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Music on the River returns June 15 The sixth season of Music on the River gets underway Friday, June 15. THURSDAY, Stage SEPTEMBER 33, 2222Michael Park is the The Danielson in Amery’s VOL.for 131 NO. www.moraminn.com $1.00summer, occurlocation the19three concerts this ring on the third Friday of June, July and August. The concerts are presented by the Amery Community Club with the generous help of over 60 sponsors. Tom Bensen, Ed Flanum and Sally Klevgard run the committee that organizes the event and have done so since the event began in 2012. The theme for this year is “Rock the River” with three concerts. The music gets underway at 5 p.m. June 15 when the Studebakers perform. Headlining the first concert is The Whitesidewalls. The Whitesidewalls has been

A community reading event that records people from students to community members reading books in front of a green screen where the book pages are displayed is one of the many projects funded by the Amery School Board with help this year from the Amery Woman’s Club.

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Mini grants fuel innovation BY TOM STANGL TSTANGL@THEAMERYFREEPRESS.COM

Each year, the Amery School Board invites staff members to apply for innovation grants to fund new or innovate programs in classrooms. Every May, the recipients of the grants make presentations to the board about how the money

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was used and the results of the programs. This year, grant recipients received double the normal grant, thanks to a generous donation from the Amery Woman’s Club. Instead of getting $300 for their programs, five educators received $600 in grant money. Sharon Paulson of the Amery

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Woman’s Club explains that the $1,500 that the club donated came from the group’s Harvest Moon Hootenanny, which raised $3,000. “Our organization had a great time holding this event which allowed teachers to double their requests for money to do these projects above and beyond the curricu

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The Whitesidewalls will headline the first Music on the River Concert June 15.

Staff gives Amery schools high marks

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A survey of staff at Amery schools reveals a great amount of pride in the district as well as the need to improve communications. The Amery School Board heard a presentation at their May meeting from School Perceptions about the results of a survey taken by 75 percent of the staff in March. Staff members received a unique email access code to take the survey.

The perceptions of the staff were drawn from responses to questions in the following categories: change readiness, engagement, communication, culture, work environment, collaboration, technology, development and recognition, compensation and benefits, professional development and job satisfaction. Respondents agreed or disagreed with statements in the survey, with a 5 indicating strong agreement and 1 indicating strong disagreement. The

Over half – 52% percent of the survey respondents have been employed by the district for more than 10 years, 9 percent have worked 6-10 years, 13 percent 3-5 years and 19 percent 1-2 years.

numbers were averaged and responses given an average ranking and compared to identical questions from the last survey. Numerical changes of .2 or above should be evaluated, according to School Perceptions’ Sue Peterson, who gave the presentation remotely. Peterson cautioned the board not to read too much into the average scores. “Sometimes the negative numbers are not about performance, but about communication,” Peterson said.

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Change readiness Our District is committed to making needed improvements as they are identified. 78 percent strongly agreed. Our District has a culture of open dialogue. 60 percent strongly agrees. SEE ENGAGEMENT ON PAGE 2

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ENGAGEMENT: Staff gives district high marks for work environment category had changes -.35 and higher.

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Culture

My work contributes to the success of our District. 98 percent strongly agreed. I am proud of our District. 92 percent strongly agreed. The amount of work I am asked to do is reasonable. 60 percent strongly agreed.

Communication

I have a good understanding of the goals of the District. 81 percent strongly agreed. I feel comfortable sharing my ideas and opinions. – 59 percent strongly agreed. School board policies and procedures affecting me are available and clearly communicated. 59 percent strongly agreed. This question had a -.42 change from last year, something that Peterson said should be explored. Three of the six questions in this

My co-workers are willing to help me when I have a heavy workload. – 86 percent strongly agreed. Our building operates as a team. – 60 percent strongly agreed.

Work environment

Our classrooms, building and grounds are well maintained. – 92 percent strongly agreed. I feel supported by leadership when I make a decision. – 83 percent strongly agreed. I have the flexibility to do my job the way that I think is most effective. – 84 percent strongly agreed. I feel valued by the Amery community. – 80 percent strongly agreed.

Collaboration

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place through committees and communication across grade and subject areas. – 78 percent strongly agreed. This question and a question about a collaborative process existing in the staff both saw a positive shift of .20 from the last survey. The staff plan and work together to search for solutions to create an optimal learning environment. – 78 percent strongly agreed.

Technology

Technical support is available to me in a timely manner to troubleshoot hardware and software problems. – 88 percent strongly agreed. This question had a positive shift of .21 from the last survey. I have adequate time to integrate the necessary technology into my work. 56 percent strongly agreed.

Development and Recognition

I receive meaningful and timely feedback that helps me improve my performance. 80 percent strongly agreed. This question had a positive shift of .21 from the last survey.

Compensation and Benefits

My benefits are competitive with similar jobs I might find elsewhere. 67 percent strongly agreed. I am satisfied with my benefits. 66 percent strongly agreed. I am satisfied with my pay. 50 percent strongly agreed. My pay is fair in relation to my job responsibilities. 41 percent strongly agreed. This question had a negative shift of .22 from the last survey.

Professional development

The pace of implementing new initiatives is appropriate. 55 percent strongly agreed. This question had a negative shift of .25 from the last

survey. My supervisor is supportive of my professional development needs. 90 percent strongly agreed.

Job satisfaction

The top four most important job satisfaction factors were: compensations/salary, meaningful work, benefits, healthy culture/working conditions. When compared to similar schools, Amery’s responses ranked higher in trust in building leadership. In workload, control over your work environment, Health/Stress management/Wellness, Planning/Improvement process, affirmation, communications and collaboration/teamwork the district ranked lower than similar schools.

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the first concert headliner for many years. “They are always a fan favorite with their 50’s and 60’s doo wop,” said Bensen. In addition to the music, food, beer and wine will be available on site. Amery Chevrolet is sponsoring the

cruise-in car show and will provide prizes. Concert goers will enjoy a festival atmosphere with t-shirts being launched into the crowd. The second concert is Friday, July 20. Amery’s own Cattail Moon will open the show at 5 p.m., performing until 7 p.m. Mighty Wheelhouse from Madison is the

headliner for the evening. “They have performed here in the past and we are excited to have both back,” said Bensen. The final concert is Friday, August 17. Two new bands will perform. Nancy & the Backwoods Boys will open the program at 5 p.m. Viva Knievel is the headliner, starting at 7 p.m. Viva Knievel is a

rock band out of Minneapolis. They are a very large band with 10 members including keyboard, drummer, several guitarists, and a large brass/ horn section with trumpets, trombones, saxophones, etc. “They will bring a large crowd with them, so we are very excited to host this band,” said Bensen.

“We also want to remind people these are free concerts all provided by the generosity of our local businesses and sponsors. Without them, we would not be able to put on these great shows,” Bensen said.

Museum receives Andersen grant The Polk County Historical Museum has received a $10,000 grant from the Fred C. amd Katherine B. Andersen Foundation of Bayport, Minn. The grant will be used for general operations support. A release issued by the museum said that the financial support will be used to enrich our residents and visitors by presenting the opportunity to immerse themselves in the culture and history of the Polk County area through the presentation of many historical artifacts and documents.

Hunter Educators of the Year

Amery is proud to be the home of the DNR Wisconsin Hunter Education Instructor Group of the Year. Scott Dunham (center left) and Darrel Rothe (center right) accepted the award at the annual WI Hunter Ed Association Conference. Also pictured is Jada Dunham, junior instructor. Mark Little from the DNR presented the award. Rothe has been volunteering to teach DNR certification courses in Amery since 2003 and has been assisted by Dunham for the past 5+ years. Annually, in Amery, they offer courses in the fall, winter, and summer. They also offer Bow Hunter certification and Rothe teaches ATV safety classes. Josh Cunnien, not pictured, assists with many of the Hunter Ed classes. It is no doubt that their commitment to this program has had a positive impact on the number of safe and knowledgeable hunters in Wisconsin.

Second death from accident Kali Laqua, 17, died June 1 from injuries sustained in a two car accident south of Amery May 27. Keith Soderberg, driver of the second vehicle, has been upgraded to stable condition at Regions Hospital in St. Paul. Galen Coy was held overnight at Amery Hospital and released May 28.

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Writers Group Local writers meet at Osceola Public Library, 5-7 p.m. for mutual encouragement. Everyone welcome to this free gathering. Bring a piece you’ve written if this is your first time. FFI: barbaraywetzel@gmail. com.

Polk-Burnett Retired Educators meet The Polk-Burnett Retired educators cordially invite all retired educators and spouses, administrators and support staff to the June general meeting. The general meeting of PBREA will be June 14 at 11:30 a.m. at Bone Lake Lutheran Church. Ken Slattery will be speaking on additional benefits and discounts available to WREA members. Karen Jorgensen is responsible for the arrangements in Bone Lake. Call you contact person if you plan to attend. PLEASE PLAN TO ATTEND.

JUNE 15 Native American Dancers Native American Drummers and Dancers will perform at the Deer Park Park at 1:00 on Friday June 15th as the kick-off program for our collaborative summer reading program with the Somerset Public Library.

JUNE 15 & 16 St. Croix Valley PRCA Rodeo St. Croix County Fair Grounds. Featuring professional RAM Rodeo. Family fun includes Muttin Bustin’, young wrangler stick rodeo & nickel scrambles as well as Fantasy Corral. Gates open both nights at 4:30 p.m. Official after rodeo

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Amery Garden Club will be touring Z Orchard on June 7. Please meet there at 10 a.m. Directions: West of Amery a couple of miles at the junction of F & C. Anyone is welcome.

Amery Fire Department is sponsoring “Help Feed Hungry Kids” at the Fire Hall on Friday, June 8, from 4-8 p.m. BBQ/hot dog fundraiser meal and silent auction along with Live Music by Jim Armstrong and Rex Cactus performing from 4-5 p.m. and Cattail Moon Band from 5-8 p.m. Also there will be a jump house, bake sale, dunk tank and more! All the proceeds will go to support the Polk County Salvation Army Back Pack Program that helps to feed families in need during the school year.

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Backpack Fundraiser at Amery Fire Hall Friday The Amery Fire Hall will be host to the Annual Salvation Army Backpack Fundraiser for Polk County on June 8th from 4pm to 8pm. Rex Cactus and Jim Armstrong will provide Live Music from 4pm to 5pm and from 5pm to 8pm, Cattail Moon will play. During the Cattail Moon performance, Cardinal Glass has offered to match all cash donations to the guitar case in front of the band performance. Cardinal Glass has supported the Polk County Backpack program for several years at this event and plans to continue the tradition again this year. Plan to attend and Help Feed Hungry Kids! Schools benefiting from this event include: Unity, Frederic, Luck, Amery, Turtle Lake, Clear Lake, Clayton, Polk County Headstart.

party at the Pump House. Information & discount tickets: www.gorodeo.org

JUNE 16 Amery Art and Craft Fair The 41st Annual Amery Art and Craft Fair, hosted by the Amery Woman’s Club, will be held in North Park on Saturday, June 16, from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. with over 100 vendors. You will find original paintings, furniture, photography, jewelry, wood and metal art, baked goods, specialty foods, clothing, candles, soaps, oils and much more.

JUNE 17 Worship in the Park Neighbors United in Christ parish invites everyone to Worship in the Park on Sunday, June 17 at 9:30 a.m. at Garfield Park. “It’s a Wonderful World!” is the theme for this event sponsored by Deronda, Little Falls and Trinity Lutheran churches. You will find breakfast, fellowship, special music and communion.

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Meet Author of Burleigh Grimes books Clear Lake Museum will be the site for a “Meet the Author” Joe Niese on Thursday, June 21, at 3 p.m. Niese is author of Burleigh Grimes: Baseball’s Last Legal Spitballer and Handy Andy: The Andy Pafko Story. He will read from his books and discuss baseball. Books will be available for purchase.

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Seven Lakes Fun Adventure Triathlon will be held Saturday June 23, beginning at 9 a.m. in Soo Line Park Pavilion, Amery. Run/walk 3.1 miles on the Stower Seven Lakes State Trail, Bike 16 miles on surrounding open county roads returning to the beach area, and Paddle (canoe/kayak or anything human powered) around South Twin Lake. Register online at runsignup. com/Race/WI/Amery/Stower SevenLakesTriathlon. Request registration form by email at admeyers@bremer. com or stop by Farm Table Restaurant. Completed forms can be dropped off at Farm Table or mailed to Friends of S7LST, Box 203, Amery.

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JUNE 24 Little Falls Church holds Pie and Ice Cream Social Pie and Ice Cream Social will be held on Sunday, June 24, from 4-6:30 p.m. at Little Falls Lutheran Church, 1272 44th Ave., Amery. On the menu is barbecue sandwich, chips, pickle, beverages, pie and ice cream.

Ladies of the Labyrinth Tea Party East Immanuel Lutheran Church Outdoor Chapel is the site for the 12th Annual Tea Party by the Ladies of the Labyrinth on Sunday, June 24, at 2 p.m. Theme is “Celebrating Tea Around the World.” Come enjoy a traditional tea party with food and entertainment! Don’t forget the hat contest! Call 715-268-6334 or 715-2682143 for reservations.

Come check out the many vendors and purchase some delicious baked goods at our Annual Vendor and Bake Sale fundraiser. The sale takes place at the Amery Area Community Center from 9 a.m.-2 p.m

ONGOING Ruby’s Pantry Held the 2nd Saturday of each month at the Congregational Church in Amery. Doors open at 7:30, food distribution from 9-10:30.

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St. Croix Valley Spinners and Fiber Arts Guild Meet the third Wednesday of each month from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., often at the Amery Library. We spin, knit, weave, anything fiber arts related, and we welcome new members. For more information call Julie 715268-7546 or Karen 715-268-6955.

Group Crosswords Riverbend Assisted Living and Willow Ridge Healthcare along with the Amery Public Library invite you to an hour of fun. Come challenge your mind with a crossword puzzle. They meet in the Burman Room at at the Amery Public Library at 10:30 a.m. on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays. 50 and older are welcome with refreshments provided. Call Amanda at Riverbend 715-268-9949 with questions.

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I hope you are enjoying the first weeks of summer. I know it doesn’t officially arrive until later this month, but it seems like once Memorial Day has passed and school adjourns, it’s summer. Summer is a time to slow down and enjoy the weather and relax. It’s also a great time to go see the latest, greatest blockbusters at the movie theaters. Some of the blockbusters from yesteryear are still popular with me. Recently I caught the 1973 science fiction movie “Soylent Green.” The movie was made in string of science fiction movies Publisher athat starred one of my idols, CharlTom Stangl ton Heston. He was in the first two “Planet of the Apes” movies and starred as the last human after a biological war in “The Omega Man.” Chuck had a knack of being able to sneer and snarl his way through these movies, always taking the moral high ground. “Take your stinking paws off me, you damned dirty ape!” he proclaims in “Planet of the Apes” as the first words heard from a human to an ape. At the end of the movie, when he discovers that humans have destroyed the planet: “You Maniacs! You blew it up! Ah, damn you! God damn you all to hell!” Great stuff. In “Soylent Green,” New York City of 2022 is home to 40 million people. Global warming from pollution has made the planet hot and inhospitable and the population eats protein crackers from the Soylent Corporation. The newest cracker – Soylent Green – proves very popular. People are told that plankton from the ocean is what’s being used as the secret ingredient, but Heston discovers the truth. The great Edward G. Robinson is in the movie, his final role. Robinson plays a “book,” a police worker assigned to a detective (Heston). A book does research and knows the law. Robinson learns that the oceans are dead and decides to go to one of the many assisted suicide centers to end his life. At the center, he chooses his favorite color (orange), favorite music (classical – LIGHT classical) and gets to view scenes of nature and wildlife, accompanied by Beethoven’s sixth symphony (the Pastoral). Heston follows and learns the truth from Robinson. He follows the disposal of Robinson’s body and learns that dead people are being turned into Soylent Green. Robinson knew that he was dying from cancer when he made the movie. He died before the movie was released. His performance during the scene where he has taken the suicide drug is more striking when you know this fact. Heston was moved to tears by Robinson’s performance in this scene and those are real tears you see on his face. The movie holds up fairly well 45 years after it hit theaters. The warnings about climate, unchecked corporations and government are still very valid today. I’ve always joked that I won’t get the respect that I have given elders during my life. If and when I make it to senior citizenhood, I more than likely will be turned into Soylent Green at the first sign of trouble. Yes, I know it’s a bit dark. If it happens, I hope I’m at least too chewy for a pleasant dining experience. 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.

Media burdens run two ways BY LEE H. HAMILTON COMMENTS ON CONGRESS

I was chatting with a group of students the other day when one of them looked me in the eye and commented, “You’re very tough on journalists.” I had to plead guilty. Of course I’m tough on journalists. Maybe even as tough on them as they are on politicians. Our representative democComments racy depends on Congress on journalists doing their jobs. Lee Hamilton Why? Because it’s essential that citizens get the solid, accurate, and fair information they need to make good judgments about politicians and policy decisions. Our system cannot work if journalists and the institutions they work for don’t shoulder the burden of serving as watchdogs, holding government accountable, shining a light on overlooked challenges, and exploring complicated issues in as clear-eyed a manner as possible. Which is why, if you value representative democracy, you have to be deeply concerned about the once-over-lightly journalism that fills our media. Too often, reporters, commentators and online contributors focus on trivia, partisan posturing, and political gamesmanship, and not on the substance of issues. The disruptive forces that have laid waste to traditional journalistic organizations have pared down the newsrooms that can carry out in-depth journalism and investigative reporting. Yet the world we live in is so complicated and so difficult to understand that the need is greater than ever for

journalists to pick out what really matters in their communities or in the nation and convey solid information to the citizen. I have no illusions about how difficult this is. Nailing down good information requires a lot of effort, persistence, and time. A single story can take months to follow carefully. Making sense of the issues that affect us — in politics, the legal system, medicine, war and peace, the economy — requires patience, expertise, analytical skill, and the ability to convey complexity in a simple fashion. The prevalence of fake news and misinformation makes this search for objective truth ever more difficult and challenging. If we don’t have the right information as citizens, then we don’t have the facts to shape our opinions — and we’re going to be in trouble as a nation. Disentangling truth and untruth from the citizen’s standpoint is really hard. So I applaud and admire journalists who are dedicated to truth. And there are enough of them that there is still plenty of good, solid reporting. It’s not always easy to find, though, amidst all the less-thansolid noise that fills our media landscape. This places a particular burden on us, as citizens, to work hard to find it and understand it. Especially because some of the institutions we once relied upon for independent, objective information — I’m thinking specifically of Congress here — have increasingly stopped serving as models for the search for truth. The plain truth is, there’s much to distract both journalists and citizens from what’s really necessary to cover and to understand. Sorting through all the information at our fingertips, distilling meaning from it, zeroing in on

what’s really important: that’s work that both journalists and ordinary citizens have to undertake. If you’re a local journalist, that means looking into every nook and cranny of government and chasing down what’s important and what doesn’t add up. For more broad-based journalists, the responsibility is to look at events, analyze them, and convey what needs to be conveyed to the public to make sound decisions about good governance. And for citizens, it means conscientiously following reliable, fact-oriented media — and not just a single source, either, because none has a monopoly on the truth — and using their reporting to make discriminating judgments about public affairs. Getting all of this right is essential to making our government work. Journalists have to ask themselves whether they are getting to the bottom of stories and giving enough information to citizens so they can make good judgments — or are they too focused on trivia and entertainment and posturing? And citizens — whose media tastes drive so much of what the media provide — need to be focused on what matters. It’s a complicated dance, but in the end, it comes down to one thing: journalists need to provide, and citizens need to ask for, the reporting that’s necessary to make the country work. Lee Hamilton is a Senior Advisor for the Indiana University Center on Representative Government; a Distinguished Scholar, IU School of Global and International Studies; and a Professor of Practice, IU School of Public and Environmental Affairs. He was a member of the U.S. House of Representatives for 34 years.

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Food Pantry greatful for donations To the editor: The Amery Area Food Pantry would like to say a HUGE thank you to all the residents of the Amery Area for your tremendous support of our pantry these past several months. First, we would like to thank the Amery Free Press for once again collecting both food items as well as monetary donations at their Spring Home Show. Next, we would like to thank the Boy Scouts for sponsoring a very successful food drive during the blizzard in April. Thanks to all of you in scouting for your work

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to collect food for the pantry. You collected 325 pounds of groceries for us. Also, we thank the Amery Post Office for sponsoring the annual “Stamping Out Hunger” drive that was conducted on May 12th. Our pantry was overflowing with food items at the end of the day. We weighed over 3800 pounds of food items. We also want to extend a HUGE thank you to all of the mail carriers who worked long hours that Saturday to collect all the food items that our community so generously donated to the pantry

that day. AND, a great big thank you to all of our faithful volunteers who then helped with the sorting and shelving of all the wonderful donations. Finally, thank you to the anonymous family who made a very generous monetary donation to our pantry this past month. The generosity of our community continues to amaze us. Our food pantry is blessed to have your continued support! God bless all of you. Shirley Klopotek / Cheryl Bowman Directors of the Amery Area Food Pantry

was involved in 44 US political races in 2014. In 2016, CA confirmed it worked for Trump’s campaign and campaign for United Kingdom (UK) to withdraw from European Union. SCL Group founder’s Nigel Oaks, Cambridge Analytica’s CEO Nix, and Mercers are from extremely wealthy families who don’t believe in government beyond basically providing military protection. SCL Group calls itself “a global election management agency” and is involved with trying to throw elections by manipulating public opinion. Last week, Steve Bannon, ex-Trump White House Chief Strategist, was in Italy pushing for Italy to leave the European Union, and pushing for Large Corporation sponsored candidates. Oaks and Nix, UK aristocratic, hired personnel who studied Hitler’s writings and speeches to use Hitler’s tactic to control his population. They support deregulation, limited social benefits, limited taxes (especially on the wealthy,) and heavy

spending on military protection. Hitler not only ordered killing of Jews and gypsies. Hitler attacked the Free Press, ordered killing journalists, university professors, priests, ministers, Serbians, and others who didn’t support him or Hitler felt were inferior. Hitler knew he needed to provide scapegoats, people or ideas to hate, to rally people on his side. So please research. Don’t be manipulated. Real news discloses what an opinion is. This is main stream news, not “fake.” Suggestions that provide discussion with both political parties are PBS’ News Hour and Friday’s Washington Week, Sunday morning ABC, CBS, and NBC round-tables, and PBS investigative programs. Most can download on mobile devices or listen on computer, including foreign news in English. Cheryl Moskal (Previous area resident) Denver, CO

Truth or Opinion To the editor: We hear comments, often portrayed as news. It’s important to research. Research should include financial support of comments or articles, political motivation, and are there other reliable, uninterested sources. Talk radio and commentaries on CNN, Fox, etc. are mostly opinions. We’ve heard of the Russian (Steele) Dossier, mostly unproven to date. The dossier was original funded and contracted by Fusion GPS, conservative political website’s Washington Free Beacon, and used by conservatives to find dirt on Trump until Trump was the Republican candidate. We’ve heard about the recently defunct Cambridge Analytica (CA), data mining political consulting firm. Started in 2013, off-shoot of British SCL Group, and partly owned by Robert Mercer’s family. Mercer, American hedgefund manager, supports politically conservative causes. Steve Bannon was CA’s Vice-President. It’s UK CEO, Alexander Nix, stated CA

To the editor: For forty-one years, the Amery Woman’s Club has sponsored the Amery Art and Craft Fair. From the sidewalks along Keller Avenue four decades ago to the tree lined walkway of beautiful North Park, the Amery Art and Craft Fair has transitioned into a very large, diverse, and fun annual event showcasing the talents of local and area crafters and artists. Various food vendors will also be providing tasty specialties, from gyros to gourmet popcorn. The Fair will be held in North Park on Saturday, June 16, 2018 from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. This is the major yearly fundraiser for the Amery Woman’s Club to raise monies in support of many community charitable organizations and over $3,250 in scholarships to local youth and adult non-traditional students. The Fair also provides a showcase for crafters and artists from the local and surrounding areas. Variety, uniqueness, craftsmanship, and talent are found at each of the almost 100 exhibit booths. Many vendors return year after year. If it is something special you are seeking, this is the place to find it! Famous for their homemade cookies, Amery Woman’s Club members will have dozens of varieties of their special baked goods available for sale at the AWC Booth. With free admittance you can plan to make a day of it with family and friends. See you at the Fair! Nell Anderson Amery Woman’s Club Amery, Wis.

