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Friday, June 21 marks the first official day of summer. Looking for a way to celebrate? Well look no further than Amery’s Michael Park and the first of the city’s three Music on the River celebrations. Local band Cattail Moon will preform from 5-7 p.m. followed by Kyle Tennis and the Riverside Hitmen. The band claims their mission is to bring people together and build community through unforgettable music and entertainment experiences. A classic car show and plenty of food and drink will make Music on the River this Friday the best place to spend the first evening of summertime.
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Maren Dodge just finished up sixth grade at Amery Middle School. Her summer started off with some excitement as she and her father helped rescue this orphaned baby deer whose mother had been struck by a car.
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for the Amery father and daughter team. Maren shared that as she was on a driving down the road with her father, they came across a fawn that was trying to nurse on its mother. The mother was deceased after being hit by a car. They were unsure of its age, but thought it was pretty young due to the fact it was still trying
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Do you have a library book lying around that you forgot to return last week? Maybe you have a book that you checked out last fall that you keep meaning to bring back, or maybe that book was actually checked out in the fall of ’82. Regardless of what week, month or even decade you checked out a book from the Amery Public Library, you can now return it totally fine free. The beginning of the year saw Amery’s library abolishing fees for overdue books. In the past, late fees were ten cents a day for books and 50 cents a day for DVDs. In 2018, fines were THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 2222 a day. reduced for DVDs to 33, 10 cents VOL. 131 NO. 19 Public www.moraminn.com $1.00 Amery Library Director Amy Stormberg said, “We are a service agency and as such we want to be sure we are making the library experience as pleasant as possible for our patrons. We did not want our patrons to feel shame or embarrassment at the prospect or returning a late item. Many patrons returned late items after hours or in our drop box to avoid having to face library staff. There were also parents who avoided letting their children check out certain materials for fear of receiving fines. The library exists to serve patrons of our community and we want to be sure they are utilizing it. We want patrons to continue coming to the library to check out more items and we want them to feel comfortable doing so.”
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Fansler serving as District Governor for Lions Clubs International
THE SUN Amery’s Diane Fansler was elected and is currently serving as Lions Club International District Governor for Multiple District 27 E-1. Fansler represents the nearly 1700 Lions Members in the 8 fur-
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thest Northwestern counties of Wisconsin. Lions Clubs International (LCI) is the World’s largest Service organization, with more than 1.47 million members in more than 210 countries. It is calculated
that each Wisconsin Lion serves 221 persons annually, which means that Multiple District (MD) 27 E-1 Lions positively impact 371,280 people annually through Service such as Disaster Relief; Eyeglass and Hearing Aid screening and assistance; Leader Dogs; Immunization
Serving Polk County’s St. Croix Valley since 1897
and Disease Prevention Programs; Cancer and Diabetes Awareness and Education Programs; free Camp for Youth with Vision/Hearing/ Cognitive Impairments; and numerous Community Needs. Lions accept no personal remuneration so all funds that they raise go directly to
Service. Fansler is one of 753 worldwide District Governors (DG) elected to one-year terms beginning annually in July. As DG for MD 27 E-1, Fansler serves as one of 10 District Governors on the State Lions Council of Governors (COG). SEE LIONS ON PAGE 2
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LIONS: Fansler praises contributions of Wisconsin Lions to club’s success FROM PAGE ONE
She also presides over the E-1 District Cabinet, which consists of 48 District Lions leaders fulfi lling 76 leadership positions. Fansler represents and governs Lions in 45 local Lions Clubs in Polk, Burnett, Barron, Douglas, Washburn, Sawyer, Rusk and Chippewa counties. E-1’s Clubs vary from 3 to 73 members with average Club size of 37. Amery Lions Club has 58 members. Fansler explained Wisconsin Lions are unique because MD 27 is the entire State of Wisconsin and nothing but the State of Wisconsin. Most other Multiple Districts include several states and even multiple countries, such as nearby MD 5, which represents Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota, and parts of 3 Canadian provinces. MD 27 (Wisconsin) has nearly 17,000 Lions members. DG Fansler describes her term 2018-19 as “a special year for LCI” and “a highly successful year for our E-1 District.” Three international achievements cited by Fansler are: 1-the start of Lions Clubs second century from Lions’ 1917 beginning in Chicago; 2-the 50th anniversary of LCIF (the humanitarian branch of Lions Clubs that provides disaster grants); and 3-the election of Lions first female President, Gudrun Yngvadottir from Iceland . MD 27 E-1 Lions are experiencing a highly successful year with Fansler’s leadership. Although final statistics will not be available until late July, E-1 currently leads significantly in membership growth, percentage of female members, and international Awards among all 10 Districts in Wisconsin as well as numerous other U.S. states. E-1 is also honored with its first-ever endorsed Candidate for International Director. And, E-1 has been recognized by current MD 27 District Governors for the District’s unity and respectful leaders and for District contributions toward two success-
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Lions Clubs International’s first female President, Gudrun Yngvadottir from Iceland (left), greets current District Governor MD 27 E-1, Diane Fansler from Amery, at the Lions International Convention.
ful Matching LCIF Grants totaling $200,000 which will provide cutting-edge successful treatment of Childhood Cancer with Flow-Cytometers in Milwaukee and Madison hospitals (see photo).
highest percentage of female membership in Wisconsin with 31.5 percent female Lions Districtwide, including phenomenal female membership rates of more than 50 percent in 9 Clubs and 76.5 percent females in Hawkins Lions Club. Fansler also recognized Siren Lions Club as the first ever E-1 Club of the Year for its successful conversion from an all-male club for 50 years to welcoming their first female members this year, an increase of 10.25 percent females in less than one year! District E-1 Leaders recently received record-breaking International Awards. Lions’ District Governors nominate District leaders for three levels of International Awards, which are selected by the 35 worldwide International Directors, the International President and 3 International Vice Presidents. At the E-1 District Convention held in Superior March 29-31, International Director (ID) Geoff Wade from Port St. Lucie, Florida, honored
Amery Lions Club is currently participating in LCI’s special New Member Drive. The membership Fee is waived for new Lions who join officially by June 30, 2019, and who remain Lions for one year. MD 27 E-1 has welcomed nearly 50 new Lions this year with a YTD net growth of 2.5 percent. Fansler recently recognized Luck Lions Club for their 18 percent growth in membership this year when she installed 10 new members in May. Within LCI’s goal of 25 percent worldwide female membership, MD 27 E-1 is again a leader with the
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Amery Lion Carl Glocke received the second highest Lions International Award, the Presidential Medal, from International Director Connie LeClair-Meyer at the State Convention held in May in Wisconsin Dells.
six E-1 Lions with the fourth highest Lions award, the Lions presidential Certificate of Appreciation. Past DG Ray and Lion MaryLou Stanley from Amery Lions Club were honored with this Award. At the MD 27 State Convention held in Wisconsin Dells May 16-19, four additional E-1 Lions received medals from ID Connie LeClair-Meyer. Two E-1 Lions were honored with the second highest Lions Award, the presidential Leadership Award. And, two E-1 Lions received the second highest Award in Lions, the presidential Award. Amery Lion Carl Glocke was honored with this prestigious award for his 15 years of outstanding Lions service. Glocke currently serves as Treasurer for both the Amery Club and District E-1. Also at the State Lions Convention, E-1 Lions achieved its first-ever endorsed Candidate for International Director when Past DG Lee Vrieze from Jim Falls was elected and endorsed by Wisconsin Lions. DG Fansler credits the District’s outstanding success
this year to the “integrity, dedication, hard work, generosity, cooperation, mutual respect, and courage of District Clubs and Lions.” On the local level, Fansler cited outstanding support from Chet Johnson drugstore, Amery Family Restaurant and Amery Lions Club. Amery Lions Club is currently participating in LCI’s special New Member Drive. The membership Fee is waived for new Lions who join officially by June 30, 2019, and who remain Lions for one year. In addition, new Lions will be guests at the Amery Club’s annual Steak Fry on June 24, where they will be inducted by current District Governor Diane Fansler and will receive a special Lions Membership Certificate signed by the Lions only female International President. If you are interested in finding out more about the local Amery Lions Club including the current special New Member Drive, please contact DG Fansler at dianefansler@yahoo.com, President Dave Bowman at bikeman25@gmail. com or any Amery Lion.
DEER: Fawn taken to Tammi’s Wildlife Rescue in Frederic for temporary care FROM PAGE ONE
to nurse. “My first thought when I saw the baby deer was, ‘We need to save it’ I was almost in a panic to save it, but my dad said we had to do some research before we took it,” Maren said. The pair eventually took the deer into their vehicle with them. They traveled to Maren’s mother’s house where they took some time to figure out what was the best plan for the fawn. Maren said, “Holding the deer was exciting. The baby deer responded
pretty well with being held. It peacefully laid on my lap and only kicked when we hit large bumps in the road and when we drove past an open field.” The Dodges decided to bring the deer to Tammi’s Wildlife Rescue in Frederic. The rescued animal center and its Director Tamara Larson, has access to experienced rehabilitators. Wildlife rehabilitation is temporary care for injured, sick and orphaned animals with the goal of releasing them back into the wild. Recent animals brought
to Tammi’s Wildlife Rescue have included deer, bear cubs, goslings, raccoons, fox, squirrel and baby birds. The family owned and operated center dedicates countless hours to helping animals get fi xed up and rehabbed back to health so they can return to their natural environment. The Wisconsin DNR website gives tips for determining if animals are truly orphaned and guidance on evaluating wildlife situations and choosing appropriate courses of action. Contact a licensed wild-
life rehabilitator immediately if you have determined that a wild animal is sick, injured, or truly orphaned. Never attempt to rehabilitate wildlife on your own. Wisconsin’s licensed wildlife rehabilitators are specially trained to provide temporary care and treatment to wild animals for the purpose of release back into the wild. “I wanted to keep the baby deer at first, but I knew it was the right thing to bring it to a professional,” Maren said. The Wisconsin DNR website contains a direc-
tory of wildlife rehabilitators including the center where Ty and Maren Dodge brought the fawn. 12-year-old Maren will never forget the experience she shared with her father of helping the fawn. She said her favorite part was getting to hold the spotted baby. Now that the deer has been turned over to other caring individuals. Maren’s hands are full this summer caring for her five birds and new puppy.
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Amery Garden Club Amery Garden Club will be having a meeting at the Anderson Iris Garden in Forest Lake on Thursday, June 20. Meet at Centennial Hall at 9:30 a.m.
Polk-Burnett Bee Keepers The Polk-Burnett Bee Keepers Association will be meeting June 20, 2019. We will meet at the Polk County Justice Center at 7 p.m. in Balsam Lake.
Amery Historical Society Membership Meeting Amery Area Historical Society’s membership meeting is June 20, 2019. Members, please meet at the Farm Table. We will begin promptly at 3 p.m. Wear walking shoes for a small tour of the area.
JUNE 21 Music on the River Join us starting at 5 p.m. at Michael Park in Amery for Music on the River. Cattail Moon plays from 5 to 7 p.m. with Kyle Tennis and the Riverside Hitmen following. Great food, beer and wine and a cruise-in car show!
Amery Area Historical Society Board Meeting On Friday, June 21, the Amery Area Historical Society will hold a board meeting at 2 p.m. followed by the monthly membership meeting beginning at 3 p.m. Guests are always welcome to attend. New acquisitions are now on display! The Historical Society’s room is located in the lower level of the Amery Area Public Library.
JUNE 22 Garage Sale Arnell Memorial Humane Society will be having a garage sale on Saturday, June 22 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 185 Griffin St E, Amery. This is a fundraiser to raise money to replace aging dog kennels to provide a more comfortable environment for dogs during their stay at the shelter.
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Clubs gather at picnic event Members of the Amery Lions Club were present at the Amery Community Club’s first All-Club Picnic, held at Garfield Park June 10. Eighteen Amery service organizations participated.
JUNE 23 A Mad Hatter Tea Party Don’t be late! It’s a very important date! Join us for our 13th Annual “A Mad Hatter Tea Party” at 2 p.m. on Sunday, June 23 presented by the East Immanuel Lutheran Church Ladies of the Labyrinth. Get your craziest hat on and come out for some great food and entertainment! Please call for reservations as seating in limited 715-268-6334 or 715-268-2143.
JUNE 27 Cheeseheads: The Documentary Filmmaker, John Mitchell will present his fi lm "Cheeseheads: the Documentary" at the Clear Lake Historical Museum. 2pm - Meet & Greet w/snacks 2:30pm - Movie Showing 4:30pm - Q & A Also showing never before seen Wisconsin military footage.
JUNE 28 Amery Community Blood Drive Without A, B and O, we can’t save anybody. Give blood at the Amery Community Blood Drive located at Bremer Bank in the American Red Cross Bus on Friday, June 28, 2019 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Please call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or visit RedCrossBlood.org and enter: Bremer to schedule an appointment.
JUNE 29 Craft, Vendor & Bake Sale The Amery Area Community Center is hosting their annual Craft, Vendor & Bake Sale on June 29th from 9am2pm. Do you like to bake but don’t like to eat all of your creations? We have the solu-
tion for you; we are looking for people to donate baked goods for the sale. We are also going to have a baking day at the center, if you want to donate some baking items or help with baking. All baked good proceeds go to help support our Non-profit Center. Open to the public! Crafters & Vendors welcome! Contact Jen at 715268-6605 or aaccjen@outlook. com.
Wanderoos Independence Day Celebration The Wanderoos 52nd Annual Independence Day Celebration is Saturday, June 29, 2019. Queen’s Tea is at 9 a.m., Kiddie Parade at 10:45 a.m., Grand Parade at 11 a.m. There will be a chicken dinner, 3rd Annual 5K Run/Walk, Fastpitch Games, Horseshoe Tournament/Bean Bag Tournament, Kids Games, Sawdust Pile, Food/Refreshments, Fireworks after Dusk and an Evening Street Dance. For more information: www. wanderoos.org.
JUNE 30 Outdoor Mass – Brat Fest All are welcome to join the Apple River Knights of Columbus for an Outdoor Mass–Brat Fest at Michael Park on Sunday, June 30, 2019. Mass starts at 10:30 a.m. Celebrated by Fr. Gene Murphy from St. Joseph Catholic Church and assisted by Deacon Larry Amell. Bring a lawn chair. Special blessing for all live pets and stuffed animals present. Petting zoo for all ages. Brat fest starting at 11:30 a.m.
JULY 12 Wildly Successful Farming: A Reading & Conversation with Author Brian DeVore Friday, July 12 – 7:00 p.m.
- 8:30 p.m., Farm Table, 110 Keller Ave. N., Amery Join Brian DeVore for a fascinating evening based on his recent book, Wildly Succssful Farming: Sustainability and the New Agricultural Land Ethic. His book tells the stories of farmers across the Midwest who are balancing profitability and food production with environmental sustainability and a passion for all things wild. DeVore will read from his book and lead a discussion about how wildly successful farming ideas and techniques can help conventional agriculture become more economically and agronomically resilient when everything from the weather to the marketplace is increasingly volatile. Come early for dinner or stay after for drinks and dessert at our local food restaurant!
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JULY 19 Music on the River Join us starting at 5 p.m. at Michael Park in Amery for Music on the River. The Git Backs play from 5 to 7 p.m. with Lamont Cranston following. Great food, beer and wine and a cruise-in car show!
AUGUST 16 Music on the River Join us starting at 5 p.m. at Michael Park in Amery for Music on the River. Nici Peper plays from 5 to 7 p.m. with GB Leighton following. Great food, beer and wine and a cruise-in car show!
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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The case for goofing off
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find it very hard to believe that June is half over. Summer is slipping along at a brisk pace, like it or not. We had our 10-year-old granddaughter Persephone stay with us this past week. Sephie, as we call her, enjoyed her stay. She stayed up until after nine and got to sleep in until after seven several mornings. She and her grandmother did several craft projects, baked some very good Publisher monster cookies, played with our three cats and two dogs Tom Stangl and binge watched a season of “The British Baking Show” on Netflix. It was a great start to summer for her. We had a good time as well. She was fresh out of school for the year and had a week off before her “vacation” began. I use quotations around the word vacation because Sephie has a brief respite before her regimented summer routine begins. Summer school, girl scout camp, daycare and a family vacation are all on tap for her. She will have to be at a certain place at a certain time for weeks on end. Don’t get me wrong, I understand that our lives are tightly scheduled in the 21st century. Nor is this a criticism on the parenting choices of my daughter and her husband, this is simply how things are done now. But, like every parent and grandparent before me, there are things from my childhood that I want my children and grandchildren to be able to experience. Being lazy in the summer, in moderation, is one of these things. From the age of 10 until shortly before I turned 18, I had a paper route. I got up at 6:00 a.m., rode my bike to the post office where the bundles of papers had been dropped off, delivered the papers and went back to bed before 7:00. I did this six days a week. On Sundays, my father helped deliver the route and drove his car. In the summer, I went back to bed and slept as late as 10:00, or until my mother felt I had slept long enough. My mother was as subtle as a brick. She would come upstairs and raise the blind, moving with heavy steps the whole time. I heard many admonishments about how I was sleeping away the best part of the day. But here’s the deal: I think it’s important for kids to be able to unplug and decompress from everything. The school year is intense, especially if you are having trouble with a subject or are involved in too many activities. Being lazy, in small doses, never killed anyone. I read lots of books, rode my bike all over town, went swimming, played board games and cards and hung out with my friends during the summer. I understand that children need to be constantly learning and that “brain drain,” forgetting some of what you have learned, is a real thing, but I think we are losing track of something equally important – being a kid. I hope that children can be kids, at least for part of the summer. Childhood, like summer, is fleeting and in the end it is the memories of being a kid that we all go back to for the rest of our lives. Make sure your summer has some memories. 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.
Ancestry DNA misses the mark BY APRIL ZIEMER EDITOR@THEAMERYFREEPRESS.COM
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recently jumped on the bandwagon and collected my saliva into a tube and sent it off to learn “who I am.” Genetic testing kits are currently all the rage. It is exciting to learn your true heritage. Some people feel they have a good understanding of where their ancestors derived from and others are virtually clueless. Before I spit and shipped, I was a little of both. My mother’s side of the family is filled with both strong German Editor and Irish genes. April Ziemer My biological father has never been a part of my life, so I have always been curious about my genetic make-up. Maybe my DNA results would find I have Norwegian blood running through my veins, thus making me truly a fit in Amery. I had high expectations of the DNA kit filling my desires of finding out who I am. When the results came in, it didn’t really fulfill the wonderment of what makes me “me.” It also did not find me to be Norwegian, so I hope that I will not be run out of town. My results really got me thinking about the whole nature vs. nurture debate. Multiple things helped lead me to the conclusion that my life experience has made me who I am.
Many of my life experiences have taken place in Mexican restaurants, creating the chunky chick that smiles back at me from the mirror, but that is not what I am talking about. I have decided Father’s Day is the perfect time to share what I am talking about. As I mentioned earlier, my biological father made the decision to be absent from my life. I didn’t understand it when I was younger, it still perplexed me as I got older, and after having children of my own, it blows my freaking mind. My life’s purpose changed the day each child became a part of my life. I love them. When they do cute things, make good choices and succeed, I love them. When they test my patience, disappoint me or fail, I love them. If they were made from me, I have to, right? Two men have proven this to be wrong. The first is the biological father I mentioned previously. The second to prove this theory wrong is my real dad, Steve. I type this with tears in my eyes from both happiness and gratitude. Since my Mother introduced him into my life all those years ago, he has loved me through hellish years and hopefully he would say some all right ones too. He didn’t make me and Ancestry DNA doesn’t list him on my chart, but he has stood by my side through thick and thin. His presence in my life didn’t see me inadvertently inheriting his athletic ability, interest in old western movies, or fashion sense. Mullet hairstyles, Zubaz pants and camouflage never have and never
will be my things. My years with my real dad have strongly formed two parts that make me, “me.” Earlier I said my life’s purpose changed the day each child became a part of my life. I didn’t say the day each was born, as I have a child who wasn’t made from me. My purpose in life was just as much changed when my husband brought her into my life, as it did with the other three. My love for her in good times and bad is just as strong as it is for the others, just like my real dad’s love has been for me. My purpose is to support, encourage, teach and maybe embarrass these four kids to death. I would like to thank my real Dad for making me the parent I am. If you remember, I said I got two things from my dad. The first was parenting; the second is watching the weather. I used to wonder why my dad watched the weather so much on television. It cut into time I would have spent watching music videos and game shows. Sure he worked outside and wanted to know if rain was coming, but it seemed like he was ALWAYS watching the weather. After recently tuning into the third weather forecast on television I thought, “I am turning into my dad.” Well, that is the biggest compliment I have given myself in quite some time. I enjoy sharing my thoughts with you and look forward to readers sharing their thoughts in return. Feel free to email me at editor@ theameryfreepress.com, write me at P.O. Box 424, Amery WI. 54001
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Three face drug charges in Amery BY APRIL ZIEMER EDITOR@THEAMERYFREEPRESS.C OM
A search warrant obtained due to an ongoing investigation relating to the alleged use of methamphetamine in a home where a six-year-old child resided has led to the arrest of Rick Tourville, 49, Wendy Tourville, 49 and Misty Posey-Nichols, 29, all of Amery. According to the Tourville criminal complaint, upon arrival to the residence a Polk County investigator located an adult female sleeping. He announced his presence loudly several times Tourville and she did not respond. He said he had to physically wake the female identified as Posey-Nichols. It was confirmed that she lived at the residence with her 6-year-old Posey-Nichols child and both Rick and Wendy Tourville. Rick was observed coming from a rear bedroom occupied by him and Wendy. While searching that bedroom and the bathroom attached to it, officers located several items related to the use
of meth and marijuana, many of which were within the reach of the 6-year-old child. The complaint states inside the toilet bowl of that bathroom a baggie containing a white crystal substance, believed to be meth, was located. The investigator said it appeared as though Rick was attempting to flush the suspected meth, but it did not flush. Wendy and the child confirmed they watched Rick attempt to flush the baggie. The child stated he watched Rick flush “money” and wondered why he would do that. Also located within easy reach of the child in the bedroom was a digital scale with significant white residue that later tested positive for meth. Additional items located on what Wendy called “Rick’s side” included a one hitter marijuana pipe with burnt residue and a baggie containing green leafy substance testing positive for THC. Hanging on the headboard of the bed was a lanyard containing a gem pack baggie with white crystal residue testing positive for meth. Located inside of a drawer on Wendy’s side of the bed was a glass pipe with residue testing positive for meth. Also located on her bedside table was a single pill identified as a schedule II narcotic, loose, not in a container and within reach of the child. During an interview, Wendy said Rick had been using meth and he gave her meth to use within the past week. During an interview with Posey-Nichols, she admitted to
using meth. She said her child had access to her bedroom as he sleeps in there with her. Located on the headboard of Posey-Nichols’s bed was a purse containing meth related items including gem baggies with residue, a glass bubble pipe, scoop straw and a digital scale, all testing positive for meth. Located in a dresser drawer was marijuana paraphernalia. Child Protective Services removed the 6-year-old child from the home. Rick Tourville has an open felony case with a bond condition of not to possess or use drugs or drug paraphernalia. He also has a conviction for manufacture/deliver amphetamine, possess amphetamine and possess drug paraphernalia. He has been charged with possession of meth, bail jumping, possession of THC, possession of paraphernalia and neglect of a child. If convicted on all charges he faces up to $30,500 in fines and 10 years in jail. Wendy Tourville is a second and subsequent repeater having been convicted of Possess Amphetamine/LSD/Psilocin in 2003. She has been charged with possession of meth, possession of Schedule II Narcotics, possession of drug paraphernalia and neglecting a child. If convicted on all charges she faces up to $30,500 in fines and 13 years in jail. Posey-Nichols has been charged with possession of drug paraphernalia and neglecting a child. If convicted she faces up to $10,500 in fines and 10 months in jail.
