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Grantsburg hockey rink purchased JONATHAN RICHIE EDITOR@BURNETTCOUNTYSENTINEL.COM

GRANTSBURG––Curt Lee of Grantsburg has purchased the hockey rink in Grantsburg and plans on turning it into a sports complex with possible office space. “It’s a great facility and I want to make it work for the whole community,” Lee told the Sentinel last week. “I’ve been involved with the hockey association in Grantsburg for years and I’ve always wanted it to be a nice facility to hold events.” Lee continued by saying he hopes the new sports complex will service the entire community. There are also plans to add some office space at the facility. Representatives from the hockey association came to the village board back in September asking for help to keep the facility running. Lee is still in the planning phase of the project but has high hopes for what will come next. “I’m not expecting to make a ton of money,” Lee said. “I just want there to a nice complex in our area.”

We are in a new year, 2019 is in full swing. That being said 2018 is over and there is never a better time to reminisce than after the holidays. Now is the time when the Sentinel editorial staff go over all of the past year’s issues and stories and pull the top 10 stories. This year we have put them in chronological order. Without further ado, here are our top news stories of 2018. Along with some of the best pictures that landed on our pages in 2018.

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It’s time to hit the trails After last week’s snowfall snowmobile trails have been opened by the Parks and Forest Department. Read the story on page 2.

Top 10 stories of 2018 Big Wood Lake vehicle rescued January

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Karl Anderson and his crew last January on Big Wood Lake pulled this SUV with the help of his own invention - FIRM.

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On Christmas Day 2017 a rescue was made to save two men who had driven onto Big Wood Lake and then their SUV broke through the ice in the early evening. After a heroic rescue of the driver and passenger the next step was getting the SUV that had presumably sunk to the bottom of the lake. Karl Anderson and his crew got to Big Wood Lake around 10 a.m. Sunday, Jan. 7, not knowing exactly how the day was going to go. Thirty minutes later they had hauled the

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majority of their equipment onto the lake and began the arduous process of getting a full sized SUV out from under almost 18 inches of ice. A little less than four and a half hours later they had extradited the vehicle from the icy water and pulled it to the dock. Anderson and his crew first used a special underwater camera to locate the vehicle. The next step was setting up Anderson’s invention-FIRM, which stands for floatable ice recovery machine. Once FIRM was in place the SEE 2018, PAGE 2

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Snowmobile trails open with some exceptions JONATHAN RICHIE EDITOR@BURNETTCOUNTYSENTINEL.COM

BURNETT COUNTY–– The Burnett County Forest and Parks Department announced last week that they would be opening the majority of snowmobile trails in the county with a few remaining closed. “After consulting with the Burnett County Snow Trails Association, the decision was made to open the majority of the Snowmobile/ winter ATV Trails in Burnett County at 3 p.m., Friday, Dec. 28 – with the exception of trails 150, 119, and the portion of Trail 151 from South Markville Rd to Trail 118,” the departments website stated. Throughout the county winter-use ATV trails are marked with blue blazer markers and snowmobile trails are marked with orange markers. The statement explained Thursday’s rainfall was followed by snow and was expected to freeze over the weekend. It also stated there is no off-trail usage allowed in the county. “Please stay on the designated trails to protect our trail agreements with private landowners. It only takes one person to have the entire trail system shut down,” the statement said.

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chain saws were unpacked and they cut up the ice above the submerged vehicle. Then the divers got into place. They went under and hooked up the SUV to FIRM’s winches and began pulling it out of the water. It was drained and then hauled across the frozen lake with about 50 people out on the lake ice fishing washing it towed to the dock.

Student team’s work goes low gravity March A team of four middle school students from around Wisconsin will see their hard work soar when their experiment goes to the International Space Station (ISS) in June. The students, of the iForward School, are the first K-12 students from Wisconsin and members of the only online school ever to be selected to participate in the Student Spaceflight Experiment Program (SSEP). Once there, the team’s experiment will be conducted by astronauts at the ISS while they concurrently run a control experiment on the ground. The experiment is designed to determine the role microgravity has on the metal gallium’s structural properties when subjected to heat. For the students and staff of the school, headquartered in Grantsburg, this marks the culmination of nearly a year of application and preparation. On March 12, the iForward team learned that their experiment was among those selected for the SSEP Mission 12. “Throughout the process of this experiment, there has been joy, frustration, expectation and a lot of patience. There have been a few complications in our experiment. We have had choices to make and challenges,” added Anita Finch, who is iForward’s only Grantsburg native on the team and is in seventh grade. “This has been such an honor, and I am excited to see what and where this journey brings us next!” iForward is the Grantsburg School District’s nationally-recognized tuition-free online charter school. Available to Wisconsin middle and high school students, the program offers essential coursework as well as vocational and college prep classes. Students also have the opportunity to join clubs and groups.

Where is spring? April Burnett County residents dealt with a brutal winter last year that included an April blizzard. It lead to a multitude of scheduling conflicts for high school sports and farmers. Michael Hoefs, Highway Commissioner, told the Sentinel that the frost in April was as deep as 75 inches in some places and an average of 71.5 inches across the county. He said that the deepest the frost has ever been was over 90 inches back in March 2014. Hoefs explained that frost measurements are taken by thousands of frost tubes that go into the roads all over the state. There is a large PVC pipe that goes deep into the ground and then a smaller clear pipe goes inside of that. The smaller pipe is full of water and when it freezes that’s how they know the depth of the frost. Hoefs said that a lot of problems come when water mains break, which is why most lines are buried eight-feet deep. “We did have two water mains break

this season, but they weren’t affected by the frost,” said Grantsburg Director of Public Works Chris Bartlett. “Those were buried at 12 and eight and a half feet though, so they wouldn’t have been affected by 70 inches of frost.” The standard depth for this area is 8 feet for burying major water main lines. Hoefs said that it is usually deep enough. “8 feet is the standard, but even at 70 (inches) then there’s only a few feet before it may freeze major water lines,” Hoefs said. “It’s getting too close for comfort.” With the frost at 75 inches that only leaves 21 inches between the frost and the vast majority of water mains in the area. Bartlett added that his department has not run into any major issues with the frost and continuation of winter. “We’re dealing with it,” Bartlett said. “We’re doing OK on our schedule for this year.” Hoefs said if it the snow continues to fall and the temperatures don’t rise the frost won’t be leaving the ground anytime soon.

a different curriculum. Instead of just doing space stuff like we did last year, this year we are doing aerospace engineering, robotics, and building, which is right up my alley. “ To be eligible to attend space camp, a potential delegate must be an enrolled 4-H member in good standing in the sixth to eighth grade. To be in good standing, Getts advises, “you have to do a certain amount of projects and complete your record books so the leadership is willing to fund part of your trip. They funded 80 percent of my trip. I really want to thank them a lot. That made a huge difference for me.” When asked if his experience made him want to become an astronaut, Getts said, “It definitely does make me want to become an astronaut, but I went there because I want to be an engineer. I like to lead people, build stuff and work with my hands. You get to design and build your own robot, and that is right up my alley. I love working with technology, mechanics, motors and anything with moving parts. They don’t just have rockets. They have airplanes, helicopters, jetpacks, and things you see in Star Wars.”

“We’re at crisis level” May

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Mason Getts of Webster spent a week in April at Space Camp in Huntsville, Alabama. It was part of a 4-H program including STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math).

Webster student chosen as 4-H space camp counselor April The International Space Station is a long way from Webster. Then again, so is Huntsville, Alabama – the home of Space Camp. April 26 - 30, youth and adults from across the state of Wisconsin will participate in the 4-H Space Camp educational experience. Part of this four-day adventure includes two days packed with training and activities that help students learn about STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math). So when Mason Getts, 14, of Webster saw an opportunity to make a return trip, who could blame him? Mason, a Wood Creek 4-H member and the son of Steve and Bridget Getts, is the first Burnett County 4-H member to become one of 14 counselors who will be leading approximately 100 Wisconsin delegates on this year’s trip. Getts attended the Space Camp in 2017 as a delegate and enjoyed it so much he knew he wanted to go back. But planning for his trip went back a bit further. “I joined 4-H in kindergarten and Amy Kopecky, the Orange Leader, told me about space camp,” Getts said. “I kept working toward it and when I got old enough, I jumped on the bandwagon and went and had a lot of fun. This year it’s

Jail issues and concerns about the jail staff consumed the County government throughout the year. Jail Administrator Mark Schmidt said he would try to be calmer when he spoke to the public safety committee in May. He came to the committee to discuss jail staffing and was mainly looking for help. He arrived with a 14-page speech but nixed that to simply explain to committee members what his staff is going through and the issues they are having. He said the department is barely operational and is at a crisis level. Schmidt said that at the end of April he received a letter of resignation from a jailer/dispatcher. In the letter, it explained that the jailer/dispatcher would like to spend more time with their family and find a better balance between professional and personal life. He explained to the committee that his staff cannot use their paid time off because of the demands of the job. “People have got PTO that they cannot use,” Schmidt said. “I’ve got half a year of PTO, but I can’t use it. So switching the shift length really won’t help long term. If anything we would have to hire more people to cover those shifts.” Schmidt is still working with the public safety committee for the best solution for his employees.

State Troopers retire June Burnett and Polk County law enforcement ranks dropped last week, when not one, but two area troopers retired. Trooper Dean Luhman, assigned to Burnett County, officially retired June 1. Trooper J.J. Marcelin, assigned to Polk County, put in his last day of work June 7. It is anticipated that their vacancies will be filled; until then, troopers from adjoining areas may be seen patrolling the area. TROOPER DEAN Known around the county mostly by his first name, Luhman has been patrolling the roads of Burnett County since 2006. His fully-marked cruiser sitting off from the highway is a familiar SEE 2018, PAGE 7

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FRIDAY, JANUARY 4

MEETINGS

Cool Kids Fun Group

FIRST THURSDAY

Siren– 6-8p.m. DSI/ Restorative Justice at7726 Rasmussen Street in Siren. Group meeting for youth with disabilities. Have fun and get to know other kids with disabilities. Fun, games, and food promised. Play games, talk about special interests, learn skills, you can use everywhere you go. Call Caz at 715566-0406 or Kim Campion at 715-745-9656 for more information.

Webb Lake Men’s Club 3:30 p.m.

Village of Siren first Thursday after the first Monday, 2 p.m.

SECOND MONDAY Grantsburg School Board 5 p.m.

Town of Grantsburg

SATURDAY, JANUARY 5

5:30 p.m.

Lily Lake Tavern 2nd Annual Ice Fishing Contest

Village of Grantsburg 6 p.m.

Webster– 9a.m -6p.m. Lily and Peterson Lakes. Must be registered by 9 a.m. Prizes and 50/50 raffle. There is a registration fee.

Disabled American Vets Chapter 66 6:30 p.m.

Town of Jackson

FRIDAY, JANUARY 11

7 p.m.

Free Soup Lunch

Town of Meenon

Siren– 11 a.m.- 1 p.m. Free soup will be served at the VFW Hall in Siren. Sponsored by Trinity Lutheran Church of Falun and Burnett County Post 1256.

7 p.m.

Town of Sand Lake 7 p.m.

Town of Scott 7 p.m.

SATURDAY, JANUARY 19

Town of LaFollette

Military Appreciation Lunch

7:30 p.m.

11 a.m.–1:30 p.m.. Webster Community Center. Sponsored by the Otis Tailor American Legion Post and Auxiliary Unit. Free to all Veterans, active duty, reserve, Guard and their families.

SECOND TUESDAY Webb Lake Community Club 1 p.m.

Grantsburg American Legion Auxiliary

SATURDAY, JANUARY 26 Danbury Lions Club Ice Fishing Contest

5 p.m.

Danbury– 10a.m.- 3p.m. The Danbury Lions Club will hold an ice fishing contest at Burlingame Lake in Swiss, WI. Call 715-2443403 for more information.

Town of Blaine 6 p.m.

Town of Anderson 7 p.m.

Town of Daniels

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SUNDAY, JANUARY 27

7 p.m.

Destination Wedding Fair

Town of Roosevelt

Siren– 11 a.m.-3p.m. A destination wedding fair will be held at the Northwoods crossing Event Center in Siren, WI. Call 715-349-8399 or go to visitsiren.com for more information.

Many gather for Christmas dinner Dozens of volunteers fed over 200 people at this year’s “A Very Merry Community Christmas” at Northwoods Crosswoods Event Center on Christmas Day.

7 p.m.

Town of Swiss 7 p.m.

Grantsburg American Legion Post 185 7 p.m.

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Town of Dewey 8 p.m. MS Self-Help Group 6 p.m. Larsen Family Library

SECOND WEDNESDAY Village of Webster 6 p.m.

Town of Wood River

EVERY SUNDAY AA Meetings • 9 a.m. New Beginnings Club, Siren. 715-349-2588 • 1 p.m. Lakeview Methodist Church, Hertel. 715-468-7228 • 1 p.m. Dewey Town Hall, Hertel

Wellbriety Meeting 6 p.m. at St. Croix Tribal Hall, Danbury Contact Shara’lanee’ Skinaway, 715-645-9515

EVERY MONDAY Adult Day Care 9 a.m.–3 p.m., Crexway Court, Grantsburg. 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.–2 p.m. 24534 St. Rd. 35/70, Siren AA Meetings • 7 p.m. Senior Citizens Center, Webster • 7 p.m. Pilgrim Lutheran Church, Frederic Divorce Care Recovery and Support Group 7 p.m. First Baptist Church, Osceola 715-294-4222 or 651-214-5251 (after 5 p.m.) Overeaters Anonymous 7 p.m., New Beginnings Club, Siren. 715-349-2588

Lions Bingo 7 p.m. Webster Community Center

EVERY TUESDAY Adult Day Care 9 a.m. –3 p.m., Birchwood Manor, Siren

‘Lost Voice Club’ meeting

7 p.m.

