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Students in the Amery Inquiring Minds Program (AIM) worked on a display of Wisconsin endangered species. The students did research on the animals they selected and created artwork that is on display at Farm Table through the end of April.

Wisconsin endangered species subject of unique learning projects Students in the Amery Inquiring Minds (AIM) program have become featured artists in a display running through the end of April at Farm Table Foundation in downtown Amery.

Some of Wisconsin’s threatened animal species are highlighted in watercolor artwork done by the students in a collaborative project

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The project was presented to AIM students in December.

The project began by having students explore species from the Natural Heritage Project Working List and narrowing their choice to one species. Students were placed in groups where they conducted research and prepared

a proposal on why they believe their species was important to represent. The Farm Table staff visited the school and acted as a panel to listen to the students’ proposals and give approval for them to proceed with their project to create a work of art. Jessica Turtle, creative director of Farm

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An Amery man who sued Polk County over the possibility of allowing snowmobiles and ATVs on the Stower Seven Lakes State Trail announced last week that he would withdraw his legal complaint.

Peter Henry revealed his intent to withdraw the suit in a letter to the editor sent Thursday (see page 5 of this issue). His decision was prompted by action the county board took March 20, rescinding a 2017 measure that had called for development of THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 33, 2222plan for the trail. a multi-use, multi-season VOL.Replacing 131 NO. 19 www.moraminn.com $1.00 that policy, the board called for the formation of a citizens advisory committee to help create a comprehensive plan for the Stower and Cattail state trails.

The changes seemed to mollify Henry, who in November alleged that the board had moved forward with trail plans prematurely, without considering cost implications of allowing motors on the trail.

“As a taxpayer and someone with business interests predicated on growing tourism to Polk County, I am encouraged by the county’s new course,” Henry wrote in his letter to the editor. “We need to appeal to all recreational trail users, motorized and non-motorized,

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Isakson, Anderson and Glenna win local contests

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voter turnout to 40%.

Poll workers put in a long day in Amery, recording the large number of write in votes. Amery was the last precinct to report results after 11 p.m.

defeated incumbent Mayor Kay Erickson 419-164 in the April 3 election.

At her final city council meeting as mayor, Erickson thanked mayors Jerry Wittstock, Isakson Harvey

THE SUN A total of 685 persons in Amery cast ballots in the April 3 election, despite a spring snowstorm. Amery City Clerk Treasurer Fran Duncanson told the city council on April 4 that 97 absentee and 588 in person ballots were cast in the election, bringing

Isakson wins Amery mayoral contest

Paul Isakson will be Amery’s next mayor. Isakson

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council seat, received 43 votes Stower and Mike Karuschak and earned another term in and the community for the office. opportunity to serve in city Julie Riemenschnieder was government for the past 20 years. “It’s been an honor and re-elected to another term on the council representing a privilege,” Erickson said, District 2. Riemenschnieder, choking up with emotion. running unopposed, received Persons in attendance at the 287 votes. council meeting gave ErickSarah Flanum will join the son a standing ovation. council as an at-large mem Rick Davis, running as a write in for theTHURSDAY, District 1 SEPTEMBER 33, SEE2222 ELECTION ON PAGE 2A VOL. 131 NO. 19 www.moraminn.com $1.00

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DISPLAY: Students’ projects on display at Farm Table through April FROM PAGE ONE

Table and Megan Peterson, art teacher, teamed up to plan the art project and then students worked collaboratively to create their artwork during their weekly art classes.

Finally, the art was completed and displayed by Jessica Turtle at the Species of Hope Youth Exhibit at Farm Table.

The students’ gallery opening was held on the evening of March 9. Katy Ellefson with Power Up 4 Kids prepared healthy & delicious Hors d’oeuvres for all to enjoy during the reception.

Students and their families attended this evening event and were so excited and proud to see this work on display.

In addition to the art, there are wildlife mini-dioramas, educational displays, and an interactive animal track stamping station.

Project members on each animal were: American Marten - Marcus Zacharias, Miley Brotzel and Cali Widiker; Woodland Jumping Mouse - Katelyn Osero,

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The gallery opening on March 9 was the largest opening at the facility. The display runs through April 30.

Lillian Powell and Norah Gorres; Prairie Vole- Izzie Iwaszko, Ava Balog and Brock Hosking; Franklin’s Ground Squirrel - Lilly Thorsheim, Marcus Bosley and Ellie Gullickson; Northern Long Eared Bat - Suki Gatica, Ayla

Hose and Luciana Fowler; Ornate Box Turtle - Morgan Leonard, Tyler Ellefson and Peyton Hanson; North American Racer - Sawyer Luedtke, Weston Hosking and Zach Osero; Nelson’s Sparrow - Isabella Bowen, Nelson

Wilcox and Andrew Benner; Greater Prairie Chick’n Marissa Fisk, Will Clark and Madisyn Heacock ; Long Eared Owl - Bruno Meyers, Joey Byrnes and Alexandra Edwards; Blanchard’s Cricket Frog - Nathan Gullickson,

Kya Nelson and David Williamson; Paddlefish - Donavan Maukstad, Garrett Beauvais and Ruby Christian; Crystal Darter - Dusty Wishard, Owen Gouldand Chase Benitez; Swamp Metalmark - Darby Trent, Presley Sarsland and Estella Chavez; Rusty Patched Bumble Bee Madera Peterson, Wyatt Warshall and Mia Byrnes; ZigZag Darner - Avery Swanson, Charlotte Stewart and Harlon Stone; Bright Glyph - Ben Widiker, Weston Facchinni and Mason Lee; Ghost Tiger Beetle - Jacob Welu, Peter Markee and Logan Sigsworth; Scudder’s Short-winged Grasshopper - Lyla Stone, Quinnleigh Page and Sydnee Sweeney; Broad-shouldered Water Strider - Ethan Tyman, Cole Dooner and Zephaniah Carlson.

Amery Inquiring Minds (AIM) is a 60 student, grade 3-5 multiage project based learning school offered as an option at Amery Intermediate School. AIM Advisors are Sue Bielmeier, Jeremiah Fisk and Sam Montana.

ELECTION: Write-in campaigns for Amery School Board are successful FROM PAGE ONE

ber. Flanum was the top vote getter for a city position, receiving 515 votes. She ran unopposed for the seat currently held by Sharon Paulson, who chose not to seek election to the council. Paulson completed the term of Jack Rogers, who resigned in 2015. Dave Flanum

Myers was appointed in January of 2016 but resigned due to health concerns.

Isakson, Flanum, Riemenschnieder and Davis took the oath of office on April 5. Their terms begin on April 17 after the results of the election are certified.

write ins defeated incumbents Darren VanBlaricom and Lynn Blomstrand and challenger Doug Nelson.

Official results: Lynn Blomstrand 495 Darren VanBlaricom 490

Anderson, Glenna win Amery School Board seats Write-in candidates Keith Anderson and Char Glenna won the two seats on the Amery School Board. The

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Douglas Nelson 521 Keith Anderson 788 Charlotte Glenna 787 After canvassing on April 9, vote totals in the Amery precinct were adjusted.

Amery City Clerk-Treasurer Fran Duncanson said in a press release said “These discrepancies were the result of human error and not any programming or voting equipment malfunction or interference. We apologize to all the candidates on the ballot and the public for this

mistake and have put steps in place to be sure it does not happen again.”

Larsen joins county board Michael “Mick” Larsen will return to the Polk County Board of Supervisors. Larsen ran unopposed for the District 12 seat, which is the city of Amery. Kate Isakson, appointed to fi ll the term of Warren Nelson, chose not to see election to the board.

Larsen received 512 votes.

LAWSUIT: Henry urges volunteers for citizens advisory committee and get them to this area and show them the wealth of outdoor experiences available.

“To do that,” he continued,

“we need a smart group of people to step forward and serve on the [citizens advisory committee], and to devise master plans that consider lo-

cal needs as well as the latest tourist trends and preferences. With three gorgeous state trails, there is no reason to put all our bets on a single use

or cater to only one group.”

Henry said that instead of pursuing the lawsuit he would invest his time and energy in helping create master

plans for the trails.

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Amery Meal Site Grand Re-Opening

Music at Balsam Lutheran Church

The Amery Congregational Church, the ADRC Nutrition Program and the staff at the Amery Meal Site would like to invite everyone to festivities being held in celebration of the Amery Meal Site Grand Re-Opening April 9-13.

The meals sites provide a congregate dining experience and home cooked, hot meals every Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday for all individuals 60 years of age and older.

There is no charge for the meals but rather a suggested donation of $4/meal. The donations go right back into the Elderly Nutrition Program supporting day to day operations and helping aid in sustainability of the programs.

Please join us early for a home cooked meal by RSVP’ing to the Amery Meal Site at 715268-6818, 24 hours in advance.

APRIL 12 Pork Dinner at First Lutheran Men in Mission from First Lutheran Church in Amery invite you to their annual Pork Dinner with all the trimmings on Thursday, April 12. Serving is from 4:30-6:30 p.m.

The church is at 240 Elm St. W in Amery.

Pearls of Wisdom, Gems of Hope: Understanding the Journey of Dementia Occupational Therapist and Dementia Trainer Kathy Beran will guide learners to increase awareness of dementia. Learn caregiving skills to allow persons with dementia to shine rather that focusing on a person’s loss when there is brain change. Learning to see individuals as precious, unique, and capable encourages a care partnership and is the core of this Gem model.

Thursday, April 12, 6-7:30 p.m. in Conference Room ABC at Amery Hospital & Clinic.

APRIL 13-14 VFW Gun Show Buy, Sell or Trade during the Amery VFW Post 7929 annual Gun Show on Friday and Saturday, April 13-14 at the Amery Hockey Arena. Friday is from 3-9 p.m. and Saturday 9 a.m.-5 p.m. A raffle will also be held.

APRIL 13-14-15 Clear Lake Community Theatre The Addams Family, a new musical comedy, will be at the Clear Lake Area Community Center Gymnasium Friday, Saturday and Sunday, April 13-14-15.

Fridays and Saturdays at 7 p.m. and Sunday matinee is at 2 p.m.

The Menomonie Singers are coming back to Balsam Lutheran Church on Saturday, April 14, at 7 p.m.

Under the direction of Dr. Jerry Hui, the choir performs a wide variety of music and will be singing a mix of sacred/classical numbers.

Smelt Fry in Turtle Lake Turtle Lake American Legion, Donalds-Hylkema Post 137, will hold their annual Smelt Fry on Saturday, April 14, from 4-8 pm. at the Legion Hall, 320 S. Maple St. Take outs are available by calling 715-556-5664.

Missions Fundraiser Auction East Lincoln Alliance Church Mexico Missions Trip and Marcia Schussman will benefit from a Fundraiser Auction on Saturday, April 14, at the Amery Community Center.

Doors open at 11 a.m. (silent auction), a brat lunch is served from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. and a Live Auction will begin at 1 p.m.

Some of the items offered are tools/outdoor, arts/crafts, antique/vintage, household/ furniture, plus local business gift cards and items.

D.O.G. Fire Association Spaghetti Fundraiser in Dresser Dresser, Osceola, Garfield Fire Association will hold their 12th annual Spaghetti Fundraiser on Saturday, April 14.

Food is served from 3-7 p.m. at the Dresser Fire Hall.

An adult raffle drawing includes several guns and more.

There is also a drawing for 1 boy bike and 1 girl bike.

Handicap parking is at the fire hall with a shuttle bus from Trollhaugen lot from 3-9:30 p.m.

An Evening of Favorite Sonnets Sonnets read by members of the Northern Lakes Theatre Guild at the Northern Lakes Center for the Arts, 113 Elm St., Amery.

APRIL 15 Deronda Lutheran Spring dinner Meatballs with mashed potatoes/gravy, vegetable medley, rolls, pie and beverage will be offered at the Deronda Lutheran Church’s Spring Dinner on Sunday, April 15, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

The church is just west of Amery at 1239 Cty. Rd. F.

Women’s Health Workshop at Amery Ale Works Sunday 4/15 from 2-3:30 pm Dr Ed Hagen DO, Felllow in Antiaging, Regenerative Medicine, OBGyn and Denise Watson, Health Coach at their Vivify Integrative Health Clinic, will present a free workshop on improving your health naturally. Come and learn what

you can start doing today to improve your health and how you can help your family as well.

APRIL 16 Christian Women’s Connection River Valley Christian Women’s Connection invites women of all ages to the “Spuds with Buds” Luncheon on Monday, April 16, at 11:30 a.m. The luncheon will be held at Wapogasset Bible Camp, 738 Hickory Point Lane, Amery.

The special feature is Potato Bags for the microwave by Bev Caspersen and the lunch will include a potato bar. Michelle Lynch will do the special music.

Keynote speaker Judith Peter will talk about “Linking Up with a Best Friend.”

APRIL 18 Kick Off meeting for Relay for Life American Cancer Society Relay for Life of Polk and Burnett counties will hold a Relay Kick Off meeting on Wednesday, April 18, at 6 p.m. at the St. Croix Falls Library.

Learn what’s new, Q&A, idea sharing, join a team, connect with other relayers.

APRIL 19 Amery Empty Bowls The bowl serves as a visible reminder that people go to bed hungry every night. Empty Bowls donations to go help fight hunger.

Empty Bowls event Thursday, April 19, 5-7 p.m. at the Amery High School. There wll be a silent auction and entertainment by Paul Oman.

APRIL 19-20 Annual Rummage Sale Amery Area Community Center’s Annual Rummage Sale will take place on Thursday, April 19, from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. and on Friday, April 20, from 7:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.

The main hall will be filled with various treasures. Come check us out!

APRIL 21 Annual Norwegian Smorgasbord Trinity Lutheran Church of Garfield will hold their annual Norwegian Smorgasbord on Saturday, April 21. Serving time is from 3:30 to 7 p.m.

On the menu is meatballs and gravy, real mashed potatoes, sliced ham, lefse, rommegrot, rice pudding, pickled herring, Norwegian cookies and much more!

The church is located 1 mile east of Hwy. 65 on CTH F at 1578 85th Ave., Amery.

Deer Park Lions Chicken Dinner Winner Winner Chicken Dinner! The Deer Park Lions Club will hold a Chicken Dinner on Saturday, April 21, from 5-7 p.m. at the Deer Park Community Center. The dinner includes 1/4 chicken, mashed potatoes and gravy, sweet corn, dinner roll and a cookie. (A hot dog plate with chips and cookie is an option).

Deer Park HCE will also be selling pie slices.

Deer Park Fire Dept. will host the annual Fireman’s Ball Street Dance at 8 p.m.

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GriefShare Seminar at St. Joseph Catholic Church

Polk County Genealogy Society resumes for 2018

GriefShare a special help seminar and support group for people experiencing the loss of a loved one will be held at St Joseph Catholic Church in Amery beginning Thursday, April 19th from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m.

The church is located at 1050 Keller Ave N. GriefShare features nationally recognized experts on grief recovery topics. Seminar sessions include “Is This Normal?” “The Challenges of Grief,” “Grief and Your Relationships,” “Why?” and “Guilt and Anger.”

For more information call St Joseph Catholic Church at 715268-7717.

Programs relating to family research and county history are offered free each month from March through Decembrr at the Ravenholt Family Research Center in the Luck History Museum, next to the Luck Library.

2018 will be kicked off with Basic Genealogy April 23, at 1 p.m. at the Luck History Museum. Shirleen Hoffman, professional genealogy researcher, consultant and author will discuss: •Where do I begin?

•Research Basics •Building your family tree •Q & A and personal problem solving If you need help starting a family tree, join us for this seminar!

Amery Area Garden Club The Amery Area Garden Club will meet on April 19 at 9:30 a.m. at Ellie’s Parlor, 204 North Keller. We will have a presentation and discussion on tomato blight. Visitors are welcome. Contact Pat at 715-2684930 for information.

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Diversions until May

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opefully as you are reading this, spring is beginning to break through and drive winter away for at least a few months.

The colder than normal start to April has many people grouchy and depressed. The longer days are not being spent outside walking or watching sporting events. Instead, we continue to be indoors like fish in an aquarium, hoping one day to be released where it is warm and inviting.

The cold weather has had me thinking about C.S. Lewis’s classic novel “The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe.” The fantasy novel, made into a fairly successful movie in 2005, tells the story of the mythical land of Narnia which has been suffering a century in deep winter, due to a Publisher for spell cast by an evil witch.

Tom Stangl British siblings find a magical door to the kingdom by going through a wardrobe. Their arrival helps hasten the downfall of the witch and the return of spring. I won’t spoil how it gets done, but I highly recommend the novel, which I first read as a child, to young and old alike.

My granddaughters are big fans of Disney’s 2013 movie “Frozen,” a reimagining of Hans Christian Andersen’s fairy tale “The Snow Queen.” If you have had any contact with children under age 13, you know this movie. The musical tells the story of a fearless princess who sets off on a journey alongside a rugged iceman, his loyal reindeer, and a naïve snowman to find her estranged sister, whose icy powers have inadvertently trapped their kingdom in eternal winter.

Whenever the granddaughters come to visit, it’s a good bet that “Frozen” gets a spin in the DVD player.

The music, animation and plot are well done with multiple layers. There’s something to appeal to children and adults alike.

It might seem like we are under an evil spell this spring but it seems that long term weather patterns are out of whack. The weather in the Arctic has been warmer than normal this winter, resulting in temperatures warmer in northwest Alaska than here at home.

Hopefully this pattern will break loose soon and we can get back to getting outdoors.

“The Terror,” one of my favorite novels, has been adapted into a series that is currently airing on the cable network AMC. The production tells the story of the ill-fated Franklin Expedition. Two British Royal Navy vessels, H.M.S. Erebus and H.M.S. Terror, that set sail in 1845 to find the Northwest Passage to China. The ships were never seen again until their sunken remains were found nearly one hundred fifty years later. A total of 134 men were on the expedition.

“The Terror” is a fictionalized account of what author Dan Simmons believes may have happened to the sailors. Searchers in the decades after their disappearance were able to patch together stories from native Inuit of starving men walking overland to try to reach Hudson Bay. Simmons builds on this concept telling a story of growing fear and desperation as the once brave Englishmen who believe they have tamed nature soon realize that they will die.

It’s a great novel and the television adaptation, produced by Ridley Scott, has been well done. There’s lots of characters, lots of storylines and a monster to boot.

I used to say “The Terror” was a great way to get through the winter. This year, it will help pass the time until May. 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.

Agriculture in Polk County is strong all year VINCE NETHERLAND POLK COUNTY ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

During my recent vacation to Florida I was amazed at how green and lush the surroundings were during the height of winter.

Coconut Palm trees, orchards, and farms were thriving. For a moment I wondered how agriculture-based counties in Wisconsin could compete economically given the fact that green plants are Local replaced with white snow for Voices several months Vince Netherland each year. But then I reflectPolk County ed on several Econ. Dev. agricultural businesses in Polk County and realized that local agribusiness and agricultural products are alive and well all year.

Wisconsin is known as the Dairy State, but it is much more.

While cheese and milk are produced year-round and loved by people around the world,

there are many other ag-related products that are produced and sold right here in Polk County during all seasons. Maple Syrup is produced in Wisconsin at a rate that puts it at the number 4 producer in the U.S. The number of ‘sugar shacks’ in this area is impressive. I have also visited greenhouses where everything from micro-greens to thick juicy tomatoes are raised year-round.

Wineries, breweries, and distilleries are also dotting our landscape and generating wonderful products.

Our county also hosts ag-related businesses that work with by-products of dairy. Left-over materials from the production of cheeses are used to produce products such as whey protein, a dietary supplement, and is even used to generate energy for communities.

And don’t forget, Wisconsin loves its burgers, steaks, pork chops, turkey, and chicken.

Farmers in Polk County raise and process these animals and then sell them to local restaurants, grocery stores, and specialty markets.

An emerging agriculture-related enterprise in Wisconsin is Agritourism. This term general-

ly refers to any agriculture operation that is open to the public.

Polk County is home to a wide variety of agritourism operations including pumpkin patches, corn mazes, educational tours, farmers markets, processing demonstrations and petting zoos to name a few. And, of course, my favorite: brewery tours.

While Polk County may not stay green all year, the agriculture business is alive and well. Our farmers deserve a big ‘Thank you’ from all of us for the food that they allow us to put on our tables. But they also deserve credit for their forward-thinking and creativity in generating diversity in their products and services such that we can enjoy them year-round. Their adaptability to our environment and their ability to produce products year-round helps our economy with jobs and incomes.

The Polk County Economic Development Corporation is a public-private organization that was created to encourage and promote economic development and capital investment, create and retain quality jobs, enhance the tax base and facilitate positive sustainable growth throughout Polk County, Wisconsin.

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Is a ‘blue wave’ coming?

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First, an unexpected Democratic victory in western Wisconsin’s 10th Senate District, a seat that had long been in Republican hands.

Then, the virtual Democratic candidate in the officially non-partisan Supreme Court race trounced the candidate with $400,000 in backing from the state Republican Party.

And in June, special elections in two legislative seats could add to Democrats’ momentum in this big election year. In November, GOP Gov. Scott Walker and Democratic U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin will stand for re-election.

Some Republicans are adamant it makes no sense to have special elections in June to fill two legislative seats vacant since December, considering they’ll both be on the ballot this coming November. But insiders say the law wasn’t on the GOP’s side, and now Republicans have to hope the races in the 1st Senate District in northeastern Wisconsin

and 42nd Assembly District in south central Wisconsin don’t turn into another data point suggesting a Dem wave this fall.

When Walker appointed state Sen. Frank Lasee, R-De Pere, and state Rep. Keith Ripp, R-Lodi, to his administration, he had no plans to call special elections because the Legislature would adjourn before the seats could be filled. But as Walker resisted pressure from Dems to call the elections – particularly after the GOP loss in the 10th Senate District – the National Democratic Redistricting Committee went to court to force the issue.

Initially, Republicans blew off a Dane County judge’s order for Walker to call the special elections as the work of a liberal activist. But after the state Department of Justice’s arguments fell on deaf ears with a different Dane County judge and the conservative 2nd District Court of Appeals, the administration dropped its legal challenge and GOP legislative leaders dropped plans for a bill to undermine

the court decision. To some, it was a sign the DOJ arguments were on shaky legal ground and that the optics were bad for Republicans.

After declining a trip to the state Supreme Court, Walker issued the special election call for June 12.

Some analysts say that embarrassing episode contributed to the Republicans’ big loss on April 3.

Other pundits say bigger forces were at work – Democratic enthusiasm to fight back in Wisconsin and the nation after Hillary Clinton lost to Donald Trump in 2016.

Milwaukee County Judge Rebecca Dallet’s big margin of victory – 56 percent to 44 percent – over Sauk County Judge Michael Screnock for a 10-year term on the high court surprised many observers, considering liberals hadn’t won an open seat since 1995.

A WisPolitics.com analysis showed turnout was up in the heavily Republican counties around Milwaukee compared to 2015, but not at the level a conservative needed to win

statewide.

Meanwhile, Dallet ran up big numbers in counties such as Dane, Eau Claire and La Crosse on top of outperforming typical Dem marks in areas that went the GOP’s way in 2016.

The results also underscore the Dems’ strength in Dane County and its growing role in statewide contests: Dallet won the county by 82,484 votes.

That was more than double the 40,898-vote edge Screnock had in the GOP-dominated WOW counties around Milwaukee – Waukesha, Ozaukee and Washington.

What will it mean for races this fall?

Eric Holder’s National Democratic Redistricting Committee touted its more than $500,000 investment in the state Supreme Court race, including partnerships with a series of groups that did voter contact ahead of the election.

Kelly Ward, the NDRC’s executive director, said the Wisconsin Supreme Court race can be a model for Dems across the country: a strong candidate,

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investing in organizations on the ground and an engaged electorate.

“That enthusiasm and that model is what you’re going to see carry Democrats to a lot of victories this fall,” she said.

Walker, in turn, warned Republicans that a “blue wave” could be coming to Wisconsin and urged them to tout their accomplishments.

He pointed to record-low unemployment, increased education spending, and lower taxes, among other things.

“I think if we get that story out people are going to respond,” Walker said. “I think people want to vote for something, not against something.”

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Withdraws lawsuit against Polk County To the Editor: For some reason, Polk County Supervisors were in an awful hurry to approve Resolution 59-17 last October 18th. It anticipated motorized uses on the Stower Seven Lakes Trail.

What it didn’t authorize was for Supervisors to suspend their rules of order, requiring that a source and amount of funds be identified to pay for the financial repercussions of their Resolution. That’s not just a rule in Polk County, it’s an ordinance; and ordinances are laws. Last I checked, Supervisors cannot suspend the laws of Polk County. At least, not yet.

So, I filed a legal complaint in December pointing this out.

Since my legal brief was filed, Polk County’s Supervisors have done the following: They rescinded Resolution 43-17, that anticipated motorized uses on the Stower Trail — without regard

to costs or having a plan or taking citizen input.

They passed Resolution 28-18, that requires Polk County to undertake a planning process to decide recreational uses on both the Stower Seven Lakes Trail and the Cattail State Trail.

Resolution 28-18 establishes a Citizen’s Advisory Committee (CAC) to hold public hearings, gather information, and determine the best uses for both State Trails, making those recommendations to the Environmental Services Committee.

Further, Polk County’s new resolution requires that Master Plans be written for both the Stower and Cattail State Trails.

As a taxpayer and someone with business interests predicated on growing tourism to Polk County, I am encouraged by the County’s new course. We need to appeal to all recreational trail users, motor-

ized and non-motorized, and get them to this area and show them the wealth of outdoor experiences available.

To do that, we need a smart group of people to step forward and serve on the CAC, and to devise Master Plans that consider local needs as well as the latest tourist trends and preferences. With three gorgeous State Trails, there is no reason to put all our bets on a single use or cater to only one group.

As a result, I am withdrawing my legal complaint against Polk County’s Supervisors and investing my time and energy helping to devise State Trail Master Plans that achieve the best possible outcome for all concerned.

Sincerely, Peter Henry Amery, Wis.

To the editor: This is a thank-you note to the good people at Apple River TV and Appliance.

I have purchased things from them over the many years that I have lived in Amery.

They are always prompt, courteous, efficient, and give the best deal that they can.

I needed a refrigerator this week. Randy and another fellow came quickly, and were very careful at the entryway and walls, not to damage anything.

They set it up and then Randy came back a while later to make sure it was running okay.

These are some of the advantages of shopping locally: quick service, convenience, caring because they usually know everyone, and they take away the old appliance, plus offering quick, honest repairs on anything you buy, if needed.

My husband and I always said, “If you don’t shop in your hometown, you won’t have a nice hometown with a good business district.”

I really appreciate Apple River TV and Appliance. Thank you, guys!!

The indispensable craft of the politician

BY LEE H. HAMILTON COMMENTS ON CONGRESS

For the most part, we Americans value expertise. We want our physicians to possess knowledge and experience. We want our lawyers to know the law inside out. We want our clergymen, our engineers, our farmers to bring the kind of proficiency and skill to their work that comes only with familiarity and practice.

So here’s a question. Why is it that the more expertise politicians’ gain in their field, the more we deride them?

Politicians may disappoint us, frustrate us, or even anger us. They certainly make mistakes. But here’s the thing: we cannot solve our problems at any level — local, state or federal — without skilled politicians. They’re indispensable to the system. And the craft of politics requires certain characteristics. Not every politician possesses them, but the good ones — and there are plenty of good politicians — strive for them.

First, they’re attuned to the moods of the people and to shifts in public opinion. They

have faith in this country and its future, and they often hold a vision for what its success will look like. They believe it can make progress.

They also know that progress will not come easily. They understand they’ll face setbacks, failure, and hardship, but they persevere in the American way of governing because it can make a lot of things possible. They are pragmatic, and prepared to adjust, compromise, and improvise in order to move policy in the direction they’d like to see it go.

They’re comfortable holding

authority and responsibility, and because they recognize that they share these burdens with others, they respect their colleagues. They try to be civil with them, since they understand the dynamic nature of politics — that you don’t have permanent enemies or allies and that your foe one day may be a comrade the next.

Finally, good politicians understand that politics consists of a lot more than running for election. In the end, politics is about striving to make the world, or at least this country, better.

Carolyn Ross Amery, Wis.

I don’t want to suggest that I think all politicians possess these qualities, or that any politician enjoys them all. Yet these characteristics are what mastery of the craft demands, and they come only with time and experience. Any politician who displays them deserves the same respect we’d give any specialist who has acquired the knowledge, skill, and insight demanded by a complicated, demanding, and meaningful profession.

