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Monson covered the 6K course at the Mahoney Golf Course in 19 minutes, 49.3 seconds to lead No. 11 UW to a third-place finish with 89 points. The Badgers finished behind No. 7 Michigan, who won with 57 points while Michigan State was second with 75 points. “It feels great. We have been looking forward to the postseason all throughout the summer and season. To finally be at this point where we are in the championship season, it’s nice to really be competing at this level,” Monson said.
A native of Amery, Wisconsin, Monson stayed at the front of the pack throughout the race, before breaking away from the lead pack with Aubrey Roberts of Northwestern with less than 2K to go. After letting Roberts lead for a couple of minutes, Monson passed Roberts and accelerated to the finish, beating the Wildcat by almost 10 seconds. Monson became Wisconsin’s first individual conference champion since Bethany Brewster in 2001 and captured UW’s 11th
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Pictured above are just a portion of the 65 speakers from the School District of Clear Lake’s Career Day: Alex Dix, Mike Holter, Katie Ziegler, Adam Jarchow, Jaylea Schulz, Johnny Wojchik, Laura Danielson, Tom Petersen, Rick Spoentgen, Ryan Ayer, Christie Smith, Megan Wojchik, Marj Rowen, Cassie Reed, Rachel Zimmer, Emily Monson, Ron Thelen, Amber Brannon, Kyle Overby, Shari Overby, Justin Wood, Steve Engebretson, Jake Espeseth, Tina Siebert, Ashley Wahl, Ross Wusterbarth, Cricket LaFond and Alison Blanchard.
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we think it is good for you, but there are some purposes in that. Also, everybody knows about certain careers such as the jobs their parents do, but let’s look at some other things that could be pretty cool.” It was nice for the students to see Clear Lake alumni come back and spend the day sharing what they have accomplished. The past graduates from the district ranged from a chemical engineer who graduated approximately 10 years ago to a nurse who walked across the Clear Lake stage with her diploma in the early 1970s as well as an array of past students with varying careers from the years in between including a former graduate who owns one of the largest recording studios in Nashville. Teacher Jason Sargent thought that session was especially interesting. Students were asked ahead of time if there were certain jobs they were interested in learning about. The people putting the event together
made sure that if they did not have someone scheduled to speak about that line of work, they found somebody. Sixty five speakers were lined up and jobs were divided into categories. Students were given a survey to choose their top six sessions that they would like to attend and organizers tried to match students with their top three choices as much as they could. The full day of speakers gave kids the opportunity hear about a variety of professions. Alison Blanchard from the Clear Lake Business Council said, “Finding out what you do not want to do is just as important as finding out what you do want to do.” There were jobs featured that require different types of college degrees, there were trades and apprenticeships. Students were shown that opportunities exist for those who intend on continuing their schooling and for those who do not. Sargent shared, “We also tried to express to kids that it is OK to change your mind while going through your journey. It is
not uncommon.” Seventh grade may sound a little early to start career planning but it is meant to open up their thought process. Sargent said, “I think it is good for them to start thinking about options early. In the past, a lot of our students just wait too long and they are not sure and make an impulsive decision about what they want to do.” The plan is to have the Career Day every three to four years. Koehler said, “It will be interesting to see what the experience is like for a student in 10th grade, compared to how they perceived it in seventh grade.” 12th-grader Megan Zimmer said attending her sessions caused her to completely change her mind about the career path that she had been considering. She felt like she already had a good grasp on details about the profession she was originally planning, so she asked to be put into groups featuring different jobs. She learned about other career options that she had not previously considered or
had insight about and ended up very inspired from the knowledge she gained that day. Cameryn Matson, an 11th-grader, enjoyed her session with an employee from Homeland Security. She felt like he pointed her into the right direction and gave her ideas on what steps she should take to land where she wants to be in government work. The afternoon portion of the event was called “Clear Lake Proud” and was meant to focus the spotlight on industries in or near Clear Lake. Five companies spoke with students and it gave students the opportunity to really learn about what these local businesses are all about. They were also informed of options some of these businesses provide including tuition assistance. There were a variety of outcomes from the day ranging from kids being offered job-shadowing opportunities to a few applying for actual jobs. 10th through twelfth graders wrote themselves let-
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ters about where they think they might be in three years and the school district is going to mail them to the kids after that time passes. A few days after Career Day, Koehler took a group of kids to a national college fair and she found the kids to be so excited to attend and explore colleges that offered courses in professions that they had learned about earlier in the week. Business instructor Liane Petersen said, “It is vital that connections are made between the businesses, the school, the municipality and the organizations in the community because small towns are shorter on resources and having those connections is huge. This day was a huge step in the right direction to connect the school with the business community and to explore how we can meet needs for each other.” It is clear that these groups working in unison with each other is providing a strong base of support and success for the next generation of Clear Lake alumni.
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individual title. Amy Davis was the next Badger to cross the finish line, taking 13th place with a time of 20:31.5. For her efforts, Davis earned second-team All-Big Ten honors. Two other Wisconsin runners finished in the top-30 in the conference championship. True freshman Lucinda Crouch took 21st with an impressive 20:43.8 finish. Crouch finished just ahead of Shaelyn Sorensen, who took 22nd with a finish of 20:44.2. Alissa Niggemann, the sophomore out of Amherst, Wisconsin, rounded out the Badger scorers. She took 33rd at the meet with 20:59.3 as her final time. Rachel Werking, Kristen Garcia, and Emma Langer also saw action for Wisconsin. Werking took a 73rd place finish with her time being 22:10.2 seconds.
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NOVEMBER 7 FUEL Turkey Trot The Amery Area FUEL (Faith Used in Everyday Life) ecumenical youth group will once again go door-to-door collecting non-perishable goods and other household items for the Amery Food Pantry. We’ll be coming Wednesday, November 7 from 6:30-7:30 p.m. within the city limits. Please be ready with your donations, and thank you in advance!
The Importance of Being Earnest Clear Lake Drama Club presents “The Importance of Being Earnest” by Oscar Wilde. Friday, November 9 at 7 p.m., Saturday, November 10 at 7 p.m. and Sunday, November 11 at 2 p.m. Performance held at the Amery Classic Theater. Tickets are $3 for students and $5 for adults.
NOVEMBER 10 Holiday Bazaar St. Joseph Catholic Church will host its 27th Annual Holiday Bazaar Saturday, November 10 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. This is one of Amery’s largest craft sales, bake sale, lunch and raffles. Free admission. Call if you have any questions: 715-268-7717 or 715-9482419.
Lutefisk Dinner and Fall Bazaar West Immanuel Lutheran Church will host its Annual Lutefisk Dinner and Fall Bazaar Saturday, November 10 from 10:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. The dinner menu includes: Lutefisk, Swedish meatballs, mashed potatoes with gravy, rutabagas, coleslaw, cranberries, lefse, pie, milk, coffee and water. The Fall Bazaar will include: Lefse, canned goods and baked goods. Cost is $18 for Adults, $15 to Go and $6 for Children under 12. West Immanuel is located at 447 180th Street in rural Osceola, WI.
Veteran’s Day Dance The American Legion Post 137 in Turtle Lake will host a
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NOVEMBER 8-9-10 The Amery American Legion, located at 320 Memorial Drive, Amery, will display the exhibit: Marching Across the State, Fur, Feathers, and Fidelity: Military Mascots. This event is open to the Public, from 3-8 pm. It is in conjunction with the American Legions’ 100th Anniversary and the ending of World War I. Families are invited to attend. Exhibit provided courtesy of the Wisconsin Veterans Museum.
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Sleepy sharks These two “baby sharks” were part of the annual Halloween parade on Oct. 31.
Veteran’s Day Dance on Saturday, November 10 from 7:30 p.m. to 12 a.m. Music by Hunyuks from 8 p.m. to 11 p.m. Raffle: 1st prize-Savage Axis II .30-06 synthetic stock with 3X9 scope or $350 cash, 2nd place-$100 cash, 3rd place-$75 cash. Door prize drawings. Dance admission by raffle ticket. Need not be present to win. Additional raffle by the American Legion Auxiliary handcrafted by a local artist Hand Tied Block Bed Quilt, Wooden Barn Quilt, Quilted Table Runner, 2 Wall Paintings. All tickets available at the door or from your local Legion or Auxiliary members.
Building Fund Bingo Amery VFW Post 7929, 730 Wisconsin Ave, will host Building Fund Bingo Saturday, November 10 at 1 p.m. Cash prizes for all games! $30 for 6 pack of cards good for all games including coverall. 15 total games. $500 cash prize for coverall. Meat raffle, door prizes and 50/50 boards. All proceeds go tot he building fund.
the holidays after a loved one’s death. This free seminar will be held Tuesday, November 13 from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. at St. Joseph Catholic Church, 1050 Keller Ave. N., Amery. The seminar features practical suggestions and reassurance through video interviews with counselors, grief experts, and other people who have experienced the holidays after their loved one’s death. Topics to be discussed include dealing with hard-hitting emotions, what to do about traditions, how to survive social events, and where to find comfort and strength. Those who attend will receive a Survival Guide filled with practical tips, encouraging words, journaling ideas, and exercises for daily help through the holiday season. For more information and to pre-register, call the church office at 715-268-7717 or email office@stjosephamery.org.
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Little Falls Lutheran Church will host its annual Fall Harvest Dinner on Sunday, November 11 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. On the menu will be turkey, real mashed potatoes, gravy, stuffing, squash, corn, cranberries, rolls, dessert, milk, water or coffee. Free will donation. Take-outs available 715-268-9409. Join us for a wonderful meal and come for worship at 11 a.m at 1272 44th Avenue, Amery.
First Lutheran Church, 811 South Avenue W, Clear Lake, is hosting a Smorgasbord Wednesday, November 14 serving 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Menu: Torsk, Swedish Meatballs, Potatis Kaiv, Potatoes, Cheese, Deviled Eggs, Jello Salad, Swedish Brown Beans, Cranberries, Frugt Suppe, Rice Pudding, Krum Kake, Rommegrot, Lefse, Rye Bread, Rolls, Scandinavian Delicacies, Beverages. Adults $15, Children (6-12) $8, Childen (5 and Under) free. There will also be a bake sale, basket raffle and general raffle during the Smorgasbord.
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NOVEMBER 17 Using DNA to Build Your Family Tree Saturday, November 17 from 10 a.m. to noon the Amery Area Historical Society (AAHS) presents: Using DNA to Build Your Family Tree held in the Burman Room at the Amery Area Public Library. An open house will be held in the history room following the program from noon to 2 p.m.
Holiday Bazaar Stop in to the Amery Community Center, 608 Harriman Avenue S, for a warm drink and check out our fundraiser of necklaces and bracelets made by women in Uganda. Silent auction, do Terra, Norwex, thirty-one, Stampin’-up, Trevo, Pampered Chef, Sweet Victoria Gifts, Mary Kay, Color Street, Usborne, Younique, handmade wool purses, blacksmith crafts, handmade soaps, holiday crafts and many more! Open to the public!
NOVEMBER 20 Parade of Lights/Light Up the Town The 11th Annual Parade of Lights and Light Up the Town will be Tuesday, November 20 at 6 p.m. in Soo Line Park. Parade line-up is at 5 p.m. at Soldier’s Field. All floats welcome. Trophies awarded. Call 715-268-5800 for information. The Amery Fire Dept will have their Chili Feed from 5-8 p.m. for a free will offering. Toys for Tots Kick-Off is at the Fire Hall, Holy Donuts for sale at Soo Line Park. Bonfire and fireworks will follow the parade.
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Deadly shootings at a Pittsburgh synagogue and what were believed to be bombs mailed to critics of the president of the United States made headlines last week. While most are shocked and disgusted at what happened, there seems to be some rare agreement on what may lie at the root cause of both events. Spoiler alert: it’s the negative tone and lack of civility in politics. A poll conducted last week by National Public Radio, PubPublisher lic Broadcasting System and Tom Stangl Maris found that four out of five persons surveyed are concerned that the negative tone will lead to violence and acts of terror. That’s 80 percent. Spoiler alert 2: who holds the blame is divided, depending on the political beliefs of the person surveyed. Seventy-one percent of Democrats say Trump is the most to blame. Forty-four percent of Republicans say Democrats in Congress are the most to blame with another 42 percent saying the media are the most to blame. Among independents, 45 percent say Trump is the most to blame and another 30 percent say the media are the most to blame. Overall, 40 percent believe the president is to blame, 29 percent believe the media is at fault, 17 percent blame Democrats in Congress and 7 percent put the blame on Republicans in Congress. So, now that the election is over and the winners have cleaned up after their victory parties, it is time to get to work. I have always believed that this is the most difficult time for politicians. What course do they take from here? Do they stick to their campaign promises, get in line with their party so they can get something accomplished and improve their odds of getting re-elected or do they try to reconcile with the other side? One of the campaign commercials I listened to this past cycle came from Sen. Amy Klobuchar. In the brief clip she explained that real courage is standing next to someone you disagree with politically and telling them you agree with what they are saying on an issue. While this may not be popular in an election cycle, Klobuchar’s comment is the essence of governing. You can have the best idea in the world, but if you are unable to convince anyone else that it is a good idea, nothing can be accomplished. The political climate we are living in now is less than ideal. The hyper partisanship with both sides taking the extreme polar opposite of the other makes it very difficult to find a place in the middle. I think it may be time for people who want to make things better to have the courage to sit down and find common ground. Former Michigan Gov. and 1968 presidential candidate George Romney (Mitt’s dad) said that the way he found common ground with the auto workers union when he was head of American Motors was to start at the beginning. Romney and the union head agreed that they believed in God, then they agreed that they wanted the best for the company and then began tackling the issues. It is only when we learn that we are more alike than the issues that separate us that real progress can be made. It may need to come down to this to move things forward. I hope someone has the courage to make the first move. 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.
If I had an extra hour each day..... BY APRIL ZIEMER EDITOR@THEAMERYFREEPRESS.COM
This past weekend was the end of daylight saving time. By no means do I like the early darkness that now starts creeping upon us by late afternoon, but I have decided to look at the “fall back” with a different perspective. I have often wished to have more hours in a day. I think it is a feeling that most people can relate Editor to. It seems as if there is always so April Ziemer much to do and not enough time in a day to complete tasks. Maybe if I had an extra hour I would do another load of laundry, dust our neglected ceiling fan, or vacuum my car. I could possibly be more selfish and dive into a book or finally watch one of the Netflix programs that everyone seems to be talking about. Sadly the latter of the twice a year change of time is the only moment that the extra hour will exist in a day. There is not a chance that
a regular day will ever consist of more than 24 hours. Let’s be real, if days magically became 30 hours long, we would continue to fill them to the brim with the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Instead of dreaming of longer days, I believe the key is making the most of the hours that are bestowed upon us. I am not talking about becoming more organized or mastering time management. Unfortunately over the past two weeks I experienced the feeling of wanting to turn back time, but in a different sense. Recently an old classmate and my uncle have passed away. I have truly been lucky, as I have not had much experience with death. The first funeral I remember attending took place when I was 27 years old. In the 15 years since then, there have only been two others. I am blessed to have my siblings, parents and grandparents. The past couple of weeks I have found myself regretting that more phone calls and visits were not made and sorry that chaos wasn’t paused long enough to pen a simple letter or in the least sign a card. I feel like these are probably pretty common regrets to struggle
with during loss, but I refuse to accept that this is just “the norm.” If I accept these feelings as the norm, I am just setting myself up to struggle with the same feelings of regret in the future. So instead of looking back with regret, I intend to move ahead with hope. I have hope that my intentions of making people aware of the impact they have left on my life will far surpass the promises I make to myself about healthy eating or immediately folding and putting away laundry. To some it might be two months too early to be making resolutions, but since we cannot turn back time nor can we foresee what lies ahead, I think it is only fair that my promises to my self and others start now. Charles M. Sheldon once said, “Good resolutions are like babies crying in church; they should be carried out immediately.” 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
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Building second trail for motorized use would be cheaper To the editor: I am writing in regard to the recent vote by the Polk County Board of Supervisors to allow motorized use on the Stower Seven Lakes State Trail. I find it hard to understand how the supervisors, who voted to allow this change, supported creating a parallel trail for the “silent sports” without taking any action on how this new trail would be funded. Many of these supervisors have already gone on record indicating that they would never support using tax dollars for the non-mo-
torized Stower trail. Are they now going to change their position and allocated tax dollars for a new parallel non-motorized trail? I don’t think so. And what about the $850,000 federal grant that will need to be repaid? I understand that the county plans to request an exemption from the Federal government but what happens when this request is rejected? If the county wants to create a new parallel trail, do it for the motorized community and leave the Stower trail alone. It will accomplish their same motives without
costing taxpayers millions of dollars. Ultimately, the decision makers are the WDNR and the federal government. I think that people opposed to the county’s recommendation should contact the DNR and their congressional leaders and ask them to reject any request from the county to change the Stower Trail or to eliminate the requirement that he county repay the feds if they do change it. Mike Karuschak Amery, WI
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Polk County arrest report October 29, 2018 Kevin M. Sobczak, 47, of Clear Lake, WI, was arrested October 24 for OWI (3rd). Joshua Scott Dahl, 35, of Osceola, WI, was arrested October 27 for reckless endangerment and intoxicated use of a firearm. Jeremy Kieth Naylor, 42, of Frederic, WI, was arrested October 27 for disorderly conduct. Ronald Charles HeidVogel, 31, of Somerset, WI, was arrested October 27 for reckless endangerment and intoxicated use of a firearm. Lukas S. Senogles, 27, of Wyoming, MN, was arrested October 27 for battery, endangering safety by use of dangerous weapon, disorderly conduct, negligent operation of vehicle, damage to property and possession of drug paraphernalia. Jeffrey A. Dubois, 33, of Amery, WI, was arrested October 27 for disorderly conduct and possession of drug paraphernalia. Lindsey M. Grove, 33, of St. Croix Falls, WI, was arrested October 24 for obstructing an officer. Adonis Ishem Mosay, 35, of Luck, WI, was arrested October 22 for probation hold. Cory Edward McNulty, 36, of Superior, WI, was arrested October 22 for a DOC warrant. Gavin James Porotko, 19, of Balsam Lake, WI, was arrested October 23 for a probation warrant.
Brandon Carl Woodrich, 24, of Grantsburg, WI, was arrested October 25 for a St. Croix Falls warrant. Cody James Utgard, 24, of Amery, WI, was arrested October 25 for a probation hold. Charles David Sackett, 34, of Winona, MN, was arrested October 26 for a MN DOC warrant. Jamie L. Ostendorf, 41, of Emerald, WI, was arrested October 28 for a probation warrant.
October 22, 2018 Zachary R. Nord, 23, of St. Croix Falls, WI, was arrested October 15 for a DOC warrant. Zachariah R. Ellison, 29, of Milltown, WI, was arrested October 20 for a probation hold. Robert Douglas Pribble II, 40, of Balsam Lake, WI, was arrested October 21 for a Chisago County warrant. Samual Lee Pewaush, 22, of Frederic, WI, was arrested October 16 for OWI (1st) and a probation hold. Adam Fred Weiler, 34, of Amery, WI, was arrested October 20 for OWI (2nd) and resisting arrest. Randy R. Foster, 36, of Siren, WI, was arrested October 16 for issuing worthless checks. Daniel John Sogard, 23, of Clear Lake, WI, was arrested October 15 for disorderly conduct. Tammy S. Johnson, 52, of Amery, WI, was arrested October 15 for possession of metham-
phetamine, possession of drug paraphernalia and shoplifting. Thomas Lee White, 47, of Fridley, MN, was arrested October 18 for possession of methamphetamine, possession of THC, possession of drug paraphernalia and an Anoka County warrant. Cameron J. Zappa, 18, of Frederic, WI, was arrested October 18 for domestic strangulation, battery and disorderly conduct. Clint Neil Froemming, 41, of Champlin, MN, was arrested October 19 for domestic battery, damage to property and interfering with a 911 call. MacKenzie Gerald Baxter, 22, of Milltown, WI, was arrested October 19 for fleeing. Quinton Michael Carlson, 45, of Balsam Lake, WI, was arrested October 20 for disorderly conduct. James David Brooks, 43, of Milltown, WI, was arrested October 21 for domestic disorderly conduct. Jo Ann M. Dougherty, 33, of Milltown, WI, was arrested October 21 for possession of methamphetamine, possession of drug paraphernalia and a probation hold. Ashley Marie McCarty, 43, of Milltown, WI, was arrested October 21 for possession of methamphetamine, possession of drug paraphernalia, felony bail jumping and a probation hold.
