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‘The power of the micro-processor’ BY TODD BECKMANN SENTINEL

GRANTSBURG—It’s a long way from the high school shop of yore when spot-welding, toolboxes and birdhouses were all the rage. Not that they’re abandoning the old stand-bys like hammer and nails, but today’s Technical Education students are throwing about terms like robotics, laser scanners, plasma cutters and 3D printing. Such was the case during last week’s computer-aided design

The Town of Jackson Fire Department was paged to a fully-engulfed structure fire at the home of Tasha Tourville, 27982 Alden Road, east of Webster, just before midnight on Friday. Between the Town of Scott, Jackson and Webster fire departments, fire fighters were able to save the detached garage. According to Dan Campion, Jackson fire chief, the house and belongings were a total loss. No one was at home at the time of the blaze so there were no injuries. The cause of the blaze has yet to be determined.

“You need the power of the micro-processor to do well in business,” he added. “The kids are seeing that power on display here in the fab lab.” While a quick look will make it appear the machines are doing all the work, it’s up to the Tech Ed students to “tell” each machine what to do. “It might take 40 hours for the machine to make a part, but the really nice part is a person doesn’t need to stand there the SEE FAB LAB, PAGE 7

Schools to beneﬁt from ‘reform dividend’

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class at Grantsburg High School. Jeremiah Steck, the district’s new Technology Education teacher, led his students through a demonstration of the laser printer, one of the new “toys” populating a portion of Steck’s classroom — the fabrication laboratory or Fab Lab. “A lot of local businesses — Parker-Hannifin, McNally’s, Victrex Gears — to name a few, are using computers and automation,” Steck observed. “It’s the future — today’s kids need to know this stuff.”

BY TODD BECKMANN SENTINEL

BURNETT COUNTY—Greater state support for Wisconsin’s rural schools is Governor Scott Walker’s plan and he released details of the plan last week when he announced his state budget proposal. “Every student matters, and there’s no doubt that Wisconsin’s rural school districts face unique

challenges,” Governor Walker said. “Our reforms are working in Wisconsin, and it’s because they are working that we are able to make greater investments into our education system — I call it the ‘reform dividend.’” Under Governor Walker’s plan, the funding for sparsity and transportation aids will reach an all-time high. Governor Walker also plans to increase

investments in broadband and technology grants, make it easier for school districts to recruit teachers, and provide additional flexibilities. The proposed increases in funding will provide greater stability for rural school districts. The governor’s office is also planning to provide a significant increase SEE DIVIDEND, PAGE 8

Keeping that spark ignited BY TODD BECKMANN SENTINEL

DANBURY—It’ll be steak on the grill and maybe a glass of wine — that’s how Barb and Denny Blodgett, who will toast 28 years of marriage come September, will celebrate St. Valentine’s Day. The Blodgett home is made up of Barb, Denny and the rescue dogs who have found a new ‘forever’ home with the Blodgetts — currently, the dogs outnumber the couple, three-to-two. “All we want is to spend a quiet night at home,” Barb shared with a laugh. “Our favorite time of night is watching old episodes of ‘Special Victims

Unit’ hoping that the phone doesn’t ring.” It’s a humorous thing to say because, as the heart and soul of the Interfaith Caregivers of Burnett County, quiet nights at home are a rarity for Barb and Denny. The phone is always ringing — mostly from people who are in need. “People are always calling to ask if we know where they can get a refrigerator, a table and chairs or a load of wood,” Barb noted. “A woman just lost everything in a fire last weekend so I’ve been busy trying to help her.” “The best feeling is when we can match someone’s need

with a resource,” Denny added. “That’s a ‘real rush’ for us.” In fact, it’s what the two point to as the biggest secret to their happy years together. “We share a common interest — volunteerism,” he continued. “We really ‘clicked,’” Barb agreed. When pressed, she said it was more than volunteerism. “We both have a good sense of humor — we laugh a lot,” Barb explained. “We love the Packers and we love where we landed.” “We think this is paradise,” Denny said of their land south SEE SPARK, PAGE 6

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$11.5 million awarded in ﬁrst of Christensen civil suits

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BALSAM LAKE—Civil decisions have been reached in two of the five lawsuits brought by sexual-assault victims of former Amery Fire Chief and Polk County Jailer, Darryl Christensen. A Madison-based jury awarded a total of 11.5 million in damages Friday afternoon. Four million of the award (two million per plaintiff) was granted against Polk County and Darryl Christensen jointly and severally; which means that both Polk County and Christensen have an equal obligation to pay the total sum. The remaining 7.5 million (3.75 million per plaintiff) was awarded against Christensen alone. Yet to be determined are the limits of the county’s insurance policy, JESSICA DE LA CRUZ and how much of that four million dollars Polk County will have to Darryl Christensen(left) is escorted into the courtroom by Captain Scott Nargis during his February 1, 2016 sentencing. pay. Christensen pled guilty and was sentenced last February to criminal charges of sexually assaulting constitutional violations by Polk Jail Administrator, Captain Scott five female inmates while employed County. The jury also found suffi- Nargis. The judge’s findings point at the Polk County Jail from 2012 cient evidence of negligent training to numerous missed opportunities to 2014. Christensen is currently and supervision practices at the for correcting inappropriate staff serving a 30-year prison sentence Polk County jail. behavior and evidence that “jail at Dodge Correctional Facility in Judge William M. Conley spe- administration turned a blind eye Waupun. cifically noted ‘deliberate indiffer- and perhaps even fostered a culture The civil suit also includes de- ence’ on the part of Polk County where inappropriate sexual comtails of Christensen having had sex jail administration when it came ments were accepted as the norm.” with at least one of the victims at to following through on sexual Polk County and its insurance the Amery Fire Hall. complaints and investigations, and company will be responsible for Starting in 2015, civil cases were enforcing components of the Fed- four million of the 11.5 million also filed by each of the five defen- erally mandated Prison Rape En- award. But, considering sworn dants, naming Christensen, Polk forcement Act (PREA). depositions given by Polk County County, and its insurance company A thirty-page opinion rendered officers during recent proceedings, as defendants. on January 3 by Judge Conley ref- a damaged reputation of the Polk Thursday a jury concluded that erenced statements and depositions County Sheriff’s Department could the two plaintiffs proved their from all levels of Jail leadership, be more difficult to quantify. claims of eighth and fourteenth including Sheriff Pete Johnson, amendment violations, as well as his Chief Deputy, Steve Moe, and

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Deputy Mitch Olson and the county’s new K-9, Tracker.

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Tracker, the one-year-old purebred German Shepard, is Burnett County Sheriff’s Department’s new K-9. • Born in Slovakia on Nov. 30, 2015, he did not have a name when he came to Burnett County. He was named by students from our local schools who were asked to assist in naming him — the most popular vote went to “Tracker.” • His handler is Deputy Mitch Olson. Tracker is not happy when he has to be in his kennel. He always wants to be next to Deputy Olson. • What most civilians don’t realize is that K-9 officers are truly considered full-fledged police officers. Assaulting, injuring, or killing a K-9 officer carries the same punishment under the law as the same crimes committed against human officers. In fact, some law enforcement agencies consider it acceptable for human officers to open fire on a suspect who is intentionally hurting a police dog with the intent to kill it. Dogs killed in the line of duty are afforded a complete police funeral, bagpipes and all. For more information, navigate to the auxiliary’s facebook page at “Burnett County Law Enforcement Citizens Auxiliary.”

WISCONSIN BRIEFING

Walker says he wouldn’t run for re-election had Clinton won MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Gov. Scott Walker says he wouldn’t have run for a third term if Democrat Hillary Clinton had been elected president. Walker made his comment in an interview Friday on MSNBC. Walker has not said whether he will run for a third term in 2018, but he’s raising money and taking steps as if he is going to do it. Walker says in the interview, “If Hil-

lary Clinton was president of the United States right now, I would not have run for re-election” in Wisconsin. Walker says he looks forward to working with Republican President Donald Trump on a series of reforms, including welfare programs and how federal aid is sent to the states. Walker also calls Trump’s Cabinet picks a “top-notch group.”

Walker: Bad estimate for road costs no reason to raise taxes WAUWATOSA, Wis. (AP) — Gov. Scott Walker says he remains opposed to increasing the gas tax despite an audit last week that showed major highway projects in Wisconsin have cost more than initially estimated over the past decade. The Republican governor said Wednesday that now is “not the time to raise any tax” because the state is seeing a big increase in tax collections.

The state audit released last week found the Wisconsin Department of Transportation underestimated the cost of completed or ongoing projects by more than $3 billion. The department faces a nearly $1 billion shortfall and Republicans who control the Legislature and Walker are at odds over how to fix it. Walker says he wants to know whether the underestimate of costs was due to staff miscalculations or market forces.

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DANBURY—Enjoy the fun of the Fur Trade Rendezvous “Trader’s Row” at the Indoor Rendezvous Trade Fair at Forts Folle Avoine Historical Park on County Road U. The event runs from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, February 18, and from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, February 19, at the Forts. This is a great opportunity to get deals on merchandise that the traders want to clear out of their inventory, including camping gear, knifes, beads and beadwork, and clothing. Public admission is free. Food and beverages will be available for purchase. A muzzle loading presentation will take place at noon on Saturday.

SPOONER— Washburn County Faith in Action (FIA) will host its 12th Annual Valentine Vignette Fundraiser at 2 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 12 at Spooner Wesleyan Church. This year’s showcase will kick off the awareness campaign “Faith in Action Rocks Washburn County With Open Hearts And Helping Hands.” FIA has served area senior adults in need through a network of caring volunteers since 2004. For further concert information please contact the Faith in Action office at (715) 635-2252.

Valentines at Festival Theatre

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ST. CROIX FALLS—Love is in the air as Festival Theatre prepares its eighth annual “Hopelessly Romantic” Valentine’s Event. The community will have only one chance to attend the evening of comedy, music, poetry and improv at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, February 11 at the Franklin Square Black Box. Seats fill up fast with limited capacity in the Franklin Square Black Box, so reservations are encouraged. Tickets can be purchased at FestivalTheatre.org, by emailing festivaltheatreboxoffice@gmail.com or by

SIREN—The fourth annual “Association of Wisconsin Snowmobile Clubs Celebrate Wisconsin Snowmobiling” event and snowmobile ride are set for February 19 - 20 at The Lodge in Siren. It is open to all. The event begins with a sport show, open to the public from noon to 4 p.m. on Sunday, February 19. The Welcome Banquet will begin with social hour at 6 p.m. and the banquet at 7 p.m. on Sunday evening. Invited guests include Wisconsin cabinet secretaries, members of the Wisconsin Senate and

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Assembly, DNR and Tourism staff, along with local tribal members, elected officials and law enforcement from the local and regional area. On Monday, February 20, all are invited to participate in the trail ride from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Snowmobiles will be provided for guests’ use. Lunch provided during the ride.

Food & Friends Dinner SIREN—Everyone is invited to a Food & Friends Dinner from 5-6 p.m. on Tuesday, February 28 at Siren Methodist Church. To make a reservation, contact Carol Title at 715-349-2332.

MEETINGS MONDAY, FEB. 13 Disabled American Vets Chapter 66 6:30 p.m. Government Center, Siren

American Legion Post 185 7 p.m. Legion Hall

Grantsburg Village Board 6 p.m. Board Room, Community Center

Grantsburg School Board 5 p.m. Board Room

Town of Grantsburg Board 5:30 p.m.

‘Quilt Shop Hop’ Grantsburg Community Education’s Annual “Quilt Shop Hop” will be held from 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 25. Register online at www.gk12.net/grantsburg/ced, call 715-463-4701, or email: rebekah.stavne@ gk12.net.

Foundation Valentine’s Dinner The eighth annual BMC Foundation Valentine’s Dinner and silent auction will begin at 5 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 11 at The Lodge at Crooked Lake in Siren. To make dinner reservations, call 715-463-5317.

Disabled American Vets Chapter 66 6:30 p.m. Burnett Co. Gov’t. Center, Siren

American Legion Post 185 7 p.m. Legion Hall Grantsburg

Scott Town Board meeting 7 p.m. at Town Hall

LaFollette Town Board meeting 7 p.m. at Town Hall

Meenon Town Board 7 p.m.

SIREN SENIORS

TUESDAY, FEB. 14

by Nona Severson

What an exciting week we have had! Dr. Doug Harlander turned 97 on Friday. He was the guest of honor at several parties. He was surprised on Thursday night at Frederic 500 with cards and cake. Pictures were taken and the story of his life was recalled. He has led a very interesting life with several hardships, such as being in the cold ocean water for four hours before being picked up by the British. On Friday, a cake was delivered to our center by his family. After cards, we helped him celebrate again. We took pictures of him, his cake and the flag as background. We want to thank the Harlander family for the cakes and allowing us to be a big part of Doug’s celebrations. By the way, the cakes were decorated with the royal flush cards in two suits. How appropriate! Snowmen decorations came down on Monday, replaced by and hearts, so we will be ready for Valentine’s Day. Don’t forget to

remember your special Valentine. I have personally had a very busy week. Ralph’s sister lives 30 miles from the South Dakota border. Sally happened to meet someone from Madison, Minn., who had a brother living in St. Croix Falls. Sally called and asked “Is Siren anywhere near St. Croix Falls?” We told her it was, and we could come there to pick her up. Sally and her driver made the trip. We picked her up on Sunday night and she stayed until Thursday. We entertained Sally with many things. She had never played WII bowling, so we tried that. She also had never heard of Dime Bingo, so we did this. She won two games. Tuesday night, Ralph had a church meeting so he suggested we try the casino. She was lucky and walked out with an additional $80, while I came out $10 ahead. Wednesday, Ralph took us shopping. Sally thought the shopping was great. She bought a jacket, two blouses, shoes, gifts and material.

We went out for lunch twice and supper one night. We had a good time and enjoyed our time with Sally. Sandy Eng and Priscilla Bauer are busy planning their cancer benefit bingo program they have every year. This year it will be on Sunday, February 26 at Tesora Restaurant in Siren. Mark this date on your calendar as you won’t want to miss this fun time. They do a great job of getting door prizes and recognizing cancer survivors. Our 500 winners were Marie Van Guilder, Marge Traum, Lorna Erickson and Tim McNitt. Gerry Vogel and Dwaine Bentley tied for fifth place. Spades winners were Lorna Erickson, Sue Christensen, John LaFond, Darwin Niles and Carl Link. Roger Greeley and Dwaine Bentley got the 9 bid. Dates To Remember: Feb. 19 – State Snowmobile Show Feb. 20 – State Snowmobile ride Feb. 26 – Cancer Bingo at Tesora 1 p.m. April 26 – 500 Card Party

Webb Lake Community Club 1 p.m.

Swiss Town Meeting 7 p.m.

Daniels Town Meeting 7:30 p.m.

Anderson Town Meeting 7 p.m.

Dewey Town Meeting 8 p.m.

Northland Beekeepers 7 p.m. Rm 165 Burnett County Govt Cntr

WED, FEB. 15 Webster Village Board 6 p.m. Village Hall

THURSDAY, FEB. 23 Parkinson’s Support Group 2:30 p.m. Burnett Medical Center, Grantsburg

WEBSTER SENIORS by Bernie Bolter

What is that bright thing in the sky? We sure haven’t seen much of it lately, with all of the grey dreary days we have had. The groundhog says six more weeks of winter, but if we can get some sunshine, it will help our attitude and overall wellbeing. Once again, we had a great group for dime bingo and all enjoyed the treats furnished by Opal. The big winner was Nancy. There is always room for more players at 12:30 p.m. every Wednesday. Just come in and join the fun. There were four players for pool and Pat O. was the winner. Seven came to play dominoes and Linda was the winner. Wii bowling was exciting as usual. Pat N.

MONDAY, FEB. 27 had high individual game 259 and high individual series 468. The Guys and Dolls had high team game 789 and The Pick Ups had high game 1,557. Splits picked up were Gladys 4-6-10; Max 5-10; Millie 4-10 and Marlene 4-7-10. Good job by all. If you are new to the Webster area and have not been to the Senior Center, please stop in and check out all it has to offer. Lunches are served Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday. Be sure to call the day before you would like to come in for lunch. We have a great bargain table, greeting card corner and lots of books for all to enjoy. We also have Wi-fi available. Remember, the bake sale will be from 9

a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 11. Our next monthly meeting will be at 12:30 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 21. Please plan to attend. Mark your calendar for the next potluck and Horse Race game on Saturday, March 11. We are planning a Garage and Bake sale in early May. If you have any clean, gently used items you don’t know what to do with, we would gladly accept them for our sale. Please don’t bring them in yet, as we have to find a place to store everything. Watch this space for date and time. Thought for the day: Remember yesterday, dream about tomorrow, but live for today. See you at the center.

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GRANTSBURG SENIORS by Patzy Wenthe

Thank you to Bart Z. for the wheelchairs! Yes, we received more than one! Thank you to all who offered. Congratulations, Patriots! Now that the Super Bowl is finished, we can start counting the days until spring! According to the groundhog, we’re in for six more weeks of winter. I think I’ll just wait for the official day of spring on March 20 while enjoying these great winter days. Who knew there was so much entertainment in our schools? The Faculty Follies talent show was a great hit! Reminder, Bingo is canceled this week. We will have bingo at the Valentine Potluck Party starting at 11:30 a.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 15. Bring a dish or goodies to share.

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We’ll supply the prizes. Guess who is the pool player of the month? You guessed it – Dave Goepfert has “run the table” four times in 32 days! I’m lucky toknow which end of the pool cue to use! We want to give February birthday greetings to our friends: Marilyn Brand (1st), Lynn Inouye (5th), Alice Erickson (13th), Clarence Kedrowski (13th), Lowell Olson (28th). Happy birthday! If you’d like to be on our birthday list, just let me know. We still need some ideas for the mural we plan to have painted on the front of our coffee counter. Let me know of your idea. Remember, you can drop off used eyeglasses any day for the Lion’s Club and boxtop labels for the school.

