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FAST START: Amery softball team opens season with five wins PAGE 19A
‘Chasing the dragon’ Atty. General. dubs meth ‘a giant game of Whack-AMole,’ declaring prevention and awareness as best hope BY JESSICA DE LA CRUZ EDITOR@THEAMERYFREEPRESS.COM
Jack Collins, and Emma Curtis, competed in the improvisational challenge. Their task was to plan and perform three improvisational skits in three-minute segment times. Each member of the team was previously in DI, but this is the first year for all of them to
Wisconsin Attorney General Brad Schimel made the long drive to Trego last week. His appearance at the Northwoods Coalition Methamphetamine Summit gave those on the front lines of Wisconsin’s meth crisis reassurance in knowing that a powerful voice is now on their side. Local officials turned out in force to meet with Schimel and voice concern over the issue. More than 280 stakeholders from thirty-three northern Wisconsin counties were in attendance at Heartwood Conference Center, from law enforcement and legislators, to social and health care workers. The event was hosted by a non-profit division of Marshfield Clinic called ‘Northwoods Coalition,’ a large umbrella organization that has worked toward resolving Wisconsin’s meth-related challenges through grant funding and and the work of smaller, local coalitions. Like the summit held in December in Rice Lake, this one also provided much in the way of education, networking, and idea generation.
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Pictured left to right with their state champion trophy are Emma Curtis, Jack Collins, Alli Hoyer, Ally Klitgard and Isaac Gorres.
‘Girls and guys’ bring home state DI trophy Congrats are in order for Amery High School’s Destination Imagination (DI) team, ‘The Girls in Pearls and the Guys in Ties,’ nailed a first-place victory during Saturday’s State Competition in Stevens Point , establishing themselves as the top Improvisational Destination Imagination team in
the state of Wisconsin. Destination Imagination is an organization that helps students in grades 3-12 develop their teamwork, creativity, and engineering skills in a variety of challenges. The Amery high school team this year, including Alliana Hoyer, Allison Klitgard, Isaac Gores,
Myers resigns, Paulson appointed to fill vacant council seat BY JESSICA DE LA CRUZ EDITOR@THEAMERYFREEPRESS.COM
Amery Mayor Kay Erickson announced the resignation of Alderman David Myers at the April City Council meeting. After explaining some of Myers’ recent health concerns, Erickson directed her comments to the video camera. “We want to thank you, David, for all your years of service,” she said. Myers The announcement of his replacement wasn’t far behind. Erickson appointed local resident Sharon
Paulson to fi ll the remaining year of Myers’ term. Should she choose to run, Paulson will be on the ballot in the spring of 2018. If you don’t know Sharon Paulson, you may have seen her before. Paulson is quite active in the Amery Woman’s Club. She’s no stranger to council proceedings either, and has often attended just to watch. When Erickson asked if she’d be interested in the seat, she worried about the time commitment, but reluctantly agreed. She was sworn in by Clerk/Treasurer Fran Duncanson before taking her seat at the council table. Paulson and her husband Clifford trans SEE PAULSON PAGE 2A
Coincidentally both in purple, Mayor Kay Erickson (right) shakes hands with newly appointed Amery City Councilwoman, Sharon Paulson.
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April 4 Election Results BY JESSICA DE LA CRUZ EDITOR@THEAMERYFREEPRESS.COM
A total of 674 voters turned out to Amery City Hall on April 4, a good showing for a spring election. Amery School District was among the three passing school referendums in Polk County, as were Turtle Lake and St. Croix Falls. Osceola voters decided against their referendum by a margin of 1100 to 967. Amery’s referendum passed by a margin slimmer than some expected, with a total 1261 voting yes, and 998 no. Here’s how the Amery referendum shook out by voting district: Town of Alden: 124 yes, 146 no Town of Apple River: 85 yes, 95 no Town of Balsam Lake: 14 yes, 18 no Town of Stanton: 3 yes, 3 no Town of Beaver: 13 yes, 16 no Town of Black Brook: 117 yes, 80 no Town of Garfield: 107 yes, 104 no Town of Lincoln: 309 yes, 257 no City of Amery: 435 yes, 226 no Town of Deer Park: 22 yes, 21 no Town of Cylon: 15 yes, 18 no Judge Daniel Tolan will continue to serve the residents of Polk County as Branch 1 Circuit Court Judge, following his appointment by Governor Scott walker this December. Tolan defeated Malia Malone by a margin of 4839 to 3218 countywide. Tolan also carried the City of Amery by a margin of 377
to 266. Wisconsin’s next State Superintendent of Public Instruction will be Tony Evers by a statewide margin of seventy percent. Locally Evers also won handily, garnering 440 votes in the City of Amery to challenger Lowell Holtz’s 180.
Municipality results Countywide municipality results in other contested races were as follows: City of St. Croix Falls—Brent Waak defeated challenger Joe Snyder to be the city’s next alderperson, 130 to 90. Village of Balsam Lake—Geno D’Agostino defeated Steve Biza to be the next Village President, 111 to 107. Balsam Lake Village Trustees— Kathy Poirier, Rod Preble and Faye Brittan were the top three vote getters. Village of Centuria—Rod Peterson defeated Stan Swiontek and Shaun Thayer to be Village President, 32, 22 and 28 votes respectively. Village of Clayton—Joe Berghammer defeated Jennifer Bergmann to be the next Village President, 73 to 32. Write in candidates were needed for a third trustee position. Christ Casarez defeated Donald Kittlesen by a margin of 13 write-in votes to 11. Village of Clear Lake—Write in votes were needed to fi ll one of three open trustee seats. Peter Cogbill received 16 write-in votes, but as of press time was undecided about accepting the posi-
tion. If he opts not to accept, the board will appoint someone to fi ll the seat. Village of Dresser—Bryan Beseler defeated Jeff Gutzmer 88 to 69 to be the next Village President. Top three vote getters for Village Trustee positions were Richard Durand, Grace Bjorklund, and Wayne Moberg. Village of Frederic—The top three vote getters for Village Trustee were Allan Lahti, Julie Schmidt Thomas, and Doug Gustafson. Village of Luck—Top three vote getters for Village Trustee were Sean Kinney, Kyle Johansen, and Mike Broten. Village of Osceola—Top three vote getters for Village Trustee were Van Andrew Burch, WJ Wally Piszczek, and Stephen Bjork. Village of Turtle Lake—Andy Koenig defeated Sheryl Gehrman 117 to 105 for the position of Village President. Write in votes were needed to fi ll one of three open trustee seats. Ken Mandley had fi led non-candidacy for Village Trustee, but received a total of 31 write in votes for the third open seat. He has accepted the position. Town of Alden—Keith Karpenski defeated Ronnie Lee for the posltion of Town Board Chair, 411 to 144. Ted Johnson and Greg Frost were the top two vote getters for Town Board Supervisors. Town of Apple River—Rick Scoglio defeated Ansel Johnson to be the next
Town Board Chair, 133 to 88. Town of Bone Lake—Roger Neumann and Nancy Beduhn were the top two vote getters for the position of Town Board Supervisor. Town of Clayton—Roger Olson and Arling ‘Ole’ Olson were the top two vote getters for the position of Town Board Supervisor. Town of Eureka—Don Anderson and Bill Maassen were the top two vote getters for the position of Town Board Supervisor. Town of Farmington—Dennis Cottor defeated Lee Wood for the position of Town Board Chair, 330 to 180. Debbie Swanson defeated Erin Lundgren-Martinson for the position of Town Clerk/Treasurer, 390 to 145. Town of Georgetown—Nicholas D. Freer and Andy Mangelsen wer the top two vote getters for the position of Town Board Supervisor.
School Board results: Unity School District—Top three vote getters were Ryan Peterson, Debbie Ince-Peterson, and Jeromy T. Cox. Clayton School District—Top two vote getters were Jeff Young Jr. and Roger Olson. Turtle Lake School District—Top two vote getters in Polk County were Tadd Peterson and Shad Torgerson.
Amory, Mississippi—our new sister city BY JESSICA DE LA CRUZ EDITOR@THEAMERYFREEPRESS.COM
In recognition of the occasion, artwork representing Amory, Mississippi was gift to the City by Amory Mayor Brad Blalock.
Following the lead of the City of Amory, Mississippi who Passed a proclamation to become our ‘sister city,’ Amery Mayor Kay Erickson read the following proclamation during the April City Council meeting: “Whereas the city of Amery, Wis. and the city of Amory, Miss. wish to form a sister city relationship, and whereas both communities hold similar values and interests and whereas both communities were founded in the year 1887, and whereas both communities share a similar history in regards to industry, government, commerce, and whereas students of the Amery Intermediate School have commenced a relationship between the two communities through their Amery2Amory initiatives, therefore, I Kay Erickson, Mayor of the City of Amery, and the Amery common council
CHAMPS: Team will begin fundraising for May trip FROM PAGE ONE
be on the same team. Two of the team members, Ally Klitgard and Emma Curtis, have been to the Global Final competition once before and are ecstatic to be able to return with their team this year. “I think that the name must have something to do with it; in 7th grade, we had four girls and one guy on the team, so our name was The Girls in Pearls and the Guy in a Tie. This year, because we had two guys on our team, we decided
to take back our old name. We went to Globals in 7th grade, and now we’re going again,” exclaims Emma Curtis. The three girls on the team are all juniors at Amery High School, and the two guys are seniors. “DI has been an amazing opportunity for me. All of us on the team have loved acting, and we have really bonded over our performances. I think I can speak for all of us when I say that our love for preforming, and for Destination Imagination, will grow even
more at Global Finals in May,” adds Jack Collins. The Global Finals competition will take place on May 24-27 in Knoxville Tennessee. To get there, the team, along with coaches Shayne Curtis and Jenni Klitgard, will be doing a lot of fundraising. Some upcoming fundraisers that will go towards supporting the team include possible bake sales and a pancake breakfast. Make sure to check out these fundraisers and wish the team good luck at Globals.
do hereby proclaim the establishment of a sister city relationship between Amery, Wis. and Amory, Miss., signed this fi fth day of April in the year 2017.” Three pictures were given to the city by Amory Mayor Brad Blalock, with a note that read: “To the City of Amery, thank you for sharing your most valuable asset with us: your citizens. The Simonsons are wonderful ambassadors. I look forward to continuing our sister city relationship.” Mayor Erickson added, “I couldn’t be more proud of you kids. And of course you have a fantastic teacher too. But you are a credit to our community and I thank you for all your hard work.” Of the sister city relationship, Fran Duncanson adds that the proclamations in this case are informal and not part of any international program. It will be up to both cities to decide how to proceed with their new founded relationship.
PAULSON: Hopes Amery can be more ‘green’ FROM PAGE ONE
planted to the area roughly fifteen years ago from Winona, Minn. They would pass through Amery on their way to their vacation home, and had always thought highly of the community. “I wanted to be in town and on a lake, and Amery’s a nice place when you come through it. It presents itself very well. It had a very positive vibe,” says Paulson. They settled on a home on Pike Lake, within Amery’s City Limits. Paulson brings a lot of experience to the council chambers. She worked in school administration
for more than twenty years, most recently as a Curriculum Director, but also in capacities such as Assistant Principal. As far as her new responsibilities on the Amery City Council, Paulson does have some ideas. “I think we should work toward being a ‘green city,’ and become more focused on generating more energy and interest in recycling. I think with education we can do a lot. The City can set a good example.” Appropriately enough she’ll take over Myers’ roles on the Public Works and Parks and Rec. committees, and also serve on the Library Board.
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Gun Show Amery VFW Post 7929 will host a gun show at the Amery Ice Arena on Friday, April 14 from 3 to 9 p.m., and Saturday, April 15 from 9 to 5. Admission is $5, children 12 and under are free with an adult. Five different cash prizes and an American flag will be raffled off at 4:30 p.m. Tickets can be purchased at the VFW or from a member. For table rental contact Bob W. at 715-607-0379.
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APRIL 15 Easter Egg Hunt Amery Community Club’s annual Easter Egg Hunt will be held at the Soo Line Park Pavillion at 10 a.m. sharp. All children ten and under are invited to join the fun. Free Easter photo by Cahill from 9-11 with a donation of 2 non perishable food items. Firemen’s pancake breakfast will also be held at the Amery Fire Hall from 7 to 11 a.m.
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Tree City USA At April’s City Council meeting, students and teachers from the Amery Inquiring Minds (AIM) program at Amery Intermediate School presented the City with its official ‘Tree City’ designation, including a flag, street sign, and plaque. The students and their instructors were instrumental in helping the City earn the designation by hosting a tree planting and Arbor Day event last October, a requirement of the program. In recognition of their efforts, AIM was awarded the 2016 Gold Leaf Award for outstanding Arbor Day Activities.
‘Because He Lives...Amen’ United Covenant Church in Clear Lake is presenting the musical Easter cantata, “Because He Lives…Amen!” Saturday, April 15th at 6 pm and Sunday, April 16th at 10 am during the Easter Worship Service. The program is a 40-minute musical event that features exciting and imaginative songs along with narration that navigates for us Christ’s journey from the cross to His glorious resurrection. Everyone throughout the area is invited to this free Easter Cantata to celebrate the season.
APRIL 20 Amery Area Garden Club The Amery Area Garden Club will meet Thrusday, April 20 at 9:30 a.m. at the Amery Public Library. The program will be ‘Growing and caring for hydrangeas.’ Visitors always welcome.
Pork Dinner Men in Mission invite you to a Pork Dinner with all the trimmings, Thursday, April 20 from 4 to 7 p.m. at First Lutheran Church in Amery. Free will offering. Takeouts available by calling 715-268-7135.
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Murder at Crooked House Clear Lake Community Theater presents ‘Murder at Crooked House’ by Tim Kelly. Fridays and Saturdays at 7 and Sundays at 2, presented April 21 through 30 at the Clear Lake Area Community Center Gymnasium. Admission is $8 for adults and $7 for senior citizens. $5 for 18 and under. Refreshments served during intermission.
APRIL 22 Clear Lake Earth Day Celebration A first annual Clear Lake Earth Day Celebration to honor Eart Day founder and Clear Lake native Gaylord Nelson will be held from 8 to 4 at the Clear Lake Community Center on April 22. Enjoy a pancake breakfast from 8 to 10. Various Earth Day related speakers will present throughout the day from 10-4, along with a ‘Green Vendor’ fair, and kids activities all day. Event is free and open to the public, for more information call Cindy ‘Reed’ Hatalla at 715-225-9320.
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Historical Society
Spring Dinner
The Amery Historical Society will meet to elect new officers on Thursday, April 20 at 5 p.m. Anyone interested in Amery history within the Amery School District is welcome to attend. Meeting will be held in the lower level of the Amery Public Library. Handicap accessible. Questions call Jerry at 715-554-0239.
Deronda Lutheran Church will host a Spring Dinner with meatballs, mashed potatoes and gravy, mixed vegetables, rolls, pie, coffee and milk from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Free will offering. Deronda Lutheran is located at 1239 Cty Rd. F west of Amery.
APRIL 24-25 Community Blood Drive A Red Cross Blood Drive will be held on Monday, April
24 and Tuesday, April 26 from noon to 6 p.m. at Our Savior Lutheran Church, 217 Deronda Street in Amery. To schedule an appointment please call Vicki Seibel Betzold at 715-2686271 or Paula Fussy at 715-5543961.
APRIL 25 Give Big St. Croix Valley You’re invited to participate in the annual fundraiser that benefits 51 different non-profit organizations throughout Polk County. Donate between April 1 and 25 online at givescv.org, or mail a check to the non-profit of your choice.
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Dementia Summit The Aging and Disability Resource Center (ADRC) of Northwest Wisconsin and Northwest Alliance Community Foundation will host a Dementia Summit on Wednesday, April 26 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Our Lady of the Lakes Catholic Church in Balsam Lake. Agenda will include topics such as ‘what is dementia?’ ‘What does it mean to be ‘dementia friendly’ and ‘what is being done,’ and local resources. The event is open to all community members, leaders, business owners, volunteers, church leaders, family caregivers, professionals, and individuals with dementia.
APRIL 27 & 28 Annual Rummage Sale Amery Area Community Center hosts their annual Rummage Sale on Thursday, April 27 from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Friday, April 28 from 7:30
a.m. to 12 p.m. Donations accepted any time.
APRIL 29 Drug Take-Back Day Amery Police Department in conjunction with the Amery Woman’s Club and Wisconsin DOJ will host a Drug TakeBack event Saturday, April 29 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Service is free and confidential. Prescription drugs, over the counter medications, and liquid medications in their original containers may be dropped off in the Amery Police Department. No Intra-venous solutions, injectibles, syringes, biological waste or illegal substances.
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APRIL 30 League of Women Voters The League of Women Voters Upper St. Croix Valley will have its annual meeting from 3 - 5 pm on April 30 at the Cafe Wren in Luck. The public is welcome.
MAY 5 Brush Strokes ‘Paint ‘n Sip’ Amery Area Community Center will host a Brush Strokes ‘Paint ‘N Sip’ event May 5 at 6 p.m. Cost is $30 and snacks and adult beverages will be available for purchase, along with pop. No carry ins. You do not need to be a member to attend this event. Payment and registration due by April 28 to the Amery Area Community Center. Call 715-268-6605 for more information.
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Call it a victory for transparency in government, call it elected officials listening to the voters. Or simply call it a win for the people who pay the bills. The Joint Finance Committee that methodically works their way through the budget proposed by the governor has removed language from the Department of Administration (DOA) budget. The language would have removed the requirement that towns, villages, cities, schools and community colleges publish summaries of their proceedings in a newspaper. Instead, these units of government would simply have been Publisher able to post the summary in one Tom Stangl public space and on their website. Private citizens and businesses that are required by law to publish notices for court proceedings ranging from name changes to probate notices would not have seen relief from this change. The folks that argued for the language change said that the expense of publishing these notices was a waste of taxpayer dollars. The cost in our markets was a small fraction of a percentage of the annual budgets. For years, Wisconsin newspapers have been uploading notices to a central website, www. wisconsinpublicnotices.org at no additional charge to all of our public notice advertisers. We do the same at the website for our paper. We understand that readers want options. Many readers consume their news in the traditional print form, others prefer to read on their desktop computer and some like their tablets or smartphones. That’s why we provide public notice information in all of these locations. From the start, I have believed that this issue was never about the money. Don’t get me wrong, newspapers appreciate every dollar we receive, from subscriptions to newsstand sales to advertising of all types. Without these funds, we could not operate our news operations. By having newspapers, an independent third party, publish and curate these official documents, the official record remains intact and easily accessible. They also remain frozen in time and unable to be changed. Perhaps it is the general sentiment, fueled by a divisive presidential campaign, that all “media” is bad or biased that inspired this language in the governor’s budget. No more newspapers, no more worries. This is all speculation on my part, but having similar legislation introduced in 13 states this session isn’t a coincidence. Calls from the public to legislators proved to be very influential in the discussions about the budget. I want to personally thank readers who reached out to me about this issue and made the phone calls. Your voices were heard and made a difference. As pleased as I am that this language was changed, it is the first of three current challenges to public notices. Assembly Bill 70 and Senate Bill 42 contain the same language, and are still alive at this writing. If you are opposed to these measures, continue to call your state representatives. If it was a bad idea for the budget, it’s a bad idea to be the law of the land. 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.
Stupidity—there’s an app for that BY JESSICA DE LA CRUZ EDITOR@THEAMERYFREE PRESS.COM
I had quite a scare this week on Highway 63 near Clayton. I met a car at the front of a long line of oncoming traffic. I watched that silver sedan inch over the centerline, and in an instant it was coming at me like a 2,000-pound bullet. I braked and swerved into Editor’s the shoulder before it eventually Notes corrected course. But wow. That Jessica was close. Thankde la Cruz fully you’re not reading about it in this week’s paper. I’m ashamed to admit there are times when I’ve been that distracted driver. Eating on the run. Getting too caught up in conversation. Answering a phone call, or even a quick text. Our haste to multi-task and squeeze more into every day has taken all the focus out of driving. Is any conversation so important that it can’t wait a few minutes? No. I remind myself, the answer is no. Not even what I’ll be doing on Sunday afternoon. I grew up in the eighties when landlines served us well. We planned ahead. We passed notes in school. We had pen pals and wrote them letters, and sometimes those letters didn’t get there for days. That was normal. But it isn’t anymore. I miss those days. I’ve thought for many years about my oldest, Zach, learning to drive. I’ve dreaded it. And that trip to the DMV to get his driver’s permit finally came this week. He’s never known anything but
cell phones and Snapchat. And as much as the thought of him driving scares me to death, the thought of him texting and driving or swerving to miss an oncoming car scares me even more. I did some research to solve some of my motherly worries, or at least this one in particular. Phones have GPS and can sense motion. Why can’t a phone shut itself down when it shouldn’t be in use? Turns out—there’s an app for that. I tried several and found one that I think works pretty well on my android phone. It’s called TextGuardian. It’s not without flaws and maybe that’s why it hasn’t taken off completely. But here’s how it works. When you’re moving faster than 15-20 miles per hour, TextGuardian disables your phone. No calls, no texts, no Facebook, no beeps, no buzzes. Great, huh? You can enter exceptions for certain contact numbers. A password keeps any clever young drivers (or employees?) from outsmarting or disabling the feature. And it also sends a text to anyone who tries to contact you: “TextGuardian is in use, I am driving at this time, I will call you when it is safe to do so.” I doubt anyone getting that message would wish you’d answered instead. I can visually see the alerts for any new messages I get, and a few minutes after stopping I can respond to them. I won’t lie. It’s been an adjustment. According to state statistics, alcohol was a factor in 190 of Wisconsin’s 390 traffic fatalities in 2015. Contrast that with the 103 Wisconsinites killed as a result of distracted driving that year, and the 10,640 who were injured.
Deaths, by the way, went up ten percent in 2016 meaning it’s getting worse, not better. State law now prohibits texting and web surfing, but is it working? Or have we just mastered the art of keeping our phones out of view? Twenty years ago we didn’t need to talk on our phones while driving, remember? Why do we now? How many more close calls must there be? If just one person were electrocuted by picking up a cell phone, phone makers would be in a panic. Last year upwards of one hundred Wisconsinites died using perfectly operational cell phones. A bunch of them were our kids. And cell phone makers have done very little about it. If warning labels are required on cigarettes and alcohol, and car manufacturers must abide by safety standards, and people are required to wear seat belts, do cell phone manufacturers have a responsibility in this issue? Opt out of a helmet and you play roulette with your own life. But text and drive and you could be playing with mine. Why couldn’t TextGuardian-type technology be a mandatory feature on every cell phone made? April is ‘Distracted Driving Awareness Month.’ I’d like to challenge each of you to join me and give TextGuardian a try. Install it on your young driver’s phone, or maybe even your own. See how it works. Write me a letter and tell me what you think. TextGuardian could save us all from ourselves, or at the very least, keep us focused on the road. If you’re as attached to your phone as I am, it won’t be easy. But it will be worth it.
