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An overseas musical journey BY APRIL ZIEMER EDITOR@THEAMERYFREEPRESS.COM

resources available to rural fire departments, who are responding to bin entrapments. This year’s campaign brings the totals to nearly 3,000 nominations and awards of grain rescue tubes and hands-on rescue training to 111 fire

When Amery native Courtney Wilson got her hands on her first musical instrument at a young age, it ignited an excitement in her that has stayed strong throughout the years. Recently she was able to share her talent in Europe, where once again it was proven music has no language barrier. “I bought my first flute when I was 10-years-old, in fourth grade, as a birthday present, but I didn't start playing it until just after Christmas the same year (2005). I received a couple lessons from Konny Jorgenson about how to hold the flute and how to get a good sound out of Wilson it. After that, once fifth grade band came around, the passion for playing followed with me throughout middle and high school and college bands,” said Wilson. Wilson has focused for the most part on the flute throughout the years. She enjoys testing herself with a variety of different pieces. She said, “The music I have played in band, and on my own, almost always has sections within that require many different techniques that can be done on the flute, making the piece fun and interesting. From fast runs and difficult trills to even some beat-boxing, I always like to take on these kind of challenges to help myself become a better performer, no matter how hard they are.” The University of Wisconsin Superior symphonic and jazz bands perform together on tours every four years. Wilson had the privilege to

SEE GRAIN BIN, PAGE 2

SEE WILSON, PAGE 14

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Fireﬁghters try their hand at the metal cutting station as part of a grain bin rescue training presented by the National Education Center for Ag Safety,

Geared up for grain bin entrapment BY APRIL ZIEMER EDITOR@THEAMERYFREEPRESS.COM

Much of Polk County is covered in farmland, and grain bin accidents can happen at anytime. Amery and Clear Lake Fire Departments are among 34 fire departments that have been awarded

a grain bin safety rescue tube from Nationwide Insurance. The company created the “Nominate Your Fire Department” contest in conjunction with Grain Bin Safety Week, an advocacy program to educate those entering grain bins to implement safe entry procedures and address the lack of specialized

Twister can’t erase memories BY APRIL ZIEMER EDITOR@THEAMERYFREEPRESS.COM

Memories of acres of beautiful pine trees are all that remain for Marina Andrews and Boyd Fritzinger. Trees that took root almost 70 years ago on the 150 plus acres the couple call home southeast of Luck now lay lifeless awaiting cleanup. It was these pines that spoke

to Andrews over three decades ago and left an imprint she couldn’t shake until she was nestled among them. Thirty-two years ago, Andrews was single, living in Minnesota. A friend invited her to a new year’s party at a cabin her parents had purchased on Big Round Lake. A storm blew into the area that night and the next morning Andrews made the trek home,

soaking in the scenery offered by the countryside. She followed the Straight River and as she came around a bend her eyes set sight on a breathtaking property. “Beautiful big snow flakes were falling from the sky and the sun was shining on these large snow dusted pines surrounding a property with APRIL ZIEMER | AMERY FREE PRESS

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GRAIN BIN: Award keeps farmers safe and supports work of area ﬁre departments CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1

departments across 26 states since starting the program in 2014. The award is an example of supporting agriculture and rural communities. It is a perfect combination of helping keep farmers safe while at the same time supporting the hardworking men and women of smaller fire departments. Purdue University does a complete data summary each year of these types of rescue incidents or entrapment. According to the university, more than 900 cases of grain engulfment have been reported across the country over the last 50 years. With the fatality rate at more than 60 percent, rural fire departments will do whatever it takes to lower that total. Grain bin entrapment is a longstanding and growing concern in U.S. agriculture. Grain bins continue to get larger, increasing the possibility that large amounts of stored grain will shift quickly, trapping a person working inside it. The hope is the equipment never needs to be used but, in the event that something happens, it is important first responders have the equipment available and be properly trained how to use

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Dan Neenan gives step by step instructions to ﬁre ﬁghters of what should be done to rescue those trapped in a grain bin accident situation.

it. The training is crucial because when firefighters know what do in these situations, they have a greater chance at saving someone’s life. Dan Neenan from the National Education Center for Ag Safety conducted the training at the Amery Fire Department July 30. The training teaches firefighters and emergency personnel

how to rescue someone who is trapped in a confined space, such as corn, wheat or soybeans. Some trainees volunteered to be trapped in a grain bin filled with corn up to their waist, while others volunteered to rescue those in the bin. A trailer holds a grain bin, a grain hopper and a metal cutting station. The hopper is open so trainees can see

Two moms and a dream BY APRIL ZIEMER EDITOR@THEAMERYFREEPRESS.COM

A chance conversation during a bible study, led two local moms to realize they had both been holding onto the same little dream. Lori Friendshuh and Amanda Fisk were living busy lives as wives and mothers, but decided together they could make their dream come true. Now Proverbs 31, a pop-up boutique located in downtown Amery, has become a reality. “I mentioned to Amanda that I have always wanted to own a little boutique. She said, ‘Really? I have always wanted to do that too!’ As we chatted about it, we had a lot of similar ideas and we decided to run with it,” said Friendshuh. Proverbs 31 is located at 402 Keller Ave. S. within the building that also holds Something Different Printing. The shop will feature clothing, goat milk soap and lotions, inspirational décor and unique one-of-a-kind accessories that cannot be found elsewhere. “If you see something you like, grab it up. With many things being oneof-a-kind, it might not be here the next time you return,” said Fisk. The pop-up boutique will carry Friendshuh’s line of Zyia activewear. “It is so comfortable it feels more like leisure wear,” said Friendshuh. Fisk’s custom designs and tailoring business, Annisseau will be homed in Proverbs 31. Fisk admired Kathy Maxon as a streamstress. When Maxon became ill she started giving out Fisk’s phone number to people who needed alteration work done. Fisk hopes to be the type of person that Maxon was, and assist area residents with all of there alteration needs. For alterations call Fisk at 715-790-2361. Their goal is to make all women feel comfortable and special when they shop with them. “We want

what’s happening. The simulation is very realistic, and presents real challenges of a true grain emergency. The rescue tube is a lightweight, aluminum, and panelized system. It can be expanded to the maximum size of the number of panels or you can reduce it, depending on the workspace that you need. The tube will go over someone that is trapped, and it will create separation between the person and the grain. This will lower the chances of suffocation. “I would like to thank all the people in our community that helped nominate us for this donation. I’d like people to know that we are going to continue to get other pieces of equipment to enhance the grain bin rescue operations. We still need the rescue auger, four body harnesses and life line ropes,” said Fire Chief Dale Koehler. If you went into a bin 10 years ago and you became trapped, there was a 70 percent chance that you were not coming out alive. Now, with the addition of grain rescue tools, and departments being trained, your chances of survival are much better.

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Lori Friendshuh and Amanda Fisk are excited for their new venture, a pop-up boutique named Proberbs 31. The store is located at 402 Keller Avenue South, within the building that homes Something Different Printing.

them to feel welcome and leave happier,” said Friendshuh. They would like to encourage people to shop local and see this as their way of giving back. Currently the shop does not have standard hours. Stayed tuned to their Facebook page or website, www.prov-

erbs31boutique.com to watch for open times. They hope to eventually have regular hours, but right now they are content to be two moms taking the steps to fulfilling their dreams.

Goodbye for now: the days we spent, sharing thought and feeling. For me, the time was heaven sent, our bond again revealing. You're on your way; the road be kind, and at your destination, a welcome home, as in your mind, for you, revitalization. You say that your grandchildren, will come for a day or so, not sure just how long but then, when you see, just let me know. The little doll I held first day, now holds the love of many. I pray for blessings on your way, shelter, sunshiny or rainy. With so many loved ones around us, a time of reuniting, with your love and presence crowned us your staying on a bit, delighting. Now, on with life; the days are full, in general, satisfying, when you were here, heartstrings to pull, the hours and days went flying. You and those that you have brought, into our lives we treasure. Savoring your presence, our prayer and thought. Are precious beyond measure.

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AUGUST 7 Annual Pig Roast You’re invited to our Annual Pig Roast on Wednesday, August 7 from 4 to 7 p.m. at Willow Ridge Healthcare, 400 Deronda St., Amery. Menu: Roast pork, potato salad, beans, coleslaw and cookies. Freewill donation accepted. Music provided by Cattail Moon Band and Dick Armbruster. Come join the fun!

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AUGUST 8 Writers Group A Writers Group meets monthly at the Discovery Center, Osceola. Use the 3rd Ave. entrance. Room 105, 5-7 p.m. FFI: barbaraywetzel@gmail. com.

AUGUST 9 Duck Banding Program Join us Friday, August 9 from 6 to 8:30 p.m. at Crex Meadows in Grantsburg, WI. Help biologists and wildlife technicians capture, band, and release local ducks. Begin at the Visitor Center to receive information and instruction. Carpool to banding site. Pre-registration is required. Space is limited. Ages 8 and up. To register for events at Crex Meadows, please visit www.crexmeadows.org/programs-events.

AUGUST 9-11 & 16-18 Ole & Lena’s Wedding Dinner Comedy ArtBarn Theatre will present the dinner comedy, Ole & Lena's Wedding, on Friday-Saturday, August 9-10 & 16-17 at 6:30p, and Sunday, August 11 & 18 at 1:30p All family and friends are invited to the event of the yearOle & Lena's wedding and reception. Dinner, catered by The Village Pizzeria, will follow the wedding. A traditional Norwegian wedding cake, Kransekake, a dollar dance, and friends and family antics will ensure an exciting celebration! The cast includes Peter Meyer, Amanda Meyer, Jack Starr, Michele Merritt, Kym Wright, Ben Peterson, Jessica Cormican, Stephanie Steele, and Brady Riordan. Directed by Pete Peterson. Tickets MUST be reserved in advance. ArtBarn is located at 1040 Oak Ridge Drive, east of the Osceola Middle School. For more information visit our website at www.stcroixartbarn.org.)

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Classmates gather for 73rd reunion In 1946, during the 18th Academy Awards, Best Picture went to “The Lost Weekend.” That year the bikini was ﬁrst modeled in Paris and the ﬁrst “Tupperware” was sold in department stores. Graduating from Amery High School were 45 students ready to tackle the world. Eight members of the AHS Class of ’46 recently gathered for a reunion at Village Pizzeria. Shown back row L-R: Laverne Olson, Paul Aune, Jim Lauck, Joyce Winger-Anderson and Chuck Halverson. Front row L-R: Dorothy Berry-Larsen, Marie Stenberg-Williamson and Erma Hagen-Johnson.

10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, August 10, 2019. Please join us for this momentous occasion.

AUGUST 11 Parish Festival Our Lady of the Lakes, Balsam Lake, will hold it’s annual Parish Festival from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Sunday, August 11, 2019. Country Store, Basket Raffle, Silent Auction, Meat Raffle, Beer Garden, Bingo and Dinner. The menu features chicken and/or barbecue ribs, baked potatoes, corn on the cob, coleslaw, dessert and beverage. Questions? Call 715-405-2253.

AUGUST 13 Patriots and Freedom Loving People Get Together Mark your calendar and join us for a fun time get together with live music at Garfield Town Park on Tuesday, August 13, 2019 from 6 to 8 p.m. Great food, live music by Ethan Bergstom, guest speakers and socializing. Sweet corn, brats, buns, plates and untensils will be provided. Potluck for salads, desserts and drinks. Garfield Town Park is located at 776 130th St, Amery, SW corner of Wapogasset Lake off Cty Rd F. Contact alankentwalker@ gmail.com or 515-708-2120.

AUGUST 13-15 Pioneer School

AUGUST 10 “Cheers to 40 years” The Board and Members of the Clear Lake Historical Museum (501(c)3) invite you to join them in celebrating the 40th Anniversary of the completely volunteer operated museum. There will be activities, food and tours of the Museum from

The Polk County Historical Society is excited to offer two, 3-day sessions of Pioneer School at the restored Polk County Lanesdale School in Balsam Lake, 2019. Second Session: August 13, 14, 15. Time: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. There is a fee for each three-day session. Children, ages 6-14, experience reading, writing, and

arithmetic lessons as taught 100 years ago . There will be lots of old-fashioned games, stories, and music. It is a unique and fun learning adventure! They may dress as children did in the early 1900’s; costumes are available at the school. For girls, long dresses and bonnets; for boys, bib-overalls, knickers, and suspenders. Lunches are brought in a pail, basket, or handkerchief with drinks in lidded glass jars, also available. Questions and enrollment can be directed to Tammy at 715485-9269 or email us at polkcountymuseum@lakeland.ws.

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Historical Society Walking Tour On Thursday, August 15, the Amery Area Historical Society members are invited to participate in a walking tour in downtown Amery. The time is 3 p.m. The location will be announced to members. There will be a short meeting following the tour. Interested in attending the tour? Join with an annual membership fee. Call 715-268-6069 for more information.

AUGUST 16 Music on the River

AUGUST 15 Amery Garden Club Meeting and lunch 11:30 at Farm Table patio if weather is good. If not we will be indoors. 1 p.m. members and other interested people meet at Soo Line Park. We will proceed west on Stower Trail for a dedication of a memorial for ROB BURSIK. Questions ? Call Pat Seidl. 847 736 4938

Wisconsin Supper Club Event The Supper Club event will explore the Wisconsin Supper Club scene, past and present at BrowTine Event Center. Filmmaker Holly De Ruyter, will present Old Fashioned: The Story of the WI Supper Club, accompanied by Mary Bergin, “WI Supper Club Cookbook”. Guests will enjoy an evening of fish fry buffet, grasshopper dessert drink, signature drinks, entertainment and silent auction. There is a per person fee. Your donation, be it fiscal or merchandise, will enable the Polk County Historical Society to continue providing our community exceptional programming and exhibits. Call (715) 485-9269 or email us at polkcountymuseum@lakeland. ws to reserve your tickets. Lim-

Join us starting at 5 p.m. at Michael Park in Amery for Music on the River. Nici Peper plays from 5 to 7 p.m. with GB Leighton following. Great food, beer and wine and a cruise-in car show!

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Kevin Prindle Wacky Golf Tournament Join us for a Wacky 4-Person Scramble Golf Tournament in memory of Kevin Prindle on Friday, August 16 (rain or shine). Raffles and prizes. All proceeds will go to the Kevin Prindle Memorial Wrestling Scholarship. Pre-register at kevinprindlememorial@gmail. com. For information: Scott Prindle 414-534-4742 or Wade Prindle 414-534-1360.

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Apple River WELCA Fall Gathering The Apple River Conference of Women of the ELCA will host their annual Fall Gathering on Saturday, August 17, 2019 at the North Valley Lutheran Church with the theme of “Moving Forward as Bold Women”. Registration and Coffee is at 8:30 a.m. and lunch is at noon. Call 715-645-0025 to register. Everyone is welcome.

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Don’t mess with Halloween BY TOM STANGL FROM THE PUBLISHER’S DESK

rowing up in the 1970s as part of a large family there were three times during the year when I could get candy: Easter, Christmas and Halloween. Of these three holidays, Halloween was the best because the only limits placed on your ability to get candy was the speed of your run from door to door and your ability to carry a heavy sack filled with candy. In this tradition, it is the quintPublisher essential American holiday. Any child can become wealthy Tom Stangl beyond measure with a roaster pan filled with candy, providing you have the will to put in the time and effort. Well, you also need to be able to protect your candy from your siblings and your father. It’s never too early to learn about guarding your “stuff.” In the small town where I grew up, my siblings and I could literally go from one end of town to the other on Halloween. It didn’t matter if October 31 was a Monday or a Saturday, we wolfed down our supper and headed out the door. As long as we were home by 9, we could gather as much candy as we could carry. Times have changed since Richard Nixon was president. We have become more fearful about letting our children roam freely in our communities, in many cases for good reason. Today, if a child was able to amass the horde of candy I got back in the day, there’s no way they would get to eat it. Even nightfall has been delayed with the postponed return of Standard Time to the first weekend in November. But it’s still a great time. Dressing up in costume is fun, being out in the crisp fall night air can be scary if you let your imagination go wild. My wife and I took our granddaughters out trick or treating last year and had a great time. I’m waxing nostalgic about Halloween because my beloved holiday is under attack. Candy police? Political correctness? Nope, something even worse, in my opinion — laziness. The Halloween & Costume Association initially wanted to move Halloween to the last Saturday of October, now they have decided to leave Halloween alone, but call for a National Trick or Treat Day on the last Saturday of October. “While we still believe an end-of-October Saturday observance will promote safety and increase the fun, this year we will be launching a national initiative designed to enhance the Halloween that we all know and love,” an online petition says. An article on the topic published by The Hill said “The association — a trade organization that serves as a nonprofit voice for businesses that manufacture, import and distribute Halloween products — argued in the petition that moving Halloween could be safer for parents and children who are trick-or-treating. The group didn’t specify how moving Halloween to a weekend would solve issues related to injuries and parental supervision, though a number of municipalities already hold trick-ortreating events on days other than Halloween to avoid potential incidents.” So yes, it’s a gimmick so you spend more money. The petition organizers hope that the president will sign a decree to create the new holiday. We all know that our nation has bigger fish to fry. Leave Halloween where it is and give me those fun-size Snickers, and that popcorn ball… 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.

Ignoring the sign is a good way to end up in the wrong destination BY APRIL ZIEMER EDITOR@THEAMERYFREEPRESS.COM

ign, sign, everywhere a sign. Blockin’ out the scenery, breakin’ my mind. Do this, don’t do that, can’t you read the sign? These were lyrics sung by Canadian rock group Five Man Electrical Band. The tune popularized the relatively unknown band. In 1971, “Signs” reached No. 4 in Canada and No. 3 on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart. Billboard ranked it as the No. 24 song for 1971 and it became a gold record. The Editor song was covered and recorded April Ziemer live by Tesla for their Five Man Acoustical Jam album in 1990, peaking at number 8 on the Pop charts. It doesn’t matter where you are, it seems as if you are bound to lay sight on a sign of some sort. It may be for advertising reasons or as a welcome into a park or neighborhood. Obviously a very common type is the traffic sign. Since our oldest daughter is learning how to drive, we have especially taken note of every Stop, Merge, One-Way, and Deer Crossing. They have almost become a symbol of worship for my husband and I as we pray in passing she does not hit them. After a few years of being behind the wheel and repeatedly driving the same paths, these signs may not jump out at you the same way as they did when you were wheeling through unfamiliar territory, or the way they do when your 15-year-old seems to be driving within inches of them. We helped Rylee study her signs, as well as other driving dos and

don’ts before her permit exam. After passing her test, we made a trip to the Wisconsin Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) to finish up the process. I have decided it is unfair the DMV gets a bad rep. We received superb service during our visit. I think many state DMV and Department of Transportations (DOT) workers get viewed as having stern personalities. In my internet searches of rules applying to driving and signage while helping Rylee study, I came across some interstate digital display signage that proved some state DOT workers are actually

‘Since our oldest daughter is learning how to drive, we have especially taken note of every Stop, Merge, OneWay, and Deer Crossing... we pray in passing she does not hit them.’ quite entertaining. Some of the road signs I saw offered driving instructions for highway travelers. Such as the one displayed in Massachusetts, which read, “It’s right by the steering wheel. Changing Lanes? Use yah blinkah!” People who drive slowly in the left lane are both annoying and dangerous and people in Missouri are obviously not going to put up with it anymore. “Camp in the Ozarks-not in the left lane,” was recently shown on a DOT sign. Last week Minnesota’s new hands free law went into to affect for the safety of the state’s travelers. They could now borrow digital displays featured in Rhode Island which read, “Get your head out of your APP!” and “Texting while

driving, oh CELL NO!” I think it is great when some states keep their digital messages in line with the season. “He sees you when you’re speeding,” was featured in Wyoming. “Deck the halls-not the guy who cut you off,” was on display in New Jersey. An Arizona board once displayed, “May the 4th be with you,” and “Gobble Gobble go easy on the throttle,” entertained Thanksgiving drivers in Maine. I really appreciate that somewhere sitting in the programming chair for DOT signage are some people who really have a sense of humor. In California, signage hung above freeways with the following messages: “You’ll never get to work on time HAHA!!” As well as, “State Prison next exit, do not pick up hitchhikers.” Our good neighbors to the south in Illinois, have proudly displayed, “Drive like the person your dog thinks you are.” As well as, “Single in a Carpool Lane? Get a real date, not a court date.” One of my favorites was featured in Texas. It read, “That’s the temperature-not the speed limit.” Although I am not a sports fan, I also got a kick out of a New York sign warning drivers there was a broken down vehicle ahead. The DOT sign read, “Tire flat as a Patriots Football.” I have decided if this writing gig does not work out, maybe a job as a sign writer for the Wisconsin DOT or DMV might be right up my alley. On second thought, maybe not. I just remembered what their uniforms look like. I enjoy sharing my thoughts with you and look forward to readers sharing their thoughts in return. Feel free to email me at editor@ theameryfreepress.com, write me at P.O. Box 424, Amery WI. 54001 or I can be reached by phone at 715-268-8101.

