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More music in the summer air

New look, same great service

BY APRIL ZIEMER EDITOR@THEAMERYFREEPRESS.COM

If you are in need of a warm thought to carry you through the upcoming frigid days, a bit of information shared at November’s City Council meeting might be just what you are looking for. Woody McBride spoke to attendees of the council meeting and announced that in 2020 with partnership from The City of Amery, an exciting new weekly Summer Concert Series at Michael Park Pavilion will be starting called “Summer Wednesdays.” After growing up as an event producer at the legendary First Avenue Music Club in Minneapolis, McBride moved to the St. Croix Valley in 2001. He said, “The beauty and opportunity in the area helped me cultivate a wonderful business producing public events in The Valley and greater TC Metro. Each year we produce many community events, festivals, corporate events, county fair concerts - and at the heart of what we do is producing SEE MUSIC, PAGE 2

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Shown at the newly remodeled WESTconsin $SMARTCU at Amery High School L-R: Tammy Jackson, Hannah VanSomeren, Ramona Lockwood, Michael Collins and Shari Overby.

There is something that might look a little different next to Amery High School’s office. WESTconsin Credit Union’s Amery High School (AHS) office has been in operation for more than six years. It has been recently remodeled and changed it’s name to $MARTCU. Looking back to when the school office first opened, Shari Overby, vice president of Amery’s WESTconsin Credit Union (WCU), said, “The Credit Union had offices in Menomonie, River Falls, Hudson and New Richmond. We wanted to be more connected to the students and teachers in Amery to help enhance their financial literacy program.” So far, a total of 11 students have worked at the AHS branch over the past six years. Each year, two students work at the high school office and at Amery’s main office. Current employee Hannah Van Someren said she likes working with the people at WCU and she loves the convience of the school branch. The AHS WCU’s hours are Monday, Wednesday and Friday during A, B & C Lunch blocks. Overby said, “The main focus of our high school office is to provide easily accessible financial products and service to students and staff of the school.” AHS Business education teacher Ramona SEE WESTCONSIN, PAGE 2

Clear Lake caps off perfect season with State Championship Undefeated season, check. Taking your team to the State Tournament for the JACOB MAES

The Clear Lake Volleyball team made school history Saturday when they captured the State Championship for the ﬁrst time ever .

first time ever, check. Sweeping State in six matches, check. The 2019 Clear Lake volleyball Warriors accomplished this history-making feat with a lot of sweat and even more heart. Before this year, Clear Lake volleyball had never made it past the Sectional

point. Saturday, November 9, they returned back to town as State champions after defeating Newman Catholic and taking defending state champion Catholic Central.

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Mental Health Task Force WESTCONSIN: School and WCU work hand in hand of Polk County hires new Executive Director CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1

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The Mental Health Task Force of Polk County (MHTF) announces the hiring of a new executive director to lead the organization in its mission to improve mental health in our community. Jennifer Griggs-Andress joins the MHTF beginning November 11th, 2019. She has extensive experience in community collaboration and a passion for mental health awareness. While serving as Voyagers Community Learning Center and Alcohol, Tobacco and other Drug (ATOD) Prevention Director in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin, Jennifer served on the Chippewa Health Improvement Partnership (ChiP), Voices in Prevention Steering Committee, Family Support Center Board of Directors, Chippewa Valley Technical College AODA Advisory Board, Mental Health Matters, Prevent Suicide Chippewa Valley, and the Northwoods Coalition Board of Directors. Her love of event planning combined with her passion for education and support, Jennifer Griggs-Andress led to her involvement in Task Force Executive Director many collaborative educational events, including Healthy Youth Chippewa County, Parent University, Suicide postvention training, QPR, Mental Health First Aid and Grandparents as Parents. “I am very excited to be serving as the next executive director for an amazing organization and look forward to continuing this important work and helping move the Mental Health Task Force forward so we can continue to meet the needs of Polk County.” Jennifer earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in Sociology and Social Work from the University of South Carolina and her Master of Arts in Counseling, Lakeland University. She takes over for Tom Brock, who has been with the MHTF since 2014 and is leaving the organization to pursue other professional opportunities. Jennifer looks forward to getting out into the community to meet people and connect with others who serve Polk County residents. Please feel free to reach out to Jennifer at jenniferga@mentalhealthpolk.org.

‘I am very excited to be serving as the next executive director for an amazing organization.’

Assembly panel considers mandatory cursive bill MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Wisconsin lawmakers are considering a bill that would require schools to teach cursive writing. Rep. Jeremy Theisfeldt is the bill’s chief Assembly sponsor. He told the Assembly’s state affairs committee Wednesday that writing in cursive can help children read and create neurological connections. The bill would require schools to incorporate cursive in elementary curriculums with the goal of having students write legibly in cursive by the end of fifth grade. State education officials estimate public and charter schools would have to spend between $1.7 million to $5.95 million on student materials annually and between $250,000 and $1.6 million on teacher training in at least the first year of the requirement. Voucher schools would face costs of up to $595,000 annually for materials and up to $160,000 on teacher training in the first year.

Lockwood said, “WCU has been a very active partner with our district. They are committed to helping our students prepare for their future financial decisions. WCU provides Youth Apprenticeship opportunities, funding and staff for our annual Mad City Money Financial Literacy Simulation for all AHS Juniors, Lunch and Learn Presentations during the school year, Budget or Bust Game days in our Personal Finance Classes, financial presentations in our classes, and a WCU branch in our AHS commons that is open three days a week. Students can access their WCU accounts, ask questions, and get help with their finances during the lunch periods on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays.” Tammy Jackson, WUC office manager, serves on a regional Youth Apprenticeship Advisory Committee with Lockwood, who is the Youth Apprenticeship Coordinator, to help guide the program in Northwest Wisconsin (CESA 11). Overby, Jackson, and other WCU employees have mentored student apprentices and helped answer questions for other businesses interested in the Youth Apprenticeship program.

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High School Credit Union employees Hannah VanSomeren and Michael Collins believe being responsibile with ﬁnances deserves a hi-ﬁve.

“We have an excellent relationship with WCU and we are very thankful for all they do. Our students benefit in many ways from this partnership and we are proud that our community businesses like WCU are passionate about helping our students learn and prepare for their future, “ said Lockwood. The program has been successful in assising with financial literacy and general knowledge of products

and services, as well as learning how to make real life decisions with finances. The AHS office has provided many tools for students. Overby feels it is one way WCU can be connected to Amery’s school, students, teachers and community. She said, “We are available to answer questions on finances, enhance the teaching curriculum, connect with the students and make finances fun in an educational environment.”

MUSIC: Series will feature entertainment weekly CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1

successful summer concert series’ in St. Croix Falls, Forest Lake and Barron.” McBride said after moving to an area north of Amery in 2018 from St. Croix Falls, spending time in town, meeting so many interesting creative people here and recently getting wind that there was public interest in the “weekly summer concert” concept, he was happy to put a proposal together for The City of Amery and it was a great fit. McBride said, “The city has granted us start up funds to launch the series with some remaining sponsorship fundraising to do to complete the budget to do it right. Our family business sees this as a great new chapter for the area and hopes to help community groups and other creative enterprises and businesses with the series. I am grateful and pretty dang lucky to call producing high-quality Summer Concerts and Family Fun my career - and Summer Wednesdays will be very enjoyable at your lovely band shell. That was one of the reasons The City was so excited about this idea. The excellent Michael Park Pavilion/Danielson Stage and Band shell was under utilized. Also, young families are looking for more things to do during the summer weeks.” McBride’s plans include Summer Wednesdays, which will include music, movies, food and family fun at Michael Park Pavilion. He said, “We have 13 Wednesdays to work with and will feature a wide variety of local and regional musicians, bands and performers. It is nice to have 13 weeks to cover a lot of musical and entertainment territory - Rock, country, blues, jazz, comedy, soul & funk, top-notch copy-cat tribute shows and more.” He said they are hoping to recruit local musicians and personalities to be part of the fun. “If you are out there please reach out to us. We would love to see a community band, youth performers, life long residents with talents - even if it just one song,” McBride said. The full line up will be announced in January 2020. “We will be featuring local sponsors for each week’s program and will start the sponsorship drive this month. Interested sponsors can contact mcbridewoody@aol.com or call 612-385-4598,” he said. McBride said they have tentative plans to partner with the Amery Police Department to reanimate the Kids & Family Movie Nights. These would be held hold on the third Wednesdays during the week of the

Music On The River nights. As far as food goes, McBride said, “It is nice to have food at a community event to complete the experience and we will give local groups and organizations first dibs on vending for their fund raisers and fill in the open dates with a local restaurant or food truck.” McBride said, “It is obvious to us and the City Of Amery that this is at all possible due to the hard work, great production and visioning that the Amery Community Club and Music on the River has done. The one thing I know is that the local business community, their employees and their networks of family and friends is what really drives a community happening like this. You see it at your Fall Festival and you see it at your fundraisers. Those people that work hard every day to invest in their community are the ones that really make this happen with generosity and sponsorship. Yes, we have a really nice sound system, the ability to book great talent and present it professionally but it’s this bigger partnership with private and public funds that makes it a success.”

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NOVEMBER 12 Loaded Potato Dinner The Amery HS Band Boosters will host a Loaded Potato Dinner on Tuesday, November 12 from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Amery High School before the Fall Band Concert. A LARGE baked potato “accompanied” by a “medley” of toppings, an “encore” of cupcake choices and a beverage. Topping choices: homemade chili in addition to broccoli, ham, cheese, sour cream, butter and more! Free will donation.

NOVEMBER 13 Smorgasbord On Wednesday, November 13, First Lutheran Church in Clear Lake will host their annual Smorgasbord. They will be serving from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. at 811 South Avenue W, Clear Lake. On the menu: Torsk, Swedish Meatballs, Potatis Kaiv, Potatoes, Cheese, Deviled Eggs, Jell-O Salad, Swedish Brown Beans, Cranberries, Frugt Suppe, Rice Pudding, Krum Kake, Rommegrat, Lefse, Rye Bread, Rolls, Scandinavian Delicacies and Beverages. There is a fee. There will also be a bake sale, basket raffle, general raffle and quilt raffle during the Smorgasbord.

NOVEMBER 18 Using ﬁtness to facilitate weight management and loss Learn how to focus your mindset around wellness, make physical activity fit into your day, and what science tells us is best for burning fat. Monday November 18. Two session options: 12:00-12:30 p.m. and 12:45-1:15 p.m.

NOVEMBER 20 Christian Based Cancer Support Group The next Christian Based Cancer Support Group meeting is Wednesday, November 20, 2019 at the Amery Public Library meeting room at 10 a.m. Everyone is welcome! For more information call 715-2686957.

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Fire trucks blessed A team of volunteers from the Clayton Fire Dept. attended liturgy at Holy Trinity Orthodox Church Sunday, Nov. 10, then gathered after services with parishioners as Fr. Christopher Wojcik offered a blessing on them and the two newest additions to the CFD ﬂeet. The newest trucks --a 2018 Rosenbauer pumper-tanker and 2014 Ford F150 brush truck -- boosts the department to six apparatus. The 25 volunteer members protect the Village and Township of Clayton and the northern portion of Vance Creek Township -- including Holy Trinity Church. Pictured with Wojcik is Fire Chief Don Kittelson.

NOVEMBER 21 Amery Area Historical Society November 21 activities will begin with a 2 p.m. board meeting held in the lower level of the Amery Area Public Library. The 3 p.m. membership meeting begins with a program on Patriotic Citizens of Amery: Support the WWII effort. Members and guests will be able to see our new AV equipment “in action”. Guests are always welcome at membership meetings. Questions? Call Karen at 715-268-6069.

Amery Garden Club The Amery Area Garden Club will meet Thursday, November 21 at 9:30 a.m. at the Amery Library. We will be discussing our 2019 tours as well as our own garden successes and challenges. If you are interested in flower or vegetable gardening, please join us. Call Pat at 847736-4938 for more information.

Holiday Bazaar Join us at Golden Age Manor for our annual Holiday Bazaar Thursday, November 21 from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at 220 Scholl Ct, Amery, WI 54001. There will be a bake sale, silent auction and chili feed. Eat, shop and be merry! All money raised at this event will go into the activity fund at Golden Age Manor to provide the best activities possible for our residents.

NOVEMBER 23 Help House Our Homeless Kindness is always in season. Help House Our Homeless on Saturday, November 23 from 6 to 8:30 pm at Ready Randy’s, RD Catering (intersection of Cty Rd G & Hwy 65). There will be a silent & live auction, drawings

and fun! Drink samples, appetizers and music by the Kar Jackers. Tickets are available at www.sagraceplace.org, Ready Randy’s, Grace Place in New Richmond or at the door. Must be 21 to attend. Questions? 715497-4438

DECEMBER 5 & 7 December Book Sale The Friends of the Amery Area Public Library’s December Book Sale will be Thursday, December 5 from 4 p.m.-6:30 p.m. and Saturday, December 7 from 9:00 a.m.-1:30 p.m. featuring a “gift basket extravaganza”. Visit the sale for a chance to win a gift basket. No purchase necessary. The sale will be located in the lower level of the Amery Area Public Library.

DECEMBER 6 & 7 A Christmas Dessert Theatre United Covenant presents A Christmas Dessert Theatre on Friday, December 6 at 6:30 p.m. and Saturday, December 7 at 4:00 p.m. at United Covenant Church, Clear Lake (corner of JJ and Hwy 63, across from Nilssen’s) This is a free, delightful program featuring festive skits, choir numbers, Christmas carols and door prizes followed by delectable desserts. For more information, call 715-263-2665 or check out unitedcovenantchurch.com.

DECEMBER 7 Bake Sale & Bazaar Deronda Lutheran Church will host its annual Bake Sale & Bazaar on Saturday, December 7 starting at 11:00 a.m. with pie and coffee available at 10:30 a.m. There will be basket draw-

ings, crafts, baked goods (lefse, Krumkake, Danish puffs, jam, maple syrup, sandbakkels, rosettes, Christmas cookies and more) and lunch. On the menu for lunch: sandwiches, BBQs, baked beans, lefse, Rommegrat, pie, sweet soup, coffee and milk. Take-outs are available. Deronda Lutheran Church is located at 1239 65th Ave/Cty Rd F, Amery.

Amery Holiday Stroll Amery will host its 34th Annual Holiday Stroll on Saturday, December 7 from 12 noon to 4:00 p.m. Firms with a large red bow on their doors are inviting people to drop in for a little Christmas friendliness and gift preview. You’ll find free hot dogs and hot chocolate, free horse and wagon rides, refreshments and treats, carolers, Santa Claus, Polk County Operation Christmas tree for mittens, scarves, hats and coats donations, and just a good time!

DECEMBER 13 Soup Supper & Basket Raffle There will be a Soup Supper & Basket Raffle Friday, December 13 from 5 to 7 p.m. at Clear Lake High School. Proceeds benefit the post-prom lock-in to provide a safe activity for students after prom.

DECEMBER 18 Christian Based Cancer Support Group The next Christian Based Cancer Support Group meeting is Wednesday, December 18, 2019 at the Amery Public Library meeting room at 10 a.m. Everyone is welcome! For more information call 715-2686957.

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A comeback for cursive?

or those whose remember spending hours in classrooms working on the flourish of your letter “l” and getting the curve of the lower case “g” just right, a trend in recent legislation may make your efforts relevant once again. Lawmakers in Wisconsin and several other states are introducing legislation requiring the teaching of cursive writing. Rep. Jeremy Thiesfeldt, R-Fond du Lac, chair of the Assembly’s Education Committee, has introduced legislation that would require schools to Publisher incorporate cursive in elementary curriculums with the goal of Tom Stangl having students write legibly in cursive by the end of fifth grade. Thiesfeldt said in an interview with the Wisconsin State Journal that research suggests taking notes by hand, as opposed to typing, can lead to better comprehension and understanding of material, and cursive has long been billed as a faster method of note-taking compared to print handwriting. The use of cursive also requires a higher level of hand-eye coordination, which can be particularly helpful for younger children, he said. “It’s not just a nostalgic sort of skill that we want to maintain it just because people used to do it,” said Thiesfeldt, adding he’s had staffers in his office that have had difficulties reading his notes written in cursive. I’m sure many of us who toiled on our penmanship have mixed emotions about the return of “writing” to the basics of “reading, writing and arithmetic.” My penmanship is horrible, I went to printing years ago and have some issues reading what I have written later. But I understand why handwriting is important, and I think the thought process behind this bill is spot on. Even though I may struggle deciphering what I have written, it is fairly easy for my mind to recall what I was doing when I wrote the notes. I do believe it helps to write things down and not rely on technology to capture everything for you. I think this is true for no other reason than saving time. When I go to transcribe a taped interview, I double the time spent on the story. It is good to have a recording to refer to for accurate quotes, but handwritten notes get the job done. Then there’s the issue of people who weren’t taught handwriting having to sign their names for legal documents. What an unnecessary nightmare for everyone! Wisconsin education officials estimate public and charter schools would have to spend between $1.7 million to $5.95 million on student materials annually and between $250,000 and $1.6 million on teacher training in at least the first year of the requirement. As for determining whether a Wisconsin child can write legibly in cursive by the fifth grade, it would likely be up to the subjectivity of teachers, said Thiesfeldt, a former teacher who used to grade students on their handwriting abilities. I know that this mandate will increase costs to schools. I hope that the legislature does the responsible thing and give additional funds along with the mandate so other items aren’t cut so children can have legible handwriting. This is something that should have never left classrooms. I struggled for years with adopting a capital “T” that I was comfortable with. I hope the young writers get comfortable with their signatures. It’s important. 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.

Fire in their hearts, ice in their veins BY APRIL ZIEMER EDITOR@THEAMERYFREEPRESS.COM

made a decision that could possibly affect me for the next 14 years. I took the plunge and I am a little leary, but proud to say that I am now a Hockey Mom. My 4-year-old son, Maverick, has been expressing interest in hockey for quite some time now. At first I thought about the constant running, the frigid hours spent inside of the ice rink and how costly it could be. Next, I started thinking about the possibility that putting his energy into hockEditor ey could decrease April Ziemer the amount of time he puts into speed running through the house firing Nerf guns or the tireless energy he puts into chasing his sisters trying to wipe spit or snot on them. I went back and forth, back and forth, until there was finally something that pushed me to toward the hockey side. My little Mav looked at me with those big blue eyes and said, “Pleeeeeease Mama.” It was settled. I have been called many worse things than a Hockey Mom. When I was younger, my dad was a hockey coach. He was blessed with three daughters who had no interest. I went to many games and tournaments and watched my Dad have a true impact on the lives of his players.

Saturday Grandpa met Maverick and I at the rink and I watched as he left an impact on his very own grandson out on the ice. There is something truly special about the smile on your child’s face when they are participating in something the love. There is something even more special about seeing matching smiles on the faces of your parent and your child. My little guy never had skates on his feet before Saturday. By Sunday, he was semi-confidently wobbling/walking around the floor of the arena. The ice was a different story. There were many falls. Each time though, he got up. Sometimes he got up with the help of his Grandpa and sometimes on his own. I think there will be many times in Maverick’s life were he might stumble and fall. There will be times when we will have to lend a hand to help him out. There will be other times when he pulls himself up, brushes himself off and continues forward. Either way, his dad, sisters, extended family, and myself will always be there to cheer him on. Speaking of extended family, when we attended our first hockey meeting they expressed the importance of lending each other a hand and how those at the rink were like a family. Even though my most recent experience at the arena was only a weekend long, I saw how much those words rang true. I witnessed parents, volunteers and older players all cheering on the little tykes as they took their first

moments on the ice. People pitched in to help tie skates and to wipe cold tiny tears from discouraged faces. This was by no means my first sports experience as I have older children, but I will say it was one of my most endearing. You never know, Mav may decide one year of hockey is enough. So far, I don’t see that happening. He woke up this morning and asked how many more days until his next practice. If he chooses to continue, my life may start to look like many hockey moms before me. The reality of rink life will be filled with hours on the road, tournament hotel rooms, hard work, early morning practices, stinky equipment bags and maybe some penalty box chaos. Or maybe the real reality of rink life will be filled with dedication, positive discipline, successful slap shots, cheers, friendships and newfound family. Regardless of what our hockey future holds, I will never forget the sight of Maverick and my dad (who hadn’t had skates on his feet in 15 years) out on that ice. As much as I like nice purses, cute shoes and great wine; seeing two of my favorite guys with shivering grins… now that is the good stuff. I enjoy sharing my thoughts with you and look forward to readers sharing their thoughts in return. Feel free to email me at editor@ theameryfreepress.com, write me at P.O. Box 424, Amery WI. 54001 or I can be reached by phone at 715-268-8101.

