20.

Tyler Peterson put together a stellar performance that included 19 points on 6-for-9 shooting including 4-for-5 from three-point land and 3-for-4 from the free throw line. He also tallied eight rebounds and three steals.

Galen Coy pitched in 14 points, three rebounds, two assists and three steals.

Also scoring for Warriors were Noah Rademaker (six points, three rebounds), Mason Bosley (four points, two rebounds, two steals), Jeremiah Sillman (three points, three rebounds, two steals) and Wyatt Luchtenburg (one point).

Cameron Anderson contributed four rebounds and two steals. Kenny Lepak had two assists.

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Granica scores 29 in blowout win

BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER

HEATHER GRANICA

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Madelyn Granica and the Amery girls basketball team kept their hot streak rolling on Jan. 22 when they demolished Ellsworth, 63-28, in Ellsworth.

Granica tallied 29 points, bringing her school record career mark to 1,683 points. She also tallied 14 rebounds, two assists and two blocks.

Meanwhile, Abby Schmidt posted 14 points, six rebounds two assists and a block.

Also scoring were Julia Engebretson (six points), Morgan Brotzel (five points), Ella Schmidt (four points), Amanda Edwards (two points), Drew Meyer (two points) and Mikayla Peterson (one point).

Ellsworth (5-12) is currently tied for sixth place in the Middle Border Conference with a 2-8 league record while the Warriors (14-1) remain tied with Prescott for the conference lead with 8-1 league marks.

Youth Hockey Amery Squirts Monday, Jan. 21, Amery 4 vs River Valley 3 Goals by Oliver Gariepy Assisted by Scott Bantz Oscar Troff Unassisted Scott Bantz Unassisted Oliver Gariepy Assisted by Leo Jensen and Scott Bantz

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Warriors outshoot Wildcats, lose by four

BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER

The Amery boys’ hockey team has fallen on hard times, having earned just one victory in its last seven games. In its latest showdown, the Warriors fell 3-7 to River Falls on the road.

Amery (12-6-1) got off to a strong start as Fletcher Kjeseth netted a goal 9 minutes into the game, but River Falls (8-12) answered back just 32 seconds later.

Pake Brown regained the Warriors lead another 2 minutes later on a power play only to have the Wildcats knot the score again just before the end of the first period.

The period-ending goal lit a fire under the Wildcats, who rattled off four more unan-

swered goals over the second period and first nine minutes of the third period.

Amery snagged one last goal 10:28 into the final period as Grady Martin scored on a power play, but the game was already out of reach despite the fact the Amery outshot River Falls, 34-24.

Earning assists for the Warriors were Brett Forrest (two), Parker Griffin, Jackson Henningsgard, Mac Smith and Miles Troff.

Adrian Troff saved 12 of 17 shots faced in 32 minutes.

Gavin Phillips saved 5 of 7 shots in 19 minutes in the Amery goal.

River Falls’ Jake Bergmanis finished with three goals and Cody Wilson two goals.

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Weeks, Brice shine in shutout win over Lakeland

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Just one week after defeating Lakeland, 7-3, the state’s fifth-ranked Western Wisconsin Stars girls hockey team faced the Thunderbirds (6-13) again in Beaver Dam and made an even stronger statement with an 11-0 victory.

While the scoring got off to a slow start, with just one first period goal near the 13-minute mark, the Stars (13-3-1) caught fire with seven second-period goals to put the game out of reach early.

Makenzie Weeks tallied four goals in the second period alone, including one unassisted and one on a power play.

Ellie Brice netted back-to-back unassisted goals, just 18 seconds apart, to finish the second period scoring. Her first was a power play goal.

Also scoring unassisted goals were Erin Huerta (first period) and Emma Larkowksi (third period).

Western Wisconsin outshot Lakeland 46-16 with 21 of those shots coming in the first period and 17 in the second.

Alise Wiehl tallied one goal and one assist. Mykenzie Patten added a goal, as did Bailey Williams.

Others earning assists were Lauren Gruber (two), Ally Dahlberg, Weeks, Taryn Dornseif, Williams and Huerta.

Three different goalkeepers took turns for the Warriors with Caitlyn Erickson tallying seven saves in 34 minutes, Tiffany Hantsbarger notching three saves in 8:30, and Maezee Enger saving one shot in 8:30 to preserve the shutout.

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Amanda Edwards drives for a layup.

You know things are going your way when you score five times the number of points of your opponent. That’s exactly what the eighth-ranked Amery girls basketball team did on Jan. 25 when it hosted St. Croix Central and defeated the Panthers, 55-11.

Holding the Panthers (3-14) to just 11 percent shooting, the Warriors (15-1) also outrebounded them 30-17 and collected 13 steals to SCC’s six.

Madelyn Granica led the way with 25 points, eight rebounds, five assists and two steals.

Ella Schmidt added 12 points, four rebounds and two assists while Abby Schmidt posted ninte points, four rebounds, three assists and three steals.

Also scoring for the Warriors were Julia Engebretson (four points), Morgan Brotzel (three points, two rebounds, two steals) and Drew Granica (two points, two rebounds). Amanda Edwards and Lydia Monson each talled three reoubnds and Anna Ganje, two steals.

The victory brings Amery’s winning streak to 12 games.

Stars edged by No. 3 Warbirds Williams netted an unassisted even strength goal, but they just didn’t have enough firepower to overthrow the Warbirds. Ellie Brice assisted on Huerta’s goal.

Western Wisconsin was outshot 36-23 as Caitlyn Erickson tallied 33 saves in the loss.

BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER

The Jan. 26 showdown between the state’s third-ranked Warbirds/Beaver Dam Alliance and fifth-ranked Western Wisconsin Stars girls hockey teams lived up to its billing as the Warbirds topped the Stars, 3-2, in a weekend tournament at the Beaver Dam Family Center Ice Arena.

The Warbirds (16-2) struck first, scoring 2:35 into the contest and added a power play 1:46 into the second period, setting the tone for the rest of the game.

Western Wisconsin (13-4-1)

responded with a goal by Erin Huerta near the 3 minute mark of the second period, only to have the Warbirds score again just 46 seconds later.

The Stars struck back 12:52 in the third period when Jade

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Packers hire Ravens’ Hendrickson as football ops director GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) — The Green Bay Packers hired Ravens front office veteran Milt Hendrickson as director of football operations on Thursday.

Hendrickson has spent the past 14 seasons in the personnel department with Baltimore, a span that includes four division titles and a Super Bowl

victory. He was promoted to national scout after the 2016 draft.

The position is the result of a front office restructuring. Ted Thompson once held titles of executive vice president, general manager and director of football operations, but those positions were split up and football operations di-

rector Eliot Wolf left for Cleveland last January after interviewing for the GM job that went to Brian Gutekunst. Russ Ball held the operations job last season.

Hendrickson was a training-camp intern for Green Bay in 2004. He holds a master’s degree in exercise and sports science-sports administration from

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Green Bay is coming off a 6-9-1 season that left the Packers out of the playoffs for the second straight year.

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Former Case buildings help businesses salvage wood

BY MICHAEL BURKE THE JOURNAL TIMES

RACINE, Wis. (AP) — When city officials decided to clear the area known as Machinery Row, or the Water Street Redevelopment Area, it was the end for those former industrial buildings.

But it was the beginning of a massive salvaging of materials from them: primarily lumber, Cream City bricks and metal. The lumber harvest will mean the wood used to construct those buildings will live on, as flooring, furniture, cabinetry and more.

Since mid-September an Appleton company, Urban Evolutions, has been buying and dealing in oldgrowth timbers, maple flooring and decking from: the former J.I. Case Plow Works; and two former J.I. Case Co. factories.

Urban Evolutions is buying the wood from Veit & Co., the contractor for the Redevelopment Area’s deconstruction. Urban Evolutions President Jeff Janson said he pays according to what he can salvage.

“I’m buying it by the board foot,” he said to The Journal Times . “If he (Steve Hosier of Veit) gets it out of the building and does a good job, he’s going to make more money.”

Janson subcontracted the processing of the wood to Recyclean of Kenosha, which is also buying all of the bricks from the site.

The first project, Janson said, was pulling out all of the maple flooring. They were able to save close to 200,000 board feet of flooring and about 400,000 board feet of decking, or subfloor, from the buildings. (A board foot is 1 by 12 by 12 inches, or 144 cubic inches.)

Much of the flooring is sold to retailers, Janson said.

And he will get a total of more than 1 million board feet of timbers from the Case buildings which were constructed between the late 1800s and early 1900s.

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Shawn Burks, owner of Antique Woods of Louisiana, is a large buyer of wood from the Case buildings. And both he and Janson say those timbers are something special. They were cut from huge longleaf yellow pine trees that were 300 to 800 years old when they were harvested, Burks said.

Many people are familiar with the relatively soft pine lumber that one finds at big-box home-improvement stores. But longleaf pine is anything but soft.

“This wood was (growing) prior to the steel industry, for the most part,” Janson said, “and it was considered as strong as structural steel. Some of them are probShawn Burks ably as strong Owner of Antique Woods of Louisiana as some steel.”

Burks’ 28-person company designs and builds lodges across the country, makes custom-finish wooden floors, walls, cabinetry and furniture.

“Just about anything to do with wood, we fool with it,” he remarked.

So far, Burks has bought more than $500,000 worth of Case wood from Janson, most of it for his company’s own projects.

Burks said there’s much he likes about longleaf yellow pine which is not just strong but also beautiful. “I like the density, the growth rings — the slow growth and the tensile strength, the pitch, the colors,” which include reds, browns, oranges and yellows, he said.

The virgin forests that produced the longleaf pines

are gone, Burks said. “The only place you will see timbers like these are river bottoms and buildings like these.”

Burks called Janson a “unicorn” in the wood salvage business. “Generally, the people who start the job never finish it,” Burks said. “He and Veit have done a tremendous job.”

“We have a saying: `There are more honest people in the drug business than in the antique-wood business,”‘ Burks said. “They will generally take the candy out, and it will look like an atomic bomb hit.”

Urban Evolutions has its own store and showroom in Appleton, 35 employees and hits about $8 million in revenue in its best year, Janson said.

More than half of the business is supplying flooring to the retail and residential markets. The company has done more than 500 stores for Urban Outfitters stores alone, in the past 15 years.