Opioid prescriptions drop 32 percent since 2015 MADISON, Wis. (AP) — A new state report shows doctors have been prescribing fewer opioids over the last three years. The report from the state Controlled Substances Board shows opioid prescriptions have decreased 32 percent over the last three years, from 1,285,940
prescriptions in the first quarter of 2015 to 872,735 prescriptions in the third quarter of 2018. The numbers are based on data from the state prescription drug monitoring program. Gov. Scott Walker, who is locked in a tight race with Democratic challenger Tony Evers,
touted the findings in a news release Wednesday. He says the monitoring program is “another example of how Wisconsin is leading the nation in combating the opioid epidemic.” Nine hundred people died from opioid overdoses in Wisconsin last year.
Community mourns deaths of scouts, parent LAKE HALLIE, Wis. (AP) — Investigators have yet to determine why a pickup truck veered across a highway in rural western Wisconsin and crashed into Girl Scouts collecting trash, killing three and critically injuring a parent. Colten Treu, 21, sped off after the collision in Lake Hallie Saturday morning, but later surrendered. Treu, will be charged with four counts of homicide, Lake Hallie police Sgt. Daniel Sokup said. No attorney who can speak for Treu was identified Sunday. Authorities have not released the names and ages of any of the victims. The girls were fourth graders at Halmstad Elementary School and Southview Elementary School in nearby Chippewa Falls, about 90 miles east of Minneapolis. Hundreds of community members huddled under umbrellas in
the biting rain Sunday evening for a candlelight vigil outside Halmstad Elementary. Girl Scouts sang songs in memory of the victims, who were members of Troop 3055. A makeshift memorial of teddy bears, balloons and candles was set up on two wooden benches. “Our hearts are broken for the girls and families of the Girl Scouts of the Northwestern Great Lakes,” CEO Sylvia Acevedo of Girl Scouts of the USA said in a statement Sunday. “The Girl Scout Movement everywhere stands with our sister Girl Scouts in Wisconsin to grieve and comfort one another in the wake of this terrible tragedy.” In a message to parents, Superintendent Heidi Eliopoulos said: “This is a difficult time for our students, families and staff. We will be providing ongoing support for both students (and) families and staff for as long as
needed.” Sokup said Treu’s black Ford F-150 crossed a lane Saturday morning and veered into a roadside ditch, striking the victims. Other members of the troop were picking up trash from the opposite shoulder. Sokup said it wasn’t immediately clear what led Treu, of Chippewa Falls, to leave the road, and he described the crash site as “not an unsafe area.” The Star Tribune reported that the crash happened before a hill and that there are no blind spots. But Cecily Spallees, a personal care attendant at a nearby group home, told the newspaper that drivers regularly speed along that stretch of road, which quickly changes from a 55-mph to a 35-mph zone. “I’m always telling one of my residents that he shouldn’t walk this strip at night,” Spallees said. “It’s not safe.”
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Amery Police Report 10/26/18-11/1/18 10/26/18, 10:30 a.m., Assist citizen 10/26/18, 01 p.m., Warrant arrest 10/26/18, 04:24 p.m., Welfare check 10/26/18, 07:32 p.m., Assist citizen 10/26/18, 10:38 p.m., Traffic stop 10/26/18, 11:21 p.m., Suspicious activity 10/27/18, 12:03 a.m., Suspicious activity 10/27/18, 04:04 a.m., Welfare check 10/27/18, 11 a.m., Chief Marson and Officer Carlson hand out Halloween Treats 10/27/18, 05:58 p.m., Assist other agency 10/28/18, 01:55 a.m., Assist citizen 10/28/18, 03:20 p.m., Mental health call 10/28/18, 04:32 p.m., Traffic stop 10/28/18, 04:54 p.m., Traffic stop 10/28/18, 05:02 p.m., Theft from business 10/28/18, 11 p.m., Traffic stop 10/29/18, 03:06 a.m., Assist EMS 10/29/18, 04:06 a.m., Assist citizen 10/29/18, 07:36 a.m., Traffic stop 10/29/18, 07:56 a.m., Traffic complaint 10/29/18, 03:15 p.m., Assist citizen 10/29/18, 04:09 p.m., Motor vehicle accident 10/29/18, 04:37 p.m., Mental health call 10/29/18, 05:43 p.m., Criminal damage to property 10/29/18, 06:11 p.m., Traffic complaint 10/29/18, 07:08 p.m., Assist with medical call 10/29/18, 09:22 p.m., Mental health call 10/29/18, 10:53 p.m., Animal control call 10/30/18, 02:13 a.m., Traffic stop 10/30/18, 04:08 p.m., Harassment report 10/30/18, 07:10 p.m., Assist citizen 10/30/18, 10:10 p.m., Assist other agency 10/30/18, 10:50 p.m., Suspicious activity 10/31/18, 04:56 a.m., Traffic stop 10/31/18, 05:42 a.m., Traffic stop 10/31/18, 10:20 a.m., Theft report 10/31/18, 01:30 a.m., Officer Harris and K9 Kerchak at schools for Halloween Parades 10/31/18, 02:45 p.m., Animal control call 10/31/18, 02:52 p.m., Welfare check 10/31/18, 03:15 p.m., Mental Health call 10/31/18, 07:17 p.m., Assist citizen 10/31/18, 08:09 p.m., Suspicious activity 10/31/18, 09:33 p.m., Traffic stop 10/31/18, 09:58 p.m., Welfare check 10/31/18, 10:31 p.m., Traffic stop 11/01/18, 04:03 a.m., Welfare check 11/01/18, 12:09 p.m., Amery K9 unit tracked juvenile and returned to school safe 11/01/18, 03:09 p.m., Report of vandalism, house egging 11/01/18, 03:15 p.m., Vehicle lockout 11/01/18, 03:56 p.m., Traffic stop 11/01/18, 05:11 p.m., Traffic stop 11/01/18, 06:47 p.m., Traffic stop 11/01/18, 09:26 p.m., Suspicious activity 11/01/18, 10:23 p.m., Traffic stop
Arrest: Charles Sackett, 34 of Winona MN. Extraditable Warrant out of Minnesota
‘Halloween Killer’ case stalls in court FOND DU LAC, Wis. (AP) — The future of a Wisconsin convict known as the “Halloween Killer” is stalled as a state appeals court decides where to hold court proceedings to determine whether he’ll be released or committed to a mental health facility. The Post Crescent reports that Gerald Turner’s mandatory release date on Feb. 1 this year prompted the Wisconsin Department of Justice to file a petition to commit the 69-year-old to a mental health facility. The state is arguing that Turner is a sexually violent person and suffers from mental disorders. Turner was convicted for the Oct. 31, 1973 rape and murder of Lisa Ann French, a 9-year-old who went trick-or-treating that evening in Turner’s Fond du Lac neighborhood. The girl’s body was found in a garbage bag along a road outside the city.
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105 Years Ago November 6, 1913
Tom Gannon Fights Extradition to State
Newly Decorated Congregational Church One of the most attractive interiors of a church and a great credit to our town is the Congregational Church, which has just been completed. Anyone who saw it in its former state could hardly realize that it is the same building or that they are in the same town, the transformation is so great with all this change. The impression upon coming into the main part is one of rest and reverence.
Wisconsin Leads in Corn The latest government figures credit Wisconsin with a standing of 94 percent in the condition of the corn crop. This is a higher percentage than is given to any state in the socalled corn belt. It is apparent that soon Wisconsin will be credited with being a corn state, and better than that, the silo state of the union.
Yesterday’s 100 Years News Ago Diane Stangl
November 7, 1918
Ed Schuler Murdered in Home Edward Schuler was murdered at his home Friday night or early Saturday morning and his wife has been accused of the crime. The authorities and the citizens living in the neighborhood were aroused at about five o’clock Saturday morning by the screams of Mrs. Schuler and by a telephone call from the Schuler house by Miss Stella Skifstad, who had been called in by Mrs. Schuler a few minutes previously, and upon arrival there they found Schuler dead on a cot in the kitchen with a bullet hole in the back of his head, under circumstances which even at that time pointed toward his wife as the murderess. According to reports from neighbors, the Schulers had not lived happily for many years and for weeks at a time he was forced to sleep in the wood shed at the rear of the house, getting his own meals during the greater part of that period. He was known to be a quiet, hardworking man who took the many hardships and the unpleasantness of his married life without a grumble. Lester Schuler, a son has been in training at Camp Casey, Wash., for some months and the letters written home to his mother were about as disloyal as could be imagined and have been turned over to the authorities. He claims to be a religious objector and says, “You may be assured that I will not “murder” anyone or assist anyone else to do so as long as I am forced to stay in the army.”
The new Gem Theatre This photo, featured in the Oct. 16, 1913 edition of the Amery Free Press, read: A Stage Setting at the New Gem Theatre which opens tomorrow night with a grand ball. The Gem Theatre was originally located at the site of the old Catholic Church and was used for a variety of theatrical productions, dances, graduations, and many other social functions that were held in Amery.
One letter from him, we understand, has a number of significant sentences and may have some bearing upon the murder of his father, as he cautioned his mother “not to do anything that she would regret in after years.”
Save a Soldier Everyone save a soldier by not letting the snow cover up the nut crop, which is needed for the best gas masks for our soldiers at the front. Seven pounds will make one gas mask. The amount needed is 500 tons daily. The collections will be made at Amery, Balsam Lake, Centuria, Clayton, Clear Lake, Dresser Junction, Frederic, Lewis, Luck, Milltown, Osceola, and St. Croix Falls.
Halloween Scrape A number of the younger generation bent on celebrating Halloween near Volga rolled away a number of wagons and in doing so damaged some of them to a more or less degree, but in the height of their fun they were apprehended by two of Volga’s citizens who gave chase. The young men were in a car and the pursuers were also in a car. The race to Amery was said to be rapid and exciting in the extreme but ended victoriously for the pursuers who caught the mischief-makers and forced them to return to Volga and replace the wagons.
85 Years Ago November 9, 1933 18th Amendment Repealed Tuesday Yesterdays elections in six states, assures the repeal of the 18th amendment. Latest reports as we go to press indicate that five of the six states voted for repeal. Elections were held in the following states: North Carolina, South Carolina, Kentucky, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Utah.
80 Years Ago November 24, 1938 Student Hurt When Bus Tips Over One Amery High School girl was injured and others were shaken up Tuesday night when Jack Thompson’s school bus was hit and overturned by a truck from Sarona, Wis., on Highway No. 8 about 5 p.m. Students in the bus said that Mr. Thompson went to turn into a side road about two miles east of No. 46 on No. 8, and that they did not see him put out his hand. The truck driver, about to pass the school bus, and also, going east, swerved to the left to avoid hitting the school transport. The truck hit the bus in back and turned it over. Most of the students got out the back door, and one climbed through a window. There was no panic or commotion. A survey revealed that Miss Peterson was the only one hurt badly and she was taken to the Amery Hospital. She is not in serious condition, it was said, but has possible internal injuries. The other girls hurt are May Johnson and Bernice Odberg, but their injuries were superficial and they were able to return to school Wednesday. Traffic Officer Ed. Johnson investigated the crash and found that the school bus had almost cleared No. 8 into the side road. Thompson said Johnson believed the truck had no right to pass the school bus at the intersection of No. 8 and the town road. Why the truck driver was so far over to the left, Thompson said, is unexplained. The truck hit the rear wheel of the bus enough to turn it over on its side.
Falls Through Hay Mow Floor Martin Hanson, 58, farmer living north of Clear Lake, is in critical condition in Miller Hospital, St. Paul, following a mishap Monday. He was found lying on the
ground floor of his barn, having fallen through some poor planks in the hay mow. Dr. M. G. Marra treated the accident victim. When he failed to regain consciousness in a few hours, Farmer Hanson was sent to Miller hospital for possible brain surgery.
Special Stage Show at Amery Theatre “Three Little Pigs,” a stage presentation, is scheduled for the Amery Theatre Sunday afternoon, Nov. 9, starting at 2 p.m. Featuring a dwarf entertainer and a singing clown dog, the presentation has been in numerous television shows in the past several years. In addition to the stage presentation, the cinema attraction, “The Badlanders,” will be shown in conjunction with the special feature.
BADGER TALES – published in the Amery Free Press in 1938 Never’s Dam on the St. Croix River near St. Croix Falls, built in 1889-90, is made of cribs sunk into a base of piling driven into the riverbed, and is the largest of its kind in the world.
75 Years Ago November 11, 1943 Amery Gets 10 Inches of Snow Winter descended on Amery and the rest of the Midwestern states with gusto over the past weekend. Beginning with light rains on Saturday evening the real snow began on Sunday and by Monday morning blizzard conditions prevailed. The storm reminded residents of the Nov. 11 storm of several years ago although this one was less severe and higher temperatures prevailed. S. B. Vassau, local weatherman, reported that 10 inches of snow fell during the storm and that the moisture content of the snow was very high.
Through a writ of habeas corpus, Tom Gannon, St. Paul, wanted in Amery for the burglary of the Union State Bank of some $42,000 on Sept. 13, 1938, will attempt to fight extradition to Wisconsin for trial. Gov. Thye of Minnesota has signed extradition papers but Gannon seeks to appeal his extradition and a hearing will be held in Stillwater Saturday to determine the outcome of this appeal. Gannon was a member of the gang that broke into the Union State Bank through the back door and waited for the personnel to arrive and held them at bay until the time they scooped out the cash and bonds and made a clean get-away. Since that time some of the bonds have been recovered. Proof of Gannon’s guilt is fingerprints that were taken at the time. Other identity is practically impossible because they all wore masks. Gannon has been serving from 1–10 years for burglary in the Minnesota state prison at Stillwater and was scheduled for release Oct. 14. He is a former member of Dillinger’s gang and also was connected with the Homer Van Meter conspiracy to escape jail.
60 Years Ago November 13, 1958 Equipped to Note Atomic Fall-Out Scientific equipment capable of measuring radioactivity in the atmosphere was received by the Amery High School this past week. Made available to only one school in the county by the office of Civil Defense Mobilization, the kit will be used to help local science teachers instruct students in nuclear energy and radiological detection programs. In the case of an atomic attack it could be used by Civil Defense to detect radiological activity. Commenting about the new addition to the science department, Win Johnson, physics instructor said: “With this and a sensitive Geiger counter the high school acquired this year, we will be able to teach a very effective unit on nuclear science to the students.”
Hunters In Wrong State Four over-anxious Minnesota deer hunters were arrested last Sunday by Conservation Wardens in the Barrens, near Grantsburg while attempting to bag their game on Wisconsin soil. When apprehended, the group professed that they were lost. On investigation it was found that two of the party were from Rush City, Minn., seven miles from the border, and that they had crossed the interstate bridge. They were brought into court Monday.
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Groundbreaking takes place for new fire station Construction of a new fire station means that safety and peace of mind will be a lot closer to home for families in the Town of Alden. The new station will improve fire, rescue and first-response service for local residents and is part of Allied Emergency Services, a newly formed fire district serving the towns of Osceola, Alden, Garfield and the village of Dresser. Allied Emergency Services, formerly D.O.G. (Dresser, Osceola, Garfield) Fire Association, provides emergency response to 8,162 people and 3,913 homes, and has existing fire stations in the Village of Dresser and the Town of Garfield. “Many of these rural families are co-op members, and we’re always proud when we can support a project that improves one of our communities,” said Ed Gullickson, Polk-Burnett board president. Discussion of the project originally took place around nine years ago. The new three-bay fire station will be located at 1846 West Church Road, Star Prairie, at the intersection of 185th Street and Church Road in the Town of Alden. The 6,000-square-foot facility will provide garage
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Pictured at the October 30 groundbreaking of the new Alden Fire Station are Polk-Burnett Board President Ed Gullickson, General Manager Steve Stroshane and Operations Manager Ed Johansen with Chairman Dan Burch and members of Allied Emergency Services; representatives from the offices of U.S. Senator Ron Johnson and U.S. Congressman Sean Duffy; project managers from contractor Berghammer Builders; and representatives from Bremer Bank.
space for six emergency vehicles, including a pumper truck, brush/grass fire rig and first responder vehicle. The land has been acquired and cleared, and the building design plans have received state approval. Groundbreaking of the new fire station took place Oct. 30, with an anticipated completion date set for May 15. Berghammer Builders of Clayton is the
general contractor. Total construction cost is $904,725. Eighty percent of the cost ($694,880) will be paid with a USDA Rural Economic Development Loan from Polk-Burnett Electric Cooperative at zero-percent interest, which will save taxpayers $350,000 in interest payments. The remaining 20 percent of the project ($173,720) will be paid with a loan from Bremer
Bank in Amery. “We greatly appreciate and are thankful to Polk-Burnett Electric Cooperative for the zero-percent interest loan,” said Dan Burch, chairman, Allied Emergency Services. “Because of their generosity, considerable cost savings will benefit the community and Allied Emergency Services.” “The zero-interest loan from Polk-Burnett and the USDA
24 notes of honor: ‘Taps’ players from Amery schools play final respect to area veterans BY APRIL ZIEMER EDITOR@THEAMERYFREEPRESS.COM
According to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, more than 600,000 U.S. military veterans die every year. By federal law, all of those veterans are entitled upon request to military funeral honors, which includes the playing of “Taps.” “Taps,” a simple 24 notes played on the bugle, has been offered as the final salute to America’s fallen ever since the Civil War. Composed for the bugle and unique to the U.S. military, “Taps” is played at funerals, wreath-laying ceremonies and memorial services. The melody has the dual purpose of signaling the day’s end and serving as musical honors to service members who have died. “Taps,” America’s National Song of Remembrance is named for the three distinctive drum taps also used to signal “lights out.” The song is a variation of the “Scott Tattoo” bugle call used in the United States from 1835 until 1860. Union Gen. Daniel Butterfield arranged it in its present form to replace a French bugle call that signaled the day’s end, and just months later “Taps” played by the Union and Confederate armies. The United States Army officially recognized it in 1874.
Federal law does not specify that a live bugler play “Taps,” so some funerals tend to use a portable CD player or faux bugles with a device in the bell of the instrument that plays a digital recording of the song. There is no substitute for a real musician at such a solemn event, and Amery is fortunate enough to have four students who play “Taps” at military funerals. The students are provided transportation and In accordance with Wisconsin Act 42, Amery students who sound taps during a military honors funeral for a deceased veteran earn $25.00 each time they play taps. Currently the following students are 12th-grader Lance Hiltner, 11th-grader Lydia Monson, 10th-grader Jabin Friberg and eighth grader Kobe
Stinson. Veteran’s Day is Nov. 11, 2018. While Veterans Day is primarily a tribute to America’s living veterans, and should be observed more as a celebration than as a somber remembrance, it is always appropriate to include a moment of respect for those who gave their lives for their country. That being said, it is common to have a moment of silence and the playing of “Taps” of Veterans Day as well. With the observance of Veterans Day nearly approaching, learn about a veteran. Learn their story and ask them what they’ve learned about honor, valor, sacrifice, teamwork and courage. Lastly, do not forget to thank a Veteran this upcoming Sunday.
provides significant cost savings for taxpayers in the fire district and allows us to support our communities far beyond our electric service,” said Gullickson. “We are excited to receive USDA funding for this project; this is an opportunity to make a difference in our community.”