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Honoring our Veterans and Active-Duty Military SENATOR PATTY SCHACHTNER

Our veterans have served with honor and integrity to protect our nation’s values at home and across the globe. They serve with no guarantees of accolades, grand achievements, or even a guarantee that they will return home safely. They Senator are aware of all Schachtner the risks, but they serve our country anyway. On Veterans Day, I am reminded of a veteran I have had the pleasure of knowing for many years. SPC5 Ole Monicken JR was born in 1949 in Baldwin, Wisconsin. He was drafted at the young age of 19 and was deployed to South Vietnam where he served for 11 months. In July of 1970, Ole was escorting his Captain on a route perimeter mission when

they encountered an anti-tank mine. The mine exploded, but thankfully both his Captain and Ole escaped with their lives though they suffered severe wounds. I was honored to join Ole, his family, and Senator Tammy Baldwin a few months ago to finally award him with the Purple Heart he had so rightfully earned all those years ago. Ole grew up just like so many of us. Yet when he was called to service, he stepped up to serve. There are thousands of veterans around this state and this country that were called to extraordinary service from ordinary circumstances, just like Ole. They were called to join a brotherhood and sisterhood of honor. I’m a proud Mom of two members of that brotherhood. My son Travis is a veteran of the Naval Forces while my son Dylan is active-duty. I’ve watched their commitment and dedication over many years. Their sacrifices are humbling.

Like those made by Dylan, who has not been able to live with his wife and his young son all the while he has served. We often take our time with loved ones, our safe communities, and other liberties for granted. Those freedoms are supported on the backs of so few. Less than one percent of Americans serve in the military, and they do it for all of us. The time lost between Dylan and his son, or Ole and his family while he was overseas, can never be replaced but it is through their service that the rest of us can be free. That is the lesson of Veterans Day. No matter which branch, what job, or how many years of service, our veterans, active-duty, guardsman, and reservists are the ones that keep our country safe. The time spent away from family and the risks taken by our service-members every day are some of the costs they bear. Our freedmom isn’tt frree.

The ﬁght for Mental Health Facility in Northwest Wisconsin continues BY REP. GAE MAGNAFICI

This past summer, the Wisconsin legislature passed the state’s biennial budget. The budget included $15 million for a regional mental health facility in Chippewa Falls. This facility would have an estimated savings of $38,000 for Burnett County, $105,000 for Polk Gae County, and for St. Magnaﬁci $196,000 Croix County. District 28 UnfortunateRepresentative ly, Governor Evers vetoed this facility out of the budget and instead redirected the money to Madison. The facility was intended to address the transportation problem associated with Chapter 51 involuntary detentions when people are suffering a mental health crisis. When officers from Polk, Burnett, or St. Croix counties respond to these cases, they must often travel up to 10 hours round-trip to Oshkosh. During this trip, our local police must operate with two less officers. There is no doubt this trip takes a toll on the person being transported as well. These people are in a mental health crisis, and for many

of them it is the worst day of their lives. A Chippewa facility that handles these cases would reduce this travel time by more than half. On Thursday, I joined my Republican Assembly colleagues in attempting to override the Governor’s veto of this facility. Only 3 additional Democratic votes were needed to override the veto and make the facility a reality. Unfortunately, not a single Democrat, including representatives from Douglas, Burnett, Washburn, Bayfield, and Eau Claire counties, voted to fund the Chippewa Falls facility. There is a clear need for this regional facility. This isn’t a partisan issue. Law enforcement across the political spectrum that I’ve talked to all say that getting this done is one of their highest priorities. Democrats have had similar proposals. With such wide support, I simply cannot understand why the Governor and my Democratic colleagues are choosing to stonewall efforts for this facility. A few months ago I was told by a constituent that I spend an awful lot of time writing and talking about this topic. He’s correct. I discuss this often because the law enforcement in my district discuss it often. I will continue to fight for this facility because we need it and because northwest Wisconsin, not just Madison and Milwaukee, deserves access to mental health resources.

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Pay it forward To the Editor: We greatly appreciate whoever it was that thoughtfully enough paid for our team breakfast on Friday, November 1st. It was far above and beyond what we could have asked for in the kindness of others. It was very much appreciated. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts, Clear Lake Cross Country

A wonderful performance To the Editor: Congratulations to the Amery High School Music/Theater Department for the outstanding performances of “The Fiddler on the Roof” this weekend. It was perfectly cast, and the performances of the actors were top notch. We enjoyed the dancing and choreography; every number was in-sync and so well done. Thanks for all the hard work, kudos to Kari Moskal and Shannin Henningsgard for their capable direction and to the parents and behind the scenes workers. It was truly a memorable performance! Clint and Ione Gjerde Amery, WI

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Temporary worries My husband, Peter, and I are spending a month in Spain and we have left our worries behind. As a result, we have had to come up with new, temporary worries to occupy us until we get back home. Peter ran out of lotion and for several days used something he found in the house which turned out to be soap. (“I wondered why it wasn’t soaking in!” Peter said.) He doesn’t like my lotion (“axle grease!” Peter complains) so he The Postscript ventured out yesterday to buy some more. He came Carrie Classon home with some lotion in a metal tin and immediately began worrying if this container would travel well. “I don’t want grease leaking all over my luggage!” Peter worried. In the absence of a real grocery store, we worry if we will be able to find olives we like and, once we find them, if we will ever find them again. We feed the cats on the roof every day, then worry how they will survive after we are gone. (But then we remember they were not overly slim when we arrived.) Earlier this week we hiked to a neighboring town, spent the night, and returned. The hike was wonderful, crossing through mountains and fording a stream. We had dinner in the square with two ladies in their sixties—an Englishwoman who had come to live in this remote town several years earlier and a Dane, who was on her way to explore Argentina. Hiking home the following day, I thought (as I always do while traveling) of the endless variety of ways there are to live. It was nice to get back in our funny little house, but I worried we were running out of time. Peter made soup, as he does. “This will be my last batch this trip!” Peter announced. I will miss this little house more than

Peter will. The doors are very low, and the stairs are very steep, so Peter walks around the house slightly stooped and carries a hiking pole up and down the stairs, as if he is herding sheep to and from the upstairs bathroom. I try not to laugh—but sometimes I fail. Yesterday I hiked to the top of a hill that overlooks the town. There used to be a Moorish castle on the top hundreds of years ago. The view is amazing. I looked down on the white houses and the Mediterranean in the distance and thought of all the people who had been exactly where I was, looking at that view. Sometimes they were worried, I imagined, looking for invaders, or bad weather, or some other trouble coming by sea. But most of the time I imagine they sat where I did for the same reason—to wonder how long they would get to look at something so glorious, to wonder why they spent so much time worrying. When I got home, Peter read about a ship that was having mechanical troubles in the Mediterranean. Once they finish cruising the Mediterranean for the season, the bigger ships cross the ocean to spend the winter in the Caribbean. Peter reads these articles because we are taking one of those ships home. It turns out, the ship in trouble was ours. “Someone said they heard an explosion and reported a fire in the engine room!” Peter exclaimed, reading the article (which was not from a major news source and seemed a little short on facts). “Goodness!” I said. I guess—since we need something to worry about—this is as good a worry as any. Till next time, Carrie Carrie Classon’s memoir, “Blue Yarn,” was released earlier this year. Learn more at CarrieClasson.com.

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Polk County arrests Deedra Lynn Anderson, 41, Milltown, was arrested November 3 for possession of drug paraphernalia. Wade J. Greenquist, 50, Osceola, was arrested November 2 for possession of marijuana and possession of drug paraphernalia. Ricardo Llamas-Silva, 42, Clear Lake, was arrested October 29 for disorderly conduct, resisting and officer and obstruction. Tammy Jo Osborne, 44, Dresser, was arrested October 29 for possession of THC. Stephanie Marie Peabody, 23, Roberts, was arrested October 29 for possession of methamphetamine, obstruction and bail jumping (x2). Tristan James Rzaszutak, 24, River Falls, was arrested October 29 for possession of methamphetamine, obstruction and bail jumping. Jason C. Olsen, 44, Milltown, was arrested October 28 for a probation hold, damage to property, disorderly conduct and violating an injunction. Courtny Collette Schommer, 28, Milltown, was arrested November 3 for OWI (1st). Beau Oakley Britt, 29, Dresser, was arrested November 4 for failure to appear warrants (x2) and a Barron County warrant. Aaron Lewis Kobs, 44, New Richmond, was arrested October 29 for a St. Croix County warrant. Eliason Brian Scott, 53, Luck, was arrested October 29 for failure to appear.

Polk County marriage licenses John Wayne Thatcher and Tanya Lorraine Coen of Alden were married November 12, 2019.

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Community Club welcomes Jimmy John’s Members of Amery’s Community Club welcomed Jimmy John’s. Shown L-R: Larry Coleman, Oralee Schock, Dan Young, Manager Jennifer Veenendall, Owner/Operator Jessica Rondeau, Cheryl Meyer, Paul Isakson, Shari Overby and Ed Flanum.

Amery Police Report 11/01/19-11/07/19 11/01/19, 05:55 p.m., Assist citizen 11/01/19, 07:08 p.m., Report of attempt to pass counterfeit $100 bill 10/01/19, 07:19 p.m., 911 hang up 11/01/19, 08:05 p.m., Assist citizen in civil issue 11/01/19, 08:25 p.m., Restraining order violation report 11/01/19, 09:42 p.m., Assist other agency 11/02/19, 08:02 p.m., 911 hang up 11/02/19, 11:20 p.m., Animal control call 11/02/19, 11:32 p.m., Suspicious activity

11/03/19, 05:10 p.m., Welfare check 11/03/19, 10:46 p.m., Juvenile call 11/04/19, 06:27 a.m., Disturbance 11/04/19, 01:13 p.m., Welfare check 11/04/19, 02:14 p.m., Assist other agency 11/04/19, 03:02 p.m., Mental health call 11/04/19, 03:10 p.m., Assist other agency 11/04/19, 07 p.m., Abandoned vehicle 11/04/19, 07:43 p.m., Suspicious activity 11/05/19, 01:36 a.m., Mental health call 11/05/19, 08 a.m., Report of stolen cellphone 11/05/19, 08:49 a.m., OWI stop

11/05/19, 05:52 p.m., Assist other agency 11/05/19, 06:39 p.m., Vehicle lockout 11/06/19, 05:20 p.m., Traffic complaint 11/07/19, 02:07 a.m., Animal control call 11/07/19, 06:27 a.m., Abandon vehicle complaint 11/07/19, 04:45 p.m., Assist other agency 11/07/19, 05:25 p.m., Assist citizen

ARRESTS : Kimberly Wiese, 56 of Amery. Operating Motor Vehicle While Intoxicated, first offense

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Please join Polk County, the Cities of Amery and St. Croix Falls along with the Villages of Balsam Lake, Clear Lake, Dresser, Luck, Milltown and Osceola, for the Polk County Housing Forums. These housing forums will offer the chance to learn about the study process, discuss area housing trends, and provide input. The forums will take place in early December and will be held at various locations throughout the County. Village of Osceola December 3 • 5:00 p.m. Osceola Discover Center 310 Chieftain St., Osceola

Village of Balsam Lake December 9 • 5:00 p.m. Balsam Lake Village Hall 404 Main St., Balsam Lake

Village of Milltown December 12 • 5:30 p.m. Milltown Public Library 61 W Main St., Milltown

Village of Dresser December 4 • 6:00 p.m. Dresser Community Hall 115 W Main St., Dresser

Village of Clear Lake December 10 • 5:30 p.m. Clear Lake Village Hall 350 4th Ave., Clear Lake

City of St. Croix Falls December 16 • 5:00 p.m. St. Croix Falls City Hall 710 Hwy 35 S, St. Croix Falls

Village of Luck December 5 • 5:00 p.m. Luck Village Hall 401 Main St. S., Luck

City of Amery December 11 • 4:30 p.m. Amery City Hall 118 Center St. W., Amery

Polk County December 17 • 4:00 p.m. Polk County Gov. Center 100 Polk County Plaza, Balsam Lake

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100 Years Ago November 20, 1919 Organize American Legion Notice to all persons who have served in the U. S. Army, Navy, Marine Corps, or air service during the World War. A meeting to organize a Post of The American Legion will be held in the Gem Theatre, Amery, Wis., on Tuesday evening, Nov. 25th. All persons enumerated above will be furnished a ticket of admission to the show that will be given to the theatre that evening. All other persons will pay the usual price of admission to the show. The show will be given at an earlier hour than usual, and immediately after the show an explanation of the plans, purposes and work of “The American Legion” will be made and a post of “The American Legion” organized. Every person who has been in service should belong to “The American Legion.” Tell your friends who are eligible to come to this meeting. – Gentz Perry, M. D.

Some Hunters More than 75,000 deer tags were issued in the state up to Nov. 11th as against 35,000 as the high mark in any previous year. The danger in the woods is segmented further by the fact that besides this enormous number of hunters, the territory has been made smaller by the placing of three counties on the “closed” list.

Nearly Fatal The nearest to a fatality on our lakes and rivers for many years was recorded last Monday afternoon when little Monfort Hanson, son of Mr. and Mrs. George Hanson, went through the ice at the thoroughfare between North and South Twin Lakes and was saved by heroic efforts. Two other children went in at the same time but were saved with no other bad effects than a wetting.

“Peptomaniacs” featured in “The “Amerian” This noisy group of “pepsters” was organized in 1931. The purpose of the group was to promote pep in the high school by organizing assemblies, picnics, mixers, parties, etc. Members of the group were, front row from left: Celest Godin, Frona Nelson, Anna Mae Johnson, Erma Parks, Eileen Johnson, Verna Thompson, Jeanne Christensen, Evelyn Johnson, Mae Curtiss, Enid Haskins, Beth Mary Mooney and Charlotte McLeod, Adviser. Second row from left: Marion Johnson, Anita Setter, Catherine Kelly, Jeanette Godin, Bernice Broad, Ione Lutz, Ruby Jane Volgren, Viola Johnson, Gertrude Grewe, Florence Halverson and Mildred Hillestad. Third row from left: Arlyn York, Marguerite Lien, Orpha Framsted, Marjorie Nelson, Ruth Nelson, Myrtle Emerson, Marion Swenson, Phyllis Aronson, Luella Sylvester, Edith Nordahl, Ruth Sanderson and Billy Rasmussen. Fourth row from left: Dorothy Moberg, Violet Markee, Helen Bergren, Gladys Edstrom, Dorothy Leadholm, Millicent Leadholm, Mildred Schmidt, Beatrice Peterson, Dorothy Palmberg, Helen Hanson and Bernice Brusletten. Back row from left: Helen Olson, Marion Lien, Helen Wells, Orpha Carlson, Violet Linden, Sadie Kuhl, Myrtle Thompson, Doris Shock, Jean Titze, Eleanor Palmer and Mildred Klingler.

the west end of the Apple River Bridge and headed into the river. Aside from a good dunking, he was none the worse for the accident and his car was not seriously damaged.

90 Years Ago November 14, 1929 Accident Victim Dead of Lockjaw Louis Bempke who was injured by a Soo freight train in the yards here on the afternoon of October 30th died at Amery Hospital on the afternoon of November 8th. He was a stranger and was caught by a switching train when going between two freight cars. Amputation of the right foot between the ankle and knee was found necessary. The flesh was all torn off the left heel and the foot was cut the entire length. He developed thrombosis on the eighth and lived but a short time. He was 33 years of age.

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95 Years Ago November 13, 1924 Drives Off Bridge and Goes to Jail Wm. Jost was tried in Judge Johnson’s court in this city Wednesday evening, charged with driving a car while intoxicated. He was sentenced to six months in the county jail. While driving home at about five o’clock that evening, he drove off from the approach at

Few know that it is against the law for boys from 12 to 16 years of age to go out into the woods with a .22 calibre rifle in their hands, unless accompanied by an adult. If the boys are over 16 they must have a hunting license, and so must the adult if he uses the gun at all. Some fathers in Amery plan to get their boys .22 rifles for Christmas but the conservation department warns that the boys are not allowed to use them unless accompanied by an adult. Twelve to 16 is yet too early an age for the use of “killer” guns, the department warns.

75 Years Ago November 16, 1944 Woman Lost in Woods

Amery basketball team defeated the Prairie Farm team at Amery High School gymnasium on the evening of Nov. 11th by a score of 16 to 18. The game was fast, interesting and close throughout.

80 Years Ago November 23, 1939 1908 International Buggy Goes To Town Hartman Aaberg of Deronda certainly “went to town” Friday in is 1908 International Auto Buggy. If grandpa and grandma had been down to see it, they would have seen a familiar sight. The early auto had the side crank, high back seat, two speeds forward, one back, and the original hard rubber tires. Mr. Aaberg bought it from a Mr. Hansen, merchant at Grantsburg, in 1926. The “buggy” is in good shape, runs like it did when its proud owner drove it down the street

exhaustion. She had to be lifted bodily out of the swamp and taken to the Oscar Karvola home where she was fed and given a change of clothes.

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Amery Wins First BB Game Who won the war? That’s easy. The Smiths did. War department records show that there were 51,000 of this tribe in service. The Johnsons were second with 29,000 and others that “placed” were: the Jones clan, with 22,500; the Greens, with 22,500; the Browns, with 9,000. Moreover, there were in the ranks 74 George Washingtons, seven Ulysses Grants, and 79 Robert E. Lees. – American Legion.

in Grantsburg 31 years ago, scaring horses, people, cows, and what not. Frank Lutz guided Mr. Aasberg about town in the buggy, and got safely home.

Mrs. Sauer, 73, housekeeper of Gordon Phillips of Clear Lake, spent some uncomfortable moments lost in the woods in the northern part of Apple River Township Sunday. She became lost when in company with Phillips and a neighbor lady, had gone up to the east side of White Ash Lake picking ferns and evergreens on the south side of Apple River. The party became separated about 3 p.m. and shortly thereafter a search was started for Mrs. Sauer. Deputy Sheriff Carl Burman was called to the scene at that time and with the aid of the neighboring farmers the woods were combed for her. When darkness came she was still missing and it was not until Louis Turcotte, who operates a saw mill near there, discovered some footprints going into the woods that she was found. Trucotte followed the trail until he heard feeble shouts and found her in a swamp by a spring very near complete

Not to be outdone by the spring and summer months, November this year had afforded this community with all the color and display provided by a thunderstorm. Monday and Tuesday evening following the mild summer-like days, found rain storms with all the accessories – namely thunder and lightning.

Amery Music Store Now Opening This week marked the resumption of business for the Amery Music Store with the business being conducted by Aubrey Aus, manager of the establishment. As in the past, the store will handle the latest in musical instruments, pianos, sheet music and musical accessories and will stress their radio repair and service department.

55 Years Ago November 12, 1964 Must Use Street Addresses in City While some mail is still being handled without street addresses in the city, Postmaster Walter Fraipont asked the cooperation of residents to use street addresses on mail to be dispatched. Eventually, mail without the street addresses will be declared undeliverable and will be returned to the sender. City carriers have special cards available for residents who can use them to notify firms or individuals of their street address.

50 Years Ago November 20, 1969 Must Ask Permission to Hunt Posted Areas County Judge Charles Madsen called attention this week to a change in the criminal

trespass law in Wisconsin. In effect Aug. 26, 1969, the law now makes it a punishable crime for anyone to enter upon lands, which are fenced or posted. The reason for the person on the land does not mitigate the circumstances. He can be bird watching, hunting, fishing or just snowmobiling. The crime is punishable by a $50 fine. “Snowmobilers would take notice that they must get the consent of the owner of land, which is posted or fenced before going on said land,” commented Judge Madsen in calling attention the change in law.

40 Years Ago November 13, 1979 Energy Restrictions Discussed at Community Club Meeting Tom Olson, a club member who is a heating and cooling engineer for Climate Makers, Inc., discussed the Emergency Building Temperature Restrictions, which became effective on July 19. Basically, he said that all commercial, industrial, and governmental buildings must heat temperatures to no more than 65 degrees in the winter and to cool no lower than 80 degrees in the summer. In addition, water heaters must be set at no more than Yesterday’s 105 degrees. Facilities News which are Diane Stangl exempt from the regulation include: residential buildings, hotels and other lodging facilities, health care facilities and elementary schools and day care centers. Olson said that temperatures must be lowered further if the building is going to be unoccupied for more than eight hours. Olson pointed out that in buildings, which are colder by the wall, a measurement can be taken two feet from the wall and in the center of the room then averaged. Space heaters can also be used provided the temperature five feet from the unit is no more than 65 degrees.