“Because of that,” Janson said, “I get orders almost every week to replace a floor that either was flooded, damaged, hurricanes; we replaced all the floors in Puerto Rico.”

Urban Evolutions, which Janson co-owns with his wife, Robin, also makes furniture for a company called Room & Board and wholesales it to them, Janson continued. Urban Evolutions also makes furniture for Sundance, which Robert Redford founded.

Janson said he will retain most of the maple from the Case job and sell it over the next three years.

Burks promised to buy about 1 million board feet; the rest Janson is selling to other companies. He has shipped Case wood to North Carolina, Virginia, Baton Rouge, La.; Georgia, Illinois New York and Pennsylvania.

“I’m selling to other companies that are like mine,” Janson said. “Maybe a competitor, but that’s all right.”

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AMERY SCHOOLS Wednesday, Jan. 30– Elementary, Intermediate and Middle school breakfast: Breakfast Egg Wrap, Yogurt Parfait, Cereal, Goldfish Graham, Pear Slices.

High school breakfast: Breakfast Egg Wrap, Yogurt Parfait, Cereal, Cereal Bar-Strawberry Cheerio, Goldfish Graham, Pear Slices.

Elementary lunch: Mini Corn Dogs, Baked Beans, Cooked Carrot Coins, Pineapple Chunks, Garden Bar, Fresh Fruit, Peanut Butter and Jelly Sandwich.

Intermediate lunch: Mini Corn Dogs, Chicken Tender Wrap, Baked Beans, Sweet Potato Waffle Fries, Pineapple Chunks, Garden Bar, Fresh Fruit, Peanut Butter and Jelly Sandwich, Chef Salad.

Middle school lunch: Chicken Tender Wrap, Corn Dog, Baked Beans, Sweet Potato Waffle Fries, Pineapple Chunks, Garden Bar, Fresh Fruit, Peanut Butter and Jelly Sandwich.

High school lunch: Chicken Tender Wrap, Corn Dog, Baked Beans, Sweet Potato Waffle Fries, Pinapple Chunks, Garden Bar, Fresh Fruit, Peanut Butter and Grape Jelly Sandwich, Yogurt Lunch, Taco Salad.

Thursday, Jan. 31– Elementary, Intermediate and Middle school breakfast: Bacon Egg Scramble, Assorted Bread, Cereal, String Cheese, Pineapple Chunks.

High school breakfast: Baccon Egg Scramble, Assorted Bread, Cereal, Cereal Bar-Strawberry Cheerio, String Cheese, Pineapple Chunks.

Elementary lunch: Grilled Cheese, Tomato Soup, Steamed Broccoli, Peaches, Garden Bar, Fresh Fruit, Yogurt Lunch.

Intermediate lunch: Grilled Cheese, Turkey Sandwich with Cheese, Tomato Soup, Steamed Broccoli, Peaches, Garden Bar, Fresh Fruit, Yogurt Lunch, Chef Salad.

Middle school lunch: Grilled Cheese, Turkey Sandwich with Cheese, Tomato Soup, Steamed Broccoli, Peaches, Garden Bar, Fresh Fruit, Yogurt Lunch.

High school lunch: Grilled Cheese, Turkey Sandwich with Cheese, Tomato Soup, Steamed Broccoli, Peaches, Garden Bar, Fresh Fruit, Peanut Butter and Grape Jelly Sandwich, Yogurt Lunch, Taco Salad.

Friday, Feb. 1 - Tuesday, Feb. 5–Not available at press time

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Sandwich Or PB & J “Uncrustable” Or Oriental Chicken Salad, Tomato Soup, Crackers, Vegetables/Dip, Strawberries, Mandarin Oranges, Milk.

Thursday, Jan. 31– Elementary breakfast: Breakfast Cereal & Yogurt Or Peanut Butter & Jelly “Uncrustable”, Fruit Juice, Fruit, Milk Choice.

Elementary lunch: Pepperoni Pizza Or Cheese Ravioli and Breadstick, Garden Salad Bar, Sliced Apples, Cranberries, Milk Choice.

High school breakfast: Cereal, Cheese Omelet, Muffin, Pancakes, Nutri Grain Bar, Yogurt Parfait.

High school lunch: Pepperoni Pizza Or Cheese Ravioli & Breadstick, Steamed Corn, Garden Salad Bar, Apples, Sliced Pears, Milk Choice.

Friday, Feb. 1– Elementary breakfast: Breakfast Cereal Or Cinnamon Roll, Hard Cooked Egg, Fruit Juice, Fruit, Milk Choice.

Elementary lunch: Chicken Nuggets, Mashed Potatoes/Gravy, Dinner Roll, Steamed Corn, Applesauce, Mixed Fruit, Milk Choice.

High school breakfast: Cereal, Yogurt, “Gripz” Graham Crackers, Cinnamon Roll, Pop Tart, Sausage Links.

High school lunch: Chicken Nuggets Or Salisbury Steak, Mashed Potatoes/ Gravy, Dinner Roll, Milk, Sweet Potato Soufflé, Applesauce, Mixed Fruit.

Monday, Feb. 4– Elementary breakfast: Breakfast Cereal Or French Toast Sticks, Sausage Links, Fruit Juice, Fruit, Milk Choice.

Elementary lunch: Mini Corn Dogs Or Macaroni & Cheese, Potato Wedges, Steamed Broccoli, Cheese Sauce, Sliced Pears, Milk.

High school breakfast: Cereal, Yogurt, Muffin, French Toast Sticks, Cereal Bar, Sausage Links.

High school lunch: “Brunch Lunch”, Cheese Omelet, Donut, Sausage Links, Juice, Hash browns, Salsa, Orange Wedges, Milk, (Grilled Chicken Salad Option).

Tuesday, Feb. 5– Elementary breakfast: Breakfast Cereal Or Mini Cinni, Smoothie, Fruit Juice, Fruit, Milk Choice.

Elementary lunch: Warrior Burger Or Fish Sticks, French Fries, Baked Beans, Applesauce, Milk Choice.

High school breakfast: Cereal, Yogurt, Muffin, Scooby Bone Crackers, Ham & Cheese Sandwich*, “Gripz” Graham Crackers.

High school lunch: Warrior Burger Or Pulled Pork Sandwich, French Fries, Baked Beans, Mandarin Oranges, Sliced Pears, Milk Choice.

Wednesday, Jan. 30– Elementary breakfast: Breakfast Cereal Or Donut Holes, Sausage Links, Fruit Juice, Fruit, Milk Choice.

Elementary lunch: Toasted Cheese Sandwich Or PB & J “Uncrustable”, Tomato Soup, Crackers, Vegetables With Dip, Strawberries, Frozen Yogurt, Milk.

High school breakfast: Cereal, Zee Zee Bar, Muffin, Yogurt, Canadian Bacon, Egg, and Cheese Sandwich*, “Gripz” Graham Crackers.

High school lunch: Toasted Cheese

In Loving Memory

AMERY COMMUNITY CENTER Burr! We have hit the cold part of winter! If you are looking to get out of the house and socialize stop in, we always have something fun going on!

Was it your goal to learn something new in 2019? We have the thing for you!

MAH-JONG. We have a wonderful group of ladies that play every Friday that are looking for some more people to play! They will teach as you play! Stop in and check it out on Friday at 9:00am!

We are now accepting 2019 membership dues, please stop in or mail in a new application with updated information on it. Also, if you want us to e-mail you the newsletter, please let us know.

• Circuit Breaker Members, every month you pay your $10 you will get a punch on our new card and after you have paid for 5 months you get 1 month FREE! That means you will receive 2 FREE months per year! This is our way of saying your health is important to us!

• We have a Paint & Sip Party coming up on the 1st of February at 6pm we will be painting 2 sided Snowman/Flower Wood Pallets. $35 per person.

Register online at www.brushstrokesparty.com , click on Calendar and Registration and scroll down the page to find our event date! Or call/text Kayleen at 515-333-8363. Open to the public!

• Our Annual Meeting will be on Thursday February 7th at 1:30, please consider attending. We will be nominating new board members and also talking about our budget for the year. We are in need of new board members, if you are interested please contact Amanda at 715-268-6605.

• Like us on Facebook! Share our postings the more people that know what activities we have happening the better! Search Amery Area Community/Senior Center • Need a place to rent? Consider the Amery Area Community Center for that birthday, party, wedding, or anniversary celebration? We will also work with profit and nonprofit organizations to help with the perfect meeting place.

• Have you been thinking about starting or have your own or cooking, baking or catering business but just don't have the space in your kitchen? We have the solution for you! We have a commercial grade kitchen available.

If you are interested in more information, please call 715-268-6605.

• Want to get a complete workout in just 30 minutes? Do you enjoy walking on a treadmill? Get all of that for just $10/month if you are a member of the Amery Area Community Center. Our hours are 7am-4:30pm M-Th & 7am-3pm on Fridays. There are no contracts to lock into and no hidden fees. Come down and check us out!

• We always have people asking if there is anything we need here at the Center. We can always use things like stamps, cards, toilet paper, paper towels, cleaning supplies, and coffee. We also take rummage sale items all year long.

• Bridge winners for Monday January 21st were Ruth Ann Riley in first and Peg Bavin taking second.

• Tuesday pool winners for January 22nd were Gary Snelling in first, Jerry Fisher with second, Jean Frank taking third, and Gene Pribnow with the consolation prize.

• Bridge winners on Wednesday January 23rd were Peg Bavin in first, Patty Talbot taking second and Carlene Swanson with third.

• Thursday pool winners for January 24th were Gary Snelling in first, Jerry Fisher with second, Wendell Anderson took third and Les Peterson took the consolation prize.

Congratulations to all!

Amanda Fisk, Director Jen Tyman, Assistant Director

Amery FFA Chapter and Amery Free Press are cooperating to produce a special supplement for the Tuesday, Feb. 19 edition.

If you have not been contacted or have a question about the supplement, please contact Pam at 715-268-8101.

Deadline is Friday, February 8, 2019.

AMERY

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AMERY AREA PUBLIC LIBRARY Family Storytime: Wednesday mornings (10:30 am). Family event.

Books, songs, movement activities, and a craft! Come on in and join the fun! Drop-in program.

Homeschool Club: Second Friday, monthly (9:30-11:30 am). Storytime and craft from 9:30-10:30 for kids. Activities from 10:3011:30 for tweens and teens. Open to all homeschool families.

