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A group of men begin their stretches. Hands on hips, side to side. Bending knees up and down, next their arms extend out and back in again. These calisthenics would lead one to believe that the group is preparing for flag football, or possible fast pitch softball. Next the breathing exercises begin, followed by sounds projecting from their massaged jaws that prove these guys are no amateurs when it comes to pitch notation, physics of sound, whole step and half step intervals, sharps, flats and scales. The gang is not warmed up to play any type of ball; they are now prepared to sing as part of the Indianhead Chorus. This group contains a variety of gentlemen, but truly exists because of one man. Lorne Nelson shares that during a squirrel hunting expedition with his father, he was convinced to attend a barbershop show. Nelson greatly enjoyed singing; he had been
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Many people have heard of “The House That Jack Built.” It is the title of a poem, as well as a movie. There is a popular book entitled “The House That Love Built.” Have you ever heard about “The House That A Warrior Built”?
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If you haven’t, you can go see the real thing in progress in the Whispering Waters development, located off of West Griffin Street in Amery. Some time ago, administration at the school district of Amery came up with the idea of having a Technical Education class from Amery High School construct a dwelling to be sold, and instructor Josh Ganje hopes
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participating in his church choir since he had been 12 years old. He also really enjoyed the barbershop show he attended and it wasn’t long before he organized a quartet. By 1958 ,the quartet had grown into a group of men who were officially chartered as the Indianhead Chapter. The group performed their first annual Harvest of Harmony Show in October of 1959. The cost of a ticket was $1.00. In 1963 the group’s name changed to the Polk County Chapter. Nelson said, “We started meeting in Cushing with about 12 men and gradually increased our attendance and area so we pretty well covered Polk County.” It was time to expand, and soon their name became the Indianhead Chorus Polk-Burnett Chapter. In 1960 Nelson led the group to participate in their very first competition in Janesville, WI. It was the 1970’s though,
that found them having real success at contest. They brought home the championship trophy several times. The singing isn’t the only thing to be dazzled by during the shows. The uniforms have changed throughout the years, but have remained eye catching. In the early 1960’s their uniforms were orange felt Native American costumes. Nelson shared that it wasn’t a big deal when one member forgot his socks during that era. On the fly the entire group decided to perform barefoot and it worked perfect with that outfit. In 1965 they tried their first formal look with red tuxedos. The success in the 70’s was no doubt partially due to the sharp look of their white pants, white shoes, and purple ruffled tux shirts with a white bow tie. Today the men wear black tuxedos with blue vests and ties. From within the Indianhead Chorus many quartets have developed including: The
Chieftains, Chubby Chums, Broiler Room 4, Royalaires, The Professors, Wee Willies, Farm-Mors, Injunaires, and Utilities. Currently there are three active quartets: Chariot, First Choice, Bright Knights, and the quartet known as the Men of the Dalles consisting of Nelson and fellow music lovers Jon Buss, Norm Osero, and Larry Jepsen. Their annual show in October is their main event, but during the course of the year they participate in many activities. They sing carols as part of the December holiday stroll in Amery, they enjoy performing at community celebrations like Wannigan Days in St. Croix Falls, and Music in the Park in Osceola and Luck. The men sing at area churches throughout Polk County twice each year, usually singing at seven to nine churches on a Sunday morning. They have performed in Como Park along with eight other choruses’. Nelson said
he also enjoyed the days he sang at Hazeldon. “Music really has healing powers”, he said. For the first handful of years Nelson was the director of the chorus. There were a few times that he took a year off just to enjoy singing with the chorus. Another main stay director was Steve Swenson who recently stepped down from the job after more than 25 years. Karl Wicklund is the current director and will be directing his first annual show this year. Some of Nelson’s favorite memories are taking his annual vacation from the Cushing Post Office to go on trips to competitions. He absolutely cannot pick just one favorite song. There is no doubt that Nelson absolutely put his heart into every performance. Some time ago he was quoted as saying, “We are a bunch of hams who enjoy performing and we hope you enjoy listening to us. If you like barber-
shop as much as we do, then we’re all having a ball.” At almost 92 years of age, Nelson no longer performs with the group but actively comes to practices and shows. He will be there enjoying the music when the chorus celebrates it’s 60th Annual Harvest of Harmony show. It will take place on October 6th with shows at 2P.M. and 7P.M. at the Amery High School Auditorium. The current Land O Lakes District Champion Quartet, Border Project, will be a special guest along with the 2009 International Champions, Crossroads Quartet. After Glow to follow the last show at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Amery. Tickets are available from any chorus member or at Chet Johnson Drug for $10 in advance. Tickets are $15 at the door. Students are free.
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ing Trades are in 10th, 11th, and 12th grades and began the process by enrolling in Ganje’s ‘Understanding Construction’ class. Next, they applied for a spot on the Construction Academy team and completed OSHA 10 safety training. The building site is their classroom where from 7:45A.M. to 9:20A.M. students get first-hand experience in the construction indus-
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try. The kids are a part of every aspect of the building process and recently met with Building Inspector Craig Moriak. He discussed building code with the group and pointed out the importance of working together. He explained everything that he will be looking at during the process and took the time to answer questions. “An inspector does not have to know all of
the answers, but he does need to know where to find them,” Moriak said. As the inspector stated dimensions he felt were necessary in certain areas of the project, Ganje would then point to the student he was bestowing the responsibility upon. Moriak shared with the students, “To be an inspector it is a whole lot easier when you know what it is like to have had your boots dirty. That way you
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know what the guys are going through out here working the trades.” Moriak and Ganje both agree that there is a lack of workers in many of the construction trades. Ganje said, “The goal of the CTE Construction Academy is to promote an interest, and hopefully, a career in the trades.” Moriak stressed that there are a lot of great job opportunities and a great deal of demand. “I think this is a great learning experience. There are days out here when it is going to be
tough, but you wouldn’t learn even half as much as you are, if you were only in the classroom,” Moriak said. With that he wished the students well and approved for trusses to be delivered. With those well wishes the student builders will now move on to the next steps that will eventually include electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and finish work. Many AHS student hands will be a part of the process. The project will also involve input from additional Amery High School CTE programs. Their parts
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Saturday, October 6 | 10:00 a.m.—4:00 p.m. BBQ Served—Pulled Pork on a bun w/ choice of two sides Artisan Expo | Caricatures & Face Paintings | Food | Spirits Live Music by Paisan & the Family Brass—starting at 12:00 p.m. KCBS State Championship KCBS Cooks’ Demonstrations 2:00 p.m., 2:30 p.m., & 3:00 p.m. Award Ceremony at 4:00 p.m.—BBQ Cooks & Artisans Proceeds from this year’s event benefit the Turtle Lake Area Food Pantry
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of the operation may include landscaping or marketing the sale of the home. Henry Ford once said, “Coming together is a beginning. Keeping together is progress. Working together is success.” Working together from start to finish on such an undertaking is leaving a mark on the community; and regardless of what their future careers may entail, each of the Amery High School student Warriors that have had a hand in this project is bound to have an impact on them.
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OCTOBER 5 Apple River Opry lights up the night in Amery The Apple River Opry will be returning to the Amery Classic Theatre Friday, October 5 at 7 p.m. Performing will be the Hunyuks, Becky Schlegel Duo, Pat Donohue and the Prairie All Stars. The Amery Arts Alliance is using this Opry with wellknown artists to test if the community is interested in keeping the Theatre operating. Due to the cost of the show, tickets are $15.00, no advance purchase reduction. If the theatre has a full house (224 seats), it will be a sign that the community wants the theatre to continue. The Amery Arts Alliance has run out of money to subsidize Theatre operations. If there is not an adequate audience, shows will cease, while the theatre continues to operate.
OCTOBER 5 & 6 Turtle Lake Fire District’s Gun Show Buy, sell, trade and browse at the Turtle Lake Fire District’s Gun Show Friday and Saturday, October 5 and 6, 2018 at Brother’s Event Center in Turtle Lake. This event it open to the public Friday from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Admission is $5 per person. No one admitted under 18 unless accompanied by an adult. Food and refreshments are available on premises. All proceeds will help fund our new equipment and scholarships. For more information, call 715-986-4516.
Wisconsin Colorfest & BBQ Bash Turtle Lake will host Wisconsin Colorfest and BBQ Bash October 5 and 6, 2018 at the Village Park. Friday, October 5 from 4-9 pm there will be BBQs (chicken thighs and sides), live music by Blue Drifters, and food, beer and wine in the Spirits Garden. Saturday, October 6 from 10 am - 4 pm there will be BBQs (Pulled Pork on a bun with sides), Artisan Expo, kids activities, food, spirits, live music by Paisan & The Family Brass, Kansas City Barbeque Society (KCBS) State Championship, KCBS Cooks’ Demonstrations and an awards ceremony. The cost is $15 for both days or $10 daily for full access and BBQs; $5 for kids 12 and under. Proceeds from this event benefit the Turtle Lake Area Food Pantry.
questions, call or text Lorrie at 715-808-3977.
Harvest of Harmony The Indianhead Barbershop Chorus will return to the Amery High School for their 60th Anniversary Harvest of Harmony Saturday, October 6 at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Also performing will be Border Project and Crossroads. Tickets are $10 in advance (from members, at Chet Johnson Drug or by calling 715-268-9114) and $15 at the door. After Glow to follow last show at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Amery.
Changing Colors Ride The Friends of the Stower Seven Lakes State Trail invite you to their annual Changing Colors Ride (And Family Game Day) on Saturday, October 6 at Soo Line Park. Family games will be from 11:30 to 1 p.m.; Annual Meeting & FREE Hot Dog Lunch 12 p.m.; Changing Colors Bike Ride 1 p.m. Everyone is welcome! Come and join us for an afternoon of family fun!
Craft & Vendor Fair Little Falls Lutheran Church, 1272 44th. Ave., Amery, will host a Craft & Vendor Fair on Saturday, October 6 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Theme baskets and lunch available. For
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The Amery Community Center will host the annual Tom Brekke Memorial Oktoberfest Saturday, October 13 from 3-7 p.m. Live music featuring Cattail Moon from 3-6, pork chops and brats (provided by the Amery Lions Club), beer, pop and coffee available. Pool Tournament (register by calling 715-2686605). Free will donation. All donations will be matched by Cardinal LG.
Youth Rec Fair The Amery High School is hosting a Youth Rec Fair Tuesday, October 9 from 6:30-7:30 p.m. There will be information and registration for community youth activities for boys and girls. Learn about and potentially register for basketball, wrestling, hockey, soccer, martial arts, jr golf, track and field club, boy and girl scouts, open gyms and more! Amery Warrior apparel will be available for sale. Stay to cheer on the Warrior Volleyball team. AHS Pep Band, Senior Night & Dig Pink. Free admission with the varsity game at 7 p.m. Funds raised for the Side-Out Foundation will go toward a clinical trial specifically for patients with stage 4 breast cancer.
OCTOBER 10 Beef Cow-Calf Workshop
OCTOBER 7 Swedish Fall Dinner Craft and Bake Sale Balsam Lutheran Church will host a Swedish Dinner Craft and Bake Sale Sunday, October 7 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. On the menu is Swedish meatballs, real mashed potatoes and gravy, sweet potatoes, corn, cranberries, coleslaw, rolls, homemade pie and beverages. Adults - $9, Children 5-10 - $5, 4 and Under - Free. Handicap Accessible.
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University of Wisconsin-Extension is hosting a Beef Cow-Calf Workshop at the Ag Service and Education Center (1960 9th Ave, Baldwin, WI) on Wednesday, October 10, 2018. Registration is at 6:15 pm with the program from 6:30-8:30 pm. Please pre-register by contacting the St. Croix County Extension Office at 715-531-1930 or ryan.sterry@ces.uwex.edu by Monday, October 8. Sponsored by the UW-Extension Offices in Buffalo, La Crosse, Monroe, St. Croix, and Vernon Counties.
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St. John’s Catholic Church in Clear Lake is hosting their annual Fall Chicken Dinner and Raffle Drawing on Sunday, October 7, 2018 serving from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Menu includes: chicken, mashed potatoes and gravy, squash, green beans, cranberries, roll, pie and beverage. Cost: $9 for ages 13 and up, $6 for ages 5-12 and 4 and under free. A fish pond, cake walk, country store and kids raffle also happening. Mass is at 10:30 a.m. with raffle drawing at 1:30 p.m. Tickets are $1 each or 6/$5. Need not be present to win.
The Clear Lake Community Theater presents “Night Comes Early” - A comedy by Burton Bumgarner at the Clear Lake Area Community Center Gymnasium. Performances are October 12-14 & 19-21, 2018. Fridays and Saturdays at 7 p.m. and Sunday Matinees at 2 p.m. Admission is $8 for Adults, $7 for Senior Citizens, and $5 for 18 & Under. Refreshments served during intermission - free will donation.
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gher at 651-322-1101 or go online to redcrossblood.org. This blood drive is sponsored by the Amery Woman’s Club.
Our Savior’s Lutheran Church of Amery will host an American Red Cross Blood Drive Monday, October 8 from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. and Tuesday, October 9 from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. To schedule an appointment, please call Vicki Seibel Betzold at 715-268-6271, Sheeran Galla-
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OCTOBER 13 The Amery Snowmobile Club will host it’s 15th Annual Swap Meet October 13 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Cattail Trail Head along the Apple River. Free admission for buyers. $10 donation for a swap space. The Snowmobile Club holds meetings the third Tuesday of every month at the Amery Community Center.
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OCTOBER 14 Harvest Dinner Deronda Lutheran Church, 1239 65th Ave., Amery, will host its annual Harvest Dinner Sunday, October 14, 2018 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Ham, scalloped potatoes, corn, squash, cole slaw, roles and pie will be served. Free will offering.
Chicken Dinner Christ Lutheran Church – Pipe Lake (1994 20th St., Comstock, WI) will host a Chicken Dinner on Sunday, October 14 starting at 11 a.m. Family style broasted chicken, mashed potatoes and gravy, corn, cranberries, cole slaw, buns, pies and beverage. Adults $9, 6-12 years $5 and 5 and under free. Take out dinners available. There will also be a bazaar, bake sale, vegetable/plant sale and fish pond. No Sunday Worship Service on October 14. Worship will be Wednesday, October 10 at 7 p.m.
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OCTOBER 24 Free Movie - The Enemies Within The Polk County Republicans will show a free movie at the St. Croix Falls Public Library on Wednesday, October 24 at 6:30 p.m. The Enemies Within: Communists, Socialists and Progressives in the US Congress. Trevor Lauden exposes a shocking number of US Senators & Congress members who pose a security risk to America. Find out who in WI has links to radical anti-American organizations. www.trevorlauden. com 88 min.
NOVEMBER 1 Free Movie - Death of A Nation The Polk County Republicans will show a free movie at the St. Croix Falls Public Library on Thursday, November 1 at 6:30 p.m. Death of a Nation. Lincoln united his Party and saved America from the Democrats for the first time. Can Trump, and we, come together and save America for the second time? www.DeathofaNationMovie.com.
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I hope I didn’t bury the lede BY TOM STANGL FROM THE PUBLISHER’S DESK
The first week of October is traditionally designated as National Newspaper Week, a time for newspapers to celebrate the impact they have in their communities. How important is a free and independent press? The founding fathers must have thought it was pretty important. In the first amendment to the Constitution, freedom of the press was one of five freedoms expressly given to all Publisher Americans. Extra credit if you can name the other four. Tom Stangl Give up? Freedom of religion, speech, the right of the people to assemble peaceably and to petition the government for grievances are the other four. The first amendment has been in place for 227 years and is considered a hallmark of American liberty. It’s been around so long, many of us take it for granted that it will be here forever. It’s about at this point in the column that I tell you that we can truly never take these rights for granted and that newspapers play a vital role as a watchdog to those in power. Yup, that’s still very true. So, if this is all so important, why don’t people realize the importance of a healthy and vibrant media? I think there are several answers to that question. First and foremost, as an industry, we do a terrible job of self-promotion. I think this stems from believing that people reading our products already “get it,” meaning that by subscribing to or purchasing a newspaper that they accept this basic premise as fact. I think we sometimes believe using space like this to discuss the importance of a healthy free press can be perceived as being whiny or, worse yet, preaching to the choir. I know that we value the special relationship we have with our readers and we do our best each week to bring you information that you were unaware of and will find interesting or important, so self-promotion may seem like a bit of a stretch. I think that’s probably why the national week was devised. Having a set point in time each year to recall something important has a proven track record. Birthdays and anniversaries have worked out pretty well for most people. So, here’s my pitch. Bear with me if you have heard this before, but it is worth repeating. Newspapers have the largest amount of original reporting of any local media. Every issue is the equivalent word count of a novel. Stories are researched and fact checked. We sit at the meetings so you don’t have to. (We would like you to do so, but it’s your time. How you use it is your business.) Many of these stories would probably never come to light without newspapers. Some improprieties might never come to light or would only come out after substantial damage is done. Other people who have done good things might never receive the recognition they deserve. It’s a job we take seriously and one we love. We understand the value of your time and your trust. Every issue we do our best to earn both. Want to celebrate newspapers? Get a subscription. Ensuring our survival is in everyone’s best interest. 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.
Keep the dream alive BY APRIL ZIEMER EDITOR@THEAMERYFREEPRESS.COM
It has been very nice to see all of the excitement and support Barron Wisconsin resident Chris Kroeze is receiving about his upcoming performance on NBC’s “The Voice.” Fans across the area are in hopes that his audition performance turns into a long run on season 15 of the singing competition program. Last week my Editor husband Josh and our ten-year old April Ziemer daughter Reagan watched with me as the show premiered on Monday. We were not sure which night Kroeze would be featured, so we would need to tune in nightly to catch him. I made a comment to Reagan that when I watched Kroeze sing, I would probably get the chills. She asked, “Why?” I responded that it was because I have actually met him a few times. Josh piped in and, with a huge grin on his face, said, “Do you think Chris Kroeze gets the chills when he reads the Amery Free Press?” O.K. so maybe y it seems silly y that
at this point I am considering my time handing Kroeze his payment for performing at the Amery Fall Festival my brush with fame. I am excited though to see this small town guy grasp onto his dreams. My dream many moons ago was to become a “Solid Gold Dancer.” Some of you may remember the music television series that ran from 1980 to 1988. Dionne Warwick hosted it for a time before she found being a psychic to be more lucrative. Usually airing on Saturday evenings, “Solid Gold” was one of several shows that focused on the popular music of any given week; much like “Soul Train” or “American Bandstand.” Like other music shows, “Sold Gold” featured live performances by recording artists, but it stood out by including something the others did not: an in-house crew of professional dancers that performed routines choreographed to the week’s featured songs. Anybody who really knows me understands that I have some pretty super fly dance moves and had I been parading around behind Andy Gibb, I would have surely stole the show. I was a shoo-in for the job. The outfits that the dancers wore tended to be a little on the py side. I would surely y lose skimpy
all of my baby fat by the time I was old enough to join the show and I would end up looking marvelous in one of those satin and sequined leotards. Unfortunately, the show was cancelled before I was old enough to live out my dream. It turns out that Andy Gibb is gone, “Solid Gold” is gone, and the only thing that remains is my baby fat. This is why I have so much admiration for someone like Chris Kroeze who is able to live out his dreams. I will cheer him on week after week. As far as my husband making the comment about Kroeze getting the chills while reading the Free Press; I have decided that I am pretty sure that he does. His spouse is probably like mine refusing to turn on the heat yet. There are probably quite a few people who are getting the chills when they read the paper this time of year. I enjoy sharing my thoughts with you, and look forward to readers sharing their thoughts in return. Feel free to email me at editor@ theameryfreepress.com, write me at P.O. Box 224, Amery WI. 54001 or I can be reached by phone at 715268-8101
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Making a difference for the good A few weeks ago, Luck High School seniors were told that one of their own alumni was contributing scholarships to any of the 2019 graduates who will be attending a technical college. Dennis Frandsen, a successful businessman with Luck roots, said Local he made this gift because Voices ‘it was the Vince Netherland right thing to do.’ As a Polk County result, any Econ. Dev. of the 34 prospective Luck graduates may receive up to two years of technical college education for free. Most available scholarships that are awarded each year go to graduates who are the school’s top students and who plan on attending a 4-year col-
lege or university. There is no doubt that these students are deserving. But Mr. Frandsen’s gift is targeted to other deserving students who may hold the key to a local community’s future. Students seeking technical degrees learn the skills necessary to build, wire, and plumb our homes. They learn to provide health care to our elderly. They are also able to fix our computers, weld parts, and transport cargo. And many of these tech students receive their training and begin their careers here at home. The future of business in Polk County depends to a large extent on our workforce. Polk County needs more workers who are trained and ready to perform much needed tasks in all types and sizes of businesses. In addition, students who further their education at tech schools and work locally also become advocates and leaders for their home towns. They believe in their community
and they work toward a better future for their kids, schools, and neighbors. The contribution from Mr. Frandsen is the perfect gift that not only helps specific students, but it also establishes a path for young people to follow and succeed at home. Some young people are destined to leave and accomplish great things in other places. But some can be successful here in Polk County and make a difference for the good of many …. just like Mr. Frandsen. The Polk County Economic Development Corporation is a public-private organization that was created to encourage and promote economic development and capital investment, create and retain quality jobs, enhance the tax base and facilitate positive sustainable growth throughout Polk County, Wisconsin.
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Urges Christians to become active in elections To the editor: I want to address fellow Christians and urge their participation in the upcoming November election. I was remembering a conversation with a Christian friend. I knew he believed in the practice of abortion. I couldn’t understand how he could reconcile that with being a Christian. I finally asked him. He couldn’t explain. He became angry and said, “I just know God loves abortion.” No further discussion was necessary for me. The God I know is the same yesterday, today and forever. He does not change. And life is precious to him. Nothing matters more. Today, incredibly, there is
an abortion “industry”. Over fifty million accomplished and counting. Most aided by taxpayer dollars. This concept has been brilliantly marketed, sold and commonly accepted as a health care benefit for women. When elections occur, we all focus on issues deemed important in our own minds, for our own particular reasons. Christians need to reason differently. Christian integrity involves living by one standard and for the approval of the judge. It is the height of arrogance for anyone to believe that what seems right is wiser than what God has revealed. And all has been revealed to us in the Word. As Christians, we have an obligation to find
our what is revealed and to make choices in the light of it. This applies to the voting process as well. We are in the world but not of the world. Romans 14:22 states: “Blessed is teh man who doesn’t condemn himself by what he approves.” We must examine the candidates to determine if their values coincide with God’s values. No other standard is applicable. I leave you Isaiah 5:20, “Woe to those who call evil good and good evil, who put darkness for light and light for darkness, who put bitter for sweet and sweet for bitter.” Investigate, pray and vote accordingly. Mike Crim St. Croix Falls, WI
Senate Judiciary Hearing on September 27, 2018 To the editor: Judge Kavanaugh’s demeanor and lack of candor during his testimony raises doubt on his ability to act impartially in many cases that would be brought to the Supreme Court. This hearing was held to discover information on an alleged sexual assault. The morning session was relatively professional. The afternoon
session became very undisciplined. Any improprieties regarding Democratic delay tactics asserted by Republican senators is a separate story and should be a stand-alone investigation. Any judgements toward Judge Kavanaugh or Dr. Ford related to the accusation of sexual assault cannot be honestly passed without further investigation.
