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vehicle and the garage on fire, breaking windows in her home, attempted to set the residence on fire as well and successfully managing to set the outside deck on fire on the night of Nov. 12. According to Polk County Sheriff’s Department Investigator Rick Gearhart, the garage door had been forced open and fire accelerant was splashed on the car and the garage itself, and set ablaze. The vehicle and the garage were a complete loss due to fire damage.
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Happy Thanksgiving
How to cook a turkey
BALSAM LAKE—A Grantsburg man has been charged with first degree recklessly endangering safety, two counts of arson to a dwelling, burglary of a dwelling and criminal damage to property after he allegedly broke into a home and the adjacent garage and set both on fire. In a Polk County criminal complaint filed last Wednesday, Eugene Ferguson, 50, has been accused of breaking into the victim’s garage in Lewis, setting her
Eugene Ferguson
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Soon a memory
‘Black Friday’ code for shop local
WEBSTER—Here are some last minute turkey and trimming guidelines, courtesy of the kindergartners in Ms. Hedrick’s class at Webster Elementary. “First, I would catch a turkey in the woods. Then I would put it in the oven on hot for 50 minutes. When it turns red it’s done. Take it out and let it cool for 10 minutes. I eat my turkey with mashed potatoes.” By: Jessi “First, I would go into the woods and catch my turkey. Then go home and cut the feathers off. Put a little bit of salt on the turkey and put it in the oven on hot and bake for 15 hours. Your turkey is done when it gets hot. Take it out of the oven and eat it right away. I like to eat my turkey with corn and mashed potatoes.” By: Avery “First, go to the grocery store and pick out a big turkey- at least 80 pounds. Put mashed potatoes and gravy on the turkey and put it in the oven on really hot — like 100 degrees. Bake in the oven for 100 minutes. Take out and eat it. I like to eat my turkey with hot dogs and ketchup.” By: Ryker “First, you catch it and cut off the wings and skin. Then you cook it in the oven with salt and pepper on it. You should bake it for 16 hours and when it is really hot it’s done. Take it out and put ketchup on it right away. I like to enjoy my turkey with ice cream.” By: Elijah “I buy my turkey from the store. It should be two-feet tall. Give it a bath and put salt on it. Cook the turkey on medium for 2 hours. When the timer goes off, you know your turkey is done. Take it out and add more salt. I like to eat my turkey right away with peppermint.” By: Oliver “I didn’t catch a turkey in the woods so I get it from my grandma’s house. Put the turkey in the oven and cook it for 65 minutes. You will know your turkey is done when you eat it right away. I like to eat my turkey
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GRANTSBURG—The former D and J Manufacturing building north of the Post Office in Grantsburg will soon be a memory, following action at a special meeting of the Grantsburg Village Board last week. The board contracted with Darrel Nyren of Trade River Outfitters for $28,500 to remove the red steel and block building on the east side of the lot plus removal of the buildings on the west side of the lot. Nyren estimates he will need 32 thirty yard dumpsters and remove 12 loads of concrete blocks to get the site cleaned up. “The bid may be less, depending on the number of dumpsters actually used,” he wrote in his bid. It should be noted the razing bid does not include the floor, basically a concrete pad, will be left when the job is finished. Nyren’s plan is to complete the job before the end of the year. Nyren was careful to point out in his bid that the quote does not include removal of any hazardous material. But Jennifer Zeiler, village clerk, said that wasn’t an issue. In July, the board had awarded a $2,100
BURNETT COUNTY—Why shop Thursday night or set the alarm for 3 a.m. Friday when you can let your big meal settle, or better yet, sleep in and still take advantage of Black Friday sales? “Our local residents really need to understand that if they want businesses to be here, they need to shop small, to shop local,” said Peggy Strabel, owner of Peggy’s Fashion Rack in Siren. From a purely business point-of-view, Strabel said the shopping day got its name because that’s when stores are actually making money and are ‘in the black.’ “The biggest share of business is from now until the end of the year,” she noted. In the last decade, the day after Thanksgiving has become known as the biggest shopping day of the year, but according to Strabel, savvy retailers are blowing the idea out of proportion. “Some businesses offer ‘Black Friday’ deals all month. In fact, Strabel does that herself. “Two weeks ago we advertised a Black Friday the 13th — it was just another opportunity to get people in the door,” she explained. “Black Friday the 13th was followed by Super Saturday last weekend.” “We are offering Jolly Holly Days on Friday and Small Business Saturday,” she continued. “I tell people ‘shop small, save big.’” Peggy’s opens at 7 a.m. on Friday. Courteous service and free gift-wrapping are hallmarks of the 30-year legacy Strabel has created at Peggy’s Fashion Rack. She’s not alone when it comes to great service.
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Funded ATV trails could be in jeopardy BY TODD BECKMANN SENTINEL
SIREN—The future of funded ATV trails in Burnett County could be in jeopardy following the most recent Outdoor Recreational Vehicle (ORV) council meeting last month in Rhinelander. “The ORV council has really been questioning applications,” Jake Nichols, forest and parks administrator, told the county’s natural resources committee on Thursday. “They even OK’d an application but then reneged on it — they ended up asking questions I thought they should have asked before okaying the application.” He said it doesn’t bode well for the future of funding. “It could potentially be an issue for us if the ORV people only want to fund ‘rugged’ trails,” Nichols pointed out. “Our trails serve a lot of people with a lot of different uses — ATVers, snowmobiles, loggers, and people using trails or parts of trails for private access.” Nichols said it is up to individual landowners and park managers what type of trail they wish to provide and how it will be maintained and that the council should not weigh in on the type of surface each trail should have. “Plus, Burnett County doesn’t have the natural landscape to host ‘rugged’ trails — we don’t have a lot of hills,” Nichols pointed out. That got the members thinking outside the box. “What about converting a county-owned gravel pit which could be used for more ‘technical’ riding?”
member Gene Olson inquired. But Nichols said he didn’t know of any pits the highway department would want to give up. “Is it enough of an issue the council would help fund an ATV park in the county?” member Larry Main queried. But Nichols simply shook his head ‘No’ to that thought. “Their primary goal for funding is repair, rehab and maintenance,” he explained. “The money never makes it far enough to funding parks.” The county will continue to apply to the council for its funds but Nichols said the future of funding is something to keep an eye on. “I expect that the council will be more critical of applications in the future, which could lead to some tough decisions for counties to make regarding their ATV trails,” Nichols reported.
Crop update It wouldn’t be a natural resources meeting without a crop update and Duane Johnson, a local farmer as well as the committee’s Farm Service Agency representative, told members what he had been hearing. “We’ve had an above average bean crop and an exceptional corn crop,” he related. “The corn yield is 30 to 40 bushels an acre higher than normal.” He said the yield is so good that farmers are running into a good problem to have. “People are running out of storage,” Johnson remarked with a laugh.
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On display The Fall Wildlife photography exhibit, Northwoods Revealed, at Northwest Passage’s In a New Light gallery opened on Thursday. A small, appreciative crowd came to congratulate the eight photographers ranging in age from 12-16 whose work was debuted and feted. Viewers expressed how impressed they were with the talent and introspection demonstrated by the young artists. Doug Crane entertained with livelymusic. Adventures catered, serving wild-themed salmon, wild rice and bison hors d’oeuvres. The exhibit is one of ten in the gallery which is open to the public Monday-Friday, 10-4. The In a New Light gallery is located on St. Rd. 35 one mile south of Webster. Photographs are available for sale with custom framing options and putting photos in magnet frames, coffee table books, 2016 calendars, and greeting cards. For additional information, call 715-309-4254.
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‘The Tree Lot’ opens December 4 SHELL LAKE—Theatre in the Woods is not going into competition with the Boy Scouts or other organizations to sell Christmas trees. Rather, their “Tree Lot” is a thoughtful, sometimes poignant, sometimes humorous look at human relations as they play out during the day of Christmas Eve.
Written by northwoods residents Jan Lee and Tom Mitchell, the play takes place at Joe’s Tree Lot, where various customers find more than the wreath or tree they thought they were looking for. The weather is unseasonably warm and there’s no snow for a white Christmas, but individuals welcome the warmth of the company of others and the joy of keeping traditions alive as
they meet family and new friends at the tree lot. Shows are set for December 4, 5, 11, 12 and 13. The Sunday performance will begin at 2 p.m. All others at 7:30 p.m. Tickets may be reserved on line at titw. org or by calling 715-468-4387.
MEETINGS THURSDAY, DEC. 3 Webb Lake Men’s Club Mtg.
11:30 a.m. at Lumberjack Saloon/Eatery, Webb Lake.
Habitat for Humanity Mtg. 6:30 p.m. at 120 S. Main, Luck.
EVENTS
MONDAY, DECEMBER 7 Webb Lake Town Mtg.
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 25 Spooner DMV Service Center open 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. at W7074 Green Valley Road.
Thanksgiving Eve Worship Service 7 p.m. at First Baptist Church, Falun.
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 26 Free Thanksgiving Dinner
Luck DMV Office open Holiday Bake Sale
9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Luck DBS Hall.
11 a.m. until sold out, at Fort Folles Avoine, Danbury.
Alzheimer’s and other Dementia Support Group
Open Houses
4 p.m. at Birchwood Manor, Siren. 3495250.
Acorn Pantry, Chattering Squirrel, Making Memories & More, Syren General Store, all from noon to 3 p.m.
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 17
Santa Skate at the Rink
Second Harvest Food Distribution
6:30-8:30 p.m. at Lodge Center Arena, Siren.
11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Connections, Webster (next to Holiday Gas Station).
Community Choir Concert
Lake Country Pedaler’s Bicycle Club
NOVEMBER 27-29
7 p.m. at Bethany Lutheran Church, Siren.
5:30 p.m. at Cog & Sprocket Bike Shop, Webster.
Holiday Art Sale
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 6
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 20
Noon to 2 p.m. at Siren Senior Center.
Cafe Wren, Luck. 715-472-4700.
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 28 Christmas in Siren Kick-off 349-8399 or www.visitsiren.com.
Small Business Saturday Siren. Shop, save, chance to win a gift certificate.
Christmas Tree Lighting 5 p.m. Burnett Cty. Veterans Park, Siren. Caroling, hot cider, cookies.
Lions’ Display Lighting dusk at Crooked Lake Park, Siren. Hot chocolate, cookies.
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 3 Beer Pairing Dinner with Capital Brewing Adventures Restaurant, 5:30 p.m.
Open House Smoland Inn, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Community Choir Concert 3 p.m. at Bethany Lutheran Church, Siren.
WEDNESDAY, DEC. 9 Bingo
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 11
7 a.m. to 5 p.m. at 24248 Highway 35/70, Siren.
Northwest Regional Writers 1 p.m. at the Wake Up Call, Grantsburg. 653-4376.
Brain Injury Support Group 2 p.m. at Frederic Public Library. 3274474.
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 12 Christmas Cookie Walk
Fish and PICTO
DECEMBER 4-6 Holiday Art Sale Cafe Wren, Luck. 715-472-4700.
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 5 Christmas Coffee, Craft & Bake Sale 9 a.m.-1 p.m. at Atlas UM Church, 2110295th Ave./Polk Cty. Rd. B.
Ruby’s Pantry Food Distribution 10 a.m. at Swiss Town Shop. $20 donation.
Lioness Santa Day 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Siren School. Lunch provided for children under 12.
ON-GOING EVENTS EVERY SUNDAY Narcotics Anonymous 7 p.m., New Beginnings Bldg., Siren.
AA Mtg. 1 p.m. Lakeview Methodist Church, 2390 Cty. Rd. X, Hertel. Call 468-7228.
EVERY MONDAY Adult Day Care 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Crexway Court, Grantsburg.
TOPS Club meeting 9:30 a.m. at First Baptist Church, Webster, 866-4022.
Burnett Cty. Family Resource Ctr. Playgroup
8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Grace UM Church, Webster. Assorted cookies, candies, bread.
Ruby’s Pantry Food Distribution
Siren DOT Service Center open Adult Book Club 10 a.m. at Community Room, Larsen Family Public Library, Webster.
MONDAY, DECEMBER 28 Spooner DMV Service Center open 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. at W7074 Green Valley Road.
SATURDAY, JANUARY 9 Jack Frost Fest
9 a.m. at Spooner School Vocational Area. $20 donation.
Antique Snowmobile Show and more, Spooner. 715-635-2167.
Cookie Walk
SATURDAY, JANUARY 16
9-11 a.m. (or sold out) at Trinity Lutheran Church, Falun.
Used Book Sale
Yellow Lakes and River Association Ice Fishing Contest
10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday. Larsen Family Public Library, Webster.
9 a.m. - 3 p.m. at Ike Walton Landing, Yellow Lake (Webster).
Annual Christmas Dinner
SATURDAY, JANUARY 23
noon to 2 p.m. at Siren School.
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 15 Ruby’s Pantry food distribution noon at 210 E. Park Ave., Luck. $20 donation.
Burnett Cty. Democratic Party 6:30 p.m. at Whitetail Wilderness, just north of Webster on Hwy. 35. 715-869-6081.
Frederic Fun Day 1-800-222-7655.
Danbury Lions Club Ice Fishing Contest Burlingame Lake 715-244-3403.
2016 Destination Wedding Fair Northwoods Crossing Event Center, Siren. 715-349-8399.
WEDNESDAY, DEC. 16
TUESDAY, DEC. 8 Webb Lake Community Club 1 p.m.
Odds ‘N’ Ends Club 1 p.m. 463-3174.
Grantsburg Amer. Legion Aux.
5 p.m. at Crexway Court Community Room. 4632475. (Jan.-Mar.)
Swiss Town Mtg. 7 p.m.
Anderson Town Mtg. 7 p.m.
Daniels Town Mtg. 7:30 p.m.
Dewey Town Meeting 8 p.m.
WEDNESDAY, DEC. 9 Wisconsin NW Heritage Passage
3 p.m. at Polk Cty. Tourism Ctr., St. Croix Falls.
Webster Village Bd. Mtg. 6 p.m.
Wood River Town Mtg. 6:30 p.m.
N’western Wis. K-9 Mtg. 7 p.m. 349-8377.
Burnett Cty. VFW Post 1256 and Auxiliary 7:30 p.m.
THURSDAY, DEC. 10 Siren Village Bd. Mtg.
2 p.m. at the Village office.
Trade Lake Town Mtg. 6 p.m.
West Marshland Town Mtg. 6 p.m.
MONDAY, DEC. 14 Grantsburg Sch. Bd. Mtg. 5 p.m. District Office.
Grantsburg Vil. Bd. Mtg. 5 p.m. Village Office.
Grantsburg Town Mtg. 5:30 p.m.
Disabled American Veterans Chapter 66
6:30 p.m. Government Center, Siren. Present for drawing.
American Legion Post 185 Mtg. 7 p.m. Legion Hall.
Scott Town Mtg. 7 p.m. Central United Methodist Church, Grantsburg.
Lions Bingo 7:30 p.m. Webster Community Center.
