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Next stop WDNR-Stower Trail plan approved BY APRIL ZIEMER EDITOR@THEAMERYFREEPRESS.COM
After years of debate and thousands of comments, the fate of the Stower Seven Lakes State Trail (SSLST) will now be in the hands of the Wisconsin Department of Natural resources (WDNR). July’s regular meeting of the Polk County Board of Supervisors saw a difference of opinion in whether or not a vote to approve the Toole Design Master Plan concern-
ing the trail should remain on the evening’s agenda. Saw board members expressed concern over whether a vote should be made before the new Polk County Trail Advisory group (TAG) is put into place. Ultimately, there were more board members who voted to carry on with the decision and leave the agenda as is. During public comment Polk County ATV and Snowmobile Council member, Doug SEE TRAIL, PAGE 2
National Night Out cancelled BY APRIL ZIEMER EDITOR@THEAMERYFREEPRESS.COM
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Amery Farmer’s Market in full swing It is hard to believe the Amery Farmer’s Market is celebrating 25 years of providing attendees with locally produced items. The market is open Mondays 3p.m.-6p.m. and Saturdays 9a.m. -12p.m. at Soo Line Park.
Amery’s National Night Out (NNO), which was embarking on its third year, has been cancelled for 2020. A joint effort between the Amery Fire Department, E.M.S. and Police Department; NNO enhances the relationship between residents and emergency services while bringing back a true sense of community. It provides a great
opportunity to bring those who serve and community members together under positive circumstances. Since 2018, hundreds of people have attended the Amery event, which offers many hands-on activities, demonstrations and a variety of other fun activities. The health and well-being of attendees and those organizing the even is the main priority and they look forward to gathering together next year.
‘Fast or slow we all go’ BY APRIL ZIEMER EDITOR@THEAMERYFREEPRESS.COM
Do you like to sprint across your neighborhood? Are their days you take a leisurely jaunt throughout town? From the comfort of your couch, did you one time think maybe you might like to take a jog sometime? If you said yes to any of those questions, there is a club for that. Maybe the idea is not always to beat the other runner; instead the competition might actually be against the little voice inside of you that wants to quit. Sometimes
it is nice to have people to cheer you on in that competition-meet the Amery Running Club. Awhile back Andrew and Kelli Lester began taking yoga classes at Amery Ale works with Libby Higgins. About a year ago, Andrew and Higgins began running together and in October they began training for the same half-marathon. “She pushed me to a personal best half-marathon time and she had hers too,” said Andrew. “In hours of running together for months SEE RUNNING, PAGE 2
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Amery Running Club members L-R: Alex Lester, Andrew Lester, Sunnie Dog and Kelli Lester, Jess Eisenman, Libby Higgins and Maria Long.
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on end, we thought we should start a running club,� said Higgins. She said, “It is having the camaraderie of having other people to run and train with. It keeps you accountable and it keeps you moving.� By January they had recruited Kelli and the first official Amery Running Club jaunt was held on New Years Day. The Lester’s son Alex and dog Sunnie joined in. “It was cold, about three below� said Andrew. Around the time the Lesters and Higgins had formed a running group, Maria Long and Jess Eisenman met after both of them impulsively signed up for a race on the Stower Trail. “I said to Jess, there has got to be a running club in this town and if there is not, we should start it,� said Long. Long moved to Amery about a year ago from Eau Claire. She was used to having people to run with in Eau Claire. “When we moved to Amery I didn’t know anyone, so I was doing a lot of running by myself,� she said. Eisenman was talking about the running club idea at Great Blue Yoga and was told about the other runners and the rest they say is history. Most of the group members had never been a part of a running club before. Long had run with the New Richmond Club previously, but felt the drive was a bit far. As far as the sport, it all seems pretty simple. When asked how the group prepares for a run, Andrew answered with a giggle, “I put my shoes on.� He added that a cup of coffee and a banana are handy too. The group usually meets for their runs in Soo Line Park. As far as the route they take, it depends on the weather. If it is warm out, Sunnie the running dog will need a water break and that needs to be factored in. The set days for group runs are Mondays and Wednesdays, but individually each run other days as well. “I would say our group runs are pretty relaxed. We talk while we run. It is all about just getting out there, putting the miles in and having fun because running can actually be fun,� said Long.
“There are a lot of days that my alarm goes off and I don’t know I am meeting a group I think, ‘Awe, maybe not today.’ So knowing there are a group of people that are going to be there gets me out of bed in the morning,� said Higgins. As far as new people joining, the group is very welcoming to runners of all stages. Higgins said, “We were all beginner runners at one point. You just start somewhere. It doesn’t matter your pace or distance.� The group knows there are people who may feel apprehensive about running with a club, but encourages anyone to join them. “We would run with anybody,� said Andrew. Kelli added, “I’m slow, they can run with me.�
There are no age limits or limits of any kind for that matter. “Anyone who wants to run in Amerywe want them with us,� said Long. “I wasn’t a runner until after I turned 30, about 4 or so years ago. There is no community like the running community. You compete in a race setting at times, but outside of that it is just about cheering each other on. You do not try to out-do each other, you just support each other,� said Eisenman. Eisenman said at 30, she felt overweight and simply started easing running into her life with a phone app that one of her friends had suggested. Andrew’s story of starting to run was similar. He too felt over weight and slowly eased his way into running, building his way into the runner he is today. Before his start he did not exercise. “Nothing at all. Just too much beer and too much food,� he said. Now he still enjoys beer and food. “I am just 30 pounds lighter,� he said. Running has now made some
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of his other hobbies a bit easier. “I train hard so I can hunt easy,� said Andrew. He said he has gotten a bit of flack from some of his hunting buddies. Andrew said, “The day I dragged my friends deer a half mile and he needed to take two breaks, he admitted to me, ‘I think with this thing that you do (running regularly) you might be on to something.’� They all run for various reasons. Alex does it to help him prepare for the upcoming Cross Country season at Amery Middle School. Kelli said it has been nice to meet new people through running. “I think a lot of life lessons come from running. I tell myself all of the time that the struggle makes you stronger,� said Eisenman. They admit there are days when they all struggle with running, with one exception-Sunnie Dog. Sunnie is the group’s mascot, a 2-year-old Brittany who trains to hunt. “She has never struggled one day,� said Higgins. Many races runners compete in have currently been held virtually due to COVID-19. The group recently ran in a virtual Eau Claire race here in Amery. They were surprised when a van with organizers from Eau Claire came to cheer them on. “It was 6:30 in the morning, we saw them and it gave me goose bumps. I might have cried a bit, it was so cool,� said Eisenman. During the next Eau Claire race, whether held in person or virtually, the Amery Running Club is on a mission to raise money. The 9-year-old daughter of a friend of Longs who lives near Appleton was recently diagnosed with Leukemia. To help them raise money for young Brooklyn’s family’s expenses, find out more on Facebook by searching #BrooklynJeansTeam. Long said her running club friends here in Amery have been amazing with jumping on board to help the young girl and her family. “They have never met Brooklyn, but they heard her story and jumped to help.� She feels this club has been an asset to meeting people and forming ties in this community. To find out more about the Amery Running Club visit: https://www.facebook.com/ AmeryRunning
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Johnson of Amery, expressed his gratitude for the item remaining on the agenda. He said, “I know people in the county have been working very hard for the last 17 years to see this issue through. Hopefully with the passage of this resolution this evening we can move this on to the DNR. Any more delays on this would certainly affect us for the snowmobile season.� On the flip side, Brook Waalen, President of the SSLST, who resides in the Town of Bone Lake, said, “This trail is open to anybody and everybody at anytime. It doesn’t matter how much money you have or how healthy you are. There are people who are not at all excited about the prospect of putting horses on the SSLST. I don’t think it is very reasonable to put horses in close proximity to people on bicycles. It may not be all that nice either to put snowmobiles next to cross country skiers and other pedestrians using the trail in the winter.� A representative from Toole Design gave the presentation that had been approved by the Environmental Committee, which sees both snowmobiles and horses added to approved uses of the trail. When it was time for discussion on the agenda item, Supervisor Steve Warndahl agreed with Waalen’s sentiments saying he knew of people who use the trail to train for Hayward’s Birkebeiner and thought it would hard to do so if it was opened up to other activities. “We’ve heard that for years and years and years,� said Board Chair Chris Nelson. A roll call vote was taken to approve the Master Plan and send it to the DNR for their approval. Votes of “Yes� came from John Bonneprise, Joe Demulling, Brad Olson, Doug Route, Tracy LaBlanc, Brian Masters, Sharon Kelly, Kim O’Connell, Chris Nelson. Votes of “No� came from Warndahl, Amy Middleton, Jay Luke, Fran Duncanson, Russ Arcand. Supervisor Mike Prichard, who had been on the meeting virtually, was not present when the vote was taken. With nine votes of “Yes� over five votes of “No� the motion passed.
New faces represent County Districts BY APRIL ZIEMER EDITOR@THEAMERYFREEPRESS.COM
Back to back vacancies recently left the Polk County Board of Supervisors in an unprecedented situation, leaving Board Chair, Chris Nelson, appointing two new Supervisors; Sharon Kelly-District 8 and Dan Ruck-District 6. Previous District 8 Supervisor, Jim Edgell recently passed away. Previous District 6 Supervisor, Brian Masters shared he was moving out of state. SEE COUNTY BOARD, PAGE 13
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JULY 30 Music in the Park Relaxing Folk Music with Patchouli of Maiden Rock will be at Michael Park Pavilion in Amery at 6 p.m. Free to the public. Bring your lawnchair and snacks.
AUGUST 5 Polk County Republicans Picnic
AUGUST 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.
Join us for a fun time get together for patriots and freedom-loving people on Wednesday, August 5 from 6 to 8 p.m. the week before the 10th Senate District Primary at Garfield Town Park. Great food, socializing and guest speakers. Sweet corn, brats, buns, plates and utensils will be provided. Potluck for salads, desserts and drinks.
AUGUST 2
#1 Rolling Stone’s Tribute Tumblin’ Dice plus Ellie May Kay will be at Michael Park Pavilion in Amery at 6 p.m. Free to the public. Bring your lawnchair and snacks.
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AUGUST 20 Music in the Park The Memories–Cherished Hits and Comedy will be at Michael Park Pavilion in Amery at 6 p.m. Free to the public. Bring your lawnchair and snacks.
AUGUST 27 Music in the Park The GitBacks–50s, 60s and 70s Rock n Roll will be at Michael Park Pavilion in Amery at 6 p.m. Free to the public. Bring your lawnchair and snacks.
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The Amery Band Boosters will be hosting a 18-Hole Golf Scramble on Sunday, August 2 at the Amery Golf Course. Noon registration. All proceeds go to the band trip in December.
Band Boosters Brat Stand
oine MacLaughlin and Mark Hayes Peacock will read from their works on Saturday, August 8, 2020 at The Northern Lakes Center For The Arts, 113 Elm Street W., Amery. The event begins at 7:30 p.m. All attendees will receive a copy of the Center’s literary magazine Soundings that features the selections being read by the authors. According to the Arts Center staff, the Arts Center has plenty of space for “social distancing”, but attendees are asked to bring and wear masks. Peacock is a recent Interim Pastor at Turtle Lake’s Parkview United Methodist Church.
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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”.
Music in the Park Retro Soul 7 Big Mike plus area favorite Nici Peper will be at Michael Park Pavilion in Amery at 6 p.m. Free to the public. Bring your lawnchair and snacks.
Mondays from 3-6 p.m. and Saturdays from 9 a.m.-to noon at Soo Line Park all summer.
Midnight Winds Shoppe Farmers Market Every Friday from 2-6 p.m. Hwy 8 & 46 at the roundabout.
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Patchouli will be providing relaxing sounds at Michael Park Thursday, July 30.
"Safe & Sound" concert in the park with social distancing Amery’s Summer Thursdays concert series Please join us for another lovely summer concert in Amery, WI at Michael Park Pavilion as we present Patchouli - The Award Winning Folk and World Music Performers from Maidenrock. Thursday July 30, 2020 at 6 pm. Food served by BF Street Kitchen Food Truck.