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Teamwork: A key to success In the midst of the NBA and NHL finals one might think a discussion on teamwork belongs on the sports pages. But the teamwork I am referring to is not played on a basketball court or on a sheet of ice. This teamwork is demonstrated Local right here in Voices Polk County Vince Netherland by our local and county Polk County governments, private Econ. Dev. businesses, schools, and citizens. Working together, these entities and individuals are creating a synergy that is strengthening our communities. Polk County and each of its villages, cities, and townships,

are always undergoing some sort of change. Businesses come and go. Population and demographics can swing in various directions. The economy can be strong or weak. With respect to our home towns, how this turbulence is handled often determines the winners and losers. As the head of the Polk County Economic Development Corporation I have observed first-hand how the various components of our county handles opportunities and adversity. I have been impressed with the willingness of individuals, businesses, and governmental units to work through their differences and find solutions. All of these ‘players’ have unique perspectives and priorities that sometimes put them at odds. However, we have many recent examples where compromise and teamwork have resulted in big wins for

all of us. A few examples of these ‘wins’ include: Broadband is expanding to

I have been impressed with the willingness of individuals, businesses, and governmental units to work through their differences and find solutions. some rural areas of the county. Private internet service providers are working to expand fiber-optic cable throughout the area. Regulatory burdens and fees were reduced by the county and villages to support

the effort. Also, State grants were awarded to help in the expansion. Local business people joined forces to bring a much-needed financial institution to Balsam Lake. Putting up their own money, private citizens secured possession of the old bank building and worked to recruit First Bank of Baldwin to open a branch in the county seat this summer. The new Discovery Center and Fabrication Lab in Osceola is enhancing the service and learning capabilities in the village and region. These projects are the result of teamwork among government entities, private businesses and private citizens donating time, work, and money. Workforce Resource conducted a Construction Skills Academy and CESA 11 continues to implement the Youth Apprenticeship Program with

county high schools and businesses. These programs are training workers and filling job vacancies. The county has worked diligently to bring a satellite campus of WITC to Polk County. This new campus will be located in Balsam Lake and, beginning this fall, will serve the needs of many citizens aiming to improve their education and skills. These are just a few examples, but they demonstrate the power of teamwork. Businesses, government, and private citizens have focused on common goals and they are delivering results. While every action or ‘play’ may not be successful, we should continue to encourage teamwork and stay focused on the big picture: a thriving area to live, work, and raise a family.

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Polk County Arrests Jonathan T. Bazille, 17, Amery, was arrested on May 22 for disorderly conduct and bail jumping. Candie E. Ohs, 23, Oakdale, MN, was arrested on May 23 for FTA (fail to appear) warrant and possession of marijuana. Sean J. Martin, 48, Luck, was arrested on May 23 for disorderly conduct and resisting an officer. Patrick E. Smith, 54, Cushing, was arrested on May 23 for domestic battery and domestic disorderly conduct. Nasheika A. Albertus, 28, Frederic, was arrested on May 26 for bail jumping. Linda M. Bibeau, 74, Balsam Lake, was arrested on May 24 for misdemeanor shoplifting.

Britney M. Vaughn, 29, Eau Claire, was arrested on May 26 for shoplifting, resisting an officer, and felony bail jumping. Ryan M. Wilson, 36, Amery, was arrested on May 25 for misdemeanor bail jumping and possession of meth. Teri A. Raasch-Cross, 35, St. Croix Falls, was arrested on May 26 for possession of THC and paraphernalia. Nicole M. Morales, 44, Clayton, was arrested on May 24 for domestic disorderly conduct and battery. Shawn M. Nelson, 39, Blaine, MN, was arrested on May 28 for resisting an officer and disorderly conduct. Amber N. Rundle, 31, Hopkins, MN, was arrested on May 25 for possession of meth and meth paraphernalia,

and OWI 1st with child under 16. Troy R. Larson, 50, Taylors Falls, MN, was arrested on May 26 for possession of meth paraphernalia, obstructing an officer, OWI 1st drug, possession of methamphetamine and possession of a controlled substance on or near certain places. Brandon S. Dellios, 26, Amery, was arrested on May 21 for a probation hold. Brett T. Nelson, 50, River Falls, was arrested on May 24 for a probation hold. Joshua A. Secouler, 36, Eau Claire, was arrested on May 24 for FTA (fail to appear) felony warrant. Aaron J. Merrill, 32, Luck, was arrested on May 25 for a probation hold.

Amery Police Report 05/25/18-05/31/18 05/25/18, 09:48a.m. , Juvenile call 05/25/18, 01:45P.m. , Assist citizen 05/25/18, 03:20p.m. , Assist with medical call 05/25/18, 07:50p.m. , Assist other agency 05/26/18, 10:40a.m. , Hit and run motor vehicle accident in parking lot 05/26/18, 11:37a.m. , Assist in civil matter 05/26/18, 12:30p.m. , Mental health call 05/26/18, 03:45p.m. , Suspicious activity 05/26/18, 04:29p.m. , Motor vehicle accident 05/26/18, 08:15p.m. , Traffic complaint 05/27/18, 10:17a.m. , Assist other agency 05/27/18, 11:15a.m. , Assist citizen 05/27/18, 11:31a.m. , Assist other agency traffic for MVA 05/27/18, 03:28p.m. , Gas drive off 05/27/18, 04:55p.m. , Residential

alarm 05/27/18, 07:20p.m. , Suspicious activity 05/27/18, 08:15p.m. , Traffic complaint 05/27/18, 08:45p.m. , Suspicious activity 05/27/18, 10:39p.m. , Assist citizen 05/28/18, 12:03p.m. , Assist citizen 05/28/18, 01:00p.m. , Gas drive off 05/28/18, 01:00p.m. , Juvenile call 05/28/18, 03:40p.m. , Welfare check 05/28/18, 03:48p.m. , Disturbance 05/28/18, 07:15p.m. , Assist citizen 05/28/18, 08:45p.m. , Animal control call 05/29/18, 11:00a.m. , Vehicle lockout 05/29/18, 11:14a.m. , Theft report 05/29/18, 01:09p.m. , Animal control call 05/29/18, 03:00p.m. , Welfare check 05/29/18, 03:18p.m. , Suspicious activity 05/29/18, 03:22p.m. , Disturbance 05/29/18, 03:51p.m. , Theft report 05/29/18, 06:24p.m. , Report of fraud

05/29/18, 07:02p.m. , Animal control call 05/29/18, 08:33p.m. , Assist citizen 05/29/18, 09:27p.m. , Assist other agency 05/30/18, 02:04a.m. , Suspicious activity 05/30/18, 03:05a.m. , Disturbance 05/30/18, 02:05p.m. , Traffic complaint 05/30/18, 06:10p.m. , Juvenile call 05/30/18, 10:26p.m. , Assist citizen 05/30/18, 11:24p.m. , Animal control call 05/31/18, 10:32a.m. , Mental health call 05/31/18, 01:05p.m. , Juvenile call 05/31/18, 03:59p.m. , Assist other agency 05/31/18, 08:25p.m. , Vehicle lockout 05/31/18, 11:46p.m. , Juvenile call

Arrests: Sarah Hassan, 32 of Amery. Disorderly Conduct

Polk County Circuit Court Appearance date: May 15, 2018 Julie K. Clayton, 58, Centuria, operating a motor vehicle without insurance, $00.50. Jayme L. Cooper, 43, New Richmond, operate without valid license (1st violation), $200.50; operating a motor vehicle without insurance, $200.50. Benedict M. Gaetz, 52, Amery, operating a motor vehicle without insurance, $200.50. Jeremy J. Hall, 29, St. Croix Falls, speeding in 55 mph zone (11-15 mph),

$175.30. Stephen F. Holden, 49, Centuria, possession of marijuana, $263.50; operating while revoked (forfeiture 1st), $200.50. Mark R. Holden, 16, Milltown, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10. Daniel B. Huppert, 50, Clayton, speeding in 55 mph zone (11-15 mph), $175.30. Carrie A. Lamachia, 21, Balsam Lake, exceeding speed zones (1-10 mph), $175.30.

Richard L. Loomis, 54, Osceola, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10. Ronald E. Peterson, 64, New Richmond, speeding in 55 mph zone (25-29 mph), $250.90. Austin R. Swing, 20, Shafer, MN, operate motor vehicle without adequate muffler, $175.30. Jacob J. Tourville, 22, Rice Lake, speeding in 55 mph zone (20-24 mph), $225.70.

Couple sought in shooting arrested MENOMONIE, Wis. (AP) — Two people suspected in a weekend shooting in northwestern Wisconsin are under arrest. The Dunn County Sheriff’s Office says the 34-year-old Red Wing, Minnesota man and 36-year-old Ellsworth woman were taken into custody Thursday.

Earlier, Barron County authorities learned that the suspects were spotted at a Dollar General Store in Rice Lake. A red Jetta Volkswagen stolen out of Woodbury, Minnesota, fled when authorities arrived. The Jetta was lost during a chase but found again returning to the store, and the suspects arrested.

The two were wanted in the shooting of a man late Sunday night in the Town of Tainter. The 48-year-old man from rural Colfax was shot in the leg. Authorities haven’t provided any motive for the shooting but say the victim and the suspects knew each other.

Man arrested, accused of threats that canceled graduation SPARTA, Wis. (AP) — Police say the Iowa man accused of making threats to kill estranged relatives at a high school graduation in Wisconsin has been arrested. The Sparta Police Department said Benjamin Sidie was taken into custody by Dubuque, Iowa police on Monday. School district officials in Sparta decided to cancel Friday’s graduation because of the alleged threats. Police said most of the threats were made by text message over a period of several days. Sgt. Jason Pipkin says Sidie “threatened to die by suicide by cop. And he was going to do it at the graduation.” Police worked with the FBI to locate the 44-year-old suspect and did not believe he was in Wisconsin. His last known address is in Osceola, Iowa. School district administrators promised to reschedule the graduation ceremony when the threat was resolved.

Sheriff issues burglary warning The Polk County Sheriff’s office is urging residents to keep their homes, cabins and garages locked. The following was posted on the department’s Facebook page: We have had a lot of burglaries and theft in the Southeastern area of Polk County. These seem to be occurring during daylight hours and a common tactic is for someone to knock on the door and if no one answers to proceed with the burglary. A common target has been abandoned houses, cabins and new construction. If you notice anything out of place or moved please do not touch the item and call law enforcement ASAP. Please lock your doors, take all keys out of cars and secure anything stored outside. If you see anything please call dispatch at 715-485-8300. If you can get vehicle plates without putting yourself in harms way please do. The department is also looking for a late model Ford van. It has been operating in the Clear Lake, Clayton, Amery, Deer Park and Star Prairie areas of Polk County. Citizens are urged to call dispatch at 715-485-8300 or Investigator Andrew Vitalis. If the van is spotted.

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110 Years Ago June 4, 1908

They were more fortunate at the Clear Lake Hardware. There they stole a bunch of tackle, wrenches, shells and other hardware items. The same evening, prowlers probably the same ones, entered a feed mill at Cumberland.

New School House At the special school meeting held last Friday evening at the schoolhouse as per call of the clerk, for the purpose of voting on the proposition of borrowing money from the state trust funds to build a large addition and to put the old building in first class condition, the citizens proved conclusively that they wanted a new schoolhouse. The vote was practically unanimously in favor of borrowing the money and a committee was elected to secure plans, specifications and start the preliminary work. When the new building is completed we will have the largest and most up-to-date schoolhouse in the county. One that we may look with pride upon when a stranger visits our village instead of steering him off on a side street rather than have him pass Yesterday’s by the school. News Not only that, but it will be Diane Stangl safe, properly heated, lighted and ventilated in the most approved modern fashion. Here’s to the new schoolhouse and here’s to Amery’s public-spirited citizens.

100 Years Ago June 8, 1918 All Idlers Must Fight or Labor Every man of draft age must either work or fight after July 1 under a drastic amendment of the selective service regulations announced by General Crowder, provost marshal general. Not only idlers, but all draft registrants engaged in what are held to be non-useful occupations are to be hauled before local boards and given the choice of a new job or the army. Gamblers, race track and bucket shop attendants and fortune tellers head the list, but those who will be reached by the new regulation also include: waiters and bartenders, theater ushers and attendants, passenger elevator operators and other attendants of clubs, hotels, stores, etc., domestics and clerks in stores. Deferred classification granted on account of dependents will be disregarded entirely in applying the rule. A man may be at the bottom of class 1, or even in class 4, but if he falls within the regulation and refuses to take useful employment he will be given a new number in class 1 that will send him into the military service forthwith. Local boards are authorized to use discretion only where they find that enforced change of employment would result in disproportionate hardship upon his dependents.

60 Years Ago June 5, 1958 Thieves Take Candy, Ice Cream at Store

William Amery’s granddaughter presents photo Mrs. Marie Ryder, left, chairman of the Amery Library Board of the Woman’s Club is pictured above accepting a photo of William Amery by his granddaughter, Miss Elizabeth Amery of Baltimore, Maryland back in 1963. The presentation was made at a Woman’s Club luncheon at Owly’s Café. Miss Amery came to this state to attend a class reunion at the University of Wisconsin and had been spending time in Osceola. The guest of honor addressed the meeting concerning early history.

95 Years Ago June 7, 1923 Hard Luck in Bunches Mrs. Oscar Larson went to a St. Paul hospital last week to have her eyes treated. Before her husband, who went with her came home, he and sister, Miss Celia Larson, went to the hospital to see Mrs. Larson. While there, someone stole the car and no trace of it has been found. To add to their troubles it was found on their arrival home that one of their horses had choked to death on feed during their absence.

85 Years Ago June 8, 1933

Mr. Johnson informs us that he will not handle beer at any time.

Citizens Respond Mayor W. T. Kennedy’s proffered cooperation with property owners in the movement for the eradication of cottonwood trees in the city seems to have touched a responsive chord. Many have commented favorable and a number of property owners have signified a willingness to do away with the nuisance provided a feasible plan can be worked out. Because of the great size of many of the trees expert work would be necessary to ward against damage to telephone and power lines and other property.

Fire Damages Princess Café A fire, which destroyed the stock and badly damaged the building of the Princess Confectionary Company started from the explosion of a gas stove Monday noon. The fire company was on the job in record time but the gas from the explosion caught fire to the frame structure in a manner that was hard to extinguish. Mr. and Mrs. Wilhelm saved a part of their household goods but the greater part of their clothing was destroyed. The fixtures in the store on the main floor were badly damaged by smoke, water and heat. Mr. Wilhelm was badly burned about the neck, head and hands as a result of the explosion and Chas. Johnson was all but overcome by smoke while assisting to remove furniture from the apartments on the second floor. The Wilhelm family is temporarily housed in the apartment over the Clay Market.

Johnson Drug Store Continues Improvements The Johnson Drug Store, besides installing a new fountain, has installed built-in booths and other equipment and the interior has been refinished and redecorated.

80 Years Ago June 9, 1938 Bitten By Rat Lloyd Parisi suffered an injury to the index finger of his right hand Monday afternoon when he went to pick up a large rat, thinking it was a rabbit. It is believed that the rat had been poisoned as it lay there and failed to run when the boy approached it.

Legion Votes to Purchase Gem Theater The George H. Larson post of the American Legion took a big forward step at a special meeting Wednesday night, when members voted to buy the old Gem Theater building from A. M. Paulson, owner of the new Amery Theater. The deal is expected to be closed within a week and when it is the Legionnaires will immediately begin plans for remodeling and improvement of the building to suit the Legion’s purpose. It is contemplated that the stage section will be partitioned off and used for a clubroom. The main auditorium section will be used for dinners, dances, etc. Whether the Legion will open the hall on a

rental basis for special parties, ladies aids, and church dinners, will be determined later.

65 Years Ago June 4, 1953 Tornado Carries Vase on Velvety Carpet Freak occurrences resulting from the May 10 tornado will probably keep popping up for the next decade. This week found another interesting one coming to light. Mrs. George Brandt found an old, glass vase, which she found under a pile of debris in their completely shambled upstairs rooms. Not one chip is out of the perfect vase despite the fact that she has never seen it before and does not know where it came from in its flight. Owner of the object may have it by appearing at the Brandt household on South Twin Lake in Amery and claiming it.

Could Be…! Dirt is being moved in earnest in the south part of Amery and from all present indications, a motel is on the way. While no formal announcement can be made this week, groundwork is being rushed to house a 16-unit structure on the corner of the junction of county trunk F and state highway 46 in Amery.

Three Break-ins in Polk County Apparently the thieves who prowled places in the county on Monday evening were of the hungry variety. Sheriff James Moore reported this week that they purloined 22 pounds of butter (they know the value of dairy products!) and a canned ham at Erickson’s Store in Centuria. They also tampered with some flour and tried to move the safe but without luck. They found no money. At Clear Lake, they entered the Central Lumber Company office, broke open the till but found no cash and left.

The Riley & Bird store was entered some time Monday night, Undersheriff James Moore reported this week. “It looked like the work of some kids,” Moore said. Taken were cigarettes, candy and ice cream. The store is located north of Amery at the junction of highways 8 and 46.

Poskin Boy Drinks Iodine A two-year-old Poskin boy was released from Lakeside hospital following care of internal burns suffered when he swallowed some iodine Monday afternoon. Randy Amborn, son of Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd Amborn, was rushed to the office of a Barron doctor about 2:45 p.m., where his stomach was pumped. Dr. Howard Templeton, who treated the boy, said he had minor burns in his mouth and throat. Randy had eaten popcorn previously and it was believed the iodine did little damage to the stomach.

55 Years Ago June 13, 1963 Youngster Becomes Ill Sunday, Dies Monday Lawrence, eight-year-old son of Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Pratt, died at ARVM hospital Monday, the victim of an unusual disease. Attending physician Dr. Herbert Dasler, informed this newspaper that death was due to a meningitis caused by an H-influenza microbe. He stated that this was not an epidemic-type disease and was rarely found where it attacked the brain and spinal column as in this case. In apparent good health the day before, young Lawrence went fishing Sunday morning and played all afternoon. About 9 p.m., he complained of feeling ill and showed symptoms of chills and upset stomach. His mother attended him during the evening and about 5:30 a.m. he became delirious and Dr. Dasler was consulted. He was taken immediately to the ARVM hospital but never regained consciousness from a coma. Treatment was started for his illness but he failed to rally and died shortly after noon. A Twin City pathologist confirmed the local diagnosis of the ailment.

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Economist will run for Wisconsin’s 7th Congressional District Dennis Paulaha, a Ph.D. economist, in April announced his candidacy for Congress in Wisconsin’s 7th Congressional District. Paulaha, a Hudson resiPaulaha dent and Democrat, is building his platform on issues such as single-payer health care, mitigating climate change, improving

gun regulations and funding public education. “They’re not just people issues, they’re economic issues,” he said in a press release, “and if we get them right, we can lay the foundation for the greatest period of economic growth in our history.” Paulaha, an economist and professor, expressed strong opinions about the current Republican agenda. “The only ones who are going to benefit from the

Make America Great Again tax cut and the Republican destruction of government are a few rich people and the Russians, who will have a weaker enemy,” he said. “The most important question the 2018 elections have to answer is: Are Americans willing to let bigotry, prejudice, anti-government dogma, and limited-freedom rhetoric tear our country apart, or are they going to stand up for what America is supposed to be?” Dr. Paulaha wrote a book

— he calls it “kind of a fable” — to help Democrats win elections. Then he decided to run himself. The book, “Wealth and Freedom,” is free to read on his web site. Paulaha earned B.S. and M.A. degrees in economics from the University of Minnesota and a Ph.D. in economics from the University of Washington. As a college and university professor, he taught macroeconomic and microeconomic theory at

the principles, intermediate, advanced and graduate level, monetary theory and policy, environmental economics, and special issues courses. In the real world, he wrote investment newsletters with as many as 70,000 paid subscribers and was vice president of research and marketing for a national brokerage firm. He has been interviewed by magazines and newspapers and appeared on television and radio programs discussing his books.

Ali Holzman announces candidacy for State Assembly Rice Lake, WI -- Allison “Ali” Holzman announced her candidacy to represent Wisconsin’s 75th Assembly District as a Democrat. Holzman, 31, manages the regional office of the Wisconsin Education Association Council in Rice Lake, and raises cattle, sheep, goats, and chickens with her family on a small farm outside Cumberland. Her daughter, Olivia, will finish 2nd grade at Cumberland Elementary School this week. “I’ve lived in many parts of the country, in towns ranging in population from 99 to 300,000,” Holzman said. “I know the value of rural communities, which is why I’ve chosen to raise my daughter in this wonderful area.” “Now, more than ever, I think it’s extremely important for people to

Holzman and her daughter, Olivia

get involved and have a voice in our government. Madison politicians do a great job of looking out for special interests and wealthy corporations, but who is looking out for our families? Our part of Wisconsin sees no benefit from giving a multi-billion-dollar handout to a giant corporation hundreds of miles away.” “I will fight every day to put working families first. Everyone should have the right to quality healthcare, regardless of pre-existing conditions. We need paid parental leave, affordable childcare, and employment policies that give people the freedom to care for their families without falling behind financially. And we need to fully fund our public education systems and end the student debt crisis

that’s keeping so many people in my generation and younger from starting families, buying homes, and opening up new businesses.” “People who work hard ought to be able to get ahead, but somehow it just doesn’t seem to be working out that way in our part of the state. I look forward to talking with voters of the 75th District over the next five months about how we can do better,” Holzman concluded. The 75th District includes all of Barron County, southern Washburn County, and parts of Burnett, Dunn, Polk, and St. Croix Counties.

Second graders raise over $700 for African schoolchildren The second grade classes of Mrs. Cronk, Mrs. Komanec, Mrs. Melberg, Mrs. Wentz, Mrs. Ellevold, Mrs. Kastanek’s looping class, and Mrs. Kennedy’s project based class from Lien Elementary collected money to send children in Africa to school, after reading a story called “Beatrice’s Goat”.

Back row, left to right: Mrs. Wentz, Joseph Maukstad, Torr Vierkandt Middle row left to right: Macey Melberg, Easton D’Ambrosio, Rian Wallberg, Maddie Jicinsky, Anna Williamson, Elijah Fox, Calvin Kurtzhals, Griffin Wilcox, Hayden Andersen, Olivia Sobczak, Isaac Thayer, Brandon Swank, Wyatt Reyes, Front row, left to right: Maggie Elmer, Liam Ziegler, Myka McCarty

The teachers challenged the students to collect $25 from each classroom. If the students reached their goal, their teacher would have to kiss a goat for each $25 collected. The class collecting the most money would receive Thrivent Action Team t-shirts, pick a prize, and get their picture in the paper.

The class collecting the most money was Mrs. Wentz’s classroom. We also collected Legos to send to Africa. Mrs. Melberg’s class collected the most Legos. Not only did the students meet their goal, but they exceeded the challenge. They collected over $762, which is enough to send 30 children

to primary school for a year in Kenya. Mrs. Wentz’s class collected $329 of that total. Hayden and Maddie’s families donated a scholarship for each of their own school aged children and several other students donated enough for one full scholarship. Thank you to all for “Living Generously”.

Mrs. Wentz is pictured kissing Nolan and Macey Melberg’s goat that Anna Melberg brought for the event.

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Students observe a TI rover executing its programming.

Middle school students work on a controller made with the Makey Makey lab.

