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Not all celebrations have ceased Fireworks are on with new location BY APRIL ZIEMER EDITOR@THEAMERYFREEPRESS.COM
One by one updates on area happenings rolled out with headlines of “Cancelled” and people began to wonder what, if anything, summer and fall would offer to those who crave local, social festivities.
MUSIC ON THE RIVER Amery’s Music on the River is the latest to make the extremely hard decision to pull the plug on their events. In a social media announcement event planners said, “With deep regret and heavy heart, the Amery Community Club Board and Music on the River Committee are cancelling the 2020 music series this summer due to Covid-19. We wish
you and your family good health and look forward to the 2021 season!” JULY 4 The annual Amery July 4 celebration is a go. There is a new location to watch the show this year. According to Amery Fire Chief Dale Koehler, fireworks will SEE CELEBRATIONS, PAGE 2
Family and friendships have formed a fantastic 100 years BY APRIL ZIEMER EDITOR@THEAMERYFREEPRESS.COM
Miss Amery, Ally de la Cruz, said, “Last September, the moment I was crowned, my jaw dropped (literally). Never in a million years did I expect that crown to land on my head. For a moment, everything went silent in my mind as I took
100 years ago, June 1920 featured some shining stars. Woodrow Wilson was running the nation as the 28th President of the United States, 17-year-old Lou Gehrig was discovered playing in the World Series of High Schools Tournament and a baby girl was born to Carl and Lena Warner in Black Brook Township that would shine as a loving family member and friend to all that know her. Lucy (Warner) Gust Lucy (Warner) Gust is celebrating her 100th birthday and when asked if she ever thought she would live to see 100, she simply said, “Isn’t it amazing.” She grew up with her parents who had immigrated from Norway and her five brothers and two sisters on a farm south of Amery near the East Immanuel Lutheran Church. Gust said growing up her family led a simple
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Amery royalty recently pitched in with food distribution at Ruby’s Pantry. L-R: First Princess/Miss Congeniality Ella Williamson, Miss Amery Ally de la Cruz, Third Princess Madilyn Heinn, Second Princess Kelsey Oman and Fourth Princess Emilie Koenig.
Queens Court finds unique ways to share the Amery love BY APRIL ZIEMER EDITOR@THEAMERYFREEPRESS.COM
Some might think being crowned to the “Miss Amery” court is all about riding through parades. What happens if there are no parades? Even COVID-19 cannot dull the
shine of the five girls who were crowned to represent Amery during the 2019 Amery Fall Festival. Despite circumstances, the Amery Royalty has been hard at work finding activities that allow them to spread joy to others, including a jaunt around Amery this upcoming weekend.
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be shot into the sky just south of the Amery School District campus. Spectators can watch from school parking lots. Limited concessions will be available. A map will be featured in next week’s Amery Free Press with more details of the layout. AMERY FALL FESTIVAL September seems so far away, but the committee that plans the Amery Fall Festival has been grappling with decisions about the event. Some outside vendors, such as Earl’s Rides, have notified festival planners that they will not be participating this year. While circumstances like these leave Fall Festival committee members feeling like some parts of the celebration are out of their control, they are moving forward with plans for a differ-
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JULY 18 & AUG 1 Band Boosters Car Wash The Amery High School Band Boosters will host a car wash from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Amery Slumberland parking lot. Free will donations to benefit the Band Boosters.
AUGUST 15 Battle For B Benefit for Bentley Humpal will be on Saturday, August 15 from 2 to 6 p.m. at the Amery Ice Arena. Come on out and “Battle for B�.
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Watch out for the pendulum BY TOM STANGL FROM THE PUBLISHER’S DESK
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ull disclosure: I’ll admit I’m an older white guy and because of my life experiences have precious little to offer in the discourse underway about racial equality. Like many of you, I am trying to make sense of the changing times and adapt while remaining true to who I am. That’s a tall order, but I think we are all capable of understanding a lot if we can keep an open mind and listen to others. Last week I read and listened to news coverage about steps being taken by businesses and the entertainment world to be more raPublisher cially inclusive. I have also been following the news about the Civil Tom Stangl War and I have a few thoughts. Our society tends to swing back and forth like the pendulum of a cuckoo clock, going from one extreme to another as one philosophy gains traction. Technology has accelerated the speed of the pendulum, in my opinion. The printing press was seen as a subversive tool by those in power, newspapers have been a force for change for centuries and now the internet spreads multiple viewpoints in the blink of an eye. Keeping on top of it all can seem like a full time job. Can we overcome centuries of subjugation by getting rid of movies made nearly a century ago and changing brand names of some packaged foods? I don’t think so, but it is something that can be achieved with a tweet. And, as we all know, that’s enough to fix anything. Aunt Jemima and Uncle Ben should have been retired long ago. They are old stereotypes from a time that has passed. Their rapid terminations last week made me wonder about other advertising icons. Mia, the native maiden from Land O’Lakes packaging, disappeared earlier this year. Robert DesJarlait, son of Patrick DesJarlait, the artist who designed Mia in 1954, wrote an interesting op-ed in the Washington Post about the Ojibwe origins of the design. DesJarlait never believed Mia was a stereotype and understands why she was removed. When these types of things get going, like the pendulum swing, they gain momentum. I can’t help but wonder if Betty Crocker, Mr. Clean, Chef Boyardee, Mario and Luigi, Little Debbie and Col. Sanders are on borrowed time. The fuss about “Gone With the Wind” is a bit more nuanced, in my opinion. Yes, the novel and movie romanticize the Antebellum South. Did southerners paint the past in rosier hues to deal with the loss of slavery and superiority? Certainly. Is the movie a documentary? Nope. Is it entertaining? Yes. Have an introduction about history when it runs. Novels, movies, fashions and even food brands are products of their times to be understood in context. Should we rename the 10 military bases named after Confederate soldiers? If the bases indoctrinated soldiers into racism or remained segregated, sure. Otherwise, leave it alone. The history made by the brave men and women who trained there is more important than the forgotten person the base is named after. Let’s leave Washington on the dollar bill and not tear down the Washington Monument and the Jefferson Memorial because they owned slaves. We are going to grapple with racism for many, many years. We need to learn from the past, not re-write it. 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.
You can take the girl out of Amery… BY APRIL ZIEMER EDITOR@THEAMERYFREEPRESS.COM
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am embarking on my two-year anniversary at the Amery Free Press. Some things have been harder than I imagined and many other things have made it a beautiful beginning to what I hope is a very long ride. In celebration of my “Workversary” I have decided to re-share excerpts from my very first column here, as 730 days later, though many things have Editor changed, I would April Ziemer say my sentiments in my maiden-voyage are still exactly the same. I was born on a classic cold and blustery December day at Apple River Valley Memorial Hospital in Amery. I have an old piece of mail from the year of my birth that was congratulation from the hospital and Doc Burns. The keepsake was addressed to “The Siegert Family RR2 Amery.” Rural Route 2 is now 115th Street and my husband and I purchased the property where I grew up. My first friends were made in Amery, many I am still in contact with today. There is something about growing up together in closeknit community that forever bonds a small town girl and her cohorts. I walked through the doors of the schools that shaped me in Amery.
I can recall each and every one of the faculty members that taught me, and whether or not they were my favorite at the time, every single one of them made an impact on me that have carried through on this journey. As a teen, my friends and I cruised this very same main street, stopping at “the tracks” on summer nights to figure out a game plan for excitement. We crossed our fingers to never get pulled over by Chief Holmes or his crew. These days it’s my old classmates, Officers Harris, Andren, Sykora and Elkin that the youngsters hope to sneak past. I worked my first job in Amery (thanks to Dave and Rose Maus), and I spent my first paycheck in this town too. Money never lasted long in my friends’ pockets or mine, as we would dash down to El’s Outlet for the latest in fashion crazes. Like many restless youth, I could not wait to make my escape. I wanted to see what was waiting for me outside of the city limit signs. After a handful of years of exploration, I came to the realization that there is only one place that calls you one of their own; for me that place was Amery. My husband (who hailed to this great city all the way from New Richmond) and I love watching our kids start their journeys here. Our greatest hope is that no matter where life takes them, they never forget from where they came. My ambition is that this position at the Free Press will allow me to give
back to the town that throughout the years has given so much to me. Many moons ago, I worked at the Amery Golf Course and Palmer Sondreal would always make time to chat before he hit the course. I remember thinking that he was pretty cool for an older guy and I could have listened to his stories about this town and the people that call it home forever. I hope that someday I can tell a story half as great as Palmer. Through quality articles that are informative, interesting, and occasionally inspiring, my goal is to connect with readers. Whether you are a reader that grew up roaming these same small town streets as I did, or someone who has had a journey that landed them into this community, I hope that you will see that I will work hard to report the area happenings to the best of my abilities and that you will find me to be approachable and reliable. I am looking forward to the challenge of keeping up with the constantly changing environment that surrounds us, while never wandering too far away from things that have never changed. It is those things that truly make this place home. I enjoy sharing my thoughts with you and I appreciate any thoughts that you share back. Feel free to email me at editor@theameryfreepress.com, write me at P.O. Box 424, Amery, WI. 54001 or I can be reached by phone at 715-268-8101
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clarity, libel, and civility. General letters to the editor are limited to 400 words or less. Readers may submit one letter for consideration every 30 days. Letters must include the writer’s full name, address, and phone number (address and phone number will not be printed). Anonymous letters will not be
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The Polk County Sheriff’s Office will participate in the Click It or Ticket seat belt initiative from June 22 to July 5 The Polk County Sheriff’s Office is joining law enforcement agencies throughout Wisconsin during the Click It or Ticket seat belt campaign from June 22 to July 5. “Despite advances in vehicle technologies, wearing a seat belt remains the most important and effective step motorists can take to prevent being injured or killed in a traffic crash,” said Sheriff Brent Waak “Simple actions such as buckling up, watching your speed and driving alert will help prevent many crashes and injuries, while also minimizing impacts on emergency responders and health care professionals.” Currently, Wisconsin’s seat belt use rate stands at 90.2 percent – the highest ever. Still, 44 percent of the car and light truck occupants killed in Wisconsin traffic crashes last year were not buckled up. “As always, our goal is voluntary compliance with traffic laws, Sheriff Waak said. “But when deputies observe violations, they’ll stop and talk with motorists to help ensure everyone is travelling safely and responsibly.” Last year (2019) in Wisconsin, there were 41,654 traffic convictions for failure to wear a seat belt.
