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Will a dog park ever see its day? BY JESSICA DE LA CRUZ EDITOR@THEAMERYFREEPRESS.COM
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Slithering through summer Youngsters had mixed reactions to the many snakes on display during ‘Snake Discovery’ at the Amery Public Library on Thursday. Here some boys get an up close look at a glass lizard, a snake-like lizard that’s native to Europe. Animals will return to the Library once again this Thursday at 1:30 with a visit from the Domestic Animal Wellness Center and Wildlife Rescue. More snake visit photos on page 17.
After roughly a year in hiatus, it was at a July meeting of the Amery Parks and Recreation committee that the idea of an Amery dog park resurfaced. And while the concept appears to be a ‘good idea’ from everyone’s standpoint, deciding who would pay for and manage such a facility may ultimately put the project at an impasse. After several meetings with airport commission members this spring, city officials identified and offered to the dog park committee for consideration a parcel at the north end of the Amery Airport runway. The city is currently renting the parcel for cropland, and would be willing to forego that rental income and consider a modest lease to a separate entity such as a dog park group. Dog Park Committee representative, Mary Bruckner, who attended the meeting on behalf of dog park advocates, came with a proposed layout and outline of a dog park operation. But suggested that the committee was not prepared to take ownership of the operation, or any of it’s associated insurance costs or liabilities. Bruckner suggested that the city take ownership of the project, treating it like they would any other publicly enjoyed property in the city. The difference being that the dog park would require a usage fee, maintenance, and additional insurance—none of which council members were SEE DOGS PAGE TWO
Lunch with Amery’s Class of ‘46 BY JESSICA DE LA CRUZ EDITOR@THEAMERYFREEPRESS.COM
From what Jim Lauck can remember, he was one of 46 ‘kids’ to graduate from Amery’s Class of 1946. Amid military service in the wake of WWII, and other life events, seventeen of those graduates are still among us. They range in age from 88 to 91. They have a lifetime of stories to tell. In what might be one of the oldest Amery reunions still occurring, ten of the 17 met for lunch at Amery Pizzeria this Friday, along with two spouses. They meet once a year now. Graduate Joyce (Winger) Anderson has kept the
group connected in recent years, but the duty has been shared by several other graduates in the past. Lauck took some ribbing for calling the press for a photo. But he’s the youngest in the group, and surely used to it by now.
(Right) Left to right are (back) Lavern Olson, Chuck Halverson, Jim Lauck, Dorothy (Berry) Larson, Joyce (Winger) Anderson, Wayne Anderson, and Paul Aune,. In the middle is Louise (Johnson) Anderson, and in front Marie (Stenberg) Williamson and Erma (Hagen) Johnson.
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City Council Notes BY JESSICA DE LA CRUZ EDITOR@THEAMERYFREEPRESS.COM
The Amery City Council met on Wednesday, August 2 at 5 p.m. The following topics were discussed briefly: Brush disposal Assistant Public Works Director Chanz Green says that the city’s brush dump will continue to be open the first and third Saturday from 9 a.m. to noon, but says he will open the dump for anyone at just about anytime. Please call 715-554-0207 to have the dump opened as necessary. K-9 Fundraiser Police Chief Tom Marson announces that a fundraiser raffle to help the Amery K-9 program began on August 1 and will continue through Saturday of Fall Festival. Raffle tickets will be sold toward more than $2,000 in prizes. Contact a local officer for details. The movie ‘Lego Batman’ will also be shown at the Amery Congregational Church following the Congo Block Party on August 19. Fire Department Access Amery Fire Chief Dale Koehler announces that his department has recently had problems responding to fire alarms at high-occupancy structures, where they arrived unable to enter the locked building. He is working with the appropriate individuals to develop a plan for ongoing access. City Administrator Applicants Acting City Administrator/Clerk Treasurer Fran Duncanson reports that the city has received 18 applicants for the position of City Administrator thus far. According to the hiring firm, applications typically ramp up closer to the deadline, which in this case is August 10. Library Summer Reading Program
The Amery Public Library welcomed a record 505 youth into its summer reading incentive program. The program ends August 12. Utility Payments Online Management Analyst David Chanski reports that quarterly utility payments can now be made online, although the system does charge a roughly three percent fee for processing. The city asks that if you require a payment plan, please continue to make those payments and payment arrangements in person at City Hall. New billboard signs The Amery Economic Development Corporation (AEDC) has taken the lead in developing new signage for two existing Amery billboards, one at Pure N Simple on Highway 8, and another south of Amery near the four corners. AEDC paid to have a new vinyl wrap for the signs created, and they will be re-covered this August. Municipal Court participation The Village of Balsam Lake recently expressed interest in joining Amery’s Municipal Court program, but nothing has been decided. With the concern of overwhelming Amery’s existing staff and system, the Public Safety Committee opted to require future requests to be made in writing and approved by the council. Reimbursement for Chief Marson’s personal vehicle damage Finance committee members discussed reimbursing Chief Marson for damages sustained to his personal vehicle during a vandalism incident at his home on April 30. Marson did not carry comprehensive insurance on his vehicle and the damage estimates were approximately $3,200. Committee members decided that because Marson was targeted because of his role with the city, the city will reim-
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prepared to consider. Council members asked Bruckner to return to the August Parks and Recreation meeting with a more formal plan and proposal regarding costs to the city. Dog Park committee members had al-
ready raised nearly $1,000 to date for fencing materials. Still, Bruckner wasn’t sure they would be in favor of managing the project independently, or taking on the associated liabilities and insurance expense. Dog Park advocates will meet August 8 to consider the matter, and decide if they will continue to pursue the project. Left, land at the north end of the Amery Airport runway that is accessible from 105th street is being considered for a proposed dog park. As conceptualized, the access drive would separate two different areas for large and small dogs.
burse $2,200 of the costs, but only if he opts to move forward with having the repairs made. New flowerpots for Keller Avenue City council members voted to move $2,000 from the city’s rainy day fund for the purpose of buying more permanent, larger floral urns for Amery’s main street. The Amery Woman’s Club also donated $500 to the cause. Rob Bursik at Dragonfly Gardens will donate the plants, dirt, labor, and some additional pots. The new containers will be in addition to those already downtown, and will be in place the second week in August.
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Nell Anderson of the Amery Woman’s Club (right) presented a check for $500 to Mayor Kay Erickson during the August City Council meeting. The funds will go toward in investment in larger planters on Amery’s main street.
City buys out former Administrator’s health insurance contract BY JESSICA DE LA CRUZ EDITOR@THEAMERYFREEPRESS.COM
The Amery City Council voted unanimously this month to accept an offer to buyout the remainder of former City Administrator Darcy Long’s health insurance contract—a move that would save the city over $4,000. In accordance with his separation agreement, the city agreed to provide health insurance for Long and his family through year end. However, Long has since accepted a position elsewhere and offered
the buyout option to the City of Amery. Acting City Administrator and Clerk/Treasurer Fran Duncanson reported that $10,477.13 would have been paid on Long’s behalf through the end of the year. The buyout amount was $6,286.28, and the city voted to pay Long that amount, minus any necessary taxes. Long will continue to receive his agreed upon salary through year end in accordance with his separation agreement. The move will save the city $4,190.85.
Walker signs two Jarchow-sponsored bills into law Gov. Scott Walker signed two pieces of legislation into law this week that were co-sponsored by local Assembly Representative Adam Jarchow of Balsam Lake, among others, and both impact hunting and Wisconsin wildlife. Senate Bill SB-68 will dramatically relax deer baiting and feeding bans in counties affected by chronic wasting disease. Until now, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources has indefinitely prohibited baiting and feeding in counties where CWD has been confirmed, as well as any other county within a 10mile radius of the infected county. The measure immediately lifts feeding bans that have been in place in Polk, Burnett,
Barron and Washburn counties. The ban is designed to slow the disease’s spread by preventing deer from congregating over feed and bait piles. The DNR has imposed bans in 43 counties. The bill limits the ban in infected counties to 36 months and in neighboring counties to 24 months. If another deer tests positive during that span, the clock would restart. The bill is retroactive to January 1, 1998, which means any bans enacted before 2014 will end barring discovery of another CWD-positive deer, said Collin Driscoll, an aide to Jarchow. DNR spokesman James Dick said agency officials are reviewing the new
law to see how it affects this year’s hunting seasons. Whitetails of Wisconsin and the Wisconsin Bear Hunters Association both registered in support of the bill. The Sierra Club’s Wisconsin chapter, the Wisconsin League of Conservation Voters and the Wisconsin Wildlife Federation all opposed the bill. In a statement Jarchow praised the bill. “[SB-68]is a commonsense change to current law that will allow people across our part of the state to once again feed deer.” Also signed this week was Assembly Bill (AB) 325, which will allow children of any age to apply for bear preference points. Previously, a ten year old child
could hunt bear on a mentored hunt, but the tag he/she used had to be transferred to them because under previous law, that ten year old was not able to apply for preference points until he/ she turned ten years old. This law now allows that child to accumulate preference points earlier so that by the age of ten, he/she has a better chance of receiving a bear tag. “Both bills are very important to northwest Wisconsin,” Jarchow said in a statement Wednesday. “Allowing children of any age to apply for bear preference points will ensure that Wisconsin’s rich heritage of hunting will continue on to the next generations.”
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AUGUST 9 Annual Pig Roast Willow Ridge Healthcare is inviting everyone to their Annual Pig Roast on Wednesday, Aug. 9, from 4-7 p.m. On the menu is roast pork, potato salad, beans, coleslaw and cookies. A free will donation will be accepted. Craig Draxten and Dick Armbruster are providing music for this event.
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Polk County Democrats Polk County Democrats monthly meeting at Paradise Landing in Balsam Lake. Share a meal at 5:30. Meeting begins at 6:30 p.m. with Tim Ritten, Director, Polk County Land & Water Resources Department, who will be speaking about the safety of Polk county water. For more information contact Kim Butler at 715-553-0853.
AUGUST 12 Kids Fishing Contest The Clear Lake Police Department and Clear Lake True Value invite kids ages 15 and under to join the fun in a free kids fishing contest at Clear Lake Park from 10 to 1. Prizes, and free hot dogs and pop are included. Bait provided, and limited number of poles will also be available. RSVP if possible by calling Becky at 715263-2157.
“Butterflies” at Northern Lakes The Northern Lakes Center for the Arts presents “Butterflies” at 7:30 p.m. An evening of original poetry as recently published by LaMoine MacLaughlin in Butterflies and other poems.
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AUGUST 10 All retired educators and spouses, administrators and support staff are invited to the August general meeting of the Polk-Burnett Retired Educators. The final general meeting of PBREA will be Aug. 10 at 5:30 p.m. in Siren at the Pour House. The speaker is to be determined. School supplies will once again be collected for local schools. Call your contact person if you plan to attend and to get a list of school supplies.
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One last coffee with Kari Members of the Amery Area Community Center got together for an extra special morning coffee on Friday, sending outgoing Executive Director Kari Fladwood off with cake, hugs, smiles, and even a few tears. After more than 13 years, Fladwood announced her resignation from the position for health-related reasons. Her last day was August 4.
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Sons of Norway
Wisconsin Remembers Exhibit
Annual Corn & Brat Feed
Sjoland Lodge 5-635, Sons of Norway, will meet Tuesday, Aug. 15, at 6:30 p.m. at First Lutheran church in Amery. They will be showing a video by Rick Steves titled “Luther and the Reformation.”
A traveling exhibit that features a photo for each of the 1,161 Wisconsin names listed on the Vietnam Veteran’s Memorial in Washington D.C. is making it’s way around the state. The exhibit will be hosted this month by the Clear Lake American Legion, and will be on display in the activities room of the Clear Lake Community Center August 18 through 20. The address is 560 5th Street in Clear Lake. Enter the building from 4th Street. The display will be open from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Fresh corn on the cob, brats with all the fi xings, baked beans and dessert will be on the menu for the annual Corn and Brat Feed at East Immanuel Lutheran Church. Held rain or shine, the event will be served from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. The church is located 5 miles south of Amery on Hwy. 46, turn west on 20th Ave., then north on 120th St. Entertainment by Amy Johnson and local musicians.
AUGUST 17 Apple River Opry Trigger Happy will be part of the evening entertainment at the Amery Classic Theatre at 7 p.m. Tickets are $10. Advance tickets can be purchased for $7 at WPCA Radio.
Historical Society Meeting The Amery ARea HIstorical Society will meet at the Amery Public Library on Thursday, August 17 at 5 p.m. to make plans for the Fall Festival open house and a visit from the Polk County genealogy society on Monday, Sept. 25. The meeting is open to the public and handicap accessible.
AUGUST 18 Music on the River Amery’s final Music on the River for 2017 features music from ‘The Stogies’ from 5-7 and blues headliner ‘Lamont Cranston’ starting at 7 p.m. Food, car show, and family fun all evening long.
Bar-B-Que Chicken Dinner
125th Anniversary Open House
Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, 217 Deronda St., Amery, will hold their annual Bar-B-Que Chicken Dinner on Sunday, Aug. 13. Serving is from 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. On the menu is bar-b-que chicken, potato salad, cole slaw, rolls, bars and beverages. A free-will offering is asked.
The Amery Free Press is celebrating 125 years in Amery and invites the public to stop in for cake and refreshments, and say hello to the Amery Free Press staff from 1 to 4 p.m.
AUGUST 19 BBQ, Pie and Ice Cream Social Amery Band Boosters will be holding their annual BBQ, Pie and Ice Cream Social fundraiser on Saturday, Aug. 19 from 5-7 p.m. in the Amery High School Cafeteria. It precedes the Miss Amery Talent Show. Many homemade pies will be available. The AHS Pep Band will play at 6 p.m.
Congo Community Block Party Free music, kid’s games, free roasted corn, free drawings, free roasted pork and free root beer floats will be at the Congo Community Block Party on Saturday, Aug. 19, from 3 to 7 p.m. Serving food until gone. Congregational church is located at 201 Harriman Ave. N, in Amery. Phone 715-268-7390.
Beer & Hymns East Immanuel Lutheran Church invites you to Amery Ale Works for its first ever ‘Beer and Hymns’ event. Music provided. Amery Ale Works will be serving beer and their regular menu. Singing led by Amy Johnson and other local musicians.
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AUGUST 22 Picnic and General Informational Gathering The Republican Party of Polk County is hosting at Picnic and General Informational Gathering at Garfield Park on Tuesday Aug. 22, from 6-8 p.m. Sweet corn, brats, buns, plates and utensils will be provided. Potluck for salads, desserts and drinks. Garfield Park is located at the SW corner of Lake Wapogasset off of County Road F.
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‘Kops & Kids Community Flicks’
Waterski Show
After the Congo Block Party, Congregational Church invites you to an outdoor family showing of ‘Lego Batman.’ Bring your family and lawn chairs or blanket. Popcorn stand at location. Movie begins at dusk.
Waterside Bar and Grill and the Wapo Bear Trap Lake Association will host a public water ski show featuring the Balsam Lake Water Ski Show team on Saturday, August 26 from 3 to 4 p.m. at Waterside.
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Are we ready for our close up?In just over a week, producers, camera operators, directors and talent from WCCO television in Minneapolis will come to Amery to begin scouting locations for their “Goin’ to the Lake” program, a two-day glimpse into unique aspects of communities in Minnesota and western Wisconsin. Regular viewers of WCCO know that these segments highlight fun and interesting things to do in the communities they visit. It’s a wonderful, free golden opportunity to make an impression on a lot of people. In addition to airing the segments, the clips are archived on the television station’s website. I’m sure the producers will find some great things to do Publisher while they are in town, culmiTom Stangl nating with a live remote from the final Music on the River performance Friday night shortly after 5 p.m. So, can we talk about a sensitive topic? It may seem a bit intrusive, but it’s important that we do everything we can to make a positive impression on the folks that will be giving us our moment in the spotlight. This means that everyone needs to take a critical look at their property and visualize what it looks like to an outsider. A few years back, Amery and Hurley participated in a UW Extension program called First Impressions where a group from each community visited the other community and gave a report on their impressions of the town. It was like a secret shopper program that retailers sometimes utilize to get an idea of how their employees and store stack up. The idea is that a stranger will give you the unvarnished, unblinking truth about how they view your business. What you do with the information is your business. In life, there are no second chances to make a first impression. You get one shot to put your best foot forward, and Amery’s chance is coming next week. What does your yard look like? If it is well kept, great. If you need to do some trimming, you have a week. It may seem nit picky, but what about your sidewalk? Do you have grass or weeds growing in the cracks? Put some gloves on and pull those intruders out by the roots. This is especially important on Keller Avenue, the place where the majority of people catch a glimpse of our community. Business owners, if your place looks great from the street, kudos to you. But let’s go to the next level. What does it look like from the back? You may not think that the alley view matters and no one sees it but you, but it does matter. It some ways, it makes an even more important and lasting impression than the front of the business. A neat and tidy alley view shows that you care enough about your business to pay attention to a detail that many think no one will ever see. For next week, we need to take things to THAT level. Is it a pain? Yes. Will it be difficult? Maybe. Will it be worth the work? Yes. Our impression will be as positive as the weakest link. You truly never know the impact of this effort to make a positive first impression. At the very least, you will have the pride of having done your part to make sure the town looks great. Trust me, it will be worth it. As always, I welcome your comments. You can reach me by email at tstangl@theameryfreepress.com, telephone 715-268-8101 or write me at P.O. Box 424, Amery, WI, 54001. Thanks for reading; I’ll keep in touch. Feel free to do the same.
Uncertainty driving up health care marketplace premiums BY WISPOLITICS.COM THE CAPITOL REPORT
Wisconsin insurers that participate in Healthcare.gov are requesting double-digit premium increases for individuals next year, citing a population that’s less healthy than expected and a marketplace that isn’t profitable. The fi lings reflect increasing uncertainty over the health care marketplace, with some insurers citing concerns about cost-sharing reduction payments being cut off. President Donald Trump has weighed eliminating those subsidies. The increased premiums will be accompanied by higher tax credits for Healthcare.gov consumers to pay for them, though those above 400 percent of the federal poverty level don’t qualify for credits. At this point last year, most insurers also requested double-digit premium increases, though a handful of insurers had requested more modest increases and one, MercyCare, had actually proposed cutting its rates. Three insurers – Anthem, Health Tradition Health Plan and Molina Healthcare – already said they won’t participate in 2018. Molina pulled out Aug. 2, announcing its “taken aggressive and urgent steps to substantial-
ly improve” its financial performance after a disappointing second quarter. That includes exiting the Healthcare.gov marketplaces in both Utah and Wisconsin, though Molina is reviewing its presence in other states. The premium requests are preliminary and pending approval from the state Office of the Commissioner of Insurance. OCI spokeswoman Elizabeth Hizmi said the agency expects to send its initial review of the fi lings to the feds this month, though she noted the rate requests can change in the coming months. The final rates, she said, will be posted on Nov. 1 when the feds begin open enrollment for Healthcare.gov plans next year. The news came as Gov. Scott Walker stepped up his role in the health care arena following U.S. Senate Republicans’ failure to pass a plan to replace Obamacare. Walker, also head of the Republican Governors Association, was in Washington, D.C. on July 31 for a White House meeting. Walker said progress was made but noted health care is “a fairly complicated issue and we weren’t looking to resolve it all in one meeting.” “But we’ll hopefully continue to have ongoing discussions with the folks in Washington and governors who are really at the fore-
front,” Walker said. “States are much more effective, much more efficient, much more accountable, and I think it’s refreshing to see that they’re interested in what governors have to say.” Walker’s meeting followed his release of a statement urging Congress to give states block grants to fund health care programs along with “full responsibility” over what they look like. Unity Health Plans, which is requesting premium increases around 30 percent, said the ACA population it covers has had higher medical costs than expected. Unity spokeswoman Jennifer Dinehart said the company doesn’t “anticipate any further changes to our rates at this time.” Network Health is asking for a 43 percent increase in one of its exchange plans and a 25 percent increase in another. The company said in its fi ling that it expects to see higher medical costs due to a population that will need to use their services more. It also said it’s trying to “minimize future losses” on the exchanges with its rate increase. Jessica Fischer, a Network Health spokeswoman, said the company developed its rates to “reflect the risk we are assuming in the marketplace and the uncertainty in the industry.”
