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One graduate’s cap summarized so well the reasons it will be hard for the seniors and staff that are leaving Amery High School. They feel the people they have spent their time with during their years have certainly made it an enjoyable run.

The end of an era

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It wasn’t only the graduates who were bidding a fond farewell during Sunday’s graduation ceremony, held in the Amery High School Gymnasium.

It was a last for various people who participated in the event. Dr. Shawn Doerfler gave his last presentation of a graduating class as Amery high school principal. Next year Doerfler will attend the ceremony as District Administrator and watch while new

takes over the principal’s portion of the event. Chris Boyd directed his final performance with the high school band, as he will be leaving the district at the end of the school year and this SEE GRADUATION ON PAGE 36

Two people have been charged with numerous crimes in connection with the investigation of an alleged drug house in Clayton. Leonard Wohlwend, 51 and 38-year-old Sharilynn Wirth have both been charged with maintaining a drug trafficking place, possession of methamphetamine and possession of drug paraphernalia. According to the crimiTHURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 33, 2222 a controlled nal complaint, VOL. 131Wohlwend NO. 19 www.moraminn.com $1.00 substance search warrant was issued May 31 for 302 Pershing Street Clayton. The warrant was a part of an ongoing investigation in which a roommate of primary occupants Wohlwend and Wirth had been arrested earlier in the day with approximately 26 grams of meth. The same Wirth roommate had sold meth to an informant on at least one occasion at the residence. Wohlwend and Wirth were the only people present at the time the warrant was executed. During the search it was determined that Wohlwend and Wirth share a bedroom and that she had her own room for personal

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Gehrman prepares for one last drive around the route

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With a little heart, soul and help from the bus patrol, Suzi Gehrman has carted children back and forth from the Amery Schools since 1986. The decision to retire was not

an easy one as the students have left an impression on her heart, and throughout the years she has left a major impact on the lives of the students. Gehrman started her bus-driving career in 1980

with the School District of Clayton. It gave her the opportunity to be near her own children. She wasn’t apprehensive about driving a big bus. She knew it had the exact same motor as the gravel truck that she and her

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GEHRMAN: Wrote hand written notes to families announcing retirement FROM PAGE ONE

I needed to go to the chiropractor before the bus garage. The voice on the other end of the line told me to go ahead and do whatever I needed. I went up to sweet Arlen York’s office and after he fi xed my back up he said, ‘Come on girl, I am going with you. You are going to get this job.’ We walked into the bus garage and straight up to darling Roy Beecroft. Before I could say a word, Roy said, ‘You’re hired. Give me your license.’ We went for a ride and the rest is history.” Unlike the confidence she felt when driving the buses in Clayton, Gehrman shared she was quite nervous on that first ride with Beecroft. In Clayton, the school buses had noses on the front of them and Amery’s were flat. She

‘People have asked me how I did this for so many years. I promise you that once you start driving these wonderful kids, you will never want to leave. My 39 years behind the wheel went by way too fast.’ Suzi Gehrman Retiring bus driver APRIL ZIEMER|AMERY FREE PRESS

was quite positive that he was going to crash into something. When he didn’t, she figured she would. “He told me that once I got used to this kind of bus, I would never go back and he was right,” said Gehrman. Even the snowy Wisconsin winter roads are not a challenge for Gehrman. “Are you kidding? This thing can make it through anything. It drives like a dream,” she said from the seat of her big yellow rig. She said in the beginning Beecroft and Les Heiden had her in training, fi lling in on routes. Next she drove Jacquie Dixon’s Polk County Ed. route. Gehrman said, “Les told me, ‘Where I tell you to go, you go.’ And I said, ‘Yes Sir.’ I did that for a year before I said, ‘Gosh darn it Les, I want a full-time route.’ So I was given bus nine when sweet Bruce Schubert and his wife Jan stopped driving the

Between her years in Clayton and Amery, Suzi Gehrman has spent 39 years driving students to and from school each day. She said she is going to miss their sleepy little faces each morning.

Lake Wapogasset area.” She said she did that route for a little while and next drove north of Hwy. 8 for some years. “Les came to me and said Ethel Leisz wanted a smaller bus and wondered if I would like to take a challenge, and of course I did. Which landed me where I have been ever since,” she said. Gehrman shared current transportation supervisor Tom Olson recently checked on the year she settled into her home of bus No. 18, and it took place in 1995. It is part of a route that for many years was driven by Harvey Monson as bus 14. “I have four families of second generations on that route. I just love it,” Gehrman said. She has named her buses throughout the years and said the first bus she had on

her current route was named Hummer. “She didn’t go fast, but she was dependable. Hummer had over 300,000 miles on her,” said Gehrman. The children who share it

When asked if she had any advice for the person who takes over her route she said, “Listen to the kids and love them.” with Gehrman named the current bus. “Teenerbird got her name because she is No. 18 and she is a Bluebird brand bus,” she said. Teenerbird has heartfelt tokens from the children taped above the driver’s area.

With eyes fi lled with tears she talked about the sleepy faces that have been a part of her bus family for so many years. “From kindergarten on up through High School, I have loved these kids. They are my own babies. They have shared with me their tears and their own joys, and I have done the same,” said Gehrman. She said the children noticed on days when she was feeling sad, like times when she had lost her parents. They asked her if she wanted to talk about anything. She said, “If you open up to them, they open up to you and you really form a bond.” She remembers what it felt like in younger years when her parents were divorcing and tries her best to be a support for any tough situation

her bus babies are facing. She makes sure families have her phone number and encourages them to call her at anytime if they feel there is something going on in their children’s lives that she should be aware of. Some of her specific favorite memories include the time a mother chased the bus down to try to clean it after her child had gotten sick while aboard and the time that a gentleman tried to ride the bus with a child on the first day and she wouldn’t let him. She didn’t know for sure he was the child’s father and did not have permission to allow him on the bus. He was waiting with the principal when she pulled up to the school. It turned out he was indeed the father, and a police officer. She explained and they understood that she was just trying to keep her babies safe. Gehrman asked her riders if they had any requests pertaining to who takes over her driver’s seat. They said they wanted someone who smiles and tells them to, “Have a good night.” When asked if she had any advice for the person who takes over her route she said, “Listen to the kids and love them.” The decision to retire was exceptionally rough. She sat down and hand wrote letters to the families before the announcement of her retirement. “I sat at my table blubbering. I would start writing a letter and then crumple it up. I didn’t think I would make it through writing them,” said Gehrman. She is exited to spend more time with her husband of almost 48 years, Bob. She will also be able to have more time with her three daughters, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. One thing that she will not do in retirement is sleep-in. “I will still get up at quarter after three in the morning,” she said. She also hopes to eventually come back and sub. Gehrman said, “People have asked me how I did this for so many years. I promise you that once you start driving these wonderful kids, you will never want to leave. My 39 years behind the wheel went by way too fast.”

DRUG HOUSE: Two face up to seven years in prison, $25,000 in fines if convicted FROM PAGE ONE

effects. In the room belonging to only Wirth a bubble pipe was located on a shelf with a significant amount of residue testing positive for meth.

In the shared bedroom, a cut straw was found containing a significant amount of residue that also tested positive for meth. Other cut straws were located in that room and multiple items of

meth related paraphernalia were located in the bedroom belonging to the roommate. According to the complaint, during conversation with the investigator, Wirth said she and Wohlwend use meth.

She said two people were at her house earlier in the day using meth. She said they were aware the roommate was selling meth from their house and said meth sales were made in their presence

on more than one occasion. Wohlwend and Wirth each face up to $25,000 in fines and seven years in prison if convicted.

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JUNE 5 Amery High School Construction Academy Open House

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Join us for an Open House on Wednesday, June 5 from 7:30 a.m. to 9:15 a.m. at 223 Coves Court in Amery to celebrate and share the acheivements of our Amery High School Construction Academy students.

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Bicycle Rodeo The Amery Police Department will hold a Bicycle Rodeo Wednesday, June 5 at the Amery Intermediate School. Instructional courses on bicycle safety begin at 3:45 p.m. at 4:30 p.m. There will be a bike and helmet check and snacks and prizes.

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JUNE 6 Health Reimagined Hosted by Mitzi Anderson and Meredith Oman — linking arms with special guests and notable leaders from across the country — this evening of Health & Hope is open to everyone. One of the most powerful realizations we can make is to know that our life path is not fi xed. With practice and support, we can become the dominant force making choices that create health in our lives. Join us Thursday, June 6, 6-7:30 pm at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Amery for stories of transformation— ordinary people rewriting their lives, one healthy habit at a time. Enjoy healthy eats and share in conversations about what’s possible when we shift our focus from managing disease to creating vibrant health.

Polk County Written Off screening and panel discussion Senator Patty Schachtner will host a free, public screening of Written Off, a documentary film about Matt Edwards’ battle with addiction, at the Unity Performing Arts Center, 1908 150th St., Hwy 46 N, Balsam Lake on Thursday June 6 from 6 to 8 p.m. Following the screening, Sen. Schachtner and a panel will facilitate a community discussion regarding addition and mental health in western Wisconsin. No RSVP required. Individuals may contact Sen. Schachtner’s office by phone at 608-266-7745 or by email Sen. Schachtner@legis.wi.gov for more information.

JUNE 6-8 Book and Plant Sale 18th Annual Friends of the Clear Lake Public Library Book and Plant Sale. Thurs., June 6, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Fri., June 7, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sat., June 8, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

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Classes study history of Amery buildings Members of the Amery Inquiring Minds (AIM) program completed an extended project where they studied the history of buildings in Amery. Pictured are Mia Byrnes and Morgan Leonard, who studied the building that houses the Amery Free Press.

JUNE 7 6th Annual Salvation Army Backpack Program Fundraiser Help feed hungry kids on Friday, June 7 at the Amery Fire Hall from 4 to 8 p.m. BBQ/hot dog fundraiser meal, silent auction, live music (4 to 5 p.m. Jim Armstrong & Rex Cactus, 5 to 8 p.m. Cattail Moon Band), jump house, bake sale, dunk tank, and more! Free will offering. All proceeds will go to support the Polk County Salvation Army Backpack Program that helps feed families in need during the school year. Donations on June 7 will be matched by Cardinal LG. Sponsored by the Amery Fire Department.

Area writers join to help Amery’s Classic Theatre Six area writers are banding together to read their works on Friday, June 7th, 7:00 p.m. at the Amery Classic Theatre. Proceeds will go to the Amery Arts Alliance to help purchase the theatre and repair the leaking roof. Writers reading their works include Peter “Wok & Roll” Kwong, acclaimed chef, newspaper columnist and ebullient singer; Lois Joy Hofmann, author, adventurer, photographer and circumnavigator; Dan Girtz, educator and writer of history; LaMoine MacLaughlin, Amery’s first poet laureate, Jade Ring fiction competition winner, and Executive Director, the Northern Lakes Center for the Arts; Randy Dean, pastor and author of “Radiance”; and

author Mark Peacock, who will read one of his “mangled” fairy tales, “Snow Job and The Four Dwarfs”. Wine and cheese available. Tickets 715-268-2219 or at the door. Authors will be available to sign their works.

JUNE 9 Paul Family Bluegrass Band On Sunday, June 9, the Paul Family Bluegrass Band will be performing at Faith Fellowship in Luck at 10 a.m. They will be doing the whole morning service. Come and be blessed by this family of great musicians! www.paulfamilybluegress.com

JUNE 9-12 Shipwrecked - Rescued by Jesus Vacation Bible School Clear Lake Community Vacation Bible School (Shipwrecked-Rescued by Jesus) will be Sunday, June 9 through Wednesday, June 12 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at United Covenant Church, 348 5th Street NW, Clear Lake. Ages Pre-K through Grade 5 (completed) welcome. Register online at tinyurl.com/clvbs2019.

JUNE 11 Job Fair There will be a Job Fair Tuesday, June 11 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Polk County Government Center’s East Conference Room - 2nd Floor (100 Polk Plaza, Balsam Lake). Lake Country Dairy, Walmart, Little Saints Child Care Center, Express, Chris-

tian Community Homes, Masterson, Archer Services, Phillips Medisize and Kapco will be there. For more information: Polk County Job Center, 404 Main Street, Balsam Lake, 715-4853115 or fredricksonb@workforcesource.org.

JUNE 12 Healthy Living for Your Brain and Body Join us Wednesday, June 12 from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Amery Area Community Center to learn from local experts about what you can do now to age well and delay or prevent the onset of many different chronic health issues including cognitive decline and dementia. Open to all ages. Provided to you in partnership with Alzheimer’s Association and ADRC of Northwest Wisconsin. For more information and to register, contact the Alzheimer’s Association at 1-800-2723900.

JUNE 13 Writers Group The Osceola Writers Group will meet at the Discovery Center, Room 105 (3rd Ave. entrance). 5-7 p.m. Everyone welcome. For more information contact barbaraywetzel@ gmail.com.

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“You are about to embark on the great crusade toward which we have striven these many months. The eyes of the world are upon you… I have full confidence in your courage, devotion to duty and skill in battle.” – Gen. Dwight D. Eisenhower hursday marks the 75th Anniversary of the Allied Invasion of Europe, the beginning of the end of World War II in Europe. Codenamed Operation Overlord, more than 160,000 Allied Publisher troops landed along a 50-mile Tom Stangl stretch of heavily-fortified French coastline, to fight Nazi Germany on the beaches of Normandy. More than 5,000 ships and 13,000 aircraft supported the invasion. By the end of the day, withstanding heavy casualties, the Allies had a toe hold in Europe to begin bringing the massive numbers of men and equipment necessary to end the war. In doing research for this column, I learned that D-Day, as the invasion day has come to be known, was the largest air, land, and sea operation undertaken before or since June 6, 1944. Every detail of the invasion had been planned for months and years. The landing troops, each carrying 80 pounds of gear, were trained to run or jump off the ramps of small landing boats and advance 200 yards of beach until reaching the relative safety of the face of the cliffs that overlooked the beach. The improvisation of Allied naval ships, who turned back to provide aerial bombardment to support the invasion, saved countless numbers of landing troops. The volume of small arms and artillery fire on the beach made the scene literally hell on earth. Over 425,000 Allied and German troops were killed, wounded or went missing during the Battle of Normandy. This figure includes over 209,000 Allied casualties, with nearly 37,000 dead amongst the ground forces and a further 16,714 deaths amongst the Allied air forces. It is difficult, if not impossible, to fathom what the soldiers who fought that day witnessed. Many were new recruits, barely 20 years old. Today, the closest many of us can get to understanding what happened on the beaches of Normandy is to watch documentaries or dramatizations. While these wonderfully constructed recreations are compelling, the breadth and depth of the sacrifice cannot be fully understood. It is difficult to imagine anything but the defeat of Nazi Germany and Imperial Japan, but on the morning of June 6, 1944, nothing was certain. If the invasion had failed, the war would have gone on much longer and could have very well resulted in a different outcome. There are large national cemeteries and memorials in France that serve as permanent reminders of the scope of the sacrifices of the soldiers of the dozen nations that fought to begin the end of the war. It is fitting and proper that the day is commemorated every year. It is also important to remember the causes of World War II and the value of lasting alliances to ensure that the mistakes of nearly a century ago are not repeated. The human cost paid by families of the soldiers is too high for us to allow this to be ever repeated. 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.

A message to the Class of 2019 BY APRIL ZIEMER EDITOR@THEAMERYFREEPRESS.COM

e have all seen the high school reunion movies where the class athlete of the past is reliving their glory days and their physique makes it obvious they have picked up more doughnuts than barbells in recent years. During the same movie it is common for there Editor to be a character who was shy and April Ziemer awkward looking in high school, who pulls up to the reunion in a sports car and steps out looking like a million bucks. It may even be a possibility you haven’t witnessed this scene while watching a movie, but saw it in person at your own high school reunion. The thing is we spend approximately 13 of the first 18 years of our lives with a group of people day after day and somewhere along the way almost everyone receives a label. Some people are fine with their label, others not, some are completely indifferent or do not feel they were labeled much less noticed at all. After 13 plus years of navigating through hallways, feeling labeled or not you finally reach the big day…GRADUATION. In the sea of caps and gowns are some students who may need a U-Haul to carry their awards

away from the school. There are some students who barely made it and persevered right up to the last day of school to have that diploma placed in their hands. There are also a gaggle of kids who fit right between the two gamuts. The parents, grandparents and supporters all have an equal right to feel overwhelmed with pride as their loved one walks across that stage. There is a mixture of emotions for the graduates. I remember being fairly happy, yet sad about graduation. I loved school. I enjoyed the staff and adored my classmates that I had spent a majority of my life with, but the future did intrigue me. There are also students who have been counting the days to get out of that place and graduation is finally the dream coming true. Regardless of your excitement level about graduating, something that is true for everybody is that each and every single one of them is now presented with a fresh start. Whether you were comfortable with your label or lack of, you have an opportunity to be whomever you want. If it is your desire, rip that label off like a Band-Aid. You will meet new people and see new places. It is fine to stay true to whom you have been; it is also acceptable to break free from how you feel you have been perceived. I found high school to be easy and it was a rude awakening for me when college classes were not the same. I also had friends that surprised me with how well they immediately excelled in college. It

was a tough pill to swallow feeling like you were disappointing people. It was an embarrassing feeling to be voted “Most Likely To Succeed” in May, only to feel so lost by December. In fact all these years later it is still a little uncomfortable to write about it. I think it is important though, to admit that things do not always go as planned and it is even more important to say that it is o.k. A grad might glide down the future path they have ever so carefully planned out or they might hit some bumps in the road, but hang on. Some may find that life throws curve balls at them and they might swing and miss a hundred times before they find their sweet spot, and that sweet spot might be totally different than the description they wrote about their future in the local newspaper. It is all a big exciting, scary and fresh “who knows”. Whatever lies ahead of the graduates, it is important to support each one along the way. I am no advice columnist, but I would like to say this to the Class of 2019: You are allowed to be a masterpiece and a work in progress simultaneously. When you walk out of those doors of the school, diploma in hand, you are just a rough draft of the person you are still becoming. I enjoy sharing my thoughts with you and look forward to readers sharing their thoughts in return. Feel free to email me at editor@ theameryfreepress.com, write me at P.O. Box 424, Amery WI. 54001 or I can be reached by phone at 715-268-8101.

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Ethics forms detail lawmakers’ travel, including trips to Poland, Taiwan

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isconsin lawmakers last year headed to Poland for a trade mission and Taiwan for meetings with foreign dignitaries with other Midwestern legislators, according to their latest economic interest filings. Others reported hitting a series of U.S. destinations, ranging from Los Angeles to Lake Buena Vista, Fla., and Washington, D.C., for a variety of conferences, events and speaking engagements. The travel was detailed in the 2018 economic interest statements for all 132 lawmakers who were then serving in the Legislature. The reports, requested and reviewed by WisPolitics.com, showed 44 lawmakers reported more than $149,000 in speaking fees and travel expenses. That total, though, could be inflated as the check found instances where lawmakers may have misreported the costs of their trips. There are two columns under the honoraria section of the form: one is for “expenses value” for lodging, meals and other expenses. The other is for the “honorarium amount,” which can include compensation for presenting a talk, participating in a meeting or publishing work about issues initiated by or affecting state government or state agencies, according to the Ethics Commission. Some lawmakers listed the same dollar figure under both columns in the section, an indicator that the files could be

visit was $7,529. Tiffany’s form didn’t list the cost; rather, he filed it under the form’s “entertainment and gifts” section, which must be listed if the value is more than $50. Those three weren’t the only ones who traveled internationally last year. Reps. Cody Horlacher, R-Mukwonago, and Ken Skowronski, R-Franklin, Sen. Dan Feyen, R-Fond du Lac, and then-Rep. Peter Barca, D-Kenosha headed to Poland in October to promote trade and economic growth between the country and Wisconsin.

The trip included discussions with the U.S. ambassador to Poland, tours of area businesses and meetings with local elected officials, per Skowronski’s office. “Trades missions such as this between states, elected officials and businesses are paramount to fostering strong relationships and economies between trade partners,” a staffer for Skowronski wrote in an email. Barca, now Revenue secretary, didn’t initially have the trip listed on his SEI form. But an agency spokeswoman, whom WisPolitics.com contacted after hearing he was among those who traveled there, said it was omitted in error and the form has since been corrected. The trip, which the forms showed cost around $2,000, came about after the governor of Lublin province personally invited the four lawmakers, and that government picked up the tab. Skowronski’s office said the state jobs agency was also notified of the trip and assisted in preparations, but wasn’t directly involved and no WEDC officials were able to attend. In the state Senate, Feyen logged the highest honoraria over 2018, listing $5,393 in expenses for a total of four trips: the Poland trade mission; an October Foundation for Government Accountability-sponsored seminar in Lake Buena Vista, Fla., “focused on the workforce, welfare reform and healthcare reform,” per his office; a September National Conference of State Legislatures gathering in Denver for broadband and cable policy

meetings; and a June Lakeland College seminar on “Economics for Elected Officials” in Sheboygan. Rep. Lisa Subeck, D-Madison, topped her party in the Assembly, while Sen. Lena Taylor, of Milwaukee, led her chamber’s Democrats. Subeck listed six different conferences or travel on her form, totaling $3,578. They included: a July policy summit organized by the Public Leadership Institute in Washington, D.C.; a National Council of Environmental Legislators forum in Los Angeles later that month; a September Great Lakes Legislative Council and Water Policy Task Force meeting in Erie, Pa.; and a November National Foundation of Women Legislators board meeting in D.C. Taylor, meanwhile, logged $3,221 in total expenses for the year including: trips to the annual Women in Government national legislative conference in June; the Urban Agriculture Academy Conference in July; and the National Black Caucus of State Legislators legislative conference at the end of November. Michelle Bryant, Taylor’s chief of staff, said the senator attended these conferences in order to “stay current” on relevant topics. The Capitol Report is written by editorial staff at WisPolitics.com, a nonpartisan, Madison-based news service that specializes in coverage of government and politics, and is distributed for publication by members of the Wisconsin Newspaper Association. Copyright © WisPolitics.com

that 4 of the 6 were gone and the last 2 broke when I was backing up. After calling my husband at work, telling him to come and rescue me, I then called Countryside Auto, and Mike told me to call LSU towing and have it towed to them. While looking at and repairing my truck, Mike noticed that the lug studs had not been loose because there was no damage to the wheel holes,

they simply broke. Two hours and $400+ dollars later, all is good with my truck. I also had the lug studs replaced on the drivers’ side for good measure and will have the back ones done also! As many of you know, I deliver pizza around Amery 3 to 4 nights a week. After many conversations with different people, I feel the condition of the roads in Amery had A LOT to do with the lug studs break-

ing–you can only hit so many potholes before it takes its toll! The next day I posted pictures of my truck, as it sat waiting to be towed, with a description of what had happened. A friend of mine who also lives and drives a lot in Amery saw the post decided to go look at her wheels, and, lo and behold, 4 of hers were missing also! This could have been deadly for either one of us had we been

driving at 55 mph. Thank God that wasn’t the case. Who thinks to check their lug studs? Not me, but maybe if you live and or drive a lot around Amery, you should. It could be a life saver! Thank you to everyone who was concerned and helped out! Cindy Williams Deer Park, WI

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filled out incorrectly. Assembly Speaker Robin Vos topped the Legislature in his travel totals, logging $16,300 for eight different conferences or expenses from groups last year. His sum is slightly higher than the honoraria he listed in calendar year 2017 — $13,481, per past reporting. Vos made several domestic trips, including to Los Angeles for the National Conference of State Legislatures legislative summit in late July. He also hosted the State Legislative Leaders Foundation’s National Speakers Conference annual meeting in Milwaukee in late August. The Rochester Republican is currently the president-elect of the NCSL and serves as vice chair of the SLLF. A Vos spokeswoman said that he was proud to represent Wisconsin in bipartisan organizations and noted that his positions require frequent travel. Lawmakers are able to accept travel expenses to go to conferences, meetings, talks or other events relating to official business, according to the Ethics Commission forms. They’re then required to list transportation, meals, lodging or honoraria with a total value of $50 or more. A handful of lawmakers — including Reps. Joel Kitchens, R-Sturgeon Bay, and Scott Allen, R-Waukesha, as well as Sen. Tom Tiffany, R-Minocqua — were among those who traveled to Taiwan last August. The trip, which was covered by the Taiwanese government, included other lawmakers from Iowa, Illinois and Minnesota, according to Kitchens’

office. Each day consisted of meetings with officials from various government entities, including the Mainland Affairs Council, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Republic of China Legislature and the Ministry of Foreign Trade. Kitchens and Allens’ SEI forms showed the cost of the

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Amery Pot Holes!? To the editor: A week ago last Friday, while I was backing out of my parking spot at Dick’s Market, my front passenger wheel fell off–yes, I said fell off! As I got out of my truck, completely shaken, wondering what the heck just happened, a gentlemen who heard it came over to see what was going on and noticed a broken lug stud laying on the ground. As he looked at my wheel, he noticed

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Vehicle in ditch leaves man with gash and OWI 4 BY APRIL ZIEMER EDITOR@THEAMERYFREEPRESS.COM

An off duty deputy noticing a car entering and exiting the ditch on Highway 35 near Milltown led to 57-year-old Robert Gore Jr. of Chisago City, Minnesota, to his fourth charge of Operating While Intoxicated (OWI) May 21. According to the criminal complaint, a patrol officer was advised by radio that an Gore, Jr. off duty deputy had witness a vehicle navigate off and back onto the road. The officer arrived on scene and approached the vehicle. An open case of beer sat behind the passenger seat, it was approximately half empty, but the officer did not observe any empty cans. A driver’s license identified the driver as Gore. Allegedly, the officer could smell

the odor of intoxicants coming from the vehicle. Gore’s speech was slurred and he admitted drinking. The officer also observed a gash on Gore’s face, which was bleeding and possibly needed stitches. Gore denied EMS attention. The officer requested Gore step out of his vehicle and advised him he would be transported to Milltown ambulance garage to complete standardized field sobriety tests due to the strong wind and rain. Gore then asked if he could call someone for a ride and be let go, and continued to ask if there was anything he could do to not be arrested and taken to jail. At the Milltown ambulance garage, EMT advised Gore that he did need stitches. Gore advised them he would take care of it when he got home. He did allow them to clean his wound. A preliminary breath test produced a result of 0.25. An officer requested an evidentiary chemical

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test of his blood. Allegedly Gore responded, “F… no.” When asked to clarify if he was refusing the blood test, Gore stated he had already been given a breath test. The officer asked Gore for a yes or no answer to the question, Gore stated he didn’t know what to do and would do whatever he wanted him to do. The officer advised Gore that he could not make that decision for him and that he would give him approximately five minutes to provide a yes or no answer. If he did not respond, it would be considered a refusal. A warrant was eventually granted for a forced blood draw. According to the complaint, at St. Croix Regional Medical Center Gore became agitated and stated he was not going to allow anyone to take his blood but eventually calmed down and complied. If convicted Gore faces up to $10,000 in fines and six years imprisonment.

