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A. J. Flatten, Webster first-grader, was “truly one of the best dunkers” at the dunk tank in Webster on the Fourth of July, according to photgrapher Lucy Basler. The dunk tank was set up on Main Street as part of a fundraiser to support the new community library location. See back page to see some of A.J.’s victims. - Photo by Lucy Basler

Mental health behind bars

Prisons have slowly become substitute mental health hospitals in Wisconsin

by Greg Marsten Leader staff writer LUCK – Mental-health issues and incarceration seem to be colliding at an increasing rate in Wisconsin, and according to one of the top corrections psychiatrists, it is a harbinger of mental-health issues to come, and needs to be addressed.

Dr. Martha Rolli of Madison is director of psychiatry for the Wisconsin Department of Corrections, and while she has an insight into the changing state of the prison system mental-health issues, she is also on a campaign to address greater mental-health issues that society has been passing onto the state correction system, and the final product may be compounding the problems.

Rolli, who has several local connections and is the daughter of retired psychologist

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For many prisoners, their confinement is about more than just bars and concrete - it is within their minds and confining all the time. The cost of that treatment - or lack thereof - can be extraordinary to both potential victims and the taxpayers. - Special photo

Dick Ugland and wife, Pat, of rural Luck, was the keynote speaker in a video symposium at the Luck Museum on June 23. She addressed the topic of mental health and corrections with a crowd that included several local law enforcement, jail and sheriff’s officials, as well as counselors past and present and District 28 State Rep. Ann Hraychuck.

One of the trends Rolli noted in Wisconsin is a troubling rise in prisoners with mentalDr. Martha Rolli health issues, while at the same time, numbers in state mental health hospitals have dropped to 50-year lows. She noted that approximately 31 percent - or 7,200 individuals - in Wisconsin prisons have been identified as having a mental-health need. Of that pop-

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Sen. Jauch seeks re-election

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Library Board President Laura Rachford (L) accepts a $36,888 check from Nexen Groups owner and CEO Hutch Schilling. The Nexen donation matched donations to the library project in Webster between Aug. 11 and Dec. 31, 2009.

Nexen is not finished donating to the library project, however. A round two has been announced. Through the end of the year, they will match exactly half of any donation, up to $30,000. The Burnett Community Library is expected to move into its new location in the former Larsen building next year. Unlike the first round when Nexen matched donations dollar for dollar, Nexen will match one dollar for every two donated, up to $30,000. Schilling explained that this round two was for those who did not get in on the first round.

POPLAR — State Sen. Bob Jauch announced July 1 his candidacy for re-election pledging to continue to vigorously represent the values and priorities of the citizens of northern Wisconsin to strengthen our communities and work for improved economic vitality in the north.

“There is no more important responsibility for a public official than to work with local officials in the development of solutions that improve our lives,” he said.

“The record will show that I have been at the center of almost every major issue to assure that state government is responsive to northern Wisconsin’s unique needs and that necessary resources are available to help our region grow,” Jauch said.

“It goes without saying that the worst national economic collapse in 80 years has been hard on families and business, however, I am proud of worker training, unemployment compensation and other programs to help struggling families, who through no fault of their own are at risk.”

Jauch said that he was proud to be a major author of key economic development initiatives that have spurred growth in large and small businesses throughout the north. “I am truly excited for the 300 workers at Flambeau Paper in Park Falls whose jobs were saved by a strong government-private partnership. I am equally thrilled that a special small-business loan program that I helped create has benefited over 20 small businesses and protected hundreds of northern jobs.”

The lawmaker has been recognized by community officials for his leadership in obtaining state and federal funds to help northern communities invest in community buildings, libraries, schools, highways and university buildings that would not be affordable because the region lacks

Sen. Jauch the tax base to make these investments on their own.

He stressed that his priority is to aggressively make certain that northern Wisconsin citizens are treated as equals with citizens in the rest of the state. “My primary responsibility is to seek solutions so that our region can prosper along with more populated and wealthier communities. The one thing I never tolerate are opportunities available in southern Wisconsin but denied in the north. It is essential to obtain our fair share so that our children can have equal educational opportunity and our citizens can be assured of quality essential services.”

Jauch said that northern Wisconsin values guide him in his work in Madison. “The citizens of northern Wisconsin care very deeply about their neighbors and conscientiously work to help others who may be less fortunate,” he said.

“History will judge us not by how conservative we are but how committed we are to honestly face the challenges and work with others to achieve a community consensus to better the op-

portunity for all of us. Public officials are being called on to steer our state through the most difficult chapters in our history and candidates who play the traditional blame game and mouth simple sound bites aren’t up to the task of leading us out of the difficult times.”

In the last two years, Jauch had a record number of bills that were passed. He was credited for the passage of major child welfare and child-care reforms that restored the integrity of child care and saved taxpayers over $30 million. He sponsored over 25 bills that were adopted, most on a bipartisan vote.

“I share the public frustration with obstructionist, partisan politics where officials try to embarrass the other side for electoral advantage instead of embracing a common effort to achieve a public benefit. My goal is to get results, not be righteous. Whether it was the Great Lakes water compact where partisan politics tried to block our effort to protect the stealing of our water, or whether it amounted to confronting childcare fraud and abuse I have worked to be a problem-solver who crosses party lines and get things done.

“It is in the most difficult moments of history that true leaders stand to move society to a more prosperous chapter. I look forward to having the chance to help navigate our economy and work with the good citizens of northern Wisconsin toward better days ahead,” he concluded. — from Citizens for Jauch

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• Briefly • Heavy rainfall in June has eased the effects of an eight-year drought in northwestern Wisconsin and across most of northern Wisconsin. According to the DNR, the rain has helped many parched lakes that are fed by streams and tributaries but has had little or no effect on lakes that depend on groundwater seepage.

Another nearly 2 inches of rain fell on parts of Burnett and Polk counties on Monday evening.

••• SIREN - Lisa and Mark Hobbie have opened Rumors Bar and Grill in the Northwoods Crossing building on the southwest corner of the junction of Hwys. 35 and 70 in Siren. Rumors will be open seven days a week, from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m.

Monday through Thursday, with the bar opening at 4 p.m. Weekend hours are 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Daily specials will be offered. Nancy Jappe ••• LA CROSSE - Residential and business customers within the existing 715 area code should be prepared for the introduction of the 534 area code. CenturyLink announced that as of July 17, all customers located in the 715 area code will be required to dial the area code + seven-digit number (10-digit dialing) when making local calls from both landline and wireless phones. The Public Service Commission of Wisconsin ordered an overlay of the 715 area code to ensure that businesses and consumers continue to have access to telephone numbers from their carrier of choice. All customers with a 715 area code telephone number today will keep the 715 area code for that number. Phone numbers with the new 534 area code may be assigned after Aug. 14. The price of a call, local and long-distance calling areas and other rates and services of your provider will not change as a result of the area code overlay. What is a local call now will remain a local call regardless of the number of digits dialed. from CenturyLink

Passenger, 21, dies in two-vehicle accident BURNETT COUNTY A 21-year-old Dunn County woman died Wednesday afternoon, June 30, in a two-vehicle accident just north of the Burnett-Polk county line.

Erin Shipley, of rural Ridgeland, was the passenger of a vehicle driven by Heather M. Elfers, 20, St. Croix Falls, that went off the roadway on a curve into gravel, causing the driver to lose control as she tried to get back on to the road. The out-of-control vehicle traveled into the path of a vehicle driven by Nick Lundquist of Frederic, causing Lundquist’s vehicle to strike it almost broadside, between the front passenger door and the right front wheel.

Shipley, according to Burnett County Medical Examiner Mike Maloney, was wearing a seat belt and was not ejected. She died at Burnett Medical Center in Grantsburg from multiforce blunt injuries.

The accident occurred at approximately 5 p.m.

Elfers and Lundquist were hospitalized for their injuries.

The death was the fourth on Burnett County roadways in 2010.

Funeral services for Shipley were held Monday, July 5, at the Ridgeland Community Center with arrangements by the Rausch-Lundeen Funeral Home, Dallas and Cameron. - Gary King with information from medical examiner, Rice Lake Chronotype

Details of gun firing incident released Officer explains his side of story

by Gregg Westigard Leader staff writer BALSAM LAKE – The story at right (gray box) was to have been printed in the May 12 issue of the Leader.

Instead of running the story, we made a public records request for more information on the “gun testing.” After a delay of two months, the request was answered on July 6 with the release of two documents, a letter of reprimand from the office of the sheriff dated April 27 and a response from Sgt. Tim O’Hare dated May 14. We can now report more of the story.

The incident Both documents agree on what happened. On April 5, at about 1:15 a.m., Deputy Anthony Puetz had completed an intensive

The quiet of a small-town night?

by Gregg Westigard Leader staff writer BALSAM LAKE – Recently Polk County Patrol Deputy Anthony Puetz completed some work on his service weapon and needed to testfire it. Puetz received that permission from his supervisor, Sgt. Tim O’Hare.

The two of them went outside and behind the Justice cleaning of his department-issued service weapon, a Colt 9mm submachine gun. He was advised by his supervisor, O’Hare, to test-fire the weapon to make sure it was functioning properly. Puetz, under the direction of O’Hare, fired 32 rounds into the embankment south and west of the Justice Center at

Center to the hillside south of the building. There, Puetz fired 32 rounds into the hillside. At 1:30 a.m. The neighbors, awakened from their sleep in the middle of the night, were not pleased.

Sheriff Tim Moore confirmed the details of what happened. Information on any discipline of the two officers has not yet been obtained. about 1:30 a.m.

Someone filed a citizen’s complaint.

The follow-up (from the April 27 letter of reprimand signed by Steven Smith) On April 9, Steven Smith, lieutenant, field services, met with O’Hare to discuss the event. Also

present were Chief Deputy Steven Moe and union representative Al Bitz. Smith said that O’Hare was “appropriate and forthcoming” in his description of the events and took responsibility for the shots that were fired. Smith says that O’Hare offered to accept a letter of counseling with regard to the incident with the assurance that it would not happen again.

On April 19, Smith met with Sheriff Tim Moore and Moe. The letter states that “it was determined that the seriousness of this incident rises to a higher level than that of a letter of counseling.” It goes on to say “Sgt. O’Hare functions in the capacity of a frontline supervisor, and as such bears the burden of making professional decisions based on department policies and applicable laws and local ordinances.”

The letter states that Balsam

See Gun firing, page 4

Two swimming beaches closed

A sign at Big Butternut Lake swimming beach warns against swimming. - Photo by Mary Stirrat

POLK COUNTY - The Polk County Health Department has closed Big Butternut beach in Luck and Half Moon beach on 200th Avenue near Milltown due to high levels of fecal coliform bacteria.

High levels have been confirmed in a conclusive water test routinely done to determine water safety. The beaches will be closed until two consecutive tests resulting in acceptable levels are obtained.

The health department is currently testing the public beaches in Balsam Lake, Big Butternut beach, Half Moon beach and South Twin beach. Weekly tests have been conducted since late spring with acceptable levels maintained until recently.

The health department has recognized the need for a local beach monitoring program and an improved recreational water quality program for this area.

The collection of data from last summer’s program has helped the health department determine protocol for ensuring safe swimming beaches.

The testing consists of sampling for fecal coliform bacteria, an indicator of human and animal waste contamination. Current test methods cannot detect all pathogens (disease-causing organisms) or give instantaneous results. Current analytical methods do not distinguish between human and animal waste contamination.

Swimming in unsafe water may result in minor illnesses such as ear, eye, nose and throat infections, the most common being gastroenteritis (upset stomach). Children, the elderly, and people with weakened immune systems are at a greater risk of getting sick when they come in contact with contaminated water.

The Polk County Health Department recommends swimmers take caution when swimming at any beach, especially after heavy rains. Bacteria counts usually rise after a rainstorm at all beaches. The most frequent sources of disease-causing microorganisms are waterfowl fecal contamination,

sewage overflows, polluted city or agricultural storm water runoff, sewage treatment plan malfunctions, boating wastes and malfunctioning septic systems.

If you are concerned about swimmer’s itch, a type of dermatitis causing a rash and itching, swimmers should rub off with a rough towel before the water film dries on the skin surface. An immediate fresh shower after leaving the water is also effective.

For more information about swimming beach monitoring and safety, you can all the Polk County Health Department at 715-485-8532 or the BEACH Watch Web site at epa.gov/waterscience/beaches/ . - from the Polk County Health Department

Woman rescued after fall off rocks at Taylors Falls

TAYLORS FALLS, Minn. - A 23-year-old Minnesota woman is recovering after falling 20 to 30 feet off a cliff above the St. Croix River about a mile south of Taylors Falls, Sunday evening, July 4.

Kayle K. Canniff of Plymouth suffered cuts to her head but was conscious when EMS personnel arrived at the scene, just minutes after an emergency call was made at approximately 7 p.m. Canniff could be seen from the river by EMS personnel but could not be reached.

Members of the Taylors Falls Fire Department rappelled down the rocks to secure Canniff and then lowered her to the river where she was taken by National Park Service boat to the boat landing in Taylors Falls and then by ambulance to St. Croix Regional Medical Center. Her injuries were described as non-life-threatening by an officer at the scene.

There were two witnesses to the accident, according to a police report.

It was one year ago this month that a Lakeville, Minn., teen lost his life after falling 20 to 30 feet from a rock ledge at Interstate Park in Taylors Falls.

Wednesday, June 30, around 7:15 p.m., a fire started in the Frederic residence of Jodi Miller and Kathy Bloom, - Gary King with information on Second Avenue. Bloom was taken to the hospital but was released with no serious injuries. The house had ex- from Chisago County Sheriff’s tensive damage and has been deemed unlivable by the Frederic Fire Department. The cause of the fire is un- Dept. known and still under investigation. – Photo by Brenda Sommerfeld

Fire destroys Frederic home

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Mental health/from page 1 ulation, over 2,200 have a serious mental illness, and almost twice that number, 4,200, are on psychotropic medications for their mental issues.

“Even before typical population increases, we’re seeing a drop in state hospital (psychiatric inpatients) as prison rates increase,” Rolli said. “We want people with mental illness to live the fullest life possible.”

Rolli is not alone in questioning the trend in Wisconsin of prisons becoming treatment centers, in essence, for the mentally ill.

The trend is alarming to many, as the expenses grow, but it also spurs from policy changes at the state level, and one that seems to be similar in many other states. Psychiatric inpatient numbers at state hospitals fell from over half a million nationwide in 1956 to under 100,000 40 years later, in spite of increased national populations.

In other words, we have more people with mental-health issues, and fewer hospitals to treat them, but more of them in prison. The issue is maybe not a “chicken or the egg” issue, on which came first, but more of a “chicken or the omelet” issue on ignoring the root causes, and dealing instead with the final product: Crime.

Minnesota versus Wisconsin Rolli outlined how some other states deal with mental-health issues and criminality in dramatically different fashion, with Wisconsin seeming to be among the states with the highest ratio of mentally ill prisoners. Ironically, one of the most dramatic differences is with neighboring Minnesota, which has a more localized approach to dealing with mentally ill criminals.

“Minnesota and Wisconsin handle prison quite differently,” Rolli stated, pointing to current-population levels, and how the Badger State “is paying the price” - literally and figuratively - for a dramatic prison population increase a decade ago, mainly from 1993-1999.

“There was a public feeling that we weren’t tough enough on crime,” she said, pointing to a “heightened visibility on crime” as a state policy issue that by some estimates, increased prison sentences by 16 to 18 percent. As Rolli points out, it can cost as much as 20 times more to harbor a mentally ill person in prison than to keep them as a controlled, paroled or monitored member of the community.

Wisconsin harbors approximately 23,000 men and women in state prisons, while Minnesota has about 9,000 in prison, but many more under probationary controls than Wisconsin has. Minnesota’s prison population is indeed rising faster than Wisconsin, but has a “long ways to go to catch up,” Rolli said.

Those differences between the two neighboring states policies has skewed Wisconsin toward a totally state-run system, while Minnesota gives counties more leeway - and “financial motivation” - to find alternatives other than prison. Using a “community corrections” approach, Minnesota has given some of that power to the counties in exchange for subsidizing and assistance. That approach also forces Minnesota to seek more creative and possibly less costly approaches to mental-health treatment, instead of locking someone up and throwing away the keys.

Rolli points to unexpected issues with Wisconsin’s approach, including much higher suicide rates among prisoners, and equally high recidivism rates among the mentally ill, which she said compares with Minnesota’s, in spite of the dissimilar approaches.

“I really don’t think it’s (recidivism among the mentally ill) dramatically different between the states,” she said, illustrating that the Wisconsin approach may need some tweaking. “Minnesota has money structured into the counties, which leads to better fiscal responsibility.”

The issue of aging sex offenders One of the newly emerging issues among criminal populations across the nation is how to deal with mental-health issues after release. Most health-care policies won’t cover the specialized treatment needed by people with mental-health issues, especially those convicted of a crime worthy of prison, and in reality, prisoner health-care plans are obviously quite rare without jobs or any real income.

The correction problem also has an aging issue, literally. Even when released, aging excons with past sexual offenses on their records have a hard time finding nursing home care, ironically due to technology. No nursing facility wants to show up as the home of a convicted sex offender on one of many sexual predator Web site, which can be easily accessed online.

“Even when they’re beyond risk, nursing

homes don’t want past sex offenders,” Rolli said.

That has forced the state into nursing care, as well, as Wisconsin shies away from funding mental-health hospitals, concentrating instead on prison-based harboring of former sexual predators - often until the very end, as a result. That approach is not only exceedingly expensive, but has led to some states’ rethinking of current policies regarding health-care insurance and criminals.

Rolli pointed out possible changes in neighboring Illinois, where they are changing health insurance policies to reflect suspended policies and treatment while incarcerated, but renewed policies upon release.

That approach piqued the interest of Hraychuck, who also pointed out conflicting recent law changes that may let some nonviolent offenders out of prison early, but may be offset by toughened impaired driving laws, which may add to the prison population.

Both Rolli and Hraychuck agreed that the state has a serious shortage of alcohol or other drug addiction treatment programs, and letting people out of prison without the proper treatment is either a recipe for disaster, or at least encouraging reoffending.

“But locking people up in prison when there’s not enough AODA programs, well that‘s tough to justify,” Rolli said.

In reality, Rolli said the “at least 70 percent” of prisoners come into prison with substance abuse problems, with an even higher percentage among female prisoners. She said that there is an equally high number of prisoners with anti-social personality disorders.

She also pointed out the shortage of adequate counseling for prisoners, with just 15 full-time psychiatrists and 35-40 part-timers, for a ratio of about 1-to-300, twice that at the women’s facility in Taycheedah, and one fulltime psychologist for every 65 inmates with mental-health needs. Rolli said female inmates seem to have a much higher concentration of mental-health issues, and hence the higher ratio of doctors.

Her office has attempted to reduce inherent medication costs through the use of generic equivalents and even through a Minnesota-led program called MMCAP, where medications and equipment are purchased through a multistate agency pooling resource, reducing the costs for everyone involved.

“We really have cut down on the (prison medication) costs in the last few years,” Rolli confirmed.

NGI

So why are so many prisoners in need of mental-health care? Shouldn’t they be in mental institutions, instead? Rolli pointed out the dramatic reduction in mental hospitals and treatment facilities, and how the trend is to shy away from such institutions in recent years across the nation. But she also explained why so few people are judged “not guilty by reason of mental illness,” (an NGI plea).

“Under Wisconsin Chapter 917, it is not an easy thing to prove,” she said. Many famous cases would seem to have obvious NGI outcomes, such as the Jeffrey Dahmer case many years ago. However, as Rolli pointed out, one of the requirements of an NGI is that the perpetrator must lack the “substantial capacity either to appreciate the wrongfulness of his/her conduct or conform his/her conduct to the requirements of the law.”

“But generally, there’s no NGI if the person tried to cover up the crime,” Rolli said, and cited the Dahmer case as an example, where he admitted that if his beloved grandmother had come to his home, he would have tried to conceal his grisly murderous habits.

Nationally, only about 1 percent of all felonies have corresponding NGI defense, while about 4 percent of all mentally ill people who are incarcerated were found to be NGI. Statewide, about 4 percent of people in state mental hospitals are there due to successful NGIs. However, NGIs are not popular among juries, she said, since there is a feeling that an NGI is “letting people off.”

“In reality, state mental hospitals are very similar to prisons,” Rolli said, pointing out that some states, such as Wyoming, have no such NGI clause.

The reality of prison People have differing views on what prison is and what it should be. Those differences can vary dramatically between prisoners, as well. Some may experience huge emotional stresses, either from the dangers and limitations inside to the collapse of their previous lives outside, with the loss of jobs, freedom, spouses and family members, on

top of the requirements to change food, drug and social practices.

With so many people coming into prison with substance abuse problems, that alone can create volatile, hugely stressful situations.

Amazingly, prisoners take extraordinary risks to offset the realities of lock-up, including smuggling drugs and cigarettes, often facing the potential for up to six-month stays in solitary confinement.

“That always shocked me,” Rolli said, admitting that as a former smoker, she can “see the market,” but can’t understand risking half a year in solitary for a smoke.

Rolli pointed out that while all prisons and jails are confining and limiting, they must rely on that painful reality to discourage people from returning.

“Being in prison, [is meant to] remind you how much you don’t want to go back,” she said, but noting that to some people with mental health issues or other socialization problems, prison can actually be “liberating.”

“Yes, that’s true. It is stabilizing for some people,” Rolli stated. “Not just the homeless, but for some people prison is a little safer than life on the outside.”

Stable food and drink, a warm bed and clean clothes can be appealing to the habitually homeless or distraught. But even the most comfortable prisoner will eventually be released, which is when many of the issues come to a head. Inadequate treatment money means delayed treatment for almost all prisoners until it is absolutely necessary - or just prior to their release back into society, which means the habits are set and it may be too late.

Rolli said that transition programs and continual medication and counseling treatment are a necessary evil of release, and an area where the whole system is lacking - and not just in Wisconsin. She pointed out that while we struggle as a nation to get a handle on health-care costs, the very criminals who may need treatment the most are now competing for those same services and allotments with law-abiding citizens.

“Even those that are struggling to turn their lives around are now struggling to find those services,” she said. “Lack of psychiatric-care money is the same everywhere, especially without health care or a job ... unless they’re suicidal.”

That suicidal comment also led to the troubling revelation that doctors cannot make many of the so-called Chapter 51 declarations that would force a mental health evaluation of a person, such as someone who is suicidal or a threat to others. Only law enforcement can make that determination in Wisconsin, which is something that Rolli hoped would be addressed legislatively very soon.

Mental health court

One of the more innovative approaches to the mental-health and crimes issue is the socalled mental health court, the first of which in this state has started recently in Eau Claire County.

“They’re trying to get them the help they need without the prison system,” stated Burnett County Jail Administrator Terry Nesvold.

Hraychuck and Rolli both acknowledged the innovation behind the mental health court, which is similar in approach to the growing drug court models, where sobriety, lack of run-ins with the law and ongoing treatment become tools to avoid incarceration, and give potential prisoners a “last, last chance” before prison. The approach has been hugely successful by some counts and has the potential for saving money, as well.

“It’s an exciting change,” Rolli stated, noting that other states are attempting mental health court, as well, with general success.

Rolli said the approach is worth expanding, unlike some of the juvenile “boot camp” options, which she admits have not always worked in preventative juvenile treatment.

The mental health court approach is also a chance to possibly reduce incarceration costs dramatically, both to the state and to the community. A prisoner makes no real money, provides no real services or support for family members and is a general burden to taxpayers. A person with mental-health issues that collide with the courts but stays “on the outside” to treat the root problems can have a multiple benefit to society, by continuing to work, pay taxes and support, and help others with similar battles.

“If we can attach ‘it saves money’ to a program, then that’s maybe where we need to go!” stated Hraychuck.

Gun shooting/ from page 3 Lake has an ordinance that prohibits the discharge of a weapon within the village limits. It says that O’Hare should have been aware of the alarm and concern that the gun firing would have on nearby residents.

The letter of reprimand was imposed against O’Hare “for poor use of judgment” in directing Puetz to discharge a firearm within the village limits, a “violation of village ordinance 240-2(c)”.

O’Hare acknowledged receipt of the letter with an undated signature where he stated: “In regards to my continued employment I accept receipt of this letter to be reviewed by my union rep – WPPA.” O’Hare’s response (from a letter dated May 14 addressed to the Public Protection Committee and Sheriff Moore) O’Hare says he received the letter of reprimand from Lt. Smith on May 5.

O’Hare says that Smith made clear to him that Moore was “solely responsible” for the decision to issue a letter of reprimand instead of the initial letter of counseling.

“I do not dispute the basic facts of this incident,” O’Hare writes. “I believe it was my duty and responsibility to ensure that this weapon was functional prior to return to duty.”

O’Hare goes on to state “It is not illegal to fire weapons at night” and continues that while the firing was called a violation of a Balsam Lake ordinance, this was not the first time a weapon had been testfired at the location.

O’Hare notes that the April 19 meeting came three days after he had announced his candidacy for sheriff and calls the timing “disconcerting.”

The response letter requests that Moore reconsider the reprimand letter. O’Hare concludes by requesting that if Moore does not reconsider, his request should be forwarded to the public protection committee for a possible grievance hearing.

More from O’Hare In a long phone interview with the Leader Tuesday evening, July 6, after the two documents had been released, O’Hare offered some more comments on the incident.

O’Hare said the submachine gun was Puetz’s weapon of choice for high level threat type situations. He said that deputies have a variety of weapons for use in different situations. The weapon tested had just been serviced and needed to be fired to assure that it was operating properly.

O’Hare said the testing needed to be done then, at that time of night, because Puetz was soon going out on patrol and needed to have the weapon available.

O’Hare said that the upcoming schedules of the two men would have delayed the testing for six days if they had not tested it then.

“It was a balancing decision,” O’Hare said. “Test it then or put off the testing for six days.

An incident might have happened during that time where Puetz needed the weapon.”

“I thought the sound would not be an issue,” O’Hare said. He said the firing spot was an indentation in the hillside below the towers, a spot that had been used before without incident.

There was one initial complaint, O’Hare said, made by a couple who lived over the hill and south of the Adult Development Center. He said they called dispatch and were told it was a test-firing. O’Hare said that the reaction to the testing has grown as an issue since that one complaint.

“The time of day, in hindsight, was not the best,” O’Hare said. “I felt it was important to get the weapon back in service.

It was a balancing act.”

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Obey hopes to appropriate $1 million for Burnett County Money would be used for communication towers

by Sherill Summer Leader staff writer SIREN - Burnett County has long known that they have much to accomplish before they can switch to the narrowband radios required by the federal government in

2013. A consultant has been hired to work out the details on the tower and equipment side, but the county has yet to work out how they will pay for the estimated $3.4 million price tag.

Congressman Dave Obey has announced that he may have secured $1 million for the project. “Clear communications between our emergency responders can mean the difference between life and death,” said Obey in a press release. “This funding will help Burnett County

emergency responders do their job safely and effectively.”

The money has made it through the U.S. House’s Justice and Science Appropriations Subcommittee. The bill must still be approved by the full House and Senate and be signed by the president before it becomes law. Obey added, however, that having the funds included in the current bill means that “a major hurdle has been cleared.”

Charles Wright honored by Grantsburg Rotary Club of Rotary. It can be awarded by a Rotary Club to any person, whether a Rotarian or not, who is deemed worthy of the honor.

A Paul Harris Award costs $1,000, which is paid to the Rotary Foundation. The recipient is known as a Paul Harris Fellow, and receives a medallion on a blue and gold ribbon, a special lapel badge and a citation signed by the president of Rotary International and the chairman of Rotary Foundation Trustees.

“He has the confidence of many people,” said Erickson. “Charles has gained all our respect.”

Loretta Brown, the only non-Rotarian to receive the Paul Harris Award from the Grantsburg Rotary, was present for Wright’s recognition.

Brown received her award in 2008 for her nearly 80 years of service to the community.

A gracious Wright accepted his award with thanks to his fellow Rotary members and these words, “All of you deserve this more than I do.”

by Priscilla Bauer Leader staff writer GRANTSBURG – A humble Charles Wright stood quietly as friends Mike Giles and Bruce Erickson read from a list of his many contributions to the Grantsburg community.

Wright’s involvement in numerous community projects and organizations over the years, including his volunteer work for the Central United Methodist Church, the library and the food shelf, has not gone unnoticed by his fellow Rotary members.

Wright served for many years as a Boy Scout master, started the Grantsburg School Ski Club, and has been a member of the Grantsburg Legion for 51 years, serving for many years on the post’s burial duty. He has also served on many boards and helped build five Habitat For Humanity homes.

For all his contributions Wright was chosen by his fellow Grantsburg Rotary members to receive the prestigious Paul Harris Award, which was presented to him by Giles at the organization’s June 29 meeting.

Paul Harris, one of Rotary’s founders, was very involved in its development, growing from a single club in Chicago in 1905 into the global organization it is today.

The Paul Harris Award was set up in memory of his work to recognize outstanding contributions to the ideals

LEFT: Charles Wright was chosen by his fellow Grantsburg Rotary members to receive the prestigious Paul Harris Award, presented to him by his friend Mike Giles at the organization’s June 29 meeting. Wright was recognized with the award for his many contributions to the Grantsburg community. – Photo

by Priscilla Bauer

Grantsburg teachers contract settled

by Priscilla Bauer Leader staff writer GRANTSBURG – Cindy Jensen, a member of the Grantsburg School Board’s personnel committee, reported on the status of negotiations with Grantsburg teachers at the board’s June 28 meeting.

“It went really well,” Jensen told her fellow board members of the staff vote of 56 to 2 to ratify their contract.

Keith Lehne, teachers representative in the bargaining process, was present at the board meeting and agreed with Jensen’s assessment. “These were the quickest negotiations I’ve seen since being involved,” said Lehne. “The staff was overwhelmingly supportive of the contract.”

One of the major changes involved in the teachers contract involved health insurance coverage.

The teachers agreed to change to a Preferred Provider Organization which requires staff to visit doctors within a certain network in order to receive coverage from the full-indemnity plan they had been enrolled in. The full-indemnity plan allowed much more freedom in managing healthcare needs with the staff able to choose any doctor, hospital or clinic.

“By changing to the PPO from the indemnity plan, the staff saved 4.1 percent off the indemnity health insurance cost.

These savings were applied to cost-of-living increases for teachers and support staff during the two-year contract term,” explained Superintendent Joni Burgin.

“The insurance change allowed them to have a cost-of-living increase. The teachers also made a major change to their retirement language,” said Burgin.

“Both the teachers and support staff settlements reflect the state settlement average,” Burgin told the board.

As to how Grantsburg compared with other Wisconsin districts in the staff settlement, board President Dave Ahlquist commented, “We’re in the ballpark.”

The support staff contract also ratified their contract. The total package increase for 2010 will be 2.96 percent (2.5-percent wage increase). That compares to a 4-percent increase last year (1-percent wage increase, the rest being insurance costs).

Budget amendments approved The board also approved 2009-2010 budget amendments due to additional revenue from open enrollment revenue for the school district and for Insight Schools.

Renegotiations of the Management Service Agreement with INSIGHT also brought the district more revenue. And

Student Achievement Guarantee in Education revenue increased due to the increase in poverty.

The Grantsburg Middle School roof project was added to the budget as expenditure as part of the amendments.

The board also voted to authorize the Designated Fund Balance for 2010-2011 with the 2009-2010 ending general fund balance to be designated for the following expenditures in FY 2010-2011; SAGE carryover, building site and maintenance needs, legal fees, Fund 73 ARC contribution, and technology.

In a related press release, Burgin reported the administration had successfully refinanced school building debt saving taxpayers $156,397.

“We took advantage of the lower interest rates and refinanced school debt to save taxpayers money,” said Burgin.

“The current market yielded lower interest rates than what the interest rates were when the debt was first incurred.

We were able to reduce the four remaining years of the bond issue significantly.

We refinanced the Series 1999A bonds that were callable on Oct. 1. This means a reduction in our district’s debt service levy (taxes) over the remaining life of the bond issue (four years), approximately $39,000 per year off of the debt service levy,” Burgin explained.

Handicapped lift project The board heard a progress report from architect Craig Selander on the GHS mezzanine handicapped lift construction project. Selander recommended the board accept the low bid of $75,000 for construction submitted by Anderson Construction of Frederic.

Selander said he had worked with Anderson on several projects and could vouch for the quality of his work. On Selander’s recommendation, the board voted to approve Anderson Construction’s bid for the project.

Selander said a preconstruction meeting was set for July 7, and the project should be completed by Aug. 30 with the lift to be installed in September.

The board also approved a 10-percent contingency fund for unexpected expenses, which may come up during construction.

Selander said he expected to keep the costs within the $100,000 budget limit. “I think we’ll be under the budget,” said Selander.

Funding for the project will come from the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act.

Revised curriculum Grantsburg Elementary Principal Katie Coppenbarger, who is also the district’s curriculum coordinator, presented information to the board on the revised language arts curriculum, which will use the Common Core Standards.

According to the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction Web site “the process to implement Common Core State Standards to improve student achievement requires understanding the content of the standards, developing curriculum that reflects the standards, and then providing resources for teachers to develop lesson plans to teach those standards.”

“It’s been quite an endeavor. We’ve empowered the teachers with a process, and there’s no way our teachers won’t be better off with this,” said Coppenbarger.

“It’s much more teacher friendly,” said the district’s reading specialist, Bridget Nevin, of the new curriculum.

After reviewing the extensive document, board member Russ Erickson commented, “This is quite a document. We’re ahead of the state.”

The board then voted to approve the revised language arts curriculum.

New mandatory kindergarten law Coppenbarger reported there would need to be changes made in the elementary school handbook when a new Wisconsin law goes into effect for the 2011-2012 school year. The new law requires all children to have attended kindergarten before they can enter first grade.

Current Wisconsin law requires all children to attend school at the age of 6 years with kindergarten attendance left optional.

Coppenbarger said attendance will be mandatory and truancy enforcement will apply. A new policy will be written and presented for approval in August, Coppenbarger told the board.

In other board action The board heard the transportation committee’s report on negotiations with the district’s bus drivers. Erickson said the drivers have the committee’s proposal and that he was confident an agreement would be reached within the next week.

The board voted to approve the student handbooks for Grantsburg elementary, middle and high schools and for Insight School of Wisconsin.

The board approved the contract for the annual school district audit with Stotz and Co., certified public accountants despite some questions regarding substantial increases in the audit fee the past two years.

Board members noted Stotz has always done a good job for the district and also was a great help with the Insight School audit. It was also noted Stotz knows the district’s system and works well with the staff.

The board approved the resignations of sixth-grade teacher Elissa Hinze and the district’s head golf coach, Bruce Teigen.

The board approved a 100-percent school psychologist contract for Ashley Lunning.

NWE retirement Al Madsen and John Dahlberg mugged for the camera during an office retirement party held in their honor last week at the Northwestern Wisconsin Electric’s Grantsburg office. Madsen and Dahlberg both worked out of the Grantsburg office, with Madsen retiring after 30 years and Dahlberg after 41 years. A company retirement party is being planned for all of this year’s NWWE retirees later this summer. - Photo by Priscilla Bauer

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Outdoor drinking (smoking) at Grantsburg bars

Village prepares for smoking ban

by Gregg Westigard Leader staff writer GRANTSBURG – Smoking is not allowed in Wisconsin bars and restaurants under a new law that went into effect July 5.

Many bars have adapted to the change by moving outdoors. The bars in Grantsburg are part of that move, adapting to new regulations passed by the Grantsburg Village Council at its June 14 meeting. The various actions were the final steps in a discussion that has gone on for several months.

Grantsburg has five bars or restaurants with bars. Each will have some form of outside drinking area. (Note: Many of the bars in Grantsburg seem to have more than one name.)

Rendezvous/Hummers on Madison Avenue (the Main Street downtown) has had a patio deck in the back since last year. There are now tables with awnings where patrons can take drinks outside.

Across the street, Denny’s Downtown Lanes (it has a bowling alley) has built a patio drinking area in back.

As a side note, both Hummers and Denny’s have expanded into empty next door spaces. Each will now have a large room special occasions and events.

The American Legion, on Oak Street

Dreamers St. Croix Bar and Grill has a three horseshoe pites beside its building on Hwy. 70.

To shield off access from children, a small fence has now been built in front of the trees that formerly shielded the site. - Photo by Gregg Westigard across from Memory Lake, has started work on an outdoor area behind it building. Legion members were hard at work over the weekend.

Both drinking establishments up on Hwy. 70 are also setting up outside areas, but in different ways.

Dreamers St. Croix Bar and Grill, formerly the St. Croix Grille & Pub, on the west end of town, has three horseshoe pits between the bar and the fitness center

next door, together with two picnic tables on the grass. Children were protected from access to the site by three small trees.

Dreamers now has installed a small fence in front of the trees so patrons can drink in a secured area while they pitch their horseshoes. (The fence requirement by the council was passed with a 2 to 4 vote. The negative votes came from one council member who apparently wanted a fence on each end of the pit and one who

thought any fence was unnecessary.)

Lastly, T-Dawgs/Woodland Grill & Pub, on the east end of town, already has a small patio in front of the bar, behind a low brick wall. The bar has built a volleyball court south of the convention center part of its building, across the drive to some storage sheds. The discussion at the council meeting was whether a fence needs to be built around the entire volleyball court to keep children out of an area where adult volleyball players might carry their drinks. The council, by a 5 to 1 vote, is requiring a fence on the side of the court next to the paved drive. As of last weekend, that fence has not been built.

The permission to drink outside has other angles. While summer patios have been in use for years, the move to establish outdoor smoking area brings in new questions. What happens in the winter?

Can the outdoor areas be roofed and heated? When does outdoors become indoors? Also under discussion has been whether a bar can be set up outside (no) and whether music, live or jukeboxes, can be played outdoors (no, with exceptions).

This last issue came up because three of the bars are near residential areas. Another question that has not been officially addressed is who will enforce the smoking ban.

Smokers in Grantsburg seem to be protected.

Grantsburg graduate chosen Rotary Teacher of the Year

by Priscilla Bauer Leader staff writer GRANTSBURG - Mark Johnson’s former teachers laughed as their 1980s Grantsburg High School yearbook photos appeared on the screen above them.

Johnson was presenting his bio to Grantsburg Rotary Club members at their June 29 meeting via some of the high-tech equipment he uses in his classroom.

The Rotary members were noticeably impressed by Johnson’s demonstration.

A Grantsburg native and 1985 GHS graduate, Johnson, now a math and physics instructor at his alma mater, had just been named Rotary Teacher of the Year, and was more than a little enthusiastic about showing the group some of the newest technology for teaching students.

Johnson attended Bethel College in St. Paul where he earned a Bachelor of Arts in math secondary education with a minor in business.

He returned to the Grantsburg area

after accepting a teaching position at Webster High School in the fall of 1990. Johnson taught at Webster for eight years before taking a position at GHS in 1998.

Johnson continued to further his education receiving a physics certification and a Master of Science teaching in physics from the University of Wisconsin-River Falls. He is also a part-time teacher for the Insight School of Wisconsin, Grantsburg School District’s virtual school.

“This year Grantsburg Rotarians have chosen Mark Johnson as the Teacher of the Year. He is surely an excellent choice and deserves to be so honored,” said GHS Principal Stan Marczak.

Marczak made the following remarks, describing Johnson as a dynamic teacher who brings many talents and skills to his classroom.

“Mark takes his responsibility as a math instructor very seriously, providing a broad range of expertise to our district.

Mark has repeatedly demonstrated his re-

A Grantsburg native and 1985 Grantsburg High School graduate, Mark Johnson, now a math and physics instructor at his alma mater, who had just been named Rotary Teacher of the Year, was more than a little enthusiastic about showing the Rotary members some of the newest technology for teaching students. – Photos by Priscilla Bauer

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by Mary Stirrat Leader staff writer BALSAM LAKE — Area skateboarders could be testing out the first-phase elements — a flat grind rail, a bench and a quarter pipe — at the Balsam Lake skate park by this time next month.

Chris Sondrol of the village board told his fellow board members at the July 6 meeting that a different company has been selected to supply the pieces, which will be ordered this week and arrive within four to six weeks.

The reason for the change, he said, is that the former company could not split up the components in a way that fit Balsam Lake’s budget. As it is, trading out a small ramp that was in the original phase one plans for a 3- by 8-foot quarter pipe will cost $1,000 more than initially budgeted.

The chamber of commerce, said President Chris Nelson, will pay for half the unexpected additional cost. A fund has been established for that purpose, he said.

“We’ve been telling the kids in town this is coming,” said Nelson. “It will be part of the chamber’s agenda until it’s done.”

Three additional elements will be purchased in the future, including another larger quarter pipe, a bank and ramps.

These three elements will come to about $40,000.

Village attorney The sudden death of village attorney John Schneider in late June has left several area communities, including Balsam Lake, without legal counsel.

The board agreed to initially hire an interim attorney, and local attorneys Tim Laux, Mark Biller and Bruce Anderson were among the names mentioned.

According to discussion at the meeting, both Biller and Anderson may be able to help out on a limited basis but not as an interim village attorney. Both have served the village in the past.

The board agreed to offer the interim position to Laux, then pursue an official village attorney at a future date.

Freedom Festival Balsam Lake’s Freedom Festival was a success on all counts, according to discussion at the July 6 meeting of the Balsam Lake Village Board.

“I think we feel like it was a big success,” said Chris Nelson of the chamber of commerce. Forty businesses were involved, he said.

Village President Guy Williams said he had received good comments on the weekend, and board member Mike Voltz said people were especially happy about the board’s decision to allow them to carry alcohol from Main Street to the park.

“That was a very good change that we made,” he said.

Police Officer in Charge Jennifer Hanson described the weekend as “surpris-

ingly quiet.” There were several minor incidents, including two adults who went skinny-dipping at the beach.

The biggest issue, she said, was people carrying open alcohol on CTH I. In order for open containers to be allowed, said Hanson, the road has to be closed to traffic.

Nelson invited the board to the August meeting of the chamber of commerce. At that meeting, he said, the activities and schedule for the 2011 Freedom Festival will be decided.

“We’ll be setting up next year’s Freedom Festival at that meeting,” Nelson said.

He also noted that Corby Stark, who has organized the parade for the past several years, will no longer be handling that aspect of Freedom Fest. The chamber will be looking for someone to transition into Stark’s role, said Nelson.

Bike tour One of Bike Wisconsin’s three tours in 2010 will begin and end in St. Croix Falls, bringing about 400 bicycles to Polk County later this week and into next, Carl Holmgren told the board.

The Bike Northwoods tour will begin July 10 in St. Croix Falls, looping through Rice Lake, Spooner and Siren before heading back south to finish in St. Croix Falls July 16.

Wisconsin, noted Holmgren, is ranked the second-most bicycle-friendly state by the League of American Bicyclists.

More information can be found at www.bikewisconsin.com, along with information on a tour through southeast Wisconsin from July 1 through Aug. 6. A third tour sponsored by Bike Wisconsin was held in June and took cyclists through central Wisconsin to Baraboo, then west to the Mississippi River.

Other business • The next meeting of the chamber of commerce will be held July 26 at Paradise Landing starting at 5 p.m. The chair of Royal Credit Union will be commenting on the role of credit unions in the community.

• With Trustee Dave Knutson opposed, the board voted not to refund to Sunset View Resort any of the $150 in licensing fee renewals for selling alcoholic beverages. Sunset View was requesting a refund because the establishment was sold just before the licenses became due, but the applications were due for renewal at that time.

• The board agreed to allow the fire department to hold a practice burn at a shed formerly owned by Ken Mosay but located on village property.

• Jeff Reed, chair of the streets committee, reported that Cedar Corporation is working on an application for a transportation enhancement grant through the Department of Transportation. If successful, the grant would provide 80 percent of funds needed to put in a bike/pedestrian trail from Main Street to Royal Oaks out to CTH I.

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Discouraged workers.

It’s the catch phrase of our times as we listen to news reports of the number of people on unemployment who have given up in their search for a job.

Unemployment benefits are running out. People are filing bankruptcy (Chapter 128, a unique alternative to full bankruptcy, is especially gaining in popularity, according to the Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel) and eyeing the horizon, ready to head for greener grass - if it exists - in another part of the country. Not unlike our local high school graduates who are fortunate if they can find employment that allows them to settle in their hometowns.

Still, some of the economically cmfortable among us look on with critical eyes and downshift into the “suck it up” mode, telling us the unemployed just aren’t looking hard enough.

It has nothing to do with the number of available jobs or jobs you’re qualified for - it’s how bad you want it.

“If you really WANT a job you can find SOMETHING to do,” wrote a blogger in response to a recent newspaper story on discouraged workers. “There are many that feel jobs are ‘beneath’ them. If you have bills to pay, take what you can get. In college I hand weeded fields, tough work but it paid cash.”

OK. Well, be prepared to purchase some gloves.

Or perhaps job seekers could find their way into one of those highway projects that politicans always seem to believe will help end the job drought.

