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Luck football fans made the junket to Turtle Lake to see their team play in the level 1 playoffs against Clayton on Tuesday evening, Oct. 26, They braved the winds, rain and cold temps until the end, bundled and smiling. Football field lights went out due to high winds at two local playoff games. See Sports for stories and photos of first-round WIAA playoff action. - Photo by Greg Marsten

Advisory question on ballot in Burnett and Polk counties Voters will be asked if constitution should be changed to prevent raiding of transportation fund

by Gary King Leader editor NORTHWEST WISCONSIN - Should it be deemed unconstitutional for state legislators to use state transportation money for other purposes?

Voters will answer that question in an advisory referendum at the polls next Tuesday, Nov. 2.

Fifty-three of the state’s 72 counties including Burnett and Polk counties will include the question on their bal-

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One survey shows each American spends about $60 on Halloween each year for costumes, decorations and candy. What’s your budget for Halloween?

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The state transportation fund is made up of money from a gasoline tax and vehicle registration fees. It also receives federal transportation money.

Gov. Jim Doyle, since taking office in 2003, has taken $1.2 billion from the transportation fund to pay for schools

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St. Croix Falls Elementary students had an opportunity to play on a real football field when they took to the high school field last week to play under the lights. Madisen Jensen (orange jersey) and Jesse Kennedy (running) were among the players. - Photos submitted

Toxicology report shows high levels of meth

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A special election e-edition has been posted on the Leader’s Web site at www.the-leader.net, containing profiles of local candidates who are running for office, which appeared in last week’s print edition - plus forum coverage, more candidate information and state news stories regarding the Nov. 2 election.

The issue currently posted will be updated on Thursday, Oct. 28.

SIREN - A toxicology report shows that Michael Ritchey, the I 46-year-old rural Siren man who opened fire on passing vehicles, Sept. 26, had high levels of methamphetamine in his system on the day of the shooting.

Ritchey fired 14 shots at vehidles on Hwy. 70, a block east of Hwy. 35, striking a dozen vehicles, injuring at least two people.

Ritchey fled the scene with citizens in pursuit and was shot and killed just minutes later south of

Webster on Hwy. 35 in a gunfire exchange with Burnett County Sheriff’s Deputy Ryan Bybee.

Bybee was shot during the gunfire exchange but his injuries were deemed nonlife threatening.

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• Briefly • NORTHWEST WISCONSIN – In a prelude to Halloween, the wind howled and the lights went out Tuesday night, Oct. 26, as the first round of WIAA football playoff action brought with it some ghastly weather conditions with hurricanelike wind and sideways rain. The football field lights at Frederic and Grantsburg - and reportedly other fields across the state went out, creating a handful of delays at Frederic and forcing the teams at Grantsburg to abandon the field and head to Frederic’s football field for a late night wrap-up of their game.

Teams that relied heavily on a passing game all season were helpless. It may have been the first time fans have seen lights go out during a football game - and it’s been awhile since a Wisconsin high school playoff game was played in a neighboring state.

Power crews were out much of the night restoring power to homes and area residents awoke to blizzard conditions with the first measurable snowfall of the season. - submitted ••• ST. CROIX FALLS - This is the last week to see the “In a New Light: Connecting At-Risk Teens to the St. Croix National Scenic Riverway Through Nature Photography” exhibit at the St. Croix River Visitor Center in St. Croix Falls. The exhibit will close on Friday, Oct. 29. The exhibit consists of 26 spectacular photographs taken by at-risk teenage boys at Northwest Passage in Spooner. Beginning in March 2010, these boys embarked on a photographic journey of discovery, hope, and healing through the In a New Light project. When the project began, most of them had rarely held cameras. For a more indepth look into the In a New Light journey, visit inanewlightphotos.blogspot.com and inanewlight.org/. The St. Croix River Visitor Center is located at 401 North Hamilton St. in St. Croix Falls. It is open 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday.

Admission is free. - with submitted information ••• LUCK - Downtown businesses in Luck will be giving out candy between 11 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. this Saturday, Oct. 30.

A kids halloween parade will begin at 2 p.m. Other Halloween activities in the area include hayrides and flashlight corn mazes at Bergmann’s Pumpkin Patch in St. Croix Falls, a presentation of Wisconsin Hauntings by author Chad Lewis at the Milltown Public Library on Oct. 29 at 7 p.m., the Frederic Halloween Party and Dance this Saturday from 5 to 11:30 p.m. and an evening of spooky stories and poems by members of the Northern Lakes Theatre Guild this Saturday, Oct. 30, at 7:30 p.m. at the Northern Lakes Center for the Arts in Amery. Check coming events for more activities. - with submitted information ••• ST. CROIX FALLS - Bootlegging in the St. Croix Valley is the subject at the St. Croix Falls Historical Society on Thursday, Oct. 28, 7 p.m., at the SCF City Hall. Presentation by Ward Moberg, refreshments following. - submitted ••• ST. CROIX FALLS - St. Croix Regional Medical Center is sponsoring a haunted house at 202 State St. in St. Croix Falls on Friday, Oct. 29, from 3 - 8 p.m. and Saturday, Oct. 30, from 2 – 8 p.m. Scary treats will be served.

Freewill donation with suggested minimum of $3 per person or $10 per family.

Community members, family and friends welcome. - from SCRMC

Balsam Lake officer receives one-week suspension

by Mary Stirrat Leader staff writer BALSAM LAKE — Following an evidentiary hearing based on charges filed against her, the Balsam Lake Police Review Committee last night, placed police officer in charge Jennifer Hanson on a one-week disciplinary suspension.

Hanson, at the recommendation of the village public protection committee, has been on paid administrative leave since the charges were brought forth late last month.

The hearing, originally scheduled for Oct. 18, was postponed at Hanson’s request to give time to find an attorney. She was represented at the Oct. 26 hearing by attorney James Remington, Remington Law Offices of New Richmond.

Adam Jarchow of Bakke Norman Law Offices was retained as the village attorney.

The hearing was noticed as a public hearing, but after a discussion on state statutes at the

Part-time police officers Lindsey DuBois and John DuBois.- Photos

by Mary Stirrat beginning of the meeting, the police review committee moved it to a closed session. Remington, on behalf of Hanson, argued for the closed session while Jarchow sought to keep the hearing open.

Both attorneys cited state statutes to back up their request.

In attendance was Lindsey DuBois, part-time officer for the

Jennifer Hanson, on paid administrative leave from her position as Balsam Lake’s police officer in charge, was given a one-week disciplinary suspension by the village police review committee. She sits next to her attorney, James Remington. At left is Adam Jarchow of Bakke Norman Law Offices, who is representing Balsam Lake. village, whom committee member James Erickson identified as the complainant. Her husband, John Dubois, also a part-time officer for the village, was also in attendance.

When asked by Erickson, DuBois indicated she would pre-

fer to have the hearing be open to the public.

The hearing began at 5:30 p.m., and it was close to 11:30 p.m. before the police review committee rendered its decision.

Expanded health care services coming to Burnett County Ingalls practice to merge with SCRMC WEBSTER - In a move to expand health care services in Burnett County, the Ingalls Family Medicine Clinic in Webster will merge with the St. Croix Regional Medical Center. Transition toward the merger has begun and will be completed by Dec. 31.

Both groups view this move as an opportunity for the two organizations to work together in a more integrated fashion for the community’s benefit. “We believe this integration will provide excellent value to the patients and their families living in the surrounding area,” said Dave Dobosenski, CEO of the St. Croix center. Dr. John Ingalls agreed. “As a result of this merger we anticipate increased personnel, added office hours, and weekend urgent care hours,” he said.

Dr. Ingalls and his wife Tammy Ingalls, RN, have independently owned and operated their clinic since October 2001 but both agree that the time has come for a major change in the clinic’s operation. “We’re at an adolescent phase now,” said Dr. Ingalls. “The clinic needs to grow, but in order to do that we need help.”

In announcing the coming merger, both the clinic and the medical center cited two major factors as forces pushing the two medical service providers together. The first is a desire to provide, together, a greater

range of medical services in the county than either could provide alone.

According to Dr. Ingalls, there is a growing need for specialist care in central and eastern Burnett County, but to provide that care the clinic would have to add additional staff, but that addition would be cost prohibitive.

The merger with SCRMC will bring the center’s resources to the clinic to make such specialists’ services possible.

“What the SCRMC brings to this merger is great depth and experience in managing the ever-changing health care industry,” said Dr. Ingalls. “This merger will allow the SCRMC to better meet the needs of their patients living in the Burnett County area,” he continued.

The second impetus toward merger is the impact of federal government regulations on the way health care is practiced in this country. Dr. Ingalls noted that changes in government regulations are “squeezing the small family doctor out of business.”

“These regulations will require us to purchase another $15,000 in computer equipment and codes,” he said. The details in reporting to the government make more computing power necessary, and small operations can’t handle the cost.

According to the terms of the merger, the Ingalls clinic will continue to function much as it has to this point, but with greater staff and additional services. Dr. Ingalls will continue to manage the clinic, and will be

instrumental in its continuing development.

What will be most immediately noticeable to the clinic’s patients will be additional hours that the clinic will be open and the additional staff available to provide more services.

According to Dr. Ingalls, the clinic will bring in a podiatrist to treat the foot problems of diabetics, an additional nurse practitioner to offer more accessible primary health care to persons using the clinic, and another physical therapist to provide more therapy for patients.

Dr. Ingalls indicated that he sought extensive counsel as he and his wife evaluated the plans to merge. The St. Croix center had approached them with an offer to merge, and Dr. Ingalls indicated that the counsel he received was overwhelming in support of that move.

“We decided to merge with St. Croix because of the similarity in the style of their practice of medicine, similar philosophies,” said Dr. Ingalls. “We both offer patient-centered care; both are community-minded; both are independent; both make extensive use of electronic medical records,” he continued.

That use of electronic record keeping will be another factor in offering better service to patients. Dr. Ingalls pointed out that medical information entered into a patient’s record in the Webster clinic will be immediately available to any specialists dealing with the case, and any entries made at other St. Croix center sites will similarly

be available to primary caregivers and specialists at the Ingalls clinic.

As is always the case when change occurs, those affected by the change may experience some concerns. “Some of our patients prefer to use the services with the Burnett Medical Center in Grantsburg, and they are afraid that now they will have to go to St. Croix Falls instead,” Dr. Ingalls noted. “They can still go to Grantsburg,” he continued, “because we will refer our patients to any service they want, Grantsburg, Spooner, wherever.”

And of course there are always the rumors that attend change. “You wouldn’t believe some of those rumors,” Dr. Ingalls commented. “Some of them said that I was retiring, but I’m remaining with the clinic and the merger will enable me to continue to serve the people of the area.”

Another of the rumors said that Dr. Ingalls was “being investigated.” He just laughed at that one and shook his head.

“I’m not retiring,” he said, “and I’m certainly not under investigation.”

The most important element in all of this, according to Dr. Ingalls, is a concern for the future.

“We want to create a service that will reach beyond our time here,” he said. “We want to leave something that will continue to provide the best in health care for future generations.”

Referendum/from page 1 and to provide aid to local governments.

According to the Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel, legislators from both major political parties “grumbled about the transfers” but signed off on many of them.

“It is time to lock up these funds so that the segregated transportation fund is used for the purpose of which it is intended,” Waukesha County Executive Dan Vakras said in a statement to county board members when they took up the referendum proposal in June - and passed it. “We need to make sure that we are being transparent with taxpayers. When a taxpayer pays the gas tax or their vehicle registration fee, they should be

confident that their dollars are going to fund transportation projects.”

According to the state’s Legislative Fiscal Bureau, the state borrowed about $800 million to make up for the loss, but the transportation fund still faced a net drop of $434 million.

This past year, the Finding Forward Coalition and the Transportation Development Association asked counties to add the advisory referendum to their ballots. The Wisconsin Transportation Builders Association and the Wisconsin County Highways Association signed on in support of that effort.

According to their statement on the Internet, Finding Forward

believes amending the Wisconsin constitution to safeguard transportation user fees is “part of a return to fiscal responsibility,” instead of using transportation revenue to plug general fund deficits, the group says.

“The members of Finding Forward are committed to working with communities across Wisconsin to take the first step to raise awareness and give the public a voice,” the group states.

“Achieving a constitutional change is a longer, more complicated process, and Finding Forward is committed to being a strong and positive advocate every step of the way.”

Legislators will take the results of the advisory referendum and,

depending on the results, could bring the issue to a vote, but amending the state constitution can be a lengthy process. The issue may not come to a statewide binding referendum until 2013.

Steve Hiniker, executive director of the environmental group 1,000 Friends of Wisconsin, told the Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel the referendum was a “sideshow” that didn’t address the real problem.

“It’s not getting to the point that we are trying to build too many roads with too few dollars,” Hiniker said. - with information from the Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel

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Lively sheriff contests in three counties Common issues emerge during interviews

by Gregg Westigard Leader / Register staff writer WASHBURN, POLK, BURNETT COUNTIES – While the area clerk of court election contests have drawn little interest, the three area sheriff races have proven to be lively. All three incumbent sheriffs, Tim Moore in Polk, Dean Roland in Burnett and Terry Dryden in Washburn, drew opposition. Moore chose to retire after five years in office. Roland and Dryden each faced a primary within their own party and a general election challenge. Eleven candidates entered the contests for sheriff. There were four primary races in September.

The candidates on the Nov. 2 ballot are Terry Dryden (Republican) and Paul Johnson (Democrat) in Washburn County, Dean Roland (Republican) and Frank Taylor (Democrat) in Burnett, and Pete Johnson (Republican) and Ed Collins (Independent) in Polk.

Elections are the job evaluations of county officials. Once each four years the voters decide if six county officials have done a good job running their departments and deserve another four years in office. Two years ago, the voters rehired county clerks, treasurers, registers of deeds and district attorneys. This year the sheriffs, clerks of court, and, in Washburn County, the coroner get a public review of their performance.

While the general public may have a somewhat limited opportunity to get information on how well the officials are performing, the sheriffs have two groups watching them closely and sometimes stepping forward at election time to give their opinions. Those groups are the deputies in the sheriffs departments and the local police chiefs.

In Polk County, the deputies were the vocal group. Sergeant Tim O’Hare entered the race against Moore early in the season, citing issues within the department as a reason for running. O’Hare received the endorsement of a number of department deputies but lost in the September primary to Pete Johnson. Johnson, also a Polk deputy, entered the race after Moore decided not to run again.

The vocal group in Burnett and Washburn was the local police chiefs. Burnett County has five police chiefs. Four of the five decided to run for sheriff this year. In Burnett County, Jeff Schinzing, Grantsburg police chief, ran against Roland in the Republican primary. Michael Spafford, Webster police chief, and Frank Taylor, St. Croix Tribal police chief, faced each other in the Democratic primary. A fourth police chief, Paul Johnson, head of the Jackson/Scott/Webb Lake department, is running against Washburn Sheriff Dryden. Only Siren Police Chief Christopher Sybers sat out the 2010 election.

Common issues Some common issues emerged during interviews the Leader conducted with the

Kauther running as Independent in Congressional race

by Gary King Leader editor NORTHWEST WISCONSIN Gary Kauther is on the ballot as an Independent in Tuesday’s general election - seeking the seat being vacated by longtime 7th District Congressman Dave Obey.

His opponents - Democrat Julie Lassa and Republican Sean Duffy - were profiled in last week’s Leader.

Kauther, 50, is a retired small-business owner from Poplar, near Superior. He attended WITC and UW-Superior after graduating from Northwestern High School. He graduated from UWS with honors in 1981. He’s married with three children - two grown sons and a daughter in law school.

His experience includes jobs as a farmer, nightclub manager, bartender, state grain inspector, railroad welder and U.S. Air Force aircraft mechanic. In 1999 he established G & T Sanitation and sold it 10 years later to Waste Management.

“I decided to enter the race because I feel I’m the only candidate with the real world experience needed to handle the job,” Kauther stated. “I’m also the only military veteran in the race and only candidate that has actually signed both sides of a paycheck.”

The Fair Tax Kauther said he supports the Fair Tax legislation.

“The 54 co-sponsors, myself, 80 of America’s top academic and private-sector economists, as well as many informed voters all feel the Fair Tax can erase the national deficit without raising taxes,” he said. “That’s because, for the first time, everyone but the truly poor will be paying taxes. It’s like insurance, the premiums go down when the group gets bigger. You must remember, the Fair Tax replaces the entire U.S. tax code. That’s over 35 other taxes people won’t be paying. Over 36 - 60 months the revenue generated from a true national sales tax on all new goods and services will balance the budget and erase the national debt if we can keep spending in line with growth.”

Obama’s health care plan “Nobody read the ObamaCare legislation,” Kauther said. “I’d break it into sections, have my staff work overtime, write me an overview, and go forward from there.”

Kauther said he could support repeal of ObamaCare.

“I’d like to see a 36-month investigation by 2,000 qualifed people in each state concerning fraud, waste, duplication of services, double and triple billing, collusion between insurers and health-care providers, scam artists, Internet rip-offs etc.,” Kauther noted. “If we take several trillion dollars of those costs out of the system we may find affordable premiums for most people would result. ObamaCare was insurance reform, not health care reform.”

Business climate Kauther said if the U.S. enacted the Fair Tax, 100 of the largest Fortune 500 companies said they’d relocate their factories, $11.2 trillion of offshore profits, plus millions of jobs back to America.

“That’s because the current tax code says they can keep all profits from offshore operations and not pay taxes on that money, unless it’s returned to the U.S.,” he said. “Think Coca-Cola - its international businesses far outweigh domestic operations. When Coca-Cola needs money for expansion it goes to Wall Street or international bond markets to finance growth or debt. Why? Interest on the bonds is 4.5 percent. Corporate and capital gains taxes are 39 percent. It really doesn’t take a rocket scientist to tell you that taxing income versus spending is a dumb idea in this day and age. That’s true of individuals and corporations. We’d all be better off if America’s largest companies did business and hired people in the United States again.”

Although it’s more of a state than federal issue, Kauther said he would support consolidation and efficiency in public schools.

“I also believe we should make much greater use of the world’s largest library the Internet,” Kauther noted. “E-books should replace costly and old-fashioned textbooks. We need to get away from the idea that fancy campuses educate children. As for funding, I think schools should be allowed large latitude to fund themselves. As a federal officeholder I can only do so much but I would certainly encourage wide latitude for local school districts to innovate without federal penalties.”

candidates, issues that go beyond county lines and beyond the elections. Finances and budgets in a tight economy are an issue in each county, but other topics came up in each county and each discussion.

Working with local departments: The relationship of the sheriff with local police departments has many angles. Local departments work with the county department offering mutual aid. Some candidates think this should be expanded, with all local officers deputized by the county. They say this would offer more resources to the public and build better teamwork. A counterargument is that the local officers might not meet the same standards as the county deputies. A claim of better teamwork is offset by a claim that the sheriff is making a power grab. Some village board members say they pay the wages of their departments and their officers should stay in the village. This issue will see more discussion after the election.

There was general agreement that there should be more sharing of resources.

Some local officers have areas of expertise that can be used by other department. All said there can be more training in common to lower the cost of officer education and build a better-trained force countywide. And there was talk of more communication between the sheriff and the local police chiefs, but no agreement on whether that should include the sheriff taking part in the regular chiefs meetings.

Working across county lines: There were many ideas on how the local sheriff’s departments can work more closely together to increase the level of service to the public and to lower costs. Ideas mentioned include joint purchasing and joint training. On a larger level, there may be options to combine communications and dispatch services to serve a larger area while lowering staffing and capital costs.

More cooperation might be possible on use of jail space and prisoner transport.

From the conversations, it seems likely that some of the candidates, if they are elected or re-elected, will be staring more discussions across county lines.

Mental health issue: Many persons are in local jails because they have mental health issues. This issue was first mentioned as a side comment but turned out to be a major concern in each county. Persons with mental health problems break a law and are arrested. In jail they receive some of the care and medications they need to be stable. When released, they go off their meds and end up back in jail. This is an issue that is now getting some recognition (Sheriff Dryden is a member of a mental health study set up by the state court system) but needs more discussion.

One candidate said, “We have become a mental health and medical facility.”

The Leader will follow up on many of these issues of common concern after the election.

Who are Karen Nord, Trudy Schmidt, Lois Hoff and Karen Baker?

Other local contests on the Nov. 2 ballot

by Gregg Westigard Leader staff writer NORTHWEST WISCONSIN – It’s time for area voters to decide if some department heads are doing a good job running their offices. While most county department heads report to and are evaluated by governing committees and administrators, elected officials report to the voters every four years. The voters (you) decide if these people are meeting expectations and should keep their jobs.

This year the voters are reviewing the past performance of clerks of court and in Washburn County, the coroner. (Sheriffs are also on the ballot, but that office has received some publicity.) Up for re-election are three clerks of court, Karen Nord (Democrat) in Washburn County, Trudy Schmidt (Democrat) in Burnett County and Lois Hoff (Republican) in Polk County. Karen Baker (Republican) is running for re-election as Washburn County coroner [Burnett and Polk have replaced the position with an appointed medical

examiner]. All four are running unopposed.

Clerks of court run the offices that support the district courts. Each manages a large budget and staff ($900,000 a year and 13 employees in Polk, for instance). Each is running for a four-year term. Each earns a salary of about $50,000 per year plus benefits. Their salaries are set for the next four years and can not be changed during their terms of office.

The coroner investigates unusually deaths and signs cremation permits.

All four want to continue doing their jobs.

Salaries of the four offices (set by the county boards for the four-year term) 2011 2012 2013 2014

Clerks of Court

Burnett 49,742 50,737 Polk 52,738 53,529 Washburn 50,306 50,306 8,457

51,498

52,271

54,332

55,147

51,312

51,312

8,627

8,627

Washburn Coroner 8,457

WPT to present final Wisconsin gubernatorial debate STATEWIDE - Wisconsin Public Television will present the final televised debate with the two major candidates for the state’s governor’s office. The We the People: 2010 Gubernatorial Debate will feature Democrat Tom Barrett and Republican Scott Walker. It will air at 7 p.m. Friday, Oct. 29, and will be co-anchored by WPT’s Frederica Freyberg and Eric Franke from WISC-TV. Wisconsin Public Radio’s statewide Ideas Network and MPTV in Milwaukee will also air the debate live. The debate will be streamed live at WisconsinVote.org.