Lee Hamilton was a member of the U.S. House of Representatives for 34 years.

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Warrant payment goes awry

BY TOM STANGL TSTANGL@THEAMERYFREEPRESS.COM

A Rush City, Minn. man on his way to pay a warrant for an operating while intoxicated (OWI) charge ended up behind bars April 1 on drunk driving charges.

According to police reports Gabriel Gust, 45, was on his way to LaCrosse from Rush City when a near miss head on collision north of Osceola served as motivation for concerned motorists to call in Gust Gust’s license plates.

The witnesses to the near miss told officers they had observed Gust’s vehicle had drifted off of the road near the Snap Fitness

between Dresser and Osceola. The vehicle overcorrected, crossing the center line into the northbound lane barely avoiding a head on collision with another vehicle. The witnesses followed Gust to the Minit Mart and called in his license plate number.

An Osceola police officer responded to the call and found Gust’s vehicle parked in a no parking zone next to Minit Mart in Osceola. The officer reported seeing Gust exit the convenience store, appearing to be unsteady on his feet.

The officer observed a moderate smell of alcohol and asked Gust where he was going. Gust told the officer he was headed to LaCrosse to take care of a warrant he had. Gust told the officer he travelled from his home in Rush City, crossing into Wisconsin on Hwy. 8 and travelling south

on Hwy. 35.

Gust told the officer that he had consumed six beers that day and submitted to field sobriety testing. After failing the first two tests, Gust told officers that they should just arrest him after failing the one leg stand test.

His preliminary breath test (PBT) was .145 on a weak breath.

Gust asked to get a cigarette from his car. An officer followed him and observed several empty beer cars fall out of the vehicle when Gust opened the door.

Gust was arrested and transported to the Polk County Jail. He has been charged with OWI 5, open intoxicants in the vehicle and remains in custody at the jail. A not guilty plea was entered on April 2 and a pre-trial conference has been scheduled for April 9.

Polk County Arrest Reports Jessica H. Golz, 24, Centuria, was arrested on March 24 for battery.

Amanda S. Carrozza, 37, Shoreview, MN, was arrested on March 26 for domestic battery and disorderly, and damage to property.

Rebecca M. Ashby, 28, Amery, was arrested on March 26 for domestic battery and a bond violation.

Paul J. Appel, 35, Luck, was arrested on March 27 for battery, disorderly conduct and criminal damage to property.

Kevin J. Hicks, 33, St. Croix Falls, was arrested on March 28 for escape and criminal damage.

Shawna M. Beaupre, 19,

New Richmond, was arrested on March 29 for felony bail jumping.

Michael W. Koser, 34, St. Croix Falls, was arrested on March 29 for obstructing an officer, a Burnett County warrant, and possession of drug paraphernalia.

Samantha J. McCurdy, 39, St. Croix Falls, was arrested on April 11 for domestic disorderly conduct.

Angela M. Peterson, Amery, was arrested on March 28 for OWI (operating while intoxicated) 3rd.

Gabreil M. Gust, 45, Rush City, MN, was arrested on April 1 for OWI 5th and open intoxicant in motor

vehicle.

Chad E. Smith, 45, Balsam Lake, was arrested on March 26 for a probation hold.

William A. Hanson, 33, Luck, was arrested on March 27 for a probation hold.

Corinne M. Rice, 41, Pine City, MN, was arrested on March 28 on a warrant.

Shontel M. Tipton-Morrison, 31, homeless, was arrested on March 28 on a warrant.

Richard D. Polinski, 29, Grantsburg, was arrested on March 28 on a warrant.

Anthony G. James, 30, Center City, MN, was arrested on March 27 on a

Polk County warrant.

Angela J. Campeau, 39, Dresser, was arrested on March 29 on a warrant for failure to appear.

Steven L. Johnson, 26, Clayton, was arrested on March 29 on a warrant.

Jeremy K. Naylor, 42, Cumberland, was arrested on March 31 for a OOC warrant.

Traci L. Busha, 36, Eagle River, was arrested on March 31 for a Polk County warrant.

Laura M. Peel, 30, Osceola, was arrested on March 31 for a probation hold.

Amery Police March Activity Activity Report March 2018 Incidents: ............................... 43 Total Bail Jumping .....................................1 Criminal Damage to Property .........2 Disorderly Conduct ...........................1 Disorderly Conduct on School Prop.1 Disturbance/Noise Complaint ........1 Drug Violations .................................3 Emergency Detention—Ch. 51 .........3 Endangering Safety/ Use of Weapon ....................................1 Fraudulent Use of Financial Card...1 Harassment ........................................1 Juvenile Call ......................................7 Mentally Disturbed Person ..............3 OMVWI—3rd Offense.......................1 Sexual Assault ...................................1 Theft ...................................................3 Threats ...............................................2 Warrant Arrest..................................3

Calls for Service ............................ 423 Traffic Citations ............................. 22 Municipal Citations: ............ 19 Total Curfew ................................................1 Issuance of Worthless Checks .........1 Junked Vehicles on Property...........1 Possess Controlled Substance .........5 Possess Tobacco Products ................1 Truancy ..............................................3 Truancy—2nd Offense ......................1 Underage Drinking ...........................6 Accidents ............................................7 Parking Violations ............................2 Other Department Assists ............. 17 Patrol Mileage .................... 5,021 mls.

Foot & Bike Patrol ..................... 8 hrs.

Public Assists ................................. 23

Hours Spent Outside of Amery: Arrests and Transports.................. 13 Mutual aid PCSO and Other Departments ...................3 Investigations (Out) ..........................0 Administration .................................7 Trials/hearings (Out) .......................2 Training/Education Hours:........... 59 K-9 Activity: K-9 Activity ........................................1 K-9 Sniffs ............................................2 Training Hours ............................... 10 Vehicle Registrations ...................... 34 Vehicle Renewals............................. 10 Vehicle Temp Plates ..........................5

Amery Fire Department Amery Fire Chief Dale Koehler told the Amery City Council in his report on April 4 that the through April 3, the fire department has been pages to 151 calls.

In March, the department responded to two alarms, two accidents and

three fires, two mutual aid calls and 11 EMS calls.

Koehler’s report said that the rescue boat has a recall on its engine.

The engine is at the manufacturer for the recall and it should be completed soon. The cost of the repairs is cov-

ered by the engine company.

Three firefighters attended multiple classes at the Wisconsin State Firefighters convention, four attended EMS training at WITCC March 31 and April 1.

Amery Police Report 03/30/18-04/05/18 03/30/18, 06:52 p.m., Assist citizen 03/30/18, 09:59 p.m., Juvenile call 03/30/18, 10:30 p.m., Juvenile call 03/31/18, 01:03 a.m., Juvenile call 03/31/18, 06:30 a.m., Assist other agency 03/31/18, 06:42 a.m., Assist other agency 03/31/18, 11:45 a.m., Assist other agency 03/31/18, 01:26 p.m., Mental health call 03/31/18, 03:25 p.m., Assist in civil matter 03/31/18, 11:15 p.m., Assist in civil matter 04/01/18, 06:25 p.m., Business alarm 04/02/18, 11:34 a.m., Welfare check 04/02/18, 12:05 p.m., Theft complaint 04/02/18, 07:04 p.m., Mental health call 04/03/18, 12:53 a.m., Assist other agency 04/03/18, 11:00 p.m., Vehicle lockout 04/03/18, 11:27 p.m., Welfare check 04/04/18, 02:14 a.m., Disturbance 04/04/18, 03:15 p.m., Juvenile call 04/04/18, 04:00 p.m., Mental health call 04/05/18, 07:55 a.m., Disturbance 04/05/18, 03:05 p.m., Vehicle Lockout 04/05/18, 03:47 p.m., Snowmobile violation 04/05/18, 06:00 p.m., Vehicle lockout 04/05/18, 08:39 p.m., Vehicle lockout

Arrests: Hank R. Shires, 30 of Amery. Domestic Abuse – Battery, Domestic Abuse – Disorderly Conduct Amanda Goepfert, 33 of Grantsburg. Disorderly Conduct Jason Tacheny, 24 of Grantsburg.

Disorderly Conduct, Possession of Methamphetamine, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia

Police chase in Barron County ends in suicide BARRON, Wis. (AP) - Authorities say a police chase in northwestern Wisconsin ended in a suicide.

Barron County Sheriff Chris Fitzgerald says in a statement that a Bloomer police officer around 12:30 a.m. Saturday spotted the car of a domestic abuse suspect who was said to have a rifle. A chase ensued on Highway 53 and continued into Barron Count. Deputies asked the Barron Police Department to set up spike strips, which punctured three tires on the suspect’s car.

As the vehicle came to a stop, the driver failed to get out or obey deputies’ commands. After several minutes, because of the possibility that the suspect was armed, deputies made a tactical approach with shields and a flash-bang grenade. They found the driver, 66-year-old Michael Haile, of Stitzer, dead from a self-inflicted gunshot.

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Bail set at $100,000 cash for Glenwood City high school teacher charged with online sex crimes

BY LEANN R. RALPH GLENWOOD CITY TRIBUNE PRESS REPORTER

HUDSON — Bail has been set at $100,000 cash in St. Croix County Circuit Court for a Glenwood City High School teacher charged with five felonies related to sex crimes involving a teenaged girl.

Peter L.O. Gaustad, Gaustad who also is a member of the Glenwood City Common Council, appeared before Judge Edward Vlack April 6 on two felony counts of child sexual exploitation as well as felony counts of exposing a child to harmful material, causing a child between the ages of 13 and 18 to view sexual activity and using a computer to facilitate a child sex crime.

Gaustad allegedly exchanged sexually explicit images and messages with a 15-year-old high school sophomore in Missouri.

According to the criminal complaint, the Boone County Sheriff’s Office in Missouri referred the case to law enforcement officials with the Wisconsin Department of

Justice after a detective with the Boone County Missouri Sheriff’s Department received a telephone call from a concerned citizen on March 23 about her 15-year-old daughter, who had been talking with a 45-year-old man from Wisconsin.

The girl told her mother she was in contact with a teacher who lives in Glenwood City, Wisconsin, and she had used Whisper and Snapchat to communicate. The girl also said she had told him she was a sophomore in high school, that she had sent several nude photographs to him, and he had sent nudes to her, according to the complaint.

The girl eventually told her mother the man’s name was Peter Gaustad.

The Boone County Missouri detective queried law enforcement databases for Peter Gaustad from Glenwood City, Wisconsin, and located a 45-year-old male subject. The detective checked the Glenwood City school district staff directory and located a Peter Gaustad, who teaches ninth grade social studies.

During an interview, the girl told the detective in Missouri she had used the phone application Whisper because you could post anonymous messages. One of the girl’s posts stated, “I’ve always

Johnson won’t seek third term Polk County Sheriff Peter Johnson will not seek a third term.

Johnson, in a April 9 press release, announced that he submitted his notice of non-candidacy on March 27.

“It has truly been my honor to serve as the Polk County Sheriff for the past almost eight years,” Johnson said. “In August, I will begin my 29th year in law enforcement with 19½ of them being in Polk County. Law enforcement is a profession that I care deeply about and Johnson I do not leave it easily, however, the time is right for me to retire at the end of my term and move on to other opportunities.”

The sheriff said that he was unsure of what he will do in the future, but indicated that he would like to serve Polk County in a different capacity.

“What capacity this is exactly I haven’t decided, but I love Polk County and can’t imagine being anywhere else,” Johnson said.

Johnson expressed his pride in what the department has accomplished during his time in office and wished the best to his successor.

“I am leaving them with a great staff and a strong foundation from which they can continue to build and move forward,” the sheriff said “In closing I would like to thank the citizens of Polk County for placing your trust in me for the time you have,” Johnson concluded.

April 15 is the first day that candidates can circulate nomination papers for the fall election. Nomination papers are due June 1 at 5 p.m.

wanted to date a teacher, but then I remember, oh yeah, I’m a student.” The girl said she regretted putting up the message, but at the time, she “felt like she could because nobody knew her.” Later on, the girl confirmed the man named Peter had responded to that post.

The complaint goes on to say the girl talked with Gaustad just about every night, and that over time, the Snapchat pictures became more sexually graphic. The girl said she believed five to eight of the images involved Gaustad’s genitalia although she never saved any of the images. The girl said most of the time, the Snapchat messages would happen during the night. When asked if she had ever sent any nude photos of herself through Snapchat, the girl said she had sent nudes of her breast, buttocks and genitalia, according to the complaint.

The girl said Gaustad had made a comment on Snapchat about her boyfriend and said the boyfriend “can’t touch you, you’re mine.” The girl said Gaustad’s comment made her feel uncomfortable, and she said she had saved the message, according to the complaint.

When asked if Gaustad had ever talked about coming to

Columbia, Missouri, where the girl lives, she said yes.

The girl said Gaustad is a basketball coach for girls in ninth grade, and on multiple occasions, he had told the girl, “I wish I was there.”

When asked what Gaustad would want if he showed up in Columbia, the girl said, “sex,” the complaint states.

At around 10 a.m. April 5, a special agent with the Wisconsin Department of Justice was introduced to Glenwood City High School Principal Patrick Gretzlock in a conference room at the high school.

The special agent gave a synopsis of the case, and Gretzlock accompanied Gaustad to the conference room. A detective with the St. Croix County Sheriff’s Department also was present during the meeting.

During a conversation at the Glenwood City fire department across the street, Gaustad said he was engaged in an online sexual relationship with a girl from Columbia, Missouri, who he described as under the age of 18. Gaustad said he used Snapchat and Whisper to send sexually explicit material that included photographs and video of his own genitalia and to receive sexually explicit pictures from the girl and indicated he was in his bedroom at his residence on Elm Street in Glen-

wood City while engaging in the online activity, according to the complaint.

Gaustad told the investigators he had only used his cellular telephone to view pornographic images on the Internet.

Gaustad is scheduled to appear again in St. Croix County Circuit Court before Judge Vlack at 10:15 a.m. April 10.

Judge Vlack set a cash bail of $100,000 during the April 6 court hearing.

As a condition of bail, the judge ordered Gaustad not to use any electronic devices to connect with the Internet or social media and to surrender his passport to the clerk of court if he has a valid passport. Gaustad also must be fitted with a GPS device and is not to leave his address.

Judge Vlack ordered Gaustad to have no contact with the complaining witness, no contact with two other individuals, and no contact with any minor children under the age of 18.

If convicted on all felony counts, Gaustad could face a maximum penalty of a little over 140 years in prison and a maximum of $320,000 in fines.

Gaustad could be fined $500 for each image or for each copy of an image associated with the crime.

Sheriff Deputy Brent Waak is candidate for Polk County Sheriff Balsam Lake, WI –Polk County resident, Brent Waak, officially announced on April 6 his candidacy for Polk County Sheriff.

Waak, a 20 year veteran, and current Patrol Sergeant with the Polk County Sheriff’s Department announced his intention to run for Polk County Sheriff publicly at an Waak event on Thursday night.

Sgt. Waak has been honored to hold a supervisory position for over 13 of his 20 years of service.

Speaking of his leadership in the department, Sgt. Waak said, “In my 20 years working for the Sheriff’s Department, I have forged a reputation for being honest and ethical. These are just some of the core values I intend to continue to build into the Polk County Sheriff’s Department once elected.”

Reflecting on his relationships within the department, he said,

“It has been an honor to work with some very dedicated and talented team members at the county.”

Sgt. Waak graduated from the University of Wisconsin at Stevens Point in 1994 with a Bachelor of Science degree.

After college he started his law enforcement career and married his wife, Shari. They have 3 children and he feels blessed to live and work in Polk County Wisconsin.

Sgt. Waak said of his law enforcement career, “I have faced many challenges, but have always stepped up when called upon. I have witnessed extraordinary acts of bravery and heroics, but I have also seen tragedy and evil. As Sheriff, my promise is to face challenges in our community with steadfast leadership, so when we prevail, we will come back together as a community.”

Polk County is faced with many difficult issues. “Substance abuse and the lack of mental health services are two

key issues that I plan to work towards creating solutions. While these are complex problems which require a community effort to solve, I believe practical solutions are realistic.”

In the coming months, Sgt. Waak plans to campaign diligently meeting as many individuals as possible. He believes open lines of communication will be very important for the new Sheriff, as well as transparency and accessibility once in office.

“With proven experience and leadership, I am asking for your support to achieve my goal to become the next Polk County Sheriff. If elected, I will serve our community with pride.

Together we can build a safer community, stronger relationships, and renewed confidence in the Sheriff’s department. I promise to stay true to my values and provide Polk County with professional law enforcement services.”

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105 Years Ago April 10, 1913

common council.

He cited health considerations in his statement accompanying his resignation letter.

Griffin served the city for 11 years as mayor with his term due to expire in April of 1974.

On a motion made by James Brackin, the council accepted Griffin’s resignation with regret.

Last fall the mayor was hospitalized with a stomach ulcer condition.

“I have enjoyed working with you fellows and I love Amery, but I have to give up something before I am forced to give up everything,” continued the mayor. “I will continue to work for Amery and take part in civic affairs, but not as mayor or a member of the council.”

Must Be Pure

Those who expect to sell maple syrup this spring should post themselves on the pure food law, which forbids adulteration of any kind and allows nothing but pure maple sap to enter into the syrup.

A man in an adjoining county was recently arrested, plead guilty to putting brown sugar in his product and was fined $25 and costs.

95 Years Ago April 19, 1923 Sheriff Olson Lands King of the Moonshiners Sheriff Jas. A. Olson and Under Sheriff Guy Beedle rounded up the “King of the Polk County Moonshiners” when they took John Turnquist and his son Ray into custody a week ago together with three barrels of mash, a large and complete still, and other equipment for the manufacture of “Oh, be Joyful”. The former plead guilty and was given six months in the county jail

by Judge Roberts and the boy waived examination and was given a hearing last Friday.

The older Turnquist is one of the most successful and most notorious moonshiners in the section and was arrested about a year ago by Sheriff Peterson.

Mr. Olson is to be complimented on the apprehension of the lawbreakers and on his securing of evidence of such overwhelming nature.

New Firm O. A. Granum and H. Webster have formed a partnership under the firm name of Webster & Granum, and have opened an office in the Doebler building two doors down from the Free Press office. They will write insurance of all kinds.

Americans Eat Much Sugar With the per capita consumption of 102 pounds, the American people made a world record as sugar eaters last year.

France’s Losses in War France lost 10 percent of its population in World War I.

85 Years Ago April 6, 1933 Young Couple Killed in Auto Accident One of the most shocking accidents in years occurred in this city at about midnight Saturday when a car driven by Reuben Carlson and occupied with him by Miss Edna Belisle and Donald Vassau, crashed into a freight train standing on the Soo Line crossing.

Miss Belisle was almost instantly killed and Mr. Vassau died at Amery Hospital Sunday afternoon. Both were terribly lacerated and crushed. Mr. Carlson was the least injured.

He was taken to Amery Hospital and his recovery is believed to be assured.

Mr. Carlson picked up Mr.

Waiting Patiently For Parade

In Our Opinion…(editorial)

These little ones are all bundled up and patiently waiting for the homecoming parade to pass by sometime in the early 1960’s across from the old Coast to Coast store.

Vassau and his fiancé (they were to have been married this spring) and started south down main street and it is believed that he could not see the train until it was too late to stop. The car burst into flames instantly and Marcus Teien and Chet Peterson, who were near the park when the accident happened, took the occupants from the automobile to save them from being burned. They were then taken to Amery Hospital.

Chief Leonard Grenz and his fire fighters were called and responded to extinguish the flames and drag the auto away from the railway tank car filled with gasoline, which was near the blazing auto. The automobile was wrecked beyond repair.

Miss Belisle, had been a waitress at the Amery Hotel for a number of years and was a young lady of excellent reputation and carried the respect of all who knew her. Mr. Vassau, will long be remembered for his sunny smile, cheerful disposition and his prompt and business-like manner of handling the delivery for the Elmhurst Dairy. Mr. Carlson, a trusted employee of the Weaver Oil Company is heartbroken over the affair.

Almost one hundred persons were at the scene within a very few minutes from all parts of the city, ready to lend assistance to the unfortunate victims of the accident.

Miss Belisle and Mr. Vassau, who were to have been married in a short time were given a double funeral and were buried side by side in the Amery Cemetery.

Brothers Injured Same Day Albert Carlson, son of Chas.

E. Carlson, of Route three, sustained a badly mangled arm when it came in contact with a wood saw at the family home Saturday morning. He was brought to this city for treatment. He is the brother of Reuben Carlson, who was

badly injured in an automobile accident the same night.

Eliminate Dangerous Crossing There have been many accidents at the Soo Line crossing here and it is high time that something was done to force the Soo Line to install safety devices for the protection of the public. The fact that the railroad has not been directly responsible for a part of the accidents is no reason why it should not install signal lights or other proper safety devices.

Further the trainmen persist in parking cars on the side tracks so close to the crossing that the vision is greatly obstructed and this is another menace to public safety.

80 Years Ago March 31, 1938 No Warrants in Town But Thief Caught Anyway It was a big Saturday night in Amery for Martin Johnson of Wanderoos, and it was equally a big night for Night Cop Charles Johnson, for Chief of Police Carl Burman who was just going to take a bath when he was called, and for Elmer Olufson and Henry Knutson the victims.

As a result, everyone is taking it easy today except Martin who got 60 days in the Polk County jail at hard labor.

Elmer Olufson apprehended Johnson as he was taking a tire off the Olufson car parked on the south side of Dehler’s Market. It was about 11:30 p.m.

Elmer collared Johnson, called for help, and Charley Johnson came, rushing down and put Johnson, who officers said was somewhat “under the weather”, in jail, but didn’t lock the jail door.

But Johnson stayed there and then it was found that another man, who is known to police, had escaped with tools from the car of Elmer Olufson.

Chief Carl Burman was called about this time. He

searched around town for a criminal warrant but no one in town had one. In the meantime, Elmer Olufson phoned Sheriff John Helstern and the sheriff said Olufson would have to come to Balsam Lake to swear out a warrant.

“How can I come up now and then come back and get this man when the jail door isn’t locked,” asked Elmer.

Finally Sheriff Helstern came down, with the warrant, and took Johnson to jail.

On Monday, Johnson pleaded not guilty when arraigned before Municipal Judge M. J. McDonald, changed his mind after being taken back to jail, and decided to plead guilty. He did, and was sentenced to 60 days in the bastille at Balsam Lake at hard labor.

60 Years Ago April 17, 1958 ‘Sweet Music’ Comes to Amery Harry James and his Music Makers are making headlines for Amery with their appearance here Monday, April 28.

Coming directly from California, the orchestra will provide music and entertainment for this section of Wisconsin with a concert and dance. The concert is scheduled for 9 p.m. in the Amery High School.

Harry James recently appeared on the “Shower of Stars” and the Academy Award television program along with several other top-billings within the past several months.

Funds derived from the dance will be used to purchase equipment for city parks and recreation areas. The event is being sponsored by the Amery Community Club.

45 Years Ago April 12, 1973 Mayor Resigns George Griffin resigned as Amery mayor at the Wednesday, April 4, meeting of the

Griffin: Gave of Self With the resignation of Mayor George Griffin, this newspaper has an opportunity to make some observances about the community that would otherwise have seemed inappropriate.

The men who accept the challenge of city office in a community have long been admired as a group by this staff.

Living with the natives makes it difficult to function in the best interests of the majority of people for the various pressure groups are composed of your friends and neighbors – not some professional lobbyist.

The various issues have a way of being translated to greetings, or the lack of them on the street, and inhuman snubs and humiliation to members of their families.

In Mayor Griffin, this community has continued to march forward despite some pressures to do otherwise. This man has been a leader who has devoted more of his lifeblood and energy to this task than any other civic leader in the history of Amery and we say that without fear of challenge for this staff has been in the observer’s seat for a good long time.

We do not want to infer that any man is indispensable for he is not. No doubt this community will be provided with other dynamic and energetic mayors in the years ahead.

On the other hand, we are hereby recording that Mayor Griffin’s 12 years has been an outstanding era of civic progress in almost any field that you care to name. To fail at this juncture to pay just credit to this man would be an unforgiveable oversight by this newspaper and the people he has served so well.

Becomes Broker at Indianhead Forrest Hermann, 35, became a real estate broker with Indianhead Realty of Amery on Monday, April 2.

He had served in a staff position with Fabri-Tek, Inc., for several years. Hermann also serves as an alderman from Amery’s second ward.

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Amery City Council notes Amery Area Public Library Director Amy Stormberg reported that a new Youth Services librarian has been hired. A new special needs story time will be started in May. The library will host a photo display of soldiers who died in Vietnam April 16 – 26, with a reception on April 17 from 4 – 7 p.m. Wisconsin Remembers has a face for every name on the Vietnam Veterans Wall. The library’s wi-fi will no longer be turned off at night. The circulation of the library for the first quarter of this year is up 1,103 from last year.

Public Works Superintendent Allen “Bones” McCarty told the council that the blown sewer cap that caused the city’s two water towers to

drain completely in February has been repaired. A storm sewer on Griffin Street that was washed out during the February event will need to be repaired. Initial discussions with Cedar Corp. about the lift station replacement in Flag Park will be held when the weather clears. The weather has delayed hydrant flushing as well. Road bids from Monarch Paving have been received.

Police Chief Tom Marson reported that winter parking remains in effect until April 15. Police staff will work with residents if they have people visiting or other hardships.

Severe weather awareness week is April 9 – 13. Sirens will be tested on April 12 at 1:45 p.m. Assistant Police

Chief Joe Vierkandt told the council about the department’s efforts during April, Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month.

Fire Chief Dale Koehler told the council that I am responding, a smart phone application to notify firefighters of a call, is now in use. Koehler has been elected president of the Polk County Mutual Aid Box Alarm System (MABAS) organization. The council approved a resolution to borrow $110,000 from WESTconsin Credit Union to fund the new wildfire truck.

City Clerk-Treasurer Fran Duncanson reported that 588 voters cast ballots in the April 3 election with 97 absentee votes. Duncanson praised the work of poll workers who

worked past 11 p.m. counting the high number of write-in votes in the election.

The council approved a lease for the upstairs of city hall. Kwik Trip will pay $500 a month to lease the space to conduct interviews and training for new employees in anticipation of their new Amery store opening. The firm will lease the space April – August. A pre-construction conference is planned for April 10.

Alderperson Sharon Paulson and Mayor Kay Erickson attended their final council meeting. Paulson chose not to seek election to the council, Erickson lost her bid for another term as mayor.

The council asked for the bike trail study plan to be pre-

sented to them and the public at a future meeting.

The council approved proceeding with paving a road into the new industrial park.

It was pointed out that the road will go through property owned by the co-op and Ron Anderson, so an agreement to purchase land or reach an agreement will have to be made during the process.

Following a closed session, the council voted to approve a payout to Allen McCarty for PTO down to 520 hours at the rate of $20.00 an hour in either compensation, deferred compensation retirement or HSA contribution.

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Marie Schussman (left) helps with a goat distribution made to families that suffered through an extreme drought.

Members of the East Lincoln Alliance Mission team paint a piece of playground equipment during a recent trip to Mexico.

Auction raises funds for international mission and educational work The East Lincoln Alliance Church will host a fundraising auction on April 14 to raise funds for two programs the church helps to support.

Feed My Starving Lambs International in Los Canelos, Mexico and the educational

work of Marie Schussman in East Africa will divide the proceeds of the event.

Feed My Starving Lambs International is run by Amery grad Gary Sandmann and his wife, Minnie. Members of the East Lincoln Alliance Church

have made six trips to help Sandmann’s mission work and another trip is planned for next spring. According to Pastor Randy Schussman, Sandmann ministers to the physical needs of people near his community and then

shares the gospel. Sandmann has been doing this work for 12 years.

Marie Schussman is the daughter of Pastor Schussman and his wife, Mary.

Schussman has been studying and teaching community

development at the university level off and on in East Africa for 20 years. Recently she helped an aid group distribute 555 goats to families hard hit by a recent famine.

Vietnam war exhibit coming to Amery A travelling exhibit showing the names and faces of Wisconsin service members who died in the Vietnam War is coming to Amery.

Wisconsin Remembers: A Face for Every Name will be on display at the Burman Room at the Amery Public Library, 225 School Court. The exhibit is open library hours: Monday – Thursday 9 a.m. – 7 p.m., Friday 9 a.m.