We offer Wi-Fi, coffee and goodies and the “Book Nook.” For meal reservations, call 715-463-2940. Questions on the center or hall rent? Call Patzy Wenthe (715-222-6400) or at the center (715-463-2940) or email us at: gburg118@gmail.com. Coming Events: •Business meeting the third Tuesday of the month (Feb. 15) at 12:30 p.m. •Bingo on Feb. 15 during the potluck party. •American Legion Fishing Contest – Saturday, February 11. •Valentine Party Pot Luck at 11:30 a.m. on February 15. Fun & Games! •Spring Rummage Sale - April 1 •Fun with friends every day.

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A life of crime The stupidity of criminals never ceases to amaze me. For that reason, I’m a big fan of the Darwins — a yearly contest to honor those who have taken themselves out of the gene pool in the most inventive way possible. There’s usually at least one criminal amongst the honorees. One of my favorites has to be the guy, wanting a free soda, stuck his hand and arm up the dispenser chute of a vending machine in order to grab a free Pepsi. The arm, duh, got stuck and in an attempt to get free, the man Seems to begins shaking the vending machine to the point where it became Me unstable and fell on top of the man — killing him. Todd Beckmann I only bring it up because the three stooges who fled from police during an incident in Siren last week are now sitting in jail staring at a handful of crimes. What were these guys thinking — running from cops? Is there ever a time that’s a good idea? Sure, they may have put off the inevitable for five or six hours, but they had to know their time was up. Maybe they all had brothers, sisters or friends who, at one time or another, have gotten nabbed by police, but they thought they had learned from others’ mistakes and thought this was their moment to shine? Maybe they thought they had learned where other criminals had failed? Or, maybe they thought they were auditioning for the “Cops - Burnett County” episode? K-9s are not new to enforcement agencies but in today’s high-tech world, thermal-imaging drones are new. In addition to the dogs, who each located one of the alleged criminals, the drone from Barron County used in last week’s search located the third man. It sounds amazing — almost too good Todd Beckman to be true. So now, not only do wouldbe criminals have to learn how they can be scentfree to avoid K-9 detection, they have to learn how to avoid emitting body heat so these drones can’t find ‘em either. Sounds like a life of crime is getting tougher. Given my dozen years of reporting on the comings and goings of police officers, sitting in on numerous trials and criminals being sentenced for their crimes and having seen countless episodes of “Law and Order,” I’ve always believed that I would make a worthwhile criminal. I think I know what to do and, more importantly, what not to do. Of course, I’ve already made my biggest blunder by telling you my intent — I mean, really, who in their right mind would tell thousands of people he’s about to take on a life of crime? By the by, Oscar did see his shadow last week (Groundhog’s Day) when I dragged him out of the warm house at oh-dark-thirty — but I do have the claw marks to validate my effort. So, does seeing his shadow mean a quick spring or six more weeks of winter? I can never remember.

‘What were these guys thinking– running from the cops? Is there ever a time that’s a good idea?’

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Never mind, Phil Last Thursday, Punxsutawney Phil, the official the groundhog ends up being hunted — by Porky Pig groundhog that predicts if spring will arrive early, of all people. saw his shadow, meaning six more weeks of winter. The groundhog becomes more like Daffy Duck or The pageant and novelty of Groundhog Day is a Bugs Bunny, tormenting Porky and his dog. It all ends nice, but all too brief distraction from the humdrum happily. of mid-winter. In just about every winter, early February is the But how often does Phil get it right? time when people begin to tire of the season. Some According to the folks who keep folks go south for a few weeks or months, others emtrack of these things, Phil expebrace the winter and play in the snow. rienced three year slumps in his It’s all a personal preference, but right about now, predictions twice: 1948-1950 and 2011if the winter has been harsh (and this one hasn’t), 2013. His longest accurate streak is 12 people begin to get fed up with being indoors. years, from 1958-1969. Since society and many debtors don’t readily accept In the records of the many groundhuman hibernation as a viable lifestyle, we are all hogs who have made the predictions, forced to find a way to carry on and push through there have been 99 predictions of until spring. From the winter and only 15 I take comfort in the fact that we are Publisher’s more predictions of an early gaining daylight in the morning as well as Desk spring. the evening. Slowly but surely, spring will So, it’s probably a safe return. During February, we gain two and a Tom Stangl bet to go with “more half minutes of daylight every day. winter.” Yes, we will have six more weeks of winA Pennsylvania news outlet examined ter, but we’ve already made it through what the rodent’s record over a 131 year period, should be the worst of winter. and it turns out he is right about 65 perYup, I probably just jinxed us by actually cent of the time. saying the words. The folks that take care of Phil, “Seer But I have an out — I can blame Punxsutof Seers, Sage of Sages, Prognosticator of awney Phil. Prognosticators and Weather Prophet ExIn the proud tradition of our society, I traordinary,” say that Phil is correct all won’t have to “take the fall” for any bad of the time, if there is a mistake, it is due weather that may or may not result from to a mistranslation of the prediction. this column. I can simply say that it is the I imagine it is rather difficult to speak rodent’s fault. groundhog, and there is a lot of noise and When spring does finally arrive, it truly commotion that takes place before the won’t matter what the groundhog said. Tom Stangl official prediction is made. I prefer to focus on that happy day. I can recall an old Warner Brothers As always, I welcome your comments. Merrie Melodies cartoon about Groundhog Day, You can reach me by email at tstangl@theameryfreecalled “One Meat Brawl.” Grover Groundhog (they press.com, telephone 715-268-8101 or write me at P.O. probably didn’t want to spring for the rights to PunxBox 424, Amery, WI, 54001. sutawney Phil) sings this song about seeing his shadThanks for reading; I’ll keep in touch. Feel free to ow before using some very sophisticated equipment to do the same. make his prediction. As it usually does with cartoons,

‘When spring does ﬁnally arrive, it truly won’t matter what the groundhog said. I prefer to focus on that happy day.’

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To the Editor: Has it only been three weeks since the new president was sworn into office? It seems like a lifetime ago. The president’s chief advisor, Steve Bannon, has stated that he is a Leninist who believes, like Lenin, that it is his job to create chaos and crisis to bring down the established order. The constitution is an example of established order. (He said this himself. I am not making it up!) Mr. Bannon, avowed and unabashed White Nationalist, former chief of Beitbart News, has opened the White House and the office of the Presidency to the White Nationalist alt-right movement. He says he has no empathy for other people, especially the poor. He has no compassion for refugees, the victims of war. He uses helpless people as scapegoats, painting them as terrorists for daring to simply survive. He is the author of the recent executive order, signed by the president, to ban refugees from some “Muslim countries” from traveling into the United States. Now the president has named Mr. Bannon to the National Security Council in an unprecedented move. Bannon is now a part of the decision-making process that could end up getting us into a serious war and nuclear intervention with Iran. Is this what you voted for? I certainly did not. When the process of confirming the president’s cabinet appointments (or not) is finished, Congress will take up some issues that will affect the financial

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wellbeing of all of us who are not in the one percent wealthiest bracket. A bill has been filed in Congress by Rep. Sam Johnson (R-Texas) that will raise the Social Security retirement age to 70, redefine COLAs for new and existing Social Security recipients and reduce your benefits by 27 percent. Did you vote yourself into poverty? I certainly did not. Speaker Paul Ryan is in a big hurry to change Medicare into a private system which will throw senior citizenss into the private health insurance market. He does offer a modest voucher to buy health insurance, but your costs will be higher and your coverage less. Did you vote to die in poverty due to medical bills? I certainly did not. Congressional Republicans are planning to abolish the Affordable Health Care Act and have no plan to replace it. This means thousands of Wisconsin citizens could lose health insurance coverage. Thousands of our neighbors with pre-existing health problems face insurance premiums they cannot afford. Or, they could be denied coverage and face death or bankruptcy. And, young people just starting out would lose coverage under their parents’ plans. Did you vote for this injustice? I certainly did not. The new president will most likely sign this devastating legislation. Did you vote for this betrayal of the American heartland? I certainly did not. Gail Lando Grantsburg

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“We talked and talked,” Barb pointed out. Finally, Barb decided to surprise Denny by showing up at his mother’s house on Mother’s Day because she knew he’d be there. “Neither one of us wanted to get married — Denny had just gone through this awful divorce and I was dating the Packers and was quite happy,” she reasoned. “But we were spending $700 a month for phone calls.” She helped Denny pack and move when he was transferred to North Dakota. The two were married before a Justice of the Peace in September of 1989 and moved to the Webster area in 1992 and then built and moved into their current home in 1993. While Barb and Denny don’t have any kids together, the Blodgett’s have a blended family of five kids, nine grandkids and three great-grandkids.

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for all of Wisconsin’s public schools in its budget, with details of the total K-12 investment to be released in the coming weeks. “We are waiting for the details to come out on this so we know where we qualify,” Grantsburg Superintendent Joni Burgin shared. Governor Walker’s budget increases Sparsity Aid to $55.4 million over the two-year budget. Governor Walker’s budget will also increase the per-pupil reimbursement rate for districts that previously qualified for Sparsity Aid to $400 per pupil. Sparsity Aid is for small rural districts that have less than 745 pupils and a population density of less than 10 pupils per square mile of district attendance. Burgin said Grantsburg has not qualified for this due to enrollment size. “We are larger than what the threshold allows,” she pointed out. But the Governor’s plan addresses that issue by creating a new $100 per pupil tier of Sparsity Aid funding for districts with 746-1,000 pupils. This buffer will provide more stability for school districts that fall just outside the 745 pupil requirement. “We would probably qualify for this new amount because current enrollment is about 830 pupils,” Burgin voiced. “The new aid would mean an extra $83,000.” Webster School District Superintendent Jim Erickson said overall the budget is good news for his school. “In the area of Sparsity Aid, we would stand to gain around $67,000 if the full increase of $100 were to pass,” he said. Governor Walker also looks to provide 100 percent reimbursement for rural school districts in the High-Cost Transportation Aid program by investing $25.4 million over the two-year bud-

g get. According to h his office, this iis an increase o of $10.4 million o over the last b budget. Created in tthe 2013-15 S State Budget, High-Cost Transporttation Aid Jim Erickson provides additional transportation funding to school districts with a density of 50 pupils or fewer per square mile, and per-pupil transportation costs totaling more than 150 percent of the state average — the 2015-16 reimbursement rate was prorated at roughly 60 percent. Erickson said he is not yet prepared to comment on the high-cost aid, other than to say the district is already receiving about $49,000. Gov. Walker also intends to fully fund the Department of Public Instruction’s request for pupil transportation aid by providing $92,000 over the two-year budget. He wants to increase reimbursement rates for pupil transportation to $365 for 12-plus miles (currently this is $300 per pupil), $10 for two-to-five miles in summer school, (currently this is $4 per pupil), and $20 for 5-plus miles in summer school (currently this is $6 per pupil). “Webster would see an increase of close to $33,000,” Erickson said. Likewise, Burgin said Grantsburg is in the same boat. “We did receive transportation aid during this school year,” she noted. “It would be very helpful to continue to receive it —plus an increase.” Gov. Walker wants to increase funding for the Infrastructure Grant Pro-

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g gram through T Technology for E duc at ion a l A Achievement ((TEACH) by $$22.5 million. T This will allow m more school d districts to app ply for grants ffor allowable costs under the Infrastruc-

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become full-time teachers. “We welcome UW efforts to train more teachers,” Burgin exclaimed. The Governor’s proposal also would double the state’s investment for fabrication laboratories. The program supports hands-on science, technology, engineering, arts, and math education by helping public school districts with equipment purchases used for instructional and educational purposes in fabrication laboratories. “We have a FAB lab, but would welcome additional funding to continue to develop our program and expand it into the middle school,” Burgin shared. Governor Walker’s budget will require the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation to allocate $1 million total over the two-year budget for the Fabrication Laboratories Grant Program. Of lesser impact may be the sharing of services between districts than each district being required to have its own team of specialists. “We will need to see details on how this funding would impact us,” Burgin said. Like Burgin and Erickson pointed out regarding their respective schools, Siren Schools would be beneficially impacted by the proposal as well, but Kevin Shetler, district administrator, was not ready to put the cart before the horse. “If in fact the proposed plan is approved, I would be overjoyed as it would be helpful to our district — significantly,” he observed. “But I’ve been in this business too long to count on funding until the signature appears on the dotted line.”

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bone-chilling conditions, life abounds during winter. The harshness of the season makes survival a constant, every-day challenge. January and February can be brutal months. If the snow arrives early and deep, even the largest whitetail buck will struggle. By January, the black bear has long-since retreated to a den to sit out winter in a kind of pseudo-hibernation. Cold, mild, it doesn’t matter. She doesn’t have to deal with any of it. And, in the blackness of the den, she will give birth to a new generation, tiny cubs which will sleep with her until spring arrives once more. Cold? Yes, but winter in Northwestern Wisconsin can also be a time of beauty. Look quickly — a weasel scampers across a frozen pond, his fur as white as the snow, only the black tip of his tail giving him away. He is there for an instant, then he is gone, his tiny tracks in the snow giving the only evidence that he ever

was there at all. Other tracks on a remote gravel back road tell the story of a flock of wild turkeys passing by. Snow is brushed away in several spots where the birds gobbled up some gravel. Tracks in the snow record the creatures who have passed before. On a clear, dark night the aurora borealis, or northern lights, dance across the sky like wave after wave of color — whites, purples, reds, pinks, greens, blues — pulsating and glowing as if alive. They are almost hypnotic as they fill the darkness with color. Even on the coldest night, they offer an awe-inspiring show. My hero each winter is the tiny black-capped chickadee. While the morning air might sting my face and hands and make my eyes water, the chickadee simply endures. When they aren’t offering a show at the bird feeder, they travel effortlessly from bush to bush, greedily munching on life-sustaining seeds and

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CROOKSTON, Minn.—Antoni Zurawski of Grantsburg is a fall 2016 graduate with distinction from The University of Minnesota Crookston with a Bachelor of Manufacturing Management degree in Quality Management.

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PINE CITY—Pine Technical and Community College has announced its fall 2016 honor students from Burnett County. Danbury: Kristina Chase, President’s List; Ivy Lalama, Notable Achievement. Webster: Michelle Fuscone, President’s List; Vicki Taylor, Dean’s List. Siren: Jeneane Klemann, President’s List; Kristin Kosloski, Notable Achievement. Grantsburg: Sarah Bach, Notable Achievement; Janesa Christianson, Notable Achievement; Krista Friese, Dean’s List; Robyn Gorkiewicz, Notable Achievement; Kelsey Melin, Dean’s List; Matthew Moore, Notable Achievement; William Morrin, President’s List; Brad Rehbein, Dean’s List; Ariane Zellmer, Dean’s List. Full-time students who have received a 4.0 GPA for fall semester are included on the President’s List. Full-time students who earn a GPA of 3.0-3.9 are included on the Dean’s List. Part-time students who are enrolled in 6-11 credits and have maintained a GPA of 3.5 are named to the Notable Achievement List.

Webster Schools Monday: Pancakes, sausage links, tri-tater, syrup, Mandarin or-

Kathryn Miller, Wendy Roberts, Zachary Tebow

anges, fresh fruit, choice of milk. Tuesday: Chicken strips, fries, corn, pineapple, fresh fruit, choice of milk. Wednesday: Tomato soup, grilled cheese, string cheese, crackers, pears, fresh fruit, choice of milk. Thursday: Nachos, lettuce, tomato, onion, refried beans, salsa, peaches, fresh fruit, choice of milk. Friday: No school.

ST. PAUL—Three Grantsburg students have been named to the Dean’s List for academic excellence for the fall 2016 semester at Bethel University. They are Kathryn Miller, sophomore, daughter of Kevin and Betsy Miller; Wendy Roberts, junior, daughter of David and Colleen Roberts; Zachary Tebow, freshman, son of Tom and Joy Tebow.

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The GHS Student of the Week is Abby Alderman, a freshman and daughter of Mike and Carol Alderman. Science Teacher Jennie Twohy says, “Abby gives each assignment her full eýort. She answers questions in class and participates positively and enthusiastically.” Abby plays in concert band, pep band and sings in choirs. After school, Abby participates in plays and takes voice lessons. She plans to attend a four-year college to earn teaching degrees in music and theater. A person she greatly admires is her lifelong friend, Carinna Coy Nikunen. It is important to Abby to always work hard and do her best.

Amy Stanford Siren

The Siren High School Student of the Week is Amy Stanford. Amy is a junior and is the daughter of Caryn and Travis Stanford. English Teacher Mrs. Proctor said, “Amy is an incredibly driven student who demonstrates a unique maturity in her writing in AP Literature and Composition.” In her free time, Amy enjoys reading, playing the guitar and listening to classic rock. Amy’s future plans include going to college and possibly studying environmental issues. Amy strives to always work hard and give her best eýort.

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Siren hosts snowmobiling event SIREN—The Association of Wisconsin Snowmobile Clubs (AWSC) invites you to ‘Celebrate Wisconsin Snowmobiling’ at their fourth annual event in Siren. Snowmobile enthusiasts, club volunteers, state officials and even the AWSC’s Miss Snowflake 201617 Erica Keehn will be gathering at The Lodge at Crooked Lake on Sunday, February 19th, from 12 noon to 4 p.m. Plan on an entire day of fun! Meet Siren’s own Herb Howe, winner of the first-ever 1966 Winnipeg-to-St. Paul International 500 Cross-Country Race and 2015 Snowmobile Hall of Fame inductee. Browse the vintage snowmobile show and visit the snowmobile-related vendors and displays. Stop by the AWSC, Wisconsin DNR and Department of Tourism booths. View the racing snowmobiles on display and ‘take a selfie.’ Learn about local snowmobile clubs and see their ‘groomer’ equipment exhibit. Shop the clothing and equipment sales. Sign up for door prize drawings held throughout the afternoon and a special vacation package drawing at the Siren welcome booth. Sample very tasty, award-winning cheeses at the Burnett Dairy booth and be sure to allow time for a ride on Jim Edming’s 1918 Model T Ford Snowcoach! Admission to the event is free and all are encouraged to stop by and experience every fun aspect of the show and of this sport, plus gain an understanding of the dedication that goes into making it all happen by the committed club and association members. This event is being held in conjunction with the fourth annual AWSC ‘Celebrate Wisconsin Snowmobiling’ VIP Ride and is hosted by the AWSC, Wisconsin Department of Tourism, Siren Chamber of Commerce, Siren Tourism Commission, Burnett County and the many sponsors. The event will bring snowmobile enthusiasts and leaders together for an enjoyable event and ride to celebrate the sport

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of snowmobiling. For more information on the sport show or to reserve a booth, please contact the Siren/Burnett County Tourism Information Center, 800-788-3164, or Siren Chamber of Commerce, 715-349-8399, or view details online at VisitSiren.com and AWSC.org.