Please tell us, who benefits from those projects again? Already employed engineers and construction workers? It’s been a long time since we’ve seen a highway project hire 40 men with shovels.

Jobs that pay so poorly they send you to - or keep you at - the poverty level and away from any semblance of the American dream, represent a holding pattern, a lifeline - and perhaps, something we all need to endure on the way to a career.

Those are the jobs you need two or three of to survive. And the odds of finding and holding down three part-time jobs or one full-time and two parttime jobs aren’t good.

Meanwhile, the fear factor, not only for the unemployed - but the employed - is on the rise.

“I feel lucky to have a job,” is the new slogan of the masses.

And how many of us are staying in our jobs just for health insurance benefits?

Someone recently suggested that a better Medicare system might allow those people to retire, creating new job openings simply by leaving the workforce.

“It would be a job creation program in itself,” he noted.

In Minnesota, legislators are looking to join Wisconsin and 40-odd other states by passing a law that would allow employers to pay between $2 and $3 an hour in wages if the worker is allowed to keep tips. But in this economy, can you rely on the consistency of those tips?

There’s a real “Road Warrior” feel to the country these days - the group of “gots” being further outnumbered by the “got nots.”

A Washington Post story this week focuses on a study on whether money plays a factor in happiness. The study found that while money may not be able to buy love it can certainly provide some happiness. But cold, hard cash alone isn’t what it’s all about - it’s about being in control of your life, feeling respected and having friends and family to rely on you in a pinch.

That’s where a job becomes the linchpin in our lives. And while there are certainly those out there who don’t want to be tied down to a job, to suggest those searching aren’t looking hard enoug, may be the ultimate insult to those are who serious about employment.

Amber Alert To take part in our poll, go to theleader.net and scroll down to the lower left part of the screen • See front page for this week’s question

• Where to write • President Barack Obama 1600 Pennsylvania Ave. Washington, D.C. 20500 www.whitehouse.gov/contact/ Governor Jim Doyle P.O. Box 7863, Madison, WI 53707 wisgov@mail.state.wi.us Congressman David Obey (7th District) 2462 Rayburn Office Bldg.

Washington, D.C. 20515 or Federal Building, Wausau, WI 54401 (715) 842-5606 Rep. Nick Milroy (73rd District) Room 221 North, State Capitol P.O. Box 8952, Madison 53708 E-mail: rep.milroy@legis.state.wi.us

Rep. Ann Hraychuck (28th District) State Capitol, P.O. Box 8942 Madison, WI 53708 Phone: 608-267-2365 • Toll free: 888-529-0028 In-district: 715-485-3362 rep.hraychuck@ legis.state.wi.us Rep. Mary Hubler (75th District) Room 7 North, State Capitol P.O. Box 8952, Madison, WI 53708 or 1966 21-7/8 St., Rice Lake 54868 (715) 234-7421• (608) 2662519 rep.hubler@legis.state.wi.us U.S. Senator Herb Kohl 330 Hart Senate Office Bldg.

Washington, D.C. 20510 (715) 832-8492 senator_kohl@kohl.senate.gov

Senator Robert Jauch (25th District) Room 19 South, State Capitol P.O. Box 788, Madison, WI 53707 E-mail: Sen.Jauch@legis.state.wi.us Senator Sheila Harsdorf (10th District) State Capitol, P.O. Box 7882 Madison, WI 53707 (608) 266-7745 • (715) 2321390 Toll-free - 1-800-862-1092

The Amber Alert success stories are few and far between - 26 children in danger have been rescued since 2003. Not overwhelming - but a successful number from any perspective.

On Monday of this week, a citizen was listending to a Brewers game in his vehicle when the broadcast was interupted for an Amber Alert. The citizen noted the suspect vehicle was in front of him on the freeway in Kenosha County. The Wisconsin State Patrol and Kenosha law enforcement officers stopped the vehicle. There were five children in the car - three of them the focus of the Amber Alert.

According to the state attorney general’s office, the Amber Alert Program is a collaborative partnership between law enforcement agencies, other state agencies, and broadcasters to alert the general public when a child is abducted. Partners to the program include the Wisconsin Broadcasters, Dane County 911, the Wisconsin Department of Transportation, the Wisconsin Lottery and the Outdoor Advertising Association of Wisconsin.

A few years ago, state legislators argued over cutting funds and the question came up regarding the cost of the Amber Alert system.

No one could decipher the cost, but those on all sides of the budget argument agreed the amount is negligible. That’s because the program’s warning systems are carried on the same transmitters that broadcast Wisconsin Public Radio and Wisconsin Public Television.

One more reason to keep those services in place.

sen.harsdorf@legis.state.wi.us

U.S. Sen. Russ Feingold SDB 40, Rm. 1, Washington, D.C. 20510 or 1600 Aspen Commons Middleton, WI 53562-4716 (608) 828-1200 senator@feingold.senate.gov

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• Letters to the editor • Proud of our EMS On Wednesday, June 16, while working on a construction job, I had a shocking experience. I had a heart attack. It was an event that even now, several weeks later, I have difficulty accepting because I believed that I had been keeping myself in good health. I didn’t smoke. I tried to eat sensibly, and suffering a heart attack was one of the last problems I expected to encounter.

My sons and I had finished pouring a concrete slab and I had begun troweling when I noticed a slight pain in the center of my chest. Nothing to be concerned about. It would soon pass. When the pain persisted for an hour and weakness forced me to put down my trowel, I knew that something was wrong. I called my wife and told her to bring me aspirin. In just a few minutes I had chewed a couple of aspirin and was in the car on my way to Unity Clinic, which was nearby. The doctor on duty immediately ordered an EKG, and when he saw the results, he called for an ambulance. I was given treatment to stabilize my heart and before I realized how serious the situation was, I was in an ambulance on my way to St. Croix Regional Medical Center. When I arrived there, I was further stabilized and rushed into a waiting helicopter. In less than 30 minutes I was at Regions Hospital having a stent place in an artery that had become clogged by a ruptured plaque deposit. Because of the speed and efficiency with which I had been treated, minimal heart damage had occurred, and my recovery was quick and uneventful.

As I recall the events of my experience, I am most appreciative of the speed, skill and professionalism of the first responders and the medical teams practicing in our communities. Each week I read articles in the newpapers about local sports teams that we are so proud of. We don’t read many stories about the long hours first responders and medical people spend taking classes and practicing procedures so that when an emergency arises, they are ready. In my time of trouble, I was thankful that I had a great team taking care of me. I felt like I was watching one of those TV hospital shows during an emergency. Everyone knew exactly what to do and they didn’t waste any time doing it. We have many sports teams that we can be proud of and we have medical teams that we can be equally proud of.

It is uncomfortable for me to write this letter regarding a personal problem I had, to a newspaper for the public to read. I am kind of a private person, but I want people to know how important it is to know the warning signs of heart attacks and strokes. If such signs are experienced, speed in getting treatment is of the utmost importance. The longer you wait to get help, the greater is the risk of serious damage to your heart or brain. If you experience warning signs, don’t try to convince yourself that they will go away, and that you will be fine. Maybe they won’t go away and maybe you won’t be fine. Once the damage has been done, it is very difficult to reverse.

I would like to close by recognizing all of the medical people involved in helping me when I really needed help, and all of the prayers and kind words that were sent my way. They certainly helped to speed up my recovery.

Brent Mathson, Balsam Lake

Recovery?

So - Obama tells people in Racine that his recovery from Bush’s recession is in full swing. Unemployment is 9.5 percent and closer to 17 percent if you count unemployed or people who are not longer eligible for unemployment.

The stock market has had the worst two weeks in several months. We are in the worst and longest recession since the Great Depression and “The One” says it’s all a good thing.

VP “Bite Me” Biden calls a businessman - also in Wisconsin campaigning for Russ “Foolsgold” for the Senate - a “smart a--” for giving the idiot VP a yogurt cone and asking him to hold down our taxes … during the same visit Biden announces that

there is no way we can recreate the lost 8 million private sector jobs that he and Obama, with willing support of Kohl, Obey and eingold, have cost us. But the recovery is just booming..?

When Reagan inherited from Carter what used to be the worst recession since the Great Depression, his policies led to the creation of 15-20 million new private sector jobs. And the queen of San Francisco - our illustrious speaker of the house - and third in line to the presidency – tells us that the more unemployment we have, the more unemployment benefits are paid out, the more the economy is “stimulated” and the more jobs are created…Really?

So - high unemployment is a good thing? And Barney Frank of Massachusetts brings down the gavel on a conference committee banking bill that will – if passed - put the final nail in the coffin of what used to be a private banking system.

And our local state legislator and her fawning supporters tell us that higher taxes and an anti-business climate created by the socialists in the governor’s mansion and the Legislature have nothing to do with businesses leaving Wisconsin for Mexico and China…

Hmmmm!

Happy “Dependence Day” Nov. 2, 2010 is election day! Let’s make Nov. 2, 2010, the day we throw incumbents out!

Bob Blake Rural Frederic

Not just Sunday Carolyn, you missed the point. We moved our service earlier to worship our Lord first.

Then we celebrated this great country that makes it possible to worship when and how we please.

We remember those who gave their life to make this possible. Sunday isn’t the only day we get together to worship and learn more about God. He is first in our life every day. I don’t think Jesus would mind that we kept the fourth on the fourth.

I think he was right there with us watching the parade as he is with us every minute of every day, not just Sunday.

Darlene Jackson Webster

Opportunity What’s all the fuss about closing the Hayward Tree Nursery?

The recently announced DNR decision to close the state’s Hayward Tree Nursery, made on the recommendation of the Forestry Leadership Team, is a mistake. It has, however, provided an opportunity for open dialogue among diverse stakeholders.

Since 1911 our state nurseries have produced over 1.5 billion tree and wildlife shrub seedlings, at a reasonable price, for reforestation. This helps create and maintain the supply of raw materials for the forest industry in Wisconsin. In addition, these forests provide wildlife habitat, prevent soil erosion, conserve energy, capture and store carbon, and provide aesthetic beauty for the benefit of all state residents.

These are dollars wisely invested in Wisconsin.

The DNR decision was made without gathering input from the many stakeholders, which raises other issues. Why would anyone choose to close the most cost effective and efficiently run of the state’s nursery operations, even after adjustments for species selection? Could the DNR be bowing to pressure from private nurseries complaining about competition, or did they merely pick the nursery located fsr(thest) from Madison? I hope neither of these is a true reason.

The Sawyer County Board’s economic development committee, along with state Sen. Robert Jauch, held a hearing on June 25 on this decision. The committee and guests received testimony from key DNR staff, and from representatives from multiple stakeholders including local governments, forest industries, woodland owner organizations, Native American tribes, and individual woodland owners, including myself.

Testimony given was wholly in support of maintaining this facility, citing superior quality and local genetics. Several individual speakers noted that they had refused shipments from other state nurseries because of poor quality.

From this hearing emerged the DNR’s reasons for its decision: current economic conditions, reduced sale volumes, competition from Canadian nurseries temporarily placing low-cost container-grown seedlings in this market, cuts in state costshare programs designed to encourage reforestation, fragmentation of property into smaller individually owned parcels and others. The rules and regulations governing the state nurseries have evolved over a long period of time and are a cumbersome restriction on the operation of the nurseries.

These concerns should be viewed as opportunities to move forward, not merely a quick budget fix. Why not find different ways of providing landowners, both small individual and larger industrial, with a source of high-quality, locally grown seedlings they need for reforestation after timber cutting or natural disasters? Continually renewing forests has a positive impact on the wood products industry in the state. Everyone in Wisconsin has a stake in this decision.

Sen. Jauch concluded by announcing that he will request that DNR secretary Frank delay for one year the implementation of this closure to allow for additional dialogue between the department and stakeholders. I certainly concur that this is appropriate. I further recommend that a committee be established to look at the value of all state-owned nursery operations to state residents and the forest industry, which forms such an important part of our state’s economy. The committee should also be tasked with reviewing the cumbersome restrictions on nursery operations. Finally, the committee should make recommendations to the secretary and Legislature for a plan to carry forward Wisconsin’s long-standing commitment to the forest products industry and forest landowners by providing the costeffective seedlings for building forests.

We need to think outside the conventional box, and be ingenious and creative.

One possibility is to produce containergrown seedlings which are known to have a higher survival rate, suffer less shock from transplanting, grow faster, and have a much longer planting season. Perhaps it is time to offer these as well as bare root stock. All other options should be explored with input from the department, Legislature, stakeholders, and private nurseries.

In this time of strained economic conditions, we need to look for outside sources of funding to assist in this effort. The Hayward nursery generates substantial biomass from their seed extraction process that could be used to provide some of the fuel to operate the greenhouses, and there are several large industrial forest product plants very close to the nursery that perhaps could help. The possibilities are endless.

Let’s gather together, roll up our sleeves, and put together a cost-efficient state nursery program second to none in the nation. We can do it!

Neal W. Chapman Lewis Editor’s note: Neal W. Chapman is a private landowner and woodland advocate engaging in peer-to-peer education, and is active in woodland owner groups, tree farm community, and is a graduate of the Wisconsin Woodland Leadership Institute.

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Pick wisely

With at least six candidates vying for the 75th Assembly seat being vacated by Mary Hubler, I encourage voters to examine the candidates closely. There are candidates who want to be career politicians but have never paid property taxes or held a full-time private sector job. While these characterizations do not disqualify someone from being a state representative, they do hinder one’s ability to relate to the voters of the 75th Assembly District.

Hardworking taxpayers deserve a representative who has walked in their shoes.

This election will be about jobs, taxes, soaring health-care costs and government’s inability to stop wasteful spending. When selecting a candidate to vote for, please pick one that has walked in your shoes, not one that only talks like they have walked in your shoes. Talk is cheap, but having a resume of raising a family, paying bills, running a business and paying for health care while putting children through school are just a few things to look for in a candidate who can relate to voters of the 75th Assembly District.

Tammy Olson Birchwood

Supreme Court divided over ethics case of colleague

by Gil Halsted Wisconsin Public Radio MADISON - The state Supreme Court is deadlocked on the question of whether or not Justice Michael Gableman violated the judicial ethics code during his election campaign. Court watchers say the 3-3 ruling handed down Thursday, July 1, is a result of the sharp divisions on the court.

The two lengthy decisions are at odds about a judicial candidate’s right to use false statements in a campaign. The one signed by Chief Justice Shirley Abrahamson, and Justices Anne Walsh Bradley and Patrick Crooks says Gableman did that when he falsely claimed in a television ad that his opponent Justice Louis Butler had helped to release a sex offender who went on to abuse another victim.

The one signed by Justices Pat Roggensack, David Prosser and Annette Zeigler says the ad was objectively true and that the words Gableman used are protected by the First Amendment.

Gableman’s attorney, Eric McLeod, says those three got it right.

“They were very clear that the First Amendment has its fullest application to political speech and that any regulation that seeks to punish such speech is subject to strict scrutiny.”

McLeod says the tie on that issue brings an end to the ethics case against Gableman.

But former Supreme Court Justice Janine Geske says it’s still possible the judicial council will try to get the court of appeals to reconsider the matter. Geske says the ruling highlights the continuing divisions between the two ideological camps on the court. She says unhappiness has “arisen on that court that have slowly filtered into some of the decision making and some of the things they’ve done and unfortunately is reinforced in this decision.”

Geske says the feuding is likely to continue until the justices find some way to make peace.

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Spreading plant causes severe burn

by Gregg Westigard Leader staff writer BURNETT and POLK COUNTIES “We predict that the invasion of non-native species will continue to be the greatest threat to the diversity of (ou) forests in the foreseeable future.” (Vitousek, D’Antonio, Loope, and Westbrook in American Science, September-October 1996) A tall pale yellow invasive plant, the wild parsnip, is now in bloom along many highway roadsides. The plant, once established, spreads each year crowding out the grasses that line our roads. But removing the wild parsnip can be hazardous.

The hazard comes when skin comes in contact with any part of the plant, leaves, stems, flowers and fruit. The juices from the plant can cause an intense, localized burn, rash and blistering. And resulting skin discoloration can last several months.

Caution must be taken when removing the wild parsnip.

Wild parsnip is a tall (up to 4 feet) plant topped with a pale yellow grouping of small flowers, similar to an umbrella. In spots where it has grown for several years, it is the only plant visible for large stretches. The plant at present is abundant along Hwy. 35 in the Milltown-Luck area, for example.

The plant is growing along highways, especially state roads, because it is spread by mowing. When the state had the funds to mow the entire roadsides, that mowing often took place just as the plant was seeding out and the mowing moved the wild parsnip into new stretches each year. Now

Danger by the roadside

Mechanical cutting can work in areas where the patch is too large for digging out the plant. But that may take several cuttings, and the cut plants must be removed from the site.

The wild parsnip patches are usually on the highway right of way and often next to woods or swamps with no property owner to removes the plants. The wild parsnip may slowly take over the roadsides.

The book “Invasive Plants of the Upper Midwest,” by Elizabeth J. Czarapata, contains five pages of information on the wild parsnip. The book, published by the University of Wisconsin Press, is a complete guide to identifying and controlling invasives.

Wild parsnip grows in dense patches along many highway where it was spread by mowing.

Contact with any part of the plant can cause a severe burn. – Photos by Gregg Westigard the state has cut its mowing budget and paying for only a single edge cut. The spreading to new areas has stopped, but the wild parsnip is growing more concentrated where it is established.

Wild parsnip can be removed, but it takes work and protection. That protection includes wearing clothing with long sleeves and gloves that come above the wrist so no skin is exposed. Caution must be taken to not wipe away sweat with those gloves while working in the hot sun.

Removing the plant involves digging it

out below the root. The entire plant must be removed from the site and discarded.

That means burning, burying the plant or putting in the trash receptacle. If left in place, the seeds will cause new plants and the cut plants can still cause burns.

The plants must be removed every year from an established patch. With work, the patch will be smaller each year but the plants spring up rapidly. (Recently, a roadside was cleared for the fourth or fifth year. A week later, new plants were visible in the cleared stretch.)

The wild parsnip flower is pale yellow and forms an umbrella-like head. The plant can be 4 feet tall. - Photos by Gregg Westigard

Fine furniture in Grantsburg Long-established business moves downtown

by Gregg Westigard Leader staff writer GRANTSBURG – Clem and John Beaulieu have been making fine furniture for many years. Their furniture has been sold through catalog and shipped worldwide. Now, to get more local visibility, the father and son have moved their shop into a former gas station on Pine Street in downtown Grantsburg.

JDB Designs makes custom furniture, repairs furniture, etches mirrors and glass, and carves signs. The front of their shop contains examples of their quality work, while the back of the shop has the machines where the craftsmen do their work.

After being in business for years, Clem and John Beaulieu have moved their custom furniture shop to downtown Grantsburg. – Photos by Gregg Westigard

JDB Designs makes custom furniture that can include etched-glass panels.

Officials ask for another look at nursery closing

by Regan Kohler HAYWARD – The Northwest Regional Planning Commission is supporting continued seedling production at a local nursery, after approving a resolution at its annual meeting Wednesday, June 30, at Flat Creek Inn & Suites, Hayward.

The resolution says that Hayward’s Department of Natural Resources has noted declining sales of its tree nursery seedlings, since 2000.

NWRPC Executive Director Myron Schuster said, “The DNR is considering no longer the production of seedlings.”

He said this would affect many em-

ployees at the nursery. At Sawyer County’s request, the NWRPC came up with a resolution asking the DNR to reconsider producing the seedlings, as this nursery has the capacity to supply all seedling production required for demand, and the majority is planted in the northern part of Wisconsin. Further, the resolution says that scientific literature provides genetic support for growing seedlings in the same environment from which they are collected. The Hayward nursery has been a low-cost operation, according to the resolution, and it has three full-time employees.

Sawyer County is one of the 10 coun-

ties that the NWRPC works with on economic development.

A couple of weeks ago, a hearing was held in Sawyer County, with Sen. Bob Jauch present. In an article in the Sawyer County Records June 30 edition, DNR Division of Forestry Deputy Administrator Darrell Zastrow was quoted as saying the full-time nursery staff would be reassigned to other forestry duties, and that existing seedling inventory would be sold per demand over the next three years, but that sowing would be discontinued.

Wednesday, Schuster said that the NWRPC is “asking for the DNR to take

another look” at the situation with the resolution.

NWRPC secretary Hal Helwig, who represents Sawyer County, said they do not want to see other nurseries shut down.

“All we want is a reasonable hearing [and voice],” he said.

Helwig said they want the DNR to at least talk to people about the closing before going through with it.

NWRPC Chair Doug Finn said, “If we don’t speak up, who’s going to?”

The resolution for reconsideration was approved by the NWRPC committee unanimously.

More federal money coming for broadband

by Shamane Mills Wisconsin Public Radio STATEWIDE - The White House has announced the second round of federal money for broadband projects. Wisconsin is in line for $25 million in grants and loans.

Residents and businesses in south central Wisconsin with unreliable wireless Internet or slow dial-up service are in for an upgrade. Fiber optic service will be extended to underserved rural areas through $20 million in grants and loans given to the Marquette-Adams Telephone

Cooperative.

Further south, the Reedsburg Utility Commission will get $5.2 million for advanced broadband service. U.S. Commerce Secretary Gary Locke says such communication is necessary in this day and age. He says 36 percent of Americans

are without access to high-speed Internet, “and that’s unacceptable.”

The federal money going for broadband projects is part of the American Recovery Act. This round of funding will go to 66 broadband projects across the nation.

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Eleven vie for title of Miss St. Croix Falls The St. Croix Falls queen pageant will be held Friday, July 16, at the St. Croix Falls Elementary gym. Little Miss pageant will be held at 7 p.m. and the Miss St. Croix Falls pageant will begin at 8 p.m. Miss St. Croix Falls contestants are pictured front row (L to R): Queen Jacobs, Allyson Mahler, Haley Anderson, Jenna Van Soelen and Barbara Swenson. Back row: Lauren Richter, Jasmine Hoggatt, Caitlyn Olson, Alexis Erickson, Sasha Lundgren and Ahna Hoefler. Not pictured are contestants Brenna Loen and Jessica Theroux. – Photos by Tammi Milberg

Little Miss St. Croix Falls contestants front row (L to R): Haley Talbot, Ellinara Wondra, Ella Bobzin and Sienna Shoop. Back row: Emma Cooper, Maya Appel, Olivia Miron, Raelyn Kruger and Josey Kahl. Not pictured are candidates Ellie Brice, Kiara Johnson, Callie Halstrom and Wrayanna Vanbuskirk.

Smoke-free air law takes effect in Wisconsin STATEWIDE – The smoke-free air law took effect all across the state of Wisconsin as of Monday, July 5. The law prohibits smoking in any place of employment, public place or enclosed place.

A place of employment includes any indoor place where employees enter in order to carry out their work duties. A public place is any place open to the public or where the public may be invited. An enclosed place is a structure or area that has a roof and more than two substantial walls, which are defined as a wall with no opening or with an opening that either

does not allow air in from the outside or is less than 25 percent of the wall’s surface area.

The law bans the smoking of a cigar, cigarette, pipe or any other lighted smoking equipment. E-cigarettes are the only exception, because they do not expel a harsh smoke, but instead an almost odorless water vapor.

Any individual smoking where it is no longer allowed will face a fine of anywhere from $100 to $250.

The person in charge of a building is not to provide matches or ashtrays, they

must display proper signage of the law and must ask any violators to stop smoking and leave the premises, refusing them service. If the person refuses, law enforcement is to be notified. Any person in charge who violates the law may be fined a daily fine of $100.

The only exceptions to the law where smoking will remain permitted are private residences, smoking residence rooms in assisted-living facilities, tobacco retailers who generate more than 75 percent of its revenue from the sale of tobacco not including cigarettes and tobacco bars which

generate 15 percent or more of its revenue from the sale of cigars or pipe tobacco.

Both retailers and bars had to be in existence by June 3, 2009.

Local authorities, city, county, village and towns may set restrictions on outside smoking on public properties, including parks and fairgrounds. They do not have the authority to define the term of reasonable distance from the property. – Brenda Sommerfeld with submitted information

Danbury duck races 20 10 Danbury held their sixthannual duck races on Saturday afternoon, July 3.

Danbury royalty members (below) Princess Angel Bearhart, Ambassador J. Benson and Princess Kaitlyn Moser set the ducks on their way down the Yellow River (right). Kayakers were on hand to assist any ducks that lost their way or became stranded while traveling down the river to the finish line.

Photos by Raelynn Hunter

POLK COUNTY - Amber Morfitt, 24, Amery, was arrested and charged with OWI, second offense, on July 4 after apparently driving her car into a ditch. Her first OWI arrest occurred two months earlier to the day, on May 4.

Police were called to the accident on July 4 by a passenger in Morfitt’s car. The caller also reported Morfitt ran off as soon as he called the police. When police arrived at the scene, at 20th Street about a half mile north of 160th, the car had no occupants. Shortly after that, Morfitt and her passenger walked up the street to the car and the officer. Morfitt denied driving the car. She was barefoot and had several grass stains on her clothing. She said friends had dropped her off at that spot earlier and she didn’t know where they were. She appeared quite intoxicated and said her purse was probably in the woods somewhere. She gave the officer her cell phone number, the officer called it, and found the phone in the driver’s side

cupholder. Morfitt’s passenger said she had been driving the car. Field sobriety tests were given, and she was arrested.

Matthew Koppinger, 33, Amery, was charged with OWI, second offense, on July 2 after being stopped for speeding at about 70 miles per hour on Hwy. 46.

Jason Draves, 43, Milltown, was arrested and charged with OWI, first offense, as well as operating with prohibited blood alcohol content on July 4 after allegedly driving a pickup truck through a friend’s yard and garden. Draves drove up to the yard where the police were talking to the victim afterward. He was given field sobriety tests and arrested.

Joel Paquette, 29, Balsam Lake, was arrested for OWI, first offense, on July 5 after a police officer saw him driving erratically, stopped him, and administered field sobriety tests. He refused the Breathalyzer and was arrested. — with information from the Polk County Sheriff’s Dept.

Burnett County criminal court

(June 23, 30, July 7, 14, 21, 28) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY THE RIVERBANK, Plaintiff, vs.

SHANNON L. MITCH, Defendant.

Case No. 09 CV 964 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE By virtue of and pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above-entitled action on January 28, 2010, in the amount of $191,275.84, I will sell the described premises at public auction at the Main Front Entrance of the Polk County Justice Center, 1005 West Main Street, in the Village of Balsam Lake, Polk County, Wisconsin, on: Thursday, August 5, 2010, at 10 o’clock a.m.

TERMS OF SALE: 1. 10% down in cash or certified funds at the time of sale; balance due within 10 days of confirmation of sale; failure to pay balance due will result in forfeiture of deposit plaintiff.

2. Sold “as is” and subject to all legal liens and encumbrances.

3. Buyer to pay applicable Wisconsin Real Estate Transfer Tax. DESCRIPTION: Lot One (1) of Certified Survey Map No. 4444 recorded in Volume 19 of Certified Survey Maps, page 225, as Document No. 579065, being part of Lot Sixteen (16) of the Plat of Oak Hills Estates, located in the Southwest Quarter of the Northwest Quarter (SW 1/4 of NW 1/4), Section Eleven (11), Township Thirty-Four (34) North, Range Seventeen (17) West, Village of Balsam Lake, Polk County, Wisconsin.

PIN: 106-00668-1601.

STREET ADDRESS: 116 Vadnais Lane, Balsam Lake, WI 54810.

Dated at Balsam Lake, Wis., this 26th day of May, 2010.

Timothy G. Moore, Sheriff Polk County, Wisconsin

(June 16, 23, 30, July 7, 14, 21) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY ANCHORBANK, FSB Plaintiff, vs.

SHANYN R. MILLARD, et al.

Defendants.

Case Number: 09 CV 988 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on April 21, 2010, in the amount of $130,999.79, the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: August 3, 2010, at 10:00 a.m.

TERMS: 1. 10% down in cash or money order at the time of sale; balance due within 10 days of confirmation of sale; failure to pay balance due will result in forfeit of deposit to plaintiff 2. Sold “as is” and subject to all legal liens and encumbrances.

PLACE: Foyer area of the Polk County Justice Center, 1005 W. Main Street, Balsam Lake, WI. DESCRIPTION: Lot 1 of Certified Survey Map No. 500 recorded in Volume 2 of Certified Survey Maps, Page 229 as Document No. 384891 being located in the Northeast 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4, Section 15, Township 32 North, Range 18 West, Town of Alden, Polk County, Wisconsin.

PROPERTY ADDRESS: 349 202nd Street, Osceola, WI 54020.

TAX KEY NO.: 002-01369-0000.

Dated this 8th day of June, 2010. /s/Timothy G. Moore Sheriff of Polk County Christina E. Demakopoulos State Bar #1066197 Attorney for Plaintiff 13700 W. Greenfield Avenue Brookfield, WI 53005 262-790-5719 Please go to www.blommerpeterman.com to obtain the bid for this sale. Blommer Peterman, S.C., is the creditor’s attorney and is attempting to collect a debt on its behalf. Any information obtained will be used for the purpose. (196294)

(June 23, 30, July 7, 14, 21, 28) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY THE RIVERBANK, Plaintiff, vs.

WADE M. HANSEN and LOUISA C. HANSEN, Defendants.

Case No. 09 CV 905 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE By virtue of and pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above-entitled action on January 26, 2010, in the amount of $101,824.23, I will sell the described premises at public auction at the Main Front Entrance of the Polk County Justice Center, 1005 West Main Street, in the Village of Balsam Lake, Polk County, Wisconsin, on: Thursday, August 5, 2010, at 10 o’clock a.m.

TERMS OF SALE: 1. 10% down in cash or certified funds at the time of sale; balance due within 10 days of confirmation of sale; failure to pay balance due will result in forfeiture of deposit plaintiff.

2. Sold “as is” and subject to all legal liens and encumbrances.

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Rose M. Pumper, 66, Webster, OWI, $916.00, five-day jail sentence, license revoked 12 months, alcohol assessment.

Gregory S. Belanger, 58, Danbury, OWI, $1,042.00, 10day jail sentence, license revoked 14 months.

Theodore P. Schonebaum, 31, Comstock, $3,640.00, operate with controlled substance, 140-day jail sentence, Huber release granted, license revoked 30 months, alcohol assessment.

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Webster, hunt deer during closed season, three-year revocation of hunting license, $2,125.00.

Joseph E. Rogers, 23, Webster, disorderly conduct, $330.50.

Garon R. Sage, 51, Webster, disorderly conduct, no contact with victim for one year, $110.00 restitution, $545.73.

Lisa M. Betterley, 41, Woodbury, Minn., forgery, $113.00.

Steve L. Sutton, 45, Danbury, battery, $200.00, 60-day jail sentence, Huber release

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Richard T. Cleveland, 40, Maple Grove, Minn., reckless driving, $389.50; possess open intoxicants, $263.50.

Darcie A. Conran, 50, Minnetonka, Minn., operating with PAC greater than .08, license revoked six months, $250.00.

Todd S. Peterson, 51, St. Paul, Minn., issue worthless check, $68.16 restitution, $309.00.

Timothy L. Peck, 27, Grantsburg, issue worthless check, $309.00.

Christopher A. Staples, 23,

Fireworks thrown from moving vehicle ends in crash and arrest AMERY – On June 28, police were called for a complaint of an erratic driver in a car throwing fireworks from a moving car. As the officer responded, a second call came in minutes later with a report of a one-vehicle rollover accident at 230th Street north of 10th Avenue. On arrival, the officer found a car upside door in a pond. Jonah Friberg, 18, had been the driver. He and a passenger were out of the car. There also were two other parties present, those who had complained of fireworks being thrown from the car.

As the officer spoke to them, Friberg and his passenger were “borderline disorderly,” according to the officer, interrupting them several times. The officer found a backpack on the road which Friberg said was his. Drug paraphernalia was found in it with what later tested to be THC. Friberg was arrested and charged with disorderly conduct, possession of THC and drug paraphernalia. — with information from the Polk County Sheriff’s Dept.

Man arrested for setting hay bales on fire GEORGETOWN TOWNSHIP – On June 28, a call was made to the police that Bradley Peper, 40, Balsam Lake, was lighting round bales of hay on fire in a field just east of 80th Street and Bunyan Avenue. When the police arrived, there were 15 Wayne D. Friel, 80, Oakland bales in the Township, June 25. field smol-

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Sean F. Peterson, Burlington, Iowa, and Amber R. Dahlen, Burlington, Iowa, June 28.

Jere M. Krear, Oakland, and Sarah K. Miller, Oakland, June 29.

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Peper was there, and he told the officer he was burning them because they were moldy and not worth anything. The son of the owner of the field arrived and said the hay was still worth about $40 a bale. The officer called the owner of the field, who said Peper did not have the right or permission to burn the hay. He was arrested and charged with damage to property. — with information from the Polk County Sheriff’s Dept.

Polk marriage licenses Christine L. Woodkey, village of Centuria, and William A. Larson, village of Centuria, issued June 28, 2010.

Elizabeth C. Anderson, Seattle, Wash., and Peter R. Westman, Seattle, Wash., issued June 29, 2010.

Julie A. Senske, town of Garfield, and Jeremy B. Grinde, town of Garfield, issued June 29, 2010.

Lindsay J. Spindler, North Slope Borough, Alaska, and Neal M. Anderson, city of Foley, Minn., issued June 29, 2010.

Tiffany L. Jurschinski, town of Clayton, and Bradley A. Heyer, town of Clayton, issued June 29, 2010.

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Polk County deaths LaVerne W. Lehrke, 73, St. Croix Falls, died June 15, 2010.

Earl B. Larson, 81, St. Croix Falls, died June 16, 2010.

Mabel A. Blanchard, 97, Garfield Township, died June 17, 2010.

Janice I. Gubasta, 66, Turtle Lake, died June 19, 2010.

Harry L. Bottolfson, 84, Garfield Township, died June 21, 2010.

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A large crowd with lots of young children lined the streets of Balsam Lake to watch the Freedom Fest parade. – Photos by Marty Seeger A man tosses candy out of a vintage ambulance that represented the St. Croix Regional Medical Center of St. Croix Falls.

Laura Krueger was the grand marshal for this year’s Freedom Fest parade in Balsam Lake.

The Balsam Lake Waterski Club kept the water coming during the parade in Balsam Lake last Sunday, July 4.

These youngsters race for candy that was tossed during the parade in Balsam Lake.

The Balsam Lake royalty rode one of the final floats to pass through Main Street in Balsam Lake, ending a successful parade and great holiday weekend.

The Unity marching band played some tunes during the parade.

The water tossed out of various floats during the Freedom Fest parade in Balsam Lake seemed welcome to the many people lining Main Street, as temperatures crept into the 90s.

This otter costume, as part of the Thirsty Otter bar in Balsam Lake, must have been quite warm during the parade.

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Future firefighter? This young girl got to try on a fire These firefighters didn’t seem to mind getting wet on a hot sticky day during the Balsam helmet during Balsam Lake’s Freedom Fest weekend.

Lake Fire Department water fight. Several firefighters from area departments competed The hot temperatures made the light mist feel pretty against each other. – Photos by Marty Seeger good.

Canoe races

A young girl seems to be searching for just a little more ice cream at the bottom of the cup.

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The start of the canoe races at the beach in Balsam Lake went quickly, until someone fell victim to getting dumped into the water. – Photos by Marty Seeger

Larry Jepsen was the big winner of the karaoke idol contest on Saturday, July 3, during the Freedom Fest weekend held in Balsam Lake. Here he sings “Your Man,” by country artist Josh Turner. – Photos by Marty Seeger

Loraine Carlson belted out Donna Summer’s “Hard for the Money” last weekend during the karaoke idol contest.

Former Miss Balsam Lake 2009 (far left) Naomi Williamson didn’t have an option to stay dry during the canoe races held near the Balsam Lake beach on Sunday, July 4.

The beach in Balsam Lake was packed all weekend long during Freedom Fest, including during the canoe races.

Brian Williams sang a bluesy tune during the karaoke idol contest that had a few people dancing in the streets of Balsam Lake. Williams placed second overall.

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Gene Bolin, about 35, of Cumberland “A guy died that last season in a crash,” racer Dale Dahl stated somberly. “It was a real, real bad crash. Yeah, I remember that.”

The date was July 19, 1963. As the Dispatch News Service account read, Gene Bolin of Cumberland - age “about 35” died in a crash when his “souped-up stock car left the track at about 90 mph, in front of about 800 spectators.”

Bolin’s car flipped over a 3-foot-tall brick retaining wall, landing on its roof, “Killing Bolin instantly,” the account read.

“He was kinda like family ... too much like family, maybe,” Langel said of his friend, although he wasn’t at the track that tragic Friday night.

Reports said Bolin’s car was inspected very carefully after the crash, and they found it had protected him just fine. The roll bar had not collapsed, but his shoulder harness had either failed, broken or frankly, never been buckled. Like so many fatal crashes today, all the crumple zones, air bags, massive weight and safety equipment don’t work without a working, fastened seat belt.

In recalling his death, several people said his helmet was crushed when he went forward and flipped. They say he probably died instantly, but nobody really knows. Did Bolin buckle his shoulder harness, or did it break? Regardless of who you believe, his death cast a gray cloud over the dusty track, and interest not only waned, it flat out went away as fast as it grew.

“His ghost lives there,” where the trees won’t grow at the former Milltown Speedway

by Greg Marsten Leader staff writer MILLTOWN - Old roads leave fingerprints, on occasion, in spite of bulldozers, time and neglect.

It takes a good eye to even find where the former Milltown Speedway once thrived. If you know where to look, its dying echo appears on a satellite shot. The quarter-mile oval racetrack is encased in a side canopy of weeds that have matured unchecked into trees, with a few clues like a former light pole, and the telltale areas without much growing.

“I found a few car hoods, and a lot of springs from old seats,” said Paul Bainbridge, a co-owner of the track property who knows the old site as well as anyone.

“You could still see the curvature of the bank ... but not much else,” Bainbridge said, while driving around the remnants of the track in a six-wheeled John Deere Gator, bowling over saplings, weeds and any large mammals that might call it home today.

While trees don’t seem to grow real well on the old racetrack, infields are another matter. The trees and brush are a thick, spindly mass. The Gator is like a flying carpet, dancing just above the wood-tickrich weeds and brush. It’s been nearly 50 years since the cobbled, rumbly race cars flooded the weekend night skies around Milltown with the thunderous chorale of unmuffled Detroit iron, but the track has never really given in to the farming that surrounds it today. The seven to nine acres of the actual racetrack have never been tilled, unlike the rest of the 75-acre tract.

Tom Bainbridge is part of the Hansen Farms, Inc. group that owns the land now.

He recalls the state having “wetland issues” initially with farming it years ago, so they never worked that land. They bought it in the early ‘80s from former

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Some of the only evidence of the former Milltown Speedway is this light pole, which still has a power line coming in, in spite of not being used for nearly half a century. – Photos by Greg Marsten schoolteacher Dorothy Sund, who lived up the road.

“My wife and I, we used to walk around the track some nights when we first got it,” Bainbridge recalled. “There were lots of flowers and things that came up. You could still see it was a track then!”

The base of the speedway light pole remains decorated with reminders from another era: old tubed car tires from long before modern radials.

A racetrack on Half Moon Lake?

The old speedway had cold, wet and humble beginnings, as former racer Don Langel of Luck recalled. He said the history of the track goes back over half a century, to when “10 local guys” with racing interests - later to be known as the Milltown Racing Association - would head to the frozen waters of Half Moon Lake for some ice racing, which focused their interests on a real racetrack.

“That’s kind of where the guys got the bug,” Langel recalled. “It was 1954 [when the Milltown Speedway began], but in the middle of the season. We actually raced in 1953 some. But yeah, the official start was 1954.”

The racing began on Sunday afternoons the first season, but by 1955, changed to Friday nights. Racers then packed up their rigs and headed a half-hour south to the

Amery track for Saturday nights, or maybe to Grantsburg’s track, at the county fairgrounds site today. Racing was big, even though the prize money wasn’t.

“We probably had as much money into our cars as anybody,” Langel exclaimed.

“We raced for money ... but it wasn’t a lot for winning!”

Langel has the distinction of being both the first and last trophy winner at the speedway, “And a few in between!” he said, adding that he went on to be involved in auto racing of all flavors for decades after his Milltown days, but a broken neck kept him as an owner and mechanic later. He always considered the Milltown Speedway his “hometown track,” in part because he, “Big Bill” Johnson and the late Larry Kamisch would put their cars together in Ron Larson’s Milltown garage, behind the current Hack’s Pub. “It was right in that alley where we built all of our cars,” Langel said. “So yeah, that was my hometown track.”

That hometown track lost a local boy one hot Friday night and everything changed after that.

••• LEADER LAND – The Wednesday, July 14, Menomonie at Osceola Braves game can be heard on 104.9 FM beginning at 7:30 p.m. The Luck at Unity Legion baseball game is being broadcast on 1260 AM on Thursday, July 9, beginning at 5:30 p.m.

••• MILWAUKEE – Milwaukee Brewers baseball can be heard on 1260 AM on the following dates and times. The July 8, Giants at Brewers game begins at 1 p.m. The July 9, 10 and 11 Pirates at Brewers games begin at 7 p.m., 6 p.m., and 1 p.m., respectively.

••• MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. – Minnesota Twins baseball can be heard on 104.9 FM on the following dates and times. The Twins at Blue Jays game on July 8 begins at 6 p.m. The July 9, 10 and 11 Twins at Tigers games begin at 6 p.m., 3 p.m., and noon, respectively.

••• LEADER LAND – Local sports tidbits to share? Please contact the Leader by 4:30 p.m. on Mondays to go in Extra Points. – Marty Seeger ••• LEADER LAND – Leader Sports strives to follow the college careers of area athletes. If you know of an athlete who will be playing collegiate sports in 2010 and hasn’t been mentioned, send us an e-mail or call and we’ll take it from there. – Marty Seeger

SPORTS RESULTS DEADLINES: WEDNESDAY - MONDAY: 1 p.m. the following business day. TUESDAY: 7 a.m. on Wednesday. Missed deadlines mean no coverage that week!

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Speedway/continued The man beside him Like Don Langel, Ron Larson was a pretty celebrated local stock car racer in those days, running at Milltown in all flavors of stock, modified and eventually sprint cars at other tracks. He raced sprint cars from 1963 until about 1976, traveling across the Midwest to Ohio, Indiana, Missouri and even into Canada over his career, often as Langel’s driver.

But Larson carried a ghost alongside him as he recalls the event that killed his fellow racer and buddy, Gene Bolin.

“We were running side by side,” Larson recalled. “We were coming into the corner, and we’d even bumped doors a little right before. Anyway, I let off and braked for the corner, and I heard his engine still racing, like his throttle had stuck.”

Larson said he knew “right away that something was wrong,” and he paused as he recalled the scene - the gripping feeling of that moment - knowing that his racer friend was in serious trouble as his car careened past and flipped the skirt wall at near triple-digit speeds.

“It still gives me chills,” Larson said as he curls his lip. “It was pretty sad.”

Even 47 years after the fact, Bolin’s death was the talk of the track.

The flagman that night, Doug Jensen of Balsam Lake, recalled Bolin fondly, calling him “a very good guy.”

“I remember them both [Larson and Bolin] screaming out of that corner – he** bent for election - when one car shut down, and the other one didn’t,” Jensen said, ending his sentence with a “roll over” hand signal and a solemn nod. “He was a real good guy.”

Jensen’s wife, Maxine, said much the same, as she was standing across the track at the time, and recalled the tenor of the moment.

“As soon as it happened, “ she said with a slow nod, pursing her lips. “I knew he was done.”

Bolin’s death was a game changer, to say the least.

“It kind of took the wind out of everybody’s sails,” Dale Dahl admitted.

Ron Larson later was touched by two other racing deaths, including celebrated local racer Russ Laursen in 1970 and Barry Kittering in 1976. Both men died in races with Larson at a track in Fairmont, Minn.

He pointed out their photos in a scrapbook he assembled, and told of his racing ghosts - other men like him who ran threedigit speeds on clay tracks in cobbled-together cars of salvaged parts and equipment, meant to be light, strong and fast and drive on the edge of control.

It is a fragile, violent dance that on occasion, claims a dancer.

“Yeah, it was pretty sad,” Larson repeated with a nod. “It’s still tough to think about. I guess his ghost lives there.”

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“After Bolin died, they [the racing association] decided they just didn’t want to do it anymore,” Langel recalled. “I think the death was the straw that broke the camel’s back ... he was a little too much like family.”

Langel and others recalled that one of Bolin’s brothers also died in a race car accident a few years later at a Boyceville track, after he stepped out into traffic and was struck after the smoke concealed him.

The Milltown Racing Association honored Bolin with a metal plaque, reportedly placed near a flagpole in the track infield.

Tom Bainbridge recalled a Bolin family member trying to find the plaque amid the weeds over a decade ago, even using a metal detector, to no avail.

Langel believed the Bolin plaque was actually just off Hwy. 35, near a flagpole on village property near the current Bering Park, but said he looked for it recently and never found it.

“Somebody might know where it ended up,” he said.