– 8 p.m. and Saturday 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Wisconsin Remembers: A Face for Every Name, is a traveling exhibit that features a photo for each of the 1,161 Wisconsinites officially listed on the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C. The exhibit also includes additional photos for names

that are listed on the Highground Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Neillsville, WI. Wisconsin Remembers is a tribute to lost life and lost potential.

The photos were collected by volunteers from throughout Wisconsin over the past eight years. Friends and family of those who were killed in Vietnam submitted photos, but so did students, teachers and others who simply wanted to put a face to the names listed on the Wall in Washington, D.C. The images they found will help tell the story of the men and women who are listed on the Wall as part of a new Education Center the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund is building on the

National Mall.

Wisconsin was just the fi fth state in the nation to find a photo for every resident listed on the Wall.

Members of the Amery VFW will be at the library exhibit with additional displays, artifacts and photos on Tuesday, April 17 from 4-7 p.m. Military Honors with 3 volleys symbolizing a 21-gun salute 6:30 p.m. outside the library.

Presented by Wisconsin Public Radio, Wisconsin Public Television and the Wisconsin Veterans Museum. Locally, the exhibit is hosted by Amery Community Education and the Amery Area Public Library.

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Monson, Kobernick elected to Clear Lake School Board Ryan Monson and Christy Kobernick were elected to seats on the Clear Lake School Board in the April 3 election.

Monson and Kobernick were the top vote getters. Incumbent Peter Wieczorek finished third.

Dave Scheuermann chose not to seek reelection Unofficial results Christy Kobernick 187

Ryan Monson 302 Peter Wieczorek 171

Incumbents reelected to Village Board Incumbents Vern Engebretson, Lori Martin and Marie Bannink were reelected to terms on the Clear Lake Village Board.

Unofficial results Vern Engebretson 96

Lori Martin 111 Marie Bannink 106

Arcand reelected Russell Arcand, running unopposed for the Polk County Board of Supervisors, received another term representing District 13.

Arcand received 349 votes.

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A wheelchair swing like this will be installed in North Park this summer.

Wheelchair swing planned for North Park

BY TOM STANGL TSTANGL@THEAMERYFREEPRESS.COM

A fundraising campaign is underway to bring a wheelchair swing to North Park.

The Amery City Council April 4 approved spending the money to construct a stand for a wheelchair swing providing private fundraising raises the $2,000 for the purchase of the swing.

Alderperson Sharon Paulson presented the idea at the Parks and Recreation committee meeting on April 2. Paulson thought that the swing would be a unique to the park. She told the committee that she had held initial discussions with various service clubs about fundraising for the purchase of the swing, which allows persons to swing while in their wheelchair.

Worn Again, the Lions Club and the Woman’s Club have expressed interest in helping pay for the swing, which will cost $2,000. A total of $1,000 has been pledged for the project.

The council agreed with Paulson and authorized the spending on the stand, which will be installed by city crews this summer when the restrooms at the park are receiving their scheduled upgrade.

Statement from Amery Clerk on election results Upon final canvass, the Polk County Board of Canvassers discovered a discrepancy with the vote totals in the April 3rd, 2018 Spring Elections for the City of Amery. While these discrepancies did not affect the outcome of any race on the ballot, we are providing this information to the public in the interest of transparency. These discrepancies were the result of human error and not any programming or voting equipment malfunction or interference. We apologize to all the candidates on the ballot and the public for this mistake and have put steps in place to be sure it does not happen again.

Frances Duncanson, City Clerk

Boat landing bids approved

BY TOM STANGL TSTANGL@THEAMERYFREEPRESS.COM

The Amery City Council April 4 approved the low bid $232,799.12 of Pember Companies for the Granum Boat Landing project.

The Parks and Recreation Committee discussed the bids on April 2. There was a range of $50,000 from the high and low bids and $9,000 from Pember and the next lowest bid.

Nicole Hodkiewicz of Cooper

Engineering, present to discuss the bid, told the council that the project came in $8,000 higher than estimates.

The project is scheduled to begin April 30 with a July 15 completion date. The landing should be available for use in late summer and into the fall.

Hodkiewicz believes that this is because of the unknown about of material that will need to be removed before the paving can begin. Hodkiewicz told the council

that it is believed that there is up to one feet of “monkey” material that will need to be removed.

Public Works Superintendent Allen “Bones” McCarty, answering questions about the project at the Parks and Recreation committee meeting, said that the privacy fence that will be constructed with the neighboring property will be completed first.

The fence will run the entire length of the project and be at least eight feet high.

Book signing and reception April 13 “Loved and Loving, A Guide for Prayer,” written by award-winning authors Jacqueline Syrup Bergan and Marie Schwann, CSJ, was recently published and will enjoy a book signing presentation on Friday, April 13 at Amery’s Hungry Turtle Institute/ Farm Table.

Bergan The authors have ministered together and separately for the past 38 years. They primarily worked in rural areas conducting days of prayer, establishing a Center of Christian Renewal, and eventually collaborating the writing of several books on Ignatian spirituality. Jacqueline and Marie received the Hearts of Fire Writer’s Award in Spirituality from the Loyola

Institute, Los Angeles, for their many books on Ignatian Spirituality. These writings include the highly acclaimed five volume “Take and Receive” series.

Some volumes in this series have been translated in foreign languages and the series has sold over 500,000 Schwann copies. Schwann passed away in 2014. Bergan is a recent Amery resident, and just marked the 80th landmark of her life.

“Loved and Loving” is based on a spiritual exercise called The Contemplation to Attain God’s Love. It is found in the Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius Loyola from the 16th Century. These Exercises, made by tens of thousands of people every year, are

Christ centered and powerfully transformative.

The book’s cover art was taken from a painting by Gregg Rochester, a thirty-year professional artist and 2012 Wisconsin Artist of the Year. The original painting used for the cover will be on display at the Rochester signing event.

The reception will be held from 6:00-9:00 p.m. at the Hungry Turtle Institute/ Farm Table Restaurant in Amery. Books and art prints will be available for sale, where the author and artist will personally sign them. A brief presentation

by Jacqueline Bergan will be given at 8 p.m.. Everyone is welcome. Refreshments will be served.

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AREA CHURCHES AMERY FREE LUTHERAN, 1 mile west of golf course on CTH F, Eric Christenson, pastor www.ameryflc.org Every Sunday: 9 a.m. Sunday School for ages 3-103; 10:15 a.m. Worship Service.

Many small group Bible Studies are held during the week.

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. Morning Worship.

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

Wednesday: 10 a.m. Men’s Bible Study; 5:30 p.m. OneWay Club.

BALSAM LUTHERAN, 1115 Mains Crossing, Amery, Dan Watland, pastor Sunday, April 15: 8:30 a.m. Youth Sessions; 9:30 a.m.

Fellowship; 10:15 a.m. Holy Worship.

Tuesday, April 17: 8:30 a.m. Quilting at Elim.

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

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

CHURCH OF CHRIST, 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: 9:45 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, April 11: 3:30 p.m. Homework & Hangout/ Confo; 5:45 pm. Family Dinner; 6:30 p.m. WOW/Youth Group; 7 p.m Money Management.

Thursday, April 12: 9:30 a.m. Senior Dining Hall opens; 5:30 p.m. Women’s Bible Study.

Friday, April 13: 9 a.m. Pastoral Leaders; 9:30 a.m. Senior Dining Hall opens.

Saturday, April 14: 6 a.m. Food Set Up; 7:30-9 a.m. Registration for Ruby’s Pantry; 8 a.m. Car Care; 9 a.m. Registration ends for Ruby’s Pantry and Food Distribution begins.

Sunday, April 15: 10 a.m. Worship; 11:15 a.m. Congreational Giving Meeting.

Monday, April 16: 9:30 a.m. Senior Dining hall opens; 7 p.m. Boy Scouts.

Tuesday, April 17: 6:30 a.m. Men’s Bible Study; 9:30 a.m.

Senior Dining Hall opens; 10 a.m. Bible Study - Death and Resurrection of the Messiah.

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

DERONDA LUTHERAN, 1239 65th Ave., Amery Lori Peper, pastor 715-268-9577 Wednesday, April 11: 9:15 a.m. Oman Holy Week/Easter Study at Wapo/Anderson Hall; 10 a.m. Parish staff meeting; 6 p.m. JAM and Confirmation at Little Falls.

Thursday, April 12: All day Apple River Conference at West Denmark; 9 a.m. Deronda Quilting.

Saturday, April 14: 8-9:30 a.m. Men in Mission Breakfast at Trinity.

Sunday, April 15: 8 a.m. Little Falls Worship; 9:30 a.m.

Trinity Worship; 11 a.m. Deronda Worship; 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Deronda Spring Dinner.

Tuesday, April 17: 7 p.m. NUIC Parish Council meeting 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, April 11: 7 p.m. Council meeting.

Sunday, April 15: 9:30 a.m. GIFT; 10:30 a.m. Worship.

Tuesday, April 17: 9 a.m. Quilting.

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

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

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

EL SALEM BAPTIST/TWIN FALLS CHRISTIAN CENTER, Dresser, Darryl R. Olson, pastor Sunday 9:30 a.m. Sunday school; 10:35 a.m. Worship; 6 p.m. Sunday evening.

Wednesday: 7 p.m. Bible Study.

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

Holy Communion 2nd and 3rd Sundays.

Council 3rd Tuesday at 6 p.m.

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

Sunday school has changed to J.A.M. (Jesus & Me) Wednesday evenings at 6:30 p.m.

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 Thursday, April 11: 5:15 p.m. Supper; 6 p.m. Worship service; 6:30 p.m. Break out sessions; 7 p.m. Church Council.

Thursday April 12: 8 a.m. Bible Study; 8:30 a.m. Quilters; 4:30-6:30 pm. Pork Dinner; 7 p.m. Al Anon.

Saturday, April 14: 8 a.m. Car Care.

Sunday, April 15: 9 a.m. Worship; 10:15 a.m. Sunday School, Choir.

Monday, April 16: 10:30 a.m.-10 p.m. ARQG. Tuesday, April 17: 7:30 a.m. Women’s Bible Study.

Call Bette at the Amery Free Press 715-268-8101 with corrections or additions to the church listings belmer@theameryfreepress.com

FIRST LUTHERAN (LCMC), 811 South Ave. W, Clear Lake www.firstluthclearlake.com Bryan S. Anderson, pastor Wednesday, April 11: 6:15 p.m. 7th and 8th Grade Confirmation; 7:30 p.m. 9th Grade Confirmation.

Thursday, April 12: 11 a.m. Priscilla Circle at Maple Manor; 1 p.m. Afternoon Stars Circle at church; 2 p.m. Joanna Circle at Ridgeview Apartments; 3:15 p.m. CEF Party Club at Clear Lake Elementary; 6:30 p.m. Church Council.

Sunday, April 15: 8:30 a.m. Contemporary Worship with Communion; 9:30 a.m. Fellowship; 9:40 a.m. Sunday school; 10 a.m. Traditional Worship with Communion; 11 a.m.

Fellowship; 7 p.m. Choir practice.

Monday, April 16: 10 am. Staff meeting.

Tuesday, April 17: 9 a.m. Quilting; 6 p.m. Building Project Committee meeting with architect.

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

FOREST UNITED METHODIST, John Hazen, pastor Sunday: 11 a.m. Worship.

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

GEORGETOWN LUTHERAN-ELCA, 877 190th Ave. Co. Rd. G, Balsam Lake (Fox Creek) 715-857-5580 serving@georgetownlutheran.net Pastor Diane House Sunday: 9:15 a.m. Sunday school; 10:30 a.m. Worship; Communion 1st and 3rd Sunday.

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

Bible Class Thursday morning 10 a.m.

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.

Emptying the Dishwasher “Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience.”

—Colossians 3:12 NIV

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recently had houseguests who stayed with me for several weeks. It was a blessing to share my house with these good friends who I have known and loved for many years, but our different habits of loading and unloading the dishwasher became a source of real annoyance. It wasn’t that they were leaving dishes in the sink, but that they had the habit of turning the dishwasher off before they left the house, so I couldn’t always tell whether the dishes had been done or not. Eventually we had to talk about it and figure out a way to keep all of us happy. Loading and unloading the dishwasher is one of those ordinary acts of kindness and consideration that goes a long way towards keeping our relations smooth and friendly. These are the kinds of things that considerate people do as a part of their everyday life. Never underestimate the importance of these minor things like loading and unloading the dishwasher. What else in your everyday life has the potential to irritate those around you? Christian love is sometimes seen in the smallest details, such as whether you hang up your coat when you come inside, or whether you replace the roll of toilet paper. – Christopher Simon

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GriefShare program to be held at St. Joseph Catholic Church Community members who have experienced the death of a family member or friend are invited to register for the GriefShare program held at St. Joseph Catholic Church.

This nondenominational program features Christ-centered, biblical teaching that focuses on grief topics associated with the death of a loved one. The DVD seminar features nation-

ally respected grief experts and real0life stories of people, followed by a small group discussion about what was seen on the DVD. Many grieving people find they are only beginning the work of healing when friends or family have returned to their daily life routines. Past participants have related how helpful the information and

follow-up discussions were to them.

Your bereavement experience may be recent or not so recent. You will find encouragement, comfort, and help in grieving the death of a spouse, child, parent, sibling, other family member, or friend. No matter what the cause of your loved one’s death, this is an opportunity to be around people

who understand what you are feeling. You will learn how to recognize the symptoms of being stuck in grief and that you do not need to live in bondage as a slave to certain emotions. You will learn valuable information about facing your new normal in life and renewing your hope for the future.

Grief-related books/materials are made available for partici-

pants to borrow.

GriefShare will be held for thirteen Thursdays starting on Thursday, April 19th 6:30 pm at St. Joseph Catholic Church, 1050 Keller Ave N, Amery. To register or for questions, call the church office at 715-2687717 or Rosemary Kephart at 715-651-5684.

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

JOURNEY CHURCH, 131 Broadway St., Amery Derek Downs, Lead Pastor 715-268-2223 www.journeychurch.city Sunday: Worship service 9-10:15 a.m.; SS for all ages from 10:30-11:30 a.m.

Monday: 1:30-2:30 p.m. Moms in Prayer.

Wednesday night programs; free family dinner begins at 5:45 p.m.; Kids Club (ages pre K-5th grade) and DW Youth Group (grades 6th-12th) follow from 6:15-7:30 p.m.

Saturday: 7-8 a.m. Men’s Bible Study at the Journey Church Teen Center.

LITTLE FALLS LUTHERAN, 1272 44th Ave., Amery Lori Peper, pastor 715-268-9577 Wednesday, April 11: 9:15 a.m. Oman Holy Week/Easter Study at Wapo/Anderson Hall; 10 a.m. Parish Staff meeting; 6 p.m. Confirmation and JAM at Little Falls.

Thursday, April 12: All day Apple River Conference at West Denmark; 9 a.m. Little Falls WELCA; Quilting.

Saturday, April 14: 8-9:30 a.m. Men in Mission Breakfast at Trinity; 9 a.m. WELCA Brunch and meeting.

Sunday, April 15: 8 a.m. Little Falls Worship; 9:30 a.m.

Trinity Worship; 11 a.m. Deronda Worship; 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Deronda Spring Dinner.

Tuesday, April 17: 9 a.m. LF Quilting; 7 p.m NUIC Parish Council Meeting 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; 7:30 p.m. Sunday evening service.

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

Men’s Bible Study 2nd Sunday 6 p.m.

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

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

Tuesday: 6:30 p.m. Prayer.

Wednesday: 6:30 p.m. Youth; 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, April 11: 12 p.m. Table Talk Men; 1:30 p.m. Abigail Circle; 5 p.m. Confirmation Cafe; 5:30 p.m. Confirmation class 7 & 8; 6:15 p.m. Evening Prayer; 7 pm. Choir Practice; 7:15 pm. Youth BRB. Thursday, April 12: 8:30 a.m. Bible Study; 1:30 p.m. Martha Circle.

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

Tuesday, April 17: 1 p.m. Quilting.

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

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

REDEEMER LUTHERAN, 600 S. Keller Ave., Amery Tom Hahn, pastor Wednesday, April 11: 5:30 p.m. Confirmation; 7:15 p.m.

Choir practice.

Sunday, April 15: Food Pantry; 9:30 a.m. Worship with Holy Communion; 9:30 a.m. Sunday school; 10:30 a.m.

Fellowship.

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

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

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

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

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

Morning Prayer 2nd and 4th Sunday at 10:15 ST. CROIX UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST FELLOWSHIP, 201 N. Adams, St. Croix Falls 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: 8:30 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, April 11: 4:30 pm. Cemetery meeting; 6:30 p.m. Server Training; Sunday, April 15: 9 a.m.

Server Training; 4:30 p.m. Little Flowers Girls Group.

ST. JOHN LUTHERAN, Forest, John Wilman, pastor Wednesday, April 11: 6:30 p.m LWML meeting., Thursday, April 12: 1 p.m. Bible Study.

Sunday, April 15: 8 am. Worship with Holy Communion; 9 a.m. Fellowship.

ST. PAUL LUTHERAN, Deer Park, John Wilman, pastor Sunday, April 15: 9 a.m. Sunday school; 9 a.m. Fellowship; 9:30 a.m. Worship with Holy Communion.

Tuesday, April 17: 6:30 p.m Bible Study.

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

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

THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS (Mormons), 644 S. 6th St., Barron Chapel 715-537-3679 Bishop Kenneth Konesky 715-7190283 Sunday: Sacrament 10 a.m.; Sunday School/Primary 11:20 a.m.; Priesthood/Relief Society 12:10 p.m.

TRINITY LUTHERAN of Garfield, 1578 85th Ave., Amery Lori Peper, pastor 715-268-9577 Wednesday, April 11: 9:15 a.m. Oman Holy Week/Easter Study at Wapo/Anderson Hall; 10 a.m. Parish Staff meeting; 6 p.m. Confirmation and JAM at Little Falls.

Thursday, April 12: All day Apple River Conference at West Denmark.

Saturday, April 14: 8-9:30 a.m. Men in Mission Breakfast at Trinity.

Sunday, April 15: 8 a.m. Little Falls Worship; 9:30 a.m.

Trinity Worship; 11 a.m. Deronda Worship; 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Deronda Spring Dinner.

Tuesday, April 17: 7 p.m. NUIC Parish Council meeting 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, April 11: 5:30 p.m Community Meal; 6 p.m.

Kid’s Blast/CREW/Adult; 7 p.m. Worship Team 3.

Thursday, April 12: 3:15 p.m. Good News Club Party at Clear Lake Elementary; 6:30 p.m. Cleansing Stream.

Saturday, April 14: 7 a.m. Men’s Prayer Breakfast at UCC. Sunday, April 15: 8:45 a.m. Sunday school/Confirmation; 9:30 a.m. Worship Team 3; 10 a.m. Worship service; 7 p.m.

Friendship Builders at Ridgeview.

Monday, April 16: 5 p.m Grief Support Group at Margaret Peterson’s.

Tuesday, April 17: 8 a.m. Sweet Hour of Prayer; 1 p.m Ridgeview Small Group; 6:45 p.m. Women’s Bible Study at Lynn Pickard’s.

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, April 11: 9 a.m. Men’s Work Group, Quilters.

Sunday, April 15: 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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DEATH NOTICE Ted Zinn, 81, Amery, died Saturday, April 7, at his home.

Funeral services will be on Friday, April 13, at 2 p.m. from Amery Free Lutheran Church, Amery.

Burial will be in the Amery Cemetery.

Visitation will be from 4 to 7 p.m. on Thursday at the Williamson-White Funeral Home in Amery and 1 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.

At the Lighthouse Center Saturday Brian and Sharon Bannister of Chippewa Falls will be appearing at the Lighthouse Center, 315 S Main St., Rice Lake on Saturday, April 14th from 7 – 9 pm. They will be sharing Country gospel plus other Christian music with Sharon singing and Brian on the steel guitar. They have shared their music and testimony in many states and all ages have enjoyed. Admission is free and snacks available for a donation. For more information call 715-79-3665.

Wisconsin voters say they want to keep state treasurer with the office altogethMADISON, Wis. (AP) er.

— Wisconsin voters Proponents of elimihave decided they nating the office say it’s want to keep the state treasurer position, even worth it to save taxpayers the $70,000 salary though its duties have position and the been all but eliminated. for the KANABEC COUNTY $227,000 biannual cost Voters on Tuesday of running the office. rejected a constituBut opponents say tional amendment to the position should be eliminate the position retained and strengththat has been around ened to be a financial since before Wisconsin watchdog. was a state.

The vote means the The Legislature has next treasurer will be shrunk duties of the elected to a four-year treasurer in recent term in November years, increasing the pressure to do away PINE CITY

Norman F. Sorensen

Theodore R. Zinn

Norman F. Sorensen, age 85 of Maiden Rock, WI, passed away peacefully with his family by his side on Friday morning April 6, 2018 at the Golden Age Manor in Amery, WI after a short battle with cancer.

Norman was born August 11, 1932 in Red Wing, MN to Fred and Lillian (Hulverson) Sorensen.

He grew up on the family dairy farm in Maiden Rock, WI. Norman attended grade school in Warrentown and was a 1950 graduate of Maiden Rock High School.

Norman married Doris (Zielkie) Lieffring on October 5, 1968 at Hartland Methodist Church and became step father to Vicki and Kevin Lieffring. Together Norman and Doris had two children, Christen and Melissa Sorensen. Norman worked on the family farm until he retired in 1986. After retiring from farming, he did maintenance at the Plum City Care Center and then transitioned into CNA work where he continued his work at the Ellsworth and Red Wing Care Centers. He then spent five years at Treasure Island as a security guard and retired in 2001.

Norman was proud of his family and cherished his time with his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. He was baptized at Trinity Lutheran Church in Amery, WI on August 17, 2008 along side his son Christen and grandson Carter. He found great interest in researching his family genealogy.

Norman enjoyed attending auctions and especially appreciated finding antique treasures and coins. Norman was fond of the outdoors and spent much of his time tinkering on his tractors in his shed.

Norman was preceded in death by his wife, Doris; his parents, Fred and Lillian Sorensen; and sister, Irma Krogstad.

Left to celebrate his life are his children, Christen (Tammy) Sorensen of Amery, WI and Melissa (Chad) Sears of Ellsworth, WI; step children, Vicki (Rich) Keane of Ellsworth, WI and Kevin (Debbie) Lieffring of Mazeppa, MN; grandchildren: Carter Sorensen, Lydia, Linnae & Levi Sears, Cory (Daniel) Sands, Shawn Sands, Chad (Caitlin) Sands, Tricia (Lloyd) Robb, Loretta Lieffring, and Terrance Lieffring; seven great-grandchildren; sister, Lois Sargent; and brother-in-law, Roland Krogstad.

A Visitation for Norman will be held 5-7 p.m.

Wednesday, April 11, 2018 at the O’Connell-Benedict Family Funeral Home, 130 N Grant St., Ellsworth, WI. Visitation will also take place one hour prior to the service on Thursday.

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Thursday, April 12, 2018 at the O’Connell-Benedict Family Funeral Home of Ellsworth, with Pastor Lori Peper officiating. A luncheon reception will follow. Interment will take place at the Maiden Rock Cemetery.

Funeral services have been entrusted to the O’Connell-Benedict Family Funeral Home of Ellsworth (715) 273-4421. www.oconnellbenedict.com

Theodore Richard Zinn age 81 of Amery passed away peacefully at his house in Amery on April 7th 2018 with his wife Shirley by his side.

Ted was born on December 31st 1936 in Chicago, IL second of four children to Theodore and Julia Zinn.

In 1948 his family moved to Fredric, WI where he attended high school.

Shortly after graduating in 1955 he began attending Dunwoody College where he learned mechanical drafting and then married Shirley Teigen.

His arrival to Amery in 1962 was to work at Fabri-Tek as a mechanical Engineer and while working there he also helped part time at Paulson Brothers in Clear Lake drawing plans for various projects. When the Amery Fabri-Tek location was closed he decided to take a risk, rather than moving the family to a bigger city for work in 1969 he purchased the Amery Florist. It was there that his love for the city of Amery began. While learning his new business he got involved with many local organizations like the Community Theater or community club, church activities or Fall Festival he always wanted to help. Ted worked hard to beautify the city in many ways, planting flower gardens, hanging pots, and colored flags are all projects that kept him busy.

In his later years he enjoyed traveling with his wife Shirley whether it was a fishing trip to Canada, heading all around the USA to visit friends and family or a trek across Europe he enjoyed meeting new people and sharing life with them.

Teds favorite pastime hobbies included antiques, coin collecting, gardening, fishing, travel and oil painting.

He is preceded in death by his sister Jackie and his brother Robert, his parents Theodore and Julia Zinn and son Gary.

Survived by his wife of 61 years Shirley Zinn, brother Mingo (Lynn), sons Brian (Lisa) Zinn, Ted (Lisa) Zinn, Greg (Julie) Zinn, David (Julie) Zinn, 19 grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren, daughter-in-law Colleen Zinn and sister-in-law Mary Kjeseth as well as many other loving relatives and friends.

Friends and family are invited to attend a Celebration service Friday April 13, 2018 at 2 p.m. that will be held at Amery Free Lutheran, 647 113th St (CR F) Amery, WI with Pastor Eric Christenson officiating.

Visitation will be on Thursday, April 12th at Williamson-White Funeral Home in Amery from 4-7 p.m. and 1 hour prior to Friday service. Interment will take place at the Amery Cemetery.

To sign an online guestbook and view a video tribute please visit www.williamsonwhite.com Arrangements were made with the WilliamsonWhite Funeral Home and Cremation Services in Amery, Wisconsin.

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STATE OF WISCONSIN, CIRCUIT COURT, POLK COUNTY In the Matter of the Estate of Robert J. Bursik

STATE OF WISCONSIN, CIRCUIT COURT, POLK COUNTY In the Matter of the Name Change of Dustin Reed Nyreen

By Petitioner: Dustin Reed Nyreen

STATE OF WISCONSIN, CIRCUIT COURT, POLK COUNTY In the Matter of the Name Change of Darren Ross Nyreen

By Petitioner: Darren Ross Nyreen

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Notice and Order for Name Change Hearing Case No. 18 CV 69

NOTICE IS GIVEN: A petition was filed asking to change the name of the person listed above: From: Dustin Reed Nyreen To: Dustin Reed Meyer Birth Certificate: Dustin Reed Nyreen

NOTICE IS GIVEN: A petition was filed asking to change the name of the person listed above: From: Darren Ross Nyreen To: Darren Ross Meyer Birth Certificate: Darren Ross Nyreen

IT IS ORDERED: This petition will be heard in the Circuit Court of Polk County, State of Wisconsin, before Judge Jeffery Anderson, Polk County Justice Center, 1005 W. Main St., Balsam Lake, WI 54810, on April 24, 2018 at 4:00 p.m.

IT IS ORDERED: This petition will be heard in the Circuit Court of Polk County, State of Wisconsin, before Judge Jeffery Anderson, Polk County Justice Center, 1005 W. Main St., Balsam Lake, WI 54810, on April 24, 2018 at 4:00 p.m.

IT IS FURTHER ORDERED: Notice of this hearing shall be given by publication as a Class 3 notice for three (3) weeks in a row prior to the date of the hearing in the Amery Free Press a newspaper published in Polk County, State of Wisconsin.

IT IS FURTHER ORDERED: Notice of this hearing shall be given by publication as a Class 3 notice for three (3) weeks in a row prior to the date of the hearing in the Amery Free Press a newspaper published in Polk County, State of Wisconsin.

BY THE COURT: Jeffery L. Anderson Circuit Court Judge March 19, 2018

BY THE COURT: Jeffery L. Anderson Circuit Court Judge March 19, 2018

(April 3, 10, 17)

(April 3, 10, 17)

Notice to Creditors (Informal Administration) Case No. 18PR22 PLEASE TAKE NOTICE: 1. An application for informal administration was filed.

2. The decedent, with date of birth February 12, 1964 and date of death February 27, 2018 was domiciled in Polk County, State of Wisconsin, with a mailing address of 313 Harriman Avenue, Amery, WI 54001.

3. All interested persons waived notice.

4. The deadline for filing a claim against the decedent’s estate is July 6, 2018.

5. A claim may be filed at the Polk County Courthouse, Balsam Lake, Wisconsin, Room 500.

Jenell L. Anderson Probate Registrar March 26, 2018 Maxfield E. Neuhaus 219 North Main Street P.O. Box 138 River Falls, WI 54022 715-425-7281 Bar Number 1031885 (April 3, 10, 17)

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State Senator Patty Schachtner announces three community listening sessions Wisconsin State Senator Patty Schachtner (D – Somerset) will hold three community listening sessions throughout Senate District 10 in April.