Driver charged in fatal crash pleads innocent
Hicks
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STILLWATER, Minn. (AP) — A semi driver who crashed into a car at a Lake Elmo intersection, killing a biology instructor, has pleaded not guilty to criminal charges. Samuel Hicks, of Independence, Wisconsin, appeared in Washington County court Wednesday where he entered the plea to vehicular homicide in the death of 54-year-old Robert Bursik, of Amery, Wisconsin. A criminal complaint alleges video from the semi shows Hicks had his eyes on his cell phone in the seconds before he slammed into Bursik’s vehicle at 63 miles per hour while it was stopped at an intersection last February. A trial for Hicks is to begin
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AREA CHURCHES 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; 6:30 p.m. Women’s Bible Study. Wednesday: 10 a.m. Men’s Bible Study; 5:30 p.m. OneWay Kids Club. Thursday: 9:30 a.m. Women’s White Cross 1st and 3rd Fridays: 8:45 a.m. M.O.P.S. BALSAM LUTHERAN, 1115 Mains Crossing, Amery, Dan Watland, pastor Wednesday, Nov. 7: 6 p.m. Confirmation Class. Sunday, Nov. 11: 8:30 a.m. Elim Worship with Holy Communion; 8:30 a.m. Sunday School; 9:30 a.m. Fellowship Time, Finance Committee, Social Ministry Committee; 10:15 a.m. Worship with Holy Communion. Tuesday, Nov. 6: 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. CONGREGATIONAL, 201 N. Harriman Ave., Amery Barry Schaefer, pastor Wednesday, Nov. 7: 3:30 pm. Homework & Hangout; 4:30 p.m. Confo Class; 6 p.m. FUEL @ Our Savior’s - Turkey Trot; 7 p.m. Money Management. Thursday, Nov. 8: 9:30 a.m. Local Communions; 9:30 a.m. Senior Dining Hall Open; 5:30 p.m. Women’s Bible Study. Friday, Nov. 9: 8:30 a.m. Distant Communions; 9:30 a.m. Senior Dining Hall Open. Saturday, Nov. 10: 6 a.m. Food Set-Up for Ruby’s Pantry; 8 a.m. Car Care; 9 a.m. Ruby’s Registration Ends - Distribution Begins, St. Joe’s Lefsa Sale Begins. Sunday, Nov. 11: 8:30 a.m. MT19 Meeting; 10 a.m. Worship/Blessing of Hunters & Military/Sunday School; Budget & Election Meeting immediately after worship; 11:15 a.m. Trustee Meeting, Lefse Making. Monday, Nov. 12: 9:30 a.m. Senior Dining Hall Open; 7 p.m. Boy Scouts. Tuesday, Nov. 13: 6:30 a.m. Men’s Bible Study; 9:30 a.m. Senior Dining Hall Open; 10 a.m. Bible Study; 6 p.m. Council Meeting. 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, Nov. 7: 6 p.m. JAM at Trinity; 6-8 p.m. FUEL at Our Savior’s - Turkey Trot. Thursday, Nov. 8: 9 a.m. Deronda Quilting, Little Falls WELCA - Pack Lutheran World Relief Kits; Apple River Conference Assembly at Deronda (9 a.m. Coffee, 9:30 a.m. Worship, 10:30 a.m. Dr. Robin Steinke, Noon Lunch). Friday, Nov. 9-Sunday, Nov. 11: Godstock at Metropolis Resort in Eau Claire. Saturday, Nov. 10: 8 a.m. Men in Mission at Little Falls; 10:30 a.m.-6 p.m. West Immanuel Lutefisk Dinner & Bazaar; 9 a.m.-2 p.m. St. Joseph Holiday Bazaar. Sunday, Nov. 11: 8 a.m. Trinity Worship; 9:30 a.m. Deronda Worship; 11 a.m. Little Falls Worship; 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Little Falls Fall Harvest Dinner. Monday, Nov. 12-Friday, Nov. 16: Pastor Lori at Leading Well Conference. Tuesday, Nov. 13: 9 a.m. Parish Staff Meeting at Trinity, Little Falls Quilting; 7 p.m. Church Councils & NUIC Council at Little Falls. 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 Wednesday, Nov. 7: 6 p.m. FUEL. Sunday, Nov. 11: 9:30 a.m. GIFT; 10:30 a.m. Worship. Tuesday, Nov. 13: 9 a.m. Quilting. 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, Nov. 7: 5-9 p.m. Hi League; 6 p.m. Men in Mission; 6-8 p.m. FUEL @ Our Savior’s - Turkey Trot. Thursday, Nov. 8: 8 a.m. Bible Study; 8:30 a.m. Quilters; 7 p.m. Al Anon. Friday, Nov. 9-Sunday, Nov. 11: Godstock Youth Gathring in Eau Claire. Saturday, Nov. 10: 8 a.m. Car Care. Sunday, Nov. 11: 9 a.m. Worship; 10:15 a.m. Sunday School, Choir. Tuesday, Nov. 13: 7:30 a.m. Women’s Bible Study; 8:30
a.m. Property; 9 a.m.-6 p.m. WIC Clinic; 11 a.m. Church in Society; 6:30 p.m. Worship. FIRST LUTHERAN (LCMC), 811 South Ave. W, Clear Lake www.firstluthclearlake.com Bryan S. Anderson, pastor Wednesday, Nov. 7: 6:15 p.m. 7th and 8th Grade Confirmation; 7:30 p.m. 9th Grade Confirmation. Thursday, Nov. 8: 1 p.m. Joanna Circle at Ridgeview Apartments. Friday, Nov. 9: 4:30 p.m. Wedding Rehearsal. Saturday, Nov. 10: 4:30 p.m. Dylan Anderson/Bailey Sigsworth Wedding. Sunday, Nov. 11: 8:30 a.m. Contemporary Worship; 9:30 a.m. Fellowship; 9:40 a.m. Sunday School; 10 a.m. Traditional Worship; 11 a.m. Fellowship (Dining Room Set-up after Fellowship); 6-8 p.m. Knotty Pine 4-H Meeting; 7 p.m. Choir Practice. Monday, Nov. 12: 9 a.m. Meatball Making; 10 a.m. Staff Meeting; 3 p.m. Service at Golden Age Manor; 6:30 p.m. Church Council. Tuesday, Nov. 13: 9 a.m. Quilting, Pastor at Clergy Meeting. 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. IMMANUEL EV. LUTHERAN (LCMS), 124 E. Church St., Clayton ImmLCLCMS@centurytel.net 715-541-2955 Gregory Becker, pastor Sunday: 9 a.m. Divine Worship.
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Love and Belonging “Two are better than one, because they have a good return for their labor: If either of them falls down, one can help the other up. But pity anyone who falls and has no one to help them up.”
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AREA CHURCHES CONTINUED ... Wednesday: 6:30 p.m. Family Christian Education. IMMANUEL LUTHERAN, 65th Ave., rural Clayton Margaret Grant, pastor Immanuel: 8:30 a.m. Worship. 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 Peper, pastor 715-268-9577 Wednesday, Nov. 7: 6 p.m. JAM at Trinity; 6-8 p.m. FUEL at Our Savior’s - Turkey Trot. Thursday, Nov. 8: 9 a.m. Deronda Quilting, Little Falls WELCA - Pack Lutheran World Relief Kits; Apple River Conference Assembly at Deronda (9 a.m. Coffee, 9:30 a.m. Worship, 10:30 a.m. Dr. Robin Steinke, Noon Lunch). Friday, Nov. 9-Sunday, Nov. 11: Godstock at Metropolis Resort in Eau Claire. Saturday, Nov. 10: 8 a.m. Men in Mission at Little Falls; 10:30 a.m.-6 p.m. West Immanuel Lutefisk Dinner & Bazaar; 9 a.m.-2 p.m. St. Joseph Holiday Bazaar. Sunday, Nov. 11: 8 a.m. Trinity Worship; 9:30 a.m. Deronda Worship; 11 a.m. Little Falls Worship; 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Little Falls Fall Harvest Dinner. Monday, Nov. 12-Friday, Nov. 16: Pastor Lori at Leading Well Conference. Tuesday, Nov. 13: 9 a.m. Parish Staff Meeting at Trinity, Little Falls Quilting; 7 p.m. Church Councils & NUIC Council at Little Falls. 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, Nov. 7: 12 p.m. TableTalkMen; 6:15 p.m. Evening Prayer; 6:30 p.m. #WorshipWednesdays; 7 p.m. Choir Practice. Thursday, Nov. 8: 8:30 a.m. Bible Study; 1:30 p.m. Martha Circle. Sunday, Nov. 11: 9 a.m. Worship with Holy Communion; 10:15 a.m. Sunday School. Tuesday, Nov. 13: 1 p.m. Quilting.
AA meets Sunday, Thursday & Friday at 7 p.m. and Saturday at 10 a.m. PRAIRIEVIEW COVENANT, 1396 210th Ave. (2 miles north of New Richmond on 65) Tim Coyer, pastor www.prairieviewchurch.net Sunday: Sunday School 9 a.m.; Worship 10 a.m., Nursery care available; Coffee/fellowship after worship service. Wednesday: Family Night, Worship/Groups for all ages 6-7:30 p.m. REDEEMER LUTHERAN, 600 S. Keller Ave., Amery Tom Hahn, pastor Wednesday, Nov. 7: 9:30 a.m. Ladies Aid; 1 p.m. Stewardship; 5:30 p.m. Confirmation; 7:15 p.m. Choir Practice. Sunday, Nov. 11: 8:30 a.m. Lay Ministers; 9:30 a.m. Worship, Sunday School; 10:30 a.m. Fellowship; 11 a.m. 1st Communion Class. Tuesday, Nov. 13: 6 p.m. Constitution/Bylaws; 7 p.m. Parish Planning Meeting. 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). 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, Nov. 7: 9 a.m. Mass; Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick after Mass. Thursday, Nov. 8: 10:30 a.m. Communion Service at Golden Age Manor; 6:30 p.m. GriefShare Meeting, Faith Formation Committee Meeting. Friday, Nov. 9: 9 a.m. Communion Service. Saturday, Nov. 10: 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. Holiday Bazaar; 4 p.m. Mass. Sunday, Nov. 11: 10:30 a.m. Mass. Monday, Nov. 12: 12 p.m. Ladies Luncheon at Village Pizzeria; 7 p.m. KC Meeting. Tuesday, Nov. 13: 9 a.m. Communion Service; 6:30 p.m. Surviving the Holidays Seminar. ST. JOHN LUTHERAN, Forest, John Wilman, pastor Wednesday, Nov. 7-Saturday, Nov. 10: Pastor on Vacation. Sunday, Nov. 11: 8 a.m. Worship; 9 a.m. Fellowship. Tuesday, Nov. 13: 1 p.m. Bible Study. ST. PAUL LUTHERAN, Deer Park, John Wilman, pastor Wednesday, Nov. 7-Saturday, Nov. 10: Pastor on Vacation. Sunday, Nov. 11: 8:45 a.m. Sunday School; 9 a.m. Fellowship; 9:30 a.m. Worship; 10:30 a.m. Ladies Meet, Confirmation. Monday, Nov. 12: Pastor Visting Shut-Ins. Tuesday, Nov. 13: Pastor Visiting Shut-Ins; 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 715-7190283 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, Nov. 7: 6 p.m. JAM at Trinity; 6-8 p.m. FUEL at Our Savior’s - Turkey Trot. Thursday, Nov. 8: 9 a.m. Deronda Quilting, Little Falls WELCA - Pack Lutheran World Relief Kits; Apple River
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Conference Assembly at Deronda (9 a.m. Coffee, 9:30 a.m. Worship, 10:30 a.m. Dr. Robin Steinke, Noon Lunch). Friday, Nov. 9-Sunday, Nov. 11: Godstock at Metropolis Resort in Eau Claire. Saturday, Nov. 10: 8 a.m. Men in Mission at Little Falls; 10:30 a.m.-6 p.m. West Immanuel Lutefisk Dinner & Bazaar; 9 a.m.-2 p.m. St. Joseph Holiday Bazaar. Sunday, Nov. 11: 8 a.m. Trinity Worship; 9:30 a.m. Deronda Worship; 11 a.m. Little Falls Worship; 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Little Falls Fall Harvest Dinner. Monday, Nov. 12-Friday, Nov. 16: Pastor Lori at Leading Well Conference. Tuesday, Nov. 13: 9 a.m. Parish Staff Meeting at Trinity, Little Falls Quilting; 7 p.m. Church Councils & NUIC Council at Little Falls. See our website for up-to-date scheduling www.trinitylutheranchurchofamery.com. UNITED COVENANT, 348 5th St. NW, Clear Lake Dan Pearson, pastor Wednesday, Nov. 7: 5:30 p.m. Church Supper; 6 p.m. Kid’s Blast, CREW, Adult Study; 7 p.m. Worship Practice T-2. Saturday, Nov. 10: 7 a.m. Men’s Prayer Breakfast; 9 a.m. Skit Rehearsal. Sunday, Nov. 11: 8:45 a.m. Sunday School, Confirmation. 9:30 a.m. Worship Practice T-2; 10 a.m. Worship Service with Potluck & Congregation Q/A after service; Choir Practice after service. Tuesday, Nov. 13: 8 a.m. Sweet Hour of Prayer; 6:30 p.m. Leadership Team Meeting. 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 Saturday, Nov. 10: 10:30 a.m. - 6:30 p.m. Lutefisk Dinner. 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.
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Kevin Siegert Kevin Robert Siegert of Gallipolis OH., formerly of Amery WI. Passed away unexpectedly on October 31st, 2018. Kevin was born on July 28th, 1962 in Amery WI. to Robert and Patricia (Walsh) Siegert. Growing up Kevin enjjoyed playing Little League B Baseball and working at L Little Falls Mercantile all tthrough High School. Kevin worked at Electroc craft in Amery; when the p plant moved Ohio in 1989, h he accepted a position with tthe company in Gallipolis. In 1991 Kevin was united in marriage to Lori (Holle) Siegert and to this union his only child, Sean Kevin was born. Kevin was always the life of the party and enjoyed being around people. He loved NASCAR and despite his many years in Ohio, he remained a devoted Packers and Badgers fan. His Paternal Grandparents Emil and Anna Siegert; Maternal Grandparents Edward and Bridgette Walsh; as well as his uncle and aunt Richard and Grace Siegert preceded Kevin in death. Kevin leaves behind his son, Sean (Ashley Raabe) Siegert of Cincinnati OH; Sean’s mother Lori Siegert of Vinton OH; parents Robert and Patricia of Amery; sisters Lorraine Siegert of Roberts, Sharon (Steve Block) Lathrop of Amery and Colleen (Bill) Feil of Woodbury MN; four nieces April (Josh) Ziemer of Amery, Kelly Lathrop of Amery, Lisa (Nathen) Jansen of Clear Lake and Courtney Swanson of Minneapolis MN; as well as seven great-nieces and nephews. A Memorial Service for Kevin will take place on Sunday November 11th, 2018 at Cremeens-King Funeral Home, 75 Grape Street Gallipolis Ohio 45631. Visitation will start at 1P.M.; Service at 2P.M. A celebration of Kevin’s life will be held in Wisconsin at later date to be announced.
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Josephine “ Josie” Wagner
Mickie J. Gall (Vobeyda)
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Josephine “ Josie” Wagner age 102, of Amery, Wisconsin formerly of Clayton passed away on Friday, November 2, 2018 at the Golden Age Manor in Amery, Wisconsin. Josie was born in Claytton, Wisconsin on June 22, 11916 to Oscar and Mary ((Johnson) Eckwall. She was c confirmed at the Marsh L Lake Lutheran Church iin Richardson. Josie was tthe first class to graduate ffrom Clayton High School iin 1936. On March 25, 1939 sshe married Bill Wagner in Stillwater, Minnesota. She worked in the John Thomas grocery store in Clayton as well as the Stella Cheese Factory and was the tax assessor for the village of Clayton and they farmed for 43 years. She continued to farm for 7 years after Bill’s death. She was also the church organist for 29 years. She entered the Golden Age Manor in December of 2011. Her stay there was most enjoyable and was well taken care of by the loving staff. Josie is survived by her 5 nieces, Marion (Ken) Carlson, Janice (Dayton) Frederickson, Sandy Frederickson, Beverly (Pat) Hennessy, Kathy Lyons and many great-nieces and great- nephews and friends. She is preceded in death by her husband, Bill; her parents, a brother, Ernest (Ida) Eckwall; a sister, Etta (Evan) Peterson; a half-brother, Henry Eckwall and a nephew, Jerry Eckwall. Funeral Services will be held at 11 AM on Wednesday, November 7, 2018 at the Faith Lutheran Church in Clayton, Wisconsin with Pastor Margaret Grant officiating. Visitation will be held for one hour prior to the service at the church. Interment will take place following the service at the Marsh Lake Cemetery. The family would like to extend a huge Thank you to the staff at the Golden Age Manor for their wonderful care of Josie during her stay there. 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.
Mickie J. Gall (Vobeyda) age 67, of Comstock, Wisconsin formerly of Chetek passed away peacefully at home on October 29, 2018. Mickie was born on October 1, 1951 to Mike and M Melba Vobeyda. Mickie llived life to the fullest. She lloved nature, country living a and her chickens. On June 330, 2012 she was married tto Gary Gall and the two of tthem started a truly loving a and happy life together. Eve eryone that knew them had n never seen them happier tthan when they were together. She was known to have a vibrant personality. In her free time she loved to sing and play her guitar. Mickie is survived by her loving husband, Gary; 2 sisters, Diane (Bob)Allison and Cindy Vobeyda; her children, Dylan (Lynne) Matsch, Nichelle (William) Witt; step-children, Gary Gall Jr. and Shilo Gall as well as her grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her parents, a sister, Betty Ritchie. A Celebration of Life will be held at 1 – 3 PM on Saturday, November 10, 2018 at the Caddy Shack Bar and Grill, 1017 25-25 ¼ Street Chetek, Wisconsin 54728. All are welcome to end and celebrate her life. 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.
Daniel Lewis Lien, age 73, died Monday, October 29, 2018, at his home in Amery, Wisconsin. Daniel was the son of Daryl and Lois Lien and grew up just about across the street from Amery High School w where his father was Superi intendent. The coincidence m have influenced him to may b become a teacher. At Amery H High School, Dan met M Margaret (Margee) Frank f from Deer Park, and just this s summer in June 2018, they h happily celebrated their 50th w wedding anniversary. Dan attended St. Olaf College in Northfield, Minnesota, and graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in history. After Dan & Margee were married, they lived in Osceola, Wisconsin, where Margee taught English and Dan taught history in Somerset, Wisconsin, and later in Stillwater, Minnesota. They worked hard and saved their money to fulfill their mutual dream of traveling Europe. In 1973, they were able to take a sabbatical from their jobs and spent a year traveling, seeing the sights of London and then Spain and France, finally living in Montpelier, France where they attended language school. They also visited the Shetland Islands off the coast of Scotland, where Margee’s grandparents immigrated from. Before Dan and Margee returned home to resume teaching before their first son, Andrew, was born in 1976. In 1978, Dan was chosen to be one of 100 secondary teachers in the nation selected to trade teaching assignments with British teachers for the school year through the Fullbright Scholar Exchange. In this program Dan could bring his family and live and teach in Portsmouth, England. Dan, along with other visiting teachers was honored to have the opportunity to meet Queen Elizabeth. The highlight of the year, however, was the birth of their second son, Peter. Daniel taught history for 13 years before he began his career in banking. In 1982 he began working at Bremer Bank and in 1994, Dan became president and marketing manager of Amery Bremer Bank until he retired in 2001. Upon retiring, he was awarded the Bremer Legacy Award recognizing his contributions to the bank and the Amery Community. Daniel was an active participant in the Amery Community. He loved his city and was committed to its betterment and growth. He was a 10 year member of the City Council, president of the Amery Community Club, a founding member of the Amery Area Community Foundation and director of the Amery Area United Way for twenty years and a founding member of the St. Croix Valley Community Foundation. In 1993, Dan was honored to become a member of the Board of Directors of the Amery Regional Medical Center. He received the Wisconsin Hospital Association’s Trustee of the year award in 2018. He also served as president of the Amery Cemetery Board. In their retirement years, Dan & Margee enjoyed traveling and camping and just being together. Dan loved his six grandchildren and they loved his teasing and jokes. Through the years, he fined his cooking skills and made many wonderful meals for Margee, his family and friends. Dan loved people and easily made friends wherever he went. Above all, Dan was kind, compassionate and endless fun. He will be deeply missed by his family and by many in the community. Dan is survived by his wife of 50 years, Margaret Frank, his sister, Mary (Forrest) Broderius: their daughter, Katherine (Jonathan) Norrie; son, Andrew (Angela) Lien, a son, Peter (Amanda) Lien; Grandsons, Tierney Lien, Salvatore Lien and Kabriel Foster; granddaughters, Isabella Lien, Clementine Lien, Nora Lien; sister-in-law, Lona Jean (Frank) DeLong. He was preceded in death by his parents, Daryl and Lois Lien; and a brother-in-law, Bruce DeLong. Visitation for family and friends will be held on Sunday, November 11, 2018 from 2 – 6 PM. A remembrance service for family and friends will be held on Monday, November 12, 2018 at 2 PM. In lieu of flowers memorials can be directed to the charity of your choice. 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.