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Amery Police Report 07/26/19-08/01/19 07/26/19, 06:42 p.m., Assist EMS 07/26/19, 08:50 p.m., Animal control call 07/27/19, 04:27 a.m., Animal control call 07/27/19, 09:54 p.m., Welfare check 07/27/19, 10:21 p.m., Suspicious activity 07/28/19, 08:27 p.m., Animal control call 07/29/19, 08:11 a.m., Welfare check 07/29/19, 10:55 p.m., Suspicious activity 07/30/19, 01:14 a.m., Disturbance 07/30/19, 11:30 a.m., Credit card fraud report 07/30/19, 02:15 p.m., Minor MV accident 07/31/19, 11:22 a.m., Report of theft 07/31/19, 04:50 p.m., Juvenile call 07/31/19, 11:44 p.m., Disturbance 08/01/19, 05:20 a.m., Assist other agency 08/01/19, 07:59 a.m., Traffic complaint 08/01/19, 10:55 a.m., Welfare check 08/01/19, 11:20 a.m., Minor MV accident 08/01/19, 05:35 p.m., Disturbance 08/01/19, 09:45 p.m., Assist other agency

ARRESTS:

Polk County arrest report Kimberly K. Suckow, 53, Cornell, was arrested July 23 for disorderly conduct and criminal trespass to dwelling. Tim Ray Constant, 51, Amery, was arrested July 23 for disorderly conduct. Walter W. Strey, 92, Balsam Lake, was arrested July 24 for battery and disorderly conduct. Jason Paul Chavez, 48, Balsam Lake, was arrested July 24 for disorderly conduct. Cody John Kraimer, 24, Columbia Heights, MN, was arrested July 24 for party to a crime fleeing-felony, reckless driving, possession of stolen property and obstructing. Suji Sanstilous Godo, 20, homeless, was arrested July 24 for party to a crime fleeing-felony, reckless driving, possession of

stolen property and obstructing. Kyla Faye Marchaud, 20, Anoka, MN, was arrested July 24 for party to a crime fleeing-felony, reckless driving, possession of stolen property and obstructing. Austin Michael Patchen, 24, Fridley, MN, was arrested July 24 for party to a crime fleeing-felony, reckless driving, possession of stolen property and obstructing. Jenna Arleen Peterson, 22, Osceola, was arrested July 26 for disorderly conduct. Shawn E. Madsen, 49, Osceola, was arrested July 27 for domestic disorderly conduct and a probation hold. Jared Todd Norlander, 38, St. Croix Falls, was arrested July 28 for felony warrant and obstructing an officer. Jeremy D. Rakotz, 41, Clear

Lake, was arrested July 27 for domestic disorderly conduct and possession of drug paraphernalia. Chase Allan Gorres, 32, Clear Lake, was arrested July 25 for OWI (1st). Casey Charles Brune, 21, Amery, was arrested July 26 for OWI (1st) and operating with prohibited alcohol content (1st). Michael D. Armbrust, 52, St. Croix Falls, was arrested July 28 for OWI (1st). Robert Daniel Beck, 30, North Branch, MN, was arrested July 28 for a Department of Corrections warrant and an Ashland County failure to appear warrant. Michael James Wheeler, 18, Amery, was arrested July 23 for a warrant (x2).

Michael Trumble, 25 of Amery. Probation Warrant

OnStar assists in arrest of four Polk County Marriage Licenses BY APRIL ZIEMER EDITOR@THEAMERYREEPRESS.COM

Joseph Daniel Breckenridge and Lauren Michelle Anderson of Minneapolis, MN are to be married August 17, 2019. Louis John Colletti and Nichole Marie Schmid of Luck are to be married August 10, 2019. Steven Scott Coozennoy and Tami Jo Buus of Lent are to be married August 17, 2019. Nicholas Aaron Fox and Nicole Mary Prell of North Branch, MN are to be married August 24, 2019. Eric William Mattson and Jennifer Marie Bailey of Dresser are to be married August 24, 2019. Garrett Jon Radinzel of Balsam Lake and Lindsey Grace Voss of Milltown are to be married August 24, 2019. Eugene Thomas Roatch and Christine Michelle Kuettel of Luck are to be married August 10, 2019. Matthew Warren Swanson and Shia Catherine Widiker of Amery are to be married September 1, 2019.

9 people charged so far from Wisconsin rape kit backlog MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Charges have been filed against nine people so far as a result of the Wisconsin Department of Justice’s work to test thousands of kits containing evidence collected from sexual assault victims. Democratic Attorney General Josh Kaul said in an interview Wednesday he expects that number to increase as more tests are completed and prosecutors review evidence. Thirty five cases have been referred for charging decisions to date. There were nearly 4,500 sexual assault kits designated for testing as part of an effort that began in 2016 to clear a backlog of untested kits. Of those, about 1,600 have shown DNA results warranting further investigation. The Department of Justice has reviewed all but about 300 of those. Only 101 kits have yet to be tested or are in the process.

A truck equipped with OnStar helped law enforcement catch up to the stolen vehicle July 24. As a result, Austin Patchen, 24, Fridley, MN, Cody Kraimer, 24, Columbia Heights, MN, Kyla Marchaud, 19, Anoka, MN. and Suji Godo, 20, homeless, are now charged with crimes including reckless driving, possession of stolen property, obstructing, fleeing, possession of methamphetamine and possession of paraphernalia. According to the probable cause report, Polk County dispatch received information at approximately 8:47 a.m. a stolen vehicle had been detected by OnStar operating in Polk County. They were tracking the vehicle using GPS and had identified the Chevrolet Silverado on 120th Avenue and 120th Street, heading eastbound. Deputies made their way eastbound on Highway 8 while being informed the vehicle was making several course corrections. Law enforcement turned north on County Road D. Deputies were informed OnStar could reduce the vehicle’s power upon their request. Deputies caught up to the truck with Minnesota plates and verified the information with the Anoka County Sheriff’s Depart-

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ment, the agency who originally reported the vehicle stolen. They then activated their emergency lights and sirens. Allegedly the vehicle accelerated quickly reaching speeds in excess of 100 mph and drove through a work zone at what was considered a high and unsafe speed, according to deputies. The truck drove around workers who were clearing storm damage. OnStar was able to cut power to the vehicle after approximately 4 miles and it came to a stop by driving into the ditch. The vehicle had heavily tinted windows, but deputies could see shadows moving around in the vehicle. According to the report, many attempts were made from the time of stop to order the occupants out of the vehicle, taking an hour to before they exited. “A loud voice, the use of a PA and finally, the use of the vehicle’s own satellite phone system was used through OnStar. The occupants finally

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spoke with the sergeant via the phone system and through several minutes of negotiating, finally exited the vehicle through the back passenger door.” The truck was searched and located was a pipe commonly used to smoke meth, which also contained a small amount of white residue testing positive for meth. Also located was a pipe commonly used to smoke marijuana and a small baggy found with marijuana odor and residue inside, which tested positive for THC. All suspects were transported to the Polk County Jail. Each stated they were not the driver and would not give any information regarding how they were found in a stolen vehicle. All parties were charged with the six crimes and have preliminary hearings the beginning of August. If convicted on all charges, the four face up to 23 years in prison and $37,000 in fines.

Sheriff: Gunman traded texts with woman he later killed CHIPPEWA FALLS, Wis. (AP) — A Wisconsin man who carried out two weekend attacks that killed four people, including three of his family members, traded text messages with the woman he killed who wasn’t related to him and who apparently didn’t know him, authorities said Tuesday. Investigators believe Ritchie German Jr. fatally shot his 66-year-old mother, Bridget German, 32-year-old brother, Douglas German, and his brother’s 8-yearold son, Calvin Harris, at their Lafayette town house Sunday. Chippewa County Sheriff James Kowalczyk said. He then went to a home in nearby Lake Hallie and

killed a 24-year-old woman and wounded her parents, said Kowalcyzk, who declined to release the names of the woman and her parents, deferring to police in Lake Hallie. German Jr. then took his own life in that family’s Lake Hallie home, Kowalczyk said. Kowalczyk told The Associated Press that Ritchie German Jr. had texted the woman inquiring about a personal relationship, but that she texted back “who is this? I don’t know you.’’ He said there’s no evidence yet that they had ever met. Ritchie German Jr. occasionally lived with the family members

he killed in Lafayette, Kowalczyk said, describing him as “a loner and drifter’’ who was often unemployed. Investigators haven’t established a motive for the killings, he said. The attacker’s father, Ritchie German Sr., told the Star Tribune that he was shocked to learn of the killings and that his son Ritchie had struggled with mental illness. He said his son lived with him from 2005 to 2014 and worked for just one year during that time, at a Menards warehouse. He said his son stayed in his bedroom most of that time.

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nately, no fire was started with the bolt leaving via some water pipes. Oh yes, a dog and cat in the room at the time are still running.

Concrete Paving Talk Why not pave a block or two of our main street with concrete? Concrete is claimed to be the cheapest and best pavement. It is especially well suited to the condition of our soil. Imagine the immense improvement in our village if we had even two blocks concreted. We could easily wash the street and keep it clean, there would be no mud, no dust and the village would save the $400 to $500, which it now costs to keep our main street in repair. The cost of paving with concrete is not prohibitive and the highway commission gives the total cost at from 90¢ to $1.20 per square yd. In Amery the cost would probably be less than 90¢ owing to the soil conditions. Our street is 67 feet between curbs, the state and county aid will take care of about 12 feet in the center, thus leaving 55 feet to be assessed to the lots. About 13 feet of this could be paid out of the general fund, thus Yesterday’s leaving a piece 21x25 to be asNews sessed to each Diane Stangl 25 foot lot, and would make the cost of each lot about $50. It would be very reasonable and the increase in value of each business lot would amount to several times this cost. This is something for the businessmen to think about and consider. Let’s talk it over and if you businessmen think it would be a fair and reasonable investment, let us get together and get ready to pave a block, at least, next summer. W. T. Kennedy

Open Billiard Parlor Knutson & Doebler have opened their billiard parlor in this village and it is admitted by everyone to be the finest establishment of its kind in this section of the country. The room is large and airy, being 50x80 feet, the interior has been refinished in a very attractive manner, the floor is covered with linoleum of the highest quality, and of a attractive design and the fixtures, including cigar, tobacco, fruit and candy cases as well as full equipment for the service of soft drinks are efficient and beautiful in the extreme. The tables including three-pocket billiard and one billiard table are the best that money can buy and the cues, racks and other equipment are of the best and as a whole the place is a credit to the city as well as to the proprietors. The place will be open for business at all times during seasonable hours and everything will be done to add to the new ventures reputation and merit your patronage. The place will be known as

60 Years Ago July 16, 1959 Swig Six Cans

Summer in the city The Amery City Beach located on South Twin Lake was a refreshing spot to splash around with friends in the summer of 1985. Throughout the years many children took swimming lessons, dove for golf balls and swam out to the raft while spending time at the popular beach.

the Idle Hour Billiard Parlor and Smoke Shop.

Bungalow Beach Popular Bungalow Beach is the busiest place in this neck of the woods and Col. Henry Johnson, manager of this beautiful and popular summer resort is receiving much merited praise for the service accorded the guests. The beauty of the spot elected for both hotel and cottages as well as for the many little accommodations, which vie to make the summer resorters vacation enjoyable.

100 Years Ago July 31, 1919 Will Pinch Offenders The city authorities have decided to enforce the cutout and speed laws here and citizens are hereby warned accordingly. The speed laws are continually broken and cutout nuisance has become almost unbearable with the result that not only the authorities but the citizens in general have become incensed over the flagrant disregard of law, life and limb by many motorists.

Notice to Public The writing on posters and the defacing of signs in the post office lobby must be discontinued or steps will be taken to prosecute parties. – H. J. Kinne, Postmaster

19,000 Candle Power At a special meeting of the city council last Friday evening it was voted to purchase and have installed nineteen 1000 candle power lights, same to be placed on proper iron posts, 14 feet high, through the center of the street, beginning at the Thos. Proulx corner and ending at the street north of the A. Hetu residence, a total length of three blocks. The lights purchased have been on display in front of the Apple River Milling Company’s office for some time and the kind purchased (the one with the large white globe) has met with almost unanimous approval. It is expected that the

installation can be completed by the middle of September.

85 Years Ago August 2, 1934 Two Serious Accidents J. D. Palmer sustained a fractured pelvis, Monday evening, when he was squeezed between a wall of his service station and an oil truck driven by Wm. Paulson. He was taken to Amery Hospital where he is doing as well as can be expected. Jos. Penore of Range had a harrowing experience Sunday night. He jumped from a freight train at Clayton and fractured his right hip. He was unable to summon help and was forced to lie there all night.

BADGER TALES – published in the Amery Free Press in 1938 A dog was recently shipped from Boston to Europe – as a “carrier” for a flea circus. Food for the fleas was combed into the dog’s hair.

80 Years Ago August 3, 1939 Billiard Experts Play is Enjoyed A good crowd of billiard fans enjoyed the demonstration and lecture on straight billiards given at Henry Halvorson’s “Pool Emporium” Tuesday night by H. A. Colman, who not so long ago was amateur champion of the United States.

70 Years Ago July 28, 1949 YMCA Camp Dedication Sunday All Amery is invited to attend the dedication of Minneapolis YMCA’s new Camp Icagowan for boys on Wallace Island at Lake Wapogasset on Sunday, July 31 from 2 to 5 p.m. The mayor of Amery has been invited to say a few words of welcome to Amery’s new “neighbors” on a program at 3:30 p.m., which will see the camp officially presented for the service of youth. The new camp will be a 108boy camp when completed. It opened for the first time this summer to replace the YMCA’s

pioneer Camp Icagowan, one of the oldest boys’ camps in the northwest, which was opened in 1907 on Green Lake near Chisago City. Camp Icagowan’s site, which includes all of Wallace Island as well as a sizable property on the mainland was purchased from the estate of the late James Wallace, former president of Macalester College. It answered a long search on the part of the YMCA for a “wilderness” site within reasonable distance of the Twin Cities. More than 500 boys will summer there each year.

New Fall Festival Date Sept. 23 Businessmen of Amery met Monday evening and decided to change the date for the Fall Festival from Labor Day, as previously announced, to Friday, Sept. 23. Many reasons were given in favor of the change, among them being the short time to prepare for such an event and the availability of entertainment.

Fashion Shop to Change Hands Alice Aasmundrud this week sold her business, the Fashion Shop, to Mrs. Marguerite Habighorst of Lake Wapogasset. The new owner will take possession August 1. The Fashion Shop was established Sept., 1947, by Evelyn Bale and Miss Aasmundrud in the Granum building. Miss Aasmundrud has operated as sole owner for about the past year in the Danielson block.

Lightning Raises Havoc with Kitchen Take it from the Elmer Ashland family residing southeast of Amery - lightning has no equal when it comes to force. In the storm last Wednesday evening, a bolt entered the Ashland home through the telephone wires, knocking the phone completely off the wall… but that’s only the half of it. The impact completely littered the room with pots and pans, tore the inlaid linoleum off the cupboards, sailed it across the room and generally wrecked the kitchen. Fortu-

Crime in a minor vein found its way into the passing parade during the past week when one attempted break-in, two cases of stolen beer and vandalism were recorded. Monday night, the sight of blood apparently thwarted a burglar at the Northern Supply Company Retail Store. A broken pane of glass and some blood near the spot, attested to the attempt with entry never being made. Two Amery 14-year-olds were apprehended Monday when two cases of beer turned up missing at the Thompson Beverage Company. Neighbors noticed the two youngsters toting one case to Soldier’s Field. Upon investigating, Police Chief Bert Millerman discovered two cases secreted away at the field with six cans missing. The youngsters admitted the error of their ways when confronted with the facts.

45 Years Ago August 1, 1974 Youth Struck by Lightning Dies Edward O. Elden, 17, son of Mr. and Mrs. Leon Elden, Clear Lake, was electrocuted by lightning while camping in Brownsville, Minn., on Thursday, July 25. Authorities said that Edward and his companion, John Clark, Clear Lake, were sleeping when an electrical storm passed over the camp. A bolt of lightning struck a tree and traveled to the metal zipper on the sleeping bag occupied by the youth. He was pronounced dead at LaCrosse. Clark was admitted to a LaCrosse hospital with severe burns, but was released on Sunday.

August 8, 1974 School Board Orders Fifth Graders to Deer Park “We’re faced with a shortage of space for three elementary sections…three rooms are available at Deer Park,” Elementary Principal Jim Foy told a special board meeting Thursday, Aug. 1. Foy recommended that six sections of fifth grade be split with three sections being transported to Deer Park the first semester and the other three sections the second semester. Foy noted that teaching assignments in the sections involved hadn’t been determined and said food and janitorial services would be operated on the same basis as the Deer Park facility has been in recent years.