COVER TO COVER Larsen Family l Public bl Library b AARP Tax Preparation – If you are 50 or older, have low income or cannot afford a tax preparation service, AARP Tax-Aide is here to help. Schedule your appointment by calling the Larsen Family Public Library at 715-866-7697. AARP Tax-Aide volunteers will prepare tax returns in February, March and April. Please bring your social security card, photo ID and last year’s return, along with all the documents needed to file your 2016 taxes. To see if you qualify for the Homestead exemption, bring your Real Estate Tax Notice if you pay property taxes or a completed Rental Certificate from your landlord if you rent. Tax Forms – Wisconsin State and US Federal tax forms are now available at the library in the foyer area. If you cannot find the form you want, we are able to print your form off at the library for free. Job Club Workforce Resource will meet monthly for Job Club from 1 to 3 p.m. the fourth Monday of each month. If you are looking for a job, are long-term unemployed or seeking better employment, join us at Job Club, where the focus is on job applications, resume writing, interview skills, community resources and job leads. Questions? Call 715-718-4840 Ext. 2710.

garten – ask at the circulation desk for more information. Saturday Story Time every Saturday morning. Bring your children to the library at 11 a.m to share stories, snacks and a chance to socialize with other children. Sponsored by Burnett County Family Literacy, who will answer questions about free tutoring and help with reading and math literacy for all ages.

Newly Acquired Materials Adult Hero of Hacksaw Ridge by Booton Herdon; Echoes in Death by J.D. Robb; The Mistress by Danielle Steel; The Sleepwalker by Chris Bohjalian; The Crypt Thief by Mark Pryor; White Dresses by Mary Pflum Peterson; Below the Belt by Stuart Woods; Bookshots: Hidden by James Patterson Juvenile We Found a Hat by Jon Klassen; Out of the Woods by Rebecca Bond; Nanette’s Baguette by Mo Willems; Night Tree by Eve Bunting; Clifford and the Missing Beach Ball by Sonali Fry; Clifford Goes to Kindergarten by Norman Bridwell; Clifford Takes a Trip by Norman Bridwell; Clifford’s ABCs by Norman Bridwell; Before Morning by Joyce Sidman; Raising Dragons by Jerdine Nolen; Love You, Hug You, Read to You by Tish Rabe.

New Table Tennis Hours – Please join us from 4 to 7 p.m. Wednesdays to try a fun and relaxing way to socialize, playing a lively game of ping pong. Ping Pong is also 10 a.m. to noon on the second, third and fourth Tuesdays of the month during AARP tax season. No registration. Questions? Contact John Listerud at 952451-4270 or 715-866-4452.

Knotty Girls Craft Group meets from 1 to 3 p.m. on Monday afternoons. Everyone is welcome! Preschool Storytime meets at 10:30 a.m. every Wednesday morning for a half-hour of stories, social interaction, crafts and treats. Please join anytime – no need to register. And, don’t forget our “Grow a Reader Program,” designed for children from birth to kinder-

Non-Fiction The American Miracle: Divine Providence in the Rise of the Republic by Michael Medved. Large Print The Dead Don’t Bleed by David Krugler; The Matchmakers of Minnow Bay by Kelly Harms; The Alliance by Joina Petersheim; Ring of Fire by Brad Taylor; The Mistletoe Secret by Richard Paul Evans.

Young Adult Prodigy: A Legend Novel by Marie Lu; Girl Online: On Tour by Zoe Sugg. DVD The Girl on the Train; Bones: the Complete 11th Season; Pete’s Dragon; A Man Called Ove.

In loving memory of

Ruby Andrina Cook

Friends Of The Library Book Bags commemorating the library’s 25th anniversary are for sale at the circulation desk. The Friends’ wild rice cookbooks are on sale at the library and the Fresh Start coffee shop. Book Club meets monthly at 10 a.m. on the fourth Tuesday in the Nexen Meeting Room. Everyone is welcome, even if you haven’t had the time or opportunity to read the book. For a list of the 2017 titles or a copy of the book, please contact the library. The February 28 selection is The White Dresses by Mary Pflum Peterson.

you ever injected drugs? If you answered yes to either of these questions, you should be tested for Hepatitis C. While anyone that comes into contact with blood that contains the Hepatitis C virus can become infected, these two groups of people have the highest number of reported Hepatitis C infections. With this in mind, Wisconsin’s newly reported Hepatitis C cases have been on the rise. This is no different in Burnett County. Burnett County has seen a 550% increase in newly reported Hepatitis C cases from 2011 to 2015. Hepatitis C virus impacts your liver. The liver plays an essential role in digestion and removing toxic substances from your body. With this in mind, Hepatitis C can cause lifelong problems including liver damage, liver failure, liver cancer and even death! It is also the leading cause of liver transplants in the United States. It is important to get tested to find out if you are infected. To get tested, contact your doctor’s office to have a simple blood draw performed. Testing is necessary because many people do not experience symptoms. However, when symptoms are present they can include fever, fatigue, abdominal pain, nausea and more. These symptoms can also be associated with other illnesses so it is important to receive a Hepatitis C test to rule out this virus. Finally, while a small number of those that are infected are able to fight off the virus on their own, there is some treatment available for the majority that cannot. As always, remember precautions when dealing with any type of blood spill, including dried blood. Gloves should always be worn and a solution of one part household bleach to 10 parts water to clean the blood is advised. To find out more visit https://www.cdc.gov/ hepatitis/hcv/ Submitted by: Brittany Fry, Burnett County DHHS Public Health “Healthy Minute” is brought to you by healthyburnett.org

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You can only have one Mom so patient, kind, and true. No other friend in all the world will be the same to you. When other friends forsake you to Mom you would return. For all her loving kindness she asked nothing in return. As we look upon her picture sweet memories we recall of a face so full of sunshine and a smile for one and all. Dear Jesus, take this message to our dear Mom up above tell her how we miss her and give her all our love.

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Hunt for the Wondrous Water Bear

WEEKLY WAG News and Updates from the Humane Society of Burnett County

Gizmo is the last of the little doggies we recently acquired at the shelter. He is a seven- or eight-month-old Chihuahua/Miniature Pinscher mix, weighing in at a mere seven pounds. This little guy is quite the character. As I approached h his kennel, he bounced up a and down in front of the b baby gate which was placed iin front of his main gate. (I a assume it’s because of his ssmall size and that he might ttry to squeeze in-between the b bars.) Gizmo is always so excited tto have visitors. He scamp pered from my lap to his bed a and back again. Gizmo might c come in a small package, but h he has a large personality. He Gizmo loves his toys and especially his rope, which he won’t give up easily. We are recommending that he does not go to a home with cats, other dogs or children under eight years old. He doesn’t make it easy to say goodbye, as he would like nothing more than to have you stay in his kennel with him and play. Next is a cat who is near and dear to my heart and has been featured more than a few times before, but is still waiting for that furever home. Yes, it’s Rollo again! I’ve fostered quite a few cats and kittens in the past seven years and can honestly say that he is my favorite. I would adopt him if my other cat would even give a hint at accepting another feline into our household. Rollo is sweet, calm and cool, lovable, a bit shy at first, good with other cats and dogs (that he’s met so far) and loves to be loved. However, he is eight years old and has had a chronic eye issue that we haven’t quite figured out. So, I am hoping that someone out there wouldn’t mind adopting this wonderful “special needs” fellow. I am in the process of trying to find a foster home for him while we are waiting for the right person to come forward to adopt him, in the hopes that his eye issue is just a reaction to being under Rollo stress. We don’t know Rollo’s history, but I truly believe he was owned at one time and then out on his own for quite a while. I rescued him, got him the medical attention he needed and fostered him until a condo opened up at the shelter. Cats aren’t really meant to be kept in cages–even our luxurious cat condos–for a long period. Normally, the turn-around time isn’t too long for our animals. Unfortunately, Rollo has been overlooked because of his age and because of his periodic weeping eyes. It may be a condition he has all his life, so the person adopting him has to have that unconditional love and willingness to take on our very special kitty. I think he paid his dues and now it’s his time to be taken care of, loved and pampered. Do you have it in your heart to accept a nearly perfect feline? Anyone would be lucky to have Rollo.

If you are interested in adopting Gizmo, Rollo, or another animal from our shelter, please visit our website at www. hsburnettcty.org or contact the shelter at (716) 866-4096. The Humane Society of Burnett County is a not-for-profit 501(c) (3) organization. We do not receive financial assistance from the county. Donations of money or supplies are tax-deductible.

BY EMILY STONE, NATURALIST/EDUCATION DIRECTOR CABLE NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM

“They exist in some of the most extreme habitats on earth, from the deep sea trenches to mountaintops and Antarctica. So, I thought, maybe I could find one in Wisconsin, too!” Kaylee Faltys, the Cable Natural History Museum’s new curator, sat down with me recently to talk about her hunt for the wondrous water bear. “To know about something for eight years and then finally see it was thrilling!” said Kaylee. She’d first learned about water bears in an aquatic invertebrate ecology class as an undergraduate. Water bears, also known as tardigrades and moss piglets, are aquatic, microscopic, eight-legged animals, and are thought to be the most resilient animal on earth. “They are the ultimate honey badger!” joked Kaylee, referring to a viral video from 2011 about an African mammal who was named “The World’s Most Fearless Creature” by the Guinness Book of World Records. The catchy tag line from the video was “Honey Badger don’t care.” While honey badgers don’t care about venomous snakes and stinging bees, water bears don’t care about extreme temperatures, x-ray radiation 1000 times the lethal human dose, desiccation, the vacuum of space and pressures higher than you’d experience in the deepest part of the ocean. Among scientists and naturalists, water bears have developed quite a reputation for being tough. “They’ve survived in outer space! They seem too good to be true,” said Kaylee, “so I didn’t think I’d ever see one in real life.” But, when Kaylee started researching lichens for the Cable Natural History Museum’s new exhibit, an idea started developing. Lichens are leaf-shaped organisms composed of both fungi and algae that grow prolifically on tree trunks and other surfaces. They provide habitat for a multitude of microscopic life. “Lichens are one of water bears’ classic habitats,” she said, “and I started thinking about how cool it would be to actually try to see one.” So, armed with her trusty pocket knife and bundled up against subzero temperatures, Kaylee ventured into the untamed wilderness–of the museum’s backyard. After slicing a small patch of lichen off the tree, she brought it back inside and soaked it in room temperature water overnight. Kaylee hoped that the frozen water bears would come back to life. Despite their crazy survival skills, water bears aren’t considered “extremophiles.” Those critters actually seek out and thrive in extreme environments like deep sea vents. In contrast, water bears have learned to simply endure. Their strategy involves going into a state of “cryptobiosis” or extreme hibernation. All measureable metabolic processes stop. Their water content can drop to one percent of normal. The organism seems dead, but the condition is reversible. Getting rid of water is a key to their survival. Water expands and contracts drastically as it freezes and thaws, which can damage cells. If any water molecules are left as a water bear dehydrates, a sturdy sugar called trehalose physically prevents them from rapidly expanding as a result of temperature changes. That’s not all. Flexible, shapeless proteins can rearrange themselves into solid biological glass as they dry out. This bioglass wraps other important proteins and molecules in a stiff, protective envelope that holds them together. The bioglass melts as the water bear rehydrates and everything starts moving again. These adaptations are so effective that water bears have survived more than 30 years in their state of suspended animation called a “tun.”

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Museum Curator Kaylee Faltys was thrilled at her recent sighting of a microscopic water bear. These tiny animals exist in some of the most extreme habitats on earth — including in Wisconsin.

Back in her office, Kaylee put a little bit of the damp lichen on a microscope slide, covered it with a slip, and started searching around the edges for signs of life. Almost immediately she spotted a little wiggler. Although it was almost completely translucent, its chubby, segmented body, with four pairs of stubby legs and two eye spots, were readily visible. “The little guy moved fast,” she exclaimed. “If I looked away he was gone!” “This is a milestone in my scientific life,” philosophized Kaylee, who just began her dream job as a museum curator after receiving a master’s degree in biological sciences from South Dakota State University. “It made my day.” Now Kaylee is hoping to share her excitement about these amazing, oddly cute little creatures. “I’m planning to hold a Tardigrade Treasure Hunt program this summer to help people discover the amazing varieties of life that exist out of sight in our own backyards.”

For 50 years, the Cable Natural History Museum has served to connect you to the Northwoods. Come visit us in Cable, WI! Our new phenology exhibit: “Nature’s Calendar: Signs of the Seasons” is open through March 11.

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Faculty Follies fun The staff of the Grantsburg School District pooled their talents to present another impressive Faculty Follies Variety Show for a standing-room-only crowd in two sold out shows on Saturday. All proceeds from ticket and DVD sales will go to Grantsburgâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Dollars for Scholars. DVDs of the show can be ordered through the school.

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Kim and Nick Hallberg had the audience roaring with their skit â&#x20AC;&#x153;School Announcementsâ&#x20AC;? in which they were the principal and assistant principal doing the morning announcements with their own special twist that involved music and some impressive dance moves.

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Pete Johnson stole the show as the awkward ‘Doyle Swanson — the Falun Flash’ during Grantsburg School District’s Faculty Follies Variety Show.

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At left, staff members had the audience questioning what they were seeing during a dance routine. Above, baby Nick Hallberg showed his excited over getting a basketball toy. At right, Sally O’Malley (Elna Doornink) showed off her dance skills during her audition for the show.

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Community Education coordinator Rebekah Stavne (right) wowed the audience with her beautiful violin playing as she performed the song ‘TellYour Heart to Beat Again’ with her husband Jeremiah. Below, Mike Moritz looks around the room after being awakened in the nursery during the ‘Staff Babies’ skit.

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Above, GHS math teacher Jay Gilhoi’s replacement ‘Mr. Hoigil’ showed up at the Faculty Follies to sing his own musical creation ‘Math Review’ to sharpen the crowd’s math skills. At left, GES music teacher Jenny Pape donned a Dorothy costume to perform a beautiful rendition of ‘Over the Rainbow.’

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Big second half nets Pirates win over Cards

Cassidy Lee breaks G’burg record in win

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GRANTSBURG—After finding themselves down 20-21 at halftime, the Grantsburg Pirates pulled it together to outscore the Luck Cardinals 30-14 in the second half to get the 50-35 win on Friday night. The win puts the Pirates at 9-1 in conference play and a second place in the West Lakeland standings. Luck’s tough defense was able to shut down the Pirates’ outside shooting, allowing no three-point buckets all night. The Pirates had to score from inside, and Tymber King owned the paint, scoring nine first-half points to lead her team. Cassidy Lee was next up scoring seven. Jordyn McKenzie and Olivia Ohnstad added two points each to round out the scoring for the half. Grantsburg cranked it up in the second half and were able to shut down the the Cardinal scoring, while the offense started hitting their shots. Lee found her groove, hitting 19 this half for a game-high 26 points. She came into this game needing 28 points to add her name to the coveted 1000-point scorer list, coming up just two points shy. McKenzie hit some nice jump shots for six points. Rhiana Pochman scored three and King ended the scoring going two for two from the line. “Luck is very scrappy and they are all tough competitors. We had to work very hard for the win,” said Pirates Coach Penny Curtin. “Tymber King had a nice game, scoring nine points in the first half to keep us within range. “Cassidy Lee led all scorers with

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GRANTSBURG—Cassidy Lee broke the single game scoring record for Grantsburg girls basketball on Tuesday, January 31 in a 68-30 thumping of the Frederic Vikings. Lee scored 40 points from everywhere on the court as her teammates kept feeding her the ball. The previous record was 38 points, which was set by Kendra Drake back in 2001 in a game against Frederic. “Cassidy Lee set the single game scoring record during this game with 40 points. Her teammates were selfless in helping her attain her goal,” Pirates Coach Penny Curtin said of Lee’s accomplishment. “Cassidy has worked very hard throughout her career, both during the season and in the off season. We are all happy for her.” Lee scored 22 of her team’s 36 first-half points as they took a comfortable 36-10 lead heading into the half-time break. The Pirates’ senior captain Rhiana Pochman was a defensive nightmare for the Vikings as she tipped and stole passes, and ripped down rebounds on both ends of the court. Pochman had four firsthalf points as well. Senior point guard Jordyn McKenzie hit a nice three-point basket, while Katie Curtin, Whitney Gaffney and Tymber King all added two points to the team’s scoring. Olivia Brock went one-for-two from the line to end the scoring this half. In the second half of play, Lee chalked up another 18 points to bring her total to 40 before taking a seat with over five minutes left in the game. For the game, she was 8-for-10 from the foul line and hit four from behind the arc. Curtin and Brock each had a three-point play this half, getting a bucket and free throw. Freshmen firecrackers Olivia Ohnstad and Brooke Quimby got in the scorebook, each scoring two points. McKenzie and King each scored two more to end the scoring.

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Rhiana Pochman (20) stretches over Luck’s Tiffany Brown 925) and Paige Runnels to put up a shot in Grantsburg’s win over the Cardinals on Friday.

26, falling just two points short of her goal for the evening. “She has been working hard to reach the 1,000 point mark and so wanted to attain that goal at home. I have no doubt that she will make it on Tuesday evening. “Luck was able to shut down our

three-point shooting, but Cassidy was able to take it to the rim to score and she was 8-of-10 from the line. “The girls all worked very hard on defense and even though we had several turnovers, it was a great team effort.”