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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR The real problem with the Postal Service To the Editor, Readers in Wisconsin and Minnesota were well served by your publisher’s column on the United States Postal Service and its importance to newspaper subscribers and to residents in general. Publisher Tom Stangl eloquently noted how the Postal Service “touches the lives of every American.” And we appreciate the kind words about letter carriers and the other postal crafts. At the same time, the goal of restoring delivery service standards won’t be accomplished by calls to “drain the post office” but rather by fi xing flawed public policy in Washington. First, some background. The Postal Service delivers to 155 million homes and businesses six and increasingly seven days a week. It is based in the Constitution and serves as the center of civic life in thousands of small towns and rural communities while helping unite this vast nation. It’s consistently rated the public’s most-trusted federal agency, and is the country’s largest employer of military veterans. USPS provides Americans and their businesses with the industrial world’s most affordable delivery network – and does so without a dime of taxpayer money. By law, the Postal Service earns its revenue, through the sale of stamps and other products and services. USPS also is the centerpiece of the $1.3 trillion national mailing industry that employs 7 million Americans in the private sector, including 180,238 Wisconsinites and 171,077 Minnesotans. So the Postal Service is a driving engine of our national economy, as much today as ever. USPS and letter carriers also play a key role in improving the quality of life in communities everywhere. Next month, as they do the second Saturday of every May, letter carriers will conduct the nation’s largest single-day food drive to help replenish
food banks, pantries and shelters. With the generosity of residents in Wisconsin, Minnesota and beyond, letter carriers last year collected a record 80 million pounds of food. We hope the 25th annual food drive, set for May 13, will be just as successful. Every day as they deliver mail on their routes, letter carriers help save the elderly or other residents who have fallen or experienced medical problems, put out fires, locate missing children or help stop crimes in progress. No surprise, then, that USPS enjoys strong support both in rural and urban areas and across the political spectrum. Now let’s turn to the delivery issues, which requires delving into postal finances. Despite what you’ve heard, the Postal Service operates in the black – $3.7 billion since 2013. Operating profit for Fiscal Year 2017’s first quarter alone was $522 million. As the economy improves from the worst recession in 80 years, letter revenue is stabilizing. And as the Internet drives online shopping in Burnett, Polk and Washington counties and elsewhere, package revenue is rising sharply — up 16 percent in 2016. There is red ink but it stems from congressional politics. In 2006, a lame-duck Congress mandated that the Postal Service pre-fund retiree health benefits decades into the future. No other company or agency has to do this. That $5.8 billion annual charge is the ‘red ink.’ This political mandate has created an artificial financial crisis at USPS that has led to the closing of postal facilities, the slowing of mail and the resulting frustration among residents alluded to by your publisher. The Postal Service, postal unions, key lawmakers and industry groups have coalesced around core legislative proposals that would address pre-funding while preserving and strengthening the invaluable
postal networks. If Wisconsin’s and Minnesota’s elected representatives in Washington lend their support to such reform legislation, USPS can provide Americans and their businesses with the quality service they rely on.
Fredric Rolando President, National Association of Letter Carriers
Lyme Support Group back in season To the Editor, The month of May has been declared “Lyme Disease Awareness Month”, and for a very good reason! The greatest risk of being bitten by a tick is between the months of May and July when the nymphs hatch. Since we live in a highly endemic area, it is most important that we learn as much as possible about this potentially debilitating disease, as well as the steps we can take to try to prevent it! With these things in mind, a small group of concerned individuals started our area Lyme Support Group nearly 10 years ago in the basement meeting room of the Bremer Bank in Amery. As their numbers grew they moved to another location and became known as the Western Wisconsin Lyme Education and Support Group. The first Support Group meeting of the year will be held in Amery at 7pm on Thursday, April the 27th, at Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church, Cty. Rd. “F”. We look forward to meeting you, and hope that all interested persons will plan to attend. Thank you! Ann Krisik Amery, Wis.
‘Repeal and Replace’ Fails; Now Obamacare Needs Fixing The failure of the Republican-led effort to repeal and replace Obamacare represents a big victory for all kinds of citizens and interest groups that analyzed the proposed legislation and said no dice. The day before House Speaker Paul Ryan decided not to take a vote on the American Health Care Act, a Quinnipiac Poll found that only 17 percent of American voters approved of the GOP’s legislation while 56 percent did not. You can hardly call that a vote of support for what the bill was trying to do. Too many people would be hurt, and the public along with editorial writers in newspapers across the country, got that message: The GOP plan would cause real pain. Members of Congress heard it loud and clear, and many responded to Thinking what they heard. About Older Americans would have had to pay more, sometimes thousands Health of dollars more to get health insurTrudy ance. In 32 states, millions of Americans with incomes slightly above the Lieberman poverty line who had gained coverage under their state’s Medicaid expansion program would have lost their coverage. Others already on Medicaid or joining in the future would also have been affected. The proposal called for cutting back the federal government’s commitment to fund healthcare for the poor by changing the way it would pay for its share of program. That would have left the states, which jointly fund Medicaid, strapped for funds to cover everyone needing medical treatment as well as middle class families who required help paying for long-term care. Medicaid pays for about half of all nursing home stays. The Affordable Care Act (ACA), or Obamacare, had mandated that every insurance policy sold in the individual market where people without employ-
er or government coverage must shop had to include 10 essential benefits. Under the Republicans’ plan, that mandate – that all plans include things like prescription drug coverage, emergency room services, maternity care and mental health treatment – would have disappeared. Dropping any of the essential benefits would have helped some insurance companies whose individual policies provided only bare bones coverage until 2010 when the ACA required essential benefits to be included. Insurers would have been able to sell skimpy and cheaper coverage to those willing to gamble. Now, even though the “repeal and replace,” effort failed, we are left with a health law that needs repairs of its own. “Many of the criticisms of the ACA are, in fact, valid,” says RoseAnn DeMoro, executive director of the National Nurses United, the largest union and professional organization of registered nurses. “For all the improvements under the ACA - primarily the expansion of Medicaid and crackdown on some insurance abuses - the ACA still left 28 million without health coverage - and millions more struggling with un-payable bills and escalating out-of-pocket costs.” DeMoro’s assessment hits home to many readers of this column who have complained about higher and higher premiums, sky-high deductibles and coinsurance, and lack of choice. Many have limited choice of doctors, hospitals and other providers in insurers’ restrictive networks. Even worse, in some parts of the country there’s only one insurer to buy from. Those problems stem from the underlying premise of Obamacare itself. The ACA was built on top of the existing private insurance system, which means that it will work only if insurers find it to be good business. As the years went on and sick people with pre-existing conditions flocked to buy coverage, which the law guaranteed they could do, insurers found that Obamacare was not good business. They left the market or made consumers pay more out of
pocket or through higher premiums. The ACA did not provide for any serious cost containment, and the GOP plan didn’t call for any either. Medical inflation continues as doctors, hospitals and drug companies raise their prices, and new expensive medical technology comes on the market before there is good evidence that it works. One consulting actuary put it this way, “Medical inflation will continue until doctors decide they have enough money and don’t raise their fees.” It’s not clear that the country’s divisive politics will allow for any fi x of the ACA’s problems, let alone put any teeth into cost control measures. There could be renewed interest in a public option that could allow people to choose government-sponsored insurance rather than a policy from a commercial carrier. Or maybe there would be a move to let people in their 50s or early 60s buy into Medicare, which could spark the beginning of a movement toward Medicare for All. I’m not betting on any of this right now, but as the failure of the GOP’s “repeal and replace” shows, the public is demanding a seat at the table. How would you fi x the Affordable Care Act? Write to Trudy at trudy. Lieberman@gmail.com.
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Menomonie men sentenced federally for meth distribtution MADISON, WIS. – Two Menomonie men have now been sentenced in U.S. Court for their roles in distributing significant amounts of methamphetamine. Pheng Vang, 32, Menomonie, Wis., was sentenced last week by U.S. District Judge William Conley to 15 years in federal prison, followed by five years of supervised release. Veng pleaded guilty to this charge on November 14, 2016. Vang was held responsible for selling at least 4.5 kilograms of pure methamphetamine during the course of his criminal activities. His sentence was
Juvenile driver hurt in one-vehicle crash BY JESSICA DE LA CRUZ EDITOR@THEAMERYFREEPRESS.COM
A crash involving a 14-year-old driver in the Village of Clear Lake remains under investigation with the Wisconsin State Patrol. According to information released by the Wisconsin Department of Transportation, authorities responded to a one-vehicle crash Friday at approximately 6 p.m. near Clear Lake. The vehicle was traveling eastbound on County Highway A, west of 95th street. The driver lost control of the vehicle where it entered the ditch and over turned. The lone occupant, a 14-year-old driver who was not identified, was not wearing his or her seatbelt. Deer Park Fire Department responded to the scene and the driver had to be extricated from the front passenger seat, and sustained serious but non-life threatening injuries. The subject was transported by ambulance to the Amery Hospital and then flown to Regions Hospital. Assisting agencies included Polk County Sheriff’s Department, Amery EMS, and Deer Park Fire Department .
Appearance date 4-4-17 Craig A. Adair, 62, Luck, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10. Michael E. Antilla, 47, Andover, MN, inattentive driving, $187.90. Ashley N. Bahr, 23, Somerset, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10. Pamela R. Barnard, 45, Grantsburg, speeding in 55 mph zone (1-10 mph), $175.30. Robert J. Biedler, 30, Luck, operating while revoked (forfeiture 3rd), $326.50; non-registration of vehicle – auto <10,000 lbs., $175.30. Martin W. Chapman, 52, Balsam Lake, operating while suspended, $200.50. Lori J. Cullen, 62, River Falls, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10. Lacey A. Dashner, 29, Milltown, operating while suspended, $200.50.
enhanced because officers found guns at the farm in Colfax where much of the methamphetamine activity took place. In addition to this conviction, the defendant has an extensive criminal history, consisting of drug and alcohol offenses, property crimes, and crimes of violence. Last month, co-conspirator Pao Hang, 30, Menomonie, Wis., was given a lesser federal sentence of 40 months followed by five years of supervised release. Hang pleaded guilty to this offense on January 12, 2017. Judge Conley of the U.S. District
Court found Hang responsible for distributing approximately 41 grams of very pure methamphetamine, but ultimately concluded that he was less culpable than his co-defendant, Pheng Vang, Hang was on probation for two alcohol-related offenses at the time he committed the crimes in this case. In sentencing Vang, Judge Conley was troubled that Vang exploited drug addicted individuals in a callous way. It also appeared to Judge Conley that the defendant was more interested in earning easy money that earning legitimate money.
The charge against Vang was the result of an investigation conducted by the Wisconsin Department of Justice, Division of Criminal Investigation; West Central Drug Task Force; Dunn, Eau Claire, Chippewa, and St. Croix County Sheriffs’ Offices; Menomonie and Eau Claire Police Departments; and La Crosse County Emergency Response Team. The prosecution of the case has been handled by Assistant U.S. Attorney Elizabeth Altman.
Reports in Support of Probable Cause Polk County Sheriff’s Department Monday, April 10, 2017 Reimando Pagen, 54, Webster was arrested on April 6 for a revocation order/probation warrant. Robert B. Gilliland, 44, Dresser was arrested on April 6 for a Community Corrrections warrant. Christopher L. Eck, 25, Osceola was arrested on April 8 for a probation hold. Andrew E. Wellman, 26, Webster was arrested on April 8 for three municipal warrants. Russell A. Shingleton, 39, Amery was arrested on April 7 for possession of a stimulant drug, two counts of felony bail jumping. Tammy J. Levy, 49, St. Croix Falls
was arrested on April 7 for domestic disorderly conduct. Danielle T. Steele, 25, St. Paul was arrested on April 8 for obstructing/ resisting, attempted battery to law enforcement, and harassment to police animals. Janis D. Howie, 23, Balsam Lake was arrested on April 9 for bail jumping. Jamie M. Peters, 38, Spring Lake Park was arrested on April 4 for felony bail jumping. Alberto Marroquin Sanchez, 26, Dresser was arrested on April 4 for operating without a valid license (second offense). Lauren R. Houston, 23, St. Croix Falls was arrested on April 3 for disorderly conduct.
Lowell J. Peterson III, 26, Osceola was arrested on April 4 for disorderly conduct, marijuana possession and possession of drug paraphernalia. Andrew D. Evans, 28, Brooklyn Park was arrested on April 6 for obstructing. Raphael G. Pinger, 61, Amery was arrested on April 6 for domestic disorderly conduct. Jamison C. Schlossser, 44, Clear Lake was arrested on April 9 for operating without a motorcycle endorsement, OWI 1 and speeding (60 in a 30).
Amery Police Report 03/31/2017 – 04/06/2017 03/31/17, 12:22AM, Juvenile call 03/31/17, 01:17AM, Assist citizen 03/31/17, 03:53AM, Assist other agency 03/31/17, 09:00AM, Juvenile call 03/31/17, 09:40AM, Welfare check 03/31/17, 11:30AM, Noise complaint 03/31/17, 08:28PM, Suspicious activity 03/31/17, 11:01PM, Assist EMS 04/01/17, 12:01AM, Noise complaint 04/01/17, 08:30AM, Vandalism report 04/01/17, 06:45PM, Suspicious activity 04/01/17, 08:25PM, Assist other agency 04/01/17, 08:38PM, Mental health call
04/01/17, 11:11PM, Business alarm 04/02/17, 05:20PM, Juvenile call 04/03/17, 08:15AM, Disturbance 04/04/17, 07:01AM, Assist other agency 04/04/17, 09:03AM, Juvenile call 04/04/17, 10:36AM, Disturbance 04/04/17, 12:18PM, Animal control call 04/04/17, 01:35PM, Juvenile disturbance 04/04/17, 02:15PM, Disturbance 04/04/17, 04:36PM, Vehicle lockout 04/04/17, 04:45PM, Suspicious activity 04/04/17, 05:26PM, Animal control call
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Richard P. Davis, 34, Milltown, exceeding speed zones (16-19 mph), $200.50; operate without valid license (1st violation), $200.50. Richard A. D. Kirkwood, 22, Forest Lake, MN, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10. Jonathan E. Ellington, 42, Frederic, non-registration of vehicle – auto <10,000 lbs., $175.30. Emily H. Foster, 21, Stacy, MN, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10. James H. Fox, 65, Clear Lake, inattentive driving, $187.90. Ashley A. Franko, 25, Clayton, speeding in 55 mph zone (11-15 mph), $175.30. Karl I. Giles, 37, Frederic, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10. Robert E. Gotch, 57, Afton, MN, operate without valid license b/c expiration, $162.70; unlawful U/Y turn-control intersection, $175.30.
Charles C. Hill Jr., 43, Frederic, speeding in 55 mph zone (11-15 mph), $175.30. Randi Hunter, 24, Siren, operating a motor vehicle without insurance, $200.50; operating while suspended, $200.50. Curtis M. Jones, 31, Milltown, operate without valid license (1st violation), $200.50. Jared D. Joyner, 35, Duluth, MN, speeding in 55 mph zone (16-19 mph), $200.50. Richardo J. J. Frausto, 28, Amery, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $200.50; operate without valid license (1st violation), $10. Trevor A. Kush, 18, Amery, speeding in 55 mph zone (1-10 mph), $175.30. Kevin P. Lindus, 61, Luck, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10. James T. Morgan, 25, Hudson, failure to yield right of way, $175.30.
04/04/17, 10:13PM, Traffic complaint 04/05/17, 02:25PM, Assist other agency 04/05/17, 03:10PM, Welfare check 04/05/17, 04:18PM, Mental health call 04/05/17, 08:00PM, Animal control call 04/05/17, 10:05PM, Motor vehicle accident 04/06/17, 05:50PM, Assist other agency.
Nicholas A. Murphy, 32, Balsam Lake, operating while suspended, $200.50; speeding in 55 mph zone (25-29 mph), $250.90; operating a motor vehicle without insurance, $200.50. Leonora E. Nehring, 47, Centuria, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10. Daniel J. Roberts, 34, Minneapolis, MN, operate without valid license (1st violation), $200.50. Cody S. Schostek, 29, Balsam Lake, non-registration of vehicle – auto <10,000 lbs., $175.30; exceeding speed zones (1-10 mph), $175.30. Landon K. Shelby, 26, Amery, OU, $100. Johnathon B. Will, 30, Amery, failure to keep vehicle under control, $213.10. Charity L. Zeimet, 37, Centuria, deposit or discharge solid waste on public or private property (>30 gallons), $200.
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long and two empty dynamite boxes. Perhaps the greatest damage done was that to the farm home of Phil Benton, a short ways from the scene. All the windows on the east end of the house were knocked out by the blast and some plaster parted company with the wall in one of the rooms. Richard Johnson, who resides about four miles from the scene, also stated that he felt the concussion. A slight reverberation of the blast was felt in Amery.
Clear Lake School Squabble Many of our readers will be interested in the controversy, which is being waged at present between the different factions of the Union Free High School District of Clear Lake. In the fall of 1920, the Union Free High School District of Clear Lake was organized and in December of that year, the State Supt. issued a certificate of establishment of the new district. This district, which contains 64 sq. miles is composed of 36 sections in the town of Clear Lake, 16 sections in the town of Black Brook and 12 sections in the town of Forest. The latter being in St. Croix County caused resentment among the taxpayers of that township as they objected to paying taxes in Polk County while living in St. Croix County. As we understand it this is where the trouble started. This faction began action in March 1921 to declare the proceeding void. In the trial that followed in the circuit court of this county, Kennedy & Yates won the case for the district at the same time that they won similar cases for Centuria and Frederic. The Forest element, still being resentful, have now employed three of the best attorneys at their command and the three cases are now pending. One case will be tried in St. Croix County April 13 and the other two in this county April 17th. Kennedy & Yates are defending the district and the outcome is being watched with much interest. In the meantime the school board has borrowed $85,000 from a bonding company, and $25,000 from the state and the contracts have been let for the erection of a new school building.
Summer Resort King Injured Getting his hand caught in a cogwheel just as he had begun the operation of his new sawmill was the unfortunate experience of C. L. Wilcox of Hunky Dory Farm, Monday afternoon. He was brought to this city to have the injured hand dressed. While the lacerations are deep and extremely painful, he feels that he is in luck, after all, to not lose the three fingers, which are so badly hurt.
B. B. Women Seriously Injured Mrs. Gust Nelson of Black Brook met with a most distressing accident Saturday. While out in the barn with her husband as he was doing chores, she stepped to one side to dodge a fork full of hay thrown from the haymow. In doing so, she struck her head on the edge of a supply tank, the force of which threw her on the floor breaking her leg. The injured woman was brought to the Polk County Hospital where the broken bones were set and several stitches were taken in the scalp wound.
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Amery Main Street in 1908
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This is a great photo of Amery’s Main Street back in 1908. Notice the water tower for the Soo Line railroad in the upper left. Not much was going on past the railroad tracks in 1908. The unsightly poles that lined main street were moved to the alleys back in April of 1932. Mr. E. J. Schneider owned the beautiful building on the right. This building was the Amery Mercantile Co. In December of 1907 the old wooden structure was destroyed by fire and a few weeks later this beautiful new structure was built. You can also see the Danielson Drug building across the street. Charles Danielson upon graduation from pharmacy school, responded to a request for a pharmacist to open a pharmacy department in Schneider’s Amery Mercantile Store in 1900. With the help of Mr. Schneider, Danielson purchased the building across the street and moved the pharmacy to that location in July of 1902.
90 Years Ago April 14, 1927 Leg Broken at School Anton, son of Tony Donacker of Turtle Lake, Route 2, while playing near a slide on the playground at school Friday, met with a very painful accident. The slide came down and fell on him breaking his right leg below the knee. He was brought to Amery Tuesday where he received medical attention and was X-rayed. He returned to his home Tuesday.
Breaks Bones in Foot Oscar Reed of Wanderoos dropped the side of a wagon box on his right foot at his home Saturday breaking some bones.
Amery Men Get Jail Sentence Severt Rude and Harold Rude were arrested last Sunday evening for possession of liquor and brought before Judge McGinnis Monday morning and sentenced them to a $200 fine for the former and $100 fine for the latter. The fine not being paid, they were taken to the county jail for 60 and 30 days respectively.
85 Years Ago April 14, 1932 Ice Out A Week Late The ice in the Twin Lakes in this city broke up Monday afternoon and evening and while there was some ice still in the lake the break-up is recorded for the 11th of April. This is five days later than last year, when the ice went out on April 6th, according to records kept by Mrs. C. H. Johnson.
75 Years Ago The following is an excerpt from an article written about
the Winchesters’ in Feb. of 1942 Mayor and Mrs. W. W. Winchester Celebrate 50 Years Mayor and Mrs. W. W. Winchester of Amery are real pioneers, a highly respected couple who have crossed that great milestone in every couple’s life – their 50th wedding anniversary. They married at Turtle Lake on Feb. 24, 1892 by Rev. G. W. Pepper, and they came direct to Amery to live. They have seen Amery grow from a village of sawmills into a city of fine industries and surrounded by the best dairy farmers in the country. No couple has been more active and solicitous of the welfare of their city and their neighbors, than the Winchesters. Mr. Winchester has served in practically every city office, and has been chairman of the Polk County Board of Supervisors. He has been ever watchful of the taxpayers’ money at all times. Mrs. Winchester has been faithful in church and Woman’s Club affairs, and has seen the Amery club organize and grow, and has had a big part in it. As city clerk of the village, Mayor Winchester took Amery’s first census incident to the incorporation of the village over 50 years ago. And he remembers the actual census – a population of 912 persons with five busy sawmills. But with the sawmills gone and the farms opened up he has seen Amery grow to nearly 1500 population, the busy center of an equally busy and thriving dairy industry. Mr. and Mrs. Winchester always have been fine boosters for Amery as a splendid community in which to live. Mr. Winchester was born in Warren County, PA. Sept. 8, 1865, the last year of the Civil War. His father was a New York City baker for many years and took Horace Greely’s advice to go west, so the family moved to Illinois when Mayor
Winchester was a year old. The father farmed. He later went to Sauk County, Wis. and in 1870 came to Barron County, taking a homestead there. Mrs. Winchester was born in Hillsburg, Ontario, on March 19, 1822. She was living in Turtle Lake at the time of her marriage. Before their marriage Mr. Winchester had established a thriving jewelry business and maintained a splendid store until the dark year of 1933 when people had no money to buy jewelry. He was an expert optometrist however, and he made his offices in the Danielson Drug block, and they are still located there. In addition to his optical profession Mr. Winchester still handles jewelry and the leading makes of watches and diamonds.
70 Years Ago April 17, 1947 Dynamiters Blast Wapogasset Dam While the Public Service Commission has authorized a new dam and spillway just slightly lower than the present structure, some person or persons unknown took matters in their own hands early Wednesday morning and set off three charges of dynamite. From the appearance of the damage, the work was done by amateurs, in the art of dynamiting. Altogether three heavy blasts were heard and felt in the Wapogasset area, little actual damage was done. The dynamite was so placed that practically all the power went upward instead of down into the spillway itself. The top of the spillway was badly cracked from the concussion, however. First blast of the successive explosions occurred at 8:30 a.m. on Wednesday. On the scene was a fuse from 8 to 10 ft.
Anyone along the avenue could sense something out of the ordinary had happened in Kindergarten the other day. Members of that unit came down the street with a gleam in their eyes and packages under their arms. And what could be more fitting for the contents of that bundle with Easter being just around the corner, but three little chicks. Each Kindergartener received these tiny chirpers from Mrs. Art Anderson of the Capital Breeding Farm just north of Amery.
Was a Lovely Spring… From a high of 61 degrees Tuesday to a low of 29 in just a few short hours is the story of springtime around these parts. Wednesday morning found Tuesday’s rain shower cooling off to a snowy drizzle, but then who wanted it so warm anyway!
60 Years Ago April 18, 1957 Lost In Woods Four Hours It was a “cold and scared” Sharon Sather who was finally found Saturday afternoon after spending nearly four hours lost in the woods near her home four miles northwest of Deronda. Her father, Glenn, and children went into the woods about 1:30 p.m., Saturday to get some wood. Sharon was gone only a little while when she complained of being cold, so her father sent the nine-year-old Deronda third grader home. Sharon, however, became confused by the woods and lost her way. About 3:30 the other Sather children returned home and asked for Sharon. Then a “concerned” Mrs. Sather called for help. All told, 15 people joined a searching party that began hunting for Sharon. They searched the woods, nearby Lake Wapogasset shoreline and a small lake on the Sather farm, but all to no avail. At 5:30 p.m., Glenn Sather found his daughter at the Elmer Hillberry farm, sitting on the house steps playing with a dog – cold and scared but otherwise none the worse for wear.