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AREA CHURCHES AMERY CONGREGATIONAL, 201 N. Harriman Ave. Barry Schaefer, pastor Wednesday, August 7: 7:30 am Summer Stretch/Valley Fair. Thursday, August 8: 9:30 am Senior Dining Hall Open; 5:30 pm Women’s Bible Study; 7 pm Money Management. Friday, August 9: 9:30 am Senior Dining Hall Open. Saturday, August 10: 6 am Ruby’s Pantry Food Set-Up; 7:30 am Ruby’s Pantry Registration Begins; 8 am Youth Service and Funday; 9 am Ruby’s Pantry Food Distribution Begins/Registration Closes. Sunday, August 11: 10 am Worship; 11:15 am Trustee Meeting. Monday, August 12: 9:30 am Senior Dining; 7 pm Boy Scouts. Tuesday, August 13: 6:30 pm Men’s Bible Study; 9:30 am Senior Dining Hall Open; 10 am Bible Study; 6 pm Council Meeting. AMERY FREE LUTHERAN, 1 mile west of golf course on CTH F, Eric Christenson, pastor, www.ameryﬂc.org Every Sunday: 9:15 am Worship Service; 6 pm Small Group Bible Studies in homes. Wednesdays: 9:30 am Small Group Women’s Bible Study in home; 7 pm Youth Group. Call the church office for details 715-268-9218. APPLE RIVER COMMUNITY, 942 US Hwy. 8, Amery Justin Hosking, pastor Sunday: 9:30 am Sunday School for All Ages; 10:15 am Coffee and Fellowship; 10:30 am Morning Worship. Monday: 6:30 pm Women’s Bible Study. Wednesday: 10 am Men’s Bible Study. BALSAM LUTHERAN, 1115 Mains Crossing, Amery, Dan Watland, pastor 507-459-1141, Church 715-2689291, www.balsamlutheranchurch.org. Sunday worship 10:15 am. Holy Communion 2nd & 3rd Sundays. Wednesday, August 7: 3:30 pm Worship & Music Committee. Sunday, August 11: Elim 8:30 am Worship with Holy Communion; 9:30 am Fellowship Time, Social Ministry Committee; 10:15 am Worship with Holy Communion (Loose Change Collection for Building Upkeep); 11:15 am Balsam’s Church Council. Tuesday, August 13: 8:30 am Quilting at Elim. CENTERPOINT, 740 Maple Drive, St. Croix Falls (High school) Dick Enerson, pastor Sunday: 10-11:15 am Worship celebration; Children’s church (SuperKidz) age 4-5th grade; Nursery (KidzKorner) birth-3 years. Cell Groups (small group Bible studies) offered throughout the week. CHURCH OF CHRIST, New Richmond Jack Philips, Evangelist, 715-497-7596 Sunday: 9 am Bible Study; 10 am Worship. Wednesday: 6:30 pm Bible Study and Devotions. CLEAR LAKE UNITED METHODIST, John Hazen, pastor Sunday: 11:00 am Worship. Wednesday: 5:30 pm Meal for all; 6 pm Church school. DEER PARK UNITED METHODIST, John Hazen, pastor Sunday: 9:45 am Worship. DERONDA LUTHERAN, 1239 65th Ave., Amery Lori Peper, pastor 715-268-9577 Wednesday, August 7: 7:30 am Summer Stretch-Valley FairMeet at Congo Church; 6:30 pm New Members Gather at Peper Home. Thursday, August 8: 9 am Little Falls WELCA Meeting. Saturday, August 10: 9-11 am Ukulele Circle at Amery Public Library. Sunday, August 11: 8 am Trinity Worship; 9:30 am Deronda Worship; 11 am Little Falls Worship. Tuesday, August13: 9 am Little Falls Quilting, Parish Staff Meeting at Trinity; 7 pm Church Councils Meet at Little Falls. See our website for up-to-date scheduling www.derondachurch.net. EAST BALSAM BAPTIST, 1816 108th St./CTH I, Balsam Lake, Gabriel Brennan, pastor www.eastbalsam.org 715-857-5411 Sunday: 9 am Worship service; 10:30 am Sunday school. Tuesday: Women’s Ministry; 9 am Bible Study. EAST IMMANUEL LUTHERAN, south of Amery on Hwy. 46 then west on 20th Ave., Kathy Pennington, pastor Sunday, August 11: 9 am Bible Study; 10 am Worship. Monday, August 12: 9 am Labyrinth Maintenance. EAST LINCOLN ALLIANCE, 735 70th Ave., Amery 715-268-2350 www.eastlincolnalliance.com Eric Danielson and Randy Schussman, pastors Sunday: 8:45 am Prayer Meeting; 9 am Coffee and Fellowship; 9:30 am Worship service. Child Care and Discovery Land for children are provided during Worship service. Small groups meet throughout the week. Contact the church office for further details. Recharge for Middle and High School students, 6 pm every Wednesday. EL SALEM BAPTIST/TWIN FALLS CHRISTIAN CENTER, Dresser, Darryl R. Olson, pastor Sunday: 9:30 am Sunday school; 10:35 am Worship; 6 pm Sunday evening. Wednesday: 7 pm Bible Study. E

LIM LUTHERAN, Range, Dan Watland, pastor Sunday: 8:30 am Worship. Holy Communion 2nd and 3rd Sundays. Council 3rd Tuesday at 6 pm FAITH LUTHERAN (ELCA), 301 1st Ave. East (across from public beach on Co. Rd. I) Balsam Lake, 715-4853800, Diane Norstad, pastor Sunday: 9:30 am Sunday worship; Communion ﬁrst and last Sunday. Wednesday: 6:30 pm J.A.M. (Jesus & Me). FAITH LUTHERAN (ELCA), 134 Prentice St. S, Clayton Margaret Grant, pastor Sunday: 9 am Sunday school; 9:45 am Worship; 10:45 am Fellowship. Men’s Bible Study 2nd Sunday 6 pm Mission Quilting Tuesdays 9 am Wednesday evening service 7:15-7:45 pm FIRST LUTHERAN, 240 Elm St., Amery Tim Bjorge, pastor Wednesday, August 7: Summer Stretch to Valley Fair; Hi League. Thursday, August 8: 8 am Bible Study; 8:30 am Quilters; 7 pm Al Anon. Sunday, August 12: 9 am Outdoor Worship with Nici Peper-Church Picnic; Luther Point Celebration & Auction. Tuesday, August 13: 9 am - 6 pm WIC Clinic; 10 am Church in Society. FIRST LUTHERAN (LCMC), 811 South Ave. W, Clear Lake www.ﬁrstluthclearlake.com, Bryan S. Anderson, pastor Monday, August 5-Thursday, August 8: Pastor’s Vacation. Sunday, August 11: 8:30 am Contemporary Worship; 9:30 am Fellowship; 10 am Traditional Worship; 11 am Fellowship; 6-8 pm Knotty Pine 4-H Meeting. Monday, August 12: 10 am & 7 pm Bible Marathon Class; 3 pm Service at Golden Age Manor. Tuesday, August 13: 9 am Quilting; 10 am Staff Meeting. FIRST PRESYTERIAN, 719 Nevada St., St. Croix Falls Barbara Anne Keely, pastor Sunday: 10:15 am Coffee and Fellowship; 11 am Worship. FOREST UNITED METHODIST, John Hazen, pastor Sunday: 8:30 am Worship. FULL GOSPEL LIGHTHOUSE, Graytown Merlin Burton, pastor Sunday: 10:30 am Sunday school; 11 am Worship. GEORGETOWN LUTHERAN-ELCA, 877 190th Ave. Co. Rd. G, Balsam Lake (Fox Creek) 715-857-5580, serving@georgetownlutheran.net, Pastor Diane House Sunday: 9:15 am Sunday school; 10:30 am Worship; Communion 1st and 3rd Sunday.

GRACE LUTHERAN - WELS, 460 4th St., Clear Lake, Ellery W. Groth, pastor 715-491-4330 Sunday: 8:30 am Worship. HOLY TRINITY ORTHODOX, 511 1st St., Clayton, 715948-2493, htoc@amerytel.net, Chris Wojcik, pastor Sundays: 9:30 am Divine Liturgy. HOLY TRINITY UNITED METHODIST, 1606 165th Ave., Centuria, on CTH I between Balsam Lake and Centuria, Freddie Kirk, pastor Sunday: 8:30 am Worship. IMMANUEL EV. LUTHERAN (LCMS), 124 E. Church St., Clayton, lmmLCLCMS@centurytel.net, 715-541-2955, Gregory Becker, pastor Sunday: 9 am Divine Worship. Wednesday: 6:30 pm Family Christian Education; 7:30 pm Conﬁrmation. IMMANUEL LUTHERAN, 65th Ave., rural Clayton, Margaret Grant, pastor Sunday: 8:30 am Worship. Wednesday: 6:30 pm Family Christian Education; 7:30 pm Conﬁrmation. JOURNEY CHURCH, 131 Broadway St., Amery, Derek Downs, Lead Pastor, 715-268-2223, www.journeychurch.city, office@journeychurch.city Every Sunday: 9 am Worship Service; Nursery for ages 0-3 is offered. Kids Zone Children’s Church ages preschool-4th grade will meet downstairs during the sermon! No Sunday School during the summer. 2nd Sunday of the Month: 6-7 pm Praise and Prayer Night (Except June 12 & July 10) Thursdays: 8:30 am Prayer Group. Open to anyone with a heart of prayer! Saturdays: 7 am Men’s Bible Study (Meets in the Teen Center). LITTLE FALLS LUTHERAN, 1272 44th Ave., Amery, Lori Peper, pastor 715-268-9577 Wednesday, August 7: 7:30 am Summer Stretch-Valley FairMeet at Congo Church; 6:30 pm New Members Gather at Peper Home. Thursday, August 8: 9 am Little Falls WELCA Meeting. Saturday, August 10: 9-11 am Ukulele Circle at Amery Public Library. Sunday, August 11: 8 am Trinity Worship; 9:30 am Deronda Worship; 11 am Little Falls Worship. Tuesday, August13: 9 am Little Falls Quilting, Parish Staff Meeting at Trinity; 7 pm Church Councils Meet at Little Falls. See our website for up-to-date scheduling www.littlefallschurch.net.

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he Gospel of Luke’s version of the Beatitudes says that “Blessed are the poor,” (Luke 6:20), whereas Matthew’s version says “Blessed are the poor in spirit.” (Matthew 5:3) What this means is something that we should ponder. A person can be literally poor, i.e., have no money or material possessions, and yet be “rich and haughty in spirit.” On the other hand, it is possible to have lots of money and other material things and to be poor in spirit. Being poor in spirit entails that we should be humble and meek, and not arrogant and proud, as great wealth, or pretensions to wealth, can make us. Perhaps Luke’s formulation (blessed are the poor), is simply meant to illustrate that material poverty is the visible manifestation of being poor in spirit. Those who are materially poor realize that they are completely dependent on God for everything, from the food that sustains them to the clothes on their back and the roof over their heads. In reality, this is the

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existential condition of all of us, but those who trust in their wealth and their ability to take care of themselves don’t realize how dependent they are on God. Being poor in spirit goes hand in hand with the wisdom of trusting in God: “Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding.” (Proverbs 3:5 NIV) Finally, we should take note that this is the first of the beatitudes, and it comes with an implicit promise. –Christopher Simon

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AREA CHURCHES CONTINUED LIVING WORD CHAPEL, 2746 Hwy 64, Forest, Senior Leaders Sean & Libby Higgins, 715-265-4810, we.are. living.word@gmail.com, www.livingwordchapel.com Sunday: 9 am Breakfast and Fellowship; 10:15 am Service; Nursery and Children’s Church Available. Wednesdays: 6 pm The Study; 7 pm Prayer. Weekly Local Home Groups MENNONITE CHURCH, 1681 6 1/2 St., Co. Hwy. P North, Almena, 715-357-3321 Sunday: 10 am Sunday school, all ages; 10:45 am Sunday worship service; 7:30 am Sunday evening service. MOE LUTHERAN (ELCA), 451 30th St., Clear Lake Sunday: 10 am Fellowship; 11 am Worship; Potluck lunch 2nd Sunday. Men’s Bible Study 2nd Sunday 6 pm. Women’s Bible Study 2nd Thursday 1:30 pm. NEW LIFE COMMUNITY, Amery, Craig Jorgenson, pastor Sunday: 10 am Worship. Tuesday: 6:30 pm Prayer. Wednesday: 6:30 pm Youth. OTTERCREEK CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP, Glenwood City Civic Center, Jason Taylor, pastor Sunday: 10:30 am Worship; Children’s church, childcare provided. Wednesday Night Prayer. OUR LADY OF THE LAKES CATHOLIC, Balsam Lake Father Eugene Murphy, pastor Masses: Saturday 6 pm, Sunday 8:30 am. OUR SAVIOR’S LUTHERAN, 217 Deronda St., Amery Keith Ruehlow, pastor PRAIRIEVIEW COVENANT, 1396 210th Ave. (2 miles north of New Richmond on 65) Tim Coyer, pastor, www.prairieviewchurch.net Sunday: 9 am Sunday School; 10 am Worship, Nursery care available; Coffee/fellowship after worship service. Wednesday: 6-7:30 pm Family Night, Worship/Groups for all ages. REDEEMER LUTHERAN, 600 S. Keller Ave., Amery, Tom Hahn, pastor Wednesday, August 7: Noon Picnic at Henck’s. Sunday, August 11: 8:30 am Lay Ministers; 9:30 am Worship; 10:30 am Fellowship. Tuesday, August 13: 7 pm Parish Planning. REEVE EVANGELICAL FREE, Jct. Barron CTH K & A, Clear Lake, www.reevechurch.org Sunday: 9 am Worship service; 10:15 am Fellowship Time. Wednesday nights: 6:30-7:30 pm Adult Bible Study and Prayer; Kids Club, Jr. & Sr. High Youth Group (Sept.-May). A variety of small groups (AA, men’s & women’s) are also held throughout the week. ST. BARNABAS EPISCOPAL, 365 5th St., Clear Lake, Rev. Geri E. Sola Sunday: 9:15 am Sunday school; 10:15 am Worship. Holy Communion 1st and 3rd Sunday at 10:15 am. Morning Prayer 2nd and 4th Sunday at 10:15 am. ST. CROIX UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST FELLOWSHIP, 201 N. Adams, St. Croix Falls www.scuuf.org Sunday: 10 am First three Sundays. ST. JOHN’S CATHOLIC, Clear Lake, Fr. John Long, pastor Mass: 8 am Wednesday. Mass: 8 am Thursday. Mass: 10:30 am Sunday. ST. JOSEPH CATHOLIC, 1050 Keller Ave. N, Amery, Father Eugene Murphy • 715-268-7717 • stjosephamery.org Wednesday, August 7: 9 am Mass; Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick at Mass. Thursday, August 8: 10:30 am Communion Service at Golden Age Manor. Friday, August 9: 9 am Communion Service. Saturday, August 10: 4 pm Mass; GriefShare Leader Meeting after Mass. Sunday, August 11: 10:30 am Mass; GriefShare Leader Meeting after Mass. Monday, August 12: 12 pm Ladies Lunch at Pure N Simple; 7 pm KC Meeting. Tuesday, August 13: 9 am Communion Service. ST. JOHN LUTHERAN, Forest, John Wilman, pastor Monday, August 5-Sunday, August 11: Pastor on Vacation. Sunday, August 11: 9 am Joint Worship at St. John’s; 10 am Fellowship. ST. PAUL LUTHERAN, Deer Park, John Wilman, pastor Monday, August 5-Sunday, August 11: Pastor on Vacation. Sunday, August 11: 9 am Joint Worship at St. John’s; 10 am Fellowship. Monday, August 12: Pastor Visiting Shut Ins. Tuesday, August 13: Pastor Visiting Shut Ins.

OBITUARIES SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST, 76 20th Ave., Clear Lake, John Redlich, pastor 715-645-2230; Head Elder Paul Hasman 715-671-3697 Saturday Services: Adult and Children’s Bible Study 9:30 am; Church 11 am Midweek Service: Wednesday 7 pm Call Head Elder for location in winter months. THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS, 644 S. 6th St., Barron, Chapel 715-537-3679 Bishop Kenneth Konesky 715-719-0283 Sunday: 10-11 am Sacrament Meeting; 11:10-Noon Priesthood, Relief Society, Primary, Sunday School. TRINITY LUTHERAN of Garﬁeld, 1578 85th Ave., Amery Lori Peper, pastor 715-268-9577 Wednesday, August 7: 7:30 am Summer Stretch-Valley FairMeet at Congo Church; 6:30 pm New Members Gather at Peper Home. Thursday, August 8: 9 am Little Falls WELCA Meeting. Saturday, August 10: 9-11 am Ukulele Circle at Amery Public Library. Sunday, August 11: 8 am Trinity Worship; 9:30 am Deronda Worship; 11 am Little Falls Worship. Tuesday, August13: 9 am Little Falls Quilting, Parish Staff Meeting at Trinity; 7 pm Church Councils Meet at Little Falls. See our website for up-to-date scheduling www.trinitylutheranchurchofamery.com. UNITED COVENANT, 348 5th St. NW, Clear Lake, Dan Pearson, pastor Saturday, August 10: 7 am Men’s Prayer Breakfast at Clear Lake Park. Sunday, August 11: 9 am Worship Practice T-3; 10 am Worship Service; 1 pm Young Adult Study. Monday, August 12: 6 pm Leadership Team Meeting. Tuesday, August 13: 8 am Prayer Time. UNITED METHODIST, GLENHILLS PARISH Marybeth Scow, pastor Emerald UMC: 8:30 am Worship with Sunday School. Glenwood City UMC: 9:45 am Worship with Sunday School. Downing UMC: 11 am Worship with Sunday School. WEST IMMANUEL LUTHERAN, ELCA, 447 180th St., Osceola, Pastor Matt Saarem, Interim Pastor, www. westimmanuel.org Sunday, August 11: 9 am Worship; 10 am Coffee Fellowship; 10:15 am W/ELCA Meeting. Tuesday, August 13: 10 am Ruth Circle. WORD OF LIFE FELLOWSHIP, Clear Lake Patricia and Harlen Wienke, pastors Sunday: 10 am Worship. Tuesday: 9 am Healing Rooms by appointment. Wednesday: 7 pm Adult Bible Study.