Tigers drop two non-con games BY GLEN SKIFSTAD SENTINEL SPORTS

BIRCHWOOD/WEBSTER—Tingo Mosher had 13 points, but it wasn’t enough as the Birchwood Bobcats beat the Webster Tigers 61-51 in overtime last Tuesday at Birchwood. Allison Mulroy added 10, as did Julia Gavin for the Tigers. Sophie Phernetton added eight, with Mahi Mosher and Emma Rachner adding five apiece. The Tigers held a 23-20 halftime lead over the Bobcats, but couldn’t hold it as the Birchwood squad put in 30 points in the second half compared to the Tigers’ 27. In the overtime session, Webster scored just one point on a free throw, while the Bobcats had two field goals and seven of nine free throws.

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Grace McCool drives toward the hoop.

SCORELESS SIX MINUTES LEADS TO LOSS With a little over six minutes gone, the Tigers made their first point on a free throw. Their first field goal was made at the 7:27 mark. The Tigers had an uphill battle the rest of the way, losing to the Turtle Lake Lakers on Friday night 48-23. “You can’t be too successful when you get into a 12-0, 14-0 hole right off,” said Tiger Coach Mat

Wood. The Tigers then started the fight, keeping the margin within reach, trailing by nine at the half at 16-7. Tingo Mosher, Julia Gavin and Sydney Raschke each had a field goal for the Tigers with Mahi Mosher going one-for-two at the free throw line. Turtle Lake doubled up on the Tigers in the second half, putting in 32 points to the Tigers’ 16. “We fought hard and managed to get back into the game, but we ran out of gas and it snowballed from there,” said Coach Wood. “We have to find a way to be ready from the opening tip. “We are playing with confidence. We’ve got St. Croix Falls next week and hopefully we’ll play them a little tougher than last time. “I hope we’ve learned a few things to help us be successful in the next couple of weeks,” finished the coach.

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Tigers win ‘Battle of the Cats,’ lose to Lakers BY GLEN SKIFSTAD SENTINEL SPORTS

BIRCHWOOD/WEBSTER-In a “Battle of the Cats” last Tuesday, the Webster Tiger boys basketball team defeated the Birchwood Bobcats 67-40. Jack Washburn led the way in the first half for the Tigers, scoring 18 points. Right behind him was Trevor Gustafson with 10. The Tigers led at the half by a 35-21 margin. Webster nearly duplicated their first half outcome in the second half, putting in 32 tallies. Brad Sigfrids was the high point man in the second session with 12. Gustafson had nine. For the game, Washburn had a total of 20 with Gustafson adding 19. Sigfrids tallied 15 for the Tigers. High scorer for the Bobcats was Kevin Hrdlicka with 14.

Pirates get revenge in battle with Cards BY GOOB COY SENTINEL SPORTS

GRANTSBURG—The Grantsburg Pirates looked to redeem themselves Friday night from a 76-70 overtime loss to the Luck Cardinals in early January. And, in a classic Grantsburg-Luck battle, the Pirates took it down to the wire, holding on for the 45-43 win. It was a close contest from the start, with each team going on runs and the other fighting its way back. It was all knotted up 24-24 at the break, after Grantsburg’s Austin Wedin hit a three-pointer just seconds before the buzzer to tie the game. Tyrell Brande led the Pirates in scoring for the first half with six points. Wedin and John Chenal were next with five points each. Leo Chenal and Austin Olson chipped in three points each, and Luke Anderson added two points this half.

NO SECOND HALF ENERGY FOR TIGERS “We have to play better basketball,” said Coach Rob Scherrer of the Tigers after the 67-45 set back to the Turtle Lake Lakers. “We have to play consistent basketball. “We played with them in the first half with energy, but not the second half. I don’t know what the deal is.” Turtle Lake led the Tigers 7-4 with 13:23 remaining in the first half and then the Tigers went up 10-9 two minutes later. The game see-sawed back and forth and with 6:59 remaining, the teams were knotted at 17. At 23-22 Lakers, the Turtle Lake squad picked up five quick points in the last few seconds to take a 2822 halftime edge. The Tigers called time at 14:35 trailing by five, 3429 and following the time out, Turtle Lake went on a 10-2 run. Turtle Lake scored the last 10 points of the game. “We weren’t the shooters were were in the first half,” said Coach Scherrer. “It comes down to the intensity level.”

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Austin Olson pulls up for a shot in the Pirates’ win over Luck

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Trevor Gustafson (left) knocks the ball away from Turtle Lake’s Erik Bauer.

Luck’s outside shooting was a challenge for the Pirates, with the Cardinals hitting four three-pointers in the second half to keep them in the lead. After being down by 10 points, Grantsburg was able to claw their way back into the game and tie it up at 4040 with just over two minutes left in the game. John Chenal gave the Pirates the lead on a threepoint play with 1:21 left on the clock. Chenal battled down low for the bucket, was fouled and headed to the free throw line to complete the play and go up 43-40. Luck started to work the clock, looking to get a good shot late to tie up the game. But, a heads-up defensive play by Joseph Ohnstad was a game changer. With 29.7 seconds on the clock, Ohnstad got his hands on a Cardinal pass, tying it up for a jump ball, giving the Pirates possession. On the offensive possession, the Cardinals were forced to foul to stop the clock. Anderson headed to the charity stripe and sunk two free throws to put the Pirates up 45-40. The Cardinals took the ball up the court and hit a shot from behind the arc to make it a 45-43 game with 16.2 seconds remaining. Again, Luck needed to foul to stop the clock. They did, but the Pirates missed both shots. Fortunately, Grantsburg got the rebound, was fouled and headed

Pirates back in win column BY GOOB COY SENTINEL SPORTS

GRANTSBURG—The Grantsburg Pirates boys basketball team got back on track recording its second win in four days, taking down the Frederic Vikings 55-44 on Tuesday, January 31. “A good, balanced effort by our team,” Pirates Head Coach Nick Hallberg said after the win. “The luxury of having a normal rotation again, for the first time in a few weeks, really helped.” The Pirates have been plagued by illness since returning after the holiday break and have rarely had

back to the line. Again, both shots were missed. The Pirates got the rebound to maintain possession and were quickly fouled. The Pirates missed the both free throws again. The Cardinals got the rebound but were unable to get off a good shot before time ran out, sealing the win for the Pirates. The scoring for the Pirates was spread around everyone who played. John Chenal was the only scorer to get into double digits with 12. Ohnstad had eight points, all in the second half, including two three-pointers. Leo Chenal recorded seven, followed by Brande with six, Wedin with five, Anderson with four and Olson with three. “We are finding ways to win and tonight was no different. I feel like our defense has started to pick up a little bit, which is good to see,” Pirates Coach Nick Hallberg said. “This was a big win for us and really makes the last couple weeks of the conference season pretty interesting.” The Pirates are now tied with Luck for second place in the West Lakeland. Both teams sit with a 6-3 conference record. Unity holds the top spot with a 7-1 record, but still must face contenders St. Croix Falls and Grantsburg one more time this season.

their full line-up available during the month of January. They started fast this game— the best start they have had for quite a while and set the pace early. The Vikings were coming off of a big win over St. Croix Falls on Monday night, but the Pirates took control of this one early. John Chenal led the charge with 12 first-half points as he battled Frederic’s big man, Mason Gustafson, down low. Leo Chenal got into the mix as well, dumping in four points, as did Luke Anderson. Tyrell Brande, Austin Wedin and Joseph Ohnstad each added two

points to Grantsburg’s first half total to help give them the 26-18 edge at the break. The second half was closer, with the Pirates edging out the Vikings 29-26 to seal the win. Anderson led the Pirates this half with 12 points. He hit two from three-point land, and was six of eight from the charity stripe for a total of 16 points on the night. John Chenal had eight second stanza points for a game-high 20. Wedin added four points, followed by Ohnstad going three-for-four at the foul line. Austin Olson rounded out the Pirates scoring with two points.

Thu. Feb. 9 Siren at Luck (DH), 7:15 pm Fri. Feb. 10 Unity at Webster (DH), 7:15 pm Sat. Feb. 11 McDonell Central at Grantsburg, 3 pm Tue. Feb. 14 Cumberland at Webster (DH), 7:15 pm Birchwood at Siren, 7:15 pm

Girls Basketball Thu. Feb. 9 Siren at Luck (DH), 5:45 pm Grantsburg at Osceola, 7:15 pm Fri. Feb. 10 Unity at Webster (DH), 5:45 pm Sat. Feb. 11 McDonell Central at Grantsburg, 1 pm Mon. Feb. 13 Siren at Washburn, 7 pm Tue. Feb. 14 Cumberland at Webster (DH), 5:45 pm Spooner at Grantsburg, 7:15 pm

Boys Hockey Thu. Feb. 9 Blizzard at Pine City, 7 pm Tue. Feb. 14 Regional Playoffs Blizzard at Amery, 7 pm

Girls Hockey Thu. Feb. 9 Superior at Blizzard (Grantsburg), 7 pm

Wrestling Sat. Feb. 11 Individual Regionals LFGS at St. Croix Central, 10:30 am

Gymnastics Sat. Feb. 11 GLU at Ashland, noon

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Grapplers ﬁfth of ten at conference tournament CAMERON—The Luck-Frederic-Grantsburg-Siren wrestling team placed fifth of ten teams at the conference wrestling tournament in Cameron last Saturday. Clear Lake, St. Croix Falls were one-two. The co-op team from Cornell-Gilman-Lake Holcombe was third, with Shell Lake fourth. After LFGS came Unity, Flambeau, Turtle Lake-Clayton, Cameron and Bruce. Here are Coach Bartlett’s comments regarding his wrestlers and the team. “Hunter Sellent (120) was disappointed. He lost in the semi’s to a kid he beat before. He came back easily to take third. “Landyn Johnson was in a tough weight class. He ran into the Unity kid again. He lost a close one going for third place. I would say this weight had four tough wrestlers. “He was the wrestler of the day,” said Coach Bartlett, referring to Merlin Hibbs. “He was able to knock off the number one wrestler in his bracket to make the finals. He then was caught in the finals and was pinned on a questionable call. He is peaking at the right time. I wouldn’t want to wrestle him.” Merlin took second place. “Brad Lucas did a great job getting his weight down. He wrestled all right. I have to keep reminding him he is only a freshman.” Brad finished in seventh place. Ben Berglund took fifth. “He wrestled hard as always. “Dakota Schultz did a great job and is ready to make a long run in the tournaments.” He went undefeated and placed first. “Brock Phernetton lost a close one to the Unity kid and finished the day beating the kid from Turtle Lake who beat him previously. He wrestled well and took fifth. “At 220, Matthew Louis was able to get a win against a guy he lost to at the St. Croix Falls Tournament. He actually beat him twice. He wrestled okay. I hope he is ready for Regionals.” Matthew was fifth. “Dominic Caroon took seventh place and was in both of his matches. He had the lead in both at one time. I give him credit for wrestling, giving up that much weight. He is going to be tough next year.

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SIREN—The Burnett Blizzard boys hockey team gave it their all last Thursday but fell to the Regis/ Altoona/McDonell (RAM) squad 7-4 in Siren. RAM scored just 1:10 into the game on an even strength goal, but Jordy Larson knotted the score with a goal of his own just 41 seconds later. Then RAM came back, this time with two goals within a 35-second span to go up 3-1. Tanner Buck narrowed the gap to 3-2 with a goal at 14:49 which ended the scoring of the first period, RAM leading 3-2. The team from Regis/Altoona/McDonell scored four times in the second period to take a commanding 7-2 advantage. In the third period, the Blizzard came back. Larson scored twice to make it 7-4, but it was too great a lead for the Blizzard to overcome. Blizzard goalie Mackenna Johnson turned away 19 of 26 shots on goal. Her teammates put 30 shots on RAM goaltender Keaton Comero, with four making it to the back of the net. The Blizzard will have played at Pine City on Tuesday and will host Hayward on Thursday in Siren. The WIAA playoffs begin next Tuesday with the Blizzard going to Amery. SUBMITTED

Dakota Schultz (center) is conference champ in his weight division.

“Overall, I think the team did well. Seven of the nine kids won their last matches. I always like the kids ending the day with a win. “Landyn was a takedown away from winning his final match. “All year, this team wrestled hard and never gave up. “I am looking for a couple of the guys to upset kids at Regionals. They have improved from the beginning of the year,” concluded Coach Bartlett.

Blizzard ladies blanked by Stars BY GLEN SKIFSTAD SENTINEL SPORTS

NEW RICHMOND—The Western Wisconsin Stars of New Richmond blanked the Burnett Blizzard girls hockey team by an 8-0 score last Tuesday night. The Blizzard held the Stars to just two goals in the first period, but then in a 1:12 span in the second frame, the New Richmond area team put four scores past the

Blizzard goalie. They added one more at the midway point of the period and one additional goal in the last period. Blizzard goalie Emma Quimby turned away 61 of 69 shots on goal. The Blizzard will have played at Hayward on Tuesday and will host Superior on Thursday in Grantsburg, a 7 p.m game.

WISCONSIN SPORTING/OUTDOOR NEWS Lombardi ring sold for over $50K at auction in Green Bay GREEN BAY (AP) — Vince Lombardi’s 1956 New York Giants World Championship ring generated the most money at a recent auction of his memorabilia. USA Today Network-Wisconsin reports the ring sold for $50,100. Lombardi was the Giants’ offensive coordinator and became head coach of the Green Bay Packers in 1959. The seven Lombardi-related items raised a total of nearly $127,600. Terry Melia of SCP Auctions says they raised more money than expected. Lombardi’s son, Vince Lombardi, Jr., put the items up for auction himself, saying they were in a safe deposit box “collecting dust.” The other items included a George Halas Night Patek Philippe wristwatch, a congratulatory telegram from President John F. Kennedy, a Green Bay Packers 14-karat gold and diamond cuff link, a Green Bay Packers 14-karat gold and diamond pendant, a Bishop’s Charity Game Bulova wristwatch and New York Giants handwritten playbook notes. Former Badger helps Patriots to Super Bowl win MADISON—James White, who played for four years at the University of Wisconsin, went from relatively unknown to Super Bowl superstar in a matter of a few minutes. His record-setting Super Bowl performance made him a star of Super Bowl LI, and now White is getting the bobblehead treatment. Earlier this week, the National Bobblehead HOF and Museum unveiled a rendering of James White’s Super Bowl Bobblehead, which is now available for preorder,

along with the other Patriots bobbleheads. The officially licensed bobbleheads, which are $30 each and available in the National Bobblehead Hall of Fame’s Online Store, are expected to arrive by June. Without White, the Falcons would have undoubtedly won Super Bowl LI, but White wasn’t even an afterthought for inclusion on the list of players who would get a Super Bowl Bobblehead if the Patriots were to win Super Bowl LI. Sales of White’s bobblehead could even surpass those of Tom Brady and Julian Edelman. Sportsmen to ask about wells, farms, mining MADISON (AP)—The Wisconsin Conservation Congress plans to ask outdoor lovers about high-capacity well regulations, large farm pollution and mining. The congress advises the Department of Natural Resources. Each year it gauges public sentiment on issues with surveys at its spring hearings. This year’s hearings are April 10. The 2017 survey asks if people would support legislation giving the DNR authority to suspend approval for high-capacity wells that have harmed state waters, and suspend large-farm permits when pollution questions need study. The survey also asks if people would support a moratorium on sand mine permits, repealing a 2013 law that relaxed iron mining regulations; and gauges support for a new way to fund land purchases instead of borrowing; and and seeks opinions on tax breaks for allowing deer hunters on private property. The survey is advisory only.

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Austin Bowman (right) ﬁghts to get to the puck.

Blizzard short-ended by Ashland BY GLEN SKIFSTAD SENTINEL SPORTS

ASHLAND—On Saturday, the Ashland Oredockers defeated the Burnett Blizzard 4-1. There was no scoring in the first period. Ashland put 12 shots on Blizzard goalie Mackenna Johnson and the Blizzard had five on the ‘Docker goaltender. In period two, Ashland put three goals across in a matter of three-plus minutes. Austin Bowman of the Blizzard scored at the 13:39 mark of the second frame, with an assist going to Tanner Buck. Ashland added one more insurance goal in the final frame. Johnson had a total of 29 saves for the Blizzard. Brandon Hudson of the Oredockers had 16 saves of 17 total shots on goal. After playing at Pine City on Tuesday, the Blizzard host Hayward at Siren on Thursday (7 p.m.) and begin playoff competition at Amery next Tuesday at 7 p.m.

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End of the season for Rice Lake Speedway ED REICHERT

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Signing to become a Pointer Grantsburg’s Avery Fagerberg (center) signed his letter of intent to play football at UW-Stevens Point next fall. He was joined by his parents JR Fagerberg and Leida Goyeneche during the signing.

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Champions Club Red 15s took ﬁrst place in Kill the Chill volleyball tournament held on Saturday, February 4 in Forest Lake, Minn. Pictured are (front row, left to right): Sophie Reed, Taylor Lehner, Brenna Olson and Lily Hacker. Back: Sydney Bents , Melanie Doll, Olivia Ohnstad, Coach Carrie Olson, Brooke Quimby, Ellie Duncan and Addie Anderson.

WILDSIDE Tree, shrub sale SIREN—The Burnett County Land and Water Conservation Department’s annual tree, shrub and wildflower sale is now in progress for plants available in Spring of 2017. Plants purchased may be used for any purpose, and there is no minimum order. The tree species available include Colorado Blue Spruce, Pin Cherry, Red Maple, Red Oak, Red Pine, Silver Maple, White Pine and White Spruce. Shrub species available include American Highbush Cranberry, American Plum, Juneberry, Ninebark, Red Osier Dogwood and Red Splendor Crab Apple. Trees are offered in bundles of

25; shrubs in bundles of five. All of the plants are bare-root stock and average 9” to 12” tall. Since orders are taken on a first-come, first-served basis. Order early to be sure to reserve the species and amounts that you are interested in by calling (715) 3492186.

The surprising lives of mussels ST. CROIX FALLS—Come explore little-visited reaches of our rivers through photographs, videos and lively stories that reveal the secret lives of mussels in a free presentation at 10 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 18, at St. Croix River Association office Unit 1, next to the St. Croix Falls Public Library at 230

S. Washington Street. Featured speaker will be Mark Hove, a research biologist for the University of Minnesota and Macalester College. He identifies host fish species for freshwater mussels, often working with local high school students including Instructor Matt Berg’s Advanced Biology classes at Grantsburg High School. The presentation is free and open to the public. Space is limited and reservations are strongly encouraged. RSVPs will be honored until 10 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 18. To reserve a space, go to the events calendar at www.stcroixriverassociation.org or call (715) 483-3300.