Burnett County VFW

Grantsburg Rotary Meeting

EVERY THURSDAY Adult Day Care 9 a.m.–3 p.m. Birchwood Manor, Siren Grantsburg Area Food Shelf To qualifying residents of Grantsburg School District 9:30–1:30 a.m., 320 S. Brad St., Grantsburg Siren/Webster Rotary Meeting 12 p.m. The Pour House, Siren Narcotics Anonymous 7 p.m. New Beginnings Club, Siren. 715-349-2588 New Life Recovery Program 7 p.m. Wood River Christian Fellowship, Grantsburg 715-463-3941 AA Meetings • 12 p.m. United Methodist Church, Danbury • 7 p.m. Crossroads Church, Webster

Alanon Meeting

Grief Support Group 6:30 p.m., St. Luke’s Lutheran Church, Frederic Contact Margaret McAbee 715-653-4270

Celebrate Recovery 6 p.m., Adventure Church, Siren Contact Pastor Carolyn, 715-349-5750

EVERY WEDNESDAY Forts Folle Avoine History Library 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Other days by appointment Ruby’s Siren Food Shelf 10 a.m.–4 p.m. 24534 St. Rd. 35/70, Siren Pre-School Story Hour 10:30 a.m., Grantsburg Public Library AA Meetings • 1 p.m. Dewey Town Hall, Hertel

Town of Lincoln

7 p.m. Moose Lodge Meeting Room, Siren. 715-866-7585

12 p.m., T-Dawgs, Grantsburg 7 p.m. Lakeside Community Lutheran Church, A & H

6:30 p.m.

• 7 p.m. New Beginnings Club, Siren. 715-349-2588

EVERY FRIDAY Free Bread Friday 9 a.m. until gone, Trinity Lutheran Church, Falun. 715-689-2271

7:30 p.m.

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THOUGHT FOR THE WEEK:

Hope, it is the only thing stronger than fear. – Suzanne Harper, The Hunger Games

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That’s why we’re here I was at a Christmas party while in Milwaukee and was surprised to find out that I was named 2018 Time magazine’s Person of the Year. “Aren’t you proud you were named person of the year?” a woman told me. “Not really,” I responded. “You’re a journalist, right? If so, you’re the person of the year,” she replied. Journalists who faced persecution, arrest or murder for their reporting won this award, that is how it has been defined. I do not think that fits me. I do not feel my life is actually in any danger. (Although I did only have a lifetime batting average of .200 in my time as a little leaguer, I do have a Geoff Jenkins replica wooden bat near my desk in case something happens.) I am not so naïve to believe that you all love me, but haven’t had any major issues yet. Even when I do screw up I’m usuSentinel ally reprimanded in a phone call, email or Facebook comment. Editor All journalists are important Jonathan Richie and I do not want to take the shine away from the staff at The Capital Gazette, in Annapolis, Maryland. Their offices were attacked by a gunman in June of this year resulting in the death of five of the paper’s employees. They put out a paper the next day. Or Maria Ressa who is facing persecution in the Philippines for reporting on the populist president Rodrigo Duterte’s drug war and extrajudicial killings, which the Human Rights Watch group says have led to around 12,000 deaths. She published stories on the online site she helped found called Rappler. The publication has been charged with tax fraud and she now faces up to 10 years in prison. I am certainly not on the same level as Jamal Khashoggi, columnist at The Washington Post, who walked into the Saudi Arabia consulate in Turkey and was never seen again. It was reported that the CIA believes he was assassinated on the orders given by the crown prince of Saudi Arabia. Across this country and across the world there are attacks on the press. Luckily in this country, it’s one of our freedoms. Journalism is one of only a few professions that is directly protected by the U.S. Constitution. I believe that my work here is very important and (as far as I can tell) there is no uprising against my reporting or any government conspiracy to silence me. There is one paragraph from the magazine piece that applies to all of us here at the Sentinel. That’s the workaday business of local news. “Community journalists are the only ones who are going to go to your kid’s basketball game,” says Selene San Felice, a Capital Gazette features reporter. “They’re the only ones who are going to cover lifeguard training ... They’re the only ones who are going to cover your local elections and tell you exactly what’s going on.” That is what we strive for every week and have done since 1875 and will continue to do for our readers and the community. Jonathan Richie is the editor of the Burnett County Sentinel. He can be contacted at editor@burnettcountysentinel.com or by calling 715--463-2341.

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A Speed Queen Christmas Happy New Year to you! I hope you had a great holiday and are ready to face the coming year with hope and optimism. A fresh start is good for everyone. I often think of January as the “Monday” of the year. We have overspent, overeaten and generally overdone things during the holidays and now need to come to grips with the cold, hard From the Publisher’s reality of the new year. Desk At this time of year, I think it’s Tom Stangl important not to h pressure on yourself. put too much Losing 30 pounds, saving and exercising more are all worthy goals, but the new year is about knowing yourself as well. Don’t set yourself up for failure. That being said, best of luck with 2019. The Christmas of 2018 will be remembered in our home as the Speed Queen Christmas. Getting ready for a holiday gathering can be a daunting task. There’s food to be purchased, arrangements to be made and all sorts of other additional tasks. These tasks are on top of normal household chores like laundry.

When we bought our home five years ago, we purchased a new washer and dryer, a high efficiency pair, from Maytag. As a child growing up in Iowa, the Maytag company in Newton was renowned for its quality and durability. Maytag was bought by Michigan rival Whirlpool in 2006. We noticed earlier this year that the washing machine was making more noise during the spin cycle. In fact, it made so much more noise that we contacted the repairman. A quick spin of the drum confirmed his diagnosis- the bearings were going out on the driveshaft. An online search revealed that this is not uncommon with the model. The estimated cost was half the price of a replacement, so we decided to begin shopping for a replacement. We had hoped that the machine would last until the spring. It died Sunday afternoon, Dec. 23 during one of the final loads of laundry of the week. I had to take the comforter that was getting its final spin to the laundromat to get the excess water removed. So instead of finalizing Christmas preparations, my wife and I went to the appliance store next to the newspaper office and bought a new washing machine. Everyone’s dream for Christmas Eve. We purchased a Speed Queen for

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several reasons. First, the repairman recommended the model. My late father, Arved (aka “The Chief”), an automobile mechanic, was responsible for multiple sales at the dealership where he worked because he knew the mechanical history of the vehicles. In my book, the repairman’s experiences rank towards the top of the list for purchases. Second, the machine has a seven year warranty that covers nearly everything, something unheard of in the appliance world. Third, the machine is made in Ripon, Wisconsin. This checks several boxes for me, especially since the company uses more steel and less plastic. One of the benefits of shopping locally is superior service. After making our purchase after 10 a.m. on Christmas Eve, the machine was installed by noon the same day. It was a happy coincidence that it worked out this way, one that I am grateful to receive. Here’s hoping that I am done buying appliances! (At least for a while) As always, I welcome your comments. You can reach me by email at tstangl@theameryfreepress. com, telephone 715-268-8101 or write me at P.O. Box 424, Amery, WI, 54001. Thanks for reading; I’ll keep in touch. Feel free to do the same.

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THE CAPITOL REPORT

Committee offers smorgasbord of school funding options WISPOLITICS.COM

A legislative task force tried to tackle school funding issues. Members came up with a smorgasbord but no firm plan. “The reality is Governor-elect (Tony) Evers will put his budget out at a number and the (Legislature) will counter that,” said one of the task force co-chairs, Sen. Luther Olsen, R-Ripon. The proposals, which came out of a series of public hearings held over the last year across the state, touch on a variety of topics ranging from declining enrollment to revenue limit adjustments, sparsity aid, early childhood education and the educator workforce shortage. Many of the topics include several recommendations that the co-chairs said would allow lawmakers and the incoming Evers administration to weigh their options and come to a decision. “Our goal today is to say, ‘Let’s keep all these options on the table,’ Olsen said on Dec. 19. “These are the problems; these are the options to solve the problems.” But some members criticized the approach, with Green Bay School District Superintendent Michelle Langenfeld knocking the idea of releasing a “menu of solutions without clearly identifying the problem” commissioners were trying to solve. “I don’t know how you come to consensus around solutions if we don’t clearly identify what we’re trying to achieve,” she said. And others questioned why issues such as private school vouchers weren’t included in the list of recommendations. Rep. Sondy Pope, the ranking Democrat on the Assembly Education Committee, said the nearly 40-page proposal document failed to capture the scope of issues members heard in their public hearings. She suggested the exclusion of some items could be “politically motivated.” “I think we aren’t capturing all of the problems or barriers or stumbling blocks or whatever you want to call it to what’s happening in education today, because I think this is too narrow to understand what we’ve heard in every single hearing,” the Mount Horeb representative said.

But Rep. Joel Kitchens, co-chair of the Blue Ribbon Commission on School Funding, countered that approving the recommendations doesn’t mean members believe “this is going to solve every problem in education.” And he noted the proposals need to get consensus from all members to be introduced, which is why, he said, some topics were excluded. “We need things to come out of here that we all can agree on,” the Sturgeon Bay Republican said. Among the recommendations commissioners are forwarding to the Legislature are indexing the per-pupil adjustment to inflation and giving districts a broader ability to adjust their revenue limits. The per-pupil adjustment was previously indexed to inflation from 1998 through 2009, per a Legislative Fiscal Bureau summary, though it was removed under the 2009-11 budget and set at a fixed amount for a few years. The recommendation language says if a budget provides a per-pupil adjustment, the inflation indexing provision would automatically go into effect. Members are also recommending giving school districts the ability to up their revenue limits to fund school resource officers, safety expenses, mental health costs and more. Still, commissioners agreed it’d be challenging to gain support in the Legislature. Republican Rep. Romaine Quinn, of Barron, noted that giving anyone the ability to go outside the revenue limits would amount to a “really tough sell.” “If we get one (approved by lawmakers), I’d be amazed,” added Olsen, noting that the commission would be recommending in total seven different areas that revenue limit adjustments be created. And CESA 6 CEO Ted Neitzke said incorporating those options would open up a conversation at the district level about mental health, school safety and other areas. “This allows greater local access and control to these decisions. That’s just my opinion,” he said. The commission also approved a number of different options to increase the special education reimbursement rate. Members during their public hearings heard many districts are

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Unfortunately, as we turn the corner into a new session, lame duck bills adopted earlier this month will saddle our state with a troubled and largely failed agency -- the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) -- for months or even years to come. The bills rushed through and signed make a number of changes to reduce or eliminate accountability at this agency. They put control of the agency and billions of your dollars into the hands of two legislators representing Southeast Wisconsin. It has been said that this change would give the full Legislature a say over WEDC. It doesn’t. It gives two legislators -- the Speaker of the Assembly and the Majority Leader of the Senate -- control over WEDC, Janet its board and its CEO. Those two Bewley legislators represent just 4 percent of the state but have complete Wisconsin control over the appointment of the Senator majority of the WEDC board. Why is that important here in the North? Well, last year we learned that Northwest Wisconsin, a territory that includes Eau Claire and extends as far south as Trempealeau County, had -- IN TOTAL -- received just 5 percent of $2 billion WEDC had given out. That, of course, was before FoxConn. In the wake of that gigantic boondoggle, Northwest Wisconsin is now down to less than 1.7 percent of over $5 Billion WEDC has committed in awards. Our part of the state represents nearly 12 percent of the population and has created more than 10 percent of the new private sector jobs since WEDC was handed the reins of economic development. Yet, even as we pay the bills WEDC takes more and more (The FoxConn handout alone will more than double WEDC’s total awards since it came into effect) and returns less and less. Worse yet is WEDC’s terrible track record. Before WEDC took over in 2011, Wisconsin was among the national leaders in annual private sector job creation for five straight quarters. WEDC controlled by our Republican colleagues has trailed the nation in private sector job creation every single quarter since, 28 straight. That’s seven full years behind the national pace. And that’s WEDC’s record. Had WEDC merely matched the national pace of private sector job creation, our state would already have 130,000 more private sector jobs. That, in context, would be more than 10 times greater than the very rosiest prediction for FoxConn – and without the ridiculous $4.5 Billion pricetag. As an added blow to hard-working taxpayers, the lame ducks bills also eliminate the requirement that WEDC verify job creation before making awards. Instead of using readily available hard counts of jobs and wages, WEDC will be able to make awards based on a statistical sample. As we tighten restrictions on public dollars, it’s absurd that the lame ducks bills are giving this agency freer access to your wallets. We would be far better off in Northwest Wisconsin with control over our own funds than having to funnel them through the Speaker’s Office. In fact, everywhere in Wisconsin outside the minuscule 4 percent of the state represented by Speaker Vos and Senator Fitzgerald would be better off.

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SIREN–– In a brief meeting last week, the Village of Siren’s Plan Commission committee decided they were going to stand by the village’s zoning ordinances. The village board has been asked by representatives from Tesora’s Restaurant and Adventure Church about the zoning and if it currently allows churches. Village Clerk Ann Peterson explained before the meeting that the main issue is that in the village code and ordinances commercial zoning allows “public and semi-public buildings and institutions.” There was some confusion among the board members as to what that includes. The village ordinances do not define what a public or semi-public building is. Tesora is currently zoned C-2 for Highway Commercial district. Village Trustee Jim Pearson ex-

plained that the purpose of C-2 zoning is their best argument. It states C-2 is “intended to provide for an orderly and attractive grouping at appropriate locations of those commercial establishments that are oriented to highway use.” Pearson added the economic impact that the piece of land where Tesora is, located at the stoplight in Siren where State Road 35 and Highway 70 meet, is a prominent piece of commercial property. “We don’t have many more prominent commercial zones in the community,” Pearson said. “That may be the best corner, in terms of commercial property, in the whole county,” added Dave Alden, Siren Village President. Members of the plan commission also said that the church currently has plenty of room to expand. The plan commission passed a motion to recommend the village board not change the ordinance.