Freyberg will be joined by a panel of Wisconsin citizens in the Madison studio and in remote studios in La Crosse and Wausau to question the two candidates about the important issues in the race, which will be settled in an election on Nov. 2.

Barrett is currently the mayor of Milwaukee and previously served in the Wisconsin state Legislature and United States Congress.

Walker is currently the Milwaukee County executive and previously served in the Wisconsin state Legislature.

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28th Assembly candidates spar in rare debate Hraychuck, Severson disagree on budget numbers, approaches

by Greg Marsten Leader staff writer BALSAM LAKE – There has been a distinct lack of face-to-face debates between the two candidates for the 28th District Assembly seat race between incumbent Democrat Ann Hraychuck of Balsam Lake and Republican challenger Dr. Eric Severson of Osceola.

The Polk County Towns Association sponsored a debate/forum on Monday, Oct. 25, at the Polk County Government Center. While the event was well-attended, it also focused on several issues specific to rural areas, towns and local government, where the two seemed to agree on many issues, but disagreed dramatically on several statewide issues, as well as how they see the existing budgets, jobs outlooks and even the issue of job responsibilities and duties.

Both candidates gave their qualifications and past experience, with Severson talking about his extensive background in medicine and health care, but said he was “a lot like everyone, I see my taxes going up, and see a deficit,” he said. “So I asked, ‘where is this money going?’”

Severson noted several times his concerns over state budget issues, stating that he was concerned over state budgets, which he said had increased from $60 billion to $66 billion under Hraychuck’s watch, including a $1.5 billion increase in property taxes.

“We need to create an atmosphere that encourages business here,” he said.

Hraychuck outlined her law enforcement background in the region, how she moved her way up through the ranks, and ultimately was elected sheriff of Polk County for two terms, where she noted her approach to tackling the methamphetamine issues of the time.

“Within two years, we had taken down 27 meth labs,” she said.

Hraychuck also noted what she said were deep cuts in the state budget since she’s been in office, including furloughs of state workers, across-the-board cuts of 6 percent, closing corporate loopholes in taxation, and how she had worked to offset issues like the Polaris plant closure in Osceola, with worker training and the socalled Vision 600 Task Force to address future business expansion in the Osceola area to offset the job losses.

“I personally gave back 16 days of pay,” she added, citing several ways she has disagreed with her party in the past term, including with the governor’s move to appoint the Department of Natural Resources chief.

The two candidates spent a lot of time on the budget, and whether it had truly increased or decreased under 20 months of Democratic control, with Severson stating he had his numbers from the state Legislative Fiscal Bureau.

The two candidates for the 28th Assembly District seat squared off in a rare debate Monday at the quarterly Polk County Towns Association meeting. Incumbent Democrat Ann Hraychuck (left) and Republican candidate Dr. Eric Severson addressed issues ranging from budget priorities to job creation to state aids for municipalities and towns. They’ve had only a handful of face-to-face debates this season, and the meeting at the Polk County Government Center was well-attended. - Photo by Greg Marsten Hraychuck countered that she had discussion with a top Legislative Fiscal Bureau officials, confirming the cuts they had passed.

“He said you absolutely did (cut spending),” she said. “This is a good place to do business,” Severson was not convinced and said it was an example of the problems within government, citing Polaris’ departure, Harley-Davidson and Mercury Marine threats of leaving the state and other areas where taxes forced business closures.

“We do these funny numbers,” he said.

“Which is exactly what irritates me.”

Hraychuck did not agree, and cited statistics showing the state’s business climate had improved in recent years, with the state tax ranking dropping “to its lowest point since 1961, and countered that “Polaris left for Mexico for cheap labor, not because of the tax climate ... they gave no warning at all, none whatsoever.”

The duo also disagreed on what had and had not been done to address budget concerns, as Severson concentrated on the budget increases he noted earlier, which Hraychuck explained partially as deceiving, that they were essentially federal government funds for so-called pass-through payments for various aids, construction and federal funding for various programs.

“You’re saying exactly what the problem is!” Severson countered.

“I don’t expect Dr. Severson to understand the budget, because he hasn’t been there,” Hraychuck said, noting audits, and various savings she has supported to reduce insurance costs to schools and municipalities, as well as “horrible inefficiencies in the Medicaid system ... we’ve made great strides.“ Severson disagreed with Hraychuck on the cuts, but agreed that “We do need to run more efficiently.”

The duo did agree that towns and other municipalities are not where the state

should balance their budgets, either through raiding transportation funding or delayed payments on state aids, with Severson saying he would support an effort to make it illegal.

“It’s been proven that legislators can’t keep their hands out of that (pot of transportation aid money),” Severson said.

The two disagreed dramatically on what counts as support of a bill or proposal, with Severson citing Hraychuck’s record, with her counter that it was political game playing, and gamesmanship within Madison that she had no control over to weigh polling motions with actual support or floor votes.

“I say if it’s a good bill, you should support it,” he said.

Both agreed on maintaining fair transportation aids, and Hraychuck noted her work with local legislators to establish a rural caucus to counter urban legislative efforts to partially balance the budget on towns and decreased road maintenance, with Severson concurring.

“If not (fully funded) some roads would have been reverted to gravel around here,” Hraychuck said.

“I agree, one area that is vital is our roads,” Severson said.

The two also agreed that prevailing wage laws have the potential to seriously harm small units of local government, and Hraychuck noted her lack of support for the change, but said she sometimes had to vote for things in the budget that were part of a compromise.

“It sounds like you’re just saying that,” Severson said.

“This is certainly silly season!” Hraychuck said, citing a press release Severson quoted about whether Hraychuck had in fact been kicked off an Assembly committee that dealt with expanding renewable energy costs, which Hraychuck said was “not ready for prime time.”

Severson said her story had changed

about her being kicked off, while Hraychuck said it was the Republicans that issued a release that Democrats had kicked her off the committee.

“I can tell you what happened, because I was there!” she said.

Both candidates agreed to support business-owner rights on smoking laws, as well as on the so-called raw milk issue, allowing people to purchase unpasteurized milk, in spite of health concerns.

They also both said they supported carry/conceal weapons efforts, with Hraychuck saying she split with her party on the issue, and worked to get the youth mentoring hunting bill, and authored a bill to allow retired law enforcement officials to carry a concealed weapon.

There was also a contentious moment when an audience question noted Severson’s print ads showing him carrying a hunting rifle, but that he had never held a hunting license. Severson admitted as much, but noted you don’t need a hunting license to shoot a weapon.

“The ad was also a way to show my support for hunting,” he said.

The two also disagreed on the need for outside advertisement and campaign funds, with both candidates accusing the other of taking money from outside the state to support their campaigns.

“Special-interest groups in Washington, D.C, want to get control back,” she said.

“We need to get tax fairness!”

Severson thought that was ridiculous, and said Hraychuck had taken “Milwaukee money,” but later admitted to making some commercials paid for by various outside groups.

“You’ve got to get your name out there,” he said with a shrug. “Special-interest groups run their own campaigns.”

Severson also noted Hraychucks’ extensive use of per diem reimbursements, on top of her salary, and accused her of “listening to special-interest groups” with all her extra days in Madison. “(Dr. Severson) is sadly misinformed on what this job entails,” she countered, which elicited chortles from some Severson supporters, as the two debated whether the legislative pay and reimbursements were appropriate, and whether the job was truly part time to allow Severson to continue his medical practice on weekends.

“This is a job people should do for the needs of the community,” he countered. “I don’t need this job.”

Hraychuck stated much the same thing, but added that the Assembly position was “not a job to be taken lightly...it’s not a hobby.”

The two have only had two face-to-face debates, with another on radio, and it was obvious they disagreed vehemently on several issues, but did agree on many of the issues facing town government and rural areas.

The debate is likely the last time the two will appear at the same debate venue prior to the Nov. 2 general election.

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Polk County OWI arrests made POLK COUNTY - Robert Biedler, 24, Luck, was arrested and faces charges of OWI, second offense, and operating with prohibited alcohol content after being stopped for erratic driving on 150th Street on Oct. 10. According to the report, the officer told him he had stopped him because he had been “all over the road,” to which

Biedler replied, “I’m way over the limit.”

His PBT registered at .263, and a later intoximeter read .20.

Robin Lundberg, 53, Isle, Minn., was arrested and charged with OWI, first offense, after being stopped on Oct. 9. Police had seen him leaving the chain-saw carving business on Hwy. 8 after dark and

after hours, at about 8:30 p.m., in a pickup truck. Police followed him for a short distance, saw his registration lamps weren’t lit and stopped him, and saw signs of intoxication. Lundberg failed field sobriety tests and he was arrested. His PBT read .158. Lundberg works at the chain-saw carving business.

Vanessa Luke, 23, Grantsburg, was arrested and charged with OWI, first offense, on Oct. 9 after crashing her car in a rollover accident on CTH Z south of the county line. The responding officer administered field sobriety tests. Her PBT registered .17. — with information from the Polk County Sheriff’s Dept.

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Grantsburg board keeps levy at zero increase

by Priscilla Bauer Leader staff writer GRANTSBURG – Citing the current state of the economy and high unemployment figures, the Grantsburg School Board voted unanmously (7-0) to keep the tax levy (tax dollar needed) flat, with no increase over last year.

The board made their decision at their regular board meeting held immediately after the Monday, Oct. 25, district annual meeting.

While citizens attending the annual meeting voted to pass the budget presented at the full revenue cap limit, the actual levy is set at the board’s regular meeting.

The board decided to “under levy” the revenue cap limit by $54,340, which means the percent difference from the last year’s tax levy will be zero.

“We will be adjusting the budget accordingly,” said Grantsburg Superintendent Joni Burgin after the board’s vote.

The district’s tax levy last year was $4,096,370, and the tax levy this year will be $4,096,370.

The proposed levy approved at the annual meeting set the district tax levy at $4,150,659, which was a 1.3-percent increase over last year’s. This would have set the mile rate at 9.67, a 0.34 increase from the 2009-2010 budget, and would have resulted in a tax increase per $100,000 in property of $34.28.

The district’s total 2010-2011 Fund 10 Grantsburg School Board President David Ahlquist welcomed those attending the district annual meeting on Monday, Oct. 25.

Grantsburg School Superintendent Joni Burgin gave an overview of the budget process during the district’s Oct. 25 annual meeting.

revenue budget will be $13,003,698 with the total expenditure budget at $13,380,312. The expenditures exceed revenue due to the board’s placement of $376,613.79 in the designated fund balance at the end of the fiscal year in June of 2010.

“The district has consistently come in under budget,” said Burgin in her opening remarks to the annual meeting attendees. “So how did we do with the 2009-2010 budget? Well, we came in under budget.”

“Preparing the budget is a 10-month process.” Burgin explained. “We’ve just finished this one and will soon be starting work on the next one.”

But before Burgin went on to give an overview of the budget process, she spoke to the challenges ahead in meeting district needs.

“The biggest news for us,” said Burgin, “is enrollment. The district is at a 20-year low. We are down 34 full-time enrollment students from last year. Declining enrollment is a statewide trend and is expected to continue. If it does it will create quite a challenge for us, keeping programs at the same levels.”

“Enrollment is important because it impacts the district’s finances,” continued Burgin. “Having fewer students reduces the district’s available revenues and state aid under state law.”

“We can stretch a dollar pretty well, but

Citizens of the Grantsburg School District attended the district annual meeting held in the high school auditorium on Oct. 25. – Photos by Priscilla Bauer

when we start looking at those enrollment numbers it gets kind of scary,” commented Burgin.

Burgin did cite several positive financial changes the district has made which will also help its future fiscal outlook.

“The district took advantage of lower interest rates to refinance the Series 1999A bonds (issued for the middle school building) and saved the taxpayers money. We were able to reduce the four remaining years of the bond issue significantly. This means a reduction in our district’s debt service levy (taxes) over the remaining life of the bond issue (four years); approximately $38,000 per year off the debt service levy.”

“The fact that a significant part of the district facility debt will be done in four years directly affects the tax levy. Much of this debt will be paid off in four years thereby greatly lowering the tax levy,” explained Burgin.

Burgin said changing health insurance from the WPS Health Insurance of Wisconsin Full-Indemnity Plan to a Preferred Provider Organization plan was another cost-saving measure and resulted in a 4percent reduction in health-care costs.

Negotiated changes to the retirement provisions in the Master Teacher Contract and changes in health insurance have resulted in a reduction to the district’s OPEB retirement liability and Annual Required Contribution.

Burgin reported the Fund 10 Revenue Budget is down from 2009-10 by -2.02 per-

cent stating that while expenditure budget is not down from 2009-10, the reduction in the Fund 10 Revenue Budget was achieved using fund balance (leftover funds from last school year) to take care of facility needs.

Burgin noted, though enrollment at the virtual school is also down, Insight School of Wisconsin continues to be a great asset to the district, providing additional revenue and learning options for students.

Other added revenue the district received this year came from state and federal stimulus funds Burgin said, including American Recovery and Investment Act funds which allowed the district to add needed staff. Burgin was quick to warn, however, that when this funding runs out the district will face a “funding cliff.”

In her closing remarks Burgin reflected on the community’s effort to make Grantsburg Schools the quality educational campus it is. “When we think of all the people in the community who have worked so hard to build a facility like this campus, this is a pretty special place.”

In the regular board meeting business: The board voted to approve the Resolution Authorizing Temporary Borrowing in the amount not to exceed $1,600,000 pursuant to Wisconsin Statutes.

The board approved Faith McNally as a part-time Grantsburg High School instructional assistant.

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Luck School refinance to save $23,000 Unexpected state aid means lower tax levy

by Mary Stirrat Leader staff writer LUCK — A refinance of the three years remaining on the 2004 borrowing should save the Luck School District about $23,000 in interest.

There remains a debt service of about $1.2 million, including interest, on the $2.5 million borrowed in 2004. The 2011 amount due of $265,000 will not be included in the refinance, leaving $875,000 to be refinanced.

After hearing presentations from two financial firms, the school board on Monday night, Oct. 25, voted to engage the services of Robert W. Baird & Co. The board will draw up a parameters resolution indicating its expectations of the refinance, which include the savings of $23,000 and the priority of working with the local banks if at all possible.

The $23,000 savings over the three years remaining on the note, said district Administrator Rick Palmer, will lower the debt service tax levy but will not provide any additional operating funds.

Tax levy With final numbers in regarding state aid, enrollment and property values, the school made adjustments to the budget that was approved at the Sept. 27 annual

meeting.

These adjustments work in favor of district taxpayers, lowering the tax levy by $32,603 for a final levy of $3,013,230. The lower levy also decreased the taxing mill rate from $8.94 per $1,000 in equalized value to $8.93 per $1,000. Last year’s mill rate was at $9.5 per $1,000.

Several areas of unexpected revenue allowed for the levy decrease and other adjustments to the budget. The state is providing $33,071 more than expected in state aid, and open enrollment into the school added another $36,862. In addition to lowering the levy, the board voted to use the additional revenue to purchase a piano and do some building repairs and maintenance.

Another adjustment made by the board was to use $38,000 of stimulus funding to recall Karl Wicklund as a part-time high school English teacher and to hire a parttime special education teacher. The district is receiving $158,000 in jobs stimulus funding, and the board had initially decided to hold all of it for next year.

Sports co-op Two junior high sports at Luck will be combined with Frederic starting next spring, with plans to combine three varsity sports in 2012.

The board approved co-oping with Frederic for junior high softball and baseball, starting with the 2011 season.

Preliminary approval was also given to

Luck High School Principal and Athletic Director Mark Gobler discusses combining sports teams with Frederic. – Photo by Mary Stirrat combine varsity softball, baseball and track in 2012. Details are yet to be worked out for the varsity teams, including which school will host the sporting events.

This year for track, said Palmer, the school will apply for a scrimmage waiver for track, allowing the two teams to practice together but have separate teams and meet schedules.

Teacher contract Following a closed session discussion, the board will be asking the Wisconsin Employment Relations Commission to declare an impasse in contract negotiations

between the school and teachers union.

The board is asking that the district be allowed to skip mediation and go directly to arbitration.

Earlier this year, the district council of the teachers union, representing at least 18 school districts in Northwest Wisconsin, denied the contract that had been approved by both the Luck School Board and the Luck teachers.

The union, said Palmer, is asking for additional salary increases and that six furlough days included in the contract be reinstated as workdays.

Palmer said that the board feels it has a good agreement with the teachers, made in good faith, and wants to stand by that agreement.

Other business • The district changed phone plans for the buses, saving $80 per month. Cost to wire in the new system will be $500, and outgoing calls will be 6 cents per minute.

• Palmer reported that the district’s commitment to postretirement benefits is at $3.13 million, with an annual liability of $208,817. Of this, he said, 96 percent is health insurance for certified staff, including teachers and administration.

• The board approved hiring Chuck Holicky and Bill Rovney as junior high boys basketball coaches, and retroactively hiring Brent Olson as junior high football coach.

Board approves levy for 2010-2011 school year Mill rate up, levy down

by Tammi Milberg Leader staff writer ST. CROIX FALLS – The school board for St. Croix Falls approved the budget and levy for the 2010-2011 school year at the Tuesday, Oct. 26, meeting. The board and district voters approved an estimated budget and levy at the annual meeting in September, but at that time the state aid and third Friday enrollment numbers were unknown. Now, the numbers are in and the board heard good news that the district received an additional $559,000 in state aid this year due to a decrease in equalized value districtwide. The districts equalized value went down $54,386,386, which is about a 7.2-percent decrease. This is reported to be a larger than average decrease compared to other districts, but it did benefit the district when it came to

state aid.

The enrollment numbers for this year’s third Friday count were 1,120. Last year’s count was 1,137 students. The reduction in students can be attributed to the graduating class of 2010, which was a large class size. The numbers two years ago for student count were 1,114. Superintendent Glenn Martin indicated that the state takes a three-year enrollment average, and although the numbers were down this year, due to the higher number last year, the average is up. Martin also stated that the levy for the district taxpayers is down this year from $7,548,753 for last year to $7,433,837 this year. Martin said most of that has to do with the increase in state aid. The mill rate is up slightly however, approximately 60 cents. Last year’s mill rate was 9.799 per $1,000 of assessed value. This year’s mill rate is 10.403. Martin stated that even though the mill rate is up, the taxes for district payers should on

average go down due to the decrease in equalized and assessed value of homes.

The board approved the budget for 2010-2011 with a roll call vote. The budget fund 10 account is approved at $12,544,336. Last year’s fund 10 budget was $12,224,612.

The board also approved the levy at $7,433,837 and the mill rate of 10.403 with a roll call vote.

In other business, the board heard from the principals for the buildings. Jeff Benoy, elementary principal, stated that this week is Red Ribbon Week, which promotes being drug free. Students heard a presentation and kickoff Monday by high school students who expressed reasons to be drug free to the elementary student body. The students have a variety of activities going on throughout the week including dress-up days, and a presentation Thursday sponsored by McDonald’s about making the right choice when it

comes to bullying. Parent-teacher conferences at the elementary are Monday, Nov. 8, and Thursday, Nov. 11.

Middle School Principal Kathy Willow said that the parent-teacher conferences in the middle school are Thursday and Monday, Nov. 11 and 15. She reminded the board that the Veterans Day program is Thursday, Nov. 11, at 9 a.m. in the high school gym and will be held for students 4-12 and is open to the public.

The meeting was held by laptop lighting after a power outage struck the area at around 7:50 p.m. Board members tried to maintain the meeting by laptop light as each laptop battery began to dwindle in power. Due to the high winds, power was out in the city including the school property, all of Hwy. 8 commercial businesses out to Hwy. 35 North including Wayne’s Polk Plaza, and both the Menards and Wal-Mart stoplights were blacked out.

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Wasteful project

What’s not to like?

The newly elected legislative body in their opening session will have an opportunity to prove their commitment for fiscal discipline by stopping the wasteful construction of a 72-bed veterans longterm care facility.

This project will be hidden and will be pushed through without much discussion unless we as citizens get concerned right now. This project is the wasteful spending of $7 million taxpayer dollars. You will think it does not affect you yet the counties of Burnett, Polk, Washburn and nine more counties were used in the proposal of this project.

The building of this facility is being pushed through the system by Secretary of Wisconsin Veteran Affairs Kenneth Black using a study that was completed to support the building of this facility that states veterans to fill this facility will come from the counties surrounding Chippewa Falls and includes our area. The study does not say they looked at the need in those particular counties but instead used numbers from other parts of Wisconsin.

This project will immediately take $7 million out of our pockets to get another $12 million of federal money, again money out of our pockets, to build a longterm care facility in an area where on any given day there are 150 empty long-term care beds in existing facilities.

This money is only the beginning because it will cost taxpayers $350 a day for every veteran or family member that lives in the facility, which is double the cost of government-funded care in other long-term care facilities. The 90 new state employees will be paid more than any other health-care worker in long-term care in the area and the taxpayers will pay not only their inflated salaries but an unequal share of their health-care costs while most of us will see no increase in our wages and will have an increase in our health-care insurance cost.

It may shock you to know that the decision to build this facility was not something you even knew was happening.

This lack of government transparency is just one more example that government entities believe they do not need our permission.

This letter is not meant to minimize the great debt we as citizens owe veterans for their service. Long-term care facilities throughout our area already serve our veterans with respect and gratitude. Even veterans will agree that they did not put their life on the line to support a country that is not fiscally responsible.

No matter who wins the elections in this area please educate yourself on this wasteful, irresponsible use of our tax dollar. Call or write your elected official or the present candidate asking for an explanation of this waste. You will need to do this immediately – the window is narrow and Black will use this time to proceed under the radar. We as citizens have time to stop this spending. Act now.

You don’t like health reform?

On Sept. 23, the first provisions of health reform took effect. Which ones do you not like?