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Seat belts save lives and prevent serious injuries • Consistent seat belt use is the single most effective way to protect motor vehicle occupants from being injured or killed in a crash. Air bags are an important safety enhancement, but only seat belts can prevent motorists from being ejected or thrown around violently inside a vehicle during a crash. More people are buckling up but there’s room for improvement • The good news is Wisconsin’s seat belt use rate is at its highest ever: 90.2 percent. Still, too many motorists fail to buckle up and are needlessly injured and killed in crashes. In 2019, 44 percent of car and light truck occupants killed in Wisconsin traffic crashes were unbuckled. • Looked at another way: currently in Wisconsin, about 10 percent of motorists fail to buckle up. Yet, this relatively small group accounts for nearly half of the drivers and passengers killed in car/truck crashes in Wisconsin every year. Teens, truck drivers among those least likely to buckle up • Traffic crashes are the leading cause of death for teens and young adults nationwide. • Teen-related crashes, injuries and deaths can be attributed in part to dangerous driving behaviors such as failure to buckle up and driving while distracted. • Observational surveys indicate the people least likely to wear a seat belt in Wisconsin are male drivers of commercial motor vehicles and pick-up trucks. Wisconsin seat belt laws • Last year (2019) marked the 10-year anniversary of Wisconsin’s “primary enforcement” seat belt law (allows law enforcement to stop/cite a motorist solely for not buckling up). Drivers can also be cited for every unbuckled passenger in their vehicle. • Since the primary enforcement law took effect on June 30, 2009, Wisconsin’s seat belt use rate has increased from 74 percent (in 2009) to over 90 percent (today). Last year (2019) in Wisconsin, there were 41,654 traffic convictions for failure to wear a seat belt.
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Don’t abuse freedoms GENE JOHNSON, PUBLISHER EMERITUS PRESS PUBLICATIONS, WHITE BEAR LAKE, MN
Special to The Amery Free Press. THE FIRST AMENDMENT of our Constitution provides for five important freedoms and they don’t deserve to be abused. The First Amendment reads, “Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances.” The First Amendment protects the rights of citizens to protest the Minneapolis police murder of George Floyd. But looting, burning of stores and destruction of businesses is an unacceptable way to protest the murder of George Floyd. Protests and demonstrations are not new in this 200 year old democracy. The protests of the 60s ranged from the Civil Rights movement to our Gene Johnson involvement in the Vietnam War. Subsequently we have experienced the Gay Rights Movement, the Environmental Movement, plus a number of issues have changed our lives in many ways. We have experienced a great deal of social change because of these movements, made possible by the First Amendment. The First Amendment allows us to speak to issues and redress government regarding its policies and legislation. The recent protests are an excellent example
that there is a need for change of police culture and how we provide safety and protection of citizens. It’s becoming clear that we may have expected police to perform too many roles. It’s also clear the training of officers is not adequate and/or disciplines and accountability are not adequate in some departments. The protests/protestors are rightfully calling attention to this. But action by others who damage property, injure people and place economic burdens on neighborhoods should never be acceptable and distract from the goal of the protest. Racism is so deep-seated we haven’t been able to overcome it. In the George Floyd case, people around the world were witnesses to a crime and saw no one take an immediate action when the officer was taking Floyd’s last breath away. Are we going to continue to be witnesses to injustice? Protests will continue to be in order, but if you are protesting the State government, go to the steps of the State Capitol. If you are protesting County government, go to the County Courthouse. If you are protesting issues in your own city, go to the City Hall and clearly state your issue. America has changed, but tough questions have been ignored. We have made some progress with equal opportunity and equal rights and I do not think there is justice for all. Hopefully, now is the time we no longer ignore the tough questions on racial inequality and the current protests will result in a major shift in America so there is more equal opportunity, equal rights and justice for all. Gene Johnson can be contacted at ppinfo@ presspubs.com.
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Police are needed It’s time to stand up, not kneel. You didn’t do anything wrong, you haven’t enslaved anyone. Only a few are racist. All men are created equal before God. In HIS eyes there is no color. He looks at your heart. The insanity of abolishing the police will only breed anarchy! Who are we gonna call when these anarchists, rapists and looters attack our families? That’s putting it gently. The only one we need to be concerned about kneeling before is the Lord Jesus Christ. We are told to love God with all our heart, mind, soul and strength and love our neighbor as ourself. Yes; there are a few bad apples among the thousands of moral and good cops and they should be brought to justice. But the numbers show the truth. In 2018 interracial violent crime incidents of white on black violence was at 59, 778, while black and white violence was at over half a million. (Bureau of Justice statistics) I’m not evil because I was born white or into so called “white privilege”. No matter the color of our skin we are made in the image of God and are fearfully and wonderfully made. Yet, we have all sinned and come short of the Glory of God and need to get right with Him and then with each other. We need the police to not be on their knees or bellies but on their feet, bikes and in their squads protecting our communities, homes, churches and businesses. What happened to “Blue Lives Matter”? All lives matter! The loudest voice and seemingly biggest crowd does not mean that makes them right. Actions speak louder than words. Truly peaceful demonstrations or or criminal destruction, theft and assault. America, we need to open our eyes and wake up and see what’s truly going on, an attack on our liberties, morality, censoring truth and dividing us against each other. Remember the song…”Red and yellow, black and white we are precious in His sight”. We all are. God bless, Ernie Pesik, Amery, WI
Amery Cemetery I came home this past Saturday, June 20th to visit my Mom and go out to the cemetery to visit my Dad. When driving into the entrance I noticed how beautiful the cemetery looked. I have always been so proud of our cemetery and how well maintained it continues to be.
The flowers were the most beautiful red I had ever seen. Not sure where they were purchased but whoever supplied them a big “Thank-you”! I would like to thank all the volunteers who took the time to set them inside all the pots! I’m writing this letter not only to thank the volunteers but to express my concern in front of the flags. There are three circular rounds with a small retaining wall that are full of weeds. Is this because no one had time to plant anything or is it a lack of funding? If it’s funding, the Schutte family will step up and plant annuals. We could plant Lily’s, Daisy’s or even my favorite Black-eyed Susan’s! I’m hoping someone can answer our questions so our family can take care of this. Sincerely, Susan & Cory Schutte
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Attempted break-in after bar close leads to numerous charges BY APRIL ZIEMER EDITOR@THEAMERYFREEPRESS.COM
Attempting to gain entry into a closed bar and repeatedly resisting officers led to charges of Disorderly Conduct, Resisting Officer and Criminal Damage to Property for Dominique Ronald Amos, 25, of Barron. According to Probable Cause, June 9, law enforcement was dispatched to Tippy Canoes in Osceola for a report of a male that was trying to break into the bar after closing. An officer arrived on scene and noticed a male in a gray shirt and a blue cap that dispatch described. The male was later identified as Amos. Allegedly as the officer approached Amos, it was noticed that he was intoxicated and swaying on his feet. The officer asked Amos where he was staying and he would not reply. The officer informed Amos the bar was closed and he needed to go home. Amos allegedly said, “No I need to get back in and get a smoke.” Amos was informed again the bar was closed. Amos turned around and pulled aggressively on the locked door causing the bar tender to run back into the building. The officer again told Amos it was time to go and Amos became angry and said “I am not leaving. What are you going to do?” Allegedly Amos attempted to go back to the door and law enforcement told him that he needed to leave. The officer got a hold of his left arm and he ripped his hand away, clenched his fists and told the officer he was not leaving.
Amos was told he needed to leave again and he refused. Law enforcement got a hold of Amos’s left arm and placed him into an escort hold. Amos attempted to pull away and allegedly said, “Your about to die. I am going to shoot you.” Amos reached back behind himAmos self and the officer performed a rear leg sweep and escorted Amos to the ground. Amos was told to stop resisting and he tucked his arms under his body and then rolled to his back. Dispatch was informed that someone was resisting and asked for another car to respond to the location. Amos lifted his leg and attempted to kick the officer after which law enforcement deployed pepper spray and told Amos to stop resisting or he will get sprayed. Amos said “Go expletive yourself.” The officer attempted to roll Amos over and he resisted. Amos was sprayed in the face with the pepper spray the officer held his arm while the spray took effect. Law enforcement drew their electronic control device (TASE) but reholstered it as they were able to get his left hand into a handcuff and secured it behind his back as he resisted. Eventually the officer was able to secure his right hand behind his back and secure it into a handcuff. Amos was told to stand to his feet and he refused. The officer lifted Amos to his feet. Amos resisted walking to the squad and when told
Polk County arrests Joseph V. Laval, 38, Centuria, was arrested June 9 for possession of THC and possession of drug paraphernalia. Dominique R. Amos, 25, Barron, was arrested June 9 for disorderly conduct, resisting an office and criminal damage to property. Joseph L. Voigt, 50, Star Prairie, was arrested June 9 for going armed while intoxicated. Brandon Joseph Collins, 24, Luck, was arrested June 10 for possession of child pornography. Jason Wayne Neely, 45, Luck, was arrested June 10 for possession of child pornography. Larry Leroy Allen, 52, Deer Park, was arrested June 11 for a probation hold, simple domestic battery and possession of THC. Jeffrey Alan Hacken, 22, Osceola, was arrested June 13 for strangulation, domestic disorderly conduct and domestic battery. Leigha M. Vansickle, 34, Frederic, was arrested June 14 for possession of methamphetamine and felony bail jumping. Terri Lynn Mester, 49, Clear Lake, was arrested June 11 for OWI (1st). Jacob Michael Prokosch, 25, St. Croix Falls, was arrested June 11 for OWI (1st) and disorderly conduct. Trevor Jordon Simon, 25, Webster, was arrested June 13 for failure to install ignition interlock device and operating after revocation (1st due to alcohol). Kevin Gerald Anderson, 60, North Branch, was arrested June 14 for OWI (8th) and open intoxicants in vehicle (driver). Scott O. Emerson, 33, New Richmond, was arrested June 12 for a New Richmond warrant.
to get into the car, Amos allegedly said, “Expletive you.” When Amos was sat on the seat, he attempted to head butt law enforcement. During interview with the bartender, the officer was told Amos was informed the bar was closing and he went behind the bar. Amos was told he could not be behind the bar and he became very angry. The bartender said Amos threatened her by telling her that his girlfriend is in the Marines. Amos allegedly said, “She is going to expletive up you face.” He also called her other expletives. She said she was able to trick Amos to go outside and locked the door behind him. Allegedly Amos became very angry and ripped off the screen of the bar damaging the screen. Allegedly Amos went all around the bar attempting to find a way in. the bartender said she looked outside and thought Amos grabbed a large while rock and was going to break a window with the rock, she feared for her safety and called the police. When she finished filling out her statement, the officer transported Amos to the Polk County Jail. While en-route to the jail, expletives continued and allegedly Amos kept hacking up flem and spitting it in the squad. At the jail, Amos was asked if he wanted to be treated for the pepper spray at the eye wash station. Amos cussed and continued to be verbally and physically combative with jail staff. He was secured into a cell.