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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR State reps knew what County and Town officials didn’t? To the Editor, Thank you, Representatives Jarchow, Stafsholt, Zimmerman and Senator Harsdorf, for looking at streamlining Wisconsin’s property rights laws. This does beg the question though, why you are carving out a piece of your enabling legislation for one owner in a state of 6 million people. The issue in question is a large piece of property purchased in 2013. It’s a parcel that for decades was a Baptist Church camp. It is located in the National Scenic Riverway in the Town of Somerset. Prior to purchase, the owners had to discover that the National Park Service paid the Baptist Church Camp over $186,000 in public funds for restrictive easements. The owners also had to discover that the Town of Somerset and St. Croix County have zoning authority over the property. But rather than follow laws and ordinances like the rest of us, these owners went ahead and disturbed vegetation on the restricted bluff areas, built a deck and patio that encroached into the scenic easements and expanded the use to include wedding venues, lodging and adult beverages – without approval from the Town or County. Facing sanctions that could cost $100 to $500 per day for non-compliance, they ended up in court. Finally, in December of 2016 they agreed to take down the deck and patio, restore the vegetation and pay over $7,000 in court costs. But here’s the disturbing part. Even though they had been rebuffed by the Town, County, and Circuit court, the owners contacted two representatives and invited them out for a tour. These legislators somehow saw what town and county representatives couldn’t and sponsored legislation at the State level that specifically grants one landowner on one piece of property a special dispensation. Undoubtedly representatives will continue to advocate for this legislation saying it is about local control and preventing the DNR from having a pocket veto, but it’s ALSO about granting a benefit to only one landowner. As a lifelong Republican who has served over 26 years in town and county service, I can now appreciate how much easier it will be to just let our state representatives make decisions for everyone else at the local level. From now on, let’s just let the State create spot zoning wherever they deem appropriate. Or better yet, get involved and contact your legislators and tell them to remove this special purpose/ one owner exemption from their bill!
You missed a great show!
Historic Grandstand Destruction – Tip of the Iceberg?
To the Editor, Sorry so many of you missed Gary La Rue at The Village Pizzeria of Amery on Wednesday, August 2, 5-8 p.m. Billed as “Rat Pack Entertainment,’” he was all that and more. Hits made famous by legends Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Tom Jones, Neil Diamond, Barry Manilow, & Bobby Darin were sung with charisma in a very engaging manner. Taking only a 15 minute break in three hours, he entertained with heart and soul to an enthusiastic crowd from 21 years to 85 years of age. Singing along and dancing were an integral part of the mix right down to the wait staff. Even “Charlie’” from Waterman’s Sanitation starred in the show. Be there next time, as “Amery is happening!” Pat Canham Amery, Wis.
Legislators ignorant toward science of deer management To the Editor, Public policy based on capricious whim rather than science and fact is rarely good public policy. Governor Walker, this week, signed into law SB68 which limits the ability of DNR to enact effective baiting bans. It is but one more example of the bad public policy that results when governments fail to employ rigorous, science based, comprehensive analysis when enacting legislation. Government has a duty, as trustee, to safe guard our Public Trust and resources. Where there is significant potential risk and uncertain consequences to the public or the resource, the trustee has a responsibility to adhere to the “Precautionary Principle”. In other words, in the absence of scientific consensus that an action is not harmful, the burden of proof that it is not harmful then falls to those taking that action. The Governor and the Legislature failed to act in the manner of a responsible public trustee. They ignored the potential risk and uncertain consequences to Wisconsin’s deer herd. The citizens of Wisconsin will pay a high price for their failures.
Don Jordan Hudson, Wis.
committee meeting, Alderwoman Sharon Paulson made the suggestion that perhaps more could be done to bolster what has already been in place, especially given WCCO’s impending visit. And it planted a seed. The committee made the motion and it was approved by the council. The Amery Woman’s Club voted to contribute an extra $500, on top of the funds they’ve already contributed for the year. Rob Bursik of Dragonfly Gardens will be contributing the pots, and has decided to bolster that investment and kick in his own contributions of plants and extra containers. He and his crew are working to have 22 large pots planted and on Amery’s main street this week. The pots will be terra-cotta colored resin, and range in size from
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Dave Clausen, Former Chair, Wisconsin Natural Resources Board Amery, Wis.
Is there such a thing as too many flowers? I don’t often get to have an opinion on such things as city spending, but I’m having a hard time hiding my approval for the city’s latest financial shuffle. At the suggestion of the Parks and Recreation Committee, the Editor’s city voted to move Notes $2,000 from the rainy day fund for Jessica a one-time investde la Cruz ment in larger, more robust flower planters along Keller Avenue. The Woman’s Club and Ted Zinn have historically provided the pots on main street, and they are wonderful. During a Parks and Recreation
To the Editor, The Polk County Fair Park in St Croix Falls has many historic buildings in danger of being destroyed by the Polk County Fair Society and the Polk County Board. We must act now to stop this wanton destruction of our history on the 1886 fairgrounds. They are our buildings, owned by us, the residents or taxpayers of the county. The two boards appear to be moving rapidly to begin the process with the 1909 grandstand destruction, but this is but the tip of the iceberg. Motivated by visions of newness, pushed by a campaign of misinformation and aided by intentional neglect, we are in grave danger of losing at least three more buildings in the near future. The historic 1909 grandstand is the first in line, but the 1850s Red School House, the flower building, and the dance pavilion are next, with the idea floated about of moving in a pole shed instead. The next county board meeting, Aug 15th, 6 pm, considers a resolution to fund an engineering study of the grandstand that would actually find out the condition and cost of repair to continue using the oldest grandstand in the whole Midwest. Right now we don’t even know what is wrong with it nor the cost of getting it fi xed. Any rational group of folks making a decision on their own buildings, unless they were insistent on a new building only, or no building at all, would start by finding out what is wrong and the cost of fi xing it before making the decision to tear it down. Yet that is likely not to happen with the grandstand as the county board has a faction that believes in neither replacement, nor repair; another group wants only new. August 15, 6 pm, at Balsam Lake at the county board meeting is the crucial step in this process when a vote for the engineering study is a vote to proceed rationally, and against is a vote to destroy our history. Become a member of the Polk Co Fair Society. Just send $5 to Diane Kuhl, 298 30th St., Clear Lake, WI 54005. include your name, address, telephone number, email – 5 year membership. Sometimes we must work within organizations that purport to have our best interests in mind.
24 to 42 inches at the top. Rob says he’ll be planting them with the intention of staying beautiful through Fall Festival. The city pushed the measure through in an effort to put our best foot forward for WCCO’s visit later this month, but they also had the long-term community aesthetic in mind. With a little more discussion and planning, hopefully their intention for these pots to be a regular fixture will be realized. The city’s various clubs along with Ted and Shirley Zinn have long contributed separately toward beautifying Amery. Thank you to all of you, and now the city as well, for seeing the value in this investment.
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Couple’s spending spree allegedly robs senior citizen of more than $17k BY JESSICA DE LA CRUZ EDITOR@THEAMERYFREEPRESS.COM
Charges have been fi led after the family of a ninety-plus year old Polk-County man alerted authorities to more than $17,000 missing from his checking account. According to a criminal complaint fi led August 3 in Polk County Circuit Court, ErSwanson ick D. Swanson, 44 of Milltown, along with a female accomplice, Heidi Anderson, 38 of Milltown, are alleged to have used the senior citizen’s checks and forged
his signature in order to purchase more than $4,600 in merchandise from Wal-Mart in St. Croix Falls. Swanson and Anderson admitted to using the victim’s checks at the store and signing his name, but claimed they had his permission to do so. Among the items purchased were fishing lures, video games, DVDs, phone cards, groceries, fans, a mirror, cigarettes and clothing. Swanson lists a separate Milltown address that is the same as Anderson’s, but the victim reported that Swanson also had a room at his residence and would stay there two or three days per week, according to information in police reports. The criminal complaint does not state the nature of the
relationship between Swanson and the victim. The victim denied ever having given Swanson or Anderson permission to sign the checks or make the purchases. Authorities described the victim’s statements as consistent during three separate interviews, showing no memory loss, forgetfulness, or lack of cognitive reasoning. Swanson, who has a criminal history of issuing worthless checks, also reportedly used the victim’s checkbook to purchase a vehicle, boat and motor. He told authorities that he planned to return the money and had a contract with the victim to do so, although the victim had never signed the agree-
ment and told investigators he had no knowledge of any such contract. The family identified 42 separate fraudulent checks issued since January of 2017, totaling $17,617.16. Swanson was formally charged on August 3 with identity theft for financial gain, forgery and receiving stolen property. He faces up to twelve years and nine months in prison and up to $30,000 in fines. Anderson has yet to be charged in connection with the case. Swanson makes his initial court appearance on September 18.
Former Frederic Library Director charged with possession of child pornography BY JESSICA DE LA CRUZ EDITOR@THEAMERYFREEPRESS.COM
Eight months after authorities seized electronic evidence from both his home and workplace, Former Frederic Library Director, 33-year-old Eric Green, has been officially charged with fi fteen counts of possession of child pornography— and terminated from his position. Green was placed on paid administrative leave after the investigation began in November, and was officially terminated on July 31, 2017— three days after charges were fi led by the Polk County District AttorGreen ney. Green had been employed by the Frederic Library since March 21, 2016. The investigation began as fi le sharing activity in Waukesha originally led investigators to Green in Polk County. A seven a.m. search warrant was served at Green’s home on November 15. Police forced entry into the residence only to find Green, who lives alone, stand-
ing in his kitchen. During questioning Green indicated that the only pornography he would have searched for would have been legal pornography, and denied any involvement in possession of child pornography. Green went on to express concern over how long things would take, saying that he needed to drop off budget information that was due at the library, which would only take ten minutes. His behavior prompted an additional search warrant of electronics at the Frederic Public Library, where a hard drive was also seized for evaluation. Because of search terms found on Green’s personal hard drive, all evidence was submitted to the state crime lab for a complete digital forensic review. The analysis of that review didn’t get to Polk County investigators until June 29, 2017, according to the complaint. Meanwhile, Green remained on paid leave. Included in the complaint was information that Green had installed a digital ‘shredding’ program on his computer that would render digital fi les unreadable, as well as a specialized router than enabled anonymous communication over the internet.
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Monday, July 28, 2017
Mark A. Davis, 59, Frederic was arrested on July 25 for Operating a Motor Vehicle While Intoxicated. John E. Woehler, 18, Apple Valley, Minn. was arrested on July 29 for OWI 1 and Prohibited Alcohol Content (PAC). Cole A. Hanson, 21, Luck was arrested on July 30 for OWI 1 and PAC 1. Garrett P. Sherer, 26, Pine City, Minn. was arrested on July 24 for a Polk County warrant. Jessica R. Morgan, 34, Hastings, Minn. was arrested on July 24 for a Polk County warrant. Glen R. Collins, 71, Amery was arrested on July 24 for a probation warrant. Dylan J. Homme, 18, Barron was arrested on July 25 for probation hold. Tory G. Lysdahl, 28, Frederic was arrested on July 25 for a probation hold. Johnathon J. Brom, 26, Amery was arrested on July 25 for probation hold. Robert G. Evans, 52, Frederic was arrested on July 25 for probation hold. Brandon A. Kephart, 27, Luck was arrested on July 25 for probation warrant and a St. Croix County warrant. Kenneth A. W. Bellinger-Bushard, 32, Osceola was arrested on July 26 for a probation warrant. Alan L. Meyer, 32, Dresser was arrested on July 29 for a probation warrant. Austin T. Peterson, 19, St. Croix Falls was arrested on July 29 for a fail-
ure-to-appear warrant. Mark J. Tucker, 35, St. Croix Falls was arrested on July 30 for probation hold. Daniel R. Bruce, 32, Luck was arrested on July 30 for probation hold. Dustyn L. Anderson, 42, Frederic was arrested on July 24 for violating a restraining order. Wynn L. Merrill, 52, Luck was arrested on July 24 for bail jumping. Jason A. Mudgett Sr., 37, Clayton was arrested on July 24 for domestic disorderly conduct and battery. Lindsey M. Pearson, 17, Balsam Lake was arrested on July 25 for possession of drug paraphernalia. Tyler J. Balts, 18, Barron was arrested on July 25 for possession of THC. Jerry D. Sander, 66, Milltown was arrested on July 26 for possession of meth and possession of drug paraphernalia. Jamie M. Peters, 39, Milltown was arrested on July 26 for possession of meth and drug paraphernalia. Andrew J. Lehman, 38, Milltown was arrested on July 26 for possession of meth and drug paraphernalia. Jeanette L. Carlson, 48, Milltown was arrested on July 26 for possession of THC, possession of meth, possession of drug paraphernalia, and possession of schedule IV narcotic. Terri A. Schaubschlager, 44, Centuria was arrested on July 26 for misdemeanor bail jumping. Kaitlyn L. Miller, 21, Turtle Lake
The cell phones reportedly contained search terms related to child pornography, as well as several visits to pre-teen image sites. The hard drive seized from the library did not contain anything of evidentiary value, according to the complaint. However, state officials did forensically recover 38 images of suspected child pornography from Green’s personal hard drive. Thirty-five of the thirty-eight images were immediately sent to be analyzed by the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children, the results of which were received by Polk County investigators on July 13. And of them, 15 images were verified as real child victims. Green was charged with 15 counts of possession of child pornography on July 28. He could receive as much as 45 years imprisonment and $1.5 million in fines if found guilty. His initial appearance in Polk County Circuit Court is scheduled for September 5.
was arrested on July 26 for three counts of bail jumping, possession of meth and drug paraphernalia. Michael S. Owen, 34, St. Croix Falls was arrested on July 27 for domestic battery and domestic disorderly conduct. Marshall T. Vruno, 18, Osceola was arrested on July 28 for absolute sobriety violation. Jennifer L. Wells, 21, St. Croix Falls was arrested on July 29 for bail jumping. Benjamin S. Kammerud was arrested on July 29 for damage to property, DOC, and domestic enhancer. Alexander O. Waalen, 21, Amery was arrested on July 28 for possession of meth and drug paraphernalia. Austin R. Winger, 24, Chetek was arrested on July 29 for possession of methamphetamine, marijuana, and drug paraphernalia. David B. Christensen, 49, St. Croix Falls was arrested on July 29 for domestic disorderly conduct. These entries are based on information provided in a Probable Cause Report (facts reported by the officer at time of arrest). These alleged incidents are not a reflection of the information brought forth in a formal criminal complaint. As always, an arrested person is presumed innocent until convicted by a judge or jury.
Polk County Marriage Licenses Monday, August 7, 2017 Kyle J. Navheuklom and Luz J. Cornelio were issued a marriage license on July 30, 2017. Dominic T. Kingsberry and Wynter P. Burrill were issued a marriage license on July 30, 2017. Matthew F. Beck and Cassandra A. Nykanen were issued a marriage license on July 30, 2017. Robert J. Kiscaden and Sharri R. Kenyon were issued a marriage license on August 1, 2017. Lucas J. Walsh and Carrie A. McGee were issued a marriage license on August 1, 2017. Travis C. Jones and Linnea M. Aamold were issued a marriage license on August 2, 2017. Jesse W. Lindberg and Samantha J. Lancaster were issued a marriage license on August 2, 2017. Ricky J. Landry and Ruth A. Trumble were issued a marriage license on August 3, 2017. Jordan H. Maxon and Leslie K. Bridgewater were issued a marriage license on August 3, 2017. Cory L. Daniel and Stephanie T. Schafer were issued a marriage license on August 3, 2017.
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Appearance date: Aug. 1, 2017 Jordan L. Aune, 29, Amery, speeding in 55 mph zone (1-10 mph), $175.30. Brian N. Ausen, 16, Star Prairie, failure to keep vehicle under control, $213.10. Melissa J. Barstow, 46, St. Croix Falls, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10. Idelio J. Benitez, 60, Amery, speeding in 55 mph zone (11-15 mph), $175.30; operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10. Matthew J. Bierbrauer, 31, Osceola, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10. Lane E. Boudreau, 22, Amery, drink open intoxicants in MV-driver, $263.50. Cynthia R. Brask, 52, Osceola, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10. James R. Brewster, 39, Frederic, UTV-underage operating (party to violation), $150.10. Donald E. Burke, 70, Clayton, speeding in 55 mph zone (1-10 mph), $175.30. Clay G. Carney, 17, Cushing, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10. Penelope L. Cosgrove, 53, Osceola, speeding in 55 mph zone (11-15 mph), $175.30. Andrew L. Deberry, 50, St. Paul, MN, operate without valid license (1st violation) $200.50. Ashale K. Doan, 18, Balsam Lake, speeding on semi urban highway (1-10 mph), $175.30. John P. Ferguson, 56, Minneapolis, MN, speeding in 55 mph zone (20-24 mph), $225.70. Bashir H. Fido, 27, Barron, failure to obey traffic officer/signal, $175.30.
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Taylor A. Firle, 19, River Falls, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10. Matt C. Follandbee, 35, Ellsworth, non-registration of vehicle – auto <10,000 lbs., $175.30. Spencer D. Foster, 28, Eau Claire, exceeding speed zones (1-10 mph), $175.30. Heather L. Freitag, 37, Somerset, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10. Megan E. Garves, 17, Amery, inattentive driving, $187.90. Lee A. Gilbertson, 46, Somerset, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10. Gerald R. Glaus, 72, Amery, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10. Alexander W. Goulet, 23, Bloomington, MN, exceeding speed zones (1-10 mph), $175.30. Eugene J. Grahn, 24, Stone Lake, operating a motor vehicle without insurance, $200.50. Lindsay S. Greening, 26, Dresser, fail to yield right-of-way in roundabout, $175.30. Trista M. Haan, 17, Osceola, failure of operator to notify police of accident, $389.50. Rachel K. Jackeson, 30, Excelsior, MN, speeding in 55 mph zone (11-15 mph), $175.30. Stephanie M. Johnson, 40, New Richmond, fail to obey traffic officer in hwy. area, $213.10. Ryan P. Kastenbaum, 33, Somerset, speeding in 55 mph zone (11-15 mph), $175.30. Andrew E. Kristiansen, 23, Osceola, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10.