Estate Sale Fri & Sat, July 31 & Aug. 1 • 9am-5pm Furniture, collectible glassware, china, lawnmower, garden tools, etc. 185 North St. • Amery
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Help us recognize World War II veterans BY TOM STANGL FROM THE PUBLISHER’S DESK
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bit lost in the shuffle of the coronavirus world is the 75th anniversary of the end of World War II. May 8 marked the diamond anniversary of Victory in Europe (V-E Day). Victory in Japan (V-J Day) is Aug. 14 and the official end of the war was Sept. 2, 1945 when Japan signed the instrument of surrender on the USS Missouri. It’s difficult today to grasp the enormity of what transpired Publisher in the six years the war raged over nearly every continent on Tom Stangl the planet. More than 16 million American men and women served in uniform during the war, more than 400,000 lost their lives. Many of the men who left to fight were no more than teenagers who went off to help decide the fate of freedom in the world. Pretty heady stuff. The young men who saw combat were changed forever. The soldiers who fought against young boys and old men at the war’s end and liberated prison and concentration camps also saw things that no one should ever have to see. When documentarian Ken Burns released his 15-hour film about World War II, simply titled “The War,” in 2007, he focused on four communities: Waterbury, Connecticut, Mobile, Alabama, Luverne, Minnesota, and Sacramento, California, finding veterans and residents who lived during the war to bring a uniquely personal and firsthand touch, making history come alive. My late father served in the Army as a medic during the war, seeing action in the Philippines. He never really spoke much about his experiences during the war. After watching this program, I understood my father better and his reasons for not speaking about what he had seen. His generation felt that they were each doing their part and were raised as humble people. I wish now that I would have been able to get him to tell me more about what he experienced. Seeing this documentary has made me understand how profoundly the war changed our nation. In addition to uniting us as people in a way that has never been seen before or since, the war planted the seeds of change for our society and our nation’s place in the world. The civil rights and women’s movements can trace their roots back to the war. It seems strange to us in 2020 to imagine that a wounded African American soldier could get his wounds treated on a hospital ship, but the barber refused to give him a haircut until ordered to do so by the captain of the ship. The shortage of workers during the war led many women to seek jobs that were traditionally done by men. Winning the war with our allies made us a superpower. To mark the Diamond Anniversary of the end of World War II, we would like to put together a collection of the names and photos of the men and women who served in the armed services during the war. If you have information and photos of a veteran, please consider sharing them with us. We have constructed an online form where you can give us some information and upload a photo. We will also be working with local veterans groups to collect names so we can celebrate the service of local veterans of the war. We plan on publishing the section in August and appreciate your help. 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.
Life is like riding a bicycle – try to find your balance BY APRIL ZIEMER EDITOR@BALDWIN-BULLETIN.COM
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ohn Denver once said, “Thank God I’m a country boy.” As much as I think it is a pretty catchy tune, I am not much of a country girl. I will say that it recently dawned on me though, how very thankful I am to live in what many people call “God’s Country.” This summer Editor has been anything April Ziemer but normal. While there are some things I am missing, maybe it hasn’t been so bad to slow down and enjoy the little things in life. Nature and I are usually not the closest of friends. I am easily annoyed by bugs. I know I am in the minority when I say the smell of a campfire repulses me. Taking a hike? FAHGTTABOUDIT! I haven’t been a Girl Scout for many years. “Outdoorsy” people intrigue me. They seem to be very physically fit and I have heard them say nature provides them mental clarity. This does sound very nice. I just happen to feel most warm and fuzzy when I am in a shopping mall or binge watching reality television. Coronavirus has taken a toll on everyday life, as we know it. Huge
impacts have been made on people’s health (physical and mental) as well as the economy and it worries me. While much less important, little things like malls being closed and reality television not being filmed, really chaps my hide. I have had no choice but to spend more time outside and I have to say, I have really enjoyed it. I have passed hours swimming in the area lakes and rivers. I have spent time fishing with the hubby and dreaming about the future. I have played on the swing set with my young son. I have had dance parties in the grass with my daughters. I have taken pictures of butterflies, sunsets, rainbows and most importantly smiles. I visit the Farmer’s Market more often and now make a mean fresh salsa. I will never boil corn again. I have recently tried small batches in the microwave and large batches in the oven and it is a GAME CHANGER (email me for details). I haven’t gone too crazy. You will not see me canning any food this year. I have tons of respect for those who do it, but I think I need to ease into this new way of life. I am certainly not giving up crowded shopping malls or juicy reality shows forever. Eventually there might be a balance. The super music nerd in me would like to think maybe life might end up being like an Osmond song, “A little bit country and a little bit rock and
roll.” Well, everyone knows the old saying, “When life hands you lemons; you should make lemonade.” I decided to go with that. I also decided to try to find people who life had given vodka; and have a party. I do not mean this literally. What I mean is everyone is feeling the impact of change right now. It is time to reach out by email, phone, old-fashioned letters or responsibly in person and check on each other. I know some people are annoyed by the saying, “We are all in this together” as they feel everybody’s circumstances are quite different and opinions are even more different. Here’s the thing-we have all been impacted in some way shape or form. Take the opportunity of life slowing down a bit to say hello to people you care about. Someone out there might be holding the vodka that goes with your lemonade and at the end of the day, maybe you will both feel your day was made a little bit brighter. If not, the next time life throws you a lemon, throw it back and ask for chocolate. Chocolate makes everyone feel better. I enjoy sharing my thoughts with you and look forward to readers sharing their thoughts in return. Feel free to email me at editor@ theameryfreepress.com, write me at P.O. Box 424, Amery WI. 54001 or I can be reached by phone at 715268-8101.
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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR A few bad apples As I watch coverage of the murder of George Perry Floyd Jr by Derek Michael Chauvin a man with 18 complaints on his official record, what is really being done to stop this from happening in the future? Why wasn’t officer Chauvin trained or removed from the force so this would not have happened? What is the root cause of the problem? Before I go too much further first let me say I know there are many good teachers, social workers, peace officers and other public employees. However as with all organizations there are a few bad apples. The question is how we handle those bad apples. We have a major problem with public employees not being transparent, effectively managed and held responsible for their actions. As I watched The Trials of Gabriel Fernandez on Netflix I was shocked as social workers and their supervisors failed to follow their own procedures that could have saved that child’s life. When I read one-third (13) of high schools in Baltimore last year had zero students proficient in math. When I hear 3000 schools are teaching the 1619 project, a false history that indoctrinates students to favor socialism. I become very upset. We spend a lot of tax dollars to administer our social services. Why is this not being done effectively? I read the problem is that public employee unions are too powerful and that the politicians are too dependent on union contributions to be tough negotiators. The union wants to protect their members but this also protects the bad apples. I don’t like removing union representation but maybe it is time to ban public employee unions? As Thomas Sowell pointed out government services are a monopoly and the trouble with monopolies is that they stop serving the clients, students or public and begin to serve only themselves the monopoly. Perhaps to end the educational monopoly we should adopt a Swedish model of publicly-funded charter schools (friskola) which act independently of the municipality. These schools are defined by an individualized approach to learning. Maybe we would be better off to hire private companies to provide law enforcement, social services and other government functions. The politicians can then monitor those private companies and if they don’t provide the contracted services to citizens we can fire them. I certainly have a lot of questions and very few answers but the beauty of federalism we can do lots of experiments in different locations to see if we can find something better. We need to do as America has always done and strive to find a better way to protect and educate all of our citizens so all can take advantage of this great country’s opportunities. Terry Guanella, Amery WI
Help needed I’m hoping one of your readers can help me. A Marine from my hometown, Billy Nelson from Loomis, Nebraska was killed in action in Vietnam on July 20, 1966. Also on that day, Bradley Pearson from Clear Lake was killed. Both were part of the E Battery, 2nd Battalion, 12th Marines. I am writing a story about Billy and was wondering if anyone who knew Brad could share any information about that unit or more specifically, the events of that tragic day. Thank you for any assistance, and my God Bless those two young men and their families. Craig Larson clarson@kneb.com Scotttsbluff, Nebraska.
Controlling Viruses World and U.S. communities, large and small, are suffering from COVID-19. We may reduce these viruses by looking at history. In 1800’s, Cholera spread across the world like COVID-19. Cholera was carried through contaminated waterways. Companies said nothing could be done because it would disrupt trade and be costly. History shows few viruses have been controlled or eradicated through vaccines, except for smallpox – eradicate. Smallpox vaccine was developed using a folk remedy developed hundreds of years earlier in Africa and Asia. Most big disease, cholera, tuberculosis, malaria have been controlled though behavioral changes, housing reform, sanitary reform, clean water, and other social changes for the vast populations. Polio was controlled by offering the vaccine for free to everyone. COVID-19 experts believe doing simple measures of wearing masks, social distancing, and avoiding large crowds
will help control the virus spread. European and Asian countries proved these measures work. Almost all have some form of universal health care coverage. Coronaviruses have been around a long time, creating mild symptoms. Recently, coronaviruses - SARS, MERS and COVID-19 result in severe respiratory illnesses. These viruses need human interaction to spread. Since 1940, scientist and public health officials have warned governments about the spread of more serious and deadly diseases. Many of these deadly diseases, 60%, jump from animals to humans. People move into animal territory. With climate change, 80% of animals are moving to different areas to adapt, encountering more humans. We need to keep our livestock, wildlife, environment, and eco-systems healthy. As diseases and viruses spread beyond countries’ borders, all countries must work together. Clinton Administration set up the first federal government efforts in pandemic preparation. Created the National Emergency Medical Stockpile and an official at National Security Council whose sole job was focusing on health threats. Clinton said, reliable information must reach U.S. and U.S. must help infected countries. Obama administration acted fast against Swine flu and stressed the need for U.S. pandemic preparedness. 2016 Obama administration produced a comprehensive report on lessons learned from battling Ebola for the Trump Administration. Trump administration spent 2 years cutting health preparedness funding, eliminating funding to Obamaera disease security programs. Cuts to CDC, NSC, DHS, and HHS. Eliminated positions at NSC and DHS global health security teams. In 2018 Trump called for $15 Billion in reduced health spending previously approved. Trump said he’d block any bill requesting more funding for virus testing, tracing and CDC. Cheryl Moskal, Denver, CO Previous area resident
No choice The excuse given for aborting unborn babies is that women should have a choice. Have you thought about the women and girls who do not have a choice? If you know anything about abortion, you know girls are sometimes forced by parents or boyfriends to have abortions. This can happen because of liberal abortion laws. A documentary called “Blind Eyes Opened” tells the stories of some of the victims of sex trafficking. One victim revealed that when she got pregnant her captor took her to an abortion clinic where he was allowed to sign for her to have an abortion. The law and the clinic allowed him to commit one more crime against her. Some of the victims endure this multiple times, even 16 or 17 times. There is NO CHOICE there. May God have mercy on our country if we allow abortion to continue. MaryEllen Olson, Broken Arrow, OK Formerly of Amery
Just something to think about and maybe be kind Unseen issues and why I cannot ever wear a mask. For those family and friends that may not understand, or do not try to understand. This is me, this could be your mother, father, sister, brother, aunt, uncle, niece, nephew, etc. I also know there are some folks who just plain refuse to wear a mask, their reason is also none of my business nor should I judge that person either. Read this and understand some people cannot wear the mask just as you cannot see all disabilities; such as when you get mad at someone in a handicap spot or bathroom who looks normal. The same goes for masks. America gives everyone the right to choose. Attention mask bullies: That woman you shamed in the grocery store, because she wasn’t wearing a mask? She already feels enough shame because she was raped. Having something over her nose & mouth triggers her PTSD, and causes her to relive that trauma. Or, she was almost killed by someone trying to smother her. Having something over her nose & mouth triggers her PTSD and causes her to relive that trauma. That man at the Quickee Mart who you called selfish? He’s a volunteer firefighter and just came from the ER after being treated for smoke inhalation. He removed his air mask, in order to help a child breathe fresh air, instead of thick smoke. That elderly lady who you screamed at to put a mask
on, or shop when it’s her turn? Her husband of 60 years just passed away. She’s doing her best to learn to live alone. Every breath is physically painful, due to her grief. That little boy you lectured about removing his mask? He’s autistic. He doesn’t understand. He simply wants it off of his face. That little girl who screams when somebody tries to mask her? She’s claustrophobic. She came from an abusive home, where she was confined to a closet. There are all sorts of reasons for not wearing a mask. Not all are lung, or immune system related. How many of you are among those shaming, name calling, and berating complete strangers, or worse, family members? How many of you are against bullying? If you are among the first group, and align with the second, you may want to pump the brakes, and check yourself... you have become the bully you claim to be against. Wearing a mask does not make you a kind person. You are either a kind person, or you aren’t. A piece of cloth does not determine that trait. On the flipside, not wearing a mask does not make a person selfish, or inconsiderate. It simply means that there may be an unseen reason why they cannot wear one. You don’t know their story, and to be quite honest, it’s none of your business. This is also why a National mask mandate or a Statewide mask mandate will not work. Not because people are selfish, but because there are any number of people that cannot wear anything over their face for reasons that you may not know about and reasons that you cannot see. God, please bless everyone. Nancy Priebe, Frederic, WI
I Wish Dear Democrats, I wish you were as concerned about the death of 60,000,000 babies as you are about the ability for the likes of Planned Parenthood to continue killing more of them. I wish you were as concerned about my rights as you are about the rioters (you call protestors) who continue to destroy my property, restrict my freedom and attack me, as you are about their 1st Amendment rights. I wish you were as concerned about Christians as you are about homosexuals. I wish you were as concerned about supporting the police as you are about protecting the criminals. I wish you were as concerned about the 7,500 black men murdered in the US each year (mostly by other black men) as you are about the 200 killed by police, most of whom were armed while committing crimes. I wish you were as concerned about taxpayers, voters and property owners as you are about your political party. I wish you were as concerned about keeping America great as you are about destroying it. I wish you were as concerned about legitimate voting ballots as you are about encouraging illegal votes. I wish you were as concerned about Joe Biden’s mental health today as you were about President Trump’s four years ago. I wish all the people who hate this country so much, would talk to someone living in Venezuela, China, Iran....... Thomas Wulf, New Richmond, WI
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105 Years Ago July 29, 1915
Marchers Receive Parade Award
Motorcycles Under Ban Use of bicycles or motorcycles in the rural delivery service is prohibited by an order issued today by Postmaster General Burleson, effective January 1, 1916. In announcing this order Mr. Burleson holds that vehicles of these types do not have the carrying capacity needed for the parcel post service and do not afford necessary protection for the mails in bad weather. The order will affect about 8000 carriers who now use the bicycle or motorcycle to cover their routes.