Amery Police Report 06/12/20-06/18/20 06/12/20, 11:12 a.m., Welfare check 06/12/20, 01:50 p.m., Theft report 06/12/20, 02:44 p.m., Assist EMS 06/12/20, 03:42 p.m., Motor vehicle accident 06/12/20, 06:55 p.m., Trespassing complaint 06/12/20, 09:11 p.m., Suspicious activity 06/12/20, 10:22 p.m., Suspicious activity 06/12/20, 11:34 p.m., Disturbance 06/13/20, 12:16 a.m., Disturbance 06/13/20, 01:03 a.m., Assist EMS 06/13/20, 09 a.m., Property damage report 06/13/20, 01 p.m., Assist other agency 06/13/20, 02:23 p.m., Welfare check 06/13/20, 04:24 p.m., Motor vehicle accident 06/14/20, 12:53 p.m., 911 hang up 06/14/20, 12:59 p.m., Mental health call 06/14/20, 06:54 p.m., Assist other agency 06/14/20, 11:43 p.m., Underage drinking, property damage 06/15/20, 04:07 a.m., Assist other agency 06/15/20, 06:45 a.m., Suspicious activity 06/15/20, 11:30 a.m., Suspicious activity 06/15/20, 03:10 p.m., Keep the peace property exchange 06/15/20, 07:55 p.m., Disturbance 06/16/20, 06:38 a.m., Assist EMS 06/16/20, 03:25 p.m., Juvenile call 06/16/20, 04:39 p.m., Juvenile call 06/16/20, 09:20 p.m., Assist other agency 06/17/20, 01:44 a.m., Warrant arrest 06/17/20, 02:40 a.m., Animal control call 06/17/20, 10:05 a.m., Motor vehicle accident 06/18/20, 03:24 p.m., Animal control call 06/18/20, 06:56 p.m., Assist EMS ARRESTS: Thomas Edward Humphrey, 31 of Amery. St Croix County Warrant Timothy L. Stanek, 56 of Chippewa Falls. OWI 7th, Operating After Revocation, Non Registered Vehicle, Probation Hold Brett Melby, 23 of Amery. Operate UTV/ATV While Under the Influence, Operate UTV/ATV with BAC of 0.08 or more, Operate UTV/ATV On Highway
Twenty-three Polk County lakes participate in Aquatic Invasive Species Prevention Event SUBMITTED
No human virus is going to keep the fish from biting or summer from coming our way. However, due to Covid-19 Wisconsin’s annual summer campaign that reminds anglers and boaters to drain all lake and river water from their catches and equipment is undergoing a slight change in 2020. The annual Drain Campaign, normally held in early June, is being merged with the 4th of July week Landing Blitz. Better yet, the combined campaigns run from June 28 to July 5, the same week as the Great Lakes Regional Landing Blitz that includes launches in every state and Canadian province in the Great Lakes Basin. During the week, the Clean Boats, Clean Waters staff and volunteers will be giving away hard-sided ice packs to anglers. Each ice pack is stamped with the reminder to Drain Your Catch. Draining includes the water in fishing buckets and live wells. Any lake water added to your catch or water that comes in contact with the fish potentially carries disease or microscopic invasive animals,
such as the larvae of zebra mussels. Draining your catch as well as your boat and any other gear that takes on water is important for keeping our waters healthy. The Clean Boats, Clean Waters staff and volunteers will also be giving away the very popular boat towels carrying the Stop Aquatic Hitchhikers! message. The towels are used to help clean the boat and remove any easily seen plants from it and the trailer before leaving a launch. One ice pack or towel is given to each boat owner while supplies last. Wisconsin has approximately 300 launches participating. Lakes and rivers participating in Polk County’s Drain Campaign and/or Landing Blitz are Lake Wapogasset, Big Round Lake, Balsam Lake, Bone Lake, Amery Lakes, Magnor Lake, Ward Lake, Deer Lake, Big Blake Lake, Long Lake, Pipe Lakes, Half Moon Lake, Horseshoe Lake, Big, Round, and Church Pine Lakes, the Apple River Flowage, Cedar Lake, Long Trade Lake and the St. Croix River. No matter where you launch, always remember before you leave
the launch to: • Inspect boats, trailers and equipment for attached aquatic plants or animals. • Remove all attached plants or animals • Drain all water from boats, motors, live wells and other equipment • Never move live fish away from a water body • Dispose of unwanted bait in the trash • Buy minnows from a Wisconsin bait dealer • Only use leftover minnows when either 1) fishing with them on the same body of water or 2) on other waters if no lake/ river water or other fish have been added to the container. Following these steps also helps boaters comply with Wisconsin state law, which prohibits the transport of aquatic invasive species. To learn more about invasive species and their impacts to Wisconsin’s waters and economy, visit DNR.wi.gov and search “Invasive Species.”
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Pioneer Series - 1910 D. W. Johnston, of Amery D. W. Johnston was born April 25, 1834 in Fayette Co., Indiana and came to Polk County in 1868. Mr. Johnston was married August 26, 1860 at Fort Madison, Iowa. He enlisted at Keokuk, Iowa in January 1862 during the Civil War and served for 3½ years in Co. I, 15th Reg. Mr. Johnston has lived in Amery since 1901 and has held the office Justice of the Peace and Town Clerk.
George A. DeGolier, of Amery George A. DeGolier was born in Bradford, Pennsylvania, on September 10, 1849. He came to Polk County in October 1872 when he was 23 years old, and in 1874 took a homestead in East Lincoln. On April 2, 1875 he was married to Miss Mary Kerr. He has lived in Polk County 37 years and in Amery nine years. Mr. DeGolier has held offices as side supervisor of the Town of Lincoln for 3 years and as pathmaster for 3 years.
95 Years Ago June 18, 1925 Creamery Case Finally Settled Word has been received from Madison that the federal trade commission has finally handed down a decision in the case of the oleomargarine companies against the Wisconsin Cooperative Creameries Association of which there Yesterday’s were seventeen in Polk News and two in Burnett CounDiane Stangl ty, under the guidance of George A. Nelson as president. The order cites that the tactics of the creameries in passing a resolution asking merchants not to handle oleo, as it was a substitute and as such was “injurious to health” is in restraint of trade and unfair. Inasmuch as oleo is recognized as a food product for human consumption, the order of the commission to “cease and desist” this method of fighting the oleo interests followed after a deliberation of nearly two years. The creameries involved were the West Sweden, Eureka, Amery, Luck, Georgetown, Clayton, Lykens, Dresser Junction, Volga, Clear Lake, Atlas, Frederic, Milltown, Cushing, Apple River, Bone Lake, Centuria, Four Corners and Grantsburg.
90 Years Ago June 19, 1930 Thompson Motor Co. to Erect Building A large new garage, 38x110 feet, will be erected at once for the Thompson Motor Company. The building will be of brick, will occupy the lots just north of the Amery Auto Company’s
Fun at the beach In July of 1985, the Amery swimming beach was a popular place to be. After a slow start that year, due to cool weather, swimming picked up when temperatures climbed into the high ‘80’s and low 90’s. The only exception to the trend was the Fourth of July when temperatures were downright cool.
him just above the right temple. He swatted and killed the pest and walked back to the house to apply some medicine on the painful sting. Still determined to head south, he climbed back into the car only to find that he could hardly see to drive. With that warning, he made it back into the house and told his wife that he was mighty sick. Mrs. Johnson immediately called Dr. V. C. Kremser who hurried to the home where he found he victim unconscious and in extreme shock. Fact of the matter is that his pulse even lapsed during the ordeal. After several injections of adrenalin, Mr. Johnson rallied and was taken to the hospital where he had to stay for a day recuperating. What kind of insect was it? That has not been determined, but it does resemble the hornet family.
Bang Up Time building. A modern oil station will occupy a portion of the front while the balance of the building will be one of the most modern garages in this section, complete with shop, office, storage room, supply room, basement etc. This new building besides adding materially to the appearance of Amery’s main street, is another evidence of our growth as other evidence of our growth as it is the first building to be erected in the block to the north of the present business section.
B & D Opens Store at Wanderoos Burman & Dalberg have leased a building at Wanderoos and have a crew busy remodeling and reconditioning the place for occupancy about June 28th. When completed this will be one of the finest business places in the bustling village of Wanderoos and the citizens of that place and the surrounding community are to be congratulated on the acquisition of a branch store of Northern Wisconsin’s largest hardware merchandisers. A complete line of heavy and shelf hardware, farm implements, barn equipment, etc., will be stocked at all times and the buyer will have the advantage of Burman & Dalberg’s great buying power both as to price and completeness of stocks. The mother store in Amery and the stores in Clayton and Wanderoos will make a perfect local hook-up of local stores, owned and operated by local people with the interests of their community at heart and the will to do everything in their power for the promotion of these interests.
85 Years Ago June 13, 1935 Amery’s New Park Monday we visited the new Amery park project south of town for the first time and went over the ground with Mayor W. T Kennedy, L. A. Smiley, and
Paul Kraska. A natural bowl, the park grounds when finished will present one of the finest and most beautiful city parks in this section of the state. Once a swamp, the ground has been made solid, and of a vast level stretch of beauty, facing South Twin Lake. The city has purchased about 10 acres of land stretching from a roadway off highway 46, going in about 400 feet, then widening out to the full width of the park to the lake. The city also owns a quarter of a mile of shoreline on South Twin so that the shoreline not only will take up the entire park space, but will go north for some distance, affording people of this territory, and tourists, an exquisite site to bath and to picnic, for there will be a fine beach made, both for children and adults. Surveys, fills, and excavations have made a vast amount of work for the city council to go over and they are to be complimented on the fine job they have done thus far. Amery has in the making a beautiful park, and citizens should go down there and take a look at it.