Armed Robbers Hit St. Croix Falls Two armed men took an undetermined amount of drugs from Tangen Drug Store in St. Croix Falls on Saturday night. According to the Polk County Sheriff’s department, the two entered the store at 9 p.m. as employees, Dwight Ferguson, 29, Osceola, and Penny McFaggen, 16, St. Croix Falls, were locking up. The robbers wore ski masks and one carried a revolver. The employees were ordered to the rear of the store and handcuffed to a sink in the bathroom. After the robbers left the store. Ferguson was able to break the chain on his handcuffs and called police.

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‘Fiddler’ enjoys great run Students gave three performanaces of the musical “Fiddler on the Roof” this past weekend, playing to packed auditoriums.

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Honors Band is music to area ears The Amery band program is so proud of these 12 students who made it into the Shell Lake Middle School Honors Band. Congratulations to Cassie Nicholas, Kylie Burch, Sierra Gomoll, Charlee Schroeder, Haley Pulkrabek, Carter Kurtzhals, Nevaeha Zacharias, Hannah Rust, Shannon Fredrickson, Tia Lochner, Grace Ziegler, and Ben Lorsung.

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Clear Lake Warriors, Volleyball Division 4 State Champions! Front Row: Mgr Alyssa Anderson, Mrg Hailey Espeseth , Lily Hacker, Rayne Vangsness, Maggie Rosen, Madison Zimmer, Julianna Rosen, Sam Haley, Mgr Natalie Petersen, Mgr Alya Monson. Middle Row: Amelia Johnson, Molly Petersen, Abby Monson, Liz Rosen, Klaire Steinberger, Maddie Rosen, Brooklyn Tolzman, Kierra Pickard, Kallie Barthman. Back Row: Coach Alicia Strilzuk, Coach Amy Wienke, Coach Jaici Espeseth, Coach Taylor Cardinal.

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AREA CHURCHES AMERY CONGREGATIONAL, 201 N. Harriman Ave. Barry Schaefer, pastor Wednesday, November 13: 1 pm Money Management Makeup Class; 3:30 pm Homework and Hangout; 5:45 pm Youth Dinner; 6:30 pm WOW; 6:45 pm Youth Group. Thursday, November 14: 9:30 am Senior Dining Class Open; 5:30 pm Women’s Bible Study; 7 pm Money Management. Friday, November 15: Senior Dining Class Open. Sunday, November 17: 10 am Worship/Blessing of the Hunters/ New Member Installation/Sunday School; Budget & Election Meeting Directly After Worship. Monday, November 18: 9:30 am Senior Dining Hall Open; 7 pm Boy Scouts. Tuesday, November 19: 6:30 am Men’s Bible Study; 9:30 am Senior Dining Hall Open; 10 am Bible Study. AMERY FREE LUTHERAN, 1 mile west of golf course on CTH F, Eric Christenson, pastor, www.ameryﬂc.org Every Sunday: 9 am Sunday School; 10:15 am Worship Service; 6 pm Small Group Bible Studies in homes. Wednesdays: 9:30 am Small Group Women’s Bible Study in home; 7 pm Youth Group. Call the church office for details 715-268-9218. APPLE RIVER COMMUNITY, 942 US Hwy. 8, Amery Justin Hosking, pastor Sunday: 9:30 am Sunday School for All Ages; 10:15 am Coffee and Fellowship; 10:30 am Morning Worship. Monday: 6:30 pm Women’s Bible Study. Tuesday: 9:30 am Women’s Bible Study. Wednesday: 10 am Men’s Bible Study; 5:30 pm One-Way Club for Kids. Friday: 9:00 am M.O.P.S. BALSAM LUTHERAN, 1115 Mains Crossing, Amery, Dan Watland, pastor 507-459-1141, Church 715-2689291, www.balsamlutheranchurch.org. Sunday worship 10:15 am. Holy Communion 2nd & 3rd Sundays. CENTERPOINT, 740 Maple Drive, St. Croix Falls (High school) Dick Enerson, pastor Sunday: 10-11:15 am Worship celebration; Children’s church (SuperKidz) age 4-5th grade; Nursery (KidzKorner) birth-3 years. Cell Groups (small group Bible studies) offered throughout the week. CHURCH OF CHRIST, New Richmond Jack Philips, Evangelist, 715-497-7596 Sunday: 9 am Bible Study; 10 am Worship. Wednesday: 6:30 pm Bible Study and Devotions. CLEAR LAKE UNITED METHODIST, John Hazen, pastor Sunday: 8:30 am Worship. DEER PARK UNITED METHODIST, John Hazen, pastor Sunday: 11 am Worship. DERONDA LUTHERAN, 1239 65th Ave., Amery Lori Peper, pastor 715-268-9577 Wednesday, November 13: 6 pm Conﬁrmation, JAM, Dad’s Group at Little Falls; 7 pm Popcorn with Pastor at Little Falls; 7:30 pm Choir Practice at Deronda. Thursday, November 14: 9 am Deronda Quilting, Little Falls WELCA Meeting, Pack Lutheran World Relief Kits; 6 pm Apple River Conference at Fristad Lutheran with Indianhead Chorus. Saturday, November 16: 8 am Men in Mission at Little Falls; 6:30 pm NUIC Combined Evening Worship at Deronda. Sunday, November 17: 9:30 am NUIC Combined Worship with Holy Communion at Trinity; Packing Operation Christmas Child Boxes After Worship. Monday, November 18-Monday, November 25: Pastor Lori at Leadership Conference in Arizona. Tuesday, November 19: 9 am Little Falls Quilting, Staff Meeting at Trinity; 7 pm NUIC Council at Little Falls. See our website for up-to-date scheduling www.derondachurch.net. EAST BALSAM BAPTIST, 1816 108th St./CTH I, Balsam Lake www.eastbalsam.org 715-857-5411 Sunday: 9 am Worship service; 9:30 am Children’s Church. Tuesday: Women’s Ministry; 9 am Bible Study. EAST IMMANUEL LUTHERAN, south of Amery on Hwy. 46 then west on 20th Ave., Kathy Pennington, pastor Wednesday, November 13: 7 pm Council Meeting. Sunday, November 17: 9:30 am Education; 10:30 am Worship. Tuesday, November 19: 9 am Quilting. EAST LINCOLN ALLIANCE, 735 70th Ave., Amery 715-268-2350 www.eastlincolnalliance.com Eric Danielson and Randy Schussman, pastors Sunday: 8:45 am Prayer Meeting; 9 am Coffee and Fellowship; 9:30 am Worship service. Child Care and Discovery Land for children are provided during Worship service. Small groups meet throughout the week. Contact the church office for further details. Recharge for Middle and High School students, 6 pm every Wednesday. EL SALEM BAPTIST/TWIN FALLS CHRISTIAN CENTER, Dresser, Darryl R. Olson, pastor Sunday: 9:30 am Sunday school; 10:35 am Worship; 6 pm Sunday evening.

Wednesday: 7 pm Bible Study. ELIM LUTHERAN, Range, Dan Watland, pastor Sunday: 8:30 am Worship. Holy Communion 2nd and 3rd Sundays. Council 3rd Tuesday at 6 pm FAITH LUTHERAN (ELCA), 301 1st Ave. East (across from public beach on Co. Rd. I) Balsam Lake, 715-4853800, Diane Norstad, pastor Sunday: 9:30 am Sunday worship; Communion first and last Sunday. Wednesday: 6:15 pm Christian Education; 7 pm Worship; 7:30 pm Youth Group. FAITH LUTHERAN (ELCA), 134 Prentice St. S, Clayton Margaret Grant, pastor Sunday: 9 am Sunday school; 9:45 am Worship; 10:45 am Fellowship. Men’s Bible Study 2nd Sunday 6 pm Mission Quilting Tuesdays 9 am Wednesday evening service 7:15-7:45 pm FIRST LUTHERAN, 240 Elm St., Amery Tim Bjorge, pastor Wednesday, November 13: 6 pm Confirmation; Hi League; 7 pm Church Council. Thursday, November 14: 8 am Bible Study; 8:30 am Quilters; 7 pm Al Anon. Friday, November 15: 5:30-7:30 pm SS Thanksgiving Party. Sunday, November 17: 9 am Worship; 10:15 am Sunday School, Choir. Monday, November 18: 6-10 pm ARQG. Tuesday, November 19: 7:30 am Women’s Bible Study; 11 am Pastor at Evergreen. FIRST LUTHERAN (LCMC), 811 South Ave. W, Clear Lake www.firstluthclearlake.com, Bryan S. Anderson, pastor Wednesday, November 13: 11 am - 1 pm and 4-7 pm Smorgasbord. Thursday, November 14: 11 am Pricilla Circle at Church; 1 pm Joanna Circle at Ridgeview Apartments; 3:15 pm CEF Party Club at Elementary School; 7 pm Finance Committee Meeting. Saturday, November 16: 7 am Men’s Bible Study. Sunday, November 17: 8:30 am Contemporary Worship with Communion; 9:30 am Fellowship; 9:40 am Sunday School; 10 am Traditional Worship with Communion; 11 am Potluck; 4:30-7 pm Youth Pizza Making & Movie Night; 7 pm Choir Practice. Monday, November 18: 10 am & 7 pm Bible Marathon Class. Tuesday, November 19: 9 am Quilting. FIRST PRESYTERIAN, 719 Nevada St., St. Croix Falls Barbara Anne Keely, pastor Sunday: 10:15 am Coffee and Fellowship; 11 am Worship.

FOREST UNITED METHODIST, John Hazen, pastor Sunday: 9:45 am Worship. FULL GOSPEL LIGHTHOUSE, Graytown Merlin Burton, pastor Sunday: 10:30 am Sunday school; 11 am Worship. GEORGETOWN LUTHERAN-ELCA, 877 190th Ave. Co. Rd. G, Balsam Lake (Fox Creek) 715-857-5580, serving@georgetownlutheran.net, Pastor Diane House Sunday: 9:15 am Sunday school; 10:30 am Worship; Communion 1st and 3rd Sunday. GRACE LUTHERAN - WELS, 460 4th St., Clear Lake, Ellery W. Groth, pastor 715-491-4330 Sunday: 8:30 am Worship. HOLY TRINITY ORTHODOX, 511 1st St., Clayton, 715948-2493, htoc@amerytel.net, Chris Wojcik, pastor Sundays: 9:30 am Divine Liturgy. HOLY TRINITY UNITED METHODIST, 1606 165th Ave., Centuria, on CTH I between Balsam Lake and Centuria, Yul Kwon, pastor Sunday: 8:30 am Worship and Sunday School. IMMANUEL EV. LUTHERAN (LCMS), 124 E. Church St., Clayton, lmmLCLCMS@centurytel.net, 715-541-2955, Gregory Becker, pastor Sunday: 9 am Divine Worship. Wednesday: 6:30 pm Family Christian Education; 7:30 pm Conﬁrmation. IMMANUEL LUTHERAN, 65th Ave., rural Clayton, Margaret Grant, pastor Sunday: 8:30 am Worship. Wednesday: 6:30 pm Family Christian Education; 7:30 pm Conﬁrmation. JOURNEY CHURCH, 131 Broadway St., Amery, Derek Downs, Lead Pastor, 715-268-2223, www.journeychurch.city, office@journeychurch.city Every Sunday: 9 am Worship Service; Nursery for ages 0-3 is offered. Kids Zone Children’s Church ages preschool-4th grade will meet downstairs during the sermon! No Sunday School during the summer. 2nd Sunday of the Month: 6-7 pm Praise and Prayer Night (Except June 12 & July 10) Mondays: 8:30 am Moms In Prayer. Wednesdays: 8:30 am Women’s Bible Study in the Teen Center. Thursdays: 8:30 am Prayer Group. Open to anyone with a heart of prayer! Saturdays: 7 am Men’s Bible Study (Meets in the Teen Center).

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AREA CHURCHES CONTINUED LITTLE FALLS LUTHERAN, 1272 44th Ave., Amery, Lori Peper, pastor 715-268-9577 Wednesday, November 13: 6 pm Confirmation, JAM, Dad’s Group at Little Falls; 7 pm Popcorn with Pastor at Little Falls; 7:30 pm Choir Practice at Deronda. Thursday, November 14: 9 am Deronda Quilting, Little Falls WELCA Meeting, Pack Lutheran World Relief Kits; 6 pm Apple River Conference at Fristad Lutheran with Indianhead Chorus. Saturday, November 16: 8 am Men in Mission at Little Falls; 6:30 pm NUIC Combined Evening Worship at Deronda. Sunday, November 17: 9:30 am NUIC Combined Worship with Holy Communion at Trinity; Packing Operation Christmas Child Boxes After Worship. Monday, November 18-Monday, November 25: Pastor Lori at Leadership Conference in Arizona. Tuesday, November 19: 9 am Little Falls Quilting, Staff Meeting at Trinity; 7 pm NUIC Council at Little Falls. See our website for up-to-date scheduling www.littlefallschurch.net. LIVING WORD CHAPEL, 2746 Hwy 64, Forest, Senior Leaders Sean & Libby Higgins, 715-265-4810, we.are. living.word@gmail.com, www.livingwordchapel.com Sunday: 9 am Breakfast and Fellowship; 10:15 am Service; Nursery and Children’s Church Available. Wednesdays: 6 pm The Study; 7 pm Prayer. Weekly Local Home Groups MENNONITE CHURCH, 1681 6 1/2 St., Co. Hwy. P North, Almena, 715-357-3321 Sunday: 10 am Sunday school, all ages; 10:45 am Sunday worship service; 7:30 am Sunday evening service. MOE LUTHERAN (ELCA), 451 30th St., Clear Lake Sunday: 10 am Fellowship; 11 am Worship; Potluck lunch 2nd Sunday. Men’s Bible Study 2nd Sunday 6 pm. Women’s Bible Study 2nd Thursday 1:30 pm. NEW LIFE COMMUNITY, Amery, Craig Jorgenson, pastor Sunday: 10 am Worship. Tuesday: 6:30 pm Prayer. Wednesday: 6:30 pm Youth. OTTERCREEK CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP, Glenwood City Civic Center, Jason Taylor, pastor Sunday: 10:30 am Worship; Children’s church, childcare provided. Wednesday Night Prayer. OUR LADY OF THE LAKES CATHOLIC, Balsam Lake Father Eugene Murphy, pastor Masses: Saturday 6 pm, Sunday 8:30 am. OUR SAVIOR’S LUTHERAN, 217 Deronda St., Amery Keith Ruehlow, pastor Wednesday, November 13: 12 pm TableTalkMen; 1:30 pm Abigail Circle; 3:30 pm Faith’n’Fun; 5 pm Cafe; 5:30 pm Confirmation Classes; 6:30 pm Mentor Night; 7 pm Choir Practice. Thursday, November 14: 8:30 am Bible Study; 1:30 pm Martha Circle; 6 pm Apple River Conference. Sunday, November 17: 9 am Worship with Holy Communion; 10:15 am Sunday School. Tuesday, November 19: 1 pm Quilting; 6 pm Church Council. PRAIRIEVIEW COVENANT, 1396 210th Ave. (2 miles north of New Richmond on 65) Tim Coyer, pastor, www.prairieviewchurch.net Sunday: 9 am Sunday School; 10 am Worship, Nursery care available; Coffee/fellowship after worship service. Wednesday: 6-7:30 pm Family Night, Worship/Groups for all ages. REDEEMER LUTHERAN, 600 S. Keller Ave., Amery, Tom Hahn, pastor Wednesday, November 13: 5:30 pm Confirmation; 7:15 pm Choir Practice. Sunday, November 17: 9:30 am Worship with Holy Communion, Sunday School; 10:30 am Fellowship. Tuesday, November 19: 10 am Polk/Burnett County Dementia Coalition at Polk County Government Center. REEVE EVANGELICAL FREE, Jct. Barron CTH K & A, Clear Lake, www.reevechurch.org Sunday: 9 am Worship service; 10:15 am Fellowship Time. Wednesday nights: 6:30-7:30 pm Adult Bible Study and Prayer; Kids Club, Jr. & Sr. High Youth Group (Sept.-May). A variety of small groups (AA, men’s & women’s) are also held throughout the week. ST. BARNABAS EPISCOPAL, 365 5th St., Clear Lake, Rev. Geri E. Sola Sunday: 9:15 am Sunday school; 10:15 am Worship. Holy Communion 1st and 3rd Sunday at 10:15 am. Morning Prayer 2nd and 4th Sunday at 10:15 am.

ST. CROIX UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST FELLOWSHIP, 201 N. Adams, St. Croix Falls www.scuuf.org Sunday: 10 am First three Sundays. ST. JOHN’S CATHOLIC, Clear Lake, Fr. John Long, pastor Mass: 8 am Wednesday. Mass: 8 am Thursday. Mass: 8:30 am Sunday. ST. JOSEPH CATHOLIC, 1050 Keller Ave. N, Amery, Father Eugene Murphy • 715-268-7717 • stjosephamery.org Wednesday, November 13: 9 am Mass. Thursday, November 14: 10:30 am Communion Service at Golden Age Manor; 6:30 pm GriefShare Meeting. Friday, November 15: 9 am Communion Service. Saturday, November 16: 4 pm Mass. Sunday, November 17: 9 am Server Training for anyone 4th Grade and Older; 10:30 am Mass. Monday, November 18: 6 pm Supper; 6:30 pm Lector Training. Tuesday, November 19: 9 am Communion Service; 6:30 pm Finance Council Meeting. ST. JOHN LUTHERAN, Forest, John Wilman, pastor Friday, November 15-Saturday, November 16: Pastor’s Day Off. Sunday, November 17: 8 am Worship with Holy Communion; 9 am Fellowship. Tuesday, November 19: 1 pm Bible Study. ST. PAUL LUTHERAN, Deer Park, John Wilman, pastor Wednesday, November 13-Thursday, November 14: Pastor Visiting Shut-Ins. Friday, November 15-Saturday, November 16: Pastor’s Day Off. Sunday, November 17: 8:45 am Sunday School; 9 am Fellowship; 9:30 am Worship with Holy Communion. Tuesday, November 19: 6:30 pm Bible Study. SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST, 76 20th Ave., Clear Lake, John Redlich, pastor 715-645-2230; Head Elder Paul Hasman 715-671-3697 Saturday Services: Adult and Children’s Bible Study 9:30 am; Church 11 am Midweek Service: Wednesday 7 pm Call Head Elder for location in winter months. THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS, 644 S. 6th St., Barron, Chapel 715-537-3679 Bishop Kenneth Konesky 715-719-0283 Sunday: 10-11 am Sacrament Meeting; 11:10-Noon Priesthood, Relief Society, Primary, Sunday School. TRINITY LUTHERAN of Garfield, 1578 85th Ave., Amery Lori Peper, pastor 715-268-9577 Wednesday, November 13: 6 pm Confirmation, JAM, Dad’s Group at Little Falls; 7 pm Popcorn with Pastor at Little Falls; 7:30 pm Choir Practice at Deronda. Thursday, November 14: 9 am Deronda Quilting, Little Falls WELCA Meeting, Pack Lutheran World Relief Kits; 6 pm Apple River Conference at Fristad Lutheran with Indianhead Chorus. Saturday, November 16: 8 am Men in Mission at Little Falls; 6:30 pm NUIC Combined Evening Worship at Deronda. Sunday, November 17: 9:30 am NUIC Combined Worship with Holy Communion at Trinity; Packing Operation Christmas Child Boxes After Worship. Monday, November 18-Monday, November 25: Pastor Lori at Leadership Conference in Arizona. Tuesday, November 19: 9 am Little Falls Quilting, Staff Meeting at Trinity; 7 pm NUIC Council at Little Falls. See our website for up-to-date scheduling www.trinitylutheranchurchofamery.com. UNITED COVENANT, 348 5th St. NW, Clear Lake, Dan Pearson, pastor Wednesday, November 13: 5:30 pm All Church Supper; 6 pm Kid’s Blast, CREW, Adult Study (ALPHA); 7 pm HEARTS Group; 7:15 pm Youth Worship Team. Thursday, November 14: CEF Club at Clear Lake Elementary School. Saturday, November 16: 5:30 pm CREW Event “Youth Vespers” at Maple Grove Covenant Church (Talk with Zach for more info). Sunday, November 17: 8:45 am Sunday School/Confirmation; 9:30 am Youth Worship Team; 10 am Worship Service; Choir Practice After Service; 7 pm Friendship Builders at Ridgeview. Monday, November 18: 5 pm Grief Support Group at Margaret Peterson’s. Tuesday, November 19: 8 am Prayer Time; 9:30 am Women’s Bible Study; 6:45 pm Women’s Bible Study at Lynn Pickard’s. UNITED METHODIST, GLENHILLS PARISH Marybeth Scow, pastor Emerald UMC: 8:30 am Worship with Sunday School. Glenwood City UMC: 9:45 am Worship with Sunday School.