Someone committed perjury. I would like to know who. I would urge senators to vote no on Judge Kavanaugh’s nomination due to his lack of candor in both hearings and his contempt for the Thursday hearing and his out of control demeaner in the Thursday hearing. Kurt Zemke Rice Lake, WI
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Republican candidates in top state Senate races outraise opponents BY WISPOLITICS.COM THE CAPITOL REPORT
All but one of the Republican candidates in top state Senate races had more cash on hand for the home stretch of campaigning than their Democratic opponents in the November elections. And that was in the far northwestern state race where incumbent Democrat Janet Bewley had the advantage. Here’s the rundown in the state Senate money race. Republicans hold an 18-15 edge over Democrats in the state Senate. » GOP challenger Andre Jacque outraised Democratic Sen. Caleb Frostman in their rematch for northeastern Wisconsin’s 1st Senate District. Jacque, R-De Pere, reported $50,416 in receipts and $12,913 in expenses between July 31 and Aug. 31. He finished with $89,454 cash on hand. His receipts included $746 for postage from the Committee to Elect a Republican Senate. Also, his spending included paying off a debt of $11,730 for TV ads from the June special election, which Frostman won with 51.4 percent of the vote. Frostman, D-Sturgeon Bay, raised $36,492, spent $9,156 and had $81,802 in the bank. Just over half of what Frostman raised came from committees. That included $7,165 from the State Senate Democratic Committee to cover staffing costs. » Republican Rep. Dale Kooyenga, who’s running for the open 5th Senate District that includes Milwaukee’s western suburbs, raised $42,839, spent $18,763 and had $293,910 in the bank. He received a $7,844 in-kind donation from the state GOP. Democrat Julie Henszey, a corporate trainer and outdoor adventure guide, raised $32,463, spent $10,476 and had $65,383 in the bank. The SSDC made $6,939 in in-kind donations to her campaign for staff wages and polling. » Top Democratic target Sen. Howard Marklein, R-Spring Green, raised $38,206 in the reporting period, spent $19,497 and had $491,520 in the bank. He received in-kind donations of $10,775 from the Committee to Elect a Republican Senate for media-videos, renting a hall for a fundraiser and postage. Democratic rival Kriss Marion, an organic farmer, raised $30,516, spent $20,160 and had $66,559 in the bank. The SSDC gave her $5,184 in in-kind donations. » Republican Sen. Roger Roth, of Appleton, raised $26,599, spent $3,040 and had $307,933 in the bank. Challenger Lee Snodgrass, the Outagamie County Democratic Party chair, raised $27,023, spent $16,339 and had $45,586 in the bank. The SSDC gave her an in-kind donation of $1,818 for campaign staff wages, while Minority Leader Jennifer Shilling’s campaign gave her $2,000. » In the open 23rd Senate District, which includes the Chippewa Valley area, Republican Rep. Kathy Bernier, of Lake Hallie, raised $27,249, spent $15,684 and had $134,938 in the bank. CERS gave her an in-kind contribution of $10,000 for media-TV. Democrat Chris Kapsner, an ER physician, raised $16,241, spent $10,938 and had $44,036 in the bank. He received $5,542 in in-kind donations from the SSDC for staff salaries and other costs. » Democratic Sen. Janet Bewley, of Ashland, raised $46,782, spent $29,669 and had $93,109 in the bank. Her receipts included $26,471 in in-kind donations from the SSDC for staff, polling and other costs. Republican James Bolen, a resort owner, raised $16,332, spent $26,785 and had $39,497 in the bank. His receipts included $10,317 in in-kind donations from CERS for TV and radio. » In the open 31st Senate District, which covers the Eau Claire area, Democrat Jeff Smith, a former state representative, raised $22,671, spent $11,921 and had $17,107 in the bank. He received $8,684 in contributions from committees last month after he won a three-way Democratic primary. Farmer Mel Pittman, R-Plum City, raised $9,220, spent $10,722 and had $54,914 in the bank. He received no committee contributions during the period. The Capitol Report is written by editorial staff at WisPolitics. com, a nonpartisan, Madison-based news service that specializes in coverage of government and politics, and is distributed for publication by members of the Wisconsin Newspaper Association. Copyright © WisPolitics.com
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Amery Area Municipal Court Amery Area Municipal Court was held in Amery on Wednesday, September 26, 2018. The following cases were heard:
CITY OF AMERY: Thomas A. Beard, 31, Amery, exceeding speed zones (1-10 mph), $98.80. Korry L. Blodgett, 24, New Richmond, disorderly conduct with a motor vehicle, $124 and possess, manufacture and deliver drug paraphernalia, $187.
Bendiks K. Brown, 18, Balsam Lake, operate motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10. Melody L. Cassavant, 42, Amery, speeding on city highway (11-15 mph), $98.80. Jodi L. Chock, Amery, 48, failure to stop at stop sign, $98.80. Rebecca J. Daley, 35, Amery, vehicle operator failure to wear seat belt, $10. Daniel L. Gannon, Amery, 19, possession of a controlled substance, $376.
Stephanie C. Griffith, 39, Amery, exceeding speed zones (11-15 mph), $98.80 and non-registration of auto, $98.80. Kelsey M. Hochman, 27, Deer Park, operate without carrying license, $73.60. Nadine M. Kline, 52, Clear Lake, failure to stop at stop sign, $98.80. Philip G. Laval, 63, Amery, operate motor vehicle without insurance, $124 and failure to yield right of way, $98.80. Tammy K. Merth, 41, Ham-
mond, operate motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10. John M. Robinson, 32, Minneapolis, exceeding speed zones (1-10 mph), $98.80. Joyce E. Schwartz, 69, Baldwin, exceeding speed zones (1-10 mph), $98.80. Robert A. Stewart Jr., 56, Balsam Lake, exceeding speed zones (1-10 mph), $98.80. Jennifer L. Troff, 34, Amery, exceeding speed zones (1-10 mph), $98.80.
Polk County arrest report Nicholas Robert Engelhart, 40, St. Croix Falls, WI, was arrested Sept. 18 for domestic battery and domestic disorderly conduct. Sean Jefferson Martin, 24, Luck, WI, was arrested Sept. 18 for possession of marijuana (2nd), possession of drug paraphernalia and disorderly conduct. Gary James Anderson, 75, Luck, WI, was arrested Sept. 19 for domestic disorderly conduct. Jason Allen Scherf, 42, Centuria, WI, was arrested Sept. 20 for bail jumping. Jeffrey Scott Treiber, 59, Cushing, WI, was arrested Sept. 20 for threats. Curtis Joseph Blaser, 34, St. Croix Falls, WI, was arrested Sept. 21 for recklessly endangering safety.
Natalie C. Zxzen, 35, of Saint Paul, MN, was arrested Sept. 21 for bail jumping (x2). Kayla Renee Stence, 27, Rice Lake, WI, was arrested Sept. 21 for possession of methamphetamine with intent. Lucas D. Libner, 37, Rice Lake, WI, was arrested Sept. 21 for possession of methamphetamine with intent and a probation hold. Ky Daniel Larson, 28, Milltown, WI, was arrested Sept. 21 for possession of marijuana (repeater), possession of drug paraphernalia (repeater) and bail jumping. James R. Handrahan, 53, Amery, WI was arrested Sept. 23 for battery. Jacob Aaron Wicklund, 20, Amery, WI, was arrested Sept. 21 for OWI (1st) and a probation
hold. Megan Marie Lowe, 25, Luck, WI, was arrested Sept. 17 for failure to appear warrants (4x). Samantha Louise Hart, 28, Luck, WI, was arrested Sept. 17 for failure to appear warrants (2x). Jason Wyatt Barrett, 30, New Richmond, WI was arrested Sept. 28 for warrants in St. Croix Falls, St. Croix County, and Burnett County. Donald Paul Kromrey, 38, Balsam Lake, WI, was arrested Sept. 19 for failure to appear. Jason Scott Kightlinger, 33, Frederic, WI, was arrested Sept. 21 for a felony warrant. David J. Apfel, 39, Rice Lake, WI, was arrested Sept. 22 for a probation warrant.
Polk County Marriage Licenses Benjamin Thomas James Carley and Amanda Rae Potting were issued a license on Aug. 20. James William Connors and Megan Mary Condon were issued a license on Aug. 20. Elijah Jon Balbach and Stephanie Ann Combs were issued a license on Aug. 21. Joseph Letson Tener and Sheila Kristin Holeman were issued
a license on Aug. 21. Jamie Joseph Robl and Stephanie Noelle Erb were issued a license on Aug. 21. Gabriel John Kennedy and Danielle Elizabeth Macak were issued a license on Aug. 22. Reese Steven Elmer and Kimberley Ann Jansen were issued a license on Aug. 22. Joseph Jeffrey Dittrich and
Safia Khan were issued a license on Aug. 23. Derek Jeffrey Luther and Krystal Marie Beckwith were issued a license on Aug. 23. Bernard Peter Greene and Lanie Marie Olson were issued a license on Aug. 24. Ian Michael McNeill and Alycia Dee Vanderbent were issued a license on Aug. 24.
Study examines drinking behavior, age
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — When legal drinking starts at age 21, men are far more likely to drive drunk, get in fights or engage in risky sexual practices, according to a University of Wisconsin-Madison researcher. Public Affairs and Sociology professor Jason Fletcher examined figures from Add Health, a long-term national study covering adolescent to adult health. WUWM-FM reported. Fletcher’s findings were recently published in the Contemporary Economic Policy journal. Fletcher said he didn’t find similar negative impacts among women. ``There is just nothing I can discern from the data of negative
impacts along the outcomes that I examine for women,’’ he said. ``The individuals in the data, when they turn 21, they do drink more, but the consequences that I examined, women don’t seem to have those consequences.’’ The findings show that policy should be directed toward men, such as reminding them of the dangers of driving drunk, Fletcher said. ``And, it might be a reasonable intervention to remind parents of individuals about to turn 21, that especially their sons, about these negative consequences,’’ he said. ``Maybe they could at least be part of these interventions, in terms of reducing these risky behaviors right around the
legal age of drinking.’’ Fletcher said he found that parents can’t deter all excessive drinking. Young adults living with their parents are more at risk to participate in alcohol-related risky behavior than young people living away from home, he said. Fletcher said the study shows that Wisconsin’s drinking age shouldn’t be lowered. An idea surfaced in the Legislature last year to lower the state’s drinking age to 19. Fletcher said the study shows merit for increasing the age for men to 22 or 23, though he said that would likely not happen.
VILLAGE OF CLAYTON: Bennie J. Byler, 31, Rochester, issuance of worthless checks, $363. Kristine L. Cook, 37, New Richmond, issuance of worthless checks, $361.20. Lisa R. Fawley, 40, Clear Lake, retail theft, $325.50. Dustin J. Graf, 30, Amery, operating after suspension, $124. Sharilynn D. Wirth, 37, Clayton, prohibited public nuisance, $313.
Amery Police report 09/21/18-09/27/18 09/21/18, 09:45 a.m., Suspicious activity 09/21/18, 01:22 p.m., Mental health call 09/21/18, 06:12 p.m., Assist other agency with attempt to locate 09/21/18, 06:25 p.m., Traffic complaint 09/21/18, 07:27 p.m., Traffic stop 09/21/18, 08:24 p.m., Assist other agency on an animal control call 09/21/18, 10:52 p.m., Animal control call 09/21/18, 11:55 p.m., Business alarm 09/22/18, 11:15 a.m., Harassment complaint 09/22/18, 12:10 p.m., Assist citizen 09/22/18, 03:20 p.m., Traffic stop 09/22/18, 08:35 p.m., Traffic stop 09/22/18, 09:11 p.m., Traffic stop 09/22/18, 09:19 p.m., Traffic stop 09/22/18, 09:33 p.m., Traffic stop 09/22/18, 10:13 p.m., Traffic stop 09/23/18, 12:56 a.m., Assist citizen 09/23/18, 01:41 a.m., Juvenile call 09/23/18, 03:42 a.m., Suspicious activity 09/23/18, 11:10 a.m., Traffic stop 09/23/18, 12:23 p.m., Minor motor vehicle accident 09/23/18, 07:15 p.m., Traffic complaint 09/23/18, 08:20 p.m., Car/deer accident 09/23/18, 09:35 p.m., Traffic stop 09/24/18, 04:51 a.m., Traffic stop 09/24/18, 02:00 p.m., Juvenile call 09/24/18, 02:22 p.m., Assist other agency 09/24/18, 07:45 p.m., Suspicious activity 09/24/18, 08:20 p.m., Assist other agency with motor vehicle accident 09/24/18, 10:24 p.m., Traffic stop 09/24/18, 10:45 p.m., Welfare check 09/24/18, 11:14 p.m., Suspicious activity 09/25/18, 04:41 a.m., Assist other agency car/deer accident with injury 09/25/18, 07:45 a.m., Traffic stop 09/25/18, 09:40 a.m., 911 hang up 09/25/18, 08:40 p.m., Assist other agency car/deer accident 09/26/18, 07:37 a.m., Traffic stop 09/26/18, 11:00 a.m., Traffic complaint 09/26/18, 11:56 a.m., Traffic stop 09/26/18, 01:35 p.m., Assist citizen 09/26/18, 03:18 p.m., Traffic stop 09/26/18, 04:09 p.m., Harassment report 09/26/18, 09:23 p.m., Vehicle Lockout 09/26/18, 09:33 p.m., Assist citizen 09/27/18, 07:06 a.m., Mental health call 09/27/18, 09:56 a.m., Animal control call 09/27/18, 11:20 a.m., Assist citizen 09/27/18, 12:53 p.m., Animal control call 09/27/18, 02:10 p.m., Juvenile call 09/27/18, 06:13 p.m., Animal control call 09/27/18, 07:50 p.m., Harassment complaint
Arrest: Caroline Christenson, 56 of Amery. Warrant out of Chisago County
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er sent this patient into Kenny Institute Tuesday evening for treatment. He suffered paralysis of a leg from the fever.
Magnus Thompson of the town of Turtle Lake at 7 o’clock Saturday night shot and fatally injured Miss Minnie Flanum while she was at the home of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Hans Flanum, in Black Brook. Thompson fired two shots, both hitting the girl. After shooting the girl he shot himself in the head, dying instantly. The deed is attributed to jealousy and disappointment, as the young couple had had some disagreement and the following note was found in Thompson’s pocket. “If Minnie and I cannot live together, we can die together, and I wish to be buried by her side. An inquest was held by Amery officials who rendered a verdict of suicide. Miss Flanum was taken to a hospital in St. Paul.
Meow…! About that animal lurking in the woods…Clyde Marquand of route two is reported to have seen the large cat roaming the woods. On one occasion, he abbreviated his blackberry picking and piked out of the woods when it came sniffing around. A week ago Saturday night, several dogs apparently picked up the critter’s trail and chased it most of the night to no avail. Sunday, he started after it with a shotgun and slugs when it was perched on a nearby knoll. By the time he came within range, the cat had disappeared. Yes, he sez it does look like a cougar and probably is.
55 Years Ago September 26, 1963
100 Years Ago September 26, 1918 Amery Flag at Half Mast for Two Amery Soldiers Amery and community are in mourning today for two of her noble sons who have given their lives to their country and though they did not die on the battle front in France their sacrifice is just as great and in the galaxy of stars which shine for our boys who have made or will in the future Yesterday’s make the great sacrifice, the News stars which Diane Stangl shine for them will be as bright as the brightest. Both met death, one from accident and one from disease, in our national training camps. Ronald Mahre, son of Mr. and Mrs. Aug. Mahre, died at Great Lakes Training Station, Ill., on Sept. 21, 1918 at 8:10 a.m. of Spanish influenza, after an illness of but a few days. Mahre was 26 years old. Private John Reubin Volgren of Co. K. For Casey, Pugit Sound, Washington was born in the Town of Lincoln, May 16, 1896 and lived there continuously ever since, until April 3rd of this year when he answered the call of his country and left Amery for Fort Casey where he had been in training until the 16th day of Sept. when he was accidently shot and killed instantly. It seems he was going off guard duty and another was going on, and John was removing his belt and pistol to hand the other boy when in some way it was discharged killing him instantly. All business places were closed for one hour at Amery in honor of the dead.
85 Years Ago September 28, 1933 Five Robberies in Ten Days A veritable wave of burglar-
Original A & W Stand Demolished This was the original A & W Root Beer stand on South Keller Ave. that was demolished back in 1984 to make way for a new A & W restaurant. Owner Arian Hanson said the restaurant would seat about 60 persons. In addition the facility featured a drive-up window.
ies and petty thievery has been sweeping the city the past two weeks and it is well that the citizens are waking up to the fact that they should cooperate with the mayor, council and police department. The following places have been entered within the past ten days: O. H. Steindorff warehouse, taking clothing and household goods stored there by James Tobin. The H. Sjobeck residence, occupied by R. H. McKinney, a small amount of money and clothing. The H. Keinstine residence, Dr. W. B. Cornwall office, broken into through rear door on Saturday and Sunday nights. Morphine was secured the first time and morphine and a revolver the second time. Few houses are adequately protected with locks and our people have been very lax in reporting thefts, suspicious characters, etc., but are now thoroughly aroused. The police department has done all that was possible under the circumstances, and it is probable that with some changes in hours, separation of unofficial duties from the regular policing job and the possible adding to the personnel, a real clean up will be accomplished.
Chop Off Two Fingers Truman Bergren chopped off two fingers at the local school Tuesday while playing with the janitors axe. BADGER TALES – published in the Amery Free Press in 1938
The first wrench with moving jaws, adjusting with a screw, was made by Charles Monke, a London Blacksmith – hence the name, monkey wrench.
65 Years Ago September 10, 1953 Four Polio Cases in Area While many families were hoping that no polio would strike in this section of the county, last week found four individuals afflicted by the disease. Most serious case during the past week was that of Sharalynne, 13, daughter of Mayor and Mrs. L. N. Christenson of Amery. Suffering from bulbar type polio, which centers in the vital organs of the throat and chest, she was sent by Dr. H. A. Dasler to Kenny Institute last Wednesday evening by Stenberg ambulance. At this time her parents report that her fever had declined and she is improving. She suffers a paralyzed throat as effects from the disease. Two children in the Emil Beckon family are recovering from comparatively mild cases of polio. Weir, 15, has partial paralysis of the left leg while Karen, 12, has no crippling effect. They were treated at home by Dr. M. G. Marra. The latest case to be reported was that of Peter, four, son of Mr. and Mrs. Larry Ruck, of Balsam Lake. Dr. V. C. Krems-
Authorities are tracing leads this week into the disappearance of $1,268.49 in cash and checks taken from the Burman Hardware and Ben Franklin Company safe Monday afternoon. The theft was made between 1:30 and 2:50 p.m. when the deposit bags, ready for the trip to the bank, were taken from the safe in the rear of the store. In addition to the bags, a change pouch containing many smaller coins was lifted at the same time. Sheriff Harold Maier was called to the scene and fingerprints were taken from the safe, which was unlocked at the time of the theft. It is believed that the culprit or culprits entered the rear door of the store, walked to the safe, picked up the bag and again went out the back door. This could be done without being observed from the front of the store. Missing at the same time was a billfold belonging to Mrs. Betty Stumo of the Ben Franklin store. Mrs. Stumo reported that she had left the billfold on her desk in the rear of the store only to have it turn up missing. It contained about $7 cash and valuable papers. Owners, John and William Burman reported that in the loot taken from the safe was about $625 in cash and the rest in checks, stamped for deposit at Union State Bank.
40 Years Ago September 19, 1978 Arsonist Sets Fires Then Calls Authorities An arsonist upset with the lack of employment opportunities in Amery is believed responsible for at least four fires, possibly five, in the Lake Wapogasset area. Friday morning, City Administrator Ralph Mickelson said he received a call from a man who criticized Amery for the lack of job opportunities. As revenge, the man said he
set a boathouse on fire near the dam on Lake Wapogasset. Deputies were called to investigate, but could find nothing. Since that first call on Friday morning, two cottages, a home and a shed have been damaged by fire. In each case the arsonist has called authorities to make sure they know he is responsible. Friday afternoon about 3 p.m., a Lake Wapogasset resident saw a man run from the Ed Lindberg cottage, located on the Bible camp road. The man jumped into a car made a U-turn and drove to CTH C on a dirt access road. As the car sped away, the witness noticed smoke billowing from the Lindberg cottage. By the time the firemen arrived the structure was engulfed in flames. The arsonist called the Amery police to say he was responsible. Saturday morning, deputies returned to the dam area on Lake Wapogasset and found a boathouse, which had been set on fire. However, the fire apparently went out by itself. Sunday about 11:15 a.m., the Amery fire department was called to extinguish an old shed fire on property owned by Al Amans located one mile south of Deronda on CTH P. On Sunday afternoon, the arsonist called Fire Chief Ben Jacobson taking responsibility for the shed fire and threatening to “strike” again on Monday. “We theorize there were so many people at the lake on the weekend that the arsonist was unable to find a secluded structure,” said Luke. “The urge was so great that he burned the old shed to relieve his frustrations.” At 9:05 a.m. on Monday, the arsonist, true to his word, called the Amery police department and told the city administrator “to have fun.” Deputy Ken Madsen found the William Altman home on Sunrise Beach ablaze at 9:30 a.m. about 25 minutes after the call. At the time of the fire, the sheriff’s department had six squad cars patrolling in the Lake Wapogasset area. The Altman home was in the process of being sold to Ron Clay who is currently living three lots south of the Altman property. As firemen were set to leave the scene, they found a fire smoldering on a mattress in a guesthouse on the Altman property. Fire chief Ben Jacobson said the screen on the window had been cut, a window opened and something pushed into the room. A fuse-like device was sent to the state crime lab for analysis. Luke said his department is suspicious of a fire, which occurred on Tuesday, Sept. 12, at the Wallace Rodke residence.
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‘Paws on the Trail’ raises money for Arnell The Arnell Humane Society “Paws on the Trail” event on Saturday, September 29, brought together a talented group of canines and their caregivers. The shelter hike fundraising event included a dog walk on Stower Seven
Lakes Trail and Fun Dog Contests. It was a chilly start to the day but participants were up for the challenge, raising much needed funding for animals in need of a helping hand.
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This dog came in costume like a wizard.
Pet owners participated in several challenges including pet handling, costume contest and best kisser.