Clayton man arrested after rampage BY APRIL ZIEMER EDITOR@THEAMERYFREEPRESS.COM
A Clayton man is facing a long list of charges including two counts of felony bail jumping stemming from an incident June 3. Matthew Nolan, 29, has been charged with two counts of disorderly conduct, two counts of criminal damage to property and obstructing an officer. These Nolan charges broke the bonds he had signed in January and April 2019 after charges of resisting an officer, operating while intoxicated second offense and battery or threat to judge, prosecutor or law enforcement.
According to the criminal complaint, law enforcement was dispatched to Nolan’s residence after a roommate called to report Nolan was being belligerent to their landlord. The reporting roommate said he could hear lots of yelling and crashes and told dispatch it sounded like couches were being thrown around and that the whole house was shaking. Upon arrival by law enforcement, Nolan questioned police as to why they were at the residence. An officer stated there was a strong odor of alcoholic beverages coming from Nolan and he appeared to be slurring his words. Nolan’s landlord told police that Nolan had been disorderly in the residence. He had been screaming and swearing, thrown a phone off the wall, punched several holes in the bedroom door and had thrown
a bottle of medication at the landlord. Nolan was placed under arrest and allegedly became belligerent while en route to the Polk County Jail. Police had to stop and put leg restraints on Nolan as he was kicking the cage of the patrol car and attempted to kick out the car’s window. The complaint states that officers had to make a second stop and warned Nolan force would be used against him if he did not stop hitting his head on the cage of the patrol car. Nolan was transported to the hospital for medical clearance. While there he was asked to submit to an evidentiary chemical test of his blood and Nolan replied with an expletive laden phrase. If convicted on all charges, Nolan faces up to $52,000 in fines and 15 years in jail.
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Polk County arrest report Jerik Jeffrey Espersen, 28, Frederic, was arrested June 4 for OWI (1st) and prohibited alcohol content (1st). Jason P. Kieffer, 38, Clear Lake, was arrested June 7 for failure to install ignition interlock device. Joseph Ronald Thoen, 40, Centuria, was arrested June 6 for OWI and possession of methamphetamine. Tabitha Mary Brabant, 27, Amery, was arrested June 8 for OWI (1st) and prohibited alcohol content>= 0.15. Benjamin Richard Basley, 40, Ashland, was arrested June 8 for OWI (3rd) and operating with prohibited alcohol content (3rd). Joshua J. Lieffring, 31, Amery, was arrested June 9 for OWI (2nd) and prohibited alcohol content (2nd). Abby Ruth Johnson, 18, Osceola, was arrested June 9 for OWI (1st). Jacob Cole Hajime Gannon, 31, homeless, was arrested June 3 for possession of methamphetamine, prohibited acts and possession of drug paraphernalia. Katie Marie Simpson, 24, Amery, was arrested June 3 for domestic battery, domestic disorderly conduct and bail jumping. Matthew Richard Nolan, 29, Clayton, was arrested June 3 for disorderly conduct and felony bail jumping (x2). Lawrence Patrick Rivard, 23, Osceola, was arrested June 4 for possession of drug paraphernalia. John Brian Schletty, 39, St. Croix Falls, was arrested June 6 for domestic disorderly conduct. Scott Allen Kobs, 54, Balsam Lake, was arrested June 6 for disorderly conduct, domestic abuse, battery and a probation hold. Ernest J. Switzer, 48, Luck, was arrested June 7 for receiving stolen property and possession of THC. Sherina Marie Mailand, 45, Luck, was arrested June 7 for felony bail jumping. Richard Wayne Sandgren, 53, Luck, was arrested June 6 for possession of methamphetamine. Stacey Lynn Lottman, 50, Frederic, was arrested June 8 for possession of THC (2nd controlled substance), bail jumping misdemeanor and possession of drug paraphernalia. Ryan Alan Lofgren, 38, Coon Rapids, MN, was arrested June 8 for domestic disorderly conduct. Gabrielle Lorraine Beede, 23, Osceola, was arrested June 9 for battery, bail jumping and a probation hold. Richard Allen Pal, 35, Newport, MN, was arrested June 10 for disorderly conduct. Scott Francis Clifford Jr., 37, Grantsburg, was arrested June 4 for a probation warrant. Brandon Craig Paulson, 32, Amery, was arrested June 8 for a warrant. Nathan B. Lefler, 42, New Richmond, was arrested June 8 for a probation hold. James M. Stariha, 31, Shell Lake, was arrested June 10 for a Department of Corrections felony warrant.
Polk County Marriage Licenses Jose Alvarez and Rebecca Marie Conrad of Beaver are to be married July 9, 2019. Andrew Karl Erickson of St. Croix Falls and Hailey Sue Streich of Black Brook are to be married June 29, 2019. Zachary Aaron Heci-
movich of Chisago and Nicole Anne Mickelson of Forest Lake are to be married June 22, 2019. Aaron Sterling Hutchens and Ashley Mariah Ziemann of Alden are to be married June 30, 2019. Marc Thomas Ince and Michael Rae Schmitz of
Georgetown are to be married June 29, 2019. Timothy Jay Johnson and Crystal Lynn Herrera of Georgetown are to be married July 16, 2019. Aaron David Michaels of Trade Lake and Holly Julews Johnson of St. Croix Falls are to be
married July 22, 2019. Andrew Paul Nelson of Andover and McKenzie Grace Christenson of Balsam Lake are to be married June 29, 2019. Eric Joseph Ouellette and Stephanie Amanda Lamm of Amery are to be married June 22, 2019.
Jacob Richard Quist and Kristin Marie Solum of Black Brook are to be married June 22, 2019. Elijah David Rasmuson and McKayla Marie Carlson of Osceola are to be married June 29, 2019. Duane David Steen
and Leah Ann Johnson of Graceville are to be married June 22, 2019. Jan Trzos-Oftedal of Norway and Anna Elizabeth Bigalke of Stillwater were married June 15, 2019.
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Cases heard in Amery Area Municipal Court Amery Area Municipal Court was held in Amery on Wednesday, June 12, 2019. The following cases were heard:
City of Amery Tyler J. Blair, 26, Clayton, operating motor vehicle without insurance, $124. Christine L. Boehlke, 50, Clayton, exceeding speed zones (1-10 mph), $98.80. 17 year old, Amery, purchase or possession of tobacco products, $92.50. Joseph J. Elmquist, 48, Luck, exceeding speed zones (1-10 mph), $98.80. Elisabeth L. Ferguson, 26, non-registration of auto, $98.80. Shane M. Gilpin, 40, Clear Lake, operating motor vehicle without insurance, $124. Ayla M. Graden-Dodge, 33, Amery, exceeding speed zones (1-10 mph), $98.80. Dustin J. Graf, 31, Amery, operating after suspension, $124; operating motor vehicle without insurance, $124. Mariah K. Gravelle, 27, Amery, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10. Joshua P. Gray, 25, Almena, parking on posted private property, $98.80. John W. Hancock, 50, Ridge-
land, operating after suspension, $124. Cody A. Hetletvedt, 30, Rochester, MN, speeding on city highway (1-10 mph), $98.80. Michael G. Howard, 26, Dresser, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10. Ryan C. Krohn, 31, Clayton, operating without carrying license, $25. 17 year old, Amery, purchase or possession of tobacco products, $92.50. 17 year old, Amery, criminal damage to property, $1,137.06. Brandon M. Lieffring, 37, New Richmond, operating after suspension, $124. Shain J. Mcclain, 43, Amery, non-registration of auto, $98.80. Timothy J. Mcquaid, 30, Cumberland, operating without a valid license, $124. Anthony M. Ninke, 25, Clayton, operating after suspension, $124; non-registration of auto, $98.80. Shelly J. Noreen, 58, Amery, permit unauthorized person to drive, $124. Dylan J. Parris, 23, Amery, possess open intoxicants in motor vehicle - passenger, $124. 17 year old, Amery, possess,
Amery Police Report 06/07/19-06/13/19 06/07/19, 11:30 a.m., Assist other agency 06/07/19, 04:21 p.m., Vehicle lockout 06/07/19, 05:23 p.m., Residential alarm 06/07/19, 08:16 p.m., Mental health call 06/07/19, 10:22 p.m., Juvenile call 06/08/19, 01:50 p.m., Animal control call 06/08/19, 09:28 p.m., Warrant arrest 06/09/19, 09:18 a.m., Mental health call 06/09/19, 10 a.m., Residential alarm 06/09/19, 10:22 a.m., Assist other agency 06/09/19, 12 p.m., Mental health call 06/09/19, 02:00 p.m., Keep the peace property exchange 06/09/19, 10:29 p.m., Assist other agency 06/09/19, 11:04 p.m., Harassment report 06/09/19, 11:20 p.m., Noise complaint 06/10/19, 07:34 a.m., 911 hang up 06/10/19, 12:01 p.m., Theft report 06/10/19, 04:07 p.m., Harassment complaint 06/10/19, 05:51 p.m., Noise complaint 06/10/19, 08:40 p.m., Juvenile call 06/11/19, 12:45 p.m., Animal control call 06/11/2019, 3:55 p.m., Traffic complaint 06/11/19, 5:55 p.m., Disturbance call 06/11/19, 9 p.m., Juvenile call 06/12/19, 1:15 a.m., Juvenile call 06/12/19, 5:15 a.m., Assist EMS 06/12/19, 3:38 p.m., Disturbance call 06/12/19, 4:19 p.m., Juvenile call 06/12/19, 4:30 p.m., Civil matter 06/13/19, 12:38 a.m., Suspicious activity call 06/13/19, 12:44 a.m., Suspicious activity call 06/13/19, 7:17 p.m., Assist other agency 06/13/19, 8:23 p.m., Assist other agency
Arrests: Brandon Paulson, 32 of Amery. Warrant out of Polk County Shannon Peck, 37 of Amery. Bail Jumping
manufacture, deliver drug paraphernalia, $187. 17 year old, Amery, possession of controlled substance, $376. Kanessa L. Raymond, 25, Amery, vehicle operator failure to wear seat belt, $10. Brandon L. Sellers, 22, Amery, non-registration of auto, $98.80.
Village of Clayton Dominic R. Figueroa, 23, Clayton, issuance of worthless checks, $313. Andrew S. Lindahl, 32, Clear Lake, non-registration of auto, $98.80.
Village of Clear Lake Hannah E. Burch, 19, Hayward, exceeding speed zones (11-15 mph), $98.80. Brian T. Elwood, 45, Hudson, exceeding speed zones (11-15 mph), $98.80. Betty H. Faircloth, 23, Spooner, exceeding speed zones (20-24 mph), $149.20. Michelle L. Ferguson, 46, Clayton, operating motor vehicle without insurance, $124; display unauthorized vehicle registration plate, $161.80. Justin D. Garski, 37, Coon Rapids, MN, exceeding speed zones (11-15 mph), $98.80. Jay M. Holzbauer, 49, New
Richmond, exceeding speed zones (11-15 mph), $98.80. Timothy G. Kuhn, 51, Amery, exceeding speed zones (11-15 mph), $98.80. Kelsie L. Lewis, 22, Broken Arrow, OK, exceeding speed zones (16-19 mph), $124. Thomas S. Mckinney, 20, New Richmond, exceeding speed zones (11-15 mph), $98.80. Brandon C. Paulson, 32, St. Croix Falls, possession of drug paraphernalia, $376. Heidi Rosebud, 54, Stillwater, MN, exceeding speed zones (11-15 mph), $98.80. Matthew V. Schreier, 25, White Bear Lake, MN, exceeding speed zones (16-19 mph), $124. Joseph Vue, 32, St. Paul, MN, exceeding speed zones (30-34 mph), $218.50. Hunter X. Yang, 21, Menomonie, exceeding speed zones (16-19 mph), $124.
City of Amery Juveniles 13 year old, Amery, truancy (x2), $92.50. 16 year old, Dresser, truancy, $92.50. 12 year old, Amery, truancy, $25. 16 year old, Amery, purchase or possession of tobacco
products, $92.50. 16 year old Amery, purchase or possession of tobacco products, $92.50; underage drinking, $187; underage drinking-possess-14-16 (3+), $187. 13 year old, Amery, petty theft by juveniles, $313. 12 year old, Dresser, disorderly conduct on school property, $100. 14 year old, Amery, underage drinking, $187. 16 year old, Amery, purchase or possession of tobacco products, $92.50.
Not Guilty Pleas Pleas of Not Guilty were entered by the following: 17 year old, underage drinking, fail to stop at stop sign, possession of tobacco and violate absolute sobriety law, $691.30. 17 year old, criminal damage to property, $1.137.06. 17 year old, possession of tobacco and possession of controlled substance, $468.50. 15 year old, disorderly conduct on school property, $187. Kristie Simonson, possession of drug paraphernalia, $376.
Jury convicts New Richmond man for killing son CONTRIBUTED WI DEPT. OF JUSTICE
On June 13, 2019, Kayle A. Fleischauer was found by guilty by a jury of second-degree reckless homicide for the killing of his son, Chase A. Fleischauer. The trial was presided over by St. Croix County Judge Scott Needham. “Thank you to those investigators and prosecutors whose work resulted in a guilty verdict in this case,” said Attorney General Josh Kaul. “This verdict would not have been possible without critical analysis by the Division of Forensic Sciences.” The evidence presented at trial established that on April 14, 2018, Kayle Fleischauer killed Chase
Fleischauer. Chase died of a gunshot wound to the head. The prosecution presented extensive evidence of the beating to which Chase was subjected by the defendant, his father, before Chase was shot, and of the defendant’s defiant and obstructive conduct towards the police investigating at his house immediately after the shooting, demonstrating that he was the murderer. The conviction was obtained because of an investigation conducted by the St. Croix County Sheriff’s Office, New Richmond Police Department, Ramsey County Medical Examiner, and Wisconsin State Patrol. New Richmond Emergency Medical Services also assisted.
DNA, firearms, and fingerprint evidence was analyzed by the Wisconsin Department of Justice (DOJ) Division of Forensic Science, with assistance from the Wisconsin State Crime Laboratory crime scene response team. The prosecution of this case has been handled by Assistant Attorney General Bob Kaiser of the DOJ Division of Legal Services Criminal Litigation Unit and St. Croix County Assistant District Attorney Erica Ellenwood. A sentencing hearing is scheduled for August 30, 2019 at 1:00 p.m. Second-degree reckless homicide carries a penalty of up to 25 years or $100,000 fine or both.
Amery Police’s recent ‘Click It or Ticket’ results in 26 citations Amery Police Department officers issued 12 tickets for failure to fasten safety belts during the annual Click It or Ticket mobilization from May 20 to June 2. In addition, during the Click It or Ticket intensified safety belt enforcement period, officers issued citations and made ar-
rests during traffic stops for the following: 9 speeding violations 2 operating after revocation or suspension violations 1 drunken driving arrest 1 drug arrest 1 felony arrest “Our officers work throughout
the year to help make our roadways as safe as possible for everyone,” said Chief Tom Marson “With another busy travel season underway, we need all motorists to buckle up, watch their speed and stay focused on the road ahead at all times.”
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105 Years Ago June 18, 1914
55 Years Ago June 25, 1964
Bungalow Beach Opens
Issue Warning to Phone Smut Peddlers
The opening of Amery’s new summer resort “Bungalow Beach” was held last Sunday. The beautiful grounds, fine, airy cottages and hotel, the delightful bathing beach and unsurpassed fishing, should make “Bungalow Beach” one of the most popular resorts in Northern Wisconsin. Col. Henry Johnson will serve Sunday dinners each week to all who wish to spend a day at “Bungalow Beach.”
95 Years Ago June 26, 1924 Saw Mill Accident Fatal
Knutson wins new tractor operator title
Alex Robarge, age 42 of Range was the victim of an accident, which proved fatal at the Frederickson Bros’ sawmill near the Oscar Markee place in Apple River, last Saturday afternoon. Mr. Robarge was pulling with all his might on a slab, which unexpectedly loosened, causing him to lose his balance. He fell backward against the belt, which Yesterday’s instantly snatched him News up and carried Diane Stangl him directly against the saw before his horrified companions could come to his rescue. He was horribly mangled, but was still alive when the machine was stopped. He was rushed immediately to the hospital in this city where his death occurred about ten minutes after his arrival.
Properly used, this short two weeks can give them renewed strength to battle again the complexities of our modern world. “Vacations are not for men only. Mothers would do well to take a rest, away from the children. Children need a vacation away from the restrictions of city life. Camps are a good solution.” All of which leads to the point that Amery is one swell place to spend a vacation, and we have here one of the finest recreation camps in the land, the Lutheran Welfare camp where underprivileged children from the hot sidewalks of St. Paul and Minneapolis may go, all expenses paid, for a 2 week sojourn in the water and green grass and trees, with good food to eat 3 times a day.
80 Years Ago June 15, 1939
70 Years Ago June 9, 1949
Barron Man is Pinched Perry Erickson of Barron appeared before Justice of the Peace William Burman last week and pleaded guilty to a charge of failure to heed a stop sign at Highway 46 and 8. He was fined $3 and costs of $2.50. Kenneth Murray of Minneapolis, up to Frederic for a good time, was arrested by Traffic Officer Ed. Johnson on a charge of reckless driving. He was fined $3.00 and costs. The “reckless” part of it was what is known as “one-armed” driving, i. e. driving the car with one hand while the other rests comfortably around one’s girlfriend. Officer Johnson said this practice prevalent somewhat among Amery’s younger set, must stop. Arrests will be made in each instance of violation.
Everyone Needs Rest in Summer Everyone needs a vacation to give him renewed strength and energy declares the Wisconsin State Medical Society. “Many people,” the society’s bulletin said, “have an annual vacation of two weeks.
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In 1953, Gayle Knutson of the Volga 4-H club became the new tractor operator champ for Polk County. Knutson outpointed 11 other contestants in the annual tractor-operating contest held in Amery at Soldier’s Field. As county champion, Gayle competed in the state meet held each year at the Wisconsin State Fair in Milwaukee. Knutson is pictured above atop his tractor. In the front row are: Herb Johnson, third place winner; Jerry Carlson, who won second place; and Assistant County Agent, Wayne Nelson.
Awarded $6,500 in Breach of Promise Deliberating from 11:15 to 4 p.m., a special jury called in Circuit Court at Balsam Lake granted $6,500 damages to Clara Halverson, formerly of Deer Park, but now of Minneapolis, against Peter Connors of Amery. The trial was conducted before Judge Clarence E. Rineherd, circuit judge of the 19th judicial district from Chippewa Falls. Hon. Carl Daley, judge for this district, was removed from the case by a writ of prejudice filed by Connor’s attorney. Before Daley, the previous trial found damages of $7,000 for Miss Halverson, which Judge Daley set aside as being exorbitant on the face of the evidence. The jury found “that the parties did mutually agree and promise to marry each other and that the plaintiff held herself ready and willing to marry the defendant from and after the time of such promise and agreement.”
Child Suffers Painful Accident Lloyd, two-year-old son of
Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd Anderson of the Deer Park community, is waging a successful battle for life at the Amery hospital following an accident with a pump jack on his father’s farm last Wednesday. Lloyd caught his left arm in the gears, which crushed everything but one blood vessel in the arm and also badly mangled the shoulder. It was necessary to amputate the arm, which was injured beyond surgery. He was immediately rushed to Amery following the accident and while his condition is still serious, it is no longer considered critical.