AA Meeting 7 p.m. New Beginnings Alanon Club, Siren, 349-2588.
“Lost Voice Club” meeting 7 p.m. Moose Lodge Meeting Room, Siren.
EVERY TUESDAY Adult Day Care 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Birchwood Manor, Siren.
Grantsburg Rotary meeting noon at 429 East State Road 70.
EVERY THURSDAY Adult Day Care 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Birchwood Manor, Siren.
Grantsburg Area Food Shelf
Alanon Meeting
9:30-11:30 a.m., 320 Brad St., Grantsburg.
7 p.m. Lakeside Community Lutheran Church, 28626 Cty. Rd. H, in A and H.
Siren/Webster Rotary meeting
Alanon Mtg
10-11:30 a.m. at 24062 St. Rd. 35/70, Siren.
7 p.m., New Beginnings Alanon Club, Siren, 349-2588.
Ruby’s Siren Food Shelf
Bingo
10 a.m. to 2 p.m. 24534 St. Rd. 35/70, Siren.
Merry X-Moose Party 1-3 p.m. at the Burnett Cty. Moose Lodge, Siren.
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 22
Open Houses
Fish fry (5 p.m.) and a game of PICTO (7 p.m.) the first Friday of the month at Whitetail Wilderness, Webster. Proceeds go to Larsen Family Public Library.
MONDAY, DECEMBER 21
1-3 p.m. at Grantsburg Sr. Center. Bring a wrapped $1-$2 gift if desired.
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 4 Siren Telephone, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Restorative Justice, BCAAPC, Prevention & DAC, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Life Drawing Coop 1 p.m. at Cafe Wren, Luck. 488-2957.
6 p.m.
noon at The Pour House, Siren.
Narcotics Anonymous
7 p.m. at Scott Town Hall.
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7 p.m. New Beginnings Bldg., Siren.
New Life Recovery Program
7 p.m., Moose Hall, 7330 St. Rd. 70, Siren.
7 p.m. Wood River Christian Fellowship, Grantsburg. 463-3941.
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Youth in Recovery 4 p.m. New Beginnings Bldg., Siren.
Gambler’s Anonymous 5 p.m., New Beginnings Alanon Club, Siren, 349-2588.
AA meeting 7 p.m. Webster Senior Citizens Center.
AA Meeting
Pre-School Story Hour
Ruby’s Siren Food Shelf
10:30 a.m. at Grantsburg Public Library. 715-463-2244.
10 a.m. to 2 p.m. 24534 St. Rd. 35/70, Siren.
Ruby’s Siren Food Shelf
7 p.m. Bethany Lutheran Church, Siren.
10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 24534 St. Rd. 35/70, Siren.
AA Meeting
THOUGHT FOR THE WEEK: If you don’t pay your exorcist, you get repossessed.
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Suddenly winter Yes, we knew it all had to end but my goodness, to go from 60 degrees one day to below freezing the next with a ferocious west wind was almost too much to bear. Plus, the dusting of snow was somewhat unexpected. It even led to some discussion of renaming the month “Snovember.” Although I’m sure the deer hunters amongst us are in 7th heaven — they tell me a little snow is wonderful for tracking deer. Don’t know what that means or if enough snow made it through the canopy to cover the ground in the forests. But then my dentist tells me the eight guys in his deer camp hunt near a cornfield, so while there are no trees to retard the snowfall, he says any snow helps make it easier to see the deer — otherwise its brown-on-brown. I’m sure hunters are glad for the return of winter in time for Holy Week. As faithful readers will recall, I’m not the biggest fan of winter and while I don’t hunt, I do travel so I am thankful each year when we make it to the holiday without significant snow on the roads. But let’s return to my topic sentence — that all of a sudden we are faced with winter. I don’t think there can be any argument we had a wonderful Seems fall but as nice as it was, we are to Me now ill-prepared for winter. November is usually my least Todd Beckmann favorite month of the year — the leaves are gone, days start getting shorter and there’s a slow march into the maw of yet another winter. But we didn’t have that this fall. My thermometer read 24 degrees the other morning and while that’s not cold, compared to what we might see in mid-January, it’s plenty cold for a body not used to cooler temperatures. Amazing what goosebumps can do to the mind. Besides shivering, I spent a lot of time on my walk the other morning thinking I needed a new wardrobe. I’ve always been a short-sleeve polo kind of a guy but since I’ve been cold since last Thursday, it might be time to have a winter selection of work clothes which includes long sleeves — that or constantly wear my coat indoors. But that doesn’t work because then you really freeze when you go outside. Maybe I’ll just suffer until I get acclimated to the colder weather — that’ll only take two or three months, right?
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Hacking back at terror The terror attacks on Paris Nov. 13 claimed 129 lives in three synchronized attacks. According to Associated Press reports, the attacks were carried out in a stadium, a concert hall and at cafes. In addition to the deaths, 350 people were wounded, 99 of them with serious injuries. In America, From the the footage of the Publisher’s attacks brought back a flood of Desk memories from Sept. 11, 2001. Tom Stangl The Islamic State is a radical Islamist group which has seized territory across northern and western Iraq and eastern Syria. They have claimed responsibility for the Paris attacks and have threatened to attack America. A coalition of nations, including the USA and France, have been conducting an air war against the terrorists which has been complicated by the ongoing civil war in Syria. The goal of the Islamic State is to establish Sharia law and defend their lands and religion against infidels. Their rhetoric, fanned and fueled by social media, has attracted converts from many industrialized nations, including the USA. Battling the spread of the Islamic
State has been difficult for Iraq, Syria, Turkey and Kurdish nationals. Many nations have been wary of getting involved in the conflict, fearing a long, drawn out and bloody war. Further complicating the situation is the flood of refugees fleeing the conflict. Before the Paris terror attacks, many nations, including the United States, had begun accepting Syrian refugees, but in the wake of the attacks, some want to detain or deny entrance to refugees. Jordan’s King Abdullah II warned this last week of a “World War” against humanity as the Islamic State continues its attacks. So what are we to do? Cue the hackers. Anonymous, the network of hackers that have coordinated cyber attacks on groups and businesses as diverse as Sony, Westboro Baptist Church and the Church of Scientology, as well as the federal government have decided to attack the Islamic State. The loosely affiliated international network claims to have eliminated thousands of Islamic State Twitter accounts — roughly 6,000 — since terrorist attacks killed 129 and wounded hundreds more in Paris on November 13. The group is also providing a step by step “how to” guide for potential hackers to find and disable Twitter accounts associated with the Islamic State.
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Members of Anonymous explained on their official Twitter account that they are targeting the terrorist organization on social media because it is their primary method of recruitment. IS uses these platforms to amplify their propaganda. Anonymous also works to destroy specialized IS sites where the terrorists archive information and carry on private discussions. They do this through traditional “hacking stuff.” Anonymous also monitors and infiltrates IS operations virtually, sometimes releasing information about terrorist collaborators they have identified overseas. An Anonymous spokesman, wearing a Guy Fawkes mask, told the Islamic State that they “will hunt you down.” “We are Anonymous. We are legion. We don’t forgive and we don’t forget. Expect us,” the masked person said. No one knows if the attacks will have the same affect as the bombs, but in this war, the old adage “the enemy of my enemy is my friend” definitely holds true. 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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Legislature continues focus on reform, Workforce Development The State Senate recently wrapped up its fall session, moving forward a number of reforms and measures that address important issues and streamline government regulations. One of the highlights of the fall session was a series of round tables held around the state by the Senate Committee on Economic Development and Commerce to receive input directly from small businesses, employers, and those involved in economic development. I was pleased to be part of this effort and to secure a round table in Menomonie to provide an opportunity for western Wisconsin to provide input on economic development initiatives. As a result of those round table discussions, several ideas and suggestions are being developed into legislation that will be considered as the legislative session continues. Another top priority that moved forward this fall was a second package of bills to address our state’s heroin epidemic. Following up on the progress made in the last legislative session, I have authored legislation with Representative John Nygren to improve oversight of highly addictive prescription drugs, which are frequently a gateway for young people into illegal drugs. Working with stakeholders to develop solutions that will save lives and prevent addiction, the HOPE 2.0 bills have all been unanimously approved by legislative committees this fall. Along with the heroin epidemic, the State Leg-
islature has sought proposals in recent sessions to respond to the need for improved mental health services. This effort continued this fall with the passage of Senate Bill 293 (SB 293) that creates pilot projects on behavioral health care and psychiatric care. SB 293 was passed last month by the State Senate on a unanimous 30-0 vote. Sheila The State LegHarsdorf islature has also been seeking ideas District 10 and solutions to reSenator duce bureaucratic red tape and make it easier for Wisconsin residents to work with our state government. One of the ongoing points of focus is reducing barriers for those seeking to enter the workforce or start a business in Wisconsin. I was the author of one of these initiatives in the State Senate that seeks to adopt the Interstate Medical Licensure Compact in Wisconsin. Given the input I received from physicians and hospital administrators in our area, I brought forward this legislation to make it easier for physicians to obtain licensure to practice across state lines. This legislation seeks to increase the pool of physicians that hospitals and clinics can draw from, particularly in our border communities, while improving access to health care and special-
ists in rural areas. The State Legislature also advanced several bills that I have authored based upon suggestions and ideas I have received from residents in our area. Senate Bill 153 was brought to my attention by a veterans’ organization in New Richmond and allows law enforcement to donate abandoned vehicles to charity. Senate Bill 160 updates state law relating to the use of oxygen tubing and was suggested by a nursing home resident in River Falls. Based upon concerns raised by ambulance providers in Pierce County, Senate Bill 210 eliminates hurdles for first responders from a neighboring state in responding to calls for mutual aid during emergencies in Wisconsin. All three of these bills received final approval and were signed into law this fall. One of the bills that received much attention this fall related to reorganizing the Government Accountability Board (GAB). The legislation relating to the GAB will bring greater transparency and accountability to the administration of our elections and ethics laws and will help ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to prevent abuses. I worked with the bill’s authors to ensure that the ethics board will function and be a working board by including retired judges, similar to the role that retired election clerks will serve on the elections board. This legislation, as amended, is intended to preserve confidence in our elections and ethics laws.
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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Grantsburg Public Library Santa Day On Saturday, December 5, Santa is making a stop at the library! Children can visit with Santa and friends and have their pictures taken from 9-11:30 a.m. There will be Christmas books and movies for holiday lovers to checkout, a book fair, a Santa letter writing station, cookies to decorate, prize drawings and so much more! Tree Lighting Ceremony Grantsburg High School Library Club students invite you to the lighting of the Love Light Tree on Monday, December 7. The ceremony will start at 5:30 p.m. at Grantsburg Public Library. Coffee and refreshments will follow the ceremony. If you’d like to donate a light for the tree in honor of a loved one, contact Lisa Danielson at 715-4632455. Countdown to Noon Year’s Eve Celebrate the countdown to the New Year, at noon! It’s December 31, the last day of 2015, and the Friends of the Library are hosting a special celebration for anyone who can’t
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Siren Senior Center will be hosting the Community Thanksgiving dinner. They need help, so please donate food and time. If you can help, contact Pastor Tom Cook at the Siren Methodist Church. We will play 500 on Thanksgiving Wednesday. It has not been decided if we will play on Friday after Thanksgiving. We wish everyone a Happy Thanksgiving. We had our monthly meeting. The board is going to review our rental agreements and make some changes. Our 500 winners were Marlyce Borchert, Pat Bresina, Sue Newberger, Gerry Vogel, Phyllis Peterson. Doris Knopik got the 9 bid. No spade winners as paper needed news early due to holiday. Have a great Thanksgiving.
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Manley Davidson last week was in Wausau where he attended the sale of Cemetery Island in Little Trade Lake. He purchased the island but would not tell the price.—Journal, September 16, 1910 John Carlson (Trader Carlson) of Trade Lake is doing a big business buying furs from the Indians. It is said he intends to enlarge his store sometime this spring.—Sentinel, September 27, 1880 Mrs. John Carlson, at home in Trade Lake, was burned from a spark from the stove. She ran outside, her dress flared up and her clothes were burned off her body. She was badly burned.—Sentinel, June 17, 1892. Trader Carlson of Trade Lake shipped 590 pounds of furs from Grantsburg, the consignment containing muskrats, mink, badger, raccoon, and bear. — Journal, January 9, 1903.
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NEWSLINE Gifts from the Heart toy drive begins November 30 TURTLE LAKE—It’s time to make the Christmas season a little merrier for needy children in northwest Wisconsin. The St. Croix Chippewa of Wisconsin’s 23rd annual “Gifts from the Heart” toy drive begins November 30. Hosted by the three St. Croix Casinos, the drive runs from 8 a.m. Monday, November 30 through 4 p.m. Sunday, December 6. Donate a new unwrapped toy or gift at any of the three St. Croix Casinos – St. Croix Casino Turtle Lake, St. Croix Casino Danbury or St. Croix Casino Hertel Express – to receive $5 in Turtle Bucks slot play and an entry for the gift card drawings. Donate two or more toys to receive $10 in Turtle Bucks and two drawing entries.
drive again this holiday season, with all donations going to local children. Co-op members and the public are invited to bring new, unwrapped gift donations to Polk-Burnett offices in Siren and Centuria during regular office hours. Gifts will be collected through December 7. Joan O’Fallon, Polk-Burnett communications director, said “Polk-Burnett is pleased to host its 10th-annual holiday gift drive; the event fits our cooperative mission to improve the quality of life in our community. We invite you to join us. Together we can make the season bright for local children.” To benefit Burnett County children, Operation Christmas Polk-Burnett in Siren, 7298 State Road 70, is collecting gifts for Interfaith Caregivers Christmas for Kids
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Siren helps Wisconsin bundle up this winter season SIREN—The Siren Chamber of Commerce is inviting residents to drop off new or gently used coats, sweaters, hats, mittens and other warm clothing items as part of the Wisconsin Department of Tourism’s “The Big Bundle Up” campaign. The Big Bundle Up is a statewide collection program running Nov. 19 - Jan. 3, 2016. Siren’s collection location is the Siren Tourism Information Center, within The Lodge at Crooked Lake.
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ed to Crystal Clean to find and remove all contaminants, including liquids. The village also received a bid from Lake Construction, but because it was substantially higher, the board didn’t give the bid seri-
ous consideration. Because the razing was not a budgeted expense, funds for the project will come from remaining cash reserves from the 2015 budget year.