GRANTS: Funds enhance learning using reading, programming and play FROM PAGE ONE

lum,” Paulson said. Jen Melberg, second grade instructor at Lien Elementary, used her grant money to create a Makerspace lab. Elements purchased allowed students to do robotics coding and snap circuits, as well as other technology based activities that are fun for the students. Included in the lab was a green screen which allowed students to be inserted into videos. Melberg hopes to expand the program to a 4K – 2nd grade in the next school year. Greta McCarty, Library Media Specialist and Technology Integrator, used her grant to create a Makerspace in the Middle School Library. A Makey Makey circuit board invention kit allowed students to use connector wires and a USB cable to make controllers out of many things from a banana, to foil, to control computers and games that students created. Amy Klein used her grant to create a new program in Amery: We All Read. The program purchased leisure reading books for classrooms, created a logo and signage to encourage parents to read to their students for 20 minutes each evening and encouraged reading by adults of all ages. The school is partnering with the Amery Area Public Library to encourage reading and to utilize the public library’s youth and adult reading

The mini grant paid for classroom libraries.

programs. The green screen in the Makerspace lab is being used to create Read to Me stories, videos of students and community members reading books with the book projected behind the reader. The videos may be accessed online. Cards with quick read codes that contain links to the stories that can be used by smartphones are being left at restaurants and anywhere children are waiting. Paula Stevens used her grant money to purchase five Texas Instruments Innovator Rovers. The small rovers use Texas Instrument calculators for students to do computer coding. The students code the rovers to perform tasks. Students successfully controlled the rovers and their features with their own programs. Paula Johnson used her grant money to purchase equipment that is used for alternative recess. A wide variety of games and toys were purchased that could be used indoors as well as outdoors. Johnson told the board that the games taught students social and relationship skills, getting students to cooperate, play fair and interact with peers outside of their friend groups. The games allowed students to learn inclusion, empathy and communication. Board members expressed their satisfaction and support for the projects as well as pride in the innovation shown by the instructors.

Elementary students play with some of the new toys purchased for alternative recess.

Sigsworth hired by city to care for cemetery BY TOM STANGL TSTANGL@THEAMERYFREEPRESS.COM

Dan Sigsworth will once again be taking care of the Amery Cemetery. At a Parks and Recreation Committee meeting Monday night, an understanding was

reached between Sigsworth, members of the cemetery board and the committee. Sigsworth will take care of mowing and watering of the urns for $12 an hour, not to exceed $400 a week. In a month, the arrangement will be reviewed.

Sigsworth was rehired before Memorial Day. At the meeting, Committee Chair Rick Van Blaricom explained the arrangement the city has reached with the cemetery to take care of the mowing. Summer help hired by the city will take care of the weed

whipping during the summer. The city has budgeted $6,000 for the upkeep of the cemetery. Chuck Williamson, Karen Christopherson, Jim Leadholm, Dan Lien and Marv Maxon were in attendance at the meeting to offer informa-

tion and opinions on the care of the cemetery. Alderman Tim Strohbusch told the persons in attendance that the city has a limited amount of funds to accomplish the job and that everyone will need to give a little to accomplish the goal.

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AREA CHURCHES AMERY FREE LUTHERAN, 1 mile west of golf course on CTH F, Eric Christenson, pastor www.ameryflc.org Every Sunday: 9:15 a.m. Worship Service. Call the church office for details 715-268-9218 APPLE RIVER COMMUNITY, 942 Hwy. 8, Amery Justin Hosking, pastor Sunday: 9:30 a.m. Sunday School for all ages; 10:15 a.m. Coffee & Fellowship; 10:30 a.m. Morning Worship. Wednesday: 10 a.m. Men’s Bible Study. BALSAM LUTHERAN, 1115 Mains Crossing, Amery, Dan Watland, pastor Wednesday, June 6: 6 p.m. Confirmation class. Sunday, June 10: 8:30 a.m. Youth Sessions; 9:30 a.m. Fellowship; 10:15 a.m. Holy Worship. Tuesday, June 12: 8:30 a.m. Quilting at Elim. CENTERPOINT, 740 Maple Drive, St. Croix Falls (High school) Dick Enerson, pastor Sunday: 10-11:15 a.m. Worship celebration; Children’s church (SuperKidz) age 4-5th grade; Nursery (KidzKorner) birth-3 years. Cell Groups (small group Bible studies) offered throughout the week. CHURCH OF CHRIST, St. Croix Falls Jack Philips, evangelist Sunday: 9:30 a.m. Bible Study; 10:45 a.m. Worship. Wednesday: 7 p.m. Bible Study and Devotions. CLEAR LAKE UNITED METHODIST, John Hazen, pastor Sunday: 9:45 a.m. Worship. Wednesday: 5:30 p.m. Meal for all; 6 p.m. Church school. CONGREGATIONAL, 201 N. Harriman Ave., Amery Barry Schaefer, pastor Wednesday, June 6: 7 pm Money Management. Thursday, June 7: 9:30 a.m. Local Communions; 9:30 a.m. Senior Dining Hall opens; 5 p.m. Women’s Bible Study. Friday, June 8: 9 a.m. Pastoral Leaders; 9:30 a.m. Senior Dining Hall opens. Saturday, June 9: 6 a.m. Food set-up; 7:30 a.m. Registration begins for Ruby’s Pantry; 8 a.m. Car Care; 9 a.m. Registration ends - Food distribution begins. Sunday, June 10: 10 a.m. Worship/Mission Team send-off; 11:15 a.m. Diaconate meeting. Monday, June 11: 9:30 a.m. Senior Dining Hall open; 7 pm. Boy Scouts. Tuesday, June 12: 6:30 a.m. Men’s Bible Study; 9:30 a.m. Senior Dining Hall open; 10 a.m. Bible Study. DEER PARK UNITED METHODIST, John Hazen, pastor Sunday: 8:30 a.m. Worship. DERONDA LUTHERAN, 1239 65th Ave., Amery Lori Peper, pastor 715-268-9577 Wednesday, June 5: 10 a.m. Staff meeting; 1-4 p.m. Pastor has services at nursing homes; 8 p.m. Choir rehearsal. Thursday, June 7: 9 a.m. Deronda Quilting; 6:30 p.m. Youth Committee at Deronda. Friday, June 8: 4-8 p.m. Backpack Fundraiser at Amery Fire Hall. Sunday, June 10: 8 a.m. Deronda worship with Holy Communion; 9:30 a.m Little Falls worship with Holy Communion; 11 a.m. Trinity worship with Holy Communion; 7-8:30 p.m. Confirmation students invited to Pastor Lori’s home for campfire and fellowship. Tuesday, June 12: 7 p.m. Church Councils meet at Trinity. See our website for up-to-date scheduling www.deronda church.net EAST BALSAM BAPTIST, 1816 108th St./CTH I, Balsam Lake, Gabriel Brennan, pastor www.eastbalsam.org 715-857-5411 Sunday: 9 a.m. Worship service; 10:30 a.m. Sunday school. Tuesday: Women’s Ministry; 9 a.m. Bible Study. EAST IMMANUEL LUTHERAN, south of Amery on Hwy. 46 then west on 20th Ave., Kathy Pennington, pastor Sunday, June 10: 10 a.m. Worship. Tuesday, June 12: 9 a.m. Quilting. EAST LINCOLN ALLIANCE, 735 70th Ave., Amery 715-268-2350 www.eastlincolnalliance.com Eric Danielson and Randy Schussman, pastors Sunday: 8:45 a.m. Prayer Meeting; 9 a.m. Coffee and Fellowship; 9:30 a.m. Worship service. Child Care and Discovery Land for children are provided during Worship service. Small groups meet throughout the week. Contact the church office for further details. Recharge for Middle and High School students, 6 p.m. every Wednesday. EL SALEM BAPTIST/TWIN FALLS CHRISTIAN CENTER, Dresser, Darryl R. Olson, pastor Sunday 9:30 a.m. Sunday school; 10:35 a.m. Worship; 6 p.m. Sunday evening. Wednesday: 7 p.m. Bible Study.

ELIM LUTHERAN, Range, Dan Watland, pastor Sunday: 8:30 a.m. Worship. Holy Communion 2nd and 3rd Sundays. Council 3rd Tuesday at 6 p.m. FAITH LUTHERAN (ELCA), 301 1st Ave. East (across from public beach on Co. Rd. I)Balsam Lake, 715-4853800, Diane Norstad, pastor Sunday: 9:30 a.m. Sunday worship; Communion first and last Sunday. Sunday school has changed to J.A.M. (Jesus & Me) Wednesday evenings at 6:30 p.m. FAITH LUTHERAN (ELCA), 134 Prentice St. S, Clayton Margaret Grant, pastor Sunday: 9 a.m. Sunday school; 9:45 a.m. Worship; 10:45 a.m. Fellowship. Men’s Bible Study 2nd Sunday 6 p.m. Mission Quilting Tuesdays 9 a.m. FIRST LUTHERAN, 240 Elm St., Amery Tim Bjorge, pastor Wednesday, June 6: 6 pm. Men in Mission at Gary Ganje’s. Thursday, June 7: 8 a.m. Bible Study here; 8:30 a.m. Quilters; 7 p.m. Al Anon. Saturday, June 9: Car Care. Sunday, June 10: 9 a.m. Worship; Honor our Grads reception after worship. Tuesday, June 12: 8:30 a.m. Property committee; 9 a.m.-6 p.m. WIC Clinic; 6:30 p.m. Worship committee. FIRST LUTHERAN (LCMC), 811 South Ave. W, Clear Lake www.firstluthclearlake.com Bryan S. Anderson, pastor Jun 8 & 9: First Lutheran Youth & Family Joyful Noise Concert. Sunday, June 10: 8:30 a.m. Contemporary Worship; 9:30 a.m. Fellowship; 10 a.m. Traditional worship; 11 a.m. Church Potluck Fundraiser; 6-8 p.m. Knotty Pine 4-H meeting. Monday, June 11: 10 a.m. Staff meeting; 3 p.m. Service at Golden Age Manor. Tuesday, June 12: 9 a.m. Quilting. FIRST PRESYTERIAN, 719 Nevada St., St. Croix Falls Barbara Anne Keely, pastor Sunday: 10:15 a.m. Coffee and Fellowship; 11 a.m. Worship. FOREST UNITED METHODIST, John Hazen, pastor Sunday: 11 a.m. Worship. FULL GOSPEL LIGHTHOUSE, Graytown Merlin Burton, pastor Sunday: 10:30 a.m. Sunday school; 11 a.m. Worship.

GEORGETOWN LUTHERAN-ELCA, 877 190th Ave. Co. Rd. G, Balsam Lake (Fox Creek) 715-857-5580 serving@georgetownlutheran.net Pastor Diane House Sunday: 9:15 a.m. Sunday school; 10:30 a.m. Worship; Communion 1st and 3rd Sunday. GRACE LUTHERAN - WELS, 460 4th St., Clear Lake, Ellery W. Groth, pastor 715-491-4330 Sunday service 8:30 a.m. Bible Class Thursday morning 10 a.m. Ladies Aid 2nd Thursday of month 2:30 p.m. HOLY TRINITY ORTHODOX, 511 1st St., Clayton, 715-948-2493 htoc@amerytel.net Chris Wojcik, pastor Sundays: 9:30 a.m. Divine Liturgy. HOLY TRINITY UNITED METHODIST, 1606 165th Ave., Centuria, on CTH I between Balsam Lake and Centuria Freddie Kirk, pastor Sunday: 8:30 a.m. Worship. IMMANUEL EV. LUTHERAN (LCMS), 124 E. Church St., Clayton ImmLCLCMS@centurytel.net 715-541-2955 Gregory Becker, pastor Sunday: 9 a.m. Divine Worship. Wednesday: 6:30 p.m. Family Christian Education. IMMANUEL LUTHERAN, 65th Ave., rural Clayton Margaret Grant, pastor Immanuel: 8:30 a.m. Worship. JOURNEY CHURCH, 131 Broadway St., Amery Derek Downs, Lead Pastor 715-268-2223 www.journeychurch.city Sunday: Worship service 9-10:15 a.m.; SS for all ages from 10:30-11:30 a.m. Wednesday activities are off until fall. Saturday: 7-8 a.m. Men’s Bible Study at the Journey Church Teen Center.

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Being Who You Are “The Lord does not look at the things people look at. People look at the outward appearance, but the Lord looks at the heart.” —1 Samuel 16:7 NIV

art of the diﬃculty of authenticity, of being who we truly are, is that we are free to be whoever we want to be. There are of course limits to human freedom, but within those limits we are free to act honestly or dishonestly, to act with integrity or not, depending on the circumstances. Perhaps the reason why the sting of conscience can be so painful is that when we did the thing that we now regret, we know that we could have done otherwise. When we make a conscious decision to lie, or steal, or otherwise act contrary to the dictates of conscience, we are bound to regret it later. It’s also diﬃcult to be who we truly are because we are all in the process of becoming who we shall be. The act of becoming is perhaps the essential project at the core of humanity. It is the life project that every human being must work out, on their own, with fear and trembling, but also with quiet reflection. Who are you, really, and who are you becoming? Answering these questions requires being honest with oneself, and involves reflecting not only on issues of character, but also on our relationships with others, and our careers, and even our likes and dislikes. Be yourself, but perhaps more importantly, become the best version of yourself that is possible. – Christopher Simon

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AREA CHURCHES CONTINUED ... LITTLE FALLS LUTHERAN, 1272 44th Ave., Amery Lori Peper, pastor 715-268-9577 Wednesday, June 5: 10 a.m. Staff meeting; 1-4 p.m. Pastor has services at nursing homes; 8 p.m. Choir rehearsal. Thursday, June 7: 6:30 p.m. Youth Committee at Deronda. Friday, June 8: 4-8 p.m. Backpack Fundraiser at Amery Fire Hall. Sunday, June 10: 8 a.m. Deronda worship with Holy Communion; 9:30 a.m Little Falls worship with Holy Communion; 11 a.m. Trinity worship with Holy Communion; 7-8:30 p.m. Confirmation students invited to Pastor Lori’s home for campfire and fellowship. Tuesday, June 12: 9 a.m. Little Falls Quilting; 7 p.m. Church Councils meet at Trinity. See our website for up-to-date scheduling www.little fallschurch.net LIVING WORD CHAPEL, Hwy 64 at Forest Randy Dean, pastor Sunday: 8:45-9:45 a.m. Sunday school; 10 am. Main service. Wednesday: 7:30 pm. Adults and Teen Ministry. MENNONITE CHURCH, 1681 6 1/2 St., Co. Hwy. P North, Almena, 715-357-3321 Sunday: 10 a.m. Sunday school, all ages; 10:45 a.m. Sunday worship service; 7:30 p.m. Sunday evening service. MOE LUTHERAN (ELCA), 451 30th St., Clear Lake Sunday: 10 a.m. Fellowship; 11 a.m. Worship; Potluck lunch 2nd Sunday. Men’s Bible Study 2nd Sunday 6 p.m. Women’s Bible Study 2nd Thursday 1:30 p.m. NEW LIFE COMMUNITY, Amery Craig Jorgenson, pastor Sunday: 10 a.m. Worship. Tuesday: 6:30 p.m. Prayer. Wednesday: 6:30 p.m. Youth; 7 p.m. Adult Bible. OTTERCREEK CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP, Glenwood City Civic Center, Jason Taylor, pastor Sunday: 10:30 a.m. Worship; Children’s church, childcare provided. Wednesday Night Prayer. OUR LADY OF THE LAKES CATHOLIC, Balsam Lake Father Eugene Murphy, pastor Masses: Saturday 6 p.m., Sunday 8:30 a.m. OUR SAVIOR’S LUTHERAN, 217 Deronda St., Amery Keith Ruehlow, pastor Wednesday, June 6: 12 p.m. Table Talk Men; 5:30 p.m. Youth BRB; 6:15 p.m. Evening Prayer. Thursday, June 7: 8:30 a.m. Bible Study. Sunday, June 10: 9 a.m. Worship with Holy Communion; 5:30 p.m. VBS “Shipwrecked.” Monday, June 11: 5:30 p.m. VBS “Shipwrecked.” Tuesday, June 12: 1 p.m. Quilting; 5:30 p.m.VBS “Shipwrecked.” PRAIRIEVIEW COVENANT, 1396 210th Ave. (2 miles north of New Richmond on 65) Tim Coyer, pastor www.prairieviewchurch.net Sunday: Sunday School 9 a.m.; Worship 10 a.m., Nursery care available; Coffee/fellowship after worship service. Wednesday: Family Night, Worship/Groups for all ages 6-7:30 p.m. REDEEMER LUTHERAN, 600 S. Keller Ave., Amery Tom Hahn, pastor Wednesday, June 6: 9:30 a.m. Ladies Aid; 1 p.m. Stewardship. Friday, June 8: 3 p.m. Wedding rehearsal. Saturday June 9: 2:30 p.m. Pittman/Young wedding. Sunday, June 10: 8:30 a.m. Lay Ministers; 9:30 a.m. Worship; 10:30 a.m. Fellowship. Tuesday, June 12: 7 p.m. Parish Planning meeting. REEVE EVANGELICAL FREE, Jct. Barron CTH K & A, Clear Lake, www.reevechurch.org Sunday: 9 am. Worship service; 10:15 a.m. Fellowship Time. Wednesday nights: 6:30-7:30 p.m. Adult Bible Study and Prayer; Kids Club, Jr. & Sr. High Youth Group (Sept.-May). A variety of small groups (AA, men’s & women’s) are also held throughout the week. ST. BARNABAS EPISCOPAL, 365 5th St., Clear Lake, Rev. Geri E. Sola Sunday: 9:15 a.m. Sunday school; 10:15 a.m. Worship. Holy Communion 1st and 3rd Sunday at 10:15 a.m. Morning Prayer 2nd and 4th Sunday at 10:15 ST. CROIX UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST FELLOWSHIP, 201 N. Adams, St. Croix Falls 715-483-1113 Sunday: 10 a.m. First, second and third Sunday, 715-5533386.

ST. JOHN’S CATHOLIC, Clear Lake, Fr. John Long, pastor Mass: 8 a.m. Wednesday. Mass: 8 a.m. Thursday. Mass: 8:30 a.m. Sunday. ST. JOSEPH CATHOLIC, 1050 Keller Ave. N, Amery Father Eugene Murphy 715-268-7717 www.stjosephamery.org Weekly Mass, Communion service schedule: Saturday 4 p.m. Mass. Sunday 10:30 a.m. Mass. Tuesday 9 a.m. Communion Service. Wednesday 9 a.m. Mass. Thursday: 1st, 2nd and 3rd Thursdays, Communion Service is held at local nursing homes. Friday 9 a.m. Communion Service. Special events: Wednesday, June 6: Fr. Gene Murphy’s Ordination Anniversary, Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick, Prayer Shawl Ministry; Thursday, June 7: 6:30 p.m. GriefShare program. ST. JOHN LUTHERAN, Forest, John Wilman, pastor Thursday, June 7: 1 p.m. Bible Study. Sunday, June 10: 8 a.m. Worship; 9 a.m. Fellowship. ST. PAUL LUTHERAN, Deer Park, John Wilman, pastor Wednesday, June 6: Pastor visiting shut-ins. Sunday, June 10: 9 a.m. Fellowship; 9:30 a.m Worship. Monday, June 11: Pastor visiting shut-ins. SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST, 76 20th Ave., Clear Lake John Redlich, pastor 715-645-2230; Head Elder Paul Hasman 715-671-3697 Saturday Services: Adult and Children’s Bible Study 9:30 a.m.; Church 11 a.m. Midweek Service: Wednesday 7 p.m. Call Head Elder for location in winter months. THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS (Mormons), 644 S. 6th St., Barron Chapel 715-537-3679 Bishop Kenneth Konesky 715-7190283 Sunday: Sacrament 10 a.m.; Sunday School/Primary 11:20 a.m.; Priesthood/Relief Society 12:10 p.m. TRINITY LUTHERAN of Garfield, 1578 85th Ave., Amery Lori Peper, pastor 715-268-9577 Wednesday, June 5: 10 a.m. Staff meeting; 1-4 p.m. Pastor has services at nursing homes; 8 p.m. Choir rehearsal. Thursday, June 7: 6:30 p.m. Youth Committee at Deronda. Friday, June 8: 4-8 p.m. Backpack Fundraiser at Amery Fire Hall. Sunday, June 10: 8 a.m. Deronda worship with Holy Communion; 9:30 a.m Little Falls worship with Holy Communion; 11 a.m. Trinity worship with Holy Communion; 7-8:30 p.m. Confirmation students invited to Pastor Lori’s home for campfire and fellowship. Tuesday, June 12: 7 p.m. Church Councils meet at Trinity. See our website for up-to-date scheduling www.trinity lutheranchurchofamery.com UNITED COVENANT, 348 5th St. NW, Clear Lake Dan Pearson, pastor Wednesday, June 6: Church work night; 5:30 p.m. Potluck cookout; 6 p.m. Work. Thursday, June 7: 10 am.-5 p.m. CHIC Brat Stand at Nilssen’s. Friday, June 8: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. CHIC Brat Stand at Nilssen’s. Sunday, June 10: 9 a.m. Worship Team 2; 10 a.m. Worship Service; LBBC Junior High Camp (10th-15th). Tuesday, June 12: 8 am. Sweet Hour of Prayer; 6:30 p.m. Leadership Team meeting. UNITED METHODIST, GLENHILLS PARISH Marybeth Scow, pastor Emerald UMC: 8:30 a.m. Worship with Sunday school. Glenwood City UMC: 9:45 a.m. Worship with Sunday school. Downing UMC: 11 a.m. Worship with Sunday school. WEST IMMANUEL LUTHERAN, ELCA, 447 180th St., Osceola, Rexford D. Brandt, pastor Wednesday, June 6: 9 a.m. Men’s Work Group; Quilters. Sunday, June 10: 9 a.m. Worship service; Coffee fellowship follows. WORD OF LIFE FELLOWSHIP, Clear Lake Patricia and Harlen Wienke, pastors Sunday: 10 a.m. Worship. Tuesday: 9 a.m. Healing Rooms by appointment. Wednesday: 7 p.m. Adult Bible Study.

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Rev. Kelli Clement Named Minister of St. Croix Unitarian Universalist Fellowship

ST. CROIX FALLS, Wis. – (May 2018) – St. Croix Unitarian Universalist Fellowship (SCUUF) has named Rev. Kelli Clement as minister. Clement, who is also an assistant minister of the First Unitarian Society in Minneapolis, is highly regarded for her tireless work throughout the state and country for justice and compassion. She will preach at SCUUF on a part-time basis, on the first Sunday of each month and provide other ministerial services. [Rev. Clement’s photo below.] “Our congregation is thrilled to have Kelli become a part of our fellowship,” said David Ross, moderator of the SCUUF steering committee. “Reverend Kelli’s leadership will help further our search for individual spirituality and our efforts to foster a community that is welcoming to all people.” Formed in 2012, St. Croix Unitarian Universalist Fellowship is a liberal faith community that welcomes everyone. Unitarian Universalists – or “UUs” -- are people of all ages, of many backgrounds and of many beliefs. “I fell in love with the St. Croix community and with the amazing people that make up the SCUUF fellowship,” said Clement. “I am looking forward to forming strong bonds and creating shared ministry with this exceptional, growing congregation that loves to laugh together.” Unitarian Universalism (www@uua.org) affirms and promotes principles grounded in the humanistic teachings of the world's religions. UU spirituality is unbounded, drawing from scripture and science, nature and philosophy, personal experience and ancient tradition. UUs are people of many beliefs and backgrounds: people with a religious background and people

with none; people who believe in a God, people who don’t; and people who let the mystery be. “We are diverse in faith, ethnicity, history and spirituality, and we are inclusive of all sexual orientations and gender identities -- all aligned in our desire to make a difference for the good,” said Clement. “UUs have an uncompromising track record of siding with love, justice, and peace. At the same time, we are committed to examining our own part in upholding systems of oppression, and we work actively to dismantle such systems.” In addition to her new ministry at St. Croix Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, Clement is currently an assistant minister at First Unitarian Society of Minneapolis, where she continues to preach and provide teaching, pastoral counseling, and oversee the Society’s social justice and welcome programs. She is a frequent wedding and memorial service officiant, both at the Society and in the wider community. Clement received her Master of Divinity at United Theological Seminary and did undergraduate studies at the University of Texas and University of Wisconsin. She was a training and curriculum consultant for the national Religious Coalition for Reproductive Choice and served as executive director at the Minnesota Religious Coalition for Reproductive Choice. Clement is also a certified facilitator for Prepare Enrich Marriage Preparation Inventory, and Intercultural Developmental Inventory. Clement and her husband live in Minneapolis with their daughter. About St. Croix Falls Unitarian Universalist Fellowship (SCUUF) Located in the Edling Building on the corner of Adams and Louisiana Streets in St. Croix Falls, Wis., St. Croix Unitarian Universalist Fellowship (www.scuuf. org) gathers at 10:00 a.m. each Sunday, except the last Sunday of the month. For information about SCUUF, contact David Ross at skraut@sbcglobal.net or at 608-215-8972.