Nora Marion Brihn Nora Marion Brihn of Centuria, WI passed away Monday, November 5, 2018 with her family at her side. She was born in Centuria, the daughter if Myrvin and Marion Hoey. Nora earned a degree in n nursing from the College of S St. Catherine’s in St. Paul. S She participated in the U United States Cadet Nurse C Corps. She had a long carreer in nursing and retired ffrom the St. Croix Regional M Medical Center. She enjoyed cross counttry skiing, traveling, bird watching, quilting and spending time with her family and friends. Nora leaves to celebrate her memory: children, Jane Street, Tom (Kathy) Poirier, Mary (Stuart) Bibeau, Julie Poirier, Laurie (Dana) Whitehead, Myrvin Poirier and Lisa Brihn (Matthew), many grandchildren and great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews and other family and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, Myrvin and Marion Hoey, siblings, Joan, Carol, Maryldeane and a son-in-law, Bill Street. Private family services will be held. In lieu of flowers, memorials preferred to the Animal Society of choice by the gifter. The Kolstad Family Funeral Home of Centuria has been entrusted with arrangements.
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Diana Carpenter Diana Carpenter, age 69 of Clayton died on Saturday, November 3, 2018 at her home in Clayton. Funeral arrangements are being made with the Williamson-White Funeral Home and Cremation Services in Amery. www.williamsonwhite.com.
Ann Marie Pratt Cain Ann Marie Pratt Cain passed away on Saturday, November 3, 2018 at the age of 65. Ann was born in Stuttgart, Germany on March 12, 11953. She was the first child o of two born to Richard and A Arlys (Buck) Pratt. At a y young age the family moved tto the Alexandria/Glenw wood area and later moved tto Minneapolis. Ann was preceded in d death by her husband of 45 y years, Dallas Cain, Sr. She is survived by her sson, Dallas Carlyle (Christtina) Cain Jr.; daughters, K Kimberly (Isaias) Covarrubias and Sonja (Ryan) Sayler; seven grandchildren and a brother, Richard Pratt. Funeral services will take place at Noon on Saturday, November 10, 2018 at Woodcrest Baptist Church, 6875 University Avenue, Fridley, MN, with Pastor Mark Poorman Sr. officiating. A visitation will be held 1 hour prior to services at the church on Saturday. A graveside service will be held at 2:00 pm on Friday, November 9, 2018 at the East Lincoln Cemetery with Pastor Paul Taylor officiating. Pallbearers are, Dallas Cain Jr., Ryan Sayler, Isaias Covarrubias, Kevin Covarrubias, Junior Covarrubias and Aurelio Covarrubias. To sign an online guest book and view a video tribute visit www.williamsonwhite.com. Arrangements were made with the Williamson-White Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Amery.
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Michelle “Mickey” J. McCarty Michelle “Mickey” J. McCarty, age 52, of Amery died on Monday, November 5, 2018 at her home in Amery. Memorial services will be at 2 p.m. on Saturday, November 10, 2018 from Williamson-White Funeral Home in Amery. Burial will be at the Balsam Lutheran Cemetery in Amery, WI at a later date. Visitation for Mickey McCarty will be 1 hour prior to services at the funeral home. For further information and to sign on line guest book, please visit www.williamsonwhite.com. Arrangements are being made with the Williamson-White Funeral Home and Cremation Services in Amery.
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This recipe makes a good tasting muffin for anytime even though it is named Breakfast Muffins. Recipe makes a dozen muffins.
BREAKFAST MUFFINS Combine and mix: 1/3 c. butter, softened 1/2 c. sugar 1 egg Combine and add, alternating with 1/2 c. milk: 1-1/2 c. flour 1/2 tsp. baking powder 1 tsp. salt 1/4 tsp. nutmeg Fill 12 muffin cups greased/sprayed or lined with paper cupcake papers. Bake at 350˚ for 25-30 minutes or until done (toothpick test). Melt 1/2 c. butter. Combine in dish: 1/2 c. sugar 1 tsp. cinnamon Let stand in muffin tins for 10 minutes on wire rack. Remove each muffin and dip into the melted butter and roll top in the cinnamon/sugar mixture. Serve warm. This makes a good open-faced sandwich . Begin with your favorite buns or bread.
HAMBURGER SPREADING Sauté in skillet: 6 slices chopped bacon 1 small onion, chopped Add and brown, then drain off fat: 1 pound ground beef Add and combine: 1 can (10-3/4 oz.) tomato soup Remove from heat, cool a bit and add: 1 cup. Cubed Velveeta cheese Refrigerate or use right away. Spread on top of your bun or bread and bake at 350˚ for 15-20 minutes or until hot. Fills about 16-20 buns. Hint: If you wish, refrigerate some or freeze for a later time.
SIMPLE APPLE CRISP Put into a large bowl and toss to coat: 8 large apples, cored, peeled and sliced 1 c. sugar 1 T. flour 1 tsp vanilla Put apples into a 9x13” glass baking pan. Combine and sprinkle over the apples: 3/4 c. quick-cooking oats 3/4 c. brown sugar 1/4 c. butter, melted Bake, uncovered, at 375˚ for about 35-40 minutes or until apples are tender. Serves 8-12. Serve with a scoop of ice cream or dollop of whipped cream/topping. This tasty apple cake begins with a yellow cake mix.
APPLE CAKE Combine until crumbly and put into a 9x13” baking pan: 1 yellow cake mix - 2 layer size 1/2 c. butter, softened Pat lightly to flatten in pan. Bake at 350˚ for 10 minutes. Remove from oven. Sprinkle on top: 2-1/2 c. chopped peeled and cored apples Combine and drizzle over the apples: 1/2 c. honey 1 tsp. cinnamon 1 c. sour cream 2 eggs Bake another 25-30 minutes at 350˚ or until light brown. Do not over-bake. Serve warm with dollop of whipped cream/topping or a scoop of ice cream.
Brown on both sides for about 10 minutes: 1 T. olive oil 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts halves Add and combine: 1/2 c. milk 1 can (10-3/4 oz.) cream of mushroom soup (or cream of celery) Cover and simmer until chicken is tender, about 12 minutes. Serve over rice (about 4 cups cooked). Serves 3-4.
For the First Polk & Burnett County Dementia Coalition Meeting: Location: Polk County Government Center, East Conference Room (2nd floor) Date: November 20th, 2018 Time: 10:30am We are excited to announce the formation of the Polk & Burnett County Dementia Coalition. Through this collation we hope to bring community members and leaders, caregivers, and professionals together to join forces to create dementia aware, friendly and safe communities throughout Polk and Burnett Counties. This coalition is open to ALL who would like to take part in these efforts!
Tips: If using butter and the recipe reads to cut in butter, take some frozen butter and grate it into fine pieces, then combine with the ingredients called for. If you’re making a torte, cut cake layers with dental floss instead of a knife. Microwave garlic cloves for 15 seconds and the skins slip right off.
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If you’d like to make your own tater tots, this recipe might be for you. The recipe can easily be doubled or tripled if you wish.
HOMEMADE TATER TOTS Combine: 2 c. mashed potatoes 1 egg 1/4 c. flour Shape into tater tot shapes. Roll each tot into Panko bread crumbs. Fry in hot veg. oil until golden brown. Hint: You could add 1 c. shredded mozzarella cheese to the potato mixture if you wish. If you have apples, make apple crisp.
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5 things that will make you want to wash your hands right now We all know washing our hands is important, but have you ever wondered if you’re doing it right? Or if others are doing it at all? BY: LYNN GAFFNEY, RN INFECTION PREVENTION COORDINATOR, AMERY HOSPITAL & CLINIC
We’ve been washing our hands since we were kids, but do we “really” wash our hands? Did you know proper hand hygiene includes the use of friction with soap and water on the palms of the hands, back of hands, between fingers and thumbs for at least 20 seconds? Every year, I discuss the importance of handwashing at the third grade health fair. It’s one of my favorite activities! We educate students about the important times to wash hands: after using the bathroom, after petting or caring for pets, before Health eating and when hands are soiled. We Matters talk about where germs hide and that we can reduce germs by cleaning our Lynn Gaffney toys, remote controls and electronic RN Infection Prevention devices. We also demonstrate what Coordinator good handwashing looks like by using GlitterBug hand lotion and a black light. Students apply the special lotion and look at their hands under the black light. This technique makes their germs visible. After the students wash their
GROANER In front of a hospital, a car suddenly screeched to a halt. An excited young man jumped out, took the steps three at a time and ran through the door. “What’s the trouble, sir?” a nurse asked. “My wife is going to have a baby,” he replied. “Well, bring her in!” “Oh, she’s not due for another month. I’m timing myself to see how fast I can get here. I’ve shaved off three minutes just this week.”
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Every Good Concern Counts Actually where am I now Lord today Think years gone by done much for folks Yes parents neighbors did good for I do say Pitched in best of ways of my strength. Liked to see many a happy going face If short on funds pay me next week Lots of changes over 65 years a different race Where did time go and all signs given. Truth is every good concern counts so well You do appreciate nice things being told In your heart you memorize where you dwell Inside a town city or of the country side. You aim for doing good things all around Still you believe in you and Lord too Making your days of life worthy and sound Then thee Lord will say son you do your best. In all ability directions and test ‘o’ be goal As heaven awaits hear other words of a golden soul. By Al Tosland • October 11, 2018
Are you prepared for traveling this Holiday Season? BALSAM LAKE, WI–During the holiday season there is increased travel. With more travel and potentially dangerous roads, you could find yourself in a road emergency. Polk County Health Department wants to take this time to help you be prepared. There are many steps you can take to help prepare yourself and those traveling with you. • Check the forecast and road conditions before your leave. Be sure to check the forecast and road conditions along your travel route. If the weather forecast is bad, only travel if absolutely necessary. • Keep an emergency supply kit in your car including a blanket, water and snacks. • Have your car inspected. • When not in use keep your gas tank full. • Install good winter tires. • Keep the following supplies in your car: • Jumper cables • Flares or reflective triangle • Ice scraper • Car cell phone charger • Cat litter or sand for better tire traction To find out more about car safety and what you should put in your car kit visit: www.ready.gov/car
Election’s Duration We wake up to the late election news, resolving to take in the next debate, from excess exposure sing the blues, but interested even in this jaded state; As more of ‘dis’ and negative are heard, reluctance grows, as faults seen on both sides, but we’ll get out and vote, put in our word; though attitude of Murphy’s law presides. Best efforts of the major candidates, it’s hoped, will show us remedy and way. to care for citizens concerns of state . or win support by clever repartee? Exciting the development we took part, when we could cast our vote at age eighteen. To think the issues of our mind and heart would hold a valid place in civil scene. I’m here again, a weary citizen, worn down by pros and cons of the campaign. I’m tired of it all, but then again, it’ sure beats anarchy or tyrant’s reign. Carol Morfitt Welch November 2018 © a poet laureate of Amery, Wisconsin
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www.theameryfreepress.com SELF HELP GROUPS Advance Directive Workshop. Who would make your healthcare decisions in the event you are unable to? How would this person know what decisions you would want made? Learn more about Advance Directives and how to complete them. Free Advance Directive Workshop will be held the first Wednesday of the month from 10-11 a.m. Wisconsin and Minnesota Advance Directives will be available. Call St. Croix Regional Medical Education Services at 715-483-0431 or 800-642-1336 ext. 2431 to register. Alanon/Alateen (for family and friends of alcoholics) meets Thursday nights 7-8 p.m. at First Lutheran church, Amery. 715-268-8362. Alcoholics Anonymous meets every Monday 7 p.m., Wednesday 10 a.m., Thursday 7 p.m., Friday 7 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m., Sunday 7 p.m. at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, 217 Deronda St., Amery. 715-781-4380 Jason. Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) Tuesdays 7 p.m. at Clear Lake Community Center, VFW Room 123. Richard 715-554-7277, Teresa 612-636-3244. Alcoholics Anonymous meets Thursdays 10 a.m. at Parkview Methodist church, Turtle Lake. Contact Mike 715-986-2457. Alzheimer’s Support Group. First Wednesday of the month 10 a.m. at Amery Senior Center. Last Tuesday of month 1 p.m. at Good Sam Nursing Home. Sharlene Bellefaille 715-635-6601. Baby & Me. Weekly play and discussion hour for parents and their infants (birth to 12 months). Wednesdays 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Amery Hospital & Clinic, BirthDay Suites Waiting Room. Join at any time. No charge. The Baby Bistro: Breastfeeding Support Group. This free support group encourages, helps and supports women before, during and after breastfeeding. Led by a certified breastfeeding counselor, who is also a registered nurse and a mother of four, attendees learn from, share with, and support other mothers who are breastfeeding. Pregnant women who are considering breastfeeding are strongly encouraged to attend. Every Wednesday from 9 to 10:30 a.m. at Amery Hospital & Clinic, Boardroom, 2nd floor. No fee, no registration required, just stop by. Breast Feeding Support Group. All nursing mothers and babies are invited to participate. Group meets the second Thursday of the month from 10-11:30 a.m. and the fourth Thursday of the month from 6:30-8 p.m. at St. Croix Regional Medical Center. An International Board Certified Lactation Consultant will facilitate the group. Call 715-483-0431 or 800-642-1336 ext. 2431.
No charge. C.H.A.D.D. (Children with Attention Deficit Disorder). Parent support group meets the fourth Monday of each month at Firstar Bank board room, Cumberland, 7 p.m. For info. call Pat Skinner at 715-822-8422 and leave message. Cancer, Grief & Depression Support Group. A support group to allow people to talk about their experiences with cancer, grief and depression as well as share mutual support to one another. Second Tuesday of every month at Amery Area Community Center at 1 p.m. You can join at any time and it is free and open to the public. Cancer Support Group meets the second Tuesday of the month at the Amery Public Lbrary at 6 p.m. Caregiver Support Group meets the third Tuesday of every month from 2-3:30 p.m. at the Peace Lutheran Church in Dresser. Contact Barb at ADRC of NW WI at 877-485-2372 for more information. Compassionate Friends, Tri- County Chapter meets the first Monday of each month at 7 p.m. First Lutheran church, Clear Lake. This group offers support and understanding to families who are grieving the death of a child of any age, from any cause. For more information call 715-263-2739 Domestic Violence (DV) and Sexual Assault (SA) Support Groups and Services. Polk County - domestic violence (DV), sexual assault (SA) and the children’s group are every Monday (DV) and Tuesday (SA) beginning at 6 p.m. Call CRA to find out more info and for the location. Burnett County call CRA for info (the day and time will be changing). For more information call CRA 715-825-4414 or the 24 hour crisis line 1-800-261-7233. All groups and services are free of charge. Early Stage Alzheimer Support Group. For the diagnosed person and their caregiver. Challenges in early-stage dementia will be discussed, along with therapeutic benefits of family involvement. Sponsored in part by the American Alzheimer’s Association. Meetings are free of charge and open to the public, held at the Amery Centennial Hall the first Wednesday of each month at 10 a.m. Call 715-268-6605 to register. Epilepsy Foundation of Western Wisconsin. Call 1-800-924-2105. Family Child Care Professonals Network. Meets the third Thursday of each month. Contact Beth Neely at 715-483-1482 for more information. All family child care providers are welcome. Farm Crisis. Information on financial, mental health,
legal, job retraining resources. Call 1-800-942-2474. Golden Age Manor Family Council meets the first Saturday of the month at 10 a.m. in the east wing sunporch. GAM is Polk County’s longest operating longterm healthcare facility. The Family Council’s goal is to enhance the lives of the residents beyond what the staff normally does. Grief Share. Have you lost someone close? Grief Share is a Christian based, non-denominational seminar/support group program that will be meeting at Centennial Hall in Amery every Monday at 1 p.m. For information call Bruce 715-268-2176 or 715-268-8360. GriefShare, a non-denominational special help seminar and support group for people experiencing the loss of a loved one is being held at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Amery on Thursdays from 6:30 to 8 p.m. The church is located at 1050 Keller Ave. N. GriefShare features nationally recognized experts on grief recovery topics. Seminar sessions include “Is This Normal?” “The Challenges of Grief,” “Grief and Your Relationships,” “Why?” and “Guilt and Anger.” For more information call St. Joseph Catholic church at 715-268-7717. Head Injury Support Group. Closed head injury, stroke, aneurism or traumatic brain injury which affects your daily living? Learn to cope with your disabilities, provide insight and camaraderie. Second Friday of each month 2-3:30 p.m. Frederic Public Library. Contact Julie Martin 715-327-4474. Moms in Prayer International. •Two or more women who meet regularly to pray for their children, their schools, their teachers and administrators. •Mothers, grandmothers or anyone who is willing to pray for a specific child and school. •We meet at the Journey Church, 131 Broadway St., Amery, Mondays from 1:302:30 p.m. Contact Jen at 715-268-2223 with questions. (only meets during the school year.) MOPS and MOMsnext (Mothers of Preschoolers) is a group for moms and their kids. Every mom who is pregnant or has a childat home is welcome, accepted, and challenged to meet her potential. Better moms make a better world! For more info go to clmops@hotmail.com. PEPTalk - P(arents)E(ncouraging)P(arents)... exists to encourage, support, and build up a community of homeschool families in Polk County, Wisconsin. We welcome all types of homeschooling families to check us out! PEPTalk activities happen throughout the month. For more information contact Jenn Dueholm, jenndueholm@yahoo.com or Wendy Dietrich, thedietrichs@amerytel.net. Like us on Facebook under
PEPTalk. Polk County Parent-To-Parent Coaliton, a network for parents of children from birth through adulthood who have disabilities or other special needs. For more information about meetings and advocacy support, contact Lynne 715-472-2002. PREGNANT. Need help? Our tests and help are free and confidential. 715-755-BABY (2229). Osceola Life Care Center. Student Assistance Program is for students in the Amery school district who may be having personal or family problems. Strict confidentiality is followed except in cases of danger to self or others. Call 715-2680303 for middle school S.A.P. members or 715-2680214 for high school S.A.P. members. TEENS—Talk before you run. Trained counselors will listen. 1-800-491-8336 or 715-235-8882. TEENCARE. Where teens get help fast. 1-800-4918336. TOPS Club meets Tuesdays 3:30-5 p.m. at the Balsam Lake Municipal Building (under the water tower), Balsam Lake. Contact Sheila 715-857-5892 or just come to a meeting. TOP’s mission is to support our members as they take off and keep off pounds sensibly. Tutors: Free tutors are available to anyone who would like help studying for GED, English as a Second Language (ESL), or with basic skills in reading or math. Call 715-405-7323 to be matched with a local tutor. Weight Loss Club meets Thursdays 8-9 a.m. Our Savior’s Lutheran church, 217 Deronda St., Amery. Bonnie Timm 715-268-2980. Western Wisconsin LYME Education and Support Group meets: fourth Thursday of the month (April through October) at 7 p.m. at Our Savior’s Lutheran church, 217 Deronda St., Amery. (No meetings November through March). Meetings are free of charge and open to the public. For info call Ann 715-268-2856, Paula 715-268-2035, Bonnie 715-268-9557, Sue 715268-6687. Women’s Spiritual Growth Group meets each Thursday from 7-8 p.m. at 931 Pine St., St. Croix Falls. Yoga for Addition Recovery Y12SR is a 12 step based discussion and yoga practice that is open to anyone and everyone dealing with their own addictive behavior or affected by the addictive behavior of others. All A's are welcome. Old Chapel, Lake Wapogasset Lutheran Bible Camp, 7 p.m., Tuesdays
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AMERY SCHOOLS Wednesday, Nov. 7— Breakfast in all buildings: Breakfast Egg Wrap, Yogurt Parfait, Cereal, Goldfish Graham, Pear Slices. Lien Elementary lunch: Walking Tacos, Refried Beans, Pineapple Chunks, Garden Bar, Fresh Fruit, Ham & Cheese Sandwich. Intermediate lunch: Walking Tacos, Chicken Fajitas, Refried Beans, Pineapple Chunks, Garden Bar, Fresh Fruit, Ham & Cheese Sandwich, Chef Salad. Middle school lunch: Walking Tacos, Chicken Fajitas, Refried Beans, Garden Bar, Fresh Fruit, Pineapple Chunks, Ham & Cheese Sandwich. High school lunch: Walking Tacos, Chicken Fajitas, Refried Beans, Cilantro Lime Rice, Pineapple Chunks, Garden Bar, Fresh Fruit, Peanut Butter & Grape Jelly Sandwich, Yogurt Lunch, Crispy Chicken Salad. Thursday, Nov. 8— Breakfast in all buildings: Bacon Egg Scramble, Assorted Bread, Cereal, String Cheese, Pineapple Chunks. Lien Elementary lunch: Chicken Patty on a Bun, Sweet Potato Waffle Fries, Peaches, Garden Bar, Fresh Fruit, Yogurt Lunch. Intermediate lunch: Chicken Patty on a Bun, Build Your Own Sub, Sweet Potato Waffle Fries, Peaches, Garden Bar, Fresh Fruit, Yogurt Lunch, Chef Salad. Middle school lunch: Chicken Patty on a Bun, Build Your Own Sub, Sweet Potato Waffle Fries, Peaches, Garden Bar, Fresh Fruit, Yogurt Lunch. High school lunch: Chicken Patty on a Bun, Build Your Own Sub, Sweet Potato Fries, Peaches, Garden Bar, Fresh Fruit, Peanut Butter & Grape Jelly Sandwich, Yogurt Lunch, Crispy Chicken Salad. Friday, Nov. 9— Breakfast in all buildings: Mini Pancakes, Warrior Sandwich, Cereal, Goldfish Graham, Peaches. Lien Elementary lunch: Pizza, Green
Beans, Mixed Fruit, Garden Bar, Fresh Fruit, Vanilla Frozen Yogurt, Ham & Cheese Sandwich. Intermediate lunch: Pizza, Grilled Chicken Sandwich, Green Beans, Mixed Fruit, Garden Bar, Fresh Fruit, Vanilla Frozen Yogurt, Ham & Cheese Sandwich, Chef Salad. Middle school lunch: Pepperoni Pizza, Cheese Pizza, Grilled Chicken Sandwich, Green Beans, Mixed Fruit, Fresh Fruit, Garden Bar, Vanilla Frozen Yogurt, Ham & Cheese Sandwich. High school lunch: Cheese Pizza, Pepperoni Pizza, Grilled Chicken Sandwich, Green Beans, Mixed Fruit, Garden Bar, Fresh Fruit, Peanutt Butter & Grape Jelly Sandwich, Yogurt Lunch, Crispy Chicken Salad, Vanilla Frozen Yogurt. Monday, Nov. 12–– Breakfast in all buildings: Yogurt, Muffin, Breakfast Pizza, Cereal, Golfish Graham. Lien Elementary lunch: French Toast, Cheese Omelet, Tri-Tator, Warm Cinnamon Apples, Garden Bar, Fresh Fruit, Tuna Sandwich. Intermediate lunch: French Toast, Cheese Omelet, Pork Carnita Sandwich, Tri-Tator, Warm Cinnamon Apples, Garden Bar, Fresh Fruit, Tuna Sandwich, Chef Salad. Middle school lunch: French Toast, Cheese Omelet, Pork Carnita Sandwich, Tri-Tator, Warm Cinnamon Apples, Garden Bar, Fresh Fruit, Tuna Sandwich. High school lunch: French Toast, Cheese Omelet, Pork Carnita Sandwich, Tri-Tator, Warm Cinnamon Apples, Garden Bar, Fresh Fruit, Peanut Butter & Grape Jelly Sandwich, Yogurt Lunch, Chicken Caesar Salad. Tuesday, Nov. 13— Breakfast in all buildings: Mini Donuts & Hard Boiled Egg, Lumberjack, Cereal, String Cheese, Mandarin Oranges. Lien Elementary lunch: Popcorn Chicken, Mashed Potatoes, Gravy,
Corn, Pears, Garden Bar, Fresh Fruit, Yogurt Lunch. Intermediate lunch: Popcorn Chicken, Mashed Potatoes, Gravy, Corn, Pears, Garden Bar, Fresh Fruit, Yogurt Lunch, Chef Salad. Middle school lunch: Popcorn Chicken, Mashed Potatoes, Gravy, Bread Slice, Corn, Pear Slices, Fresh Fruit, Garden Bar, Yogurt Lunch. High school lunch: Popcorn Chicken, Bread Slice, Mashed Potatoes, Gravy, Corn, Pear Slices, Garden Bar, Fresh Fruit, Peanut Butter & Grape Jelly Sandwich, Yogurt Lunch, Chicken Caesar Salad.