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Out-of-control truck and trailer lands Minnesota driver with OWI 5 BY APRIL ZIEMER EDITOR@THEAMERYFREEPRESS.COM

Flying mud from a truck with a flatbed trailer attempting to leave the ditch caught the eye of a Polk County Deputy, and landed a Minnesota man with his fifth Operating While Intoxicated (OWI) charge. 38-year-old Ryan Rosenberger of Circle Pines, Minnesota, was Rosenberger charged with his most recent OWI charge in connection with a May 23 incident in Osceola. According to the criminal complaint, a deputy observed a truck with trailer driving south out of a ditch back onto Highway 35. The

trailer had had a jeep strapped down on top of it and the trailer was wildly whipping side to side coming out of the ditch. The deputy stated he saw dirt flying through the air and observed the vehicle re-enter the highway, northbound, going on two wheels and sliding sideways. It was noticed the trailer was whipping into the other lane of traffic on one side of its wheels. The deputy stated other vehicles were taking evasive action to avoid being hit by the out-of-control truck and trailer. The deputy immediately slammed on his brakes to avoid colliding with the truck and activated all emergency lights to signal the vehicle to stop. The complaint states as the deputy neared the driver side of the truck, the driver’s window

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was open and he could smell the odor of a intoxicating beverage. The driver’s speech was slurred and when asked if he had been drinking, he said he had not. His driver’s license identified him as Rosenberger. Rosenberger said he thought he was on “97” and stated he was on his way to Trollhaugen, coming from Lino Lakes. The deputy performed standardized field sobriety testing with Rosenberger and a preliminary breath test (PBT) produced a result of 0.23. He was transported to St. Croix Regional Medical Center for a blood draw and then brought to the Polk County Jail. If convicted, Rosenberger faces 10 years imprisonment and $25,000 in fines.

Jessie Dalton While French and Sara Elizabeth Hanel of St. Croix Falls are to be married June 15, 2019. William Bruce Hallanger and Pamela Jean Vlasnik of Frederic are to be married June 15, 2019. Luke Timothy Mitchell and Lacey Fern Louise Seman of Amery are eligible to be married June 4, 2019. Mathew David Stone and Brittany Marie Kozak of St. Croix Falls are to be married June 28, 2019. Jeffrey Lester Belisle and Laura Ann Smith of Amery are to be married July 2, 2019. Matthew Brandon Bush of Cincinnati and Sarah Marie Anderson of Washington were married on June 1, 2019. Joshua Todd Hankel of St. Croix Falls and Seraiah Gabriel Fultz of Dresser are to be married on June 13, 2019. Benjamin Douglas Hustedt and Traci Carol Lundeen of Duluth were married June 1, 2019.

Polk County arrest report May 20-26 Bobbi Ann Gilpin, 37, Grantsburg, was arrested May 25 for a Burnett County warrant. Ryan Mark Wilson, 37, Amery, was arrested May 20 for possession of a masking agent and a probation hold. Crystal Marie Cook, 26, New Richmond, was arrested May 26 for OWI (2nd). Bruce David Lindberg, 70, Balsam Lake, was arrested May 24 for OWI (3rd). Jeffrey Allen Walters, 33, New Richmond, was arrested May 24 for a St. Croix County warrant and two Rusk County warrants. Ryan Gary Rosenberger, 38,

Circle Pines, MN, was arrested May 23 for OWI (5th). Robert Dee Gore Jr., 56, Chisago City, MN, was arrested May 21 for OWI (4th). Ryder Lawrence Gordon, 22, Star Prairie, was arrested May 21 for operating after revocation and failure to install ignition interlock device. Mitch Skye Jensen, 24, Milltown, was arrested May 20 for possession of THC (2nd), possession of drug paraphernalia and OWI restricted controlled substance. Shane M. Gilpin, 40, Clear Lake, was arrested May 28 for disorderly conduct with a domestic enhancer.

Steven Philip Erickson, 33, Kimball, MN, was arrested May 28 for possession of methamphetamine, possession of drug paraphernalia and operating motor vehicle without consent. Stacie Lee Larson, 33, Minneapolis, MN, was arrested May 28 for possession of methamphetamine, possession of drug paraphernalia and operating motor vehicle without consent. Eric Levon Walker, 46, Eau Claire, was arrested May 27 for possession of methamphetamine and possession of drug paraphernalia. Kurt Robert Ehrich, 52,

Moorhead, MN, was arrested May 25 for disorderly conduct. Brittany Anne Moore, 35, Osceola, was arrested May 24 for possession of Psilocybin and possession of THC. Jared Nicholas Benedict, 23, Grantsburg, was arrested May 24 for possession of marijuana and possession of drug paraphernalia. Michael James Wheeler, 17, homeless, was arrested May 23 for possession of methamphetamine, possession of drug paraphernalia and possession of marijuana. Anthony J. Hanson-Wall, 17, St. Croix Falls, was arrested May 22 for disorderly conduct.

David Curtis Winger, 34, Amery, was arrested May 16 for disorderly conduct and battery. Harlan Chambers Opitz, 28, Milltown, was arrested May 20 for OWI (2nd), resisting or obstructing an officer and concealing a weapon. Robert Roy Rose, 25, Luck, was arrested May 20 for felony bail jumping. Jonathan Douglas Rivers, 53, Minneapolis, MN, was arrested May 20 for disorderly conduct and possession of THC.

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110 Years Ago June 10, 1908

55 Years Ago June 11, 1964

Memorial Day was fittingly observed here last Monday. The band, a number of old soldiers and citizens and the pupils of the local schools marched in a body to the cemetery where the graves were decorated and an appropriate program rendered. The band played inspiring music on the street, at the cemetery, as well as during the march out and back, for which they have the thanks of everyone in the neighborhood.

At least two full sessions and one partial session are planned for the city swimming instruction this year. This schedule was arrived at when some 476 youngsters enrolled at the registration session set last Saturday afternoon at the city beach on South Twin Lake. Each session lasts two weeks with the first two solidly filled now and the third session necessary for some age brackets.

95 Years Ago June 12, 1924

50 Years Ago June 12, 1969

Memorial Day Observed

Over 475 Enrolled in Swimming School

Begin western trip to jamboree

Little Boy Drowns in River Norbert, the nine-yearold son of Mr. and Mrs. A. M. Hughes of this city, was drowned in the Apple River Thursday afternoon at about 4:30. With a little companion, he was fishing off the dock in front of the A. T. Dube place, when in an attempt to throw his line out especially far, he lost his balance and Yesterday’s fell into 10 feet of water. News The screams Diane Stangl of his playmate, Howard Sandin, brought Grandpa Hughes who attempted to wade in but soon realized that the water was too deep. W. F. Weaver, who was working nearby, brought the body to shore and although Drs. Sandin and Cornwall were on the scene immediately, all efforts to resuscitate proved to be of no avail. Norbert was an especially bright little fellow whose gentlemanly manners and sunny disposition had won for him the love of the entire community. The tragedy has saddened the entire community and sincere sympathy is extended to the grief stricken parents.

Children to March Children of the 3rd and 4th grades of the Amery schools are requested to be at the Dr. Sandin residence at 8:30 Thursday morning, June 12th to march in the funeral procession of Norbert Hughes.

Dance June 13th Another of those enjoyable dances will be held at N. J. Hanson’s barn on Friday, June 13th featuring Billie’s Super-Jazz orchestra. Come and have the time of your life.

Helpful Hints May 24, 1934 You can prevent olive oil from becoming rancid by adding one medium pump of sugar to each pint of oil as soon as it is opened. Leftover cooked meat or fish can be served creamed, escalloped, in salads or sandwiches,

Amery Boy Scouts and their leaders were photographed in 1973 prior to departing Amery for a three-week trip out west, which included five days of backpacking in Grand Teton National Park and a visit to the Boy Scout Jamboree in Farragut State Park, Idaho. Gary Goldsmith was their scoutmaster.

sliced cold, in croquettes heated in small amounts of gravy, used for pies or made into dry or moist hash.

80 Years Ago June 8, 1939 Tragic Drowning in Farm Pond A small lake on the farm of Mr. and Mrs. Oscar Johnson, East Range, was the scene of a tragedy Saturday afternoon when their son, Luvern, 13 years old, lost his life by drowning in the pond. Luvern and his chum, Horace Adams, a neighbor, were on a homemade raft in the small lake when the craft began to tip and sink. Both boys jumped and immediately began to swim ashore, a stone’s throw away. Horace made land but Luvern apparently suffered an attack of cramps and he went down. Neighbors and friends dragged the lake for 2 or 3 hours before the body was found. Luvern was to graduate Wednesday at the annual rural graduation and cooperation day. He attended the Apple River Park School and was an active 4-H club member.

High Winds Cause Damage in Area A wind, measured at 57 miles per hour in Minneapolis, swept across Amery and community early Wednesday, about 6 a.m. uprooting trees, blowing down signs, and causing other damage over a wide area. Two big trees in front of the Henry Johnson home were cut down by the gale and fell across telephone wires on the street. Edison Davis lost a big tree and the wind smashed many boats and canoes pretty badly. Both the Wisconsin Hydro and Amery Electric Co. reported many poles blown over. A small building was blown over on the A. Ridihalgh farm south of town.

27-Pound Pike We have heard rumors this week that a 27-pound northern pike was caught in Lake Wapo-

gasset. Ray Hard caught a 15 pounder, a dandy, in the lake, but we are unable to learn who got the 27-pounder, if any. Tall stories seem pretty well founded, however, that there is one great big one in Porter’s Bay. No one has yet been able to nab it, but several have seen it.

Pound Frogs George Wells caught a frog weighing over a pound on Pike Lake Tuesday morning. “That,” said John G. Burman, “is what we use for bait when catching our really big walleyes.”

70 Years Ago June 2, 1949 Directors Elected for First “Fall Festival” About 25 men gathered at the Legion Hall Thursday evening to discuss proposals for a community affair come this fall. Those assembled on call by President Allen Kinney of the Amery Community Club elected to adopt the plan as prepared by a committee headed by G. E. Niccum. The plan calls for the name of “fall festival” and maintains individual identity from the club. Elected as directors were: Reuben Christensen, William Burman, R. M. Houger, Ralph Pennington, Edson Davis, Palmer Sondreal and G. E. Niccum. From these directors, officers will be named and committees appointed.

65 Years Ago June 10, 1954 Any Rats! (Just refers strictly to the four-legged variety). City officials are interested in determining to just what extent residents of this community are still being troubled by rats. Persons who have observed difficulty with rats are asked to notify the office at the city hall. An exterminator is working in this community to do an effective job.

Vicious Skunk Chases Lady Near Bone Lake The experience of Mrs. I. E. Lindsay, mother of Dr. T. W. Lindsay of Luck, Sunday should be a warning to other folks in this area, both of adults and the children. Mrs. Lindsay, visiting at her son’s cottage on Bone Lake, was chased by a skunk and barely escaped being bitten, when she was able to get in the Lindsay car. Mrs. Lindsay had gone a short way from the cottage on Bone Lake to pick flowers when the skunk took after her. She ran toward the cottage where Mrs. Tom Lindsay was sitting in the car. She ran several times around the car before her daughter-in-law dared to open the door and let her in, and she just barely made it as the skunk got to her, being so close behind it almost got in the car, too. The men heard the screaming and arrived in time to see the skunk amble off toward the brush pile. They took after the skunk with clubs and as the skunk was about to hide under the brush pile Tom hurled his club, striking the animal and knocking it out, thus enabling them to kill it. Fortunately, too, the Lindsay dog was in the car with Mrs. Lindsay, unable to get out.

Grouse Near Extinction The prairie chicken is well on the way toward extinction in Wisconsin, as game experts have frequently warned lately. But the conservation commission is trying to work out a program to save the famous game bird of several generations ago. It is buying and renting suitable lands in the northern and northwest counties for management to the tastes of the prairie chicken, in the hopes that the breed can be saved, and increased, for the enjoyment of future generations of sportsmen and nature lovers. One 2,600-acre tract has just been leased from Douglas County, in the far northwestern corner of the state. Others will be arranged later.

“Freddy Bear Place” Owned by Teenager While many people are reading the headlines on today’s youth movement, local persons will be watching an Amery youth at work, but in a different way. Richard Fredrickson, 17, son of Mr. and Mrs. Clifford Fredrickson, is now operating a malt shop. The “Freddy Bear Place” is housed in the former Toftness Chiropractic office on Maple Street. With an “ok” given by the Wisconsin Health Inspector, the young proprietor has a license to operate his shop, which will accommodate 30 persons. Freddy Bear Place will feature French fries, hamburgers, pizzas, fountain and ice milk products. Bumper pool, jukebox and pinball machines will be offered as entertainment.

45 Years Ago June 13, 1974 Landowner Plans Wildlife Pond Roger M. Martin, 2912 45th Ave. S, Minneapolis is seeking permission from the department of natural resources to construct a wildlife pond near the Apple River in the town of Alden. The pond would be 780 feet long, about 40 feet wide with an average depth of three feet. Persons owning land adjacent to the proposed pond include Carl W. Hanson, route 1, Deronda and Curtiss Waalen, route 2, Amery. Unless written objections to the project are sent to the DNR within 30 days the project can be approved without a public hearing. Persons objecting to the wildlife pond should write the DNR.

40 Years Ago June 5, 1979 Sunday Reunion to Celebrate 100 Years Wagon Landing School will hold its 100th reunion at the Alden town hall on Sunday, June 10, from 12:30 to 5 p.m. Construction on the school was started in 1856 and completed shortly after the Civil War. The district consolidated with the Amery school district in the early 1960’s.

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Scouts give back to community while earning award BY APRIL ZIEMER EDITOR@THEAMERYFREEPRESS.COM

The first thought that might pop into your mind when thinking about Girl Scouts is the boxes of cookies they strive to sell each spring. Not only does selling the famous cookies help the girls hone their business skills, but also it has raised funds that some local Girl Scouts are using for the betterment of their community. The Girl Scout experience has provided its members the opportunity to participate in a collection of engaging, challenging and fun activities like earning badges, going on trips, exploring science, getting outdoors and doing community service projects. Along the way, some of Amery’s Girl Scouts are in progress of earning their Silver Award, the second highest award that the Girl Scout organization offers. Four eighth grade Girl Scout participants are completing their Silver Awards, which is the highest award you can obtain as a middle school student. Certain prerequisites are required before they can attempt to tackle their project, including completing a Cadette Leadership journey and earning certain badges. Next, they must develop a project and have it approved by River Valley’s council. Their project needs to address the root cause of a community issue in a sustainable way, and they must show active leadership by involving others in the community. There must be 50 hours of work put in per girl for each Silver Award project. “My mom received her silver when she was younger, which inspired us to do it,” said Kaileigh Hosking, whose mother Erin is their troop leader. Maya Curtis is starting a Library Club at the Middle School. Her goal is to have students spend time during study halls or after school working in the library to organize books, assist with projects and help the Media Specialists. She also noticed that the new Makerspace in the library could be used more efficiently. Curtis is working with the Media Specialists to determine how to help. One of her goals is to create instruction steps and videos for the different tools in the Makerspace, so students can see what to do instead of having the Media Specialists explaining each station. Maya is continuing to get the club working and plans to have the club continue next year even when she is in the high school. “Going for the Silver Award gave me the imitative to start a project that I had been thinking about for some time. This was the start button that got me going,” said Curtis. Sierra Osborne, Anna Powell, and Hosking have been working together on the Little League Baseball fields.

They saw the bleachers near one field were in bad shape. The boards were loose and the paint was peeling. The rocks under the bleachers were filled with weeds and the back border boards were rotten and disintegrating. They decided to renovate the bleachers, and also organized a workday for baseball families to come and get the Little League field ready for the season. Jeremiah Fisk (president of the Little League) and others have prepped the fields and maintained them over the past several years, but the Girl Scouts thought that if several families came together and put in a few hours of work, they could get a lot done and help the Little League organization. The 3 Cadette Girl Scouts worked with Lamperts in Amery to price out the materials needed to replace the boards on the bleachers. They spent a few hours removing old boards and scraping the underneath rocks out of the way, with the help of Dave Curtis and his John Deere tractor. Maya Curtis and Justin Hosking also assisted with work that day. The determined girls power washed the concrete blocks and re-painted them a few days later. Rain and makeup baseball games caused some rescheduling, but eventually several baseball families worked three hours getting the bleachers finished and the fields ready. That hot afternoon several adults and children spent hours raking and shoveling the rocks back into place after black plastic was put down under the bleachers to prevent grass and weeds from growing. They also put all the new boards in place and attached them to the concrete blocks. The volunteers also raked dead grass and leaves, fixed some fencing, mowed, smoothed the dirt, replaced the benches on the picnic table and re-stained it. Erin Hosking, Cadette troop leader, said, “We really appreciate those who came out on Memorial Day weekend to work on this baseball project with us. We couldn’t have gotten all this done today without them.” Fisk added, “I am excited we got so much done. The bleachers needed to be replaced. They were in bad shape. Thank you to these Girl Scouts for taking this project on.” The Cadette Girl Scouts are looking forward to obtaining the Gold Award in high school and want to thank Lamperts for working with them on getting the needed supplies and providing the lumber at cost. The Girl Scouts used money they have raised over the past several years selling Girl Scout cookies to pay for the lumber and supplies necessary for this project. Amery Girl Scout troop 56272 also contributed over $300.

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Maya Curtis, Sierra Osborne, Anna Powell and Kaileigh Hosking have been working hard to receive their Girl Scout Silver Award. It is the highest award achievable for these Cadette Girl Scouts.

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Sierra Powell, Kaileigh Hosking and Anna Powell based their Silver Award project around fixing up some things at the Amery Little League Field. They are shown sitting on the benches they re-did with some help from other volunteers.

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Amery Middle School Media Paraeducator Ashley Lee is shown with Maya Curtis. Curtis has come up with some new implementations for the school’s Makerspace area as part of her Silver Award.

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Franklin selling publishing business to Johnson family Tim Franklin’s group of northern Minnesota print and digital news publications are now part of neighboring Northstar Media, Inc., a company owned by Gene and Carter Johnson. The Johnsons are the owners of the Amery Free Press. Titles sold include The Pine County Courier in Sandstone, Askov American, Hinckley News, Star Gazette in Moose Lake, the Evergreen shopper, Minnesota Flyer aviation magazine as well as related web and mobile sites, events and niche products. “I am blessed to find another family owner to continue to provide news and advertising to our longtime readers,” said Tim Franklin. “This is a sad day for me and also a happy day. I fi rst and foremost want to thank all the employees I have had over the years, past and present. Without them, we could not have produced award-winning publications year-afteryear. They are family to me. I also feel blessed to have worked in this area for so many years, fi rst in Pine County, then in Carlton County. The support from our readers and advertisers allowed us to grow from one newspaper and the Minnesota Flyer, to four newspapers, a shopper, the aviation magazine and then later the retail store in Sandstone.” “This fit is rather natural as we have adjoining newspapers,” said Gene Johnson. “Tim has been clearly

From left: CEO Matt McMillan, Carter Johnson, Tim Franklin and Gene Johnson.

committed to providing news and advertising in

ees is important,” said Matt McMillan, CEO for the Johnsons. “We’re planning to recruit a group publisher as we join Tim’s operations with our Northstar Media and Kanabec Publications divisions. In the meantime, we’re pleased Tim’s agreed to stay on this summer.” Northstar Media and Kanabec Publications includes the Isanti-Chisago County Star, Pine City Pioneer, Kanabec County Times, Advertiser as well as the printing facility in Cambridge. Johnsons also own a suburban group based out of White Bear Lake, Minn., a group of Wisconsin publications and

‘As a newspaper owner, I have always thought of us as just stewards of these great institutions.’ Tim Franklin print and digital with local and regional appeal. Community newspapers really become the ownership of the communities themselves. We are here to produce it.” Franklin will be staying on for a few months to help with the transition. “Tim’s knowledge and trust with readers, advertisers and employ-

ownership in Publishers Printing, Inc., a central

“I want to give thanks to everyone who has helped us in this incredible 16-and-ahalf-year journey, from moving to the area not knowing one person, to being friends with so many from Pine to Carlton counties,” said Franklin. “Newspapers make a difference – since the beginning of the printing press – and are more important today in the digital and print age. Weekly newspapers make a difference in their communities. Thank you for allowing us this wonderful ride. I would ask you to please support the new owners as you supported me all those

‘Community newspapers really become the ownership of the communities themselves. We are here to produce it.’ Gene Johnson plant in Amery, Wis. “Community newspapers today can be successful in a group with a central printing plant, production and business offices,” Johnson said. “We’ve been fortunate to handle printing for Tim Franklin’s company for the past 10 years.”

years ago.” “Publisher-owner’s like Tim understand the value of community and local news,” McMillan said. “Tim shared a testimonial about a regular advertiser who recently told him his best marketing response comes from his campaign to reach his readers. We know people who read these print and digital editions are among the best engaged residents including being the best consumers in any market. Readers care about community. Tim’s worked hard to build trust with readers. We plan to keep his work going.” “As a newspaper owner, I have always thought of us as just stewards of these great institutions,” Franklin said. “The community tells us when we are doing good things, and not so good things. I know my wife Mary, and my children Emilee and Savannah, will have cherished memories of owning these publications. We have found a new owner who will be committed to the same principles of putting out great products and at the same time taking care of my former employees.” “We invite your cooperation providing ideas, suggestions and recommendations,” Johnson said. “Our goal is to be the best source of local information.”