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METH: Schimel says meth could soon overtake heroin as Wisconsin’s drug of choice ‘Tank Chocoloate,’ as it was called, kept tired pilots awake Schimel opened his speech and German soldiers euphoric. “Today’s users consume by declaring that he would henceforth refer to northwest methamphetamine that is one thousand times more potent Wisconsin as ‘God’s country.’ “Meth has always been a than the dose taken by World God’s country problem,” he War II soldiers. That’s frightsaid. “Statewide we are well ening,” Schimel exclaimed. He went on to outaware of the efline the pitfalls of a fects of the opinew and more difate epidemic. But ficult kind of drug some of you in war. God’s country “We used to find a describe meth as half dozen crack useven worse. And ers and they would you’re getting hit all point to the with both.” same drug house. Unlike heroThe problem now,” in’s lethal conseas Schimel raisquences, meth’s Brad Schimel es a cell phone, “is danger lies in the Wisconsin Attorney General that THIS is a drug destruction it crehouse. They don’t go ates. Now twelve years removed from statewide to a drug house anymore. By legislation that helped crack the time we’re calling it, that down on local meth labs, meth phone is thrown away. “With opiates there’s a comis back—in a big way. “Unfortunately it’s a giant mon and predictable pattern. game of ‘Whack-A-Mole’ be- Eighty percent start by becomcause the Mexican drug cartels ing addicted to prescription simply rolled in and took over painkillers. There is no typical way someone finds themself production,” said Schimel. “Ninety five percent of our enslaved by meth. “There is so much money to methamphetamine is imported from Mexico,” he continued. be made that for every traffick“It’s more potent, it’s more ad- er we take out there’s another dictive, it’s more destructive, waiting to jump in. They’re and it’s cheaper. The dealers seeking more and more potent will even offer you free sam- forms because they’re desperples to get you hooked. All of ately trying to chase the dragthis is a perfect storm, and we on and match that first high. They will fail in that quest. had better brace ourselves.” In highlighting details of a They will never catch the dragnewly released 2016 Wiscon- on. And they need our help to sin Methamphetamine Study, stop trying.” While Schimel believes that Schimel reviewed a long history of the substance, including having adequate police reit’s wide used by the German sources is important, he addmilitary during World War II. ed, “We will not arrest our way FROM PAGE ONE
‘It’s overwhelming all of your systems, from the jails to the foster homes.’
Information from the Wisconsin Department of Corrections shows that the number of inmates statewide being incarcerated for simple meth possession has tripled since 2011.
A graph shown during the summit shows the proportion of meth cases to heroin cases up to 2015. Although 2016 stats have not yet been released, on its current trajectory, Attorney General Brad Schimel estimates meth cases will soon overtake heroin cases in Wisconsin.
On the front lines Polk County was well represented at the Northwoods Coalition Methamphetamine Summit on April 3. Left to right are Rachel Anderson and Brooke Whitley with Department of Children and Families, Andy Brown-Elementary counselor with Unity School District, Alissa Morine with Polk County Probation, Peggy Gilbertson and Sasha Lundgren with Child Protection, Wendy Bauman with Polk County Public Health, Tim Strohbusch-Clear Lake Police Chief, Michelle Gullickson with Criminal Justice Coordinating Council (CJCC), Grant Pickard-Clayton Police Chief, Jeff Kemp-Polk County District Attorney, and Kayla Woody with Balsam Lake Police Department. Not pictured are Sharon Foss and Patricia Willems of the CJCC.
out of a drug epidemic.” “I liken this to a sinking boat. Law enforcement and treatment providers are in that boat, and they are throwing buckets of water out as fast as they can. But there’s a big hole in the bottom. And it’s only going to be patched by prevention. We have got to stop the flow of new people coming in. We need to take on awareness and prevention in a powerful way.” Northwoods Coalition officials were excited to unveil a newly created logo during the summit, a graphic that will help unite many smaller coalitions toward that common goal of methamphetamine awareness. Pointing to data from within the state study, Schimel says our problems are far from over. “We found that meth has surged between 250 and 300 percent between 2011 and 2015, and we see no signs that it’s likely to subside. Human service departments in meth-affected counties have seen dramatic increases in placement due to meth abuse. Those placements are devastating county budgets, and making it harder to fight on the prevention front. “This is not just a public safety or law enforcement problem. It’s taxing the resources of law enforcement, jails, treatment providers, child protection, public health, health care, educators—everybody. It’s overwhelming all of your systems, from the jails to the foster homes.” But it’s not all doom and gloom. Schimel says there’s been significant work done in the past four to six months. Many local coalition meetings, including one held in Rice Lake in December, have generated good ideas. Partnerships have been formed with Minnesota and Wisconsin agencies. And a new local drug task force will be dedicated just for meth.
“We ended up getting the largest grant in America thanks to the information we learned from talking with you here in God’s country,” said Schimel. Local law enforcement will
‘We used to find a half dozen crack users and they would all point to the same drug house. The problem now,’ (as he raises a cell phone), ‘is that THIS is a drug house.’ Brad Schimel Wisconsin Attorney General benefit from some of that $1.5 million grant, which will help offset crime lab resources and law enforcement overtime, among other things. “Turns out that dope dealers don’t work a regular nine to five shift,” added Schimel. He hopes that legislators can be talked into spending money on this issue as well, particularly when it comes to making substance-abuse treatment financially feasible for providers. “We need to pay treatment providers better so they’re attracted to it. Going into the AODA (Alcohol and Other Drug Abuse) world is not paying very well. And we need to change that. We need to look at treating AODA issues just like
treating cancer or any other medical issue.” Schimel is hopeful that it can be done, pointing to events like local summits that have helped tear down silos between organizations, and the recent Heroin Opioid Prevention Education (HOPE) legislation that passed unanimously. “Meth also gives us an opportunity for that kind of unity. This problem knows no socioeconomic, ethnic, racial or political boundaries. It’s everybody’s problem. Any of our kids could be the next one.” Northwood’s Coalition members plan to use outcomes from discussion at the summit to help develop a regional plan for action. More information will be released in the coming months. Wisconsin’s 2016 Methamphetamine study can be found online at theameryfreepress. com. Don’t miss Amery’s next scheduled Drug Take-Back Day, April 29 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Amery Police Department.
NEED HELP? Need help with addiction? Assistance through Polk County Health is confidential and cannot be discussed with law enforcement. Call 715-485-8402 for local access to substance abuse and mental health services. For 24hour assistance, call the AODA crisis line at 888-552-6642.
WHAT IS METH? Methamphetamine (aka “speed,” “crank,” “ice,” “meth”) is a powerful, illegally-produced stimulant that attacks the central nervous system. It comes in various forms and can be eaten, drank, snorted, smoked, or injected. A person will become fixated on and relentlessly pursue an experience equal to their first high, an unachievable phenomenon referred to as “chasing the dragon.” Symptoms of use include nervousness, compulsive behavior, irritability, anger, aggressiveness, hallucinations, paranoia, depression with suicidal tendencies, seizures, heart attacks and strokes. Meth use causes skin ulcerations and infection as a result of the addict picking at imaginary bugs.
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AMERY FREE LUTHERAN, 1 mile west of golf course on CTH F, Eric Christenson, pastor www.ameryflc.org Every Sunday: 9 a.m. Sunday school for ages 3 to 103; 10:15 a.m. Worship Service; nursery available during worship. Every Wednesday: 7 p.m Youth Group. Call the church office for details 715-268-9218 APPLE RIVER COMMUNITY, 942 Hwy. 8, Amery Justin Hosking, pastor Sunday: 9:30 a.m. Hymn Sing; 10 a.m. Coffee & Fellowship; 10:30 a.m. Worship/Children’s Church. Wednesday: 10 a.m. Men’s Bible Study; 5:30 p.m. One-Way Club. BALSAM LUTHERAN, 1115 Mains Crossing, Amery Wednesday, April 12: 9 a.m. Bible Study; 6 p.m. Confirmation class. Thursday, April 13: 7 p.m. Maundy Thursday service with Communion at Balsam. Friday, April 14: 7 p.m. Good Friday service at Elim. Easter Sunday, April 16: 8:45-10 a.m. Easter Breakfast; 9:30 a.m. Property Committee; 10:15 a.m. Easter Worship with Holy Communion. Tuesday, April 8: 8:30 a.m. Quilting. CENTERPOINT, 740 Maple Drive, St. Croix Falls (High school) Dick Enerson, pastor Sunday: 10-11:15 a.m. Worship celebration; Children’s church (SuperKidz) age 4-5th grade; Nursery (KidzKorner) birth-3 years. Cell Groups (small group Bible studies) offered throughout the week. CHURCH OF CHRIST, St. Croix Falls Jack Philips, evangelist Sunday: 9:30 a.m. Bible Study; 10:45 a.m. Worship. Wednesday: 7 p.m. Bible Study and Devotions. CLEAR LAKE UNITED METHODIST, John Hazen, pastor Sunday: 8:30 a.m. Worship. Wednesday: 5:30 p.m. Meal for all; 6 p.m. Church school. CONGREGATIONAL, 201 N. Harriman Ave., Amery Barry Schaefer, pastor Wednesday, April 13: 6 p.m. Re-enactment of the Last Supper and Communion. Friday, April 14: 7 p.m. Good Friday Community service at Amery Free Lutheran. Easter Sunday, April 16: 8 a.m. MT17 Youth Sonrise Service followed by Easter Breakfast; 10 a.m. Easter Celebration Worship. Monday, April 17: 9:30 a.m. Senior Dining Hall opens; 6:30 p.m. Dinner Theatre rehearsal; 7 p.m. Boy Scouts. Tuesday, April 18: 6:30 a.m. Men’s Bible Study; 9:30 a.m. Senior Dining Hall opens; 6:30 p.m. Dinner Theatre rehearsal.
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St. Joseph Catholic Church, Amery, and Our Lady of the Lakes Catholic Church, Balsam Lake, extends an open invitation to all to attend
HOLY WEEK SERVICES
Holy Thursday - April 13, Mass 6:30 p.m. at St. Joseph Catholic Good Friday - April 14, 12:30 p.m. at St. Joseph Catholic Holy Saturday - April 15 - Easter Vigil Mass 8 p.m. at St. Joseph Catholic Easter Sunday - April 16 The Resurrection of the Lord 8:30 a.m. Mass at Our Lady of the Lakes 10:30 a.m. Mass at St. Joseph Catholic Rev. Gene Murphy and the Parish Community extend a blessed and joyful Easter season to all
DEER PARK UNITED METHODIST, John Hazen, pastor Sunday: 11 a.m. Worship. DERONDA LUTHERAN, 1239 65th Ave., Amery Lori Peper, pastor 715-268-9577 Thursday, April 13: 5 p.m. Maundy Thursday Seder Meal at Deronda; 6:30 p.m. Combined Worship Service at Deronda. Friday, April 14: 10 a.m. Good Friday service at Golden Age Manor with Pastor Lori; 6:30 p.m. Good Friday combined worship at Trinity. Easter Sunday, April 16: 8 a.m. Worship at Trinity; 9:30 a.m. Worship at Deronda; 11 a.m. Worship at Little Falls. See our website for up-to-date scheduling www.deronda church.net EAST BALSAM BAPTIST, 1816 108th St./CTH I, Balsam Lake, Gabriel Brennan, pastor www.eastbalsam.org 715-857-5411 Sunday: 9 a.m. Worship service; 10:30 a.m. Sunday school. Tuesday: Women’s Ministry; 9 a.m. Bible Study. EAST IMMANUEL LUTHERAN, south of Amery on Hwy. 46 then west on 20th Ave., Kathy Pennington, pastor Wednesday, April 12: 7 p.m. Council. Thursday, April 13: 7 p.m. Maundy Thursday service. Friday, April 14: 7 p.m. Good Friday service. Easter Sunday, April 16: 8:30 a.m. Breakfast; 10:30 a.m. Worship. Tuesday, April 18: 9 a.m. Quilting; 5 p.m. Serve at Serenity Home. EAST LINCOLN ALLIANCE, 735 70th Ave., Amery 715-268-2350 www.eastlincolnalliance.com Eric Danielson and Randy Schussman, pastors Sunday: 8:45 a.m. Prayer Meeting; 9 a.m. Coffee and Fellowship; 9:30 a.m. Worship service. Child Care and Discovery Land for children are provided during Worship service. Small groups meet throughout the week. Contact the church office for further details. Recharge for Middle and High School students, 6 p.m. every Wednesday. EL SALEM BAPTIST/TWIN FALLS CHRISTIAN CENTER, Dresser, Darryl R. Olson, pastor Sunday 9:30 a.m. Sunday school; 10:35 a.m. Worship; 6 p.m. Sunday evening. Wednesday: 7 p.m. Bible Study. ELIM LUTHERAN, Range Sunday: 8:30 a.m. Worship. Holy Communion 1st and 3rd Sundays. FAITH LUTHERAN (ELCA), 301 1st Ave. East, Balsam Lake , Diane Norstad, pastor Sunday: 9:30 a.m. Sunday worship; 10:40 a.m. Sunday school. Wednesday evening Confirmation classes.
Balsam Lutheran Church ELCA 1115 Mains Crossing, Amery
5 miles north of Amery just off Cty. Rd. H or just south of Hwy. 8 just off Cty. Rd. H.
Elim Lutheran Church, Range Join us for Worship during Holy Week and Easter Maundy Thursday Worship with Communion April 13 at 7 p.m. Balsam
Good Friday Worship April 14 at 7 p.m. Elim
Easter April 16 Worship Services w/Communion
8:30 a.m. Service at Elim 9:00 a.m. Breakfast at Balsam 10:15 a.m. Service at Balsam
FAITH LUTHERAN (ELCA), 134 Prentice St. S, Clayton Margaret Grant, pastor Sunday: 9 a.m. Sunday school; 9:45 a.m. Worship; 10:45 a.m. Fellowship. Men’s Bible Study 2nd Sunday 6 p.m. Mission Quilting Tuesdays 9 a.m. FIRST LUTHERAN, 240 Elm St., Amery Tim Bjorge, pastor Wednesday, April 12: 5 p.m. Church in Society; 7 p.m. Church Council. Thursday, April 13: 8 a.m. Bible Study at Ida Mae’s; 8:30 a.m. Quilters; 6 p.m. Seder Meal for First Communion Families; 7 p.m. Worship; 7 p.m. Al Anon. Friday, April 14: 1 p.m. Worship. Sunday, April 16: 8 and 9:30 a.m. Worship. Monday, April 17: 10 a.m.-10 p.m. ARQG meeting. Tuesday, April 18: 6:30 a.m. Women’s Bible Study; 6:30 p.m. Sons of Norway. FIRST LUTHERAN (LCMC), 811 South Ave. W, Clear Lake www.firstluthclearlake.com Bryan S. Anderson, pastor Thursday, April 13: 11 a.m. Priscilla Circle at Maple Manor; 2 p.m. Joanna Circle at Ridgeview Apartments; 7 p.m. Maundy Thursday service with Holy Communion (First Communion for 5th graders). Friday, April 14: 7 p.m. Community Good Friday service at United Covenant Church. Saturday, April 15: 7 a.m. Men’s Bible Study; 9 a.m. Youth Easter Breakfast set-up. Easter Sunday: Sunday, April 16: 7 and 10 a.m. Easter Sunday service with Holy Communion; 8-9:30 a.m. Easter Breakfast; No Sunday school. Tuesday, April 18: 9 a.m. Quilting; 9 a.m. Pastor at Clergy meeting. FIRST PRESYTERIAN, 719 Nevada St., St. Croix Falls Barbara Anne Keely, pastor Sunday: 10:15 a.m. Coffee and Fellowship; 11 a.m. Worship. Holy Week Schedule We do things just a bit differently here at First Presbyterian Church but it works for us…here is our schedule: HOLY WEEK: Maundy Thursday/Good Friday Service: Friday, April 14, 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm Easter Sunday: April 16, worship will be at 11:00 am Please join us in this Lenten journey, we would love to have you, and we’ll have the coffee on…we are the “church in the pines” at 719 Nevada Street. 715.483.3550. FOREST UNITED METHODIST, John Hazen, pastor Sunday: 9:45 a.m. Worship. FULL GOSPEL LIGHTHOUSE, Graytown Merlin Burton, pastor Sunday: 10:30 a.m. Sunday school; 11 a.m. Worship. GEORGETOWN LUTHERAN-ELCA, 877 190th Ave. Co. Rd. G, Balsam Lake (Fox Creek) 715-857-5580 serving@georgetownlutheran.net Pastor Diane House Sunday: 9:15 a.m. Sunday school; 10:30 a.m. Worship; Communion 1st and 3rd Sunday.
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Palm Sunday, April 1313 Maundy Thursday, April 6 p.m. Re-enactment of the Procession the Palms10 a.m. Last Supperofand Communion
Maundy Thursday, April 17 Good Friday Community
Service at and Amery Upper Room Supper Communion Free Lutheran 6 p.m. Roast Lamb Dinner and April 14, 7 p.m. Open to all Communion Service Easter - Sunday, April 16 8 a.m. “Son” Rise Service followed by Easter Breakfast a.m. Easter “Son” Rise Service 108a.m. Celebration Worship 8:45 a.m. Easter Breakfast
Easter - Sunday, April 20 10 a.m. Celebration Congregational ChurchChurch Congregational 201 Harriman Ave. North, Amery 201 Harriman Ave. North, Amery Information? Call 715-268-7390
Information? Call 715-268-7390
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AREA CHURCHES CONTINUED GRACE LUTHERAN - WELS, 460 4th St., Clear Lake, 715-263-2164 Ellery W. Groth, pastor 715-491-4330 Sunday service 10:15 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. Good Friday Worship service at 5:30 p.m. IMMANUEL LUTHERAN, 65th Ave., rural Clayton Margaret Grant, pastor Immanuel: 8:30 a.m. Worship. JOURNEY CHURCH (formerly First Baptist), 131 Broadway St., Amery 715-268-2223 office@journeychurch.city Sunday: Worship service 9-10:15 a.m. Nursery is available for ages 0-3 anytime, ages 3-4 during the sermon only; 10:30-11:30 a.m. All Ages Sunday school, nursery is available for ages 0-3. Monday: 1:30-2:30 Moms in Prayer Group (during the school year). Wednesday: 6-7:30 p.m. Kids Club Remix, ages Pre-K-5th grade, meets in the church, free dinner at 6 p.m; 6-7:30 p.m. DW Youth Group, grades 6th-12th, meets in the church at 6 p.m. for free dinner and then in the Teen Center for the remainder of the time. Saturday: 7-8 a.m. Men’s Bible Study at Ida Mae’s. LITTLE FALLS LUTHERAN, 1272 44th Ave., Amery Lori Peper, pastor 715-268-9577 Thursday, April 13: 5 p.m. Combined Community Seder Meal at Deronda; 6:30 p.m. Maundy Thursday worship service at Deronda. Friday, April 14: 10 a.m. Good Friday service at Golden Age Manor with Pastor Lori; 6:30 p.m. Combined worship at Trinity. Easter Sunday, April 16: 8 a.m. Worship at Trinity; 9:30 a.m. Worship at Deronda; 11 a.m. Worship at Little Falls. See our website for up-to-date scheduling www.little fallschurch.net
Holy Week Services at
Holy Week Services at Redeemer Lutheran Church Redeemer Lutheran Church PALM SUNDAY, April 13, Worship Service 9:30 a.m.
Holy Week Services MAUNDY THURSDAY, Aprilat17 HOLY THURSDAY, April 13 Service with Holy Communion at 7 p.m. Redeemer Lutheran Church Service with Holy Communion 7 p.m. GOOD FRIDAY, AprilService 18 at9:30 PALM SUNDAY, April 13, Worship a.m. GOOD FRIDAY, Service at 7 p.m.April 14 MAUNDY THURSDAY, April 17 Service at 7 p.m. SUNDAY, April at 207 p.m. ServiceEASTER with Holy Communion 7 a.m. Sunrise Service w/Holy Communion EASTER April GOOD SUNDAY, FRIDAY, April 18 16 8 a.m. Easter Service Breakfastw/Holy - free-willCommunion donation 7 a.m. Sunrise Service at 7 p.m. 9:30 a.m. Festival Service with Holy Communion 8 a.m. Easter Breakfast - free-will EASTER SUNDAY, April 20 donation a.m.Service Easter Service with 7 a.m.9:30 Sunrise w/Holy Communion 600 Keller Ave. S, Amery 715-268-7283 8 a.m. Easter Breakfast - free-will donation Holy Communion “Sharing God’s love through Jesus Christ” 9:30 a.m. Festival Service with Holy Communion
Redeemer Lutheran Church Redeemer Lutheran Church 600 Keller Ave. S, Amery 715-268-7283 “Sharing God’s love through Jesus Christ”
LIVING WORD CHAPEL, Hwy 64 at Forest Randy Dean, pastor Sunday: 8:45-9:45 a.m. Sunday school; 10 am. Main service. Wednesday: 7:30 pm. Adults and Teen Ministry. MENNONITE CHURCH, 1681 6 1/2 St., Co. Hwy. P North, Almena, 715-357-3321 Sunday: 10 a.m. Sunday school, all ages; 10:45 a.m. Sunday worship service; 7:45 p.m. Sunday evening service. MOE LUTHERAN (ELCA), 451 30th St., Clear Lake Sunday: 10 a.m. Fellowship; 11 a.m. Worship; Potluck lunch 2nd Sunday. Men’s Bible Study 2nd Sunday 6 p.m. Women’s Bible Study 2nd Thursday 1:30 p.m. NEW LIFE COMMUNITY, Amery Craig Jorgenson, pastor Sunday: 10 a.m. Worship. Tuesday: 6:30 p.m. Prayer. Wednesday: 6:30 p.m. Youth; 7 p.m. Adult Bible. OTTERCREEK CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP, Glenwood City Civic Center, Jason Taylor, pastor Sunday: 10:30 a.m. Worship; Children’s church, childcare provided. Wednesday Night Prayer. OUR LADY OF THE LAKES CATHOLIC, Balsam Lake Father Eugene Murphy, pastor Masses: Saturday 6 p.m., Sunday 8:30 a.m. OUR SAVIOR’S LUTHERAN, 217 Deronda St., Amery Keith Ruehlow, pastor Thursday, April 13: 8:30 a.m. Bible Study; 1:30 p.m. Martha Circle; 6:30 p.m. Maundy Thursday service. Friday, April 14: 2 and 6:30 p.m. Good Friday services. Saturday, April 15: Set up for breakfast. Easter Sunday, April 16: 7 a.m. Sunrise Easter worship with Holy Communion; 8 a.m. Easter Breakfast; 9:30 a.m. Easter worship service with Holy Communion. Tuesday, April 18: 1 p.m. Quilting; 6:30 p.m. Church Council. PRAIRIEVIEW COVENANT, 1396 210th Ave. (2 miles north of New Richmond on 65) Joe Sir, pastor www.prairieviewchurch.net Sunday: 9 a.m. Sunday school, nursery care; 10 a.m. Worship service, nursery care. REDEEMER LUTHERAN, 600 S. Keller Ave., Amery Tom Hahn, pastor Thursday, April 13: 7 p.m. Holy Thursday worship with Holy Communion. Friday, April 14: 7 p.m. Good Friday service. Easter Sunday, April 16: 7 a.m. Easter Sunrise Service with Holy Communion; 8 a.m. Easter Breakfast; 9:30 a.m. Easter service with Holy Communion. Monday, April 17: 10 a.m. Ladies Bible Study.