CLEAR LAKE SCHOOLS Wednesday, Nov. 7— Elementary breakfast: Breakfast Cereal Or French Toast Sticks, Cheese Omelet, Fruit Juice, Fruit, Milk Choice. Elementary lunch: Pizza Casserole and Breadstick Or Peanut Butter Sandwich, Garden Salad Bar, Sliced Peaches, Milk Choice. High school breakfast: Cereal, Cheese Stick, Pop Tart, Cereal Bar, Muffin, Ham & Cheese Sandwich*. High school lunch: Pizza Casserole Or Crispy Chicken Salad, Breadstick, Apples, Steamed Corn, Milk, Vegetables With Dip, Pears, Frozen Yogurt. Thursday, Nov. 8— Elementary breakfast: Breakfast Cereal Or Little John Donut, Yogurt or Yogurt Parfait, Fruit Juice, Fruit, Milk Choice. Elementary lunch: Sloppy Joe Or Grilled Chicken on a Bun, Tator Tots, Baked Beans, Mandarin Oranges, Milk Choice. High school breakfast: Cereal, Cheese Omelet, Muffin, French Toast Sticks, Oatmeal Bar, Nutri Grain Bar. High school lunch: Sloppy Joe Or Grilled Chicken on a Bun, Curly Fries, Baked Beans, Pineapple, Juice, Milk Choice.
Friday, Nov. 9— Elementary breakfast: Breakfast Cereal Or Oatmeal, Chocolate Chip “UBR”, Fruit Juice, Fruit, Milk Choice. Elementary lunch: “Brunch Lunch”, Cheese Omelet, Sausage Links, Dragon Punch, Hash brown, Muffin, Fruit Milk Choice. High school breakfast: Cereal, Yogurt, “Gripz” Graham Crackers, Donut Holes, Cereal Bar, Sausage Links. High school lunch: Mini Corn Dogs Or Chef Salad, Macaroni & Cheese, Steamed Broccoli, Milk, Carrots With Dip, Grapes, Strawberries. Monday, Nov. 12— Elementary breakfast: Breakfast Cereal Or Donut Holes, Sausage Links, Fruit Juice, Fruit, Milk Choice. Elementary lunch: Cheese Quesadilla Or Taco in a Bag, Fixings, Refried Beans, Mandarin Oranges, Slushie Fruit Cup, Milk Choice. High school breakfast: Cereal, Oatmeal Bar, Sausage Links, Nutri Grain Bar, Chocolate Chip “UBR”, Cereal Bar, Cheese Stick. High school lunch: Deluxe Nachos Or Quesadilla, Fixings, Refried Beans, Pineapple Tidbits, “Jonny Pop” Fruit Bar, Juice, Milk Choice. Tuesday, Nov. 13— Elementary breakfast: Breakfast Cereal & Graham Crackers Or Pancake Sausage Stick With Syrup, 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, Yogurt, Scrambled Eggs, Muffin, Little John Donut, Scooby Bone Crackers. High school lunch: Toasted Cheese Sandwich Or PB & J “Uncrustable” Or Oriental Chicken Salad, Tomato Soup, Crackers, Vegetables/Dip, Strawberries, Mandarin Oranges, Milk.
“Surviving the Holidays” seminar A GriefShare Surviving the Holidays seminar, held Tuesday, November 13 at St. Joseph Catholic Church, 1050 Keller Ave N, Amery, WI from 6:30 to 8 p.m., offers practical, actionable strategies for making it through the holiday season. At this two-hour seminar, you’ll view a video featuring advice from people in grief who’ve faced the holidays after their loss. You’ll hear insights from respected Christian counselors, pastors, and psychologists. You’ll receive a Holiday Survival
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Health and our economy There is a strong link between the physical health of a community’s population and its economic health. This link has been studied frequently at a macro level involving countries and continents, but it is often overlooked at the local level. Local businesses, however, are recognizing the importance of healthy workers and their families because it matters in terms of productivity and the potential pool of both employees and customers. Employees who are sick cannot come to work or, if they do report to their jobs, are less productive and might risk spreading a sickness. Further, if adequate care is not provided for things like pregnancy, injury, mental health, and disease then more time, money, and energy is spent away from the workplace. Businesses are left with lower productivity and the employees may lose earnings that support their families. The downstream effect is that people who are unable to work due to illness, injury, or health conditions are less able to live a robust life and enjoy the many opportunities here in western Wisconsin. They will also be less likely to have disposable income or even enough money to pay common bills such as housing and food. There are many ways to increase the health of our communities and, in turn, assist the local economy. For example, initiatives aimed at reducing smoking, drinking, drug use, and stress are helpful in keeping people healthy and able to work. Increasing exercise, improving dietary habits, and better education about health care are also influential factors related to the overall health of a region. Having access to quality care is also critical. We are fortunate in Polk County to have impressive hospitals in Amery, Osceola, and St. Croix Falls… not to mention various clinics throughout the county. Proximity can be a key factor in whether or not people seek care. Hence, it is beneficial to us all to keep our medical facilities and healthcare professionals close to home. They provide valuable care and services while also providing jobs, talent, and resources that benefit all of us in Polk County. Any potential resident, whether a business or individual, will consider the availability of quality healthcare in their decision. The old saying that goes, “I may not be wealthy, but at least I have my health,” rings true for many of us. The thing to remember is that if we achieve and maintain excellent health, we have a better chance to also achieve better wealth. The Polk County Economic Development Corporation is a public-private organization that was created to encourage and promote economic development and capital investment, create and retain quality jobs, enhance the tax base and facilitate positive sustainable growth throughout Polk County, Wisconsin
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FCCLA at Wisconsin Leadership Academy Amery FCCLA (Family Community Leaders of America) students attended the Wisconsin Leadership Academy held at UWStout. Students and advisers attended various breakout sessions learning about what FCCLA has to offer, STAR (Students Taking Action with Recognition) events, financial fitness, regional representative training and much more.
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“The Importance of Being Earnest” Clear Lake High School Drama Club will be presenting "The Importance of Being Ernest" this weekend at Amery Classic Theater, downtown Amery. Showtimes are November 9th at 7:00 pm, November 10th at 7:00 pm, and November 11th at 2:00pm. Tickets are $5 for adults and $3 for students. Pictured is the cast and crew. Back row: Jalyn Badhorse, Vivian Tulgren, Molly Petersen, Lydia Mara, Peyton Lillie, Alix Logan, Kiley Mott, Mackenzie Ward, Hannah Monson. Front Row: Ellen Paatalo, Shane Larson, Kate Petersen, Sam Kelly, Kennedi Brenne, Taylor Atkins, Westan Iverson. Missing from the picture are: Abby Warner, Elizabeth Larson, Bailey Robl, Brittany Avery and Jazzy Christiansen.
MASSAGE Starting Sept. 21st through December 9th Flu Clinic Hours: 9 AM to Noon All Flu Clinics will be held at the Polk County Health Department located on the first level of the Government Center in Balsam Lake, WI Flu shots are covered by Medicare, BadgerCare and most insurance plans. Be sure to bring your insurance card. Cost of vaccine is $35. For more information please check our website at www.polkcountyhealthdept.org or call the Health Department at 715- 485-8500
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AMERY COMMUNITY CENTER November is here! Wow where did the fall go? With winter coming we wanted to let you know that if Amery Schools call off school we will be closed that day as well, if they call a two hour delay we will be open as usual. Our bathroom remodel start on November 7th, what does this mean for you? We need to share a bathroom during this time and figure out a clever way to let others know that it is occupied. The first part of the month we will be sharing the Men’s restroom from November 7-14, and then we will share the Women’s from November 19-28. We will have a sign outside the restroom that will say occupied when the restroom is in use, and please remember to knock first, just in case! 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. We have some amazing events coming up next month be sure to like us on Facebook or stop in to see what activities we have each day. • Tables are filling up fast for our annual Holiday Bazaar, it will be held on 17th of November! Call Jen at 715-268-6605 or email • aaccjen@outlook.com for more information. • We will have a fundraiser starting on the 17th of November at the Bazaar. Necklaces and bracelets made by women in Uganda, 40% of the profits will go to support our center and the rest is given back to these women so they can create a better life for themselves and their families. • Our Silent Auction also will be starting up on the 17th through December 14th. We have some great items, stop in and check them out and get all your holiday shopping done in one spot! • 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 not-for-profit organizations to help with the perfect meeting place. • 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 & 7am3pm 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, sympathy cards, toilet paper, paper towels, cleaning supplies, and coffee. We also take rummage sale items all year long. • Tuesday pool winners: October 30th were Mary Fisher in first, Gary Snelling in second, Carl Johnson placed third, and Les Peterson taking the consolation prize. • Thursday pool player winners on November 1st were Gary Snelling in first Mary Fisher in second Sue Albright in third, Jerry Fisher in fourth and Les Peterson took the consolation prize. • Wii bowling winners on October 30th were Carl Johnson in first, Orville Lundgren took second, Mary Fisher with third, and Dave H. Olson with the consolation prize. • Bridge winners on Monday October 30th were Barb Harris in first and Carlene Swenson in second. • Bridge winners on Wednesday, October 24th were Judy Strobush in first, Sydney Lund in second and Sue Saarem took third. Congratulations to all! Amanda Fisk, Director Jen Tyman, Assistant Director
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Amery 8th graders participate in Honor Band Ten Amery 8th graders were nominated and accepted to participate in the Shell Lake Middle School Honor Band. They spent the day rehearsing with a guest conductor and had a concert in the evening. Congratulations to Maya Curtis, Kaileigh Hosking, Ella Fulton, Molly Lutz, Sophia Danielson, Grace Carlson, Maverick Goulet, Kobe Stinson, Bridgett Madison, and Anarene Evenson. Other nominations include: Aurora Schwartz, Mia Brotzel, Derrick Chute, and Victorria Jonns. Bravo to you all!
AMERY AREA PUBLIC LIBRARY Kids' Yoga: Wednesdays, Nov. 7 & 14 (10-10:30 am). Calming, easy yoga for kids! Kids and caregivers should dress for movement. Family Storytime: Wednesdays, Nov. 7 & 14 (10:3511:15 am). Books, songs, movement activities, and a craft! Come on in and join the fun! STEAM Tuesdays: Dec. 4 (3:45-4:45 pm). Kids in grades 1-5 can blow off some steam at the library. Projects will rotate monthly between various STEAM activities. Registration required (call or visit amerylibrary.org/kids). Teens@4: Tuesday, Nov. 20 (4-5/5:30 pm). Teens are invited to hang out and play a game, whip up something tasty, or make a craft. Activity will change monthly, but we'll always have snacks! In November, we'll be decorating cookies and creating our own comics or playing a board game. Registration requested (call or visit amerylibrary.org/teens). Teen Advisory Board (TAB): Friday, Dec. 7 (4-5 pm). Talk about books, share your ideas for future teen & kids events, have snacks, and more. Registration requested (call or visit amerylibrary.org/teens). 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 November is Hillbilly Elegy by J.D. Vance. Author Visit-Cher Lindberg: Local author Cher Lindberg will be at the library on Saturday, November 10th at 10:30 AM. She will talk about her book, Trea$ure Your Life. Join us for an informative and inspirational morning! Free event, no registration required! Third Thursday Crafting: Winter and Holiday Crafts with Books! Join us on Thursday, November 15th from 5:30-6 pm to make Book Page Ornaments or Paperback Trees. Visit our website to view the crafts and to sign up for this free program! Traveling Exhibit - Fur, Feathers, and Fidelity: Military Mascots Come to the Amery Area Public Library to view this special traveling exhibit provided courtesy of the Wisconsin Veterans Museum. The exhibit will be available in the library's Burman Room from Monday, November 19th to Thursday, November 29th during regular library hours. There will also be a Special Opening Reception at the Amery Area Public Library on Tuesday, November 20th from 5:00 PM to 6:30 PM. Please join us for light refreshments and conversation with members of the exhibit's co-sponsors: the Amery American Legion Post 169 and the Amery VFW Post 7929.
Using DNA to Build your Family Tree: Saturday, November 17th from 10 AM to noon! Join members of the Amery Area Historical Society to learn how you can uncover the roots of your Family History using DNA. No registration required. Book sales The Friends of the Library Book Sale will be held on Thursday, November 29th from 4:00-7:00 PM. “Friends of the Library” may shop early (from 3-4). The Book Sale will also be held Saturday, December 1st from 9:00 AM - 2:00 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. E-books, e-audiobooks and digital magazines Your MORE library card gives you access to the Overdrive collection of e-books, e-audiobooks, and streaming videos; the Freading collection of e-books; and the Flipster downloadable magazine collection. Check out the website Check out the library website at amerylibrary.org, or find us on Facebook at facebook.com/amerylibrary. Hours Library hours are Monday through Thursday 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM, Friday 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM, and Saturday 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
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Amery comeback falls short in state title game BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER
Amery’s first ever state boys’ soccer final was one for the ages at the Warriors competed for the title of 2018 WIAA Division 4 state champion. Although the Warriors were the only undefeated Division 4 team in the state entering the game, they were still the underdog as they faced top-seeded University School of Milwaukee and lost a close 1-2 contest. “We got off to a shaky start, conceding a goal 10 minutes into the game,” said Amery Coach Flint Karis as University School’s Matias Dermond worked hard for an unassisted goal. Dermond blasted another goal-scoring shot from the top of the box at the 33:15 mark off an assist by Donavan Jones to take a 2-0 lead. “The team speed and speed of play was the fastest they had seen all season,” Coach Karis said. “However, were starting to mount a number of attacks and by half time both teams had 10 shots each.” Amery picked up its aggressiveness in the second half, dominating play for most of the half and opening opportunities to get on the board. Midfielder Bryce Gehrman did just that when he put in a volley shot on a direct kick served in by Noah Rademaker at the 50:15 mark. “We had a number of shots that narrowly missed the target to give USM
a scare, but the tying goal eluded the Warriors,” Karis said. “Our goal was to bring back a trophy, and our experience from the trip to state last year helped the boys treat it like any other game and just focus on playing good soccer. It is extremely difficult to get to the state tournament, but once there, we wanted to win it all. It was no consolation in bringing back the silver ball trophy as state runner-up because this team ran themselves into the ground and battled to the last second. It is a season and a weekend this group of young men will remember for the rest of their lives.” University School held a 20-19 shot advantage over the Warriors while the teams combined for just 13 shots on goal. Amery finished with a 9-5 corner kick advantage. Leading the Amery attack was Galen Coy with seven shots (one on goal). Dylan Einyck fired off six shots (two on goal) and Alex Gonsalez, three shots. Also shooting for the Warriors were Andrew Prindle, Rademaker and Gehrman. Amery goalkeeper Mason Helbig finished with seven saves. “The school and the community can be proud of the Amery boys’ soccer team in achieving great success,” Karis said. Note: Fellow Middle Border Conference team Baldwin-Woodville competed in the Division 3 state semifinal on Nov. 1 where it dropped a 3-7 game to eventual state champion Pius XI Catholic.