New CEO hired for Free Press parent company Carter and Gene Johnson, owners of the Amery Free Press, announce the hiring of Matt McMillan as the chief executive officer for their group of newspapers located in Minnesota and Wisconsin. McMillan joins the company with McMillan 25 years of community newspaper experience and for the past four and a half years
served as the vice president of the Fargo Forum’s newspaper group. He and his wife, Tina, relocated from Fargo to the White Bear area. Currently, Carter and Gene operate 18 community newspapers and have two newspaper printing plants. McMillan’s background includes time with Skyway Publications, Minneapolis, Northstar Media in Cambridge, 17 years at the Leader in Hutchinson, Minn., two years with the Aitkin and Isle, Minn. newspapers, and
more recently with the Forum Communications Company. Matt serves in many industry organizations and is currently on the board of directors of the Inland Press Association and the North Dakota Newspaper Association. His community involvements include the Hutchinson Downtown Association where he served as president from 2000-2007, and the Ridgewater College Foundation board where he served as a director. He is also a past president of the Minnesota Newspaper
Association. Tina has been active in the community newspaper business as well, working with newspapers in Boone, Iowa, Hutchinson, Minn., Aitkin and Isle, Minn., and most recently in Alexandria, Minn. They have a daughter and grandson who reside in Farmington, Minn., and a son in Hutchinson, Minn. Carter Johnson commented, “In expanding our newspaper holdings and seeking to be ‘the best source of community information,’ we needed a
qualified person like McMillan to bring experienced leadership in these areas. We are excited for Matt to join our leadership team.” From Gene Johnson’s point of view, “It’s probably a good time to consider retirement.” Wade Weber, who has been with the group for more than thirty years, will continue as a senior corporate advisor.
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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 a.m. Sunday School for ages 3-103; 10:15 Worship Service; 6 p.m. Small Group Bible Studies in homes. Wednesdays: 9:30 a.m. Small Group Women’s Bible Study in home; 7 p.m. Youth Group and Small Group Bible Studies in homes. Call the church office for details 715-268-9218. APPLE RIVER COMMUNITY, 942 US 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. Morning Worship. Tuesday: 9:30 a.m. Women’s Bible Study; 6:30 p.m. Women’s Bible Study. Wednesday: 10 a.m. Men’s Bible Study; 5:30 p.m. OneWay Kids Club. Thursday: 9:30 a.m. Women’s White Cross. 1st and 3rd Fridays: 9 a.m. M.O.P.S. BALSAM LUTHERAN, 1115 Mains Crossing, Amery, Dan Watland, pastor 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, New Richmond Jack Philips, Evangelist, 715-497-7596 Sunday: 9 a.m. Bible Study; 10 a.m. Worship. Wednesday: 6:30 p.m. Bible Study and Devotions. CLEAR LAKE UNITED METHODIST, John Hazen, pastor Sunday: 11:00 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, Oct. 3: 3:30 p.m. Homework and Hangout; 5:45 p.m. Family Dinner; 6:30 p.m. WOW/Youth Group. Thursday, Oct. 4: 9:30 a.m. Local Communions, Senior Dining Hall Open; 5 p.m. Women’s Bible Study; 7 p.m. Money Management. Friday, Oct. 5: 8:30 a.m. Distant Communions; 9:30 a.m. Senior Dining Hall Open. Saturday, Oct. 6: 2 p.m. Harvest of Harmony at Amery High School; 7 p.m. Harvest of Harmony at Amery High School. Sunday, Oct. 7: 9:30 a.m. Christian Ed. Meeting; 10 a.m. Worship Service/Communion/New Member Recognition; 11:15 a.m. Diaconate Meeting; 11:30 a.m. Lunch & Train Ride. Monday, Oct. 8: 9:30 a.m. Senior Dining Hall Open; 6 p.m. Painting; 7 p.m. Boy Scouts. Tuesday, Oct. 9: 6:30 a.m. Men’s Bible Study; 9:30 a.m. Senior Dining Hall Open; 10 a.m. Bible Study; 6 p.m. Council Meeting. DEER PARK UNITED METHODIST, John Hazen, pastor Sunday: 9:45 a.m. Worship. DERONDA LUTHERAN, 1239 65th Ave., Amery Lori Peper, pastor 715-268-9577 Wednesday, Oct. 3: 6 p.m. JAM/Confirmation at Trinity; 7-8 p.m. Popcorn with Pastor at Trinity; 8 p.m. NUIC Choir Rehearsal at Deronda. Thursday, Oct. 4: Quilting at Deronda. Saturday, Oct. 6: 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Craft/Bake/Vendor Sale at Little Falls. Sunday, Oct. 7: 8 a.m. Trinity Worship; 9:30 a.m. Deronda Worship; 11 a.m. Little Falls Worship; 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. Swedish Fall Dinner/Craft & Bake Sale at Balsam Lutheran; 6 p.m. 4-H Club at Deronda. Tuesday, Oct. 9: 7 p.m. Church Councils at Deronda. 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, Oct. 3: 6 p.m. Confirmation. Saturday, Oct. 6: 8 a.m. Men of East Immanuel. Sunday, Oct. 7: 9:30 a.m. GIFT & Blessing of the Animals; 10:30 a.m. Worship. Tuesday, Oct. 9: 9 a.m. Quilting. 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, Dan Watland, pastor Sunday: 8:30 a.m. Worship. Holy Communion 2nd and 3rd Sundays. Council 3rd Tuesday at 6 p.m. FAITH LUTHERAN (ELCA), 301 1st Ave. East (across from public beach on Co. Rd. I)Balsam Lake, 715-4853800, Diane Norstad, pastor Sunday: 9:30 a.m. Sunday worship; Communion first and last Sunday. Wednesday: 6:30 p.m. J.A.M. (Jesus & Me). 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. Wednesday evening service 7:15-7:45 p.m. FIRST LUTHERAN, 240 Elm St., Amery Tim Bjorge, pastor Wednesday, Oct. 3 - Thursday, Oct. 4: Youth Retreat @ Luther Point Bible Camp. Wednesday, Oct. 3: 5-9 p.m. Hi League; 6 p.m. Men in Mission, Confirmation & Mentor Night. Thursday, Oct. 4: 8 a.m. Bible Study here; 8:30 a.m. Quilters; 7 p.m. Al Anon. Sunday, Oct. 7: 9 a.m. Worship; 10:15 a.m. Sunday School, Choir, Bible Study. Monday, Oct. 8: 1-6 p.m. Bloodmobile at Our Savior’s. Tuesday, Oct. 9: 7:30 a.m. Women’s Bible Study; 8:30 a.m. Property; 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. WIC Clinic; Noon-6 p.m. Bloodmobile at Our Savior’s; 6:30 p.m. Worship/Life. FIRST LUTHERAN (LCMC), 811 South Ave. W, Clear Lake www.firstluthclearlake.com Bryan S. Anderson, pastor Wednesday, Oct. 3: 6:15 p.m. 7th & 8th Grade Confirmation; 7:30 p.m. 9th Grade Confirmation. Thursday, Oct. 4: 1 p.m. Afternoon Stars at Church. Friday, Oct. 5: 4:30-8 p.m. Youth Event at Barron County Fairgrounds Haunted Path. Saturday, Oct. 6: 7 a.m. Men’s Bible Study. Sunday, Oct. 7: 8:30 a.m. Contemporary Worship with Communion; 9:30 a.m. Fellowship; 9:40 a.m. Sunday School; 10 a.m. Traditional Worship with Communion; 11
a.m. Fellowship, 2nd Rotation Teachers Orientation; 7 p.m. Choir Practice. Monday, Oct. 8-Wednesday, Oct. 10: Pastor’s at LCMC Convention. Tuesday, Oct. 9: 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: 8:30 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 10:15 a.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, 131 Broadway St., Amery Derek Downs, Lead Pastor 715-268-2223 www.journeychurch.city Sundays: Worship service 9 a.m.; All Ages Sunday school beginning Sept. 9 from 10:30-11:30 a.m. Mondays: Moms In Prayer 1:30-2:30 p.m. at Journey Church; Moms who gather together each week to pray for our schools and children. Wednesdays (when school is in session) beginning Sept. 5: Free Family Meal from 5:45-6:15 p.m., Kids Club 6:15-7:30 p.m. Kids Club is a place where you get to experience the excitement of worshipping God with songs, games and a
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“Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God’s grace in its various forms.” —1 Peter 4:10 NIV
quote that is variously attributed to Saint Augustine, Mother Teresa, and Pope Francis, runs as follows: “Whoever does not live to serve does not deserve to live.” The quotation in Spanish is a bit less harsh: “Quien no vive para servir, no sirve para vivir,” which is to say that whoever does not live to serve is not fulfilling the purpose of life. When we live a life of service to others we fulfill the highest purpose in life. Perhaps Jesus said it best when he said that “whoever wants to become great among you must be your servant.” (Matthew 20:26 NIV) There are many ways that we can serve others, from just being kind and accommodating in our everyday interactions to choosing a career that relieves suffering or otherwise serves valid human interests. Mother Teresa was always humble in the way that she described her work among the poor, saying that “Not all of us can do great things. But we can do small things with great love.” The warm smile and friendly tone of voice when helping someone is often what constitutes serving someone well, as opposed to merely “processing” them. And remember, the life of service is its own reward. If you expect to be thanked or otherwise rewarded for your kind service you will often be disappointed. – Christopher Simon
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AREA CHURCHES CONTINUED ... Bible study with your friends!; DW Youth Group 6:15-7:30 p.m. meets in the Teen Center Building. For students in grades 6th-12th. Real life topics ... real life answers! Invite your friends! Every other Thursday: Journey Women 6:30 p.m. at Journey Church; Real Women-Real Faith. Saturdays: Men’s Bible Study meets at 7 a.m. in the Teen Center. LITTLE FALLS LUTHERAN, 1272 44th Ave., Amery Lori Peper, pastor 715-268-9577 Wednesday, Oct. 3: 6 p.m. JAM/Confirmation at Trinity; 7-8 p.m. Popcorn with Pastor at Trinity; 8 p.m. NUIC Choir Rehearsal at Deronda. Thursday, Oct. 4: Quilting at Deronda. Saturday, Oct. 6: 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Craft/Bake/Vendor Sale at Little Falls. Sunday, Oct. 7: 8 a.m. Trinity Worship; 9:30 a.m. Deronda Worship; 11 a.m. Little Falls Worship; 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. Swedish Fall Dinner/Craft & Bake Sale at Balsam Lutheran; 6 p.m. 4-H Club at Deronda. Tuesday, Oct. 9: 7 p.m. Church Councils at Deronda. 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; 7:30 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. 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, Oct. 3: 12 p.m. TableTalkMen; 5 p.m. Youth Cafe; 5:30 p.m. 7th & 8th Grade Confirmation Class; 6:15 p.m. Evening Prayer; 6:30 p.m. #WorshipWednesdays, Youth Group; 7 p.m. Choir Practice. Thursday, Oct. 4: 8:30 a.m. Bible Study; 6:30 p.m. 9th Grade Confirmation Family Conference Session 1. Sunday, Oct. 7: 9 a.m. Worship with Holy Communion; 10:15 a.m. Sunday School. Monday, Oct. 8 - Tuesday, Oct. 9: Blood Drive. Tuesday, Oct. 9: 1 p.m. Quilting; 6:30 p.m. 9th Grade Confirmation Family Conference Session 2. PRAIRIEVIEW COVENANT, 1396 210th Ave. (2 miles north of New Richmond on 65) Tim Coyer, pastor www.prairieviewchurch.net Sunday: Sunday School 9 a.m.; Worship 10 a.m., Nursery care available; Coffee/fellowship after worship service. Wednesday: Family Night, Worship/Groups for all ages 6-7:30 p.m.
REDEEMER LUTHERAN, 600 S. Keller Ave., Amery Tom Hahn, pastor Wednesday, Oct. 3: 9:30 a.m. Ladies Aid; 7:15 p.m. Choir Practice. Sunday, Oct. 7: 9:30 a.m. Worship, Sunday School; 10:30 a.m. Fellowship; Lay Minister: Jerry Langland. Tuesday, Oct. 9: 7 p.m. Parish Planning Meeting. 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 www.scuuf.org Sunday: 10 a.m. First three Sundays. 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 Wednesday, Oct. 3: Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick during 9 a.m. Mass. Thursday, Oct. 4: 6:30 p.m. GriefShare Meeting. Saturday, Oct. 6: 2:30 p.m. Little Flowers Girls Group. Sunday, Oct. 7: 10:30 a.m. Confirmation Mass. Monday, Oct. 8: 12 p.m. Ladies Lunch @ Amery Village Pizzeria; 7 p.m. KC Meeting. ST. JOHN LUTHERAN, Forest, John Wilman, pastor Friday, Oct. 5: Pastor’s Day Off. Saturday, Oct. 6: LWML Fall Rally at St. John’s 8:30 a.m. Registration; 9 a.m. Rally. Sunday, Oct. 7: 8 a.m. Worship with Holy Communion; 9 a.m. Fellowship, Ladies Meeting. Tuesday, Oct. 9: 1 p.m. Bible Study. ST. PAUL LUTHERAN, Deer Park, John Wilman, pastor Friday, Oct. 5: Pastor’s Day Off. Saturday, Oct. 6: LWML Fall Rally at St. John’s 8:30 a.m. Registration; 9 a.m. Rally. Sunday, Oct. 7: 8:45 a.m. Sunday School; 9 a.m. Fellowship; 9:30 a.m. Worship with Holy Communion; 10:30 a.m. Ladies Meet. No Confirmation. Monday, Oct. 8: Pastor Visiting Shut-Ins. Tuesday, Oct. 9: 6:30 p.m. Bible Study. Pastor Visiting Shut-Ins. SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST, 76 20th Ave., Clear Lake John Redlich, pastor 715-645-2230; Head Elder Paul Hasman 715-671-3697 Saturday Services: Adult and Children’s Bible Study 9:30 a.m.; Church 11 a.m. Midweek Service: Wednesday 7 p.m. Call Head Elder for location in winter months. THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS (Mormons), 644 S. 6th St., Barron Chapel 715-537-3679 Bishop Kenneth Konesky 715-7190283 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 Wednesday, Oct. 3: 6 p.m. JAM/Confirmation at Trinity;
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7-8 p.m. Popcorn with Pastor at Trinity; 8 p.m. NUIC Choir Rehearsal at Deronda. Thursday, Oct. 4: Quilting at Deronda. Saturday, Oct. 6: 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Craft/Bake/Vendor Sale at Little Falls. Sunday, Oct. 7: 8 a.m. Trinity Worship; 9:30 a.m. Deronda Worship; 11 a.m. Little Falls Worship; 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. Swedish Fall Dinner/Craft & Bake Sale at Balsam Lutheran; 6 p.m. 4-H Club at Deronda. Tuesday, Oct. 9: 7 p.m. Church Councils at Deronda. See our website for up-to-date scheduling www.trinitylutheranchurchofamery.com. UNITED COVENANT, 348 5th St. NW, Clear Lake Dan Pearson, pastor Wednesday, Oct. 3: 5 p.m. All Church Supper; 6 p.m. Kid’s Blast, CREW, Adult Study; 7 p.m. Worship Practice T-1. Thursday, Oct. 4: 9:30 a.m. Mission Stickers @ Ridgeview with Potluck Lunch. Sunday, Oct. 7: 8:45 a.m. Sunday School, Confirmation; 9:30 a.m. Worship Practice T-1; 10 a.m. Worship Service with Communion. Tuesday, Oct. 9: 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 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.
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OBITUARIES
Patricia Jean, P.J. LaRue (Wimer) Patricia Jean, P.J. LaRue (Wimer), age 90 of Dresser, WI, born March, 19, 1928 in Norfolk, NE, died on Sunday, September 23, 2018 at home following a brief illness. Patricia was an elementarry teacher in Amery Public S Schools for many years, and e enjoyed traveling in her rretirement. Family was imp portant and she enjoyed visiits with her grandchildren a and great-grandchildren. Patricia is preceded in d death by her husband, Roy a and partner, Ray. Patricia is survived by h her daughters, Suzanne, Dianne (Bob), Deborah and Mary (Bob); grandchildren, Kristine (Tony), Michelle, Karen, David (Shantle); 10 great-grandchildren; nephew, Frank (Marilyn) and nieces, Lin and Jan. The family wishes to express our gratitude to the Adoray Hospice team for their assistance and support. Pre a request from mom she wished people to know “that Patty was some tomato”. So long Mrs. Wiggins. A private interment will take place at a later date. Arrangements are with the Grandstrand Funeral Home in Osceola. Condolences may be expressed online at www.grandstrandfh.com.
Donna Swanson Donna G. Swanson, age 80 of Clear Lake, WI, died early on Friday, September 28, 2018 at Regions Hospital in St. Paul, MN. Donna Gail Swanson was born on October 27, 1937 in LaCrosse, WI, the daughter of LaVeren & Gladys ((Janshen) Tucker. She g grew up in Onalaska, WI a and graduated from high sschool there in 1955. Donna c came to Clear Lake, WI in 11978 and worked as a cook iin various restaurants in a and around Clear Lake. S She was married to Robert S Swanson at Balsam Lake o on April 4, 1980 and togethe er they made their home iin Clear Lake Township. Donna continued working in the Clear Lake area and gained a loyal following wherever she was cooking. She was know for her wonderful tasting food, generous portions and friendly personality. Donna recently retired from Nilssen’s deli where she was employed for the past few years. In addition to her love of cooking and baking, Donna also enjoyed doing puzzles, playing solitare and visiting with her family and friends. She was also an active member of the Clear Lake United Methodist Church. Donna is proceeded in death by her husband, Robert Swanson; & her parents, LaVerne & Gladys Tucker. She is survived by her son, Peter Blackwell; grandchildren, Bowe Blackwell, Buck Blackwell and Brandy Evans; great grandchildren, Axel Blackwell and Serenity Blackwell; sister, Delores Zanter; and many loving relatives and friends. A Memorial Service for Donna will be at 3pm on Sunday, October 7, 2018 at the United Methodist Church in Clear Lake, WI. Visitation will be one hour before the service on Sunday. Clergy - Pastor John Hazen. Music - Joyce Andersen Interment will be at Northern WI Veterans Memorial Cemetery - Spooner, WI. Scheuermann Funeral Home and Cremation Services are handling the arrangements. www.clearlakefuneralhome.com The family of Donna prefers memorials in lieu of flowers.
Norma E. Reed Norma E. Reed, age 90 of Clear Lake, WI, died early on Friday, September 28, 2018 at the Golden Age Manor Nursing Home of Amery, WI. Norma Esther Reed was born on March 21,1928 in rural Clear Lake, WI the daughter of Seth & Esther ((Sanford) Wood . She was b baptized and confirmed a at the Clear Lake United M Methodist Church and a attended school in Clear L Lake, WI. After graduating ffrom high school in 1946, N Norma attended River Falls T Teachers College, received h her teaching certificate and ttaught grades 1 - 8 at Green C Creek country school for sseveral years. On August 10, 1950, Norma was married to Norman J. Reed at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Amery, WI. They lived for a short time in Moses Lake, WA before moving back to Clear Lake, where they raised 6 children, David, John, Diane, Janet, Matthew, & Cindy. In her spare time, Norma enjoyed painting, cooking/baking, sewing, quilting and gardening. She also enjoyed bird watching and observing nature. She had that special something that touched so many lives in ways that she probably never realized. Norma especially loved traveling with Norman and family on numerous trips around the United States. She was an active member of St. John’s Catholic Church in Clear Lake for many years and especially loved spending time with her family, grandchildren and great grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her parents, Seth & Esther Wood; brothers & sisters in law, Orval (Marion) Wood, Alvie (Crystal) Wood, Ray Wood; sister & brothers in law, Millie (Sherman) Benson, Myrl Reed, Dale Reed & Jim Reed. She is survived by her sons and daughters, David (Lori) Reed (Clear Lake, WI), John (Sandi) Reed (Amery, WI), Diane (Roger) Blanchard (Clear Lake, WI), Janet (Peter) Arcand (Clear Lake, WI), Matthew (Tracy) Reed (Clear Lake, WI) and Cindy (Scott) Hatella (Colfax, WI); grandchildren, Megan (Jonny) Wojcik, Cassandra Reed, Kennedy Reed, Austin Reed, Ryan (Carrie) Blanchard, Erin (Dylan) Gorres, Nathan (Melissa) Blanchard, Alison (Ben) Blanchard Avery, Theresa (Andy) Brantner, Stephen (Christi) Arcand, Elizabeth (Chase) O’Keefe, Laura (Kerry) Danielson, Sam (Jamie) Arcand, Caitlin Reed, Courtney Reed, Matthew (Marquessa) Chirhart and Alexandra (Manuel) Chirhart Velasco; great-grandchildren, Bailey Blanchard, Tyson Blanchard, Jordan Blanchard, Oliver Gorres, Vidalia Gorres, Hailey Blanchard, Harrison Blanchard, Harper Blanchard, David Avery, Brittany Avery, Trenten Avery, Lillian Avery, Ben Avery, Jr., Will Brantner, Drew Brantner, Owen Brantner, Marcus Brantner, Caleb Arcand, Natalie Arcand, Nora Arcand, Noelle Arcand, Amelia O’Keefe, Gabe Danielson, Maya Velasco and Matteo Velasco; sister, Bonnie (Dick) Bale; Brother in Law and Sisters in Law, Alane Wood, Deb (Bill) Boehm; and many relatives, family and friends. A Mass of Christian Burial will be on Wednesday, October 3, 2018 at 11:00 am at St. John’s Catholic Church in Clear Lake, WI. Clergy - Fr. John Long. Music - Yoshiko Shakal and St. John’s Choir. Casketbearers will be Megan Wojcik, Kennedy Reed, Ryan Blanchard, Theresa Brantner, Caitlin Reed and Matthew Chirhart. Visitiation will be Tuesday, October 2, 2018 from 5- 7pm at the Scheuermann Funeral Home in Clear Lake, WI and one hour before the service at the church on Wednesday. Parish Prayers at 7:00 pm Tuesday at the funeral home. Internment will be at the Clear Lake Cemetery, Clear Lake, WI. Scheuermann Funeral Home and Cremation Services are handling the arrangements. www.clearlakefuneralhome.com
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“I know the food shelf has food for us but it’s tough to get around and get groceries and such when you don’t drive,” she tells us. “And I can’t lift those heavy bags. I need some help. Is there anyone you know that can help me?” Becky lives in a town that doesn’t have a grocery store. She doesn’t drive. And she’s caring for her disabled son. She called Interfaith Caregivers to get to the food shelf. A partnership between Interfaith Caregivers’ and United Way has made it possible to help Becky get the food she needs to feed herself and her son. United Way St Croix Valley is fighting hunger in your community! In 2008, United Way opened the John Coughlin Food & Resource Center (JCFRC) in Hudson as a way to store more food and commodities for redistribution to local food pantries and shelters. JCFRC has distributed more than 1,100,000 pounds of food and other products at no cost. In June 2017 they launched a new initiative in Polk County where they now offer food to seven food pantries and one homeless shelter. With the help of a grant from United Way, Interfaith Caregivers works closely with all seven food shelves in Polk County to help distribute this bounty to seniors and disabled adults in need. If you are a homebound resident of Polk County you can call Interfaith Caregivers to have your food delivered from your local food shelf. You need to be registered with the food shelf and with Interfaith Caregivers. Food boxes and commodities are delivered by an Interfaith Caregivers’ volunteer every month. If you want a ride to your local food pantry, call the pantry to make an appointment. Then call Interfaith Caregivers at 715-825-9500 to schedule a ride. Give us 2 business days’ notice to find a volunteer! You must be 60 years of age or older or an adult with a disability to be eligible for the program. Your donations to United Way go to support the John Coughlin Food & Resource Center as well as to other services in Polk County. Donations to Interfaith Caregivers of Polk County help coordinate services, like access to food shelves and other services so seniors and disabled adults can live independently with dignity for as long as possible. Here’s a list of participating Polk County Food Pantries: Amery Area Food Pantry 230 Deronda St, Amery Call for appointments: 715-268-5999 Hours: Mon 9am-noon, Thurs 3-6pm Family Pathways 2000 US Hwy 8, St. Croix Falls WI Call for appointment: 715-483-2920 Hours: Mon-Thurs 9am-7pm, Fri & Sat 9am-5pm Family Pathways Food Shelf - Frederic 1100 Wisconsin Ave S Call for appointment: 715-327-4425 Hours: Tues 9am-6pm, Wed 12pm-6pm, Thurs 9am-6pm, Sat 9am-noon The Open Cupboard Food Pantry: Osceola 402 2nd Ave, Osceola WI Call for appointment: 715-294-4357 Hours: Mon & Wed 9am-noon, Thurs 11am-4pm Loaves and Fishes Food Pantry 300 N 1st St, Luck WI Call for appointment: 715-472-2003 Hours: Tues & Thurs 11am-1pm St. Croix Falls Food Pantry 809 Pine St, St. Croix Falls WI Call for appointment:715-483-9494 Hours: Mon 9-11am, Thurs 3-6pm, Fri 9-10am People Loving People 103 E Main St, Dresser Call for appointment: 715-501-4657 Hours: Mon & Sat 11am-1pm, Wed 2-5pm
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Autumn is apples. These muffins contain apples and caramel. It’s a great combo for the season. Recipe makes 12 muffins.