Baldwin couple arrested for felony drug possession MATT ANDERSON EDITOR@BALDWIN-BULLETIN.COM

A Baldwin couple was arrested June 2 for multiple drug related charges while in Hudson. Matthew Strahm 24, and Breanna Danielson 22, received charges for possession of marijuana, cocaine, ecstasy, LSD, psilocybin, Danielson opiates and other narcotics. After receiving multiple calls regarding an animal complaint, Officer Derek Fravert and Officer Shane Klimek of the Hudson Po-

lice Department arrived on scene outside of the Hudson Tap restaurant. The officers approached the vehicle to find two dogs inside the car. According to the complaint, Fravert then smelled an odor that he believed to be marijuana. At that time, both officers made contact with Strahm who was comStrahm ing out of the Hudson Tap restaurant. Fravert asked if Strahm was the owner of the vehicle to which he replied that his girlfriend, Danielson, was the owner. Fravert informed

Strahm about the odor of marijuana coming from the vehicle and that he needed Danielson to contain her dogs, so they could search the vehicle. Upon asking if anything illegal was in the vehicle, Danielson and Strahm said, “there was nothing, but their friends had been smoking marijuana in the vehicle the night before” the complaint states. Danielson then said that her friend, “had left a backpack in the trunk that could possibly have marijuana inside.” After Danielson and Strahm took control of the dogs in the car, the officers searched the vehicle to find a black Adidas backpack. Inside, Fravert,

“located multiple gallon bags containing marijuana, multiple bags containing unknown pills, clear plastic dime bags with a white powdery substance.” The officers then put Danielson and Strahm in handcuffs and placed them in separate squad cars. A thorough search of the vehicle and the backpack was then conducted by the officers that found more marijuana in the center cupholder and between the driver’s seat and door. The complaint lists the contents of the backpack as follows: “793.2 grams of marijuana, 212.5 grams of psilocyin (sic) mushrooms, 3 grams of LSD, 36.8 grams of cocaine, 6.5 grams of oxycodone, 190

capsules containing codeine, 96 capsules of molly/ecstasy, 17 THC vape pen cartridges, 1 marijuana grider (sic), multiple empty vacuum sealed bags containing marijuana shake, a list of drugs and the amounts they were being sold for, and a 3 subject note book that contained a ledger with 72 names and phone numbers/snapchat names and whether they were ‘for personal’ in it.” Strahm and Danielson have each received seven felony charges of possession of illegal narcotics with intent to distribute. Cash bonds have been set at $2,500 dollars and their next hearing is scheduled for June 4 at 1 p.m.

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AREA CHURCHES AMERY CONGREGATIONAL, 201 N. Harriman Ave. Barry Schaefer, pastor Wednesday, June 5: 3:30 pm Homework 7 Hangout. Thursday, June 6: 9:30 am Local Communions, Senior Dining Hall Open; 5:30 pm Women’s Bible Study; 6 pm Dementia Friendly Choir Practice; 7 pm Money Management. Friday, June 7: 8:30 am Distant Communions; 9:30 am Senior Dining Hall Open. Saturday, June 8: 6 am Food Set-Up for Ruby’s; 7:30 am Food Registration Begins; 9 am Food Registration Ends, Distribution Begins. Sunday, June 9: 8:30 am MT19 Meeting; 10 am Worship/Mission Team Send Off Sunday; 11:30 am Mission Team 20th Anniversary Dinner (Reservations Required). AMERY FREE LUTHERAN, 1 mile west of golf course on CTH F, Eric Christenson, pastor, www.ameryﬂc.org Every Sunday: 9 am Sunday School for ages 3-103; 10:15 am Worship Service; 6 pm Small Group Bible Studies in homes. Wednesdays: 9:30 am Small Group Women’s Bible Study in home; 7 pm Youth Group and Small Group Bible Studies in homes. Call the church office for details 715-268-9218. APPLE RIVER COMMUNITY, 942 US Hwy. 8, Amery Justin Hosking, pastor Sunday: 9:30 am Sunday School for All Ages; 10:15 am Coffee and Fellowship; 10:30 am Morning Worship. Monday: 6:30 pm Women’s Bible Study. Wednesday: 10 am Men’s Bible Study. BALSAM LUTHERAN, 1115 Mains Crossing, Amery, Dan Watland, pastor 507-459-1141, Church 715-2689291, www.balsamlutheranchurch.org. Sunday worship 10:15 am. Holy Communion 2nd & 3rd Sundays. CENTERPOINT, 740 Maple Drive, St. Croix Falls (High school) Dick Enerson, pastor Sunday: 10-11:15 am Worship celebration; Children’s church (SuperKidz) age 4-5th grade; Nursery (KidzKorner) birth-3 years. Cell Groups (small group Bible studies) offered throughout the week. CHURCH OF CHRIST, New Richmond Jack Philips, Evangelist, 715-497-7596 Sunday: 9 am Bible Study; 10 am Worship. Wednesday: 6:30 pm Bible Study and Devotions. CLEAR LAKE UNITED METHODIST, John Hazen, pastor Sunday: 11:00 am Worship. Wednesday: 5:30 pm Meal for all; 6 pm Church school. DEER PARK UNITED METHODIST, John Hazen, pastor Sunday: 9:45 am Worship. DERONDA LUTHERAN, 1239 65th Ave., Amery Lori Peper, pastor 715-268-9577 Wednesday, June 5: 7:30 pm Choir Practice at Deronda. Thursday, June 6: 9 am Little Falls and Deronda Quilting. Friday, June 7: 4-8 pm Backpack Program Fundraiser at Fire Hall. Sunday, June 9: 8 am Trinity Worship; 9:30 am Deronda Worship; 11 am Little Falls Worship. Tuesday, June 11: 9 am Little Falls Quilting, Parish Staff Meeting at Trinity; 7 p.m. 2 Council Meeting at Trinity. See our website for up-to-date scheduling www.derondachurch.net. EAST BALSAM BAPTIST, 1816 108th St./CTH I, Balsam Lake, Gabriel Brennan, pastor www.eastbalsam.org 715-857-5411 Sunday: 9 am Worship service; 10:30 am Sunday school. Tuesday: Women’s Ministry; 9 am Bible Study. EAST IMMANUEL LUTHERAN, south of Amery on Hwy. 46 then west on 20th Ave., Kathy Pennington, pastor Wednesday, June 5: 10 am Stephen Ministry. Sunday, June 9: 10 am Worship. Monday, June 10: 9 am Labyrinth Maintenance. Tuesday, June 11: 2 pm Directory Photos. EAST LINCOLN ALLIANCE, 735 70th Ave., Amery 715-268-2350 www.eastlincolnalliance.com Eric Danielson and Randy Schussman, pastors Sunday: 8:45 am Prayer Meeting; 9 am Coffee and Fellowship; 9:30 am 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 pm every Wednesday. EL SALEM BAPTIST/TWIN FALLS CHRISTIAN CENTER, Dresser, Darryl R. Olson, pastor Sunday: 9:30 am Sunday school; 10:35 am Worship; 6 pm Sunday evening. Wednesday: 7 pm Bible Study. ELIM LUTHERAN, Range, Dan Watland, pastor Sunday: 8:30 am Worship. Holy Communion 2nd and 3rd Sundays. Council 3rd Tuesday at 6 pm FAITH LUTHERAN (ELCA), 301 1st Ave. East (across

from public beach on Co. Rd. I) Balsam Lake, 715-4853800, Diane Norstad, pastor Sunday: 9:30 am Sunday worship; Communion ﬁrst and last Sunday. Wednesday: 6:30 pm J.A.M. (Jesus & Me). FAITH LUTHERAN (ELCA), 134 Prentice St. S, Clayton Margaret Grant, pastor Sunday: 9 am Sunday school; 9:45 am Worship; 10:45 am Fellowship. Men’s Bible Study 2nd Sunday 6 pm Mission Quilting Tuesdays 9 am Wednesday evening service 7:15-7:45 pm FIRST LUTHERAN, 240 Elm St., Amery Tim Bjorge, pastor Wednesday, June 5: Hi League; 6 pm Men in Mission Dinner. Thursday, June 6: 8 am Bible Study; 8:30 am Quilters; 7 pm Al Anon. Friday, June 7: 4-8 pm Salvation Army Backpack Fundraiser at the Fire Hall. Sunday, June 9: Pentecost Sunday; 9 am Worship. Tuesday, June 11: 8:30 am Property Committee; 9 am - 6 pm WIC Clinic; 6:30 pm Worship/Life Comm. FIRST LUTHERAN (LCMC), 811 South Ave. W, Clear Lake www.ﬁrstluthclearlake.com, Bryan S. Anderson, pastor Wednesday, June 5: 5-8:30 pm Hope Alive Community Family Fest at Michael Park. Thursday, June 6: 7 am - 4 pm Rummage Sale. Friday, June 7: 7 am - 4 pm Rummage Sale. Sunday, June 9-Wednesday, June 12: 6-8 pm Community VBS at United Covenant Church. Sunday, June 9: 8:30 am Contemporary Worship; 9:30 am Fellowship; 10 am Traditional Worship; 11 am Church Potluck Fundraiser; 6-8 pm Knotty Pine 4-H Meeting. Monday, June 10: 10 am & 7 pm Bible Marathon Class; 11 am Staff Meeting; 3 pm Service at Golden Age Manor. Tuesday, June 11: 9 am Quilting. FIRST PRESYTERIAN, 719 Nevada St., St. Croix Falls Barbara Anne Keely, pastor Sunday: 10:15 am Coffee and Fellowship; 11 am Worship. FOREST UNITED METHODIST, John Hazen, pastor Sunday: 8:30 am Worship. FULL GOSPEL LIGHTHOUSE, Graytown Merlin Burton, pastor Sunday: 10:30 am Sunday school; 11 am 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 am Sunday school; 10:30 am Worship; Communion 1st and 3rd Sunday.

GRACE LUTHERAN - WELS, 460 4th St., Clear Lake, Ellery W. Groth, pastor 715-491-4330 Sunday: 10:15 am Worship. HOLY TRINITY ORTHODOX, 511 1st St., Clayton, 715948-2493, htoc@amerytel.net, Chris Wojcik, pastor Sundays: 9:30 am Divine Liturgy. HOLY TRINITY UNITED METHODIST, 1606 165th Ave., Centuria, on CTH I between Balsam Lake and Centuria, Freddie Kirk, pastor Sunday: 8:30 am Worship. IMMANUEL EV. LUTHERAN (LCMS), 124 E. Church St., Clayton, lmmLCLCMS@centurytel.net, 715-541-2955, Gregory Becker, pastor Sunday: 9 am Divine Worship. Wednesday: 6:30 pm Family Christian Education; 7:30 pm Conﬁrmation. IMMANUEL LUTHERAN, 65th Ave., rural Clayton, Margaret Grant, pastor Sunday: 8:30 am Worship. Wednesday: 6:30 pm Family Christian Education; 7:30 pm Conﬁrmation. JOURNEY CHURCH, 131 Broadway St., Amery, Derek Downs, Lead Pastor, 715-268-2223, www.journeychurch.city Every Sunday: 9 am Worship Service; 10:30-11:30 am All Ages Sunday School. 2nd Sunday of the Month: 6-7 pm Praise and Prayer Night. Mondays: 1:30-2:30 pm Moms in Prayer (Moms who gather together each week to pray for our schools and children). Wednesdays (when school is in session): 5:45-6:15 pm Free Family Meal; 6:15-7:30 pm Kids Club (Kids Club is a place where you get to experience the excitement of worshiping God with songs, games and a Bible study with your friends!); 6:15-7:30 pm DW Youth Group (Meets in the Teen Center Building. For students in grades 6-12. Real life topics–real life answers! Invite your friends!) Saturdays: 7 am Men’s Bible Study (Meets in the Teen Center). LITTLE FALLS LUTHERAN, 1272 44th Ave., Amery, Lori Peper, pastor 715-268-9577 Wednesday, June 5: 7:30 pm Choir Practice at Deronda. Thursday, June 6: 9 am Little Falls and Deronda Quilting. Friday, June 7: 4-8 pm Backpack Program Fundraiser at Fire Hall. Sunday, June 9: 8 am Trinity Worship; 9:30 am Deronda Worship; 11 am Little Falls Worship. Tuesday, June 11: 9 am Little Falls Quilting, Parish Staff Meeting at Trinity; 7 p.m. 2 Council Meeting at Trinity. See our website for up-to-date scheduling www.littlefallschurch.net. LIVING WORD CHAPEL, 2746 Hwy 64, Forest, Senior

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Otto Carl Becker, 89, of Turtle Lake died Monday, May 27, 2019 at Sacred Heart Hospital. He was born January 9, 1930 in Elgin, IL to Otto Sr. and Rosa (Denzel) Becker. He was married at Long Lake Lutheran C Church on October 8, 1960 tto Barbara Peterson. Otto a attended school at Happy C Corners and graduated ffrom Turtle Lake High S School. He got his bachelor's d degree from UW River Falls iin agriculture education. Otto was drafted into the A Army and served in the K Korean Conflict. He then w worked for ASCS in Antigo ffor about 6 years, followed by PCA. Otto and his family moved to Turtle Lake in 1967 where he farmed on the family dairy farm for 26 years. Throughout his life Otto served on numerous boards including: Lions Club, Zion Lutheran Church, Turtle Lake School, Bank of Turtle Lake, Luck Mutual, Beaver Township, Polk County, Almena Ag Coop., and AMPI. He enjoyed being able to serve the community through the numerous boards he served on. Otto loved playing cards and board games, watching birds, gardening, bowling and golfing. He was a wonderful husband to Barb and an awesome dad, grandpa and great grandpa. Otto was a man who communicated his love through his actions. He was always available to help and support his family. His family can look around their homes and see all the things he helped them with. He and Barb attended as many of the grandchildren’s activities as possible; while still making time to travel with his beautiful bride of almost 59 years. Otto always enjoyed spending time with his extended family and his friends. He is survived by his wife, Barbara; children: Sandy (Don) Johnson and Kevin (Tammy) Becker; grandchildren: Tara Gruber, Joshua Johnson, Matthew Becker, Jonah Becker, Katie Becker and Sophia Becker; great-grandchildren: Ethan Johnson, Olivia Gruber, Liam Johnson and Grace Gruber; nephews: Douglas and Russell Jorgensen; sister, Marion Jorgensen; beloved canine companion, Lizzy; and many other family and friends. Otto was preceded in death by his parents, Otto Sr. and Rosa Becker; his brother, Albert Becker; and great-grandson, Connor Gruber. Funeral services will be held at 11 AM Saturday, June 1st, 2019 at Christ Lutheran Church - Pipe Lake with Pastor Steve Miller officiating. Burial will be in Christ Lutheran Cemetery. Visitation will be from 9-11 AM Saturday, June 1st, 2019 at the church. Skinner Funeral Home of Turtle Lake is serving the family.

Richard “Dick” Ayers, 79, formerly of Barron, Wisconsin passed away May 26, 2019 at home in Chetek, Wisconsin, supported by his loving family. He was born in Clear Lake, Wisconsin to Edward Vernon A Ayers Sr. and Evelyn Hazel A Amundson Ayers on April 1 17th, 1940. He was the third s born to Edward and son E Evelyn Ayers. At an early a his family moved to age M Menomonie, Wisconsin. Dick Ayers most recently l lived in Chetek and att tended the Chetek United M Methodist Church. He was b baptized in East Immanuel C Church in Clear Lake and was confirmed in faith in Menomonie as a teen. He graduated from Menomonie High School and then went on to the University of Wisconsin Stout, receiving his Bachelor and Graduate Degrees, graduating with high honors. He taught Industrial Education and Science in high schools in Waukesha, Phelps and Thorp, Wisconsin and also worked as a Vocational Coordinator for area high schools. He was past president of the Heart of the North Builders Association. He later became an independent building contractor and real estate broker. Dick was a quiet, unassuming man. He was very modest and always minimized his accomplishments to others. His passion was fine woodworking and he restored, with great skill, many fine pieces of furniture for friends and family. In his younger years, there was a daring and adventuresome side to Dick. He loved to ski, both downhill and ski jumping. He was a member of Eau Claire Eagles as a ski jumper and was on the ski patrol at area hills. Dick also participated in the Montana Sports Car Hill Climbs and won a number of racing trophies. He admired sports cars, owned a number of motorcycles and loved to ride them. Dick always sought a new challenge in all areas and his interests were diverse. He enjoyed music, especially barbershop, country, and southern gospel hymns. He was a member of Heart of the North Barbershop Chorus. He played the piano, in high school played the clarinet and saxophone in the band, and later taught himself to play the guitar. His greatest joy was his family of which he treasured each moment with them. He is survived by his wife Cora of 55 years, four sons, Wayne (Dawn) Ayers of Chetek, Bryan (Denise) Ayers of Prairie Farm, Loren Ayers of Chetek, and Shawn (Kristi) Ayers of Chetek; four grandchildren, Cody, Benjamin, Samuel, and Elizabeth and his dog, Pepper. He is also survived by many cousins, nieces, brothers-in-law, a sister-in-law and friends. Dick was preceded in death by his parents, brother Edward Vernon Ayers, Jr., infant brother Roger Ayers, grandparents, aunts, uncles and cousins. Memorial services for Dick Ayers will be held at 11:00 AM, June 8, 2019 at the Chetek United Methodist Church. Visitation is from 10:00 AM until the time of service at the church. Lunch and fellowship will follow the service in the Friendship room of the church. Interment will be at the family plot in Clear Lake Cemetery, Clear Lake, Wisconsin at a later date. The family requests only your presence and prayers. If you wish to donate to a memorial, please consider donating to the Alzheimer’s Association or American Heart Association.

Rodney Eugene Marlowe Rodney Eugene Marlowe, 74, of Clear Lake died Tuesday, May 28, 2019 at Regions Hospital. He was born April 23, 1945 in Turtle Lake, WI to Victor and Louise (Krebs) Marlowe. Rodney was a proud w welder by trade. He used his ttalents with welding to crea ate urns and urn stands for tthe cemeteries around his h home. Rodney enjoyed colllecting and reading comic b books, riding his motorcyc cle, four-wheeling, snowmob biling, and cooking. Rodney h had a yearly tradition of m making venison stew. He lloved making the rounds, visiting all of his family and friends. His family was near and dear to his heart. Rodney is survived by siblings: Betty Juleff of Clayton, Melvin Marlowe of Osceola, Dean Marlowe of Almena, Joyce Marlowe of Clayton, Judy Anderson of Clayton, Melinda Roth of Almena and Larry Marlowe of Clear Lake; numerous nieces, nephews, other family and friends. Rodney was preceded in death by his parents, Victor and Louise Marlowe; siblings: Robert Marlowe, Elaine Marion Strenke and Shirley Olin. There will be a burial service at Mt. Hope Cemetery at 2:30 PM on Monday, June 3rd, 2019. Skinner Funeral Home of Turtle Lake is serving the family.

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Charlotte Anne Tesberg Stanley November 27, 1940- May 14, 2019 Charlotte Anne Tesberg Stanley was born in Merrill, WI on November 27, 1940 to C. Arthur and H. Margaret (Samuelson) Tesberg. Charlotte graduated from Wausau High School in 1958 and from Gustavus A Adolphus College in St. Petter, MN in 1962 with a Bache elor of Science in Elementarry Education and a minor iin Sociology. She was a m member of the Iota Beta Sorrority. Charlotte taught first g grade in Columbia Heights, M MN and Hudson, WI and as a substitute teacher for the L Luck and St. Croix Falls, WI sschool districts. During college, Charlotte met the love of her life, whom she called “Mister Wonderful,” Ronald Harold Stanley on a blind date to a Gustavus vs. Augsburg football game. They were married a year later on December 29, 1962, at First English Lutheran Church in Wausau, WI. Charlotte brought two daughters into the world, Marilyn Kay Stanley and Carolyn Anne Stanley (Anderson). When the Reverend Stanley was ordained at Christ Chapel at Gustavus on June 6, 1963, Charlotte too was called to a life of service. She served the Evangelical Lutheran Church of America alongside her husband at Mount Zion Lutheran Church in Hudson, WI from 1963 to 1970, at Reformation Lutheran Church in Wichita, Kansas from 1970 to 1975, and then at Faith Lutheran Church in Balsam Lake, Wisconsin from 1975 to 2003. While many people may not have recognized the role of minister’s wife as a full-time position, for Charlotte it was a sacred life-long vocation and a 24-hour on call commitment that she performed with respect, modesty, and at times very little fanfare. To be the spouse of the minister was her calling, which she met with serious devotion to sharing the Good News of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Charlotte’s ministry was to portion the abounding grace of our Heavenly Father, which she did faithfully. Her authentic and enduring message was that we are all beautifully and perfectly made by our creator and fearlessly loved. She led by example through her kindness, humility, and her very unique sense of humor. Charlotte’s gift to the community was her candid ability to face some of life’s most challenging and tragic hardships with a pun, a smile, an infectious giggle, and a “mom joke.” Her distinctive laugh alongside with her chocolate chip cookies, Chex party mix, hugs, phone calls, hotdish, and birthday cards were her thoughtful gifts to fellow travelers. As her life progressed, multiple sclerosis took away her ability to walk and she became a wheelchair user, like her daughter who was paralyzed in a motor vehicle accident. Rooted deeply in her own personal and her family’s experiences she became an unlikely advocate, turned caring ally for all community members with disabilities: whether they were caused by illness, accident, mental health, or addiction. Her life showed us that humor, unpretentiousness, and sharing an anecdote or a song could be key in bridging our divides. That a raucous belly laugh can be healing in miraculous ways. It is her amazing laugh that will be most greatly missed. Charlotte is preceded in death by her parents Arthur and Margaret Tesberg and her husband Ronald Stanley. She will be deeply missed by her daughter Marilyn Kay Stanley and her companion Randal Kent Lind and his daughter Madison Alice Lind, her daughter Carolyn Anne Anderson, her husband Carl Anderson, and her two grandsons Oskar Peter Anderson and Axel Magnus Anderson. Visitation will be held at Williamson-White Funeral home in Amery, from 5-7 pm on Tuesday June 11. Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Wednesday June 12, with visitation one hour prior to service, at Faith Lutheran Church in Balsam Lake Wisconsin with the Reverend Diane Norstad and the Reverend Chuck Arndt officiating. There will be a luncheon and a graveside service following. Memorials are preferred to the family, in lieu of flowers, which will be directed to Faith Lutheran Church in Balsam Lake.

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Earlene Klatt, age 82 of Clayton, WI, passed away on October 14, 2018, at Golden Age Manor, Amery, WI, from complications of Parkinson’s Disease. Earlene Marie Klatt was born on April 24, 1936 to E Earl and Mary (Strenn) O Opheim in Sartell, Minn nesota. Her father, Earl, p passed away just weeks b before she was born from c complications of a work iinjury at the paper mill in S Sartell. Her mother, Mary, ssubsequently married Roy F Fausch, and he adopted E Earlene and her older brothe er, Terry, and the Fausch ffamily received and loved them all as their own. Earlene grew up in Sartell and St. Paul, Minnesota and Centuria, Wisconsin, where she graduated from high school. In 1957, she married Marlin Klatt and three daughters were born in River Falls, WI where Marlin attended UW-River Falls and subsequently graduated, and then accepted his first teaching position at Clayton High School. The family moved to Clayton, Wisconsin, and Earlene lived there until she became ill and moved to Golden Age Manor. Earlene had more talents, skills, hobbies and interests than could ever be detailed. She had a great love for God and sharing Him with others. After her daughters graduated from High School she worked for Myron Rogers Photography in Clayton, WI and loved the business and working with couples in planning their wedding photography and photo memories. Additionally, Earlene was a master seamstress and excelled in all crafts and creative projects. She was an accomplished organist, pianist and singer, and self-taught the ukulele. She loved the art of home making, preparing homemade food and bread and loved giving, caring for and serving her family and grandchildren. She was a mother and grandmother to many and will be forever in our hearts and deeply missed. Earlene was preceded in death by her father, Earl; stepfather, Roy; mother, Mary; brother, Terry and granddaughter Sophia. She is survived by her husband, Marlin; daughters Kathy (Earl) Ostertag, Karen Kjeseth, Susan (Gary) Irwin; five grandchildren, Casey (Lisa) Kjeseth, Courtney (Jesse) Blakesley, Cody Kjeseth, Elizabeth Cockroft, Michael Cockroft; two great grandchildren, Delilah Kjeseth, Drake Kjeseth and many other extended family members and friends. Funeral Services will be held at 11 AM on Saturday, June 8, 2019 at Faith Lutheran Church in Clayton, Wisconsin with Pastor Margaret Grant officiating. Visitation will be held one hour prior the service at the Church. To sign an online guest book and view a video tribute please visit www.williamsonwhite.com Williamson-White Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Amery, WI is handling the arrangements.