RICE LAKE—The 2016 racing season officially came to a close the last Saturday in January when racers, crews, fans, sponsors and track employees gathered for the annual Rice Lake Speedway banquet, hosted by track owners Adams-Hansen, Inc. A moment of silence was held before the meal began in memory of four very important people to the racing community whom we lost following the 2016 racing season, including Kyle Runkle, Duane Mahder, Jerry Amundson and Tammy Clark. All were all a big part of the local racing family, and their presence will be sadly missed. Co-owner Dave Adams was the first to come to the podium following the meal, and he gave a rundown on what the likely schedule will be for the track in 2017. The annual car show will be held at Rice Lake’s Cedar Mall on March 30-April 2. The 65th consecutive season of auto racing in Rice Lake will commence on Saturday night, April 15. UMSS Sprint Cars will invade the speedway on May 27. The annual Firecracker special will be held on Monday night, July 3. The WISSOTA Challenge Series for Late Models will be held Saturday night, July 29. The Street Stock Little Dream race is tentatively slated for Tuesday night, Aug. 8 with a rain date of Aug. 9. The season will conclude with the annual Labor Day weekend doubleheader on Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 2-3. Also on the schedule are Kid’s night, bicycle races, Hall of Fame night, Aquafest Trophy night and several more special events yet to be booked. The schedule will be finalized by March 1. Adams announced all five divisions that race at the track will return in 2017. The only significant change will see the Pure Stock class sanctioned by WISSOTA for the coming racing season. Master of Ceremonies Ben Brost introduced the top ten in track points in each division, passed out the plaques and trophies, and interviewed some drivers. The Pure Stocks came to the stage first. Moving up from third in track points in 2015, the 2016 Pure Stock point champion was Jason Havel from Rice Lake. Also taking trophies in the top five were James Clausen, Rice Lake; Joel Hinrichs, Chetek; Tucker Quinn, Ladysmith; and Rob Holmstrom Jr., Cameron. The Rookie of the Year in the Pure Stocks was Holmstrom. For the second straight year, the point champion in the Street Stocks was Cody Kummer from Medford. He was followed by Kevin Bogdanovic, Wausau; Kolby Kiehl, Barron; Hunter VanGilder, Rice Lake; and Sam Fankhauser, Rice Lake. Sixth through tenth in points were C.J. Wagner, Rice Lake; Jay Kesan, Weyerhaeuser; Cooper Berlin, Rice Lake; Ashley Wahlstrom, Rice Lake; and Shawn Amundson, Rice Lake. The Street Stock Rookie of the Year was Wagner. Advancing from a third place finish in 2015, the 2016 point champion in the Midwest Modified division was Ryan Viltz from Chetek. Runner up honors went to Shane Halopka, Greenwood, with the rest of the top five comprised of Austin Ellis, Rice Lake; Travis Anderson, Colfax; and Denny Cutsforth, Rice Lake. Completing the top ten were Tim Ekdahl, Cameron; Bryce Johnson, Barron; Joe Chaplin Jr., Cameron; the late Kyle Runkle, Chetek; and Josh Wahlstrom, Rice Lake. Cutsforth was also named Midwest Modified Rookie of the Year. Advancing from runner up honors in 2015, Eric Olson from Ladysmith was the 2016 Super Stock point champion. He was trailed very closely by Curt Myers, Cameron; Simon Wahlstrom, Rice Lake; who was also named Rookie of the Year in the class, Adam Soltis from Ladysmith and Nick Traynor from Barron with both Soltis and Traynor also being rookies in the class. Completing the top ten were John Erickson, Rice Lake; Jim Cimfl, Turtle Lake; Aaron Wilson, Eau Claire; Kyle Helling, Rice Lake; and Lucas Schultz, Cameron. For the third straight year, Kevin Adams and Mike Anderson finished first and second in the Modified point standings. In the closest battle of the five divisions, Adams, Cameron, edged out Anderson, Colfax, by a mere four points to break the track record for point titles won by a driver. “Pistol” Pat Hoffman, Rice Lake, finished a strong third followed by Wayne Poteet, Spooner and Steve Hallquist, Eau Claire. The second five consisted of Tim McMann, Duluth MN; Ashley Anderson, Elk Mound; Neil Balduc, Bessemer MI; Mark Hessler, Menomonie; and Dave Baxter, Eau Claire.

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SCOREBOARD Boys Basketball

North Lakeland Conference Team Conf All Unity 7-1 12-4 Grantsburg 6-3 11-6 Luck 6-3 10-5 St. Croix Falls 4-3 9-5 Frederic 4-4 8-8 Webster 2-6 7-9 Siren 0-9 6-11 Results Last Week Feb. 3 Unity at St. Croix Falls Frederic 65, Siren 35 Grantsburg 50, Luck 35 Turtle Lake 67, Webster 45 Jan. 31 Grantsburg 55, Frederic 44 Webster 67, Birchwood 40 Cumberland at St. Croix Falls Unity 50, Somerset 38

Grantsburg 55, Frederic 44 Frederic 2 3 FT F TP E. Schmidt 0 0 0-0 3 0 J. tinman 4 0 0-0 4 8 B. Phernetton 1 1 1-2 5 6 L. Wittemeyer 0 0 0-0 1 0 M. Gustafson 8 0 4-5 5 20 K. Olson 0 0 0-1 3 0 C. Schott 3 1 1-2 4 10 Totals 16 2 6-10 24 44

Grantsburg 2 T. Brande 0 L. Chenal 1 L. Anderson 2 A. Wedin 2 J. Ohnstad 0 A. Olson 1 J. Chenal 7 Totals 13

3 0 0 2 0 0 0 0 2

FT F 2-2 0 2-3 5 6-10 1 2-2 2 5-6 3 0-1 3 6-8 2 23-32 16

TP 2 4 16 6 5 2 20 55

Score by halves Frederic 18 26-44 Grantsburg 26 2+9-55

Turtle Lake 67, Webster 45 Turtle Lake 2 3 FT F TP E. Bauer 5 1 0-0 0 13 J. Beach 0 0 0-0 1 0 C. Torgerson 5 1 3-4 2 16 J. Kahl 0 0 0-0 2 0 C. Hoffman 1 7 0-0 3 23 J. Stachowiak 0 1 0-0 0 3 N. Thill 2 0 2-2 0 6 C. Peterson 0 0 0-2 1 0 C. Schneider 3 0 0-0 1 6 Totals 16 10 5-8 10 67

Webster 2 J. Formanek 1 T. Gustafson 2 J. Washburn 2 B. Sigfrids 3 C. Peterson 2 H. Gustafson 4 S. Wilson 0 N. Stadler 0 Totals 14

3 0 2 0 1 1 0 0 0 4

FT 2-2 2-2 1-3 0-1 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-1 5-9

F 4 2 4 0 0 3 1 2 16

TP 4 12 5 9 7 8 0 0 45

Score by halves Turtle Lake 28 39-67 Webster 22 23-45

Webster 67, Birchwood 40 Webster 2 3 FT F TP J. Formanek 2 0 0-0 3 4 T. Gustafson 5 1 6-6 2 19 J. Washburn 9 0 2-3 2 20 B. Sigfrids 4 1 4-7 1 15 A. Spafford 0 0 0-1 0 0 C. Peterson 2 0 0-0 4 4 S. Wilson 1 0 0-0 1 2 N. Stadler 0 0 0-0 5 0 T. Wols 0 0 0-0 2 0 T. Pardun 0 1 0-0 2 3 Totals 23 3 12-17 23 67

Birchwood M. Marcinske A. Amos T. Herricks T. Stanley J. Trude D. French L. Saldana S. Kupper K. Bratvold R. Darling Totals

2 6 1 1 2 0 0 1 1 0 1 13

3 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1

Score by halves

FT 2-3 0-2 2-4 4-4 0-0 0-2 2-8 0-0 1-2 0-1 11-26

F 2 2 5 2 2 0 2 0 1 3 18

TP 14 2 7 8 0 0 4 2 1 2 40

Webster 35 32-67 Birchwood 21 19-40

Totals

Grantsburg 45, Luck 43 Luck 2 3 FT F TP C. Ogilvie 1 4 0-0 4 14 A. Hamack 1 1 0-0 3 5 P. Ellefson 1 3 0-2 5 11 J. Johansen 1 0 1-3 2 3 B. Hacker 3 0 0-0 3 6 C. Ellefson 0 0 0-0 1 0 G. Hershﬁeld 2 0 0-1 4 4 Totals 9 8 1-6 22 43 Grantsburg 2 T. Brande 1 L. Chenal 3 L. Anderson 1 A. Wedin 1 J. Ohnstad 1 A. Olson 1 J. Chenal 5 Totals 13

3 1 0 0 1 2 0 0 4

FT 1-4 1-1 2-4 0-2 0-0 1-2 2-8 7-21

F 0 3 1 3 2 3 2 14

TP 6 7 4 5 8 3 12 45

Score by halves Luck 24 19-43 Grantsburg 24 21-45

Girls Basketball North Lakeland Conference Team Conf All St. Croix Falls 9-0 15-3 Grantsburg 9-1 12-3 Unity 5-5 10-7 Siren 4-5 8-10 Luck 4-6 9-9 Frederic 1-8 4-14 Webster 1-8 2-15 Results Last Week Feb. 6 Siren 55, Solon Springs 42 Feb. 3 Siren 57, Frederic 52 Turtle Lake 48, Webster 23 Grantsburg 50, Luck 35 St. Croix Falls 59, Unity 30 Jan. 31 Birchwood 61, Webster 51 (OT) Unity 57, LCO 14 Luck 48, Prairie Farm 27 Northwood 41, Siren 31 Grantsburg 68, Frederic 30

Grantsburg 50, Luck 35 Luck 2 3 FT F K. Christensen 0 0 0-0 1 K. Melin 1 2 0-0 1 T. Arjes 1 0 1-2 1 O. Nielsen 0 0 0-0 4 P. Runnels 5 0 5-6 3 L. Hacker 0 1 0-2 1 B. Petersen 2 0 0-0 0 T. Brown 1 0 0-0 4 Totals 10 3 6-10 15 Grantsburg 2 3 FT F C. Lee 9 0 8-10 2 J. McKenzie 4 0 0-0 3 O. Ohnstad 1 0 0-0 1 R. Pochman 1 0 1-2 1 O. Brock 0 0 0-0 1 K. Curtin 0 0 0-0 1 T. King 4 0 3-4 5 Totals 19 0 12-16 14

TP 0 8 3 0 15 3 4 2 35 TP 26 8 2 3 0 0 11 50

Score by halves Luck 21 14-35 Grantsburg 20 30-50 Grantsburg 68, Frederic 30 Frederic 2 3 FT F TP C. Thaemert 2 0 0-0 0 4 Player 1 0 0-0 0 2 E. Lahti 0 0 1-2 5 1 T. Ropsenau 0 0 0-0 1 0 H. Schmidt 1 0 2-6 1 4 S. Domagala 1 0 2-4 4 4 K. Miller-Robinson 2 3 0-0 0 13 K. Bartlett 0 0 0-0 1 0 A. McLeod 0 0 0-0 1 0 S. Root 1 0 0-4 2 2 Totals 7 3 5-16 15 30 Grantsburg 2 C. Lee 10 J. McKenzie 0 O. Ohnstad 0 R. Pochman 2 O. Brock 1 K. Curtin 2 B. Quimby 1 W. Gaffney 1 T. King 2

3 4 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

FT 8-10 2-2 2-2 0-0 2-3 1-1 0-0 0-0 0-0

F 2 1 1 2 1 2 1 1 3

TP 40 5 2 4 4 5 2 2 4

19 5 5-18 14 68

Score by halves Frederic 10 20-30 Grantsburg 36 32-68 Turtle Lake 48, Webster 23 Turtle Lake 2 3 FT F TP M. Gerhman 3 1 0-0 3 9 E. Anderson 1 0 2-2 4 4 M. Fagerlin 4 0 1-2 2 9 M. Capra 2 2 8-12 0 18 A. Hiemstra 2 0 2-4 2 6 I. Beltran 0 0 2-2 1 2 M. Miller 0 0 0-2 0 0 J. Lee 0 0 0+-0 2 0 Totals 12 3 15-24 14 48 Webster A. Mulroy M. Mosheer J. Gomalak1 E. Rachner T. Mosher J. Gavin S. Raschke A. Moritz M. Mulroy Totals

2 1 0 0 0 3 4 1 0 0 10

3 FT 0 0-0 0 1-3 0-1 1 0 0-0 0 1-3 0 1-3 0 0-0 0 0-0 0 0-0 0 3-10

F TP 0 2 2 1 2 2 0 5 7 3 9 4 2 2 0 1 0 20 23

Score by halves Turtle Lake 16 32-48 Webster 7 16-23

2 4 1 6 0 3 5 19

3 1 0 1 0 1 0 3

FT F 0-0 3 4-5 4 4-8 3 0-0 2 5-10 0 1-3 3 14-27 15

285, Dominic Caroon, 1-2, seventh place.

Blizzard 4

Birchwood 61, Webster 51 (OT) Webster 2 3 FT F TP A. Mulroy 2 2 0-0 5 10 M. Mosher 1 0 3-4 5 5 E. Rachner 2 0 1-2 1 5 T. Mosher 5 0 3-6 5 13 G. McCool 0 0 0-0 1 0 S. Phernetton 3 0 2-2 0 8 J. Gavin 4 0 2-6 4 10 S. Raschke 0 0 0-0 1 0 Totals 17 2 11-20 22 51 Birchwood J. Garrett R. Mellum M. Schultz S. Hrdlicka T. Widiker A. Loew Totals

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Grantsburg’s Leo Chenal (5) battles for position for a rebound with Luck’s Casey Ogilvie in Friday night’s nail biter win over the Cardinals.

TP 11 6 19 0 14 11 61

Score by halves Webster 23 27 1-51 Birchwood 20 30 11-61

Boys Hockey Middle Border Conference Team Conf All New Richmond 10-0 13-6 Somerset 7-2 15-7 Bald/Woodville 6-3 19-3 Blizzard 2-7 4-16 Amery 1-7-1 4-16-1 RAM 0-7-1 3-11-2 (Note: RAM is Regis, Altoona and McDonell coop team) Results Last Week Feb. 4 Ashland 4, Blizzard 1 Baldwin-Wood ville 5, Henry Sibley 2 Hayward 2, Amery 1 Somerset 4, Rice Lake 3 Feb. 3 New Richmond 3, RAM 0 Feb. 2 New Richmond 6, Baldwin-Woodville 0 Somerseet 3, Amery 0 RAM at Blizzard Jan. 31 Baldwin-Woodville 5, Hayward 1 Spooner 3, Amery 2 Chippewa Falls 6, Somerseet 3 Superior 5, New Richmond 3

Ashland 4, Blizzard 1 Blizzard 0 1 0-1 Ashland 0 3 1-4 PERIOD 1: No scoring. PERIOD 2: Ashland-Scott Gregor (Lane Mielke), power play, 1:10; Ashland-Parker Bresette (Jake Moe), even strength, 2:30; Ashland-Matt Gregor (S. Gregor), even strength, 4:55; Blizzard-Austin Bowman (Tanner Buck), even strength, 13:39. PERIOD 3: Ashland-Bressette (Mielke), even strength, 4:14. Penalties: Blizzard, 8 for 22 minutes; Ashland, 3 for 9 minutes. Goalies: Blizzard-Mackenna Johnson 2933; Ashland-Brandon Hudson, 16-17.

Regis/Altoona/McDonell 7,

RAM 3 4 0-7 Blizzard 2 0 2-4 PERIOD 1: RAM-Austin Erickson (Logan Knaack), even strength, 1:10; Blizzard-Jordy Larson (unassisted), even strength, 1:51; RAM-Calvin Reeg (unassisted), even strength, 2:44; RAM-Erickson (Reeg, Ryan Pire), even strength, 3:19; Blizzard-Tanner Buck (Tanner Van Meter), even strength, 14:49. PERIOD 2: RAM-Daniel Laatsch (unassisted), even strength, 6:14; RAM-Pire (Marcus Bourget, Laatsch), power play, 11:31; RAM-Andrew Millington (Knaack, Nolan Hellegers), even strength, 14:06; RAM-Erickson (Bourget), power play, 16:27. PERIOD 3: Blizzard-Larson (unassisted), even strength, 8:25; Blizzard-Larson (unassisted), even strength, 14:08. Penalties: Blizzard, 7 for 14 minutes; 2 for 4 minutes. Goalies: Blizzard-Mackenna Johnson, 19-26; RAM-Keaton Comero 26-30.

Girls Hockey Team Blizzard

Record 3-11-0

Results Last Week Jan. 31 New Richmond (Western Wisconsin Stars) 8, Blizzard 0

Western Wisc Stars (New Richmond) 8, Blizzard 0 Blizzard 0 0 0-0 Stars 2 5 1-8 PERIOD 1: Stars-Jade Williams (unassisted), even strength, 10:57; Stars-Williams (Cassie Gravelle), even strength, 13:33. PERIOD 2: Stars-Brie Larkowski (unassisted), even strength, 3:19; Stars-Sydney Hahn (unassisted), even strength, 3:59; Stars-Larkowski (Gravelle), even strength, 4:31; Stars-Larkowski (Gravelle, Williams), even strength, 4:31; Stars-Hahn (Margo Gauper), even strength, 9:38. PERIOD 3: Gravdelle (unassisted), even strength, 10:56. Penalties: Blizzard, 2 for 4 minutes; Stars, 1 for 2 minutes. Goalies: Blizzard-Emma Quimby 61-69; Catherine Magler 8-8.