STEAM Tuesday: Feb 5, Mar 5, Apr 2 (3:45-4:45 pm). Grades 1-5. Projects will rotate monthly between various STEAM activities. Feb 5th: Put your engineering skills to work by completing some building challenges. Registration required separately for each date (call or visit amerylibrary.org/kids). teens@4: Third Tuesday, monthly (4-5/5:30 pm). Grades 6-12.

Hang out, have a snack, and do a different activity each month! Registration required (call or visit amerylibrary.org/teens).

TAB (Teen Advisory Board): First Friday, monthly (4-5 pm). Grades 6-12. Talk about books, share your ideas for future teen & kids events, have snacks, and more. Registration required (call or visit amerylibrary.org/teens).

No School Day: Monday, February 18 (10:30 am). Schools are closed, but the library is open for fun! Come join us to watch a FREE MOVIE! Bring a blanket or pillow to get cozy.

Check amerylibrary.org/kids for movie information.

Junior Book Club (Grades 2-3): Thursday, February 7 (3:45-4:45 pm). Grades 2-3. Talk about a book, have a snack, and do a fun activity. Pick up the book at the circulation desk when you register.

This month's book: The Absent Author by Ron Roy. Registration required (call or visit amerylibrary.org/kids).

Book Club for Kids (Grades 4-5): Thursday, February 17 (3:45-4:45 pm). Grades 4-5.

Talk about a book, have a snack, and do a fun activity.

Pick up the book at the circulation desk when you register. This month's book: Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone by JK Rowling. Registration required (call or visit amerylibrary.org/kids).

1,000 Books Before Kindergarten and Baby Book Bees These ongoing early literacy initiatives encourage families to establish a strong foundation of reading in young children. Visit the library to sign up for the program that is right for your child.

Book discussion group The Friends of the Library Book Discussion Group meets on the third Monday of the month at 1:30 PM. The title for February is The Life We Bury by Allen Eskens.

Lifestyle Choices for Seniors…

Online Health Literacy: Tuesday, February 5th, 10 AM at the Amery Community Center. Register for a FREE class on how to find reliable health information online. Every registered participant will have the use of a tablet to follow along in the class, and every registered participant will receive a FREE LUNCH! Call the Amery Library at 715-268-9340 to register.

Books & Brews: Join Amery's most talked-about book club! We meet the first Thursday of every month at Amery Ale Works at 6 pm. We read and discuss a wide range of books, and the Amery Area Public Library even handles check-outs and returns at the meeting. Join us for great books, great conversations, and great beer! Check our website for details. This month's meeting will be on Thursday, February 7th and we will discuss Circling the Sun by Paula McLain. Copies still available at the Amery Library.

Galentine's Day at the Amery Area Public Library: Thanks to the character Leslie Knope of the TV show Parks and Recreation, we have a new holiday to celebrate the importance of female friendships! Grab your gal pals and join us at the library on Saturday, February 9th from 11 AM to 2 PM. Join us for an open-house style gal party, complete with very special food, drinks, and crafts. And chocolate-there will be chocolate! The event is FREE but you do need to register on our website to reserve your spot! Ages 18 and over, please.

Stress Management for Caregivers: Thursday, February 21st, 4 pm, at the Amery Li-

New Parents and Grandparents . . .

Here’s a chance to show off your new pride and joy

Bundles of Joy

“Your Life, Your Style” e... g her n i v i l o!

I love will to u o y and “I moved here July 2015 when I could no longer manage on my own. My family was relieved that I was safe. CCH is a friendly, homey atmosphere and the staff is excellent.”

Ramona was involved with the formation of CCH. She said “the dream was to connect the Ramo na Paulso on, hospital, nursing home, assisted 91 Ye ars Young living and exercise facility to create a complete wellness environment”. She takes pride in her involvement to see the dream ful½lled.

Christian Community Home of Osceola 2650 65th Ave., Osceola, WI 54020 • 715-294-1100 www.cchosceola.org

Our Campus includes: 24-Hour Skilled Nursing • Assisted Living Apartments Transitional / Short-term Rehabilitation Call today to learn more or to schedule a tour!

brary. Join Carrie Myers of the ADRC of Northwest Wisconsin as she teaches a program focused on the family/unpaid caregiver and learning tools to better manage stress. Free class, no registration required.

Third Thursday Crafting: Join us every Third Thursday of the month at 5:30 pm for our FREE crafting program! In February we'll make our Hot Chocolate Spoons. The classes are always FREE, just register on our website so we can plan for enough supplies!

Winter Reading & Hygge Challenge!

Join the Amery Area Public Library for a challenge designed to help us all get through the winter with more happiness and coziness in our lives! Starting Tuesday, January 2, pick up a Bingo Card and work your way through it until the last day of February. Win little prizes with every "Bingo" completed and also get a raffle ticket each time to enter to win a grand prize!

Grand Prize drawing will take place on March 1, 2019.

Happy Hygge-days Book sales The Friends of the Library Book Sale will be held on Thursday, January 31st from 4:00-7:00 PM. “Friends of the Library” may shop early (from 3-4). The Book Sale will also be held Saturday, February 2nd from 9 AM - 2: PM. Friends The Friends of the Amery Area Public Library Foundation meets on the third Monday of the month at 4:30 PM. Meetings are open to all members and to the public.

Babies born in 2018 Baby’s Name _____________________________________ Birth Date _______________________________________ Photo Enclosed Parent

Digital photo to be emailed

Grandparent

Parents or Grandparents name _______________________________________________ Address_________________________________________ City, State, Zip____________________________________ Daytime Phone ___________________________________

Bundles of Joy ENTRY FORM Please print Send this entry form and color photo of your baby along with $35.00 to BUNDLES OF JOY, Amery Free Press, PO Box 424, Amery, WI 54001 or drop off at the Amery Free Press Office.

Entrants should have a self-addressed, stamped envelope to have their photos returned.

Photos must be received by 4:00 p.m.

Feb. 8, 2019.

On Tuesday, Feb. 12, 2019, the Bundles of Joy - Babies 2018 full-color page will appear in the Amery Free Press.

Bundles of Joy is open to babies born between January 1, 2018 and December 31, 2018.

Entrants must furnish an original color photo no smaller than 3x5” and no larger than 5x7” OR digital photo emailed to phumpal@theameryfreepress.com.

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WITC students place first in statewide healthcare case competition A team of Wisconsin Indianhead Technical College (WITC) students placed first and won a $3,000 cash prize at the Interprofessional Healthcare Case Competition organized by Wisconsin Area Health Education Centers (AHEC) earlier this month in Wisconsin Dells.

First place team members representing Northwest Wisconsin AHEC are WITC-New Richmond ADN students Gina Henton, Cerrita Houston, Sophia Lucas, Kimberly Schadt, and Allison Mork.

“These nursing students worked so hard not just with their course load but still took on the task to compete in the healthcare case competition,” said Cheryl Moore, WITC-New Richmond associate degree nursing instructor. “It shows not only their dedication to their education, but also to the profession they have chosen to enter. I could not be more proud of them.”

Northwest Wisconsin AHEC recruited and supported the WITC-New Richmond team for the event designed to show students the complexity of the healthcare delivery system and the need for collaboration between different healthcare professionals. Executive Director Brad Gingras guided them through the competition process, reviewed their progress and coached them on their presentation.

The students sought out local experts in health care as well as doing extensive

research to support the program they designed for the competition.

“For these ladies to win this event is incredible,” said Gingras. “They were competing against medical students, and other students with more academic training than they had. It shows how hard work and good attitudes can be so powerful. What a joy to work with them."

The WITC-New Richmond team competed against eight finalist teams chosen from 19 that applied. The teams, made up of students from private and public universities across the state, were given a healthcare case study with a complex situation. The team worked together to come up with an integrated plan that uses interprofessional teamwork to provide a solution and improve patient care. They presented their findings and recommendations for collaboration to a panel of judges made up of leaders from multiple disciplines within Wisconsin’s healthcare community on competition day.

“I am so proud of our healthcare case competition students,” said Moore.

“They challenged each other to look at the big picture of how we deliver healthcare in this country, especially to vulnerable populations. They were successful because they worked so well as a team.”

Local students graduate from University of Wisconsin-Stout MENOMONIE- The following student(s) from the area graduated in December 2018 from University of Wisconsin-Stout in Menomonie, Wis. Amery, WI Heidi Moreau, M.S. Education, Bruce High School Clayton, WI Ryan Curtis, B.S. Prof Commun & Emergng Media, Glenwood City High School Joni Donath, B.S. Vocational Rehabilitation, Clayton High School Clear Lake, WI Benjamin Miner, B.S. Mechanical Engineering, Clear Lake High School Deer Park, WI Kyle Anderson, B.S. Applied Science, Amery High School Dresser, WI Dillon Hopke, B.S. Engineering Technology, B.S. Mechanical Engineering, Shell Lake High School Bryan Nelson, B.S. Engineering Technology, Saint Croix Falls High School Frederic, WI Dalton Stewart, B.S. Information & Comm Tech, Baldwin-Woodville High School Luck, WI Eric Blaser, B.S. Business Administration, Luck High School Logan Hamack, B.S. Golf Enterprise Management, Luck High School Heidi Horky, B.S. Business Admin-

istration, B.S. Real Estate Property Mgmt, Grantsburg High School Osceola, WI Hannah Beeves, B.S. Psychology, Osceola High School Trever Foss, B.F.A. Studio Art, Osceola High School Terra Johnson, B.S. Human Develpm & Family Std, Amery High School Lindsay Letourneau, M.S. School Counseling, Osceola High School Thomas Rosik, B.S. Computer Science, Osceola High School Saint Croix Falls, WI Kierstyn Campbell, B.F.A. Interior Design, Saint Croix Falls High School UW-Stout, Wisconsin's Polytechnic University, has 50 undergraduate majors and 21 graduate programs, including one doctoral degree. UWStout, established in 1891, prides itself on the success of its students in the workplace, with an employment rate at or above 98 percent for recent graduates. The university was awarded the Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award in 2001.

Enrollment for the fall semester was 8,748.

UW-Stout is Wisconsin's Polytechnic University, with a focus on applied learning, collaboration with business and industry, and career outcomes.

Personal Health Care Resources You Can Trust

Coffee, Ice Cream, Conversation and More!