Underage tobacco sales down in Wisconsin Underage tobacco sales in Wisconsin fell from 7.1 percent in 2017 to 5.8 percent in 2018, according to the Federal Synar Survey, which measures how frequently tobacco retailers sell to minors. The dip in underage sales reverses the upward trend in tobacco sales to minors in recent years. “Retailers are our partners in the effort to prevent tobacco sales to minors, and we applaud their efforts to help protect children’s health,” said Karen McKeown, State Health Officer. “We’re encouraged to see the sales numbers going in the right direction.” Free training to help prevent underage tobacco sales is available at WITobaccoCheck.org. At the site, retailers and their employees can familiarize themselves with Wisconsin tobacco sales law and get tips for avoiding

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Wisconsin saw the defeat of Gov. Scott Walker, a teenage girl mysteriously missing and a summer of storms in 2018. A look at the top stories of the year: WALKER DEFEATED Democrat Tony Evers narrowly beat Walker in November as the divisive Republican and onetime presidential candidate sought a third term in Wisconsin’s highest office. The 67-year-old Evers emerged from an eight-way Democratic primary to beat Walker, whose 2011 Act 10 eliminated collective bargaining for most public employees. Thanks to a strong blue turnout, Democrats swept all the statewide offices, with U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin easily winning re-election over GOP challenger Leah Vukmir. But Republicans still dominate the Legislature and approved bills later signed by Walker to curtail Evers’ powers and those of incoming Democratic Attorney General Josh Kaul in a lame-duck session. Evers, a former teacher who has been the state’s schools superintendent since 2009, accused Republicans of trying to cling to power. GOP leaders defended the moves and predict they will be upheld in court. RYAN RETIRES Saying he needed to spend more time with his family, House Speaker Paul Ryan decided against seeking re-election to his congressional seat from southern Wisconsin. The Janesville Republican was first elected in 1998 and was GOP presidential nominee Mitt Romney’s running mate in 2012. Ryan pushed through a massive GOP tax cut bill in 2017, and called Washington’s failure to control growing federal entitlement programs “our greatest unfinished business” in his farewell address . Protege Bryan Steil was elected in November to replace Ryan in the U.S. House, defeating Democratic ironworker Randy Bryce. MISSING GIRL MYSTERY Authorities in western Wisconsin continue to grapple with a mysterious disappearance that occurred in mid-October. Thirteen-year-old Jayme Closs went missing from her Barron home after her parents, James and Denise Closs, were fatally shot. Authorities quickly ruled out Jayme as a suspect and said they believed she was kidnapped, but she remains missing and authorities are baffled by the lack of clues. Despite ground searches and an outpouring of tips, officials have turned up no evidence. Recently, hundreds of people turned out in Barron to light a “tree of hope” for Jayme’s safe return. SOGGY SUMMER This summer, it rained and rained and rained in Wisconsin. The barrage of severe storms caused widespread flooding across southern Wisconsin

and forced evacuations around Madison. In the capital city, surging waters swept a 70-year-old man away from his rescuers and to his death in August. Gov. Walker declared a statewide emergency and toured the flood damage, tweeting that the devastation was “amazing” and “heartbreaking.” Storms also spawned more than a dozen tornadoes in late August. SUPERIOR REFINERY EXPLOSION An April explosion at a Husky Energy refinery in Superior injured three dozen people, sent up billowing clouds of black smoke into the air and forced the evacuation of a large part of the northwestern Wisconsin city. Officials were concerned about the presence of hydrogen fluoride at the plant. The chemical is used to process high-octane gasoline and can produce toxic vapor clouds. But the tank containing hydrogen fluoride was not damaged. The U.S. Chemical Safety and Hazard Investigation Board later traced the source of the explosion to a hole in a valve that allowed air to mix with hydrocarbons. The plant is not expected to resume operations until 2020. SUN PRAIRIE BLAST A firefighter was killed, 11 other people injured and a city block leveled by a natural gas explosion in downtown Sun Prairie on July 10. Firefighter Cory Barr was off duty when he rushed into the restaurant he owned to help evacuate people. The blast occurred as he was leaving Barr House, killing him. Five other firefighters and a police officer were among the injured. Six businesses and a home were destroyed. Police Chief Patrick Anhalt said a subcontractor who was installing fiber optic communication lines struck the gas main about 40 minutes before the explosion. But while miscommunication and an improperly marked gas main were blamed for the blast, authorities said no one will be charged. Barr’s widow, Abby Barr, has filed a wrongful-death lawsuit, and two injured firefighters also are suing. STERLING BROWN TASED Police used a stun gun when they arrested Milwaukee Bucks guard Sterling Brown on Jan. 26. Brown was waiting for a citation for illegally parking in a disabled spot when officers arrested him outside of a Walgreens after he didn’t immediately remove his hands from his pockets. Brown later sued the city of Milwaukee and its police department, alleging officers used excessive force and targeted him because he is black. Police Chief Alfonso Morales apologized to Brown when body camera video of his arrest was released. Brown was not charged and several officers were disciplined. One officer who was fired over social media posts mocking Brown’s arrest lost his appeal.

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to see what happens with their lives. I want to focus on what’s in front of me. I’m just happy to have everyone around me.” Brenner is also back in business. After treatment for breast cancer earlier this year, she sat in Rustic Hearts Gift Shop on Main Street in Webster to share her insights on her experience. Brenner is a pleasant, thoughtful woman currently sporting a head full of short curls. “They’re cancer curls. I didn’t have curly hair before,” she laughs. Brenner and her husband, Chuck, call the Twin Cities home but have had a place in the area for 17 years, where she spends part of the week. Rustic Hearts Gift Shop has a bit of everything, from clothing and gift items to coloring books, unique decorative articles and some to-die-for coffee bark made in Osceola. It is a fitting place to learn her story, as its very existence is intertwined with the disease that claims 41,000 lives a year in the U.S. This was not Brenner’s first experience with breast cancer. Her mother, Marie, was first diagnosed with Stage 3 invasive ductal carcinoma in 1995. Six years after Marie’s initial treatments, she learned that cancer had metastasized to her liver and lungs. Brenner was with her mother through the subsequent rounds of treatment, which eventually took Marie’s life in 2013.

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Brenner strongly believes in the benefits of early detection. “Once (my mother) was diagnosed, I was hyperaware. I have been very regular on my yearly screenings since then. Which is probably why we caught it so early. Mine was caught (at an earlier stage) than hers. Early detection saves lives, and I believe that mammogram in 2017 saved mine.” As for moving forward, Brenner shares some good news. “Last week, I had a 3D mammogram, and it was completely normal! I treated myself to

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St. Croix Justice Center November The St. Croix Chippewa Indians of Wisconsin opened their state-of-theart Justice Center, the new home of the courthouse and Tribal Police, in November, in front of a large crowd in Hertel. On that chilly morning, they began with a ribbon-cutting ceremony with the tribal elders in front of the new

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Jingle Bells, Jingle Bells New Year Reﬂection MEGAN SWENSON CERTIFIED WELLNESS COACH AT ST. CROIX REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER

2019 is here! You may have many feelings when you reflect on the year you leave behind and think about the new year’s goals. When we think about things we want to change about ourselves, some of us may squeeze some extra skin, flick a cigarette ash or spend that last $20 bill like its monopoly money. However, it is important to self-reflect so you can choose realistic and maintainable goals for 2019. Coming from a Wellness Coach, Personal Trainer and Fitness Instructor, I recommend you don’t have the goal of, “I’m going to lose 30lbs this year”. Instead, focus on what it takes to lose weight. It can be as simple as “I’m going to eat more fruits and vegetables and less chips” or “I’m going to drink more water than soda”. Set small, daily, weekly and/or monthly goals on top of your yearly goals to help decrease any anxiety. How many of us have said, “I’m going to quit smoking”? Quitting any kind of addiction is difficult but not impossible. Set a quit date, tell others about it and stick to it. If your significant other is also interested in quitting, quit together! Another option is to seek out help from your local clinics, hospitals or hotlines. Who has made the yearly goal of paying off debt and saving money? It sounds simple until an unexpected expense comes up. Saving doesn’t have to be a hundred dollars at once. By saving $1 a week for a whole year you will save $52. If you saved $5 a week for a whole year it equals $260. It might not sound like much but something is always better than nothing. In the end it can be easy or difficult to reflect on the past year but it is important to do in order to move forward into the new year with a positive mind set and realistic goals. Have a Happy New Year Everyone!

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Finding Common Ground BY EMILY STONE NATURALIST/EDUCATION DIRECTOR AT THE CABLE NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM

We waited to board the bus that first morning with the effervescent attitude of vacation. This was probably the least responsibility any of us had ever held for a trip. Someone else was managing the logistics, translating instructions, and worrying over details. Our responsibility seemed mainly to be on time and have fun. We reacted like a case of soda bottles suddenly opened and relieved of their pressure: little bubbles of happiness danced up toward the surface, popping and splattering a fine mist of joy over everything. Later, on our drive back from the first lodge at Tortugero, our guide Jimmy announced that we’d be returning for lunch to the same spot we’d eaten our first day’s breakfast. It was the place we’d observed the sloths. A hearty cheer rose spontaneously from the group. Jimmy thereafter referred to the restaurant “as that place you don’t like so much,” and we responded with laughter every single time. So, yes, even the humor in Costa Rica translated well. We really didn’t struggle with any cultural shock—once folks got into the habit of putting toilet paper in the waste basket and became comfortable drinking the water on their national system. Secretly, I did struggle with natural shock: it’s not often I travel to a place where I can’t spout a constant (or even intermittent) stream of facts about the flora and fauna. Jimmy did a great job, but I still missed teaching.

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Buttressed roots are a good adaptation for any tree that needs to stay upright in wet soils. They work along a river in Costa Rica as well as it works in black ash swamp in the Northwoods.

since deep tap roots aren’t needed to access water. Our very own black ash trees also have shallow, spreading roots to provide stability in their swampy habitats. Seasonal forest ponds are often marked by ash trees with flared bases. The shallow, spreading roots that are characteristic of tropical trees are an essential part of their nutrient cycle. With so much rain, most rainforest soils have had the minerals leeched out of them. Available minerals come mostly from efficient recycling within the forest. Shallow roots serve to catch and hold nutrients from quickly decomposing leaf litter. Despite the thick, abundant leaves in the rainforest, the ground in Costa Rica reminded me of an earthworm-infested forest back

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Orchids growing epiphytically on trees often catch and hold a little bit of organic matter in their roots. Both the orchid and the tree can draw nutrients from the resulting soil.

Since returning, though, I’ve made time to read a resource I bought used online. “A Neotropical Companion,” by John C. Kricher was written in 1989, but still provides a nice overview of rainforest ecology. The fun part is that many of his facts remind me of things right here at home. For instance, Kricher described the “typical tropical tree” as having wide buttressed roots flaring out from the base of its trunk. They provide excellent support for the tree, especially

home. Night crawlers aren’t native to the Northwoods, and they decompose the duff too quickly for many native species’ liking. Roots in the tropics are so shallow that some of them even grow UP onto the stems of neighboring trees, and they may being trying to intercept minerals washing down the tree trunk. Orchids and other epiphytes (epiphytes are “air plants” that grow up in the trees) grow baskets of wiry roots that can trap organic matter and allow fun-

gi to decompose it into soil. The orchids use that soil as a source of nutrients and water, of course, but the tree may also sprout aerial roots to draw nutrients out of its own canopy. While epiphytes and air roots aren’t common in the Northwoods, those roots and the roots of almost every plant on Earth rely on mycorrhizal fungi in order to access enough water and nutrients. The term “wood wide web” had yet to be coined in 1989, but Kricher already knew about the importance of fungal mycelia for capturing nutrients and feeding a forest. In the rainforest system, algae also live in the root mat and act as an additional sponge to capture nutrients before they can escape. Not all compounds are retained in the forest system, though. Plants on poor soils create longer-lasting leaves in order to conserve resources (up here, the plants in bogs come to mind). Durable leaves must be heavily armed against pathogens and predators. When those leaves finally fall, they can’t be decomposed until their defense chemicals have been washed away. It’s those tannins that turn rivers dark. “Blackwater” rivers in Costa Rica are tinted by the same chemicals as the Black River in Wisconsin. My list of connections goes on. Forest succession, bird adaptations, even the eating habits of howler monkeys remind me of things here at home in the Northwoods. Now it also works in reverse: when people from the trip run into each other, we reminisce about jokes we told and the things we saw in Costa Rica. I love how connections rise to the surface and splatter a fine mist of joy over everything. Emily’s book, Natural Connections: Exploring Northwoods Nature through Science and Your Senses is here! Order your copy at http://cablemuseum.org/ natural-connections-book/. Listen to the podcast at www.cablemusum.org! For 50 years, the Cable Natural History Museum has served to connect you to the Northwoods. Come visit us in Cable, WI! Our new exhibit: "Better Together--Celebrating a Natural Community" is now open!

HSBC is Ringing in the New Year Year, and so should you! During the entire month of January, the adoption fee on our feline residents is $20.19 in hopes to h find homes for f our cats and a kittens. I would be It e exceptional t be able to to e empty the c dorm, cat i only for a if s short time. I you’ve If Alice been thinking about bringing some feline friends into your home, this is a great opportunity! Among the cats looking for forever homes is Alice, a six-pound, two-yearold, black-and-white tuxedo kitty. A pregnant Alice arrived at the shelter in September; now she is finished rraising her k kittens, it iis time for A Alice to find h herself a b bit of love a and attenttion. She iis patient, ffriendly and e easy going w with both Roscoe cats and children. She is also inquisitive and likes to investigate her surroundings. Alice would love to share your home with you! If you are looking for a whole lot of love, Roscoe is your guy! Roscoe is a six-year-old, 90-pound Rottweiler mix who is just looking for someone to lavish all of his affection upon. His favorite thing is being close to people; Roscoe is a leaner, a snuggler, and a lap pup – if you let him. If not, he is content to relax by your feet or on a dog bed nearby. Roscoe knows sit and lie down, takes treats gently, is not possessive and is tolerant of handling. He could use a few lessons on leash manners but responds well to direction. He is a happy guy who has years of affection to give. Roscoe would love for you to come and say hi! HSBC would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone for the kind donations and support throughout 2018. You can still contribute to the capital campaign at the HSBC website, where you can find other ways to help in the new year. Follow the progress on the Peggy Schilling Animal Adoption & Education Center on their Facebook page HSBC information—7347 Midtown Road, Siren, WI 54872. Telephone: 715-866-4096. Email hsbc@ centurytel.net. Website: www.hsburnettcty.org. Facebook: www.facebook. com/humanesocietyburnettcounty. Public hours: Tuesday - Friday, 12 -5 p.m. and Saturday, 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Peggy Schilling Animal Adoption & Education Center—Facebook: www.facebook.com/peggyschillingadoptioncenter.