95 Years Ago August 6, 1925 New Band Leader Revives Organization Bandmaster Robinson of Luck, gave his first public open air concert with the Amery boys last Friday evening on the streets of this city, and a large and appreciative crowd greeted their efforts. Mr. Robinson is making Yesterday’s plans to move to this city News with his famDiane Stangl ily, as soon as arrangements can be made. He feels that Amery has the timber to make a first class band. It is his aim to make the band an entirely self-supporting organization, and he feels assured that it can be done. People will come for miles to hear a good “peppy” band and hears hoping the boys will measure up to what is expected of them.
Thousand of turkeys die in heat In July of 1986 Clear Lake firemen spent hours spraying a fine mist over turkeys at the Norman Britain farm in an effort to keep thousands of turkeys alive through a three-day heat wave that reached 100 degrees. Unfortunately, before a thunderstorm rolled in, 5,500, 23-lb. turkeys died. The birds were to have been shipped out the next day.
deroos next Saturday with appropriate festivities. A gala bargain has been declared and free ice cream, candy and cigars given to all who attend the opening. Every arrangement has been completed to properly accommodate and greet the hundreds of people who are expected to attend and one of the biggest days ever seen in Wanderoos is anticipated.
Kenneth Fox Burned Following Explosion Kenneth fox who is employed at the Clear Lake creamery was seriously burned last Friday afternoon when the alcohol lamp connected with the cream testing device exploded throwing alcohol over his arms and legs. The flaming alcohol burned him so seriously that after being given first aid he was brought to the Amery hospital. He is improving nicely.
Amery Hotel to be Steam Heated G. W. Miller was awarded the contract for the steam heating plant, which will be installed in the Amery Hotel. The contract price is $1940.00, and the job is to be completed by Sept. 15.
90 Years Ago July 17, 1930 Cooker Blows up at Pea Factory An accident at the pea factory, which might have seriously if not fatally injured some of the workers occurred last week Thursday when a cover blew off one of the cookers. The heavy iron cover was sprung and blew nearly to the ceiling accompanied by a flurry of partially cooked peas. Leonard Johnson just missed being on the receiving end when the cover came down within inches of where he was standing. Everybody was lucky and everybody is correspondingly happy.
B & D Opens New Store Burman & Dalberg, North Wisconsin’s largest and most progressive hardware and implement dealers, will open a beautiful new store at Wan-
July 24, 1930 Cow and Horse Injure Amery Man Mathew Bonnes was seriously injured at his home Tuesday morning when a cow kicked him throwing him against one of his horses, which became frightened and in turn kicked and trampled the unfortunate man. Mr. Bonnes was terribly battered and cut about the head, neck, arms and upper part of his body and was unconscious the greater part of the day yesterday, but we have learned his condition is better and unless complications set in it is expected that he will recover.
B & D Opening is Wanderoos Gala Day The opening of the Burman & Dalberg hardware store at Wanderoos was a grand success and the day proved to be a real holiday for that place. The management gave away ice cream cones, candy and cigars all day to the guests who came to the store and while preparations were made for a big crowd the stock of ice cream had to be replenished three times to
accommodate the happy crowd. Manager Ripley informs us that ales far exceeded his expectations and he is enthusiastic over the future business prospects.
75 Years Ago July 26, 1945 No Fraternization with War Prisoners Lifting of the fraternization ban in Europe does not extend to German prisoners of war in this country, Major General avid McCoach Jr., Commanding General of the Sixth Service Command, said. He again reminded Army personnel and contractors employing the prisoners that War Department restrictions had not been eased and that prisoners would be removed from jobs where it is impossible to prevent fraternization. Some 19,000 prisoners are now at work in essential agricultural and canning projects in more than 60 branch camps of Illinois, Michigan and Wisconsin. The prisoners are used only in places where the War Manpower Commission has certified no civilian help is available for the work.
70 Years Ago July 27, 1950 Pioneer Resident Tells of Early Amery History Pete Peterson of Guerney, Wis. stopped in Amery last week, just long enough to look around and marvel at the many changes since the first time he came through this area in 1882 when he was 14 years old. Now almost 81 years old, Pete as he would want to be remembered here, came with his parents to Richardson in 1882 where they homesteaded. They used to make periodic trips through Amery on their way to Little Falls where Ed Schnieder, Sr., ran a grinding mill and they secured their flour and feed. Only building on the site of what is now Amery consisted of an oasis in the wilderness run by a Black Brook man…a
tavern. Next structure to go up was the Robinson Hotel on the present location of the Danielson Drug. In those days, Amery was known as “Big Dam,” a name derived from the fact that a large dam provided a means of crossing the river just below the present site of the Northern Supply Company dam. The first saw mill came in 1884 when the Briggs Mill began operation but they lasted only a very short time, sawing out about a million feet of lumber. Later came the Staples Mill at the present bridge site south of Amery, followed by a stave mill (for barrels), which was located on the present city lots. The stave mill office was located at the present Adams Auto site with the yard stretching to the north and east of there. Operated by Ed Schneider, Sr., the yard was sold to Johnson & Howe who went bankrupt in five years time. It was then purchased by John A Glover of New Richmond and enjoyed a flourishing business. Pete can well recall the carloads of lumber he sent out as shipping clerk and yard foreman for practically all of the above mentioned mills. Shipments were made to al the Midwestern states over the Soo Line, which arrived in Amery in 1884. Wages for the laboring man who didn’t enjoy a 40-hour week were about $1.45 per 11-hour day. Of course, along with this wage, a person could buy a dozen eggs for 10¢ per pound and butter at 10¢ per pound. The name “Amery” came into being when the post office arrived in 1892 with George F. Griffin as the first postmaster. There were two “Big Dams” in the state so the community was named after a pioneer resident. Peter operated several stores in Amery after the mill business and left to work elsewhere 45 years ago. At the present time he operates a small farm and you guessed it…a small sawmill near the head of the lakes at Guerney.
“Admiral” Milton Simon and his “gobs” returned Saturday night, a wrinkled and disheveled, but not disheartened, lot following their appearance in the Minneapolis Aquatennial parade. Fact of the matter is that Director Simon has to appear at the Dyckman Hotel in Minneapolis Friday to receive a “grand award” for the appearance the local unit made. Just what the award will be is not known. “The Amery band really looked good,” said Les Thompson when asked about the parade. “Walking in water half-way to their knees with more coming down, they kept their heads up and kept right on a’coming,” he observed. One of the few bands form anywhere but the twin cities, the Amery band marched in the parade through one of the most severe showers that pelted the celebration Saturday. “Despite the overcast, we’ve word from the weather station at Wold-Chamberlain Field that it will not rain on the parade,” cheerfully commented an MC at one of the reviewer stands. Amery residents in the stand perked up with new hope and then… In a split second it was water, water everywhere as a near cloudburst hit Minneapolis and the parade. Before the afternoon and the parade were over, two such storms went into the moisture record books.
Vanishing Car Driver Seen in Minneapolis While LeRoy Franz of St. Paul and Cumberland is yet to be located definitely, he has been seen in Minneapolis during the past week. He was identified by a pawn broker where he had hocked a railroad watch for some clothing. Much of his clothing and personal effects are still in the wrecked car at Fay Auto in Amery. Authorities are interested in finding Franz after his disappearance following a car accident just north of Amery a week ago Saturday night. No members of his family have seen him since he left the scene of the accident, wet to the waist and minus one shoe. At the pawn shop, he used his own name and gave Cumberland as his home address.
65 Years Ago July 28, 1955 T’was Hot Records fell by the wayside in many quarters during the last blast of a hot south wind here on Tuesday. The high recorded was 99 at Black Brook observation point for the U. S. Weather Bureau. However, many thermometers read over the 100 mark around here and most residents were willing to believe that it was a good deal warmer.
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Amery Police Report 07/17/20-07/23/20 07/17/20, 10:30 a.m., Assist citizen 07/17/20, 12:30 p.m., Suspicious activity 07/17/20, 12:50 p.m., Welfare check 07/17/20, 5:50 p.m., Assist other agency 07/17/20, 10:49 p.m., Traffic complaint 07/17/20, 11:34 p.m., Noise complaint 07/18/20, 10:55 a.m., Suspicious activity 07/18/20, 12:30 p.m., Disturbance complaint 07/18/20, 2:39 p.m., Assist other agency 07/18/20, 2:58 p.m., Disturbance 07/18/20, 6:27 p.m., Assist other agency 07/18/20, 9 p.m., Motor vehicle accident 07/19/20, 2:06 p.m., Assist other agency 07/19/20, 3 p.m., Animal control call 07/19/20, 7:33 p.m., Welfare check 07/19/20, 9 p.m., Suspicious activity 07/19/20, 9:54 p.m., Assist other agency 07/20/20, 9:47 a.m., Vehicle lockout 07/20/20, 2:52 p.m., Assist citizen 07/20/20, 7:52 p.m., Assist citizen 07/20/20, 9 p.m., Parking complaint 07/21/20, 9:53 p.m., Suspicious activity 07/21/20, 4:51 p.m., Juvenile call 07/21/20, 11 p.m., Suspicious activity 07/22/20, 1:28 a.m., Assist other agency 07/22/20, 1:30 p.m., Welfare check 07/22/20, 3:12 p.m., Assist in civil matter 07/23/20, 1:22 p.m., Disturbance 07/23/20, 1:48 p.m., Assist other agency 07/23/20, 2:49 p.m., Juvenile call 07/23/20, 4:08 p.m., Fraud report 07/23/20, 8:59 p.m., Assist other agency
Polk County Jail In Report JULY 13-20 BOOKINGS Jeffrey Alvin Francis, disorderly conduct. Christina Marie Lowe, possession of methamphetamine. Mitchel Charles Potvin, bail jumping. Nicholas James Hodgson, disorderly conduct. Chasta Lynn Giller, bail jumping (felony). Loreli Lynn Diers, bail jumping (felony). Melissa Mary Bach, warrant on failure to appear. Leroy Thomas Parmeter, battery (simple). Ryan Christopher Golden, non-registration of vehicle, hit and run attended. Travis John Westberg, possession of drug paraphernalia. Kristin Lee Jones, battery (simple). Lawrence Andrew Eng, warrant on failure to appear. Corey Martin Mitthun, possession of methamphetamine, possession of drug paraphernalia. Joshua Allen Frazee, disorderly conduct. Harriet Eva Blake, possession of THC (misdemeanor). Kenneth Floyd Hansen, disorderly conduct. Maddison Shawn Kolu, operating while intoxicated causing injury. Waylon James Hochstetler, possession of drug paraphernalia, possession of methamphetamine. Melinda Joy Juleen, possession of drug paraphernalia. Joseph Lester Kohls, probation hold. Jazmine Rose Peterson, warrant on failure to appear. Hunter Loren Benish, probation hold. Jessica Theresa Giardina, possession of methamphetamine. Ernest John Switzer, possession of drug paraphernalia. Christopher Wayne Johnson, probation hold. John Charles Stenberg, possession of drug paraphernalia. Robert Lee Morarie, possession of methamphetamine, possession of drug paraphernalia, bail jumping (misdemeanor). Michael Anthony Jacob, probation hold. Kevin Derrick Jacobs, probation hold.
Polk County marriage licenses Rylee Mark Cassavant-Bloom and Rachel Marie Runningen of Amery are to be married August 1, 2020. Zachary Lee Hoernemann and Bailie McKenzie Polston of Bogus Brook are to be married August 1, 2020. Dylan Leroy Moll and Briana Nichole Colbert of Balsam Lake are to be married August 22, 2020. Zachary Daniel Moore of Minneapolis and Dale Jennifer Hoeffel of Woodbury are to be married August 1, 2020. Robert Leo Winter of Greenvale and Lee Ann Erdman of Luck are to be married August 15, 2020.