Polk County Listening Session Thursday, April 19, 2018, 5 pm – 7 pm St. Croix Falls Public Library, 230 S Washington St. St Croix Falls, WI 54024

NOTICE

East Lincoln Cemetery Association ANNUAL MEETING

Saturday, April 21, 2018 6 p.m.

Lincoln Town Hall

In Loving Memory

Wilfred Kuhl

Born Feb. 4, 1922 Died April 16, 2015

IN MEMORIAM In Memory of Irvin Christenson You’re in our hearts each and every day As we stumble along to find our way So until we’re together again one day We’ll pray with God’s love He’ll show us the way We miss you so much Evelyn & family

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St. Croix County Listening Session Thursday, April 26, 2018, 5 pm – 7 pm Baldwin Public Library, 400 Cedar St. Baldwin, WI 54002

REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL FOR RECRUITMENT AND SELECTION SERVICES Polk County, Wisconsin Polk County, Wisconsin, is interested in obtaining the services of a professional, highly qualified executive search firm or individual to provide consulting services for a national recruitment for two critical positions: County Administrator and Community Services Division Director. The goal of the County is to contract with a consultant to provide recruitment and selection strategy development as well the performance of recruitment and selection services for these positions.

Interested and qualified firms or individuals who have demonstrated their ability at comparable work are invited to submit proposals. Please respond to the invitation email no later than 4:00 pm on Monday, April 23rd, 2018, informing Polk County of your intent to submit a proposal.

Proposals must be submitted in a sealed envelope or package bearing the title “RECRUITMENT AND SELECTION SERVICES PROPOSAL”, along with the proposer’s name and address. The proposer shall return (1) one original and (2) copies of completed proposal forms and other pertinent information by 4:30 p.m. on Monday, April 23rd, 2018 addressed to: POLK COUNTY GOVERNMENT CENTER Andrea Jerrick Deputy County Administrator and Employee Relations Director 100 Polk County Plaza, Suite 229 Balsam Lake, WI 54810

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1030 River Place Drive, Amery Ph. 715-268-2103

Christopherson BYRNES LAW OFFICE Eye Clinic 123 Keller Ave. N, Amery, WI 54001 Certified Public Accountant Accounting • Tax • Retirement Services rd

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Monday-Friday 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

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Whitley and Bergmanis FAMILY EYE Novitzke, Gust, Sempf, Attorneys-at-Law CLINIC DON PAUL NOVITZKE JASON W. WHITLEY Amery, WI 54001

Dunn County Listening Session Wednesday, April 25, 2018, 7 pm – 8:30 pm City Hall – 3rd Floor, 800 Wilson Ave. Menomonie, WI 54751

BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONAL DIRECTORY

D. P. Doroff, D.D.S. J. J. Lampi, D.D.S. A. G. Ott, D.D.S. T. P. VanSomeren, D.D.S. 404 Wisconsin Ave. Amery, Wis. Phone 715-268-7177

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Dr. Daniel C. Satterlund 120 N. Keller Ave. Amery, WI 54001 Call 715-268-9010

(1937-2004)

GERALD N. GUST *ERIK M. BERGMANIS *TIMOTHY T. SEMPF 314 Keller Ave. N., Ste. 200, Amery, Wisconsin 54001 Phone 715-268-6130 *Licensed in Minnesota and Wisconsin

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Richard A. Davis, CPA Dirk A. Prindle, CPA Margo A. Rosen, CPA Roger Van Someren, CPA Abby L. Williamson, CPA Cathy A. Gille, CPA, MN Adam P. Honl, CPA Susan L. Hartman, CPA 301 Keller Ave. S, Amery WI Business: (715) 268-7999 Fax (715) 268-4161 www.carlsonsv.com

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Work Zone Awareness Week Promotes Highway Safety There were more than 2,700 crashes last year in Wisconsin work zones Governor Scott Walker proclaimed April 9 to 13 as Work Zone Awareness Week as part of efforts to prevent traffic crashes, deaths and injuries in construction and maintenance areas along Wisconsin’s roadways.

Drivers are asked to stay alert in work areas, which include major highway construction and rolling maintenance operations as well as emergency response, municipal projects and utility work along local roads. Wisconsin’s efforts are in coordination with National Work Zone Awareness Week. This year’s theme is “Work Zone Safety: Everybody’s Responsibility.”

“Everyone has the opportunity to set the right example for safety by slowing down, eliminating distractions and being especially cautious driving in areas

where workers are present,” said WisDOT Secretary Dave Ross.

“Whether we’re working or driving in a work zone, everyone wants to make it home safe at night. Let’s work together to be safe on the roads.”

In 2017, Wisconsin recorded 2,763 crashes in work zones, including 1,067 injuries and six fatalities.

The previous year, 2,811 crashes claimed nine lives and caused 1,112 injuries.

“Tragedies can happen in the blink of an eye,” said Ross. “Even at the reduced speed of 55 mph, your car will cover the length of a football field in less than four seconds. It’s important to stay focused and avoid tailgating, giving your undivided attention to the road.”

Along with safety messages on Dynamic Message Signs, other work zone technologies include Temporary Portable Rumble Strips used by county main-

NOTICE TOWN OF BLACK BROOK PLAN COMMISSION MEETING TUESDAY, APRIL 17, 2018 6:30 P.M.

Review and make recommendation to CSM for Kuhl/Breault/Pearson

ANNUAL MEETING TUESDAY, APRIL 17, 2018 7:00 P.M. BLACK BROOK TOWN HALL

99 75th STREET, CLEAR LAKE WI 54005

tenance workers and private contractors and Queue Warning Systems, which help to communicate speed reductions and other valuable traffic information ahead of work zones.

Throughout the week, and continuing into the 2018 construction season, WisDOT will periodically display messages on its electronic signs on highways and will use social media to remind drivers to slow down and pay attention on all Wisconsin highways, especially work zones. (Visit facebook.com/ WisDOT, twitter.com/WisconsinDOT, youtube.com/user/wisdot).

Television and radio messages about work zone safety will be broadcast statewide.

In addition, officers from the Wisconsin State Patrol and other law enforcement agencies will be deployed in work zones to enforce speed limits and other traffic laws.

TOWN OF BLACK BROOK

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MEETING REGULAR MONTHLY MEETING WILL BE HELD IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE ANNUAL MEETING ON TUESDAY, APRIL 17, 2018 (Note Date Change for Monthly Meeting) Call meeting to Order; Proof of Meeting Notice; Approve Agenda; Approve Vouchers & Pay bills, Reading of Reports; Public Comments; OLD BUSINESS: Set date for meeting to begin working on updating Comprehensive Plan; Review, discuss and approve parking request from East Immanuel Church; Review and approve CSM for Kuhl/Pearson & Breault to Plan Commission; NEW BUSINESS: Set date for road review; Discussion and decision regarding payment of real estate taxes-should there be a time to do this at the town hall; Board of Review is May 17, 2018 from 5-7 p.m.

Adjourn to May 17, 2018 meeting immediately following Board of Review Submitted and posted by Charlie Barney, Chairman Website: townofblackbrook.com This notice is for informational purposes only. Final agenda will be posted on the Town Hall door, NexGen Motors in Clear Lake and The Country Store in Amery WNAXLP

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ASSESSMENT ROLL STATE OF WISCONSIN, Town of Black Brook, Polk County Pursuant to s. 70.45, Wis. stats., the Town of Black Brook assessment roll for the year 2018 assessment will be open for examination on the 16th day of April, 2018, at the Black Brook Town Hall, 99 75th Street, Clear Lake WI from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Instructional material about the assessment, how to file an objection, and board of review procedures under Wisconsin law will be available at that time.

Notice is hereby given this 6th day of April, 2018.

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TOWN OF LINCOLN NOTICE OF TOWN BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MONTHLY MEETING The Town Board of Supervisors Monthly Meeting of the Town of Lincoln will be held on Thursday, April 12, 2018 at 7:00 p.m. at the Lincoln Town Hall -- 661 85th Street.

MONTHLY MEETING AGENDA 1. Call Meeting to Order 2. Verification of Meeting Posting 3. Approval of Agenda 4. Approval of Minutes of Previous Meeting 5. Public Comment 6. Annual Building Inspector Report – Craig Moriak 7. Lutefisk Point 8. Reports: Treasurer, Clerk, Road Work Issues, Plan Commission 9. Presentation and Approval of Bills 10. New Business 11. Unfinished Business 12. Adjourn. *Action may be taken on any agenda item* Stephanie Marciniak, Clerk 715-268-4747 Published April 10, 2018 - Amery Free Press

Notice of Public Hearing

The Town Board of the Town of Clear Lake will hold a public hearing on the proposed TOWN OF CLEAR LAKE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN SUPPLEMENT Chapter 4 on Monday the 14th day of May, 2018 at 6:30 p.m. at the Town Hall located at 375 46th Street, Clear Lake, Wisconsin.

The proposed COMPREHENSIVE PLAN SUPPLEMENT is the 10 year review and evaluation of the Town’s Comprehensive Plan.

Copies of the proposed COMPREHENSIVE PLAN SUPPLEMENT are available for review at the Public Hearing or may be obtained prior to the Public Hearing by contacting Lawrence Thelen at 715-2633089.

The Town Board may take action to adopt the TOWN OF CLEAR LAKE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN SUPPLEMENT Chapter 4 immediately following the public hearing.

Plan Commission Chair Lawrence Thelen

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ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS Village of Clear Lake Sealed bids for 2018 Street & Utility Improvements, Contract A - Bean Street & 5th Avenue will be received by the Village of Clear Lake, Village Clerk, at the Village Hall, 350 4th Avenue, Clear Lake, WI 54005, by 2:00 p.m., local time, April 30, 2018, and then at said office publicly opened and read aloud.

The work, in general, will include the approximate quantities and items listed below:

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8” Sanitary Sewer & Appurtenances 350 lf 8” Watermain & Appurtenances 750 lf 12” - 18” Storm Sewer Appurtenances 420 lf Common Excavation 1,500 cy Granular Subbase, 12” 855 cy Crushed Aggregate Base, 8” 575 cy Concrete Curb & Gutter, 30” 920 lf Concrete Sidewalk & Driveway, 4” and 6” 250 sf Traffic Control 1 ls Televising 770 lf Hot Mix Asphalt, 4” 2,200 sy Restoration 1,000 sy Clearing & Grubbing 90 id The proposals shall be submitted on the forms furnished with the specifications. Each proposal shall be accompanied by a certified check payable to the owner equal to five percent (5%) of the proposal or a bid bond of a bonding company duly authorized to do business in the State of Wisconsin in an amount equal to five percent (5%) of the proposal. This proposal guarantee shall be subject to forfeiture as provided by law.

Complete digital project bidding documents are available at www.cedarcorp.com. You may download the digital plan documents for $20.00 (Quest eBidDoc #5494395). Please contact QuestCDN. com at 952-233-1632 or info@questcdn.com for assistance in free membership registration, downloading, and working with this digital project information. An optional paper set of project documents is also available from Docunet Corporation. Contact Docunet at 763-475-9600 for pricing and instructions to obtain a paper copy. Please make your check payable to Docunet Corporation and send it to 2435 Xenium Lane North, Plymouth, MN 55441.

This project is part of a Local Road Improvement (MSILT) Program, which consists of roadway reconstruction of the existing street including hot mix asphalt pavement, crushed aggregate base course, granular subbase, storm sewer, and concrete curb and gutter reconstruction.

Proposals shall not be withdrawn for a period of sixty (60) days after the date of opening. The Village of Clear Lake reserves the right to reject any or all of the proposals and to waive any informalities therein.

Dates of Publication: April 10th and 17th, 2018

By Authority of: Al Bannink, Village Clerk

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Walker ready to send National Guard troops if asked MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker’s spokeswoman says the state “stands ready to support our nation” if asked to send National Guard troops to the U.S.-Mexican border.

President Donald Trump said Thursday he wants to send up to 4,000 Guard members to the border to help federal officials fight illegal immigration and drug trafficking.

Walker spokeswoman Amy Hasenberg said Friday that while “no mis-

sion has been brought to the State of Wisconsin at this time,” Wisconsin stands ready “if called.”

Trump’s plan to deploy National Guard troops has drawn resistance from some governors, most of them Democrats.

Earlier Friday Democratic U.S. Rep. Mark Pocan, of Wisconsin, sent Walker a letter urging him not to send troops if asked, calling Trump’s plan “grossly irresponsible” and would politicize their service.

THANK YOU

I would like to take this opportunity to say a heart felt thank you to all of those who got out to vote on Tuesday. Your voices were heard, and you matter. I am quite confident in saying you made a difference.

I am overwhelmed, humbled, and grateful for each and every vote and even for those who didn't cast a ballot for me but for the person you wanted. It's the most fundamental act in democracy.

I will make a promise and that's to do the very best I can for the most people. I am excited to serve the Amery School District and our community to the best of my ability. I am looking forward to being involved in education again and in such a wonderful capacity.

Thank you again and know that our Amery School Board is looking forward to amazing things ahead.

With heartfelt sincerity, Char Glenna

Thank You

The Amery Free Press would like to thank the 15th Annual Amery Spring Show participating businesses for their support of the annual event. Thank you to all who joined the fun at the show, and also to Amery Hockey Association for their assistance with the show.

A special thanks to this year’s demonstrators Bill Zager and Larry Loverude.

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NOTICE OF ANNUAL MEETING Town of Lincoln Notice is hereby given that the Town of Lincoln will hold their Annual Meeting on Monday, April 23, 2018 at the Lincoln Town Hall, 661 85th Street at 6:00 p.m.

Stephanie Marciniak, Town Clerk 715-268-4747 Published April 10, 2018 - Amery Free Press

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Amery Board of Education April 16, 2018

A Regular Board Meeting of the Amery Board of Education is scheduled for Monday, April 16, 2018, at 6:30 PM in the Board Room at the Amery Intermediate School, located at 543 Minneapolis Avenue in Amery, Wisconsin. Business under review will include: I. Call to Order II. Closed Session - 6:00 pm Considering employment, promotion, compensation or performance evaluation data of any administrator over which the governmental body has jurisdiction or exercises responsibility in orderto take Personnel Action pursuant to Wisconsin Statue 19.85(1)(c).

III. Open Session - 6:30pm IV. Spotlight on Education Solo & Ensemble - Ms. Badman V. Consent Agenda Items A. Agenda B. Minutes C. Financial/Budget Reports D. Board Vouchers VI. Community Comments VII. Administrative/Committee/Department Reports A. Administrator Reports B. Pupil Services Report - Mrs. Wesle VIII. Informational Items A. Enrollment Report - Mr. Kuchta B. Legislative Update - Mr. Kuchta C. Strategic Plan Update 1. Student Achievement & Technology Ms. Schock & Mr. Waalen 2. Student Engagement - Ms. Wesle IX. Action Items A. 2018 Spring Election Results - Mr. Kuchta B. Oath of Office - Dale Johnson C. Meal Prices - Mr. Kuchta & Ms. Nelson D. Employee Insurance Plans & Rates Mrs. Running & Mr. Kuchta E. 2018-19 High School Spanish Trip Mr. Doerfler F. 2018-19 Curriculum Order Requests Ms. Schock X. Closed Session A. Personnel Action Items to be discussed in Closed Session B. Considering employment, promotion, compensation or performance evaluation data, of any public employee over which the governmental body has jurisdiction or exercises responsibility. In order to take Personnel Action pursuant to Wisconsin Statutes 19.85 (1)(c).

XI. Open Session A. The Board may take action on personnel items that were discussed in closed session.

XII. Adjournment DALE JOHNSON Clerk, Amery Board of Education In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the School District of Amery will provide reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities who wish to participate in public meetings. If you require an accommodation, please contact the District Office at (715) 268-9771 a minimum of 72 hours prior to the meeting.

The original agenda for this meeting was provided for publication more than one week prior to the meeting date. Due to this fact, the agenda published in the Amery Free Press may have been altered after publication. The final agenda is available on the District’s website: www.amerysd.k12.wi.us at least twenty-four (24) hours prior to the meeting.

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More events can be found on the Out & About page The Northern Lakes Center for the Arts presents

“An Evening of Favorite Sonnets”

An evening celebrating that special form of poetry read by members of the Northern Lakes Theater Guild.

Saturday, April 14 - 7:30 p.m.

The Northern Lakes Center for the Arts 113 Elm St. - Amery, Wisconsin - (715) 268-6811 Admission: Adults ($5.00) - Children ($1.00).

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Thursday, April 12, 9-5 Friday, April 13, 9-4

515 Dickey Ave. (behind GAM, Amery)

60th Anniversary Party

for Luane (Lewy) and Clarice Johnson

Balsam Lutheran Church

1115 Mains Crossing Ave., Amery

Saturday, April 28 2-6 p.m.

UW Wanderoos shed NO GIFTS PLEASE

Phone 715-268-9291

Balsam Lutheran Church welcomes back . . .

“The Menomonie Singers” The Menomonie Singers are an open group from the Menomonie and surrounding area consisting of some adults and some associated with the University of Wisconsin Stout.

The numbers vary from show to show but have reached numbers as high as 45. Under the direction of Dr. Jerry Hui the choir performs a wide variety of music and will be singing a mix of sacred/classical and other numbers for us on April 14th. Please plan to attend for something a little different from our usual shows but one we are looking forward to very much.

Saturday, April 14, 7 p.m.

A freewill offering will be taken and refreshments served

Missions Fundraiser Auction Saturday, April 14 Amery Community Center 608 Harriman Avenue South Doors open 11 am (Silent Auction) Brat Lunch 11:30 am – 1 pm Live Auction at 1 pm Packages of Beef 32 Hours Construction Labor

Amery VFW Post 7929

GUN SHOW

Large Heated GARAGE SALE

Clothing & kids, shoes, purses, candles & stand, lamp shades, pictures, figurines, oak bench, large cage, Barbie dolls & clothes, uniforms, silk plants, cross bow, ice fishing items, radial arm saw, hunting clothes, things for men also, too much to mention. Very clean! No junk!

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Friday, April 13, 3-9 p.m.

Saturday, April 14, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

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For table rental contact Dave P. at 715-220-0119 Table Fees: 8 ft. $25 Raffle Lic #R0018750A-29070

Turtle Lake American Legion 320 Maple Street South Turtle Lake

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Adults $9; kids (12 & under) $4 Take outs available after 4:30 p.m. by calling 715-556-5664

First Lutheran Church, Amery Men in Mission invite you to our annual

Pork Dinner with all the trimmings!

Tools/Outdoor Craftsman Wood Shaper (1/2 hp); Craftsman Jointer Planer (1/2 hp); Crain toe kicksaw; Snow blower; fishing rod with tackle box; pickup load firewood; wheelbarrow; shepherd’s hooks; ceramic garden pots; water fountain; garden cart; outdoor lights; ladder; long bow instruction (25 hours) Art/Crafts Fine art photos; Stampin’ Up & scrapbooking supplies; quilt loom; Longaberger baskets; hand crafted basket; jewelry; painting on saw blade 240 Elm St. W, Amery Antique/Vintage Watering can; 6 upholstered chairs; FREEWILL OFFERING Tiara (emerald green) glassware; lures; enameled coffee pot; wooden fruit box; ruby bowl; 1950s ornate aluminum pitcher; 1960s Pyrex bowl set; treadle sewing machine; needlepoint rug; Yamaji set; Xmas tree candleholders with candles; mink coat Household/Furniture Keyboard; space heaters; paper create Art • give Art • Buy Art shredder; Ralph Lauren bedding set; quilt set; stereo Hours: 208 KELLER AVE. w/turntable; electric rice cooker; Pampered Chef 10-5 AMERY, WIS. 208 Mon.-Sat. KELLER AVE. AMERY, WISCONSIN 715-268-8600 casserole; skillet/griddle; oak TV stand; metal desk w/file HOURS: HOURS: MON.-SAT. 10-6 www.artzgallery.org MON.-SAT. 10-6 drawers; wooden queen size headboard; shower seat; SUN. 11-4 715-268-8600 www.artzgallery.org 715-268-8600 raised toilet seat www.artzgallery.org A Fine Misc. (2) half-hour massage; ballet lessons; maple syrup art ga llery in pints; cruise in 51 Chev Convertible; 8 hrs home Please join us Friday, Oct. 5-8 p.m.

208Exhibition Keller Avenue • A mery,12, wisconsin organization; Fire HD8 w/Alexa 16 GB; Art thru Oct. 29 Hours: mon-sAt 10-6 pm for an Artist’s Reception Silent Auction: 30+ theme baskets Featured artists: For the Month of April “Spring Tide” 715.268.8600 Featuring artists Bonnie Hagen, Dudgeon Printmaker Emily GraySarah Koehler Local Businesses Gift Cards & Items and Kay Brathol-Hostvet www.ArtzgAllery.org

April 14 • Deronda April 21 • Wanderoos April 28 • Nye May 5 • Amery

Thursday, April 12 4:30 to 6:30 p.m.

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Proceeds to Marie Schussman & East Lincoln Alliance Church Mexico Missions Trip Questions: 715-268-2350 Church Office Payment Method: Cash or Check Sale conducted by Solberg Auction

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Potter Bruce Kaupanger featuring guest artists: Painter Diana Randolph

Paul Oman - Watercolor & Arcylic Chris Brylski - Laser-Cut Wood Marquetry Sheila Courts - Jewelry Designer

Empty Bowls The bowl serves as a visible reminder that people go to bed hungry every night EMPTY BOWLS Donations go to help fight hunger

Where: Amery High School When: Thursday, April 19 5-7 p.m.

Cost: Bowl and Soup $10 There will be silent auction and Entertainment by Paul Oman

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Our Annual High School Spring Sports Section is included in this issue of the Amery Free Press DRESSER, OSCEOLA, GARFIELD FIRE ASSOCIATION

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Adult Raffle Drawing... Includes Several Guns and More

Kids Drawing: 1 boy bike 1 girl bike plus more prizes!

Door Prizes

• Handicap Parking at Firehall • Shuttle Bus from Trollhaugen lot 3:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m

AREA BOWLING SCORES Club 53 Bar & Lanes, Amery MONDAY NIGHT MEN Division 1 Tac Two ............................................150.0 Gary’s Electric................................. 145.5 Division 2 Dick’s Fresh Market ......................148.0 Shoreview ........................................ 116.5 High games: Rico Lopez 200, Jim Swanson 228-210, Marv Maxon 222, Gary Nottom 218, Rod Gehrman 200, Brian Peterson 212-208, Bob Gillis 261-237-225, Mark Carlson 205.

High series: Rico Lopez 554, Jim Swanson 629, Gary Nottom 558, Brian Peterson 578, Bob Gillis 723.

TUESDAY NIGHT MEN Division 1 Waterside ........................................ 153.0 Northwest Communications ......121.5 Division 2 Chet Johnson Drug ....................... 145.5 Club 53 ..............................................140.0 High games: Chuck Wellman 219213, Josh Gould 220-257-239, Bob Oulette 257-232, Will Schaffer 233235-216, Wade Prindle 246-249-217, Scott Sorenson 234.

High series: Chuck Wellman 571, Josh Gould 716, Bob Oulette 650, Will Schaffer 684, Wade Prindle 712, Scott Sorenson 584.

WEDNESDAY NIGHT MEN Division 1 Lamperts ..........................................147.5 Preferred Lawn...............................123.5 Division 2 Club 53 .............................................. 153.0 Amery Fire Dept. ........................... 133.0 High games: Jerod Wollan 243227, Denis Carterson 203, Adam Wittoft 214-235, Beau Gorres 236227-238, Lyle Kaehler 202.

High series: Jerod Wollan 667, Denis Carteron 558, Adam Witthoft 640, Beau Gorres 701.

THURSDAY-FRIDAY NIGHT WOMEN Division 1 Club 53 ...............................................157.5 Bremer ..............................................150.0 Amery Fire ....................................... 142.0 Division 2 Chet’s ..................................................141.5 Amery Hospital ..............................127.0 Northwest Communications .... 122.0 High games: Linda Mullendore 207-167-160, Katie Lauterbach 196, Gail Peterson 172, Chris Gates 164, Jeri Cook 163, Bev Gorres 158-156, Andrea Karpenski 157, Diane Lewis 157, Becky Ausen 157, Kelly Fansler 151.

High series: Linda Mullendore 534, Katie Lauterbach 474, Bev Gorres 436, Gail Peterson 431.

Spare Time Bowling, Turtle Lake M0NDAY NIGHT LADIES Week 28 of 29 Clear Lake Auto ..............................167.0 Bowlin Buddies.............................. 154.5 Spare Time Bowl........................... 153.0 Becker’s Trucking .......................... 135.0 Austad’s Super Valu..................... 129.5 No Wicks Moravitz .........................122.5 Little Debbie’s ..................................121.5 Countyline Dairy............................109.0 High games: Angie Hornick 178, Shannon Bents 186, Connie Graber 202, Amy Anderson 180-185, Judy Ullom 177-179, Laurel Cap 178-193, Karen DeGolier 202.

High series: Amy Anderson 508, Judy Ullom 500, Laurel Cap 534.

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Amery Police Officer Kip Harris and K-9 Kerchak made some new friends.

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Larry Loverude gave a demonstration on how to make maple syrup.

Happy Birthday Julie, Mom Being Great Since ‘68

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Pam Humpal (left) presents a check for $539 to Peg Bavin from the Amery Area Food Pantry, donations from showgoers. In addition to the cash, a total of 410 pounds of food was donated.

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The Amery Youth Hockey Association receives a check for rental of the facility for the show.

From left: Zach Sobczak, Mariann Sobczak, Pam Humpal and Autumn Stuntz.

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Softball association begins integration as city department

BY TOM STANGL TSTANGL@THEAMERYFREEPRESS.COM

A meeting with the stakeholders involved with softball being played at Jorgenson Field is scheduled for April 12 as the City of Amery works to integrate programs at the field into offerings from the city.

At the Parks and Recreation committee meeting on April 2, Eric Wojchik of the Amery Softball Association was present to discuss the transition, including funding for operations and future capital

expenditures.

Wojchik told the committee that purchases of field lime and supplies for the restrooms will be among the ongoing purchases that are required.

Committee chair Rick VanBlaricom told Wojchik that the association expenses will be tracked and recorded this year to help provide a baseline for city budgeting for the next fiscal year.

VanBlaricom told Wojchik that fees charged to different leagues and groups for the use of the facility would need to

become uniform. He demurred when asked how involved the city would become in scheduling, saying that the association did an excellent job of scheduling.

Lighting of the fields was discussed. Lighting the fields would more than likely be done with high efficiency light emitting diode (LED) fixtures. Cost estimates were sought in 2003 when the fields were under construction. Wojchik told the committee that the bid 15 years ago was $80,000. He anticipates it could be nearly double now -

$150,000.

VanBlaircom said that the city could help finance the installation of lights, since the facility is a city park. He said there was time to get cost estimates before budgeting was done in September.

Alderman Tim Strohbush questioned the wisdom of spending the money on lighting the fields, saying that the facility is used a few months out of the year when daylight hours are longest, extending as late as 9 p.m. or beyond.

Wojchik commented that

the association worked to get the fields constructed initially without getting them lighted.

He added that he thought having lights would help attract tournament play and potentially help revitalize softball in Amery.

The committee will have City Administrator Kim Morre-Sykes and Clerk-Treasurer Fran Duncanson attend the association’s annual meeting this month to begin working out details of fees and how expenses and revenues are recorded.

Clayton approves referendum operational expenses.

Voters in the Clayton School District approved a $3 million referendum on April 3.

The measure won on a margin of 235-199.

Passage of the referendum allows the district to exceed the revenue limit by $700,000 for the 2018-19 school year, by $750,000 per year for the 2019-2020 school year and the 2020-2021 school year, and by $800,000 for the 2021-2022 school year for non-recurring purposes consisting of

Unofficial results: Alan Gabe, Jr. 66 Luann Scharmer 88 Curtis Schneider 45 Jon Bartz 73 Scattering 43

Cuper, Mumm elected to board Thomas Cuper and Rebecca Mumm, running unopposed won seats on the Clayton School Board. Cuper received 333 votes, Mumm 335.

Bartz, Gabe and Sharmer win seats on Clayton Village Board Jon Bartz, Luann Scharmer and Alan Gabe, Jr. won the three seats on the Clayton Village Board.

LaBlanc elected to County Board Tracy LaBlanc has been elected to the Polk County Board of Supervisors. LaBlanc, appointed to fill out the term of Craig Moriak who moved outside District 5, received 473 votes in the April 3 election.