Downing UMC: 11 am Worship with Sunday School. WEST IMMANUEL LUTHERAN, ELCA, 447 180th St., Osceola, Pastor Matt Saarem, Interim Pastor, www. westimmanuel.org Wednesday, November 13: 9 am GECC; 6 pm Choir, Conﬁrmation Meal; 7 pm Conﬁrmation Class. Sunday, November 17: 9:30 am Worship with Holy Communion; 10:30 am Sunday School, Coffee Fellowship; 5:30 pm Hunter’s Blessing Dinner; 6:30 pm Finance Committee Meeting. Tuesday, November 19: 5:30 pm Council Potluck Supper and Meeting. WORD OF LIFE FELLOWSHIP, Clear Lake Patricia and Harlen Wienke, pastors Sunday: 10 am Worship. Tuesday: 9 am Healing Rooms by appointment. Wednesday: 7 pm Adult Bible Study.

Linda Marie Roberts “Tinega” Died November 5, 2019 at the age of 50 in Oakdale, MN, formerly of Amery, WI. A Celebration of Life will be on November 16, 2019 at 1 p.m. at the VFW in North St. Paul, MN.

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Donna Marie (Brackee) Fowler passed away, peacefully, following a courageous eleven month battle with pancreatic cancer. Donna was born in rural Clayton/Joel on June 10, 1941 to Rudolph and Esther (Littlefield) Brackee. She a attended Clayton schools a and graduated in 1959. At a age fifteen, she met the love o of her life, John Thomas F Fowler, at Cozy Corner 4H. S Shortly after graduation, sshe and John married at E Elim Lutheran Church on J June 25, 1960. Together tthey were blessed with two d daughters, Deborah Sue and J Jill Marie. Donna’s first c career was in banking. She was also a homemaker and crafter. Later in life, she designed and managed The Fowler House vacation rental in Wisconsin Dells. Eventually, she managed and later owned her own retail shop, also in the Dells. Her greatest joy in life was being a grandmother to Madison Marie and Emerson Kate. Her granddaughters were her pride and joy. Together with John, they attended all plays, performances, recitals, concerts, and awards ceremonies of their granddaughters. Donna enjoyed playing cards and Sudoku, gardening, taking trips with her family, crocheting and crafting, and visiting the occasional casino. What we will miss most about our wife/mom/ grandma is her humor, outgoing personality, and generosity. She had a heart of gold. She is preceded in death by her parents: Rudolph and Esther Brackee, two brothers-in-law: William Cain and Gerald Fowler, plus one nephew: David Fowler. Donna is survived by her husband of 59 years: John of Wild Rose, daughters: Deb of Waupun and Jill of Wausau, granddaughters: Madison and Emerson, both of Wausau, three sisters: Joann (Alvin) Tyler, Nancy Cain, and Shirley Ruff, sister-in-law: Renate Fowler, brothers-in-law: Jim (Joanne) Fowler and George (Sue) Fowler. She is also survived by many additional family members and numerous lifelong friends. A Celebration of Life for Donna will take place at 11:00 am on Thursday, November 7, 2019 at Elim Lutheran Church in Range, WI. The visitation will be held from 5 to 7 pm on Wednesday, November 6, 2019 at the Williamson-White Funeral Home in Amery, as well as for the hour prior to the service at church. Interment will be at East Lincoln Cemetery following the service. Please join the family for a luncheon at Elim Lutheran Church afterwards. To sign an online guest book and view a video tribute visit www.williamsonwhite.com. Arrangements were made with the Williamson-White Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Amery.

Stewart, Rev. William “Bill” ascended into the Kingdom of Heaven on Monday, November 4, 2019. Born in Milwaukee in 1942, he spent most of his life living in Wisconsin. After he retired in 2004, he enjoyed many winters in Hot Springs Village, Ark kansas along with many o other Snow-birds from the M Mid-west while continuing t “Summer in Wisconsin” to a he liked to say. The as b bonds of friendship which w were formed meant so much t him, and it was always to d cult to leave, even when diffi k knowing it was time. After graduating from C Carthage College in 1964, h attended Northwestern he Lutheran Theological Seminary. He married his only love, Barbara Susina in June of 1966. He was ordained on June 2, 1968 and served as Pastor in a two-point parish in Washburn Wi and Iron Mountain Michigan. Subsequently, he served as minister at Shepherd of the Lakes in Waupaca WI, Christ the King in Brookfield WI, Bethel in Menominee MI, Bethesda in Dresser (Sand Lake) WI, and finally at Our Savior’s in Stanley, WI. During many of those years, he enjoyed serving as the Parliamentarian at the annual Synod Convention, reportedly because “nobody else wanted to do it”, although he was recognized after his retirement for all the years of serving in that role. Recently, he celebrated the 50th Anniversary of his Ordination. Bill was preceded in death by his wife Barbara (Susina) Stewart, and his parents William (Big Bill) and Winnifred (Winnie). Both of his parents and Barbara were educators, so he established scholarships at each of their Alma Maters in their Honor (Carthage College, Hamline University and St. Olaf College). He is survived by his daughter Lauren Stewart and his brother Todd Stewart (USAF-Ret). Although he didn’t have any grandchildren, he “adopted” many children from his extended family and the local neighborhoods. An avid golfer, although not a very good one (sorry, Dad, I couldn’t help myself), he enjoyed many rounds in many different places. He seemed to enjoy the people he met on the course and at the 19th Hole as much as the golf itself. Scores were tallied (semi-accurately), glasses were raised and laughs were shared. He found himself continuing his Ministry in a different way, but impacted many lives without any vestments or ceremony. He was mystified and humbled at that realization, but found meaning and purpose in those interactions. Always humble, he would never truly appreciate how much he was loved or how much he will be missed. In his last years, he resided at Cedar Community Assisted Living center in West Bend, WI. The friendship, compassion, and extraordinary care he received were truly a Godsend for all of us. When his health deteriorated, he enrolled in Hospice, but was able to remain in his own apartment which had become home to him. The ultimate blessing we received is that he passed while the Hospice Chaplain was singing Amazing Grace. Visitation will be held on Friday, November 8 from 5-7 pm at Williamson-White funeral home in Amery WI (222 Harriman Ave). Funeral services will be held on Saturday, November 10 at 11:00 (with visitation one hour prior) at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church in Amery, WI (217 Deronda St) with interment to follow at Bethesda Cemetery in Dresser, WI. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to your place of worship, favorite school or college or to Cedar Community Hospice. To sign an online guestbook and view a video tribute please visit www.williamsonwhite.com Arrangements were made with the Williamson – White Funeral Home and Cremation Services in Amery.

Raymond Anthony Wears, age 62 of Amery, died on Thursday, November 7, 2019 at the Amery Hospital & Clinic. Raymond was born on May 20, 1957 in Amery, Wisconsin. His parents were Philip A. Wears and Evelyn C. (Roethle) Wears Jackelen. He graduated ffrom Amery High School iin 1975. He joined the US N Navy upon graduation. A After his tour of duty, he c came back to Amery to live o out his life. He married T Terry O’Neil and to this u union one son, Patrick was b born. Raymond spent most o of his work life at DMA and D Dynatronix, now Process T Technology, where he was c currently employed at the time of his passing on November 7th, 2019. Raymond had a very technical mind and was always improvising and creating. Raymond loved to garden, especially his tomatoes, peppers and flowers and learned his canning skills from his mother. There were many quarts of tomatoes canned as he worked along side his mother and later with his brother, Curtis. Ray practiced and practiced his golf shot. Not saying it helped but he so enjoyed golfing rounds and rounds of golf on weekends at the Amery Golf Course alongside his brother and friends. Ray was the 8th of 8 children. His siblings couldn’t have asked for a better baby brother. He was our master griller for family gatherings. He was the guy we called on for any electrical problem, which included a trip to Montana to completely wire his sister’s new workshop. His card playing prowess left him always the highest bidder in the card game of 500. His philosophy was always the “go big or go home”. While Patrick was growing up, Raymond became very active in the beginning of the Amery Youth Soccer Program. Raymond’s family, friends and co workers would all acknowledge his l expertise and his sense of humor which he displayed to us up to the very time of his passing. What best sums up Raymond’s true character was a citation he received from the US Navy Vice Admiral as follows: “Petty Officer WEARS consistently performed his demanding duties in an exemplary and highly professional manner and directly and significantly contributed to his ship’s electronics readiness. His keen sense of pride and professional dedication served as a catalyst to other members of his work center. He was without peer in his ability to effect rapid repairs to the air and surface search radars and other complex electronics systems. The many extra hours spent by Petty Officer WEARS in seeking out problem areas before casualties occurred and his devotion to duty have been particularly impressive. Petty Officer Wears’ leadership and dedication reflected great credit upon himself and were in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service”. Raymond is survived by his son, Patrick Wears, Ashville, North Carolina; 6 siblings; Karen Henrikson, (Don) Missoula, Montana, Sandra Nihiser (Edward), Amery, Sylvia Kozak (Carl) Hayward, Lois Peper (Stan Proden), Amery, Curtis Wears (Susan) from Amery, WI and Sidney Jones (Lee) Amery and his constant companions, his cats Maggie and Max. Ray will also be greatly missed by his numerous nieces and nephews who so enjoyed being around him. They all felt a special bond with their “Uncle Ray”. He is preceded in death by his Father, Philip Wears, his Mother Evelyn Wears Jackelen, his brother Alan Wears, his nephew, Matthew Kozak and his step father, Charles Jackelen. In lieu of flowers, memorials will be welcome to the Amery Food Shelf, Wears Family and Friends Scholarship or Charity of your Choice. A Mass will be held on Wednesday, November 13, 2019 at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, Amery, Wisconsin at 11 AM with visitation prior from 9 AM to 11 AM. Internment will take place at the Amery Cemetery. You may sign an online guestbook and view a video tribute at www.williamsonwhite.com. Arrangements were entrusted to the Williamson-White Funeral Home and Creation Services in Amery, WI.

Sandra Mathys Sandra Mathys, age 68 of Amery died on Tuesday, November 12, 2019 at Regions Hospital. For further information and to sign on line guest book, please visit www.williamsonwhite.com. Arrangements are being made with the Williamson-White Funeral Home and Cremation Services in Amery.

Don Schuldt Don Schuldt, age 68 of Amery died on Tuesday, November 12, 2019 at his home. For further information and to sign on line guest book, please visit www.williamsonwhite.com. Arrangements are being made with the Williamson-White Funeral Home and Cremation Services in Amery.

Elva Bance Elva Bance, age 97 of Pheonix, AZ died on Tuesday, November 12, 2019 at Horizon Post Acute & Rehab in Glendale, Arizona. For further information and to sign on line guest book, please visit www.williamsonwhite.com. Arrangements are being made with the Williamson-White Funeral Home and Cremation Services in Amery.

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2019 Veterans Day Address BY DERRICK MEYER

Editor’s Note: At Veterans Day observances Nov. 11 at Amery High School, Amery teacher Derrick Meyer gave the address. Here are his comments. It is truly an honor to be here today. I am honored standing here in front of these amazing men and women who have given so much for their Country. This is a day to remember all of the men and women who have put themselves on the line and some even gave the ultimate sacrifice for the ideals that we hold true to our hearts. I served in the 397th Engineering Battalion Army Reserve in Eau Claire, WI as a Medic for 8 years from 19901998. If you have taken my classes before, you know I like to tell stories. Today I would like to tell you a few stories from my military days that tell you what the military has done for me personally and the importance of the military. So today I remember those who have served for these ideals, I remember and thank those that chose to get into harms way. What are these ideals? What is worth dying for and putting yourself on the front lines for? I could go around to each veteran here…I am sure it would be a little different for each one of us. But for me, it was the promise of my way of life and the promise of what I didn’t even have yet. It was for the promise of a dream of things to come. It is a dream that we can live in a land that is free. That you can still speak your mind and someone can disagree with you…and you can still be friends. It is the dream that my kids, and their kids…and even their

kids get to live in this amazing country that in my lifetime…I have seen two presidential elections in which the popular vote winner…lost the electoral vote! And you know what? The next day I woke up and my life was the same that day as it was the day before that! There was no civil war…and if I don’t like it…I get to Vote! Oh boy…I hope you realize how great of thing that is! These are ideals that I believe are and were worth putting my life on the line for! So when I was 18 yrs old, I was shipped off to Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri…we called it Fort Lost in the woods… and that is what is was…it was in the middle of Nowhere in the Ozark Mountains where every hill we climbed was the highest hill I had ever seen and every bug was the size of a chihuaha! That was no lie…one time I remember something biting my back…I slapped it and I heard a crunch! It was tough! It rained every day. I had to learn how to breathe out of my ears because my face was always dragging in the mud! I learned that the only way I was going to survive in a conflict was to trust my leadership, trust my skills that were taught to me and most important to trust each other! My battle buddy was specialist DeLong. I called him DeShort… because he was about this tall! He was extremely short but built like an ox. He was from the Mountains of Kentucky and talked like he had a chew of tobacco in his lip at all times and a super squeeky voice. His favorite subject was to talk about his mama and how she made the best squirrel brains and gravy! .He would say the best thing I did in my life was to divorce my wife and move back in with my mamma…

cause there ain’t nothing better than squirrel brains and gravy! We didn’t have much in common…but he always had my back and I always had his… we had a bond! Drill sargent tucker taught me about bonds….Drill Sargent Tucker was the largest man I have ever seen. He was about 6 foot 7 and had more muscles than Heman. Boy he was big….he was tough…I did not want to mess with Drill Sargent Tucker…it seemed if he knew your name…then you were always in the front leaning rest position…you know what that looks like right? It is a push up…the front leaning position. Well my goal was not to be noticed…so I did everything I was supposed to but made sure I never stood out…. then one day the leader of our platoon was taking rollcall… it was about 6 weeks into the training…the leader said “Private Meyer” I said “ Here Platoon leader” just like always… but then Drill Sargent Tucker stopped our Platoon leader and said “Private Meyer….Private Meyer? Who is Private Meyer? Why do I not know this Private Meyer? Private Meyer…. Yes Drill Sargent!!!! Private Meyer have you been coming to my platoon every day and thinking you were always just going to do the right thing and I was not going to know who you are? No Drill Sargent… Private Meyer…I want you to greet me every morning in the front leaning rest position and greet me with push ups until I say good morning. Yes Drill sargent…so everyday I would do push ups until he finally greeted me. Even on the last day when we graduated and my parents were sitting in the crowd…Private Meyer…why are you not in the front leaning position greeting me? Drill

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Veteran and Amery High School Agriculture instructor, Derrick Meyer addresses students, staff and visitors during Monday’s Veterans Day program.

Sargent Tucker was a tough man but shook my hand on that last day and said it was a pleasure to know me….He said Private Meyer…I know you didn’t think it was important for me to know who you were…but we are a team…it is important for me to know who you are so we can have a bond…a bond I need to depend on if we are to survive in a conflict…If I don’t know you…how can I bond with you? I adopted that philosophy to teaching…I make sure I know all of your names on the first day of class…and if I don’t know you…I’m going to put you in the front leaning position until I do! So we were going through the training and I was feeling pretty tough…maybe even a little cocky. Believe it or not I maxed the physical training test doing 90 push ups in 2 minutes, 84 sit ups and I ran the 2 mile in 11:54. This got me a nice medal and letter from the President of the United States George Bush that I was ready! But what I wasn’t ready for was what happened next. On August 2nd, 1990 when you were only a twinkle in your mammas eye…Sadaam Huusan attacked Kuwait. That was the day that basic training all of a sudden took a step from training to reality. My battle buddy was given papers and in 2 hours he was shipped off with his unit. I got just a second before he left and he said “ don’t worry about me” I have my God, my family and the best military in the world behind me.” And then he said enjoy your family! Not sure what happened to

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Matthew Knutson, an Amery High School Senior, who is enlisting in the United States Air Force gave the Presidential Proclamtion.

DeLong since…we didn’t have facebook and Instagram and not sure if I will ever see him again….but I miss him and will never forget him. The Military taught me a lot of things. It taught me I can deal with a lot more than I thought…it taught me there is no excuse for not trying hard and to work until the job is done…but probably the most important lesson was in my 4th year of college. It was the last day of classes and SEE VETERANS DAY, PAGE 17

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The Amery High School Choir, under the direction of Kari Moskal, perform “The Road Home” by Stephen Paulus.

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Meredith Enjian directs the Amery High School band as they perform “American Flourish” by Robert W. Smith.

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one of my professors came in and said Derrick..I have some bad news…your internship just fell through. I was planning to go to my 2 weeks for the military and then start this job. I was a little distraught but I couldn’t do much about it. About 1 week into my training at Fort McCoy…I think my unit was blowing up some claymores that day… that was always fun…we were eating lunch and all of sudden a Humvee came up to us…and two mp’s came out of the vehicle. For those of you that are not in the military…mp stands for military police. They said…is specialist Meyer here? They picked me up…not usually a good thing when MP’s pick you up. They took we to Goodhue, MN…4 hours away…they fed me, gave me a suit and I interviewed for an internship. They told me I got the job and would start in a week when I got back from my military training. Still a little confused about the entire situation I finally found out that General Matteson set this up for me…he was one of my professors at the University of River Falls…. Didn’t even know he was in the military…let alone a General! When I went to office to thank him…..he just said that is what we do in the military we serve our own. General Mattison really took this to heart. He believed it was his duty to make everyones life a little better whether they were in the military or not. I am not the only one he helped. I cannot imagine how many people he helped in his day…he was a true example of a selfless service leader and something I strive for each and every day. I hope you get the jist of what I am saying. The military was an amazing time of my life…it gave me life skills that taught me to work hard, never give up, create bonds and remember to serve others. It also taught me the importance of our ideals and we must have people that will stand up for our coun-

try. Specialist DeLong, Drill Sargent Tucker, General Matteson and Staff Sargent Olson are some really important people that made an impact in my life….I want to not only thank them for their service but for the character they instilled in me. I know that all of you know someone in the military…please recognize those people today and thank them for their selfless gift to all of us. I would like to leave with part of a poem that James Schekelman wrote in 2004. It is called, I, American I, American, have been beaten, and tattered, and torn I am multi-colored, and millions strong Yet, when it comes time to call, I am sisters and I am brothers At times I will weep, and at others I will share a smile Never again will I be unwary, and never will I falter I am one made up of many I represent a belief that each person deserves a chance Regardless of race, religion or wealth I am many years old Though my values are constantly being born, To each wide-eyed child I am an opportunity Waiting to be taken, I, American will fly high and rise above, I, American will defend, and I will survive, It is with a heavy heart that I must leave, Yet I know I must do what is right I have pledged to serve, to protect and if need be, fight I am full of freedom and perseverance I am the postal carrier, the grocery clerk, the waitress I am someone you know and someone you love I am a little boy you raised on the farm I am the little girls with pretty pink bows in her hair I am America, as are you and that is why I must honor and obey my country Thank you.

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VFW members Eldon Sanders and Jim Thompson are shown with High School Principal Josh Gould, teacher Emily Larson and Auxiliary members Judy Sanders and Peg Gillespie while donations were given for the school’s project of Military Care Packages. APRIL ZIEMER | AMERY FREE PRESS

Emily Larson’s FCCLA and AHS Warrior catering students provided breakfast for Veterans Monday morning before the school’s Veterans Day program.

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Students Tavis Bader (back) and Kobe Stinson are shown sitting down for Veterans Day breakfast and visiting with Verneil Johnson (back) and Millie Roberts.

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Clear Lake wraps up perfect season with State Title BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER

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Coaches and teammates cheer on players from the sidelines during their second State game.

Entering the WIAA state volleyball tournament as the only undefeated team in any division, Clear Lake demonstrated exactly why it is the best team in the state on Nov. 9 in Green Bay as it won the WIAA Division 4 State Volleyball Championship with a 25-15, 25-17, 25-16 sweep of third-ranked defending state champion Catholic Central. The Warriors finished the season with a perfect 38-0 record and made good on the school's first ever state tournament appearance by bringing home the gold ball. It was a total team effort as the Warriors compiled 36 kills while allowing just 24 kills by the Hilltoppers - who were looking for their seventh state title in eight state tournament appearances. They also added

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Madison Zimmer sets the ball up for teammates to soar to the other side.