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Senior Bryce Gehrman moves the ball to gain better position on a University School of Milwaukee player. Gehrman scored the lone goal in the game.
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Bears fall in state volleyball title match BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER
Clayton’s quest for its second girls’ volleyball state title in as many years fell short at the Nov. 3 WIAA Division 4 State Final, when the Bears were defeated in straight sets by Catholic Central 17-25, 26-28 and 22-25. Set 1 featured two teams that stayed within three points of each other until Catholic Central went on a seven-point run to pull ahead 17-12, and the Bears weren’t able to recover. Clayton held a 26-25 advantage in Set 2, only to have it disappear with a Catholic Central kill, followed by a Clayton attack error and another CC kill. Leading 20-19 in the third set, Clayton continued its struggles to finish and gave up four straight points, eventually resulting in Catholic Central’s third victory. Clayton’s Selena Levendoski finished with 19 kills, 12 digs and 4 block assists to lead the team. Jaedyn Bussewitz added 12 kills and nine digs. Kiana Fall racked up 14 digs and Co-
rey Leslie, four block assists. Marissa Gilbertson amassed 29 assists and two service aces. Overall, Catholic Central posted 53 kills, compared to 37 by the Bears. “This group of seniors has become the most successful class in our school and program’s history, earning four conference, regional, and sectional championships, two state runner up trophies and one state championship,” said Clayton Coach Sadie Schradle. “They have played at state all four years of their career.” The Bears lost in the semi final in 2015 to Neuman Catholic, earned the state runner up trophy in 2016 behind Neuman Catholic, beat Neuman Catholic in the 2017 semi final to advance to the state championship and won the state championship over Lourdes Academy. “This group of girls has been through a lot together,” Schradle said. “They have had to work very hard on and off the court to become successful as a team. It has been such a journey to see them develop into being successful young women in everything they do.”
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Members of the Clayton Volleyball team hoist the trophy for state runner-up.
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Left: Jaedyn Bussewitz looks to make the hit.
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Right: Kailey Ketz dives for the ball.
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All Conference Honors Four members of the Amery Football team were honored by the Middle Border Conference. From left: Brett Forrest –All Conference Defensive Back; Grady Martin-All Conference Offensive Line and All Conference Honorable Mention Defensive Line; Bauer Panek- All Conference Offensive Line and All Conference Honorable Mention Defensive Line and Lance Waalen- All Conference Running Back
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Anderson honored for coaching Darin Anderson wrapped up his wrestling coaching career with a trip to Green Bay on November 1st to receive an award for his 20 years of coaching service and another award for accumulating over 200 dual meet wins. Darin retired from coaching in Clear Lake at the end of last season. Darin’s stellar coaching career consisted of dozens of tournament wins, conference championships and three team state appearances. Along with the team success his wrestlers have had great individual success as well. He has coached many state qualifiers, state place winners and has coached five of the seven state wrestling champions in Clear Lakes history. Darin started coaching when he was in high school helping out with the youth program for 10 years, he then coached the middle school for two years before moving up to assistant high school coach then taking over the as head wrestling coach in 1999-2012 and then 2014-2017. Darin finishes his 17 year high school coaching career with a record and 213-75.
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Brewers pitching coach Derek Johnson leaving team MILWAUKEE (AP) — Milwaukee Brewers pitching coach Derek Johnson is leaving the team, the third departure on manager Craig Counsell’s staff since the end of the season. General manager David Stearns said on Wednesday that Johnson was leaving the NL Central champions. Johnson wrapped up his third season with the Brewers, overseeing a staff that was fifth in the majors with a 3.73 ERA. The Brewers’ bullpen was fifth in the majors with a 3.47 ERA, but even better in September with a 1.98 ERA. Hitting coach Darnell Coles resigned last week, while bullpen coach Lee Tunnell was fired. The Brewers also fired head athletic trainer Dan Wright last week. Also Thursday, Milwaukee declined the $3.5 million club option on Jordan Lyles, making the right-handed pitcher a free agent. Lyles instead gets a $250,000 buyout. The Brewers selected Lyles off waivers on Aug. 5 from the San Diego Padres. He was 1-0 with a 3.31 ERA in 11 games, all in relief, with Milwaukee.
Guests say it would be a shame if the 640 acre resort-farm changed too much as it’s the stability and nostalgia that keeps them coming back. Generations of loyal guests feel like a big family when they return each summer to stay in the twenty cottages. Besides making wonderful friendships, guests enjoy the quiet atmosphere and beauty of Lake Clare which is spring fed, 55 acres and 71 feet deep. A perfect lake for fishing, swimming, canoeing and kayaking along the peaceful shoreline. Hunky Dory has always been American Plan which means three home-cooked meals are served each day. Guests enjoy the planned activities including children’s party, canoe races and talent show. Each evening ends with conversation and enjoying a large ice cream cone in the screen porch of the canteen. Our Hunky Dory theme song is used at each talent show: “Hunky Dory here we come Right back where we started from Where bowers of flowers bloom in the spring There’s swimming and fishing And fun galore for everyone
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Warriors Shut Out Kettle Moraine in State Semifinal
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Alexis Castorena-Gonsalez uses his head to move the ball into Kettle Moraine Lutheran territory. JOANN ERICKSON
Amery Warriors are ready to start the game after wishing their opponents good luck. Leading the way are Goalkeeper Mason Helbig and Senior Forward Galen Coy.
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Entering the 2018 state tournament on a mission, Amery’s boys’ soccer team shut out Kettle Moraine Lutheran, 3-0, on 42-degree Nov. 2 day in Milwaukee.
“KML had a great passing game and were very accurate with their one touch passing,” said Amery Coach Flint Karis. “We pressured as much as we could to disrupt their attack, and it was successful at times in creating turnovers.”
The Warriors scored their go-ahead goal at the 16:15 mark as Galen Coy drove in an unassisted goal low into the net. Amery then escaped a potential equalizer just before halftime on a hard shot that hit the post. Each team fired off six
shots in the first half. The Warriors continued pressing in the second half, but “were more disciplined and did a better job of containing KML,” Karis said. Noah Rademaker tapped in a ball in a scrum in front of the net from a corner kick to put Amery ahead, 2-0. And Coy sealed the win, when he sped past two KML de-
fenders on a breakaway to beat the goalkeeper for his second unassisted goal of the day. While this was Amery’s second trip to the state tournament, the win set the stage for its first ever state championship game. To top it all off, Amery became the first Middle Border Conference boys’ soccer team to compete in a state final. Coy finished with five shots (four on goal) for
two goals to lead the Amery offense. Overall, the Warriors scored three goals on just nine shots (eight on goal). Also taking shots were Andrew Prindle, Dylan Thomsen, Dylan Eiynck and Rademaker. Goalkeeper Mason Helbig preserved the shutout, collecting six saves as Kettle Moraine Lutheran fired off 12 shots. Kettle Moraine also held a corner kick advantage of 8-5.
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Galen Coy uses his speed to create 1 v 1 situations, allowing him to score. Galen scored two goals in the match.
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Bears sweep River Ridge in State Semifinal BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER
Clayton’s defending state champion volleyball team returned to the Resch Center in Green Bay on Nov. 2 on a mission to take home another WIAA Division 4 state title and put itself on the right track with a 3-game sweep of River Ridge in the semifinal round. Granted, the sweep wasn’t an easy one as the Bears won by scores of 26-24, 26-24 and 25-20 with three consecutive comeback rallies. The Bears trailed the majority of the first game, falling behind by as many as five points, until taking their first lead at 24-23 on a Jaedyn Bussewitz service ace. Selena Levendoski secured the the Set 1 win with a block. Clayton kept the momentum in the early stages of Set 2, building a 7-4 lead, but found themselves trailing again, 14-17, midway through the set. Once again, River Ridge extended its lead 23-17 before the Bears were able to put together
a 7-1 run that ended with a Levondoski kill off an Marissa Gilbertson assist for the win. The third set closely resembled the second in the early going, with Clayton jumping out to a 4-1 lead and River Ridge battling back to tie the score at 8-8. River Ridge held as large a a 17-14 lead over the Bears, but the match was a broken record as Clayton mounted a third late rally, finishing with an 11-3 run. Levendoski received an assist from Gilbertson for a kill to set up match point, and a bad set by River Ridge gave Clayton the edge it needed for the victory. Levendoski finished with 25 kills, 11 digs, four blocks assists and two solo blocks. Bussewitz tallied 17 digs, 11 kills, an ace and a solo block. And Gilberston racked up 44 assists, a kill and a block assist to help lead the Bears. Kailey Ketz finished with 13 digs, nine kills and two block assists. Corey Leslie had four digs, two kills, two assists and a block assist. Kiana Fall tallied 13 digs. JOSH JOHNSON
Members of the Clayton volleyball team celebrate after winning their semifinal match.
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Marissa Gilbertson sets the ball.
Selena Levendoski and Marissa Gilbertson team up to get a block for the Bears. They were both also named to the WVCA Girls Volleyball All-Tournament Team.
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Six Amery martial artists earn new Black Belts 2018 was a record setting year for the American Kyuki-Do Federation as 89 of its budding martial artists earned their first degree (dan) black belts at its annual Black Belt Extravaganza in Wisconsin Dells Nov. 3. To top it off, another 47 members made their way to a second degree black belt or above, including Head Master Lloyd Holden who earned grand master status as he was presented with his eighth degree black belt. “This was a really historic Black Belt Extravaganza,” said Kyuki-Do Martial Arts of Amery Chief Instructor Tammy Jo Turcotte. This year’s AKF Black Belt extravaganza featured martial artists from as far away as Florida, Georgia, Texas, Pennsylvania, Arizona, Illinois, and Kentucky as well as Wisconsin. Kyukido-Martial Arts of Amery had five first dan graduates and one second dan graduate in the mix, marking the academy’s largest group of graduates since 2015 when five promoted to first dan and two promoted to second. “This is my first class that started with just me as the owner and chief instructor to go from white belt to black belt so that’s pretty exciting,” said Turcotte, who became the academy’s sole owner in 2014. “It’s been really fun to watch them form relationships and work together coming up through the ranks at the same time. You can really see when people work together a lot. It makes it easy. That’s our #kyukido family.” The significance of earning the designation varied from person to person, ranging checking a box on a bucket list, to better health and proving something to themselves or others. But one thing they had in common was a feeling of accomplishment and increased confidence in themselves. While Mrs. Turcotte, who was present with her fourth dan a year ago, is usually nervous before her students promote to their black belts in front of the board of masters, this year was different as she knew they had put in the work and were well prepared. For three of the Amery students, Kyuki-Do has served as a resurrection of previous martial arts training from other states.
Kevin Medina Kevin Medina, who earned his second dan, began his training at Virginia taekwondo school under his dad’s encouragement and advanced three colored belts before moving to Wisconsin. “I had to restart, but I wanted to continue my martial arts training,” Kevin said. Two years ago, he earned his first degree black belt in Kyuki-Do, a blended martial art, primarily focusing on the Korean arts of Taekwondo and
Hapkido and the Japanese art of judo. “I’m not in any other sports except for this,” Kevin said. “I feel that it gives me more spice to my life, and I like seeing all of my classmates.” This year, Kevin can take pride in knowing he is joining an elite crowd - as only about 1/3 of all first degree black belts continue on to earn their second dan. “Even though I may not get my third degree, I’m going to continue my martial arts training after this,” Kevin said, noting that at 17 years of age, moving away to college may disrupt his training routine for his next belt. Kevin said meeting, interacting with and making friends with other martial artists has been a big source of enjoyment for him. “I think I’ll always remember this part of my life,” Kevin said. “These are important days.”
Brett Hart Brett Hart, 39, began his martial arts training in college at Iowa State University in 1999, where he trained and competed in the United States Taekwondo Union under the instruction of Grandmaster Yong Chin Pak until graduating with degrees in Advertising and Art and Design in 2001. During his time competing there, Iowa State won its sixth National Collegiate Taekwondo Association overall title, adding fuel to a lifelong passion for the martial arts. “My life had never felt more balanced than when I was in taekwondo - physically, mentally and emotionally.” Brett said. “I absolutely loved it.” After entering the working world where the majority of time he found himself behind a desk, Brett found that balance slipping away and his health declining. But 15 years later,
when a career changed placed his family in Amery, the opportunity arose to resume training. “Now that I have two kids, I needed to find a way to get my health back on track so I could keep up with them,” Brett said. “Martial arts was a perfect solution for me, plus it gave me an opportunity to exercise with my kids and lead by example, not just physically but morally. I feel my family has grown through this process. We’ve become a part of a great community and I really enjoy seeing not only my own kids mature, but everyone else in the academy and across the American Kyuki-Do Federation.” Coming from a competitive background, Brett still loves to compete and has set his next goal of becoming an AKF tournament grand champion while helping his son, Parker and daughter, Kortney, to their black belts. “As a colored belt, I’ve was fortunate enough to win in each area of tournament competition, but I haven’t put it all together at the same tournament yet,” Brett said. “It’s going to require a lot of work and discipline to get myself to that level, especially as I approach 40, but I love a challenge and look forward to training for many years to come.”
Jaden Presley Jaden Presley, 12, began training in taekwondo at the age of 5 in Mahtomedi, Minnesota, and worked his way up to a purple belt before taking a break. Then at the age of eight, he resumed his martial arts training when we started at Kyuki-Do Martial Arts of Amery in the summer of 2015. Motivated by doubters, Jaden was thrilled to finally earn his black belt. “The weapons are amazing - especially bokken,” Jaden
added. “I’m never going to stop training.”
Hunter Gilbertson For 12-year-old Hunter Gilbertson, his martial arts journey has been one of building self confidence and having fun. “My grandma brought me here and I thought, ‘Oo! This is kind of fun.’ So I’m like, I’ll try it and see how it goes and here I am.” He added his favorite part is learning the forms and that earning his black belt means a lot to him. “It makes me feel better about myself,” he said. “I’ve been doing this for a long time (since 2014), and I’ve been waiting for this.”
Tiffanni Schlussler The youngest new black belt in the class, Tiffanni Schlussler, started training three years ago after her parents suggested it to her, and she’s run with it. A big fan of sparring, Tiffanni said, “It’s fun because I get to fight people and kick them in the head (without getting into trouble) - and now I can defend myself.” As for getting her black belt. “I’ve been waiting for it since I was not even in martial arts yet.”
Todd Demers For Todd Demers, 64, earning a black belt in martial arts was the first item on his bucket list. “I wanted to go through the experience - what it really meant to get a black belt,” Todd said just moments before putting his skills on display for the board of masters, for what may likely be the final time. “It was more than I expected. The commitment was more than I expected. The perseverance is what I treasure. Sitting here preparing to receive my black belt is quite an honor. I know
it was earned. That is truly different. I didn’t know what it meant to earn it, but I do now.” While he’s been encouraged to continue with the martial arts, Todd said there are other things he’d like to complete before going on to second dan, such as learning the Spanish language and country line dancing. But he knows that his martial arts training has helped him stay fit to pursue his other passions. “I have a family with diabetes and heart conditions and high blood pressure and I have none of that at 64 and a half,” Todd said. “I don’t take any medications other than daily vitamins and minerals. I eat well and exercise a lot. Martial arts is great for that. I still cut and chop wood. I still climb trees for bow hunting. I take a lot of hikes so I’m not concerned that my activity will be less. But martial arts most certainly gave me the endurance to continue to the end. See the end. Know the end and get there.” Camaraderie has been another key component to Todd’s martial arts journey. “The people that I met there have been very exciting to work with,” Todd said, proud of his role as a stabilizing component to the group. “I’m quite regimented when directed. It was a good team.” Mrs. Turcotte said, “To see everyone walk across the stage and be able to shake hands with the founder of Kyuki-Do (Grand Master Ok Hyung Kim)... is really amazing. They did an awesome job of making me and Grand Master Holden look good, and that’s all we can ask for. Everyone out there Saturday did their very best.”
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BIRTHS St. Croix Regional Medical Center St. Croix Falls Crosby James Bevens, baby boy, 8 lbs 5 oz, was born October 24 to Camille and Jacob Bevens of St. Croix Falls, WI. Lucy Jeanne Boerem, baby girl, 6 lbs 9 oz, was born October 24 to Casey and Kyle Boerem of Shafer, MN. Madeline Arlie Bishop, baby girl, 7 lbs 8 oz, was born October 26 to Alyssa and Jason Bishop of Frederic, WI. Clint James Lapre, baby boy, 7 lbs 1 oz, was born October 29 to Krystie and Tony LaPre of Webster, WI.
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A Wisconsin DNR sanctioned snowmobile safety course in Osceola last week. Classes were held October 22, 23, and 25 at Osceola High School. A total of 33 students were in attendance from the area.
Attention Sports Fans! JOIN IN AMERY’S CHRISTMAS PUNCH!!! Win Amery Scrip Money Five $50 Scrip Prizes Given Away Each Week Final Week Increases to Ten $50 Prizes! HERE’S WHAT TO DO: • • • • •
Pick up a “Christmas Punch” card from any participating retailer. Have the clerk stamp your card after making your purchases. Receive one stamp for each full $10 of money spent. Limit 5 stamps per visit. Drop off filled card at: Chet Johnson Drug Store, Dick’s Fresh Market, Amery Free Press or PaperWorx. Be sure to print your name and phone number on the back so we can contact you when you win! • No limit to the number of cards you can enter, so shop locally and fill those cards up! • All non-winning entries remain in drawing box. • Drawings held Nov. 19 & 26 and Dec. 3 & 10. Grand prizes drawn December 17. • No purchase necessary to win. To receive a free punch, mail your card with a self-addressed stamped envelope to: Amery Community Club c/o Amery Free Press P.O. Box 424 Amery, WI 54001
As a kick-off to Winter High School Sports the Amery Free Press will publish a special Sports Section featuring Amery, Clayton and Clear Lake teams on Monday, Nov. 19 Area businesses wishing to salute the area athletes should please give Pam a call at 715-268-8101 or email: phumpal@theameryfreepress.com Advertising deadline is Wednesday, Nov. 14, 2018.
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Pickleball Open Gym at the Amery High School
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Quilting for the needy East Immanuel Quilters have done it again. They made a record 228 quilts to give to homeless shelters and needy families in Polk and St. Croix Counties. Thanks to everyone who helped and donated to our mission. Back row: Sheryl Carlos, Bonnie Hagen, Sue Dagget and Mava Flanum. Front row: Viginia Aasmundrud, Goria Feyer, Janet Gorres, Elaine Solum and Carol Kobernick. Missing from photo: Susie Ivy.
Come to the high school gym on Wednesday nights from November through March to play the fastest growing recreational sport in the nation. This mini-tennis game is a combination of pingpong, tennis, racquetball and badminton played with wood, composite and graphite paddles and unique plastic balls. It is easy to learn, provides plenty of exercise, and is played on a court much smaller than a tennis court. Participants don't have to be strong, don't have to be quick, and don't have to be athletic or good at other sports. Pickleball is not about power, but instead it is about shot placement and accuracy. If you don’t know how to play, this is a great opportunity to learn. Wednesday evenings from 6-8 pm. No fee. Closed on Nov 21, Dec 26 and March 13.