BAR-B-QUE

Chicken Dinner Rain or Shine

Our Savior’s Lutheran Church 217 Deronda St. Amery

Sunday, Aug. 18 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Bar-B-Qued Chicken, potato salad, cole slaw, rolls, bars, beverages FREE-WILL OFFERING Take outs available

And ad this size in the Free Press and TAB is $24/week

Obituaries are posted online each week

Parish Festival

Sunday, August 11 • 11am-2pm Our Lake of the Lakes, Balsam Lake Country Store • Basket Rafﬂe • Silent Auction Meat Rafﬂe • Beer Garden • Bingo • Dinner Chicken or Barbecue Ribs, Baked Potatoes, Corn on the Cob, Coleslaw, Dessert & Beverage Chicken $8, Ribs $10, Combo $15, 6 and under $5

Questions? Call 715-405-2253

Keith Wesley Carl Anderson Keith Wesley Carl Anderson of Clear Lake, WI passed away unexpectedly at his home on July 25, 2019 at the age of 83. Keith was born in Grantsb burg, WI on November 7, 11935 to Ernest and Hazel ((Larson) Anderson. He w was the youngest of five c children. The family had m moved to Upson, WI shortly b before he was born. Hazel sstayed with her mother in G Grantsburg until Keith was b born and was able to travel n north to Upson. As a young m man he loved to play baseball, and he had the skills. He was always able to find a team to play with whether it was the neighborhood, high school team, post high school in Upson, Stout State College team, or the Clear Lake town team after his family moved there while he was in college. In 1953, Keith graduated from Hurley High School, Hurley, WI and went on to earn a degree of Bachelor of Science in Technology Education with a minor in Sociology from Stout State College, Menomonie, WI in 1959. In 1961, Keith joined the Air Force and was on active duty in northern California working as a cook. After 11 months, he remained in California and continued his service in the National Guard. Keith worked there as a machinist until around 1970, when he moved back to Clear Lake, WI to be near his parents and extended family. He was employed as a machinist at Doboy Industries Inc. in New Richmond, WI until his retirement. Keith was a member of First Lutheran Church in Clear Lake, WI and greatly appreciated his “brothers” in the men’s Saturday morning bible study. He loved spending time with his extended family, making every effort to attend family birthdays, campouts, Christmas celebrations, etc. He also enjoyed tinkering with and fixing gadgets and cars, and in his younger days playing golf and tennis, as well as fishing and gardening. He spent many hours researching topics on the computer and reading books, as he never lost his passion for learning. He was preceded in death by his parents Ernest and Hazel, his brothers Erwin (Bob) and Wiloan (Bill), and his sister Delanore. Keith is lovingly remembered by his sister Betty Christopherson, nieces and nephews, and many other relatives and friends. He will be greatly missed by all at the family gatherings. A celebration of life for Keith and his brother Bob, who also died recently, will be held at First Lutheran Church, 811 South Avenue W, Clear Lake, WI on Saturday, August 10, 2019 at 11:00 with Pastor Bryan Anderson officiating. Visitation will be an hour before the service. Keith’s interment will be at the Clear Lake Cemetery with full Military Honors by the All Clear Lake Veterans Honor Guard. Lunch at will follow the service. Bob's interment will be at a national cemetery in California at a future date. Scheuermann-Hammer Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Clear Lake, Wi is handling the arrangements. www.clearlakefuneralhome.com

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Bud Richardson Bud Richardson, age 92, of Amery died on Sunday, July 28, 2019 at his daughter’s home in Amery. Funeral services will be 11 a.m. on Saturday, August 17, 2019 from East Lincoln Alliance Church in Amery. Burial will be at the East Lincoln cemetery in Amery, WI. Visitation for Bud Richardson will be from 4 to 8 p.m. on Friday, August, 16, 2019 at the Williamson-White Funeral Home in Amery and 1 hour prior to services at the church. For further information and to sign on line guest book, please visit www.williamsonwhite.com. Arranges are being made with the Williamson-White Funeral Home and Cremation Services in Amery.

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Polk County Fair announces 2019 winners Some of the winners at the 2019 Polk County Fair were:

Herdsmanship Winners 2019 Large Cattle 1st – Beaver Brook Badgers 2nd – Cushing 3rd – Bone Lake Beavers Small Cattle 1st – Clayton FFA 2nd – Deronda Diplomats 3rd – Cattail Clovers Sheep 1st – Deronda Diplomats 2nd – Forest View 3rd – Unity FFA Swine 1st – Pleasant Lake 2nd – Amery FFA 3rd – Cattail Clovers Goat 1st – Beaver Brook Badgers 2nd – South Milltown 3rd – Deronda Diplomats Horse 1st – Little Butternut 2nd – McKinley Vikings 3rd – Bronco Busters

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Olivia Cunningham Computer Revue Archer Utke, Mason Utke Cultural Arts Lauren Hefty, Koral Jodd, Josephine Brannon, Molly Brannon, Allitny Swanson, Brooke Hadac, Trevor Gilbertson, Mason Utke, Sarah Hefty, Amber Bateman, Julia Novak (Grand Champion), Christine Pickard, Deanna Meyer, Lauren Frokjer, Kelli Niles, Adelyn Ellefson, Reecelyn Rada, Deanna Meyer, Braden Curtis, Xzavier Hane, Kristi Getschel, Amber Newman, Oliver Bauer (Grand Champion), Natalie Ryan Electricity Emma Stroshane Exploring Theodore Neumann, Chase Prindle, Sylvia Demulliy, Kylie McNutt, Hailee Delorme, Elianna Barstow, Avery Nelson, Aidan Nagel, Hunter Nelson, Allyson Gustafson, Julianna Johnson, Henry Christensen, William White, Chloe Frandsen

Child Development Hazel Wicklund

Flowers & House Plants Jadyn Thaemert, Braden Curtis, Tia Jensen, Ruby Tallent

Clothing Claire Novak Sarah K Carlson Ellie E Hagen Natalie J Ryan Molly Brannon

Foods & Nutrition Natalie Priebe, Clair Novak, Sarah Hefty, Sarah Carlson, Oliver Bauer, Juliana Thompson, Victoria Long, Lauren Hefty

Home Furnishings Kacy Johnson, Olivia Gustafson, Ruby Demulling Knitting & Crocheting Josephine Brannon, Sarah N Hefty, Caitlin Ritterpusch, Rose King Photography Sarah Hefty (State Photo), Ruby Demulling, Oliver Bauer (State Photo), Michael Wright, Morgan Gjovig (State Photo), Caleb Wright, Kacy Johnson, Sam Glenna, Olivia Gustafson, Tanner Peterson, Madi Johnson, Brody Curtis, Lauren Ellefson, Zachariah Juvrud, Mallorie Watland-Copiskey, Katelyn Roessler, Makaylee Zezza, Natalie Schummer, Julianna Thompson, Deidra Meyer, Mason Utke, Shaylin Eley, Sam Glenna, Jadyn Thaemert, Magdeline Wooten, Gracie Sierra, Joshua Bohn, Caitlin Ritterpusch, Brooke Hadac, Torihatta Wendorf, Danny Wahlstrom, Lyla Stone, Izzy Neumann, Gracie Wiltse, Ella Tretsven, Victoria Long, Ashlin Waltz, Izabella Iwaszko, Kelsey Oman, Lily Demars, Kristen Nyhus, Ann Boland, Ella Berens, Olivia Koeppen, Christine Pickard, Samantha Volgren, Ava Schueller, Ellie Hagen, Alexis Greener, Melissa Jones, Grace Carlson, Lauren Hefty, Bennet Lechman, Zhalick Hane

Mechanical Isaac Demulling, Hunter Gilbertson, Edward Brannon, Michael Novak, Bradyn Gerhman, Nate Garvey Natural Science Oliver Bauer, Mariah Olson Plant & Soil Science Haley Hermansen, Destiny Denetz, Hunter Carlson, Trevor Gilbertson School Exhibits Haze Larson, Alejandra Mejia, Mitchell Baillargeon Vet Science Caitlin J Ritterpusch, Macy Johnson Woodworking Lyla K Stone, Thomas Newman, Siri Yuhas, Joshua Davidson, Luciana Aizpurua, John R Bateman, Grace Williamson, Boe Carlson, Amber L Bateman, Natalie Schommer, Archer Utke, Sam Glenna, Michaela Polta, Benjamin Nelson, Grant D Getschel, Nathan N Garvey, Oliver Bauer, Luke W Haase, Adam Nyhus, Sarah K Carlson, Allyson Peterson, Melissa M Jones, Cooper C Gott (Reserve Grand Champ.), Aiden Nagel, Josephine Carlson (Grand Champ.) Self Determined/Youth Leadership Olivia Cunningham

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Sydney Peterson, Amery, had the Reserve Beef Carcass. She is shown with Marv Pratt (L) representing Countryside Cooperative, who sponsored the trophy, and Dan Tronrud (R), from Denny’s Auto, who purchased the animal.

Madison Hollister, Eagan MN., was awarded the Champion Beef Carcuss. Shown L-R: Brady Prindle, who accepted her trophy, Rick Westdale from Westdale Farms who purchased the animal and Brian Johnston from Swank’s Meats who sponsored the trophy.

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Britta Hibbs, Frederic, had the Champion Total Performance Beef. She is shown with Dirk Prindle of Carlson SV who sponsored the trophy and Scott and Beth Mcleod of Shoot ‘Em Up Sports who purchased the animal.

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Glenn Meier was recogonized for his many years of service to the Quality Meats Committee and the youth of Polk County. He is shown with Craig Scholz, Chair of the Polk County Quality Meats Committee.

JUNIOR DIVISION Junior Division Dog 1st Year Showmanship: Jadyn Thaemert 3 + Year Showmanship: Sarah Hefty Junior Division Llama/Alpacas Llamas/Alpacas Grand Champion – heavy wool, Avery Anderson Grand Champion – Suri, Ashton Anderson Jr. Showmanship Champion, Avery Anderson Int. Showmanship Champion, Ashton Anderson Junior Division Cat The Polk County Fair Junior Cat Show is a pre-fair show at the fairgrounds in St. Croix Falls. The cats were judged on grooming, health, physical condition and disposition. There was also a cage decoration competition that is voted on by the competitors. Best Cat: Jacob Binversie Best Kitten: Julianna Johnson Best Groomed and Decorated: Braden Vlasnik Junior Division Poultry Chickens Reserve Champion American Varieties, Ella Tretsven Champion American Varieties, Justain Vorndran

Reserve Champion Mediterranean Varieties, Renee Vorndran Champion Mediterranean Varieties, Renee Vorndran Reserve Champion Crossbred Chicken, Jessica Carlson Champion Crossbred Chicken, Ella Tretsven Reserve Champion Asiatic Varieties, Jackson Dvorak Champion Asiatic Varieties, Alexis Greener Reserve Champion English Varieties, Ashton Anderson Champion English Varieties, Justin Vorndran Res. Champion Miscellaneous Varieties, Renee Vorndran Champion Miscellaneous Varieties, Alexis Greener Reserve Champion Bantams, Feather Legged, Ella Tretsven Champion Bantams, Feather Legged, Ella Tretsven Reserve Champion Bantams, Clean Legged, Ella Tretsven Champion Bantams Clean Legged, Ella Tretsven Showmanship Senior Showmanship, ages 15 and older, Annaleisa Wright Intermediate Showmanship, 12-14 years old, Ella Tretsven Junior Showmanship, 8-11 years old, Haze Larson SEE WINNERS, PAGE 10

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Morgan Monchilovich, Cumberland, had the Reserve Total Performance Beef. She is shown with Craig Scholz of the Quality Meats Committee.

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Courtney Stream, Amery, won the Champion Goat Carcass. She is shown with Mike Swank of Swank’s Meats who sponsored the trophy and Karl Koeppen representing Evenson Construction who purchased the animal.

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Junior Division Swine Champion Market Gilt (QM), Matthew Germain, Pleasant Lake Res. Champion Markey Gilt (QM), Katherine Elwood, Eagle View Champion Market Barrow (QM), Essie Whitehead, FFA Res. Champion Markey Barrow (QM), Carter Nielsen, Beaver Brook Badgers Grand Champion Market Hog (QM), Matthew Germain, Pleasant Lake Res. Gr. Champion Market Hog (QM), Essie Whitehead, FFA Grand Champion Market Hog (Non-sale), Brandy Kobernick, Cattail Clovers Res. Gr. Champion Market Hog (Non-sale), Mitchel Maassen, FFA Showmanship, Senior – 18 and older, Ashton Anderson, Forest View Showmanship, Senior – 16 & 17, Matthew Germain, Pleasant Lake Showmanship, Intermediate – 14-15, Gracie Davison, FFA Showmanship, Intermediate – 12-13, Jessica Carlson, Pleasant Lake Showmanship, Junior – 8-11, Brady Kobernick, Cattail Clovers Supreme Showman, Matthew Germain, Pleasant Lake Junior Division Beef Beef Breed Champion Market Steer, Allegra Larson Beef Breed Res. Champion Market Steer, Allegra Larson Beef-Dairy Crossbred Champion Market Steer, Carson Simon

Beef-Dairy Crossbred Res. Champion Market Steer, Isaiah Simon Dairy Breed Champion Market Steer, Mitchel Maassen Dairy Breed Res. Champion Market Steer, Ava Ulrich Res. Grand Champion Market Steer, Allegra Larson Grand Champion Market Steer, Allegra Larson PB Junior Champion Female, Allegra Larson PB Junior Res. Champion Female, Alayha Johnson PB Senior Champion Female, Hope McKinley Purebred Senior Reserve Champion Female, Meggie Rosen PB Champion, Angus, Hope McKinley PB Champion, Hereford, Courtney Stream PB Champion, Simmental, Allegra Larson PB Champion, Any Other Breed, Maggie Rosen PB Reserve Grand Champion Angus, Alayna Johnson PB Reserve Grand Champion Hereford, Marissa Smith PB Reserve Champion Simmental, Calvin Rosen PB Reserve Grand Champ. Other Recognized Breed, Aiden Nagel Grade Res. Champion Crossbred Grade Junior Champion Female, Milan Monchilovich Grade Junior Res, Champion Female, Morgan Monchilovich Grade Sr. Champion Female, Merlin Hibbs Supreme Res. Grand Champion Female,, Allegra Larson Supreme Grand Cham-

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Jason Hanson, Amery, had the Reserve Champion Goat Carcass. He is shown with Troy Keller and Adam Nash (L) of Amery Chevrolet who purchased the animal. Marv Pratt of Countryside Cooperative (R), sponsored the trophy.

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Mitchell Monchilovich, Cumberland, won the Youth Carcass Judging. He is shown with Craig Scholz of the Quality Meats Committee.

pion Female, Merlin Hibbs Showmanship Senior Division – Ages 18 years and older, Maggie Rosen Senior Division – Ages 16, Isaac Campeau Intermediate Division – 14 years old, Madeline Monchilovich Intermediate Division – 12 years old, Morgan Monchilovich Junior Division – 8-10 years old, Tanea Campeau Supreme Showmanship, Maggie Rosen Junior Rabbits Res. Ch. (Best of Breed) Lops, Mini, Macey Melberg (Best of Show) Res. Ch. (Best of Breed) Dwarf Hotot, Sarah Carlson Res. Ch. (Best of Breed) Harlequin, Mariah Olson Res. Ch. (Best of Breed) Mini Rex, Leigha Priske-Olson Res. Ch. (Best of Breed) Netherland Dwarf, Hannah Scherff Res. Ch. (Best of Breed) Polish, Joseph Nissen ( Reserve) Res. Ch. (Best of Breed) Rex, Ava Schueller Champion (Best of Breed) Flemish Giants, Joshua Newville Reserve Grand Champion of Show , Joseph Nissen Grand Champion of Show (New Zealand), Macey Melberg Best Decorated Cage, Pleasant Lake Showmanship Explorers, 8 – 9 years – Joseph Nissen Juniors, 9 – 11 years: Neela Chadwick

Intermediate, 12 – 14 years: Macy Johnson Senior, 15 years and over – Leigha PriskeOlson Junior Division Sheep PB Champion Male, Hampshire, Brianna Lee, Forest View PB Champion Male, Southdown, Garrett M Lee, Forest View PB Res. Champion Male, Southdown, Alexis Miner, Beaver Brook Badg. PB Champion Female, Hampshire, Brianna Lee, Forest View PB Champion Female, Shropshire, Raeanna J Johnston, FFA PB Champion Female, Southdown, Brianna Lee, Forest View PB Res. Champion Female, Hampshire, Brianna Lee, Forest View PB Res. Champion Female, Southdown, Garrett M Lee, Forest View Grade Champion Female, Suffolk, Riley Schultz, Deronda Diplomats Grade Champion Female, Commercial Breed (Crossbred), Mike Browick, Open Grade Champion Female, Wether Style Breed, Brianna E Lee, Forest View Grade Res. Champion Female, Suffolk, Cody Meyer, Forest View Grade Res. Champion Female, Wether Style Breed, Tanner J Viebrock, Forest View Grade Res. Champion Male, Wether Style Breed Grand Champ. – Over All Breeds (Male), Landyn Johnson, West Sweden Res. Gr. Champ – Over

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Natalee Bjornstad, Osceola, had the Reserve Total Performance Goat. She is shown with Cooper and Heather Gott (L), of Gott Polled Herfords who purchased the animal. Jody Stream of Noah Insurance (R), who sponsored the trophy.

Thank Th k you tto St St. C Croix i C Casino i ffor purchasing my Grand Champion market steer at the Polk County Fair. Also, thank you to all of the bidders for your wonderful support.

Allegra Larson, Knotty Pine 4-H All Breeds (Male), Tanner J Viebrock, Forest View Grand Champion – Over All Breeds (Female), Brianna E Lee, Forest View Res. Gr. Champ. – Over All Breeds (Female), Brianna E Lee, Forest View Quality Meats (Sheep) Gr. Champion Market Lamb (QM Program), Evan J Gudmunsen, Cushing Res. Gr. Champion Market Lamb (QM Program), Krysten R Ray, FFA Grand Champion Market Lamb (Non-Sale), Tianna Lochner, Deronda Diplomats Res. Gr. Champion Market Lamb (Non-Sale), Courtney Stream, Beaver Brook Badgers Showmanship Senior Showmanship, 17 & over, Raeanna J Johnston, FFA Senior Showmanship, 15 -16, N/A Intermediate Showmanship, 13-14, Garrett M Lee, Forest View Junior Showmanship,

9-12 years old, Tanner J Viebrock, Forest View First Year Showmanship, 8-11, Cody Meyer, Forest View Beginner 9-12, Brianna E Lee, Forest View Junior Division Goat Domestic Exotic Champion, Sean Ritterpusch Domestic Exotic Reserve Champion, Sean Ritterpusch Champion Market Goat, Natalee Bjornstad Reserve Champion Market Goat, Jason Hanson Champion Meat Goat, Tracker Dodds Reserve Champion Meat Goat, Brayden Prindle Grand Champion Overall Dairy Goat, Lyla Visger Reserve Grand Champion Overall Dairy Goat, Emily Roessler Senior Showmanship, 15 years and older, Tyler L Bjornstad, Pleasant Lake Intermediate Showmanship, 12-14 years old, Layla Visger, South Milltown1Junior ShowSEE WINNERS, PAGE 11

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Jason Hanson, Amery, had the Champion Total Performance Goat. He is shown with Troy Keller and Adam Nash (L) of Amery Chevrolet who purchased the animal. Dirk Prindle of Carlson SV (R), sponsored the trophy.

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Essie Whitehead was the Premier Hog Exhibitor. She is shown with L-R Josie, Walker, Hazel, Delilah and Alli Kuhl of Kuhl Show Pigs who sponsored the trophy.

Deanna Meyer, Amery, had the Reserve Hog Carcass. Accepting on her behalf was Alaina Rivard. She is shown with Craig Scholz of the Quality Meats Committee.