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Kali S. Laqua, 17, Amery, died Friday, June 1, at Gillett Children’s Hospital in St. Paul. Funeral services will be on Friday, June 8, at 11 a.m. from St. Joseph Catholic Church in Amery. Visitation will be from 3 to 7 p.m. on Thursday at the Williamson-White Funeral Home in Amery and 1 hour prior to services at the church. For further information and to sign online guest book please visit www.williamsonwhite.com. Arrangements are being made with the Williamson-White Funeral Home and Cremation Services in Amery.

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Harry Mewes Jr.

Harry Mewes Jr. was born on June 2, 1955 in New Richmond, Wisconsin to Harry and Norma Mewes. Junior was raised in Clayton, Wisconsin and graduated from Clayton High School in 1973. When Harry was 18 he purchased Harry’s Auto Salvage in Clayton, Wisconsin. Junior continued farming at the Mewes farm with his father and brother, David while running the junkyard. Harry had a loving passion for old cars and John Deere Tractors. He also loved going to auctions. Harry met the love of his life, Ms. Raymond in 1988. They conjoined their families in 1989 giving Harry and Tessa 6 children in total. Throughout the years they enjoyed spending their time at tractor and car shows, and with their 17 grandchildren. Harry was known by his beard and sloppy smooches. Harry Jr. has been battling congestive heart failure for 13 years and on May 25, 2018 lost his long, hard fought battle. Harry is preceded in death by his father, Harry Mewes Sr. Harry is survived by Ms. Raymond (Tessa), his 6 children, Elizabeth (James), Emily (Rob), Jeremy (Bobby Sue), Jason (Bailey), Tashsa “Toshie” (Peter), Jonathan (Maddie); his 17 grandchildren; his mother, Norma; a brother, David; sisters, Bonnie and Hazel and many nieces and nephews. Funeral Services were on Friday, June 1, 2018 at the St. Ann’s Catholic Church in Turtle Lake, Wisconsin with Father Tom Thompson officiating. Visitation was on Thursday, May 31, 2018 at the WilliamsonWhite Funeral Home and for one hour prior to the service on Friday at the Church. Pallbearers are Bob Donath, Jason Barr, Kyle JorKANABEC COUNTY dan, Gary Hollister, Brad McCarthy, Chris Sanders and Johny Ostenson. Burial will take place at St. Ann’s Cemetery. To sign an online guest book and view a video tribute please visit www.williamsonwhite.com Arrangements were entrusted to the WilliamsonWhite Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 222 Harriman Avenue North Amery, Wisconsin 54001. PINE CITY

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Frank W. Morrissey

Robert J. “Bob” Pabst

Frank W. Morrissey, age 96 of Amery, Wisconsin passed away on Wednesday, May 30, 2018 at Golden Age Manor in Amery surrounded by his loving family. Frank was born on December 26, 1921 in Amery to Frederick and Almira (Shaw) Morrissey. He grew up in Amery and entered the Army where he served overseas in the Philippines during WWII from January 1943 to January 1946. Frank was awarded six battle Stars, the Bronze star, Good Conduct Medal, Asiatic Ribbon and Overseas Ribbons. After his return from the service, he worked in the shipping department for 40 years at Land O’ Lakes Feed Mill in Minneapolis. He was united in marriage to Avis Waterman on June 25, 1949 and to this union four children were born, Susan, Bonnie, Cindy and Michael. In the 1970’s Frank coached women’s fast pitch softball. In the 1980’s-90’s he coached men’s slow pitch softball winning many, many tournaments. Other sports that gave him much pleasure were horseshoes, bowling, fishing and deer hunting. Frank was sure to be taking in a Brewer’s baseball game if it was being played either on T.V. or if the radio was on, or both. Once football season started, dad was either watching the Packers play at Lambeau Field with his best buddies, Duane Luehman and Larry Boos, or he was watching the Pack on T.V. On January 22, 1981 Frank married Marlene Wilhelm Peterson in South Dakota. They made their home in Amery and in July of 2010 they moved into an apartment at Oak Brook in Amery. Frank moved into Golden Age Manor due to health issues on January 21, 2014 where he was currently residing. Frank was preceded in death by his son, Michael Morrissey and step daughter, Carol Kehl. He is survived by his wife, Marlene; children, Sue (Harvey) Wyss of Cushing, WI; Bonnie (John) Omer of Amery and Cindy (Joe) Castellano of Milltown, WI. He is also survived by his grandchildren, Heidi Fredrickson, Tami Matthews, Tucker (Amber) Cramlet, Josh (Jessica) Cramlet, Steph (Nick) Johnson, Eric (Jen) Castellano, Michael (Ashley) Morrissey, Eric (Mary) Morrissey, Zack Morrissey, and Cali (Tucker Dirks) Morrissey as well as 16 great grandchildren and one great, great grandchild. Frank is also survived by his step children, Mike Wilhelm, Nila (Rory) Smith, Barry (Penny) Peterson, and Connie (Bob) Adams as well as step grandchildren: 6 grand, 11 great grand and 3 great- great grandchildren. Funeral services were at 2:00 p.m. on Monday, June 4, 2018 at the Congregational Church UCC in Amery. A visitation was held the hour prior to service at the church. Burial will be at the Amery Cemetery. To sign an online guest book and view a video tribute, visit www.williamsonwhite.com. Arrangements THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 33, 2222 VOL. 131 NO. 19 www.moraminn.com $1.00 were made with the Williamson-White Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Amery.

God called Robert J. “Bob” Pabst home to heaven on May 30, 2018. He was currently residing at Hammond Health Services in Hammond, WI. Bob was born on December 15, 1932 at the Lakeview Hospital in Stillwater, Minnesota to Lawrence and Esther Pabst. He was raised in North St. Paul, MN and confirmed at Christ Lutheran Church in North St. Paul. He graduated from North St. Paul High School in 1950 and moved to Wisconsin with his parents to a farm in Black Brook Township. Bob learned what farming was all about and did construction work as well. He served in the US Army in 1953 and was stationed in Korea and Japan until his honorable discharge in 1955. On July 2, 1955 he married his High School sweetheart, June Hartwig at Christ Lutheran Church in North St. Paul. Together they were blessed with five children, Bradley, Candace, Lori, David and Daniel. After several more years of construction work, he became employed by the Amery Police Department in 1959. In 1966 he became a member of WI DOT as a Driver’s license examiner and the family moved to Milwaukee, WI. They were then transferred to Ladysmith, and then to New Richmond, WI. The family lived in New Richmond long enough for their children to graduate from High School. In 1980 they built a log cabin just South of Amery. Bob retired in 1995 after over 35 years of Public service. He enjoyed fishing, deer hunting, and camping with his family. He loved the woods and cut firewood for many years. Bob was a faithful member of his present church, and served on the church board for many years. He loved to sing, especially the old hymns, and loved getting hugs from his family. Bob was preceded in death by his parents, Lawrence and Esther Pabst, and infant daughter, Candace. He is survived by his beloved wife of 63 years, June of Clear Lake, WI; his four children, Bradley (Bea) of Tacoma, WA; Lori (Duane) Page of Charlotte, NC; David (Teri) of Middleton, WI; Daniel (Sally) of Ellsworth, WI; brother, Donald (Barb) of New Richmond, WI; brother in law, James (LeIsle) Hartwig of Scandia, MN; 12 grandchildren, Jonathan, Deanna, Emily and Joseph Page, Lora, Danielle, Heidi, James and Noah Pabst, Alex, April and Austin Pabst, 13 great grandchildren as well as many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Funeral services were on Tuesday, June 5, 2018 from Grace Lutheran Church in Clear Lake, WI. A visitation was on Monday, June 4, 2018 at the Williamson-White Funeral Home in Amery, as well as the hour prior to the service at the church. Burial with military honors will take place at the Clear Lake Cemetery. To sign an online guest book please visit www. williamsonwhite.com. Arrangements were made with the WilliamsonWhite Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Amery.

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Kali S. Laqua

David W. Gaetz

Mary A. Mellerud

Kali Suzanne Laqua of Amery, Wisconsin, surrounded by her loving family, went home to our Heavenly Father on Friday, June 1, 2018 at the age of 17. Kali was born on September 15, 2000, in St. Croix Falls, WI. Kali lived in Frederic until a move to Amery a few years ago. In Frederic, she enjoyed participating in Pep Band, Choir, Volleyball, Student Council, Forensics, Bell Choir, Dance Team, and was Class Treasurer. As she attended school in Amery, she worked at The Village Pizzeria of Amery. She again enjoyed playing volleyball, was a member of the choir and band, and managed girls’ Varsity basketball and Varsity track. Kali was known to bring laughter to a room with her goofy personality and her contagious laugh. She loved life, her animals, DONUTS and pandas, the bridge over her creek, her friends and her family. Kali is survived by her parents Lori and Matt Pickard; sisters Crysta Laqua, Jenna Laqua and Abbey Pickard; love of her life Galen Coy; nephew Carsen Gruel and niece Ayana Gruel; great grandparents Jacie and Chuck Hughes; grandparents Don and Sue Richards, and Mike and Lynn Pickard; aunts and uncles Pam and Robb Hiller, Nan and Greg Loffhagen, Katie and Bill Elmer, Susie and Matt Thayer; cousins Ryan and Amber Ellsworth, Ruth, Lillian, Hannah, Maggie and Michael Elmer, Addison, Levi and Isaac Thayer; many more extended family; and the Laqua family. Funeral services for Kali will take place at 11:00 am on Friday, June 8, 2018 at St. Joseph Catholic Church, 1050 Keller Ave. North, Amery, with Pastor Derek Downs officiating. A visitation will be held from 3 to 7 pm on Thursday, June 7, 2018 at the Williamson-White Funeral Home, 222 Harriman Ave. N, Amery, as well as the hour prior to the service at the church on Friday. To sign an online guest book and view a video tribute visit www.williamsonwhite.com. Arrangements were made with the WilliamsonWhite Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Amery.

David Wayne Gaetz was born to John and Mary Gaetz on May 26, 1967 and was called home on his 51st birthday, May 26, 2018 after a courageous battle with ongoing health issues. David was known for his kind heart and abundant sense of humor. He grew up in Amery and returned to his home town after an honorable discharge from the Army where he fought bravely for his country in the Gulf War. While stationed overseas, David married Chomphoonuch Srithongkul Gaetz and one daughter, Kayleigh Lynn, was born. Kayleigh remained the apple of his eye until his last breath. David was preceded in death by his father, John (Jack) Gaetz, step-mother, Emma Gaetz, maternal grandparents Isadore and Gertrude Rothstein, and paternal grandparents Benedict and Clara Gaetz and several maternal aunts and uncles. Left to mourn are his daughter, Kayleigh Lynn Gaetz ; mother, Mary Jane Gaetz of Amery, WI; sisters, Jackie (Ray) Mork and sons Mike, Steven and Ricky; Joyce (Mark) Biller and sons Lee and Tim; Jeanette (Steve) Helling and children Derek and Rachel; brother, Ben (Shelly) Gaetz and children Scott, Lisa, Katherine, Morgan, Chandra and Ryan, and many aunts, uncles, cousins and great nieces and nephews. David will be laid to rest with military honors at the Northern Wisconsin Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Spooner after a private family memorial service. Arrangements were entrusted to the WilliamsonWhite Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 222 Harriman Avenue North Amery, Wisconsin 54001.

Mary A. Mellerud, age 86 of Clear Lake, WI died on Friday, May 25, 2018 at the Golden Age Manor Nursing Home in Amery, WI. Mary Alice Mellerud was born on August 15, 1931 in Haugen, WI, the daughter of William and Lily (Brackee) Vance. She grew up in Clayton, WI and graduated from Clayton High School in 1948. Mary was married to Henry C. Mellerud on February 19, 1949 in St. Paul, MN. They lived there for a short time before moving to Glenwood and then settling in the Clear Lake area. Together they raised four children, Michael, Joyce, Steven and Richard. During this time she worked at Fabri-Tech in Amery and then moved to Nova Tran in Clear Lake. Mary then joined Dynatronic’s in Amery and retired from there in 1997 after 22 years. She loved gardening, bowling, puzzles, baking and babysitting her grandchildren. Mary was a member of Grace Lutheran Church. Preceded in death by husband, Henry Mellerud; sons, Steven Mellerud and Butch Vance; parents, William and Lily Vance; brothers, John, Virgil, Joe, and Dan Vance; sister Betty Boyer. Survived by sons and daughter, Michael C. Mellerud of Clear Lake, Richard (Laurie) Mellerud of Amery and Joyce Balicki of Amery; grandchildren, Tammy Herrick of Greenwood, Brian (Becky) Balicki of Tucson, AZ, Jesse (Sarah) Mellerud of New Richmond, Jennie (Justin) Baazard of Burkhardt, and Melanie O’Hern-Forist of Dallas, TX; great-grandchildren, Dustin (Lindsey) Winkel, Ryan Forist, Steven Forist, Madison, Forist, Alexia Mellerud, Grace Baazard, Abigail Baazard, Eric Fredrickson, Jonah Mellerud; brother and sisters, Earl (Jeanne) Vance of Menomonie, Loretta “Goldie” Mattson-Kasiloff, AK, and Lila Bagley of Rice Lake; relatives, family and friends. Funeral Services were on Thursday, May 31, 2018 at Grace Lutheran Church, Clear Lake, with Pastor Ellery Groth officiating. Music was provided by Judy Weber. Visitation was one hour before the services at the church on Thursday. Casket Bearers were Justin Baazard, Brian Balicki, Rodney Christensen, Rodney Galvin, Jesse Mellerud and Dustin Winkel with interment in the Clear Lake Cemetery. Scheuermann - Hammer Funeral Home & Cremation Services of Clear Lake, handled the arrangements. www.clearlakefuneralhome.com

Erwin P. Hill July 29, 1927 – May 26, 2018 Erwin P. Hill, age 90 of Amery, passed away on May 26, 2018. Erwin, the son of Alma and Emil Hill, was born July 29, 1927 on a farm in Glenwood City. He served in the army during World War II. He worked as an engineer at Grain Belt Brewery and Stroh’s Brewery until he retired in 1988. He loved fishing, hunting, traveling, and the Green Bay Packers. He was preceded in death by his parents; his brothers and sisters, and his first wife, Lavon Hill. Erwin is survived by his wife, Dorothy Hill; daughter, Jeanne Hall; his stepchildren; grandchildren; great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. Visitation was at 9 a.m., Thursday, May 31, at Williamson-White Funeral Home, 222 Harriman Ave N., Amery, WI. A Celebration of Life followed at 10 a.m. Internment will take place at Hillside Cemetery, 2610 19th Ave NE, Minneapolis, MN 55418. To sign online guest book and view a video tribute please visit www.williamsonwhite.com Arrangements were entrusted to the WilliamsonWhite Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 222 Harriman Avenue North Amery, Wisconsin 54001.

Carol D. Peche (Frank) Our dearly loved Carol D. Peche (Frank), age 75, of Lake Elmo, Minnesota peacefully went to Heaven on May 30, 2018 in the comfort of her own home surrounded by her loving family. She was born on June 18, 1942 in the city of Clear Lake in Forest Township, Wisconsin to Lester and Delia (Bethke) Frank. Carol was preceded in death by her parents; son, Randy; siblings, Rosie and Lester; and grandchildren, Savannah and Amanda. She will be greatly missed by her very special friend, Richard; children, Rudy (Tanya), Ronald (Catherine), Angela (Steven), and Rhonda; grandchildren, Jennifer, Alisha, Sarah (Mel), Daniel, Dane (Mariah), Samantha (Mike), Ronald Jr; and greatgrandchildren, Liana, Marcus, Josephine, Gemma, and Melvin. We are forever grateful for the loving care received by Healtheast Hospice. Funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, June 9th at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Forest, WI with a visitation one hour prior to funeral at the church. www.cullencreafuneralhome.com

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Warriors fall to Prescott in Sectional Final

Grimm clears ninth at State Championships BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER

Nine Amery athletes were able to wrap up their 2018 track and field season at the Big Show in La Crosse over the weekend as they participated in the WIAAA Division 2 Track and Field State Championships. Senior Grace Grimm narrowly missed out a podium finish in the girls pole vault where she cleared 10-00, the same height as co-seventh place finishers Carline Gearin of Osceola and Amber Tomazevic of Freedom, but by criteria finished in ninth place. Six athletes topped out at 10-00. New Berlin West’s Dailey Albino won the event with a height of 11-06. The boys’ 4x100 meter relay team of junior Dalton Johnson, junior Lance Waalen, senior James Baillargeon and sophomore Gus Wentz placed 13th of 17 teams with a time of 44.30 seconds. Kewaskum was the champion with a time of 43.01 seconds. Junior Dylan Eiynck, junior Alexis Castorena Gonsalez, sophomore Nick Erickson and senior Jude Ingham participated in the boys’ 4x800-meter relay where they finished 16th of 17 teams with a time of 8:28.55. Lodi won

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Gus Wentz begins his leg of the 4x100 relay after receiving the baton from James Baillargeon.

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the event in a time of 7:58.34. Rice Lake was the Division 2 boys’ team champion with 53

points, followed by Lodi, with 40, and Monroe with 29. Wittenberg-Birnamwood won the girls’ title with 50 team points,

followed by Xavier with 36 and Catholic Memorial 33.

With a 1-4 loss to Prescott in its WIAA sectional final game in Cumberland, Amery’s softball season came to a close on June 1. Prescott took advantage of a fast start, scoring three runs in the first two innings. “We hit the ball hard, but couldn’t get a hit to fall until the fourth when Madelyn Granica got a hit,” said Amery Coach Tara Rose. Unfortunately, it did not result in a run. In the meantime, Prescott extended its lead to 4-0 in the fourth. Amery final broke the ice in the fi fth inning when Autumn Rivard singled and then scored on a Julia Engebretson RBI double, but Engebretson was thrown out at third base on the play. “In the seventh, we had two girls on with two outs, but just couldn’t deliver a hit,” Coach Rose said. “Prescott is a terrific team with quality pitcher and amazing defense.” Starting pitcher Rivard started went 2 2/3 innings giving up three earned runs. Granica came in relief, giving up 1 unearned run. Offensively Granica, Drew Meyer, Rivard, and Julia Engebretson each went 1-for-3, and Rachel Fouks was 2-for-3. “The reason this team was in a sectional final and had such a successful run in the playoffs was because of the team-first attitude we carried all year,” Coach Rose said. “This team was a bunch of talented and very selfless girls who cared more about team success then their own. There are many talented teams that don’t go as far as we do because they aren’t a team. I couldn’t be more proud of this team because of all their hard work, dedication, perseverance, and sacrifices for the team!”

Soccer season ends in regional final BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER

The 2018 Amery girls’ soccer season came to a close on June 2 in a WIAA regional final at Northland Pines as Amery fell to Northland Pines, 1-4. The loss come just two days after Amery shut out Three Rivers in first round of the playoffs, marking Amery’s first girls’ soccer playoff win since the 2012 season when it defeated Baldwin-Woodville in the first round. “It was back and forth with Northland Pines getting on the scoreboard first,” said Amery Coach Melissa Hanson. The Warriors answered right back, however, as Allison Oman scored an unassisted goal from a corner kick, bringing the halftime score to 1-1. “The goalkeepers for both teams played fantastic games,” Coach Hanson said. Amery’s Addie Tollakson

made 15 saves and Emilie Koenig made 1 save. Amery outshot the Northland Pines team in the first half, and it was about even in the second, but the Eagles managed 3 unanswered goals. “It was an excellent season of growth for the student-athletes and for the program,” Coach Hanson said. “All twenty-nine of our student-athletes have contributed to our successes this season by working hard in practice and in games. It was awesome to earn the #3 seed in our region and to host our first playoff game in a while. “We are really proud of breaking through and making it to the Regional Championship game this year. Our seniors, Alexis Beese (manager), Alexa Diekman, Michaela Erickson, and Cami White have worked hard for four JOANN ERICKSON years to make that happen and Senior Captain Cami White on a fast break. they have been superb leaders. Each of them have a bright future ahead.”

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Senior Captain Michaela Erickson battles for control of the ball.

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Amery opens playoffs with shutout win BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER

Amery’s girls’ soccer team found a good time to get back on its game as the Warriors notched a 6-0 victory in a May 31 regional semifinal game against Three Lakes/Phelps. The win marked Amery’s first victory since a 2-0 win over Baldwin-Woodville on May 3. Amery coach Melissa Hanson described the home playoff win as “amazing.” “Everything we have been working on came together,” she said. “It was fun to watch our student-athletes play with such confidence and skill.” The Warriors attacked with precision as Libby Braaten opened the scoring in the fi fth minute and

Hannah Bottolfson scored just five minutes later. Both goals were assisted by Allison Oman. Olivia Braaten tallied the first of her two goals in the 11th minute as Cami White split them up with a pair of her own goals in the 21st and 22nd minutes. Olivia Braaten’s second goal came near the 32 minute mark. Olivia Braaten’s goals were assisted by White and Libby Braaten. White’s goals were assisted by Oman and Abby Braaten. Addie Tollakson got the shutout, collecting five saves. The win advanced the No. 3 seeded Warriors to the regional final game against No. 2 seed Northland Pines on June 2.

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Sophomore Sweeper Abby Braaten plays the ball near the Amery goalie box.

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Junior Captain Olivia Braaten on an offensive run.

Warriors rally through storms for sectional win over Tigers BY BRETT HART CONTIBUTING WRITER

Amery’s softball team extended its postseason winning streak to three games on May 29 and 31 as it defeated Northwestern 8-7 on the road its WIAA sectional quarterfinal game. “Northwestern used a lot of bunts and short game right off the bat,” said Amery Coach Tara Rose. That resulted in one run by the Tigers in the bottom of the first inning and another three runs in the bottom of the second. “Our defense was a bit rat-

tled,” Rose said. However, a five-run third inning rally on two outs that started with a huge two run homer by Myah Carlson changed all of that. Carlson’s homer drove in Drew Meyer who reached base on a walk. Alyssa Koehler then reached base on a error and Abby Schmidt, Autumn Rivard, and Julia Engebretson each followed with a single. The rally gave Amery a 5-4 advantage, that only lasted until the bottom of the inning when Northwestern scored on an error, leaving the game tied at 5-5 when lightening caused a delay.

When play resumed, each team scored in the sixth inning only to have another halted again due to the storm. Two days later, the Warriors returned to Brule to finish the game with the Tigers. Defense took over in the early stages of the resumed play on Thursday afternoon as Amery was held scoreless in the top of the seventh inning and had to put together a spectacular effort that included a Madelyn Granica strike out and a diving catch by Alyssa Koehler in left field in the bottom of the inning to return the favor and send the game to an extra inning.

“We shut them down,” Coach Rose said. In the top of the eighth, Rachel Fouks singled, Drew Granica got a sacrifice bunt, and Madelyn Granica singled up the middle to score Fouks for the lead. Madelyn Granica walked the first batter in the bottom of the inning, but when Northwestern attempted a sacrifice bunt of its own, the ball popped up and catcher Julia Engebretsen made the diving catch to help secure the victory. Autumn Rivard was the starting pitcher and struck out one batter in two innings

while giving up four runs (two earned) and four walks. Madelyn Granica closed out the final six innings, allowing just two unearned runs and a walk while striking out six batters. On the offensive side, Madelyn Granica and Rachel Fouks each had two hits. Carlson, Koehler, Abby Schmidt, Rivard and Engebretson each recorded one hit. “(It was) a great team win, they never gave up and made some exceptional plays,” Coach Rose said.

