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Amery hotel gets warm reception BY JESSICA DE LA CRUZ EDITOR@THEAMERYFREEPRESS.COM
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The cast of ‘The Odd Couple, The Female Version’ will entertain crowds at the Amery High School auditorium starting this Friday at 7 p.m.
‘The Odd Couple, Female Version’ promises laughs galore BY JESSICA DE LA CRUZ EDITOR@THEAMERYFREEPRESS.COM
Local audiences will enjoy some much needed laughter this weekend, as Amery Community Theater presents a female take on Neil Simon’s beloved comedy classic, ‘The Odd Couple.’ This time it won’t be a poker party at the center of attention. It’s the girls turn for antics when Florence Unger (played by Maralyn Saleh) and Olive Madison (played by Kathy Christensen) invite the Constanzu-
ela brother over for an evening of Trivial Pursuit. Simon’s twist on his original classic has earned rave reviews from the likes of the New York Post and USA Today, and will be presented to Amery audiences by Amery Community Theater and the directorial talent of Jim Thompson and Lisa Bensen. The Female version of ‘The Odd Couple’ also stars Andy Bensen as Manolo Constanzuela, Tom Hartman as Jesus Constanzuela, Bekah Hart as Sylvie, Emily Flatten as
Mickey, Ruth Mugerauer as Renee, and Linnae Seaman as Vera. Don’t miss this delightful comedy for the whole family on stage for the next two weekends. Performances will be held at the Amery High School Auditorium March 31, and April 1, 2, 7, 8, & 9. Friday and Saturday performances are at 7:00 p.m. Sunday matinees at 2:00 p.m. Tickects are $10 and available at the door, or for a $2 advance discount at Chet’s.
It’s too early to tell. That’s a lot of what we know thus far about a proposed hotel along the Apple River Flowage in downtown Amery. But what we do know is that reception to the idea has been overwhelmingly positive. And its primary investor, Ronald Anderson, has a little more incentive to push forward. A public meeting was held on March 23 to gather feedback on the concept. Anderson presented a preliminary drawing during the meeting, conceptualizing a three-story design with approximately 47 rooms (many river facing), a pool, meeting space, expanded bar area with a river view, and a riverfront boardwalk. The proposed property would sit along Riverside Blvd. between Center and Birch Streets. The design would not impact the Cattail trail. Anderson says the pool would be available for public use during certain hours, with the ability to host birthday parties and other functions. No restaurant space has been incorporated. Anderson says they plan to use local restaurants for catering needs. The idea of a hotel has been SEE HOTEL PAGE 2A
Voter Guide: Spring election is April 4 BY JESSICA DE LA CRUZ AND SUZANNE LUNDGREN SENTINEL PUBLICATIONS
Voters will elect numerous Village and Town representatives this April 4, in addition to a Polk County Judge and State Superintendent of Public Instruction. Amery School District is also one of four Polk Co. districts asking voters to weigh in on a proposed referendum. Amery Referendum Fast Facts As a large chunk of the District’s
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existing debt load gets paid off next year, the district must ask taxpayer permission to continue spending that same amount of money. At the advice of financial advisors R.W. Baird, the district is requesting a recurring $1.9 million referendum in order to take advantage of the school’s full debt levy limit without raising property taxes. The money would be used to regain many of the $3 million in programming and operational cuts that have
been made within the last five years. The district has specified that roughly $550,000 would apply to staff needs, $500,000 to technology needs, $700,000 to maintenance and security needs, and $150,000 toward curriculum and resources. By being requested as such, none of the funds could be used for facility needs. Facilities may be taken into consideration during the next debt drop off in 2020-21, which would re-
quire another referendum. Amery School District voters will be asked for a yes or no to the following question on April 4: “Shall the School Board of the School District of Amery be authorized to exceed the revenue limit under Section 121.91 of the Wisconsin Statutes beginning with the 2017 18 school year by an amount of $1,900,000 on a recurring basis for District operation and SEE VOTE PAGE 11A
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HOTEL: Concept meets initial public approval, no date yet for official site plan FROM PAGE 1A
floating around Amery’s economic development community for several years now. Thanks to the help of Paul Shafer of the Amery Economic Development Corporation (AEDC), Anderson was put in touch with independent hotel developer, Eric Tweten. Together Anderson and Tweten have been able to take the idea to the next level. For them, the downtown location is critical, because it would help make Amery a destination city. “Nobody has anything within 100 mile radius of here that’s both downtown and on the water. What stands out most to guests and why they select the hotels they do, is to be close to restaurants and bars and a vibrant downtown area. They want an up-todate and modern room, and hookups for their cell phones and laptops,” said Anderson, who explained that customers’ ideals for lodging have become much more social. “A large and inviting lobby is a new concept in hotels. People check in and come back to the lobby to socialize and gather.” Anderson also thinks that the trail-
head is key. “We have snowmobiling, and bicycling, four wheeling, fishing, kayaking and boating, that can all be done there if it’s done properly,” added Anderson. Tweten discussed the concept as a catalyst for community growth. “If there’s events happening out and around the county, they don’t ever really get to Amery. They might stay in other neighboring communities. Those dollars are then being spent outside the community,” said Tweten. “If people are coming to the industrial park, much like the leisure traffic, they’re coming to town and because there’s not an option, they’re leaving. The goal is to make Amery a more thriving community. A hotel is a social service. But without the support of the community that doesn’t work.” Tweten says they’re leaning toward a brand of hotels called ‘Grandstay,’ primarily because of the brand’s interest in the project, but also because of the extended stay rooms that could be incorporated. He says that the hotel chain would have powerful marketing reach, and should actually end up benefitting Amery’s existing motels. Anderson and Tweten will have
An example of a typical design of a Grandstay hotel.
several hurdles to overcome before a more formal site plan can be presented for approval, including transfer of two separate pieces of land—one from the city, and another from the county. A liquor license would also take some hand holding, given that Amery has no extra licenses to offer. But the challenge is not insurmountable. City Clerk/Treasurer Fran Duncanson says that by statute a neighboring township could allow the transfer of
an unused license to Amery. It’s just a matter of time, and getting it done. Planning Commission members motioned to approve the Hotel as a concept. Tweten says that once the remaining obstacles are cleared, construction is only a seven- to nine-month process. Both are hopeful that construction could be a reality as soon as 2018.
Osceola CEO fined and sentenced to home confinement in fraud case Judge calls Kellerman a ‘self-deluded charlatan,’ while active deportation order awaits enforcement BY JESSICA DE LA CRUZ EDITOR@THEAMERYFREEPRESS.COM
More than five months after pleading guilty to criminal charges, Gottfried Kellermann, 76 of Osceola, was sentenced in Federal Court Thursday for his role in the fraudulent operation of his own Osceola-based businesses NeuroScience Inc. and Pharmasan Labs. Judge James D. Peterson sentenced Kellerman to six months of home confinement, along with a $50,000 fine and five years of probation, for intentionally violating the oversight of Department of Health and Human Services programs. His company, NeuroScience, Inc., was also named in the case, and was sentenced to five years probation and a $140,000 fine for conspiring to defraud the United States. Both Kellerman and NeuroScience pled guilty to the charges in October, and in civil portions of the case agreed to pay over $6 million dollars. A history of behavior The Kellermanns’ two companies are intertwined in their day-to-day operation. Pharmasan Labs conducts neurotransmitter testing for doctors and clinics worldwide, and NeuroScience then recommends its own nutritional supplements for patients based on the results those tests. The businesses employ approximately 150 people and have been in operation since 2002. The operations themselves sit along side the Kellermann home at the end of a long grav-
el drive in rural Farmington Township, marked by a single no-trespassing sign. The case being sentenced asserted that Kellermann and his company, unbeknownst to both federal regulators and patients, manipulated the results of Pharmasan tests to create a narrower than allowed normal range, an action that identified forty percent of patients as abnormal. NeuroScience in turn recommended its own supplements to more patients than it should have. The 2016 plea agreement is the latest in a long string of legal woes for Kellermann and his companies. In the midst of the investigations the businesses were also raided by the FBI in March of 2014. In 2015 both Kellerman and his wife Mieke, who also plays an active role in the businesses, agreed to pay $8.5 million in a separate Federal lawsuit alleging Medicare and TriCare billing fraud. In 2006 the company was warned about fraudulent labeling and advertising practices involving their supplements. And since 2008, the German-native Kellerman, who is not a U.S. citizen, was ordered to be deported after being convicted of making false statements to the U.S. government in 1992. Justifying the sentence For Thursday’s sentencing decision, the defense cited Kellermann’s community involvement, contributions to science, and numerous letters of support from colleagues and employees in its sentencing remarks. “A caring community member who many in the St.
Croix Valley look to for perspective and leadership,” said Tim Pauley. “A true scientist with a heart of gold,” according to Decker Weiss. And “Known for his honest and forthright nature,” says Mark Erickson. But it was in stark contrast to the position of the U.S. Attorney’s office. Prosecuting U.S. Attorney Antonio Trillo said in his sentencing remarks that employees had also described a workplace where Kellermann called the shots and had no
Gottfried Kellermann, 76, Osceola, Wis.
patience for ethics complaints from his employees. One called him a ‘control freak,’ while another told investigators, “Kellermann just told people to do whatever he wanted done, and they did it.” In conclusion Trillo stated, “When you benefit from federal government seals of approval and guaranteed business from federal healthcare programs, you must turn square corners. There are no shortcuts. Kellermann and his companies took shortcuts, lied to
and hid information from the government.” Trillo says that as Kellerman spoke on his own behalf during last week’s sentencing, he asserted that his technology was fi fteen years ahead of Federal regulation, and therefore he should not be bound by it. Trillo says the judge admonished Kellerman for his conduct, finding that Kellermann was fundamentally unrepentant, and that he had not embraced the fact that he and his companies engaged in conduct that was fundamentally wrong. According to Judge Peterson, Kellerman’s own words painted him as a ‘self-deluded charlatan.’ He found that the public needed to be protected from any future crimes by him or his companies, adding that the root cause of NeuroScience’s conviction was Kellermann’s actions to dissemble, lie, and conceal the un-validated testing practices. What next? Although Kellermann could have received as much as a year in prison, in outlining the conditions of his probation Judge Peterson ordered everything that the prosecution had requested. Kellerman is prohibited from working at both Pharmasan and NeuroScience for the next five years. He’ll also be on ‘home confinement’ status for the next six months. NeuroScience will also be required to notify its patients and its own employees of the conviction and the basis for it. The company remains in
business, but is required to comply with U.S. Department of Health and Human Services regulations, and periodically report on its efforts to implement compliance controls. Questions remain as to the enforcement of Kellermann’s active deportation order. U.S. immigration officials say that, generally speaking, many defendants are given the benefit of due process. Pending appeals can be a barrier to enforcing deportation, as well as the agenda of any given Federal administration. Immigration officials have yet to respond to inquiries specific to the Kellermann case. But as recently as 2010, in connection with an appeal of the 2008 deportation decision, Kellermann stated that his companies would dissolve if he were deported. But in the same action he also said that he had made contingency plans to continue his role while communicating electronically from Switzerland, while his wife of 40 years remained in Osceola to run the companies. Judge Barbara S. Crabb, during a subsequent 2010 case involving a party to whom the Kellermanns owed money doubted his claims, saying, “I find it questionable whether, after 40 years of marriage, his wife will be willing to stay alone in Osceola once her husband moves to Switzerland,” adding, “Gottfried Kellermann has demonstrated a tendency to say whatever he thinks will be persuasive to the court in which he is appearing.”
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MARCH 30 Referendum Informational Meeting A proposed referendum for the Amery School District will be part of the April 4 election ballot (for voters in the Amery School District). An informational meeting with details about the referendum will be held at the Amery Middle School Media Center at 6:30 p.m. Voters will have the opportutnity to ask questtions.
‘Art Lifts Us’ A collection of art celebrating child creativity and learning from grades preK through 2 will be on display at Lien Elementary School from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Local artist Paul Oman will also make a special appearance at 6 p.m. The public is invited to attend.
Academic Art Fair Amery Intermediate School will display a collection of posters, projects, inventions and art work created by students in grades 3-5, from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. The public is invited to attend.
MARCH 31-APRIL 9 The Odd Couple (Female version) Amery Community Theater presents a Female Version of The Odd Couple March 31, April 1, 7, and 8 at 7 p.m. and April 2 and 9 at 2 p.m. at the Amery High School Auditorium. Tickets are $10 available at the door, or can be purchased for $8 in advance at Chet Johnson Drug.
APRIL 1 Benefit for Edward DeBoer A spaghetti supper fundraiser will be held for Edward DeBoer, son of Debra Hahn and Ed DeBoer at the Clear Lake Community Center from 3 to 7 p.m. Edward is 26 and was diagnosed with ALS4, a rare juvenile form of Lou Gehrig’s Disease. Proceeds will be used to make his home handicap accessible.
Bean Bag Tournament The Amery Youth Hockey Association will host their second annual bean bag tournament on Saturday, April 1 at the Amery Ice Arena. Registration begins at 11 a.m., with kids tourney at 11:30 (13 and under) is $10 per team. Adult tourney begins at 12 for $40 per team. Double elimination, best of 3 format. Cash prizes for first, second and third. Food and adult beverages served. For more information contact Kristine Greene at 715-781-4327.
APRIL 3 30th Anniversary Open House The public is invited to an open house celebrating the 30th anniversary of the Amery Area Community Center from
11 to 1. Mayor Kay Erickson will be the keynote speaker, and there will be a dedication by Austin Finch, the last remaining founding father. There will be door prizes including an Amazon Echo, Vizio TV and RCA tablet. Light lunch will be provided to the first 300 guests.
Woman’s Club Meeting The Amery Woman’s Club dinner meeting is April 3 at the Amery Village Pizzeria. Social hour begins at 5 with dinner and a Worn Again style show to follow. The Amery eighth grade winners of the Helen Mears Art Contest will display their paintings. Call Julie at 715.268.2136 for more information.
APRIL 4 Election Day Vote locally for village, township, and city races, as well as Polk County Judges, and State Superintendent of Public Instruction.
APRIL 7 & 8 Amery Spring Show The Amery Free Press will host their 14th annual Amery Spring Show at the Amery Ice Arena, Friday April 7 from 5 to 8 and Saturday, April 8 from 10 to 5. Event features home, garden and recreation businesses from throughout the area.
APRIL 8 Quinn Listening Sessions Representative Romaine Quinn of the 75th Assembly District will host several community listening sessions, including one at the Clear Lake Community Center on April 8 from 10 to 11:30 a.m. The townhall meetings scheduled by Representative Quinn are intended to encourage dialogue surrounding budget priorities. For anyone unable to attend the announced sessions, Rep. Quinn’s office can be reached at 608.266.2519 or toll-free at 888.534.0075. His email address is Rep.Quinn@legis.wisconsin.gov.
Spaghetti Fundraiser The Dresser, Osceola, and Garfield Fire Association will host their 11th Annual Spaghetti Fundraiser on Saturday, April 8 from 3 to 7 p.m. Event will be held at the Dresser Fire Hall with a shuttle from the Trollhaugen lot from 3 to 9:30 p.m. Door prizes and raffles including several guns and kids bikes. Spaghetti served for a free will donation.
will be held rain or shine, with special program by Gospel Illsuionist J.J. Bronzini. Hot dog lunch will be served, and prizes awarded. East Lincoln Alliance is located at 735 70th Avenue east of Amery.
Menomonie Singers Balsam Lutheran Church will host The Menomonie Singers on Saturday, April 8 at 7 p.m. The group will be singing a mix of sacred/classical and other music. Free will offering will be taken and refreshments will be served after the program.
Spring Salad Luncheon Balsam Lutheran Church invites you to a Women’s spring salad luncheon and quilt raffle, Saturday, April 8, featuring a wonderfully, wacky spring style show. Registration is from 10:30 to 11 a.m. with luncheon to follow. Free will donation. Quilt raffle and other drawings after luncheon.
APRIL 11 Smart Driver Course AARP will sponsor a Smart Driver Course for older drivers who want to help compensate for normal age-related physical changes. Attendees may save money on their car insurance. Class instruction only (no driving) takes place from 12:15 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. at Amery Centennial Hall. Cost is $15 for AARP members and $20 for non members. Fee includes handbook.
APRIL 14 & 15 Gun Show Amery VFW Post 7929 will host a gun show at the Amery Ice Arena on Friday, April 14 from 3 to 9 p.m., and Saturday, April 15 from 9 to 5. Admission is $5, children 12 and under are free with an adult. Five different cash prizes and an American flag will be raffled off at 4:30 p.m. Tickets can be purchased at the VFW or from a member. For table rental contact Bob W. at 715-607-0379.
APRIL 15 Easter Egg Hunt Amery Community Club’s annual Easter Egg Hunt will be held at the Soo Line Park Pavillion at 10 a.m. sharp. All children ten and under are invited to join the fun. Free Easter photo by Cahill from 9-11 with a donation of 2 non perishable food items. Firemen’s pancake breakfast will also be held at the Amery Fire Hall from 7 to 11 a.m.
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Kids fi fth grade and younger are invited to take part in an Easter Egg Hunt at East Lincoln Alliance Church, Saturday, April 8 at 10:30 a.m. Event
You’re invited to participate in the annual fundraiser that benefits 51 different non-profit organizations throughout Polk County. Donate between April
1 and 25 online at givescv.org, or mail a check to the non-profit of your choice.
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Dementia Summit The Aging and Disability Resource Center (ADRC) of Northwest Wisconsin and Northwest Alliance Community Foundation will host a Dementia Summit on Wednesday, April 26 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Our Lady of the Lakes Catholic Church in Balsam Lake. Agenda will include topics such as ‘what is dementia?’ ‘What does it mean to be ‘dementia friendly’ and ‘what is being done,’ and local resources. The event is open to all community members, leaders, business owners, volunteers, church leaders, family caregivers, professionals, and individuals with dementia.
APRIL 27 & 28 Annual Rummage Sale Amery Area Community Center hosts their annual Rummage Sale on Thursday, April 27 from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Friday, April 28 from 7:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. Donations accepted any time.
MAY 5 Brush Strokes ‘Paint ‘n Sip’ Amery Area Community Center will host a Brush Strokes ‘Paint ‘N Sip’ event May 5 at 6 p.m. Cost is $30 and snacks and adult beverages will be available for purchase, along with pop. No carry ins. You do not need to be a member to attend this event. Payment and registration due by April 28 to the Amery Area Community Center. Call 715-268-6605 for more information.
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ONGOING Lenten Fish Fry St. Joseph Catholic Church will host a Lenten Fish Fry every Friday in March from 4:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. or until sold out. Serving deep fried battered cod, baked cod, baby red potatoes, veggie, coleslaw, buns, macaroni and cheese for non fish eaters, and a dessert. Cost is $10 for adults, $9 for 65 and up, $5 for children 6-12, under 5 free. Maximum cost of $35 per family. Includes coffee, milk and lemonade. Beer will also be available. St. Joseph Catholic Church is located at 1050 Keller Ave North in Amery.
Pickleball Open gym will be held for pickleball players throughout the winter beginning in November. The High School gym will be open for playing on Wednesdays from 5:45 to 8 p.m. Cost is free. Inexperienced players welcome.
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BY TOM STANGL FROM THE PUBLISHER’S DESK
“At a time when the Post Office is losing substantial revenue from the instantaneous flow of information by email and on the Internet, slowing mail service is a recipe for disaster.” — Bernie Sanders In the newspaper business, we have a perpetual love/hate relationship with the United States Postal Service (USPS). We love the local carriers, clerks and postmasters who do their best to get our products into the hands of our subscribers. We don’t have much love for the folks that sort the mail at processing centers, where our papers can sometimes languish for days or weeks. Sometimes, go into a processing center Publisher they and are never seen again. Tom Stangl This is tremendously frustrating for our customers and the newspaper. We are both paying for a service that we are not getting. When the postal service was set up, newspapers and magazines were given a special category and rate structure, one that still exists today. In the early days of my career, it was called Second Class mail. Newspapers were (and still are) supposed to get expedited delivery and receive the same treatment as First Class mail. This would occur at the local level, but the farther away from our community that subscribers lived, the worse the service would become. This has always been an issue, but the recent changes in the time that mail is collected at local post offices have made a bad situation worse. With a lower volume of mail, the USPS has consolidated mail processing centers. This has also made delivery worse to our subscribers in the area. To improve delivery, we have been taking papers directly to many of the post offices in the county to ensure the quickest delivery possible by bypassing the mail processing centers. This adds cost for the newspaper, but we are willing to do this to keep our subscribers. But as the distances increase and the number of subscribers decrease, it becomes a losing proposition, one that cannot be sustained. The issues at the postal service are nothing new. People have been complaining about the service for decades. Postmaster Generals come and go, each vowing to be the one to finally fi x things, but service continues to deteriorate. In one form or another, the postal service touches the lives of every American. We deserve to get the service we are paying for each week. When newspapers are delayed even a few days, they cease to become newspapers. Our websites can help, but national estimates indicate that only 10 percent of print readers go online to get their news. When President Trump was campaigning, he struck a chord with many Americans with his message of “Make America Great Again.” I would humbly suggest that the United States Postal Service is about as American an institution as one can find, and if there ever was an organization that needed to be “great again,” it’s the USPS. Please, President Trump, use your bully pulpit and negotiating skills to “drain the swamp” that is the postal service. This is a place that could use your skills, and the impact would be felt by all Americans. With your business expertise, I’m sure you could make things better. 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. Thanks for reading; I’ll keep in touch. Feel free to do the same.
Cullen ramping up likely run for governor BY WISPOLITICS.COM
The election for governor is a year-and-a-half away, and Democrats don’t have an obvious challenger to Gov. Scott Walker. But one possible challenger is doing what he can to change the perception. Tim Cullen, former state senator, Tommy Thompson cabinet member, and insurance executive, has spent months working for support around the state and recently took steps necessary to begin fundraising for the long campaign ahead. Cullen, D-Janesville, said changing his registration with the Ethics Commission and opening a bank account advance a formal announcement of his intention. “If I wasn’t serious about running, I wouldn’t be doing this,” Cullen said. “You don’t do this to announce you’re not going to run.” Cullen said he plans to make a formal announcement in the spring. In the meantime, he plans to begin raising money, attend Dem district conventions and continue meeting with others as he works toward officially getting into the race. Cullen said he doesn’t have an immediate fundraising goal. “Filing this is a significant step
towards going ahead and rolling out a campaign,” he said. Cullen’s moves come as Walker, expected to seek a third four-year term next year, inches up his poll numbers. The latest Marquette Law School poll, released March 22, said 45 percent approved of the job Walker is doing, while 48 percent disapproved. In October, that split was 42-51. That’s the best mark he’s had since 49-47 with registered voters just weeks ahead of his 2014 re-election. Also boding well for Walker, insiders say, is a measure that pollsters rely on: the right trackwrong track numbers. Forty-nine percent of registered voters in March said the state is on the right track, while 47 percent said it is not. That split was 45-51 in August. Cullen, though, says the problem with Walker is the same one that has bugged the 73-year-old veteran politician since the start. “What I’m hearing out there … is that Gov. Walker just has not been the leader of this state that people expected,” Cullen said. “He’s governed only from the far right.” There are other Dems eyeing the race, but Cullen said “I don’t see anybody else getting in the
race, yet,’’ being as serious as he is. Others who could be in the mix: state Sen. Kathleen Vinehout of Alma; state Rep. Dana Wachs of Eau Claire; Dane County Executive Joe Parisi; Jefferson County District Attorney Susan Happ; Milwaukee attorney Matt Flynn; and businessmen Mark Bakken, of Madison, and Andy Gronik, of the Milwaukee area. Congressman Ron Kind, D- La Crosse, often mentioned as a statewide candidate, declared in March that he would pass on running for governor, saying instead he will give his work in Congress his “undivided attention.’’ Some analysts say that’s because he would have difficulty winning a primary, given the progressive tilt to the current Democratic Party. Despite Cullen’s efforts, many pundits say the Democrats best hopes of beating Walker may simply lie in history: that the midterm election following a president’s first win tend to go against that president’s party. With Republicans in control of Washington and Madison, Democrats are hoping for a big snapback in 2018, when U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin, D-Madison, likely will be on the ballot along with Walker.
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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Bowling is family friendly To the Editor, This is in response to Martha Heiden Letter to the Editor last week about the upcoming referendum, We do not know of any bowling alleys that do not have a Bar in them. Yes, at our establishment you do have to pass through the bar to get to the bowling alley, but it is separate from each other. We are a Family friendly place and have a respectable clientele with being a non-smoking facility. We also offer many programs to the youth during the summer and fall months, so come on down and check us out. Chris and Cheryl Sobottka Owners, Club 53 Bowling Center
Offers alternative to referendum To the Editor VOTE NO ON THE $1.9 MILLION DOLLAR REFERENDUM AS IT WILL A CAUSE AN INCREASE IN YOUR TOTAL SCHOOL TAX FOREVER The School Board’s public relations promotion material to secure a yes vote that was handed out at the Amery Community Club and mailed to all residents in the District stated that the Referendum would not increase total school taxes. This is not true as school taxes would go down based on a $2.10 value per $1,000 of equalized value because certain school bonds would be paid off. IF THE REFERENDUM PASSED IT WOULD INCREASE THE SCHOOL TAX $1.9 MILLION FOREVER and the money would go to the general fund without any restrictions as to what it can be used for. A 2018 ALTERNATIVE TO THE 2017 $1.9 REFERENDUM OPERATING LEVY TAX INCREASE A $4.0 million ten-year bond issue could be used to upgrade the equipment and the buildings and it would be restricted for that purpose. The full $4.0 million dollar bond proceeds would be available in 2018 and the ten-year principal and interest payments would be approximately $500,000 a year. Inflation savings would probably offset the interest cost and the students would have the immediate benefit of the upgraded equipment and buildings. A separate $1.0 million dollar general fund referendum increase could be used for operations as the board saw fit. Instead of the $1.9 million dollar tax levy increase, this combination of $1.5 million would result in an increase of $1.5 million per year in school taxes for ten years and $1.0 million a year thereafter. IF THE 2017 OPERATING REFERENDUM PASSED IT WOULD INCREASE THE SCHOOL TAX $1.9 MILLION FOREVER AND THE $1.5 ALERNATIVE REVERENDUM WOULD SAVE $4.0 MILLION OVER TEN YEARS AND $0.9 MILLION A YEAR THEREAFTER. REMEMBER TO VOTE APRIL 4, 2017 Dennis Carson, CPA Black Brook
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I have had the good fortune to know and work with Malia in my former capacity as the Executive Director of the Community Referral Agency, Inc., when she was recruited to serve on the CRA Board. Malia is an active member of the board and has contributed greatly to CRA’s strategic planning process and to the creation of agency policies which assist CRA clients who are crime victims- as they are survivors of domestic assault and/or survivors of sexual assault. Through her work on the CRA Board she has demonstrated honesty, fairness, creativity and great attention to detail. Malia will use these qualities on the Circuit Court bench to strike a balance between being tough on crime and creatively solving other court issues. Her ideas about the establishment of a Mental Health Court and assisting veterans are just two examples. On Tuesday, April 4th, please join me in voting for Malia Malone, Polk County Circuit Court Judge, Branch 1. She is the best candidate to continue the work and legacy of Judge Molly GaleWyrick. Sincerely, Ann Frey St. Croix Falls, Wis.
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The time is now, vote yes To the Editor and all of the taxpayers in the Amery School District: On April 4, the School District of Amery is asking you to pass a $1.9 million general fund referendum. The school board and administration did not take the decision to ask for this referendum lightly. Many hours of work, by administration and the general public, has gone in to making sure this is the right pathway for not only the school district, but also the taxpayers. The time is right. Building debt is coming off the district levy. The approval of this referendum will result in a $0 dollar tax increase to the school district part of your tax levy. You may or may not be aware that the school board has been forced to make budget cuts to deal with over $3 million in budget deficits. You may or may not be aware of the intricacies of school finance. Due to legislative and government restrictions, school districts have to operate under a very different set of rules when it comes to operations. The referendum dollars will restore most, if not all of those cuts so the schools can get back to educating our children in the way that they should be. I grew up and received my education at the Amery schools. I am a resident of the school district and my children have and are currently receiving an excellent education from the Amery schools. A strong school district equals a strong community. As a resident of the school district, it is important that we continue to strive to make Amery a strong community. The time is now. Make the right decision for the future of our children and our community. Vote YES on April 4. Let’s move the Amery School District forward for the future. Sincerely, Matthew Johnson Amery
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An endorsement for Malia Malone To the Editor, I am delighted to endorse Malia Malone as the next Branch 1, Circuit Court Judge in Polk County. Beyond a doubt Malia is the most qualified candidate. She has significant insight and experience, and is a tireless worker who knows how to tackle tough issues. Malia brings excellent credentials to this position, with a Juris Doctor/law degree and a Master’s Degree in Public Administration. As the Polk County Assistant Corporate Counsel she has worked as part of a team representing Polk County and the County Board of Supervisors on most of the counties legal issues. Additionally, Malia has led the county’s work on child support collection and on child custody issues. She has had the tenacity to work on these difficult issues and to obtain good results while treating those involved with great heart and compassion.