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“You can’t get the hometown service at the big box stores like you can here,” Randy Carey, owner of the Radio Shack store in Siren pointed out. “In fact, we’re going to match any big box store when it comes to prices on TVs.” Strabel agrees with Carey. “Customers can drive anywhere but they’re not going to get the service at the big box stores that they are going to get here,” she indicated. “I’ve had customers tell me that and that they appreciate it.” To ramp up for Friday, Carey said he has tons of TVs on sale — the employees actually had to rearrange the store setup to accommodate more TVs. “We now have 18 or 19 TVs on
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The Grantsburg Food Shelf is richer following a donation from Grantsburg Family Food’s annual Stuff-A-Truck promotion. Between Nov. 1 and Nov. 15, customers purchased 86 $5 bags of food for the shelf as well as donating $173 through the Stuff-A-Truck certificates. Store manager Justin Daigle says it is nice to be able to give to people in need, especially this time of the year, and he will continue to run the promotion through Christmas. Pictured with some of the donations are store employees Christal Banks, Aimee Clover, Justin Daigle and Brenda Holmquist.
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Although a five-gallon kerosene container was recovered at the site, Gearhart said the accelerant smelled like diesel fuel. In their examination of the home, sheriff’s deputies determined the suspect splashed accelerant on a cellar door as well as the back deck of the home. Gearhart said there is evidence that fires were lit but quickly died. Fire fighters and law enforcement responding to the 911 call of a fire reported a suspect had returned and poured a substantial amount of what smelled like diesel fuel on the south deck and lit it on fire. A passing motorist who observed the fire, told authorities she witnessed a middle-aged man, wearing a Carhartt-type jacket, throw something on the fire which increased the size of the fire. A neighbor of the victim reported seeing a dark, four-door vehicle parked near the home the night of the fire. Her description of the vehicle is consistent with Ferguson’s 1999 purple, four-door Pontiac Bonneville. Gearhart said five-gallon kerosene containers for sale at Burnett Dairy had a label identical to the one located at the arson scene. A search warrant of Ferguson’s home and
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vehicle was executed on Nov. 17, and a black Carhartt jacket was located. In searching the exterior of the Burnett Dairy’s wastewater treatment plant where Ferguson works, authorities found the piece missing from the label of the kerosene can recovered at the arson scene. In an interview between Gearhart and Ferguson later that day, the defendant denied any involvement in the crimes. He was arrested and transported to Polk County Jail for booking. Ferguson and the victim have worked together at Burnett Dairy for about two years. According to investigative findings, Ferguson had ranted in a text message to the victim he had lost friends because of their relationship. The victim denies the two ever shared a physical relationship — that they were just friends. A preliminary hearing in Ferguson’s case was set for Friday in Polk County Circuit Court. At a bond hearing last week, Judge Molly Galewyrick set a signature bond for Ferguson at $25,000, requiring a post $2,500 to be released from jail. As of Monday morning, he was still incarcerated.
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SIREN—It only took about an hour Thursday morning for the Burnett County Board of Supervisors to come to the decision on how much the county will be charging its residents for building the new combination highway/ forestry shop. The cost of the shop has been estimated at $5 million. Nate Ehalt, county administrator, took that figure to the Board of Commissioners of Public Lands to see what it would cost to borrow that much money for 10 years, but also the cost for a note lasting 15 years and another lasting for 20 years. “We’re going to borrow the money and not bother going through the bonding process,” he explained. “Bonding would add about $20,000 to the bottom line.” The interest rate for 10 years came in at 3.25 percent while 15 and 20 year notes were 3.75 percent. For taxpayers owning $100,000 worth of property, a 10-year note would cost $24 a year, 15-years would be $18 and 20-years would be $15. “I just was at a town meeting last week and our resi-
dents didn’t seem to be bothered by $30 a year as much as us not fixing roads,” member Phil Lindeman said. But not everyone was seeing the glass half-full. “How many straws are we going to throw on the camel’s back?” member Gene Olson asked rhetorically. “In the scheme of things, $36 a year isn’t much, but still.” To ease the sticker shock, Ehalt explained that because the project is classified under debt service, the payment would be the same year 10 as it is year one. “It wouldn’t fluctuate like levy taxes can,” he reported. The yearly hike in taxes wasn’t so much an issue as the length of the note. “If you don’t pay it off in 10 years, that’s just extra money going to waste,” member Dale Dresel argued. “The quicker you pay, the cheaper the cost.” Indeed, the total cost for borrowing $5 million on a 10-year note is $5.9 million while the same $5 million on a 20-year note is $7.1 million. Supervisor Jeremy Gronski called for a straw vote (non-binding), just to see what board members were comfortable with — and most hands went up for the 10-year
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SIREN–Burnett County wants to partner with local organizations to grow tourism. With the adoption of the 2016 budget, a new local tourism grant fund has been created. More than $15,000 will be awarded to local nonprofits to promote local events and create destination marketing materials. Two informational sessions have already been held and two more are scheduled, at 5 p.m. December 2 in Room 162-3 at Burnett County Government Center. On December 4, the final informational session will begin at 9 a.m. at the Webster Library meeting room. At both sessions, the grant process will be explained. Potential grant applicants can ask questions too. The first deadline for grant applications is February 1, and the second is June 1. For more information contact Mike Kornmann at 349-2979. The local tourism industry accounts for about one-third of all jobs in the county.
Crash on Highway 70 sends three to hospital PINE CITY—A rollover accident on Highway 70 sent three area teenagers to the hospital on Nov. 17. According to the Minnesota State Patrol, at approximately
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GRANTSBURG—Santa is scheduled to make a stop at the Grantsburg Library on Saturday, December 5. Santa and some of his elves will greet children and their families from 9-11:30 a.m. in the library’s new addition. Children can sit on Santa’s lap and tell him their Christmas wish list, then have their photos taken with Jolly Old St. Nick. All proceeds from the photo fees will be donated to the Grantsburg Library. Santa’s Elves will make sure each child gets a treat bag filled with goodies from local businesses and organizations. The library staff will have a special Santa letter-writing corner and Christmas and holiday books and videos will be
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Suspicious death MINONG—At 11:23 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 21, Washburn County Sheriff’s Dispatch received a 911 call that Charles Lester Kroeze, 45, had been shot in the chest in his garage, in Minong Township, Washburn County. It was first believed to be a hunting accident; however, preliminary investigation revealed the gunshot wound to the victim’s chest was from a .357 caliber revolver. Kroeze’s mother and father rendered aid until the ambulance arrived. Kroeze died enroute to Spooner Hospital. The investigation will continue as the department awaits autopsy results.
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units will be transferred to Chippewa Falls and Hayward. “Our community relationship is very important to us and we intend to maintain our presence in all the armories we’re present in,� Rickert said. “While this will impact a number of positions across the Army National Guard, this will not affect anyone’s career.� Rickert said he couldn’t comment on why the three units were picked for closure other than to say the 724th and 949th were selected in a mandate by the National Guard Bureau.
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CHIPPEWA FALLS (AP) — The Wisconsin Army National Guard is closing three engineer units in northern Wisconsin. The closures are part of the new defense budget passed by Congress which includes cuts throughout the Department of Defense. By the end of the 2016 fiscal year in October, troops in the Army National Guard will fall from 350,000 to 342,000. The units that are to be dissolved in 2017 include the 724th Engineer Battalion headquarters and the 949th Engineer Detachment in Chippewa Falls, as well as the 724th
Engineer Battalion Forward Support Co. in Hayward. Wisconsin National Guard Maj. Paul Rickert told the Journal Sentinel the communities will not lose their armories. In addition to the unit closures, 36 full-time positions and 274 part-time jobs will be cut by 2017. No layoffs are planned. Jobs will be vacated through retirement and temporary federal technician positions not getting renewed past current terms. Soldiers serving in the units set to be dissolved can move to or train for new jobs in other Wisconsin units. It’s not yet known whether other
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U.S. Bank-Siren Branch Manager Ranae Beers (right)presented a check for $500 to Brandy Horstman from Restorative Justice of Northwest Wisconsin. The money comes from the U.S. Bank Foundation, which issues grants to nonproďŹ t agencies. The funds will be used to support programming.
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Giving back The Webb Lake Community Club continues to donate funds to organizations it deems worthwhile. At left, Vickie Bauer of the Community Referral Agency (left) accepts a check from club member Terri Elfstrom. At right, Heidi Jones of the Burnett County Family Resource Center (right) accepts a check from member Pat Burns.
UW Cooperative Extension works with many local partners. Its longest running partnership is with Wisconsin’s 72 counties. In each county, supervisors support UW Cooperative Extension through the Wisconsin Association of County Extension Committees. Supervisors from the Burnett County Natural Resources Committee work with supervisors from other counties to advise UWEX programming. At this fall’s WACEC conference, UW Extension Chancellor Cathy Sandeen recognized Burnett County Board Supervisor Brent Blomberg for his many years of service to WACEC. In the photo (from left), Counties Association Executive Director Mark O’Connell is pictured with Brent Blomberg along with Chancellor Sandeen and UWEX Northwest Region Director Julie Keown-Bomar.
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Banners grace church Gospel banners have been created and donated to New Hope Lutheran Church of Grantsburg. They celebrate the life of Christ as revealed in the Bible and reflected in the seasons of the church year. While each banner was designed to stand alone, they work together as a unit. in November 2015, they are hanging together for the first time. Titled “The Gift of Love,” the seven banners, together with eight painted ribbons celebrating special Sundays within the church year calendar. They were created by Priscilla Hill with assistance from Barb Fellrath, Lois Lindus, and Jean Benedict. All are members of New Hope. Over a year and a half in the making, they will be on display through Thursday, December 3. The public is welcome to view them. Sunday’s service is at 9:30 a.m. During the week, the church is open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday. Please call first 715-463-5700 to confirm the church is open.
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Grantsburg American Legion • Local & Out of Town Crafters & Vendors! • Noon Lunch Sponsored by American Legion Auxiliary Unit 185 For information call Judy at 715-463-2475
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THANKSGIVING DINNER BUFFET at McKenzie Landing a tradition! Honey-Baked Ham, Roast Turkey, Fresh Mashed Sweet Potatoes, Dressing, Vegetables, Mashed Potatoes & Gravy, Salad Bar, Pumpkin Pie for Dessert
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Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Mahlen, Sr., of Danbury, Wisconsin are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter Catherine Ann Mahlen, to Alexander Lee Weniger, son of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Weniger of Henning, Minnesota. Catherine, a 2015 graduate of the University of North Dakota School of Law, is currently employed by the State of Minnesota Eighth Judicial District in Olivia, Minnesota. Alexander, a 2015 graduate of the University of North Dakota College of Engineering and Mines, is currently employed with CNA Consulting Engineers in Minneapolis, Minnesota. A May 2016 wedding is planned.
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Recognizing and Avoiding Elder Financial Abuse by Strangers BY GWAAR LEGAL SERVICES TEAM
Every year many elders fall victim to financial scams by strangers resulting in the loss of billions of dollars — life savings, personal investments, property, and more. These scams come in many forms from the phone call stating that a loved one is in distress to the multi-million dollar grand prize that only requires an advanced fee payment. Regardless of the mechanism used to target elders, the scammers’ end goal is the same — gain trust and extract as much money as possible. Scams like these are considered a form of elder financial abuse, which encompasses a broad range of conduct such as taking money or property, forging signatures, or using property or possessions without permission. Here’s one example: “Mary” received a call stating that her grandson had been involved in criminal activity abroad. She unwittingly provided the caller with more information when another man got on the phone and, thinking it was her grandson, she asked, “Mark is that you?” The callers now knew her grandson’s name and said Mark hit a pedestrian while driving. One man claiming to be Mark’s attorney stated that he needed money to cover Mark’s legal fees or Mark would go to jail. They told Mary not to tell anyone or Mark would be in more trouble. Over the course of two weeks, Mary followed the explicit directions she received by phone eventually sending over $60,000 via her bank account and green dot cards. She depleted her entire savings account and tried to apply for a loan against her paid-off house. A bank manager felt something was awry and spoke to Mary. She eventually explained to the manager what happened, and he told her she was being scammed. The manager called her son to confirm that her grandson Mark was okay. Unfortunately, authorities were not able to recover Mary’s money, but the perpetrator was later caught scamming other elders and is awaiting trial. Anyone can fall victim to a scam like this, but seniors are particularly vulnerable for a number of reasons. For example, seniors may generally be more trusting, may have cognitive impairments, may be isolated, or may have other pressures like the loss of a relative. There is an entire network of criminals who purposely prey on elders and their vulnerabilities to extract money over a prolonged period. Therefore, it is important to be alert and help the seniors in your life be vigilant when it comes to money, accounts, and personal information.
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What to look for in a scam? Although there are some patterns in scams, they come in a variety of forms. Overall, it is important that you do more research, or talk to a relative or friend, if you receive a phone call or mail requesting money or personal information, or you are approached by a stranger offering services. Here are some common scenarios: A caller you have never spoken to and do not know. This person will say she or he is affiliated with what seems to be a legitimate company or organization and will wait for cues from you. The caller will wait for you to mention personal details and copy things you say to make you feel she or he is trustworthy or knows details about you. In our example, Mary mentioned her grandson’s name, Mark, making it easy for the scammer to sound like he personally knew Mark. When you receive a phone call from a stranger, get as many details from the caller as possible and check — or have someone else check — into the caller’s credentials. The caller might threaten you and say you will lose the offer if you hang up, but, if the deal is not legit, you could lose a lot more. Caller asks you to wire money, buy green dot cards (or equivalents), or deposit checks. You should never wire or send money to a stranger. It does not matter what the caller is offering or what the caller says. If the caller says you have a relative in peril, call other family members first. It is unlikely that a complete stranger will call you with news about your family without other family members being aware of the same news. In the story above, if Mark were truly in trouble, his parents would likely have known. Mass mailing. Mass mailings sometimes have a personalized product or service offer. However, if the mail-in form seeks personal information and/or asks for a credit card or small fee, don’t do it. Never send your personal information through the mail. If the mail seems like it came from a legitimate source, call, or have someone call, to verify that the company is real and if they requested your personal information. A person who offers some type of service at what seems to be a good price. If anyone approaches you offering a service such as fixing people will scam elders by pretending they are offering a deal, but in actuality they are hiking up their prices or trying to gain access to personal information. Pay attention to signs from the elders in your life. Secrecy: Suddenly, the elder becomes very secretive. This sign is very important because often scammers explicitly direct elders not to tell anyone else about what is going on. These directions to remain quiet can be simple threats (“If you tell anyone, you will lose the grand prize”) to something perceived way more seriously (“Your grandson will go to jail if you do not wire the money by tomorrow.”) In our example, Mary kept quiet because she legitimately believed Mark was in trouble and would be in more trouble if she told anyone. Withdrawals and transfers: You recognize the elder suddenly, frequently withdrawing small or large sums of money or making transfers between accounts. Waiting for the phone: The elder is suddenly waiting for the phone to ring all of the time. Many times, scam-
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mers are extracting money over a prolonged period. To continue to extract money, scammers will generally have to make repeated calls to elders with more instructions on where to send money, like they did with Mary. New friends: New “close friends” arrive suddenly and no one in the family knows them.