75 Years Ago June 21, 1945 Amery Electric Changes Name Effective July 1, 1945, there will be no more Amery Electric Company engaged in the telephone business for on that date the corporation will change its name to the Amery Telephone Company. The change of name has been duly authorized by law following petition by the local concern to change its name.
ence to the real-life thriller he created Tuesday morning. It all came about when Tommy entered the car before the rest of the Brown family as they prepared to journey to Minneapolis. Having observed the routine motions of his father many times in “putting the show on the road,” Tommy turned on the ignition and stepped on the starter. The car responded to the command of the youthful driver with the motor beginning to purr and move as the vehicle had been left in gear. To further complicate matters, the car was headed directly towards the river with only the car of his grandmother, Mrs. Harry O. Brown, standing in the way. First on the scene was Mrs. Jack Brown whose screams attracted the attention of her husband who came dashing out of the home to see what the trouble was. Apparently a veteran traveler, Tommy had also locked the doors so that Jack could only force a few fingers through a no-draft ventilator, just enough to wield pressure on the wheel and change the course of the car so that it ran into the corner of a shed. Net result, one badly smashed fender, the corner of a shed knocked askew and three badly shaken individuals. As Mrs. Harry Brown pointed out later, perhaps, all adults could well observe greater caution when it comes to watching children around cars.
65 Years Ago June 23, 1955 Sting Causes Close Call
70 Years Ago June 22, 1950 Youngster Takes Over Family Car Three completely terrified adults will recover in time but Tommy Brown, two and one-half year old son of Mr. and Mrs. Jack Brown, is nonchalantly going about these days with an air of complete indiffer-
Take it from Oscar Johnson of Arlington Heights - insect stings are not to be taken lightly. Last Saturday morning, Mr. Johnson left the house about to drive downtown. On his way back, he stopped to pick up a board lying on the patio. As he picked it up, out zoomed a mostly black insect, which bit
Fireworks for the annual Fourth of July extravaganza are now on hand according to the local fire department. The free display, supported by Amery business and professional men, and engineered by the department will be held on the evening of the Fourth at Soldiers’ Field in Amery. One of the largest displays on record will be offered this year.
60 Years Ago June 30, 1960 Building Underway Stenberg Mortuary is in the process of constructing a new building on the corner opposite the Standard Oil Station. The new structure will be 56x78 feet when it is completed. Simonson Construction is in charge of building with John Goldsmith doing the present excavation. At the present time, the Stenberg Mortuary is located in the rear of the furniture store on Main Street.
55 Years Ago July 1, 1965 Not For Sale City officers Robert Pabst and Bert Millermon were busy confiscating illegal fireworks in the city last Tuesday. In making the rounds of city stores, the duo almost filled the trunk of the police car with fireworks prohibited for sale under state law. The officers asked that business places cooperate with the law, which bans everything but caps, sparklers, snakes and simple variations of them.
50 Years Ago June 25, 1970 Fennerns’s in New Location Fennern’s Jewelry completed the move to the “corner building” next to the Amery Free Press at the intersection of Keller and East Birch avenues. All merchandise is now on display at the new site. The firm formerly occupied quarters next to Sjobeck’s Mens Store.
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County continues to handle COVID-19 BY APRIL ZIEMER EDITOR@THEAMERYFREEPRESS.COM
A brief update was given pertaining to COVID-19 numbers in Polk County by Administrator Vince Netherland to the County Board June meeting. He said as of June 16, there had been 2780 negative tests. “The number of tests are going up in the county and 34 have been confirmed,” he said. There has been one death of a Polk County resident and said there was currently one patient hospitalized. Netherland said, “Nationally the positive testing rate has been as high as 13 percent and currently it is between 5 and 8 percent of anybody tested. In Polk County, the average is between 1.8 and 3.2 percent. So, because we were limited on tests you had to have significant symptoms in most cases to be tested. Of those the rate was between 1.8-3.2 positive.” He said a “hats off” should be given to people for maintaining social distancing and having good habits. He said the previous day the County had started what they were calling a re-entry plan for normal activities in Polk County government buildings. “We had many people who were working remotely as we had shut down some offices. Now all offices are open with at least one or two people in each. There are some things we are still doing to make sure our employees and visitors are safe,” said Netherland. All appointments are requested to be made in advance. He said the front desk in the lobby would remain. “We are still restricting the building to outside meetings and groups, simply because our janitorial staff is really working hard and we need to make sure people are not wandering through the building,” he said. He said the building has added plexiglass and windows and is always encouraging social distancing. Netherland said, “We will continue some remote working. What we found quite frankly is that some jobs are actually preforming better when they are not here, so we are using this as an opportunity to learn.” He said in terms of funding, the County has a Payroll Protection Program loan awarded to Golden Age Manor in the amount of $973,000. “This is a loan that is 100 percent forgivable if we use it appropriately. It is used for payroll for up to 24 weeks,” he said. He credited Chad Roberts, the Division Director for General Government, and Dana Reese and Janet Mabry of Amery’s Golden Age Manor, for applying for it quickly. Netherland said the county was still in the $90,000$100,000 range in terms of how much has been spent on COVID related expenses. He expects they will be completely reimbursed. He said, “FEMA has just announced that we can now submit expenses to them and we expect we will be reimbursed before the end of the year.” As of press time June 23, Polk County has had 40 residents test positve for COVID-19, an increase of six since this meeting took place.
GARDEN VARIETY
Garden remedies BY JULIE KUEHL
This is the time of year when a lot of things are happening in the garden. We’ve planned and planted. Unfortunately along with the veggies and flowers we will also get bugs (both good and bad), weeds and garden pests. This week I want to give you some ideas of things to help with those pesky issues. Weeds are part of having gardens. None of us like them. It is very difficult to have a pristine garden (veggies or flowers) without putting some time and effort into it. Before you pull out the sprayer of Roundup or Weed-Be-Gone you might want Garden to try these less invasive forms of weed control. If you have used Variety landscape fabric and mulch in your Julie Kuehl garden you will drastically cut Polk County down on your weeds. This will not Master completely eliminate weeds, but it Gardener will make weeding much easier. The next best solution is to use good old hand weeding. You should have a sharp hand held digging tool and try to get the roots as much as possible to keep the weeds from coming back. If your garden is larger or you have more weeds, you may want to try a solution of vinegar and a little dish soap to kill off the weeds (some people say to add salt). Here are some warnings. This solution will kill whatever it touches (similar to Roundup). If you add salt, it can act similar to Kills All and will ster-
ilize soil indefinitely. As with commercial products you should use caution if using this method. I know that insects can become troublesome in our gardens. I don’t like to use commercial insecticides for personal reasons. I have used various organic insecticides but do so sparingly. Several non-toxic methods to deal with insects would be to simply pick off the insects you see and hose the plants off or spray with a combination of water and soap. A solution of garlic and water will repel insects but not kill them. If your Hosta leaves are being eaten by slugs bury a pie tin level with the soil by the plants and fill with with cheap beer about an inch below the top and it is said they will crawl in and drown. Another slug remedy is a solution of 20% chewing tobacco and 80% used coffee grounds. (WARNING: tobacco can be harmful to cats and dogs). Controlling garden pests is always a battle. You’ve just planted some lovely annuals and the next day that cute little rabbit has devoured them. I have used several methods. I have live trapped with relocation in some cases. I have tried hot cayenne pepper sprinkled around plants (with some success). Some say that marigolds will help deter because of the scent. If deer are the problem there are several methods that will work in the short term – anything with human scent or anything with motion. Long term solutions would be fencing that is high enough to keep deer out. This touches on just a few common pesky garden issues. Until next time, keep gardening it’s great for the body and soul.
GOLF LEAGUES
Amery 18 Hole Ladies Golf League June 17, 2020 A Flight: Low Gross – Sheryl Forshier 84 Low Net – Kathy McIntosh 69 Low Putts – Sheryl Forshier 31 Game of the Day – Paula Fussy B Flight: Low Gross – Shirley Schmidt 102 Low Net – Ione Gjerde 73 Low Putts – Ione Gjerde/ Shirley Schmidt 30 Game of the Day – Anna Waterman C Flight: Low Gross – Lou John 115 Low Net – Judy Park 75 Low Putts – Vi Nelson 33
Game of the Day – Judy Park
Amery Women’s 9-Hole League June 17, 2020 Division A Low Gross – Morgan Brotzel – 44 Low Net – Tracy AndersonClaussen – 35 Low Putts – Tracy AndersonClaussen – 15 Game Of The Day – Tie – Morgan Brotzel And Katie Rinehart Division B Low Gross – Gwen Wold – 50 Low Net – Sherri Berg – 33 Low Putts – Tie – Gwen Wold, Sherri Berg, Sally Christenson, Sid Jones And Amanda Wold – 17 Game Of The Day – Heidi Maupin Division C Low Gross – Emily Russo – 52 Low Net – Mary Deziel – 36 Low Putts – Tie – Emily Russo And Mary Deziel – 18 Game Of The Day – Ore Schock Birdie – Katie Rinehart #11 Chip-In – Katie Rinehard #11
Clear Lake Ladies Golf League Week 4 (June 15-21) 2020 SUBMITTED
Four Hands Holsteins exhibits district champs Four Hands Holsteins, owned by Rick and Gwen Dado and family of Amery, exhibited the Grand Champion and Reserve Grand Champion of the Junior Show at the District 1 Holstein Show held June 15 in Chippewa Falls. The Grand Champion was Four Hands Mogul-4161, a 4-year-old cow, and the Reserve Grand Champion was Four Hands Don Juan-Aiden, shown in the 150,000-pound cow class. Both cows were shown by Hailey Clausen; they are pictured here with Hailey, second from left, and Ella Williamson, second from right. Both girls are members of the Beaver Brook Badgers 4-H Club and Amery FFA Chapter.