Finds This Country Wonderful “There is just nothing like it over there,” declared Bruno Woidt, upon his arrival in America and this community after having lived 65 years of his life in Germany. Unable to speak English, his reactions to this country were obtained through his interpreter and son-in-law, George Weigang of Volga, where he is now making his home. A former resident of the British zone in Germany, he arrived here Sunday after some train confusion. Placed in care of the train conductor out of Chicago following a 10-day boat and railroad trip to the “windy city,” Mr. Woidt was placed on the wrong section of the train and arrived in Duluth while George waited for him in Minneapolis. After some hurried investigation and some fast back-tracking he was picked up at Dresser Sunday afternoon. One of the many marvels, which he as found hard to believe is the method of farming used in this country with all its machines and gadgets. While he had heard many things about this country through his years in Germany, he didn’t anticipate anything so great and different. Commenting on the situations in the British zone, he stated that conditions are improving gradually now and
things are running much more smoothly. However, he believes that Communism is a definite threat to the entire world as it now exists in Germany. “There are Communist spies everywhere, organized just as the Hitlerites, were before the last war,” he said, “and no one dares say a word against them.” Anyone defying their doctrines soon turns up missing, never to be heard from again. He expressed the view that a “big stick” is necessary right now to stop further trouble with the Russians. Mr. Woidt’s wife died a year ago at Christmastime so he decided to come to this country and spend the rest of his life in Wisconsin with his daughter, Mrs. Weigang.
60 Years Ago June 4, 1959 Crimes Continue at Park Nine arrests were made at Interstate Park last weekend to continue the campaign to eliminate undesirables from this favorite picnic spot. Of this number, four were apprehended for illegal beer, three for speeding and two for illegal mufflers. But their arrests were not all the violations by any means. On Saturday afternoon, a group of 16 young people staged a brawl in the south loop of the park while officials were pursuing a foursome, which included a 13 and a 14 year old girl. The delinquents set up and patrolled roadblocks with clubs as the fracas continued unmolested. Five young ladies were thrown into the river fully clothed during the melee. The officers did catch the 13 year old and the 14 year old with their 18 and 19 year old boyfriends, both from Minneapolis. Their male companions were arrested and fined $100 each for supplying beer to minors. The girls were detained at Balsam Lake until the parents arrived and took them home.
“We are determined to stop this…we will prosecute them to the fullest extent of the law,” emphatically stated George Griffin of the Amery Telephone Company in calling attention to a new wave of telephone abuses. In addition, to persons calling up ladies and using vile and profane language, one call during the past week threatened the life of a local lady. “This is not just ‘kids will be kids’ in our book,” declared Griffin as he outlined methods planned to trap persons inclined to tempt criminal prosecution by making such telephone calls.
Plan Reopening of Owly’s Restaurant Owly’s Cafe will soon reopen in Amery. Present plans call for the restaurant to resume operation this coming week with Wayne Greenlee of St. Croix Falls assuming ownership of the business. Experienced in the business, Greenlee has owned and operated Wayne’s Café on Highway 8 for the past five and one-half years. He plans to continue in both businesses, running them in conjunction with one another.
40 Years Ago June 19, 1979 Father, Son Struck by Lightning “It sounded like a 90 mm cannon,” commented Frank Johannsen after he and his son, Jeff, 19, were struck by lightning Saturday noon while working on a car situated in a town of Alden barn. Injuries suffered by the Johannsens were apparently the only reported in Polk County as a severe storm toppled trees, television antennas and farm buildings. Johannsen and his two sons, Jeff and Todd, 15, were working on a car located in an unused barn owned by Blanche Ausen. Frank and Jeff were lying under the car and Todd was standing near the front of the vehicle holding the trouble lamp. Frank said that a blinding blue flash followed by a deafening blast of thunder stunned the men. The blast broke Jeff’s eardrum and lightning caused chest and back burns on both Frank and Jeff. “Jeff was screaming under the car because everything he touched was burning hot,” observed Frank. Todd pulled his dazed brother from under the car. By this time the barn was on fire and the men pushed the car and a garden tractor outside before seeking medical treatment. Both Frank and Jeff were hospitalized overnight at ARVM hospital in Amery for observation.
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Charlie Danielson impressive at US Open in Pebble Beach BY RON JASPERSON SPORTS WRITER
If there was a raffle with the top prize being a round of golf at historic Pebble Beach golfing enthusiasts would stand in line for tickets hoping that their name would be drawn. If the prize included playing a round with golf legend Phil Mickelson who knows what kind of commotion that would bring. Osceola golfer Charlie Danielson did get to play a round of golf at Pebble Beach, in fact he played four rounds at the 119th U.S. Open. He also played one of his rounds with Phil Mickelson but he didn’t win a raffle to do it. He did it the old-fashioned way, he earned it. Danielson punched his ticket for the U.S. Open by qualifying in Sectional play in Dallas. He became one of 156 golfers from around the world to tee it up starting on June 13th at Pebble Beach in California. Danielson started his first round with a string of four straight pars before holing a shot from a bunker on the fi fth hole for a birdie. Suddenly he was comfortable being among the best golfers in the world. He finished his first round with a one over par 72. Danielson lost a stroke to par over his first 10 holes of the second day. He was on the edge of the cut line as he walked to his 11th hole of the
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Danielson (second from left) and his caddie walk Pebble Beach golf course with Phil Mickelson (right) during the 2019 U.S. Open.
second round but then banged in three straight birdies. Danielson finished the second round with a one-under 70 to get back to par for the tournament. Most importantly he made the cut which allowed him to play the final two rounds of the tournament. “It was an amazing experience to make my first cut at a major especially with it being at Pebble Beach.” Danielson said. “It was rewarding to play all four days and see how my game stacked up against
the best players in the world.” Danielson got to see closeup how his game stacked up against one of the best players in the world as he was paired with Mickelson for round three. He played the first five holes at par as did Mickelson but then he ran into trouble on hole-6. Danielson carded a triple-bogie on the hole and did the same thing two holes later. He suddenly went from par for the tournament to six over. Despite the adversity Danielson pulled things
together carding six pars, a pair of birdies and a pair of bogies to finish the day at six over. “Phil is a great guy and playing with him on Saturday was a lot of fun,” Danielson said. “I was able to feed off the crowd’s energy; there were so many people watching on every hole.” On the last day of the tournament Danielson was paired with Luke Donald. After a bogie on #3 Danielson came back with birdies on #6 and
#7 to go one under for the day. He finished the day at one under to complete the tournament with a total of 289, good for a tie for 58th place. “Patience was a big key this week based on how tough the course was and even more so after my front nine on Saturday,” Danielson said. “I can take a lot of positives away from this week; two bad holes held me back from a great finish.”
FINES: Materials borrowed from other libraries are still subject to penalties FROM PAGE ONE
Amery’s first library was located in a small room in Amery’s old City Hall on East Birch Street. In order to reach the library, visitors needed to follow a wooden plank boardwalk the length of the building to a door located near the jail. The original library room contained a few book stacks, one table and a few mismatched chairs. For several years the library was funded and staffed by members of the Amery Woman’s Club. In 1932, a $100 appropriation by the Amery City Council allowed Mrs. Edith Johnson to be hired as the first salaried librarian. During this time a library card cost ten cents and patrons were only allowed to check out one book at a time. A lot has changed for the Amery Public Library since its early days. Today not only can you check out more than one book at a time, the library is the place to go for magazines, information on local history, meeting room space, assistance with genealogy
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Elijah and Miles Ivey are enjoying the Amery Public Library’s Summer Reading Program. They have already earned multiple prizes, including choosing new books to read and keep.
and board games for kids and teens. They also offer electronic materials such as e-books and audiobooks for downloading to your device or tablet with your library card. Another gem at the library is their scanner. You can scan slides, negatives and old photos to put on a flash drive. The library started its first Summer Reading Program in 1976. Now the Amery Area
Public Library has kids, teens and adult Summer Reading Programs. All participants can earn prizes and chances to win additional prizes. At 11 a.m. on Mondays through August 5th, Kids & teens (18 and younger) may enjoy a FREE picnic lunch at the library. Bring a blanket to sit on. Picnics will take place on the grassy area (off Harriman Ave) behind
the library and Golden Age Manor. In inclement weather, picnics will take place in the Burman Room. This program is made possible by the School District of Amery. Also on Mondays, take advantage of stories, finger plays, rhymes, and songs for babies and toddlers. Weather permitting; story time will be outside on the grassy area behind the library. In inclement weather, meet in the Story time room for the program. “Mini Martians Story time” takes place on Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m. for ages 3-6. The program promises to let imaginations soar with stories, rhymes, songs and a fun space-themed craft. On Wednesday June 19, the library invites the public to meet some raptors from the Wildlife Science Center. Get an up-close look at three different birds and learn all about these amazing raptors of Wisconsin and Minnesota. This is sponsored by Amery Woman’s Club and will take place at the Amery Community Center. A Powerup cooking class
will take place Wednesday, July 24 for all ages at 2:30 and 4:00 p.m. Registrants can choose one time by logging on to amerylibrary.org/kids. PowerUp your day with some healthy snacks and treats, but remember registration is required for this activity. The Amery Public Library’s website is full of other special events and movie showings. While visiting the library this summer, do not be afraid to bring in that over due book, but leave your wallet at home. “Fine free” only applies to items that are checked out at the Amery Area Public Library. Items checked out at another library (even if returned in Amery) are subject to those lending rules of that library. Also, items that are lost or damaged are subject to replacement fees. When asked about the oldest over due book ever returned Stormberg said, “I do not have the exact date, but I can tell you we do get books that are more than a few YEARS overdue.”
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AREA CHURCHES AMERY CONGREGATIONAL, 201 N. Harriman Ave. Barry Schaefer, pastor Wednesday, June 19: 9 am Youth Brat Stand Fundraiser at Dick’s; 11:30 am Family Table Meal; 6 pm FUEL at Deronda Lutheran Church. Thursday, June 20: 8:15 am Ministerium; 9:30 am Senior Dining Hall Open; 5:30 pm Women’s Bible Study; 6 pm Christians in Actions Board Meeting; 7 pm Money Management. Friday, June 21: 9:30 am Senior Dining Hall Open. Saturday, June 22: 1 pm Eagle Scout Court of Honor for Zach Silvis. Sunday, June 23: 10 am Worship; 11:15 am Missions & Social Concerns Meeting; 5:30 pm VBS. AMERY FREE LUTHERAN, 1 mile west of golf course on CTH F, Eric Christenson, pastor, www.ameryflc.org Every Sunday: 9:15 am Worship Service; 6 pm Small Group Bible Studies in homes. Wednesdays: 9:30 am Small Group Women’s Bible Study in home; 7 pm Youth Group. Call the church office for details 715-268-9218. APPLE RIVER COMMUNITY, 942 US Hwy. 8, Amery Justin Hosking, pastor Sunday: 9:30 am Sunday School for All Ages; 10:15 am Coffee and Fellowship; 10:30 am Morning Worship. Monday: 6:30 pm Women’s Bible Study. Wednesday: 10 am Men’s Bible Study. BALSAM LUTHERAN, 1115 Mains Crossing, Amery, Dan Watland, pastor 507-459-1141, Church 715-2689291, www.balsamlutheranchurch.org. Sunday worship 10:15 am. Holy Communion 2nd & 3rd Sundays. CENTERPOINT, 740 Maple Drive, St. Croix Falls (High school) Dick Enerson, pastor Sunday: 10-11:15 am Worship celebration; Children’s church (SuperKidz) age 4-5th grade; Nursery (KidzKorner) birth-3 years. Cell Groups (small group Bible studies) offered throughout the week. CHURCH OF CHRIST, New Richmond Jack Philips, Evangelist, 715-497-7596 Sunday: 9 am Bible Study; 10 am Worship. Wednesday: 6:30 pm Bible Study and Devotions. CLEAR LAKE UNITED METHODIST, John Hazen, pastor Sunday: 11:00 am Worship. Wednesday: 5:30 pm Meal for all; 6 pm Church school. DEER PARK UNITED METHODIST, John Hazen, pastor Sunday: 9:45 am Worship. DERONDA LUTHERAN, 1239 65th Ave., Amery Lori Peper, pastor 715-268-9577 Thursday, June 20: 9 am Trinity Quilting, Little Falls Bible Study; 5 pm BeFrienders at Village Pizzeria. Saturday, June 22: 5 pm Ukulele Circle at Modena Lutheran. Sunday, June 23: 8 am Trinity Worship; 9:30 am Deronda Worship; 11 am Little Falls Worship; 5:30-7:30 pm Amery Community VBS at Congo; 7-8:30 pm Confirmation Campfire at the Peper Home. Monday, June 24: 5:30-7:30 Amery Community VBS at Congo. Tuesday, June 25: 9 am Parish Staff Meeting at Trinity; 5-7 pm Gather Meal at Deronda; 5:30-7:30 pm Amery Community VBS at Congo. See our website for up-to-date scheduling www.derondachurch.net. EAST BALSAM BAPTIST, 1816 108th St./CTH I, Balsam Lake, Gabriel Brennan, pastor www.eastbalsam.org 715-857-5411 Sunday: 9 am Worship service; 10:30 am Sunday school. Tuesday: Women’s Ministry; 9 am Bible Study. EAST IMMANUEL LUTHERAN, south of Amery on Hwy. 46 then west on 20th Ave., Kathy Pennington, pastor Sunday, June 23: 10 am Worship; 2 pm Labyrinth Tea Party; 5:30 pm Community VBS. Monday, June 24: 9 am Labyrinth Maintenance; 5:30 pm Community VBS. Tuesday, June 25: 5:30 pm Community VBS. EAST LINCOLN ALLIANCE, 735 70th Ave., Amery 715-268-2350 www.eastlincolnalliance.com Eric Danielson and Randy Schussman, pastors Sunday: 8:45 am Prayer Meeting; 9 am Coffee and Fellowship; 9:30 am Worship service. Child Care and Discovery Land for children are provided during Worship service. Small groups meet throughout the week. Contact the church office for further details. Recharge for Middle and High School students, 6 pm every Wednesday. EL SALEM BAPTIST/TWIN FALLS CHRISTIAN CENTER, Dresser, Darryl R. Olson, pastor Sunday: 9:30 am Sunday school; 10:35 am Worship; 6 pm Sunday evening. Wednesday: 7 pm Bible Study. ELIM LUTHERAN, Range, Dan Watland, pastor Sunday: 8:30 am Worship. Holy Communion 2nd and 3rd Sundays. Council 3rd Tuesday at 6 pm FAITH LUTHERAN (ELCA), 301 1st Ave. East (across
from public beach on Co. Rd. I) Balsam Lake, 715-4853800, Diane Norstad, pastor Sunday: 9:30 am Sunday worship; Communion first and last Sunday. Wednesday: 6:30 pm J.A.M. (Jesus & Me). FAITH LUTHERAN (ELCA), 134 Prentice St. S, Clayton Margaret Grant, pastor Sunday: 9 am Sunday school; 9:45 am Worship; 10:45 am Fellowship. Men’s Bible Study 2nd Sunday 6 pm Mission Quilting Tuesdays 9 am Wednesday evening service 7:15-7:45 pm FIRST LUTHERAN, 240 Elm St., Amery Tim Bjorge, pastor Wednesday, June 19: Hi League. Thursday, June 20: 8 am Bible Study; 8:30 am Quilters; 9:30 am Ruth Circle (JoAnn Buss hosts); 7 pm Al Anon. Saturday, June 22: Kristin Solum-Jacob Quist Wedding. Sunday, June 23: 9 am Worship; Jona Rasmussen Baptism; 5:30-7:30 pm VBS at the Congregational Church. Monday, June 24: 5:30-7:30 pm VBS at the Congregational Church. Tuesday, June 25: 5:30-7:30 pm VBS at the Congregational Church. FIRST LUTHERAN (LCMC), 811 South Ave. W, Clear Lake www.firstluthclearlake.com, Bryan S. Anderson, pastor Tuesday, June 11-Wednesday, June 19: Pastor’s Vacation. Sunday, June 23: 8:30 am Contemporary Worship; 9:30 am Fellowship; 10 am Traditional Worship; 11 am Fellowship. Monday, June 24: 10 am & 7 pm Bible Marathon Class. Tuesday, June 25: 9 am Quilting; 1 pm Prayer Shawl Meeting. FIRST PRESYTERIAN, 719 Nevada St., St. Croix Falls Barbara Anne Keely, pastor Sunday: 10:15 am Coffee and Fellowship; 11 am Worship. FOREST UNITED METHODIST, John Hazen, pastor Sunday: 8:30 am Worship. FULL GOSPEL LIGHTHOUSE, Graytown Merlin Burton, pastor Sunday: 10:30 am Sunday school; 11 am Worship. GEORGETOWN LUTHERAN-ELCA, 877 190th Ave. Co. Rd. G, Balsam Lake (Fox Creek) 715-857-5580, serving@georgetownlutheran.net, Pastor Diane House Sunday: 9:15 am Sunday school; 10:30 am Worship; Communion 1st and 3rd Sunday. GRACE LUTHERAN - WELS, 460 4th St., Clear Lake, Ellery W. Groth, pastor 715-491-4330 Sunday: 10:15 am Worship. HOLY TRINITY ORTHODOX, 511 1st St., Clayton, 715948-2493, htoc@amerytel.net, Chris Wojcik, pastor
Sundays: 9:30 am Divine Liturgy. HOLY TRINITY UNITED METHODIST, 1606 165th Ave., Centuria, on CTH I between Balsam Lake and Centuria, Freddie Kirk, pastor Sunday: 8:30 am Worship. IMMANUEL EV. LUTHERAN (LCMS), 124 E. Church St., Clayton, lmmLCLCMS@centurytel.net, 715-541-2955, Gregory Becker, pastor Sunday: 9 am Divine Worship. Wednesday: 6:30 pm Family Christian Education; 7:30 pm Confirmation. IMMANUEL LUTHERAN, 65th Ave., rural Clayton, Margaret Grant, pastor Sunday: 8:30 am Worship. Wednesday: 6:30 pm Family Christian Education; 7:30 pm Confirmation. JOURNEY CHURCH, 131 Broadway St., Amery, Derek Downs, Lead Pastor, 715-268-2223, www.journeychurch.city, office@journeychurch.city Every Sunday: 9 am Worship Service; Nursery for ages 0-3 is offered. Kids Zone Children’s Church ages preschool-4th grade will meet downstairs during the sermon! No Sunday School during the summer. 2nd Sunday of the Month: 6-7 pm Praise and Prayer Night (Except June 12 & July 10) Thursdays: 8:30 am Prayer Group. Open to anyone with a heart of prayer! Saturdays: 7 am Men’s Bible Study (Meets in the Teen Center). LITTLE FALLS LUTHERAN, 1272 44th Ave., Amery, Lori Peper, pastor 715-268-9577 Thursday, June 20: 9 am Trinity Quilting, Little Falls Bible Study; 5 pm BeFrienders at Village Pizzeria. Saturday, June 22: 5 pm Ukulele Circle at Modena Lutheran. Sunday, June 23: 8 am Trinity Worship; 9:30 am Deronda Worship; 11 am Little Falls Worship; 5:30-7:30 pm Amery Community VBS at Congo; 7-8:30 pm Confirmation Campfire at the Peper Home. Monday, June 24: 5:30-7:30 Amery Community VBS at Congo. Tuesday, June 25: 9 am Parish Staff Meeting at Trinity; 5-7 pm Gather Meal at Deronda; 5:30-7:30 pm Amery Community VBS at Congo. See our website for up-to-date scheduling www.littlefallschurch.net. LIVING WORD CHAPEL, 2746 Hwy 64, Forest, Senior Leaders Sean & Libby Higgins, 715-265-4810, we.are. living.word@gmail.com, www.livingwordchapel.com Sunday: 9 am Breakfast and Fellowship; 10:15 am Service; Nursery and Children’s Church Available. Wednesdays: 6 pm The Study; 7 pm Prayer. Weekly Local Home Groups
Controlling Our Desires
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he Old Testament story of Esau giving up his birthright for a bowl of stew illustrates a variety of important lessons, and perhaps the most relevant one is that our appetites can make us impulsive and prone to bad judgement: “Once when Jacob was cooking some stew, Esau came in from the open country, famished. He said to Jacob, ‘Quick, let me have some of that red stew! I’m famished!’ Jacob replied, ‘First sell me your birthright.’ ‘Look, I am about to die,’ Esau said. ‘What good is the birthright to me?’ But Jacob said, ‘Swear to me first.’ So he swore an oath to him, selling his birthright to Jacob. Then Jacob gave Esau some bread and some lentil stew. He ate and drank, and then got up and left. So Esau despised his birthright.” (Genesis 25:29-34 NIV) Like Esau, we often make bad decisions and act impulsively because our appetites get the upper hand. Not only are we prone to the loss of our assets, but we are likely to say or do things we will regret. The lesson here is as much
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Amery Free Press Your Comunity Newspaper for over 125 years 215 S. Keller Ave., Amery Phone 715-268-8101 about controlling our impulses as it is about being careful to not make important decisions when our appetites are engaged. Going to the grocery store when you’re famished is a bad idea. Conversely, it is possible to make your desires and appetites work for you. As the saying goes, “Hunger is the best sauce.” Desire is not inherently bad; it can be used for good or ill. Staying hungry, as it were, can be a strong motivator. Consider how to harness your appetites in order to improve your life. –Christopher Simon
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AREA CHURCHES CONTINUED ... MENNONITE CHURCH, 1681 6 1/2 St., Co. Hwy. P North, Almena, 715-357-3321 Sunday: 10 am Sunday school, all ages; 10:45 am Sunday worship service; 7:30 am Sunday evening service. MOE LUTHERAN (ELCA), 451 30th St., Clear Lake Sunday: 10 am Fellowship; 11 am Worship; Potluck lunch 2nd Sunday. Men’s Bible Study 2nd Sunday 6 pm. Women’s Bible Study 2nd Thursday 1:30 pm. NEW LIFE COMMUNITY, Amery, Craig Jorgenson, pastor Sunday: 10 am Worship. Tuesday: 6:30 pm Prayer. Wednesday: 6:30 pm Youth. OTTERCREEK CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP, Glenwood City Civic Center, Jason Taylor, pastor Sunday: 10:30 am Worship; Children’s church, childcare provided. Wednesday Night Prayer. OUR LADY OF THE LAKES CATHOLIC, Balsam Lake Father Eugene Murphy, pastor Masses: Saturday 6 pm, Sunday 8:30 am. OUR SAVIOR’S LUTHERAN, 217 Deronda St., Amery Keith Ruehlow, pastor Wednesday, June 19: 12 pm Table Talk Men; 1:30 pm Special Friends Worship; 6:15 pm Evening Prayer; 6:30 pm Youth Group. Thursday, June 20: 8:30 am Bible Study. Sunday, June 23: 9 am Worship with Holy Communion. Sunday, June 23-Friday, June 28: Ox Lake Confirmation Camp. Tuesday, June 25: 8:30 am Bible Study; 1 pm Quilting. PRAIRIEVIEW COVENANT, 1396 210th Ave. (2 miles north of New Richmond on 65) Tim Coyer, pastor, www.prairieviewchurch.net Sunday: 9 am Sunday School; 10 am Worship, Nursery care available; Coffee/fellowship after worship service. Wednesday: 6-7:30 pm Family Night, Worship/Groups for all ages. REDEEMER LUTHERAN, 600 S. Keller Ave., Amery, Tom Hahn, pastor Friday, June 14: Flag Day. Sunday, June 16; Father’s Day; 9:30 am Worship with Holy Communion; 10:30 am Fellowship. REEVE EVANGELICAL FREE, Jct. Barron CTH K & A, Clear Lake, www.reevechurch.org Sunday: 9 am Worship service; 10:15 am Fellowship Time. Wednesday nights: 6:30-7:30 pm 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 am Sunday school; 10:15 am Worship. Holy Communion 1st and 3rd Sunday at 10:15 am. Morning Prayer 2nd and 4th Sunday at 10:15 am. ST. CROIX UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST FELLOWSHIP, 201 N. Adams, St. Croix Falls www.scuuf.org Sunday: 10 am First three Sundays. ST. JOHN’S CATHOLIC, Clear Lake, Fr. John Long, pastor Mass: 8 am Wednesday. Mass: 8 am Thursday. Mass: 10:30 am Sunday. ST. JOSEPH CATHOLIC, 1050 Keller Ave. N, Amery, Father Eugene Murphy • 715-268-7717 • stjosephamery. org Saturday: 4 pm Mass. Sunday: 10:30 am Mass. Tuesday: 9 am Communion Service. Wednesday: 9 am Mass. Friday: 9 am Communion Service. ST. JOHN LUTHERAN, Forest, John Wilman, pastor Thursday, June 20-Sunday, June 23: LWML Convention in Mobile, Alabama. Friday, June 21-Saturday, June 22: Pastor’s Day Off. Sunday, June 23: 8 am Worship; 9 am Fellowship. ST. PAUL LUTHERAN, Deer Park, John Wilman, pastor Thursday, June 20-Sunday, June 23: LWML Convention in Mobile, Alabama. Friday, June 21-Saturday, June 22: Pastor’s Day Off. Sunday, June 23: 9 am Fellowship; 9:30 am Worship. 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 am; Church 11 am Midweek Service: Wednesday 7 pm 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 715-719-0283 Sunday: Sacrament 10 am; Sunday School/Primary 11:20 am; Priesthood/Relief Society 12:10 pm TRINITY LUTHERAN of Garfield, 1578 85th Ave., Amery
Lori Peper, pastor 715-268-9577 Thursday, June 20: 9 am Trinity Quilting, Little Falls Bible Study; 5 pm BeFrienders at Village Pizzeria. Saturday, June 22: 5 pm Ukulele Circle at Modena Lutheran. Sunday, June 23: 8 am Trinity Worship; 9:30 am Deronda Worship; 11 am Little Falls Worship; 5:30-7:30 pm Amery Community VBS at Congo; 7-8:30 pm Confirmation Campfire at the Peper Home. Monday, June 24: 5:30-7:30 Amery Community VBS at Congo. Tuesday, June 25: 9 am Parish Staff Meeting at Trinity; 5-7 pm Gather Meal at Deronda; 5:30-7:30 pm Amery Community VBS at Congo. See our website for up-to-date scheduling www.trinitylutheranchurchofamery.com. UNITED COVENANT, 348 5th St. NW, Clear Lake, Dan Pearson, pastor Sunday, June 16-Tuesday, June 25: 10 Days of Prayer. Wednesday, June 19: 6 pm Family Fun Night; 6 pm CREW Hangout at Mohrland’s. Sunday, June 23: 9 am Youth Worship Team; 10 am Worship Service; 5:30 pm Church Softball. Monday, June 24-Thursday, June 27: LBBC Trailblazer Camp. Tuesday, June 25: 8 pm Sweet Hour of Prayer. UNITED METHODIST, GLENHILLS PARISH Marybeth Scow, pastor Emerald UMC: 8:30 am Worship with Sunday School. Glenwood City UMC: 9:45 am Worship with Sunday School. Downing UMC: 11 am Worship with Sunday School. WEST IMMANUEL LUTHERAN, ELCA, 447 180th St., Osceola, Pastor Rexford Brandt/Pastor Matt Saarem, Bridge Pastor, www.westimmanuel.org Sunday, June 16-Friday, June 21: Youth Mission Trip to Quad Cities, Adult Mission Trip – Puerto Rico. Wednesday, June 19: 9 am Good Enough Construction Crew, Quilters. Sunday, June 23: 10 am Worship; 11:30-2:30 pm Retirement Celebration Fellowship Lunch and Open House in Honor of Pastor Rex & Janet Brandt. WORD OF LIFE FELLOWSHIP, Clear Lake Patricia and Harlen Wienke, pastors Sunday: 10 am Worship. Tuesday: 9 am Healing Rooms by appointment. Wednesday: 7 pm Adult Bible Study.