How can you prevent scams? Speak out. Many seniors do not report incidents of financial exploitation because they may feel embarrassed or may not even know they have been scammed. If you or an elder you know has been the victim of a financial abuse, it is important to share the story to alert other seniors and to encourage them not to feel embarrassed by the experience. Speaking out about personal experiences also helps other seniors know what signs to look for if they receive a phone call or something in the mail looking for money or personal information. Talk to someone else. Although some stories may seem incredulous in hindsight, the stories are very believable at the time due to any of the aforementioned reasons. Therefore, it is important to talk to family or friends if you, or someone you know, is approached by a stranger or receive a phone call from a stranger instructing you to send money, especially if the caller says not to tell anyone. That way, if it is a legitimate transaction, the caller can be properly vetted by relatives or friends. If it is a scam, you, relatives, or friends will be able to help alert authorities and help alert other seniors. Don’t judge. Be supportive if someone you know falls victim to a financial scam. He or she is likely already embarrassed or humiliated, so don’t compound those feelings. Scams can happen to anyone. Don’t think it can’t happen to you. When you feel something can’t happen to you, you may let your guard down and not properly research or vet people, which in turn makes you more vulnerable. The key is to keep your guard up. If an offer is legitimate, it will withstand the vetting process.
For more information about elder financial abuse, visit: www.preventelderabuse.org/elderabuse/fin_abuse. html www.investorprotection.org/downloads/EIFFE_ Survey_Report.pdf www.napsa-now.org/get-informed/what-is-financial-exploitation/
Check your bills BY CONNIE CROSBY
If you have traditional Medicare. and it did not pay on a service, check with the provider’s billing department. The charge may not have been billed correctly. Also, if you have Medicare and a traditional Medicare Supplement and you receive a bill from a provider, do not just pay it. Contact the provider’s billing department. Chances are that it was not billed to your carrier or not billed correctly. This seems to happen not only with primary providers, but with other providers such as companies that process your blood tests, radiology services, etc. who you were referred to or may be checking and reporting on your test results. Although your primary care provider may have had this information, it is very possible that the other provider did not receive the billing information. This happens fairly often. People often pay these bills because they think that for some reason they must actually owe this bill. If the provider is paid, they usually don’t go any farther and try to get money from the insurance company, because the bill has been paid.
Menu changes
At the A&H Senior Center December 14, they will have French toast, bacon, juice and coffee cake starting at 9 a.m. In Siren, December 11, Brunch is from 10-11:45. The menu is pancakes, sausage links, mini omelets, sausage and gravy, fish chowder and fruit. At the Webster site December 23, they will serve roast beef, mashed potatoes with gravy, carrots and a cookie. Remember that the meal sites are closed on December 24, 25 and January 1. The sites will be open on December 23 and December 30.
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Marketplace ‘Open Enrollment’ is upon us BY THE GWAAR LEGAL SERVICES TEAM
Having trouble finding health insurance that fits your needs and your budget? The Health Insurance Marketplace may be what you need. The Marketplace is Wisconsin’s price comparison website for subsidized health insurance, and enrollment has begun. Marketplace open enrollment for 2016 runs from November 1, 2015 to January 31, 2016. During the open enrollment period, people can enroll in a plan, keep or change plans, or get financial assistance. Some plans are changing, so it is important to reevaluate your circumstances to determine whether you will keep your insurance from 2015 or change to a different plan for the upcoming year. Changes in prescriptions, family circumstances, or other life events may spur the need to change plans. Even if you have not experienced any changes, plans may join or leave the Marketplace, make changes to their formularies or coverage, or increase premiums. If you enrolled through the Marketplace to obtain coverage for 2015, you still need to update your application during the open enrollment period or you could possibly be automatically re-enrolled in a plan in 2016, and your financial assistance may not be accurate. Therefore, it is always important to reevaluate and choose the best plan for you. Because those seeking Marketplace insurance must obtain it during the open enrollment period (unless they qualify for a special enrollment period), there are
some important dates to keep in mind. •November 1, 2015: 2016 open enrollment begins, the first day to enroll in a 2016 insurance plan through the Health Insurance Marketplace. •December 15, 2015: The last day to enroll to have coverage beginning January 1, 2016. •January 1, 2016: Coverage begins for those who enroll or change plans by December 15. •January 15, 2016: The last day to enroll in or change plans for new coverage to start February 1, 2016. •January 31, 2016: 2016 open enrollment ends. After this date, you cannot enroll in a 2016 health insurance plan through the Marketplace unless you qualify for a special enrollment period. •March 1, 2016: Coverage begins for people who made changes or enrolled from January 16 to January 31. Remember that you are required to have insurance unless you qualify for an exemption. If you do not get insurance, you may face tax penalties. If you have Medicare Part A or Part C, Medicaid, CHIP, any jobbased plan, COBRA, an individual health plan, retiree coverage, TRICARE, VA health coverage, or some other health coverage, you are considered covered and do not need to sign up for insurance through the Marketplace. If you become eligible for Medicare after joining a Marketplace plan, you cannot keep both. The Marketplace will not automatically disenroll you if you gain coverage under Medicare. You must make a disenrollment request to leave the Marketplace. When you apply for insurance in the Marketplace,
you will learn if you are eligible for subsidies or savings on out of pocket costs. Subsidies help lower your monthly insurance premium, while out-of-pockets savings reduce how much you pay in deductibles, coinsurance, and copayments. Whether you qualify for savings depends on your household size and income, but you won’t know unless you apply!
What’s new in the Marketplace? This year, there will be a new question in enrollment applications: “Did your household file a 2014 tax return and reconcile any premium tax credit you used?� Federal laws require you to file a tax return every year you receive subsidies to help pay your insurance premium. The purpose is to verify your eligibility and ensure you received the proper amount of financial assistance based on your household size and income. If you received subsidies to help pay your 2015 insurance premium, you were required to file your 2014 tax return in 2015. If you did not file or you filed, but did not complete IRS Form 8962, you could be at risk of losing your subsidy in 2016. It is important that you file your 2014 tax return as soon as possible to protect future financial assistance. Visit www.healthcare.gov for more information and to view and compare private health plans. Once you apply, your application will be automatically considered for Medicaid or the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP).
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1 Cook’s Choice Soup & Sandwich Broccoli Strawberry Shortcake w/ toppings 6 Boneless Pork Chops 7 Beef Tips & Gravy in Mushroom Sauce Steamed Rice Peas & Carrots Chocolate Chip Cookie
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Change plans if you need to BY CONNIE CROSBY
People who are on Traditional Medicare with a Medicare Supplement and people who are on Wisconsin SeniorCare do not need to make any changes this time of year if they are happy with their coverage. People who are in Medicare Advantage Plans or are in Medicare Part D plans have an opportunity until December 7 to check on the changes that will be made to their plan for the next year to see if that coverage still will be the best option for them next year. Just because it worked for you this year does not mean it will be the best plan for you next year. I compared a Medicare Part D plan for a person. The individual is on a lot of medications and some medications that are very expensive. The person brought his medication list to me. I entered his medications and a different plan came up for him for 2016 as being the best plan for him. His out of pocket cost will still be over $4,300 for 2016. He said, “Why can’t I just stay with the plan I was in this year?” The plan he was in this year did not even come up as one of the 10 least expensive plans. I checked and the plan that he is currently in would no longer cover all of his medications and his out of pocket cost would be over $19,000 dollars. When I showed him a print out of the cost and coverage he would have by staying in his current plan, he just couldn’t believe it. I said that is why you want to compare plans each year. Not only can premiums change, but medications covered, restrictions on those medications and co-pays for medications can change greatly each year. If you are on a Medicare Advantage Plan, be sure to compare plans available each year. Premiums and co-pays can change as well as other services
that may have been included last year may no longer be included. Some plans may have included some things such as a dental check up or cleaning your teeth last year and that may no longer be included. Although some of these changes may not be something you really care about it is something you should be aware of. People who were in a Medicare Advantage Plan that is no longer available should know that they can check on and enroll in another Medicare Advantage Plan. They are also guaranteed issue into Traditional Medicare Supplement. They cannot be turned down because of pre-existing conditions. That is very important for may people who may be having some health problems or have decided that as they are getting older they feel that they would like more complete coverage and would not need to worry about having a lot of co-pays if they suddenly had a lot of health issues. Co-pays for health care can add up in a hurry. If a person has a Traditional Medicare Supplement, with all of the options they should not have co-pays for medical services if Medicare pays on the service. Another choice people have is Medicare cost plans. Medicare cost plans are different. With a Medicare cost plan you can choose the plan and set of copays you have for your medical expenses. You have a network of providers. If you see a provider out of network, your traditional Medicare pays first and you pay the traditional Medicare co-pays. The higher your premium, the less your co-pays. With these plans you can take a prescription drug plan with that company or be on a standalone Medicare Part D plan for your medications or you can be on Wisconsin SeniorCare of have other creditable drug coverage through the VA, etc.
HSAs, FSAs, MSAs — OMG! BY THE GWAAR LEGAL SERVICES TEAM
The government offers many different programs that provide tax breaks for persons paying medical expenses. There are, however, requirements that must be met in order to receive the tax benefits. This article provides only basic information about the different programs available and should not be construed as tax advice. Health Savings Account (HSA) HSAs are “portable,” meaning the account stays with you if you change employers or leave the workforce. Anyone (employer, employee family member) can contribute to this account. Funds remain in the account until you spend them. Requirements for HSAs: • Must be covered by a high-deductible health plan (HDHP). • Cannot have any other general health coverage other than the HDHP. • May not be enrolled in Medicare. • Must not be claimed as a dependent on someone’s tax return. Tip: Each eligible spouse who wants an HSA must open a separate HSA. You cannot have a joint HSA. Archer Medical Savings Account (MSA) The requirements of this account are similar to an HSA, except this program was designed for employees of small businesses (50 or fewer employees). Requirements for Archer MSAs: • Cannot be established after 2007 and have largely been replaced by health savings accounts (HSA). • Archer MSAs already established can accept new contributions or be rolled over into an HSA. • No new contributions can be made once a person is Medicare-eligible. Medicare Advantage (MSA) This is an Archer Medical Savings Account. Contributions can only be
made by Medicare. Distributions that are not used for qualified medical expenses are included in income and also may be subject to a penalty. Requirements for Medicare Advantage MSAs: • Must be enrolled in Medicare. • Have a HDHP that meets the Medicare guidelines. Flexible Spending Account (FSA) This account can only be established by your employer. Contributions are withheld from your paycheck. Money remaining at the end of the year is forfeited, although there may be a grace period of 2½ months to spend the remaining money in the account the following year. Health Reimbursement Agreement (HRA) This is an employer-sponsored plan and must be funded solely by the employer. Medicare eligibility has implications for many of these accounts. If a person is on Medicare, what are the rules? • Cannot contribute to an HSA but can withdraw funds to help pay medical expenses. • Cannot contribute to an Archer MSA, but can withdraw funds to help pay for medical expenses. • May enroll in Medicare Advantage MSA if plans are offered in service area. • FSA and HRA are established by employers. Medicare beneficiaries may utilize such accounts if offered by their employer For more information, visit: www.irs.gov/pub/irs-pdf/p969.pdf www.irs.gov/instructions/i8853/ ch02.html#d0e115
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WEBSTER Mondays: 9 a.m. to ? 7 p.m. AA meeting. Tuesdays: 9 a.m. to ? Coffee, snacks and pool. Wednesdays: 9 a.m. to ? 12:30 to ? Dime Bingo. Thursdays: 9 a.m. to ? Coffee, snacks, pool & cards 7-9:00 p.m. Seniors pool and cards. 3rd Thursday: 7-9:00 p.m. Pool only. Fridays: 9 a.m. to ? Coffee, snacks and pool. Call before 1 p.m. to register for the following day’s meal. The Center is closed if Webster School is closed for snow.
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Wisconsin Senior Care BY CONNIE CROSBY
Some people may want to enroll in Wisconsin SeniorCare for their prescription drug coverage. For some people it may be less expensive than being in a Medicare Part D plan. It depends on your income and the medications you take. Wisconsin SeniorCare is an income based program and there isn’t an asset test. People must be US citizens, Wisconsin residents over the age of 65, and each applicant pays a $30 annual enrollment fee. With SeniorCare you do not pay a monthly premium. The benefits you receive from the program depend on your income. All people enrolled in Wisconsin SeniorCare have creditable drug coverage so that if they decide to enroll in Wisconsin SeniorCare now and choose to enroll in a Medicare Part D plan in the future, they will not have a penalty. They will need to provide proof that they were enrolled in Wisconsin SeniorCare to avoid any possible penalties for months they were not covered enrolled in Medicare Part D. All income is considered for the program. Both spouses do not need to enroll in Wisconsin SeniorCare, but if an individual is married the income of the spouse is counted along with the applicant’s income. Dividends and interest generated by assets are counted. Net income is counted from self-employment. Persons interested in the program may check on information on the program at https://www.dhs. wisconsin.gov/seniorcare. People in any income lev-
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el are eligible for the creditable drug coverage from the program, but people with lower incomes benefit more from the program with help on their medication costs. There are four income levels for the program. People in the lowest income level pay their $30 annual enrollment fee and they pay $5 per month for covered generic prescriptions per month and usually $10 for a three month supply (if the prescription is written for the longer supply by their doctor) and $15 each month for covered name brand medications and $30 for a 90 day supply. Persons in the next income level (2A) have a $500 annual deductible, but while they are meeting the deductible they pay the reduced amount for the medication that the state has negotiated. (Sometimes, people never meet their deductible, but because of the lower cost of their medications it works out better for them than paying a monthly premium and the co-pays with a Medicare Part D plan.) After people meet the deductible, they have the $5 and $15 co-pays. People in income level 2B have an $850 annual deductible and receive the discount on their medications while meeting the deductible. People with higher incomes have a spend down to get to the highest income level and then have the $850 deductible. While they are meeting their deductible, they receive the discount on their medications. (People do not receive the discount while they are meeting the spend down.)
Wisconsin SeniorCare has a formulary of medications that are covered by the program. If the drug manufacturer negotiates with the State of Wisconsin on the purchase price of the medication, it is part of the formulary of the program, and if not, the medication is not part of the formulary for the program. Pharmacists can usually check to see if a medication is on the Wisconsin SeniorCare formulary. Income limits are based on the Federal Poverty Limits and usually increase each year. You calculate your income based on the next 12 months of income that you feel you will be receiving. Current annual income limits for an individual are $18,832 for level 1, $18,833 - $23,540 for level 2A, $23,541- $28,248 for level 2B, and $28,249 or greater. Income limits for a couple are $25,488 for level 1, $25,489-$31,861 for level 2A, $31,861 - $38,232 for level 2B, and $38,233 or greater for level 3. Persons with questions about the program may contact Wisconsin SeniorCare customer service at 1-800-657-2038 (TTY translations services are available). Wisconsin SeniorCare eligibility starts the month after the completed application is received at the state along with the annual $30.00 enrollment fee. Eligibility is for a full 12 months. So if you apply in November and the state receives your check with your application your eligibility starts December 1 and goes through the following November.