A Flight: Low Gross – Trudie Steinberger 46 Low Net – Diane Schradle 33 Low Putts – Carol Hougdahl, Barb Roy Game – Jessica Smith B Flight: Low Gross – Rachel Hansen 49 Low Net – Cindy Lundmark, Denise Severson 33
Low Putts – Laura Gehrman 15 Game – Rachel Hansen C Flight: Low Gross – Marianne Lillie 50 Low Net – Laura Breisemeister 28 Low Putts – Melissa Buhr, Sue Albright, Jody Hadac 18 Game – Jody Hadac D Flight: Low Gross – Sarah Heintz 54 Low Net – Jan Bergren 27 Low Putts – Andrea Legut 15 Game – Jan Bergren, Andrea Legut Birdies: Sherri Munkelwitz (#9), Cheryl Harshman (#3) Chip-Ins: Carolyn Brezina (#5) Sharks (34.83) defeat Chipper Chicks (36.75) Angry Birdies (36) defeat Slice Girls (37.5) Wild Whackers (34) defeat Nilssen’s Market Party of Fore (35.33) Happy Hookers (31.66) defeat Backwoods Hackers (37.4) Rowdy Rebels (36.33) defeat Goof Balls (40.28) Golf Bags (37) defeat 7 Brothers Grip it and Sip it (39) Standings: 1st – Happy Hookers, Rowdy Rebels, Angry Birdies, Golf Bags, Sharks 6th – Backwoods Hackers, Goof Balls, Wild Whackers 9th – Chipper Chicks, 7 Brothers Grip it and Sip it, Nilssen’s Market Party of Fore 12th – Slice Girls
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life. They were God fearing, hard working farm people. In early years she attended school at Northview on County Road A. It was a two-mile walk to school for her except for the times when her father would take them to school by sleigh. Eventually Gust attended high school in Amery, graduating in 1938. After graduating she worked at a bank in Deer Park before heading to the Twin Cities for her first taste of “City Life.” She worked at Miller Hospital, Emporium Department Store and at Northern Pacific Railroad in St. Paul. It was her first experience of true independence. A fond memory for Lucy was when she and some of her friends travelled by train to visit Chicago, which was rare for women at that time. These were all silver lining moments as WWII was approaching. On weekends she would travel back home and enjoyed watching baseball in Deer Park. This is where she met her future husband, Orville
Gust. Shortly after the two started dating, Orville was called to war. They corresponded through letters frequently, which may have been where Lucy developed her love for writing letters and sending cards. It was difficult having her future husband and brothers away fighting in the war, as you never knew if they were going to return, but letters from them always brightened her mood. For years Lucy has been passionate about letter writing. She never forgot a birthday and made sure a card was sent. She also has always enjoyed receiving letters and cards from others. The Gusts had five children and Lucy was always too busy relishing her life in Deer Park to ever have time to let things get her down. Lucy kept a great attitude while she baked bread, handled the wringer washer and chased after children. She always had the radio on. She was active at St. Paul Lutheran teaching Sunday school and participating in Ladies Aid. She was proud to be a homemaker, but some days get
Lucy in her younger years.
long being home all day. She was fortunate to have strong fellowship and camaraderie with other woman in Deer Park who remained life-long friends. Until the age of 84, Lucy lived in the Deer Park area where she loved playing cards. When it came to the game 500, everyone wanted Lucy as a partner. Although she has never been much into watching television, she is an avid Wheel of Fortune player and loved watching
AMERY AREA COMMUNITY CENTER ** THE AMERY AREA COMMUNITY CENTER WILL REMAIN CLOSED FOR THE TIME BEING. WE ARE CONSULTING SEVERAL HEALTH ORGANIZATIONS ON THE LATEST RECOMMENDATIONS. FOR THE SAFETY OF OUR MEMBERS WE WANT TO ENSURE THAT WE HAVE A PLAN SET IN PLACE BEFORE WE OPEN. OUR TENTATIVE OPEN DATE WILL BE SEPTEMBER 1ST, BUT IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE. ** Patience is defined as the capacity to accept or tolerate delay, trouble, or suffering without getting angry or upset Have you found yourself in a situation where you feel you might explode because the traffic is moving slow or you are stuck behind that one person in line whom you feel is taking too long or a child that has decided today day is the day they want to do everything by themselves and you are already running late? How have you dealt with that situation? Have you lost your top and everyone around you has to suffer the rest of the day or have you found a way to fight through and find patience and a little bit of inner peace at the same time? According to an article on Oprah.com there are four simple ways to hone your skill of patience, starting with stopping the reasoning of why you should not be here right now, and accept the fact you have “lost the battle, but not the war.” Second, settle into the moment, by doing this you will start to ease your body and your belly and shoulders should start to relax. Figure out how and why you are impatient, are you tense, breathing shallow, clenching? Focus on them closely. And lastly, see if you can open the tightness, take deep breaths, count to 10 or even 100 if needed give up trying to fix the situation, instead welcome it, once you do all this you can think a bit more clearly and find a solution to your problem and you may even have a better day because of it. Savor each moment, they go fast! Stay healthy and see you all soon! 2020 Memberships are due! Mail your dues to 608 Harriman Ave South, Amery WI 54001 and let us know of any updated information. • Like us on Facebook! Share our
“All in the Family” and Green Bay Packer games. When Lucy moved into Amery, first to Evergreen Village, then to River Bend and eventually to Willow Ridge, where she currently resides, it opened up a whole new world of new and meaningful friendships. Lucy especially loves Christmas time and has fond memories of the homemade gifts that were exchanged during her childhood. One of her favorite childhood memories was lighting real candles perched on their Christmas tree (a bucket of water was always within reach). Money was extremely tight. She said, “We were lucky if we got an orange and we appreciated it.” She knew that was not what the season was truly about. Lucy truly enjoyed her simple childhood where they made their own fun, spending time playing softball with neighbors in the summer and skiing, skating and sledding in the winter. These were ideals she passed down to her children and grandchildren, always encouraging and inspiring them
to use their imagination. Lucy has 10 grandchildren, two step-grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren. She is always quite excited when one is born with even a hint of red hair, as she knows it came from her. “Carrot Top” as she was called as a child, was always proud of her red hair. Lucy has been amazed by changes in technology. She once enjoyed shopping out of the Sears and Roebuck catalog and riding in a Model-T. Lucy did not have a telephone in her home growing up and is fascinated by what the modern day cell phone can do. Lucy’s family said Willow Ridge has been wonderful about finding unique ways for families to communicate with their loved ones during COVID-19. Because no visitors are allowed, visits have taken place through a GrandPad tablet. Lucy would love to receive cards to celebrate her big 1-0-0. When asked what her wish will be when she blows out her candles this year, Lucy replied, “Good health for my family and friends.”
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• Are you looking for a place to host a graduation party or family gathering such as a birthday party?? Did you know for the cost of $150 (as a member) or $200 (for non-member) you can rent the Amery Area Community Center for birthday parties, weddings, or anniversary celebrations, even end of life celebrations? This cost includes the rental of the main hall and use of commercial kitchen. We will also work with profit and nonprofit organizations to help with the perfect meeting place. Call 715-268-6605 and leave a message for available dates. • 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 715-2686605 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 months per year! This is our way of saying your health is important to us!
• Want to get a complete workout in just 30 minutes? Do you enjoy walking on a treadmill? Get all of that for just $10/month if you are a member of the Amery Area Community Center. Our hours when we reopen are 7am4:30pm M-Th & 7am-3pm on Fridays. There are no contracts to lock into and no hidden fees. Come down and check us out! • 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. Jen Tyman, Interim Director
Summer Info: S f Registration this year for our youth summer events can be a bit confusing! Check out the simple how-to on our Summer Reading page at amerylibrary.org/ summer-reading. • Do you want to sign up for a craft kit for kids? Click the Page Turner Adventures poster. • Do you want to sign up for a reading log to read for prizes? Click the Beanstack poster. Summer Reading (June 1-July 31): This year you can choose how to participate! We are offering Beanstack (digital logs) or traditional paper logs. Earn a prize & a free book by participating and reading!! Find ALL the registration info at amerylibrary. org/summer-reading.
Summer Performers & Programs: PageTurner Adventures will be providing online summer programming! Each week will feature a different theme! Registration is required weekly for craft supply kits. Supply list will also be featured online (most crafts use household supplies). Find more information on our Summer Reading page at amerylibrary.org/summer-reading.
PageTurner Adventures (Craft Programs): Online weekly events for kids & families! Visit amerylibrary. org/summer-reading for more details & information! • Mondays: Comedy shows • Tuesdays: Craft for younger kids • Wednesdays: Author visits • Thursdays: Craft for older kids • Fridays: Guest performers Teen Craft Kits: Sign up for a craft kit for your teen! Visit amerylibrary. org/summer-reading and click on the TEEN posters for more info! Summer Reading is here! The Amery Area Public Library has great programs for kids, teens, and adults, and they will all be accessible digitally. You will still be able to log reading, participate in challenges, and win prizes, using the Beanstack app on your mobile device or comput-
er. Visit our website to register. Can’t do digital? That’s ok! Call the library for assistance. June Craft Kit: If you’ve registered for your Lemon Slice Coaster kit, check your email for instructions-including a link to our very first How-To Video! You can also visit our Facebook page to see the video. Lawn games are here! We’ve purchased a bunch of lawn games which are available for 2-week checkout. Enjoy the best the summer weather has to offer by playing Kubb, Bean Bag Toss, Ladder Golf, Ring Toss, Croquet, Flickin’ Chicken, and more. We’re very excited to offer this great new service to our patrons! You can place holds in the MORE catalog or call the library for assistance, Monday through Thursday, 9 am to 4 pm. Check our Facebook page and our website for more information. Books & Brews: Our next meeting will be on Thursday, July 9th at 6 PM. We will be discussing The Moonstone by Wilkie Collins, available as an ebook on Libby. Check your email for the current Zoom link, and if you’d like to be added to the email list, let Heather know at hwiarda@ amerylibary.org Puzzles! We’ve added new puzzles to our popular puzzle collection! We’ve got a Swiss Castle, a round Unicorn Garden, Snack Treats, and more.
Curbside Pick-up and Returns are still here! In case you missed it, the Amery Area Public Library is now serving patrons with curbside pick-up (by appointment only) and returns, Monday-Thursday, 9 AM to 4 PM. Holds for local items can be placed via the MORE catalog or by emailing us at curbside@amerylibrary.org. You may call us to schedule your pick-up time. Returns MUST be placed in specially marked bins ONLY on Monday-Thursday, 9 AM to 4 PM. As always, feel free to call with questions, 715-268-9340. See our website or FB page for more details!