Warriors sweep Newman Catholic in semiďŹ nal BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER

Clear Lake's volleyball team made it just another day at the office on Nov. 8 in Green Bay as it swept Newman Catholic, 25-21, 25-20, 25-8 in its first-ever WIAA Division 4 State Semifinals. The undefeated Warriors were anything but intimidated by the fact the Newman Catholic had a storied history at the state volleyball tournament,

where it has made 12 appearances and and claimed four consecutive state titles amid it's current streak of nine straight state qualifying seasons. Maggie Rosen racked up 14 kills, a solo block and two block assists to guide her team at the net. Julianna Rosen added 10 kills and 8 digs. While the Rosens were pounding away above the net, Madison Zimmer was feeding them the ball

and compiled 32 assists in the process. Zimmer also led the team in service aces, with four, and tacked on 11 digs. Lizzie Rosen posted a team-high 15 digs and managed four kills. Rayne Vangsness contributed seven kills, three aces and seven digs. And Brooklyn Tolzman also notched three aces and nine digs. Maddie Rosen tallied two kills, two solo blocks and two block assists.

in nine service aces, two solo blocks, six block assists and 48 digs, dominating the Hilltoppers in every statistical category. Guiding the Warriors at the net were Maggie Rosen and Julianna Rosen, who posted 13 and 10 kills, respectively. Madison Zimmer dished out 30 assists and three service aces. Rayne Vangsness made the Toppers think twice at the net as she collected two block assists and a solo block. Lilyan Hacker and Zimmer also took care of business defensively with 14 and 10 digs, respectively. Also contributing to the winning effort were Lizzie Rosen (three kills, two aces, nine digs), Brooklyn Tolzman (five digs, one ace), Maddie Rosen (six kills) and Sam Haley (one ace).

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It was a outpouring of excitement and emotions for the girls after capturing the State Championship game in three matches.

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OLD-FASHIONED HOT CHOCOLATE Combine in large container: 3/4 c. cocoa powder 3/4 c. sugar 1/4 tsp. salt Use right away or put into airtight container. When ready to make cocoa, heat to simmering: 4 c. water the cocoa mixture Simmer on low for 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, then add: 8 c. milk (half and half, regular, low-fat, etc.) Stir and remove from heat. Put into mugs and add some of the marshmallows into each of the mugs: 48 mini marshmallows Makes 12 cups.

Never put in raw frozen meat into a slow cooker. Thaw it in the refrigerator first. If the meat has cooked before, it can be put in partially thawed., then add the other ingredients. If youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re out of butter and need to bake something quickly, substitute 1/2 c. applesauce for 1 c. butter. Texture will not be quite the same, etc. but it could get you thru a difficult situation without going out to buy butter. If you have to cut a cake in two for layering, use dental floss instead of a knife to cut it horizontally. Take a long piece of dental floss and twist a bit around your first finger on each hand and proceed to cut the cake in layers pulling the dental floss toward you. You will have less crumbs than cutting with a knife.

1 tsp. pumpkin pie spice 1/2 tsp. salt Fold in the whipped cream. Spread the softened ice cream onto baked pie crust. Spread the pumpkin mixture on top of the ice cream. Cover and freeze 3 hours or more. When ready to serve, remove pie from freezer and let thaw while making the caramel topping. Combine in saucepan, bring to a boil, then simmer for 5 minutes: 1 c. light brown sugar 1/2 c. white corn syrup 1/2 c. water Remove from heat, add and stir to combine: 1 tsp. vanilla Let cool until just warm and drizzle over the pie or over individual pieces. If you donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have a lot of time, use store-bought caramel ice cream topping and drizzle on top of pie or pie pieces. Serves 6.

RECENT BIRTHS AMERY HOSPITAL & CLINIC Paisley Marie Mosay Paisley Marie Mosay, baby girl, 9 lbs, was born October 1 to Ashley Matrious and Carlos Mosay of Luck.

Fall and early winter is a time for pumpkins. These scones will please anyone who likes the taste of pumpkin.

Everett Marcel Bellefeuille PUMPKIN SCONES

If you like meatballs and gravy, this is a good recipe to try.

CROCKPOT MEATBALLS AND GRAVY Put into your crockpot: two pounds of frozen cooked meatballs, partially thawed in refrigerator Add: 1 can (10 oz.) cream of mushroom soup (with roasted garlic) 1 c. water 1 pkg. dry turkey gravy mix 1/2 tsp. dried thyme 2 bay leaves Cover and cook on LOW for 6-8 hours or HIGH for 3-4 hours. Discard bay leaves. Serve over cooked potatoes, noodles, rice, etc. Serves 4-6. Holiday baking season is quickly approaching. This sugar cookie mix will have you ready to bake anytime you want.

SUGAR COOKIE MIX Combine: 1-1/4 c. sugar 3 c. flour 1 tsp. soda 1 tsp. salt Put into airtight container until ready to use. When ready to make cookies, combine: 1 c. butter, softened 3 beaten eggs 1 tsp. vanilla The sugar cookie mix above Stir until just combined. Roll into a ball and refrigerate for 1-3 hours or until ball is firm. Put ball onto lightly floured surface and roll out to 1/4" thickness. Cut out cookies in shapes you want. Put onto cookie sheets and bake at 400Ë&#x161; for 5-6 minutes or when cookies are firm on the edges but not yet browned, they are done. Let stay on cookie sheets 2 minutes then remove to wire racks to cool completely and then decorate how you want. Hint: This makes a nice gift to give. Put the mix into an airtight pretty jar/container and add a bow. Print instructions on how to make the cookies and attach it to the container/ribbon. This pumpkin pie is a frozen pie so make it ahead and then freeze it. It is a good choice for a pumpkin dessert for your special meal.

SUNDAE PUMPKIN PIE You will need 1 9" deep dish pie shell, baked. Let soften: 3 c. vanilla ice cream Whip: 1 c. whipping cream Combine in bowl: 1-1/4 c. sugar 1 c. canned pumpkin

Beat together: 1/4 c. butter, softened slightly 1/4 c. sugar Add and mix until combined: 1 egg 2 T. corn syrup Stir in: 1 c. cooked pumpkin Combine: 2-2/3 c. flour 2 tsp. cream of tartar 1 tsp. soda Pinch of salt 1/2 tsp. nutmeg Pinch ground ginger Add half of the flour mixture to the butter mixture and combine. Add the rest of the flour mixture and 1/3 c. milk to make a soft dough. If it seems sticky, add just a bit of flour. Knead the mixture just a little on a lightly floured surface. Pat the dough out into a rectangle about 3/4â&#x20AC;? thick. Cut into 12 pieces with a floured knife and put onto a lightly greased cookie sheet. Bake at 435Ë&#x161; for about 20 minutes or until lightly browned. Hint: If you wish, you could add some raisins or currents. Dust with a bit of powdered sugar when serving, if desired.

Everett Marcel Bellefeuille, baby boy, 9 lbs 14 oz, was born October 7 to Cassandra and Jordan Beleefeuille of Cumberland.

Ollie Jackson Johnston Ollie Jackson Johnston, baby boy, 9 lbs 6 oz, was born October 11 to Nicole and Jack Johnston of Amery.

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8:15 am Amery Housing Authority Meeting at the AHA Office 5:30 pm Polk County Democrats at the Dresser Pizzeria 6:30 pm Bingo at the VFW Hall

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AMERY COMMUNITY EDUCATION Copies of the fall catalog can be found at the Amery and Deer Park public libraries, all four schools and other area locations. Pre-register and learn more through Amery Community Ed online at www.amerysd.k12.wi.us or by calling 715-268-9771 x220. A Wilderness Eden: Credit for creation of the annual Thanksgiving holiday is given to the pious, blackgarbed Pilgrims who landed at Plymouth Rock in 1620. Nothing about that legend is true. They came to America to establish a new world order. This onenight class examines the Pilgrim myth, how they wove their ideals into the story of America, and their influences on our history. Nov 21 from 6-7:30 p. Fee $15, pre-register. Bob Ross Easy Oil Painting: â&#x20AC;&#x153;Winter Wonderâ&#x20AC;? Join a certified Bob Ross instructor for the joy of painting! You will use oil and all supplies are provided. View a color sample of â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Winter Wonderâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; on the Community Ed online registration description. Monday, Dec 2 from 5:30-9:30 p. Fee $59, pre-register with Community Ed. Snowmobile Safety â&#x20AC;&#x201C; DNR: If born on or after 1/1/1985 and at least age 12, you must have completed a safety

certificate in order to operate a snowmobile in WI. Age 11+ can take the class, but the certificate is not valid until the child is age 12. Must be present for all 3 classes: Dec 2, 3 & 5 from 5:30-8:30 p. Fee $10, pre-register and pay in advance to Amery Community Ed. OPEN GYMS

Basketball Winter Recreation for Youth and Families: For boys and girls grades 4-12. Families are encouraged to participate together. Younger children are welcome when accompanied by parents. Bring your own ball; enter through North doors. No fee. Sundays through March 15 from 1:30-3:30 p in the Middle School gym Open Gym for Families sponsored by PowerUp: Open gyms are a chance for kids and families to bounce a ball, shoot some hoops, play catch or just run around and be active together. For families with children of all ages. Parents/Guardians must stay in the gym with the children. Select Sundays: Nov 17, Dec 1 & 15, Jan 5 & 19, Feb 2 & 16, Mar 1 from 1:30-3:30 p in the Intermediate School â&#x20AC;&#x201C; enter through the doors facing

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Rumble Jumble Open Gym sponsored by PowerUp for toddlers and preschoolers to run, burn energy, and have fun. Balls, scooters, mats, and other gym equipment available. Parents/Guardians are expected to stay in the gym. Child care providers welcome. No fee â&#x20AC;&#x201C; just show up. Tuesdays through March when school is in session from 11 -11:45 a. Intermediate School. Adult Rec Basketball: Team league play in the Middle School on Wednesdays, Nov 6 through April 15. The first few weeks the gym will be open from 6-9 for open gym, to form teams, to join teams, or to come practice with your already-formed team. Team fee: $90 due to Community Ed. by Dec 4. To get your team on the play schedule or to inquire about teams, call Community Ed at 715.268.9771 x220 Pickleball - Open Gym: Join us on Wednesday nights to play the fastest growing recreational sport in the nation. Wednesdays through March (closed Nov 27, Dec 25 & Jan 1)) from 6-8 p in the High School. No fee â&#x20AC;&#x201C; just show up.

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AMERY AREA COMMUNITY CENTER Gratitude! What is Gratitude? According to Oxford dictionary gratitude is “the quality of being thankful; readiness to show appreciation for and to return kindness.” Being grateful can give us a stronger immune system, lower blood pressure, you can have more positive emotions, be more helpful, compassionate, outgoing and you can experience more joy and optimism, according to an article on fiscalfitnessphx.com. Gratitude helps us see the world as being much bigger than ourselves and we can help each other grow personally or in our business. With that said, I am grateful for all of you, my family, friends-old and new- and those I work with on a daily basis. The world is a better place because of you! Our Holiday Bazaar is just around the corner! We are hosting it on Saturday December 7th from 9:00-2:00 we have many vendors and crafters already, if you are interested, please call the office at 715-268-6605 for more information. No duplicate companies, please. • Looking for a fun way to get some exercise this winter? Come in and try some Line Dancing Lessons! They will be on Mondays and Fridays from 10:00-11:30 in the north end of the hall. No fees, the only requirement is, you need to be a member of the center. Stop on in! • Are you looking for a place to host your holiday party for work or family?? Did you know for the cost of $150 (as a member) or $200 (for non-member) you can rent the Amery Area Community Center for birthday parties, weddings, or

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anniversary celebrations, even end of life celebrations? This cost includes the rental of the main hall and use of commercial kitchen. We will also work with profit and nonprofit organizations to help with the perfect meeting place. Call 715-2686605 for available dates. Do you volunteer around our community? Did you know that by telling us your volunteer hours it helps gain grant dollars by showing how active our members are? Please email Jen at aaccjen@ outlook.com or call 715-268-6605 with your hours each month, thank you! Circuit Breaker Members, every month you pay your $10 you will get a punch on our new card and after you have paid for 5 months you get 1 month FREE! That means you will receive 2 FREE months per year! This is our way of saying your health is important to us! Did you know we have all kinds of greeting cards for sale here? They are 25 cents a card and sympathy cards are one dollar. Stop in and check out our variety! Like us on Facebook! Share our postings the more people that know what activities we have happening the better! Search Amery Area Community/ Senior Center Want to get a complete workout in just 30 minutes? Do you enjoy walking on a treadmill? Get all of that for just $10/month if you are a

member of the Amery Area Community Center. Our hours are 7am-4:30pm M-Th & 7am-3pm on Fridays. There are no contracts to lock into and no hidden fees. Come down and check us out! • We always have people asking if there is anything we need here at the Center. We can always use things like stamps, cards, toilet paper, cleaning supplies & baking supplies. We also take rummage sale items all year long. • Monday November 4th Bridge winners were Ione Gjerde in first and Dean Elken took second. • Tuesday November 5th Pool winners were Gary Snelling in first, Les Peterson placed second, Dean Elken took third, Mary Fisher placed fourth, and Jerry Fisher with the consolation prize. • Wednesday November 6th Bridge winners are Frank Segerstrom in first, Ione Gjerde placed second and Pat Talbot took third. • Thursday November 7th Pool winners were Gary Snelling in first, Mary Fisher took second, Gene Pribnow placed third, Dean Elken took fourth and Wendell Anderson with the “boobie” prize. Congratulations to all! Amanda Fisk, Director Jen Tyman, Assistant Director

SELF HELP GROUPS Advance Directive Workshop Workshop. Who Wh would ld make k your healthcare decisions in the event you are unable to? How would this person know what decisions you would want made? Learn more about Advance Directives and how to complete them. Free Advance Directive Workshop will be held the first Wednesday of the month from 10-11 a.m. Wisconsin and Minnesota Advance Directives will be available. Call St. Croix Regional Medical Education Services at 715-483-0431 or 800-642-1336 ext. 2431 to register. Alanon/Alateen (for family and friends of alcoholics) meets Thursday nights 7-8 p.m. at First Lutheran church, Amery. 715-268-8362. Alcoholics Anonymous meets every Monday 7 p.m., Wednesday 10 a.m., Thursday 7 p.m., Friday 7 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m., Sunday 7 p.m. at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, 217 Deronda St., Amery. 715-781-4380 Jason. Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) Tuesdays 7 p.m. at Clear Lake Community Center, VFW Room 123. Richard 715-554-7277, Teresa 612-636-3244. Alcoholics Anonymous meets Monday at noon B.B., Thursdays 10 a.m. at Parkview Methodist church, Turtle Lake. Contact Mike 715-986-2457. Alzheimer’s Support Group. First Wednesday of the month 10 a.m. at Amery Senior Center. Last Tuesday of month 1 p.m. at Good Sam Nursing Home. Sharlene Bellefaille 715-635-6601. Baby & Me. Weekly play and discussion hour for parents and their infants (birth to 12 months). Wednesdays 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Amery Hospital & Clinic, BirthDay Suites Waiting Room. Join at any time. No charge. The Baby Bistro: Breastfeeding Support Group. This free support group encourages, helps and supports women before, during and after breastfeeding. Led by a certified breastfeeding counselor, who is also a registered nurse and a mother of four, attendees learn from, share with, and support other mothers who are breastfeeding. Pregnant women who are considering breastfeeding are strongly encouraged to attend. Every Wednesday from 9 to 10:30 a.m. at Amery Hospital & Clinic, Boardroom, 2nd floor. No fee, no registration required, just stop by. Breast Feeding Support Group. All nursing mothers and babies are invited to participate. Group meets the second Thursday of the month from 10-11:30 a.m. and the fourth Thursday of the month from 6:30-8 p.m. at St. Croix Regional Medical Center. An International Board Certified Lactation Consultant will facilitate the group. Call 715-483-0431 or 800-642-1336 ext. 2431. No charge. C.H.A.D.D. (Children with Attention Deficit Disorder). Parent support group meets the fourth Monday of each month at Firstar Bank board room, Cumberland, 7 p.m. For information call Pat Skinner at 715-822-8422 and leave message. Cancer, Grief & Depression Support Group. A

supportt ggroup tto allow ll people l tto ttalk lk about b t th their i experiences with cancer, grief and depression as well as share mutual support to one another. Second Tuesday of every month at Amery Area Community Center at 1 p.m. You can join at any time and it is free and open to the public. Cancer Support Group meets the second Tuesday of the month at the Amery Public Library at 6 p.m. Caregiver Support Group meets the third Tuesday of every month from 2-3:30 p.m. at the Peace Lutheran Church in Dresser. Contact Barb at ADRC of NW WI at 877-485-2372 for more information. Christian Based Cancer Support Group meets Wednesdays the third Wednesday of the month at the Amery Public Library meeting room at 10 a.m. Everyone is welcome! For more information call 715-268-6957. Compassionate Friends, Tri- County Chapter meets the first Monday of each month at 7 p.m. First Lutheran church, Clear Lake. This group offers support and understanding to families who are grieving the death of a child of any age, from any cause. For more information call 715-263-2739 Domestic Violence (DV) and Sexual Assault (SA) Support Groups and Services. Polk County - S.T.A.R.S. (Surviving Trauma Advocacy Resource Group) Monday 4-5 p.m. in Amery, Tuesday 6-7 p.m. in Osceola, Wednesday 2-3 p.m. in Milltown and Thursday 6-7 p.m. in Milltown. Domestic Violence Education Class every other Wednesday from 10-noon in Milltown. Burnett County - Monday 4-5 p.m. 715-349-7272. Barron County - Thursday 5:30-6:30 p.m. 715-651-4969. For more information call CRA 715-825-4414 or the 24 hour crisis line 1-800-261-7233. All groups are held every week unless noted. Child care is available with some groups. Ask your facilitator prior to the group meeting. Early Stage Alzheimer Support Group. For the diagnosed person and their caregiver. Challenges in early-stage dementia will be discussed, along with therapeutic benefits of family involvement. Sponsored in part by the American Alzheimer’s Association. Meetings are free of charge and open to the public, held at the Amery Centennial Hall the first Wednesday of each month at 10 a.m. Call 715-268-6605 to register. Epilepsy Foundation of Western Wisconsin. Call 1-800-924-2105. Family Child Care Professionals Network. Meets the third Thursday of each month. Contact Beth Neely at 715-483-1482 for more information. All family child care providers are welcome. Families and Parenting. Milltown Parenting Group meets Wednesdays from 1-2 p.m., Milltown Family Group has dinner from 5-5:30 p.m. and F.U.N. from 5-6 p.m. on Thursdays. For more information call CRA 715-825-4414. All groups are held every week unless noted. Child care is available with some groups. Ask your facilitator prior to the group meeting.

Farm Crisis Crisis. Information I f ti on financial, i l mental t l health, h lth legal, job retraining resources. Call 1-800-942-2474. Golden Age Manor Family Council meets the first Saturday of the month at 10 a.m. in the east wing sunporch. GAM is Polk County’s longest operating longterm healthcare facility. The Family Council’s goal is to enhance the lives of the residents beyond what the staff normally does. Grief Share. Have you lost someone close? Grief Share is a Christian based, non-denominational seminar/support group program that will be meeting at Centennial Hall in Amery every Monday at 1 p.m. For information call Bruce 715-268-2176 or 715-268-8360. GriefShare, a non-denominational special help seminar and support group for people experiencing the loss of a loved one is being held at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Amery on Thursdays from 6:30 to 8 p.m. The church is located at 1050 Keller Ave. N. GriefShare features nationally recognized experts on grief recovery topics. Seminar sessions include “Is This Normal?” “The Challenges of Grief,” “Grief and Your Relationships,” “Why?” and “Guilt and Anger.” For more information call St. Joseph Catholic church at 715-268-7717. Head Injury Support Group. Closed head injury, stroke, aneurism or traumatic brain injury which affects your daily living? Learn to cope with your disabilities, provide insight and camaraderie. Second Friday of each month 2-3:30 p.m. Frederic Public Library. Contact Julie Martin 715-327-4474. Memory Cafe. Do you or your loved one have memory concerns or early signs of dementia? Join us at the Amery Memory Cafe where individuals with memory concerns and their care partners, family and friends can laugh, learn and stay connected in a safe atmosphere. The Memory Cafe meets at the Amery Area Community Center the 3rd Thursday of each month from 1-2:30 p.m. Please RSVP to Barb at the ADRC of NW WI at 877-485-2372. Memory Cafe is free to attend, and coffee and snacks are provided. Moms in Prayer International. •Two or more women who meet regularly to pray for their children, their schools, their teachers and administrators. •Mothers, grandmothers or anyone who is willing to pray for a specific child and school. We meet at the Journey Church, 131 Broadway St., Amery, Mondays from 1:302:30 p.m. Contact Jen at 715-268-2223 with questions. (only meets during the school year.) MOPS and MOMsnext (Mothers of Preschoolers) is a group for moms and their kids. Every mom who is pregnant or has a child at home is welcome, accepted, and challenged to meet her potential. Better moms make a better world! For more info go to clmops@hotmail.com. PEPTalk - P(arents)E(ncouraging)P(arents)... exists to encourage, support, and build up a community of homeschool families in Polk County, Wisconsin. We welcome all types of homeschooling families to check

us out! t! PEPTalk PEPT lk activities ti iti happen h throughout th gh t th the month. For more information contact Jenn Dueholm, jenndueholm@yahoo.com or Wendy Dietrich, thedietrichs@amerytel.net. Like us on Facebook under PEPTalk. Polk County Parent-To-Parent Coaliton, a network for parents of children from birth through adulthood who have disabilities or other special needs. For more information about meetings and advocacy support, contact Lynne 715-472-2002. PREGNANT. Need help? Our tests and help are free and conﬁdential. 715-755-BABY (2229). Osceola Life Care Center. Student Assistance Program is for students in the Amery school district who may be having personal or family problems. Strict conﬁdentiality is followed except in cases of danger to self or others. Call 715-2680303 for middle school S.A.P. members or 715-2680214 for high school S.A.P. members. TEENS—Talk before you run. Trained counselors will listen. 1-800-491-8336 or 715-235-8882. TEENCARE. Where teens get help fast. 1-800-4918336. TOPS Club meets Tuesdays 3:30-5 p.m. at the Balsam Lake Municipal Building (under the water tower), Balsam Lake. Contact Sheila 715-857-5892 or just come to a meeting. TOP’s mission is to support our members as they take off and keep off pounds sensibly. Tutors: Free tutors are available to anyone who would like help studying for GED, English as a Second Language (ESL), or with basic skills in reading or math. Call 715-405-7323 to be matched with a local tutor. Weight Loss Club meets Thursdays 8-9 a.m. Our Savior’s Lutheran church, 217 Deronda St., Amery. Bonnie Timm 715-268-2980. Western Wisconsin LYME Education and Support Group meets: fourth Thursday of the month (April through October) at 7 p.m. at Our Savior’s Lutheran church, 217 Deronda St., Amery. (No meetings November through March). Meetings are free of charge and open to the public. For info call Ann 715-268-2856, Paula 715-268-2035, Bonnie 715-268-9557, Sue 715268-6687. Women’s Spiritual Growth Group meets each Thursday from 7-8 p.m. at 931 Pine St., St. Croix Falls. Yoga for Addiction Recovery Y12SR is a 12 step based discussion and yoga practice that is open to anyone and everyone dealing with their own addictive behavior or affected by the addictive behavior of others. All A's are welcome. Great Blue Yoga, 113 Keller Ave N 54001, 6:45 p.m., Tuesdays.