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Senior Citizens Hurt Most by New School Tax To the editor, Ten years ago I voted for the Amery Schools bond referendum. Not this time. I’m voting No on the new $1.9 million a year forever tax referendum. A study released by the City of Amery this month revealed one-third of the city’s residents are 64 or older. I expect almost all of these seniors are living on fi xed incomes. The last 10 years the Social Security Cost of Living Increase for these seniors has averaged only 1.7%. Savings accounts are paying less than 1%. Did you know there is approximately $2 million a year of expenses going away this year for the school district as some bond and interest payments end? This means lower school taxes and it will put real money back in the pockets of our seniors who are
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living on a fi xed income, trying to stay in their own home and paying skyrocketing medical costs. But wait. The school district says the new $1.9 million a year forever referendum tax will have $0 tax increase to homeowners. That’s not true. If the referendum passes there won’t be a property tax reduction and school taxes will increase once again. That’s a tax increase. If this referendum passes, today’s senior citizens, their children, grandchildren and those who aren’t even born yet will be paying this special new $1.9 million a year tax forever. This is regardless of future state or federal funding levels for our school district and their overall financial needs. This new forever tax isn’t the right way to fund our schools. Mark Pendergast Deer Park
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Tobacco Marketing a Sad Part of Women’s History To the Editor, March is Women’s History Month, which recognizes the accomplishments of women throughout history. This day celebrates women like Susan B. Anthony and Harriet Tubman who all worked tirelessly to create equality for women. However one way these women did not work for equality was in their risk of dying from smoking related diseases —Over the last 50 year, a woman’s risk of dying from smoking has more than tripled and is now equal to a man’s. This has not happened by coincidence. Since the 1920’s the tobacco industry has been targeting women by using themes of an association between social desirability, independence, and smoking messages conveyed through advertisements featuring slim, attractive, and athletic models. 20 million Women and girls in the U.S. currently smoke. And more than 170,000 women die of tobacco related diseases annually. While this is concerning one population of women in Wisconsin is even more effected even more; that of our pregnant women. Pregnant women in Wisconsin have a smoke rate of 14% compared to 9% nationally. While smoking during pregnancy can lead to issues like low birth weight and higher mortality rates for infants, many pregnant women continue to smoke because the pull of the addiction is so strong. Many also see it as a way to relieve stress, or struggle to quit when their support networks, like family and friends, continue to use tobacco products. This part of Women’s History does not need to be repeated. Thankfully, Wisconsin has a proven program to help pregnant Wisconsin women quit smoking. The Wisconsin Women’s Health Foundation’s First Breath program, which is facilitated by the Wisconsin Women’s Health Foundation (WWHF) through funding from the Wisconsin Tobacco Prevention and Control Program, has helped over 17,000 pregnant smokers since 2000. The program partners with nearly 1,000 prenatal care providers across the state. Program participants receive one-on-one counseling, personalized quit plans, small gifts, and text message support. Women and men alike that are ready to quit can also call the Wisconsin Tobacco Quit Line at 1-800-QUIT NOW for free help and medications. Mary Boe Elizabeth Hagen Polk County Public Health
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St. Croix Falls man wanted on child porn charges BY JESSICA DE LA CRUZ EDITOR@THEAMERYFREEPRESS.COM
After missing a scheduled court appearance on March 13, a bench warrant has been issued for 29-year-old Brandon W. Thompson of St. Croix Falls. Thompson was charged in February with nineteen counts of possession of child pornography, but failed to respond to a court summons. The complaint alleges that Thompson downloaded at least nineteen images using two briefly opened email accounts between 2014 and 2015. According to the complaint, both of the accounts were associated with Thompson, and both were closed shortly after the download activity. The download activity was flagged by Google, and reported to Polk County by the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC). All nine-
teen of the images were known to be real children from the Ukraine and Belgium. Thompson told investigators that he wasn’t very technical, and that he might have visited a few porn sites, but that was it. He said he hadn’t downloaded the images that he knew of, but that his phone did all kinds of things when it was in his pocket. A former roommate reported to authorities that Thompson would routinely show him images of girls on his cell phone that Thompson said he was going to ‘hook up’ with, and that one of the images the girl looked to be approximately twelve years old. According to the criminal complaint, investigators searched Thompson’s cloud photo storage to find more than 2500 images spanning a time frame from 2003 to 2015, the majority of which were consistent with child pornography. If you have information on the whereabouts of
Brandon W. Thompson, please contact the Polk County Sheriff’s Department at 715-485-8300.
Brandon W. Thompson, 29, St. Croix Falls, Wis.
Polk County Circuit Court Appearance Date: March 21, 2017 Chad A. Allram, 37, Dresser, inattentive driving, paid. Richard T. Anderson, 23, Clear Lake, operate motor vehicle without adequate muffler, $175.30. James C. Arnold, 51, Cumberland, operate motor vehicle without adequate muffler, paid. Jonathan T. Bazille, 16, Amery, vehicle passenger fail to wear seat belt, $10. Kari A. Berntson, 34, St. Croix Falls, speeding in 55 mph zone (11-15 mph), paid. Thomas M. Buchman, 54, Stillwater, MN, speeding in 55 mph zone (16-19 mph), $200.50. Machelle M. Carlson, 39, Amery, speeding in 55 mph zone (20-24 mph), $225.70. Michael R. Carpenter, 23, St. Croix Falls, fail to notify DMV of address/ name change, $162.70; non-registration of vehicle – auto <10,000 lbs., $175.30. Wesley T. Dzieweczynki, 26, Osceola, operate without valid license (1st violation), $200.50. Aaron E. Freeman, 22, St. Paul, MN, speeding in 55 mph zone (11-15 mph), $175.30. Shardae L. Garcia, 23, Luck, operat-
ing while suspended, $200.50. Chasta L. Giller, 20, Milltown, operating while suspended, $200.50. Theodore V. Glasby, 20, Clayton, operating while suspended, $200.50. Goldies Scrap Iron and Metal Recycling, South St. Paul, MN, vehicle equipment violations – Group 2, $200.50; violate regulations for unified carrier registration system, $200.50. Jennifer M. Hicks, 31, Centuria, OU, $187.50. Austin L. Krueger, 17, Loyal, disorderly conduct, $263.50. Larry S. Langjahr, 51, Somerset, speeding in 55 mph zone (25-29 mph), paid. Xavier C. Lasley, 21, Clear Lake, exceeding speed zones (16-19 mph), $200.50. Andrew J. Lehman, 38, Milltown, operating while suspended, $200.50; operating motor vehicle without insurance, $200.50. Peter L. Leighton, 48, Eden Prairie, MN, speeding in 55 mph zone (20-24 mph), $225.10. Jason A. McCain, 36, Siren, keep open intoxicants in MV driver, $263.50. Klorissa J. Menter, 21, Amery, vehicle passenger fail to wear seat belt, $10.
Aaron D. Michaels, 55, Grantsburg, speeding in 55 mph zone (11-15 mph), paid. Ann M. Miller, 53, Holyoke, MN, operating a motor vehicle without insurance, $200.50. Joseph L. Mitchell, 31, Roseville, MN, exceeding speed zones (20-24 mph), $225.70. Anthony C. Nelson, 24, Balsam Lake, possess open intoxicants in MV-driver, $263.50. David R. Nordquist, 57, Clayton, prohibited public nuisance, $175.30. Morgan K. Olson, 25, Star Prairie, speeding in 55 mph zone (11-15 mph), paid. Chloe A. Peterson, 16, Centuria, fail to stop at stop sign, $175.30. Mark A. Peterson, 62, Amery, speeding in 55 mph zone (11-15 mph), paid. Avery A. J. Pippenger, 17, Clayton, non-registration of vehicle – auto <10,000 lbs., paid. Steven C. Quenette, 45, Centuria, operating while suspended, $200.50; non-registration of vehicle – auto <10,000 lbs., $175.30; operating a motor vehicle without insurance, $200.50; operating while suspended, $200.50; non-registration of vehicle – auto
<10,000 lbs., $175.30; operating a motor vehicle without insurance, $200.50. Somer L. Sampson, 38, Frederic, public nuisances – breeding ground for vermin, paid. Eric K. Schueller, 48, St. Croix Falls, age, waiver of physical disqualification, $175.30. Jesse J. Scribner, 18, Clayton, operating a motor vehicle without insurance, $200.50; non-registration of vehicle – auto <10,000 lbs. $175.30; operating while revoked (forfeiture 1st), $200.50. Bobbi L. Skye, 30, Turtle Lake, exceeding speed zones (16-19 mph), $200.50. Sheila M. Specker, 59, Vadnais Heights, MN, speeding in 55 mph zone (11-15 mph), paid. Margaret E. Stone, 28, New Brighton, MN, operating while suspended, $200.50. Timothy K. Turk, 38, Centuria, operate without valid license (1st violation), $200.50. Eric T. Turner, 37, Brooklyn Park, MN, operate without valid license (1st violation), $200.50. Kyle D. Vadner, 17, Almena, operate without valid license (1st violation), $200.50.
Amery Area Municipal Court Amery Area Municipal Court was held in Amery on March 22, 2017. The following were heard: City of Amery— Autumn A. Adams, 18, Amery, operating after suspension, $124; non-registration of auto, $98.80. Amanda M. Ausen, 20, Star Prairie, operate motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10. Dennis A. Benitez, 38, Turtle Lake, speeding on city highway (1-10 mph), $98.80. Jennaye T. Brekke, 24, Amery, speeding on city highway (11-15 mph), $98.80. Vincent L. Cade Jr., 19, Amery, underage drinking – possess 17-20, 30 day driver’s license suspension, $187. Vincent R. Chase, 58, Amery, exceeding speed zones (1-10 mph), $98.80. Timmy J. Constant, 18, Rush City, MN, underage drinking – possess 17-20, 30 day driver’s license suspension, $187. Joshua M. Dahlberg, 18, Luck, exceeding speed zones (11-15 mph), $98.80. David G. Eason, 56, Amery, exceeding speed zones (11-15 mph), $98.80. Christopher R. Field, 35, Amery, vehicle operator
fail to wear seat belt, $10. 16 year old, Amery, non-registration of auto, $98.80. Allison M. Ganley, 22, Clear Lake, vehicle operator fail to wear seat belt, $10. David Houcque, 65, Roseville, MN, unlawful U/Y turn midblocki, $98.80. Cindy P. Huting, 26, Amery, violate red traffic signal, $98.80. Ashley J. Jelinek, 31, Amery, operate motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10. Auna M. Johnson, 40, Amery, possess, manufacture, deliver drug paraphernalia, $187; possession of controlled substance, $376; vehicle operator fail to wear seat belt, $10. Joseph V. Laval, 35, Amery, ride in vehicle without wearing seat belt, $10. Ruben J. Moreno, 18, Amery, underage drinking – possess – 17-20 (2nd), 90 day driver’s license suspension, $313. John C. Ostenson, 46, Clayton, vehicle operator fail to wear seat belt, $10. Hannah L. Pearson, 20, Balsam Lake, operate motor vehicle without insurance, $124. Emily A. Richison, 18, Amery, ride in vehicle without wearing seat belt, $10. Scott W. Schuler, 54, Prairie Farm, unlawful U/Y
turn midblock, $98.80. Jessica E. Somsen, 23, Amery, exceeding speed zones (11-15 mph), $98.80. Rachel L. Stream, 32, Amery, operate motor vehicle without insurance, $124; hit and run – unattended vehicle, $187. Nicholas J. Videen, 24, Amery, speeding on city highway (35-39 mph), $281.50; operate motor vehicle without insurance, $124. Christine M. Voght, 27, Amery, fail to stop at stop sign, $98.80. Tyler E. Zimmerman, 25, St. Paul Park, MN, exceeding speed zones (1-10 mph), $98.80. Not Guilty plea was entered for Zeona Steinburger for speeding. Juveniles: 13 year old, Amery, truancy, $25; truancy, $25; petty theft, $401.
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Reports in Support of Probable Cause Monday, March 27, 2017 Anthony V. Lonien, Luck was arrested on March 25 for OWI 3, operating while revoked, failure to install Ignition Interlock Device, and misdemeanor bail jumping. Jason E. Wendelboe, Frederic was arrested on March 25 for probation hold. Caitlyn L. Weaver, Cumberland was arrested on March 24 for a failure-to-appear warrant. Alexis A. Frederickson, Dresser was arrested on March 26 for OWI 1, possession of drug paraphernalia and marijuana. Edwin P. Olson, Osceola was arrested on March 21 for domestic disorderly
conduct and obstructing/resisting. Misty M. Mosay, Luck was arrested on March 25 for a probation hold. Jeremy J. Garrett, Burnsville, Minn. was arrested on March 25 for a Marathon County warrant. Joseph L. DeRosier, Clear Lake was arrested on March 26 for domestic disorderly conduct. Kelly S. Steinert, New Richmond was arrested on March 21 for obstructing an officer, failure to install Ignition Interlock Device and probation hold. Cody S. Schostek, Balsam Lake was arrested on March 23 for possession of marijuana and drug paraphernalia. Travis J. Thompson, Dallas was ar-
Amery Police Report Amery Police Report 03/17/2017 – 03/23/2017 03/17/17, 01:27AM, Assist other agency 03/17/17, 06:30AM, Assist other agency 03/17/17, 10:35AM, Suspicious activity 03/17/17, 10:45AM, Assist citizen 03/17/17, 11:00AM, Out at High School providing educational classes on drug use, dysfunction, and addiction 03/17/17, 12:25PM, Burglary report 03/17/17, 07:00PM, Assist citizen 03/17/17, 10:15PM, Welfare check 03/18/17, 02:49AM, Assist citizen 03/18/17, 08:36AM, Disturbance 03/18/17, 09:45AM, 911 hang up 03/18/17, 04:45PM, Disturbance 03/18/17, 07:30PM, Harassment complaint 03/18/17, 07:54PM, Welfare check 03/18/17, 09:51PM, Juvenile call 03/18/17, 11:01PM, Assist citizen 03/19/17, 01:30AM, Assist citizen 03/19/17, 03:46AM, Assist other agency 03/19/17, 03:58AM, Assist other agency 03/19/17, 09:39AM, 911 hang up 03/19/17, 01:20PM, Assist citizen 03/19/17, 07:40PM, Assist citizen
03/19/17, 08:49PM, Medical alarm 03/19/17, 10:07PM, Assist citizen 03/19/17, 11:27PM, Juvenile call 03/20/17, 02:17AM, Welfare check 03/20/17, 09:30AM, Juvenile call 03/20/17, 03:58PM, Assist business 03/20/17, 04:00PM, Assist citizen 03/20/17, 04:45PM, Traffic complaint 03/20/17, 05:27PM, Mental health call 03/20/17, 08:41PM, Juvenile call 03/20/17, 09:58PM, Drug activity 03/21/17, 12:53AM, Disturbance 03/22/17, 02:53AM, Assist business 03/22/17, 04:00PM, Assist citizen 03/23/17, 12:47AM, Vehicle lockout 03/23/17, 10:00AM, Juvenile call 03/23/17, 02:00AM, Juvenile call 03/23/17, 04:03PM, Assist EMS 03/23/17, 07:20PM, Noise complaint 03/23/17, 08:42PM, Mental health call Arrests: Austin Wold, 23 of Barron. Possession of Methamphetamine; Possession of Marijuana; Possession of Drug Paraphernilia; and Probation Violation.
rested on March 22 for a failure-to-appear warrant. Kevin D. Strenke, Luck was arrested on March 23 for probation hold. Justin M. Hanto, Osceola was arrested on March 21 for OWI, OWI PAC, marijuana possession and paraphernalia possession. Brandon S. Dellios, Amery was arrested on March 24 for two warrants. Joseph M. Jeanetta, Milltown was arrested on March 24 for a Polk County warrant. Dustin C. White, Luck was arrested on March 24 for a St. Croix Falls warrant. Joel C. Gray, St. Croix Falls was ar-
rested for on March 24 for misdemeanor bail jumping. Patrick J. Larsen, Turtle Lake was arrested on March 24 for a failure-to-appear warrant. These entries are based on information provided in a Probable Cause Report (facts reported by the officer at time of arrest). These alleged incidents are not a reflection of the information brought forth in a formal criminal complaint. As always, an arrested person is presumed innocent until convicted by a judge or jury.
A timeline of events in fatal officer shooting near Wausau WESTON, Wis. (AP) — A timeline of shootings Wednesday in northern Wisconsin that left a police officer and three other people dead (all times Central): 12:27 p.m. — Police are dispatched to a “domestic situation” at the Marathon Savings Bank in Rothschild, about 90 miles west of Green Bay. 12:59 p.m. —Emergency responders get a call from the bank reporting that shots were fired. Police officers from around the Wausau area respond. They find two people with gunshot wounds. The suspect is gone. 1:10 p.m. — Shots are reported about 11/2 miles away at the Tlusty, Kennedy and Dirks law office in Schofield. 1:11 p.m. — Weston Village Administrator Daniel Guild posts on Facebook that police are responding to “an active shooter situation.” 1:30 p.m. — Police are called to the Aspen Street Apartments complex about 11/2 miles east of the law office. Shots are fired. 2:02 p.m. — The D.C. Everest School District based in Weston reports that its schools were locked down. About 2:30 p.m. — SWAT teams enter a building at the apartment complex. 3:40 p.m. — School lockdowns are lifted at all but two schools. By 4 p.m. — Aspirus Wausau Hospital ends its lockdown. About 5 p.m. — Wausau police Capt. Todd Baeten tells reporters a police officer was one of the people shot, but did not reveal the extent of the victims’ conditions. He says officers are “in contact with a suspect” at the apartment complex. About 5 p.m. — Students from the two schools are taken to a safe location under police security where parents could pick them up. 8 p.m. — Police announce one Everest Metro police officer, three other people dead; say suspect in custody.
Attempted homicide trial begins in Polk County BY JESSICA DE LA CRUZ EDITOR@THEAMERYFREEPRESS.COM
Jury selection began in Polk County Circuit Court Monday in the case of Jeremy A. Frendt, a 40-year-old Luck man facing attempted homicide charges. Frendt allegedly assaulted and stabbed 26-year-old Nasheika Albertus, causing her to flee between an outbuilding and a camper. Frendt is alleged to have rammed the camper with a pickup truck, pinning Albertus and crushing her pelvic area and injuring her shoulder and back. The incidents are alleged to have occurred around September 27, 2016. Authorities caught up with Frendt on September 29 at St. Croix Regional Medical Center, after he made appearances with Albertus at two prior hospitals in Grantsburg and St. Paul. While at St. Croix Regional Medical Center, Frendt admitted to using methamphetamine during the alleged incident. Frendt has prior drug offenses and a previous criminal history that includes reckless endangerment through use of a firearm.
The complex case involves an ongoing drug investigation, tying in a large amount of Polk County officials and witnesses. Jurors will decide four charges: Attempted first degree intentional homicide, aggravated battery, felony bail jumping, and second degree reckless injury—all with ‘repeater’ enhancers. The original charges were fi led by former District Attorney Dan Steffen in October. Outside of the scope of this case, Frendt is also facing bail jumping and methamphetamine-related charges in Polk County. This will be the first criminal jury trial in Polk County in more than eight months. Newly elected District Attorney Jeff Kemp and defense attorney Donna Burger could not reach a plea agreement in the matter. This will be District Attorney Kemp’s first criminal jury trial. Proceedings are expected to last the majority of the week.
Right, Jeremy A. Frendt, 40 of Luck in an appearance during a March motion hearing. JESSICA DE LA CRUZ | AMERY FREE PRESS
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Polk County Active Arrest Warrants BY JESSICA DE LA CRUZ EDITOR@THEAMERYFREEPRESS.COM
Polk County currently has more than 800 individuals with active, open arrest warrants. According to the Clerk of Courts office, the following list is current as of March 17, 2017. If you have information on whereabouts of any of the following individuals, Sheriff Pete Johnson asks that you not try to take action on your own. Please contact your local police department or the Polk County Sheriffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Department at 715-485-8300 and they will make contact. Questions about listings that may be in error should be directed to the Polk County Clerk of Court, Jobie Bainbridge, at 715-485-9299. Aarhus, Jacob Benjamin Acosta-Gonzalez, Jose Adair, Sean M Adams, Cameron Philip Ahartz, Jerry Scott Akkerman, Jerold Jay Albee, Tad Anthony Ali, Margan Mohames Alvarado, Victor Reyes Alvarez, Daniel, Jr Amador Hernandez, Jose Cesar Ammerman, Jennifer Lynn Anderson, James L Anderson, Jeremiah Dean Anderson, Jessica H Anderson, Molly Nan Anderson, Todd Francis Andrews, Joseph Richard Antell, Brandon James Anthony, Thomas Van Armstrong, Barbara Armstrong, Todd A Ash, Leanne Sue Aus, Michael James, Jr Autrey, Kristie Lynn Avila, Zulema Ayala, Roberto C Babcock, Mitchell Thomas Bachman, Brandon R Bady, Sedric L Barber, Myron Lamar Barnes, Peter J Barre, Sharmarke Warsame Bartelt, Gregory C Bartelt, Gregory Charles Bass, Eric Randolph Basting, Theresa Ann Beaty, Christopher M Beaudin, Raymond A Beckman, Timothy Alan Bednarek, Joanne M Beebe, Bryce C Beebe, Renee A Belanger, Kim Michael Belford, Kelly J Bell, Anthony O Bell, Kenton Bruce Bellanger, Bruce Benesch, Joseph Harold Benoit, Greta Renee Benson, Nathan John Benton, Robert Thomas Berg, Brandon D Berger, Dean A Berkey, John Daniel Bertzyk, Bonita J Berumen, Luis Flores Bestland, David Dwaine Betts, John Afton Beyer, Robert R Biagi, Michael Thomas Bierbrauer, Arthur George Biesemeier, Dennis Allen Biggins, Katelyn Elizabeth Birrenbach, Nicholas A Blakey, Cody J
Blanford, Charles H Blanford, Charles Harry, III Bloomquist, Michelle Bloomquist, Thomas Neal, Jr Blue, Dakotah J. A. Bluehorse, Adrianne C Bodinski, Daniel Joseph Bofferding, Michael Lawrence Bolduc, Zoeann M Boos, Jay Steven Bordeaux, Trisha Lynn Boudeaux, Trison A Boyce, Jordan Anna Boyd, Bernadine A Boyer, Adam K Boyles, Joan M Bradford, Dustin D Bradsteen, Joseph Brahs, Kevin L Bratsch, Craig Steven Briscoe, Matthew Jon Brolin, Bruce Milton Bronson, Kelly L Brown, Alfred Walter Browning, Karen Lynn Brunette, Ronald G Bruns, Steven W, III Brutger, Matthew M Bryant, Glinda M Bubendorf, Jeffrey E Buck, Joseph R Budge, Scott M Bundy, Elizabeth L Bungert, Anita J Bungue, Jason Arthur Burcham, Alyce Burlen-Benj, Michael St. John Burnett, Louise Virginia Burnside, Angela K Bushey, David A Butler, Garrett Paul Cain, Thomas Jefferson Callahan, Chad Alan Camarillo, Nicolas Alcala Cannon, Rossi Bistodeau Carey, Patricia Marie Carlson, Hope M Carlson, Kevin C Carlson, Robert A Carlson, Russell Kenneth Carlson, Verne Jay Carmona, Jaime H Carpenter, Dave Paul Carpenter, Steven Lee Carr, Bruce S, Jr Chairse, Quardale D Charles, Samuele Chock, Randy Lee Cholico, Paulimo Christiansen, Robbie W Christy, Kellie Clancy, Joe Clark, Jennifer L Clark, Jon Scott, Jr Clark-Hayes, Michael S Cleveland, Carlos Mendoza Cline, Mikle A Clippard, Curtis Russell Cobb, James Arthur, JR Coen, Carol E Colman, David Jeffrey Comeaux, David Joseph Condon, Tina Marie Connolly, Karrie Ann Connor, Margaret Jo Conrad, Karen Marie Constantine, Michael James Conter, Joshua D Cook, Andrew A Coomer, Robert D Coon, Edward Cooper, Jason A Cortes, Chantea Hilary Cossor, Katherine Ann Costanzo, Lindsey L Costanzo, Patrick Paul Cowley, James Ronald Critton, Caleb Joel Crosby, Kristin E Crosby, Kristine E Curtis, Kyle Lee
Dadovich, Thomas Jordan Dahl, Indigo Zee Dahl, Olliscia W Daniels, Billy J. Davis, Nicholas A Davis, Patricia Ann Davis, Russell William, Jr Davis, Scott Glen Day, Laure Lynn Day, Noah Ian Delage, Bradley Scott Delaney, Brett Alan Delao, Emily V Deloye, Donald Paul, Sr Demarais, Peter David DeMeules, Duane C Demeules, Joshua Alen Denasha, Leo L Denney, William Dean Denny, Jennifer Lyn Diamond, Donald J Dishner, Steven Leonard Dix, Nathan Daniel Dockendorf, Dustin Dale Doiron, Kirby Wayne Dombrock, Christopher Dominguez, Emilio Fransisco Donyen, Dekonte Patrick Dortch, James B Dotson, Terrill Dougherty, Mary Beatrice Douse, Daniel C Duarte-De Leon, Jesus Ducsay, Desmond Wayne Duffy, Kile Colin Duke, Donald Ray Duncan, Christopher R Duncan, Jonathan H Dupont-Almen, Denise M Dustin, Sarah Beth Ebert, Cameron David Eckert, James A Egan, Dawn Marie Egge, Joey L Elizardo, Victor A Elledge, Beth Anne Elliott, David J Ellis, Michael J, Jr. Englund, Daniel Erickson, Bryan T Erickson, Christopher M Erickson, Jacob James Erickson, Jon N Evans, Shane C Everson, Randy Lee Fairbanks, Carla Kay Fehlen, Ronald Robert Fellrath, Ross B Fenney, Mark J Fern, Jaimie Jean Fierro, Darrell L Fikes, Sean Charles Fischer, Ronald John Fisher, William Maxwell Fjelstad, Marion E Flanagan, John Patrick Flavin, Jack Michael Flemino, Loretta L Flick, Bruce H Flores, Anastacio Agustin Fonoti, Sikoi Masoli Fontaine, Robert Jon Ford, Brian Charles Forrest, Darrin Lee Fortier, Brenda Anita Fortney, Donald W Foyt, leslie J Frank, Rhonda Renee Franklin, Angela Denise Freeman, Anthony Steven Frenzel, Monty J Froemel, Jack Phillip Frovarp, Kenneth Allen Frye, Terry Duane Fulliam, James D, Jr. Funk, Kyle James Gagne, Michael Gerard Galicia, Baltasar Torres Garcia, Danette F. Garcia, Danette J. Gaskins, Norman Edward
Gasper, Shane D Gates, Douglas Gay, Ryan Wesley Gebo, Joshua M Geerman, John Harvey Georgakopoulos, Charles R Gerster, Bradley John, III Gertner, Randy Lee Gibbons, Kirsten A Giebel, Paul M Giguere, Aryanna K M Gilbert, Donovan James Gill, Arthur W Gilpin, Fragile S Gjerdahl, David Jerome Glaser, Richard Raymond Golden, Kristy Anne Gonzalez, Edgar Torres Gould, Levi James Grant, Sharon Dorothy Gray, Mark Alan Greeley, Gale Anne Green, Alex Michael Greene, Andrew P Greer, Mack Lee Gregorio, Delfino Garrido Gregory, Bruce Allen Gregware, James C, SR Greiner, Dale Gary Griffin, Dawn Allison Griggs, Jessica Lynn Grimes, Deshaneon Chenet Gusman, Leroy Julior, Jr Hall, Jeffery N Hall, Kala K Hall, Lisa R Hamilton, Jesse Trevor Hamilton, Mary E Hannon, Curtis Hanson, Matthew Allen Hanson, Sheila M Harer, Timothy Lee Haro Briones, Angel Harrington, Pamela R Harris, Sammie L Harvey, David B Haugley, Anthony Joseph Hauptman, Deborah Hope Hawkins, Dorothy B Hawkins, Roxanne R Hayes, Kim M Heid, David J Heiman, Jeffrey T Heinecke, Ricky D Helgeson, Lindsay Mjaanes Helland, Darreld Gene Helm, Joseph P Helm, Misty L Hemker, Renae Marie Hendrickson, Nolan M Hensley, Nicholas R. Henthorn, Mary Jane Herberg-Brown, Jamie Hernandez, Felix Alexander Hernandez, Jose Luis Benitez Hernandez, Marcos Ortega Herrera, Lynn Carol Heryla, Samuel William Hickman, Crystal Lee Hightower, Sabrina M Hill, Heidee Marie Hinkley, Gregory B Hoi, Tabitha A Hoff, Sandra L Hoffman, Jeffery A. Hogue, Thomas M Hoke, Hildagarde Durene Holden, Raphael Martin Holgate, Scott Robert Holmgren, Chad A Holtzbauer, Katrease Marie Homewood-Gilchrist, Sara Honaker, Herbert J Honkola, Darren Sean Hoppe, Dennis James Horgan, Murry Donovan Hornbaker, Jordan Brock House, Nile Olon Howell, Michael Delaney Hudalla, John Howard Huff, Dimitrious Deevon
Hughes, Mitzi E Hughes, Ronald G. Hurt, Gary B Irvin, Steven Lee Isaksen, Shelbie A. Jack, Tanya L Jackson, Francine Leone Jackson, Gerald Marvin, Jr Jackson, Jay Vincent Jackson, TekeII T Jacoboski, Debra L Jacobs, Aaron Benjamin Jacobs, Jason A Jacobson, Michael D Jama, Mahamed Ali James, Anthony Gabriel Janiak, Dale Allen, Sr Jenkins, Mark Anton Jensen, Sheila Maureen Jesso, Lucas Joseph Jewell, Mae Marie Jewell, Michael Lyman Johnson, Barbara L Johnson, Christon Lee Johnson, Daniel J Johnson, Drake E Johnson, Jacob Edward-Allen Johnson, Leslie Dyan Johnson, Melissa Anne Johnson, Michael Wade Johnson, Shannon Rose Johnson, Simeon Clarence Johnson, Travis Wayne Johnston, Dean J Jones, Aaron Blake Jones, Cedric L Jones, Chad A Juleen, Michael C Kachmarzinski, Robert John Kaiser, Andrew J Kalland, Todd Steven Kamin, Aaron M Kampmeyer, Anthony Joseph Kangas, Allen L Kangas, Lisa Marie Karsky, Matthew A Kassera, Mitchell Jeffery Kaufer, Joshua Jacob Kealy, Kenneth M Kellogg, Kimberly A Kellum, Jeremy Douglas Kellum, Richard Randall Kelton, Terri Kemerling, Kevin W Kemp, William David Kempinski, Peggy S Kennedy, Lee Rockne Kern, Matthew Jacob Kersey, Robert David Khalif, Muhumed A Killebrew, Lloyd G Kirby, Brian Charles Kirilyuk, Aleksandr Kirkevold, Melissa A. Kissling, Daniel Carl Knebel, Robert T Knudsen, Trevor Dylan Kodlowski, Anthony Ralph Koenig, Michael John Koerte, Fredric K Kollmann, Molly A Kolstad, Christopher John Kolstad, Ralph Albert Kopp, Deanna M Kowalski, Kristofer S Kowalzek, Michael Alwin Krause, Benjamin E Kraushaar, Jeremiah M Krinkie, Trevor Jon Krunkkala, Daniel James Kvitek, Kim Lakeberg, Andrea M Lampkins, James Richard, Jr. Langford, Sandra C Larsen, Patrick J Larsin, Savanna Jean Larson, Daniel Larson, Jerry Lee Larson, Kirsten D Larson, Timothy G CONTINUED ON PAGE 9A
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Monroe, Kevin Moody, Aldena A. Moore, Donald C, III Moore, Kathleen Elaine Morales, Miguel Ruben Morrell, Scott Daniel Morris, Jesse J Moser, Charles G. Mossberg, David V Mroz, Jessica Lynn Mueller, Thomas H Mueller, Thomas Harold Mull, Shannon L Mundahl, Rick James Munoz-Reya, Jorge Munson, Leona Sue Munson, Stephen Roger Murphy, Cortinez Deshaun Murphy, Mary Kathleen Nase, Jacob G Naylon, Chayla Maureen Neiber, David F. Nelson, Barry C Nelson, David Scott Nelson, Forrest James Nelson, Justin W Nelson, Ricky A Nettum, Donald Neuman, Jennifer Lynn Nichols, Charles S Nigro, Mark J Noll, Patrick Nathienael Noor, Yonis Norsten, Jonathan Thomas Norsten, Justin Michael Ocelo, Miguel F Oday, Amelia C Odegaard, Cari Lyne Olson, Joshua Alexander Olson, Kirk Frederick Olson, Theresa Kelly Oneal, James Edward Osmonson, Michael Ottoson, Jordon Carl Palmer, Tamara D Parker, Riley J Parks, Jesse Marvin Patenaude, Donald C Patterson, Darrell Rufus Paul, Jeffrey Lee Payne, Michael Andrew Payne, Walter Alan Payton, Edward John Pease, Michael Brian Peden, Ronald R. Perkins, Lissa Perry, Joseph Floyd Peterson, Andrew R. Peterson, Cindy Lou Peterson, Ronnie Charles Peterson, Shawna M Peterson-Christensen, Eric J Pfiffner, Daniel Allen Philbrook, Morgan Charles Phillips, Christa L Pickar, Zachary A Pickhartz, Shane A Plahn, Kerry L Plor La Hey, Saw Poidinger, William Polejewski, Carmen Kay Porter, Willie Michael Post, Lynn P Prepodnik, Dustin Michael Price, Dondal Vincent Prokosch, Joshua Blake Prouty, Travis J Pugh, Chad M
Putman, Christopher Rabe, Nicholas A Rader, Larry P Rainey, Jason Allen Rainey, Marcel Luis Ramirez, Tiodolo Ramirez, Tiodolo, Jr Rassier, Matthew Robert Raush, Thomas P Redfern, Rocky R Redmond, James A Reedy, Jerome Mark Revilla, Patricia R Ricci, Peter Christopher Richey, Thomas Calvin Riggins, Johnnie B Rintala, Miriam Danielle Ritari, Clarance Arvid Robertson, Jason Michael Robinson, Emily R Robinson, Kevin M Robinson, Shaquill Ali Rock, Robert Edward Rockwell, James Donald, Jr. Rod, Christina Marie Rodgers, Richard James Rodysill, Rachel Marie Ross, Patrick C Royal, Demetra Nicole Royce, Patrick B Russell, Yero S. Ryan, Matthew Dennis Said, Mohamed Said, Mohamed A Salez, Miguel Salgado, Faustino Armenta Sam, Sierra Christine Sanchez, Francisco Acosta Sandlin, Scotty J Sanford, Wesley Irving Saumier, Benjamin T Saunders, Floyd Lindberg Sauve, Susan M Scanlon, Katlyn A Schabacker, Lisa Ranae Schinagel, Capri Ann Schlang, Stephen Blair Schleis, Joshua Martin Schmaedeka, Jon Mochael Schmelzle, John P. Schmitz, Craig Allen Schnichels, Thomas M Schonebaum, Theodore P, IV Schreader, Joshua Michael Schroeder, Jeremy M Schroenghamer, Cynthia Marie Schuldt, Shawn Lee Schulties, Kathleen Connelly Schultz, Derek Thomas Schultz, Kristopher James Schulz, Jay Lee Schwartz, Janie Patricia Schwartz, Terry Lee Schwarz, Nathan Jay Schweitzer, James Lester Secouler, Joshua A Selix, Daniel Edward, JR Sellrath, Ross B Sepulveda, Jaffet Bogar Sessions, Sarah J Seuberth, Nerrissa Lynn Severson, Terrance M Shaddrick, Michael J Sheehan, Peter Shane Sheffield, Renee Ann Shepherd, Ella M Shepherd, Roger D Shilts, Peter E
Local Active Warrants
Amery Area Municipal Court lists the following open, active arrest warrants as of March 23, 2017: •Jose DeJesus Chuy, No Current Address, Underage at tavern. •Tahsha Rae Goldberg, Princeton, Minn., Theft & Possession of Marijuana. •David Cardenas Gonzalez, Baldwin, No Driver’s License, open intoxicants.