1. Insurance companies can no longer put lifetime limits on what they will pay for your family’s health care.

2. Insurance companies can no longer cancel your policy when you get ill and file claims.

3. Your children can stay on your insurance plan up to age 26.

4. If you’re on Medicare and have drug coverage, you may have already received a check for $250 to help fill the “donut hole” in coverage.

5. If you’re on Medicare you now have coverage for an annual wellness visit and have no co-pays for preventive services.

6. Children with pre-existing health conditions cannot be refused insurance.

7. Breast-feeding mothers must be provided work time and privacy to feed their babies.

8. You no longer have to ask your insurance company’s permission to go to an emergency room, even when traveling.

9. Small businesses will get help in buying insurance for employees.

More provisions will be phased in through 2014. All are intended to control insurance company greed, to make sure everyone has access to health care, and to provide incentives to us all to get more value out of our health-care dollars.

What’s not to like about that?

Don’t believe the lies and cynical distortions of politicians during this election season. Check out the facts. And vote your conscience.

Joey Pettis Hertel

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Norman Jensen, MD Siren and Madison

It’s all Obama’s Geez Ms. Gonzales.

Maybe you didn’t notice but the meltdown under the Bush administration really got rolling when the Democrats took control of both houses of Congress in 2006.

Spending bills originate in the House and go to the Senate, go to a conference committee and then to the president. The president may ask for money but he gets nothing without the approval of Congress, which has been in the hands of the Democrats since 2006, or hadn’t you heard?

Maybe you were sleeping when the Democrats told us that passing the stimulus would limit unemployment to 8 percent and no higher, which it did not. Perhaps you haven’t heard that Fannie and Freddie think they might be needing another $300 billion—give or take— of your dollars to prevent them from failing. Perhaps you haven’t heard—but insurance costs are increasing under Obamacare, not free as the messiah suggested when he was campaigning. But now he tells us everyone knew it was going to cost more.

Perhaps you have forgotten that the first two years of the Clinton ordeal saw a retroactive tax increase, and Hillarycare

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• Letters to the editor • Editor’s note: In keeping with our longstanding policy, candidates are offered an opportunity in our final issue prior to the election to clarify or respond to statements that have been published in previous issues of the Leader and/or the Leader’s Web site.

Sheriff offers rest of the story “Do your homework in voting for the sheriff” This letter to the editor is a rebuttal to the letter written by Amye Mangen in last week’s edition. In the words of Paul Harvey, “and now, the rest of the story.”

Amye Mangen is the wife of a current sheriff’s department employee who received disciplinary action, agreed upon by his union, for jeopardizing both the safety of officers and the public. Additional sanctions against this employee are in effect for an additional nine months, thus the tone of her letter. It was suggested to me that discipline in this matter be withheld until after the election to avoid the potential of political backlash. I chose to exercise leadership, not avoid it, putting officer and public safety before politics. “But wait there’s more.”

In any organization there will be individuals who do not like the boss, but I can assure the readers that more of the sheriff’s department staff want me to return as sheriff than want my opponent elected.

For months I have sat by while my opponents and a few disgruntled employees have stated “The sheriff fails to communicate.” The fact is that I have communicated, but there are some that do not want to listen. This “lack of communication” seems to be politically motivated, stemming from the issue of mutual aid. After consulting with Burnett County’s attorney, I communicated how we all could continue to work together when needed and be in compliance with the law. Three of the village police chiefs did not want to hear what the law states in regard to jurisdiction; thus jeopardizing their cases and causing a potential liability. In an attempt to circumvent this, my opponent met with Grantsburg, Siren and Webb Lake police departments to enter into mutual aid agreements. It should be noted that the law clearly states that tribal law enforcement agencies can only enter into agreements with jurisdictions, for the purpose

Candidates respond, clarify issues of mutual aid, with agencies that they border. The last time I looked there are no tribal lands that directly border these jurisdictions.

I am not a politician, I am a cop. My record or history speaks for itself. Mrs. Mangen claims I have used mutual aid for political gain. I assure you I would never put politics before public safety or the safety of any law enforcement officer I do agree with Amye Mangen that the history of each candidate needs to be thoroughly examined. My record of service is open for all to review.

Who will be the next sheriff? That question will be answered by you, the voter on Nov. 2. Whatever is decided, your choice will be in place for the next four years. It has been an honor to serve Burnett County as sheriff for the past eight years and I trust that the wise voter will consider all aspects of the job and the history of the candidates when making their choice for sheriff.

Dean Roland Siren

28th Assembly District: Rep. Ann Hraychuck I want to thank the editors for giving me this chance to reply to some of the things that have been said about me and about my record as your state representative.

Many of you have heard the old saying “Everyone is entitled to his own opinion, but not his own facts.” I respect people’s right to disagree with me and with my choices, but that does not give them the right to make things up. Here are the real “facts.”

Reducing spending: In the budget my colleagues and I passed this session, state agency budgets were cut by 6 percent. For the first time in Wisconsin history, state GPR spending was cut, cut by 2.6 percent.

Compare that with the fact that state tax generated spending rose by 18 percent during the previous six years when the Republicans controlled the Assembly. In the Assembly we took the fiscally responsible route and made the deepest cuts in government spending in the entire Midwest.

Polaris Corporation: The decision to close their Osceola plant had absolutely nothing to do with state taxes. In fact, the U.S. Department of Labor just announced that Polaris employees are eligible for ben-

efits under the Trade Act Petition Program, which can only happen when employees lose their jobs due to foreign competition or the company leaves the country. CEO Scott Wine has said repeatedly that the decision to move operations to Mexico was made to be closer to high-demand markets in the southern United States and other potential global markets.

I am bipartisan and always will be. I’m not afraid to disagree with and vote against my party. I stood my ground and voted against Gov. Doyle when he changed his mind and said he wanted to retain that authority to appoint the head of the DNR. I voted against the smoking ban and was kicked off a committee by my own party when I expressed concerns about the Clean Energy Jobs Act that could have increased your monthly electric bills.

When my opponent was asked at Monday [Oct. 25] evening’s forum why he dressed up like a hunter holding a gun for a campaign flyer when he has never purchased a Wisconsin hunting license, his response was “I did that to show my support for hunting.” I have hunted, fished and trapped in Wisconsin most of my life. My lifestyle and voting record are proof of this fact.

The people’s agency. I fought to have the Department of Natural Resources Secretary appointed by the board, not the governor. I voted to override the governor’s veto. Why was the veto not overridden? Republicans in the Assembly played politics and voted with Jim Doyle. This is our agency. I will fight to make sure it is appointed by the board, not politicians.

I’ll finish this off with an opinion, an opinion I hope that many of you share.

You can predict the future by looking at the past. As your sheriff and your state representative, I have devoted myself to public service, listening to and helping the people of northwestern Wisconsin. If I am re-elected, I will continue to work full time, fighting for you and your neighbors.

Please think carefully about who will do the best job as your representative and please vote on Nov. 2.

Respectfully submitted, Ann Hraychuck State Representative 28th Assembly District Balsam Lake

28th Assembly District: Erik Severson Next week, the voters of the 28th Assembly District have a clear choice for who is going to represent them in Madison. I decided to run for office because I, like so many others, cannot stand the direction our elected officials were taking this state.

Increased spending, taxes and regulations are crippling our state and driving employers out. Names synonymous with Wisconsin, such as Harley-Davidson, Mercury Marine and Polaris, are either leaving or threatening to leave our state for greener pastures. I am not the kind of person that waits for someone else to act, and that is why I have rolled up my sleeves and jumped head first into this race.

There has been a lot of confusing talk over the last couple of months about exactly what happened in Madison during the last budget. But the numbers are clear.

In the last budget, the state spent a total of $60 billion. In the current budget, the state spent a total of $66 billion. That is $6 billion in increased spending during one of the worst recessions our state has ever seen. The budget also included $5 billion in tax increases.

These taxes included a phone tax, a hospital tax, a nursing home tax, a job-creator tax and a property tax increase that is costing home owners $1.5 billion more in the next two years. And if that wasn’t bad enough, the budget also included $40 million in pork projects, a provision that increased your auto insurance and a provision that increases the cost to repair roads.

My opponent can explain away votes with Madison talk all she wants, but she voted yes on all of this. During a session when she was in Madison more than any other legislator, she voted with Democratic Party leaders 97 percent of the time.

We need new leadership in Madison and a representative that will be honest with the voters here at home. I believe I am that person and I would be honored to have your vote on Nov. 2.

Erik Severson Osceola

Polk County sheriff candidates face off at towns meeting

by Greg Marsten Leader staff writer BALSAM LAKE – The candidates for Polk County Sheriff held a forum/debate Monday evening, Oct. 25, at an event sponsored by the Polk County Towns Association, and while the two men tended to agree on most of their issues, they did find a few areas where they may approach budget and law enforcement concerns differently in the future.

Independent candidate Ed Collins squared off with Republican candidate Pete Johnson on several issues. Both men outlined their backgrounds, experience in law enforcement and why they were running, as well as areas they felt were beyond their control for budgeting.

“The sheriff’s office should be independent,” Collins said. “It’s about transparency within the budget.”

Johnson agreed, and assured that while he was running as a Republican, he said, “There isn’t room for partisan politics within the sheriff’s office ... no decision making should be based on that affiliation.”

While both men agreed there should not be partisan issues within law enforcement, they also seemed to concur that future cuts were coming, regardless of who holds the office of sheriff.

“There are probably some personnel cuts coming,” Johnson said. “It doesn’t make me happy, but we do what we can to get the budgets in line.”

Collins suggested the department utilize attrition and pending retirements to assist in cuts, if necessary, and suggested

giving various duties to PCSD administration, possibly including some jail oversight issues, to offset some of those expected losses.

“But I don’t want to cut patrol,” he stressed.

Johnson raised Johnson concerns about specific liability in jail issues, where he said the county was “more liable to lawsuits than almost anywhere else.” “[The jail] is one area to probably not cut positions,” Johnson said.

Both men agreed that future budgets will be tough to balance in law enforcement, but also had concerns over cutting so deep, that it may cost money in the end with added liability or less patrol coverage.

“The sheriff already has a lot of responsibilities,” Johnson said. “We don’t need to put him in a squad car doing traffic stops.”

Collins said they may have to incorporate some positions and tasks, and said that “budget cuts will be a big task for whoever the sheriff is.”

Both men agreed that jail occupation and costs are an area that will need addressing, either through expansion of outside prisoner housing, rate adjustment or through expansion of federal prisoner housing. But Johnson said that the issue has been explored in the past, and that

they would need to expand some services or prisoner segregation to meet those standards.

“We may need to look again at those requirements,” Johnson said.

Collins concurred, but also Collins suggested finding ways to expand ways “to keep local populations out of jails,” either through use as labor, such as with Habitat for Humanity in home construction or with disincentives.

“We should make them not want to there,” Collins said. “Make it uncomfortable.”

Johnson suggested the expansion of the restorative justice program, which is now under way, while noting that the law does not allow the county to force prisoners to work.

“We can’t have chain gangs,” Johnson said.

Collins agreed that they cannot force prisoners into labor, but countered that “we have to find new ways to make things work with smaller budgets.”

Being a Towns Association meeting, one issue that surfaced had to do with the relationship between the towns and law enforcement, with Johnson suggesting the sheriff’s office consider assigning liaison officers to various municipalities and towns without municipal police forces.

Collins suggested expanding a neigh-

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borhood watch program and by making the sheriff himself the liaison between elected officials and law enforcement.

“I think we should get the sheriff to deal directly with town chairs,” Collins said, suggesting that the sheriff should already be considered the liaison between officials and law enforcement. “To use a community and commonsense approach.”

Johnson suggested that due to the sheer volume of meetings, it might make sense having the sheriff attend quarterly Towns Association meetings, but also stressed the liaison idea.

Both men agreed that mutual aid issues are one way to help with coverage across the county, and while they disagreed on deputization of municipal officers for PCSD duties, they also agreed that liability issues must be respected, and that all resources of mutual aid should be utilized, including Tribal Police and municipal offices, they also have to realize that insurance companies tend to be the ultimate deciding factor on liability.

“But face it, we’re part of a team,” Collins said, speculating that the county and municipal offices probably have the same insurance providers, and that some liability issues can be addressed, if needed. “We all work for the same taxpayers.”

Johnson nodded in agreement, and both men agreed that one way to save money is to utilize every resource, including neighboring counties and other branches of law enforcement for mutual aid, when appropriate.

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• Letters to the editor, from page 8 • that led to the election of the Gingrich Congress. The Congress that sent Clinton balanced budget bills that they had written that Clinton reluctantly signed and now claims credit for. He now claims credit for creating surpluses that would never have occurred under a Democratic Congress. Maybe Clinton was too distracted by his experimentation with different forms of humidors for his cigars…but I digress. Perhaps you don’t remember, but Saddam Hussein had used weapons of mass destruction to murder thousands of his own countrymen. He did have them and everyone—including the Democrats in Congress – knew it at the time. Perhaps you have forgotten that Obama promised to end Bush’s “irresponsible war in the Mideast and bring our troops home,” he opposed the increase in troop strength authorized by “W” that allowed the Iraqis to elect their own government and rid the earth of a despicable butcher, but now claims credit for victory in Iraq that was the direct result of the troop surge that he opposed. Now he has created his own irresponsible war in Afghanistan. You seem to know that billions are missing in Iraq, maybe you can tell us where Obama got the estimated $700 million that he raised in untraceable campaign donations—or was that your money or Saudi Arabian money, or maybe it was loaned to him by special interests that were promised stimulus money if he got elected …?

No Ms. Gonzales—this is the Obama economy, the Obama recession, the Obama war and the Obamanation.

So while I agree that everyone should vote wisely as you say, I also think they should vote using reality and not some delusion.

Carol J. Makosky Webster

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Are you a smoker?

Editors of newspapers can and frequently do edit letters submitted to them by the public. Newspapers have an obligation to inform people of current events including activity by elected officials. I don’t believe it is in the best interest of the public not to publish “true” documented letters to the editor. When was the last time you saw a newspaper publish voting records of our elected officials? It takes a private citizen to either ask the paper to publish it, or at times, they have to pay them to do so. We deserve to have objective journalism, and we are not getting it from the newspapers today. When our elected officials vote to increase taxes, burden us with government regulations and legislation that deters job growth by decreasing profits of businesses the news media should inform us. Being a subject of subjective journalism, I can attest to cropping of pictures and subjective editing. Newspapers say they “try” to stay neutral in the political arena, but it can be proved otherwise.

By not notifying the public of votes by our elected officials they can in some ways be said to favor that person by not informing the public of such life-affecting votes.

Some of our local newspapers have objective reporters, and they need to be commended, although they are far removed from Madison and many times unaware of certain votes.

Forums are nice but are only attended by a handful of voters, and most of the time these forums or “debates” are sponsored by partisan organizations and the questions asked are chosen to make the opposition look unfavorable.

I can provide many instances when subjective journalism was used in the past, and unfortunately it will continue in the future unless we ask for it to be changed.

When the public is unaware of an elected officials voting record and rely on half truths and innuendos, we have what we have in an economy that is present today.

Once again our great Frederic football team came through for me. They all worked so very hard in the rain raking and cleaning my yard up. It was so great seeing them all. I’m handicapped and can’t do the things that I once could. I sure did appreciate it all and wish I could thank each one individually. This is a great program, and they are learning to do for others and getting points for senior graduation and for community service.

Support your Frederic football team and their activities.

Do you enjoy an occasional cocktail? Do you enjoy either or both at home or at a local establishment?

If you do, would you like to see your local establishment succeed in business?

This is a very difficult and competitive time for small business especially in Polk County.

Small businesses are suffering in these economic times. All small businesses are suffering, but they are very important to our economic recovery. Actually, they are the catalyst to our economic recovery.

More taxes and penalties will only make it worse.

So why are local legislators and board members so proud of being able to enforce the no-smoking ordinance in Polk County? Is it money? Is it “pat yourself on the back, feel good?”

Even more absurd, law enforcement, some of whom actually smoke, must now take time to enforce this ordinance. Will the new fines offset the cost of enforcement? More absurdity.

This is just more stupidity in government at all levels. More intrusion on our personal freedom. They know more about what is best for our families and us than we do.

Please vote your heart in November.

As for me, I don’t smoke. Never have, never will.

Mark Pettis Hertel

Mel Washbon Frederic

Candidate forum feedback Thank you ladies (Mary P., Roxanne M., Trudy S., etc.) for the planning, organization and control of this value added event in Burnett County. As the candidates said, ”This was the largest audience” and it was very interactive.

The comment from the woman in the back, who said of one candidate, “He is a zero,” and heard all throughout the room, was inappropriate and nonproductive.

She was a disgrace to the other 49 who attended. She owes a written apology to that candidate and also copied to both papers. If you wonder why others do not come forward to serve; this is why. We all form opinions; hopefully from facts and the truth. Thankfully, the opposing candidate immediately stood up and apologized to the one harmed. We gained a lot of respect for her.

To all the candidates; we thank you for running, coming to our county and sharing your views. It was one of the best interactions we have attended. Sen. Jauch, you added great value from your view from the Senate.

Rick Dahlstrom Frederic

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SCF man found after over 24 hours lost in the woods

by Greg Marsten Leader staff writer ST. CROIX FALLS – A 45-year-old St. Croix Falls man who became lost in the woods of Interstate Park over the weekend was discovered over 24 hours later, after an extensive search operation.

According to Polk County Sheriff’s officials, Daniel Hills had left his St. Croix Falls home on foot Saturday afternoon, Oct. 23, between 2 and 3 p.m. after an apparent disagreement with family members and had not been heard from for some time. His family notified police of their concern shortly after 3 p.m. that afternoon, and they were concerned he had issues with depression and were also concerned for his welfare. Initial attempts to locate Hills by family members and St. Croix Falls authorities were unsuccessful, which is when other agencies were alerted and a concentrated search effort began late that night.

Hills had made contact with his spouse

at 3:33 a.m. on Sunday morning, indicating he was lost in the woods and that his cell phone battery was almost dead. It was raining and drizzling at the time, and authorities made the decision to use his cell phone provider to triangulate a rough location, which turned out to be near the socalled “pipeline area” of the park, near 93rd Avenue.

The National Park Service and sheriff’s office began a search at that location, but were unsuccessful, due to the weather and darkness.

A full search party was established early Sunday morning, using personnel from numerous agencies, including five local fire departments: St. Croix Falls, DresserOsceola-Garfield, Centuria, Osceola and Taylors Falls, Minn. They worked with NPS and law enforcement to comb the woods of the park area that morning. By 9:30 Sunday morning, teams were expanded with search dog assistance from the Sunshine Kennels and the Canine

Emergency Handling Team, as well as by various friends and family members, who also combed the woods.

Hills cell phone battery had apparently died completely that morning, midway through a conversation with his wife.

According to Lt. Steve Smith of the Polk County Sheriff’s office, it was at around 4 p.m. Sunday when Hills was discovered by a family member’s dog. He was found huddled on the ground, lying on a hillside just west of the Ice Age Interpretive Center within Interstate Park, somewhat near the NPS maintenance building - which is quite a ways from where the cell phone triangulation had suggested he would be found.

“He had spent the day Sunday laying on the ground,” Smith said. “Luckily, the ground wasn’t too cold.”

Medical privacy regulations don’t allow too much detail to be released on his condition, but authorities basically stated that Hills would not have lasted much longer,

and Smith confirmed that the lost man was “suffering from advanced stages of hypothermia.”

“It was cold, rainy and drizzly, which complicated both the search and his health issues,” Smith said, adding that Hills was “basically listless” when discovered, and that they were unable to understand his speech, due to the hypothermia - that he could really only open and close his eyes to communicate.

“A lot of resources were expended ... but the family got a good outcome!” Smith said, later thanking the dozens of volunteers, search teams, family members, fire personnel and even volunteers from a DO-G-based women’s auxiliary group that provided food after the search to searchers, who had assembled at a picnic shelter in the park to make sure none of them had been lost in the search.

“You can’t say enough about all the people who made those efforts all day,” Smith said.

Poll shows Walker leads Barrett by nine points

by Patty Murray Wisconsin Public Radio STATEWIDE - The Wisconsin Public Radio – St. Norbert College survey shows Scott Walker with a slight lead in the race for governor.

But a closer look at the numbers show Tom Barrett is very close behind.

Findings indicate Republican Walker has 50 percent of the vote among likely voters, compared to Democrat Barrett’s 41

percent. That’s a 9-point lead, survey analyst Wendy Scattergood says a five-point margin of error in either direction still makes for a tight gubernatorial race.

Scattergood says most people have already made up their minds and are unlikely to change them. But she says six percent are still undecided.

“The people who are Republicans or Democrats are going to vote their party line. There is a sort of strong party identi-

fication, not a lot of people who are changing sides, but we know we do have people in the middle who do.”

Those would be the 16 percent of people in the poll who say they’re Independents. Scattergood says it’s not a big percentage, but could be enough to make a difference. She says Independents are the key constituents because they’re a large enough portion that when it’s close between Democrats and Republicans as it

has been for a number of years, Independents who go back and forth “really make a difference.”

Scattergood says Barrett could be hurt by an “anti-incumbency” mood even though he’s running for his first term as governor. Current Gov. Jim Doyle’s approval rating is only 36 percent.

The survey polled 402 likely voters.

Toll roads debated beteween gubernatorial contenders

by Chuck Quirmbach Wisconsin Public Radio STATEWIDE - Democrat Tom Barrett is trying to steer toll lanes into the main route of the governor’s race.

Republican candidate Scott Walker gen-

erally says government takes in too much revenue, but last week, he came out in favor of adding express lanes on freeways on which drivers could pay a toll, in hopes of escaping traffic congestion.

The Democrat running for governor,

Milwaukee mayor Barrett, says Walker has changed his tune from when Walker ran for Milwaukee County executive in 2004.

Barrett says he’d take on the crunch in transportation funding, by having the

state transportation commission meet more often and not allow pet projects to go into the state budget.

Walker argues that it’s not a toll road if you have options on whether to drive the express lane and pay extra for it.

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Council approves ReStore and partnership with Habitat for Humanity

by Tammi Milberg Leader staff writer ST. CROIX FALLS – The city council for St. Croix Falls heard a proposal from Eric Kube, executive director for Wild Rivers Habitat for Humanity serving Polk and Burnett counties.