CARAMEL APPLE MUFFINS Combine in bowl: 2 c. flour 3/4 c. sugar 2 tsp. baking powder 2 tsp. cinnamon 1/2 tsp. salt Combine and add to the above until just mixed: 1 large egg 1 c. milk 2 tsp. vanilla Fold in: 1/2 c. peeled and chopped tart apples 12 chopped caramels Put the batter into 12 lined muffin cups. Combine and sprinkle on top of muffins: 1/2 c. brown sugar 1/4 c. quick-cooking oats 3 T. butter, melted 1 tsp. cinnamon Bake at 350˚ for 20-25 minutes or until done (toothpick test). Remove and place on wire rack to cool 5 minutes in pan then remove muffins to wire rack.
The cooked and drained pasta Put on top: The creamed chicken and vegetables Sprinkle on top: 2 T. shredded Parmesan cheese Cover and bake at 350˚ for 20 minutes. Uncover and cook another 5 minutes. Serves 3-4. Make this pickled recipe using vegetables. Makes 3 pint jars of pickled vegetables.
SPICY PICKLED VEGETABLES Bring to just a boil and simmer for 5 minutes: 3-1/2 c. pickling cider vinegar 1 tsp. fennel seed 1 tsp. crushed red pepper Put into each of the 3 pint jars: 2 fresh thyme springs 1 bay leaf Measure the below and put some into each of the pint jars so vegetables are layered in order below: 1 c. slivered red onions 1-1/2 c. sliced carrots 2 c. small cauliflower florets Divide the hot vinegar mixture between the 3 jars. Put on the lids. Let cool completely. Refrigerate for at least 24 hours before using. Discard bay leaf and what is left of the thyme when serving. These bars are wonderful to make in the fall.
DANISH APPLE BARS This casserole may become a favorite. It is done in about an hour.
GARDEN AND CHICKEN CASSEROLE Cook according to directions on package and drain: 8 oz. Angel hair pasta Sauté in skillet for 10-12 minutes until juices run clear: 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips 2 T. butter 1 minced garlic clove Add and cook until crisp tender: 1 small yellow squash, halved lengthwise and sliced 1 small zucchini, halved lengthwise and sliced 1/2 c. julienned red bell pepper 1/2 c. julienned green bell pepper 1/4 c. thinly sliced onion Remove from pan and set aside. Melt In same skillet: 2 T. butter Combine to make a paste: 2 T. flour 1/2 tsp. salt 1/4 tsp. pepper Gradually add, stirring and bring to a boil: 3/4 c. chicken broth Stir mixture until thickened, about 2 minutes. Add and stir to combine and heat: 1/2 c. half and half Add the chicken and vegetables to the above. Put into greased/sprayed 2 quart casserole:
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Combine and divide in half: 2-1/2 c. flour 1 tsp. salt 1 c. shortening or butter 1 egg yolk and enough milk to make 2/3 c. Roll half of the dough onto a 15” cookie sheet. Cover with: 1 c. corn flakes Peel and slice 8-10 apples and put on top of the corn flakes. Combine and sprinkle on top of the apples: 1 c. sugar 1 tsp. cinnamon
Sprinkle on top: 1 cup corn flakes Roll out the other half of the dough and put on top of the above. Beat and spread on top of crust: 1 egg white Bake at 375˚ for about 60 minutes or until apples are done. Cool on wire rack, then frost. Combine and spread on top of the bars: 1 c. powdered sugar 1 tsp. vanilla 2 T. water Deer season is coming. This venison roast recipe is just in time. It will turn out tender and good.
ROAST VENISON WITH MUSHROOM SAUCE Put into casserole just large enough to accommodate the roast (or lay on a large piece of foil): 6 pound venison roast Put on top of the roast: 1 envelope dry onion soup mix 1 can (6 oz.) mushrooms, drained 1 medium onion, sliced salt and pepper to taste Combine: 1 can (10-3/4 oz.) cream of mushroom soup 1/3 c. milk Carefully pour this over the roast and soup mix, etc. Put on cover (or wrap it with the foil and seal tightly). Do not peek during cooking time. Bake in 300˚ oven for 4 hours. Hint: If using the foil, put it onto a baking sheet before putting it into oven. Tips: Save a couple of plastic knives that comes from fast food places. Put one in the flour and sugar canister. Use it to level the flour and sugar. Use it again and again. This saves washing a knife every time. When making potatoes, make a few extra to cook. Put the extras in plastic bags to make potato salad, frying, creamed potatoes, or add to soups, etc. for another meal.
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October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month The Wisconsin Well Woman Program can help eligible women schedule a breast cancer screening. Over the course of a lifetime, one in eight women (12%) will be diagnosed with breast cancer. Anyone can get breast cancer, but as women age, the risk increases. Women with close relatives who have breast cancer are also at increased risk. Early detection is important for finding breast cancer at an earlier stage. When cancer is found earlier it is more likely to be treatable. One early detection method is a mammogram, which takes an x-ray picture. The Wisconsin Well Woman Program provides free mammograms to eligible women ages 45-64, or to women ages 35-44 with breast symptoms or concerns. Polk County Health Department coordinates the Wisconsin Well Woman Program for Barron, Burnett, Douglas, Polk, Rusk, and Washburn counties. Polk County Health Department is able to assist residents of those counties in determining eligibility and enrolling in services.
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Osceola & St. Croix Valley Railway O&SCV Fall Color Train Rides – 2018 SAINT PAUL, September 24 - The Osceola and St. Croix Valley Railway will be offering an expanded schedule of Fall Color Train Rides this season. In addition to the Saturday and Sunday offerings of previous years, a number of weekday excursions are scheduled this year. Beginning Thursday, September 27th and extending to Tuesday, October 16th, riders may enjoy the splendor of the fall color leaf season on any one of 16 scheduled 90-minute train ride excursions happening on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays. Prospective riders are directed to the website www. trainride.org and then click the “Fall Color Train Rides” button for a complete schedule.
Reservations can also be made by phoning the railway's reservation bureau at (651) 228-0263. These rides do sell out, so act quickly and don’t miss out! All train rides are round-trip, boarding on the platform of the Osceola, Wisconsin depot, located at 114 Depot Road, Osceola, WI 54020. Coming from Minnesota, the Highway 243 Bridge into Osceola is fully open, with repair work having been completed in 2017. Alternate routes using the MN Hwy 36 St. Croix Bridge near Stillwater, then north on WI Hwy 35, or US highway 8 to St. Croix Falls, then south on WI Hwy 35, will also get you to your Osceola destination.
ABOUT MINNESOTA TRANSPORTATION MUSEUM MTM is a non-profit organization that collects, preserves, interprets and operates a historic railroad and transportation equipment and artifacts in order to tell the story of transportation history through unique attractions and engaging experiences. We are a thriving transportation organization that attracts visitors, donors, investors, community partners, members, and volunteers because of our authentic passion for railroading and transportation, and the enjoyable educational experience we deliver. Contact Larry Paulson, Co-Executive Director at director@ trainride.org.
How about those apples? Centuria’s Baker Orchard Welcomes Cyclocross Bike Racing Sat., Oct. 6 CENTURIA—Baker Orchard will be hosting their 10th annual Minnesota Cycling Federation Donkey Cross Bike Race Sat. Oct. 6, with the first event rolling off at 9:45 a.m. Hundreds of riders from all over the Midwest will be challenged by a typical cyclocross course, with barricades, run ups, mud, water, and sand every lap, making this race great for spectating and photo opportunities. Relatively new as a bike racing format in the United States, cyclocross racing has been a signature fall finish to the bike racing season in Europe for years. Long before mountain bikes started to appear in the United States in the early 80’s as a way to enjoy biking off-road, the crafty
Europeans took their road bikes, fitted them with wider tires having an aggressive tread, and went out in the countryside racing on varied terrain courses. The bikes have now been further improved with brake designs that work better when wet, and more clearance between the tires and the frames when the mud builds up. All the major brands offer cyclocross specific models. The courses are set up with barricades that require riders to dismount and carry their bike over them, steep uphill sections that must be climbed on foot carrying the bike, and sometimes include a section through a tent filled with spectators. Riders make several laps of the course, going
through the feature sections every few minutes, so watching the races is easy and action packed. A perfect day for a cyclocross race in Belgium would have about 4 inches of wet snow on the un-frozen ground, and by the third lap it would be a mud bog, but the weather in Centuria may be dry and warm next weekend. Baker Orchard will be open as usual with all their fall specialties, and yes, there will be apples. To check out an event poster with detailed start times and registration information visit: www. usacycling.org look for the weekend race events and click the Donkey Cross poster.
SELF HELP GROUPS Advance Directive Workshop. Who would make your healthcare decisions in the event you are unable to? How would this person know what decisions you would want made? Learn more about Advance Directives and how to complete them. Free Advance Directive Workshop will be held the first Wednesday of the month from 10-11 a.m. Wisconsin and Minnesota Advance Directives will be available. Call St. Croix Regional Medical Education Services at 715-483-0431 or 800-642-1336 ext. 2431 to register. Alanon/Alateen (for family and friends of alcoholics) meets Thursday nights 7-8 p.m. at First Lutheran church, Amery. 715-268-8362. Alcoholics Anonymous meets every Monday 7 p.m., Wednesday 10 a.m., Thursday 7 p.m., Friday 7 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m., Sunday 7 p.m. at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, 217 Deronda St., Amery. 715-781-4380 Jason. Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) Tuesdays 7 p.m. at Clear Lake Community Center, VFW Room 123. Richard 715-554-7277, Teresa 612-636-3244. Alcoholics Anonymous meets Thursdays 10 a.m. at Parkview Methodist church, Turtle Lake. Contact Mike 715-986-2457. Alzheimer’s Support Group. First Wednesday of the month 10 a.m. at Amery Senior Center. Last Tuesday of month 1 p.m. at Good Sam Nursing Home. Sharlene Bellefaille 715-635-6601. Baby & Me. Weekly play and discussion hour for parents and their infants (birth to 12 months). Wednesdays 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Amery Hospital & Clinic, BirthDay Suites Waiting Room. Join at any time. No charge. The Baby Bistro: Breastfeeding Support Group. This free support group encourages, helps and supports women before, during and after breastfeeding. Led by a certified breastfeeding counselor, who is also a registered nurse and a mother of four, attendees learn from, share with, and support other mothers who are breastfeeding. Pregnant women who are considering breastfeeding are strongly encouraged to attend. Every Wednesday from 9 to 10:30 a.m. at Amery Hospital & Clinic, Boardroom, 2nd floor. No fee, no registration required, just stop by. Breast Feeding Support Group. All nursing mothers and babies are invited to participate. Group meets the second Thursday of the month from 10-11:30 a.m. and the fourth Thursday of the month from 6:30-8 p.m. at St. Croix Regional Medical Center. An International Board Certified Lactation Consultant will facilitate the group. Call 715-483-0431 or 800-642-1336 ext. 2431.
No charge. C.H.A.D.D. (Children with Attention Deficit Disorder). Parent support group meets the fourth Monday of each month at Firstar Bank board room, Cumberland, 7 p.m. For info. call Pat Skinner at 715-822-8422 and leave message. Cancer, Grief & Depression Support Group. A support group to allow people to talk about their experiences with cancer, grief and depression as well as share mutual support to one another. Second Tuesday of every month at Amery Area Community Center at 1 p.m. You can join at any time and it is free and open to the public. Cancer Support Group meets the second Tuesday of the month at the Amery Public Lbrary at 6 p.m. Caregiver Support Group meets the third Tuesday of every month from 2-3:30 p.m. at the Peace Lutheran Church in Dresser. Contact Barb at ADRC of NW WI at 877-485-2372 for more information. Compassionate Friends, Tri- County Chapter meets the first Monday of each month at 7 p.m. First Lutheran church, Clear Lake. This group offers support and understanding to families who are grieving the death of a child of any age, from any cause. For more information call 715-263-2739 Domestic Violence (DV) and Sexual Assault (SA) Support Groups and Services. Polk County - domestic violence (DV), sexual assault (SA) and the children’s group are every Monday (DV) and Tuesday (SA) beginning at 6 p.m. Call CRA to find out more info and for the location. Burnett County call CRA for info (the day and time will be changing). For more information call CRA 715-825-4414 or the 24 hour crisis line 1-800-261-7233. All groups and services are free of charge. Early Stage Alzheimer Support Group. For the diagnosed person and their caregiver. Challenges in early-stage dementia will be discussed, along with therapeutic benefits of family involvement. Sponsored in part by the American Alzheimer’s Association. Meetings are free of charge and open to the public, held at the Amery Centennial Hall the first Wednesday of each month at 10 a.m. Call 715-268-6605 to register. Epilepsy Foundation of Western Wisconsin. Call 1-800-924-2105. Family Child Care Professonals Network. Meets the third Thursday of each month. Contact Beth Neely at 715-483-1482 for more information. All family child care providers are welcome. Farm Crisis. Information on financial, mental health,
legal, job retraining resources. Call 1-800-942-2474. Golden Age Manor Family Council meets the first Saturday of the month at 10 a.m. in the east wing sunporch. GAM is Polk County’s longest operating longterm healthcare facility. The Family Council’s goal is to enhance the lives of the residents beyond what the staff normally does. Grief Share. Have you lost someone close? Grief Share is a Christian based, non-denominational seminar/support group program that will be meeting at Centennial Hall in Amery every Monday at 1 p.m. For information call Bruce 715-268-2176 or 715-268-8360. GriefShare, a non-denominational special help seminar and support group for people experiencing the loss of a loved one is being held at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Amery on Thursdays from 6:30 to 8 p.m. The church is located at 1050 Keller Ave. N. GriefShare features nationally recognized experts on grief recovery topics. Seminar sessions include “Is This Normal?” “The Challenges of Grief,” “Grief and Your Relationships,” “Why?” and “Guilt and Anger.” For more information call St. Joseph Catholic church at 715-268-7717. Head Injury Support Group. Closed head injury, stroke, aneurism or traumatic brain injury which affects your daily living? Learn to cope with your disabilities, provide insight and camaraderie. Second Friday of each month 2-3:30 p.m. Frederic Public Library. Contact Julie Martin 715-327-4474. Moms in Prayer International. •Two or more women who meet regularly to pray for their children, their schools, their teachers and administrators. •Mothers, grandmothers or anyone who is willing to pray for a specific child and school. •We meet at the Journey Church, 131 Broadway St., Amery, Mondays from 1:302:30 p.m. Contact Jen at 715-268-2223 with questions. (only meets during the school year.) MOPS and MOMsnext (Mothers of Preschoolers) is a group for moms and their kids. Every mom who is pregnant or has a childat home is welcome, accepted, and challenged to meet her potential. Better moms make a better world! For more info go to clmops@hotmail.com. PEPTalk - P(arents)E(ncouraging)P(arents)... exists to encourage, support, and build up a community of homeschool families in Polk County, Wisconsin. We welcome all types of homeschooling families to check us out! PEPTalk activities happen throughout the month. For more information contact Jenn Dueholm, jenndueholm@yahoo.com or Wendy Dietrich, thedietrichs@amerytel.net. Like us on Facebook under
PEPTalk. Polk County Parent-To-Parent Coaliton, a network for parents of children from birth through adulthood who have disabilities or other special needs. For more information about meetings and advocacy support, contact Lynne 715-472-2002. PREGNANT. Need help? Our tests and help are free and confidential. 715-755-BABY (2229). Osceola Life Care Center. Student Assistance Program is for students in the Amery school district who may be having personal or family problems. Strict confidentiality is followed except in cases of danger to self or others. Call 715-2680303 for middle school S.A.P. members or 715-2680214 for high school S.A.P. members. TEENS—Talk before you run. Trained counselors will listen. 1-800-491-8336 or 715-235-8882. TEENCARE. Where teens get help fast. 1-800-4918336. TOPS Club meets Tuesdays 3:30-5 p.m. at the Balsam Lake Municipal Building (under the water tower), Balsam Lake. Contact Sheila 715-857-5892 or just come to a meeting. TOP’s mission is to support our members as they take off and keep off pounds sensibly. Tutors: Free tutors are available to anyone who would like help studying for GED, English as a Second Language (ESL), or with basic skills in reading or math. Call 715-405-7323 to be matched with a local tutor. Weight Loss Club meets Thursdays 8-9 a.m. Our Savior’s Lutheran church, 217 Deronda St., Amery. Bonnie Timm 715-268-2980. Western Wisconsin LYME Education and Support Group meets: fourth Thursday of the month (April through October) at 7 p.m. at Our Savior’s Lutheran church, 217 Deronda St., Amery. (No meetings November through March). Meetings are free of charge and open to the public. For info call Ann 715-268-2856, Paula 715-268-2035, Bonnie 715-268-9557, Sue 715268-6687. Women’s Spiritual Growth Group meets each Thursday from 7-8 p.m. at 931 Pine St., St. Croix Falls. Yoga for Addition Recovery Y12SR is a 12 step based discussion and yoga practice that is open to anyone and everyone dealing with their own addictive behavior or affected by the addictive behavior of others. All A's are welcome. Old Chapel, Lake Wapogasset Lutheran Bible Camp, 7 p.m., Tuesdays
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SCHOOL LUNCH MENUS
AMERY SCHOOLS Wednesday, Oct. 3— Breakfast in all buildings: Frittata Wrap, Yogurt Parfait, Cereal, Goldfish Graham, Pear Slices. Lien Elementary lunch: Grilled Cheese, Tomato Soup, Steamed Broccoli, Pineapple Chunks, Garden Bar, Fresh Fruit, Peanut Butter & Jelly Sandwich. Intermediate lunch: Grilled Cheese, Ham & Cheese Sandwich, Tomato Soup, Steamed Broccoli, Pineapple Chunks, Garden Bar, Fresh Fruit, Peanut Butter & Jelly Sandwich, Chef Salad. Middle school lunch: Grilled Cheese, Ham & Cheese Sandwich, Tomato Soup, Steamed Broccoli, Pineapple Chunks, Garden Bar, Fresh Fruit. High school lunch: Grilled Cheese, Ham & Cheese Sandwich, Tomato Soup, Steamed Broccoli, Pineapple Chunks, Garden Bar, Fresh Fruit, Peanut Butter & Grape Jelly Sandwich, Yogurt Lunch, Taco Salad. Thursday, Oct. 4—No School Friday, Oct. 5—No School Monday, Oct. 8— Breakfast in all buildings: Mini Cinnis, Breakfast Pizza, Cereal, Goldfish Graham. Lien Elementary lunch: Chicken Patty on a Bun, Sweet Potato Waffle Fries, Mandarin Oranges, Garden Bar, Fresh Fruit, Ham & Cheese Sandwich. Intermediate lunch: Chicken Patty on a Bun, Build Your Own Sub, Potato Wedges, Mandarin Oranges, Garden Bar, Fresh Fruit, Ham & Cheese Sandwich, Chef Salad. Middle school lunch: Chicken Patty on a Bun, Build Your Own Sub, Potato Wedges, Mandarin Oranges, Garden Bar, Fresh Fruit. High school lunch: Chicken Patty on a Bun, Build Your Own Sub, Potato Wedges, Mandarin Oranges, Garden Bar, Fresh Fruit, Peanut Butter & Grape Jelly Sandwich, Yogurt Lunch, Crispy Chicken Salad. Tuesday, Oct. 9–– Breakfast in all buildings: Honey Wheat Bagel, Cream Cheese, Lum-
berjack, Cereal, String Cheese, Mandarin Oranges. Lien Elementary lunch: Deluxe Nacho’s, Black Bean Salad, Pears, Garden Bar, Fresh Fruit, Yogurt Lunch. Intermediate lunch: Deluxe Nacho’s, Chicken Fajitas, Black Bean Salad, Pears, Garden Bar, Fresh Fruit, Yogurt Lunch, Chef Salad. Middle school lunch: Pork Taco Meat, Chicken Fajita Meat, Tortilla Chips-HS, Softshell Tortilla (2), Black Bean Salad, Garden Bar, Fresh Fruit, Pear Slices. High school lunch: Pork Taco Meat, Chicken Fajita Meat, Tortilla Chips-HS, Softshell Tortilla (2), Black Bean Salad, Pear Slices, Garden Bar, Fresh Fruit, Peanut Butter & Grape Jelly Sandwich, Yogurt Lunch, Crispy Chicken Salad.