•Julio Antonio Gonzalez, Dresser, Operating without a valid license. •Cayla M. Hall, River Falls, Operating without a valid license, transport •Julio Cesar Martinez-Herrera, Clear Lake, No valid driver’s licence. •Robert C. Troutz Jr., New Auburn, worthless checks. •Paul F. Wishard, Amery, worthless checks.
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Sibila, Christopher Allen Sibila, Michelle Lee Siedow, Charles M Siegel, Brian Alan Simons, Christopher Jay Skaff, Thomas Joseph Skalicky, Michael Shean Skrypez, Michael James Slattengren, Shawn Joseph Smith, David John Smith, Devon Lamont Smith, Eamonn Francis Smith, Gregory Dean Smith, Jasen Adam Smith, Jay Owen Smith, Kevin Walter Smith, Kim Lee Snyder, Gary Ray Sobolik, Michael Jon Sowers, Benjamin H, JR Sparkman, Amber D Spencer, Adam Christopher Sperr, Charles H Spicer, Adam Wayne Spies, David Dale Spivey, John W, Jr Spooner, Michael Edward Spry, Jeremy R Stadt, Jamie Martin Stawnychy, Joseph Michael Steffensen, Kristin Hope Stenlund, Rory Kenneth Stephenson, Jerod Carl Stetten, Todd Edward Stevenson, Robert Lewis Stewart, Anthony Mark Storms Mclaughlin, Ian Stout, Sarah Jewel Strandmark, Nicholas A Stream, Loren k Stuck, William I Sturdivant, Kevontrae Lavelle Sund, Gerald Sundstrom, Linda Marie Sutherland, Daniel Scott Swanson, Charlette Swanson, Kadye L Swanson, Shawn Christopher Swart, John Paul Swenson, Jamie L Swinehart, Alysia Jean Tacheny, William Arthur Tandoh, Aaron D. Taris, Jermaine Clinton Taylor, Gene Allen Taylor, Robb A Taylor, Stephen W Tellez, Carlos M Tepox, Rafael Astacio Thao, Bee Thies, Danielle R Thomas, Victor Terrell Thompson, Anita G. Thompson, Brandon W Thompson, Travis J Thorp, Bradley G Tibbetts, Robert Dean Tipler, Mark Leon Tix, Angela J Tjepkes, Victor Lee Tofsrud, Lisa J Tolbert, Jamal Karim Torres, Luis Daniel Tracy, Maria C Tresvant, Catrina Shante Triemert, Ellysabeth Troutz, Robert C, Jr Turner, Jodi Lyn
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Polk County Marriage Licenses Monday, March 27, 2017 Travis J. Close and Alyssa D. Lehmann were issued a marriage license on March 21, 2017. Cory D. Sauer and Hailey M. Breister were issued a marriage license on March 21, 2017.
John R. Couillard and Jennifer L. Johnson were issued a marriage license on March 21, 2017. Mitchell E. Larson and Brittanie M. Fehlen were issued a marriage license on March 23, 2017.
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front door and possibly with a key, according to owner Heebink. Fact of the matter is that they apparently were in no hurry to leave for the beds had the appearance of having been slept in by the yeggs.
Nearly Asphyxiated The H. N. Griffin family had a very narrow escape from being asphyxiated with gas last Sunday morning when gas from their coal stove escaped into the rooms. Mr. Griffin although only partially conscious when he awoke had presence of mind enough to call for his parents, Mr. and Mrs. George Griffin, who when they arrived found Mrs. Griffin in a very serious condition, restoratives were immediately administered and she is now wholly recovered from the ill effects.
95 Years Ago March 30, 1922 Fine New School at Clear Lake A new school building will be erected in Clear Lake this spring the size of which will be 82x126 ft., two stories and a basement. It is estimated that the building will cost, when complete, in the neighborhood of $120,000. The bids were let last Tuesday and Clear Lake seemed a mecca for contractors and specialty men. Over 50 bids were submitted. This would seem to indicate that big building is sort of at a stand still and Clear Lake has no doubt had the advantage of receiving figures on that account.
About This Time of Year No married man is quite sure of the arrival of spring until he goes home some balmy day and finds that Friend Wife has taken a sudden notion that it is time to do the semi-annual housecleaning. And then, despite the cheerful chirping of the feathered songsters, the spicy zephyrs as they drift up from the southland, and the warming rays of the friendly sun, all the joy departs out of life, and darkness reigns. The average man would just about as soon have an attack of the seven-year itch as to undergo the agonies of housecleaning. Where to masculine eyes all is “comfy” and immaculate, the female of the species has no trouble at all in collecting at least a bushel of dirt to the square foot, and in turning all the comfortable loafing spots about the house into a desert of cleanliness and cheerlessness. The good old pipe has to be rescued from the garbage can; that book that was started the other day, is found in the basement; your old chair has been tied up so that it no longer fits; you eat your meals off the sideboard, and said meals consist mostly of canned stuff, because the stove is being manicured. Housecleaning may be vital and necessary, but if the average man had a day’s advance notice of the impending disaster he would take to the woods with great enthusiasm and wait for the storm to blow over.
April 4, 1957 Two Liquor Issues Lose in Vicinity
Northern Supply Company The oldest Wisconsin corporation in this section of the state engaged in the grain and hay shipping business was the Northern Supply Company. The company was organized and incorporated in June 1898 with a capital stock of $40,000. The concern first began doing business in Amery where it bought the grain elevator, feed mill, hay and potato houses. The buildings were located on Central Ave. near the Apple River and in 1989 the city council ordered the owners to demolish the buildings.
70 Years Ago April 3, 1947 W. W. Winchester Laid to Rest People from this entire section of the state, county and community gathered at the Congregational church to pay their last tribute to W. W. Winchester, for over 56 years civic and community leader. Mr. Winchester passed away on March 29, in his 82nd year and closed a book of life filled with the development and history of this area from the early days of the wilderness and saw mills to the present day farming and industrial era, a development responsible in many instances to his leadership in public affairs in which he took an active part throughout his entire span of life. Mr. Winchester stopped in Amery on June 10, 1890, enroute to Montana to visit a schoolmate, Charles Hall, who persuaded him to stay over a few days, which developed into a stay of almost 57 years. At the time Amery consisted of five sawmills and five slab furnaces and the manpower necessary to keep them in operation. After working for two years in the mills, Mr. Winchester established a jewelry and optical business and continued in this business until being appointed postmaster by President Harding in 1923. He served as postmaster until 1936 and resumed his optical and jewelry business after leaving the postal service. Mr. Winchester was active in civic affairs, holding every village and city office at one time or other. He served as mayor of the city for many years and as a member of the county board for five years, two of which he was chairman of that group. In 1892 he took the first Amery census and found the population to be 912.
65 Years Ago March 27, 1952 Winters Last Fling Just so residents of this area are aware that it’s not entire-
ly spring yet, March “cooked” up a terrific snow and blow around the Midwest last Saturday stalling all traffic and causing many discomfitures. Beginning with heavy snow early Saturday, the storm gathered momentum all day long. Coupled with a strong wind, the snow whipped sufficiently to block most traveled lanes. Some 14 inches of snow fell during the storm to boost the total for the month of March to 21.1 inches according to the Black Brook official government recording station. So far this year, 63.4 inches of snow has fallen as compared with 93 inches during the last year. Much of last year’s snow came in March with 41 inches falling during that month. Following the heavy snowfall, the weatherman decided that a “full dress rehearsal” was in order so he dropped the temperatures too. Tuesday morning a low of 7 below was recorded but it did recover until it reached 34 above during the day. Wednesday morning it was 1 above. Precipitation for the year, to date, is normal with the month of March making up for a deficit in the months of January and February.
Ah –h – h… Should anyone around this community catch Bob Iverson whistling these days, you can just bet the tune will be “Yankee Doodle Dandy.” Why? It’s quite a story but take it from this newspaper, it’s an expensive little musical number for Bob…it lost him $100. It all happened when he was called on the “Movie Quick Quiz” by Jack Horner last Wednesday evening. He was asked to name the tune most popular during the Revolutionary War, but failed to pick the correct answer despite coaching from his wife. But all was not lost. He still wins some Tint-Hair, a Permanent Wave kit, and Clorets (for unpleasant breath).
What a Day! “Oh for the life of…”was a fervent wish of Henry Dahlquist out Deronda way after a series of episodes last Sunday that almost led him to distraction. Following Saturday’s storm, the farm was completely snowbound and to start things rolling, the front storm door swung in the wind and smashed. Hank next ventured down to the barn and found the pressure system completely uninterested in functioning, so he started shoveling the yard. While he’s attempting to quit smoking, he found that a craving still existed for a smoke, but he was out of cigarettes. To ease the tension, he ventured into the house to watch television. That’s right! It wasn’t working, either.
60 Years Ago March 21, 1957 Remodeling Conrad’s for New Restaurant “New Home of Lee’s Café” is the sign hanging in the window of the former Conrad’s Grocery in Amery. It tells the story of a recent transaction whereby LeRoy Berenschot leased the building for his new café. Extensive remodeling and fixture changes are underway in the new building. Just when the opening date will be is still in doubt. Mr. and Mrs. Berenschot formerly operated Lee’s Café in the building razed to make way for the new Chet Johnson Drug Store. The well-built structure formerly occupied by a Fairway store owned by Mr. and Mrs. Conrad Nessen, has been vacant the past several months.
Just Like Home Thieves recently entered the Cecil Heebink cottage on Lake Wapogasset and looted it to the tune of $1,000 in household furnishings. Unchecked for about three weeks, the cottage was apparently entered by way of the
The “drys” have it! That, briefly, tells the story of two liquor questions area voters decided at the polls on Tuesday. The village of Star Prairie citizens voted by 2-1 margin (actual vote count unobtainable) to keep the town “dry” so far as liquor sales are concerned. Taverns there will, however, continue to sell beer. One long-time Star Prairie resident told this newspaper on Wednesday morning that it has been about 15 years since the village has permitted the sale of liquor. That, of course, will not be changed this year. The town of St. Croix also turned down a referendum that would have made it legal to issue liquor licenses in the town. Final tally showed 114 against the issue while 81 voted for it.
Growing Concern Any way you look at it, the community’s attitude is one of more interest in the youngsters. With the advent of Little League baseball here, another milestone of accomplishment for the good things in life is just in the offing. A program embodying such wholesome aspirations certainly merits the support of every parent. It should further cement community relationships between youth and adult. Yes, Amery Flyers are in the line for plaudit for their interest in the program. It demonstrates once again the spirit, which prevails throughout this northwest Wisconsin.
35 Years Ago April 6, 1982 Holmes Urges Parents to Warn Children Amery Police Chief Mike Holmes advised patents to caution children about talking to strangers or accepting rides from persons they don’t know. An Amery girl reported to authorities last week that a man she didn’t recognize had offered her a ride to school. Checking into the matter, police said that the incident merely involved a neighbor the girl didn’t recognize offering here a ride. “While the incident in Amery was harmless, it is a good time to ensure that our children understand that strangers can pose a threat to their well being,” said Holmes.
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stitutional obligation to serve all of our children.” His campaign website says nothing explicit on vouchers, but does say, “I will continue to stand up for our children, and do what is right for the future of our State no matter their financial circumstance. I will vigorously defend our public schools, so we never pit the haves against the have nots.”
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Amery’s total mill rate, a figure used to determine property taxes and shown in dark gray in this chart, is forecasted to drop off significantly starting in 2017-2018, and again in the 20202021. The decreases are due to the district paying off existing debt load. The proposed $1.9 recurring operational referendum, shown in light gray, would generate revenue for the district and allow for an investment in operational needs, while avoiding the need to raise property taxes. FROM PAGE 1A
maintenance purposes including maintaining and restoring staff positions, upgrading curriculum and instructional programs and support services, addressing deferred maintenance needs and upgrading technology and building security as provided in the foregoing resolution?” An informational meeting will be held at the Amery Middle School on March 30 at 6:30 p.m. More information is also available on the District website, at amerysd.k12.wi.us.
Polk County Judge
Recently appointed Polk County judge Dan Tolan will face challenger Malia Malone for the Branch 1 seat.
Dan Tolan Governor Scott Walker appointed Dan Tolan to the judgeship in January, fi lling a vacancy left by retiring judge Molly GaleWyrick. Tolan has lived in Luck for most of his life, raising a son there with his wife, Susan. Experience Before he took the bench, Tolan was an assistant district attorney in Polk County. He had also served in the same capacity in Burnett and Washburn counties, and had done private work for Polk County’s public defender’s office. Tolan boasts nearly two decades of experience in family law, real estate, and criminal law, with “extensive experience” in different phases of criminal law. Campaign promises Tolan emphasizes treating people fairly, and says he has a reputation for doing so. He has also said the courts must operate more efficiently, handling an overload of cases in a timely manner. He acknowledges a severe drug problem in Polk County, and says he would address it by expanding programs that work, eliminating those that don’t, and aiming to increase community involvement in solving the problem.
Malia Malone Malia Malone moved to Wisconsin in 1987, graduating from high school in Hayward. She now lives in Turtle Lake with her two teenage daughters. She has a juris doctorate law degree from Hamline University and a mas-
ter’s degree in public administration. Experience Malone works for Polk County as assistant legal counsel and head of the child support agency. She lists experience in “nearly every kind of case,” including civil and criminal litigation, restraining orders, family law and children in need of protection. Campaign promises Malone has said she would get the court’s budget under control and improve the treatment court to include a mental health and a veterans court. “If someone goes overseas to fight for our freedom and returns with PTSD and engages in behavior that would otherwise be considered criminal, we owe them something more than putting them directly into our criminal justice system,” she said. She believes methamphetamine and opiate addiction could also be addressed in treatment court, helping low-level or first-time offenders get help while punishing dealers more severely.
State Superintendent Wisconsin’s Superintendent of Public Instruction, Tony Evers, will face “kidservative” Lowell Holtz.
Tony Evers A lifelong Wisconsin resident, Evers was first elected Superintendent of Public Instruction in April 2009, and re-elected in April 2013. He began his career as a classroom teacher, and has since worked as a principal, school district administrator, Cooperative Educational Service Agency (CESA) administrator and deputy state superintendent. Common Core Evers supports Common Core standards and in 2014 opposed attempts by some Republican legislators and Governor Scott Walker to create a state board capable of overriding the superintendent to re-write education standards. The legislation didn’t make it out of committee before the legislature adjourned. Wisconsin was an early adopter of Common Core and Evers has supported the standards since 2011. School Choice Evers has said private-school voucher programs create “more choices for the few without focusing on their con-
Lowell Holtz, who calls himself the “kidservative,” has promised to embrace local control, improve student performance, and attract and retain high-quality teachers. He was embroiled in a bit of controversy in February when John Humphries, who lost the primary election, said Holtz had suggested one of them end their campaign in exchange for a position with the Department of Public Instruction upon the defeat of their mutual rival, incumbent Tony Evers. Such a suggestion is apparently not illegal, but the progressive group One Wisconsin Now requested an investigation into the proposal, calling it an election bribe. Common Core In February, Holtz called Common Core a bait and switch program and announced that, if elected, he would abandon the academic standards. His campaign website vows to “believe in our neighbors, not central planners” and says, “local control must be returned to parents and their communities.” School Choice Holtz appears to support diverting dollars from existing public schools to private ones via a voucher system. On his campaign website he promises to “advocate for strong schools, no matter if they are public, private, parochial, charter, or voucher schools.”
Other contested races Town of Alden Ronnie Lee is challenging incumbent Keith Karpenski for the position of Chair. Among the four running for two open supervisor seats are incumbent Greg Frost, Ted Johnson, Gerald Anderson and James Schanon. Town of Apple River Ansel Johnson is challenging incumbent Rick Scoglio for the position of Chair. Town of Bone Lake Voters will choose two of three candidates running for Supervisor: incumbent Roger Neumann, incumbent Nancy Beduhn, and challenger Earl Ericksen. Town of Clayton Voters will choose two of three candidates running for Supervisor: incumbent Roger Olson, incumbent Tom Nonemacher, and challenger Arling (Ole) Olson. Town of Eureka Voters will choose two of three candidates running for Supervisor: incumbent Paul Schneider, and challengers Bill Masseen and Don Anderson. Town of Farmington Voters will choose one of two candidates running for Chair: incumbent Dennis Cotter and challenger Lee Wood. Town of Georgetown Voters will choose two of three candidates running for Supervisor: incumbents Andy Mangelsen, John Molamphy, and challenger Nicholas D. Freer.
Village of Balsam Lake Incumbent Geno D’Agostino faces challenger Steve Biza for the position of Village President. Bidding for three open trustee positions are incumbents Kathy Poirier, Faye Brittan, and challengers Brandon Scheuer, Rod Preble, Chris Knutson and Keith Swenson. Village of Centuria Rod Peterson and Shaun Thayer square off for position of Village President. Village of Clayton Incumbent Jennifer Bergmann faces Joe Berghammer for the position of Village President. A write-in candidate will be used to fi ll one of three open trustee seats. Running are Travis Krueger and Shawn Schradle. Village of Clear Lake A write-in candidate will be used to fi ll one of three open trustee seats. Running are Michael Flaherty and Joe Mara. Village of Dresser Incumbent Bryan Beseler faces challenger Jeff Gutzmer for the position of Village President. Four will compete for three open trustee seats: incumbents Richard Durand, Grace Bjorklund, and Wayne Moberg, and challenger Jeff Gutzmer. Village of Frederic Four will compete for three open trustee seats: incumbents Doug Gustafson and George Hansford, and challengers Allan Lahti and Julie Schmid Thomas. Village of Luck Four will compete for three open trustee seats: incumbents Kyle Johansen, Mike Broten, and Sean Kinney and challenger Ben Huppert. Village of Osceola Four will compete for three open trustee seats: incumbents Walt Piszczek, Stephen Bjork and Carol Otto, and challenger Van Andrew Burch. Village of Turtle Lake A write-in candidate will be used to fi ll one of three open trustee seats. Running are incumbents Dennis Becker and Andy Koenig. City of St. Croix Falls Joe Snyder and Brent Waak face off to represent wards 1&4.
School Board elections Unity Four candidates compete for three open positions: incumbents Debra Ince-Peterson, Ryan Peterson, and Jeremy Cox, and challenger Jerry Larsen. Clayton Three compete for two open positions: Roger Olson, Shanna M. Roe, and Jeff Young Jr. Turtle Lake Three compete for two open positions: incumbents Tadd Peterson and Shad Torgerson, and challenger Bill Muench.
Election day is April 4 Remember to bring a valid photo ID. For information on voting locations visit myvote.wi.gov.
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Sans lease, Serenity Home keeps quarters for now BY SUZANNE LINDGREN EDITOR@OSCEOLASUN.COM
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Wearing red shirts that read, “Keep calm and house the homeless,” Serenity Home supporters packed the county boardroom last week in a show of support for the homeless shelter.
Land identified for new highway department facility
Wearing red shirts that read, “Keep calm and house the homeless,” Serenity Home supporters packed the county boardroom last week in a show of support for the homeless shelter, standing or sitting on the floor after fi lling every available seat. After shelter administrators missed the deadline for an automatic lease extension in February, critics voiced concerns that the shelter’s presence is contributing to a rise in crime and loitering in Balsam Lake, requesting that Serenity Home move elsewhere. Although many feel passionate about the issue, it is not likely to be resolved quickly, according to County Administrator Dana Frey. “I hate to tell you all who
came tonight that there won’t be any action,” he told Serenity Home supporters. “We are at the very beginning of (a lease agreement) process. … The fastest this will probably happen is May. It may well take until June.” Frey plans to work with the Village of Balsam Lake and Salvation Army to develop a lease recommendation. Serenity Home will be allowed to keep its quarters in the former jail until the issue is decided. Housed in the former Polk County Jail, Serenity Home also serves as the Salvation Army’s county office and headquarters for the Backpack Program. Several residents expressed support for the shelter to the county board, including District Attorney Jeff Kemp and officers from the county’s Department of Corrections.
Amery School Board Personnel Action Retirements Jeri Clemas, Special Education Teacher Lynda Sykora, Lien Elementary Teacher Resignations Shayne Curtis, Boys JV Tennis coach New Employees Tanya Julson, Boys Tennis Head Coach Leah LeMay, Clubhouse Assistant
Derrick Meyer, Girls JV Softball Coach (correction from February) Chad Eggert, Volunteer Softball Coach Robin Rivard, Volunteer Softball Coach Annie Braaten, Girls JV Soccer Coach Levi Busse, Boys Assistant Tennis Coach
Isakson to represent Amery as County board Supervisor, Clayton seeks new representative BY SUZANNE LINDGREN EDITOR@OSCEOLASUN.COM
Polk County Highway Department Commissioner Moe Norby explains the land trade between Polk County and the Village of Balsam Lake. The village plans to redevelop the site on which the current highway department facility sits.
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The county is a step closer to a new facility for the highway department after county board members gave initial approval to purchase land and a building last Tuesday, March 21. On March 8, county administrators made a preliminary agreement to buy land and a preexisting building from the Balsam Lake company Bishop Fixtures and Millwork the company. Engineers have said the building can be easily converted to meet the county’s storage needs, and the $1.1 million purchase is expected to save the county $5 million in from-scratch construction costs. Additional construction will still be needed. After working with engineers at SEH, County Administrator Dana Frey estimated the total cost would be $11 to $12 million. The county plans to pay for the highway building project through a combination of cash, paying as they go, and bond-
ing. Frey says it can be done without raising taxes. The county will also exchange land with the Village of Balsam Lake, giving the village three acres on which the existing highway shop sits in exchange for five acres of the village’s industrial park, a trade Polk County Administrator Dana Frey described as mutually beneficial. Balsam Lake officials plan to redevelop the site, demolishing the current highway building, built in 1933. Some county residents have expressed concern over tearing the structure down, citing its historical value. Frey has argued that the building is not architecturally significant. “Although the structure has some modest WPA (Works Progress Administration) design elements,” Frey wrote, “it was built as a single-purpose structure, a highway building, and no reasonable other use is practical without being cost-prohibitive.” County administrators expect the new highway facility to be finished by winter of 2018-’19.
The Polk County Board appointed Kate Isakson to the board March 21. Isakson accepted the District 12 (Amery) supervisor’s seat, left open after the unexpected death of Warren Nelson on March 9. The board recognized Nelson’s public service — noting specifically his work to promote public libraries, cultural and historical programs, improve water quality and support the Arnell Humane Society — and extended condolences to Nelson’s family and friends. March 21 also marked the last county board meeting for District 5 (Clayton, Johnstown, Beaver) supervisor Craig Moriak, who is moving. The county board is looking for a successor.
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District 5 supervisor Craig Moriak said goodbye to the county board March 12. The board is seeking his successor.
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Kate Isakson took her seat at the county board table March 21, after the unexpected death of District 12 supervisor Warren Nelson earlier this month.
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Is Amery Chevrolet hosting its Ladies Night Out Event again?
Q. What Internet speed package is
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A. Yes! This event has been a huge success since it began 4 years ago. Thank you to all the members in our
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community; together we have been able to raise over $5,100 to help support those that need it the most at Northwood’s Homeless Shelter. Every single dollar raised from vendor registration, silent auction items, cash donations, donated necessities brought in - ALL OF IT is 100% donated to Northwood’s. Here is the information you need to know to come sip, shop and support such a great cause. The event will be held on Thursday, May 4th from 4:30-7:00pm at Amery Chevrolet on our show floor. If you own your own business and would like to rent a table for the event, it’s only $25 and it’s donated! If you have a Silent Auction item you’d like to donate, please bring that in to me too. You can contact me at 715-268-7676 or email me at natalie@amerychev.com. Let’s all work together to help our community! P.S. Men are welcome too! Mother’s Day is not long after, so come shop local and support a great cause while picking something up for Mom!
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When you work with a small business, there is definitely more of a personal touch. You won’t be treated as one of 500 people that walk through the doors throughout the day. Chances are, if you end up working with a small business, you will be recognized by staff when you walk through the door and even called by name. Small businesses get a lot of work from referrals, so chances are you’ll be treated well. Small businesses need to be more selective on their employees. Although it’s not easy to find employees that can wear all the hats a small business can entail, they generally were hired with a specific need or reason. This can mean more knowledgeable employees. A big box store tends to have a higher turnover rate which means they are constantly training new employees. A small business like ours is able to help with the entire project from start to finish. We can line up demo, plumbers, electricians, flooring installers & cabinet/ trim carpenters. A big box store will generally sell materials only. Typically a small business will carry higher end products than a big box store. Because a small business will actually go to your home if there is a problem with your product, they need to sell better quality material so the chances of that happening are less likely. 1060 River Place Mall Amery, WI 54001 Phone 715-268-HOME stonecreekcustominteriors.com
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Insurance coverage follows the vehicle so in most instances, when you lend your vehicle to a licensed friend, your insurance will cover any accident that occurs while they are driving. There are some insurance companies that only cover listed drivers on the policy, you need to check with your insurance company and/or review your policy to see if that restriction applies. If your friend uses the car regularly you may have to add them to your policy as a driver.
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Q. What are some helpful hints to teach children about Finances and Investing?
I’m a college student. Why do I need to have a savings account?
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pare your finances for the upcoming college move! Five Great Reasons to Save: 1. To pay for unexpected expenses - car repair, auto accident, outrageous cell phone bill, etc. 2. To take advantage of unexpected opportunities - a trip, hard to get tickets to a concert or sporting event, a great sale, etc. 3. To help you achieve financial goals - buying a car, computer, vacation, etc. 4. To avoid credit card debt, use your savings. 5. To have an emergency fund to cover day to day expenses if you lose your job or your parents stop paying your expenses. Stop in and talk to Jody or Richel to set up the savings account that is right for you!
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High debt levels, lack of savings and an inability to budget are problems that affect many of us. With Ryan Collins a little financial education you may be able to help your children avoid these. Financial Advisor First, encourage them to save part of any money they may receive for something they want to buy, such as a toy or a video game. Also model the right behavior by talking about how you are putting money away for a major purchase, if indeed you are saving for one. Next, talk to them about the importance of establishing a budget - and sticking to it. Explain to your children where your money comes from, how you spend it, and how, by staying within a budget you can avoid problems such as heavy debt loads. Finally, make investing fun. Have your children pick a company that makes a product they like and follow this company’s performance. You could even give them a pretend amount to invest and track the value of their investment. By making investing an enjoyable and exciting activity, you can encourage your kids to become lifetime investors.
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Amery boys second at Northern Badger, Goulet wins 400 BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER
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Max Goulet runs the anchor of the 4x400 relay
Amery’s boys’ track and field team put together a strong showing at the Northern Badger Classic at UW-Stout in Menomonie on March 25, placing 2nd of 26 teams. Meanwhile the Amery girls’ squad placed 13th. Max Goulet set the pace, claiming first place in the boys’ 400-meter dash, and third in the 55-meter dash and 4x400-meter relay. He dominated the 400-field, defeating runner up Brandon Jenness of Barron by 1.71 seconds with a time of 52.88 seconds. Goulet’s time of 6.84 seconds in the 55 was .19 seconds behind champion Josh Koenecke of Cameron. The 4x400 team, which also consisted of Tyler Reichert, Lance Waalen and Gus Wentz, was 1.55 seconds out of first, finishing in a time of 3:50.65. Waalen (sophomore) also posted a fourth-place time of 24.96 seconds in the 200-meter dash -- 0.51 seconds behind champion Noah Zurbuchen of Elk Mound. He also claimed eighth place in the long jump with a leap of 18-03.50. Sophomore Galen Coy placed fourth in the boys’ 800-meter dash, missing third by just .05 seconds to Colfax senior Jacob Larson, with a time of 2:13.71. Senior Caleb Ladwig, finished in a four-way tie for fourth place in the high jump, clearing 5-08. Winner John Chenal of Grantsburg, cleared 6-0. Senior Shawn Waalen also tied for fourth place, only in the boys’ pole vault where he cleared 11-00. St. Croix Falls senior Tyler Henk won the event with a height of 11-06. Fellow Amery Warrior Alex Castorena Gonsalez (sophomore) cleared 10-00 to place eighth. On the girls’ side, freshman Lydia Monson grabbed third place in the 1,600-meter run and seventh place in the 800-meter run. Monson was 30 seconds behind champion Taylor Kreitinger of Byron in the 1,600 with a time of 5.57.05 and narrowly edged out Grantsburg senior Hallie Jensen – by .33 seconds. She finished the 800 with a time of 2:46.30. Senior Gabby Fredrick took fi fth in the girls’ shot put with a throw of 35-11.75. Junior Addie Dietrich earned a seventh-place finish in the girls’ long jump with a leap of 13-11.25. Freshman Ayla Russel claimed eighth place in the girls 3,200-meter run with a time of 16:42.53.