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Sister city signs ready for installation Caleb Danielson (left) and Timothy Justice display the Amery to Amory sister city signs that Michael Simonson’s fifth grade class have purchased for Amery and its sister city Amory, Mississippi. Simonson and his students were at the city council meeting April 4 to report that they have exceeded their fundraising goal, thanks to the support of community members. Simonson wishes to thank outgoing Mayor Kay Erickson for her support of the Amery to Amory program.

Dallet wins Supreme Court seat, Treasurer measure defeated Milwaukee County Judge Rebecca Dallet defeated Sauk County Judge Michael Screnock for a 10 year term on the Wisconsin Supreme Court and voters defeated a measure to abolish the State Treasurer’s office in the April 3 election.

Supreme Court While Dallet won the statewide referendum, Screnock won in Polk County.

Statewide Rebecca Dallet 555,196 Michael Screnock 440,235 Statewide, voter turnout was 22.2%, the highest spring election turnout since 2011.

Polk County Rebecca Dallet 2964 Michael Screnock 3374 Amery Rebecca Dallet 308 Michael Screnock 199 Clayton Rebecca Dallet 42 Michael Screnock 72 Clear Lake Rebecca Dallet 60 Michael Screnock 72

Treasurer A constitutional amendment to abolish the Wisconsin Treasurer’s office was defeated by voters on April 3. A “yes” vote would have abolished the office, a “no”

vote continues the office, which has been around since the establishment of the state in 1848.

Local and Polk County voters defeated the measure.

Statewide.

Yes 365,120 No 582,117 Amery Yes 24 No 54 Clayton Yes 53 No 73 Clear Lake Yes 43 No 81

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Darren has always had an interest in woodworking- he How much is my time worth? Opportunity cost of time spent with family or participating in leisure activities was known to make items such as cabinetry & cribs as is something to consider when doing a project yourself. If early as his high school years. He went on to co-own a successful hardwood flooring business for 16 years. Dena you are already working a full-time job, DIY projects may had been working for her own tiling business for 7 years take much longer than it would take a professional due to when the duo decided to team up and establish a store the limited time you have to spend on the project. This front in Amery in April of 2012. Nichole Williams joined could cause feelings of being overwhelmed and wantStone Creek in 2013 and is the in-house cabinet designer. ing to just rush the job and therefore make some costly She comes with an Associate Degree in architecture and mistakes.

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COOKING WORLD Tidbit: All the world is a birthday cake, so take a piece, but not too much. (George Harrison-Beetles)

If you like bananas and peanut butter, this cake is for you.

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BANANA NUT CAKE WITH PEANUT BUTTER FROSTING Prepare a 9x13” baking pan or two 9” round pans, greasing bottom and sides of the pan(s).

In large bowl, combine for cake, beating 30 seconds to combine, then beating for another 3 minutes, scraping bowl occasionally so all ingredients are combined: 2-1/3 c. flour 1-1/4 tsp. baking powder 1-1/4 tsp. soda 1-2/3 c. sugar 3/4 tsp. salt 1-1/4 c. mashed banana (about 2-1/2 medium) 2/3 c. butter, softened 2/3 c. buttermilk 3 eggs Add and combine: 2/3 c. finely chopped nuts Put the batter into the pans. Bake at 350°. Bake 9x13” pan for 45-50 minutes and the two round pans for about 35-40 minutes or until done (toothpick test).

If making round layers, let cool in pan 10 minutes, then remove to wire racks to cool.

any day. It combines several flavors and is made in your slow cooker.

NORTHWOODS WILD RICE SOUP Sauté in skillet until tender, about 4 minutes: 2 T. olive oil 1 medium onion, chopped Put into 4 qt. slow cooker: the sautéed onion 1 c. diced celery (2 medium stalks) 1 c. diced carrots (2 medium) 1 c. diced smoked turkey (6 oz.)

1/2 c. wild rice, uncooked 1 tsp. dried tarragon leaves 1/4 tsp. pepper (or to taste) 3-1/2 c. chicken broth (from 32 oz. container) Cover and cook on Low for 6-8 hours or until vegetables are tender.

Add and cook another 15 minutes: 1 c. frozen peas, thawed Combine and add, stirring to combine: 1 can (12 oz.) evaporated milk 1/3 c. flour Cover and cook for another 20 minutes or until thickened. Serves 4-6.

This dessert starts with a baked angel food cake.

It’s an easy recipe but needs some refrigerator time so allow for that.

ANGEL BLUEBERRY LUSH Cut the baked angel food cake to make 3 layers.

Combine in bowl for two minutes: 1 pkg. (3.4 oz.) lemon flavor instant pudding 1 c. cold milk 2 tsp. lemon zest Stir in: 1 tub (8 oz.) frozen whipped topping, thawed Refrigerate mixture 5 minutes or until thickened Stir into pudding mixture: 1 c. fresh blueberries Put the first layer of baked cake onto a plate. Add some pudding mixture. Add the next layer and do the same. Finish the last layer with more pudding mix on top.

Refrigerate cake for 1 hour.

Just before serving, top with: 1/2 c. fresh blueberries Refrigerate any leftover cake.

Hint: Use other fresh fruits for taste variations, colors and combinations.

Peanut Butter Frosting To make the peanut butter frosting, combine: 1/3 c. creamy peanut butter 1-1/2 tsp. vanilla 1/4 c. milk Add and combine well: 3 c. powdered sugar If the frosting seems too thick, add a bit more milk until you have a good spreading consistency.

Frost the cooled cake.

This makes a nice combination for a casserole.

It’s quick and easy, too. It’s a good way to use leftover cooked rice.

PINEAPPLE HAM AND RICE CASSEROLE Combine in bowl: 2 c. cooked rice 2 c. cooked ham, cubed 1 can (20 oz.) crushed pineapple, undrained 1/2 c. brown sugar 1 T. lemon juice 1 tsp. ground mustard Put the mixture into a 1-1/2 quart casserole.

Bake, uncovered, 350° for 25-30 minutes or until hot.

Serves 3-4.

These muffins are different because they contain cream-style corn and shredded cheese.

LEMONY CORN MUFFINS In large bowl, combine well: 1-3/4 c. flour 3/4 c. shredded cheddar cheese 1/4 c. corn meal 1/4 c. sugar 1/4 c. chopped almonds 2 tsp. baking powder 1/2 tsp. nutmeg 1/2 tsp. grated lemon peel 1/4 tsp. salt In another bowl, beat together and add to the dry ingredients: 1 egg 1 can (14-3/4 oz.) cream style corn 1/4 tsp. veg. oil Mix until just blended. Put the batter into twelve sprayed/lined muffin cups. Bake at 375° for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown. Cool for 10 minutes in pan and then remove to wire rack. Serve room temp or warm. Makes 1 doz. muffins.

Tips: Sometimes shredded cheese sticks together.

When you open a container and have some leftover cheese, put it into a resealable plastic bag with just a bit of flour. Shake to combine. It keeps the cheese from sticking together and doesn’t affect the flavor of foods either.

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Community Center: 8 am Coffee Club, 9 am Pool, 12:30 pm Knitting & Crocheting, 12:30 pm Hand & Foot 8:15 am Amery Housing Authority monthly board meeting at the AHA office 4:30-6:30 pm Pork Dinner at First Lutheran Church, Amery 4:30 pm HS Boys Tennis at Ellsworth, Summit Park 4:30 pm HS Girls Soccer at Barron 5 pm HS Girls Softball at Somerset 6:30 p.m. Bingo at the Amery VFW

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Community Center: 7:30 am-4 pm Rummage Sale, 8 am Coffee Club, 9 am Pool, 12:30 pm Knitting & Crochet, 12:30 pm Hand & Foot, 1 pm Memory Care 4:15 pm HS Track Invitational at Frederic 4:15 pm HS Boys Tennis vs. B-W, here 5 pm HS Softball vs. New Richmond, here 5 pm HS Baseball at New Richmond 6:30 pm Bingo at Amery VFW

Community Center: 7:30 am-12 pm Rummage Sale, 8 am Coffee Club, 9 am Low Impact Aerobics, 9 am Mah Jong, 12 pm Bridge, 6 pm Lee Elmer 5 pm HS Softball at Osceola 5 pm HS Girls Soccer at Washburn

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BIRTHS Amery Hospital & Clinic Ira Andrew Swanson, 8 lbs. 12 ozs., born on March 6, to Ashley Mattson and Andrew Swanson of Turtle Lake.

Maja Pearl Solomonson, 6 lbs. 12 ozs., born on March 9 to Melissa and Tadd Solomonson of New Richmond.

Norah Mae Taylor, 8 lbs. 8 ozs., born on March 10 to Sierra Merrill and Mike Taylor of Webster.

Cade Michael Leehe, 5 lbs. 3 ozs., born on March 16 to Brittany Williams and Cody Leehe of Glenwood City.

William Ryan Knowlton, 7 lbs. 8 ozs., born on March 16 to Bridgette Parenteau and Justin Knowlton of Clear Lake.

Britta Marie Miller, 7 lbs. 2 ozs., born on March 20 to Hillary and Thomas Miller of Amery.

Michael Ray Hawkins, 5 lbs. 9 ozs., born on March 21 to Michelle Austad and Ray Hawkins of Amery.

Julian Kane Murtaugh, 8 lbs., born on March 23 to Rachael McGurran-Meinen and Andrew Murtaugh of Turtle Lake.

Bailey May Swenson, 8 lbs., born on March 24 to Summer Hamilton and John Swenson of Amery.

BoDuke Bruce Sampson, 5 lbs. 15 ozs., born on March 25 to Janelle Lundmark and Daniel Sampson of Centuria.

Jaci Rae Sibbald, 5 lbs., 15 ozs., born on March 30 to Jenae Sumption and Joshb Sibbald of Amery.

Elsa Rose O’Rourke, 9 lbs. 14 ozs., born on April 2 to Emily and Josh O’Rourke of Sarona.

St. Croix Regional Medical Center, St. Croix Falls Jepheth Emanuel Heyn, 8 lbs. 2 ozs., born on March 28 to Constance Heyn of Grantsburg.

Adelynn Mae Blume, 5 lbs. 5 ozs., born on March 30 to Brittanie Blume of Grantsburg.

Khloe Belle Sears, 8 lbs. 9 ozs., born on March 30 to Katie and Aaron Sears of Webster.

Anna Mae Packard, 7 lbs. 13 ozs., born on March 31 to Johanna Lauer and Jonathon Packard of Webster.

Levi Raymond Murphy, 9 lbs. 5 ozs., born on April 1 to Daria and Daniel Murphy of Frederic.

Adelina Joan Torres, 7 lbs. 12 ozs., born on April 3 to Rebecca and Francisco Torres of Osceola.

Hazel Ann Couture, 8 lbs. 3 ozs., born on April 4 to Taylor and Nathan Couture of Frederic.

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1,000 Books before Kindergarten graduates

The Amery Area Public Library has another happy graduate of the 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten program! Congratulations to Master Declan Benner, and a big shout out to Declan’s family for reading him 1,000+ books!

The Amery Area Public Library has another happy graduate of the 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten program! Congratulations to Miss Violet Densow, and a big shout out to Violet’s family for reading her 1,000+ books!

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AMERY AREA PUBLIC LIBRARY Storytime Join us for 30 minutes of interactive stories, songs, and more on Wednesdays at 10:00 AM. Each Storytime is followed by engaging early learning activities at 10:30 AM. No School Program Friday April 27th, 10:00 AM: Exotic Reptiles with Snake Discovery!

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.

‘Penny Wars’ raise $576.95 for Backpack Program Amery Middle School recently celebrated their annual Spring Fling week. During Spring Fling, the 6th, 7th and 8th grades are pitted against each other in Penny Wars to raise money for a good cause. This year, The Salvation Army Backpack Program was the recipient of the money raised. In one week, Amery

Middle School students brought in $576.95. The 7th graders may have received the points for winning during Spring Fling, but in this case, everyone is a winner. Thank you to all students who brought in their pennies.

Homeschool Club Second Friday of the month through April, 9:30 -11:30 AM Teen advisory board Open to 12-18 year olds, the Teen Advisory Board meets on the first Friday of each month, 3:30 PM 4:30 PM, to plan events, talk about books and more.

Book discussion group The Friends of the Library Book Discussion Group meets on the third Monday of the month at 1:30 PM. The title for April is The Tea Girl of Hummingbird Lane by Lisa See. Book sales The Friends of the Library Book Sale is held on the first Saturday of the month, 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM, and on the Thursday evening prior to the Saturday sale, 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM. Friends The Friends of the Amery Area Public Library Foundation meets on the third Monday of the month at 4:30 PM. Meetings are open to all members and to the public.

Check out the website Check out the library website at www.amerylibrary.org, or find us on Facebook at facebook.com/ amerylibrary.

Hours Library hours are Monday through Thursday 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM, Friday 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM, and Saturday 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Pictured are: front row (l to r) Rylee Thompson, Lily Weisenbeck, Derrick Chute, and Chad Sarsland. Back row: Angela Moulton--Salvation Army Backpack Program representative, Haley Pulkrabek, Kailey Nelson, Emily Braaten, Sebastian Gustafson, Brady Prindle and JoAnn Erickson-Middle School Penny Wars Coordinator.

ADRC Elderly Nutriton Program Please reserve your meals at least 24 hours in advance. A&H 715-635-7199, Amery 715-268-6818, Grantsburg 715463-2940, Milltown 715-825-5025, Siren 715-349-2845, Webster 715-866-5300 Meal sites are closed on Wednesdays unless otherwise specified. Menu subject to change without notice. Bread and milk offered with all meals.

Fred

Thursday, April 12: Chicken ala king w/vegetables, biscuit, carrots, fruit - cook’s choice.

Friday, April 13: Baked fish, baked potato, sour cream, Prince Charles vegetables, bread & butter, fruit - cook’s choice.

Monday, April 16: Ham, sweet potato, green bean casserole, roll with butter, fruit - cook’s choice.

Tuesday, April 17: Cook’s choice.

By: Larry Phillipson ©3-15-18

He was engaged in keeping communism down, The Viet Cong were as bad as could be found.

We would have wiped them from the map, If China hadn't stepped in to put on the cap.

Ho Chi Min thought he'd rule the world, Have his flag all over unfurled.

Fred didn't try to dodge the war, He joined up to even the score.

Fred's as good as he can be, Because he has always been nice to me.

He thinks I'm a hero because I was in World War Two, We both did our part for the Red, White and Blue.

Larry Phillipson is poet laureate of Amery, Wisconsin

Price County Office of Administration Price County has an opening for ACCOUNTANT I. This is a professional accounting position primarily involved in the development, maintenance, implementation and review of a variety of the County’s financial policies, records and systems including the County budget and all other matters of financial or accounting management. The employee is expected to be well versed in computerized accounting system software, and is expected to exercise independent judgment in managing accounting problems and carrying out fiduciary duties. Employee in this position is required to develop and maintain effective relationships with other county departments, other agencies and the public. This position reports to the County Administrator.

This is a full-time, non-represented, exempt position with an annual salary range of $55,494 to $64,875.

Preference will be given to candidates with education and experience in the target area. A full description of minimum requirements and application instructions can be found on the Price County website’s employment opportunities page at www.co.price.wi.us, emailing a request to hroffice@co.price.wi.us or calling 715-339-6404.

Completed applications must be received by the Office of Administration no later than 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday, May 2, 2018.

Price County is an equal opportunity employer.

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Price County is accepting applications for the position of Fleet and Facilities Superintendent within the Highway Department. This is an exempt, non-represented supervisory position responsible for fleet management, department safety program and OSHA compliance, general Highway Department building and grounds maintenance and employee supervision. This position is expected to be part of the on-call schedule and should expect to work nights, weekends and holidays especially during the Winter Maintenance season. This is a full time, benefit eligible position with an annual salary range of $46,862 - $54,787.

A full description of minimum requirements and application instructions can be found on the Price County website’s employment opportunities page at www.co.price.wi.us, emailing a request to hroffice@co.price.wi.us, or calling 715-339-6404.

Completed applications must be received by the Price County Office of Administration no later than 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday, April 25, 2018.

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There he has a room with a bed.

He is a veteran of Viet Nam, Proud to do his part for Uncle Sam.

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Erspamer recognized for client satisfaction The American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys has recognized the exceptional performance of Wisconsin's Personal Injury Attorney David M. Erspamer as Two Years 10 Best Personal Injury Attorneys for Client Satisfaction.

The American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys is a third-party attorney rating organization that publishes an annual list of the Top 10 Personal Injury attorneys in each state. Attorneys who are selected to the "10 Best" list must pass AIOPIA's rigorous selection process, which is based on client and/or peer nominations, thorough research and AIOPIA’s independent evaluation. AIOPIA's annual list was created to be used as a resource for clients during the attorney selection process.

One of the most significant aspects of the selection process involves attorneys' relationships and reputation among his or her clients. As clients should be an attorney's top priority, AIOPIA places the utmost emphasis on selecting lawyers who have achieved significant success in the field of Personal Injury law without sacrificing the service and support they provide. Selection criteria therefore focus on attorneys who demonstrate the highest standards of Client Satisfaction.

Running on Empty?

Avoid Caregiver Burnout!

Balsam Lake, WI-Are you caring for an ill spouse or older family member? Do you sometimes find yourself overwhelmed?

Are you unsure how to manage caregiving responsibilities and still tend to your own needs? You are NOT alone, caregiver stress and burnout IS real, and support IS available! Join the Aging and Disability Resource Center of Northwest Wisconsin for Powerful Tools for Caregivers, Tuesdays, April 24th-May 29th,

9-11am at the Polk County Government Center in Balsam Lake.

Powerful Tools for Caregivers is a 6 week evidence based workshop series for family members and family caregivers caring for an aging or disabled friend or family member. Family caregivers come in all forms from the son that checks in on mom and dad once a week, to the spouse providing full time direct care for her husband with Alzheimer’s.

This workshop gives these caregivers a

chance to learn and develop the skills needed to balance life with this added role of caregiver.

The interactive lessons, discussions, and brainstorming included in each session helps participants put the “tools” learned, into action in their life.

The cost is $10/person. Please contact Carrie Myers at the ADRC of Northwest Wisconsin for more information and to register at 877-485-2372. “This class saved my life.”— Previous participant

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St Croix Valley Orchestra spring concerts Monday, April 16, 7:00 p.m. Point Pleasant Heights, Chisago City, MN Friday, April 20, 7:00 p.m. Immanuel Lutheran Church, Almelund, MN Saturday, April 21, 7:00 p.m. Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, Amery, WI Brighten your spring with some great music!

The concert will feature classics by Mozart, Dvorak and Ippolitov-Ivanov, dances and selections from The Phantom of the Opera.

SELF HELP GROUPS Advance Directive Workshop. Who would make your healthcare decisions in the event you are unable to? How would this person know what decisions you would want made? Learn more about Advance Directives and how to complete them. Free Advance Directive Workshop will be held the first Wednesday of the month from 10-11 a.m. Wisconsin and Minnesota Advance Directives will be available. Call St. Croix Regional Medical Education Services at 715-483-0431 or 800-642-1336 ext. 2431 to register.

Alanon/Alateen (for family and friends of alcoholics) meets Thursday nights 7-8 p.m. at First Lutheran church, Amery. 715-268-8362.

Alcoholics Anonymous meets every Monday 7 p.m., Wednesday 10 a.m., 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 Hospital & Clinic, BirthDay Suites Waiting Room. Join at any time.

No charge.

The Baby Bistro: Breastfeeding Support Group.

This free support group encourages, helps and supports women before, during and after breastfeeding. Led by a certified breastfeeding counselor, who is also a registered nurse and a mother of four, attendees learn from, share with, and support other mothers who are breastfeeding. Pregnant women who are considering breastfeeding are strongly encouraged to attend. Every Wednesday from 9 to 10:30 a.m. at Amery Hospital & Clinic, Boardroom, 2nd floor. No fee, no registration required, just stop by.

Breast Feeding Support Group. All nursing mothers and babies are invited to participate. Group meets the second Thursday of the month from 10-11:30 a.m. and the fourth Thursday of the month from 6:30-8 p.m. at St. Croix Regional Medical Center. An International Board Certified Lactation Consultant will facilitate the group. Call 715-483-0431 or 800-642-1336 ext. 2431.

No charge.

C.H.A.D.D. (Children with Attention Deficit Disorder). Parent support group meets the fourth Monday of each month at Firstar Bank board room, Cumberland, 7 p.m. For info. call Pat Skinner at 715-822-8422 and leave message.

Cancer, Grief & Depression Support Group. A support group to allow people to talk about their experiences with cancer, grief and depression as well as share mutual support to one another. Second Tuesday of every month at Amery Area Community Center at 1 p.m. You can join at any time and it is free and open to the public.

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 Journey Church, 131 Broadway St., Amery, Mondays from 1:302:30 p.m. Contact Jen at 715-268-2223 with questions.

•New MIP for women with college aged children meets Tuesdays at 11 a.m. Contact Lanni Meagher 715-2685270.

MOPS and MOMsnext (Mothers of Preschoolers) is a group for moms and their kids. Every mom who is pregnant or has a childat home is welcome, accepted, and challenged to meet her potential.

Better moms make a better world! For more info go to clmops@hotmail.com.

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. We welcome all types of homeschooling families to check us out! PEPTalk activities happen throughout the month. For more information contact Jenn Dueholm, jenndueholm@yahoo.com or Wendy Dietrich, thedietrichs@amerytel.net. Like us on Facebook under PEPTalk.

Polk County Parent-To-Parent Coaliton, a network for parents of children from birth through adulthood who have disabilities or other special needs.

For more information about meetings and advocacy support, contact Lynne 715-472-2002.

PREGNANT. Need help? Our tests and help are free and confidential. 715-755-BABY (2229). Osceola Life Care Center.

Student Assistance Program is for students in the Amery school district who may be having personal or family problems. Strict confidentiality is followed except in cases of danger to self or others. Call 715-2680303 for middle school S.A.P. members or 715-2680214 for high school S.A.P. members.

TEENS—Talk before you run. Trained counselors will listen. 1-800-491-8336 or 715-235-8882.

TEENCARE. Where teens get help fast. 1-800-4918336.

TOPS Club meets Tuesdays 3:30-5 p.m. at the Balsam Lake Municipal Building (under the water tower), Balsam Lake. Contact Sheila 715-857-5892 or just come to a meeting. TOP’s mission is to support our members as they take off and keep off pounds sensibly.

Tutors: Free tutors are available to anyone who would like help studying for GED, English as a Second Language (ESL), or with basic skills in reading or math. Call 715-405-7323 to be matched with a local tutor.

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.

Yoga for Addiction Recovery group on Wednesdays at 7 p.m. at Anderson Hall Chapel at the Wapogasset Lutheran Bible Camp. The class combines the somatic approach of yoga with the cognitive approach of the 12-steps. Y12SR is open to anyone and everyone dealing with their own addictive behavior or affected by the addictive behavior of others.

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Amery students tour SunTuria Amery students visited Polk-Burnett Electric Cooperative today to see the new SunTuria Solar array and learn about power line safety. Co-op engineer Jarod Boerst taught a lesson about solar energy and showed how SunTuria Solar was constructed; the 1.25 MW array is the largest solar development in Polk and Burnett counties, and has more than 4,800 solar panels on 10 acres behind the co-op office in Centuria. Polk-Burnett linemen Max Waddell and Tom Horn shared a high-voltage power line safety demonstration and taught students to stay away from power lines because they are dangerous. For more about SunTuria Solar, visit polkburnett.com. Please call us if your school or community group would like a tour, 800-421-0283.

SCHOOL LUNCH MENUS

AMERY SCHOOLS Thursday, April 12— Breakfast in all buildings: Waffle or Warrior sandwich or cereal and cheese stick, fruit choices, fruit juice.

Lien elementary lunch: Homemade spaghetti, garlic toast, green beans, garden bar, fruit choices.

Intermediate & Middle school lunch: Homemade spaghetti, garlic toast, green beans.

High school lunch: Homemade spaghetti, garlic toast, green beans.

Friday, April 13— Breakfast in all buildings: Ultimate Breakfast Round or yogurt parfait or cereal and graham, fruit choices, fruit juice.

Lien elementary lunch: Pizza, corn, garden bar, fruit choices.

Intermediate & Middle school lunch: Pizza or grilled chicken sandwich, corn.

High school lunch: Pizza or grilled chicken sandwich, corn.

Monday, April 16— Breakfast in all buildings: Mini Cinnis or breakfast pizza or cereal and graham, fruit choices, fruit juice.

Lien elementary lunch: Corn dog, sweet potato waffle fries, baked beans, garden bar, fruit choices.

Intermediate & Middle school lunch: Chicken tenders w/dinner roll or corn dog, sweet potato waffle fries, baked beans.

High school lunch: Chicken tender wrap or corn dog, sweet potato waffle fries, baked beans.

Tuesday, April 17— Breakfast in all buildings: Bagel and cream cheese or Lumberjack or cereal and cheese stick, fruit choices, fruit juice.

Lien elementary lunch: Turkey & gravy w/biscuit, mashed potatoes, peas, garden bar, fruit choices.

Intermediate & Middle school lunch: Turkey & gravy or cheeseburger meatloaf, biscuit, mashed potatoes, peas.

High school lunch: Turkey & gravy or cheeseburger meatloaf, biscuit, mashed potatoes, peas.

Wednesday, April 18— Breakfast in all buildings: Breakfast egg wrap or assorted bread or cereal and graham, fruit choices, fruit juice.

Lien elementary lunch: Hot ham & cheese, tomato soup, garden bar, fruit choices.

Intermediate & Middle school lunch: Chicken parmesan or cold cut sandwich, Italian pasta salad, steamed vegetable.

High school lunch: Cheezy dippin’ bites or ham sandwich, tomato soup.

CLEAR LAKE SCHOOLS Thursday, April 12— Elementary breakfast: Breakfast cereal or donut holes, sausage links, fruit, fruit juice, milk.

Elementary lunch: Mandarin orange chicken or popcorn chicken, chow mein noodles, rice, green beans, carrots/dip, pineapple, strawberries, fortune cookie.

HS breakfast: Entree options: Cereal, cheese omelet, muffin, pancakes, Nutri Grain bar, yogurt parfait.

HS lunch: Mandarin orange chicken or chicken smackers, chow mein noodles, rice, green beans, carrots/dip, applesauce, pineapple, fortune cookie.

Friday, April 13— Elementary breakfast: Breakfast cereal or cinnamon roll, hard cooked egg, fruit juice, fruit, milk.

Elementary lunch: Cheese pizza or turkey & cheese wrap, vegetables with dip, grapes, slushie fruit cup.

HS breakfast: Entree options: Cereal, yogurt, “Gripz” graham crackers, cinnamon roll, Pop Tart, sausage links.

HS lunch: Cheese pizza or club wrap, steamed corn, garden salad bar, grapes, strawberries.

Monday, April 16— No School, Teacher inservice.

Tuesday, April 17—

Elementary breakfast: Breakfast or french toast sticks, sausage links, fruit juice, fruit, milk.

Elementary lunch: Turkey & gravy with biscuit or PB&J “Uncrustable,” mashed potatoes, steamed corn, craisins, applesauce.

HS breakfast: Entree options: Cereal, hard cooked egg, muffin, Pop Tart, donut holes, smoothie.

HS lunch: Turkey & gravy/biscuit or peanut butter sandwich, mashed potatoes, steamed carrots, sliced pears, craisins.

Wednesday, April 18— Elementary breakfast: Breakfast cereal or Mini Cinni, smoothie, fruit juice, fruit, milk.

Elementary lunch: Pulled pork or breaded chicken patty on a bun, curly fries, green beans, sliced peaches, fruit juice.

HS breakfast: Entree options: Cereal, yogurt, muffin, bagel with jelly, ham & cheese sandwich, “Gripz” graham crackers.

HS lunch: Breaded chicken patty or fish on a bun, green beans, ranch sweet potato fries or tater tots, juice, mandarin oranges.

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HOGWASH! Some say it was an act of God. Others claim it was a political conspiracy. Fair officials blamed it on a faulty latch.

Whatever the cause, it was exactly 12:17 p.m. on Wednesday, August 26, 1998, when no fewer than 11 full-sized, potentially prize-winning pigs escaped Livestock Barn B and stampeded straight toward the entrance to the Spring County Fair Pavilion.

Raymond Cooper, making a surprise live appearance at the fair to host “Renderings with Raymond,” was deeply engrossed in his opening monologue concerning the corruption of “so-called Mayor Dick Bland” and his “dirty” administration.