Matt Johnson, RPh • Nicole Sheldon, PharmD Randy Olson, RPh

Cindy Cronick, RPh Julie Hanlon-Johnson, RPh

PHARMACY FOCUS: Are Your Medications Causing Nutrient Deficiency?

Wednesday, February 6 • 11 am & 6 pm FREE Presentation by: Kayla Tryggestad, PharmD Candidate

When you take a medication, it can relieve your symptoms or treat a medical condition, but it may also cause a lesser known side effect: nutrient depletion. In some cases, a medication may interfere with your body’s ability to absorb certain nutrients from dietary sources. In other cases, a medication may interfere with the body’s natural processes of producing nutrients.

Come learn about commonly used medications that can cause nutrient deficiencies, including cholesterol medications (statins), acid reducers, diabetes medications, antibiotics, blood pressure medications, and diuretics. We will also discuss how you can combat these nutrient deficiencies by taking supplements. Presentation will take place at Chet Johnson Drug in Ellie’s Parlor.

Register for this free session by calling 715-268-3460 or online at chetjohnsondrug.com

Chet Johnson Drug

In the Heart of Downtown Amery

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Johnson Drug @ AHC

In the Lobby of Amery Hospital & Clinic

715-268-8121

Helping to cure all that ails you... one scoop or cup at a time!

In the heart of downtown Amery Next to Chet’s Monday - Saturday 6 am - 8 pm Sunday 8 am - 7 pm

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AMERY COMMUNITY EDUCATION The NEW catalog is out and available at the Amery and Deer Park public libraries and all 4 schools. Pre-register for all classes through Amery Community Ed online at www.amerysd.k12.wi.us or by calling 715-268-9771 x220 unless the class description indicates otherwise.

"RISE UP, O MEN" by the CHURCH BASEMENT LADIES. Just TWO big performances before they head out on a National Tour, and this time in the beautiful, 1000-seat, Masquerade Dance Theater at the Ames Center. Let’s hear it for the boys! Fans of the musical comedy series Church Basement Ladies will finally get to know more about the men of East Cornucopia Lutheran Church, in the production 'Rise Up O Men.' Whether you’ve seen several versions, or are new to the world of the basement, the 6th in the Church Basement Ladies series is a musical treat for all. Wednesday, Feb 20, 1 pm matinee. Ticket includes a full buffet luncheon. Depart Amery at 10 a and return about 5:30 p. Cost $69 for show, lunch and motorcoach. Pre-register with Comm Ed – these tickets sell fast.

Cool Creator Coding for grades 1-2 will help children develop logical thinking and problem-solving skills plus basic programming in a fun environment.

Mondays; Feb 4 - Mar 25 (skip Feb 18 & Mar 11) after school until 4:15 p at the Elementary. Fee $49 per student. Pre-register with Community Ed. Gymnastics – for girls and boys ages 3+. Winter session begins Feb 5. Classes on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Details in printed catalog and online. Register soon.

Intro to Piano for Youth and/or Adults offers beginning students the opportunity to be introduced

to the piano in a one-on-one experience. Tuesdays; Feb 5, 12, 26, March 5, 19 & 26. 30-minute time slots available between 4:15 and 7:15 p. Register by calling Community Ed (715-268-9771 x220). Online registration is not available. Fee $89.

Beginning Quilt Making: Learn the fundamentals of quilting while creating a table runner from start to finish in this 3-week class. We will cover the fundamentals and more. A great class for new quilters and those with some experience. Bring a working sewing machine and additional supplies – list available from Community Ed. Tuesdays, Feb 5, 12 & 19 from 5:30-8 p. Fee $35 to Comm Ed. Kit fee $10 to instructor at class.

Primitive Longbow Making: Learn the art of making a primitive and potentially functional long bow. Begin with a full log and end with a longbow that has the correct draw length and correct draw weight for you and your intended purpose. Thursdays, Feb 7-March 7 & March 28-April 18 from 6-9 p. WITC fee $133.35 or Sr Fee (62+) $70.35. Supply fee to instructor $35-100 depending upon materials choices. Pre-register with WITC: www.witc.edu or 1-800-243-9482 ext 4221 or the WITC form in the printed catalog. Do NOT register for this class through Community Ed. Class #26336 Absolute Beginner Computer: As a new user of personal computers you will learn about the Internet, Windows, creating documents, and various types of computers and components. Thur, Feb 7-Mar 7 from 6-8 p. WITC fee $38.05 or Sr fee (62+) $4. Pre-register with WITC: www.witc.edu or 1-800-243-9482 ext 4221 or the WITC form in the Community Ed catalog. Do NOT register for this class through Community Ed. Class #25585 Make a Metal Rose! Creating a beautiful aluminum rose 6 inches in height x 2-3 inches in diameter.

Bring a tin snips, needle-nose pliers, metal file, leather gloves, and some knowledge of rose formations.

Sat, Feb 9 from 9:30-11 a. Fee $19, pre-register with Community Ed. Supply fee $15 to the instructor.

OPEN GYMS AND RECREATION Pickleball - Open Gym in the High School on

Wednesday nights from November through March.

This mini-tennis game is a combination of ping-pong, tennis, racquetball and badminton played with wood, composite and graphite paddles and unique plastic balls. From 6-8 p (closed March 13). No fee. Just show up. We have extra paddles and will show you to play.

Rumble Jumble Open Gym sponsored by PowerUp: Do you need a place for your toddlers and preschoolers to run, burn energy, and have fun?

Balls, scooters, mats, and other fun gym equipment will be available for play. Parents/Guardians expected to stay in the gym with the children and are encouraged to play as well. No fee and no need to pre-register. You can join us any time. Tuesdays through Mar when school is in session at the Intermediate from 11 -11:45 a.

Open Gym for Families sponsored by PowerUp: Open gyms are a chance for kids and families to bounce a ball, shoot hoops, play catch or just run around and be active together. For families with children of all ages. Parents/Guardians must stay in the gym with the children. Sundays: Feb 3 & 17, Mar 3 from 1:30-3:30 p in the Intermediate gym – enter through the doors facing the NORTH parking lot. No fee.

Basketball Open Gym for Youth and Families: Supervised free-play in the Middle School gym. For boys & girls grades 4-12. Younger when accompanied by parents. Bring your own ball and use the north doors.

Sundays through March 10 from 1:30-3:30 p.

YOUTH REC FAIR OPEN HOUSE: Learn about the opportunities available in the Amery area for our youth as young as 4 years old. Come meet coaches and leaders of various youth athletics and other organizations, ask questions, learn more about schedules and commitments and potential costs, pick up registration information, and more. Expect to meet representatives from many of the following: Little League Baseball, Fast Pitch Softball, Youth Spring Volleyball, Boy & Girl Scouts, Youth Golf, Piano, Martial Arts, Youth Bowling, Gymnastics, Track & Field Club, Youth Football, Youth Soccer, and potentially more. Tuesday, February 5 from 6:30-7:30 p at the Amery High School.

RAISED BEDS

FOR RENT

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IN 2019 Includes compost, mulch, hand tools, water and hoses, deer guard and an upright trellis for each bed.

First come, first served!

•29 gauge pole barn metals •Specializing in the classic rib panel & all trims •Rollformed custom lengths to fit your needs!

Contact: Brenda 715-607-0759 or bboe60@yahoo.com Natalie 651-246-6293 or natalie.o.george@amerymedical.com

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Love your Library

FAMILY–TO–FAMILY CLASS

The Friends of the Amery Area Public Library Foundation, Inc. cordially invite you to attend

With the help of a grant from Community Connections to Prosperity, NAMI Barron County invites family members and friends of individuals living with a mental illness to get valuable information about the illness and how it affects the family and others interacting with the individual.

12 Sessions on Tuesdays • 6-8:30 pm Feb. 5, 12, 19, 26 • March 5, 12, 19 April 9, 23, 30 • May 7 & 14 Turtle Lake School/Media Center Free - Funded by NAMI of Barron County & Beyond Contact Dana Zimmerman at 715-491-0432 or email sdzimmerman@amerytel.net to Pre-Register.

Please register by January 25 Pre-Registration is required to allow us time to order materials

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Fri., Feb. 1 • 7:15 pm Warrior Boys Basketball vs. New Richmond Amery High School Gymnasium Bean Bag Toss at Halftime for Prizes One Dollar Difference Donation Bake Sale • And More!

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10:00 a.m. - 12 noon Amery Public Library Foundation, Inc. 225 Scholl Court, Amery, Wisconsin Light Refreshments Come explore many demonstrations and activities such as: Scavenger Hunt, Book Sale, Reflexology, Face Painting, Angora Rabbit Fleece Spinning, Apple River Quartet, PowerUp and Chomp, Amery Historical Society, Rug Hooking, Children’s Activities

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Advisory Committee Vacancy BY: SABRINA NAGLOSKY AGING UNIT/ADRC SUPERVISOR ADRC OF NORTHWEST WISCONSIN

Are you 60 years of age or older? Do you want to get involved in and have a voice in the development of programs and services available to older adults in your community? Consider serving on the Aging and Disability Resource Center of Northwest Wisconsin’s Polk County Aging Advisory Committee.

The Aging Advisory Committee is

a 5 member committee comprised of individuals from Polk County and St. Croix Chippewa Indians of Wisconsin.

They meet every other month at the ADRC of Northwest Wisconsin office at the Polk County Government Center in Balsam Lake. Committee members are eligible for a per diem and mileage reimbursement at the current federal mileage rate.

WHAT DOES THE AGING ADVISORY COMMITTEE DO? The Aging Advisory Committee has

the following responsibilities (non-inclusive): • Advise and assist in the design and implementation the Aging Plan.

• Gather and provide input from older adults in your community, consumers, and local service providers for the Aging Plan goals.

• Identify unmet needs and develop strategies to address them.

• Be accountable for the mission and goals of the ADRC.

What are the qualifications? Can anyone serve? To be considered for this committee you must be 60 years of age or older or be a guardian or advocate for a family member who is 60 years of age or older. You must also be a Polk County resident or represent a Polk County resident.

If you are interested in serving on the Polk County Aging Advisory Committee contact the ADRC of Northwest Wisconsin at 877-485-2372.