CELEBRATING
30 Years of Ministry Please join us for a
RETIREMENT CELEBRATION honoring
Pastor Rex and Janet Brandt Sunday, June 23, 2019 West Immanuel Lutheran Church 447-180th Street Osceola, WI 54020 The celebration will begin during our morning Worship Service at 10 a.m. and continue with a Fellowship Lunch & Open House from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Outdoor Mass Brat Fest Sunday June 30 Sponsored by Apple River Knights of Columbus
Michael Park, Amery Mass starting at 10:30 a.m. Celebrated by Fr. Gene Murphy of St. Joseph Catholic Church Assisted by Deacon Larry Amell
All are welcome! Bring a lawn chair
Petting Zoo for all ages!
We will have a special blessing for all live pets and stuffed animals present at Mass!
Brat Fest at 11:30 a.m. •Brats/Hot Dogs, beans, chips, beverage, dessert (free will donation) •Proceeds will help fund youth, church & community activities •Youth activities •Special music for your fun and enjoyment (At St. Joseph Catholic Church in case of rain, no pets)
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Charles (Chuck) Allen Lemme
Gale Raymond Krause
On June 11, 2019, Charles (Chuck) Allen Lemme a few weeks shy of 97 years old, went home to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Chuck was born on July 18, 1922 to Carl and Alma (Houge) Lemme in Thompson, IA. He was the elder b brother of Vernon and Paul. C Chuck was baptized into the C Christian faith on July 30, 11922. Youngest in his class, h he graduated from high sschool at age 16. He was a p part of the “Greatest Gene eration.” Many young men sserved as soldiers in WWII; o others were classified “ “Necessary to farm labor.” C Chuck served his country b by feeding the soldiers. He met the love of his life on eight wheels. Chuck and Mildred Thompson didn’t “cut a rug” on the dance floor. Instead, they waltzed on roller skates. Chuck and Millie were married September 12, 1942. Even after the little ones arrived, they could be found of skates, pushing the baby carriage around the rink. The young couple farmed with Chuck’s father for several years until working on their own farm in Iowa. After falling in love with Interstate Park on their wedding trip, the couple relocated their family to Amery at the close of 1959. A quiet and humble man, Chuck’s life revolved around church, family, work, community, and helping others. The family remembers that people in a crisis, big or small, could rely on Chuck to help them solve the problem, whether it was pulling a stranger out of the ditch in the middle of the night or helping a fellow farmer with the milking. Chuck volunteered many hours helping to build both First Lutheran and Our Savior’s churches. Chuck also enjoyed the comradery and service during his years with the Lions Club. Treasuring his memory and love are children, Allen (Laura) Lemme of Hillsboro, IL; Marianne (Danny) Stewart of Astor, FL; Janet (Rod) Everson of Andover, MN; John (Albie) Lemme of Bringham City, UT; and Daryl (Meg) Lemme of Amery, and grandchildren, Laura (Scott) Sjogren, Michael (Leta Miller) Lemme, and Mandy (Jeff Hill) Lemme of Amery; Leah (Jake) Greene of Raleigh, NC, and Shannon (John) Boerckel of Litchfield, IL. Eight great-grandchildren are also remembering their Papa. Funeral Services will be held at 11 AM on Tuesday, June 18, 2019 at the First Lutheran Church in Amery with Pastor Keith Ruehlow officiating. Visitation will be held from 4 - 7 PM on Monday at the Williamson-White Funeral Home in Amery. Interment will take place immediately following the service at the Amery Cemetery. To sign an online guest book and view a video tribute please visit www.williamsonwhite.com Arrangements were entrusted to the Williamson-White Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 222 Harriman Avenue North Amery, Wisconsin 54001.
Gale Raymond Krause, age 93, of Balsam Lake, Wisconsin, formerly of White Bear Lake, Minnesota passed away on Sunday, June 9, 2019 at the Golden Age Manor in Amery. Gale was born on November 18, 1925 in Duluth, Minn nesota. During High School, h he enlisted in the United S States Army for World War III and then in the United S States Air Force for Korea. H He was later honorably d discharged. Gale was an a avid reader photographer, h history buff and an amatteur beer brewer although h his first attempts were on tthe chunky side. Gale is survived by his daughter, Stephanie (Lynn) of Balsam Lake and a brother, Jerry of St. Cloud as well as many nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his wife, Esther; a son, Doug Caya; a daughter, Katie; a sister, Sally and a brother Gary. A graveside service will be held at 10:30 AM on Tuesday, June 25, 2019 at the Union Cemetery (Hwy 96 & 61) in White Bear Lake, Minnesota. The family wishes to thank the staff at Golden Age Manor in Amery for the wonderful care in his finals years and his final days. To sign an online guest book please visit www. williamsonwhite.com Arrangements were entrusted to the Williamson-White Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 222 Harriman Avenue North Amery, Wisconsin 54001.
Bette Elmer Bette Elmer, age 65 of Amery died on Monday, June 17, 2019 at her home in Amery. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, June 25, 2019 from Trinity Lutheran Church in Amery. Burial will be at the Trinity Lutheran Cemetery in rural Amery, WI. Visitation for Bette Elmer will be from 4 to 8 p.m. on Monday at the Williamson-White Funeral Home in Amery and 1 hour prior to services at the church for further information and to sign on line guest book, please visit www.williamsonwhite. com. Arrangements are being made with the Wiliamson-White Funeral Home and Cremation Services in Amery.
Wisconsin sees spike in interest in wind energy production MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Wisconsin is seeing growing interest in wind energy as production costs decline and utilities look toward renewable energy. Michael Vickerman, policy director for clean energy nonprofit RENEW Wisconsin, told Wisconsin Public Radio that three wind projects are being considered in the state’s southwestern region. “Those three prospects account for about more than 300 megawatts of wind generation,” Vickerman said. “To put that in perspective, that’s about 40% of what’s operating today in the state of Wisconsin.” The state currently produces
about 737 megawatts of wind, which accounts for 3% of electricity generated in Wisconsin. PRC Wind, a Minneapolis-based wind energy company, recently proposed a project to construct 100 megawatts of wind energy in Montfort. Another wind project proposed by EDF Renewables, an American subsidiary of a French company, has been met with opposition in Green County. The plan would bring 24 wind turbines near the town of Jefferson. Residents have voiced concerns about potential health issues from living next to the turbines. Many utilities that have pledged
to reduce carbon emissions are investing in wind energy, Vickerman said. “Just about all the electric utilities in Wisconsin now have committed themselves anywhere from 40-100% carbon reduction by a particular date,” he said. John Hensley, vice president of research and analytics for the American Wind Energy Association, said the cost of wind production has dropped since 2009. Power purchase agreements between a wind project and an electricity buyer remain at low prices, around $20 per megawatt hour or 2 cents per kilowatt hour, Hensley said.
GOP finishes budget edits, inserts $321 million tax cut BY TODD RICHMOND ASSOCIATED PRESS
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — The Legislature’s Republican-controlled finance committee finished revising Democratic Gov. Tony Evers’ state budget Thursday, wrapping up its work by pasting a $321 million income tax cut plan into the document. Evers had included an $833.6 million income tax cut in the budget, funded mostly by all-but eliminating a tax credit program for manufacturers. Committee Republicans erased it in favor of their own proposal, frustrating Democrats on the panel. Republican Rep. John Nygren, the committee’s co-chair, responded that the GOP is making cuts without raising taxes on manufacturers. They would cover the reductions through expected increases in state revenue. The Republican plan calls for reducing the second-lowest income tax bracket, resulting in a $321.5 million cut. Taxpayers would see an average cut of $75 in tax year 2019 and $77 in tax year 2020. Filers who make between $125,000 and $300,000 would see a $95 reduction, the biggest cut for any filers. Republicans had floated plans for a $400 million middle-class tax cut earlier this week but never offered any details. The income tax cut in the budget is about $80 million short of that initial concept. But the GOP plan also shifts about $60 million from the state’s general fund to increase property tax credits offered through the state lottery. The committee also approved a separate bill that would require online vendors like Amazon to collect and remit sales taxes from third-party sellers in perpetuity. The new revenue would go to cover additional reductions in the two lowest income tax brackets. All told, Republicans said Thursday’s actions will provide more than $500 million in total tax relief and an average per person income tax reduction of $136 by 2020. The online vendor bill still must pass the full Legislature and Evers must sign it into law before it can take effect, however. In other final budget actions Thursday, committee Republicans scratched an Evers proposal to place a new tax on electronic cigarettes and vaping products equal to 71 percent of the product’s list price. They instead imposed a sales tax of 5 cents per milliliter of liquid used in the product. The tax is expected to generate about $5.5 million over the biennium, about $23.7 million less than under Evers’ plan, according to the nonpartisan Legislative Fiscal Bureau. Republicans also dumped an Evers proposal to prohibit businesses from using Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation tax credits, grants and loans to reduce net employment in Wisconsin or move jobs out of the state. WEDC is in charge of job creation for Wisconsin and this year approved more than $3.1 billion a year in tax credits, grants, loans and bonds. Its handling of those awards, especially its tracking of companies in default, has been under scrutiny for years. A state audit last month revealed that Madison-based medical diagnostics firm Exact Sciences Corporation received about $61,000 in tax credits for jobs created outside of Wisconsin. The audit also found that national retail chain Walgreens received $462,000 in tax credits even though it lost 17 jobs. The budget goes next to the full Senate and Assembly. Both houses must pass an identical version of the spending plan before it can go back to Evers’ desk. The governor can sign the document into law as-is, veto the entire thing or use his partial veto powers to rewrite the document. Assembly Speaker Robin Vos said he anticipates a vote on the budget in his house on June 25. Senate Majority Leader Scott Fitzgerald said he expects a vote in his chamber later that week. Evers spokeswoman Melissa Baldauff didn’t immediately respond to an email seeking comment.
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NOODLES AND BEEF STEW Combine in bowl: 1/2 pound of beef tip round steak, cut into 1” pieces 1 tsp. lemon juice Add and toss above to coat: 1 T. flour Add and brown in skillet until done over moderate heat, stirring occasionally: 2 T. butter the coated beef Cook according to directions: 1 pound egg noodles Remove the beef with slotted spoon and put into a bowl. Add to the skillet, cook and stir until just tender: 1 small onion, thinly sliced 1/2 pound mushrooms, cut into eighths Add and simmer for 1 minute: 1/4 c. dry red wine or water Add, combine, and simmer for 3 minutes: 1/4 c. beef broth 1 T. water 1 tsp. paprika Salt and pepper to taste Add the cooked beef, stir and heat until hot. Serve over the cooked noodles. Serves 3-4. Hint: If you don’t have round steak, use ground beef or venison. Rhubarb is flourishing now. Make this tasty pie and everyone will rave about it. It needs to cool for at least 2 hours.
PEACHY RHUBARB PIE You will need two crusts for this pie. If storebought, soften according to directions. Put one pie crust into a deep-dish pie plate. Combine in bowl: 1 c. sugar 3/4 c. brown sugar 3 T. quick-cooking tapioca 1 tsp. cinnamon dash of salt 1/2 c. orange juice Put onto the pie crust: 2 c. chopped fresh rhubarb (or frozen, partially thawed) Sprinkle half of the sugar mixture on top of the rhubarb. Put on top: 3 fresh medium peaches, peeled and chopped (or use 3 c. frozen sliced peaches, chopped) Sprinkle the rest of the sugar mixture on top of the peaches. Put the second crust on top of the pie. Flute the edges, cut several slits in the top crust to vent the steam. Bake at 375˚ for 35 minutes. Meanwhile combine: 1 c. chopped pecans 3/4 c. coconut 2 T. brown sugar 3 T. melted butter Remove the baked pie and put the above mixture on top of the crust. Return to oven and bake another 10 minutes or until golden brown. Remove and put onto wire rack to cool at least 2 hours. When serving, if you wish, add some ice cream on top or alongside or a dollop of whipped cream/frozen whipped topping, thawed, on top of the piece of pie. This gelatin dessert is full of tasty treats. Make it before needing it because it needs to be refrigerated.
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HOMEMADE RANCH DRESSING Combine in bowl with whisk until smooth: 1 c. mayonnaise 1/4 c. buttermilk 1 tsp. white vinegar 1 garlic clove, minced 1 tsp. minced fresh dill 1/8 tsp. sugar 1/8 tsp. salt 1/8 tsp. pepper Makes 1 cup. Serve or cover and chill until ready to serve. Tips: Let your cooked meat rest a little before slicing. It will retain the juices for a more flavorful meat. After blanching vegetables, immediately dip in ice water to maintain the best color of the vegetable. To keep fresh basil longer, put stems in cool water and leave on the counter instead of the refrigerator.
THREE LAYER BERRY LEMON TRIFLE You will need 40 vanilla wafers for this recipe. Whip together in bowl for 2 minutes: 2-1/2 c. cold milk 2 pkgs. (3.4 oz. ea.) lemon flavored instant pudding Stir in: 1-1/2 c. frozen whipped topping, thawed Combine in bowl to make 4 c. berries: sliced strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, etc. Reserve about 1/2 c. berries for the top of the trifle. Put 21 wafers in bottom and up sides of a trifle bowl (or 2-1/2 qt. clear bowl). Layer in order: 1/3 of each – pudding, berries, wafers Last layer will be topped with more frozen whipped topping and garnish with the rest of the berries. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving. Serves up to 8-12 or more depending on amount served to each person. This is a recipe to make your own Ranch dressing. It makes a nice dressing for salads or to drizzle on fresh
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THE POSTSCRIPT
Coconut Head BY CARRIE CLASSON
I’ve got a good friend, Ayo, who told me, “Don’t use your head to break a coconut.” As I wrote about in my memoir, Blue Yarn, I lived in Lagos, Nigeria, for almost four years, and I met Ayo there. Ayo is a very smart woman and a voracious reader and she is full of good advice. Ayo is what they describe in Nigeria as Carrie Classon “a serious person.” A serious person in Nigeria is one you can trust, someone who can be relied upon. The advice Ayo generally gives, however, annoys me because it challenges the way I think. “Have you considered going on YouTube?” Ayo asked me. My impression of YouTube video blogs (or “vlogs”) was that they were made by hyperactive young men with lots of tattoos. It an-
noyed me that Ayo thought I should do something so totally out of my comfort zone. She persisted. “People are hungry for distraction. Even your cat waving its tail will get viewers.” Now I was mildly insulted. She seemed to be implying I was almost as interesting as a cat’s behind. Plus, the whole idea scared the heck out of me. But then I saw a vlog put up by a woman at least fifteen years older than me. She told a funny story about a marmot and I thought, “Wow. I could do that. That would actually be fun.” So, I am going to start a vlog (once I figure out how to run the camera!) I’ll let you know how it all turns out. Then, more recently, I told Ayo everything I was working on and she said, “Don’t burn yourself out. Give yourself permission to stop. Don’t use your head to break a coconut.” This really annoyed me. I was working hard—wasn’t that what I was supposed to be doing? What did Ayo know? Only after I thought about it for a while
did I realize that what Ayo knows is that I am a perfectionist—because she is one as well. When I was growing up, my father would sometimes say: “Just do your best.” I know he meant well, but I found this advice terrifying. What was my best? Couldn’t I always do a little bit better? In school, I read about a fellow named Pheidippides who ran the first marathon to Athens to let them know about the victory they had won in battle. He delivered his news and died. “Okay,” I thought, “there’s a guy who did his best.” And now here’s Ayo, with her smarty pants advice, telling me I’m breaking coconuts with my head, when I’m thinking if I just try a little harder—if I do my best—I can almost certainly pack one more thing into my day. But as I looked at my schedule, I realized I was working hard without really focusing on what was important. Instead of questioning whether something needed to be done, I would beat myself up by asking, “What? Are you
too lazy?” Ayo made me realize that I’m not lazy. I was just using my head for the wrong sorts of things. So now I’m trying to do better. It’s liberating to realize I don’t have to do everything at once. It’s great to realize there are things I don’t need to do at all. When I’m not racing towards Athens, I’m actually more productive and I certainly enjoy myself a lot more. And I’m keeping that image of a coconut handy, for the next time I get tempted. (Of course, I won’t admit this to Ayo.) Till next time, Carrie Carrie Classon’s memoir, “Blue Yarn: A Memoir About Loss, Letting Go, & What Happens Next,” was just released. Learn more at CarrieClasson.com.