After the races “I think they had a few snowmobile races on the track, but not much else after he [Bolin] died,” stated Craig Peterson, whose late father, Cliff, was also one of the racers of the speedway’s heyday. “It’s too bad, really. I guess it really affected people.“ There were indeed snowmobile races at the track, for at least three years after the car racing ceased.

But the days of cars were done.

As Peterson looked over some Milltown memorabilia, an old fan of the speedway joked with him about one of the cars he admired, that he “always thought they had some sort of airplane engine in that thing!”

Peterson laughed and added his own stories about the track, being a bit of a racer and fan himself. He was too young to ever attend a Milltown race, but he became a part of the history years ago when he acquired one of the large, handpainted signs inviting everyone to the Milltown races on Fridays. He received it in return for some snowmobile maintenance, and displays that sign and some of his late father’s racing photos at his business, C & J Auto in Milltown, hoping to find some more remnants of the old racetrack.

“It was just such a cool thing,” he said.

“And it was all right here!”

Crashes, wreckers and more It wasn’t unusual to have injuries while racing at the speedway. Milltown Herald news clippings recall serious back injuries, busted legs, arms and ribs, with even more minor injuries in crashes. The driver usually would brush the injury off and ex-

The east straightaway at the old Milltown Speedway had a heavy-duty wire fence to keep wayward race cars off the fans. This is one of the few pieces still remaining from the track.

After the car races were no more, snowmobiles briefly took over the Milltown Race Track. Offering "More thrills than you have ever seen," this snowmobile racing poster from the mid-’60s is likely one of the last surviving remnants of the events. plain that they “Just wanted to get back on the track!”

The cars would oftentimes be nearly totaled, but somehow cobbled together by the next Friday night, often with fresh paint and new sheet metal, other times just hammered out to get by, “crabbing” sideways down the track from the twist of a crash, but still strong and biting.

Bob Bloomgren of Milltown drove around the track quite a bit, but not in a race car. He looked over one of the few surviving Chevrolet coupes on display at the speedway reunion in June - eyeing one of the cars that actually ran the track dozens of times. In spite of not running a car, Bloomgren did get a chance to get real close and personal with the goings-on at the speedway.

“I had a wrecker, and I pulled a lot of ‘em out of there,” he said, pausing as he fought off a grin. “I did run around the track once, after they rebuilt one of their engines - they asked me if I wanted to take a run.”

A thin smile escaped from under his white beard as he finished his sentence.

“Yeah, that was something else.”

He quickly went back to admiring the old Chevy, nodding to himself as he looked inside.

Speedway in repose In many ways, the Milltown Speedway was like a hundred others built across the nation in the ‘50s by gearheads and reckless hot rodders addicted to speed and Gforces. It was a truly affordable American sport, using Detroit steel and enjoyed by the Everyman, and yes, even some women.

In fact, Milltown even had races with

women drivers, which was pretty unique back then, considering the fairer sex wasn’t even allowed in the pits!

The track is now gone, but for some people, it will always be a fast quarter mile of dirt, four-car-lengths wide, with a topsy turvy downhill run to the south, and an uphill corner to the north. It was a track that started with ice racing and GMC-powered “jalopies,” and ended with high-powered snowmobiles and the forerunners to modern sprint cars, minus the wings. They had a few van and bus seats around the edge of the track for seating, right behind a wire fence on the banked turns. However, most people just sat in their cars and took in the action, while sipping Coke and munching on popcorn and licorice, joking about “cooties.”

It cost $5 to enter a car back then - a sizable amount of cash in the ‘50s - and they paid $10 for the first rollover of the night.

Paul Bainbridge recalled a St. Croix Falls racer admitting that if he wasn’t going to win, well there was always a way to get next week’s entry fee: “He said he would just be the first to go over the bank and roll his car!” Bainbridge said with a chuckle. “That way you’d get your money back.”

Langel is glad the speedway is finally being remembered, and worries that if people didn’t recall it soon, “It probably never would’ve happened.”

“It’s pretty good to get it now, before it all fell through the cracks. A lot of guys got their start here, a lot of ‘em,” Langel said quietly. “So yeah, it was a special place.”

And trees still won’t grow on the track.

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by Marty Seeger Leader staff writer OSCEOLA - Some of the area’s best baseball talents gathered together at Osceola’s Oakey Park on Tuesday, July 6, for the annual Legion baseball all-star game.

A nice crowd packed the bleachers behind the backstop to root on a well-played ball game played by players from the St. Croix Valley Legion League, who came from as far away as Ellsworth and as nearby as Grantsburg, Luck, Frederic, Unity and St. Croix Falls.

The East, comprised of Cumberland, Amery, Baldwin-Woodville and Luck, got on board first to take a 1-0 lead after the first inning. Amery’s Joe Rubenzer picked up an RBI on a great bunt in the bottom of the first inning off Blue A’s pitcher Marcus Campbell of St. Croix Falls.

The East picked up their second run of the game in the bottom of the second when an infield single by Amery’s Steven Bielmeier eventually led to a fielder’s choice RBI by Baldwin-Woodville’s Matt Sparks.

Things got shaky however in the bottom of the third, when the West rallied for six runs on five hits. Throwing errors led to a couple of runs, but highlights in the inning included an RBI by way of fielder’s choice by Blue A, Nick Johnson, as well as an RBI single by Blake Klopfer, the third member of the Blue A’s Legion team representing the St. Croix Falls Legion Post 143.

It didn’t seem to sway the East, as Luke Nelson and Brady Flaherty of the Unity Ospreys and Logan Hacker of the Luck Legion managed to hold the West to four runs in a game played through nine innings. But in the end it was the West that triumphed, scattering one run in the top

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The All-Star West team included area players from Grantsburg and the St. Croix Falls Blue A's Legion team. For Grantsburg it was Nolan Hanson, Russ Thoreen and Trevor Thompson. For the Blue A's it was Blake Klopfer, Marcus Campbell and Nick Johnson. – Photos by Marty Seeger

The All-Star East Legion team included area baseball players such as Unity's Brady Turner, Brady Flaherty and Luke Nelson. Luck Legion's Logan Hacker and Brodie Kunze also played along with Frederic's Trae Gehl who sported a Luck Legion jersey as well.

Three Pirates named to 2010 All-State Fast-pitch Team park). She drove in 25 runs. Palmquist had 85 putouts at first and did not have an error for the year. For her career she had a .429 batting average and a .656 slugging percentage. She had 70 hits on 163 at bats with 19 doubles, three triples and four home runs (out of the park). In the field, Palmquist posted a .995 fielding percentage with only one error over her career.

Palmquist made the All-State Second Team in 2009. Palmquist will be attending Minnesota State University Moorhead this fall and is planning to play both volleyball and fast-pitch.

Collegiate level ahead for now former Pirates STEVENS POINT – The Wisconsin Fastpitch Softball Coaches Association has selected Grantsburg Pirate pitcher Michelle Lund, catcher Lauren Romanowski, and first baseman Anne Palmquist to the 2010 All-State High School Fast-pitch Team.

Lund was selected for the All-State First Team and finished her senior season with an 18-1 record. She pitched 12 complete games with nine shutouts. She pitched 100 innings with 132 strikeouts, 17 walks and an earned run average of .91. This is the second time Lund has been named to the First Team All-State Team.

Lund finished her high school career with a record of 57-2 without a regularseason loss. She pitched 37 complete games with 19 shutouts. She pitched 335 innings with an earned run average of .67 that was helped by a Pirate defense that had a .949 fielding percentage over that period. She struck out 513 batters and walked 56. As a hitter she finished with a .441 batting average in 227 at bats. She had 100 hits, two home runs (inside the park), 74 runs batted in and 19 walks.

Lund has enrolled at Winona State and intends to play fast-pitch.

Romanoski was selected for the AllState Second Team on the strength of her spectacular senior season. Romanowski had a .987 fielding percentage as a catcher while she called every pitch for Lund to throw. At the plate she had a .473 batting

Lund playing with Lightning SIOUX FALLS, S.D. – Lund and the U18 MN Lighting took fourth out of 32 teams at the 33rd-Annual Ringneck Fastpitch tournament July 2-4 in Sioux Falls, S.D. Highlights from the tournament for Lund:

Annie Palmquist, Michelle Lund and Lauren Romanowski pose with coach Don Bjelland after the all-star series they played in weeks ago. All three girls were named to the Wisconsin Fastpitch Softball Coaches Association’s 2010 All-State High School Fast-pitch Team. – Photo submitted average with 26 hits, six doubles and one home run with 55 at bats. She drove in 21 runs. For her career she hit .284 with 38 hits, eight doubles and two home runs (out of the park). She drove in a total of 29 runs. Romanoski will be attending St. Cloud State this fall.

Palmquist was selected to the All-State Third Team. Palmquist led the Pirates with a slugging percentage of .692. She had a batting average of .385 with 20 hits from 52 at bats. Palmquist’s specialty was extra base hits. She had six doubles, two triples and two home runs (out of the

Lightning 5, SD Flash 4 Leadoff hitter, 1 for 3 with a double and an RBI. Moved from right field to pitcher in the fifth inning and pitched the final 1 and 2/3 innings for the save.

Lightning 4, Smitty’s 93 (Canada) 2 Leadoff hitter, 2 for 3 with a walk, four assists as shortstop.

Lightning 1, NE Shockers 2 Pitched complete game with five strikeouts.

Lightning 4, SD Sparxs 1 Leadoff hitter, 2 for 3.

Lightning 1, Beatrice NE 0 Leadoff hitter, 1 for 3 and drove in the only run for the win.

Lightning 1, Nebraska Rage 5 Leadoff hitter, 1 for 3. Started game and was relieved after giving up two runs.

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All-star/continued of the sixth inning with the help of an RBI double by Johnson, and three more in the eighth inning on just one hit.

The East did have a shot at a possible comeback in the bottom of the ninth when they put two men on with just one out, but two solid stops by Grantsburg’s Russ Thoreen, who normally doesn’t play the hot corner at third, ended up getting the final two putouts unassisted to end any chance of a rally. He also played catcher and hit the ball well with a single and hard-hit double to the gap in left-center.

Grantsburg’s Nolan Hanson saw a couple of innings on the mound for the East, pitching well, and Trevor Thompson of Grantsburg saw quite a bit of action at first base and at the plate.

For the Ospreys, Flaherty had a hit in the game and started the game at third base. Nelson also had a single for the Ospreys, and Brady Turner saw some action at the plate and in the field. Also listed on the Luck Legion team was Trae Gehl of Frederic, who had a solid single in the sixth inning for the East. Brodie Kunze, also of the Luck Legion, hit the ball well with a single and eventual stolen base in the fourth, and an RBI on a fielder’s choice in the second to help the cause.

Perhaps one of the best performances of the evening came by the bat and defense of New Richmond’s Dom Peterson, who hit a two-RBI triple in the West’s rally in

The All-Star East dugout didn't seem to mind the sun during Tuesday's Legion All-Star game. the third inning, and also doubled and singled. Peterson also took an eventual hit away from Kyle Johnson of BaldwinWoodville in the fifth. Johnson hit a ball deep to left, but a diving play by Peterson against the fence ended the inning.

Grantsburg Legion's Russ Thoreen trots back to the dugout after helping the All-Star West defeat the East on Tuesday.

Blue A's coach Dan Campbell chats on the mound with players of the All-Star West team.

Marcus Campbell of the Blue A's Legion baseball team was the starting pitcher for the All-Star West on Tuesday, July 6.

Luck Legion's Logan Hacker connects with the ball in the all-star game Tuesday. Hacker also pitched the final two innings for the East.

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Indian Creek Tractor and Truck Pull

The Lorain Fire Department held their annual Indian Creek Tractor and Truck Pull fundraiser on Saturday, July 3. Tractors (above and top below) started pulling at 11 a.m. and the trucks (bottom below) finally finished at 5:30 p.m. – Photos by Brenda Sommerfeld (ABOVE): Sunglasses were a necessity during the sunny day.

(RIGHT): Freezie pops were a popular item for the kids during the pull. They turned to liquid before many could finish eating them.

(BELOW): Many found shade where they could while some brought their own.

LEADER SPORTS SCOREBOARD FALUN CHURCH LEAGUE SOFTBALL Standings Team Siren Assembly Webster Baptist Falun Churches Trade Lake Baptist Calvary Covenant Trade River Free West Sweden/Zion Lutheran New Hope Lutheran Faith Lutheran Siren Covenant/Bethany Frederic Free

Overall 5-0 4-1 3-1 3-2 2-2 2-2 2-2 1-3 1-4 1-4 0-3

MEN’S SLOW-PITCH LEAGUE SOFTBALL Standings Team Overall Century 21 7-2 Pour House 7-2 Sundowners 7-2 Pheasant Inn 5-3 Chell Well 5-4 Fur, Fins & Feathers/Coyland Creek 4-5 God Squad 3-6 Grantsburg Sanitary 2-7 Da Crew 0-9

Scores

Wednesday, June 30 Sundowners 14, Fur, Fins & Feathers 6 Pheasant Inn 37, Da Crew 11 Chell Well 22, Century 21 3 Fur, Fins & Feathers 20, Grantsburg Sanitary 14 Pour House 19, God Squad 18

WOMEN’S SLOW-PITCH LEAGUE SOFTBALL

Standings Team Overall Coyland Creek 6-0 Chell Trucking/The Beehive 5-1 Smith Family Eye Care 3-3 Kris Pheasant Inn 2-3 Maurer Power 2-4 Indian Creek Tavern 1-4 Digger Nick 1-5 Scores Monday, July 5 Kris Pheasant Inn 7, Maurer Power 4 Chell Trucking/The Beehive 21, Indian Creek Tavern 6 Smith Family Eye Care 13, Maurer Power 4 Coyland Creek 24, Digger Nick 2

The two biggest tractors (above and below) had to pull three times before determining a winner. The John Deere pulled three full pulls, while the New Holland fell short in his last attempt.

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ATVs • BIRDING • BOATING • CAMPING • FISHING • HIKING • HUNTING • RECREATIONAL VEHICLES

Coyland Creek hosting Youth in the Outdoors day Program receives grant from Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation FREDERIC – Coyland Creek is once again hosting the fourth-annual Youth in the Outdoors Day on Saturday, Aug. 7.

Youth and their families from the area and beyond are invited to share a unique outdoor experience geared toward getting kids and their families more interested in outdoor traditions.

From 9 a.m., to 2 p.m., youth will be able to participate in outdoor crafts and painting, outdoor demonstrations from several outdoor area businesses, orienteering, educational demonstrations, shooting and fishing activities, archery, a rock climbing wall, DNR search and rescue demonstrations, fly fishing and the Lake Country Chapter Safari Club, which has been with the Youth in the Outdoors Day since it began in 2001. They’ll also get to see the DNR Wall of Shame, and much more. Admission is free and door prizes

Crowns of antlers were handed out to those that attended last year’s Youth in the Outdoors day at Coyland creek. The antlers were provided by the local Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation. – Photo by Marty Seeger will be awarded throughout the afternoon. There are several activities for ages 3 and up, and a free lunch will be served to the kids, while food is available to purchase for adults. Over 150 kids participated in last year’s event, and they’re ready to host more than 200 kids this year.

Coyland Creek is located eight miles

from Siren on CTH B or eight miles from Lewis on CTH E. For more information contact Kelsie at 715-653-4273 or visit www.coylandcreek.com.

RMEF grant In early June, the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation announced that 17 Wisconsin

counties would receive grants for wildlife conservation and education projects from the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation, and the Youth in the Outdoors program was among those on the list. The grant money affects Barron, Polk and Burnett counties and will be used to promote conservation and introduce youth into outdoor recreation.

The Amery School District in Polk County will also benefit from a grant they’ll be receiving for their National Archery in the Schools Program.

The total grant amount for the 17 counties is $48,620.

“These grants are possible because of the successful banquets and fundraisers staged over the past year by our Wisconsin volunteers, most of whom are elk hunters as well as devoted conservationists,” said RMEF president and CEO David Allen in a press release in June.

Since 1984 its annual grants have helped complete 176 projects in Wisconsin with a combined value of more than $5.6 million. – Marty Seeger with submitted information

What do you see when you look at a woodlot?

STATEWIDE – A scenic view? A future home site?

Recreation? Habitat for wildlife? A family legacy? A long-term investment?

Regardless of what you see, the key is proper management. Whatever your objectives are: wildlife habitat, recreation, revenue or scenery, good management can help get you there.

Proper land management begins with a plan - your plan. It should reflect your goals for your forest land and provide

guidance on how to achieve them. DNR foresters are here to assist you and guide you through the planning process.

DNR foresters are available to advise you on the implementation of forest management activities and practices, some activities include tree planting, timber harvesting and invasive species control.

There are even cost-share programs or tax-saving programs that may be available to some landowners.

Good news is that there is a tax-savings

program called the Managed Forest Law program that promotes sustainable forest management. For more information on this program call your local DNR forester.

Another great opportunity for Polk County landowners is that there are two cost-share programs that can help pay for the cost of planting trees. Tree planting takes some advance planning, and it is best to start the planning process now. A DNR forester can help you determine the most suitable trees for your planting site

and the number of trees to plant that will meet your goals for future wildlife habitat, recreation and aesthetics.

The next time you walk through your land, take it with a DNR forester and find out the opportunities you may have.

Polk County DNR Forestry office phone number is 715-485-3518. – submitted

Collared bears get the attention of researchers and homeowners EAU CLAIRE – The young black bear hanging around Eau Claire’s southeast side for the past couple of weeks has been a bit troublesome, but it has one feature making it especially valuable to wildlife researchers who are asking the public for tolerance and cooperation.

This bear is wearing a sporty black and brown collar worth more than $2,000. But its real value is in the information being stored on a digital memory card inside the collar. Every day, the collar takes a location reading from GPS satellites and records it. At the end of a full year, sometime next March, researchers will recover the collar, if all goes well, and they will be able to precisely chart the young bear’s movements through the seasons.

It is part of a yearlong study into the dispersal patterns of young black bears.

The collared bear in Eau Claire was born in a den near Mead Lake in Clark County, about 50 miles to the east. It is one of 10 yearling bears in central and western Wisconsin that were fitted with collars this past March.

For this reason, researchers are hoping the Eau Claire bear will not need to be trapped and relocated, because if that happens, its value to researchers is lost.

“We are interested in what kinds of habitat they are moving through and what they are not moving through,” said Karl Malcolm, a researcher with the University of Wisconsin. “That’s why these bears that are showing up in people’s backyards are rather interesting.”

If wildlife or law enforcement officials determine a bear is a threat to public safety, it will quickly be captured, study or no study. Such situations, fortunately, are rare.

Malcolm, by the way, is willing to come and speak to any group of homeowners, big or small, interested in learning more about the bear study.

Another of these collared bears was hanging around in Chippewa Falls in recent weeks, causing telephones to ring, but that bear has moved on and was last located near Durand. In fact, it has been moving along so quickly that researchers

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have temporarily lost track of its signal.

“I would appreciate it, if anyone sees a bear wearing a collar, that they call the DNR,” said Mike Gappa of Eau Claire, a retired DNR biologist and bear expert who has been assisting Malcolm with the study.

Biologists said conflicts between bears and humans are almost always associated with food or items that smell of food left outdoors. Bears have an extremely powerful sense of smell, and they tend to follow their noses. Bowls of pet food, garbage left out overnight and bird feeders are major attractions, so the DNR is asking residents in any area where a bear shows up to remove any food sources.

This will make it less likely that the bear will become habituated to humans, and more likely that the bear will move out of the area on its own, allowing the researchers to continue to follow its movements.

Gappa put the collar on the Eau Claire bear this past March when it was denned up with its mother. In addition to the 10 yearling bears with collars, seven sows are wearing less expensive collars that simply emit a radio signal so they can be located late next winter.

A sow bear breeds every two years, generally around June. In the first winter after breeding, the cubs are born in January. They will stay with the mother through the following summer and winter, but when it is time for the sow to breed again the yearling bears are sent off

on their own to make a life.

Typically the young females don’t wander too far, researchers said, but the young males have been known to travel hundreds of miles in search of territory they can call their own.

The bear in Eau Claire has been troublesome because it seems more habituated to humans than the average bear. It hasn’t threatened anyone, nor has it acted aggressively, but it sometimes needs more than the usual encouragement to move along. It can easily shelter in the heavily wooded Otter Creek corridor which runs behind homes, schools and businesses in the area east of Hwy. 53 and north of Prill Road (CTH AA.) Under a 2007 state law, any homeowner who knows or should know that a bear is coming to an outside feeder is required to remove that food source for a minimum of 30 days. Biologists point out that birds do not benefit from bird feeders once the snow melts in the spring.

For everyone’s benefit, researchers and homeowners alike, it would be best if the Eau Claire bear moves along and finds a better place to hang out, preferably not in someone’s yard.

“Take down the bird feeders,” Gappa pleaded. “Try to get that animal to move on.”

For more information contact: Kris Belling, DNR regional wildlife supervisor, 715-839-3736 or Ed Culhane, DNR communications, 715-839-3715. – from the DNR

9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Saturday, July 10,

10 a.m. to ??

Log splitter; scooter, 50cc; household items; contractor’s tools; lots of tools & lots of misc.

Great deals!

1949 E. Blake Lake Court, Luck 516215 46Lp

GARAGE SALE

TOWN OF APPLE RIVER

9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

3022 130th St., Frederic, WI West by Larsen Auto, 2 miles.

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Watch for pink signs.

516264 46Lp

HUGE MULTIFAMILY SALE

Tom Sykes, Clerk

Eureka Farmers Market Fridays, 2:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m., June - October Eureka Center at the Intersection of Highway 87 & 210th Avenue.

Friday, Saturday & Sunday, July 9, 10 & 11

516275 46-47Lp

8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Clothing from large to 2XL, men’s and women’s; shoes; lot of VHS tapes; books; craft items; household items; all kinds of furniture - dressers, nightstands, L-shaped couch, TV stands; men’s stuff. Something for everyone. Items are priced to sell.

23103 Imme Road, Siren

Go 5 miles east on County Road B, turn right onto Imme Road. Follow the signs.

515848 35ap 46Lp

(June 30, July 7, 14, 21, 28, Aug. 4) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY BAC HOME LOANS SERVICING, L.P. Plaintiff, vs.

MARIE DOYLE, et al.

Defendants.

Case Number: 09 CV 677 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on May 5, 2010, in the amount of $115,750.60, the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: August 19, 2010, at 10 a.m.

TERMS: 1. 10% down in cash or money order at the time of sale; balance due within 10 days of confirmation of sale; failure to pay balance due will result in forfeit of deposit to plaintiff.

2. Sold “as is” and subject to all legal liens and encumbrances.

PLACE: Foyer area of the Polk County Justice Center, 1005 W. Main Street, Balsam Lake, WI. DESCRIPTION: Lot 17, Block 3, Resurvey of Syndicate Addition to the City of St. Croix Falls, Polk County, Wisconsin.

PROPERTY ADDRESS: 110 North Madison Street, Saint Croix Falls, WI 54024.

TAX KEY NO.: 281-00849-0000.

Dated this 17th day of June, 2010. /s/Timothy G. Moore Sheriff of Polk County Benjamin J. Pliskie State Bar #1037985 Attorney for Plaintiff 13700 W. Greenfield Avenue Brookfield, WI 53005 262-790-5719 Please go to www.blommerpeterman.com to obtain the bid for this sale. Blommer Peterman, S.C., is the creditor’s attorney and is attempting to collect a debt on its behalf. Any information obtained will be used for the purpose. (197491)

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(June 23, 30, July 7, 14, 21, 28) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY AnchorBank, fsb f/k/a S & C Bank, Plaintiff, vs.

Wayne E. Neely et al.

Defendants.

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE Case No.: 10 CV 79 Case Code: 30404 Judge: Molly E. GaleWyrick PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on the 19th day of May, 2010, in the amount of $52,767.23, the Polk County Sheriff will sell the described real property at public auction as follows: DATE/TIME: August 24, 2010, at 10:00 a.m.

TERMS: 10% of successful bid must be paid to the Sheriff at sale in cash or by certified check. Balance due within 10 days of court approval.

Purchaser is responsible for payment of all transfer taxes and recording fees. Sale is AS IS in all respects and subject to all liens and encumbrances.

PLACE: Foyer Area of the Polk County Justice Center, 1005 West Main St., Suite 900, Balsam Lake, WI 54810.

DESCRIPTION:The South 52.28 feet of Lot 3, Park Addition to the Village of Milltown, Polk County, Wisconsin.

PROPERTY ADDRESS: 416 Milltown Ave., Milltown, Wis. Timothy G. Moore Polk County Sheriff ECKBERG, LAMMERS, BRIGGS, WOLFF & VIERLING, P.L.L.P. Nicholas J. Vivian (#1047165) Attorney for Plaintiff 1809 Northwestern Avenue Stillwater, MN 55082 515342 651-439-2878 WNAXLP Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (15 U.S.C. Section 1692), we are required to state that we are attempting to collect a debt on our client’s behalf, and any information we obtain will be used for that purpose.

Agenda will be posted at the Town Hall.

Town of McKinley Deborah Grover, Clerk

Regular Meeting - Mon., May 17, 2010

* Come and “Taste the Market” at our cook tent! Samples of seasonal produce in delicious and creative recipes. * Live music to start off your Friday afternoon by Jack Landang.

Lots of household; women’s & men’s clothing and shoes; tools & items too numerous to mention.

No early sales Rain or shine Not responsible for accidents.

The Regular Monthly Board Meeting For The Town Of McKinley Will Be Held On Tuesday, July 13, 2010, At 7:30 p.m.

Open book for the Town of Apple River will be Tuesday, July 13, 2010, from 3 - 5 p.m. at the Town Hall, located at 1612 U.S. Hwy. 8, Range, Wis.

Sat., July 10,

FREDERIC BOARD OF EDUCATION

NOTICE

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Friday, July 9,

NOTICE

Tel.: 715-825-6610

(July 7, 14, 21, 28) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS SERVICING, L.P., AS SERVICER FOR BANK OF NEW YORK AS TRUSTEE FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE CERTIFICATE HOLDERS, CWALT, INC., ALTERNATIVE LOAN TRUST 2007-18CB MORTGAGE PASSTHROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2007-18CB Plaintiff vs.

RONALD JAMES SANOSKI JR., et al.

Defendants.

Case Number: 08 CV 687 AMENDED NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on August 5, 2009, in the amount of $253,098.32, the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: August 11, 2010, at 10:00 a.m.

TERMS: 1. 10% down in cash or money order at the time of sale; balance due within 10 days of confirmation of sale; failure to pay balance due will result in forfeit of deposit to plaintiff.

2. Sold “as is” and subject to all legal liens and encumbrances.

PLACE: Foyer area of the Polk County Justice Center, 1005 W. Main Street, Balsam Lake, Wisconsin.

DESCRIPTION: The South Half of the Northwest Quarter of the Northwest Quarter (S1/2 of NW1/4 of NW1/4), Section 24, Township 33 North, Range 18 West, Town of Garfield, Polk County, Wisconsin.

PROPERTY ADDRESS: 882 190th St., Dresser, WI 54009.

TAX KEY NO.: 024-00853-0100.

Dated this 2nd day of July, 2010. /s/Timothy G. Moore Sheriff of Polk County Christina E. Demakopoulos State Bar #1066197 Attorney for Plaintiff 13700 W. Greenfield Avenue Brookfield, WI 53005 262-790-5719 Please go to www.blommerpeterman.com to obtain the bid for this sale. Blommer Peterman, S.C., is the creditor’s attorney and is attempting to collect a debt on its behalf.

Any information obtained will be used for this purpose.

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(June 30, July 7, 14, 21, 28, Aug. 4) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY Household Finance Corporation III, Plaintiff, vs.

DENNIS J. MEYER, SHANNON K. MEYER, Defendants.

Case No. 09 CV 635 Foreclosure of Mortgage 30404 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure in the amount of $196,402.28 entered by the court on September 24, 2009, the undersigned Sheriff of Polk County, Wisconsin, will sell the following described real estate.

Lot 9 of Certified Survey Map No. 3874, recorded in Volume 17 of Certified Survey Maps on page 137 as Document No. 640833, being part of the Northeast quarter of the Southwest quarter (NE 1/4 of SW 1/4), Section thirty-one (31), Township thirty-three (33) North, Range eighteen (18) West, Osceola Township, Polk County, Wisconsin.

TAX KEY NO. 42-782-0900.

STREET ADDRESS: 2364 60th Ave., Osceola, WI 54020.

PLACE OF SALE: Foyer of the Polk County Justice Center, 1005 W. Main Street, Balsam Lake, WI. DATE & TIME OF SALE: August 11, 2010, at 10:00 a.m.

TERMS OF SALE: 1. Property is sold “as is” and subject to all legal liens and encumbrances, including but not limited to unpaid and accrued real estate taxes, special assessments, and other governmental charges, plus interest and penalties, if any.

2. A bid deposit of not less than ten percent (10%) of the bid amount shall be due in the form of cash, cashier’s check, or certified funds at the time of sale.

3. Successful bidder to pay the entire unpaid balance of bid within ten (10) days following confirmation of the sale by the court plus buyer to pay for buyer’s title insurance, document recording fees and Wisconsin Real Estate Transfer Tax. 4. Failure to make timely payment following confirmation of sale will result in forfeiture of bid deposit.

Timothy G. Moore, Sheriff Polk County Law Offices of James E. Huismann, S.C. N14 W23777 Stone Ridge Dr. Suite 120 Waukesha, Wisconsin 53188 (262) 523-6400

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The President, Mr. Nelson, called the regular meeting of the Frederic School District Board of Education to order at 6:35 p.m. on Monday, May 17, 2010, in the 7 - 12 School, Room 107.

Board members present: Mrs. Amundson, Mr. Engen, Mr. Holicky, Mrs. Matz and Mr. Nelson.

Administration present: Mr. Draxler and Mr. Tischer. Mrs. Steen arrived at 8:05 p.m.

Motion Matz/Holicky that this meeting was properly noticed. The agenda was reviewed and item 6EAcceptance of Gift from Webster Schools was added.

Motion carried 5 - 0.

The following were also present for this meeting: Jeff Larcom, Jeff Carley, Warren Peterson and members of the press.

Motion Matz/Engen to approve the 4-19-10 regular meeting minutes and the 5-10-10 special meeting minutes.

Motion carried 5 - 0.

Mr. Nelson provided a summary of the 4-19-10 and 5-1010 closed session minutes.

Motion Matz/Engen to approve the 3-15-10 closed session minutes. Motion carried 5 - 0.

The invoices for April 2010 were presented as follows: Regular invoices (#8176-8236 & 38353-38412). $286,061.21 Payroll account.....................................................$92,967.41 Motion Amundson/Holicky to authorize and confirm the money payments of the invoices presented. Motion carried 5 - 0.

Mr. Nelson presented receipts for April 2010, totaling $191,204.17.

Mr. Tischer reviewed the 2009 - 2010 budget.

Motion Amundson/Matz to appoint Scott Nelson as delegate to the 2011 WASB Convention. Motion carried 5 0.

The administration presented building and district reports. Reports were submitted and presented by food service and buildings and grounds.

Mr. Carley reported on the athletic program, with discussion on a spring sports co-op with the Luck schools.

Motion Engen/Matz to accept the resignation of Jeff Carley as athletic director. Motion carried 5 - 0. Motion Holicky/Engen to accept the resignation of Bob Pyke as assistant athletic director. Motion carried 5 - 0. The board expressed appreciation and gratitude for the exemplary work of Mr. Carley and Mr. Pyke for the Frederic School District.

Motion Engen/Matz to sign the “Memorandum of Understanding” with the WI DPI to receive funds for the federally funded program - Race to the Top. Motion carried 5 - 0.

Motion Holicky/Matz to approve a contract with Student Assurance for student insurance for 2010 - 11 ($2,590.50 for all pupil coverage and $6,875 for group athletic coverage). Motion carried 5 - 0.

A policy for students’ medical care coverage was presented for first review.

Motion Engen/Amundson to accept the gift of a stage curtain from the Webster School District. Motion carried 5 - 0.

Mr. Nelson announced to members of the Board that they should consider adjourning to closed session for the purpose of negotiations and personnel matters. Mr. Nelson informed the Board that the closed session would be proper and is authorized by s. 19.85 (1)(c)(f)(i) of the WI Statutes.

Motion Matz/Holicky to adjourn to closed session. Vote by roll call was unanimous to convene in closed session and the motion carried 5 - 0. Time: 8:30 p.m.

The regular meeting reconvened at 9:50 p.m.

Motion Holicky/Amundson to approve a contract with Erin Schmidt as Junior High Softball Coach. Motion carried 5 - 0.

Motion Matz/Engen to approve the 2010 fall and winter coaching contracts as presented. Motion carried 5 - 0.

Motion Matz/Engen to rescind the layoff of Michelle Manz. Motion carried 5 - 0.

Motion Matz/Holicky to approve the CESA 11 2010 - 2011 Early Childhood Shared Service contract for the Luck, Unity and Frederic School Districts. Motion carried 5 - 0.

Motion Amundson/Matz to adjourn. Motion carried 5 - 0.

Time: 10:00 p.m.

Rebecca Amundson, Clerk

FREDERIC BOARD OF EDUCATION

Special Meeting - Tues., May 25, 2010

The President, Mr. Nelson, called a special meeting of the Frederic School District Board of Education to order at 7:35 a.m. on Tuesday, May 25, 2010, in the Elementary School Conference Room.

Board members present: Mrs. Amundson, Mr. Holicky, Mrs. Matz and Mr. Nelson.

Administration present: Mr. Tischer.

Motion Amundson/Matz that this meeting was properly noticed. Motion carried 4 - 0.

Dale Zank from Trane Co. presented a proposal for the boiler project. The Board requested that he rework the proposal without the elementary costs.

Motion Holicky/Matz to support a community pool using Fund 80 as the District has done in the past. Motion carried 4 - 0.

Mrs. Moore and students Emily Amundson, Kendra Erickson and Sarah Wells demonstrated SMART Board technology.

Mr. Nelson announced to members of the Board that they should consider adjourning to closed session for the purpose of negotiations and personnel matters. Mr. Nelson informed the Board that the closed session would be proper and is authorized by s. 19.85 (1)(c)(f)(i) of the WI Statutes.

Motion Amundson/Matz to adjourn to closed session.

Vote by roll call was unanimous to convene in closed session and the motion carried 4 - 0. Time: 8:22 a.m.

The regular meeting reconvened at 8:40 a.m.

Motion Matz/Holicky to adjourn. Motion carried 4 - 0.

Time: 8:40 a.m.

Rebecca Amundson, Clerk 516244 46L

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Notices/ Employment Opportunities

Siren police report

Job Title: Speech and Language Clinician Job Description: Grantsburg School District is currently seeking qualified candidates for the full-time position of a Speech/Language Clinician.

Successful candidates must have a degree in Speech & Language.

Qualifications: A Department of Public Instruction Certification/License is required.

Requirements: The candidate will provide Speech/Language therapy, evaluate students, report writing, IEP writing, meetings and scheduling students. The ideal candidate will have CCC licensing. Applicants must have the ability to interact collaboratively with peers, dedication to self-improvement and professional development and be team oriented.

How to Apply: Send letter of application, resume, credentials (Three current letters of recommendation and transcripts) and a copy of license

by July 14, 2010.

Contact: Dr. Joni Burgin, Superintendent Grantsburg School District 480 East James Ave. Grantsburg, WI 54840 715-463-5499 The School District of Grantsburg is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, sex, religion or handicap.

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(June 30, July 7, 14, 21, 28, Aug. 4) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY EVERHOME MORTGAGE COMPANY, Plaintiff, vs.

MICHAEL A. KLENNERT and JANE DOE, unknown spouse of Michael A. Klennert, Defendants.

Case No. 09-CV-995 Code No. 30404 Foreclosure of Mortgage Dollar Amount Greater Than $5,000.00 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on February 17, 2010, in the amount of $108,280.42, the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: August 18, 2010, at 10:00 o’clock a.m.

TERMS: 1. 10% down in cash or certified funds at the time of sale; balance due within 10 days of confirmation of sale; failure to pay balance due will result in forfeit of deposit to plaintiff.

2. Sold “as is” and subject to all legal liens and encumbrances.

3. Buyer to pay applicable Wisconsin Real Estate Transfer Tax. PLACE: Polk County Justice Center located at 1005 West Main St., Balsam Lake, Wis. DESCRIPTION: Lot Eleven (11) and the East 5 Feet of Lot Ten (10), all in Block One (1) of C.O. Danielson’s Addition to the City of Amery, Polk County, Wisconsin.

PROPERTY ADDRESS: 144 Hyland Avenue, City of Amery.

TAX KEY NO.: 201-00159-0000.

Timothy G. Moore Sheriff of Polk County, WI O’DESS AND ASSOCIATES, S.C. Attorneys for Plaintiff 1414 Underwood Avenue Suite 403 Wauwatosa, WI 53213 (414) 727-1591 O’Dess and Associates, S.C., is attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

If you have previously received a Chapter 7 Discharge in Bankruptcy, this correspondence should not be construed as an attempt to collect a debt.

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(July 7, 14, 21) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY CITIBANK (SOUTH DAKOTA) NA 701 E. 60TH ST. NORTH SIOUX FALLS, SD 57117 Plaintiff, vs.

JASON M. CHOVAN 483 55TH ST. CLEAR LAKE, WI 54005-3404 Defendant(s).

Case No. 10CV281 AMENDED SUMMONS Money Judgment: 30301 Our File: 906766 THE STATE OF WISCONSIN, To each person named above as Defendant: YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED that the Plaintiff named above has filed a lawsuit or other legal action against you. The complaint, which is also served upon you, states the nature and basis of the legal action.

Within 40 days after 7/09/ 2010 you must respond with a written answer, as that term is used in chapter 802 of the Wisconsin Statutes, to the complaint. The court may reject or disregard an answer that does not follow the requirements of the statutes. The answer must be sent or delivered to the court whose address is 1005 W. MAIN STREET, SUITE 300, BALSAM LAKE, WI 54810-4410 and to Rausch, Sturm, Israel, Enerson & Hornik, LLC, Plaintiff’s attorney, whose address is shown below. You may have an attorney help or represent you.

If you do not provide a proper answer to the complaint or provide a written demand for said complaint within the 40-day period, the court may grant judgment against you for the award of money or other legal action requested in the complaint, and you may lose your right to object to anything that is or may be incorrect in the complaint. A judgment may be enforced as provided by law. A judgment awarding money may become a lien against any real estate you own now or in the future and may also be enforced by garnishment or seizure of property.

Dated: June 29, 2010. /s/ Brandon E. Bowlin Rausch, Sturm, Israel, Enerson & Hornik LLC Attorneys in the Practice of Debt Collection 250 N. Sunnyslope Rd. Suite 300 Brookfield, WI 53005 Toll Free: 888-302-4011

NOTICE

TOWN OF DANIELS MONTHLY BOARD MEETING

The monthly Town Board meeting will be held Tuesday, July 13, 2010, at 7 p.m. at Daniels Town Hall.

AGENDA: Minutes & treasurer report; approve cemetery ordinance; town insurance agent; payment of town bills and any other business properly brought before the board. Agenda will be be posted at Daniels Town Hall 24 hours before meeting.

516216 46L Ellen M. Ellis, Clerk VILLAGE OF SIREN - NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

Public notice is hereby given to all persons in the Village of Siren, Wis., that a public hearing will be held on Thursday, July 22, at 10 a.m. at the Village Hall, 24049 First Avenue, Village of Siren, Wis., relative to an application for a Variance to the Village of Siren Land Use Ordinance as follows: Variance to allow maintenance of a three-season porch on an existing structure which is within thirty feet of the front yard setback at 7722 State Road 70, (PID: 07-181-2-38-1608-5 15-659-112000).

All persons interested are invited to attend said hearing and be heard. Information on the proposal is available at the Village Office at 24049 First Avenue.

Martin Shutt, Administrator 516241 WNAXLP 46L (June 30, July 7, 14, 21, 28, August 4) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY M&I MARSHALL & ILSLEY BANK, Plaintiff, vs.

PATRICK C. COLLOVA and LAURIE J. COLLOVA, husband and wife; and THE RIVERBANK; and GERALD LAVENTURE and JENNIFER L. LAVENTURE, Defendants.

Case No. 09-CV-940 Code No. 30404 Foreclosure of Mortgage Dollar Amount Greater Than $5,000.00 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on February 12, 2010, in the amount of $161,549.17, the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: August 17, 2010, at 10:00 o’clock a.m.

TERMS: 1. 10% down in cash or certified funds at the time of sale; balance due within 10 days of confirmation of sale; failure to pay balance due will result in forfeit of deposit to plaintiff.

2. Sold “as is” and subject to all legal liens and encumbrances.

3. Buyer to pay applicable Wisconsin Real Estate Transfer Tax. PLACE: Polk County Justice Center located at 1005 West Main St., Balsam Lake, Wis. DESCRIPTION: Lot 32 in Cattail Coulee, in the Town of Farmington, Polk County, Wis. PROPERTY ADDRESS: 200 260th St., Town of Farmington.

TAX KEY NO.: 022-01216-3200.

Timothy G. Moore Sheriff of Polk County, WI O’DESS AND ASSOCIATES, S.C. Attorneys for Plaintiff 1414 Underwood Avenue Suite 403 Wauwatosa, WI 53213 (414) 727-1591 O’Dess and Associates, S.C., is attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

If you have previously received a Chapter 7 Discharge in Bankruptcy, this correspondence should not be construed as an attempt to collect a debt.

driver’s license during a stop at 1:34 a.m. on Hwy. 70 and Ellis Avenue.

Rebecca E. Siegel, 25, West St. Paul, Minn., was cited for speeding on Hwy. 70 at Railroad Street at 11:32 p.m.

June 24: David M. Hakseth, 53, Siren, was cited for not wearing a seat belt in a stop at 4:45 p.m. on Hwy. 35 and Fandeen Road.

Luke L. Olson, 19, Minnetonka, Minn., was cited for speeding at 7:22 p.m. on Hwy. 70 and Hanson Avenue.

June 28: At 5:46 p.m., a brown and white springer spaniel running loose in Crooked Lake Park was returned to its owner.

June 30: Julie E. Chalupsky, 42, Webster was cited with operating while intoxicated (first offense), speeding and operating with a prohibited alcohol concentration of .08 percent or higher.

Chalupsky was stopped on Hwy. 35/70 north of the village limit.

July 2: Trent R. Herold, 19, East Bethel, Minn., was cited for speeding at 8:46 p.m. on Hwy. 70 and South Williams Road.

Kirsten K. Dropps, 33, Oak Grove, Minn., was cited for speeding on Hwy. 70 at North Alpha Drive at 10:37 p.m. The

Siren officer was taking part in a saturation patrol, covering Hwy. 70 between Siren and Grantsburg.

July 3: Mark C. Omer, 53, Grantsburg, was cited for nonregistration of an auto during at stop at the stoplight intersection at 2:44 a.m.

July 4: Keith A. Nelson, 49, Siren, was cited at 4:26 p.m. for failing to fasten his seat belt.

Nelson was observed earlier by the officer on duty, who followed and stopped him on Hwy. 35/70

by Crooked Lake Park. According to the report, Nelson told the officer he saw the officer following him and put his seat belt on.

A two-vehicle accident without injuries took place at 10:45 p.m. after the fireworks on Hwy. 35/70 and Crooked Lake Park. A vehicle driven by Deborah M. Edlund, 35, Crystal, Minn., rear-ended the vehicle in front of her, driven by Richard H. Groves, 63, Zimmerman, Minn.

The Siren Fire Department was called to clean up antifreeze and oil on the road.

July 5: Taylor R. McKenney, 16, Maple Grove, Minn., was cited for speeding at 1:19 a.m. on Hwy. 35/70 at Elizabeth Street.

POLK COUNTY POSITION ANNOUNCEMENTS LPN - Part Time 2:30 - 9/10:45 p.m.

(June 16, 23, 30, July 7, 14, 21) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT BRANCH 2 POLK COUNTY PROGROWTH BANK, Plaintiff, vs.

S PINES, LLC, ROBERT J. ROLOFF, DAVID D. GRAF, TROUT HAVEN DEVELOPMENT, LLC, Defendants Case No. 09 CV 906 Code No. 30404 (Foreclosure) NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE By virtue of and pursuant to a Judgment entered in the aboveentitled action on January 28, 2010, I will sell at public auction in the lobby of the main entrance of the Polk County Justice Center, 1005 W. Main Street, Balsam Lake, Wisconsin, on August 4, 2010, at 10 a.m., all of the following described mortgaged premises, to wit: Unit 13 Plat of Trout Haven Condominiums, Section 1737-16, Town of Clam Falls, Polk County Wisconsin.

Parcel ID No. 014-003701300.

Street Address: Lot 13, Trout Haven Condominiums, Clam Falls, WI. TERMS OF SALE: 1. This is a cash sale. A certified check or bank draft in the amount of 10 percent of the amount bid must accompany the bid, with the balance due upon confirmation of sale by the Court.