Nicholas W. Langley, 36, Hastings, MN, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10. David J. Larson, 59, Lindstrom, MN, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10. Jennifer L. Leacock, 42, St. Croix Falls, exceeding speed zones (1-10 mph), $175.30. Lanice L. Lincoln, 67, Circle Pines, MN, speeding in 55 mph zone (20-24 mph), $225.70. Brian M. Lytle, 34, Shell Lake, vehicle operator fail to wear seat belt, $10. Michael G. McGill, 59, Dellwood, MN, exceeding speed zones (1-10 mph), $175.30. Hunter J. McQuiston, 18, Osceola, exceeding speed zones (1-10 mph), $175.30. Colin D. Mueller, 51, Luck, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10. Terry A. Murphy, 51, Forest Lake, MN, operating a motor vehicle without insurance, $200.50; speeding in 55 mph zone (11-15 mph), $175.30. Roger J. Peterson, 56, Frederic, operate without valid license (1st violation), $200.50. Alfonso R. Escobedo, 40, Baldwin, operate without valid license (1st violation), $200.50. Blake S. Reber, 31, Dresser, speeding in 55 mph zone (16-19 mph), $200.50. Jason S. Rode, 44, Avondale, AZ, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10. Allen D. Roder, 59, Osceola, failure to yield right of way, $175.30. Rosemary A. Ruthy, 57, Chippewa Falls, speeding in 55 mph zone (1-10 mph), $175.30. Mariah L. Schrock, 23, Osceola,
Luck woman arrested after alleged seventh OWI BY JESSICA DE LA CRUZ EDITOR@THEAMERYFREEPRESS.COM
A Luck woman was having a less-than-lucky day during an August 3 visit to the Turtle Lake Casino. Merrill According to information released by the Wisconsin State Patrol, Anna M Merrill, 49, of Luck was
arrested for “driving under the influence of a controlled substance.” The State Patrol reports that the arrest was made while assisting Turtle Lake Police at approximately 12:45 p.m. She was taken to the hospital for a blood draw and then taken to the Barron County Jail.
Deceased man found in vehicle, investigation continues Barron County authorities are investigated a suspicious death that occurred north of Chetek on Sunday. According to a release sent by the Barron County Sheriff’s Department, Police responded to a 911 call at 8:00 Sunday morning reporting a male passed out behind the wheel of a car on 25th St at 9 ¾ Ave north of Chetek. Deputies from the Barron County Sheriff’s Department
along with the Chetek Ambulance Service and First Responders responded to the scene. When deputies arrived, they located a male subject, identified as Mark E. Johnson of Chetek, deceased in the vehicle. Sheriff’s officials report that it appeared Johnson had been placed on the floor on the passenger side of the vehicle. Detectives have questioned at least two subjects in refer-
ence to the suspicious death. Sheriff Chris Fitzgerald reports that this is an isolated incident and there is no threat to the public. “At this time, the death is being ruled suspicious and we are awaiting autopsy results.” he said.
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speeding in 55 mph zone (11-15 mph), $175.30. Frederick D. Shananaquet, 36, Turtle Lake, vehicle operator fail to wear seat belt, $10. Billy S. Smith, 27, St. Paul, MN, operating left of center line, $213.10; operate without valid license (1st violation), $200.50. Dustin J. Tiffany, 30, Spring Valley, vehicle operator fail to wear seat belt, $10. Carrie A. Tisdale, 33, Milltown, vehicle operator fail to wear seat belt, $10. Loretta E. Tourville, 59, Milltown, speeding in 55 mph zone (16-19 mph), $200.50. Andrew G. Tucker, 43, Somerset, speeding in 55 mph zone (1-10 mph), $175.30. Shawn M. Tusler, 45, Brooklyn Park, MN, inattentive driving, $187.90. John L. Updyke, 17, South St. Paul, MN, operate without valid license (1st violation), $200.50. Devon A. Williams, 19, Clayton, operating a motor vehicle without insurance, $200.50. Bryce Z. Wold, 23, Osceola, vehicle operator fail to wear seat belt, $10. Anthony P. Wolter, 77, Amery, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10. Corrina D. Woodhull, 35, Milaca, MN, speeding on semi urban highway (1-10 mph), $175.30. Bridget C. Woods, 36, Grantsburg, operating a motor vehicle without insurance, $200.50; speeding on semi urban highway (1-10 mph), $175.30.
Amery Police Report 07/28/2017 – 08/03/2017 07/28/17, 07:58AM, Welfare check 07/28/17, 10:57AM, Gas drive off 07/28/17, 11:10AM, Disturbance 07/28/17, 04:10PM, Motor vehicle accident 07/28/17, 08:03PM, Mental health call 07/28/17, 08:15PM, Suspicious activity 07/28/17, 10:35PM, Noise complaint 07/28/17, 11:29PM, Suspicious activity 07/29/17, 07:58AM, Animal control call 07/29/17, 09:40AM, Traffic complaint 07/29/17, 09:45AM, Juvenile call 07/29/17. 10:37AM, Warrant arrest/pick up 07/29/17, 12:02PM, Assist citizen 07/29/17, 01:57PM, Burglary report 07/29/17, 07:14PM, Welfare check 07/29/17, 08:51PM, Traffic complaint 07/29/17, 09:46PM, Traffic complaint 07/30/17, 01:20AM, Suspicious activity 07/31/17, 01:05AM, Assist citizen
07/31/17, 10:25AM, Animal control call 07/31/17, 12:01PM, Welfare check 07/31/17, 02:12PM, Juvenile call 07/31/17, 11:48PM, Vehicle lockout 08/01/17, 12:28AM, Mental health call 08/01/17, 12:57AM, Mental health call 08/01/17, 09:00AM, Assist other agency 08/01/17, 06:09PM, Welfare check 08/01/17. 06:27PM, Assist EMS 08/01/17, 08:41PM, Suspicious activity 08/02/17, 12:53AM, Suspicious activity 08/02/17, 05:19AM, Vehicle lockout 08/02/17, 12:03PM, Assist citizen 08/02/17, 01:30PM, Assist citizen 08/02/17, 06:38PM, 911 hang up 08/03/17, 06:52PM, Theft complaint 08/03/17, 06:55PM, Disturbance Arrests: Natasha Tyler, 28 of Lublin, WI. Warrant out of Clark County
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105 Years Ago August 1, 1912 Today the Farmers and Merchants Bank takes over the good will and stock of the Bank of Amery, which has been a fixture in banking circles in this locality for 20 years. The Farmers and Merchants Bank was established six years ago. Dr. H. E. Mooney had his right shoulder broken Saturday night while attending to a refractory bronco’s injured foot. The doctor is improving nicely and is attending to his practice again. John Burke has purchased a new buggy. H. L. Hagestad and family were down to the river fishing last week and came home with a nice mess of sunfish.
95 Years Ago August 3, 1922 Schools Enlarge A barracks is being built, as an addition to the little white schoolhouse, which will take care of the third grade for a few years, until conditions become normal again. This will temporarily relieve the congested condition of the High School. When school opens in September, preparations will be complete to receive as many of the rural school pupils as wish to come. An extra High School teacher, Miss Kuel of Stevens Point, has been engaged and basing our estimate on the percentage of gain in enrollment in the past two years, next year will surely be a hummer.
100 Years Ago August 11, 1927 Young Man Killed at Clear Lake Hedwin Benson, one of the best-known and most respected young men of this part of the county was accidently killed at about eight o’clock. He was alone in one of the milling rooms when the accident occurred but others in the mill heard a commotion and came to his assistance immediately, but found him on the floor with a fractured skull and a broken arm. He died without regaining consciousness. It is thought that he reached through a guard over a pulley and was caught in a high-speed belt. He died at 1:30 the same day.
New Limousine Hearse Chas. W. Stenberg Furniture Company has purchased a new limousine hearse of the very latest type. This will replace the Studebaker motor hearse, which has been in service a number of years and is a continuance of this company’s policy of keeping abreast of the times and of rendering unimpeachable service.
60 Years Ago August 8, 1957 Remodeling Causes Delay in School Opening School for youngsters attending classes in the Amery sys-
serious condition. The accident occurred while she was helping her husband cut oats. When a team of horses reared up, Mrs. Neumann attempted to calm them and was caught in the binder. Her husband was treated for minor injuries.
40 Years Ago August 2, 1977 Tornado Rips Through Clear Lake
Free Press to Celebrate 125th Anniversary This was the north end of main street back in the 1950’s. The Amery Free Press moved into the building vacated by the Amery Mercantile Company in 1950, which was south of Chet Johnson Drug. In 1972 the paper moved to the former Iverson Implement building and converted it into a newspaper office, stationery store, commercial printing plant and central printing plant. The Amery Free Press will be celebrating its 125th anniversary with an open house on August 18, from 1-4 p.m. at their present location 215 Keller Ave. Come join us!
tem will be one week later than originally planned according to announcement made this week by Supervising Principal D. K. Lien. “Chances are that we could be about ready, but the delay will give us the necessary time to clean up our remodeling mess,” commented Principal Lien in making the statement. The fall term will begin Tuesday, September 3, in the Amery schools, which includes Volga and Apple River Park schools. This marks the first year that the Amery district will operate two rural units. Extensive remodeling at both the Apple River Park and Volga schools is nearing completion. The schools became a part of the Amery district July 1 of this year. In Amery, the high school structure has been getting a facelift with new glass blocks being installed in place of the old windows. The blocks are replacing rotted, wooden sills and window frames.
70 Years Ago August 7, 1947 Hickory Point Sold For Bible Camp In a deal transacted last Friday the Minneapolis, Duluth and Northern Wisconsin circuits of the Lutheran Free church became owners of Hickory Point Resort, formerly owned by Mr. and Mrs. D. L. White. Pastors Ingvald Norum of Clayton and Olaf Braseth of Amery have been scouting around for some time looking for a Bible Camp site for the above-mentioned circuits. Several possible sites were considered. However, because of its location and layout they decided to recommend the purchase of Hickory Point. With a few alterations the resort will accommodate about 150 campers. A drive for the purpose of raising funds to pay for the property will be planned
in the near future. An auditorium will be erected as soon as possible. The new owners will take possession September 15 and the camp will be ready for operation next summer.
No Lifeguard at Beach After Aug. 9 Attention is called to the fact that after Saturday, August 9, there will be no lifeguard on duty at the local beach. After that time, the summer recreation program will be about done for another year.
Another Good Crop of Peas Canned O. A. Gabriel, manager of the local Lakeside Packing Co. plant, this week stated that another good year for canning peas is completed. The local pea crop was of average good quality and totaled 107,000 cases or about 2,500,000 cans. The entire output was handled in the plant with almost all local labor.
65 Years Ago July 31, 1952 Three Polio Cases Reported in Vicinity During the past week, three residents of this community have been transferred to Twin City hospitals for polio treatment. Allen Johnson, 11-year-old son of Mr. and Mrs. Ragnar Johnson residing north of Amery, has been found to be suffering from polio and is undergoing treatment at Kenny Institute in Minneapolis. In addition to this case, Mrs. Howard Stindle of East Lincoln and Bruce Johnson, 14-year-old son of Mr. and Mrs. Chester Johnson of Amery, are now hospitalized for polio. Mrs. Stindle was brought into University hospital Wednesday evening and is reported as recovering satisfactorily. Latest case to be reported, Bruce was taken to Kenny Institute Monday afternoon where
he is being treated. The crisis in his case has not yet been reached at the latest reports. While rumors are rampant concerning additional cases in this area, a careful check with authorities discloses that these are strictly gossip. All cases must be reported to health officials and are as stated in this story.
62 Youngsters Pass Test at Swimming School A record high of 165 swimmers took part in the annual Amery swimming school conducted at the local beach during the past two weeks. Sponsored jointly by the city of Amery and the Polk County Red Cross chapter, 62 of that total were awarded certificates for passing the requirements of the beginner, intermediate, swimmers and junior life saving stages.
Family Unhurt as Car Rolls Six persons in a St. Paul family escaped with only scratches and bruises when their car rolled over completely and landed right side up. The accident happened on the curve just east of the dam on county road “I” in Balsam Lake village on Sunday evening. Authorities said the car apparently was going too fast to make the turn and left the roadway. Four children ages four, two, one and a half and five months and a sister of the father, were all thrown from the car as it rolled.
60 Years Ago August 1, 1957 Binder Accident Victim Improves A farmwoman who lost her left leg and right arm in a grain binder accident Saturday, July 20, is making a good recovery in the Ladd Memorial Hospital, Osceola. She is Mrs. Clemens Neumann, 38, mother of five children, who underwent further surgery Sunday. She is still in
Twin tornado funnels struck the “tri-county corner” of Polk, Barron and St. Croix counties about 6:30 p.m. on Saturday. When it was over, two persons required treatment at St. Paul Ramsey hospital, two houses and three barns were totally destroyed, and several animals were killed. Eyewitnesses said that the funnels formed over St. Croix county touching down first at the Burtis Rosen farm where a barn was destroyed. The twin funnels then parted and skirted a new home recently constructed by Art Bergman. The Roger Martin residence was next in the path of the storm. Martin’s home is the only structure in Polk affected by the tornado. “What can I say, it’s the end of a dream,” declared Martin on Sunday morning as he sat in the rubble, which once was his home. Martin and his wife had spent six years building the structure out of native rock and had recently completed the upper level. “It was all over in a second,” said Martin. The family saw the funnels coming and took shelter in the basement. A car and tractor-drawn plow owned by the Martins was blown across the road. Not so fortunate were the Dwight Dunkins who both suffered injuries and were taken to St. Paul Ramsey hospital for treatment. Dunkin had a kidney removed along with part of his liver in St. Paul. He also suffered head injuries and was listed in critical condition. His wife, Liz, suffered severe lacerations and cuts, but was released from the hospital on Monday. Relatives of the Dunkins said Dwight had just finished chores and was returning to the house when he spotted the funnels. Apparently, he yelled for his wife to get in the car. As they attempted to get in the car the storm hit. The house was completely removed from the foundation and dumped in a field. In addition, a barn was completely demolished and four cows killed. Dunkin’s car was hurled about 300 yards through the air and dumped on its top in a field northeast of the house. A pickup was also moved about 100 feet and wrecked by the storm. By this time the alert had been sounded in Clear Lake located about four miles west of the devastation.
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AREA CHURCHES AMERY FREE LUTHERAN, 1 mile west of golf course on CTH F, Eric Christenson, pastor www.ameryflc.org Every Sunday: 9:15 a.m. Worship Service; nursery available during worship. Call the church office for details 715-268-9218 APPLE RIVER COMMUNITY, 942 Hwy. 8, Amery Justin Hosking, pastor Sunday: 9:30 a.m. Sunday school for all ages; 10:15 a.m. Coffee & Fellowship; 10:30 a.m. Worship/Children’s Church. Wednesday: 10 a.m. Men’s Bible Study. BALSAM LUTHERAN, 1115 Mains Crossing, Amery Sunday, Aug. 13: 9:30 a.m. Social Ministry Committee; 9:30 a.m. Fellowship time; 10:15 a.m. Holy Worship. Tuesday, Aug. 15: 8:30 a.m. Quilting. CENTERPOINT, 740 Maple Drive, St. Croix Falls (High school) Dick Enerson, pastor Sunday: 10-11:15 a.m. Worship celebration; Children’s church (SuperKidz) age 4-5th grade; Nursery (KidzKorner) birth-3 years. Cell Groups (small group Bible studies) offered throughout the week. CHURCH OF CHRIST, St. Croix Falls Jack Philips, evangelist Sunday: 9:30 a.m. Bible Study; 10:45 a.m. Worship. Wednesday: 7 p.m. Bible Study and Devotions. CLEAR LAKE UNITED METHODIST, John Hazen, pastor Sunday: 8:30 a.m. Worship. Wednesday: 5:30 p.m. Meal for all; 6 p.m. Church school. CONGREGATIONAL, 201 N. Harriman Ave., Amery Barry Schaefer, pastor Wednesday, Aug. 9: 10 a.m. Money Management Morning Series; 6:45 p.m. Money Management Class. Thursday, Aug. 10: 9:30 a.m. Senior Dining Hall opens; 5:30 p.m. Women’s Bible Study. Friday, Aug. 11: 9 a.m. Pastoral Leaders; 9:30 a.m. Senior Dining Hall opens. Saturday, Aug. 12: 6 a.m. Food set-up; 8 a.m. Car Care; 9 a.m. Ruby’s Pantry registration ends, distribution begins. Sunday, Aug. 13: 10 a.m. Worship service. Monday, Aug. 14: 9:30 a.m. Senior Dining hall opens; 7 p.m. Boy Scouts. Tuesday, Aug. 15: 6:30 a.m. Men’s Bible Study; 9:30 a.m. Senior Dining Hall opens, DEER PARK UNITED METHODIST, John Hazen, pastor Sunday: 11 a.m. Worship.
DERONDA LUTHERAN, 1239 65th Ave., Amery Lori Peper, pastor 715-268-9577 Sunday, Aug. 13: 11 a.m. Worship; 4 p.m Ukulele Club; 7 p.m. Confirmation Campfire at Pastor Lori’s; 8 p.m. HS Campfire at Pastor Lori’s. See our website for up-to-date scheduling www.deronda church.net EAST BALSAM BAPTIST, 1816 108th St./CTH I, Balsam Lake, Gabriel Brennan, pastor www.eastbalsam.org 715-857-5411 Sunday: 9 a.m. Worship service; 10:30 a.m. Sunday school. Tuesday: Women’s Ministry; 9 a.m. Bible Study. EAST IMMANUEL LUTHERAN, south of Amery on Hwy. 46 then west on 20th Ave., Kathy Pennington, pastor Wednesday, Aug. 9: 7 p.m. Council meeting. Sunday, Aug. 6: 10 a.m. Worship. Tuesday, Aug. 8: 9 a.m. Quilting; 5 p.m. Serve at Serenity Home. EAST LINCOLN ALLIANCE, 735 70th Ave., Amery 715-268-2350 www.eastlincolnalliance.com Eric Danielson and Randy Schussman, pastors Sunday: 8:45 a.m. Prayer Meeting; 9 a.m. Coffee and Fellowship; 9:30 a.m. Worship service. Child Care and Discovery Land for children are provided during Worship service. Small groups meet throughout the week. Contact the church office for further details. Recharge for Middle and High School students, 6 p.m. every Wednesday. EL SALEM BAPTIST/TWIN FALLS CHRISTIAN CENTER, Dresser, Darryl R. Olson, pastor Sunday 9:30 a.m. Sunday school; 10:35 a.m. Worship; 6 p.m. Sunday evening. Wednesday: 7 p.m. Bible Study. ELIM LUTHERAN, Range Sunday: 8:30 a.m. Worship. Holy Communion 1st and 3rd Sundays. FAITH LUTHERAN (ELCA), 301 1st Ave. East, Balsam Lake , Diane Norstad, pastor Sunday: 9:30 a.m. Sunday worship; 10:40 a.m. Sunday school. Wednesday evening Confirmation classes. FAITH LUTHERAN (ELCA), 134 Prentice St. S, Clayton Margaret Grant, pastor Sunday: 9 a.m. Sunday school; 9:45 a.m. Worship; 10:45 a.m. Fellowship. Men’s Bible Study 2nd Sunday 6 p.m. Mission Quilting Tuesdays 9 a.m.