SELF HELP GROUPS Advance Directive Workshop. Who would make your healthcare decisions in the event you are unable to? How would this person know what decisions you would want made? Learn more about Advance Directives and how to complete them. Free Advance Directive Workshop will be held the first Wednesday of the month from 10-11 a.m. Wisconsin and Minnesota Advance Directives will be available. Call St. Croix Regional Medical Education Services at 715-483-0431 or 800-642-1336 ext. 2431 to register. Alanon/Alateen (for family and friends of alcoholics) meets Thursday nights 7-8 p.m. at First Lutheran church, Amery. 715-268-8362. Alcoholics Anonymous meets every Monday 7 p.m., Wednesday 10 a.m., Thursday 7 p.m., Friday 7 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m., Sunday 7 p.m. at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, 217 Deronda St., Amery. 715-781-4380 Jason. Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) Tuesdays 7 p.m. at Clear Lake Community Center, VFW Room 123. Richard 715-554-7277, Teresa 612-636-3244. Alcoholics Anonymous meets Monday at noon B.B., Thursdays 10 a.m. at Parkview Methodist church, Turtle Lake. Contact Mike 715-986-2457. Alzheimer’s Support Group. First Wednesday of the month 10 a.m. at Amery Senior Center. Last Tuesday of month 1 p.m. at Good Sam Nursing Home. Sharlene Bellefaille 715-635-6601. Baby & Me. Weekly play and discussion hour for parents and their infants (birth to 12 months). Wednesdays 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Amery Hospital & Clinic, BirthDay Suites Waiting Room. Join at any time. No charge. The Baby Bistro: Breastfeeding Support Group. This free support group encourages, helps and supports women before, during and after breastfeeding. Led by a certified breastfeeding counselor, who is also a registered nurse and a mother of four, attendees learn from, share with, and support other mothers who are breastfeeding. Pregnant women who are considering breastfeeding are strongly encouraged to attend. Every Wednesday from 9 to 10:30 a.m. at Amery Hospital & Clinic, Boardroom, 2nd floor. No fee, no registration required, just stop by. Breast Feeding Support Group. All nursing mothers and babies are invited to participate. Group meets the second Thursday of the month from 10-11:30 a.m. and the fourth Thursday of the month from 6:30-8 p.m. at St. Croix Regional Medical Center. An International Board Certified Lactation Consultant will facilitate the group. Call 715-483-0431 or 800-642-1336 ext. 2431. No charge. C.H.A.D.D. (Children with Attention Deficit Disorder). Parent support group meets the fourth Monday of each month at Firstar Bank board room, Cumberland, 7 p.m. For information call Pat Skinner at
715-822-8422 and leave message. Cancer, Grief & Depression Support Group. A support group to allow people to talk about their experiences with cancer, grief and depression as well as share mutual support to one another. Second Tuesday of every month at Amery Area Community Center at 1 p.m. You can join at any time and it is free and open to the public. Cancer Support Group meets the second Tuesday of the month at the Amery Public Library at 6 p.m. Caregiver Support Group meets the third Tuesday of every month from 2-3:30 p.m. at the Peace Lutheran Church in Dresser. Contact Barb at ADRC of NW WI at 877-485-2372 for more information. Compassionate Friends, Tri- County Chapter meets the first Monday of each month at 7 p.m. First Lutheran church, Clear Lake. This group offers support and understanding to families who are grieving the death of a child of any age, from any cause. For more information call 715-263-2739 Domestic Violence (DV) and Sexual Assault (SA) Support Groups and Services. Polk County - S.T.A.R.S. (Surviving Trauma Advocacy Resource Group) Monday 4-5 p.m. in Amery, Tuesday 6-7 p.m. in Osceola, Wednesday 2-3 p.m. in Milltown and Thursday 6-7 p.m. in Milltown. Domestic Violence Education Class every other Wednesday from 10-noon in Milltown. Burnett County - Monday 4-5 p.m. 715-349-7272. Barron County - Thursday 5:30-6:30 p.m. 715-651-4969. For more information call CRA 715-825-4414 or the 24 hour crisis line 1-800-261-7233. All groups are held every week unless noted. Child care is available with some groups. Ask your facilitator prior to the group meeting. Early Stage Alzheimer Support Group. For the diagnosed person and their caregiver. Challenges in early-stage dementia will be discussed, along with therapeutic benefits of family involvement. Sponsored in part by the American Alzheimer’s Association. Meetings are free of charge and open to the public, held at the Amery Centennial Hall the first Wednesday of each month at 10 a.m. Call 715-268-6605 to register. Epilepsy Foundation of Western Wisconsin. Call 1-800-924-2105. Family Child Care Professionals Network. Meets the third Thursday of each month. Contact Beth Neely at 715-483-1482 for more information. All family child care providers are welcome. Families and Parenting. Milltown Parenting Group meets Wednesdays from 1-2 p.m., Milltown Family Group has dinner from 5-5:30 p.m. and F.U.N. from 5-6 p.m. on Thursdays. For more information call CRA 715-825-4414. All groups are held every week unless noted. Child care is available with some groups. Ask your facilitator prior to the group meeting.
Farm Crisis. Information on financial, mental health, legal, job retraining resources. Call 1-800-942-2474. Golden Age Manor Family Council meets the first Saturday of the month at 10 a.m. in the east wing sunporch. GAM is Polk County’s longest operating longterm healthcare facility. The Family Council’s goal is to enhance the lives of the residents beyond what the staff normally does. Grief Share. Have you lost someone close? Grief Share is a Christian based, non-denominational seminar/support group program that will be meeting at Centennial Hall in Amery every Monday at 1 p.m. For information call Bruce 715-268-2176 or 715-268-8360. GriefShare, a non-denominational special help seminar and support group for people experiencing the loss of a loved one is being held at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Amery on Thursdays from 6:30 to 8 p.m. The church is located at 1050 Keller Ave. N. GriefShare features nationally recognized experts on grief recovery topics. Seminar sessions include “Is This Normal?” “The Challenges of Grief,” “Grief and Your Relationships,” “Why?” and “Guilt and Anger.” For more information call St. Joseph Catholic church at 715-268-7717. Head Injury Support Group. Closed head injury, stroke, aneurism or traumatic brain injury which affects your daily living? Learn to cope with your disabilities, provide insight and camaraderie. Second Friday of each month 2-3:30 p.m. Frederic Public Library. Contact Julie Martin 715-327-4474. Memory Cafe. Do you or your loved one have memory concerns or early signs of dementia? Join us at the Amery Memory Cafe where individuals with memory concerns and their care partners, family and friends can laugh, learn and stay connected in a safe atmosphere. The Memory Cafe meets at the Amery Area Community Center the 3rd Thursday of each month from 1-2:30 p.m. Please RSVP to Barb at the ADRC of NW WI at 877-485-2372. Memory Cafe is free to attend, and coffee and snacks are provided. Moms in Prayer International. •Two or more women who meet regularly to pray for their children, their schools, their teachers and administrators. •Mothers, grandmothers or anyone who is willing to pray for a specific child and school. We meet at the Journey Church, 131 Broadway St., Amery, Mondays from 1:302:30 p.m. Contact Jen at 715-268-2223 with questions. (only meets during the school year.) MOPS and MOMsnext (Mothers of Preschoolers) is a group for moms and their kids. Every mom who is pregnant or has a child at home is welcome, accepted, and challenged to meet her potential. Better moms make a better world! For more info go to clmops@hotmail.com. PEPTalk - P(arents)E(ncouraging)P(arents)... exists to encourage, support, and build up a community
of homeschool families in Polk County, Wisconsin. We welcome all types of homeschooling families to check us out! PEPTalk activities happen throughout the month. For more information contact Jenn Dueholm, jenndueholm@yahoo.com or Wendy Dietrich, thedietrichs@amerytel.net. Like us on Facebook under PEPTalk. Polk County Parent-To-Parent Coaliton, a network for parents of children from birth through adulthood who have disabilities or other special needs. For more information about meetings and advocacy support, contact Lynne 715-472-2002. PREGNANT. Need help? Our tests and help are free and confidential. 715-755-BABY (2229). Osceola Life Care Center. Student Assistance Program is for students in the Amery school district who may be having personal or family problems. Strict confidentiality is followed except in cases of danger to self or others. Call 715-2680303 for middle school S.A.P. members or 715-2680214 for high school S.A.P. members. TEENS—Talk before you run. Trained counselors will listen. 1-800-491-8336 or 715-235-8882. TEENCARE. Where teens get help fast. 1-800-4918336. TOPS Club meets Tuesdays 3:30-5 p.m. at the Balsam Lake Municipal Building (under the water tower), Balsam Lake. Contact Sheila 715-857-5892 or just come to a meeting. TOP’s mission is to support our members as they take off and keep off pounds sensibly. Tutors: Free tutors are available to anyone who would like help studying for GED, English as a Second Language (ESL), or with basic skills in reading or math. Call 715-405-7323 to be matched with a local tutor. Weight Loss Club meets Thursdays 8-9 a.m. Our Savior’s Lutheran church, 217 Deronda St., Amery. Bonnie Timm 715-268-2980. Western Wisconsin LYME Education and Support Group meets: fourth Thursday of the month (April through October) at 7 p.m. at Our Savior’s Lutheran church, 217 Deronda St., Amery. (No meetings November through March). Meetings are free of charge and open to the public. For info call Ann 715-268-2856, Paula 715-268-2035, Bonnie 715-268-9557, Sue 715268-6687. Women’s Spiritual Growth Group meets each Thursday from 7-8 p.m. at 931 Pine St., St. Croix Falls. Yoga for Addiction Recovery Y12SR is a 12 step based discussion and yoga practice that is open to anyone and everyone dealing with their own addictive behavior or affected by the addictive behavior of others. All A's are welcome. Great Blue Yoga, 113 Keller Ave N 54001, 6:45 p.m., Tuesdays.
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Clear Lake schools 4th Quarter Honor Roll Grade 12 “A� Honor Roll: Brittany Avery, Bailey Blanchard, Marshall Cain, Korey Catts, Jazmine Christiansen, Alexis Cunningham, Samuel Dusek, Joseph Espeseth, Elizabeth Grahovac, Jackson Heibel, Aleena Krueger, Kasey Larson, Brandtsen Laursen, Gabriella Loenser, Alixander Logan, Maria Canuto, Isaac Pearson, Kate Petersen, Mallory Pigman, Bailey Robl, Evan Rogers, Emma Schmidt, Aubree Schramski, Nick Sempf-Nyren, Jasmine Tucker, Abby Warner, Megan Zimmer. “B� Honor Roll: Tucker Bell, Eduardo Garcia, Bryce Hacker, Croix Hughes, Kincaid Hughes, Jeremy Kuhn, Chelsey Paulson. Second Semester “Straight A� Students: Brittany Avery, Bailey Blanchard, Korey Catts, Alexis Cunningham, Joseph Espeseth, Jackson Heibel, Kasey Larson, Kate Petersen, Bailey Robl, Evan Rogers, Emma Schmidt, Nick Sempf, Abby Warner, Megan Zimmer.
Grade 11 “A� Honor Roll: Taylor Atkins, Abby Aune, Jalyn Bad Horse, Kenedi Brenne, Alex Burbach, Nichole Catts, Lilyan Hacker, Samantha Haley, Ryan Hayden, Mason Iverson, Samantha Kelly, Natalie Kreier, Michael Lillie, Peyton Lillie, Kaylee Madison, Cameryn Matson, Kiley Mott, Julianna Rosen, Maggie Rosen, Rayne Vangsness, Jassmyn Warner, Madison Zimmer. “B� Honor Roll: Brett Benson, Rhianna Campion, Will Fitzer, Westan Iverson, Elizabeth Larson, Jarrett Marlett, Tianna Mielke, Jesse Rogers, Ivan Ruble, Colton Stahl, Jackson Steinberger. Second Semester “Straight A� Students: Kenedi Brenne, Alex Burbach, Nichole Catts, Samantha
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“A� Honor Roll: Halle Carlson, Blake Espeseth, Abigail Keller, Shane Larson, Julia McIntire, Hannah Monson, Joseph O’Connor, Ellen Paatalo, John Pearson, Molly Petersen, Kierra Pickard, Kaylee Sunday, Mackenzie Ward. “B� Honor Roll: Mariah Anderson-Nelson, Jackson Fuller, Angel Guillen, Teagan Iverson, Lydia Mara, Eddie Monette, Rachel Sanftner, Alexander St. John, Wyatt Steinberger, Vivian Tulgren, Kasey Ziemer. Second Semester “Straight A� Students: Shane Larson, John Pearson, Kierra Pickard, Kaylee Sunday.
“A� Honor Roll: Bailey Alvermann, Jacob Burbach, Will Cain, Karlee Groat, Aaron Hayden, Karl Kobernick, Derek Kreier, Andrew Lawson, Abigail Monson, Morgan Monson, Teagan Monson, Kelli Niles, Mason Olson, Lukas Paulson, Hunter Pickard, Wyatt Reindahl, Caitlin Ritterpusch, Klaire Steinberger. “B� Honor Roll: Sophie Anderson, Andrew Campion, Carter Carlson, Zoey Duden, Brock Hauck, Marissa Hernandez, Delaney Johnson, Efren Ramos, Carly Siler. Second Semester “Straight A� Students: Bailey Alvermann, Karlee Groat, Karl Kobernick, Abigail Monson, Kelli Niles, Lukas Paulson, Hunter Pickard, Wyatt Reindahl, Caitlyn Ritterpusch, Klaire Steinberger.
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“A� Honor Roll: Isabella Anderson, Jed Arduser, Ellie Cress, Tristan Erickson, Abby Everts, Kellyn Hayden, Lyla Jarchow, Eddie Johnson, Lucia Meissner, Kylie Monson, Brenna Peterson, Kate Rosen, Tena Schoggins, Ericka Strenke, Elizabeth Tronrud. “B� Honor Roll: Royce Brogan, Blake Harris, Lance Kolba, Annabelle Lawson, Tyler Sunday. Second Semester “Straight A� Students: Kellyn Hayden, Lyla Jarchow, Lucia Meissner, Kate Rosen, Tena Schoggins, Ericka Strenke, Elizabeth Tronrud.
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AMERY AREA COMMUNITY CENTER ATTENTION MEMBERS!!! Do you like to bake but don’t want to eat all of your creations?? I have the solution for you! Our annual Vendor and Bake sale is coming up on June 29th! We are looking for members to bake some yummy treats and donate them to the sale. Please email Jen at aaccjen@outlook.com or call to let us know if you can bake something. Are you not so much of a baker? Still want to donate? We are also going to have a baking day at the center, so, if you want to donate some baking items such as four, sugar, butter, eggs, oil, cake or brownie mix, we would love that, too! We are also looking for vendors that love to craft or have a business they want to promote. Call 715-298-6605 or email for more information. • Do you volunteer around our community? Did you know that by telling us your volunteer hours it helps gain grant dollars by showing how active our members are? Please email Jen at aaccjen@ outlook.com or call 715-268-6605 with your hours each month, thank you! • Circuit Breaker Members, every month you pay your $10 you will get a punch on our new card and after you have paid for 5 months you get 1 month FREE! That means you will receive 2 FREE
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We always have people asking if there is anything we need here at the Center. We can always use things like stamps, cards, toilet paper, cleaning supplies & baking supplies. We also take rummage sale items all year long. • Tuesday June 11th Pool winners were Mary Fisher in first, Gary Snelling placed second, Carl Johnson took third, Al Frank placed fourth and Loren Bavin with the consolation prize. • Wednesday June 12th Bridge winners are Patty Talbot in first, and Lou Molnar placed second and Steve Berestka took third. • Thursday June 13th Pool winners are Gary Snelling placed first, Mary Fisher took second, Jean Frank placed third, Carl Johnson placed fourth and Les Peterson with the consolation prize. Congratulations to all! Amanda Fisk, Director Jen Tyman, Assistant Director
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Amery Woman’s Club host 42nd Annual Art and Craft Fair
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Brady Flowers and his team from Photo Letter Art won the Best in Show Award at the 42nd Amery Woman’s Club Art and Craft Fair. The original photographs of unique forms of letters, numbers, and objects are selected by shoppers to create artistic words or sayings. Presenting the award are Amery Woman’s Club Members, Marj Kugler, far left and Marty Rickard, far right.
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Sheeran Gallagher, Julie Andersen, Kate Bevington, Nell Anderson and non-traditional Scholarship winner from 2018, Dondi Kuhn are shown working at the 42nd Annual Amery Woman’s Club Art and Crafts Fair. Beautiful weather was a fine accompaniment to over 80 vendors at North Park’s successful event. APRIL ZIEMER|AMERY FREE PRESS
Jewelry was a popular item for shoppers at Saturday’s Art and Crafts fair.
Free class opportunity Making decisions about cataract surgery Do you or someone you know have cataracts? Ophthalmologist Adam Goddard from Associated Eye Care will talk about the signs and symptoms of cataracts, planning and undergoing cataract surgery, and what to expect for recovery.
DATE: Thursday, June 20 TIME: 5 to 6 p.m. LOCATION: Amery Hospital & Clinic To register, visit healthpartnerslocalcare.org or call 715-268-0290.
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We would like to give a heartfelt thanks to the people of Amery who supported the 42nd Annual Amery Woman’s Club Art and Craft Fair this year. The weather cooperated with us and the 80 plus Artists and Crafters were pleased with the crowds and their sales. The many shoppers were able to make their art and craft purchases, enjoy food options and spend a beautiful day with family and friends. The City of Amery deserves thanks for allowing us to use North Park, a beautiful setting enjoyed by the vendors and shoppers alike. We had tremendous support from local businesses including: Dick’s Fresh Market, Sports and More, Amery Free Press, Lampert Lumber, Raska Sewer Service and all of the Amery businesses that allowed us to place our posters in their stores and shops. Mary Lou Olson once again did a wonderful job with the city signs publicizing the Fair. The Police Department kept a watchful eye over the vendors units, which were set up the night before. The City Employees, including Bones and Duane, went above and beyond to assist the Amery Woman’s Club Members with set up and clean up. Amery can be proud to have them as caretakers of ourCity. Our biggest thanks goes to the many of you, the people of the Amery Area, who came out and supported the artists, crafters, and food vendors to make it a Fair that people keep attending year after year. Your support of the Fair this year has allowed us the opportunity to award $3,250 in scholarships to local women, including high school students for college and leadership and non-traditional adult students. Your generosity over the years makes us proud to be an active service organization for the Amery Community. Living the Volunteer Spirit, Julie Andersen and Nell Anderson Amery Woman’s Club Art and Craft Fair Co-Chairs
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Clayton’s Cheese Days a hit with young and old alike
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The Clayton Marching Bears, directed Danielle Zebro, received loud applause as they led the way through town.
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Clayton marked the Amery Cadet Band’s first marched parade of the season. They will march in Clear Lake on June 29th, as will Amery’s High School band.
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The outgoing Clayton royalty give a final farewell during Saturday’s parade.
Little Princess candidates Chloe Schnell, Isabella Dosch and Kennedy Moore practice their waves in anticipation of the upcoming parade season.
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Amanda Grant and Brynn Swagger were crowned as Clayton’s new Princesses for the upcoming year.
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AMERY AREA PUBLIC LIBRARY Summer Reading Is Coming! Registration for this summer's reading program, A Universe of Stories, begins Monday, June 10. Read or listen to books this summer and track your time to earn prizes and a free book! Family Performance Series: Get ready for some fun and exciting family shows this summer! The library will be hosting lots of great performers: Wildlife Science Center, Rocket Into Reading (The Magic of Isaiah), The LEGO Guy, ScienceTellers, PowerUp, Launch & Light, and COMPAS Teaching Artist Afoutayi. Check our website or program guide for more information. Some performances require registration. Check our program guide or website for more information, including dates, times, location, and registration info. Pipsqueak Plutos Storytime: Babies & Toddlers (Mondays 10:30). Starting June 10. Stories, fingerplays, rhymes, and songs for babies & toddlers. Weather permitting, storytime will be outside on the grassy area behind the library. In inclement weather, we'll be in the storytime room. Summer Feeding Program: Kids & Teens (Mondays). Enjoy a free picnic lunch at the library! More details coming soon! This program is made possible by the Amery School District. Yoga for Kids: All ages (Wednesdays 9:30). Starting June 19. Stretch your muscles and calm your mind with yoga for ids. Yoga mats provided by the library for use during the program. Mini Martians Storytime: Ages 3-6 (Wednesdays 10:30). Starting June 12. Let your imagination soar with stories, rhymes, songs, and a fun, space-themed craft.
Space Bingo: All ages (Some Fridays 10 am). Try your luck at Space Bingo for your chance to win prizes. Check program guide or website for dates. Teen Movies & Pizza: Teens Grades 6-12 (Some Fridays 3 pm). Hang out, eat pizza, and watch a movie! Check our program guide or website for dates & movie info. Registration required. Register on our website amerylibrary.org/ teens. 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten and Baby Book Bees These ongoing early literacy initiatives encourage families to establish a strong foundation of reading in young children. Visit the library to sign up for the program that is right for your child. Summer Learning Program for Adults: Registration for the Adult Summer Reading Program opens on June 10th! Sign up at the Circulation Desk or on our website, and enter to win prizes all summer long. All entries are eligible for a Grand Prize. The Amery Area Public Library is also hosting three stellar programs related to this year's theme: A Universe of Stories! All are FREE EVENTS with NO REGISTRATION required. Wednesday, July 31st @ 5:30 PM: The Man Who Painted the Universe Follow the story of Frank A. Kovac, Jr. from his childhood fascination with stargazing to repeated attempts to build his own planetarium in the North Woods of Wisconsin. Thursday, August 8th @ 5:30 PM, Women Who Stargaze: Be inspired by the women who persisted as astronomers and how they shaped our view of the Cosmos.