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LUNCH MENUS AMERY SCHOOL DISTRICT Daily Breakfast Offerings: Chex, Cinnamon Toast Crunch, Cocoa Puffs, Honey Nut Cheerios, Chocolate Mini Wheats, Trix or Cheerio Bar-MS/HS Only, String Cheese, Hard Boiled Egg or Sunflower Seeds, Fruit Choices, 100% Orange Juice, 100% Grape Juice, 100% Apple Juice. Milk Choices: Low-fat Milk, Chocolate Skim Milk, Skim White Milk Wednesday, Nov. 13– Breakfast: Yogurt Parfait. Elementary Lunch: Softshell Pork Taco, Ham & Cheese Sandwich, Refried Beans, Garden Bar, Fruit Choices, Spanish Rice. Intermediate Lunch: Softshell Pork Taco, Ham & Cheese Sandwich, Chicken Fajita Salad, Refried Beans, Garden Bar, Fruit Choices, Spanish Rice. Middle School Lunch: Softshell Pork Taco, Deluxe Nachos, Ham & Cheese Sandwich, Chicken Fajita Salad, Refried Beans, Garden Bar, Fruit Choices, Spanish Rice. High School Lunch: Softshell Pork Taco, PB&J Sandwich, Yogurt Lunch, Chicken Fajita Salad, Refried Beans, Salsa, Garden Bar, Fruit Choices, Spanish Rice, Sour Cream, Taco Sauce. Thursday, Nov. 14– Breakfast: UBR. Elementary Lunch: Wisconsin Chili Day! Chili with Roos Beef, Yogurt Combo Lunch, Potato Wedges, Garden Bar, Fruit Choices, Biscuit. Intermediate Lunch: Wisconsin Chili Day! Chili with Roos Beef, Yogurt Combo Lunch, Chicken Fajita Salad, Potato Wedges, Garden Bar, Fruit Choices,

Biscuit. Middle School Lunch: Wisconsin Chili Day! Chili with Roos Beef, Yogurt Combo Lunch, Turkey Hoagie, Chicken Fajita Salad, Potato Wedges, Garden Bar, Fruit Choices, Biscuit. High School Lunch: Wisconsin Chili Day! Chili with Roos Beef, PB&J Sandwich, Yogurt Lunch, Chicken Fajita Salad, Potato Wedges, Garden Bar, Fruit Choices, Homemade Corn Bread. Friday, Nov. 15– Breakfast: Bacon Egg Scramble. Elementary Lunch: Baked Chicken Drummy, Ham & Cheese Sandwich, Corn, Garden Bar, Fruit Choices, Cornbread. Intermediate Lunch: Baked Chicken Drummy, Ham & Cheese Sandwich, Chicken Fajita Salad, Corn, Garden Bar, Fruit Choices, Cornbread. Middle School Lunch: Baked Chicken Drummy, Fish Fillet, Ham & Cheese Sandwich, Chicken Fajita Salad, Corn, Garden Bar, Fruit Choices, Dinner Roll. High School Lunch: Chicken Wing Bar, PB&J Sandwich, Yogurt Lunch, Chicken Fajita Salad, Corn, Garden Bar, Fruit Choices, Dinner Roll. Monday, Nov. 18– Breakfast: Blueberry Yogurt, Strawberry Yogurt, Vanilla Yogurt, Blueberry Muffin, Cinnamon Apple Muffin. Elementary Lunch: Mini Corn Dogs, Turkey Sandwich with Cheese, Baked Beans, Garden Bar, Fruit Choices. Intermediate Lunch: Mini Corn Dogs, Turkey Sandwich with Cheese, Crispy Chicken Salad, Baked Beans, Garden Bar, Fruit Choices. Middle School Lunch: Beef Hot Dog on a Bun, Macaroni & Cheese, Turkey Sandwich with Cheese, Crispy Chicken

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Salad, Baked Beans, Garden Bar, Fruit Choices. High School Lunch: Hot Italian Sub, PB&J Sandwich, Yogurt Lunch, Crispy Chicken Salad, Sweet Potato Waffle Fries, Baked Beans, Garden Bar, Fruit Choices. Tuesday, Nov. 19– Breakfast: Honey Wheat Bagel, Cream Cheese. Elementary Lunch: Pizza Hotdish, Yogurt Combo Lunch, Roasted Cauliflower, Garden Bar, Fruit Choices, Garlic Breadstick. Intermediate Lunch: Pizza Hotdish, Yogurt Combo Lunch, Crispy Chicken Salad, Roasted Cauliflower, Garden Bar, Fruit Choices, Garlic Breadstick. Middle School Lunch: Pizza Hotdish, Chicken Patty on a Bun, Yogurt Combo Lunch, Crispy Chicken Salad, Mixed Veggies, Garden Bar, Fruit Choices, Garlic Breadstick. High School Lunch: Pizza Hotdish, PB&J Sandwich, Yogurt Lunch, Crispy Chicken Salad, Garden Bar, Fruit Choices, Twister Bread Stick.

CLEAR LAKE SCHOOL DISTRICT Wednesday, Nov. 13– Elementary Breakfast: Breakfast Cereal & Graham Crackers or Pancake Sausage Stick with Syrup, Fruit Juice, Fruit, Milk Choice. Elementary Lunch: “Oodles of Noodles” with Meat Sauce or Chicken Alfredo, Breadstick, Garden Salad Bar, Pears, Milk Choice. High School Breakfast: Cereal, Zee Zee Bar, Muffin, Yogurt, Sausage, Egg and Cheese Sandwich*, Gripz Graham Crackers, Lemon Bread. High School Lunch: Penne Pasta with Meat Sauce or Chicken Alfredo, Breadstick, Caesar Salad, Steamed Broccoli, Slushie Fruit Cup, Apples, Milk. Thursday, Nov. 14– Elementary Breakfast: Breakfast Cereal or Oatmeal, Cereal Bar, Fruit Juice, Fruit, Milk Choice. Elementary Lunch: Mandarin Orange Chicken or Popcorn Chicken, Chow Mein Noodles, Rice, Green Beans, Carrots/Dip, Pineapple, Fruit Juice, Fortune Cookie, Milk.

High School Breakfast: Cereal, Cheese Omelet, Muffin, Lemon Bread, Pancakes, Nutri Grain Bar, Yogurt Parfait. High School Lunch: Mandarin Orange Chicken or Chicken Smackers, Chow Mein Noodles, Rice, Green Beans, Carrots/Dip, Applesauce, Pineapple, Fortune Cookie, Milk. Friday, Nov. 15– Elementary Breakfast: Breakfast Cereal or Cinnamon Roll, Hard Cooked Egg, Fruit Juice, Fruit, Milk Choice. Elementary Lunch: Ham & Cheese Sub or PB&J Uncrustable, Fresh Vegetables, Chips, Grapes, Mandarin Oranges, Milk Choice. High School Breakfast: Cereal, Yogurt, Gripz Graham Crackers, Cinnamon Roll, Pop Tart, Sausage Links. High School Lunch: Ham & Cheese or Grilled Chicken Sub, Fresh Vegetables, Tangy Broccoli Salad, Grapes, Strawberries, Chips, Milk Choice. Monday, Nov. 18– Elementary Breakfast: Breakfast Cereal or Oatmeal, Fruit, Chocolate or Blueberry Muffin, Fruit Juice, Milk Choice. Elementary Lunch: Cheese Pizza or Turkey & Cheese Wrap, Garden Salad Bar, Mandarin Oranges, Slushie Fruit Cup, Milk Choice. High School Breakfast: Cereal, Yogurt, Muffin, Lemon Bread, Cereal Bar, French Toast Sticks, Sausage Link. High School Lunch: Cheese Pizza or Ham & Cheese Wrap, Steamed Corn, Garden Salad Bar, Grapes, Applesauce, Milk Choice. Tuesday, Nov. 19– Elementary Breakfast: Breakfast Cereal or Mini Cinni, Smoothie, Fruit Juice, Fruit, Milk Choice. Elementary Lunch: Turkey & Gravy with Biscuit or PB&J Uncrustable, Mashed Potatoes, Steamed Corn, Cranberries, Applesauce, Milk Choice. High School Breakfast: Cereal, Hard Cooked Egg, Muffin, Lemon Bread, Donut Holes, Cheese Stick, Smoothie, Pop Tart. High School Lunch: Turkey & Gravy with Biscuit or Peanut Butter Sandwich, Mashed Potatoes, Steamed Carrots, Sliced Pears, Caisins, Milk Choice.

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The Amery Free Press will have special publication dates and deadlines during the Thanksgiving holiday . . . *MONDAY, NOV. 25 issue . . . deadline is Thursday, Nov. 21, at 4 p.m. for the Amery Free Press and The Tab *TUESDAY, DEC. 3 issue . . . deadline is Monday, Dec. 2, at noon for the Amery Free Press and The Tab

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AMERY AREA PUBLIC LIBRARY Fall Storytime: (10:30 am) Wednesdays, weekly (no storytime Nov 27). All ages. Stories, music, action rhymes, and a craft! Drop-in program; no registration. Homeschool Club: (9:30 & 10:30 am). 2nd Friday, monthly. All ages. 9:3010:30 am: Younger kids storytime & craft. 10:30-11:30 am: Tweens & Teens activity (session is intended for strong readers--grade 3+). Drop-in; no registration. Junior Book Club: (4:00 pm) Last Monday of every other month (odd months). Grades 2-3. Talk about a book, do a fun activity, and have a snack. Copies of the book are available at the Amery Library circulation desk (you don’t need to place your own hold). Read the book prior to book club and come ready to discuss it. November 25th: Chocolate Fever by Robert Kimmel Smith. Registration required. Sign up at amerylibrary.org/ kids Teen Tuesdays: (4:00 pm) 1st Tuesday, monthly. Grades 6-12. December 3: Yarn cap & reindeer ornaments. Make your own mini winter cap out of yarn. Warm up with a yummy hot chocolate treat station, too! Registration strongly encouraged. Sign up at amerylibrary.org/teens Art Club for Kids: (4:00 pm) 2nd Monday, monthly (no November club!). Grades 4K-2. December 9: Watercolor Snowmen. Registration required. Sign up at amerylibrary.org/kids Tween Art Remix: (4:00 pm) 2nd Tuesday, monthly. Grades 3-5. An art

program just for tweens in grades 3-5! December 10: Melted crayon orbs. Registration required. Sign up at amerylibrary.org/kids Tween Book Club: (4:00 pm) Last Monday of every other month (even months). Grades 3-5. Talk about a book, do a fun activity, and have a snack. Copies of the book are available at the Amery Library circulation desk (you don’t need to place your own hold). Read the book prior to book club and come ready to discuss it. December 30th: Because of Mr. Terupt by Rob Buyea. Registration required. Sign up at amerylibrary.org/kids

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. Scott Spoolman: Wisconsin State Parks: Thursday, November 14th @ 5:30 PM at the Amery Area Public Library. Join us for our much-anticipated rescheduling of Scott’s presentation! Scott will share how the impressive bluffs, valleys, waterfalls, and lakes of Wisconsin’s State Parks provide more than beautiful scenery and recreation. There will be time for Q & A afterwards and even some geology-themed treats! Free program, no registration required! Third Thursday Crafting: Thursday, November 21st at 5:30 PM at the Amery Area Public Library. This month, we will make our own Gratitude Journals! FREE program, please register on our website.

Books & Brews: Holiday Edition! Thursday, December 5th at 6:30 PM at Amery Ale Works. We’ll have a combo book discussion and Holiday party. I’m so excited to celebrate the end of our second year of Books & Brews, and to raise a toast to all of you lovely people who are making this such a success! Bring a snack or treat to share, if you wish, but your company is all we really need! Winter DIY Crafting Fair: Saturday, December 14th from 10 AM-1PM at the Amery Area Public Library. Calling all crafters! Come by our “Third Thursday’ Open House-style Craft Fair. There will be crafting stations set up featuring some of our greatest hits from 2019 plus a few new ones. Come with friends and enjoy some treats while you work! No registration required, crafting while supplies last! 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 November is The Summer Before the War by Helen Simonson.

Book sales – The Friends of the Library Book Sale will be held on Thursday, December 5th from 4:00-6:30 PM. “Friends of the Library” may shop early (from 3-4). The Book Sale will also be held Saturday, December 7th from 9:00 AM - 1:30 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 Thurs. 9 am – 7 pm, Fri. 9 am – 6 pm, and Sat. 9 am – 2 pm

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home. Wouldn’t it be nice to enjoy the antics of a kitten over the winter months? All of these kittens are ready to meet you at the shelter or online. One cat, four dogs and three puppies went home last week. Gentle and Friendly Cleo, featured as our Halloween Black Cat, curled up in the arms of an elderly gentleman. They became fast friends. Puppies remain available this week. Lynne and Judy are Heinz 57 large breed pups. Lynne is a curious, outgoing puppy with a White and Tan coat. Judy is Black and Brindle and she likes to cuddle. These two are growing up fast. They have been at the shelter for two weeks and their legs seem to grow an inch each day. Also available are four smaller puppies, all boys. The litter was unplanned and surrendered to the shelter by the breeder. Pippin and Took are mostly Black with some white markings. Sam is Black and White; Frodo is Tri-Color. They are Feist Terriers, similar to a Jack Russell Terriers in look and activity level, slightly larger. Feist Terriers have smooth coats, ears that will either stand up or remain folded, natural half tails and will mature to 20

– 30 pounds. They are natural squirrel hunters, a rambunctious dog looking for adventure in the great outdoors. Fiests have a ton of personality and heaps of energy. They make great hiking, hunting and family companions. Though Arnell has an abundance of kittens and puppies right now, there are also a hand full of adult cats and dogs – all very loving individuals. Beckett is a shy German Shepherd Mix. Ellie, a four year old Yellow Lab and Lola, a Wirehair Chihuahua Terrier Mix,

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November has so much to offer The month of November is in full swing, and like I have said before, hang on to your hats and enjoy the ride! The Amery Community Club’s Christmas Punch Promotion has begun. Here is how it works…Each time you shop at a participating Amery business, you will receive a punch on your card for each $10 purchase(up to 5 punches per visit). Once your card is filled please sign your name and phone number on it, and drop your card off at the Amery Free Press, Dick’s Fresh Market, Worn Again, or Chet Johnson Drug. Each week beginning on Monday, November 18, there will be a drawing for 5 lucky winners of $50 Amery Scrip Money plus the grand prize drawing is on December 16 for 10 winners of $50 Amery Scrip Money. Good Luck and thanks for shopping local! The 12th Annual Parade of Lights & Light Up The Town in Amery is scheduled for Tuesday, Pounding November 26. The theme this year the is “Old Fashioned Pavement Holidays”. The parade line-up begins at Pam Humpal 5pm at Soldiers Field with a 6pm start down Harriman Ave to Soo Line Park. Businesses, organizations, families, individuals, etc are welcome to have a float/display in the parade. Please call 715-268-3315 to register. Pictures with Santa will be available that night from 4:30-7pm in Soo Line Park. You will receive a FREE 4x6 photo with a donation to Operation Christmas or 2 non-perishable food items for the area food shelf. Picture packages are available from Cahill Studios. The Amery Fire Department will once again host their delicious Chili Feed at the fire hall from 5-8pm with a freewill donation. A bonfire will follow the parade. A new event this year is asking the community to assist in Lighting Up The Town by adopting space in Soo Line Park for their business, organization or family to decorate for the holidays. Decorating of your spot may begin on Friday, November 15, and must be complete by Monday, November 25. This would be a great way to promote your business or organization. Please reserve your spot by calling 715-268-3315. The 34th Annual Amery Holiday Stroll is set for Saturday, December 7, from noon-4pm. That afternoon is a wonderful opportunity for Amery businesses to open their doors for strollers to come in for treats,

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specials, gift viewing, and just to visit. Participating businesses can be identified with a special big red bow on their front door. Strollers can also enjoy FREE hot dogs & hot chocolate in Soo Line Park with free-will donations to the Amery Area Food Pantry, horse & wagon rides in Soo Line Park, caroling by the Indianhead Chorus, and Santa Claus checking to see if you have been naughty or nice. Amery businesses wishing to join the fun for the Amery Holiday Stroll should please give me a call at 715-268-8101. And mixed in with all of that is another Wisconsin holiday…Deer Hunting. The season begins on Saturday, November 23. Good Luck Hunters! The annual AFP Winter Sports section will be published on Monday, November 25, featuring athletes from Amery, Clayton and Clear Lake. Area businesses who would like to wish the high school kids good luck with their season should please give me a call today at 715-268-8101. Gobble, Gobble, Gobble! Here’s your chance to win a delicious turkey from area businesses. Simply clip the entry forms found in this issue, fill in your information, and drop the entry form off at the corresponding business. Drawings will be held on Friday, November 22, at noon with winners announced in the paper on Monday, November 25. Good Luck! In observance of Thanksgiving Day, the Amery Free Press office will be closed on Thursday and Friday, November 28 and 29. That week the paper will be published on Monday, November 25, with a deadline of Thursday, November 21, at 4pm for the Amery Free Press and The Tab. The issue of Tuesday, December 3, will have a deadline of Monday, December 2, at noon for the Amery Free Press and The Tab. Thank you in advance for your cooperation with the early deadlines.

Congratulations to this week’s AFP football winners…having a tie with 7 correct was Keith Luehman, Amery, and Briana Schock, Amery with picking Packers by 7 points; and Bryan Rubendall, Amery, and Eric Silvis, Amery, with Packers by 9 points. Other entries with 7 correct were Paul Baardseth and Don Springer. This is your last chance to win the AFP Football Contest for this year. Get your entries in today, and Good Luck! Happy Birthday to my grandson, Graeme, who will be 6 years old on November 15. He knows the names of each dinosaur and can tell you what they eat and don’t eat, he loves Legos, enjoys playing hide and seek with Grandma, and is a wonderful big brother! Enjoy your special day Graeme! Congratulations to the Clear Lake Volleyball Team on winning the Division 4 State Championship this past weekend, and for having an undefeated season…that is very cool! Way to go girls and coaches! Also, Congratulations to the Luck Football Team for earning their way to the WIAA State 8-player Tournament. The championship game is on Saturday, November 16, at 1pm at Dorais Field in Chippewa Falls vs Newman Catholic.