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“Sitting down, Jesus called the Twelve and said, ‘Anyone who wants to be first must be the very last, and the servant of all.’” —Mark 9:35 NIV
hat would happen if we changed our job title to servant, even if only in our imagination? How would this change our attitude about being asked to help or do things not explicitly mentioned in our job description? Many become indignant when asked to clean or do things at work that they consider beneath them. But aren’t we all called to serve our fellow man as part of our calling as Christians, and if we are given the opportunity to do this at work, shouldn’t we consider this a blessing. It is a bit strange that paid employees take umbrage at being asked to clean up a spill or help someone when they are, indeed, being paid to do it. Government employees and public officials are sometimes described as public servants, and many police departments use the phrase “to protect and serve” as their motto. We should all take this notion to heart, and actively look for ways that we can be more like a faithful servant at work and at home. – Christopher Simon
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FIRST LUTHERAN, 240 Elm St., Amery Tim Bjorge, pastor Wednesday, Aug. 9: 5 p.m. Church in Society; 7 p.m. Council. Thursday, Aug. 10: 8:30 a.m. Quilters; 7 p.m. Al Anon. Saturday, Aug. 12: 8 a.m. Car Care. Sunday, Aug. 13: 9 a.m. Worship, 125th Anniversary, Mystery Guest Preacher. Tuesday, Aug. 15: 6:30 p.m. Sons of Norway. FIRST LUTHERAN (LCMC), 811 South Ave. W, Clear Lake www.firstluthclearlake.com Bryan S. Anderson, pastor Sunday, Aug. 13: 8:30 a.m. Contemporary Worship; 9:30 a.m. Fellowship; 10 a.m. Traditional Worship; 11 a.m. Fellowship; 11 a.m. Ad Hoc Centennial Committee meeting; 6-8 p.m. Knotty Pine 4-H meeting. Monday, Aug. 14: 10 a.m. Staff meeting; 3 p.m. Service at Golden Age Manor. Tuesday, Aug. 15: 9 a.m. Quilting. FIRST PRESYTERIAN, 719 Nevada St., St. Croix Falls Barbara Anne Keely, pastor Sunday: 10:15 a.m. Coffee and Fellowship; 11 a.m. Worship. FOREST UNITED METHODIST, John Hazen, pastor Sunday: 9:45 a.m. Worship. FULL GOSPEL LIGHTHOUSE, Graytown Merlin Burton, pastor Sunday: 10:30 a.m. Sunday school; 11 a.m. Worship. GEORGETOWN LUTHERAN-ELCA, 877 190th Ave. Co. Rd. G, Balsam Lake (Fox Creek) 715-857-5580 serving@georgetownlutheran.net Pastor Diane House Sunday: 9:15 a.m. Sunday school; 10:30 a.m. Worship; Communion 1st and 3rd Sunday. GRACE LUTHERAN - WELS, 460 4th St., Clear Lake, Ellery W. Groth, pastor 715-491-4330 Sunday service 8:30 a.m. Bible Class Thursday morning 10 a.m. Ladies Aid 2nd Thursday of month 2:30 p.m. HOLY TRINITY ORTHODOX, 511 1st St., Clayton, 715-948-2493 htoc@amerytel.net Chris Wojcik, pastor Sundays: 9:30 a.m. Divine Liturgy. HOLY TRINITY UNITED METHODIST, 1606 165th Ave., Centuria, on CTH I between Balsam Lake and Centuria Freddie Kirk, pastor Sunday: 8:30 a.m. Worship. IMMANUEL EV. LUTHERAN (LCMS), 124 E. Church St., Clayton ImmLCLCMS@centurytel.net 715-541-2955 Gregory Becker, pastor Sunday: 9 a.m. Divine Worship. Wednesday: 6:30 p.m. Family Christian Education. IMMANUEL LUTHERAN, 65th Ave., rural Clayton Margaret Grant, pastor Immanuel: 8:30 a.m. Worship. JOURNEY CHURCH (formerly First Baptist), 131 Broadway St., Amery 715-268-2223 office@journeychurch.city Sunday: Worship service 9-10:15 a.m. All ages SS does not meet during the summer but we will begin on Sept. 10 from 10:30-11:30 a.m. Monday: 1:30-2:30 Moms in Prayer Group (during the school year). Wednesday: No Wednesday night activities until the fall (we begin Sept. 20 from 6-7:30 p.m). Saturday: 7-8 a.m. Men’s Bible Study at Ida Mae’s. LITTLE FALLS LUTHERAN, 1272 44th Ave., Amery Lori Peper, pastor 715-268-9577 Thursday, Aug. 10: 9 a.m. LF Quilting; 1 p.m. LF WELCA. Sunday, Aug. 13: 8 a.m. Worship; 9:15 a.m. Little Falls Semi-Annual meeting; 4 p.m. Ukulele Club at Deronda; 7 p.m. Confirmation Campfire at Pastor Lori’s; 8 p.m. HS Campfire at Pastor Lori’s. See our website for up-to-date scheduling www.little fallschurch.net LIVING WORD CHAPEL, Hwy 64 at Forest Randy Dean, pastor Sunday: 8:45-9:45 a.m. Sunday school; 10 am. Main service. Wednesday: 7:30 pm. Adults and Teen Ministry. MENNONITE CHURCH, 1681 6 1/2 St., Co. Hwy. P North, Almena, 715-357-3321 Sunday: 10 a.m. Sunday school, all ages; 10:45 a.m. Sunday worship service; 7:45 p.m. Sunday evening service. MOE LUTHERAN (ELCA), 451 30th St., Clear Lake Sunday: 10 a.m. Fellowship; 11 a.m. Worship; Potluck lunch 2nd Sunday. Men’s Bible Study 2nd Sunday 6 p.m. Women’s Bible Study 2nd Thursday 1:30 p.m.
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AREA CHURCHES CONTINUED . . . NEW LIFE COMMUNITY, Amery Craig Jorgenson, pastor Sunday: 10 a.m. Worship. Tuesday: 6:30 p.m. Prayer. Wednesday: 6:30 p.m. Youth; 7 p.m. Adult Bible. OTTERCREEK CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP, Glenwood City Civic Center, Jason Taylor, pastor Sunday: 10:30 a.m. Worship; Children’s church, childcare provided. Wednesday Night Prayer. OUR LADY OF THE LAKES CATHOLIC, Balsam Lake Father Eugene Murphy, pastor Masses: Saturday 6 p.m., Sunday 8:30 a.m. OUR SAVIOR’S LUTHERAN, 217 Deronda St., Amery Keith Ruehlow, pastor Wednesday, Aug. 9: 12 p.m. Men’s Table Talk; 1:30 p.m. Abigil Circle at Dee’s. Thursday, Aug. 10: 8:15 a.m. Weigh In; 8:30 a.m. Bible Study; 1:30 p.m. Matha Circle. Sunday, Aug. 13: 9 a.m. Worship with Holy Communion; 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Chicken BBQ Dinner. Monday, Aug. 14: 5:30 p.m. Women of the ELCA Gathering. Tuesday, Aug. 15: 1 p.m. Quilting. PRAIRIEVIEW COVENANT, 1396 210th Ave. (2 miles north of New Richmond on 65) Joe Sir, pastor www.prairieviewchurch.net Sunday: 9 a.m. Sunday school, nursery care; 10 a.m. Worship service, nursery care. REDEEMER LUTHERAN, 600 S. Keller Ave., Amery Tom Hahn, pastor Sunday: 9:30 a.m. Worship; 10:30 a.m. Fellowship. Monday: 10 a.m. Women’s Bible Study. REEVE EVANGELICAL FREE, Jct. Barron CTH K & A, Clear Lake, www.reevechurch.org Sunday: 9 am. Worship service; 10:15 a.m. Fellowship Time. Wednesday nights: 6:30-7:30 p.m. Adult Bible Study and Prayer; Kids Club, Jr. & Sr. High Youth Group (Sept.-May). A variety of small groups (AA, men’s & women’s) are also held throughout the week.
ST. BARNABAS EPISCOPAL, 365 5th St., Clear Lake, Rev. Geri E. Sola Sunday: 9:15 a.m. Sunday school; 10:15 a.m. Worship. Holy Communion 1st and 3rd Sunday at 10:15 a.m. Morning Prayer 2nd and 4th Sunday at 10:15 ST. CROIX UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST FELLOWSHIP, 201 N. Adams, St. Croix Falls 715-483-1113 Sunday: 10 a.m. First, second and third Sunday, 715-5533386. ST. JOHN’S CATHOLIC, Clear Lake, Fr. John Long, pastor Mass: 8 a.m. Wednesday. Mass: 8 a.m. Thursday. Mass: 10:30 a.m. Sunday. ST. JOSEPH CATHOLIC, 1050 Keller Ave. N, Amery Father Eugene Murphy 715-268-7717 www.stjosephamery.org Weekly Mass, Communion service schedule: Saturday 4 p.m. Mass. Sunday 10:30 a.m. Mass. Tuesday 9 a.m. Communion Service. Wednesday 9 a.m. Mass. Thursday: 1st, 2nd and 3rd Thursdays, Communion Service is held at local nursing homes. Friday 9 a.m. Communion Service. Special events: Sunday, Aug. 13: SJ Golf Outing; Monday, Aug. 14: Ladies Lunch 12 p.m. at Village Pizzeria, Blood Drive 12:45-4:45 p.m.; Tuesday, Aug. 15: Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Mass at St. Joseph at 6 p.m. ST. JOHN LUTHERAN, Forest, John Wilman, pastor Sunday, Aug. 13: 8 a.m. Worship; 9 a.m. Coffee Fellowship. Tuesday, Aug. 15: 1 p.m. Bible Study. ST. PAUL LUTHERAN, Deer Park, John Wilman, pastor Wednesday, Aug. 9: Pastor visiting shut-ins. Sunday, Aug 13: 9 a.m. Coffee Fellowship; 9:30 a.m. Worship; 10:30 a.m. Planning Council meeting. Tuesday, Aug. 15: 6:30 p.m. Bible Study.
Barron County Register of Deeds to speak at Genealogy Society Meeting Barron County Register of Deeds Margo Katterhagen will present a program on how to use the Register of Deeds office for family history research. The Blue Hills Genealogical Society is sponsoring the program Mon., Aug. 14 at the Barron Senior Center (located in the Library Complex), 12 N. 3rd St., Barron. The program is free and open to the public and will start with hospitality at 6:30 and program at 7:00 p.m. She will discuss new rules and regulations that affect genealogists and data that is available in the Barron office. In 1848 the Wisconsin constitution established the Register of Deeds as a permanent element of the county-level government structure. Each of the 72 Wisconsin counties has a Register of Deeds. The Register of Deeds files, records and issues instruments and documents of significance to both the community as a whole and to its individual citizens. Vital records document the span of our life from birth to death. Each year many millions of dollars in transactions under the Uniform Commercial Code are represented in documents filed to record the interests and obligation of the parties in such commercial trans-
actions. The Register of Deeds office also maintains real property indexes regarding transactions to a particular piece of property. The Blue Hills Genealogical Society is also holding a fund raising sale at Culver’s in Rice Lake on Tues., Sept. 12 from 4:00-7:00. Funds raised will go towards maintaining their Resource Center which houses genealogical data and materials collected and preserved for research purposes. The Resource Center is located at 410 E. LaSalle, Suite C, enter via the back door. It is open Mondays from 2:00-6:00 p.m. and is free to the public. Hundreds of Barron County records of genealogical value are housed in the Center. If you have materials of genealogical value that you would like to donate to the Society, please call president Gloria Dobberfuhl at 715-637-5579. To join the Blue Hills Genealogical Society, go to their website www.rootsweb.ancestry.com/~wibhgsbc or come to a meeting. A Pioneer and Century certificate program is sponsored by the Society for those who had ancestors living in Barron County either by 1871 or 100 years ago. Check out the website or call Mrs. Dobberfuhl for details on how to apply for these certificates.
SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST, 76 20th Ave., Clear Lake John Redlich, pastor Saturday: 9:30 a.m. Bible Study; 11 a.m. Worship service; Head Elder David Scott 715-263-3367. Mid-week service: Wednesday 7 p.m. THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS (Mormons), 644 S. 6th St., Barron Chapel 715-537-3679 Bishop Kenneth Konesky 715-719-0283 Sunday: Sacrament 10 a.m.; Sunday School/Primary 11:20 a.m.; Priesthood/Relief Society 12:10 p.m. TRINITY LUTHERAN of Garfield, 1578 85th Ave., Amery Lori Peper, pastor 715-268-9577 Sunday, Aug. 13: 9:30 a.m. Worship; 4 p.m. Ukulele Club at Deronda; 7 p.m Confirmation Campfire at Pastor Lori’s; 8 p.m. HS Campfire at Pastor Lori’s. See our website for up-to-date scheduling www.trinity lutheranchurchofamery.com UNITED COVENANT, 348 5th St. NW, Clear Lake Dan Pearson, pastor Saturday, Aug. 12: 7 a.m. Men’s Prayer Breakfast. Sunday, Aug. 13: 9 a.m. Worship Team 2; 10 a.m. Outdoor worship service. Tuesday, Aug. 15: 8 a.m. Sweet Hour of Prayer; 6:30 p.m. Leadership Team meeting. UNITED METHODIST, GLENHILLS PARISH Marybeth Scow, pastor Emerald UMC: 8:30 a.m. Worship with Sunday school. Glenwood City UMC: 9:45 a.m. Worship with Sunday school. Downing UMC: 11 a.m. Worship with Sunday school. WEST IMMANUEL LUTHERAN, ELCA, 447 180th St., Osceola, Rexford D. Brandt, pastor Sundays: 9 a.m. Worship followed by Coffee Fellowship. Communion will be the 1st and 3rd Sundays. WORD OF LIFE FELLOWSHIP, Clear Lake Patricia and Harlen Wienke, pastors Sunday: 10 a.m. Worship. Tuesday: 9 a.m. Healing Rooms by appointment. Wednesday: 7 p.m. Adult Bible Study.
Center’s Saturday night event Roger Harrison will be performing at the Lighthouse Center, 315 S. Main St., Rice Lake WI on Saturday, August 12th from 7:00 – 9:00 p.m. With his guitar, Roger plays and sings all styles
of gospel music which many he has written. He also shares his love for God and how God has helped him through many struggles in his life. Admission is free,
snacks available for a small donation. There will be a free will offering. Come and and bring the family for an enjoyable evening of good music. For more information call 715-790-3665.
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Fred H. Warmuth, age 94 of Clear Lake, WI, died early Thursday, August 3, 2017 at the Amery Hospital in Amery, WI. Fred Herbert Warmuth was born on December 23, 1922 in Quinnesec, MI the son of Gottfried and Eleanor (Johnson) Warmuth. He grew up in Quinnesec, MI and attended school there. During the Great Depression, Fred joined the Civilian Conservation Corps and worked on many parks and construction projects in Michigan's Upper Peninsula. At the age of 21, he enlisted in the US Army during World War II. During this time he served in the Pacific Theater, participating in the Liberation of the Philippines and New Guinea. Fred was honorably discharged in 1945, receiving a bronze star for his service. On October 4, 1952, he was married to Arliss Berends at St. Cecelia’s Catholic Church in Thiensville, WI. Together they made their home in Mequon, WI and raised three children, Brian, Jodi, and Jennifer. During that time, Fred worked as a steel worker for A.O. Smith in Milwaukee, WI retiring after 33 years. In 1983 Fred and Arliss moved to Clear Lake, WI to be closer to her family. He was an active member of St. John’s Catholic Church in Clear Lake and lifetime member of the Clear Lake VFW. In 2012, Fred participated in an “Honor Flight” to Washington DC to view the WWII Memorial. In his spare time he enjoyed watching the Packers, Brewers and Cubs, hunting, fishing, golfing, and woodworking. Fred especially loved to spend time visiting with his family and many friends. Fred will be remembered as a hard worker, good provider and willing to lend a hand to anyone in need. He will be sorely missed by all. Fred is preceded in death by his wife, Arliss Warmuth; parents, Gottfried and Eleanor Warmuth; sister, Gertrude (Fred) Lundamo; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, Carl Holl, Dolores and Harold Lechner, Hub and Elaine Cress, Angeline and Melvin Olson, Adelaide and Lemoine Brathal, Adeline and Ralph Larson, Vivian and Buddy Booth, Willis Smith, and Francis (Slim) Berends. Survived by son, Brian (Carol) Warmuth of Ketchikan, AK; daughters, Jodi (Jim) Rosenthal of Jackson, WI, and Jennifer (Tracy) Pelzel of Elmwood, WI; grandchildren, Anna Warmuth, Cole Pelzel and Sara Pelzel; sister, Pauline Holl of Wausau, WI; sisters-inlaw and brother-in-law, Audrey Smith of Chetek, WI, Evelyn Berends of New Richmond, WI, and Tom and Joanne Donahue of Madison, WI; many nieces, nephews, family and friends. Mass of Christian Burial was on Monday, August 7, 2017 at St. John’s Catholic Church in Clear Lake with Fr Jim Brinkman officiating. Music was provided by Yoshiko Shakel and St. John’s Choir. Visitation was on Sunday, August 6, 2017 at the Scheuemann-Hammer Funeral Home and one hour before the service on Wednesday at the church Interment will be at the St. John’s Catholic Cemetery in Glenwood City, WI Scheuermann Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Clear Lake handled the arrangements. www.clearlakefuneralhome.com
Beatrice Marjorie Johnsrud Stoddard, age 88, of Amery passed away Sunday, August 6, 2017. She was born in Spring Grove, MN on May 31, 1929 to William and Levina (Doely) Johnsrud. She graduated from Spring Grove High School in May ’47 and enrolled at Luther College in Decorah IA in the fall. She met Alan Stoddard in April and they married in September. While Al finished his education at Luther, Bea worked as secretary to the owner-manager of the Decorah Posten, a noted Norwegian language newspaper in Decorah. Bea was a part owner of Lee’s Carpet and Decorating 1985-1992 and served as a valued member of the West Central Wisconsin Private Industry Council 1984-89 and was the chair of the organization 1987-88. Bea was an active member of First Lutheran Church in Amery. Bea was preceded in death by son, Christen; and sisters, Lucille Onstad, Wyllian Griffith, Idella Bergsgaard, Ruth Simpson and Dagny Lake. She is survived by husband Alan; sons, Gregory (Teri) of Reading, PA, and Scott (Nanci) of Lakeville MN; four grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Funeral Services will be held at First Lutheran Church in Amery at 11 a.m. Saturday, August 12 with Pastor Tim Bjorge officiating. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service at the Church. Interment will be at Amery Cemetery following the service on Saturday. To sign an online guest book and view a video tribute please visit www.williamsonwhite.com Arrangements were entrusted to the Williamson-White Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 222 Harriman Avenue North Amery, Wisconsin.
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Josie N. Lehnartz Josie Nichole Lehnartz was born in Amery, Wisconsin on September 15, 2003 the daughter of Justin Lehnartz and Erin Waller. Josie attended school in Turtle Lake, Wisconsin where she enjoyed playing softball, volleyball and basketball. She also belonged to the Turtle Lake FFA. Josie loved horses, fishing and hunting. She also enjoyed time watching truck pulls and crafting. Josie passed away at her home in rural Turtle Lake, Wisconsin on Sunday, August 6, 2017 at the age of 13. Josie was preceded in death by her great grandmother Ruth McNeal, great-grandpa Hiliary Lehnartz and her Uncle Jesse Hughes. She is survived by her parents Justin (Kimberly) Lehnartz and Erin (Michael) Waller; brothers, Devon Lehnartz and Cooper Lehnartz; sister, Nevaeh Koch; grandparents, Randy (Christine) Combs, Tom (Chris) Hughes, Floyd Kevin Waller and Mary Lou Waller; aunts, Michelle (Eric) Waller and Ruthanne (Mike) Gray; uncle Tom Johnson; as well as other relatives and friends. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, August 12, 2017 at 3:00 p.m. at the Williamson-White Funeral Chapel in Amery. There will be visitation at the Funeral Home on Friday from 4 to 7 p.m. and for the hour prior to the service. You may sign an online guestbook and view a video tribute at www.williamsonwhite.com. The Williamson-White Funeral Home and Cremation Services assisted the family.