2. Sale is subject to all unpaid real estate taxes and special assessments.

3. Purchaser shall pay any Wisconsin real estate transfer fee.

4. The property is being sold on an “as is” basis without warranties or representations of any kind.

5. Purchaser shall be responsible for obtaining possession of the property.

Dated this 25th day of May, 2010.

Timothy G. Moore Polk County Sheriff John D. Leary Attorney for Plaintiff Ruder Ware, LLSC 402 Graham Avenue P.O. Box 187 Eau Claire, WI 54702-0187 Telephone: (715) 834-3425 Facsimile: (715) 834-9240 You are notified that we are attempting to collect a debt.

Any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

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NOTICE OF EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

north without head- or taillights on. The officer followed, lights and siren on. The driver finally slammed the brakes on along CTH E in Polk County, and the vehicle went into a ditch. The driver was identified as Stuart B. Schwan, 22, Luck. He was taken to Burnett County Jail on charges of fleeing an officer and operating without headlamps.

June 22: Jonathan Lindamood, 22, Grantsburg, was cited for driving without a valid

$19.31/hr. (base) up to $20.67 credit for long-term care experience/ not including shift differential YOU MUST COMPLETE A POLK CO. EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION TO BE ELIGIBLE. For applications, complete job description and qualifications; please visit our Web site at www.co.polk.wi.us, Employment Opportunities, or in person at 100 Polk Co. Plaza, #229, Balsam Lake, WI 54810, 715-485-9176 or Golden Age Manor, 220 Scholl Ct., Amery, WI 54001, 715-268-7107. AA/EEOC 515975 35a-e 46L (June 23, 30, July 7, 14, 21, 28) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS SERVICING, L.P. Plaintiff, vs.

ESTATE OF GORDON A. BIBEAU, et al.

Defendants.

Case Number: 08 CV 574 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on April 28, 2009, in the amount of $281,522.74, the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: August 12, 2010, at 10:00 a.m.

TERMS: 1. 10% down in cash or money order at the time of sale; balance due within 10 days of confirmation of sale; failure to pay balance due will result in forfeit of deposit to plaintiff.

2. Sold “as is” and subject to all legal liens and encumbrances.

PLACE: Foyer area of the Polk County Justice Center, 1005 W. Main St., Balsam Lake, WI. DESCRIPTION: Lot 1 of Certified Survey Map No. 2477, dated June 23, 1998, and recorded on June 24, 1988, in Volume 11 of Certified Survey Maps, page 185, as Document No. 569033, being part of the Southwest 1/4 of the Northwest 1/4 of Section 27, Township 35 North, Range 16 West, in the Town of Georgetown, Polk County, Wisconsin.

PROPERTY ADDRESS: 1972 90th Street, Luck, WI 54853.

TAX KEY NO.: 026-01157-0100.

Dated this 15th day of June, 2010. /s/Timothy G. Moore Sheriff of Polk County Christina E. Demakopoulos State Bar #1066197 Attorney for Plaintiff 13700 W. Greenfield Avenue Brookfield, WI 53005 262-790-5719 Please go to www.blommerpeterman.com to obtain the bid for this sale. Blommer Peterman, S.C., is the creditor’s attorney and is attempting to collect a debt on its behalf. Any information obtained will be used for the purpose. (197059)

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May 26: Johnathon B. Robertson, 18, Minneapolis, Minn., was cited for giving a false name and birth date to an officer (which came in as obstructing the officer) at 9 p.m. on Ball Park Road.

May 27: Thomas M. Shedaker, 63, Buchanan, Mich., was cited for speeding on Hwy. 35 and Clear Lake Street at 8:54 p.m.

June 11: At 9:17 p.m., the officer on duty spotted a truck going

(June 23, 30, July 7, 14, 21, 28) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY ANCHORBANK, FSB Plaintiff vs.

LINDA L. MUSEUS, et al.

Defendants.

Case Number: 09 CV 769 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on February 10, 2010, in the amount of $112,751.96, the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: August 12, 2010, at 10:00 a.m.

TERMS: 1. 10% down in cash or money order at the time of sale; balance due within 10 days of confirmation of sale; failure to pay balance due will result in forfeit of deposit to plaintiff.

2. Sold “as is” and subject to all legal liens and encumbrances.

PLACE: Foyer area of the Polk County Justice Center, 1005 W. Main Street, Balsam Lake, WI. DESCRIPTION: Lot 1 of Certified Survey Map No. 3432, recorded in Volume 15 of Certified Survey Maps Page 199, as Document No. 616145, located in the Northeast 1/4 of the Northeast 1/4, Section 33, Township 35 North, Range 18 West, Town of Eureka, Polk County, Wisconsin.

PROPERTY ADDRESS: 2104 190th Avenue, Centuria, WI 54824.

TAX KEY NO.: 020-00825-0000.

Dated this 14th day of June, 2010. /s/Timothy G. Moore Sheriff of Polk County Scott D. Nabke State Bar #1037979 Attorney for Plaintiff 13700 W. Greenfield Avenue Brookfield, WI 53005 262-790-5719 Please go to www.blommerpeterman.com to obtain the bid for this sale. Blommer Peterman, S.C., is the creditor’s attorney and is attempting to collect a debt on its behalf.

Any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

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Agenda items to include: Clerk, treasurer, chairman and supervisors reports; road report; building permits; boring permit; highway ordinance and items for future agenda.

Suzanna M. Eytcheson 516171 46L 36a Meenon Town Clerk

ATTENTION CLAM FALLS TOWNSHIP RESIDENTS

The Clam Falls Township Comprehensive Planning Committee will meet monthly in 2010. Each meeting will be on the second Tues. of the month at 7 p.m. in the Clam Falls Town Hall.

For information, contact: Perry Karl, 715-653-4247 or Brad Olson, 715-327-4614.

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(June 16, 23, 30, July 7, 14, 21) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY BAC HOME LOANS SERVICING, L.P. Plaintiff, vs.

THOMAS T. SCHWARTZ, et al.

Defendants.

Case Number: 09 CV 690 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on January 28, 2010, in the amount of $16,533.95, the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: August 3, 2010, at 10:00 a.m.

TERMS: 1. 10% down in cash or money order at the time of sale; balance due within 10 days of confirmation of sale; failure to pay balance due will result in forfeit of deposit to plaintiff.

2. Sold “as is” and subject to all legal liens and encumbrances.

PLACE: Foyer area of the Polk County Justice Center, 1005 W. Main St., Balsam Lake, WI. DESCRIPTION: A parcel of land located in the E1/2 of the SE 1/4, Section 16, Township 32 North, Range 15 West, Town Of Clear Lake, Polk County, Wisconsin, described as follows: Commencing at the SE Section Corner Of Section 15, then North on and along the Section Line and a Town Road 1,225 Feet to the point of beginning of land herein described; thence continuing on said Section Line 300 Feet; thence West at Right Angles 300 Feet; thence South at Right Angles 300 Feet; thence East at Right Angles 300 Feet to the point of beginning.

PROPERTY ADDRESS: 325 30th Street, Clear Lake, WI 54005.

TAX KEY NO.: 018-00340-0000.

Dated this 8th day of June, 2010 /s/Timothy G. Moore Sheriff of Polk County Scott D. Nabke State bar #1037979 Attorney for Plaintiff 13700 W. Greenfield Avenue Brookfield, WI 53005 262-790-5712 Please go to www.blommerpeterman.com to obtain the bid for this sale. Blommer Peterman, S.C., is the creditor’s attorney and is attempting to collect a debt on its behalf. Any information obtained will be used for the purpose. (196502)

INVITATION TO BID T.R.I.P. PROJECT TOWN OF LaFOLLETTE

The Town of LaFollette is seeking sealed bids for blacktopping Cranberry Marsh Road .751 mile going north from Mangelsen Road. Hot mix blacktop surface will be 2-1/2 inches compact and 20 feet wide. Prevailing wage determination #2012001247 is in effect. Bids are due and will be open on Monday, July 12, 2010 at the LaFollette monthly meeting which begins at 7:30 p.m. at the Town Hall. Bids can be mailed to Linda Terrian, Clerk at 23928 Malone Road, Siren, WI 54872.

Must have certificate of insurance. The Town of LaFollette reserves the right to reject any or all bids. For information on specifications contact Darwyn Brown at 715-566-2343.

Linda Terrian, Clerk 515839 35a 46L WNAXLP (June 30, July 7, 14) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY AMERICREDIT FINANCIAL SERVICES, INC., a Delaware corporation 4001 Embarcadero Arlington, Texas 76014, Plaintiff, vs.

BRYAN BERG 52 A. 75th Street Clear Lake, WI 54005, Defendant.

SUMMONS Case No.: 10-CV-000387 Code No.: 30301 Hon. Robert Rasmussen THE STATE OF WISCONSIN, TO SAID DEFENDANT: You are hereby notified that the plaintiff named above has filed a lawsuit or other legal action against you. The Complaint, which is also served upon you, states the nature and basis of the legal action.

Within forty (40) days of June 30, 2010, you must respond with a written answer, as that term is used in Chapter 802 of the Wisconsin Statutes, to the Complaint. The court may reject or disregard an answer that does not follow the requirements of the statutes. The answer must be sent or delivered to the court, whose address is 1005 W. Main Street, Balsam Lake, WI 54810, and to Plaintiff’s attorneys, Galanis, Pollack, Jacobs & Johnson, S.C., whose address is 839 N. Jefferson Street, Suite 200, Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53202.

You may have an attorney help or represent you.

If you do not provide a proper answer within forty (40) days, the court may grant judgment against you for the award of money or other legal action requested in the Complaint, and you may lose your right to object to anything that is or may be incorrect in the Complaint. A judgment may be enforced as provided by law. A judgment awarding money may become a lien against any real estate you own now or in the future, and may also be enforced by garnishment or seizure of property.

Dated this 10th day of June, 2010.

GALANIS, POLLACK, JACOBS & JOHNSON, S.C. Attorneys for Plaintiff By: Paul J. Galganski State Bar No. 1003453 Jerome C. Johnson State Bar No. 1016307 839 N. Jefferson Street Suite 200 Milwaukee, WI 53202 (414) 271-5400

(June 30, July 7, 14, 21, 28, Aug. 4) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY THE RIVERBANK, Plaintiff, vs.

WILLIAM E. MCCOY and CHERYL L. MCCOY, Defendants.

Case No. 10 CV 18 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE By virtue of and pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above-entitled action on February 12, 2010, in the amount of $148,684.33, I will sell the described premises at public auction at the Main Front Entrance of the Polk County Justice Center, 1005 West Main St., in the Village of Balsam Lake, Polk County, Wis., on Wednesday, August 18, 2010, at 10:00 o’clock a.m.

TERMS OF SALE: 1. 10% down in cash or certified funds at the time of sale; balance due within 10 days of confirmation of sale; failure to pay balance due will result in forfeiture of deposit plaintiff.

2. Sold “as is” and subject to all legal liens and encumbrances.

3. Buyer to pay applicable Wisconsin Real Estate Transfer Tax. DESCRIPTION: Unit 7 in Deer Path Town Homes Condominium, being a Condominium created under the Condominium Ownership act of the State of Wisconsin, by a “Declaration of Condominium for Deer Path Town Homes Condominium,” dated 28th day of December, 2001, and recorded the 29th day of August 2002, in the office of the Register of Deeds for Polk County, Wisconsin, in Volume 913 of Records, at page 294, as Document No. 639375 and by a Condominium Plat therefore, together with an undivided interest in and to the common area and facilities of the Condominium, said Condominium being located in the Village of Osceola, Polk County, Wisconsin.

PIN: 165-00839-0700, STREET ADDRESS: 400 Deer Path, Osceola, Wis. 54020.

Dated at Balsam Lake, Wis., this 14th day of June, 2010.

Timothy G. Moore, Sheriff Polk County, Wisconsin Steven J. Swanson / #1003029 Attorney at Law P.O. Box 609 105 South Washington Street St. Croix Falls, WI 54024 715-483-3787 515652 WNAXLP

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PUBLIC NOTICE POLK COUNTY HUMAN SERVICES DEPARTMENT

Public input is being sought for the 2010 Human Services Plan and Budget. The public is invited to attend two Human Services Board Meetings to provide input. We are seeking comments from clients, providers, interested citizens and community agencies as to the adequacy and need for services in such areas as services to Juveniles, Child Protective Services, Mental Health Services, Chemical Dependency Services, services to children with developmental or physical disabilities and any other services being or needing to be provided in the community.

The first meeting will be held on Thursday, July 29, 2010, 8:30 a.m., in the Lower Level Conference Room of the Government Center, 100 Polk County Plaza, Balsam Lake, WI 54810.

The second meeting will be held on Tuesday, August 24, 2010, 8:30 a.m., in the Lower Level Conference Room of the Government Center, 100 Polk County Plaza, Balsam Lake, WI 54810.

Written comments may also be submitted prior to 4:30 p.m. on Friday, August 27, 2010, addressed to: Sherry Gjonnes, Director Polk County Human Services Department 100 Polk County Plaza #50 Balsam Lake, WI 54810 The meeting site is accessible to the physically disabled.

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The Next Meeting Of The Meenon Town Board Will Be Held On Monday, July 12, 2010, 7 p.m., At The Meenon Town Hall.

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(July 7, 14, 21, 28, Aug. 4, 11) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY BANK OF AMERICA, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, as successor by merger to LaSalle Bank NA as trustee for WMALT 2005-5 BY: JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association Its Attorney-In-Fact Plaintiff, vs.

DAWN L. WOOD and JOHN DOE, unknown spouse of Dawn L. Wood, Defendants.

Case No. 10-CV-120 Code No. 30404 Foreclosure of Mortgage Dollar Amount Greater Than $5,000.00 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on June 11, 2010, in the amount of $96,351.43, the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: August 25, 2010, at 10:00 o’clock a.m.

TERMS: 1. 10% down in cash or certified funds at the time of sale; balance due within 10 days of confirmation of sale; failure to pay balance due will result in forfeit of deposit to plaintiff.

2. Sold “as is” and subject to all legal liens and encumbrances.

3. Buyer to pay applicable Wisconsin Real Estate Transfer Tax. PLACE: Polk County Justice Center located at 1005 West Main Street, Balsam Lake, Wisconsin.

DESCRIPTION: Lot Fourteen (14), Block Fifty-One (51), First Addition to the City of St. Croix Falls, Polk County, Wis. PROPERTY ADDRESS: 403 North Washington Street, City of St. Croix Falls.

TAX KEY NO.: 281-00042-0000.

Timothy G. Moore Sheriff of Polk County, WI O’DESS AND ASSOCIATES, S.C. Attorneys for Plaintiff 1414 Underwood Avenue Suite 403 Wauwatosa, WI 53213 (414) 727-1591 O’Dess and Associates, S.C., is attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

If you have previously received a Chapter 7 Discharge in Bankruptcy, this correspondence should not be construed as an attempt to collect a debt.

(July 7, 14, 21) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY CURRAHEE FINANCIAL, LLC ASSIGNEE OF THE 250 N. SUNNYSLOPE RD. BROOKFIELD, WI 53005 Plaintiff, vs.

DENISE L. TWIEST 434 N. ADAMS ST. ST. CROIX FALLS, WI 540249179 Defendant(s).

Case No. 10CV395 AMENDED SUMMONS Money Judgment: 30301 Our File: 820667 THE STATE OF WISCONSIN, To each person named above as Defendant: YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED that the Plaintiff named above has filed a lawsuit or other legal action against you. The complaint, which is also served upon you, states the nature and basis of the legal action.

Within 40 days after July 8, 2010, you must respond with a written answer, as that term is used in chapter 802 of the Wisconsin Statutes, to the complaint. The court may reject or disregard an answer that does not follow the requirements of the statutes. The answer must be sent or delivered to the court whose address is 1005 W. MAIN STREET, SUITE 300, BALSAM LAKE, WI 54810-4410, and to Rausch, Sturm, Israel, Enerson & Hornik, LLC, Plaintiff’s attorney, whose address is shown below. You may have an attorney help or represent you.

If you do not provide a proper answer to the complaint or provide a written demand for said complaint within the 40-day period, the court may grant judgment against you for the award of money or other legal action requested in the complaint, and you may lose your right to object to anything that is or may be incorrect in the complaint. A judgment may be enforced as provided by law. A judgment awarding money may become a lien against any real estate you own now or in the future and may also be enforced by garnishment or seizure of property.

Dated: June 17, 2010. /s/ Brandon E. Bowlin Rausch, Sturm, Israel, Enerson & Hornik LLC Attorneys in the Practice of Debt Collection 250 N. Sunnyslope Rd. Suite 300 Brookfield, WI 53005 Toll Free: 888-302-4011

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PUBLIC NOTICE

The Polk County Land Information Committee will hold Public Hearings on Wednesday, July 21, 2010, at 8:30 a.m., in the Government Center (1st floor, County Boardroom), Balsam Lake, Wisconsin, to consider the following and other agenda items: VERIZON WIRELESS requests approval to modify two Conditional Use Permits that were granted September 11, 2002, and June 18, 2007, to pour two concrete pads for backup generators.

Properties affected are: 783-A 190th St./County Rd. Y, Pt of NE 1/4, NE 1/4, Sec 26/T33N/R18W, town of Osceola; and 2380 210th Av (Terry & Denise Donaghue, landowners), Pt of NW 1/4, NW 1/4, Sec 19/T35N/R18W, town of Eureka.

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The July meeting of the Village Board of Siren will be held Thursday, July 8, 2010, at 2 p.m. at the Village Hall.

Agenda posted.

Ann Peterson 516071 Clerk-Treasurer 46L

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NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that the Frederic Village Board will meet, at the Village Hall, 107 Hope Road W., in the Village of Frederic, for the purpose of conducting general village business. This meeting will be held on Monday, July 12, 2010, at 7 p.m.

Kristi Swanson, Village Clerk Frederic, Wis. 516069 46L

(June 23, 30, July 7, 14, 21, 28) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY THE RIVERBANK, Plaintiff, vs.

CALEB T. HANCOCK and ADONNA J. HANCOCK, Defendants.

Case No. 09 CV 928 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE By virtue of and pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above-entitled action on February 4, 2010, in the amount of $123,056.49, I will sell the described premises at public auction at the Main Front Entrance of the Polk County Justice Center, 1005 West Main Street, in the Village of Balsam Lake, Polk County, Wisconsin, on: Tuesday, August 10, 2010, at 10 o’clock a.m.

TERMS OF SALE: 1. 10% down in cash or certified funds at the time of sale; balance due within 10 days of confirmation of sale; failure to pay balance due will result in forfeiture of deposit plaintiff.

2. Sold “as is” and subject to all legal liens and encumbrances.

3. Buyer to pay applicable Wisconsin Real Estate Transfer Tax. DESCRIPTION: Lot One (1), Block Nine (9), Original Plat of the Village of Centuria.

PIN: 111-00295-0000.

STREET ADDRESS: 201 5th Street, Centuria, WI 54824.

Dated at Balsam Lake, Wis., this 11th day of June, 2010.

Timothy G. Moore, Sheriff Polk County, Wisconsin Steven J. Swanson No. 1003029 Attorney at Law P.O. Box 609 105 South Washington Street St. Croix Falls, WI 54024 715-483-3787

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(June 30, July 7, 14, 21, 28, Aug. 4) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY THE RIVERBANK, Plaintiff, vs.

KIM L. BRAMAN and POLK COUNTY, Defendants.

Case No. 10 CV 19 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE By virtue of and pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above-entitled action on February 15, 2010, in the amount of $114,019.40, I will sell the described premises at public auction at the Main Front Entrance of the Polk County Justice Center, 1005 West Main Street, in the Village of Balsam Lake, Polk County, Wisconsin, on Wednesday, August 18, 2010, at 10:00 o’clock a.m.

TERMS OF SALE: 1. 10% down in cash or certified funds at the time of sale; balance due within 10 days of confirmation of sale; failure to pay balance due will result in forfeiture of deposit plaintiff.

2. Sold “as is” and subject to all legal liens and encumbrances.

3. Buyer to pay applicable Wisconsin Real Estate Transfer Tax. DESCRIPTION: Lot 2, Block 2, Central Park Addition, Village of Luck, Polk County, Wisconsin.

PIN: 146-00013-0000.

STREET ADDRESS: 304 4th Street, Luck, WI 54853.

Dated at Balsam Lake, Wisconsin, this 17th day of June, 2010.

Timothy G. Moore, Sheriff Polk County, Wisconsin Steven J. Swanson / #1003029 Attorney at Law P.O. Box 609 105 South Washington Street St. Croix Falls, WI 54024 715-483-3787 515654 WNAXLP

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Notices/Employment Opportunities

Agenda: Verification of posting; clerk’s

minutes; treasurer’s report; resident issues; road items; cranberry marsh and Moser Road chip seal; Mangelsen Road repair; White Pine Cemetery meeting update; open book Sat., July 24, 2010, 5-9 p.m.; Board of Review Sat., July 31, 2010, 2:30-4:30 p.m.; pay bills and look at correspondence.

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(June 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, July 7) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY Countrywide Home Loans Servicing, L.P. Plaintiff, vs.

CLAYTON R. HENSCHKE, et al.

Defendants.

Case Number: 08 CV 769 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on February 18, 2009, in the amount of $433,985.50. the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: July 21, 2010, at 10:00 a.m.

TERMS: 1. 10% down in cash or money order at the time of sale; balance due within 10 days of confirmation of sale; failure to pay balance due will result in forfeit of deposit to plaintiff.

2. Sold “as is” and subject to all legal liens and encumbrances.

PLACE: Foyer area of the Polk County Justice Center, 1005 W. Main St., Balsam Lake, WI. DESCRIPTION: Parcel 1: Lot 6 of Certified Survey Map No. 1813 recorded on February 28, 1995, in Volume 8, Page 161, as Document No. 527587, being part of Government Lot 4, Section 7, Town 35 North, Range 16 West, in the Town of Georgetown, Polk County, Wisconsin. Parcel 2: An Easement for the benefit of Parcel 1 for ingress and egress over that part of Government Lot 4, Section 7, Township 35 North, Range 16 West, in the Town of Georgetown, Polk County, Wisconsin, described as Outlot 1 of Certified Survey Map recorded February 28, 1995, in Volume 8 of Certified Survey Maps, page 162, as Document No. 527588. Parcel 3: A 66 foot wide private roadway easement for the benefit of Parcel 1 for ingress and egress as shown on the subject Certified Survey Maps over Government Lot 4, Section 7, Township 35 North, Range 16 West and Government Lot 1, Section 18, Township 35 North, Range 16 West, in the Town of Georgetown, Polk County, Wisconsin.

PROPERTY ADDRESS: 2222 117th St., Milltown, WI 54858.

TAX KEY NO.: 026-00246-0060.

Dated this 20th day of May, 2010. /s/Timothy G. Moore Sheriff of Polk County Chaz M. Rodriguez State Bar # 1063071 Attorney for Plaintiff 13700 W. Greenfield Avenue Brookfield, WI 53005 262-790-5719 Please go to www.blommerpeterman.com to obtain the bid for this sale.

Blommer Peterman, S.C., is the creditor’s attorney and is attempting to collect a debt on its behalf. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. (195995)

Polk County Early Learning Center (Balsam Lake) Center Assistant

Monthly Board Meeting Monday, July 12, at 7 p.m.

Milltown Fire Hall

QUALIFICATIONS: 18 yrs. of age and high school diploma/ GED; good oral/written communication skills; knowledge of Microsoft Office software; knowledgeable about general office procedure.

RESPONSIBILITIES: Assists in the daily operation of the center.

The position is 24 hours/wk. + summer days.

WAGE RATE: Determined by the current union contract.

Virgil Hansen, Clerk 515387 45-46L 35-36a,d

Family Partner Assistant

HELP WANTED

QUALIFICATIONS: 18 yrs. of age and high school diploma/ GED. RESPONSIBILITIES: Assist Family Partners in providing a socialization experience for 0- to 3-year-olds.

The position is 12 hours/wk.

WAGE RATE: Determined by the current union contract.

Will consider combining positions for the right candidate.

Stylist For Busy Salon

Apply in person at Shear Image Salon Hwy. 8, Glacier Drive St. Croix Falls, Wis. ask for Sherrie 515644 45-46Lp 35-36a,dp

(July 7, 14, 21, 28, Aug. 4, 11) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY AnchorBank, fsb f/k/a S&C Bank, Plaintiff, vs.

William T. Menne, et al.

Defendants.

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE Case No: 09 CV 681 Case Code: 30404 Judge: Molly E. GaleWyrick PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on the 28th day of December, 2009, in the amount of $143,743.04, the Polk County Sheriff will sell the described real property at public auction as follows: DATE/TIME: August 24, 2010, at 10:00 a.m.

TERMS: 10% of successful bid must be paid to the Sheriff at sale in cash or by certified check. Balance due within 10 days of court approval.

Purchaser is responsible for payment of all transfer taxes and recording fees. Sale is AS IS in all respects and subject to all liens and encumbrances.

PLACE: Foyer Area of Polk County Justice Center, 1005 West Main St., Suite 900, Balsam Lake, WI 54810.

DESCRIPTION: A parcel of land in the Southwest 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 15, Township 34 North, Range 17 West, described as follows: Commencing at a point on the West Section line of Section 15, 230 feet North of the Southwest corner of Section 15; thence North along the West Section line of Section 15, 143 feet; thence East 237 feet; thence South 183 feet; thence West 147 feet; thence North 40 feet; thence West 90 feet to the place of beginning.

Subject to the highway right of way along the West line of this parcel. Said land being in the Town of Balsam Lake, Polk County, Wisconsin.

PROPERTY ADDRESS: 1508 150th Street, Balsam Lake, WI 54810.

Timothy G. Moore Polk County Sheriff ECKBERG, LAMMERS, BRIGGS, WOLFF & VIERLING, P.L.L.P. Nicholas J. Vivian (#1047165) Attorney for Plaintiff 1809 Northwestern Avenue Stillwater, MN 55082 651-439-2878 Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (15 U.S.C. Section 1692), we are required to state that we are attempting to collect a debt on our client’s behalf and any information we obtain will be used for that purpose.

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The Monthly Board Meeting For The Town Of LaFollette Will Be Held At The LaFollette Town Hall On Mon., July 12, 2010, At 7:30 p.m.

CESA #11 HEAD START

TOWN OF MILLTOWN

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(June 23, 30, July 7, 14, 21, 28) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY THE RIVERBANK, Plaintiff, vs.

MARK K. ELLINGSON and KAY L. ELLINGSON, Defendants.

Case No. 10 CV 175 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE By virtue of and pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above-entitled action on April 26, 2010, in the amount of $112,357.53, I will sell the described premises at public auction at the Main Front Entrance of the Polk County Justice Center, 1005 West Main Street, in the Village of Balsam Lake, Polk County, Wisconsin, on: Thursday, August 5, 2010, at 10 o’clock a.m.

TERMS OF SALE: 1. 10% down in cash or certified funds at the time of sale; balance due within 10 days of confirmation of sale; failure to pay balance due will result in forfeiture of deposit plaintiff.

2. Sold “as is” and subject to all legal liens and encumbrances.

3. Buyer to pay applicable Wisconsin Real Estate Transfer Tax. DESCRIPTION: A parcel of land located in the Northeast Quarter of the Northeast Quarter (NE 1/4 of NE 1/4), Section One (1), Township Thirty-Two (32) North of Range Eighteen (18) West, described as follows: From the Northeast corner of said Section 1, go South 00º 22’ East a distance of 660 feet; thence North 89º 30’ West a distance of 418.3 feet; thence South 40º 00’ East a distance of 144.00 feet; thence South 42º 00’ West a distance of 60.00 feet; thence South 38º 52’ East a distance of 25.00 feet; thence South 42º 00’ West a distance of 100.00 feet to the point of beginning for the parcel to be conveyed herein; thence continue South 42º 00’ West a distance of 100.00 feet; thence North 38º 52’ West a distance of 190.15 feet to an iron pipe stake on the West edge of the public road, thence North 45º 08’ East along a meander line a distance of 99.3 feet; thence South 38º 52’ East a distance of 184.70 feet to the point of beginning, together with all land between said meander line and Big Lake, Polk County, Wisconsin.

PARCEL I.D. No. 002-009360000.

STREET ADDRESS: 1816 60th Avenue, Osceola, Wisconsin 54020.

Dated at Balsam Lake, Wis., this 26th day of May, 2010.

Timothy G. Moore, Sheriff Polk County, Wisconsin Steven J. Swanson No. 1003029 Attorney at Law P.O. Box 609 105 South Washington Street St. Croix Falls, WI 54024 715-483-3787

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(June 30, July 7, 14, 21, 28, Aug. 4) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY JP MORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, as purchaser of the loans and other assets of Washington Mutual Bank, formerly known as Washington Mutual Bank, FA, Plaintiff, vs.

GREGORY D. SCHROCK and JANE DOE, unknown spouse of Gregory D. Schrock; and HEIDI L. SCHROCK and JOHN DOE, unknown spouse of Heidi L. Schrock, Defendants.

Case No. 09-CV-1025 Code No. 30404 Foreclosure of Mortgage Dollar Amount Greater Than $5,000.00 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on February 12, 2010, in the amount of $253,659.84, the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: August 18, 2010, at 10:00 o’clock a.m.

TERMS: 1. 10% down in cash or certified funds at the time of sale; balance due within 10 days of confirmation of sale; failure to pay balance due will result in forfeit of deposit to plaintiff.

2. Sold “as is” and subject to all legal liens and encumbrances.

3. Buyer to pay applicable Wisconsin Real Estate Transfer Tax. PLACE: Polk County Justice Center located at 1005 West Main St., Balsam Lake, Wis. DESCRIPTION: Lot Two (2) and Three (3) of CERTIFIED SURVEY MAP NO. 4765, recorded in Volume 21 of Certified Survey Maps on Page 92, as Document No. 695720, being part of Lot 1 of Certified Survey Map No. 2901 recorded in Volume 13 of Certified Survey Maps on Page 155, as Document No. 589726, being located in part of the Southeast One-Quarter (1/4) of the Southwest One-Quarter (1/4) of Section Thirty-two (32), Township Thirty-three (33) North, Range Eighteen (18) West, Osceola Township, Polk County, Wisconsin.

PROPERTY ADDRESS: 2264 60th Ave., Town of Osceola.

TAX KEY NO.: 042-00808-0000.

Timothy G. Moore Sheriff of Polk County, WI O’DESS AND ASSOCIATES, S.C. Attorneys for Plaintiff 1414 Underwood Avenue Suite 403 Wauwatosa, WI 53213 (414) 727-1591 O’Dess and Associates, S.C., is attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

If you have previously received a Chapter 7 Discharge in Bankruptcy, this correspondence should not be construed as an attempt to collect a debt.

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The Town of Milltown is seeking bids for BLACKTOPPING - WEDGE AND OVERLAY of approx. .05 mile of 160th Street from 195th Avenue to 190th Avenue to be 2.5 inches compacted.

This is a L R I P Project to be completed this year.

The bidder’s attention is called to the fact that this project is subject to a prevailing wage determination which has been issued by the State of Wisconsin. That the prevailing wage rates and hours of labor set forth in the determination shall be applicable to this project.

Bids are due by and will be opened on Monday, July 12, at 7 p.m., at the Milltown Fire Hall. Bids can be sent to Virgil Hansen, Clerk, P.O. Box 100, Milltown, WI 54858. The Town reserves the right to reject any or all bids.

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DEADLINE TO APPLY FOR BOTH POSITIONS: Thursday, July 15, 2010, 4 p.m.

INTERVIEWS TO BE HELD IN TURTLE LAKE: Wednesday, July 28, 2010.

Applicants selected for an interview will be contacted Tuesday, July 20, 2010 and Wednesday, July 21, 2010.

To be considered for an interview, applicants must submit an agency application along with references to: CESA #11 Head Start Attn.: Human Resources 225 Ostermann Drive, Turtle Lake, WI 54889 To obtain an application and detailed job description, please see our Web site at www.cesa11.k12.wi.us/hs or call Head Start Central Office at 800-352-6283.

For information on other employment opportunities, please see our Web site, call Head Start Central Office or visit your local Job Service Center.

515360 34-35a,d EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER 45-46L (June 23, 30, July 7, 14, 21, 28) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY THE RIVERBANK, Plaintiff, vs.

DOUGLAS J. STRAIN and AMY T. OLCHEFSKE and CITY & COUNTY CREDIT UNION, Defendants.

Case No. 09 CV 883 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE By virtue of and pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above-entitled action on February 4, 2010, in the amount of $170,135.97, I will sell the described premises at public auction at the Main Front Entrance of the Polk County Justice Center, 1005 West Main Street, in the Village of Balsam Lake, Polk County, Wisconsin, on: Tuesday, August 10, 2010, at 10 o’clock a.m.

TERMS OF SALE: 1. 10% down in cash or certified funds at the time of sale; balance due within 10 days of confirmation of sale; failure to pay balance due will result in forfeiture of deposit plaintiff.

2. Sold “as is” and subject to all legal liens and encumbrances.

3. Buyer to pay applicable Wisconsin Real Estate Transfer Tax. DESCRIPTION: Parcel 1: A parcel of land located in the Southeast Quarter of the Southeast Quarter (SE 1/4 of SE 1/4), Section Eleven (11), Township Thirty-Two (32) North, Range Nineteen (19) West, Town of Farmington, Polk County, Wisconsin, being further described as follows: Beginning at the Southeast corner of Section Eleven (11); thence North 89º 14’17” West along the South line of said section a distance of 778.32 feet; thence North 334.60 feet; thence South 89º 14’17” East 67.38 feet; thence North 128.40 feet; thence South 88º 30’46” East 711.12 feet to the East line of Section Eleven (11); thence South along said section line 454.00 feet to the point of beginning.

Parcel 2: A parcel of land located in the Southeast Quarter of the Southeast Quarter (SE 1/4 of SE 1/4), Section Eleven (11), Township Thirty-Two (32) North, Range Nineteen (19) West, Town of Farmington, Polk County, Wisconsin, being further described as follows: Commencing at the Southeast corner of Section Eleven (11); thence North 89º 14’17” West along the South line of said section a distance of 778.32 feet to the point of beginning; thence continuing North 89º 14’17” West 130 feet; thence North 301.60 feet, more or less; thence South 89º 14’17” East 130 feet, more or less; thence South 334.60 feet to the point of beginning; subject to County Trunk X right of way over the Southerly 33 feet thereof.

Parcel 3: A parcel of land located in the Southeast Quarter of the Southeast Quarter (SE 1/4 of SE 1/4), Section Eleven (11), Township Thirty-Two (32) North, Range Nineteen (19) West, Town of Farmington, Polk County, Wisconsin, being further described as follows: Commencing at the Southeast corner of Section Eleven (11); thence North 89º 14’17” West along the South line of said section a distance of 908.32 feet to the point of beginning; thence continuing North 89º 14’17” West 65 feet; thence North 301.60 feet, more or less; thence South 89º 14’17” East 65 feet, more or less; thence South 334.60 feet to the point of beginning; subject to County Trunk X right of way over the Southerly 33 feet thereof.

PIN: 022-00268-0000.

STREET ADDRESS: 2513 40th Avenue, Osceola, WI 54020.

Dated at Balsam Lake, Wis., this 11th day of June, 2010.

Timothy G. Moore, Sheriff Polk County, Wisconsin Steven J. Swanson No. 1003029 Attorney at Law P.O. Box 609 105 South Washington Street St. Croix Falls, WI 54024 715-483-3787

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Burnett County warrants

NOTICE OF HEARING

The Polk County Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, July 20, 2010, at the Government Center in Balsam Lake, Wisconsin. The Board will call the public hearing to order at 8:30 a.m., recess at 8:45 a.m. to view site(s) and will reconvene at 11 a.m. at the Government Center in Balsam Lake, Wisconsin. At that time each applicant will inform the board of their request. (THE APPLICANT MUST APPEAR AT 11 A.M. WHEN THE BOARD RECONVENES AT THE GOVERNMENT CENTER.) ROBERT SHERRARD/SHERRARD’S TAVERN request a variance to Article 11C, Table 1 of the Polk County Shoreland Protection Zoning Ordinance to build a deck less than 75’ from the ordinary high-water mark. Property affected is: 2049 90th St., Pt. of Gov’t. Lot 7, Sec. 22/T35N/R16W, Town of Georgetown, Big Blade Lake (class 1).

DAVID LUNDGREN requests a Special Exception to Article 8D1(a) of the Polk County Shoreland Protection Zoning ordinance to operate a Tourist Rooming House. Property affected is: 763 S. White Ash Ct., Lot 45, White Ash Park, Sec. 11/T34N/ R16W, Town of Apple River, Apple River (class 2).

JOHN & BARBARA COLLINS request a Special Exception from Article 8D1(a) of the Polk County Shoreland Protection Zoning Ordinance to operate a Tourist Rooming House. Property affected is: 1899 Peer Ave., Lot 1, CSM #3589, Vol. 16/Pg. 102, Sec. 25/T34N/R18W, Town of St. Croix Falls, Deer Lake (class 1).

515863 45-46L 35a,d WNAXLP (June 9, 16, 23, 30, July 7, 14) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT BURNETT COUNTY The RiverBank, 304 Cascade Street P.O. Box 188 Osceola, Wisconsin 54020, Plaintiff, vs.

PTL, LLC 16205 280th Street Center City, Minnesota 55012, and Jerrold I. and Margaret A. Carlson 16205 280th Street Center City, Minnesota 55012 Defendants.

Case No.: 09-CV-228 Case Code: 30404 Foreclosure of Mortgage NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered in the Circuit Court of Burnett County on January 12, 2010, in the total amount of $882,095.59 against PTL, LLC, the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: July 27, 2010, 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 day after the court’s confirmation of the sale or else the 10% down payment is forfeited to the plaintiff. The properties are sold “as is” and subject to all liens and encumbrances.

PLACE: In the Front Lobby of the Burnett County Government Center, 7410 County Road K, Siren, Burnett County.

DESCRIPTION: Government Lot 1 of Section 13, Township 40 North, of Range 16 West, and that part of Government Lot 4 of Section 12, Township 40 North, of Range 16 West, lying Southerly and Easterly of the following described reference line: Commencing at the Southwest corner of Section 12-40-16, thence North 87 48; 57” East 2,582.94 feet to the South Quarter Section Corner of Section 12 with a Harrison Cast-iron Monument in position for this corner which is the point of beginning of the reference line, thence 17 16’ 56” East 287.03 feet to a 1 inch x 24 inch iron pipe monument, thence North 86 56’ 10” East 391.92 feet to a 1 inch x

30 inch iron pipe monument, thence continuing North 86 56’ 10” East approximately 43 feet to the water’s edge of Crooked Lake which is the termination point of said reference line; excepting therefrom Lot 1, Certified Survey Map No. 4191, recorded in Volume 22, Page 167 and 168 as Document NO. 389654, in the office of the Register of Deeds for Burnett County, Wisconsin. Said land being situated in Burnett County, Wisconsin.

Part of Tax key #020-4312-02 800, Part of Tax Key #0204313-01 100 PROPERTY ADDRESS: No property address listed.

DESCRIPTION: The W1/2 NE 1/4, and Government Lots 10 and 2, Section 19, Township 40 North, of Range 15 West, Burnett County, Wisconsin.

Tax Key #012-4219-01 200, #012-4219-01 300, #0124219-02 100, #012-4219-02 900 PROPERTY ADDRESS: No property address listed, Town of Jackson.

DESCRIPTION: Government Lot 2, Section 13, Township 40 North, of Range 16 West, Burnett County, Wisconsin.

Tax Key #020-4313-01 200 PROPERTY ADDRESS: No property address listed, Town of Oakland.

DESCRIPTION: Government Lot 3, Section 13, Township 40 North, of Range 16 West, Burnett County, Wisconsin.

Tax Key #020-4313-01 300, #020-4313-01 400.

PROPERTY ADDRESS: No property address listed, Town of Oakland.

DESCRIPTION: Government Lot 11, Section 18, Township 40 North, of Range 15 West, Burnett County, Wisconsin.

Tax Key #012-4218-01 800 PROPERTY ADDRESS: No property address listed, Town of Jackson.

DESCRIPTION: Government Lot 1, Section 7, Township 40 North, Range 15 West, Burnett County, Wisconsin. Tax Key #020-4207-09-400 PROPERTY ADDRESS: No property address listed, Town of Jackson.

Dean Roland Burnett County Sheriff MURNANE BRANDT Attorneys for Plaintiff 30 E. 7th Street, Suite 3200 St. Paul, MN 55101-4919 Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (15 U.S.C. Section 1692), we are required to state that we are attempting to collect a debt on our client’s behalf and any information we obtain will be used for that purpose.

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Notices INVITATION TO BID - VILLAGE OF WEBSTER MSIPLT PROJECT

TOWN OF ST. CROIX FALLS Polk County, Wisconsin www.townofstcroixfalls.org PLAN COMMISSION NOTICE OF HEARINGS July 14, 2010 The Town of St. Croix Falls Plan Commission will hold a public hearing at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, July 14, 2010, at the Town Hall at 1305 200th Street & U.S. Hwy. 8, St. Croix Falls, Wisconsin. Written evidence, testimony or comments, if any, must be delivered in person or by mail to the Town Hall.

The Town of St. Croix Falls is holding a public hearing to discuss amendments to the Town’s Driveway Ordinance. Drafts of the proposed changes are available at the Town Hall or on the town Web site, www.townofstcroixfalls.org.

The Town of St. Croix Falls is holding a public hearing to discuss amendments to Chapter 3 of the Town’s Zoning Ordinance. Drafts of the proposed changes are available at the Town Hall.

Josh Sebring requests a SPECIAL EXCEPTION for a small engine repair and sales business in the Commercial District.

The property address is 2005 U.S. Hwy. 8, St. Croix Falls, WI. The property is located in Section 27; the parcel number is 044-00769-0000.

Monarch Paving requests a SPECIAL EXCEPTION for a temporary asphalt plant in the Agricultural District. The property address is 1653 200th St., St. Croix Falls, WI. The property is located in Section 10; the parcel number is 044-00245-0000.

Jim Alt, Zoning Administrator 515807 45-46L WNAXLP (June 9, 16, 23, 30, July 7, 14) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY AnchorBank, fsb f/k/a S&C Bank, Plaintiff, vs.

Troy E. Thiele and Unknown Spouse of Troy E. Thiele, Defendants.

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE Case No: 09 CV 664 Case Code: 30404 Judge: Molly E. GaleWyrick PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on the January 5, 2010, in the amount of $72,115.27, the Polk County Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: DATE/TIME: July 28, 2010, at 10:00 a.m.

TERMS: 10% of successful bid must be paid to the Sheriff at sale in cash or by certified check. Balance due within 10 days of court approval. Purchaser is responsible for payment of all transfer taxes and recording fees. Sale is AS IS in all respects and subject to all liens and encumbrances.

PLACE: Foyer Area of Polk County Justice Center, 1005 West Main Street, Balsam Lake, WI 54810.

DESCRIPTION: Lot 3 of Certified Survey Map No. 2911, recorded in Volume 13 of Certified Survey Maps, page 165, Document No. 590725 in the Office of the Register of Deeds for Polk County, Wisconsin, located in the NW 1/4 of the SE 1/4 and in the SW 1/4 of NE 1/4, Section 33, Township 34 North, Range 16 West, which replaces Lot 3 of Certified Survey Map No. 2893, recorded in Volume 13 of Certified Survey Maps, page 147, as Document No. 589500, in the Office of the Register of Deeds for Polk County, Wisconsin. Together with an easement for ingress to and egress from Lot 3 of CSM No. 2911 to 125th Avenue over Lot 4 of CSM No. 2911, all as more fully shown on CSM No. 2911.

PROPERTY ADDRESS: 934 Mains Crossing Ave., Amery, WI 54001.

Timothy G. Moore Polk County Sheriff ECKBERG, LAMMERS, BRIGGS, WOLFF & VIERLING, P.L.L.P. Nicholas J. Vivian (#1047165) Attorney for Plaintiff 1809 Northwestern Avenue Stillwater, MN 55082 (651) 439-2878 Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (15 U.S.C. Section 1692), we are required to state that we are attempting to collect a debt on our client’s behalf and any information we obtain will be used for that purpose.

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(June 23, 30, July 7) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY CIVIL DIVISION BAC HOME LOANS SERVICING, LP. F/K/A COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS SERVICING, LP 5401 N. BEACH STREET FORT WORTH, TX 76137 Plaintiff vs.

DAVID FOUKS 2464 30TH AVENUE OSCEOLA, WI 54020 SHELLY FOUKS A/K/A SHELLY L. SWANSON 2464 30TH AVENUE OSCEOLA, WI 54020 Defendants PUBLICATION SUMMONS Case No. 10 CV 312 Judge Molly E. GaleWyrick Case Code No. 30404 THE STATE OF WISCONSIN To each person named above as Defendant: You are hereby notified that the plaintiff named above has filed a lawsuit or other legal action against you.