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Above–This year a new addition came to Gandy Dancer Days. GHurtz put on a spectacular show in 90 degree heat in the middle of August. SUBMITTED STACY COY | SENTINEL

National night out events were held in Grantsburg and Siren in August. Both events drew big crowds as communities came together to support law enforcement and emergency personnel. Logan Jensen can’t help but smile after getting all decked out in ﬁreﬁghter gear at Grantsburg.

Right–Hunter Tiedt of Webster posed with his four-point buck after shooting and trailing it for about 40 yards. Tiedt is a deaf kindergartner who used a crossbow given to him by his great grandfather.

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Dr. John Ingalls gets some help from his daughter, Leah, while cutting the ribbon at the new Webster Health Center which held an open house in October and opened as a new health clinic later in the year.

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Grantsburg Middle School student Amaya Henderson displays school pride with her Pirate Nation decals. She sold the decals in an effort to raise money to attend the National Youth Leadership Forum.

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Nobody was more surprised than Macy Moore. The crown was placed on her head during the coronation ceremony as part of Grantsburg High School Grand March. Jenna McNally, left, could hardly contain her excitement for Moore.

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18 years of Gemütlichkeit was celebrated at Danbury’s annual Oktoberfest celebration. These two are members of S.G. Edelweiss of St. Paul. JONATHAN RICHIE | SENTINEL

Top right–Irish beads for everyone was the theme at last year’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade in Webb Lake. It was a beautiful day and organizers estimated over 5,000 people were going to invade County H in Webb Lake. Bottom right–Brickﬁeld Brewing opened in downtown Grantsburg in September as a craft brewery and beer-lovers have been packing the place since it’s opening. KASSIE MULLINS | SENTINEL

Left– Carlese Ronning takes a moment to feed Remy at the County Ag Fair that was held in August.

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USA TODAY award to Chenal Top sports stories of 2018 Every year in late December the Sentinel editorial staff combs through all 52 issues from throughout the year looking for the top stories. The teams making it to state competition in their given sport is an easy decision. The difficulty lies in rendering a decision for the remaining spots. After saying that, here is the Sentinel’s version of the top sport stories of 2018.

USA TODAY––High School Sports is proud to announce the 2018 American Family Insurance ALL-USA Wisconsin Football Team. Players were selected based on their athletic achievements from the 2018-19 season. USA TODAY chose Leo Chenal, Grantsburg, as the Defensive Player of the Year in Wisconsin. The Gatorade State Player of

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the Year, Chenal was also the Wisconsin Coaches Association’s Small School Offensive and Defensive Player of the Year in 2018. The 6-foot-3, 235-pound linebacker and running back totaled 120 tackles and two interceptions on defense while rushing for 2,038 yards and 42 touchdowns on offense. Info is from the USA TODAY website.

Wrestlers sixth at Northern Badger BY GLEN SKIFSTAD SENTINEL SPORTS

RIVER FALLS––The annual Northern Badger Wrestling Tournament at River Falls give an indication of where a team is at, what their strengths are, and what they need to do in order to finish the regular season and prepare for the upcoming state tournaments. The Luck-Frederic-Grantsburg-Siren wrestling team finished sixth in the top division at the Northern Badger last week.

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The Webster Tigers baseball team proudly hold up their trophy after defeating St. Mary Catholic to claim the 2018 Division 3 State Championship.

1. Tigers bring home gold APPLETON—A four run sixth inning propelled the Webster Tigers baseball team to an 8-2 win over St. Mary’s Catholic and to the WIAA Division 3 Championship. Tigers pitcher Jack Washburn and St. Mary’s Wilson Davis each went five innings in something like a pitchers’ duel before the Tigers broke open a four point lead in the sixth and added two more in the seventh. “The boys definitely seemed more relaxed this year. The past experience of having made it last year was very big for us,” Tigers head coach Jarrod Washburn said. “We knew what to expect this year and had a much more relaxed and confident attitude going into the games this year.” Webster scored first and the lead went back and forth until the sixth inning. Webster got four runs on five hits in inning six. With one out, Jack Washburn tripled. Hunter Gustafson singled, scoring Washburn. Hunter Rosenbaum doubled, Gustafson stopping at third. Brad Sigfrids then tripled both Gustafson and Rosenbaum home. Trenton Wols then singled Sigfrids to the plate, thus ending the top of the sixth with the Tigers up 6-2. They added two more runs and won the game 8-2. SEE 2018 SPORTS, PAGE 14

Tough time for Blizzard at Barron Invite BY GLEN SKIFSTAD SENTINEL SPORTS

BARRON––The Burnett Blizzard came out on the short end of three games at the Barron Tournament late last week. The Blizzard lost to Milton 7-3, to Amery 10-0 and to the Northwest Icemen 8-2. Said Assistant Coach Ben Anderson, “Our first game finished with Milton winning 7-3. The goals for us had Bryce Roufs with two goals and Dawson Van Meter with one. Assists were given to Carter Johnson, Gage Hall and Jared Lee.

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Taedon Nichols had a second place finish and Dominic Caroon a fifth placement. Hunter Sellent placed eighth and Nolan Johnson ninth. Landyn Johnson placed 11th. Other participants at the tourney were Logan Czech, Donald McLafferty, Merlin Hibbs, Brad Lucas, Ben Berglund and Sam Turenne. The wrestling team is back in action on Jan. 10 when they host Turtle Lake.

Goaltender Ben Johnson had 12 total saves.” Coach Anderson continued, “Game two was against Amery with a loss 10-0. Goalie Caleb Johnson had a 47 save night.” “In game three, was against the Icemen with a final score of 8-2, a loss. Goals were from Bryce Roufs and Trent Zenzen. An assist went to Lukas Hunter. Goalie Caleb Johnson made 34 saves and Ben Johnson with five saves. It was a tough weekend for our boys.” The Blizzard travel to Somerset Jan. 10 for their next game.

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“I sensed a quiet confidence in the group while we were there that was very cool to see. We didn’t have to say much as a coaching staff, as it was very evident that they were focused and determined to achieve the goal they had set after the previous season’s disappointment. All season long they kept their focus on their goals, never getting too high after great games or too low after bumps in the road. It’s obviously a very talented group of kids, but that doesn’t always get the job done. You need that right attitude, work ethic and team chemistry to achieve the ultimate goals,and this group of young men did an outstanding job of keeping that focused, fun, family atmosphere all season.”

2. It’s a 4-peat as Pirates ﬁnish undefeated CORNELL—The Grantsburg Pirates haven’t lost a regular season game since October of 2014, and they continued that streak on Friday night as they defeated the Lake Holcombe-Cornell Knights 56-8 to take their fourth consecutive undefeated Large Lakeland Conference title. This year’s team has written another page in the Grantsburg football history books as no team has ever accomplished this amazing feat, and as head coach Adam Hale pointed out during a recent pep fest “...will probably never happen again.” This year’s seniors have had an amazing run in their high school football careers, with stories to share for years to come. “Our senior class are 36-0 in regular season games for their four year career,” Coach Hale said. “That’s an unbelievable accomplishment and it’s been such a pleasure coaching these guys not only for their talent but how they come to work in practice everyday.” “Winning a fourth consecutive conference title was a remarkable accomplishment for this group of seniors but they know they can enjoy that later as the biggest game of the season is now Level 1 vs Glenwood City and trying to earn another week of football,” coach Hale concluded.

3.More than just a game Siren–– A senior volleyball player. Julia Cederberg recently lost her mother to breast cancer Oct. 1. Georgia Ced-

erberg had been battling cancer since October 2015, when what she thought was just a pain in her hip turned out to be a Stage 4 breast cancer diagnosis. “She had no idea what it could have possibly been at that time. I remember her saying her hip was aching and after multiple x-rays and tests, they finally went in and found the cancer had already spread all over her body with only a small portion located in her breast,” says daughter-in-law Alicia Cederberg. After her diagnosis she began treatment in Wyoming, Minn. With weekly trips back and forth to the hospital, there were many days spent away from home. As she continued her chemo and radiation treatments, families from the community constantly stopped by and brought her food. “There was never a moment where we didn’t feel the outpouring of love from friends, family, and members of the community. We were, and still are, surrounded with an amazing support group that has helped us get through such a trying time. When we lost her, it felt as though we lost the MVP of our ‘Dream Team’,” said Alicia. Throughout the years, the community has come together on several occasions to help support the Cederberg family through fundraisers and auctions held in town. One of the most memorable events was the spaghetti dinner hosted at the Siren High School a couple years ago. Students, teammates, and families dedicated their time and energy to help put this event on to raise money for Georgia’s medical bills. “It really was Team Georgia at every one of her fundraisers. She had her team that strung well beyond the school’s athletic team. People flocked to her. No matter where she went she made people feel loved. Her goal from the beginning was to shrink and monitor, find something that worked and allowed her to function. She didn’t see this diagnosis as the worst news ever, she saw it as another obstacle and was willing to do whatever it took to keep going. Find another way. Run a different play. Keep pushing forward,” said former classmate Kellie Steinmetz. Just one day after losing her mother, Julia suited up for the big game against Grantsburg. This wasn’t your average volleyball game, it also just so happened to be Parent’s Night in Siren. Thanks to Facebook, word of mouth, and a loyal community; the two towns teamed up to show support of the

family by wearing pink and/or their Team Georgia shirts to show love to the entire Cederberg family. At the end of the introductions, Grantsburg’s volleyball players lined up to each hand Julia a flower, as well. The entire night was about supporting one another. The scoreboard did not

time. That’s how and why sports mean so much more than just a game to so many people.

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matter. “Seeing the two towns come together to support a single family was one of the most gratifying feelings. It made me so proud to be from such a small town. That’s what we do. When something needs to be done or when somebody needs something, we come together as a community and we make it happen. The game was a perfect example of that,” said Alicia. Sports can act as a doorway of hope in many instances, whether it is the selfless act of an entire cross country team running alongside a freshman as he battles his way back after a traumatic accident, or a community coming together in support of a family that lost their ‘MVP.’ These lessons of character-building and morality lead us to a place that reaches beyond a gold medal. These sports have shaped the lives of these small town communities in ways that no other outlet could. A coach’s dream is for their athletes to win a state or national title, but more-so to become a respectable and honorable member of society. Sports mold athletes into the people they are after they’ve walked off the court, field, or track for the last

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4. Gatorade player(s) of the year

This year Burnett County had two different award winners in Jack Washburn and Leo Chenal. In its 33rd year of honoring the nation’s best high school athletes, The Gatorade Company announced Jack Washburn of Webster High School as its 2017-18 Gatorade Wisconsin Baseball Player of the Year. Washburn is the first Gatorade Wisconsin Baseball Player of the Year to be chosen from Webster High School. The award, which recognizes not only outstanding athletic excellence, but also high standards of academic achievement and exemplary character demonstrated on and off the field, distinguishes Washburn as Wisconsin’s best high school baseball player. The 6-foot-2, 190-pound junior right-handed pitcher and outfielder had led the Tigers to a 20-2 record at the time of his selection. Washburn

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owned a 6-0 record on the mound with one save and a 0.23 earned run average, striking out 58 batters in 30 innings pitched. At the plate, Washburn had posted a .464 batting average with nine home runs, 37 runs, 47 runs batted in and 12 steals through 22 games. In a 22-2 win over the Luck-Frederic co-op team on May 18, he hit four home runs and drove in 11 runs. The Gatorade Company announced Leo Chenal of Grantsburg High School as its 2018-19 Gatorade Wisconsin Football Player of the Year. Chenal is the first Gatorade Wisconsin Football Player of the Year to be chosen from Grantsburg High School. The award, which recognizes not only outstanding athletic excellence, but also high standards of academic achievement and exemplary character demonstrated on and off the field, distinguishes Chenal as Wisconsin’s best high school football player. The 6-foot-3, 235-pound senior linebacker and running back rushed for 2,038 yards and 42 touchdowns this past season, leading the Pirates (12-1) to the Division 6 state semifinals. Chenal also caught three TD passes and threw for a pair of scores. The Wisconsin Football Coaches Association Small School Offensive and Defensive Player of the Year, Chenal recorded 120 tackles, three fumble recoveries and two interceptions, returning one pick for a TD. He concluded his prep football career with 3,706 rushing yards, 88 total touchdowns and 385 tackles.

5. Pirates punch ticket to State with win over Aquinas COLFAX—The Grantsburg Pirates punched their ticket to the State tournament with a hard fought 3-0 sweep of the LaCrosse Aquinas Blugolds on Saturday night, and will head to the Resch Center in Green Bay this weekend. “I’ll borrow a quote from my baseball-coaching husband who says, ‘It’s my goal to win the state championship every year. Some years, it’s a little more realistic than others,’” said head coach Deb Allaman-Johnson. “We talk about state every year because it’s a noble goal. I knew we had depth and skill, but they really started making me a believer toward the end of September.” This will be the 14th trip to State in Grantsburg’s volleyball history, with the last trip coming in 2012. They have won it all and come home with the gold ball in 2001 and 2009. They have been State runners-up five times— 1989, 1998, 2003, 2008 and 2010. This year’s team hopes to leave their mark in the history books and bring home more hardware for the trophy case at the entrance of the high school. Saturday’s Sectional final game was an exciting match from start to end, keeping the Pirate faithful on the edge of their seats. Two years ago, the Pirates lost to Aquinas in the Sectional final and they were looking to avenge that loss. This time they won in straight sets by scores of 25-23, 31-29 and 25-21. There was a sea of purple on Grantsburg’s side of the gym and they were treated to an amazing night of volleyball filled with booming hits, seemingly impossible digs and long rallies.