Polk County Nutrition Advisory Council to be created BY: SABRINA NAGLOSKY AGING UNIT/ADRC SUPERVISOR ADRC OF NORTHWEST WISCONSIN

Are you participant of the ADRC Elderly Nutrition Program? Would you like to be a voice for other participants AND give input and ideas to continually improve the nutrition programs? The Polk County Nutrition Advisory Council might be a perfect fit for you! The ADRC Elderly Nutrition program is currently in the process of creating a Nutrition Advisory Council that represents the ADRC Elderly Nutrition Program (including congregate dining and home deliver meals programs) in Polk County.

WHAT WILL THIS COUNCIL DO? The Polk County Nutrition Advisory Council will have the following responsibilities (non-inclusive): • Represent and speak on behalf of the nutrition participants and program.

• Advocate on behalf of older adults with community members, governing agencies and policy makers as well as local, state and federal legislators and lawmakers.

• Assist in publicizing the nutrition

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program and outreach to potential new participants.

Make recommendations to the nutrition directors and aging unit about food preferences, locations and days of hours, accessibility and age-friendliness of dining center operations.

Give support and assistance to the ongoing development of the nutrition program.

Conduct yearly on-site reviews of dining centers in the program, if requested.

WHAT ARE THE QUALIFICATIONS TO SERVE ON THE POLK COUNTY NUTRITION ADVISORY COUNCIL? You must be a participant of the ADRC Elderly Nutrition Program, either as a congregate diner or home delivered meal recipient. OR you are a representative and advocate for a family member who is a participant of the ADRC Elderly Nutrition Program.

The council will meet quarterly at the ADRC of Northwest Wisconsin office in the Polk County Government Building in Balsam Lake. Council members will be eligible for mileage reimbursement at the current federal mileage rate.

Interested? Contact the ADRC of Northwest Wisconsin at 877-485-2372!

Local student graduates from Michigan Tech HOUGHTON, Mich. Miakel Bixler of Saint Croix Falls was among more than 325 graduates honored at Michigan Technological University's Fall Commencement held on the Houghton, Michigan campus on Dec. 15, 2018.

Michigan Tech alumnus Terry Woychowski, vice president of advanced technology at LINK Engineering and president of Level V Advising, delivered the commencement address.

Woychowski is a former chair of the University's Board of Trustees.

Rose Turner of Berkley, Michigan, who graduated with a bachelor's of science degree in environmental engineering, was the student speaker.

Bixler received a Bachelor of Science in

Mechanical Engineering Tech.

Valentine’s Day is Thursday, Feb. 14

Surprise your Valentine with a message in the Amery Free Press on Tuesday, Feb. 12!

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First Day Hikes in America’s State Parks State Parks Across the Nation Provided Invigorating Start to New Year in 2019 Thousands of Americans across the nation started 2019 with an invigorating First Day Hike on January 1, 2019 in America’s State Parks. There were 1,270 guided First Day Hikes offered across the United States from Alaska to Florida and park rangers hiked with more than 72,700 participants covering over 150,280 miles. This was a record number of hikers and even included international participation from Canada where they hosted 6 hikes for 185 attendees.

“America’s state parks provide people a place to explore the outdoors, habitat for plants and animals, and protect historic places for future generations.

The First Day Hikes are a way park rangers, naturalists and volunteers can get people outside to connect with nature and history and start new healthy lifestyles.” said Ellen Graham, First Day Hikes Coordinator and Chief Naturalist, Georgia State Parks, Recreation & Historic Sites.

Highlights from many parts of the country included warmer temperatures leading to great hiker turnout include: Alabama State Parks reported having a significant increase from last year, and those that turned out received a special edition “I hiked Alabama State Parks New Years’ Day” car decal that was a big hit! Milder weather in Arkansas and Indiana led to record numbers of hikers throughout those states. In Massachusetts, over 1,200 people attended the hike where the First Day Hikes ini-

Directors promotes and advocates for the state park systems across America in providing for conservation and management of natural and cultural resources, quality outdoor recreation experiences, connecting children and families to nature and the outdoors, and more.

With more than 8,565 park areas and visitation of 807 million annually, the economic impact to local communities is estimated to exceed $20 billion each year.

America’s State Parks is an alliance of state park systems in all 50 states.

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First Day Hike at Mirror Lake.

tiative began at Blue Hills Reservation.

Even areas of the country in the grip of winter, like Wyoming saw dedicated hikers at sixteen of their parks and historic sites, and Kansas where temperatures were frigid saw their statewide attendance figures double from 2017.

At Lake D’arbonne State Park in Louisiana the Boy Scouts turned out to hike in order to earn merit badges. Lone Pine State Park in Montana offered a night hike lit by luminaries, and hikers braved tough conditions at scenic Taughannock Falls State Park which welcomed 1,242 participants and

Walkway Over the Hudson (Hudson Valley) drew over 1,400 hikers. North Dakota State Parks offered snowshoe and ski related events at several of their parks and Virginia rebounded from last year’s cold weather with warmer temperatures and a great turnout at many of their sites. Overall, First Day Hikes continues to be a hit around the nation.

One participant from Delaware summed up the First Day Hike experience, "Awesome adventure for the first day of 2019!"

The National Association of State Park

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Time flies when you’re having fun I know I have mentioned this many times but I can’t believe how fast days, weeks, and months go by. Sometimes it is just overwhelming but we have to remember, each of those days are memorable and very precious so we need to take it all in even though the ride is going in high gear. On February 1, it will be one year already since my husband, Dave, was freed of his struggle with the terrible ALS disease.

I am very Pounding thankful for my family the and friends Pavement who have been there Pam Humpal for the kids and I during this difficult journey. It’s hard to lose a loved one but the wonderful memories live on forever.

The Amery Boys Basketball team is holding an ALS Fundraiser on Friday, February 1, during their game with New Richmond. They will have

Bentley and Gavin checking out the view of the football field from a private team area.

a bake sale, bean bag toss at halftime, One Dollar Difference Donation and more. The game starts at 7:15pm in the high school gym. Proceeds from that night will go to ALS Association which helps ALS families with various medical equipment, research and most of all, support. Thank you in advance for your donation!

Friends of the Amery Public Library invite you to Valentine Treasure Time & Membership

Drive on Saturday, February 2, from 10am to noon at the library. Light refreshments will be served along with demonstrations and activities such as scavenger hunt, book sale, face painting, Angora rabbit fleece spinning, Apple River Quartet, and rug hooking.

The Wanderoos Area Community Club is sponsoring their 30th Annual Ice Fishing Contest on Saturday, February 2, from 9am

Ryan and Rachel on Camp Randall Field

to 3pm on Lake Wapogasset.

Prizes will be awarded for the largest fish in the various species plus many other prizes available. The kids 12 and under can participate in a FREE ice fishing contest from noon to 1pm. The holes will be drilled for them, fishing equipment provided along with valuable

prizes. Good Luck fishermen!

On Wednesday, February 6, at 11am and 6pm, Chet Johnson Drug and Johnson Drug @AHC is hosting a FREE presentation involving “Are your medications causing nutrient deficiency?” Kayla Tryggestad, PharmD Candidate will be the presenter. It will beheld at Chet Johnson Drug in Ellie’s Parlor.

Just a reminder to get your entries in for the Super Showdown Contest. Unscramble the words, make your predictions and you could be the winner of $30 Amery Scrip Money.

Deadline is Friday, February 1.

Good Luck!

Happy Birthday this week to my sister-in-law, Elaine, on February 1, and also to my niece, Laura, on February 4.

Enjoy your special days!

Last week I mentioned that we had the privilege of having a personal tour of Camp Randall and the training facility.

I have to say it again…it was awesome! I have attached a few cool pictures that we snapped on the tour. Proud to be a Wisconsin Badgers fan!

Have a great week, and stay warm!

Thank You . . .

to everyone who made our 55th Annual Ice Fishing Contest and Chicken Dinner a success! We served almost 550 chicken dinners and had 202 fishing tickets sold!

ADULT FISHING RESULTS - CONGRATULATIONS! 1st Place - $100 Cash

2nd Place - $50 Cash

3rd Place - $25 Cash

Walleye

Kevin Catts 2 lbs. 1.3 oz.

Jim Sigsworth 1 lb. 3.7 oz.

Jake Greenberg 1 lb. 0.4 oz.

Northern

Carl Kobernick 5 lbs. 6.8 oz.

Jason Brown 4 lbs. 0.1 oz.

Dan Wahlberg 3 lbs. 15.2 oz.

Crappie

Logan Reindahl 12.3 oz.

Cliff Swenson 12.2 oz.

Jacquie Schlosser 8.7 oz.

Sunfish

Mike Lutey 8.3 oz.

Hunter Jenderny 8.1 oz.

Jack Springett 7.2 oz.

Perch

Carter Weinke 7.4 oz.

Carter Weinke 6.0 oz.

None

Bass

Carter Weinke 2 lbs. 4.9 oz.

Scott Sjogren 2 lbs. 2.4 oz.

Carl Kobernick 1 lb. 14.3 oz.

KIDS FISHING RESULTS - CONGRATULATIONS! Bentley looking at the dumbells - notice all the “W”s.

In Memory

Me checking out the new locker rooms

Dave Humpal 11-13-55 to 1-1-18 When you Believe beyond what your eyes can see... signs from Heaven show up to remind us Love never dies

“I might have been given a bad break, but I’ve got an awful lot to live for.”

- Lou Gehrig

1st Prize Rod/Reel

2nd Prize Tip-up

3rd Prize Tackle Box/Bait

Walleye

None

None

None

Northern

Justin Rose 1 lb. 0.1 oz.

Riley Mirsberger 15.6 oz.

Tanner D’Ambrosio 15.5 oz.

Crappie

Jack Sherrard 14.7 oz.

Tiffany Schlosser 9.4 oz.

Tiffany Schlosser 9 oz.

Sunfish

Luke Larson 6.1 oz.

Easton Hinrichs 5.9 oz.

Aaron Hayden 5.3 oz.

Perch

None

None

None

Bass

Ashton Duden 1 lb. 8.2 oz.

Jack Sherrard 1 lb. 6.6 oz.

Nolan Lee 1 lb. 5.1 oz.