1. You will be subject to the General Enrollment Period if you decide to enroll in Medicare Part B in the future. Enrollment in Part B is only allowed during January, February, and March of each year, and Medicare coverage does not begin until July of that same year. For example, if you need Part B in May 2016, you will have to wait until January 2017 (the following year) to
enroll in Part B, and your coverage would not be effective until July 2017. In this case, you would have a 14 month gap in coverage. Even in the most ideal circumstance (you need Part B coverage during the General Enrollment Period), you would have a gap in your coverage for 3-6 months.
2. You will be subject to a late enrollment penalty of 10% for every 12 months that you were eligible for Medicare Part B and did not enroll. Even if you have veteran’s benefits, this penalty will accrue.
3. Veteran’s health benefits are given based on “priority groups.” However, there is no guarantee that Congress will continue to appropriate funds to cover each priority group. So, if your group does not receive adequate funding, your benefits could be impacted — this is ofspecial concern to those who are in low priority groups. If your priority group loses funding and you did not enroll in Part B, you would only have Medicare Part A; you would not have Medicare Part B medical insurance.
While the Part B premium is an additional monthly expense, you should very carefully consider the risks of deferring Part B. Veterans who receive VA health coverage and who have questions about Medicare coverage should contact their local Aging and Disability Resource Center.
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Lynx and Ocelot are one-month-old kittens that came to the shelter together. These siblings were extremely shy and hung out in the back of their large condo, just out of reach of loving hands that wanted to give them much deserved TLC.
Lynx and Ocelot
Lynx and his sister, Ocelot, are coming around now. What a difference a week made! From these scared kitties cowering from us to two little wide-eyed kittens now near the front of their condo, tolerating the attention (and maybe just liking it a bit). We would sure like to adopt these two out together, if possible. As long as Lynx and OceL l Layla lot are loved and cared for, safe and sound in a home, we’d be happy for them! Each day they are more trusting and beginning to act more their age — like kittens! I have featured Layla before, but didn’t have a lot to share with my readers because she never came down from the top of the kitchen cupboards in our shelter’s office. Not only has this one year-old girl come down, she’s become our official greeter (when it’s her turn in the office). Layla is a petite kitty, with a tail that seems longer than her body. She followed me everywhere when I was visiting the office, and never got bored with getting scratched. Personally, I think she’d be a great choice to adopt. And as a bonus to this already wonderful feline, I understand she really likes dogs! If you are interested in adopting Lynx, Ocelot, Layla, or another animal from our shelter, please visit our website at www.hsburnettcty.org or contact the shelter at (715) 866-4096. The Humane Society of Burnett County is a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) organization. We do not receive financial assistance from the county. Donations of money or supplies are tax-deductible.
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Safe venison handling helps avoids spoiling your season MADISON—This year’s gun deer season is not a cold one, but food safety officials warn that venison handling can lead to food-borne illness if not done properly, even if the weather isn’t warm. “Harmful bacteria can grow quickly, so we want to make sure that hunters are clear about how to keep their harvest fresh and wholesome,” said Cindy Klug, manager of the Bureau of Meat Safety and Inspection for the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade & Consumer Protection (DATCP). Klug offers the following important tips to ensure your venison doesn’t spoil before you have the chance to enjoy it. In the field: •Field dress the carcass immediately after harvest. •If processing deer from the CWD management zone, keep meat and trimmings from each
deer separate. Minimize contact with the brain, spinal cord, spleen and lymph nodes (lumps of tissue next to organs or in fat and membranes) as you work. •If removing antlers, use a saw designated for that purpose only, and dispose of the blade. •Do not cut through the spinal column except to remove the head. Use a knife designated only for this purpose. •Wash the body cavity with cold, clean water, if possible, and be sure to carry a clean towel for wiping your hands to prevent cross-contamination. •Place the heart and liver in a food-grade plastic bag if you wish to keep them. •Spread the rib cage to cool the carcass more quickly. Better yet, pack the carcass with clean ice. Transporting it home •Do not leave venison or other wild game in a car trunk where warmer temperatures promote
bacterial growth. •Register your deer by 5 pm the day after harvest and process it as soon as you possibly can. •Call ahead to a licensed meat plant for processing. Back home •Refrigerate the carcass if possible. Avoid hanging it in your garage without refrigeration, especially in warm weather. •Use food quality plastic bags or buckets to store cut meats. Do NOT use dark-colored garbage bags as they may contain toxic resins and are not intended for food use. “The biggest mistake we see each year is that hunters hang their deer in the garage for too long thinking that the garage gets cold enough, but temperature fluctuations are not good for keeping meat safe to eat,” Klug said.
Success during opening weekend of 2015 gun-deer season
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GRANTSBURG–Snowmobile safety courses will be offered from 6-9 p.m. Thursday and Friday, December 3-4, and 9 a.m. Saturday, December 5 at the Visitor Center at Crex Meadows State Wildlife Area, to help make sure you are ready for another snowy Wisconsin winter. Wisconsin is the birthplace of snowmobiling and continues to offer excellent snowmobiling opportunities, especially in northern Wisconsin. More than 200,000 registered snowmobiles hit Wisconsin’s 25,000 miles of groomed trails each winter, making safety an important part of the ride. If you were born on or after Jan. 1, 1985 and are at least 12 years of age, you must complete a snowmobile safety certification course to operate a snowmobile on Wisconsin public snowmobile trails and areas. Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources recreational safety specialists recommend all snowmobile operators complete a safety course. There is a fee. Pre-registration required. To register, contact Dwight Nordrum at 715-463-2856.
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Maurice Johnson 7 pt.
Paige Muehlhauser 4 pt.
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Craig Vollendorf 8pt.
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Success during opening weekend of 2015 gun-deer season
At left, Erin Engstrand gets a 3pt. buck — her first buck while Todd Engstrand shows off a 7 pt.
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Adam Muehlhauser 10 pt.
Calvin Spencer 9 pt.
Lonnie Mackyol 12 pt.
Scott Cook 8 pt.
At left, Jason Peterson, Jr. 6 pt. At right, Maria Oachs 5 pt.
Dave Mott 6 pt.
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Success during opening weekend of 2015 gun-deer season
Pete Denn 6 pt. Trenton Johnson 9 pt.
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Elyse Muehlhauser doe Matt Hammer 8 pt.
Riley Snorek — first deer
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Sentinel’s Annual
BURNETT COUNTY ALL-STARS
Josiah Wegner
Frank DeBlase
Mason McEvers
Neil Oustigoff, Sr.
Offense Siren • Sr.
Offense Webster • Jr.
Defense Grantsburg • Sr.
Defense Siren • Sr.
Avery Fagerberg
Chase Covey
Alec Ralph
Austin Bowman
Offense Grantsburg • Jr.
Offense Grantsburg • Sr.
Defense Webster • Sr.
Defense Grantsburg • Jr.
Honorable Mention Grant Preston, Webster Brady Mangen, Siren Garrett Hunter, Siren
Jake Wicklund, Grantsburg Jaeger Staeven, Grantsburg
Players to Watch Simeon Wilson, Webster, sophomore Noah Koball, Siren, sophomore Logan Meagher, Siren, sophomore
Dakota Schultz Offense Grantsburg • Jr.
Keenan Cook Defense Siren • Sr.
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All-County Football team selected
Conditioning against concussions BY MEG ROD SENTINEL NTERN
The Sentinel All County Football team displayed great flexibility as most of the players suggested by their coaches and chosen by the Sentinel Sports Team (SST), played both offense and defense. Some of them rarely came to the sidelines during their games, if only to be in a time out huddle or get information from their coach(s). As the SST looked at each player, we placed them where we thought their light shone the brightest. So here we go. On the offense, the SST chose Josiah Wegner (Siren), Frank DeBlase (Webster), John Chenal, Avery Fagerberg, Chase Covey and Dakota Schultz, all of Grantsburg. Wegner rushed for 1,385 yards on 223 carries, scoring 15 touchdowns. He was also a vital part of Coach Karsten’s defense and special teams. DeBlase ran the ball 177 times for 799 yards and 10 touchdowns. He also made two two-point conversions. On the defensive side of the ball, Frank totaled 33 tackles, two sacks and a fumble recovery. John Chenal led the Pirates in rushing yards (851) on 100 attempts. He scored 14 touchdowns. He also had 22 receptions good for 229 yards. Defensively, he had 174 tackles, a sack, two fumble recoveries and five interceptions. Fagerberg is the best kicker in the area. He went five for five on field goals and made 41 of 45 extra points. He combined for 1,400 yards of offense (rushing and passing), threw for eight touchdowns and rushed for seven touchdowns. Defensively, he had 66 total tackles, two fumble recoveries and an interception. Chase Covey, lineman, “is one of the best, most consistent offensive linemen around,” says his coach. “He is very smart, can play all five lineman positions and coaches the younger linemen on the field. He is a tough kid who we ran behind all season.” On the defense side, he had 39 tackles with two sacks. Last, but not least, Dakota Schultz “has some of the best hands.” He’s a multi-talented kid who caught 16 passes for three touchdowns and also threw for 188 yards and three touchdowns. Schultz was also a leader on the defense, recording 75 tackles with five tackles for losses. Looking at the defense candidates, the SST chose Keenan Cook and Neil Oustigoff Jr. (Siren), Alec Ralph (Webster) and Austin Bowman, Leo Chenal and Mason McEvers from Grantsburg. Keenan had 107 tackles in nine games for the Dragons. He was an important cog on the Siren offense as well. Oustigoff Jr. was often placed against the Dragons’ opponents’ best receiver. In the game vs Sevastopol, Oustigoff kept an all-star receiver to under 100 yards and no touchdowns. Neil also was return man on punts and kickoffs. On offense, he had 40 catches for 853 yards and six touchdowns. Alec Ralph was a Lakeland Conference Second Team selection with 29 total tackles. Austin Bowman was third on the
Pirate team with 105 tackles, four sacks, nine tackles for loss and an interception. “He was a terror in the backfield all year for opposing teams and really helped make us have the best defense in the area.” Leo Chenal “made an instant impact as a freshman.” He recorded 89 tackles with 11 tackles for losses and two sacks. He combined for 900 yards on offense with 11 touchdowns. Mason McEvers “knows all assignments.” He was second on the team with 114 tackles, seven tackles for losses, four fumble recoveries and an interception. He was selected All Conference and All Region. The Honorable Mention selections were Brady Mangen and Garrett Hunter (Siren), Grant Preston (Webster) with Jake Wicklund and Jaeger Staeven coming in from Grantsburg. Brady rushed for 458 yards, had 289 receiving yards, eight touchdowns with 12 two-point conversions. Garrett Hunter was one of the linemen that Siren’s running backs followed. “He’s our best lineman,” said his coach. Grant Preston was a Second Team Lakeland Conference selection and was a main stay on the Tiger offensive line. On the defense, he recorded 51 tackles with three tackles for losses and a fumble recovery. Wicklund was an impact player on the Pirate defense with 50 tackles, seven for losses, and four sacks. He also blocked punts and had several special team tackles. Jaeger Staeven “was our best defensive back.” He had 20 tackles, one fumble recovery and three interceptions. Offensively, he averaged six yards per carry and scored six touchdowns. He was chosen Second Team All Conference as a defensive back. The Coach of the Year is Grantsburg’s Adam Hale. Not very many area folks expected the Pirates to have a record of .500 or better, much less go undefeated, take the Lakeland North Conference crown and go to Level 4 of the playoffs. But, Coach Hale put together a good varied offense, along with an unrelenting defense to prove the naysayers wrong. He placed the right players in the right places at the right time and the results were amazing. Along with that, Coach Hale surrounded himself with a dedicated staff of assistant coaches who poured their hearts, souls and minds into their athletes. Thank you, Coach Hale, assistant coaches, managers, film crew and all others who helped make memories and more for the Pirates. A big “Thank You” also goes to the parents, family members and the rest of you who supported Tiger, Dragon and Pirate football this season. You are appreciated. Even though the football fields are silent, maybe even snow-covered, they are awaiting the first of August 2016 for the next group of grid iron men to take the field. Until then, so long!
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GRANTSBURG—Staying safe. This is the main concern of the WIAA, which is why they make changes to the sports program – specifically concussions. In 2014, the state of Wisconsin put a new limit on full-contact tackling during high school football practice. The WIAA rules state that during week one, no full contact is allowed. Week two allows up to 75 minutes of genuine tackling, and every week afterward is under 60 minutes. The purpose of implementing these rules was to see if concussions were more sustainable during game-time if there were less hitting drills during practices. The guidelines had comparatively positive results – it was found that less concussions occurred in 2014 than past years (in which the number was doubled). Even before the rules were set up, concussions have been closely monitored by coaches and athletic trainers nationwide. Mike Moritz and Goob Coy, assistant coaches of the Grantsburg Pirate football team, explained average protocol for detecting concussions. The player must be symptom free, able to exhibit light running, able to exhibit heavy running (sprinting), light contact with shoulder pads and ability to withstand full contact. This must be shown through five consecutive days and this is only for diagnosing (not clearing) the player. Although this is the correct way to detect a head-injury that has already happened, the regulations were made to be proactive about concussions that have not yet occurred. So, the change in Wisconsin state rules has brought with it both favorable and controversial feedback. “As a football coach, player safety is always a concern,” said Ryan Karsten of Siren, who wants his players to be both safe and skillful. “As the game gets modified, so do the techniques that get taught.” In other words, this should help the team focus their efforts on how to play the game with more agility rather than excessive force. Mike Amundson, the Athletic Director at Grantsburg, had a similar point of view. “I believe the concussion recovery protocol as well as the limiting of contact drills in practice is appropriate and will hopefully help reduce the brain-related injuries of the past,” Amundson said. “It will provide opportunities for athletes to focus on the more game specific skills and reduce the aggressive behaviors (head-hunting) which too often cast a dark shadow over the game itself.” In addition to different drills coming into play during practice, the evolution of equipment has made a huge impact for how the players sustain injuries. Michelle McEvers, a mom of one of the senior linemen who has observed countless games and injuries on the field, made a valid point of this. “Coaches need to continue teaching proper tackling techniques in junior high and continue with more advanced skills at the high school level.” McEvers
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Pirate coach Adam Hale (left) gets the correct fit on Mason McEvers’ helmet.
explained. “Also making sure that your player has a helmet that fits their head properly and that helmet is new and utilizes the latest technology.” Just the advancement in helmet design and quality has already wiped out many opportunities for traumatic brain-injuries to occur. Weight lifting is another vital aspect to player safety. Moritz and Coy explained that stronger back and shoulder muscles condition the player to withstand injuries better, and generally makes them less-susceptible to concussions. Even though the number of head-injuries is going down due to WIAA regulations, advanced gear and sufficient conditioning, there is still concern that new problems could arise. “You need to have contact to get used to being tackled and how to fall properly,” explained Scott Hoefs, Webster High School Athletic Director. Hoefs went on to say that the players need repetition in order to grasp what to do, otherwise they “revert to what they think is right.” If the players do not experience enough of what they will encounter on the field, they will be in for a bitter surprise come game-time. This especially pertains to the underclassmen, who are most likely not used to playing with or against 16 to 18 year olds. In perspective, this could lead to a defensive downfall. It is up to the individual to decide on whether the new cap on full-contact tackling during practice will benefit or damage high school players – but the objective of it all is to keep players safe under the stadium lights. “As far as whether these steps will help reduce brain related injuries, only time will tell,” concluded Amundson.