Amery Area Municipal Court Amery Area Municipal Court was held in Amery on Wednesday, July 22, 2020. The following cases were heard: CITY OF AMERY Montana L. Bazille, 18, Amery, possession of drug paraphernalia, $250; possession of THC, $250. Charles A. Brookshaw, 65, Webster, operating without carrying license, $98.80. Miranda L. Bunde, 23, Oakdale, MN, operating without valid license, $124. Tanner J. Carlson, 18, Deer Park, operating with controlled substance (1st), $861. Ariana Cruz, 18, Balsam Lake, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10. Lindsey J. Haag, 37, Milltown, vehicle operator failure to wear seat belt, $10. Ryan J. Haag, 34, Milltown, ride in vehicle without wearing seat belt, $10. Joseph P. Lobert, 26, Amery, vehicle operator failure to wear seat belt, $10, operating after suspension, $124; operating motor vehicle without insurance, $124. Daniel K. Mclean, 40, Woodbury, MN, possession of drug paraphernalia, $250. Jack D. Porter, 61, Amery,
vehicle operator failure to wear seat belt, $10. Craig D. Potvin, 63, Luck, vehicle operator failure to wear seat belt, $10. Luis A. Rapalo III, 19, Turtle Lake, underage drinking-possess (17-20), $187. Tyler A. Reichert, 18, Amery, underage drinking-possess (17-20) (2nd), $313. Daniel J. Sogard, 25, Amery, operating while revoked (forfeiture), $124. Floyd R. Springer, 85, Balsam Lake, vehicle operator failure to wear seat belt, $10. Joshua H. Tschida, 28, Osceola, operating after suspension, $124. Collin P. Vavere, 23, Clayton, operating after suspension, $124; vehicle operator failure to wear seat belt, $10. Chia Yang, 55, St. Paul, MN, exceeding speed zones (1-10 mph), $98.80. Daryka S. Zasada, 18, Amery, operating without valid license, $124. VILLAGE OF CLAYTON Wesley E. Alwin, 29, Hammond, vehicle operator failure to wear seat belt, $10. Beth A. Bamberger, 41, Turtle Lake, operating after suspension, $124. Tyler J. Crouse, 23, Clayton,
exceeding speed zones (1-10 mph), $98.80. Brady D. Engquist, 24, Cambridge, exceeding speed zones (1-10 mph), $98.80. Joshua D. Johnson, 29, Turtle Lake, operating after suspension, $124; vehicle operator failure to wear seat belt, $10. Anna M. Myers, 37, Eau Claire, operating after suspension, $124. Antonio L. Newman, 25, Clayton, operating without valid license, $124.
JUVENILES 15 year old, Amery, disorderly conduct, $250.
PLEA(S) OF NOT GUILTY Madisen Marie Jackson, underage drinking (3rd), obstructing/resisting an officer, $1,130. Jeremiah Sillman, OWI, operating with prohibited alcohol content, underage drinking, $1,111. David W. Tanner Jr., operating without insurance, $124. 16 year old, Amery, disorderly conduct, $250. 16 year old, Amery, disorderly conduct, $250.
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Hummingbird curfew My husband, Peter, is fascinated by hummingbirds. This year has been a difficult year for hummingbird watching as there has been a lot of competition at the feeder. First, the ants wouldn’t leave it alone. Then a bear smashed the feeder to bits. Right after Peter replaced the feeder, wasps found it. Peter gave up for a while and took the feeder down, replacing it with a fancy wasp trap that worked surprisingly well. Wasps were lining up to commit suicide in this hive-shaped contraption that Peter filled with sweet liquid. I had to conclude that wasps are not very smart. “Oh look! There are 200 of my dead companions all gathered together! This must be a great place to eat!” The Once the wasps were Postscript thinned out, the hummingbird feeder went back up, just Carrie Classon in time for the annual migration of the “Rufous” hummingbirds. This is always an exciting time for Peter. The Rufous is not a nice hummingbird—and I don’t think hummingbirds are nice to begin with. “If hummingbirds were ten times bigger, we would hate them!” I tell Peter. He can’t disagree. From my highly unscientific observations, I would estimate that hummingbirds spend one-tenth of their time eating and the other nine-tenths trying to prevent other hummingbirds from eating. The Rufous is even worse. The Rufous is marginally bigger than the other hummingbirds so, when they move in, they act like the Jets in “West Side Story”—except they don’t even get along with one another. The Rufous snaps open its tailfeathers like a switchblade to scare the other birds away. “I’m a big, bad bird!” the Rufous says, fan-
ning its orange tail and looking tough. No one seems to get any eating done. It’s just a lot of posturing and fighting. “Hummingbirds are dumb!” I tell Peter. “Yeah, but they’re beautiful!” Peter says, looking at their shiny feathers and delicate beaks. We have a long wire strung from our neighbors’ shed to our house that we hang lights from. I would estimate there is room for 3,000 hummingbirds on that strand of wire but, according to hummingbird logic, more than one hummingbird on the line at a time is a crowd. They fight like mad for one particular spot on the wire while the rest of the space sits vacant. “Hummingbirds are selfish!” I tell Peter. “Yeah, but they’re acrobatic!” Peter says, watching them dip and dive to drive one another off the wire. I’m sure someone smarter than me could explain what sort of evolutionary advantage all this fighting over nothing accomplishes. It seems utterly pointless. But, perhaps that’s how all fighting seems when looking at another species. It is only as the sun is setting that the hummingbirds set aside their antisocial games. They seem to realize that if they are going to get anything to eat, they are going to have to do it before it gets dark. All the bravado and all the squabbling ends in the last moments of the day when they finally get down to business and take care of themselves. For this brief period, right before hummingbird curfew, the hummingbirds forget their differences and sit together at the feeder—nine at a time, side by side—and suck down the nectar they will need to make it through the night. “Better hurry up!” Peter says to the last stragglers. “Night’s coming!” I think I know just how they feel. Till next time, Carrie
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AREA CHURCHES AMERY CONGREGATIONAL 201 N. Harriman Ave., Amery, Barry Schaefer, pastor, 715-268-7390, www.ameryucc.org Wednesday, July 29: 4 pm Youth Group. Sunday, August 2: 9:30 am Christian Education Meeting; 10 am Outdoor Worship Service with Communion; 11:15 am Diaconate Meeting.
AMERY FREE LUTHERAN 1 mile west of golf course on CTH F, Andrew Olson, interim pastor, 715-268-9218, www.ameryflc.org APPLE RIVER COMMUNITY 942 US Hwy. 8, Amery, Justin Hosking, pastor, 715268-2176, www.appleriverchurch.org Wednesday, July 29: 10 am Men’s Bible Study. Sunday, August 2: 10 am In Church Service with Spacing/ Parking Lot Service, Livestream on Facebook; 1 pm Service on WPCA Radio 93.1.
BALSAM LUTHERAN 1115 Mains Crossing, Amery, Dan Watland, pastor, 507-459-1141, Church 715-268-9291, www. balsamlutheranchurch.org CLEAR LAKE UNITED METHODIST 420 4th Ave., Clear Lake, John Hazen, pastor, 715-2632700, www.willowriverparish.org DEER PARK UNITED METHODIST 221 2nd St. W., Deer Park, John Hazen, pastor, 715-2632700, www.willowriverparish.org DERONDA LUTHERAN 1239 65th Ave., Amery, Lori Peper, pastor, 715-2689577, www.derondachurch.net
124 E. Church St., Clayton, Gregory Becker, pastor, 715541-2955, lmmLCLCMS@centurytel.net
IMMANUEL LUTHERAN 375 65th Ave., Clayton, Margaret Grant, pastor, 715948-2867, www.cllutheran.org JOURNEY CHURCH 131 Broadway St. E., Amery, Derek Downs, lead pastor, 715-268-2223, www.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, 715-2689577, www.littlefallschurch.net Broadcasting church services on the WPCA 93.1 FM radio station Sunday mornings at 8 am.
LIVING WORD CHAPEL 2746 Hwy. 64, Forest, Sean & Libby Higgins, senior leaders, 715-265-4810 or 715-781-8247, www. livingwordchapel.com MOE LUTHERAN (ELCA) 451 30th St., Clear Lake, Margaret Grant, pastor, 715948-2867, www.cllutheran.org NEW LIFE COMMUNITY 119 Birch St. W., Amery, Craig Jorgenson, pastor, 715268-6989, www.amerynewlifechurch.org OUR LADY OF THE LAKES CATHOLIC 507 W. Main St., Balsam Lake, Father Eugene Murphy, pastor, 715-405-2253, www.ourladyofthelakes.ws
Broadcasting church services on the WPCA 93.1 FM radio station Sunday mornings at 8 am.
Thursdays: 9 am Mass. Saturdays: 6 pm Mass. Sundays: 8:30 am Mass.
EAST BALSAM BAPTIST 1816 108th St./CTH I, Balsam Lake, Ken Mandley, pastor, 715-857-5411, www.eastbalsam.org
OUR SAVIOR’S LUTHERAN 217 Deronda St., Amery, Keith Ruehlow, pastor, 715268-7290, www.oslcamery.org
Sundays: 9 am Worship Service live streaming at www. eastbalsam.org. On the homepage, click “YouTube” at the top.
REDEEMER LUTHERAN 600 Keller Ave. S., Amery, Tom Hahn, pastor, 715-2687283, www.redeemerlutheranchurch-amery.com
EAST IMMANUEL LUTHERAN 207 120th Street, Amery, Kathy Pennington, pastor, 715-268-2143, www.eastimmanuel-lutheran.org
Redeemer Lutheran Church will have weekly recorded services on our church Facebook page or website.
REEVE EVANGELICAL FREE 205 1 1/2 St./Cty. Rd K, Clear Lake, Todd Groat, pastor, 715-263-2126, www.reevechurch.org
EAST LINCOLN ALLIANCE 735 70th Ave., Amery, Eric Danielson and Randy Schussman, pastors, 715-268-2350, www. eastlincolnalliance.com
ST. BARNABAS EPISCOPAL 365 5th St., Clear Lake, Rev. Geri E. Sola, 715-263-2961
FAITH FAMILY (UNITED METHODIST) 2692 154th Ave., Emerald, John Hazen, pastor, 715263-2700, www.willowriverparish.org FAITH LUTHERAN (ELCA) 301 1st Ave. E., Balsam Lake, Diane Norstad, pastor, 715-485-3800, www.faithlutheranbl.com FAITH LUTHERAN (ELCA) 134 Prentice St. S, Clayton, Margaret Grant, pastor, 715948-2867, www.cllutheran.org FIRST LUTHERAN 240 Elm St., Amery, Tim Bjorge, pastor, 715-268-7135, www.flcamery.org Sundays: 9 am Online Worship. Check our website and app for more information.
FIRST LUTHERAN (LCMC) 811 South Ave. W, Clear Lake, Bryan S. Anderson, pastor, 715-263-2846, www.firstluthclearlake.com Saturday, August 1: 7 am Men’s Bible Study. Sunday, August 2: 8:30 am Contemporary Worship with Communion; 10 am Traditional Worship with Communion; 11 am Fellowship. Monday, August 3: 7 pm Compassionate Friends Meeting.
GEORGETOWN LUTHERAN (ELCA) 877 190th Ave./Cty. Rd. G, Balsam Lake (Fox Creek), Diane House, pastor, 715-857-5580, www. georgetownlutheran.net GRACE LUTHERAN - WELS 460 4th St., Clear Lake, Ellery W. Groth, pastor, 715263-2164 HOLY TRINITY ORTHODOX 523 1st St., Clayton, Chris Wojcik, pastor, 715-9482493, www.htocclayton.org IMMANUEL EV. LUTHERAN (LCMS)
ST. JOSEPH CATHOLIC 1050 Keller Ave. N., Amery, Father Eugene Murphy, 715268-7717, www.stjosephamery.org Saturdays: 4 pm Mass Sundays: 10:30 am Mass Wednesdays: 9 am Mass
ST. JOHN LUTHERAN 2803 Hwy. 64, Glenwood City (Forest), John Wilman, pastor, 715-265-4087 Friday, July 31-Saturday, August 1: Pastor’s Day Off. Sunday, August 2: 8 am Worship with Holy Communion. Tuesday, August 4: 6:30 pm SJ/SP Bible Study at St. Paul’s.
ST. PAUL LUTHERAN 214 North St. W., Deer Park, John Wilman, pastor, 715269-5126 Friday, July 31-Saturday, August 1: Pastor’s Day Off. Sunday, August 2: 9 am Fellowship; 9:30 am Worship with Holy Communion; 10:30 am Ladies Meet. Tuesday, August 4: 6:30 pm SJ/SP Bible Study at St. Paul’s.
SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST 76 20th Ave., Clear Lake, John Redlich, pastor 715-645-2230; Head Elder Norman Britain 715263-2457, Church 715-263-3034, www.clearlakewiadventistchurch.org TRINITY LUTHERAN OF GARFIELD 1578 85th Ave., Amery, Lori Peper, pastor, 715-2689577, www.trinitylutheranchurchofamery.com Broadcasting church services on the WPCA 93.1 FM radio station Sunday mornings at 8 am.
Saturday, August 1: 8 am Men’s Group. Sunday, August 2: 10 am Worship In Person and Facebook Live. Tuesday, August 4: 9 am Quilting.
ELIM LUTHERAN 1277 60th St., Range, Dan Watland, pastor, 715-268-3800
ST. JOHN’S CATHOLIC 811 4th St., Clear Lake, Fr. John Long, pastor, 715-2657133, www.jbjsaints.com
UNITED COVENANT 348 5th St. NW, Clear Lake, Dan Pearson, pastor, 715263-2665, www.unitedcovchurch.org Friday, July 31: 2 pm Kid’s Blast Time (Facebook Live). Sunday, August 2: 10 am Worship Service.