Within 40 days after June 23, 2010, 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 Lois Hoff, Clerk of Courts, Polk County Courthouse, 1005 West Main Street, Suite 300, P.O. Box 549, Balsam Lake, WI 54810, and to Gunar J. Blumberg, Johnson, Blumberg & Associates, LLC, Plaintiff’s attorney, whose address is 230 W. Monroe, Ste. 1125, Chicago, IL 60606. You may have an attorney help represent you.

If you do not demand a copy of the complaint within 40 days, the court may grant judgment against you for the award of money or other legal action requested in the complaint, and you may lose your right to object to anything that is or may be incorrect in the complaint. A judgment may be enforced as provided by law. A judgment awarding money may become a lien against any real estate you own now or in the future, and may also be enforced by garnishment or seizure of property.

Dated: June 15, 2010.

Johnson, Blumberg & Associates, LLC Attorney for Plaintiff Gunar J. Blumberg State Bar No. 1028987 Johnson, Blumberg & Associates, LLC 230 W. Monroe Street Suite 1125 Chicago, Illinois 60606 Ph. 312-541-9710 Fax: 312-541-9711 Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (15 U.S.C. Section 1692), we are required to state that we are attempting to collect a debt on our client’s behalf and any information we obtain will be used for that purpose.

The Village of Webster is seeking sealed bids for Hot Mix blacktopping on Oak Street East. Paving will consist of 1,150’ x 22’ of state certified hot mix to an average compacted thickness of 3 inches.

Also for 1,350’ x 22’ of state certified hot mix to an average compacted thickness of 2 inches.

Both dimensions will also include fine grading, water and compact as needed. Also included is Int. and D/W, K/O. Bids will be opened on Wednesday, July 14, 2010, at 6 p.m. at the Village of Webster Office. Bidder must have a certificate of insurance. Attention of bidders is particularly called to the requirements as to conditions of employment to be observed and minimum wage rates to be paid under contract, Section 3, Segregated Facility, Section 109 and E.O. 11246. State prevailing wage rates are applicable to this project.

The Village of Webster reserves the right to reject any bids or to accept any bid deemed in the best interests of the village and to waive any informalities or irregularities in the bidding.

For more information on specifications, contact Jay Heyer, Public Works Director, at 715-866-4211. 516155 46L WNAXLP (July 7, 14, 21, 28, Aug. 4, 11) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY First National Bank & Trust, Plaintiff vs.

Curtis Ventures, LLC Jeffrey M. Curtis Rebecca L. Curtis Michael James Curtis Beverly Curtis & Warren Smidt The RiverBank Schannon Mortgage, Inc. Bull Dozin, Inc., Defendants.

SECOND AMENDED NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE Case No. 08 CV 522 Classification No.: 30303 Under and by virtue of Judgment for Foreclosure in the above-entitled action issued by the Court Aforesaid on the 31st day of July, 2009, I am commanded to sell the following described property: Barron County Real Estate: The Southeast Quarter of the Northeast Quarter; the North one-half of the Northeast Quarter of the Southeast Quarter; the Northwest Quarter of the Southeast Quarter; all in Section 8, Township 32 North, Range 14 West (in the Town of Vance Creek), Barron County, Wisconsin. Tax Key #0500800-05-000, 050-0800-17000, 050-0800-19-000.

Washburn County: Lots 3 and 4 of Certified Survey Map #3309, Volume 15 of CSM, Page 137, being part of the Northeast Quarter of the Fractional Northwest Quarter and the Northwest Quarter of the Fractional Northwest Quarter of Section 2, Township 37 North, Range 13 West. AND, Outlot 1 of Certified Survey Map #3645, Volume 17 of CSM, Page 147, a Redivision of Outlot 1 of Certified Survey Map No. 3310, Document No. 311586, and Lot 9 of Certified Survey Map No. 3311, Document No. 311587, and Lots 10 and 11 of Certified Survey Map #3312, Document No. 311588, all located in the Northeast Quarter of the Fractional Northwest Quarter, Northwest Quarter of the Fractional Northwest Quarter, and the Southwest Quarter of the Fractional Northwest Quarter, Section 2, Township 37 North, Range 13 West.

AND, Lot 5 of Certified Survey Map #3310, Volume 15 of CSM, Page 138, being part of the Northeast Quarter of the Fractional Northwest Quarter; the Northwest Quarter of the Fractional Northwest Quarter and the Southwest Quarter of the Fractional Northwest Quarter of Section 2, Township 37 North, Range 13 West. AND, Lot 10 of Certified Survey Map #3645, Volume 17, page 147, a Redivision of Outlot 1 of Certified Survey Map #3310, Document No. 311586, and Lot 9 of Certified Survey Map #3311,

Document No. 311587, and Lots 10 and 11 of Certified Survey Map #3312, Document No. 311588, all located in the Northeast Quarter of the Fractional Northwest Quarter, Northwest Quarter of the Fractional Northwest Quarter, and the Southwest Quarter of the Fractional Northwest Quarter, Section 2, Township 37 North, Range 13 West. AND, Lot 17 of Certified Survey Map #3313, Volume 15, Page 141, being part of the Northeast Quarter of the Fractional Northwest Quarter; the Northwest Quarter of the Fractional Northwest Quarter and the Southwest Quarter of the Fractional Northwest Quarter of Section 2, Township 37 North, Range 13 West.

Tax Key Numbers: 65-002-2-37-13-02-2 02-000006000 65-002-2-37-13-02-2 01-000006000 65-002-2-37-13-02-2 01-000001010 65-002-2-37-13-02-2 02-000001010 65-002-2-37-13-02-2 01-000002000 65-002-2-37-13-02-2 03-000002000 Polk County Property: Lot 1 of Certified Survey Map #2392, recorded in Volume 11 of Certified Survey Maps, Page 99, Document No. 564643, located in the Northwest Quarter of the Northeast Quarter, Section 22, Township 35 North, Range 17 West, Town of Milltown, Polk County, Wisconsin, Tax Key #040-00577-0100.

All of the real estate shall first be offered for sale as one parcel.

Thereafter, the real estate in each county will be offered for sale as one parcel. Thereafter, the parcels in each county will be sold individually. The highest bid will then be accepted as the sale price.

PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on August 25, 2010, at 10:00 o’clock a.m., on that day at the front entrance of the Polk County Justice Center in the foyer thereof, located in Balsam Lake, Wisconsin, I will sell the above-described real estate to satisfy said judgment with interest and with costs to the highest bidder for cash.

TERMS OF SALE: 1. This is a cash sale. A certified check or bank check in the amount of 10% of the amount bid must accompany the bid with the balance due upon confirmation of the sale by the court.

2. Sale is subject to all unpaid real estate taxes and special assessments.

3. Purchaser shall pay any Wisconsin real estate transfer fee.

4. The property is being sold on an “as is” basis without warranties or representations of any kind.

Dated at Balsam Lake, Wisconsin, this 8th day of June, 2010.

Tim Moore, Sheriff Polk County, Wisconsin

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Derek L. Lindemann, 27, Webster, failure to pay fines, July 1.

Regina L. Polaski, 23, Webster, warrant - failure to appear, June 30.

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Tracee R. Belisle, 25, Webster, warrant - failure to appear, July 1.

Donald J. Buchholz, 26, Inver Grove Heights, Minn., warrant - failure to appear, June 29.

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to develop and equip the County Boardroom and the East, West and Lower-Level Conference Rooms as training and conference centers with video, audio and teleconferencing capabilities; and WHEREAS, adopted Resolution 10-10 authorizes expenditures “in part or in whole as deemed necessary; and” (see below)* WHEREAS, there is a practical need to furnish these rooms so that they may be used as training and conference facilities, in a manner consistent with the resolution; and WHEREAS, without the incurrence of further cost to the County; the County may furnish the noted rooms immediately with the chairs and tables that the County possesses, as a result of the purchase by the Human Services Department; and WHEREAS, by using said chairs and tables to furnish the noted rooms as training and conference facilities, the County would avoid any losses that would be associated with either the return of such furniture to Business Interiors by Staples, or other disposition; and WHEREAS, the County would experience rather immediate cost savings in the form of reduced operating costs and training expenditures by furnishing the noted rooms with the chairs and tables already in the County's possession; and WHEREAS, the County would experience a return on investment on its training and conference rooms when making seminars and training events available to other municipalities on a fee basis; and WHEREAS, consistent with state law and county policy, the Human Services Board has addressed the personnel issues associated with the void purchase by the Human Services Department; and WHEREAS, while not lessening the significance of the void purchase, it is in the interest of County, for all reasons cited above, to retain the furniture and to move forward on the training and conference room initiative.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, consistent with Policy 912, the Polk County Board of Supervisors declares void the purchase of furniture from Business Interiors by Staples, previously made by the Human Services Department.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Polk County Board of Supervisors reaffirms the transaction previously made.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the expenditure for the furniture, as a capital asset, is out of the 2010 operating budget of the Human Services Department.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Polk County Board of Supervisors retains the furniture and transfers the furniture from the Human Services Department to the Buildings, Parks and Solid Waste Department.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, the Polk County Board of Supervisors directs the Buildings, Parks and Solid Waste Director to install said furniture consistent with the directive provided in Resolution 10-10. *WHEREAS, the Human Services Board wants to finalize that part of Resolution 10-10 involving the furniture purchase from Business Interiors by Staples for the East, West and Lower Conference rooms; and Funding amount: $39,700.77 from 2010 Human Services Operating Budget.

Funding source: Transfer of Capital Asset as Noted.

Date Finance Committee Advised: N/A. Effective date: Upon Passage.

Approved as to form: Jeffrey B. Fuge, Corporation Counsel.

Date Submitted to County Board: June 15, 2010.

County board action: Failed.

Sponsored and submitted by the Human Services Board: Diane Stoneking, Marvin Caspersen and Gerianne Christensen.

Legislative Note: By adopting the resolution, the County Board of Supervisors reconfirms and endorses the express language and intent of Policy 912 to hold responsible those persons who make purchases on behalf of Polk County. The issue of responsibility regarding purchases made by the Human Services Department is a matter vested to the Human Services Board. Pursuant to state law and the county's personnel policies, the Human Services Board has addressed and resolved the relevant personnel issues.

The express language of Policy 912, Purchasing, voids the purchase of furniture from Business Interiors by Staples, but only internally to the County. Cancellation of the transaction and return of the furniture with a refund is not an option.

Business Interiors by Staples has offered to accept return of the furniture.

However, that new offer is made as a transaction separate from the void purchase. Business Interiors by Staples has offered the County $9,000 in exchange for the furniture. Accepting that new offer and returning the furniture would result in a net loss to the County of $30,000.

The County Board of Supervisors may retain the furniture. Taking such action is consistent with state law and Policy 912. Taking such action is also consistent with the County Board Resolution 10-10, which calls for the development of County Boardroom and the East, West and Lower-Level Conference Rooms as training and conference centers. Retaining the furniture for that specific purpose cost effectively accomplishes the policy decision made and found in Resolution 10-10. More significantly, by retaining the furniture for the purposes expressed in Resolution 10-10, the County Board of Supervisors would mitigate any loss resulting from the void purchase. In so doing, the County Board of Supervisors would uphold its fiduciary responsibility to Polk County.

In this instance, Article 3, Paragraph 1 (b) of the County Board Rules of Order, which otherwise calls for consideration by the Finance Committee matters which require appropriation, is inapplicable. The 2009 and the 2010 budgets, as approved by the County Board, appropriated the funds involved.

The above resolution seeks a transfer amongst departmental funds.

Accordingly, Wisconsin Statute Section 65.90 requires a two-thirds affirmative vote of the County Board of Supervisors for sufficient passage. Additionally, statute requires publication in the County's designated legal paper within 10 days of adoption.

On the 15th day of June, 2010, the Polk County Board of Supervisors adopted the above resolution, Resolution 39-10 - To Furnish County Training And Conference Centers.

Motion (Caspersen/Stoneking) to approve Resolution 39-10. Supvr. Stoneking and Corporation Counsel Jeffrey Fuge addressed the resolution. Motion (Sample/Stoneking) to amend Resolution 39-10 by striking the first Whereas Clause and inserting: WHEREAS, adopted Resolution 10-10 authorizes expenditures, "in part or in whole as deemed necessary;" and WHEREAS, the Human Services Board wants to finalize that part of Resolution 10-10 involving the furniture purchase from Business Interiors by Staples, for the East, West and Lower Conference Rooms.

Chair called for a 10-minute recess.

Motion to amend Resolution 39-10 carried by voice vote. Motion (Masters/ Brown) to further amend, amended Resolution 39-10 by striking the 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th and 7th WHEREAS clauses. Motion to amend the amended resolution was defeated in a roll call vote of 6 Yes and 15 No. (Voting yes: Supvrs.

Brown, Masters, Jepsen, O'Connell, Bergstrom and N. Johnson. Voting no: Supvrs. H. Johansen, Schmidt, Caspersen, Rattel, Edgell, Sample, Moriak, Arcand, Nelson, Luke, Stoneking, Kremer-Hartung, Voelker, Christensen and Wm. Johnson). Motion to adopt amended Resolution 39-10, which required a 2/3 vote, was defeated by a roll call vote of 13 Yes and 8 No. (Voting yes: Supvrs. H. Johansen, Schmidt, Caspersen, Rattel, Edgell, Sample, Moriak, Arcand, Nelson, Luke, Stoneking, Christensen and Wm. Johnson. Voting no: Supvrs. Brown, Masters, Kremer-Hartung, Jepsen, O'Connell, Bergstrom, N. Johnson and Voelker.) Resolution failed.

County Administrator Dana Frey addressed the County Board.

Committee/Board Reports were given. In the absence of the Interim Finance Director, Supvr. Masters gave the finance report.

Supervisors were presented with 23 Annual Reports from the various departments. They will be approved at the July meeting of the County Board.

Supervisors Reports were given.

Motion (Masters/Hartung) to adjourn. Motion carried. Meeting adjourned 9:12 p.m.

POLK COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS JUNE 15, 2010

Chairman Johnson called the meeting of the Polk County Board of Supervisors to order at 6:30 p.m.

County Clerk informed the chair that notice of the meeting’s agenda was properly posted in three public buildings, published in the county's legal paper and posted on the county Web site the week of June 6, 2010. Corporation Counsel verified that sufficient notice of the meeting was given.

Roll call was taken by the Clerk, with 21 members present. Supvr. Dean Johansen and Supvr. Kienholz were excused from the meeting.

Supervisor Harry Johansen led the prayer.

Chairman led the Pledge of Allegiance.

Chairman Johnson requested consideration and acceptance of the noticed agenda. Motion (Hartung/Nelson) to change the order of the agenda by moving No. 15 Proposed Ordinances, Resolutions and Action of the Board to following No. 9 Chairman's Report.

Motion to change the order of the agenda, carried by voice vote. Chairman Johnson informed the supervisors that he was postponing action on No. 13, Appointments of Persons to Committees and Boards, until the July County Board meeting.

Chairman Johnson requested consideration and any corrections to the published May 18, 2010, County Board minutes. No corrections were offered.

Public Comments were offered.

Chairman's Report was given.

RESOLUTION 37-10

TO AUTHORIZE A LEGAL SERVICES AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE HUMAN SERVICES DEPARTMENT AND THE CORPORATION COUNSEL FOR CY 2010 WHEREAS, during the past years of 2005 through 2009, the County Board of Supervisors has resolved to authorize a legal services agreement between the Human Services Department and the Office of Corporation Counsel for the provision of legal services on termination of parental rights cases; and WHEREAS, as a result of such legal services agreements, Polk County has been able to capture federal reimbursements under Title IV-E of Social Security Administration Act, thereby reducing net costs to the County that are expended for legal services in child welfare cases, which include termination of parental rights cases; and WHEREAS, the Federal Title IV-E legal reimbursement program allows reimbursement of legal services provided by the Office of Corporation Counsel based upon the personnel costs of attorneys and staff of the Office of the Corporation Counsel that are expended toward the provision of legal services in termination of parental rights cases; and WHEREAS, in order to continue to receive Federal IV-E reimbursements for legal services for termination of parental rights cases, it is necessary for the County to authorize on an annual basis a legal services agreement between the Human Services Department and the Corporation Counsel; and WHEREAS, entering into and implementing a legal services agreement as required for Federal Title IV-E reimbursement will allow Polk County to continue to prosecute termination of parental rights cases expeditiously and cost effectively; and WHEREAS, the Human Services Board has approved a 2010 legal services agreement between the Human Services Department and the Corporation Counsel that directs the Corporation Counsel to provide legal services for the purposes of prosecuting termination of parental rights cases; and WHEREAS, the Personnel Committee has approved a 2010 legal services agreement between the Human Services Department and the Corporation Counsel that directs the Corporation Counsel to provide legal services for the purposes of prosecuting termination of parental rights cases.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Polk County Board of Supervisors authorizes the Polk County Human Services Department and the Polk County Corporation Counsel to enter into a legal services agreement for the purposes of Federal IV-E reimbursement for termination of parental rights cases.

Initial funding amount: $16,750 Projected Budgeted Title IV-E Reimbursements $41,875 Projected 2010 County Levy Expenditures (40% Rate of Reimbursement) Funding source: County Levy as included within 2010 Departmental Budget of 2010 Corporation Counsel (Personnel Lines).

Finance Committee Advised: CY 2010 Budgetary Process.

Effective date: January 1, 2010.

Finance Committee Recommendation: Passage.

Approved as to form: Malia Malone for Jeffrey B. Fuge, Corporation Counsel.

Date Submitted to County Board: June 15, 2010.

County board action: Adopted.

Submitted by Personnel Committee: Patricia M. Schmidt, Ken Sample, Russell E. Arcand, James S. Edgell and Warren G. Nelson.

Submitted by the Human Services Board: Russell E. Arcand.

Res. 37-10 - To Authorize A Legal Services Agreement Between The Human Services Department And The Corporation Counsel For CY 2010. Motion (Schmidt/Brown) to approve Resolution 37-10. Corporation Counsel Jeffrey Fuge addressed the resolution. Motion to approve Resolution 37-10 carried by unanimous voice vote. Resolution adopted.

RESOLUTION 38-10

ON THE ADOPTION OF THE REVISED COUNTY PLAN FOR LIBRARY SERVICE WHEREAS, Act 150 was enacted into law by the 1998 Wisconsin Legislature and Governor; and WHEREAS, this act included revised statutory procedures for conducting county library planning, as well as new requirements for the content of county library plans; and WHEREAS, the Polk County Library Planning Committee appointed by the Polk County Board of Supervisors developed the Polk County Plan for Library Service, which met statutory requirements of the law and was adopted on July 20, 1999; and WHEREAS, the Library Planning Committee was reconvened and met in April 2010 to review and revise the plan; and WHEREAS, the revised plan must be formally adopted by the Polk County Board of Supervisors.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Polk County Board of Supervisors adopts the revised Polk County Plan for Library Service which is attached and made a part of this resolution.

Funding amount: $0.00.

Funding source: N/A. Date Finance Committee Advised: N/A. Effective date: Upon Passage.

Finance Committee Recommendation: Passage.

Approved as to form: Jeffrey B. Fuge, Corporation Counsel.

Date Submitted to County Board: June 15, 2010.

County board action: Adopted.

Submitted by: James H. Beistle, Nancy S. Mansergh, Warren Nelson and John Bonneprise.

Res. 38-10 - On The Adoption Of The Revised County Plan For Library Service. Motion (Schmidt/Christensen) to approve Resolution 38-10. Library Director Colleen Gifford addressed the resolution. Motion to approve Resolution 3810 carried by unanimous voice vote. Resolution adopted. A complete copy of Resolution 38-10 can be seen at the County Clerk’s Office.

STATE OF WISCONSIN COUNTY OF POLK

RESOLUTION 39-10

TO FURNISH COUNTY TRAINING AND CONFERENCE CENTERS WHEREAS, the Polk County Board of Supervisors adopted Resolution 10-10 which directed the Buildings Director and the Information Technology Director

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I, Carole T. Wondra, County Clerk for Polk County, do hereby certify that the foregoing minutes are a true and correct copy of the County Board Proceedings of the Polk County Board of Supervisors' Session held on June 15, 2010.

Carole T. Wondra, Polk County Clerk

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Balsam Lake Freedom Fest

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Car Show

1927 Buick owned by Gordon Moore, Centuria – Photos by Gregg Westigard

1936 Packard owned by Pete Mrozinski, Chisago City, Minn.

Turtle races

Young girls check each other’s turtles just prior to the turtle race last Sunday afternoon. – Photos by Marty Seeger

This young boy cheers on his turtle during the race held at Balsam Lake after the Freedom Fest parade last Sunday afternoon.

RIGHT: One of the many painted turtles in the turtle race in Balsam Lake; this one managed to get to the finish line before all the others.

A little boy checks the “starting line” before one of several turtle races. The turtles are placed in the center before the white barrier is pulled away. The first turtle to reach the outside circle is declared the winner.

A young man readies his painted turtle prior to the turtle races in Balsam Lake.

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My kind of July Fourth sky show

• COUNTDOWN TO ST. CROIX CASINO DANBURY •

Work remains on schedule for the Friday, July 30, public opening of the new St. Croix Casino Danbury. The final stages of construction and staff training are under way for what will be the most upscale casino, convention center and hotel in northwestern Wisconsin or northeastern Minnesota. The hotel will offer 47 rooms and suites (a suite is shown in photo at right, still under construction), a large convention center (partly shown in photo below) and more than 500 of the latest slot machines. The casino, which replaces the Hole In The Wall Casino, will offer 100 new jobs for the area.

Photos by Elizabeth Greiff

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It wasn’t hard to miss seeing one this weekend. In every direction, off in the dis- Priscilla Bauer tance, bursts of colors would occasionally light up the sky just above the horizon.

Even as early as last week people were firing off displays in preparation for the really BIG July 4 celebrations yet to come.

I remember when I was growing up my dad always wanted to head into the town early to secure the best parking spot from which to watch the fireworks.

My recollections of our family sitting together in the car, oohing and aahing as sparkling colors appeared above us are not without remembrances of the frightening booms of those loud bombs (that came without warning) between the showers of illuminating light.

As a teenager, friends and I found a much better and more private vantage point. I admit to climbing a certain tower in my town not only to watch fireworks but also to catch celestial shows such as northern lights or just to do a little moon or stargazing.

Today’s fireworks, so much more elaborate than when I was a kid, remain as popular as ever. Not only are the designs more complicated, the shows are often now put to carefully timed musical selections.

And while I’ve heard about how beautiful and exciting the displays have become, I haven’t actually gone to see one in several years.

So this July 4, just as I was thinking about maybe heading over to catch Siren’s show, a rain shower dampened my spirits.

Then as the sun re-emerged, a rainbow appeared brightening the backdrop of some rather gloomy, gray clouds.

I stood in the silent beauty, my spirits once again lifted, reminded that nature still had the best show in the sky I could ever hope for on the Fourth of July.

Webster dunk tank WEBSTER – Before and after the Webster Fourth of July Parade, local citizens volunteered to experience the dunk into the cold water of the dunk tank (donated by the Webb Lake Men’s Club). Lots of laughs were had by the onlookers as many folks, including the very young, participated in this Larsen Family Public Library building fundraiser. Leader readers are invited to contribute to the new Nexen Half Challenge grant of $30,000. The $177.50 made on the Fourth will be going to this challenge.

Send contributions to: Nexen Half Challenge, 7451 Main St., W., Webster, WI 54893.

RIGHT: Webster High School Principal Tim Widiker braces himself as he heads into the dunk tank at the Webster Fourth of July celebration, held to raise funds for the new Burnett community library. - Photos by Lucy Basler

Tim Maloney discovers being dunked wasn’t as fun as it looked.

RIGHT: Pastor Gerald Heinecke, new pastor at Our Redeemer Lutheran, awaits his next dunk.

Amy Sue Greiff, Webster student, took a turn in the dunk tank.

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by Nancy Jappe Leader staff writer FREDERIC – “What are the chances of something like this happening in Frederic?” members of Harold Jones family are wondering. For years they have know that there was a piece missing in the family history. But to find it right in their own backyard – in the small village of Frederic of all places – it really blows their minds.

Let’s look at the other pieces of the puzzle, starting with Harold R. Jones Sr., a man who was born in St. Peter, Minn., in 1891. Harold Sr. married Florence Ritter in 1913. The two had one son, Robert Ritter Jones, and were divorced in 1919.

Harold Sr. then married Clara Twinning in 1921. Two children, Betty Schmietendorf

This photo from the memorabilia found at the Harold Jones Jr. home in Frederi is of Harold Jones Sr. and his first-born son, Robert R. Jones Arundel, Arundel being the name of Bob’s stepfather. – Photo submitted

The missing piece of the puzzle of the Harold Jones Sr. family, the identity of nephew Bob Arundel, has been found. Shown here in Frederic, where three of the family members now live, are: Seated - Betty Schmietendorf. Standing – Bob Arundel and Harold Jones Jr. – Photo by Nancy Jappe

This photo showed up among the memorabilia held by both Harold Jones Jr. and his nephew, Bob Arundel. The man in the photo is Bob’s father, Robert R. Jones Arundel, Harold Jones’ long-lost older brother. – Photo submitted

and Harold R. Jones, Jr., were born to this marriage.

Somehow, over the years, Harold Sr.’s first son, Robert, faded out of the picture, at least as far as the second marriage was concerned. He didn’t talk about that son except, as a letter in the family trunk shows, to his parents. His mother apparently was the one who kept track of her first grandson. But that knowledge didn’t filter down to the rest of the family.

Robert Jones’ mother, Florence, married again, to a man whose last name was Arundel. Her son took that man’s name, using Arundel, and not Jones, for his last name from that time on.

During his lifetime,

Kathryn Jones shows the notebook she has put together of Jones family memorabilia, in chronological order, things like pictures, letters, birth and death certificates, draft card, notices, discharge papers and letters from home. All these items were stored in a trunk in the Jones home in Frederic until Kathryn decided to put them in order. – Photo by Nancy Jappe

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Robert married and had seven children, six girls, and a boy who carried on the name, Robert R. Arundel, only with a Jr. added.

Now let’s move ahead to the day in February of this year when two Siren School District employees, now-retired home and family living teacher Kathryn Jones and daytime maintenance employee Bob Arundel were in the same place at the same time. Out of the blue, Kathryn asked Bob a very important question: “Bob, how old would your dad be?” She asked Arundel for his mother’s name – Florence. She also wanted to know what Bob’s middle name was. When she heard the answer – Ritter – she knew what she had already suspected. “Bob, you and Harold (my husband) are related,” she told the astonished Arundel.

“What are the chances? It’s such a long shot,” was Arundel’s reaction.

Arundel has some of the things that belonged to his father, things with the name Jones on it. He has his grandfather’s World War I Army helmet. But his father said nothing about the Jones family, never mentioning his birth father, Harold Jones Sr. There was lots of information from Arundel’s mother’s side, but nothing much about his birth father or his side of the family. The same for Harold Jones’ family tree.

Harold Jones Jr., Kathryn’s husband, has, in his possession, a trunk of family memorabilia. Every once in awhile, he would take it out, look at it and put it back in the trunk again. One day Kathryn decided to put everything in chronological

order and to look into the missing part of the puzzle – whatever happened to the brother that Harold Jr. knew nothing about except that he had existed.

Harold Jr. and Kathryn went to the St. Paul History Center. A lady there helped them a great deal, getting a birth certificate and finding out that Robert R. Jones was also known as Robert R. Arundel.

“I think that is the way Bob at school spells his name,” Kathryn said.

That was July 29. On Aug. 9, Jones’ sister, Betty, had a stroke. Kathryn put the information she had received away, saying that someday she would have a talk with Bob Arundel. “I thought, this can’t be happening. I never got up to school to see him,” she recalled.

Then, on Feb. 10, when she was selling daffodils at Siren School, the opportunity to talk to Bob came up and, as a result, Bob Arundel from the small village of Frederic found himself the nephew of Harold Jones Jr., also a resident of the small village of Frederic.

No, neither one of them had been born anywhere near Frederic. Bob Arundel was born and grew up in Forest Lake, Minn. His uncle Harold was born in St. Paul, Minn., lived in nearby Woodbury, Minn., and moved to New Richmond 38 years ago. He retired from Doughboy Manufacturing (the old spelling for what is now Doboy Manufacturing) in 1994, and moved with Kathryn to Clear Lake.

The opening of the family and consumer living position in Siren on a parttime basis was what brought the Joneses to the Frederic area. Kathryn took the fulltime position in Siren in 1995, and the two established their permanent home in Frederic.

Bob Arundel’s father, Harold Jones’ brother, was born in St. Paul. He worked as a maintenance carpenter for American Hoist and Derek. He was disabled at the

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A traditional sight at local parades, as young and old alike chase after candy thrown from floats.

Photos by Raelynn Hunter

Even with the wrapper still on, freeze pops are a good way of cooling down.

Children enrolled in The Kid Country Childcare and Preschool, along with owner Chris Phernetton, tossed candy from their float in Webster on Sunday, July 4.

The Moonglow CafĂŠ tossed freeze pops from their float, which was a cool treat on a warm afternoon.

Members of the Burnett County American Legion led the Webster parade down Main Street on Sunday, July 4.

The Orange 4-H Club participated in the Webster Fourth of July parade on Sunday.

The Webster Fire Department sponsored their annual tug-of-war water fights after the Webster Fourth of July parade on Sunday.

The math

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teacher saw that little Johnny wasn’t paying attenJoe Roberts tion in class.

She called on him and said, “Johnny! what are 4, 2, 28 and 44?” Little Johnny quickly replied, “NBC, CBS, HBO and the Cartoon Network!”

••• The priest was preparing a man before he died.

Whispering firmly, the priest said, “Denounce the devil! Let him know how little you think of his evil!”

The dying man said nothing. The priest repeated his order. Still the dying man said nothing. The priest asked, “Why do you refuse to denounce the devil and his evil?” The dying man said, “Until I know where I’m heading, I don’t think I ought to aggravate anybody.”

••• What is the difference between mechanical engineers and civil engineers? Mechanical engineers build weapons, civil engineers build targets.

Daniel and I arrived for the Fourth of July festivities wearing red, white and blue Dr. Seussstyle hats and feeling particularly patriotic.

We had spent the previous Carrie Classon week vacationing along the Canadian border and were feeling a justifiable pride in both our country’s beauty and the considerable foresight that had gone into preserving so much pristine wilderness. We landed at my parents’ home with a soppy camper and a great hunger for baked goods.

We made it back just in time to ride in the boat parade, wearing our festive hats, waving American flags and eating banana bread. My 2-year-old nephew Beau rode beside me, waving a flag and gleefully saluting all the boats. Then we had my sister’s pie and watched fireworks from across the lake until the mosquitoes got too bad. We fell asleep in the camper just as it began to rain on the sheet metal roof, and Daniel said he had a dream that he was teaching 10,000 children how to play the maracas. It was a lovely day.

I never used to be a big fan of the Fourth of July. I thought patriotism had too much to do with guns and battles and feeling we were better than someone else. My big, sprawling country felt young and a little rough around the edges. I worried that we had imported a lot of our culture, all of our language, and too much of our cheese. My limited exposure to Europe made me feel that the United States was nothing but malls and 24-hour convenience stores, and I would sometimes wish I was from a smaller, more tasteful country with less to be embarrassed about.

Then I lived abroad for a few years.

I lived in Africa with a lot of Europeans. And while I greatly admired the antiquity and heritage of those two continents, I also came to appreciate my own

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country more.

I gained a greater appreciation for the large spaces we had managed to preserve, for the wilderness we took for granted.

But beyond the natural landscape of my country, I also began to appreciate the rangy exuberance that came with all that space.

While living abroad, I began to miss America’s cheery illusions of self-reliance. I missed, more than anything, a pervasive belief that Americans hold: a belief so infused in the culture we scarcely notice it.

We believe we can change our lives.

Unencumbered by traditional classes, unshackled from endemic poverty, we live and breathe an atmosphere in which—even in the hardest of times, against the worst of obstacles—we believe we can wake up in the morning and improve ourselves, our lives, and our world. Of course this is possible in other countries and in other cultures. But Americans seem to view the ability to recreate themselves as a birthright.

Riding on the pontoon boat, waving my flag in my Dr. Seuss hat, I was not thinking much about bombs bursting in air. (Although I was certainly aware that there are still bombs bursting, and earnestly wishing for the time when all our warriors are home safe at last.)

I was sitting between Beau, who will do and be whatever he chooses in the decades to come, and Daniel, who will both turn 50 next year and enter grad school, beginning yet another new life. I was glad for them both.

I am not starry eyed, but I am glad to wear my hat with the stars and stripes. I am glad to be part of this wonderful, complicated, occasionally embarrassing country that I love.

Till next time, — Carrie

Wild Kats Kamp under way The walls went up on the first Habitat home in Osceola on Saturday, June 26. That day a volunteer crew framed up the exterior walls, lifted them in place and installed the sheeting. According to project manager Neal Baker, the crew returned on Monday, put up the roof trusses and installed sheeting on the roof. Wednesday the interior walls were built and the dormer over the front door was constructed. Next up: shingles were set to be installed on Saturday. Pictured are the Habitat partner family, Shirley Schoenberger and daughter Breanna Prouty, with Habitat Executive Director Eric Kube in front of the home. “We are so happy,” Schoenberger said. “We still can’t believe it’s happening.”If you are interested in helping with this exciting and rewarding work, call the Habitat office at 715-472-6080. Meet wonderful people and help build homes for families who need them. A build will be starting shortly in Webster as well. - submitted

Hyper-parenting syndrome

Cold Turkey

Raising children to become responsible adults is a daunting reJohn W. Ingalls sponsibility and not for the faint of heart. Even though as a physician I am called upon to make difficult decisions and, yes, sometimes life and death decisions, I believe parenting to be exponentially more challenging and difficult.

I consider the most important duty with which I will ever be entrusted is that of being a good parent. I think most parents would agree with this idea, that nearly everything else of lasting importance in life pales in comparison to that of being a mother or father.

Being a parent is more difficult today because of the risks and choices both we and our children must face.

If we look back two or three generations the process was considerably more simple because of the relative lack of choices in nearly all areas of life. Food, lifestyle, entertainment options, employment opportunities, health care, friends, travel and in nearly every category you may consider, the options from which to choose were very limited when directly compared with today. Currently if you want to just look at entertainment options available to the average teenager the choices are staggering. Satellite television brings hundreds of viewing options, the Internet brings many thousands of options and portable music players in every size, shape and color can connect around the world disseminating millions of entertainment options. Cell phones play games, take pictures, search the Internet, monitor professional or college athletic events and are sometimes even used for phone calls. I believe that the potential for good in any of these options is offset by the equal potential for bad and this becomes the dilemma for the struggling parent. Not only do we struggle to sift through the deluge of op-

OSCEOLA - What are you doing this summer?

That’s the question that had been swirling around the offices of Wild River Fitness earlier this spring. The answer came in the form of Wild Kats Kamp, a six-week collection of activities and field trips to keep elementary school children busy this summer.

“This full-day program embodies the vision of Wild River Fitness as a center that promotes healthy living, healthy lifestyles and healthy community,” according to Lanette Johnson, fitness center manager, and the offerings center around a summer adventure.

“One of our goals is to provide activities for our youth to help make them – and by default our community – stronger and healthier,” she said.

The day camp features themed weeks that offer activities and field trips that will explore arts and crafts, cooking, fitness, nature and science. The Nature Week,

tions for our children, we also get caught up in the same process.

Somehow we are deluded into believing that if some of anything is good, then more is better.

The difficulty we face is where to MD draw the line between providing enough and providing too much.

Hyper-parenting syndrome gains its name from the parental tendency to provide or program a child’s life in minute detail with the intent to produce above-average academic results. Educational programs are often begun at a very young age including language immersion studies at the preschool age, science camps, educational programming and parental drilling with flash cards and rote memory. Scheduling of summer vacations becomes excessive. Summer days are scheduled until there is little free time available. 6 a.m. hockey, 8 a.m. dance class, 9:30 pottery class, 11 a.m. a field trip to the science museum, 2 p.m. quiet time until soccer practice at 5 p.m. then it is time to study or review what was experienced that day.

The next day is a repeat with some variation and so on until a program is ended and then it is on to something new.

Even the toys of infancy and early childhood reflect this trend. Infant walkers are an example. Years ago these were nothing more than a sling seat in a frame with wheels. You parked your child in them and they could push themselves around and get into trouble all on their own. Infant walkers of today are gaudy in comparison, large plastic frames with 10 or 15 bells, whizzers, spinners and ding-a-lings attached for educational purposes to stimulate the baby’s brain into early development.

Columnist Anna Quindlen addressed this problem a few years ago in an article titled “Doing Nothing is Something” published in Newsweek. The basic premise of her article is that we as parents have so overscheduled our children that we have taken away the

for example, includes field trips to the Osceola Fish Hatchery, DD Kennedy Park and Interstate State Park.

The Science Week includes trips to Franconia Art Park, the Star Prairie Trout Farm and the Science Museum of Minnesota.

The weekday camp is open to children 8 to 13 years old and began July 6 but registrations are still being taken. Each day runs from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. To better match a family’s summer schedules, children can attend anywhere from two days a week to every day.

Camp fees include field trip admissions, a T-shirt and extended child care in the morning, starting at 6 a.m., and in the evening until 6 p.m.

The camp schedule and fees are available online at WildRiverFitness.com or by calling 715-294-2164. - Submitted

best opportunity for them to learn on their own, that unscheduled free time to explore and discover without direct adult intervention. One movie that reflects this idea is “Sandlot,” about a boy and his friends as they gathered together in a neighborhood sandlot and played baseball (without Little League coaches and arguing parents). This was a magical summer highlighted by friendships, freedom and discovery.

I can reflect on my own childhood with contentment and never feel that any of it was wasted time. I fished with my cousins, we caught fireflies, we camped, we swam and rode bikes together. I visited and stayed with my grandparents and we played games and worked in the garden together. The only thing I remember being scheduled in my elementary school summer vacations was swimming lessons. I don’t ever recall any serious attempt at exposing me to educational opportunities before my formal elementary school days. We learned by example and experience.

If we so excessively schedule, drill and regiment our children in sports and academic pursuits there will be no opportunity for them to learn from our example because they will never spend enough time with us to matter. If you want your child to truly learn by discovery then stop buying educational programs and let them discover first hand what life is all about. Involve them in adult activities such as work, chores, discussions and life experiences in general.

I am not saying that education or a parent’s desire to teach their child is wrong, but what is needed is balance. We are so afraid of the idea that idle hands are the devil’s workshop that we fail to recognize the possibility that idle hands may be waiting for the hand of God to lead them on a great discovery.

This summer let go of the schedule and say yes to freedom. Spend undirected time with your kids, learn with them and learn from them. They may look back on that time as some of the very best of their lives.

Learn to let go.

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World War II memories

by Nina Borup Malmen Earlier today I stood in line at the local supermarket with a cart half filled with groceries. As I gazed at the 1-pound box of granulated white sugar at a cost of $1.35, my mind went back in history for about 68-plus years. The cost of sugar would have been much cheaper, but then on the other hand it may have not been available.

During the first weekend in December of 1941 the area of northwestern Wisconsin was well covered with a heavy snowfall. The road between our farm home in Laketown Township and the Alabama School that I attended had not been plowed. My dad took me to school using a team of horses and a sled as transportation. As I entered my classroom I glanced out of the window and saw my dad having a conversation with Gordon Walsten, who had brought his two children for a day of school.

My second-grade teacher, Dorothy Hanson Edgell, called the classroom to order and took the attendance. Then she asked if we knew about the terrible news that had happened over the weekend.

One of my classmates, Alan Esplien, a fourth-grader, rose to his feet and gave a verbal report. He repeated the word “war” a number of times. It did not make any sense to my 7-year-old brain.

When school was dismissed at 4 p.m., Dad was there with the horses and sled for our return trip to our home. He was having a lengthy conversation with the Rev. James Everson who was there to pick up the students who lived in the area of Atlas.

As I wrapped the blankets around my shoulders and headed for home, my dad began talking about something called Pearl Harbor. The only Pearl that I knew was a girl named Pearl Berg who also attended Sunday school with me at the Laketown (Tamarack) Lutheran Church.

Eventually, I learned the meaning of the words. War, Pearl Harbor and something called rationing.

We did not have electricity, therefore we had no radio, not even one that operated on batteries. Our issue of the Superior Evening Telegram was usually about three days old when it reached our mailbox. The actual reality of World War II did not seem possible until the young men of the community, one by one, were drafted to serve their country.

Farewell parties were hosted prior to their departures. My first cousin, LeRoy Harmon, who lived in the area of Freya (northeast of Grantsburg), received his notice during the summer of 1942. A joint farewell party was held for him and a neighbor by the name of Emmons Wistrom. As we were saying our farewells, LeRoy looked down at me from his lofty height and said, “I suppose by the time that I get back you will be in school.” I very quickly informed LeRoy that I was entering the third grade and I knew how to read and write. He grinned and answered that he would be expecting a few letters.

I became acquainted with a product called V-MAIL. It was a sheet of parchment-type paper trimmed with a red, white and blue border around the edges.

After completing a written message on the

River Road

Ramblings Collected by Russ Hanson My mother packed a lunch and later that afternoon we celebrated the end of World War II with a picnic somewhere out on the sand barrens of Sterling Township.

During World War II, most purchases were rationed. Nina Borup, only seven years old at the time, had her own ration book that allowed the family to buy certain items for her use. – Photo submitted front side, the side edges were folded in and then folded end for end to form an envelope. It was then sealed, addressed and with a stamp in the upper right-hand corner, was ready for mailing. Our military men were granted free postage on the letters that they wrote home to their loved ones.

During May of 1942 we were introduced to rationing. The government had control of prices and a limit on the amount of things that we could buy. Book No. 1 covered the rationing of sugar. These books were issued at the local public schools.

My mother became an expert at substituting saccharin for sweetening purposes.

Some of the cakes and cookies turned out pretty good and then again there were a few disasters. The adults using saccharin in their coffee usually made a face as they drank it and longed for the taste of a spoonful of sugar. We used corn syrup on our oatmeal.

Ration Book No. 2 came into our lives during the month of October 1942. This book was for gasoline rationing. Each vehicle was required to have an “A”, “B” or “C” sticker on their windshields. If you had an “A” sticker you were allowed enough gas to drive 150 miles per month.

The “B” sticker allowed 200 miles per month. The “C” card was for mailmen, doctors, police/sheriff, etc. You could purchase 5-6 gallons of gas for a cost of $1.

The speed limit was 35 miles per hour. A serviceman, when on leave, was allowed a stamp which covered 5 gallons of gas.

At a later date, meat, dairy products, cooking oil and canned goods (vegetables and fruits) were also rationed. Eggs were never rationed.

The rationing of coffee was added to Book No. 4. Coffee grounds were frequently used over and over again.

Automobiles, bicycles, fuel oil, kerosene, shoes, stoves, tires and typewriters were also rationed. The surrender of a coupon for nearly everything that was purchased became a practice of our daily lives.

If you lived in town your flower bed became a “victory garden.” Those who lived in the country found life was a little easier because they were able to raise large gardens and also raised their own meat.

Sugar was rationed from May of 1942 until June of 1947. Rationing for all items came to an end at the close of the war in 1945.

I was in the third grade when the need came for a new pair of shoes.

Dad took me to the store in Atlas which

was owned by Sylvester Schauls. The only pair of shoes in my size was a pair of boys shoes.

They were made of heavy brown leather and the sides came above my ankles. There were seven sets of eyelets for lacing purposes. I was devastated when Dad said, “We’ll take them.” There were tears in my eyes when he handed the necessary rationing coupons and cash over to Sylvester. I discovered that by rolling my anklets down over the sides of the shoes it was not so evident that these shoes should have been worn by a boy. It was a happy day when those shoes wore out.

The following year I was again in need of a pair of new shoes. We had moved to Trade Lake so my Mother took me to a store that was owned by Clifford and Alice Baldwin. I was elated when Alice found a pair of girls shoes. They were made of cheap leather with crepe-type soles.

At least they were shoes for a girl. After wearing the shoes several times the toes began to curl upward. When going to bed at night I would stuff the shoes with pieces of newspaper but that did not take care of the situation. I lived with aching toes all through the fourth grade. It was also a happy day when those shoes finally wore out.

One of the highlights of our life was when a new catalog would arrive in the mail from Sears, Montgomery Ward, Aldens or Spiegel. Due to rationing and wartime shortages a great deal of merchandise was marked “Not Available,” especially in the automotive section. One day as my dad was browsing through the Montgomery Ward catalog, he noticed a set of tires that were “available.” He immediately filled out an order blank and, accompanied by a check written on the First Bank of Grantsburg, he sent for the tires. Eventually he received a letter informing him that the tires were out of stock. However, he did not receive a refund. He wrote several not-so-polite letters asking for the return of his money. He never received a refund. From that day forward, whenever a catalog came in the mail from Montgomery Ward, it was immediately tossed into the woodstove.