Christiansen, Torgerson 10th at State Championships BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER

As the lone area female representative at the WIAA Division 3 state track and field championships, Clear Lake junior Jazzy Christiansen had a solid showing in the girls discus throw where she finished 10th with a toss of 112 feet. Teammate Josh Levra placed 17th in the boys’ long jump with a leap of 17-03.75. Turtle Lake/Clayton senior Caden Torgerson placed 10th in the boy’s

triple jump with a leap of 41-03. He also placed 15th in the high jump, clearing 5-08, and 15th in the 110-meter hurdles (16.57 seconds). Teammate Thomas Hoffman snagged 13th place in the boys’ 400-meter dash (52.81 seconds). Benton Co-op won the Division 3 girls team title with 40 points, followed by Algoma with 39 and Ozaukee with 38. Cambridge won the boys’ team title with 62 points, following by Wild Rose and Bangor with 43 points each.

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Left to Right:Tyler Peterson, Jackson Henningsgard, Parker Griffin, Noah Ward, Austin Becker.

Warrior Golf Seventh at Sectional The Amery Boys Golf season came to a close at the Sectional Meet at Inshalla Country Club in Tomahawk, WI on May 29. The Warriors team score of 348 put them in 7th place in the 12-team field. The top two teams to advance to the State Meet were Lakeland Union and Rice Lake. Leading the way for the Warriors was Parker Griffin with an 84. Other

scores were Noah Ward (85), Tyler Peterson (89), Austin Becker (90) and Jackson Henningsgard (95). “Sectionals was a great learning experience for the boys and they handled the pressure well,” said Coach Bryan Melberg. “With everyone returning next year, we plan to build on the success of this season.”

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Warriors finish regular season with 3-3 tie BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER

Amery’s soccer team posted its second tie in a week when it knotted things up with Baldwin-Woodville, 3-3, in its May 24 regular season finale. The tie came just seven days after a 1-1 showdown with Spooner. “It was a back and forth match as a tune-up for playoffs for the No. 3 (Amery) and No. 4 (B-W) seeds in the Region.” Baldwin-Woodville struck first with a goal in the 25th minute, but Amery’s Libby Braaten took an assist from

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Freshman Hannah VanSomeren moves the ball around a Baldwin-Woodville defender.

Olivia Braaten to the back of the net to tie things up 25 minutes later. The Blackhawks regained their lead in the 72nd minute only to have Allison Oman set up Cami White for a header goal off a corner kick 15 minutes later. B-W took its third lead just one minute later, and the Warriors continued their trend for the game by marching right back and scoring in the 89th minute to tie the game for good off the foot of Michaela Erickson. The goal was Erickson’s first varsity goal and was assisted by Cami White.

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Junior Captain Allison Oman slips the ball past the Baldwin-Woodville defender.

Christianson wins sectional discus title BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER

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Junior Mikayla Peterson looking to stop a New Richmond run.

Jazzy Christianson punched her ticket to the WIAA Division 3 state track and field championships as the junior won a sectional discus throw title on May 24 in Boyceville with a toss of 120 feet. Teammate Josh Levra joined her by qualifying for the big show in the boys’ long jump where he placed third at the sectional meet with a leap of 20-05.50. Turtle Lake/Clayton’s Caden Torgerson qualified for state in the boys’ 110-meter hurdles with a third place time of 16.20 seconds, triple jump with a thirdplace distance of 41-08.75 and the high jump with a fourth place height of 6-00. Thomas Hoffman earned a spot at the state meet with a fourth place sectional finish in the boys’ 400-meter dash (52.29 seconds).

Clear Lake Girls Clear Lake’s girls 4x800-meter relay team of Natalie Kreier, Gobby Loenser, Aleena Krueger and Montana Niles placed fi fth with a time of 11:10.32. Molly Peterson placed 14th in the long jump (14-06). Kreier was also eighth in the 1,600-meter run (6:14.11) and seventh in the 3,200-meter run (13:54.28). Montana Niles placed 10th in the 3,200 (14:09.83). Molly Peterson was 14th in the long jump (14-06).

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Senior Captain Cami White in a race for possesion.

Conner Schramski pladed sixth in the boys’ 100-meter dash with a time of 11.92 seconds. Isaac Pearson placed ninth in the boys’ 400-meter dash (54.94 seconds). Adam Loenser took 15th in the 1,600-meter run (5:11.45) and 13th in the 3,200-meter run (11:27.03). The 4x800-meter relay team of Kincaid Hughes, Ed Garcia, Croix Hughes and Pearson placed eighth (9:13.06). Wyatt Hase placed 13th in the triple jump (37-03.50).

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Tigers shut down Warrior soccer BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER

Amery’s girls’ soccer team more than met its match on May 15 when it took on Middle

Border Conference rival New Richmond and fell, 0-10 to the tigers. “New Richmond played a great game,” Amery Coach Melissa Hanson said. “They are a talent-

ed team that can score goals.” Addie Tollakson came up with 20 saves in the shortened match.

Kent Nonemacher was fi fth in the boys’ 1,600-meter run (4:42.98) and did not finish the 3,200-meter run.

Turtle Lake/Clayton Girls Makayla Fagerlin claimed 14th place in the girls’ 200-meter dash (29.07 seconds). Isabelle Magnuson finished 12th in the long jump (14-07.50)

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Amery soccer ties Spooner, 1-1 BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER

On May 17, Amery’s girls soccer team regrouped from a tough loss to perennial power New Richmond two days earlier and put together a strong start in a 1-1 tie with a struggling Spooner squad. “Amery held a lot of the possession, creating quite a few scoring opportunities, especially in the first half,” said Amery Coach Melissa Hanson. Cami White gave the Warriors the lead when she scored a goal off of an assist from Anna Ganje. But Spooner fought to the end and notched a goal of its own with less than 10 minutes to go to end the game in a tie.

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Sophomore Sweeper Abby Braaten forces the ball to the outside.

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Junior Olivia Braaten vying for possession off a corner kick.

Junior Goal Keeper Addie Tollakson comes out of the goal to make the save.

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Left: Junior Allison Oman has room to keep the ball in play.

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Right: Senior Cami White takes the ball around the Spooner defender.

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Amery soccer shut out by Somerset BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER

Amery’s soccer struggles continued on May 22 when the Warriors were shut out 0-4 by Somerset in Amery. “It was a game (where) we fought through and worked hard to the end,” said Amery coach Melissa Hanson. “We conceded three goals in the first half and one in the second half.” Addie Tollakson tallied 15 big saves for the Warriors.

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Senior Captain Michaela Erickson keeps an eye on the ball.

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Freshman Anna Ganje moves to take the ball back.

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Junior Grace Long battles for the ball.

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Senior soccer players were honored at Senior Night during the game against Somerset. L to r: Cami White, Manager Lexi Beese, Alexa Dieckman, and Michaela Erickson.

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Rain dampens Trail Days

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Top: Miles, Lucy and Kayla Tryggestad checked out the Amery Fire engines on display.

Left: Leighton and Ingrid Knipping enjoy an ice cream cone.

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Aidan and Julia Sponholz show off a fish they caught during the free fishing. Randy Goglin of the Polk County Sportsmen’s Club helped prospective anglers with their rods and reels.

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Amery seniors take final steps at graduation

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Many graduates decorated their mortarboards. This floral cap of Kallie Weisenbeck has a quote from Erin Hanson “What if I fall? Oh,but my darling,what if you fly?”

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Members of the Class of 2018 pose for a photo taken by Supt. Kuchta

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Grads lined up in the hallway before the ceremony. Jude Ingham (left) and James Baillargeon are all smiles.

The Class of 2018 received diplomas Sunday at commencement ceremonies. James Baillargeon’s address included an onion throw as he made a point about getting to know people. High School Principal Shawn Doerfler depart-

ed from normal remarks to urge students and everyone in attendance

to tell persons they care about that they are loved.

Anniversary OPEN HOUSE Saturday, June 30, 2018 11am - 2pm Food • Live Music • Games

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Graduates were all smiles after the ceremony. From left: Madeline Luedtke. Ali Hoyer, Megan Garves, Ashley VanSomeren and Sylie Johnson.

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LEGAL NOTICE STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY Notice to Creditors (Informal Administration) Case. No. 18 PR 47 IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF Nicholas Jay LaVigne DOD: March 12, 2018 PLEASE TAKE NOTICE: 1. An application for informal administration was filed. 2. The decedent, with date of birth July 20, 1948, and date of death March 12, 2018, was domiciled in Polk County, State of Wisconsin, with a mailing address of 1502 County Road C, Star Prairie, WI 54026. 3. All interested persons waived notice. 4. The deadline for filing a claim against the decedent’s estate is September 5, 2018. 5. A claim may be filed at the Polk County Courthouse, Balsam Lake, Wisconsin, Room 500. Jenell L. Anderson Probate Registrar May 26, 2018 Brian D. Byrnes, Byrnes Law Office, LLC 123 Keller Ave. North Amery, WI 54001 715-268-5000 Bar Number 1032419

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THANK YOU The family of Glen Collins would like to thank all of those that helped us through the difficult days after Glen’s passing. Whether it was spoken sympathies, a card sent, memorials in his name or food brought to our home, it was so appreciated. Thank you to Tyler at Williamson and White Funeral home. You took us through the sad steps of arrangements and made it so comforting. Thank you to Carlene Swanson and Gail Peterson for the wonderful music. Thank you to Balsam Lutheran kitchen workers for the delicious lunch served. Thank you to Amery's VFW/American Legion Honor Guard for the tribute to Glen's service to his country. It's not something we get over, but it’s something we get through and we thank you for helping us.

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.

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TOWN OF ALDEN POLK COUNTY, WISCONSIN REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS 10th Avenue improvements WisDOT TRIP-D project

The Town of Alden is seeking Proposals for the Reconstruction of 10th Avenue From 220th Street (west town line) to CTH “M” the Town of Alden, Polk County per the plan of Proposed Construction. The Town of Alden will receive sealed Proposals until 2:00 p.m. on Friday June 15, 2018, at the office of the Town of Alden: 183 155th street, Star Prairie, Wisconsin 54026. Refer all questions to: Town Engineer, Daniel J. Fedderly P.E.;P.L.S. DJ Fedderly Management Consultant LLC, 603 South Broadway Street, Menomonie Wisconsin 54751. All Proposals shall be in a sealed envelope clearly marked “10th Avenue TRIP-D 2018”. Please return all proposals to: Town of Alden, 183 155th Street, Star Prairie, Wisconsin 54026 The Proposals will be opened and reviewed at 2:00 p.m. Friday June 15, 2018 at the office of the Town of Alden as shown above. The Town of Alden Town Board will review & Consider all proposals at their next regularly scheduled meeting. Plans and a bid specification forms are available from the Town Engineer, Daniel J. Fedderly P.E.; P.L.S. at the address above. A $50.00 administration cost per plan requested is required prior to receiving the plans and Bid Documents. Questions can be directed to DJ Fedderly Management Consultant LLC (715) 505-9242 All Proposals shall include a Certified Bid Bond or Certified Check in the amount of 5% of the total Project Proposal, Paid to the order of the Town of Alden. All Proposals shall include certification that the proposer meets minimum insurance requirements as identified in the request for proposals. All Proposals shall acknowledge this project is funded in part with WisDOT TRIP-D funds The Town of Alden Board reserves the right to accept or reject any or all proposals or to waive any irregularities in any proposal or to accept any proposal of parts of various proposals, which, in their opinion, is the most advantageous to the Town of Alden. By Order of the Town of Alden Board. Keith Karpenski, Chairman, Town of Alden Daniel J. Fedderly P.E.;P.L.S, Town Engineer, DJ Fedderly Management Consultant, LLC

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BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONAL DIRECTORY

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

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

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AMERY FREE PRESS LegaL Notice

If you bought butter or cheese directly from a Foremost Farms USA Cheese Store between December 6, 2008 and July 31, 2013, a class action lawsuit may affect your rights. What is the lawsuit about? The lawsuit claims that National Milk Producers Federation, Cooperatives Working Together (CWT), Dairy Farmers of America, Inc., Land O’Lakes, Inc. and Agri-Mark, Inc. (“collectively Defendants”) violated the law by entering into a conspiracy to reduce milk output through a “herd retirement program,” where farmers who bid to participate in the program sent their herds of milking cows to slaughter in exchange for payment, allegedly limiting the production of raw milk and driving up prices for butter and cheese. The Defendants deny that they did anything wrong. The Court has not decided who is right. Who is included? The Court decided that the Class includes all persons and entities in the United States that purchased butter and/or cheese directly from one or more Members of Defendant, Cooperatives Working Together and/or their subsidiaries, during the period from December 6, 2008 to July 31, 2013. Those that are included are called “Class Members.” A list of all the Members of Cooperatives Working Together and their subsidiaries can be found at www.ButterandCheeseClassAction.com. What are your options? If you are a Class Member, you must choose whether to stay in the Class. If you stay in the Class, and money or benefits are obtained, you will be notified about how you can participate. You will be bound by all orders and judgments of the Court, whether favorable or not, and you won’t be able to sue the Defendants on your own for the claims at issue in this case. If you want to stay in the Class, YOU DO NOT HAVE TO DO ANYTHING NOW. To exclude yourself from the lawsuit, you must send a letter asking to be excluded. Instructions for making this request can be found at the website or by calling the toll-free number below. You must mail your exclusion request postmarked on or before July 30, 2018. If you exclude yourself, you cannot get any money or benefits from this lawsuit, and you will not be bound by any orders or judgments in this case. If you do not request exclusion, you may (but do not have to) enter an appearance in the Court through your own counsel. Detailed information is available at the website and toll-free number listed below.

1-855-804-8574 • www.ButterandCheeseClassAction.com

LEGAL NOTICE Lake Wapogasset Lutheran Bible Camp, 738 Hickory Point Lane, Amery, WI announces its participation in the Special Milk Program. The Special Milk Program receives funding from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and is administered by the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction. The Program provides financial assistance to any public or nonprofit tax exempt agency providing non-residential child care, early education care, and/or schoolage child care, as well as non-profit camps for children and homeless feeding sites. The purpose of the Special Milk Program is to encourage the consumption of milk by children receiving care and training in participating agencies. The type of milk served meet standards set by USDA. The amount of reimbursement received by the Special Milk Program Sponsor is based upon the current USDA rate of reimbursement or the reported average cost per half pint, whichever is the lesser of the two. The rate of reimbursement is established annually by the USDA. The current rate of reimbursement is $0.2075 per half pint served to eligible children (effective July 1, 2017 through June 30, 2018). Milk served to children under 19 years old may be claimed for reimbursement. In accordance with Federal civil rights law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, the USDA, its Agencies, offices, and employees, and institutions participating in

or administering USDA programs are prohibited from discriminating based on race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity in any program or activity conducted or funded by USDA. Persons with disabilities who require alternative means of communication for program information (e.g. Braille, large print, audiotape, American Sign Language, etc.), should contact the Agency (State or local) where they applied for benefits. Individuals who are deaf, hard of hearing or have speech disabilities may contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at (800) 877-8339. Additionally, program information may be made available in languages other than English. To file a program complaint of discrimination, complete the USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form, (AD- 3027) found online at: http://www.ascr. usda.gov/complaint_filing_cust.html, and at any USDA office, or write a letter addressed to USDA and provide in the letter all of the information requested in the form. To request a copy of the complaint form, call (866) 632-9992. Submit your completed form or letter to USDA by: (1) Mail: U.S. Department of Agriculture Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, 1400 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, D.C. 20250-9410; (2) Fax: (202) 6907442; or (3) Email: program.intake@usda.gov This institution is an equal opportunity provider.

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Named to magazine’s list of top remodelers Stone Creek Custom Interiors ranks 229th on the 2018 REMODELING 550 list of the nation’s biggest home improvement or remodeling companies announced today. The REMODELING 550 brings together the nation’s 550 biggest full-service remodelers, replacement contractor / home improvement firms, insurance restoration firms, and franchisors. Because the full-service and replacement firms operate so differently, the REMODELING 550 lists and ranks them separately. “We are honored to receive this distinction,” said Dena Cress and

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Notice that the Assessment Roll is Open for Examination and Open Book City of Amery, Polk County, Wisconsin

Pursuant to s.70.45, Wis. Stats. The assessment roll for the 2018 assessment will be open for examination starting on the 20th day of June 2018 at 10:00 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. Additionally, the assessor shall be available on the 20th day of June, 2018 at the Amery City Hall located at 118 Center Street West from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m., and 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

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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 8, 2018, at 9 a.m. Sue Knutson, Clerk

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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 11, 2018, at 7 p.m. AGENDA: 1. Meeting called to order 2. Reading and approval of last meeting’s minutes 3. Treasurer’s Report 4. Chairman’s Report 5. Approve payment of monthly bills 6. Ordinance Commission Report 7. Old Business: 8. New Business: -Renew Assessor contract -Insurance Review 9. Road Maintenance 10. Adjourned Janelle Johnson, Town Clerk WNAXLP

Instructional material will be provided at the open book to persons who wish to object to valuations under s.70.47, Wis. Stats. The Open Book session provides property owners with the opportunity to informally discuss their assessments with the City Assessor. Notice of Board of Review Meeting The Board of Review will meet on the 27th day of June, 2018 at 10:00 a.m. at Amery City Hall located at 118 Center Street West. For the purpose of calling the Board of Review into session during the forty-five (45) day period beginning on the 4th Monday of April, pursuant to s. 70.47(1), Wis. Stats. Pursuant to s.70.47 (2), Wis. Stats.: No person shall be allowed to appear before the Board of Review, to testify to the Board by telephone, or to contest the amount of any assessment of real or personal property if the person has refused a reasonable written request by certified mail of the Assessor to enter onto property to conduct an exterior view of such property being assessed. After the first meeting of the Board of Review and before the Board’s final adjournment, no person who is scheduled to appear before the Board of Review may contact, or provide information to, a member of the Board about the person’s objection except at a session of the Board. No person may appear before the Board of Review, testify to the Board by telephone, or contest the amount of any assessment unless, at least 48 hours before the objection is heard if the objection is allowed under sec. 70.47under sec. 70.47(3) (a), that person provides to the Clerk of the Board of Review notice as to whether the person will ask for removal under sec. 70.47 (6m)(a) and if so which member will be removed and the person’s reasonable estimate of the length of time that the hearing will take. When appearing before the Board, the person shall specify, in writing, the person’s estimate of the value of the land and of the improvements that are the subject of the person’s objection and specify the information that the person used to arrive at that estimate. No person may appear before the Board of Review, testify to the Board by telephone or object to a valuation; if that valuation was made by the Assessor or the Objector using the income method; unless the person supplies to the Assessor all of the information about income and expenses, as specified in the manual under §73.03(2a), that the Assessor requests. The City of Amery has an ordinance for the confidentiality of information about income and expenses that is provided to the Assessor under this paragraph and shall provide exceptions for persons using the information in the discharge of duties imposed by law or of the duties of their office or by order of a court. The information that is provided under this paragraph, unless a court determines that it is inaccurate, is not subject to the right of inspection and copying under §19.35(1) of Wis. Statutes.

Notice is hereby given this 4th day of June, 2018 by Frances Duncanson, Clerk-Treasurer City of Amery

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2017 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 posted on the Village website. Go to WWW.CLEARLAKE-WI.GOV.

Opportunity for input on decisions affecting your water quality First Tuesday of Every Month

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 (800426-4791). 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).

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 Sample Contaminant Level Date (if Typical Source of Range Site MCL MCLG Violation Found Contaminant (units) prior to 2017) FLUORIDE 0.1 Erosion of natural No 4 4 0.1 (ppm) 0.1 deposits; Water

Sample Contaminant Level Date (if Typical Source of Range Violation Site MCL MCLG Found prior to Contaminant (units) 2017) additive which promotes strong teeth; Discharge from fertilizer and aluminum factories

NICKEL (ppb)

100

10.0000 10.0000

Nickel occurs naturally in soils, ground water and surface waters and is often used in electroplating, stainless steel and alloy products.

Source(s) of Water Source ID Source

Depth (in feet) Status

Groundwater 304

Active

Groundwater 308

Active

To obtain a summary of the source water assessment please contact, Aaron Buhr at (715) 4912618.

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:  

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Microbial contaminants, such as viruses and bacteria, which may come from sewage treatment plants, septic systems, agricultural livestock operations and wildlife. 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. Pesticides and herbicides, which may come from a variety of sources such as agriculture, urban stormwater runoff and residential uses. 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. 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 AL Level 1 Assessment Level 2 Assessment Term

MCL MCLG MFL MRDL

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

Definition Action Level: The concentration of a contaminant which, if exceeded, triggers 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 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 E. coli MCL violation has occurred or why total coliform bacteria have been found in our water system, or both, on multiple occasions. Definition

Maximum Contaminant Level: The highest level of a contaminant that is allowed in 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 which there is no known or expected risk to health. MCLGs allow for a margin of safety. million fibers per liter Maximum residual disinfectant level: The highest level of a disinfectant allowed in drinking water. There is convincing evidence that addition of a disinfectant is necessary for control of microbial contaminants. 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.

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NITRATE (N03-N) (ppm)

2.20

1.10 2.20

Runoff from fertilizer use; Leaching from septic tanks, sewage; Erosion of natural deposits

SODIUM (ppm)

n/a

5.74

5.29 5.74

n/a

90th Contaminant Action Percentile # of MCLG (units) Level Level Results Found 0 of 10 results were COPPER 0.1920 above AL=1.3 1.3 (ppm) the action level.

Sample Date (if Typical Source of Violation Contaminant prior to 2017) Corrosion of household plumbing systems; No Erosion of natural deposits; Leaching from wood preservatives

0 of 10 results were above the

Corrosion of household plumbing systems; Erosion of natural deposits

LEAD (ppb)

AL=15 0

5.00

90th Contaminant Action Percentile # of MCLG (units) Level Level Results Found

Sample Date (if Typical Source of Violation Contaminant prior to 2017)

action level.

Radioactive Contaminants Contaminant (units)

Site MCL MCLG

Sample Level Date (if Range Found prior to 2017)

Typical Source Violation of Contaminant

GROSS ALPHA, EXCL. R & U (pCi/l)

11.0

1.3 11.0

4/22/2014

Erosion of natural deposits

RADIUM, (226 + 228) (pCi/l)

1.6

0.9 1.6

4/22/2014

Erosion of natural deposits

GROSS ALPHA, INCL. R & U (n/a)

n/a

11.0

1.3 11.0

4/22/2014

Erosion of natural deposits

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 flushing 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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COOKING WORLD Tidbit: Work hard, be kind, and amazing things will happen. Carolyn Lumsden (Conan O’Brien)

This makes a nice light warm weather dessert. This recipe can be doubled or tripled to serve more people. It’s an attractive dessert, too.

Make your favorite chocolate cake into a torte. It’s attractive and makes your cake into a more special dessert for family or friends.

PEACHY STRAWBERRY CUPS Beat together in bowl: 1 pkg. (3 oz.) cream cheese, softened 3 T. orange juice 1/4 tsp. orange zest Fold in: 1/2 c. frozen whipped topping, thawed Combine and put into 4 serving glass serving containers, dividing into equal servings: 2 c. sliced fresh strawberries 2 c. fresh peaches (or frozen sliced peaches, thawed) Dollop the cream cheese mixture on top of the fruit in the containers. Serve or refrigerate until ready to serve. Hint: if you wish, add some blueberries for even more color and nutrition.

CHOCOLATE CRÈME TORTE Make your favorite chocolate cake according to directions making it into 8 or 9” layers. Let cool on wire racks. Cut the cooled cake into 4 layers horizontally so you will have 4 layers of cake. For the filling, beat in bowl until soft peaks form: 1-1/2 c. whipping cream Fold in: 1/3 c. powdered sugar Put the first layer of cake onto a cake plate. Spread some filling onto the cake layer and do this for 3 layers, dividing the mixture between them. Put on top layer of cake. For the frosting, beat together: 1 pkg. (8 oz.) cream cheese, softened 1/4 c. butter, softened 2 tsp. vanilla Gradually beat in: 2 c. powdered sugar 3 T. baking cocoa Frost the top of the cake. Store cake in refrigerator. Serves 12-16.