Evelyn Elaine Waidelich was born on July 17, 1926 in Bradford Township near Cambridge, Minnesota. She was the daughter of Henning John and Olga (Jacobson) Joing. She grew up in the Oxlip area, but attended high school in Cambridge. She was married to Donald Dahl in June of 1944 and two children were born to this union, Sharonne and Douglas. They made their home in Minneapolis. Evelyn moved back to Cambridge and in June of 1948 was united in marriage to Jesse J. Waidelich. A daughter Julie was born while living in Cambridge. They purchased a locker plant and moved to Deer Park, Wisconsin 1952. Three more children were born, Jesse A., Jody and Jennifer. Over the years Evelyn worked as a waitress at Langford Café in Minneapolis, Cambridge Eat Shop and the Laurel Supper Club. When they, along with their son Jesse, built a new locker plant in Deer Park in 1977 she was the bookkeeper until retiring. In retirement they spent their winters in Apache Junction, Arizona. Evelyn also enjoyed cooking, canning and sewing. Evelyn passed away at the Amery Hospital on Monday evening, August 7, 2017. Evelyn was preceded in death by her parents, husband Jesse J., son Douglas Dahl; son-in-law Michael Walsh; great grandsons Jerid and Jed Haasnoot; sisters: Edna Hinytzke and Joyce Jensen as well as a brother Kenneth Joing. Surviving family members include children: Sharonne (Gary) Tulgren, Julie Walsh, Jesse A. (Lynnette) Waidelich, Jody (Jim) Faschingbauer, and Jennifer (Kevin) Luke; 15 grandchildren; 19 great grandchildren; 5 great great grandchildren as well as other relatives and friends. Funeral services will be held on Friday August 11, 2017 at 11:00 a.m. at the Williamson-White Funeral Home. Visitation will be Thursday from 4 to 7 p.m. at the funeral home and also for the hour prior to the service. Interment will be at the Calvary Cemetery in Deer Park, Wisconsin. You may sign an online guestbook and view a video tribute at www.williamsonwhite.com. The Williamson-White Funeral Home and Cremation services assisted the family.
Herbert C. Buck Herbert C. Buck was born on March 11, 1941 in St. Paul, Minnesota the son of Howard and Minerva (Dunn) Buck. Herb was a lifelong employee of 3M where he worked for over 30 years. He was united in marriage to Anita G. Rooney and together they had two children. Herb was an avid hunter and fisherman and enjoyed the outdoors. He was also an antique collector and loved the area casinos. Herb passed away at the age of 76 on August 3, 2017. Herb was preceded in death by his parents, Howard and Minerva Buck; wife, Anita Buck; and son, David Buck. Surviving family members include his daughter, Diana Buck; granddaughter, Tara Christianson (Travis Hamilton); great grandchildren, Aliyah, Alexis, Tyler and Trenton Hamilton. He also leaves brothers, Richard (June) Buck and Roger (Arlene) Buck; as well as nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends. Memorial services will be held on Sunday, August 13, 2017 at 2:00 p.m. at the Williamson-White Funeral Home, 222 Harriman Ave. N., Amery, WI. There will be visitation from noon until 2:00 pm on Sunday prior to the service. You may sign an online guestbook and view a video tribute at www.williamsonwhite.com. Arrangements were entrusted to the WilliamsonWhite Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Amery.
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Polk County Fair Carcass Show awards championships
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Hannah Germain, Osceola, had the Total Performance Grand Champion Hog. Her brother, Matt, accepted the award. The trophy is sponsored by Margo Rosen, Carlson SV. Josh Bartholomew of Oxbo purchased the animal.
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Kendra Bramsen, Centuria, had the Total Performance Grand Champion Goat. The trophy was awarded by Margo Rosen, Carlson SV.
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Britta Hibbs, Frederic, had the Reserve Total Performance Beef. Troy Johnson of Industrial Tools & Plastics purchased the animal.
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Emma Wothe, Amery, had the Total Performance Grand Champion Beef. The trophy was awarded by Margo Rosen, Carlson SV. Mike Wothe of Cardinal Glass purchased the animal.
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Brianna Lee, Dresser, had the Total Performance Grand Champion Sheep. The trophy was awarded by Margo Rosen, Carlson SV.
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Daniel Haase, Somerset, had the Total Performance Reserve Champion Hog. The trophy was presented by Tim Swenson.
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Cole Jakupciak, Clayton, had the Sheep Carcass Champion. The trophy was awarded by Jake Greenberg of Compeer Financial.
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Natalee Bjornstad, Osceola, had the Total Performance Reserve Champion Goat. The trophy was presented by Craig Scholz.
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4-H, FFA exhibitors win awards on Thursday
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Britta Hibbs,Frederic, had the Champion Beef Carcass. The trophy is sponsored by Jake Greenberg (left) of Compeer Financial. The buyer is Troy Johnson of Industrial Tools & Plastics.
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Ashton Anderson, Osceola, had the Champion Hog Carcass. The trophy was accepted by Daniel Haase. The trophy is sponsored by Jake Greenberg (left) of Compeer Financial.
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Natalee Bjornstad, Osceola, had the Champion Goat Carcass. The trophy was awarded by Jake Greenberg of Compeer Financial.
Tyler Sanford-Bjornstad, Osceola, had the Reserve Champion Goat Carcass . The trophy was awarded by Margo Rosen of Carlson SV.
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Brianna Lee, Dresser, had the Reserve Champion Sheep Carcass. The trophy was awarded by Craig Scholz.
Joe Glenna, Amery, had the Total Performance Reserve Champion Sheep. Mike Wothe of Cardinal Glass bought the animal.
Hannah Germain, Osceola, had the Reserve Champion Swine Carcass . The trophy was accepted by her brother, Matt. Josh Bartholomew of Oxbo purchased the animal.
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Trent Albee, Cumberland, had the Reserve Champion Beef Carcass. Kelsey Faschingbauer of Amery Chiropractic bought the animal.
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Polk County Fair Carcass Show awards championships
Fair attendance down from 2016 Final attendance numbers from the 2017 Polk County Fair show a total of 38,616 people attended the four day event in St. Croix Falls. In 2016, 39,385 people attended the fair. This year’s attendance was down 769 from last year. Here are the attendance totals by day: Thursday.......................................... 10,125 Friday ............................................... 10,165 Saturday............................................. 9,457 Sunday ...............................................8,869 Total ................................................. 28,616
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Essie Whitehead, Amery FFA, was awarded the first annual Premium Swine Exhibitor trophy. The trophy was sponsored by Tyler Kuhl, Kuhl Show Pigs.
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The Youth Carcass Judging Contest was won by Mattie Newman, Pleasant Lake 4-H. Newman had a perfect score. The trophy was awarded by Craig Scholz.
Miracle dog: Story of Wisconsin canine resonates with many BY ANNA MARIE LUX JANESVILLE GAZETTE
JANESVILLE, Wis. (AP) — One look at Miracle explains her power to comfort people. Her pleasant face seems caught in a smile. Her demeanor suggests fast friendship. Her golden hair is soft and inviting to stroke, the Janesville Gazette reported . But the 3-year-old golden retriever has more than good looks and charm. She has an inspiring story, which owners Bill and Kathy Schendt believe will bring hope into the lives of others. Miracle was never expected to survive after birth. Born to a private breeder in Edgerton, the dog inhaled birth fluids and developed a massive lung infection. “She was in puppy ICU for three weeks,” Kathy said. “The vet gave her one last antibiotic shot.” To everyone’s surprise, Miracle survived. But her troubles were not over. When she walked strangely, her vet discovered from an X-ray that she did not have a proper hip joint. With her disability, Miracle would never be a show dog like her champion father and grandfather. Miracle’s original owner contacted the Schendts of Janesville and asked if they would be willing to take the 3-month-old puppy. Longtime dog lovers, they wel-
comed the playful youngster. But Kathy and Bill wanted Miracle to succeed. They took her on short walks and to pool therapy at Dunkin’ Dawgs in Janesville, where dogs swim for therapy, exercise and fun. Today, 55-pound Miracle is a testimony to the power of exercise and perseverance. “Muscle has taken over her left side,” Kathy said. “She runs. She jumps. She’s a miracle.” Nancy Long of Dunkin’ Dawgs has worked with Miracle since she was a puppy. “We needed to build her hip muscles,” Long said. “She did lots of swimming. We also did massage and range of motion exercises in the pool.” Today the dog’s disability is barely noticeable. “You would never know she had a problem,” Long said. In addition to weekly swim sessions, the Schendts eventually took Miracle to a dog obedience school. Then Miracle attended advanced training known as the Canine Good Citizen. At the end of June, Miracle took another leap in her education and graduated from therapy-dog training offered by Scott and Tina Lindner of Das Hund Haus, Evansville. Not all dogs meet the challenge. “I would say that one out of 100 can be a therapy dog,” Scott said. As part of her training, Miracle
visited a detention center, a school and a nursing home to see how she responded. “Miracle did absolutely fabulous,” Scott said. “People gravitate to her because of her demeanor and how she looks. When they hear her story, they relate to it because somewhere in their lives they had problems, too.” Miracle has a knack for being a different dog in different situations. She settles down in nursing homes but gears up in places where people are more active. In the Alzheimer’s unit of a care center, Miracle walked up to a client and softly put her head on the woman’s lap. Scott calls training therapy dogs a “huge commitment, but the joy and happiness they bring to the people they meet is absolutely priceless.” The Schendts look forward to sharing Miracle with others. Bill, who recently retired from Blain Supply, has volunteered for Agrace Hospice & Palliative Care since 1998. He wants to visit patient with Miracle. He and Kathy see it as another step forward in an underdog’s life. “Miracle needed so much therapy when she was little,” Kathy said. “Now she gives therapy to others. She’s a people magnet, and she’s giving back.”
TREVOR, Wis. (AP) — A southeastern Wisconsin cork company is among more than a dozen manufacturers in the state that are providing parts and products for a NASA venture into space. Cork from Amorim Cork Composites in Trevor will be used in the heat shield on the crew capsule and rocket for the spacecraft that’s expected to take humans to deep space and Mars in coming decades, according to the Fond du Lac Reporter . “Cork is a fantastic thermal protector,” said Bill Famiglietti, the president of Amorim’s North American group. “It’s a heat shield so the astronauts . can come home alive.” NASA is working with multiple contractors to construct and launch the newest spacecraft designed for long-distance flights into space. Amorim was founded in 1940s and currently has about 80 employees. The company’s products have been used for things such as space flight, sports flooring and automotive gaskets. It’s provided tools to NASA since the 1960s. The Apollo program was the last NASA program that took humans to another celestial body. Apollo 17 was its final manned moon landing mission in 1972.
School named for Lombardi cancels football season GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) — The upcoming football season at a Green Bay middle school named for legendary Packers coach Vince Lombardi has been canceled because the school can’t find any coaches. WLUK-TV reports that administrators at Lombardi Middle School have been advertising for coaches since last April and have not had a single application. Efforts by the high school coaching staff to help fi ll the positions have come up empty. The school district’s website says a middle school coaching job pays $2,149 a season. Principal Jim Van Abel says in a letter to parents there will be opportunities for students to play with area club football teams. Lombardi Middle School student Alex Coniff says he’s happy that he can still play football, but was looking forward to suiting up for his school this season.
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St. Croix Crossing opens after decades of debate, development
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Left to right: Governor Mark Dayton, Evelyn Kozlowski, daughter of Stillwater mayor Ted Kozlowski, and Governor Scott Walker cut the ribbon August 2.
OAK PARK HEIGHTS, Minn. – Minnesota Governor Mark Dayton and Wisconsin Governor Scott Walker cut the ribbon August 2 on the long-awaited St. Croix Crossing project. The $646 million effort connects the city of Oak Park Heights, Minn., to the town of St. Joseph, Wis. It spans the St. Croix River with a more than 5,000-foot extradosed bridge that will carry four lanes of traffic in each direction. Governors Dayton and Walker led the ribbon cutting ceremony at 10 a.m. The event was attended by more than 1,000 people, including legislative representatives from Wisconsin and Minnesota. The governors’ statements highlighted bipartisanship and interstate cooperation. “This new bridge reinforces the strong economic ties between Minnesota and Wisconsin, better connecting people with jobs, families, and better opportunities on both sides of the river,” said Minnesota Governor Mark Dayton. “I thank the strong bipartisan leadership from both states that has made this project a success, supporting jobs for more than 3,000 people from Minnesota and Wisconsin over its fouryear construction.” “This outstanding bridge I call ‘Cooperation’ is the product of a lot of hard work and dedication by those who built it, and it is the product of hard work and bipartisan cooperation between officials in our two states,” Governor Walker said. “The St. Croix Crossing greatly eases traffic congestion and provides an uninterrupted flow of commerce for the benefit of the people, and I
thank Governor Dayton and his team, our team at the Wisconsin Department of Transportation, and those at every level of government who worked on this project for sharing our commitment to getting this decades-long project done.” The bridge opened to traffic at 8 p.m. that evening. The project replaces the Stillwater Lift Bridge, which was dedicated more than 80 years ago. Since it opened, the Lift Bridge has carried thousands of motorists between the two states
on Minnesota Highway 36 and Wisconsin Highway 64. Over the years, as traffic increased, travelers faced mounting congestion because the bridge periodically needs to lift to accommodate boat traffic on the St. Croix River. The new bridge, about a mile downstream from the Lift Bridge, is designed to carry more than twice the 18,000 vehicles a day that now cross the river. The St. Croix Crossing is 100 feet wide and stretches between 110 feet and 150 feet above the water,
allowing boat traffic to freely move beneath it. “This project provides a sorely needed new connection between Minnesota and Wisconsin,” said MnDOT Commissioner Charlie Zelle. “It has been a monumental effort and one that will serve the citizens of Minnesota and Wisconsin for generations.” The bridge is a hybrid design structure combining a cable stayed build with a segmented concrete box design. The hybrid design was used to ensure that the pier heights, which are 65 feet above the bridge surface, would not be higher than the bluffs along the river. It is intended to fit into the river gorge as naturally as possible. Hundreds of area workers toiled on the
construction project, which began in 2012. Many stakeholders and coalitions have been involved over the years in the St. Croix Crossing project. “This project is a testament to what strong cooperation between states can do,” said Zelle. “The bridge is a work of art and it is also a technological marvel. Citizens in this region will be
well-served for decades to come.”
St. Croix Crossing By the Numbers The bridge stands 110 feet – 150 feet above the St. Croix River and it is 100 feet wide. 42 million pounds of concrete were used to make the bridge. 1.1 million square feet of surface area required more than 22,000 gallons of paint. More than 400 men and women from Wisconsin and Minnesota worked on the project.
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Court keeps Great Lakes wolves on endangered species list BY JOHN FLESHER AP ENVIRONMENTAL WRITER
TRAVERSE CITY, Mich. (AP) — A federal appeals court Tuesday retained federal protection for gray wolves in the western Great Lakes region, ruling that the government made crucial errors when it dropped them from the endangered species list five years ago. The court upheld a district judge who overruled the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, which had determined that wolves in Michigan, Minnesota and Wisconsin had recovered after being shot, trapped and poisoned nearly out of existence in the previous century. They’ve bounced back and now total about 3,800. Even so, courts have sided with environmental groups led by the Humane Society of the United States, which have sued to block the service’s repeated efforts to strip wolves in the region of their protected status and put states in charge of them. The service made its latest attempt in 2011. U.S. Judge Beryl A. Howell struck down the plan three years later. In a 3-0 ruling Tuesday, a panel of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit said the service had not sufficiently considered important factors. They included how loss of historical territory would affect the predator’s recovery and how removing the Great Lakes population segment from the endangered list would affect wolves in other parts of the nation. As long as wolves are on the protected list, they cannot be killed unless human life is at risk. That means the three states cannot resume the hunting and
trapping seasons they had when wolves were under their control. A spokeswoman for the Fish and Wildlife Service had no immediate comment. The same court took wolves in Wyoming off the endangered list in May. Environmental advocates cheered the ruling on Great Lakes wolves, saying they remain vulnerable despite their comeback in recent decades. “The second highest court in the nation reaffirmed that we must do much more to recover gray wolves before declaring the mission accomplished,” said Noah Greenwald, endangered species program director at the Center for Biological Diversity. “Wolves are still missing from more than 90 percent of their historic range in the lower 48 states, and both the Endangered Species Act and common sense tell us we can’t ignore that loss.” Organizations representing farmers and ranchers, who want authority to shoot wolves preying on livestock, have long pushed to drop them from the federal list, which hunting groups also favor. “There’s no question the wolf packs have recovered,” said Zippy Duvall, president of the American Farm Bureau Federation. “We only wish we could say the same of farms and ranches within their reach.” Some members of Congress have tried repeatedly to attach provisions to various bills that would “delist” wolves, return management responsibilities to the states and bar further court challenges. The efforts succeeded with Northern Rockies wolves in 2011. But the latest attempt to do likewise with Great Lakes wolves fizzled in May when congressio-
nal negotiators dropped such a proposal from a spending measure. Rep. Sean Duffy, a Wisconsin Republican, urged the Trump administration to appeal the court ruling. “Our farmers deserve to be able to protect their livestock, and they should not suffer because of the decisions made by an overreaching federal government a thousand miles away,” Duffy said. Humane Society President Wayne Pacelle said Congress and wildlife regulators should “recognize that wolves provide an enormous range of ecological and economic services to the regions where they live, and they do it for free.” The appeals court rejected the society’s arguments that wolves are still threatened by humans and disease and
that state management plans wouldn’t safeguard them. But the judges said the process used by the Fish and Wildlife Service to remove protections from the wolves was fatally flawed. By designating wolves in the three Great Lakes states and six others as a distinct population segment and dropping them from the endangered list without evaluating the effect on wolves elsewhere, the service created a “backdoor route” for lifting protections elsewhere, said the opinion written by Judge Patricia Millett. The service “cannot review a single segment with blinders on,” Millett wrote.
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Students enjoyed getting up close and personal with a variety of snakes during ‘Snake Discovery’ at the Amery Public Library. Some they were able to touch, and one even needed to be fed. They learned plenty of snake facts, including how long the world’s longest snake, a reticulated python, measures.