“I assure you,” Raymond shouted into his microphone while dozens of adoring fans looked on, “I am going to stand tall with the good folks of the Valley and clean up the mess that my alleged opponent has created!”

Then, bowing his head, his mouth almost touching the microphone, he continued, “And I want to express my humble gratitude to the Good Lord above, who has bestowed so many blessings upon my candidacy.”

The last thing anyone remembered hearing before the ensuing onslaught was Marvin Walsh shouting, “Amen!”

At least one observer later told Iris Long, editor of The Hometown News, it reminded her of a rushing flood. Still others compared it to a scene from Braveheart, when Mel Gibson, playing the role of William Wallace – a 13th-century Scottish warrior who led the Scots in the First War of Scottish Independence against King Edward – followed by a hoard of screaming warriors, attacked the British army with blazing precision.

Iris Long, on hand to photograph Mayor Bland greeting fair-goers as part of the opening festivities, could barely believe what she was seeing.

She seemed to be one of the few in the audience not surprised by Cooper’s appearance. It was just the type of thing she had come to expect from him.

In her five decades of journalistic experience, however, nothing had prepared her for what was taking place in front of her eyes.

As the crowd rushed away from the

path of the charging swine, Raymond Cooper could scarcely believe his own eyes. As if in a trance, he stood frozen as the sows moved ever closer.

The swarming pigs seemed to take aim at Raymond, as if guided by some external force. Charging closer still, they moved directly toward Cooper, knocking him to the ground in their stampede.

Not one to let an opportunity such as this escape, Mayor Bland quickly rushed over to Raymond, who was covered in dirt and hoofprints. Extending his hand to lift Cooper from the ground, the mayor paused momentarily.

“I knew that my opponent was skilled in slinging mud,” Bland bellowed. “But I had no idea he was so adept at wallowing in it.”

Iris focused her trusty Nikon at the two men: Cooper, still barely rising off the ground, and Bland, smiling giddily as he lifted Raymond to his feet.

We rarely saw Raymond Cooper dumbstruck in 1998. For a moment, though, those reassembled stood in silence, wondering if their champion was uncharacteristically at a loss for words.

Finally steady on his feet, Raymond spoke words only he could devise at such a moment. “I find it mighty interesting that my opponent just happened to be so close when those pigs were released from their secured pens.”

Bland started to respond, but Cooper cut him off.

“I also find it peculiar,” looking toward Iris Long, “that the principal representative of the elite media just happens to be here as well.”

Iris could barely believe her ears. He was doing it again. Raymond Cooper was going to convince his supporters this was planned all along by the powers and principalities aligned against him.

Turning to leave, Iris heard Beatrice Justice, standing behind her, mumble something.

“Matthew 7:6,” Beatrice said, then repeated, “Matthew 7:6.”

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Students artwork in Senator’s office Two Amery High School students will have the honor of having their art work displayed in Senator Patty Schachtner’s office in Madison. Sylvie Johnson (senior) and Joshua Bohn (junior) will have their artwork there until fall. Senator Schachtner presented each of them with a certificate. The Senator also took part in painting a bowl for the Amery Empty Bowls Event, which will take place on April 19 from 5-7. Pictured, left to right, are: Amery School District art teachers, Stephani Schimidt, Megan Peterson, and Renee Anderson (Empty Bowls Director) Joshua Bohn, Senator Patty Schachtner, Mr. James Kuchta, District Administrator, and Sylvie Johnson.

Polk County Deer Advisory Council to meet to determine final recommendations for the 2018 deer season

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Balsam Lake, Wis.— The public has a final opportunity to provide comments on antlerless deer harvest quota, permit level and season structure recommendations for Polk County.

The council will hold its final spring meeting on April 17 at 6PM, at Polk County Gov’t Center, 100 Polk County Plaza, Balsam Lake, Wi 54810. At this meeting, the council will receive additional public comments prior to developing final recommendations.

The council’s preliminary recommendations, formed during its March meeting, are available for review at dnr.wi.gov, keyword “CDAC,” by clicking “Find” and selecting Polk County.

Councils considered scientific data and public opinion when developing their preliminary recommendations.

The council has recommended a harvest quota of 6300, with 5300 private land and 1000 public land antlerless permits available to hunters.

The council also recommends offering 2 county-specific Farmland Zone antlerless permits with each license.

These recommendations are expected to maintain the county’s deer herd.

To develop its final recommendations, the council will consider online input and other public comments along with professional assessments from Department of Natural Resources wildlife biologists, foresters and law enforcement. The public may also comment at any time before April 12 by contacting a CDAC member (a list is available on the CDAC web page at dnr.wi.gov, keyword “CDAC”) or by emailing DNRCDACWebMail@ Wisconsin.gov.

Polk County’s final quota, permit level and season structure recommendations will be presented to the DNR following the April meeting, and will then advance to the Natural Resources Board for approval in May. Once approved, the recommendations will take effect for the 2018 deer hunting season.

Additional information on CDAC recommendations, agendas and membership is available at dnr.wi.gov, keyword “CDAC” or email DNRCDACWebMail@Wisconsin.gov with any questions.

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Wound Healing Center of Amery Hospital & Clinic recognized with National Award for Excellence in wound healing Amery, Wisc. – The Wound Healing Center of Amery Hospital & Clinic was recognized with a national award for wound healing excellence.

Physicians, leaders and clinicians from Amery Hospital & Clinic gathered on April 4th to celebrate the Robert A. Warriner III, M.D., Center of Excellence award, which was given to Wound Healing Center.

This Center has achieved patient satisfaction rates higher than 92 percent and a healing rate of at least 91 percent in less than 30 median days to heal, for a minimum of two consecutive years.

The Center was awarded this prestigious honor

by Healogics, the nation's largest provider of advanced wound care services. Out of 340 eligible Centers, 268 were honored with this award. The award is named for Dr. Robert A. Warriner III, a pioneer in wound care and the former Chief Medical Officer for Healogics.

Wound Healing Center Medical Director, Michael Melby, MD, said, “I am honored to be part of the collaborative effort between Amery Hospital & Clinic, the Wound Healing Center and Healogics. We strive to provide the highest quality of care using advanced practices.” Melby went on to say that because the center uses advanced methods and has a highly skilled team, patients are seeing successful outcomes. That means the Wound Healing Center is doing just that – healing wounds.

The Wound Healing Center is a member of the Healogics network of nearly 700 Wound Care Centers®, with access to benchmarking data and proven

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Physicians, staff and leaders were presented with the Robert A. Warriner III, M.D., Center of Excellence award on April 4, 2018. (front row) Wound Healing Center physicians and staff; (back row) Healogics and Amery Hospital & Clinic leaders

experience treating approximately 2.5 million chronic wounds. The Wound Healing Center offers highly specialized wound care to patients suffering from diabetic ulcers, pressure ulcers, infections and other chronic wounds which have not healed in a reasonable amount of time. Advanced treatments included negative pressure wound therapy, bio-engineered skin substitutes, hyperbaric oxygen therapy, biological and biosynthetic dressings and growth factor

ARNELL MEMORIAL HUMANE SOCIETY Marnie is a Sno-Lab Terrier Mix pup. She is five months old, full of piss and vinegar, kisses and cuddles. Marnie is a young pup with an outgoing personality,

Thursday, April 12th, 10:30 – 11:30 am Nature’s Story Time for Pre-schoolers and their Caregivers Story, Songs & Nature Activities, Come dressed for the Weather, Come dressed for Fun! Sat. April 21, 9:00-11:00 am Volunteer Conservationist Leader Training Invasive Plant Control Learn to identify invasive plants, their locations in the park and eradication methods. Meet at the Ice Age Center.

Sat. April 21, 1:00- 4:00pm Work-Play-Celebrate Earth Day Volunteers will help clear trees and branches from picnic & trail areas, staining and repair of picnic tables and invasive species removal. Wear long pants, boots and gloves. Individual and group efforts are all welcome! Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Meet at the Beach House.

Tuesday, April 24th, 6:30 pm Critters and Company, “7 Attitudes for Success” The Spring Gathering of Friends of WI Interstate Park have invited Greg Olson and his animals to present a thought-provoking performance for all caring people. Greg will blend storytelling and his critter’s attributes to highlight our potential to build a better world through character development, relationships and other aspects of our nature. Geared toward adults but appropriate for kids! You don’t want to miss it!

Come early! Seating is limited. The program is free but a WI State Park vehicle sticker is required and may be purchased in the Ice Age Center.

therapies.

Melby added, “Together, we’re able to heal patients who’ve had chronic wound problems for months, and sometimes even years. There’s no greater reward than seeing a patient completely heal. We share in their happiness because the wound that’s been holding them back - from living the life they want - is gone.”

ready to learn, play, enjoy the day. Take her to the beach or for a walk in the woods, she is sure to make the most of the adventure.

Marnie plays well with other dogs and is an eager student. She is smart and quick; she doesn’t miss a thing. Marnie’s coat is Sno-Lab White with Yellow Lab undertones. She has dark brown eyes and a black nose. The contrasting combination is adorable. Marnie is looking for an active home that will enjoy her zest for life.

It was a busy week at the Arnell shelter. Preparations for a video that will be promotion for giveBig St. Croix Valley, kept us hopping.

This year you will be able to visit the shelter and see the animals

in need of your help. Puppies playing, cats a cuddling, dogs a learnin’ and more about the shelter and services provided by Arnell, are featured in the video.

Be sure to check it out online at: giveBIGSCV.org.

The one day online giveBIG fundraiser, returns on April 24th. Not only is the giving event returning to Amery, Osceola, and St. Croix Falls but it is expanding to include New Richmond, Somerset and surrounding communities to make BIG things happen.

Although the event encourages giving to your favorite local non-profit organizations on April 24th, donations are being accepted in advance at giveBIGSCV. org. You can make your donation now and have it be included in the April 24th total for online giveBIG donations.

Adoptions were the next order of busi-ness. Six dogs and four cats found their new forever homes. Sibling brothers Steve and Edward will be going home together, as well as siblings Angela and Albert. These lucky pairings will be spoiled and pampered in new homes with room to run and play. We can’t wait for the updates that are sure to follow.

Jack Russell Terrier, Cody, was just what a senior couple was looking for. Their home was missing a cuddly canine after their senior Cocker Spaniel passed away. Cody is sure to keep them young. Chihuahua Milo will be warming laps wherever he sits.

Young pup Tillie, wire hair Clyde and smooth coat terrier Lyla, all found homes.

With the help of the Minnesota Schnauzer Rescue in Minneapolis, our special needs senior Schnauzer, Jinks, found a couple who were looking for him. This incredible couple enjoys the company of elderly pups in need of a comfy place to live out their days. After losing their 15 year old adopted Schnauzer, they knew they needed to find another. Our partnership with the Schnauzer Rescue advertised Jinks on their website and that was it. Jinks now has his own comfy bed and a buddy to help him find the way around the back yard.

Cats and kittens are available for adoption. Marble and Mikey are brother and sister, five months old. Felix, Finch and Finnegan are a trio of brothers, three months old. Two are Tuxedo Tabbies and Finnegan is Orange Tabby and White.

Brown Tabby Lap Cat Amelia and Declawed Orange and White Patty are patiently waiting their turn for a household in need of mature cats with manners. These two gals have been around the block and know how to behave.

They won’t be climbing the curtains or jumping on the table.

Amelia and Patty want to soak up the love.

Visit them all at Arnell Memorial Humane Society, 715 168-7387.

Online: ARNELLHUMANE.ORG and Facebook.

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Seventeenth Annual Spring Art Tour May 5, 6 The members of Earth Arts will be opening their studios, galleries and Tour Oasis for their 2018 Spring Art Tour held on Saturday and Sunday, May 5th and 6th, from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. each day. Many artists will also be open on Friday, May 4th noted by an * by their name, please check individual times that can be found in the online brochure at earthartswi.org.

Art lovers take a self-guided tour through the Upper St. Croix Valley visiting 33 Tour Stops with over 65 artists at Artist Studios and “Tour Oasis”. This is an opportunity to visit with the artists and take home some beautiful art. The Spring Art Tour is held annually on the first weekend of May and features unique, handmade artwork, artist demonstrations and conversations. Visitors will enjoy sculpture, watercolor, oil, acrylic & alcohol ink painting, pastel, photography, pottery, garden art, furniture, fiber art & stitchery, jewelry, clothing, mixed media, iron & metal art, collage and assemblage, feather art, soaps and body products.

Jim Williams will be giving a live demonstration of how he prepares molds and pours or casts molten aluminum on Saturday at 11am and Sunday at 2pm at The Red Iron Studio in Frederic, WI. Arts organizations will have guest artists with many different mediums. Visit with artists at The St. Croix Art Barn in Osceola, Festival Theatre and The Woodshop in St. Croix Falls, West Denmark Dane School in Luck, Frederic Arts in Frederic, One 10 Gallery in Frederic, Balsam Arts in Balsam Lake, Lamar Community Center in St. Croix Falls, Polk County Info Center in St. Croix Falls, artZ Gallery in Amery, The Hungry Turtle Institute in Amery, and The Community Gallery at Amery Medical Center.

Relax and refresh at one of the "Tour Oasis" stops, as you enjoy the art of Earth Arts member artists.

The Watershed Cafe is a great starting place with fresh breakfast and lunch menus, overlooking the Cascade Falls in Osceola. Enjoy a glass of wine at The Chateau St. Croix Winery, north of St. Croix Falls.

The Cafe' Wren in Luck is a popular stop for lunch, coffee and homemade goodies, patio seating, and sev-

eral favorite Earth Arts artists. The Farm Table Restaurant in Amery will be serving brunch and dinner.

Earth Arts organization brings together artists for the purposes of mutual support, networking, organizing and promoting special events. Earth Arts welcome all interested parties working in all artistic media Participating Artists: Julie Adams, Acrylic, Mixed Media, Assemblage; *Julie Arthur, Fiber, Weaving; *Doug Berg, Oil Painting; Craig Blacklock, Photography; *Chris Brylski, Wood Marquetry, Sculpture; Vivian Byl, Watercolor, Mixed Media; *Randee Carroll, Jewelry, Bath & Body, Tea; Sheila Courts, Jewelry; *Cindy Cutter, Photography; *Julie Crabtree, Fiber, Mixed Media, Painting; *Cynthia DeMar, Jewelry, Soaps, Mixed Media; *David DeMattia, Sculpture; *James Wilcox Dimmers, Acrylic Painting; *Catherine Dauphinais-Oba, Fused Glass; Patricia Duncan, Oil, Pastel; Barbara Fellrath, Alcohol Ink, Mixed Media; *Kristina Fjellman, Fiber Art, Jewelry; *La Rae Fjellman, Mixed Media, Jewelry; *Dan Flory, Bark Edge Wooden Bowls; *Wendy Frank, Copper; David Grossmann, Wooden Utensils; Bonnie Hagen, Watercolor, Mixed Media; *Brian Hall, Reclaimed Timer Furniture; Joyce Halvorson, Forged Steel, Copper, Wood; *Sister Kristine Haugen, Watercolor; *Win Herberg, Pottery; Priscilla Hill, Water Media; *Han Huisman, Mixed Media; Linda Iwaszko, Fiber; Margaret Johansen, Oil, Acrylic; *Barbara Jorgenson, Mushroom Spore Art; *Diane Keeler, Silver &

Woodland Owners Conference highlights wildlife, climate change and cost-sharing The Northwest Chapter of the Wisconsin Woodland Owners Association (WWOA) will hold its Annual Meeting and Conference on Saturday, April 21, 2018 at the Flat Creek Inn and Suites, 10290 Highway 27 in Hayward. Registration will start at 8:30 AM with the program beginning at 9:30, and finishing by 2:00 PM. Lunch will be available for $10. There is no other charge for the session and owners of woodlands of any size are welcome to attend, along with anyone interested in potential climate change effects on Wisconsin forests.

Jason Holmes, Bayfield County forester and member of the Wisconsin Initiative on Climate Change Impacts (WICCI) Forestry Working Group will be our keynote speaker. Potential effects on our forests and specific species, and options for your property management based on current science, will be the focus.

Want to learn more about Snapshot Wisconsin, a Citizen Science project about all kinds of wildlife? DNR Staff members from Madison will share photos collected and project updates.

Find out how you can participate by hosting a trail camera and/or classifying wildlife photos online.

Chapter member Tim Christopher owns property in Ashland County and has been successfully participating in both EQUIP and CSP programs with the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) of the USDA. Besides Tim describing his experiences with these cost-sharing programs, area NRCS staff will provide more information on applying for funding for your forest management plans and projects.

Chapter members Kent Makela and Randy Schacht will share stories and photos of their woodlands, including recovering from the destruction of the Siren tornado (Randy) and the family history of Finnish immigrants logging the land and how that tradition is carried on today (Kent).

Please RSVP to 715-354-3961 or rfreitag@uwalumni.com to get a lunch count. The mission of (WWOA) is to serve and advance the interests of woodland owners and to educate and acquaint owners in woodland stewardship practices and policies.

Metal Clay Jewelry; Judith Keppers, Pottery, Handwoven Rugs; *Jan Killian, Alcohol ink & Mixed Media; *Chrissy Kapp, Oil Painting; *Meg Luhrs & Leif Bjornson,Paintings,Pottery,Glass; *Amy Luesebrink, Photography; Jack & Karen Marchese, Illustration, Assemblage ; Kristan Martin, Hooked Rugs, Woolens; *Cynthia Nelson, Glasswork, Lamp work, Jewelry; *Kelly Nelson, Jewelry; *Paul Oman, Watercolor, Acrylic, Oil; *John Reed, Wood; *Michael Route, Iron Work; Tammy Seebach, Photography, Acrylics; *Mary Sicora, Fabric Eggs; *stace of spades, Gouache, Ink; *Joyce Staley, Oil, Jewelry; *Kelly St.Croix, Pottery, Beeswax Balms; *Deborah Stull-Kinsley, Watercolor; *Joe Supplee, Bark Edge Wooden Bowls; *Paul Supplee, Ceramics; Kay Thorsbakken, Watercolors, Oils; *Tin Cat Studio, Photography in Handmade Frames; *Jim Van Hoven, Windsor Chairs, Accessories; Barbara Young, Oil Painting, Fine Art; *Nancy Weiler, Chocolate; *Christy Wetzig, Ceramics; *Jim Williams, Contemporary Sculpture; *Joy Zasadny, Feather Art Galleries/Arts Organizations: *artZ Gallery; *Balsam Lake Arts; *Farm Table Foundation; *Festival Theatre; Frederic Arts Center; *Lamar Community Center; *My Alpaca Store; *One 10 Gallery; *Polk County Info Center; *St. Croix Festival Theatre; W. Denmark Dane School; *St. Croix Art Barn; *Amery Hospital & Clinic Tour Oasis: *Café Wren; *Chateau St. Croix Winery; *Farm Table Restaurant; *The Watershed Café

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Landowner Helpful Tip – Wild Chervil Removal re-sprout from root buds.

The plant can cause skin irritation so use caution and wear gloves when handling it.

Polk County, WI— Wild chervil (Anthriscus sylvestris) is a non-native plant that invades roadsides, open woods, fields, and pastures. It can grow from 3-6 feet in height and has grooved, hollow stems that are covered in soft hairs. The leaves of wild chervil are fern-like and alternately arranged along the stem of the plant.

Wild chervil is most easily distinguished by the umbrella-shaped clusters of small white flowers, which bloom from late May through early July (a good time to identify the species, since most of the look-alikes bloom in the summer).

This plant is in the carrot family and produces a thick taproot that can reach 6 feet in depth.

Wild chervil reproduces mainly by seed and can

If you only have a handful of plants, take care of them before they become a big problem: 1. Pull plants by hand and bag them on-site if seed is present. Dispose of plant material in a landfill to prevent the spread of seed.

2. Mow before seed is present. Repeated mowing is most effective.

Mow at least three times a year and for subsequent years.

If you have a larger patch, break the process down into smaller jobs so that you are not overwhelmed: 1. Foliar (leaf) herbicide treatment is the most cost-effective method of control, and should be spread over infested areas before seed is present. Follow product labels for mixing and application rate instructions.

2. According to a UW-Extension publication (A3924-23: Wild Chervil), foliar applications of herbicide are most effective when followed by shallow cultivation or tilling of the soil

one week after spraying.

Breaking up the root system of wild chervil increases the effectiveness of any herbicide treatment.

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you. For more information about the CWMA and invasive species, visit our website: http:// scrcinvasives.org/.

Contact: Polk County Land and Water Resources Department 715-485-8699 LWRD@co.polk.wi.us

If you did not receive a Community Education brochure in your mail, you can find a copy at all four schools, the public libraries, and online at www. amerysd.k12.wi.us. Pre-register for all classes through Amery Community Ed by calling 715-268-9771 x220 or online (www.amerysd.k12.wi.us) unless the class description indicates otherwise.

WI 1900-1920 ”Grandpa's World Will Never be the Same": Come with questions and to learn more about unusual characters and surprising events during this historical time period. Lots of photos, maps, and charts will be available to see. April 16 from 6:30-8 p. Fee $9 per person or $14 per family. Pre-register with Community Ed. Video Editing with Adobe Premiere Pro: We’ll cover trimming video, visual effects, transitions, underlying music, and stacking multiple videos together. Familiarity with computer operations is required.

April 17, 19 & 24 from 5:30-7:30 p.

WITC Fee $24.33 or Sr Fee (62+ as of 12/26/2017) $4.50. Pre-register with WITC: www.witc.edu or 1-800-243-9482 ext 4221. Class # 25504 Tumbling Warriors II For 3-4 year old boys and girls who want to learn the basics of gymnastics and have fun doing it! Gymnasts must be potty trained and able to leave their parent at the door. Class will focus on age-appropriate gymnastics/tumbling skills, following directions, taking turns and working independently at stations. April 19, 24, 26, May 1, 3 from 4-4:30 p. Fee $24.

Wild Mushrooms: Spring Edibles Learn to identify, harvest and prepare wild morel mushrooms and all forms

of true and false morels. We will also discuss Oyster and Pheasant's Back mushrooms and several edible spring plants. April 23 & 24 from 5:30-8:30 p.

WITC Fee $24.33 or Sr Fee (62+ as of 12/26/2017) $4.50. Pre-register with WITC: www.witc.edu or 1-800-243-9482 ext 4221. Class # 25493 Card Stamping Workshop: We will make six cards of 3 designs (graduation, humorous and mystery).

Everything is designed and pre-cut; you get to stamp and assemble. April 24 from 6-8 p. Fee $9 to Community Ed. Supply Fee $12 to pay at class.

Add'l cards $2 each. Adhesive for sale if you don't have your own.

AARP Driver Safety is designed to sharpen driving skills, prevent accidents, and keep older drivers on the road safely. It is strictly a classroom session - no actual driving. Some insurance companies give a discount for completing this class. Bring your AARP membership card for discount.

May 1 from 12:15-4:30 p at Amery Centennial Hall. AARP member fee $15, non-member $20. Pay fee at first class, but please pre-register at Centennial Hall, 715.268.6605.

Wisconsin Remembers: A Face for Every Name, is a traveling exhibit that features a photo for each of the 1,161 Wisconsinites officially listed on the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C. The exhibit also includes additional photos for names that are listed on The Highground Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Neillsville, WI. Wisconsin Remembers is a tribute to lost life and lost potential.

Open for viewing from April 16-26 during library hours: Mon-Thur from 9-7, Fri from 9-6 and Sat from 9-2.

Special addition: Members of the Amery VFW will be at the library exhibit with additional displays, artifacts and photos on Tuesday, April 17 from 4-7. Military honors with 3 volleys symbolizing a 21-gun salute at 6:30 pm

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American Cancer Society Frederic – Luck Sole Burner Walk/Run Kickoff Meeting Held Frederic-The kickoff meeting for the Frederic-Luck American Cancer Society (ACS) Sole Burner was held Friday, April 6th at 7:30 a.m. at Hacker’s Lanes.

Presenting sponsorship checks were Lorraine Ayd from Luck Clinic, Amery Hospital and Clinic, the Presenting Sponsor, Sandy Lundquist representing Frederic Clinic, St. Croix Reginal Medical Center, Jack Buecksler from Larsen Auto Center, and Colleen Draxler representing Avalon. Frandsen Bank and Trust is also a sponsor. Walk sponsors help defray the costs involved in a walk so that the money raised all goes to fight cancer.

Funds raised from the Sole Burner have helped the ACS save lives through expanding research, provide greater access to cancer information, support legislation to protect public health, provide access to health care, and offer programs and services to cancer patients and their families.

Brad Heltemes, Jenell and Ralph Britton are the honorary chairs this year. Brad is a four year brain cancer survivor, Jenell is a 20 year cervical cancer sur- Committee members vivor and Ralph is a five year stomach and colon survivor.

The 2018 walk will be held on Saturday, May 12, beginning at 9:15 a.m. Registration will be at the Frederic 6-12 School, from 8:00-9:00 a.m. This is the 2nd year for this location.

Registration forms for the walk and Tribute Flag forms are available at Larsen Auto Center, Bremer and US Bank, Frederic Pharmacy, Luck Library, Luck Clinic and the Luck Pharmacy. Online registration is at www.soleburner.org/fredericluck. Preregistration is $10 and is due by Wednesday, May 9, to Sole Burner of Frederic-Luck, N19W24350 Riverwood Drive, Waukesha WI 53188. Registration forms will also be available the day of the walk and will be $15.

Walkers may choose a 2, 3 or 5-mile route.

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Honor a cancer survivor or loved one by purchasing a Tribute Flag for $5. The flags will be displayed the day of the walk at the Frederic 6-12 School. Angels will be available for purchase for $1.00 and displayed on the flowering crab tree by the school entrance.

Refreshments will be available at the walk and top fundraisers will be recognized. Every walker that brings in at least $60 in pledges may choose to receive a Tee shirt.

Businesses will have an opportunity to purchase Signs of Hope for $35 that will be placed along the walk route with the name of the sponsoring business.

Sole Burner athletic shoes are also be available for purchase for $1 in various businesses in the Frederic and Luck area.

The athletic shoes have the name of the person who purchased it and are displayed in store windows or in the interior of the business. All funds raised from the Signs of Hope, Tribute Flags, athletic shoes, and the walk goes to the American Cancer Society.

The Frederic-Luck Sole Burner Committee urges you to participate the fight against cancer. Join your family, friends, and neighbors on Saturday, May 12, and enjoy the great out-of-doors and a healthy, fun activity. If you are unable to walk, please consider making a donation to a walker or purchasing a tribute flag in honor of a cancer survivor or in memory of a loved one who died of cancer. If you would like to make a donation, the checks should be made out to the American Cancer Society and may be sent to Elvira Schmidt, 3348 30th Street, Frederic, WI 54837. For further information on the walk contact Elvira at 715.653.2684.

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LA CROSSE, WI -- Western Technical College's Collegiate Distributive Education Club of America (DECA) chapter sent eight competitors to the Wisconsin State Career Leadership Conference held recently in Delevan, Wis. Representing Western was Nicholas Carlson of Amery. Each competition involves one of sixteen different business categories, including accounting, hotel and lodging, and event planning.

Every member of Western's team earned the right to compete in the International Career Development Conference (ICDC), which will be held in Washington D.C., later this month.

DECA is an international association of high school and college students, and teachers of marketing, management, and entrepreneurship in business, finance, hospitality, and marketing sales and service. The organization prepares leaders and entrepreneurs for careers and education in marketing, finance, hospitality, management, and other business areas. The Collegiate Division includes over 15,000 members in 275 colleges and universities.

Lenk performs with the Wisconsin Collegiate Honors Band RIPON, WI -- Lillian Lenk, Ripon College Class of 2018, from Amery, Wis., played the clarinet with the 2018 Wisconsin Collegiate Honors Band held Jan. 18 and 19 at University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire.

Lenk is majoring in English and a minor in Educational Studies at Ripon College. Lenk is the child of Kevin and Holly Lenk of Amery, Wis. .

Participating students are nominated by their college band directors, and they are chosen by a selection committee.

The event is sponsored by the Wisconsin Chapter of the National Band Association.

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Helen Mears Art Contest The Amery Woman’s Club welcomed students from the seventh and eighth grade, Amery Middle School, who participated in the annual Helen Mears Art Contest. This year they presented drawings and paintings as well as sculptures.