Kube’s proposal was for a ReStore which utilizes donated, unwanted, usable home-furnishing materials such as lights, windows, doors, faucets, etc., by selling them at a significantly reduced rate. There are 630 ReStores across the nation with the closest one to this area being in New Richmond. That site opened in April. The proposal for a St. Croix Falls ReStore was well received by the council. Along with the request for a ReStore, was a request for a revolving loan from the city for $25,000. The loan committee endorsed the idea and forwarded it to the council for approval. The location of the ReStore is in the industrial park at 530 Blanding Woods Road. It is one of the blue buildings Durex purchased to expand before they determined they would build a new facility to build a new facility, rather than expand, to meet their needs.

The ReStore will take donated items in mid-November with a targeted opening date of Jan. 1, 2011. Hours are yet to be determined and all the proceeds from the ReStore sales go directly to help Wild Rivers Habitat for Humanity to build homes.

Kube said anyone can donate and anyone can purchase from the ReStore. He stated that donated household items, such as clothing or dishware, are not being accepted. “We’re not like a thrift store, but we will sell materials for persons looking to remodel or do minor construction at a reduced cost by buying recycled materials,” Kube said. “It helps people economically while keeping perfectly good materials out of landfills.”

The council unanimously approved the revolving loan to Wild Rivers Habitat for Humanity for $25,000. The issue of a conditional-use permit will be handled later. Because the ReStore is a commercial business and it is located in an industrial zone, the city needs to grant Habitat for Hu-

manity a conditional-use permit to allow the commercial business in the industrial zone. The council determined there should be no problem getting that taken care of so the ReStore can move forward.

In related news, the city approved a partnership for building homes with Habitat for Humanity through a resolution. The original proposal was to look at the undeveloped Rousselow property owned by the city to develop into an eco-village project with a time line of the first home being built in 2012. The homes would be available to low-income families and offer them the affordability of energy-efficient living. Kube stated this would be a premiere project that would be marketed nationally as innovative. “Our goal is to prove affordable housing can be built to energy-efficient standards,” he said. With most energy-efficient builds, the upfront costs are high with the payout coming in lower utility bills later. Kube stated that the project for the eco-village would be successful through donors, grants and volunteers. One of the cost factors is being able to develop on land that is donated or city-owned so there is not a land-purchasing or mortgage-buyout cost that may prohibit the properties from remaining affordable.

The council embraced the idea of affordable housing and to be a nationally recognized community endorsing innovative, energy-efficient housing that is affordable.

The location of the project received some different views, however. Councilman Brian Blesi stated the property at Chinander Rock/Zillmer Park that borders the Wert Nature Preserve is undeveloped, in foreclosure and the southern-facing direction of the property would be a better location for an eco-village.

In addition to Blesi’s comments, councilman Arnie Carlson said he felt there are foreclosed homes in existence and properties with infrastructure already in place for developments to take place. Carlson said he would rather focus the attention of building something on these properties that already have something going on, than to take a different property altogether, like the Rousselow

property which remains wooded and undeveloped.

The council discussed the options in the city for locations pointed out by Carlson and Blesi. They also heard from city administrator Ed Emerson and from Kube that the reason the Rousselow property was chosen was because it is city-owned and that the city purchasing a property like the Chinander Rock/Zillmer Park property, or others, may be more cost prohibitive than going with land the city already owns.

“When you tie up a lot of money into the purchase of property, it can make it impossible to keep the rest of the home cost down when you look at a mortgage from a property auctioned off at foreclosure,” said Kube.

However, Kube noted if there is infrastructure in place at the site in foreclosure, it might be comparable to the cost of having property that is donated but infrastructure installed. The council approved the resolution needs to partner with Wild Rivers Habitat for Humanity to move forward on the eco-village project with the location to be determined. The council did include the Rousselow property as one possible location in the resolution and directed that the plan commission could determine the best location while working with Kube on the project.

Police union contract The council approved a police union contract for three years. The contract will be for the years 2011-2013. The agreement was for a 2-percent increase in wages for 2011 and 2012 and a 4-percent increase for 2013. The council discussed the heavier increase of 4-percent at the back year of the contract. It was noted that the public works contract with the city was done the same way. The council also determined the 4-percent increase in the last year is relatively insignificant even with the state of the economy at 2013 unknown, and that it would not impact the budget. The council approved the contract and Mayor Darrell Anderson commended the city police department for the work they have done and the reputation they have given the city as an upstanding department.

Siren approves deficit budget and certifies school levy

by Nancy Jappe Leader staff writer SIREN - At its meeting Monday, Oct. 25, the Siren School Board approved the final budget for 2010-2011, showing a total of $6,953,196 and a deficit of $450,000.

The total school levy for 2010-2011 was certified at $4,869,288. This gives a mill rate of 10.61 per $1,000 of property valuation. The total levy increase over that of a year ago came in at 7.59 percent.

District property valuation came in lower this year (by over 4.5 percent) than last year, contributing to the need to supplement that loss with a higher levy. That, plus increased expense and increased debt service, added to this year’s deficit. The good news, from district Administrator Scott Johnson, is that the debt on the school addition will be paid off in the 2018-2019 school year.

“We will be bringing the fund balance down,” McGrane commented. “Next year there won’t be a deficit budget. This is not what we want to do.”

Appearances were the time-taking item on the agenda for the meeting. The first person to speak was Diane Lund, a member of the Polk-Burnett Retired Educators.

Lund told the board that the REA has contributed over 42,000 hours (with an attached time value of $886,270.95) to school districts in the two counties. “That’s an additional resource for the district to make use of,” Lund commented.

Teacher Paula Fink came to let the board know about the backpack effort the school is involved in, a partnership effort with the Salvation Army. Backpacks with special weekend food supplies are given to students to take home each Friday. The packs are returned the following Monday or Tuesday, to be refilled and sent home the next weekend.

Board President Jeff Howe expressed appreciation to all who helped with the bomb-hoax crisis a cou- Siren School Board Vice ple weeks ago. “There were President Dave McGrane revery few problems. Every- ceived recognition from the one did a very good job,” Wisconsin Association of Howe said.

School Boards for the number Principal Joe Zirngible of their events he has attended told the board that Siren during his time on the school High School is one of 24 board. high schools in the state to receive a School Recognition Award that carries with it a $2,000 check and the opportunity to apply for a grant of up to $200,000. Howe went with Zirngible to Madison recently to accept the award which was presented to the district at Monday’s board meeting.

Middle school teacher Jodi McLain-Richards showed the board the medal the school received for having three winners (out of 28 winners from the state of Wisconsin) taking a national writing prize. “Writing starts when parents read to their kids at night,” Richards commented.

School board member Dave McGrane was recognized by the Wisconsin Association of School Boards for the number of times he has attended WASB events. McGrane is the vice president of the school board.

Paula Fink described the backpack effort Siren School is involved in with the Salvation Army during Monday night’s school board meeting.

Jodi McLain-Richards showed the Siren School Board the medal that the school received because it had three national writing-contest winners among 28 winners from the state of Wisconsin.

Siren Principal Joe Zirngible (L) presented a recently received School Recognition Award to school board President Jeff Howe during the Oct. 25 Siren School Board meeting.

Siren High School was one of 24 high schools in the state to receive this recognition. – Photos by Nancy Jappe The board approved a trip request from band director Bryn Anderson for a student trip to perform at Navy Pier in Chicago between June 8-11, 2011. About 40 students could be involved.

The board accepted a donation from Solid Works, a firm that supplies an architectural program used in the high-mileage vehicle and drafting programs. The program works on 13 computers, which the school has, and carries a value of $200,000.

Upcoming board meetings include: Budget and finance, Wednesday, Nov. 17, 4 p.m.; building and grounds, Tuesday, Nov. 16, 5:30 p.m.; personnel and negotiations, Wednesday, Nov. 17, 5 p.m.; and policy, planning and curriculum, Monday, Nov. 15, 6:30 p.m.

Burnett County criminal court Daniel C. Wohlberg, no date of birth given, Hudson, lakeshore construction violation, $163.50.

Seth T. Wilhelm, 29, New Franken, speeding, $225.70; operating while suspended, $200.50.

Carl M. Johnson Jr., 27, Webster, speeding, $200.50; operate without valid license, $200.50.

Brent S. Petersen, 26, Siren, speeding, $175.30.

Wesley J. Olson, 23, Danbury, speeding, $160.80.

Bradley G. Corrier, 46, Grantsburg, disorderly conduct, $185.00.

Charles M. Lunsman, 21, Danbury, OWI, $691.50, license revoked six months, alcohol assessment.

Jason Jensen, DBA J.C. Construction & Fencing, 30, Grantsburg, issue worthless check, $865.99 restitution, $330.51.

Justin R. Shepard, 32, Wabeno, OWI, $1,511.00, 330day jail sentence, Huber release, eligible for community service.

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Unity levy up by 4.8 percent, mill rate by 13 percent Large crowd gathers for annual school district meeting

by Mary Stirrat Leader staff writer BALSAM LAKE — Unity Schools annual district meeting was held Monday evening, Oct. 25, with 95 people signed in to fill seats that had been set up in the library.

Unlike last year, when district residents voted to not approve the tax levy, all but two in attendance cast a vote in favor of the $10.7 million levy for the 2010-11 school year.

The tax levy is 4.8 percent higher than last year’s levy of $10.2 million, reflecting primarily a decrease in state aid, district administrator Brandon Robinson told the group gathered Monday night. Aid dropped by 13.6 percent, from $2.27 million last year to $1.96 million this year.

At this point, said Robinson, the state is providing 17 percent of the district’s costs, a far cry from the two-thirds funding promised a number of years ago. Since the 200607 school year, general state aid has dropped from $3.7 million to the current $1.96 million, and the difference must be made up by the tax levy.

The tax levy is assessed to property owners according to the equalized valuation of their property, and the taxing mill rate that accompanies the $10.7 million levy is about 10.32. For every $1,000 in equalized value, property owners will pay a school tax of $10.32, up about 13 percent from last year’s rate of $9.10.

This translates to a school tax of $100.32 on property valued at $100,000. Value of property in the district, however, decreased an average of 6.8 percent from last year.

Included in the information packet provided at the

The Oct. 25 annual meeting of the Unity School District drew a large crowd, with 95 individuals signed in. The group approved the 2010-11 school tax levy of $10.7 million.

meeting was a chart comparing the 2010-11 property values and tax rates with those of the previous two school years. In 200809, property valued at $100,000 had a school tax of $830.57. The valuation on that property increased to $104,918 in 2009-10, resulting in school taxes of $955.26. That same property decreased in value to $97,772 for 2010-11, with taxes of $1,001.

In response to a question from audience member, Tom Corbett Robinson said the state bases its aid largely on The Oct. 25 annual meeting of property valuation within the Unity School District drew a the district. The Unity large crowd, with 95 individuals School District, with its lakeshore property, is a signed in. The group approved property-rich district, so the 2010-11 school tax levy of the state has decreased its $10.7 million. aid.

Unity has nearly $1 million in property value behind each student for the current school year. The state average is about $600,000 per student. That difference has been steadily increasing since the 2001-02 school year, when the state average was about $330,000 in property value behind each student, and Unity had about $400,000 behind each student.

During that same time, from the 2001-02 school year to the present, state aid has declined by $3 million.

The state of Wisconsin has capped the amount of revenue increase a school district can have each year, said Robinson. Both state aid and the property tax levy increase are capped, allowing for a 2.4-percent increase in general fund revenue each year.

Robinson touched on some details of the budget, noting that support staff received a wages and benefits increase of 2 percent, and certified staff received 2.78 percent.

Enrollment is at 1,132, up two full-time students from last year, but the three-year average is down by five. The three-year average is used by the state to determine aid, so the district received about $51,000 for declining enrollment.

The 2010-11 budget shows an underlevy of $50,000,

This chart presented at the annual meeting of the Unity School District shows how property values in the school district compare with the state average. The top line indicates the property value behind each student for Unity, while the bottom line shows the state average. – Photos by Mary Stirrat which means that the budget has $50,000 more in expenditures than revenue.

If needed, the $50,000 will come from the district’s undesignated fund.

Last year’s budget was also underlevied by $50,000, but savings found throughout the school year resulted in only $27,000 being transferred from the undesignated fund. Robinson said that the same could happen this year.

The school board will hold a special meeting Wednesday, Oct. 27, at 5 p.m. to give final approval to the 2010-11 Deb Peterson, president of the Unity School Board of Edubudget and tax levy. cation.

WITC holds forum to hear community’s ideas on its future strategic planning

by Regan Kohler Washburn County Register writer SHELL LAKE – The Wisconsin Indianhead Technical College held a community listening forum at its Shell Lake branch Monday, Oct. 25, to hear input for the college’s next strategic planning process.

WITC Vice President of Administrative Services John Will said the next strategic plan will be for 2012-15.

WITC President Bob Meyers said the college engaged in a plan two years ago, and are starting the next one already because “we really wanted to get a fast start on strategic planning.” Last year, all WITC branches, which make up 11 counties, held forums for their staff, students and businesses and community members. Meyers said there were over 1,000 comments brought forth at that time.

“They were very good, very constructive, and helpful,” he said.

The college hopes to categorize and create goals out of these listening sessions, and people can submit them verbally at forums, online or written. Meyers gave examples of some implementations that came out of previous suggestions, such as creation of an energy technician program to support green technology, an associates degree program for human services at the Superior branch, and a dental assistant program in Rice Lake. Meyers said they internally reviewed WITC processes and recommitted to a student satisfaction survey. The cost of some textbooks also went down, as there were many complaints about the high prices. Meyers said new avenues for purchasing textbooks were launched last year – students can still buy them new in the bookstore, but they can also rent them or buy them used and return them to the company after they are finished.

“Those are just a few snapshots of how we use the feedback,” Meyers said.

According to a Washington Monthly study, WITC ranked sixth best among two-year colleges in the nation.

“We’re the only college in the country that’s stayed in the top 10 ranking,” Meyers said of this distinction.

Technical college graduates are still able to find jobs upon graduating, despite the tough economy, Meyers said, because there is a high need for people in these fields, and there is always a high demand for more graduates.

Members of the public commented Monday afternoon on what they’d like to see. The following are some of the suggestions made: • Washburn County has an aging community, and there will soon be a greater demand for people in the home care and senior citizen health care fields.

• WITC could partner with economic development corporations to help create jobs for unemployed people.

• There is a need for financial planning courses, as many young people do not understand budgeting concepts.

• There is a high demand for nanny training, which is different from child care, since often people cannot take jobs that involve extensive travel due to having to care for their young children.

• The college could look at retention of students in programs, as many often drop out after finding out their career path may not be what they wanted, and educate them more on what the courses require.

• Technology plays a major part in jobs these days, so WITC should keep up with the changes and provide education on how to market themselves through social networks like Facebook or YouTube.

• With coming Environmental Protection Agency crackdowns promoting environmentally friendly living, the college could integrate green technology education more in all programs.

• Students may need child care, and WITC could look into offering a center for parents to drop off their children while they take classes.

• WITC should offer literacy classes for Spanish speakers, and for employers so they can better assist those who speak the language.

• Customer service classes are needed.

• Application and testing fees could be waived or financial assistance given for low-income students who qualify.

• WITC should offer work-study programs like the high school does.

• WITC needs to plan for long-term fiscal stability in its districts.

• There is a need for more continuing education, for retirees.

Meyers and Will addressed a number of these comments. Regarding the aging community, Meyers said Washburn County has a significant difference in its aging population from some of the other counties WITC serves.

Regarding collaboration with economic development, Meyers said this was mentioned in last year’s goals, as in terms of recruitment there will be a high need for those graduates coming out of technical colleges. Millions of baby boomers are retiring, Meyers said, and some places have an ongoing need for employees.

“I don’t think that need is going to go away,” he said. “I think we’re positioned well.”

Meyers said the issue of people 30 and under not having a good grasp on financial planning is perplexing, and this wasn’t the first time he’d heard about this challenge.

Spooner High School Principal Bob Kinderman commented on this, saying area schools initiated an excellent program through the Indianhead Credit Union that sim-

ulates adult living and its costs for high school students.

Kinderman said SHS is working harder to promote the vocational tech classes, as well.

One audience member brought up a fact he’d heard, about people nowadays listing cellular phones and iPads as the one tool they cannot live without, when 10 years ago it was an automobile. Meyers said that keeping up with technology is a constant, and even e-mail is considered old-fashioned for networking these days. He said WITC will be working more on classes teaching people how to use technology as marketing’s new tool, though one has to be careful as it can isolate the person in terms of social development.

With the major question both this time and last year being about environmental education, Meyers told the audience that Shell Lake’s WITC recently installed a rain garden, and Will said they will be integrating more green learning into programs such as architectural commercial design. Meyers said WITC looked at how many “green” jobs there will be in this area in the future. He noted that there is a generational difference when it comes to this subject, as young people are very interested in this concept.

Meyers mentioned that with the rise in gas prices, and the average WITC student traveling 32 miles one way for course work, they are trying to work on more online courses, though some will always require hands-on training.

“Travel’s a very big challenge, I think, for our students,” Meyers said.

In answer to the question about student retention, it was said that WITC is retaining about 58-61 percent of its students, with very high rates from those who have declared majors. Will said that many may not go through the sequence of years to complete their degrees, due to work or parenting, and it was mentioned that not all students are completing degrees, but may be there to brush up on skills or explore.

Meyers said the career path notion is a national focus, and universities often have a lower percentage of student retention compared to technical schools. He said colleges also see a higher number these days of students coming in undecided about majors.

“They’re still exploring,” he said.

Therefore, WITC is working to make students aware of the choices available.

Teachers are a prime influence, as well as parents, when it comes to helping students decide on postsecondary education, and Meyers said getting teachers and guidance counselors to visit WITC and other technical colleges, to learn more about what they offer, is a great idea.

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Luck Golf Course donation means to-do list will get shorter

by Greg Marsten Leader staff writer LUCK – Courtesy of a private donation, there are some changes coming to the Luck Golf Course for next spring - subtle changes that may signal the start of what some folks are hoping becomes a trend of improvements over the next few years.

Those behind-the-scenes improvements come courtesy of a local couple with a deep interest in the course’s future.

According to Luck Village Administrator Kristina Handt, the village has received 250 shares of Donaldson Company, Inc. stock as seed money for several infrastructure improvements that officials are hoping leads to even more improvements in the coming years.

“We just sold the stock, and we’re waiting to see what it got,” Handt said, noting that by state statute, the village cannot hold stock as an investment, so they set up an account for the trade, and are hoping the DCI stock brings in as much as $12,000, but they won’t know until later this week.

The donations are not a secret, and come courtesy of Chuck and Pamm Torrance, who are involved in the municipal golf course in several ways, as longtime volunteers and supporters, as well as in various roles as landscapers and on the governing board.

“They volunteer a lot of time,” Luck Public Works Director Seth Petersen said, noting that Chuck was just recently elected vice president of the country club’s board, with Pamm doing much of the golf course gardening, which receives numerous comments and accolades.

The donated stock will be seed money for specific improvements this fall,

The Luck Golf Course will have some behind-the-scenes improvements coming in the next few weeks, courtesy of a private donation from Chuck and Pamm Torrance. Pictured (L to R): Course operations manager Sloan Wallgren, Chuck Torrance and Luck Village Public Works Director Seth Petersen. The three are standing about where a major drainage project will get under way soon at the approach to the 14th hole. - Photo by Greg Marsten weather permitting. Torrance has a list of several improvements they would like to see come about, including an expansion of the practice putting green by over 40 percent, and for changes to help with drainage and eliminate standing water at the approach to the 14th hole. That area is quite low, and with this year’s extensive rains, made playing in and around that area difficult at best, and muddy and damaging to the course at worst.

“These are for things not in the general budget for the golf course,” said Handt, who noted that golf course revenues were down about $50,000 this year, either due to weather, the economy or both. “That’s made us look at some investment from the village (to make up the difference).”

That’s why the Torrance donation was so timely, she said, and noted that she suddenly had to pay attention to the stock market with the donation. “It all happened so fast!” She said the donation was “more than generous,” and will go to great use for years to come, noting several times that the village “cannot thank Chuck and Pamm enough for their generosity. It’s really a good thing for the course.”

Heading out onto the course, Torrance and gold course director of operations Sloan Wallgren were already looking over the future drainage project on Number 14, which will include approximately 300 feet of underground, directional horizontal boring to install a 4-inch drain tile system

to drain the approach. Petersen said they are hoping to get the project rolling in the next few weeks, to beat the frost line and allow them to do the finished sod work in the spring.

“It’s been a challenging year with all the rain,” Petersen said. “I’m confident we can get most of it wrapped up before the snow flies.”

Torrance is obviously proud of the course, and hopes their donation becomes a seed or an incentive for others to give, as well, and has a list of approximately a dozen specific improvements they would like to see done across the course.

“And I’ve got some other guys who said let me know what the costs are, exactly what you guys are doing, and I’d be more than interested in maybe giving some money to the village!” Torrance said. “It’s a good asset to the community, and I know a lot of the lake people love it here.”

Torrance and Wallgren headed back out to look at other things on the list, and planned on looking over the expanded practice putting greens, which Torrance is quite excited about. Petersen said that project will not only make the greens much larger, but will also have an interesting, multilayered design to allow for more challenging putts.

“Yeah, I think that’s probably the big thing,” Torrance said, as he and Wallgren hopped back into their golf cart and set out to find the gully where the new drain tile will end up, while fighting off strong winds, light rain and pending fall weather - all while wearing open-toe sandals.

Safe to say there is some new excitement about the Luck Golf Course.

No questions asked at budget hearing

by Nancy Jappe Leader staff writer SIREN - Only one person was on hand for the 2011 public hearing on the budget during the Oct. 21 meeting of the Burnett County Board of Supervisors. Lou Jappe, Siren, representing 79 senior citizens, presented to the board a petition signed by these people, asking that the board take their economic situation into consideration in regard to the budget and government spending in general.