Wrestling Lakeland Conference Tournament Cameron February 4 Team scores 1. Clear Lake 400 2. St. Croix Falls 367 3. Cornell/Gilman/Lake Holcombe 214.5 4. Shell Lake 200 5. Luck/Frederic/Grantsburg/Siren 167 6. Unity 142.5 7. Flambeau 140 8. Turtle Lake/Clayton 110.5 9. Cameron 81 10. Bruce 25 120, Hunter Sellent, 2-1, third place. 126, Landyn Johnson, 3-2, fourth place. 132, Merlin Hibbs, 3-1, second place. 138, Brad Lucas, 2-3, seventh place. 160, Ben Berglund, 1-2, fifth place. 182, Dakota Schultz, 4-0, first place. 185, Brock Phernetton, 2-2, fifth place. 220, Matthew Louis, 4-1, fifth place.

Bowling Black & Orange Early Risers W L 10th Hole 18 7 Gandy Dancer Saloon 16 10 The Granary 12 14 Black & Orange 10 17 High Team Single Games: Black & Orange 759; Gandy Dancer Saloon 744;The Granary 710. High Single Games: Judy Olson 191; Pam Dildine 180; Mary Reese 171. High Team Three Games: Gandy Dancer Saloon 2107; Black & Orange 2076; The Granary 2064. High Three Games: Pam Dildine 495; Claudia Peeterson 472; Mary Reese 460. High Individual Averages: Pam Dildine 158; Judy Olson 151; Claudia Peterson 149; Krystal Gorman 141; Mary Reese 140. Splits: Millie Hansen, 3-10 x 3, 3-9-10; Carol Phelps 5-10; Lorene Breingan/Claudia Peterson, 2-7. TNT Ladies W L Larry’s LP 13 3 Flower Power 10 6 Northwoods Lumber 8 8 Tillie’s Turtlettes 1 15 High Team Single Games: Larry’s LP 885; Tillie’s Turtlettes 875; Flower Power 852. High Single Games: Jennifer Kern 181; Daphne Churchill 175; Sandy Buhil 170. High Team Three Games: Larry’s LP 2574; Flower Power 2471; Northwoods Lumber 2450. High Three Games: Jennifer Kern 481; Shannel Reynolds 456; Cheryl Scallon 452. High Individual Averages: Jennifer Kern 157; Daphne Churchill 147; Sue Eytcheson 146; Cheryl Scallon 143; Becky Reynolds/Mary Reese 139. Splits: Monica Johnson/Millie Hansen, 3-10; Shannel Reynolds, 2-7; Chris Huebner, 4-5; Mary Reese, 4-5 & 5-7; Evie Engebretson, 5-7. Early Birds W L Zia Louisa’s 19 9 Gandy Dancer Saloon 18 10 Black & Orange 12 16 The Tap 7 21 High Team Single Games: Black & Orange 941; Gandy Dancer Saloon 842; Zia Louisa’s 840. High Single Games: Bonnie Fischer 185; Sally Casey/Joan Hava-Hahr 178; Linda Strong 156. High Team Three Games: Gandy Dancer Saloon 2579; Black & Orange 2551; Zia Louisa’s 2476. High Three Games: Sally Casey 463; Joan Java-Hahr 439; Linda Strong 438. High Individual Averages: Sally Casey 152; Judy Olson 144; Claudia Peterson 141; Linda Strong 1410; Lynn Toivola 138. Splits: Linda Strong, 5-7; Bear Schmidt, 3-7-10. Monday Night Men’s W L Bruce’s Auto 10 6 Larry’s LP 9 7 Black and Orange 9 7 Yellow River Saloon 4 12 High Team Single Games: Bruce’s Auto 1118; Larry’s LP 1047; Black & Orange 1018. High Single Games: Tony Wilson 278; Curt Pheps

237; Chris Johnson 226. High Team Three Games: Bruce’s Auto 3198; Black and Orange 3005; Larry’s LP 2939. High Three Games: Tony Wilson 772; Curt Phelps 620; Chris Johnson 617. High Individual Averages: Tony Wilson 205; Neil Huppert 195; Mike Zajac 191; Curt Phelps 190; Josh Jhnson 189. Splits: Chris Johnson, 6-7-10. Wednesday Night Men’s

W L Black & Orange 13 3 Northwoods Lumber 9 7 Ed & the Lefties 9 7 Vacant 1 15 High Team Single Games: Northwoods Lumber 1098; Black & Orange 1066; Ed & the Lefties 1058. High Single Games: Mike Zajac 256; Gene Ackland 236; Fred Zajac 233. High Team Three Games: Black & Orange 3151; Northwoods Lumber 3054; Ed & the Lefties 2969. High Three Games: Mike Zajac 645; Neil Huppert 633; Gene Ackland 626. High Individual Averages: Fred Zajac 208; Neil Huppert 202; Mike Zajac 200; Curt Phelps 197; Monte Rinnman 190. Denny’s Downtown Lanes Tuesday Nite Ladies

W L Northwoods MCL 19 5 Alley Cats 15 9 Denny’s Divas 11 13 Rod’s Broads 10 14 Kelli’s Kitchen 10 14 Hwy. 70 Storage 7 17 High Team Single Games: Alley Cats 630; Hwy. 70 Storage 594; Rod’s Broads 558. High Single Games: Darla Harper 193; Casey Schuur 184; Barb Benson 164. High Team Three Games: Alley Cats 1713; Hwy 70 Storage 1710; Rod’s Broads 1588. High Three Games: Casey Schuur 492; Darla Harper 476; Barb Benson 474. High Individual Averages: Barb Benson 158; Amy Bertelsen 154; Connie McKenzie 153; Patty Meyer 146; Casey Schuur 144; Kim Koster/Carol Soderbeck 142; Michelle Morgan Engstrand 139; Patty Bjorklund 138; Molly Byers 136. Wednesday Night Men’s

W L Erickson Auction Service 22 13 Grantsburg Sanitary 20 15 Farmer’s Insurance 19 16 Darrell’s Hardware 17 18 Radio Shack 15.5 19.5 Wood River Pharmacy 11.5 23.5 High Team Single Games: Darrell’s Hardware 707; Wood River Pharmacy 687; Grantsburg Sanitary 674. High Single Games: Luke Thoreson 220; Edward Bitler 213; Chris Witzany 203. High Team Three Games: Darrell’s Hardware 1975; Radio Shack 1920; Wood River Pharmacy 1915. High Three Games: Luke Thoreson 570; Edward Bitler 549; Dennis Hanson 516. High Individual Averages: Edward Bitler 185; Randy Carey 178; Dave Thoreson 174.

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William Bremer

Marlene Halonie

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William “Bill” M. Bremer, 58, of Webster passed away on Friday, February 3, after a battle with cancer. Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated on Tuesday, February, 7, 2017 at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Webster, with Father Nicholas Punch officiating. Interment followed the Mass at St. John the Bapttist Catholic Cemetery. Bill was born to Marie a and Jerome Bremer on Dec cember 20, 1958 in Frederic. He lived his entire life in W Webster. Bill received an Associate D Degree in Mechanical Dessign from WITC Rice Lake a and later, a Bachelor’s Deg gree in Business Managem ment from the University of W Wisconsin – Stout. Bill started his career at McNally Industries working there for 35 years and was most recently employed by Trace-A-Matic Corporation in Brookfield, Wis., until his passing. Bill enjoyed many things in life, among them being outdoors, canoeing, fishing and hunting, and spending summer weekends at his camper. Campfires were a must, along with dinner and socializing with friends at the Red Barn. Bill’s greatest passion was riding his Harley Davidson. He loved going on motorcycle trips and took many across the country. These trips included riding to the annual rally in Sturgis, S.D., “The Fall Ride” in Tomahawk, riding Route 66 in Oklahoma, “The Rolling Thunder Veteran Ride” in Washington, D.C and Tombstone in Arizona. Bill is survived by his mother, Marie Bremer; fiancé, Lori Lien and her daughters, Kelsey Lien and Kassie Lien; sons, Jeremy (Crystal) Bremer and Nick Bremer; sisters, Peggy (Ken) Strabel and Margie Ince; brother, Paul Bremer; grandchildren: Taylor, Brianna, Damion and Mariah; and many nieces, nephews and friends. Preceding Bill in deathwas his father, Jerome Bremer. Online condolences may be expressed at www.swedberg-taylor.com. Arrangements were entrusted to Swedberg-Taylor Funeral Home of Webster.

Service moved to Siren Chapel

COURT

Services for Marlene Halonie will be held Saturday, February 11, 2017 at the Swedberg-Taylor Siren Chapel, with visitation from 11 a.m to noon and the funeral service at noon. The service has been moved to the Siren Chapel due to construction at the Webster Chapel. A full obituary ran in last week’s Sentinel.

Frank (Butch) Zurek Frank Anthony (Butch) Zurek, 66, of Webb Lake, formerly of St. Paul, lost his courageous battle with cancer on February 5, 2017 in Brownsville, Tex. A memorial service and celebration of Frank’s life will be held in May. A full obituary will follow. Online condolences can be made at www.swedberg-taylor.com. Arrangements were entrusted to Swedberg-Taylor Funeral Home of Webster.

DEATHS

Theft-Movable Property

• Aaron M. Stroot, 28, Webster, pleaded no contest, was sentenced to five months in jail and was fined $3,195.43, which includes restitution.

Warrants issued week of Jan. 30:

• Shaun J. Belisle, 30; Jimmy L. Dennis, 29; Michael D. French, 33; Michael J. Kegel, 45; Tanya K. Milton, 36; Stephanie L. Nelson, 42; Alan J. Schwartzbauer, 27; Ashley M. Smith, 33.

SIREN POLICE

• Jan. 30, Waylon J. Snyder, 27, Sandstone, MN, was cited for reckless driving, driving too fast for conditions, imprudent speed, operating after revocation, operating without a license, failure to stop at a stop sign and non-registration of vehicle.

WISCONSIN STATE PATROL

January 16, 2017, John Martin Goepfert, Jr., 78, Grantsburg. January 19, 2017, Michele Ann Briggs, 50, Town of Trade Lake. January 22, 2017, Karen Louise Hotchkiss, 67, Town of Dewey. January 26, 2017, John Gordon Northup, 73, Town of Jackson.

MARRIAGES

• Jan. 31, Shuyler Mosay-Rainey, 20, Balsam Lake, was arrested for obstructing an officer.

Reports from police and sheriff agencies are simply arrest reports. At press time, no charges have been ﬁled.

BIRTHS Violet Naomi Lynn Spohn

R ld F bt tto T bi k Ronald F. S Sampson, W Webster, Tamara A A. B Babiak, Webster.

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Robert and Erin Spohn of Grantsburg announce the birth of their daughter, Violet Naomi Lynn Spohn, 6 pounds 12 ounces, born Monday, January 23, 2017 at St. Croix Medical Center in St. Croix Falls, WI.

Cadence Lynne Dean

Incidents • Feb. 4, Scott Swanson, 46, Minong, was arrested for operating while intoxicated and hit-and-run to property. • Feb. 5, Dakota Keller, 18, Grantsburg, was arrested for theft of movable property. • Feb. 5, Timothy Gorman, 53, Siren, was arrested for

Timothy Dean and Samantha Nelson of Grantsburg announce the birth of their daugther, Cadence Lynne Dean, 6 pounds 15 ounces, 20¼ inches, born at 11:25 on Thursday, January 26, 2017 at Burnett Medical Center in Grantsburg. Cadence’s grandparents are Annette Nelson of Grantsburg and David and Ruthann Dean of Albany, OR.

ON-GOING EVENTS EVERY SUNDAY AA meetings 9 a.m. Siren at New Beginnings Club 715-349-2588 1 p.m. rural Webster Lakeview Methodist Church 2390 Cty. Rd. X. 715-468-7228 1 p.m. Hertel, Dewey Town Hall

EVERY MONDAY Adult Day Care 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Crexway Court Grantsburg First Friends Playtime 10 a.m. to noon at Lakeland Family Resource Center, 314 Elm St., Spooner 715-635-4669 Burnett Cty. Family Resource Ctr. Playgroup 10-11:30 a.m. at 24062 St. Rd. 35/70, Siren Ruby’s Siren Food Shelf 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. 24534 St. Rd. 35/70, Siren AA meetings 7 p.m. Webster Senior Citizens Center

7 p.m. Frederic Pilgrim Lutheran DivorceCare Recovery and Support Group Sessions for both adults and children, 7 p.m. First Baptist Church, Osceola 715-294-4222 or 651-214-5251 (after 5 p.m.) Lions Bingo 7:30 p.m. Webster Community Center

EVERY TUESDAY Adult Day Care 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Birchwood Manor, Siren Overeaters Anonymous 10 a.m. Alano Club St. Croix Falls Grantsburg Rotary meeting Noon at 429 East State Road 70 Alanon Meeting 7 p.m. Lakeside Community Lutheran Church, 28626 Cty. Rd. H, in A and H

EVERY WEDNESDAY Forts Folle Avoine History Library 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Open other days by appointment Ruby’s Siren Food Shelf 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 24534 St. Rd. 35/70, Siren Pre-School Story Hour 10:30 a.m. at Grantsburg Public Library

AA Meetings 1 p.m. Hertel, Dewey Town Hall 7 p.m. Siren New Beginnings Alanon Club, 349-2588

‘Lost Voice Club’ meeting 7 p.m. Moose Lodge Meeting Room, Siren. 715-8667585

EVERY THURSDAY Adult Day Care 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Birchwood Manor, Siren

Grantsburg Area Food Shelf Food distribution to qualifying residents of Grantsburg School District 9:30-11:30 a.m. at 320 S Brad St., Grantsburg

‘Library Fun for Little Ones’ 10:30 a.m. at Shell Lake Public Library

Siren/Webster Rotary meeting Noon at The Pour House, Siren

Narcotics Anonymous 7 p.m. New Beginnings Bldg., Siren

New Life Recovery Program 7 p.m. Wood River Christian Fellowship, Grantsburg. 463-3941

AA Meetings Danbury Noon at Methodist Church Webster 7 p.m. Crossroads Church

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SIREN—A series of Woodland Owner Forums is scheduled from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Thursday evenings February 23 through March 23 at The Lodge at Crooked Lake in Siren. The forums are free. No registration is required. The forums conclude with a Saturday afternoon, March 25 session about passing your land on to the next generation. These sessions are an opportunity to learn about your options, meet local forestry professionals in person and learn from the experience of other woodland owners. Each presenter will be accompanied by a woodland owner that has experience with session’s topic. Session topics include:

• MFL (Managed Forest Law) - is it for you? • Oak wilt, ash borer and other pests in your woodlands. • Deer management assistance program (DMAP). • Success takes planning: Get the most from your woodlands. • Timber sale tips for woodland owners. Phil Stromberg of Stromberg Forestry Consulting will teach the ins and outs of selling your timber. Experienced foresters can help guide this process with positive outcomes for you, your land and perhaps your pocketbook, too. For more information, contact John Haack, UW- Extension Natural Resource Educator (715) 635-7406

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STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT BURNETT COUNTY FLP PT Enterprises, Plaintiff v. Patricia Lewis, Defendant NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE Case No. 16 CV 183 PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered by the Court, the Sheriff will sell the described property at public auction as follows: DATE & TIME: February 14, 2017 at 10:00 a.m. TERMS: 10% of the successful bid must be paid to the sheriff at the sale in cash, cashier’s check or certified funds, payable to the clerk of courts (personal checks cannot and will not be accepted). The balance of the successful bid must be paid to the clerk of courts in cash, cashier’s check or certified funds no later than ten days after the court’s confirmation of the sale or else the 10% down payment is forfeited to the plaintiff. The property is sold subject to all liens and encumbrances. Purchaser to pay transfer fees, delinquent, and accrued real estate taxes. This is an “AS IS” sale. There are no Warranties or Representations made by either the Sheriff or Plaintiff regarding condition of title or property. CAUTION: DEFENDANT HAS HOUSED 13 DOGS AND 4 CATS IN RESIDENCE AND NOT PROPERLY HEATED THE RESIDENCE ALLOWING IT TO FREEZE PLACE: Lobby of the Burnett County Courthouse located at 7410 County Road K, Siren, Wisconsin 54872. LEGAL DESCRIPTION: South 760 feet of the W ½ of the W ½ of SW NW, EXCEPT the South 100 feet thereof, being located in S21-T38N-R19W. PROPERTY ADDRESS: 23425 Jensen Road, Grantsburg, WI 54840 Burnett County Sheriff FLP PT Enterprises 715.558.5232 WNAXLP (January 25, Feb. 1, 8)

TOWN OF UNION NOTICE Please take notice that on the 15th day of February, 2017 at 5:00 p.m. at the Webster Fire Hall located at 7420 Main Street West, Webster, Wisconsin, the Town Board for the Town of Union will consider a petition for the discontinuance of a portion of a public roadway previously platted as Lake Drive and now being known as Shady Glen Road, being more particularly described as follows: Part of Shady Glen Road, platted as Lake Drive, adjacent to Lot 1 of Certified Survey Map No. 1938, recorded in Volume 10, pages 280-281, part of Lot 20 and Lot 21 of the Plat of “Shady Glen” as dedicated to the public on the plat of “Shady Glen” recorded in Volume M of plats, page 12, no. 38 all located in Government Lot 1, Section 36, Township 40 North, Range 17 West, Town of Union, Burnett County, Wisconsin, and more particularly described as follows: Commencing at the North-

west corner of Section 36; Thence S46°04’43” East 1167.26 feet to the Point of Beginning; Thence N32°16’53” East 63.80 feet; Thence S57°43’07” East 174.06 feet; Thence N29°46’55” East 97.03 feet to a meander line of Yellow Lake; Thence S52°22’40” East 49.75 feet along said meander line; Thence S29°45’52” West 159.36 feet; Thence N56°56’05” West 226.39 feet to the Point of Beginning. This parcel contains 20,300 square feet (0.46 acres) more or less and includes those lands lying between the meander line and the ordinary high water mark of Yellow Lake and is subject to easements and restrictions of record. /s/ Kim Johnson Kim Johnson, Union Town Clerk WNAXLP (January 25, Feb. 1, 8)

STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT BURNETT COUNTY First Guaranty Mortgage Corporation c/o RoundPoint Mortgage Servicing Corporation 5016 Parkway Plaza Blvd., Suite 200 Charlotte, NC 28217 Plaintiff, vs. Sarah K. Dohmeyer 3113 E Birchwood Pl Chandler, AZ 85249-9680 Troy J. Dohmeyer 10727 Stone St Union, KY 41091-8053 Joshua A. Iverson 1631 W 26th St Minneapolis, MN 554052411 Jane Doe Iverson 1631 W 26th St Minneapolis, MN 554052411 Defendants, Jane Doe Dohmeyer 10727 Stone St Union, KY 41091-8053 John Doe Dohmeyer 3113 E Birchwood Pl Chandler, AZ 85249-9680 Added Defendants. PUBLICATION AMENDED SUMMONS Case No. 16-CV-73 The Honorable Kenneth L. Kutz Case Code 30404 (Foreclosure of Mortgage) The amount claimed exceeds $10,000.00 THE STATE OF WISCONSIN To each person named above as a defendant: You are hereby notified that the plaintiff named above has filed a lawsuit or other legal action against you. Within 40 days after January 25, 2017 you must respond with a written demand for a copy of the amended complaint. The demand must be sent or delivered to the court, whose address is 7410 County Road K #115, Siren, WI 54872-9067 and to Gray & Associates, L.L.P., plaintiff’s attorney, whose address is 16345 West Glendale Drive, New Berlin, WI 53151-2841. You may have an attorney help or represent you. If you do not demand a copy of the amended com-

plaint within 40 days, the court may grant judgment against you for the award of money or other legal action requested in the amended complaint, and you may lose your right to object to anything that is or may be incorrect in the amended complaint. A judgment may be enforced as provided by law. A judgment awarding money may become a lien against any real estate you own now or in the future, and may also be enforced by garnishment or seizure of property. Dated this 13th day of January, 2017. Gray & Associates, L.L.P. Attorneys for Plaintiff By: /s/ William N. Foshag State Bar No. 1020417 16345 West Glendale Drive New Berlin, WI 53151-2841 (414) 224-1987 Gray & Associates, L.L.P. is attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. If you have previously received a discharge in a chapter 7 bankruptcy case, this communication should not be construed as an attempt to hold you personally liable for the debt. WNAXLP (January 25, Feb. 1, 8)

STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT BURNETT COUNTY Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. Plaintiff, vs. Lisa Kledhans and Timothy Kledhans Defendants. NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE Case No. 16-CV-99 PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on November 22, 2016 in the amount of $68,353.14 the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: February 28, 2017 at 10:00 a.m. TERMS: Pursuant to said judgment, 10% of the successful bid must be paid to the sheriff at the sale in cash, cashier’s check or certified funds, payable to the clerk of courts (personal checks cannot and will not be accepted). The balance of the successful bid must be paid to the clerk of courts in cash, cashier’s check or certified funds no later than ten days after the court’s confirmation of the sale or else the 10% down payment is forfeited to the plaintiff. The property is sold ‘as is’ and subject to all liens and encumbrances. PLACE: Burnett County Government Center DESCRIPTION: Lots 29, 30, 31 and 32, Hawk’s Nest Addition to Voyager Village, Town of Jackson, Burnett County, Wisconsin. PROPERTY ADDRESS: 28655 Hawks Nest Dr Webster, WI 54893 DATED: December 29, 2016 Gray & Associates, L.L.P. Attorneys for Plaintiff 16345 West Glendale Drive New Berlin, WI 53151-2841 (414) 224-8404 Please go to www.gray-law. com to obtain the bid for this sale. Gray & Associates, L.L.P. is attempting to collect a debt and any information ob-

tained will be used for that purpose. If you have previously received a discharge in a chapter 7 bankruptcy case, this communication should not be construed as an attempt to hold you personally liable for the debt. WNAXLP (January 25, Feb. 1, 8)

STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT BURNETT COUNTY Deutsche Bank Trust Company Americas as Indenture Trustee for the registered holders of Saxon Asset Securities Trust 2006-3 Mortgage Loan Asset Backed Notes, Series 2006-3 Plaintiff vs EVELYN J. BEAVER, et al. Defendant(s) NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE Case No: 16 CV 58 PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on August 10, 2016 in the amount of $247,346.30 the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: February 28, 2017 at 10:00 AM TERMS: By bidding at the sheriff sale, prospective buyer is consenting to be bound by the following terms: 1.) 10% down in cash or money order at the time of sale; balance due within 10 days of confirmation of sale; failure to pay balance due will result in forfeit of deposit to plaintiff. 2.) Sold “as is” and subject to all legal liens and encumbrances. 3.) Plaintiff opens bidding on the property, either in person or via fax and as recited by the sheriff department in the event that no opening bid is offered, plaintiff retains the right to request the sale be declared as invalid as the sale is fatally defective. PLACE: at 7410 County Road K Siren, Wisconsin 54872 DESCRIPTION: A parcel of land situated in Government Lot 2, of Section 4, Township 39, North of Range 14 West, described as follows: Beginning at the Southwest corner of Lot 2, 4-39-14, thence North along the West line of said Section 4 a distance of 600 feet more or less to point of intersection with the shore of Gaslyn Lake, thence directly East to a point on the West line of County Trunk H. being a distance of 150 feet, more or less, thence in a Southwesterly direction along the West line of County Trunk H to a point directly East of the place of beginning, thence directly West to the place of beginning. PROPERTY ADDRESS: 27039 County Road H, Webster, WI 54893 TAX KEY NO.: 07-024-2-3914-04-5 05-002-012000 Dated this 30th day of December, 2016. _____/S/____ Sheriff Ronald L. Wilhelm Jr. Burnett County Sheriff Michael Holsen BP Peterman Law Group LLC State Bar No. 1073973 165 Bishops Way, Suite 100 Brookfield, WI 53005 262-790-5719 Please go to www.jpetermanlegalgroup.com to obtain the bid for this sale. BP Peterman Law Group LLC is the creditor’s attorney

and is attempting to collect a debt on its behalf. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. WNAXLP (February 1, 8, 15)

STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT BURNETT COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF MICHAEL P. O’HARA Notice Setting Time to Hear Application and Deadline for Filing Claims (Informal Administration) Case No. 17 PR 05 PLEASE TAKE NOTICE: 1. An application for informal administration was filed. 2. The decedent, with date of birth July 2, 1942 and date of death December 28, 2016, was domiciled in Burnett County, State of Wisconsin, with a mailing address of 7560 Lagoon Lane, Webster, WI 54893. 3. The application will be heard at the Burnett County Courthouse, Siren Wisconsin, Room 205, before Jacqueline O. Baasch, Probate Registrar, on 3-23-2017, at 10:00 AM. You do not need to appear unless you object. The application may be granted if there is no objection. 4. The deadline for filing a claim against the decedent’s estate is 5-4-2017. 5. A claim may be filed at the Burnett County Courthouse, Siren, Wisconsin. 6. This publication is notice to any person whose names or addresses are unknown. If you require reasonable accommodations due to a disability to participate in the court process, please call 715-349-2177 at least 10 working days prior to the scheduled court date. Please note that the court does not provide transportation. /s/ Jacqueline O. Baasch Probate Registrar 2-3-2017 Adam C. Benson, Attorney at Law BENSON LAW OFFICE, LTD P.O. Box 370 Siren, WI 54872 715-349-5216 1032855 WNAXLP (Feb. 8, 15, 22)

NOTICE OF PENDING APPLICATION FOR PROPOSED BRIDGE Susan Tollander, 7425 County Rd K, Siren, WI 54872 has applied to the Department of Natural Resources for a permit to construct a bridge over Staples Lake. The project is located in the NW1/4 of the NW1/4 of Section 17, Township 41 North, Range 15 West, Town of Swiss, Burnett County. Burnett County has obtained $128,103.00 in snowmobile and ATV grant funding to construct a bridge on Trail 45 crossing, a wetland area at the south end of Staples Lake. This wetland crossing is very rough, and higher water levels have made it unsafe and hard to maintain. In order to make the crossing safer for snowmobilers, winter ATV riders, and groomers while avoiding damage to the wetland the proposal is to install a 150’ bridge to cross this area. The Department will review the proposal provided by the applicant and any information from public comments and a

public informational hearing, if requested. The Department will determine whether the proposal complies with ss. 1.11 and 30.123(8), Stats., and ch. NR 150, Wis. Adm. Code, and ensure that the required mitigation meets the standards in s. 281.36 (3r), Stats. if the project impacts wetlands. The Department has made a tentative determination that it will issue the permit or contract for the proposed activity. If you would like to know more about this project or would like to see the application and plans, please visit the Department’s permit tracking website at https://permits. dnr.wi.gov/water/SitePages/ Permit%20Search.aspx and search for WP-IP-NO-20177-X01-16T11-36-08. Reasonable accommodation, including the provision of informational material in an alternative format, will be provided for qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. Any person may submit comments and/or request a public informational hearing by emailing Dan.Harrington@ wisconsin.gov or writing to Dan Harrington, 810 West Maple Street, Spooner, WI 54801 by U.S. Mail. If you are submitting general comments on this proposal, they must be emailed or postmarked within 30 days after the date this notice is published on the Department’s website. If you are requesting a public informational hearing, the request must be emailed or postmarked within 20 days after the date this notice is published on the Department’s website. A request for hearing must include the docket number or applicant name and specify the issues that the party desires to be addressed at the informational hearing. If no hearing is requested, the Department may issue its decision without a hearing. If a public informational hearing is held, comments must be postmarked no later than 10 days following the date on which the hearing is completed. The final decision may be appealed as indicated in the decision document. Docket Number IPNO-2017-7-00114 WISCONSIN DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES For the Secretary Dan Harrington /s/ Water Management Specialist Date 01/20/2017 WNAXLP (February 8)

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Handing down love — one recipe at a time Trying new recipes is fun, but sometimes all that I want is a simple old recipe that has been in the family for years. Last week, I made two very old recipes that I haven’t cooked for years--my grandmother’s cabbage rolls and my old friend’s oven chow mein. The recipe cards have yellowed over time and in some placWild Chow es the ink has faded so that I’ve traced over Lisa Erickson the writing so I can read them. I get a little t l i when h I see my grandmother’s nostalgic handwriting and imagine her standing at her big white stove cooking with one hand in the front pocket of her yellow apron. Even the recipes themselves have become more than words. Old recipes reflect traditions and love. I am carrying on that tradition. Sometimes I will cook a recipe when I am missing the person who wrote it. When I was putting some old pictures into a new box last week, I came across a picture of myself and two other older ladies, one whom ladies was in her 90s when I was 27. We were friends at church. The older woman, Helen, a widow with no children had been alone for a very long time. We became fast friends because we both enjoyed cooking. She invited my family over for dinner frequently. Not only would she have a main course, but also she would serve homemade bread, a salad and a dessert — all from scratch. The table was beautifully set with place mats

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and the condiments were in sparkling crystal dishes. She made me feel very special. This is her recipe. It may seem simple, but with a salad, fresh baked bread, a homemade dessert and a nicely set table, it will feel like a special occasion! Helen died 18 years ago and I still miss her. She spoke volumes of love through her recipes and hospitality. Her memory is more vivid when I cook her favorite recipes.

Helen’s oven chow mein 1 lb. ground beef 2 onions, sliced 2 cups celery, sliced 1 can cream of mushroom soup 1 can cream of chicken soup 1 cup rice ¼ cup soy sauce 2 cups hot water 2 cups chow mein noodles (crunchy kind) Pre-heat oven to 350 degrees.

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PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE OF MONTHLY BOARD MEETING TOWN OF GRANTSBURG

The Town of Grantsburg, Burnett County, Wisconsin, will hold their monthly board meeting at the Town of Grantsburg Clerk/ Treasurer’s Of¿ce, 118 E. Madison Ave., on Monday, February 13, 2017, at 5:30 P.M. The agenda will include: Call to order; Pledge of Allegiance; minutes of the January 11, 2017 board meeting; Mel Mogen; Citizen Input; Updates – Roads; Board update/discussion for town of¿ce/town hall; review correspondence; any updates; new business; treasurer’s report and payment of invoices; adjourn. Any amendments to the agenda will be posted. WNAXLP

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In a large fry pan, cook the ground beef, onion, and celery about 10 minutes. Drain any grease and pour into 9 x 13 baking pan. Add the soups (without adding water or milk), rice, soy sauce, and water. Stir until combined. Cover tightly with foil and bake for 2 hours. Top with chow mein noodles when serving.

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PUBLIC NOTICE Electronic Ballot Tabulation Under Wisconsin State Statute 5.84(1), public tests of the electronic ballot tabulation system will be held to ascertain that the equipment will correctly count the February 21, 2017, Spring Primary, votes cast for all of¿ces and on all measures. All tests are open to the public. Town of Anderson, Feb. 13, 2017, at 8:00 a.m. - Town Hall - 13808 Anderson Road, Carmen Bouchie, Clerk, 715-488-2339 Town of Blaine, Feb. 13, 2017, at 10:00 a.m. - Northland Community Center 1232 East School Road, Charla Zaccardi, Clerk, 651-783-5641 Town of Daniels, Feb. 15, 2017, at 9:00 a.m. - Town Hall - 9697 Daniels 70 Road, Liz Simonsen, Clerk, 715-349-2291 Town of Dewey, Feb. 13, 2017, at 6:30 p.m. - Town Hall - 24433 Town Hall Road, Pamela Brown, Clerk, 715-468-7111 Town of Grantsburg, Feb. 14, 2017, at 11:00 a.m. - Town Of¿ce - 118 E. Madison Avenue, Romey Nelson, Clerk/Treasurer, 715-463-5600 Town of Jackson, Feb. 14, 2017, at 2:00 p.m. - Town Hall - 4599 County Road A, Lorraine Radke, Clerk, 715-866-8412 Town of LaFollette, Feb. 13, 2017, at 10:00 a.m. - Town Hall - 24184 Malone Road, Linda Terrian, Clerk, 715-349-2531 Town of Lincoln, Feb. 13, 2017, at 6:00 p.m. - Clerk’s Home - 25603 Icehouse Bridge Road, Wanda Washkuhn, Clerk, 715-866-4201 Town of Meenon, Feb. 15, 2017, at 4:30 p.m. - Town Hall - 7396 Kruger Road, Suzanna M. Eytcheson, Clerk, 715-866-4893 Town of Oakland, Feb. 13, 2017, at 6:00 p.m. - Town Of¿ce - 7426 West Main Street, Deanna Krause, Clerk, 715-866-8213 Town of Roosevelt, Feb. 11, 2017, at 11:00 a.m. - Clerk’s Home - 2997 County Road EE, Patricia Hayden, Clerk, 715-468-2468 Town of Rusk, Feb. 15, 2017, at 10:00 a.m. - Clerk’s Home - 26985 East Benoit Road, Bonnie Harder, Clerk, 715-635-4723 Town of Sand Lake, Feb. 13, 2017, at 9:30 a.m. - Clerk’s Home - 25862 Normans Landing Road, Peggy Tolbert, Clerk, 715-222-9375 Town of Scott, Feb. 13, 2017, at 10:00 a.m. - Town Hall - 28390 County Road H, Karen Wiggins, Clerk, 715-635-2308 Town of Siren, Feb. 11, 2017, at 7:30 p.m. - Town Hall - 7240 S. Long Lake Road, Mary Hunter, Clerk, 715-349-5119 Town of Swiss, Feb. 13, 2017, at 5:00 p.m. - Town Hall - 7551 Main Street, Judy Dykstra, Clerk, 715-656-3030 Town of Trade Lake, Feb. 11, 2017, at 3:00 p.m. - Clerk’s Home - 13361 State Road 48, Deborah Christian, Clerk, 715-488-2600 Town of Union, Feb. 11, 2017, at 1:00 p.m. - Town Hall - 9015 County Road F, Kim Johnson, Clerk, 715-866-7311 Town of Webb Lake, Feb. 13, 2017, at 10:00 a.m. - Town Hall - 31000 Namekagon Trail, Gail Keup, Clerk, 715-259-3439 Town of West Marshland, Feb. 13, 2017, at 11:00 a.m. - Town Hall - 12259 County Road F, Kerri Harter, Clerk, 715-463-2461 Town of Wood River, Feb. 13, 2017, at 6:30 p.m. - Town Hall - 11610 State Road 70, Raylene Swanson, Clerk, 715-689-2318 Village of Grantsburg, Feb. 13, 2017, at 9:00 a.m. - Village Hall - 316 South Brad Street, Patty Bjorklund, Clerk, 715-463-2405 Village of Siren, Feb. 13, 2017, at 9:00 a.m. - Village Hall - 24049 First Avenue North, Ann Peterson, Clerk/Treasurer, 715-349-2273 Village of Webster, Feb. 13, 2017, at 1:00 p.m. - Village Hall - 7505 Main Street West, Debra Dorriot-Reineccius, Clerk/Treasurer, 715-866-4211 WNAXLP

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A&H CROSSROADS CHRISTIAN CHURCH 28509 County Road H 1/8 mile north of A&H intersection Pastor Tryg Wistad 715-635-4816 www.crossroadschurch@gmail.com Sunday Worship 10:00 am Wed. Bible Study 7:00 pm Thurs. Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Bible Study 1:30 pm Sat. Menâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Bible Study 8 am

LAKESIDE COMMUNITY LUTHERAN CHURCH, ELCA Cty Rd. H, 1/2 mile N. of Cty. A on H Office: (715) 635-7791 Pastor Bill Schroeder Sunday Worship: 10 am w/ communion Sunday School 9 am All welcome www.lakesidelutheranwi.com

SACRED HEART OF JESUS & MARY CATHOLIC CHURCH Jct. Cty. Rds A & H â&#x20AC;˘ Crescent Lake Voyager Village Area. 715-866-7321 Fr. Michael J. Tupa, Pastor Mass: Thurs. 9:30 am Sun. 8:00 am Reconciliation as per bulletin & by appt.