WEST IMMANUEL LUTHERAN (ELCA) 447 180th St., Osceola, Pastor Matt Saarem, Interim Pastor, www.westimmanuel.org, 715-294-2936 Sundays: 9am Outdoor Worship/Inclement Weather Servant Hall. Communion 1st & 3rd Sundays
WORD OF LIFE FELLOWSHIP 2181 280th St., Clear Lake , Patricia and Harlen Wienke, pastors, 715-263-2904
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Amery Free Press will make the relationship work. Relationships are almost always vehicles for personal growth. We learn about ourselves, emotionally and spiritually, through our relationships. It’s almost always worth the time and effort to work at them and to realize that compatibility is malleable. It may sometimes seem easier to just go it alone, but that is a lonely proposition. Take a growth-oriented approach to your relationships, and realize that both individuals and their relationships can change. – Christopher Simon
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Ken L. Hanson
Dean T. Johnson
George E. Bodenner
Kenneth L. Hanson passed away peacefully surrounded by his many loved ones on July 4, 2020 after an extended and brave battle with a brain tumor. Ken was born in Amery, Wisconsin on January 8, 11944 to Hilding and Marg garet Hanson. He grew up iin Amery and graduated ffrom Amery High School in 11962. He lived in Amery for m many years and moved to M Minnesota in 1991 and then tto in Lake Elmo, MN in 2002 a and lived there until his p passing. Ken grew up helping his p parents in their grocery sstore in Amery and learned to be a meat cutter from his dad. He worked as a meat cutter in his parents IGA Foods store in Amery, for the Alpha Beta grocery stores in California and for Knowlan’s Super Markets in Minnesota. He also worked for a time at New York Life selling insurance, while enjoying the many activities on his hobby farm, raising his family. He met his loving wife, Anne while working for Knowlan’s. Together, he and Anne later built successful businesses, owning a True Value hardware store in River Falls, WI and owning rental properties around St. Paul, MN. He enjoyed being a business owner in many capacities. Ken was very talented working with his hands fixing, building, and creating just about anything he put his mind to. There are countless keepsakes he designed and made for the family that will be cherished by many. Ken was loved by all who knew him and he drew people in with his warm and loving personality. He loved to have fun with everyone. He loved music and dancing. He loved camping, whether in his many RVs or roughing it in the Boundary Waters. He had a big and infectious smile and was always the life of the party. He enjoyed collecting model cars, trucks and tractors and unique currency but he might be best remembered for his California Raisin figurines which he displayed on his dashboard for many years, much to the delight of his grandchildren. Of all of his accomplishments, Ken was most proud of his family. He is survived by his wife of almost 29 years, Anne, his children Tracey (Keith), Tim (Kerri), Tari, Tami (Ben), Troy (Sheila) and stepchildren Mike (Alecia) and Jennifer. He is also survived by his brother Harvey, sister Marjorie (Gary), 19 grandchildren and 2 great- grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his parents, Hilding and Margaret, infant twin daughters Jennifer and Jill and his stepson Matt. A Celebration Of Life was held at Cremation Society of Minnesota on July 12, 2020. Due to Covid-19 restrictions, the service was only open to close family. Ken was always a bright light and will be deeply missed.
On August 25, 1961 in Milwaukee, WI Stanley and Nancy Johnson welcomed into this world a red-headed boy whom they named Dean Thomas Johnson. He was also known to his family by his nickname: A Archie. (This was bes stowed upon him by his o older brother, because of his l likeness to the red-haired a freckled comic book and c character.). He was an a active, energetic boy, with a t temperament to match his flaming hair. Dean was an a avid sports participant all t through school as a wrest tler, football and basketball p player, and shot putter. He made many friends during those years, friends that stayed with him the rest of his life. After his school years, he supported professional sports, enjoying the games with his friends. Dean loved being with his family and his many friends. But he also cherished his “alone” time: going for a drive (in his truck or on his bike), walking in the Barrens, and exploring remote places. He loved driving semi-truck and seeing the countryside, especially out west. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and going for a ride on his motorcycle. He liked trying new recipes, and grilling in the outdoors. He shared many interests with his father: woodworking, building birdhouses, John Wayne movies, Lonesome Dove and The Sacketts books, as well as the value of hard work and the importance of family. He was an avid hunter and fisherman, enjoying time spent in the woods either alone or with his father. Dean worked many places in his lifetime, among them: Plastech in Amery, Wisconsin; Precision Casting in Milwaukee, driving over the road, and as a trucking dispatcher. He also worked in several retail businesses. He did whatever he could to stay active and productive, and appreciate the time given to him. Dean had the biggest, kindest heart and when you got a hug from him, you could feel exactly how he felt for you. He especially loved being among his friends. Whether it was watching a football game or tipping a few back at Charlie’s, he didn’t really care where he was. He made it special whenever he was around. His later years were riddled with health problems; first his heart, then the cancer. Through it all, he was lovingly supported by his family and friends. His courage and strength to fight as long as he did was inspirational. Dean passed peacefully at home at the young age of 58, surrounded by his family on July 23, 2020, after a 12-year battle with cancer. He is preceded in death by his parents, Stan and Nancy Johnson, and by his nephew, Jason Roberts. He leaves behind Mia (his cat, who we all know was his and his only!), three kids: Laura Johnson, Phillip Williams, and Mike Johnson, grandson Jamie and many nieces and nephews. He will also be greatly missed by his brother: Doug (Patti) Johnson and three sisters: Diane Burritt, Denise Johnson, and Donnamae (Waynne) Bjurstrom. A Celebration of Life service for Dean will be held at 1:00 pm on Saturday, August 8, 2020 at DD Kennedy Park, 1459 Kennedy Mill Ave., Amery. To sign an online guest book and view a video tribute visit www.williamsonwhite.com. Arrangements were made with the Williamson-White Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Amery.
George Earle Bodenner, 92, passed away at his home on July 19, 2020. He was born on the family farm in Amery, Polk County, Wisconsin on Christmas Eve 1927. He enlisted in the Navy in 1945, serving in three w wars: World War II, Korea, a Viet Nam. He comand m manded the Navy Recruiti District that includes ing A Alabama, Mississippi, and N Northwest Florida; worked w with Military Sealift C Command in Bremerhave Germany; and served en, o eight ships during his on c career. George was Captain o his last ship—one of the of first in the Navy to include women as crew members—from which he retired as Lieutenant Commander. George proudly served his country for 32 years. George and Doris loved Door County from the first time they visited. They moved to Sturgeon Bay in 1977, founded Door Peninsula Realty, and built a lifetime of enduring friendships. George is survived by Doris, his wife of 63 years; daughter Rebecca Ann Bodenner (Alan Pyle) of Lansdale, PA; son Scott David Bodenner (Fabio Toblini) of Brooklyn, NY; grandchildren Georgia Claire Stewart (James) and Leilani Anne Pyle; and great-grandchildren Lucy and Henry Stewart. George was preceded in death by his parents, Ralph and Constance Bodenner, and brothers Lawrence, Leonard, Ralph, and Frank. A memorial celebration of George’s life will be held at a later date. Forbes Funeral Home & Cremations of Sturgeon Bay is in charge of arrangements.
Mark Phillip Branco Mark Phillip Branco, of Amery, WI, passed away on July 20, 2020 at his home in Amery. Mark was born August 21, 1952 to Olaf Ringsby and Lola Branco (Lauritsen) in St. Louis Park, MN. He g grew up in St. Louis Park, g graduating from St. Louis P Park Senior High School. H He spent many years workiing at Starkey Hearing in E Eden Prairie, MN and SMC, L Ltd in Amery, WI. Mark was an avid outd doorsman. He loved fishing, h hunting, or even just going ffor a walk in the woods. He e enjoyed spending time at d different hunting properties he owned throughout his life, with his family, and with his dogs. He loved muscle cars, taking pictures, and movies. He will always be remembered for his one of a kind sense of humor and his love of playing jokes. He was preceded in death by his father, Olaf, mother, Lola, and brother, Nick. He is survived by son, Tony Branco of Spring Valley, WI , significant other, Janet Engen, of Amery, WI,
and niece, Michelle Schwichtenberg as well as many loving cousins and friends. A Celebration of life will be held for Mark on Friday, July 31st from 4pm-8pm at Williamson-White Funeral Home located at 222 Harriman Avenue North, in Amery, Wisconsin. Memorials are appreciated in lieu of flowers. Williamson-White Funeral Home in Amery, WI is handling arrangements.
Roberta “Bobbi” Lee Rutcosky Roberta "Bobbi" Lee Rutcosky, a longtime resident of Amery, WI, passed away on July 23rd, 2020. Bobbi is survived by her two children, Nita Rutcosky-Deane and Bill Rutcosky; and her two grandc children, Brandon Deane a and Hunter Deane. Bobbi was born in Amery o on March 17th, 1942, to W William H. and Jeanne B Burman. Bobbi always rremained true to her St. P Patrick's Day birthday. A After graduating from h high school in Amery, she m married and later moved to W Washington State to raise h her children. Learning much about the retail business from her father, Bobbi never lacked for opportunities in that field. In later years, she enjoyed real estate investment, property renovation, and management. Bobbi loved golf. Though her health did not allow her to enjoy playing it in these last years, her fondest memories were never far from early morning tee times at the Amery Golf Course. Bobbi was glad for the opportunity to own a sugar bush and make maple syrup. "She never had so much fun." She also enjoyed collecting antiques and Little Lulu memorabilia. She took pleasure in creating quilting blocks and intricate doilies. She looked forward to her summers in Gig Harbor, WA. Her home on the beach was her favorite place. There, she also came to love sailing and exploring the San Juan Islands of Puget Sound. A private ceremony for family and friends is being held for Bobbi. "She had wonderful stories about old friends and people she just met. She will be remembered for her gift of conversation and her laugh." To sign an online guest book visit www.williamsonwhite.com. Arrangements were made with the Williamson-White Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Amery.
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A 2004 study in Andersonville, Ind. showed that, per square foot of space, local firms had 70 percent greater local economic impact than chain firms. By sourcing more of their supplies and products from local vendors, employing local people and keeping their profit close to home, these businesses contribute more to the local economy.
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ig chain stores may offer slightly lower prices on some items —if you’re lucky — but one thing they’re almost universally criticized for is customer service.
If you want to be served by businesses that truly care about you, it’s best to find local stores that know their products and, more importantly, know how to treat people.
CLOSER RELATIONSHIPS The individuals that run and own local businesses could be your friends, neighbors, or even a relative. This relationship allows the consumer to forge an actual friendship and respect with the proprietor of the business. Small business owners generally go the extra mile to ensure you find what you need and that your needs are taken care of while you shop with them. That professional relationship can open other doors to you that you will not get at other retailers. Many small business owners take great pride in serving their neighbors which lends them to being far more flexible than a corporate entity.
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to a community are the owners. Unlike the rushed and harried seasonal workers at big chain stores, owners and employees of local shops are people you recognize from within the community. This makes visiting their businesses more personal than a standard shopping trip. Staying local gives you an opportunity to establish relationships with shop owners who can come to know your preferences and will be able to help you more easily, leading to a relaxed, personal shopping experience.
MORE INVOLVED Many local business owners are also active in the town and nearby areas. The man who helped you pick out the perfect present for your niece may be the same person who puts out a fire at a neighbor’s house. The hairdresser could be the one overseeing the next big seasonal festival. By supporting the livelihoods of these people, you in turn support their ability to give back to the community.
GOOD VALUE We all want to get a good value on the products we buy. But if the money you spend isn’t going to help your friends and neighbors locally, how much of a value is it really? Before you buy that television, MP3 player, bookcase — or any other product of the sort — call up your local small business. Ask them if they have any price matching programs. Many businesses do, but the information is often posted on signs in the store that are overlooked by shoppers. That means there is a good chance you can get your product at a competitive price and still support your local business community. Resisting the pull of out-of-town stores can be difficult, but the benefits of local shopping are worth staying close to home. Keeping money and consumer loyalty within the local economy helps create a community atmosphere, and that’s great for customer service.
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community’s local businesses are often what write the town’s history, initiate and maintain traditions and give a community its special characteristics. Shopping local also creates a positive ripple effect throughout the entire community.
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local, your money is actually working overtime. Your dollars are getting you the things you need but they also work to get your neighbors the things that they need. You might find that the sticker price of an item at a local business is a little higher at times, but before you hesitate, remember that your dollar is working harder, too.
When you spend local, it stays local. It pays local workers, who send their children to local schools and pay mortgages on homes in the community. Every American worker also pays taxes on money earned in the United States, which is then used to fund education, agriculture, social programs and business. It is a circulation of money that is crucial to a community’s success. Not convinced? Consider this: According to the Andersonville Study of Retail Economics, shopping local generates 70 percent more local economic activity per square foot than their big box store counterparts.