The petition stated that the David Willingham from a p p r o x i Rusk County, chairman of mately 3,700 the executive committee of persons who NorthernBridges Long-Term are on Social in Care Board, spoke of the Security board’s goal of moving peo- B u r n e t t ple off the waiting list for County did long-term care services dur- not receive a ing the Burnett County cost-of-living in Board meeting Thursday, increase 2010 and will Oct. 21. “Burnett County has been an active part in not again in both the planning and imple- 2011 and that unemmentation process (of the the new long-term care system ployment rate now under the care of the in the county state and not the counties),” is at 8.9 perThe Willingham said. – Photos by cent. signers enNancy Jappe couraged the

board to vote down any increase in tax levy and/or increased spending that has not previously been mandated by contracts.

Vote by the county board on the 2011 budget will come at the board’s next meeting Tuesday, Nov. 9, starting at 9:30 a.m. in the boardroom at the Burnett County Government Center. The budget being proposed stands at $8,691,425, compared to $8,516,423 in 2010. This is an increase of 2.055 percent, or $175,002.

The mill rate for 2011, if this budget is passed, would be 3.1356 per $1,000 worth of property valuation.

“For the sixth year the county has been under a tax freeze by the state of Wisconsin,” the board’s administration commit-

tee stated in its letter accompanying the budget proposal. “For 2011, the allowable levy increase set by (the state) is the greatest of 3 percent or the increased value of new construction ... As you deliberate this budget, remember that Burnett County has effectively built a budget that meets all the parameters laid forth by (the state).

It is your responsibility, as supervisors, to deliver services to the people in our community. This budget successfully does that.”

Two representatives of NorthernBridges, one of nine managed-care facilities in the state, spoke at the Oct. 21 meeting. CEO John T. McMahon told the board that NorthernBridges has almost 1,900 members. These members are receiving support to enable them to stay in whatever place they call home and to be healthy and safe there.

NorthernBridges started May 1, 2009, with two counties as members. When they became fully operational in August 2009, there were 11 counties. A total of 101 individuals have been served in Burnett County in the 15 months NorthernBridges has been in operation.

The most important, the most positive thing, according to McMahon, is that nearly 500 people have been taken off the list of persons waiting for services. “Before NorthernBridges, almost 11,000 people were waiting for services. Many died before being taken off the wating list,” McMahon said. “Now, with family care,

we are addressing that challenge.”

While NorthernBridges is operating now at a deficit, McMahon said the organization is looking at the hours authorized for personal care service through the Medicaid card, something that wasn’t done before. “We are now looking at whether more services than needed were provided,” he said. “We have reduced the amount of service but not reduced the amount of care provided. We are now paying less but not reducing the care provided.”

In addition, McMahon said that people living in group homes who want to go back home can do so at about 40 percent less cost.

Per a motion made by board member Priscilla Bauer, the county board approved a resolution designating October as Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

Bauer passed out symbolic pink ribbons for board members to wear. She is an 11year breast cancer survivor and told the board four of her friends have died from breast cancer and four more were diagnosed with this cancer within the past month.

Two other resolutions were approved

John T. McMahon is chief executive officer of NorthernBridges, one of nine managed-care organizations in Wisconsin that are providing family care and care for disabled frail elderly people who are Medicaid-eligible. “We help people live in places they call home, their home or a care home, providing support for them to be healthy and safe,” McMahon told the Burnett County Board at their Oct. 21 meeting. by the board - a zoning change on property owned by Emma Kolander in the town of Daniels from RR-3 to RR-2 and an annual request for a DNR loan of 50 cents per acre for each acre of county forestland, money that is repaid by a severance tax on timber-sale revenue from county forestland during the first quarter of the year.

One item that came up during the discussion of timber-sale revenue was the misunderstanding of some people over the cutting of timber on county lands.

“The stuff is going to die. We are not out there logging, but managing the forest,” said board member Norm Bickford. “We are managing the forest, not killing the trees,” Maury Miller added.

“It’s the life cycle,” Gene Olson said.

“The trees are cut and (more) are planted.

We are not cutting trees to be cutting trees.”

The Grantsburg High School Class of 1960 met at Crex Convention Center on Saturday, Oct. 2, to celebrate their 50th class reunion. It was a weekend of participating in the homecoming parade with a float, king and queen car, enjoying the Dollars for Scholars dinner, football game, a dinner and a Sunday morning church service.

The following classmates were in attendance: Back two rows: Brian Olson, Stan Engstrand, Bob Kallman, Marvin Flodin, Bruce Medchill, Randy Haraldson, Karyn Carlson Sollie, Jackie Jans Homa, Paul Bergman, Louise Daniels Reisewitz, Rodney Tyberg, Elsie Christenson Johnson, Donna McNally McGilp, Dianne Sundby Driver, Bob Rickard, Wayne Crownhart, Clyde Ormston, Bruce Branstad, Wayne McKenzie, Darrell Olson, Dennis Dahl and Vernon Bistrom. Front row: Avery Fagerberg, Stan Miller, Darrel Swenson, Yvonne Anderson Preminger, Emily Hanson Abello, Delores Dahl Rosenbrook, Karen Lindberg Jorgensen, Jean Paulson Foster and Barbara Olson Hunter. – Photo submitted

GHS Class of 1960

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Four seek governor’s position Four candidates are on the ballot for Wisconsin governor Nov. 2. Wisconsinvote.org provided the following profiles of each candidate with their Web sites for further information. Full profiles are available at wisconsinvote.org.

Candidate: Scott Walker Office: Governor Party: Republican Address: P.O. Box 100828, Milwaukee, WI 53210 Phone: (414) 453-2010 E-mail: info@scottwalker.org Related Web sites: Campaign Finance Opponents: Tom Barrett James James Jim Langer

Scott Walker

Candidate: Tom Barrett Office: Governor Party: Democrat Address: P.O. Box 510796 Milwaukee, WI 53202 Phone: (414) 271-8050 E-mail: info@barrettforwisconsin.com Related Web sites: Campaign Finance Opponents: Scott Walker James James Jim Langer

Tom Barrett

Campaign Web site: www.barrettforwisconsin.com

Campaign Web site: www.scottwalker.org

Candidate: James James Office: Governor Party: Independent Address: 331 North Main, Markesan WI 53946 Phone: (608) 588-5194 E-mail: jamesjamesforgoverJames James nor@gmail.com Related Web sites: Campaign Finance Opponents: Scott Walker Tom Barrett Jim Langer Campaign Web site: www.jamesjamesforgovernor.com

Jim Langer

Campaign Web site: www.jimlangerforgovernor.com

Tree seedlings available BURNETT COUNTY – Larry Main, chairman of the Burnett County Natural Resources Committee, announces that the annual tree, shrub and wildflower sale is now in progress. These plants are available for spring, 2011. Plants purchased may be used for any purpose and there is no minimum order.

The species available include: Trees: Balsam fir, Colorado blue spruce, red oak, red pine, white spruce, red maple, white birch, white pine and tamarack.

Shrubs: Red osier dogwood, Juneberry, American plum, choke cherry, ninebark, grey dogwood and red splendor crab

Operation Roundup funds help Frederic bell choir The Frederic School bell choir was recently awarded a $750 grant from Polk-Burnett Electric’s Operation Roundup. The bell choir is using 25-year-old handbells which needed replacement clapper heads. They also needed to replace a carrying case for the larger bells. The director of the group, Patricia Anderson, said she hopes Frederic students will be able to keep ringing bells for another 25 years after the repairs. The Frederic sixth-grade bell choir is pictured. There are five performing bell choirs in the district. — Photo submitted

MADISON – The Burnett Dairy Co-op in Grantsburg was featured in the October issue of Madison Magazine in an article titled “Wisconsin Dairy, meet Italian cheeses.” The local cheesemaking co-op makes Italian cheeses such as mozzarellas and provolones. According to the article, in 1966 when Americans were eating lots of pizza, the co-op’s management recognized there were plenty of cheddar cheese producers, and they decided to start making mozzarella. It was a good decision.

The co-op now sells its product nationally. Burnett Dairy cheese has won many awards, including first, second and third place in the 2010 World Dairy Expo; first, second and third place in the 2010 Wisconsin State Fair, and second and third place in the 2010 World Champion Cheese Contest.

The article can be read at www.madisonmagazine.com. – submitted

Grantsburg Area Food Shelf now eligible for grants

Candidate: Jim Langer Office: Governor Party: Independent Address: W165n11555 Abbey Ct. Germantown WI 53022 E-mail: jdlanger@wi.rr.com Related Web sites: Campaign Finance Opponents: Scott Walker Tom Barrett James James

Burnett Dairy featured in Madison Magazine

apple.

Trees are offered in bundles of 25; shrubs in bundles of five.

All of the plants are bare-root stock and average 6” – 15” tall.

Wildflowers are available in five different collections of plants or three different selections of seed mix.

Pickup date will be the end of April 2011 and the beginning of June 2011 for the wildflower collections and seed.

Anyone interested in ordering product may contact the Burnett County Land and Water Conservation Department, County Government Center, 7410 CTH K, No. 109, Siren, WI 54872 or call 715-349-2186. - submitted

GRANTSBURG - The Grantsburg Area Food Shelf, Inc. received notice this month that on Oct. 3, the Internal Revenue Service had approved the food shelf’s application for becoming a 501 (c) 3 agency. This ruling is retroactive to the Jan. 29 application date. Any contributions that were directly given to the food shelf on or after Jan. 29 are tax deductible. Contributions prior to that date had to be made through one of the eight constituent churches in order to receive a tax deduction.

The 501 (c) 3 status also allows the food shelf to apply for various grants. The eight constituent churches now each appoint one voting member to the board of directors of the Grantsburg Area Food Shelf, Inc. All board meetings are open to the public. The next board meeting is on Monday, Nov. 29, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at Faith Lutheran Church in Grantsburg.

The board and manager wish to thank all of those individuals and organizations that have and are keeping them open with their generous contributions. They are serving more than 150 families in the Grantsburg School District area. - from Chuck Peterson, manager, Grantsburg Area Food Shelf, Inc.

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Tri-State jazz festival

The hole is in the wall The kids are happy

by Gregg Westigard Leader staff writer FREDERIC – The Frederic school 4K program has its hole in the wall and the young students are happy. The 4K program has been growing rapidly, up from 24 students in 2005 to 36 this fall, and teacher Erin Hansford needed more space for the program. There was an empty classroom next to the 4K room.

Hansford suggested that an opening in the wall between the two rooms would double her teaching area. She now has her space.

The young children in the 4K program

learn social skills by taking part in hands-on activities in small groups, projects that involve space for physical movement, Hansford told the school board in July. She said being limited to one room limited her teaching options and required a large amount of staffing time to set up and take down activity projects. With the additional space, project areas can be left in place, allowing more teaching time with the young students.

Hansford said that a number of volunteers, including some school board members and their families, worked with the contractor in opening the hole in the wall and building the support in the space. An idea that was talked about for many months is a reality.

On Thursday, Oct. 14, five Unity High School jazz band students participated with other top northland jazz musicians on the UW-Superior campus. These students gave their vacation day to the jazz workshop. They worked with the UW-Superior jazz ensemble, UWS faculty and guest clinicians. They had a full day of learning and on the evening presented a concert at 7 p.m. in the Thorpe Langley auditorium along with the UWS jazz ensemble. Pictured (L to R) are Brittney Bublitz, Beau Davison, Kayla Johnson, Dawn Michaelson and Ben Zahler. – Photo submitted

Luck Elementary student council

Front row (L to R): Merissa Lundquist, fifth grade; Jenny Olson, fifth grade; Julianna Thompson, fourth grade; and Jacob Lindner, fourth grade. Back row: Tiffany Brown, sixth grade; Tasian Arjes, fifth grade; Courtney Stevens, sixth grade; Alex Warren, fifth grade; Morgan Pfaff, sixth grade; Sierra Zuniga, fourth grade; Ava Ruhn Pouliot, sixth grade; and Katie Mattson, fourth grade. – Photo submitted

Bremer check to Salvation Army

A facsimile check for $75,000 from the Otto Bremer Foundation was presented to the Salvation Army of Burnett, Polk and St. Croix counties Thursday, Oct. 21. On hand for the presentation were (L to R): Duana Bremer, social services director for the Salvation Army in the three counties; Kelly Hibbs representing the Bremer Foundation; and Lori Heller, shelter manager for Faith House Shelter in Siren. The money will be used to help people in the three counties who need housing and aid for poverty conditions. According to Duana Bremer, there are 2,888 persons living in poverty in Burnett County, and that of the three counties, Burnett has the highest poverty level. - Photo by Nancy Jappe

The growing Frederic elementary 4K program now has double the space thanks to a new opening connecting two class rooms. 4K teacher Erin Hansford (left) had the support of elementary Principal Kelly Steen (right) in getting approval for the project. There are 36 young students in the two half-day 4K programs. – Photo by Gregg Westigard

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New Rotary member welcomed

Mark Cutter (L) from Edina Realty, Siren, was welcomed as a new member of the Siren/Webster Rotary Club by club President DuWayne Wiberg during the club meeting Thursday, Oct. 21. The Siren/Webster Rotary Club, chartered in March 2003, meets for lunch every Thursday at noon at the Pour House, Siren. Members of other Rotary clubs and anyone interested in applying for membership are welcome to attend. - Photo by Nancy Jappe

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Traditional outing for SCF fifth graders Mr. Y’s Fifth-Grade Camp

by Tammi Milberg Leader staff writer ST. CROIX FALLS – This week, the Leader brings you part four in a series of stories focusing on the young adolescent during National Month of the Young Adolescent in October. The series began with comments from fifth- and sixth-grade students about the challenges and the fun of middle-school life. Part two featured the seventh- and eighth-graders’ comments on the subject of middle school. In last week’s article, part three focused on the new program added to the middle school this year called advisory groups. This week’s subject is fifth-grade camp, a tradition for nearly 20 years that has created lasting memories recited yearly by classmates in graduation speeches as a highlight of their adolescent years. The camp this year took place Oct. 13-15.

Called Mr. Y’s Fifth-Grade Camp, held at Lake Wapogasset, the three-day adventure holds instructional blocks in an outdoor classroom with plenty of time for interacting with peers, older adolescents and adults in fun activities. The first page of the students camp booklet states, “Why we are going.” The first reason is “To enrich classroom studies through firsthand experiences in the outdoor environment with plants, animal, soil, etc.” Other reasons are listed such as building teamwork through sharing and group living experiences, learning the importance of ecology and caring for the natural environment, developing skills for healthful living and safety, provide the opportunity for appreciation and understanding of the outdoors, and the list goes on.

Students are grouped by gender into several cabins with adult and high school helper chaperones. Camp rules are established and included in the students camp booklets as well as duties, instructional groups and schedules. The camp begins on a Wednesday and ends on Friday. On

High school peer helpers at Mr. Y’s Fifth-Grade Camp held at Lake Wapogasset pose for a photo with the sign made for the St. Croix Falls campers. Many of these high school helpers recall their own fifth-grade camp-out as a positive and memorable experience. – Photos by Tammi Milberg Wednesday, a day trip to D.D. Kennedy takes place utilizing the county parkland as an environmental classroom. On Thursday night, parents and guests are invited to camp for a tour of facilities, campfire and sing-along. Parents and guests then depart, and the students participate in a

St. Croix Falls fifth-grader Jack Wilmer poses inside a makeshift shelter he and students built during a survival-skills instructional block led by teacher Nathan Steeber at fifth-grade camp.

Rick and Shelly Stemmann lead a plant and tree-identification instructional block at fifthgrade camp.

dance and have a snack before going to bed. Friday is a cleanup day with instructional blocks and group pictures before loading up buses to head back to school to unload camping equipment, and board students regular buses for home, hopefully for a restful weekend.

High school students who went through Mr. Y’s Fifth-Grade Camp come back and help at camp, giving them the opportunity to revisit the camp where they made their fifth grade memories, and providing an opportunity to mentor younger adolescents as they experience the camp for the first time.

Some of the instructional blocks offered at camp this year included water study, forestry study, prairie study, team-building activities, recycling, rivers are alive, orienteering, first aid, animals and more, art and nature, survival skills, outdoor cooking, sportsman’s notebook, outdoor trivia and plant and tree identification.

History of Mr. Y’s Fifth-Grade Camp Mr. Y stands for Mr. Yarolimek. Camp started 18 years ago when the fifth grade was still a part of the elementary school.

Fred Yarolimek was the elementary principal at that time. When he came to the district he started the camp. Several years later when the new middle school was

being built the fifth-graders were no longer going to be a part of the elementary school, but would become a part of the middle school and are still considered middle school students. It was during this period of transition that middle school principal Kathleen Willow worked with Yarolimek learning about camp with the understanding that she would take over when the middle school was complete, which she did. Then, in late spring of1997 Yarolimek was diagnosed with cancer and had to take a leave from his position.

“When fall came around he did join us at camp as he loved camp and wanted to be a part of it. It was at this camp we presented him with a plaque and officially renamed our camp in his honor - Mr. Y's (that is what the kids called him) FifthGrade Camp,” Willow said. “I made a promise to him that I would do everything possible to continue with camp as long as I was a part of the district. I have been doing camp now 15 years. Fred passed away the following February. I am hoping to be able to do a reunion-type celebration in two years when we will reach 20 years of camp and invite his family to let them know we are continuing with Fred's dream of a fifth-grade camp.”

On a nature hike at camp led by St. Croix Falls Middle School Principal Kathleen Willow and guidance counselor Denise Sinclear-Todd, students spot this uprooted tree and pose for a photo by the roots. Pictured front row (L to R) are: Sawyer Brice and Jack Wilmer. Back row (L to R) are: Dakota Frohn, Skyler Swenson-Reed and Claire Sharfenberg.

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Notices/Real Estate Polk County circuit court

TOWN OF BONE LAKE 2011 PUBLIC BUDGET HEARING

The Town of Bone Lake will hold a Public Hearing on the proposed budget for 2011, at the clerk’s home, on Thursday, November 11, 2010, at 7 p.m. The final budget is available for inspection at the clerk’s home, 715-472-8212.

NOTICE OF SPECIAL TOWN ELECTORS MEETING

This special town meeting will follow the completion of the public hearing on the proposed 2011 town budget. The purpose of the meeting is to adopt the 2010 town tax levy to be paid in 2011, pursuant to section 60.12 (1)(c) of Wis. Statutes. The Town of Bone Lake will hold its monthly town board meeting to adopt the proposed 2011 budget immediately following the levy adoption by the electors.

MONTHLY TOWN BOARD MEETING

Agenda: Call to order; reading of agenda; clerk’s minutes; treasurer’s report; adoption of 2011 budget; payment of bills; dam update; and, road report.

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All real estate advertising in this newspaper is subject to the Fair Housing Act which makes it illegal to advertise “any preference limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, or national origin, or an intention, to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination.” Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians; pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18.

This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To complain of discrimination call HUD toll-free at 1-800-6699777. The toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1800-927-9275.

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Terek L. Union, Balsam Lake, operating motor vehicle w/o proof of insurance, $10.00.

Steven L. Walker, Gary, Ind., speeding, $175.30; operate w/o valid license, $200.50.

Kari M. Webert, Cumberland, speeding, not guilty plea.

Kathleen A. Weeks, Balsam Lake, speeding, $175.30.

Kimberly A. Wells, New Richmond, fail to yield right of way to pedestrian, bicyclist, or EPAMD, $175.30.

Eric J. Wessling, St. Louis Park, Minn., speeding, $225.70.

Travis B. Wickbolt, Clear Lake, speeding, $175.30.

Michael E. Wilson, Clayton, speeding, $200.50.

Joseph A. Zierden, St. Paul, Minn., speeding, $200.50.

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Notice is hereby given that on Thursday, October 28, 2010, at 6:30 p.m. at the Town of Siren Town Hall, the commissioners for the Town of Siren Sanitary District No. 1 will hold a public hearing on the proposed budget for 2011. The following is a summary of the proposed 2011 budget. A detailed account of the 2011 proposed budget is on file with the District clerk and can be obtained by contacting the clerk at 715-349-5119.

2010 2011 % All Governmental Fund Types Budget Proposed Change REVENUES: Taxes: General Property Taxes $50,192 $50,192 0.0% Special Assessments 27,059 26,575 Public Charges for Services 67,474 72,000 Miscellaneous Interest Income 20,835 18,702 Total Revenue 165,560 167,469 1.2% EXPENDITURES: Public Works: Sanitation 42,795 Debt Service: Principal 61,317 Interest 49,026 Total Expenditures 153,138 Excess of Revenues Over Expenditures 12,422

62,301 46,077 147,898 19,571

FUND BALANCE JANUARY 1

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145,543

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149,565 15,549 $165,114

POLK COUNTY OPERATION CHRISTMAS Mon., Dec. 6 through Sat., Dec. 18, 2010

Location: Downstairs of the United VFW, north of Balsam Lake and the Unity School on Hwy. 46 We will be taking calls starting Mon., Nov. 1, 2010, to sign up for donations. Please call 715-485-8863.

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The 2011 proposed budget does not contain the addition of any newly provided services or the deletion of any currently provided services.

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FUND BALANCE DECEMBER 31: Designated for Debt Service Undesignated/Working Capital Total Fund Balance December 31

Cody A. Roettger, Luck, probationary license operate Class D vehicle between hours of midnight and 5 a.m., $263.50.

Nicole C. Roy, Cushing, speeding, $200.50.

Corey M. Rozowski, Superior, operating while suspended, $200.50; speeding, $225.70.

Francisco A. Sanchez, Minneapolis, Minn., operate w/o valid license, $200.50.

Kaitlyn D. Sawall, Gallatin, Texas, speeding, not guilty plea.

Brett J. Schletis, Minneapolis, Minn., speeding, not guilty plea.

Amanda L. Schmidt, Duluth, Minn., speeding, $175.30.

Mercedes R. Schnitzler, Somerset, speeding, $200.50.

Debra M. Schoen, St. Croix Falls, speeding, $175.30.

Jeremy D. Steffen, Amery, possess open intoxicants in MV, $263.50.

Gabriel R. Stoppelmoor, Turtle Lake, speeding, not guilty plea.