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AREA CHURCHES AMERY CONGREGATIONAL 201 N. Harriman Ave., Barry Schaefer, pastor 10 am Sunday parking lot service. Youth group meets July 1 from 4-7 p.m. with picnic lunch. AMERY FREE LUTHERAN 1 mile west of golf course on CTH F, Eric Christenson, pastor, www.ameryflc.org. Call the office for details 715-268-9218. APPLE RIVER COMMUNITY 942 US Hwy. 8, Amery, Justin Hosking, pastor 10 am Parking lot service or during inclement weather, enter the church. Spacing provided per COVID-19. Listen to the service at 1 pm on Sunday on 93.1 FM or livestream on Apple River Church Facebook at 10 am. BALSAM LUTHERAN 1115 Mains Crossing, Amery, Dan Watland, pastor, 507-459-1141, Church 715-268-9291, balsamlutheranchurch.org. CENTERPOINT 740 Maple Drive, St. Croix Falls, (High school) Dick Enerson, pastor CHURCH OF CHRIST New Richmond, Jack Philips, Evangelist, 715497-7596 CLEAR LAKE OR DEER PARK UNITED METHODIST John Hazen, pastor DERONDA LUTHERAN 1239 65th Ave., Amery, Lori Peper, pastor, 715268-9577 Broadcasting church services on the WPCA 93.1 FM radio station Sunday mornings at 8 am. See our website for up-to-date scheduling www.derondachurch.net. EAST BALSAM BAPTIST 1816 108th St./CTH I, Balsam Lake, www. eastbalsam.org 715-857-5411 9am Worship Service live streaming at www. eastbalsam.org. On the homepage, click “YouTube” at the top. EAST IMMANUEL LUTHERAN south of Amery on Hwy. 46 then west on 20th Ave., Kathy Pennington, pastor. Sunday Worship on Facebook Live at 10:30 am. Services are available on YouTube later. Phone dial-in option is also available. Please contact the church office for dial-in access. Visit eastimmanuel-lutheran.org for the link to our YouTube channel and up-to-date information. EAST LINCOLN ALLIANCE
735 70th Ave., Amery, 715-268-2350, www. eastlincolnalliance.com, Eric Danielson and Randy Schussman, pastors EL SALEM BAPTIST/TWIN FALLS CHRISTIAN CTR Dresser, Darryl R. Olson, pastor ELIM LUTHERAN Range, Dan Watland, pastor FAITH LUTHERAN (ELCA) 301 1st Ave. East (across from public beach on Co. Rd. I) Balsam Lake, 715-485-3800, Diane Norstad, pastor FAITH LUTHERAN (ELCA) 134 Prentice St. S, Clayton, Margaret Grant, pastor FIRST LUTHERAN 240 Elm St., Amery, Tim Bjorge, pastor FIRST LUTHERAN (LCMC) 811 South Ave. W, Clear Lake www.firstluthclearlake.com, Bryan S. Anderson, pastor 10 am Worship via Facebook Livestream or Drive-Up Listening on 87.9 FM. FIRST PRESYTERIAN 719 Nevada St., St. Croix Falls, Barbara Anne Keely, pastor FOREST UNITED METHODIST John Hazen, pastor full gospel lighthouse GRAYTOWN, Merlin Burton, pastor GEORGETOWN LUTHERAN (ELCA) 877 190th Ave. Co. Rd. G, Balsam Lake (Fox Creek) 715-857-5580, serving@ georgetownlutheran.net, Pastor Diane House GRACE LUTHERAN - WELS 460 4th St., Clear Lake, Ellery W. Groth, pastor 715-491-4330 HOLY TRINITY ORTHODOX 511 1st St., Clayton, 715-948-2493, htoc@ amerytel.net, Chris Wojcik, pastor HOLY TRINITY UNITED METHODIST 1606 165th Ave., Centuria, on CTH I between Balsam Lake and Centuria, Yul Kwon, pastor IMMANUEL EV. LUTHERAN (LCMS) 124 E. Church St., Clayton, lmmLCLCMS@ centurytel.net, 715-541-2955, Gregory Becker, pastor IMMANUEL LUTHERAN 65th Ave., rural Clayton, Margaret Grant, pastor JOURNEY CHURCH 131 Broadway St., Amery, Derek Downs, Lead
Pastor, 715-268-2223, www.journeychurch. city, office@journeychurch.city Streaming online on Sundays at 9am on our YouTube channel (Amery Journey Church). LITTLE FALLS LUTHERAN 1272 44th Ave., Amery, Lori Peper, pastor 715268-9577 Broadcasting church services on the WPCA 93.1 FM radio station Sunday mornings at 8 am. 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 MENNONITE CHURCH 1681 6 1/2 St., Co. Hwy. P North, Almena, 715357-3321 MOE LUTHERAN (ELCA) 451 30th St., Clear Lake NEW LIFE COMMUNITY Amery, Craig Jorgenson, pastor OTTERCREEK CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP Glenwood City Civic Center, Jason Taylor, pastor OUR LADY OF THE LAKES CATHOLIC Balsam Lake Father Eugene Murphy, pastor OUR SAVIOR’S LUTHERAN 217 Deronda St., Amery, Keith Ruehlow, pastor PRAIRIEVIEW COVENANT 1396 210th Ave. (2 miles north of New Richmond on 65) Tim Coyer, pastor, www. prairieviewchurch.net REDEEMER LUTHERAN 600 S. Keller Ave., Amery, Tom Hahn, pastor Redeemer Lutheran Church will have weekly recorded services on our church Facebook page or website www.redeemerlutheranchurchamery.com. REEVE EVANGELICAL FREE Jct. Barron CTH K & A, Clear Lake, www. reevechurch.org ST. BARNABAS EPISCOPAL 365 5th St., Clear Lake, Rev. Geri E. Sola ST. CROIX UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST FELLOWSHIP 201 N. Adams, St. Croix Falls www.scuuf.org ST. JOHN’S CATHOLIC Clear Lake, Fr. John Long, pastor Masses suspended until further notice. ST. JOSEPH CATHOLIC
1050 Keller Ave. N, Amery, Father Eugene Murphy • 715-268-7717 • stjosephamery.org ST. JOHN LUTHERAN Forest, John Wilman, pastor 8am Sunday Worship Service ST. PAUL LUTHERAN Deer Park, John Wilman, pastor 9:30 am Sunday Worship Service SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST 76 20th Ave., Clear Lake, John Redlich, pastor 715-645-2230; Head Elder Norman Britain 715-263-2457 THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS 644 S. 6th St., Barron, Chapel 715-537-3679 Bishop Kenneth Konesky 715-719-0283 TRINITY LUTHERAN OF GARFIELD 1578 85th Ave., Amery Lori Peper, pastor 715-268-9577 Broadcasting church services on the WPCA 93.1 FM radio station Sunday mornings at 8 am. See our website for up-to-date scheduling www.trinitylutheranchurchofamery.com. UNITED COVENANT 348 5th St. NW, Clear Lake, Dan Pearson, pastor 10 am Sunday Worship Service. UNITED METHODIST, GLENHILLS PARISH Marybeth Scow, pastor WEST IMMANUEL LUTHERAN (ELCA) 447 180th St., Osceola, Pastor Matt Saarem, Interim Pastor, www.westimmanuel.org, 715294-2936 9 am Sunday Ouutdoor Worship with Holy Communion. (Inclement Weather: Sanctuary)
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Marlin Klatt Marlin Klatt, age 82 of Clayton, WI, passed away on May 11, 2020, at Willow Ridge Healthcare Care, Amery, WI, from a short illness and complications of Parkinson’s Disease. Marlin Stewart Klatt was b born on June 26, 1937 to Otto a and Elsie (Kennetz) Klatt in C Clear Lake, Wisconsin. He g grew up in Clear Lake, gradu uated from high school and w went on to college at UW-Rive er Falls where he graduated. IIn 1957, he married Earlene F Fausch and three daughters w were born in River Falls, WI. Marlin accepted his first teaching position at Clayton High School. The family moved to Clayton, Wisconsin, and Marlin built their home in Clayton and lived there until he became ill and moved to Willow Ridge. Marlin
Samantha Jeanne Longo Samantha Jeanne Longo, age 69 of Amery, WI passed away unexpectedly on June 20, 2020 at Regions Hospital in St. Paul, Minnesota. Sam was born on September 17, 1950 in Lemon, South Dakota, the daughter of Eugene and Rita Mistelski. She graduated from Coon Rapids High School, the Class of 1968. Sam was a skilled Inspector, having worked for Sunstrand Aviation as well as Polaris Industries and many others. Having lived in Denver, Colorado for much of her life, Sam was a die-hard Denver Broncos fan and thought to this day that one day she would marry John Elway. Sam’s hobbies included watching favorite television shows such as, “Cheers”, “The Golden Girls”, and basically anything on the Hallmark or Lifetime Channel.
subsequently taught in Glenwood City and finished his teaching career there. He also obtained a Master’s Degree from Winona State University and was the high school football, basketball and baseball coach at Clayton and the high school basketball coach at Glenwood City. He was a standout athlete in high school and enjoyed playing as well as coaching during his teaching career. He was a baseball umpire and an avid Wisconsin Badgers, Milwaukee Brewers and Green Bay Packers fan. Marlin built the family home in Clayton and two log lodges on the family hunting land, known as Klatt Kamp. He loved the land in Lorain Township and looked forward to the hunt each fall. He enjoyed wood working, carpentry and was an accomplished hunter and fisherman. His Canada fishing trips and spectacular catches were very special to him and he looked forward to the trip each year. Additionally, Marlin served on the Clayton Village Board for many years as well as the Clayton School Board. Marlin was preceded in death by his wife, Earlene; granddaughter, Sophia; father, Otto; mother, Elsie;
brothers Richard, Kenneth, Douglas, Duane; sisters Eileen Larson, JoAnne Ploszay, Barbara Decker, Sharon Kuhl. He is survived by daughters Kathy (Earl) Ostertag, Karen Kjeseth, Susan (Gary) Irwin; five grandchildren, Casey (Lisa) Kjeseth, Courtney (Jesse) Blakesley, Cody Kjeseth, Elizabeth Cockroft, Michael Cockroft; two great grandchildren, Delilah Kjeseth, Drake Kjeseth; sister Shirley (Tom) Higgins, sisters in law Olive (Richard) Klatt, Beverly (Kenneth) Klatt, Dona (Douglas) Klatt, Pauline (Duane) Klatt; brothers Wendell (Jan) Klatt, Arnie (Laurene) Klatt, and many other extended family members and friends. A Celebration of Life service will be held at 11:00 am on Saturday, June 27, 2020 at The Mumm Barn, 944 40th St., Clayton, WI. A visitation will be held from 10 to 11:00 am prior to the service at The Mumm Barn. Interment will be at the Clear Lake Cemetery. To sign an online guest book and view a video tribute, visit www.williamsonwhite.com. Williamson-White Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Amery, WI is handling the arrangements.