On Aug. 14, 1945, my dad went to work as usual. He was employed as a mechanic at the garage in Trade Lake. A few hours later he returned home. We thought that he was sick. Then he announced that the war had ended. His boss (Algot Sjoberg) had decided to declare a holiday by closing the garage for the remainder of the day.

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***Notes from the Rambler Margo’s dad, Merlin, finally got moved into his new condo in West Bend. The farmhouse sale is still in limbo. The young appraiser from the buyer’s bank appraiser got all bothered that the basement is “nonstandard.” The house is 130 years old and has features of a house that old. In the basement is an “arch.” That is a large, separate room that has an arched ceiling, sort of a root cellar. It is covered with dirt and a crawlspace above the concrete arch to keep the temperatures about 55 degrees year-round. Grandpa Wilkens used it to store tons of potatoes each winter. He sold them in Milwaukee along with eggs, honey and other farm produce during the Depression years.

Another feature that bothered the appraiser is the cistern; a large cemented water tank in another part of the basement. Rainwater from the roof came through gutters and downspouts into the tank. The naturally soft rainwater was used for washing clothes. It hasn’t been used for at least 50 years, and is converted to another storage room.

The house has been extensively remodeled and is very nice. The appraiser was taken aback about things like pantries, dumbwaiters (the clothes chute originally rigged to carry things from the basement to upstairs) and multiple stairways to the second floor. A house like this definitely has character—something young bankers find annoying.

If the banks continue to give trouble, Merlin thinks he might try a contract for deed. Margo and I bought our Pine Island place that way.

It requires the seller and the buyer to trust each other and has the advantage of payments and interest going to the seller.

In these days with banks preferring not to loan money, it offers an attractive alternative.

Anyway, Merlin is moved into his new condo and the farmhouse is empty and clean, ready for sale, so Margo should be back soon. We have to get exhibits ready for the fair and plan our August trip to Seattle.

I have to clean up the cabin where I have been doing a little inside remodeling while Margo is away. Originally the loft ceiling was just the exposed rafters. Over the years I have insulated parts of it and am finally covering the insulation, having gotten tired of reading “Thermal and Sound Barrier,” “Formaldehyde free” above me in the sleeping loft.

Don’t forget to stop at the Eureka Farmers Market every Friday afternoon 2:306:30 p.m., where you can buy some of that wonderful Aunt Jemargo’s Pure Maple Syrup, made by folks who insist the oldfashioned way of making syrup gives the best results!

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Found money Remember this every time you pass that little penny

in the parking lot. I always thought that it was for Good Luck, but I like this version better: I found a penny today, Just lying on the ground.

But it’s not just a penny, This little coin I found.

Found pennies come from heaven, That’s what my grandpa said.

He said angels toss them down, Oh, how I loved that story.

I recently read a story about an elderly man who rescued pennies on the street, in a gutter, in stores and parks. He put them in an empty coffee can, and you’d be surprised how those pennies added up to a respectable sum.

A favorite stopping place was a train depot in Ashland, where we put pennies in a gum machine to receive two little chicklits in a tiny package. (Perhaps it was spelled Chiclets!)

Would you stoop to pick up a penny? I’ve heard that children no longer do that.

I’ve also been told that there is talk of doing away with the penny. How would we pay tax on a purchase or would it be rounded up to the next even amount?

We see very few half dollars these days. Change always seems to be quarters. They are useful in many machines in laundromats, casinos, etc.

Well, I can’t worry about coins as I’m worried enough about the future of post offices and mail delivery. I do my best and promote the U.S. Postal System and write many letters. There are no e-mails in our house.

Television was once a simple operation. Push a button to turn it on. Push a button to shut it off. Now it’s much more complicated with several steps necessary.

If something is new and improved, shouldn’t it be made an easier process?

When something is made new and improved I worry.

No longer can we open both ends of a can, flatten the can so it takes less room to recycle.

The lid on the cider vinegar is impossible to open.

Especially since I cut my nails to keep them short. Jar lids defy me, as I can’t get them open. Faucets in public rest rooms are a puzzle. Sometimes they go on automatically by themselves and go off before I’m through washing my hands. The words “new and improved” are not always true.

Behind the

Signpost Bernice Abrahamzon With love in the loving cup, Whenever you’re wrong, admit it, Whenever you’re right, shut up.

I Didn’t Go to Church Today I didn’t go to church today, I trust the Lord to understand.

The surf was swirling blue and white, The children swirling on the sand.

He knows, He knows how brief my stay, This spell of summer weather.

He knows when I am said and done, We’ll have plenty of time together.

Or, Do You Just Belong?

Are you an active member, The kind that would be missed, Or, are you just content To have your name on the list?

Do you attend the meetings And mingle with the flock, Or do you stay at home instead, And criticize and knock?

Do you take an active part, To help the work along?

Or, are you satisfied, To be a “just belong?

Do you ever go and visit, With the members who are sick, Or leave the work to just a few, And talk about the “clique?”

Think this over, member, You must know right from wrong, Are you an active member, Or do you just belong? – Anonymous Until next week, Bernice

Senior voices The April 2010 issue of the monthly senior voices contains several poems by Ogden Nash. I had almost forgotten what fun he is to read.

A Word to Husbands To keep your marriage brimming

Puzzle piece/from page 1 age of 54, and never worked again. He and his wife had been coming up to the Frederic area since 1970, and moved up permanently after Bob Sr. retired. Bob Jr.’s mother died in 1987. At first, Bob Sr. was able to take care of himself, then he started getting sicker and sicker.

Bob Jr. moved up to Frederic in 1994 to be with his dad.

He has no intention of ever going back to the Twin Cities. “I haven’t been down in the Cities for about 16 years,” he said, adding that it is very seldom he gets any further south than St. Croix Falls.

Bob Sr. died in Frederic Nov. 22, 1999. Both he and his wife are buried in the Catholic cemetery in Frederic. “I really, really regret I didn’t meet him over the years. I did think about him every once in while. I would think about his name (and wonder) if he had died or if he was alive. I never did it enough to pursue it,” Jones commented.

“My brother was alive when we came here, within three miles of us, but I never got to meet him,” Jones regrets.

When Jones and his nephew got together, armed with the knowledge that they are family, they found that they each had the same picture – an early-in-life picture of Arundel’s father – further proof that ended any doubt either of them had.

This wasn’t the first time the two had talked with one another. Jones worked full time for the Great Northern Outdoors store in Frederic for a while. He still works a few hours a week there. Arundel would come into the store to buy fishing gear and hunting ammunition. The two would talk, not realizing the stroke of luck that would bring them even closer together or that the love of hunting, fishing and the north country is a family denominator.

There’s one other important person who comes into the picture, Jones’ sister, Betty Schmietendorf. Five years ago, Schmietendorf moved north from Arkansas and now lives in Frederic with her brother and Kathryn.

“I thought I was up here by myself,” Arundel commented.

“I tell him he is not by himself any more,” Jones said.

“I always thought Bob was a wonderful fellow. I didn’t realize …”

“Here we are, blood (relatives),” Arundel said, wonder and joy still evident in his voice.

Do you remember?

Compiled by Bernice Abrahamzon

50 Years Ago Pressure canner clinics were scheduled in Polk County.-The Sterling Old Settlers picnic was set for Sunday, June 26.-Readers were reminded to display the American flag on Flag Day, June 14.-Specials at the Frederic Co-op Super Market included head lettuce at 2 heads for 29¢, new potatoes at 10 lbs. at 55¢, Banquet meat pies at 5 for $1, white bread 1-1/2-lb. loaf at 22¢ and round steak at 59¢/lb.-Specials at the Clover Farm Store, Frederic, included bananas at 2 lbs. for 25¢, flour at 50 lbs. for $3.39, cantaloupe at 2 for 49¢ and whole fryers at 33¢/lb..-Specials at Route’s Super Market, Frederic, were wieners at 49¢/lb., Carnation canned milk at 4 cans for 57¢, cake mixes at 3 for 79¢, coffee at 2 lbs. for $1.29.-Elmer R. Johnson, Frederic, had good used appliances including Maytag and Speed Queen washing machines at $25 and up, Westinghouse and General Electric refrigerators as low as $35 and Westinghouse ranges.-There were 125 homemakers who took part in Burnett County Achievement Day.-The Siren float took part in Cumberland Legion parade.Burnett County blood collection took a dip in May collection.-There were 389 immunized at Siren polio clinic.-Fairhaven Rest Home opened in Webster.-Obituaries included Albert E. Carlson and Mrs. Victoria Johnson.-Hay Day was held at Harold Schieder farm, Atlas, with machinery sales.

40 Years Ago Dates of the Polk County Fair were July 30, 31 and Aug. 1-2.-Canadian youth would be guests in area homes.-A dance was held at Log Gables every Sunday night with music by Bob Tones.-The Walt Disney “The Computer Wore Tennis Shoes” was playing at the D’Lux Theatre, Luck.-An FHA supervisor, Frank Werner, Balsam Lake, planned to retire and accept a new position as real estate salesman for Baker Land and Title Co., SCF.-Advotech planned to lease New Richmond building for offices and classrooms.-A Minnesota man was the 10th fatality for 1970 on Polk County highways.-G & G Implement was a new business in Luck.-A fellowship supper was held at the Lewis church and Pastor Bernie Scott showed colored slides of his trip to Salt Lake City, Utah, etc.-A reunion picnic was held at Siren for the Webster Class of 1940.Specials at Route’s Super Market, Frederic, included pot roast at 53¢/lb., beef stew at 69¢/lb., catsup at 25¢/bottle, potatoes at 10 lbs. for 59¢ and Festival corn at 5 cans for $1.-The Frederic Co-op Super Market had specials on 25-lbs. flour at $1.88, orange marmalade at 2 for 49¢, pork loins at 68¢/lb. and sliced bacon at $1.68/lb.-Jensen Furniture, Luck, was preparing for an open house of specials.-Thefts were reported from boats, cars, lakes and church.-Over 500 students showed an interest in summer courses in the area.Blueberries were ripe in woods.

20 Years Ago The Merton Clark murder trial in Polk County may cost $35,000.-Rezoning turned down for battered women’s shelter in Milltown.-Polk committee votes to lease or purchase land for quarry.-Groundbreaking took place for new care center a reality by July 1, in Frederic.-A new staff member of the Frederic Family Clinic was Claudia Stoll.-Anna Netys and Amy Videen were top students in the class of 1990, Luck.Ethel Oleson observed her 90th birthday anniversary at Pilgrim Lutheran Church in mid-May.-Measle vaccinations were recommended by public health office in Polk county.-Variety Video Center, Frederic, was moving to Main Street, Frederic, in the former post office building.-Playhouse 46 announced “Down to Earth” cast.-Obituaries included J. Erick Anderson, founder of MPM, Frederic; Barbara Falkers; Dollie Anderson; John Tyberg; Anna Carlson; Lulu Horsemann; Caroline Potocky; Dorthy Koukol; and Calvin Jensen.An Olympic Festival torch run was staged in Taylors Falls, Minn.-A contract was OKed for work on Hwy. 35, Hwy. 8.-The sale of tax-delinquent property in Burnett County brought in $172,000.-The Webster Area Chamber of Commerce presented the fourth-annual Arts & Crafts Extravaganza Show and Sale on May 26, at the high school gym.-Bob Becker in his column Bootprints wrote about old bottles as treasures.

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653-4281 The Sunday, July 4, Lewis church service was patriotic and also communion Sunday. Communion stewards Marie Nelson and Carl Warndahl offered the elements along with Pastor Tom. Rich Hutchinson was in charge of Sunday’s service at the Siren United Methodist Church at 9 a.m., ushering in the 10 a.m. pie and homemade icecream social. Many varieties of pies and the vanilla ice cream was very, very special. A used book sale was also featured.

All the cars in the area must have parked in Siren or Webster for parades and festivities. Despite the crowds, everyone seemed to be patient and polite.

Nice to have Dave and Judy Mrudtt in church at Lewis on Sunday as Judy has been ill. They are enjoying this year’s wild blueberries in the Danbury area.

Sunday’s sudden rain in the morning was a surprise, but the gardens, landscape and fields were refreshed. (People, too.)

The Lewis choir sang at Sunday’s service. Assisting Pastor Tom were Sylvia Schaetzel and Robin Peterson. Alice and Charles Ford served coffee and goodies after the service. Linda and MacKenna Cook were ushers.

The July church newsletter arrived in mailboxes last week. Please read it, as it has interesting information in it.

The Indianhead Gem and Mineral Society met Monday night at the Luck Senior Citizen Center.

Members are gearing up for this year’s annual Gem and Mineral Show on Saturday and Sunday, July 24 and 25. No admission charge, but many fascinating items inside the school to tempt and fascinate buyers.

The Northwest Regional Writers and the Poco Penners will enjoy a combined potluck this Friday at noon at a different site, the library room below the red water tower at Balsam Lake. Bring a bowl to pass (with something good to eat in it) and something original to read aloud. It will be sharing time in several ways.

Need a ride to above? Carpooling at 11:15 a.m., at St. Dominic’s parking lot, Frederic. Or call Mary J. or one of the other members able to drive the distance. Glad to report that LeRoy Jones has been recuperating at home after surgery for a broken hip.

He was hospitalized at both Duluth, Minn., and Grantsburg.

Plans are under way for the annual tent revival and Charles E. Lewis Days the second weekend in August. The Lewis church has recently added a new dimension to its agenda with jam sessions and/or bluegrass/vocal and instruments, etc. Modern congregations enjoy that kind of music, i.e.: “I’ll Fly Away” is even included in the United Methodist hymnals. Music outside, under the pines, is enjoyed along with games, flea market and food.

At last Wednesday’s monthly board meeting at the Lewis church the date of the annual rummage sale was set for Saturday, July 31, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., at the church. That’s later in the season, but a convenient time. Clean and useful items are being accepted as donations. No large kitchen appliances.

No electronics or items that require a fee to discard.

Your cooperation is appreciated.

Diane and Ron Ackland of Hutchinson, Minn., spent the weekend here as houseguests of Carol and Lee Mangelsen. They come to visit Diane’s mother, LaVerne Leep, and other family members,

St. Croix Valley Senior Center

Bernice Abrahamzon

plus see the tractor show out at Indian Creek, etc.

Good conversations over good food shared together.

Skonewood programs continue to be popular entertainment on Sunday evenings at 7 p.m. To accommodate large turnouts, the programs are held outside so it has been suggested to bring lawn/camp chairs for setting up outside. Yes, light refreshments are there as a treat.

John Glockzin is recuperating at his Frederic home following a procedure to place a stent in his heart to help it work better. Wife, Mickey, will see to it that he gets the right rest and care. Wishing you well, John.

Even gardens planted late are looking good, re-

Academic news ST. PAUL, Minn. - The student listed below has graduated from Bethel University following the spring 2010 semester. More than 800 students graduated in four commencement ceremonies held on the Bethel University campus on Saturday, May 22.

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Kelsey Kaefer, daughter of Gary and Jane Kaefer, Bachelor of Arts degree, social work. - submitted ••• ST. PAUL, Minn. - The students listed below were named to the dean’s list for academic excellence at Bethel University, St. Paul, Minn., during the 2010 spring semester. The dean’s list honors students who achieve an outstanding scholastic record during a semester with a grade-point average of 3.6 or greater.

Seventy-two people came out for our Dining at Five dinner on Thursday evening to listen to the music by Bob and wish Roy Clark best wishes on his retirement. I believe that this is the largest turnout we have ever had for this event. Lois Taylor, director of the Aging Program presented Roy with a plaque for the many years of service that he donated to the county.

Next week on July 14, Paul Klocko from TEEP will give a presentation of the free telephones for hearing impaired people. July 14 is the day of our senior picnic at Crooked Lake Park and it was felt that he could reach a number of seniors from the surrounding centers at this time. As we know there are a great number of people other than seniors who are interested in these telephones and hopefully we can have a future meeting at the senior center for all others who are need them. We will update you on future meetings if you can’t make the picnic.

Remember the picnic begins at noon and the cost is the same as your regular dinner, $3.50 or your dinner ticket.

For all you folks who have a hankering to travel this fall, the United Methodist Church in Siren is

Anne Lexen, daughter of Kyle and Kathleen Lexen, biology, Bachelor of Arts;

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Amy Lindh, daughter of Mark and Diane Lindh, psychology. – submitted ••• BEMIDJI, Minn. – Ashley Cunderla, Grantsburg, graduated from Bemidji State University with a Bachelor of Science degree in clinical laboratory science at the conclusioin of the 2010 spring semester.

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Thursday we held our exercises and then play Skip-Bo. In the evening 500 cards were played. The winners were Ray Nelson, Chuck Magnuson, Phil Mevissen and Orin Case. The nine-bid winners were Leone Montgomery and Darrel Lundgren.

Friday morning Bridge was played.

It was decided to cancel our flea market until fall.

Everyone is too busy this time of the year. Next Wednesday at 12:30 p.m., is our birthday celebration with cake and ice cream. Come and join us.

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Tuesday was busy as usual. Exercise at 10 a.m., Skip-Bo at 11 a.m. Then at 12:30 p.m., 43 people enjoyed the afternoon playing games. Domino winners were Martha Lundstrom, George Meixner and Gladis Weikert. We had two teams playing Hand and Foot.

The winning teams were Dottie Adams and Marian Edler and Donna Schlosser and Janice Mevissen.

The 500 winners were Pete Schlosser, Helen Love, Lonnie Jones and Nel Medchell. The nine-bid winners were Pete Schlosser and Pat Carlson.

sponding to rain and also sunshine.

The Frederic Scrabble Club took Monday, July 5, off, flowing the Fourth of July holiday.

Evie and Dan Beal of Ward Lake have been involved in helping with family camp at West Denmark Lutheran Church this past week. Always a busy and rewarding event. It was at such an occasion that author Ben Logan was once an invited speaker.

Sheila Staples and Bernice Ambrahamzon enjoyed the pie and homemade ice cream at the Siren United Methodist Church on Sunday, along with the book sale. They also enjoyed the parade. How about those Wild River Boys? Look what Minnie MacPherson started years ago.

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People celebrating their birthday in July are Margaret Westlund, Carol Berglind and Keith Hobbe.

We will celebrate with them after the senior meeting on July 20 with our monthly birthday cake.

Winners at 500 this week were Bob Becker, Nona Severson, Tom Knopik, Anke Olesen and Flo Antiel.

Spade winners on Friday were Susie Hughes, Mary Sicard, Clara Palomaki and Dale Sicard and tied for fifth place were Gerry Vogel and Hub Andrean.

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Frederic Senior Center Monday, June 28, Spades was played at 1 p.m., with the following winners: Hazel Hoffman in first place, Willis Williams in second place, Lorena Erickson in third place and Shirley Sandquist in fourth place.

Thursday, July 1, 500 cards were played at 6:30 p.m., with the following winners: Larry Anderson in first place, Flo Antiel in second place, Mildred Ihrig in

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Wednesday and Friday Pokeno was enjoyed.

Saturday, birthdays of the month were celebrated.

The Fourth of July potluck was celebrated Monday, July 5.

The hot weather and moisture makes everything grow.

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TOWN TALK/COUNTRY CHATTER On the outside, Oliver is a black cat with a tiny locket of white, neutered and declawed. On the inside, Oliver is George Clooney; dark and handsome, casual and mysterious. He is friendly to all he meets, children, kittens, stuffy older cats and adoring fans. Oliver will roll inside out to make a friend. He is a conversationalist with a mischievous streak - who enjoys playing practical jokes on his friends. Oliver’s forever home caregiver will be living with a force not to be ignored. He has more character in the tip of his tail than most cats have in nine lives.

Oliver and his entourage are taking visitors all week at Hi, everybody! Blacky here from Humane Society of Burnett County. I hope all of you had a safe and happy Fourth of July weekend. It sounds like a lot of you got to see my furry pals in the Siren and Webster parades on Sunday. I would have liked to have gone, but there weren't enough doggy wranglers to walk my friends, plus me. That's OK. I was content to dig a large crater with my brother at home and keep cool in the shade. Mom brought home for me a neat glow-stick necklace to wear, and when I went to bed on Sunday, I was my own night-light! Now it has gone dim, and I guess so have I because I got my schedule mixed up on

Happy Tails

Await

Arnell Humane Society the shelter, interviewing new caregivers and hopefully finding “The One.” Most cats come with a knowledge of proper pet behaviors. They are expected to greet you at the door, eat the kibble so graciously provided, soak up affection and poop in the box. Dogs, on the other hand, often have their own ideas about how to be the perfect pet. Owners must shape their canines to become the pet they desire. It is a partnership that often requires professional help by way of Doggie Manners classes.

The next six-week session of Arnell Doggie Manners classes begins on Saturday, July 17. The Basic Obedience class gives your dog an understanding of what is expected of him. He will learn skills like sit, come, down, wait and heel. With these learned, he is ready to put them to use in Manners

Shelter

YAPpenings Blacky when I had to have my news turned in. What that means is that I have to make this snappy, so I best get down to it.

The shelter staff has taken in a big influx of cats

101 for appropriate household behaviors like no bark/bite, no jump, greeting new people and dogs, potty training and more sit and wait (the cornerstones of all canine learning). These classes are held on Saturdays, 9 and 10:15 a.m. Class fee is $60.

Puppy Socialization classes for pups 8 - 16 weeks of age are on an ongoing class schedule and meet on Wednesday evenings at the shelter; class fee of $30. Four classes will prepare your young pup to succeed at the behaviors you most desire and the family to speak puppy. We have a motto in puppy class, “Reward the behaviors you want and ignore or prevent the ones you don’t want.” This is the key to the jumping problem in puppies and adult dogs alike when people first meet your dog. What’s the behavior you want? A pup that sits politely to meet and greet people. You communicate this to your pup by setting her up to succeed and showing her exactly what you want her to do. Here is how it goes.

Get your pup on leash, sitting at your side. Keep pup seated by using the treat held at her nose level and letting her take a nibble now and then, or by

maintaining her in the sit with the gentle leader and a treat, or by stepping on the leash so that there is just enough slack to allow the pup to sit beside you and not enough to allow her to jump up. Once pup is comfortably seated have a friend or family member approach you and the pup slowly, from the front. Praise pup and let her nibble the treat for staying seated. If she starts to jump, restrain her gently and have your helper move away instead of approaching. When pup is settled, have the person move towards you again. The goal is for the person to reach you and have pup remain seated.

When this has been achieved the person can try leaning down to give a little chest scratch to pup … this is less ‘hreatening to pup than reaching over her head to pat her. Again, if she starts to jump, the person moves away until you (and your pup) regain control. Little by little pup will learn “If I stay seated here, I get treats from my owner and, maybe, pats or treats from this person who’s approaching.”

Call the shelter for Puppy and Doggie Manners class information and registration. Arnell Memorial Humane Society, 715-268-7387 (PETS) or online: arnellhumane.org.

in the last week or so, and so they have decided to extend the Adopt a Shelter Cat deal throughout the month of July. Adoption fees on cats are half off, and there are lots and lots of kitties to choose from.

One new dog has joined the ranks, and his name is Jake. Jake is a Chesapeake Bay retriever/Lab mix, and he is a handsome, lively dude. Jake is a little over a year old, house trained, and full of fun. Don't forget my other pals, too, who are waiting for homes. Mom said that Hank, Ava, Sport, Spot and Bailey were all at the parades last weekend, and everyone was so well-behaved that they made the volunteers quite proud. Sweet Pea was along for

the trip, as well, and melted everyone's hearts.

I've got a couple of items to ask for before I go this week, and they are puppy food, paper towels and cat litter. Lots and lots of cat litter now that we've got a full house!

The clock is ticking, so I'm going to have to say goodbye for now.

Take care, everyone, and I'll see you here next week!

HSBC is saving lives, one at a time. www.hsburnettcty.org 715-866-4096.

Burnett Community Library Friends of the Library

The Friends are working on their new Wild Rice Cookbook. It should be ready to sell by this fall. The author’s luncheon will take place on Saturday, July 31, at 11:30 a.m. Cris Peterson will speak about the Fur Trade: A Look at a Forgotten Slice of History and her book “Birchbark Brigade” will be available for purchase and signing. Lunch will be served at noon.

Tickets are $6 in advance, which may be purchased at the library or from any Friends member, and $7 at the door.

On Saturday, Aug. 14, the Friends will be having another book sale during Gandy Dancer Days.

Preschoolers got a peek into the older children’s summer reading program, involving Wisconsin water ecosystems, with “My River,” written and illustrated

by Shari Halpern. We hear directly from the animals living on the river and why the river belongs to them and is their home. Along that same theme, “River Animals,” a Grandreams USA publication, is a pop-

up book that was enjoyed by all the children. Each animal popped up and told its story about their home on the river. “Giggle, Giggle, Quack,” a N.Y. Times best-seller by Doreen Cornin, was a Friends of the Library donation. When the farmer goes on vacation, a duck takes charge and the farm animals enjoy pizza, TV and bubble baths for everyone. Summer and water go together. Stay safe and have fun.

Summer reading program

Our grade school summer reading program is in full swing. Last week we ironed Make a Splash at Your Library transfers onto T-shirts, and the week before made birdhouses after learning a bit about Wisconsin birds and ducks. We meet every Wednesday from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. Please join us – everyone is welcome.

On Monday, July 19, at 6 p.m., our library board will be meeting with architect Carter Arndt to discuss the final details for the new library facility plans.

Plans will tentatively be released for bidding in late August, bid opening in September and beginning construction is planned for early October. Hopefully

by June 2011 our new library will be almost com-

Interstate Park Naturalist programs at Wisconsin Interstate Park Friday, July 9

Hike to the Summit, 3 p.m. at the Summit Rock Trail sign. Join naturalist Barb Walker for a relaxing hike up to the summit. Learn fascinating facts about the history and geology of the area and see spectacular views of the St. Croix River.

Saturday, July 10

Sunday, July 11

Summer Outdoor Family Adventure Series, 4 to 5 p.m. Back in Time: The Stillwater Boomsite Tour. Go back in time as you have the opportunity to explore the place that once employed hundreds of sawyers,

Local history

We have arranged all of our local history and Wisconsin books into one location in our library (Local History) to make it easier for you to locate materials.

Fibromyalgia meeting

The guest speaker this month will be Dr. Gerald Kari, chiropractor, acupuncturist and nutritionist. The group meets on the second Wednesday of every month from 5 until 7 p.m. This month’s meeting will be on Wednesday, July 14. Everyone is welcome.

Adult book club

The selection for July 27 is to pick any book by Alice Munro. This group meets on the fourth Tuesday of each month at 10 a.m. on the lower level of the library. Everyone is welcome at these book discussions. Please contact the library for your copy.

New adult fiction books

• “Whiplash” by Catherine Coulter • “Silencing Sam” by Julie Kramer • “Sizzling Sixteen” by Janet Evanovich • “Family Ties” by Danielle Steel • “A Cursed Inheritance” by Kate Ellis • “Mirage” by J. Robert Janes • “Beekeeper” by J. Robert Janes • “Sandman” by J. Robert Janes

New adult nonfiction books

Thursday, July 15

Nature Story time, 10 a.m. Join naturalist Julie Fox or Barb Walker for a story and activity chosen especially for children pre-K through kindergarten and their parents. Check at the park office upon arrival for the program location within the park.

Interstate Park is located in St. Croix Falls, on Hwy. 35 just one-half mile south of Hwy. 8. For more information call Julie or Barb at 715-483-3747. Programs are free of charge, but a Wisconsin state park sticker is required to enter the park. Annual passes for 2010 are $25 for Wisconsin residents or $35 for nonresidents. Daily passes are $7 for residents or $10 for nonresidents.

New audio books

• “Sizzling Sixteen” by Janet Evanovich

New DVDs

• “The Last Station” • “The White Ribbon”

New children’s books

• “Time to Share” by Lynne Gibbs • “Star Wars Episode 1: the Phantom Menace” by Henry Gilroy (Graphic Novel) • “Cool Quick Breads” by Pam Price • “The Frail Snail on the Trail” by Brian P. Cleary • “Dilly Dog’s Dizzy Dancing” by Barbara de Rebertis • “Along the Shore” by John Woodward • “Green Tree Frogs” by Natalie Lunis • “Who Goes to School?” by Margaret Hillert • “Dad’s Cake” by Margaret Nash • “Rules for School” by Alec Greven

Hours and information:

Monday-Thursday 10 a.m. – 7 p.m.; Friday 9 a.m.

– 5 p.m.; Saturday 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. For more information, contact the library at 715-866-7697, Web site: webster.wislib.org. Online catalog: merlin.nwls.lib.wi.us/search.

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Tuesday, July 13

Watchable Wildlife Around Lake O’ the Dalles, 2 p.m. at the lake side of the Beach House. Join naturalist Barb Walker for a 1-mile leisurely walk around Lake O’ the Dalles. Discover what makes the lake unique and watch for signs of wildlife that live there.

• “Better Homes & Gardens: Christmas From the Heart” • “Grand Army of the Republic: Department of WI”

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• “All-Time Favorite Christmas Cookies” by Better Homes & Gardens

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A Billion Years on the Pothole Trail, 1 p.m. at the Pothole Trail sign. Join naturalist Barb Walker and hike back in time to see the geological wonders created over the last billion years.

What’s Fluttering: Butterfly or Moth? 4 p.m. at the Ice Age Center. A fun program for children and their parents – learn how to tell the difference between a moth and a butterfly and take home your very own crafted butterfly pin.

The Owl and The Mouse, 7 p.m. at the grassy area in the center of the North Campground. Meet naturalist Barb Walker and Aztec, a South American spectacled owl, and play a game that illustrates the exceptional hearing of some nocturnal animals that have the best hearing of any on earth. A fun activity for the entire family!

teamsters, bank beavers, and river pigs and learn about the logjams that made the St. Croix River famous! Meet at the council ring at the rest area. For more information and directions call the National Park Service at 715-483-2272.

SOFAS will take area residents on a variety of hikes, paddles, and fun activities. Attend just once or every week this summer to meet local families and make new friends as you explore some of the most treasured places in the St. Croix Valley. Attend seven programs to earn the 2010 SOFAS collectible pin and certificate!

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We enjoyed a listening session with state Rep. Ann Hraychuck on Tuesday, June 29. Thanks to Hraychuck for taking time to visit our local library.

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We have a new little bear making mischief in bear country. It has shown up several times now at different times of the day. This little one is a yearling. I’m sure, as it isn’t even a hundred pounds soaking wet.

I have tacked the name of Peanut on this little stinker, as it isn’t much bigger than a peanut. This little stinker has managed to push over the birdfeeder post twice now and gobbled up the sunflower seeds without our little dog even knowing it’s in the yard. I know it’s the one doing the latest dirty work though, as I have caught it in the act.

I finally found out who little Peanut belongs to, Miss Prissy. She came through last week with Peanut in tow. I know it was her as she has the top part of one of her ears missing. She sure has grown since I saw her last year.

Remember if you plan on attending the Daniels Township meeting on Tuesday, July 13, it will be held at the town hall at 7 p.m.

Those of you who have heard Brad Alden and the group Crossed Paths before, they will be playing at the Crooked Lake Band Shell on Thursday, July 8, from 7 to 9 p.m. Bring your chairs, blankets or whatever and enjoy an evening with the music of this great local group.

Sympathy to the family of Carol A. Andrews, who

Bev Beckmark

passed away June 20.

Sympathy to the family of Erich O. Bretschneider, who passed away June 24.

Tent city over at the so-called Bell’s Ranch this year was a lot smaller than over the past years, only four tents put up. The annual Fourth of July picnic went on as usual on Saturday night with tons of good picnic food to choose from. Some of the campers decided to leave on Sunday to beat the traffic rush on Monday.

Little dog lost. Saturday at the Bell’s Ranch near tragedy was averted, after a little senior dog, Rosey, took off after some firecrackers were shot off in the neighborhood. The group spent some time looking for her to no avail. A little while later owner Patty Sample of the Bay Port area, decided to take her car and go look again for her. She noticed she hadn’t shut the car door on her first drive around. To make a long story short, Rosey had come back on her own and crawled into the car to hide. Patty found out Rosey doesn’t like loud noises and the noise from the firecrackers terrified her so she ran. A good lesson here. If you have pets and plan on using firecrackers on any other thing making loud noises, make sure your pet is in a safe and secure place first.

Webster Senior Center It is hard to believe it is July already. Summer is just flying by.

We hope everyone had a safe and happy Fourth of July weekend.

Remember the senior picnic on July 14 at Crooked Lake Park. Lunch will be served at 11:30 a.m. There will not be Dime Bingo at the center that day. Hope everyone enjoys the picnic.

Gratitude to Darrold Doriott for the large box of rhubarb he brought in. I am sure Nikki will be making desserts.

There were 21 for Dime Bingo on Wednesday, who enjoyed the goodies furnished by Effie Wester and Joann Miehle. Everyone had a good time in spite of a bit of excitement.

Five men played pool Thursday evening. There were no card players. Several of our regulars enjoyed the Music in the Park at the band shell in Siren.

It is a very busy time of year, with lots of activities going on.

The evening meal will be Thursday, July 8. Be sure to get your reservations in to enjoy the turkey

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and all the fixin’s.

The next senior meeting will be held Wednesday, July 21. Please plan to attend and bring a friend.

Your comments and suggestions are always welcome.

We still have raffle tickets for sale. The prizes are first prize, a hand-tied quilt; second prize, hand-crocheted afghan; third prize, a small gas grill and fourth prize, a full-size air mattress and pump. Tickets are $1 each or six for $5.

Come in and try out the Wii. In addition to the Wii Fit, which is exercise, there is bowling, lawn darts, horseshoes, shuffle board and much more, which do get you up and moving. Lets get some teams lined up and have some competitions.

It is much too hot to cook all of the time, so stop in, pick up a menu and make reservations for some great lunches. That will leave more time to relax and enjoy the summer, which is going too fast.

Take some time out to enjoy what the center has to offer.

Grantsburg Public Library Grantsburg Public Library has been overridden with bald eagles. In a good way, of course. Mrs. LePage’s fifth-grade art class has on display their various paper-mached bald eagles. Little ones, black ones, wide ones and narrow ones, they are all here. We even have a full-size bald eagle complete with a nest, eggs and baby bird.

Wednesdays at noon - 12:45 p.m. Some books being read from our current genre this last week are the “Chronicles of Narnia,” by C.S. Lewis, “Jake Ransom” and the “Skull King’s Shadow,” by James Rollins, and the “Twilight,” series by Stephanie Meyer. We read different books, help others pick books, and talk about our various choices.

New art display

Preschool creativity zone

Artwork by Burnett County Judge Ken Kutz is now on display. Come see his amazing talent.

Summer program

Summer reading program is the place to be.

Wednesdays at 1:30 p.m. is our big program. Come quick though, our last day is July 14.

Teen talk

Teen Talk will be moving into a new genre on July 7. We will move into Real World Fiction. Come join us for games, snacks and talk. Meetings are

Engagement

Marriage

Anderson/Jensen Stephanie Anderson and Kevin Jensen, both of Frederic, are pleased to announce their recent marriage on May 31, 2010. Parents of the couple are Steve and Vonnie Anderson and Earl and Sharon Jensen.

The private ceremony took place at Coyland Creek. A reception followed at the same location on June 5, 2010.

The couple are both employed in the Frederic area and will make their home in Clam Falls. - submitted

Knackstedt/Ward Tricia Knackstedt and Josh Ward, both of St. Croix Falls, are pleased to announce their engagement to be married July 24, 2010, at Willow Ridge Gardens, New Richmond. A reception will be held at Maple Ridge Farm, Taylors Falls, Minn.

Tricia is the daughter of Tom and Ami Knackstedt and Tammy Kirchberg, Waukee, Iowa. and Dresser.

Josh is the son of Jim and Brenda Ward, Dresser.

- submitted

A&H Joyce Kirchhoff keeps busy with her painting, writing, playing Bridge and traveling. Currently she is on her way to Colorado. There is a new man in her life who is rumored to be an exiled Hungarian prince, much younger than she, and not much to look at, but an excellent Bridge player. What more could she possibly need?

The A&H 500 card players meet each Tuesday and Friday at 1 p.m. Tuesday winners were: Barry Lindsey in first place, Terry Mattson in second place and Dolores Crane in third place. The fun-prize winner chose to be anonymous, but I will give you a hint. She is the very pretty lady from Texas whose name is Carolyn McLaughlin.

More players would be welcome. You don’t have to be good. You do have to be friendly and like to smile.

Lunches at the center are served Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday at noon, for the cost of $3.50. Reservations are necessary and must be made a day ahead. 715-635-7199.

Fritz Henandez claims to be the best-looking Mexican in the center. Anyone care to dispute this?

Not I, said the gray-haired old hen.

Caroline Osborn is still living in the Cottages of North St. Paul. Shortly after she settled in she de-

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cided to join the twice-weekly Cribbage players.

When she arrived she was told it was a men-only game. “OK,” she said. “Mind if I watch?” Well, one guy failed to show, so she was allowed to sit in.

Guess what? It is now called the “men only and Caroline” Cribbage group.

Terry Mattson is getting ready for the grandparents and their five grandkids annual picnic, which will be celebrated at Como Park in St. Paul, Minn.

Wild animals, exotic birds, thrill rides, lots of food and seven happy people. Makes me smile all over.

The summer people are back – Welcome to the Markers, Dewey and Phyllis from Edina, Minn.; the McLaughlins, Carolyn and Dave from Texas; Edna Marker from Rockford, Ill.; JoAnn LaRock from Minneapolis, Min. and Dolores Crane from Woodbury, Minn. Who did I forget? Thanks to all the regular players who keep things going. Tom and Barb Lindsey, the new kids on the block; Marion Barshack and Terry Mattson. Who did I forget in this group?

If I don’t get too many complaints, I might do this again sometime. But now I am off for lunch at the center.

So for now, as Lawrence Welk used to say, “Farewell, adios, auf Wiederschen, until we meet again.”

Molding clay, bubbles, puzzles, games, painting, glitter and more have all been part of the materials provided for parents to engage their preschoolers with. Thursdays from 1-4 p.m. we open our children’s area for parents to bring in their children and use our creative materials. Come and have some fun.

Library hours

The library is open Monday, Tuesday and Thursday noon to 6 p.m., Wednesday 10:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Friday 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

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It’s called a class, something like “Baking Bread,” perhaps? Or, as Al Johnson, course instructor, refers to the free program, how about “Come and Bake Bread with Al?” Anyway, the program in question is indeed a class, set for Saturday, July 10, at Forts Folle Avoine Historical Park, starting at 8 a.m., with an open-ended conclusion (“when we’re done, we’re done”). Utilizing the outdoor woodfired clay bread oven Johnson built last summer, participants in this free event will learn a truly ancient art—that of creating culinary delight entirely from scratch, using a process that dates back centuries. The results are deliciously and immediately edible.

While producing a treat for modern taste buds used to store-bought bread, class members will learn that what’s often considered a culinary delight in 2010 was once a tedious chore. Either way, one’s taste buds will end up having fun at this event, I’m betting.

The class gets under way at the site’s visitors center at 8 a.m., with Johnson providing background info on the history and process of bread making this old-fashioned way. As he explains, “we’ll commence by mixing my threegrain sourdough bread recipe, going through the basic steps.” He also advises class members to bring their own containers if they wish to undergo the whole process from start to finish. After the mixing, the aspiring bakers will head off to the outdoor clay oven itself, where Johnson will demonstrate the laborious process of firing the oven: “Start slow, move back in the oven, don’t feed too much, etc.” Hardly like popping items in the microwave, eh? Then, “we’ll start a batch of Norwegian brown bread. Depending on the weather we

Reporting live from Afghanistan The news is, things are not going well

in Afghanistan—and it’s hotter than hell there. It’s shades of Iraq in 2007.

The stats tell a troubling tale. We are nine years dragging through this war.

Recently a halfhearted surge of only 30,000 additional troops was ordered.

This year we pay a projected cost of $100 billion ($282 billion total). And a PR strategy of engagement contributes to the death of 319 in the first six months of 2010 (520 for all of 2009).

Recently we read accounts of bewildered soldiers asking commanders why they must only engage the enemy with their hands tied.

If a Taliban fighter doesn’t have a weapon in hand, or is hiding in a civilian neighborhood, the policy is don’t risk shooting him. It might cause bad PR. This policy is facilitating our own people being killed! And vulnerable troops rightly ask: How can we win a war like this?

Does this policy sound familiar? It’s shades of Vietnam. It did not work in the Far East. It will not work in the

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will do it at the oven site or move back to the visitor center kitchen area,” he adds.

Of course, by now class members will be getting hungry, so “we’ll mix a batch of flat bread so the students do not think they are starving to death,” Johnson explains warily. “By the bye,” he advises, “butter and jam provided but bring something to share if you think others would find it tasty.” Participants will also be able to enjoy Johnson’s humorous but educational banter on all things bread making (and a host of other subjects; there, you’ve been warned!).

“Then,” he remarks with a wink, “we will proceed on the adventure of what I call feeding the oven (others call this baking bread). This is what I think of as the fun part of making bread with Al, although I’m sure others might have different terminology for all of this.”

Eventually, the class should produce three-grain sourdough loaves, and a variation of that which uses yeast for the real leavening. The flat bread produced is strong on olive oil, which adds a lot of flavor, according to Johnson.

All in all, participants will gain a full hands-on experience of the bread-mak-

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Mideast.

Gen. David Petraeus, the new commander in Afghanistan, is quickly reevaluating this self-defeating policy.

War is cruel and heartbreaking. But war can’t be won by playing nice and doing it halfheartedly.

In all this, I’ve decided to go back incountry and embed with our great troops and report what’s going on in this ancient, turbulent land.

Once again I’ll embed as a news correspondent with our military. During this “surge” I will join a unit of Minnesota National Guard, most of whom are from the Twin Cities area.

Recall during the Iraq “surge” in 2007 I attached to a company of the Wisconsin National Guard, some of whom are still in Iraq.

Now, three summers later, I am heading back to the fighting. And the question on many minds is: Why? Why in God’s name do I want to go

Baking Bread with Al, a class utilizing Al Johnson’s self-built outdoor wood-fired clay oven, will be offered at Forts Folle Avoine Historical Park, starting at 8 a.m. on Saturday, July 10.

To register, call 715-866-8890. – Photo submitted ing process in its historic context, via Johnson’s relaxed teaching style. The class itself is entirely free, but students who wish to purchase some loaves (limited supply, though) for home consumption will be asked for a small donation to cover materials costs.

To register for the July 10 class, call the site at 715-866-8890.

Meanwhile, plans are taking shape for the July 23-25 Great Forts Folle Avoine Rendezvous, an annual event that draws several hundred fur trade hobbyists who display handcrafts, live in furtrade-style shelters (mostly tipis and tents), demonstrate musketry, tomahawk and knife throwing, perform music, sell “historic” reproductions, take part in games and a wide range of other events. This rendezvous dates back to 1989 and has grown into one of the largest general events of its kind in

the region. Many of the participants are family groups who return yearly for the festivities in late July. I’ll rummage around in the next couple of weeks and bring a fuller report for my three loyal readers (a dramatic rise of one since May!) in a couple of weeks time.

Forts Folle Avoine Historical Park is open daily (except Mondays and Tuesdays). The visitors center is open 9 a.m.

– 4 p.m., while informative and lively tours of the historic fur trade posts and adjacent Ojibwe Indian village are offered from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. each day.

The site is located three miles west of the Hwy. 35/CTH U intersection in Burnett County’s Yellow Lakes vicinity.

More info can be perused at the Web site: www.theforts.org.

back into a God-forsaken mess in the Middle East?

With Iraq, my purpose was unmistakable. It was a lucid vision, as I lay quietly in bed looking in meditation upon Young Lake.

The vision simply said: Iraq. And I followed it there to report on the good work our troops were doing; a fact forgotten by the objective press.

With Afghanistan the calling was less defined.

It was like what Lt. Lawrence said in the movie Lawrence of Arabia, when he was asked why he went to Arabia.

“It’s rather vague, sir,” Lawrence said to his commanding officer in the desert.

“I’m here to appraise the situation.”

He made his appraisal, and they made an Academy Award-winning film of it.

I do not aspire to such grandeur, only to a similar purpose of mission. So I am going to Afghanistan to offer my appraisal of the situation. And then to report honestly what is happening on the ground with our troops—and all those concerned.

Yes, the situation there is old and complex. And war is never the solution for lasting peace. Ultimately the Afghanistan people must stand up to

terror with ability and heart.

On these fronts, politics, protection and peace are part of what I’ll be reporting in northern Afghanistan.

For this duty (July 15 to Aug. 17), I will witness the MNG Operational Mentoring Liaison Team 47, who are joining the Croatian Armed Forces. They will train the Afghan Security Forces to defend the good people of Afghanistan.

They are all stationed far north near Mazar-e Sharif, the fourth largest city in Afghanistan.

I go with several Minnesota and Wisconsin newspapers (watch the InterCounty Leader), a wire service, Internet blogs, plus live reports on radio station KTLK 100.3 FM. After much prayer and consideration, and permission from my wife, I feel this is what I’m supposed to do.

Some endeavors in life are clear from the get-go. Some come clear as you go along. But in all, God knows.