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This recipe is super quick. It’s perfect for a busy day or last minute meal. It’s made in your skillet. QUICK TUNA MEAL Combine in skillet and bring to a boil: 1 pkg. (10 oz.) frozen mixed vegetables 2 c. water 2 T. dried minced onions 1/2 tsp. salt Stir in and combine: 1 can (10-3/4 oz.) cram of celery soup, undiluted 1-1/3 c. uncooked instant rice 1 can (6 oz.) tuna, drained and flaked 2 tsp. dried parsley 3/4 tsp. dried marjoram Reduce heat and simmer for 6-10 minutes or until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed. Stir in: 1 tsp. lemon juice Serve immediately. Serves 3-4. This makes a nice summer salad. Recipe can be easily doubled to serve more people. SUMMER CHICKEN SALAD Combine in larger bowl: 2 c. cooked chicken, cooled and cubed 1 celery rib, thinly sliced 1/2 c. seedless red grapes 1/3 c. raisins 1/2 c. mayonnaise 1/2 tsp. salt 1/8 tsp. pepper Stir in: 1/3 c. chopped pecans Serve on lettuce bed. Garnish with sliced or tomato wedges, if desired. Serves 2

Vegetables are important in our diets. This recipe contains several vegetables with a taste that people seem to enjoy. VEGETABLE MEDLEY In large saucepan, bring to boil: 2 c. quartered small red potatoes 1 c. baby carrots 1/2 c. water 1/2 tsp. chicken bouillon granules Reduce heat, cover, simmer for 10 minutes. Add, cover and simmer another 10 minutes until crisp tender or until done how you like them: 2 c. fresh asparagus (cut into 1/2” pieces) 1 medium zucchini (cut into 1/2” pieces) Combine in bowl/measuring cup: 1 T. butter, melted 1-1/2 tsp. Dijon mustard 1/2 tsp. dried thyme 1/4 tsp. salt Pour above over the vegetables and toss to coat. Serves 2-4.

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Emma Tretsven and Olivia Oachs Awarded Nurses Training Scholarships from Forty et Eight - Polk-Burnett Voiture Locale 236 Emma Tretsven, a 2017 Siren High School graduate, and Olivia Oachs, a 2018 Grantsburg High School graduate, received Polk-Burnett Voiture 236 Forty et Eight’s 2018 renewable four year Nurses Training Scholarships this spring to assist them while they purse their goals of becoming a registered nurse. Emma will be attending WITC – Rice Lake starting in June 2018 studying to get her LPN and RN degrees and later plans on transferring into the UW System to obtain her Bachelor of Nursing Degree with an ultimate goal of becoming a Trauma Nurse. Emma’s mother is Emma Tretsven from Eureka. Olivia will be attending Bethel University in the Fall of 2018 studying to get her RN and Bachelors of Nursing Degree and upon graduation hopes to work as a travel Gary Johnson, Chef de Gare Passe Locale Voiture 236, Emma Tretsven and nurse. Olivia’s parents are Chad and Ker- Don Anderson, Chef de Gare Locale Voiture 236

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ri Oachs from Grantsburg. Forty et Eight was formed after WWI as the fun and honor society of the American Legion. In 1941 Forty et Eight began issuing Nurses Scholarships to deserving individuals willing to undergo formal training and make a career of that very noble profession. In 1946 an acute shortage of nurses came to the attention of Voyageurs and a Nurses Training Program was initiated at the Voiture Locale level. In 1955 Voiture Nationale formally established Forty et Eight’s current Nurses Training Program. Locale 236 is honored to help these young women as they further their education in the field of nursing. In addition to annual Nurses Training Scholarships, Voiture 236 also provides funds for unmet emergent needs of children 17 years of age or younger. These situations may arise out of natural disasters, i.e., floods, tornadoes, fire, etc.

BIRTHS St. Croix Regional Medical Center St. Croix Falls Henry Thomas McGuire, 7 lbs. 8 ozs., born on May 22 to Mary Novotny and Todd McGuire of Lindstrom, MN. Josef Matthew Stephen Babowski, 6 lbs. 15 ozs., born on May 23 to RaeAnn and Stephen Babowski of St. Croix Falls. Russell Aiden Pitts, 7 lbs. 10 ozs., born on May 24 to Kyra and Russell Pitts of Shafer, MN. Jasper Jene Lindner, 6 lbs. 6 ozs., born on May 28 to Victoria Schnepp and Jacob Lindner of Frederic.

Social Security reports top baby names in Wisconsin The Social Security Administration today announced the most popular baby names in Wisconsin for 2017. Oliver and Olivia topped the list. The top five boys and girls names for 2017 in Wisconsin were: Boys: Girls: 1) Henry 1) Emma 2) Oliver 2) Olivia 3) Liam 3) Evelyn 4) William 4) Charlotte 5) Logan 5) Ava How does Wisconsin compare to the rest of the country? Boys: Girls: 1) Liam 1) Emma 2) Noah 2) Olivia 3) William 3) Ava 4) James 4) Isabella 5) Logan 5) Sophia See a complete list at www.socialsecurity.gov.

Still June

By: Larry Phillipson 5-27-2018 June is here as times before, But now it brings Summer and temperatures soar. They are talking 90 degrees at hand, A heat wave across the entire land. I understand that we are in need of rain, Without rain the economy is in pain. The weather seem undecided in what to do, Global warming is the answer to the clue.

Hunger can affect anyone, anywhere, any age. Together we can make a difference. Bremer Bank is working to help end hunger in the Amery community. From June 11 - 22, you can donate to the Amery Area Food Pantry through the Meals for Many hunger campaign. You can drop off nonperishable food items, personal care items, household items or monetary donations at Bremer Bank in Amery. Bremer is proud to be a part of this community.

If it gets hot in June or May, What will it be like on a July day? Then we will go to the beach and swim, That should satisfy our Summer whim. Last January we longed for days like this, We yearned for warmer days of bliss. The month of June will be here for awhile, So we'll enjoy and take it with a smile. We are thankful for all God has to give, The things of beauty make it a pleasure to live. We must enjoy the June that comes once a year, It always brings happiness and cheer. Larry Phillipson is a poet laureate of Amery, Wisconsin

June is National Dairy Month In observance of Dairy Month, chocolate milk will be served all month. Also, local 4-H Clubs will serve dairy products on Fridays during the month of June.

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Public invited to unique fiddle concerts Looking to inspire and attract students, recognized Danish fiddler Harald Haugaard, founder of the successful International Fiddle School in Breklum Germany, has opened an American version at West Denmark, one mile West of Luck, Wisconsin. This will be the fourth year of what is intended to be an annual event to be held at West Denmark. Registration begins on Sunday, June 10 with a picnic supper followed by an orientation to the fiddle school. There will be 4 days of instruction and other activities and then ending on Thursday, June 14 with a final concert in the evening. Joining Haugaard this year are fiddle players, Antti Järvelä from Finland and Scottish fiddle champion Hanneke Cassel from Boston, Massachusetts and Kevin Henderson, fiddler from the international-

ly known band Boys of the Lough, who is from the Shetland Islands. New this year is Helene Blum from Denmark who will add a vocal dimension to the Fiddle School These five amazing fiddle players and teachers will offer a four day event for playing music, singing, dancing and making new friends. People from all ages and from diverse cultures, countries and styles are welcome come and share a passion for learning music based on Scandinavian and Anglo/Celtic traditions. While the Fiddle School features the violin, other instruments such as cell, guitar, mandolin are also welcomed. The public is invited to share this experience by attending two unique concerts. On Tuesday, June 13, the four Fiddle School instructors will be performing a concert at West

Denmark Lutheran Church. In this lovely setting with windows overlooking Little Butternut Lake, hand crafted church furniture, and a traditional Danish wood sailing ship hanging from the ceiling, you will hear old and new melodies played by world class artists who are among the best at their craft. On Thursday, June 14 there will be a Finale Concert where more than 50 Fiddle School participants, along with their instructors, will play an energetic concert of the tunes they have learned at the Fiddle School. This concert will also be at the Luck High School auditorium. Contact information, and location of the concerts, can be found on the Fiddle School web page at: www.westdenmark.net

ADRC Elderly Nutriton Program Suggested Donation $4.00. Congregate diners and Home Deliver Meal participants please contact your meal site with meal reservations or cancellations. Please provide 24 hour notice. Congregate Dining Meal Serving Times: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday at 11:30am Congregate Dining Locations in Polk County: Amery Congregational Church 715-268-6818 . 201 Harriman Ave North, Amery Milltown Community Center 715-825-5025. 301 2nd Ave SW, Milltown Meal sites are closed on Wednesdays unless otherwise specified. Menu subject to change without notice. Bread and milk offered with all meals. Thursday, June 7: Egg salad sandwich, vegetable pasta salad, buttered roll, fruit. Friday, June 8: Chicken and dumplings, carrots, buttered bread, fresh fruit cup. Monday, June 11: Pulled pork on a bun, scalloped potatoes, green beans, buttered roll, fruit pie. Tuesday, June 12: Meatloaf, baked potatoes, harvard beets, buttered bread, fruit.

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

C.H.A.D.D. (Children with Attention Deficit Disorder). Parent support group meets the fourth Monday of each month at Firstar Bank board room, Cumberland, 7 p.m. For info. call Pat Skinner at 715-822-8422 and leave message. Cancer, Grief & Depression Support Group. A support group to allow people to talk about their experiences with cancer, grief and depression as well as share mutual support to one another. Second Tuesday of every month at Amery Area Community Center at 1 p.m. You can join at any time and it is free and open to the public. Caregiver Support Group meets the third Tuesday of every month from 2-3:30 p.m. at the Peace Lutheran Church in Dresser. Contact Barb at ADRC of NW WI at 877-485-2372 for more information. Compassionate Friends, Tri- County Chapter meets the first Monday of each month at 7 p.m. First Lutheran church, Clear Lake. This group offers support and understanding to families who are grieving the death of a child of any age, from any cause. For more information call 715-263-2739 Domestic Violence (DV) and Sexual Assault (SA) Support Groups and Services. Polk County - domestic violence (DV), sexual assault (SA) and the children’s group are every Monday (DV) and Tuesday (SA) beginning at 6 p.m. Call CRA to find out more info and for the location. Burnett County call CRA for info (the day and time will be changing). For more information call CRA 715-825-4414 or the 24 hour crisis line 1-800-261-7233. All groups and services are free of charge. Early Stage Alzheimer Support Group. For the diagnosed person and their caregiver. Challenges in early-stage dementia will be discussed, along with therapeutic benefits of family involvement. Sponsored in part by the American Alzheimer’s Association. Meetings are free of charge and open to the public, held at the Amery Centennial Hall the first Wednesday of each month at 10 a.m. Call 715-268-6605 to register. Epilepsy Foundation of Western Wisconsin. Call 1-800-924-2105. Family Child Care Professonals Network. Meets the third Thursday of each month. Contact Beth Neely at 715-483-1482 for more information. All family child care providers are welcome. Farm Crisis. Information on financial, mental health, legal, job retraining resources. Call 1-800-942-2474.

Golden Age Manor Family Council meets the first Saturday of the month at 10 a.m. in the east wing sunporch. GAM is Polk County’s longest operating longterm healthcare facility. The Family Council’s goal is to enhance the lives of the residents beyond what the staff normally does. Grief Share. Have you lost someone close? Grief Share is a Christian based, non-denominational seminar/support group program that will be meeting at Centennial Hall in Amery every Monday at 1 p.m. For information call Bruce 715-268-2176 or 715-268-8360. GriefShare, a non-denominational special help seminar and support group for people experiencing the loss of a loved one is being held at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Amery on Thursdays from 6:30 to 8 p.m. The church is located at 1050 Keller Ave. N. GriefShare features nationally recognized experts on grief recovery topics. Seminar sessions include “Is This Normal?” “The Challenges of Grief,” “Grief and Your Relationships,” “Why?” and “Guilt and Anger.” For more information call St. Joseph Catholic church at 715-268-7717. Head Injury Support Group. Closed head injury, stroke, aneurism or traumatic brain injury which affects your daily living? Learn to cope with your disabilities, provide insight and camaraderie. Second Friday of each month 2-3:30 p.m. Frederic Public Library. Contact Julie Martin 715-327-4474. Moms in Prayer International. •Two or more women who meet regularly to pray for their children, their schools, their teachers and administrators. •Mothers, grandmothers or anyone who is willing to pray for a specific child and school. •We meet at the Journey Church, 131 Broadway St., Amery, Mondays from 1:302:30 p.m. Contact Jen at 715-268-2223 with questions. (only meets during the school year.) MOPS and MOMsnext (Mothers of Preschoolers) is a group for moms and their kids. Every mom who is pregnant or has a childat home is welcome, accepted, and challenged to meet her potential. Better moms make a better world! For more info go to clmops@hotmail.com. Overeaters Anonymous Group. Tuesday evening 7 p.m. at Redeemer Lutheran Church, 200 N. Adams St., St. Croix Falls. Questions call 715-825-3416. PEPTalk - P(arents)E(ncouraging)P(arents)... exists to encourage, support, and build up a community of homeschool families in Polk County, Wisconsin. We welcome all types of homeschooling families to check us out! PEPTalk activities happen throughout the month. For more information contact Jenn Dueholm, jenndueholm@yahoo.com or Wendy Dietrich, thedietrichs@amerytel.net. Like us on Facebook under PEPTalk.

Polk County Parent-To-Parent Coaliton, a network for parents of children from birth through adulthood who have disabilities or other special needs. For more information about meetings and advocacy support, contact Lynne 715-472-2002. PREGNANT. Need help? Our tests and help are free and confidential. 715-755-BABY (2229). Osceola Life Care Center. Student Assistance Program is for students in the Amery school district who may be having personal or family problems. Strict confidentiality is followed except in cases of danger to self or others. Call 715-2680303 for middle school S.A.P. members or 715-2680214 for high school S.A.P. members. TEENS—Talk before you run. Trained counselors will listen. 1-800-491-8336 or 715-235-8882. TEENCARE. Where teens get help fast. 1-800-4918336. TOPS Club meets Tuesdays 3:30-5 p.m. at the Balsam Lake Municipal Building (under the water tower), Balsam Lake. Contact Sheila 715-857-5892 or just come to a meeting. TOP’s mission is to support our members as they take off and keep off pounds sensibly. Tutors: Free tutors are available to anyone who would like help studying for GED, English as a Second Language (ESL), or with basic skills in reading or math. Call 715-405-7323 to be matched with a local tutor. Veteran’s Support Group. 1st Tuesday monthly 5:30-6:30 p.m. at Amery VFW, 130 Wisconsin Ave. Spouses/significant other also welcome and encouraged to attend. Contact Dan 715-768-0679, Amanda 715-429-0467 or Dianna 715-607-1898. Sponsored by Amery VFW Post 7929 and American Legion Post 169. Weight Loss Club meets Thursdays 8-9 a.m. Our Savior’s Lutheran church, 217 Deronda St., Amery. Bonnie Timm 715-268-2980. Western Wisconsin LYME Education and Support Group meets: fourth Thursday of the month (April through October) at 7 p.m. at Our Savior’s Lutheran church, 217 Deronda St., Amery. (No meetings November through March). Meetings are free of charge and open to the public. For info call Ann 715-268-2856, Paula 715-268-2035, Bonnie 715-268-9557, Sue 715268-6687. Women’s Spiritual Growth Group meets each Thursday from 7-8 p.m. at 931 Pine St., St. Croix Falls.

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Polk County Silent Sports and Adventures BY JON BRATT

I grew up in south Minneapolis near the Mississippi River when it was still common for kids to roam its relatively wild areas without supervision. Biking to a favorite fishing hole was a common summer activity. I have many happy memories of cross-country skiing and sledding on its hilly banks in the old-fashioned winters we had in the 1970s. As an adult I traveled to enjoy outdoor activities, focusing on silent sports for their health benefits. The Lanesboro area of SE Minnesota and The BWCA were and still are particular favorites. But since moving to Polk County five years ago I have discovered a remarkable number of

places to hike, paddle, bike, ski, fish, swim and enjoy outdoor adventures right here. Recently retired after owning a tree service business for 32 years, I’m trying my hand at writing a column about some of these places and adventures I’ve discovered. Upon my big move to Polk County in 2013 I found the county and township roads to be fan-

tastic for running. Every new route I tried held inspiring vistas for a longtime city dweller. But the dogs ruined it. I got used to dogs running off their properties, barking, tails wagging, and I would just ignore them and after a short run they’d give up the chase and head home--until one chomped into my calf from behind. And then another bite led to rabies shots and an

unpleasant anxiety level whenever a barking dog appeared. So I switched to biking on roads and running on trails and suddenly I was exploring all of Polk County. Two books have been tremendously helpful to me and I highly recommend them. “Polk County Places” by Buz Swerkstrom is a great guidebook to Polk County. The other is “Northern Wisconsin All Outdoors Atlas and Field Guide” by Sportsman’s Connection and is a detailed map book geared towards every outdoor activity. I’d love to hear about your adventures and favorite places. Drop me a line at jlbratt@ hotmail.com We live in God’s country here so GET OUTSIDE!

Wisconsin Leadership Seminar scholarship winner Laura Kastanek was chosen as the Amery School District’s winner of the Wisconsin Leadership Seminar (WILS) scholarship for the Class of 2020. The scholarship is provided by the Amery Woman’s club. The leadership seminar is June 8-10th, 2018 at the University of Wisconsin, Whitewater.

Prepare for Summer Boating by Installing a Marine Carbon Monoxide Detector Properly Working Marine Carbon Monoxide Detectors Can Save Lives As we head into boating season, Polk County Health Department wants to remind residents to take action to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning. “In the right conditions, exhaust from a boat’s engine and generator can vent into the cabin, cock-pit, and bridge and poison those aboard,” said Brain Kaczmarski, Director for Polk County Health Department. “Properly installed marine carbon monoxide detectors on boats can save lives.” To protect yourself and your family from carbon monoxide, follow these safety tips: •Make sure you have a working marine carbon monoxide detector. Home detectors aren’t designed to work in a marine environment, so be sure to find a detector that is specifically for marine use. You can buy a marine detector

from boating supply stores for $60-150. Owners can install battery-powered detectors, but marine technicians should install any hard-wired detectors. Like home detectors, marine detectors should be replaced every five years or according to manufacturer instructions. We highly recommend detectors for all fuel-burning boats with enclosed spaces that can be occupied by a person. Boat owners should strongly consider a detector for other boats with fuel-burning engines, even if they don’t have enclosed spaces. •Ensure all fuel-burning engines and appliances are properly installed and maintained. The U.S. Coast Guard has a helpful checklist for inspecting your boat for exhaust-related prob-lems. •Swim and play away from areas where engines vent their exhaust.

•Never block exhaust outlets. Blocked outlets can cause carbon monoxide to build up in cabin and cockpit areas. •Limit the time your boat idles or runs at slow speeds. •Dock, beach, or anchor your boat at least 20 feet away from the nearest boat. Exhaust from nearby boats can build up near your boat’s cabin and cockpit. •Know the symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning and take action if you see them. Car-bon monoxide can’t be seen or smelled, and at high levels, it can cause death within minutes. Symptoms of overexposure to carbon monoxide include headache, fatigue, dizzi-ness, shortness of breath, nausea, and confusion. Keep in mind that carbon monoxide poi-soning can seem like seasickness or alcohol intoxication. If you think you may be experi-encing

carbon monoxide poisoning, or your detector sounds an alarm, move to fresh air and call 911. Wisconsin residents who boat in Minnesota waters should also be aware of Sofia’s Law, which went into effect on May 1, 2018. This law requires certain types of boats to display carbon monoxide warning stickers and/or be equipped with a marine carbon monoxide detector. Any boats used in Minnesota waters must comply with Sofia’s Law. Learn more about the requirements on the So-phia’s Law webpage. Visit the Wisconsin Department of Health Service’s safe boating webpage for more information on carbon monoxide and boating.

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‘Arthur’ Superfans Second graders were busy reading Marc Brown Arthur books this spring...they read a total of 2,358. Here are the top readers: Front row Charlotte Yeske, Arthur, Ellie Hall. Back row Regan Granica, Easton D’Ambrosio, Natalie Novak

BRIDGE Thursday night Duplicate Bridge results North-South 1st: Judy and Gene Collier 2nd: Judy Strobush and Janet Burke East-West 1st: Jeff Reardon and Pat Carlson 2nd: Butch Burke and Syd Lund

Now is the time to start planting whether a garden or containers. Over the last several months, I have given you ideas on what to do for gardens and containers. Now it’s time Garden to implement those ideas. Variety If you are new to garJulie Kuehl, dening remember that planning is important. Polk County Always keep in mind Master Gardener spacing. Whether you are planting flowers or veggies the same rules apply – good soil, correct lighting, watering with good drainage. Again, it’s important to make sure you read the labels carefully so that you are planting and watering correctly for the veggies or flowers you are using. Some taller veggies or flowers may need some additional support from cages to keep them looking attractive. Choose carefully and you will enjoy flowers and produce all summer long. This is the time when certain (NOT ALL) spring blooming shrubs/trees should be pruned. It is important to

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Friday, June 8, 3 pm—4 pm Macro Discovery Learn about the macroinvertebrates that live in the rivers and lakes around us. Meet at the Beach House at the Lake ‘O the Dalles. Saturday, June 9, 10 am—noon Fossil Viewing Come see what sort of creatures once lived in Wisconsin’s ancient sea. Held at the Ice Age Center. Saturday, June 9, 1 pm—2:30 pm Wild Food and Folk Medicine Discover a delightful variety of foods and folk medicine that can be gathered from the wild, and in your own backyard. Though we won’t be harvesting wild foods from the Park, we’ll talk about safe harvesting practices and how you can pick and prepare wild foods at home. Meet at the Ice Age Center. Sunday, June 10, 11 am—2 pm Pet-A-Pelt Ever wonder what it feels like to pet a fox or an otter? You can!! Stop in at the Front Desk of the Ice Age Center to see and feel our many animal pelts.

prune shrubs at the right time of year to make sure you aren’t cutting off the next year’s buds. There are many reasons for pruning shrubs. To promote healthy shrubs – remove dead or dying branches, branches that rub together or branch stubs. Pruning to improve the shrubs overall appearance. Trees and shrubs that should be pruned immediately after flowering are: Azaleas, Rhododendrons, early blooming Spirea, Weigela, chokeberry, chokecherry, clove currant, flowering plum or cherry, forsythia, Juneberry and Magnolia. Pruning should be done mid-June to mid-July before the buds for the next season are set. Make sure to use a sharp pruner to avoid rough edges. Rule of thumb is not to take more than 1/3rd of branches. This is a good time to plant summer bulbs such as gladioli and new perennials for the garden. Add color to a dull spot with some annuals. If you have a suggestion for a topic or a question send to me at gardenvarietycolumn@gmail.com Keep digging and planting until next time!