She loved doing puzzles and playing cribbage. She had a gracious and tender heart and loved to greet people with loving hugs. She had a wonderful way of finding humor in any situation. Sam will remain in the h hearts of her son, Noah L Longo, and sister, Dona ((George) Edwards; nieces a and nephews: Mike (Steph) N Norris, Ryan and Stacie B Benson, great nieces and g great nephews: Shelby, A Antley, and Earl (Emily N Norris), and Teagan and N Nadia Benson; great-great nephew, A.J. “Little Man”. She was preceded in death by her parents, Gene and Rita Mistelski; brother, Rick
Mistelski, sister Jill Mistelski; grandparents, John and Anna, and Albert and Helena Mistelski, and ex-husband, Terance Longo. Celebration of Life will be Friday, June 26 from 2-5 p.m. at Birch Street Bar, Amery, Wisconsin.
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Cheers to 33 years of family owned Amery Discount Liquor! “We love retail, it is just part of our blood,” said Kevin Smith, who owns the family business with his mother, Karen. Smith said his wife and kids are a great help at the store and he also attributes the business’s success to their helpful and kind employees, some of which have been there for many years. Amery Discount Liquor is the area’s destination for hardto-find beer, wine and spirits. The store is now carrying a large variety of local specialties; offering refreshing finds from Hudson, Menomonie, New Richmond, Stillwater,
Ashland, Iron River and the Dancing Dragonfly Winery, located just 18 miles northwestest of Amery. Shop their gluten free, sugar free and low calorie alcoholic beverages. Smith said the store has many new hard seltzers in stock. Some things have been more difficult to keep in stock as suppliers are running low, but he asks that Amery Discount Liquor shoppers be patient as they are constantly working on keeping all of your new finds and long-time favorites loaded on the shelves. Don’t forget to grab some bulk root beer, perfect for grad-
uation and summer parties. The staff is ready to help with all of your celebration needs. You’ll find Amery Discount Liquor just across from Riverplace Mall on Amery’s south side, with a handy covered parking area that keeps you dry when the weather isn’t. Their hours are easy to remember, open nine-to-nine every day. Find us on Facebook for current specials and more! “Western Wisconsin’s largest variety of fine wines & spirits at discount prices!”
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CCOOKING WORLD Tidbit: Kindness and politeness a are not over rated at all. They’re u under-used. (Tommy Lee Jones) It is time for Rhubarb Pie. This is Carolyn Lumsden a an older recipe but is tasty and almost 715-483-9738 everyone will enjoy it.
RHUBARB CUSTARD PIE You will need two unbaked pie crusts for this recipe. Beat together in bowl: 2 eggs 3 T. milk 1-3/4 c. sugar 4 T. flour 1/4 tsp. cinnamon 1 tsp. vanilla Cut 2 pounds rhubarb into 1" pieces (4 c.) Add the rhubarb and mix. Spoon the filling into pie shell. Dot with: 2 T. butter, cut into small pieces Put the other pie crust on top (or cut into 1/2" strips and weave them over the filling). Seal the edges by making a stand-up fluted edge. Brush pastry with bit of milk, and sprinkle some sugar on top. Bake at 400˚ for about 45 minutes or until pastry is a golden brown. Hint: If you’re using the whole crust on top, make sure you make a few slices in the crust to let the steam escape. If you have a bunch of leaf lettuce, try this dressing recipe. It is an old, old recipe from years past but is tasty and easy to make, too.
DRESSING FOR LEAF LETTUCE You will need about 8 c. torn lettuce. Combine and drizzle over lettuce and toss lightly to coat: 1/2 c. sugar 1/4 c. cider vinegar 1/3 – 1/2 c. half and half (or evaporated milk) 2-3 T. sliced green onions, optional
1 c. dried cherries (or raisins, craisins, etc.) 1 c. semi-sweet chocolate chips 1 c. nuts of your choice, coarsely chopped (peanuts, pecans, walnuts, pistachio nuts, cashews, etc.) Put heating tablespoonsful onto ungreased baking sheet about 2" apart. Bake at 375˚ for about 10-12 minutes or until golden brown. Leave on sheet for 2 minutes then remove to wire racks to cool completely. Makes about 2 dozen cookies. This casserole is made in a deep skillet on your stovetop.
1-1/2 cloves garlic, thinly sliced 1 c. grape or cherry tomatoes, halved Combine and drizzle over all: 3 T. water 1 T. olive oil Sprinkle with bit of salt. Cover and cook in skillet on low for about 25 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Uncover and cook until liquid almost all evaporates. Garnish with parsley, if desired. Serves 4-6. This is the famous Disney World Cheese Sandwich.
SUMMER VEGETABLE STOVETOP MEAL Line baking sheet with foil and put on the foil, skin side up: 1 medium yellow bell pepper, seeds and membrane discarded 1 medium red bell pepper, seeds and membrane discarded Put under hot broiler and broil until darkened, about 8 minutes. Remove and let cool a bit and put into plastic bag. Seal. Let peppers stand 5 minutes, remove, peel and cut into strips. Heat 1 T. olive oil in skillet over medium heat and add: 1 pound small potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/4" slices Toss potatoes to coat well. Spread into a single layer in the skillet. Put over the potatoes, slice about 1/4" thick: 4 c. sliced sweet onion 2 c. sliced zucchini 1 c. sliced yellow squash Sprinkle on top: 1 T. chopped fresh basil 1/4 tsp. salt 1/8 tsp. pepper 1-1/2 cloves garlic, finely sliced Arrange on top of the above: The broiled and sliced peppers Sprinkle on top: 2 T. freshly chopped basil
DISNEY’S WORLD GRILLED CHEESE SANDWICH You will need 8 slices of bread. Combine: 1/2 c. cream cheese, softened 1/2 c. shredder cheese 2 T. heavy cream 1/4 tsp. salt Spread this on the slices of the 8 slices of bread. Put 1 slice cheddar onto 4 slices of bread. Add 1 slice provolone cheese on top of the cheddar cheese. Combine: 1 c. mayonnaise 1-1/2 tsp. minced garlic 1/2 tsp. coarse salt Put the sandwich together (to make 4) and brush both sides of sandwich with the mayo mixture. Grill over medium heat on each side for 2 minutes or until golden. Makes 4 sandwiches. Tips: To butter the whole cob of sweet corn, put corn skewers on each end and rub over a 1/4 pound stick of butter. Cook pasta or ramen noodles in a metal strainer in the hot water. When done, lift out strainer and drain. When cooking rice, add a squeeze of lemon juice to prevent rice from sticking together.
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Time is flying by Can you believe that next week is the Fourth of July? Time always does fly by but this year even with the “different” times, it is still going very fast! And here is an important question that my farming family checks each year…Will the corn be knee-high by the Fourth? Some of the annual activities that go along with the Fourth of July have been cancelled but there are still events that will be happening. Please check elsewhere in this issue and also Pounding in next week’s issue for details. the “Meet Your Amery Pavement Business”…this week’s Pam Humpal featured business is Amery Discount Liquor. The Smith family has owned Amery Discount Liquor for 33 years, and is proud of the service and products they offer their customers. Amery Discount Liquor is located on the south end of Amery, across from the Riverplace Mall. As you may know, we had a benefit scheduled for one of my grandsons that
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had to be postponed a few months back. We now have a new date for the “Battle for B”…Saturday, August 15, from 2-6pm at the Amery Ice Arena. There will be a silent auction, live auction, raffles, kid activities, gun raffles, free-will donation appetizers, and much more. Please mark your calendars for this fun event! Your support and prayers are greatly appreciated by my family! Happy Birthday this week to my niece, Cassidy, on June 28; to my sister-in-law, Peg, on June 28; and to my nephew, Tyler, who will be 16 years old on June 30. Enjoy your special days!
Golf team – Me, Linda, Sally & Sid.
Happy 20th Anniversary to my nephew and niece-in-law, Brian and Kelly, on June 24. Also Happy Anniversary to my sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Elaine and Paul, on June 26. Enjoy your day! And speaking of birthdays…thank you to everyone who made my birthday “week” very special. I have the best family and friends ever! I even got picked up on my birthday in a Thunderbird Convertible…very classy! During my birthday week I had a chance to join the girls on the golf course for the Basketball Booster Tournament. My golf equipment consisted of
a putter and a pink ball…and I am very proud to say that I never lost the pink ball! Thanks for the fun afternoon! As we wind down on June Dairy Month, here are a few more trivia tidbits for you… • A cow spends about 6 hours eating, and 8 hours chewing its cud each day • Vanilla is America’s favorite ice cream flavor • *t takes 21.8 pounds of milk to make one pound of butter • An average cow produces 7-9 gallons of milk a day or around 128 glasses Have a great week, and enjoy the great outdoors!
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STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE NAME CHANGE OF: Jordyn Kyler Troff By (Petitioner) Amanda L. Anderson Amended Notice and Order for Name Change Hearing Case No. 20CV62 NOTICE IS GIVEN: A petition was filed asking to change the name of the person listed above: From: Jordyn Kyler Troff To: Jordyn Kyler Troff Anderson Birth Certificate: Jordyn Kyler Troff Anderson IT IS ORDERED: This Petition will be heard in the Circuit Court of Polk County, State of Wisconsin: Daniel J. Tolan Polk County Justice Center, Branch 1, 1005 W Main, Balsam Lake, WI 54810 on August 3, 2020 at 2:30 p.m. IT IS FURTHER ORDERED: Notice of this hearing shall be given by publication as a Class 3 notice for three (3) weeks in a row prior to the date of the hearing in the Amery Free Press, a newspaper published in Polk County, State of Wisconsin. BY THE COURT: Daniel Tolan Circuit Court Judge June 1, 2020 (June 16, 23, 30)
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STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE NAME CHANGE OF: Jaxyn Karl Troff By (Petitioner) Amanda L. Anderson Amended Notice and Order for Name
Change Hearing Case No. 20CV61 NOTICE IS GIVEN: A petition was filed asking to change the name of the person listed above: From: Jaxyn Karl Troff To: Jaxyn Karl Troff Anderson Birth Certificate: Jaxyn Karl Troff Anderson IT IS ORDERED: This Petition will be heard in the Circuit Court of Polk County, State of Wisconsin: Daniel J. Tolan Polk County Justice Center, Branch 1, 1005 W Main, Balsam Lake, WI 54810 on August 3, 2020 at 2:30 p.m. IT IS FURTHER ORDERED: Notice of this hearing shall be given by publication as a Class 3 notice for three (3) weeks in a row prior to the date of the hearing in the Amery Free Press, a newspaper published in Polk County, State of Wisconsin. BY THE COURT: Daniel Tolan Circuit Court Judge June 1, 2020
address of 400 Deronda St., Amery, WI 54001. THE COURT ORDERS: 1. The Petition be heard at the Polk County Courthouse, 1005 W. Main St., Balsam Lake, Wisconsin, Branch 1, before Circuit Court Judge/Circuit Court Commissioner Daniel J. Tolan on July 7, 2020 at 2:00 p.m. 2. The deadline for filing a claim against the decedent’s estate is September 25, 2020. 3. A claim may be filed at the Polk County Courthouse, Balsam Lake, Wisconsin, Room 500. 4. Heirship will be determined at the hearing on petition for final judgment.