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Highway 70 Storage 33 11 Rod’s Broads 22 22 Alley Cats 22 22 Kelli’s Kitchen 21 23 Northwoods MCL 18 26 Denny’s Diva’s 16 28 HIGH TEAM SINGLE GAMES: Highway 70 Storage 628; Alley Cars 566; Denny’s Divas 558. HIGH SINGLE GAMES: Carol Soderbeck 196; Amy Bertelsen 171; Patty Bjorklund 170. HIGH TEAM THREE GAMES: Highway 70 Storage 1825; Kelli’s Kitchen 1695; Denny’s Divas 1632.. HIGH THREE GAMES: Connie McKenzie 485; Carol Soderbeck 474; Patty Bjorklund 461. Averages: Barb Benson 155; Connie McKenzie 151; Amy Bertelsen 150; Carol Soderbeck 149; Michelle Morgan-Engstrand 143; Kim Koster 138; Casey Schuur 137; Cyndie Omer/Patty Bjorklund 136.
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YOUTH
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Webster Honor Roll First Quarter A Honor Roll Seniors: Alec Ralph, Katelyn Cairns-Pardun, Annika Hendrickson, Tate Fohrenkamm, Grant Preston, Nicole Hursh, Samantha Culver, Jenny Birkeland, Cassidy Formanek, Daniel Okes, Darrick Nelson, Nicole Moretter, Connor Raschke, Paul Sargent, Kaylee Olson, Lydia Wilson. Juniors: David Greiff, Sadie Koelz, Andrew Ruiz, Synclare Stubbe, Emma Rachner, Sunny Cone, Victoria Tyndall, Savannah Varner, Sophie Phernetton, Aeva Heier. Sophomores: Sydney Raschke, Troy Woodman, Magdalena Wright, Jayden Eckstrom, Mason Schaaf, Alexis Symond, Simeon Wilson, Poom Sukkasemhathai, Skyler Winkler, Mikayla Walker, Dustin Kern, Melodi Liljenberg, Emily Stewart, Noah Kegel, Ian Magnuson, Caleb Pardun, Joseph Formanek, Brett Johnson, Rachel Sperry, Jazmine Mangelsen, Taylor Howe, Austin Spafford. Freshmen: Jamin Wilson, Trevor Gustafson, Maiya Fuller, Joshua Moretter, Ashley Morseth, Carter Doriott, Jack Washburn, Matthew Buffington, Hunter Erickson, Anson Gustafson, Bradley Sigfrids, Mahileet Mosher, Brendon Bray, Grace Studeman. Grade 8: Jenna Gomulak, Dan-
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Patty Close (center) is the third generation to receive the prestigious 4-H Key Award. Her mom April (Mangelsen) Close (l), won the award in 1986, as a member of the Coomer Badgers 4-H Club . Her grandmother, Karen (Romsos) Mangelsen, (r) won the award in 1962 as a member of the Timberland Beavers 4-H Club.
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Charles “Sid” Briggs
Charles “Sid” Briggs, age 91, of Danbury, passed away Wednesday evening, November 18, 2015. A graveside service was held Monday, November 23, 2015, at Danbury Cemetery, with full military honors Pastor Eddie Crise officiated. Sid was born November 28, 11923 in Jacksonville, FL, son of tthe late Lucius C. and Leona M. ((O’Herrin) Briggs. He moved w with his family to Danbury d during the Great Depression. H He received his elementary and m middle school education from p public schools in Jacksonville a and Danbury. He was a 1942 g graduate of Webster High S School. During World War II, Sid served in the U.S. Army from March 13, 1943, until his honorable discharge on January 12, 1946. He was assigned primarily with the 606th Coast Artillery Battery in Hawaii. Following his discharge, Sid returned to Danbury. Sid was employed for the U.S. Postal Service for many years, initially as a rural mail carrier and then as Postmaster at Danbury Post Office. He previously had worked as a land surveyor for the state of Wisconsin, and for Taconite Engineering in Minnesota. Sid loved being outdoors taking care of his property, tending his flowers gardens, making trails through the woods, and snowshoeing in the winter. He was a social person and enjoyed visiting with friends at the “Log Cabin.” Sid enjoyed reading and was very knowledgeable about current events, politics, and foreign affairs. He is survived by a sister, June Papanek; sister-inlaw, Linda Briggs; and many nieces and nephews and families. Sid was preceded in death by his parents; three brothers Ralph, John, and James Briggs; and two sisters Agnes (Earl) Aronson and Dorothy (Eugene) Monteverde. Online condolences may be expressed at www. swedberg-taylor.com. Arrangements were entrusted to Swedberg-Taylor Funeral Home, Webster.
Diane Bram Diane Bram, age 71, of Siren, passed away peacefully on November 16, 2015. Diane’s wishes were to have no formal services. Diane was born on June 22, 1944 in Racine, Wisconsin to Arlene and Gerald Johnson. She spent her early y years in Minneapolis, gradua ating in 1962 from South High S School. Diane was united in marrriage to her high school sweeth heart, Dan, on March 12, 1963. D Diane enjoyed being a homem maker and raising their four c children together in the Twin C Cities. In the early 1970s, Dan a and Diane moved to Grantsb burg. After their children had graduated, they spent 25 years living in the Siren area. Diane enjoyed collecting and finding new “treasures,” including beautiful rocks, marbles and crystals. Above all, Diane enjoyed being a loving mother and grandmother. Her favorite memories were those made with her family. The family would like to thank Traditions of Frederic Nursing Home for their caring and compassionate staff. Diane is survived by her husband of 52 years, Dan Bram; children: Renee (Guy) Loushin, Tina (Scott) Clark, Roxanne (Jim) Mullins, and Jon Bram; grandchildren: Samantha, Cameron, Hunter, Chessa, Daniel and Allyson; mother, Arlene Johnson; brothers: Gerald (Nancy) Johnson, Randy Johnson and Monte Johnson; many nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. She is preceded in death by her father, Gerald Johnson. Online condolences may be expressed at www.swedberg-taylor.com Arrangements were entrusted to Swedberg-Taylor Funeral Home, Grantsburg.
October 13, 2015 Betty Ann Brandt, 92, Grantsburg. November 6, 2015, Velories Ione Taylor, 76, Sand Lake Township. November 7, 2015 John Charles Culver, 66, Meenon Township.
MARRIAGES Jarrod R. Kapaun, Shoreview, MN, to Sheila R. Nordin, Brooklyn Park, MN. Andrew S. Davis, Siren, to Carol A. Wilson, Siren.
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Frederic Community Education Classes •After School Knitting Club, 3:15-4:30 p.m. at Fred. Elem. Sch. •Exploration Station, 5:30-7 p.m. Tue. through Mar. 29 at FES. •Knit Beaded Wristers, 6-8:30 p.m. Dec. 3 & 10. •Make-and-Take Gift Jars, 6:30-8 p.m. Dec. 10. •Intro to Swing Dance, 7-9 p.m. Dec. 3 & 10. More Upcoming Classes to look for: Check out the Frederic Community Education page at www.frederic.k12.wi.us. To get on our mailing list, email millerm@frederic.k12.wi.us.
BIRTHS Jax Henry Ryan Daigle
Krissa Swanson and Justin Daigle, Grantsburg, announce the birth of their son, Jax Henry Ryan Daigle, 7 pounds, 9 ounces, on November 2, 2015 at St. Croix Regional Medical Center, St. Croix Falls.
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Siara and Tanner Goepfert, Danbury, announce the birth of their son, Brantley Gage Goepfert, 6 pounds, 6 ounces, on November 8, 2015 at St. Croix Regional Medical Center, St. Croix Falls.
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Angela Honeysett, Webster/Frederic, announces the birth of her son, Keith Jameson Neumann, 8 pounds, 5 ounces, on November 10, 2015 at St. Croix Regional Medical Center, St. Croix Falls.
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Harley Berthiaume and Shane Staples, Danbury, announce the birth of their son, Jaxon Taylor Staples, 6 pounds, 3 ounces, on November 11, 2015 at St. Croix Regional Medical Center, St. Croix Falls.
Ongoing •Dance with Andrea, Email dancewithandrea@gmail.com. •Tiny Tot Clogging, 5:15-5:45 at Frederic Elementary. •Beginner Clogging, 5:45-6:15 p.m. at Frederic Elementary . •Int. Clogging, 6:15-7:15 p.m. at Frederic Elementary. •Zumba, 6:30 p.m., Wednesdays at Frederic Elementary Gym. Trips at a Glance: •American Swedish Institute/MN Children’s Museum/Como Zoo, Dec. 5. NOTES: •Call 715-327-4868 or e-mail millerm@frederic.k12.wi.us.
Grantsburg Community Education Upcoming Classes: •Dance by Andrea, three classes, Tue. Sept.-Apr. at GES. Call for more info. •Sixth through Eighth Grade Gymnastics, Oct.-Dec. (dates/ times to be announced) at Grantsburg Community Center. •Indoor Walking, 5:30-8 p.m. Tue/Thu, Nov-Mar at GHS. •Community Basketball, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Wed., Nov.-Mar at GMS. •Christmas Clay Class, 6-8 p.m. Dec. 3 at GHS. •Christmas Candy Class, 6-8 p.m. Dec. 10 at GHS. •Kids’ Cookie Decorating Class, 10 a.m. to noon Dec. 12 at GHS. •Safe Start Driving School, Jan. 5 - Feb. 4 at GHS. •Pre-School Play Open Gym; 4:30-6:30 p.m. Jan-March at GES. Upcoming Classes: Public Speaking; Learn to Crochet; Perpetual Calendar Class; Mine Craft Build-a-Thon; Gumpaste Flower Class. •If you would like to see a class offered, have an idea for a class, or desire to teach one, call 715-463-4701. Trips at a Glance •American Swedish Institute Christmas Markets, Dec. 5. •MN Science Museum, Dec. 5. •Como Zoo, Dec. 5. •A Christmas Carol-Festival Theatre, Dec. 13.
Siren and Webster Community Ed. •Chancery Cursive Calligraphy, 6-8 p.m. Dec. 1 & 8 at SHS. •Yoga for Everybody, 4-5 p.m. Mon. Jan. 4-Feb. 8 at SHS. •Yoga for Weight Loss/Wellness, 5:15-6:15 p.m. Mon. Jan. 4-Feb. 8 at SHS. •Basic Tax Preparation, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nov. 23 & 24 at SHS. •Baby Sitting Clinic. 3:45-7 p.m. Nov. 30 at WHS. •UFO Knit & Crochet, 6-8 p.m. Tue., Jan 5-26 at SHS. •Pottery, 6-8 p.m. Wed., Jan. 20-Mar 23 at WHS. •Learn Mahjong, 6-8 p.m. Thu. Jan 7-Feb. 11 at SHS. Ongoing activities •GED/HSED and Basic Skill Classes, Frederic. Call 715-327-4223. •English as a Second Language, Call 715-866-8444. Call Siren and Webster Com Ed office at 715-349-7070.
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SHERIFF IIncidents id t • Nov. 17, Scott St. Aubin, 38, Spooner, was arrested for domestic-related disorderly conduct. • Nov. 17, Kathryn St. Aubin, 57, Shell Lake, was arrested for domestic-related disorderly conduct. • Nov. 19, Erin Bearheart, 24, Hertel, was arrested for obstructing an officer and felony bail jumping. • Nov. 19, Travis Mehrhoff, 26, Luck, was arrested for extradition. • Nov. 19, Timothy Clark, 51, Frederic, was arrested for theft, burglary of building/dwelling and criminal damage to property. • Nov. 20, Craig Leverton, 45, Blaine, MN, was arrested for operating an ATV while intoxicated. • Nov. 20, Daniel Mitchell, 46, Blaine, MN, was arrested for operating an ATV while intoxicated.
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failed. The car went through the stop sign, across Ellis Ave. and into the ditch. No injuries were reported. • Nov. 17, Scott St. Aubin, 38, Shell Lake, was cited for failure to report an accident. • Nov. 17, a vehicle driven by Donny D. Schaar, Frederic, was northbound on Hwy. 35, turned left onto Hwy. 70. A southbound vehicle driven by Travis Causey, Chisago City, MN, hit the trailer Schaar was pulling. No injuries were reported. Schaar was cited for failure to yield. • Nov. 20, Jose Chavarria, 24, Siren was arrested for operating after revocation.
Traffic Operating Boat While Intoxicated • Monica Jo Fletcher, 41, Andover, MN, pleaded no contest, must seek alcohol assessment and was fined $452.50.
Underage Drinking • Alexander D. McKenna, 19, Madison, pleaded not guilty, must seek alcohol assessment and was fined $263.50. • Ryan G. Pfeifer, 19, River Falls, pleaded not guilty, must seek alcohol assessment and was fined $263.50.
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GRANTSBURG POLICE Operating While Intoxicated-second offense • Travis L. Mehrhoff, 26, Luck, pleaded no contest, was sentenced to 10 days in jail, had his license revoked for 12 months, must install ignition interlock on his vehicle, must seek alcohol assessment and was fined $1,379.
Theft • Lance M. Arthurs, 27, New Lisbon, pleaded no contest, was sentenced to 18 months in state prison, plus 24 months extended supervision and was fined $518. • Amir A. Slate, 23, Fort Wayne, IN, pleaded no contest, was sentenced to 25 days in jail (time already served) and was fined $1,457.11, which includes restitution.
Warrants issued week of Nov. 16: • Erye J. DeMarre, 37; Michael J. Ellis, 26; Shane F. Fagnan, 19; Trevor J. Guerin, 27; Steven F Hall, 44; Christopher L. MacLean, 32; Andrea M. Milek, 28;
• Nov. 22, Benjamin Stewart, 36, Siren, was arrested for obstructing an officer and disorderly conduct.
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ST. CROIX TRIBAL POLICE • Nov. 17, Jonathon Oiyotte, 36, Webster, was arrested for possession of methamphetamine. • Nov. 19, Michael Ford, 44, Hertel, was arrested for vehicle operator flee an officer, possession of drug paraphernalia, obstructing an officer, and operate without a valid license. • Nov. 19, Brianna Bearheart, 25, Hertel, was arrested for strangulation, operating after revocation, contempt of court, disorderly conduct, obstructing an officer and misdemeanor bail jumping.