The winning entries in drawing/painting went to 1st Courtney Glenna, 2nd J. C. Wentz, 3rd Tori Greene and honorable mention to Brook Tulgren and Lana Belz. Winners in sculpture went to 1st Sidney Maier, 2nd Bridgett Madison, 3rd Grecia Hernandez Galan and honorable mention Jacob Young and Eden Hose. They will go on to the Northern Lights District Convention in Ashland on April 28th, and if there is a winner there it will go on to the GFWC Wisconsin State Convention in Milwaukee on May 5th.

Interfaith Caregivers receives $15,000 to match giveBig Donations “Two generous couples have given an extra $15,000 to Interfaith Caregivers as a challenge to our donors – our biggest match yet,” explains Karen Krupa, Director of Interfaith Caregivers.

When you give to Interfaith Caregivers now through April 24th your donation will be matched, dollar for dollar, up to $15,000. “This money will help us recruit and train more volunteers so that we can meet the increasing need for services to seniors and disabled adults who want to continue to live independently. We’ll be able to provide more rides, visits and help around the house.”

Rick is legally blind. He doesn’t see well enough to read his mail easily.

Volunteer, Jay, helps him read through and organize his mail. Rick also receives help with housekeeping every week. Also, we have a team of volunteers that drive Rick to dialysis in Siren three times a week. He requests rides to his medical appointments and to the chiropractor.

Your donations help recruit more volunteers to be matched with more people like Rick. “If I didn’t have Interfaith Caregivers I wouldn’t be able to live in my home. I’d be in a nursing home,”

says Rick.

GiveBIG St Croix Valley is a 24-hour giving event with the goal of raising money to benefit our communities.

Donors are encouraged to support one or more of the 65 non-profits that serve the St. Croix Valley. See a complete list of the participating organizations at www.givescv.org.

“I encourage everyone to get involved in giveBIG on April 24. There are 65 wonderful non-profits that need your help. I, of course, hope that Interfaith Caregivers is one of your favorites,” jokes Krupa. “All contributions stay within your community and help people close to you; your neighbors!”

You can donate during this event online at giveSCV.razoo.com/story/ interfaithpolk now through April 24.

Participating organizations can earn extra prize money when you donate online. If you don’t have a computer, you can write a check to Interfaith Caregivers of Polk County. Mail it to PO Box 65, Milltown, WI 54858.

To learn more about Interfaith Caregivers, go to https://www.interfaithpolk.org.

To learn more about giveBIG visit www.giveSCV.org

Thank you for stopping by our booth at the Amery Spring Show!

Duane Luehman of Slumberland enjoyed visiting with you

Congratulations to our $100 Gift Certificate Winner . . . Carol Larson

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Woodland Chorale Announces Spring Concerts

The eighth annual spring concerts of the regional singing group Woodland Chorale includes upcoming performances in Frederic and Balsam Lake. The first will be at Frederic High School at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, April 14, followed by a matinee performance at Unity High School at 2:30 p.m. on Sunday, April 15.

Conducted by Dr. Harry Johansen of Luck and accompanied by Christine Johansen, this talented 40-voice ensemble includes singers from throughout Polk and Burnett counties.

This theme of year’s program is titled “American Choral Masters” and includes well-known works by Aaron Copland, Randall Thompson, Leonard Bernstein, George Gershwin, and Stephen Sondheim along with spirituals and lesser-known pieces by more

recent stars of the choral scene.

An added feature of this year’s programs will be an interlude of American piano pieces Gershwin and Scott Joplin performed by Christine Johansen to celebrate the superb new concert hall and piano that have been added at the Unity School campus.

As in previous years, a free-will donation will be accepted at the door, with all proceeds donated to area public school music programs. In past years these donations have enriched student experiences by enabling the purchase of new equipment and music scores, and by helping students with tuition for attending summer music camps.

Refreshments will be served during the intermission. For more information call 715-472-4575.

Gandy Dancer/Earth Day Clean-Up April 22 POLK/BURNETT COUNTY—Celebrating the 50th anniversary of Earth Day and the 24th year of the Gandy Dancer State Trail, there will be an opportunity to kick off the summer hiking and biking season by helping with some maintenance.

Seasonal trash seems to collect nearest to the Villages along the trail, so this will be a good chance to spend a little time helping our area look good for the summer trail season, as well as celebrating Clear Lake, WI’s own Gaylord Nelson, who started Earth Day, 50 years ago, and left as his legacy the importance of preserving our environment.

Trash bags will be provided at the various meet-up spots, and the idea will be to go a mile or so each side of the Villages.

2018 State Trail Passes,

required for bike riders 16 and older, on State Trails will be available at a couple of the locations.

POLK COUNTY Meetup locations 1-3:00 p.m.

St. Croix Falls—Polk County Information Center Centuria—GD Rest Stop Building Milltown—Julia’s Java Luck—Café Wren Frederic—Soo Line Depot

Lewis—Sundown Saloon Parking Lot BURNETT COUNTY Meet-up location 1-3:00 p.m.

Cog and Sprocket Bike Shop—Main Street Rain (snow) day will be Saturday, April 28, same locations.

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Beaver Brook Badgers hold monthly meeting Pledges were led by Oman's and the roll call question what is your favorite thing about spring?

The treasurer's report was we have $1,922.09, there was no old business.

We moved on to new business fair books are out on April 24th and you and find them online at https://polkcountyfair.com/fair-book/.

Our May meeting will include roadside cleanup on JJ at 3 pm and a meeting at 5 pm. The June meeting is on June 4th and is at Dato’s and fair registration will be to and come prepared with ideas for the fair sign the theme is “What’s Grown.”

Cattail trail days is on June 2nd and we need a family to volunteer to serve ice cream. There where plenty of demonstrations Carter Nelsen did one on his pig project, Walter Montgomery did his on his gecko, Ulma Montgomery did hers on an origami turtle. Darby Trent did hers on her rabbit, Jason Hanson did his on wood burning, and Mariah Wallen did hers on softball. Finally, Chase Prindle did his on remote-controlled logo robotics, and remember to check your clover connections to find more information.

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Our Annual High School Spring Sports Section is included in this issue of the Amery Free Press

Johnson Ford of New Richmond family enjoyed seeing you at the Amery Spring Show Thank you to everyone who helped raise $1340 for the Amery Area Food Pantry by test driving a Ford. We had 67 test drives.

We look forward to doing this again next year!

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Successful Spring show, looking for Spring, Spring Sports Section included in this issue Here we are getting close to the middle of April, and we still have snowbanks in the yards, with more snow forecasted…what in the world is going on? I feel like I am Pounding partially responsible for the ongoing snow. the I am guilty of having Pavement a couple snowmen decorations still up in Pam Humpal my house. I promise my mission is to get the snowmen tucked away in the closet for another year as soon as I can. So if you have any snowmen still in your home please do your part and get them put away!

Thank You to everyone for helping make the 15th Annual Amery Spring Show a great event. It’s always fun to work with the participating businesses, and visit with the showgoers. And as many of you know, I like to visit. As you can see in the attached photo, I am pictured with four of my favorite visitors at the show…my very cute grandsons.

Thanks to the generosity of the showgoers, we were able to present $539 and 16 boxes of food to the Amery Area Food Pantry through the admission donations.

Congratulations to the winners of the various drawings held during the show.

Thank you to the businesses for joining the fun at the Spring Show with your great displays, give-aways, activities, drawings, promotions, etc. Also, thank you to Bill Zager for sharing info on

the state trails and parks, and to Larry Loverude for presenting on how to make maple syrup. And thank you to the Amery Hockey Association for having a great facility to host the annual Spring Show. Remember, THINK SPRING! Included in this issue is a special Spring Sports section featuring high school athletes from Amery, Clayton and Clear Lake. Hopefully the weather cooperates and the teams can start their season in the near future. The schedules can be found in the section but the best way to get updated dates would be to check the school’s website.

Thank you to the coaches, athletic directors, athletes, and school personnel for your assistance with the AFP Annual Spring Sports section. Good Luck with your season!

Next week the Amery Free Press will publish our annual Spring Section with ways to prepare for the change in season and also ways to enjoy the upcoming months. Area businesses who would like to be a part of this special section should please give me a call today at 715-2688101. Deadline is Wednesday, April 11.

adees, Finches, Nuthatches, and even the Pileated Woodpeckers. Yesterday I got a picture of one of the big boys feasting on the suet, and this one isn’t even the biggest one we have.

Happy Birthday this week to my brother-in-law, Marv, on April 12, and to my niece, Julie, on April 13 (let’s just say she will be cruising over a hill with this one). Enjoy your special days!

Happy 16th Anniversary to my niece and nephew-in-law, Jeri and Kelly, on April 13. Have a fun anniversary!

You probably have heard about the tragic bus accident involving the Humboldt Broncos Hockey team from Canada…very, very sad. In memory of those that were killed, and in honor of the survivors, they are asking families to place a hockey stick on your front porch, and wear a hockey jersey to work and school on Thursday, April 12.

Have a great week, and do something each day that makes you smile!

On our front porch we have a suet feeder and a bird feeder with sunflower seeds which is almost a full time job to keep it filled. We have really enjoyed watching all the different kinds of birds-Cardinals, Blue Jays, Woodpeckers, Chick-

Polk County Special Olympics participated in State Competition

Polk County Skills Basketball Competition The Polk County Skills players recently competed in Neenah.

Devin Orton received 3rd place.

Tori Niles received 5th place.

Allen Boe received 7th place.

Katherine Schuler received 2nd place.

State Champions The Polk County Cougars played three games in Oshkosh and are now the Wisconsin State Champions in their division. They were awarded Gold medals. Left to right: Dawn Hughes from Amery, Coach Dianne Miller, Jarvis Warwas from Frederic, Brianna Paulson from Clear Lake, Makinzie Miller from Osceola, Kayson Johnson from Clayton, Kelly McDaniel from Osceola, Oscar Rausch from Osceola, Joe Stauner from Deer Park.

Alex Hanson received a participation ribbon.

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Positions Available SCHOOL DISTRICT OF AMERY

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PHS, provider of residential services to adults with intellectual disabilities is currently hiring for full and part-time direct support professionals to work in our group homes in North Branch.

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Editor The Amery Free Press is seeking a writer to tell compelling stories about our community. The editor is the primary generator of news for our print and online editions. If you can see beyond the obvious, spot the little things that make our community special and share them with our readers, we may have the ideal job for you.

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Returning Letter Winners for Boys Track Back row, left to right: Croix Hughes, Kincaid Hughes, Sean Singh, Joe Espeseth, Conner Schramski. Front row: Brandtsen Laursen, Ed Garcia, Isaac Pearson, Josh Levra.

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Returning Letter Winners for Girls Softball Back row, left to right: Maggie Rosen, Rayne Vangsness, Julianna Rosen, Megan Zimmer, Kate Peterson. Front row: Madeline Anderson, Madison Zimmer, Kenedi Brenne, Sam Haley, Kaylee Madison. Missing Jalyn Bad Horse

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Clear Lake Girls Track Back row, left to right: Molly Peterson, Gina Strenke, Montana Niles, Gabby Loenser, Aubree Schramski, Jazzy Christiansen, Lizzy Grahovac.

Front row, left to right: Abby Keller, Clara Pearson, Aleena Krueger, Natalie Kreier, Taylor Atkins, Rachel Sanftner.

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Improvement is the primary focus of the Clear Lake girls track and field team in 2018. Whether it’s times on the track or heights and distances in the field events, Coach Jennifer Munson says that is the key to getting more of her girls through regional and section-

als to state.

“We have a great group of girls this year again, and even though we have a small team, we have a good split between sprints and distance with almost everyone interested in field events,” Munson said. “So we are able to capture most of the events.”

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sixth at the conference meet and repeated that finish at regionals.

Returning letterwnners include seniors Montana Niles, Gina Strenke and Clara Pearson, and juniors Aleena Kruger, Gabby Loenser, Jazzy Christiansen and Aubree Schramski. Sophomore Natalie Krier is also expected to show some leadership this season.

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Niles was a sectional qualifier last season in the 800-meter run while Krier qualified for sectionals in the 1,600-meter run. Pearson did the same in the 3,200-meter run - as did Christiansen in the discus.

Also qualifing for sectionals in 2017 were the 4x200, 4x400 and 4x800-meter relay teams.

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Clear Lake Boys Track Back row, left to right: Kincaid Hughes, Croix Hughes, Sean Singh, Brandtsen Laursen, Joe E speseth, Conner Schramski.

Middle row: Mason Krueger, Jared Fitz, Ed Garcia, Isaac Pearson, Garret Anderson, Lucas Hawkins.

Front row: Alix Logan, Adam Loenser, John Pearson, Josh Levra, Ivan Ruble. Missing: Wyatt Hase

Strong senior class to guide Clear Lake boys

BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER

The Clear Lake boys track and field team will be loaded with veteran talent this season, with 10 junior and senior returning letterwinners.

Among those 10 are sectional qualifiers Conner Schramski (100/200), Kincaid Hughes (3,200), Sean Singh (110 hurdles), Josh Levra (long jump) and Wyatt Hase (triple jump). Also qualifying for sectionals last season were

the 4x100, 4x200 and 4x800-meter relay teams. Schramski added an appearance at the state meet last season in the 200-meter dash and has set a goal of a return trip to La Crosse again this season.

"We have six seniors on the team this year, and I'm looking forward to them being able to be our leaders, as well as bringing their experience and talent to the team," said Coach Kent Hughes.

Four of those seniors are returning letterwinners - Levra, Schramski, Singh

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Hughes is also excited to see the contributions of a quality group of juniors and sophomores. Among that group are returning letterwinning juniors Joe Espeseth, Croix Hughes, Kincaid Hughes, Brandtsen Laursen, Ed Carcia and Isaac Pearson.

"We only have three freshmen on the team this year," he added. "But all of them come in with a lot of potential, and I'm looking forward to seeing where they can contribute."

Unity, Webster and St. Croix Falls are the conference teams to beat.

"If we continue to work hard, stay healthy and peak at the end of the season, we have a very good chance to have an improved team finish at the conference meet, coach Hughes said.

"My hope is to again have several individuals and relay teams advance to the sectional meet, and if we are fortunate, some state qualifiers as well.

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Clear Lake Girls Softball Back row, left to right: Hannah Monson, Madison Zimmer, Rayne Vangsness, Julianna Rosen, Megan Zimmer, Julia McIntire.

Middle row: Madeline Anderson, Maggie Rosen, Kenedi Brenne, Kate Petersen, Morgan Johnson.

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Clear Lake softball returns veteran squad

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After finishing 7-5 in the 2017 season, Clear Lake's softball team is looking to pick up a regional win and move its way to one of the top spots in the

conference, according to coach Ann Miner.

"Our strength is our returning starting pitcher, Madison Zimmer, and the return of all but one starter from last year," Miner said, noting that will be a major advantage due to the

snow and cold preventing the season from getting started in a timely fashion.

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"Megan Zimmer is a strong leader, always talking positive during practices," Coach Miner says.

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Clear Lake Boys Baseball Back row, left to right: Colton Stahl, Ryan Hayden, Tucker Bell, Austin Anderson, Noah Wieczorek, Bailey Blanchard, Hunter Levy, Jack Peper.

Middle row: Michael Lillie, Angel Guillen, Jackson Fuller, Nick Sempf, Alex St. John, Gabe Colbeth.

Front row: Cal Rosen, Daymond Bad Horse, Brett Benson, Ethan Kirk, Alex Burbach, Marshall Cain. Missing: Christian Roth

Clear Lake baseball aims to build on past successes

BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER

Coming off an undefeated East Lakeland Conference season and regional final appearance a year ago, the Clear Lake baseball team is looking to do big things again in 2018.

"Our goals this year are to repeat as conference champs and advance farther in the playoffs," said Clear Lake Coach Ryan Blanchard. "With the success in football, wrestling and basketball so far this

year, the boys are hungry to continue that into the baseball season."

The Warriors had potential to return seven all-conference players from that 2017 squad, including Daymond Bad Horse, Austin Anderson, Noah Wieczorek, Hunter Levy, Nick Sempf and Bailey Blanchard.

Unfortunately the final returning all-conference - and all-region - player, Cal Rosen, will miss the season due to an injury suffered during basketball.

"That is a huge blow to our team this year and will cause players to have to step up and fill in some big shoes on the mound and at the plate," Coach Blanchard said.

Fortunately newcomers Gabe Colbeth and Marshal Cain will add to the team depth. With that being said, Warrior fans will likely see some experimentation in lineups as the squad puts its pieces together on defense.

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game to improve on our finish last year," Coach Blanchard said. "The teams that can pitch and play defense can go a long ways during tournament time."

Guiding the team will be all-region outfielder Levy and all-region pitcher Anderson.

Bad Horse will share a bulk the pitching duties, but Coach Blanchard is still looking to some younger pitchers to provide some relief for the 24game schedule.

"Nick Sempf is one of the better catchers in the area

and controls the defense from behind the plate," Coach Blanchard said.

Look for Wieczorek and Levy to provide the offensive firepower again this year.

Aiming to steal the conference title this season are Bruce, Flambeau and Prairie Farm.

"We will rely on our six seniors to lead the team," Coach Blanchard said.

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Clear Lake Golf Back row, left to right: Will Fitzer, Drew Niles, Ryan Anderson, Hunter Brenne, Carter Wienke, Eddie Monette.

Front row: Drew Wienke, Vada Tulgren, Camryn Lillie, Peyton Lillie, Jackson Steinberger.

Clear Lake golfer's poised to climb in standings

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Coming off a roller coaster 2017 season, the Clear Lake boys' golf team's three returning two-year letterwinners are pushing to lift the Warriors to a second place conference finish in 2018.

Last season, the Warriors appeared to have third place wrapped up but slipped a spot late in the season and wound up in fourth place. Then, in postseason play, they missed a team

sectional appearance by three shots.

Fortunately Hunter Brenne still managed to qualify for sectionals individually and returns as a senior captain for 2018. Joining him are fellow veteran letterwinners, seniors Ryan Anderson and Carter Wienke.

"They have improved every year and look to make a good push to win second in conference play," said Clear Lake Coach Rob Erickson.

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"These five men should take us to a great season," Coach Erickson said.

"The seniors have good leadership and the sophomores put the time in last summer, playing all summer."

"We have some new talent out this year, as well as three girls that could challenge the varsity to play their best or lose a spot," Coach Erickson added.

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Steinberger.

Returning state qualifier Luck/Fredrick remains the team to beat in conference play as it returns the majority of its roster.

Without a clear No. 1 golfer, Clear Lake will need to rely on team consistency to compete for that No. 2 spot in the conference standings.

"We have five solid golfers that will work hard and not give up," Coach Erickson said.

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BOYS BASEBALL REMAINING VARSITY GAMES: Thursday, April 12: 5 p.m. Flambeau at Clear Lake Monday, April 16: 5 p.m. Clear Lake at Bruce Friday, April 20: 5 p.m. Clayton/Turtle Lake at Clear Lake Monday, April 23: 5 p.m. Prairie Farm at Clear Lake Tuesday, April 24: 5 p.m. Clear Lake at Birchwood Thursday, April 26: 5 p.m. Clear Lake at Cameron Friday, April 26: 5 p.m. Webster at Clear Lake Monday, April 30: 5 p.m. Clear Lake at Northwood Tuesday, May 1: 5 p.m. Luck/Frederic at Clear Lake Thursday, May 3: 5 p.m. Clear Lake at Holcombe/Cornell Friday, May 4: 5 p.m. Winter at Clear Lake Tuesday, May 8: 5 p.m. Bruce at Clear Lake Friday, May 11: 5 p.m. Unity at Clear Lake Monday, May 14: 5 p.m. Clear Lake at Prairie Farm Tuesday, May 15: 5 p.m. Birchwood at Clear Lake Thursday, May 17: 4:30 p.m. Cameron at Clear Lake Friday, May 18: 5 p.m. Baldwin-Woodville at Clear Lake Tuesday, May 22: 5 p.m. Northwood at Clear Lake

BOYS GOLF REMAINING MATCHES: Thursday, April 12: Match at Clear Lake Golf Course Clear Lake vs. Frederic/Luck, Grantsburg, St. Croix Falls, Unity, Webster (Alternate date is April 16) Tuesday, April 17: 4 p.m. Match at Grantsburg Golf Course Clear Lake vs. Grantsburg, Frederic/Luck, St. Croix Falls, Unity, Webster Thursday, April 19: 4 p.m. Match at Voyager Village Clear Lake vs. Webster, Frederic/Luck, Grantsburg, St. Croix Falls, Unity Tuesday, April 24: Match hosted by Unity Clear Lake vs. Unity, Frederic/Luck, Grantsburg, St. Croix Falls, Webster Thursday, April 26: Match at Frederic Golf Course Clear Lake vs. Frederic/Luck, Grantsburg, St. Croix Falls, Unity, Webster Tuesday, May 1: Match at Krooked Kreek Golf Course Clear Lake vs. St. Croix Falls, Frederic/Luck, Grantsburg, Unity, Webster Thursday, May 3: Match at Clear Lake Golf Course Clear Lake vs. Frederic/Luck, Grantsburg, St. Croix Falls, Unity, Webster Monday, May 7: 4 p.m. at Grantsburg Public Golf Course Clear Lake vs. Grantsburg, Frederic/Luck, St. Croix Falls, Unity, Webster Saturday, May 12: 9 a.m. Invitational at Spring Valley Golf Course Clear Lake vs. Spring Valley, Baldwin-Woodville, Osceola, Ellsworth, Prescott, Luck, Cameron, Cadott, Colfax, Elk Mound, St. Croix Central, Glenwood City, Somerset, Cochrane-Fountain City, Eleva-Strum Monday, May 14: Match at Frederic Golf Course Clear Lake vs. Frederic/Luck, Grantsburg, St. Croix Falls, Unity, Webster Thursday, May 17: Conference Tournament at Turtleback Golf Course, Rice Lake Clear Lake vs. Birchwood, Bruce, Cameron, Cornell/Lake Holcombe, Flambeau, Frederic/Luck, Grantsburg, St. Croix Falls, Turtle Lake, Unity, Webster, Winter

GIRLS SOFTBALL REMAINING GAMES: Thursday, April 12: 5 p.m. Flambeau at Clear Lake Saturday, April 14: 10 a.m. Tournament at Shell Lake Clear Lake vs. Shell Lake, Ashland, Drummond, Prentice, South Shore Monday, April 16: 5 p.m. Clear Lake at Bruce Friday, April 20: 5 p.m. Clayton/Turtle Lake at Clear Lake Monday, April 23: 5 p.m. Prairie Farm at Clear Lake Tuesday, April 24: 5 p.m. Clear Lake at Birchwood Monday, April 30: 5 p.m. Clear Lake at Northwood Tuesday, May 1: 5 p.m. Frederic/Luck at Clear Lake Thursday, May 3: 5 p.m. Clear Lake vs. Holcombe/Cornell in Cornell Friday, May 4: 5 p.m. Boyceville at Clear Lake Tuesday, May 8: 5 p.m. Bruce at Clear Lake Friday, May 11: 5 p.m. Clear Lake at Flambeau Saturday, May 12: 9 a.m. Triangular at Elmwood Clear Lake vs. Elmwood/Plum City, Prescott Monday, May 14: 5 p.m. Clear Lake at Prairie Farm Tuesday, May 15: 5 p.m. Birchwood at Clear Lake Friday, May 18: 5 p.m. Northwood at Clear Lake

BOYS AND GIRLS TRACK Tuesday, April 10: 4:30 p.m. Invitational at Baldwin-Woodville Clear Lake vs. Baldwin-Woodville, Ellsworth, Somerset, Hayward, Bloomer, Boyceville, Eau Claire Regis, Glenwood City, Spring Valley, Elmwood/Plum City, La Courte Oreilles Ojibwe, Somerset, Spring Valley Thursday, April 12: 4:30 p.m. Clear Lake at Siren Tuesday, April 17: 4:15 p.m. Invitational at Clear Lake Clear Lake vs. Amery, Cumberland, Frederic, Glenwood City, Grantsburg, New Auburn, Prairie Farm, Siren, Spring Valley, Turtle Lake/Clayton, Webster Friday, April 20: 4 p.m. Meet in Amery Clear Lake vs. Amery, Barron Area Schools, Cameron, Chetek-Weyerhaeuser Tuesday, April 24: 4:30 p.m. Invitational at Baldwin-Woodville Clear Lake vs. Baldwin-Woodville, Amery, Osceola, Prescott, Grantsburg, Elk Mound, St. Croix Central, Elmwood/Plum City Monday, April 30: 4:30 p.m. Meet at Unity Clear Lake vs. Unity, New Auburn, Prairie Farm, St. Croix Falls, Siren, Turtle Lake, Webster Tuesday, May 1: 3:45 p.m. Meet in Amery Clear Lake vs. Amery, Baldwin-Woodville, Osceola, Ellsworth, Prescott, Somerset, Barron Area Schools, Spooner, Frederic, Turtle Lake, Boyceville, Lac Courte Oreilles, St. Croix Central, St. Croix Falls, Prairie Farm, Glenwood City Thursday, May 3: 4:15 p.m. Invitational at Webster Clear Lake vs. Webster, Frederic/Luck, Grantsburg, Prairie Farm, St. Croix Falls, Shell Lake, Turtle Lake/Clayton, Unity, Valley Christian Tuesday, May 8: 4 p.m. Invitational at Colfax Clear Lake vs. Colfax, Altoona, Frederic, Flambeau, Turtle Lake, Cadott, Cumberland, Elk Mound, Elmwood, New Auburn, St. Croix Falls, Thorp, Winter, Prairie Farm, Glenwood City, Spring Valley, Lake Holcombe Thursday, May 10: 4 p.m. Invitational at Boyceville Clear Lake vs. Boyceville, Elmwood, Lake Holcombe, Prairie Farm, Spring Valley, Turtle Lake Tuesday, May 15: 3:45 p.m. Conference meet at Frederic Clear Lake vs. Frederic/Luck, Grantsburg, St. Croix Falls, Siren, Turtle Lake/Clayton, Unity, Webster

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Returning Letter Winners for Boys Tennis Left to right: Ethan Mork, Noah Rademaker, Tommy Oman, Daniel Marquand.

Missing: Mitchell Kastanek

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Returning Letter Winners for Girls Softball Back row, left to right: MacKenzie Mike, Autumn Rivard, Ella Schmidt, Julia Engebretson, Abby Schmidt, Madelyn Granica. Front row: Maddie Gates, Myah Carlson, Rachel Fouks.

Missing: Alyssa Koehler.

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Returning Letter Winners for Girls and Boys Track Back row, left to right: Gus Wentz, Dylan Thomsen. Middle row: Mason Bosley, Levi Ingham, Dylan Eiynck, Lydia Monson, Jenesis Gustafson, Amanda Edwards, Jude Ingham.

Front row: Lance Waalen, Galen Coy, Tyler Reichert, Devan Nelson, Luis Rapalo.

Missing: James Baillargeon, Grace Grimm, Shane Jonns, Zoey Matthews, Lexa Corrigan, Addie Dietrich, Cheyenne Edwards, Solomon Fredrick, Mary Johnson, Marlee Dietrich.

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Back row, left to right: Dylan Clausen, Camden Smith, Ryan Van Blaricom, Grady Martin, Conner Engebretson. Front row: Pake Brown, Sam Fornengo, Brett Forrest.

Missing: Hunter Kuhn

Back row, left to right: Mikayla Peterson, Olivia Peterson, Essie Whitehead, Jaden Ruud, Libby Braaten. Front row: Alexa Dieckman, Abby Braaten, Olivia Braaten, Emma Bottolfson.

Missing: Cami White, Michaela Erickson, Grace Brown, Alexis Beese, Addie Tollakson.

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Amery Girls Softball Back row, left to right: Belle Meyer, MacKenzie Mike, Autumn Rivard, Ella Schmidt, Julia Engebretson, Abby Schmidt, Madelyn Granica.

Front row: Maddie Gates, Myah Carlson, Rachel Fouks. Missing: Alyssa Koehler, Drew Meyer.

Playoff focus begins now for Amery softball

BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER

Amery's 2018 softball team will be led by brains and brawn as it makes its switch from Division 2 to Division 3 and puts its primary focus on reaching the regional finals.

Last year, the Warriors lost in the second round of the playoffs to sectional finalist Baldwin-Woodville to wrap up a 9-14 season (3-11 in the Middle Border Conference).

With the return of MBC scholar athlete Alyssa Koehler,

first team all-conference player Myah Carlson and honorable mention all-conference player Madelyn Granica, the Warriors will have strong foundation on which to build.