KIDS GRAND PRIZE: Playstation 4 - Nathan Gullickson

ON-ICE RAFFLE: Milwaukee Drill & K Drill Combo .............Mitchell Lee Crossbow or Bow Package (Value $500) .... Tyler Koziel Marcum LX-5i Fish Finder ...................... Ty Thompson Aqua View Micro Underwater Camera .......... Vicki Hill Eskimo Quickfish 3i Ice Shack .................. Scott Sjogren HME Hunting Blind ................................ Jimmy Goodie

RAFFLE PRIZES Polaris Ranger 500 UTV ............................Sue Emerson $500.00 Cash ................. Mark Jacobson & Bruce Caudy $250.00 Cash ..............................................Meikah Dado $250.00 Gift Card to Dicks Fresh Market... Andy Schad

Thank you to Eric Wojchik and Elizabeth Plummer who chaired these events.

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AREA BOWLING SCORES Club 53 Bar & Lanes, Amery MONDAY NIGHT MEN Division 1 Gary’s Electric.......................................53 Tac Two .................................................44 Division 2 Shoreview ..........................................37.5 Dick’s Fresh Market ........................25.5 High games: Rico Lopez 269, Jim Swanson 229, Chris Wolter 212-212, Gary Nottam 202, Bob Gillis 222226.

High series: Rico Lopez 563, Jim Swanson 588, Chris Wolter 564, Bob Gillis 622.

TUESDAY NIGHT MEN Division 1 Noah Insurance................................49.5 Club 53 ............................................... 40.5 Division 2 Northwest Communications ..........35 Chet Johnson Drug ............................ 34 High games: Kelly Fitzgerald 206, Wade Prindle 258-237, Chad Elmer 224, Chris Sobottka 227, Will Schaffer 205, Ed Flannum 203, Erik Wojchik 213-209.

High series: Kelly Fitzgerald 557, Wade Prindle 663, Chad Elmer 554,

Chris Sobottka 227, Will Schaffer 564, Erik Wojchik 587.

WEDNESDAY NIGHT MEN Division 1 Club 53 ...................................................48 Preferred Lawn................................... 26 Division 2 Amery Fire Department ..................50 Alibi......................................................... 34 High games: Nate Webb 223, Denis Carteron 200, Tyler Kilcoyne 213, Dave Fox 221-213-221, Jim Swanson 202-247, Jan Knutson 239.

High series: Nate Webb 591, Tyler Kilcoyne 563, Dave Fox 655, Jim Swanson 607, Jan Knutson 559.

THURSDAY/FRIDAY NIGHT LADIES Division 1 Northwest Communications ......54.5 Better Self Wellness ..................... 46.5 Amery Fire Department ....................31 Division 2 Chet Johnson Drug ..............................51 Club 53 .....................................................31 Bremer Bank........................................ 26 High games: Anne Wollan 205,

Bette Elmer 166-164, April Boe 164, Becky Ausen 163, Gerri Carr 162-160, Sherry Martin 160, Andrea Karpenski 152-150, Jeri Cook 151, Gail Peterson 150.

High series: Bette Elmer 473, Gerri Carr 464, Becky Ausen 460, Anne Wollan 451, Andrea Karpenski 439, Linda Mullendore 426.

Spare Time Bowling, Turtle Lake MONDAY NIGHT LADIES Week 19 of 28 Countyline Dairy................................. 39 Bowlin Buddies................................36.5 Becker’s Trucking ................................32 No Wick’s Moravitz ..........................31.5 Austads Super Valu........................... 29 Spare Time........................................... 29 Clear Lake Auto .................................. 28 Little Debbies .......................................27 High games: Beth Knops 214, Brenda Levine 209-200, Mitzi Hawkins 204-186, Judy Ullom 180.

High series: Brenda Levine 574, Mitzi Hawkins 556, Judy Ullom 509.

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We love to hear from our subscribers, advertisers and readers. Here are the many ways you can contact us: Mail: Amery Free Press, Box 424, Amery, WI 54001 Phone: 715-268-8101 FAX: 715-268-5300

MONTHLY BOOK SALE Thurs., Jan. 31 • 4-7 Sat., Feb. 2 • 9-2 AMERY AREA PUBLIC LIBRARY (225 Scholl Ct. lower level)

Bag Sale Purchase a bag of books for $3

Wanderoos Area Community Club 30th Annual Door Prizes given away all day with food and beverage available on lake from Wanderoos Area Community Club

ICE FISHING CONTEST Saturday, Feb. 2, 2019 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Lake Wapogasset

TICKETS $5.00 Prizes for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place in 6 Divisions SUNFISH, CRAPPIE, NORTHERN, BASS, PERCH, WALLEYE 1st: $100 Gift Certificate 2nd: $75 Gift Certificate 3rd: $50 Gift Certificate GRAND PRIZE: $500 Cash 2nd Prize: $250 Cash 3rd Prize: $100 Cash

Free Kids Fishing F g Contest Noon to 1 p.m.

Numerous door prizes. Grand Prizes.

Holes drilled, fishing poles and bait provided for kids contest and FREE to kids 12 and under in the “Kids Corral”

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LEGAL NOTICE STATE OF WISCONSIN, CIRCUIT COURT, POLK COUNTY In the Matter of the Name Change of Kylie Jo Pilgrim By (Petitioner) Sara Joy Rowell Notice and Order for Name Change Hearing Case No. 19CV4 NOTICE IS GIVEN: A petition was filed asking to change the name of the person listed above: From: Kylie Jo Pilgrim To: Kylie Jo Rowell Birth Certificate: Kylie Jo Pilgrim IT IS ORDERED: This petition will be heard in the Circuit Court of Polk County, State of Wisconsin before Judge Jeffery Anderson, Polk County Justice Center, 1005 W Main St, Branch, Balsam Lake, WI 54810 on February 8, 2019 at 1:15 p.m.

If you require reasonable accommodations due to a disability to participate in the court process, please call 715485-9299 at least ten (10) working days prior to the scheduled court date. Please note that

the court does not provide transportation.

IT IS FURTHER ORDERED: Notice of this hearing shall be given by publication as a Class 3 notice for three (3) weeks in a row prior to the date of the hearing in the Amery Free Press a newspaper published in Polk County, State of Wisconsin.

BY THE COURT: Jeffery L. Anderson Circuit Court Judge January 7, 2019 (Jan. 15, 22, 29)

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STATE OF WISCONSIN, CIRCUIT COURT, POLK COUNTY In the Matter of the Name Change of Gloria Jean Mesich Notice and Order for Name Change Hearing Case No. 19CV1 NOTICE IS GIVEN: A petition was filed asking to change the name of the person listed above: From: Gloria Jean Mesich To: Gloria Jean Siegert Birth Certificate: Gloria Jean Siegert

Lake Wapogasset & Bear Trap Lake Sanitary District

MONTHLY MEETING To be held February 4, 2019, at 7 p.m. at the District Of¿ce located at 777 South Shore Drive.

AGENDA 1. Monthly of¿cers report 2. Old business 3. New business 4. Any other business that may be brought before the board.

Dennis Badman, Secretary WNAXLP

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IT IS ORDERED: This petition will be heard in the Circuit Court of Polk County, State of Wisconsin before Judge Daniel J. Tolan, Polk County Justice Center, 1005 W Main St, Branch 1, Balsam Lake, WI 54810 on May 17, 2019 at 10:15 a.m.

If you require reasonable accommodations due to a disability to participate in the court process, please call 715485-9299 at least ten (10) working days prior to the scheduled court date. Please note that the court does not provide transportation.

IT IS FURTHER ORDERED: Notice of this hearing shall be given by publication as a Class 3 notice for three (3) weeks in a row prior to the date of the hearing in the Amery Free Press a newspaper published in Polk County, State of Wisconsin.

(Jan. 15, 22, 29)

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STATE OF WISCONSIN, CIRCUIT COURT, POLK COUNTY In the Matter of the Estate of Keith Donald Westlund Notice to Creditors (Informal Administration) Case No. 19PR05

4. The deadline for filing a claim against the decedent’s estate is April 29, 2019.

5. A claim may be filed at the Polk County Courthouse, Balsam Lake, Wisconsin, Room 500.

Jenell L. Anderson Probate Registrar January 15, 2019 Kyle Westlund, P.R. 50 Trillium Court Madison, WI 53719 608-213-9380 (Jan. 22, 29, Feb. 5)

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE: 1. An application for informal administration was filed.

2. The decedent, with date of birth November 13, 1945 and date of death January 8, 2019, was domiciled in Polk County, State of Wisconsin, with a mailing address of 345 Broadway Street East, Amery, WI 54001.

3. All interested persons waived notice.

MEETING NOTICE Amery Lakes Protection and Rehabilitation District The Amery Lakes Protection and Rehabilitation District Board will hold its quarterly meeting on February 12, 2019 in the Media Center (Library) of the Amery Public High School starting at 6:30 pm. Aaron Cole, DNR Fisheries Manager for Polk County will give the Board an update of Fisheries activities in the Lake District.

I. Call Meeting to Order II. Approval of Agenda, Minutes of August 14, 2018 meeting, Treasurer’s Report III. Public Input IV. Old Business V. Aaron Cole, DNR Fisheries Manager for Polk County VI. Adjourn Steve Schieffer, Chair

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STATE OF WISCONSIN, CIRCUIT COURT, POLK COUNTY In the Matter of the Estate of Kathleen Marie Fish Notice to Creditors (Informal Administration) Case No. 19PR04

Certified Public Accountant Accounting • Tax • Retirement Services 433 3rd Ave, Clear Lake, WI • (715) 263-4111 • OverbyFinancial.com 338 S Washington St, St. Croix Falls, WI • (715) 483-3782

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was filed.

2. The decedent, with date of birth September 12, 1946 and date of death December 4, 2018, was domiciled in Polk County, State of Wisconsin, with a mailing address of 1081 110th Avenue, Amery, WI 54001.