REEVE EVANGELICAL FREE, Jct. Barron CTH K & A, Clear Lake, www.reevechurch.org Sunday: 9 am. Worship service; 10:15 a.m. Fellowship Time. Wednesday nights: 6:30-7:30 p.m. Adult Bible Study and Prayer; Kids Club, Jr. & Sr. High Youth Group (Sept.-May). A variety of small groups (AA, men’s & women’s) are also held throughout the week. ST. BARNABAS EPISCOPAL, Clear Lake, Rev. Bob Lyga Sunday: 9:15 a.m. Sunday school; 10:15 a.m. Worship. ST. CROIX UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST FELLOWSHIP, 201 N. Adams, St. Croix Falls 715-483-1113 Sunday: 10 a.m. First, second and third Sunday, 715-5533386. ST. JOHN’S CATHOLIC, Clear Lake, Fr. John Long, pastor Mass: 8 a.m. Wednesday. Mass: 8 a.m. Thursday. Mass: 10:30 a.m. Sunday. ST. JOSEPH CATHOLIC, 1050 Keller Ave. N, Amery Father Eugene Murphy 715-268-7717 www.stjosephamery.org Weekly Mass, Communion service schedule: Saturday 4 p.m. Mass. Sunday 10:30 a.m. Mass. Tuesday 9 a.m. Communion Service. Wednesday 9 a.m. Mass. Thursday: 1st, 2nd and 3rd Thursdays, Communion Service is held at local nursing homes. Friday 9 a.m. Communion Service. Special events: Wednesday, April 13: No Mass or Communion service, No Catholicism, RCIA 6 p.m.; Thursday, April 13: Holy Thursday Mass 6:30 p.m.; Friday, April 14, Good Friday service at 12:30 p.m. at SJ; Saturday, April 15: Holy Saturday Mass at 8 p.m. at SJ; Sunday, April 16: Easter Sunday, Mass 8:30 a.m. at OLL and Mass 10:30 a.m. at SJ; Tuesday, April 18, Office closed, No communion service. ST. JOHN LUTHERAN, Forest, John Wilman, pastor Thursday, April 13: No Bible Study; 7 p.m. Maundy Thursday service with Holy Communion at St. John’s. Friday, April 14: 7 p.m. Good Friday service at St. John. Easter Sunday, April 16: 8 a.m. Easter Worship with Holy Communion; 9 a.m. Coffee fellowship.
Holy Week Worship Schedule Thursday, April 13, 7 p.m.
HOLY THURSDAY WORSHIP WITH HOLY COMMUNION
Friday, April 14, 1 p.m.
Good Friday Community Worship Service
Friday, April 14, 7 p.m. at Amery Free Lutheran Church, 1 mile west of Amery on Cty Rd. F
GOOD FRIDAY WORSHIP
Easter Sunday, April 16
FESTIVAL EASTER WORSHIP 8 and 9:30 a.m. with HOLY COMMUNION
First Lutheran Church 240 Elm St. West, Amery
Sunday, April 16, at 9:30 a.m.
East Lincoln Alliance Church 735 70th Ave, Amery
www.eastlincolnalliance.com 715-268-2350
From Amery, go east on Cty. Rd. F about 2 miles. Take a left on Cty. Rd. J. Church is at the bottom of the hill on your left.
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AREA CHURCHES CONTINUED ST. PAUL LUTHERAN, Deer Park, John Wilman, pastor Thursday, April 13: 7 p.m. Maundy Thursday worship with Holy Communion at St. John’s. Friday, April 14: 7 p.m. Good Friday worship at St. John’s. Easter Sunday, April 16: 8:45 a.m. Sunday school; 9 a.m. Coffee fellowship; 9:30 a.m. Worship with Holy Communion. Tuesday, April 18: 6:30 p.m. Bible Study. SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST, 76 20th Ave., Clear Lake John Redlich, pastor Saturday: 9:30 a.m. Bible Study; 11 a.m. Worship service; Head Elder David Scott 715-263-3367. Mid-week service: Wednesday 7 p.m. THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS (Mormons), 644 S. 6th St., Barron Chapel 715-537-3679 Bishop Kenneth Konesky 715-719-0283 Sunday: Sacrament 10 a.m.; Sunday School/Primary 11:20 a.m.; Priesthood/Relief Society 12:10 p.m.
We invite you to worship with us during Holy Week
MAUNDY THURSDAY April 13, 6:30 p.m. Service
GOOD FRIDAY
April 14, 2 p.m. and 6:30 p.m.
EASTER SUNDAY
April 16 w/Holy Communion 7 a.m. Sunrise Easter Worship Service 8 a.m. Easter Breakfast 9:30 a.m. Easter Worship Service EVERYONE WELCOME
Our Savior’s Lutheran Church 217 Deronda St., Amery
TRINITY LUTHERAN of Garfield, 1578 85th Ave., Amery Lori Peper, pastor 715-268-9577 Thursday, April 13: 5 p.m. Combined Community Seder meal at Deronda; 6:30 p.m. Maundy Thursday worship service at Deronda. Friday, April 14: 10 a.m. Good Friday at Golden Age Manor with Pastor Lori; 6:30 p.m. Combined Good Friday worship service at Trinity. Easter Sunday, April 16: 8 a.m. Worship at Trinity; 9:30 a.m. Worship at Deronda; 11 a.m. Worship at Little Falls. 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 12: 5:45 p.m. Worship Team 3 practice; 6:15 p.m. CREW (Youth Group); 6:30 p.m. Choir rehearsal. Thursday, April 13: 5:30 p.m. Maundy Thursday meal; 6:15 p.m. Communion service. Friday, April 14: 7 p.m. Community Good Friday service. Saturday, April 15: 6 p.m. Easter Cantata performance. Easter Sunday, April 16: 8:30 a.m. Easter Brunch; 10 a.m. Worship Service; Easter Cantata performance during service. Monday, April 17: 5 p.m. Grief Support Group at Crystal Hanson’s. Tuesday, April 18: 8 a.m. Sweet Hour of Prayer; 1 p.m. Study at Ridgeview; 6:45 p.m. Women’s Bible Study at Lynn Pickard’s.
HOLY WEEK SERVICES at Deronda Lutheran Little Falls Lutheran Trinity Lutheran Pastor Lori Peper MAUNDY THURSDAY (April 13) Gather Meal visited by 12 Disciples at Deronda 5 p.m. Combined Worship at Deronda 6:30 p.m. GOOD FRIDAY (April 14) Combined Worship at Trinity 6:30 p.m. EASTER SUNDAY (April 16) 8 a.m. Worship at Trinity 9 a.m. Easter Breakfast at Trinity 9:30 a.m. Worship at Deronda 11 a.m. Worship at Little Falls
Join us for regular worship Sundays 9 a.m. Sunday School 10:15 a.m.
Good Friday Community Worship Service Friday, April 14, at 7 p.m.
Easter Breakfast Sunday, April 16
Sponsored by the Youth of Amery Free Lutheran
Pancakes, eggs and homemade caramel rolls Breakfast served 9 a.m. Free will offering for our youth
Easter Celebration Service at 10:15 a.m.
Amery Free Lutheran Church
Located on Hwy. F 1 mile west of Amery Golf Course Pastor Eric Christenson
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 Thursday, April 13: 7 p.m. Maundy Thursday worship service with Holy Communion. Friday, April 14: 7 p.m. Good Friday worship service. Easter Sunday, April 16: 7 a.m. Sunrise Worship service with Holy Communion; 9:30 a.m. Worship service with Holy Communion. WORD OF LIFE FELLOWSHIP, Clear Lake Patricia and Harlen Wienke, pastors Sunday: 10 a.m. Worship. Tuesday: 9 a.m. Healing Rooms by appointment. Wednesday: 7 p.m. Adult Bible Study.
Call Bette at the Amery Free Press 715-268-8101 with corrections or additions to the church listings belmer@the ameryfreepress.com
Resurrection celebration!
UNITED COVENANT CHURCH Clear Lake
would like to invite you to our Holy Week services HOLY WEEK SCHEDULE *Maundy Thursday, April 13: 5:30 p.m. Maundy Thursday Meal 6:15 p.m. communion Service *Community Good Friday, April 14 7 p.m. at UCC Saturday, April 15: 6 p.m. Easter Cantata “Because He Lives ... Amen!” Sunday, April 16: 8:30 a.m. Easter Brunch 10 a.m. Worship Service with Easter Cantata “Because He Lives” Come join us for a 40-minute dramatic telling by words and music of the Easter Story! Saturday, April 15, 6 p.m. (refreshments following) Sunday, April 16, 10 a.m. During worship service
Holy Week at East Immanuel Lutheran Maundy Thursday - April 13 7 p.m. Worship service with Holy Communion
Good Friday - April 14 7 p.m. Worship Service
Easter Sunday - April 16
7 a.m. Sunrise Worship Service with Holy communion 9:30 a.m. Worship Service with Holy Communion
West Immanuel Lutheran Church 447 180th St., Osceola 715-294-2936 Pastor Rexford Brandt
Thursday, April 13, at 7 p.m. Maundy Thursday Service with Holy Communion
Friday, April 14, 7 p.m. Good Friday Tenebrae Service Sunday, April 16 Easter Breakfast begins at 8:30 a.m. Easter Festival Worship at 10:30 a.m.
East Immanuel Lutheran Church 207 120th St., Amery 715-268-2143
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Gary “Ells” Ellingsworth Gary “Ells” Ellingsworth, age 63, passed away peacefully in his home of Stillwater, MN, in the early hours of April 5th, 2017 surrounded by his loved ones. Gary is survived by his wife, Cheryl; his three sons, Eric (Mollie), Tommy (Erin), Mitchell, and his adored grandson, Nathan. Gary is survived by his siblings, Carolyn Whitehead; Barbara Swager; Gail (Todd S.) Vance; and Tracy (James) Vance. He is survived by his inlaws, Mary Wolff; Ruth Erdmann; Heather (Bob) Johnson; Jane (Jeff) Comeau; Arthur Erdmann, and by his step-family, The Feste’s, which, includes Kathy (Tucker) Hannah. Gary is further survived by many cousins, nieces, nephews, friends, and extended family members. Gary is preceded in death by his parents, Sidney and Vivian Ellingsworth; his step-mother, Josephine Ellingsworth; his brother, Dale; his brother-in-law, Cliff; his nephew Cody; his niece Heather; step-sister, Sandy Larson, and father-in-law, Darrel Wolff. Visitation for Gary “Ells” Ellingsworth was from 4 to 7 p.m. on Monday, April 10 at Bradshaw Funeral Home, 2800 Curve Crest Blvd, Stillwater, MN and 1 hour prior to services on Tuesday in Amery. Funeral Services were at 11 am on Tuesday, April 11, 2017 at the Williamson-White Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 222 Harriman Avenue North, Amery, Wisconsin. A private family interment will take place at the Little Falls Cemetery at a later date. To sign an online guest book and view a video tribute please visit www.williamsonwhite.com Arrangements were made with the Williamson -White Funeral Home and Cremation Services in Amery.
Marion M. Majeske
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Marion M. Majeske, age 90, of Balsam Lake, Wisconsin passed away on April 3, 2017 at Willow Ridge Nursing Home in Amery, Wisconsin after most of her family was able to visit and say goodbye. Marion was born on November 4, 1926 at home in Apple River Township, Wisconsin to Luther and Sarah (Hopkins) Olsen. Marion attended Blake Grade School and later graduated from Milltown High School in 1944. On August 26, 1944 she married Donald Majeske. They had 3 children, Constance (1946), Trudence (1948) and Theodore (1949). They were married for 45 years before Donald passed in September of 1989. Marion enjoyed working on the family dairy farm where she helped with the milking chores in the morning and evening until she was 79. She loved the outdoors, the woods and flowers, and her family and friends. Especially important to her was her faith in God. Some of her many interests and hobbies included gardening, needlework, baking, reading and writing poetry. Marion is preceded in death by her parents, her husband Donald, sister Dorothy and her former daughterin-law, Penny Sura Majeske. She is survived by her children, Constance (Themen) Danielson, Trudence (John) Peach and Theodore (Chris) Majeske; 10 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren. Funeral services were at 11 AM on Saturday, April 8, 2017 at the East Balsam Baptist Church, 1816 108th Street C. Rd I, Balsam Lake, WI, with visitation being held one hour prior to the services at the Church. Interment was at the Bunyan Union Cemetery following the service. To sign an online guest book and view a video tribute please visit www.williamsonwhite.com Arrangements were entrusted to the WilliamsonWhite Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 222 Harriman Avenue North Amery, Wisconsin 54001.
Duane Lowell Beebe, age 83 of Deer Park, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 5, 2017 at Regions Hospital in St. Paul. He was born the son of Burton Benjamin and Nellie Karolin (Matthews) Beebe on June 30, 1933 in Cylon. Duane graduated from New Richmond High School and served his country in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. On May 6, 1961, he married Elaine Virginia Hoogheem at her family’s home in New Richmond. Duane worked many years and eventually took over the Deer Park Auto Body. Following the auto body shop, he worked 21 years at SMC in Somerset, finally retiring at age 81. Duane was known to fix anything and loved old cars, Indian motorcycles as well as an interest in airplanes and helicopters. He enjoyed attending the Wings and Wheels at Osceola and playing euchre at Deers Bar with his euchre partner for 37 years, Joe Carnine. Duane also liked playing cribbage and deer hunting. He loved his family, especially his grandchildren. He will be remembered for enjoying many meals and as he would say, “A good sammich”. Duane will be missed by his wife of 55 years, Elaine; children, Burton (Darlene) Beebe, Karolyn (Leigh) Witthoft, Dwight (LuCinda) Beebe, Matthew (Christy) Beebe, Kristine (Kelly) McNamara; 14 grandchildren, 3 great-grandchildren; many nieces, nephews, in-laws; and friends. He is preceded in death by his parents, Burton and Nellie; infant brother, Dwight; brother, Calvin and his wife, Jean; and in-laws, Leonard and Virginia Hoogheem. A funeral service was held Sunday, April 9, 2017 at 2:00 pm at Trinity United Methodist Church in Deer Park. Visitation was held Saturday, April 8, 2017 from 4-8 pm at Bakken-Young Beebe Chapel in New Richmond and on Sunday from 1-2 pm at the church. Interment will be in Cylon Cemetery. Arrangements are with Bakken-Young Funeral & Cremation Services Beebe Chapel on New Richmond.
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Joyce C. Vold passed away on Sunday, April 9, 2017 with the company of her loving family. She was born July 11, 1932 in Rice Lake, WI to Leslie and Marie (Tobin) Stilley. Joyce left school and home to begin working at a young age, and worked well into her 70's, all the while raising her children mostly on her own. Joyce was an accomplished cook and baker, talented gardener and incredible seamstress. She was independent, outspoken and self-sufficient, and produced many of life's necessities on her own, including canned goods. Joyce enjoyed bird watching and her flower gardens, but her time was best spent with her precious grandchildren. She is survived by her children, Gayle Longseth of Turtle Lake, Mary (Duane) Stuntz of Turtle Lake, Lisa Jennrich of Milltown, Susan Vold (Eric Germain) of Dresser, Mark (Shandra) Vold of Amery and Nichole (Brian) Morris of Turtle Lake; her special niece, Linda Conner of Barron; 12 grandchildren, Crystal, Kyle, Markayla, Ryan, Lucas, Cassandra, Nic, Ashley, Tanner, Delaney, James and Dustin; 7 great grandchildren, Destiny, Kaiah, Oliver, Juniper, Ember, Carter, Serenity, and one on the way; and nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Joyce was preceded in death by many siblings; her son, Bradley; twins: Michael and Michelle, and a great grandson, Zeke. A memorial service will be held at 11:00 AM Thursday, April 13, 2017 at Elim Lutheran Church, Range, WI with Rev. Mark Peters officiating. Visitation will be from 10:00 - 11:00 AM on Thursday at the church. Skinner Funeral Home of Turtle Lake is serving the family.
Roxy Jacob, age 70, of Amery, Wisconsin passed away peacefully at her home on April 8, 2017. Roxanne Dawn Murrell was born on November 30, 1946 in Minneapolis, Minnesota to her parents, Gerald and Clarice Murrell. She grew up in the Minneapolis area with her mother and stepfather, George Froehlich, and graduated from Edison High School. She moved to Amery, Wisconsin with her husband in 1971 where she raised two children, Michael and Ginger before moving back to Minnesota in 1983. Above all else, Roxy was known as the “fun” Mom and the “fun” Aunt. Her enthusiasm and outgoing personality was the reason why the Jacob household was THE place to spend time after school, sleep over on the weekends, and hang out during summer vacation. Roxy had a unique gift for making Michael and Ginger’s friends and cousins feel special, valued, and loved. She had an infectious attitude that brought people together for honest sharing, spirited conversation, and loud laughter which also
Easter By Larry Phillipson 4-6-2017
Easter baskets, a brand new dress, hair done up to a beautiful tress. Once again Easter time is here, a time for smiles and cheer. Maybe dad will get a shirt and tie, his suit from last year, a new one comes by. The children are washed and look so clean, new clothes and shoes, you know what I mean. The morning egg hunt is all done, they are happy for all of that fun. The bunny hid the eggs everywhere, the kids can find them all around there. We must remember Christ on this day, a long time ago and far away. The main reason we celebrate Easter time, it is important that we worship him sublime. After church we go to grandma's for a meal, it is a time for family ties to be resealed. Happy times and happy days, we show our appreciation in many ways. Larry Phillipson is a poet laureate of Amery, Wisconsin
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served her well in her career. She worked as a flight attendant for Northwest Airlines for nearly 20 years where she would take the extra time to talk with a child or make someone smile. She enjoyed travelling to a multitude of destinations, but Amsterdam was her favorite, especially around this time of year! Her absolute joy came from spending time with her two granddaughters, Madelyn and Shay. She loved attending their many school and sporting events, having adventures, and making memories on Lake Wapogasset. Roxy was preceded in death by her mother, father and stepfather. She is survived by her son, Michael Jacob; daughter, Ginger (Matt) Wassman; two granddaughters, Madelyn and Shay; brother, Wesley (Cindy) Murrell, as well as her nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. A celebration of life will be held from 4 to 7 pm on Thursday, April 13, 2017 at the Williamson-White Funeral Home, 222 Harriman Ave. N, Amery, WI. To sign an online guest book and view a video tribute visit www.williamsonwhite.com. Arrangements were made with the Williamson-White Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Amery.
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PLEASE TAKE NOTICE: 1. An application for informal administration was filed. 2. The decedent, with date of birth December 31, 1940 and date of death March 9, 2017 was domiciled in Polk County, State of Wisconsin, with a mailing address of 135 Arch Street, Amery, WI 54001. 3. All interested persons waived notice. 4. The deadline for filing a claim against the decedent’s estate is June 30, 2017. 5. A claim may be filed at the Polk County Courthouse, Balsam Lake, Wisconsin, Room 500. Jenell L. Anderson Probate Registrar March 20, 2017 Chandra I. Nelson-Robak, Personal Representative 11 Pinewood Court Walnut Creek, CA 94597 925-457-0206
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE: 1. An application for informal administration was filed. 2. The decedent, with date of birth June 6, 1926 and date of death March 16, 2017 was domiciled in Polk County, State of Wisconsin, with a mailing address of 777 85th Street, Amery, WI 54001. 3. All interested persons waived notice. 4. The deadline for filing a claim against the decedent’s estate is July 17, 2017. 5. A claim may be filed at the Polk County Courthouse, Balsam Lake, Wisconsin, Room 500. Jenell L. Anderson Probate Registrar April 3, 2017 Ann E. Brose, Doar, Drill & Skow, S.C. P.O. Box 388 New Richmond, WI 54017 715-246-2211 Bar Number 1019597
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ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS Polk County Highway Department (Owner) Balsam Lake, Wisconsin Bull Brook Bridge Replacement Sealed Bids for the construction of the Bull Brook Bridge Replacement project will be received by Polk County, at the office of the Polk County Highway Department, 518 Main Street, Balsam Lake, WI 54810, until 11:00 a.m. local time on April 27, 2017, at which time the Bids received will be publicly opened and read. The Project consists of Bull Brook bridge replacement including bridge removal, excavation for structures, erosion control, concrete single-span slab bridge, concrete abutments, piles, parapet, riprap, beam guard, driveway relocation, and restoration. The Issuing Office for the Bidding Documents is: Cooper Engineering Company, Inc., 2600 College Drive, Rice Lake, Wisconsin. Prospective Bidders may examine the Bidding Documents at the Issuing Office on Mondays through Fridays between the hours of 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., and may obtain copies of the Bidding Documents from the Issuing Office as described below. Complete digital project bidding documents are available at www. questcdn.com. You may download the digital plan documents for $10.00 by inputting Quest project #5031670 on the website’s Project Search page. 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. Bidding Documents also may be examined at the office of the Polk County Highway Department, 518 Main Street, Balsam Lake, WI 54810, on Mondays through Thursdays between the hours of 6:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Printed copies of the Bidding Documents may be obtained from the Issuing Office, during the hours indicated above, upon payment of a nonrefundable fee of $25.00 for each set. Checks for Bidding Documents shall be payable to Cooper Engineering Company, Inc. and sent to 2600 College Drive, P.O. Box 230, Rice Lake, Wisconsin 54868. Upon request and receipt of the document payment indicated above, the Issuing Office will transmit the Bidding Documents via delivery service. The date that the Bidding Documents are transmitted by the Issuing Office will be considered the Bidder’s date of receipt of the Bidding Documents. Partial sets of Bidding Documents will not be available from the Issuing Office. Neither Owner nor Engineer will be responsible for full or partial sets of Bidding Documents, including Addenda if any, obtained from sources other than the Issuing Office. The bid proposal shall be accompanied by a certified check or bid bond in an amount not less than 5% of the maximum bid price, payable to the Polk County, as a guarantee that the bidder, if bid is accepted, will execute and file the proper contract and 100 percent performance and payment bonds within 15 days after the Notice of Award. In case the Bidder fails to file such contract and required bonds, the check or bid bond shall be forfeited to Polk County as liquidated damages. Letting of contracts will be subject to Section 66.0901 Wisconsin Statutes, Public Works, Contracts, and Bids. The Polk County Highway Department reserves the right to waive any formalities in the preparation of a bid and to reject any or all bids. No bidder may withdraw his bid within 60 days after the scheduled time of bid opening. Owner: Polk County Highway Department; By: Cooper Engineering Company, Inc., 2600 College Drive, P.O. Box 230, Rice Lake, WI 54868-0230, Date: April 13, 2017 WNAXLP
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A Regular Board Meeting of the Amery Board of Education is scheduled for Monday, April 17, 2017, at 7:00 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 - 6:00pm 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 had jurisdiction or exercises responsibility. In order to take Personnel Action pursuant to Wisconsin Statutes 19.85(1)(c). III. Open Session - 7:00pm IV. Spotlight on Education A. High School Solo Ensemble 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 VIII. Informational Items A. Enrollment Report - Mr. Kuchta B. Strategic Plan Update IX. Action Items A. Student Accident Insurance Mrs. Sikkink & Mr. Kuchta B. 2017 Spring Election Results Mr. Van Blaricom C. Oath of Office - Mr. Van Blaricom D. Appointment of CESA #11 Representative - Mr. Van Blaricom E. History of Lunch Prices - Mr. Kuchta F. Policies - Mr. Kuchta G. Employee Insurance Plans & Rates Mrs. Running & Mr. Kuchta 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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Sunday, April 16 serving 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Featuring: Oven-Roasted Turkey, Honey-Glazed Ham, Chicken Tenders, Sausage, BBQ Meatballs, Mashed Potatoes, Bacon & Egg Bake, Vegetables, Country Style Biscuits & Gravy, French Toast, Fresh Fruit, Dessert Bar and more!