Wayne Earl Bottolfson was born on November 22, 1947 to Howard and Gloria (Johnson) Bottolfson at Sacred Heart Hospital in Spokane, Washington while Howard was working in the timber industry. H Howard, Gloria and Wayne m moved back to Star Prairie a and bought a farm which tthey farmed for over 30 y years. Wayne married P Phyllis (Foster) Sticha in 11970 and had 3 daughters: K Kristina, Kelli and Kathrryn. They divorced in 11978. Wayne married Linda ((Hall) Bottolfson in 1980 a and gained a step daughter J Jennifer (Eckdahl) Van Dyke. They were married until her death in July 2012. Wayne worked at Andersen Corporation for 38 years and retired in 2003. He also spent time in the Army and from January 1968 until September 1969 he was stationed at a military base in Hanau, Germany. He was preceded in death by his father, his wife Linda (Hall) Bottolfson, sister-in-law, Dawn Bottolfson (Brian) and sister-in-law Barb Bottolfson (Donald). Star Prairie was Wayne’s home until his health failed and he moved to a long term care facility in New Richmond in 2014 and finally another facility in Baldwin so he could be close to Kathryn. Wayne loved to fish, hunt, refurbish tractors and gas engines, attend auctions, read the penny papers looking for engines to buy, garden, mow his lawn, drive fast boats and ride fast snowmobiles. He could fix any machine that ran on gas. He enjoyed splitting wood and was excited about his new battery operated Stihl chainsaw which would allow him to cut wood indoors all winter. He is survived by his mother Gloria, brothers: Donald and Brian (SueAnn) and sister Rebecca Larson. Daughters Kristina Bottolfson, Kathryn Ellingworth (Wayne), Kelli Bottolfson-Brown (Tai), grandchildren Eleanor, Lauren, Kolton, Lillian, Josephine, Ariana, Tristan and Sidney as well as numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. In lieu of flowers please make a donation to Wayne’s favorite cat rescue organization Cat Town Rescue in Amery. https://www.givemn.org/organization/ Stray-Feral-Rescue Memorials can also be made to the Lewy Body Dementia Association https://www.lbda.org/ Services will be held at 12:00 on Sunday, June 9 at West Immanuel Lutheran Church in rural Osceola. A private Interment will be at the West Immanuel Cemetery. There will be visiting time for the hour prior to the service. To sign an online guest book and view a video tribute please visit www.williamsonwhite.com Arrangements were entrusted to the Williamson-White Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 222 Harriman Avenue North Amery, Wisconsin 54001.

Sylvia Josephine Iverson, age 96 of Amery, WI, died early on Thursday morning, May 30, 2019, at her home surrounded by the love of her family and many caregivers at Riverbend Assisted Living in Amery, W WI. She had been a resident o of Riverbend since 2006. Sylvia was born April 115, 1923, in Clear Lake, WI, tto Leonard & Josephine ((Nilssen) Johnson. She g grew up in the Clear Lake a area, was confirmed at F First Lutheran Church and g graduated from Clear Lake H High School. She was marrried to Orville K. Iverson o on December 31, 1943, at the First Lutheran Church in Clear Lake. Together they operated the family dairy farm in Clayton, WI, and raised six children: Barry, Denny, Carol, Marcia, Daryl, and Delaine. In 1981 Sylvia and Orville retired and began wintering in San Benito, TX. During this time, they made their summer home in the village of Clear Lake. In her spare time, Sylvia enjoyed playing (and winning) King’s Corners, participating in church activities, singing hymns, gardening, painting, doing crafts, bird watching, camping, and fishing. She was an active member of the Immanuel Lutheran Church in Clayton and spent her life being a fisher of men, lending a helping hand, always encouraging others, expressing gratitude, and spreading the Good Word. She touched the lives of many with her loving disposition, caring nature, and Prayer Warrior Faith. She is Preceded in Death By Husband – Orville Iverson; Parents – Leonard & Josephine (Nilssen) Johnson; Grandchildren – Justin Hesyck & Laura Emerson; Sisters & Brother – Vivian Anderson, Ann Domholt, Marvin Johnson. Survived by Sons & Daughter - W. Barry (Renee) Iverson – Amery, WI, Dennis O. (Marilyn) Iverson – Amery, WI, Carol J. (Shawn) Bard – Live Oak, FL, Marcia A. (Mark) Meyer – Amery, WI, Daryl L. (Julie) Iverson – Deer Park, WI, Delaine L. Iverson (Kevin Woods) – Fridley, MN; Grandchildren - Damon (Kristin) Emerson, Joel (Danyel) Emerson, Leah Emerson, Dan (Sherri) Iverson, Derek Iverson, Dena (Eric) Mayne, Joshua Bard, Ona Hesyck, Marlena (Karlis) Lisovskis, Amanda Kaczmarek, Sherri (Dave) Franko, Darren Iverson, & Nicholas Iverson; 20 Great-Grandchildren & Great-Great-Grandchildren; Many Relatives, Family, & Friends. Memorial Services will be 11:00 am on Friday, June 7, 2019, at Immanuel Lutheran in Clayton, Township. Visitation will be on from 6:00-8:00 pm on Thursday, June 6, 2019, at the Scheuermann Funeral Home in Clear Lake , WI, and one hour prior to service at the Church on Friday. Clergy – Pastor Margaret Grant. Music – Candy Evenson. Interment will be at the Clear Lake Cemetery. Scheuermann Funeral Home in Clear Lake , WI, is handling the arrangements. www.clearlakefuneralhome.com

Janesville couple ﬁnds success in breeding miniature horses BY HILLARY GAVAN THE BELOIT DAILY NEWS

JANESVILLE, Wis. (AP) — It's difficult to look at one without smiling. It's the miniature horse, the wee equine which galloped into the hearts of Ken and Joyce Diehls 36 years ago. “Some people have dogs. Miniature horses are our pets,” Joyce Diehls said. “They are very sweet.” The Diehls, who run Leyden Acres in Janesville, shared a little bit about their journey with Type A miniature horses. The unique breed not only makes great pets, but allows owners to reap the rewards of horse ownership for a little less upkeep and money. Because of their size of about 250 pounds, miniature horses require less space and feed than their fullsized counterparts. “Our 17 miniature horses eat as much in a day as two regular horses,” Ken Die-

hls told the Beloit Daily News. The horses, which have a thick inner and outer coat, can withstand chilly temperatures and are generally very hardy. They require a clean pen, vaccinations, hoof trimmings and plenty of love. It was Joyce Diehls who convinced her husband to get their first mare after watching a news show about them in 1983. She went up to Portage, Wisconsin, and fell in love. “We were only going to have one,” Joyce Diehls said. The couple's team grew. A few times. To help pay for their growing herd, they started breeding and selling them. They said the pets can cost anywhere from $600 to $10,000 depending on breed and pedigree. Miniature horses became a fad about a decade ago, but many sellers got out of the business after realizing the intricacies and costs associated with animal raising. Today, the Diehls are one of the few

breeders in the area and are often sought out when people are looking for a miniature horse pet. The Diehls said miniature horses have an array of talents. They were once used for coal mining due to their small stature. At only 3 months old, they can start learning to lead. In Illinois, miniature horses that are trained can be service animals and are allowed in public places. Miniature horses can participate in cart-pulling, costume contests, obstacle courses or dressage competitions. The Diehls show their herd at a show put on by the Heart of America Miniature Equine Club and sanctioned by The American Miniature Horse Registry in Belvidere every July. However, their most happy moments with the furry miniatures are just spending time with them and sharing them with others.

They fondly remember them serving as the backdrop for a wedding reception at their farm. “The barn was a hit,” Joyce Diehls said. The Diehls have many memories of awaiting births. When the time is close they would mount an infrared camera in the barn, similar to a baby monitor to track when the first signs of labor occur. “Nine times out of 10, moms have them in the middle of the night,” joked Joyce Diehls. One time a bus for nursing home residents in Footville passed the farm and stopped, with the driver inquiring if the couple would bring a miniature horse for a visit. Later, the Diehls brought a well-behaved stallion to the outdoor areas of the home. Although miniatures have unlimited potential, Joyce Diehl said: “Most of all, they make a dear friend.”

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PASTA FIESTA MEAL Cook according to directions, drain, rinse and drain again. Set aside in covered dish to keep warm: 1 pkg. (12 oz.) bowtie pasta If you’re using uncooked chicken, put into large skillet: 2 T. olive oil 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1-1/2 pounds) 2 garlic cloves, minced Salt and pepper to taste Cook over medium heat for 12-15 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through, turning halfway through the cooking time. Remove chicken to a cutting board and cut into 1” pieces. Put into skillet: 1 can (14 oz.) artichoke hearts, drained and cut into halves 1 can (11 oz.) Mexican-style corn, drained 1 can (10-3/4 oz.) condensed cream of corn soup 1-1/4 c. milk 1 jar (7 oz.) roasted peppers, drained and cut into 1/4 wide strips 1 tsp. hot pepper sauce (or amount you want) Bring the above to a boil over medium heat. Add the cooked and cut up chicken. Cook 3-5 minutes or until thoroughly heated. Toss with the warm pasta and serve immediately. Serves 3-4. Hint: If you have leftover or deli chicken, eliminate the chicken cooking and cutting process. Heat the mixture a bit longer to be sure it is hot. Almost everyone likes cookies. This has oatmeal for its base.

It is asparagus time. This soup will sure to please.

CREAM OF ASPARAGUS SOUP Combine in large saucepan, bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover and simmer 10 minutes: 3 c. sliced (1/2”) asparagus (about 1 pound) 1/2 tsp. fresh thyme 1 garlic clove, crushed 2 c. chicken broth 1 bay leaf Discard bay leaf. Place the asparagus mixture into a blender/food processor and process until smooth. Put into the saucepan, whisking to blend well: 1 T. flour 2 c. milk Add and stir to combine, bringing mixture to a boil and then reduce heat and simmer 5 minutes, stirring constantly: The pureed asparagus Dash ground nutmeg 3/4 tsp. salt or to taste Remove from heat, add and stir in: 1/4 tsp. grated lemon rind 1/4 tsp. fresh thyme 2 tsp. butter Serve hot. Serves 3-4. This recipe makes a tasty chocolate upside down cake.

CHOCOLATE UPSIDE-DOWN CAKE Combine in bowl and set aside: 2 c. flour 1/4 c. unsweetened cocoa powder 4 tsp. baking powder In large mixing bowl combine well: 1-2/3 c. sugar 1 c. milk, room temp 1/4 c. plain yogurt 2 tsp. vanilla 1 oz. unsweetened chocolate, melted and cooled slightly Add the dry ingredients to the above and mix until just moistened. Pour batter into a 9x13” glass baking dish, sprayed with butter-flavored cooking spray.

Smooth the top and set aside. Combine to make the sauce: 1 c. sugar 1 c. brown sugar 1/4 c. plus 2 T. unsweetened cocoa powder 1-3/4 c. hot water Gently drizzle the sauce over the top of the batter in the pan. Cover the entire batter. (Hint: Some of the batter might float up into/over the sauce.) Bake at 325˚ for about 50 minutes or until cake if firm to the touch. Cool slightly. Run a knife around the edge of the pan. Cut into square pieces and spoon fudge sauce from bottom over the pieces. Hint: If you wish, you can bake the cake without the sauce. Cool completely and then make the sauce and drizzle over the pieces when you serve them. Cover any remaining cake and reheat sauce when needed. Many people like this combination. It’s quick, easy and tasty. It’s another use for fresh asparagus, too.

CREAMED ASPARAGUS ON TOAST Use enough cut up asparagus to make 1 cup. (cut into 1” pieces) Put into saucepan with water to cover, cover pan and cook for 2-3 minutes, then drain. Melt 2 T. butter, add and combine in saucepan: 2 T. flour Slowly pour in 1-1/2 c. milk, stirring constantly. Stir until thickened. Add the cooked asparagus and bring to a boil. Remove from heat and serve over toast. Hint: if you’d like, add some hard cooked egg slices or pieces on top for more nutrition. Tips: For a special treat and a way to use bananas before they are over-ripe, peel banana and freeze it. Take from freezer, dip it in melted chocolate and then refreeze it. Take it out of freezer for a while and then enjoy! If you wish, put it on a stick, when first freezing it, for easier dipping and eating. If you’re having company or making a special meal, don’t try a new recipe. Make it before and see if you like it, what it needs, etc. Saves embarrassment, apologies and frustration!

BLUE RIBBON OATMEAL COOKIES Combine in large bowl: 1 c. flour 1/2 tsp. baking powder 1/2 tsp. soda 1-1/4 c. quick-cooking oats 1/2 c. sugar 1/2 c. brown sugar Add and mix until completely combined: 1/2 c. melted butter (1 stick) 1 egg 1 tsp. vanilla Add and combine: 1/2 c. dried cranberries or raisins 1/2 c. white chocolate chips Mixture will be thick. Roll into walnut-size balls and put onto ungreased baking sheets. Bake at 350˚ 10-12 minutes or until edges are golden. Remove to wire racks to cool. Makes about 3 dozen cookies. This meal is simple and easy. It uses tuna.

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Cook according to directions and drain: 1 pound rigatoni pasta Put back into pot. Add and combine well: 2 cans (10-3/4 oz. ea.) condensed Cheddar cheese soup 2 cans (12 oz. ea.) tuna, drained and flaked 1 c. milk Pepper to taste Cook over medium heat 2-3 minutes or until heated through. Put into a casserole dish/bowl. Sprinkle on top: 1 bag (6 oz.) potato chips, crushed Serves 4-6.

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Wisconsin is prime target for Lyme disease Know the symptoms and treatment â&#x20AC;&#x201C; and how to prevent it BY: PATRICK D. SURA, MD CHIEF MEDICAL OFFICER AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE PHYSICIAN AMERY HOSPITAL & CLINIC

Summer is right around the corner, and we arenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t the only ones ready to get out into the nice weather. Ticks too become active again, and some are more than just an irritation. Some ticks carry illnesses that can be serious, like Lyme disease. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve lived in Wisconsin most of my life and have been a family medicine and emergency physician for more than 30 years. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve removed many ticks from patients and have diagnosed early stages of Lyme disease many times. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve also seen and treated patients with later, more serious stages of Lyme disease and other tick-borne illnesses. Health Early in my career, in the late Matters 1980s, Lyme disease in Wisconsin and other states exploded. Wisconsin Patrick D. is especially infested by ticks beSura, MD Chief Medical cause we have a great climate and enOfficer & Emergency vironment for them. Their numbers Medicine Physician have also been boosted by our recent, relatively mild winters. And even though we had late-season snow and cold this year, it wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t do much to affect the dense tick population. Luckily, our ability to diagnose and treat Lyme disease early with antibiotics improved quickly following the late â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;80s outbreaks. And diagnosis and treatment still continues to improve. WHAT IS LYME DISEASE? Lyme disease is caused by bacteria. It is an infection thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s spread when ticks carrying Lyme disease bite people or animals. In the United States, two types of ticks can carry the Lyme disease bacteria: â&#x20AC;˘ Deer ticks. They spread the disease in the Northeast and Midwest. The deer tick is usually quite small, but will vary in size and color. Pictures are easily found online if you are unsure. â&#x20AC;˘ Western black-legged ticks. They spread the disease along the Pacific coast, mostly in northern California and Oregon. Not all of these types of ticks are infected with Lyme disease. But thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s no way to tell which ones are and which ones arenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t. That means itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s important to seek medical advice if you have a tick attached to you that you can't remove. If a tick carrying Lyme disease bites you, removing it from your skin in less than 24 to 36 hours decreases risk of getting the illness. Ticks can safely be removed at home and you can see your clinic physician or clinician for evaluation and discussion of any needed treatment. If Lyme disease is not diagnosed and treated, it can cause fatigue, joint pain and even more serious problems down the road.

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WHAT SHOULD I DO IF I GET BIT BY A TICK? Remove ticks as soon as you notice them. Infected ticks usually don't spread Lyme disease until they have been attached for at least 36 hours â&#x20AC;&#x201C; but I still urge you to be on the lookout for any symptoms of Lyme disease for the next month. Consult your physician if you have concerns, as antibiotics can be prescribed to prevent the possibility of developing Lyme disease. Also be aware that Lyme disease is only one of several tick-borne illnesses that can infect humans. If you find a tick thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s already embedded itself in your skin, remove it as soon as possible following these steps: â&#x20AC;˘ Before removing the tick, do not paint it with nail polish or other substances; it is most important to remove it quickly. â&#x20AC;˘ Use tweezers to grasp the tick right against the skin surface and pull with a constant steady pressure until it is removed. â&#x20AC;˘ After the tick is removed, clean the skin with alcohol or soap and water. â&#x20AC;˘ If you think the tick has been embedded for more than 24 hours, call your doctor after you remove it. Your doctor may want to prescribe an antibiotic to prevent infection. Keep the tick in a small plastic bag in case you need to show it to your doctor. HOW IS LYME DISEASE TREATED? The main treatment for Lyme disease is antibiotics. These medicines usually cure Lyme disease within three weeks of starting treatment, especially when the infection is caught early. Antibiotics can also be used to treat Lyme disease at later stages when more serious symptoms can occur. These symptoms often get better with the antibiotic treatment, but in rare cases they can last the rest of your life. Enjoy the summer and the outdoors, but be diligent about checking yourself, family members and your pets for ticks. If you have symptoms of Lyme disease or have been recently bitten by a tick, you can get care at: â&#x20AC;˘ Amery Hospital & Clinic â&#x20AC;˘ Clear Lake Clinic â&#x20AC;˘ Luck Clinic â&#x20AC;˘ Turtle Lake Clinic â&#x20AC;˘ virtuwell.com

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ARNELL MEMORIAL HUMANE SOCIETY Max is a middle aged Beagle. He is eight years old and carrying his love of treats around his middle. Max came to our shelter as a stray. He has a Tri-Color coat and a swagger as he struts along. Max enjoys attention and is just as happy to be engaged in sniffing things out. He is okay with other dogs but not especially playful; he is content to co-exist. Max would love to be at home on a small farm, chasing your chipmunks, tagging along during chores and letting his ears flap in the smells of the breeze. The Arnell Garage Sale is Saturday, June 22, only two weeks away. We started taking donations in early May and are now in full swing Marking Mode. The Shelter Garage Sale is great way to support the shelter with stuff you thought you needed and didn’t use, stuff you used and loved but no longer need, stuff that is cluttering the garage and closets. All of your unwanted Stuff will

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find a new home through our sale and help Arnell care for animals in need. Our sale has something for everyone but does not include clothing or old technology. Please donate household goods, garden tools, furniture, knick knacks, wood shop tools, pet supplies, toys and more. If it

is in your way, bring it our way and get a tax-deductible receipt. Donate during business hours, Mon – Fri, 12 – 5 pm and Saturday, 12 – 4 pm. If those hours aren’t convenient for you, just call the shelter, 715 268-7387, to make arrangements for someone to meet you when it does work for your

schedule. Your donations make the sale. From personal experience, I can tell you that it takes a day or two to uncover and clean up garage sale items, another day or so to load them in the car and find time to deliver. With that in mind, now is the time, to take the time to dig out those treasures you want to find a new home. Clear yourself some space and donate to our sale. Leave the organizing, advertising, marking and hassle of sale day, to us. You’ll be glad you did. Two of our featured Black Cats went home last week. That means our adventuring Challa remains; awaiting your arrival. Come meet him today, he is gorgeous and half price. Two puppies and Brindle Terrier Mix Loree, also found homes. Two female puppies remain. They are Pyrenees-Husky-Shepherd Mixes, Brienne and Suzanne. Brienne is White and Tan. At 3 months,

we can tell she will be a good sized dog when fully grown. Suzanne is mostly White with few markings. She is slightly smaller than her sister. They each have the sign of a Pyrenees with dew claws in the rear. Both are playful and ready to take on the world. Also Adoptable Dogs: Sherman, Sable Collie-Greyhound Mix, Kermit, silly American Bulldog Mix, Oscar, happy Pit Bull Terrier Mix, Dude, easy going Corgi Mix and Ella, statuesque German Shorthair Pointer. Adoptable Cats: Elaine, soft Grey Tabby sweetheart, Dina, Calico-Tabby, very sweet, Diane, gentle Mitted Orange Tabby, Kip, lovely Brown Tabby, Charles, Declawed Mitted Orange Tabby and two female Mitted Tabby kittens, Aurora and Mulan. Arnell Humane Society, 185 Griffin St, Amery. Online: ARNELLHUMANE. ORG and Facebook

SELF HELP GROUPS Advance Directive Workshop. Who would make your healthcare decisions in the event you are unable to? How would this person know what decisions you would want made? Learn more about Advance Directives and how to complete them. Free Advance Directive Workshop will be held the first Wednesday of the month from 10-11 a.m. Wisconsin and Minnesota Advance Directives will be available. Call St. Croix Regional Medical Education Services at 715-483-0431 or 800-642-1336 ext. 2431 to register. Alanon/Alateen (for family and friends of alcoholics) meets Thursday nights 7-8 p.m. at First Lutheran church, Amery. 715-268-8362. Alcoholics Anonymous meets every Monday 7 p.m., Wednesday 10 a.m., Thursday 7 p.m., Friday 7 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m., Sunday 7 p.m. at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, 217 Deronda St., Amery. 715-781-4380 Jason. Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) Tuesdays 7 p.m. at Clear Lake Community Center, VFW Room 123. Richard 715-554-7277, Teresa 612-636-3244. Alcoholics Anonymous meets Monday at noon B.B., Thursdays 10 a.m. at Parkview Methodist church, Turtle Lake. Contact Mike 715-986-2457. Alzheimer’s Support Group. First Wednesday of the month 10 a.m. at Amery Senior Center. Last Tuesday of month 1 p.m. at Good Sam Nursing Home. Sharlene Bellefaille 715-635-6601. Baby & Me. Weekly play and discussion hour for parents and their infants (birth to 12 months). Wednesdays 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Amery Hospital & Clinic, BirthDay Suites Waiting Room. Join at any time. No charge. The Baby Bistro: Breastfeeding Support Group. This free support group encourages, helps and supports women before, during and after breastfeeding. Led by a certified breastfeeding counselor, who is also a registered nurse and a mother of four, attendees learn from, share with, and support other mothers who are breastfeeding. Pregnant women who are considering breastfeeding are strongly encouraged to attend. Every Wednesday from 9 to 10:30 a.m. at Amery Hospital & Clinic, Boardroom, 2nd floor. No fee, no registration required, just stop by. Breast Feeding Support Group. All nursing mothers and babies are invited to participate. Group meets the second Thursday of the month from 10-11:30 a.m. and the fourth Thursday of the month from 6:30-8 p.m. at St. Croix Regional Medical Center. An International Board Certified Lactation Consultant will facilitate the group. Call 715-483-0431 or 800-642-1336 ext. 2431. No charge. C.H.A.D.D. (Children with Attention Deficit Disorder). Parent support group meets the fourth Monday of each month at Firstar Bank board room, Cumberland, 7 p.m. For information call Pat Skinner at

715-822-8422 and leave message. Cancer, Grief & Depression Support Group. A support group to allow people to talk about their experiences with cancer, grief and depression as well as share mutual support to one another. Second Tuesday of every month at Amery Area Community Center at 1 p.m. You can join at any time and it is free and open to the public. Cancer Support Group meets the second Tuesday of the month at the Amery Public Library at 6 p.m. Caregiver Support Group meets the third Tuesday of every month from 2-3:30 p.m. at the Peace Lutheran Church in Dresser. Contact Barb at ADRC of NW WI at 877-485-2372 for more information. Compassionate Friends, Tri- County Chapter meets the first Monday of each month at 7 p.m. First Lutheran church, Clear Lake. This group offers support and understanding to families who are grieving the death of a child of any age, from any cause. For more information call 715-263-2739 Domestic Violence (DV) and Sexual Assault (SA) Support Groups and Services. Polk County - S.T.A.R.S. (Surviving Trauma Advocacy Resource Group) Monday 4-5 p.m. in Amery, Tuesday 6-7 p.m. in Osceola, Wednesday 2-3 p.m. in Milltown and Thursday 6-7 p.m. in Milltown. Domestic Violence Education Class every other Wednesday from 10-noon in Milltown. Burnett County - Monday 4-5 p.m. 715-349-7272. Barron County - Thursday 5:30-6:30 p.m. 715-651-4969. For more information call CRA 715-825-4414 or the 24 hour crisis line 1-800-261-7233. All groups are held every week unless noted. Child care is available with some groups. Ask your facilitator prior to the group meeting. 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 Professionals 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. Families and Parenting. Milltown Parenting Group meets Wednesdays from 1-2 p.m., Milltown Family Group has dinner from 5-5:30 p.m. and F.U.N. from 5-6 p.m. on Thursdays. For more information call CRA 715-825-4414. All groups are held every week unless noted. Child care is available with some groups. Ask your facilitator prior to the group meeting.