Carlson hit at a .513 clip last year, tying her for the third best batting average in the conference. Granica carried a .300 batting average in conference play and .406 overall while leading the team in stolen bases with 18.

Other returning letterwinners include: Rachel Fouks, Maddie Gates, Abby Schmidt,

Autumn Rivard, Ella Schmidt, Julia Engebretson and MacKenzie Mike.

"The playoffs are our team focus this year," said Amery Coach Tara Rose. "We want to treat our regular season more like a pre-season to prepare us for the playoffs."

With that being said, they are not discarding the importance of success in the conference as the Warriors are aiming for a top-half MBC finish.

Coach Rose said it is important to improve throughout the season so they can play their

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"I have a terrific group of competitive and talented returners who worked very hard in the off season," Coach Rose said. "Along with my returners, I have an incoming group of freshmen who will add more talent and competitiveness to the group. I'm extremely excited to see what this group of girls can do this year."

Baldwin-Woodville is the pre-season favorite to claim the MBC crown with Prescott and Ellsworth in hot pursuit.

"Last year, we lost to Baldwin, 6-3, which was a good game for us, and we beat Prescott, 10-9," Rose said. "I believe we will compete with these teams this year, and probably surprise a few of the top teams. ... I'm excited to see who steps up into the leadership roles as the season begins.

I want to do my best to provide opportunities for these girls to lead and take ownership of their team."

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Amery Boys Golf Left to right: Fletcher Kjeseth, Ridge Sigsworth, Tyler Peterson.

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It’s a new beginning for the Amery boys golf team.

The team has a new head coach, Bryan Melberg, and a small roster with big ambitions.

Tyler Peterson, Parker Griffin, Jackson Henningsgard, Fletcher Kjeseth, Noah Ward and Ridge Sigsworth are members of this year’s team.

Competing for the conference title is the goal for the season, according to Coach Melberg.

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Amery Boys Baseball Back row, left to right: Dylan Clausen, Pake Brown, Camden Smith, Ryan Van Blaricom, Grady Martin, Connor Engebretson, McAdam Smith.

Front row: Lance Hiltner, Sam Fornengo, Alec Stern, Jeremiah Sillman, Brett Forrest.

Missing: Jack Alton, Nicholas Bush, Chase Jonns, Max Kempf, Mike Kurschinski, Hunter Kuhn, Sam Otto, Asher Page, Zach Silvis, Zach Sobczak, Jack Springett, Keaton Tollakson.

Warriors searching for marquee pitcher

BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER

Amery baseball coach Jeremiah Fisk is planning to build depth among his pitching staff in 2018 while looking for a standout leader to help the Warriors improve on a 6-15 2017 season in which his team won just four Middle Border Conference Games.

"We want to allow more athletes to pitch in many games," Fisk said. "We have the majority of the starting lineup

back this year. Our team seems to be showing some signs of a strong defensive team, and some surprising offense.

The weakness right now would be not having one dominant pitcher to spearhead our pitching staff."

Included among the returning starters is all-conference player Ryan Van Blaricom, who hit at a .406 clip and tallied 11 RBI and 11 runs scored.

Brett Forrest had a .285 batting average, scored 17 runs and was walked 15 times in last season's honorable men-

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Coach Fisk is hoping that experience and some improved pitching will lead his time to a mid- to upper-level conference finish.

Other returners include Connor Engebretson, Sam Fornengo, Hunter Kuhn, Pake Brown, Camden Smith, Grady Martin and Dylan Clausen.

"All of these players will have a huge impact on our season," Fisk said. 'They are all one year older, and I can see improvement in all of them from the

offseason. Most, if not all, of these athletes will see time on the mound."

Adding depth to the team are outfielder Jeremiah Sillman, pitcher and utility player Max Kempf, pitcher and outfielder Alec Stern, infielder Mac Smith and outfielder Lance Hiltner.

Prescott, Ellsworth, New Richmond and Baldwin are all expected to be solid contenders for the conference crown this season.

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Amery Boys Tennis Back row, left to right: Ethan Mork, Derek Rademaker, Kenny Lepak, Max Johnsoin, Joe Marquand, Luke Kjeseth.

Front row: Luke Julson, Daniel Marquand, Noah Rademaker, Tommy Oman, Mikey Collins, Dayne Gehrman.

Missing: Mitchell Kastanke, Jake Oman

Amery tennis looking to gain experience fast

BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER

There is a lot of room and potential for growth for Amery's boys tennis team in 2018. With a young squad coming off a 4-12 season, the Warriors will look to gain experience in a hurry.

No. 1 doubles players Noah Rademaker and Tommy Oman return as team captains after placing fourth at last year's conference tournament. Other

returning players included Daniel Marquand (letter winner), Job Hutchens, Adam Doroff, Jackson Henningsgard, Ethan Mork and Mitchell Kastanek (letter winner).

"I will be looking to them to be the leaders on the team," said Amery Coach Tanya Julson. "The team is young... and doesn't have much experience to go on. The players will gain some experience this year by participating in two quad tournaments and a couple

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"These teams have had a strong program for many years, and their location in and close to Eau Claire allows the players the opportunities for competition and practice all year round with indoor tennis courts in the city," Julson said. "During the (2017) season, the (Amery) team beat four teams and lost to five teams. We just happened to play challenging top conference teams more than once."

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extra nonconference matches early in the season. We will be working on fundamentals, strategy and working to improve consistency and ball control."

The Warriors are also looking to improve on their numbers of individual and team game, set and match wins.

While Amery posted a 2-4 Middle Border Conference record last season, Eau Claire Regis and Altoona claimed first and second, respectively, and are expected to remain strong for 2018.

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Amery Girls Soccer Back row, left to right: Mikayla Peterson, Olivia Peterson, Grace Brown, Alexis Walbridge, Emilie Koenig, Sydney Bosley.

Middle row: Natalie Spurrell, Chloe Keller, Alexa Dieckman, Essie Whitehead, Grace Long, Olivia Braaten, Jaden Ruud, Jordan Bader.

Front row: Abby Braaten, Justice Lammers, Hannah Bottolfson, Katherine Elwood, Sophia Whitley, Emma Bottolfson, Libby Braaten.

Missing: Alexis Beese, Allison Oman, Kelsey Oman, Michaela Erickson, Anna Ganje, Juliana Graff, Annika Schwartz, Addie Tollakson, Hannah VanSomeren, Cami White.

Amery soccer brings big numbers for 2018

BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER

2017 was a tough season for the Amery girls' soccer team as it went 4-13-1 overall, 1-5-1 in Middle Border conference and lost in the first round of the playoffs to Hayward.

With that being said, there is a lot of optimism for the 2018 season with 30 student-athletes

on this year's roster. "(That's) the most we have had in several years," said Amery Coach Melissa Hanson.

"We are determined to improve upon last year's record and be competitive in every game. We have an amazing group of returning student-athletes - from JV to varsity - who have really stepped up to lead a great group of new players. We have

a supportive, enthusiastic team chemistry, which is creating a really fun environment to continue to learn the game and grow the program.

Last year's top scorer, Cami White, is back after an honorable mention all conference season in which she scored seven goals. Also back is second-team all-conference player Olivia Braaten, who tallied

three goals and four assists a year ago.

Alison Oman (1 goal, 8 assists), Libby Braaten (3 goals, 1 assist), Essie Whitehead (1 goal) and Jaden Ruud (1 goal) bring with them some scoring experience this season as well.

Other returning letterwinners include, Mikayla Peterson, Olivia Peterson, Emma Bottolfson, Alexa Dieckman,

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Coach Hanson expects the Middle Border Conference to be a competitive one this season, with New Richmond being the team to beat.

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Amery Boys Track Back row, left to right: Andrew Carlson, Jens Bjorge, Jason Oft, Mason Helbig, Gus Wentz, Tristan Trudeau, Shane Jonns, Solomon Frederick, Dalton Johnson, Dylan Eiynck. Middle row: Kameron Zmuda, Erasmas Espinosa, Mason Bosley, Dong Nguyen, Levi Ingham, Oliver Root Holloman, Matt Knutson, Dylan Thomsen, Casey Anderson, Wyatt Luchtenburg, Alexis Gonsalez. Front row: Josh Bohn, Chris McLeod, Andrew Prindle, Nick Erickson, Lance Waalen, Henry Budke, Galen Coy, Tyler Reichert, Devan Nelson, Luis Rapalo, Jude Ingham. Missing: Grant Hoff, Reese Kulzer, James Baillargeon, Bryce Gehrman, Mason Goulet, Canyon Schwartz, Mitchell Sigsworth, Irvin Saavedra-Sanchez

Warrior track aims for Top 3

BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER

Amery's track and field programs return an elite few athletes for the 2018 season as they attempt to improve to a top 3 finish for both the boys' and girls' teams a the Middle Border Conference meet at the end of the season.

The boys' squad returns state qualifiers Galen Coy and Dylan Eiynck who were also

conference champions in the 4x800 along with Jude Ingham.

Individually, Eiynck won the 2017 conference title in the 2-mile while Coy placed second in the conference mile. Ingham was a third place conference finisher in the 2 mile.

Lydia Monson will lead the girls' team as the only returning state qualifier. Monson joined Mary Johnson as members of the 2017 conference champion 4x800-meter relay

team and placed third in the conference mile run. Marlee Deitrich is the defending 300-meter hurdles conference champion and also placed third in the conference 100-meter hurdles. Grace Grimm returns after a second place conference pole vault season.

Other returning letterwinners for the boys' team include: James Baillargeon, Lance Waalen, Tyler Reichert, Mason Bosley, Gus Wentz, Dylan

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For the girls, Cheyenne Edwards, Jenesis Gustafson, Addi Deitrich and Amanda Edwards are returning letterwinners.

The Warriors will be focusing on daily improvement as they attempt to creep past Middle Border Conference favorites Osceola, St. Croix Central and New Richmond.

"I feel we can compete with them very well this year," says Amery Coach Justin Schuh.

"Last year, we did a great job on the track, but lacked field points. This year, I feel that we will still do well on the track but improve greatly in the field aspect from last year."

The Warriors begin their 2018 season on March 24 at UW-Stout and have their first home meet on May 1. Amery will also host the regional competition on May 21 this year.

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Amery Girls Track Back row, left to right: Lexi Wilcox, Jenesis Gustafson, Hannah Elmer, Merrit Lierse, Lydia Monson. Middle row: Amber Hinz, Jana Hinz, Ayla Russell, Ella Williamson, Zoey Matthews. Front row: Savannah Benitez, Grace Springett, Megan Osero, Desirae, Maddie Heinn, Emma Wolf, Amanda Edwards.

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Spring Sports Schedules for Amery Check the school’s website for spring sports changes BOYS & GIRLS TRACK GIRLS SOFTBALL REMAINING VARSITY GAMES: Thursday, April 12: 5 p.m. Amery at Somerset Saturday, April 14: 10 a.m. Tournament at Boyceville Amery vs. Boyceville, St. Croix Falls, Cumberland Tuesday, April 17: 5 p.m. St. Croix Central in Amery Thursday, April 19: 5 p.m. New Richmond in Amery Friday, April 20: 5 p.m. Amery at Osceola Tuesday, April 24: 5 p.m. Baldwin-Woodville in Amery Thursday, April 26: 5 p.m. Amery at Prescott Friday, April 27: 5 p.m. Ellsworth in Amery Tuesday, May 1: 5 p.m. Osceola in Amery Thursday, May 3: 5 p.m. Amery at St. Croix Central Friday, May 4: 5 p.m. River Falls in Amery Tuesday, May 8: 5 p.m. Somerset in Amery Thursday, May 10: 5 p.m. Amery at New Richmond Friday, May 11: 5 p.m. Amery at Baldwin-Woodville Tuesday, May 15: 5 p.m. Prescott in Amery Thursday, May 17: 5 p.m. Amery at Ellsworth MS

GIRLS SOCCER REMAINING VARSITY GAMES: Tuesday, April 10, 4:30 p.m. Amery at Hayward Thursday, April 12: 4:30 p.m. Amery at Barron Area, Birch St. Soccer field Monday, April 16: 4:30 p.m. Osceola in Amery Tuesday, April 17: 4:30 p.m. New Richmond in Amery Friday, April 20: 5 p.m. Amery at Washburn Tuesday, April 24: 4:30 pm. Somerset in Amery Thursday, April 26: 4:30 p.m. Hayward in Amery Tuesday, May 1: 4:30 p.m. Amery at Spooner Thursday, May 3: 4:30 p.m. Amery at Baldwin-Woodville, Millpond Park Tuesday, May 8: 4:30 p.m. Amery at Barron Area Thursday, May 10: 5 p.m. Amery at Eau Claire Regis, Casper Park Tuesday, May 15: 4:30 p.m. Amery at New Richmond Thursday, May 17: 4:30 p.m. Spooner in Amery Tuesday, May 22: 4:30 p.m. Amery at Somerset Thursday, May 24: 4:30 p.m. Baldwin-Woodville in Amery

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Spring Sports Schedules for Amery Check the school’s website for spring sports changes BOYS GOLF Tuesday, April 10: 4:30 p.m. Match at Bristol Ridge Golf - Amery vs.

Somerset, Baldwin-Woodville, Ellsworth, New Richmond, Osceola, Prescott Wednesday, April 11: 1 p.m. Invitational at Rolling Oaks Golf Course, Barron - Amery vs.

St. Croix Falls, Birchwood, Bloomer, Bruce, Cameron, Chetek-Weyerhaeuser, Cumberland, Hayward, Ladysmith, Luck, Northwestern, Rice Lake, Spooner, Unity Friday, April 13: 12 p.m. Invitational at Bristol Ridge Golf Course - Amery vs.

Baldwin-Woodville, Altoona, Cadott, Chippewa Falls, Clear Lake, Durand, Ellsworth, Glenwood City, Grantsburg, Hudson, Menomonie, Mondovi, New Richmond, Osceola, Prescott, Rice Lake, River Falls, St. Croix Central, Somerset, Spring Valley, Tomah Saturday, April 14: 9 am. Invitational at Pheasant Hills Golf Course - Amery vs.

Baldwin-Woodville, Altoona, Cadott, Chippewa Falls, Clear Lake, Durand, Ellsworth, Glenwood City, Grantsburg, Hudson, Menomonie, Mondovi, New Richmond, Osceola, Prescott, Rice Lake, River Falls, St. Croix Central, Somerset, Spring Valley, Tomah Monday, April 16: 4:30 p.m. Match at Krooked Kreek Golf Course, Osceola - Amery vs.

Osceola, Baldwin-Woodville, Ellsworth, New Richmond, Prescott, St. Croix Central, Somerset Tuesday, April 17: 4:30 p.m. Match at New Richmond Golf Club - Amery vs.

New Richmond, Baldwin-Woodville, Ellsworth, Osceola, Prescott, St. Croix Central, Somerset Tuesday, April 24: 4:30 p.m. Match at Amery Golf Course Baldwin-Woodville, Ellsworth, New Richmond, Osceola, Prescott, St. Croix Central Monday, April 30: 4:30 p.m. Match at Ellsworth Country Club - Amery vs.

Ellsworth, Baldwin-Woodville, New Richmond, Osceola, Prescott, St. Croix Central, Somerset Monday, May 7: 2 p.m. Match at Pheasant Hills Golf Course - Amery vs.

Baldwin-Woodville, Ellsworth, New Richmond, Osceola, Prescott, St. Croix Central, Somerset Thursday, May 10: 9 a.m. Invitational at Turtle Back Golf Course, Rice Lake - Amery vs.

Rice Lake, Baldwin-Woodville, Barron Area, Bloomer, Chetek-Weyerhaeuser, Chippewa Falls, Eau Claire Memorial, Eau Claire North, Hayward, Hudson, Ladysmith, Luck, Menomonie, New Richmond, Northwestern, River Falls, St. Croix Falls, Spooner, Superior, Unity Friday, May 11: 4:30 p.m. Match at Clifton Highland Golf Course - Amery vs.

Prescott, Baldwin-Woodville, Ellsworth, New Richmond, Osceola, St. Croix Central, Somerset Wednesday, May 16, 9 am. MBC Tournament at New Richmond Golf Course - Amery vs.

New Richmond, Baldwin-Woodville, Ellsworth, Osceola, Prescott, St. Croix Central, Somerset Tuesday, May 22, 9 a.m. WIAA Regional at Turtleback Golf Course, Rice Lake - Amery vs.

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REMAINING VARSITY GAMES: Tuesday, April 10: 4:15 p.m. Osceola in Amery Thursday, April 12: 4:30 pm. Amery at Ellsworth, Summit Park Thursday, April 19: 4:15 p.m. Baldwin-Woodville in Amery Tuesday, April 24: 4:15 p.m. Ellsworth in Amery Thursday, April 26: 4:15 p.m. Amery at New Richmond Thursday, May 3: 4:15 p.m. Amery at Osceola Saturday, May 5: 9 a.m. Quad at New Richmond Amery vs. New Richmond, Altoona, Baldwin-Woodville Tuesday, May 8: 4:15 p.m. Altoona in Amery Thursday, May 10: 4:15 p.m. Amery at Eau Claire Regis Tuesday, May 15: 9 a.m. Tournament at Baldwin-Woodville Amery vs. Baldwin-Woodville, Altoona, Eau Claire Regis, Ellsworth, New Richmond, Osceola

BOYS BASEBALL REMAINING VARSITY GAMES: Tuesday, April 10: 5 p.m. in Amery vs. Somerset Friday, April 13: 5 p.m. Amery at Prescott Saturday April 14: 9 a.m. Triangular in Amery vs. Glenwood City and Unity Tuesday, April 17: 5 p.m. in Amery vs. Osceola Thursday, April 19: 5 p.m. Amery at New Richmond Tuesday, April 24: 5 p.m. in Amery vs. Ellsworth Friday, April 27: 5 p.m. Amery vs. St. Croix Central at Mike Fern Field Tuesday, May 1: 5 p.m. in Amery vs. Baldwin-Woodville Thursday, May 3: 5 p.m. Amery at Larry Forest Park, Somerset Friday, May 4: 5 p.m. Amery at Grantsburg Monday, May 7: 5 p.m. Amery at Rice Lake Tuesday, May 8: 5 p.m. in Amery vs. Prescott Friday, May 11: Amery at Osceola Intermediate school Monday, May 14: 4 p.m. in Amery vs. St. Croix Falls Tuesday, May 15: 5 p.m. in Amery vs. New Richmond Thursday, May 17: 5 p.m. Amery at Ellsworth Summit Park school Monday, May 21: 5 p.m. in Amery vs. Luck Tuesday, May 22: 5 p.m. in Amery vs. St. Croix Central

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Returning Letter Winners for Baseball Left to right: Casey Kahl, Jonah Kahl, Caleb Heffner, Carson Schneider, Lucas Torgerson, Dylan Nitchey.

Left to right: Kiley Ketz, Kennedy Patrick, Kiana Fall, Alison Leslie, Jaedyn Bussewitz, Marissa Gilbertson, Tori Jansen.

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Clayton/Turtle Lake Baseball Back row, left to right: Casey Kahl, Austin Tilton, Andrew Schradle, Jonah Kahl, Carson Schneider, LucasTorgerson, Caleb Dotseth.

Middle row: CJ Manske, RJ Davis, Cody Hassel, Braydon Larson, Damon Galatowitsch, Mason Heffner, Dylan Nitchey, Tyler Quade.

Front row: Logan Juleff, Mike Selle, Cole Duffee, Kody Nitchey, Adam Waite, Caleb Heffner. Missing: Brandon Ramelfanger

Clayton/Turtle Lake baseball returns five letterwinners

BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER

The 2018 Clayton/Turtle Lake baseball team will draw from the leadership of its five returning letterwinners in its quest to get better every day.

Those players helped led the 2017

squad to a tie for second place in the West Lakeland Conference standings with a 9-4 league record while compiling an 11-7 overall record.

Of the team's three seniors, pitcher and first baseman Jonah Kahl is the lone letterwinner. Caleb Heffner (catcher/third baseman) represents the

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junior class as the lone returning letterwinner. The remaining three letterwinners, Casey Kahl, Lucas Togerson and Dylan Nitchey are all members of the sophomore class.

Coach Terri Olson says Jonah Kahl and Heffner are strong leaders as well as senior Carson Schneider (pitcher/

outfielder/short stop).

Webster is the preseason favorie to take the league title while Clayton/Turtle Lake is focusing on making sure it is playing its best baseball at tournament time.

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Turtle Lake-Clayton Track Back row, left to right: Kent Nonemacher, Mike Cecka, Andrew Beecroft, Damion Lundgren, Chris Ofelt, Brock Johnson, Caden Torgerson, Thomas Hoffman, Trent Keppen, Brett Juleff, Joey Ryan, Nolan Kvidera, Bryan Kvidera. Front row: Kaytynn Vanda, Destiny Lundgren, Felecia Monio, Makayla Fagerlin, Alison Johnson, Katelyn Spanner, Isabelle Magnuson. Missing: Levi Mattila

Turtle Lake-Clayton track in rebuilding process

BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER

Turtle Lake-Clayton's track and field teams graduated 8 seniors from their 2017 rosters. Luckily, they still return seven letterwinners, including three

state qualifiers.

With consistent improvement throughout the season, Coach Lori Catlin believes her team will peak during the championship season.

Working against her team, however, is a lack of depth and experience.

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"Half the team has no high school track experience," Catlin said. "This, however, will make it fun as a coach to see them grow in confidence and improve in performance."

Returning letterwinners from last year's team included Alison Johnson,

Isabelle Magunson, Kaytlynn Vanda, Thomas Hoffman, Caden Torgerson, Kent Nonemacher and Makayla Fagerlin. Fagerlin and Johnson were members of the state qualifying 4x200-meter relay team while Hoffman was a state qualifier in the 400-meter dash.

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Turtle Lake-Clayton Girls Softball Back row, left to right: Kailey Ketz, Kennedy Patrick, Kiana Fall, Alison Leslie, Jaedyn Bussewitz, Grace Schradle, Kelcy Coleman, Tori Jansen, Sophia Ellis.

Front row: Avery Pippenger, Corey Leslie, Abbie Schradle, Amelia Pietz, Olivia Szobody, Marisa Gilbertson, Becca Peterson, Abby Russel, Kaylynn Jobe.

Turtle Lake-Clayton Softball Aims to Defend WLC Crown

BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER

The 2017 season was a strong one for the Turtle Lake-Clayton fastpitch softball team as it went 12-2 overall, winning a West-Lakeland Conference title with an 8-1 league record and advancing to the regional final.

Coach Lacy Otto says she

expects more of the same this year.

"We have a lot of strong athletes who are returning starters and look forward to utilitzing their experience on and off the field," Otto said.

"Our goal for the 2018 season is to be conference champs."

The biggest challenge will be getting past Grantsburg, which

ousted Turtle Lake-Clayton from the playoffs last year in a 1-7 regional final game. Cameron has also built a reputation as a tough conference competitor.

"We have some great athletes and hope to compete at a high level with both of these teams," Otto said. "Our biggest weakness will be getting our

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freshmen ready to play varsity softball."

Mentoring the freshmen will be returning letterwinners Alison Leslie, Jaedyn Bussewitz, Kailey Ketz, Kennedy Patrick, Kiana Fall, Marissa Gilbertson and Tori Jansen.

Fall led the team at the plate last season with .547 batting average, 28 RBI, 5 home runs,

10 doubles, 35 total hits and 30 runs scored. Mackinzie Fall also scored 30 runs and had a team high 23 singles. Gilbertson tallied a team-high 15 walks and two triples. Ketz also tallied a pair of triples.

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Spring Sports Schedules for Clayton/Turtle Lake Check the school’s website for spring sports changes GIRLS SOFTBALL

BOYS BASEBALL REMAINING GAMES: Thursday, April 12: 5 p.m. Turtle Lake/Clayton vs. Luck/Frederic at Clayton Friday, April 13: 5 p.m. Clayton/Turtle Lake at Prairie Farm Monday, April 16: 5 p.m. Turtle Lake/Clayton at Siren Thursday, April 19: 5 p.m. Turtle Lake/Clayton vs. St. Croix Falls at Turtle Lake Friday, April 20: 5 p.m. Clayton/Turtle Lake at Clear Lake Monday, April 23: 5 p.m. Turtle Lake/Clayton at Unity Thursday, April 26: 5 p.m. Turtle Lake/Clayton vs. Shell Lake at Clayton Monday, April 30: 5 p.m. Turtle Lake/Clayton vs. Webster at Turtle Lake Thursday, May 3: 5 p.m. Turtle Lake/Clayton at Grantsburg Friday, May 4: 5 p.m. Clayton/Turtle Lake at Somerset Monday, May 7: 5 p.m. Turtle Lake/Clayton vs. Luck/Frederic at Luck Tuesday, May 8: 5 p.m. Turtle Lake/Clayton vs. Siren at Clayton Thursday, May 10: 5 p.m. Turtle Lake/Clayton at St. Croix Falls Tuesday, May 15: 5 p.m. Turtle Lake/Clayton vs. Unity at Turtle Lake Thursday, May 17: 5 p.m. Turtle Lake/Clayton at Shell Lake Friday, May 18: 5 p.m. Clayton/Turtle Lake vs. Glenwood City at Clayton Tuesday, May 22: 5 p.m. Clayton/Turtle Lake vs. Elmwood/Plum City at Turtle Lake

REMAINING GAMES: Tuesday, April 10: 5 p.m. Clayton/Turtle Lake at Somerset Thursday, April 12: 5 p.m. Turtle Lake/Clayton vs. Frederic/Luck at Clayton Monday, April 16: 5 p.m. Turtle Lake/Clayton vs. Siren/Webster at Webster Thursday, April 19: 5 p.m. Turtle Lake/clayton vs. St. Croix Falls at Turtle Lake Friday, April 20: 5 p.m. Clayton/Turtle Lake at Clear Lake Monday, April 23: 5 p.m Turtle Lake/Clayton at Unity Thursday, April 26: 5 p.m. Turtle Lake/Clayton vs. Shell Lake at Clayton Monday, April 30: Double Header: 4 p.m Turtle Lake/Clayton vs. Cameron at Turtle Lake Tuesday, May 1: 5 p.m. Clayton/Turtle Lake at Prairie Farm Thursday, May 3: 5 p.m. Turtle Lake/Clayton at Grantsburg Monday, May 7: 5 p.m. Turtle Lake/Clayton vs. Frederic/Luck at Frederic Elem.

Tuesday, May 8: 5 p.m. Turtle Lake/Clayton vs. Siren/Webster at Clayton Thursday, May 10: 5 p.m. Turtle Lake/Clayton at St. Croix Falls Tuesday, May 15: 5 p.m. Turtle Lake/Clayton vs. Unity at Turtle Lake Thursday, May 17: 5 p.m. Turtle Lake/Clayton at Shell Lake

BOYS AND GIRLS TRACK REMAINING SCHEDULE: Thursday, April 12: 4 p.m. Meet in Siren Turtle Lake/Clayton vs. Siren, Cumberland, New Auburn, Prairie Farm, St. Croix Falls, Unity Tuesday, April 17: 4:15 p.m. Invitational at Clear Lake Turtle Lake/Clayton vs. Clear Lake, Amery, Cumberland, Frederic, Glenwood City, Grantsburg, New Auburn, Prairie Farm, Siren, Spring Valley, Webster Thursday, April 19: 4:15 p.m. Invitational at Frederic Turtle Lake/Clayton vs. Frederic/Luck, Amery, Cumberland, Grantsburg, Prairie Farm, St. Croix Falls, Shell Lake, Siren, Unity, Valley Christian, Webster Tuesday, April 24: 4 p.m. Invitational at Shell Lake Turtle Lake/Clayton vs. Shell Lake, Cumberland, New Auburn, Siren, Winter Thursday, April 26: 4:15 p.m. Invitational at St. Croix Falls Turtle Lake/Clayton vs. St. Croix Falls, Cameron, Frederic/Luck, Grantsburg, Shell Lake, Siren, Unity, Webster Monday, April 30: Turtle Lake/Clayton vs. Unity Tuesday, May 1: 3:45 p.m. Invitational - Turtle Lake/Clayton at Amery Thursday, May 3: 4:15 p.m. Turtle Lake/Clayton at Webster Friday, May 4: Turtle Lake/Clayton vs. New Auburn Tuesday, May 8: 4 p.m. Turtle Lake/Clayton at Colfax Tuesday, May 15: 3:45 p.m. Conference Meet at Frederic Turtle Lake/Clayton vs. Frederic/Luck, Clear Lake, Grantsburg, St. Croix Falls, Siren, Unity, Webster

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