Third Thursday: Constellation String Art Thursday, June 20th, 5:30 PM-7 PM at the Amery Area Public Library. This month we're making Constellation String Art! We'll paint and draw constellations on wood boards, and finish the project off with string art. The class is FREE but registration is required-go to our website to register. 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 July is Blue Labyrinth by Preston & Child. Book sales The Friends of the Library Book Sale will be held on Saturday, July 6th from 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM. There will be no sale on Thursday (July 4th) due to the Independence Day Holiday. Friends The Friends of the Amery Area Public Library Foundation meets on the third Monday of the month at 4:30 PM. Meetings are open to all members and to the public. E-books, e-audiobooks and digital magazines Your MORE library card gives you access to the Overdrive collection of e-books, e-audiobooks, and streaming videos; the Freading collection of e-books; and the Flipster downloadable magazine collection. Check out the website Check out the library website at amerylibrary.org, or find us on Facebook at facebook.com/amerylibrary. Hours Library hours are Monday through Thursday 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM, Friday 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM, and Saturday 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
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Dog Park Donation Pictured are: Henry Stephenson, Store Manager Dick’s Fresh Market, Samantha Shires, Asst. Front End Manager Dick’s Fresh Market, Alyssa Young, Front End Manager Dick’s Fresh Market, Kacey King, Cashier Dick’s Fresh Market and Gregg Rochester, Director of Amery Dog Park. Alyssa Young and Samantha Shires rounded up their cashiers to raise money to help the Amery Dog Park for only a week long. Kacey King from Amery raised the most money per working hour with a total of $249.82. Abigail Johnson from Clear Lake raised $233.10 and Courtney Wilson from Amery raised $161.64. The Amery Dog Park will be starting work on the fence very shortly, and are getting very close to their goal.
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Wednesday, June 19– Breakfast: Lumberjack, Cereal, String Cheese, Fresh Fruit, Juice-Variety, Milk Choice. Lunch: Hot Ham & Cheese, Mixed Veggies, Garden Bar, Fresh Fruit, Fresh Strawberries, Milk Choice.
Thursday, June 20– Breakfast: Maple Pancake Coins, Banana Bancake Coins, Cereal, String Cheese, Fresh Fruit, JuiceVariey, Milk Choice. Lunch: Pizza Dippers, Marinara Sauce, Steamed Broccoli, Fresh Fruit, Garden Bar, Fresh Blueberries, Milk Choice.
Friday, June 21– Breakfast: Cheese Egg Bake with Fresh Toast Sticks, Cereal, String Cheese, Fresh Fruit, Juice-Variety, Milk Choice. Lunch: Popcorn Chicken, Mashed Potatoes, Gravy, Corn, Garden Bar, Fresh Fruit, Fresh Kiwi, Milk Choice.
Monday, June 24– Breakfast: Breakfast Pizza, Cereal, String Cheese, Fresh Fruit, Juice-Variety, Milk Choice. Lunch: Baked Chicken Drummy, Garlic Toast, Scalloped Potatoes, Garden Bar, Fresh Fruit, Apples, Milk Choice. Picnic at the Library: Ham & Cheese Sandwich, Original Sunchips, Fresh Veggies, Fresh Fruit, Milk Choice.
Tuesday, June 25– Breakfast: Assorted Bread, Cereal, String Cheese, Fresh Fruit, Juice-Variety, Milk Choice. Lunch: Mini Corn Dogs, Baked Beans, Cooked Carrot Coins, Garden Bar, Fresh Fruit, Watermelon, Milk Choice.
Hunter Education –June 24-28 from 8:30-11:30 am. $10, pre-register through Community Ed. Basketball Skills & Drills Camp for boys & girls completing grades 3-8. July 15-18. Girls 8:30-11:30 am. Boys 1:30-4:30 pm. $75, pre-register through Community Ed. Volleyball 1on1 Camp at AHS for girls completing grades 5-11. Completing grades 8-11 on July 8, 9 & 10 from 8 a - 6 p; $180 for Amery players or $220 for non-Amery. Completing grades 5-7 on July 8 & 10 from 6:30-8 pm; $25. Register online https://tshq. bluesombrero.com/ameryvolleyball. Do not register through Community Ed. Flag Football for youth from Amery and surrounding communities completing grades 1-3 in spring 2019. First contact date August 10. Scrimmages Saturdays and halftime of a Friday night HS game. $50 includes a t-shirt. Register through Community Ed by July 1. Rookie Tackle Football for youth from Amery and surrounding communities completing grades 4-5 in spring 2019. First contact date August 10. Practices twice per week beginning in mid-August with scrimmages Saturdays and halftime of a Friday night HS game. $125 includes a t-shirt & all equipment. Register through Community Ed by July 1.
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W tli A IIntensive t i Camp C f wrestlers tl Wrestling – Amery for completing grades 4-11 in spring 2019. Technical skills, live wrestling, drilling, running, weight lifting & cross training. July 16-17-18 from 6-8 p; $50. Pre-register with Community Ed. Summer Weights & Training at the High School for Amery students completing grades 6-11. From 7-8:30 or 8-9:30 a., M-F. Free. Contact J. Rose at the High School. Strength & Conditioning Summer Camp at the Fitness Center for any youth ages 12-15. M-W-F for 6 weeks; 18 sessions from 12-1 or 1-2 p. Fee $150. Register 715-268-0117.
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Wednesday, June 19– Breakfast: Breakfast Cereal, Cereal Bar or Pop Tart, Fruit Juice, Fruit, Milk Choice. Lunch: “Brunch Lunch�, Cheese Omelet, Sausage, Hash Browns, Dragon Punch, Muffin, Baked Apples, Milk Choice.
Congratulations to Kiki Larson, the most recent graduate of the Amery Area Public Library’s 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten program! And a big shout out to Kiki’s family for reading him 1,000+ books!
Thursday, June 20– Breakfast: French Toast Sticks, Syrup, Yogurt, Fruit Juice, Fruit, Milk Choice. Lunch: Taco in a Bag, Fixings, Refried Beans, Mandarin Oranges, Milk Choice.
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McKenzie Fishing Derby celebrates 16 years The Neil McKenzie Fishing Derby was held on Saturday, June 8th on Deer Lake. Sixteen years running, this right of passage to summer is a hit among those who have an interest in fishing. Some come to the event for their first time and others have been coming for many years. It's the stories that are told along the way that make it worth while for the many volunteers and donors who make it happen. Joyce McKenzie and family organize the event each year in memory of the late Neil McKenzie in hopes of inspiring others to "keep on fishin' and tellin' their stories!" This year a total of 190 folks came together for the event.
CRAPPIE First place - Allyssa Johnson .54 Second place - Morgan Hoverman .42
AGES 10 - 12 SUNFISH First place - Izabella Iwaszko .58 Second place - Jayden Ullman .55 BASS First place - Tony Turner 1.76 Second place - Samantha Johnson 1.67 PERCH First place - Izabella Iwaszko .59
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ROCK BASS First place - Jaxson Ketchum .66 Second place - Autumn Rikkola .60
SUNFISH First place - Vera Michaelson .60 Second place - Levi Bowen .56
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Successful girls with trophies and free rods.
First place - Kai Transue .29 ROCK BASS First place - Hazel Cain .58 Second place - Bentley Stuart .52
Ages 7-9 SUNFISH First place - Sullivan Michaelson .60 Second place - Clara Swanson .51
SUNFISH First place - Brooklin Hoverman .61 (tie) First place - Colten Lozier .61 Second place - Dustin Palewicz .56
BASS First place - Olivia Standfield 1.98 Second place - Nehemiah Saarela 1.43
BASS First place - Avery Stutsman 2.43 Second place - Alex Clampitt 1.49
ROCK BASS First place - Lehney Paulson .54
PERCH First place - Broedy Ketchum .34
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ROCK BASS First place - Owen Drury .30 CRAPPIE First place - Joey Alwine .61 Second place - Violet Tulgren .60
GRAND PRIZE WINNERS: Gazelle tent...Johanna Brott White Bear Country Inn overnight stay...Bob Thompson With a free lunch for all and a lesson or two from the local DNR representative and a group of men who teach kids how to tie a fishing knot, it's all good!
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ARNELL MEMORIAL HUMANE SOCIETY
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Each animal is different. We label them by species, breed, color and coat length, but each one is an individual. An adoptable shelter animal may need an upgrade in manners or diagnosis and treatment for internal parasites. Arnell shelter pets receive whatever is required to make them the best they can be, before they are adopted. For most, that takes less than 30 days. For some, the journey is more complicated and requires a longer stay. Such is the case of Luna, a Pit Bull Terrier-Basset-Bulldog-Beagle Mix puppy. Luna came to the shelter as a five week old puppy, with her mother and five sisters. Once weaned, Mom was adopted to a nice family and the puppies remained until they reached eight weeks. Before that happened, the pups caught a cold virus and as Kindergarteners will do, shared it with each other. The cold spread to an eye infection. A virus lasts seven to ten days and with diligence and care, all of the pups came through the ordeal and were ready for adoption by 10 weeks of age. During a puppy play session, the largest sibling, Luna, sustained a sprained front wrist. While her sisters found homes quickly, Luna remained on kennel rest in hopes of a quick recovery. After three weeks of rest, wrapping the leg, X-rays and laser treatments, Luna was allowed limited freedom on leash. It proved to be too much for the injury; continued kennel rest and a mandatory splint wrapped leg during all activity outside of the kennel was now required. The leg was re-wrapped with each outing as the leg of a puppy is growing rapidly and shouldn’t be restrained constantly for proper development. During it all, sweet Luna remained calm, agreeable and outgoing. She entertained herself in her kennel with squeaky toys, chew bones and carrots (to chew on). She waited patiently for her daily outings and soaked up the love in a lap. Her spirit was not thwarted and she did thrive with grace. As Luna approached four months, a visit to the veterinarian told us that her leg and tendons were mending as we had hoped for, but that three more weeks of confinement was needed for a full recovery. We decided to offer her for adoption with strict instructions for a full recovery in a home of her own. Luna’s face caught the eye of a previous Arnell adopter. She had adopted a Golden Retriever to be a friend to her White Pit Bull Terrier Mix eight years earlier. The Pit Bull now deceased, she thought Luna was a perfect replacement. The need of extra care for Luna’s leg didn’t faze her; whatever she needed, she
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Luna with her adopter.
was willing to do. And so it was to be. After twelve weeks of shelter life, a case of vet wrap and with happy tears, Ms. Luna went home. Dude, Kermit, Leon, Max and Dina, also found fantastic homes. Dogs and Cats still waiting for their turn can be viewed online at our web site: ARNELLHUMANE.ORG. Weather permitting, our Annual Shelter Garage Sale will be this Saturday, June 22. Our sale is held completely outdoors. If rain is predominant in the forecast, the sale will be delayed until the next weekend on Saturday, June 29. Watch our website and Facebook page for updated details. The sale is at the shelter, 185 Griffin St. East in Amery and starts at 9 am, with no early shopping or sales. Our sale is an event. Donations have poured in from friends of the shelter and it is sure to be a fun day of bargain hunting. All of the proceeds from the sale will help us care for pets in need of a second chance for a new life. We hope to see you there. Arnell Memorial Humane Society, 715 268-7387 (PETS).
I have concentrated mainly on plants for your gardens, but there is another side of gardens. Sometimes it is nice to put a little peace, romance or whimsy in the garden. This may come with the layout of your garden in a manner that you come around the corner and there is a peaceful water feature or you may add items to the garden to give a sense of romance or laughter. Maybe it is adding a gnome in a corner under a big leaf, having solar lights that change colors in your garden as dark Garden approaches, a path that leads to a beautiful sitting spot, a pretty dish Variety that gives the butterfly a place to Julie Kuehl, drink, something that catches the wind a creates movement in the Polk County garden. These things can be added Master Gardener with little money and some imagination. Go to the thrift store and see if they have a pretty plate that can serve is a water feature for the birds, maybe some broken ceramic or clay pots can be placed to look as though they tipped over in your garden, and old bicycle can be painted a bright color and set to look as though you were riding through, a small chair can be used to put a basket of flowers on. Think outside the box about what could add something to catch the eye in your garden. We are also coming up on the time when it can be fun to go on an adventure to some of the public gardens. From now until fall the gardens will come into their glory. These are great places for enjoying a walk among the blooms and getting inspirations for your gardens. Take a day to enjoy many of the wonderful public gardens that are around. Some that are fairly close could be – Japanese Friendship Garden at UW – Barron County in Rice Lake; Rose and Lily Gardens in Chippewa Falls; Leif Ericson Rose Garden in Duluth; Marjorie McNeely Conservatory at Como Park in St. Paul; Minnesota Landscape Arboretum in Chaska; or the many gardens in the Madison and Milwaukee areas. Any questions, comments or ideas for a column just let me know at GardenVarietyColumn@gmail. com Happy Gardening! Keep up with your watering and weeding.
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Cardinal Glass donates big bucks for backpacks Cardinal Glass of Amery agreed to match all the funds raised at the Polk County Salvation Army Backpack Fundraiser held on June 7th. This was the 6th year the event was held. Many people attended and helped the organization raise the most funds ever to support the Backpack Program that helps to feed hungry kids during the school year by providing a backpack full of food to kids on the weekends. Cardinal Glass ended up writing a check for $10,639.12! That put the total for the event at just over $27,000 funds raised between donations and sponsors. Fundraising Manager Angela Moulton said, “We are overwhelmed with all the support from our friends and neighbors. To see the County come together to raise funds to help kids in need is overwhelming. I am so thankful for the volunteers, the donors and the community who showed up in a big way to show they cared.” Cardinal Glass is also the home base for the Cattail Moon Band. Folks who play in the band work for Cardinal Glass. The band provides the entertainment and Cardinal Glass matches the funds. To learn more about the Backpack Program you can visit the organizations website at www.saserenityhome.org Pictured Left to Right: Barb Goodlet, Heidi Martin, & Jaime Novak from Cardinal LG and The Cattail Moon Band, Jarret Dorenbush-Cardinal LG Plant Manager, Duana Bremer, Betty Collins and Angela Moulton with The Salvation Army in Polk County.
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DOG PARK Q&A Editor’s note: Amery’s dog park will soon be open for use. In anticipation of its opening, the park’s board will be submitting a series of information to the Free Press to provide information to readers.
Q&A on dog parks Now that we are so close to opening the park you may be coming up with questions about what it will look like and how it will operate. So let’s start at the beginning. Q. What will the Amery Dog Park look like and who will run it? A The park will be a fenced area at the intersection of Minneapolis Avenue and Griffin Street. It will consist of two parts, one for large dogs and one for small ones under. On the Minneapolis Avenue side there will be a safety gate into a leashing/unleashing pen. From there you can enter either the small dog area or the large dog area with your dog off leash. Each separate area will have benches, tables and clean-up stations with bags and cans for dog waste. There will be a portable toilet outside the fence. A water source, landscaping and a shelter will be added in the future. The building of the park is funded by donations. It will be maintained by the city but volunteers will be needed for special events. Q Who can use the park? A The park is open to all vaccinated, healthy, social dogs and their owners with a maximum 2 dogs per handler. Handlers must be at least 16 years old. Dogs are required to be licensed and vaccinated and to wear collars with ID. Aggressive dogs, puppies under 4 months of age, females in heat and sick dogs cannot use the park. If your dog is shy, fearful or inexperienced with other dogs, don’t start her off at the park. Start her off gently 1:1 with a known easy-going dog or a very small group so she can gain confidence. Q What kind of dogs do well at a dog park? A Dogs that are known to be sociable with people and other dogs are the best candidates. If your dog doesn’t meet new people or other dogs much, don’t start him in the park. What does his body language tell you when he sees other dogs? If he’s cautious, fearful or upset, resolve to help him meet lots of friendly dogs and people one to one and treat him generously to make the occasions happy. When he’s more confident try a visit to the park when it’s quiet and see what he tells you. Just like people adult dogs’ social preferences range from highly social to not social at all. If your dog is a loner by nature, honor her preferences and leave her at home. You can always visit the park yourself. If you have questions, consult a force free trainer for advice. Q What do people mean when they speak of dog park etiquette? A It’s the golden rule applied to dog park behavior. DO pick up after your dog follow the rules keep your dog under supervision and control at all times from within the park keep moving inside the park so the dogs don’t clump up and get in trouble step in immediately and help out if you see trouble. Help delayed is usually too late. separate dogs by size. Dogs under 25# can be injured or mistaken for prey by larger dogs. call 911 if there is an emergency
DON’T get distracted socializing or talking on your cell phone. Keep your eyes on your dog bring in food, treats or special toys that could cause a fight allow your dog to bully, herd, pester or roll other dogs. Train her with time outs or take her home. Research has proven that dogs don’t learn anything but fear if we get angry. They learn quickly if they lose some of what they value in an immediate and unemotional time out. bring young children inside the park it’s not safe or appropriate for them Q. What’s the most important thing to know before using the dog park? A How to read dog body language. Dogs communicate with their bodies but beware the myths you grew up with. A wagging tail does not always mean a dog is friendly. A belly-up is sometimes an invitation for a tickle, it’s often a sign of fear. Jumping up can be welcoming behavior or a message to leave that dog alone. Dogs don’t ‘just work it out’ on their own, they often need our help. Anyone can learn to read dog body language. Here are some excellent free resources. Q I’ve heard dog parks can be hazardous. How do I keep myself and my dog safe. There are many opinions about dog parks but very few good statistics. Actual risks to humans and dogs at dog parks are not high but neither are they well studied, so be a smart consumer. For yourself, wear tough serviceable shoes and clothes and dress for the weather. You’re going to get dirty and maybe stepped on. Carry water for yourself and your dog and keep his leash with you at all times. Leave the treats and special toys at home but do remember the poop bags` If you’re worried about dog fights carry a harmless citronella spray or a small air horn clipped to your belt. Chances for disease transmission and injury naturally increase in public areas but they can be reduced if users follow the rules and encourage others to do the same. Keep your eyes on your dog and pick up after him. Try not to share water dishes. Check your dog for ticks when you get home. It’s safest if dogs wear just their collars and tags when they play. It’s less to get tangled in. Brief spats between dogs are inevitable when they socialize but the incidence of damaging fights is low. Make sure your dog is healthy, vaccinated, licensed and trained to come on command so you can leave quickly if you need to. Training a good response to ‘come’ is not hard and the benefits are huge. Lessons will be offered by park volunteers this summer. Help keep the park clean and carry your own water and dish to avoid disease transmission. Be sure to check yourself and your dog for ticks after every outing. Our dog park will only be as good as we make it. Check the park out before you enter. If you see behaviors that concern you (canine or human), come back another time. Supervise carefully while you’re there and speak up right away if trouble starts. Our dogs are counting on us to keep them safe. Help out if you can or call your dog and leave. Q Are there behaviors that predict trouble and can they be interrupted? A As in other animals, dog play is a rehearsal of all the adult life skills, what keeps it play is the constant stream of body language messages the dogs exchange while playing: soft eyes; open relaxed mouth; bouncy, inefficient movement; role reversals; self-handicapping.
CLUMPING Emotions can heat up really fast when more than two or three dogs are running or playing together. If you see a clump start, break it up by getting the owners to call their dogs to them. Most dogs will play in 2’s and 3’s at a park or just sniff about on their own. HERDING/HARD CHASING Here again the behavior can get intense really fast and it’s scary for the victim. Keep an eye out for dogs who push other dogs into corners or herd and chase relentlessly. Break up the action by walking towards it talking in an everyday tone of voice. Have a quick pat with the victim and help him get back to his person. PROVOKING/BULLYING This includes staring, stalking, too-boisterous play, rolling, head-over-shoulders, and mounting. These are all play styles that can be changed . Don’t get angry, it just ads fear to the already high emotions. If your dog is the offender, mark the problem behavior with a neutral ‘uh oh’, call him to you and leave the park for a 3-minute time out. Losing your playmates is a very big deal in the dog world. If he can’t hold it together on his second try, go home for the day. It will take many, many repetitions of this drill before he starts to change but eventually he will learn to control himself and you will be out of a job. If your patience wears thin, remember how long it can take for us humans to build habits of self-control. POSSESSION/RESOURCE GUARDING Leave special toys and treats at home to avoid this problem. Never try to take the object by force. Distract the dogs and remove the object quietly when you can. A little dog held on a person’s lap can also upset the social order. They can get possessive and barky about their location. Take your dog out of the park if you want to hold her. Q Is there a safe way to break up a dog fight? No. There is always a risk to intervening physically. Even the sweetest dog can react with its teeth in a highly charged moment. All brains go off line when under threat, human ones included. This is why even your own dog can redirect on you if you grab her collar suddenly. A good trainer can show you how to lower this risk with simple exercises. Never, ever put your hands into a dogfight. Dr Suzanne Hetts, one of the country’s top animal behaviorists, recommends a harmless citronella spray like Spray Shield or a small hand-held air horn for breaking up a fight without putting your hands in danger. These don’t cost much and are easy to carry. If you feel up to it physically, the wheelbarrow maneuver is an effective choice. If two dogs are engaged, take one of them by the hips where the rear legs join the body and lift up like you’re picking up a wheelbarrow. Back away moving the dog in an arc so he has to move his front legs to stay upright and he won’t be able to reach back at you easily. Put distance between the two dogs and hang on till they can be leashed by the collar or a leash around the ‘waist’ where you are holding on. Do not punish dogs that fight. Fighting is their last choice on the self defense scale, a matter of life or death in their eyes, though we may not understand why. Our duty as their caretakers is to lessen their fear with humane training, not to increase it with punishment.