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Scott Marko Memorial Scholarship Fund BeneďŹ t A benefit for the Scott Marko Memorial Scholarship Fund will be held on Sunday, November 11 at Crickets Bar & Grill, 1361 County Rd H, Amery. The benefit is from 4:00-8:00. Live auction from 4:15-5:15. Silent
auction 4:00-7:30. Auction items include artworks and carving, appliances, gift certificates, jewelry, Gopher tickets, CSA memberships, hunting gift packages and much more. The renowned blues band “The Jimmys� will
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“Your Life, Your Styleâ€? 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.â€? 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 environmentâ€?. 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
be performing from 5:308:00. Come and enjoy an evening of great music and dancing while supporting a worthy cause. Please join us to honor Coach Marko’s legacy. All proceeds go to the scholarship fund in his name. For further information, contact: Valerie Burke, 359 130th Street Amery, WI, (715) 554-1034, val@pikeholefarm.com.
Happy 45th Anniversary!
Some carriers are scrambling for freight to keep drivers moving. At Schneider, drivers keep rolling, racking up reliable paychecks made possible by year-round customer freight. It’s because of the great work our drivers do that shippers keep Schneider busy. Don’t get stuck in neutral. Make the smart move, and get your career in gear with the busy carrier: Schneider.
We Love You! Jason, Kelly, Jackson & Langdon Mandy, Gabe, Morgan, Mia & Miley
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The Amery Lions Club will sponsor/support over $22,000 to projects and programs in 2018!
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ARNELL MEMORIAL HUMANE SOCIETY Midnight is a one year old spayed female Black Cat with golden yellow eyes. She is sleek, cuddly, playful, friendly to children and other cats. Midnight came to the shelter on August 23rd, when her owner was no longer able to care for her. She is one of our 50% off adoption fee Black Cats. Her friends, Fletcher, Rookie and Jim Bob are also waiting for forever homes. The first full week of November is National Shelter Appreciation Week, November 4 - 10. This week of recognition is a celebration to honor animal
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shelters and the dedicated people who work to protect animals. It is the perfect time to recognize local animal shelters in your community dedicated to animals. A shelter is a safe haven for animals. A happy pet reunion or adoption is the end result of providing these services 365 days a year, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Bringing together homeless pets and loving homes is one of the things that shelters’ do best, but it’s by no means the only thing. Our most important role is to provide shelter for homeless or lost animals, giving them food, water and shelter, offering rehabilitative care to injured or abused animals and reuniting lost pets with their families. If it is within the budget, animal shelters offer low cost spay/neuter services to help reduce pet overpopulation and network with other shelters to save more lives. There are approximately 3,500 animal
shelters across the United States, available to serve the estimated 6–8 million homeless animals that seek refuge each year. Animal shelters are no longer the dreary, sad place of the 1950’s. In 2018 animal shelters are places of hope, healing, redemption and learning. They are community centers where people with a passion for the welfare of animals gather to work toward a better world for animals and people. Shelters are warm and inviting, and are designed for the comfort of their special guests, the animals. The vital service of animal shelters may be overlooked or taken for granted, until you unexpectedly need their help. Until you find an injured animal on the side of the road, or a stray dog in your yard, or a litter of kittens living under your deck, the shelter may never cross your mind. National Animal Shelter Appreciation Week is a perfect opportunity for you, your family, and your community to become acquainted with Arnell Memorial Humane Society and to help homeless pets. We welcome your visit. Our non-profit organization is always concerned about doing more with less. Donations of cash or supplies are always needed and welcomed. Cash donations help with employee wages, keeping the lights on, the shelter warm, insurance paid and phones ringing. Without funding for these services, Arnell would not be able to be there for the animals. Our partnership with Wal Mart provides us with a generous supply of dog food, but Purina Kitten Chow and Purina “Naturals� Cat Chow are always needed. Currently we have a need for liquid HE laundry detergent, 33 – 36 gallon garbage bags, hot dogs for training treats and dog biscuits, all sizes. A full Arnell Shelter Supply Wish List is available on our web site. If you are unsure about a donation you wish to make, please call. Help us help them; Adopt, Donate, Promote. Arnell Memorial Humane Society, 185 Griffin St East, Amery, WI 54001, 715 268-7387 and online: ARNELLHUMANE.ORG and Facebook.
Local student studying in Greece and Rome Andrew Smith, son of Tom and Aimee Smith of Amery, Wisconsin, is studying in the Greco-Roman program during fall semester 2018 through the Center for Global Education at the College of Saint Benedict in St. Joseph, Minnesota, and Saint John’s University in Collegeville, Minnesota. Smith is a junior biology major at SJU. The Greco-Roman program gives students the opportunity to explore classical subjects of history, religion, art history and literature while living
in modern day Athens and Rome. While students are exposed to Greek and Italian language, courses are taught in English, both in the classroom and on historical and archaeological sites or in museums. The focus is based on a structured curriculum, always leaving room for the exploration of unique opportunities presented by the intellectual and cultural resources of Greece and Italy. Henry Jakubowski, professor of chemistry at CSB and SJU, is the director of the program for fall 2018.
Pilot crashes plane into lake, leaves wreckage, hitches home KENOSHA, Wis. (AP) — Sheriff’s officials say the pilot of an ultralight seaplane that crashed into a southern Wisconsin lake swam to shore and hitched a ride home without contacting the authorities about the wreck because he didn’t think it was a big deal. Kenosha Sheriff David Beth says a woman walking her dog saw the wreckage in Camp Lake late Monday and called authorities. Fire and res-
cue units from Salem Lakes, Bristol and Somers, along with the county dive team, responded to look for a possible victim. Beth says after the rescuers found no body, officials tracked the pilot down at his home in Antioch, Illinois, several hours later, via phone numbers found in the aircraft. Beth says that other than being cold and wet, the pilot said he was not injured.
Important Message to Polk County Taxpayers HOW MUCH WILL THEY SPEND? County Supervisors have spent 18-months plotting to turn every recreational trail in Polk County to all-season motorized use. That’s a prescription for disaster: tanking property values, torpedoing business investment, reducing tourism and forcing local residents to recreate outside the County.
BUT THE REALLY VEXING QUESTION: HOW MUCH IS IT GOING TO COST? WisDOT recently presented Polk County with a bill for $600,000 for violating its grant on the Stower Seven Lakes Trail. But, there’s more: A recreational trail like Stower was engineered to meet a bicycle and pedestrian standard in terms of embankment fencing, parking lots, trail width, trail surface, signage, canopy cover, etc.
ONCE THE TRAIL OPENS TO MOTORS, POLK COUNTY WILL BE COMPELLED TO MEET STATE AND FEDERAL TRAIL STANDARDS FOR MOTORIZED VEHICLES. HOW MUCH WILL THAT COST? Incredibly, after 18 months, Supervisors haven’t even asked. Here’s the formula they need to address: A (reduced business investment) + B (reduced tourism revenues) + C (reduced property values on and near trail corridors) + D (lost revenue from County residents leaving area to recreate) + E (repayment of State and Federal monies used to develop trails) + F (design, engineering and construction to convert trails to motorized use) + G (degraded habitat along trail corridors) + H (staff time to institute these changes) + I (costs to defend illegal County actions in court) = Unknown millions of dollars in taxpayer funds.
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SEND YOUR TAX DEDUCTIBLE CONTRIBUTION TO: Friends’ Trail Legal Defense Fund Box 203 Amery, WI 54001
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Craft & Vendor Show Saturday, Nov. 10 • 9-3 TURTLE LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL GYM 205 N. Oak Street • Turtle Lake SANTA will be present for photos!
Silent Auction
GARAGE SALE GARAGE/YARD SALE! Fri., Nov. 9 & Sat., Nov. 10 • 8am - 5pm Old 3 point attachments, water tanks, tools, wagon wheels, small boat, old cabinets, old boards, fold fishing, old stuff, SO MUCH OLD STUFF. Many items to repurpose. No reasonable offer refused. If you are looking for it, he probably has it!
704 10th Ave, Clear Lake
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Accepting Non-Perishable Items: Food, New Blankets, New Children’s Socks/Underwear (Benefits SOS, Backpack Program & Food Pantry)
Concessions Available Sponsored by Swan Beach Vendor Events. Call 651-302-4872 for info.
The Northern Lakes Center for the Arts presents
“A Young Performers’ Concert� An evening featuring local student musicians performing in concert. We promise you will be impressed. Saturday, November 10 - 7:30 p.m. The Northern Lakes Center for the Arts
(From Clear Lake: 2.5 miles SW of Clear Lake. Take Hwy 63 South to Cty Rd A, West 1 mile. From Amery: Take 46 South to Cty Rd A, East 4 miles.)
Annual Fall Expo
• Pampered Chef • Scentsy • CherLor Crafts • DoTerra Essential Oils • Tupperware • Usborne Books • Mary Kay • Thirty•One • Brenda’s Sea Gems • Lilla Rose • Croes Curds • Thrive • Jamberry • Jewels Creations & Henna • Younique
113 Elm St. - Amery, Wisconsin - (715) 268-6811 Admission: $5.00 (Adults) - $1.00 (Children)
Spaces still available, $35/table! Call Cindy at 651•470•1581 Grab all your friends and enjoy a day out!
American Legion
1905 Hwy. 64 New Richmond, WI
POST 137 326 S. Maple St.,Turtle Lake
VETERAN’S DAY DANCE Saturday, Nov. 10, 2018
7:30 pm-12 midnight Music by the Hunyuks 8 pm-11 pm RAFFLE 1st: Savage Axis II .30-06 synthetic stock with 3X9 scope or $350 cash 2nd - $100 Cash • 3rd - $75 Cash Door Prize drawings
Dance admission by raffle ticket
7 miles East of New Richmond or 1 1/2 miles West of the Hwy. 46/63/64 intersection.
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SMORGASBORD Wednesday, Nov. 14
First Lutheran Church 811 South Ave. W. Clear Lake Menu: Torsk, Swedish Meatballs, Potatis Kaiv, Potatoes, Cheese, Deviled Eggs, Jello Salad, Swedish Brown Beans, Cranberries, Frugt Suppe, Rice Pudding, Krum Kake, Rommegrot, Lefse, Rye Bread, Rolls, Scandinavian Delicacies, Beverages
Serving 11 a.m.-1 p.m. and 4-8 p.m.
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Additional raffle by the American Legion Auxiliary Hand Crafted by Local Artist Hand Tied Block Bed Quilt Wooden Barn Quilt Quilted Table Runner 2 Wall Paintings
Vendor Bingo!
Adults $15, Children (6-12) $8, Children (5 & under) free
All tickets available at the door or from your local Legion or Auxiliary members
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Lutefisk Dinner & Fall Bazaar Saturday, Nov. 10, 2018 10:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Fall Bazaar MENU: LuteďŹ sk, Swedish Meatballs, Mashed Potatoes w/gravy, Rutabagas, includes Lefse, Canned Goods Coleslaw, Cranberries, Lefse, Pie & Baked COST: $18 Adults, $6 children 12 & under Goods “To Goâ€? meals also available for $15
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West Immanuel Lutheran Church 447 180th St., rural Osceola 6 miles north of Star Prairie 8 miles E of Osceola near Pine Lake 715-294-2936 www.westimmanuel.org Find us on Facebook!
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Clear Lake Drama Club presents...
Friday, Nov. 9 7:00 p.m.
Saturday, Nov. 10 7:00 p.m.
Sunday, Nov. 11 2:00 p.m.
Amery Classic Theater, Main Street, Amery
~ Tickets: Students $3 • Adults $5 ~
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AREA BOWLING SCORES Club Cl b 53 B Bar & L Lanes Amery MONDAY NIGHT MEN Division 1 Tac Two ................................................. 112 Gary’s Electric......................................99 Division 2 Shoreview ............................................99 Dick’s Fresh Market ...........................90 High games: Bob Albee 236, Chris Wolter 206, Jim Knutson 212, Jim Swanson 215, Rod Gehrman 215-227, Todd Zemke 241. High series: Bob Albee 601, Jim Knutson 558, Jim Swanson 571, Rod Gehrman 640, Todd Zemke 605. TUESDAY NIGHT MEN Division 1 Club 53 ..............................................100.5 Noah Insurance............................... 86.5 Division 2 Chet Johnson Drug ........................ 94.5 Northwest Communications ......78.5 High games: Ed Flanum 219-211, Bill Peterson 202-226-220, Chuck Wellman 216, Bob Oulette 221, Will Schaffer 219-215-215. High series: Ed Flanum 603, Bill Peterson 648, Bob Oulette 566, Will Schaffer 649.
224-221, Lee Jones 257-203, Adam Witthoft 202, Garrett Gorres 227, Billy Vierkandt 208-216-203. High series: Denis Carteron 634, Lee Jones 642, Garrett Gorres 565, Billy Vierkandt 627. THURSDAY/FRIDAY NIGHT LADIES Division 1 Amery Fire Department ..................88 Better Self Wellness ..................... 86.5 Northwest Communications ......69.5 Division 2 Club 53 ................................................. 108 Chet Johnson Drug .........................95.5 Bremer Bank.....................................92.5 High games: Patty Talbot 186, Sherry Martin 174, Sid Jones 172170-160, Gail Peterson 170-167, Pat Marquand 168-150, Pam Humpal 160-157-153, Diane Lewis 156-152, Cindy Hardina 156, Janet Martinson 155, Alyssa Slocum 155, Becky Ausen 155. High series: Sid Jones 502, Pam Humpal 470, Patty Talbot 470, Gail Peterson 469, Pat Marquand 450, Diane Lewis 441, Becky Ausen 437, Sherry Martin 431.
WEDNESDAY NIGHT MEN Division 1 Preferred Lawn...................................86 Club 53 ................................................82.5 Division 2 Amery Fire Department .............. 94.5 Alibi.........................................................86 High games: Denis Carteron
S Spare Ti Time Bowling, Turtle Lake M0NDAY NIGHT LADIES Week 11 of 28 Bowlin Buddies...................................68 Countyline Dairy.................................60 Clear Lake Auto ...................................53 Becker’s Trucking ...............................50 No Wick’s Moravitz ............................ 45 Spare Time...........................................44 Little Debbies ........................................41 Austads Super Valu............................35 High games: Michelle Hollister 208, Deanne Moravitz 199, Lori Larson 191, Connie Graber 181, Amy Anderson 181, Judy Ullom 178. TUESDAY NIGHT LADIES Week 9 of 29 Spare Time...........................................46 The Dead End’s ................................... 42 Charlie’s Place ..................................... 38 Red Cedar Accounting ...................... 38 Sexy Mama’s ....................................... 36 Range Fire Department ....................35 Citizen State Bank ............................. 30 True Value..............................................23 High games: Renee Glowe 213, Sherri Munkelwitz 205, Talea Schneider 182, Lori Larson 180, Betty Duenow 180, Norma Beach 175, Heidi VanHeuklom 174, Sylvia Stetler 167. High series: Sherri Munkelwitz 560, Renee Glover 547, Lori Larson 490, Heidi VanHeuklom 478, Norma Beach 438, Orreen Nottom 431, Ashlie Goodmanson 430, Talea Schneider 427.
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November 8-10 • 3-8pm “Fur, Feathers and Fidelity” View the Wisconsin Veterans Museum’s exhibit marching across the state–“Military Mascots” dating back to the Civil War. Shining a light on the human side of military service and engaging animal lovers. Join us as we kick off our 100th Anniversary! Open to the Public • Families Welcome ~November 19-24, the display will be at the Amery Public Library for viewing during regular business hours. ~
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STATE OF WISCONSIN, CIRCUIT COURT, POLK COUNTY In the Matter of the Estate of Joyce J. Thompson Notice to Creditors (Informal Administration) Case No. 18PR74 PLEASE TAKE NOTICE:
1. An application for informal administration was filed. 2. The decedent, with date of birth May 15, 1933 and date of death August 3, 2018 was domiciled in Polk County, State of Wisconsin, with a mailing address of 973
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US Hwy 8, Amery, WI 54001. 3. All interested persons waived notice. 4. The deadline for filing a claim against the decedent’s estate is January 25, 2019 5. A claim may be filed at the Polk County Courthouse, Balsam Lake, Wisconsin, Room 500.
SPECIAL TOWN MEETING OF THE ELECTORS OF THE TOWN OF LINCOLN, POLK COUNTY On Thursday, November 8, 2018, immediately following completion of the Public Hearing on the proposed budget, a Special Town Meeting of the electors is called pursuant to Section 60.12(1)( c ) of Wisconsin Statutes by the Town Board for the following purpose: 1. To adopt the town tax levy to be paid in 2019 pursuant to section 60.10(1)(a) of Wisconsin Statutes.
NOTICE OF TOWN BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MONTHLY MEETING The Town Board of Supervisors Monthly Meeting of the Town of Lincoln will be held on Thursday, November 8, 2018 immediately following the public hearing and special town meeting of the electors at the Lincoln Town Hall - 661 85th Street. MONTHLY MEETING AGENDA 1. Call Meeting to Order 2. Verification of Meeting Posting 3. Approval of Agenda 4. Approval of Minutes of Previous Meeting 5. Public Comment 6. Reports: Treasurer, Clerk, Road Work Issues, Plan Commission 7. Presentation and Approval of Bills 8. Assessor Contract 9. Adopt Budget 10. New Business 11. Unfinished Business 12. Adjourn. *Action may be taken on any agenda item* Stephanie Marciniak, Clerk Published Nov. 6, 2018 - Amery Free Press
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TOWN OF CLAYTON MONTHLY BOARD MEETING with Public Budget Hearing and Special Town Meeting to follow at the CLAYTON TOWN HALL 462 105th Avenue/County Road D 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7.
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Call to Order Roll Call Verification of Meeting Posting Approval of minutes of October 11th, regular meeting minutes Treasurer’s Report Approval to Pay Bills Business • Approve Revised Operators Licenses for Lake Magnor • Department Reports 1. Roadman Report-2018 Roadwork update 2. Clerk’s Report 3. Chairman’s Report • Dan Thole - Present 2019 Budget Recess for PUBLIC BUDGET HEARING & SPECIAL TOWN MEETING Approve 2019 Highway Expenditures & Adopt Town Tax Levy Reconvene to Regular Meeting Approve/Adopt 2019 Budget Public Comment (MAX 3 MIN.) Date & Time of Next Meeting: Regular Board Meeting • December 13, 2018 at 7:00 p.m. - Voucher Approval at 6:45 p.m. Adjournment
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IN MEMORIAM In loving memory of EDGAR JAMES STESNIAK 11-23-1903 - 5-16-1998 ESTHER RUTH STESNIAK 8-30-1917 - 11-10-1998 FREDERICK LOUIS STESNIAK 5-28-1938 - 11-04-1992 Remembered with love today and everyday and missed without measure. You live on in our hearts and memories. Hank, Micki, Katy, Ed, John and Gerri
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PUBLIC NOTICE Town of Clear Lake Plan Commission The next public meeting of the Plan Commission will be held at the Town Hall on Tuesday, November 13, 2018 at 7:00 PM. AGENDA: 1. Call meeting to order. 2. Approve last meeting’s minutes. 3. Review past subdivision and zoning requests. 4. Review conditional use zoning. 5. Review Manufactured Home ordinance. 6. Set future meeting date and agenda. 7. Adjourn. Chairman Lawrence Thelen WNAXLP
REGULAR MEETING Town of Clear Lake
The Regular meeting of the Town of Clear Lake will be held at the Town Shop on Monday, November 12, 2018, at 7 p.m. AGENDA: 1. Meeting called to order 2. Reading and approval of last meeting’s minutes 3. Treasurer’s Report 4. Chairman’s Report 5. Approve payment of monthly bills 6. Ordinance Commission Report 7. Old Business: Alarm System Extra BCPL pymnt January 2nd 8. New Business: None 9. Road Maintenance 10. Adjourned Janelle Johnson, Town Clerk WNAXLP
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
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AGENDA Thursday, November 8, 2018 Bill Payment at 6:45 pm
PUBLIC BUDGET HEARING On Thursday, November 8, 2018 at 7:00 p.m. at the Lincoln Town Hall - 661 85th Street, a PUBLIC HEARING on the PROPOSED 2019 BUDGET for the Town of Lincoln, Polk County will be held.