Terrance L. Stratton, Trego, speeding, $200.50.

Rochelle J. Tacheny, Luck, drink open intoxicants in MV, $200.50.

David W. Tomberlin, Siren, nonregistration of auto, etc., $175.30.

Tasha N. Tourville, Rushford, Minn., fail to yield right of way to pedestrian, bicyclist or EPAMD, not guilty plea.

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Minn., speeding, $200.50.

Ashley E. Kari, Albertville, Minn., speeding, $225.70; operate w/o valid license, $200.50.

Jon M. Magnuson, Clear Lake, speeding, not guilty plea.

Kasey L. Marks, Radisson, speeding, $175.30.

Christi K. McKusick, Clayton, speeding, $175.30.

Mackenzie S. McLeod, Beldenville, speeding, not guilty plea.

Charles A. Meyer, Wahpeton, N.D., speeding, $183.30.

Robert L. Miller, Mendota Heights, Minn., speeding, $200.50.

Jennifer M. Murphy, Frederic, speeding, $175.30.

Andrew R. Murtaugh, Turtle Lake, nonregistration of auto, etc., $175.30.

Collin T. Nelson, Maple Grove, Minn., speeding, $200.50.

Virinia M. Newbauer, Clear Lake, speeding, $175.30.

Jana L. Ormsby, New Richmond, speeding, $175.30.

Kerry M. Patton, Ramsay, Minn., speeding, $200.50.

Adam J. Reed, Luck, speeding, $200.50; operating while suspended, $200.50; operate w/o valid license, $200.50.

Scott C. Rile, Deephaven, Minn., speeding, $175.30.,

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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.

(Oct. 6, 13, 20, 27, Nov. 3, 10) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. Plaintiff, vs.

MARC R. COCHERELL, et al.

Defendants.

Case No.: 10 CV 63 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on April 26, 2010, in the amount of $121,427.76, the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: November 24, 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: Polk County Justice Center at 1005 W. Main Street, Balsam Lake, Wis. DESCRIPTION: Lot 1 of Certified Survey Map No. 1186, recorded in Volume 6 of Certified Survey Maps, on Page 2, as Document No. 449416, located in the Northwest 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 22, Township 35 North, Range 17 West, Town of Milltown, Polk County, Wisconsin.

PROPERTY ADDRESS: 2036 150th St., Milltown, WI 54858.

TAX KEY NO.: 040-00596-0000.

Dated this 27th week of September, 2010. /s/Sheriff Timothy G. Moore Polk County Sheriff Chaz M. Rodriguez Blommer Peterman, S.C. State Bar No. 1063071 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. (809660)

Kim S. Grossmann, Balsam Lake, operating a motor vehicle w/o insurance, $200.50.

Mark S. Gunnufson, Clear Lake, nonregistration of auto, etc., $175.30; operating a motor vehicle w/o insurance, $200.50.

William F. Hamilton, New Richmond, speeding, $200.50.

Jessie A. Harrison, Frederic, disorderly conduct with motor vehicle, not guilty plea.

Michael R. Harrison, Luck, improper colored lights, $162.70.

Timothy L. Hetchler, Chetek, speeding, $200.50.

Scott A. Hickethier, Centuria, seat belt violation, $10.00.

Michele M. Hoffbeck, Somerset, speeding, $175.30.

Jasen L. Jensen, Grantsburg, obstruct an officer, operating while suspended, $200.50; failure to notify police of accident, $263.50.

Joshua N. Jonet, Milltown, disorderly conduct, $263.50; possession of marijuana/drug paraphernalia, $263.50.

Sarah M. Kaiser, Red Wing,

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(Sept. 29, Oct. 6, 13, 20, 27, Nov. 3) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A., as Trustee for Option One Mortgage Loan Trust 2007-3 Asset-Backed Certificates, Series 2007-3 c/o American Home Mortgage Servicing Inc. Plaintiff, vs.

JAMES D. SCHUMACHER and JANE DOE, unknown spouse of James D. Schumacher; and DAVETTE SCHUMACHER, probable spouse of James D. Schumacher STEVEN R. TALMAGE; and DENTAL ARTS, S.C., Defendants.

Case No. 10-CV-185 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 May 13, 2010, in the amount of $221,846.29, the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: November 16, 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 24, Plat of Apple River Santuary, City of Amery, Polk County, Wis. PROPERTY ADDRESS: 913 Sunflower Way, City of Amery.

TAX KEY NO.: 201-00773-2400

Travis L. Braden, Clayton, speeding, $200.50.

Danny L. Cederberg, Miami Beach, Fla., speeding, $175.30.

Zachary E. Constant, Dresser, operating motor vehicle w/o proof of insurance, $10.00.

Stephen L. Duke, Luck, speeding, $175.30.

Cynthia S. Edwards, Lakewood, Calif., speeding, $200.50.

Misty R.M. Fast, Milltown, disorderly conduct; possession of marijuana drug paraphernalia, not guilty pleas.

Mikell A. Fleming, Turtle Lake, nonregistration of vehicle <= 10,000 lbs.; operating while revoked, not guilty pleas.

Brian P. Goff, Minneapolis, Minn., speeding, $175.30.

Alexander J. Greenwold, Balsam Lake, nonregistration of auto, etc., $175.30.

Michael G. Griffin, Balsam Lake, speeding, $175.30.

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Kaela J. Bechtold, Clear Lake, animal restrictions, habitually barks/annoys, $175.30.

Robert J. Biedler, Luck, disorderly conduct w/motor vehicle, $263.50.

Shannon K. Bolan, Anoka, Minn., fail./stop at stop sign, $175.30.

2010 2011 Proposed % Budget Budget Change $153,138 $147,898 - 3.4% $50,192 $50,192 0.0%

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Notices/Employment Opportunities

Dated this 4th day of October, 2010. /s/Timothy B. Moore Polk County Sheriff Donald R. Marjala - Lawyer WELD, RILEY, PRENN & RICCI, S.C. P.O. Box 1030 Eau Claire, WI 54702-1030 715-839-7786 Attorneys for Plaintiff 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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THIS DOCUMENT DRAFTED BY: REMINGTON LAW OFFICES, LLC 126 S. Knowles Avenue New Richmond, WI 54017 Telephone: 715-246-3422

GRANTSBURG SCHOOL DISTRICT 480 E. James Avenue • Grantsburg, WI 54840

NOTIFICATION OF EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Date: October 18, 2010 Title of Position: Cook’s Helper Hours: 3 hours. Be available for extra hours when needed.

Rate of Pay: Per contract schedule.

Description of Duties: 1. Assist with delivery, cleanup and serving lunch to students and staff.

Qualifications: 1. Good human relation skills when working with co-workers, staff, students and public.

2. Follow through on written and oral directions and requests in a positive and expedient manner.

3. Be able to communicate and show leadership skills.

4. Maintain a positive work attitude.

5. Demonstrate good work habits, punctuality, reliability, self-initiative and attendance.

6. Be flexible to a changing work schedule with changing responsibilities and demands.

7. Be able to lift 50 pounds.

8. Possess a valid driver’s license.

Closing Date For Application: November 8, 2010.

Contact: Lara Lerud, Food Service Director Grantsburg High School Phone #: 715-463-5165 Ext. 125 Or fill out an application at the district office.

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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NOTICE OF PUBLIC BUDGET HEARING TOWN OF MEENON, BURNETT COUNTY

Notice is hereby given that on Monday, November 8, 2010, at 6:30 p.m., at the Meenon Town Hall, a public hearing on the 2011 proposed budget for the Town of Meenon, Burnett County, will be held. The 2011 proposed budget in detail is available for inspection by contacting the Town Clerk at 715-866-4893.

For the Town Board, Suzanna M. Eytcheson, Clerk

NOTICE OF SPECIAL TOWN ELECTORS MEETING TOWN OF MEENON, BURNETT COUNTY

Notice is hereby given that on Monday, November 8, 2010, immediately following completion of the Public Hearing on the proposed 2011 budget, which begins at 6:30 p.m., at the Meenon Town Hall, a special town meeting of the electors called pursuant to Section 60.12(1)(b) of Wisconsin Statutes by the town board for the following purposes will be held: 1. To approve the total 2011 highway expenditures pursuant to Section 81.01(3) of Wisconsin Statutes.

2. To adopt the 2010 town tax levy to be collected in 2011 pursuant to Section 60.10(1)(a) of Wisconsin Statutes.

NOTICE OF TOWN BOARD MEETING FOR THE TOWN OF MEENON

Notice is hereby given that on Monday, November 8, 2010, immediately following the completion of the Special Town Electors meeting, the Town Board will meet to adopt the 2011 proposed budget for the Town of Meenon.

For the Town Board, Suzanna M. Eytcheson, Clerk Dated this 21st day of October, 2010.

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www.thel e a d e r. n e t (Oct. 13, 20, 27, Nov. 3, 10, 17) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY First National Bank & Trust Plaintiff, vs.

James L. Henke Todd Ellertson Defendants.

NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE Case No. 10 CV 26 Case Code 30404 By virtue of a judgment of foreclosure made in the aboveentitled action on April 28, 2010, I will sell at public auction at the Polk County Justice Center, located at 1005 West Main St., in the City of Balsam Lake, Polk County, Wisconsin, on the 23rd day of November, 2010, at 10:00 a.m., all of the following described premises, to wit: Parcel Ia: Lot 2 of Certified Survey Map No. 2014, Volume 9, Page 162, being located in the Northeast Quarter of the Southeast Quarter of Section 33, Township 35 North, Range 15 West, (in the Town of Johnstown), Polk County, Wis. Parcel Ib: Together with nonexclusive rights of ingress and egress over and across the ingress-egress and utility easements as more fully depicted on Certified Survey Maps 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014 and 2015.

Parcel IIA: Part of Government Lot 1, Section 27, Range 35 North, Range 16 West (in the Town of Georgetown), Polk County, Wisconsin, described as follows: Commencing at a point on the East Boundary line of Government Lot 1,400 feet South of the Northeast corner of Section 27; thence running South on the East boundary line of Government Lot 1,100 feet; thence running West on a course parallel with the North boundary line of Lot 1 to an intersection with the high-water mark on the shore of Blake Lake; thence following the shores of Blake Lake at a high-water mark in a Northwesterly direction to a point 400 feet due South of the North boundary line of Government Lot 1; thence running east on a course parallel with the North boundary line of Government Lot 1 to the East boundary line of Government Lot 1, which is the point of beginning; Commencing at the Northwest corner of Government Lot 10, of Section 26, Township 35 North, Range 16 West (in the Town of Georgetown), Polk County, Wis.; thence South along the West line of said Lot, 400 feet to the point of beginning; thence East 80 feet; thence South parallel with the West line of said Lot, 100 feet; thence West 80 feet, thence North along the West line to the point of beginning; Parcel IIB: Together with and subject to all rights, benefits and burdens of that certain driveway agreement and easement as recorded in Volume 436 of Records, Page 606, Document No. 405563.

TERMS OF SALE: (10% cash down payment at sale, balance within ten (10) days of Court approval).

Dated at Menomonie, Wis., this 4th day of October, 2010.

Tim Moore Sheriff The property is located at: 794 200th Avenue, Luck, WI 54853.

Andrew J. Harrington WSB #1061492 LIDEN & DOBBERFUHL, S.C. Attorneys for the Plaintiff 425 E. LaSalle Ave. P.O. Box 137 Barron, WI 54812 Telephone: 715-537-5636

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(Oct. 6, 13, 20, 27, Nov. 3, 10) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY ANCHORBANK, FSB Plaintiff vs.

MICHAEL P. FLAHERTY SALLY M. FLAHERTY J.H. LARSON ELECTRICAL COMPANY XYZ CORPORATION ABC PARTNERSHIP JOE DOE MARY ROWE Defendants.

Case No. 09CV658 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE By virtue of Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above-entitled action on May 27, 2010, the undersigned Sheriff of Polk County, Wisconsin, will sell at public auction at the front entrance of the Polk County Justice Center, 1005 W. Main Street, in the City of Balsam Lake, in said county, on the 2nd day of December, 2010, at 10:00 a.m., the real estate and mortgaged premises directed by the Judgment to be sold, therein described as follows: A parcel of land in the Northeast Quarter of the Northwest Quarter (NE 1/4 of NW 1/4), Section 10, Township 34 North, Range 17 West, described as follows: Commencing at the Northeast corner of the NW 1/4 of Section 10-3417, running thence West 16 rods along the section line; running thence due south on a line parallel to the quarter section line 20 rods; running thence East 16 rods to the quarter section line; running thence North 20 rods; to the place of beginning, containing 2 acres, more or less, Polk County, Wisconsin.

PROPERTY ADDRESS: 501 W. Main St., Balsam Lake, Wis. TERMS OF SALE: Cash.

DOWN PAYMENT: A deposit of 10% of sale price to be deposited in cash or by certified check with the Sheriff at the time of sale; balance to be paid by cash or certified check within ten days after confirmation of sale.

(Sept. 29, Oct. 6, 13, 20, 27, Nov. 3) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY WASHINGTON MUTUAL BANK, nka JP MORGAN CHASE BANK, NA Plaintiff vs.

RAYMOND SCHULLER, et al Defendants Case No. 08 CV 668 Hon. Molly E GaleWyrick, Br. 1 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on December 8, 2008, in the amount of $222,063.60, the Polk County Sheriff will sell the premises described below at public auction as follows: DATE/TIME: November 10, 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, encumbrances and payment of applicable transfer taxes.

PLACE: In the Lobby of the Polk County Justice Center, located at 1005 West Main Street, Balsam Lake, Wis., 54810 PROPERTY DESCRIPTION: Lot 3 of CSM No. 3931 recorded in Volume 17 of CSM, Page 194, as Document No. 644993. Located in part of the Southwest 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4, Section 1, Township 32 North, Range 19 West.

Said land being in the Town of Farmington, Polk County, Wis. ADDRESS: 2483 50th Avenue, Osceola, WI 55020.

TAX KEY NO: 022-00028-0300.

Dated this 23rd day of September, 2010.

Tim Moore Polk County Sheriff Cummisford, Acevedo & Associates, LLC Attorney for Plaintiff Mark R. Cummisford State Bar #1034906 6508 South 27th Street Suite #6 Oak Creek, WI 53154 414-761-1700 Cummisford, Acevedo & Associates, LLC, is the creditor’s attorney and is attempting to collect a debt on its behalf. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

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William T. Menne, Unknown Spouse of William T. Menne and Unknown Tenants Defendants, NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE Case No.: 10 CV 233 Case Code: 30404 Judge: Molly E. GaleWyrick PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on July 29, 2010, in the amount of $141,119.90, the Polk County Sheriff will sell the described property at public auction as follows: DATE/TIME: November 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, Polk County Sheriff’s Office, 1005 West Main St., Suite 900, Balsam Lake, WI 54810.

DESCRIPTION: Lot 1 of Certified Survey Map No. 4014, recorded in Volume 18 of Certified Survey Maps, Page 44, as Document No. 652142, located in the Southwest Quarter of the Southeast Quarter (SW1/4 SE1/4), Section 34, Township 36 North, Range 17 West, Town of Luck, Polk County, Wisconsin.

PROPERTY ADDRESS: 2412 145th Street, Luck, WI 54853.

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 651-349-2878 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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(Oct. 27, Nov. 3, 10, 17, 24, Dec. 1) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY U.S. BANK, NA, as Successor Trustee to Wachovia Bank, NA fka First Union National Bank as Trustee for Long Beach Mortgage Loan Trust 2000 - 1 Plaintiff vs.

BRIAN M. LAWRENCE, et al.

Defendants Case No. 10 CV 239 Hon. Robert H. Rasmussen, Br. 2 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on June 1, 2010, in the amount of $66,504.54, the Polk County Sheriff will sell the premises described below at public auction as follows: DATE/TIME: December 8, 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, encumbrances and payment of applicable transfer taxes.

PLACE: In the Lobby of the Polk County Justice Center, located at 1005 West Main Street, Balsam Lake, WI 54810 PROPERTY DESCRIPTION: The East 210 feet of the North 1,000 feet of the West 1/2 of the West 1/2 of the Northeast 1/4, Section 21, Township 36 North of Range 20 West, Town of Sterling, Polk County, Wisconsin.

ADDRESS: 3340 Evergreen Avenue, Grantsburg, WI 54840 TAX KEY NO.: 046-01281-0000 Dated the 28th day of September, 2010.

Tim Moore Polk County Sheriff Cummisford, Acevedo & Associates, LLC Attorney for Plaintiff Mark R. Cummisford, State Bar #1034906 6508 South 27th St., Suite #6 Oak Creek, WI 53154 414-761-1700 Cummisford, Acevedo & Associates, LLC is the creditor’s attorney and is attempting to collect a debt on its behalf. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

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THE ESTATE OF JENNIE SURBER her heirs and successors and assigns and ALL UNKNOWN PARTIES CLAIMING ANY INTEREST IN SAID PROPERTY, Defendants.

Code No. 30405 SUMMONS Case No. 770 THE STATE OF WISCONSIN to said defendant: You are hereby summoned and required to serve upon Remington Law Offices, LLC, plaintiff’s attorney, whose address is set forth below, an answer to the complaint which is herewith served upon you within forty-five (45) days of receiving this summons, you must respond with a written answer. The answer must be sent or delivered to the court, whose address is Clerk of Circuit Court, Polk County Justice Center, 1005 West Main Street, Suite 300, P.O. Box 549, Balsam Lake, WI 54810, and to James T. Remington, plaintiff’s attorney, whose address is 126 S. Knowles Avenue, New Richmond, WI 54017. You may have an attorney help or represent you.

If you do not provide a proper answer within forty-five (45) 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.

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Luck shuts out Clayton in a Level 1 cold hurricane Luck 13, Clayton 0

by Greg Marsten Leader staff writer TURTLE LAKE – The unseeded Luck Cardinals advanced to the level 2 playoff bracket in Division 7 with a 13-0 upset shutout of the fourth-seeded Clayton Bears in Turtle Lake Tuesday, Oct. 26, amid the equivalent of hurricane conditions.

Neither squad was able to do much with the ball on offense, as the cold temps, rain and 50-mph winds made every maneuver, pass, handoff and kick a risky maneuver in the mud.

The Cardinals were able to capitalize early in the contest, punching a hole through the right side of the Bear defensive line midway through the first quarter, enough to allow the speedy Landen Strilzuk room to sweep wide and punch through for a 30-yard touchdown scamper.

Roger Steen nailed a wind-aided extra point to make it 7-0 Luck, who never trailed in the contest.

Both squads had a hard time keeping

possession, as fumbles were as common as raincoats. Neither team was able to make many of their possessions count for much after the first half, as first downs were few and far between in the windy open air of Turtle Lake stadium.

Luck took advantage of the conditions for running, as their talented backfield was able to run off tackle and sweep wide to keep the Clayton defense guessing, and the Bear offense on the sidelines, culminating in a 6-yard Ben Kufalk score with 8:15 remaining in the first half. The twopoint conversion was no good, and the

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Luck junior Ben Kufalk puts his head down and bores through a hole in the Clayton defensive line in the Cardinal's 13-0 win in the playoff opener Tuesday, Oct. 26, in Turtle Lake. – Photo by Greg Marsten

Local teams play lights-out football, literally Both teams dominate in playoffs, move to level 2 Grantsburg 44, Elk Mound 0

by Marty Seeger Leader staff writer HAYWARD – It was a wacky night of playoff football and one no area team will soon forget, as 20 mph winds that frequently reached gusts of up to 50 mph changed game plans and forced power outages. In Grantsburg the lights went completely out with just over a minute to go at halftime, resulting in the game being moved to Frederic, where the Vikings were having their own lighting problems against Elmwood. The Vikings eventually finished their game, and the Pirates played shortly after, scoring 14 second-

half points for a 44-0 win.

“It was crazy, I’ve never been a part of anything like it,” said Grantsburg coach Keith Lehne, whose team bus got stuck in the mud at Frederic after the game, forcing his athletes to get out and push it out.

The Pirates game finally ended at around 11:30 p.m., in Frederic.

The Pirates were having their way against Elk Mound during the first half in Grantsburg. Elk Mound took the kickoff but struggled to move the ball with the Pirates solid defense, which caused a fumble and gave Grantsburg their first possession of the game with 8:20 still to go in the first quarter. The Pirates ran the ball very well in their first possession, getting all the way to the Mounders 5-yard line.

Facing fourth down and six, senior Kyle Johnson found an opening and with the two PAT the Pirates took their 8-0 lead.

Despite giving up a 42-yard kickoff return, the Pirates stopped the Mounders

Derek Bertelsen had a stellar ground game going for Grantsburg in less than ideal conditions for a football game. – Photo by Marty Seeger

and took over on downs near midfield, and entered the second quarter with their 8-0 lead. At the start of the second quarter, Derek Bertelsen took it 35 yards downfield, eventually setting himself up for a 13-yard touchdown, which helped Grantsburg stretch their lead to 16-0.

On the ensuing kickoff, the Pirates backed Elk Mound to their 7-yard line and the defense eventually forced them to punt on fourth down and 19. The Pirates started their next drive from their own 43yard line, and Johnson worked through a number of huge blocks by the Pirates offensive line, taking it 47 yards to the Mounders 11-yard line. The Pirates worked their way to the 1-yard line, and despite facing fourth and one, Bertelsen

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Frederic's Tony Peterson rounds his way to the sidelines against Elmwood Tuesday, Oct. 26. Peterson had 210 yards on 26 carries to go along with three touchdowns. – Photo

by Becky Amundson

••• AUGUSTANA , S.D. – Former Saints athlete Jenny Benoy has been busy with the Augustana Vikings golf team this fall. In early October, Benoy finished in first place at the Husky Classic in St. Cloud, Minn. She finished 17 over par.