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STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY Order Setting Time to Hear Petition for Administration and Deadline for Filing Claims (Formal Administration) Case No. 2017 PR 47 IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF Michaelanne Bougerie Chovan DOD: March 28, 2017 A Petition for Formal Administration was filed. THE COURT FINDS: The decedent, with date of birth June 18, 1966 and date of death March 28, 2017 was domiciled in Polk County, State of Wisconsin, with a mailing address of 316 Riverside Blvd., Amery, WI 54001. THE COURT ORDERS: 1. The petition be heard at the Polk County Courthouse, Balsam Lake, Wisconsin, Br. 3, before Circuit Court Judge Jeffery L. Anderson, on August 31, 2017, at 10:15 a.m. You do not need to appear unless you object. The application may be granted if there is no objection. 2. The deadline for filing a claim against the decedent’s estate is November 13, 2017. 3. A claim may be filed at the Polk County Courthouse, Balsam Lake, Wisconsin, Room 500. 4. Heirship will be determined at the hearing on petition for final judgment. 5. This publication is notice to any persons whose names or addresses are unknown. BY THE COURT: Jeffery L. Anderson Circuit Court Judge July 31, 2017 Christine A. Rasmussen Valley Crossing Law P.O. Box 34 Baldwin, WI 54002 715-688-4045 Bar Number 1048961
STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY Notice Setting Time to Hear Application and Deadline for Filing Claims (Informal Administration) Case No. 17 PR 46 IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF Sherman L. Klinger PLEASE TAKE NOTICE: 1. An application for informal administration was filed. 2. The decedent, with date of birth March 12, 1934 and date of death July 10, 2017 was domiciled in Polk County, State of Wisconsin, with a mailing address of 398 40th Avenue, Clear Lake, WI 54005. 3. The application will be heard at the Polk County Courthouse, 1005 W. Main St., Balsam Lake, Wisconsin, Room 500, before Jenell L. Anderson, Probate Registrar, August 21, 2017, at 9 a.m. You do not need to appear unless you object. The application may be granted if there is no objection. 4. The deadline for filing a claim against the decedent’s estate is October 31, 2017. 5. A claim may be filed at the Office of Register of Probate, Polk County Courthouse, 1005 W. Main Street, Balsam Lake, Wisconsin, Room 500 6. This publication is notice to any persons whose names or addresses are unknown. Jenell L.Anderson Probate Registrar July 19, 2017 Steven J. Swanson, Attorney at Law P.O. Box 608 St. Croix Falls, WI 54024 715-483-3787 Bar Number 1003029 (July 25, Aug. 1, 8)
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AMERY CITY COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS July 12, 2017 The Amery City Council met for a regular meeting on July 12, 2017 at City Hall. Mayor Kay Erickson called the meeting to order at 5:00 p.m. Present: Kay Erickson, Rick Davis, Kristen Vicker, Sharon Paulson, Julie Riemenschneider, Tim Strohbusch, and Rick Van Blaricom. Staff present: Frances Duncanson, David Chanski, Bones McCarty, James Nalen, Tom Marson. Others present: Larry Stelter, Bob Zank of WPCA, Jessica de la Cruz of the Amery Free Press, Kate Avoles, Gary Osborn, Judie Johnston, Peter Henry, Paul Isakson, Gary Weiers, and Kevin Oium from Cedar Corp. Duncanson conducted roll call. Gary Osborn led the Pledge of Allegiance. Motion by Davis and seconded by Strohbusch to go in to closed session proceedings at 5:02 p.m. under WI §19.85 (1) (f) to consider financial, medical, social, personal histories or disciplinary data of specific persons, preliminary consideration of specific personnel problems or the investigation of charges against specific persons which if discussed in public would likely to have a substantial adverse effect upon the reputation of any person referred to in such histories or data, or involved in such problems or investigations. This is in regards to a member of the Fire Dept. The Council continued in closed session proceedings under WI §19.85 (1) (g) to confer with legal counsel for the governmental body who is rendering oral or written advice concerning strategy to be adopted by the body with respect to litigation in which it is or is likely to become involved. This is in regards to a member of the Fire Dept. Roll Call Vote: Ayes-Van Blaricom, Davis, Vicker, Paulson, Riemenschneider, Strohbusch; Nays-0; Motion carried. Motion by Strohbusch and seconded by Riemenschneider to come out of closed session proceedings at 5:35 p.m. Roll Call Vote: Ayes-Van Blaricom, Davis, Vicker, Paulson, Riemenschneider, Strohbusch; Nays-0; Motion carried. Motion by Riemenschneider and seconded by Strohbusch to approve the minutes of the June 7th and June 12th, 2017 City Council Meetings. Ayes-6; Nays-0; Motion carried. Officers Reports: Police Chief - Marson: The Dept. has been very busy in late June. There will be a flyer in upcoming quarterly utility bills addressing code violation complaints. The annual Kops & Kids Golf Scramble was a big success. Please visit the Amery Police Dept. Facebook page. DPW Director - McCarty: The Dept. has been very busy with storm water related issues such as cleaning culvert devices that were installed to trap debris to avoid clogs. Please do your part by keep debris like lawn clippings, compost, etc. out of areas where they could wash in to a culvert. The dump is open for storm debris. Monarch will be doing some milling and Harriman Ave. will be done and paved soon. McCarty commented that lift stations do have back up power for about 4-5 hours in the event of a power outage. Fire Chief - Koehler: excused. Library Director - Nalen: Summer reading pro-
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grams are in full swing with 497 kids registered, a 27% increase over last year. Family programs have been moved to Thursday afternoons. There is a Harry Potter Party coming up with the Osceola and St. Croix Falls public libraries. Acting City Administrator - Duncanson: Reported on Cardinal Glass appealing their manufacturing assessment to the State and the resulting reduction and its impact on the City. The TIF Joint Review Board met and reviewed each district’s financial report. The Wisconsin Elections Commission is conducting five-year voter maintenance. Management Analyst - Chanski: Commented on the progress of the Water Recreation and Walkability studies. Committee Reports: Public Works - Riemenschneider: The committee met June 27th and approved a street closure for the Farmers Market on July 24th. Old Business Motion by Davis and seconded by Van Blaricom to approve the lease agreement with Amery Area Senior Citizens Inc. d/b/a Amery Area Community Center. Ayes-6 Nays-0 Motion carried. Council member Paulson questioned why there is no representation on their Board as with other entities the City supports financially. New Business Approval of position profile for City Administrator candidate recruitment including wages and qualifications. Gary Weiers of David Drown & Associates presented the community and position profile that will go out to City Administrator candidates. Discussion was held on setting a range versus setting a minimum starting wage. Strohbusch suggested with a salary range a matrix may need to be developed. The previous City Administrator was making $85,400 annually after eight years of employment. Weiers commented candidates were expected from all over the country, but are expected to come mostly from neighboring states. Due to our proximity to the Twin Cities, we will be competing with the Minnesota market that offers higher wages. The hiring timeline was reviewed and adjusted. Motion by Van Blaricom and seconded by Strohbusch to approve the City Administrator position and Community profile as presented and to set a starting minimum salary of $72,000 annually and accept the position qualifications as listed. In addition, to approve the schedule revision to select finalists on September 6th and conduct interviews September 22nd and 23rd. Ayes-6 Nays-0 Motion carried. Motion by Strohbusch and seconded by Riemenschneider to award the low bid for reconstruction of the Flagpole Park Lift Station to Winona Mechanical for $194,695. Ayes-6 Nays-0 Motion carried. Motion by Paulson and seconded by Riemenschneider to approve Resolution 04-2017 “In Support of the Stower Trail” remaining non-motorized. Ayes-1 Nays-1 (Davis) Motion carried. Motion by Riemenschneider and seconded by Strohbusch to approve operator licenses for Clark, Rinehart, Swenson, Fetkenheuer, and Stoimenova. Ayes-6 Nays-0 Motion carried. Motion by Van Blaricom and seconded by Riemenschneider to approve a Second Hand Dealers License for Worn Again at 207 Keller Ave. No. Ayes-6 Nays-0 Motion carried. Under questions from the public regarding agenda items de la Cruz asked about City code violations. Motion by Strohbusch and seconded by Van Blaricom to adjourn at 6:46 p.m. Ayes-6 Nays-0 Motion carried. Frances Duncanson, Acting City Administrator
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Estate Planning— Not Just For The Ultra-Rich Hollywood’s stereotype of estate planning usually features assorted nieces, nephews and cousins gathered in the drawing room of a 100-year-old mansion greedily waiting to hear what an eccentric rich relative left them. By the time the scene is over, no one is happy – and that part, at least, has some veracity. "Thousands of people fight over money every year after someone has died, especially if that person did a poor job of planning what would happen with their assets," says Ernie Burns, president and chief executive officer of Burns Estate Planning and Wealth Advisors (www. burnsestateplanning.com). But families don’t have to be rich to get in an uproar over who should inherit what. And unfortunately, the average person doesn’t show the same kind of concern about estate planning that the rich do – and that’s a mistake, Burns says. "People often think, ‘Well, I’m married so everything will just pass along to my wife or my kids,’ " he says. "But it doesn’t always work that way. For example, in some states your brothers and sisters could possibly inherit part of your estate, even if that wasn’t your intent." That’s why everyone – regardless of how small their wealth – should do at least some estate planning, Burns says. Some things to consider, he says, include: A will. This is the most basic of es-
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tate-planning documents, yet a Caring. com survey this year showed that more than half of Americans don’t have a will. "A will can provide certainty and clarity and eliminate the grey areas when property is moving from one generation to the next," Burns says. "Don’t just assume everything will end up with the people you want it to if you fail to leave specific instructions." A trust. Not everyone needs a trust, but it often makes sense. "Basically, a trust allows you to control your assets from the grave," Burns says. "You can set certain restrictions, which is especially helpful if your kids are young or they don’t really manage money well. That way you may be able to keep them from blowing their inheritance all at once." For example, a restriction might be that they don’t receive the money until they earn a college degree. Power of attorney. It’s important to assign someone power of attorney so that if you become incapacitated that person can speak on your behalf and sign important documents. You can also have a living will to outline your wishes, which could help your family make tough decisions about your healthcare. There are online services that can prepare a will, Burns says, but that may not be the best route. "Laws and rules are always changing," he says. "So it’s better to consult with a professional who understands all the nuances."
Wisconsin roads take a deadly turn for the worse in July July was the deadliest month on Wisconsin roads this year, prompting transportation safety officials to issue a “call to action” urging all motorists to be safe/ responsibl The 66 people who died in Wisconsin traffic crashes in July make it the deadliest month on state roadways so far this year, prompting officials with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) to issue a special call to all motorists: buckle-up, slow down, be sober and alert behind the wheel every day – every trip. “Through law enforcement and public education, we’re doing everything we can to urge motorists to travel safely and responsibly,” said
David Pabst, Director of WisDOT’s Bureau of Transportation Safety. “But in the end, it’s the responsibility of every driver and passenger to do their part to prevent needless tragedies along our roadways.” Traffic fatalities last month were three more compared to July of last year, and 11 more than the five-year average for July. Wisconsin’s safest July was in 2015 with 39 fatalities and the deadliest occurred in 1966 and 1971 with 140 fatalities. Through the first seven months of the year, a preliminary total of 338 people died along Wisconsin roadways, surpassing the 335 people killed over the same period last year. Wisconsin traffic fatalities through
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July include 192 car and truck drivers, 59 passengers, 45 motorcyclists and 38 pedestrians. The annual Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over campaign from August 18 through Labor Day will put more officers on the roads for longer hours looking for impaired drivers and other traffic law violators. “While impaired driving remains a serious concern across Wisconsin, other common traffic law violations like speeding and distracted driving are equally dangerous and deadly,” Pabst said.
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COOKING WORLD Tidbit: Enjoy the little things, for one day you may look back and realCarolyn Lumsden ize they were the big things. (Robert Brault) 715-483-9738 When making rice for another dish, make extra for this recipe. Combine it with cooked leftover ham and you’ll have a quick meal for family or friends. With the leftover ham and rice, it will take you less than a half hour to complete this recipe. CREAMY RICE WITH HAM Sauté in large skillet and cook until tender: 1/2 c. chopped green peppers 1/4 c. butter Stir in until blended: 1/4 c. flour Gradually add and bring to a boil, cook for 2 minutes or until thickened: 1-1/2 c. milk Reduce heat to low, and stir in until blended: 1/2 c. mayonnaise Stir in: 2 c. cooked rice 2 c. cooked and cubed ham 1 can (8 oz.) sliced water chestnut, drained 1/4 c. grated Parmesan cheese 1 jar (2 oz.) diced pimientos, drained 1/2 tsp. salt (or to taste) Heat all until hot. Serves 3-4. These muffins are made with a yellow cake mix. They have a tropical island-type flavor to enjoy. TROPICAL ISLAND MUFFINS Combine in larger bowl: 1 pkg. (18-1/4 oz.) yellow cake mix 1/2 c. butter, softened Add and combine until just mixed: 2/3 c. water 3 eggs 1 can (8 oz.) crushed pineapple, drained (save juice) 1 c. flaked coconut 1 tsp. coconut extract 1 tsp. rum extract (optional) Fold in: 1 c. chopped pecans Put batter into 24 lined muffin cups. Bake at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until done (toothpick test). Cool in pan on wire racks for 5 minutes, then remove muffins to wire rack to cool. Serve warm or room temp. Hint: Drain the pineapple and save the juice. Add enough water to make the 2/3 c. of the water called for in this recipe.
If you like twice baked potatoes or have never tried them, here is a recipe for you to try. It is a healthier version than some recipes. HEALTHIER TWICE BAKED POTATOES Put 4 larger washed russet potatoes onto a baking sheet. Prick so they won’t explode and bake at 400° for 1 hour. Or microwave washed and pricked potatoes until done. Cut off just a bit of the top (lengthwise) and set aside potatoes. Scoop out any of the potato and discard the top skins. Scoop out the inside of the potatoes, leaving a bit on the sides and the bottom of the potato skin. Sauté in 1 T. olive oil: 1 c. mushrooms, diced 1/2 c. diced bell pepper – (red, orange, yellow) Steam until done: 1 c. diced broccoli 1/2 c. vegetable broth Mix together: The scooped out potato insides Salt and pepper to taste 1/2 c. plain yogurt (or 1/4 c. melted butter or some veg. broth) 1/2 tsp. dried oregano 1/2 tsp. dried thyme bit of red pepper flakes, optional the diced cooked broccoli the sautéed mushrooms 1/4 c. shredded cheese (sharp cheddar or your choice) Put the scooped-out potato shells onto a baking sheet. Fill each shell with some of the above mixture, dividing between all 4 potato shells. Sprinkle on top of each potato: 3/4 c. shredded cheese – some for each top of the potato Bake at 350° for about 10-15 minutes or until mixture is hot and cheese is melted on top. If you want, wrap each potato tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate for up to 5 days. To bake: Unwrap, put onto baking sheet and bake. Baking time should be a bit more because mixture is cold. Or you can freeze the stuffed shells for up to 3 months. If frozen, bake longer because they are frozen. Hints: If you wish, you could microwave part of the baking time and then finish baking them. If you wish, add some of your favorite cooked veggies to the mixture, instead of the bell peppers, adding them with the broccoli.
DUTCH OVEN CHICKEN AND DUMPLINGS Heat 3 T. olive oil in Dutch oven and add, cook until softened: 2 carrots, finely chopped 1 onion, finely chopped 2 ribs celery, finely chopped Add and stir until heated: 3 pounds cooked chicken, cubed Add: 32 oz. box chicken broth (save out 1/2 c . for later) Cook for about 20 minutes over medium heat . Combine: The 1/2 c. saved chicken broth 3 T. cornstarch Pour into above mixture and stir to combine, then cook another 20 minutes or until thickened. Open tube of refrigerator biscuits. Cut each biscuit into quarters. Press some dried thyme into the center of each quarter of biscuit. Drop each quarter onto the broth and vegetable mixture. Cover and cook for 10-12 minutes without lifting the lid to peek! Remove lid and put into shallow bowls. Serves 4-6. Tip: When cooking pasta or rice, add a bouillon cube to the water and cook as before. Do not use any salt because the bouillon cube will add the salt to the pasta. Use a bouillon cube that will complement the dish you are making.
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This recipe uses cooked orzo pasta. Add more ingredients and you’ll have a tasty dessert. CREAMY PEACH PUDDING Cook according to directions, drain and rinse with cold water: 1 c. orzo pasta Drain and reserve juice: 1 can (29 oz.) sliced peaches Combine and whisk for 2 minutes: 1-3/4 c. cold milk 1 pkg. (3.4 oz.) instant vanilla pudding mix 1/4 c. sugar 1/4 c. of the peach syrup Stir in the drained peaches and cooked orzo pasta. Fold in: 3 c. mini marshmallows 2 c. whipped topping (thawed) Cover and refrigerate for an hour or so before serving. Serves 6-8. Hint: Use other instant pudding flavors for a nice change of taste.
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Bass Masters host 22nd annual Fishing Event for Kinship of Polk County The Balsam Lake Bass Masters hosted another fantastic evening of fishing for the adults and youth from Kinship of Polk County. Nearly 50 individuals met at Half Moon Lake on Tuesday, August 1 to enjoy a beautiful evening complete with being out on the water, fishing, supper, and to top it all off each kid was given a new life jacket!
Construction tours and free lunch at Polk-Burnett’s member appreciation open house August 18 CENTURIA – Polk-Burnett Electric Cooperative will host a member appreciation open house Friday, August 18, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Co-op members are invited to the Centuria office, 1001 State Road 35, for a free pulled-pork sandwich lunch, tours, giveaways and prizes. “All 20,000 people who receive electricity from Polk-Burnett are member-owners of the cooperative,” said Ed Gullickson, board president. “We appreciate your membership and welcome you to an open house in your honor.” New this year will be activities for kids, including bucket truck rides, face painting, bean bag toss and lineman selfie photos. The first 250 kids will receive free school supplies, and all kids in attendance can enter a drawing for free backpacks. All members who attend the open house will receive free LED bulbs and have the chance to win prize drawings for a 32 GB iPad, a 32”
LED TV and a $50 electric bill credit; 10 bill credits will be awarded. Kids and guests of all ages can meet Polk-Burnett’s Solar Sam mascot and learn about the co-op’s new SunTuria Solar development. Construction has just begun on the 10-acre solar site; when complete, it will be the first utility-scale solar in Polk County. Co-op members and guests can also meet their co-op board directors, co-op linemen and employees, as well as representatives from other local cooperatives, including Royal Credit Union and Wisconsin Farmers Union. Wisconsin Farmers Union (WFU) will give away a free session for two kids at WFU Kamp Kenwood. The open house is a great time to ask questions and learn about your electric service and co-op membership. “We encourage members to take control of the electricity you use, and the money you spend on your power bill, with Polk-Burnett's
SmartHub app and EnergySense rebates,” said Steve Stroshane, general manager. SmartHub allows members to track electricity use, pay bills and manage account information from your mobile device. EnergySense rebates help improve energy efficiency and comfort in your home. “The cooperative was established 79 years ago in 1938 with lines, poles and the notion we all prosper by helping each other. Today, that cooperative spirit continues. We hope you’ll join us Friday, August 18, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., to kick off our new SunTuria Solar development and the advantage of cooperative membership,” said Gullickson. Guests are asked to enter on the north side of the building. Doors open at 11 a.m. For more information, call 800-421-0283 and learn more about SunTuria Solar on PolkBurnett.com.
Ryan still looking for answers from feds on vet cuts MADISON, Wis. (AP) — House Speaker Paul Ryan is apparently still searching for an explanation as to why federal funding to house homeless veterans in Wisconsin has been cut. State veterans officials received word in June that federal reimbursements for housing homeless veterans at state homes in King and Union Grove will end in September. A U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs spokeswoman told The Associated Press that the agency is reallocating resources. Ryan sent a letter to USDVA Secretary David Shulkin asking him for an explanation by July 28. Asked Tuesday if Shulkin had responded, Ryan spokesman Ian Martorana said in an email that the lines of communication remain open and Ryan’s office looks forward to working with USDVA to “receive adequate answers.” USDVA spokeswoman Jill Snyder didn’t immediately respond to an email Wednesday.