CLEAR LAKE SCHOOLS Wednesday, Oct. 3— Elementary breakfast: Breakfast Cereal, Graham Crackers Or Pancakes With Syrup, Fruit Juice, Fruit, Milk Choice. Elementary lunch: “Brunch Lunch”, Cheese Omelet, Sausage Links, Dragon Punch, Hash brown, Muffin, Fruit, Milk Choice. High school breakfast: Cereal, Yogurt, Muffin, Nutri Grain Bar, “Gripz” Graham Crackers, Sausage, Egg, & Cheese Sandwich*. High school lunch: Chicken Philly Sub Or Turkey & Cheese Sub Or Barbeque Chicken Sub, Fresh & Roasted Vegetables, Oriental Slaw, Craisins, Mandarin Oranges, Chips, Milk Choice. Thursday, Oct. 4— Elementary breakfast: Breakfast Cereal & Yogurt Or, Sausage & Cheese Sandwich, Fruit, Fruit Juice, Milk Choice. Elementary lunch: Sloppy Joe Or Grilled Chicken on a Bun, Tator Tots, Baked Beans, Mandarin Oranges, Milk Choice. High school breakfast: Cereal, Yogurt, Pop Tart, Mini Donuts, Muffin, Sausage Links. High school lunch: Sloppy Joe Or Grilled Chicken on a Bun, Curly
Fries, Baked Beans, Pineapple, Apples, Juice, Milk Choice. Friday, Oct. 5— Elementary breakfast: Breakfast Cereal Or Cinnamon Roll, Scrambled Eggs, Fruit Juice, Fruit, Milk Choice. Elementary lunch: Mini Corn Dogs Or Chef Salad, Macaroni & Cheese, Steamed Broccoli, Carrots With Dip, Applesauce, Milk. High school breakfast: Cereal, Cheese Omelet, Oatmeal Bar, Cinnamon Roll, Cereal Bar, Yogurt Parfait. High school lunch: Mini Corn Dogs Or Chef Salad, Macaroni & Cheese, Steamed Broccoli, Carrots With Dip, Grapes, Strawberries, Milk. Monday, Oct. 8– Elementary breakfast: Breakfast Cereal Or Sausage Pizza, Graham Crackers, Fruit Juice, Fruit, Milk Choice. Elementary lunch: Cheese Quesadilla Or Taco in a Bag, Fixings, Refried Beans, Mandarin Oranges, “Jonny Pop” Fruit Bar, Milk Choice. High school breakfast: Cereal, Sausage Pizza, “Gripz” Graham Crackers, Yogurt, Pop Tart, Cheese Stick. High school lunch: Deluxe Nachos Or Quesadilla, Fixings, Refried Beans, Pineapple Tidbits, “Jonny Pop” Fruit Bar, Juice, Milk Choice. Tuesday, Oct. 9– Elementary breakfast: Breakfast Cereal Or Oatmeal, Chocolate Chip “UBR”, Fruit Juice, Fruit, Milk Choice. Elementary lunch: Barbeque Riblet Or Chicken Patty on a Bun, Potato Smiles Or Au Gratin Potatoes, Green Beans, Peaches, Milk Choice. High school breakfast: Cereal, Oatmeal, Mini Cinni, Muffin, Cream Cheese Bagel, Yogurt. High school lunch: Barbeque Riblet Or Chicken Patty on a Bun, Baby Red Potatoes, Green Beans, Sliced Peaches, Grapes, Milk Choice.
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UW-La Crosse announces August 2018 graduates LA CROSSE, WIS.–The following area students completed degree requirements at the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse in August. UW-La Crosse, founded in 1909, is one of the 13 four-year institutions in the University of Wisconsin System. UWL has more than 10,560 full and part-time students enrolled in 94 undergraduate and 26 graduate academic programs. UW-La Crosse - www.uwlax.edu - is the state's top-ranked public or private higher education institution by U.S. News & World Reports for master's degree institutions and has been ranked among the top four Midwestern public institutions for more than a decade. UW-La Crosse remains one of only two Wisconsin colleges to make Kiplinger's Personal Finance's list of the top 100 best values nationwide in public colleges for 2018. Students earning degrees in August included: Centuria, WI Ella Luepke, Bachelor of Science, Recreation Management Major: Outdoor Recreation Emphasis, Honors Cushing, WI Brittany Thomfohrda, Master of Science, Exercise and Sport Science: Physical Education Teaching
Tollakson accepted for admission to Luther College DECORAH, Iowa – Scot Schaeffer, Luther College vice president for enrollment management, has announced that Addie Tollakson of Amery, Wisconsin, has been accepted for admission for the 2019-20 academic year. Tollakson has been awarded the Founders Scholarship. A national liberal arts college with an enrollment of 2,005, Luther offers an academic curriculum that leads to the Bachelor of Arts degree in more than 60 majors and pre-professional programs. For more information about Luther visit the college's website: http://www.luther.edu.
Autumn Exchange Another rainy morning, after a sunny summer spell, passed by, last night's storm warning; All is gloomy, but it's well. So I pick up sodden foliage, pick dead blossoms from the plants, grateful for minimum spoilage, and the moisture that rain grants. Plants beneath the eaves now watered, rain misses them,ironically. They are dry but weren't slaughtered, as the rained poured furiously. Time passing, Amery's festival, seemed like a recent summer day, a well-loved couple was honored, Frosty Hermann and dear wife, Kay. Seeing here and there, bright colors exchange, for the lush foliage of green, tells us, though it may seem strange, "Enjoy the new season's brilliant scene." The swing of season gives our birds, need for attentive human care, so, those empty, wet bird feeders for cold days or fall flight, we prepare. To see the glad reaction of creatures who can't speak or smile, gives to us the satisfaction, seeing that it's all worthwhile. Carol Morfitt Welch ©2018 a poet laureate of Amery, Wisconsin
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Clear Lake 10th Grader, Kierra Pickard, hopes that her hair will be easier to curl after having eight inches cut off to donate.
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Having personal experience with a family member battling cancer made it an easy choice for 9th grader Brooklyn Tolzman to donate eight inches of her hair.
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Kate Peterson, a 12th grader at Clear Lake High School, gladly shared ten inches of her hair to benefit someone who needs it.
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help cancer patients. Coach Alicia Strilzuk shared that before the season started they had six captains sit down and talk about what they wanted the program to look like this year. One of the things high on their list of goals was to host a charity event. Many volleyball teams participate in “Dig Pink”, but they wanted to do something on a larger scale. The girls who give it their all while on the court, started planning. They put together a night of remembering, celebrating and fundraising for people affected by cancer that would take place at their home game against the Clayton Bears on September 27th. During this game paper volleyballs would be sold to hang on a bulletin board honoring those affected by cancer. The teammates also arranged to conduct a bake sale. The highlight of the evening would be when the players walk around through the crowd of fans and obtain sponsorships for the ponytails that just hours before were attached to the heads of three of their players. All of the funds raised will be split between two organizations. Children with Hair Loss is an organization that provides human hair replacements at no cost to children and young adults facing medically-related hair loss, such as hair is lost due to Cancer treatments, Alopecia, Trichotillomania, or burns. The other charity receiving a donation for the volleyball team’s efforts is The Little Blessing Program. It’s goal is to assist patients through gift cards given for personal or family needs including date nights, salon appointments, gas purchases, etc. at all 6 Cancer Centers of Wisconsin. Strilzuk said, “I think it is so cool that they were so excited about doing this and that they were willing to fight for something that doesn’t necessarily affect them directly. Brooklyn Tolzman is a freshman at CLHS. She was a little nervous about shortening her hair, but by the middle of her cut she decided it was pretty awesome. Tolzman became a little misty eyed when she shared how hard her Grandpa had fought cancer. Tolzman said, “This is just one of the reasons that I decided to cut my hair for this good cause.” Sophomore Kierra Pickard said, “I kept thinking about kids that do not have any hair and how blessed I would feel if I gave my hair to them.” Coach Amy Weinke was given a chance by Lathrop to run the shears across Pickard’s hair and she snatched up the opportunity. While trying to keep a steady hand, She said, “I think that what these girls are doing is awesome. It makes me feel good that we have young ladies that are willing to give back.” Kate Peterson is a senior on the volleyball team. Peterson said, “I want to give someone the chance to have the hair that either they have never been able to grow or that because of circumstances they can no longer have. I know many people that have lost their hair due to cancer. I want to give back in honor of those people.” Peterson’s Mom and Grandma were present to witness her long locks be shortened down. They both even received a chance to cut a section hair from the young lady they felt so proud of. When asked how she was feeling about that night’s upcoming game against Clayton, Peterson paused and responded, “Ummmm, do I have to answer that question?” All three girls donated their hair in honor of
Karen Loesner who passed away late last year from Cancer and who was the mother of their teammate Gabby. It was a busy evening as this fundraising event was taking place on Parent’s Night and was also the Homecoming week match. The team that had taken on the responsibility of organizing the special evening was able to fit in room for some fun during the week by participating in special activities. It seemed understandable why Pickard shared that by far her favorite part of the celebration had been ‘Merica Day, as there are probably not many other times that wearing a red tutu and blue tie-died leggings would seem like “the norm”.
“Being with my classmates and having our last hurrah together has been a great part of the week. I love the Clear Lake school spirit”, said Peterson. When asked about her favorite portion of the school’s week long occasion Tolzman said, “Choosing a favorite part of Homecoming is a tough one but I would have to pick getting my hair cut.” The team ended up losing their match to Clayton on Thursday, but this was an evening where their success was not determined on the court. It was apparent at the end of the of it all, that team comradery, compassion, and a hefty desire to give back is what marked these ladies as champions when they left the gymnasium.
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Warrior soccer edges New Richmond BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER
Amery’s 10th-ranked Division 4 boys’ soccer team took its first major step towards a Middle Border Conference title on Thursday when it handed the New Richmond Tigers their first conference loss of the season, 3-2, in Amery. “The objective going into the New Richmond game was to just play good quality soccer and not worry about the final outcome,” said Amery Coach Flint Karis. “New Richmond has one of the top teams in this part of the State, and they showed it early.” The Tigers (6-5-1, 4-1-1 MBC) jumped out to a 2-0 lead in the first nine minutes. But the Warriors (10-0-4, 5-0-4 MBC) stuck with their game plan, showed composure and answered with a goal in the 13th minute. The game went back and forth through the rest of the first half, but the Warriors got the tying goal with less than three minutes to play in the half.
“There is always a sequence of events that leads to a goal or conceding a goal,” Karis said. “It is never one thing.” Amery’s winning goal did not stray from this, as goalkeeper Mason Helbig sent a booming punt deep into New Richmond’s end of the field that went out of bounds. Irving Saavedra-Sanchez stole the ball on New Richmond’s throw in and quickly moved it forward to Alexis Castorena-Gonsales who cut the ball inside and passed it to Galen Coy. Coy kept the ball moving across the pitch to Dylan Eiynck who blasted a hard shot outside the 18 under the outstretched arms of the New Richmond goalkeeper. “The quick ball movement by all the players involved resulted in the goal,” Karis said. Amery finished with 11 shots on goal compared to nine by New Richmond and also held a 4-1 corner kick advantage. Goalkeeper Mason Helbig notched seven saves and had many more plays where he came out to get to through balls or got to crossed balls
before they got to the New Richmond attackers. “Helbig’s saves were on shots that were hard and well placed,” Karis said. “He without a doubt kept the squad in the game to give us a chance for the victory.” “I can’t say enough good things about how well the team played,” he added. “We played a back line of five to keep New Richmond’s leading scorer, Andrew Johnson, in check. All played well together to limit New Richmond’s chances and clear out dangerous balls in front of the net. We played a double sweeper system with Mason Bosley and Kenny Lepak, protecting the space behind the defense. Noah Rademaker played stopper with some freedom to move forward in the attack. Outside backs Dylan Thomsen and Nick Erickson did a great job in keeping good defensive shape and limiting gaps in the defense.” Note: Amery’s JV squad lost its match 4-0 but, according to Karis, played much better soccer against a more experienced New Richmond squad.
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Senior Captain Noah Rademaker kicks the ball up the field while under heavy pressure.
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Senior Goalkeeper Mason Helbig gets above the team in order to catch the ball.
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Monson, Warrior girls win St. Croix Falls Invite BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER
Amery’s cross country teams took their skills to the St. Croix Falls Invite on Sept. 24 where the girls team claimed to top spot among six teams and boys’ placed third of five teams. Lydia Monson set the pace, winning the race by more than 10 seconds over second place Anna Klein of St. Croix Falls. Monson recorded a time of 20:24.72. Providing solid backup with sixth-, seventh-, eighth- and 10thplace finishes, respectively, were Megan Osero (22:06.50), Abby Braaten (22:15.06), Ja. McAlpineZapel (22:15.34) and Libby Braaten (22:40.03). Ella Williamson came in 15th with a time of 23:29.62, while Crystal Livingston earned a 42nd-place finish (25:05.31) among 56 runners. Andrew Carlson and Joshua Bohn led the boys’ team with third- and fourth-place times of 17:34.88 and 17:48.12, respectively. Henry Budke finished 17th (19:06.94). Grant Hoff (19:17.56) From left: Jens Bjorge, Asher Ingham and Austin Anderson and Asher Ingham (19:18.37) were 19th and 20th, respectively. And Jens Bjorge (19:31.50) and Samuel Kelling (19:34.75) rounded out the point-scoring lineup with 24th and 25th-place finishes, respectively, in a field of 58 runners.
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Top: Libby Braaten and Ella Williamson.
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Team Scores Girls Amery 32, Somerset 56, St. Croix Falls 66, Grantsburg 98, Unity 125, Frederic/Luck 139
Boys
Unity 45, Grantsburg 50, Amery 63, Somerset 80, St. Croix Falls 108
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Right: Abby Braaten
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From left: Jonathan Lorsung, Grant Hoff and Henry Budke
No. 1 St. Croix Central Panthers run over Amery BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER
Sept. 21 was a tough night for the Amery football team as it traveled to St. Croix Central and returned home with a 0-56 loss to the state’s top-ranked Panthers. SCC ran for 434 yards and 7 touchdowns and passed for 72 yards and a touchdown against the Warriors while Amery posted just 31 yards rushing and 44 passing yards. Kale Hopke completed 2 of 9 passes for the Warriors, including a 40-yard toss to Mike Smith. Lance Waalen ran the ball 11 times for 46 yards, returned two kicks for 46 yards and punted the ball five times for 113 yards. SCC was led by a 221-yard, two touchdown running effort by Keagen Berg. Seven different Panthers scored in the contest. Brett Forrest was Amery’s leading tackler with 10 tackles. He also grabbed an interception. Grady Martin tallied six tackles, including one for a loss. Dalton Johnson notched five tackles and forced a fumble. Amery 0 0 0 0 - 0 SCC 7 13 20 16 - 56
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Mike Smith looks for running room against St. Croix Central.
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Warrior ground game overpowers E-PC aerial attack BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER
The Clear Lake Warrior football team (5-2, 3-1 Lakeland South Conference) started strong and kept Elmwood-Plum City (4-3, 3-2 LSC) at a safe distance on its way to a 14-6 homecoming victory on Nov. 28. Kincaid Hughes got the Warriors rolling with a one-yard touchdown run 5 minutes into the game. Then Nick Sempf scampered in from 17 yards out for a 12-0 lead less than a minute into the fourth quarter. Ivan Ruble ran in the two-point conversion to extend the lead to 14-0 It wasn’t until the final 2 minutes that Elmwood was able to get on the board with a 66-yard touchdown pass from Zach Philips to Tyler Maxwell. Clear Lake outrushed Elmwood 340 yards to 2 while Elmwood held the passing yardage advantage 162-0. The teams were penalized for a combined 96 yards and Clear Lake threw one interception. Ruble ran the ball 24 times for 165 yards while Sempf finished with 85 yards on 20 carries. Leading the Warrior defense with 4.5 tackles, including one sack and two tackles for loss, was Joe Espeseth. Marshall Cain also had two tackles for losses. Elmwood 0 0 0 6 - 6 Clear Lake 6 0 0 8 - 14
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Junior fullback Drew Niles runs through the Wolves’ defense for a big gain.
Senior running back Nick Sempf turns the corner versus Elmwood-Plum City.
Chieftains edge Amery Volleyball
Hannah VanSomeren (10) sets the ball up for Ella Schmidt (18).
Abby Schmidt (20) spikes the ball across the net while her sister, Ella Schmidt (18) awaits the return.
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October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month and Cumberland Healthcare understands how important your annual breast exam is towards maintaining your health. We offer 3D breast imaging technology for better breast cancer detection. Patients who receive a Mammogram in October will receive a complimentary gift. To schedule an appointment, call our Radiology Department at 715-822-7390.
Amery’s volleyball team went the full five sets with Middle Border Conference co-leader Osceola on Sept. 27 before falling, 25-21, 22-25, 20-25, 25-21, 10-15. Warrior Coach Lisa Markee was pleased with her team’s ability to rebound from a tough loss two days earlier and find a rhythm to push the match to five sets with one of the conference’s top team.
Madelyn Granica was a force at the net, gathering 14 kills and nine blocks. Ella Schmidt put together a strong serving performance with four aces and added five kills and four blocks. Hannah VanSomeren also pulled her fair share of the weight with 24 assists, three aces and two kills. Drew Granica tallied six kills, 20 assists and two blocks. Mariah Waalen added 12 kills, and Abby Schmidt, one ace, six kills and two blocks.
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Boys 39th, Girls 40th at Roy Griak Invite BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER
Competition was stiff for Amery’s boy’s and girls’ cross country teams at the Sept. 29 Roy Griak Invitational at the University of Minnesota’s Les Bolstad Golf Course. The Amery boys participated in the 487-runner Maroon division and claimed 39th place of 53 teams with 1076 team points as all seven varsity Warriors placed between 138th and 388th place. Junior Andrew Carlson led the way with a 138thplace time of 18:42.4. Josh Bohn took 163rd at
18:50.2. Asher Ingham (19:43.5) was 278th, Jens Bjorge, 314th (20:01.0), Grant Hoff, 319th (20:03.2), Henry Budke, 344th (20:13.2), and Samuel Kelling, 388th (20:38.6). The girls’ team placed 40th of 49 teams with 1111 points. Lydia Monson broke into the top 100 of 431 total runners with 91st-place time of 21:34.0. Abby Braaten came in 253rd (23:17.5), Jaidyn McAlpine, 284th (23:44.6), Libby Braaten, 312th (24:08.0), Ella Williamson, 348th (24:56.5), Crystal Livingston, 423rd (30:05.8), and Ayla Russel, 424th (30:07.0).
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Warriors struggle against Somerset BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER
Amery’s football team dropped below .500 for the first time this season when it lost 7-42 on the road to the Middle Border Conference’s second-place Somerset Spartans on Friday. While the Warriors held close to the Spartans in the passing production (42 yards vs. 53 yards), Somerset separated itself from Amery on the ground,
tallying 309 yards and six touchdowns, compared to 181 yards and one touchdown by the Warriors. Brett Forrest completed 4 of 16 pass attempts for 42 yards and ran the ball nine times for 34 yards and a touchdown for the Warriors. Meanwhile, Lance Waalen picked up 135 rushing yards on 16 attempts, caught two passes for 16 yards, returned five kicks for 107 yards and made good on his lone extra point kick attempt.
Jeremiah Sillmann caught two passes for 26 yards. Grady Martin tallied eight tackles to lead the Amery defense, while Dalton Johnson and Forrest each finished with seven tackles. Forrest also recovered a fumble. Amery 7 0 0 0 - 7 Somerset 14 20 0 8 - 42
JV Tennis does well at frigid conference tourney Amery JV Tennis competed in the JV Conference Tournament on Saturday, September 29. Topping all players in the tournament were Amery’s #1 singles players Addie Tollakson (champion) and Hailey Clausen (3rd), with Lily Marquand taking 3rd place at 4 singles. Topping all doubles teams was Amery’s #1 Doubles team of Hannah Bottolfson and Ally de la Cruz winning the cham-
pionship. Fourth place at number 3 doubles was earned by Amery’s Kira Anderson and Mary Mallum. I n frigid temperatures, Amery showed their tenacity and technique all day long pushing other conference players to win many points. This was a great way for Amery to end their JV season. The future is bright for this tennis team! Hailey Clausen, Addie Tollakson, Hannah Bottolfson, and Ally de la Cruz Lily Marquand
This week’s sports Amery Cross Country 10-2 Amery Invite
Amery Football 10-5 vs. New Richmond
Amery Soccer 10-4 @ Somerset
10-8 @ Menomonie
Amery Tennis 10-3 WIAA Sectional @ Baldwin-Woodville
Amery Volleyball 10-2 vs. St. Croix Central
10-4 @ Somerset 10-9 vs. New Richmond
Clayton Football 10-5 @ Frederic
Clayton Volleyball 10-8 vs. Shell Lake
10-9 @ Prairie Farm
Clear Lake Cross Country 10-2 @ Amery Invite 10-9 @ Unity
Clear Lake Football 10-5 @ Turtle Lake
Clear Lake Volleyball 10-2 @ Shell Lake 10-4 vs. Northwood 10-9 @ Cameron
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Amery crowns 3 MBC tennis champions, places 2nd as team BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER
The Amery girls’ tennis team ended the regular season with a second-place Middle Border Conference finish at the conclusion of the MBC Conference Tournament on Sept. 26. The tournament turned out to be a two-day affair, due to rain, and Amery finished with three conference champions and four runner up competitors. All Warriors placed at least third. “Half of the team was in the middle of a match when the first rain delay stopped play,” said Amery Coach Tanya Julson. “After a 2 hour break they went out to play again, but it wasn’t long before the rain started again. At that point it was too late in the day to wait out the rain so the tournament was rescheduled for the next day. It isn’t easy for a player to continue to get psyched up restart a match, and we had to do it twice. The girls did a fantastic job of regrouping themselves mentally and physically to go out and continue play with each delay.”
MBC Champions Claiming a conference title at No. 4 singles was Sophie Whitley, who Coach Julson said, “played a strong, confident tournament.” Whitley received a bye
in the first round and then dominated Baldwin-Woodville’s Emily Olsem, 6-3, 6-0 in the semifinals, pairing her up with New Richmond’s Zoe Davis in the championship match. Whitley won the championship match against Davis due to injury default while leading the second set, 2-0. Amery’s other conference champions were Olivia Peterson and Mikayla Peterson at No. 3 doubles. The Peterson sisters also received a first-round bye and then defeated Baldwin-Woodville’s third-place team of Jessica Jarvis and Jessica Moor by scores of 6-4 and 6-3. They then topped New Richmond’s Sophie Fuchs and Brogan O’Flanagan in the championship match, 6-2, 7-5. “They made it look easy today with their teamwork and effort,” Coach Julson said of the Petersons.
MBC Runners Up At. No. 1 singles, Drew Meyer used a variety of strategies, along with mental toughness, to wear down her opponents, according to Coach Julson. That plan earned her a shut-out win over Osceola’s Tayler Kisler in the first round and a 6-4, 7-6 victory over Baldwin-Woodville’s Shealene Wolgast in the semifinals. New Richmond’s Mia Bakke escaped with
Back row L-R: Mikayla Peterson, Essie Whitehead, Allsion Oman, Olivia Braaten, and Autumn Rivard. Front row L-R: Olivia Peterson, Drew Meyer, Sophie Whitley, Hannah Zinn, and Grace Springett.
a tie break victory over Meyer in the final, 2-6, 7-5, 7-10. Autumn Rivard placed second at No. 3 singles. “Fight and determination carried her all over the court as she ran down each shot,” said Coach Julson. Rivard topped B-W’s Hanna Stitt in the semifinals, 7-6 (4), 6-2, before dropping a toe-to-toe showdown to New Richmond’s Ariana Devereux in the championshipo match, 6-7 (1), 5-7. At No. 1 doubles, Al-
lison Oman and Olivia Braaten advanced to the championship match with a 6-1, 6-1 first round victory over Mondovi’s Brooklyn Howell and Destiny Anderson and a 6-2, 7-5 semifinal win over B-W’s Lizzy Dobson and Jordan Drilling. “This team has the ability to use multiple strategies to keep their opponents guessing,” Julson said. New Richmond’s Katie Eickhoff and Anna Hop won the title match, 6-1, 6-4.