Very proud of the Luck team and coaches for a fun and outstanding season…Good Luck on Saturday! Saturday night I had the opportunity to attend the Amery High School musical-“Fiddler On The Roof”. It was awesome! We have some very talented kids in Amery. Thank you for a great performance. Small town kindness strikes again…I stopped to get gas the other night, and realized I had left my debit card at home, so I proceeded to write out a check. For some reason my check and the machine did not like each other so I was standing at the counter without a way to pay for my gas…if you have never been in that situation, it is a terrible feeling. Luckily Brian Gille happened to be in line behind me and very kindly offered to pay for my purchase. Thank you Brian for coming to my rescue! What a beautiful Full Moon! It’s always fun to see the moon but this one is a little more special to us as we celebrate Dave’s Heavenly Birthday. Sunday we released some balloons at the cemetery with family and friends in memory of Dave, a truly wonderful guy! Have a great week…and be kind to one another!

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Holiday Stroll Cooperating businesses will open their doors on Saturday, December 1, affording shoppers an opportunity to drop by for in-store treats and door prizes. No pressure...no hustle...just a chance to become better aquainted with hometown facilities and create a better understanding of the many products and services available in this community.

Merchants will receive a Large Red Bow attatched to their door to identify their cooperation.

Strollers will be treated to... Horse & Wagon Rides • Santa Claus Carolers • Gifting Previews Hot Dogs & Hot Chocolate in Soo Line Park (Free will offering for the Amery Area Food Pantry) Businesses interested in participating are reminded that advertising deadline for the publication is Nov. 20. Give Pam a call at 715-268-8101.

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AREA BOWLING SCORES Club 53, Amery THURS-FRI NIGHT LADIES Division 1 Amery Fire Department .................107 Northwest Communications ........105 Chet Johnson Drug ............................90 Division 2 Club 53 ..............................................104.5 Carlson SV ...........................................104 Better Self Wellness ......................89.5 High Games: Linda Mullendore 193189, Gwen Wold 165, Lori Dieckman 156, Karen Gorres 156. High Series: Linda Mullendore 515, Gwen Wold 456, Lori Dieckman 433. MONDAY NIGHT MEN Week 9 of 32 Division 1 Shoreview ...........................................104 Tac Two ............................................. 66.5 Division 2 Garyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Electric.................................108.5 Dickâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Fresh Market ............................ 81 High Games: Jim Knutson 205, Jim Swanson 205-238-269, Todd Zemke 244. High Series: Jim Knutson 555, Jim Swanson 712, Todd Zemke 556.

High Games: Scott Sorenson 212, Kelly Fitzgerald 229, Bill Peterson 225-201, Will Schaffer 234-247-214. High Series: Bill Peterson 611, Will Schaffer 695

192-187, Judy Ullom 179, Karen DeGolier 176, Shannon Bents 173, Heidi Van Heuklom 163, Mitzi Hawkins 162. High Series: Lori Larson 570, Renee Glowe 529, Michelle Hollister 510, July Ullom 488, Karen DeGolier 458.

WEDNESDAY NIGHT MEN Week 10 of 32 Division 1 Preferred Lawn................................. 100 Alibi.........................................................80 Division 2 Club 53 ...............................................107.5 Amery Fire Department ................61.5 High Games: Dave Fox 200, Billy Vierkandt 246, Jerod Wollan 215-204, Dan Boe 205, Beau Gorres 235. High Series: Dave Fox 562, Billy Vierkandt 629, Jerod Wollan 569, Beau Gorres 600.

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MONDAY NIGHT LADIES Week 10 of 28 Countyline Dairy................................. 54 Spare Time........................................... 54 Bowlin Buddies...................................50 Austadâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s .................................................47 Clear Lake Auto ..................................46 Little Debbies ........................................41 LakePlace.com ................................... 36 Beckerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Trucking ................................32 High Games: Michelle Hollister 213, Lori Larson 211-205, Renee Glowe

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In loving memory of EDGAR JAMES STESNIAK 11-23-1903 - 5-16-1998 ESTHER RUTH STESNIAK 8-30-1917 - 11-10-1998 FREDERICK LOUIS STESNIAK 5-28-1938 - 11-04-1992 Remembered with love today and everyday and missed without measure. You live on in our hearts and memories. Hank, Micki, Katy, Ed, John and Gerri

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TUESDAY NIGHT LADIES Week 10 of 29 Spare Time........................................... 56 Sexy Mamas ........................................48 Range Fire Department ...................40 The Dead Ends.................................... 36 Charlieâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Place ..................................... 36 Red Cedar Accounting ...................... 36 True Value..............................................35 Citizens State Bank ............................33 High Games: Renee Glowe 258, Sherri Munkelwitz 255, Orreen Nottom 224, Cheryl Harshman 218, Lori Larson 193, Heidi VanHeuklom 193, Sam Munkelwitz 192, Shannon Bents. High Series: Renee Glowe 633, Sherri Munkelwitz 594, Cheryl Harshman 547, Talea Schneider 530, Orreen Nottom 524, Barb Weiss 520, Lori Larson 520, Heidi VanHeuklom 511.

WEDNESDAY NIGHT MEN Week 10 of 30 Division 1 Hotel Bar & Grill ............................240.5 Hoffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Construction ..........................182 Austads Super Valu.......................175.5 Dancaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Kar Korral ............................148 Division 2 Perfect Image ...................................230 Clear Lake True Value ................... 177.5 Cumberland Tire ...............................165 Leftyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hookers..................................163 Division 3 7 Brothers ........................................199.5 Spare Time....................................... 191.5 Scheps Dairy ....................................175.5 Beckerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Trucking .............................. 132 Division 4 Sanmina ..............................................158 Busy Bâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ................................................152 Eagles Lounge....................................150 Anderson Storage ............................ 132 High Games: Soctt Danca 279, Todd Zemke 278, Brandon Kahl 237, Ethan Kettenacker 237. High Series: Scott Danca 792, Todd Zemke 696, Richie Timm Jr. 648.

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AMERY CITY SPECIAL COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS September 4, 2019

The Amery City Council met on September 4, 2019 at City Hall. Mayor, Paul Isakson called the meeting to order at 5:00 p.m. Roll Call was done by City Clerk-Treasurer, Bjorklund Present: Mayor, Paul Isakson. Alderpersons: Sarah Flanum; Julie Riemenschneider; Tim Strohbusch, Rick Van Blaricom, Kris Vicker and Chad Leonard. Absent: None Staff Present: Kim Moore, City Administrator; Patty Bjorklund, City Clerk-Treasurer; Ben Jansen, Management Analyst/Deputy-Treasurer; Chief of Police, Tom Marson; Fire Chief, Dale Koehler; Library Director, Amy Stormberg; and Public Works Director, Bones McCarty. Staff Absent: None. Others Present: Members of the Public and Guests. Mayor Isakson led the Pledge of Allegiance. Approval of the Minutes of the following: August 7, 2019 City Council Proceedings; August 14, 2019 Joint Review Board Proceedings; August 14, 2019 Plan Commission Proceedings; August 27, 2019 Finance Committee Proceedings; August 27, 2019 Public Safety Committee Proceedings, and August 29, 2019 Plan Commission Proceedings. Motion by Council President, Strohbusch; seconded by Alderperson, Riemenschneider to approve all minutes as presented. Ayes – 6 Nays – 0 Motion carried. Motion by Council President, Strohbusch; seconded by Alderperson, Riemenschneider to approve Resolution #14-2019 TIF District #8 Amendment. Ayes – 6 Nays – 0 Motion carried. Motion by Alderperson, Van Blaricom; seconded by Alderperson Vicker to approve Resolution #15-2019 TIF District #9 creation. Ayes – 6 Nays – 0 Motion carried. Motion by Council President, Strohbusch to approve Ordinance 06-2019; seconded by Alderperson, Vicker. Ayes – 6 Nays – 0 Motion carried. Motion by Alderperson, Vicker to approve Ordinance 20-2019; seconded by Alderperson, Vicker. Ayes – 6 Nays – 0 Motion carried. Motion by Alderperson, Flanum to approve the 2018 Audit by CliftonLarsonAllen; seconded by Council President, Strohbusch. Ayes – 6 Nays – 0 Motion carried. Motion by Council President, Strohbusch to approve CDBG-PF Administration through MSA Professional Services, Inc.; seconded by Alderperson, Flanum. Ayes – 6 Nays – 0 Motion carried. Motion by Alderperson, Van Blaricom to approve the new Seasonal Campground Agreement; seconded by Alderperson, Leonard. Ayes – 6 Nays – 0 Motion carried.

Motion by Alderperson, Van Blaricom to approve Goose Hunting in the City of Amery per the current Goose Hunting Ordinance for the 2019 Goose Season on the condition that the Ordinance be reviewed in August 2020, seconded by Council, Strohbusch. Ayes – 6 Nays – 0 Motion carried. Motion by Alderperson, Riemenschneider; seconded by Council President, Strohbusch to approve the creation of TIF District #9 and to amend TIF District #8. Ayes – 6 Nays – 0 Motion carried. Motion by Alderperson, Riemenschneider; seconded by Alderperson, Val Blaricom to approve the addition to Dick’s Fresh Market. Ayes – 6 Nays – 0 Motion carried. Motion by Council President, Strohbusch, seconded by Alderperson, Flanum to approve assistance from CliftonLarsonAllen to assist with the FY2020 Budget. Ayes – 6 Nays – 0 Motion carried. Motion by Alderperson, Van Blaricom, seconded by Council President, Strohbusch to approve the conversion from DropBox to OneDrive. Ayes – 6 Nays – 0 Motion carried. Motion by Council President, Strohbusch to approve the ad in the Polk County Magazine, seconded by Alderperson, Flanum. Ayes – 6 Nays – 0 Motion carried. Closed Session: Motion by Council President, Strohbusch; seconded by Alderperson, Riemenschneider to go into closed session proceedings at 6:45 p.m. under WI §19.85 (1) (e) Deliberating or negotiating the purchase of public properties, the investing of public funds, or conducting other specified public business, whenever competitive bargaining reasons require a closed session. Roll Call Vote was conducted by City Clerk-Treasurer, Bjorklund as follows: Ayes: Strohbusch, Riemenschneider, Van Blaricom, Vicker, Flanum, Leonard and Isakson. Nays: None Motion Carried. Motion by Alderperson, Riemenschneider; seconded by Alderperson, Van Blaricom to come out of closed session proceedings at 7:15 p.m. Ayes – 6 Nays – 0 Motion carried. Roll Call Vote was conducted by City Clerk-Treasurer, Bjorklund as follows: Ayes: Strohbusch, Riemenschneider, Van Blaricom, Vicker, Flanum, Leonard and Isakson. Nays: None Motion Carried. Motion by Alderperson, Flanum; seconded by Alderperson, Van Blaricom to adjourn at 7:18 p.m. Ayes – 6 Nays – 0 Motion carried. Respectfully submitted. Ben Jansen Management Analyst/Deputy Clerk September 4, 2019 WNAXLP

AMERY SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS October 30, 2019

The Amery City Council met on October 30, 2019 at City Hall – Council Chambers. Mayor, Paul Isakson called the meeting to order at 5:00 p.m. Roll Call: Clerk-Treasurer, Patty Bjorklund conducted Roll Call. Present: Mayor, Paul Isakson. Alderpersons: Tim Strohbusch, Julie Riemenschneider, Rick Van Blaricom, Sarah Flanum and Chad Leonard. Absent: Alderperson, Kris Vicker. Staff Present: City Clerk-Treasurer, Patty Bjorklund; Management Analyst/Deputy Clerk, Ben Jansen; Wastewater Treatment Plant Supervisor, Jeff Mahoney; Auditor, Jonathan Sherwood – CliftonLarsonAllen and Erik Henningsgard – SEH. Staff Absent: None Others present: Members of the Public and Guests. Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag: Mayor, Paul Isakson led everyone in the Pledge of Allegiance to the American Flag. New Business: Discussion/Action 2020 Budget – Jonathan Sherwood, Auditor – CliftonLarsonAllen was present and addressed the updated 2020 Budget for the City of Amery. Roll Call Vote was conducted by Clerk-Treasurer, Bjorklund to accept all changes to the 2020 Budget in regards to recommendations from the Finance Committee for Stan Heintz request for forgiveness of fee for moving a structure, Damon Derosier Part-Time Officer contract for Temporary Full-Time Employee Status, Appoint Clerk-Treasurer, Patty Bjorklund as Interim City Administrator and wage increases. Also increase Highway Maintenance to $170,000 and increase the 2020 Levy from $1,814,066 to $1,825,588. Ayes: Strohbusch, Riemenschneider, Van Blaricom, Flanum, Leonard. Nays: None Motion Carried. Motion by Council President, Strohbusch; seconded by Alderperson, Leonard to adjourn at 5:26 p.m. Ayes – 5 Nays – 0 Motion carried. Respectfully submitted, Patty Bjorklund, WCMC/CMC/CMTW City Clerk-Treasurer October 29, 2019 WNAXLP

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AMERY CITY COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS October 2nd, 2019

The Amery City Council met on October 2nd, 2019 at City Hall. Mayor, Paul Isakson called the meeting to order at 5:00 p.m. Roll Call was done by City Clerk-Treasurer, Bjorklund Present: Mayor, Paul Isakson. Alderpersons: Sarah Flanum; Julie Riemenschneider; Tim Strohbusch, Rick Van Blaricom, Kris Vicker and Chad Leonard. Absent: None Staff Present: Kim Moore, City Administrator; Patty Bjorklund, City Clerk-Treasurer; Ben Jansen, Management Analyst/Deputy-Treasurer; Chief of Police, Tom Marson; Fire Chief, Dale Koehler; Library Director, Amy Stormberg; and Public Works Director, Bones McCarty. Staff Absent: None. Others Present: Members of the Public and Guests. Mayor Isakson led the Pledge of Allegiance. Approval of the Consent agenda items. Consent Agenda Items: (Items under the consent agenda may be acted upon by one motion). 1. Minutes: September 4, 2019 Council Minutes; September 23, 2019 Parks & Recreation Minutes; September 24, 2019 Finance & Personnel Committee Minutes; September 24, 2019 Public Safety Committee Minutes; September 26, 2019 Joint Review Board. 2. Soo Line Park Christmas Decorations 3. Assessor Appraisal Proposal 2020 - 2022 4. Environmental Improvement Fund Submittal 5. Fire Truck from Fire Department to Public Works Department Allocation 6. Library Fund Budget Amendment for 2019 Budget 7. Funding for Ambulance (Amery Area EMS) 8. Dick’s Fresh Market apply for TIF Dollars for Expansion of their Building 9. Safe Routes to School Commitment Letter 10. Amery Airport Hangar Lease 11. Increase of Airport Hangar Lease Fees Items Removed from Consent Agenda: *Item #1 Minutes the following: September 23, 2019 Parks & Recreation Committee Minutes and September 23, 2019 Finance Committee Minutes (Change to Amery Hospital & Clinic Contribution for the Bike and Pedestrian 5K and 2-Miler Trail to possible options to help defray the cost of the project). Item #3 Assessor Appraisal Proposal 2020 – 2022; Item #11 Increase of Airport Hangar Lease Fees remove and place on the October 29, 2019 Finance Committee Agenda. Motion by Council President Strohbusch to approve Consent agenda items, seconded by Van Blaricom. Ayes – 6 Nays – 0 Motion Carried. Motion by Council President, Strohbusch; seconded by Alderperson, Flanum to approve Assessor Appraisal Proposal from Bowmar Appraisal, Inc. in the amount of $78,000 for 2020 – 2022. Ayes – 6 Nays – 0 Motion Carried. Motion by Alderperson, Vicker; seconded by Alderperson Riemenschneider to approve Ordinance #22-2019 Rental Housing Regulations and Ordinance #23-2019 Drone/Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Usage. Ayes – 6 Nays – 0 Motion Carried. Closed Session: Motion by Council President, Strohbusch; seconded by Alderperson, Riemenschneider to go into closed session proceedings at 6:45 p.m. under WI §19.85 (b) & (c). At 5:45 p.m. Roll Call Vote was conducted by City Clerk-Treasurer, Bjorklund as follows: Ayes: Strohbusch, Riemenschneider, Van Blaricom, Vicker, Flanum, Leonard and Isakson. Nays: None Motion Carried. Motion by Council President, Strohbusch; seconded by Alderperson, Riemenschneider to come out of closed session proceedings at 6:30 p.m. Ayes – 6 Nays – 0 Motion carried. Motion by Council President, Strohbusch; seconded by Alderperson, Riemenschneider to adjourn at 6:30 p.m. Ayes – 6 Nays – 0 Motion carried. Respectfully submitted. Ben Jansen Management Analyst/Deputy Clerk October 2, 2019 WNAXLP

AMERY SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS October 23, 2019

The Amery City Council met on October 23, 2019 at City Hall – Council Chambers. Mayor, Paul Isak-

son called the meeting to order at 5:00 p.m. Roll Call: Clerk-Treasurer, Patty Bjorklund conducted Roll Call. Present: Mayor, Paul Isakson. Alderpersons: Tim Strohbusch, Julie Riemenschneider, Rick Van Blaricom, Kris Vicker; Sarah Flanum and Chad Leonard. Absent: None. Staff Present: City Administrator, Kim Moore; City Clerk-Treasurer, Patty Bjorklund; Management Analyst/Deputy Clerk, Ben Jansen; Library Director, Amy Stormberg; Wastewater Treatment Plant Supervisor, Jeff Mahoney; and Auditor, Jonathan Sherwood – CliftonLarsonAllen. Staff Absent: None Others present: Members of the Public and Guests. Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag: Mayor, Paul Isakson led everyone in the Pledge of Allegiance to the American Flag. New Business: Discussion/Action: Resolution #18-2019 Motion by Alderperson, Van Blaricom; seconded by Council President, Strohbusch to approve Resolution #18-2019 Issuance and Sale of a General Obligation Promissory Note for the purchase of an Ambulance to be used by Amery EMS Service in the amount of $95,453.62 with the understanding that Amery EMS will pay all principal and interest payments to Bremer Bank, NA. Ayes – 6 Nays – 0 Motion carried. Discussion/Action: Noah Insurance Health/ Dental/Vision/HSA and Life for 2020 Motion by Council President, Strohbusch; seconded by Alderperson, Flanum to approve Health/Dental/Vision/HSA and Life for 2020 with City Clerk-Treasurer, Bjorklund researching that the deductible for December 2019 be allowed for carryover of 2019 deductibles that the employee has accrued. Ayes – 6 Nays – 0 Motion Carried Discussion/Action: Jonathan Sherwood CliftonLarsonAllen Budget 2020 – Jonathan Sherwood – CliftonLarsonAllen presented the 2020 Budget Worksheet to the council. The council reviewed the budget and questions were fielded. Discussion Ensued. Closed Session: Motion by Alderperson, Van Blaricom; seconded by Council President, Strohbusch to go into closed session proceedings at 7:26 p.m. under WI §19.85 (1) (b) to discuss City Administrator “Considering dismissal, demotion, licensing or discipline of any public employee or person licensed by a board or commission or the investigation of charges against such person, or considering the grant or denial of tenure for a university faculty member, and the taking of formal action on any such matter; provided that the faculty member or other public employee or person licensed is given actual notice of that hearing which may be held prior to final action being taken and of any meeting at which final action may be taken. The notice shall contain a statement that the person has the right to demand that the evidentiary hearing or meeting be held in open session. This paragraph and par. (f) do not apply to any such evidentiary hearing or meeting where the employee or person licensed requests that an open session be held.” WI 19.85 (1) (c) “Considering employment, promotion, compensation or performance evaluation data of any public employee over which the governmental body has jurisdiction or exercises responsibility. WI 19.85 (1) (e) “Deliberating or negotiating the purchase of public properties, the investing of public funds, or conducting other specified public business, whenever competitive or bargaining reasons require a closed session.” Roll Call Vote was conducted by City Clerk-Treasurer, Bjorklund as follows: Ayes: Strohbusch, Riemenschneider, Van Blaricom, Vicker, and Flanum. Nays: None Motion Carried. City Clerk-Treasurer, Bjorklund and Management Analyst/Deputy-Clerk, Jansen left the meeting after Roll Call Vote was conducted. Motion by Council President, Strohbusch; seconded by Alderperson, Riemenschneider to come out of closed session proceedings at 8:25 p.m. Ayes – 6 Nays – 0 Motion carried. The resulting vote from the Closed Session Proceedings is as follows: Roll Call Vote for Termination of the contract with City Administrator, Kim Moore-Sykes (“Employee”) with the City of Amery as detailed in 10. (B). “If termination is without cause, the Employee shall receive written notice of termination. In such a termination without cause, the Employee shall receive six months of severance compensation consisting of Employee’s then current salary and benefits.” Termination date will be effective October 31, 2019.