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Junior Showmanship, 8-11 years old, Lyla Stone, Beaver Brook Badgers Junior Division Horse Showmanship, Grade 4/Explorers, grades 3 & 4, Natalia Ahyai Showmanship, Grades 5 & 6, Hailey Zaufy Showmanship, Grades 7 & 8, Aleiya Christensen Showmanship, Grades 9 & 10, Carly Eibs Showmanship, Grades 11-13, Katelyn Juvrud Walk-Trot Equitation-Gr. 3-7, Gavin Fredrickson Walk-Trot Equitation-Gr. 8-13, Marissa Libersky Western Horsemanship, Gr. 3&4, Emma Zauft Novice Equitation, Tianna Lochner Walk-Trot Pleasure-Gr. 3-7, Gavin Fredrickson Walk-Trot Pleasure-Gr.8-13, Marissa Libersky Western Pleasure-Gr. 3&4, Emma Zauft Novice Pleasure, Open, Tianna Lochner English Class, Equitation – Grades 7 & 8, Trista Neely English Class, Equitation – Grades 9 & 10, Caitlyn Vitalis English Class, Equitation – Grades 11-13, Katelyn Juvrud English Class, Pleasure – Grades 7 & 8, Trista Neely English Class, Pleasure

– Grades 9 & 10, Victoria Collins English Class, Pleasure – Grades 11-13, Katelyn Juvrud Western Class, Horsemanship – Grades 5 & 6, Hailey Zauft Western Class, Horsemanship – Grades 7 & 8, Trista Neely Western Class, Horsemanship – Grades 9 & 10, Victoria Collins Western Class, Horsemanship – Grades 11-13, Kylie Krueger Western Bridal Path, Victoria Collins Western Class, Pleasure – Grades 5 & 6, Hailey Zauft Western Class, Pleasure – Grades 7 & 8, Trista Neely Western Class, Pleasure – Grades 9 & 10, Megan Osero Western Class, Pleasure – Grades 11-13, Katelyn Juvrud Advanced Western Horsemanship, Katelyn Juvrud Ranch Horse RidingGrades 3-6, Hailey Zaufy Ranch Horse Riding- Grades 7-8, Tianna Lochner Ranch Horse RidingGrades 9-10, Megan Osero Ranch Horse Riding- Grades 11-13, Kylie Krueger Ranch Rail Pleasure Grades 3-6, Emma Zauft Ranch Rail Pleasure Grades 7-8, Emily Eley Ranch Rail Pleasure Grades 9-10, Megan Osero Ranch Rail Pleasure

Exhibitors also winning awards, but not pictured were: Joseph Glenna, Amery, winning Reserve Sheep Carcass; Avery Anderson, Osceola, winning Champion Hog Carcass.

Grades 11-13, Kylie Krueger Western Riding Open, Victoria Collins Trail Class-Grade 4/ Explorers Gr. 3/4, Emma Zauft Trail Class-Grades 5 & 6, Hailey Zaufy Trail Class – Grades 7 & 8, Katelyn Kozak Trail Class – Grades 9 & 10, Megan Osero Trail Class – Grades 11-13, Katelyn Juvard Costume Class Open, Katelyn Kozak Egg and Spoon Grade 7 and under, Taylor Bush Egg and Spoon Grades 8-10, McKenzie Christian Egg and Spoon Grades 11-13, Trey Boissy Pole Bending – Gr. 3 & 4, Leelan Moody Pole Bending – Gr. 5 & 6, Gracie Sierra Pole Bending – Gr. 7 & 8, Emily Oman Pole Bending – Gr. 9 & 10, Lexie Olson Pole Bending – Gr. 1113, Madison Gorski Barrels – Gr. 3 & 4, Leelan Moody Barrels – Gr. 5 & 6, Gracie Sierra Barrels – Gr. 7 & 8, Emily Oman Barrels – Gr. 9 & 10, Greta Erickson Barrels – Gr. 111 – 13, Raelynn Hanson Flag Race – Gr. 3 & 4, Akira Jensen Flag Race – Gr. 5 & 6, Gracie Sierra Flag Race – Gr. 7 & 8, Emily Oman Flag Race – Gr. 9 & 10, Victoria Collins Flag Race- Gr. 11-13, Kylie Krueger Lt. Special – Gr. 3 & 4, Jenasis Moody Lt. Special – Gr. 5 & 6,

Gracie Sierra Lt. Special – Gr. 7 & 8, Emily Eley Lt. Special – Gr. 9 & 10, Carly Eibs Lt. Special – Gr. 11-13, Kylie Krueger Plug Race – Gr. 3 & 4, Leelan Moody Plug Race – Gr. 5 & 6, Gracie Sierra Plug Race – Gr. 7 & 8, Emily Oman Plug Race – Gr. 9 & 10, Carly Eibs Plug Race – Gr. 11-13, Madison Gorski Key Race- Gr. 3-4, Leelan Moody Key Race- Gr. 5-6, Gracie Sierra Key Race- Gr. 7-8, Emily Oman Key Race Gr. 9-10, Carly Eibs Key Race- Gr. 11-13, Trey Boissy Jumping Figure Eight Gr. 3-4, Jenasis Moody Jumping Figure Eight Gr. 5-6, Gracie Sierra Jumping Figure Eight Gr. 7-8, Emily Eley Jumping Figure Eight Gr. 9-10, Greta Erickson Jumping Figure Eight Gr. 11-13, Melanie Doll Junior Division Dairy

Reserve Grand Champion, Kooper Klugow Jersey Junior Champion Female, Allitney Swanson Junior Reserve Champion Female, Allitney Swanson Senior Champion Female, Marie Haase Grand Champion, Marie Haase Reserve Grand Champion, Allitney Swanson Brown Swiss Junior Champion Female, Ruby DeMulling Junior Reserve Champion Female, Isaac Demulling Senior Champion Female, Raeann Lehman Senior Reserve Champion Female, Ben Neumann Grand Champion, Raeann Lehman Reserve Grand Champion, Ben Neumann Milking Shorthorn Junior Champion Female, Trevor Place Senior Champion Female, Trevor Place Grand Champion, Trevor Place Reserve Grand Champion, Trevor Place

PUREBRED DIVISION GRADES Guernsey Junior Champion Female, Kooper Klugow Junior Reserve Champion Female, Emily Rosler Senior Champion Female, Katie Christiansen Senior Reserve Champion Female, Katie Christiansen Grand Champion, Katie Christiansen

Guernsey Junior Champion Female, Shayla Hulett Grand Champion, Shayla Hulett Jersey Junior Champion Female, Reecelyn Rada Senior Champion Female, Morgan Boettcher Grand Champion, Mor-

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OPEN DIVISION Open Division Swine Reserve Grand Champion Market Barrow, Oliver Wood, Open Grand Champion Market Barrow, Oliver Wood, Open Open Devision Beef Junior Champion Female, Oliver Wood Grand Champion Female, Oliver Wood

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Matthew Germain, Osceola, had the Champion Total Performance Hog. He is shown with Joe Gates of Willow Ridge Healthcare who purchased the animal. Also shown is Dirk Prindle of Carlson SV who sponsored the trophy.

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Olivia Koeppen, Amery, had the Reserve Total Performance Sheep. She is shown with Jody Stream of Noah Insurance who sponsored the trophy and Karl Koeppen representing Evenson Construction, purchaser of the animal.

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Grace Haase, Somerset, had the Reserve Toal Performance Hog. Accepting on her behalf was Daniel Haase. He is shown with Tim Stelter of Munson Lakes Nutrition who purchased the animal.

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RaeAnna Johnston was the Premier Sheep Exhibitor. She is shown with Brian and Denise Johnston who sponsored the trophy.

Emilie Glenna, St. Croix Falls, won the Champion Sheep Carcass. Accepting her trophy was Hallie Glenna. She is shown with Mike Swank of Swank’s Meats who sponsored the trophy and Jim Snyder of River Valley Graphics and Apparel who purchased the animal.

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Tanner Viebrock, Osceola, had the Champion Total Performance Sheep. He is shown with Tim Stelter of Federated Co-op who purchased the animal. Also shown is Dirk Prindle of Carlson SV who sponsored the trophy.

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Open Division Dairy Products Reserve Grand Champion Dairy Product, Margo Hanson Grand Champion Dairy Product, Margo Hanson Open Division Llama/ Alpacas Llamas/Alpacas Champion – light to medium wool non-breeder Champion – light to medium wool male, registered, Brian Mondor Champion – light to medium wool female, registered, Lexa Corrigan Grand Champion – light to medium wool, Lexa Corrigan Reserve Champion-light/medium wool registered female, Brian Mondor Reserve Grand Champion – light to medium wool, Brian Mondor Champion – heavy wool non-breeder, Brian Mondor Champion – heavy wool female, Registered, Sheila Dipprey Grand Champion – heavy wool, Sheila Dipprey Reserve Champion – heavy wool non breeder, Don Dipprey Champion – heavy wool Reg. Male, Don Dipprey Reserve Grand Champion – heavy wool, Don Dipprey Reserve Grand Champion – heavy wool Reg. Male, Sheila Dipprey Reserve Championheavy wool, reg. female, Grace Belz Champion – Suri female, Registered, Grace Belz Grand Champion – Suri, Grace Belz Overall Supreme Champion, Sheila Dipprey Overall Reserve Supreme Champion, Lexa Corrigan Champion – Alpaca female, Registered, Grace Belz Champion – Alpaca female, Grade, Sheila Dipprey Reserve Champion Alpaca-Grade Female, Wes Belz Grand Champion Alpaca, Sheila Dipprey Reserve Grand Champion Alpaca, Wes Belz Sr. Showmanship Champion, Don Dipprey Open Division Cultural Arts Champion Watercolor Painting, Penny Christenson Champion Acrylic Painting, Nicole L Grey Champion Sketch, Penny Christenson Champion Holiday Craft, Karen Emerson

Champion Doll and Toy, Susan I Olson Champion Craft, Becky Dickinson Champion Creative Writing, Russell B Hanson Champion All Other Arts & Crafts, Rachel Ehlert Res. Gr. Champion Cultural Arts Exhibit, Karen Emerson Grand Champion Cultural Arts Exhibit, Rachel Ehlert Exceptional/Special Needs Champion, Ethan Carlson Exceptional/Special Needs Grand Champion, Ethan Carlson Open Knitting & Crocheting Champion Knitting, Gayle E Watland Champion Crocheting, Shirley Schmidt Res. Gr. Champion Knitting/Crocheting, Shirley Schmidt Gr. Champion Knitting/Crocheting, Gayle E Watland Open Natural Sciences Champion Bees & Honey Exhibit, Arlen Ziegler Champion Maple Syrup Exhibit, Chad Copiskey (Res. Grand Champ.) Champion Beer/Wine, Jesse Gross (Grand Champion) Open Clothing Champion Infant’s Garment, Debra L Rush Champion Child’s Garment, Debra L Rush Champion Youth Garment, NONE Champion Adult Garment, Susan I Olson Res. Gr. Champion Clothing, Susan I Olson Reserve Grand Champion Clothing, Debra L Rush Grand Champion Clothing Open Home Furnishings Champion Quilt, June Hendricks Champion Linens, Susan Olson Champion Rugs, Annibeth Nane Champion Room Accessories, LuAnn Sprester Res. Ch. Champion Home Furnishings, Susan Olson Grand Champion Home Furnishings, LuAnn Sprester Open Foods & Nutrition Champion Yeast Bread, Shirley Schmidt, Open Champion Quick Bread, Shelly Swanson, Open Champion Cake, Karen Mortenson, Open Champion Decorated Food, Karen Lundgren, Open

Champion Cookies, Karrie Melin-Swenson, Open Champion Pastry, None Champion Candy, Kristy Howell, Open Champion Condiment Reserve Grand Champion Food Exhibit, Shirley Schmidt, Open Grand Champion Food Exhibit, Karen Lundgren, Open Res. Gr. Champion Food Preservation, Mary Denver, Open Grand Champion Food Preservation, Jeanne Alling, Open Champion Gluten Free, Kristy Howell, Open Open Photography Champion Color Exhibit, Abby Swanson, Open Res. Champion Color Exhibit, Kristy Howell, Open Champion Black/White Exhibit, Tammy Belisle, Open Res. Champion Black/ White Exhibit, Judy Curnow, Open Grand Champion Photography Exhibit, Tammy Belisle, Open Res. Grand Champion Photography Exhibit, Kristy Howell, Open Open Division Antiques Champion Colored Glass/Clear Glass, Lois J Olson Champion Stoneware & Pottery, Gwendolyn Strege Champion China or Porcelain, David Mueller Champion Paper Articles, Connie Demulling Champion Advertising, Steve Swenson Champion Photography, Stacy Cox Champion Home, Andrew Whyte Champion Handwork, Lois J Olson Champion Clothing & Accessories, Becky Meyer Champion Sports, Jim Demulling Champion Miscellaneous, Donald Carufel Reserve Grand Champion Antique, Donald Carufel Grand Champion Antique, David Mueller Reserve Champion Genealogy, Connie Demulling Champion Genealogy, Jim Demulling Open Division Farm Crops Champion Threshed Grains, Oliver Wood, Open Champion Ripe Grain Sheaf, Steven Owens, Open Champion Hay Sheaf, Douglas Owens, Open Champion Corn Stalk Exhibit, Julie Christensen, Open

Champion Ear Corn Exhibit, Steven Owens, Open Champion Shelled Corn Exhibit, Evelyn Strobach, Open Champion, Any Other Corn, None Champion Hay Exhibit, Wilfred Owens, Open Champion Silage Exhibit, Abigail Wood, Open Res. Grand Champion Farm Crop, Evelyn Strobach, Open Grand Champion Farm Crop, Julie Christensen, Open Open Division Woodworking Res. Grand Champion Woodworking, Allen Carlson Grand Champion Woodworking, Dave Clausen Open Division Flowers and Houseplants Champion Cut Flower, Sally Christensen, Open Champion Floral Arrangements, Greg Zinn, Open Champion House Plants & Containers, Doris Mold, Open Reserve Grand Champion Flower/House Plant, Doris Mold, Open Grand Champion Flower/House Plant, Greg Zinn, Open Open Division Fruits & Vegetables Champion Potato, Steve Christenson Champion Standard Cultivar, Dawn Erickson Champion Herb Exhibit, Jerry J Mcdonald Res. Gr. Champion Vegetable Exhibit, Dawn Erickson Grand Champion Vegetable Exhibit, Jerry J Mcdonald Gr. Champion Vegetable Box, Eric John Champion Plate of Apples, Russell B Hanson Champion Small Fruit, Steven Gustafson Reserve Grand Champion Fruit Exhibit, Russell B Hanson Grand Champion Fruit Exhibit, Steven Gustafson Open Division Poultry & Eggs Reserve Champion American Class, Taunya Kobernick Champion American Class, Carolyn Peterson Res. Ch. Mediterranean Class, Taunya Kobernick Champion Mediterranean Class, Carolyn Peterson Reserve Champion Crossbred Section, Luke Peterson Champion Crossbred Section, Ella Tretsven Reserve Champion Asiatic Class Section, Brady

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SENIOR DIVISION Senior Division Photography Reserve Grand Champion Photography, Jerry Curnow Grand Champion Photography, Jerry Curnow Senior Knitting & Crocheting Res. Gr. Champion Knitting/Crocheting, Linda Blum, Open Grand Champion Knitting/Crocheting, Kathryn Mueller Senior Division Home Furnishings Res. Gr. Champion Home Furnishings, Melissa Lee, Open Grand Champion Home Furnishings, William Bosak, Open Senior Cultural Arts Reserve Grand Champion Cultural Arts, Judy Randall, Open Grand Champion Cultural Arts, Peggy Hadstrom, Open Senior Division Antiques Reserve Grand Champion Antiques, Virginia Bergstrom Grand Champion Antiques, William Bosak Senior Division Flowers & House Plants Champion Cut Flower, Melanie Hoag, Open Champion House Plant, None Champion Arrangement, Helen Dickinson, Open Res. Gr. Champion Flowers/House Plants, Melanie Hoag, Open Grand Champion Flowers/House Plants, Helen Dickinson, Open Senior Division Plant & Soil Sciences Res. Gr. Champion Plant & Soil Science, Lila Christensen, Open Grand Champion Plant & Soil Science, Kathryn Mueller, Open Senior Foods & Nutrition Res. Gr. Champion Foods/Nutrition, Judy Randall, Open Grand Champion Foods/Nutrition, William Bosak, Open Senior Woodworking Res. Grand Champion Woodworking, Don Swanson Grand Champion Woodworking, William Bosak

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Amery riders showcase horseback riding skills at annual fun show BY BRETT HART

The fourth annual Quarter Moon Acres Open Game & Fun Show took place on Aug. 3 at the St. Croix County Fairgrounds in Glenwood City. There were more than 300 entries in 35 classes showcasing all levels of experience. The event kicked off with seven therapeutic classes for participants of Quarter Moon Acres equine assisted therapy program. Other classes included lead line (inexperienced riders), ages 12 and under, ages 13-18, ages 19 and older and open classes. Participants represented Polk, Dunn, Barron, St. Croix and La Crosse Counties. All proceeds went towards the Amery-based equine assisted therapy program.

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Crystal Fougner of Amery earns second place in the Speed Dash - Therapeutic Class - on Cassidy.

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Kortney Hart, age 6, of Amery, competes in the Age 12 and under barrel race on her horse Mae, earning a ﬁfth-place ﬁnish.

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Music to his ears Amery’s Cole Andren performed at the Shell Lake Arts Center’s ﬁnal Wind Ensemble and Concert Band performance Friday, July 19. This concert was a culmination of a weeklong Wind Ensemble and Concert Band camp, where participants received instruction from professional musicians and educators on music history, music theory, master classes, chamber ensembles, large ensembles, and more!

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Finish this thought: Nobody knows that I . . . stop in the Community Center to find out what mine is and share yours with me! • Are you looking for a place to host your holiday party for work or family?? Did you know for the cost of $150 (as a member) or $200 (for non-member) you can rent the Amery Area Community Center for birthday parties, weddings, or anniversary celebrations, even end of life celebrations? This cost includes the rental of the main hall and use of commercial kitchen. We will also work with profit and nonprofit organizations to help with the perfect meeting place. Call 715268-6605 for available dates. • Do you volunteer around our community? Did you know that by telling us your volunteer hours it helps gain grant dollars by showing how active our members are? Please email Jen at aaccjen@ outlook.com or call 715-268-6605 with your hours each month, thank you! • Circuit Breaker Members, every month you pay your $10 you will get a punch on our new card and after you have paid for 5 months you get 1 month FREE! That means you will receive 2 FREE months per year! This is our way of saying your health is important to us! • Did you know we have all kinds of greeting cards for sale here? They are 25 cents a card and sympathy cards are one dollar. Stop in and check out our variety!

• 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 • Want to get a complete workout in just 30 minutes? Do you enjoy walking on a treadmill? Get all of that for just $10/month if you are a member of the Amery Area Community Center. Our hours are 7am-4:30pm M-Th & 7am-3pm on Fridays. There are no contracts to lock into and no hidden fees. Come down and check us out! • We always have people asking if there is anything we need here at the Center. We can always use things like stamps, cards, toilet paper, cleaning supplies & baking supplies. We also take rummage sale items all year long. • Tuesday July 30th Pool winners were Gary Snelling in first, Dean Elken placed second, Mary Fisher took third, Carl Johnson placed fourth and Les Peterson with the consolation prize. • Wednesday July 31st Bridge winners are Patty Talbot in first, and Sydney Lund placed second, Pat Carlson took third. • Thursday August 1st Pool winners were Dean Eken in first on his 89th birthday!, Gary Snelling took second, Mary Fisher placed third, Jerry Fisher took fourth and Al Frank with the consolation prize. Congratulations to all! Amanda Fisk, Director Jen Tyman, Assistant Director

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perform with the symphonic band on their 2015 Panama Tour, as a student. Early this summer, Wilson took another voyage with the group. This adventure sent the musicians to Latvia and Estonia, Baltic states in the northeastern region of Europe on the shores of the Baltic Sea. “To be given the opportunity to perform with them for a second time, this time as a community member, was truly a blessing. This tour was originally going to be in Colombia, but it was canceled due to unfortunate circumstances. So, to ensure there was still a tour, the symphonic band director, Dr. Pamela Bustos, conducted this tour, in lieu of the Colombia Tour,” Wilson said. She said, “About 35 symphonic and jazz band members went on the tour, with an additional 2-3 members being audience members for our concerts. My favorite parts of the trip were visiting the castle ruins and walking around the cities and towns we've visited, soaking up the history and culture of the two countries.” Musically, she is very well rounded. She played the bass guitar throughout middle and high school for jazz band, and she still plays it every once in a while. “In college, when I was a music major, I learned to play upright bass, clarinet, oboe, bassoon and saxophone. I also know how to play piccolo, too, but I don't play it nearly as well as I do with the flute,” she said. Wilson recently accepted a new job up in Superior and will be working around her new work schedule to assure

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Courtney Wilson explored different sites during her travels including these castle ruins in Viljandi, Estonia shown above, and the upside down house in Tartu, Estonia shown below.