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Easter Egg Hunt Saturday, April 15, 2017 10:00am Sharp Soo Line Park Pavilion Downtown Amery EASTER PHOTOS BY CAHILL PHOTOGRAPHY 9am - 11am
FREE 4x6 photo w/2 non-perishable food items for the Amery Food Shelf.
Picture packages also available for purchase.
FIREMEN’S PANCAKE BREAKFAST HOSTED BY THE AFD IN THE FIRE HALL 7am - 11am • Open to the Public
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AREA BOWLING SCORES Club 53 Bar & Lanes, Amery MONDAY NIGHT MEN Division 1 Tac Two ................................................149 Shoreview ...........................................138 Division 2 Dick’s Fresh Market ..........................142 Amery True Value .............................. 131 High games: Todd Zemke 258224-210, Jim Swanson 252-205, Bob Gillis 244-234-225, Bruce Hammer 239, Richard Trauley 211-200, Gary Nottom 210, Rod Gehrman 203. High series: Bob Gillis 703, Todd Zemke 692, Jim Swanson 648, Bruce Hammer 608, Richard Trauley 600, Mark Carlson 589, Rod Gehrman 567. TUESDAY NIGHT MEN Division 1 Club 53 .............................................. 154.5 Northwest Communications ....126.0 Division 2 Waterside .........................................157.0 Chet Johnson Drug ........................122.5 High games: Josh Gould 249-242234, Ed Flanum 236, Scott Sorensen 222-212, Jan Knutson 213, Kelly Fitzgerald 212, Chris Sobottka 207. High series: Josh Gould 725, Scott Sorensen 622, Chris Sobottka 588, Bob Oulette 573, Kelly Fitzgerald 572, Jan Knutson 557, Ed Flanum 553. WEDNESDAY NIGHT MEN Week 29 of 32 Division 1 Preferred Lawn............................... 131.0 Amery Fire Dept. ...........................128.0 Division 2 Club 53 .............................................. 143.5 Lamperts .........................................104.5
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White leads attack in win over Menomonie BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER
The Amery Warriors picked up their first girls’ soccer victory of the season on April 6 when they defeated the Menomonie Mustangs, 3-0. In the first half, it was junior captain Cami White scoring the team’s fi rst goal of the season, unassisted. White then turned around and assisted sophomore Maddy DeLeon for the second goal of the half. Libby Braaten notched the game’s third and final goal after intermission, marking her fi rst ever varsity goal. Braaten was assisted by sophomore Allison Oman. The Amery goalkeepers combined to preserve the shutout with Alexa Diekman tallying two saves in the fi rst 60 minutes. Chloe Keller played the next 15 minutes and tallied one save. Addie Tollakson guarded the net for the final 15 minutes, also earning one save.
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Engebretson perfect at plate as Amery edges Spooner BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER
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Junior Captain Cami White takes control of the ball with Sophomore Olivia Braaten backing her up.
Amery’s softball team kept its winning streak intact, narrowly, on April 7 with a 7-6 victory over Spooner to improve its record 4-0. A big key to that win was the hitting of Julia Engebretson, who was a perfect 3-for-3 at the plate, helping her score two runs and drive in one. Brianna Wundrow also came through big with a three-run home run and two runs scored. Dani Meyer finished 2-for-3 at the plate and scored once. Madelyn Granica took care of business on the mounds, striking out seven batters in eight innings to earn the win while scattering seven hits and six walks. Overall, the Warriors hit 8-for-27.
Warrior tennis sweeps Black River Falls BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER
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Freshman Libby Braaten gets past the Menomonie goalie to score her first Varsity goal.
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Sophomore Allison Oman threads the ball through several defenders.
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(Right)Freshman Madison Deleon gets the ball past Menomonie. Madison also scored a goal in the game.
The Amery boys’ soccer team got off to a stellar start on April 6, blanking Black River Falls, 7-0, on the road. The dual featured three 3-set matches in singles play while the Warriors gave up a total of just seven games in six doubles set. Noah Rademaker came back from a set one loss to defeat Jeff Herde in three sets, 4-7, 6-2, 6-2, at No. 1 singles. Tommy Oman dominated Mork Gacek at No. 2 singles, 6-0, 6-1. Job Hutchens also lost his first set, 5-7, before rallying to defeat Ben Bluedorn 7-5, 6-2 in his final two sets at No. 3 singles. Daniel Marquand had the closest match of the day, topping Andrew Barum 6-4, 6-7 (47), 7-5 at No. 4 singles. Amery’s No. 1 doubles team of Sabin Coy and Cole Jakupciak topped Jake Ramos and Nash Voge in straight sets, 6-2, 6-3. Adam Doroff and Griffin Bryan claimed the No. 2 doubles victory, 6-1, 6-1, over Jared Laufenberg and Mitchell Iverson. And the No. 3 doubles team of Jackson Henningsgard and Ethan Mork dominated the No. 3 doubles match, 6-0, 6-0, against Caleb Laufenberg and Sam Lund.
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Clear Lake Baseball off to a Good Start The Warriors started the season off last Monday with the Conference home opener against Cameron. The Warriors pitching got off to a nice start with two pitchers combining to no hit the Comets in the 10-0 win. Cal Rosen got the win and went four innings and Jordan Ramis pitched the last one to complete the no hitter. The offense was led by Daymond Bad Horse, Hunter Levy, Cal Rosen and Jordan Ramis combining for all the hits and six of the runs in the game.
On Tuesday night the Warriors traveled to Luck to face Luck/Frederic in a non-conference battle. Both teams struggled to throw strikes and the offense for both teams came out firing. The game was tied 6-6 after the second inning highlighted by a grand slam from Cal Rosen in the top of the second. The Warriors added another five runs in the top of the third to open up the lead and held onto for a 15-10 victory. Daymond Bad Horse pitched three innings to get the win and Jordan Ramis
pitched four nice innings in relief. Cal Rosen led the offense with four hits, a walk and six RBIs. Bailey Blanchard added two hits, three walks and 3 RBI’s. Thursday night the Warriors traveled to Northwoods for the second conference game of the year. The Warriors had Austin Anderson start on the mound and he controlled the game early for the win by throwing four innings of shutout ball giving up only one hit. Tucker Bell came in to throw three innings of no
hit ball to complete the 9-0 one hit shutout of the Evergreens. The offense was led by Bailey Blanchard with two hits, a walk and two RBIs. Cal Rosen, Hunter Levy, Tucker Bell and Jake Myers each had a hit in the game. On Saturday the Warriors traveled to Unity to take on the Eagles in a Non-conference game. The Warriors scored first in the top of the second when Hunter Levy got a hit and worked his way around and scored on a wild pitch. Unity answered with four,
three unearned, in the bottom of the second to take the lead for good. The Warriors left the bases loaded two different times with chances to score. The Eagles bent but would not break in both instances and the Warriors lost 5-3. Cal Rosen went three and a third in the loss and Daymond Bad Horse went two and two thirds in relief of no hit ball. The Warriors ended up out hitting the Eagles 5 to 4 for the game. Hunter Levy and Jordan Ramis each had two hits in the game for the Warriors.
Amery soccer fires away in opening loss BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER
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son with a tough 0-1 loss to Osceola on the road. The Warriors outshot the Chieftains 20-7, but were unable to finish
their attacks. Amery goalkeeper Alexa Diekman finished with five saves.
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Amery allows Cumberland to walk BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER
The strong-starting Amery softball team suffered its first loss of the year on April 8, when it fell, 9-10, to Cumberland in Boyceville. The Warriors (4-1) hit 12-for-31 and tallied four extra base hits. Abby Schmidt brought the power, hitting a solo home run while Autumn Rivard combined strength with consistency. Rivard hit 4-for-
4, including a triple, scored two runs and tallied two RBI. Madelyn Granica went 2-for-3 with a double, two RBI, two runs scored and a stolen base. Ella Schmidt with 2-for-4 with two runs and two RBI, and Alyssa Koehler recorded a double. Three pitchers shared the duty on the mound for the Warriors with Ella Schmidt pitching five innings, striking out three batters,
walking five and allowing six hits and five runs. Rivard took the loss, walking six batters, striking out one and giving up five runs in one innings. Granica also pitched one innings, striking out two batters. Overall, Cumberland tallied just six hits, but benefited from 11 walks.
Henningsgard, Mork claim lone victory against Baldwin BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER
Amery’s boys’ tennis team took its lumps on April 8 when it lost 1-6 to Baldwin on the road. The lone victory came at No. 3 doubles as Jackson Henningsgard and
Ethan Mork defeated Alec Gerite and Jon Peterson 7-6 (7-4), 4-6, 10-2. At No. 1 doubles, Noah Rademaker and Tommy Oman put up a good fight before losing 1-6, 7-6 (119), 8-10, to Matt Berg and Lennart Wesch.
Daniel Marquand also dropped a three-set match at No. 3 singles, 6-3, 3-6, 2-10 to Abdoula Battah. Baldwin won the remainder of the matches in straight sets.
Warriors dominate Lake City at Baldwin Quad BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER
In the first of three duals at the April 8, Baldwin Quad, Amery’s boys’ tennis team pulled off a convincing 5-2 victory over Lake City. The Warriors dominated doubles play, sacrificing just seven games in six sets. Noah Rademak-
er and Tommy Oman earned the No. 1 doubles victory, 6-1, 6-1 over Tyler Johnson and Cage Deegan. At No. 2 doubles, Sabin Coy and Cole Jakupciak earned a 6-2, 6-2 win. Jackson Henningsgard and Ethan Mork completed the doubles sweep with a 6-1, 6-0 triumph at No. 3 doubles. Daniel Marquand, playing in
the No. 1 singles slot, earned a hard-fought, three-set victory over Alex Holmgren, 7-6 (8-6), 3-6, 11-9. Griffin Bryan added a 6-1, 6-2 win over Ian Halpaus at No. 3 singles. Mitchell Kastanek nearly added a sixth victory for the Warriors at No. 4 singles, but fell 6-4, 4-6, 8-10, to Ben Alkerman.
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Senior Captain Shayan Tavanae tries to keep the ball in play.
Diekman earns 17 saves in loss to Rice Lake BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER
Amery’s girls’ soccer team fell to 1-2 on April 7 with a 0-4 loss to Rice Lake on the road. Goalkeeper Alexa Diekman tallied 10 saves and allowed three goals in the first half, and notched another 7 “amazing saves” in the second half, according to Amery Coach Melissa Hanson. Rice Lake scored its final goal in the last 40 seconds of the contest.
Thank you for your support in the April 4 referendum and for your continued support of Amery students. On behalf of all of us who work with Amery-area youth each day, we are humbled and honored to be a part of such a wonderful school system and community. Knowing that our community supports the work we do brings pride to all of us and brings financial stability to our schools. We take our community’s support and vote seriously. We know that this referendum included what is necessary to protect and enhance our academic programming and maintain our school buildings. As always, thank you for your daily and continued support of Amery students and schools. Thank you for giving Amery students the opportunity to continue to Innovate, Lead and Succeed! James Kuchta, District Administrator
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Carlson hits big in win over Unity BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER
With an 18-7 win over Unity on April 3, the Amery softball team improved its record to 2-0. The Warriors hit 17-for-36 as a team and tallied 15 RBI. Leading the way at the plate was Myah Carlson, who notched a home run and a double amidst
a 4-for-5 batting performance. She also scored four runs, collected four RBI and two stolen bases. Madelyn Granica also hit 4-for5, including two doubles, scored two runs and tallied three RBI. She also stole three bases. Abby Schmidt hit a triple, scored one run and had one RBI. Dani Meyer had one double, one run and one RBI. Also have a solid
day at the plate was Rachel Fouks, who hit 2-for-4 with two runs and two RBI. Autumn Rivard was the winning pitcher, striking out 11 batters in six innings while scattering two hits and nine walks. Rivard also hit 1-for-3, scored a run and stole two bases.
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The Amery softball team opened its 2017 season on March 30 with a dominant 25-2 victory over Hayward. Madelyn Granica brought the big bat for the Warriors, recording a home run, triple, double and single in four at bats, leading
her to score five runs and tally six RBI. Ella Schmidt also had a strong hitting performance, going 3-for-4 with a triple, three runs and three RBI. Dani Meyer went 2-for-2 with a triple, two runs and four RBI. Abby Schmidt was 2-for-4 with one run and two RBI. Mike MacKenzie hit 2-for-3 with three runs
and one RBI. Overall, the Warriors tallied 18 hits in 32 at bats and amassed 18 RBI. Granica was also the winning pitcher, give up just two hits and four walks in five innings while striking out 12 batters.
Amery extended its softball winning streak to three games on April 6 when it defeated Barron, 14-8. The Warriors continued its strong hitting, going 12-for-26 at the plate and tallying eight extra-base hits. Brianna Wundrow blasted the
biggest hit of the night, smacking a solo home run, on a two-run night for her. Madelyn Granica and Ella Schmidt each hit one triple and one double. Granica was 2-for-2 in the game with two RBI and four runs scored. Ella Schmidt hit 2-for-4 with one RBI and two runs scored. Also collecting doubles were Dani Meyer, Abby Schmidt and
Alyssa Koehler. Koehler and Meyer each finished 2-for-3 with an RBI and two runs scored. Ella Schmidt was also solid on the defensive side of the diamond where she struck out 12 batters in seven innings to earn the win from the mound. She scattered five hits and 12 walks as well.
Rivard, Granica bring the thunder vs. SCF BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER
The Amery softball team returned to the win column on April 8 when it faced St. Croix Falls and picked up its fi fth victory of the season, by a 7-1 score.
Hitting 8-for-28 as a team, the Warriors have homered in each of their first six games. This time it was the dynamic duo of Autumn Rivard and Madelyn Granica doing the damage with the bat. Both batters hit both a home run and a triple.
Rivard finished 2-for-3 at the plate with three RBI and two runs scored. Granica was 2-for-4 with one RBI and three runs scored. Granica was also the winning pitcher, striking out 13 batters in seven innings while giving up just two hits and five walks.
Christensen places second at Western Wisconsin Invite BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER
Amery’s golf team shot a 705 at the Western Wisconsin (Pheasant Hills/Bristol Ridge) Invite on April 7 and 8, earning the Warriors a ninth place finish in the 22-team field. Individually, Amery front-runner Thomas Christensen placed second overall with a 155. Christensen was very consistent over the two days, shooting a 78 in Somerset and a 77 on the Baldwin-Woodville course. Spring Valley’s Tyler Leach recorded the top score of 146. Fellow Warrior Dalton Rademaker shot a 177, earning him the
Amery Baseball April 11 @ Somerset April 13 vs. Prescott April 18 @ Osceola
Amery Golf April 11 MBC @ Somerset April 17 MBC @ Osceola
No. 34 spot (of 110 golfers). Rademaker trimmed 11 strokes off his Day 1 performance to record an 83 on Day 2. Ward Peterson finished with a 190, Parker Griffin a 193, and Connor McBrayer, a 199.
Team scores River Falls 666, Chippewa Falls 669, Hudson 685, Rice Lake 699, Somerset 700, New Richmond 702, Spring Valley 703, Amery 705, Tomah 705, Durand 728, Bloomer 740, Baldwin-Woodville 745, St. Croix Central 749, Cadott 750, Grantsburg 786, Prescott 792, Ellswroth 806, Mondovi 812, Osceola 827, Glenwood City 832, Clear Lake 884, Cumberland 893
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Thomas Christensen shoots a tee shot.
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Turtle Lake/Clayton Track April 11 @ Webster
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Wundrow homers in win over Barron BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER
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April 11 vs. Prairie
Warriors sweep doubles, fall to River Falls BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER
River Falls narrowly edged the Amery boys’ tennis team on April 8, claiming a 4-3 victory over the Warriors in a showdown that featured a dominant singles performance by the Wildcats and hard-fought doubles wins by the Warriors. River Falls gave up just two games in the four singles matches to secure the victory. Amery, on the other hand, had to come back in two of the three doubles matches to pull off the doubles sweep. Noah Rademaker and Tommy Oman won in straight sets at No. 1 doubles, 6-3, 6-1, over Hunter Squires and Sawyer Olson. Sabin Coy and Cole Jakupciak rallied back from a 3-6 first set loss to win the second set, 6-4, and the tiebreaker, 10-8, in the No. 2 doubles match. Adam Doroff and Griffin Bryan claimed the No. 3 doubles victory despite being shut out in the first set. They rallied for a 7-6 (7-4) set two win and finished strong with a 10-4 tiebreaker triumph.
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COOKING WORLD Tidbit: Opportunities are usually disguised as hard work so most Carolyn Lumsden people don’t recognize them. (Ann Landers-Writer, Columnist) 715-483-9738 This casserole has pasta, chicken and cheese. It is quick, easy and yet tastes good. Use your leftover chicken or rotisserie chicken. MACARONI, CHICKEN AND CHEESE CASSEROLE Cook according to directions on package and drain: 1 c. elbow macaroni Stir together in large bowl: 1 c. shredded cheddar cheese 1 onion, chopped 1 green bell pepper, seeded and chopped 1 can (10-3/4 oz.) cream of mushroom soup, undiluted 1 jar (2 oz.) diced pimiento, undrained 1/2 c. mayonnaise 1/2 c. milk Add and combine: The cooked pasta 2 c. cooked chicken, chopped or shredded Spoon mixture into a lightly greased/sprayed 7x11” baking dish. Bake at 350° for 15 minutes. Remove from oven and sprinkle with: 1/2 c. Italian-seasoned breadcrumbs Return to oven and bake an additional 10 minutes or until golden. Serves 4-6. Coffee cakes are always popular. They can be served any time with a meal or for a dessert. It makes a really yummy breakfast treat. You can make this in a 9x13” baking pan or two 9” round baking pans. This recipe begins with a yellow cake mix.
This cake is a bundt cake so always looks extra nice when served. There are few ingredients so it won’t take long to make and has a special flavor. Everyone will enjoy this cake. Add some caramel topping and nuts on top for even a more special treat. CARAMEL NUT BUNDT CAKE Coat a 10” bundt pan with cooking spray (or well grease it and then flour it. Shake out the extra flour from the pan). Combine in large bowl on medium speed of your mixer, until fluffy: 1-1/2 c. butter (3 sticks), softened 2 c. brown sugar Add and beat until smooth: 3 eggs Reduce speed to low and add: 3 c. flour 1/2 tsp. baking powder 1/4 tsp. salt Gradually add, beating all the while on low, until well blended: 1/2 c. milk 1 tsp. vanilla Stir in: 2 c. coarsely chopped pecans Put batter into the prepared bundt pan. Bake at 325° for 55-60 minutes or until toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let cool on a wire rack for 15 minutes. Then invert onto the wire rack to cool completely. Put onto a cake plate. Before serving, drizzle on top and let it run down the sides: Caramel sauce Sprinkle on top: Some chopped pecans (optional)
SOUR CREAM COFFEE CAKE Combine in bow and set aside: 1 c. chopped walnuts 1/3 c. sugar 2 tsp. cinnamon In large bowl, beat together until well combined: 1 pkg. (16.3 oz.) yellow cake mix 1 c. sour cream 1 c. water 2 eggs Spread half the batter into a 9x13” baking pan (or two 9” round cake pans). Sprinkle half the nut mixture on top and then add the rest of the cake batter. Sprinkle with the rest of the nut mixture. Bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until toothpick inserted in the middle of the pan, comes out clean. Cool slightly and serve or serve at room temperature.
Fettuccine Alfredo is not difficult to make. Follow this recipe for two people or double for more. EASY FETTUCCINE ALFREDO Cook according to directions, until just tender and drain: 8 oz. fettuccine, linguine or medium egg noodles Combine in serving dish: 4 T. (1/4 c.) melted butter 1/4 c. grated Parmesan cheese 2 T. half and half 1/4 tsp. salt pepper to taste Add the hot drained pasta and toss gently to coat with the above. If you wish, sprinkle with more Parmesan cheese just before serving. Serves 2. Double recipe to serve 4. This is a non-baked blueberry pie. Begin with a baked pie shell and cook the rest on your stovetop. STOVETOP GELATIN BLUEBERRY PIE Bake 1 pie shell according to directions and cool. In medium saucepan, over medium heat, bring to a simmer, stirring until the gelatin has dissolved: 1 pkg. (4 serving size) lemon gelatin 1/2 c. sugar 1/4 c. cornstarch 1/4 c. ginger ale (or water) Add and simmer until the blueberries have popped and mixture is blue colored, stirring frequently: 1 pint fresh blueberries (washed and drained) Remove pan from heat and let cool for 5 minutes. Stir in: 2 pints fresh blueberries (washed and drained) Spoon mixture into the baked pie shell. Cover and chill at least 4 hours or until set. If there are leftovers, cover and chill in refrigerator. Hint: Before serving, top each slice with a dollop of whipped cream/ topping or a scoop of ice cream on the side. Serves 6. Tip: To make lemon water, slice lemons, rind and all, and put in pan (or microwave) and add some water. Simmer gently. . Remove the lemon pieces and any seeds. To serve, add honey to taste. You can also add a small sprinkle of ginger. It’s a good drink when you have a cold or the flu. But is also an enjoyable drink served warm or cold anytime.
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Everything that all the staff can do, is very important to more than a few. They know all the meds that are due, and dispense it true. The volunteers are exceptional too, they all have special jobs to do. They are willing to take their time, for us patients it’s more than fine!
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Community Center: 8 am Coffee Club, 9 am Pool, 12:30 pm Hand & Foot, 1 pm Geneology Class, 7 pm Alcoholics Anonymous 8:15 am Amery Housing Authority monthly board meeting at the AHA office 5 pm HS Baseball vs. Prescott, here 5 pm HS Softball at New Richmond 6:30 p.m. Bingo at the Amery VFW
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GOOD FRIDAY 9-5 Amery VFW Gun Community Center: Show at the Amery Area Arena Closed 3-9 pm Amery VFW 10 am Amery ComGun Show at the munity Club Easter Egg Hunt in Soo Line Amery Ice Arena Park
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The rehab gals really work to the core, but in the end it’s worth even more. The food is great here, it is agreed, they sure know how to put on a feed.
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Community Center: 8 am Coffee Club, 9 am Silver Foxes, 10 am Book Club, 10 am Dominoes, 12:30 pm Bridge, 7 pm Alcoholics Anonymous 4:30 pm HS Boys Golf match at Krooked Kreek
Community Center: 8 am Coffee Club, 9 am Pool, 9:30 am Quilting, 1 pm Wii games, 1 pm Cribbage, 5:30 pm Stamping & Scrapbooking, 7 pm Snowmobile Club 4:30 pm HS Girls Soccer at New Richmond 5 pm HS Baseball at Osceola 5 pm HS Softball at Baldwin-Woodville (Millpond Park) 6:30 pm Sjoland Lodge 5-635 Sons of Norway meet at First Lutheran Church
Money can buy lots of things, like happiness all these people bring. The American Heritage is a great facility. with all the unique staff and their capability.