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A.J.’s disappearance raises questions in the Valley A week had gone by since A.J. Fryerson’s letter to the editor concerning Buford Levitt’s new gas pumps was published in the Lennox Valley Columnist Hometown News. Iris Long, editor, thought Kevin Slimp it peculiar she hadn’t received anything from A.J. in the week since. A.J. could be counted on for at least one, and sometimes two or three, submissions each week. She didn’t always include a letter from A.J. on the opinion page, but Iris couldn’t remember a week since his memorable letter of August 2, 1991, that she hadn’t received at least one dispatch from the town complainer. In that missive, A.J. was angry with the Valley’s sole law enforcer, Chief Dibble. It seems during his first month as chief, Dibble stopped Fryerson for failure to come to a complete stop at Bearden’s Corner. This was before the town’s only red light was installed, and the four-way stop kept drivers from crashing into each other in front of the Baptist church. A.J. was full of himself that day, writing, “Perhaps Chief Dibble was so focused on his chocolate donut that he failed to realize I stopped for a full seven seconds before turning right at the corner.” “The law,” he continued, “requires just three seconds before making that turn.” Fryerson was confident of the timing because he remembered singing the classic line from the 1980’s hit, “Come On Eileen,” while he waited to make his turn. No one living in the Valley at the time has forgotten the crescendo of his classic letter: “I have listened to ‘Come On Eileen’ 23 times this morning, and I can write with certainty the line lasts a full seven

seconds.” He went on to make several additional comments about the chief’s eating habits and suggested an appropriate nickname for Dibble might be “Chief Dribble,” resulting from “all the chocolate dripping down his chin.” No one is sure what, if anything, Chief Dibble said or did in response to Fryerson’s tirade, but it was six weeks before A.J. submitted his next letter, and he hasn’t written a negative word about our beloved police chief since. Iris had lunch at the Hoffbrau that day, taking the opportunity to ask her waitress and friend, Jessie Orr, if she had seen much of Fryerson over the past week. It was common knowledge A.J. was a daily customer at the ‘Brau. Long couldn’t begin to remember the number of letters he had written complaining about something that “just didn’t taste right” during one of his meals. “I haven’t seen A.J. since last Wednesday,” Jessie answered. “It was right after I read his letter in the paper. I told him no one was gonna side with him against Buford Levitt.” “And you haven’t seen him since?” queried Iris. “I figured he was sick or something,” offered Jessie. “I can’t remember the last time he missed two days in a row.” “Maybe he is,” Long responded. Iris was a veteran journalist, and she wasn’t about to create unnecessary drama. After all, A.J. could be sick. Or maybe he took a trip, as unlikely as that seemed. As she finished drinking the last sip of her coffee, Iris thought about the many enemies Fryerson had made over the years. Even so, she could not have realized A.J. had submitted his last letter of 1998 to the Hometown News. Read more about the Good Folks at lennoxvalley.com.

Park: Usually a Tuesday at DD Kennedy Park the weeks of June 11 - August 13 from 10-11:30 am. No Fee. Pre-registration opens June 4 at 9 am and is required by calling 715-684-4440. Do not register through Amery Community Ed. Community Education brochures can be found at all four schools, the public libraries, and online at www.amerysd. k12.wi.us. Pre-register for all classes through Amery Community Ed by calling 715-268-9771 x220 or online (www.amerysd.k12.wi.us) unless the class description indicates otherwise. Easy Oil Painting with Jay Rupp: "The Loon": Jay is a certified Bob Ross instructor and enjoys painting with people who have no experience painting, don't want to paint, and who can't draw stick men, though all levels of ‘expertise’ are welcome. All materials are provided. Monday, July 9 from 5:30-9:30 pm. Fee $59. Pre-register with Community Ed AARP Driver Safety – RESCHEDULED to June 22 from 12:15-4:30 p at Amery Centennial Hall. AARP member fee $15, non-member $20. Pay fee at first class, but please pre-register at Centennial Hall, 715.268.6605. Play and Learn Parent-Child Group in the

SUMMER YOUTH ACTIVITIES open to youth from any school district. Register with Amery Community Education unless it states otherwise. DNR Hunter Education certification: 3 classes offered in June. Mornings from June 11-15 or June 18-22 or afternoons from June 11-15 for ages 10 and up, $10. Volleyball 1on1 Camps for girls entering grades 6-8 on July 10 & 12 from 5-6:30 p, $20 OR girls entering grades 9-12, July 9-12 from 8a - 5p, $220. Register at http://tshq.bluesombrero.com/ameryvolleyball Junior Golf on Mondays in June and July for grades 1-10, $40. Lesson and on-course times vary between 12:30-5p depending on age. Wrestling Youth Development Camp June 25-28 from 6-7:30 p for grades K-5, $50. Wrestling Technique Camp June 25-28 from 6-7:30 p for grades 6-12, $50. Basketball Camp for boys and girls July 16-19, $75. Girls 8:30-11:30a; Boys 1:30-4:30p. Softball Camp July

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World Elder Abuse Awareness Day June 15 Information from: https://eldermistreatment.usc.edu/weaad-home/ Did you know in 2006, the United Nations launched the first World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD)? This year’s WEAAD theme is One person. One action. One Nation. United against elder abuse. Why is this day so important? Every day 10,000 people turn 65 in the US alone. That trend is going to continue for nearly the next 20 years. Our demographics are shifting, and we will soon have more older adults in the US than ever before. At the same time that the population is growing, we know that a startling number of elders face abusive conditions. Every year an estimated 5 million or 1 in 10, older Americans are victims of elder abuse, neglect, or exploitation. And that’s only part of the picture. Experts believe that for every case of elder abuse or neglect reported; as many as 23.5 cases go unreported. WEAAD serves as a call-to-action for individuals, organizations, and communities to raise awareness about abuse, neglect, and exploitation of elders. The International Network for the Prevention of Elder Abuse and the World Health Organization at the United Nations (UN) launched the first World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD) in an effort to unite communities around the world in raising awareness about elder abuse. WEAAD is in support of the UN’s International Plan of Action acknowledging the significance of elder abuse as a public health and human rights issue. What can you do? First, yes, YOU can make a difference. In fact, a world without elder abuse starts with one person and one action that ignites passion in others to do the same. Before we know it our nation and world will

stand against elder abuse. We can all do something! Take a look at a few ideas below from the ADRC of Northwest Wisconsin: 1. On June 15th wear purple and/ or get your friends together to wear purple to talk about elder abuse awareness. Take a picture of your awesome group and email it to adrc@ co.polk.wi.us or drop it off at one of our offices—at the Burnett County Government Center or Polk County Government Center. The ADRC and Polk County Behavioral Health are partnering to get more people involved and aware of WEAAD. We want to flood our websites, newsletters and Facebook pages with pictures of you raising awareness about elder abuse. 2. Wear a purple ribbon the month of June or display a purple ribbon with pride in your front yard on a tree, your front door, or a fence post signifying your support for World Elder Abuse Awareness Day. Talk about it to your friends and neighbors when they ask about the purple ribbon. 3. Educate yourself on the different kinds of elder abuse and signs that someone might be experiencing abuse, neglect or exploitation. 4. Take action when you see signs of abuse by calling 9-1-1 (if someone is in life-threatening danger) or your local Adult Protective Services Department (Burnett County 715-349-7600 and Polk County 715-485-8400) or Police Departments. 5. If you are an older adult, take care of your health, stay active and connected to family and friends, and learn what you can do to protect your personal and financial information from scams.

Bravery and Love Remembered With passing time, they have loaned or shared their laurels, to civilians who passed and also were held dear. Although the day to those who had born our quarrels, was dedicated as they met threats ominously near. As our nation hailed them, adorned their place of rest, held parades for those who gladly had returned, salved wounds and morale of those who gave their best, proclaimed a day to display bouquets for honors earned. And now, it is hoped, not only in the war, but devotion expressed for loved ones passed, Flowers, crosses, emblems of honor at the fore, for heroes, family, friends, too, in our memories last. As summer's coming is marked by a nostalgic event, of honor, a newly refreshed face of life, time remembering efforts bravely spent, may we, stand by our children, man and wife. Carol Morfitt Welch

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Named to Dean's List at UW-Superior SUPERIOR, Wis - The University of Wisconsin- Superior has named [name] of [hometown] to the Dean's List for academic achievement during the Spring 2018 semester. To be named to the Dean's List, students must have completed 12 degree-seeking semester credits and achieved at least a 3.50 grade point average (on a 4.0 scale). Alexis Urhammer, Amery Joshua Hallberg, Balsam Lake Benjamin Peterson, Balsam Lake Jennifer Arjes, Luck Noah Musial, Luck Emma Carroll, Osceola Emily Thompson, Osceola

University of Minnesota Duluth (UMD) Announces Dean’s List for Spring 2018 DULUTH, Minn. - The University of Minnesota Duluth (UMD) has announced its Dean’s List for Spring Semester 2018. Students on the Dean’s List have achieved a grade point average of 3.5 or higher. The five colleges within UMD are: College of Education and Human Service Professions (CEHSP); College of Liberal Arts (CLA); Swenson College of Science and Engineering (SCSE); Labovitz School of Business and Economics (LSBE); School of Fine Arts (SFA) Tucker J Hazzard, Osceola, Sophomore, Labovitz School of Bus & Econ, Pre Business Brendon R Gearhart, St. Croix Falls, Senior, UMD-Sci & Eng. Swenson Coll of, Civil Engineering B S C E

UW-La Crosse announces spring 2018 Dean’s List LA CROSSE, Wis. - The following area students have been named to the Dean’s List at the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse for the spring semester of the 2017-18 academic year, ending May 2018. Qualification for the Dean’s List is limited to students who have attained outstanding academic achievement. To be eligible, students must have earned not less than a 3.5 semester grade point average and carried a minimum of 12 credits. Students on the Dean’s List from this area include: Amery, WI Alex Becker, Political Science Major Lane Christensen, Accountancy Major

Balsam Lake, WI Samuel Butler, Youth Options Centuria, WI Ella Luepke, Recreation Management Major: Outdoor Recreation Emphasis Dylan Ruck, Radiation Therapy Major Clayton, WI Mackinzie Fall, Exercise and Sport Science Major: Physical Education Clear Lake, WI Alexander Colbeth, Early Childhood through Middle Childhood Education Major Seth Erickson, Communication Studies Major: Interpersonal Communication Emphasis Cushing, WI Alyssa Swenson, Biology Major: Environmental Science Concentration Dresser, WI Sarah Elmer, Biology Major: Biomedical Science Concentration Frederic, WI Olivia Schauls, Archaeological Studies Major: Cultural Anthropology Emphasis Luck, WI Carly Ince, Exercise and Sport Science Major: Exercise Science - Pre-professional Track Madeline Joy, Management Major Emma Pedersen, Therapeutic Recreation Major Osceola, WI Stephanie Newman, Accountancy Major Saint Croix Falls, WI Sophie Klein, School Health Education Major Alyssa Paulson, Youth Options Star Prairie, WI Logan Gove, History Education Major Turtle Lake, WI Cassandra Beach, Psychology Major Meredith Engman, Communication Studies Major: Organizational and Professional Communication Emphasis Maxwell Molls, Geography Major: Geographic Information Science Concentration

UW-Whitewater announces Dean’s List WHITEWATER, WI -- The following students were named to the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater Dean’s List for the 2018 spring semester. - Turtle Lake, Wis.: Tasha Henck - Turtle Lake, Wis.: Joshua Koehler - Clear Lake, Wis.: Daniel Jilek These students have demonstrated their academic abilities by receiving a grade point average of 3.4 or above in a single semester.

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St. Croix Falls grad Katie Herrick and FSA County Committee Webster grad Troy Woodman to represent Nominations Launch 15 Polk-Burnett on Co-op Youth Tour of D.C. Giving FarmersJune a Voice in their Community CENTURIA – Katie Herrick, 2018 graduate of St. Croix Falls High School, and Troy Woodman, a 2018 graduate of Webster High School, were selected to represent Polk-Burnett Electric Cooperative as delegates for the 2018 NRECA Youth Tour of Washington, D.C., June 8-15. Herrick and Woodman will join more than 1,000 high school students from Katie Herrick Troy Woodman across the country to learn about cooperatives, the rural tour of Washington, D.C. Herrick is the daughter of co-op electric program, U.S. history, members Theodore and Julie Hergovernment and democracy. They rick of Cushing. Woodman is the will meet with congressional leadson of co-op members Tracy and ers and tour Capitol Hill, national David Woodman of Webster. monuments, Arlington National In her essay, Herrick wrote that Cemetery and the Smithsonian she’s been “fascinated by governMuseums. The tour is hosted by ment” since kindergarten, when the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association (NRECA), with she was elected to serve on her school’s junior student council. She local sponsorship by Polk-Burnett was president of her high school Electric Cooperative. student council, and her “passion To be selected as Polk-Burnett’s for leadership has only grown. The delegates for the NRECA Youth chance to witness firsthand the Tour, both students demonstratsite of our nation’s most influential ed community involvement, and leaders—Washington, D.C.—would wrote essays about the value of be utterly life changing.” electricity and why they wanted In his essay, Woodman wrote, to be delegates for the co-op youth

“I’ve wanted to go to Washington, D.C. ever since I was young…. I love learning about our great nation’s history… It would be amazing to see all of the monuments and building that I’ve seen in my history textbooks… It’s one thing to see a picture of it, but it is a whole new, deep experience to … learn about history while actually being in the place it happened, rather than just reading about it in a textbook…. This is an opportunity of a lifetime.” “As a rural electric co-op, Polk-Burnett is pleased to support youth leadership opportunities for the sons and daughters of our members, according to our cooperative principles,” said General Manager Steve Stroshane. Polk-Burnett’s Youth Tour program does not affect electric rates; it is funded with unclaimed capital credits that otherwise would be forfeited to the state. –from Polk-Burnett Electric Cooperative

June means increase in deer activity – greater potential for deer/vehicle crashes The month of June typically sees a spike in deer activity, and safety officials with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) are asking motorists - and especially motorcyclists - to be extra alert. Deer activity increases in June as females search for places to give birth and young deer separate from their mothers. While crashes between deer and motor vehicles tend to peak in the fall, June is typically when motorists are most likely to be injured in a deer/vehicle crash. “It’s that time of year when we see an increase in traffic volumes, in vehicle speeds and deer activity,” said David Pabst, Director of WisDOT’s Bureau of Transportation Safety. “The best advice to prevent deer crashes and protect yourself is to be alert, slow down, buckle up - and if you’re motorcycling – always wear protective equipment.” Last year in Wisconsin, nine people

were killed in deer-related crashes - six were motorcyclists. Wisconsin law enforcement agencies reported 20,482 deer/motor vehicle crashes last year. Dane County had the most with 959, followed by Waukesha County with 869 and Manitowoc County with 788. In five counties, more than half of all crashes reported in 2017 involved deer: Green Lake, Kewaunee, Lafayette, Oconto and Shawano. A county-by-county breakdown of deer/vehicle crashes in Wisconsin last year is available on the WisDOT website. WisDOT offers the following tips to avoid deer crashes and motorist injuries: Deer can be spotted any time of day, but are most active in early morning and evening hours. Slow down, eliminate distractions, and make sure all vehicle occupants are buckled up. If you see a deer, slow down and blow your horn

with one long blast to frighten it away. If a collision with a deer is unavoidable: Brake firmly. Stay in your lane. Avoid sudden swerving which can cause you to lose control of your vehicle and result in a more serious crash. The one exception is if you are operating a motorcycle, in which case you should slow down, brake firmly and swerve if necessary to avoid hitting the deer. Try to stay within your lane if possible to avoid hitting other objects. If you do hit a deer: Get your vehicle safely off the road if possible and call law enforcement. Be prepared to describe your specific location. Generally, it’s safest to stay buckled-up inside your vehicle. Walking along a highway is always dangerous as you could be struck by another vehicle. Don’t attempt to move an injured deer.

The increase in motor vehicle travel and deer activity this time of year also results in more car-killed-deer along Wisconsin roadways. WisDOT works with private vendors or counties to manage deer carcass removal. The agreements require vendors to dispose of deer carcasses along the State Highway System (all numbered highways) within two business days after receiving a report. Reporting car-killed-deer for disposal depends on the location of the deer carcass: •Along Interstates, U.S. and state highways, contact the appropriate county sheriff’s department; •Along county highways, contact the county highway department; •Along town, village and city roads, contact the appropriate local municipality.

WASHINGTON — The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) encourages America’s farmers and ranchers to nominate candidates to lead, serve and represent their community on their local county committee. USDA’s Farm Service Agency (FSA) will accept nominations for county committee members beginning Friday, June 15, 2018. Producers across the country are already serving on committees where they play a critical role in the day-to-day operations of FSA, making important decisions on programs dealing with disaster and conservation, emergencies, commodity price loan support, county office employment and other agricultural issues. “Our county committees make decisions about how federal farm programs are administered locally to best serve the needs of agriculture in their community,” said Acting FSA Administrator Steve Peterson. “We strongly encourage all eligible producers to visit their local FSA office today to find out how to get involved in their county’s election. There’s an increasing need for representation from underserved producers, which includes beginning, women and other minority farmers and ranchers.” Nationwide, more than 7,700 dedicated farmers and ranchers serve on FSA county committees, which consist of three to 11 members and meet once a month, or as needed. Members serve threeyear terms. Producers can nominate themselves or others. Check your local USDA service center to see if your local administrative area is up for election this year. Organizations, including those representing beginning, women and minority producers, may also nominate candidates to better serve their communities. To be eligible to serve on an FSA county committee, producers must participate or cooperate in an FSA program and reside in the area where the election is being held. To be considered, a producer must sign an FSA669A nomination form. The form and other in-formation about FSA county committee elections are available at www.fsa.usda.gov/elections. All nomination forms for the 2018 election must be postmarked or received in the local FSA office by Aug. 1, 2018. Visit farmers.gov for more information. Election ballots will be mailed to eligible voters beginning Nov. 5, 2018. Read more to learn about important election dates.

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Soak up the summer sun at Crex Meadows in June GRANTSBURG, Wis. – Make the most of summer weather and head to Crex Meadows State Wildlife Area in June for a number of fun events. Bird Watching – Fridays: June 1, 15, and 29, 8-10:30 a.m. As a group, participants will learn how to identify different birds, get hints for bird watching on Crex Meadows, and come together to share recent sightings! Meet at the Visitor Center and carpool through the wildlife area. Evening Exploration Hikes – Mondays: June 11 and 25 from 5-6:30 p.m. Experience wildlife in a new way and join us at for a series of evening hikes during the summer months! Each hike will be in a different area of

the property, and will be no longer than 1-2 miles in length. All ages and skill levels are welcome! Little Wildlifers Tuesdays: June 19 and 26 from 10-11:15 a.m. Families are offered a chance to discover wildlife through stories, songs, hands-on activities, games, crafts, and snacks. Little Wildlifers is a free, no-registration, no obligation program that encourages families to get out an enjoy nature. Please dress for the weather. Ages 2-8. Wing-shooting Workshop - Saturday, June 16 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Because hunting is a tradition that runs deep in the state of Wisconsin, the DNR has developed this one day workshop

that is designed to help bird hunters improve their hunting skills by learning proper techniques, learning to estimate range, and learning to choose the right gun, choke, and ammunition. Our goal is to improve the hunting experience while promoting responsible and ethical hunting. Pre-registration required. Space limited. Cost: $25/ person. Tour of Crex Meadows - Wednesday, June 20 from 5-6:30 p.m. Join wildlife educator, Lauren Finch, for a summer tour of Crex Meadows. Learn about history, wildlife management, wildlife, and more! Meet at the Visitor Center and carpool through the wildlife area. All ages welcome.

Bird Babies Tour Thursday, June 21 from 6-7:30 p.m. Families will have the chance to take a tour around Crex in search of Sandhill crane colts, Trumpeter swan cygnets, Canada goose goslings, and more! Meet at the Visitor Center and carpool through the wildlife area. All ages welcome. For more information, contact Lauren Finch, DNR Natural Resources Educator, at 715-463-2739. Crex Meadows State Wildlife Area is located at 102 East Crex Ave., Grantsburg.

AMERY AREA PUBLIC LIBRARY Summer is here! Get ready to read and learn all summer long with the Children’s 2018 Summer Learning Program at the Amery Area Public Library! Our theme this summer is "Libraries Rock!" Stop by the library (or visit us online) anytime to register and sign up for awesome library programs! Here's what's coming up starting June 1st: Diversity Club: Fourth Friday of the month, next meeting June 22nd, from 4-7 PM at the St. Croix Falls Public Library. A place for teens to come together to celebrate their diversity. Ages 12-18. All are welcome! Baby Storytimes: Mondays, 10 AM Geared towards ages 0-2. Lots of singing and rhyming; moving and bouncing; books and games! STEAM Days: Tuesdays, 1 PM Geared towards kids ages 6-12. We'll be coding, breaking open our own geodes, making recycled instruments, and cooking! *Registration required for cooking programs. Kid's Yoga: Wednesdays, 10 AM Move your body in a fun, themed class with local instructor, Soon Guenther! Family Storytime: Wednesdays, 10:30 AM Geared towards ages 3-7, but all ages are welcome! Based on the 5 components of early literacy: Read, Write, Talk, Sing, Play.

Thursday Performances: Thursdays, 1:30 PM at the Amery Intermediate School Cafeteria. Snake Discovery, nature centers, music from all over the world, and more! 1,000 books before kindergarten and Baby book bees These ongoing early literacy initiatives encourage families to establish a strong foundation of reading in young children. Visit the library to sign up for the program that is right for your child. Book discussion group The Friends of the Library Book Discussion Group meets on the third Monday of the month at 1:30 PM. The title for June is Lilac Girls by Martha Hall Kelly. Introducing our newest Adult Program: Third Thursdays! Every Third Thursday join us at the Amery Area Public Library for a DIY craft project. There’s no cost to participate. Registration is encouraged but not required. Supplies are limited. Books and Brews: Announcing the Amery Area Public Library's newest Adult Program: Books and Brews! We'll meet every first Thursday, 6-8 PM at Amery Ale Works to enjoy books, brews, and good conversation. The first meeting will be on Thursday, June 7th. We'll have a meet and greet and choose our first book then! Adult Summer Reading Program: Hello, Summer! Join the Amery Area Public Library's new summer reading program for adults. Starting June 4th until August 11th, every time you read a

book or listen to an audiobook you can enter to win one of our weekly prize drawings. Every entry is eligible for the Grand Prize drawing at the end of the program! Stop by the circulation desk (or visit us online) to register. Book sales The Friends of the Library Book Sale will be held on Thursday, July 5th from 4:00-7:00 PM. “Friends of the Library” may shop early (from 3-4). The Book Sale will also be held Saturday, July 7th from 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM. Friends The Friends of the Amery Area Public Library Foundation meets on the third Monday of the month at 4:30 PM. Meetings are open to all members and to the public. E-books, e-audiobooks and digital magazines Your MORE library card gives you access to the Overdrive collection of e-books, e-audiobooks, and streaming videos; the Freading collection of e-books; and the Flipster downloadable magazine collection. Check out the website Check out the library website at www.amerylibrary.org, or find us on Facebook at facebook.com/ amerylibrary. Hours Library hours are Monday through Thursday 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM, Friday 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM, and Saturday 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM

As temperatures rise this summer, remember to keep your cool! June 6th is Wisconsin Heat Awareness Day, and Polk County Health Department is reminding resi-dents to take steps to stay cool this summer. “People can get sick from the heat even on mild days in the low 80s,” said Brian Kaczmarski, Direc-tor for Polk County Health Department. “As we head into the summer months, it’s important to stay cool, hydrated, and informed.” From 2013-2017, there were 3,548 visits to Wisconsin emergency departments for heat-related illness, according to the Wisconsin Department of Health Services. These trips to the emergency room are preventable when people are prepared. Follow these tips to stay safe during extreme heat: •Stay in air conditioning. When possible, stay in air conditioning on hot days. If you don’t have air conditioning, head to libraries, malls, and other public spaces to keep cool. •Check on loved ones. Be sure to check on older friends and neighbors who live alone and don’t have air conditioning. •Avoid the hottest part of the day. If you have to be outside, stick to the cooler morning and evening hours. Wear light, loose clothing and take frequent, air conditioned breaks. •Beware of hot cars. Never leave a person or a pet in a parked car, even for a short time. On an 80 degree day, the temperature inside a car can reach 100 degrees in less than 10 minutes. •Stay hydrated. Drink plenty of water on hot days. Avoid alcohol and hot, heavy meals. •Stay informed. Watch your local weather forecasts so you can plan outdoor activities safely. Pay attention to any extreme heat alerts. If you start feeling overheated, weak, dizzy, nauseated, or have muscle cramps, you could be experiencing heat illness. Move to air conditioning, drink water, get under a fan, and put on cool washcloths. If your symptoms worsen or don’t improve, go to the emergency room. For more information, visit the Wisconsin Department of Health Services’ heat safety webpage and watch their heat safety video.