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This official performance schedule lists the concerts the U.W. Superior band played for European listeners.

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Courtney Wilson takes a photo oppertunity in front of these sprouting wings in Lihula, Estonia during her visting to Europe with the U.W. Superior Band.

she can still participate with the band. She said, “The intention that I have is to rehearse and perform with the UWS symphonic band more often, when I move later in August.

The wonderful thing about the UW music department is that they always welcome community members to perform with the bands. In addition to the UWS band, I had the oppor-

tunity to perform with the UW Barron County Communiversity band as well. Music does not have to end after you graduate high school and college; music can be a part of your life forever.”

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Before the storm Andrews and Fritzinger were proud of the well manicured lawn and gardens.

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a ‘For Sale’ sign perched at the end of the driveway, and I impulsively pulled in,” said Andrews. As she exited her car, she saw the owner cleaning up branches from the previous night’s storm. “Hey- you’re late,” she remembers him saying as he joked about her being there to assist with cleanup. When she inquired about the “For Sale” sign, the friendly man invited her inside to meet his wife. When she entered the home, she set her eyes upon a roaring fireplace and felt it was truly a scene out of a storybook. Unfortunately the timing wasn’t right and Andrews wasn’t in the position to purchase the property. Back home in Minnesota, she just could not shake the thought of the majestic acres with the river running through it and a portion that held a quaint lake. The trees really stuck in her mind and kept her frequently driving past during trips to Wisconsin. “I saw the names change on the mailbox twice,” said Andrews about her years of cruising down 80th Street to catch a glimpse of it. When Andrews met Fritzinger, she had a co-pilot who fell in love with the property after driving by as well. “We were always out putzing around and I saw the way she lit up when our adventures led us past this place. So finally one day about 18 and a half years ago, we were driving through and I said we should buy it,” said Fritzinger. Andrews pointed out one small problem; it was not for sale. On that rainy day, the couple hand wrote a note expressing their desire to purchase the property. They placed the letter in a plastic bag and secured it to a gate in front of the house. They received a letter back from the owners who explained they loved the property and they were not willing to sell. Their intention was to retire there. Andrews was heart broken. A little over two years later, Andrews came home from work to see her answering machine light blinking. Andrews said, “The voice on the machine said ‘I don’t know if you remember us, but you

wanted to buy our house a few years ago and we are ready to sell.’ I called Boyd to tell him the news, but I was so excited I couldn’t hardly talk.” The couple purchased their beloved land and named it “In Luck Farm.” Andrews finally felt she was home and the rest you might say is history. The problem is that history has a way of repeating itself. It was a storm that had a previous owner outside cleaning tree debris when he took time to introduce Andrews to her dream property. It was a much worse storm July 19 that has left the couple in the middle of a nightmare. “The sky was green for a really long time. We saw the wind pick up and Boyd said, ‘There goes a tree, and another and a third.’ So we took cover in a cubby underneath our stairs. The wind was so loud. We stayed there until it quieted down and crawled out to see the wreckage,” said Andrews when she described the storm that hit them and others throughout Polk and Barron counties that evening. What they witnessed when they came out of coverage was truly devastating. The acres of trees that were planted by Tom Frampton in the early 1950s were lying toppled on top of each other surrounding the house and blocking the driveway. Frampton was a greenhouse owner in the Twin Cities in the early ‘50s when he decided to plant a tree farm outside of Luck. It turned out those Christmas trees were never harvested. They were the trees that stole Andrews’s heart and now sat uprooted and broken, leaving the area unrecognizable. Fritzinger crawled through the wreckage and made his way to his Bobcat. He was able to lift trees off his backhoe and set out to check on neighbors. As it grew dark and hours passed, Andrews sat in an upstairs window with a candle, filled with worry until she saw the light of Fritzinger’s backhoe making its way back. It took 11 hours before a car could get out of their driveway and it was four days before the road was cleared. Many hours were spent without power in a house that had trees on top of it and had been flood-

ed by the severe rain. Fritzinger spent the upcoming days helping out others as part of the Georgetown Township crew and as he said, “doing what friends and neighbors do.” Before the group could even take a breather, the area was hit by a storm again July 28. Andrews and Fritzinger are extremely grateful for the outpouring of help they have received from others. “It is amazing how great people can be,” said Andrews. Their neighbor Andy Mangleson has lived in the area since 1948. He is sad to see the trees planted by Frampton and Mike Yourchuck all those years ago wiped out. He remembers assisting Leroy Brown with building the fence that surrounded the tree farm and can’t believe the way the tornado has left the area. He

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The cubby where the couple took shelter.

has significant damage to his own property too but said, “Everybody is safe and together; we will get through the rest.”

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COOKING WORLD Tidbit: Love is a game two can play and both win. (Eva Gabor)

Soup is welcome any time. This combo will please most people.

Carolyn C l Lumsden L d Zucchini is a popular vegetable. 715-483-9738 This is just another way of using it.

It’s like an impossible pie recipe. ZUCCHINI SQUARES Beat in large bowl: 4 eggs Add and combine well: 1/2 c. grated Parmesan cheese 1/2 c. chopped onion 1/2 tsp. seasoned salt 1/2 tsp. dried oregano 1/2 tsp. garlic powder or chopped fresh garlic 1 T. chopped fresh parsley 1/2 c. veg. oil (or melted butter) 1/2 c. flour 1 c. biscuit mix (like Bisquick or your own) 3 c. grated zucchini Pour mixture into a sprayed/greased 8” square baking pan. Bake at 375˚ for 30-35 minutes or until set in the center. Let cool 5 minutes, cut and serve. Serves up to 9. This side-dish can be served hot or cold. You can vary it with vegetables of your choice. VEGETABLE COUSCOUS In large pot, over medium heat, put in: 1 T. olive oil Add and cook about 5 minutes or until golden: 1/2 c. chopped onion Stir in: 1-3/4 c. chicken broth 1 pkg. (15 oz.) frozen mixed vegetables, thawed 1 c. chopped tomato 1 tsp. garlic powder 1/4 tsp. salt 1 T. chopped fresh dill weed Bring to a boil and boil 2 minutes, stirring constantly. Add and stir in: 1 pkg. (10 oz.) couscous Cover and remove from heat. Let stand 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork and serve. Hint: if you wish, you can add some cooked chicken (cut into bite-size pieces) or shrimp. Serves about 8. Hint: Use other vegetables if you wish.

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This recipe is easy and tasty. It begins with a box of vanilla cake mix. BLUEBERRY UPSIDE DOWN CAKE Set oven at 350˚. Prepare according to directions on box and set aside: 1 box (2 layer size) vanilla cake mix Put into a 9x13” baking pan, put into oven and let melt: 1/2 c. butter, cut up Swish around to cover the bottom of the pan. Sprinkle on top: 1-3/4 c. brown sugar Use fork to mix all together in pan. Put over the brown sugar: 3 c. blueberries, fresh or frozen (1-1/2 pint) Pour the batter over the top of all. Bake at 350˚ for 45-60 minutes or done (toothpick test) Put on wire rack and let cool 10 minutes then invert onto a flat platter/tray, cutting board, etc. Let cool or serve warm. Add a dollop of whipped cream or scoop of ice cream when serving, if desired.

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Combine in large bowl: 1-1/2 c. original Bisquick 1 c. Fiber One cereal, crushed 1/2 tsp. soda 1/2 c. salted sunflower seeds Combine and stir in: 2/3 c. orange juice 1/3 c. honey 2 T. veg. oil 1 egg Mix until just moistened. Spoon batter into 12 muffin cups (sprayed or use muffin cup liners). Sprinkle some sunflower seeds on top of each muffin (takes about 2 T. more sunflower seeds). Bake at 400˚ for about 20 minutes or until golden brown. Remove immediately from pan to wire rack. Combine in smaller bowl for spread for the muffins: 3 oz. cream cheese, softened 2 T. orange marmalade Serve the muffins with the spread. Tips: Keep vegetable juices you’ve cooked and store in a container in the freezer. Use later for soups, casseroles, etc. Use an apple cutter/slicer to make potato wedges. Peel potatoes, cut off one end so it is flat and then a piece off the other end, put the apple slicer on top of potato and cut the wedges. If you’re serving ice cream and want to leave the container out for a while, use bubble wrap and wrap around the container. It insulates the container to keep it cold. Bubble wrap can be used for any frozen foods when bringing them home from the store or transporting cold foods when temps are warm.

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Adriana Regenette Marie Perry

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RISE AND SHINE MUFFINS

Combine in saucepan and cook until tender, about 15 minutes: 4 c. potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2” cubes 1 c. celery, diced 2 c. water 1/2 c. chopped onion 3 chicken bouillon cubes Salt and pepper to taste Most of the water will be absorbed and then add: 2-1/2 c. milk 5 T. butter Heat and serve. Garnish with chopped parsley if you wish. Serves 4-6.

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Adriana Regenette Marie Perry, baby girl, 6 lbs 6 oz, was born July 19 to Brook Willis and Steve Perry of Prairie Farm.

Heather Rose Rightman, baby girl, 6 lbs 14 oz, was born July 19 to Breanna Nutter and Austin Rightman of Webster.

This is a Betty Crocker Recipe. These muffins may become a favorite for serving.

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AMERY AREA PUBLIC LIBRARY Summer Reading Is Almost Over!

Thursday, August 8th @ 5:30 PM, Women Who Stargaze:

The last day to turn in reading logs for prizes and raffle tickets is Saturday, August 10th.

Be inspired by the women who persisted as astronomers and how they shaped our view of the Cosmos.

Thank you to this year’s Youth & Teen Reading Program Sponsors!

Third Thursday: Essential Oils for Household Cleaners:

Friends of the Amery Area Public Library, Dynatronix/Process Technology, Trollhaugen Outdoor Recreation Area, Subway, HealthPartners PowerUp, Outside-In Gift Shop, Amery Woman’s Club, McDonald’s, Ellie’s Ice Cream, School District of Amery.

Thursday, August 15th, 5:30 p.m.-7 p.m. at the Amery Area Public Library. This month we’re making some common household cleaners using the power of essential oils! The class is FREE but registration is required.

Ukulele Circle:

Thursday, September 5th from 4:00-7:00 p.m. “Friends of the Library” may shop early (from 3-4). The Book Sale will also be held Saturday, September 7th from 9:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.

Friends The Friends of the Amery Area Public Library Foundation meets on the third Monday of the month at 4:30 p.m. Meetings are open to all members and to the public.

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These ongoing early literacy initiatives encourage families to establish a strong foundation of reading in young children. Visit the library to sign up for the program that is right for your child.

Saturday August 10th at 9 a.m. AND Saturday August 17th at 9 a.m. Join the Amery Ukulele Club in a fun sing and play-along! All are welcome, from total beginner to seasoned pro! Sheet music provided and a few ukuleles will be available to borrow. FREE, no registration required.

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Sign up at the Circulation Desk or on our website, and enter to win prizes all summer long. All entries are eligible for a Grand Prize. The Amery Area Public Library is also hosting stellar programs related to this year’s theme: A Universe of Stories! All are FREE EVENTS with NO REGISTRATION required.

The Friends of the Library Book Discussion Group meets on the third Monday of the month at 1:30 p.m. The title for August is The Underground Railroad by Colson Whitehead.

Check out the library website at amerylibrary.org, or find us on Facebook at facebook.com/amerylibrary.

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went home. We were oh so happy to send him home with his very own, live in play partner. A new, young volunteer dog walker told her Mom about this great dog at the shelter and Mom agreed. It was a match meant to be. Aspen, Jack Russell Terrier-Sheltie Mix and Melody, Pomeranian-American Eskimo-Unknown Mix are both still waiting. They are medium sized dogs, ready to run and play. Aspen is one year old; Melody is six. Both are happy girls still learning the ropes. They will make fantastic walking partners, upbeat spirit lifting family pets. Stop by the shelter to meet them. A written description doesn’t do them justice. Newly adoptable dogs are: Garth, an older, fetching fool Black Lab, Toby, a German Shorthair Pointer-Black and Tan Coonhound Mix, Stella, a six year old Silky Terrier and Chip, a Chocolate and White Chihuahua. These dogs are at the shelter to meet you and available for adoption after their Certified Vet Checks on Thursday. Even with an incredible week of feline adoptions, great cats remain looking for their new homes. Pickles is soft spoken and sweet. She is a ticked Brown Tabby with tiny mittens, two years old. Yeti is Orange Tabby and White with multiple-extra toes. She is well planted; she loves attention and gets along with everyone she meets

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ARNELL MEMORIAL HUMANE SOCIETY Wesley and Sawyer are four month old Orange Tabby and White brothers. They are nearly identical. Wesley has Orange Tabby markings over his back and head while Sawyer has softer, Buff Orange Tabby markings. But identical brothers they are in their love of action movies; Fast and Furious, Die Hard and Guardians of the Galaxy. They spend their days acting out scenes from their favorite movies, jumping, pouncing, chasing and hunting for catnip treasure. Brothers Wesley and Sawyer have been play-acting at the shelter for two months. They are more than ready to take the show to their new home. They will keep you entertained all day and help you choose the evening’s movie from the couch. Wesley and Sawyer would love to go home together, but a one man show is completely within their range. Last week three adult cats, five kittens and one dog, found new homes from the Arnell shelter. Cats Willy and Jameson had both suffered injuries before coming to Arnell. Willy was recovering from a cat attack and Jameson was unable to put weight on a front leg. Tender care put them back in the game. Willy found a young man who fell in love with him immediately and Jameson was just what an older gentleman was looking for. Our happy playing fool pup Woody (featured last week) also

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Dusty Surprises The surprises just kept coming. When I moved in with Peter a few years back, I brought my clothes, a few books, and some artwork. I rented out my house, gave away my furniture, and everything else was consigned to “things I’ll deal with later,” a pile which—mysteriously—did not shrink with time. These stacked plastic boxes were still in my barn, still waiting for me, long after I’d forgotten what was in them or cared. But I am going to put the properThe ty up for sale and it was time for a Postscript reckoning with the barn. It took two dumpsters, four days, and two hardCarrie Classon working guys from the appropriately named, “Git-er-Gone Junk & Clutter Removal,” to see it to the end. And, yes, I did think, “Why not just dump it all, sight unseen?” But then, what to do with all the surprises found in the boxes of photos and letters and trinkets? Obviously, most of them would be thrown away, recycled, or given to the thrift store. But what about that piece of blown glass from Norway, the postcard from grandpa when he served overseas, the bright red wool jacket

handsewn by my aunt that was still stylish. Anyone who’s done this knows—it’s not that easy. So, I piled a few boxes in my car (“kicking the can down the road” Peter called it, “saving my sanity,” is how I described it) to sort through after everything else was out of the barn. Yesterday I sorted through a box entirely filled with letters. I discovered that I had saved every postcard and letter I had received since childhood. No, I did not read every one. It turns out that descriptions of what happened in school or how someone spent their vacation makes for extraordinarily dull reading forty years later. But I sampled a few letters in each of the neatly stacked piles that filled the huge storage box before I put them in recycling. “Oh my gosh,” I kept saying, “I had forgotten about that entirely.” I forgot my younger sister wrote to me with such regularity when I went away to college. I forgot friends I’d spent a summer with and never saw again. I forgot the letters sent by a friend after our little high school group went off to college and he was left alone, still living at home. I’m living in the Twilight Zone, he wrote, and don’t even have Rod Serling to comfort me. To the obvious response, “Meet new people,” I can only remind you of

the great difficulty I have in doing just that.” But, I have a solution, the letter went on, I’m going to marry a princess of some European country that they forgot to tell us about in 11th grade. Maybe it didn’t fight in either of the world wars, or is really small. Anyway, I going to find this country, marry this princess and show all you women a thing or two. So there! My heart hurt, reading this forty-year-old letter. I wondered if I wrote back. I hoped he was doing well. Then I realized, (unlike forty years ago) this was relatively easy to determine. I logged onto Facebook. And there he was, looking remarkably the same— but with a smiling dark-haired wife and two grown daughters and what appeared to be a very happy life. As the last pile of letters went into the bin, I stood still for a moment and smiled—with dusty hands and a full heart. “You didn’t need Rod Serling after all,” I thought. Till next time, Carrie Carrie Classon’s memoir, “Blue Yarn,” was released earlier this year. Learn more at CarrieClasson.com or www.Facebook.com/CarrieClassonauthor.

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

715-822-8422 and leave message. Cancer, Grief & Depression Support Group. A support group to allow people to talk about their experiences with cancer, grief and depression as well as share mutual support to one another. Second Tuesday of every month at Amery Area Community Center at 1 p.m. You can join at any time and it is free and open to the public. Cancer Support Group meets the second Tuesday of the month at the Amery Public Library at 6 p.m. Caregiver Support Group meets the third Tuesday of every month from 2-3:30 p.m. at the Peace Lutheran Church in Dresser. Contact Barb at ADRC of NW WI at 877-485-2372 for more information. Compassionate Friends, Tri- County Chapter meets the first Monday of each month at 7 p.m. First Lutheran church, Clear Lake. This group offers support and understanding to families who are grieving the death of a child of any age, from any cause. For more information call 715-263-2739 Domestic Violence (DV) and Sexual Assault (SA) Support Groups and Services. Polk County - S.T.A.R.S. (Surviving Trauma Advocacy Resource Group) Monday 4-5 p.m. in Amery, Tuesday 6-7 p.m. in Osceola, Wednesday 2-3 p.m. in Milltown and Thursday 6-7 p.m. in Milltown. Domestic Violence Education Class every other Wednesday from 10-noon in Milltown. Burnett County - Monday 4-5 p.m. 715-349-7272. Barron County - Thursday 5:30-6:30 p.m. 715-651-4969. For more information call CRA 715-825-4414 or the 24 hour crisis line 1-800-261-7233. All groups are held every week unless noted. Child care is available with some groups. Ask your facilitator prior to the group meeting. Early Stage Alzheimer Support Group. For the diagnosed person and their caregiver. Challenges in early-stage dementia will be discussed, along with therapeutic benefits of family involvement. Sponsored in part by the American Alzheimer’s Association. Meetings are free of charge and open to the public, held at the Amery Centennial Hall the first Wednesday of each month at 10 a.m. Call 715-268-6605 to register. Epilepsy Foundation of Western Wisconsin. Call 1-800-924-2105. Family Child Care Professionals Network. Meets the third Thursday of each month. Contact Beth Neely at 715-483-1482 for more information. All family child care providers are welcome. Families and Parenting. Milltown Parenting Group meets Wednesdays from 1-2 p.m., Milltown Family Group has dinner from 5-5:30 p.m. and F.U.N. from 5-6 p.m. on Thursdays. For more information call CRA 715-825-4414. All groups are held every week unless noted. Child care is available with some groups. Ask your facilitator prior to the group meeting.