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Community Center: 8 am Coffee Club, 9 am Silver Foxes, 10 am Alcoholics Anonymous, 1 pm Bridge, 7 pm Alcoholics Anonymous 4:30 pm HS Boys Golf match at New Richmond 6:30 pm Hope and Healing for Victims of Human Trafficking at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church
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Community Center: 8 am Coffee Club, 9 am Pool, 9 am Cirle of Sisters, 12:30 pm Hand & Foot, 1 pm Amery Memory Cafe, 7 pm Alcoholics Anonymous 4:15 pm HS Boys Tennis at Baldwin-Woodville 4:30 pm HS Girls Soccer vs. Osceola, here 5 pm HS Baseball vs. New Richmond, here 5 pm HS Softball vs. Prescott, here 6:30 pm Bingo at Amery VFW
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Community Center: 8 am Coffee Club, 9 am Silver Foxes, 9 am Mah Jong, 6 pm Lee Elmer Music, 6:30 pm AA 5 pm HS Softball at Ellsworth
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Give blood and help save lives this spring Eligible blood donors of all blood types are encouraged to give blood through the American Red Cross this spring to help ensure a sufficient supply for hospital patients. Donated blood is perishable and must constantly be replenished to keep up with hospital patient need. Red blood cells are the blood component most frequently transfused by hospitals and must be used within 42 days of donation. Eligible donors can give red blood cells through either a regular whole blood donation or a Power Red donation, where available. Power Red donors give a concentrated dose of red blood cells during a single donation, allowing them to maximize their impact. During this type of donation, red blood cells are separated from other blood components, and the plasma and platelets are safely and comfortably returned to the donor. While donors of all blood types are encouraged to give blood, type O, A negative and B negative donors are urged to give Power Reds if they meet the additional eligibility criteria. Type O negative is the universal blood type and can be transfused to patients of any blood type in an emergency. Similarly, type O
positive can be transfused to Rh-positive patients of any blood type. Types A negative and B negative can be transfused to Rh-positive or negative patients. Power Red donations help ensure a stable supply of these critical blood types. Whole blood can be donated every 56 days, up to six times a year, and Power Red donations may be made every 112 days, up to three times per year. Make an appointment to donate blood by downloading the free Red Cross Blood Donor App, visiting redcrossblood.org or calling 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767). Please check redcrossblood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS for current blood donation centers days and hours. Blood donation opportunities: CAMERON 4/19/2017: 9 a.m. - 2 p.m., Cameron High School, 750 S. 1st St. RICE LAKE 4/27/2017: 12 p.m. - 6 p.m., Blue Hills Masonic Center, 225 W. South St. 4/28/2017: 12 p.m. - 6 p.m., Blue Hills Masonic Center, 225 W. South St. NEW AUBURN 4/25/2017: 11 a.m. - 5 p.m., Citizens Connected, 328 W. Main St.
Ruby’s Pantry enters year fifteen stronger than ever Ruby’s Pantry started from humble beginnings in May of 2003. Now in its fifteenth year, the organization has grown to serving communities from the North Dakota, South Dakota, Canada, Iowa, Michigan and Illinois borders. Ruby’s Pantry provides large quantities of food directly to families through sponsoring churches. In 2016 Ruby’s Pantry: •Served 60 communities monthly through “Pop-up Pantries” that are sponsored by local churches with 15 of those using the Online Preregistration Program •Served 133,018 families equating to more than an estimated 359,148 individuals •Gave $258,895.59 to the sponsoring churches for benevolence/local expenses •Served 13,533,671
pounds of food at “Pop-up Pantries” •Received 14,613,532 pounds of food from donating companies •Shared 1,079,861 pounds of food with other organizations •Appreciated 9,673 active volunteers that donated 138,872 hours of time with a total of over 18,000 registered volunteers in their database •Drove an estimated 421,420 miles picking up and delivering to “Pop-up Pantries” There are six new distributions sites scheduled to start in the spring of 2017. If your church is interested in sponsoring a “Pop-up Pantry” in your community, you are encouraged to contact Kari at kariv@home-email. org. Ruby’s Pantry is a community food outreach program of Home and
Away Ministries, Inc., a 501C3 nonprofit corporation with its distribution centers at the following locations: MN Distribution Center - 39404 Grand Ave North Branch MN WI Distribution Center - 717 10th St Waupaca WI Ruby’s Second Hand and Ruby’s Food Shelf 24534 State Hwy 35/70 Siren WI Ruby’s Retreat and Ruby’s Well Care - 210 E Park Ave Luck WI Ruby’s Well Care is a free Medical Clinic, Dental Clinic and Beauty Salon serving Polk and Burnett Counties in Wisconsin. Ruby’s Pantry headquarters is located at 5833 Pecan Street North Branch MN 55056. For more information please visit the Ruby's Pantry website at www.rubyspantry.org, email roxanns@rubyspantry.org or call 651-674-0009.
COLFAX 4/21/2017: 12 p.m. - 6 p.m., Viking Bowl and Lounge, N. 8590 WI 40 RIVER FALLS 4/18/2017: 1 p.m. - 7 p.m., First Covenant Church, 1374 N. Main St. AMERY 4/24/2017: 12 p.m. - 6 p.m., Our Savior Lutheran Church, 217 Deronda St. 4/25/2017: 12 p.m. - 6 p.m., Our Savior Lutheran Church, 217 Deronda St. CLAYTON 4/27/2017: 2 p.m. - 8 p.m., Clayton School, 221 Prentice St. S. CUSHING 4/24/2017: 1 p.m. - 7 p.m., Community Center, 2510 241st St. DRESSER 4/17/2017: 12:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m., Peace Lutheran Church, 2355 Clark Road OSCEOLA 4/28/2017: 11 a.m. - 5 p.m., Osceola Medical Center, 2600 65th Ave. BALDWIN 4/17/2017: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m., Western Wisconsin Health, 1100 Bergslien St. NEW RICHMOND 4/18/2017: 12 p.m. - 6 p.m., American Legion Butler-Harmon Post 80, 1260 Wall St.
4/22/2017: 9 a.m. - 3 p.m., Family Fresh Market, 110 W. 4th St. How to help Simply download the American Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit redcrossblood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1800-733-2767) to make an appointment or for more information. All blood types are needed to ensure a reliable supply for patients. A blood donor card or driver’s license or two other forms of identification are required at check-in. Individuals who are 17 years of age in most states (16 with parental consent where allowed by state law), weigh at least 110 pounds and are in generally good health may be eligible to donate blood. High school students and other donors 18 years of age and younger also have to meet certain height and weight requirements. Blood donors can now save time at their next donation by using RapidPass to complete their pre-donation reading and health history questionnaire online, on the day of their donation, prior to arriving at the blood drive. To get started and learn more, visit redcrossblood.org/RapidPass and follow the instructions on the site.
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Mental Health Task Force of Polk County receives proceeds from the Osceola Community Health Foundation Holiday Gala OSCEOLA, WI – The Mental Health Task Force of Polk County (MHTF), a nonprofit organization whose mission is to raise awareness for mental health and mental health services in Polk County, recently received a check for more than $30,000 from the Osceola Community Health Foundation (OCHF). The money was raised during the “Fund A Need” portion of OCHF’s annual Holiday Gala last December, through contributions from individuals and businesses in attendance at the event, held at Trollhaugen Event Center. Overall, the event raised $152,451 in support of the Osceola Medical Center and the MHTF. “We are amazed by the outpouring of generosity we received from the community at this event,” said Tom Brock, Executive Director of the MHTF, “and we’re grateful for the leadership and support of the Osceola Community Health Foundation.” The proceeds raised benefit the MHTF’s Healthy Beginnings program. Healthy Beginnings is a free service that provides mental health therapy for children at home and in the Osceola School District. The mission of Healthy Beginnings is to help break the cycle of
systemic and inter-generational trauma that leads to mental illness and substance abuse within our community. Prevention and early intervention, through mental health therapy, will be the main force to break these unhealthy patterns of behavior. OCHF is a nonprofit organization that works to identify needs and provide funding for health-related services to residents of the community. In addition to Healthy Beginnings, OCHF has provided funding for other MHTF programs, including Polk County YScreen, a mental wellness screening for students, and Question, Persuade, Refer (QPR) suicide prevention training. “Supporting mental health services has been a focus of the foundation’s efforts for several years. We are pleased to provide funding for this worthy program.” said Sue Gerlach, Director of OCHF. Overall, OCHF has raised $120,000 in support of Healthy Beginnings, which has provided more than 600 hours of no-cost mental health therapy to 60 area families since 2014. To learn more about the OCHF, visit their website at MyOCHF.org. For more information on Healthy Beginnings, go to mentalhealthpolk.org.
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Pictured left to right: MHTF Executive Director Tom Brock, MHTF Board Member Robbyn Bowman, OCHF Director Sue Gerlach, MHTF Administrative Assistant Michelle Doolittle, OCHF Development Coordinator Jessica Neumann
Reading, talking and singing helps boost your child’s brain power The moment you first met, her first smile when she looked into your eyes and she smiled back, her first giggle, the first time she developed enough courage to Health toddle a few steps Matters on her own. With each milestone you Dr. Laura Smith, thought you could D.O. - Pediatrician not be more in love with your little one. Then come the toddler and preschool years when they really starts to explore and discover their world and all of its wonders! Catching fireflies, telling stories, the proud look on their face after helping make pancakes for breakfast and the kitchen is a mess…these are the years of wonder, untamed ambition, curiosity, and joy for life! The developmental milestones that take place in the first five years of a child’s life are truly a miracle. It is everything I love about being a mom and being a pediatrician! Kids start developing communication skills from the moment they’re born. The skills we teach them as they develop last a lifetime. The first five years of a child’s life are critical for speech and language development –the brain is best able to absorb language during this period. That’s why it’s important to talk, listen, read, sing,
and play games with young children, every day! Here are some helpful tips to help boost your child’s development: Reading to your child is important at every age. Children who are read to enter kindergarten with 20,000 words in their vocabulary, compared to 3,000 words for children who are not read to. While reading with your child, it’s not what you read that counts – it’s how! Make the story come alive by changing your voice or using sound effects and motions. Point out pictures that match your words. Ask questions! Newborn to 12 months old Newborns quickly begin to recognize important sounds in their environment, such as their parents’ voices. Baby babble is your child’s way of communicating. Respond to them in their own language, or talk to them in your normal voice about everyday things. When your child is experiencing an emotion, name the emotion and continue talking so they learn to associate emotions with words. All of these activities help build their vocabulary and communication skills. Try playing a game of peek-a-boo. This simple activity teaches your child that you exist, even when they can’t see you.
1-2 years old Daily experiences at this age will determine how your child’s brain cells will form and connect to one another. Help them learn new sensations by letting your child play with something textured, like a dry sponge while you do the dishes. Ask them how they feel about it, and name the object for them. Simple activities like singing your child’s favorite song – and encouraging them to sing along with you – build vocabulary and communication skills. The more sound they hear, the more they will appreciate language. 2-3 years old Toddlers are learning to explore the world at this stage. Ask your child questions and encourage them to talk about their observations. Conversations like these help children pay attention to what they see and use their memory. Use household objects, like cups, to build towers and have fun knocking them down with your child. You are helping your child explore and discover how the physical world works. 3-4 years old At this stage, kids begin to form reason and start building a concept of how and why things work. Listen to their reasoning, and explain why things are the way they are. Show your child how
to turn the light switch on and off. Say “on” and “off” and see if they can match your words. This helps kids learn the essential concept of cause and effect. Whenever possible, be silly together. Dance to your favorite song. Shake a leg, wiggle your hips and follow each other’s dance steps. 4-5 years old Begin to mentally challenge your child at this stage. Ask questions throughout the day, and let your child form their own answers. Questions will help them exercise their working memory. Continue to involve them in everyday activities. When you’re cooking, have your child taste a few grains of salt, herbs or spices, and talk to them about the difference. They are learning to explore their senses at this stage. So let them experiment! By the age of five, your child’s brain will have grown to 90 percent of its adult size! Keep up with their development by incorporating age appropriate activities that are not only fun, but also educational. If you have more questions about helping your child’s brain development, talk to your child’s doctor. If you don’t have a doctor or provider, make an appointment with one of Amery Hospital & Clinic’s providers on our Pediatric Care team.
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SCHOOL LUNCH MENUS CLEAR LAKE SCHOOLS Thursday, April 13— No school. Friday, April 14— No school. Monday, April 17— No school. Tuesday, April 18— Elementary breakfast: Cereal or mini donuts, cheese omelet. Elementary lunch: Cheesy ravioli and breadstick or pepperoni pizza, garden salad bar, warm apple slices, “Jonny Pop” fruit bar. High school breakfast: Entree options: Cereal, cheese omelet, cheese stick, Krave S’mores, muffin, Little John donut.
High school lunch: Cheesy ravioli and breadstick or pepperoni pizza, steamed corn, garden salad bar, slices apples, sliced pears. Wednesday, April 19— Elementary breakfast: Cereal and yogurt or sausage & cheese sandwich. Elementary lunch: Warrior burger or macaroni & cheese, french fries, baked beans, applesauce. High school breakfast: Entree options: Cereal, yogurt, mufin, Nutri Grfain bar, “Gripz” graham crackers, sausage, egg & cheese sandwich. High school lunch: Warrior burger or pulled pork sandwich, french fries, baked beans, mandarin oranges, pineapple chunks.
AMERY SCHOOLS Thursday, April 13— Lien Elementary lunch: Homemade spaghetti, garlic toast, green beans, garden bar, fruit choices. Intermediate school lunch: Homemade spaghetti, garlic toast, green beans, garden bar, fruit choices. Middle school lunch: Homemade spaghetti, garlic toast, green beans, garden bar, fruit choices. High school lunch: Homemade spaghetti, garlic toast, green beans, garden bar, fruit choices. Friday, April 14— No school. Monday, April 17— Lien Elementary lunch: Mini cheese raviolis, garlic breadstick, California blend vegetables, garden bar, fruit choices. Intermediate school lunch: Mini cheese raviolis w/garlic bread stick or Calzones, California blend vegetables, garden bar, fruit choices. Middle school lunch: Mini cheese ravilolis w/garlic breadstick or Calzones, California blend vegetables, garden bar, fruit choices. High school lunch: Mini cheese raviolis w/garlic bread stick or Calzones, California blend vegetables, garden bar, fruit choices.
Tuesday, April 18— Lien Elementary lunch: “Walking Taco,” taco meat in a bag of nacho chips, fiesta black beans, garden bar, fruit choices. Intermediate school lunch: “Walking Tacos,” taco meat in a bag of nacho chips, or chicken quesadilla, fiesta black beans, garden bar, fruit choices. Middle school lunch: “Walking Tacos”, taco meat in a bag of nacho chips or chicken quesadilla, fiesta black beans, garden bar, fruit choices. High school lunch: “Walking Tacos,” taco meat in a bag of nacho chips or chicken quesadilla, fiesta black beans, garden bar, fruit choices. Wednesday, April 19— Lien Elementary lunch: Toasted cheese sandwich, tomato soup, broccoli & cauliflower, garden bar, fruit choices. Intermediate lunch: Toasted cheese sandwich or turkey sandwich, tomato soup, broccoli & cauliflower, garden bar, fruit choices. Middle school lunch: Toasted cheese sandwich or turkey sandwich, tomato soup, broccoli & cauliflower, garden bar, fruit choices. High school lunch: Toasted cheese sandwich or turkey sandwich, tomato soup, broccoli & cauliflower, garden bar, fruit choices.
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WESTconsin hosting free document shredding events WESTERN WI—Do a little spring cleaning while protecting your identity! WESTconsin Credit Union is offering free, community shred events in the area. Those interested in securely disposing of sensitive documents should attend. Thursday, April 20 •Baldwin office, 860 Cedar Street, 1-3 p.m. •New Richmond office, 121 Meridian Drive, 4-6 p.m. Friday, April 21 •Altoona office, 1395 Bluestem Blvd, 1-3 p.m. •Menomonie - North of-
fice, 2414 Hils Court, 4-6 p.m. Services are free of charge and being performed by ShredAway. There is a limit of two cubic foot sized boxes/ bags. Contact ShredAway at (715) 835-0811 for additional shredding needs. WESTconsin Credit Union has been serving members since 1939, and membership is open to anyone who lives or works in the Wisconsin counties of Barron, Buffalo, Burnett, Chippewa, Clark, Dunn, Eau Claire, Jackson, Pepin, Pierce,
Polk, Rusk, St. Croix, Sawyer, Taylor, Trempealeau, and Washburn, or the Minnesota counties of Anoka, Chisago, Dakota, Goodhue, Isanti, Ramsey, Wabasha, and Washington, with a $5 minimum deposit in a Membership Savings Account. Credit unions are financial institutions owned by their accountholders, and member funds are federally insured by the National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) up to at least $250,000.
Sirens tested during Tornado & Severe Weather Awareness Week Amery will be among many communities statewide to test its tornado sirens on April 20th. A mock tornado watch will be issued statewide at 1:00 p.m. followed by a statewide mock tornado warning at 1:45 p.m. Many radio and TV stations across the state will issue the test tornado warnings. In addition, mock alerts will be issued on NOAA Weather Radios and many communities will sound their tornado sirens to test their emergency severe weath-
er plans. Later, a mock tornado warning will be issued at 6:45 p.m. to give families and second shift workers a chance to practice their emergency plans. According to the NWS, Wisconsin averages 23 tornadoes annually. Last year, there were 16 tornado touchdowns in the state. All of the tornadoes were either an EFO or EF1. However, it's not a question of if we will have a violent storm, it's a matter of when. The tornado drill will
take place even if the sky is cloudy, dark and or rainy. If actual severe storms are expected in the state on Thursday, April 20, the tornado drills will be postponed until Friday, April 21 with the same times. If severe storms are possible Friday, the drills will be cancelled. Any changes will be issued to local media as well as posted on the ReadyWisconsin website at http://readywisconsin. wi.gov.
This Easter think outside of the basket! Instead of putting a bunch of candy in an Easter Basket, fill an Umbrella with other goodies! Monday-Friday 8 a-7 p, Saturday 8 a-4 p, Sunday 9 a-1 p
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Three local farms receive funding for organic efforts EDEN PRAIRIE, Minn. – Lakewinds Food Co-op, a thriving natural foods co-op that provides local healthy food grown from as close as possible, has announced the recipients of its 2017 Lakewinds Organic Field Fund Grant Program (LOFF), and three Amery farms are among them. LOFF began in 2011 as a way for Lakewinds to deepen its commitment to providing local, organic food to the communities it serves. The grant program is designed to provide funding for farmers who are working to develop sustainable and organic farming practices. Since its inception, the program has given over $250,000 to support local farmers and farm associations. “Employing sustainable farming practices often results in steep financial burdens for farmers as they work to provide natural, high-quality food,” said Dale Woodbeck, General Manager of Lakewinds. “Our hope is that through the LOFF grant, they are able to continue their commitment to food quality while having the opportunity to broaden their offerings for our customers and communities.” Chosen recipients are allocated grant money for a variety of projects, including new equipment, expansion of current spaces and increase in storage capacity. Many groups also use the funds to achieve organic certification, a costly endeavor. This year, eleven
local groups were awarded a total of $57,985 through the LOFF program. 2017 LOFF Grant Recipients •Whetstone Farm (Amery, WI) to plant and maintain high-quality forage for its 100% grass-fed lamb farm to improve overall health and weight of lambs. Additional infrastructure improvements will also be made to ease lambing season workload •Sogn Valley Farm (Cannon Falls, MN) to insulate and install washable walls within existing packing shed to bring wash and pack operation into full compliance with GAP standards, improving production for CSA and potted-plant sales •Sleepy Root Farm (Amery, WI) to convert an existing shed into a full functional, GAP-certifiable vegetable packing shed for the organic CSA farm •ROMe’ Organic Farm (New Brighton, MN) to scale-up production of Anchotte, a tropical root crop native to Ethiopia, and expand produce sales to local and national community •Red Clover Herbal Apothecary Farm (Amery, WI) to construct a greenhouse to increase growth and production of culinary and medicinal herbs sold at co-ops and farmer’s markets •Pat Gregor Farm (Waseca, MN) to purchase a no-till drill to aid in planting cover crops for grazing cattle and to protect and enhance
soil quality, and offer till usage to neighboring farms to increase organic and sustainable agriculture practices •Mana Gardens (Buffalo, MN) to purchase cooler, tiller and mulch layer to scale-up production for organic CSA and market farm, that grows fruits and vegetables, raises chickens and produces honey •Fresh Starts Farm (Mora, MN) to begin multi-year agroforestry project, including creating an apple and hazelnut orchard •Farm Farm (Delano, MN) to purchase equipment and building materials to expand pack-shed to improve post-harvest production of vegetables for wholesale to restaurants, co-ops, schools, as well as CSA customers •Sweet Beet Farm (Montrose, MN) to complete pack shed construction on organic vegetable farm •Organic Breezy Hill (Maple Lake, MN) to purchase and operate weather station data logger and software to evaluate growing season moisture patterns and combat apple scab infection on organic fruit and vegetable farm LOFF applications are open to all farmers and farming associations, with preference given to those located in Minnesota, northern Iowa and western Wisconsin. To find out more, visit www.lakewinds.coop/ community/field-fund-grant-program/.
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Creeping Attitude Her wonderful performance kind of made mine look bad; she must have a few faults of her own. If I focus on them, seeing a chance, the ones that I have had, seem to fade; I just condone. This action can be habit; we see it all the time. Those around us seem to be to blame, our missed chances, hard to grab it, easier to point than climb, to think them wrong than to own the shame. Does this attitude have future? Any good accomplished here? Is there an escape route anywhere? How about some kindness nurture, see and try affirm what is dear? May be possible, if erase I dare.
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BIRTHS Amery Hospital & Clinic Daisy Eloise Johnson, 7 lbs. 7.5 ozs., born on March 11 to Tamara and Chris Johnson of Centuria. Ephraim Caleb Anderson, 8 lbs. 1.6 ozs., born on March 11 to Lorraine and Nathan Anderson of Osceola. Khloee Lorann Hildebrandt, 6 lbs. 14 ozs., born on March 13 to Amber Rotering and Anthony Hildebrandt of Amery. Michael Dennis Alling, 6 lbs. 13 ozs., born on March 15 to Megane and Jeremiah Alling of Amery. Hannah Grace Lodermeier, 7 lbs. 13 ozs., born on March 16 to Rebecca Lodermeier and Jared Peper-Rucks of Luck. Gunner Grant Beestman, 6 lbs. 14 ozs., born on March 21 to Katey Vanderwyst and Isaac Beestman of Clayton. Teigan Myrtle Coen, 6 lbs. 13 ozs., born on March 24 to Stephanie and Jason Coen of Amery. Isaiah Mathew Hagen, 8 lbs. 7 ozs., born on March 26 to Elizabeth and Michael Hagen of Amery. Lenora Lou Wrenholt, 8 lbs. 4 ozs., born on March 29 to Liana Bratton and Quinn Wrenholt of Luck. Kamden Bentley James Swank, 7 lbs. 9 ozs., born on April 6 to Sandra Swank and Michael Blomgren of Amery.
St. Croix Regional Medical Center, St. Croix Falls Emma Rose Schommer, 5 lbs. 6 ozs., born on March 22 to Courtney Schommer and Zachariah Ellison of Balsam Lake. Rockford Rae Winn, 5 lbs. 7 ozs., born on March 23 to Heidi and Tom Winn of Brooklyn Park, MN. Molly Adriane Davis, 7 lbs. 4 ozs., born on March 27 to Lorelei Houghdahl and Adrian Davis of Milltown. Lillian Joanne George, 7 lbs. 3 ozs., born on March 29 to Tiffany and Kelly George of Webster. Landrie Elizabeth Dunlavy, 8 lbs. 3 ozs., born on April 2 to Sarah and Brian Dunlavy of St. Croix Falls. Dawson John Chapman, 7 lbs. 8 ozs., born on April 2 to MJ Vendela and Brandon Chapman of St. Croix Falls.
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Students showcase talent in Solo and Ensemble, Jazz
High School Solo and Ensemble.