So I go with strong confidence to appraise this situation and exercise the talent God has given me: Report the news.

••• You can join Anderson in Afghanistan at: wayneanderson@centurytel.net and visit him on his Web site at www.theandersonreport.com.

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Festival’s Featured Artist ST. CROIX FALLS – It has been two years since Festival Theatre audiences have seen Christian DeMarais grace that stage (they may remember him as Linus in “You’re a Good Man Charlie Brown”), but this summer audiences will have the opportunity to see DeMarais in two shows, “To Fool the Eye” and “Red, White and Tuna.” In “To Fool the Eye” DeMarais hosts the evening as the Headwaiter, and in “Red, White and Tuna” he tackles 10 roles, ranging from an aging hippie to a square-dancing country gal.

When asked how she found an actor who could display such range in one show, Danette Olsen said, “I saw him audition at the Twin Cities Unified Auditions in March of 2008. DeMarais is one of the most dependable and charismatic young actors I have worked with.

Thanks to his dance background, he is incredibly physically aware and it’s a joy to watch him mold each character into a special, specific person.”

DeMarais is currently pursuing a Bachelor of Arts in theater, with minors in business management and dance at

Gustavus Adolphus College in St. Peter, Minn. DeMarais’ talents for movement and dance have been awarding him success for years.

Twice he was a winChristian DeMarais ner of the Minnesota State Fair Talent Contest (2000 and 2005).

He has also been awarded national scholarships thanks to his training in tap dance and in 2006 he received the Hennepin Theatre Trust’s Spotlight Award for Best Performance in a Supporting Role in a Musical for Captain Courageous in “Dames at Sea.” DeMarais’ triple threat talents (he is also an accomplished singer) keep him busy both in school and out. Last sum-

mer Demarais appeared in “Singin’ in the Rain” at the Ordway Center and was in a Minnesota Fringe Festival original musical called “The Red Tureen” where he met and worked with Jaclyn Johnson, fellow cast member of “To Fool the Eye.” DeMarais’ year continued that busy trend; in the fall he stage managed three plays that were produced in one evening and performed in a number of dance pieces. This past January, DeMarais studied abroad in London with a class titled Arts and Performance in London. He spent that month viewing art galleries, museums, operas, ballets, plays and dance performances all throughout the city. His busy performance schedule continued throughout the spring with roles in “Arabian Nights” and multiple dance pieces at Gustavus Adolphus.

Dance, a predominant influence in DeMarais’ life, is what first brought him to the stage. From Shoreview, Minn., DeMarais’ earliest performances were as a dancer. His first acting role was in “Oliver!” The seventh-grade DeMarais decided to put his dance and choir talents to good use, and on a whim, he audi-

tioned. The rest, as they say, is history.

With a script that stretches an actor across age and gender, DeMarais is confident “Red, White and Tuna” will delight audiences with its humor, off-the-wall antics and 37 costume changes. “It has been difficult to define each character’s voice, physical mannerisms and overall motivations throughout the play. I love delving into the different characters and exploring their unique perspectives,” DeMarais said. When pressed about the challenge of covering 20 characters by two actors, he said “I love working with Darrell (Johnston). We rely on one another so much and the level of trust needed between us is something greater than I have ever had to develop before. It is very exciting to be a part of this challenge.”

You can see DeMarais in “Red, White and Tuna” when it opens July 8 and in “To Fool the Eye” which runs through Aug. 15. Check out the Festival Theatre Web site or call the box office for additional information or tickets (www.festivaltheatre.org or 715-4833387).

Lamar receives grant for creative movement Classes start now, festival set for Aug. 6 - 8 ST. CROIX FALLS - Brilliant. Cool. Incredible.

Those were some of the comments from panelists from the Wisconsin Arts Board, choosing grant recipients about Lamar’s project that offers creative movement classes to rural residents. Classes in hiphop, cumbia salsa and line dancing will be offered in July with a parent-child movement class to follow in September. The July classes lead in to the Lamar Festival Aug. 6-8 that includes more fun miniclasses.

The project was also applauded for its “cool use of an old structure.” Additionally, through the grant and the generosity of Greatmats in Milltown, Lamar will be purchasing a portable dance floor to be used in the project and throughout the community.

All activities take place at the former 1905 Lamar School located at 1488 200th St., St. Croix Falls, which is being renovated and restored as part of a grassroots effort. Lamar School is one of only a handful of country schools that remain open to the public.

Lamar has been a recipient of three previous grants from the Wisconsin Arts Board for its unique festival that features national and international artists and puts area artists on stage beside them. “These prestigious grants are a great support to the organization and to our vision of providing unique programming in education and the arts at this historic building,” says Kathleen Melin, director of Lamar.

Upcoming classes include: Cumbia Salsa: Dance of the Americas, Thursdays, July 8-29, 7-8:15 p.m. with Joseph Tsehai, $35-$60 sliding fee scale.

Cumbia, a style of salsa developed in Colombia with roots in Africa, is characterized by its easy rhythm and accessible steps. No partner necessary, but come as a couple if you wish, for this friendly introduction to a dance style that people enjoy throughout the world.

A movement class for parents and children will be taught by Suzanne G. River at Lamar starting Sept. 7

genre – rock, jazz, blues, country western, old-time, bluegrass – which will write one song and practice one cover. Last year’s performance was a highlight of the festival.

Children enjoy dancing at Lamar School events. – Photos submitted Tsehai, whose roots are in Veracruz, Mexico, and Africa, believes in the power of dance to help connect people and build community. He has taught and performed in Toronto, Washington, D.C. and Chicago and enjoys all the different styles of salsa.

Hip-Hop Dance for Everyone, Mondays, July 12 – Aug. 2, 7- 8:15 p.m. with Jae Haile Phillips, $30-$60 sliding fee scale.

Hip-hop, known for its compelling beat and signature movements, comes to Lamar for the first time ever under the direction of Phillips. Learn locking and popping and get ready for some improvisation of your own. This is a multigenerational class recommended to anyone age 8 and up. Family friendly.

Phillips, most recently seen at the HipHop Choreographers Evening at Patrick’s Cabaret, is a performer, educator, and choreographer and travels internationally.

The University of Minnesota salsa team for which he choreographs was picked to perform at the International Salsa Congress in Toronto in 2008. His youth hiphop team appeared at B-Girl B in 2009.

Phillips, who makes his home in the Twin Cities, considers working with youth the ongoing highlight of his career.

Let’s Line Dance, Wednesdays, July 728, 6:30-7:45 p.m. with Marcia Freed, $35$60 sliding fee scale. For pure fun with the benefit of physical exercise, come to line dance with Marcia Freed. No partner necessary. Line dance can boost self-confidence and offers the opportunity to make new friends too. Says Freed: “If you can walk forward and backward, you can line dance. Join us!” Freed is the former director of Grace Lutheran School in Rockton, Ill., where she also taught for 33 years. She started line dancing in 2006 and has been passionately dancing ever since.

Kids Make Magic Moves, Tuesdays, Sept. 7- 28, 9:30 to 11 a.m. with Suzanne G. River, $40- $90 per family, sliding fee scale.

This class for parents and children allows time together moving our miraculous bodies. MagicMoves™, an innovative movement program developed by Suzanne River, supports participants in moving in a natural and unique way that accesses their body’s wisdom. Each class

Herbalist, Herbalist and scientist Teresa Wolfe will offer a weekend seminar in Wildcrafting, Friday, Aug. 13, through Sunday, Aug. 15, $125-$350 sliding fee scale. In the seminar Wolfe will guide participants in the making of salves, teas and body oils from common medicinal plants that they will learn to identify and collect in a sustainable manner. Wolfe will also demonstrate how to make capsules, tinctures and pills. In addition, each participant will learn the principles of safe practices in using plants and the fundamentals of designing an herbal formula for personal use. Over the course of the weekend, participants will assemble their own plant identification booklet and discover that the collection and use of plants for nutritional and medicinal benefit is surprisingly easy. Registration is required

by July 17.

Register for classes by mailing your name, address, and class along with a check payable to Lamar, P.O. Box 344, St. Croix Falls, WI 54024. For questions call 715-553-2116. For additional classes and information, go to www.lamarcommunity.org.

Lamar is located just two miles north of Hwy. 8 in rural St. Croix Falls at 1488 200th St., St. Croix Falls. — submitted

Jae Haile Phillips will teach a hip-hop dance class starting July 12 at Lamar.

includes sharing circles, guided movement improvisation, practice of movement patterns, experiential anatomy, and hands-on repatterning in a supportive setting. Suzanne G. River is the founder, director Joseph Tsehai will and primary teach a salsa dance teacher of Green class starting July 8.

River Dance for Global Somatics, established in 1982. Her work in the classroom with families helps participants feel good, move with ease, and build a caring network.

Music school, In addition to the movement classes, Lamar will also host its second-annual Lamar Music School for ages 12 and up on Tuesdays, July 6 – Aug. 3 from 7-9 p.m. with performance on stage at the Lamar Festival Saturday, Aug. 7. Instructors Bruce Bjork and Brian Liggett will assist youth in forming groups depending on participants’ preference of

Blue Star Banner American Legion Post 396 Commander Arlen Peterson from Indian Creek presented a Blue Star Banner to Pam Imme from Siren, parent of Navy Petty Officer 1st Class Erik Imme, to hang in a window to honor her family member who is serving in the military.

Imme is stationed in Duluth, Minn. Anyone who has a family member on active duty in the armed forces may call Peterson at 715-497-2222 or Bob Carlson at 715-566-1078.

The banner is provided free of charge. – Photo submitted

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Siren Bed Races

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The Avatar unit took the plaque for Best Dressed Bed in Siren’s bed races on July 4 in competition judged by Jim and Mary Charmoli from Saratoga Weddings. The local pullers included: Joe Anderson, Matt and Nick Daniels and Ben Swenson.

The lucky rider was Caitlin Flanigan.

Bed race organizer Peggy Strabel (L) awarded the Fastest Bed plaque to Young Glory, the bed that featured this year’s Siren July 4 parade grand marshal, Molly Engstrom, a member of the U. S. Olympic Hockey Team.

Propelling the bed were (L to R): Bobbi Jo Slusar from Saskatchewan, Canada, a fellow Wisconsin hockey player; friend Ethan Eid from Siren; Engstrom; and fellow U. S. Olympic Hockey Team players Erika Lawler from Fitchburg, Mass.; and Meghan Duggan, Danvers, Mass. Young Glory tied with the Mud Hen Lake Cruisers in the first and second heats of the race, then beat them by six-tenths of a second in a tie-breaking repeat of the course.

The first of two challenges faced by participants in Sunday’s bed races in Siren was riding a tricycle in a square at the junction of Main Street and First Avenue.

This challenge had long been suggested by Jackie Anderson who, with hubby Rick, were the first bed-race organizers and have been active each year for the past 24 years.

One runner from each unit was chosen to sit, butt firmly on the seat, and make the trike go around the square.

Longer legs seemed to help, giving the rider more ability to move quickly. One younger girl was able to actually pedal the trike.

The second challenge faced by runners in the Siren bed races this year was throwing a dart to one another around the square in the center of the course before they again picked up their corner of the bed and headed to the finish line.

Photos by Nancy Jappe

A total of 11 beds were on hand for the 24th-annual bed races on Main Street in Siren Sunday, July 4, compared to 15 units in last year’s record turnout. The beds sported names such as: Crooked Lake Stingers, Syren or Bust (the first unit shown here), Weiner Dooog Express, Golden Gophers, Young Glory, Purple Pride, Mud Hen Lake Cruisers, Team Avenger, Freedom Chaser, Avatar and Crook Camp Cabin Fever.

This photo shows the Mud Hen Lake Cruisers in action on the bed-race course in Siren July 4. The Cruisers tied with Young Glory in the first heat, with a time of 1.03 seconds, and in the second heat with a time of 1.54 seconds. In a first-time-ever sudden-death runoff, Young Glory bested the Cruisers by six-tenths of a second.

Siren Kiddie Parade 20 10 A lineup of young ones with fancy pedal cars waited for the start of the kiddie parade in Siren Sunday, July 4. The prize for all who participated in the parade was a certificate for a treat at the Dairy Queen.

Photos by Nancy Jappe

Not only pedal cars but bikers took part in the kiddie races during Siren’s July 4 celebration.

Ana Gardner-Berg, a U.S. citizen from Sydney, Australia, was in Siren The group that calls themselves The Clam Lake Clowns were Sunday as part of the celebration of her golden birthday – 4 years old on hand to walk in the July 4 kiddie parade in Siren. The kiddie parade came between the bed races and the start of the grand on July 4. Ana’s grandparents, who benefitted from this special visit, are Russ and Mary Berg. The Bergs live between Frederic and Luck. parade.

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Fourth of July - Siren

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These colorful parade watchers come from the Schroeder and O’Connell families. The families live in the Twin Cities but have vacation places in the local area on Minnow Lake.

Scouts from Webster Troop 564 and their leaders were on hand to march in the Siren Grand Parade on July 4.

Siren High School graduate Dayna Daniels sang the national anthem at the start of the July 4 grand parade in Siren.

U.S. Olympic Hockey Team member Molly Engstrom, who grew up in Siren, was the grand marshal in the July 4 grand parade. Shown here with Engstrom (R) are fellow Olympic teammates Meghan Duggan (L), Danvers, Mass., and Erika Lawler, Fitchburg, Mass.

This unicyclist wove in and out during the grand parade in Siren this past Sunday.

The Siren band provided lively music for Sunday’s grand parade.

Photos by Nancy Jappe

This parade unit represented the Siren Lions Club, an active group that works all year long doing good things (like building ramps for the handicapped) for people in the Siren area.

Miss Siren 2009, Jennica Kosloski; First Princess Abigail Mitchell; Second Princess Christina Luna; Little Miss Siren Jalynn Nelson and Little Miss Princess Madison Thiex had Even at her young age, this float rider knew how to offer their parade waves going as they rode the Siren float in the a parade wave as she passed people along Sunday’s paJuly 4 grand parade. rade route in Siren.

Sweet Tooth the Clown, along with members of his family and other Shrine clowns, brought a light touch to Siren’s Fourth of July grand parade sponsored by the Siren Chamber of Commerce.

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Balsam Lake queen pageant

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MacKinnon named Miss Balsam Lake 2010

2010 Miss Balsam Lake candidates Kaitlyn MacKinnon and Natasha Quarderer each drew one question from a basket to answer during the pageant on Thursday, July 1. The questions were read aloud by Carolyn Peterson, who was Miss Durand in 1981.

The 2010 Balsam Lake Royalty will include former junior misses including Elizabeth Tilton, Briana Peterson, Emma Moore and Leslie Peterson, along with Miss Balsam Lake Kaitlyn MacKinnon and Princess Natasha Quarderer.

2009 Miss Balsam Lake Naomi Williamson played a tune on the flute to help open up the 2010 Miss Balsam Lake Queen Pageant. Last year Williamson became the first Balsam Lake queen to have a mother, Denise McDonald Williamson, who was Miss Balsam Lake. Denise was Miss Balsam Lake in 1982. – Photos by Marty Seeger

Kaitlyn MacKinnon played a mix of different songs in her saxophone solo, including “When You Wish Upon a Star,” a song famous with The Walt Disney Company.

Natasha Quarderer, a 2010 Miss Balsam Lake candidate, recited the poem “Never Enough” by Laurie Kalb, which is a poem she wrote for her mother.

The 2009 royalty and the 2010 royalty gather for a photo on Thursday, July 1, after the 45th Miss Balsam Lake Queen Pageant. Pictured back row (L to R): Princess Alison Lennartson; Miss Balsam Lake 2009 Naomi Williamson and 2009 Princess Stephanie Hunter. Front row Little Miss Elizabeth Tilton; Miss Balsam Lake 2010 Kaitlyn MacKinnon, Princess Natasha Quarderer and 2009 Little Princess Samantha Potvin.

Kaitlyn MacKinnon took a walk for the first time as the newly crowned Miss Balsam Lake 2010.

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Danbury Days parade

2010

The patriotic colors of the DuFour's Campground float was an attention-getter. – Photos by Raelynn Hunter

Log Cabin Store and Eatery handed out bobbers on Saturday, July 3, in Danbury.

The Candy Bandits walked the parade route in Danbury on Saturday, July 3.

It just wouldn't be a parade without the noisy Wild River Boys.

Parade-goers waited in the streets for the parade to begin, with their candy bags ready.

These two youngsters travelled in style while watching the Danbury Days parade on Saturday, July 3.

The Burnett County Legion Auxiliary sold pinwheels before and during the parade in Danbury.

Help build a new segment of the Ice Age Trail

LUCK - Two times over the past two years, the Ice Age Trail Alliance’s Indianhead Chapter has hosted volunteers from around the state and beyond to build a new Ice Age Trail segment at Straight Lake State Park. If you’ve missed out on the action so far, don’t fret — another event is scheduled for July 15 – 18. Join in for some challenging yet rewarding volunteer work and plenty of fun.

At the event, which is part of the Ice Age Trail Alliance’s Mobile Skills Crew trail building program (featuring highly trained volunteers who provide fellow volunteers with guidance and tools), people from near and far will join forces to finish constructing the Ice Age Trail’s new five-mile Straight Lake segment. Volunteer opportunities include handcrafting trail tread, building boardwalk, supporting work crews (cooking and more) and greeting participants. No previous experience is necessary. You are welcome to participate for any part or the entire event.

They will meet Thursday through Sunday morning at 8 a.m. at the 270th Avenue/120th Street intersection — the main entrance to Straight Lake State Park — located about five miles east of Luck off Hwy. 48. Follow the yellow and black “Ice Age Trail Event” signs. Trail work

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ends by 5 p.m. each day except Sunday, which ends at noon. Meals and rustic camping will be provided to volunteers free of charge throughout the week.

Participants should bring insect repellant, leather work gloves, sturdy hiking or work boots (no sneakers), day pack, water bottles, sunscreen, long-sleeve shirt and pants, hat, rain gear and personal items.

Those camping should bring their own tent and sleeping bag.

Please help them plan for your needs by preregistering.

Visit www.iceagetrail.org/msccalendar.htm for a link to the online registration system or call the Ice Age Trail Alliance at 800227-0046.

The Ice Age Trail, one of only 11 National Scenic Trails, is a 1,000-mile footpath highlighting Wisconsin’s world-renowned Ice Age heritage and natural resources. Straight Lake State Park is Wisconsin’s newest state park and the Ice Age Trail will be the centerpiece of the visitor experience there.

The Ice Age Trail Alliance is a nonprofit volunteer- and member-based organization established in 1958 that works to create, support, protect and promote the Ice Age Trail. Visit www.iceagetrail.org for more information. - submitted

Don't let accidents or injury ruin your summer fun

Wound Healing Center in Amery offers summer safety tips

AMERY – A summer to-do list usually contains such carefree items as buying suntan lotion, catching the latest movie blockbuster and delving into a paperback thriller, instead of something as mundane as restocking the first aid kit.

“Emergency rooms see a spike in visits during the summer as people spend more time outdoors and pursue activities they don’t have time for during the rest of the year,” said Trisha Carlson, who, as director of clinical quality and education for National Healing Corporation, trains health-care professionals on the latest therapies for chronic wounds which may stem from untreated cuts, burns, bites and infections.

The local experts at the Wound Healing Center in Amery, a National Healing Corporation Wound Healing Center, offer the following safety tips to help keep your summer accident and injury free.

• When choosing a pedicure salon, avoid risk of infection by checking that foot spas are disinfected nightly and between each customer. Microorganisms can enter through skin so don’t use a foot spa if you have removed hair from the legs less than 24 hours before or if you have open wounds including bug bites, bruises, scratches or rashes such as poison ivy.

• Break in new shoes before wearing them on a hike or vacation. People with diabetes, who are at a higher risk for chronic foot wounds, should always wear socks and avoid wearing sandals or shoes which can irritate the skin and lead to blisters.

• Never make your own fireworks or relight a “dud.” For minor burns caused by fireworks, barbeque grills and camp-

fires, relieve pain and prevent contamination by submerging the burn in cool water. Use sterile dressings but don’t apply ointment or home remedies such as butter or petroleum jelly that may seal in heat or cause infection.

• Avoid recreational water illnesses by following public health warnings posted at beaches and lakes since even very small amounts of sewage or animal waste can infect open sores or be swallowed. For “swimmer’s itch,” an allergic skin rash cased by parasites in contaminated salt or fresh water, resist the impulse to scratch and soothe it with cool compresses, antiitch lotion, corticosteroid cream or a paste made of baking soda.

• Children, the elderly and those with high blood pressure have increased risk for heat exhaustion and, during warm days, should drink more water and stay away from beverages containing caffeine, alcohol or large amounts of sugar.

• Always wash your hands after being outside because dirty hands are a primary source of infection.

• Insect repellents can help reduce exposure to mosquito bites that may carry viruses. Use enough repellent to cover exposed skin but don’t apply it to cuts, wounds or irritated skin. Sweating or getting wet may require reapplication more, but a rule of thumb to follow is to reapply when mosquitoes begin to bite.

• Most cases of Lyme disease occur in the spring and summer months, putting campers, hikers and gardeners at greater risk. Choose light-colored clothing that enable ticks to be seen and cover your skin with long-sleeved shirts, long pants and a hat. Conduct a full-body check for ticks each night before going to bed after outdoor activities.

For more information on treating chronic or infected wounds, contact the Wound Healing Center located at ARMC West Campus on 230 Deronda St. in Amery or call 715-268-0175. - submitted

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The Mogels rotationally graze 200 ewes with 10 Scottish-Highlander beef cattle on 110 acres. The farm is swampy with heavy clay soils.

The Mogels have owned the farm just eight years. They have never seeded any pastures, but used sheep and cattle to renovate them. Pastures now contain birds-foot trefoil, various clovers, timothy and bromegrass.

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For example, cattle control willow and sheep eat thornapple leaves. The cattle will call when the sheep get out and the sheep will call when the cattle get out.

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Music concerts set at Shell Lake Arts Center

SHELL LAKE — The Shell Lake Arts Center is excited to welcome back their concert band and piano faculty during the week of July 11-16. This week brings middle school concert band, high school wind ensemble and piano accompaniment. Opportunities are endless for the community to come over to the center to take in the variety of concerts and art shows this coming week.

Music faculty recitals will take place beginning Sunday night, July 11, at 7 p.m. Other 7 p.m. faculty recitals include Tuesday and Wednesday nights in the Shell Lake Arts Center gymnasium. On Monday, July 12, the faculty will present a 7:30 p.m. performance at the Lakeside Pavilion in Shell Lake. This concert is supported in part by the Community Bank of Spooner, Bill Taubman’s Shell Lake Self-Storage, and Michael Spafford Agency Inc. The final concert for these camps will take place on Friday, July 16, at 5 p.m. If you can’t wait that long, take in the student recital on Thursday, July 15, at 7 p.m., in the Shell Lake Arts Center’s performance hall. There is no cost to attend any other concerts at the Shell Lake Arts Center.

These concerts are run in conjunction with the Shell Lake Arts Center’s weeklong concert band and piano camps. The camps are open to students ages 12-18, and cover a vast area of instruction, such as master classes, small group and individual playing, music theory and music history.

It’s not too late to sign up. For more information or to register for a camp, please visit the arts center’s Web site at www.shelllakeartscenter. org or call 715-468-2414.

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Hudson music students frequently attend the concert band program at the Shell Lake Arts Center where their teachers, Connie and Jim Root, are music teachers. — Photo submitted

Unity honor roll Freshmen

Alisha Aronson, Justin Aronson, Sarah Bader, Emily Bethke, Elaine Butala, Kourtney Collins, Anna Ebensperger, Taylor Heathman, Kasey Heimstead, Morgan Hoehne, Janet Hunter, Kayla Johnson, Kelsy Johnson, Megan Jones, Shauna Jorgenson, Mercedes Kobs, Aaron Koshatka, Brittany Kruse, Anna Luepke, Dawn Michaelson, Justin Mooney, Justin Moore, Shay Nelson, Hailey Olson, Jacob Ruck, Sarah Sarber, Cotlon Sorensen, Ethan St. Amand, Megan Volgren, Benjamin Zahler and Kaina Zygowica.

Sophomores

Steven Anderson, Jade Baerg, Brittney Bublitz, Jenna Christensen, Xavier Foeller, Paige Gurtner, Gary Gustafson, Ashley Johnson, Etta Johnston, Alec Larson, Connor MacKinnon, Kaitlyn MacKinnon, Kristy Miki, Emily Petzel, Michelle Rindal, Brittany Thomfohrda, Elizabeth Thuerkoff, Brady Turner, Jennifer Vlasnik and Amanda Vondrasek.

Juniors

Hayla Bader, Elizabeth Bethke, Angela Bracht, Beau Davison,

Nathan Dorrance, Katherine Ebensperger, Brady Flaherty, Marisa Hacker, Dylan Hendricks, Rush Hickethier, Yae Jin (Joen), April Johnson, Kayla Johnson, Josephine Kalenda, Jessica Kutina, Joshua Larsen, Erin Mabry, Denise McKenzie, Dale Michaelson, Brandon Mooney, Paul Mueller, Mickey Muller, Lucas Nelson, Alisha Nutter, Michael Owen, Bryana Petersin, Jessica Raboin, Haley St. Amand, Emily Stelling, Lindsey Voss, Naomi Williamson and Kathryn Zahler.

Lunda, Marissa Paulzine, Morgan Peterson and Stephanie Stivers.

Sophomores

Benjamin Bengtson, Kevin Bystrom, Zachary Cardot, Nathan Despiegelaere, Jessteena Grillo, Mitchell Johnston, Steven Krueger, Austin Ostby, Autumn Peterson and Luke Peterson.

Juniors

Seniors

Madeline Anderson, Tyler Bublitz, Alexandra Davison, Brooke Gillespie, Timothy Hallin, Logan Hilleshiem, Clinton Holin, Derek Jorgenson, Laura Krueger, Jacob Monahan, Kristen Norlund, Brittany Petznick, Fabian Schuller, Jacob Thomfohrda, Grace Thuerkoff, Kayla Turner and Jihang Wang.

Honorable mention Freshmen

Keith Arnett, Scott Bever, Billie Bracht, Mitchell Egge, Katie Jensen, Jonathan Larsen, Alexander Lennartson, Austina Lennartson, Evan

Girl Scout Camp Frederic Girl Scout Brownie Troop No. 53168 recently spent a weekend at Camp Lakamaga in Scandia, Minn. The Outdoor Extravaganza Troop Camp gave the girls the opportunity to participate in a variety of activities of their choice. The troop chose to fill their weekend with hiking, archery, songs, games, painting and crafts.

Despite the rainy weather, they even gave canoeing a try. Guided by a camp counselor, the girls learned basic strokes and then brought the canoes into the water to try out their new skills. - submitted

Steven Acosta, Jacob Bengtson, Hunter Bjornson, Crystal Donahue, Tony Fern, Derek Hochstetler, Kaitlyn Johnson, Alexis Jones, Brandi Larson, Alison Lennartson, Hannah McMeekin, Julia Moore, Steven Olson, Emma Schell and Brandon Stencil.

Seniors

Joy Albrecht, Amanda Bestland, Alec Carlson, Morgan Gordon, Steven Gustafson, Luke Hilleshiem, Stephanie Hunter, Samantha Ince, Amanda Langermann, David Lindquist, Tayler Matteson, Jared Mork, Mason Nelson, Kaylynn Olson, Matthew Picton, Rodrigo Quiroga, Kelsey Radke and Monique Slate.

Centuria celebrates Memory Days with skit, "Our Town"

The 20th century has dawned in western Wisconsin and a town is established on the new railroad line connecting Dresser Junction and Duluth. Things may never be the same, but people, somehow, will be pretty much as they’ve always been. Anna Luepke and Matt Kahl will be featured as the boy and girl next door who grow up together and fall in love in Centuria’s Memory Day’s skit, Saturday, July 10, at Fristad Lutheran Church, 501 State Road, Centuria. Music and lunch will also be provided

by Interfaith Caregivers. - Photos submitted

Shown (L to R): Megan Williamson, Teresa Neely, Alexis Doyle, Haley Ennis and Kaitlyn Peterson. Front row: Elaine Lahti.

Elaine Lahti (wearing life vest). – Photos submitted

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Beating the heat

Children found relief from the weekend heat with the help of the fire truck at the Indian Creek Tractor and Truck Pull on Saturday, July 3. Water sprayed over several children as they jumped and played in it, cooling down from the hot sun. – Photo by Brenda Sommerfeld

Kohl wants one federal guideline for medicine disposal

by Shamane Mills Wisconsin Public Radio WASHINGTON, D.C. - Disposal of unwanted prescription drugs is limited by tough laws designed to prevent diversion and also by concerns about the environment. U.S. Sen. Herb Kohl, D-Wis., wants to make it easier by having one

federal guideline for getting rid of medication safely.

Flushing prescriptions down the drain has led to water contamination in 30 states according to the U.S. Geological Survey. And having unwanted medication in the home can lead to theft. There are organized municipal and private drug collection efforts, but federal laws

on controlled substances make them costly and complicated.

During a U.S. Senate committee hearing he chaired, Kohl asked DEA deputy assistant Joseph Rannazzisi how consumers, nursing homes and others can get rid of prescription drugs when options are limited. Rannazzisi replied a national disposal day is planned for later

this year, but officials are still working out details.

Kohl says long-term solutions are needed so that disposal is convenient and consistently available. He called on the DEA to find a "middle ground" in its regulations, so that drugs don't get into the wrong hands, but also allows people to safely dispose of old medication.

50 -year reunion

The Frederic High School Class of 1960 held its 50-year reunion recently. Shown (L to R), back row: Gerald Schultz, Jerry Christensen, Ken Coen, Doug Hansen (hidden), Ron Lindblad (hidden), Duane Jensen, Dean Duncan, Michael Weiser, Harlin Owens, Phil Van Pelt, Bernie Kurkowski, Wes Cockerham and Keith Christian. Third row: Clayton Jorgensen, Nancy Larsen Kruetzian, Madelyn Peterson Beckstrom, Larry Tietz, Mary Ann Brunclik Coen, Janice Paulsen Johnstone, Jay Des Jardins, Duane Johnson, Nancy Miller Axelson and Dianne Wikstrom Kerfeld. Second row: Jerilyn Lewis Ormsby, Avis Amundson Lindblad, Bruce Shattuck, Marian Shattuck, Janet Witte Hurd and Virginia Dehn Des Jardins. First row (kneeling) Karen Engen Swanberg, Mary Lou Taylor Randall, Bonnie Findreng Morrow and Sharon Gjonnes Garberg. Former teacher and principal Bruce Shattuck and his wife joined the group for a visit. - Photo submitted

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CHURCH NEWS Eternal

Perspectives Sally Bair

A banner day Having just returned from a trip to Alaska, I considered some of the memorable things about the journey. One in particular was spending June 14, Flag Day, in the Yukon. I missed seeing our country’s flags waving from Main Street front porches and businesses.

In grade school I learned the importance of our national banner and what it stands for regarding America’s freedom. Our flag has changed design more than any other in the world, yet it is revered by many of us.

And though maligned by others, our nation’s banner has waved ever since June 14, 1777. On that day, the Continental Congress proposed we have a national flag instead of the British Union Jack. On that day 100 years later, our flag flew from every government building. Schools had unfurled their flags long before then, and most schools and many businesses fly their flags every day.

A banner is a rallying symbol. Ancient armies carried visible standards or banners that identified them from others. After leaving Egypt, when the Israelites faced their foes, the Amalekites, God told Moses to hold up his hands while standing on the hill above the battle. As long as Moses kept his hands raised, God gave the Israelites victory. When Moses grew tired, Aaron and Hur held up his hands. Later, Moses built an altar to commemorate their victory, calling it Yahweh Nissi, The Lord is my Banner.

Moses’ memorial symbolized God’s protection and power. Our own banner, the American flag, symbolizes and encourages devotion to our country’s ideals.

Christians carry a banner, too. When we pray to Yahweh Nissi, we are praying to the God who is powerful enough to overcome sin and eternal death.

When we lift high the banner of Christ’s hard-bought love through our own words and acts of love, we show the world that they, too, can experience the same freedom we have in him. “And in that day there shall be a Root of Jesse (Jesus), who shall stand as a banner to the people.” (Isaiah 11:10) Lord, help us wave our country’s banner with pride for the sacrifices of our servicemen and women. More importantly, help us remember to hold high the banner of your Son, who gave the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom from sin and eternal death. We want others to see, feel, and experience your great love. In Jesus’ name, amen.

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OBITUARIES

Elmer Nels Nielsen

Jon Kevin Ormson

Elmer Nels Nielsen, 84, died Friday, July 2, 2010, at his home from heart failure.

He was born on Oct. 16, 1925, in Luck Township; the son of Nels J.W. and Ellen (Hansen) Nielsen.

He was baptized and confirmed at the Milltown Lutheran Church.

On Aug. 7, 1948, he was united in marriage to Lavone Omacht, and to this union three children were born. Elmer’s employment started with local trucking in Milltown. He then went on to work at the Ford Motor Company, Minneapolis Moline, and farmed in Lake Elmo, Minn. In 1958, the family moved to Amery, where he started Nielsen Drayline Trucking. Elmer was very active in the community. He was on the Lincoln Town Board for 27 years, a member of the Amery Fire Department for many years, a member of First Lutheran Church for 52 years, a charter member of the Amery Snowmobile Club, Mounted Patrol, Apple River RV Club and the Dallas Saddle Club.

He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Norman Nielsen; and sister, Violet Wilson.

He is survived by his wife of almost 62 years, Lavone; three children, Barry Nielsen of Webb Lake, Marcia (Mark) Johnson of Amery and Renae Bethell of St. Croix Falls; nine grandchildren, Jeff Nielsen of Amery; Katie (James) McAlpine of St. Michael, Minn., Michelle Johnson of Minneapolis, Minn., Melinda Johnson of Stillwater, Minn., Mitchell Johnson of Granger, Iowa, Maxwell Johnson of Fairbanks, Alaska, Cassandra Bethell of Wyoming, Minn., Erik Bethell of St. Croix Falls and Alexander Bethell of St. Croix Falls; two great-grandchildren; as well as sisters, Eleanor Measner of Osceola, Mildred (Pete) Lundquist of Frederic, Helen McKenzie of Vadnais Heights, Minn. and Florence (George) Weigang of Amery; and a brother, Alvin (Janet) Nielsen of Minneapolis, Minn., as well as nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends.

Funeral services were held Wednesday, July 7, at the First Lutheran Church in Amery, with Pastor Tim Bjorge officiating. Organist was Julie Selle and soloist was Eric Peterson. Pallbearers were Elmer’s nine grandchildren.

Friends may sign an online guest book at www.williamsonwhite.com.

The Williamson-White Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Amery, was entrusted with arrangements.

Jon Kevin Ormson, 45, Hudson, died June 26, 2010.

He was born May 11, 1965, in Durand. He was the middle child of three children of Allen and Mary Ann Ormson. He attended Weyerhaeuser Public Schools and UWStout. Jon worked in sales in the telecommunications industry. He was married for 14 years to Lisa Dumke.

Jon was a man of many passions and talents. He was an avid outdoorsman and was the happiest when fishing, hunting and being close to nature. His family and friends were happiest when Jon was in the kitchen because he was such a skilled cook and loved to create meals. He also was a great athlete and excelled in many sports including, basketball, baseball, football and skiing. Jon loved music, enjoyed theater and the arts.

He is survived by his parents, Al and Mary Ann Ormson; brother, Dave Ormson; sister, Krista Varley; sisterin-law, Sandy Ormson; brother-in-law, Darren Varley; niece, Sarah Ormson; nephew, Ryan Ormson; and many family members and cherished friends.

He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Harry and Grace Ormson, George and Irene McGough, and other beloved family members.

Funeral services were held Thursday, July 1, at Luck Lutheran Church with the Rev. Norman Belland officiating. Music was provided by soloists Kelly Steen and Sheila Brom and organist, Margie Nelson. Honorary pallbearers were Dave Ormson, Krista Varley, Sandy Ormson, Darren Varley, Jason Paterson, Dana Paterson, Alan Checkalski, Tony Checkalski, Jim Huiras and Todd Elert. Jon’s family has requested that any contributions be directed to the charity of your choice.

As information is updated it can be found on the following Web sites: www.rowefh.com and www.wicremationcenter.com or call Bruce Rowe at 715472-2444.

Rowe Funeral Home of Luck and the Northwest Wisconsin Cremation Center in Milltown have been entrusted with funeral arrangements.

Trinity Lutheran July 4 Pie Social Trinity Lutheran Church of Falun members Eleanor and Jim Kreutzian dressed in their patriotic best for the church’s annual July 4 pie social.

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OBITUARIES

Wayne Daniel Friel, 80, died June 25, 2010, of natural causes.

Wayne was born Jan. 1, 1930, in St. Paul, Minn., to Daniel and Alice Friel. Wayne served in the United States Air Force from 1946 until 1950, when he was honorably discharged. Wayne married his wife, Norma, on July 23, 1955. He retired from Anoka State Hospital in 1992 after 25 years of service as a maintenance engineer and refrigeration.

Wayne spent most of his life residing in Minnesota and traveling south to Texas in the winter. He and Norma retired to Yellow Lake in Webster in 1995.

Wayne was preceded in death by his parents; his sister, Gloria Owens; and his brother, John Friel.

Wayne is survived by his wife, Norma, of 55 years as of July 23; children, Steven Friel of Siren, David Friel of Cromwell, Minn., Ronald Friel of San Benito, Texas, Constance Thomson of Askov, Minn., and Jeffrey Friel of Webster; 14 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren; siblings, Bernard Friel of Litchfield, Minn., Michael Friel of Forest Lake, Minn., Mary Alice Schmidt of St. Paul, Minn., and Carol Kromschroeder of Inver Grove Heights, Minn., along with other relatives and friends.

Funeral services were held Thursday, July 1, at Swedberg-Taylor Funeral Home, Webster. Pastor Diane Blahauvietz officiated. Interment followed at Oak Grove Cemetery in Webster. Casket bearers were Shane Silva, Miles Silva, Ryan Friel, Jason Friel, Erik Friel and Tony Krogstad. Online condolences can be made at www.swedberg-taylor.com.

The Swedberg-Taylor Family Funeral Homes, Webster, was entrusted with arrangements.

Paul F. Clontz Jr. Paul F. Clontz Jr., Osceola, died Monday, June 28, 2010, at Bethesda Hospital in St. Paul, Minn.

Paul was born Oct. 22, 1942, in North Wilkesboro, N.C., to Paul F. Sr. and Melba Clontz. He graduated from high school in Daytona Beach, Fla. and attended community college for one year. He joined the United States Air Force, where he served for over 20 years as an electronics technician. He retired in 1981 as a technical sergeant. On June 2, 1972, he married his wife, Martha, at Hof/Saale, Germany. He enjoyed electronic, computers, reading and his family.

Paul was preceded in death by his parents, stepson, Kenneth Ruppert, and niece Tia Marie Nigh.

He is survived by his wife, Martha; son, Dean Clontz of Luck; daughter, Susan Clontz of Ladysmith; stepson, Rainer (Dixie) Ruppert of Osceola; stepdaughter, Santra (James) Justin of Forest Lake, Minn.; brothers, Kenneth, David and Chris; sister, Ann; nine grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

Funeral services were held Friday, July 2, at the Osceola United Methodist Church with the Rev. Mark Gilbert officiating. Interment was in the Pleasant Prairie Cemetery.

Condolences may be left at www.grandstrandfh.com.

The Grandstrand Funeral Home, Osceola, was entrusted with arrangements.

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Michael P. Budge, 70, Webster died June 28, 2010, at St. Mary’s Medical Center in Duluth, Minn.

Michael was born Dec. 31, 1939, in Minneapolis, Minn., to John and Clara Budge. Michael married Janice Carlson on Oct. 24, 1959, in Minneapolis, Minn. To this union six children were born.

Michael built two homes with his children and a business. Some of his favorite pastimes were hunting, fishing and gardening. He was known to be quite the storyteller and was a fond animal lover. In his free time he read and enjoyed being with his grandchildren. He loved to spend time at Port Wing on Lake Superior.

Michael was preceded in death by his parents; son-inlaw, Tom; brothers, John and Robert; sisters, Dorothy and Pat. Michael is survived by wife, Jan; children, Scott Budge, Katie Budge, Kari Budge, Mark (Tiffany) Budge, Miki Budge and Michael J. (Jodi) Budge; grandchildren, Erin (Travis), Emily, Kara, Kenna, Delaney, Riley, Quinn, Jordan, Jake and Graycee; great-grandson, Kaden; pets Gerdy, Gus, Betty Boop, Jimbo, Molly and Lucy; other relatives and many friends.

Memorial service were held Friday, July 2, at Swedberg-Taylor Family Funeral Homes, Webster, with Pastor Steve Ward officiating. Online condolences can be made at www.swedberg-taylor.com.

The Swedberg-Taylor Family Funeral Homes, Webster, was entrusted with arrangements.

Gordon Orville Tew, 82, Clayton, died peacefully at his home on Friday, June 25, 2010.

Gordon was born on May 1, 1928, in St. Paul, Minn., to Ole Christian and Laura (Evenson) Tew. He was baptized June 10, 1928, and confirmed Oct. 10, 1943, at Christ Lutheran Church in St. Paul, Minn.

He attended Sheridan School in St. Paul, Minn. In 1945, Gordon went to work for the Great Northern Railroad.

He worked on the docks loading and unloading the railway cars. In 1950, Gordon enlisted in the U.S. Army and was shipped overseas to Germany. When he was in Germany he drove big trucks delivering supplies to all the bases. Gordon was discharged in 1952 and came back to work at the Great Northern Railroad where he drove truck delivering supplies that came in on the trains, so he knew the Twin Cities roads quite well. In 1953, he married DeLoris Anderson and moved to Lake Elmo, Minn., where they had two sons and a daughter. In 1958, they picked up and moved to Roberts, onto a hobby farm, where they added another daughter to the family. On the Roberts farm, they had two cows that were milked by hand and baled hay with an old John Deere baler that tied the bales with wire. He was also driving back and forth to the Twin Cities to his job. They delivered the Pioneer Press paper, and helped their neighbor with his pigs and horses. Gordon quit the railroad in 1970 and decided it was time to go farming on a bigger scale so they packed up and moved to a farm in Clayton. He drove a garbage truck; he never know what kind of goodies he might find. Gordon loved going to auctions and flea markets, buying good stuff to add to his collection. They farmed until 1984, when they moved to Range. In 2004, they moved back to their current place in Clayton.

He was preceded in death by his parents; infant brother and infant sister, and six sisters: Gladys, Ollie, Esther, Ethel, Muriel and Delores, and one brother Lloyd.

He is survived by his wife, DeLoris of Clayton; sons and daughters, Ron (Julie) Tew of Amery, Bruce (Julie) Tew of Amery, Linda (Dave) Wildt of Clayton and Connie (Dave) Christenson of Amery; 9 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren; six step-grandchildren and many step-great-grandchildren; brother, Millard Tew of Coon Rapids, Minn.; sister Cherry (Jim) Dodds of Dallas, Texas; and many other nieces, nephews and other family members.

Memorial service will be held at Scheuermann-Hammer Funeral Home in Clear Lake on Saturday, July 10, 2010 at 11 a.m., with visitatioin one hour before services at the funeral home. The Rev. Roger Kastelle will officiate.

Scheuermann - Hammer Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Clear Lake, were entrusted with arrangements.

John E. Schneider John E. Schneider, 59, of the Centuria/Balsam Lake area, died accidentally at his residence on Monday, June 28, 2010.

John was born on July 28, 1950, in Lancaster, the son of Stanley and Glendoris (Dersch) Schneider. He attended school in Lancaster and graduated from Lancaster High School in 1968, then he attended the University of Wisconsin-Platteville and graduated with a political science degree in 1972 and then attended the University of Wisconsin - Madison Law School and graduated in 1975 with his law degree.

John then moved to Polk County, where he practiced law, owning and operating the Schneider Law Office in Balsam Lake. He was married to Mary Clark Sept. 8, 1978, in Balsam Lake.

John was involved in many organizations throughout Polk County. He enjoyed classic cars, attending car shows, motorcycling and many other activities.

John leaves to celebrate his memory: mother, Glendoris Schneider of Lancaster; sisters, LuAnn (Tom) Kratochwill of Lancaster, Kari Koster of Geneseo, Ill., and Amy (Dennis) Hirt, Muskego; brother, Brett (Lisa) Schnieder of Waconia; many nieces, nephews, grand-nieces and nephews and other loving family and friends.

He was preceded in death by his father, Stanley Schneider; brother, Paul Schneider; brother-in-law, Clem Pink; and his paternal and maternal grandparents.

Funeral services celebrating the life of John were held Friday, July 2, at Cricket’s Event Center (TAC Entertainment Center). For more information or to express online condolences to the family, please visit www.kolstadfamilyfuneralhome.com.

The Kolstad Family Funeral Home of Centuria was entrusted with arrangements.