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Lydia Monson in the mile
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Alex Castorena-Gonsalez Pole Vault
Byron 89, St. Croix Falls 57, Arcadia 55, Shell Lake 32, Fall Creek 31, Fredric/Luck 21.50, Boyceville 21, Flambeau 18, Abbotsford 18, Colby 17, Amery 15, Athens 12.50, Cornell/Lake Holcombe 10, Cameron 10, St. Charles 10, Chetek/Weyerhaeuser 8, Cadott 8, Independence/Gilmanton 7, Barron 4, Immanuel Lutheran 3, Ladysmith 3, Colfax 2, Glenwood City 1, Elk Mound 1
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Lance Waalen in the 200
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Clear Lake has back to back State Champs The Clear Lake 7th grade boys’ basketball team went to LaCrosse as the defending state Division 4/5 champions from a year ago and defended their title. The 24 team field was loaded with talent and many of the teams were ready to knock off the defending champs. The Warriors were able to get through pool play with good wins over Oakfield 46-26, Blair-Taylor 47-27, and Stratford 45-31. The fourth game of the first day matched up the Warriors against Belleville which was a very scrappy team that came out firing. The Warriors found themselves down 33-20 going into the fourth quarter. The Warriors came out with urgency and a full court press to fluster their opponent and took their first lead with 3.3 seconds left on the clock. The Warriors were lucky to get the win 40-38. That comeback win got the Warriors in the top 8 for Sunday and in the hunt for the championship. The Warriors faced a familiar foe in Mineral Point who they had beat the year before in a very close game. Both teams played tough defense and offense was hard to come by. The Warriors prevailed with a 28-25 victory with free throws at the end.
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This week’s sports Amery Baseball April 3 @ St. Croix Falls
Amery Soccer March 30 @ Osceola
Amery Softball March 30 vs. Hayward April 3 @ Unity
Clayton Baseball April 3 vs. Pepin/ Alma @ Pepin April 4 vs. Prairie Farm @ Clayton
Clayton Softball March 31 vs. Somerset @ Turtle Lake April 3 @ Pepin April 4 @ Glenwood City
Front Row: Cashton Henck, Zach Aune, Gavin Lundgren, Lucas Becker, Caleb Logan Back Row: Coach Peterson, Bart Lund, Tyson Blanchard, Riley Peterson, Brady Pigman, and Coach Blanchard
The game to get to the Championship brought Kenosha St. Josephs to the table. Kenosha had won all their games to this point by double digits and a couple by 40 plus points. The Warriors did a very good job for most of the game taking care of the ball and limited their turnovers which Kenosha depended on for their up tempo offense. The Warriors sealed the win with a few key baskets down the stretch and got the win 44-38 and advanced to the Championship game against
Darlington. Both teams reached the championship game with a 6-0 record and Darlington was looking to avenge a Warrior win from the year before in the final four round. Darlington was the biggest team in the tournament so the Warriors had to deal with a size disadvantage for the first time in the tournament. The Warriors played great defense in the first half and ran out to a 22-6 lead at the half. The Warriors knew the Redbirds would warm up at some point and they
did in the third quarter hitting a few threes and cut the lead to four at the end of the third quarter. The Warriors weathered the storm and got control of the game in the last three minutes of the game and pulled out
the victory 38-32 to win back to back championships.
Clear Lake Baseball April 3 vs. Cameron April 4 @ Luck
Clear Lake Softball April 3 @ Boyceville
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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 to 103; 10:15 a.m. Worship Service; nursery available during worship. Every Wednesday (thru April 5): 7 p.m Lenten Service: “Who is Jesus?” Every Wednesday: 7 p.m Youth Group. Call the church office for details 715-268-9218 APPLE RIVER COMMUNITY, 942 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. Worship/Children’s Church. Tuesday: 9:30 a.m. Women’s Bible Study. Wednesday: 10:15 a.m. Men’s Bible Study; 5:30 p.m. OneWay Club. Thursday: 9:30 a.m. White Cross; 12:30 p.m. Christian Women’s. BALSAM LUTHERAN, 1115 Mains Crossing, Amery Wednesday, March 29: 9 a.m. Bible Study; 6 p.m. Soup Supper at Balsam; 7 p.m. Lenten Worship at Balsam. Sunday, April 2: 8:30 a.m. Sunday Youth Sessions; 9:30 a.m. Fellowship Time; 10:15 a.m. Holy Worship. Tuesday, April 4: 8:30 a.m. Quilting. 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, St. Croix Falls Jack Philips, evangelist Sunday: 9:30 a.m. Bible Study; 10:45 a.m. Worship. Wednesday: 7 p.m. Bible Study and Devotions. CLEAR LAKE UNITED METHODIST, John Hazen, pastor Sunday: 8:30 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, March 29: 3:30 p.m. Homework & Hangout; 6 p.m. Soup Supper; 6:30 p.m. Lenten Service; 7 p.m. Choir Rehearsal; 7:15 p.m. Money Management. Thursday, March 30: 8 a.m. Pastoral Leaders; 9:30 a.m. Senior Dining Hall Opens; 5:30 p.m. Women’s Bible Study. Friday, March 31: 9:30 a.m. Senior Dining Hall opens. Saturday, April 1: 12:45 p.m. Group trip to Witness Messiah Passion Play. Sunday, April 2: 8:30 a.m. L-2 Confirmation; 10 a.m. Worship/Communion; 11:15 a.m. Christian Education Meeting; 11:15 a.m. Diaconate; 5:30 p.m. Girl Scouts. Monday, April 3: 9:30 a.m. Senior Dining Hall opens; 7 p.m. Boy Scouts. Tuesday, April 4: 6:30 a.m. Men’s Bible Study; 9:30 a.m. Senior Dining Hall opens; 6:30 p.m. Dinner Theatre rehearsal. DEER PARK UNITED METHODIST, John Hazen, pastor Sunday: 11 a.m. Worship. DERONDA LUTHERAN, 1239 65th Ave., Amery Lori Peper, pastor 715-268-9577 Wednesday, March 29: 5:30-7 p.m. Meal at Trinity; 6-7 p.m. Intergenerational Bible Study at Trinity; 6 p.m. Confirmation/JAM at Trinity; 7:15 p.m. Worship at Trinity, “Martha” presentation by Kristen Konder; 8 p.m. NUIC Choir practice. Thursday, March 30: 9 a.m. Deronda Quilting. Sunday, April 2: 9:30 a.m. Deronda Worship. Tuesday, April 4: 7 p.m. NUIC Parish Council at Deronda. 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, March 22: 6 p.m. Confirmation. Sunday, March 26: 9:30 a.m. Education; 10:30 a.m. Worship. EAST LINCOLN ALLIANCE, 735 70th Ave., Amery 715-268-2350 www.eastlincolnalliance.com Eric Danielson and Randy Schussman, pastors Sunday: 8:45 a.m. Prayer Meeting; 9 a.m. Coffee and Fellowship; 9:30 a.m. Worship service. Child Care and Discovery Land for children are provided during Worship service. Small groups meet throughout the week. Contact the church office for further details. Recharge for Middle and High School students, 6 p.m. every Wednesday.
EL SALEM BAPTIST/TWIN FALLS CHRISTIAN CENTER, Dresser, Darryl R. Olson, pastor Sunday 9:30 a.m. Sunday school; 10:35 a.m. Worship; 6 p.m. Sunday evening. Wednesday: 7 p.m. Bible Study. ELIM LUTHERAN, Range Sunday: 8:30 a.m. Worship. Holy Communion 1st and 3rd Sundays. FAITH LUTHERAN (ELCA), 301 1st Ave. East, Balsam Lake , Diane Norstad, pastor Sunday: 9:30 a.m. Sunday worship; 10:40 a.m. Sunday school. Wednesday evening Confirmation classes. 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. FIRST LUTHERAN, 240 Elm St., Amery Tim Bjorge, pastor Wednesday, March 29: 6 p.m. Supper; 7 p.m. Worship. Thursday, March 30: 8 a.m. Bible Study at Ida Mae’s; 8:30 a.m. Quilters; 7 p.m. Al Anon. Saturday, April 1: 8:30 a.m. WELCA Spring Day of Renewal at Georgetown Lutheran, Balsam Lake. Sunday, April 2: 9 a.m. Worship; 10:15 a.m. Sunday school and Choir. Tuesday, April 4: 6:30 a.m. Women’s Bible Study. FIRST LUTHERAN (LCMC), 811 South Ave. W, Clear Lake www.firstluthclearlake.com Bryan S. Anderson, pastor Wednesday, March 29: 6 p.m. Soup; 7 p.m. Lenten service. Saturday, April 1: 7 a.m. Men’s Bible Study. Sunday, April 2: 8:30 a.m. Contemporary worship with Communion; 9 a.m. Choir practice; 9:30 a.m. Fellowship; 9:40 a.m. Sunday school; 10 a.m. Traditional Worship with Communion; 11 a.m. Fellowship; 11 a.m. First Communion class. Monday, April 3: 7 p.m. Compassionate Friends meeting. Tuesday, April 4: 9 a.m. Quilting.
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FIRST PRESYTERIAN, 719 Nevada St., St. Croix Falls Barbara Anne Keely, pastor Sunday: 10:15 a.m. Coffee and Fellowship; 11 a.m. Worship. Lent & Holy Week Schedule We do things just a bit differently here at First Presbyterian Church but it works for us…here is our schedule: Tuesday evening services during Lent: 6:30 pm – 7:00 pm HOLY WEEK: Palm Sunday: April 9, regular worship at 11:00 am Maundy Thursday/Good Friday Service: Friday, April 14, 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm Easter Sunday: April 16, worship will be at 11:00 am Please join us in this Lenten journey, we would love to have you, and we’ll have the coffee on…we are the “church in the pines” at 719 Nevada Street. 715.483.3550. FOREST UNITED METHODIST, John Hazen, pastor Sunday: 9:45 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, 715-263-2164 Ellery W. Groth, pastor 715-491-4330 Sunday service 10:15 a.m. Wednesdays during Lent: 5 p.m. Supper; 6 p.m. Service. Bible Class Thursday morning 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. Thursday evening. Ladies Aid 2nd Thursday of month 2:30 p.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. Wednesday: 6:30 p.m. Family Christian Education. Thursday: Lent Worship service at 5:30 p.m. Good Friday Worship service at 5:30 p.m.
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“Therefore, rid yourselves of all malice and all deceit, hypocrisy, envy, and slander of every kind. Like newborn babies, crave pure spiritual milk, so that by it you may grow up in your salvation, now that you have tasted that the Lord is good.” —1 Peter 2:1-3 NIV
ust as we grow and develop physically and mentally, we should do so spiritually as well. Children grow and learn in relation to their parents in much the same way that we grow and learn in relation to God. We go from being completely dependent on our parents to being an integral part of our family, helping with chores and supporting each other, and in the process, we should also grow in love and appreciation for our parents and siblings. As children of God we will always remain dependent on God, but we should also mature to the point where we are “pulling our weight” in the spiritual realm. Spiritually mature persons will take the initiative to pray and do good works without having to be persuaded by others. They are also willing and able to accept hard truths about their own failings and will work diligently to improve. The spiritually mature strive to become more like God, and to judge others not by their outward appearances but by their inner attributes. They are painfully aware of their own tendency to judge others more harshly than they judge themselves and consequently will be merciful in their judgement of others. – Christopher Simon
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AREA CHURCHES CONTINUED IMMANUEL LUTHERAN, 65th Ave., rural Clayton Margaret Grant, pastor Immanuel: 8:30 a.m. Worship. JOURNEY CHURCH (formerly First Baptist), 131 Broadway St., Amery 715-268-2223 office@journeychurch.city Sunday: Worship service 9-10:15 a.m. Nursery is available for ages 0-3 anytime, ages 3-4 during the sermon only; 10:30-11:30 a.m. All Ages Sunday school, nursery is available for ages 0-3. Monday: 1:30-2:30 Moms in Prayer Group (during the school year). Wednesday: 6-7:30 p.m. Kids Club Remix, ages Pre-K-5th grade, meets in the church, free dinner at 6 p.m; 6-7:30 p.m. DW Youth Group, grades 6th-12th, meets in the church at 6 p.m. for free dinner and then in the Teen Center for the remainder of the time. Saturday: 7-8 a.m. Men’s Bible Study at Ida Mae’s. LITTLE FALLS LUTHERAN, 1272 44th Ave., Amery Lori Peper, pastor 715-268-9577 Wednesday, March 29: 5:30-7 p.m. Meal at Trinity; 5:30-6 p.m. Confirmation/JAM at Trinity; 6-7 p.m. Intergenerational Bible Study at Trinity; 7:15 p.m. Worship at Trinity with Kristen Konder presentation of “Martha”; 8 p.m. NUIC Choir practice. Thursday, March 30: 9 a.m. Little Falls Quilting. Sunday, April 2: 11 a.m. Little Falls Worship. Tuesday, April 4: 7 p.m. NUIC Parish Council at Deronda. 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; 7:45 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; 7 p.m. Adult Bible. 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, March 29: 12 p.m. Men’s Table Talk; 5-6:15 p.m. Soup Supper; 6 p.m. Evening Prayer Group; 6:30 p.m. Lenten service; 7:15 p.m. BRB and Sr. Choir practice. Thursday, March 30: 8:15 a.m. Weigh-In Club; 8:30 a.m. Bible Study. Sunday, April 2: 9 a.m. Contemporary Worship service with Holy Communion; 10:15 a.m. Sunday school; 10:30 a.m. Adult Education. Tuesday, April 4: 1 p.m. Quilting. PRAIRIEVIEW COVENANT, 1396 210th Ave. (2 miles north of New Richmond on 65) Joe Sir, pastor www.prairieviewchurch.net Sunday: 9 a.m. Sunday school, nursery care; 10 a.m. Worship service, nursery care. REDEEMER LUTHERAN, 600 S. Keller Ave., Amery Tom Hahn, pastor Wednesday, March 29: 5:30 p.m. Confirmation; 5:30 p.m. Soup/Sandwich Supper; 7 p.m. Lenten service; 7:45 p.m. Choir practice. Sunday, April 2: 9:30 a.m. Worship and Sunday school; 10:30 a.m. Fellowship. Monday, April 3: 10 a.m. Ladies Bible Study. REEVE EVANGELICAL FREE, Jct. Barron CTH K & A, Clear Lake, www.reevechurch.org Sunday: 9 am. Worship service; 10:15 a.m. Fellowship Time. Wednesday nights: 6:30-7:30 p.m. Adult Bible Study and Prayer; Kids Club, Jr. & Sr. High Youth Group (Sept.-May). A variety of small groups (AA, men’s & women’s) are also held throughout the week. ST. BARNABAS EPISCOPAL, Clear Lake, Rev. Bob Lyga Sunday: 9:15 a.m. Sunday school; 10:15 a.m. Worship. ST. CROIX UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST FELLOWSHIP, 201 N. Adams, St. Croix Falls 715-483-1113 Sunday: 10 a.m. First, second and third Sunday, 715-5533386. 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 www.stjosephamery.org Weekly Mass, Communion service schedule: Saturday 4 p.m. Mass. Sunday 10:30 a.m. Mass. Tuesday 9 a.m. Communion Service. Wednesday 9 a.m. Mass. Thursday: 1st, 2nd and 3rd Thursdays, Communion Service is held at local nursing homes. Friday 9 a.m. Communion Service. Special events: Wednesday, March 29, Stump the Chump after 9 a.m. Mass, Lenten Communal Reconciliation 6:30 p.m. at OLL; Friday, March 31: KC Fish Fry 4:30-7 p.m., Stations of the Cross 5:30 p.m.; Sunday, April 2: Donut Sunday after Mass; Tuesday, April 4: Chrism Mass in Superior.
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ST. JOHN LUTHERAN, Forest, John Wilman, pastor Wednesday, March 29: 4th Midweek Lenten service at St. John’s. Thursday, March 30: 1 p.m Bible Study. Sunday, April 2: 8 a.m. Worship; 9 a.m. Coffee Fellowship. ST. PAUL LUTHERAN, Deer Park, John Wilman, pastor Wednesday, March 29: 7 p.m. 4th Midweek Lenten Service at St. John’s. Sunday, April 2: 8:45 a.m. Sunday school; 9 a.m. Coffee Fellowship; 9:30 a.m. Worship; 10:30 a.m. Confirmation. Tuesday, April 4: 6:30 p.m. Bible Study. SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST, 76 20th Ave., Clear Lake John Redlich, pastor Saturday: 9:30 a.m. Bible Study; 11 a.m. Worship service; Head Elder David Scott 715-263-3367. Mid-week service: Wednesday 7 p.m. THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS (Mormons), 644 S. 6th St., Barron Chapel 715-537-3679 Bishop Kenneth Konesky 715-719-0283 Sunday: Sacrament 10 a.m.; Sunday School/Primary 11:20 a.m.; Priesthood/Relief Society 12:10 p.m. TRINITY LUTHERAN of Garfield, 1578 85th Ave., Amery Lori Peper, pastor 715-268-9577 Wednesday, March 29: 5:30-7 p.m. Meal; 6 p.m. Confirmation/JAM; 6-7 p.m. Intergenerational Bible Study; 7:15 p.m. Worship with Kristen Konder presenting “Martha”; 8 p.m. NUIC Choir practice. Sunday, April 2: 8 a.m. Trinity Worship. Tuesday, April 4: 7 p.m. NUIC Parish Council at Deronda. See our website for up-to-date scheduling www.trinity lutheranchurchofamery.com UNITED COVENANT, 348 5th St. NW, Clear Lake Dan Pearson, pastor Wednesday, March 29: 5:45 p.m. Worship Team 1 practice; 6:15 p.m. CREW (Youth Group); 6:30 p.m. Choir practice. Sunday, April 2: 8:30-9:45 a.m. Sunday School, Confirmation; Worship Team 1 Practice; 10 a.m. Worship service; Choir practice after service. Tuesday, April 4: 8 a.m. Sweet Hour of Prayer; 1 p.m. Study at Ridgeview. UNITED METHODIST, GLENHILLS PARISH Marybeth Scow, pastor Emerald UMC: 8:30 a.m. Worship with Sunday school. Glenwood City UMC: 9:45 a.m. Worship with Sunday school. Downing UMC: 11 a.m. Worship with Sunday school. WEST IMMANUEL LUTHERAN, ELCA, 447 180th St., Osceola, Rexford D. Brandt, pastor Wednesday, March 29: 9 a.m. Men’s work group; 5 p.m. Soup/Sandwich Supper; 5:45 p.m. Confirmation classes; High School Youth Group; 7 p.m. Lenten Worship service. Thursday, March 30: 10 a.m. Lenten Bible Study. Sunday, April 2: 8 a.m. Worship with Holy Communion; 9 a.m. Coffee Fellowship; 9:15 a.m. Sunday school; 10:30 a.m. Worship with Holy Communion. 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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Classic Favorites featured at Red Cedar Symphony Spring Concerts
World Day of Prayer at UCC This year the women of the Congregational Church hosted the annual World Day of Prayer. Cheryl Bowman greeted us, and then the life story of three women were presented. The group then presented a skit and an awesome mime presentation of their daily life. Thank you to Rae Woldridge, Heidi Wilbur, Joyce Schaefer, Shanon Hayes, Cheryl Bowman, Kate Bevington and Jane Scholz for the wonderful sharing of the stories of the women of the Philippines.
Fate knocks at the door in the spine-chilling opening to Beethoven’s Fifth Symphony, probably the most-recognized four notes in classical music. This dramatic and beloved work will be the centerpiece of the Red Cedar Symphony’s spring concerts at 7 p.m. on Saturday, April 1 at Augustana Lutheran Church in Cumberland, and at 4 p.m. on Sunday, April 2 at Bethany Lutheran Church in Rice Lake. The concerts will open with another familiar favorite, the Allegro from
Mozart’s Eine Kliene Nachtmusik (“A Little Serenade”), performed with students from Northwoods Strings in Hayward. Other pieces include the moving “Nimrod” from Elgar’s Enigma Variations, L’Arlesienne by Bizet, and, for lovers of movie music, a lively medley from Pirates of the Caribbean. Tickets are $15 for adults, with 21 and under admitted free. Tickets may be purchased at the door, or in advance through the Symphony’s web site at www.
redcedarsymphony.org. Please join us for some great music! Established in 1983 and housed at Bethany Lutheran Church in Rice Lake, the RCS draws musicians from throughout northwestern Wisconsin, including Cumberland, Ladysmith, Spooner, Chetek, Trego, Springbrook, Bruce, Hayward, Cable, Winter, Bloomer, Chippewa Falls, Eau Claire, and Foster. For more information, please visit our web site at www. RedCedarSymphony.org.
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DEATH NOTICES MEMORIALS WITH INNOVATION AND DISTINCTION Phyllis Hallman Nevin, 87, Amery, died Tuesday, March 21, at Golden Age Manor in Amery. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. on Thursday, March 30, from First Lutheran Church in Amery. Burial will be in the Amery Cemetery. Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday at the Williamson-White Funeral Home in Amery and one hour prior to services at the church. For further information and to sign online guest book please visit www.williamsonwhite.com. Arrangements are being made with the Williamson-White Funeral Home and Cremation Services in Amery. Lynn (Perkins) Hallman, 66, Amery, died Thursday, March 23, at his home. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Thursday, March 30, from First Lutheran church in Amery. Burial will be at the Amery Cemetery at a later date. Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday at the Williamson-White Funeral Home in Amery and one hour prior to services at the church. For further information and to sign online guest book please visit www.williamsonwhite.com. Arrangements are being made with the Williamson-White Funeral Home and Cremation Services in Amery.
Barbara K. Ideker, 63, Amery, died Sunday, March 26, at her home. Celebration of Life service will be from 4 to 7 p.m. on Thursday, March 30, at the Williamson-White Funeral Home in Amery. For further information and to sign online guest book please visit www.williamsonwhite.com. Arrangements are being made with the Williamson-White Funeral Home and Cremation Services in Amery. Jessie Pittman Nilssen, 103, Stone Lake, passed away on March 25 at Glenview Assisted Living in Shell Lake. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. on Saturday, April 1, at the First Lutheran Church in Stone Lake, followed by a luncheon. Visitation will be at the church on Saturday from 9 to 11 a.m. Burial will be at the Clear Lake Cemetery on Saturday, April 27, at 3:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers the family prefers memorials. Scheuermann Funeral Home of Clear Lake is handling the arrangements. www.clearlakefuneralhome.com
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Barbara K. Ideker
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Barbara Kay Ideker, age 63 of Amery, WI passed away on March 26, 2017 at her home in Amery surrounded by her family. She was born on May 30, 1953 in Minneapolis, MN to Ralph and Bernice (Olson) Andress. At an early age the family moved to Wisconsin where Barb grew up and attended school, graduating from New Richmond High School. She was blessed with four children and raised them in the River Falls and Amery areas. Barb enjoyed spending time with her family camping, fishing and being in the outdoors and liked her trips to the Casino. She loved to cook and always made more than enough for everyone. Barb worked for many years as a cashier at Dick’s Market in Amery. She was preceded in death by her parents; grandson, Jamison Beer and brother, Thomas Andress. She is survived by her son, Tim (Heather) Beer; daughters, Gina (Bradley) Johnson, Ashley (Brandon) Witt and Jessica Braatz; grandchildren, Anthony Johnson, Amanda Olson, Haylee and Brayden Witt, McKenzie Braatz, Cloye Silbernagel, and Parker, Fletcher and Weslynn Beer; brothers, Larry and David; sister, Connie and many other loving relatives and friends. A celebration of life service will be held from 4 to 7 pm on Thursday, March 30, 2017 at the Williamson-White Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Amery. A private family interment will take place. 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.
Roger Cree, 84, Stillwater, MN, passed away peacefully March 22, 2017 with his family by his side. Roger is survived by his loving wife of 62 years, Joanne Cree; children, LuAnn Fry (companion, Jim), Larry Cree (friend, Bea) and Sue Casci (Richard); grandchildren, Jen Guggenberger (Steve), James Fry (Brenda), Dane Cree (friend, Michelle), Kammi Hoeffler (Evan), Kalli Casci (friend, Will); six great-grandchildren; sister, Dorothy Butler; brother, Bill Cree (Jan); many nieces, nephews other family and friends. Service Saturday, April 8, 2017, 11:00 a.m. at Bradshaw Celebration of Life Center, 2800 Curve Crest Boulevard, Stillwater, MN with a visitation one hour prior to the service. Interment will be in the Little Falls Cemetery in rural Amery, WI. Arrangements with Bradshaw Funeral and Cremation Services, 651-439-5511
Marion Renander Stafne, St. Paul, Mn, passed on March 23, 2017. She was a Christian woman of faith and strength throughout years of joyful blessings and trials. She was born on January 9, 1934 to Oscar and Elda Renander of Clayton, Wisc. She graduated from Clayton High School, immediately entering Hamline Mounds-Midway nursing program, graduating RN in 1954. While working at Midway Hospital she would marry Jack Stafne of N.D. in 1955 (divorced 1976). After moving throughout the country they settled back in St. Paul with five children. She would return to active nursing when children were older. In retirement years Marion once again picked up her love of literature and writing where many relationships formed in writing circles and in remembering well established friendships within her creativity. No longer physically able to continue, sharing her works would allow her to build new relationships blessing both the reader and listeners into her last days. Preceded in death by parents, Oscar and Elda Renander; dearest mentor and friend, Aunt Lora Seekins; stillborn brother Baby Renander; Jack Stafne; and son-in-law, Scott Brandner. The list is too numerous to include the extent of loved relatives that have gone before her. Marion is survived by her five children – Daniel Stafne, Mary Turgerson, David Stafne, Carol (Randy) Brandner Cooper, Richard (Susan) Stafne; grandchildren – Hannah (Anthony) Donofrio, Christopher (Jenna) Turgerson, Michael Turgerson, Meggie & Eric & Kenny Stafne, Brittany & Joseph Stafne, Katie Brandner, Amanda Brandner Meade; great grandchildrenTrevor & Alexander Donofrio, Emily May Turgerson; sisters – Helen Elmer & Dorothy Johnson; Mary Kent Stafne, Todd Turgerson. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, April 7th at North Heights Lutheran Church, 2701 Rice Street, Roseville, MN 55113. A family and Wisconsin area friends graveside committal service will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, April 6th at Immanuel Lutheran Church Cemetery, Clayton, WI. Arrangements were made with the Williamson-White Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Amery.
Phyllis L. Hallman Nevin Phyllis Lorraine Clemensen was born July 18, 1929 to Dorothy and William Clemensen in Amery, WI. She graduated from Amery High School and then trained to become a dental assistant. In 1949, she married Stanley Hallman. Together they had four children and farmed in the Joel community for many years. After their children were grown, Phyllis returned to work as dental assistant at Dental Arts in Amery. When Phyllis and Stanley retired from farming, they bought an RV and traveled for many years seeing various parts of the United Starts until Stanley’s passing in 1986. In 1989, Phyllis married Sydney Nevin. Together they enjoyed dancing, winters in Arizona, and spending time with family and friends. Phyllis was proceeded in death by her parents William and Dorothy Clemensen, husband Stanley, sister Shirley and her husband Harvey, and son-in-law Bruce. She was survived by husband Sydney Nevin, children Bryan Hallman (Jan), Lynn Hallman, Cindy Lundmark, Jerry Hallman (Roxie), step-children Carolyn Nevin, Linda Woolson, Sue Capra (Mike), Deb Fox (Al), nine grandchildren, nine step-grandchildren, twelve great-grandchildren, and seventeen step great-grandchildren. Funeral Services will be held at 11 AM on Thursday, March 30, 2017 at the First Lutheran Church with Pastor Tim Bjorge officiating. Visitation will be held from 4 to 8 PM at the Williamson-White Funeral Home. Interment will take place at the Amery Cemetery following the service. To sign an online guest book and view a video tribute please visit www.williamsonwhite.com Arrangements were entrusted to the Williamson-White Funeral Home and Cremation Services 222 Harriman Avenue North Amery, Wisconsin 54001.
Lynn (Perkins) Hallman Lynn (Perkins) Hallman, age 66 of Amery, WI, passed away unexpectedly in his home on Thursday, March 23, 2017. He was born on December 16, 1950 in Amery, WI, the son on Stanley and Phyllis Hallman. He grew up in the Clayton area and enjoyed playing football, basketball, baseball and participating in FFA and 4-H before graduating from Clayton High School in 1969. Many may not have known, Lynn was a talented musician who mastered the trumpet and was an organist for Faith Lutheran Church in Clayton. As a young adult, Lynn was blessed with two beautiful daughters who he cherished his entire life. He was a dedicated Wisconsin farmer before becoming a tenured custodian for the Clayton School District. He finished his career as a maintenance technician at St. Croix Regional Medical Center where he developed many lifelong friendships. Lynn had the gift of sarcasm, loved his family and had a passion for golf. He was a talented woodworker who found joy in sharing his crafts with family and friends. He was proceeded in death by his parents, Stanley and Phyllis Hallman, and brother-in-law, Bruce. He leaves behind his daughters, Jessica Smith (Kevin) and Rachel Hansen (Mark); three beloved grandchildren, Camden, McAdam, and Kylie; three siblings Bryan Hallman (Jan), Cindy Lundmark, and Jerry Hallman (Roxie); a nephew, six nieces, and several great nieces and nephews. Though retirement was short, Lynn found enjoyment spending time with his grandkids, joking around with friends and family, and winning the drink hole in a good round of golf. A joint visitation for Lynn Hallman and his mother, Phyllis Hallman (Nevin) will be from 4-8 p.m. on Wednesday, March 29, 2017 at Williamson-White Funeral Home in Amery, WI and one hour prior to the services at the church on Thursday. Funeral services will take place at 11 a.m. on Thursday, March 30, 2017 at First Lutheran Church in Amery. To sign an online guestbook and view a video tribute please visit www.williamsonwhite.com. Arrangements were made with the Williamson-White Funeral Home and Cremation Services in Amery.