On Tuesday, April 4, a group of Amery students traveled to Webster for district solo/ensemble contest. The students performed a musical selection for a judge and then received a rating on their performance. Students who received state ratings will be performing again on Saturday, May 6, in Eau Claire at the UWEC campus. On Tuesday, March 21, the vocal jazz and jazz band participated in jazz contest which was held here in Amery. Vocal jazz received a state rating and will be advancing to the state contest which is the same as the state solo/ ensemble contest. Jazz band received a second rating.
Instrumental Duet – Emma Curtis and Alliana Hoyer Piano Solo – Bailey Markuson Vocal Jazz – Holly Brickel, Emma Curtis, Madisen Jackson, Kacey King, Bailey Markuson, Megan Robertson, Allie Schleusner, Ashley VanSomeren, Greta Eggert, Rachel Ganje, Alliana Hoyer, Brianna Iverson, Meghann Knight, Grace Springett, Elias Boe-Parish, Thomas Christenson, Sam Fornengo, Bennett Hellie, Irving Sanchez, Brett Swanson, Zach Swenson, Ryan VanBlaricom, Seth Amundsen, Brett Forrest, Max Goulet, Dylan Johnson, Jake Kastanek, Chase Measner
State ratings: Vocal Solos – Savannah Cavaco, Zach de la Cruz, Alliana Hoyer, Kacey King, Meghann Knight, Eric Medina, Megan Robertson, Ashley VanSomeren Theater Solos – Alliana Hoyer, Grace Springett Instrumental Solos – Emma Curtis, Jabin Friberg, Josie Krueger, Ashley VanSomeren
Class A Firsts: Vocal Solos – Irving Sanchez, Grace Springett, Brandi Swager Vocal Duet – Jake Kastanek and Laura Kastanek Guys Ensemble – Sam Fornengo, Brett Forrest, Bennett Hellie, Dylan Johnson, Jake Kastanek, Hunter Kuhn, Chase Measner, Irving Sanchez, Brett Swanson, Zach
Swenson, Ryan VanBlaricom Instrumental Solos – Hailey Clausen, Alliana Hoyer, Jake Kastanek, Sam Otto Class A Seconds: Vocal Solos – Sydney Bosley, Emma Curtis, Mckenzie Gamache, Max Goulet, Jenna Hendrickson, Ellie Miller, Megan Osero, Sophia Whitley, Ella Williamson Theater Solos – Savannah Cavaco, Emma Curtis, Meghann Knight, Megan Robertson, Ashley VanSomeren Vocal Duet – Ashley VanSomeren and Claire Flanum Girls Ensemble – Rachel Ganje, Madisen Jackson, Kacey King, Kali Laqua, Belle Meyer, Megan Robertson, Grace Springett, Kendra Tylee, Ashley VanSomeren Instrumental Duet – Alexa Dieckman and Brett Swanson Piano Solo – Sophia Whitley Jazz Band - Brett Swanson, Alexa Dieckman, Ashley VanSomeren, Rachel Ganje, Alliana Hoyer, Emma Curtis, Duane Stine, Shane Jonns, Ella
Middle School Solo and Ensemble.
Schmidt, Dylan Clausen, Lance Hiltner, Allie Schleusner, Gus Wentz, Jakob Kastanek, Camden Smith, Grace Belz, Joshua Bohn, Amari Conner, Carli Vincent Class B Firsts: Vocal Solos – Jacob Fansler, Chloe Keller, Kenny Lepak, Carli Vincent Guys Ensemble – Jack Alton, Mikey Collins, Marty Hellie, Matt Knutson, Kenny Lepak, Ethan Mork, Bauer Panek, Zach Sobczak, Dylan Thomsen
Class B Seconds: Vocal Solo – Matthew Setzer Vocal Ensembles - Ally Dahlberg, Chloe Olson, Laura Kastanek, Emma Wolf, Lydia Monson, Morgan Brotzel, Ella Schmidt, Autumn Rivard, Zach de la Cruz, Kenny Lepak, Kelsey Johnson, Brandi Swager, Ellie Miller, Grace Belz, Chloe Keller, Matthew Setzer, Carli Vincent Class B Third: Classical Guitar Solo –
Carli Vincent Class C First: Violin duet – Hailey Clausen and Annika Schwartz Class C Third: Vocal duet – Austin DeLeon and Gavin Phillips Congratulations to all the music students who participated and proudly represented Amery Schools.
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$14,000 giveBIG Challenge Benefits Weekly programs at the Library Interfaith Caregivers AMERY AREA PUBLIC LIBRARY
“GiveBIGscv is in its fifth year. We’re thrilled to announce that we have two couples who generously donated $14,000 as a challenge. This challenge will match each donation, dollar for dollar, up to $14,000 during this event,” explains Karen Krupa, Director of Interfaith Caregivers. “This will help so much to grow our volunteer services. These extra funds allow us to keep up with the increasing needs of seniors and adults with disabilities who want to continue living independently. We’ll be able to provide more rides, visits and help around the house.” You can donate during this event online at
giveSCV.razoo.com/story/Interfaithpolk now through April 25. We encourage giving online so that non-profits might earn extra prize money. If you don’t feel comfortable donating online, you can write a check to Interfaith Caregivers of Polk County and mail it to PO Box 65, Milltown, WI 54858. Just write “giveBIG” in the memo. “I encourage everyone to get involved in giveBIG on April 25. There are 51 wonderful non-profits that need your help. I, of course, hope that Interfaith Caregivers is one of your favorites,” jokes Krupa. “We’ll use the money to recruit, screen,
train and match more volunteers to help our neighbors stay in their homes.” GiveBIG St Croix Valley is a 24-hour fund drive whose goal is to raise money to benefit our community. Donors are encouraged to support one or more of the local non-profits that serve Amery, Osceola, St Croix Falls and Polk County. See them all at giveSCV. org. To learn more about Interfaith Caregivers, go to www.interfaithpolk. org or call 715-825-9500 or email us at info@interfaithpolk.org. To learn more about giveBIG visit www.giveSCV.org.
ARNELL MEMORIAL HUMANE SOCIETY One of the great things about living in a small town rural community is the close connection to your neighbors and friends. It is common to get a friendly wave from a complete stranger. This doesn’t seem like an odd occurrence to those of us who live here, but it is a benefit we enjoy and appreciate. We are Wisconsin Friendly; we look out for one another and are ready to help when we can. Volunteer Arnell Dog Walker Ed Schouweiler says you can be a Hero; giveBig! On Tuesday, April 25th, you will have a chance to make a difference where you live. GiveBig St. Croix Valley is your chance to donate to nonprofits that enrich our lives every day. Nonprofits serving our communities touch nearly all areas of our lives by providing food, clothing, shelter and health care, maintaining trails, conserving the St. Croix River, hosting local theater events and supporting stray and abandoned animals in need of a second chance. GiveBIG St. Croix Valley, is a once a year, 24 hour online fundraising campaign. Your donation to Arnell Humane Society will help us provide a safe shelter for homeless dogs and cats, give them a place to recuperate and find loving homes. Stray Dogs like Milo, Mazey and Asa, each suffering from leg fractures in 2016 needing homes and surgery to end their suffering. Abandoned Cats like Doc, Lionel and Midge; household pets discovered in a ditch with love to give. These are the animals in your community that need your helping
hand. This one day of online makes giving as easy as a click of your mouse. Learn more about the shelter and the services Arnell provides, visit the online Arnell Razoo giveBIG page at: https://giveSCV. razoo.com/story/Arnell-Memorial-Humane-Society AMHS has a $3,000 matching grant from the Arnell Executive Board Members and Nestle-Purina. Help us use every cent of these generous matching contributions. Your donation is tax-deductible. At the giveBig St. Croix Valley web page, https:// givescv.razoo.com , select Arnell from any of the three Polk County communities, (it doesn’t matter which one) to make your donation. If you would like to help us further, click the Donation Booster button and help cover the small processing fee associated with online donations. Follow the countdown to April 25th on our Facebook page: www.facebook.com/arnellhumane If online giving is not your style, mail a giveBig donation or drop it off at the shelter. Write GiveBig in the memo and we will be sure it is included in the total for this day of giving. Your donation will go directly to caring for stray, surrendered and abandoned pets at Arnell Memorial Humane Society, 185 Griffin St East, Amery, WI 54001, 715 268-7387 or online: ARNELLHUMANE.ORG and Facebook
No school program Playing with Poetry, April 14, 10 a.m.—11 a.m. Students in grades 3-6 are invited to join us for a wacky morning of poetry writing and games. DIY program for adults Learn how to make an earrings and bracelets, April 24 at 10 a.m. What’s It Worth? Antiques expert Mark Moran will visit the library on May 8, 4:00 p.m.— 7:00 p.m. for “What’s It Worth?: An Antique & Collectible Appraisal Event.” This program will be held “antiques roadshow”-style; space is limited. Reservations must be made by calling the library at 715-268-9340. Storytime Storytime is held on Wednesdays at 10 a.m. Join Miss Riss for interactive stories, songs, and more. Stick around after storytime for engaging art, music, or other early learning activities. Geared toward 2-5 year-olds and their caregivers. 1,000 books before kindergarten and Baby book bees These ongoing early literacy initiatives encourage families to establish a strong foundation of reading in young children. Visit the library to sign up for the program that is right for your child. Teen advisory board Open to 12-18 year olds, the Teen Advisory Board meets on the first Friday of each month, 3:45 p.m.—5:00 p.m., to plan events, talk about books and more.
Book discussion groups The Friends of the Library Book Discussion Group meets on the third Monday of the month at 1:30 p.m. to discuss general fiction and literature. The Great Seniors Book Club meets on the third Monday of the month at 10 a.m., at the Amery Area Community Center. Book sales The Friends of the Library Book Sale is held on the first Saturday of the month, 9 a.m.—2 p.m., and on the Thursday evening prior to the Saturday sale, 4 p.m.—7 p.m. Friends The Friends of the Amery Area Public Library Foundation meets on the third Monday of the month at 4:30 p.m. Meetings are open to all members and to the public. E-books, e-audiobooks and digital magazines Your MORE library card gives you access to the Overdrive collection of e-books, e-audiobooks, and streaming videos; the Freading collection of e-books; and the Flipster downloadable magazine collection. Check out the website Check out the library website at www.amerylibrary.org, or find us on Facebook at facebook.com/amerylibrary. Hours Library hours are Monday through Thursday 9 a.m.—7 p.m., Friday 9 a.m.—6 p.m., and Saturday 9 a.m.—2 p.m.
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Diabetes Expo presents tools to manage disease
Murder at Crooked House Clear Lake Community Theater invites you to ‘Murder at Crooked House’ by Tim Kelly. The show will be presented Fridays and Saturdays at 7 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m, April 21 through 30 at the Clear Lake Area Community Center Gymnasium. Admission is $8 for adults and $7 for senior citizens. $5 for 18 and under. The cast (front left to right) includes: Andrew Renteria, Claire Eckert, Amy Lundgren, Jenny Bergmann, Lorraine Hillstead, Dianne Dodge. Back left to right, Kathy Williamson, Lou Williamson, Zach Dodge, Melanie Cuper, Jerol Johnson, Tim Wyss, John Koerper, and Gary Hanson. Not pictured are John Stachowiak, Emily Roessler, and Elizabeth Larson.
Amery, Wis. – Amery Hospital & Clinic and Westfields Hospital & Clinic are teaming up to offer a spring Diabetes Expo. The free event, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Monday, April 24 at Westfields in New Richmond, Wis., will feature seminars, mini-classes and booths on subjects including: •Travel and diabetes •What your blood glucose checks can tell you •Starting an exercise plan •Adding healthy vegetables to meals •Sleep apnea •Diabetes eye care •And more “One of the biggest issues with type 2 diabetes is that people blame themselves,” said certified diabetes educator and registered dietician Jill Norstrem. “The goal of this event is to give people the tools they will need to take charge of their diabetes.” Light appetizers will be served and attendees can take advantage of free blood pressure checks and healthy diabetes meal planning services during the event. People wanting to attend should RSVP at healthpartnerslocalcare.org/DiabetesExpo or 651-4304655.
SELF HELP GROUPS Advance Directive Workshop. Who would make your healthcare decisions in the event you are unable to? How would this person know what decisions you would want made? Learn more about Advance Directives and how to complete them. Free Advance Directive Workshop will be held the first Wednesday of the month from 10-11 a.m. Wisconsin and Minnesota Advance Directives will be available. Call St. Croix Regional Medical Education Services at 715-483-0431 or 800642-1336 ext. 2431 to register. Alanon/Alateen (for family and friends of alcoholics) meets Thursday nights 7-8 p.m. at First Lutheran church, Amery. 715-268-8362. Alcoholics Anonymous meets every Monday 7 p.m., Wednesday 10 a.m., 7 p.m., Thursday 7 p.m., Friday 8 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m., Sunday 7 p.m. at Amery Community Center, 608 Harriman Ave. S. 715-781-4380 Jason. Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) Tuesdays 7 p.m. at Clear Lake Community Center, VFW Room 123. Richard 715-554-7277, Teresa 612-636-3244. Alcoholics Anonymous meets Thursdays 10 a.m. at Parkview Methodist church, Turtle Lake. Contact Mike 715-986-2457. Alzheimer’s Support Group. First Wednesday of the month 10 a.m. at Amery Senior Center. Last Tuesday of month 1 p.m. at Good Sam Nursing Home. Sharlene Bellefaille 715-635-6601. Baby & Me. Weekly play and discussion hour for parents and their infants (birth to 12 months). Wednesdays 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Amery Regional Medical Center, BirthDay Suites Waiting Room. Join at any time. No charge. Breast Feeding Support Group. All nursing mothers and babies are invited to participate. Group meets the second Thursday of the month from 10-11:30 a.m. and the fourth Thursday of the month from 6:30-8 p.m. at St. Croix Regional Medical Center. An International Board Certified Lactation Consultant will facilitate the group. Call 715-483-0431 or 800-642-1336 ext. 2431. No charge. C.H.A.D.D. (Children with Attention Deficit Disorder). Parent support group meets the fourth Monday of each month at Firstar Bank board room, Cumberland, 7 p.m. For info. call Pat Skinner at 715-822-8422 and leave message. Cancer, Grief & Depression Support Group. A support group to allow people to talk about their experiences with cancer, grief and depression as well as share mutual support to one another. Second Tuesday of every month at Amery Area Community Center at 1 p.m. You can join at any time and it is free and open to the public.
Caregiver Support Group meets the third Tuesday of every month from 2-3:30 p.m. at the Peace Lutheran Church in Dresser. Contact Barb at ADRC of NW WI at 877-485-2372 for more information. Compassionate Friends, Tri- County Chapter meets the first Monday of each month at 7 p.m. First Lutheran church, Clear Lake. This group offers support and understanding to families who are grieving the death of a child of any age, from any cause. For more information call 715-263-2739 Domestic Violence (DV) and Sexual Assault (SA) Support Groups and Services. Polk County - domestic violence (DV), sexual assault (SA) and the children’s group are every Monday (DV) and Tuesday (SA) beginning at 6 p.m. Call CRA to find out more info and for the location. Burnett County call CRA for info (the day and time will be changing). For more information call CRA 715-825-4414 or the 24 hour crisis line 1-800-261-7233. All groups and services are free of charge. Early Stage Alzheimer Support Group. For the diagnosed person and their caregiver. Challenges in early-stage dementia will be discussed, along with therapeutic benefits of family involvement. Sponsored in part by the American Alzheimer’s Association. Meetings are free of charge and open to the public, held at the Amery Centennial Hall the first Wednesday of each month at 10 a.m. Call 715-268-6605 to register. Epilepsy Foundation of Western Wisconsin. Call 1-800-924-2105. Family Child Care Professonals Network. Meets the third Thursday of each month. Contact Beth Neely at 715-483-1482 for more information. All family child care providers are welcome. Farm Crisis. Information on financial, mental health, legal, job retraining resources. Call 1-800-942-2474. Golden Age Manor Family Council meets the first Saturday of the month at 10 a.m. in the east wing sunporch. GAM is Polk County’s longest operating longterm healthcare facility. The Family Council’s goal is to enhance the lives of the residents beyond what the staff normally does. Grief Share. Have you lost someone close? Grief Share is a Christian based, non-denominational seminar/support group program that will be meeting at Centennial Hall in Amery every Monday at 1 p.m. For information call Bruce 715-268-2176 or 715-268-8360. Head Injury Support Group. Closed head injury, stroke, aneurism or traumatic brain injury which affects your daily living? Learn to cope with your disabilities, provide insight and camaraderie. Second Friday of each month 2-3:30 p.m. Frederic Public Library. Contact Julie Martin 715-327-4474.
Moms in Prayer International. •Two or more women who meet regularly to pray for their children, their schools, their teachers and administrators. •Mothers, grandmothers or anyone who is willing to pray for a specific child and school. •We meet at the Journey Church, 131 Broadway St., Amery, Mondays from 1:30-2:30 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 715-268-5270. MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers) is a group for moms and their kids. Every mom who is pregnant or has children 5 years of age and under is welcomed, accepted, and challenged to meet her potential. Better moms make a better world! For more info go to clmops@hotmail.com and call 715-263-2665 for location/dates/ time. NA meetings. There’s hope. Every Saturday 6 p.m. St. Croix Casino & Hotel, Turtle Lake. Room 121. Everyone welcome to attend. Info call Pat at 715-553-2859. Overeaters Anonymous Group. Monday evening 5:30 p.m. at the St. Croix Alano Club across from the clinic on Adams Street in St. Croix Falls. Questions call 715-825-3416. PEPTalk - P(arents)E(ncouraging)P(arents)... exists to encourage, support, and build up a community of homeschool families in Polk County, Wisconsin. Through our regular activities we provide opportunities for families to come together to enrich their students’ learning experiences with special classes, field trips, play dates, and celebrations. We facilitate regular time together which provides social, academic and character-building activities for our children while parents encourage and support each other through the homeschooling journey. We also strive to serve our surrounding communities through projects that emphasize selflessness and provide opportunities for parents and children to use their gifts and talents to serve others. We welcome all types of homeschooling families to check us out! PEPTalk activities happen throughout the month. For more information contact Jenn Dueholm, jenndueholm@yahoo.com or Wendy Dietrich, thedietrichs@ amerytel.net. Like us on Facebook under PEPTalk. Polk County Parent-To-Parent Coaliton, a network for parents of children from birth through adulthood who have disabilities or other special needs. For more information about meetings and advocacy support, contact Lynne 715-472-2002. PREGNANT. Need help? Our tests and help are free and confidential. 715-755-BABY (2229). Osceola Life Care Center.
Student Assistance Program is for students in the Amery school district who may be having personal or family problems. Strict confidentiality is followed except in cases of danger to self or others. Call 715-2680303 for middle school S.A.P. members or 715-2680214 for high school S.A.P. members. TEENS—Talk before you run. Trained counselors will listen. 1-800-491-8336 or 715-235-8882. TEENCARE. Where teens get help fast. 1-800-4918336. TOPS Club meets Tuesdays 3:30-5 p.m. at the Balsam Lake Municipal Building (under the water tower), Balsam Lake. Contact Nancy 715-646-1464 or just come to a meeting. TOP’s mission is to support our members as they take off and keep off pounds sensibly. Tutors: Free tutors are available to anyone who would like help studying for GED, English as a Second Language (ESL), or with basic skills in reading or math. Call 715-405-7323 to be matched with a local tutor. Veteran’s Support Group. 1st Tuesday monthly 5:30-6:30 p.m. at Amery VFW, 130 Wisconsin Ave. Spouses/significant other also welcome and encouraged to attend. Contact Dan 715-768-0679, Amanda 715-429-0467 or Dianna 715-607-1898. Sponsored by Amery VFW Post 7929 and American Legion Post 169. Weight Loss Club meets Thursdays 8-9 a.m. Our Savior’s Lutheran church, 217 Deronda St., Amery. Bonnie Timm 715-268-2980. Western Wisconsin LYME Education and Support Group meets: fourth Thursday of the month (April through October) at 7 p.m. at Our Savior’s Lutheran church, 217 Deronda St., Amery. (No meetings November through March). Meetings are free of charge and open to the public. For info call Ann 715-268-2856, Paula 715-268-2035, Bonnie 715-268-9557, Sue 715268-6687. Women’s Spiritual Growth Group meets each Thursday from 7-8 p.m. at 931 Pine St., St. Croix Falls..
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Amery Middle School Honor Roll Grade 8— “A” Honor Roll: Joseph Bohn, Sydney Bosley, Hannah Bottolfson, Lidia Curtis, Lucy Curtis, Allena de la Cruz, Kari Eggert, Hannah Elmer, Alexis Engelking, Jabin Friberg, Anna Gange, Drew Granica, Nicholas Hahn, Makayla Hanson-Wall, Brandyl Harlander, Madilyn Heinn, Jenna Hendrickson, Isabella Jicinsky, Chase Jonns, Emilie Koenig, Josie Krueger, Michael Kurschinski, Wyatt Luchtenburg, Mary Mallum, Dezirae Mork, Megan Novak, Jacob Oman, Megan Osero, Samuel Otto, Sydney Peterson, Derek Rademaker, Tanner Rankin, Zachary Silvis, Bailey Snyder, Abbe Starr, Allison Stauner, Lilly Streich, Keaton Tollakson, Paighton Tyman, Hannah VanSomeren, Sophia Whitley, Ella Williamson, Caleb Wilson. “B” Honor Roll: Mitchell Baillargeon, Jacob Bembenek, Savannah Benitez, Dakota Bricker, Nicolas Bush, Makaylaa Cassavant-Bloom, Travis Cernohous, Gracie Cran, Owen Dodge, Katherine Elwood, Evan Friberg, Sarah Garves, Riley George, Lexi Griffin, Jana Hinz, Grant Hoff, Tyler Hunt, Walker Ingham, Hunter Jenderny, Luke Julson, Rebecca Kegley, Timothy Kelling, Riehle Kulzer, Tristen Madison, Alexis Madsen, Aricka McDermond-Stream, Blake Miller, Kelsey Oman, Daedyn Pearce, Jordan Penard, Austin Peterson, Marcus Petry, McKenzie Spafford,
Jackson Spanyard, Jack Springett, Ruby Tallent, Tristun Trudeau, Mariah Waalen, Cullen Wolf, Daniel Wolf, Makaylee Zezza.
Grade 7— “A” Honor Roll: Kira Anderson, Robert Beese, Lana Belz, Reese Benware, Raina Bryan, Breanna Burstad, Angie Castorena, Gonsalez, Leo Drews, Aaron Gilbertson, Courtney Glenna, Ella Gould, Victoria Greene, Zoe Gustafson, Larissa Johnson, Seraphina Johnson, Jonathan Lorsung, Kole Marko, Deidra Meyer, Jessica Miller, Madison Moulton, Bryauna Ralidak, Alaina Rivard, Jack Smestad, Madeline Thompson, Alexa Thorsheim, Joseph Wentz, Dayton White, Otto Whitley, Madison Will, Jacob Young, Aidan Ziegler. “B” Honor Roll: Micah Boe-Parish, Abigail Bushinger, Luke Carr, Victoria Collins, Dylan Cone, Caiden DeMar, Charles Flanum, Lane Frederick, Mara Fulton, Molly Fulton, Bryn Gouker, MyKenzi Gumulauskas, Iris Hegarty, Austin Holmberg, Kale Hopke, Asa Hoyer, Asher Ingham, Maddison Johnson, Samuel Kelling, Jayden Knowlan, Michael Lepak, Crystal Livingston, Lorali Madsen, Sydney Maier, Gavin Melberg, Emily Pettersen, Austin Schleusner, Hailey Schoeberl, Chance Schroeder, Cody Scribner, Zachary Sorensen, Tylee Thompson, Remington Vie-
brock, Justin Walter.