Jenell L. Anderson Probate Registrar 715-485-9238 October 17, 2018 Ann E. Brose P.O. Box 388 New Richmond, WI 54017-0388 715-246-2211
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The School District of Turtle Lake has an Employment Opportunity Available for:
Hiring! Part Time Direct Care Staff Starting at $15 per hour • $2 wage differential for weekend hours LRHI is seeking enthusiastic staff to work with DD Adults demonstrating a wide range of abilities. CNA experience preferred! Shifts available ~ Awake overnights, afternoon/evenings, weekends & on/call status To schedule an interview, contact Scott at 651-257-2211 or by email: cclinnea@gmail.com
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Wastewater Land Applicators Full-time & Part-time positions available.
—ALMENA AND SURROUNDING AREA— Class B w/tanker endorsement required. Hourly pay based upon experience. $19-$22 per hour with regular raises. Benefits: Health/Life Insurance, 401(k), cellphone allowance, etc. Please apply to:
Waldvogel Trucking
1-800-483-3674 or mail resume to: Waldvogel Trucking, W7622 Hwy. 47, Antigo, WI 54409
COMMUNITY EDUCATION DIRECTOR This is 12-month position requiring 25 hours per week and reports directly to the Superintendent. Responsibilities include program development, budgeting and financial planning, school & community relations, staff development and supervision of the LSP program and the Little Laker Club. Application deadline: Until filled with an immediate start date. Applications may be obtained from our website: www.turtlelake.k12.wi.us by clicking on “District” and then “Employment” or by contacting the District Office at 715-986-4470
Automation for Industrial Systems Instructor
Wisconsin Indianhead Technical College New Richmond Campus
Do you have a Bachelor’s of Science Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Chemical Engineering? Do you have experience with electrical/ electronic components and diagnostic equipment? Are you ready for a change? WITC wants you to become the next Automation for Industrial Systems Instructor! For a complete job description, list of qualifications, and to apply: Visit our website at: https://www.witc. edu/about-witc/employment
Deadline to apply: November 23, 2018 WITC is an Equal Opportunity/Access/ Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer and Educator TTY 711
Business Office Technician
Wisconsin Indianhead Technical College Administrative Office - Shell Lake
Applications should be returned to: School District of Turtle Lake District Office 205 Oak Street North Turtle Lake, WI 54889
Applications are being accepted from qualified candidates for a full-time Business Office Technician. This position will be responsible for assisting in the integration and maintenance of the PeopleSoft Human Resource modules relating to payroll. This position will also be responsible for the college’s payroll processing, ensuring that college policies and procedures are followed by making judgment regarding the integrity of data submitted at the campus level.
The School District of Turtle Lake is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The School District does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, age, national origin, ancestry, creed, religion, pregnancy, marital or parental status, sexual orientation or physical, mental, emotional or learning disability.
For a complete job description, list of qualifications, and to apply: Visit our website at: https://www.witc. edu/about-witc/employment
Deadline to apply: November 9, 2018 WITC is an Equal Opportunity/Access/ Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer and Educator TTY 711
Thermal Plastic Design, Inc. A Precision Custom Injection Molding Company Specializing in Engineering Polymers seeking qualified candidate for position of:
PROJECT ENGINEER
1st shift Hours 7:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M. Job Description Position overview TDI is seeking a Project Engineer due to our current and continuing company growth. This position is critical in handling all projects from initial RFQ to final external and internal customer approval process. Essential functions • Quote, plan, direct, manage and or perform activities required to satisfactorily complete front-end engineering efforts resulting in part / project approval meeting or exceeding customer requirements. • Work intimately with customers from initial part concept throughout build process interfacing regularly in various forms of communication such as e-mail, Web conferencing, project timeline reports and face to face meetings as required. • Monitor and manage costs, profitability, short- and longrange goals as emphasized by TDI management and mission statement. Position qualifications Required qualifications • High School Diploma or equivalent, valid driver’s license, at least 5 years related experience in plastic engineering in an injection molding and or plastic injection mold making. Preferred qualifications • Vocational / technical education in Tool & Die or Project Engineering related fields, Bachelor’s Degree in an engineering field with 5+ years of related experience a plus. Skills & Ability Requirements • Must be able to interpret all design and fabrication documents pertinent to projects. CAD proficiency, specifically SolidWorks is essential. • Management of mold design and building efforts including both domestic and offshore is critical function of job including resolution of issues to eliminate milestone delays. T.D.I. offers Competitive wages and excellent benefits. Qualified applicants can apply in person or by sending a resume to: Thermal Plastic Design, Inc. 1116 East Pine Street • St Croix Falls WI. 54024 Attn: H.R. Manager HR@tdimolding.com • www.tdimolding.com
Nolato Contour is part of the medical division of Nolato, a Swedish based company. Located in Baldwin Wisconsin, we specialize in injection molding and assembly of plastic and silicone for medical/pharma customers. In addition, Nolato Contour works closely with surrounding high schools/colleges to engage students in the work that we do. For employees we offer competitive compensation/benefit package including a matching 401(k) plan, 96 hours of PTO, 2 weeks paid vacation, medical/dental/vision plans and life insurance. Nolato Contour offers top-of-the-line training and infinite career potential for employees. As a rapidly growing manufacturer, Nolato is actively looking for employees with multiple levels of skill. We hope you find an interest in working with our team and Nolato Contour looks forward to hearing from you! CURRENT OPENINGS: Process Technician Responsibilities: Set up and troubleshoot molds in a variety of molding machines. Follow and document process parameters to ensure repeatable results. Set up tools and work cells in a safe, efficient manner. Qualifications: Minimum 2 years’ experience as a Process Technician required. Ability to set up and cycle injection molding machines. Must have knowledge of auxiliary equipment, engineering resins and reading blueprints. Must have good communication skills and the ability to follow procedures. Job type: Full-time Production Specialist Responsibilities: Operate an injection molding machine, perform secondary operations with specific instructions using a variety of tools and to inspect, label and package parts as they are molded. Qualifications: Must be able to read, follow work instructions and have basic math skills. Must be an ambitious, quality minded, and self-motivated individual that can work in a team environment. Must have good attendance. High School diploma or equivalent desired. Job type: Full-time Please stop in to complete an application or submit a resume to: Nolato Contour Attn: Human Resources 660 VandeBerg Rd. Baldwin, WI 54002 Fax: 715-684-2705 Email: April.Robelia@Nolato.com
Thermal Plastic Design, Inc. A Precision Custom Injection Molding Company Specializing in Engineering Polymers seeking qualified candidate for position of:
MATERIAL ASSISTANT
3rd shift Hours 11 P.M. to 7 A.M.
*** OPERATOR
3rd shift Hours 11 P.M. to 7 A.M.
*** MOLDING TECHNICIAN
3rd shift Hours 11 P.M. to 7 A.M.
*** OPERATOR/QA INSPECTOR BACK-UP 2nd shift Hours 3 P.M. to 11 P.M.
View us and the job descriptions online:
www.tdimolding.com T.D.I. offers Competitive wages and excellent benefits. View job descriptions on Facebook or on the website.
Qualified applicants can apply in person or by sending a resume to: Thermal Plastic Design, Inc. 1116 East Pine Street St Croix Falls WI. 54024 Attn: H.R. Manager Facebook: Thermal Plastic Design, Inc. Email: HR@tdimolding.com
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Report: Record number of adults in Wisconsin prisons BY TODD RICHMOND ASSOCIATED PRESS
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Wisconsin’s prisons held a record number of adults in 2017 and the population will only continue to grow over the next two years, costing the state tens of millions of dollars, according to a report released Wednesday. Nonpartisan research organization Wisconsin Policy Forum’s findings show a record 23,687 adults were incarcerated in state prisons last year, up 2.3 percent from 2016. The organization notes that the Department of Corrections’ 2019-2021 budget request projects the population will grow by an additional 5.7 percent to around 25,055 inmates by 2021.
The agency has asked for an additional $149.4 million to handle the influx. Corrections spokesman Tristan Cook didn’t immediately reply to an email seeking comment. The report attributes the population increase to number of factors. More inmates are getting locked up again after violating terms of their parole or extended supervision. According to the report 36.5 percent of all admissions in 2017 were inmates whose parole or supervision had been revoked, compared with 21.9 percent in 1990. Inmates entering prison with a new sentence dropped from 46.6 percent to 29.9 percent over that same 27-year period.
State confirms rare bovine tuberculosis in Waunakee cows MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Wisconsin agriculture officials are investigating a rare outbreak of bovine tuberculosis on a Waunakee farm. Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection officials announced Tuesday that tests show three cows from Maier Farms LLC have tested positive for the disease. Agriculture officials say the strain of bovine TB in the cows matches a strain found in a Maier Farms worker in 2015, indicating the worker may have infected the herd. Animals often don’t show
Wisconsin’s truth-in-sentencing laws also are keeping more inmates behind bars longer, according to the report. Prison inmates convicted before 2000 are generally eligible for parole after serving a quarter of their sentence and are usually required to be released after serving two-thirds of their sentence. Offenders convicted after 2000, however, are subject to truth-in-sentencing statutes, which require a period of extended supervision equal to a quarter of their behind-bars sentence. Inmates whose supervision is revoked can be required to serve the entire term of their extended supervision behind bars, the report said.
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signs of infection until the disease reaches an advanced stage, which can take years. DATCP officials are tracing all For those 62+ or animals that have moved off the disabled of any age. farm over the last five years. 1-800-944-4866 Ext. 1122 Federal agriculture officials Equal Housing Opportunity typically record about 8 cases nationwide annually. The last instance of bovine TB in Wisconsin was Part Time RN in the mid-1990s. St. Croix Falls location
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The number of inmates convicted of either property crimes or drugs has declined between 2006 and 2017, the report found, but more inmates are doing time for violent crimes. Sixty-six percent of the population was in for violent crimes in 2017, up from 59 percent in 2006. That’s important because inmates convicted of violent crimes typically receive longer sentences. Republicans who control the state Assembly passed a bill in February that would have authorized $350 million
in borrowing to build a new prison. The measure died in the Senate. Democratic gubernatorial hopeful Tony Evers has been trying to make the burgeoning prison population an issue, proposing to reduce the population by half. He hasn’t offered a plan on how to achieve that. Republican Gov. Scott Walker says Evers can’t reach that goal without releasing violent offenders because more than half of inmates are in prison for violent crimes. Experts say Walker is right.
The School District of Amery is hiring
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x Will train. x License reimbursement (CDL with school bus and air brake endorsements). x Morning and afternoon routes plus occasional activity buses.
Call (715) 268-9771 ext. 231 The School District of Amery is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination in all of its programs and activities on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, and where applicable, sex, marital status, familial status, parental status, religion, sexual orientation, genetic information, political beliefs, reprisal, or because all of part of an individual’s income is derived from any public assistant program.
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Jail Nurse Public Health Department Full-time/Non-Exempt Position Depends on QualiĨications This position provides professional, skilled nursing services to the inmates of the Polk County Jail. Promotes and maintains the health of individuals incarcerated through nursing services, coordination of care, case management, discharge planning and disease surveillance and treatment. Associates or Baccalaureate degree by the National League of Nursing; 3-4 years experience as a RN required. Experience in correctional or emergency nursing preferred. Deadline to apply: November 12, 2018 Parks & Buildings Department
Full-time Janitor Full-time/Non-Exempt Position
Starting $12.98
Performs a variety of janitorial and custodial tasks to maintain clean & safe buildings and grounds. Polk County would be pleased to train necessary skills and knowledge related to this position to an individual that demonstrates the ability to be flexible, a team-player, accountability and offer strong, quality customer service Open until FILLED CNA Golden Age Manor, Amery Starting $14.00 + &ull-time/Non-Exempt Position Seeking compassionate, caring individuals looking for an opportunity to serve others in the Health Care Field. We will PAY for CNA Training for the right candidate. Call Mary at 715-268-7107 for more information! Social Worker Full-time/Non-Exempt Position
Children & Family Services Department Depends on QualiĨications
Please contact Jeff F. for details.
Specific responsibilities related to children with long term support needs, including
ALL POSITIONS INCLUDE EVERY OTHER WEEKEND
children with physical, intellectual and/or developmental, emotional and/or behavioral disabilities, and those children who are involved in multiple systems of care. Must be a certified WI Social Worker, or be eligible for certification within 2 years of employment. Deadline to apply: November 18, 2018
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US rejects Wisconsin’s drug-testing plan for Medicaid BY SCOTT BAUER ASSOCIATED PRESS
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — President Donald Trump’s administration on Wednesday rejected a plan from Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker to require drug screening and testing for adults on Medicaid with no dependent children, but approved a wide array of other get-tough changes to the program. Walker, who is seeking a third term in Tuesday’s election, argued the changes would better prepare Medicaid recipients to get a job. Walker’s administration agreed to revise the drug-testing plan amid concerns identified by the federal government and commenters, Seema Verma, administrator of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, said in a letter to the state. Democrats in the Legislature opposed the Medicaid changes but didn’t have the votes to stop them. Wisconsin needed federal approval because the U.S. government helps pay for the health care program for the poor and disabled. The plan approved by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services calls for childless adult BadgerCare applicants to complete a health risk assessment. Those with a substance abuse problem would then be referred for treatment, though they would not be kicked off the program if they don’t complete it. Many critics of the drug-testing plan had argued it would be stricken down in court if enacted. Fourteen other states have some
Ground search for missing Wisconsin girl scaled back
type of drug screening or test as part of their public benefits programs, according to the National Conference of State Legislatures. Wisconsin was seeking to become the first to require it as a condition of eligibility for the Medicaid program. Walker’s spokeswoman Amy Hasenburg, when asked for reaction to the rejection of the drug test provision, called the overall plan “a huge step forward in helping people on government assistance move from dependence to true independence.” Approval of the changes come as Walker is in a tight race against Democrat Tony Evers, the state schools superintendent. Evers’ campaign did not immediately respond to a request for comment. “We want to remove barriers to work and make it easier to get a job, while making sure public assistance is available for those who truly need it,” Walker said in a statement. Wisconsin will be allowed to kick people off Medicaid after four years if they aren’t working, training for a job or participating in certain other activities. The four-year limit would not be continuous and the person could re-apply for benefits after six months. Medicaid recipients also will be required to pay a new $8 monthly premium as well as a $8 co-pay for emergency room visits that do not involve an actual emergency. The changes, approved by the Legislature in 2015, aren’t expected to be fully implemented for at least another year.
BARRON, Wis. (AP) — Wisconsin authorities are scaling back their ground search for a missing 13-year-old girl whose parents were shot dead, saying Wednesday that their investigation into Jayme Closs’ abduction is entering a new phase. Barron County Sheriff Chris Fitzgerald said in a Facebook post that the search for Jayme remains his number one priority and authorities will continue to analyze new leads. But he said incoming tips have declined, so authorities are transitioning from a round-the-clock reactive operation to a more methodical investigative approach. “I want to reassure the great residents of Barron County and everyone else across the nation who continue to support and follow this case that we have left no stone unturned,” Fitzgerald said. Jayme has been missing since early on Oct. 15, when sheriff’s deputies responding to a 911 call found the door to her family’s home near Barron kicked in and her parents, James and Denise Closs, shot dead inside. Investigators believe Jayme was abducted and ruled her out as a suspect in her parents’
killings. Fitzgerald said authorities have received more than 2,100 tips in the case. He said authorities have spent the last 18 days going over information from social media platforms, phone records, family members, friends and co-workers. “They have worked with passion, determination and resilience to solve this case and bring Jayme home. I am so proud of each and every one of them,” he said. He thanked community members who provided investigators with meals, people who submitted tips, and volunteers who helped search for Jayme, and he encouraged others to continue to report tips that might lead to her. “Just because the posture of our operations center has transitioned, does not mean the tips should stop. We still have a team oncall, to handle them as they come in. Please continue to call in your tips — there is a tip out there that will help us solve this case and bring Jayme home,” he wrote. A $50,000 reward is being offered for information that leads to Jayme.
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Daylight Saving: ‘The times they are a changin’’ Well, how is everyone doing with the time change so far? My hours of sleeping are a little confused plus with the very early darkness at night, and the wet conditions, it makes it tougher to get at those Fall projects. Our bodies will finally adjust but it may take until it’s time to change those clocks again. It’s turkey time! Yes, Thanksgiving is right around the Pounding corner. In celebration and in appreciation to the their customers, area Pavement businesses are offering a Thanksgiving Pam Humpal Turkey Drawing. For your chance to win a delicious turkey, simply fill out the entry forms found elsewhere in this issue, drop them off at the corresponding businesses, and you could be a winner. The drawing will be held at noon on Friday, November 16. Good Luck! Congratulations to this week’s AFP Football Contest winner…Paul Baardseth of Amery. He had 8 correct predictions. This is the final week of the AFP Football Contest. Please fill out your predictions on the entry form, and drop it off at the Amery Free Press office by Friday. Good Luck! Thank you to the following businesses for sponsoring the football contest…Amery Chevrolet, Dick’s Fresh Market, Nextgen, Amery Hospital & Clinic, St Croix Casino, Apple
Head Coaches Ryan Humpal and Matt Dunlap lead the team to the field and the Championship game.
ley-Boyd Football Stadium. The atmosphere was filled with excitement as we tailgated before the game, and cheered the team on during the game. Thank you to the Luck parents for organizing the fun tailgating party, and to the football team and coaches for a fun season. Now that the Fall high school sports season is complete, it is time to jump right into Winter sports. On Monday, November 19, the Amery Free Press will publish our annual Winter Sports Section featuring high school athletes from Amery, Clayton and Clear Lake. Area businesses who would like to wish the kids good luck with their season should please give me a call today at 715-2688101. Deadline is Wednesday, November 14. Now that I mentioned Monday, November 19, for our publication that week I better explain myself. With the observance of Thanksgiving week, we will be publishing the paper a day early. Deadlines for that issue will be Thursday, November 15, at 4pm for The Tab and the Amery Free Press. Thank you for your cooperation with the early deadlines. Sunday, November 11, is Veterans Day. Thank you to all of the men and women who have served and are presently serving our country. We salute you! Have you been punched in Amery? Don’t worry, with this it is a good thing to get punched. The annual Amery Christmas Punch Promotion has begun. For each $10 purchase you make at Bentley, Ryan and Gavin with the Silver Ball a participating Amery business, you will River TV & Appliance, Clear Lake True receive a punch on your special card (up Value, and Slumberland. to 5 punches per visit). Once your card is And while I am talking sports, Confilled, sign your name and phone numgratulations to the following teams ber, and drop it off in an entry box at the for having a great showing at the state Amery Free Press, Chet Johnson Drug, level… Paperworx, or Dick’s Fresh Market. *Clayton Volleyball took 2nd and Winners will receive $50 Amery Scrip brought home the Silver Ball Trophy Money. Weekly drawings will begin on *Amery Soccer took 2nd and brought Monday, November 19, with the final home the Silver Ball Trophy drawing on December 17. Good Luck, *Luck Football took 2nd at the first and thank you for shopping in Amery! ever 8-Man State Championship Game The Amery Christmas Punch Promotion and brought home the Silver Ball Trophy is sponsored by the Amery Community On Saturday, Luck played a great game Club. against Sevastopol at the very cool StanUpcoming events include…
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*Deer Hunting Gun Season begins on Saturday, November 17…it is just like a holiday for some people *11th Annual Parade of Lights & Light Up The Town is Tuesday, November 20. Parade is at 6pm. If you are interested in having a float in the parade please call 715-268-5800. Amery Fire Department will have a Chili Feed 5-8pm plus fireworks and a bonfire. *33rd Annual Amery Holiday Stroll is Saturday, December 1, from noon-4pm. Strollers can enjoy horse & wagon rides, carolers, Santa Claus, FREE hot dogs & hot chocolate, viewing gift and decorating ideas for the holidays, and visiting with fellow strollers. Participating businesses can be identified by a large red bow on their front door which is an invitation to come inside for treats and specials. Businesses wishing to be a part of the Holiday Stroll should contact me by November 16. Sorry but I need to back track a bit… the attached pictures are of my fun-loving grandsons for Halloween. They enjoyed wearing their costumes, and had a fun time. Happy Birthday wishes this week to my nephew, Mike, on November 9. Enjoy
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