ALPHA CALVARY COVENANT 11530 St. Rd. 70, Grantsburg 715-689-2541 Scott Sagle, Pastor Sunday Worship 10:30 am Sunday School: 9:30 am Bible Study: Wed. 7:30 pm

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You may be wondering just what the heck is going on with the title of this article. Why is there a pound sign and the word â&#x20AC;&#x153;blessed?â&#x20AC;? Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s actually a reference to whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s called a â&#x20AC;&#x153;hashtag.â&#x20AC;? This social media phenomenon is something you may have seen on the news in posts from Twitter or on TV shows, inviting you to talk online about your favorite program. The hashtag is everywhere today and itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s simply a way of organizing folksâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; comments about a particular topic. I want to draw your attention to one popular hashtag in particular, hashtag â&#x20AC;&#x153;blessed.â&#x20AC;?

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ATLAS ATLAS UNITED METHODIST UPPER ST. CROIX PARISH 2110 295th Ave. Cty. Rd. B Pastor Kookho Kim/ Pastor Ran Yoo Worship: 11 am Sunday School: 11:15 am

CUSHING LAKETOWN LUTHERAN 2738 220th St. Pastor Marilyn Crossfield Worship: 10:45 am Sun. Sch.: 10:45 am (Sept. - May) Wheelchair Accessible

FIRST LUTHERAN Pastor Marilyn Crossfield Worship 9 am Sun. Sch. 9 am (Sept. - May) Wheelchair Accessible

DAIRYLAND THE WOODLAND CHURCH (A Wesleyan Church) 33921 State Rd 35 â&#x20AC;˘ 715-244-3649 Sunday Worship 11 am Bible Study 6:30 pm, Wed. with potluck

DANBURY FAITH COMMUNITY CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 7534 Peet St. â&#x20AC;˘ 715-656-4010 Sunday: Adult Sunday School 9 am Morning Service 10 am Evening Service 7 pm Monday: Bible Study 6:30 pm

#blessed has been around for a long time, at least in social media circles, where approximately 15 minutes is actually a long time. Sometimes the hashtag can be used appropriately, for appreciation and gratitude about the more profound things in life. But, in social media the word blessed has been vastly over-used. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a way to brag about all the sunny, happy things that are going right in oneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s life while still trying to remain humble at the same time. Jesus reminds us through the Beatitudes that blessings are not like that at all.

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OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP CATHOLIC CHURCH 7586 St. Rd. 77 â&#x20AC;˘ 715-866-7321 Fr. Michael J. Tupa, Pastor Mass: Fri. 9 am & Sat. 4 pm Reconciliation as per bulletin & by appt.

EKDALL COMMUNITY CHURCH 8 mi. north on Cty. Rd. F, Fire #13295 715-463-5408 â&#x20AC;˘ Dan Shadis, Pastor Meeting every Sunday at 9 am Potluck lunch following. Everyone welcome.

FALUN FIRST BAPTIST Mike Kleven, Pastor Sunday Sch. for all ages 9:30 am Church Service 10:45 am Youth Ministries 6:30 pm, Wed. Adult Bible Study 2 pm, Thurs.

TRINITY LUTHERAN Jay Ticknor, Pastor â&#x20AC;˘ 689-2271 Worship 9:00 am (Nursery prov.); 10 - 11 am coffee & fellowship; 10:15 - 11 am Sunday School (Sept. - May) A class for all ages. Everyone welcome. Comm. Every Sunday. Everyone welcome

FREDERIC SEVENTH DAY ADVENTIST Benson Rd. â&#x20AC;˘ 715-327-4956 Pastor Curtis Denney Sat. Service; Sabbath Sch. 9:30 am; Worship 11 am

UNITED METHODIST 7520 Water St. â&#x20AC;˘ 715-866-8646 Rev. Eddie Crise, Sr. Pastor Rev. Thomas Cook, Assoc. Pastor

PILGRAM LUTHERANFREDERIC (ELCA)

Pastor Paul Peterson 507 Wisconsin Ave. N. 715-327-8012 Sunday Worship: 8:30 am Communion 1st & 2nd Sundays LWF3 - 5-7 - 1st & 3rd Wed of month www.pilgrimlutheranfrederic.org

CHURCH OF CHRIST 107 Elm St. â&#x20AC;˘ 715-327-8387 Minister: Guy McCarty, Gene Olson, Robert Rutherford Sunday 9 am - 12 pm Worship & Study

CROSSWALK COMMUNITY CHURCH (EFCA) 505 Old County Road W 715-327-8767 crosswalkcommunity.org Pastor Greg Lund Sunday School 9:00 a.m. Worship 10:15 a.m. Look for us on facebook

ST. LUKEâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S UNITED METHODIST Pastor Arveda â&#x20AC;&#x153;Freddieâ&#x20AC;? Kirk Church: 327-4436 Parsonage: 327-8383 Sunday Worship: 10:30 am Fellowship following Wednesday Service: 5:15 pm Church School: Wed. 3:45 - 5 pm Wheelchair accessible. Childcare available during service

WEST SWEDEN GRACE LUTHERAN 1638 345th Ave. â&#x20AC;˘ 327-4340 Rev. Thomas McShannock Worship 9:15 am; Sunday School 10:30 am Comm. 1st & 2nd Sunday

ZION LUTHERAN BONE LAKE 5 mi. E. of Frederic on W, 2 mi. S. on I (715) 472-8660 Pastor Mike Fisk Sunday School 9:15 am; Sunday

Jesus says blessed are the humble, the poor in spirit, and those who mourn among others. True blessing comes from Godâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s enduring love in the midst of all the highs and lows of life. Godâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s blessings arenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t the kind of gifts that we can easily point to, because Godâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s perspective is more profound than our own. Godâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Kingdom is on a whole other playing field than our usual perceptions of blessing. The effects of the Beatitudes are only fully seen in the long run. We are truly blessed and we canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t express the great depth of that blessing in 140 characters or less.

Worship 10:30 am; Communion 1st Sunday; Contemporary Service 3rd Sunday.

ST. DOMINIC CATHOLIC CHURCH Fr. Joseph Madanu 715-327-8119 Mass: Sat. 4:30 pm Sun. 10:30 am

IMMANUEL LUTHERAN CHURCH Pastor Jody Walter Office: 715-866-7191 Hm: 715-866-4622 10:45 a.m Church Service 9 am Sunday School Communion 2nd, 4th & 5th Sun.

GRANTSBURG CENTRAL UNITED METHODIST UPPER ST. CROIX PARISH 715-463-2624 Pastor Kookho Kim and Pastor Ran Yoo Worship 9 am; Fellowship 10 am; Christian Ed. Class (all ages) 10:30 am Nursery Available

Sunday 9:30 am Sun. School 11 am Held at Grantsburg HS Auditorium

FAITH LUTHERAN Pastor Sandy Hutchens 715-463-5388 Worship 9:30 am Service on WCMP Radio (100.9 FM) Communion celebrated every Sunday Christian Education Wed. afternoon & evening www.myfaithlutheran.org

GRACE BAPTIST Rev. Brad Moore, Sr. Pastor; George Selbher, Assoc. Pastor 715-463-5699 Sun. Worship 10:15 am; Sun. Sch: 9 am Wed., 5:30 pm Supper for all, 6 pm All Stars, Youth Connection, Grace Nursery Sch: Tues. & Thurs., 9 am

BETHANY LUTHERAN Pastor Jay Ticknor â&#x20AC;˘ 463-5746 Worship 11 am Sunday School 9:30 am Nursery is available

IMMACULATE CONCEPTION CATHOLIC CHURCH Fr. Joseph Madanu Mass: Sun. 8:30 am Saturday 6:30 pm Memorial Day through Labor Day

CHICKEN COOP CHURCH Mission Developer: Peter Johnson 12119 N. Fork Drive 715-566-1992 A church of the unchurched for the unchurched Soup in the Coop 4 pm Sunday Worship 5 pm

LIVING HOPE CHURCH Doug McConnell, Senior Pastor 715-463-5794 Chris Radtke, youth pastor Worship Services

WOOD RIVER CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP Dan Slaikeu, Pastor 715-488-2456 Worship 10 am Sun. School 10:30 am Mid-Week Bible Study Call for info

NEW HOPE LUTHERAN 685 W. State Rd. 70 715-463-5700 Emory Johnson, Pastor Sunday Worship Service 9:30 am Sun. School & Adult Bible Study 11:15 am Watch live and recorded sermons on our website www.newhopelutheranchurch.org

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HERTEL LAKEVIEW UNITED METHODIST S. of Hertel • Jack Starr, Pastor Worship & Sun. Sch. 9 am

LEWIS MEMORIAL UNITED METHODIST 3482 115th St. • 715-866-8646 Rev. Eddie Crise, Sr. Pastor Rev. Thomas Cook, Assoc. Pastor Worship 8:45 am; UMM/UMW 6:30 pm, 3rd Wed. www.umc4pt.com

LUCK LUCK LUTHERAN 5th St., 510 Foster Ave. East 715-472-2605 Ralph Thompson, Pastor Sunday Worship Service: 10:30 am (Sept-May); Sunday School 9 am (Sept-May); Sunday Worship Service 9 am (June-Aug); Monday Evening Cont. Worship 6:30 pm (June-Aug)

ST. PETER’S LUTHERAN Hwy. 35 & Cty. Rd. B • 472-8190 Roger Kastelle, Pastor Sunday Worship Service: 9 am Sunday Sch.: 10 am

WEST DENMARK LUTHERAN

SIREN COVENANT

1 mi. west of Luck on N & 170th 715-472-2383 Linda Rozumalski, Pastor Worship: 10:00 am Fellowship following the Service Holy Communion: 1st & 3rd Sun., bring for food shelf.

Brian Pardun, Pastor 7686 Lofty Pines Dr. 715-349-5601 Sunday School 9 am Worship 10 am Fellowship follows Wheelchair Accessible www.sirencovenantchurch.org

MARKVILLE

JEHOVAH’S WITNESSES

ZION LUTHERAN CHURCH

Sunday Public Talk 10:00 am Watch Tower 10:40 am Cong. Bible Study Tues. 7:00 pm Ministry School 7:35 pm Service Meeting 8:05 pm

Pastor Janeva Stromberg 320-679-1012 Council Chair 715-244-3301 Worship 11 am; Sun. Sch. 10 am

SIREN ASSEMBLY OF GOD

SIREN

Andrew Bollant, Pastor Worship 9:30 am Wed. Youth 6:30 pm Wheelchair accessible

BETHANY LUTHERAN Paul Peterson, Pastor Worship: 10:30 am Sunday School: 9:30 am Coffee Hour: 9:30 am - before Service. Nursery available.

SPOONER BEAUTIFUL SAVIOR EV. LUTHERAN CHURCH (WELS)

SIREN UNITED METHODIST

Gene E. Jahnke, Pastor 715-635-7672 Juct. Hwy 53 & 70 Worship 9:30 am Sunday/Bible Class 10:45 am; Sun. 7:40 am “Voice of Salvation” broadcast, WJMC 96.1 FM

24025 1st Ave. S. • 715-866-8646 Rev. Eddie Crise, Sr. Pastor Rev. Thomas Cook, Assoc. Pastor Worship 10:15 am Sunday School 9 am (Nursery available) Youth Ministries Wed., 6 pm UMW, 1st Wed., 12 pm Bible Study 9 am Wed. www.umc4pt.com

ST. ALBAN’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH Corner of Elm & Summit Streets 715-635-8475 Father David Bauer Holy Eucharist: Sun. 10:30 am Holy Days as announced

TRADE LAKE ZION LUTHERAN 11841 Cty. Rd. Z • 327-8384 Rev. Thomas McShannock Sunday School 9:45 am; Sunday Worship 11 am Communion 1st & 2nd Sunday

CHURCH OF CHRIST

TRADE RIVER EVANGELICAL FREE CHURCH 9 miles So. of Grantsburg on Hwy. 87 715-488-2296 Rev. Dale Van Deusen, Pastor Worship 9:30 am Sun. Sch. 10:45 am Wednesday Nights 6:30 pm Adult Bible Study 6:30 pm Jr. & Sr. High Youth Group www.traderiverefc.org

7425 W. Birch • 866-7157 Sun. Bible Class 9:30 am (all ages) Worship 10:30 am Bible Study 7 pm, Wed. (all ages)

FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF WEBSTER 7422 Kola Ave 715-866-4111 Sunday School 9:30 am Sunday Worship 10:45 am Wednesday AWANA and SIGN (youth group) 6:30 pm

WEBSTER TRADE LAKE BAPTIST

GRACE UNITED METHODIST

20750 Cty. Rd. Z (Just South on Cty. Rd. Z, off Hwy. 48) 715-327-8402 David Prince, Pastor Sun. Mornings – Something For Everyone Sun. Sch. 9:15 am Worship 10:15 am Wed. Eve. 6:30 pm AWANA & adult Bible study Everyone is Welcome! Nursery is provided! www.tradelakebaptistchurch.org

26503 Muskey Ave. So. 715-866-8646 Rev. Eddie Crise, Sr. Pastor Rev. Thomas Cook, Assoc. Pastor Sunday Worship 10:30 am Sunday School 9:15 am Bible Study - 1:00 pm, Tues. UMW 2:15 pm 2nd Tues. www.umc4pt.com

OUR REDEEMER LUTHERAN LCMS Pastor Jody Walter Off. 715-866-7191 Hm. 715-866-4622 www.facebook.com/ OurRedeemerWebster 9:00 am Church Service 10:45 am Sunday School & Choir Practice Communion 1st & 3rd Sundays

ST. JOHN THE BAPTIST CATHOLIC CHURCH Cedar and Muskey Ave. 715-866-7321 Fr. Michael J. Tupa, Pastor Wednesday Mass 5:30 pm Sunday Mass 10:00 am Reconciliation as per bulletin & by appt.

YELLOW LAKE LUTHERAN 7615 County Rd. U • 866-8281 Pastors Douglas Olson, Myron Carlson & Danny Wheeler Sunday Worship Services 9:30 am Communion 1st & 3rd Sun. www.yellowlakelutheranchurch. org

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Webb Lake draws a crowd

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Jim Paul of Forest Lake, Minn. sets his tip up.

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Danbury’s Cash Johnson shows off one of the TODD BECKMANN | SENTINEL first fish taken during Saturday’s ice fishing Carrie Keup baits her hook in the hopes a contest on Webb Lake. monster Northern will take the minnow.

Nature endures CONTINUED FROM PAGE 9

Mother Nature is quite a lady. Sometimes she can be angry, harsh as a biting winter wind roaring across a northern clearing, lashing out at all who dare to look her in the face. She can be as fierce as a blizzard, with snow blowing sideways as her breath passes right through you, no matter how warmly you dress. Yet, her moods are easily changed. When the wind dies down the harsh land is transformed, blanketed in a soft whiteness. On a bitterly cold morning, it is quiet. The wilderness is bathed in silence, as if catching its breath. The only sound one might hear is the overhead cackle of the crow as it takes wing — another sound that makes me shiver. Early on bitter cold January mornings the sun breaks over the far horizon, shining brightly — but it offers no warmth to man or nature. Days bathed in sunshine can be the coldest of all. Extended cold means deer will use much of the fat reserves they entered the season with. Some will not make it to spring. It is a fact of life in Northwestern Wisconsin. And yet, life will continue, season to season, year to year. Even during the coldest days that Old Man Winter can produce, life in the wild finds a way to survive. by Bill Thornley, Spooner Advocate

Dressed to ward off the stiff southeasterly breeze, Jordan Gramer of Danbury spends some of his time jigging.

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Taking a break from staring at a hole in the ice, William Griffin of Ham Lake, Minn. enjoys a snowmobile ride.

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SCHOOL BUS

DRIVERS School Bus Driver Appreciation Week February 13-17, 2017

GRANTSBURG

Front Row: Debbie Harmon, Becky Anderson, Angie Louis, Virginia Hillman, Allen McKinley Back Row: Todd Anderson, Rick Danielson, Kevin Louis, Leon Miller, Joel Johnson. Not Pictured: Bill Guptill, Driver; Dwight Anderson, Contractor; Ruth Anderson, Van Driver; Duane Jackson, Contractor

SIREN

Front Row: Dave Kopecky, Bonnie Tjader and Tom Goepfert Back Row: Ed Cycenas, Rich Tims, Marc Hobbie, Jon Schopke and Tim Harmon

WEBSTER

L to R: Robin Blomberg, Darrell Lisdahl, Amy Bengtson, Brian Hegge, John Erickson, Mathew Pawlak, Leonard Huonder, John Jensen, David Streit, Michael Tietz Not Pictured: Carey Rossow, Erica Gustafson, Pat Anderson and Mike Zelinski.

These area businesses thank our bus drivers for their efforts: Acorn Pantry Adventures Restaurant & Pub American Family Insurance – Richard Tims Agency Anderson Automotive Anytime Fitness Backwoods Beer & Bait Better Than New Furniture & Decor Burnett Dairy Burnett Medical Center Carey’s Ben Franklin / Radio Shack Chattering Squirrel Café

Connor’s Service Station Corey Arnold Insurance & Financial Services Daeffler’s Quality Meats Denny’s Downtown Lanes Earth Energy Systems Fiedler Ford Fourwinds Market Fur, Fins & Feathers Sports Gary Nelson Insurance Agency Gary’s Rude Café Grantsburg Telcom

Hopkins Sand & Gravel Indianhead Credit Union Ingalls Clinic - SCRMC Jenneman’s Hardware Hank Log Cabin Store & Eatery Making Memories & More Maxwell Heating & Air Conditioning McNallys Industries Nexen North States Industries Northwestern WI Electric Co. Ohnstad Therapy Services

Parker Hannifin Sam’s Motor Express / Vasatka Systems Siren Dairy Queen Siren Family Eyecare Siren Telephone Square 1 Foods Tesora Restaurant The Lodge at Crooked Lake Village Floral & Gifts Wayne’s Foods Plus

The Grantsburg School District would like to thank this awesome group of drivers for their care of our children as they transport them daily. You do a terriﬁc job and we really appreciate you!

GRANTSBURG SCHOOL DISTRICT We Appreciate You!!

SIREN SCHOOL DISTRICT Recognizing & thanking our bus drivers for their dedication to providing safe transportation for our students

WEBSTER SCHOOL DISTRICT