Grade 6— “A” Honor Roll: Mia Brotzel, Helen Buenzli, Dominic Byrnes, Grace Carlson, Sophia Danielson, Anarene Evenson, Annabelle Fisk, Amelia Foeller, Ella Fulton, Ulric Gatica, Connor Grimm, Miguel Herrera, Eden Hose, Kaileigh Hosking, Jens Lindquist, Bridgett Madison, Tyler Meier, Madelyn Mike, Truc Nguyen, Frank Novak, Emily Oman, Kaitlyn Peterson, Anna Powell, Aurora Schwartz, Lauren Sobczak, Garret Tyman, Megan Wolf. “B” Honor Roll: Addison Amundsen, Blu Anderson, Cole Andren, Anna Boe-Parish, Adella Braun, Tyler Burns, Caleb Carlson, Derrick Chute, Aaron Collins, Grant Cook, Maya Curtis, Logan Dockendorf, Mercedes Dravis, Rachel Garves, Maverick Goulet, Gabriel Graski, Ava Green, Ryan Hanson, Isaac Hoffman, Ashleigh Holloman, Tyler Jackson, Victorria Jonns, Hannah Justice, Landen Krueger, Lucy Kube, Tori LaPointe, Aidan Leggett, Zachary Long, Rachel Mallum, Maxwell Mike, Carter Nielsen, Xavier Parton, Malone Plaski, Brayden Prindle, Jaclyn Reed, Bradley Seline, Kobe Stinson, Roxanne Tritt, Desiree Wishard, Annie Zinn.
Girls just wanna have fun During their monthly meeting on April 3 at the Village Pizzeria of Amery, members of the Amery Woman’s Club and guests began with a fun mixer before dinner. The eighth grade winners of the Helen Mears Art Contest were presented with a certificate and prize money by Helen Mears chair, Gloria Lansin. These five students presented their winning watercolor paintings. Eight members also sashayed down the “runway” as fashion models for the evening. Each woman spent time at Worn Again, selecting just the right outfit to showcase their great purchases. Along with AWC members, Kris Leehe, Director at Worn Again, and other staff, cheered on the members as they donned their outfits.
Fashion models at the Woman’s Club Meeting were (left to right) Colleen Adams, Julie Andersen, Beth Wydeven, Julie Riemenschneider, Sue Clausen, Val Herspt, Elaine Boucher, and Nell Anderson.
HIGHER EDUCATION HONORS Named to winter term dean's list LA GRANDE, Ore.- Eastern Oregon University named 509 students to the dean's list for the 2017 winter term. Qualifying students achieve and maintain a grade point average of 3.5 or higher on a 4.0 scale while completing a minimum of 12 hours of graded coursework for the duration of the term. The following students from your area earned this distinction: Cassidy Sather of Amery, WI
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Pennies for People Students from Amery Middle School raised $740 during their Spring Fling ‘penny wars’ event and donated it to the Northwoods Homeless Shelter in Amery. A check for $740.00 was presented to Ginny Ormsby. Thanks to the charity being part of this month’s GIVE BIG event, an outside source will also match these funds for a total donation of $1,480.00. Pictured are (left to right) Allison Stauner, Alexis Engelking, Ginnie Ormsby (Northwoods Homeless Shelter), Zoe Gustafson, Madison Will, Tyler Burns, Maya Curtis and Joann Erickson (AMS Staff).
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Clear Lake art students shine at State Competition Congratulations to Clear Lake’s high school art team. The group attended the State Level Visual Arts Classic Competition in Madison on Friday. After a long day the group came home with eight Gold, three Silvers and one honorable mention. Students had long-term projects and on site projects being judged and critiqued on a professional level at the UW Madison Campus.
State Visual Art Classic qualifiers: Jordan Iverson, Erin Cockroft, Maddy Powers, Kiley Mott, Parker Reindahl, Clara Pearson, Gabby Loesner, Malena Larson, Madeline Anderson, and Courtney Swagger.
Courtney Swagger’s completed onsite printmaking project, which received Gold.
Madeline Anderson received Gold on her onsite Personal Adornment.
Jordan Iverson received gold for this onsite ceramic project.
Kiley Mott and her finished onsite painting, which received Gold.
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Beginning and more advanced techniques for catching the elusive walleye will be the focus of Walleye Fishing Techniques Only the Pros Know offered by UW-Barron County. The 3-part series is offered on Thursdays from 6-8 PM beginning April 27. The first two weeks will be classroom discussion including identification of walleye lakes, DNR rules and regulations, equipment, baits, locators, and a focus group featuring some of the best walleye anglers in northern Wisconsin. The May 11 session will meet on an area lake where participants will join experienced anglers to practice and hone their skills. Course cost is $49 and includes materials for making a walleye rig. Preregistration is required for all classes. For more information or to register, call Barb Ritzinger at 715-234-8176 Ext. 5503, email barbara.ritzinger@ uwc.edu or visit www.ce.uwc.edu/barron.
Learn to ID trees Ever wonder what that tree is? Here is a chance to learn to identify trees growing in and around our neighborhoods. The Polk County Master Gardener Volunteers will be hosting a presentation by Polk County Forester Jeremy Koslowski. Mr. Koslowski will help with identifying local trees, primarily identifying by the various bark colors and patterns. Join the Polk County Master Gardener Volunteers on Monday, April 10th, at the Polk County Justice Center in Balsam Lake. Meetings begin at 6 pm and Mr. Koslowski will present at 7 pm. All are invited to the meetings and/or presentations and there is absolutely no charge for attending. Guests are encouraged and welcome. Any questions, please call Jackie at 268-8786 or Sally at 268-2926.
How do you even begin thanking a Community? We are so blessed and, quite frankly, overwhelmed at the outpouring of love and appreciation at our Open House last week! What a wonderful time we had, and we hope all those who came had a great time too! The list is way too long to individually thank all those who helped make this possible, who sent flowers, gifts and cards, who offered to work in the kitchen (even though this party was for YOU) - I could go on and on….just… THANK YOU! It was great to hear Austin Finch, who celebrated his 93rd birthday the day before, regale us with the tales of his history. He has so many interesting things to say that we will be having him back just so we can hear more of his stories! Here’s to another 30 years! GIVEBIG 2017 is here! And YOU could have a chance to win $100 if you donate to the Amery Area Community Center! We hope you will see the Amery Area Community Center as a vital part of this community and help support us today. Funding for non-profits can be tough, and this year is no exception. We hope that you will consider donating through this avenue - we don't have to work our volunteers silly by holding a "working" fundraiser, and yet it will go towards a very good cause. The Community Center houses other non-profits in this area too, so we are a valued commodity. Please consider helping us today! Anyone who donates $50 or more will be entered into a drawing for a $100! Thank you! Our annual rummage sale held April 27th & 28th that is open to the public. It’s held indoors, so no matter what the weather is outside, it will be nice inside, and we have lots of goodies to look through! Members of the Community Center are welcome to shop early as we are
setting up (which is one more benefit to becoming a member!) If you have anything you would like to donate, you are welcome to drop it off during business hours. We accept items all year round! Our Minnesota Twins trip is scheduled for Sunday, May 21st, bus leaves at 11am for a 1:10 game, return approximately 6:30pm. Our Trip Coordinator is MarJean Sieberer. Cost: $60.00 includes bus ride and ticket for the game. BONUS: Also includes stadium approved carry-on bag for your convenience with wrist strap and shoulder strap - $12.50 value! Payment MUST be received by APRIL 28th – we need to fill just 9 more seats to make this trip a go, so if you want to join us, make sure you sign up as soon as possible! Join us for a fun painting party on Friday, May 5th at 6pm! We provide the canvas, easels, brushes, paints, table covers & aprons. Each painter will go home with their own beautiful painting at the end of the party. The painting will be the one shown above. The cost is $30, snacks will be provided and adult beverages will be available for purchase. A pop machine is also in the building. No carry-in beverages, please. Space is limited to 40 participants. You do not need to be a member of the Community Center to attend this event. Please make checks out to "Brush Strokes Paint Party" and drop off or mail in your payment by April 28th and we will get you registered! The Blue Hills Genealogical Society will present a 2-hour class on Getting Started in Genealogy at the Amery Community Center on April 13 from 1:00-3:00 p.m. Please bring a pencil with eraser, paper and pen for taking notes, and information you have on your family tree.
We will be discussing the various tools used in recording genealogy, how to find information on your ancestors, evaluating resources, and how a genealogy society is of help to you in your search. Knowing your heritage brings a sense of belonging and rootedness to your life. As you learn the stories of those that made you possible, you will gain motivation and desire to overcome problems in your life and rise to your greatest potential. You will be able to preserve your family history for your descendants in years to come. Please call 715.268.6605 to reserve your spot. Remember it’s only $20/year to be a member of the Center, and you get a lot for your dues – and it helps us out a lot! We are a non-profit organization that depends on dues, donations and fundraisers to keep our doors open. Congratulations to Syd Lund for winning first place in Monday cards, Paula Schmidt won second. Gary Snelling was first in pool with Mary Fisher bringing up second, Paul Seidel third, and Wendell Anderson fourth. Jerry Fisher won the consolation prize. Carl Johnson was first in Wii Bowling, with Milt Johnson in second, Paul Seidel third and Sandy White fourth. Syd Lind was first in Wednesday bridge with Paula Schmid second, and Evie Porter third. Gary Snelling was first in Thursday pool, Paul Seidel second, and Mary Fisher third. Loren Bavin won the consolation prize. Don’t forget all members are encouraged to come and join in the fun! We have people that can teach you pool, Wii bowling and Mahjongg if you want to learn. Thank you all for playing! Have a great week! Kari Fladwood - Executive Director
AMERY SPRING SHOW PARTICIPANT
Johnson Ford of New Richmond family enjoyed seeing you at the Amery Spring Show
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BOOTH AT THE AMERY SPRING SHOW
Thank you to everyone who helped raise $2,120 for the Amery Area Food Pantry by test driving a Ford. We had 106 test drives. Pictured with the Johnson Ford Team is Cheryl Bowman, Amery Area Food Pantry.
We look forward to doing this again next year!
Johnson Ford of New Richmond Hwy. 64 North, New Richmond Sales 866-945-8283
Lampert Lumber will be at the Amery Spring Show Friday, April 7, 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm Saturday, April 8, 10:00 am to 5:00 pm Stop by and check-out Milwaukee’s New 16ga Airless Finish Nailer
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Amery Spring Show highlights, Easter this weekend What a beautiful weekend! Hopefully everyone had a chance to enjoy the sunshine, and maybe even get some projects accomplished outside before rain and the white Pounding the stuff showed up yesthe terday and last night. good thing about Pavement One snow in April, it usuPam Humpal ally does not last long, and it is good moisture for the ground. The 14th Annual Amery Spring Show was last weekend. Thank you to the showgoers that joined the festivities, the Amery Youth Hockey Association for their great facility, and also thank you to the participating area businesses/organizations that set up displays for the show. The wonderful displays/booths is what makes the show…good job! A very special thank you to the following for having demonstrations at the show:Amery Fire Department with their new airboat, Tim Strohbusch showing the Pickleball game, Polk Burnett Beekeepers Association with the importance of bees, Larry Loverude and Jim Meyer with the processing of maple syrup. With the generosity of the showgoers, we were able to present the Amery Area Food Pantry with over 30 boxes of food items and $381. Plus Johnson Ford of New Richmond raised $2,120 for the food pantry from the 106 test drives that was taken during the show. The annual Amery Spring Show is one of my favorite events during the year. I love to visit with the showgoers and all the business people…I know, everyone is surprised that I like to visit. My Fitbit even had a workout on Friday with setting up and walking around during the show, I had over 27,000 steps that day with a total of over 60,000 steps for the 3 days at the rink. Once again, thank you very much to everyone who had a part in this year’s Amery Spring Show…the tentative dates for next year’s show is April 6 & 7,
2018. Included in this issue is a special Spring Sports Section featuring high school athletes from Amery, Clayton and Clear Lake. Thank you to the coaches, athletic directors and athletes for your assistance with this section. Show your support to your local teams by attending sporting events…Good Luck athletes! It’s Easter Week! This issue is filled with Easter activities, special church services, and lucky ham winners. Congratulations to the winners, and enjoy your delicious hams. The Amery Community Club welcomes boys and girls up to 10 years old to come join the fun at the annual Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, April 15. The event is held in downtown Amery at Soo Line Park at 10am. Thousands of eggs will be hid in the piles for kids to search for. Yes it is for the kids, so parents please let the kids get in the piles by themselves. There will be drawings for the kids for special baskets, and the Easter Bunny will be there with photos by Cahill Studios from 9-11am. You will receive a FREE 4x6 photo with 2 non-perishable food items to the Amery Area Food Pantry. Picture packages are also available for purchase. Once again this year, the Amery Fire Department will host a Pancake Breakfast at the fire hall from 7-11am on Saturday along with the Easter Egg Hunt. I hope to see you in Amery for all the fun Easter festivities this weekend! Happy Birthday this week to my brother-in-law, Marv, on April 12, and to my niece, Julie, on April 13. Enjoy your special days! Also, Happy 15th Anniversary on April 13 to my niece and nephew-in-law, Jeri and Kelly…Congratulations! Have a great week, and a very blessed Easter celebration with family and friends…”He Is Risen, He Is Risen Indeed! Hallelujah!”
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AMERY COMMUNITY EDUCATION If you did not receive a Community Education brochure in your mail, you can pick one up at any of the 4 schools or the public library. You can also view the entire brochure and register online through the Community Ed link on the Amery School website www.amerysd.k12.wi.us Pre-register for all classes and events by mail, in person, online (www.amerysd. k12.wi.us) or by phone. For more information call 715-268-9771 x220 or email commed@amerysd.k12.wi.us. Estate Planning as we Age: Identify the five common estate planning mistakes to avoid, identify ways to protect your assets, and help you determine your specific estate planning needs. May 2 from 6-8 p. Fee $9 to Comm Ed, pre-register. Pinterest: Get Pinning: Pin recipes, crafts, home improvement projects, and so much more to virtual boards for easy organizing. We will set up your profile and boards and get you pinning before you leave. Pinterest is also a great tool to sell your stuff if you are an artist or crafter. Basic computer skills are required. You must have an email or a Facebook account to register for a
Pinterest account. April 18 from 6-8:30 p. WITC Fee $21.50 or SR Fee $13. Pre-register with WITC, www.witc.edu, 1-800-2439482 ext 4221. Class # 26979. Essential Oils for Summer: Gear up for summer with natural alternatives using essential oils. In class you will make a natural insect repellent, 'owie' spray, and an itch stick. Leave class with some simple natural alternatives to use at home this summer. April 18 from 6-7:30 p. Fee $14 to Comm Ed – pre-register. Supply Fee $20, pay at class. Knitting: Felted Bags: Learn to change the look and feel of your knitting with a little hot water. We will knit a wool bag in-the-round and then learn to felt it in a washing machine. This class is great for beginning and experienced knitters alike. Materials list available from Comm Ed. Thursdays, April 20 through May 18 from 6-8 p. Fee $36 to Comm Ed, pre-register. Rustic Twig Furniture . . . Build Your Own Whimsical Twig Chair, Table, or Slab Garden/ Fire Pit Bench - no experience necessary! The instructor has been building twig furniture since 1995 and teaches techniques that will al-
low you to build more furniture and garden structures in the future. Sat, April 22 from 9a – 4p. Fee $130 includes all materials. Fee for optional building partner $15. Pre-register. Wild Mushrooms: Spring Edibles - Learn to identify, harvest and prepare wild morel mushrooms. Identify all forms of true and false morels as well as how to prepare them for the table. We will also discuss Oyster mushrooms and Pheasant's Back mushrooms along with several edible spring plants. May 8 & 9 from 5:30-8:30 p. WITC Fee $24.05 or SR Fee $4.50. Pre-register with WITC, www. witc.edu, 1-800-243-9482 ext 4221. Class # 26978. Get Fit Fast (Fit And Save Time) - Are you spending time working out but not getting the results you want? In less than 20 minutes per day, you can burn up to 9x more fat, increase your heart strength and lung capacity improve cholesterol and hormone levels, improve your blood pressure. You can adapt the FAST workout to any space . . . and you don't need equipment. May 8 from 6-7 p. Fee $19, pre-register with Community Ed.
Thank you for stopping by our booth at the Amery Spring Show!
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POSITION INVOLVES: Food production, assistance with inventory, dishwashing, wiping tables, cleaning, food safety monitoring, and maintenance of all quality and sanitation standards. REQUIREMENTS: Applicants must be able to bend and lift up to 50 pounds. Excellent customer service and teamwork skills required. Please complete an application and email it to jernst@clwarriors.org or drop it off at the District Business Office at 1101 3rd St. SW, Clear Lake, WI 54005. Applications can be found online at http://www.clwarriors.org under the employment opportunities link. Applications can be mailed to: Joshua Ernst, Superintendent, School District of Clear Lake, 1101 3rd St. SW, Clear Lake, WI 54005
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Golden Age Manor in Amery, WI would like you on our team!
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UMOS Child Development Program Serving Migrant & Seasonal Head Start children from ages 6 weeks- to 5.11 years, Season runs from June-October is now accepting applications for positions at the Amery Wisconsin Center.
Employment Opportunities: Mentor Coach: Year Round at Oshkosh, Wisconsin *Bus Driver/Janitor $12.77 * Classroom Teacher III $15.56 * Bus Monitor $9.98 *Health Services Worker II $14.17
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Part-time (approx. 16 hours/week), flexible salaried position. Responsibilities: Do bulletin/newsletter creation/production, record keeping, website maintenance and communications. Computer skills, interpersonal skills and confidentiality are essential. Interested persons may contact Redeemer Lutheran Church by email (revrooster78@yahoo.com) or by phone (715-268-7283) by May 3rd, 2017.
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Spring Show Weekend! The Amery Free Press hosted another successful Spring Show over the weekend. $381 in cash and thirty boxes of food were donated to the Amery Area Food Pantry. Johnson Ford also donated $2,120 to the food pantry through their Drive4URCommunity Program, successfully logging over 100 test drives.
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City Council Notes BY JESSICA DE LA CRUZ EDITOR@THEAMERYFREEPRESS.COM
After some difficulty in finding a quorum, the Amery City Council met on Wednesday, April 5. Julie Reimenschneider, Rick Van Blaricom, Kris Vicker were present, with Tim Strohbusch present via telephone. The council accepted the resignation of David Myers who has not been able to attend council meetings since December for medical reasons, and appointed Sharon Paulson to complete the remainder of his term. •Public Works Director Chanz Green says that city crews are out flushing hydrants this week. If you notice any discolored water, just run your faucets. Watch for street crews as they are out clearing storm drains and patching roads. The brush dump will open April 15 from 9 to noon, and be open the first and third Saturday of every month. •Police Chief Tom Marson says winter parking has been discontinued earlier than normal. Marson says they’ve seen an increase in ordinance violations and concerns, including stray chickens, noise, junked vehicles, and burning. Drug Take-Back Day will be held April 29 from 11 to 2 at the Amery Police Department, sponsored in part by the Amery Woman’s Club. Amery will also participate in Severe Weather Awareness week, taking part in a statewide drill on April 20 at 1:45 and 6:45. Tornado sirens will be test-
Students in Mr. Simonson’s class presented Amery Police Chief Tom Marson with $600, half of the funds raised from the class’s Amery2Amory t-shirt sale. The other half was given to Amory, Miss. for a similar program. Fire Chief Dale Koehler also presented the students with Fire Department patches and t-shirts for our new friends in Amory, Miss.
ed at those times. •Fire Chief Dale Koehler brought the new airboat to the meeting to show council members. Koehler says the purchase has brought new excitement to the department. Training will be conducted on various lakes in the coming months. It will officially be put into service on May 1. Koehler also asks that people please use the website for burning permit requests. Click on the request tab. There is no current ban but conditions are very dry. •Library Director James Nalen says there will be a no-school program on April 14. There will be playing with poetry, times are listed online. Teen Fun Friday will be April 19 with the theme of stop motion animation. The Library is also taking signups now for ‘Antiques and Collectibles Appraisal’ event. Mark Moran, an appraiser with Antiques Roadshow will be on hand Monday, May 8 from 4 to 7 p.m. They have 40 slots available, and Moran will spend about five minutes per item. Call 268-9340 to sign up. •Clerk/Treasurer Fran Duncanson says that building and zoning permit season is picking up. She reminds people that if they’re thinking about a project to stop by City Hall to make sure they are in compliance. The first meeting of the Tourism Commission will be in April. She’ll also be meeting with the Community Center regarding their lease. She recorded 674 voters in the City of Amery. She says there were a few people who came in after 8 p.m. and were not able to vote. She says at 8 p.m. one of the poll workers gets in at the back of the line, and anyone in line gets to vote. Board of Review is coming up in May. Duncanson has attended training for the event. Duncanson will also fi le expenditure restraint by the end of the month, funds that the city must apply and qualify for. •Management Analyst David Chanski was unable to present the Walkability Study due to other projects. He anticipates possibly being able to present it in June. The water recreation study survey will go out this month with second quarter utility bills. There
will also be an opportunity to take the survey online, and at different areas around town. Chanski has received training to manage the website. Please let him know if anything needs updating or to be added. Request For Proposals have been sent out for inspection of the Apple River dam, due to be inspected in 2017. The dam has to be inspected every ten years. Those proposals will come in over the next few weeks, and will be Fire Chief Dale Koehler (right) presented (left to right) Bammer Martin , Gary Anderson , and reviewed by the Finance Rick Van Blaricom with plaques in recognition for their years of service. Rick Van Blaricom Committee. was recognized for 44(ish) years of service. He stays on with the department as a first re•Finance Committee sponder but has turned in his boots and helmet. Gary Anderson was recognized for 25 years met on March 28. They of service. Bammer Martin was recognized for 28 years of service. reviewed a budget amendment request for the purchase of Self-Contained the previously approved seven-day maximum will Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) by the Fire Depart- be approved on an individual basis. The city is also ment. Koehler says he made the proposal because working on an online reservation system which will of a 20 percent increase that may be coming. They hopefully be up by mid summer. Amery’s Fall Fesare trying to replace sixteen SCBA units. Kris Vick- tival Committee has volunteered to help share the er says they are keeping an eye on the situation but cost of relocating some electric pedestals in Michael they know the replacement is on the horizon. They Park. A concrete pad will also be poured behind the discussed recruitment and hiring process for a new bandshell to help with loading and unloading of band City Administrator. They have solicited Requests equipment. Van Blaricom also discussed an ongoing For Proposals from several recruiting firms that thought of adding a piece of rail and a caboose near could help in the hiring process, and review them. In Soo Line Park. Van Blaricom says they’d been given closed session they reviewed negotiation of the lease the go ahead from the DNR, which prompted neighboring property owner Dave Toftness to attend the with the Amery Community Center. •Parks and Recreation discussed the dog park. committee meeting. Toftness had been attempting They have one proposed area on the Northwest side to acquire the property since the 1990s, which would of the airport runway, but need to check with the square up his property lines. The city approved a letFAA about fencing. They also have an offer from ter of support for Dave Toftness to go forward with someone who owns property at the end of Arlington pursuing the purchase of that parcel from the DNR. •Planning Commission met to discuss the new Drive, which may or may not be a feasible option. No decision has been made. A grant application is Kwik Trip project and a proposed hotel project in now with the DNR on the proposed North Twin boat March. Kwik Trip’s site plan was approved with an landing. The project now awaits funding determina- expected construction timeline of 2018. Nothing is tion. They reviewed a new policy for North Park’s firm yet on the hotel concept. •The annual organizational meeting of the council RV/Campground. Fees have been raised from $25 to $40 per night. The city received and approved a will be held on April 18. request for a thirty-day stay. Such stays outside of
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