UW-River Falls welcomes new chief advancement officer Rick Foy joined the University of Wisconsin-River Falls advancement team in May where he serves as the assistant chancellor for University Advancement. Foy comes to UWRF after serving as the associate director/interim director-major gifts for the UW-Eau Claire Foundation for the past seven years. Under the direction of the chancellor, Foy will develop and execute engage-
ment and fundraising plans for UWRF’s advancement program. “I am confident that his leadership and fundraising expertise will bring lasting positive benefits to our campus,” said UWRF Chancellor Dean Van Galen. Raised in Amery, Foy is familiar with the River Falls community and has many ties to UW-River Falls. “My mom and dad were both alumni,
graduates of what was then River Falls State Teachers College and so were four of my mom’s five sisters,” said Foy. “UWRF provided some of my first college experiences. I often attended sports events on campus and attended music and journalism clinics during my high school years. It may sound cliché, but accepting this position really was a homecoming of sorts.”
Foy received his bachelor’s degree in journalism from UW-Eau Claire and his master’s degree in communications management from S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications at Syracuse University. He and his wife, Melanie, live in Cottage Grove, Minn. They have three daughters. Foy can be reached at 715-425-4291 or at richard.foy@uwrf.edu.
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Metro, Traynor, Owens re-elected to electric co-op board CENTURIA -- Polk-Burnett Electric Cooperative announced the results of its 2019 board election at the co-op’s 81st annual meeting June 7. Three incumbent directors were re-elected in Co-op Districts 4, 5 and 6. Voter participation was 17.66%, with 997 ballots received (883 paper, 114 web) from 5,647 eligible members. In Co-op District 4, incumbent Joe Metro of Balsam Lake was re-elected with 217 votes. He was opposed by Adam Majeske of Balsam Lake, who received 159 votes. District 4 includes the towns of Balsam Lake, Apple River, Beaver, Clayton and Almena. In Co-op District 5, Jeff Traynor of Balsam Lake ran unopposed and was re-elected with 277 votes. District 5 includes the towns of McKinley, Maple Plain, Georgetown, Johnstown and Crystal Lake. In Co-op District 6, Wilfred Owens of Frederic ran unopposed and was re-elected with 314 votes. District 6includesthe towns of LaFollette, Dewey,
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Members of Polk-Burnett Electric Cooperative re-elected three incumbent board directors this year. L-R: Jeff Traynor of Balsam Lake, District 5; Wilfred Owens, Frederic, District 6; and Joe Metro of Balsam Lake, District 4.
West Sweden, Lorain, Roosevelt, Luck, Clam Falls and Bone Lake. Metro, Traynor and Owens will serve three-year terms on the co-op board, beginning with the June 24 regular board meeting. Directors meet monthly to make policy and budget decisions. They are elected by members and each represents a district in the co-op’s service territory. Overall, nine co-op directors serve on the Polk-Burnett Electric Cooperative board. Other Polk-Burnett board directors are: Cindy Thorman, Osceola, District 1; Mike Morris, Luck; District 2; Ed Gullickson, Amery, District 3; Jerry Okonek, Spooner, District 7; Chuck Brookshaw, Webster, District 8 and Tom Swenson, Webster, District 9. Polk-Burnett is a not-for-profit, member-owned cooperative that provides reliable electricity with efficiency and extraordinary service to 20,000+ homes, farms and businesses across 2,000 square miles.
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7th grade super typists Pictured are the top students in the 7th Grade class who had the highest WAM (words a minute) on their one-minute timings this school year. Back row left to right: Tyler Golden, Alexandriana Davis, Cassie Nicholas, Emily Braaten, Mason Viebrock, Haley Pulkrabek, Josh Stauner, Mrs. Cheryl Lee (Business Education Teacher). Middle row left to right: Grace Ziegler, Lewis Whitley, Shannen Fredrickson, Hannah Rust, Vincent Greene, McKenna Heinn, Lily Weisenbeck. Front row left to right: Aleiya Christensen, Nora Eggert, Trevor Hinz, Noah Martinson, Luca Salzman, Charlee Schroeder.
Relevant health advice: Coming to a podcast near you Amery, Wis. – What’s cell phone slump? How many is too many when it comes to ear infections? How do you know if you or a loved one has developed a dependency on alcohol, prescription or recreational drugs? These questions and more are explored in a new podcast series from HealthPartners, For health’s sake: A simple chat for better health. The podcast features doctors, midwives, physical and occupational therapists and more from across HealthPartners’ St. Croix Valley and western Wisconsin hospitals and clinics, talking about the everyday health topics that interest people. Katy Ellefson, RD, community health specialist at Amery Hospital & Clinic, describes herself as a huge podcast fan. She listens to 2-3 episodes a week while commuting, exercising and cooking. She’s also passionate about childhood feeding practices, and was delighted to get the chance to combine two of her passions in a For health’s sake episode on Try for 5: Raising good eaters. “I love supporting parents with a simple and effec-
tive framework to feed their children, which sets the stage for children to become lifelong ‘good eaters,’” said Ellefson. “The opportunity to do so through a podcast was something I was thrilled to do. Podcasts are the perfect platform to connect with people who want to find out more about topics that are near and dear to their heart or topics they may have never considered before – like raising kids who are adventurous eaters, and trying for five fruits or veggies a day. Sometimes, it’s not possible for busy families to get to one of our PowerUp events or come in to the clinic, and so a podcast can bring tips and education to parents in their own home or on a commute to work.” In her spare time, there are a few favorite podcasts Ellefson likes to catch, including: This American Life, Criminal, RadioLab, Invisibilia, America’s Test Kitchen, Science Friday, and Serial. For health’s sake podcast episodes featuring local medical providers from Amery include: • Katy Ellefson, RD: Try for 5: Raising good eaters
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Kelsey Ford: Make It OK mental health awareness • Kelsey Ford: Make It OK ambassador program Podcasts have experienced explosive growth over the past 12 years and 51 percent of Americans have listened to at least one episode. Thirty-one percent of people aged 25 to 54 have listened to a podcast in the past month, and, on average, listeners listen to all or most (more than 80 percent) of episodes. For health’s sake podcast episodes are accessible anywhere with a mobile device. It means it’s a great way to reach people where they’re most comfortable (49 percent of people listen to podcasts at home; 22 percent listen in the car). For health’s sake podcast aims to educate, update on new developments, and raise awareness of services and programs. New episodes are added often. Check out the most recent uploads at the podcast homepage: HealthPartnersLocalCare.org/podcast.
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Keeping the lights on, making a difference, no rate increase, plus food and prizes make a great annual meeting for electric co-op members CENTURIA -- On June 7, Polk-Burnett hosted its 81st Annual Meeting and Member Appreciation Open House. The open house provided fun for all ages, including bucket truck rides, electricity experiments, face painting and selfies with Solar Sam and linemen gear, plus root beer floats, BBQ sliders, donuts, kettle corn and cheese curds from local food trucks. More than 650 members and guests attended.
generated, Polk-Burnett’s number one goal is to keep the lights on for its local members,” said Stroshane. In 2018, the electric co-op invested $3.5 million to upgrade and maintain a reliable electric system. The same is planned for 2019. This investment resulted in less than one hour without power per member per year, which puts Polk-Burnett in the top 25% of co-ops nationwide for reliability.
81ST ANNUAL MEETING General Manager Steve Stroshane and Board President Ed Gullickson reported that the state of the cooperative remains strong: Polk-Burnett delivered reliable power with efficiency and extraordinary service to more than 20,000 electric co-op members, according to its mission. Members heard financial and power quality updates, as well as the status of renewables on the system and how the co-op is making a positive difference in our community.
SMART MONEY MANAGEMENT 57¢ of every dollar collected on Polk-Burnett electric bills goes to Dairyland Power to purchase electricity electric co-op members; just 21¢ pays for operating expenses to deliver electricity to your homes. Another 18¢ goes to pay interest, taxes and depreciation, and 4¢ is operating margins. Total 2018 operating revenue for Polk-Burnett Electric Cooperative was $32,770,000. “We're working to keep expenses down, and are happy to report that rates will not go up in 2019,” said Gullickson. “We have the capacity to pay debt, invest in a reliable grid and return Capital Credits to you.” The complete financial report and 2018 audit are posted on polkburnett. com.
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Co-op employees with Solar Sam. Polk-Burnett Electric Cooperative in Centuria is home to the 10-acre SunTuria Solar array.
MAKING A DIFFERENCE Gullickson said that community service is one of Polk-Burnett's core values and the co-op is proud to demonstrate the cooperative difference with $57,500 in scholarships to the Class of 2019 and $57,000 in Operation Round Up grants to 72 local nonprofits in 2018. Beyond financial support, co-op employees performed 680 hours of community service last year. RENEWABLE ENERGY Polk-Burnett is also making a difference by increasing renewables for co-op members. “Each year, Polk-Burnett’s power provider, Dairyland Power Cooperative, adds more solar and wind to reduce carbon emissions,” said Stroshane. “At present, about 20% of the energy that flows into Polk-Burnett’s local distribution system is renewable energy.” Polk-Burnett also offers rebates for members who install residential wind and solar, and co-op members can purchase renewable energy blocks through the Evergreen program. In
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Young guests dressed in linemen gear at Polk-Burnett’s member appreciation day. Co-op linemen maintain more than 3,000 miles of power line.
addition, the 10-acre SunTuria Solar array in Centuria is generating renewable power for Polk-Burnett members; solar energy output can be viewed on
polkburnett.com. 99.97% RELIABLE “No matter how your electricity is
GIVING MONEY BACK Polk-Burnett returned $1,225,000 in Capital Credits to members last year. That's a direct benefit of co-op membership. In 2018, members also received $146,664 in EnergySense rebates and saved 1 million kWh of electricity as a result of Polk-Burnett’s EnergySense program. “If you want to upgrade your home for comfort and energy efficiency, we can help,” offered Gullickson. Gullickson invited members and guests to follow the co-op on Facebook and Twitter, and visit polkburnett.com to stay in touch. All members who attended were entered into a drawing for a TV, iPad and 10 $50 electric bill credits. Members received insulated tote bags and ice scrapers, and kids received $5 DQ cards and co-op coloring books.
Kids and families had a blast at PowerUp Week 2019 Amery, Wisc. – Hundreds of people across the St. Croix Valley and western Wisconsin took part in a host of fun activities for PowerUp Week. Families had a blast eating better and getting active through PowerUp events. They also took advantage of special offers and discounts from PowerUp community partners and took part in the PowerUp TRY-athlon, a new activity this year. In total: • 850 people took part in events across the St. Croix Valley and western Wisconsin. • 248 people attended Comp’s 6th birthday parties at 8 libraries in Amery, Mahtomedi, Lakeland, Bayport, Stillwater, Hudson, Somerset, and White Bear Lake. • 132 people took part in the PowerUp Family 2K in Amery
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787 half-price salads were sold in the cafeterias at Lakeview, Hudson, Westfields and Amery hospitals
Mercades Blouin-Potvin and Tesla Blouin-Potvin, of Amery, won a bike from Art Doyle’s Spokes and Pedals shop in Hudson, after completing the PowerUp TRY-athlon tracker. Second place winner Stefanie Reeh, of Stillwater, won an Instant Pot.
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SCEC demonstrating Second annual Music by Heart attracts over 100 Cooperative Principle #7 with Red Cross blood drive St. Croix County, Wis. – St. Croix Electric Cooperative will host a community blood drive with the American Red Cross on Wednesday, June 26 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the American Red Cross Bus at the SCEC office, 1925 Ridgeway Street in Hammond. For more information or to make an appointment to donate, call 715-796-7000 or sign up online at redcrossblood.org with sponsor code St Croix Cooperative (note lack of a period and difference in name). “Hosting a blood drive coincides with the 7th Cooperative Principle of Concern for Community,” said Michele DeLong, Communications & Events Coordinator. “With a simple blood donation, we have the ability to help save the life of someone who could be a coworker, loved one or neighbor.” Blood is routinely transfused to patients with cancer and other diseases, premature babies, organ transplant recipients and trauma victims, according to the Red Cross. “The short amount of time it takes to donate can mean a lifetime to a patient with a serious medical condition,” SCEC Wellness Committee Chair Tonya Gullixson said. “We urge eligible donors to join us in the selfless act of giving blood.” Donors of all blood types are needed, especially those with types O negative, B negative and A negative. According to the Red Cross, type O negative is the universal blood type that can be safely transfused to anyone, and is often used to treat trauma patients. About St. Croix Electric Cooperative St. Croix Electric Cooperative (SCEC) was incorporated Nov. 5, 1937 as a result of five farmers who were determined to bring electricity to rural St. Croix County. Today, SCEC operates more than 1,780 miles of distribution lines, serving more than 11,000 member accounts. More information at www.scecnet.net. SCEC’s mission is “To enhance the lives of our members and strengthen the communities where they live by providing superior electric and other valued services.” Cooperatives around the world generally follow the same core seven cooperative principles. Cooperative principal #7 is Concern for Community. SCEC strives to positively impact its community through Commitment to Community grants, scholarships, and offering members rebates and solutions to conserve and use energy wisely.
More than 100 people turned out on Dementia Friendly Sunday for the Second Annual Music by Heart community sing along in Lakefront Park June 9. The event featured the debut performance of the Lifelong Singers, the first dementia friendly choir in the St. Croix Valley. The day also featured a performance by the Voices of the Valley Choir and The Geezers. The day featured songs everyone in attendance seemed to remember. Music by Heart and Dementia Friendly Sunday was facilitated by the Dementia Friendly Communities Coalition with support from the St. Croix Valley Foundation and the St. Croix County Aging and Disabilities Resource Center. For more information about the Dementia Friendly Communities Coalition contact Angie Pilgrim, Programs Officer for the St. Croix Valley Foundation, at apilgrim@ scvfoundation.org. For more information about dementia and support and services available contact Dementia Care Specialist Nancy Abrahamson at ADRC at Nancy.Abrahamson@ sccwi.gov.
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Julianna Thompson and Cameron Volker to represent Polk-Burnett on Co-op Youth Tour of D.C. CENTURIA – Julianna Thompson of Luck and Cameron Volker, who attends high school in Tennessee, were selected to represent Polk-Burnett Electric Cooperative as delegates for the 2019 NRECA Youth Tour of Washington, D.C., June 13-20. Thompson and Volker will join more than 1,000 high school students from across the country to learn about cooperatives, the rural electric program, U.S. history, government and democracy. They will meet with congressional leaders and tour Capitol Hill, national monuments, Arlington National Cemetery and the Smithsonian Museums. The tour is hosted by the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association (NRECA), with local sponsorship by Polk-Burnett Electric Cooperative. To be selected as Polk-Burnett’s delegates for the NRECA Youth Tour, both students demonstrated community involvement, and wrote essays about the value of electricity and why they wanted to be delegates for the co-op Youth Tour of Washington, D.C. Thompson is a 2019 graduate of Luck High School and the daughter of co-op member Jackie Thompson. Volker is a 2019 graduate of Dyer County High School in Tennessee; she is the daugh-
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ter of co-op member Andrew Volker of Cumberland. In her essay, Thompson wrote that she is interested in learning about the history of our nation and visiting the monuments and memorials on the National Mall. “Visiting Arlington National Cemetery to observe the changing of the guard would be great to witness,” she wrote. About America’s energy future, Thompson wrote that
she would like to see more people and businesses use renewable energy “to reduce their carbon footprint for future generations… Being from a dairy background, I would like to see farmers and energy companies work together to be more energy efficient.” In her essay, Volker wrote that she is dedicated to her education and loves to learn from experience, so she can teach others and better herself for the
future. “Visiting the nation’s capital for the first time would truly be a rewarding experience. I hope to always make my parents proud and want to show them through this Youth Tour that I’ve worked hard. This trip will change my life in the best of ways.” About American’s energy future, Volker wrote about affordable energy options that are also good for the planet, including solar and hydro power. She also wrote about options for people who struggle to pay their electric bill and wants us to consider wildlife as a motivation for eco-friendly energy options. “I hope for the world to be in better condition in the future.” “As a rural electric co-op, Polk-Burnett is pleased to support youth leadership opportunities for the children 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 if not used for education, would be forfeited to the state. –from Polk-Burnett Electric Cooperative.
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Summer will officially be here on Friday Yay! As busy as what the calendar and everyone’s schedules looks like, I am pretty sure the next few weeks/months will fly by way too fast! Take time to enjoy each and every day with family and friends. The 7th Anniversary of Amery’s Music On The River will kick-off this Friday night, June 21. It is a fun-filled night with music, food, games, refreshments, car show, and hopefully nice weather. The entertainment is the Cattail Moon Band from 5-7pm with Riverside Hitmen starting at 7pm on the Danielson Stage. All of the activities will be at Michael Park along the river. Pounding Thank you to all of the sponsors and volunteers that help make the annuthe al Music On The River a great event. Pavement I hope to see you there! Coming soon we will be having Pam Humpal a special publication called “Back Roads”. It will be a joint effort of the A Amery F Free P Press along with our sister papers-Osceola Sun, Baldwin Bulletin, Country Messenger, and Burnett County Sentinel. “Back Roads” will focus on LOCAL features, happenings and special interests in your area. The publication will have featured stories on each of these topics…local artist, agriculture, restaurant, unique retail, brewery/winery. Area businesses wishing to advertise in “Back Roads” should please give me a call at 715-268-8101. Deadline is Friday, June 28. June Dairy Month Fun Facts continue… *A cow eats 90-100 pounds of food and drinks about 35 gallons of water every day *Vanilla is America’s favorite ice cream flavor
*It takes 12 pounds of whole milk to make one gallon of ice cream Congratulations to my nephew, Blake, who recently graduated from Western Technical College in LaCrosse for Automotive Service Technician-Level 2. Way to go, Blake! Happy Birthday to my nephew, Easton, who will be 1 year old on June 22. Have a fun day! Happy 19th Anniversary to my nephew and niecein-law, Brian and Kelly, on June 24. Enjoy your special day! Last Friday my boys came and helped me with some projects around the house and yard which included adding wood chips to all the flower beds and making
Another Memorial Garden for Dave
another memorial garden for Dave. Everything turned out great and it was very enjoyable to have them there. While we were taking a break and playing some foosball, we noticed a bear roaming through our backyard. I have commented many times that we had never seen a bear by our place but other people have, well now I have too. Hopefully he is just a friendly bear and not a nuisance bear. The Full Moon was beautiful last night…I hope you were able to see it. Have a great week, and remember to count your blessings each and every day!
Habitat for Humanity proposes 62-acre Wisconsin development BY CHRIS RICKERT WISCONSIN STATE JOURNAL
SUN PRAIRIE, Wis. (AP) — Habitat for Humanity of Dane County is hoping to embark on its largest project yet — a 62-acre development in fast-growing Sun Prairie that will include some 48 Habitat homes spread among four phases along with homes sold by traditional, for-profit home builders. But as with any other developer, the opportunities for such large single-family-home projects could grow scarce as land prices rise with the Madison-area population and elected officials put more emphasis on denser, multifamily housing that is better for the environment and more amenable to mass transit. While the 31-year-old Christian-rooted nonprofit has built more homes as part of a single project before, never has it taken on as much land as it has in the proposed Sun Prairie project. The property’s 125 lots would be built over eight years beginning in 2020, with 12 Habitat homes in each phase, the Wisconsin State Journal reported. It’s not clear yet whether the Habitat homes would be spread among the homes built by for-profit home-builders — an approach that would be in line with the site-scattering philosophy of dispersing affordable housing. “The philosophy is to have them scattered around,” said Habitat chief operating officer Steve Hanrahan. “I will tell you that the neighboring communities’ philosophy is that they should be isolated. The council doesn’t agree with that necessarily.” Preliminary plans show streets in the existing neighborhoods to the west and north being extended into the property, about a quarter of which to the southeast is either wetlands or reserved for open space and parkland. Across the Wisconsin & Southern Railroad to the south is nearly two acres that Habitat could sell off for commercial development — which would be another first for the organization. The project doesn’t yet have one of those comforting-sounding monikers developers come up with for their subdivisions, but it does have some indication city officials are in favor of it. The City Council earlier this month was generally in agreement with a Planning Division recommendation to approve, although issues that still need to be worked out, according to Planning Director Tim Semmann,
are the impacts of traffic at the site and provision of utilities. He thought the project could before the city Plan Commission in the fall. Selling off 77 of the lots to private home builders will go some way toward paying for the project, which will require the installation of storm sewers, streets and other infrastructure, according to Hanrahan. Habitat has had to put in at least some of the infrastructure in three other of its seven existing “planned communities” in Dane County. Among those are the 57-home Twin Oaks on Madison’s Southeast Side and the 34 homes either built, planned or under construction at Renaissance on the Park in Fitchburg. In all, the organization has built 287 homes, and 92% of their buyers are still in them — a sign, Habitat said, that its clients do not conform to stereotypes about the kinds of people who live in “low-income housing,” stereotypes that Habitat regularly has to confront and refute. Habitat families are not given their homes gratis. They get 30-year mortgages to buy the homes at the values they are assessed at once they’re built, and homeowners must put in more than 300 hours of sweat equity before they move in. Qualifying hours include helping to build their homes, working in Habitat’s two ReStore outlets and working in Habitat’s office. Monthly mortgage payments include taxes and are capped at about 30% of the homeowner’s income. If the amount needed to service the loan is higher than that cap, Habitat will carry a second, “silent” mortgage on the home, Hanrahan said. Federal or county funding can help with down payments. “That’s how it becomes affordable. And as land prices go up faster than wages and as construction costs go up faster than wages,” he said, “what we’re seeing ... is our silent seconds are getting larger.” As land prices increase and the amount of available land decreases, Habitat is likely to focus more on infill development or finding single lots within existing subdivisions to develop, Hanrahan said, and on townhome or condo-style development, but for families. Habitat homes have to have yards. “The general consensus (is) it’s almost impossible, if not impossible, for a normal builder to build what’s considered to be an affordable home for those in the 30 to 60% of AMI (area median income),” he said. “The land, the building materials cost and the actual construction expense puts things kind of out of reach.”