Farm Crisis. Information on financial, mental health, legal, job retraining resources. Call 1-800-942-2474. Golden Age Manor Family Council meets the first Saturday of the month at 10 a.m. in the east wing sunporch. GAM is Polk County’s longest operating longterm healthcare facility. The Family Council’s goal is to enhance the lives of the residents beyond what the staff normally does. Grief Share. Have you lost someone close? Grief Share is a Christian based, non-denominational seminar/support group program that will be meeting at Centennial Hall in Amery every Monday at 1 p.m. For information call Bruce 715-268-2176 or 715-268-8360. GriefShare, a non-denominational special help seminar and support group for people experiencing the loss of a loved one is being held at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Amery on Thursdays from 6:30 to 8 p.m. The church is located at 1050 Keller Ave. N. GriefShare features nationally recognized experts on grief recovery topics. Seminar sessions include “Is This Normal?” “The Challenges of Grief,” “Grief and Your Relationships,” “Why?” and “Guilt and Anger.” For more information call St. Joseph Catholic church at 715-268-7717. Head Injury Support Group. Closed head injury, stroke, aneurism or traumatic brain injury which affects your daily living? Learn to cope with your disabilities, provide insight and camaraderie. Second Friday of each month 2-3:30 p.m. Frederic Public Library. Contact Julie Martin 715-327-4474. Memory Cafe. Do you or your loved one have memory concerns or early signs of dementia? Join us at the Amery Memory Cafe where individuals with memory concerns and their care partners, family and friends can laugh, learn and stay connected in a safe atmosphere. The Memory Cafe meets at the Amery Area Community Center the 3rd Thursday of each month from 1-2:30 p.m. Please RSVP to Barb at the ADRC of NW WI at 877-485-2372. Memory Cafe is free to attend, and coffee and snacks are provided. Moms in Prayer International. •Two or more women who meet regularly to pray for their children, their schools, their teachers and administrators. •Mothers, grandmothers or anyone who is willing to pray for a specific child and school. We meet at the Journey Church, 131 Broadway St., Amery, Mondays from 1:302:30 p.m. Contact Jen at 715-268-2223 with questions. (only meets during the school year.) MOPS and MOMsnext (Mothers of Preschoolers) is a group for moms and their kids. Every mom who is pregnant or has a child at home is welcome, accepted, and challenged to meet her potential. Better moms make a better world! For more info go to clmops@hotmail.com. PEPTalk - P(arents)E(ncouraging)P(arents)... exists to encourage, support, and build up a community

of homeschool families in Polk County, Wisconsin. We welcome all types of homeschooling families to check us out! PEPTalk activities happen throughout the month. For more information contact Jenn Dueholm, jenndueholm@yahoo.com or Wendy Dietrich, thedietrichs@amerytel.net. Like us on Facebook under PEPTalk. Polk County Parent-To-Parent Coaliton, a network for parents of children from birth through adulthood who have disabilities or other special needs. For more information about meetings and advocacy support, contact Lynne 715-472-2002. PREGNANT. Need help? Our tests and help are free and conﬁdential. 715-755-BABY (2229). Osceola Life Care Center. Student Assistance Program is for students in the Amery school district who may be having personal or family problems. Strict conﬁdentiality is followed except in cases of danger to self or others. Call 715-2680303 for middle school S.A.P. members or 715-2680214 for high school S.A.P. members. TEENS—Talk before you run. Trained counselors will listen. 1-800-491-8336 or 715-235-8882. TEENCARE. Where teens get help fast. 1-800-4918336. TOPS Club meets Tuesdays 3:30-5 p.m. at the Balsam Lake Municipal Building (under the water tower), Balsam Lake. Contact Sheila 715-857-5892 or just come to a meeting. TOP’s mission is to support our members as they take off and keep off pounds sensibly. Tutors: Free tutors are available to anyone who would like help studying for GED, English as a Second Language (ESL), or with basic skills in reading or math. Call 715-405-7323 to be matched with a local tutor. Weight Loss Club meets Thursdays 8-9 a.m. Our Savior’s Lutheran church, 217 Deronda St., Amery. Bonnie Timm 715-268-2980. Western Wisconsin LYME Education and Support Group meets: fourth Thursday of the month (April through October) at 7 p.m. at Our Savior’s Lutheran church, 217 Deronda St., Amery. (No meetings November through March). Meetings are free of charge and open to the public. For info call Ann 715-268-2856, Paula 715-268-2035, Bonnie 715-268-9557, Sue 715268-6687. Women’s Spiritual Growth Group meets each Thursday from 7-8 p.m. at 931 Pine St., St. Croix Falls. Yoga for Addiction Recovery Y12SR is a 12 step based discussion and yoga practice that is open to anyone and everyone dealing with their own addictive behavior or affected by the addictive behavior of others. All A's are welcome. Great Blue Yoga, 113 Keller Ave N 54001, 6:45 p.m., Tuesdays.

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Trail Days attract numerous crowds to varied events BY APRIL ZIEMER EDITOR@THEAMERYFREEPRESS.COM

A stormy Friday night led into a sunshine fi lled Saturday, which was perfect for hosting Amery’s Trail Day. The day opened with Amery Airport’s annual Fly-In Pancake Breakfast. Planes could be seen and heard swooping into town that morning. The trailhead in town offered opportunities for visitors to look at fire trucks, an ambulance and grab a free ice cream cone before checking out the petting zoo and fishing area. Community wide garage sales carried on during the days surrounding the event and a taco dinner was hosted at the Amery Ambulance garage on Saturday evening.

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During Saturday morning’s airport breakfast, Amery Boy Scouts checked out this jet that flew in for pancakes. L-R: Kevin Trandum, Andrew Benner, Zach Silvas, Tyler Wade, Meaddy Smestead, Jeffrey Setzer, Michael Wade, Matthew Setzer and Owen Dodge.

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Brayden and Haylee Witt enjoy the ice cream cones that were handed out courtesy of Bremer Bank at Trail Days.

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Luke Sigsworth enjoys feeding the cute and hungry alpaca who was part of Saturday’s petting zoo.

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As a part of Wisconsin’s Free Fun Days weekend, users of all trails could enjoy a free ride.

Paroled sex offender residing in Amery Fred Wade, 77, a convicted sex offender on the Wisconsin Sex Offender Registry, is being released June 4. Wade will be released to the community June 4, 2019. Wade will be residing at the Apple River Wade

Country Inn, located at 977 US-8, Room 4, Amery, and will be under the supervision of the Wisconsin Department of Corrections. In 1998, Wade was convicted of Child Enticement-Sexual Contact. Wade will be placed on intensive supervision for a period of time and will be on Extended Supervision for approximately six years; during this time required to

reside in Polk County. Wade will be on GPS monitoring for the remainder of his life while residing in Wisconsin and is required to register with the Wisconsin Sex Offender Registry Program for life. The Wisconsin Sex Offender Registry can be located at www. widocoffenders.org.

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Dietrich competes in two state record setting events BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER

Amery senior Marlee Dietrich set herself up for a strong finish in the WIAA Division 2 State girls 300-meter hurdles, recording a fifth-place time of 47.20 seconds in the prelims at the State Track and Field Championships over the weekend. The effort earned her a spot in the finals where she was disqualified. Lodi senior Mackenzie Heyroth won the even with a state record time of 43.61 seconds. Dietrich also competed in the 100-meter hurdles where she recorded a 12th-best time of 16.94 seconds in a field of 16 runners in the prelims. Heyroth also won 100 hurdles with a state record time (14.36 seconds). Wisconsin Lutheran was the state team champion with 49 points, followed by Freedom (42.50) and Lodi (30).

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Marlee Dietrich competed in two hurdles events at the WIAA Division 2 State Track meet in LaCrosse.

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Amery boys compete in three state track events BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER

Amery’s boys track and field team competed in three events at the 2019 WIAA Division 2 Track and Field Championships in La Crosse over the weekend, earning 12th, 13th and 14th-place finishes. Dalton Johnson, Lance Waalen, Galen Coy and Gus Wentz earned a 12th-place finish in the 4x100-meter relay with a time of 43.98 seconds. Rice Lake won the event with a time of 42.64 seconds. Johnson, Waalen, Tyler Reichert and Wentz teamed for 4x200 and finished in 1:32.64 - good enough for 13th place. Freedom won in state record time of 1:27.52. Canyon Schwartz tied for 14th-place in the pole vault, clearing 12-06. Peshtigo senior Max Rauch was the state champion with a height of 14-09. Winning the team title was Freedom with 48.50 points, edging out runner up Rice Lake.

Rice Lake ousts Amery in pitchers’ showdown BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER

Amery’s baseball team opened WIAA Division 2 tournament play on May 23 with a regional showdown against Rice Lake and dropped a nine-inning pitcher’s duel, 1-0. The Amery Warriors entered the contest as the No. 6 seed while Rice Lake entered as the No. 3 seed. With two runners on base with no outs in the bottom of the ninth inning, Rice Lake drove in the winning run on a

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Dalton Johnson competed in two relays at the WIAA Track and Field Championships in La Crosse.

bunt to the pitcher. Just five total hits were allowed in the nine innings with Amery picking up its lone hit in the seventh inning on a single by Grady Martin. Isaac Rohde pitched eight innings for Rice Lake, allowing just one hit. Kale Hopke spent eight innings on the mound for Amery, scattering four hits and no runs in 100 pitches. Brett Forrest took the loss, giving up one run after throwing just nine pitches. Amery 000 000 000 - 0 Rice Lake 000 000 001 - 1

Warriors fall in regional softball final to state-bound Ellsworth BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER

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Three days after blowing out fifth-seeded Black River Falls in the WIAA Division 2 softball playoffs, Amery found itself on the opposite side of a mercy rule-ended contest. The Warriors took on top-seeded Ellsworth on May 23 and lost 2-12 in five innings in the regional final.

Amery finished the season with a 15-6 overall record and third place finish in the Middle Border Conference. Ellsworth (24-2) went on to win the sectional title with a 4-1 victory over Merrill on May 30. The MBC champion Panthers enter the state tournament as the No. 3 seed and take on second-seeded Bay Conference Champion Seymour (23-1) on June 7 at the Goodman Diamond in Madison.

Tyler Reichert was a member of the 4x200 relay team at the WIAA Track and Field Championships in La Crosse.

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Simeon places ninth in high jump BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER

Turtle Lake/Clayton sophomore Alexandra Simeon wrapped up her 2019 track at field season with a ninth-place finish at the WIAA Division 3 State Girls Track and Field Championships

in La Crosse. Simeon competed in the high jump and was one of eight athletes to clear 5-00. Winning the event with a height of 5-04 was Cuba City senior Brinley Wood. La Crosse Aquinas was the team champion with 36 points.

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Rademaker wraps up career at state BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER

Amery senior Noah Rademaker closed out his Amery High School tennis career in the first round of 2019 WIAA Division 2 State Championships with a 2-6, 4-6 loss to special qualifier Tommy Zakowksi, a sophomore, from Notre Dame de la Baie Academy. “It took a few games in the first set for Noah to adjust to his opponent’s (19-7) style of play,” said Amery Coach Tanya Julson. “I was impressed with Noah’s ability to analyze his opponent’s shot patterns and, by the end of the first set, Noah was predicting and anticipating where he would have to be to hit his next shot. He was also better prepared and forced his opponent to make more errors.” The adjustments resulted in more point and game wins for the Rademaker, who built momentum in the second set. “He was able to take advantage of having longer rallies, extending points and getting to the net,” Julson said. Zakowski lost in the second round. Over the course of Rademaker’s four-year high school career at No. 1 singles, he was team captain the final two

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Amery senior Noah Rademaker lost his first round match at the state tennis tournament.

seasons. His senior campaign ended with an 11-4 record (9-1 in the regular season). He was the 2019 Middle Border Conference runner up, sub sectional champion and

fourth place sectional finisher. “Noah is a talented player, and the team is going to miss his leadership and skill next year,” said Julson.

CLHS girls 4x100 16th at state BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER

The 2019 WIAA Division 3 State Girls Track and Field Championships didn’t go quite as planned for Clear Lake. Competing in two events, the Warriors were unable to record any team points. Abby Keller, Molly Peterson, Lizzie Rosen and Brooklyn Tolzman finished in 16th place in the 4x100-meter relay, finishing in a time of 53.46 seconds. Winning the event was Three Lakes/ Phelps, which stopped the clock at 50.52 seconds. Senior Jazzy Christiansen also had a rough trip fouling on all three attempts in the discus throw. Marathon senior Leah Zemke won the

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the team title with 36 points, edging out Edgar, which had 33 points.

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Clear Lake boys 4x800 third at state BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER

Clear Lake’s Colton Stahl wrapped up his junior track and field season in style at the WIAA Division 3 Track and field Championships May 31-June 1 at the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse. Stahl placed fourth in the boys’ 300-meter hurdles with a time of 40.30 seconds. He was also a member of the third place 4x800-meter relay team,

along with Adam Loenser, Kincaid Hughes and Isaac Pearson, which finished in a time of 8:14.32. Winning the 300-meter hurdles state championship was Loyal junior Mason Malm with a time of 38.59 seconds. St. Mary Catholic won the 4x800 in a time of 8:08.22. Overall, the Warriors finished in 22nd place of 72 teams to earn points at the state championships. La Crosse Aquinas claimed the team title with 58 points.

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AMERY SCHOOLS Wednesday, June 5– K-5 Breakfast: Breakfast Egg Wrap, Yogurt Parfait, Cereal, Grahams, Fruit Choices, Milk Choice. 6-12 Breakfast: Breakfast Egg Wrap, Yogurt Parfait, Cereal, Cheerio Bar-HS Only, Grahams, Fruit Choices, Milk Choice. Elementary School Lunch: Cheeseburger Meatloaf, Mashed Potatoes, Gravy, Green Peas, Biscuit, Fruit Choices, Garden Bar, Milk Choice. Intermediate School Lunch: Deluxe Nachos, Chicken Fajitas, Refried Beans, Fruit Choices, Garden Bar, Milk Choice. Middle School Lunch: Popcorn Chicken, Bread Slice, Baked Beans, Milk Choice, Mixed Veggies, Fruit Choices, Garden Bar, Fresh Fruit. High School Lunch: Meatball Sub, Corn Dog, Mixed Veggies, Garden Bar, Fresh Fruit, Milk Choice.

Thursday, June 6– K-5 Breakfast: Cinnamon Waffles, Warrior Sandwich, Cereal, String Cheese, Fruit Choices, Milk Choice. 6-12 Breakfast: Cinnamon Waffles, Warrior Sandwich, Cereal, Cheerio Bar-HS Only, String Cheese, Fruit Choices, Milk Choice. Elementary School Lunch: Italian Dunker, Marinara Sauce, Mixed Veggies, Fruit Choices, Garden Bar, Milk Choice, Yogurt Lunch. Intermediate School Lunch: Annual School Cookout! Beef Hot Dog on a Bun, Baked Chips, Watermelon, Fresh Strawberries, Carrot Sticks, M&M/Chocolate Chip Cookie, Milk Choice.

Middle School Lunch: Pepperoni Pizza, Cheese Pizza, Grilled Chicken Sandwich, Green Beans, Fresh Fruit, Garden Bar, Milk Choice. High School Lunch: Chicken Nuggets, Chicken Quesadilla, Brown Rice, Green Beans, Pineapple Chunks, Garden Bar, Fresh Fruit, Milk Choice.

Friday, June 7– K-5 Breakfast: Mini French Toast, UBR, Cereal, Grahams, Fruit Choices, Milk Choice. 6-12 Breakfast: Mini French Toast, UBR, Lemon Blueberry Brekkie, Cereal, Cheerio Bar-HS Only, Grahams, Fruit Choices, Milk Choice. Elementary School Lunch: Annual School Cookout! Beef Hot Dog on a Bun, Fruit Choices, Garden Bar, Original Sunchips, Milk Choice, Mini Ice Cream Sandwich. Intermediate School Lunch: BBQ Pork Sandwich, Chicken Patty on a Bun, Hot Ham & Cheese, Green Beans, Garden Bar, Fruit Choices, Milk Choice. Middle School Lunch: Turkey Sandwich with Cheese, Baked Chips, Carrot Sticks, Apples, Milk Choice. High School Lunch: Pizza Dippers, Italian Dunker, Cheesy Bites, Pizza Calzone, Marinara Sauce, Mixed Veggies, Garden Bar, Fresh Fruit, Sidekick Frozen Fruit, Milk Choice.

CLEAR LAKE SCHOOLS Wednesday, June 5– Elementary breakfast: Breakfast Cereal & Yogurt or Sausage & Cheese Sandwich, Fruit, Fruit Juice, Milk Choice.

Elementary lunch: Hot Ham & Cheese Sandwich or Warrior Burger, French Fries, Vegetables with Dip, Applesauce, Blueberries, Milk Choice. High school breakfast: Cereal, Cook’s Choice, Oatmeal Bar, Cinnamon Roll, Cereal Bar, Yogurt. High school lunch: Hot Ham & Cheese Sandwich or Warrior Burger, Potato Wedges/Cheese Sauce, Steamed Broccoli, Mandarin Oranges, Strawberries, Milk.

Thursday, June 6– Elementary breakfast: Breakfast Cereal or Cinnamon Roll, Cook’s Choice, Fruit Juice, Fruit, Milk Choice. Elementary lunch: Taco in a Bag or Soft-Shell Taco, Fixings, Refried Beans, Sliced Apples, Slushie Fruit Cup, Milk. High school breakfast: Cereal, Yogurt, Muffin, Nutri Grain Bar, “Gripz” Graham Crackers, Cook’s Choice. High school lunch: Tacos, Fixings, Refried Beans, Grapes, Slushie Fruit Cup, Milk Choice.

Friday, June 7– Elementary breakfast: Breakfast Cereal or Oatmeal, Cook’s Choice, Fruit Juice, Fruit, Milk Choice. Elementary lunch: Pizza Steamed Corn, Carrots with Dip, Fruit Cook’s Choice, “Jonny Pop” Fruit Bar, Milk Choice. High school breakfast: Cereal, Cheese Stick, Pop Tart, Cook’s Choice, Cereal Bar, Yogurt. High school lunch: Pizza, Steamed Corn, Vegetables with Dip, Fruit Cook’s Choice, Treat, Milk Choice.

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Senator Tiffany’s statement on hunting fee increases MADISON, Wis. - State Senator Tom Tiffany (R-Minocqua) released this statement after hearing reports of a renewed effort to increase hunting fees: “Conservation Congress Chairman Larry Bonde continues to push for a fee increase on sportsmen and sportswomen despite the Governor not including it in his budget, and the repeated comments from the DNR Secretary that the increases are not needed. During DNR Secretary-nominee Preston Cole’s confirmation meetings, he described the accounts related to the fee increases to me as

‘healthy’ and did not think the fee increases were necessary. In his confirmation public hearing, he reaffirmed that sentiment. “Despite these facts, Mr. Bonde continues to criticize Senate Republicans for being the roadblock to the fee hikes. I remain supportive of the Governor and the DNR Secretary’s position to not include fee increases in the state budget and urge the Conservation Congress to advocate for more opportunity for sportsmen and sportswomen without raising the costs of hunting and fishing in Wisconsin.”

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Frying Eggs for Big Boy BY CARRIE CLASSON

My husband, Peter, decided to make friends with a raven. We have a lot of ravens around our house. Ravens are smart birds and Peter did some research on them. They mate for life and can live to be seventeen years old in the wild. They learn to recognize people and will grow less afraid once they know someone. So, Peter decided he was going to leave small treats on the birdbath every day and Carrie Classon let some raven couple get to know him. At approximately the same time as Peter hatched his plan, we decided to replace one of our two pub chairs. But instead of setting it on the curb where it would have vanished like magic within twenty-four hours, Peter parked the old chair in front of the living room window and starting taking his morning coffee there, watching for ravens. “That chair can’t stay there forever you know,” I reminded him. “Uh huh,” Peter said, ignoring me. First, he put out some noodles I had left over from making lasagna. A very large raven showed up and started eating lasagna. Peter was excited. “Look at that big boy!” Peter exclaimed, and the bird was named Big Boy from then on. Big Boy ate a lot of noodles over the next few days but no Mrs. Big Boy showed up. Peter began to speculate that Big Boy was a widower. “I think he’s all alone,” Peter declared. “Maybe his wife just doesn’t like lasagna,” I argued. Peter shook his head and kept watching. No Mrs. Big Boy arrived and Big Boy lost interest in the noodles once they dried up. “Too hard on his teeth!” Peter explained. “Ravens don’t have teeth!” I protested, unnecessarily.

Then Peter started putting out tortillas. A much smaller pair of ravens showed up and ate a few. Peter dubbed them The Newlyweds. But still no Mrs. Big Boy appeared. Big Boy started burying tortillas in the lawn. “I don’t think he likes tortillas,” Peter decided from the pub chair. By now my husband was spending a lot of time sitting in the living room staring out the window, waiting for his raven experiment to pan out. I was beginning to wonder if we would ever be rid of the old pub chair. I walked into the kitchen one afternoon and saw Peter frying three eggs. “What are you doing?” I asked. “I’m frying eggs for Big Boy.” “Okay.” Big Boy loved eggs, as it turned out, and frying eggs for Big Boy became part of Peter’s routine. Big Boy showed up and ate his eggs, but he always came alone. He also liked salmon skin and leftover shortcake—but did not like strawberries. He picked the strawberries out and lined them up on the edge of the birdbath to communicate his displeasure. In the afternoon, Big Boy sits in the big pine tree overlooking the birdbath and makes loud, deep-throated noises. He has probably been doing that for years, but now we know it’s Big Boy. Peter recognizes Big Boy when he soars high overhead in the warm evening breeze. It is easy to tell it’s Big Boy because, in a world of two-by-two ravens, Big Boy is always alone. Peter is older than me by ten years and the actuary tables say that I will end up alone. But actuary tables lie all the time. Peter watches that big, solitary bird in the sky and I know he feels for him, flying all by himself. “There’s Big Boy!” Peter says, watching the sky. Then he fries another egg. Till next time, Carrie Carrie Classon’s memoir, “Blue Yarn: A Memoir About Loss, Letting Go, & What Happens Next,” was just released. Learn more at CarrieClasson.com.

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Polk-Burnett to hold annual meeting and open house for co-op members CENTURIA â&#x20AC;&#x201C;Polk-Burnett Electric Cooperative will host its 81st annual meeting Friday, June 7. Co-op members are invited to the Centuria office, 1001 State Road 35 for fair-style food, giveaways, activities and prizes. A member appreciation open house will be held from 1 to 3 p.m., followed by the annual meeting from 3 to 4 p.m. Open house activities for all ages include bucket trucks rides, face painting, bean bag toss, lineman selfie photos and a kids electricity station. Guests can meet Polk-Burnettâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Solar Sam mascot and learn about the co-opâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s new SunTuria Solar development. The 10-acre array is the first utility-scale solar in Polk and Burnett counties. Co-op members and guests can also meet their co-op board directors, co-op linemen and employees, as well as representatives from other local cooperatives, including Royal Credit Union and Wisconsin Farmers Union. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The open house is a great

time to ask questions and learn about your electric service and the benefits of co-op membership,â&#x20AC;? said Polk-Burnett General Manager Steve Stroshane. The first 1,000 adults to register at Polk-Burnettâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s June 7 annual meeting and member appreciation day will receive an insulated tote bag, and the first 100 kids will receive a $5 DQ gift card. Food will be served from 1 to 3 p.m. Join us for root beer floats, kettle corn, mini donuts, cheese curds and BBQ pork sliders provided by local food trucks. All members who attend will be entered into a prize drawing for a 32â&#x20AC;? LED television, a 32GB Wi-Fi iPad, plus one of 10 $50 electric bill credits. Winners will be randomly selected from all who register. The annual meeting will begin at 3 p.m. We invite you to stay for the 2019 state-of-the-cooperative report by Board President Ed Gullickson and General Man-

ager Steve Stroshane, a Q & A member forum and results of the 2019 board election in districts 4, 5 and 6. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We look forward to gathering with co-op members to share our appreciation,â&#x20AC;? said Polk-Burnett Board President Ed Gullickson. â&#x20AC;&#x153;As a co-op, Polk-Burnett exists to serve you, and this is your chance to get to know your co-op directors and employees, learn about co-op performance and provide feedback. We are always looking to improve our service to you and your family.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;The cooperative was established 81 years ago in 1938 with lines, poles and the notion we all prosper by helping each other. Today, that cooperative spirit continues. We hope youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll join us Friday, June 7,â&#x20AC;? added Gullickson. Annual meeting and open house guests are asked to enter Polk-Burnett on the north side of the building. Registration begins at 1 p.m. For more information, call 800-421-0283.