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It’s Rodeo Time!! The St. Croix Valley PRCA Rodeo, named the 2015 Great Lakes Circuit Rodeo of the Year, brings top notch RAM Rodeo to St. Croix County Fairgrounds, Glenwood City, June 15 & 16, with 7:30pm performances. Gates open at 4:30pm and the performances are rain or shine. As part of the Rodeo, Gizmo McCracken, “2017 Comedy Act of the Year” is the feature act. Gizmo, “the World’s Greatest Inventor” will share acts that are “high energy & clean with a family oriented feel”. No rodeo would be complete without Rodeo Royalty. This year's St. Croix Valley PRCA Rodeo Queen is Mackenzie Dow from Knapp, WI. Kenzie, a member of theTri-River Voyagers 4-H Club, graduated this year from St. Croix Central High School. Kenzie plans to attend the University of Wisconsin-Stout, majoring in Rehabilitation Services. Assisting Kenzie is Rodeo Princess Jessica Moor and Junior Queen Ali Dow. Jessica, a member of the Baldwin Wide Awake 4-H Club, is entering her senior year at Baldwin-Woodville High School. Ali, 12, is a member of the Tri-River Voyagers 4-H Club. Additionally, Amanda Ch-

mielewski, 2018 Miss Rodeo Wisconsin and Erica Wolf, 2018 Miss Teen Wisconsin, plan on being in attendance. A special feature of this year’s Rodeo is the Pageant to select Miss Rodeo Wisconsin 2019. Pageant events on Friday June 15 include Horsemanship at 6 p.m. Events on Saturday, June 16, 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. Locally, Beatris Romo, Wilson, is a candidate for Miss Teen Rodeo Wisconsin 2019. 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. Muttin Bustin’, sponsored by Bernard’s Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM, is a real crowd pleaser, 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 a traveling trophy

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that they keep for a year and then turn in for 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. The St. Croix County Fairboard 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. Note: discount advance ticket sales end at noon, Wednesday, June 13.

ARNELL MEMORIAL HUMANE SOCIETY

Arnell Garage Sale is major fundraiser Ms. Minna takes her job seriously. She has read all about what it takes to be a great roommate companion and is determined to be one. She will never eat the last brownie or play loud music late at night. She will be there to listen to your version of the days’ events or the evening news, without interrupting. That is if you are willing

to hear her out when she has a thing or two to say as well. (And Minna does have something to say on occasion.) When you need a hug, Minna will rub against your legs to let you know she is there for you and join you on the couch for a re-run of Golden Girls or a good book. Minna was a stay-at-home Calico Mom, but now all of the children have gone their own way and she is looking for another “empty nester” to spend the rest of her life with. Minna is one in a room full of wonderful adults cats. Maya, Elsa, Gretchen and Gracie join Minna in female feline roles. Maya and Elsa are young cats; Maya has a long,

soft grey, peach and white coat and Elsa has short Brown Tabby hair. Maya gets along with everybody. She is petite and sweet. Elsa is cautious with new people but boy does she come out of her shell once she knows you. Elsa likes to play you see; hide-n-seek, chase the feather and pounce on that! Both of these girls would enjoy the company of another cat. Gretchen and Gracie represent opposite age groups. Gretchen is a three month old Classic Tabby with Carmel Swirls. She reminds me of a Snickers candy bar, sweet and sassy. Gretchen has Kitten Power to play and play and play. She is the only kitten in the adoption room and is anxious to find a home where another kitten needs a play buddy. Gracie is decidedly laid back. At nine years of age, she enjoys quiet afternoons and an evening snack before bed. Gracie has lived with a small dog and two other cats. She has seen it all and isn’t bothered with nonsense. She just shakes her head at the shenanigans and watches from the sidelines. Gracie has a short Blue Grey Coat and sparkling green eyes. She has a calming way about her. And Gracie asked me to remind you that cats two years and older are adoptable at the lower fee of $50, spayed/ neutered, rabies vaccination and feleuk tested. Winston, Lenny and Dexter are two year old neutered males. Winston has the classic Orange

Tabby coat with extra toes. He is a charmer and knows how to rub you the right way for attention. Lenny is extra-large; an easy going guy in every way. He does enjoy his meals and a brotherly head-butt now and again; Lenny is “The Dude.” Dexter is a Mitted Blue Grey Tabby with mittens. He is handsome and outgoing. Dexter enjoys a beer with his buddies on the weekend after a day of hiking, kayaking or game of mouse tag. Dexter loves attention and a nap in the sun. He likes all that there is about being a cat and he is comfortable in his role as feline companion extraordinaire. If any of our adoptable cats sound like the friend you have been looking for, please come to the shelter to meet them. The Arnell Shelter Garage Sale is this Saturday, June 9th. The sale begins at 9 am, No Early Shopping, and ends at 3 pm. We are located at 185 Griffin St in Amery. Weather forecasts have predicted a cloudy day, but no rain. Our Garage Sale is a major fundraiser for the animals at Arnell. Join the fray and find a treasure. Our sale has lots of tools, knick knacks, two boats, one with a trailer, bikes, pet supplies, furniture, linens, kitchen ware, appliances and more. It is a veritable Thrift Store without the clothes. There is something for everyone. Hope to see you there!

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Another busy week, Trail Days, Graduation, Science Museum, soccer games On behalf of the Amery Free Press crew, thank you to Pounding those of you the who Pavement braved the Pam Humpal weather conditions on Saturday to join us for the 23rd Annual Amery Trail days. It was a little damp, or should I say A LOT damp. The young fishermen did have a

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catch or two before the down pour of rain. And no matter what kind of weather it is, ice cream always tastes good! Also this weekend was Amery’s High School Graduation. I felt bad for the families that were trying to have their parties when the weather was not cooperating but as we all know, the party must go on and I am sure it all turned out just fine. Once again, Congratulations to the Class of 2018! And a very special congratulations and best wishes to my nephew, Chase…proud of you kid!

for you, and how special he is! Have a great week…enjoy the end of the school year and the start of Summer vacation!

Happy Belated Birthday to my nephew, Walker, on June 4. He turned 1 year old. Hope you had a fun day! Happy Anniversary to my son and daughter-inlaw, Ryan and Rachel… it will be 7 years on June 11. Enjoy your very special day! Gavin and Grandma with the dinosaurs

“Meet Your Amery Business”…this week’s featured business is ERSPAMER LAW OFFICE. Dave Erspamer has been assisting clients for over 38 years. He focuses on social security disability, wrongful death claims, auto accidents, personal injury claims, and worker’s compensation claims. Erspamer Law Office is located on Highway 46 on the south end of Amery. The 5th Annual Backpack Fundraiser will be held at the Amery Fire Hall on Friday, June 8, from 4-8pm. There will be BBQs, hot dogs, silent auction, live music,

jumpy house, bake sale, dunk tank and more. All proceeds from the event will go to the Polk County Salvation Army Backpack Program that helps to feed families in need during the school year. Come join the fun and show your support! Here we are into a new month and as we all know, June is Dairy Month. Thank you to all the farmers for your hard work over the years. Here are a few fun facts related to the dairy industry… *A cow produces about 350,000 glasses of milk in its lifetime.

Last Friday I enjoyed being a part of my oldest grandson’s class field trip to the Minnesota Science Museum. It was a fun time being with the kids and viewing all the cool exhibits. Thank you Gavin for taking Grandma along! As you probably all know, sports is a big part of the Humpal family. The Spring sport that my 3 oldest grandsons participated in was Soccer (and the 4th grandson liked the playground during the games). The kids all did a great job! Father’s Day is right around the corner. Show your Dad that you appreciate what he does

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Sr. Kristine Haugen - Watercolor Ryan Armbruster - Wildlife Photography Christy Wetzig - Wood-fired Pottery

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

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.

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MULTI-FAMILY GARAGE SALE

Friday June 8, 8-5 Saturday June 9, 8-12

633 Dickey Ave. S Amery

Girls & boys clothing size 3T, 4T, 5T. Boys large & XL clothing. Lots of women’s L, XL & plus size clothing, men’s clothing. Tons of toys. Household & furniture.

HUGE MULTI-FAMILY SALE 1065 65th Ave. Amery (1 mile west on Hwy F) Air conditioner, dishes/household items, armoire, stove, lamps, bar stools, garden tools, quilt material, seasonal decor, beer signs and new cooler, books, elliptical, hockey equipment & skates, infant car seat/stroller set, name brand toys. Clothing: kids, Jrs., mens & womens - S to XXL

Thursday, June 7, noon-5 pm Friday, June 8, 8 am-5 pm Saturday, June 9, 8 am-noon

GARAGE SALE Thurs., Fri. & Sat. June 7, 8 & 9 8 am-4:30 pm

Tools, clothes, household, yard items.

805 & 809 & 811 Hawthorne St., Amery Arnell Humane Society

CLEAR LAKE WOMEN’S GOLF Women’s Golf League Tuesday, May 29 Results A Flight: Low gross: Sherri Munkelwitz, Carol Hougdahl 48 Low net: Mary Mau, Cindy Johnson 36 Low putts: Cathy Lee, Ann Minor, Rachel Hansen 15 B Flight: Low gross: Julie Schultz 53 Low net: Cindy Lundmark 34 Low putts: Andrea Legut 12 C Flight: Low gross: Diane Kuhl 53 Low net: Camilla Pietz 33 Low putts: Margie Stary 15 D Flight: Low gross: Gretchen Demulling, Monica Eggert 61 Low net: Deanna Briesemeister 21 Low putts: Mary Younger, Beth Schradle 18 Games: Rachel Hansen, Diane Shafer, Pam Van Heuklom, Sharon Fouks, Diane Kuhl Birdies: Cheri Lee Chip Ins: Rachel lee, Beth Schradle, Laurene Klatt Sharks (9) defeat Backwoods Hackers (3) Rowdy Rebels (6) defeat Wild Whackers (9) 7 Brothers Grip it and Sip it (9) defeat Slice Girls (3) Goof Balls (3) defeat Golf Bags (6) Happy Hookers (6) defeat Chipper Chicks (6)

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All proceeds help our non-profit shelter care for Homeless Pets.

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Household Goods, Furniture, Antiques, Lawn Mowers, Table Saws and Tools, Pet Supplies, Snow Blower, BBQ Grill, Books and more “I Need That!” items. Everything but clothing

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Women’s 18 hole Golf League Amery Women’s Golf 18-hole leaghue is playing a points game this season.Listed below are the results for May 2018: May 16 1. Janet Burke - plus 6 2. Katie Rinehart, Sue Henningsgard - plus 3 3. Vicki Dorso, Jan Reichert, Barb Nelson, Shirley Schmidt - plus 2 Chip in: Nylla Hansen May 23 1. Shirley Schmidt - plus 3 2. Jan Reichert, Sandee Kjeseth, Judy Park, Denise Hoelscher - plus 2 3. Sue Olson, MJ Smith, Lou John - plus 1 Chip in: Judy Park May 30 Golf cancelled

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Dietary Aide/Cook ~Full Time Position~ Great hours! 5am-1pm shift

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Full-time Janitor Government Center Parks & Buildings Department Full-time/Non-Exempt Position

As a Polk County, WI. Employee you will be benefit eligible including Health Insurance, Dental/Vision Insurance, Paid Time Off, WRS Retirement, etc. Please call for more information or apply online now!

HIGH SCHOOL Dietary Aide Position

Varying hours during the summer, position continues during school year with 4pm-8pm shift during the week and varying weekend hours. Wage: $8.50

Deadline to Apply: 6/24/2018

Wage: DOQ

Performs a variety of janitorial and custodial tasks to maintain clean and safe buildings and grounds. Polk County would be pleased to train necessary skills and knowledge related to this position to an individual that demonstrates the ability to be flexible, a teamplayer, accountability and offer strong, quality customer service.

YOU MUST COMPLETE AN ON-LINE APPLICATION TO BE ELIGIBLE. For complete job description, position requirements, application, and details please visit our website at www.co.polk.wi.us, Employment Opportunities. AA/EEOC

Deadline to apply: June 10, 2018

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Meal Site Aide Substitute

Milltown & Amery

Causal/Non-Exempt Position Wage: $10.42 Ideal part-time work if interested in only weekday mornings Assists with preparing and providing meals and activities at the local Elderly Nutrition Program at the Senior Dining Sites. Our meal sites offer meals on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday. (7:30am-12:30pm). Requires Wisconsin Food Manager Certification . We provide training to be certified within 6 mths. Open until Filled YOU MUST COMPLETE AN ON-LINE APPLICATION TO BE ELIGIBLE. For complete job description, position requirements, application, and details please visit our website at www.co.polk.wi.us, Employment Opportunities. AA/EEOC

We are Growing!

The Estates at Greeley and The Estates at Linden (part of the Monarch Healthcare Management Team) are thrilled to offer full time and part time positions for RNs, LPNs, TMAs and CNAs - even the hard to find FIRST SHIFT! Come join one of our fun teams!

NEW NURSING GRADUATES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY!

New CNA or TMA? No problem, we will mentor you for success in your new position. Not a CNA “yet” but would love to become one? We offer classes at no charge to you! As an employee we offer a uniform allowance, competitive wages, scholarship assistances, flexible scheduling, and a great benefits package (including 401k, generous PTO, Health, Dental, Life Insurance and much more).

Visit our website at www.monarchmn.com for career opportunities and to submit an application! EOE/AA

Service Technicians

Successful candidate will have experience in metal shop environment. Job duties will include performing first article inspections, processing rejects in accordance with procedures, maintaining records, material inspections, using a variety of quality equipment such as calipers, micrometers, indicators, CMM, laser measuring machine etc… This position will require a candidate that enjoys a high paced environment, is selfmotivated and enjoys a challenge! Self direction and ability to prioritize are a must! This position requires basic math and reading skills, excellent blue print reading skills, good understanding of GD&T, understanding of check sheets and customer/agency specifications. Great opportunity to work for a growth-oriented employer. Qualified applicants should forward a resume to: K-TEK WI Attn: April Miller 750 Vandeberg Street Baldwin, WI 54002 Via e-mail: april.miller@ ktek-net.com FAX: 715-684-3050 EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Wastewater Land Applicators

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—LOCAL TO ALMENA AND SURROUNDING AREA— Class B w/tanker endorsement required. Hourly pay based upon experience. $17-$18 per hour with regular raises. Benefits: Health/Life Insurance, 401(k), cellphone allowance, etc. Please apply to:

Waldvogel Trucking

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Full-time Construction Opportunities Clayton, WI **** $1,000 Sign-On Bonus****

Frontier AgAg&&Turf a family owned that Frontier Turf,isyour local John Deere company dealer in Turtle Lake, WI is looking for a Store Administrator. Brake Press Operators specializes in agricultural, commercial, residential, Highly qualified candidates will have strong Accounting skills, very organized, detail oriented, can work 2 nd andpower have a professional demeanor. Job duties include, but are not limited to and 3 rd shift golfindependently, & sports, and sports products. $15.00 to $16.00 Starting With seven locations in Eastern Minnesota and Western we provide a full line/ internal of Johnpaging system K-Tek WI, a precision metal specialty manufacturing  Wisconsin, Answering a multi-line phone system Deere equipment as well as many others such as company is currently seeking qualified Brake Operator.  Cashand Balancing Stihl, Honda many others. Successful candidate will have manufacturing experience Our philosophy is simple: carry top of the line and highly beneficial to have experience operating a brake  Journal Entry products and back them with the best parts and press. Duties will include operating a brake press, perform Cash Receipts servicein Post the industry! quality control inspections, read and interpret blue prints and In today's competitive environment, we firmly other duties as assigned. This position requires basic math  Data Entry believe our main competitive advantage is our and reading skills. Compensation will be commensurate people. Accounts Receivable / aged trial balance reports with direct related experience. Great opportunity to work

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K-Tek WI, a precision metal specialty manufacturing company is currently seeking qualified Quality Inspector for 3rd shift.

Full-time, seasonal to potentially year-round. Start immediately.

Seasonal Laborer Recycling Center Summer Months-Non-Exempt Position Wage: $11.92 Work full-time, daytime hours throughout the summer season, performing a combination of physical labor and skilled operation of motorized equipment used at the Recycling Center. Requires a valid state driver license.

Quality Inspector $16.00 to $21.00 an hour 3 rd shift (10:30 pm to 7:00 am)

K-TEK WI Attn: April Miller 750 Vandeberg Street Baldwin, WI 54002 Via e-mail: april.miller@ ktek-net.com FAX: 715-684-3050 EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Lester Buildings, a leader in post-frame (pole barn) construction has an exciting full-time carpentry opportunity based out of the Clayton area. We are a safety conscious, quality-minded, team oriented company. We are seeking candidates with knowledge and experience using hand tools, power tools and various construction equipment. Experience in post-frame construction is a plus. Responsibilities range from basic framing to exterior finish work. This position may require occasional travel with per diem included for overnight stays. Pay is competitive and based on experience. Full-time employees will also receive a full benefits package. Come join our team and help build someone’s dream! Apply online at www.lesterbuildings.com (Construction Clayton) EEO/AA Employer

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Parmly is seeking Dining Assistants, Resident Assistants, Nursing Assistants, LPNs, and RNs to join our team! Some positions require no prior experience... just a caring heart! You can make a diﬀerence every day in the life of senior citizens!

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2145 US Hwy. 8, St. Croix Falls (just east of Walmart)

HELP WANTED

FT & PT Technician

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Amery Memory Care is Hiring! EARN A LIVING WHILE CARING FOR ELDERLY! Now accepting applications for:

-RCC - Caregiver/ Medication Passer

FT and PT availability for 2nd and 3rd shifts: Premium wage plus shift differential for NOC shift, mileage reimbursement, and annual bonus.

-RCC - Caregiver

FT and PT availability for 2nd and 3rd Shifts: Shift differential for NOC shift, mileage reimbursement, and annual bonus.

-Cook

FT availability for the PM shift. Speak with Jeff for more details

-LE Assistant

PT availability for activities, includes every other weekend. Speak with Julie for more details.

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2nd Shift 3:30 p.m. to midnight $16.00 to $18.00 Starting Pay K-Tek Wisconsin, a precision metal stamping/ fabrication corporation in Baldwin, WI is currently seeking qualified CNC Machinists for 2nd shift. Position requirements include operating HAAS CNC machines in a productive and safe manner to produce parts that meet K-Tek’s quality requirements. Duties will include operating various CNC Machine Centers within the department, maintaining a clean and safe work area, adjust tools and replace as needed. The qualified candidate should have the ability to read blueprints, understand layouts, read and understand CNC programs. Ability to manually program is desired. A strong mechanical aptitude is requited. K-Tek offers attractive compensation and benefits. Benefits include medical, dental, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, life insurance, short-term disability, etc… K-TEK WI Attn: April Miller 750 Vandeberg Street Baldwin, WI 54002 Via e-mail: april.miller@ ktek-net.com FAX: 715-684-3050

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CNC MACHINIST

1/4 mile north of Hwy. 8 on Cty H, Amery, WI

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BUS DRIVERS School District of Amery

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Nutritional Services Cook/Aide For more information, contact: HilaryFull-time. Butzler, Director of Human Resources Food service experience preferred. _____________________ Cumberland Healthcare For more information, please contact: 1110 Seventh Avenue, Cumberland, WI 54829 Hilary Butzler, Director of Human Resources (715) 822-7260 Cumberland Healthcare, 1110 7th Avenue, Cumberland, WI 54829 hbutzler@cumberlandhealthcare.com Phone: 715-822-6197 Fax: 715-822-6299 Email: hbutzler@cumberlandhealthcare.com An Equal Opportunity Employer functioning under an Affirmative Action Plan We do not discriminate based on gender, minority status, individuals with disabilities or veterans.

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40 AMERY FREE PRESS

JUNE 5, 2018 www.theameryfreepress.com

Twelve Must Plant Pollinator-Friendly Flowers BY MELINDA MYERS

Fill your garden with colorful annuals you and the pollinators can enjoy all season long. Look for outstanding varieties chosen by All-America Selections (AAS), a non-profit plant trialing organization, to brighten your garden, attract pollinators and outperform other varieties on the market. Attract hummingbirds and second looks from passersby with the vibrant bright orange flowers of Canna South Pacific. This compact variety can be started from seed and was selected as a 2018 AAS winner for its vigorous, full and uniform growth habit. Whether it’s spikes of lavender, pink, white or red your garden and container need, you’ll find them in the Salvia Jewel series. Watch the butterflies and hummingbirds stop by for a sip of nectar and the finches feast upon the seeds later in the season. Add more vertical interest and pollinator appeal in the garden and large planters with Asian Garden Celosia. The bright pink blooms hold their color all season long atop sturdy stems 31 to 40 inches tall. Include a few Cupheas, also known as Mexican Heather in containers, borders and mass plantings. FloriGlory Diana has more and larger flowers than its

counterparts. The season long bloom of intense magenta flowers made this a winner. Incorporate beauty even in challenging locations with EnduraScape Pink Bicolor Verbena. As the name implies it is tough as nails, tolerating drought, heat and temperatures in the low teens. Use this spreader in large containers and baskets where you can appreciate the soft pink blooms with their darker center. Wow visitors and lure pollinators to your garden and containers with Vinca Mega Bloom Orchid Halo. The bright purple blooms with a white eye stand up to heat and humidity without succumbing to disease. Grow winning varieties of a traditional favorite, zinnia. These low maintenance sun-loving annuals can be started from seed directly in the garden. Add vibrant color to the garden with Queeny Lime, Zowie! Yellow Flame and Magellan Coral. Include smaller scale beauty with Profusion and Zahara varieties.

Gardeners and pollinators love purple coneflowers (Echinacea). Two colorful winning varieties, Cheyenne Spirit and PowWow Wild Berry will fill your garden with color for seasons to come. Cheyenne Spirit coneflower produces a mix of purple, pink, red and orange flowers along side lighter yellows, creams and white. This compact plant stands tall in wind and rain and is drought tolerant once established. PowWow Wild Berry coneflower lives up to its name. The vivid deep rose-purple flowers retain their beautiful color all season long. You’ll enjoy continual bloom without deadheading or grooming. Add more perennial beauty with Twizzle Purple Penstemon. The spikes of vibrant purple blooms are favorites of hummingbirds and other pollinators. Include them in containers for added height or high-impact color anywhere in the landscape. Extend your budget and increase perennial plantings next year by starting

these three winners indoors by late January. Your efforts will be rewarded with flowers that same season. Don’t let shade stop you from inviting pollinators into the garden. Bounce Pink Flame Impatiens has all the flower power of common impatiens but is resistant to downy mildew. Plus, they are a bit more forgiving if you allow them to wilt. Just add water and they bounce back. Plant Sunpatiens Spreading Shell Pink in full sun or shade. Enjoy the season long, soft pink flowers even in high heat, rain and humidity. This variety has all the low maintenance beauty of impatiens but is resistant to downy mildew. Once you’ve added these beauties to your landscape, sit back and enjoy. You and the pollinators will reap the many benefits of these winning additions to your gardens and containers. Melinda Myers has written more than 20 gardening books, including Small Space Gardening. She hosts The Great Courses “How to Grow Anything: Food Gardening for Everyone” DVD set and the nationally syndicated Melinda’s Garden Moment TV & radio segments. Myers is a columnist and contributing editor for Birds & Blooms magazine and was commissioned by AAS for her expertise to write this article. Myers’ web site is www.melindamyers.com.

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Deadline for the Classified page is Friday noon First National Community Bank is seeking a full-time teller with Saturday rotation to work in our Dresser WI office. The ideal candidate will have a strong attention to detail and enjoy working with people. Insurances, 401k, generous PTO and sick days are included in our benefit package.

If you like to work in a fast-paced, fun environment this may be the job for you.

No experience necessary. Starting at $13-$15/hr. DOQ.

Interested individuals should submit their resume via email by clicking on the link below or by sending directly to Human Resources at HR@FN-CB-COM.

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First National Community Bank is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Editor The Amery Free Press is seeking a writer to tell compelling stories about our community. The editor is the primary generator of news for our print and online editions. If you can see beyond the obvious, spot the little things that make our community special and share them with our readers, we may have the ideal job for you. Interested candidates should demonstrate strong writing and editing skills, enthusiasm for the news and an eye for detail and design. Familiarity with AP style, Adobe InDesign and Photoshop and photography are preferred for this position, which includes some night and weekend work. Benefits package includes paid time off; health, vision, dental, disability insurance and 401k. Send resume and clips to Tom Stangl Amery Free Press P.O. Box 424 Amery, WI 54001 tstangl@theameryfreepress.com