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Notice to Creditors (Informal Administration) Case No. 17 PR 06
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In the matter of the estate of Harold C. Pearson
In the matter of the estate of Warren Gilbert Nelson
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE: 1. An application for informal administration was filed. 2. The decedent, with date of birth December 2, 1923 and date of death January 4, 2017 was domiciled in Polk County, State of Wisconsin, with a mailing address of 725 Pondhurst Drive, Amery, WI 54001. 3. All interested persons waived notice. 4. The deadline for filing a claim against the decedent’s estate is June 19, 2017. 5. A claim may be filed at the Office of the Register in Probate, Polk County Courthouse, 1005 W. Main St., Suite 500, Balsam Lake, Wisconsin, Room 500. Jenell L. Anderson Probate Registrar March 6, 2017 Stephen A. Kosa, Attorney 1290 Hosford Street Suite A Hudson, WI 54016 715-386-4125 Bar number 1001622
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE: 1. An application for informal administration was filed. 2. The decedent, with date of birth December 31, 1940 and date of death March 9, 2017 was domiciled in Polk County, State of Wisconsin, with a mailing address of 135 Arch Street, Amery, WI 54001. 3. All interested persons waived notice. 4. The deadline for filing a claim against the decedent’s estate is June 30, 2017. 5. A claim may be filed at the Polk County Courthouse, Balsam Lake, Wisconsin, Room 500. Jenell L. Anderson Probate Registrar March 20, 2017 Chandra I. Nelson-Robak, Personal Representative 11 Pinewood Court Walnut Creek, CA 94597 925-457-0206 (March 28, April 4, 11)
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CARD OF THANKS The family of Elsie Peterson would like to give special thanks to the staff at Good Samaritan Nursing Home at St. Croix Falls and everyone who helped with her care the past 7-1/2 years. Also thanks to our family and friends for your love, prayers, concern, hugs, cards, memorials and flowers. Thank you to Pastors Ran Yoo and Mark Peacock, Sharon Asp for music, United Methodist Church folks for serving lunch and Grandstrand Funeral Homes for your services. Thank you to the grandchildren for carrying Grandma to her final resting place. Les & Sharon Peterson LeAnn & Steve Sylvester Sue & Merle Bergren
CARD OF THANKS From the family of Marvel Jackson, we would like to say thank you to everyone for your thoughts, prayers, and support throughout this difficult time. The cards, flowers, and kind words of sympathy are greatly appreciated. A very special thank you to the EMS and staff at Amery Hospital & Clinic and Williamson-White Funeral Home for taking such amazing care of our beloved Marvel and her family.
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TOWN OF APPLE RIVER
Official Primary Ballot
April 4th 2017
Nonpartisan Office April 4, 2017
Notice to Voters: If you are voting on Election Day, your ballot must be initialed by two election inspectors. If you are voting absentee, your ballot must be initialed by the municipal clerk or deputy clerk. Your ballot may not be counted without initials. (See back of ballot for initials.) Instructions to Voters: If you make a mistake on your ballot or have a question, ask an election inspector for help. (Absentee Voters: Contact your municipal clerk.) To vote for a name on the ballot, make an “X” or other mark in the square next to the name, like this: To vote for a name that is not on the ballot, write the name on the line marked “write-in.” Town Board Chairperson Vote for 1
Town Treasurer Vote for 1
William Vanda
write-in: _____________________________
Town Board Supervisor Vote for not more than 2
Town Clerk Vote for 1
Arling L. “Ole” Olson
Tom Nonemacher
OFFICE OF THE APPLE RIVER TOWN CLERK TO THE VOTERS OF THE TOWN OF APPLE RIVER Notice is hereby given of a spring election to be held in the Town of Apple River, on Tuesday, April 4th, 2017, at which the officers named below shall be chosen. The names of the candidates for each office to be voted for, whose nominations have been certified to or filed in this office, are given under the title of the office, each in its proper column, together with the questions submitted to a vote, for a referendum, if any, in the sample ballot below. INFORMATION TO VOTERS Upon entering the polling place, a voter shall state his or her name and address, show an acceptable form of photo identification and sign the poll book before being permitted to vote. If a voter is not registered to vote, a voter may register to vote at the polling place serving his or her residence, if the voter presents proof of residence in a form specified by law. Where ballots are distributed to voters, the initials of two inspectors must appear on the ballot. Upon being permitted to vote, the voter shall retire alone to a voting booth and cast his or her ballot except that a voter who is a parent or guardian may be accompanied by the voter's minor child or minor ward. An election official may inform the voter of the proper manner for casting a vote, but the official may not in any manner advise or indicate a particular voting choice.
Deborah Elmer
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Roger Olson
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NOTICE OF REFERENDUM ELECTION SCHOOL DISTRICT OF AMERY
TAKE NOTICE that a referendum election shall be held on April 4, 2017 in the School District of Amery for the purpose of approving or rejecting a Revenue Cap Resolution adopted by the School Board of said District on January 16, 2017. The Revenue Cap Resolution reads as follows: RESOLUTION TO EXCEED REVENUE CAP COMMENCING WITH THE 2017-18 SCHOOL YEAR BY AN AMOUNT OF $1,900,000
The vote should not be cast in any other manner. Not more than five minutes’ time shall be allowed inside a voting booth or machine. Sample ballots or other materials to assist the voter in casting his or her vote may be taken into the booth and copied. The sample ballot shall not be shown to anyone so as to reveal how the ballot is marked. If the voter spoils a paper ballot, he or she shall return it to an election official who shall issue another ballot in its place, but not more than three ballots shall be issued to any one voter. If the ballot has not been initialed by two inspectors or is defective in any other way, the voter shall return it to the election official, who shall issue a proper ballot in its place. The voter may spoil a touch screen ballot at the voting station before the ballot is cast. After Voting the Ballot
BE IT RESOLVED by the School Board of School District of Amery, Polk and St. Croix Counties, Wisconsin, that the final school district budget shall include an amount not to exceed $1,900,000 in excess of the revenue limits imposed by Section 121.91 of the Wisconsin Statutes each year beginning with the 2017-18 school year on a recurring basis for District operation and maintenance purposes including maintaining and restoring staff positions, upgrading curriculum and instructional programs and support services, addressing deferred maintenance needs and upgrading technology and building security. The referendum ballot will ask District electors: “Shall the School Board of the School District of Amery be authorized to exceed the revenue limit under Section 121.91 of the Wisconsin Statutes beginning with the 2017-18 school year by an amount of $1,900,000 on a recurring basis for District operation and maintenance purposes including maintaining and restoring staff positions, upgrading curriculum and instructional programs and support services, addressing deferred maintenance needs and upgrading technology and building security as provided in the foregoing resolution?” A “yes” vote is in favor of the resolution set forth above and is a vote to approve exceeding the revenue limit under Section 121.91 of the Wisconsin Statutes beginning with the 2017-18 school year by an amount of $1,900,000 on a recurring basis for District operation and maintenance purposes including maintaining and restoring staff positions, upgrading curriculum and instructional programs and support services, addressing deferred maintenance needs and upgrading technology and building security. A “no” vote is opposed to the resolution and is a vote to deny exceeding the revenue limit under Section 121.91 of the Wisconsin Statutes beginning with the 2017-18 school year by an amount of $1,900,000 on a recurring basis for District operation and maintenance purposes including maintaining and restoring staff positions, upgrading curriculum and instructional programs and support services, addressing deferred maintenance needs and upgrading technology and building security. Persons with questions regarding the referendum election should contact James Kuchta, District Administrator. School District of Amery Dale Johnson District Clerk
The voter shall touch the screen at the name of the candidate of his or her choice for each office for which he or she intends to vote. To vote for a person whose name does not appear on the ballot, the voter shall type in the name of the person of his or her choice in the space provided for a write-in vote. On referendum questions, the voter shall touch the screen at "yes" if in favor of the question, or the voter shall touch the screen at "no" if opposed to the question.
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After an official paper ballot is marked, it shall be folded so the inside marks do not show, but so the printed endorsements and inspectors' initials on the outside do show. The voter shall leave the booth, deposit the ballot in the ballot box, or deliver the ballot to an inspector for deposit, and shall leave the polling place promptly. After an official touch screen ballot is cast, the voter shall leave the polling place promptly. A voter may select an individual to assist in casting his or her vote if the voter declares an official touch screen ballot voter shall thehas polling place promptly. toAfter the presiding official that he isorcast, shethe is unable toleave read, difficulty reading, writing orAunderstanding English or that due to disability is unable to cast declares his or her ballot. voter may select an individual to assist in casting his or her vote if the voter to the presiding official that he or she is unableassistance to read, has may difficulty or understanding The selected individual rendering notreading, be thewriting voter's employer or an English or that due to disability is unable to cast of hisa or her organization ballot. The selected individual agent of that employer or an officer or agent labor which represents rendering assistance may not be the voter's employer or an agent of that employer or an officer or theagent voter. of a labor organization which represents the voter. Thefollowing following isis a sample of the ballot: ballot: The a sample ofofficial the official
Official Ballot
Nonpartisan Office April 4, 2017
***SAMPLE BALLOT*** Notice to Voters: If you are voting on Election Day, your ballot must be initialed by two election inspectors. If you are voting absentee, your ballot must be initialed by the municipal clerk or deputy clerk. Your ballot may not be counted without initials. (See back of ballot for initials.) Instructions to Voters If you make a mistake on your ballot or have a question, ask an election inspector for help. (Absentee Voters: Contact your municipal clerk.) To vote for a name on the ballot, make an “X” or other mark in the square next to the name, like this: To vote for a name that is not on the ballot, write the name on the line marked “write-in.” Town Board Chairperson Vote for 1
Town Board Supervisor Vote for not more than 2
Rick Scoglio Ansel Johnson
write-in: __________________________________
David Waterman Ken Sample
write-in: __________________________________ write-in: __________________________________
Town Clerk Vote for 1
Town Treasurer Vote for 1
Arlen K. Peterson
write-in: __________________________________
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Linda M. Peterson
write-in: __________________________________
Lisa Carlson, Clerk, Town of Apple River
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Apply now for ‘Buy Local, Buy Wisconsin’ grants MADISON – Since its inception in 2008, the Buy Local, Buy Wisconsin grant program has generated more than $8.4 million in new local food sales. Farmers and others in Wisconsin’s food industry who want to grow their local markets are encouraged to apply in the 2017 round of grants. Managed by the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP), the grants can help farms and business more efficiently process, market and distribute food in local markets including stores, schools and institutions. “Just as a wide variety of foods makes for a healthy diet, a variety of farms and agribusinesses makes for a healthy economy,” said BLBW program manager Kietra Olson. “We encourage growers, processors and distributors of diverse
products to apply, and we look forward to funding some innovative ideas.” Pre-proposals must be received at DATCP by 4 p.m. April 14, 2017. Each proposal must include a cover page, a completed budget template and three-page project description. The necessary documents can be found online at https://datcp. wi.gov/Pages/BuyLocalBuyWisconsinGrants.aspx Qualified projects selected during the pre-proposal round will be invited to complete a full proposal. The recipients will be announced in May, 2017. A total of $200,000 is available in grant funding; the maximum award for each project is $50,000. Grant applicants must provide a cash or in-kind match of at least 50 percent of the total project budget.
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Qualified applicants include individuals, groups or businesses involved in Wisconsin production agriculture, food processing, food distribution, food warehousing, retail food establishments or agricultural tourism operations. Proposals could include collaborations or partnerships. Since 2008, DATCP has awarded 44 BLBW grants for a total of $1,225,400. The program has resulted in nearly 200 jobs retained or created and has benefited more than 2,600 producers. If you have questions about the application process, contact DATCP’s Buy Local Buy Wisconsin program manager Kietra Olson at 608-224-5112 or Kietra.Olson@Wisconsin.gov.
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FACSIMILE BALLOT NOTICE OF SCHOOL DISTRICT OF AMERY REFERENDUM ELECTION APRIL 4, 2017
OFFICE OF THE DISTRICT CLERK OF THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF AMERY TO THE ELECTORS OF THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF AMERY Notice is hereby given of the referendum election to be held in the School District of Amery, on the 4th day of April, 2017 at which the referendum question set forth in the sample ballot below shall be determined. INFORMATION TO ELECTORS Upon entering the polling place, a voter shall state his or her name and address, show an acceptable form of photo identification and sign the poll book before being permitted to vote. If a voter is not registered to vote, a voter may register to vote at the polling place serving his or her residence, if the voter presents proof of residence in a form specified by law. Where ballots are distributed to voters, the initials of two inspectors must appear on the ballot. Upon being permitted to vote, the voter shall retire alone to a voting booth and cast his or her ballot, except that a voter who is a parent or guardian may be accompanied by the voter's minor child or minor ward. An election official may inform the voter of the proper manner for casting a vote, but the official may not in any manner advise or indicate a particular voting choice. On referenda questions when voting by paper ballot, the elector shall make a cross (X) in the square at the right of “yes” if in favor of the question, or the elector shall make a cross (X) in the square at the right of “no” if opposed to the question. On referenda questions when voting by marksense ballot, the elector shall complete the arrow at the right of “yes” if in favor of the question, or complete the arrow at the right of “no” if opposed to the question. On referenda questions when voting by optical scan ballot, the elector shall fill in the oval at the right of "yes" if in favor of the question, or fill in the oval at the right of "no" if opposed to the question. On referenda questions when voting by touchscreen ballot, the elector shall depress the button next to “yes” if in favor of the question, or depress the button next to “no” if opposed. The vote should not be cast in any other manner. If the elector spoils a ballot, he or she shall return it to an election official who shall issue another ballot in its place, but not more than three ballots shall be issued to any one elector. Except for touchscreen ballots, if the ballot has not been initialed by two inspectors or is defective in any other way, the elector shall return it to the election official, who shall issue a proper ballot in its place. Not more than five minutes’ time shall be allowed inside a voting booth or machine. Sample ballots or other materials to assist the elector in casting his or her ballot may be taken into the booth and copied. The sample ballot shall not be shown to anyone so as to reveal how the ballot is marked. After an official paper ballot is marked, it shall be folded so the inside marks do not show but so the printed endorsement and inspectors' initials on the outside do show. The elector shall leave the booth, deposit his or her folded ballot in the proper ballot box, or deliver the ballot to an inspector for deposit, and the elector shall leave the polling place promptly. After an official marksense or optical scan ballot is marked, it shall be inserted in the security sleeve so the marks do not show. After casting his or her vote, the elector shall leave the booth, insert the ballot in the voting devise and discard the sleeve, or deliver the ballot to an inspector for deposit. If a central count system is used, the elector shall insert the ballot in the ballot box and discard the sleeve, or deliver the ballot to an inspector for deposit. The elector shall leave the polling place promptly. After an official touch screen ballot is marked, the elector shall leave the polling place promptly. An elector may select an individual to assist in casting his or her vote if the elector declares to the presiding official that he or she is unable to read, has difficulty reading, writing or understanding English or that due to disability is unable to cast his or her ballot. The selected individual rendering assistance may not be the elector’s employer or an agent of that employer or an officer or agent of a labor organization which represents the elector. The following is a facsimile of the official ballot:
Form of Paper Ballot (facsimile) OFFICIAL REFERENDUM BALLOT SCHOOL DISTRICT OF AMERY POLK AND ST. CROIX COUNTIES, WISCONSIN APRIL 4, 2017 NOTICE TO VOTERS: THIS BALLOT MAY BE INVALID UNLESS INITIALED BY TWO (2) ELECTION INSPECTORS. IF CAST AS AN ABSENTEE BALLOT, THE BALLOT MUST BEAR THE INITIALS OF THE MUNICIPAL CLERK OR DEPUTY CLERK. INSTRUCTIONS TO VOTERS: IF YOU MAKE A MISTAKE OR HAVE A QUESTION, SEE AN ELECTION INSPECTOR. (ABSENTEE VOTERS: CONTACT YOUR MUNICIPAL CLERK.) If you desire to vote for the resolution set forth below, place a cross (X) in the square beneath the question after the word “YES” or if you desire to vote against said resolution, place a cross (X) in the square beneath the question after the word “NO.” RESOLUTION TO EXCEED REVENUE CAP COMMENCING WITH THE 2017-18 SCHOOL YEAR BY AN AMOUNT OF $1,900,000 BE IT RESOLVED by the School Board of School District of Amery, Polk and St. Croix Counties, Wisconsin, that the final school district budget shall include an amount not to exceed $1,900,000 in excess of the revenue limits imposed by Section 121.91 of the Wisconsin Statutes each year beginning with the 2017-18 school year on a recurring basis for District operation and maintenance purposes including maintaining and restoring staff positions, upgrading curriculum and instructional programs and support services, addressing deferred maintenance needs and upgrading technology and building security. _____________________________________________________________________________ Question Shall the School Board of the School District of Amery be authorized to exceed the revenue limit under Section 121.91 of the Wisconsin Statutes beginning with the 2017-18 school year by an amount of $1,900,000 on a recurring basis for District operation and maintenance purposes including maintaining and restoring staff positions, upgrading curriculum and instructional programs and support services, addressing deferred maintenance needs and upgrading technology and building security as provided in the foregoing resolution? NO
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Notice of Spring Election and Sample Ballots POLK COUNTY, WISCONSIN April 4, 2017 OFFICE OF THE POLK COUNTY CLERK TO THE VOTERS OF POLK COUNTY: Notice is hereby given of a spring election to be held in Polk County, on Tuesday, April 4th, 2017, at which the officers named below shall be chosen. The names of the candidates for each office to be voted for, whose nominations have been certified to or filed in this office, are given under the title of the office, each in its proper column, together with the questions submitted to a vote, for a referendum, if any, in the sample ballot below. INFORMATION TO VOTERS Upon entering the polling place, a voter shall state his or her name and address, show an acceptable form of photo identification and sign the poll book before being permitted to vote. If a voter is not registered to vote, a voter may register to vote at the polling place serving his or her residence, if the voter presents proof of residence in a form specified by law. Where ballots are distributed to voters, the initials of two inspectors must appear on the ballot. Upon being permitted to vote, the voter shall retire alone to a voting booth and cast his or her ballot except that a voter who is a parent or guardian may be accompanied by the voter's minor child or minor ward. An election official may inform the voter of the proper manner for casting a vote, but the official may not in any manner advise or indicate a particular voting choice.
Where Paper Ballots are Used The voter shall make a mark (X) in the square next to the name of the candidate of his or her choice for each office for which he or she intends to vote. To vote for a person whose name does not appear on the ballot, the voter shall write in the name of the person of his or her choice in the space provided for a write-in vote. On referendum questions, the voter shall make a mark (X) in the square next to "yes" if in favor of the question, or the voter shall make a mark (X) in the square next to "no" if opposed to the question. Where Optical Scan Voting is Used The voter shall fill in the oval or connect the arrow next to the name of the candidate of his or her choice for each office for which he or she intends to vote. To vote for a person whose name does not appear on the ballot, the voter shall write in the name of the person of his or her choice in the space provided for a write-in vote and fill in the oval or connect the arrow next to the write-in line. On referendum questions, the voter shall fill in the oval or connect the arrow next to "yes" if in favor of the question, or the voter shall fill in the oval or connect the arrow next to "no" if opposed to the question. Where Touch Screen Voting is Used The voter shall touch the screen at the name of the candidate of his or her choice for each office for which he or she intends to vote. To vote for a
person whose name does not appear on the ballot, the voter shall type in the name of the person of his or her choice in the space provided for a write-in vote. On referendum questions, the voter shall touch the screen at "yes" if in favor of the question, or the voter shall touch the screen at "no" if opposed to the question. The vote should not be cast in any other manner. Not more than five minutes’ time shall be allowed inside a voting booth or machine. Sample ballots or other materials to assist the voter in casting his or her vote may be taken into the booth and copied. The sample ballot shall not be shown to anyone so as to reveal how the ballot is marked. If the voter spoils a paper or optical scan ballot, he or she shall return it to an election official who shall issue another ballot in its place, but not more than three ballots shall be issued to any one voter. If the ballot has not been initialed by two inspectors or is defective in any other way, the voter shall return it to the election official, who shall issue a proper ballot in its place. The voter may spoil a touch screen ballot at the voting station before the ballot is cast. After Voting the Ballot After an official paper ballot is marked, it shall be folded so the inside marks do not show, but so the printed endorsements and inspectors' initials on the outside do show. The voter shall leave the booth, deposit the ballot in
the ballot box, or deliver the ballot to an inspector for deposit, and shall leave the polling place promptly. After an official optical scan ballot is marked, it shall be inserted in the security sleeve so the marks do not show. After casting his or her vote, the voter shall leave the booth, insert the ballot in the voting device and discard the sleeve, or deliver the ballot to an inspector for deposit. If a central count system is used, the voter shall insert the ballot in the ballot box and discard the sleeve, or deliver the ballot to an inspector for deposit. The voter shall leave the polling place promptly. After an official touch screen ballot is cast, the voter shall leave the polling place promptly. A voter may select an individual to assist in casting his or her vote if the voter declares to the presiding official that he or she is unable to read, has difficulty reading, writing or understanding English or that due to disability is unable to cast his or her ballot. The selected individual rendering assistance may not be the voter's employer or an agent of that employer or an officer or agent of a labor organization which represents the voter. The following is a sample of the official ballot: Sharon E. Jorgenson, Polk County Clerk
The following are examples of Optic Scan Ballot and Edge Voting Machine ballots: Judicial
School Referendum
Official Ballot Nonpartisan Office and Referendum Polk County, Wisconsin April 4, 2017
Shall the School District of Saint Croix Falls, Polk County, Wisconsin be authorized to issue pursuant to Chapter 67 of the Wisconsin Statutes, general obligation bonds in an amount not to exceed $5,200,000 for the public purpose of paying the cost of a school improvement and maintenance program at District facilities and grounds consisting of: HVAC and mechanical upgrades; classroom, library and interior improvements; safety and security upgrades; roof replacement; lighting and electrical improvements; athletic facility, bus garage, parking and site improvements; and acquisition of furnishings, fixtures and equipment?
Justice of the Supreme Court Vote for 1
ple Annette Ziegler Sam write-in
State Superintendent of Public Instruction
Circuit Court Judge Branch 1
ple Sam
State Superintendent
ple Sam
Vote for 1
Tony Evers
Vote for 1 Yes
Malia Malone
No
Lowell E. Holtz
Daniel J. Tolan
write-in
School District of St. Croix Falls
write-in
After an official paper ballot is marked, it shall be folded so the inside marks do not show, but so the printed endorsements and inspectors' initials on the outside do show. The voter shall leave the booth, deposit the ballot in the ballot box, or deliver the ballot to an inspector for deposit, and shall leave the polling place promptly.
School Board Member
Circuit Court Judge Branch 2
Vote for 1
After an official optical scan ballot is marked, it shall be inserted in the security sleeve so the marks do not show. After casting his or her vote, the voter shall leave the booth, insert the ballot in the voting device and discard the sleeve, or deliver the ballot to an inspector for deposit. If a central count system is used, the voter shall insert the Roni Schuler ballot in the ballot box and discard the sleeve, or deliver the ballot to an inspector for deposit. The voter shall leave the polling place promptly.
Vote for 1
ple Sam
Jeff Anderson
After an official touch screen ballot is cast, the voter shall leave the polling place promptly.
write-in A voter may select an individual to assist in casting his or her vote if the voter declares to the presiding official that he or she is unable to read, has difficulty reading, writing or understanding English or that due to disability is unable to cast his or her ballot. The selected individual rendering assistance may not be the voter's employer or an agent of that employer or an officer or agent of a labor organization which represents the voter.
write-in
The following is a sample of the official ballot:
Official Ballot
Town Treasurer
Municipal
Nonpartisan Office
Vote for 1
April 4, 2017
Town Board Chairperson
JoAnn Erickson
Vote for 1
Ed Gullickson
write-in
write-in
Instructions to Voters If you make a mistake on your ballot or have a question, ask an election inspector for help. (Absentee Voters: Contact your municipal clerk.)
Town Board Supervisor Vote for not more than 2
George Stroebel Don Mork
write-in
write-in
Town Clerk Vote for 1
Sue Knutson
write-in
**SAMPLE BALLOT** Notice to Voters: If you are voting on Election Day, your ballot must be initialed by two election inspectors. If you are voting absentee, your ballot must be initialed by the municipal clerk or deputy clerk. Your ballot may not be counted without initials. (See back of ballot for initials.)
ple Sam
To vote for a name on the ballot, make an “X” or other mark in the square next to the name, like this: To vote for a name that is not on the ballot, write the name on the line marked “write-in.”
State Superintendent of Public Instruction
Judicial (Cont.)
State Superintendent Vote for 1
Circuit Court Judge, Branch 1 Vote for 1
Tony Evers Lowell E. Holtz
write-in: ____________________________________
Judicial
ple Sam
Malia Malone Daniel J. Tolan
write-in: ____________________________________
Circuit Court Judge, Branch 2
Justice of the Supreme Court
Vote for 1
Vote for 1
write-in: ____________________________________
Annette Ziegler
Jeff Anderson
ple Sam
write-in: ____________________________________
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Facsimile Ballot Nonpartisan Office and Referendum April 4, 2017
Village of Clayton Nonpartisan Office April 4, 2017
TOWN OF LINCOLN
Notice to Voters: If you are voting on Election Day, your ballot must be initialed by two election inspectors. If you are voting absentee, your ballot must be initialed by Official the municipalBallot Nonpartisan clerk or deputy clerk. Your ballot may not be counted without Office initials. (See back of ballot for initials.) April 4, 2017
Instructions Voters If you are voting on Election Day, your ballot must be initialed by two election Notice totoVoters: If you make a mistake on your ballot or haveyour a question, ask be initialed by the municipal clerk or deputy inspectors. If you are voting absentee, ballot must an election inspector help. (Absentee Voters: Contact your(See back of ballot for initials.) clerk. Your ballotfor may not be counted without initials. municipal clerk.) to Voters Instructions If you a mistake on your ballot or have a question, To vote formake a name on the ballot, make an “X” or other mark ask an election inspector for help. (Absentee Voters: yourname, municipal clerk.) in the squareContact next to the like this: X To vote for afor name that ison not onballot, the ballot, write the or name onmark in the square next to the name, like this: To vote a name the make an “X” other the To linevote marked ” is not on the ballot, write the name on the line marked “write-in.” for a“write-in. name that Village President Vote for 1
Jennifer Bergmann Joseph Berghammer
write-in: __________________________________
Village Trustee Vote for not more than 3
Shawn Schradle Travis Krueger
ple Sam
write-in: __________________________________ write-in: __________________________________ write-in: __________________________________
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OFFICIAL BALLOT SCHOOL DISTRICT OF CLEAR LAKE
OFFICIAL BALLOT FACSIMILE BALLOT FOR
Nonpartisan Office
School District of Clear Lake: Village of Clear Lake, Towns of Clear Lake, Clayton and Black Brook in Polk County; Towns of Forest April and Cylon in St. Croix 4, 2017 County; Town of Vance Creek in Barron County; Town of New Haven invoters: Dunn IfCounty, Wisconsin. Notice to you are voting on Election Day, your ballot must be initialed by
Town of Vance Creek
SCHOOL BOARD ELECTION TUESDAY, APRIL 4, 2017 NOTICE TO ELECTORS: THIS BALLOT IS INVALID UNLESS INITIALED BY AS AN ABSENTEE BALLOT, THE BALLOT MUST BEAR THE INITIALS OF THE MUNICIPAL CLERK.
EL-215-2017 | Paper Spring Election Ballot for Village TWO ELECTION INSPECTORS. IFOffices CAST (Rev.2016-12)
two election inspectors. If you are voting absentee, your ballot must be initialed by TUESDAY, the municipal clerk or deputyAPRIL clerk. Your 4, ballot2017 may not be counted without initials. (See end of ballot for initials.)
TO VOTE FOR A PERSON WHOSE NAME IS PRINTED ON THE BALLOT, MAKE A CROSS (X) IN THE SQUARE AFTER THE NAME OF THE PERSON FOR WHOM YOU DESIRE TO VOTE. TO VOTE FOR A PERSON WHOSE NAME IS NOT PRINTED ON THE BALLOT; WRITE IN THE BLANK SPACE PROVIDED FOR THAT PURPOSE.
School Board Members at Large
Vote for not More Than Two
Inspectors
Absentee Voter’s Ballot Issued By
__________________________________Municipal Clerk
GREG FRIENDSHUH I certify that the within ballot was marked by me for an elector incapable under the law of marking his own ballot and as directed by the elector.
KEVIN SKIP GROSSKREUTZ
(Signature of Assisting Individual)
I certify that the within ballot was marked by me at the request of an absentee elector incapable under the law of marking his own ballot and as directed by the elector. (Signature of Person Authorized to Administer Oath) (Title)
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Medical research under fire by State lawmaker LA CROSSE, WI – Republican lawmakers and anti-choice special interest groups are renewing their push to ban medical research in Wisconsin. Led by Sen. Terry Moulton (R-Chippewa Falls) and Rep. Joel Kleefisch (R-Oconomowoc), LRB 1754 would ban lifesaving medical research and impose criminal penalties on biomedical researchers. In response to the proposal, Senate Democratic Leader Jennifer Shilling (D-La Crosse) released the following statement: “This bill is a twisted effort to push a misguided special interest agenda. Anyone who knows a family member or loved one affected by cancer, diabetes, Alzheimer's or Parkinson's disease wants hope that one day we can find cures for these devastating illnesses. LRB 1754 would crush that hope for Wisconsin families and patients by blocking the cutting edge research that could
one day lead to a breakthrough cure. “Lifesaving medical research in Wisconsin already follows the highest level of ethical standards and federal laws regarding tissue donation. Bioscience accounts for over 100,000 private sector jobs in Wisconsin and has an economic impact of $27 billion a year. Rather than blocking lifesaving research and outsourcing Wisconsin jobs, we should be building on our state’s strong reputation as a leader in cutting edge bioscience and medical breakthroughs.” A similar attempt by Republican politicians to ban medical research last session garnered widespread opposition from the Medical College of Wisconsin, the Wisconsin Medical Society, the Wisconsin Alumni Research Foundation, BioForward and Wisconsin Manufacturers and Commerce.
FACSIMILE BALLOT
TOWNTOWN OF ALDEN OFFICIAL BALLOT
OFFICIAL TOWN BALLOT For Nonpartisan Office
FOR BALLOT FACSIMILE
Tuesday, April 4, 2017
Town of Alden
FOR
TOWN OF CLEAR LAKE Town of Alden
Tuesday, April 4, 2017 NOTICE TO ELECTORS: THIS BALLOT MAY BE INVALID UNLESS INITIALED BY TWO (2) ELECTION INSPECTORS IF CAST AS AN ABSENTEE BALLOT, THE BALLOT MUST BEAR THE INITIALS OF THE MUNICIPAL CLERK OR DEPUTY CLERK. To vote for a person whose name is printed on the ballot, make a cross (X) in the square at the RIGHT of the name of the person for whom you desire to vote. To vote for a person whose name does not appear on the ballot, write the name in the blank space provided for that purpose.
Notice to Voters: This ballot is invalid unless initialed by two Tuesday, April 2017 ballot, the ballot election inspectors. If cast as an4,absentee must bear the initials of the municipal clerk or deputy clerk. WARD (S) ________ TOWN OF ALDEN
KEITH KARPENSKI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Notice to Voters: This ballot is invalid unless initialed by two election inspectors. If cast as an absentee To vote for name onof thethe ballot, an “X” or other mark ballot, the ballot mustabear the initials municipal clerk ormake deputy clerk. (initials of inspectors) in the square next to the name. Instructions to Voters: If you make afor mistake on your ballot or have question, an election inspector. (Absentee Contact To vote a name that is anot onseethe ballot, write theVoters: name on your municipal clerk.) the line marked “write-in. ” To vote for a name on the ballot, make an “X” or other mark in the square next to the name.