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U.S. Bank, National Association successor by merger to U.S. Bank National Association, N.D. 4801 Frederica Street Owensboro, KY 42301, Plaintiff, vs. John M. Hedrix 8108 2nd Ave S Bloomington, MN 554201212
Jane Doe Hedrix 8108 2nd Ave S Bloomington, MN 554201212 Defendants. PUBLICATION SUMMONS Case No. 15-CV-132 The Honorable Kenneth L. Kutz Case Code 30404 (Foreclosure of Mortgage) The amount claimed exceeds $10,000.00 THE STATE OF WISCONSIN To each person named above as a defendant: You are hereby notified that the plaintiff named above has filed a lawsuit or other legal action against you. Within 40 days after November 25, 2015 you must respond with a written demand for a copy of the complaint. The demand must be sent or delivered to the court, whose address is 7410 County Road K #115, Siren, WI 54872-9067 and to Gray & Associates, L.L.P., plaintiff’s attorney, whose address is 16345 West Glendale Drive, New Berlin, WI 53151-2841. You may have an attorney help or represent you. If you do not demand a copy of the complaint within 40 days, the court may grant judgment against you for
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STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT BURNETT COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF GLORIA M. KETTERING Notice Setting Time to Hear Application and Deadline for Filing Claims (Informal Administration) Case No. 15 PR 44 PLEASE TAKE NOTICE; 1. An application for informal
administration was filed. 2. The decedent, with date of birth November 1, 1926 and date of death September 4, 2015, was domiciled in Burnett County, State of Wisconsin, with a mailing address of 27537 Stone Road, Webster, WI 54893. 3. The application will be heard at the Burnett County Courthouse, 7410 County Rd. K., Siren, Wisconsin, Room 205, before Jacqueline O. Baasch, Probate Registrar, on 1-12-2016, at 10:00 AM. 4. The deadline for filing a claim against the decedent’s estate is 2-15-2016. 5. A claim may be filed at the Burnett County Courthouse, Siren, Wisconsin. 6. This publication is notice to any person whose names or addresses are unknown. If you require reasonable accommodations due to a disability to participate in the court process, please call 715-349-2177 at least 10 working days prior to the scheduled court date. Please note that the court does not provide transportation. Ryan M. Benson, Attorney at Law BENSON LAW OFFICE, LTD P.O. Box 370 Siren, WI 54872 715-349-5215 1036463 /s/ Jacqueline O. Baasch Probate Registrar 11-17-2015 WNAXLP (November 25, December 2, 9)
REQUEST FOR PRICES The Burnett County Highway Department will receive sealed prices until 8:00 a.m., Tuesday, December 8th 2015 on the following items: (1) PAVEMENT ROUTER (2) 2016 TRI AXLE TRUCK CHASSIS (1) 2016 SINGLE AXLE CREW CAB PICKUP CHASSIS (1) 12 FOOT FLAT BED TO BE MOUNTED ON COUNTY SINGLE AXLE CHASSIS (1) 2016 CRACKSEALER Please mark on the outside of your envelope specifying what it is &RPSOHWH VSHFLÂżFDWLRQV FDQ EH REWDLQHG IURP 6FRWW Doornink, Shop Foreman, Burnett County Highway Department, 8150 Highway 70, Siren, WI. 54872. Telephone number 715-349-5345 (ext. 1454). The Burnett County Highway Committee reserves the right to reject any or all of the prices or to accept the price they deem most advantageous to Burnett County and to waive any irregularities in the proposal process. By order of the Burnett County Highway Committee. WNAXLP
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Jack Link’s is now hiring for the following positions: •Maintenance Supervisor •Sanitation 3rd Shift •Processing ... Fri, Sat, Sun. weekend-schedule •Food Safety and Quality Supervisor •Food Safety and Quality Lab Technicians •General Laborers Monday-Thursday •General Laborers Friday, Saturday, Sunday
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PUBLIC NOTICES STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT BURNETT COUNTY
U.S. Bank National Association, assignee of Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. as nominee for U.S. Bank N.A., Plaintiff, vs. James E. Johnson and Keri Jo Johnson, divorced, Defendants. NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE Case No. 15-CV-96 By virtue of a judgment of foreclosure made in the above-entitled action on August 31, 2015, 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, on December 8, 2015, At 10:00 a.m., all of the following described premises, to wit: Lot 1 of Certified Survey Map No. 4224, recorded in Volume 22, Page 244, as Document Number 392297, being a division of Lot 3 of Certified Survey Map No. 3661, Volume 18, pages 195-198, located in the Southeast 1/4 of the Northwest 1/4, Section 7, Township 38 North, of Range 18 West, Town of Wood River, Burnett County, Wisconsin. Tax Key No. 07-042-2-3818-07-2 04-000-013100. THE PROPERTY WILL BE SOLD SUBJECT TO ALL LEGAL ENCUMBRANCES. TERMS OF SALE: CASH or CASHIER’s CHECK (10% down payment at sale, balance due within ten (10)
days of Court approval). DATED at Siren, Wisconsin, on October 13, 2015. /s/ Ronald L.Wilhelm Sheriff of Burnett County, Wisconsin BASS & MOGLOWSKY, S.C., Attorneys for Plaintiff The above property is located at 12878 County Road D, Grantsburg, WI 54840. Bass and Moglowsky, S.C. Is a law firm/dept collector representing a creditor in the collection of a debt that you owe to said creditor. We are attempting to collect such debt and any information obtained from you will be used for that purpose. WNAXLP (November 11, 18, 25)
STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT BURNETT COUNTY Green Tree Servicing LLC, Plaintiff, vs. The Estate of Susan K. D’Jock a/k/a Susan K. Keding, Deceased, Defendant. NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE Case No. 14-CV-189 PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on September 16, 2015 in the amount of $71,134.51 the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: December 22, 2015 at 10:00 a.m. TERMS: Pursuant to said judgment, 10% of the
successful bid must be paid to the sheriff at the sale in cash, cashier’s check or certified funds, payable to the clerk of courts (personal checks cannot and will not be accepted). The balance of the successful bid must be paid to the clerk of courts in cash, cashier’s check or certified funds no later than ten days after the court’s confirmation of the sale or else the 10% down payment is forfeited to the plaintiff. The property is sold ‘as is’ and subject to all liens and encumbrances. PLACE: Burnett County Government Center. DESCRIPTION: Lots 5 and 6, Block 13 of the East Addition to the Village of Siren, according to the Plat thereof on file in the office of the Register of Deeds for Burnett County, Wisconsin. Said Plat being located in the SE¼SW¼, Section 8, Township 38 North of Range 16 West, Burnett County, Wisconsin. PROPERTY ADDRESS: 24051 4th Ave., Siren, WI 54872-8116. DATED: October 28, 2015. Gray & Associates, L.L.P. Attorneys for Plaintiff 16345 West Glendale Drive New Berlin, WI 53151-2841 (414) 224-8404 Please go to www.gray-law. com to obtain the bid for this sale. Gray & Associates, L.L.P. is attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. If you have previously received a discharge in a chapter 7 bankruptcy case, this communication should not
be construed as an attempt to hold you personally liable for the debt. WNAXLP (November 18, 25, December 2)
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Notice of Public Hearing, State of Wisconsin, County of Burnett, Monday, December 7, 2015 at 7:00 p.m., at the Burnett County Government Center in Room 165, Town of Meenon, Siren, Wisconsin. 1. VARIANCE #VAR-15-20 - NEER Public notice is hereby given to all persons in the Town of Scott, Burnett County, Wisconsin, that Andrew and Wendy Neer have made application relative to a proposal to vary the terms of the Burnett County Land Use Code of Ordinances as follows: To construct a garage at a reduced setback of 20 feet from the right-ofway of Kessler Road and at a reduced setback of 28 feet from a wetland, at 1880 Kessler Road, located in the RR-3 zoning district, Lot 7 Nicaboyne & Goose Lake, Section 3, T40N R14W. 2. VARIANCE #VAR-15-21 VOGEL/SCHWARTZ Public notice is hereby given to all persons in the Town of Swiss, Burnett County, Wisconsin, that Paul Schwartz has made application relative to a proposal to vary the terms of the Burnett County Land
Use Code of Ordinances as follows: To construct a dwelling at a reduced setback of 45 feet from the ordinary high water mark of Round Lake and at a reduced setback of 14 feet from the right-of-way of Round Lake Drive, at 7547 Round Lake Drive, located in the RR-2 zoning district, in Government Lot 3, Section 33, T41N R16W. Board of Adjustment Siren, WI Dated this 13th day of November, 2015. WNAXLP (November 18, 25)
APPLICATION FOR LICENSE Application for Retail Class B License To sell intoxicating liquors and fermented malt beverages. To the town board of the Town of Blaine, Burnett County, WI the Undersigned: Woodland Tavern, Timothy Robertson, Owner, 34002 Highway 35 Danbury, WI 54830 Hereby applies for Class B Fermented Malt Beverages and Intoxicating Liquor License from January 1, 2016 to June 30, 2016. Dated: 11/13/2015 Town of Blaine Stephanie Askin, Clerk WNAXLP (November 18, 25)
STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT BURNETT COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE NAME CHANGE OF: Jim A. Pattas
Notice and Order for Name Change Hearing Case No. 15 CV 185 NOTICE IS GIVEN: A petition was filed asking to change the name of the person listed above: From: Jim A. Pattas To: James Antonios Pattas Birth Certificate: Jim A. Pattas IT IS ORDERED: This petition will be heard in the Circuit Court of Burnett County, State of Wisconsin: Judge’s Name HON. KENNETH L. KUTZ Place Burnett County Circuit Courts 7410 County Road K #115 Siren, WI 54872 Date December 17, 2015 Time 1:30 P.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. Kenneth L. Kutz 11-16-15 WNAXLP (November 25, December 2, 9)
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What happened? Whatever happened to Thanksgiving? It seems to me that Thanksgiving has been lost. In the stores, in ads, in the media (and dare I say in our hearts) we went right from Halloween to Christmas. Thanksgiving has been delegated to a day for football and turkey, to the day before Black Friday instead of a time to reflect and give thanks for all the good gifts given by our heavenly Father. The attitude and practice of entitlement and consumerism has replaced the attitude and practice of thankfulness and gratitude.
Instead of being thankful for what we have, we think we deserve it and more. I’m reminded of the story of the ten lepers in the Gospel of Luke. In chapter 17 Jesus cleansed all ten but only one returned to give thanks. Verse 15-18 is as follows “ One of them, when he saw he was healed, came back, praising God in a loud voice. He threw himself at Jesus’ feet and thanked him — and he was a Samaritan. Jesus asked, “Were not all ten cleansed? Where are the other nine? Was no one found to return and give praise
to God except this foreigner?� I fear we’ve gone the way of the nine. Entitlement or gratitude — we all have a choice. I pray that this Thanksgiving we recognize the gifts God has given us ( not the least of which is life through faith in his Son, Jesus Christ) and we choose to give thanks.
Pastor Dave Prince Trade Lake Baptist Church
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28509 County Road H 1/8 mile north of A&H intersection Pastor Tryg Wistad 715-635-4816 www.crossroadschurch@gmail.com Sunday Worship 10:00 am Wed. Bible Study 7:00 pm Thurs. Women’s Bible Study 1:30 pm Sat. Men’s Bible Study 8 am
Just west of Askov on Hwy. 23 Auxiliary Mtgs start at 9:30 am Sacrament Meeting 11:20 am
LAKESIDE COMMUNITY LUTHERAN CHURCH, ELCA Cty Rd. H, 1/2 mile N. of Cty. A on H Office: (715) 635-7791 Pastor Bill Schroeder Sunday Worship: 10 am w/ communion Sunday School: 9 am All welcome www.lakesidelutheranwi.com
SACRED HEART OF JESUS & MARY CATHOLIC CHURCH Jct. Cty. Rds A & H • Crescent Lake Voyager Village Area. 715-866-7321 Fr. Michael J. Tupa, Pastor Mass: Thurs. 9:30 am Sun. 8:00 am Reconciliation as per bulletin & by appt.
ALPHA CALVARY COVENANT 11530 St. Rd. 70, Grantsburg 715-689-2541 Scott Sagle, Pastor Sunday Worship 10:30 am Sunday School: 9:30 am Bible Study: Wed. 7:30 pm
ATLAS ATLAS UNITED METHODIST UPPER ST. CROIX PARISH 2110 295th Ave. Cty. Rd. B Pastor Kris Johnson/ Pastor Mike Brubaker Worship: 11 am Sunday School: 11:15 am
CUSHING LAKETOWN LUTHERAN 2738 220th St. Pastor Marilyn Crossfield Worship: 10:45 am Sun. Sch.: 10:45 am (Sept. - May) Wheelchair Accessible
FIRST LUTHERAN
7520 Water St. • 715-866-8646 Rev. Eddie Crise, Sr. Pastor Rev. Thomas Cook, Assoc. Pastor Sunday Worship 8:45 am
OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP CATHOLIC CHURCH 7586 St. Rd. 77 • 715-866-7321 Fr. Michael J. Tupa, Pastor Mass: Fri. 9 am & Sat. 4 pm Reconciliation as per bulletin & by appt.
EKDALL COMMUNITY CHURCH 8 mi. north on Cty. Rd. F, Fire #13295 715-463-5408 • Dan Shadis, Pastor Meeting every Sunday at 9 am Potluck lunch following. Everyone welcome.
FALUN FIRST BAPTIST
Pastor Marilyn Crossfield Worship 9 am Sun. Sch. 9 am (Sept. - May) Wheelchair Accessible
Jeremy VanderGalien, Int. Pastor Sunday Sch. for all ages 9:30 am Church Service 10:45 am Youth Ministries 6:30 pm, Wed. Adult Bible Study 2 pm, Thurs.
DAIRYLAND
TRINITY LUTHERAN
THE WOODLAND CHURCH (A Wesleyan Church) Pastor Andrea Wittwer 33921 State Rd 35 • 715-244-3649 Sunday Worship 11 am Bible Study 6:30 pm, Wed. with potluck
DANBURY FAITH COMMUNITY CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 7534 Peet St. • 715-656-4010 Sunday: Adult Sunday School 9 am Morning Service 10 am Evening Service 7 pm Monday: Bible Study 6:30 pm
Carl Heidel, Pastor • 689-2271 Worship 9:00 am (Nursery prov.); 10 - 11 am coffee & fellowship; 10:15 - 11 am Sunday School (Sept. - May) A class for all ages. Everyone welcome. Comm. Every Sunday. Everyone welcome
FREDERIC SEVENTH DAY ADVENTIST
PILGRAM LUTHERANFREDERIC (ELCA)
ST. DOMINIC CATHOLIC CHURCH
Pastor Paul Peterson 507 Wisconsin Ave. N. 715-327-8012 Sunday Worship: 10:30 am Communion 1st & 2nd Sundays LWF3 - 5-7 - 1st & 3rd Wed of month www.pilgrimlutheranfrederic.org
Rev. Tom Thakadipuram 715-327-8119 Mass: Sat. 4:30 pm Sun. 10:30 am
CHURCH OF CHRIST 107 Elm St. • 715-327-8387 Minister: Guy McCarty, Gene Olson, Robert Rutherford Sunday 9 am - 12 pm Worship & Study
ST. LUKE’S UNITED METHODIST Pastor Arveda “Freddie� Kirk Church: 327-4436 Parsonage: 327-8383 Sunday Worship: 10:30 am Fellowship following Wednesday Service: 5:15 pm Church School: Wed. 3:45 - 5 pm Wheelchair accessible. Childcare available during service
WEST SWEDEN GRACE LUTHERAN 1638 345th Ave. • 327-4340 Rev. Thomas McShannock Worship 9:15 am; Sunday School 10:30 am Comm. 1st & 2nd Sunday
ZION LUTHERAN BONE LAKE 5 mi. E. of Frederic on W, 2 mi. S. on I (715) 472-8660 Pastor Mike Fisk Sunday School 9:15 am; Sunday Worship 10:30 am; Communion 1st Sunday; Contemporary Service 3rd Sunday.