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9 Tips for Saving on Back-to-School Expenses Back-to-school spending is cutting more deeply into family budgets than ever before. In fact, the National Retail Foundation expects parents to shell out $83.6 billion this year to send their children and college students back to school, an increase of 10 percent over last year. “Back-to-school season puts a lot of strain on families, and spending keeps going up every year,” said Mike Sullivan, a personal finance consultant with Take Charge America, a national nonprofit credit counseling and debt management counseling agency. “School budget cuts have shifted the cost of supplies to families, but savvy parents can minimize their spending without skimping on necessities.” Sullivan offers nine tips for saving
money on back-to-school: 1—Repurpose: Kids need many of the same supplies every year, and items like scissors and rulers can withstand many school years. Saving even a few bucks here and there will quickly add up. 2—Splurge and scrimp: You may want to splurge on a few items that are important to your kids, like a cool new backpack or high-end calculator. Then scrimp on everything else, opting for low-price and store brand glue sticks, binders and markers. 3—Stick to the list: Teachers’ supply lists have become more extensive – and expensive. It’s smart to stick to the list and avoid impulse purchases on unnecessary items. 4—Compare prices: Laptops and cal-
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ADRC of Northwest Wisconsin Presents ‘Medicare 101: The A, B C and D’s of Medicare’ ADRC of Northwest Wisconsin Presents ‘Medicare 101: The A, B C and D’s of Medicare’ Amery, WI—Knowing and understanding the different parts of Medicare is crucial as a consumer navigating the world of healthcare coverage. Whether you are new to Medicare, or have been enrolled for several years, the Aging and Disability Resource Center (ADRC) of Northwest Wisconsin invites you to join our Elder Benefit Specialist for “Medicare 101: The A, B, C and D’s of Medicare”. Learn about each part of Medicare, what each does and does not cover and cost associated with each part (including penalties, premiums, deductibles, co-pay ect). The Medicare 101 presentation will help you better understand your options and Medicare coverage; making you a well-informed and in control healthcare consumer. The event will be held at the Amery Area Community Center on Wednesday, August 23 from 5 to 7 p.m. If you need transportation assistance please call the ADRC of NW WI at 877-485-2372 5 days in advance.
culators can put a big dent in the backto-school budget, so make sure you’re getting the best price. Pick from numerous apps that track prices on costly electronics to ensure you’re getting the best value. 5—Wait to buy: Even better, put off purchases on pricey items until after Labor Day. Just like holiday shopping, retailers hold fire sales after the rush is over. 6—Shop tax-free: Many states offer a tax-free weekend to help parents save money on back to school. Look online to see if your state participates, and take advantage of the savings. 7—Find retailer deals: Retailers ramp up promotional offers as the start of school approaches. Sign up for emails
The Polk County Health Department has lifted the advisory on Balsam Lake Beach in Balsam Lake. Two consecutive samples have indicated bacteria levels are at safe swimming levels. Weekly monitoring will continue through Labor Day to ensure that the bacteria remain at a safe level for swimmers.
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sewage treatment plant malfunctions, boating wastes and malfunctioning septic systems. If you are concerned about “swimmer’s itch”, a type of skin irritation causing a rash and itching, swimmers should rub off with a rough towel before the water dries on the skin surface. An immediate fresh shower
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Help! Something is eating my garden and it’s not me At the county fair a lot of the questions we received were related to diseases that happen this time of year in our vegetable and flower gardens. Suddenly Garden your hard work Variety appears to be being enjoyed by Julie Kuehl, something other Polk County than you. There Master Gardener are many insects that are beneficial for our gardens, but there are also many insects that can cause havoc in your garden. Another culprit in our gardens this time of year is fungus disease. Then, of course, there are the animal pests – deer, rabbits, birds and gophers. It may seem like everything in nature wants to devour your garden. But it is not hopeless. You just need to put in a little work. Animal pests can be controlled in a number of ways. For birds you may want to use some netting to protect your fruits. Rabbits can devour a garden overnight. Fencing is the ultimate deterrent.
Fence should be 2’ high and dug 6” into the ground (or you can bend the bottom 12” out away from the garden). Something I have found will work until it rains is hot pepper sprinkled on leaves (like Cayenne). Deer are a big issue in our area. Again 8’ high fences will deter them. Not everyone can afford a fence, so you may need to resort to other methods. A barking dog works (though it might irritate neighbors). There are some “deer away” products out there - some may work for a short period. I tried a scare crow with solar lights for hands. It seemed to help. This year I am going to add vinegar soaked clothes. Some common plant diseases that may be showing up in the garden are: leaf spot, clubroot, downy mildew, powdery mildew, and verticillium wilt. These fungus diseases have some common causes – overhead watering (you should water at the base of plants as much as possible); poor air circulation (give plants lot of space); and planting in an area that had diseased plants the year before (you should avoid areas where there was disease the year before). If you have a severe fungus problem you may
need to use a commercial fungicide. I suggest using sparingly. Crop-damaging insects can be a chore. If you start to notice “caterpillars” on your veggie plants they are more than likely there to eat them. The best natural method is to hand-pick them off. You can also use a homemade spray of 2-3 tablespoons of nonconcentrated dish soap in a gallon of tepid water. Spray it onto insects that infest the plants. Wait a couple of hours and then rinse the soap film off the plants. Commercial insecticidal soaps can be used and are less likely to burn the plant than a homemade remedy. A good on-line reference site for insects causing vegetables problems is: https://hort.uwex.edu/ topics/vegetables. Hopefully this will help you save some of that garden for yourself. Remember to keep watering (from the base), weeding and deadheading your flowers. Soak up all those good garden smells and all those beautiful rays of sunshine and store them for the long winter to come.
Free meals for children this summer The School District of Amery is hosting the Summer Food Service Program for the entire summer again. You can get free breakfast and lunch Monday through Friday. Who: All children in the community who are 18 years of age or younger What: FREE breakfast and lunch Where: The Amery School District (children do not need to be enrolled in the Amery school district to participate) When: All summer! Lien Elementary will be providing free breakfast and lunch throughout the summer. LIEN ELEMENTARY: Breakfast served 7:50-8:45 a.m.; Lunch served 11:15-12:30 Remaining Dates: Aug. 7-11, 14-18
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ARNELL MEMORIAL HUMANE SOCIETY Diego can check every box on your Cat Resume list. He is handsome, friendly to children, cats and dogs, playful and loving. If you are looking
for the perfect cat, look no further; Diego has it all. He wears a short Orange Tabby coat with white mitts. At one year old, Diego has filled out nicely, not to thin, not too chubby. He is just right. As I said, “He is very handsome.” Every once in a while, a great cat like Diego gets overlooked for adoption. We don’t want you to miss out on this fantastic find. Diego is our staff pick of the week. We are so very happy to report that 7 year old Mitted Torbie, Lizbeth was adopted last week. She had been available for adoption for 16 weeks. When her special someone came to meet her, Lizbeth planted her best head rubbing skills against her adopter’s legs for introduction. She added her significant stature to the adopter’s lap for more intimate Meet and Greet dialogue, complete with face kisses. It was meant to be. Lizbeth reminded her adopter of another cat she had loved and that sealed the deal. Lizbeth found her home. Adoptable cats like Lizbeth receive a fresh litter box each day. It is cleaned
twice a day. Keeping our shelter cats happy requires a clean litter box, using 10 pounds of litter per day. Tidy Cat clay Kitty Litter is our #1 Wish List item for donation. Dick’s Fresh Market in Amery and Osceola is offering customers the opportunity to donate Kitty Litter to Arnell, during your weekly grocery shopping. Tidy Cat Donation Cards are available at both stores. Add a Donation Card for 20 pounds of Tidy Cat clay Kitty Litter to your shopping cart for the special low price of $5.00. Dick’s Market will collect the cards and deliver the donated litter to our shelter. The Donation Cards can be found in the pet food aisle at the Amery store and at the check stand in Osceola. It’s so easy to donate to our non-profit shelter. Add “Shelter Kitty Litter” to your shopping list. No Fuss, No Muss Donating. Your $5.00 donation will make a huge difference to our budget for the year. And the cats look forward to clean litter almost as much as fresh kibble twice a day. Make a Shelter Cat’s Day, Donate at Dick’s Market. The Arnell shelter has six small dogs available for adoption. It is a rare occurrence for us to have so many at once. All of our small dogs have a degree of shyness and are looking for the home where they will thrive with love. Scott is an Italian Greyhound-Min Pin mix. He is black and tan with long legs and floppy ears. Scott would love to travel with you everywhere,
in your purse. Rex is a Pug-Dachshund mix. He packs a lot of dog in his little body. He is loyal, loving and happy. Dickens is a Corgi-Rat Terrier mix. He has a tri-color coat and jaunty gait. His ears stand straight up in the air, towering over his expressive eyes. Dickens loves to cuddle. Sandy is a Dapple Red Dachshund and she is the belle of the shelter. There isn’t a dog Sandy doesn’t want to play with. She runs, chases and entices her friends to have a good time. Sandy is our go-to gal for play time fun. She will even play with people if another dog isn’t available. Dusty is a wirehair Terrier mix, tan and white. Cute as he can be, Dusty will do best in a home with another dog to show him the ropes. He loves to play with dogs his size. Dusty will need extra special care and attention to gain the confidence he needs. Nova is a six year old Papillon-Sheltie mix. His coat is long, white and sable. Nova is a happy fellow. He will do best in a home with adults and older children. The date has been set for the “Paws on the Trail” Arnell shelter Dog Walk. Mark your calendars for Saturday, September 23rd, same place, same time as in years past: Stower Seven Lakes Trail in Amery, 11 am start time. Arnell Memorial Humane Society 715 268-7387 (PETS) and Facebook.
Thank you to the following businesses that donated and helped pull together a successful book drive for Polk County children in foster care and other out-of-home care settings. The Polk County Department of Children and Families were given 220 new books that will be distributed to the children throughout the month of August.
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Fundraising Event will support Mental Health Awareness The Mental Health Task Force of Polk County is holding its 2nd Annual “A Summer Night” fundraising event on Thursday, August 24th. The event will take place at the Sawmill Pizza and Beer shed in Clear Lake, Wis. from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm. Tickets for the event are $30 and are available online at mentalhealthpolk.org. There will be free appetizers, wine and beer for purchase and live music by the Studebakers. Featured at this year’s event is a beautiful quilt created by Stephanie Lindholm. Stephanie is an Associate Managing Director at Hiawatha National Bank in Osceola, WI. Stephanie has been quilting for ten years. The quilt Stephanie created for this event is made from scraps of material from many of the quilts she has made over the years. “I love to make quilts and give them away. People are always so happy to receive a quilt,” says Stephanie. She remembers as a young girl waiting to get her first quilt from her
grandmother. Stephanie’s quilt will be featured in a special raffle at this year’s event. "The Task Force has always relied upon a passionate volunteer base and community support to achieve our mission and goals”, says Tom Brock, Executive Director of the Task Force. “For Stephanie to take the time, effort and skill to produce this quilt in support of our event is amazing.” The quilt will be shown at two upcoming community events prior to the raffle at the event on August 24th. You can see the quilt and buy raffle tickets at Music on the Overlook in St. Croix Falls on Friday, August 18th and at Sawmill Pizza and Beer Shed in Clear Lake on Sunday, August 20th. The quilt raffle tickets are $20. For more information about the Mental Health Task Force of Polk County and the A Summer Night fundraising event, please go to organization’s website, www.mentalhealthpolk.org .
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Wisconsin Interstate Park Calendar of Events The following events will take place this week at Wisconsin’s Interstate Park in St. Croix Falls. A State Park pass is required for admission into the park. Wednesday August 9th, 6:00-7:30 pm Foraging with Tanna Worrell Tanna will show us edible and medicinal plants in our area. You will be excited to find that you have a great amount right outside your back door! Meet at the Ice Age Center.
1000 Books Before Kindergarten Congratulations to Aleah Krohn, the library’s newest graduate of 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten. And a big shout out to Aleah’s family--including parents Brittany and Jeff--for reading her 1,000 books! 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten is a self-paced early literacy program that encourages families to establish a strong foundation of reading in young children. Do you have a young reader like Aleah? Sign them up for this free program at the Amery Area Public Library!
Thursday, August 10th, 10 – 11 am Nature’s Story Time Preschoolers and their caregivers join us for a Nature Story, Activity and Snack. Bring your own water. Meet at the Ice Age Center. Friday, August, 11th, 7:30pm Gyotaku- Fish Printing & Fish Stories Come and create your own Fish Print, hear a story ‘round the Campfire and enjoy a marshmallow or two! Meet behind the Ice Age Center.
Saturday, August 12th, 5:30 – 6:30pm A Billion Years on the Pothole Trail Hike back in time to view the geological wonders created over the last billion years. Meet at the Pothole Trail sign. Saturday, August 12, 8:30 – 9:30 pm Flashlight Hike! – “Round Lake O’ the Dalles Bring your flashlight to spot those curious creatures of the night! Meet at the Beach House. Sunday, August 13, 8:00 am Morning Mussel Watch These protected mussels are more active in the morning and fun to watch as they slowly move about on the river bottom. As long as the river stays low we will be able to observe these fantastic creatures. Bring your morning beverage and come prepared to be amazed! A short presentation on protected and endangered mussels will be held at the Boat Landing. Meet at the river’s edge near the Boat Landing.
AMERY AREA PUBLIC LIBRARY Summer reading The library’s summer reading program, “Build a Better World,” runs through August 12. Upcoming events include: Pizza and Pages Party for Teens—The Book Thief, August 9 at 4 p.m.; Steam Camp for Kids—Multimedia Art Workshop, August 10 at 12:30 p.m.; and, Menagerie of Pets, August 10 at 1:30 p.m. The complete summer reading program is available at the library or online at www.amerylibrary.org. Storytime Family Storytime for 2-6 year-olds is offered on Wednesdays at 10 a.m. Each storytime is followed by engaging early learning activities at 10:30 a.m. 1,000 books before kindergarten and Baby book bees These ongoing early literacy initiatives encourage families to establish a strong foundation of reading in young children.
Visit the library to sign up for the program that is right for your child. Teen advisory board Open to 12-18 year olds, the Teen Advisory Board meets on the first Friday of each month, 3:30 p.m.—4:30 p.m., to plan events, talk about books and more. Book discussion groups The Friends of the Library Book Discussion Group meets on the third Monday of the month at 1:30 p.m. to discuss general fiction and literature. The Great Seniors Book Club meets on the third Monday of the month at 10 a.m., at the Amery Area Community Center. Book sales The Friends of the Library Book Sale is held on the first Saturday of the month, 9 a.m.—2 p.m., and on the Thursday evening prior to the Saturday sale, 4 p.m.—7 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. E-books, e-audiobooks and digital magazines Your MORE library card gives you access to the Overdrive collection of e-books, e-audiobooks, and streaming videos; the Freading collection of e-books; and the Flipster downloadable magazine collection. Check out the website Check out the library website at www.amerylibrary.org, or find us on Facebook at facebook. com/amerylibrary. Hours Library hours are Monday through Thursday 9 a.m.—7 p.m., Friday 9 a.m.—6 p.m., and Saturday 9 a.m.—2 p.m.
Another Look at Late Summer It seems--is--redundant, but it's time, to look at what has passed and what is.today. With poignant signs the moving in this clime, reminds us change is ever on the way. I hardly realized that it was summer, And now I see a few leaves fluttering down. Asters and wild sunflowers line the roadways, On milkweed leaves there lies a tinge of brown. With soothing voice the wind of near-fall whispers, “Don’t dread it. Oh, no! Greet it; it’s to love, For golden days and flaming foliage follow And glittering frosty morns and harvest moon above. But spring came in so very slowly this year, And summer was a dearly longed-for span. It seems only yesterday we heard first frog songs. And swimming suits and picnics filled our plan. Embrace the days while green trees like bowers surround us, And dragonflies sail shimmering o’er the stream. Savor the morning freshness; cherish the evening, The shadowy twilight followed by the stars’ bright gleam. The lesson of late summer is upon us; Aside from beauty that it has to give, Gently announcing the season’s coming exit Reminds us of this, “While we’re living—live.” Carol Morfitt Welch 2017 August, a poet laureate of Amery, Wisconsin
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Pig Roast, Chicken Dinner, Music on the River . . . all happening soon Poet Laureate
takes aim at Raymond Cooper Small town newspapers are a bit different from their counterparts in New York or Los Angeles. That’s true today, and it was true in 1998, when I was growing up in Lennox Valley. Unlike papers in the big city, the Lennox Valley Hometown News wasn’t made up of a large staff of fulltime journalists and investigative reporters. The total payroll of our newspaper included Boyd Sanders, parttime intern, reporter and student at the local junior college; Maxine Miller, who penned “Rumor Has It,” the most popular weekly column in the paper; and Iris Long, who wasn’t really on the payroll as such. As editor, publisher and owner of the newspaper, Iris got whatever profit was left after all the bills were paid. Needless to say, she wasn’t rich, but she loved her work and knew that she was involved in something important. And for what it’s worth, that’s a lot more than most folks can say. Until recently, the Hometown News had a part-time advertising person on staff, but demonstrating the power of printed news, she answered a want ad in her own paper and took a job selling real estate for an agency based 16 miles away in Springfield. That left one other staff member, Elizabeth Barrett, “Lennox Valley’s Poet Laureate.” She would take deference to being called a staff person. It wasn’t that she was rude, she just tended to think of herself in more elevated terms. It was even rumored that Elizabeth, a widow, had married her husband, Millard Barrett, just for his last name. In 1997, Maxine took aim at her fellow writer in “Rumor Has It” with the headline, “Could Worley Browning be next?” While Iris covered the hard news, Boyd was sent out to cover city council and school board meetings, high school ball games and church socials. Maxine kept pace with the local rumor mill and was having a banner year in 1998. Her focus had shifted from the “budding” romance between the valley’s two unmarried clergypersons (at least she assumed that Sarah Hyden-Smith was single) to the latest murmurings concerning Raymond Cooper’s “conversion” at the most recent contemporary service at Lennox Valley Lutheran Church. It was hard, even for a woman of sophistication and savoir faire, a term Elizabeth liked to use with regularity, to stay above the fray of the recent events of the valley. It was rare for her to get down into the mud, so you wouldn’t find Elizabeth writing about the annual turkey shoot or TV evangelist coming to town. Barrett had a way with words. Her column, titled, “Free Verse,” always included the words, “by our own Poet Laureate, Elizabeth Barrett,” underneath. In 1996, she penned one of her most memorable poems: “There may not be much to see in my small town / but I tend to not let that bring me down./ For just when it seems no life is near, / I make up for that with what I hear.” And there was much to hear during that fateful week in Lennox Valley. “Silver Tongue” Dick Bland, town mayor, was furious at Raymond Cooper, who on Monday slyly hung up on Mayor Bland just as he was getting ready to “out” Cooper for joining the Lutheran Church under false pretenses. All he was able to say, before hearing the click and dial tone, was “I want to congratulate you.” Now daily listeners of “Renderings with Raymond” were more convinced than ever that their champion of the airwaves would soon be their new town mayor. But Elizabeth didn’t fall for Cooper’s performance. She knew something was amiss, and her weekly poem would be the topic of conversation for days to follow: “Talk-show hero Raymond Cooper / fell on the floor in religious stupor. / To some, that makes him mighty super./ Please hand me a pooper scooper.” Visit LennoxValley.com to learn more about the Good Folks of Lennox Valley.