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Words cannot express our sincere gratitude for all the love and support throughout Rod’s illness and death. The assistance with the farm, visits, food, flowers and memorials are all greatly appreciated.

Thank you to Chuck and Ed for all the arrangements and especially your attention to the grandchildren. Thank you Pastor Appel, musicians, pallbearers and congregation at Elim Lutheran Church and Legion Post 137, for the perfect service for Rod.

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Karen, Karalyn, Michael, Susan, Bryan, Morgan and Paul Littlefield

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Jerry A. Olson, 58, Webster, died June 30, 2010.

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CHURCH NEWS Focus on early childhood key to intellectual progress QUESTION: We have a 1-year-old daughter and we want to raise her right.

I've heard that parents can increase the mental abilities of their children if they stimulate them properly during the early years. Is this accurate, and if so, how can I accomplish this with my baby?

DR. DOBSON: Research has shown that parents can, indeed, increase the intellectual capability of their children. This conclusion was first reached through the renowned Harvard University Preschool Project. A team of researchers led by Dr. Burton White studied young children aged eight to 18 months over a 10-year period, hoping to discover which experiences in the early years of life contribute to the development of healthy, intelligent human beings. The results of this important study are summarized below. a. It is increasingly clear that the origins of human competence are to be found in a critical period of development between eight and eighteen months of age. The child's experiences during these brief months do more to influence future intellectual competence than any time before or after. b. The single most important environmental factor in the life of the child is his

Focus on the Family Dr. James Dobson or her mother. "She is on the hook," said Dr. White, and exercises more influence on her child's experiences than any other person or circumstance. c. The amount of live language directed to a child (not to be confused with television, radio or overheard conversations) is vital to his or her development of fundamental linguistic, intellectual and social skills. The researchers concluded, "Providing a rich social life for a twelve- to fifteen-month-old child is the best thing you can do to guarantee a good mind." d. Those children who were given free access to living areas of their homes progressed much faster than those whose movements were restricted. e. The nuclear family is the most important educational delivery system. If we are going to produce capable, healthy children, it will be by strengthening family units and by improving the interactions that occur within them. f. The best parents were those who excelled at three key functions: 1. They were superb designers and or-

ganizers of their children's environments.

2. They permitted their children to interrupt them for brief, thirty-second episodes, during which personal consultation, comfort, information and enthusiasm were exchanged.

3. They were firm disciplinarians while simultaneously showing great affection for their children.

Occasionally, information comes along that needs to be filed away for future reference. These findings from the Harvard University Preschool Project are that significant. You will not want to forget these six findings. I believe they hold the keys to raising healthy children.

••• QUESTION: I have a friend who is a frequent victim of spousal abuse. How would she go about dealing with her husband's problem?

DR. DOBSON: The principles of "Love Must be Tough" offer the best response to an abusive husband. They begin with a recognition that behavior does not change when things are going smoothly.

If change is to occur, it usually does so in a crisis situation. Thus, a crisis must be created and managed very carefully.

After moving out and making it clear that the woman has no intention of returning, the ball moves to her husband's court. If he never responds, she never returns. If it takes a year, or five years, then so be it. He has to want her badly enough

to face his problem and to reach out to her. When (and if) her husband acknowledges that he has an abusive behavior pattern and promises to deal with it, negotiations can begin.

A plan can be agreed upon that involves intensive Christian counseling with a person of the wife's choosing. She should not return home until the counselor concludes that she will be safe and that the husband is on the way to recovery. Gradually, they put their relationship back together.

••• Dr. Dobson is founder and chairman emeritus of the nonprofit organization Focus on the Family, Colorado Springs, Colo. 80995 (www.focusonthefamily.org).

Questions and answers are excerpted from "Complete Marriage and Family Home Reference Guide" and "Bringing Up Boys," both published by Tyndale House. COPYRIGHT 2009 JAMES DOBSON INC., DISTRIBUTED BY UNIVERSAL UCLICK, 1130 Walnut St., Kansas City, Mo. 64106; 816-581-7500

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CPR for the professional rescuer/health-care provider course offered BALSAM LAKE – The American Red Cross is offering the following classes: CPR for the professional rescuer/healthcare provider – Wednesday, July 21, 5 – 10 p.m.

This course is designed for individuals delivering health care and/or assuring public safety. The CPR/PR course teaches adult, child, infant CPR/AED, one- and two-rescuer CPR. It will also include

proper use of pocket masks and bag-valve masks. This course will be held at the Polk County Red Cross Office located in Balsam Lake. Preregistration is requested. To register call Terry Anderson at 715-485-

3025 or register online at www.scvarc.org.

Classes may be canceled due to insufficient enrollment. - submitted

American Red Cross review class for students BALSAM LAKE – The American Red Cross is offering the following classes: Adult/AED CPR – Monday, July 12, 5:308:30 p.m., first aid – Tuesday, July 13, 5:30-

7:30 p.m. and infant/child– Thursday, July 15, 5:30-8:30 p.m.

These classes will be held at the Polk County Red Cross Office located in Bal-

sam Lake. Preregistration is requested.

To register call Terry Anderson at 715485-3025 or register online at www.scvarc.org. Classes may be canceled

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Church listings sponsored by the following area businesses: BREMER BANK, N.A. Full-Service Banking Member FDIC Frederic - Danbury - Siren

DAEFFLER’S QUALITY MEATS, INC. Wholesale & Retail Meats Custom Butchering & Processing Phone 715-327-4456

INTER-COUNTY CO-OP PUBLISHING ASSOCIATION Printers & Publishers Office Supplies

Frederic, Wis. - 715-327-4236 Shell Lake, Wis. - 715-468-2314 Siren, Wis. - 715-349-2560 St. Croix Falls, Wis. - 715-483-9008

STATE FARM INSURANCE COMPANIES

Corey T. Arnold, Agent Frederic, Wis. Phone 715-327-8076

BEAN’S COUNTRY GRIDDLE Hwys. 35 & 48 Downtown Frederic Phone 715-327-5513

NORTHWESTERN WISCONSIN ELECTRIC CO.

“Your Electric Servant” Serving Polk & Burnett Counties “Use Energy Wisely”

WEBSTER

ALPHA

CASHCO BUILDING SUPPLIES

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Complete Lumber & Building Supplies

CARLSON-ROWE FUNERAL HOME

Phone 715-866-4238 Hwy. 35 N. Webster, Wis. Tom & Becky O’Brien, Owners

MEDICINE SHOPPE

HOPKINS SAND & GRAVEL, INC.

Frederic, Wis. 715-327-4475 110 Oak Street Frederic, Wis. 715-327-4208 Monday - Friday 8:30 - 5 Not Open On Saturday Duane Lindh

HAULING

Sand, Gravel, Ready-Mix, Concrete, Black Dirt, Dozer Work, Landscaping & Septic Tanks Installed Hwy. 35 North Webster, Wis. Phone 715-866-4157 M.P.R.S. #03059

• Gravel • Sand • Rock • Top Soil • Trackhoe 715-472-2717 Mobile 715-491-1861 1065 290th Ave. Frederic, Wis.

SWEDBERG-TAYLOR FUNERAL HOME

LUCK

BRUCE’S AUTO REPAIR & TOWING

VAN METER’S MEATS

Government Inspected Slaughtering and Processing, Sausage making • Ham and Bacon Cured and Smoked Sides and Quarters of Beef and Pork Available Old-fashioned Fresh Meat Counter Tim Van Meter and Ross Anderson, Owners Luck, WI 54853 Plant 715-472-2141

• Complete Line of Building Supplies & Lumber • Cabot’s Stains Grantsburg, Wis. 715-488-2471 or 715-327-8766

BURNETT DAIRY CO-OP 1988 World Champion Cheesemaker Earl Wilson, Cheese Plant Mgr. Clif Gipp, Ag. Supply Mgr. for Feed, Propane & Fertilizer Alpha, Wis. 715-689-2468 • 715-689-2467

SIREN OLSEN & SON

Your Full-Service Drugstore Siren, Wis. Phone 715-349-2221

D & L FINANCIAL SERVICES 10022 Elbow Lake Road Siren, Wis. 54872 715-689-2539

Webster, Wis. Phone 715-866-7131

Churches 5/10

FREDERIC

Wrecker - Flatbed Air Conditioning & Computerized Car Service - Cold Weather Starts

Webster, Wis. 715-866-4100 Days • 715-866-8364 Eves.

CUSHING CUSHING COOPERATIVE SOCIETY Feed Mill - Grain Dept.

Cushing, Wis. 715-648-5215

Any area business wishing to help sponsor the church listings should contact the Leader at 715-327-4236.

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ChurchDIRECTORY Directory CHURCH ADVENTIST

SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST - FREDERIC

609 Benson Road; Pastor Curtis Denney Sat. Worship 11 a.m.; Sabbath Schl. 9:30 a.m.

ALLIANCE

ALLIANCE

ALLIANCE CHURCH OF THE VALLEY

Senior Pastor Bob Morton 1259 Hwy. 35 S., St. Croix Falls Sunday Worship: 9 & 11 a.m.

BIBLE FELLOWSHIP

BIBLE FELLOWSHIP

WORD OF LIFE CHURCH

Meeting in homes. Elders: Cliff Bjork, Jon Zens, 715-483-1357 and 715-755-3048 Sun. Fellowship - 10 a.m.; Wed. 7 p.m.

LUTHERAN

LUTHERAN

BALSAM LUTHERAN CHURCH

1115 Mains Crossing, 1/2 Mile South Hwy. 8 On 110th St.; Pastor Matt Faarem Sun. Worship 9 a.m.; Sun. School 10:15 a.m.

Wed. Bible Study 8:30 a.m.; Wed. LOGOS 3:20 p.m.

BEAUTIFUL SAVIOR LUTHERAN (WELS)

Gene E. Jahnke, Pastor, 715-635-7672, Hm. 715-354-7787, Hwy. 70 at 53, Spooner Sun. Wor. - 9:30 a.m.; Sun. School & Bible Classes For All - 10:45 a.m.

BETHANY LUTHERAN - BRANSTAD

Pastor Jay Ticknor, 715-463-5746 3 miles So. of Grantsburg on Hwy. 87 Sun. Schl. - 9:30 a.m.; Worship - 11 a.m.

BETHANY LUTHERAN - SIREN

Hwy. 35, 1/2 blk. N. Main St. Interim Pastor Andrew Hinwood Pastoral Serv. 715-349-5280 Sun. School 8:15 a.m.; Sun. Worship - 9:30 a.m.

BETHESDA LUTHERAN - DRESSER (LCMC) www.bethesdalutheran.ws

Pastor Mark Richardson, 715-755-2562 Pastor Mike Winick 1947 110th Ave., Dresser Contemporary Serv. 8:00 a.m.; Sunday Traditional Service 9:30 a.m.; Outdoor services

by Sand Lake last Sunday of the month.

BONE LAKE LUTHERAN bllc@lakeland.ws

Pastor Mary Ann Bowman, 5 mi. E. of Luck on Hwy. 48, 1/2 mi. S. on I; 715-472-8153, Office/Kit. - 715-472-2535 Exploring Prayer 8:15 a.m.; Adult Bible Study 8:30 a.m.; Wor. 9:30 a.m.; Fellowship 10:30 a.m.

Holy Communion 1st & 3rd Sundays

CHRIST LUTHERAN (LCMS)

Pipe Lake CTH G & T, 715-822-3096 Pastor Steve Miller Sun. Serv. 10:45 a.m.; Sun. Schl. 9:15 a.m. during schl. yr.; Holy Communion 1st & 3rd Sun. www.christlutheranpipelake.com

CLAM FALLS LUTHERAN (AALC)

Pastor Gary Rokenbrodt - 715-653-2630 Communion 1st Sun.; Wor. 9 a.m.; Sun. School 9 a.m.

FAITH LUTHERAN - BALSAM LAKE

faithlutheran@lakeland.ws Pastor Diane Norstad 715-485-3800; CTH I & Mill Street Worship 9:30 a.m.; Sun. Schl. 10:40 a.m.; Holy Communion 1st & last Sundays

FAITH LUTHERAN - GRANTSBURG

Pastor Victor St. George, 715-463-5388 Worship 9:30 a.m.; Sun. School 10:45 a.m.

FIRST EVAN. LUTHERAN

5561 Chestnut St., Taylors Falls, MN 651-465-5265 Traditional Worship 8:30 a.m.; Sunday School & Youth 9:45 a.m.; Adult Learning 10 a.m.; Contemp. Wor. 11 a.m.

FIRST LUTHERAN - CUSHING

Pastor Dorothy Sandahl, 715-648-5323 or 715-648-5324 Sun. Wor. 9 a.m.; Sun. Schl. 9 a.m.

FRISTAD LUTHERAN - CENTURIA

ELCA - 501 Hwy. 35, 715-646-2357, Mel Rau, Pastor Sun. Wor. & Holy Communion - 9:30 a.m.; Sun. Schl. - 10:40 a.m.

GEORGETOWN LUTHERAN - ELCA

Rt. 1, Balsam Lake, WI (Fox Creek) Pastor Neal Weltzen; GT Office - 715-857-5580, Parsonage - 715-822-3001, TR Office - 715-822-3001 Wors. Serv. 10:30 a.m.; Sun. Schl. 9:15 a.m.; Holy Communion - 1st Sun. of each month

GRACE LUTHERAN - WEST SWEDEN

Phone 715-327-4340, 715-327-8384, 715-327-8090 Interim Pastor Julie Brenden Worship 9:15 a.m.; Sun. School 10:30 a.m.

Communion - 1st & 2nd Sundays

IMMANUEL LUTHERAN - FREDERIC

(Missouri Synod) Pastor Jody R. Walter, 715-327-8608 Sun. Schl. - 8:45 a.m.; Service - 10:45 a.m.

Communion - 1st & 3rd Sun.

LAKESIDE COMMUNITY LUTH. - ELCA

CTH H, 1/2 mi. N. of CTH A & H on H Church Off. 715-635-7791 Roger Pittman, Pastor Worship Serv. 9 a.m.; Sat. Worship. 7 p.m.

LAKETOWN LUTHERAN - CUSHING

Pastor Dorothy Sandahl Sun. Wor. 10:30 a.m.; Sun. Schl. 10:30 a.m.

LUCK LUTHERAN

510 Foster Ave. E. Office 715-472-2605; Home 715-472-8424 Sun. Wor. Serv. 10:30 a.m.; Mon. Wor. Serv. 6:30 p.m.

MILLTOWN LUTHERAN

113 W. Main St.. W., Phone 715-825-2453 Pastor Danny G. Wheeler 9:15 a.m. Worship

NEW HOPE LUTHERAN CHURCH

Pastor Emory Johnson 685 W. State Road 70, Grantsburg Sunday Worship Service 9:30 a.m.

NORTH VALLEY LUTHERAN

METHODIST

METHODIST

ATLAS UNITED METHODIST

Pastor Carolyn Saunders, 715-463-2624 Sunday School - 11 a.m.; Worship - 11 a.m.

ST. FRANCIS XAVIER

Pastor Father Daniel Bodin, 651-465-7345 25293 Redwing Ave., Shafer, MN Sunday 9 a.m.

ST. JOHN THE BAPTIST

Pastor Carolyn Saunders, 715-463-2624 Worship - 9 a.m.; Sunday School - 10:30 a.m.

Pastor Michael J. Tupa, 715-866-7321 Cedar & Muskey Ave. - Webster Mass Sun 10:45 a.m., Wed. 5:45 p.m. (SeptMay), Fri. 9 a.m. (Summer) Sat. 8:15 p.m. on Sept. 1

DANBURY UNITED METHODIST

ST. JOSEPH CATHOLIC

CENTRAL UNITED METHODIST GRANTSBURG

Pastor Maggie Isaacson, 715-825-3559 3 mi. W. of Milltown on “G” Sunday Worship - 9:15 a.m.

Holy Communion 1st & 3rd Sundays

Cindy Glocke, Pastor, 715-866-8646 Sunday Worship - 9 a.m.

OUR REDEEMER LUTHERAN, (LCMS) WEBSTER

Cindy Glocke, Pastor, 715-866-8646 Sunday Worship - 10:30 a.m.

404 Wis. Ave., Amery, 715-268-7717 Father John Drummy, Pastor Sat. Mass 4 p.m., Sun. Mass 8 a.m. & 10:30 a.m. Sacrament of Reconciliation Sat., 3:30 p.m. or by appt.

Pastor Gerald Heinecke Phone 715-327-8608; Church Phone 715-866-7191 Sunday Worship - 10 a.m.; Communion 1st & 3rd Sundays

HOLY TRINITY UNITED METHODIST

ST. JOSEPH CATHOLIC

PEACE LUTHERAN - DRESSER (ELCA)

LAKEVIEW UNITED - HERTEL

2355 Clark Road, Dresser, WI, 715-755-2515 Web site: plcdresser.org Pastor Wayne Deloach, Intern Lori Peper Sun. Wor. 8:30 & 11 a.m., Sun. Schl. 9:35 a.m.

PILGRIM LUTHERAN - FREDERIC (ELCA)

Pastor Catherine Burnette 507 Wisconsin Ave. N., 715-327-8012 Sunday Worship - 9 a.m.

Holy Communion 1st & 2nd Sundays www.pilgrimlutheranfrederic.org

REDEEMER EV. LUTHERAN

(Wisconsin Synod) Pastor Gene DeVries 200 N. Adams St., St. Croix Falls Sun. Wor. - 9:30 a.m.; Sun. Schl. - 8:30 a.m.

ST. JOHN’S EV. LUTHERAN (Wis. Synod)

350 Michigan Ave., Centuria Sun. Worship - 10:45 a.m.; Sun. School - 10 a.m.

ST. PETER’S LUTHERAN - LUCK 1614 CTH, North Luck Office Ph.715-472-2605; Dial-A-Devotion 715-472-2345 Sunday Worship - 9 a.m.

SHEPHERD OF THE VALLEY LUTHERAN

(Missouri Synod) 140 Madison St. South, St. Croix Falls Pastor Mark K. Schoen Sun. Service - 9 a.m.; Sun.School - 10:30 a.m.

TRINITY LUTHERAN - ELCA

10 mi. W. of Cumberland on Hwy. 48 (McKinley) - Pastor Neal Weltzin GT Office 715-857-5580, Parsonage 715-822-3001, TR Office - 715-822-3001 Wor. Serv. - 9 a.m.; Sun. Schl. - 10:15 a.m.

Holy Communion - 1st Sunday

TRINITY LUTHERAN LCMS, DANBURY

Pastor Gerald Heinecke Home 715-327-8608; Church 715-866-7191 Sunday Worship Service - 8 a.m.

Holy Communion 1st & 3rd Sundays

TRINITY LUTHERAN - FALUN

Hwy. 70 East, 715-689-2271, Pastor: Carl Heidel Worship 9 a.m.; Sunday School 10:15 a.m.

Communion -Every Sunday

TRINITY EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN OSCEOLA

300 Seminole Ave. (CTH M) Mark Kock, Pastor, 715-294-2828 Sunday Worship at 9 a.m.; Fellowship Bible Class at 10:15 a.m.

WEST DENMARK LUTHERAN

Pastors Mike & Linda Rozumalski 1 mi. west of Luck on N, 2478 170th St., Luck Sunday Worship 9:30 a.m.; Fellowship following service

WEST IMMANUEL LUTHERAN - ELCA

Rev. Rexford D. Brandt 447 180th St., Osceola, 715-294-2936 Sunday Worship 9 a.m.

Communion 1st & 3rd Sunday of the month

YELLOW LAKE LUTHERAN

1/2 mi. W. of Hwy. 35 on U, 715-866-8281, Pastors Douglas Olson and Roger Kampstra Services begin at 9:30 a.m.; Communion 1st & 3rd Sunday

ZION LUTHERAN - BONE LAKE (AALC)

Pastor Gary Rokenbrodt - 715-653-2630 5 mi. E. of Frederic on W, 2 mi. south on I; Sun. School 9:30 a.m.; Worship 10:30 a.m.

Communion - 1st Sunday

GRACE UNITED - WEBSTER

Holytrinity@wisconsinumc.org 1606 165th Ave., CTH I, Centuria Paul Foulke, Pastor, 715-485-3363 Sunday Worship - 9 a.m.

Rev. Thomas E. Thompson, 715-294-2243 255 E. 10th Ave., Osceola Masses: Sun. 10:30 a.m., Tues. 5 p.m.

Thurs. at 10 a.m. at Osc. Nursing Home

ASSEMBLY

Pastor Jack Starr Wor. - 9 a.m.; Sun. Schl. - during worship hour

ASSEMBLY

LEWIS MEMORIAL UNITED METHODIST Tom Cook, Pastor Worship 8:45 a.m.; Sunday Schl. 10 a.m.

Pastor Don Wiltshire, 715-640-6400 Centuria - Phone 715-646-2172 Sunday Service: 10 a.m.

McKINLEY UNITED METHODIST

OSCEOLA COMMUNITY CHURCH

Pastor Annie Tricker Sun. Worship 11 a.m.; Sun. School 11 a.m.

Potluck dinner 1st Sunday

OSCEOLA UNITED METHODIST

CENTURIA ASSEMBLY OF GOD

Pastor Larry Mederich, 715-294-4332 www.occconnect.org Mtg. @ St. Croix Art Barn; Sun. Serv. - 9 a.m.

Nursery and children church

SIREN ASSEMBLY OF GOD

oumc@centurytel.net 306 River Street, Osceola, 715-755-2275 Pastor Mark Gilbert Adult Class - 8:30 a.m.; Sunday School 10 a.m.

Sunday Worship - 10 a.m.; Holy Communion 1st Sunday

Pastor Andrew Bollant Sun. Schl. - 9:15 a.m.; Morn. Serv. - 10:15 a.m.; Supervised Nursery; Wed. Evening - Worship Serv. 6:30 p.m.

ST. CROIX FALLS UNITED METHODIST

EVANGELICAL

Rev. Mike Weaver Sunday Worship Service - 10 a.m.

Sunday School is at 9 a.m., Nursery available

EVANGELICAL

TRADE RIVER EVAN. FREE

Pastor Arveda “Freddie” Kirk, 715-327-4436 Early Wor. 8:30 a.m.; Sunday Wor. 10 a.m.

Souper service Wed. 5:15 p.m.

Pastor Dale VanDeusen, 715-488-2296 or 715-488-2653 20296 Hwy. 87, Grantsburg Morning Worship - 9:30 a.m.; Sunday School - 10:45 a.m.; Nursery provided for all services

SIREN UNITED METHODIST

APPLE RIVER COMMUNITY (EFCA)

ST. LUKE UNITED - FREDERIC

Tom Cook, Pastor Sunday School 9 a.m.

Worship - 10:15 a.m. (Nursery available)

TAYLORS FALLS UNITED METHODIST

Pastor Bruce Tanner, 715-268-2176 942 U.S. Hwy. 8, Amery Sun. Schl. 9:30 a.m.; Worship 10:30 a.m.

Wednesday Bible study 7 p.m.

WOLF CREEK UNITED METHODIST

Pastor Greg Lund, 715-327-8767 700 Churchwood Lane; 505 Old CTH W Sun. Schl. - 9 a.m.; Morn. Worship - 10:15 a.m.; Nursery provided for all services

290 W. Government Street, 715-294-4436 Reverend Dr. Rolland Robinson Sunday Service - 10 a.m. with nursery Sunday School - Sept. - May at 10 a.m.

Rev. Mike Weaver Sunday Worship - 8:15 a.m.

COVENANT

COVENANT

CALVARY COVENANT - ALPHA

Pastor Scott Sagel, 715-689-2541 Sun. School 9:30 a.m.; Sun. Worship 10:30 p.m.; Elevator provided, welcome

SIREN COVENANT

Pastor Dave Guertin 7686 Lofty Pines Drive, Siren, 715-349-5601 Worship 10 a.m.; Sunday School 9 a.m.

UNITED COVENANT - CLEAR LAKE

Pastor Gary Tonn Praise Time 8 a.m.; Worship 10:30 a.m.

Sunday School 9:20 a.m.

CATHOLIC

CATHOLIC

ASSUMPTION OF THE BLESSED VIRGIN MARY Rev. Thomas E. Thompson, 715-247-3310 255 St. Hwy. 35, East Farmington Mass Friday 9 a.m.; Sacrament of Penance Sat. 3:30 p.m.

CHURCH OF ST. JOSEPH

Pastor - Father Daniel Bodin 490 Bench St., Taylors Falls, 651-465-7345 Sat. Vigil 5:30 p.m.; Sun. 7:30 & 10:30 a.m.

Tues. - Thurs. 7:30 a.m.

OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP

FREDERIC EVAN. FREE CHURCH

BAPTIST

BAPTIST

EAST BALSAM BAPTIST - BALSAM LK. Pastor David Sollitt 715-857-5411 or 715-268-2651 Worship Service - 9 a.m.; Sunday School-10:15 a.m.

EUREKA BAPTIST

2393 210th Ave., St. Croix Falls Pastor Willis Christenson, 715-483-9464 Sunday School - 10 a.m.; Worship Service - 11 a.m.

FAITH FELLOWSHIP

Hwy. 35 and CTH N., Luck Bill McEachern Pastor, 715-485-3973 Sun. Bible study - 9 a.m.; Sun. Wor. - 10 a.m.

FIRST BAPTIST - AMERY

131 Broadway St., 715-268-2223; www.fbcamery.org Pastor Charlie Butt, Lead Pastor; Nick Buda, Assoc. Pastor of Family Ministries 1st Sunday Service: 9 a.m. - 10:15 a.m.; Nursury available; Sun. School for Pre-K to 5th; Sun. School for Jr./Sr. high meet in teen center 2nd Sunday Service: 10:30 - 11:45 a.m.; Nursery available; Children’s church ages 3-4

FIRST BAPTIST - FALUN

Pastor Kevin Miller Associate Pastor Roger Inouye Sunday School - (all ages) - 9:30 a.m.

Church Serv. - 10:45 a.m.

FIRST BAPTIST - MILLTOWN

Danbury - 7586 St. Rd. 77, 715-866-7321 Pastor - Father Michael J. Tupa Mass - Wed. 5 p.m. (Summer), Fri. 9 a.m. (Sept.-May).

Reconciliation as per bulletin & by appt.

Pastor Marlon Mielke, 715-825-3186 Sunday School 9:45 a.m.; Worship 11 a.m., 7 p.m.

OUR LADY OF THE LAKES

FIRST BAPTIST - TAYLORS FALLS, MN

Pastor Martin Weigand - 715-294-3489 Sun. Schl. 9 a.m.; Adult Bible Class 9:30 a.m.; Worship 10:30 a.m.

Balsam Lake - Rev. John A. Drummy, Pastor - 405-2253 Mass: Sat. eves. 6 p.m.; Sun. 8:30 a.m.; Tues. 5:30 p.m.; Fri. 9 a.m.Sacrament of Reconciliation 7:30 a.m. Sun. or by appt.

Located across from elemen. school on West St., Pastor, Dr. Kevin Schumann; 651-465-7171 Sun. Morn. - Sun. School for all ages - 9 a.m.

Morn. Worship - 10:15 a.m.; Nursery provided.

ZION LUTHERAN - MARKVILLE

SACRED HEARTS OF JESUS & MARY

FIRST BAPTIST - WEBSTER

ZION LUTHERAN - EAST FARMINGTON (WELS )

Pastor Tim Faust Worship - 11 a.m.; Sun. School - 10 a.m.

Holy Communion - 1st & 3rd Sunday

ZION LUTHERAN - TRADE LAKE

Interim Pastor Julie Brenden 715-327-8384, 715-327-8090 Fellowship - 10:30 a.m., Sun. Schl. 9:45 a.m.; Worship 11 a.m., Communion - 1st & 2nd Sundays

PRESBYTERIAN

PRESBYTERIAN

FIRST PRESBYTERIAN

Rev. Bruce Brooks - 715-483-3550 719 Nevada St. , (between Simonson & Tower Roads) , St. Croix Falls Worship - 10 a.m. (Nursery provided) Sun. Schl. - Child.- 9 a.m.; Sun. Schl. - Adults 8:45 a.m.; Communion 1st Sunday

Pastor Father Michael J. Tupa CTHs A & H - 715-866-7321 Crescent Lake Voyager Village area.

Mass Sun. 8:15 a.m., Thurs. 11:30 a.m.

Reconciliation as per bulletin and by appt.

ST. DOMINIC - FREDERIC & IMMACULATE CONCEPTION - GRANTSBURG CATHOLIC MASS SCHEDULE

Pastor: Rev. Dennis M. Mullen, 715-327-8119 St. Dominic: Sat. 4:30 p.m.; Sun. 10:30 a.m.

Immaculate Conception: Sat. 6:30 p.m.; Sun. 8:30 a.m. Call the office for daily & holy day Mass times

ST. ANNE PARISH

Rev. Thomas E. Thompson, 715-247-3310 139 Church Hill Rd., Somerset Mass Sun. 8:30 a.m.; Wed. 9 a.m.

Sacrament of Penance Sun. 8 a.m.

Church Phone 715-866-4111; Rev. Merrill Olson - Pastor Sun. School - 9:30 a.m.; Wor. - 10:45 a.m (Nursery Provided)

GRACE CHURCH OF OSCEOLA “The Cure for the Common Church”

LIVING HOPE CHURCH

Pastor Doug McConnell Youth Pastor Chris Radtke At Grantsburg High School, 715-463-5794 Sun. Serv. 9:30 a.m.; Sun. Schl. 11 a.m.

TRADE LAKE BAPTIST

Pastor Andy McDaniel, 715-327-8402 Sun. Schl. - 9:15 a.m.; Wor. Serv. - 10:15 a.m.; Nursery provided.; www.tradelakebaptistchurch.org

CHURCH OF CHRIST

CHURCH OF CHRIST

CHURCH OF CHRIST - WEBSTER

Minister Garret Derouin, 715-866-7157 Musky & Birch St., Avail. in office 9 a.m. - noon, Tues.-Fri.; Sun. Bible Study 9:30 a.m.

Worship 10:30 a.m.

WESLEYAN

WESLEYAN

WOODLAND WESLEYAN

Dairyland - Rev. Andrea Wittwer 715-244-3649 Sunday School - 10 a.m.; Worship - 11 a.m.

FULL GOSPEL

FULL GOSPEL

WOOD RIVER CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP

Pastor Dan Slaikeu 4 mi. SE of Grantsburg on Williams Rd. Sunday School 9:30 a.m.; Worship 10:30 a.m.

HOPE FELLOWSHIP OF SOMERSET

231 Bluff Drive, 715-247-2435 Services are Sundays at 10:30 a.m.

CHRISTIAN CENTER

CHRISTIAN CENTER

EL SALEM/TWIN FALLS CHRISTIAN CENTER

1751 100th Ave., Dresser Sunday School 9:30 a.m.; Morning Worship 10:30 a.m.

Evening Services Sun. 6 p.m.; Wed. 7 p.m.

Call Pastor Darryl Olson at 715-755-3133 for information and directions

ORTHODOX CHRISTIAN

CHRISTIAN ORTHODOX

HOLY TRINITY ORTHODOX

523 1st St., Clayton, 715-948-2493 Fr. Christopher Wojcik, Pastor Saturday Vespers - 5 p.m.; Sunday Liturgy - 9:30 a.m.

HOLY CROSS ORTHODOX CHRISTIAN Meeting at Zion Lutheran Church, 28005 Old Towne Rd., Chisago Lakes, MN hcomm.org Sunday Worship Service 9:30 a.m.

NAZARENE

NAZARENE

CALVARY CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE

510 S. Vincent, St. Croix Falls Pastor Lori Ward, 715-483-3696 Sunday School 9:30 a.m.; Worship 10:45 a.m. & Wed. 6:30 p.m.

FAITH COMMUNITY

7535 Peet St., Danbury, 715-656-4010 Adult Bible Service 9 a.m.; Services: Sun. 10 a.m.; Sunday School during church service.

NONDENOMINATIONAL

NONDENOMINATIONAL

CENTERPOINT CHURCH “Come as you are”

Pastor Dick Enerson, www.centerpointstcroix.com, 715-294-1833, Meeting at SCF High Schl. - Main entrance 740 Maple Drive, St. Croix Falls Sunday Worship 10 - 11:15 a.m.

NEW LIFE COMMUNITY - AMERY

Interim Pastor Craig Jorgenson Sunday Worship 10 a.m.; Children’s Church: K to 6th Grade

NEW LIFE CHRISTIAN COMMUNITY

Meets at Dresser Elem. School, Dresser Pastor Michael Brand, 715-417-2468 Adult Class 9 a.m.; Sunday School 9:45 a.m.; Worship Service 9:45 a.m.; Nursery available

NEW WINE CHURCH - CENTURIA 309 5th Street, , 715-338-2751 Pastors Randy and Pam Stone Sunday 10 a.m.; Wednesday 7 p.m.

NORTHERN PINES FRIENDS WORSHIP GROUP 715-733-0481 or 715-733-0480 for time of meeting.

INTERDENOMINATIONAL

INTERDENOMINATIONAL

722 Seminole Ave., Osceola Pastor Dr. Kent Haralson; 715-294-4222 or 715-755-3454; info@gracechurchosceola.com Sun.: Praise & Worship Serv. 9 am., Adult Bible Study 10:45 a.m., Children’s Sun. School 10:45 a.m.

RIVER VALLEY CHRISTIAN

GRACE BAPTIST - GRANTSBURG

ST. PETER’S COMMUNITY CHURCH

716 S. Robert St., Grantsburg, 715-463-5699 Sr. Pastor Brad Moore David Ahlquist, Assoc. Pastor Sun. Worship 9:30 a.m.; Sun. School 11 a.m.

1289 160th St. (Hwy. 65), St. Croix Falls, 715-483-5378 Pastors Dan and Claudia Denissen Sunday Adult Bible Class 9 a.m.

(No child care available) Worship and Children’s Sunday Schl. 10 a.m.

“Faith on Purpose” (Love God, Love People...period) faithonpurpose.org CTH F, Dresser, 715-483-2911 Pastor’s res./office Sunday Worship 10 a.m.

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SHOWS AND SHOW TIMES July 9 - July 15

FREDERIC CLASS OF 1980 30-YEAR REUNION Saturday, July 31, 6 p.m.

Aspen Leaf (formerly Countryside Inn)

If you didn’t receive a mailed-out notice, call Sally for info: 800-676-4281 (work) and meal selection.

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FHS CLASS OF 1970 40TH REUNION Saturday, July 10, 4 p.m Coon Lake Park

Picnic supper with beer and soft drinks, $20 per person.

Members of neighboring classes welcome; call 715-472-8356 to reserve.

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Freedom Five

20 10 Just at the stroke of 8 a.m., starting time for Siren’s Freedom Five July 4 race, the heavens opened up and the rain came pouring down. Undaunted, the large crowd of runners and walkers pushed on toward the finish line in Crooked Lake Park, many of them later declaring that it was fun to race in the rain.

This member of the Siren Fire Department made his walking load heavier by pulling along a fourwheeler.

The national anthem at the start of the Freedom Five race in Siren was sung by the quartet known as Harmonic Balance. Quartet members, holding umbrellas to protect against the oncoming rain were (L to R): Adam Daniels, Jim Muus, Rick Kosloski and Kent Lindquist.

Susanna Emond, Minneapolis, Minn., No. 1399, was the first female to cross the finish line in this year’s Freedom Five race, the 30th-year for the 5K race.

Four-time Freedom Five race winner Sean Kutz, Oshkosh, No. 1440, crossed the finish line first in this year’s race. Kutz grew up in Grantsburg, and is the son of Burnett County Circuit Court Judge Ken Kutz and his wife, Pat. Judge Kutz was waiting on the finish line, camera in hand, to record the first-place finish.

“In order to help improve the health of area firefighters, Jackson Fire & Rescue issued a 5K Challenge to all of the Burnett County fire departments,” wrote Dan Campion from Jackson in an e-mail to the Leader. Campion explained that his department provided training schedules and information, and challenged the firefighters to either walk or run in the Freedom Five July 4 in Siren. Firefighters from Siren, along with a few from Grantsburg, responded to the challenge, and some of them are shown in this photo. “It’s good PR for people to see we are out there doing this,” Campion said.

Photos by Nancy Jappe

Siren High School graduate Chad Thomas (L) came home from Helsinki, Finland, to spend the July 4 holiday.

Thomas, who is a marathon runner, got a slow start in the downpour that greeted runners at the start of the Freedom Five race in Siren. He will be home for a week, greeting friends and family, and will soon be shifting his locale to Berlin, Ger- Young Ronald Hatch was wearing just the right many. gear as he waited for his dad, Dave, to finish the Freedom Five race in Siren July 4.

This young man filled up on water after completing the Freedom Five race course in Siren this past Sunday.

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Happenings in the Upper St. Croix Valley communities

Coming events Photo by Raelynn Hunter

JULY

Frederic

Sharing

THURS.-SAT./8-10

• Author Dennis Weidemann - “This Water Goes North,” at the library, 7 p.m., 715-327-4979.

Siren

Spooner

• Kevin McMullin & Chris Clemments at Crooked Lake Park orchestra shell, 7-9 p.m., 715-349-8399, www.visitsiren.com.

• Heart of the North Rodeo, www.spoonerrodeo.com.

Webster

St. Croix Falls

• Central Burnett County Fair. Horse pull, Thurs. 7 p.m.; truck/tractor pull, Fri. 6:30 p.m.; demo derby, Sat. 7 p.m., 715-866-8261, www.centralburnettcountyfair.org.

• Diabetes support group meeting/class at SCRMC atrium lobby, 6-8 p.m., 715-483-0571/0248.

THURSDAY/8

Webster

• Webster High School reunion at Ike Walton Lodge, 11 a.m., the Class of 1950, wjens@zoomtown.com, 715-8667547, 715-349-2820. Other classes, 715-866-7101.

• 4-person scramble at Fox Run Golf Course, 2:30 p.m., 715-866-8890, for historical society & the Fort.

Balsam Lake

• Meet with Sen. Feingold’s staff at the courthouse, 12:30-1:30 p.m.

Siren

FRI.-SUN./16-18

• Crossed Paths at Crooked Lake Park orchestra shell, 79 p.m., 715-349-8399, www.visitsiren.com.

Amery

Webster

• Little Falls Lutheran Church Bluegrass Gospel Fest.

Starts Fri. 4 p.m., Sat. 9 a.m., Sun. 9 a.m., 715-268-7864, www.littlefallgospelfest.com.

• Dining at 5 at the senior center, 5 p.m., 715-866-5300.

FRI. & SAT./9 & 10

Grantsburg

Webster

• Snowmobile Watercross, www.grantsburgwatercross.com.

• Burnett County Relay for Life at the high school, 5 p.m. start.

FRI.-SUN./9-11 Centuria

• Memory Days, Fri. 7 p.m. queen’s coronation; Sat. battle of the bands; Sun. 1:30 p.m. parade, www.centuriawi.org.

FRIDAY/9 Balsam Lake

• Noon potluck of Poco Penners and NW Regional Writers at library room below red water tower.

Danbury

• Dinner at the Fort, 5:30 p.m., 715-866-8890, www.theforts.org.

Grantsburg

• Stargazing at Crex Meadows, 7:30-11 p.m.

A pasture in rural Webster is shared by a horse and a bird, two species that rarely see eye to eye this close up. - Photo by Gary King • Breast Cancer Bash at Kris’. Registration 11 a.m. Fun starts at noon, 715-349-5755.

SUNDAY/11 Amery

• Apple River Schools Annual Picnic at the Apple River County Park, 1 p.m., 715-268-2530.

Centuria

• Chicken dinner at Fristad Lutheran Church, 11 a.m.1 p.m., 715-646-2357.

Cushing

Siren

• Music by Foundation Quartet at Skonewood Christian Retreat Center, 7 p.m.

St. Croix Falls

• Alumni and Friends of the Pleasant Valley School picnic, on the school grounds. Potluck lunch at 1 p.m. Please bring lawn chair.

• Fish fry at Burnett Moose Lodge, 5:30-7:30 p.m., 715349-5923.

• Summertime Folk Singers at the Overlook Deck, 6:30 p.m., musicontheoverlook.com.

Eureka Center

Siren

SATURDAY/10

• Head Injury Support Group at Siren Covenant Church, 1-2:30 p.m., 715-349-8985.

• 20th-annual BLHS all-class reunion at the American Legion Hall. Potluck lunch at noon, 715-949-1471, 715405-3471.

• Friends of Kent’s 2nd-annual Garden Tour, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., www.kentsplants.com, 715-483-1775.

Balsam Lake

St. Croix Falls

Frederic

• Class of 1970 40th reunion at Coon Lake Park, 4 p.m., neighboring classes welcome, 715-472-8356.

Grantsburg

• 100-bird shoot at rod & gun club, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., www.grantsburggunclub.com.

Milltown

• Underwater World presentation at the library, 2:15 p.m.

Siren

• Siren Lion/Lioness yard sale donation drop-off day at their building, 9 a.m.-noon, 715-349-2400.

St. Croix Falls

• Bloodmobile at the SCRMC west employee parking lot, 11 a.m.-4 p.m., 651-465-5543.

TUESDAY/13 Balsam Lake

• First aid class at the Red Cross office, 5:30-7:30 p.m., 715-485-3025, www.scvarc.org.

Siren

• Fish fry at Burnett Moose Lodge, 5:30-7:30 p.m., 715349-5923.

Luck

• Scott Volunteer Fire Department chicken BBQ, 11:30 a.m.

A&H

Amery

• Music in the Park - Danville Singers Contemporary Folk, 6:30 p.m.

• American Legion & Auxiliary picnic at Lions Park, 6 p.m. Note date change.

• Fundraiser silent auction/bake sale at the senior center for Karen Bunda, 3-6 p.m.

WED.-SUN./14-18

• Ruby’s Pantry at the elementary school. Doors open 9:30 a.m., distribution 10-11:30 a.m.

Rice Lake

• Barron County Fair. Horse show Sat. & Sun.; Trucks Sat. 7 p.m.; Demo Sun. 7 p.m. www.barroncountyfair.com.

WEDNESDAY/14 Luck

• Polk/Burnett Winter Texan Picnic at the Lions shelter, noon.

Siren

Osceola

• Indiahead Barbershop Chorus guest night at United Methodist Church, 7:30 p.m.

FRIDAY/16 SATURDAY/17

• Fibromyalgia meeting at Burnett Community Library, 5-7 p.m., 715-866-7697.

Danbury

• Adult/AED CPR class at the Red Cross office, 5:30-8:30 p.m., 715-485-3025, www.scvarc.org.

Luck

Grantsburg

• Nature’s Little Explorers at Crex, 10-11:30 a.m., 715463-2739, Alison.Cordie@wisconsin.gov.

Balsam Lake

MONDAY/12

• Learn how to build & bake in an authentic clay oven at Forts Folle Avoine Historical Park, 8 a.m.-2 p.m.

• Chronic Illness/Disability Support Group will meet at Peace Lutheran Church, 6:30 p.m., 715-755-2515.

• VFW Ladies Auxiliary will meet at the VFW Hall, 715656-4040.

• Senior picnic at Crooked Lake Park, 11:30 a.m.

• Neighborhood Mass & potluck dinner at Crooked Lake Park, 6 p.m.

Centuria

• Interfaith Caregivers Musical Memories Concert at Fristad Lutheran Church, 7 p.m., 715-485-9500.

Dresser

• Lucky Days.

Webster

THURS.-SUN./15-18 St. Croix Falls/Taylors Falls, Minn.

• Wannigan Days. Talent show, Thurs., 6:30 p.m. Queen coronation, Fri. 7 p.m. Tug-of-war, Sat., noon; parade, 6 p.m.

THURSDAY/15 Balsam Lake

• Infant/child class at the Red Cross office, 5:30-8:30 p.m., 715-485-3025, www.scvarc.org.

Puppeteers at the library

The puppeteers from the Watermark Church recently entertained at the Frederic Library with a show centered on the summer reading theme, Make a Splash - Read! The group read stories, performed several skits, and Brad Knauber juggled between acts, in an audience-pleasing program for all ages. – Photos submitted

Frederic

Grantsburg

• Wildflower expedition at Crex, 9-11 a.m.

• Sheep pasture walk at 10887 Hegge Road, 10 a.m.noon, 800-528-1914, 715-635-3506.

Ladysmith

• Mardi Gras Arts & Crafts Fair downtown on Miner Ave., 9 a.m.-4 p.m., 715-532-5328, www.ladysmithchamber. com/pages/calendar.html.

St. Croix Falls

• Historical tribute to the CCCs at Festival Theatre, 3:30 p.m., 715-483-3387, 888-887-6002.

• Arts & crafts fair, Main Street, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., 715-4910937.

Webster

• High tea at Webster-Grace United Methodist Church, 1 p.m., 715-866-4186.

• 12th-annual brats, BBQ & pie at Our Redeemer Lutheran Church, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

SUNDAY/18 Luck

• Tractor and truck pull. Registration 9 a.m. Start 11 a.m., 715-554-1255, 715-491-9146.

MONDAY/19 Luck

• Danish Brotherhood Society meeting at Oakwood Inn, 5 p.m.