6. Pirates push for good ﬁnish at State Meet WISCONSIN RAPIDS—The Grantsburg Pirate boys cross country team wanted a good showing to complete their season at the WIAA State Meet in Wisconsin Rapids last Saturday. “Getting to the State meet is always an accomplishment. It is a time to celebrate the season and race for one more PR,” said Pirate coach Lisa McKinley. In a field of 16 teams and a total of 151 runners, the Pirates were 16th. In regards to the runners, the fastest time for the Grantsburg contingent was at 17:36 and the last one was at 20:37. Stated Coach McKinley, “Freshman Will Gerber was the first to cross the line for us with a 17:36. He finished his freshman season strong. Freshmen Brody Bongaarts and Mason Arnold had 30 second PR’s. This group of young runners have learned so much this season and will bring back a great foundation to build on for the next three years. It will be fun to

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watch them continue to grow.” Continuing her comments, “Junior Connor DeTienne got hurt on the course and did not have the performance he would have liked. However, his courage and dedication to the team allowed him to finish the race and gain experience that will be so valuable as he comes back next season. For seniors Joey Duncan, Jared Lee, and Nate McKinley, it was a race to always remember. Not many athletes finish their high school career at the State Meet. These gentlemen pushed this team. Their leadership and mindset has helped this team develop. Their presence will be missed next year. However, I know that each of them will use their abilities to enhance those around them in whatever their future brings. “It was such an amazing season for this group of gentlemen. They grew together and trusted in the process of training and discipline. I am happy for what each of these athletes has accomplished this season, the experience they have gained, the lessons they have learned, and what the future holds for all of them.” Aquinas was the winner as a team in Division 3 with 90 points. Other local area schools were Clear Lake in 14th and Unity in 15th. The individual winner of the D3 contest was David Vannucchi of Luther with a time of 15:43.9.

7. Gerber, Hol, Petersen compete at State meet WISCONSIN RAPIDS—“It is always great to be at the State Meet,” voiced GLUW gymnastics coach Kathy Lund. “Gracie Gerber, Kaylee Hol and Jeni Petersen gave it their best and did a great job at representing three schools.” The three gymnasts qualified for the Division 2 State gymnastics meet in Wisconsin Rapids on Saturday. Gerber competed on both the Bars and Vault, finishing 22nd and 14th respectively. She finished in 17th place in the All-Around competition. “Gracie Gerber was having an awesome meet in the All-Around Competition. Unfortunately, an unexpected tap on the low bar going into her dismount created a frightening fall from the high bar. This took her out SEE 2018 SPORTS, PAGE 16

GAME DAY SPORTS SCHEDULE Jan. 2-8 Boys Basketball Fri. Jan. 4 Grantsburg at St. Croix Falls, 7:15 p.m. Siren at Webster, 7:15 p.m. Tue. Jan. 8 Luck at Siren, 7:15 p.m. Webster at Unity, 7:15 p.m.

Girls Basketball Fri. Jan 4 Grantsburg at St. Croix Falls, 5:45 p.m. Siren at Webster, 5:45 p.m. Tue. Jan 8 Amery at Grantsburg, 7:15 p.m. Luck at Siren, 5:45 p.m. Webster at Unity, 5:45 p.m.

Boys Hockey Thu. Jan. 10 Blizzard at Somerset, 7 p.m.

Wrestling Thu. Jan. 10 Turtle Lake at LFGS (Luck), 7 p.m.

Gymnastics Mon. Jan. 7 Rush City at GLUW (Grantsburg Comm. Ctr.), 6:30 p.m.

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of medaling position. She only had a few minutes to recover before heading to our final event, the beam.” “With pure determination to finish the meet, Gracie demonstrated the mental toughness to push through. It was so awesome to see the camaraderie from our Sectional gymnasts and coaches, cheering her through a stick beam routine!” Kaylee Hol finished 17th on the Beam with a score of 8.067. Jeni Petersen recorded a score of 8.3 on the Floor, good for a 19th place finish. “Both Gracie and Kaylee missed half a season due to injuries. Jeni has been consistent all season. We are so proud of all their accomplishments.” Gracie Gerber was named All-State First Team – Bars. Jeni Petersen was named AllState Second Team-Vault, and Kate Weiss was named AllState Second Team – Floor.

8. Siren trap shooters win conference championship SIREN—The Siren Trap Team took first in their conference. There are four shooters who are in the top 100 in the entire state. Russ Cook (number one shooter in the state and

9. Webster baseball signing Wednesday, November 14 was National Signing Day with three Webster Tigers baseball players signing their letters of intent to play ball at the next level in front of a large crowd in the Tiger gym. Hunter Rosenbaum (left) will be heading to West Virgina University, while Jack Washburn (center) will go to Oregon State and Trevor Gustafson (right) will be closer to home as he heads to the University of Minnesota-Duluth. Pictured with them during the signing is their proud high school coach, Jarrod Washburn.

10. Taylor Howle EUGENE SIKORSKI

Hunter Rosenbaum (left) will be heading to West Virgina University, while Jack Washburn (center) will go to Oregon State and Trevor Gustafson (right) will be closer to home as he heads to the University of Minnesota-Duluth. Pictured with them during the signing is their proud high school coach, Jarrod Washburn.

the conference); Gavyn Anton, tied for 34th in state and fifth in the conference; Tyler Anton is fifth in the conference and 38th in the state. Zach Doriott is 11th in the conference and 81st in the state. Andy Gorr is 23th in the conference. To be told, there are 179 shooters in the conference and 1,924 shooters in the state. Julia Cederberg is seventh

in the conference out of the female shooters and Mollie Kozak is 10th in the conference followed by Maddy Nichols who is 15th in the conference. There are seven shooters going to state on June 9 in Rome, WI. Russ Cook, Gavyn Anton, Tyler Anton, Ben Kopecky, Zach Doriott, Phil Doty and Austin Tinman will be the representatives. Hopefully

SCOREBOARD Boys Hockey Burnett Blizzard (Independent) Current Record: 2-10-0 Results Last Week Dec. 27 Milton 7, Blizzard 3 Dec. 28 Amery 10, Blizzard 0 Dec. 29 Northwest Icemen 8, Blizzard 2

Milton 7, Blizzard 3

Goals: Bryce Roufs (2), Dawson Van Meter. Assists: Carter Johnson, Gage Hall, Jared Lee. Goalie: Ben Johnson, 12 saves.

Amery 10, Blizzard 0 Blizzard 0 0 0-0 Amery 1 6 3-10 PERIOD 1: Amery-Fletcher Kjeseth (Justin Walter, Parker Griffin), even strength, 4:20. PERIOD 2: Amery-Grady Martin (Mac Smith, Jackson Henningsgard), even strength, 0:34; Amery-Henningsgard (unassisted), short handed, 1:53; AmeryRidge Sigsworth (Asher Page, Sammy Otto), even strength, 10:44; Amery-Walter (Kjeseth, Griffin), even strength, 11:09; Amery-Sigsworth (Miles Troff), even strength, 12:22; Amery-Griffin (Pake Brown, Kjeseth), even strength, 14:41. PERIOD 3: Amery-Simon Panek (Troff), even strength, 2:54; Amery-Nick Bush (Panek, Page), even strength, 9:49; Amery-Otto (Walter, Brett Forrest), even strength, 13:18.

Penalties: Blizzard, 2 for 4 minutes; Amery, 2 for 4 minutes. Goalies: Blizzard-Caleb Johnson 47-57; Amery-Adrian Troff, 13-13.

Northwest Icemen 8, Blizzard 2 Blizzard 1 0 1-2 Icemen 4 2 2-8 PERIOD 1: Icemen-Carson Kurtz (Tyler Bohn), even strength, 6:36; Icemen-Colton Avery (Wyatt Boe), even strength, 10:15; Icemen-Avery (Jordan Aronson, Boe), 14:23; Icemen-Bohn (unassisted) even strength, 15:32; Blizzard-Bryce Roufs (Lukas Hunter), even strength, 15:49. PERIOD 2: Icemen-Aronson (Avery, Jard Burch), power play, 4:11; Icemen-Kurtz (Lucas Anderson), even strength, 16:38. PERIOD 3: Blizzard-Trent Zenzen (unassisted), power play, 6:39; Icemen-Timothy Mirabel (unassisted), even strength, 9:43; Icemen-Lucas Anderson (Kurtz), even strength, 11:10. Penalties: Blizzard, 2 for 4 minutes; Icemen, 4 for 8 minutes. Goalies: Blizzard-Caleb Johnson 39-47; Icemen-Jonah Becker 8-10.

Girls Hockey Hayward Hurricanes (Independent) Grantsburg co-ops with Hayward Current Record: 4-3-1 Results Last Week Dec. 22 Hayward 0, Black River Falls 0 Goalie Emma Quimby, 13-13.

Wrestling Northern Badger Tournament River Falls December 29-31 Division 1 Team scores 1. Oshkosh West 243; 2. Baldwin-Woodville 241; 3. River Falls 207.5; 4. Spooner-Webster 199; 5. Osceola 186.5; 6. Luck-Frederic-Grantsburg-Siren 120; 7. Rhinelander 103; 8. Neillsville-Greenwood-Loyal 100.5; 9. Rice Lake 99; 10. Bloomer-Colfax 86.5; 11. Lakeland 73; 12. Regis/Altoona 72; 13. Osseo-Fairchild-Augusta-Fall Creek 29; 14. Hayward-Northwood 25. 106, Nolan Johnson, 5-2, ninth place. 113, Taedon Nichols, 4-1, second place. 120, Logan Czech, 1-2, place undetermined. 136, Donald McLafferty, 0-2, place undetermined. 138, Hunter Sellent, 3-3, eighth place. 145, Landyn Johnson, 3-3, 11th place. 152, Merlin Hibbs, 1-2, place undetermined. 182, Brad Lucas, 0-2, place undetermined. 195, Dominic Caroon, 5-1, ﬁfth place. 220, Ben Berglund, 1-2, place undetermined. 285, Sam Turenne, 1-2, place undetermined.

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Hall of Fame Coach Bjelland Pirates softball coach Don Bjelland was recently inducted into the Wisconsin Fastpitch Softball Coaches Association Hall of Fame for his outstanding coaching career. Grantsburg athletic director, Mike Amundson, presented Bjelland with his Hall of Fame plaque prior to the game against Unity on Thursday night. Don has been head coach at Grantsburg High School for 21 years, having started the Pirate softball program in 1996. He has coached in 466 games and has a career record of 406-60 (prior to the current 2018 season). The Pirates playoff record is 56-16 and includes 15 regional titles, eight sectional titles, state championship titles in 2006 and 2009, and state runner-up in 2016. Don has 17 conference championships and coached an All-Star team in 2004 & 2013.

Russ will continue to nationals in July in Mason, MI. This is an individual sport as much as it is a team sport. It takes all of the team’s effort to pull off a conference victory. Cook did go to Nationals for Siren, along with Doriott. Brad Morris, Siren’s trap shooting coach said, “Russ Cook Jr. and Zach Doriott attended. Russ shot 195/200 and

Taylor Howe, 2018 Webster graduate, was selected to the All U.M.A.C Second Team. Howe was voted to the second team after leading the Yellowjackets in kills (339) and attacks (877). She contributed 78 digs and 30 blocks on defense. The freshman appeared in every match in 2018. Information obtained from the UW-Superior website.

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William “Bill” Roettger, age 61, of Webster, passed away unexpectedly on December 9, 2018 at his home. Bill was born on May 2, 1957 in Hudson, WI, to parents Joyce (Linehan) and Earl Roettger Jr. He gradu uated from Hudson High S School in 1975. On April 8, 1983, Bill m married Linda Taylor and ttogether they raised one d daughter, Jennifer. Bill was employed by A Anderson Windows in Bayp port, Minn., for 36 years. He w was a man of all trades – for b better or worse. He enjoyed v volunteering, which he c considered his fulltime job. He often helped chop wood with the boy scouts and the Interfaith Caregivers. He belonged to many clubs, some of which included the ATV club, Burnett Co. Snow Trails Association, the Yellow Lake River Association – and was dubbed the official “mayor” of Yellow Lake. Bill was loved by all who knew him. He truly was the rock of his family, the true definition of a family man. He will be deeply missed for his loving personality, big heart and his famous bearhugs. Preceding Bill in death are his parents; sister, Marge Roettger; and brother, Baby Dennis. Bill is survived by his loving wife of 34 years, Linda; daughter, Jennifer; mini-me, best friend and famous grandson, Connor; siblings: Dave (Diane) Roettger, Sandi (Larry) West, Debbie (Rick) Sunby, Brenda Roettger and Sue (Jim) Swanson; brother-in-law, Gary (Karen) Taylor; father-in-law, Forest Taylor; and many nieces, nephews, relatives and friends – who were considered family. The Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, January 12, 2019 at 2 p.m. with a visitation from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. at Northwoods Crossing Event Center – Tesora in Siren, WI. In lieu of flowers, please send memorial donations to Interfaith Caregivers. Arrangements have been entrusted to SwedbergTaylor Funeral Home in Webster, WI.

James Frances Gatten, age 89, of Danbury, WI, passed away on Sunday, December 23, 2018 surrounded by his family. A full obituary to follow. A Funeral Service will be held at 11 a.m. (visitation from 10-11 a.m.) on Thursday, January 3, 2019 at First Baptist Church of Webster with Pastor Jeff Jowers officiating. Burial at Balsam Lake Cemetery following the service. Arrangements have been entrusted to Swedberg-Taylor Funeral Home, Webster. Online condolences may be expressed at www.swedberg-taylor.com.

Valerian Bernard Schwartz Valerian Bernard Schwartz, age 84, of Webb Lake, WI, passed away on Monday, December 24, 2018 at Frederic Nursing and Rehab in Frederic, WI. At this time, no services are being held. Arrangements have been entrusted to Swedberg-Taylor Funeral Home, Webster. Online condolences may be expressed at www.swedberg-taylor.com

BIRTHS Tucker T k Steven S W Waggoner Taylor Finch and Teghan Waggoner of Grantsburg announce the birth of their son, Tucker Steven Waggoner, 6 pounds, 0 ounces, born on December 12 at St. Croix Falls Medical Center in St. Croix Falls.

Gwendolyn Rose Louis Jillian and Damien Louis of Grantsburg announce the birth of their daughter, Gwendolyn Rose Louis, 9 pounds, 14 ounces, born on December 16 at St. Croix Medical Center in St. Croix Falls.