Amery Hospital & Clinic hosts 31st annual golf classic fundraiser Amery, Wis. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Amery Hospital & Clinic Foundation will host its 31st annual Golf Classic and Social Fundraiser Friday, July 12 at Amery Golf Club. The foundation aims to raise $35,000 at the event for the hospitalâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Behavioral Health Center, which provides patients experiencing mental health conditions with a comfortable, healing and caring environment. For more than three decades, the golf classic has raised money for Amery area community health needs. Funds raised have purchased a van that picks up patients for clinic appointments if they have no other transportation; supported the PowerUp for Kids program that works to eliminate childhood obesity; and helped support the Make It OK program that strives to reduce the stigma around mental illness. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Through the years, we have had incredible support from the community for this important fundraiser,â&#x20AC;? said Joanne Jackson, executive director of Amery Hospital & Clinic Foundation. â&#x20AC;&#x153;No matter what the ask is for this fundraiser, the community is generous.â&#x20AC;? This yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s beneficiary, the Behavioral Health Center, provides four primary services: an inpatient short-stay program for adults; structured outpatient program; outpatient counseling for ages 5 and older; and an outpatient program for people with alcohol and other substance abuse conditions. Cost for the golf event is $100 and includes lunch, golf, cart, dinner, games and awards. Learn more and register by June 28 by calling 715-268-0303.

AMERY COMMUNITY EDUCATION Pre-register and learn more through Amery Community Ed online at www.amerysd.k12. wi.us or by calling 715-268-9771 x220.

Softball Skills & Drills Camp for girls completing grades 4-8. June 17-20 from 1-4 pm. $55, pre-register through Community Ed.

Hunter Education â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Three classes available: June 17-21 from 8:30-11:30 am; June 17-21 from 12:30-3:30 pm; June 24-28 from 8:30-11:30 am. $10, pre-register through Community Ed.

Basketball Skills & Drills Camp for boys & girls completing grades 3-8. July 15-18. Girls 8:3011:30 am. Boys 1:30-4:30 pm. $75, pre-register through Community Ed.

Junior Golf for boys & girls completing grades K-9 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Lessons and course time on Mondays in June & July and Jr. Tournament August 4. $40, pre-register through Community Ed.

Volleyball 1on1 Camp at AHS for girls completing grades 5-11. Completing grades 8-11 on July 8, 9 & 10 from 8 a - 6 p; $180 for Amery players or $220 for non-Amery. Completing grades 5-7 on July 8 & 10 from 6:30-8 pm; $25. Register online https://tshq. bluesombrero.com/ameryvolleyball. Do not register through Community Ed.

Tennis Clinic for boys & girls completing grades 5-11. June 10-14. Boys 8:30-10 am. Girls 1011:30 am. $35, pre-register through Community Ed. Tennis League for High School boys & girls â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Tuesdays, June 11-July 9 from 6-7 p. $15, pre-register through Community Ed. Tennis League for Youth completing grades 5-8 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Mondays, June 10-July 8 from 6-7 pm. $30, pre-register through Community Ed.

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Polk County EDC award winners recognized Balsam Lake, WI–The Polk County Economic Development Corporation’s Annual Awards Banquet was held Tuesday, May 21st, at BrowTine Restaurant and Event Center in Amery. The banquet is held each year to recognize the economic and community contributions of local businesses. This year, the event included Technical Education students from the high schools of Luck, Frederic, Osceola and Webster. Approximately 120 people attended the program where awards were presented by State Senator Patty Schachtner, Assembly Person Gae Magnafici and Assembly Person Rob Stafsholt. In addition, letters of congratulations were delivered from U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin and Congressman Sean Duffy. Also, in attendance were several representatives from various economic development organizations, the West Central Wisconsin Regional Planning Commission, County Tourism, Workforce Resource and CESA 11. Prior to the award presentations, Vince Netherland, Executive Director of the Polk County EDC, highlighted the economic progress made in Polk County over the past year. Specifically, he mentioned the new WITC Outreach Center in Balsam Lake, continued expansion of Broadband service, a county-wide housing study that is getting underway this June, and various business expansions and relocations to Polk County. Another aspect of this program was the emphasis on the County’s young people and their success in developing much-needed technical and trade skills. Students and teachers from local schools displayed the skills and products developed in their school’s technical classes. Roy Ward, Technical Education Teacher and leader of Tiger Tech Manufacturing (a business run by Webster Students) was the featured speaker. His message to the attendees was to support our local schools in

training students in important technical, trade, and business skills. The result will be the creation of a vital pipeline of future workers and business owners. AWARD WINNERS Agriculture Award: Recognizing the impact of agriculture in Polk County and its importance to the local economy and job opportunities. Winner: CRYSTAL BALL FARMS DAIRY Family-owned and operated by Troy and Barb DeRosier, Crystal Ball Farms Dairy produces the freshest and highest quality products available. Milk, Cheese, hamburger and eggs are sold on-site and at near-by stores. They control all aspects of their products from growing the crops that the cows eat to processing the milk right on their farm. The DeRosiers provide leadership in their community by directing attention and resources toward individuals with special needs. They employ special needs workers and host an annual ‘Special Kids’ event on their farm near Osceola. Their business is also a learning adventure for school children and families by offering tours that teach visitors about the many facets of operating a farm. In March 2018, their cow barn and creamery were destroyed by fire, but they have been rebuilt and are fully operational in 2019. Business Service Award: Recognizing excellent business performance along with providing significant contributions toward the betterment of the community and others. Winner: 300 Club Bowling Alley and Event Center Formerly known as Hacker’s Lanes, a group of business people led by Tim Vasatka, purchased the deteriorating bowling alley and event center and began remodeling and enhancing it to

make it a center of activity in Frederic. By bringing new life to the 300 Club, this ownership group is providing a place for families and friends to gather for socializing and sport. The newly renovated 300 Club’s Event Center, located upstairs, is a valuable resource for fundraising and community involvement including events that have raised money for the local library, youth sports, and numerous other charitable causes. The owners, Tim Vasatka, Randy Carey, Beau Carey, and Dave Carey invested their time and money to create a vibrant place for youths and adults to socialize and support the citizens and organizations of Frederic. Public Partnership Award (Two given): Recognizing a public/government entity that partners with private enterprise and generates significant benefits to Polk County. Winner 1: Dennis and Jeannette Frandsen and the Frandsen Family Foundation In addition to achieving incredible business success through the Frandsen Corporation’s entrepreneurial holding company, Dennis and Jeanette Frandsen are leaders in giving back to their communities. They consistently demonstrate a strong commitment to Polk County through their charitable giving and enterprises, including Frandsen Bank & Trust located in Luck. In an incredible gesture, Mr. and Mrs. Frandsen announced last year that the Foundation would offer full two-year scholarships plus an allowance for books to any 2019 Luck High School graduate who attends technical college. This gift allows young people, who may not otherwise have the opportunity, to pursue higher education and develop much-needed skills. This gift contributes not only to the well-being of Polk County’s youth, but also to the Polk County business community and their growing need for skilled workers and

leaders. Winner 2: Wisconsin Indianhead Technical College (WITC) WITC is a top-ranked college serving the northwest region of Wisconsin with multiple locations, including their new Outreach Center in Balsam Lake. They offer a variety of certificates available to earn in many different fields that are valued in Polk County and throughout the country. The school is committed to bringing programs to Polk County, with a focus on providing technical training needed by local companies. The new WITC location in Balsam Lake enables citizens throughout the county to start their advanced education close to home and have access to WITC services without the commute to campus. Business of the Year: Recognizing excellence in business performance along with its contribution to Polk County and its citizens. Winner: AFP advanced food products AFP advanced food products, located in Clear Lake, produces and packages food in today’s competitive and health-conscious environment. The company has a reputation as a manufacturer that is reliable, responsive, friendly and accessible. It is also known as a terrific employer with 160 employees and the company experiences very little turnover. AFP advanced food products is recognized as an excellent corporate citizen due in part to its contributions to local organizations, youth, and community infrastructure. It also actively engages the local schools and colleges to promote manufacturing careers that enable people to support their families and their future in the Clear Lake area. In addition, the company is currently expanding with a new warehouse being built in Clear Lake. Congratulations to all of the award winners and to all businesses in Polk County.

Xcel Energy to end coal use in Upper Midwest CONTRIBUTED XCEL ENERGY

Xcel Energy announced plans today to retire its last two coal plants in the Upper Midwest a decade earlier than scheduled. The acceleration of the coal closures is another milestone in the company’s clean energy transition that includes expanding wind and solar, using cleaner natural gas and operating its carbon-free Monticello nuclear plant until at least 2040. The plan outlines a path to make the transition while ensuring reliability and keeping costs low for customers. As part of this plan, the company has reached an agreement with a coalition of environmental and labor organizations on key elements of the plan relating to its coal, solar and natural gas plans. These plans are part of the proposed Upper Midwest Energy Plan, which the company will submit for approval to the Minnesota Public Utilities Commission in July. If approved, the plan would lead to a more than 80% reduction in carbon emissions in the region by 2030, compared to 2005, a key stepping stone toward the company achieving its vision to provide customers 100% carbon-free electricity by 2050. Key milestones in the company’s industry-leading clean energy transition include: · 2022 – Completion of the company’s largest-ever wind expansion, adding 1,850 megawatts of wind. At that point, more than 30% of customers’ energy in the Upper Midwest will come from wind. · 2030 – More than 50% of our customers’ energy in the region will be from renewables, as the transition continues with: - Closure in 2030 of our final coal plant in the region,

the Sherco 3 plant, following the closure of the Allen S. King goal plant in 2028. - A major expansion of solar energy, with more than 3,000 megawatts of new universal solar added by 2030. “This is a significant step forward as we are on track to reduce carbon emissions more than 80% by 2030 and transform the way we deliver energy to our customers,” said Chris Clark, president, Xcel Energy – Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota. “Accelerating the closure of our coal plants and leading this clean energy transition would not be possible without the dedication and support of our key stakeholders. We thank them for their work to put us on a path to deliver 100% carbon-free electricity by 2050.” AGREEMENT WITH COALITION OF GROUPS While the company prepared its long-term plan, it also worked closely with a coalition of groups*, including environmental and labor organizations on an agreement to close its two remaining coal plants in the region. Additional elements of the agreement include increased commitment to solar energy, energy efficiency, consideration of local job impacts in connection with future renewable additions, and purchasing a natural gas plant, the Mankato Energy Center. “Clean energy and economic vitality are critically important to our communities and we appreciate the leadership and collaboration from this coalition of groups in reaching this agreement,” said Clark. “We look forward to continued partnership as this agreement is reviewed by the Minnesota Public Utilities Commission.”

COMMITMENT TO COMMUNITIES, CUSTOMERS AND EMPLOYEES Xcel Energy’s proposed plans come with a commitment to helping its employees and the communities that host its plants make a successful transition to cleaner energy. The company expects to manage the transition through attrition, retirements and retraining for employees who take other jobs within the company. It will also work closely with the Monticello community as it seeks to continue the use of the Monticello nuclear plant until at least 2040. That process requires approvals at state and federal levels. “Our employees are the reason we are able to deliver reliable service to our customers,” said Clark. “Over the next decade, we will work closely with them and our plant host communities to ensure a successful transition. We have been on our clean energy journey for more than a decade and have a track record of making the transition with a strong focus on our employees and communities.” The company’s plan is also designed to ensure that customers’ bills stay low. As Xcel Energy moves forward on its clean energy vision, it believes it can reach its carbon-reduction goals outlined in the plan while keeping customer bills at or below the rate of inflation. Retiring coal, adding renewables and extending the use of nuclear energy is the fastest way to deliver carbon reductions at the lowest cost. Xcel Energy has worked collaboratively with stakeholders including business, community and environmental groups to shape its Upper Midwest Energy Plan over the past 18 months. That plan will be formally submitted to for consideration with the Minnesota Public Utilities Commission on July 1, 2019.

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GARDEN VARIETY

What are all these succulents I see? BY JULIE KUEHL

Succulents seem to be this year’s “special” plants. Succulents are popular for two main reasons (1) they are beautiful and (2) they are almost indestructible. Succulents are some of the most diverse plants. They can range from paddle leaves, to rosettes, to trailing columns of teardrop shaped leaves. Many people think succulents can only be grown in a dessert environment. While it is true that some will not withstand our Midwest winters, there are many that can. They can also be Garden grown in containers and treated much like annuals. There are Variety many winter varieties that I have Julie Kuehl, seen referred to as sedem. Also the old fashioned chick and hens are a Polk County form of succulent. Master Gardener All succulents whether winter hardy or warm climate will require similar planting needs. They will require strong southern light (whether planted outside or in your home). If they don’t have enough light you will see the plants become misshaped and elongated. Succulents do not like to be over watered and will develop root rot. Allow the soil to dry to nearly arid and then give them a thorough soaking. Succulents should be potted or planted in a good draining soil mixture. Succulents should be fed much the same as any container or garden. Succulents can be displayed in fun and creative ways. The main rule to remember when choosing a container for displaying your succulents is good drainage. Remember they don’t like their feet wet. If you want to use a fun vintage container you want to find a liner insert to catch excess water and plant actual succulent in a clay pot. Then cover any exposed are with moss. The sky is the limit for containers for succulents from boots to shells to old glassware. As long as you make sure there is good drainage. As the summer progresses keep tuning in for more ideas and helpful hints. If you need an answer to a question or have an idea let me know at gardenvarietycolumn@gmail.com. Until next time keep playing in the dirt it will make you feel great!

ADRC Annual Centenarian Search Do you know someone who was born in or before 1919? Each year the ADRC of Northwest Wisconsin recognizes and celebrates Polk and Burnett County Centenarians—individuals who are 100 years of age and older. Last year we recognized 26 centenarians total! All centenarians are recognized at the Polk and Burnett County Centenarian Celebrations, and featured in The Voice, in the local newspapers and at all of the Polk and Burnett County fairs. Stay tuned for the date, time and location of this year’s third annual Burnett County Centenarian Celebration! Please contact Carrie at the ADRC of Northwest Wisconsin at 877-485-2372 if you know someone who was born in 1919 or before and would like to be recognized and celebrated.

Jason Whitley nominated and accepted as 2019 AIOLC's 10 Best Workers' Compensation Attorney in Wisconsin for client satisfaction The American Institute Of Legal Counsel has recognized the exceptional performance of Wisconsin’s Workers' Compensation Attorney Jason Whitley as 2019 10 Best Legal Counsel for Client Satisfaction. The American Institute Of Legal Counsel is a third-party attorney rating organization that publishes an annual list of Top 10 Workers' Compensation Attorney in each state. Attorneys who are selected to the "10 Best" list must pass AIOLC's rigorous selection pro-

cess, which is based on client and/ or peer nominations, thorough research, and AIOLC’s independent evaluation. AIOLC's annual list was created to be used as a resource for clients during the attorney selection process. One of the most significant aspects of the selection process involves attorneys' relationships and reputation among his or her clients. As clients should be an attorney's top priority, AIOLC places the utmost emphasis on se-

lecting lawyers who have achieved significant success in the field of Workers’ Compensation without sacrificing the service and support they provide. Selection criteria therefore focus on attorneys who demonstrate the highest standards of Client Satisfaction. We congratulate Jason Whitley on this achievement and we are honored to have him as a 2019 AIOLC Member. You can contact Jason Whitley directly at: 715-268-6130

Space Bingo for your chance to win prizes. Check program guide or website for dates.

Tuesday, June 18th @ 5:30 PM: Chad Lewis: UFO Wisconsin Each year hundreds of people witness something in the sky they can't explain. This program looks at some of the most amazing UFO encounters WI has to offer.

AMERY AREA PUBLIC LIBRARY Summer Reading Is Coming! Registration for this summer's reading program, A Universe of Stories, begins Monday, June 10. Read or listen to books this summer and track your time to earn prizes and a free book! Family Performance Series: Get ready for some fun and exciting family shows this summer! The library will be hosting lots of great performers: Wildlife Science Center, Rocket Into Reading (The Magic of Isaiah), The LEGO Guy, ScienceTellers, PowerUp, Launch & Light, and COMPAS Teaching Artist Afoutayi. Check our website or program guide for more information. Some performances require registration. Check our program guide or website for more information, including dates, times, location, and registration info. Pipsqueak Plutos Storytime: Babies & Toddlers (Mondays 10:30). Starting June 10. Stories, fingerplays, rhymes, and songs for babies & toddlers. Weather permitting, storytime will be outside on the grassy area behind the library. In inclement weather, we'll be in the storytime room. Summer Feeding Program: Kids & Teens (Mondays). Enjoy a free picnic lunch at the library! More details coming soon! This program is made possible by the Amery School District. Yoga for Kids: All ages (Wednesdays 9:30). Starting June 19. Stretch your muscles and calm your mind with yoga for ids. Yoga mats provided by the library for use during the program. Mini Martians Storytime: Ages 3-6 (Wednesdays 10:30). Starting June 12. Let your imagination soar with stories, rhymes, songs, and a fun, space-themed craft. Big Dipper Game Day: Board Games: All ages (Thursday, June 13, 10 am). A variety of board games will be available for you to play. We'll have board games for toddlers up through teens. Space Bingo: All ages (Some Fridays 10 am). Try your luck at

Teen Movies & Pizza: Teens Grades 6-12 (Some Fridays 3 pm). Hang out, eat pizza, and watch a movie! Check our program guide or website for dates & movie info. Registration required. Register on our website amerylibrary.org/ teens. 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten and Baby Book Bees These ongoing early literacy initiatives encourage families to establish a strong foundation of reading in young children. Visit the library to sign up for the program that is right for your child. Books & Brews: Thursday, June 6th, 6 PM at Amery Ale Works: Join us for a great book discussion! This month we're reading Visiting Tom by Michael Perry. Copies available at the library. Author Visit: Micheal Tideman: Friday, June 7th, 3-5 PM at the Amery Area Public Library. Join us as author Micheal Tideman discusses his book, Letters From Elk City. The novel is a historical romance based on the Oregon Coast and in the American South. Third Thursday: Constellation String Art Thursday,June 20th, 5:30 PM-7 PM at the Amery Area Public Library. This month we're making Constellation String Art! We'll paint and draw constellations on wood boards, and finish the project off with string art. The class is FREE but registration is required-go to our website to register. Summer Learning Program for Adults: Registration for the Adult Summer Reading Program opens on June 10th! Sign up at the Circulation Desk or on our website, and enter to win prizes all summer long. All entries are eligible for a Grand Prize. The Amery Area Public Library is also hosting three stellar programs related to this year's theme: A Universe of Stories! All are FREE EVENTS with NO REGISTRATION required.

Wednesday, July 31st @ 5:30 PM: The Man Who Painted the Universe Follow the story of Frank A. Kovac, Jr. from his childhood fascination with stargazing to repeated attempts to build his own planetarium in the North Woods of Wisconsin. Thursday, August 8th @ 5:30 PM, Women Who Stargaze: Be inspired by the women who persisted as astronomers and how they shaped our view of the Cosmos. Book discussion group The Friends of the Library Book Discussion Group meets on the third Monday of the month at 1:30 PM. The title for June is Curious Charms of Arthur Pepper by Phaedra Patrick. Book sales The Friends of the Library Book Sale will be held on Saturday, July 6th from 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM. There will be no sale on Thursday (July 4th) due to the Independence Day Holiday. Friends The Friends of the Amery Area Public Library Foundation meets on the third Monday of the month at 4:30 PM. Meetings are open to all members and to the public. E-books, e-audiobooks and digital magazines Your MORE library card gives you access to the Overdrive collection of e-books, e-audiobooks, and streaming videos; the Freading collection of e-books; and the Flipster downloadable magazine collection. Check out the website Check out the library website at amerylibrary.org, or find us on Facebook at facebook.com/amerylibrary. Hours Library hours are Monday through Thursday 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM, Friday 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM, and Saturday 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM

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Clear Lake Elementary School PTO received a $1,464 grant from Polk-Burnett’s Operation Round Up for playground equipment. L-R: Elementary Principal Chris Petersen; Marci Meyer, PTO president and school librarian; Rebekah Lindner and Diana Martinson, Polk-Burnett Electric Cooperative; Lisa Derosier; Clear Lake PTO; Gary Ganje, Operation Round Up board president; and Jackie Van Heuklom, Polk-Burnett Electric Cooperative. In the background are elementary students on playground equipment.

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The Clear Lake Museum received a $1,000 grant from Polk-Burnett’s Operation Round Up for its military display. L-R: Diana Martinson and Rebekah Lindner, Polk-Burnett Electric Cooperative; Virginia and Douglas Cahow, museum board of directors; Jackie Van Heuklom, Polk-Burnett Electric Cooperative, and Gary Ganje, Operation Round Up board president. In the background are lifesize mannequins wearing military uniforms.

25 local programs receive $21,500 from Polk-Burnett’s Operation Round Up CENTURIA – Thanks to the support of co-op members, Clear Lake Elementary School, Clear Lake Museum and other nonprofits received a financial boost this quarter. Polk-Burnett’s Operation Round Up awarded $21,500 to 25 programs that serve our community at its April 3, 2019, meeting. Funding for Operation Round Up is donated by members of Polk-Burnett Electric Cooperative who round their monthly electric bill up to the next even dollar amount. Grant recipients are selected quarterly by a committee of coop members, with financial donations awarded to nonprofit organizations that improve our local quality of life. “Polk-Burnett is pleased to support many worthy programs through Operation Round Up, and we thank our members for their participation and generosity. Together, we are making a difference in our community,” said Polk-Burnett General Manager Steve

Stroshane. Grant recipients for spring 2019 are: 1. Polk County Agriculture Educators Association, $500, tractor safety course 2. Osceola FFA, $500, ag education tent at Polk County Fair 3. Skonewood Christian Retreat, $1,000, update electrical service at campground 4. Clear Lake Parent Teacher Organization, $1,464, new playground equipment 5. Frederic Elementary School, $500, Explore Wisconsin theme unit 6. Osceola School District Family Challenge, $250, incentives for families 7. Lake Country Pedalers, $900, signs for Keizer Lake Trails 8. Amery Area Food Pantry, $1,500, food, personal care and household items 9. Friends of Wisconsin Interstate Park, $1,000, digital projector system 10. Community Referral Agency,

$1,000, playground equipment 11. Luck School District, $600, new stove for family and consumer science room 12. Clear Lake Museum, $1,000, military display 13. Polk County Community Services, Behavioral Health, $250, incentives for clients 14. Fishbowl United Sportsmen’s Club, $836, camping tents for local scout troop 15. Quarter Moon Acres Equine Therapy, $1,000, instructor training 16. Luck Area Historical Society, $1,000, new chairs for community programs 17. Frederic Middle School, $500, social-emotional learning curriculum 18. Yellow Lake Food Distribution, $1,500, food for distribution to local families 19. Burnett County Family Literacy, $1,000, children’s books and magazines

20. St. Croix Falls Food Shelf, $1,500, food for distribution to local families 21. Burnett County Medical Examiner, $800, Narcan to protect medical examiner from opioid exposure 22. Luck School Garden, $400, seeds, plants, bulbs and wood for raised garden beds 23. St. Croix Valley Orchestra, $1,000, new music 24. Humane Society of Burnett County, $1,000, volunteer supplies 25. St. Croix Falls Public Library, $500, summer reading program for youth Nonprofit organizations interested in applying for a grant or co-op members who’d like to round their bill up in support of Operation Round Up may contact 800-421-0283 or polkburnett. com. The next application deadline is June 1.