Third Place finishers No. 2 singles player Hanna Zinn placed with wins against Ellsworth and Osceola. “Consistency and patience helped her battled through long points and games,” Julson said. Essie Whitehead and Grace Springett earned third place in No. 2 doubles also with wins overs Ellsworth and Osceola. “This team worked well together and played solid tennis all day,” Julson said.
New Richmond won the team conference title after controlling both the tournament and duals. Amery tied with Baldwin-Woodville for second place in the final standings after placing second at the tournament and third in duals. B-W was third at the tournament and second in duals. Rounding out the final four spots in the conference standings (in order) were Osceola, Ellsworth, Mondovi and Unity/ Luck.
Amery volleyball out of sync vs. Ellsworth BY BRETT HART CONRIBUTING WRITER
Amery’s volleyball team suffered its first Middle Border Conference loss on Sept. 25 when it took on Ellsworth on the road and fell in three sets. “We never got into our own rhythm on offense or defense,” said Amery Coach Lisa Markee. Amery trailed the entire first game before falling 18-25. The Warriors then jumped out to a 3-0 led in game two but lost control when Ellsworth took a 5-4 advantage amidst a 6-0 run. Amery did manage to tie the score at 16-16 and 17-17 and claim the lead again at 24-22, but ended up dropping the set, 24-26. Game three was all Ellsworth from start to finish, ending in a 14-25 Warrior loss. Madelyn Granica tallied 11 kills and an ace. Abby Schmidt had eight kills, two aces and a block Ella Schmidt earned two kills and a block. Drew Granica racked up 14 assists, two blocks and three kills. Hanna VanSomeren finished with 16 assists and an ace.
Volleyball team wins home tourney
The Amery Varsity Volleyball team took the championship at their home tournament September 29th. Pictured back row L-R: Coach Lisa Markee, Madelyn Granica, Abby Schmidt, Ella Schmidt, Jenna Hendrickson, and Mariah Waalen. Front row L-R: McKenzie Gamache, Drew Johnson, Belle Meyer, Hannah VanSomeren, and Drew Granica.
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The unseasonal and unreasonably chilly temps on Saturday morning, September 29, didn’t dissuade a crowd of hearty canines and their caregivers from attending the 2018 Arnell “Paws on the Trail” fundraising event. A brisk walk on the Stower Seven Lakes Trail warmed everyone up for the “Fun Dog” Contests that followed. Dog Walking participants competed in a number of contests that showcased their individual special talents. Lisa Simon and her dog Fritz (adopted from Arnell) were awarded the Top Pledges Collected prize, with Steph Cahill and Hayley Olson tying for second place and Shelly Anderson raising the third Most Pledges Collected award. The Paws on the Trail event is a fundraising event for the animals at the Arnell shelter. Pledges raised will help Arnell offer a second chance to hundreds of homeless pets in search of a loving home. Arnell adopted alumni won Smallest Dog, Lacey Black, Best Junior Handler, Kermit with Carlene Morgan and Quickest Cookie Catcher, Fritz Simon. The Oldest Dog was a 13 year old Black Lab mix named Gracie Gusa and Youngest went to three month old Buddy, a Shih Tzu mix. Frank Evans, a Newfoundland-St. Bernard mix, was the Largest Dog.
The Simon Says contest included a full spectrum of pups, with the quickest participants battling it out to the very end. It was to be Redford Wilson, a Red Australian Shepherd, who won the prize for his handler, April. Opie Doughty, the Walker Coonhound delivered the Best Vocal Performance and the Best Kiss. Ava Schueller and her Blue Heeler-Pointer, Letty, easily won the Best Hand Shake contest and Cavalier Spaniel Shelby Drier won Waggiest Tail. The Best Mystery Mutt award went to a Wirehaired Dachshund-Terrier named Webster, but we are only guessing at his breeding because his origins are truly a mystery. The Best Trick competition was blown away by Golden Retriever Rocky Lindberg, who Sat Pretty on his hind legs, balancing a treat on his muzzle and flipping it in the air on command to catch the treat in mid air. But that was not all the superstar did to earn his Best Trick award. He gave a High Five in the air, wove his way through his handler’s legs like they were agility poles and jumped over a stuffed toy hurdle held up by his proud parents, Brian and Sue. Rocky was also a close contender in the Best Kisser contest. A few dogs wore their Paws on the
Trail T-Shirts but the Best Costume contestants took it to a new level. Competing for Best Costume were: a Black Newfie Stegosaurus, a Beagle Gondolier, a Black Retriever Circus Dog carrying a monkey on his back, a Beagle K-9 Firefighter, a Yorkie and Shih Tzu couple, he in a Hawaiian Shirt and she wearing a grass skirt, a Collie mix cape wearing Wizard and a Red Heeler Lumberjack, complete with red flannel, an ax and Babe the Blue Ox. All of the dogs were good sports, dazzling in their costumes; really quite impressive. Hunter the Beagle won the prize in his homemade Gondolier costume. He wore a black and white striped T-Shirt, a red bow-tie, cummerbund and straw boater cap with a matching band. Visit our Facebook Page to see all of the Costume, Trick and Personality Winners. Thank you to everyone who participated and volunteered at 2018 Paws on the Trail. We deeply appreciate the support of our local business Sponsors who helped to make this event such a success. Paws on the Trail 2018 Sponsors are listed on our Web Site: ARNELLHUMANE. ORG and Facebook page. It is a fun and games event that makes a big difference for homeless pets in our area. Arnell Memorial Humane Society.
Isabella Kathryn Larson, baby girl, 5 lbs 7 oz, was born September 8 to Miranda Gales and Sam Larson of Almena. Kylan Charles Anderson, baby boy, 7 lbs 13 oz, was born September 8 to Bailey Sigsworth and Dylan Anderson of Clear Lake. Liam Gordon Johnson, baby boy, 8 lbs 6 oz, was born September 10 to Elizabeth and Adam Johnson of Amery. Ronald Cash Bray, baby boy, 7 lbs 15 oz, was born September 11 to MiKenzie Paron and Carl Bray of Deer Park. Eli Max Knutson, baby boy, 9 lbs 12 oz, was born September 12 to Angela and Kent Knutson of Clayton. Jaylen Jennifer Melberg, baby girl, 7 lbs 3 oz, was born September 14 to Jennifer and Charlie Melberg of Amery. Piper Jane Lang, baby girl, 7 lbs 6 oz, was born September 18 to Andrea and Michael Lang. Abigail Ruth Rothmeier, baby girl, 10 lbs 1 oz, was born September 18 to Hannah and James Rothmeier of Turtle Lake. Diana Reese Kuettel, baby girl, 6 lbs 1 oz, was born September 19 to Kenedi Wrezzes and Tyler Kuettel of Amery. Hadley Mary Koch, baby girl, 8 lbs 10 oz, was born September 20 to Kara and Kody Koch of Amery. Lara Zemira Henderson, baby girl, 7 lbs 3 oz, was born September 23 to Romni and Nicholas Henderson of St. Croix Falls. River McVeigh Jones, baby girl, 8 lbs 6 oz, aws born September 25 to Brianne and Brien Jones of Amery. Macie Veda Picton, baby girl, 8 lbs 6 oz, was born September 26 to Zoe and Matthew Picton of Frederic.
St. Croix Regional Medical Center St. Croix Falls Maci Lynn Olson, baby girl, 5 lbs 12 oz, was born September 19 to Nicole and Anthony Olson of St. Croix Falls. Grayson Elliott Larson, baby boy, 8 lbs 6 oz, was born September 25 to Jade Schallenberger and Tony Larson of Grantsburg. Zoey Grace River Chadwick, baby girl, 9 lbs 2 oz, was born September 25 to Amy and Matthew Chadwick of Grantsburg.
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Kids' Yoga: Wednesdays, starting September 26th (10-10:30 am). Kids should dress for movement, and caregivers must stay in the room.
be making Tin Can Pumpkins! No cost to attend, registration required to ensure a place in the class and supplies. Visit our website for more information and to register.
Family Storytime: Wednesdays, starting September 26th (10:35-11:15 am). We’ll have books, songs, movement activities, and a craft! Come on in and join the fun!
Books and Brews Meeting: Join us at Amery Ale Works, Thursday, October 4th from 6-8 pm to discuss our most recent book selection: "Every Living Thing" by James Herriot We have a large group so we'll break into smaller subgroups and spend a lovely fall evening enjoying food, drink, and books!
STEAM Tuesdays: Tuesday, October 2nd (3:45-4:45 pm). Kids in grades 1-5 can blow off some steam at the library. Projects will rotate between various STEAM activities (explore watercolor art this month). Registration is requested (register through the Kids page on our website). Family Foraging: Wild Food Ramble: No-school event! Thursday, October 4th (10-11 am). Discover food & folk medicines that can be gathered from the wild -- even in your own backyard! Kids 12 & younger must have an adult present. This event is sponsored by PowerUp and co-hosted by The Friendly Forager. Registration required (call or register through the Kids page on our website). Snake, Rattle, and Roll - Snake Discovery: No-school event! Friday, October 5th (10-11 am). Snake Discovery will be bringing a variety of reptiles for kids to see and touch. Learn about snakes, turtles, and exotic reptiles that are native to Wisconsin and Minnesota in this fun, interactive program! Halloween Party: Saturday, Oct. 20th (10 am-2 pm). At the brandspookin' new Osceola Public Library! Join Amery, Osceola, and St. Croix Falls public liBOOraries for a monstrously enjoyable Halloween celebration! Drop in for spooky crafts, creepy treats, and ghoulish games. Bring your costumed kiddos for a not-too-spooky storytime at 10:15 am, and check out the extra-eerie storytime for teens & adults at 12:30 pm. Teen Advisory Board: Friday, October 5th, from 4-5 pm, teens in grades 6-12 can come talk about books and more, have some snacks, and give their ideas for teen events and programs. 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. Book discussion group The Friends of the Library Book Discussion Group meets on the third Monday of the month at 1:30 PM. The title for October is Wait till Next Year by Doris Kearns Goodwin. Third Thursday: Join us for another fun make-and-take craft project on Thursday, October 18th at 5:30 p.m! We will
Women in a Male-Dominated Field: Beer Brewing: It is no secret that the beer industry has been dominated by men for most of its history. However, the sudsy ceiling is slowly but surely being raised by a growing group of women making waves as brewers, marketers, and CEOs! Join us for a very special event at Amery Ale Works (owned and operated by Amery's own Jenna Johnson!) on Friday, October 12th at 7 pm. Tami Plourde of Pearl Street Brewery in La Crosse will speak to us about the growing number of women in the beer industry, and her beer will be on tap as well! Intro to Genealogy: Come to the Library on Saturday, October 20th from 10 am to 12 pm to learn how to build your family tree! Event is hosted and run by the knowledgeable folks from the Amery Area Historical Society. Author Visit-Carol Welch: Join us on Saturday, October 27th at 10:30 a.m. as local author Carol Welch talks about her work and reads to us from two of her books: Sunshine Girl and Days of Joy, Years of Recovery. Book sales The Friends of the Library Book Sale will be held on Thursday, October 4th from 4:00-7:00 PM. “Friends of the Library” may shop early (from 3-4). The Book Sale will also be held Saturday, October 6th from 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM. Friends The Friends of the Amery Area Public Library Foundation meets on the third Monday of the month at 4:30 PM. Meetings are open to all members and to the public. E-books, e-audiobooks and digital magazines Your MORE library card gives you access to the Overdrive collection of e-books, e-audiobooks, and streaming videos; the Freading collection of e-books; and the Flipster downloadable magazine collection. Check out the website Check out the library website at amerylibrary. org, or find us on Facebook at facebook.com/ amerylibrary. Hours Library hours are Monday through Thursday 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM, Friday 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM, and Saturday 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Senate Scholar Program Accepting Student Applications (MADISON) – The Wisconsin State Senate Scholar Program is currently accepting applications from high school students aged 16 to 18. The Senate Scholar Program is a week-long educational program offered by the Wisconsin State Senate that provides high school students with a hands-on, up-close view of the Legislature. Senate Scholars gain experience in policy development, constituent relations, and processing legislation by working with senators, legislative staff and University of Wisconsin faculty.
Senator Patty Schachtner (D-Somerset) encourages students to apply. “The Senate Scholar Program is a great way for students to learn more about the state Senate and experience the work happening in our state Capitol,” said Senator Schachtner. “I encourage all interested students to apply.” Information about this program can be found online at www.senatescholar.com or by calling (608) 261-0533. All applications for the 2018 Senate Scholar program are due by November 21, 2018.
Fall is here! It is time for visiting apple orchards, pumpkin patches. Drives to look at all the beautiful fall colors & crisp cool evenings and brisk mornings, where Autumn is like a second spring when every leaf is a flower. We have some amazing events coming up in the next couple months be sure to like us on Facebook or stop in to see what events we have each day. On Saturday October 13th the Community Center will host our Annual Oktoberfest Fundraiser from 3pm-7pm. Cattail Moon will provide the entertainment from 3pm6pm and Lions Club will be cooking up some delicious brats and pork chops. If you like to play pool, sign up for our Double Elimination Pool Tournament starting at 3pm. The cost is $6 and you can come by the Center to sign up and pay. Our annual Holiday Bazaar is right around the corner, it will be held on 17th of November! We are looking for crafters and direct sales consultants, if you are a crafter or a consultant please call Jen at 715-268-6605 or email aaccjen@outlook.com for more information. Need a place to rent? Consider the Amery Area Community Center for that birthday, party, wedding, or anniversary celebration? We will also work with profit and not-for-profit organizations to help with the perfect meeting place. Want to get a complete workout in just 30 minutes? Do you enjoy walking on a treadmill? Get all of that for just $10/month if you are a member of the Amery Area Community Center. Our hours are 7am-4:30pm Monday through Thursday and 7am-3pm on Fridays. There are no contracts to lock into and no hidden fees. Come down and check us out! We always have people asking if there is anything we need here at the Center. We can always use things like stamps, sympathy cards, toilet paper, paper towels, cleaning supplies, and coffee. We also take rummage sale items all year long. Tuesday pool winners on September 25th were Gary Snelling in first, Mary Fisher in second, Carl Johnson placed third Jerry Fisher placed fourth and Jean Frank taking the consolation prize. Thursday pool player winners on September 27th were Gene Pribnow in first, Jerry Fisher in second, Mary Fisher took third and Les Peterson took the consolation prize. Wii bowling winners on September 25th were Jerry Fisher in first, Milt Johnson took second and Mary Fisher placed third. Bridge winners on Monday September 24th were Shirley Stabler with first and Paula Schmid in second. Wednesday September 26th were Patty Tallent in first, Pat Carlson in second and Asa Steen in third. Congratulations to all! Amanda Fisk, Director Jen Tyman, Assistant Director
GROANERS A SUNDAY SCHOOL TEACHER was describing to the class how Lot’s wife looked back and suddenly turned into a pillar of salt. “My mother looked back once while she was driving,” one boy said, “and she turned into a telephone pole.” WANT TO HEAR A ROOF JOKE? This first one’s on the house. A GOLFER walks off the 18th green, hands his putter to the caddie and
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AMERY COMMUNITY EDUCATION Community Ed brochures are available at the Amery and Deer Park public libraries and all 4 schools. Pre-register for all classes through Amery Community Ed online at www.amerysd.k12.wi.us or by calling 715-268-9771 x220 unless the class description indicates otherwise. AFTER SCHOOL MARTIAL ARTS CLUB where children will have fun challenging themselves with the skills of Kyuki-Do while learning about Courtesy, Humility, Integrity, Perseverance, Self-Control and Indomitable Spirit. For boys & girls, 4K through Gr 5. Mondays, Oct 8 - Dec 10 after school until 4 p in the elementary. Fee $100 for 10-week session includes uniform. Pre-register with Amery Community Ed. Optional belt fee to pay in class - $20 STRENGTHEN STEM SKILLS with Robotics for grades 4-6. Explore Engineering design, practice Technology skills, and apply Science and Math skills by building and programming a robot. Mondays, Oct 8 - Nov 5 after school until 5:30 p at the Intermediate. Fee $79. Pre-register with Community Ed THE MAGIC OF MINERALS: Learn the benefits of five important minerals—zinc, calcium, potassium, magnesium, and iron—along with the body signs that you may be deficient. You’ll also discover the mineral connections to sleep, cravings, crying easily, brittle nails, acne, muscle cramps, chewing ice, and more. Learn about
food, supplements, and recipes. Oct 10 from 6:30-8 p. Fee $19, pre-register with Community Ed. Instructor: Nutritional Weight & Wellness. ESTATE PLANNING WORKSHOP: Learn how to protect loved ones’ inheritance, minimize estate taxes, keep your plan up-to-date, maintain control in the family, leave your heirs what you want, when you want, and the way you want, and much more. Oct 11 at 6 pm with J Earley, Estate Planning Attorney. Fee $9 to Community Ed, pre-register. MICROSOFT WORD: Class will cover the basics and progress into more advanced skills. We will practice page setup, change fonts and paragraph settings, add and edit photos, create lists, type outlines, review and edit text, and add headers and footers. Learn tips and tricks to fully utilize and be more efficient. Prerequisite: Basic computer and keyboarding skills. Oct 11, 16 & 18 from 6-8 p. WITC Fee $24.63 SR (62+ as of 8/28/2018) $4.50. ID # 66268, Pre-register with WITC: www.witc.edu or 1-800243-9482 ext 4221. Do NOT register for this class through Community Ed. YOGA & ESSENTIAL OILS SERIES is designed to share simple practices through yoga paired with essential oils to help support the needs of your daily life to bring you back to balance physically, mentally and emotionally. All levels of experience welcome. 1. Detox & Purify 2. Activate & Energize 3. Relax & Restore. Sundays; Oct 14, Nov 11 & Dec 9 from 5-6:30 p. Fee $50 for the 3-class series or $20 per class if space available. Pre-register with Comm Ed. THE BATTLE OF THE GREASY GRASS: Custer’s defeat is shrouded in
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myth and legend. Although newspaper accounts reported no one survived the battle, there were in fact hundreds of survivors. The Battle of the Greasy Grass peels back the onion and tells the story of the battle through the eyes of the Lakota and Cheyenne Warriors who were there. Oct 15 from 6-7:30 p. Fee $12. Pre-register with Community Ed.
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PLANNING FOR YOUR BUSINESS: Are you starting a new business, expanding your business, or ready to retire and transfer your business? Christine Rasmussen of Valley Crossing Law will discuss formation and legal characteristics of WI business organizations, taxes, and succession and transitions. Oct 15 from 6-7:30 p. Fee $9 to Community Ed, pre-register. MOSAIC ART WELCOME/WORD SIGN: Have you had the opportunity to try the ancient art of mosaics? Fun and easy, even for the most art-challenged. Make a welcome sign, house numbers, or use any word for a sign for your home. Oct 18 & 25 from 5:30-8:30 p. Class fee $35. Materials fee range $20-35 depending on the size you select. Pay materials fee in class. Pre-register with Comm Ed. INSPIRED MENOPAUSE! An Empowered Approach to Creating your own Joyful Journey: Register for one, two or all three classes. Fee $15 per class or $30 for all three. Class 1 - Understand the physiology of your changing body and brain, including hot flashes/ night sweats, sleep disturbances, and weight gain. Class 2 - Explore emotional well-being, including mood swings, anxiety/depression, grief, loss, and restlessness. Class 3 - Consider the intellectual aspects including foggy thinking, focus,
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2018 PAWS ON THE TRAIL Fergie wore her Arnell “ Paws on the Trail” T-Shirt at the event and would like to report that this fun event was a huge success. Arnell Memorial Humane Society would like to thank all of our local business sponsors for their support of this fundraising event for the animals. Amery Chevrolet Amery Farm & Home Amery Hospital & Clinic Apple River TV & Appliance Berg Family Trust Carlson SV Chet Johnson Drug Clear Lake Veterinary Dental Arts Doyle's Farm & Home Dragonfly Gardens Forrest Inn Motel Frontier Ag & Turf Guinn, Vinopal & Zahradka, LLP
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clarity, creativity, and purpose. Oct 23, Nov 6 and 20 from 5-6:15 p. Pre-register with Comm Ed. MICROSOFT EXCEL BEGINNING: Learn how to create worksheets for work and personal use, navigate through the cells, format and set up a spreadsheet for efficiency. See how easy it is to have your numbers calculated for you in just seconds and how to sort through long lists with ease. Prerequisite: Basic computer skills. Oct 23, 25 & 30 from 6-8 p. Fee $24.63 or Sr. Fee (62+ as of 8/28/2018) $4.50. Pre-register with WITC: www.witc.edu or 1-800-243-9482 ext 4221. WITC ID #66266. ZUMBA FITNESS: Join us for an exhilarating, effective, easy-to-follow, Latin-inspired, calorie-burning dance fitness party that has moved millions of people toward joy and health. No experience necessary. If you can walk, you can Zumba®! Six Wednesdays, Oct 24 through Dec 12 (skip Oct 31 & Nov 21) from 6-7 p. Fee $40, pre-register through Amery Comm Ed. YOUTH REC FAIR OPEN HOUSE FOR FAMILIES: Learn more about the many opportunities available in the Amery area for our youth. Come meet coaches and leaders of various youth athletics and other organizations, ask questions, learn more about schedules and commitments and potential costs, pick up registration information, and more. Expect to meet representatives from many of the following: Basketball, Soccer, Wrestling, Hockey, Boy & Girl Scouts, Piano, Martial Arts, Track & Field, and more. Tuesday, October 9 from 6:30-7:30 p in the Amery High School.