Henry Wayne Daley Vanessa and David Daley of Siren announce the birth of their son, Henry Wayne Daley, 8 pounds, 9 ounces, born on December 17 at St. Croix Medical Center in St. Croix Falls.

Levi Jayce den Hoed Ashley and Jayce den Hoed of Frederic announce the birth of their son, Henry Wayne Daley, 7 pounds, 10 ounces, born on December 17 at St. Croix Medical Center in St. Croix Falls.

Competitor wins bid for bankrupt Wisconsin distillery MIDDLETON—Wisconsin’s largest distillery is on the path to new ownership after filing for bankruptcy last month. Dancing Goat Distillery, a local competitor in Cambridge, submitted the winning bid of nearly $2.5 million at a bankruptcy auction last week for Death’s Door Distillery in Middleton, a suburb just 6 miles west of Madison. Dancing Goat partner Travis Hasse told the Wisconsin State Journal that Death’s Door aligned well because it’s a Wisconsin brand with a good Wisconsin story. “And with our Wisconsin lineage, it felt like it just had good synergy with us,” he said.

A closing will likely be held in early January, according to Hasse. Death’s Door filed for bankruptcy in November after sales plateaued and the company faced $6 million in debt to more than 100 creditors. The distillery started in 2007 when the state’s craft distilling industry was still in its infancy. Death’s Door initially contracted out its production until 2012, when the company invested $3 million into the construction of a 25,000-square-foot distillery in Middleton. The building isn’t part of the sale since Death’s Door leases the property. The distillery was built to produce up to 200,000 cases of spirits

annually, but the facility lacked a tasting room and production ended up leveling off at around 30,000 cases. Dancing Goat, which opened its distillery one year ago, isn’t sure yet whether it’ll keep Death’s Door production in Middleton or move the operation to Cambridge. But the company aims to grow the Death’s Door brand within Wisconsin, Hasse said. “I think they’ll assess and do what’s best for Death’s Door,” said Brian Ellison, Death’s Door co-founder and president. “I’m extremely excited for them. I think they’re a great Wisconsin company. I’m 100 percent behind what they’re doing.”

Madison to step up testing for chemicals in drinking water MADISON—Madison water utility officials say they will step up testing for toxic chemicals that are spreading from contaminated soil and groundwater at Truax Air National Guard Base on the city’s north side. The State Journal reports that fluorinated compounds from mili-

tary firefighting foam have soaked into soil and shallow groundwater on the base. Last year the chemicals turned up in low levels at a city well nearly a mile away. The Air National Guard has known about the contamination for at least three years but hasn’t monitored its spread, so authori-

ties aren’t sure if levels in the well water will rise to more dangerous levels. Fluorinated compounds have been linked to serious health problems. Madison Water Utility spokeswoman Amy Barrilleaux says the collection of monthly samples will begin in January.

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Mick Mi k Mill Miller was the h llucky k Bi Bingo d dollar ll game wini ner for $17.00. We had our monthly meeting and celebration of December birthdays. Each member was given a gift card for Dairy Queen from the center. Thanks to the board for remembering us. After the meeting, we were entertained by the students of Siren school. They sang many songs which we enjoyed. The last three songs we were invited to sing along. Thanks for coming and bringing music to our center. We love to have you and hope you can do this again. You don’t have to wait until Xmas – come any time. We had installation of our new officers. Barb Geske installed the officers. Chris Sower is president, David Meier as Vice President, Marge Traum as secretary and Cora Sower as treasurer. Dave was not at the meeting so he will be installed at a later date. Our driveway has become very slippery so be very careful when walking from your cars. By the weather reports, this will be getting worse with the rain and snow coming in after Xmas. None of us need to fall and break bones. I think I may have missed deadlines for the papers. Sorry if I did but I had to make a trip to cities to bring son home and then our family party interfered with getting the news done. After the new year we will get back on track. Speaking of new year, we wish everybody a happy, healthy 2019. Our 500 winners were Rusty Helland, John LaFond, Dwaine Bentley, Jim Anderson, Tim McNitt. Butch Connor got the 9 bid. What happened to our ladies with no winners. This has to change! Spade winners were Marie Bentley, Roger Greely, Jim Anderson. Anke Olsen and Shirley Doriott shared the 9 bid. Dates to Remember: Dec 31 – New Year’s Eve Jan 1 - New Year’s Day Jan 3 - Decorate the cener Jan 6 – New month Jan 9 – Potluck and board meeting Jan 17 – Monthly meeting.

RECENT DEATHS December 13, 2018, John Raymond Swedberg Jr., 77, Town of Meenon. December 8, 2018, Carol Anne Deneen, 73 Village of Grantsburg.

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•Dec. 17, Scott Buskirk, 38, Webster, was issued an arrest warrant for contempt of court. •Dec. 17, Triston Ortez, 18, Siren, was arrested for second degree sexual assault of child. •Dec. 17, Nathaniel Mckinley, 18, Grantsburg, was arrested for disorderly conduct. •Dec. 18, Kenneth Erickson, 43, Webster, was issued an arrest warrant for failure to appear. •Dec. 18, Daniel Lightfeather, 43, Duluth was issued arrest warrants for failure to appear and contempt of court. •Dec. 18, Christopher Dietrich, 42, Superior, was issued an arrest warrant for contempt of court. •Dec. 18, Janeen Mosay 49, Hertel, was issued a probation warrant for felony bail jumping. •Dec. 18, Scott Wilcox, 34, Siren, was issued an arrest warrant for contempt of court. •Dec. 19, Dennis Young, 55, Danbury was arrested for possession of methamphetamine, open intoxicants in a motor vehicle, possession of an illegally obtained prescription, possession of THC, possession of narcotic drugs, and possession of drug paraphernalia. •Dec. 19, Robert Kratzke, 51, Grantsburg, was arrested for felony bail jumping. •Dec. 19, Tanya Burch, 47, Grantsburg was arrested for probation violation. •Dec. 19, Thomas Snyder, 33, Danbury, was issued an arrest warrant for failure to appear. •Dec. 19, Daymin Eckstrom, 25, Siren, was issued a probation warrant for probation violation. •Dec. 19, Jordan Paulson, 32, Grantsburg, was arrested for substantial battery- intended bodily harm. •Dec. 19, David Peloquin, 38, Siren, was arrested for retail theft less than or equal to $2,500. •Dec. 20, Shannon Bellanger, 41, Hertel, was issued a court order for probation violation. •Dec. 20, Justin Kaufmann, 32, Webster submitted his DNA. •Dec. 22, Bryan Belisle, 33 was issued an arrest warrant for probation violation and an extradition warrant to Minnesota. •Dec. 22, Bradley Belisle, 41, Hertel, was issued an arrest warrant for probation violation and failure to appear. •Dec. 22, Lawrence Bildeau, 35, Hertel, was arrested for probation violation. •Dec. 22, Jonathan Laboda, 33, Vadnais Hights was arrested for burglary of a building or dwelling, burglary while armed with a dangerous weapon, criminal damage to property, fleeing and eluding an officer in a vehicle, and second degree recklessly endangering safety. •Dec. 22, Joseph Stenbakken, 32, Dixon, was arrested for resisting or obstructing an officer and failure to appear. •Dec. 22, Nicholas Olson, 36, Siren, was arrested for possession of methamphetamine, possession of drug paraphernalia, felony bail jumping, and operating on a suspended license. •Dec. 22, Matthew Bambery, 28, Siren, was arrested for disorderly conduct, substantial battery with intended bodily harm, and felony bail jumping. •Dec. 23, Michael Hegge, 55, New Richmond, was arrested for possession of drug paraphernalia.

COURT Criminal Opperating without a valid license • Steven S. Anderson, 40, Sandstone, Minn. pleaded no contest and was fined $200.50. • Kaylee N. Jennissen, 27, Frederic, pleaded no contest and was fined $200.50.

Dog running at large • Stefan A. Anderson, 29, Grantsburg, pleaded no contest and was fined $187.90. • James A. Chute, 54, Grantsburg, pleaded no contest and was fined $187.90. • Kevin Alan Schwarzbauer, 55, Grantsburg, pleaded no contest and was fined $375.80.

Opperating while suspended • Richard A. Belisle, 50, Webster, pleaded no contest and was fined $200.50. • Daylan W. Feuerhake, 22, Webster pleaded no contest and was fined $200.50 and his license suspended

Operating a motor vehicle without insurance • James H. Bibeau, 60, Frederic, pleaded no contest and was fined $200.50.

Operate vehicle without registration lamps • James H. Bibeau, 60, Frederic, pleaded no contest and was fined $150.50.

Hunting without required approval • Brandon R. Chapmann, 21, Siren pleaded no contest and was fined $240.90.

Opperating while suspended • Joseph L. Collins, 35, Siren pleaded no contest and was fined $200.50. • Tina M. Liptow, 44, Webster, pleaded no contest and was fined $200.50.

Speeding • William D. Daniels, 42, Webster, pleaded no contest and had his license suspended for 15 days. • Joseph A. Denasha, 18, Stone Lake, pleaded no contest and was fined $175.30. • Daniel J. Cobenais, 22, Danbury, pleaded no contest and was fined $175.30. • Amber J. Kern, 47, Dairyland, pleaded no contest and was fined $175.30. • Brent S. Lamson, 22, Danbury, pleaded no contest and was fined $175.30. • Andrea R. Kerr, 26, New Richmond, pleaded no contest and was fined $225.70. • Gonzalo Medina Perez, 67, Woodbury, pleaded no contest and was fined $175.30. • Sharon A. Harnden, 71, Minneapolis, pleaded no contest and was fined $175.30. • Brandon A. Kaivola, 40, Buhl, pleaded no contest and was fined $225.70. • Debra A. Kaslow, 63, Grantsburg, pleaded no contest and was fined $175.30. • Trea R. Freer, 25, Hudson, pleaded no contest and was fined $175.30. •Anna M. Plys, 20, Solon Springs, pleaded no contest and was fined $175.30. • Brenin R. Stevens, 44, Siren, pleaded no contest and was fined $225.70.

Vehicle operator failure to wear seatbelt • Timothy A. Herrick, 54, Chippewa Falls, pleaded no contest and was fined $10. • Scott W. Jensen, 57, Jackson, pleaded no contest and was fined $18.

Failure to yield right of way from a parked position • Robbie L. Holt, 23, Siren, pleaded no contest and was fined $175.30.

Failure to properly maintain headlamps • Cecil R. Honts, 28, Hinckley, Minn. pleaded no contest and was fined $175.30.

Trapping with untagged traps • Daniel J. Hunter, 20, Webster, pleaded no contest and was fined $222.90.

Trapping without a license • Daniel J. Hunter, 20, Webster, pleaded no contest and was fined $242.90.

Possession of Drug paraphernalia • Jolita Johnson, 23, Shell Lake, pleaded guilty and was fined $330.50.

Resisting or obstructing an officer • Sarah M. Johnson, 24, Grantsburg, pleaded guilty and was fined $500.

Misdemeanor bail jumping • Amy L. Kerbel, 36, Grantsburg, pleaded guilty and was sentenced to 6 months in jail and 1 year probation and fined $886.

Pedestrian signal violation by a vehicle • Frank E. Koalska, 76, Webster, pleaded no contest and was fined $175.30.

Non registration of vehicle • Koivisto Trucking Inc., Cromwell, pleaded no contest and was fined $263.50. • Brent S. Lamson, 22, Danbury, pleaded no contest and was fined $175.30.

Operating without a valid license • Dallas J. Marshall, 21, Colfax, pleaded no contest and was fined $200.50.

Vehicle Equipment Violations • Eau Claire Press Company, Eau Claire, pleaded no contest and was fined $175.30.

Vehicle operator failing to wear seat belt • Michael R. Maurer, 38, Siren, pleaded no contest and was fined $10.

Non registration of vehicle • Michelle L. Engebretson, 35, Danbury, pleaded no contest and was fined $175.30. • Joseph A. Okray, 62, Shell Lake, pleaded no contest and was fined $175.30.

Operating while intoxicated • Mary E. Mcintyre, 75, Danbury, pleaded guilty and had her license revoked for 6 months, was sentenced to alcohol assessment, and fined $811.50.

Reckless driving - endanger safety • Michelle L. Engebretson, 35, Danbury, pleaded no contest and was fined $389.50.

Keep open intoxicants in moving vehicle-driver • Michelle L. Engebretson, 35, Danbury, pleaded no contest and was fined $263.50.

Disorderly conduct • Terry W. Erickson, 55, Hinckley, Minn., pleaded guilty and was sentanced to 10 days in jail and fined $543. • Rosetta J. Garbow, 52, Webster, pleaded guilty and was fined $330.50. • Timothy J. Schwartz, 60, Danbury, pleaded no contest and was fined $500. • Logan R. Nelson, 20, Minot, pleaded no contest and was fined $330.50.

Operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance • Joseph A. Okray, 62, Shell Lake, pleaded no contest and was fined $10.00.

Possession of THC • Michelle L. Ritchey, 25, Webster, pleaded guilty and was fined, $330.50. • Cecil R. Honts, 28, Hinckley, Minn. pleaded guilty and was fined $175.30.

Obstructing an officer • Hanna M. Songas, 17, Siren, pleaded guilty and was fined $330.50.

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

Operating a motor vehicle without insurance • Rindy M. Erickson, 34, Danbury pleaded no contest and was fined $200.50. •Felicia A. Paulzine, 24, Frederic, plead no contest and was fined $200.50.

Failure to keep vehicle under control • Bradley K. Foss, 56, Star Prairie, pleaded no contest and was fined $213.10.