5. Publication of this notice is notice to any persons whose names or addresses are unknown. /s/ Daniel J. Tolan Circuit Court Judge June 11, 2020 (June 16, 23, 30)
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STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: Courtney O. Kuckler Notice Setting Time to Hear Application and Deadline for Filing Claims (Informal Administration) Case No. 20 PR 31 PLEASE TAKE NOTICE:
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1. An application for informal administration was filed. 2. The decedent, with date of birth June 9, 1925 and date of death May 11, 2020 was domiciled in Polk County, State of Wisconsin, with a mailing address of 185 North Street, Amery, WI 54001. 3. The application will be heard at the Polk County Courthouse, 1005 W. Main Street, Balsam Lake, Wisconsin, Room 500, before Jenell Anderson, Probate Registrar, on July 14, 2020 at 9:00 a.m. 4. The deadline for filing a claim against the decedent’s estate is September 30, 2020. 5. A claim may be filed at the Polk County
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Courthouse, 1005 W. Main Street, Balsam Lake, Wisconsin, Room 500. 6. This publication is notice to any persons whose names or address are unknown. The names and addresses of the following interested persons (if any) are not known or reasonably ascertainable: Todd Thomas. /s/ Jenell L. Anderson Probate Registrar June 17, 2020 Ann E. Brose Doar, Drill & Skow, S.C. PO Box 388 New Richmond, WI 54017 715-246-2211 Bar Number 1019597 (June 23, 30, July 7)
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STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: Rosemary T. Bittorf Order Setting Time to Hear Petition for Administration and Deadline for Filing Claims (Formal Administration) Case No. 20 PR 24 PLEASE TAKE NOTICE: A Petition for Formal Administration was filed. THE COURT FINDS: The decedent, with date of birth September 5, 1929 and date of death January 10, 2018, was domiciled in Polk County, State of Wisconsin, with a mailing
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PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the Plan Commission of the Village of Clayton will meet at 6:15 p.m. on the 13th day of July 2020, at the Village Municipal Building, 133 Clayton Ave East, Wisconsin 54004, for the purpose of holding a public hearing to consider the proposed Project Plan and creation of Tax Incremental District #3. The proposed Tax Incremental District #3 includes parcels located in the Village of Clayton, Polk County, Wisconsin. The attached map details the boundaries of the proposed Tax Incremental District #3. Tax Incremental District #3 will be classified as a mixeduse district based on the identification and classification of the property proposed to be included in the District. It is anticipated that the proposed project plan may include costs incurred in the proposed boundary and located within a one-half (1/2) mile radius of the district boundaries within the Village. It is also anticipated that the project costs may include cash grants made by the Village to property owners, lessees or developers of land that is located within the district, as part of a development agreement. A reasonable opportunity will be afforded to all interested persons to express their view on the proposed Project Plan. A copy of the proposed TID #3 Project Plan and Boundary will be available for inspection and will be provided upon request from the Village office located at 111 Clayton Ave West, Clayton, WI 54004, during regular office hours; phone: (715) 948-2460. Dated: June 19, 2020 David Fall, Village Clerk-Treasurer Published: June 23, 2020 & June 30, 2020 WNAXLP
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the Plan Commission of the Village of Clayton will meet at 6:00 p.m. on the 13th day of July, 2020, at the Village Municipal Building, 133 Clayton Ave East, Wisconsin 54004, for the purpose of holding a public hearing to consider the proposed amendment to the Project Plan and amendment of Tax Incremental District Boundary for Tax Incremental District #2. The proposed Tax Incremental District #2 includes parcels located in the Village of Clayton, Polk County, Wisconsin. The attached map details the proposed amended boundaries of Tax Incremental District #2. It is anticipated that the amended project plan may include costs incurred in the proposed boundary and located within a one-half (1/2) mile radius of the district boundaries within the Village. It is also anticipated that the project costs may include cash grants made by the Village to property owners, lessees or developers of land that is located within the district, as part of a development agreement. A reasonable opportunity will be afforded to all interested persons to express their view on the proposed amended Project Plan. A copy of the proposed TID #2 Project Plan and Boundary will be available for inspection and will be provided upon request from the Village office located at 111 Clayton Ave West, Clayton, WI 54004, during regular office hours; phone: (715) 948-2460. Dated: June 19, 2020 David Fall, Village Clerk-Treasurer Published: June 23, 2020 & June 30, 2020 WNAXLP
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in the shock. It was truly unbelievable. I was and still am extremely humbled to have this incredible title.� She explained her mind went immediately crazy with excitement for the upcoming year with questions such as, “What dresses will we wear? What songs are we going to put on our float playlist? When do we get to meet all the other royalty?� Queen Ally said, “I imagined we would have parades most weekends, and get to make strong bonds with other courts. I imagined seeing the bright smiles from not only the city of Amery, but so many other beautiful communities. I imagined lights and music, and those horrible, but oh so great tan lines from our dresses. I imagined a year that I would never forget, although that is still very much what we have been given.� “When I was crowned I left surprised and excited for the year ahead of me,� said Forth Princess Emilie Koenig. She said she expected the summer to be hectic and full of fun events. “One thing I looked forward to was the van rides to parades. In the few events we’ve gone to, there were many stories, laughs and lots of singing,� said Princess Emilie. “When school shut down, I first thought that this would maybe last a month at the most. I started reading more articles and listening to the news and soon realized that COVID-19 was going to be around for much longer than that. As soon as the stay at home order was put into place, I figured our summer would look different. I just didn’t yet know how different it really would be,� said Second Princess, Kelsey
Oman. Third Princess, Madilyn Heinn said when she was crowned she envisioned her upcoming year to be filled with parade after parade after parade. “I envisioned riding on the float with my fellow court members and smiling ear to ear as we passed through the crowds of waving people,� she said. Although parades have been nixed one by one, the royalty has rallied on though by finding other ways they can be helpful in the community. Princess Emilie said they have met a few times to brainstorm ideas. Princess Madilyn said, “We have volunteered at Ruby’s Pantry, made signs to showcase outside the community nursing homes to brighten the day of the residents, volunteered at the middle school during the food distribution and we enjoyed writing happy messages in chalk on the sidewalks of the school district. We have great plans for the future.� Princess Kelsey said it has been disappointing to not be able to attend parades and make connections with surrounding town’s courts as well as young people within Amery. “I sure would love to attend a few parades by the end of the summer, but I know that the heath of every community member is so important and valued, and the cancellation of parades is simply to keep people safe,� she said. “One of the biggest bummers of this year was not being able to see surrounding royalty as much as we would’ve liked. It is always a blast to create friendships and meet new people, but we are still staying connected through social media and wishing them the best in this crazy time,� said Queen Ally. She said, “One of the best things I was
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L-R: Fourth Princess Emilie Koenig, First Princess/Miss Congeniality Ella Williamson, Miss Amery Ally de la Cruz, Second Princess Kelsey Oman and Third Princess Madilyn Heinn. Front Row: Little Miss Olivia Sain.
looking forward to was the spaghetti eating contest for Hudson Pepper Fest!� Amery has 13 girls running for “Miss Amery� for the 2020/2021 year. As far as advice from the current royalty, Princess Kelsey said, “Be yourself. Be one hundred percent true to you. Remember that you are brave, you are beautiful, and you are brilliant. Make connections with your fellow candidates and don’t take a moment of this process for granted. Whatever the outcome, it’s a fantastic experience that you will never forget. Good luck, and enjoy the journey!� Queen Ally agrees. “Don’t take one second for granted. Take mental pictures (and actual pictures) of even the littlest memories. The candidate experience in itself is an awesome opportunity. This will be an unforgettable experience, and it will fly by. Smile so much your cheeks hurt and find joy in every little thing. The possibilities for
you are endless. You’re amazing, and you guys will do incredible things,� she said. The current Miss Amery Royalty are doing a mini parade around Amery Sunday June 28, starting around 1p.m. The Amery Float carrying the girls will leave Amery Schools and head north on Minneapolis Avenue, west on Central, cut behind Lamperts in the alley and jump on Riverside. They will continue north through North Park, across Keller to the Arlington Loop. Afterwards, they will get onto Keller and head to Burman and south on Harriman. They will proceed to Cherry Street and over to Griffin, and back to the school campus. The girls and those who help them plan have really been thinking outside of the box with this one. They encourage the community to step outside and enjoy their one float parade as it glides through the City of Lakes.
suffer from depression.* We are looking for mental health professionals to join our Counseling Voucher network that offers counseling to Wisconsin farmers and their families at no cost to them.
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Contact us today to apply! Wisconsin Farm Center (608) 224-5050 Counselor Inquiries (800) 942-2474 Farm Center Helpline farmcenter@wisconsin.gov *National Farm Medicine Center 2018
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For information or to donate:
Carolyn 715-491-4201, Christina 715-557-0610, Ben 715-553-3490 or battle4b@gmail.com Monetary donations accepted at Bremer Bank in Amery
Bentley has been battling an undiagnosed disease for the past three years. He battles monthly fevers, frequent stomach issues, loss of appetite, migraine headaches and debilitating fatigue. Bentley has been put through so many tests–some work, some don’t–with drugs that insurance does not always cover. Most adults would have a hard time enduring all of this. This has caused frequent day and overnight trips to Mayo Clinic in Rochester and Children’s Hospital of Minnesota in St. Paul. Going to school for Bentley has become a challenge, which is so hard for Bentley because he loves school so much! He continues to be strong with all the challenges he is facing. Bentley loves to go KXQWLQJ ÀVKLQJ VSHQGLQJ WLPH ZLWK IULHQGV DQG IDPLO\ DQG UHDOO\ HQMR\V school and playing sports (hockey, baseball and football). Bentley is the son of Ryan and Rachel Humpal, brother of Gavin and grandson of Dennis and Kelly Anderson and Dave and Pam Humpal.