Your Mighty Word As I search look and do find out more Those of great meanings words defeat my mind Indeed I’ll ask for more wisdom so to adore What my Lord has presently to explain. No need to be in the dark best be in the light For one always shining of facial emotions He unfolds anoints every way begin alright. See the difference done of your mighty Word You read to improve and experience all you can Likely be a scholar in your own accord So now you help others and they shall learn.

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May Warrior Way winners Back Row: Ben Frank, McKinzie Wiesender, Tucker Ridlon, Carter Sorensen, Regan Granica, Sam Trandum, Mason Lee. Front Row: Garrett Becker, Cooper Lehnartz, Liam Ziegler, Lillee Steen, Emmy Yeske, Kaysee Yzermans, Krista Markee, Estella Chaves. Not pictured were the May BIG Winners: Cooper Lehnartz, Emmy Yeske, Carter Sorensen and Mason Lee.

Remember Lord is your light and your way An he does it besides performs well for you Anyway do believe his Word divinely every day Do learn now how his ways directly concern us. Ask in determination for promises Lord does give His desires for man and all have joy in heart to live. By Al Tosland • January 19, 2019

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It’s Rodeo Still time to be part of Lifelong Singers! Time!! The St. Croix Valley PRCA Rodeo, brings top notch RAM Rodeo to the St. Croix County Fairgrounds, Glenwood City, June 14 & 15 with 7:30 pm performances once again! Gates will open at 4:30pm and the performances will take place rain or shine. No rodeo would be complete without Rodeo Royalty and this year's St. Croix Valley PRCA Rodeo Queen is Kylee Burdick from Barron, WI. Kylee, a graduate of Rice Lake High School will be attending Chippewa Valley Tech for animal science with an emphasis on nutrition. Kylee has been active at the local, state and national levels in FFA & 4-H. Assisting Kylee is Rodeo Princess Teresa Mark from Beldenville, WI. Teressa, a sophomore at the University of Wisconsin-Stout, is majoring in hospitality and golf enterprise management. Both women actively compete in a wide variety of equine disciplines. A special feature of this year’s rodeo is the pageant for the 2020 Miss Rodeo Wisconsin! Pageant events on Friday, June 14 include horsemanship at 6 p.m. Events on Saturday, June 15, include the fashion show at 2 p.m. and the coronation during the Saturday evening rodeo performance. Both the fashion show and the horsemanship contest are open to the public. Beatris Romo, Wilson, is a local candidate for Miss Rodeo Wisconsin 2020. In addition to the thrill of watching professional cowboys compete on the rough stock furnished by the famed Barnes Rodeo Stock Company, there are added attractions for the entire family, particularly junior wranglers which include muttin bustin’, sponsored by Bernard’s Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM, testing the ability of junior wranglers to ride sheep. Each night, starting at 4:30, there will be a buck off for all entrants who must be 5 or older and weigh 55#s or less. The top 10 entrants in the buck off will compete in the rodeo performance. Winners of the event receive an engraved western buckle. (While helmets are provided, entrants are encouraged to bring their own bicycle or equivalent helmet.) In addition to muttin bustin’, youth can participate in the nickel scramble and stick rodeo. Fantasy Corral is bringing their collection of exotic petting animals and, for a charge, offering pony rides. Be sure to come by 4:30 pm to take full advantage of the junior wrangler competition. As part of the Rodeo, Trent McFarland, “Comical Barrel Man & Rodeo Clown” is the feature act. Trent, “has over 21 years of experience at entertaining crowds with his quick wit, crows interaction and high energy”. The St. Croix County fair board and Dean LeMay, chairman of the rodeo committee, extend a warm welcome to all of our guests, in particular current and former military members who, with valid ID, receive a $2 discount at the gate. Dean wants everyone to know that the show will go on rain or shine, "nothing is more fun than watching bronc riding, steer wrestling & bull riding in the mud!" For details and advance discount tickets, visit www.gorodeo.org. Tickets can be purchased locally at these local establishments: Bernard’s Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM, Doyle’s Farm & Home, Angel’s Pet World - Hudson, Family Fresh of Hudson and New Richmond, area WESTconsin Credit Unions, Hiawatha National Bank, and Nilssen’s Market of Clear Lake and Glenwood City. NOTE: discount advance ticket sales end at noon, Wed., June 13.

There is one more scheduled rehearsal for anyone interested in becoming part of the area’s first dementia friendly community choir, the St. Croix Valley Lifelong Singers. The volunteer choir is directed by Hudson’s Bobbi Pominville and will make its debut performance at the Music by Heart community sing-along taking place at 1:00 p.m. on Sunday, June 9 at Hudson’s Lakefront Park. The program will include old favorites like America the Beautiful, You are My Sunshine and Happy Trails. The final rehearsal will take place on Thursday, June 6, from 6-7 p.m. at both Bethel Lutheran Church on Third Street in Hudson and Amery Congregational Church. The choir is open to all ages and abilities; everyone is welcome to attend the rehearsals but attendance is not necessary to participate with the choir at the Music by Heart event. Nancy Abrahamson, Dementia Care Specialist with the St. Croix County Aging and Disability Resource Center, explained that music plays a special role with those affected by memory loss. “Music is the language of the soul and a habit we form early in life, often before birth, which feeds us even into the end stages of dementia. At times those in the end stages of the disease do not speak, but they can sing when prompted with a melody. Wisconsin’s goal is to

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encourage people to remain active in spite of a dementia diagnosis so they will retain function longer and not be isolated. And music exercises both sides of the brain which practically no other activities do.” The choir is one of several initiatives of the Dementia Friendly Communities Coalition (DFCC). The DFCC is comprised of community members from Pierce, St. Croix and Polk counties. Supported by

the ADRC of St. Croix County and the St. Croix Valley Foundation, the Coalition is working to make communities more dementia friendly. To learn more about the DFCC or Life Long Singers, contact Angie Pilgrim at apilgrim@scvfoundation.org. For more information about dementia and support and services available, contact Dementia Care Specialist Nancy Abrahamson at the ADRC at Nancy. Abrahamson@sccwi.gov

Strawberry Shortcake featured at the Soo Line Depot/Museum Saturday, June 15, during Frederic Family Days FREDERIC--The Frederic Area Historical Society will be serving its signature strawberry shortcake on Sat., June 15, from 10:00 a.m. through mid-afternoon. Shortcake and other options from Frederic’s own Northwoods Bakery will be featured! One of several annual fundraising efforts to help offset the costs of keeping the museum open to the public, to tell the story of Frederic’s past, the strawberry shortcake cake event has become a popular part of Frederic Family Days. Many families make it a regular stop during Family Days. Money raised from the donations for strawberry shortcake was used last year to offset the cost of replacing the shingles on the 1885 Log Cabin and the original Frederic Library, currently part of the museum’s permanent collection. Proceeds from this year’s fundraisers will be used to improve the Veteran’s display, replace the sign, and as always with historical collections, there is an ongoing need for maintenance. The Frederic Soo Line Depot is the last of its kind in this area from what was once the major pipeline of commerce through more than half of the last century--the railroad. When the Soo Line abandoned rail service through Frederic in 1989, the village acquired the depot and restored it with federal transportation enhancement grants as a rest stop on the Gandy Dancer State Trail and a

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museum of local history. Frederic Area Historical Society members will be on hand to share the history of Frederic. The Depot/ Museum is open 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., weekends and some holidays from Memorial Day weekend through leaf season in the fall. There is no admission fee to tour the museum or other displays including Frederic’s first Library, a log cabin from the late 1800’s, and a 1970’s Soo Line wide-vision caboose, number 137. If you are interested in preserving and sharing the history of this area,

the Frederic Area Historical Society is always need of new members and volunteers to be hosts at the museum. For more information please call 715327-4158. Check out museum pictures at www.fredericwi.com State Trail Passes, required for bicycle riders on the Gandy Dancer State Trail, 16 years of age and older, are available at the depot and 24/7 at a self registration box near the trail.

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2019 Badger Girls State Delegates Seventy-Sixth Session June, 2019 What is American Legion Auxiliary Badger Girls State? It is promoted as a government and leadership conference where the entire delegation will become a fifty-first state and will function according to the laws of the State of Wisconsin. Each day will focus on the various aspects of state government, God & Country and will include daily prayers. Other days at Girls State will be given to the various activities of government. Girls State is not a recreational program. It is a school of government training for which the girl has been selected by her school and the local Unit. She should come prepared to apply herself diligently to the program as it is scheduled. The citizens are divided into political parties, the Federalists and Nationalists. They develop their own party platforms and formulate their own issues. The girls "learn by doing" as they function on city, county and state levels by electing officials in the manner prescribed by regular election procedures and conducting business on those levels. Every girl is encouraged to participate in some level of the governmental process.

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The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier replica built by Amery company Doors of Distinction LLC was delivered to Fort Snelling and will stay to be appreciated by the many who visit the area. Veterans pictured with the replica are: David Porter, Doug Gunderson, Bill Hegg and George Howard.

Do YOU need a Mammogram or Pap test but can’t afford it? The Wisconsin Well Woman Program may be able to help you! The Wisconsin Well Woman Program (WWWP) helps eligible women get free breast and cervical cancer screenings, such as mammograms, clinical breast exams, pap tests, and other follow-up tests. Over the course of a lifetime, one in eight women (12%) will be diagnosed with breast cancer. As women age, their risk increases. Women with close relatives who have breast cancer have a higher risk of getting breast cancer. You may qualify for the Wisconsin Well Woman Program if: • You are a woman, aged 45-65; or 35-44 with breast symptoms or concerns. • You do not have health insurance, or your insurance policy has a high deductible for screenings and tests. • Your income is within the guidelines. For example; a single person with an annual gross income of $31,225 or under would qualify for the program. And a family size of 2 with an annual gross income of $42,275 or under would also qualify. If your family size is 3 or greater, please contact your coordinator for additional family member guidelines. Even if you do not qualify for help from the WWWP, there are steps women can take to help maintain optimal health: • Stay at a healthy weight. • Exercise regularly. • Limit alcohol consumption. • Eat nutritious food. • Don’t start to smoke; but if you do smoke, you can get help quitting by calling the Wisconsin Tobacco Quit Line at 1-800-784-8669. • Have regular breast and cervical cancer screenings. For more information about the Wisconsin Well Women Program, please call Jill Johnson at the Polk County Health Department at (715) 485-8500.

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Peyton Lillie and Natalie Kreier.

Thank You to everyone who joined us for the 24th Annual Amery Trail Days! Also thank you to:

AFP Crew - Tom, Diane, Nicole, Jamie, Cathy, Pam, April

It was a beautiful day!

• Bremer Bank • Polk County Sportsmen’s Club • Amery Fire Department • Amery EMS • City of Amery • Amery Woman’s Club • Fantasy Corral

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Progressive Agriculture Safety Day selected as recipient of the National Safety Council’s Green Cross Safety Advocacy Award BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — Outstanding achievements in safety were recognized at the Green Cross for Safety Awards celebration held on May 16 at the Swissotel in Chicago. Progressive Agriculture Safety Day®, a program of the Progressive Agriculture Foundation®, took home the National Safety Council’s Green Cross Safety Advocate Award. This prestigious award recognizes the advancement of evidence-based best practices to raise awareness or change policy to prevent further injuries and deaths. The annual celebration of safety, put on by the National Safety Council, brings together mission-driven advocates, safety professionals, corporations and government officials from around the country with the common goal of creating a safer world. “To be recognized with a National Safety Council Award is validation of the hard work by many in the name of safety, both inside and outside the organizational setting,” says Amy K. Harper, PhD, CSP, SMS director of workplace strategy and consulting operations, National Safety Council. “Those dedicated to safety as a profession are passionate

advocates for improvement and are skilled leaders and listeners. It is our hope that recognition of excellence in safety will not only encourage other companies to emulate what works, but provide a benchmark and inspiration for what is possible.” The Progressive Agriculture Foundation was recognized for its recent project with the Central States Center for Agricultural Safety and Health and the University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Public Health called Creating Enduring Resources for Farm Safety Education. This program provided Progressive Agriculture Safety Day coordinators with a collection of digital resources highlighting various safety topics, as well as instructions on how to build props to effectively demonstrate proper farm and health safety strategies to children at Progressive Agriculture Safety Day events. The Green Cross Safety Advocate Award was sponsored by FirstGroup, a leading provider of transport services in the UK and North America. Brian Kuhl, chief executive officer, and Jana Davidson, education content specialist,

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accepted the award on behalf of the Progressive Agriculture Foundation. “Looking back to the early 1990s, the foundation for our program began,” shared Kuhl. “Jack Odle, then the editor-in-chief of The Progressive Farmer magazine, became frustrated writing about heartbreaking incidents causing injury and death among farmers and farm families, which were shared through the magazine’s series called ‘Our Deadly Harvest.’ Jack vowed to lead an effort to help reduce these occurrences, gathering several agricultural safety and health professionals to make a positive change.” “This is a recognition of the past 25 years of growth and a rallying cry for the next 25 — a step that brings us closer to our vision of living in a world where no child will ever become ill, suffer an injury or die from farm, ranch or rural activities,” said Kuhl. Other award recipients included Nationwide, which took home the Safety Excellence Award, and Schneider, which earned the Safety Innovation Award. For more on the event and the award winners, visit greencross.nsc.org.

“We were so pleased to learn we are among the finalists for the coveted National Safety Council Green Cross Award, but to have be named the winner is an amazing honor,” shares Jana Davidson, Progressive Agriculture Foundation education content specialist. “We are honored to see Progressive Agriculture Safety Day, recognized by an organization whose commitment to building safer communities aligns so closely with our own mission.” Brian Kuhl started as a board members with the Progressive Agriculture Foundation in 2013, serving as president of the board for three years. He also was coordinated Progressive Agriculture Safety Day events in rural communities in Minnesota. In 2018, Brian joined the Progressive Agriculture Foundation as chief executive officer leading the largest rural safety and health education program for children in North America. Brian resides in Hudson, Wis. with his wife Kelly and two children. He also actively farms corn and soybeans on his family farm outside of Amery, Wis.

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Once again it is time to take a musical walk down memory lane by being part of the second annual Music by Heart, June 9 at 1 p.m., in Lakefront Park in Hudson. In case of rain event will be held at Woodland Hills auditorium, 441 Stageline Road, Hudson. The event is open to the pubic and is part of Dementia Friendly Sunday organized by the Dementia Friendly Communities Coalition and sponsored by the St. Croix Valley Foundation and the ADRC of St. Croix County along with other community supporters. The community sing along is the culmination of Dementia Friendly Sunday. Churches throughout the area will be conducting dementia friendly services designed to make everyone comfortable and to promote understanding about living with dementia. Music by Heart is a recognition of the power of music as a lifelong activity that lends purpose and draws on skills in those who are experiencing Alzheimer’s disease or another dementia type. This year will feature the debut performance of the St. Croix Valley Lifelong Singers, a community choir open to everyone but especially families and friends dealing with dementia. Choirs like it are popping up across the country because research has shown that music does have healing powers, particularly for those living with the disease. Several rehearsals have been held in Hudson and in Dresser, Centuria ad Amery. The last rehearsal before the event is set for June 6 at Bethel Lutheran downtown and at Amery Congregational so there is still time to get in one more practice before the big event. However, attendance is not mandatory to participate in the choir’s first performance. The choir is under the direction

of Bobbi Pomminville and Linda Iwasko with assistance from Carol Dahle. The Lifelong Singers choir will perform a lot of songs that are likely in the long-term memory - traditional hymns and patriotic songs along with old favorites. Pominville describes them as “joyful things.” Just like last year, songbooks with all the words will be provided in case a few of the lyrics have slipped the mind. Along with the Lifelong Singers, the Music by Heart program will include a performance Voices of the Valley, a choir made up of adults with cognitive disabilities. The group meets weekly, learning music both to sing and sign. In addition to 3 concerts every year, Voices of the Valley performs at various fund raisers other community events, and sings the National Anthem for local ball games. The audience will also be entertained by the Geezers from Polk County, a group of likeminded musicians who sing and play a variety of old songs including gospel, country, oldies, and a little bluegrass too. There will also be refreshments and information about available dementia services and about how to get involved in the Dementia Friendly Communities Coalition. For more information about Dementia Friendly Sunday, or about the Life Long Singers Choir, contact Angie Pilgrim, Programs Officer for the St. Croix Valley Foundation, at (715)386-9490 or by email at apilgrim@scvfoundation.org. For more information about dementia and support and services available contact Dementia Care Specialist Nancy Abrahamson at the ADRC at (715)3814411 or by email at Nancy.Abrahamson@sccwi.gov

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Happy Summer! School is, or is almost, done for a few months. With the weird Winter we had, it sure screwed up plans for the end of the school year. I think the kids and teachers can finally see an end to the extended days, and gear up for the Summer fun to begin. Good Luck with those busy, but very fun, Summer schedules! Once again, ConPounding gratulations to all area graduates…best the wishes as you begin Pavement your next chapter in your life. Pam Humpal The annual Amery Trail Days that was held last Saturday was a great success. The weather was beautiful! Many of the people that joined us commented on the weather we had the previous year….downpour of rain, cold, and windy. The petting zoo was wonderful as usual…everyone loves seeing the animals. Thank you to everyone who had a part in the annual Amery Trail Days…the Amery Free Press crew enjoyed visiting with you. This Friday, June 7, is the 6th Annual Back-pack Fundraiser for the Salvation Army. It will be held at the Amery Fire Hall from 4-8pm. There will be live music, food available, silent auction, jump house, bake sale, dunk tank, and much more. Cardinal LG has been gracious enough to match donations received at the event. Please

join the fun and support the efforts of the Polk County Salvation Army Backpack program. Last Tuesday was the publication of the Amery Free Press annual Lake Edition which goes to our regular subscribers plus hand delivered around the area lakes. A few Amery graduating seniors were able to assist with the distribution which we really appreciate. My area to deliver papers to this year was around Lake Magnor. It was a beautiful day so I was enjoying my adventure. I came across a lake resident cleaning his pontoon…not just any pontoon, but a Wisconsin Badgers pontoon. Being a Badger fan, I just had to have a picture. And then to find out, his dog’s name is Badger. Thank you to the nice gentleman and his friendly dog for posing with his pontoon. Father’s Day is coming Sunday, June 16…please remember your Dad with a very special weekend! Happy 8th Anniversary to my son and daughter-in-law, Ryan and Rachel, on June 11. Congratulations and enjoy your special day! Also, Congratulations to my nephew, Grant, on his Confirmation Day this past Sunday. It’s always fun to get together with family. The following are a few fun facts as we celebrate June Dairy Month… *Average dairy cow weighs about 1,400 lbs *Cows have 32 teeth, all of them on the bottom with a dental pad on top *Most popular cheese in America is Cheddar *It takes 10 pounds of milk to make

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NOTICE TO CONTROL NOXIOUS WEEDS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN to each person who owns, occupies or controls land in the undersigned Towns, City or Village, County of Polk, State of Wisconsin, to destroy all noxious weeds on such property before the plants bloom.

The noxious weeds are: Canada Thistle Leafy Spurge and Field Bindweed In case of weeds having underground root stocks and where the destruction of weeds in standing crops will result in the sacrifice of crops, the Department of Agriculture may determine the time and method of eradication.

City of Amery Town Board of Alden Town Board of Apple River Town Board of Beaver Town Board of Black Brook Town Board of Clayton Town Board of Clear Lake Town Board of GarÀeld Town Board of Lincoln Village of Clayton WNAXLP

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one pound of cheese Have a great week…enjoy it with family and friends!

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WESTconsin Credit Union hosts community food drive WESTERN, WI—WESTconsin Credit Union offices are collecting non-perishable food items and monetary donations for those less fortunate from June 10-22. Donations can be made at any WESTconsin location including Altoona, Amery, Baldwin, Barron, Chippewa Falls, Eau Claire, Ellsworth, Hudson, Menomonie (North, Downtown and East), New Richmond, Prescott, River Falls and Spring Valley. All proceeds will be delivered by the credit union to local food pantries for distribution. Inventory supply needs for food pantries are especially high during summer months, largely due to students being out of school. Many area students receive reduced or free lunches while schools are in session and without the support of the food pantries, these children may not receive adequate nutrition over summer break. Monetary donations are especially valuable because for every $1 in cash, food pantries can purchase up to $10 worth

of food. According to the 2010 Poverty and Population estimates from the US Census Bureau, 69,950 people in the 14 counties of west central Wisconsin live in poverty including more than one of every five children. 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.

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GARAGE SALES MULTI FAMILY GARAGE SALE Thursday, June 6 8:30 am - 5:30 pm Friday, June 7 8:30 am - 5:30 pm

306 Hillcrest Drive Amery

MULTI-FAMILY GARAGE SALE

Thurs, June 6 • 9am-5pm Fri, June 7 • 9am-5pm Sat, June 8 • 9am-Noon Dishes/household and decorating items, air conditioner, new undermount sink, skates, nice electric dryer, gun case, books, name brand boys. Clothing: kids, Jrs., mens & womens (S to XXL). Everything for baby: changing table, swings, tubs, bouncers, newborn-18 mo. clothing. 1065 65th Avenue • Amery (1 mile West on Hwy F)

GARAGE SALE Fri, June 7 - Sun, June 9 Fri & Sat 9-5 • Sun 9-12 No Early Sales Womens clothes sizes L to 2X, pants 14-18, mens clothes, misc. household and kitchen items 341 Golfview Lane Amery

BRIDGE Thursday Night Bridge Results 1st: Dean Elken & Butch Burke 2nd: Tie–Janet Burke & Shirley Klopotek and Steve Wilhelm & Steve Sondreal 3rd: Jim Rivard & Denny Pesick

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CLEANING ATTIC/ BASEMENT/ SHED SALE

AMERY ART & CRAFT FAIR

Milk pails, cream separator, cow stanchions, stainless sink, claw foot bathtub, old porcelain sinks, 2 horse collars, clothes, much more

OVER 80 VENDORS

Thurs & Fri, June 6-7 8 am - 5 pm

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SATURDAY, JUNE 15TH 9 AM - 3 PM NORTH PARK, AMERY, WI

Original Paintings, Furniture, Photography, Jewelry, Wood and Metal Art, Baked Goods, Specialty Foods, Clothing, Candles, Soaps, Oils and Much More Vendor spaces still available. Contact Julie Andersen 715-268-2136

RUMMAGE & BAKE SALE

June 6 - 7 - 8 Thursday & Friday • 9-5 Saturday • 9-Noon Free will offering unless marked. Saturday - all marked items discounted Everything else $1 bag. All sales ¿nal! Cash Only West Immanuel Church 477 180th St • Osceola (at Servant Hall)

HOUSE REMODEL GARAGE SALE June 6 - 8th Thurs. 3-6 • Fri. 9-6 Saturday 9-12

granite island/countertops, bathroom vanity/cabinet, queen bed set, dining room table with 8 chairs, shelves/bench/ cabinets, Andersen 400 series windows, Jacuzzi corner tub, picture frames, solid oak desks/ chairs, PB rug, light ¿xtures, kitchen and household items, solid oak door, oak trim, steel door, clothes, LOTS of misc.

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Help Feed Hungry Kids! 6th Annual

BACKPACK FUNDRAISER Friday, June 7, 4-8 p.m. at the Amery Fire Hall Sponsored by the Amery Fire Department

Donations on June 7 will be matched by:

BBQs/Hot Dogs Fundraiser Meal & Silent Auction

LIVE MUSIC: 4-5 p.m. Jim Armstrong & Rex Cactus 5-8 p.m. Cattail Moon Band

—FREE WILL OFFERING— All the proceeds will go to support the Polk County Salvation Army Backpack Program that helps to feed families in need during the school year.