3. All interested persons waived notice.

4. The deadline for filing a claim against the decedent’s estate is April 29, 2019.

5. A claim may be filed at the Polk County Courthouse, Balsam Lake, Wisconsin, Room 500.

Jenell L. Anderson Probate Registrar January 15, 2019 Tina Marie Sherman 1081 110th Avenue Amery, WI 54001 715-268-5880 (Jan. 22, 29, Feb. 5)

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE: 1. An application for informal administration

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NOTICE OF ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS CITY OF AMERY The Zoning Board of Appeals of the City of Amery will meet on Tuesday, February 5, 2019 at 11:00 a.m. at the Amery City Hall located at 118 Center Street, Amery, WI. The Board will consider the following: Consideration of an application from Amery Subs, LLC, dba Jimmy John’s at 924 Elden Avenue to request a variance from Sec.13-1-105 (2) Wall Signs, to permit a wall sign over the drive-through window on the nonentrance side facade with the same size restrictions as those signs permitted at the principal (front/main) entrance of the building. The property is described as follows: PLAT OF RIVERPLACE, LOT 21, V504/263, City of Amery, Polk County, Wisconsin Kim Moore Zoning Administrator

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BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONAL DIRECTORY

David P. Doroff, D.D.S. James J. Lampi, D.D.S. Thomas P. VanSomeren, D.D.S. Amy G. Ott, D.D.S. 404 Wisconsin Ave. Amery, Wis. Phone 715-268-7177 www.amerydental.com

BY THE COURT: Daniel J. Tolan Circuit Court Judge January 3, 2019

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Christopherson BYRNES LAW OFFICE Eye Clinic 123 Keller Ave. N, Amery, WI 54001 Monday-Friday 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

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715-268-5000

Brian D. Byrnes

Novitzke, Gust, Sempf, Whitley and Bergmanis Attorneys-at-Law

DON PAUL NOVITZKE (1937-2004) JASON W. WHITLEY GERALD N. GUST *ERIK M. BERGMANIS *TIMOTHY T. SEMPF 314 Keller Ave. N., Ste. 200, Amery, Wisconsin 54001 Phone 715-268-6130 *Licensed in Minnesota and Wisconsin

Richard A. Davis, CPA Dirk A. Prindle, CPA Margo A. Rosen, CPA Roger Van Someren, CPA Abby L. Williamson, CPA Cathy A. Gille, CPA, MN Adam P. Honl, CPA Susan L. Hartman, CPA 301 Keller Ave. S, Amery WI Business: (715) 268-7999 Fax (715) 268-4161 www.carlsonsv.com

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Schwing Bioset is looking for Mechanics!

SBI builds a variety of special equipment to fit our Customer’s needsIf you have experience in any of the following:

• Assembly • Auto repair • Heavy truck repair • Hydraulics • Electrical • Fabrication Or would like to learn on the job and would like an interesting new job with competitive wages and benefits.

Please give us a call 715-247-1960 Email resumes to: mglenna@schwingbioset.com Located in Somerset WI

Deadline is Monday at Noon

GIFT IDEA Polk County Platbooks available at the Amery Free Press

Job Title

Agriculture Education Teacher

H.R. Contact

Nick Gilles 7-12 Principal

Contact Phone (715)263-2113 Work Schedule Teacher of Agricultural Education courses at Clear Lake Jr./Sr. High School. (Grades 7-12) Full time position (1.0 FTE), immediate opening, 2nd semester ’18-’19 School Year.

Requirements Applicants must possess or be able to obtain appropriate WI DPI licensure to teach Agricultural Education. The desired applicant will have the ability to connect and engage students with the community through classroom and co-curricular activities while leading our comprehensive Agriculture and FFA Program. Some of the current courses offered include but are not limited to: Large/Small Animal Science, Metals/Welding, Small Engines, Greenhouse/Plant Sciences, Wildlife/ Natural Resources, & Leadership. Desired characteristics & interests include; studentcentered, shop/student safety, projectbased learning, computer/ tech skills, leadership, big picture thinker/team player, grant writing, creating community partners with our school. Clear Lake has top-notch facilities and a tradition of excellence and community-wide support in its agriculture program. The position also includes the role of FFA advisor. Additional opportunities exist in the district in coaching and advisor positions.

How to Apply

Applications accepted online via WECAN. https://wecan.education.wisc.edu

Deadline

Application accepted until February 4, 2019, or until position is filled. Please include cover letter, resume with references, transcripts and letters of recommendation.

Please submit all material via WECAN prior to the closing date of the position. Effective start date is immediate.

PT Hydroelectric Plant Operator Amery, WI Qualifications for this position include: • Ability to work independently and with others • Self-motivated and responsible • Mechanically inclined • Must be on-call and maintain a flexible schedule • Must have computer skills

• Must be able to perform physically demanding indoor and outdoor tasks • Must be detail oriented and have excellent record keeping skills • Must be neat and organized • Must possess a valid driver’s license and have dependable transportation

Renewable World Energies will train the successful candidate.

Clear Lake School District

Summer School Positions Available Job Title

DPI-Certified Teachers as well as ParaProfessionals (Aides) for Clear Lake School District Summer School program.

Grades 4K-8th, remedial and enrichment classes offered.

Work Schedule June 10 (inservice day), then June 11-28, 2019; 8:00 a.m. to noon weekdays, plus one full day field trip.

For consideration, please send resume to: Renewable World Energies, LLC Attention: Russell Barron, District Manager 1001 Stephenson Street Norway, MI 49870 Or email resume to: hr@rwehydro.com

Clear Lake School District

Speech & Language Pathologist 80% FTE (Long Term Substitute)

Job Title

Job Title Speech & Language Pathologist (long-term substitute)

H.R. Contact

Chris Petersen, Elementary Principal

Contact Phone

715-263-2117 cpetersen@clwarriors.org

Work Schedule

80% FTE, Long Term Substitute: April 4 – June 5, 2019.

Requirements

Work with regular and special education colleagues, parents, and children to deliver effective Speech/Language services to PK-12 students according to their individual plans.

Must possess or have the ability to obtain appropriate DPI licensure to deliver services to PK-12 age students as a Speech-Language Pathologist. Other DPIlicensed teachers considered, particularly those with a background working with students with special needs.

How to Apply

Candidates may apply via WECAN at https://wecan.education.wisc.edu/#/ or by sending directly to Mr. Petersen.

Deadline

Applications accepted until February 11, 2019 or until position is filled. Please include cover letter, resume with references, letters of recommendation, and copies of license and transcripts.

Start Date

Immediate

Start Date

April 4, 2019

Employer

School District of Clear Lake 1101 3rd St. SW, Clear Lake, WI 54005

Employer

School District of Clear Lake 1101 3rd St. SW, Clear Lake, WI 54005

Website

www.clwarriors.org

Website

www.clwarriors.org

The Clear Lake School District prepares students, in an active partnership with families and the community, to become lifelong learners and responsible citizens.

• GREAT PAY • FLEXIBLE HOURS • PAID TRAINING • NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY For more information: please call Amy or Zach at 715-986-2888 or email amy.williamson@kobussen.com or zach.czech@kobussen.com

WANTED

Clear Lake School District

Agriculture Education Teacher

SCHOOL AND COACH BUS DRIVERS TURTLE LAKE TERMINAL

The Clear Lake School District prepares students, in an active partnership with families and the community, to become lifelong learners and responsible citizens.

How to Apply

Applications available (teacher and para) online at www.clwarriors.org or can be picked up at School Offices.

Send completed applications to: Chris Petersen, Elementary Principal 135 Eighth Ave. Clear Lake, WI 54005 cpetersen@clwarriors.org

Deadline

Applications due by February 18, 2019

Website

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FOR MORE EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES check out the Amery Free Press pages of the Tab Facility Manager The Amery Housing Authority is seeking a qualified candidate to manage the day to day operations of the Evergreen Village Apartment complex in Amery.

Primary Duties: • Process and evaluate applicants for tenancy.

• Show apartments to potential tenants and give tours of the facility.

• Facilitate check in and check out procedures for tenants.

• Maintain appropriate record keeping on all tenants.

• Responsible for monthly rent collection.

• Keep the Executive Director aware of any tenant issues needing extensive or legal attention.

• Oversee the daily lunch program and assist in serving and clean up.

• Organize activities for tenants such as: exercise class, movies, bingo, etc.

• Administer and monitor the Life Line system.

• Respond to medical situations and facilitate procedures.

• Oversee the general cleanliness of the common areas of the facility to keep it safe and sanitary.

• Contact maintenance for repair work as needed.

• Prepare the monthly newsletter, event calendar, review lunch menus and special announcements.

• Address complaints from tenants regarding issues with their apartment and other facility areas.

• Perform any other work-related duties requested by immediate supervisor.

Required Skills/Experience: • High school diploma or GED. • Minimum of 2 years Office related experience including bookkeeping.

• Must have basic computer skills with internet, Microsoft Office and graphic design programs.

• Must be able to perform physical demands including but not limited to: Bending and stooping, reaching above the head and shoulders and work with cleaning chemicals on a daily basis.

• Ability to communicate effectively with customers, vendors, as well as employees at all levels.

• Ability to multitask and effectively manage time.

• Nursing or general medical experience preferred.

Evergreen Village

Submit Resume via email to aha@ameryhousing.org or fax to 715-268-7700. Call 715-268-2500 or stop by our office for an application.

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FOR RENT NON-SMOKING PROPERTY

Taking Applications for immediate opening The Polk County Housing Authority is seeking qualified 2 person households to fill immediate opening in a 2 bedroom unit in our senior housing complex, Parkside Apartments, Milltown, WI

Qualified households will have 2 people, be AGE 62+ OR DISABLED and have an ADJUSTED INCOME LIMIT at or below $46,350 RENT & UTILITIES ARE 30% OF ADJUSTED MONTHLY INCOME (Rent includes all utilities and will not be greater than $630)

CONTACT POLK COUNTY HOUSING AUTHORITY 403 2nd Ave • Osceola, WI 715.294.4243 for an application References & verification of disability required.

This institution is an equal opportunity provider.

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Amery Memory Care is now accepting applications to join our team!

RESIDENT CARE COORDINATORS (Resident Caregivers) Current openings for FT and PT caregivers on 2nd shift (2 pm-10:30 pm) and 3rd shift (10 pm-6:30 am).

Please stop in to apply and contact Amber Harris for more details.

RESIDENT CARE COORDINATORS 3 (Medication Passers) Current openings for FT and PT caregivers on 2nd shift (2 pm-10:30 pm) and 3rd shift (10 pm-6:30 am).

Please stop in to apply and contact Amber Harris for more details.

Federated Co-ops is looking for YOU! Federated Co-ops is a leader in agronomy, energy and retail. If you are looking for an exciting career with a reliable company that is owned by the people it does business with, then Federated Co-ops may have a career fit for you.