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CWD sampling opportunities for St. Croix and Pierce for the 2018 deer seasons
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BALDWIN, Wis. - In cooperation with local businesses, Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources staff will collect deer heads for chronic wasting disease surveillance in Saint Croix and Pierce counties for testing during the 2018 archery, crossbow and gun hunting seasons. Check out this segment of Wild Wisconsin to learn more about CWD in Wisconsin. https://www. youtube.com/embed/ndooO3MGmQA Hunters who harvest an adult deer within Saint Croix and Pierce counties are strongly encouraged to consider submitting a sample from the deer for chronic wasting disease testing. Cooperating taxidermists and meat processors will either remove the proper tissue samples or collect the entire deer head and portion of neck for testing. Hunters who harvest an adult deer within these counties can go to a cooperator and provide them the head with 3-5 inches of the neck attached, the deer harvest authorization number for the harvested deer, DNR customer number, the harvest location and hunter contact information. CWD testing is free of charge to the hunter, and anyone submitting the head will receive their results in two to three weeks. For a full list of local and statewide CWD sampling stations, visit dnr.wi.gov and search keywords "CWD Sampling" on the DNR website. Head samples can be dropped off at the following locations: • Deer’s Food Locker Inc. - 210 Main St. N, Deer Park (715-269-5118); • Kessler Processing - 1181 State Road 128, Glenwood City (715-265-4248); • Pierce County Meats - 460 E Wall St., Ellsworth (715-237-4741); • Ptacek’s IGA - 1449 Orrin Road, Prescott (612963-3168) In addition to CWD cooperators, hunters may also have their adult deer that was harvested in these counties tested for CWD by dropping their deer heads with 3-5 inch portion of neck off at a self-serve kiosk that can be accessed any time of the day. These kiosks are located at multiple locations within each county. Hunters will simply follow the directions posted in the kiosk. • 35 Express – W3541 State Road 35, Maiden Rock (715-448-2027); • 63 Express – N1817 785th St., Hager City (715792-5212); • B & J Hardware – 410 Main St., Somerset (715-247-3377); • BP Gas Station – 1553 Paulson Road, River Falls (715-426-4880); • Gregerson Ace Hardware – 880 Cedar St., Baldwin (715-684-3246); • Holiday Gas Station @ 4 Corners – 2098 State HWY 64, New Richmond (715-246-5188); • Mill’s Fleet Farm – 1001 Industrial St., Hudson (715-386-3281); • Red Barn Country Store – W4890 State Road 29, Spring Valley (715-778-5848); • Willow River State Park – 1034 CTY HWY A, Hudson (715-386-5931) Wisconsin's citizens play a key role in CWD sampling efforts throughout Wisconsin, and department staff would like to thank all participants in advance for their continued efforts. For more information regarding chronic wasting disease in Wisconsin, search keyword "CWD." Information regarding collection stations will be available throughout the deer hunting season via the DNR website. For more information regarding deer and deer hunting in Wisconsin, search keyword "deer."
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Isabella Haen (2018 Wisconsin Fairest of the Fairs), Gary Gosda (LCD), Tom Quimby (Dr Tech), Fred Wolff (LCD), Justin Willcox (LCD), Nathan Reed (LCD),Kaitlyn Riley (Alice in Dairyland)
Lake Country Dairy Wins Master Cheesemaker 2 Years in a Row! The coveted title of Grand Master Cheesemaker is awarded each year to the very best artisan cheese in the contest. This is determined by judging each blue-ribbon cheese entry in a championship round and declaring the winner of the highest-scoring product as the Grand Master. Lake Country Dairy (LCD) in Turtle Lake, WI, was awarded for the 2nd year in a row the honor of GrandMaster Cheesemaker with the award-winning entry, Altu, a smear ripened cheese. Last year, Lake Country Dairy earned the title with their Monteau, another smear ripened cheese. Lake Country Dairy had other blue-ribbon-winning entries in the open class for hard
cheese with their Traditional Romano and the open class for soft and spreadable cheese with their Mascarpone. Each blue-ribbon entry from the Wisconsin State Fair Dairy Products Contest was sold during the event, raising $42,730 for student scholarships and dairy promotions at the Wisconsin State Fair. Leading off the auction was 22 pounds of Lake Country Dairy’s award-winning Altu, which sold for $3,190 to DR Tech of Grantsburg. A big thank you to DR Tech for its generous support of the Wisconsin State Fair Dairy Promotions Board, and our industry, through their successful bid on Lake Country Dairy’s winning cheese, Altu. Thank you!
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Clear Lake Community Theater presents “Night Comes Early” The Clear Lake Community Theater’s fall presentation will be the farce, “Night Comes Early”, by Burton Bumgarner and with arrangements through Eldridge Publishing Co., Lancaster, PA. The director of the Moon Lake Community Theater, Missy Bailey, has dreamed about directing a production of a 1930s psychological melodrama called “Night Comes Early.” Now that the opportunity has come, she encounters
overwhelming obstacles; cast members who don’t know their lines, who drop out at the last minute, and workmen who can’t finish building the set. No one is ready on opening night, but the show must go on, even without enough actors to fill the roles. “Night Comes Early” is a fastpaced farce that shows the anxiety of a director attempting to mount a production of a play. Performance dates are: Fridays and Saturdays: October 12th & 19th and
October 13th & 20th @ 7:00 p.m. Sunday Matinees: October 14th and October 21th @ 2:00 p.m. At the Clear Lake Area Community Center Gymnasium. Admissions prices: Adults - $8.00, Senior Citizens - $7.00 and ages 18 & under - $5. Refreshments served during intermission. Free will donation. “Night Comes Early” is presented through special arrangements with Eldridge Pub. Co.
We can help you save with Lifeline. Verizon Wireless participates in the Lifeline program which is a government assistance program that offers qualified, low-income customers a discount of at least $9.25 on their monthly wireless service. Only eligible customers may enroll in the program. You may be eligible for a Lifeline discount if you currently participate in a qualifying public assistance program or otherwise satisfy the federal income requirements. The Lifeline discount is limited to a single line of service per household. Eligible customers may apply the Lifeline discount to either one landline or one wireless number, but you cannot have the discount on both services. Other service providers may use terms other than “Lifeline” to describe the Lifeline discount. The Lifeline service may not be transferred to any other individual. Applicants must present documentation of household income or participation in qualifying programs. Consumers who willfully make false statements in order to obtain the benefit can be punished by fine or imprisonment, or may be barred from the program. To receive further information about the Lifeline wireless services, call Verizon Wireless at 800-417-3849 or go to www.verizonwireless.com/ lifeline. Lifeline is only available in limited areas where Verizon Wireless has been designated to offer these programs.
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October?...Really? I know the calendar says it is October, and the weather feels like it (or maybe even a touch of November) but can it really be October already? The dreary, chilly last few days makes us think about the Fall season but let’s hope we have some beautiful, sunny days ahead. If you are like me, and most of us are in the same boat, the Fall project list Pounding is still being worked on, or maybe not even the started yet. Well I Pavement guess we should get at that project list just in Pam Humpal case the weather does not turn back to the good, or if/when it does, we will be able to enjoy the sunshine instead of having to work. Next week, October 9, the Amery Free Press will publish our annual Fall Edition. The special section will have information on preparing our homes, vehicles, and bodies for the change of season plus great ideas on how to enjoy the upcoming months. Area businesses who would like to be a part of the AFP Fall Edition please give me a call today at 715-268-8101. Deadline is Wednesday, October 3. This Saturday, October 6, the Indianhead Barbershop Chorus will host the 60th Anniversary of the Harvest of Harmony. The performances are at 2 & 7pm at the Amery High School Auditorium. Advance tickets for $10 are available from members, Chet Johnson Drug or by calling 715-268-9114. Tickets are also sold at the door for $15. The Indianhead Barbershop Chorus always puts on a great show plus this year they will be joined on stage by two other groups…”Border Project” and “Crossroads”. Get your tickets today! Along with the days flying by, also comes the Flu Season. Fight the flu today with a shot of prevention. Chet Johnson Drug in downtown Amery is offering a Flu Shot Clinic on Saturday, October 6, from 9am-4pm. Medicare and most insurance plans pay 100% of the cost of the flu shot with $0.00 copay. If you can’t make it on October 6, Chet’s also offers walk-in flu shots Monday-Friday, 9am-6pm. No appointment necessary, and is available to anyone ages 6+. October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Early detection is key in overcoming the disease. Take steps to protect yourself against breast cancer by experiencing a healthy lifestyle, performing monthly self breast
GROANERS A POLICE OFFICER pulled a driver over and asked to see her license. After looking it over, he said to her, “Ma’am, it says here on your license that you should be wearing glasses.” “Well, I have contacts,” the woman replied. “Look, lady, I don’t care who you know,” the officer snapped. “You’re getting a ticket.” NOTHING is more responsible for the good old days than a bad memory.
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exams, and having a mammogram screening on a regular basis. Please join the fight against Breast Cancer. Friends of the Stower Seven Lake State Trail invite you to their annual Changing Colors Ride and Family Game Day this Saturday, October 6. The games will be held in Soo Line Park, Amery, from 11:30am-1pm with a FREE hot dog lunch at noon. The Friends Annual Meeting is at noon with the bike ride following at 1pm. Join in the fun on Stower Seven Lake State Trail. Congratulations to Bryan Rubendall, Amery…this week’s winner in the AFP Football Contest. He had all 9 correct game predictions with picking Chicago to win. Keith Luehman also had 9 correct but picked Tampa Bay to win. For your chance to be next week’s winner simply pick the winning teams, fill out the entry form, and drop it off at the AFP office by Friday. Good Luck!
Congratulations and Good Luck to the Amery High School Girls Tennis Team as they advance in tournament play. A very special Happy Birthday on October 5 to my oldest grandson, Gavin, who will be 9 years old. He is a fun-lov-
iing kid who lloves sports, tthe outdoors, a and is a big help tto Grandma. K Kids grow up so ffast! Have a fun b birthday Gavin! Happy Birthd day wishes go tto my nephews, K Keagan who Gavin. will be 12 years old on October 5, Phillip who will be 9 years old on October 6, and Reid who will be 6 years old on October 6. Enjoy your special day boys! Also, Happy 10th Anniversary to my niece and nephew-in-law, Lisa and Ricky, on October 10. Enjoy your day! Despite the cool, wet weather conditions this past weekend, I enjoyed many activities outdoors. Friday night I went to the Luck/Frederic football game. Saturday early morning to Unity for Gavin and Bentley’s flag football game. At noon on Saturday we gathered together for a Kuhl Family ATV/UTV ride to the playground by Poskin. All Summer we talked about having a group ride but never found time to do it so we decided no matter what the weather was, we were going. We had 8 machines and 14 riders…very fun! Saturday night we had the 2nd Annual Family Hayride at my brother and sister-in-laws house. Down the road, through the fields, and back for a delicious supper. The old tractors did a great job pulling the wagons. Sunday afternoon we went to the annual Fall celebration at the Heritage Center in New Richmond. It’s always fun to stroll around the little town they have built at the Heritage Center, and visit/tour the church, houses, store, and blacksmith shop. Now that was a busy but fun weekend! Have a great week…good luck with your Fall projects!
Kaylnn By: Larry Phillipson 9-12-2018 I have known her for a little while, She always had the sweetest smile. I am too old to get romantic, To give it a try would be idiotic. I am old in years but young in mind, I am thankful to be one of that kind. I think of the energy that I used to possess, All the days I experienced with little stress. As the annals of time keep passing by, Like the rest, she will find a guy. I used to hear pretty words years ago, Those were my days of gold. Larry Phillipson is a poet laureate of Amery, Wisconsin
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'Making a Murderer' sequel set to premiere Oct. 19 MADISON, Wis. (AP) — A sequel to the popular “Making a Murderer” documentary series about a Wisconsin murder case is set to premiere Oct. 19 on Netflix. The first “Making a Murderer” recounted the story of Steven Avery and his nephew, Brendan Dassey, who were convicted in the 2005 slaying of Wisconsin photographer Teresa Halbach. Avery and Dassey are serving life sentences in the killing. Halbach's remains were found in the Avery family's Manitowoc County salvage yard. Avery insists police framed him. Dassey has argued detectives coerced him into confessing that he helped Avery rape and kill Halbach. The documentary won Avery and Dassey legions of fans and spurred demands for their release. The 10-episode sequel, “Making a Murderer Part 2,” will follow their appeals. The premiere date is Dassey's birthday. The Northern Lakes Center for the Arts presents
Netflix says Emmy-winning filmmakers Laura Ricciardi and Moira Demos had “exclusive access” to Avery, Dassey, the men's family members and their legal teams. It says the second season explores the “emotional toll” the appeals take on all of them. Dassey was 16 years old when he confessed to Wisconsin authorities. His attorneys argued that he is borderline intellectually disabled and that police manipulated him into confessing, but the U.S. Supreme Court refused without comment to take his case in June. One of Dassey's attorneys has said the fight to win him a new trial will continue. Avery was denied his request for a new trial last October. Avery's attorney said she planned to present new evidence and new testimony, but a judge found no grounds to warrant a new trial. Avery is appealing for a new trial. The first multi-part “Making a Murderer” debuted in 2015, sparking conjecture about the pair's innocence. Those who worked on the cases said the filmmakers left out key pieces of evidence and presented a biased view, but Ricciardi and Demos defended their work.
“The Creativity Found in Past Exhibits” The opening of a display featuring local artists’ creativity as found in past exhibits. This exhibit will extend through November 15.
Friday, October 5 - 7:30 p.m.
The Northern Lakes Center for the Arts 113 Elm St. - Amery, Wisconsin - (715) 268-6811 Admission to art show openings is free of charge.
Swedish Fall Dinner, Craft and Bake Sale
Amery VFW 730 N. Wisconsin Ave., Amery
Progressive Jackpot Your share is over $1,495
Bar Open 4 p.m.-? Thursdays & Fridays HAPPY HOUR 4-6 p.m. Only $1.50 beer during Happy Hour (Reg. $2.25)
Swedish meatballs, real mashed potatoes and gravy, sweet potatoes, corn, cranberries, coleslaw, rolls, homemade pie and beverage Adults $9; Children 5 to 10 $5; 4 and under free
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$3 A BAG Your donations of clean, good condition books, DVDs and CDs gratefully accepted. (No encyclopedias, Reader’s Digest, textbooks or VHS tapes, please.)
THE BIG GARAGE SALE Friday, Oct. 5 • 8-5 Saturday, Oct. 6 • 9-? Huge selection of beer collectables - signs, neons, flags, beer glasses, Tapper knobs and handles. Miller Leinenkugel’s, Packer cooler, golf club travel bag, small refrigerator-like new, fall/ winter clothing, gas powered air compressor, Craftsman radian arm saw, lots of misc. RAIN OR SHINE!
Gun Show Buy - Sell - Trade - Browse
Friday, Oct. 5, 3-7 pm Saturday, Oct. 6, 9 am-3 pm
BROTHER’S EVENT CENTER, 730 Hwy. 8 & 63, Turtle Lake All proceeds go to new equipment & scholarships
Sunday, October 14
Amery Community Center 608 Harriman Ave. S. Amery, Wisconsin
Vintage Jewelry–never worn Buy 2 items/Get 1 Free (lowest priced item free)
1000+ Fashion Jewelry Items $5-$10 14KT Gold • Black Hills Gold • Sterling Silver Precious Stones Ring Boxes • P.E. Stands Leather Purses Travel Cases
CASH ONLY
ANNUAL FALL
CHICKEN DINNER & RAFFLE Sun., Oct. 7 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Mass 10:30 a.m. Chicken, Mashed Potatoes & Gravy, Squash, Green Beans, Cranberries, Roll, Pie, Beverage Ages 13 & Up $9 • 5-12 $6 4 & Under Free ST. JOHN’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 811 Fourth Street • Clear Lake (Handicapped Accessible)
No one admitted under the age of 18 unless accompanied by an adult
Harvest Dinner
CHRISTMAS IN OCTOBER SALE Sarah Coventry Jewelry
ADMISSION $5 PER PERSON FOR BOTH DAYS
11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. 1115 Mains Crossing, Amery
Thurs. Oct. 4, 4-7 Sat. Oct. 6, 9-2 AMERY AREA PUBLIC LIBRARY
TURTLE LAKE FIRE DISTRICT’S
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 7 Balsam Lutheran Church
MONTHLY BOOK SALE
510 95th Street Amery
BINGO Every Thursday 6:30 p.m.
Thrift/Garage SALES
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11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Ham, Scalloped Potatoes, Corn, Squash, Coleslaw, Rolls, Pie, Beverage
Deronda Lutheran Church 1239 65th Ave., Cty. Rd. F, Amery
“Villkommen To An Authentic German Menu and Oktoberfest Beers”
Oktoberfest Specials! Wednesday, September 19 through Wednesday, October 31 Osso Buco Pork - Slow-roasted in sauerkraut Sauerbraten - Marinated roast beer & gravy German Platter - Pork Schnitzel, sausage All entrees include: Buttered spaetzel, red cabbage, sauerkraut, German potato salad, soup, salad bar and dessert
FREE WILL OFFERING
BAKE SALE & EXPO Saturday, October 6 • 10 am - 3 pm Theme Baskets • Lunch Available
Little Falls Lutheran Church 1272 44th Avenue • Amery, Wisconsin ANNUAL TOM BREKKE MEMORIAL
Saturday, Oct. 13
FRIDAY FISH FRY & PRIME RIB SATURDAY PRIME RIB SUNDAY BREAKFAST 10 A.M. - 1 P.M.
3-7 p.m.
AMERY AREA COMMUNITY CENTER
RESERVE NOW FOR HOLIDAY PARTIES!
608 Harriman Ave. S, Amery
Live Music featuring Cattail Moon 3-6 p.m. PORK CHOPS & BRATS provided by Amery Lions Club BEER, POP & COFFEE AVAILABLE
POOL TOURNAMENT Register by calling 715-268-6605
One mile north of Amery on Hwy. 46, 1/2 mile west on Cty. Rd. H 715-268-8774
FREE WILL OFFERING
All donations will be matched by Cardinal LG!
SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS: PLATINUM: Cardinal Glass, Cattail Moon; GOLD: Dick’s Fresh Market, Amtec Inc. and St. Croix Casino; SILVER: Milt Johnson and Chet Johnson Drug & Ellie’s Ice Cream Shop; BRONZE: Birch Street Bar, Forrest Inn, Amery Meat Market, Amery Chevrolet, Apple River TV & Appliance, Connecting Point, Bremer Bank, Riverbend Assisted Living, Noah Insurance Group and Amery Free Press.
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AREA BOWLING SCORES Club 53 Bar & Lanes, Amery
MONDAY NIGHT MEN High games: Gary Nottom 202, Rod Gehrman 204, Rico Lopez 203, Bob Albee 205. High series: Gary Nottom 577, Rod Gehrman 584, Jim Swanson 583, Bob Albee 565. TUESDAY NIGHT MEN High games: Jan Knutson 233, Will Schaffer 236-203, Bill Peterson 231, Wade Prindle 204-234-265, Scott Jensen 247, Scott Sorenson 235-256-236. High series: Will Schaffer 624, Bill Peterson 621, Wade Prindle 703, Scott Jensen 608, Scott Sorenson 727. WEDNESDAY NIGHT MEN High games: Lee Gorres 203, Beau Gorres 259-204-247, Jerod Wollan 233-252-213, Tyler Kilkoyne 214, Lee Jones 207-225, Billy Vierkandt 208-202. High series: Lyle Kahler 561, Beau Gorres 710, Nate Webb 550, Jerod Wollan 698, Tyler Kilkoyne 556, Lee Jones 624, Billy Vierkandt 578. THURSDAY-FRIDAY NIGHT WOMEN Division 1
Better Self Wellness ......................42.5 Amery Fire Department ...................35 Northwest Communications ......... 34 Division 2 Chet Johnson Drug ............................44 Bremer ................................................42.5 Club 53 ................................................... 42 High games: Jodi Chelberg 181, April Boe 170, Alyssa Slocum 170, Lori Smith 167, Gail Peterson 164, Anna Anderson 158, Becky Ausen 157-155, Pam Humpal 157-152, Linda Mullendore 157, Nicki Pettay 154, Leslie Hessler 154, Sandra Jensen 152, Jeri Cook 152, Karen Gorres 152, Andrea Karpenski 151. High series: Jodi Chelberg 460, Becky Ausen 447, Pam Humpal 438, Alyssa Slocum 430, Karen Gorres 426.
Spare Time Bowling, Turtle Lake M0NDAY NIGHT LADIES Week 6 of 28 Countyline Dairy................................. 38 Bowlin Buddies....................................32 Becker’s Trucking .................................31 Clear Lake Auto ....................................31 No Wick’s Moravitz .............................25
Austad’s Super Valu...........................22 Little Debbies ........................................21 Spare Time............................................ 16 High games: Connie Graber 187, Lori Larson 199, Gwen Johannsen 179-176, Brenda Levine 193-192, Judy Ullom 190, Orreen Nottom 175. High series: Brenda Levine 548, Lori Larson 510, Gwen Johannsen 508. TUESDAY NIGHT LADIES Week 4 of 29 Red Cedar Accounting .......................22 Range Fire Department .................... 19 The Dead End’s .................................... 18 Charlie’s Place ...................................... 16 Sexy Mama’s ........................................ 16 Spare Time............................................ 14 Citizen State Bank .............................. 14 True Value................................................9 High games: Sherri Munkelwitz 223, Renee Glowe 209, Lori Larson 192, Cheryl Harshman 188, Mitzi Hawkins 179, Heidi VanHeuklom 177, Joy Cap 174, Marlys Lauritsen 171. High series: Sherri Munkelwitz 573, Renee Glowe 549, Lori Larson 539, Cheryl Harshman 524, Mitzi Hawkins 476, Heidi VanHeuklom 456, Debra Johnson 452, Joy Cap 445.
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FEMA officials assess Wisconsin flood damage MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Federal Emergency Management Agency officials are touring Wisconsin to assess damage in communities that were hit by flooding and tornadoes in August. Five FEMA teams are assessing damage to public infrastructure and homes in order to determine whether Wisconsin qualifies for federal disaster aid, Wisconsin Public Radio reported. The assistance process can be lengthy but the agency wants to ensure people have time to gather evidence of damage, said Pam Saulsby, a spokeswoman for FEMA. “When you consider the magnitude of a particular disaster and the sometimes record number of people who are applying for assistance, then we do beg for patience,” she said. “We have staff who are tested and trained in getting people on the other side of disasters. But every case is different and we want to take time with people who need more time to get all of this processed.” Wisconsin officials estimate there's more than $108 million in residential storm damage and $75 million in public infrastructure damage.
La Crosse County Emergency Management Director Keith Butler said he believes the state will meet FEMA's public assistance program requirement, which would help repair public infrastructure such as roads and bridges. But Butler said he's unsure if the county will qualify for the agency's individual assistance program. “If we don't have enough major destruction, then you can't call that a national disaster. That's a local disaster. And that's hard, it's hard
to look at peoples' faces and say it was bad, but it wasn't bad enough,” Butler said. Jessica Johnson, who lives near the La Crosse-Vernon County line, said flood waters shifted her mobile home's foundation and damaged her property and cars. “There isn't money set aside just to fix something like this,” she said. “I was hoping for something. I've been calling every number I can find to try to figure out what resources there are.”