Benoy is in her sophomore year with the Vikings, and is maJenny Benoy joring in chemistry according to the school Web site, which can be found at www.goaugie.com. – Marty Seeger with information from www.goaugie.com ••• AUGUSTANA, S.D. – After redshirting his first year of college at Augustana College in South Dakota, Luck graduate Brennan Olson is set to enter his freshman year with the Vikings basketball team. As a Luck Cardinal, Olson finished his senior year with an average of 22.6 points per game, and 11.3 rebounds. Brennan Olson Augustana was recently picked to finish fourth in the 2010-11 Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference in a coaches preseason poll. – Marty Seeger with information from www.goaugie.com ••• GREEN BAY – The Packers at Jets football game is being broadcast on 105.7 FM on Sunday, Oct. 31, beginning at noon.

••• MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. – The Oct. 31 Vikings at Patriots game begins at 3:15 p.m. and can be heard on 104.9 FM. ••• MADISON – The Wisconsin Badgers hockey games against Michigan Tech can be heard on 1260 AM on Oct. 29 and Oct. 30 beginning at 7 p.m. both nights.

••• 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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Pirates looking to peak Thursday against Washburn Defeat Tigers for 17th consecutive regional title Grantsburg 3, Webster 0

by Marty Seeger Leader staff writer GRANTSBURG – You probably won’t see the Pirate girls volleyball team jamming to the Bachman Turner Overdrive hit “You Ain’t seen Nothing Yet,” but the title is a fitting way to describe exactly where the Pirates are at heading into sectional play this Thursday, Oct. 28.

After coming away with a crushing sweep against Clear Lake on Friday, Oct. 22, (25-13, 25-11 and 25-5) the Pirates entered their regional game against Webster the following Saturday – prepared and ready for battle – winning three games (25-12, 25-13 and 25-10). Webster is one of only two teams to win a game against the Pirates this season, yet it was an entirely different game and different atmosphere Saturday during the regional championship.

“Webster played well, my kids played very well. The kids were just psyched up and ready to play in the regional … we came out swinging and it sure showed,” said Pirates coach Bill Morrin, who coached his team to Grantsburg’s 17th consecutive regional crown. But the Pirates aren’t thinking in terms of consecutive titles, or the fact that they’re one of only two teams in the state who are undefeated. Morrin’s team understands what’s at stake and from here on out it’s one game at a time.

“We’re just trying to prepare our kids for what we need to do. We take a look at what other teams have and how we match up,” said Morrin, who added that people oftentimes make comparisons of this year’s team to teams in the past. He says that last year’s team had skills that this year’s team doesn’t have, yet at the same time, this year’s team has skills that are better than what they had last season.

“It’s really unfair to the kids to make those comparisons because each year is different,” Morrin said. “There have been kids playing right now that have been waiting their turn to play. Now they’re getting their opportunity and they are taking advantage of the time they get to play.

It is a different season, different group of kids.”

Just one of several standouts on the Pirates team is senior Kortney Morrin who is a powerful outside hitter that has been coming into her own over the past week.

She was recently nominated to the MaxPreps player of the week with her performances at the team’s most recent tournaments.

“In the past two games she’s just become a different hitter. She’s really hitting the ball with authority right now. I mean, she always has, but it’s been a little bit different in the last two matches,” said coach, and dad, Morrin.

Team setter, Emily Cole, who is also a

The Grantsburg Pirates add their 17th consecutive regional title to their list of accomplishments after the 3-0 win over Webster on Saturday, Oct. 23. – Photo by Scott Hoffman senior, is credited for getting the ball in place for Morrin, but also contributes her share of hits on offense as well.

“Emily Cole did a great job of setting.

She was just putting the ball up there for her and letting her do what she wanted to, and against Webster she hit the ball very well too,” Morrin said.

Gabby Witzany, a junior, has been another key hitter on the right side of the court for Grantsburg.

“She’s been having some big swings over there for us,” Morrin said.

At the net, Carly Larson has been doing a fine job, getting key blocks and getting in on the offensive attack when she can.

Morrin says he hopes to incorporate her even more on offense which will only add to their arsenal.

Senior Tiffany Meyer has been a key component as the team’s libero, and plays solid defense in the back row.

“She’s been having a great year and serving real well as a libero, and she’s doing a great job,” said Morrin.

Grantsburg has the ability to come at their opponent in several directions, yet an added bonus to their success this year has been on the serving end. They have nearly 380 aces on the season, which has really opened up the team’s offensive attack.

“It keeps other teams out of system. It gives us an opportunity to get a few free balls to run our offense on them, and that makes a big difference,” Morrin said.

There are several other key contributors to the Pirates volleyball team and while it looks like they’re at the top of their game, Morrin said they still have yet to peak but they’ve been very close at times.

“I don’t think that we’ve gotten to the point where we’ve peaked yet, to where we’re going to see our kids play their best

Webster Tigers show their excitement after a 3-1 win over Unity in the regional semifinals on Friday, Oct. 22. – Photos by Brenda Martin

ball. We haven’t seen that yet,” Morrin said.

Once that happens, Morrin believes his team is going to be “extremely tough,” and the Pirates will get the opportunity to show what they have against Washburn, a team they’ve defeated twice this year, this Thursday, Oct. 28. Washburn is the only other team, besides Webster, to have taken a game away from the Pirates all season.

“Right now it’s a 1-0 thing. We just need to make sure that we are preparing for each game and that we’re not looking ahead. They (team) know what’s at stake,” Morrin said.

Washburn and Grantsburg will play at the Webster High School, beginning at 7 p.m.

Webster 3, Unity 1 WEBSTER – The Webster Tigers made it through the WIAA regional semifinals winning 3-1 over the Unity Eagles on Friday, Oct. 22. Unity won the first game 2523, but Webster took the next three 25-10, 25-18 and 25-22 to end the match.

The first game was kept tight between the two teams. Unity received the first point as Webster’s serve sailed out of bounds. Eagle sophomore Shauna Jorgenson scored the team’s second point but possession was switched to the Tigers with a Unity serve going out. Crystal Donahue scored five kills for Unity during the first game, while Webster’s Ally Daniels scored two, Michelle Gibbs two and Mary Johnson one. Johnson sent over two unanswered serves during the game and Siiri

Kortney Morrin goes up for one of her many kills of the season against Clear Lake on Friday, Oct. 22. – Photo by John Reed Larsen aced one serve.

The score was tied eight times during the first game of the match. The final time was at point 23 after a lift by Webster and an out-serve on Unity. The Eagles won the game on Webster sending a tip and a hit out of the court lines.

The second game went quickly in the Tigers favor, while the next two were more of a battle. Unity started with the lead in the third game and led until it got tied at nine, where Webster took over and kept themselves two steps ahead the rest of the game.

The Eagles didn’t take the first few points in the third match, but took over the lead for more than half of the game.

Tying the game at 22, the Tigers took the victory on two Unity errors and one ace serve by Daniels.

Gibbs led the Webster team in stats with 12 total kills, one assist, one ace and two digs. Daniels made 10 kills, three aces and one dig. Larsen killed one, made 15 assists and served one ace. Johnson got three kills against Unity and three serving aces.

Amber Davis killed one, assisted in four, aced one and got two digs. Alyssa Main made one kill and blocked one. – Brenda Martin, Leader staff writer

Unity’s Hailey Olson sends a hit over Webster blockers Michelle Gibbs (No. 4) and Alyssa Main (No. 13).

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Regional final goes Luck’s way with Turtle Lake upset Luck and Clayton go toe-to-toe in second round Luck 3, Turtle Lake 1

by Greg Marsten Leader staff writer TURTLE LAKE – The upstart Luck Cardinals surprised everyone but themselves on Saturday, Oct. 23, with a 3-1 win over the Turtle Lake Lakers in the regional volleyball finale at Turtle Lake.

The top-seeded Lakers held the reins all season at home and not just against the Cards, whom they swept handily earlier in the season. The last time Turtle Lake lost a home contest was in October of 2009, against New Auburn, in the playoffs.

The “our house” chants from Laker players and fans during breaks has credence, under the glow of three straight state championship banners from the ‘90s.

There is a long history of playoff dominance that follows the Lakers, and they showed it during trying times against Luck, which was able to overcome that stigma and win in four closely fought matches.

The contest started with a Luck lead but became anyone’s contest. That lead was traded back and forth six times, with Turtle Lake recovering and going up, 21-20, killing Luck’s momentum, and leading to a Laker win in that first match, 25-21.

Luck started out slow in the second game, trailing 12-6 before head coach

Luck's Taylor Joy (No. 9) sets up a shot for teammates against Clayton on Friday.

The Cardinals wore horn-rimmed glasses as a show of unity after their playoff win. – Photos by Greg Marsten Alyssa Notermann called a time-out.

Whatever she said seemed to work, and her squad came back and tied it up at 1313, killing the Laker momentum. The Cards were nearly flawless in their execution from then on, passing as well as they have all season, and using finesse on a team that was likely expecting them to try to overpower the seasoned and talented Laker blockers. The Cards went up 21-18, and rallied to stifle the Lakers after several aces by freshman setter Tessa Clemenson, winning 25-20 and suddenly making early Laker victories a distant memory.

The Lakers led most of the way in the third match, with Luck taking over as they approached 20 points, eventually leading 22-18 before Laker head coach Jackie Torgerson called a time-out to break the Luck rally. But it didn’t work, as the Cards exploded with several impressive kills by Bella Nelson and Morgan Denny to take the match, 25-19, for a 2-1 lead.

Suddenly it was Turtle Lake’s match to lose, as the Cardinals had the inertia and forced the normally steady Laker defenders to get outside their comfort zone with some shots. The pressure on both teams led to several commendable volleys as the score rose steadily, with neither team leading by more than three points. But the Cardinals have slowly peaked as the season has progressed, and they proved it again with impressive cool under pressure in that final match, holding on to win, 2522, for a 3-1 contest victory.

That playoff win sent the visiting Luck fans and players into a frenzy on the court, as senior Denny retrieved the regional plaque from Turtle Lake staffers, and went running across the court, holding the prize high over their heads, kissing, hugging and jumping around on the court in a rare way, as Laker fans seemed

stunned by the upset. The Luck girls were unaccustomed to having it in their possession, and made sure it never left their hands.

The squad then donned horn-rimmed “nerd” glasses as a team to pose with their prize, in a hilarious show of team unity.

The Lakers finished the season at 8-2 in conference play, losing only to Grantsburg and Webster. They were 19-10 overall, and will graduate as much senior talent as any squad in the West Lakeland.

Luck was the first to score 20 points in all four matches, and showed a court presence and precision serving like they haven’t exhibited all season. With the win, the school has their first regional volleyball title in recent memory, and goes on to play the 2009 Division 4 state champion McDonnell Central Macks on Thursday, Oct. 28, at Turtle Lake in the sectional semifinal.

The Cards have now won 10 of their last 12 contests - including that earlier Laker loss - and now move to a level of competition beyond their normal opponents.

The Luck squad has their work cut out for them against the 38-6 Macks, but the young Cards have shown amazing calm under pressure during the playoffs this fall, and may indeed be an underdog with a Cinderella slipper in their gym bag ... right next to their horn-rimmed specs.

Luck 3, Clayton 2 LUCK – The second-seeded Luck Cardinals and third-seeded Clayton Bears faced off Friday, Oct. 22, in the secondround regional volleyball playoffs at Luck in Division 4 postseason action, and it went right to the end, with the Cards coming away with a close-fought 3-2 victory to advance on to the regional finals.

Luck had done a good job of collaring the Bears earlier this season, shutting

Luck seniors Morgan Denny and Sarah Elert retrieve the regional title plaque to share with the squad. them down, 3-1, in a Sept. 21 match that went all Luck’s way.

But this time it was a squeaker, with the Cards winning the first match, in spite of several service errors, by a 25-20 final score. The second match was tied for much of the later points, with Luck going up, 23-19, before the Bears rallied and came back to win, 26-24.

Clayton had some excellent serving work in the third match, getting them back in after a 22-17 Luck lead. But the Cards recovered and came back to win, 25-23. The Bears fought the pressure in the fourth match, tying the Cards at 13-13, after an early Luck lead, and running up the score for a 25-16 stunner that forced a deciding fifth match.

Clayton jumped to an early head start in that contest, going up 7-3 before the Luck serving got back on track to tie it up at 7-7, and then with the Cards going up, 10-8. Clayton took a time-out but could not kill the Cardinal inertia, ultimately losing, 15-10, for a 3-2 Luck victory.

The Bears finished the season at 6-4 in conference play, and with an impressive 17-7 overall record. But they had a hard time playing against the upstart Cardinals, and that seemed the case again in the playoffs.

Luck earned a right to play against topseeded Turtle Lake on the road Saturday.

Season ends in Hayward for St. Croix Falls Several seniors play final match for Saints Hayward 3, St. Croix Falls 0

by Marty Seeger Leader staff writer HAYWARD – The Saints volleyball team saw their season come to an abrupt end at the hands of the No. 1 seed Hayward on Friday, Oct. 22, (21-25, 11-25 and 15-25) in the regional semifinal match.

“It was a tough night for us. We started out the night playing very well. We played them very well and very tight,” said Saints coach Stacie Hoff, but some things just didn’t go in favor for the Saints.

“We had one stretch during the first game where we couldn’t seem to get the ball in play and Hayward scored six straight points. Then the second game was

close in the beginning, we were down by four, 9-13, and we gave them eight straight points and never seemed to bounce back after that point,” Hoff said.

St. Croix Falls had a 7-7 tie going for them in the third game, but Hoff said the team gave up seven consecutive points to the Hurricanes and couldn’t bite their way back.

“It was a very disappointing night because I really think that if we would have played our game that we could have beat them, or at least won a game or two,” Hoff said, but added that her seniors played pretty well for their final game. Seniors included Heather Gilbert, Jessica Larcom, Alicia Chelberg, Katelynn Meyer and Alex Lunde.

Hoff said Chelberg went through the game without any hitting errors, which was a first for her.

“We will definitely miss our seniors. We

lose a great outside hitter, our only setter, and my three back-row players. Next year we will have a lot of positions to fill,” said Hoff.

Despite an up-and-down season, Hoff was pleased with being able to defeat a very tough team in Luck, as well as their come-from-behind win against Northwestern in the first round of the playoffs.

Against Hayward, Sarah Petznick led with seven kills, 11 solo blocks and 10 digs. Natalie Sempf had three kills, six solo blocks and nine digs. Sydney Geisness had four kills, six solo blocks and nine digs. Gilbert had nine digs and 16 assists. Chelberg had four kills and nine digs, Meyer left with five digs and an ace, and Larcom had two digs. Alexis Erickson had three kills, and was in on four blocks.

LEFT: Sydney Geisness hits a kill in a previous game. – File photo by Marty Seeger

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Pack mentality pushes Pirate boys to state First team qualifier for Grantsburg since 2005

by Marty Seeger Leader staff writer OSCEOLA – For the first time since 2005, the Grantsburg Pirate boys crosscountry team is state bound after their performance at sectionals in Boyceville Saturday, Oct. 23.

It was an exciting race to the finish line for the entire team, but in particular, with senior Steven McKinley and teammate Zack Arnold. In the last few meters of the race it was neck and neck until McKinley charged ahead to finish with a time of 17:13.7, which was good enough for seventh place in the overall standings.

Throughout the entire season, Arnold had been the team’s No. 1 runner, yet McKinley saved it all for the sectional despite a few struggles with injuries this season.

McKinley is also no stranger to the sectional meet, or the state meet for that matter. In 2008 he finished 65th at the state meet and improved nine spots at state in 2009.

The Grantsburg boys cross-country team is state bound for the first time since 2005, taking the sectional championship title in Boyceville on Saturday, Oct. 23. – Photo by Marty Seeger Arnold was right on his heels, however, and also finished in the top 10 with an eighth-place finish and a flat time of 17:18.

This is Arnold’s first trip to state, along with juniors Kyle Roberts, Brendan Kutz, Daniel Biorn, Nick Lindgren and freshman Jacob Ohnstad.

“From a coach’s perspective I couldn’t be prouder of their efforts. Just about all of them had personal-best times. They knew what they had to do and they gave it their all. It was a phenomenal effort by

the whole team. This is what we have been working for all season long and it is nice to see them peaking at just the right time,” said coach Paul Huskamp.

Roberts was the third finisher on the team with a time of 17:50.2 and landed in 15th place, while Kutz came in 19th with a time of 18:04.6. Biorn placed 22nd with a time of 18:11.9, Ohnstad took 31st with a 18:19.6 and Lindgren secured the 75th spot with a time of 19:57.9.

“We run very well in a pack. We don’t

necessarily have a superstar runner,” said Arnold, who attended the state meet last season to get a feel for the course, and get a taste of what state competition would be like.

Arnold said he and the rest of the team had a good feeling about their chances at making it to state from the Sherstad Invitational in Grantsburg, which was the very first meet of the season. Nearly each member of the Pirates came to the finish line and it was then they all realized their potential.

“We didn’t even try to run together, we just happened to be all right by each other,” said Arnold, who says the team is hoping for at least sixth place or higher at state judging by the rest of the competition. Despite McKinley’s senior status on the team, he’s the only one not coming back, which makes next year even more exciting for Arnold and the other members of the Pirates cross-country team.

“I think next year we can even be better, even though we’ll be without one of our top runners. I just have a feeling we’ll be better next year,” Arnold said.

The Pirate boys race, and other boys state qualifiers in Division 3 will begin at 11 a.m., at Ridges Golf Course in Wisconsin Rapids this Saturday, Oct. 30.

Saints nearly get a pair to state 19:50.31, while Colton Sorenson finished with a time of 20:15.

Division 2 sectional in Amery proves tough for area teams

by Marty Seeger Leader staff writer AMERY – St. Croix Falls and the Unity/Luck cross-country teams battled one of the toughest area courses in Amery on Friday, Oct. 22, with at least two Saints boys getting very close to a trip to state.

St. Croix Falls senior Alex Frey was just one spot shy of a trip to state as he finished 12th-place overall with a time of 18:18.94. He finished two seconds behind Ladysmith’s Andrew Hekte and about five seconds behind Hayward’s Louis Ostrander, who made it to state in the fifth spot with a time of 18:12.64.

Also finishing near the top was Saints junior Rashaud Kelash, who placed 14th overall with a time of 18:23.87. Senior Nate Gravesen ran his last race in Amery with a time of 19:09.30 and 26th place. As a team the Saints placed seventh overall out of 16 teams, while Unity/Luck fin-

Saint Alex Frey finished one spot shy of qualifying for state. – Photos by Marty Seeger ished 11th overall, with freshman Austin Baker leading the team with a time of 19:50.14, and 43rd place. Mickey Muller was on Baker’s heels with a time of

St. Croix Falls Rashaud Kelash placed 14th overall at the sectional meet in Amery.

Division 2 girls results AMERY – St. Croix Falls and Unity/Luck girls cross-country teams had a tough go at the sectional meet in Amery, with the Saints taking 10th as a team and Unity/Luck placing 15th overall.

Leading the Saints under overcast skies and comfortable temperatures was sophomore Allie Holmdahl, who finished with a time of 18:35. Senior Bailey Bergmann wasn’t far behind with a time of 18:41.

Bergmann qualified for the state meet as a freshman, and ends a very successful career with St. Croix Falls cross country.

A very young Unity/Luck team was led by freshmen Emily Bethke, Ella Luepke, Jade Rau and Olivia Coen, who had times of 19:03, 19:27, 20:42 and 21:08 respectively. Sophomores Megan Volgren and Anna Luepke finished with times of 22:53 and 23:18 respectively.

St. Croix Falls Allie Holmdahl (No. 501) and Bailey Bergmann finished within seconds.

Austin Baker led the Unity boys team.

Saint Nate Gravesen took 26th place.

Saint Autumn Erickson took 64th overall.

Savannah Stone placed 58th for the Saints.

The Unity/Luck girls team warms up for the sectional race in Amery on Friday, Oct. 22.

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Viking girls making second trek to state Webster’s Emma Kelby and Grantsburg’s Angela Gaffney reach state

by Marty Seeger Leader staff writer BOYCEVILLE – After taking a seventhplace finish in 2009 as a team at state, the Frederic Viking girls cross-country team will get a shot at improving on that mark as they prepare for their second straight state appearance this Saturday, Oct. 30, in Wisconsin Rapids.

“Coach Ian Karl and I were very pleased with the final results of the meet. We were OK with taking second place to Colfax; we knew they were going to be the hard team to beat,” said co-coach Eric Olson.

Colfax was led by sectional champion Sarah McMahon, who defeated secondplace finisher Breanna Colbenson of Spring Valley by five seconds with a time of 14:33.7. Frederic’s Sarah Knauber placed third overall with a time of 15:59.3, and teammate Sam Nelson was fourth with a time of 16:01. Calla Karl had a nice finish with sixth overall and a time of 16:11.4.

The Frederic girls cross-country team will make their second straight state appearance this Saturday, Oct. 30, in Wisconsin Rapids. – Photos by Marty Seeger Despite being ecstatic that the girls are heading to state for the second straight year, Olson and Ian Karl seemed more pleased with the season overall.

“These kids gave it all they had, all the time! You couldn’t ask for a more inspiring group. From the practices, to the bus rides, to the meets themselves, these kids are a real joy to be around,” Olson said.

Others rounding out the Vikes secondplace finish were Sage Karl with a time of 17:31.7; Leah Ingebretson, 17:46.9; Tanesha Carlson, 17:47.6 and Katie Simpson, 17:48.

Six of the team’s nine runners this season are seniors, including Knauber, Nelson, Calla and Sage Karl, and Carlson.

Nelson will be running for the fourth time at state, as in 2007-08 she raced as an individual.

“We look forward to watching them compete this Saturday at Wisconsin Rapids. They know the course and we’ve got this final week to gear up for our last run … Frederic is really going to miss these local standouts. I call them the “Dream Team” and I’m sure I’ll miss them more than anyone,” Olson said.

Frederic’s Sarah Knauber and Sam Nelson fought with Grantsburg’s Angela Gaffney at sectionals. Knauber placed third, Nelson fourth and Gaffney fifth.

Webster’s Emma Kelby will see the state meet for the first time ever this year.

Gaffney moving on It was an epic battle to the finish line between Grantsburg’s Angela Gaffney and Frederic’s Sam Nelson and Sarah Knauber

during Saturday’s sectional cross-country meet in Boyceville. Gaffney was mere seconds away from edging both Frederic runners, but finished her best race ever according to coach Paul Huskamp, taking fifth overall with a time of 16:01.6.