Ayes: Strohbusch, Van Blaricom, Vicker, Flanum, and Leonard. Nays: Riemenschneider. Motion Carried. Motion by Alderperson, Van Blaricom; seconded by Council President, Strohbusch to adjourn at 8:30 p.m. Ayes – 5 Nays – 1 Motion carried. Respectfully submitted, Patty Bjorklund, WCMC/CMC/CMTW City Clerk-Treasurer October 23, 2019 WNAXLP

Amery Board of Education November 18, 2019 6:00 PM - Board Room

A Regular Board Meeting of the Amery Board of Education is scheduled for Monday, November 18, 2019, at 6:00 PM in the Board Room at the Amery Intermediate School, located at 543 Minneapolis Avenue in Amery, Wisconsin. Business under review will include: I. Call to Order II. Closed Session 6:00 pm Considering employment, promotion, compensation or performance evaluation data, of any administrator over which the governmental body has jurisdiction or exercises responsibility in order to take Personnel Action pursuant to Wisconsin Statute 19.85(1)(c). Conferring with legal counsel for the governmental body who is rendering oral or written advice concerning strategy to be adopted by the body with respect to litigation in which it is or is likely to become involved pursuant to Wisconsin Statutes 19.85(1)(g). III. Open Session 6:30 pm IV. Spotlight on Education A. Military Care Packages - Emily Larson & FCCLA V. Consent Agenda Items A. Agenda B. Minutes C. Financial/Budget Reports D. Board Vouchers VI. Community Comments VII. Administrative/Committee/ Department Reports A. Administrator Reports B. Strategic Plan Update: Community and Family Collaboration Tracy Hendrickson, Tom Bensen VIII. Informational Items A. Ending Nicotine Addiction at AHS Levi Lombardo & Lana Belz B. Elementary Courtyard Project Cheryl Meyer & Deb Christopherson C. Anti-bullying and Character Education - Administrative Team D. First Reading of Selected Board Policies - Shawn Doerfler IX. Action Items A. Revision of Lunch Account Policy 760.1 - Shawn Doerfler B. Second Reading of Board Policies 452, 548, 682, 821, 821.1, 860 Shawn Doerfler C. Approval of 2020-2021 School Calendar - Shawn Doerfler D. Appointment of WASB Delegates Shawn Doerfler E. Personnel Action X. Closed Session Considering employment, promotion, compensation or performance evaluation data, of any administrator over which the governmental body has jurisdiction or exercises responsibility in order to take Personnel Action pursuant to Wisconsin Statute 19.85(1)(c). Conferring with legal counsel for the governmental body who is rendering oral or written advice concerning strategy to be adopted by the body with respect to litigation in which it is or is likely to become involved pursuant to Wisconsin Statutes 19.85(1)(g). XI. Adjournment DALE JOHNSON Clerk, Amery Board of Education In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the School District of Amery will provide reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities who wish to participate in public meetings. If you require an accommodation, please contact the District Office at (715) 268-9771 a minimum of 72 hours prior to the meeting. The original agenda for this meeting was provided for publication more than one week prior to the meeting date. Due to this fact, the agenda published in the Amery Free Press may have been altered after publication. The final agenda is available on the District’s website: www. amerysd.k12.wi.us at least twenty-four (24) hours prior to the meeting.

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PUBLIC NOTICE STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE NAME CHANGE OF: Todd Christian Girdler NOTICE IS GIVEN: A petition was filed asking to change the name of the person listed above: From: Todd Christian Girdler To: Todd Christian Capra Birth Certificate: Todd Christian Girdler Notice and Order for Name Change Hearing Case No. 19CV304 IT IS ORDERED: This petition will be heard in the Circuit Court of Polk County, State of Wisconsin, Judge Jeffery Anderson, Polk County Justice Center, 1005 W Main Street, Balsam Lake, WI on November 27, 2019 at 9:00 a.m. If you require reasonable accommodations due to a disability to participate in the court process, please call 715485-9299 prior to the scheduled court date. Please note that the court does not provide transportation. IT IS FURTHER ORDERED: Notice of this hearing shall be given by publication as a Class 3 notice for three (3) weeks in a row prior to the date of the hearing in the Amery Free Press, a newspaper published in Polk County, State of Wisconsin. BY THE COURT: Jeffery Anderson Circuit Court Judge October 21, 2019

Thanks for reading the Amery Free Press! TOWN OF LINCOLN POLK COUNTY PUBLIC BUDGET HEARING On Thursday, November 14, 2019 at 7:00 p.m. at the Lincoln Town Hall - 661 85th Street, a PUBLIC HEARING on the PROPOSED 2020 BUDGET for the Town of Lincoln, Polk County will be held.

SPECIAL TOWN MEETING OF THE ELECTORS OF THE TOWN OF LINCOLN, POLK COUNTY On Thursday, November 14, 2019, immediately following completion of the Public Hearing on the proposed budget, a Special Town Meeting of the electors is called pursuant to Section 60.12(1)(c) of Wisconsin Statutes by the Town Board for the following purpose: 1. To adopt the town tax levy to be paid in 2020 pursuant to section 60.10(1)(a) of Wisconsin Statutes.

NOTICE OF TOWN BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MONTHLY MEETING The Town Board of Supervisors Monthly Meeting of the Town of Lincoln will be held on Thursday, November 14, 2019 immediately following the public hearing and special town meeting of the electors at the Lincoln Town Hall -- 661 85th Street. MONTHLY MEETING AGENDA 1. Call Meeting to Order 2. Verification of Meeting Posting 3. Approval of Agenda 4. Approval of Minutes of Previous Meeting 5. Public Comment 6. Assessor Contract 7. Building Inspector & Commercial Electrical Inspector Agreement 8. Reports: Treasurer, Clerk, Road Work Issues, Plan Commission 9. Presentation and Approval of Bills 10. Adopt Budget 11. New Business 12. Unfinished Business 13. Adjourn *Action may be taken on any agenda item* Stephanie Marciniak, Clerk *Please note that the docks will be removed from the boat landings during the second week of November

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC BUDGET HEARING TOWN OF ALDEN NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that on Thursday, November 14, 2019 at 6:30 p.m. at the Alden Town Hall, Star Prairie, WI, a PUBLIC HEARING on the Proposed 2020 BUDGET of the Town of Alden will be held. The proposed budget in detail is available for inspection at the Town Hall by Appointment. The following is a summary of the proposed 2020 budget. 2020 2019 PROPOSED % ADOPTED BUDGET CHANGE BUDGET REVENUES Taxes General Property Taxes ................................778,116 789,739 1.5% Intergovernmental Revenues .......................271,966 315,856 Licenses & Permits ..........................................30,650 37,650 Public Charges for Services ............................85,400 54,300 Miscellaneous Revenues .................................10,000 10,000 TOTAL REVENUES ..................................1,176,132

1,207,545

EXPENDITURES General Government ....................................122,767 Public Safety ...................................................207,000 Public Works ..................................................762,363 Recycling ...............................................................500 Health & Human Services ...................................500 Culture, Recreation & Education ....................7,600 Conservation & Development .......................21,077 Miscellaneous Expenditures ...............................200 Capital Expenditure Fund ............................100,000 Debt Service .....................................................66,529

148,053 215,000 491,345 0 500 1,970 21,077 200 10,000 319,400

TOTAL EXPENDITURES ........................1,288,536 PROPERTY TAXES LEVIED ......................778,116 TOWN MILL RATE ...........................................2.63 (per $1,000 Valuation)

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NOTICE OF SPECIAL TOWN MEETING TOWN OF ALDEN

Notice is further given that on Thursday, November 14, 2019, immediately following completion of the PUBLIC HEARING on the proposed 2020 Budget, which begins at 6:30 p.m. at the Alden Town Hall, a special town meeting of the electors, called by the town board pursuant to s.60.12(1)., Wis. Stat., will be held for the following purposes: 1. To adopt the 2019 town tax levy to be paid in 2020 pursuant to s.60.10(1)(a), Wis. Stat. 2. Transfer of town owned property to Allied Emergency Services by quit claim deed parcels 002-01576-0020 and 002-01576-0000.

NOTICE OF TOWN BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MONTHLY MEETING

Notice is further given that the Town Board of Supervisors Monthly Board Meeting will be held immedicately following the public hearing and the special town meeting of the electors. Dated this 28th day of October, 2019 /s/ Christine , Clerk

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC BUDGET HEARING FOR CITY OF AMERY, WISCONSIN 2020 Budget

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that on November 20, 2019 at 5:00 p.m. at Amery City Hall, Amery, the City Council will hold a public hearing on the proposed budget for 2020. The following is a summary of the proposed budget. A detailed account of the proposed budget may be inspected at City Hall.

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Compensation: $11.50 - $12.50/Hour DOQ or DOE. 29 hours per week. QualiĆ&#x201A;cations Necessary: Must be kind, caring, and have a deep understanding of child development. Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED and be at least 18 years of age. How to Apply: Qualiwed, interested persons should apply by completing a Unity School District Application . Once complete, please send to Amanda Warner via email at awarner@unity.k12.wi.us or mail at 1908 150th Street, Balsam Lake, WI 54810. Application Deadline: Until Filled EOE Unity School District does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, color, national origin, religion, ancestry, creed, pregnancy, marital or parental status, sexual orientation, or physical, mental, emotional, or learning disability.

The School District of Turtle Lake has Employment Opportunities available for the following positions:

PARAPROFESSIONAL AIDE This position is 5.5 hours per day when school is in session beginning in January, 2020, and will provide instructional support services to students, either individually or in small groups. Applicants may be required to be able to work with students with special needs, under the direction of a teacher and/or in an individual or group setting. Qualified candidates must have completed two years of higher education, obtained an associateâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s degree, or be able to pass formal assessment of skills prior to employment. Applications should be returned to: School District of Turtle Lake Attn: Jason Hinze 205 Oak Street North | Turtle Lake, WI 54889 jhinze@turtlelake.k12.wi.us Application deadline: Until filled.

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MS FOOTBALL COACH DRAMA ADVISOR MS WRESTLING COACH BASKETBALL & WRESTLING CHEER ADVISORS Applications should be returned to: School District of Turtle Lake Attn: Mary Schradle-Mau 205 Oak Street North | Turtle Lake, WI 54889 Applications may be obtained from our website www.turtlelake.k12.wi.us by clicking on â&#x20AC;&#x153;Districtâ&#x20AC;? and then â&#x20AC;&#x153;Employmentâ&#x20AC;? or by contacting the District Office at 715-986-4470. The School District of Turtle Lake is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The School District does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, age, national origin, ancestry, creed, religion, pregnancy, marital or parental status, sexual orientation or physical, mental, emotional or learning disability.

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Position: Seeking caring and enthusiastic individuals to wll the position of Child Care Assistant Teacher at the newly constructed LEAP Child Care Center on the Unity School District Campus. Individuals will assist with planned academic, enrichment, and recreational ageappropriate activities, enriching the lives of the Districtâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s littlest learners. A LEAP Child Care Assistant Teacher provides consistency, structure, encouragement, patience, understanding and follow-up in daily routines.

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LEAP CHILD CARE CENTER Position: Seeking caring and enthusiastic individuals to wll the position of Receptionist/Assistant at the newly constructed LEAP Child Care Center on the Unity School District Campus. Individuals will assist with dayto-day operations including but not limited to: opening and closing procedures, clerical and receptionist duties, cleanliness of center, and wlling in where needed in classrooms. Compensation: $12.00/Hour. 29 hours per week. QualiĆ&#x201A;cations Necessary: Must be kind, caring, and have an understanding of general ofwce duties as well as excellent communication skills. Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED and be at least 18 years of age. How to Apply: Qualiwed, interested persons should apply by completing a Unity School District Application . Once complete, please send to Amanda Warner via email at awarner@unity.k12.wi.us or mail at 1908 150th Street, Balsam Lake, WI 54810. Application Deadline: Until Filled EOE Unity School District does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, color, national origin, religion, ancestry, creed, pregnancy, marital or parental status, sexual orientation, or physical, mental, emotional, or learning disability.

A 12-month, 8 hour position. This person must have above average teamwork, collaboration, written and oral communication skills. This job requires heavy and light cleaning duties, vacuuming, sweeping, mopping ďŹ&#x201A;oors, lifting at least 80lbs and misc. custodial duties. May include some outside grounds work as needed. This is an evening shift job and some weekend shifts are required.

Assistant Cook Works cooperatively with Head cook & Lead cook in preparation & service of lunch meals to follow NSLP guidelines, maintaining food safety, providing customer service at point of sale computer, work as a team to cover for Lead cook when absent, or with other areas of production as needed. Assist with dishwashing, kitchen cleaning and sanitation, unloading & storage of food inventory. District Training Provided: food safety, Point of sale computer, National School Lunch regulations, Nutrition, Serv Safe certiďŹ cation as able. 2 - 3 hour/day positions (approx. 10:30am-1:30pm) Submit employment application located at our homepage www.osceola.k12.wi.us and search under employment. For questions please contact 715-294-4140.

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LEAD TEACHER

LEAP CHILD CARE CENTER Position: Seeking caring and enthusiastic individuals to wll the position of Child Care Lead Teacher at the newly constructed LEAP Child Care Center on the Unity School District Campus. Individuals will develop and implement ongoing academic, enrichment, and recreational ageappropriate activities. A LEAP Child Care Teacher provides consistency, structure, encouragement, patience, understanding and follow-up in daily routines. Compensation: $13.00 - $14.00/Hour DOQ or DOE. 40 hours per week. QualiĆ&#x201A;cations Necessary: Must be kind, caring, and have a deep understanding of child development. Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED, and be at least 18 years of age. Prefer candidates who hold an associateâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s degree in Early Childhood. Must exhibit leadership skills necessary to oversee child care workers, children, and the daily activities of the program. How to Apply: Qualiwed, interested persons should apply by completing a Unity School District Application . Once complete, please send to Amanda Warner via email at awarner@unity.k12.wi.us or mail at 1908 150th Street, Balsam Lake, WI 54810. Application Deadline: Until Filled EOE Unity School District does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, color, national origin, religion, ancestry, creed, pregnancy, marital or parental status, sexual orientation, or physical, mental, emotional, or learning disability.

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PUBLIC NOTICE

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING FOR THE VILLAGE OF CLAYTON 2020 BUDGET Notice is hereby given that on Monday, December 02, 2019 at 7:00 PM at the Village Municipal Building located at 133 Clayton Ave. East, the Clayton Village Board will conduct a Public Hearing on the proposed 2020 budget. A detailed account of the proposed budget is available at the ofÂżce of the Village Clerk-Treasurer, located at 111 Clayton Ave. West, or by contacting the clerk at 715-948-2460.

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GARDEN VARIETY

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Members of the Amery FFA dairy judging team were seated and ready for competition during the National FFA Convention in Indianapolis. From left are Ella Williamson, Katherine Elwood, Hailey Clausen and Courtney Glenna. The team’s 3rd place win qualiﬁed them to travel to Scotland and Ireland next summer.

Amery FFA dairy team set to go global An Amery FFA team recently captured 3rd place in the Dairy Evaluation and Management Career Development Event at the National FFA Convention, qualifying them to participate in an International Dairy Judging Tour next summer in Scotland and Ireland. Team members Katherine Elwood, Courtney Glenna, Hailey Clausen and Ella Williamson competed Nov. 6-7 during the FFA Convention, held in Indianapolis. They had advanced to that level after winning the Wisconsin contest this past April. Over the course of a couple days in Indianapolis, they evaluated classes of dairy cattle and presented oral reasons on their placings; they also took

a written exam and gave a team presentation. Courtney finished as the national champion on the written exam. The team, coached by Gwen Dado of Amery and Patti Hurtgen of Fort Atkinson, has been studying together for the past three years. In June 2020, the team will take part in a two-week tour of Scotland and Ireland organized through Agrotours. They, along with other top 4-H, FFA and collegiate teams from throughout the U.S., have been invited to judge dairy cattle at both the Royal Highland Show in Scotland and the Charleville Show in Ireland. They also will tour modern dairy farms in the

area, view the Scottish Highlands and have the opportunity to spend a couple days sight-seeing in London. The team has begun raising the estimated $25,000 (about $5,000 per person) needed for them and a chaperone to travel to Europe next summer. Donations from individuals, as well as businesses, are welcome in any amount. To help sponsor the team, please contact Dave and Heidi Clausen at (715) 554-7085 or clausen@amerytel.net. Contributions also can be mailed to the Clausens, with checks made payable to the Amery FFA Alumni, at 471 70th Ave., Clayton, WI 54004.

Banners that signify service and sacriﬁce BY APRIL ZIEMER EDITOR@THEAMERYFREEPRESS.COM

These days, it is not uncommon to see a banner, ribbon or color for almost everything. It may seem hard to keep track of all the causes that ribbons are worn to support. During Veterans Day though, it is especially important to acknowledge the significance of military service banners. The nation’s service members put their lives on the line, and one of the ways to say thank you is by flying service banners in their honor. Each banner has a specific meaning and is flown at a specific time. The blue star banner is probably the most widely known of the service banners. It has one blue star on a white field and is edged on all four sides with a red border. The star of this flag represents a loved one in

service, either overseas or at home. Traditionally, you would hang this banner in the window of your house to represent that you have a family member serving our country. Additional stars can be added to the same flag if you have multiple family members in service. Sometimes a business or organization will hang a blue star banner to represent an employee’s active duty status. According to My Blue Star Flag, the first banner to commemorate someone’s military service was flown in 1917 when an Army captain had two sons fighting on the front lines. The flag was adopted as the unofficial representation for a child in service. Later, it started being used to honor loved ones of all ages that serve their country. The gold star banner is used in much the same way as the blue

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Michelle and Mark Asher of Elmwood received a Blue Star Banner. Their son, Hawk Asher, is a Seaman on the USS Larsen a guided missile destroyer deployed in the Persian Gulf. Grandfather Doug Gunderson of Amery American Legion Post 169 is making the presentation.

star banner. When the unfortunate news of a family member’s death is delivered, a gold one replaces the blue star. If you see a gold star banner, you know the family has had a loved one who made the ultimate sacrifice for their country. In April 2010, the House of Representatives voted to pass House Resolution 855, which allows a silver

star to represent service members who have been discharged due to wounding. All of the banners originate with the blue star banner. The blue star banner is the only official service banner of the United States Armed Forces. Any reference to a “service banner” is referring to the blue star banner.

Poinsettias have become extremely popular plants for the holiday season. Whether the traditional red or the many other beautiful colors now available they require the same care. Poinsettia care begins with knowing the right light, watering and temperature conditions. While in full bloom these finicky plants require a semicool, humid location with bright, indirect sunlight and plenty of moisture. They should be watered thoroughly but never left standing in water. Having other plants around them can help supply extra moisture. If you wish to keep them after they bloom, begin to decrease the water and relocate plant to a cool dark area such as a basement until April. After blooming you Garden should fertilize once a month with Variety a standard houseplant fertilizer and make sure plants stay waJulie Kuehl tered. Within a couple of weeks Polk County you should see new growth. In the Master spring cut back all new growth Gardener to about 6 inches above the pot rim. When new growth reaches 6-10 inches pinch out the tips to encourage branching. This can be done about once a month until the middle of August. In the fall plant should be moved indoors. From September to November plants will require 12 hours a full darkness at night. During the day they should be placed in a location where they receive plenty of light to encourage flowering. Once they begin blooming follow the original directions regarding watering and light. Along a different note – if you haven’t finished your Christmas shopping and you have a gardener in the family consider a gift card to a local nursery, maybe a gift basket with gardening items like gloves and clippers or perhaps a subscription to one of the great garden magazines like (Birds and Blooms or Mother Earth News). So fill your homes with beautiful poinsettias, the smells of baking and lots of joy and laughter. If everything isn’t perfect try not to worry, perfection isn’t always what it is cracked up to be. Until next time keep smiling.

Senate approves bill that would end Miller Park tax MADISON, Wis. (AP) — The state Senate has approved a bill to end the sales tax that funded construction of Miller Park by next summer. The 0.1% sales tax has been in effect in Milwaukee, Ozaukee, Washington, Waukesha and Racine counties since 1996. Under current law, the tax would end when the stadium district has paid off its bonds and satisfied reserve requirements. The district is expected to reach that point by early 2020. The bill would require the tax end by August 31. Any excess collections would go back to the counties for property tax relief, public safety, parks and recreation or economic development. The Senate passed the bill 33-0 Tuesday. The Assembly passed it in June. It goes next to Gov. Tony Evers.

DNR: Hunters killed slightly fewer bears in 2019 MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Wisconsin wildlife officials say hunters killed slightly fewer bears in 2019 than last year. The Department of Natural Resources said Monday that preliminary data shows hunters took 3,648 bears. That’s down slightly from 3,680 in 2018. Kills increased by 36% across the southern two-thirds of the state over 2018. Harvest in the north-central region was up 20%. More than 120,000 hunters applied for either a bear permit or a preference point for the 2019 season.