County Fair Junkies…yep, I guess that is what we are! The last 3 weekends we have enjoyed seeing the sights at the St Croix Pounding County Fair, Polk County the Fair, and then Pavement the Washington County Fair Pam Humpal at Lake Elmo, Minnesota. The events were fun, and the food was good at each one of them. Saturday night at Washington County the Rockin’ Hollywoods entertained…they were very good. On our journey across the border, we used the new St Croix Crossing Bridge…what a beautiful structure. Many people were checking out the new bridge of course by car, but there were many others by foot, by bike, and by boat. WILLOW RIDGE HEALTHCARE invites the public to their annual Pig Roast this Wednesday, August 9, from 4-7pm. The menu will be roast pork, potato salad, beans, coleslaw, and cookies with music provided by Craig Draxten and Dick Armbruster. Free-will donation will be accepted. Willow Ridge is located on Cty Rd F on the west side of Amery. OUR SAVIOR’S LUTHERAN CHURCH, 217 Deronda St, will
have their annual Bar-b-que Chicken Dinner on Sunday, August 13, from 10:30am-2pm. They will be serving barbeque chicken, potato salad, cole slaw, rolls, bars, and beverages with a free-will donation. The AMERY FREE PRESS is celebrating their 125th Anniversary with an Open House on Friday, August 18. We will have a display of pages from the paper through the years, along with pictures of past employees. Please join us for coffee and cake from 1-4pm. “Music On The River”…the final concert in this year’s series is scheduled for Friday, August 18. “The Stogies” will perform from 5-7pm with “Lamont Cranston” taking the stage at 7pm. The night will include delicious food by various organizations, refreshments, and a wonderful car show. Amery’s Music On The River is held in Michael Park at Danielson’s Stage. Come join the fun with family & friends! Have you been “fishing” with Amery’s Fish Finder Promotion? It’s simple to get the “big catch”… pick up an entry form at the Amery Free Press, Bremer Bank, Chet Johnson Drug, Royal Credit Union or WESTconsin Credit Union. Visit each of the participating businesses, enter the name of their fish on your entry form, and turn in your completed form to the above businesses by August
17 at 3pm. Winners will be drawn randomly on August 18 at Music On The River from entries with the most correct answers. You need not be present to win, one entry per person please. The “big catch” awarded is in Amery Scrip Money-1st $100, 2nd $50, 3rd & 4th $25. Amery’s Fish Finder is sponsored by the Amery Community Club. Have fun visiting our local businesses, and good luck! Yes, it is hard to believe that Fall high school sports practice has begun. The Amery Free Press will publish our annual Fall Sports Section on Tuesday, August 22. The special section will feature high school athletes from Amery, Clayton, and Clear Lake. Area businesses who would like to wish the local athletes good luck with their season should please give me a call today at 715268-8101. Deadline is August 16. Happy Anniversary on August 9 to my niece & nephew-in-law, Carrie & Tim. Also, Happy Birthday wishes on August 15 to my niece, Kandi, and to my good friend in Arizona, Jonzie. Enjoy your special days! Please notice that the Amery Free Press office will be closing at noon this Friday, August 11. Our office will re-open on Monday, August 14, at 8am. Sorry for any inconvenience this may cause. Hopefully you got a chance last night to view the beautiful Full Moon…it was very bright! Have a great week, and enjoy each day to the fullest!
New Emergency First Responder Team created in Barron county According to Mike Judy, Emergency Service Director in Barron County, each year, the Barron County 911 Center receives approximately 4,300 calls for emergencies such as car accidents, chest pain, traumatic injuries, respiratory illnesses, allergic reactions, seizures, diabetic problems, stroke symptoms, cardiac arrests, and other time-critical incidents. A large number of the calls are directed to first responders, a specific group of individuals trained in emergency response. Judy says, “These men and women of our community have dedicated their lives con-
tinually training to manage life-threatening emergencies in a rapid response setting and respond to neighbors in need—regardless of weather conditions, time of day or family plans.” Within Barron County, first responder teams are established to provide life-saving emergency medical treatment, but only in specific communities. Out of the 4,300 emergencies in 2016, only 1,100 occurred in areas that have a community-based first responder team. This leaves 3,000 calls occurring in areas that do not have a first responder program. In July 2017, a non-profit organization named “Emergency Services
of Barron County” was created to combine these current first responder organizations into one larger countywide team. This merger increased the number of volunteers and expanded first responder coverage into all communities within Barron County. “To support this initiative, we are asking our community for sponsorship assistance to provide our team members with state-required Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) training, and to equip our members with the supplies and equipment needed to arrive onscene and make a positive difference in the patient outcome,” adds Judy.
To donate to this critical cause, please visit w w w. E S B C . M y D a g Site.com, or visit our Facebook page at www. Facebook.com/ESBarronCounty. We have also partnered with the Barron County Sheriff’s Department to accept mail-in and drop-off donations at the Barron County Justice Center at 1420 State Highway 25 North, Barron, WI, 54812. (Please make checks payable to “LEFBC”). For questions, or to apply to be a volunteer with Emergency Services of Barron County, please contact Mike Judy at 715637-6732.
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50th Wedding Anniversary
East Immanuel Lutheran Church
Annual Corn & Brat Feed Sunday, Aug. 20, 11 am to 1 pm
Les & Mick Larsen
Rain or Shine - Outdoor Chapel
te d celebra n a e m o C with us OPEN HOUSE
Saturday, August 19, 2017, 2-4 p.m. First Lutheran Church, 240 Elm St., Amery
Fresh Corn on the Cob, Brats with all the fixings, Baked Beans, Lemonade, Coffee & Dessert Free will offering
TAKEOUT IS AVAILABLE TOO!
Entertainment by Amy Johnson & local musicians
You’re Invited to our
Annual Pig Roast Celebratingrs over 40 yea s of continuoue service to thy communit
Wednesday, Aug. 9 4 to 7 p.m.
MENU: Roast Pork, Potato Salad, Beans, Coleslaw, Cookies
Come Join the Fun!
FREE WILL DONATION ACCEPTED
Music provided by Craig Draxten and Dick Armbruster
Willow Ridge Healthcare 400 Deronda St., Amery
Join us for a
Picnic and General Informational Gathering at Garfield Park Tuesday, August 22 6-8 p.m.
Sponsored by the Republican Party of Polk County
Sweet Corn, Brats, Buns, Plates and utensils will be provided. Potluck for salads, desserts and drinks. Garfield Park, 776 130th St., Amery SW corner of Wapogasset Lake off of County Road F
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Beer & Hymns
Printmaker Emily Gray Koehler Paul Oman - Brathol-Hostvet Watercolor & Acrylic and Kay www.ArtzgAllery.org Potter Bruce Kaupanger Painter Diana Randolph Sr. Kristine Haugen - Watercolor & Mixed Media Willem Gebben - Functional Wood-Fired Pottery Gloria Adrian - “Senior Moments” Portraits of Amery Memory Care Residents & Watercolors by the Residents Amy LaVanier - “Burnt Offerings” Wood Burning
Chicken Dinner
Saturday, October 7, at Little Falls Lutheran Church, rural Amery.
Rain or Shine
Our Savior’s Lutheran Church
No charge for tables, the church will get 10% of sales.
217 Deronda St. Amery
Sunday, August 13
If interested, contact Sue at 715-268-6957 or fowlers83@yahoo.com
10:30 a.m.-2 p.m.
Bar-B-Qued Chicken, potato salad, cole slaw, rolls, bars, beverages
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Sunday, August 20, 3 p.m. at Amery Ale Works 588 115th St., Amery LED BY AMY JOHNSON AND OTHER LOCAL MUSICIANS
An Outreach Ministry of East Immanuel Lutheran Church
Amery VFW Post 7929 730 N. Wisconsin Ave., Amery
PIG ROAST Saturday, Sept. 9 Serving 1 p.m. until gone!
to do oing Hog” g e ’r We whole “ the the t here at W righ ery VF Am Menu: Roast Pig, Baked Beans, Coleslaw, Fresh Rolls & Butter
Eat in or take out $10
Beer, Wine Coolers & Soft Drinks available at the bar
BINGO Every Thursday 6:30 p.m.
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Your share is over $1,565
Bar Open 4 p.m.-? Thursdays & Fridays HAPPY HOUR 4-6 p.m. Only $1.50 beer during Happy Hour (Reg. $2.25)
Tronrud Family Reunion Saturday, August 19th Potluck at Noon at
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All proceeds support our new building fund
The Northern Lakes Center for the Arts presents
“Butterflies”
An evening of original poetry as recently published by LaMoine MacLaughlin in Butterflies and other poems.
Saturday, August 12 - 7:30 p.m. The Northern Lakes Center for the Arts 113 Elm St. - Amery, Wisconsin - (715) 268-6811 Admission: Adults - 5.00 (includes a copy of the book) /Children - $1.00
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Please join us Friday, Oct. 5-8 p.m. 208Exhibition Keller Avenue • A mery,12, wisconsin Art thru Oct. 29 Hours: mon-sAt 10-6 pm for an Artist’s Reception Featured artists: 715.268.8600 Featuring artists Bonnie Hagen, Sarah Dudgeon
Crafters and Vendors Wanted for our Craft/ Vendor Fair and Bake Sale:
Amery Fall Festival is September 14-15-16-17
Amery FAll FestivAl Queen Talent Competition
Saturday, Aug. 19, 7:30 p.m. AMERY HIGH SCHOOL AUDITORIUM
Admission by Fall Festival Button and $3 ticket. Tickets available at the door Proceeds to royalty scholarships
Amery High School Band Boosters
Pie & Ice Cream Social BBQ’s also served
Saturday, Aug. 19, 5-7 p.m.
AMERY HIGH SCHOOL CAFETERIA
Band will perform at 6 p.m.
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Garage Sale ads Multiple FAMILY Moving SALE!!
Friday August 11th 8 am-6 pm Moving and Purging... Something for everyone!
Many household Items, kitchen and dining ware, 12 ft aluminum boat, motor and trailer, trail camera, pull up exercise bar, electric scooter with van lift, craftsman chipper/shredder, twin bed, computer desks, dresser, wicker furniture, dining room set, lamps, chandeliers, door knobs, cabinet hardware, baking stuff, end tables, shelves, books, games, grandfather clock, Barbies, Zhu Zhu pets, movies, board games, toys, bikes, full size bed frame, name brand dress and casual clothes all in great shape; boys & girls clothing, women's clothing size S through 2X, Men's S- 3X, ...the list goes on! As always, the guys table full of goodies! A whole household full! Come see us!
Breast Cancer Awareness GARAGE SALE for Angie (Hoglund) Haselman 30 yr. old mother of 4
Friday, Aug. 11, 8 am-6 pm Saturday, Aug. 12, 8 am-3 pm Sunday, Aug. 13, 8 am-1 pm
436 State Rd. 46, south of Amery
Child & adult clothing, knick knacks, double stroller, asst. furniture, camping supplies, tents, hunting equip., tools & more.
We are also serving lunch to raise funds, or if you would like to make a cash donation please call 715-501-0380
AREA GOLF LEAGUES
727 75th St.
Follow the signs - east on Cty. Rd. F out of Amery to Cty. Rd. J and then left on to 75th St.
GARAGE SALE
Thursday, Aug. 10, noon-7 pm., Aug. 11 & 12, 8 am-5 pm
561 106th Ave., Amery
From Range turn south on Cty. Rd. D, 1 mile take left (east) on D, go 2 miles, turn right on 106th Ave., dead end road Baby items & clothes, boys & girls, toys, maternity clothes, mens & women’s clothing, home furnishings and much more
Garage Sale
Friday and Saturday, August 11 & 12, 8 am-5 pm
607 Pondhurst Dr., Amery Lots of clothes and misc.
GARAGE SALE Thurs, Fri & Sat Aug. 10, 11 & 12 9 am-5 pm
1587 105th Ave., Amery
Take F to C. Turn right on to C, about 7 miles. Watch for signs.
MULTI-FAMILY GARAGE SALE @ the Lorsung Home 1042 35th Ave. Friday, Aug. 11 8 am to 5 pm Lots of toys and much, much more. Proceeds will benefit the JON OTTO FAMILY. For more information, go to https://wwwgofundme.com/ friends-of-jon-otto
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Clear Lake Women’s Golf League August 1 results A Flight Low gross: Rachel Hansen 46 Low net: Sherri Munkelwitz 31 Low putts: Cathy Gorres 14 B Flight Low gross: Amy Lundgren 52 Low net: Mary Schradle Mau 26 Low putts: Mary Smith 15 C Flight Low gross: Andrea Legut 49 Low net: Carrie Magnuson 29 Low putts: Marie Bannink 18 D Flight Low gross: Margie Stary 62 Low net: Bev Hennessy 31 Low putts: Bonnie Fox 19 Games: Cindy Johnson, Betty Rogers, Laurene Klatt, Bonnie Fox, Sherri Munkelwitz and Rachel Hansen Birdies: Mary Schradle Mau Chip ins: Betty Rogers and Laura Gehrman TEAM STANDINGS Rowdy Rebels .................24 Slice Girls................... 15 7 Brothers ......................24 Chipper Chicks ......... 15 Sharks .............................21 Backwoods Hackers 12 Goof Balls .......................21 Golf Bags ...................... 9 Wild Whackers ..............15 Happy Hookers............ 9
Amery Women’s Golf League 18-HOLE LEAGUE Aug. 2 results A Flight Low gross: Sheryl Forshier Low net: Tracy Anderson and Gloria Lansin Low putts: Paula Fussy Game of the day: B Flight Low gross: Susan Olson Low net: Ione Gjerde Low putts: Ione Gjerde Game of the day: Susan Olson and Ione Gjerde C Flight Low gross: Vonnie Niccum Low net: Vi Nelson Low putts: Nylla Hanson Game of the day: Vi Nelson Chip-ins: Gloria Lansin #3, Karen Smith #11, Tracy Anderson #18 Birdies: Gloria Lansin #3 9-HOLE LEAGUE Aug. 2 results Division A Low gross: Katie Schanon 42 Low net: Tracy Anderson 34 Low putts: Gwen Wold 15 Division B Low gross: Sid Jones 54 Low net: Bette Elmer 37 Low putts: Sally Christenson 18 Division C Low gross: Jill Olson 57 Low net: Amanda Wold 37 Low putts: Ore Schock 18 Game: Most sand shots: Sheri Berg 5
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Activities/Serving Assistant (part-time) Schedule, direct and administer on site activities for tenants. Serve and clean-up of lunch and other meals for special occasions. Cover office when needed. PRIMARY DUTIES: •Develop and administer ongoing activities for tenants at Evergreen Village •Assist in serving lunches and meals for special occasions •Assist in cleaning up the kitchen and dining room areas •Assist in handling any medical emergency that may come about during shift •Perform administrative duties when the manager is off •Perform other work related duties requested by supervisors SKILLS/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: •High school diploma or GED •Minimum of 1 year experience working with the elderly, preferably directing activities •Good verbal communication skills •Must have basic computer skills with internet and Microsoft Office products •Must be able to perform physical demands including but not limited to: bending and stooping, reaching above the head and shoulders and work with cleaning chemicals •Good overall organizational skills
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We cannot function without great employees - talented, caring professionals are rewarded with a great, competitive total rewards package.
Professional position provides leadership, vision and strategic direction for Polk County’s Public Health programs and ser-vices. Directs the development, planning, management, coordi-nation, evaluation, and delivery of public health programs, and promotes population health through ongoing community health assessment and improvement planning in collaboration with diverse community partners. Protects the health of the community, through the enforcement of public health laws and facilitation of preparedness planning with community partners in a manner consistent with statutory authority and County policy. Mini-mum requirements of Local Health Officer as outlines in WI Stat-ute 251.06. Master’s degree in related field and three (3) years of full-time experience in a public health agency or in the perfor-mance of closely related duties preferred, please see the position description on our website for complete details
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Northwire, Inc. is looking for great people to join our production team. Full-time positions available in the following areas:
Extrusion (2nd and 3rd shift) minimum starting wage is $15.50
•2nd shift pay including shift differential starts at $15.50 with potential up to $17.50 within 9 months based on experience and technical level. •3rd shift pay including shift differential starts at $16.00 with potential up to $18.00 within 9 months based on experience and technical level. Northwire, Inc. offers a complete benefits package: health insurance (medical, dental & vision), vacation, paid holidays, 401(k) with employer match, disability and life insurance. Basic Qualifications: High school diploma/GED or higher. 1-3 years manufacturing experience required. Must have mechanical aptitude and ability to lift to 50 lbs. on a regular basis. Qualified applicants must pass a drug test, background screen, and pre-employment physical exam. If you are interested in working with us, apply in person or send resume to Northwire, Inc. 110 Prospect Way, Osceola, WI 54020 or email to HumanResources_Northwire@lemo.com. Online applications are also available at www.northwire.com/careers. Equal Opportunity Employer: disability/veteran
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Golden Age Manor in Amery, WI would like you on our team!
Dietary Aide Position
Housekeeping: Part-time days Laundry Aides: Part-time days
Part Time 6-8 days every two weeks with opportunity to pick up additional hours as desired.
As a Polk County, WI. Employee you will be benefit eligible including Health Insurance, Dental/Vision Insurance, Paid Time Off, WRS Retirement, etc. Please call for more information or apply online now!
All faiths or beliefs are welcome. 15-G1734
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QUALITY MANAGER New Richmond, WI Minimum of 5 years experience in quality assurance. Will coordinate all activities involved in ISO certification & be responsible for all Quality inspectors & Techs. Prefer experience in Medical injection Molding with previous experience in calibration systems, first articles & inspections, adavanced math & statistics is desired. Excellent salary - $60,000 to $80,000. Benefits include health insurance, paid vacation & holidays. 401k plan and more!
Apply online at prismplasticsinc.com or mail resome to Products Inc., PO Box 446 New Richmond, WI 54017
No phone calls please
POSITIONS AVAILABLE AUGUST 2017 SCHOOL DISTRICT OF AMERY CLUBHOUSE: •Clubhouse Substitutes CERTIFIED STAFF: •4K Teacher •Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) •Speech/Language Pathologist •Substitute Teachers SCHOOL NUTRITION: •Substitute Cooks and Servers SUPPORT STAFF: •Intermediate School Secretary •Elementary Academic & Behavioral Intervention Paraeducator •4K Paraeducator •Substitute Paraeducators (4K, Office and Special Education) TRANSPORTATION: •Bus Drivers •Bus and Van Driver Substitutes COACHING: •Middle School Track Head Coach For further information on all of the positions listed above, go to WECAN (https://wecan.education.wisc. edu/#/) and create an account. TO APPLY: Complete application and provide 3 letters of recommendation on WECAN (https://wecan.education.wisc.edu/#/). For more information call 715-268-9771 x272. The School District of Amery is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination in all its programs and activities on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, and where applicable, sex, marital status, familial status, parental status, religion, sexual orientation, genetic information, political beliefs, reprisal, or because all or part of an individual's income is derived from any public assistance program.
To place a help wanted ad on this page call the Amery Free Press 715-268-8101 HELP WANTED
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1st & 2nd Shift Cycle Techs/Processing • Associates degree (A.A.) lor equivalent from 2-year college or technical school • A minimum of two years experience in mold maintenance & tooling related functions is required • Setup and startup all production jobs that consistent of staying within the processing parameters & master cycles • Able to troubleshoot production jobs if need be • Own your own tools • Work together as a TEAM player
Send resume to: Prism Plastics Products Inc., PO Box 446 New Richmond, WI 54017 or apply online at prismplasticsinc.com No phone calls please
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