Absentee Ballot by write the name on the line marked “write-in.” To vote for a name that isissued not on the ballot,
RONNIE LEE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Town Board Chairperson Vote for 1
WRITE-IN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . VOTE FOR NOT MORE THAN 2
Certification of Elector Assistance
TED JOHNSON. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . GERALD ANDERSON . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . JAMES SCHANON . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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□ Janelle M. Johnson (signature of assisting elector) □ write-in: ___________________________________
WRITE-IN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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□ Larry O. Reindahl I certify that the within ballot was marked by me for an elector □ Richard C. Buhr who is authorized under the law to have assistance upon □ write-in: ___________________________________ request and as directed by the elector. □ write-in: ___________________________________ Town Clerk Vote for 1
WRITE-IN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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□ Arthur C. Bergmann (initials of municipal clerk or deputy clerk) □ write-in: ___________________________________ Town Board Supervisor Vote for not more than 2
GREG FROST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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POLK COUNTY
Instructions to Voters OFFICIAL BALLOT If youissued makeby a mistakeFor on your ballot or have a question, see an Ballot Nonpartisan Office election inspector.________________________________ (Absentee Voters: Contact your municipal Tuesday, April 4, 2017 clerk.) TOWN OF CLEAR LAKE
TOWN BOARD CHAIRPERSON VOTE FOR 1
TOWN BOARD SUPERVISOR
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□ Jenifer Cockroft □ write-in: ___________________________________
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LOCATION AND HOURS OF POLLING PLACES
At the election to be held on April 4, 2017 in Polk County, the following polling place locations will be used for the municipalities indicated: ALL POLLING PLACES OPEN AT 7:00 A.M. AND CLOSE AT 8:00 P.M. Voters must be registered before they may vote. You may already be registered. If you have any questions concerning your polling place, contact the municipal clerk. All polling places are accessible to elderly and disabled voters.
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Town of Garfield Nonpartisan Office April 4, 2017
Notice to Voters: If you are voting on Election Day, your ballot must be initialed by two election inspectors. If you are voting absentee, your ballot must be initialed by the municipal clerk or deputy clerk. Your ballot may not be counted without initials. (See back of ballot for initials.) Instructions to Voters If you make a mistake on your ballot or have a question, ask an election inspector for help. (Absentee Voters: Contact your municipal clerk.) To vote for a name on the ballot, make an “X” or other mark in the square next to the name, like this: X To vote for a name that is not on the ballot, write the name on the line marked “write-in.”
CITY OF AMERY Voting at: Amery City Hall 118 Center St. W, Amery Frances Duncanson, Clerk, 715-268-7486
TOWN OF CLEAR LAKE Voting at: Clear Lake Town Hall 375 46th St., Clear Lake Janelle Johnson, Clerk, 715-948-2189
TOWN OF ALDEN Voting at: Alden Town Hall 183 155th St., Star Prairie Judy Demulling, Clerk, 715-248-7859
TOWN OF GARFIELD Voting at: Garfield Town Hall 690 Minneapolis St., Wanderoos Sue Knutson, Clerk, 715-268-4414
TOWN OF APPLE RIVER Voting at: Apple River Town Hall 612 US Hwy. 8, Range Lisa Carlson Clerk, 715-768-5002
TOWN OF LINCOLN Voting at: Lincoln Town Hall 661 85th St., Amery Stephanie Marciniak, Clerk, 715-268-4747
TOWN OF BEAVER Voting at: Beaver Town Hall 1541 Cty. Hwy. T, Turtle Lake Wendy Coleman, Clerk, 715-986-4725
TOWN OF VANCE CREEK Voting at: Vance Creek Town Hall 174 2nd Ave., Cty. Hwy. A, Reeve Marge Marlett, Clerk, 715-948-2670 Glennis Lynch, Deputy Clerk, 715-455-1432
TOWN OF BLACK BROOK Voting at: Black Brook Town Hall 99 75th St., Clear Lake Sally Pickard, Clerk, 715-268-2926 TOWN OF CLAYTON Voting at: Clayton Town Hall 462 105th Ave., Clayton Tracy LaBlanc, Clerk, 715-948-2564 WNAXLP
VILLAGE OF CLAYTON Voting at: Municipal Building 133 Clayton Ave. East, Clayton Dave Fall, Clerk, 715-948-2460 VILLAGE OF CLEAR LAKE Voting at: Clear Lake Village Hall 350 4th Ave., Clear Lake Al Bannink, Clerk, 715-263-2157 WNAXLP
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This past Sunday Clear Lake welcomed home their youth wrestlers who had competed at the state competition in Madison. After some tough matches Friday night, four advanced on to wrestle on Saturday afternoon. From there they all made it through to the finals where they earned a spot on the podium and also a trophy. Ashton Duden placed 6th, Mitchell Anderson placed 5th, Kaylee Sunday placed 4th and Dominic Leintz (not pictured) placed 2nd.
Elect a judge who will work as a team with Branch 2 Judge Jeff Anderson, because Polk County deserves two judges committed to serving its citizens. Malia Malone will work to expand proven treatment court options to include Veteranâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Court and Mental Health Court. Find out more at www.maliamalone.com, and be sure to vote April 4! Paid for by Malone for Judge, Brian Masters, Treasurer
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Five of the 10 Amery Youth Wrestlers that advanced to the WWF Kids State Folkstyle State Championships that were held on Friday & Saturday March 24 & 25, 2017 at the Veterans Memorial Coliseum (Alliant Energy Center) located in Madison, WI placed. In the Boys Division: Koy Hopke 1st place, Walker Ingham 2nd place, Bradyn Penard 6th place. Brendan Burke placed 5th. In the Girls Division: Abby Bushinger 1st place.
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Amery School District Referendum SUPPORTING OUR STUDENTS The referendum includes additional student opportunities, updates to classroom technology and student learning resources, and additional curriculum and instruction materials.
vote YES! APRIL 4TH
MAINTAIN OUR SCHOOLS The referendum includes upgrading classrooms and student labs, updating building security and HVAC systems, adding energyefficient lighting and more.
BUILD A THRIVING COMMUNITY When schools are strong, communities thrive. When they are not, the community - including businesses, real estate values, neighborhoods, etc. is negatively impacted.
...all with zero increase of your school tax dollars!
Approved and paid for by the Vote Yes Committee!
Approved and paid for by the Vote Yes Committee, Chuck Williamson, Treasurer
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Amery Spring Show Sponsored by Amery Free Press
Friday, April 7, 5-8 p.m. Saturday, April 8, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. AMERY ICE ARENA 1065 River Place Drive, Amery FRIDAY DEMONSTRATIONS: 5-8 p.m. Amery Fire Dept. with the new Airboat 6-8 p.m. Learn to Play Pickelball with Tim Strohbusch SATURDAY DEMONSTRATIONS: 10:30 a.m. Polk Burnett Beekeepers Association Noon Learn to Play Pickelball with Tim Strohbusch 1 p.m. Demo on Maple Syrup with Larry Loverude 2:30 p.m. Learn to Play Pickelball with Tim Strohbusch
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All Exteriors Custom Remodelers Amery Area EMS Give Big Amery Chevrolet Johnson Ford Amery Community Club/City of Amery Krumm Siding & Roofing Amery Free Press Lampert Lumber Amery Youth Hockey Association Luxury Bath Solutions Asher Lasting Exteriors Next Energy Solution Bremer Bank Polk Burnett Electric Cooperative Comfort By Design Riverside Homes & Construction Countryside Plumbing & Heating Slumberland Culligan Something Different Printing Window Concepts of Minnesota Admission - Non-perishable food items or $2 donation to local food pantry
Concessions available by Amery Hockey Association Proceeds will benefit the Amery Hockey Association, Amery Area Food Pantry, plus a scholarship presented to an area student.
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COOKING WORLD Tidbit: Anyone can make a mistake, but only an idiot persists in his error. (Marcus Tullius Cicero – OraCarolyn Lumsden tor and Statesman) 715-483-9738
People seem to like the ‘impossible pies’. They’re so quick and easy to make and always taste good. IMPOSSIBLY EASY PUMPKIN PECAN PIE Combine until well blended: 1 c. canned pumpkin (not the pumpkin pie mix) 1/2 c. Bisquick (or your baking mix) 1/2 c. sugar 1 c. evaporated milk 1 T. butter, softened 1-1/2 tsp. pumpkin pie spice 1 tsp. vanilla 2 eggs Stir in: 1/2 c. chopped pecans Pour into a sprayed/greased 9” deep dish pie plate. Bake at 350° for 35-40 minutes or until knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Put on wire rack to cool completely. To serve, add some whipped cream/topping or scoop of ice cream. To make a special topping, combine 1-1/2 c. frozen whipped topping, thawed or whipped cream, 1/8 tsp. pumpkin pie spice. Spread on top of the pie. Garnish on top with some pecan halves. This casserole is for people who like sauerkraut. It contains potatoes, cheese and corned beef, too. Recipe uses packaged mashed potatoes but you could substitute your own mashed potatoes. REUBEN CASSEROLE Heat in 3 qt. saucepan or MW safe bow: 4 c. water 1/3 c. butter Stir in: 1-1/2 c. milk 1 T. yellow mustard Stir in until just moistened: 2 pouches (4.7 oz. ea.) roasted garlic mashed potatoes (or your favorite) Let potatoes stand one minute and then using a fork, fluff until smooth. Spread 3 cups of the potatoes into a greased/ sprayed 2-1/2 qt. baking dish or a 9x13” baking pan. Top potatoes with: 1 pkg. (6 oz.) sliced corn beef, cut into 1/2” pieces Spread over the corned beef pieces: 1 can (14-1/2 oz.) sauerkraut, rinsed and well drained Sprinkle on top: 2 tsp. caraway seeds (optional) Spoon remaining mashed potatoes on to the top of sauerkraut Sprinkle with: 2 c.(8 oz.) shredded Swiss cheese Sprinkle on top: 2 tsp. caraway seeds (optional) Bake, uncovered, at 350° for about 20 minutes or until cheese is a light golden brown. Serves 4-6. Hint: If using your own mashed potatoes, leave out the first 5 ingredients except mustard.
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This beef stroganoff is made in less than 40 minutes. It’s just right for a busy meal time. No need to cook the noodles before. CREAMY BEEF STROGANOFF Sauté in large skillet until evenly browned, about 10 minutes: 1 T. oil 1 pound boneless sirloin steak, cut into thin strips 1 onion, cut into thin wedges Add, stir and bring to a boil: 1 can (14/5 oz.) beef broth (your choice) 1 can (8 oz.) mushrooms, pieces and stems, undrained 4 c. uncooked egg noodles Turn heat to simmer, cover and let cook for 10-12 minutes or until noodles are tender. Stir in and heat for 2 minutes or until hot, stirring occasionally: 1 container (8 oz.) sour cream. Hint: If you want, you could add 3 c. frozen or fresh vegetables instead of the mushrooms or use a combination of the two (mushrooms and veg.) If mixture seems dry, add some water or milk so the noodles have moisture to cook. Serves 4-6. This frozen pie is a made ahead dessert so allow time to do that before needing the dessert. BLUEBERRY LEMONY NUTTY PIE You will need 1 graham cracker crust. Combine in large mixing bowl: 3 c. vanilla ice cream, softened 2 tsp. lemon extract Stir in: 1 c. frozen blueberries Cover with foil and freeze for at least 3 hours. When ready to serve, remove from freezer, let sit for 5 minutes then sprinkle some chopped nuts on top. Slice into pieces. Serve with a scoop of additional ice cream or a dollop whipped cream/topping.
Wanting to make some chicken a la king and have little time? This recipe is for you. You will need some leftover cooked chicken or turkey or some rotisserie chicken. IN A HURRY CHICKEN A LA KING Prepare some egg noodles or make some buttermilk biscuits and serve the chicken mixture on top. In larger skillet on medium heat, sauté until tender: 3 T. butter 8 oz. fresh mushrooms, sliced Add and combine well, then heat for 3-5 minutes or until hot: 1 can (10-3/4 oz.) cream of chicken soup 1/2 c. milk 1/2 tsp. salt (optional) pepper to taste 2 c. cooked chicken (turkey) cut into bite-size pieces Stir in: 1 c. frozen peas, thawed 1 jar (2 oz.) diced pimientos, drained Continue to cook for 5-7 minutes or until well warmed. Serve over the cooked noodles or buttermilk biscuits (yours or store-bought). Serves 2-4. If you have more people to serve, this recipe can be doubled easily. Tip: To plump raisins, boil 1 c. water, add up to 1 c. raisins, stir and let stand five minute, then drain well. (If using a more raisins, use more water.)
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Five steps for better spring cleaning Senn-Dado announce engagement Travis John Senn of Campbellsport, and Bethany Margaret Dado of Amery, are excited to announce their engagement. Travis is the son of James and Deborah Senn, and Bethany is the daughter of Rick and Gwen Dado. The couple met while working at World Dairy Expo as part of their studies at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Both graduated from UW in 2016 and are currently residing in Gainesville, FL. Travis works as a Market Analyst for Southeast Milk, Inc., and Bethany is studying for her Master’s degree in the University of Florida’s Department of Animal Sciences, specializing in Lactation Physiology. The couple will be wed on April 8 in Oshkosh.
Governor Walker Focuses on Historic K-12 Education Investments at New Richmond High School New Richmond – Governor Scott Walker joined students, teachers, and staff at New Richmond High School today to discuss the historic K-12 education investments included in his Executive Budget proposal. Highlights include $649 million in new state aids for all Wisconsin K-12 schools and a $509.2 million increase in per-pupil categorical aid. On top of this, the governor’s budget lifts K-12 investment to $11.5 billion over two years, an all-time high. “To guarantee Wisconsin continues to move forward for generations to come, it’s crucial we make investing in education a top priority,” Governor Walker said. “Our budget proposal does just that. We’re taking the Reform Dividend and using it to bolster state support for K-12 and higher education. The young minds of tomorrow are being shaped in our classrooms today. A quality educa-
tion for every single student in Wisconsin – regardless of their zip code – has a direct and significant impact on the future success of our workforce and economy.” The New Richmond School District is estimated to receive approximately $52.1 million in funding from the state under Governor Walker’s biennial budget, including: An increase of more than $1.9 million in Per Pupil Aid. Governor Walker’s budget increases per-pupil funding by $200 in Fiscal Year 2018 and $204 per pupil in Fiscal Year 2019 – the largest increase since the 20052007 biennium. The New Richmond School District may be eligible for additional funding under Governor Walker’s budget proposal, such as mental health grants, energy efficiency incentives, and special needs grants.
Winter turned out to be short and sweet this year. Now that warmer temperatures are in the forecast, it’s time to attack the layers of dust, pet hair and even crumbs that collected in the nooks and crannies of your home over the last few months with a little spring cleaning. This cleaning ritual dates back to when people kept their houses shut tight against the cold of winter. While most homes today are not nearly as dingy as they were before electricity, we still live inside airtight houses that need to breathe. Two Maids & A Mop, one of nation’s fastest growing residential cleaning companies with a local office, is taking aim at that leftover dirt, grime and muck by launching its Spring Cleaning Challenge: five steps to rejuvenate your home and restore it to top form. These five steps are designed to take the headache out of spring cleaning, while removing the dust and dirt that accumulated over the last few months. •Defy Dust Use a cloth to remove dust and dirt from ceiling fans and air conditioning vents, follow up with a soft nozzle vacuum attachment, if necessary. Baseboards are magnets for dust. Use a mini broom or even a dry paintbrush to sweep baseboards. Don’t forget to scoop up any hair or dust you swept away. (Always clean baseboards AFTER cleaning floors.) Dust accumulates in creases of furniture. Flip cushions frequently, and don’t forget to vacuum between cushions on a regular schedule.
•KP Duty Clean cabinets inside and out. Remove everything from inside cabinets, vacuum shelves and drawers, removing dust and other debris. Take the time to sort through items, and toss out what you don’t use. Lastly, wipe down shelves, drawers, hinges and doors with a microfiber cloth. As you return items to cabinets, remember to stay organized. Before cleaning the oven, identify what kind of oven you own, self-cleaning, textured or non-selfcleaning. The type determines the type of cleaner to use. For stubborn stains in a non-self-cleaning oven, use an oven cleaner and a brush or scrubbing pad. NEVER use abrasive cleaners, oven cleaners or scouring pads on textured ovens. Unplug refrigerator, pull it away from the wall, if possible; thoroughly clean coils, since dust can collect in coils and possibly create mechanical issues. Sweep and mop area while fridge is pulled out. •Bathroom Breakdown Dab a toothbrush or grout brush in straight bleach, scrub well. Be sure to ventilate the room. Tile grout is highly susceptible to bacteria growth, and sealing it every six months is a good habit to combat grime. Researchers at the University of Arizona discovered a bathroom sink drain collects more bacteria than a toilet seat. Try frequently using disposable disinfecting wipes on the faucet to cut down on germs. Coat shower walls and doors with a water repellent, like what you would put on a car windshield. The repellent should help
water and soap scum bead up, creating less for you to eventually scrub away. •FLOOR IT! Hardwood floors require special care. Only use a cleaner suitable for the floor finish. Most newly installed floors are surface sealed. Avoid water! Use a damp-mopping technique at all times. If a floor is not surface sealed, sweep or vacuum, instead of using water. Fluff up heavy traffic carpet areas by spraying stains with equal amounts of water and vinegar, wait for it to work, blot up the stain, then fluff the carpet fibers by swiping with the side of a spoon. Check out care labels before deep cleaning area rugs. If no instructions are provided, test a spot on the rug with a commercial cleaner. If safe, clean the entire rug, thoroughly rinse, dry and vacuum. •Window Treatment Dirt, dust and pet hair cling to blinds, drapes and curtains. Take down plastic or metal blinds, if possible, and spray down with a hose outdoors. Wood blinds cannot be washed. Wipe wooden slats with furniture cleaner after dusting. Use a vacuum attachment to clean curtains. If really dirty, check label to see if the fabric is safe to put in a washing machine. Many curtain fabrics are dry clean only. Try mixing dishwasher detergent with warm water to clean windows. Keep a window squeegee and plenty of microfiber cloths nearby. Remember, you must clean windows inside and out to get a crystal clear appearance.
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DOT recognizes firms for In search of Excellence in Road Design Crane Counters! As part of the recent American Council of Engineering Companies conference held in Wisconsin Dells, the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) announced seven Excellence in Highway Design Awards for projects completed last year. Top winners include bridge design projects in Douglas and Brown counties, rural highway projects in Portage and La Crosse counties, urban highway projects in Dane and Door counties, and a local transportation project in Dodge County. Photos of the award-winning projects can be found on the WisDOT website. “These awards recognize design work completed by WisDOT engineers and our private consultant partners,” said Beth Cannestra, director of WisDOT’s Bureau of Project Development. “Determining award-winning design projects is a challenging task handled by a panel of judges from the Federal Highway Administration, WisDOT and private firms.” Categories and award recipients include:
Excellence in Structure Design: •Ayres Associates of Waukesha for the US 2 Bong Bridge project in Douglas County. The project involved complex bridge preservation work including a new concrete deck, painting and adjustments to suspension cables to enhance the bridge’s dependability and appearance. •WisDOT NE Region staff were recognized for work on the WIS 96 Fox River bridge project in the Brown County community of Wrightstown. The old structure was replaced with a 14-span bridge that will accommodate larger vehicles such as trucks and farm equipment, as well as pedestrians and bicyclists. Excellence in Urban Design: •The Strand Team (consisting of Strand Associates, AECOM, KL Engineering, CORRE, and Ken Saiki Design) for the US 18 Verona Road project in Dane County. The project features a single point interchange that will optimize traffic flow. About 65,000 vehicles
travel daily along Verona Road and 120,000 vehicles daily on the Beltline. •WisDOT NE Region staff were recognized for work on a three-quartermile segment of WIS 42 from County Walk Drive to Scandia Road in the Door County community of Sister Bay. Reconstruction of the urban roadway was completed under traffic, ahead of schedule and under budget while minimizing public disruption. The corridor accommodates about 7,000 vehicles on an average day, but can experience twice that volume during peak travel periods. Excellence in Rural Highway Design: •Becher-Hoppe Associates of Wausau for the J-turn located at WIS 54 and County U in Portage County. The first of its kind in the state, the J-turn with auxiliary lanes is designed to reduce serious crashes by changing how vehicles cross WIS 54. While not a solution for all intersections, J-turns can help to maintain access with minimal impacts and costs compared to a
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standard interchange. A video demonstrating how the J-turn design works can be found on the WisDOT YouTube site. •WisDOT SW Region staff were recognized for the WIS 35 project between US 53 and Poplar St. in La Crosse County. The project made improvements to a portion of the Great River Road including new roundabouts and turn lanes. Excellence in Local Program Design: WisDOT SW Region staff for the County KW bridge over Pratt Creek in Dodge County. The original aging bridge was replaced using a technique known as Geosynthetic Reinforced Soil – Integrated Bridge System (GRS-IBS). It uses basic earthwork techniques similar to retaining wall construction that minimize costs, project duration and motorist inconvenience. GRS-IBS is an innovative alternative for smaller, single-span bridges over low-velocity waterways.
On Saturday, April 8, 2017, from 5:30 to 7:30 a.m., the International Crane Foundation will sponsor the 42nd Annual Midwest Crane Count. Over 2,000 volunteer participants from throughout Wisconsin and portions of Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Michigan and Minnesota participate in the spring survey, which gathers information on the abundance and distribution of cranes in the upper Midwest. New volunteers interested in taking part in the survey should first contact their local County Coordinator (Nan Riegel, Polk County Coordinator 715307-4712 nanriegel@gmail.com) for instructions. Visit www.cranecount.org for the list of 2017 County Coordinators. The International Crane Foundation sponsors the Annual Midwest Crane Count as a part of its mission to conserve the world’s 15 species of cranes and the natural communities on which they depend. Sandhill Cranes once nearly disappeared from Wisconsin, but the species has successfully recovered and is slowly expanding into neighboring states. Observations of Sandhill Cranes can lend insight into threatened crane species, including the Endangered Whooping Crane. There are now over 100 Whopping Cranes in the reintroduced population in central Wisconsin, and Crane Counters may have a chance of sighting a Whooping Crane during the survey. For more information on the Annual Midwest Crane Count: Visit www.cranecount.org and contact your county coordinator, or contact Sara Gavney Moore, ICF Communications Specialist at 608-356-9462 ext. 155, cranecount@savingcranes. org.
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CLEAR LAKE SCHOOLS Thursday, March 30— Elementary breakfast: Cereal or french toast sticks, cheese omelet. Elementary lunch: Pizza casserole and breadstick or peanut butter sandwich, garden salad bar, sliced pears. High school breakfast: Entree options: Cereal, Nutri Grain bar, muffin, cheese omelet, french toast sticks, blueberry lemon bites. High school lunch: Pizza casserole or crispy chicken salad, breadstick, steamed corn, garden salad bar, applesauce, craisins. Friday, March 30— No school. Monday, April 3— Elementary breakfast: Cereal and graham crackers or pancake sausage stick with syrup. Elementary lunch: PB&J “Uncrustable,” or Goldfish & cheese stick, vegetables with dip, yogurt cup, chicken noodle soup, strawberries. High school breakfast: Entree options: Cereal, cheese stick, cereal bar, Pop Tart, yogurt, pancake sausage stick, banana bread. High school lunch: Garlic cheese french bread or peanut butter sandwich, chicken noodle soup, vegetables
with dip, marinara sauce, applesauce, peaches. Tuesday, April 4— Elementary breakfast: Cereal or oatmeal, cereal bar. Elementary lunch: “Brunch Lunch,” cheese omelet, sausage links, hash browns, bell pepper strips, orange smiles, muffin. High school breakfast: Entree options: Cereal, yogurt, Krave S’mores, muffin, Little John donut, scrambled eggs. High school lunch: Chicken Philly, turkey or barbeque chicken sub, roasted & fresh vegetables, oriental slaw, baked Lays chips, grapes, mandarin oranges. Wednesday, April 5— Elementary breakfast: Cereal or peanut butter & jelly “uncrustable,” yogurt. Elementary lunch: Sloppy Joe or grilled chicken sandwich, curly fries, baked beans, mandarin oranges. High school breakfast: Entree options: Cereal, Zee Zee bar, cereal bar, muffin, “Gripz” graham crackers, Canadian bacon, egg & cheese sandwich. High school lunch: Sloppy Joe or grilled chicken sandwich, curly fries, baked beans, pineapple.
AMERY SCHOOLS Thursday, March 30— Lien Elementary lunch: Spaghetti hot dish, garlic toast, green beans, garden bar, fruit choices. Intermediate school lunch: Spaghetti hot dish, garlic toast, green beans, garden bar, fruit choices. Middle school lunch: Spaghetti hot dish, garlic toast, green beans, garden bar, fruit choices. High school lunch: Spaghetti hot dish, garlic toast, green beans, garden bar, fruit choices.
Friday, March 31— Lien Elementary lunch: Pizza, California blend veggies, garden bar, fruit choices. Intermediate school lunch: Pizza or fish sandwich, California blend veggies, garden bar, fruit choices. Middle school lunch: Pizza or fish sandwich, California blend veggies, garden bar, fruit choices. High school lunch: Pizza or fish sandwich, California blend veggies, garden bar, fruit choices.
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Spring classes offered If you did not receive a Community Education brochure in your mail, you can pick one up at any of the 4 schools or the public library. You can also view the entire brochure and register online through the Community Ed link on the Amery School website www.amerysd.k12.wi.us Pre-register for all classes and events by mail, in person, online ( w w w. a m e r y s d . k 1 2 . wi.us) or by phone. For more information call 715-268-9771 x220 or email commed@amerysd.k12. wi.us. Gymnastics – Tiny Tumbling Warriors, Beginners & Intermediate classes on Tuesday & Thursday evenings. New session in April with classes at 4:00, 4:45 and 5:30. Pre-register. Play and Learn for children and parents. Child interaction time as well as parent time to discuss parenting strategies and dilemmas with a Parent Educator and other parents. Mondays, March 27-May 22 from 10-11:30 a. Registration opens March 20 at 9 a – call 715.684.4440. No Fee. Avoiding the Diabetes Epidemic with Real Food: Are you diabetic, pre-diabetic, or concerned about your blood sugar? If so, you know high glucose levels can damage your health. If you haven’t been successful in managing your blood sugar, are you ready for a new approach? Leave this class knowing how to eat to control your blood sugar. March 30 from 6-8 p. Fee $24 to
Comm Ed, pre-register. Wild Mushrooms 101: This is a classroom session covering the 'three rules + one' and the 'safe six': morels, shaggy manes, hen of the woods, chicken mushrooms, oyster mushrooms and puffballs. Poisonous mushrooms will also be discussed. April 3 & 4 from 5:30-8:30 p. WITC Fee $24.05 or SR F $4.50. Pre-register with WITC, www.witc.edu, 1-800-2439482 ext 4221. Class # 26979. Fabulous Fanciful Flowers: Create your own unique mixed media painting celebrating the color and patterns of flowers. Learn techniques using acrylic inks, fabrics, beads and found objects on canvas. Painting experience not required. All supplies provided. Sat, April 8 from 10 a until 4 p. Fee $65 to Community Ed, pre-register. Supply Fee $10, pay instructor at class. Optional finishing/ open studio day: April 10 ($5 add’l fee). Estate Planning for Young Families: The class will assist you with the following: identifying a guardian, administering your estate, protecting and distributing your assets, and reviewing your individual needs. April 11 from 6-8 pm. Fee $9, pre-register with Community Ed. Microsoft Excel Intermediate: Dig into more advanced functions and formulas including date and finance functions. Explore how to customize charts, briefly explore pivot tables, create customized formatting, and
protect your workbooks, worksheets or cells. Work with multiple workbooks and named ranges. Prerequisites: Beginning Excel. You are encouraged to bring your own laptop if you have MS Office 2016 or you can use the computers available in class. April 11, 13 & 18 from 5:307:30 p. WITC Fee $24.05 or SR F $4.50. Pre-register with WITC, www.witc. edu, 1-800-243-9482 ext 4221. Class # 27350. Pinterest: Get Pinning: Pin recipes, crafts, home improvement projects, and so much more to virtual boards for easy organizing. We will set up your profile and boards and get you pinning before you leave. Pinterest is also a great tool to sell your stuff if you are an artist or crafter. Basic computer skills are required. You must have an email or a Facebook account to register for a Pinterest account. April 18 from 6-8:30 p. WITC Fee $21.50 or SR Fee $13. Pre-register with WITC, www.witc.edu, 1-800-2439482 ext 4221. Class # 26979. Essential Oils for Summer: Gear up for summer with natural alternatives using essential oils. In class you will make a natural insect repellent, 'owie' spray, and an itch stick. Leave class with some simple natural alternatives to use at home this summer. April 18 from 6-7:30 p. Fee $14 to Comm Ed – pre-register. Supply Fee $20, pay at class.
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Saturday, April 8, 2017 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Amery Ice Arena Parking Lot 1065 River Place Drive Bremer Bank is sponsoring a Community Shred Event at the Amery Spring Home Show. Help secure your privacy and utilize our on-site professional shredding service. The event is open to the public with a limit of three boxes or 100 pounds per person. Amery • 715-268-7161 New Richmond • 715-246-5711 Bremer.com Member FDIC © 2017 Bremer Financial Corporation. All rights reserved. ShredEventAmery417A.indd 1
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Egg Wars!
No Place is Safe in Lennox Valley Saturdays from April through September were always busy on Bearden’s Corner. That’s when the Farmers Market came to Lennox Valley and with no malls or fancy shopping centers to speak of, the Farmers Market was the place to see and be seen. You could count on the usual vendors each week. There were local farmers selling corn, tomatoes and potatoes from the back of their trucks, housewives who spent their weeks preparing candles and other assorted crafts for the good folks of town and, almost always, two or three community organizations who set up tables under tents bearing the name of Massengale Funeral Home, located 17 miles to the west in Springfield. Lennox Valley wasn’t big enough for its own funeral home, so the Massengale family was more than happy for folks to see its name emblazoned on tents bearing displays by the Ruritan Club, the VFW and the Lennox Valley Auburn Hat Society, just to name a few. However, these weren’t getting the usual attention on this Saturday in early May. You see, like many big events, there was some planning and structure that went along with the weekly Farmers Market. Vendors and community organizations submitted requests and were assigned spaces by Vera Pinrod, who not only served as president of the Lennox Valley Auburn Hat Society, but also served as secretary of the Spring County Chamber of Commerce. There weren’t many avenues to gain power in a small town like Lennox Valley and, as both president of the Auburn Hat Society and secretary of the Chamber, Vera was probably the most powerful woman in town. That was soon to change, but more about that later.
On this particular Saturday, there was more excitement than usual at the market. It seems there was a new tent lined up at the far end, past all the usual vendors and, as Vera Pinrod skillfully noted, no one had reserved that spot. Even more, the tent didn’t bear the Massengale nameplate. Something was amiss and Vera was about to get to the bottom of the growing commotion. At first, Vera was chagrined as she saw Marvin Walsh sitting underneath the tent behind a folding table, wearing the denim bib overalls he purchased at a second-hand clothing store in Springfield just two weeks earlier. She was about to tell Marvin to pack up his stuff and come back another Saturday, when she saw the hand-lettered sign taped to the front of Marvin’s table: Save our eggs! Stop the Federal Reserve System Raymond Cooper, owner of the Valley’s only radio station and host of “Renderings with Raymond” every weekday from noon till three, grinned as he saw the would-be confrontation. He held back for a moment, awaiting her response. Raymond was pleasantly surprised as he heard Vera tell Marvin, “It’s good to have such fine, civic-minded individuals taking a stand for Lennox Valley.” And that was that. A half block east, toward the red light, Elbert Lee Jones was selling eggs out of the back of his truck. Raymond Cooper slyly grinned again as he noted the price of eggs was up a nickel over the previous Saturday. This was going to be a good week for “Renderings with Raymond.” Learn more about the good folks at lennoxvalley.com.