Our Osceola, WI location is currently accepting applications for the following positions:

FULL-TIME CUSTOM APPLICATOR/ EQUIPMENT OPERATOR If you want a career related to agriculture with a wide variety of duties look no further. Ideal candidates should have a CDL and able to obtain a Commercial Applicator’s License, also includes basic truck and equipment maintenance, basic computer skills, good communication skills and able to work safely with or without supervision.

SEASONAL DRIVERS Applicants must have a clean driving record, Class B CDL or willing to obtain a Farm Service CDL and a current Fed Med Card. Candidate should have the ability to operate, delivery equipment and follow directions.

Compensation and benefits are based on qualifications.

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CITY CLERK/TREASURER CITY OF AMERY Deadline: Thursday, February 7, 2019 Position Objectives: The City of Amery (3,000) is seeking to fill its position of Clerk/Treasurer. The candidate for this key supervisory position must be able to perform a variety of routine and complex financial, clerical, secretarial, administrative and statutory duties typical for the position of Clerk/Treasurer, keep official records, conduct adequate research, and present findings to the Council during regular, special or working sessions.

Duties and Responsibilities: The hired City Clerk/Treasurer shall be responsible for performing those duties as required

by Sec. 62.09(9) and Sec. 62.09(11), Wisconsin Statutes and the following duties: Manage, supervise and direct office staff in the day-to-day operations; assist with the development and preparation of the annual budget; conduct elections, including voter registration, notices, ballot preparation and Election Day activities; assist with preparation and distribution of agendas, materials, minutes and records of meetings; Assist the City Administrator with investment portfolio and cash flow; prepare and maintain City’s general ledger, accounts receivable, fixed assets, receipts, assessments, liens, collections, deposits and other financial records. Responsible for the Tax Roll, receive collections and distribute proportionate share of collections to taxing units; assist the Assessor in maintaining property assessment records when needed.

Minimum Requirements: Candidate must possess a high level of integrity, leadership, problem solving, and commitment to public service. Prefer candidate with municipal experience and must have both CMTW and WCMC certifications or have the ability to obtain within 4 years of appointment. The preferred candidate must also be a notary or have the ability to obtain Notary Public Certification within 6 months. A full job description is available on our website.

Benefits: Position offers a full benefit package including participation in WRS, health & dental insurance, and personal time off (PTO) days. Salary dependent on qualifications.

More Information: Submit resume, letter of interest, and City employment application by February 7, 2019, to: City of Amery • Attn: Kim 118 Center Street • Amery, WI 54001 www.amerywi.gov

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Evers promises clean drinking water; what now?

BY TODD RICHMOND ASSOCIATED PRESS

MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Democratic Gov. Tony Evers pledged to clean up Wisconsin’s drinking water in his State of the State address, promising to work to replace lead pipes across the state and improve well water quality during what he dubbed the year of clean drinking water. Here’s a look at the extent of pollution in Wisconsin, how lawmakers are dealing with it and Evers’ promise: WHAT’S THE PROBLEM? It’s twofold, starting with private well contamination. A survey conducted by county health departments between 2007 and 2010 found that 47 percent of nearly 4,000 wells used by low-income families with pregnant women or young children had levels of contaminants that exceeded water quality standards. The contaminants included nitrates, which come from fertilizer and manure and have been linked to adverse health effects, including thyroid disease.

A November survey by the Wisconsin Geological and Natural History Survey, the U.S. Department of Agriculture and the U.S. Geological Survey found 42 percent of 301 randomly selected wells in Iowa, Grant and LaFayette counties exceed federal standards for bacteria.

A third of the wells in Kewaunee County tested in 2015 had unsafe levels of nitrates and bacteria. The La Crosse County Health Department warned 2,000 households last spring that their wells could be contaminated with nitrates.

Meanwhile, at least 176,000 Wisconsin homes and businesses get water through lead service lines. More than half of those pipes are in Milwaukee.

Lead from the lines can flake off into water and cause permanent brain damage in young children.

Replacing a single line can cost thousands of dollars.

WHAT’S CAUSING WELL CONTAMINATION? Polluted well water has been an issue in Wisconsin for decades, according to Kevin Masarik, a groundwater specialist with the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point and UW-Extension. Some areas of the state, such as eastern Wisconsin, have thin top soil and porous bedrock, which allows runoff from manure and fertilizer to more easily seep into groundwater.

Agriculture has been expanding, turning forest and grassland into

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farm fields and some farms may not have enough land to disperse manure evenly, Masarik said. Some groundwater contamination has been traced to faulty septic systems, too.

ARE LEGISLATORS AND OTHER STATE OFFICIALS DOING ANYTHING ABOUT IT? Yes. The state Department of Natural Resources adopted contentious restrictions on manure spreading in 15 eastern Wisconsin counties, including Kewaunee, last year. The limits vary according to the depth of each farm’s topsoil and carve out zones around wells where manure can’t be spread.

Factory farms won’t have to comply with them for years, however. The restrictions won’t be imposed until they renew their permits, which last five years.

Former Gov. Scott Walker signed a bill from Sen. Rob Cowles last year that allows public utilities to provide grants and loans to customers to replace lead pipes. Municipalities must pass ordinances allowing utilities to provide the money and utilities must get approval from the state Public Service Commission, however. So far only Kenosha’s water utility has been approved, according to the PSC. Manitowoc and Menasha have applied for commission approval.

Assembly Speaker Robin Vos announced earlier this month he will create a task force to study water quality issues at the request of Republican Reps. Travis Tranel of Cuba City and Todd Novak of Dodgeville. They represent portions of Iowa, LaFayette and Grant counties.

his State of the State speech Tuesday .

He cited the 2013 DHS study that found 47 percent of tested wells didn’t meet health standards. He also mentioned the 176,000 lead pipes, saying it could cost more than $2 billion to remove them.

He pledged to sign an executive order to designate someone at DHS “to take charge on addressing Wisconsin’s lead crisis and to help secure federal funding for prevention and treatment programs.”

He didn’t elaborate and he didn’t say what plans, if any, he has in store to alleviate well pollution. His spokeswoman, Melissa Baldauff, didn’t respond to emails and a voicemail seeking more details.

goes to the agency for permit enforcement and $250 goes to the state general fund.

WHAT’S THE REPUBLICAN REACTION? Guarded. Evers’ water remarks did draw Republican applause but it was tepid compared with Democrats’ standing ovations. Novak said he was glad Evers mentioned water pollution in his speech but he doesn’t know what to expect since Evers was short on specifics.

He said Vos’ task force will watch what the governor does. Cowles said in an email that he was happy Evers and Vos want to work on cleaning up drinking water. He said he hopes both Evers and Vos will work with him on some “major water initiatives” he’s crafting, including a bill that would shift the full $345 annual factory farm water pollution permit fee to the DNR. Currently $95

WHAT ABOUT FARMERS? They’re waiting and watching. Karen Gefvert, a lobbyist for the Wisconsin Farm Bureau Federation, noted that the lead pipe issue is unrelated to well contamination but without any specifics from Evers it’s too early to comment. John Holevoet, a lobbyist for the Dairy Business Association, which opposed the manure spreading rules last year, didn’t immediately respond to voicemails. Wisconsin Manufacturers and Commerce, the state’s largest business group, also opposed the manure restrictions. WMC spokesman Nick Novak declined comment since Evers hasn’t offered any specific proposals.

WHAT DID EVERS PROMISE? The new Democratic governor called 2019 the year of clean drinking water in

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WHAT DO ENVIRONMENTALISTS THINK? They’re ecstatic. Jennifer Giegerich, a lobbyist for the Wisconsin League of Conservation Voters, said her organization is “thrilled” with Evers’ year of clean drinking water declaration. Wisconsin has never had a governor that made removing lead pipes a priority, she said. She added that Evers should form his own water quality task force.

Clean Wisconsin lobbyist Amber Meyer Smith said her group is excited to see Evers emphasize lead pipes and hopes that declaration will focus attention on all water pollution problems.

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Assistant CorporaƟon Counsel Full Time—Exempt PosiƟon

Polk County JusƟce Center Wage Range $34.39 —$43.36/hourly

The Assistant CorporaƟon Counsel iniƟates and conducts legal proceedings & draŌs legal documents including performance of appellate work when necessary. Primary areas of responsibility include child support, establishment of paternity, mental and alcohol commitments, guardianships and protecƟve placements, zoning, debt collecƟon and other civil legal maƩers. The Assistant CorporaƟon Counsel provides legal services to various County departments and commiƩees as directed by the CorporaƟon Counsel. Requires a Law Degree from an ABA accredited law school, license to pracƟce law in good standing in WI, and a member in good standing with the State Bar of Wisconsin.

Deadline to apply: February 5, 2019 Human Resources AdministraƟve Assistant/Specialist Non-Exempt PosiƟon StarƟng: $18.39 hour

Starting Wage: $12.00-$13.00/hr +

Serves as the primary liaison between the department/division and the public, applicants, employees and other stakeholders associated with the organizaƟon by providing ongoing current and accurate business informaƟon & assistance. Provides assistance and guidance in developing, implemenƟng and maintaining HR principles and strategies through technical, operaƟonal, and administraƟve support. Requires a Bachelor’s degree in HR or related Įeld with 1-3 years experience, demonstrated knowledge in HR pracƟces; consideraƟon may be considered for a combinaƟon of educaƟon and experience.

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Dietary Aide/Cook Positions Shifts– 6am-2pm, Noon-8pm during the week & 5am-1pm every other weekend

Position 2: Dietary Aide/Cook (8 days every 2 weeks) Shifts– Noon-8pm 3 days a week & rotating AM/PM cook every other weekend As a Polk County, WI. Employee you will be benefit eligible including Health Insurance, Dental/Vision Insurance, Paid Time Off, WRS Retirement, etc.

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Family Support Worker Children & Family Services Department Full-Ɵme/Non-Exempt PosiƟon StarƟng $17.86 hour Works directly with Social Workers and the families, children and adolescents that they serve, to strengthen and support families. AssisƟng clients of the Children and Family Services department directly, oŌen in their homes and various community locaƟons.

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Deadline to Apply: 2/10/19 YOU MUST COMPLETE AN ON-LINE APPLICATION TO BE ELIGIBLE. For complete job description, position requirements, application, and details please visit our website at www.co.polk.wi.us, Employment Opportunities. AA/EEOC

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The Town of Apple River in Polk County is looking for people who may be interested in the position of Town Clerk (appointed).

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