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

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

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Junior Golfer moves to next round Calvin Kurtzhals, age 9, will be a 4th grader at Amery this fall, has a junior membership at the Amery Golf Course. His dad Matt is an avid golfer that learned about the event and introduced it to Calvin. Calvin competed in a local qualifier against 31 other boys in the 10-11 age group for the Drive, Chip and Putt com-

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Stower Seven Lakes State Trail 5K / Half Marathon 5K Results 1. Joe Kelzer, 21:58.3, 49, New Richmond, WI; 2. Adeline Golti, 22:49.8, 14, Somerset, WI; 3. Keri Goelti, 22:50.6, 43, Somerset, WI; 4. Chris O’Donnell, 25:59.8, 42, Hudson, WI; 5. Matt Sonnetag, 26:55.5, 56, Amery, WI; 6. Emma Bemult, 26:59.8, 20, Wisconsin; 7. Stephanie Hoff, 27:39.1, 39, Somerset, WI; 8. Grant

Hoff, 28:54.6, 15, Somerset, WI; 9. Troy Bendt, 29:22.3, 50, Baldwin, WI; 10. Nubia Schia, 31:23.2, 29, New Richmond, WI; 11. Jamie Brumeier, 31:28.6, 61, New Richmond, WI; 12. Kris Bibeau, 36:08.3, 50, Osceola, WI; 13. Terri Swinney, 36:37.6, 58, Hudson, WI; 14. Lisa Dix, 38:35.9, 36, Star Prairie, WI; 15. Katie Floyd, 38:59.9, 53, Saint Paul, MN; 16. Unknown, 28:49.3.

Half Marathon Results 1. Jacob Brown, 28:27.1, 31, Duluth, MN, MN; 2. Joy Keller, 31:31.5, 46, Deer Park, WI; 3. Chris Kamrath, 37:05.4, 36, River Falls, WI; 4. Jacob Orlofsky, 42:56.7, 31, Chicago, IL; 5. Reggie Grams, 51:54.4, 35, North Branch, MN; 6. Maria Long, 52:33.2, 32, Amery, WI; 7. Darren Van Blaricom, 53:37.3, 54, Amery,

WI; 8. Jessica Eisenman, 54:07.2, 34, Amery, WI; 9. James Sanders, 54:42.4, 35, Amery, WI; 10. Michael Tarras, 55:40.6, 38, Plymouth, MN; 11. Christine Anderson, 56:32.7, 52, Cumberland, WI; 12. Georgine Lowe, 58:46.3, 48, Woodbury, MN; 13. Erin Paulson, 58:53.1, 42, Winona, MN; 14. Eric Danielson, 02:28.7, 41, Amery, WI; 14. Luke Wittkop, 02:28.7, 35, Deer Park, WI; 16. Skylar Turek, 03:52.1, 26, Eau Claire, WI; 17. Andrea Larson, 03:56.5, 47, Woodbury, MN; 18. Katie Johnson, 05:27.8, 46, Lakeville, MN; 19. Amy Brushaber, 07:20.7, 31, Woodville, WI; 20. Ellie Kania, 07:34.4, 23, Minneapolis, MN; 21. Lindsey Beisner, 07:34.6, 23, Detroit Lakes, MN; 22. Bonnie Stubbendick, 08:20.9, 61, La Crosse, WI; 23. Kristy Martinson, 09:55.6, 27, Osceola, WI; 24. Elizabeth Brown, 11:38.9, 45, Saint Paul, MN; 25. Megan Welu, 11:39.4, 33, Saint Paul, MN; 26. Ryan Nelson, 13:08.1, 36, Minneapolis, MN; 27. Tim Floyd, 18:09.5, 53, Saint Paul, MN; 28. Lizzie Berndt, 20:34.4, 17, Baldwin, WI; 29. Dyan Anunson, 38:49.5, 52, Hudson, WI; 30. Jordan Theurer, 43:27.7, 35, Minneapolis, MN; 31. Myah Hawley, 46:25.5, 25, Cambria, WI; 32. Aubree Derksen, 55:49.4, 31, Wyoming, MN; 33. Jennifer Pederson, 56:20.3, 43, Fall Creek, WI; 34. Darla Beckmann, 04:53.2, 56, Grantsburg, WI.

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5k top 3 Male and Female ﬁnishers: Matt Sonnetag, Chris O’Donnell, Joe Kelzer, Emma Bemult, Keri Goelti, Adeline Golti.

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PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that Polk County will sell the following Real Properties by Public Auction to be held online at www.wisconsinsurplus.com, Auction #19671. The Public Auction will begin on Tuesday, August 20, 2019 at 10:01am CDT and ends on Tuesday, September 10, 2019, starting at 10:00 am CDT. All bids must be submitted through the auction site. No other bids will be accepted.

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It’s FALL High School Sports time! As a kick-off to Fall High School Sports the Amery Free Press will publish a special Sports Section on Tuesday, Aug. 27, featuring Amery, Clayton and Clear Lake athletic teams. Area businesses wishing to salute the area athletes should please give Pam a call at 715-268-8101 or email phumpal@theameryfreepress.com Advertising deadline is Wednesday, Aug. 21

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www.wisconsinsurplus.com is a public on-line bidding auction. The properties will be sold “As Is” to the highest bidder. Polk County makes no representation or guarantee with respect to the use or condition of the properties.

The public sale will be conducted by those terms of sale articulated on the online auction service. In the event the highest bidder fails to close the transaction within the days specified in the terms of sale, the County, pursuant to Section 75.69(1), may accept as the final bid the bid that is most advantageous to the County. Dated August 7, 2019. Polk County Buildings For Questions email polk.recreation@co.polk.wi.us or call 715-485-9294

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What? August? What’s going on here? The days and weeks are going by way too fast, and I just can’t keep up! Being in the month of August means that school starts, Summer vacations are winding down, Fall sports are starting up, and the weather will be changing to the next season already…enough already! Have a great August! I did mention Fall sports…yes the Fall high school sports has already begun practice, or will be during Pounding the next couple of weeks. The Amery Free Press will be publishthe ing our annual Fall Sports section Pavement on August 27 featuring high school athletes from Amery, Clayton and Pam Humpal Clear Lake. We will be snapping team pictures and gathering information from the coaches for the special section. Area businesses who would like to wish these young men and women good luck with their season should please give me a call at 715-268-8101. The deadline for the Fall Sports section is Wednesday, August 21. Willow Ridge Healthcare extends an invite to the public for their Annual Pig Roast this Wednesday, August 7, from 4-7pm. The menu includes roast pork, potato salad, beans, coleslaw, and cookies with a freewill donation. Music will be provided by Cattail Moon Band and Dick Armbruster. Willow Ridge Healthcare is located on the west side of Amery on Cty Rd F. Time is running out to get your fishin’ done in Amery, so you better get going. Simply pick up an Amery Fish Finder entry form at various businesses in town(the Amery Free Press is one), go visit the participating businesses to get the name of their fish, fill out your entry form, and drop off the filled form at the Amery Free Press, Bremer Bank, Chet Johnson Drug, WESTconsin Credit Union, or Worn Again. A random drawing will be held with the entries with the most correct names. The prizes are Amery Scrip Money- 1st $100, 2nd $50, 3rd & 4th $25. The Amery Fish Finder Contest ends on Monday, August 12. Winners will be announced at the Music On The River on Friday, August 16. The contest is sponsored by the Amery Community Club. Good Luck and have fun fishin’ in Amery! Music On The River last scheduled concert for the season is scheduled for Friday, August 16. Nici Peper will start off the night performing from 5-7pm, with GB Leighton on the Danielson Stage at 7pm. There will be delicious food and drinks, car show, and a great time with family and friends. Music On The Riv-

er is hosted by the Amery Community Club. And just announced, the Music On The River concert that was rained/stormed out in July has been rescheduled for Saturday, October 5. Lamont Cranston will entertain on the Danielson Stage from 3-6pm. That’s awesome the concert could reschedule. Happy Birthday this week to my brother-in-law, Paul, on August 7. Enjoy your day! Happy Anniversary to my niece and nephew-in-law, Carrie and Tim, on August 9. Have fun! And speaking of birthdays, the great Class of 1977 held a 60th birthday party bash on Saturday night for all classmates that have already turned or will be turning this milestone. We had birthday cake, and sang “Happy Birthday to Us”! It was a great time! Last week Amery and Clear Lake Fire Departments were presented tubes and training to assist with the rescue of someone trapped in a grain bin. Like the trainer said, the tubes are something you hope you never have to use but in case you do, it’s great to have them available. When the training was in progress, it’s amazing to watch how fast the victim can get sucked into the corn and then unable to move at all. Thank you to everyone who had a part in the process for the fire departments to receive these tubes. As you can see by the attached photo, I had a front row seat up in the aerial truck as they were training the fire departments on the proper use of the equipment. My

Amery Youth FLAG Football for youth from Amery and surrounding communities entering grades 2-4 Athletes will learn the basics of football including throwing, catching, and blocking while playing flag football. Equipment provided. First practice Sept. 3, time TBC. Flag football will not do equipment handout or fitness testing in August as previously noted. Scrimmages Saturdays and halftime of one Friday night Amery home game in Sept or Oct. TBD. Cost $50 includes a t-shirt and equipment. Register early through Community Ed. Questions contact T Rose (715) 410-0834 or email roset@amerysd. k12.wi.us

Amery Youth Football ROOKIE TACKLE for youth from Amery and surrounding communities entering grades 5-6. Athletes will learn the basics of football including throwing, catching, blocking, and tackling while playing rookie tackle. Rookie tackle is a variation of tackle football with a smaller field, 7 on 7, and no three-point stances. First Contact August 20. Practices twice per week beginning in midAugust. Scrimmages Saturdays and halftime of one Friday night Amery home game in Sept. or Oct TBD. Cost: $125 includes a t-shirt & equipment. Register early through Community Ed. Questions contact T Rose (715) 410-0834 or email roset@amerysd.k12.wi.us TRIP – ‘MAMA MIA!’ at the Chanhassen Dinner Theatre: One mom. One daughter. Three possible dads and a trip down the aisle you’ll never forget! It’s sequins, spandex and feather boas on a Greek Island paradise! Get ready to have the time of your life with Mamma Mia! A large cast, non-stop laughs and explosive dance numbers make Mamma

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COMMUNITY EDUCATION The new fall Community Ed catalog will be in the mail in a few weeks. Watch for it and check online for updates. Registration is open for the following. Pre-register and learn more through Amery Community Ed online at www.amerysd.k12.wi.us or by calling 715-268-9771 x220.

nephew, Brian, who is part of the farm safety team, snapped the picture of me while I was taking pictures of the grain bin rescue. Have a great week…let the kindness shine through!

Mia! a guaranteed smash hit that’ll have you dancing in the aisles! Includes full meal. Wednesday, October 2 departing at 8:30 am. Meal at 11 am and show at 1 pm. Fee $95 includes meal, show, and motor coach. Your table location will be based on when your payment is received. Don’t delay for the best seats! TRIP – ‘MEAN GIRLS’ at the Orpheum Theatre in Minneapolis: MEAN GIRLS is a ferociously funny new musical from an awardwinning creative team, including book writer Tina Fey. Cady Heron may have grown up on an African savanna, but nothing prepared her for the wild and vicious ways of her strange new home: suburban Illinois. MEAN GIRLS gets to the hilarious heart of what it means to be a true friend, a worthy nemesis, and above all, a human being. Sun. Oct 13. Departure 4:30; show 6:30. Main floor seating in rows L, M, N, O, P. Fee $95 includes all fees, main floor seating, and motor coach. Drop-off and pick-up at the front doors to the theatre!! No need to search for and pay for parking.

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CONGRATULATIONS! Congratulations Allegra Larson for winning Overall Grand Champion Steer, Overall Reserve Grand Champion Steer and Overall Supreme Female at the 2019 Polk County Fair! Your hard work and perseverance paid off, and we couldn’t be more proud of you! Love, The Gang

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M.O.T.R. returns with Leighton and Peper BY APRIL ZIEMER EDITOR@THEAMERYFREEPRESS.COM

After storms intruded onto last month’s Music on the River concert date, fingers are crossed that Aug. 16 will let the sun shine, the music play and the good times roll. The Danielson Stage will feature GB Leighton, a band playing more than 200 shows a year, who has been named one of Billboard.com's “Top 10 Artists to Watch.” GB Leighton, is a band named after one of the regions’ most incendiary live performers and consistently solid songwriters, Brian Leighton. Through more than two decades, Leighton and his five piece band have been tearing up rock clubs, festivals and even a few fan’s living rooms with a slew of songs that connect with the heart and couples singing along out on the dance floor. “A man of the people” is a phrase usually reserved for statesmen and politicians, but for Leighton, it’s a fitting description when you see him in action working a crowd. GB Leighton has 10 studio releases, 4 live albums and has sold over 70,000 albums. The band is currently recording a

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new studio album. According to Leighton’s website, “Jubilant fans follow him from Minnesota to Mexico. He has more than 70,000 albums sold, a new release “2nd Chance” and a state-of-the-art nightclub named after one of his songs -- all without the support of a major record label.” The Grateful Web music site said, “Brian and his band seem to generate a good time wherever they play, whipping up audiences in warm friendly places where people dance till they drop and sing along with

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Leighton standards. The band creates a Cheers type of atmosphere, where everyone knows your name–or soon will–while couched in musical refrains.” Opening for GB Leighton is local favorite Nici Peper. Peper is an Americana singer-songwriter based loosely based in the Minnesota/Wisconsin region. According to her website, “Growing up around gospel music and a family of storytellers, her lyrics reflect the soul and honesty of their influences. Her music exposes a gentle heart- one that writes of love,

heartbreak anddreams.” She has recorded in Nashville, toured Alaska, the Ozarks and the Midwest, has been on Twin Cities Live, Fox 9, Box of Chocolates, and done numerous radio interviews, including "Voices in the Valley" and "Northern Spirit Radio." Peper has played every type of show from private parties, dive bars andtheaters, to the main stage of the Girdwood Forest Fair in Girdwood, Alaska, to Two Wheels on the Pig Trail at a biker/blues/BBQ festival in Eureka Springs, AR, to The

Warming House, the listening room of Minneapolis, MN to Deronda Lutheran Church on Easter morning. In 2016, Peper took home the title of Minneapolis’ "Most Authentic Artist" in the contest sponsored by Wholly Guacamole and was one of 6 finalists nationwide. As always, the tunes are just part of what M.O.T.R. has to offer. Classic cars, friends, food and drink are sure to make it a summer night to remember.

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D Flight: Low Gross – Laura Briesmeister 59 Low Net – Jan Nilssen 24 Low Putts – Mary Younger 16 Game – Melissa Buhr

A Flight: Low Gross – Barb Roy 44 Low Net – Cheryl Harshman 30 Low Putts – Diane Schradle 14 Game – Jessica Smith

Chip Ins: Marva Perry Birdie: Cheryl Harshman

B Flight: Low Gross – Cindy Johnson 53 Low Net – Denise Severson 27 Low Putts – Tie: Julie Manser, Diane Lauritsen 16 Game – Denise Severson C Flight: Low Gross – Cheryl Bussewitz 53 Low Net – Liane Petersen 30

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Hookers 35.5 (9) Goof Balls 34 (12) defeat Golf Bags 37.33 (12) Rowdy Rebels 37.16 (21) defeat Backwoods Hackers 41.4 (12) Party of Fore 30.25 (24) defeat 7 Brothers Grip It & Sip It 32.4 (24) Wild Whackers 33.33 (12) defeat Sharks 34.75 (15) Slice Girls (12) earn 0 points Standings: 1st – 7 Brothers Grip it & Sip it, Party of Fore 3rd – Rowdy Rebels 4th – Chipper Chicks 5th – Sharks 6th – Backwoods Hackers, Golf Bags, Slice Girls, Goof Balls, Wild Whackers 11th – Happy Hookers

Amery 9 Hole Women’s Golf League July 31, 2019 Division A: Low Gross – Susan Olson 47 Low Net – Sue Wears 34 Low Putts – Susan Olson 15 Game of the Day Winner – Sue Wears Division B: Low Gross – Heather Thompson Low Net – Mandy Brotzel 33 Low Putts – Mandy Brotzel 14 Game of the Day Winner – Sally Christenson

Division C: Low Gross – Sherri Berg 54 Low Net – Brooke Wilcox 33 Low Putts – Mary Deziel 16 Game of the Day Winner – Brooke Wilcox

Amery 18 Hole Women’s Golf League July 31, 2019 A Flight: Low Gross – Sheryl Forshier 81 Low Net – Jody Waterman 66 Low Putts – Tie: Gloria Lansin, Kathy McIntosh, Sheryl Forshier 31 Game of the Day – Jody Waterman B Flight: Low Gross – Tie: Janet Burke, Susan Olson 101 Low Net – Tie: Karen Smith, MJ Smith 73 Low Putts – MJ Smith Game of the Day – Tie: Heidi Maupin, Shirley Schmidt, Ione Gjerde C Flight: Low Gross – Vonnie Niccum 114 Low Net – Judy Park 76 Low Putts – Vonnie Niccum 33 Game of the Day – Judy Park Chip Ins: None Birdies: Katie Rinehart #1, Sheryl Forshier #15

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING AMENDMENT OF TAX INCREMENTAL FINANCE DISTRICT #8 – CITY OF AMERY Public notice is hereby given that the Plan Commission of the City of Amery will hold a public hearing on Wednesday, August 14, 2019 beginning at 9:00 a.m. in the Amery City Hall, 118 Center Street, Amery, Wisconsin. The purpose of the public hearing is to consider a resolution to amend Tax Incremental Finance (TIF) District No. 8 for the City of Amery to add territory and projects. The City of Amery anticipates the implementation of proposed public

improvements to promote economic development and redevelopment in the area. The proposed costs include projects within the proposed amended boundary and within a ½ mile radius of the boundary of the District. As part of the Project Plan, cash grants may be made by the City to owners, lessees, or developers of property within TID No. 8 Project Plan to facilitate economic development within the TIF District. Maps showing the proposed amended boundaries of TID No. 8 and the amended Project Plan will be available upon request prior to the public hearing from the City Clerk, 118 Center Street, Amery,

ZONING PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE Notice is hereby given that the Village of Clayton will hold a zoning public hearing on: Tuesday, August 13th, 2019 at 6:00 PM Village of Clayton Municipal Building 133 Clayton Ave. East, Clayton, WI 54004 The purpose of the hearing is to consider proposed amendments to the zoning ordinance of the Village of Clayton as it affects the zoning regulations of said ordinance and the boundaries of a zoning district in the Village under Section 62.23 (7) of the Wisconsin Statutes. Berghammer Rezone Petition Tax Parcel #’s 112-00300-0005 & 112-00300-0002 Property Owner/Applicant: Joe Berghammer The applicant of the above properties requests permission to rezone properties from B-2 Highway Business/Commercial District to B-1 Business/ Commercial District. The above item is available for public review at the Village of Clayton – Village Office, 111 Clayton Ave. West, Clayton, WI 54004. The Plan Commission will review this request following the closing of the public hearing. David Fall – Clerk / Treasurer – 715-948-2460 Published July 30, 2019 & August 06, 2019

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING CREATION OF TAX INCREMENTAL FINANCE DISTRICT #9 – CITY OF AMERY Public notice is hereby given that the Plan Commission of the City of Amery will hold a public hearing on Wednesday, August 14, 2019 beginning at 9:00 a.m. in the Amery City Hall, 118 Center Street, Amery, Wisconsin. The purpose of the public hearing is to consider a resolution to create Tax Incremental Finance (TIF) District No. 9 for the City of Amery. TID No. 9 is being proposed as a “Rehabilitation and Conservation” TIF District and generally includes downtown Amery. The City of Amery anticipates the implementation of proposed public improvements to promote economic development and redevelopment in the area. The proposed costs include projects within the proposed boundary and within a ½ mile radius of the proposed boundary of the District. As part of the Project Plan, cash

grants may be made by the City to owners, lessees, or developers of property within TID No. 9 Project Plan to facilitate economic development within the TIF District. Maps showing the boundaries of TID No. 9 and the associated Project Plan will be available upon request prior to the public hearing from the City Clerk, 118 Center Street, Amery, Wisconsin, at (715) 268-7486. At the public hearing, interested parties will be given a reasonable opportunity to express their views on the proposed creation of TID No. 9. Patty Bjorklund City Clerk-Treasurer

State of Wisconsin, Judge Daniel J. Tolan, 1005 W. Main Street, Branch 1, Balsam Lake, WI 54810 on August 30, 2019, at 10 a.m. If you require reasonable accommodations due to a disability to participate in the court process, please call 715-485-9299 prior to the scheduled court date. Please note that the court does not provide transportation. IT IS FURTHER ORDERED: Notice of this hearing shall be given by publication as a Class 3 notice for three (3) weeks in a row prior to the date of the hearing in the Amery Free Press, a newspaper published in Polk County, State of Wisconsin.