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District 10 Primary quickly approaching BY APRIL ZIEMER EDITOR@THEAMERYFREEPRESS.COM
Regardless the outcome of this fall’s election, the Wisconsin state Senate will look quite different as seven of the state’s 33 senators have either recently stepped down or announced they will not seek re-election. Among three August 11 primary races in west-central Wisconsin is the 10th Senate District contest, where Rep. Rob Stafsholt, R-New Richmond is facing off against Cherie Link, a Republican from Somerset. Stafsholt is giving up the 29th Assembly District position he has had since 2017 to seek the Senate position. The winner of the Republican primary for the 10th District will face Sen. Patty Schachtner, D-Somerset, who was elected in a January 2018 special election to succeed longtime Republican Sheila Harsdorf after she was appointed as secretary of the state Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection by former Gov. Scott Walker. The Amery Free Press reached out to both candidates in the upcoming State Senate District 10 race. WHAT ARE THE TOP THREE ISSUES FACING NORTHWEST WISCONSIN VOTERS? Cherie Link: Bringing our economy back from the effects of the Wuhan Coronavirus, while protecting seniors and other vulnerable persons. Protecting Wisconsin taxpayers from tax increases of any kind in a time when so many workers have lost jobs, so many small businesses and farms have closed or are struggling to stay afloat. As a Republican, I of course believe in smaller government, Link but in an unprecedented time as this it is absolutely crucial that state government cinch the belt, working harder and smarter to serve our people. Fighting for Northwest Wisconsin's fair share of the dollars that do get spent from the state. Programs like school aid, road construction and local road aid, property tax relief and various other community services. We can be forgotten up here and it takes a fighter to compete with Milwaukee and Madison. Patty Schachtner has been voting with her liberal, Democrat members on spending those dollars, and it has to change. Rob Stafsholt: Keeping Wisconsin Safe and Working - I've been fighting to reopen Wisconsin’s economy safely, getting people back to work and getting government out of the way — while first making sure we protect seniors and the most vulnerable. Controlling Taxes and Spending - We must consistently work to control government spending and lower taxes, I will stand up against the liberal Democrats who are working to increase our taxes and send that money to Milwaukee and Madison. Supporting Our Local Farmers - As a 4th generation farmer myself, I have seen firsthand, and understand, the hard work put in and the needs of our farming communities.
I will continue to fight for family farms, our agricultural heritage, and the impact they provide to our local economy. WHAT CAN THE WISCONSIN LEGISLATURE DO TO HELP BUSINESSES WITH CHALLENGES FACED DURING THE CORONAVIRUS PANDEMIC? Cherie Link: As a small business owner and job creator I know first-hand how important re-opening our economy is. First, Government should do no harm, which includes not imposing new taxes nor onerous regulations. Government can help in that they can be a trusted source of information. We need a solid resource of information on the health impacts to businesses and health care facilities. Government could provide shared purchasing power for PPE. I put forth my Control Bureaucrats Pandemic plan on my Facebook page, Link For Senate, outlining the steps we need to take to take to ensure that one person does not have the ability to shut down our economy. Rob Stafsholt: Government should never impose policies that restrict the ability of its citizens to succeed, and we must have a reasonable approach that allows us to function while providing care for the elderly and most vulnerable. As a sitting lawmaker, my main job is to listen to concerns, and to direct my constituents and business owners to the resources that are available Stafsholt to them. That's what I've done throughout my time in the State Assembly, and it's what I'll continue to do. WHAT ARE THE MAJOR DIFFERENCES BETWEEN YOU AND YOUR OPPONENT? Cherie Link: My decades of community service, my connections to my neighbors and my commitment to my conservative principals have given me the foundation to be an effective leader in the State Senate. I believe I am the strongest candidate to win this seat in November, my outsider community leadership matches up very favorably against an incumbent who has forgotten who she is representing. I can appeal to the farmer in Polk County, the commuter in Hudson, the small business owner in Grantsburg, and the college student in Menomonie equally; and I am driven and will work tirelessly to take back this seat. Rob Stafsholt: Throughout my elections the past four years I have always chosen to not talk negatively about my opponents, I just highlight my accomplishments and express my goals if elected. I do believe that experience matters. My private sector experience, both running small businesses and working on my family farm, provides the skills needed to effectively address the issues facing our region. And my proven conservative voting in the State Legislature has demonstrated that I have the record to back up my words. Combined, those have made me an effective member of the Assembly, and they'll help conservatives win back the 10th Senate District in November.
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Larry is a 10 month old Black Lab-Shepherd Mix, in his adolescent prime. He is a tall fellow with a soft black coat. Larry is the perfect combination of Lab and Shepherd. He likes to chase balls or anything you might like to throw for him. He is curious and engaged, interested in people and fun. Larry walks nicely on leash and is ready to use his brain smarts to learn. Throw in some direction and training and he will shine. Larry is housetrained and will make a fantastic companion for an active household that wants to include him in everything. It was another busy week of adoptions by appointment. One dog, six puppies and two kittens were adopted with the help of 44 adoption inquires, multiple appointments and numerous phone tag conversations. We are happy for them all, the adopters and the animals. With all of our puppies adopted, this week will be a bit more sane. Puppy Momma Greta is ready to meet her new family. She is a two year old Heeler Mix with a wiry Blonde coat, speckled paws and two black eye patches. She is very cute and man can she wiggle. She is so excited to meet you she almost bends in half. Greta is a happy girl. She is 45 pounds, medium size. Friends have been asking if our annual Shelter Hike is happening this fall as usual. We are happy to report that it is happening, but not as usual. We are planning to have a Virtual Dog Walk in place of our Paws
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on the Trail Shelter Hike. The event will take place in your own home, backyard or favorite trail. It will help raise funds for the shelter with participants raising pledge dollars to donate. The 2020 Arnell Virtual Dog Walk will be a Facebook Event, lasting two weeks, September 12 - 26. There will not be a registration fee. Participants will be able to enter online contests by submitting a video or photo. Contest categories include: Best Costume, Best Smile, Cutest Photo, “Caption This” Photo, Best Selfie with a pet, Naughtiest Pet Photo, Funniest Video, Best Kisser, Best Trick and an Art/ Drawing Contest. Our pets are helping us all to keep a smile during this trying time. Let’s use that happiness to participate in and support the shelter through the Virtual Arnell Dog Walk. We will be adding further information and details as the event draws near. So put on your thinking caps now. Find those photos and make those videos. It will be September before you know it!
Division A Low Gross – Morgan Brotzel – 44 Low Net – Tracy AndersonClaussen – 36 Low Putts – Tracy Anderson-Claussen – 17 Game of the Day – Heather Thompson Division B Low Gross – Tie, Gwen Wold and Heidi Maupin – 53 Low Net – Sherri Berg – 35 Low Putts – Mandy Brotzel – 15 Game of the Day – Julie
Schanon Division C Low Gross – Sally Christenson, Amanda Wold, Sid Jones – 56 Low Net – Ore Schock – 35 Low Putts – Sally Christenson – 15 Game of the Day – Ore Schock
Amery 18-Hole Ladies Golf League July 22, 2020 A Flight: Low Gross – Judy Collier 90 Low Net – Jody Waterman 73 Low Putts – Jody Waterman 27
Game of the Day – Kathy McIntosh B Flight: Low Gross – Sue Henningsgard 109 Low Net – Sue Wears 75 Low Putts – Sue Henningsgard 30 Game of the Day – Sue Henningsgard C Flight: Low Gross – Lou John 110 Low Net – Jan Reichert/Judy Park 81 Low Putts – Jan Reichert 31 Game of the Day – Karen Smith Birdie(s): Paula Fussy (#15) Chip In(s): Heidi Maupin (#11)
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A lack of Polk County policy pertaining to the situation left state statutes determining the Chair of the county board shall appoint a person to fill the vacancy with the approval of the rest of the county board. Georgetown resident Mike Miles, who ran against Masters last April, addressed the topic during Public Comment. Masters won the District with 464 over the 304 Miles received. Miles said, “Today may well be one of the most important County Board meetings in memory. It could determine the make up of our County Board until the spring election in 2022. Chairman Nelson has the authority to make the appointments, but what happens with his suggestions is clearly up to the board.” He suggested the board could make the appointments temporary until a special election could be held next spring. “The first option makes our county look
more like a theifdom with representation by declaration, the second recognizes that democracy is participatory and that representation is solely in the hands of those being governed. Democracy was never meant to be easy or cheap,” said Miles. Greg Marsten feels it is an issue to have seats appointed as county residents would prefer to have a choice in who represents them. During Public Comment Marsten said, “The concern that has been expressed by many is that the appointments are very political and that the Chairman who is making the appointments is considering the candidates through their politics rather than their ability to represent all their constituents.” In response, Nelson said he had spoken to residents of each district, gotten suggestions on names and run them past the Executive Committee. The Board did ultimately approve Nelson’s appointments for the entirety of the terms.
Thank you Lakeside Foods, New Richmond, for purchasing my market hog I raised for the fair.
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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. ** Commitment is defined as the state or quality of being dedicated to a cause, activity, etc‌ How is it that we can stay committed to something when everything is now so “on-demandâ€? to us and always at our fingertips? According to an article on waunderlustworker.com there are three simple steps you can take to stay committed to anything. Start with setting S.M.A.R.T.E.R goals. Set very (S)pecific goals; don’t say you want to have a lot of money, come up with an exact amount. The next is (M)eaningful; the goal should have a deep-rooted reason(s) for you. (A)achievable; the goals you set should be something you can actually fulfill. The next one is to set (R)evelant goals to you and your life and (T)ime-based goals; when you are writing down your goals set a specific time or day that you want to achieve it by. (E)valuate your goals constantly and make sure you are making progress and lastly (R)e-evaluate your goals; if you are not making progress what can be done differently to change your path? Create a massive plan of action with everything down to the last detail on how you are going to reach your goal, measure and track your results as well, this is the only way that you will know if you are on the right path or go back and re-evaluate and possibly take a different path to get to where you want to be. And lastly, manage your time, we all have the same amount of time in the day; it is how we use it that makes us different. Stay focused on what your overall goal is and the rest will fall into place. Total persistence is going to get you to where
OBITUARY you want to be, what matters most is how committed to the path it takes to get there! 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 postings the more people that know what activities we have happening the better! Search Amery Area Community/Senior Center • We look forward to the day when we can all gather again and have you all participate in our daily activities at the center such as Coffee Club, Silver Foxes, Bridge, Pool, Cribbage, the Fitness Room, Line Dancing, Scrapping & Stamping, Mah-Jong, Polish Poker, Bingo and many more! If you have any questions about any of these activities please contact me at 715-268-6605; leave a message and I will get back with you as soon as I can or email me at aaccjen@outlook. com
• ALL RENTALS AT THIS TIME ARE ON HOLD; however, when we re-open and you are looking for a place to host a graduation party or family gathering such as a birthday party. 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
Dorothy Marie Fredrick Dorothy Marie Fredrick, age 81 of Amery, WI passed away peacefully at her home July 27, 2020 surrounded by her family. Dorothy M Marie F Fredrick w was born M March 31, 11939 to Antton (Tony) a and Cecilia ((Komrey) U Utecht in C Cylon, WI. S She attende ed and graduated from New Richmond School. In 1959 she was united in marriage to Robert Fredrick. This marriage was blessed with 6 children, Laurie, James, Gary, Debbie, Bill and Melissa. Dorothy worked at Amery Regional Medical Center in housekeeping and later on as a Dietary Aide. Dorothy enjoyed dancing, collecting nuns and spending time with her
children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. Dorothy is survived by her husband Robert; children Laurie, James (Sandy), Gary (Mary) Debbie (Tom), Bill and Missy (Richard); 15 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren. Dorothy is preceded in death by her parents Tony and Cecilia Utecht; sisters Mary Zacharias and Leona Miles. Visitation for Dorothy will be held on Tuesday, August 4, 2020 from 4-8 at Williamson-White Funeral Home in Amery, as well as 1 hour prior to services at the church on Wednesday. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, August 5, 2020 at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Amery. A private family interment will take place at the Amery Cemetery at a later date. To sign an online guestbook and view a video tribute please visit www. williamsonwhite.com Arrangements were made with the Williamson ~ White Funeral Home and Cremation Services in Amery, WI.
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us your volunteer hours it helps gain grant dollars by showing how active our members are? Please email Jen at aaccjen@outlook.com or call 715-268-6605 with your hours each month, thank you! Jen Tyman, Interim Director
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To mark the 75th Anniversary of the end of World War II, we are putting together a special section about the men and women from our area who served.
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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.
We need the community’s help in ďŹ nding and giving credit to these veterans, living and dead. We have a page on our website, https://www.theameryfreepress.com/site/forms/ online_services/wwii_submissions/, where you can share details and a photo of your veteran. We plan to release the section in August before the 75th Anniversary of the end of the war on September 2.
Thanks for your help!
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Summer Info: R Registration i t ti thi this year can b be a bit confusing! Check out the simple how-to on our Summer Reading page at amerylibrary.org/summer-reading.
NOTICE OF PENDING APPLICATION FOR PROPOSED RIPRAP
July 31 – Last Day to Log Summer Reading Info: The Summer Reading Program ends July 31st – make sure to get all your books, hours, AND activities logged in order to get credit for completing the program!! Raffle winners will be contacted in August. Summer Performers & Programs: Online summer events are taking place for a few more weeks! Sign up for kids craft kits (Page Turner events), teen crafts (DIY), weekly Usborne Summer Camps, or just watch the Page Turner videos at amerylibrary. org/summer-reading. Usborne Summer Camps: Online learning mini camps for kids 3-9 with an adult. Wednesdays at 10:30 am (sign up weekly). To sign up or for more info, check out amerylibrary.org/summer-reading. Page Turner Adventures (Craft Programs): Online weekly events for kids! Visit amerylibrary.org/summer-reading to register for a kids craft kit. Teen Assorted Craft Kits: Sign up for a craft kit just for your teen (grades 6-12)! Visit amerylibrary. org/summer-reading and click on the TEEN Craft Kit posters for more info! Choose from popsicle stick catapults, shrinky dinks, color-your-own squishy, and a paracord bracelet. Limited quantities available -- just for teens! Books & Brews: Thursday, August 13th at 6 pm. This month we will be discussing As Bright As Heaven, a historical fiction novel about a family moving to Philadelphia right before the arrival of the 1918 Flu Pandemic. The most exciting part is that the author, Susan Meissner, will join our book club via Zoom! We’re thrilled and honored to be able to discuss this book with Susan. If you want to join Books & Brews, send an email to hwiarda@ amerylibrary.org to be added to the list and to receive the meeting link. Books are available at the Amery Area Public Library, call to reserve yours.