Benson Rd. • 715-327-4956 Pastor Curtis Denney Sat. Service; Sabbath Sch. 9:30 am; Worship 11 am
IMMANUEL LUTHERAN CHURCH Pastor Jody Walter Office: 715-866-7191 Hm: 715-866-4622 10:45 a.m Church Service 9 am Sunday School Communion 2nd, 4th & 5th Sun.
GRANTSBURG CENTRAL UNITED METHODIST UPPER ST. CROIX PARISH 715-463-2624 Pastor Kris Johnson/ Pastor Mike Brubaker Worship 9 am; Fellowship 10 am; Christian Ed. Class (all ages) 10:30 am Nursery Available
IMMACULATE CONCEPTION CATHOLIC CHURCH Rev. Tom Thakadipuram Mass: Sun. 8:30 am Saturday 6:30 pm
CHICKEN COOP CHURCH Mission Developer: Peter Johnson 12119 N. Fork Drive 715-566-1992 A church of the unchurched for the unchurched Sunday Worship 6:30 pm
LIVING HOPE CHURCH Doug McConnell, Senior Pastor 715-463-5794 Chris Radtke, youth pastor Worship Services Sunday 9:30 am Sun. School 11 am Held at Grantsburg HS Auditorium
FAITH LUTHERAN Pastor Sandy Hutchens 715-463-5388 Worship 9:30 am Service on WCMP Radio (100.9 FM) Communion celebrated every Sunday Christian Education Wed. afternoon & evening www.myfaithlutheran.org
GRACE BAPTIST Rev. Brad Moore, Sr. Pastor; George Selbher, Assoc. Pastor 715-463-5699 Sun. Worship 10:15 am; Sun. Sch: 9 am Wed., 5:30 pm Supper for all, 6 pm All Stars, Youth Connection, Grace Nursery Sch: Tues. & Thurs., 9 am
BETHANY LUTHERAN Pastor Jay Ticknor • 463-5746 Worship 11 am Sunday School 9:30 am Nursery is available
WOOD RIVER CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP Dan Slaikeu, Pastor 715-488-2456 Worship 10 am Sun. School 10:30 am Mid-Week Bible Study Call for info
NEW HOPE LUTHERAN 685 W. State Rd. 70 715-463-5700 Emory Johnson, Pastor Sunday Worship Service 9:30 am Sun. School & Adult Bible Study 11:15 am Watch live and recorded sermons on our website www.newhopelutheranchurch.org
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HERTEL LAKEVIEW UNITED METHODIST S. of Hertel • Jack Starr, Pastor Worship & Sun. Sch. 9 am
LEWIS MEMORIAL UNITED METHODIST 3482 115th St. • 715-866-8646 Rev. Eddie Crise, Sr. Pastor Rev. Thomas Cook, Assoc. Pastor Worship 8:45 am; UMM/UMW 6:30 pm, 3rd Wed.
LUCK LUCK LUTHERAN 5th St., 510 Foster Ave. East 715-472-2605 Ralph Thompson, Pastor Sunday Worship Service: 10:30 am (Sept-May); Sunday School 9 am (Sept-May); Sunday Worship Service 9 am (June-Aug); Monday Evening Cont. Worship 6:30 pm (June-Aug)
WEST DENMARK LUTHERAN
Brian Pardun, Pastor 7686 Lofty Pines Dr. 715-349-5601 Sunday School 9 am Worship 10 am Fellowship follows Wheelchair Accessible www.sirencovenantchurch.org
1 mi. west of Luck on N & 170th 715-472-2383 Mike Rozumalski, Pastor & Linda Rozumalski, Pastor Worship: 10:00 am Fellowship following the Service Holy Communion: 1st & 3rd Sun., bring for food shelf.
JEHOVAH’S WITNESSES
MARKVILLE
ST. ALBAN’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH
Pastor Janeva Stromberg 320-679-1012 Council Chair 715-244-3301 Worship 11 am; Sun. Sch. 10 am
Andrew Bollant, Pastor Worship 9:30 am Wed. Youth 6:30 pm Wheelchair accessible
SIREN BETHANY LUTHERAN Paul Peterson, Pastor Worship: 8:30 am Sunday School: 9:45 am Coffee hour to follow service. Nursery available.
SPOONER
SIREN UNITED METHODIST 24025 1st Ave. S. • 715-866-8646 Rev. Eddie Crise, Sr. Pastor Rev. Thomas Cook, Assoc. Pastor Worship 10:15 am Sunday School 9 am (Nursery available) Youth Ministries Wed., 6 pm UMW, 1st Wed., 12 pm Bible Study 9 am Wed.
9 miles So. of Grantsburg on Hwy. 87 715-488-2296 Rev. Dale Van Deusen, Pastor Worship 9:30 am Sun. Sch. 10:45 am Wednesday Nights 6:30 pm Adult Bible Study 6:30 pm Jr. & Sr. High Youth Group www.traderiverefc.org
ZION LUTHERAN 11841 Cty. Rd. Z • 327-8384 Rev. Thomas McShannock Sunday School 9:45 am; Sunday Worship 11 am Communion 1st & 2nd Sunday
Gene E. Jahnke, Pastor 715-635-7672 Juct. Hwy 53 & 70 Worship 9:30 am Sunday/Bible Class 10:45 am; Sun. 7:40 am “Voice of Salvation” broadcast, WJMC 96.1 FM
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH 715-866-4111 Pastor Tim Quinn Worship 10:45 am Sun. Sch. 9:30 am AWANA & Jr/Sr High 6:30 pm, Wed.
WEBSTER GRACE UNITED METHODIST
TRADE LAKE BAPTIST
BEAUTIFUL SAVIOR EV. LUTHERAN CHURCH (WELS)
7425 W. Birch • 866-7157 Sun. Bible Class 9:30 am (all ages) Worship 10:30 am Bible Study 7 pm, Wed. (all ages)
EVANGELICAL FREE CHURCH
TRADE LAKE
SIREN ASSEMBLY OF GOD
CHURCH OF CHRIST
TRADE RIVER
Corner of Elm & Summit Streets 715-635-8475 Father Bob Rodgers Holy Eucharist: Thurs. 9:30 am; Sun. 10:30 am Holy Days as announced Sunday School 9:45 am Morning Prayer Mon - Thurs 8:15 am
Sunday Public Talk 10:00 am Watch Tower 10:40 am Cong. Bible Study Tues. 7:00 pm Ministry School 7:35 pm Service Meeting 8:05 pm
ZION LUTHERAN CHURCH
ST. PETER’S LUTHERAN Hwy. 35 & Cty. Rd. B • 472-8190 Robert Lubben, Pastor Sunday Worship Service: 9 am Sunday Sch.: 10 am
SIREN COVENANT
20750 Cty. Rd. Z (Just South on Cty. Rd. Z, off Hwy. 48) 715-327-8402 David Prince, Pastor Sun. Mornings – Something For Everyone Sun. Sch. 9:15 am Worship 10:15 am Wed. Eve. 6:30 pm AWANA & adult Bible study Everyone is Welcome! Nursery is provided! www.tradelakebaptistchurch.org
ST. JOHN THE BAPTIST CATHOLIC CHURCH
26503 Muskey Ave. So. 715-866-8646 Rev. Eddie Crise, Sr. Pastor Rev. Thomas Cook, Assoc. Pastor Sunday Worship 10:30 am Sunday School 9:15 am Bible Study - 1:00 pm, Tues. UMW 2:15 pm 2nd Tues.
Cedar and Muskey Ave. 715-866-7321 Fr. Michael J. Tupa, Pastor Wednesday Mass 5:30 pm Sunday Mass 10:00 am Reconciliation as per bulletin & by appt.
OUR REDEEMER LUTHERAN LCMS
YELLOW LAKE LUTHERAN
Pastor Jody Walter Off. 715-866-7191 Hm. 715-866-4622 www.facebook.com/ OurRedeemerWebster 9:00 am Church Service 10:45 am Sunday School & Choir Practice Communion 1st & 3rd Sundays
7615 County Rd. U • 866-8281 Pastors Douglas Olson, Myron Carlson & Danny Wheeler Worship Services - 9:30 am Communion 1st & 3rd Sun. www.yellowlakelutheranchurch. org
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Shop locally this holiday season — Small Business Saturday is November 28 — Shopping is a big part of the holiday season, when families and friends gather to reconnect and exchange gifts. While the popularity of shopping online has grown, such practices are not always eco-friendly or timely, as gifts bought online must be packaged and shipped, wasting valuable resources and time that last-minute shoppers may not have. The benefits of shopping locally go beyond convenience and the chance to reduce your carbon footprint. The following are a few ways that shopping locally this holiday season can directly benefit your community and the people who call it home.
the local economy by creating jobs that may not exist if you and members of your community fail to support local small businesses. COMMUNITY IDENTITY Local small businesses go a long way toward creating a neighborhood identity, and that identity can create a stronger sense of community among you and your neighbors. In addition, a unique community identity can make your town more attrac-
tive to outsiders, and that appeal can improve the value of local real estate while also attracting more people to local businesses in your neighborhood. UNIQUENESS OF GIFTS The gifts you buy when shopping locally also can benefit your community. Gifts purchased from small local businesses tend to be more unique than items bought from national chains, as smaller retailers tend to sell more homemade
LOCAL ECONOMY When men and women shop locally, they are putting money back into their local communities. Local small businesses may be owned by your neighbors, and it can be comforting to know that your holiday shopping dollars are going to support a neighbor instead of a large corporation. Local businesses also employ your neighbors, so shopping local can strengthen
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WISCONSIN BRIEFING Share the joy, not illness, this holiday season MADISON–As we gather with family and friends for the holidays, the Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) encourages everyone to take steps to ensure the holidays are remembered for the joy they bring, not for illnesses shared. “The first thing we recommend is to get a flu shot,” said Karen McKeown, State Health Officer. “This year’s vaccine appears to be a good match against the influenza strains we can expect this fall and winter.” The vaccine is safe and effective for everyone six months old and older, and protects against serious illness – especially important if holiday gatherings include babies, people over 65 years old, pregnant women, or people with compromised immune systems. McKeown adds that people traveling over the holidays also need to take pre-
cautions to avoid getting and spreading illnesses. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has tips to help you determine which vaccines may be necessary for specific destinations. In addition, there are other simple steps we all can take to avoid illness: •Wash your hands often with soap and water, or use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer. •Cover your cough or sneeze with your upper sleeve, and try to avoid touching your face with your hand. •If you use a tissue, throw it away after one use. •Use your own drinking cups and straws. •Avoid being exposed to people who are sick with flu-like symptoms. •Eat nutritious meals, get plenty of rest and do not smoke. •Frequently clean commonly touched surfaces.
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315 Oak St. • Frederic, WI 54837 • 715-327-4456
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PLUS! “UNBELIEVABLE” DOOR BUSTERS ALL DAY Both DAYS 3-in-1 Scarves Reg. $6.99.... 3.99 Aluminum Credit $ Wallet Reg. $14.99.................... 4.99 Mountain Lodge Merino $ Wool Sock Reg. $13.99......... 5.99 Fringe Infinity $ Sarves, Reg. $19.99................. 9.99 $
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THE BURNETT COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY PRESENTS . . .
December 5, 6 & 12 Saturdays, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Sunday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
“Snow-much Fun” Mr. & Mrs. Santa Claus
Santa’s Elves Store For The Children
Sleigh Rides
Delicious Food
Blacksmith Shop
Face Painting
Live Holiday Music Storytelling Silent Auction: December 5 & 6 only Holiday Shopping in the Gift Shop
For the booklover on your list, give a . . .
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Festival of Trees presented by Burnett County Lions Clubs Special trees decorated by members. Trees donated to Interfaith Caregivers.
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Stroll, Ski, Snowshoe 5K trail along the Yellow River
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Open Houses Saturday, December 5 0 12 noon to 3 p.m.
Holiday Traditions Saturday, December 12 0 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Gift Wrapping to benefit Regional Hospice 0 Scandinavian Treats Lefse & Krumkake Demos 0 FREE Make & Takes
After Hours Coupon Event Saturday, December 12 0 6 to 8 p.m.
Bring an unwrapped new toy to donate to our area Christmas toy drive & receive a 25% OFF COUPON to use that evening. Some restrictions apply. Enter our GRAND PRIZE DRAWING – valued at over $250 0 Acorn Pantry, 715-349-8995 0 Chattering Squirrel Coffee Café, 715-349-8282
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Hunters having supper Tis the season to shop... Stop in to see our unique store that offers quality gently used Furniture Clothing and Home Decor
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Above left, Jon Schafer of Webster lines up for Saturday Hunterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Supper at the Swiss Town Hall. Organizer George Costello said they made the switch to ham this year due to a forecasted shortfall on turkeys. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It was always tough to have turkey today when people have it again on Thursday â&#x20AC;&#x201D; the type of food doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t really matter because people come to socialize.â&#x20AC;? Above right, Skyler Winkler was busy delivering slices of pie.
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Siren . . . your destination for Holiday
Saturday, November 28 SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY Shop Local & Save in Siren! Plus a chance to win a
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Saturday, December 5 LIONESSâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; SANTA DAY Siren School 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
SANTA SKATE AT THE RINK Lodge Center Arena 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Sponsored by Burnett Youth Hockey Assn.
CHRISTMAS TREE LIGHTING 5:00 p.m. Burnett County Veterans Park Caroling, Hot Cider & Cookies
Saturday, December 12
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Above, Breckin Beauvais, along with the rest of his hunting party from Somerset, hungrily tears into the ham dinner. Below, rather than make the usual turkey gravy, Kathy Eckstrom was busy making Red Eye Gravy â&#x20AC;&#x201D; complete with pineapple and brown sugar.
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SAME AS CASH at ALL Chamber Businesses! Available at the Siren Village Hall
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The Pet Store will be helping you save locally. On Saturday Nov 28th from 7am - 9am we will be having our own 2 hour sale! Treats, Toys, Beds, Carriers and Kennels. Some items will be up to 50% off everyday price! Check out our website on Thursday to see which items will be on our sale under the current events tab.
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