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BY THE COURT: Daniel J. Tolan Circuit Court Judge July 2, 2019

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STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY Notice and Order for Name Change Hearing Case No. 19CV199 IN THE MATTER OF THE NAME CHANGE OF: Isabella Maria Rojas Bowen By (petitioner) Jessica Marie Stoeklen NOTICE IS GIVEN: A petition was filed asking to change the name of the person listed above: From: Isabella Maria Rojas Bowen To: Isabella Maria Riojas Moody Birth Certificate: Isabella Maria Rojas Bowen IT IS ORDERED: This petition will be heard in the Circuit Court of Polk County,

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WNAXLP STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY Notice and Order for Name Change Hearing Case No. 19CV193 IN THE MATTER OF THE NAME CHANGE OF: Gabriella Selena Rojas Bowen By (petitioner) Jessica Marie Stoeklen NOTICE IS GIVEN: A petition was filed asking to change the name of the person listed above: From: Gabriella Selena Rojas Bowen To: Gabriella Selena Riojas Moody Birth Certificate: Gabriella Selena Rojas Bowen

IT IS ORDERED: This petition will be heard in the Circuit Court of Polk County, State of Wisconsin, Judge Daniel J. Tolan, 1005 W. Main Street, Branch 1, Balsam Lake, WI 54810 on August 30, 2019, at 10 a.m. If you require reasonable accommodations due to a disability to participate in the court process, please call 715-485-9299 prior to the scheduled court date. Please note that the court does not provide transportation. IT IS FURTHER ORDERED: Notice of this hearing shall be given by publication as a Class 3 notice for three (3) weeks in a row prior to the date of the hearing in the Amery Free Press, a newspaper published in Polk County, State of Wisconsin. BY THE COURT: Daniel J. Tolan Circuit Court Judge July 1, 2019 (July 30, August 6, 13)

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NOTICE OF JOINT REVIEW BOARD MEETING REGARDING THE PROPOSED PROJECT PLAN AND BOUNDARY FOR TAX INCREMENTAL DISTRICT (TID) NO. 9 AND AMENDMENT OF TAX INCREMENTAL DISTRICT (TID) NO. 8 IN THE CITY OF AMERY, WISCONSIN NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that the City of Amery will hold a Joint Review Board (JRB) meeting on Wednesday, August 14, 2019 beginning at 8:30 a.m. in the Amery City Hall, 118 Center Street, Amery, Wisconsin. The purpose of this meeting is to organize a JRB for purposes of considering the proposed Project Plan for TID No. 9 and amendment to TID #8. The meeting is open to the public. AGENDA 1. Call to Order. 2. Selection of Chairperson for the Standing Joint Review Board for the City of Amery Tax Increment District #9 and Amendment to Tax Increment District #8. 3. Selection of Memberat-Large appointee position on the Standing Joint Review Board for the City of Amery Tax Increment District #9 and Amendment to Tax Increment District #8. 4. Review of draft Project Plans and Boundaries of TID #9 and TIF #8. 5. Review Annual Reports for TIF Districts #5, #6, #7, and #8. 6. Discuss next meeting date. 7. Adjourn. Dated this 7th day of August, 2019 Patty Bjorklund City Clerk Publication Dates: August 7, 2019 (August 6)

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To each person named above as a defendant: You are hereby notified that the plaintiff named above has filed a lawsuit or other legal action against you for title to property described as follows: Part of Government Lots Six (6), Section Eight (8), Township Thirtyfour (34) North, Range Seventeen (17) West, Town of Balsam Lake, Polk County, Wisconsin bounded and described as follows: A parcel of land lying and being West of the Westerly lot line of Parcel 1 as described in Document No. 855584; lying and being East of the Southeasterly lot line of Parcel 2 as described in Document No. 855584; lying and being South of the South line of 165th Avenue/County Road I; and lying and being North of a Westerly extension of the North line of Lot 1 of the Plat of Spring Park. Within 40 days after August 6, 2019, you must respond with a written demand for a copy of the complaint. The demand must be sent or delivered to the Polk County Clerk of Court, whose address is 1005 West Main Street, Suite 300, Balsam Lake, Wisconsin 54810 and to Priscilla R. Dorn Cutler, plaintiff’s attorney, whose address is 202 Cascade Street, P.O. Box 835, Osceola, Wisconsin 54020. You may have an attorney to help or represent you. If you do not demand a copy of the complaint within 40 days, the court may grant judgment against you for the legal action requested in the complaint, and you may lose your right to object to anything that is or may be incorrect in the complaint. A judgment may be enforced as provided by law. A judgment awarding money may become a lien against any real estate you own now or in the future, and may also be enforced by garnishment or seizure of property. Dated: July 29, 2019 /s/ Priscilla R. Dorn Cutler Attorney for Plaintiff Wisconsin Bar No. 1001618 (August 6, 13, 20)

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TOWN OF LINCOLN NOTICE OF BOARD OF REVIEW The Board of Review will meet on Thursday, August 8, 2019 at 7:00 p.m. at the Town of Lincoln Hall - 661 85th Street for the purpose of setting a date for the Board of Review.

NOTICE OF TOWN BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MONTHLY MEETING The Town Board of Supervisors Monthly Meeting of the Town of Lincoln will be held on Thursday, August 8, 2019 immediately following adjournment of Board of Review at the Lincoln Town Hall -- 661 85th Street. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14.

MONTHLY MEETING AGENDA Call Meeting to Order Verification of Meeting Posting Approval of Agenda Approval of Minutes of Previous Meeting Public Comment Certified Survey Map for Perry Prax Certified Survey Map for Joyle Anderson Reports: Treasurer, Clerk, Road Work Issues, Plan Commission Presentation and Approval of Bills Report from Board in Reference to Meeting with Amery Finance Committee Regarding Fire Protection Review Proposed Zoning Map for Shoreland Areas New Business Unfinished Business Adjourn. *Action may be taken on any agenda item*

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Apple River Protection and Rehabilitation District (ARPRD) Annual Business Meeting Amery City Hall Council Room 10:00 a.m., Saturday, August 17, 2019 1. Welcome to all ARPRD Residents 2. Call to order/ Set the agenda 3. Report the meeting notice was officially published in the Amery Free Press for 2 consecutive weeks and a notice and newsletter has been sent to all residents 4. Approval of the Minutes of the 2018 Annual Business Meeting 5. Approval of the Treasurer’s Report- January 1, 2019 until July 31,2019 6. Approval of the Audit Committee’s ReportJanuary 1, 2019 until July 31, 2019 7. Reports: a. Weed Harvesting Team b. Clean Boats/ Clean Water Inspection Team c. Healthy Lakes Projects 2019 d. Payroll Status e. Water Quality Testing f. AIS Issues and Alerts g. Website: arprd.org 8. Action Items: a. Election of a Chair for the Board of Commissioners for years 2020, 2021, 2022 b. Approval of pursuing the following grants/ applications for 2020 1. Permission to harvest weeds 2. Healthy Lakes Shoreline Buffer Strips 3. Clean Boats Clean Water 9. Approval of proposed 2020 budget as recommended by Board of Commissioners 10. Concerns 11. Positive Points 12. Recognition and Thank you’s a. Weed Harvesting Team b. CBCW Inspection Team c. Healthy Lakes Project Team d. Residents of ARPRD WNAXLP 13. Adjournment

The Plan Commission of the Town of Clear Lake will hold a public meeting at the Town Hall on Tuesday, August 13, 2019 at 7:00 PM. AGENDA: 1. Call meeting to order. 2. Approve last meeting’s minutes. 3. Chair activity report. 4. Review possible Website creation. 5. Set future meeting date and agenda. 6. Adjourn.

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The Regular meeting of the Town of Clear Lake will be held at the Town Shop on Monday, August 12, 2019, at 7 p.m. AGENDA: 1. Meeting called to order 2. Reading and approval of last meeting’s minutes 3. Treasurer’s Report 4. Chairman’s Report 5. Approve payment of monthly bills 6. Ordinance Commission Report 7. Old Business: LP Pre-Buy 8. New Business: Insurance Review, Royce Larson property division 9. Road Maintenance 10. Adjourned Janelle Johnson, Town Clerk WNAXLP

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Remains found on Missouri farm in Wisconsin brothers search SHAWANO, Wis. (AP) — Authorities who had been searching a Missouri farm for two missing Wisconsin brothers announced Wednesday that human remains have been found there, more than a week after the pair disappeared during a trip for their livestock business. Clinton County Sheriff Larry Fish said the remains were found Tuesday on a farm in Braymer that was operated by Garland Nelson, who is accused of tampering with a vehicle that authorities say was rented by Nicholas Diemel, 35, and his 24-year-old brother, Justin Diemel. The brothers haven’t been seen since they missed a flight back to Wisconsin after visiting northwest Missouri on a trip for the business they operate in Bonduel, Wisconsin. Fish said during a brief news conference Wednesday that the remains haven’t been positively identified and no cause of death has been determined. He

said a forensic pathologist determined the remains were human. Authorities said shortly after the brothers disappeared that the case was a “long-term death investigation’’ but they have not said why they believe the brothers are dead. Fish said on Monday the brothers went to the farm for a business deal that “has been going on for a few months’’ and authorities were trying to determine what occurred during that visit to the farm in Braymer, which is about 70 miles northeast of Kansas City. Nicholas Diemel’s wife, Lisa Diemel, filed a petition Tuesday in Shawano County, Wisconsin, Circuit Court asking a judge to appoint her as a special administrator for the estates. It lists the brothers’ date of death as July 21. Authorities on Monday charged Nelson, 25, of Braymer, with tampering with a vehicle. Charging documents say Nelson abandoned the Diemel broth-

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Wisconsin Republicans sue Democratic attorney general BY SCOTT BAUER ASSOCIATED PRESS

MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Wisconsin Republican state lawmakers sued the Democratic attorney general Thursday, arguing that he’s not complying with laws passed during a lame-duck legislative session in December that limited his and the incoming governor’s powers shortly before they took office. Republicans who control the Legislature filed the lawsuit against Attorney General Josh Kaul with the conservative-controlled state Supreme Court. It’s the first lawsuit related to the lame-duck session filed by Republicans who called the session and supported it. Four other lawsuits fighting the laws have been filed by Democrats and their allies. The Supreme Court in June ruled that the session was legal, and nearly all of the laws enacted remain in effect while the lawsuits are pending. Republicans filed their lawsuit directly with the court on the day that Justice Brian Hagedorn took office, increasing the conservative majority to 5-2. Republicans argue in the new lawsuit that Kaul isn’t following provisions of the law requiring him to get permission from lawmakers before settling lawsuits and giving the Legislature control over settlement money.

“It is egregious that Attorney General Kaul is playing a game of political keep away with potentially up to $20 million in funds that belong to hard-working Wisconsinites,’’ Assembly Speaker Robin Vos and Senate Majority Leader Scott Fitzgerald said in a joint statement announcing the lawsuit. Kaul said in response that the Legislature is “wrong on the law’’ and incorrect that the Department of Justice he runs has not attempted to properly involve lawmakers on the resolution of cases. “This is an attempt by the Legislature to use vague and poorly-written statutory language to substantially cut the budget for the Department of Justice, undermining public safety in Wisconsin,’’ Kaul said. The laws at issue in the lawsuit are related to court settlements. Republicans contend in the lawsuit that Kaul must get their permission before settling a broad array of cases and any money from settlements must go into the state’s general fund. They contend the state has received more than $20 million in settlements between January and May that Kaul has not correctly deposited. Kaul argues that the laws require legislative approval in a limited number of cases and he can set aside money from lawsuit set-

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National Guard response in Polk, Barron, and Langlade Counties continues with debris removal SUBMITTED BY CAPT. JOE TROVATO

More than 100 Soldiers and Airmen from the Wisconsin Army and Air National Guard remain on duty in Polk, Barron, and Langlade Counties assisting civil authorities in the aftermath of intense storms that cut a swath of destruction across northern Wisconsin July 20-21. Soldiers from the Wisconsin Army National Guard’s 173rd Brigade Engineer Battalion, 132nd Brigade Support Battalion, 724th Engineer Battalion and the Wisconsin Air National Guard’s 115th Fighter Wing and 128th Air Refueling Wing are all part of the ongoing response in which National Guard Service members are assessing the storm’s damage and assisting with debris cleanup along roadways. Three separate task forces – one for each county – are operating with approximately 30 Soldiers or Airmen each. The task forces consist of assessment teams, chainsaw teams, and debris clearance teams with assets to haul debris or chip it in place. Critical in the short term is their objective of clearing heavy debris from the public right-of-way so emergency vehicles and residents can safely navigate the roads. According to 2nd Lt. Isaac Geffers, the executive officer of the Wausau-based Headquarters Company for the 173rd Brigade Engineer Battalion and the officer in charge of the Barron County Task Force, his team of nearly 30 Soldiers and Airmen are clearing an average of approximately 60 10-ton dump loads of debris per day, in addition to running a wood chipper nearly nonstop. The National Guard has a dual-mission unique from every other branch of the military. In addition to fulfilling its role as the primary combat reserve of the Army and Air Force, the National Guard also serves as the first military responder at home during times of emergency. Serving in local communities was a major factor in Geffers choosing the National Guard. “I really like helping out the community,” he said. “That’s part of the reason I joined the Guard, so it’s good to give back to the community here in Polk and Barron Counties, so it’s been a great experience so far. It’s also been a great challenge for me. There’s a lot of different units and a lot of different assets that we’re trying to manage.” The same was true for other members of the task force. “It feels pretty good,” Pfc. Austin Vandezande, a Soldier assigned to Company F, 132nd Brigade Support Battalion in Mosinee said. “This is why I enlisted in the National Guard instead of any other branch, so I could help out in situations like this in the area that I’m from.” Sgt. Cody Grosskreutz, from the 173rd Brigade Engi-

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Soldiers and Airmen from the Wisconsin National Guard assist civil authorities with clearing debris from roadways.

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The Wisconsin National Guard jumped in to assist in the aftermath of severe storms that left a wide swath of destruction across the state of Wisconsin.

neer Battalion, saw the mission as part of his duty in the Wisconsin National Guard. “These are people that I don’t necessarily personally know, but they’re our neighbors,” he said. “It’s people that I know. It’s part of our job as National Guard to also take care of the homefront, the home defense, taking care of natural disasters like this. It’s part of

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our duty, so it’s nice to actually be able to accomplish the things that we enlisted to do as well as any other military obligations that we have.” The National Guard’s role and mission in response to the late July storms has evolved. In the initial days after the storm, Gov. Tony Evers declared a state of emergency, authorizing Maj. Gen. Don Dunbar to call members of the National Guard to state active duty to assist as needed. A team of approximately 30 National Guard troops mobilized to state active duty to assist civil authorities in Langlade County distribute water to residents without power in order to flush septic systems, run showers, wash dishes, or consume as drinking water. That mission concluded July 24, before damage assessment teams began assessing the debris in Polk, Barron, and Langlade counties. As a clearer picture of the scope of work emerged, more National Guard troops mobilized to state active duty to begin clearing debris. Within hours of notification, the task force came together and moved to the affected area. “I think that really speaks to the adaptability of the National Guard and whatever mission comes down we’re ready to respond to it, getting things moving,” Geffers said. “Soldiers from all over the state volunteered and answered the call and came up here, so it’s a great thing to show that we’re always ready.” One of those Guardsmen was Tech. Sgt. Gregory Witt, an aerospace propulsion specialist assigned to the 115th Fighter Wing in Madison who volunteered to join a chainsaw team. He was in an airport in Arizona when he got the call. “I think it goes back to the beginning and the minutemen and how quickly they could mobilize for natural disaster or worldwide events,” Witt said. “It truly is a tremendous thing.” Spc. Haley Wellner, also a Company F Soldier, was at work when she got the call to respond. “It’s not just a claim that we make that we’re always ready to go,” she said. “I was at work Friday night. I got the text at my eight o’clock break, left work, drove up, and was here by about two in the morning and ready to go.” Wellner said the Guard has made a major impact on the area since she arrived. “Compared to when we started to now, you can just see it was just trees and devastation and damage everywhere,” she said. “Even when we drove through the town of Barron, there were still trees on buildings and stuff like that. In one of the piles we went through there were power lines down and now you can actually see the ground again in the ditches, and all the people that live here are always coming over and thanking us, so it makes a really big difference.” Witt agreed, noting that the communities they are supporting have been incredibly supportive and appreciative of the Guard’s contribution to the recovery effort. “I think we’re having a tremendous impact for the community” Witt said. “We just had the chairman of the township stop by and thank us for what we were doing. Yesterday we had a wonderful neighbor stop by and bring us bottled water. And everyone is coming by and saying, ‘thank you,’ and how much they appreciate everything that the Army and Air Force are doing out here.” Sgt. Edward Vanvalen, also assigned to Company F, said he was grateful for the opportunity to help. “We’re making a difference for these civilians out here that really need us right now,” he said. “Some of them couldn’t even get into their driveways over the weekend when we started here. “We’re always prepping, standing ready, [conducting maintenance checks on] our trucks, our equipment, keeping everything on the ready, on standby,” he added. “We might be on standby for years, weeks, days, but when it happens, it shows it’s all done with a purpose, so when we’re called, four hours, eight hours, or less, we’re there. We’re ready to go. We load up, and we move it out, fueled up, trucks at 100 percent, and we get there and say, ‘where can we help.’” National Guard leaders said Wisconsin National Guard troops plan to stay on site in Polk, Barron, and Langlade Counties as long as their assistance is needed. The Guard stands ready to take on additional missions, if requested.