Beth Edlund, 3881 Lilac Lane, Woodbury, MN 55129 has applied to the Department of Natural Resources for a permit to install riprap on the banks of Wapogasset Lake and Bear Trap Lake. The project is located in the NW1/4 of the SE1/4 of Section 25, Township 33 North, Range 17 West, Town of Lincoln, Polk County. Beth Edlund wishes to install vegetated rock riprap on her lakeshore property on Wapogasset/Bear Trap Lakes. The proposal is to install the vegetated riprap on 400 feet of shoreline. An additional 60 feet of riprap was done years ago in front of the cabin. The rock riprap and vegetation will prevent further wave undermining of the bank as well as reduce ice pressure. The property has a reasonable amount of rock that has washed out as well as been pushed into the bank by years of ice pressure. Both sides of
this point have eroded considerably in recent years due to wave action and especially ice pressure on both sides. The new additional rock will be moved to the shoreline using methods that allow for minimal or no damage to the existing shoreline plants or bank. If there are any disturbed areas, they will be revegetated immediately. The existing rock in the immediate shoreline area will be included in the new riprap. Once the rock is installed, the top portion of the rock will be vegetated with native plantings as well as the bank. The Department will review the proposal provided by the applicant and any information from public comments and a public informational hearing, if requested. The Department will determine whether the proposal complies with ss. 1.11 and 30.12(3m), Stats., and ch. NR 150, Wis. Adm. Code, and ensure that the required mitigation meets the standards in s. 281.36(3r), Stats. if the project impacts wet-
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the Department’s website. If you are requesting a public informational hearing, the request must be emailed or verbalized within 20 days after the date this notice is published on the Department’s website. A request for hearing must include the docket number or applicant name and specify the issues that the party desires to be addressed at the informational hearing. If no hearing is requested, the Department may issue its decision without a hearing. If a public informational hearing is held, comments must be postmarked no later than 10 days following the date on which the hearing is completed. The final decision may be appealed as indicated in the decision document. Docket Number IPNO-2020-49-02182 WISCONSIN DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES For the Secretary /s/ Dan Harrington Water Management Specialist July 27, 2020 (July 28)
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In-person browsing and computer use appointments are here! The Amery Area Public Library will be open on Tuesdays BY APPOINTMENT ONLY for 20-minute browsing and 60-minute computer use sessions. Visit our website at www. amerylibrary.org for detailed information. Schedule your appointment on our website or by calling us M-Th, 9 am to 5 pm at 715-268-9340, press “0”. 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, Wednesday and Thursday, 9 AM to 5 PM. Holds for all items can be placed via the MORE catalog or by emailing us at curbside@amerylibrary.org. Once you’ve received your hold pickup notice, 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 5 PM. As always, feel free to call with questions, 715-268-9340, press “0”. See our website at www.amerylibrary.org or visit our FB page for more details! 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.
lands. The Department has made a tentative determination that it will issue the permit or contract for the proposed activity. If you would like to know more about this project or would like to see the application and plans, please visit the Department’s permit tracking website at https://permits.dnr. wi.gov/water/SitePages/ Permit%20Search.aspx and search for WPIP-NO-2020-49-X0628T18-23-58. Reasonable accommodation, including the provision of informational material in an alternative format, will be provided for qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. Any person may submit comments and/ or request a public informational hearing by emailing Dan.Harrington@wisconsin.gov or over the phone at 715.733.0019. If you are submitting general comments on the proposal, they must be emailed or verbalized within 30 days after the date this notice is published on
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wound isn’t healing. And then we take Michael J. Melby steps to correct that problem. Infections – Wound Healing and underlying health issues, like diabetes, Center Medical Director can impact healing. Whatever the cause, we make sure the wound itself is in the best condition to heal. Removing dead tissue from the wound, making sure it is moist or dry and using the best type of dressing are methods we use to promote healing. Healing a chronic wound is not simple, but that’s why we’re here. If your wound hasn’t healed within four weeks, call 715-268-0175 and let us help. No referral is necessary.
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Insurance carriers require you list all household members with a driver's license on your policy. Kids with permits do not need to be listed, but absolutely do once licensed. Kids will be assigned as principal or occasional drivers depending on your driver to car ratio. Kids are generally twice the cost of adults as their inexperience proves to be more of a risk. Call your local trusted independent insurance agent to discuss youthful drivers and best options for you. 234 Keller Ave. South Amery, WI 54001 Phone 715-268-6624
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residents?
Dirk Prindle July 15th was the due date of payment and original extension as April 15th has been in previous years. October 15th remains the ending due date of your individual income tax return. September 15th remains the ending due date of your S-Corporation and Partnership tax returns.
These September and October due dates have not changed so please don’t delay and gather your information to file your return sooner versus later.
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new residents after reviewing strict criteria and a negative covid-19 test. All of the nursing homes residents and staff in Wisconsin have been tested due to increased testing capabilities. Currently, staff members are continuing to be tested bi-weekly to ensure the safety of our residents.
If you have any questions, please feel free to call us at 715-2687999. 301 Keller Ave. S Amery, WI 54001 Phone 715-268-7999
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2020 – too far from normal It’s Polk County Fair Week! Yes in a normal year it would be but 2020 is far from normal. As you may know, the Polk County Fair is one of my favorite events of the year. It’s always a great time to see what the exhibitors have done with their projects, visit with family and friends, take in the entertainment, and eat fair food for 4 days‌what can be better then all that! I have attached a photo from the Polk County Fair a couple of years ago. It’s my 4 grandsons resting with me on my Mom Pounding and Dad’s bench while enjoying mini donuts‌I Love It! the With the 2020 Polk County Fair canPavement celled, that just means the excitement for 2021 fair will be even stronger! Pam Humpal As I have mentioned before, this is a different time in our country, which means we need to stick together even more than before. Included in this issue is a couple of pages with wonderful “Think Localâ€? messages. Thank you to The Mix Up, Noah Insurance Group, and Dick’s Fresh Market/Amery Express/Save-A-Lot for emphasizing the importance of shopping local. The “Think Localâ€? pages will run for another 2 weeks. If you would like to get your business on the special pages please give me a call today at 715-268-8101. “Best Of The Amery Areaâ€?‌yes our readers have the chance to nominate their favorite businesses/people/ events for a variety of categories to be included on the ballot. The nominations include best hamburger, best employer, best service, best music, best doctor, and the list goes on. Visit www.theameryfreepress.com/bestof to make
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your nominations for the ballot. Nominations can be done now through August 3. Once the nominations are in, we will have an official ballot for our readers to vote on their favorites‌stay tuned! Happy Birthday on July 31 to my nephew, Ricky, and to my nephew, Cody; to my sister, Joanne, on August 1; and on August 4 to my nephew-in-law, Tim. Enjoy your special days! Happy Anniversary on August 4 to my good friends in Arizona, Jonzie and Rory. Have fun! It looks like a beautiful week ahead of us‌have a great one, and Be Kind!
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A quorum of the Town Board may be present. The Plan Commission for the Town of Lincoln will hold their monthly meeting on Monday, July 27, 2020 at 6:00 p.m. at the Lincoln Town Hall -- 661 85th Street. MEETING AGENDA 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8.
Call to Order Roll Call Verify Meeting Notice Approve Agenda Approve Previous Minutes Public Comments Reports of Chair/Commission Members Plat to subdivide parcel 032-00916-0000 for Steve Ferrozo off the south end of Bear Trap Lake. 9. Fire District Discussion 10. Set Date & Agenda for Next Meeting 11. Adjourn *Agenda items may not be taken up in this order* Stephanie Marciniak, Clerk 715-268-4747 Published July 21, 2020 - Amery Free Press
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PUBLIC NOTICE Electronic Ballot Tabulation Under Wisconsin State Statute 5.84(1), public tests of the electronic ballot tabulation system will be held to ascertain that the equipment will correctly count the August 11, 2020 Partisan Primary Election votes cast for all of¿ces and on all measures. All tests are open to the public. City of Amery - Wednesday, July 29 at noon
City Municipal Council Room, 118 Center St. W, Amery Patricia Bjorklund, Clerk, 715-268-7486
Village of Clayton - Wednesday, August 5 at 4 p.m.
Clayton Village Of¿ce, 111 Clayton Ave. W, Clayton Dave Fall, Clerk, 715-948-2460
Village of Clear Lake - Wednesday, August 5 at 10 a.m. Village Municipal Building, 350 4th Ave., Clear Lake Al Bannink, Clerk, 715-263-2157
Town of Alden - Wednesday, August 5 at 9 a.m. Town Hall, 183 155th St., Star Prairie Christine Genung, Clerk, 715-248-7859
Town of Apple River - Wednesday, August 5 at 2 p.m. Town Hall, 612 US Highway 8 (Range), Amery JoAnn Agne, Clerk, 715-268-6506
Town of Black Brook - Tuesday, August 4 at 8:30 a.m. Town Hall, 99 75th St., Clear Lake Sally Pickard, Clerk, 715-268-2926
Town of Clayton - Monday, August 3 at 6 p.m.
Town Hall, 462 105th Ave./Cty. Rd. D, Clayton Tracy LaBlanc, Clerk, 715-948-2036
Town of Clear Lake - Thursday, August 6 at 9 a.m. Town Hall, 375 46th St., Clear Lake Janelle Johnson, Clerk, 715-948-2189
STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: Lillian M. Pearson Notice to Creditors (Informal Administration) Case No. 20 PR 35 PLEASE TAKE NOTICE: 1. An application for informal administration was filed. 2. The decedent, with date of birth August 9, 1927 and date of death May 25, 2020 was domiciled in Polk County, State of Wisconsin, with a mailing address of 753 Pondhurst Circle, Amery, WI 54001. 3. All interested persons waived notice. 4. The deadline for filing a claim against the decedent’s estate is October 23, 2020. 5. A claim may be filed at the Polk County Courthouse, 1005 W. Main Street, Balsam Lake, Wisconsin, Room 500. /s/ Jenell L. Anderson
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WNAXLP ORDINANCE 4-2020 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING TITLE 12, CHAPTER 2 (SEC. 2) OF THE GENERAL ORDINANCES FOR THE CITY OF AMERY, POLK COUNTY, WISCONSIN, PERTAINING TO ESTABLISHMENT OF A NO WAKE ZONE ON THE APPLE RIVER. The City of Amery Council for the City of Amery, Polk County, Wisconsin do ordain as follows: WHEREAS, the City Council for the City of Amery has determined that in conformity with other relevant sections of the Municipal Code; for the orderly operation and development of
Town of Gar¿eld - Thursday, July 30 at 9 a.m. Town Hall, 690 Minneapolis St., Wanderoos Sue Knutson, Clerk, 715-268-4414
Town of Lincoln - Monday, August 3 at 11 a.m. Town Hall, 661 85th St., Amery Stephanie Marciniak, Clerk, 715-268-4747
Town of Vance Creek - Wednesday, July 29 at 1 p.m. Town Hall, 174 2nd Ave., Cty Hwy. A, Reeve Glennis Lynch, Clerk, 715-455-1432
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To be held August 3, 2020, at 7 p.m. at the District Of¿ce located at 777 South Shore Drive. AGENDA 1. Monthly of¿cers report 2. Old business 3. New business 4. Any other business that may be brought before the board. Dennis Badman, Secretary WNAXLP
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the City; and to protect the health, safety, and well-being of its citizens that it is an appropriate exercise of its authority and power to amend, create, and recreate its municipal ordinances so as to implement rules, policies and regulations pertaining to the orderly operation of the City; NOW THEREFORE, the City Council for the City of Amery does hereby approve, amend and/ or create Chapter 12-2-2 of the Municipal Code for the City of Amery, Wisconsin, Establishment of a No Wake Zone on the Apple River regulated within the municipal limits for the City of Amery according to the following provisions, to-wit: § 12-2-2 Establishment of a No Wake Zone on the Apple River.
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The full ordinance can be viewed at the City Clerk’s office located at the City of Amery, 118 Center Street West, Amery, WI – Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Respectfully Submitted, Patty Bjorklund, WCMC/CMC/CMTW Interim City Administrator/City Clerk-Treasurer City of Amery Posted in the City of Amery at: Amery City Hall and City Website (www. amerywi.gov) July 21, 2020 Published in the Amery Free Press on: July 28, 2020 (July 28)
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NOTICE OF BOARD OF REVIEW AND OPEN BOOK State of Wisconsin Town of Lincoln Polk County OPEN BOOK – Friday August 14, 2020 at the Lincoln Town Hall, 661 85th Street, Amery, WI 2:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. The Open Book session provides property owners with the opportunity to informally discuss their assessments with the Town Assessor. If you are unable to attend this meeting but have questions regarding your assessment, please call Town Assessor Barbara Zempel at (715)839-8618. Notice is hereby given that the BOARD OF REVIEW for the Town of Lincoln shall meet on Friday, August 21, 2020 from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 Noon at the Lincoln Town Hall, 661 85th Street, Amery, WI. If necessary, additional dates will be used to reconvene said meeting, as determined by the Board.