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Home Improvement Spring is here, and with the season comes the risk of damaging storms and the excitement of home renovation projects coming off of hold from the winter. The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) received 383 home improvement complaints in 2016, ranking the category fifth among all issues. What can property owners do to limit the potential for home improvement disputes in 2017? Whether you are looking to patch up from a major storm or have your heart set on a renovation project, the guidance remains the same: know your rights, do your research and evaluate your options BEFORE the time comes to hire a contractor. •DATCP Tips Sheet: Every homeowner should download a free copy of DATCP's home improvement consumer
tips sheet. This sheet includes information on hiring contractors, Wisconsin's "Right to Cure" law, a consumer's right to cancel a job, and more. •Plan ahead: The best way to ensure that you find a quality contractor for your needs is to start your research well in advance of a project. Seek referrals from friends, family and neighbors. Conduct online research on the businesses you are considering and contact DATCP's Consumer Protection Hotline (1800-422-7128) to inquire about complaints. •Get competitive bids: Always seek multiple bids with trusted local contractors (even in the aftermath of a storm), and ask them for references from recent jobs. Make sure the contractor comes to the job site rather than giving a telephone estimate. Be leery of an extremely low estimate and remember to ask about timing for the
project and the number of workers who will be assigned to the job. •Get lien waivers: Always ask for a lien waiver from your contractor when you make a payment. Lien waivers protect the homeowner from having a lien put on their home in the off-chance that the contractor does not pay material suppliers and subcontractors. A home improvement contactor must, by law, give a buyer a "Notice of Consumer's Right to Receive Lien Waivers" document before the parties enter into a contract, and the contractor must provide lien waivers if you request them. For additional information, get a copy of the factsheet or to file a complaint, visit the Consumer Protection Bureau at datcp.wisconsin.gov, call the Consumer Protection Hotline at 1-800-4227128 or send an e-mail to datcphotline @wisconsin.gov.
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Wisconsin Health System Performance ranked 11th Best in Nation MADISON (March 17, 2017) ---- A newly released scorecard by the Commonwealth Fund ranked Wisconsin the 11th best state in the country based on health system performance, with several communities here ranking in the top-quintile nationally. The Scorecard ranks every state and the District of Columbia across five broad areas: health care access, prevention and treatment, avoidable hospital use and cost, healthy lives and equity. Wisconsin ranked in the top or second quartile in 35 of the 44 measures that were used in the ranking. Using the most recent data available, the Scorecard also ranked 306 regional health care markets known as “hospital referral regions” on four main dimensions of performance encompassing 36 measures. There are five measures of hospital care and a mix that includes nursing home, ambulatory and population health. Appleton ranked 5th highest in the nation among the 306 U.S. communities included in the report, with Madison (13th), La Crosse (15th) and Green Bay (19th) scoring in the top quintile. Wausau, Neenah, Marshfield and Milwaukee ranked in the top quartile. Milwaukee topped more than 231 health care markets across the
country. “Wisconsin’s outstanding performance on this scorecard is not a surprise given the clinical excellence of the health care professionals working within our health systems,” said WHA President/CEO Eric Borgerding, “Our strong performance is bolstered by the high degree of care integration in our state and the continuing commitment of our hospitals, health systems and care providers to quality improvement.” Wisconsin hospitals and health systems are closely aligned with physicians, long-term care facilities, home health and often health plans to ensure that care is coordinated across settings. This leads to not just better quality care, but better outcomes and ultimately better value for the dollars spent on health care, according to Borgerding. Readmissions continue to decrease in Wisconsin, one of the measures that was included in the Commonwealth report. “Our hospitals and health systems continue to make progress in reducing readmissions, which aligns to the work that WHA has been doing with members over the past four years through our own project,” according to Kelly Court, WHA chief quality officer.
“This year we joined with Illinois and Michigan to form the Great Lakes Partners for Patients collaborative to extend our learning network and ability to collaborate with hundreds of hospitals and health systems in three states. We believe that collaboration is the best way to speed the adoption of best practices and improve patient care.” The report noted that the most pervasive improvements in health system performance occurred where policymakers and health system leaders created programs, incentives, or collaborations to ensure access to care and improve the quality and efficiency of care. “Every hospital and health system in the state is collaborating with community partners to raise the health status of Wisconsin’s residents, which in turn will help moderate increases in health care costs,” Borgerding said. “Wisconsin providers are moving forward and not waiting for changes in the reimbursement system that recognize and pay for prevention. They are helping people now to stay well and avoid encounters with the health care system, which will create heathier communities that will attract economic development in our state, as well.”
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Top 20 Happiest Places to Live 1 Fremont, CA 11 Chula Vista, CA 2 San Jose, CA 12 Santa Clarita, CA 3 Irvine, CA 13 Scottsdale, AZ 4 San Francisco, CA 14 Garden Grove, CA 5 Sioux Falls, SD 15 Madison, WI 6 Huntington Beach, CA 16 Gilbert, AZ 7 San Diego, CA 17 Overland Park, KS 8 Oakland, CA 18 Anaheim, CA 9 Santa Rosa, CA 19 Plano, TX 10 Washington, DC 20 Glendale, CA
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German Candy-Maker HARIBO Selects Wisconsin for First North American facility Madison – Governor Scott Walker announced that HARIBO, the German-based confectionary company and maker of the popular “GoldBear” gummi candies, has selected Kenosha County as the site of its first manufacturing facility in North America. “On behalf of the state, I want to thank HARIBO for its decision to establish its North American manufacturing operations in Kenosha County, and I applaud the company for its commitment to Wisconsin,” Governor Walker said. “As a global company with products that are loved by millions, and a legacy that dates back nearly a century, HARIBO is a great fit with the many other iconic companies that already call Wisconsin home. The state’s business-friendly climate and strong fiscal management, along with our dedicated workforce and reliable infrastructure, are among the many reasons HARIBO decided Wisconsin was the right choice for this facility.” “HARIBO has already been in the process of selecting a location for a first manufacturing facility in the USA for several years. In an elaborate process, we have examined many different sites. We are very excited to announce this important decision today,” said Rick LaBerge, chief operating officer of HARIBO of America Inc. “As we are embarking on building one of the largest facilities in the confectionary industry, this location provides ideal conditions to further grow HARIBO’s successful business in the USA,” added Wes Saber, executive vice president/ chief financial officer of HARIBO of America Inc. The HARIBO project, which is expected to be completed in 2020, is one of the largest investments of new operations by an overseas company in Wisconsin history. As part of the state’s foreign direct investment efforts, Governor Walker and Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) leaders have proactively been meeting with business executives around the world to promote the state’s assets and make a strong case about why those companies should establish new operations in Wisconsin.
WEDC also has worked closely with local, county and regional officials to ensure that the state could meet HARIBO’s needs for what will be one of the largest U.S. manufacturing sites in the confectionary industry. WEDC is continuing its discussions with the company regarding possible incentives for the project. “This project would not have been possible without the outstanding partnership between the company, state government and local and regional officials, who have worked tirelessly on this project for months,” Governor Walker said. “This is a sweet day for Kenosha County," added Kenosha County Executive Jim Kreuser. "HARIBO’S decision to invest in our community and make this the location for their first U.S. production facility will have a tremendous impact on our county and our state. We are incredibly excited about this investment and the long term positive impact it will have on our entire area and residents.” “HARIBO’S decision to choose southeastern Wisconsin for its first North American production facility is a breakthrough achievement for Wisconsin,” said Gale Klappa, chairman of WEC Energy Group and co-chair of the Milwaukee 7. “The HARIBO “GoldBear” brand is known and beloved worldwide, and southeastern Wisconsin will soon be home to one of the largest, most sophisticated confectionary plants in America. This is the strongest evidence yet that our people, our assets, and our business climate are highly attractive to global companies.” Founded in 1920 and based in Bonn, Germany, HARIBO is the world market leader in the fruit gum and licorice segment, with 100 million Gold-Bears alone produced daily worldwide. The continuous brand management with the highest quality-control and consumer confidence is largely responsible for the success story at 16 production sites throughout Europe. HARIBO, a family-owned company now operated by the third generation, employs nearly 7,000 people worldwide.
AMERY AREA PUBLIC LIBRARY Saturday family program Live reptiles with Snake Discovery, April 1 at 10 a.m. Storytime Storytime is held on Wednesdays at 10 a.m. Join Miss Riss for interactive stories, songs, and more. Stick around after storytime for engaging art, music, or other early learning activities. Geared toward 2-5 yearolds and their caregivers. 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. Teen advisory board Open to 12-18 year
olds, the Teen Advisory Board meets on the first Friday of each month, 3:45 p.m.—5:00 p.m., to plan events, talk about books and more. Book discussion groups The Friends of the Library Book Discussion Group meets on the third Monday of the month at 1:30 p.m. to discuss general fiction and literature. The Great Seniors Book Club meets on the third Monday of the month at 10 a.m., at the Amery Area Community Center. Book sales The Friends of the Library Book Sale is held on the first Saturday of the month, 9 a.m.—2 p.m., and on the Thursday evening prior to the Saturday sale, 4 p.m.—7 p.m. Friends The Friends of the
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Proposed legislation aims to improve care for hospice and palliative-care patients Last week, Senator Tammy Baldwin introduced legislation to boost the health care workforce and help improve the well-being of Americans with life-threatening illnesses and their families. The bipartisan Palliative Care and Hospice Education and Training Act would strengthen training for new and existing physicians, those who teach palliative care, and other providers who are part of the palliative care team to give patients and their families a voice in their care and treatment goals. “I was raised by my maternal grandparents and later served as my grandmother’s primary caretaker as she grew older, so this issue is personal to me, and I want to make a difference for families experiencing serious health concerns,” said Senator Baldwin. “I’m proud to work across party lines and introduce the bipartisan Palliative Care and Hospice Education and
Training Act with my colleague Senator Capito. We must do more to help grow and sustain our health care workforce to safeguard and improve the quality of care for the growing number of patients with serious or life-threatening illnesses.” The Palliative Care Network of Wisconsin, Alzheimer’s Association Wisconsin Chapters, Alzheimer's & Dementia Alliance of Wisconsin, Wisconsin Aging Advocacy Network and other advocates across the country also expressed support for this bipartisan legislation: “We applaud the introduction of the Palliative Care and Hospice Education and Training Act,” said Dr. Tim Jessick, Chair of Palliative Care Network of Wisconsin. “As palliative care clinicians, and especially as a statewide palliative network, we are quite proud of this bill and the enormous potential
benefits to our patients and their families. The American Academy of Hospice and Palliative Medicine has been pushing for this bill for many years, and we hope to see continued progress on this important issue.” “Today, an estimated 5.5 million Americans are living with Alzheimer's and other dementias. For people in the advanced stages of this terminal disease, palliative and hospice care can improve both the quality of care and quality of life," said Robert Egge, Chief Public Policy Officer of Alzheimer's Association. "Unfortunately, today the availability and quality of this care is limited. We are proud to support the Palliative Care and Hospice Education and Training Act (PCHETA) which will help to ensure more Americans have access to this high-quality care.”
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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 800642-1336 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., 7 p.m., Thursday 7 p.m., Friday 8 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m., Sunday 7 p.m. at Amery Community Center, 608 Harriman Ave. S. 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 Regional Medical Center, BirthDay Suites Waiting Room. Join at any time. No charge. 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. 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. 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 First Baptist church, Amery, Mondays from 1:30-2:30 p.m. Contact Jen at 715-268-5408 with questions. MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers) is a group for moms and their kids. Every mom who is pregnant or has children 5 years of age and under is welcomed, accepted, and challenged to meet her potential. Better moms make a better world! For more info go to clmops@hotmail.com and call 715-263-2665 for location/dates/ time. NA meetings. There’s hope. Every Saturday 6 p.m. St. Croix Casino & Hotel, Turtle Lake. Room 121. Everyone welcome to attend. Info call Pat at 715-553-2859. Overeaters Anonymous Group. Monday evening 5:30 p.m. at the St. Croix Alano Club across from the clinic on Adams Street in St. Croix Falls. Questions call 715-825-3416. PEPTalk - P(arents)E(ncouraging)P(arents)... exists to encourage, support, and build up a community of homeschool families in Polk County, Wisconsin. Through our regular activities we provide opportunities for families to come together to enrich their students’ learning experiences with special classes, field trips, play dates, and celebrations. We facilitate regular time together which provides social, academic and character-building activities for our children while parents encourage and support each other through the homeschooling journey. We also strive to serve our surrounding communities through projects that emphasize selflessness and provide opportunities for parents and children to use their gifts and talents to serve others. 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 Nancy 715-646-1464 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. Veteran’s Support Group. 1st Tuesday monthly 5:30-6:30 p.m. at Amery VFW, 130 Wisconsin Ave. Spouses/significant other also welcome and encouraged to attend. Contact Dan 715-768-0679, Amanda 715-429-0467 or Dianna 715-607-1898. Sponsored by Amery VFW Post 7929 and American Legion Post 169. 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..
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AMERY AREA COMMUNITY CENTER Where were YOU 30 years ago? Let’s see – I was 19 years old, living in Red Wing, Minnesota with my parents, sister and my black and white cat named Mittens (although he didn’t know that was his name because we always just called him Kitty). I drove my mom and dad's car, my bedroom was blue, I worked as an Office Manager for a printing company, didn't have a television and spent my spare time reading any Christian (or Louis L'Amour) book I could get my hands on. Meanwhile, there was a group of people in Amery, Wisconsin, working hard at putting the finishing touches on the brand new Center that was preparing for its first event – a potluck set for April 1st! Fast forward 30 years – and now I'm working with a great group of people putting the finishing touches on our 30th anniversary celebration! Whether you have never stepped foot in the center, or whether you are a daily visitor – we welcome EVERYONE to come and help us celebrate at our Open House on Monday, April 3rd from 11am to 1pm. Amery Family Restaurant will be providing meals, Dairy Queen will be providing ice cream cake, and RCU is providing fruit trays. Thanks to Sally Klevgard at PaperWorx for designing our official invitation, Kar Jackers Entertainment for providing music and the Free Press for running a free ad for us. This is ABSOLUTELY FREE of charge to YOU and open to the public. You won't get cornered to join or donate, (scout's honor!)... we just hope you will please join us, meet the board and staff and celebrate 30 years with us! We will even have the DVD running that Austin Finch took all those years ago of when the place was being built. You are welcome to come any time between 11 and 1, but Mayor Kay Erickson will be speaking briefly at noon, and shortly thereafter we will acknowledge Austin Finch – the last remaining Founding Father – and the work he put into this wonderful place.Please join us! Our calendar is full of fun and exciting events so please be sure to check it out on our facebook page or our website at www.amerych.com. One thing coming up is our Annual rummage sale held April 27th & 28th that is open to the public. It’s held indoors, so no matter what the weather is outside, it will be nice inside, and we have lots of goodies to look through! Members are welcome to shop early as we are setting up (which is one
more benefit to becoming a member!) Our Minnesota Twins trip is scheduled for Sunday, May 21st, bus leaves at 11am for a 1:10 game, return approximately 6:30pm. Our Trip Coordinator is MarJean Sieberer. Cost: $60.00 includes bus ride and ticket for the game. BONUS: Also includes stadium approved carry-on bag for your convenience with wrist strap and shoulder strap - $12.50 value! Payment MUST be received by APRIL 28th – we need 20 people to make this trip a go – we are currently half way there, so if you want to join us, make sure you sign up! Join us for a fun painting party on Friday, May 5th at 6pm! We provide the canvas, easels, brushes, paints, table covers & aprons. Each painter will go home with their own beautiful painting at the end of the party. The painting will be the one shown above. The cost is $30, snacks will be provided and adult beverages will be available for purchase. A pop machine is also in the building. No carry-in beverages, please. Space is limited to 40 participants. You do not need to be a member of the Community Center to attend this event. Please make checks out to "Brush Strokes Paint Party" and drop off or mail in your payment by April 28th and we will get you registered! Remember it’s only $20/year to be a member of the Center, and you get a lot for your dues – and it helps us out a lot! We are a non-profit organization that depends on dues, donations and fundraisers to keep our doors open. Congratulations to Paul Siedel was first in pool with Mary Fisher bringing up second, Gary Snelling 3rd third, and Carl Johnson fourth. Loren Bavin won the consolation prize. Milt Johnson was first in Wii Bowling, with Carl Johnson in second, and Sandy White third. Barb Harris was first in Wednesday bridge with Lila Ward second, Lou Molnar 3rd and Judy Strobush. Gary Snelling was first in Thursday pool, Mary Fisher second, Les Peterson third and Carl Johnson fourth. Gene Pribnow won the consolation prize. Don’t forget all members are encouraged to come and join in the fun! We have people that can teach you pool, Wii bowling and Mahjongg if you want to learn. Thank you all for playing! Have a great week! Kari Fladwood - Executive Director
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Garden Variety Julie Kuehl, Polk County Master Gardener Whether you have a huge yard or simply a large container you can have a garden. This week's column will address vegetable gardens. The first step is to determine what types of vegetable you like. For some it may be as simple as fresh tomatoes in which case you can go to your favorite nursery and purchase a tomato plant, large container (at least 14”), soil (I like Miracle Grow), a cage to stake your tomato as it grows and a sunny spot (6 hours of sunlight is necessary). For others you may want to plant a salsa garden in which case you will want to use an extra large container, purchase a meaty variety of tomato, two hot pepper plants and a cilantro plant. Onions are cheap and easily purchased. A
tip to remember with container planting is to be sure to keep plants watered. Some may want to plant a larger garden. Determine which veggies you want to grow and how much space you will need (most seed packets or plant tags can help with this - rule of thumb would be 18” to enable easy access). A 16x20 garden will feed a family of 4. Your garden requires at least 5-6 hours of sunlight. Make sure the spot you want to plant has been worked up so that planting can be done easily. You may wish to add some compost to make sure there are adequate nutrients to grow your veggies. Always leave enough room between plants such as tomatoes, peppers, etc. for them to spread and still be able to walk around to weed and harvest. You will need to make sure that you have ready access to water as you will need to water at least once a week depending on rain. Keeping on top of weeding your garden is a good idea. A third choice would be to have a raised garden. Saves bending. You may want to check out the community garden beds available through the City of Amery. A few tips for first
time vegetable gardeners: onions, carrots and radishes are some vegetables that give you one vegetable per plant; others such as, cucumbers, zucchini, tomatoes, peppers, potatoes, etc. will give you large quantities of produce. Always be sure to read the information on packets or plant tags. Remember to start small. You can plant “cool weather” veggies such as lettuce or radishes in with your tomato plant and harvest before tomato is too large. Make sure to keep your garden watered during extremely hot weather. If you have additional questions, a good source of information is the “Ask a Master Gardener” sessions at the Amery Public Library on the first Saturday of the month from 9:3011:30. The Polk County Master Gardener meeting will be April 10 at the Polk County Justice Center in Balsam Lake. The meetings start at 6pm and speakers start at 7PM. The April speaker is Jeremy Koslowski a Polk County Forester. Guests are welcome. The next column will deal with planting flower containers for beautiful summer color.
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Three Lesser-Known Benefits of Smiling The Consumer Guide to Dentistry lists eight different components of a smile, practically from ear to ear, beginning with the frame (lips) and ending with the buccal corridor (that’s the dark space between the corners of the mouth and the upper teeth, for those who might not know). While smiling might seem like a complicated process, especially when you consider that it takes anywhere from 11 to 17 muscles just to prop up both sides of your lips, the life benefits that smiling provides are immeasurable. “A beautiful smile is a combination of factors that communicate a sense of well-being to those who see it,” says Dr. Jamie Reynolds, an orthodontist, national and international lecturer and author of “World Class Smiles Made in Detroit” (www.AskDrReynolds.com). “A smile works on both the physical and emotional level to transfer positive feelings between the parties involved.” It can also have the opposite affect. “I’ve had some patients who are self-conscious about their smile, and it has seriously affected them,” says Reynolds. “It made them feel timid, hesitant or even like they were poor or not intelligent because their teeth were crooked.” Here is a closer look at how your smile can directly affect your life: • Your longevity might depend on it. A 2010 study by Wayne State University measured the span of smiles on Ma-
jor League Baseball players from their 1952 trading cards. The study found that those who didn’t smile in their pictures lived an average of 72.9 years, versus 79.9 years for the players who did smile. • Smiling has therapeutic effects. There are a number of therapeutic effects that smiling has on a person’s brain and demeanor, Reynolds says. Smiling reduces stress hormone levels, taking on similar conditions to cortisol, adrenaline and dopamine, while increasing mood-enhancing endorphins. British researchers found that one smile can provide the same level of brain stimulation as 2,000 chocolate bars, while lowering blood pressure at the same time. • Smiles are a universal language. Non-verbal communication doesn’t always translate well between cultures. In the United States, for example, a thumbs-up signals that all is well. Try that gesture in Australia and the reaction might be a little different than expected, thanks to a vulgar meaning of the hand sign. Smiling at that same person, however, should give the recipient the intended positive response. In every culture and every country across the world, a smile means the same thing, essentially making it a universal language. “If you have a smile you are proud of, you want to show it off to others,” says Reynolds. “I’d like to see everyone giving off honest, heart-felt smiles.”
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Interfaith Caregivers of Polk County receives grant from AgStar When a client called for the first time, he said, “I’m not all that old, and still drive all the time. But my doctor suggests that I don’t drive myself when I have treatments at Associated Eye in Stillwater every six weeks. So I called Interfaith.” Last year, Interfaith Caregivers served 481 clients that just needed a little help. Our most requested service is rides. In 2016 we arranged 4,196 rides for neighbors in Polk County. AgStar Financial Services, ACA, headquartered in Mankato, Minn., has funded a grant request for operating expenses to Interfaith Caregivers of Polk County in the amount of $2,400.00. “This generous grant helps us carry out our mission: coordinating volunteers to help seniors and adults with disabilities live at home for as long as possible. With the help of AgStar’s grant we can continue offering our services at no charge. Together we make a positive impact on residents of Polk County, WI,” says Karen Krupa, Executive Director of Interfaith Caregivers of Polk County. Krupa continues, “Grants, like those from AgStar Financial Services, help our program
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recruit, train, match and support our volunteers who are essential to helping Polk County adults age in place.” “Soon one in four people in our county will be over the age of 65, including me,” jokes Krupa. “I want Interfaith Caregivers to continue to thrive so help is available for me when the time comes.” AgStar Financial Services, ACA, headquartered in Mankato, Minn., employs more than 550 full-time team members. The company is part of the national Farm Credit System and has a public mission to serve 69 counties in Minnesota and northwest Wisconsin. AgStar’s industry specialization, client segments and market delivery systems result in diversifi-
cation nationwide. The company has expertise in the corn, soybean, swine, dairy and bio-energy industries. AgStar has developed successful programs in loans, leases, crop insurance, consulting and rural home mortgages. As a value-added financial services cooperative, AgStar allocates patronage dividends to its stockholders. The company is also committed to giving back to rural residents, organizations and communities through AgStar’s Fund for Rural America. Visit AgStar. com for more information If you are interested in learning more about Interfaith Caregivers call 715-825-9500, email info@ interfaithpolk.org and visit www.interfaithpolk. org.
Cane Poles and the Hardware Store While traveling in western North Carolina, twice we came upon the strange sight of patches of bamboo growing next to the road. The intense Growing yellow of the stalk and the green green of the up in leaves were unmistakable, and there they Amery were—bamboo growLoren Elkin ing in March along a Carolina highway. Just a couple weeks earlier I had been thinking of the Coast to Coast store on the main intersection of Amery, across from Chet’s Drug Store. Just to the left of the door were cane poles, bamboo poles reaching 12 feet into the air and held in by two metal bands attached to brick. The fishing pole selection was varied, and I couldn’t begin to guess the price of each one. A few bucks each? And they stayed out there throughout the summer, theft not an issue. This hardware store was a favorite of mine, now the Indigo Iris Natural Food Store. Walking into that store last November, I pictured where my 3 favorite “departments” were placed. And the floor felt the same as it did 60 years earlier. First of all, the baseball and sporting goods area was fun, feeling the mix of baseball gloves, the baseballs, and the wooden bats standing upright. Usually I didn’t buy anything here, but it was fun to see and touch the new items. On the southern wall I’d look through the fishing section with the lures, poles, and reels. Usually I’d study at the Daredevils, but the real
ones were too expensive so I’d buy the quarter knock-offs. Always on the hunt for the ideal bobber, the variety was more than a person could ask for. My preference wasn’t the round bobbers but the upright ones, shaped like a pencil. The bobber stood straight up and down, and the slightest nibble pulled it underwater. The radio section was my favorite, a little bit further into the store on the south wall. A mix of transistor radios, maybe 10 to choose from, in a varied price range. From around $10 up to $30 or more, a steep price in 1960, these devices were must haves for a 12 year old. The radio I eventually settled for was a $20 General Electric shiny black model, about the size of a small box of tissues. AM only but great sound wherever a young bike traveler like me would want to go. Other than my favorite Amery stores which were Chet’s and Danielson’s Drug stores with their candy bars, nuts, and fountain drinks, the Coast to Coast became an excellent spot to browse on a summer day. Sometimes I’d even make a purchase. The recent death of Bud Harris surprised me, but I was lucky enough to talk with him a couple times at the Cabin Coffee Shop on Highway 8. The story came out about how he, owner of B and B Clothing Store, was in touch with D.K. Lien or someone from the Amery Schools and would learn about a family or two that needed help. He’d arrange to get them pants and shirts to wear at school. Little known story that stayed untold at the time, and for me a great Amery act of compassion. elkfarm@wctc.net elkfarm.org
Polk County Annual Fish and Wildlife Public Meeting April 10 Wisconsin residents will be able to nominate and elect local representatives to the Wisconsin Conservation Congress and express support or non-support for a range of advisory questions on conservation and natural resources management issues at the Congress’ spring meetings held in every county of the state on Monday, April 10 starting at 7 p.m. The county meeting is held jointly with the Department of Natural Resources Spring Hearings. For those unfamiliar with the Wisconsin Conservation Congress, it is a statutorily established advisory group to the state Natural Resources Board (NRB) on all natural resource issues. “In Polk County, the joint DNR and Conservation Congress annual county meeting will be held at the Unity High School Auditorium, 1908 State Hwy 46 in Balsam Lake, WI.54810,” said Wally Trudeau, chair of the Polk County delegation. At the meetings, citizens will have the opportunity to comment and register their support or non-support for congress proposals that could someday become the rules that regulate fishing, hunting, trapping and other outdoor recreation activities in Wisconsin. They may also submit resolutions addressing conservation needs or concerns they observe. “Citizens have the opportunity to weigh in on natural resources issues that may affect them. The Con-
gress asks these questions to gauge the public’s support, or lack thereof, on any given issue,” said Wally Trudeau. Results of the public’s input on these proposals will be presented to the Natural Resources Board in May 2017. If there is support for a proposal, the advisory question could become a DNR rule change proposal in following years. This year the Conservation Congress will seek public input on 49 advisory questions on a range of topics, some of which include: •a proposal to establish the wild turkey as Wisconsin’s state game bird; •a proposal to provide training on lead reclamation for shooting ranges; •a proposal to add a surcharge on otter applications to fund aquatic furbearer research; •a proposal to increase inland trout stamp fees; •a proposal to establish a new bear hunting zone south of Hwy 10; •Reciprocity dog training privileges; •Spearing rough fish 24 hours per day. "Conservation Congress advisory questions generally originate from citizens’ ideas." said Larry Bonde, Chairman of the Wisconsin Conservation Congress. "If resolutions presented at the county level meetings are supported, the resolution is advanced to one of the
Congress' advisory committees and the District Leadership Council for consideration. "Each year, there are over 200 resolutions submitted locally. Not all pass, but the ones that do have the potential to become a rule, policy or legislative change in the subsequent years," Bonde said. "It is a true grassroots process that empowers the citizens of this state to shape natural resources policy." Anyone submitting resolutions must submit two copies of their resolution typed or neatly printed on 8-1/2 by 11 inch white paper. Resolution writing instructions and a template for writing a resolution are available online at http://dnr.wi.gov/About/WCC/springhearing.html In addition to the Congress advisory questions, the county meeting is also reserved for the election of delegates to the Wisconsin Conservation Congress. To vote for Congress delegates, one must be 18 years old and provide identification along with proof of residency in the county. “There will be two seats up for election, in Polk County in 2017,” stated Trudeau. "Any citizen of the county, who is a Wisconsin resident and is at least 18 years of age may be nominated to the Congress for a two or three year term. Nominees must be willing to volunteer their time and represent their local citizens on natural resource issues.”
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Glen Wright Recognized Glen Wright was recently presented with a token of appreciation for his years of dedicated service on the Town of Beaver Board. Glen has decided to retire from the Board after 41 years of service to the citizens of Beaver Township.
The annual spring membership meeting of the Barron County Historical Society will be held on April 8th at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Barron. A potluck lunch begins at 12:00 in the church basement, with the business meeting to follow. Attendees will be able to enroll as members, renew memberships, Memberships begin at as little as $10 for a single person. Season passes will be available for $20 single, and $60 for a family or grandparent pass. There will also be sign up lists for helping with this year’s clean up and for volunteering during the school tours in May. (Membership and season pass forms can be downloaded and filled out ahead of time at barroncountymuseum.com for anyone who wishes to do that.) Pioneer Museum staff and volunteers have worked all winter preparing for the 2017 season. The workshop has been busy with people painting, building, restoring, and repairing. Some of the
major projects during this “down time” have occurred on the interior of the Caboose, and antique Fire Equipment. Volunteers have been working on exhibits in Jerome Hall, including some special work on antique underwear. Another major project of the winter has been the updating of scrapbooks of newspaper clippings and photo albums of the Historical Society and Museum’s history. These will be available at the meeting for anyone who would like to look through them. They are sure to bring back many memories and stories, and allow newer members to learn more about the society and museum. The Society’s membership meeting is open to all members, and anyone interested in joining is also welcome and encouraged to attend. For information on joining, contact the Museum, 715 458 2080, or check out the website: barroncountymuseum.com
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Talk about the Electoral College spiked after the last presidential election. A federal judge has ordered Wisconsin to redistrict. What does all this mean? The League of Women Voters, Upper St. Croix Valley, and Luck Community Education, welcomes Mark Conrad, Senior Lecturer at the University of Wisconsin-Barron County, for an Educational Forum to take on these two topics. The presentation is free and will be held at the Luck School Band Room, Saturday, April 8, from 10:00 am - noon. How does the Electoral College work? Why not popular vote? Who are the electors and how are they chosen? What are the pros and cons to this system? How are district boundaries decided and who decides? What is gerrymandering? What is the status of redistricting in Wisconsin? Mark Conrad teaches courses including: State and Local Government, American Government and Politics, and Finding Your Political Voice, among others, at the University of Wisconsin- Barron County. He received a Juris Doctorate from the Wisconsin School of Law, Madison and has been a legal advisor to two Wisconsin governors. He grew up in rural Wisconsin and supports the League of Women Voters efforts to help grow an educated voting public. The Luck School Band Room is located in the High School wing of the School District of Luck, 810 South Seventh Street, Luck, Wisconsin. Established nearly 100 years ago, The League of Women Voters of Wisconsin is a nonpartisan organization that advocates for informed and active participation in government. Membership is open to men as well as women. To learn more, visit www. lwvwi.org. The Upper St. Croix Valley League includes Polk and Burnett Counties. https://lwvupperstcroixvalley.blogspot.com/.