Despite such headwinds, Habitat has yet to turn anyone away who qualifies. “What we tend to do to manage that is, when I started three years ago, we were recruiting four times a year,” said Habitat family services director Paul Sukenik. “Last year, we’re doing three times. We kind of slow that recruitment process down.” Sukenik said 105 people attended Habitat’s last information session for aspiring home-buyers in May. Twenty-three families submitted applications, and about 20% or 25% of them will meet all the eligibility requirements. “We try to make sure that we’re not accepting more than what we can meet,” Hanrahan said. On a recent Wednesday, “welcome to the neighborhood” door hangars made by students at nearby Lakeview Elementary School greeted families getting ready to move in later this month to three Habitat homes at the Tennyson Ridge on Madison’s North Side. The project will eventually have 12 homes. Old National Bank contributed $250,000 toward the project, and Exact Sciences and The Evjue Foundation are the other major sponsors. New homeowner Khue Thao said through an interpreter that he’s looking forward to putting up a fence and decorating his children’s rooms with dinosaur and fish images. He and his wife, Ka Xiong, are originally from Thailand and have five children ages 3 through 14. The family will be moving out of a smaller place at the Packer Townhomes, less than a mile south. Chao Ly and KaNhia Khang, who are originally from Laos, will be living next door to them. Khang likes to cook, including traditional Southeast Asian foods such as pho — a kind of noodle soup with herbs and meat — and plans to take advantage of the extra space and sunlight of a corner lot to put in cilantro, potatoes, green onions and other foods for cooking. When Habitat homes are dedicated, Habitat’s house-warming gift to families is either a book of faith of their choice or a cookbook with recipes from fellow Habitat families. Khang’s daughter, Pang Dee Thao, said her mom “is just really excited to decorate the house.” Pang Dee is 20 and studying radiology at UW-Milwaukee. A single mother who works as a massage therapist and her two bi-racial children will be moving into the third home. “If you look at Habitat families, you’re looking at Madison,” said Sukenik.
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4th Annual
Charity Softball Event!
9 am to 5 or 6 pm
(when championship game is played)
Silent Auction 2019 CHARITY: Salvation Army Backpack Program
TEAMS NEEDED! Reliatrace invites businesses to create teams and participate in our annual Softball Charity Tournament! ACTIVITIES: Jail–Put a friend in jail for charity! Duck Pond–Pay a buck/pick a duck! Food! Music! and more! Free will donation for Face Painting For more info please contact Cheri Richards, HR Mgr. at Reliatrace 715-268-6495 Ext. 216 or email us at cheri.richards@reliatrace.com
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ON THE River Music 5 pm • michael park • amery, wi • MUSIC ON THE RIVER 2019 •
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GARAGE SALE
GOLF LEAGUES
Amery 9-Hole Women’s Golf League June 12, 2019 Division A: Low Gross – Tracy Anderson-Claussen 48 Low Net – Susan Olson 39 Low Putts – Tie, Gwen Wold and Heidi Maupin 17 Game of the Day Winner – Kathy McIntosh Division B: Low Gross – Sue Wears 46 Low Net – Mandy Brotzel 36 Low Putts – Mandy Brotzel 14 Game of the Day Winner – Heather Thompson Division C: Low Gross – Linda Mullendore 46 Low Net – Jill Olson 44 Low Putts – Jill Olson 44 Game of the Day Winner – Brooke Wilcox Chip-In: Linda Mullendore #15 and Gwen Wold #18
Amery 18-Hole Women’s Golf League June 12, 2019 A Flight: Low Gross – Sheryl Forshier 86 Low Net – Judy Collier 76 Low Putts – Judy Collier 26 Game of the Day – Judy Collier B Flight: Low Gross – Kathy McIntosh 102 Low Net – Susan Olson 77 Low Putts – Jan Reichert 31 Game of the Day – Jan Reichert C Flight: Low Gross – Judy Park 115 Low Net – Nylla Hanson 72 Low Putts – Mary Jo Smith/Vonnie Niccum 35 Game of the Day – Judy Park Chip Ins: Denise Hoelscher #1 Birdies: Lou John #15, Nylla Hanson #8 Blind Partners: 1st – Judy Park/Judy Collier 145 2nd – Susan Olson/Vi Nelson 152 3rd – Shirley Schmidt/Sheryl Forshier 153, Kathy McIntosh/Jody Waterman 153
Clear Lake Women’s Golf League June 11, 2019 (June 4 - Rainout) A Flight: Low Gross – Carol Houghdahl 40 Low Net – Sherri Munkelwitz 29 Low Putts – Rachel Hansen, Diane Schradle 17 Game – Lori Larson B Flight: Low Gross – Cindy Lundmark 51 Low Net – Amy Lundgren 31 Low Putts – Diane Shafer 15 Game – Diane Shafer C Flight: Low Gross – Diane Lauritsen 56 Low Net – Lori Peterson 32 Low Putts – Laurene Klatt 16 Game – Camilla Pietz D Flight: Low Gross – Laura Briesemeister 63 Low Net – Marie Bannink 27 Low Putts – Mary Younger 18 Game – Kristi Niles Closest to the pin - #7 – Amy Lundgren Closest to the pin - #3 – Cheryl Bussewitz Chip Ins: Laurene Finch Happy Hookers 34.6 (6) defeat 7 Brothers Grip it and Sip it 41.6 (9) Sharks 34.6 (12) defeat Goof Balls 37.3 (6) Golf Bags 37.6 (6) defeat Slice Girls 0 (3) Chipper Chicks 33.7 (9) defeat Wild Whackers 34.2 (6) Party of Fore 39 (6) defeat Backwoods Hackers 41.33 (3) Rowdy Rebels 34.3 (12) earn 3 points against their team handicap
Thursday & Friday June 20 & 21 • 9-5 Sat., June 22 • 8-10
Lots of household miscellaneous, seasonal decor, bathroom vanity and ¿xtures, light ¿xtures, auto supplies, tools, boys and girls clothes in young adult sizes. Something for everyone!
MULTI FAMILY GARAGE SALE Friday, June 21 • 8-4
Kids bikes, coolers, quality womens clothing X-Lg, shoes size 8, cosmetics and jewelry, great selection of household goods, African violets, Hostas, lots of misc.
510 95th St • Amery
721 S Shore Dr • Amery
1.5 miles South of Amery Schools Rain or Shine
FAMILY GARAGE SALE
GARAGE SALE Thurs-Friday-Saturday
household, mens, womens and childrens good quality clothing, some furniture, toys, pull behind lawn sprayer, aluminum trailer, too much stuff to list
June 20-21-22 8:00am - 5:00pm 659 Cedar Avenue Amery
2.5 miles west of Amery off Cty Rd F
June 20, 21 & 22 8:00am - 4:30pm
774 Magnor Ln • Clayton
WE’RE HAVING A GARAGE SALE! Thurs., June 20 • 10-6 Friday, June 21 • 8-2 Something for everyone! Priced to sell! Come check it out!
147 Second St • Amery North end of Amery in the big shed behind the garage.
BOWLING
ARNELL HUMANE SOCIETY
GARAGE SALE Saturday, June 22, 2019 9:00 am - 3:00 pm Indoor & outdoor furniture, garden supplies, grill, hunting gear, aluminum ¿shing boat, antique & woodshop tools, household goods, Avon, pet supplies, bikes, knick knacks, no clothing.
Fun One Day Only! All proceeds to help our non-pro¿t shelter care for stray and homeless pets.
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Spare Time Lanes Turtle Lake SUMMER LEAGUE Week 1 of 9 Betty/Sandy...........................................8 Mark/Holli ...............................................6 Talea/Deb ...............................................6 Josie/Ashley ...........................................6 Brenda/Trevor .......................................6 Pat/Sue....................................................4 H.B./Judy .................................................4 Hjalmer/Louise......................................2 Orreen/Deb.............................................2 Ethan/Davie ...........................................2 John/Rick.................................................2 Jim/Renee ...............................................0
Rain Date: June 29 No Early Shopping or Sales.
High games: Mark Ullom 213, Harland Becker 201, Rick 201, Sandy Heppner 181, Renee Glowe 168, Josie Mcgrane 166 High series: Mark Ullom 605, Hjlamer Gerloff 516, Ethan Kettnacker 507, Renee Glowe 473, Judy Ullom 461, Sandy Heppner 458
Wanderoos 52nd Anniversary
INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION
Saturday, June 29
Queen’s Tea at 9 a.m. in the Fire Hall Kiddie Parade 10:45 a.m. Grand Parade 11 a.m. CHICKEN DINNERS include beans, potato salad, dinner roll, milk, coffee. Also available: pulled pork sandwiches, brats & hot dogs.
FUN FOR ALL AGES
3rd Annual 5K Run/Walk (All roads lead to Wanderoos 8-10 a.m. Registration info on www.wanderoos.org)
Wanderoos Classic Fastpitch Games Horseshoe Tournament / Bean Bag Tournament Kid Games • Sawdust Pile after parade starting 1 p.m. Contact Heather at 715-222-3095
Food/Refreshments sold on grounds No carry-ons please
Fireworks after Dusk Ticket Raffle proceeds go to Fireworks
Evening Street Dance featuring
Sunday’s Regret 8pm - 12am Sponsored by Wanderoos Area Community Club
For more information visit www.wanderoos.org
BRIDGE
Thursday Night Bridge Results North-South Winners 1st: Frank Segerstrom & SydneyLund 2nd: Steve Sondreal & Steve Wilhelm 3rd: Judy & Gene Collier
East-West Winners 1st: Denny Pesick & Jim Rivard 2nd: Paul & Shirley Satterlund 3rd: Butch Burke & Bernie Peterson
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Amery Board of Education Monday, June 24, 2019 6:30 PM Board Room I. Call to Order II. Closed Session 6:00 pm Considering employment, promotion, compensation or performance evaluation data, of any administratorwoof-terful over which the governmental body has jurisdiction or exercises responsibility in order to take Personnel Action pursuant to Wisconsin Statute 19.85(1)(c). Conferring with legal counsel for the governmental body who is rendering oral or written advice concerning strategy to be adopted by the body with respect to litigation in which it is or is likely to become involved pursuant to Wisconsin Statutes 19.85(1)(g). III. Open Session 6:30 pm IV. Spotlight on Education - CREATE Class Allen Carlson V. Consent Agenda Items A. Agenda B. Minutes C. Financial/Budget Reports D. Board Vouchers VI. Community Comments VII. Administrative/Committee/ Department Reports A. Administrator Reports B. CESA 11 Annual Convention Erin Hosking VIII. Informational Items A. Financial Review and Planning Lisa Voisin of Baird B. Maintenance & Bulidings Report Shawn Doerfler & Tom Olson C. Mad City Money - Ramona Lockwood D. Alternative Compensation Salary Scale Shawn Doerfler E. Angel Fund - Shawn Doerfler F. Policy First Reading 1. 663 - Student Activity Funds Management - Andrew Dyb G. Clubhouse to Enrollment Shawn Doerfler H. Legislative Update - Shawn Doerfler IX. Action Items A. HRA Amendment - Shawn Doerfler B. Administrative Contracts Shawn Doerfler C. Leadholm Insurance Renewal Jim Leadholm D. Personnel Action. X. Closed Session Considering employment, promotion, compensation or performance evaluation data of any administrator over which the governmental body has jurisdiction or exercises responsibility in order to take Personnel Action pursuant to Wisconsin Statue 19.85(1)(c). Conferring with legal counsel for the governmental body who is rendering oral or written advice concerning strategy to be adopted by the body with respect to litigation in which it is or is likely to become involved pursuant to Wisconsin Statutes 19.85(1)(g). XI. Adjournment DALE JOHNSON Clerk, Amery Board of Education In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the School District of Amery will provide reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities who wish to participate in public meetings. If you require an accommodation, please contact the District Office at (715) 268-9771 a minimum of 72 hours prior to the meeting. The original agenda for this meeting was provided for publication more than one week prior to the meeting date. Due to this fact, the agenda published in the Amery Free Press may have been altered after publication. The final agenda is available on the District’s website: www. amerysd.k12.wi.us at least twenty-four (24) hours prior to the meeting.
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For: Jackie Mae Sylte Thank you to the friends and relatives who helped me celebrate the life and times of my wife, Jackie Mae Sylte. Can’t believe it has been five years, my love! Special thanks to my daughter Kari of Texas. I can still hear the waves come in, hon! Your husband, Paul Sylte
SECTION 00 11 13 ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS Sealed bids for Eisenhower Avenue to Pershing Street Sewer Lining will be received by the Village of Clayton, Village Clerk, at the Village Hall, 111 Clayton Avenue West, Clayton, WI 54004, by 1:00 p.m., local time, June 26, 2019, and then at said office publicly opened and read aloud. The work, in general, will include the approximate quantities and items listed below: 8” CIPP Mainline Lining Service Connections Pre- and Post-Sewer Televising
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A pre-bid meeting will not be held, however contractors are highly encouraged to visit the site prior to submitting a bid. Please coordinate with Cedar Corporation to schedule a visi.t The proposals shall be submitted on the forms furnished with the specifications. Each proposal shall be accompanied by a certified check payable to the owner equal to five percent (5%) of the proposal or a bid bond of a bonding company duly authorized to do business in the State of Wisconsin in an amount equal to five percent (5%) of the proposal. This proposal guarantee shall be subject to forfeiture as provided by law. Complete digital project bidding documents are available at www.cedarcorp.com. You may download the digital plan documents for $30.00 (Quest eBidDoc #6382191). Please contact QuestCDN.com at 952233-1632 or info@questcdn.com for assistance in free membership registration, downloading, and working with this digital project information.
BID WANTED TOWN OF CLEAR LAKE Blacktop 25th Avenue from 30th St. east to County Rd P. 2.5 inch track. 21 ft. wide. Approximately 1-1/4 miles. For information: Art E. Bergman, 715-263-2418 Also parking lot at town shop and 300 yard road next to shop. Bids due by July 6, 2019 WNAXLP
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An optional paper set of project documents is also available from Docunet Corporation. Contact Docunet at 763-475-9600 for pricing and instructions to obtain a paper copy. Please make your check payable to Docunet Corporation and send it to 2435 Xenium Lane North, Plymouth, MN 55441. Proposals shall not be withdrawn for a period of 60 days after the date of opening. The Village of Clayton reserves the right to reject any or all of the proposals and to waive any informalities therein. Dates of Publication: June 11th and 18th, 2019 By Authority of: David Fall, Village Clerk WNAXLP
June 24, 2019 Meeting Agenda A quorum of the Town Board may be present The Plan Commission for the Town of Lincoln will hold their monthly meeting on Monday, June 24, 2019 at 6:00 p.m. at the Lincoln Town Hall -- 661 85th Street. 1. Call to Order 2. Roll Call 3. Verify Meeting Notice 4. Approve Agenda 5. Approve Previous Minutes 6. Public Comments 7. Reports of Chair/Commission Members 8. Certified Survey Map for Joyle Anderson 9. Fire District Discussion 10. Set Date & Agenda for Next Meeting 11. Adjourn Note: Agenda items may not be taken up in this order.
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PLAN COMMISSION 7:00 P.M. AGENDA: Continue discussion and review of Comprehensive Plan regarding updates needed.
TOWN BOARD OF SUPERVISORS’ MEETING 8:00 P.M. Call meeting to Order; Proof of Meeting Notice; Approve Agenda; Approve Vouchers & Pay bills, Reading of Reports; Public Comments; OLD BUSINESS: Update on Comprehensive Plan; Discusion/decision regarding re-doing ramp leading to building and putting a lean to up on this side of the shed to put equipment in that isn’t used during the winter; NEW BUSINESS: Carl Thomforde - Rural Mutual Ins – update and review Town Ins Policies; Discussion/decision regarding road bids submitted for repairs needed in 2019 based on road review; Discussion regarding Clear Lake Museum interest in buying the Chapel and moving the same; Review and approve liquor license for Country Store, Amery Ale Works and Amery Gun Club; Discussion/decision regarding dumpster proposal; Adjourn to July meeting. Sally Pickard, Clerk Web Site: Townofblackbrook.com WNAXLP
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STOP IN to the office to renew Institutional Effectiveness Technician (PT) Wisconsin Indianhead Technical College New Richmond Campus WITC is seeking applications from qualified candidates for a part-time Institutional Effectiveness Technician to provide direct support for the day-to-day functions for the Development & Retention Manager as well as the Institutional Effectiveness Team. This part-time position is 1300 hours per year with approximately 25 hours per week. For a complete job description, list of qualifications, and to apply: Visit our website at: https://www.witc.edu/about-witc/employment
Deadline to apply: June 28, 2019 WITC is an Equal Opportunity/Access/ Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer and Educator
HELP WANTED Health Care Products Production
Core Products International, Inc. in Osceola, WI is looking for GREAT people to be a part of our progressive company. We are a leading manufacturer of health care, orthopedic and comfort care products with sales worldwide. We have immediate opportunities for full-time day shift production employees. Pay starts at $13.00 per hour with the opportunity to earn incentive pay after 30 days of employment. We offer our employees: Fun Working Environment Incentive Program Advancement Opportunities We also offer tuition reimbursement; life, health & dental insurance, ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan), 401k, vacation/holiday pay and more. We take pride in our employees and our customers. If you are interested in working with us, apply in person or send resume to Core Products Int’l, Inc., Attn: Human Resources, 808 Prospect Ave., Osceola, WI. You may also email your resume to cpeltier@coreproducts.com.
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Industrial Safety, Inc. in Clear Lake, Wisconsin is looking to fill a service technician position. This position will be approximately 30 hours per week and will conduct a variety of equipment and technical maintenance. The ideal candidate must be mechanically inclined, have excellent communications skills, and have a high degree of mechanical aptitude. The service technician services fire extinguishers, SCBAs, extrication tools, fire hose, gas monitors and more. Training, certification and travel expense will be provided. We offer competitive wages.
QUALIFICATIONS:
• High school diploma and/or mechanical degree. • Knowledge in the fire industry is an extreme plus. • Proficient in verbal and written communication skills. • Excellent customer service skills
• Must be able to follow detailed directions. • Clean driving record. • Valid driver’s license. • Ability to drive a truck and enclosed trailer. • CDL not required • Good attitude • Willing to learn
Please submit a cover letter and resume to andrea@industrialsafetystore.com or drop off your resume by July 5, 2019 for consideration.
Industrial Safety, Inc. 360 4th St., Clear Lake, WI 54005
Fire Instructors (Adjunct) Wisconsin Indianhead Technical College All WITC Campuses Make a Difference! WITC is seeking qualified applicants for the position of part-time Fire Instructor throughout Northwestern Wisconsin. An instructor’s primary purpose is to foster learner success, assess learner achievement, and continually improve learning opportunities. Instructors also contribute to the college’s operational effectiveness by forming partnerships with learners, with co-workers, and with community stakeholders. For a complete job description, list of qualifications, and to apply: Visit our website at: https://www.witc.edu/about-witc/employment
Deadline to apply: July 15, 2019
Wisconsin Indianhead Technical College Any Campus Location Applications are being accepted from qualified candidates for a full time position of Safety and Compliance Coordinator. This position can be located at any WITC Campus or the Administrative Office – Shell Lake. The Safety & Compliance Coordinator is responsible for coordinating the development and implementation of a comprehensive safety and security program for the college and ensuring compliance with OHSA/NIOSH and other federal, state and local environmental health and safety regulations. For a complete job description, list of qualifications, and to apply: Visit our website at: https://www.witc.edu/about-witc/employment
Deadline to apply: June 27, 2019 WITC is an Equal Opportunity/Access/ Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer and Educator TTY 711
Annual Giving Specialist Wisconsin Indianhead Technical College Any Campus Location Applications are being accepted from qualified candidates for a full time Annual Giving Specialist. This position can be located at any WITC campus location, but preference will be given to applicants at the Superior Campus and Ashland Campus locations. The Annual Giving Specialist is responsible for all aspects of the scholarship program; student assistance programs; ongoing donor communication, cultivation and stewardship. As technical staff to the WITC Foundation, this position serves as a liaison with all constituents for the purpose of fundraising, development and community relations. For a complete job description, list of qualifications, and to apply: Visit our website at: https://www.witc.edu/about-witc/employment
Deadline to apply: July 10, 2019 WITC is an Equal Opportunity/Access/ Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer and Educator TTY 711
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Clear Lake School District Thermal Plastic Design, Inc. A Precision Custom Injection Molding Company Specializing in Engineering Polymers seeking qualified candidate for positions of:
MATERIAL HANDLER 2nd shift hours 3:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. & 3rd shift hours 11:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m.
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Elementary Classroom Teacher Job Title
Elementary Classroom Teacher
H.R. Contact
Chris Petersen, Elementary Principal
Contact Info
715-263-2117, cpetersen@clwarriors.org
Work Schedule
100% FTE: Beginning August, 2019
Job Description
Anticipated to teach 2nd Grade for 201920 School Year. Must possess the ability to work collaboratively with educational colleagues, parents, and community to deliver high quality instruction and form positive relationships with students.
Requirements
Must possess or have the ability to obtain appropriate DPI licensure to teach in the Elementary classroom setting. Clear Lake Elementary School contains grades 4K-6. Interest and ability in athletic coaching or advising co-curricular groups is a plus.
How to Apply
Candidates may apply via WECAN at the following link: https://wecan.education. wisc.edu/#/
Deadline
Applications accepted until June 28, 2019 or until the position is filled. Please include cover letter, resume with references, letters of recommendation, and copies of license and transcripts.
Start Date
August, 2019
Employer
School District of Clear Lake 1101 3rd St. SW Clear Lake, WI 54005
Website
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OPERATOR/ASSEMBLERS 2nd shift hours 3:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. & 3rd shift hours 11:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m.
OPERATOR/BACK-UP QC 2nd shift hours 3:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. T.D.I. offers Competitive wages and excellent benefits. View job descriptions on Facebook or on the website.
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The Clear Lake School District prepares students, in an active partnership with families and the community, to become lifelong learners and responsible citizens.
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