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Green Valley Dental Care is looking to add a full-time Dental Operations Manager (DOM) to our growing practice. The DOM will oversee daily dental clinic operations in conjunction with our Office Manager with a focus on ensuring a superb patient experience. The DOM will supervise front desk and clinical team members ensuring that there is proper communication and a smooth workflow. Daily duties of the DOM also include answering phone calls, filing insurance claims, registering and checking out patients. Previous experience in the dental field is required; management experience is preferred. Our ideal candidate would be a team-oriented problem solver and have knowledge of the insurance claims process. Benefits include paid time off & holidays, 401k, & dental careGVDC does not offer traditional health insurance. Position approximately 36 hours/week; starting salary dependent on experience. Please email CV to karenkloek@greenvalleydentalcare.com or deliver in person.

decade. Fernholz, who clerked for former state Supreme Court Justice Michael Gableman before joining the Waukesha law firm Cramer, Multhauf & Hammes, included a Schimel recommendation letter as well. Schimel wrote that he has known Fernholz for four years and called him a â&#x20AC;&#x153;bright and talented attorney.â&#x20AC;? Melvin, Maas and Schimel were among six finalists for the position, the records show. The others were Paul Dedinsky, the state Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protectionâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s chief lawyer; Waukesha County Court Commissioner Sarah Scullen and Assistant Attorney General Katherine Spitz. None of their materials included any recommendation letters from Schimel. Other applicants included commercial litigation attorney Terry Booth; Ronald Sonderhouse, a partner in Waukesha law firm Wolff and Sonderhouse; and Waukesha County Corporation Counsel Eric Weidig. The governorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s office didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t release application materials for the remaining three candidates, saying they had requested confidentiality.

HELP WANTED Church Custodian (to maintain the building interior, including ceilings, walls & floors)

Faith Lutheran Church â&#x20AC;˘ 421 S. Russell St. Grantsburg, WI Application, cover letter and letters of reference are due by Dec. 31st. Application is located in the church office or can be found on the church website (www. myfaithlutheran.org; From main page, go to "Home", and then to "Help Needed"). You may contact the church office for a full job description (715-463-5388). Please email the application materials to secretary@myfaithlutheran.org or mail them to: Faith Lutheran Church â&#x20AC;˘ Attn: Jennifer P.O. Box 68 â&#x20AC;˘ Grantsburg, WI 54840

CITY CLERK/TREASURER CITY OF AMERY

Deadline: Thursday, February 7, 2019 Position Objectives: The City of Amery (3,000) is seeking to fill its position of Clerk/Treasurer. The candidate for this key supervisory position must be able to perform a variety of routine and complex financial, clerical, secretarial, administrative and statutory duties typical for the position of Clerk/Treasurer, keep official records, conduct adequate research, and present findings to the Council during regular, special or working sessions. Duties and Responsibilities: The hired City Clerk/Treasurer shall be responsible for performing those duties as required by Sec. 62.09(9) and Sec. 62.09(11), Wisconsin Statutes and the following duties: Manage, supervise and direct office staff in the day-to-day operations; assist with the development and preparation of the annual budget; conduct elections, including voter registration, notices, ballot preparation and Election Day activities; assist with preparation and distribution of agendas, materials, minutes and records of meetings; Assist the City Administrator with investment portfolio and cash flow; prepare and maintain Cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s general ledger, accounts receivable, fixed assets, receipts, assessments, liens, collections, deposits and other financial records. Responsible for the Tax Roll, receive collections and distribute proportionate share of collections to taxing units; assist the Assessor in maintaining property assessment records when needed. Minimum Requirements: Candidate must possess a high level of integrity, leadership, problem solving, and commitment to public service. Prefer candidate with municipal experience and must have both CMTW and WCMC certifications or have the ability to obtain within 4 years of appointment. The preferred candidate must also be a notary or have the ability to obtain Notary Public Certification within 6 months. A full job description is available on our website. Benefits: Position offers a full benefit package including participation in WRS, health & dental insurance, and personal time off (PTO) days. Salary dependent on qualifications. More Information: Submit resume, letter of interest, and City employment application by February 7, 2019, to: City of Amery â&#x20AC;˘ Attn: Kim 118 Center Street â&#x20AC;˘ Amery, WI 54001 www.amerywi.gov

BURNETT COUNTY SENTINEL

STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT BURNETT COUNTY

IN THE MATTER OF THE NAME CHANGE OF: Amy Lynn Mrdutt By (Petitioner) Amy Lynn Mrdutt NOTICE AND ORDER FOR NAME CHANGE HEARING Case No. 2018 CV 165 NOTICE IS GIVEN: A petition was filed asking to change the name of the person listed above: From: Amy Lynn Mrdutt To: Amy Lynn Wright Birth Certificate: Amy Lynn Wright IT IS ORDERED: This petition will be heard in the Circuit Court of Burnett County, State of Wisconsin: HON. MELISSIA R MOGEN Burnett County Government Center 7410 County Road K #220 Siren, WI 54872 Date January 29, 2019 Time 9:30 a.m. If you require reasonable accommodations due to a disability to participate in the court process please call 715-349-2147 at least ten (10) working days prior to the scheduled court date. Please note that the court does not provide transportation. IT IS FURTHER ORDERED: Notice of this hearing shall be given by publication as a Class 3 notice for three (3) weeks in a row prior to the date of the hearing in the BURNETT COUNTY SENTINEL a newspaper published in BURNETT COUNTY, STATE OF WISCONSIN. BY THE COURT: /s/ Circuit Court Judge Hon. Melissia R Mogen December 7, 2018 WNAXLP (Dec. 19, 26, Jan 2)

STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT BURNETT COUNTY

IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF Donald J Meizo Notice to Creditors (Informal Administration) Case No. 18 PR 53 PLEASE TAKE NOTICE: 1. An application for informal administration was filed. 2. The decedent, with date of birth November 22, 1957 and date of death August 17, 2018, was domiciled in Burnett County, State of Wisconsin, with a mailing address of 6915 County Rd A, Webster, WI 54893. 3. All interested persons

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have waived notice. 4. The deadline for filing a claim against the decedentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s estate is March 6, 2019. 5. A claim by be filed at the Burnett County Courthouse, 7410 County Rd K, Siren, WI 54872, Room 205. /s/ Jacqueline O. Baasch Probate Registrar Dominic Meizo PO Box 344 Webster, WI 54893 612-235-0528 WNAXLP (Dec. 26, Jan. 2, 9)

STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT BURNETT COUNTY U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, not in its individual capacity but solely as Trustee for the RMAC Trust Series 2016-CTT â&#x201E;&#x2026; Rushmore Loan Management Services, LLC, 15480 Laguna Canyon Road Irvine, California 92618 Plaintiff vs. Donald J. Songetay and Unknown Spouse of Donald J. Songetay 27653 Leef Road Webster, WI 54893 Mary M. Hartmann and Unknown Spouse of Mary M. Hartmann 27653 Leef Road Webster, WI 54893 Defendants Case No. 18CV148 Code No. 30404 Foreclosure of Mortgage Dollar Amount Greater Than $10,000.00 FORTY DAY SUMMONS THE STATE OF WISCONSIN To: Mary Hartmann and spouse of Mary Hartmann You are hereby notified that the plaintiff named above has filed a lawsuit or other legal action against you. The complaint, which is also served upon you, states the nature and basis of the legal action. Within 40 days after December 26, 2018, you must respond with a written answer, as that term is used in Chapter 802 of the Wisconsin Statutes, to the complaint. The court may reject or disregard an answer that does not follow the requirements of the statutes. The answer must be sent or delivered to the court, whose address is: Clerk of Circuit Court, Burnett County Courthouse, 7410 County Road K, Siren, WI 54872. and

SECTION 893.77 NOTICE On December 10, 2018, a resolution was offered, adopted and approved by the Village of Grantsburg, Wisconsin (the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Municipalityâ&#x20AC;?), whereby the Municipality authorized and directed the sale and issuance of up to $144,922 Water System Revenue Bond, Series 2018. The closing on this Bond was held on December 26, 2018. A copy of all proceedings had to date with respect to the authorization and sale of said Bonds is on file and may be examined in the office of the Village Clerk of the Village of Grantsburg. This Notice is given pursuant to Section 893.77, Wisconsin Statutes, which provides that an action or proceeding to contest the validity of such municipal financing, for other than constitutional reasons, must be commenced within thirty (30) days after the date of publication of this Notice. Dated: December 26, 2018. VILLAGE OF GRANTSBURG, WISCONSIN Patrice Bjorklund, Village Clerk

to Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Dess and Associates, S.C., Plaintiffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s attorneys, whose address is: Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Dess and Associates, S.C., 1414 Underwood Avenue, Suite 403, Wauwatosa, WI 53213. You may have an attorney help or represent you. If you do not provide a proper answer within 40 days, the court may grant judgment against you for the award of money or other legal action requested in the complaint, and you may lose your right to object to anything that is or may be incorrect in the complaint. A judgment may be enforced as provided by law. A judgment awarding money may become a lien against any real estate you own now or in the future, and may also be enforced by garnishment or seizure of property. Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Dess and Associates, S.C. Attorneys for Plaintiff /s/ M. Abigail Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Dess Bar Code No. 1017869 1414 Underwood Avenue, Suite 403 Wauwatosa, WI 53213 (414) 727-1591 Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Dess and Associates, S.C., is attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. If you have previously received a Chapter 7 Discharge in Bankruptcy, this correspondence should not be construed as an attempt to collect a debt. WNAXLP (Dec. 26, Jan. 2, 9)

LIQUOR LICENSE APPLICATION STATE OF WISCONSIN COUNTY OF BURNETT TOWN OF WEBB LAKE Application for Retail Class B license to sell intoxicating liquors and malt beverages is respectfully submitted to the town board, Town of Webb Lake, Burnett County, Wisconsin. The undersigned: SMILEY ENTERPRISES, LLC, trade name NORTHWOODS INN, Benais Smiley, President, Hereby makes application for Class B Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License to be used from February 1, 2019 to June 30, 2019, at the place of business located at: 30180 County Road H, Webb Lake, WI 54830. Application filed this 28th day of December, 2018

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STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT BURNETT COUNTY The Bank of New York Mellon, F/K/A The Bank of New York as trustee for registered Holders of CWABS, Inc., Asset-Backed Certificates, Series 2005-1 Plaintiff, v. Kenneth G. Gunderson, et al. Defendant(s). NOTICE OF SHERIFFâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S SALE Case No. 2018CV000048 By virtue of a judgment of foreclosure made in the above-entitled action on August 13, 2018 in the amount of $310,387.17, I will sell at public auction in the main lobby of the Burnett County Government Center, located at 7410 County Road K, Siren, WI 54872 54872, on February 12, 2019. At 10:00 AM, all of the following described premises, to wit: CERTIFIED SURVEY MAP NO. 843, IN VOL. 4, PAGE 86, DOC. NO. 194095, FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE REGISTER OF DEEDS FOR BURNETT COUNTY, WISCONSIN. SAID CERTIFIED SURVEY MAP BEING A PART OF GOVERNMENT LOT 8, SECTION 24, TOWNSHIP 40 NORTH, RANGE 15 WEST, BURNETT COUNTY, WISCONSIN. Street Address: 3484 County Rd A, Webster, WI 54893 Tax Key No. 07-012-2-4015-24-5 05-008-012000 THE PROPERTY WILL BE SOLD AS IS AND SUBJECT TO ANY AND ALL REAL ESTATE TAXES, SUPERIOR LIENS OR OTHER LEGAL ENCUMBRANCES. TERMS OF SALE: CASH, CASHIERâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S CHECK or CERTIFIED FUNDS, payable to the Clerk of Courts (10% down payment at sale, balance due within ten (10) days of Court approval; down payment to be forfeited if payment not received timely). Buyer must comply with minimum bidder qualifications as set forth in Wis. Stat. Â§ 846.155. Buyer to pay applicable Wisconsin Real Estate Transfer Tax

NOTICE OF CAUCUS TOWN OF GRANTSBURG State of Wisconsin, County of Burnett JANUARY 14, 2019 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that a town caucus for the purpose of nominating candidates to appear on the spring election ballot will be held for the Town of Grantsburg, Monday, January 14, 2019, at 5:30 p.m., at the Grantsburg Town OfÂżce and Hall, 216 S. Oak Street. The following ofÂżces are to be elected to succeed the present incumbents listed, for a two year period. The monthly board meeting will be held on Monday, January 14th, 2019, immediately following the caucus. OfÂżce Town Board Chairperson Town Board Supervisor Town Board Supervisor

in addition to the purchase price. Ronald L. Wilhelm Sheriff of Burnett County, Wisconsin Codilis, Moody & Circelli, P.C. Attorneys for Plaintiff 50-18-00528 WNAXLP (Jan. 2, 9, 16)

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MEETING NOTICE The Regular Monthly Meeting of the Town of Wood River Board of Supervisors will be Wednesday, January 9th at 6:30 p.m. at the Wood River Town Hall on Hwy 70 in Alpha WI. The agenda will be posted at the Wood River Town Hall; Burnett Dairy Co-op; Burnett Dairy Cheese Store and the Town of Wood River Web Site at www.townofwoodriver.com Raylene Swanson, Clerk

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NOTICE OF CAUCUS TOWN OF WOOD RIVER At the Town Hall JANUARY 12th, 2019 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 10:00 A.M. Notice is hereby given that a town caucus will be held in the Town of Wood River at the Town Hall; on Saturday, January 12th 2019 at 10:00 a.m. for the purpose of nominating candidates to appear on the spring election ballot Tuesday, April 2, 2019, for the following ofÂżces to succeed the present incumbents. The term for town ofÂżces is for two (2) years beginning on Tuesday April 16th, 2019. OfÂżce Town Board Chairman Town Board Supervisor Town Board Supervisor

Incumbent Joel Johnson Daryl Wedin John Hennessey

Notice is further given, that a town caucus for the purpose of nominating candidates to appear on the spring election ballot for the above-listed ofÂżces will be held on Saturday January 12th 2019 at 10:00 a.m. Raylene Swanson, Clerk Town of Wood River

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TOURISM

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JANUARY 2, 2019

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By Bill Schroeder A&H Lakeside Lutheran Church

Recently I was reminded of the fact that life as we know it can change in the blink of an eye. It was the perfect late Friday morning as I was sitting on a frozen lake with my wife, Rhonda, and friend Steve. The sunfish were cooperating and life was great. I happened to look over at Rhonda and I was surprised to see her crying. If we had watching a Hallmark Christmas movie then all would have been normal, but not fishing. Rhonda told me she had a terrible headache and that she was going to head to shore and sit in the van. Something told me I should check on Rhonda and when I did,