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REGULAR MEETING Town of Clear Lake
The Regular meeting of the Town of Clear Lake will be held at the Town Shop on Monday, October 8, 2018, at 7 p.m. AGENDA: 1. Meeting called to order 2. Reading and approval of last meeting’s minutes 3. Treasurer’s Report 4. Chairman’s Report 5. Approve payment of monthly bills 6. Ordinance Commission Report 7. Old Business: None 8. New Business: None 9. Road Maintenance 10. Adjourned Janelle Johnson, Town Clerk
STATE OF WISCONSIN, CIRCUIT COURT, POLK COUNTY In the Matter of the Estate of Walter W. Moskal Notice to Creditors (Informal Administration) Case No. 18PR66 PLEASE TAKE NOTICE: 1. An application for informal administration was filed. 2. The decedent, with date of birth July 23, 1928 and date of death August 27, 2018 was domiciled in Polk County, State of Wisconsin, with a mailing address of 283 Golf Dr. Apt. 19, Clear
Lake, WI 54005. 3. All interested persons waived notice. 4. The deadline for filing a claim against the decedent’s estate is December 19, 2018. 5. A claim may be filed at the Polk County Courthouse, Balsam Lake, Wisconsin, Room 500. Jenell L. Anderson Probate Registrar Sept. 10, 2018 Terri R. Moe 448 25th Avenue Clear Lake, WI 54005 715-263-2491 (Sept. 18, 25 and Oct. 2)
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The City of Amery is seeking public participation in the Strategic Planning process. Strategic Planning involves setting goals, creating a vision, and developing a comprehensive register of the key issues confronting the City as well as developing a perspective on the resolution of the issues to chart a course for future planning and implementation. We invite you to join City Consultant Patrick Ibarra of The Mejorando Group on Tuesday, October 16th, 2018 at 1:30 p.m. or 7:00 p.m. at the Amery Area Community Center at 308 Harriman Avenue South to contribute to the process. WNAXLP
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MONTHLY MEETING To be held October 8, 2018, at 7 p.m. at the District Of¿ce located at 777 South Shore Drive. AGENDA 1. Monthly of¿cers report 2. Old business 3. New business 4. Any other business that may be brought before the board. Dennis Badman, Secretary WNAXLP
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D. P. Doroff, D.D.S. J. J. Lampi, D.D.S. A. G. Ott, D.D.S. T. P. VanSomeren, D.D.S. 404 Wisconsin Ave. Amery, Wis. Phone 715-268-7177
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Christopherson BYRNES LAW OFFICE Eye Clinic 123 Keller Ave. N, Amery, WI 54001 Monday-Friday 8 a.m.-5 p.m. 341 Keller Ave. N Amery, Wis. 54001 Phone 715-268-2020
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Novitzke, Gust, Sempf, Whitley and Bergmanis Attorneys-at-Law
DON PAUL NOVITZKE (1937-2004) JASON W. WHITLEY GERALD N. GUST *ERIK M. BERGMANIS *TIMOTHY T. SEMPF 314 Keller Ave. N., Ste. 200, Amery, Wisconsin 54001 Phone 715-268-6130 *Licensed in Minnesota and Wisconsin
Richard A. Davis, CPA Dirk A. Prindle, CPA Margo A. Rosen, CPA Roger Van Someren, CPA Abby L. Williamson, CPA Cathy A. Gille, CPA, MN Adam P. Honl, CPA Susan L. Hartman, CPA 301 Keller Ave. S, Amery WI Business: (715) 268-7999 Fax (715) 268-4161 www.carlsonsv.com
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Shown (L to R): Lynn Eischens, Burnett Dairy Office Manager Ag Services Division, Dan Severson, Burnett Dairy Feed & Energy Division Manager, and Angela Moulton, Salvation Army Media and Fundraising Manager.
Salvation Army receives donation from Burnett Dairy Cooperative
Angela Moulton of the Salvation Army accepted a $2,000 charitable donation from Burnett Dairy Cooperative of Grantsburg, Wis., on September 19th. The donation is comprised of Burnett Dairy’s contribution of $1,000 with matching funds provided by CoBank’s Sharing Success program. The funds will help support the Salvation Army Backpack Program of Polk and Burnett Counties. “Their donation will help families in need,” Moulton says. “With the help of numerous volunteers, churches and organizations, we fill more than 500 backpacks each week during the school year for 10 school districts throughout Polk and Burnett counties. We thank Burnett Dairy Cooperative and CoBank for their support.” Each backpack contains a dinner, breakfast, snack, fruit, and vegetable. The backpacks are meant to supplement food in homes over the weekend when children are not in school. Giving back to those in need has been a longstanding cooperative principle for Burnett Dairy. They are honored to partner with CoBank and donate to such a worthy cause.
NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING ABSENTEE VOTING TO BE ADMINISTERED Absentee voting will be administered at the following facilities on the below listed dates and times: October 15, 2018 9:00 a.m. at Riverbend 475 Golfview Lane October 15, 2018 at 10:45 a.m. at Willow Ridge 400 Deronda Street October 16, 2018 at 9:00 a.m.at Golden Age Manor 220 Scholl Court October 16, 2018 at 10:45 a.m. at Amery Memory Care 215 Birch Street Special Voting Deputies appointed by the City of Amery will be administering absentee voting for the residents of City Nursing homes and Community Based Residential Facilities on the above dates, times, and place. Should subsequent visits be necessary they shall be the following day. Any qualified elector who is unable or unwilling to appear at the polling place on Election Day may request to vote an absentee ballot. A qualified elector is any US citizen, who will be 18 years of age or older on Election Day, who has resided in the ward or municipality where he or she wishes to vote for at least ten (10) consecutive days before the election. The elector must also be registered in order to receive an absentee ballot. Only observers from each of the two recognized political parties whose candidates for governor or president received the greatest number of votes in the municipality at the most recent general election may accompany the deputies to each facility where absentee voting will take place. The observers may observe the process of absentee ballot distribution in the common areas of the home, facility, or complex. Each party wishing to have an observer present shall submit the name of the observer to the City Clerk not later than the close of business on the last business day prior to the visit. Family members of residents may be present at the time of voting. If you have further questions, please contact: Frances Duncanson, Clerk City of Amery 118 Center St W Amery, WI 54001 715-268-3411 Fran.duncanson@amerywi.gov WNAXLP
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Polk County Platbooks for sale at the Amery Free Press Join Our Team We are growing! Amery Memory Care is accepting applications for:
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Dietary Aide PT afternoon/evening shifts Please contact Jeff F. for details. ALL POSITIONS INCLUDE EVERY OTHER WEEKEND
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Fabricators - Press Brake or Burn Table 2nd Shift â&#x20AC;˘ $18 - $25 per hour DOQ Excellent BeneďŹ ts â&#x20AC;&#x201D; New Hire Bonus
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HELP WANTED Full-Time Day Shift Health Care Products Production Core Products International, Inc. in Osceola, WI is looking for GREAT people to be a part of our progressive company. We are a leading manufacturer of health care, orthopedic and comfort care products with sales worldwide. We have immediate opportunities for full-time employees. The hours are 6:00 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. Pay starts at $13.00 per hour with the opportunity to earn incentive pay after 30 days of employment. We offer our employees: Fun Working Environment Incentive Program Advancement Opportunities We also offer tuition reimbursement; life, health & dental insurance, Employee Stock Ownership Plan, 401k, vacation/ holiday pay and more. We take pride in our employees and our customers. If you are interested in working with us, apply in person or send resume to Core Products Intâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;l, Inc., Attn: Human Resources, 808 Prospect Ave. Osceola, WI 54020. You may also email your resume to: cpeltier@coreproducts.com.
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Maintenance tasks include electrical work, welding, equipment repair, pneumaĆ&#x;cs, pump repair, motor troubleshooĆ&#x;ng, advanced mechanics, waste water controls, computerized operaĆ&#x;ng systems, HVAC and high pressure steam systems. PLC knowledge a plus. 2+ years maintenance experience in a Dairy seĆŤng required. Why work for us? â&#x20AC;˘ CompeĆ&#x;Ć&#x;ve wages (starĆ&#x;ng rate dependent upon experience) â&#x20AC;˘ Comprehensive beneÄŽt package â&#x20AC;˘ Great vacaĆ&#x;on plan â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 3-wk vacaĆ&#x;on accrual year one! â&#x20AC;˘ ReĆ&#x;rement plan with company contribuĆ&#x;on â&#x20AC;˘ A history of stability and security â&#x20AC;&#x201C; no layoÄŤs or downsizing!
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Baldwin Care Center Campus is seeking qualiďŹ ed applicants for the following positions: Baldwin Care Center, 650 Birch Street, Baldwin â&#x20AC;˘ Part-time RN/LPN for Day Shift (6:30 a.m. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 3 p.m.) â&#x20AC;˘ Full-time RN/LPN for PM Shift Nurse Manager (2:30 p.m. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 11 p.m.) â&#x20AC;˘ Full-time RN/LPN for Night Shift (10:30 p.m. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 7 a.m.)
$3,000 SIGN ON BONUS for Professional Nursing Staff! â&#x20AC;˘ Full-time, part-time and Casual Call CNAs for all three shifts. â&#x20AC;˘ Part-time or Full-time Medication Aide for PM Shift (2:30 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 11:00) *Want to get paid to go to the CNA training course? We will pay your wages while you are attending class. Please contact Denise Hague, Director of Nursing at 715-684-3231, #1, Baldwin Care Center, 650 Birch Street, Baldwin, WI. â&#x20AC;˘ Full-time Cook Day/PM Shift (6 a.m. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 2 p.m. & 12:30 p.m. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 7 p.m) Please contact Danielle Lausted, RD, Dietary Manager at 715-684-3231, #1, Baldwin Care Center, 650 Birch Street, Baldwin, WI. â&#x20AC;˘ Part-time Resident Assistant for Night Shift (12 a.m. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 8 a.m.) every other weekend â&#x20AC;˘ Casual Call Resident Assistant Please contact Tammy Casey, Nurse Manager, Birch Haven Assisted Living at 715-684-3231, #2, 640 Elm Street, Baldwin, WI.
Onsite training available for Resident Assistants
$1,000 SIGN ON BONUS for all positions available!
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To place your help wanted ad in the Amery Free Press call Jamie 715-268-8101 Golden Age Manor in Amery, WI would like you on our team!
Career Opportunity Maintenance Assistant Full-Ɵme – Wage depends on qualificaƟons 37.5 hours per week Under the direct supervision of the Building Maintenance Engineer, this posiƟon entails manual labor associated with, but not limited to, maintaining building envelope, grounds, heaƟng venƟlaƟon, air-condiƟoning, kitchen appliances, plumbing, sprinkler system, fire protecƟon, electrical systems (including 208 volt three-phase, 480 three-phase), vehicles and laundry. When necessary, this individual will perform various janitorial funcƟons, and assists the Building Maintenance Engineer in all aspects of his/her responsibiliƟes, assuming these responsibiliƟes in their absence.
WELDERS - FITTERS 1st or 2nd Shift • $19 - $28 per hour NEW Pay Scale — New Hire Bonus
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YOU MUST COMPLETE AN ON-LINE APPLICATION TO BE ELIGIBLE. For complete job descripƟon, posiƟon requirements, applicaƟon, and details please visit our website at www.co.polk.wi.us, Employment OpportuniƟes. AA/EEOC
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Farm Table Restaurant in Amery, WI has a full time Line Cook Position w/benefits available immediately. Farm Table Restaurant, located in downtown Amery, works to bring local farm produce and proteins directly to the table of our community. Visit www.farmtablefoundation.org to learn more.
Starting at $15 per hour • $2 wage differential for weekend hours LRHI is seeking enthusiastic staff to work with DD Adults demonstrating a wide range of abilities. CNA experience preferred! Shifts available ~ Awake overnights, afternoon/evenings, weekends & on/call status To schedule an interview, contact Scott at 651-257-2211 or by email: cclinnea@gmail.com
To apply please call or email Melissa 715-268-8171 mmcardle@rphfcorp.com
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Farm Table Restaurant in Amery, WI has a full time Prep Cook/Dishwasher Position w/benefits available immediately. Farm Table Restaurant, located in downtown Amery, works to bring local farm produce and proteins directly to the table of our community. Visit www.farmtablefoundation. org to learn more. Our busy restaurant is looking for a Prep Cook/ Dishwasher who can help our kitchen staff with the prepping of ingredients in our recipes and keeping a clean sanitized kitchen. We will train the right person. We are seeking an individual who is committed to the foundation and has a strong belief in our mission.
TO APPLY: Call 715-268-3486 or Apply in person at Farm Table Restaurant
Check us out at www.isomicro.com
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Mold Set Up Technician
Call 715-268-3486 or Apply in person at Farm Table Restaurant
• GREAT PAY • FLEXIBLE HOURS • PAID TRAINING • NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY For more information: please call Amy or Zach at 715-986-2888 or email amy.williamson@kobussen.com or zach.czech@kobussen.com
Full-time Activity Assistant
Hiring! Part Time Direct Care Staff
Our busy restaurant is looking for a Line Cook who can help prepare meals as per our specific recipes. The successful candidate will be responsible for creating menu items for our customers and keeping a sanitized work area. We will train the right person. We are seeking an individual who is committed to the foundation and has a strong belief in our mission.
SCHOOL AND COACH BUS DRIVERS TURTLE LAKE TERMINAL
has the following opening:
Position available immediately. Includes every other weekend.
Deadline to apply: October 7, 2018 Full- me posi ons offer a comprehensive benefit package, including par cipa on in the Wisconsin Re rement program for government employees and op onal health, dental and vision insurance. Polk County promotes the health and well-being of their employees with opportuni es to support your level of involvement in a Worksite Wellness Program.
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Four 10-hour days Mon-Thurs. Eve Shift 3:00 p.m. - 1:30 a.m. The Mold Set Up Technician is responsible for ensuring the safe and efficient operation of plastic injection machinery. • • • • •
Min 2 yrs. exp. with Plastic Injection set up, start up, and mold change over Min 2 yrs. exp. troubleshooting plastic injection molds and machines Proficiency with plastic resins and resin drying systems Exp. training injection mold operators and ensuring quality systems Ability to make mechanical decisions with minimal supervision TO APPLY: Email resume and cover letter to: cjohnson@isotool.com Isometric Micro Molding 240 Wisconsin Drive New Richmond, WI 54017 EOE
Nolato Contour is part of the medical division of Nolato, a Swedish based company. Located in Baldwin Wisconsin, we specialize in injection molding and assembly of plastic and silicone for medical/pharma customers. In addition, Nolato Contour works closely with surrounding high schools/colleges to engage students in the work that we do. For employees we offer competitive compensation/benefit package including a matching 401(k) plan, 96 hours of PTO, 2 weeks paid vacation, medical/dental/vision plans and life insurance. Nolato Contour offers top-of-the-line training and infinite career potential for employees. As a rapidly growing manufacturer, Nolato is actively looking for employees with multiple levels of skill. We hope you find an interest in working with our team and Nolato Contour looks forward to hearing from you! CURRENT OPENINGS: Process Technician Responsibilities: Set up and troubleshoot molds in a variety of molding machines. Follow and document process parameters to ensure repeatable results. Set up tools and work cells in a safe, efficient manner. Schedule: This position has a 2-2-3 schedule; 2 days working, 2 days off, 3 days working. These are 12-hour night shifts. Work 3 days one week and 4 days next week – have every other weekend off. Qualifications: Minimum 2 years’ experience as a Process Technician required. Ability to set up and cycle injection molding machines. Must have knowledge of auxiliary equipment, engineering resins and reading blueprints. Must have good communication skills and the ability to follow procedures. Job type: Full-time Production Specialist Responsibilities: Operate an injection molding machine, perform secondary operations with specific instructions using a variety of tools and to inspect, label and package parts as they are molded. Schedule: This position is looking for 3rd shift, 11pm7:30am, 5 days a week. Also, for a 2-2-3 schedule; 2 days working, 2 days off, 3 days working. They are 12-hour shifts from either 7:00AM-7:30PM or 7:00PM-7:30AM. Work 3 days one week and 4 days next week – have every other weekend off. OR 12-hour Saturday/Sunday every weekend or every other weekend. Qualifications: Must be able to read, follow work instructions and have basic math skills. Must be an ambitious, quality minded, and self-motivated individual that can work in a team environment. Must have good attendance. High School diploma or equivalent desired. Job type: Full-time Please stop in to complete an application or submit a resume to: Nolato Contour Attn: Human Resources 660 VandeBerg Rd., Baldwin, WI 54002 Fax: 715-684-2705 Email: April.Robelia@nolato.com
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• Residential & Commercial • New Construction Clean-Up
215 Power St., Amery ppsi@amerytel.net
Apply: -In store at McDonald’s of Amery -Online at: mcdonalds.com/careers -Text: APPLY34311 to 36453
Educational or Management Background Strong Work Ethic Positions available in: Amery River Falls New Richmond Responsibilities: Supervise Staff Operations Production of Product Deliver Outstanding Customer Service Advancement Opportunities and Exceptional Benefits If you are up to the challenge, send a cover letter to: Management Opportunities P.O. Box 284 River Falls, WI 54022
One Call Cleans It All!
Publishers Printing Service
Competitive Starting Wage Excellent Benefits: Medical, Dental, Life Ins., Meal Allotment & Paid Breaks Requires a responsible person with strong work ethics
Full-time. Start immediately.
—ALMENA AND SURROUNDING AREA—
Part-time
1st & 3rd Shift Janitorial Positions Available
Wastewater Land Applicators
We cannot funcƟon without great employees—talented, caring professionals
Meal Site Aide SubsƟtute Milltown & Amery Causal/Non-Exempt PosiƟon Wage: $10.42 Ideal part-Ɵme work if interested in only weekday mornings Assists with preparing and providing meals and acƟviƟes at the local Elderly NutriƟon Program at the Senior Dining Sites. Our meal sites oīer meals on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday. (7:30am-12:30pm). Requires Wisconsin Food Manager CerƟĮcaƟon, we provide training to be cerƟĮed within 6 months Deadline to apply: October 16, 2018
Fiscal Support Specialist
Polk County Government Center
Full-Ɵme - Non-Exempt PosiƟon
Wage: $17.39 hour
This posiƟon is responsible for maintaining accurate accounƟng records of receipts and disbursements within the county. DuƟes include performance of a variety of complex clerical and technical tasks including basic bookkeeping, payroll and accounƟng tasks. QualiĮcaƟons include an Associate’s degree in AccounƟng or business administraƟon and 3 years of related experience; an equivalence of educaƟon and experience may be considered.
CNA
Part Time Days & Nights New Wage Scale and shift differentials Call Nicole 715-483-9815
Deadline to apply: October 16, 2018
Social Worker - Targeted Case Manager
Polk County Government Center
Full-Ɵme - Non-Exempt PosiƟon
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, race religion, marital status, color, genetic information, age, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, veteran status or other protected status. 15-G0954
Depends on QualiĮcaƟons
This posiƟon is responsible for providing a variety of direct and indirect services to clients with mental illness and/or substance abuse concerns. These clients may be under mental health or drug commitments and either living in, or returning to the community. Much of the acƟviƟes of the posiƟon will involve work with the client family, other service providers, including various community agenciesMust be a Wisconsin CerƟĮed Social Worker, may consider an individual who is eligible and cerƟĮed within 2 years of hire. Deadline to apply: October 23, 2018
St. Croix Family Dentistry 230 S. Washington St. St. Croix Falls, WI
YOU MUST COMPLETE AN ON-LINE APPLICATION TO BE ELIGIBLE. For complete job descripƟon, posiƟon requirements, applicaƟon, and details please visit our website at www.co.polk.wi.us, Employment OpportuniƟes. AA/EEOC
Milk Hauler Wanted
HOME DAILY NO WEEKEND WORK!
Pickard Trucking
W O N G N I HIR
Amery, WI
Full-time Class A CDL and Tanker Endorsement required 12 hour days Contact Bill at 651-247-3216
Join our Team!
Now Hiring Part Time RN St. Croix Falls location
Call 715-483-1707 or apply in person 343 McKenney St., St. Croix Falls
N&M Transfer is hiring SEMI-DRIVERS to work at our terminal in Baldwin, WI. This full-time position will be responsible for linehauling freight to Neenah, WI on a nightly basis, S-Th, or working daily, M-F, making multiple local deliveries and pick-ups. • • • •
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Home daily and no weekend work! Well-maintained equipment, All Day-Cabs! Excellent wages – Averaging $60,000 - $65,000 annually! Outstanding benefit package including: Medical, dental, vision, flexible spending, disability and paid life insurance Paid holidays and vacations 401 (k) Plan
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Furnished uniforms Safety awards and Accident-Free Mileage Bonus
Driver Qualifications include: • Minimum 21 years of age • Class A CDL • Willing to obtain hazmat and tanker endorsements • Valid DOT Physical • Satisfactory driving and work record
If you are interested in driving semi for a premier and financially stable company, call us today or visit our website for an application!
2106 47th Avenue • Baldwin, WI 54002 • 1-800-236-4463 • www.nmtransfer.com EOE
1ST AND 2ND SHIFT PRODUCTION 3RD SHIFT SANITATION MAINTENANCE Competitive Employee Benefit Package Includes
MEDICAL, DENTAL, 401k Apply today at our office:
ONE SNACK LANE, MINONG, WI or call Human Resources at 715.466.6690 for more information. EEO/AA Employer M/F/D/V | VEVRAA Federal Contractor
36 AMERY FREE PRESS
OCTOBER 2, 2018 www.theameryfreepress.com
Less weeds equals more recreation Dale Richardson, Operations Manager, Apple River Protection and Rehabilitation District, recently shared his annual Apple River Weed Harvesting Report. It sounds as if weed harvesting efforts are paying off. “Following last winter’s cold temperatures and heavy snow cover, this spring’s crop of Curlyleaf Pondweed, an invasive species, which grows over the winter under the ice and reaches its peak a few weeks after ice-out, was a bit slower to grow,” reports Dale Richardson, Operations Manager, Apple River Protection and Rehabilitation District. He also said, “As a result, we began harvesting operations on May 21th, which is about a week later than normal. We also found that the Curlyleaf was less dense than usual so our tonnage was lower than we normally find. As we got into late spring/
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Weed harvesting on the Apple River has eneded for another season. For the second year in a row, the total amount of weeds harvested has declined.
summer, the Curlyleaf died off and the Coontail came in right on schedule.” The Apple River weed harvesting continued throughout
the summer and early fall and ceased operations on September 12th. Richards reported that this is normal timing. “In total, we were on the wa-
ter for 69 days (about normal) this season and harvested a total of 1,575,639 pounds of weeds which is about 5% lower than last year. This was
our sixth full year of weed harvesting operations and we’ve seen a steady decline in volume of weeds brought in each year so we believe that we’re really making a difference”, reported Richardson. He mentioned that they also see each year that there are more and more new docks out and more new pontoon boats parked at residences all up and down the flowage. Also, They notice much more recreational boat traffic throughout the season. Richardson said, “This tells us that people are really starting to enjoy being on the River once again. Many thanks go out to our primary operators Dave Schleusner, Dean Swanson, and Rich Gregerson for all their hard work this season. We really appreciate it.”
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204 Keller Avenue N. Amery, WI 54001 Phone 715-268-8121
Cumberland Healthcare Medical Clinic 1110 Seventh Avenue Cumberland, WI 54829 (715) 822-7500
265 Griffin St. E Amery, Wisconsin Phone 715-268-5670
Cumberland Healthcare Hospital 1110 Seventh Avenue Cumberland, WI 54829 (715) 822-7200
Cumberland Healthcare Turtle Lake Center 632 US Highway 8 Turtle Lake, WI 54889 (715) 986-2022
265 Griffin Street East Amery, WI 54001 715-268-8000 Clear Lake Clinic 357 Third Avenue Clear Lake, WI 54005 715-263-3100
Luck Clinic 137 First Avenue Luck, WI 54853 715-472-2177
Turtle Lake Clinic 550 Martin Avenue Turtle Lake, WI 54889 715-986-4101