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Consumers urged to be wary of identity theft, in many forms
For a conscientious, law-abiding citizen, there are few things more frightening than having your personal information stolen and misused by a criminal. And the theft of the information can be silent and invisible, going unnoticed for months or even years. For many identity theft victims, the first indication that their information has gotten away from them is when they file their taxes and get word back from the IRS or a state tax department that a return has already been submitted in their name. This type of tax-related identity theft was a factor in 75% of all of the identity theft complaints filed with the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection in 2016. The ID theft category received the fourth-most complaints of any type of consumer issue last year. Thankfully, while the tax ID theft number was staggering, the overall count of identity theft complaints was actually down significantly from 2015 (down 48%). While we cannot be certain of the cause of the drop, it may be attributable to a combination of new protective measures put in place by tax authorities and increased education and awareness of the risks of identity theft. While identity theft comes in many shapes and sizes, the most wellknown form is financial identity theft. Financial ID theft refers to anything affecting your financial status or credit score such as unexpected purchases on your existing accounts or new loans or lines of credit opened in your name. Child identity theft, where the identity of a minor is stolen and misused, is the fastest growing type of identity theft. It also creates the most sustained damage because it often goes undetected until the minor is old enough to attempt to take out loans or apply for jobs using their Social Security number. Medical identity theft is the misuse of insurance information to obtain medical services. It could involve alterations to treatment services and medical records. Finally, criminal identity theft is committed by individuals who are hiding from law enforcement.
Most general identity theft guidance is consistent from year to year and protects against the majority of the types noted above: •shred unnecessary documents that contain sensitive personal information •file important documents in a lockbox •use long, complex passwords on online accounts •be cautious with how you share your information •be careful what you access or send when you are working on a public WiFi network. One recent protective measure for digital accounts deserves consideration from all web users: "two-factor authentication." Two-factor authentication requires a web user to enter an additional piece of information along with their password in order access a site or toolset. This second piece of data is sent directly to the user through a text message or via email upon the first login to a site on a particular device. Someone with your username and password alone could not open your account – they would need this second line of access. If the web services you use offer this option, take it. The inconvenience of needing to receive a secondary key for a web service pales in comparison to the time and money spent repairing the damage that could be caused by an identity thief who accesses your accounts. Another great identity theft protection tool is the Wisconsin Child Credit Protection Act which allows parents and guardians of minors up to 16 years of age, to create a credit report for their child and immediately freeze it to protect the child's credit record from unlawful access. The request must be made by mail due to documentation requirements and costs $30 ($10 to each of the three major credit bureaus). This is a small price to pay for protecting a child from identity theft and for a parent or guardian's peace of mind. For additional information on identity theft risks and protective measures, visit the Consumer Protection Bureau at http://datcp.wisconsin. gov, send an e-mail to datcphotline@wisconsin. gov or call the Consumer Protection Hotline at 1-800-422-7128.
Clear Lake High School represented at the 2017 Session of Badger Boys State The Badger Boys States 76th Session will be held on the Ripon College campus from June 10th through June 17th, 2017. Mason Krueger and Rhett Steffen will represent CLHS at this session. Approximately 870 young men from every part of Wisconsin will come to Badger Boys State this June. Upon arrival at the Ripon College cam- Mason Krueger and Rhett Steffen. pus, they will be grouped into cities and counties which will own ordinances and laws, while form a “51st state.” For eight days, their own police and sheriffs will the citizens of this “new state” will enforce them. As attorneys, they carry out all the main functions of will prosecute or defend. As judgcity, county, and state government es, hear cases in their own courts. using basic laws and fundamental Through this program, these leadprocedures of the State of Wiscon- ers of the future should develop a sin as their guide. The program sense of individual obligation to is designed to teach its “citizens” the community, state and nation. Badger Boys State started in that the American form of government is stronger and more vital in 1939 and is a program which teaches the workings of government today’s world than ever before. The boys themselves will elect "by doing". It is a week long jourtheir own municipal, county and ney through a great many things state officials. As alderman or that make us who we are; leaders, county supervisors, they will friends, students, athletes, and frame, present and pass their most of all citizens of our respec-
tive cities, towns, and our great state. Both Krueger and Steffen are members of the Clear Lake H.S. Class of 2018. Mason is the son of Jerid and Connie Krueger of Deer Park, and Rhett is the son of Jeremy Steffen, and Kerri and Mike Aquino of Clear Lake. Both boys are sponsored by Wiley Davis American Legion Post #108 of Clear Lake and their delegate fees were also paid by the American Legion in Clear Lake. If anyone wants to know more about Badger Boys State or other Americanism or Children and Youth programs offered by the American Legion, please contact Bob Buhr, Wiley Davis Post #108 Americanism and Youth Chair, or any Clear Lake Legion member. More information about Badger Boys State can also be found on the web page at www.badgerboysstate. com
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With Spring comes the Spring Show, Spring Election, Easter Egg Hunts Spring Is In The Air! Yes I guess that is true because on my way to work this morning I smelled a skunk…and that is a sign of Spring! I hope everyone was able to get outside on Pounding Monday to enjoy the beautiful sunshine the and mild conditions. Pavement After work we took a little walk down Pam Humpal the road, visited with neighbors, and worked on a few outdoor projects that needed to be done. It was one of those nights where you hated to come inside because it was so nice out. And thinking of Spring, the 14th Annual Amery Spring Show is set for Friday and Saturday, April 7 and 8, at the Amery Ice Arena. Numerous area businesses will be on hand with information on windows, siding, remodeling, construction, building materials, recreation, finances, vehicles, furniture, home furnishings, bathworks, heating, plumbing, water conditioning, energy, and much more. We also have some fun and informative demonstrations scheduled… *Friday from 5 to 8pm-Amery Fire Department with the new Airboat *Friday from 6 to 8pm-Learn to play Pickleball with Tim Strohbusch *Saturday at 10:30am-Polk Burnett Beekeepers Association showing the importance of bees *Saturday at noon and 2:30pm-Learn to play Pickleball with Tim Strohbusch
*Saturday at 1pm-Larry Loverude showing the process of maple syrup The Amery Hockey Association will have a delicious menu available at their concession stand-pulled pork, hot dogs, brats, chips, nachos, pretzels, candy, root beer floats and drinks. On Saturday afternoon the Amery Hockey will draw the winners ($1,000, $500, $250 cash) from their raffle fundraiser. Get your tickets for your chance to win! The Amery Free Press will be offering hourly drawings of $25 Amery Scrip Money throughout the show. You must be present to win. If the prize is not claimed, it will roll over to the next hour. Be sure to stop by our booth and sign up. Admission to the Amery Spring Show is just non-perishable food items or $2 which will be donated to the Amery Area Food Pantry. The annual Amery Spring Show is sponsored by the Amery Free Press. Please come join the fun…we look forward to seeing you! As you probably already know, the Spring Election will be held on Tuesday, April 4. Be sure to check this issue for election information, polling places and hours, sample ballots, etc. Remember to VOTE on April 4! Our monthly “Ask The Expert” page can be found in this issue. The experts this month answers questions on insurance, taxes, dental, medical, finances, loans, communications, automobiles, and home improvement. If you have a question for our experts please let me
know and I will pass it on to them. Easter is right around the corner. Many area businesses would like to show their appreciation to their valued customers by offering an Easter Drawing for a delicious ham. The registration slips for the hams can be found elsewhere in this issue. Simply clip the entry forms, fill in your information, and drop them off at the corresponding businesses. The drawing is held on Friday, April 7. Winners will be announced in the Amery Free Press on April 11. Good Luck! Now that I am on the Easter topic, mark your calendars for the annual Easter Egg Hunt sponsored by the Amery Community Club for Saturday, April 15, at 10am sharp at the Soo Line Park in downtown. As always, the Amery Fire Department will have their delicious Pancake Breakfast, and the Easter Bunny will be available for pictures with the kids. Congratulations to the Amery Area Community Center for 30 years in business. They are celebrating with an Open House on Monday, April 3, from 11am to 1pm. A light lunch will be served, Mayor Kay Erickson will speak, there will be a dedication with Austin Finch, and sign up for door prizes. The public is invited to join the celebration! Upcoming special sections*April 11…Spring Sports Section featuring high school athletes from Amery, Clayton and Clear Lake. *April 18…Spring Edition with pre-
AG Schimel and Pharmacy Society of Wisconsin Team Up to Prevent Pharmacy Robberies Wauwatosa, Wis. – March 7, 2017, Attorney General Brad Schimel and the Pharmacy Society of Wisconsin (PSW) announced a new training tool designed to deter pharmacy robberies. “Since the launch of Dose of Reality 18 months ago, the Wisconsin Department of Justice and our private and public partners have taken a multifaceted approach to preventing prescription drug abuse,” said Attorney General Schimel. “The DOJ’s and Pharmacy Society of Wisconsin’s Pharmacy Robbery Prevention and Response training is another tool in our arsenal. By discouraging robberies, and effectively responding to those that do occur, we protect the safety of phar-
macy employees, customers, and the public, and reduce the amount of narcotics that reach the street.” The Pharmacy Robbery Prevention and Response training, provided to pharmacies by law enforcement, will teach pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, clerks, and other pharmacy personnel how to deter a robbery, what to do when a robbery occurs, and what to do after a robbery occurs. The adoption of this training’s content by pharmacies is not required but rather a series of recommendations to make pharmacy premises resistant to robberies. Examples of effective deterrents include: •Geographic location •Categories, amount,
and accessibility of drug stock •Security equipment •Physical design •Management practices “The Pharmacy Society of Wisconsin is deeply grateful for the Wisconsin Department of Justice’s leadership and partnership in creating a pharmacy robbery prevention and response training program,” said Danielle Laurent, Director of Public Affairs at the Pharmacy Society of Wisconsin. “Due in large part to the prescription drug abuse epidemic, pharmacy robberies are an alltoo-common occurrence in pharmacies across the state of Wisconsin. It is imperative that pharmacy professionals and law enforcement are aware of methods to deter robbery,
while also knowing how to respond in the event of a robbery to ensure the safety of pharmacy professionals and their patients. PSW is honored to partner with the Attorney General and the Department of Justice on this training program and we look forward to continued partnerships on prescription drug abuse initiatives.” Pharmacy robberies have occurred in all corners of the state, in rural, suburban, and urban areas. Anybody with information related to a pharmacy robbery or other criminal behavior is encouraged to contact local law enforcement. For more information about prescription drug abuse, please visit: www. doseofrealitywi.gov
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A very special Happy Birthday wish on March 29 to our youngest grandson, Finn, who will be 1 year old already. He is a moving little boy who tries very hard to keep up with his big brother. Have a fun birthday Finn! Also, Happy Birthday this week to my nephew-in-laws, Kody on March 30, and Matt on April 1. Enjoy your special days! Where did March go? Here it is the end of the month already. Saturday is April Fools Day…be on your toes for those pranksters, or better yet, fool them before they have a chance to fool you. Have a great week, and enjoy the wonderful weather!
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AREA BOWLING SCORES Club 53 Bar & Lanes, Amery MONDAY NIGHT MEN Division 1 Tac Two ................................................125 Shoreview ........................................... 122 Division 2 Dick’s Fresh Market ..........................126 Amery True Value .............................107 High games: Gary Nottom 290, Todd Zemke 279-268-211, Rod Gehrman 265, Richard Trauley 210-202, Bill Severson 202, Mark Calrson 201. High series: Todd Zemke 758, Gary Nottom 616, Rod Gehrman 608, Richard Trauley 584, Mark Carlson 578. TUESDAY NIGHT MEN Division 1 Club 53 .............................................. 129.5 Northwest Communications ....105.0 Division 2 Waterside ........................................144.0 Chet Johnson Drug ........................ 101.5 High games: Wade Prindle 277203, Bill Peterson 224, Ed Flanum 221, Jan Knutson 206, Andy Peterson 204, Kelly Fitzgerald 201, Bob Oulette 201-200. High series: Wade Prindle 661, Andy Peterson 580, Kelly Fitzgerald 565, Bill Peterson 556. WEDNESDAY NIGHT MEN Division 1 Amery Fire Department ............. 123.0 Preferred Lawn...............................116.0 Division 2 Club 53 ................................................131.5 Lamperts .......................................... 96.5 High games: Beau Gorres 268247-232, Jerod Wollan 234-225-212, Lee Jones 232-226-214, Chris Sobottka 228, Jim Knutson 225, Ryan Christensen 210, Denis Carteron 205 High series: Beau Gorres 747, Lee Jones 672, Jerod Wollan 671, Chris Sobottka 586, Jim Knutson 569. THURSDAY-FRIDAY NIGHT WOMEN Division 1 Club 53 .............................................. 138.5 Chet’s ................................................. 121.0 Northwest Communications ....120.0 Division 2 Amery Hospital & Clinic ...............127.0 Amery Fire Dept. ........................... 123.0 Bremer ............................................... 90.5 High games: Pam Humpal 180178, Sid Jones 180, Cheryl Sobottka 174, April Boe 166, Cindy Hardina 165, Kris Greene 164, Rhonda Fitzgerald 159, Katie Lauterbach 158-152, Lori Kopacz 158, Ashley Allen 156-150, Bev Gorres 156, Bette Elmer 154, Sherry Martin 153-150, Laurie Harris 151. High series: Pam Humpal 502, Katie Lauterbach 449, Cheryl Sobottka 440, Sid Jones 434.
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Spare Time Bowl Bar & Grill, Turtle Lake SUNDAY NIGHT MIXED COUPLES Division 1 BBT ..........................................................37 Yeske/Nevin .........................................32 Becker .................................................... 30 Wick/Heintz .........................................24 Pabst/Graber ...................................... 20 Larson/Kern ...........................................4 Division 2 Hegg/Carlson...................................... 28 Off Constantly......................................25 Nottom/Zemke...................................25 Becker/Monson .................................. 20 Brown/Everson ................................... 19 Anderson/Johnson ..............................6 High game, men: HB Becker 258, Ryan Monson 233, John Anderson 227, Jordan Blomberg 224, Nathan 206, Hjalmer Gerloff 205, Mike Elwood 199, Craig Nevin 198, Jim Becker 192, Jacob Khardian 191. High game, women: Lori Larson 200, Ali Blomberg 196, Trudi Pabst 192, Connie Graber 189, Sue Wick 170, Bekka Zemke 159, Debbie Thill 157, Oreen Nottom 152, Val Hegg 151, Sandy Heintz 148. High series, men: HB Becker 621, Ryan Monson 597, John Anderson 575, Mike Elwood 574, Hjalmer Gerloff 571, Adam Zemke 538, Jacob Khardian 532, Jordan Blomberg 530, Craig Nevin 522, Ryan Donath 508. High series, women: Ali Blomberg 504, Connie Graber 484, Trudi Pabst 476, Lori Larson 476, Oreen Nottom 442, Debbie Thill 439, Bekka Zemke 430, Val Hegg 391, Sue Wick 385, Diane Nottom 382. MONDAY NIGHT LADIES Division 1 Spare Time Bowl................................ 62 Becker’s Truckin.................................. 54 Countyline Dairy..................................52 Bye ...........................................................23 Division 2 Bowlin Buddies...................................68 Austad’s Super Valu..........................66 Clear Lake Auto ..................................66 No Wicks Moravit .................................41 High game: Brenda Levine 245, Laurel Cap 204, Connie Graber 193, Judy Ullom 183, Geri Christensen 178, Jen Huebner 178, Virginia Carlson 177, Karen DeGolier 176, Deanne Moravitz 172, Orreen Nottom 166. High series: Connie Graber 539, Laurel Cap 535, Brenda Levine 533, Judy Ullom 525, Virginia Carlson 492, Deanne Moravitz 490, Jen Huebner 468, Geri Christensen 467, Lori Larson 466, Kathy Eggers 466. TUESDAY NIGHT LADIES Division 1 Red Cedar Accounting ..................64.0 Range Fire Dept. ............................. 50.0 Sexy Mama’s .................................... 37.0 Nordquist Trucking.........................33.0 Division 2 The Dead End’s ................................76.0 Spare Time....................................... 58.0 Charlie’s Place ..................................52.0 True Value......................................... 46.0 High game: Renee Glowe 248, Cheryl Harshman 191, Joy Cap 184, Duffy Prusak 182, Sherri Munkelwitz 179, Lori Larson 178, Heidi VanHeuklom 177, Deb Anderson 175, Talea Schneider 173, Betty Duenow 172.
High series: Renee Glowe 661, Sherri Munkelwitz 526, Cheryl Harshman 516, Lori Larson 509, Heidi VanHeuklom 490, Joy Cap 488, Laurel Cap 481, Sylvia Stetler 457, Deb Anderson 451, Mitzi Hawkins 447. SPARE TIME MEN’S Division 1 Spare Time.....................................248.5 Scheps Dairy ..................................236.0 Hoff’s Construct ........................... 224.0 Anderson Storage ........................214.0 Division 2 Austad’s Super Valu....................298.5 Perfect Image ............................... 224.0 Floor’s & More ...............................204.5 7 Brothers ........................................ 193.5 Division 3 Narrows Waterfront ....................242.5 Sanmina .......................................... 237.5 Danca’s Kar Korral ....................... 223.0 Grosskreutz Crop...........................216.0 Division 4 Lefty’s Hookers.............................240.0 Elfers Resident...............................218.0 Busy B’s ............................................. 217.5 Hotel Bar & Grill ............................ 202.5 High game: Jim Becker 266, Rob Erickson 262, Tom Roessler 246, Larry Anderson 245, Jeff Becker 244, Rod Ray 236, John Anderson 236, Ryan Johnson 232, Scott Danca 231, Jim Glowe 231, Brandon Anderson 228, Wayne Ecklor 224, Korey Kirwan 223, Bill Pickard 221, Chris Harmon 221, Richie Timm Jr. 220, Mark Ullom 220, Tom Grosskreutz 217, Jacob Anderson 217, Tony Cifaldi 215, Sprout Molls 213, Jeff Gackle 213, HB Becker 212, Ethan Kettenacker 211, Craig Niemann. High series: Rob Erickson 722, Larry Anderson 702, Tom Roessler 688, Scott Danca 682, Jim Becker 638, Wayne Ecklor 630, Jim Glowe 627, Chris Harmon 625, Brandon Anderson 622, Sprout Molls 617, Jeff Becker 614, Bill Pickard 613, Richie Timm Jr. 611, HB Becker 609, Ethan Kettenacker 602, Craig Niemann 593, Tony Cifaldi 591, Rod Ray 591, John Anderson 583, Anthony Mizer 571, Jeff Gackle 567, Jim Gores 566, Korey Kirwan 566, Alex Dix 564, Tom Grosskreutz 560. SENIOR’S Bad Kats.............................................45.5 Old Kats............................................. 44.5 Kool Kats ...........................................39.0 Handy Kats .......................................32.5 Top Kats .............................................28.5 Alley Kats........................................... 27.0 Leinie Kats......................................... 27.0 Tom Kats............................................ 16.0 High game, men: Hjalmer Gerloff 247, Rollie Tyo 224, Jim Pickard 209, Jim Buckman 198, Merle Eder 198, Jim Glowe 189, Paul Schumacher 189, Bill Pickard 182, Jerry Schmidt 174, Jim Gores 172. High game, women: Betty Duenow 154, Sandy Berglund 137, Jinnie Lietzow 134. High series, men: Hjalmer Gerloff 648, Rollie Tyo 606, Jim Pickard 551, Paul Schumacher 513, Jim Glowe 506, Jim Gores 499, Bill Pickard 492, Jerry Schmidt 481, Jim Buckman 480, Harvey Becker 475 High series, women: Sandy Berglund 399, Betty Duenow 376, Jinnie Lietzow 374.
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Sundays for Brunch 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Mondays 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Tuesday closed Mon., Wed., Thurs. 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Fri. 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Sat. 9 a.m.-10 p.m. Sun. 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
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1. Give online at giveSCV.org now through April 25. 2. Write checks to your favorite nonprofits now (memo giveBIG) and mail directly to nonprofits.
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Moving Sale 604 Pondhurst Amery Friday, March 31 & Saturday, April 1, 9 am-4 pm
Fishing equipment, many lures, rods, hunting equipment, clothes, furniture & household
MONTHLY BOOK SALE
Thurs. March 30, 4-7 Sat. April 1, 9-2 AMERY AREA PUBLIC LIBRARY 225 Scholl Ct. (lower level)
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Your donations of good condition books, CDs, DVDs gratefully accepted (no textbooks, encyclopedias, VHS, Readers Digest please)
St. Joseph Catholic Church, Amery
LENTEN FISH FRY Every Friday in March
4:30 to 7 p.m. or until sold out!
Cost: Adults $10, adults 65 and older $9, children 6-12 yrs. $5, under 5 free with a maximum cost of $35 per family! This event is hosted by the Apple River Knights of Columbus Amery and St. Josephs parish volunteers
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NOTICE OF POSITION OPENING
COACHING POSITIONS Clear Lake H.S. The School District of Clear Lake is currently seeking applicants for coaching the following 2017 fall sports:
•Assistant Varsity (JV) Volleyball Coach
-Practice Starts August 14th -Regular season runs thru October -Compensation $2279.00 -Open until filled
•Asst. Varsity (C Team) Volleyball Interim Coach
-C team position will be a one year interim position -Practice Starts August 14th -Regular season runs through October -Compensation $2279.00 -Open until filled
•Middle School Volleyball Coach -Practice Starts August 14th -Regular season runs thru October 13th -Compensation $1302.00 -Open until filled
•Middle School Football Coach -Practice Starts August 8th -Regular season runs thru October 10th -Compensation $1302.00 -Open until filled
Send letter of interest and include experience and qualifications, or contact Mr. Dale Rosen by e-mail at drosen@clwarriors.org or by phone at 263-2113 if interested in any of the above positions.
High School Social Studies Teacher
Position: One full-time position serving grades 9-12, beginning with 2017-18 school year. The Unity High School Social Studies curriculum consists of courses ranging from freshman World History through a number of Advanced Placement options. The current open teaching assignment includes freshman World History and sophomore Economics and American Government. Coaching and/or advisory positions are also available. Qualifications Necessary: Qualified applicants of high character should possess a high level of content knowledge; believe all students can learn and that teachers play an active role in the learning process; display strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills; enjoy working with teenagers; be willing to collaborate with colleagues; have strong technology skills as Unity High School is a 1:1 iPad school, and be dedicated individuals who exhibit a strong desire to improve student learning. Requirements: Applicants must have appropriate DPI licensure (701), or be eligible for such licensure. Additional licenses preferred. How to Apply: Qualified, interested persons should apply by completing a WECAN Application online at http://services.education.wisc.edu/ wecan . Please upload to WECAN your resume, transcripts, and three (3) letters of recommendation. Application Deadline: April 4, 2017 EOE Unity School District does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, color, national origin, religion, ancestry, creed, pregnancy, marital or parental status, sexual orientation, or physical, mental, emotional, or learning disability.
Career Specialist/ Recruiter (1400 hrs/yr) WITC Rice Lake Campus WITC is seeking results oriented, energetic Career Specialist/Recruiter who can work in a fast paced environment and demonstrates effective communication skills and excellent customer service experience. The Career Specialist/Recruiter educates community members of the offerings of WITC, generates leads and assists prospective students by guiding them through the career exploration and enrollment process. This position requires a high level of creativity, flexibility, and outstanding interpersonal communication skills.. www.witc.edu/employ
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Divisional Dean, Academic Support & General Studies WITC New Richmond Campus Applications are currently being accepted from learningfocused, creative and dynamic candidates for a full-time Divisional Dean, Academic Support & General Studies position at Wisconsin Indianhead Technical College, New Richmond Campus. The Divisional Dean, Academic Support & General Studies provides instructional leadership and administration to the Academic Support Department and General Studies programming areas of the College. This Academic Affairs position works collaboratively with all areas of the college to facilitate student success and supervises faculty, adjunct faculty and support staff, as appropriate, at multiple locations. Responsibilities include planning, staffing, developing, implementing, coordinating, promoting and assessing business programming and related services. Deadline to apply: April 7, 2017
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Federated Co-ops is looking for friendly cashiers to work a variety of shifts including days, nights and weekends at our Scandia location. Qualied candidates must possess a customer rst attitude, multi-task, excellent math skills, attention to detail and ability to frequently load product (50lbs). Previous retail experience is a plus.
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Material Handler – Weekend Shift (FT or PT): Previous experience in a plastic injection molding environment preferred. Experience in performing material transactions including: mixing, drying, staging, and warehousing required. Must have working knowledge of dryers, mixers, computers and forklift. Must have ability to read a production schedule to maintain resin supply levels and readiness in accordance with production requirements. Knowledge of engineering resins desired. If PT works Sat & Sun 7:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m., if FT works Sat – Sun-Mon hours 7:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Please submit resume to: Nolato Contour Attn: Human Resources 660 VandeBerg Rd. Baldwin, WI 54002 Fax: 715-684-2705 Email: Sue.Miller@nolato.com
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Nolato Contour is part of the medical division of Nolato which is a Swedish based company. Nolato has more than 7700 employees and 18 worldwide facilities specializing in the manufacturing of medical products, including implantable devices, www.nolato.com. Nolato Contour located in Baldwin, WI currently has immediate openings for:
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WITC Rice Lake Campus WITC is seeking qualified candidates for a fulltime Bookstore Technician at WITC Rice Lake Campus. Under the supervision of the Bookstore Manager, the Bookstore Technician is responsible for determining the needs of customers, performing inventory, handling refunds with vendors, and maintaining and reconciling accounts. This position also performs cashiering functions and makes bank deposits.
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Preco Inc., a leader in industrial laser technology since Preco Inc., a leader industrial laser technology 1978, is looking for in talented, career oriented technicalsince 1978, is looking for talented, career oriented technical help to fuel our continued growth. Located in Somerset, helpWisconsin to fuelandour continued growth. Located in Hudson, Wisconsin we offer a personal Somerset, Wisconsin and aHudson, Wisconsin environment that provides great quality of life for we the offer a personal environment providesrich a great quality of family and a professionalthat environment in diversity, life for the family and a professional technology and intellectual challenge. environment rich in
At Golden Age Manor there are two nurses on staff for the night shift. .6 position / 23 hours guaranteed per week with opportunity to pick up additional hours. Set Schedule includes 3 day weekend and additional 3 day stretch off. Deadline to apply: April 9, 2017
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Operate custom and standard CNC equipment for PRODUCTION ASSOCIATES – All Shifts processing a wideand variety of materials. Accountable for for Operate custom standard CNC equipment meeting cost, quality and delivery objectivesAccountable as processing a wide variety of materials. for assigned within a manufacturing setting. Strong meeting cost, quality and delivery objectives as mathematical, and written skills a must. assigned withinoral, a computer manufacturing setting. Strong High school education/GED and lifting up to 50 lbs remathematical, oral, computer and written skills a must. quired.
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Our dental office is looking for a dynamic individual to be our sterlization technician. We have a large office and a very friendly team. The roles of this position are to manage the dental office infection control plan to meet OSHA and CDC standards, handle instrument cleaning, disinfection, sterilization, re-circulation, maintenance and organization of our sterilization center, overseeing repairs and maintenance of equipment, helping assist patients, turning over rooms, inventory, and clinical supply ordering. Job Specification: Minimum high school graduate Dental experience preferred Competencies: FAMILY DENTISTRY •Ability to maintain outgoing, friendly, cooperative attitude with staff even under pressure •Ability to work with interruptions and to manage multiple priorities •Knowledge of correct grammar, spelling, and punctuation If you are interested please •Ability to meet deadlines email your resume to: •Ability to work unsupervised info@amerydental.com
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Property Lister/Analysis Polk County Government Center Full-time - Non-Exempt Position $20.30 hour Responsible to compile and process the land information necessary for the real estate property tax assessment roll and the Polk County computerized parcel map, maintain all assessment records as required by Wisconsin §70.09(2). Primary duties are mapping related, and is responsible for the preparation and maintenance of maps incidental to the description and location of properties for taxation purposes. Requires an Associates degree or equivalent in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Technology, or Land Surveying Technician, plus two years experience in either land surveying or land title investigation and two years experience using coordinate geometry software. Deadline to apply: April 10, 2017 Recycling Laborer/Driver Full-time - Non-Exempt Position
Recycling Center St Croix Falls Starting Wage: $18.39
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North Twin sees ice off March 27 BY TOM STANGL TSTANGL@THEAMERYFREEPRESS. COM
A mild February and above average temperatures this past weekend melted the ice off of North Twin Lake on March 27, four days later than last year’s ice off, which occurred on March 23. North Twin is among a group of lakes that are monitored by Dr. Kenton Stewart, Professor Emeritus at the State University of New York at Buffalo. Stewart, with the help of local observers, records the ice on and ice off dates for numerous lakes across the nation. Observations about the ice on and ice off days have been shared for over 25 years with Dr. Stewart, a freshwater biologist who has assembled a lengthy list of lakes in the United States, including North Twin Lake in Amery, for his studies, which concentrate on the effects of global warming and potential climate change. North Twin’s ice on
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Voucher schools climb to nearly 300 in Wisconsin MADISON, Wis. (AP) — The number of private schools in Wisconsin registered to get tuition subsidies has increased significantly since the state Legislature approved a statewide voucher program four years ago. Gov. Scott Walker’s latest budget proposal shows the program, funded by taxpayers, has grown to nearly 300 private schools across the state enrolling about 34,000 students this fall. Walker’s budget estimates the state’s voucher programs are expected to cost about $263 million in 2017-2018. Vouchers are tuition subsidies paid with tax dollars that help children attend private schools, the majority of which are religious. The Journal Sentinel says the annual voucher payments will rise to about $7,500 per elementary school student and roughly $8,000 for high school student this fall.
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date this winter was Nov. 8, three weeks earlier than last year, when the lake had two ice offs, Dec. 11 and March 23. Records for ice off on North Twin have been kept since 1949. The average date for ice off on North Twin is April 13. The earliest date on record is March 15, 2000. The latest date is May 5, 2013. Here are the ice-off dates for North Twin Lake 1949 ................... April 12 1950 ................... April 24 1951 ................... April 27 1952 ................... April 20 1953 ................... April 10 1954 ................... April 12 1955 ..................... April 9 1956 ................... April 17 1957 ................... April 19 1958 ..................... April 5 1959 ................... April 14 1960 ................... April 15 1961 ................... April 12 1962 ................... April 19 1963 ................... April 15 1964 ................... April 15 1965 ................... April 29 1966 ..................... April 9 1967 ..................... April 9 1968 ................. March 31 1969 ................... April 14 1970 ................... April 18 1971 ................... April 17 1972 ................... April 20 1973 ................. March 31 1974 ................... April 20
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