I noticed she just wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t herself. I walked back out on the ice and told Steve that we should head home. Once in the van I realized that Rhonda did not recognize Steve or her surroundings and fear set in. Once in Siren, I called 911 and the ambulance arrived in short time to transport Rhonda to the ER in Grantsburg. After a short stop in Grantsburg Rhonda was transported to United Hospital in St. Paul. As I kissed Rhonda goodbye and assured her all was going to be okay, I couldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t help but wonder if life was ever going to be the same. Would I ever again see and hold

Pastor Marilyn Crossfield Worship: 9 am | Sun. School: 9 am (Sept. - May) Wheelchair Accessible

10 - 11 am coffee & fellowship 10:15 - 11 am Sunday School (Sept. - May) A class for all ages | Everyone welcome Communion Every Sunday | Everyone welcome

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GRANTSBURG

Pastor Curtis Denney | 715-327-4956 Benson Rd. | Saturday Service Sabbath Sch. 9:30 am | Worship 11 am

CENTRAL UNITED METHODIST UPPER ST. CROIX PARISH

FIRST LUTHERAN

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

(A Wesleyan Church) | Pastor Earl Leach 715-244-3649 | 33921 State Rd 35 Sunday Worship: 10:30 am Bible Study: 6:30 pm, Wed. with potluck

DANBURY

Pastor Bill Schroeder | 715-635-7791 Cty Rd. H, 1/2 mile N. of Cty. A on H www.lakesidelutheranwi.com Sunday Worship: 9 am (June-Aug), 10 am (Sept-May) Sunday School: 9 am | All welcome Wednesday Outdoor Worship: 7 pm (June-Aug)

Pastor Peter Johnson 7615 County Rd U, Danbury, WI A church of the unchurched for the unchurched Sunday - Soup in the Coop 5:30 pm | Worship 6 pm

Rev. Randall Knauf, Pastor | 715-866-7321 Junction of Cty. Rds A & H Crescent Lake Voyager Village Area Mass: Thurs. 9:30 am | Sun. 8:00 am Reconciliation as per bulletin & by appointment

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

ASKOV CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS Just west of Askov on Hwy. 23 Auxiliary Meetings start at 9:30 am Sacrament Meeting: 11:20 am

ATLAS ATLAS UNITED METHODIST UPPER ST. CROIX PARISH Pastor Kookho Kim & Pastor Ran Yoo 2110 295th Ave. Cty. Rd. B Worship: 11:00 am | Sunday School: 11:15 am

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

CHICKEN COOP CHURCH

FAITH COMMUNITY CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE

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

UNITED METHODIST Rev. Eddie Crise, Sr. Pastor Rev. Thomas Cook, Assoc. Pastor 715-866-8646 | 7520 Water St. www.umc4pt.com | Sunday Worship: 8:45 am

OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP CATHOLIC CHURCH Rev. Randall Knauf, Pastor 715-866-7321 | 7586 St. Rd. 77 Mass: Fri. 9 am & Sat. 4 pm Reconciliation as per bulletin & by appointment

YELLOW LAKE LUTHERAN

Pastor Jody Walter Office: 715-866-7191 | Home: 715-866-4622 10:45 am Church Service | 9 am Sunday School Communion 2nd, 4th & 5th Sunday

IMMACULATE CONCEPTION CATHOLIC CHURCH Fr. Joseph Madanu Mass: Sunday 8:30 am Saturday 6:30 pm (Memorial Day - Labor Day)

CHURCH OF CHRIST

715-656-4010 | 7535 Peet St. Sunday - Adult Sunday School: 9 am Morning Service: 10 am | Evening Service: 7 pm Monday - Bible Study: 6:30 pm

IMMANUEL LUTHERAN CHURCH

Pastor Kookho Kim & Pastor Ran Yoo 715-463-2624 | Worship 9 am | Fellowship 10 am Christian Ed. Class (all ages) 10:30 am Nursery Available

PILGRAM LUTHERAN FREDERIC (ELCA)

LAKESIDE COMMUNITY LUTHERAN CHURCH, ELCA

SACRED HEART OF JESUS & MARY CATHOLIC CHURCH

the same Rhonda that I have come to know and love? In the end we got the best news possible as Rhonda was diagnosed with â&#x20AC;&#x153;transient global amnesiaâ&#x20AC;?. You can look it up on the web, but in short it is a short-term memory loss. Rhonda lost all memory of three hours of her life, but everything else is back to normal. I fully understand that not all have had the good results we received and my heart aches in that knowledge. Never let a day go by without saying, â&#x20AC;&#x153;I love youâ&#x20AC;?, for tomorrow is not guaranteed.

LIVING HOPE CHURCH

Minister: Guy McCarty, Gene Olson, Robert Rutherford 107 Elm St. | 715-327-8387 Sunday 9 am - 12 pm Worship & Study

Doug McConnell, Senior Pastor Chris Radtke, Youth Pastor 715-463-5794 Worship: Sunday 9:30 am | Sun. School 11:30 am Held at Grantsburg HS Auditorium

CROSSWALK COMMUNITY CHURCH (EFCA)

FAITH LUTHERAN

Pastor Greg Lund | 715-327-8767 505 Old County Road W www.crosswalkcommunity.org Sunday School 9 am | Worship 10:15 am Look for us on Facebook

ST. LUKEâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S UNITED METHODIST Pastor Arveda â&#x20AC;&#x153;Freddieâ&#x20AC;? Kirk Church: 715-327-4436 | Parsonage: 715-327-8383 Sunday Worship: 10:30 am | Fellowship following Wed. Service: 5:15 pm | Church Sch: Wed. 3:45 - 5 pm Wheelchair accessible | Childcare available

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

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

Pastors Douglas Olson, Myron Carlson. Danny Wheeler & Ralph Thompson 7615 County Rd. U | 715-866-8281 www.yellowlakelutheranchurch.org Sunday Worship Services: 9:30 am Communion: 1st & 3rd Sunday

WEST SWEDEN GRACE LUTHERAN Pastor John Peterson 1638 345th Ave. | 715-327-4340 Worship 9:15 am | Sunday School 10:30 am Communion 1st & 2nd Sunday

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Pastor Mike Fisk | 715-472-8660 5 mi. E. of Frederic on W | 2 mi. S. on I Sun. School 9:15 am | Sun. Worship 10:30 am Communion 1st Sunday Contemporary Service 3rd Sunday

WOOD RIVER CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP

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

Pastor Jay Ticknor | 715-463-5746 Worship 11:00 am | Sunday School 9:30 am Nursery is available

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

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

TRINITY LUTHERAN Jay Ticknor, Pastor | 715-689-2271 Worship 9:00 am (Nursery prov.)

EKDALL COMMUNITY CHURCH Dan Shadish, Pastor | 715-463-5408 8 mi. North on Cty. Rd. F, Fire #13295 Sunday Service 9 am | Potluck lunch 10 am Everyone welcome

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

HERTEL

MARKVILLE

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WEBSTER

ZION LUTHERAN CHURCH

BEAUTIFUL SAVIOR EV. LUTHERAN CHURCH (WELS)

GRACE UNITED METHODIST

Carl Heidel, Pastor 715-222-6712 | Council Chair: 715-244-3301 Worship: 11 am | Sunday School: 10 am

SIREN ADVENTURE CHURCH

LAKEVIEW UNITED METHODIST Ferdinand B. Serra, Pastor S. of Hertel | Worship & Sunday School: 9 am

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

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

ST. PETER’S LUTHERAN Roger Kastelle, Pastor Hwy. 35 & Cty. Rd. B | 715-472-8190 Sun. Worship Service: 9 am | Sun. School: 10 am

WEST DENMARK LUTHERAN Linda Rozumalski, Pastor | 715-472-2383 1 mi. west of Luck off Cty Rd N on 170th Worship: 10:00 am | Fellowship following Holy Communion: 1st & 3rd Sunday Bring for food shelf.

Lead Pastors: CJ and Cheryl Johnson Assoc. Pastors: Jeremiah and Bek Stavne Care Pastor: Carolyn Marquardt Teens Pastors: Josh and Abby Larsen Kids Pastor: Crystal McDonald 23811 State Rd. 35/PO Box 21 | 715-349-5750 adventurechurchsiren.com Sunday Worship: 9 & 10:30 am

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

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

TRADE LAKE ZION LUTHERAN

BETHANY LUTHERAN Paul Peterson, Pastor Worship: 10:30 am | Sunday School: 9:30 am Coffee Hour: 9:30 am | Nursery available

John Peterson, Pastor 11841 Cty. Rd. Z | 715-327-8384 Sun. School: 9:45 am | Sun. Worship: 11 am Communion: 1st & 2nd Sunday

SIREN UNITED METHODIST

TRADE LAKE BAPTIST

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

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

JEHOVAH’S WITNESSES Sun. Public Talk: 10 am | Watch Tower: 10:40 am Cong. Bible Study: Tues. 7:00 pm Ministry School: 7:35 pm | Service Mtg.: 8:05 pm

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

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

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

OUR REDEEMER LUTHERAN LCMS Jody Walter, Pastor Office: 715-866-7191 | Home: 715-866-4622 www.ourredeemerwebster.com www.facebook.com/OurRedeemerWebster Church Service: 9:30 am Communion: 1st & 3rd Sunday Sun. School & Choir Practice: 10:45 am

CHURCH OF CHRIST 7425 W. Birch | 715-866-7157 Sunday Bible Class: 9:30 am (all ages) Worship: 10:30 am | Bible Study: 7 pm, Wed. (all ages)

FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF WEBSTER Jeff Jowers, Pastor Cell: 864-607-5605 | pastorjowers@gmail.com 7422 Kola Street | 715-866-4111 Sun. School: 9:30 am | Sun. Worship: 10:45 am Wed. 6:30 pm AWANA (Ages 3-6th Grade) & SIGN (Grades 7-12 Youth Group)

ST. JOHN THE BAPTIST CATHOLIC CHURCH Rev. Randall Knauf Cedar and Muskey Ave. | 715-866-7321 Fri. Mass: 9 am | Sun. Mass: 10 am Reconciliation as per bulletin & by appointment

DWELLING POINT CHURCH OF GOD Bryan Davis, Pastor 7697 Johnson St www.dwellingpointchurch.cc Worship: Sundays at 10 am | Nursery Available

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1. Class 6. Husband or wife 12. All the same 16. Exclamation of surprise 17. Lived in 18. Hawaiian entertainer 19. Of I 20. Belonging to me 21. One thousandth of an inch 22. Midway between south and east 23. Article 24. Pitchers have them 26. Steps 28. Mars crater 30. __ route: on the way 31. Diego, Francisco, Anselmo 32. A baglike structure in a plant or animal 34. These three follow A 35. Frail 37. Platforms 39. Level 40. Computers 41. Where spiders live 43. An enemy to Batman 44. Mineral 45. Body part 47. Give 48. Atomic #21 (abbr.) 50. European tax 52. Bleated 54. Capital of Norway 56. Pa’s partner 57. Stephen King’s clown tale 59. Atomic #50 60. Military policeman 61. One quintillion bytes 62. Where impulses manifest 63. Offers as a candidate 66. Spielberg film 67. Great job! 70. Live in 71. Cares for

CLUES DOWN 1. Form a whole 2. Indicates position 3. Moves in water 4. Diminutive 5. Old English letter 6. “Save the Last Dance” actress 7. Dab 8. Digits 9. Female cattle’s mammary gland 10. Yes 11. Improves 12. We all have one 13. Book of Esther antagonist 14. Invests in little enterprises 15. Organs that produce gametes 25. Mediterranean city 26. Peter’s last name 27. Unhappy 29. Swollen area within tissue 31. “No __!”

33. Soap 36. Chop or cut 38. “Atonement” author McEwan 39. Bullfighter 41. Of the universe 42. Founder of Babism 43. Not good 46. Large, flightless bird 47. Punitive 49. Makes less messy 51. Belts out a tune 53. Aboriginal people of Japan 54. An eye protein 55. Broad sashes 58. Actress Spelling 60. Distribute 64. Unpleased 65. Body art 68. Midway between north and east 69. Overdose

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Amery artz to feature Wild and Wonderful theme in art show “Wild & Wonderful,” an annual theme show that features work in a variety of mediums from artZ Gallery members. ArtZ has also invited Guest Artists from 2018 to express what “Wild and Wonderful” means to them. Participating guest artists and mediums will include Edna Grotjahn Early, Jewelry; Patricia Hamm, Mixed Media Painting; Nancy Viebrock, Mixed Media; Patricia Duncan, Oil/Pastel Painting; Bruce Kaupanger, Pottery; Chris Brylski, Wood Marquetry; Nathan White, Antlercraft; Mary Deziel, Watercolor and LaVohn Josten, Pastel. “STRUCTURES” Clay Sculptor Jon Kamrath creates small architectural sculptures based on structures commonly found in the Midwestern landscape. They often take visual reference from children’s wooden toy blocks and create a trompe l’oeil (or “fool the eye”) effect. These tiny houses are a simplified homage to the passage of time on human-made objects. When combined with reclaimed wood, stone or tile (usually from homes similar to those displayed), these pieces take on new life as miniature monuments to structural design. Sometimes they are combined again with multiple other forms and make yet another conceptual transformation, referencing constantly evolving landscapes, urban development, and architectural relationships. See Jon’s work

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This piece is simply titled “Save the Tigers”.

at kamrathsculpture.com A Painting class will be offered at artZ on Saturday, January 19, 10:00 – 4:00 “YOU

artz Gallery is an artist owned and operated gallery, with changing monthly exhibits featuring member and guest artists. Artists who are interested in exhibiting as a Guest Artist can pick up a Call for Artists application at the Gallery or visit the website: www.artzgallery.org. ArtZ Gallery is located at 208 North Keller Ave. in Amery, Wisconsin 54001. Hours are Monday thru Saturday, 10:00 – 5:00.

CAN BE WILD & FREE” Acrylic Inks with instructor Julie Adams. Register at artZ Gallery.

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“Journey” by Tin Cat Studio, based in Luck, WI.

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Jan Killian’s multi-colored Bear.

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Osceola artist Roxanne Dear’s “Elephant Sunrise”.

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Deborah Stull-Kinsley painted this piece titled “Fanad Light”.

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