JOINT REVIEW BOARD TAX INCREMENTAL DISTRICT #2 VILLAGE OF CLAYTON, WI
JOINT REVIEW BOARD TAX INCREMENTAL DISTRICT #3 VILLAGE OF CLAYTON, WI
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the Joint Review Board for Tax Incremental District #2, Village of Clayton, Polk County, Wisconsin, will meet at 5:00 p.m. on the 4th day of August 2020, at the Clayton Village Hall, 133 Clayton Ave East, Wisconsin 54004. AGENDA 1. Call to Order and roll call to determine quorum present representing the Village of Clayton, Polk County, School District of Clayton, Wisconsin Indianhead Technical College and Member at Large. 2. Review the Public Record; Planning Documents: Plan Commission Resolution recommending amending Tax Incremental District #2; and the Resolution adopted by the Village Board adopting the amended Project Plan for Tax Incremental District #2 and the Resolution adopted by the Village Board which amended Tax Incremental District #2 and amended the territory boundaries of the District. 3. Consideration of a Resolution approving the amendment to Tax Incremental District #2 and amending the territory boundaries of the District.
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the Joint Review Board for Tax Incremental District #3, Village of Clayton, Polk County, Wisconsin, will meet at 5:30 p.m. on the 4th day of August 2020, at the Clayton Village Hall, 133 Clayton Ave East, Wisconsin 54004. AGENDA 1. Call to Order and roll call to determine quorum present representing the Village of Clayton, Polk County, School District of Clayton, Wisconsin Indianhead Technical College and Member at Large. 2. Review the Public Record; Planning Documents: Plan Commission Resolution recommending creation of Tax Incremental District #3; and the Resolution adopted by the Village Board adopting the Project Plan for Tax Incremental District #3 and the Resolution adopted by the Village Board which created Tax Incremental District #3 and established the territory boundaries of the District. 3. Consideration of a Resolution approving creation of Tax Incremental District #3 and establishing the territory boundaries of the District. 4. Adjournment.
4. Adjournment. Persons desiring information on the proposed District and Project Plan may contact the Village Clerk at 715) 948-2460. A copy of the Proposed Project Plan is available for review in the Clerk’s Office located at the Village Offices, 111 Clayton Ave West, Clayton, WI and will be provided upon request. Dated: July 24, 2020 David Fall, Village Clerk-Treasurer Village of Clayton
Persons desiring information on the proposed District and Project Plan may contact the Village Clerk at 715) 948-2460. A copy of the Proposed Project Plan is available for review in the Clerk’s Office located at the Village Offices, 111 Clayton Ave West, Clayton, WI and will be provided upon request. Dated: July 24, 2020 David Fall, Village Clerk-Treasurer Village of Clayton
No person may appear before the Board of Review, testify to the Board by telephone or object to a valuation; if that valuation was made by the Assessor or the Objector using the income method; unless the person supplies to the Assessor all of the information about income and expenses, as specified in the manual under s. 73.03(2a), that the Assessor requests. The Town shall provide by ordinance for the confidentiality of information about income and expenses that is provided to the Assessor under this paragraph and shall provide exceptions for persons using the information in the discharge of duties imposed by law or of the duties of their office or by order of a court. The information that is provided under this paragraph, unless a court determines that it is inaccurate, is not subject to the right of inspection and copying under s. 19.35(1).
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Please be advised of the following requirements: No person shall be allowed to appear before the Board of Review, to testify to the Board by telephone, or to contest the amount of any assessment of real or personal property if the person has refused a reasonable written request by certified mail of the Assessor to view such property. After the first meeting of the Board of Review and before the Board’s final adjournment, no person who is scheduled to appear before the Board of Review may contact, or provide information to, a member of the Board about the person’s objection except at a session of the Board. No person may appear before the Board of Review, testify to the Board by telephone, or contest the amount of any assessment unless, at least 48 hours before the first meeting of the Board or at least 48 hours before the objection is heard if the objection is allowed under sub. (3) (a), that person provides to the Clerk of the Board of Review notice as to whether the person will ask for removal under sub. (6m) and, if so, which member will be removed and the person’s reasonable estimate of the length of time that the hearing will take. When appearing before the Board, the person shall specify, in writing, the person’s estimate of the value of the land and of the improvements that are the subject of the person’s objection and specify the information that the person used to arrive at that estimate.
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NOTICE OF POSITION OPENING UNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
ELEMENTARY PHYSICAL EDUCATION LONG-TERM SUB Position: Seeking a caring and enthusiastic individual to wll a long-term Elementary Physical Education Substitute position for the Fall of the 2020-2021 school year. Requirements: The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of developmentally appropriate teaching practices including curriculum relevant to early childhood learning. Knowledge of effective classroom management is essential. Strong technology skills and a willingness to work in a collegial environment, as a team member, is a must. QualiƂcations: Must be kind, caring, and have a deep understanding of child development. Candidates must hold valid Wisconsin licensure. How to Apply: Qualiwed, interested persons should apply by completing a WECAN Application online at https://wecan.education.wisc.edu/#/. Deadline: Open Until Filled EOE Unity School District does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, color, national origin, religion, ancestry, creed, pregnancy, marital or parental status, sexual orientation, or physical, mental, emotional, or learning disability.
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Clayton School District Vacancies The Clayton School District is currently hiring for the following positions:
PARAPROFESSIONAL 2 PART TIME POSITIONS
• Individuals will provide a variety of student support services. • Up to 29 hours per week when students are in attendance. • Knowledge and Skills: › High School Diploma or equivalent required › Effective communication skills › Ability to maintain confidentiality › Experience working with students who have diverse learning styles and/or needs preferred but not required › CNA or MA certifications preferred but not required • Starting wage: $15.32 per hour
Send Letter of Application with references to: Edward Cerney, District Administrator Clayton School District P.O. Box 130 • 236 Polk Ave. W. Clayton, WI 54004-0130 or by email to: cerneye@claytonsd.k12.wi.us Deadline to Apply: August 4, 2020
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PRE-K/4K TEACHER CANDIDATE POOL
Position: Seeking a caring and enthusiastic individual to wll a potential elementary teaching position for the 2020-2021 school year. This posting is to establish a candidate pool with interviews to potentially be conducted in late July for a potential position. Requirements: The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of developmentally appropriate teaching practices including curriculum relevant to early childhood learning. They will also understand and incorporate literacy skills into the daily routine. Knowledge of effective classroom management is essential. Strong technology skills and a willingness to work in a collegial environment, as a team member, is a must. QualiƂcations: Must be kind, caring, and have a deep understanding of child development. Candidates must hold Wisconsin licensure to teach Pre-kindergarten through third grade, or the ability to obtain. Salary: Starting salary is $40,000/year DOQ. Full benewt package.
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ASSISTANT TEACHERS Part-time, 29.75 hours/week $11.55/hour Complete application on WECAN (https://wecan.education.wisc.edu/#/) and include cover letter and resume.
The School District of Amery is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination in all its programs and activities on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, and where applicable, sex, marital status, familial status, parental status, religion, sexual orientation, genetic information, political beliefs, reprisal, or because all of part of an individual’s income is derived from any public assistance program.
We’re Hiring! Sanmina Corporation in Turtle Lake has great opportunities available We have the following positions immediately available: Quality Engineer Assembly 1st, 2nd Shift Molding 3rd Shift HR Administrative Custodial Services (2nd Shift) Machinists WH Material Handlers 2nd & 3rd Shift
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CHILD CARE ASSISTANT TEACHER LEAP CHILD CARE CENTER
Position: Seeking caring and enthusiastic individuals to wll the position of Child Care Assistant Teacher at the newly constructed LEAP Child Care Center on the Unity School District Campus. Shifts will be from 5:45am - 11am and 1pm - 6:30pm, Monday through Friday. Individuals will assist with planned academic, enrichment, and recreational age-appropriate activities, enriching the lives of the District’s littlest learners. A LEAP Child Care Assistant Teacher provides consistency, structure, encouragement, patience, understanding and follow-up in daily routines. Compensation $11.50 - $12.50/Hour DOQ or DOE. 29 hours per week. QualiƂcations: Must be kind, caring, and have a deep understanding of child development. Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED and be at least 18 years of age.
How to Apply: Qualiwed, interested persons should apply by completing a WECAN Application online at https://wecan.education.wisc.edu/#/.
How to Apply: Qualiwed, interested persons should apply by completing a Unity School District Application. Once complete, please send to Amanda Warner via email at awarner@unity.k12.wi.us or mail at 1908 150th Street, Balsam Lake, WI 54810.
Deadline: Open Until Filled
Deadline: Open Until Filled
EOE Unity School District does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, color, national origin, religion, ancestry, creed, pregnancy, marital or parental status, sexual orientation, or physical, mental, emotional, or learning disability.
EOE Unity School District does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, color, national origin, religion, ancestry, creed, pregnancy, marital or parental status, sexual orientation, or physical, mental, emotional, or learning disability.
Classified Advertising Representative Sentinel Publications, publishers of the Amery Free Press, Baldwin Bulletin, Burnett County Sentinel, Country Messenger and Osceola Sun is seeking a Classified Advertising representative. The position will work cooperatively with other members of the sales team to serve existing customers, create new customers and meet monthly sales goals. Duties include: • Working with customers and ad designers to develop and place ads in print and online • Actively seeking new print, digital and niche product advertising revenue The ideal candidate will have a passion for customer service, the ability to meet deadlines and a real attention to detail. Prior sales experience preferred. Microsoft Office and basic math skills required. Position pays base plus commission.
SEND RESUME TO: Tom Stangl, Group Publisher Amery Free Press P.O. Box 424 • Amery, WI 54001 tstangl@theameryfreepress.com
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A recipe is a story that ends with a good meal We know how much our readers enjoy the weekly recipe contributions from Carolyn Lumsden. While she is on a break, we hope you enjoy some of the following tried, true and tasty delights!
DILL PICKLE PASTA SALAD INGREDIENTS: 1 lb elbow pasta salad, cooked 8oz cheddar cheese, cubed 2 cups sliced dill pickles 1/2 cup dill pickle juice 3 Tablespoons fresh dill 1 cup mayo 1/2 cup sour cream 1/4 teaspoon pepper 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
DIRECTIONS: In a large bowl, combine the corn, cheese, red pepper, mayonnaise, salt and pepper. Chill until serving. Just before serving, stir in corn chips. If desired, sprinkle with cilantro.
SUMMER CHICKEN-BACON ROLL-UPS INGREDIENTS: 1 can (9-3/4 ounces) chunk white chicken, drained 1 carton (8 ounces) spreadable garden vegetable cream cheese 1 cup salsa, divided 4 pieces ready-to-serve fully cooked bacon, crumbled 6 flour tortillas (8 inches), room temperature
DIRECTIONS: 1. Place cooked pasta in a large mixing bowl. 2. Add in cheese, pickles, pickle juice, dill, mayo, sour cream, pepper and garlic salt, stir to combine. 3. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
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CHOCOLATE CHIP ICE CREAM PIE INGREDIENTS: 1 tube (16-1/2 ounces) refrigerated chocolate chip cookie dough 1/4 cup sour cream 1/4 cup chocolate syrup 1 quart chocolate chip ice cream, softened DIRECTIONS: Cut cookie dough in half widthwise; let one half stand at room temperature for 5-10 minutes to soften (save the other half for another use). Press dough onto the bottom and up the sides of an ungreased 9-in. deep-dish pie plate. Bake at 350° for 12-16 minutes or until lightly browned. Cool on a wire rack. In a small bowl, combine sour cream and syrup. Spoon half of the ice cream into crust. Cover and freezer for 1 hour. Drizzle with 1/4 cup syrup mixture. Repeat layers. Cover and freeze for 8 hours or overnight.
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Bremer Bank expands the team in Amery Bremer Bank is excited to announce Tyler McCarty has joined its Amery branch as a Business & Ag Banker. McCarty is a graduate of UW-Eau Claire with a degree in Public Relations and Sociology. Tyler grew up in Amery, WI. He worked for HSBC Finance right out of college, and then moved back to Amery when he was offered the Retreat Director position at the Wapogasset Lutheran Bible Camp. Tyler has worked at Wapo for last 15 years in many different capacities. His wife Greta, who also grew up in Amery, is the Media Specialist for the Amery School District. They have two children Myka (10) and Levi (7). Tyler loves ny mshing, roasting coffee, and coaching sports for his kids. Tyler is really looking forward to being a part of the Bremer team, and is excited to have a stronger connection to the community through his new role.
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Bremer Bank is excited to announce Stephanie Behling has joined its Amery branch as a Consumer Banker. Behling provides support, resources, and solutions to her clients through collaboration and creative thinking as a Consumer Banker. She has been with Bremer Bank for 4 years. Prior to joining the Amery Consumer Banking Team, she worked in the Frederic market. Stephanie specializes in personal accounts, personal lending, business accounts, trust accounts, and estate accounts. Stephanie is actively involved in both the Amery and Frederic communities.