Jump House, Bake Sale, Dunk Tank and More! Supplemental funds have been applied for through Thrivent Financial EVENT SPONSORS:

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Clear Lake Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Golf League May 21, 2019 A Flight: Low Gross â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Carol Hougdahl 46 Low Net â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Cheryl Harshaman, Mary Schradle-Mau 36 Low Putts â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Karrie Drinkman 15 Game â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Carol Hougdahl

AMERY AREA COMMUNITY CENTER Low Gross â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Diane Schradle, Julie Schultz 59 Low Net â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Monica Eggert, Amber Lindahl 37 Low Putts â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Jody Hadac 17 Flag â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Amy Lundgren

Game of the Day winner: Heidi Maupin Chip In: Linda Mullendore #18

C Flight: Low Gross â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Denise Severson 58 Low Net â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Margie Stary 35 Low Putts â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Sharon Fouks 16 Flag â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Deb Hahn

18-Hole Amery Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Golf League

Low Net â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Jill Olson 43 Low Putts â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Amy Elmer 19

May 29, 2019 B Flight: Low Gross â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Darlene Emerson, Diane Shafer 59 Low Net â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Diane Schradle 40 Low Putts â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Cathy Gorres 17 Game â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Diane Shafer C Flight: Low Gross â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Cindy Lundmark 59 Low Net â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Lori Peterson 35 Low Putts â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Bonnie Fox 15 Game â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Cindy Lundmark D Flight: Low Gross â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Denise Severson 55 Low Net â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Beth Schradle 28 Low Putts â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Laurene Klatt, Marie Knutson 15 Game â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Margie Stary, Pam Van Heuklom Closest to the pin - #7 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Ann Gosnell Closest to the pin - #3 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Beth Schradle Birdies: Carol Hougdahl Chip Ins: Carol Hougdahl, Laurene Klatt Sharks (9) defeat Backwoods Hackers (3) 7 Brothers Grip It and Sip It (6) defeat Chipper Chicks (3) Rowdy Rebels (9) defeat Golf Bags (3) Goof Balls (6) defeat Happy Hookers (0) Party of Fore (3) defeat Slice Girls (0) Wild Whacker earn 0 points against their team handicap (3)

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D Flight: Low Gross â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Laura Briesemeister, Camilla Pietz 60 Low Net â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Beth Schradle 31 Low Putts â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Bonnie Fox 16 Flag â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Laura Briesemeiester

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ATTENTION MEMBERS!!! Do you like to bake but donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t want to eat all of your creations?? I have the solution for you! Our annual Vendor and Bake sale is coming up on June 29th! We are looking for members to bake some yummy treats and donate them to the sale. Please email Jen at aaccjen@ outlook.com or call to let us know if you can bake something. Are you not so much of a baker? Still want to donate? We are also going to have a baking day at the center, so, if you want to donate some baking items such as four, sugar, butter, eggs, oil, cake or brownie mix, we would love that, too! We are also looking for vendors that love to craft or have a business they want to promote. Call 715-2986605 or email for more information. â&#x20AC;¢ Do you volunteer around our community? Did you know that by telling us your volunteer hours it helps gain grant dollars by showing how active our members are? Please email Jen at aaccjen@outlook.com or call 715-268-6605 with your hours each month, thank you! â&#x20AC;¢ Circuit Breaker Members, every month you pay your $10 you will get a punch on our new card and after you have paid for 5 months you get 1 month FREE! That means you will receive 2 FREE months per year! This is our way of saying your health is important to us! â&#x20AC;¢ Was it your goal to learn something new in 2019? We have the thing for you! MAH-JONG. We have a wonderful group of ladies that play every Friday that are looking for some more people to play! They will teach as you play! Stop in and check it out on Friday at 9:00am! â&#x20AC;¢ Like us on Facebook! Share our postings the more people that know what activities we have happening the better! Search Amery Area Community/Senior Center â&#x20AC;¢ Need a place to rent? Consider the Amery Area Community Center for that birthday, party, wedding, or anniversary celebration? We will also work with profit and nonprofit organizations to help with the perfect meeting place. â&#x20AC;¢ Want to get a complete workout in just 30 minutes? Do you enjoy walking on a treadmill? Get all of that for just $10/month if you are a member of the Amery Area Community Center. Our hours are 7am-4:30pm M-Th & 7am-3pm on Fridays. There are no contracts to lock into and no hidden fees. Come down and check us out! â&#x20AC;¢ We always have people asking if there is anything we need here at the Center. We can always use things like stamps, cards, toilet paper, cleaning supplies & baking supplies. We also take rummage sale items all year long. â&#x20AC;¢ Tuesday May 28th Pool winners were Mary Fisher in first, Gary Snelling placed second, Jean Frank took third, Dean Elken placed fourth and Loren Bavin with the consolation prize. â&#x20AC;¢ Wednesday May 29th Bridge winners are Sydney Lund in first, and Mary Salewski placed second. â&#x20AC;¢ Thursday May 30th Pool winners are Gary Snelling placed first, Dean Elken took second, Mary Fisher placed third, Carl Johnson placed fourth and Wendell Anderson with the consolation prize. Congratulations to all! Amanda Fisk, Director Jen Tyman, Assistant Director

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Cables and Vines Like bare, twisted woodland vine and twig, they lie askew on floor and rug; In the scheme of things, not very big, the former, tasty to worm or bug. Electronically, by owner's claimed, potential for audio visual lies; within the tangle—could be tamed, symphony or drama or sci-fis, or, in the scene neatly framed, that which can shock or please the eyes., The power of optic fiber's flow, energy of sap awakened in spring, transforms the mode in sunny glow; by bidding of remote, media bring. The Master of ingenuity, Father of nature, richly endows, upon His creation, power to be, and, on His children, creativity allows. When comes to order, the tangled, bleak, buds bud and bloom; new leaves unfold. Melody we hear, the words they speak; from order, life and beauty, we behold. © Carol Morfitt Welch

REGULAR MEETING Town of Clear Lake

The Regular meeting of the Town of Clear Lake will be held at the Town Shop on Monday, June 10, 2019, at 7 p.m. AGENDA: 1. Meeting called to order 2. Reading and approval of last meeting’s minutes 3. Treasurer’s Report 4. Chairman’s Report 5. Approve payment of monthly bills 6. Ordinance Commission Report 7. Old Business: 8. New Business: Employer Resolution, Road Work Bids 9. Road Maintenance 10. Adjourned Janelle Johnson, Town Clerk WNAXLP

FAMILY DENTISTRY

Wisconsin raids church accused of giving pot to members MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Wisconsin authorities raided a self-styled Rastafarian church in Madison on Wednesday that claimed marijuana was a sacrament they gave its members in exchange for donations, police said. Madison police said the Dane County Narcotics Task Force raided the Lion of Judah House of Rastafari, which has been open since March. The church was started by Madison natives Jesse Schworck, 39, and Dylan Paul Bangert, 23. Both were arrested but it was unclear if they were facing any charges yet or if either had an attorney representing them. The day before the raid, Schworck told the Capital Times the church gave marijuana and edibles laced with THC to members in exchange for a “donation.” Schworck says church membership is around 20,000. Police did not say how much marijuana they took from the church. Police had gone to the church previously and seized marijuana products on March 26, according to the Capital Times. The city also sent the church a cease and desist notice on April 12. Days later, Schworck and Bangert filed a lawsuit on their own against

the city, claiming that police officers who took their marijuana and the city's demands infringed on their religious rights. “They know that they can't come here,” Schworck said in the Tuesday interview with the newspaper. “That's why they don't come here.” Schworck incorporated the church on April 14, 2018, according to Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions records. Wisconsin is one of 16 states where marijuana remains illegal. Other states either have legalized the drug for recreational use or for medical purposes. Police couldn't say why the church was able to distribute marijuana openly for weeks. “Unfortunately I cannot comment on what is certainly an unusual situation,” said Central District Police Capt. Jason Freedman in an email. City Attorney Michael May said in an email it will be up to the district attorney whether to file charges. District Attorney Ismael Ozanne said police had yet to refer the case to him.

TOWN OF GARFIELD

Pursuant to Wisconsin Stats. §125, the following have made application and are on file with the Clerk to be presented to the Board of Supervisors for the Town of Black Brook for consideration and approval at the June 20, 2019 meeting beginning at 8:00 p.m.

‘Wisconsin is one of 16 states where marijuana remains illegal.’

Notice of Liquor & Beer License Applications Notice is hereby given that the following applications have been received for the ensuing year: Combination Class “B” Liquor & Beer: Corky & Gail’s, Inc. (Miki Jo’s), Agent Miki Jo Johnson. UW Wanderoos, 1629 70th Ave., Amery, WI 54001. Agent Gerald & Tammy Lyons. B&T Foods, LLC (Waterside Bar & Grill), 1342 Lone Pine Lane, Agents Brian Stugelmayer and Theresa Curry. Class “A” Beer Application: Wanderoos Area Community Club (Wanderoos Ball Park). Agent Jeffrey Martinson. The Garfield Town Board will take action on the applications at the regular meeting on June 11, 2019, at 7 p.m. Sue Knutson, Clerk WNAXLP

Combination Class “A” Fermented Malt Beverages and Class “A” Liquor License Renewal Application: Scott Carlson, Agent, Countryside Cooperative dba Amery Country Store located at 554 Hwy 46, Amery, WI Combination Class “B” Fermented Malt Beverages and Class “C” Wine licenses Renewal Application: Jenna L Johnson, Agent, Amery Ale Works, LLC dba Amery Ale Works located at 588 115th Street, Amery, WI Class “B” Fermented Malt Beverage Original License Application: Brenda Schone, Agent, Amery Gun Club Inc, located at 176 95th Street, Amery WI. Sally Pickard, Clerk, Town of Black Brook WNAXLP

BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONAL DIRECTORY

David P. Doroff, D.D.S. James J. Lampi, D.D.S. Thomas P. VanSomeren, D.D.S. Amy G. Ott, D.D.S. 404 Wisconsin Ave. Amery, Wis. Phone 715-268-7177 www.amerydental.com

NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR FERMENTED MALT BEVERAGES AND LIQUOR LICENSES: Town of Black Brook

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2018 Consumer Confidence Report Data Clear Lake Waterworks, PWS ID: 64903355 Water System Information If you would like to know more about the information contained in this report, please contact Aaron Buhr at (715) 491-2618. CCR is available to the public upon request. It is also available on the village website at WWW.CLEARLAKE-WI.GOV. Opportunity for input on decisions affecting your water quality First Tuesday of every month at 7 p.m. in village municipal building (350 4th Avenue, Clear Lake, WI) Health Information Drinking water, including bottled water, may reasonably be expected to contain at least small amounts of some contaminants. The presence of contaminants does not necessarily indicate that water poses a health risk. More information about contaminants and potential health effects can be obtained by calling the Environmental Protection Agency's safe drinking water hotline (800-426-4791). Some people may be more vulnerable to contaminants in drinking water than the general population. Immuno-compromised persons such as persons with cancer undergoing chemotherapy, persons who have undergone organ transplants, people with HIV/AIDS or other immune systems disorders, some elderly, and infants can be particularly at risk from infections. These people should seek advice about drinking water from their health care providers. EPA/ CDC guidelines on appropriate means to lessen the risk of infection by cryptosporidium and other microbial contaminants are available from the Environmental Protection Agency's safe drinking water hotline (800-426-4791). Source(s) of Water Source ID Source Depth (in feet) Status 2 Groundwater 304 Active 4 Groundwater 308 Active To obtain a summary of the source water assessment please contact, Aaron Buhr at (715) 491-2618. Educational Information The sources of drinking water, both tap water and bottled water, include rivers, lakes, streams, ponds, reservoirs, springs and wells. As water travels over the surface of the land or through the ground, it dissolves naturally occurring minerals and, in some cases, radioactive material, and can pick up substances resulting from the presence of animals or from human activity. Contaminants that may be present in source water include: •

Microbial contaminants, such as viruses and bacteria, which may come from sewage treatment plants, septic systems, agricultural livestock operations and wildlife.

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Inorganic contaminants, such as salts and metals, which can be naturally- occurring or result from urban stormwater runoff, industrial or domestic wastewater discharges, oil and gas production, mining or farming.

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Pesticides and herbicides, which may come from a variety of sources such as agriculture, urban stormwater runoff and residential uses.

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Organic chemical contaminants, including synthetic and volatile organic chemicals, which are by-products of industrial processes and petroleum production, and can also come from gas stations, urban stormwater runoff and septic systems.

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Radioactive contaminants, which can be naturally occurring or be the result of oil and gas production and mining activities.

In order to ensure that tap water is safe to drink, EPA prescribes regulations that limit the amount of certain contaminants in water provided by public water systems. FDA regulations establish limits for contaminants in bottled water, which shall provide the same protection for public health. Definitions Term Definition Action Level: The concentration of a contaminant which, if exceeded, triggers AL treatment or other requirements which a water system must follow. A Level 1 assessment is a study of the water system to identify potential problems and Level 1 Assessment determine, if possible, why total coliform bacteria have been found in our water system. A Level 2 assessment is a very detailed study of the water system to identify potential problems and determine, if possible, why an Level 2 Assessment E. coli MCL violation has occurred or why total coliform bacteria have been found in our water system, or both, on multiple occasions. Maximum Contaminant Level: The highest level of a contaminant that is allowed in MCL drinking water. MCLs are set as close to the MCLGs as feasible using the best available treatment technology. Maximum Contaminant Level Goal: The level of a contaminant in drinking water below MCLG which there is no known or expected risk to health. MCLGs allow for a margin of safety. MFL million fibers per liter Maximum residual disinfectant level: The highest level of a disinfectant allowed in MRDL drinking water. There is convincing evidence that addition of a disinfectant is necessary for control of microbial contaminants.

MRDLG

mrem/year NTU pCi/l ppm ppb ppt ppq TCR TT

Maximum residual disinfectant level goal: The level of a drinking water disinfectant below which there is no known or expected risk to health. MRDLGs do not reflect the benefits of the use of disinfectants to control microbial contaminants. millirems per year (a measure of radiation absorbed by the body) Nephelometric Turbidity Units picocuries per liter (a measure of radioactivity) parts per million, or milligrams per liter (mg/ l) parts per billion, or micrograms per liter (ug/l) parts per trillion, or nanograms per liter parts per quadrillion, or picograms per liter Total Coliform Rule Treatment Technique: A required process intended to reduce the level of a contaminant in drinking water.

Detected Contaminants Your water was tested for many contaminants last year. We are allowed to monitor for some contaminants less frequently than once a year. The following tables list only those contaminants which were detected in your water. If a contaminant was detected last year, it will appear in the following tables without a sample date. If the contaminant was not monitored last year, but was detected within the last 5 years, it will appear in the tables below along with the sample date. Inorganic Contaminants Typical Sample Conta Source Level Date (if Violatio minant Site MCL MCLG Range of Found prior to n (units) Conta 2018) minant

FLUOR IDE (ppm)

NICKE L (ppb)

100

0.1

0.1 - 0.1

2/7/201 7

10.0000

2/7/201 7

NITRA TE (N03N) (ppm)

2.30

1.10 2.30

SODIU M (ppm)

n/a

5.74

5.29 5.74

Contami nant (units)

COPPER (ppm)

LEAD (ppb)

Action Level

AL=1.3

AL=15

MCLG

1.3

2/7/201 7

Runoff from fertilize r use; Leachin g from septic tanks, sewage; Erosion of natural deposits

n/a

90th Percentil e Level Found

# of Results

Sample Date (if prior to 2018)

Violation

0.1920

0 of 10 results were above the action level.

6/13/201 7

5.00

0 of 10 results were above the action level.

6/13/201 7

Erosion of natural deposits ; Water additive which promote s strong teeth; Dischar ge from fertilize r and aluminu m factorie s Nickel occurs naturall y in soils, ground water and surface waters and is often used in electrop lating, stainless steel and alloy product s.

Typical Source of Contami nant Corrosio n of househol d plumbing systems; Erosion of natural deposits; Leaching from wood preservat ives

Corrosio n of househol d plumbing systems; Erosion of natural deposits

Radioactive Contaminants Conta minant (units)

Site

MCL

MCLG

Level Found

Range

Sample Date (if prior to 2018)

Violatio n

Typical Source of Conta minant

GROSS Erosion ALPHA 1.3 4/22/20 of , EXCL. 15 0 11.0 No 11.0 14 natural R&U deposits (pCi/l) RADIU Erosion M, (226 of 4/22/20 5 0 1.6 0.9 - 1.6 No + 228) 14 natural (pCi/l) deposits GROSS Erosion ALPHA 1.3 4/22/20 of , INCL. n/a n/a 11.0 No 11.0 14 natural R&U deposits (n/a) Additional Health Information If present, elevated levels of lead can cause serious health problems, especially for pregnant women and young children. Lead in drinking water is primarily from materials and components associated with service lines and home plumbing. Clear Lake Waterworks is responsible for providing high quality drinking water, but cannot control the variety of materials used in plumbing components. When your water has been sitting for several hours, you can minimize the potential for lead exposure by Aushing your tap for 30 seconds to 2 minutes before using water for drinking or cooking. If you are concerned about lead in your water, you may wish to have your water tested. Information on lead in drinking water, testing methods, and steps you can take to minimize exposure is available from the Safe Drinking Water Hotline or at www.epa.gov/ safewater/lead.

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Teaching Position Job Title

Elementary Music Teacher - 50%

H.R. Contact

Chris Petersen, Elementary Principal

Contact Info

715-263-2117, cpetersen@clwarriors.org

Job Description

50% FTE General Music Teacher at Clear Lake Elementary School

Start Date

August 28, 2019

Qualifications

Half-time (50%) position in a PK-6 grade elementary setting. Ability to effectively deliver developmentally appropriate Music instruction to the full range of student ages. Preference for interest and ability to work with primary grades (K-2). Ability to work collaboratively with other members of the district Music department to stage performances and sustain a comprehensive K-12 music curriculum. Interest and ability to coach or advise cocurricular activities a plus.

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Applicants must possess or have the ability to obtain appropriate DPI licensure to teach Music classes to grades K-6. Applications accepted online via WECAN. https://wecan.education.wisc. edu/#/ Applications accepted until position is filled. Please include cover letter, resume with references, letters of recommendation, and copies of license and transcripts.

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School District of Clear Lake Clear Lake, WI 54005

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Gaylord A. Nelson Educational Center 135 8th Avenue Clear Lake, WI 54005

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The Clear Lake School District prepares students, in an active partnership with families and the community, to become lifelong learners and responsible citizens.

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Certified Nursing Assistant Instructors - Adjunct Faculty

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Spanish Adjunct Instructor Wisconsin Indianhead Technical College ANY Campus

Nicolet College, in partnership with Wisconsin Indianhead Technical College (WITC), is establishing a pool of qualified candidates to be considered when adjuncts or substitute instructors are needed to teach Spanish courses at WITC. Courses may be taught from any of the four campuses (New Richmond, Rice Lake, Superior, or Ashland). For a complete job description, list of qualifications, and to apply: Visit our website at: https://www.witc.edu/about-witc/employment

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Wisconsin Indianhead Technical College is seeking qualified candidates for part-time Certified Nursing Assistant Instructors throughout Northwestern Wisconsin. Teaching assignments will be on an as-needed basis and include both classroom and clinical hours. Opportunities are available in and around all WITC locations. For a complete job description, list of qualifications, and to apply: Visit our website at: https://www.witc.edu/about-witc/employment

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WISCONSIN INTERSTATE PARK EVENTS THURSDAY, JUNE 6

SUNDAY, JUNE 9

SATURDAY, JUNE 15 1:30pm—3:30pm Pet-A-Pelt

10am—11am Nature Storytime

1pm—3pm Volunteer Training

Preschoolers and their caregivers join us for a nature story, activity, and snack. Meet at the Ice Age Center to start out the very first of our ongoing weekly summer nature program!

Are you looking for a way to volunteer this summer? Meet at the Ice Age Center to learn how you can help out at your local park!

SATURDAY, JUNE 8 Visit the Ice Age Center to learn how to tell what a bird likes to eat and what habitat a bird lives in just by looking at it! Several examples will be shown.

10am—11am Nature Storytime Preschoolers and their caregivers join us for a nature story, activity, and snack. Every Thursday, we meet at the Ice Age Center for this weekly summer nature program.

SATURDAY, JUNE 8

FRIDAY, JUNE 14

THURSDAY, JUNE 13

11am—1pm How Birds Make A Living

3pm—5pm Beaver Business

3pm—5pm Wisconsin Under Water Visit the Ice Age Center to see some of the creatures that would have once lived in Wisconsin’s ancient sea.

Learn about the historical—and sometimes wacky—connections between beavers and people. Beaver pelt and skull will be available for viewing at the Ice Age Center.

SUNDAY, JUNE 9

SATURDAY, JUNE 15

10am—Noon Eagle Trivia

11am—1pm Whose Scat is That?

How did the bald eagle get its name? Stop in at the Ice Age Center to find out and learn more about the different eagles of the world.

COLLEGE HONORS

Stop in at the Ice Age Center to learn about the different signs animals leave behind.

Have you ever wanted to pet a fox or an otter? Now you can! Drop in at the Ice Age Center to see and feel our many animal pelts.

SUNDAY, JUNE 16 8:30am—9:30am Pothole Trail Hike Meet at the Pothole Trail sign to take a hike with the park naturalist and learn about the geology of this unique trail.

SUNDAY, JUNE 16 11am—1pm A Mammoth Comparison Symbol of the Ice Age National Scenic Trail, the wooly mammoth was an impressive animal. But just how big was it? Visit the Ice Age Center to compare sizes of the different mammoth species.

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GRADUATION: Choir, band directors oversee final performances at Amery FROM PAGE ONE

was Laura Badman’s 19th and final time directing the high school choir. It was a graduation of sorts for Badman as well as she is entering her next phase, retirement. There was some laughter and some teary eyes, which made for an unforgettable send-off for students and staff alike. Student Council President Andrew Otto and classmate Amari Connor gave student addresses. Otto opened the ceremony with a quote from General George S. Patton, “I do not measure a man’s success by how high he climbs but how high he bounces when he hits bottom.” Otto went on to say, “Our class has seen the bottom too many times, but we have always managed to bounce back. Through trials and tribulations our class has continued to succeed and I think a lot of our success has been a result of the nurturing adults in our lives. So on behalf of the class of 2019, I would like to thank

‘Through trials and tribulations our class has continued to succeed and I think a lot of our success has been a result of the nurturing adults in our lives.’ Andrew Otto parents, teachers, coaches, custodians, the I.T. guys, bus drivers, lunch ladies, other support staff, school administration, school board and the community in itself for all the lessons, support and behind the scene work they have done to help us reach where we are right now. It is a true gift we are all grateful for.” Conner said, “Life is a series of mountains and valleys. Each day brings new experiences. Some days are full of struggles and some plentiful

‘While life can be hard at times, faith is the knowledge and the confidence that things will get better.’ Amari Connor

in joy. Other days are a mixture of both. We all know life can be remarkably difficult at times. Valleys are impartial, inevitable and purposeful in our lives. Figuratively speaking valleys represent our lows, discouragement and challenging times, but they also bring us to a place of new

insight, understanding and growth. If it weren’t for the low points, no high points would seem high. Sometimes when things do not go according to plan we lose faith, not only in ourselves, but also in any possibility of that light at the end of the tunnel. While life can be hard at times, faith is the knowledge and the confidence that things will get better. The importance of faith cannot be underestimated. I am sure all of you, myself included feel a little bit of uncertainty about what lies ahead. Class of 2019 as we all go our separate ways and pursue different things I hope you let your faith be APRIL ZIEMER|AMERY FREE PRESS bigger than your fear.” Giving his thirteenth and Megan Robertson and Abby Schmidt walked in holding a photo of classmate Kali Laqua who passed away last year. final principal’s presentaAlthough she was not physically there, the graduates felt she was with them in spirit on their important day. tion, Dr. Shawn Doerfler told the graduates, “I am speaking to you, but I am also speaking to those of you who have sat right where you are over the course of the past 13 years. I am incredibly thankful for what Amery students have left for me in memories. It is so very much more than I could ever have dreamed of giving back. You are bound by nothing, for the talented skill you have shown here makes it a forgone conclusion that anything is possible for you. You know who you are. Your accomplishments in and out of the classroom are only surpassed by the high quality character people you have come to be. You have touched my heart and you have BOB JOHNSON BOB JOHNSON touched the hearts of Amari Conner told her fellow graduates that she hopes Student Council President Andrew Otto said the Class those around you. Nothing is impossible.” their faith is always bigger than their fear. of 2019 has always had high achieving attitudes and Doerfler explained more importantly a general kindness towards one that ordinarily a crowd another. is asked to hold their applause until the names of all pupils are read. He said that was not the rule in Amery’s gymnasium that day. He encouraged the loved ones of each and every graduate to cheer and show their pride for the students. He said it would be totally fine to be loud and proud even if it meant possibly embarrassing their graduate. The clapping, roars and whistles made it quite obvious as names were read and students walked across the stage, those gathered were more than willing to take Doerfler up on his offer.

BOB JOHNSON

Laura Badman directed the choir for her nineteenth and final graduation ceremony before moving on to retirement.