“Angela was so worried about the race but she had her best-ever finish,” Huskamp said.

Gaffney is a senior this season and no stranger to the state meet. She was there in 2008 when she placed 33rd overall and placed 59th overall in 2009.

Kelby heading to state Webster sophomore Emma Kelby is headed to her first-ever state appearance in Wisconsin Rapids this Saturday, Oct. 30, after finishing eighth overall, with a time of 16:14.8. Sophomore Kally Schiller just missed her opportunity to go to state with a time of 16:39.8.

“I am very excited for Emma. She really came on strong the last two races. It is like someone flipped a switch on and she ran like we all new she could. I think it goes to show the mental aspect of cross-country. She ran with some desire and determination,” said volunteer assistant coach Roy Ward.

Tiger Kally Schiller just missed advancing to the state competition.

Out in front his sectional in Athens with a time of 16:25.66. Tyson Miehe, a freshman from Darlington, finished his sectional with a time of 16:44 and DT McDonald of Oshkosh Lourdes ran a time of 16:38 in the Freedom sectional.

“I am expecting him to run a crazy-fast first mile and gut it out till the very end.

The state meet course is a challenging one with lots of hills and an uphill finish.

Hopefully it is his day, but in the end all a coach can ask for is their best effort,” said Ward about Taylor.

The race for the Division 3 boys begins at 11 a.m., this Saturday, Oct. 30, on Ridges Golf Course in Wisconsin Rapids.

Jack Taylor gets one more crack at the state title

by Marty Seeger Leader staff writer BOYCEVILLE – It doesn’t seem all that long ago when folks started talking about Webster’s Jack Taylor, who has been an important part of the Webster Tigers cross-country teams over the past three seasons. As a freshman in 2007, Taylor helped the Tigers to a second-place team finish at state and took 35th overall in the individual standings. In 2008, the Tigers won the Division 3 state championship with Taylor leading the team in sixth place overall.

Jack Taylor will participate in his fourth state meet. – Photos by Marty Seeger

Ian Lexen was one of Frederic’s two boys to compete at sectionals.

Webster’s third consecutive trip to state in 2009 ended up with a fourth-place finish, with Taylor again moving up in the overall standings with third place. This year, Taylor has a chance to take his journey to another level as he eyes the Division 3 state title in Wisconsin Rapids on Saturday, Oct. 30.

“Jack does have a great shot. He will have to run better to do it. Competition is fierce at state and it takes lots of heart and guts to be state champion. He is going to have to want it really bad to achieve the title,” said volunteer assistant coach Roy Ward.

Unfortunately, Taylor will only be run-

Joey Erickson will compete with teammate Jack Taylor at state Saturday, Oct. 30. ning for the title alongside junior Joey Erickson, as the Tigers team fell short of sending another team to state. Last weekend in Boyceville, Taylor won his thirdconsecutive sectional championship, and has some pretty good company in teammate Erickson, who took second-place overall. Taylor ended the day with a time of 16:35.2, while Erickson finished with a 16:53.4.

“Joey Erickson has been running very well. He is a contender for a medal. Those babies don’t come easy and they only give out six!” Ward said.

Taylor will have to fight through several competitors eyeing the same prize, including Alex Faber of Edgar, who finished

Tigers missing state At least five Tiger cross-country runners fell short of the state meet last Saturday, including senior Devin Greene, who placed 32nd with a time of 18:19.7. Four others also missed state, but will likely be back to give it another shot next season, which includes junior Taylor Heinz, who finished with a time of 19:28.2. Sophomore Matt Smith hit a time of 19:30.6, and juniors Cody Isaacson and Brad Krause had times of 19:44.8, and 20:03.2 respectively.

Viking boys compete Just two boys competed for the Frederic Vikings last Saturday in Boyceville, with sophomore Ian Lexen sprinting out in front early with a smile. He ended up finishing in 87th place with a time of 21:19.8.

Also, senior Ben Saengthaweep ran in his final race of the season for the Vikings with a time of 22:50.5.

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Second-half comeback powers Vikes past Luck Rivalry renewed after 17 years in the making Frederic 20, Luck 17

by Marty Seeger Leader staff writer FREDERIC – With the Vikings down 170 at the half, and momentum in Luck’s favor, this game had all the makings of a blowout. But in high schools sports, anything can happen, which is exactly what the Vikings proved last Thursday, Oct. 21, in a meeting between teams that haven’t played each other in 17 years.

The last time these two teams met was in 1993, and the view from both sidelines made it quite obvious that fans, coaches and players alike have waited a long time for this one.

The first half was all Luck as the Cardinals defense forced the Vikings on three and out on their first possession of the game. Starting from their own 33-yardline, the Cards marched straight down the field in their first possession of the game and eventually scored with 6:46 to go as Ben Kufalk took it 34 yards for the score.

Luck continued to force the Vikings offense off balance on their next possession when quarterback Ben Ackerley went down for an 8-yard loss. Bad snaps contributed to some of the Vikings troubles in the first half, yet on the Vikings next play, facing third down and seven, Landen Strilzuk made an acrobatic interception near midfield.

On the Cardinals next play, Strilzuk took the ball 25 yards into Vikings territory, eventually setting up a 27-yard field goal booted through the uprights by Roger Steen.

With the first quarter nearing an end, the Cardinals again forced the Vikings to punt on a three and out, with the help of another sack on Ackerley, and the first

Ben Ackerley scores the first touchdown of the second half for the Vikings in the second half against Luck last Thursday, Oct. 21 in the regular season finale. The Vikings pulled out a huge comeback after trailing at halftime 17-0. – Photo by Marty Seeger quarter ended with the Cardinals leading 10-0.

At the start of the second quarter, Kufalk and Strilzuk capitalized on solid blocks from the offensive line and chewed up half the time in the second quarter. The Cardinals made a punishing drive that ended up with a 2-yard touchdown run

by Kufalk to make it a 17-0 lead for the Cardinals.

The Vikings struggles continued on their next possession with a bad snap that led to a 12-yard loss and another punt.

The Vikings did manage to stop the Cardinals late in the first half as Luck made

their way into Vikings territory. A Luck pass went incomplete and the Vikings turned the ball over on downs on their own 28-yard line, but the half ended with Luck in control.

The second half was considerably different for Frederic, as the Vikings forced the Cardinals to punt on the first drive of the second half. Starting from their own 16-yard line, Adam Chenal got things going with a huge 22-yard run to near midfield, which was soon followed by a 13-yard keeper by Ackerley. Tony Peterson bowled his way on the same drive for a 19-yard run, which helped put the

Vikings in the red zone, and set up a 19yard touchdown run by Ackerley to make it a 17-7 Luck lead.

It was a very different atmosphere on the Vikings sideline in the second half, as the defense forced Luck to punt on a three and out with 7:37 still to play in the third quarter. Frederic started their second drive of the second half from their own 30-yard line, and on the third play Peterson took it 23 yards to inside Luck territory. Peterson continued to move the chains on just under 5 yards per carry before breaking free on an 18-yard touchdown run. Despite the missed field goal, the momentum was quickly shifting in Frederic’s favor.

The Viking defense remained stingy and Luck punted the ball away just two plays into the fourth quarter. On the Vikings next possession, they started from their own 29-yard line and eventually took a 20-17 lead when Peterson marched his way into the end zone on a 23-yard run.

Luck moved the ball well in their next possession, and with 6:48 remaining in the game, they took the ball to the Vikings 33yard line, only to come up short on an incomplete pass on fourth down and 11.

Their final pass of the game was broken up nicely by Frederic senior, Josiah Lund.

The Vikings eventually sealed their fate by taking the time off the clock, and getting at least one first down from Peterson and another from Ackerley.

Peterson led the Vikes offensively with 168 yards on 21 carries, while Luck’s Kufalk had 146 yards on 23 carries and Strilzuk totaled 122 yards on 21 carries.

On defense the Vikings were led by Chenal with 12 total tackles. Trae Gehl was in on 11 tackles and Dayton Rivera had nine. Bryce Williamson had eight, Ackerley, seven; John Chelmo, six; Chris Hopp, five; Waylon Buck, four; Zach Tietz, three; Erik Stoner and Robert Kirk, two each, and Lund, one.

Webster hangs on over Unity in gridiron finale Webster 31, Unity 23

by Greg Marsten Leader staff writer WEBSTER – Don’t let their records fool you, the Thursday night, Oct. 31, gridiron finale in Webster between the Tigers and the Eagles was a solid contest, and came down to the final minutes, where Webster was able to fend off a late-game Unity drive to hold on for a 31-23 Tiger victory.

Defensive sparks were paramount in the contest, from both sides of the field.

Webster’s secondary was reading Unity quarterback Reed Sorenson’s passing well, keeping the explosive Eagle receivers in check for the most part. Unity’s line made several big plays, as well, with a Luke Hetfeld punt block that turned into a Brady Flaherty score and changed the tide late in the game. The Unity line also recovered a critical fumble and held firm in the red zone to shut down a 92-yard Webster drive late in the game.

It was hard to believe that in the final game of the season, these two squads had a total of one conference win between them. Yes, their collective records didn’t matter, as both squads played pretty solid ball, many of them for their final football contest ever.

Unity used an early drive of mixed passing and running to get a field goal, which the Tigers replied to less than two minutes later on a 50-yard Mason Kriegel scamper for a score, giving them a 6-3 lead. Webster then recovered a fumble on the next play, and eventually turned that into a 26-yard field goal as the first quarter expired.

Unity was driving the ball well, but were stifled by a well-timed Anthony Dietmeier interception that shut down a solid drive. Unity eventually came back as the first half expired, with a 40-yard

Unity quarterback Reed Sorensen sweeps left, only to be hauled in from behind by Tiger lineman Garrett Eichman. – Photo by Greg Marsten touchdown pass from Sorenson to Jason Vlasnik, capped by a blocked point-after attempt, and the score was tied, 9-9, as the first half ended.

Webster exploded out of the blocks in the second half, and their defense was able to keep the Eagles from moving back into the red zone in the entire third quarter. Kriegel converted a Tiger drive into a 1-yard score at 8:23, with a converted extra point, they held a 16-9 lead.

Then the Webster defense stepped it up again, with freshman Aaron Dietmeier picking off a Sorenson pass and returning it for a score a minute later, making it 23-

9 after a blocked point-after attempt.

Unity was on the ropes as the third quarter wound down, but they were able to make the most of it. A perfectly placed Sorenson punt forced the Tigers up against their own end zone. That deep kick eventually forced the Tigers to punt, which is where Hetfeld‘s block and Flaherty’s score turned the tide, and kept the Unity fans in the stadium, with a 23-15 Tiger lead.

Webster then executed an extensive, 92yard drive in the fourth quarter that at first left them losing the ball on downs, but eventually turned into a Unity fumble

and an 8-yard Webster score. Combined with a two-point conversion, the score was 31-15, and it seemed dire for the Eagles.

But the Eagles kept the faith, and executed an impressive, well-executed drive, capped with a 2-yard keeper for Sorenson with less than five minutes remaining.

The two-point conversion was good, and it was 31-23, with a renewed Unity sideline.

The Eagles then pulled off a perfect onside kick, recovering the ball at midfield, making Tiger fans squirm and Eagle fans jump to their feet.

The Webster defense held firm, and eventually forced Unity into a fourth and 20 at the Tiger 40-yard line. It was a risky call, but Unity tried a flea flicker, with Sorenson handing off to Flaherty, who tossed a bomb to Rush Hickethier that was just past his outstretched arms in the end zone, giving Webster the ball back on downs with two minutes remaining, assuring a hard-fought Tiger win, 31-23.

“It was a great way to end the season,” stated Webster head coach Jeromie Voeltz.

“Unity found a way back into that game late in the fourth quarter, but our defense was able to put together a great stop to allow us a victory.”

Both squads played a very solid game, and had almost identical final yardage numbers - 308 for Unity, 305 for Webster and left no doubt that both teams’ lessthan-stellar records were either a fluke or evidence of extremely tough competition this season.

“Our kids played the best game of the season and it was a wonderful way to end the 2010 season,” Voeltz added. “Our seniors strapped it up for the last time, and they deserved that win.”

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Flambeau and the Pirates battle close for second place Grantsburg 32, Flambeau 29

by Greg Marsten Leader staff writer GRANTSBURG – It was about as close a contest as you could get in the regular season finale at Grantsburg between the Pirates and the Flambeau Falcons on Thursday, Oct. 21. It all came down to which team could hold on the longest, as the Grantsburg boys prevailed, 32-29, and marched into the playoffs with the confidence of a win against a very good opponent that was also playoff bound.

The Pirates have been steadily improving all season after a disappointing start, and with a rushing attack that was second to few, they again tested the groundskeepers of their home field, amassing over 250 yards of Burnett County real estate in the win.

Two Grantsburg rushers went over 100 yards: Derek Bertelsen and Kyle Johnson, with 101 and 126 yards, respectively. Connor Myers added 26 yards in the effort, with Bertelsen adding four touchdowns to the impressive numbers.

Johnson also added two receptions and a score to his offensive tally, with Trevor Thompson adding a pair of receptions for 59 yards, all from the arm of Brent Myers, who had 113 yards of total passing on six attempts, with four completions.

Grantsburg drew first blood, scoring from 1-yard out in the first quarter on a Bertelsen plow, making it 6-0 with a failed conversion attempt. The Pirates added to their lead with a 12-yard Kyle Johnson touchdown reception from Myers in the second quarter, making it 12-0 with an-

Grantsburg’s Kyle Johnson scores a touchdown with a 12-yard catch during the second quarter. Johnson completed two catches and 126 rushing yards. – Photo by Scott Hoffman other failed conversion.

Flambeau got on the board a very short time later with an 87-yard return on the ensuing kickoff, staying in the hunt, and keeping the contest close. The Falcons scored again in the second frame, capping a steady drive with a 3-yard touchdown run and an extra point.

But Bertelsen and crew responded a few minutes later, highlighting their own solid drive with a 1-yard score and a two-point

conversion, leaving the Pirates with a 2014 lead at the half.

Grantsburg kept the offensive heat on in the third frame, with a pair of Bertelsen scores from 1 yard and 4 yards out, both with failed conversions, but still giving the Pirates a comfortable 32-14 lead as the final quarter got under way. The Pirate offense registered 23 first downs to Flambeau’s 16, and while the Pirates had eight penalties, they still were able to lead the

entire game.

The Pirate defense also recovered three Flambeau fumbles on Thursday, and it genuinely stopped several Falcon threats.

Two of those recoveries went to Jimmy Nelson, while the other was credited to Gavin Meyer.

But the Falcons were not about to give up, and responded with a 13-yard scoring pass on a fourth-quarter drive, and did the same minutes later on a 1-yard run for a score later in the quarter. Flambeau was able to convert the two-pointer after their final score, keeping them within reach by a field goal, but the Pirate defense held on for the 32-29 win.

Grantsburg closed out their 2010 regular season with a 4-2 conference record, and an impressive 6-4 overall record for Keith Lehne’s squad. They truly earned their playoff appearance with an impressive second half to the season, capped with excellent protection and blocking, and absolutely remarkable rushing from Bertelsen and Kyle Johnson. They also had major help from their defensive corps, which held their opponents in check when needed, and forced turnovers at critical times.

The Pirates are poised to be a true surprise squad in the playoffs, and earned a fourth seed with just such explosive play by winning six of their last eight games.

They can click offensively like few teams around, and can turn every opportunity into a score, making them not only one of the scariest opponents in Division 5, but also one of the most exciting.

Mounders hand Saints a season-ending loss SCF ends regular season at 4-5 Elk Mound 21, St. Croix Falls 7

by Marty Seeger Leader staff writer ELK MOUND – The Saints ended the regular season with a tough loss at Elk Mound last Thursday, Oct. 21, finishing with a total of four wins overall. The loss could have ended the Saints season altogether, but instead the Saints earned a trip to the playoffs.

It was a scoreless game at the end of the first quarter against Elk Mound, but things changed quickly in the second quarter when Mounders running back John Klemp scored on a 52-yard run. It was a difficult first half for the Saints, who were scoreless and struggled to move the chains. Nick Johnson had a big gain of 40 yards early in the second quarter, but the Saints went three and out after that and were forced to punt.

Late in the first half, the Saints running

St. Croix Falls offense huddles up before a play in an earlier game this season. The Saints ended their season with a total of four wins. – File photo by Marty Seeger back Alex Bertram broke free on a 58-yard touchdown run, but the play was called back on a holding penalty. On the next play, Elk Mound recovered a fumble and eventually scored on a 14-yard pass play with 3:13 remaining in the half, and the

score remained 14-0 Mounders at the break.

Elk Mound took a 21-0 lead with 9:29 to go in the third quarter on a 5-yard pass play but the Saints answered back with the help of a penalty for roughing the

kicker on a Saints punting attempt. The 15-yard penalty gave the Saints a first down near midfield, and on the third play from scrimmage Johnson took it 48 yards for the score. Unfortunately, it was the last time either team would score.

Time of possession for the Saints was 32:04 compared to Elk Mound’s 15:56. The Saints outrushed the Mounders with 210 yards to their 127 yards, and Auney Seifert led the Saints ground game with 103 yards on 28 carries.

The Saints had trouble converting third downs going 5 for 15. St. Croix Falls fumbled twice, but turned the ball over just once.

At the end of the regular season, Seifert led the Saints with a total of 836 yards on 153 attempts with five touchdowns, and Bertram ended the season with 673 yards on 104 carries and 11 touchdowns. Johnson had eight total touchdowns and rushed for 571 yards on 71 carries.

Marcus Campbell led the receiving corps with seven receptions for 95 yards and one touchdown.

Siren ends their 2010 campaign with a loss, but optimism Northwood 55, Siren 0

by Greg Marsten Leader staff writer MINONG – The Siren Dragons ended their 2010 campaign in Minong with a 550 loss to the Northwood/Solon Springs Evergreens on Thursday, Oct. 21, but all in all, ended their season on a very positive note.

Northwood/Solon Springs came into the contest winning three of their last four games, losing only to conference powerhouse Shell Lake two weeks prior, and ready to make the playoffs with a win.

Siren came in ready to play, and in spite of a solid defensive start, got behind, 7-0, and made their way back with an impressive, 95-yard drive that ended with a lost fumble on the Greens 1-yard line.

They never recovered after that.

“It was a tough game as we just played flat,” stated Dragon head coach Bill Hoefler. “(That fumble on the 1-yard line) ba-

Dragon Andrew Brown makes a catch in a previous game. – File photo by Greg Marsten sically took all the emotion out of the kids.

Northwoods scored a few plays later and we never were in the game from this point on.”

Siren had played an excellent game the week before, using an impressive passing attack to stay with Bruce for most of the game, ultimately falling behind one too

many times and losing a homecoming heartbreaker. Desperation and deflated emotions seemed to take over against the Evergreens, and the Dragons struggled.

“We had many penalties again and fumbles that really hurt,” Hoefler said, noting a commonality with the Bruce loss the week prior.

The Dragons again had some solid numbers on offense, in spite of the big scoring deficit. Isaac Wegner led the way rushing with 83 yards on 12 carries. Andrew Brown had three catches for 33 yards total, but the Siren offense could not overcome the commendable Evergreen attacks on both sides of the ball, leading to a 55-0 conference loss.

“To us coaches, the season was a success,” Hoefler said in retrospect. “We won three games, which is three times as many as Siren has won in the last four years!”

Hoefler also had a remarkably positive effect on the program, as preseason con-

cerns about even being able to field a complete squad vanished into outright optimism at times, with some pretty impressive showings in a difficult conference.

“We actually gained players throughout the year, joining the team midseason!” He noted. “(We are) very proud of the team and honestly cannot start the next season soon enough, as we have seven starters back on defense and nine back on offense ... We will definitely be in the hunt next year for a very successful season. Thanks to the community and school district of Siren for the wonderful support of our Dragon team!”

It is safe to say that few teams look more forward to the 2011 campaign than the Siren squad, which showed several glimpses of true greatness this season, and may show even more next year, if given the chance.

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Clear Lake senior sets a high bar in football records and more

by Greg Marsten Leader staff writer CLEAR LAKE – Warrior senior football star Matt O’Connell has become a pretty noteworthy football player over the years, and nowhere was that more obvious than in the record books, where the doublewhammy quarterback set the state record in offensive production, being the only person ever to exceed 10,000 yards of total offense in his career.

And he’s not done yet, as his undefeated Warrior team is very much a threat in the playoffs.

O’Connell has amassed 2,934 yards of total offensive production this season, with 43 total touchdowns. His performance on Thursday to close out the regular season put him over the top for all-time offensive production, and made him the first to exceed 10,000 career yards as a passer and rusher combined.

He tallied four touchdowns and 177 yards rushing, on top of 189 yards of passing and three more scores as a passer in Thursday’s finale against Cameron. His offensive production during the regular season was just 66 yards short of 3,000 yards at 2,934 total, on top of 43 touchdowns combined. According to the Wisconsin Sports Network and the Wisconsin Football Coaches Association, O’Connell became the all-time, combined state offensive leader Thursday with 10,148 yards, breaking the all-time state record previously held by Franklin quarterback Ben Hempel, who closed out his career in 2004 with 9,860 total yards.

But the 6-foot-tall senior is also a major defensive threat, earning numerous allconference selections in the past few years, with various awards from numer-

Clear Lake senior Matt O’Connell has amassed 2,934 yards with 43 total touchdowns during this season. He’s the first Wisconsin high schooler to exceed 10,000 career yards. – Photo by Greg Marsten ous news and sports organizations, as well as from the conference, for his play as a quarterback and as a linebacker/defensive back.

The same organizations also note O’Connell’s scoring status is a state record for most combined touchdowns, with 139.

He has 83 rushing scores and 50 passing touchdowns, on top of one kickoff return, one punt return, one receiving score, and one interception return for a touchdown.

If there was a way to score a touchdown from the sidelines, O’Connell would find it.

WSN also notes that if O’Connell exceeds 297 yards of passing in the postsea-

son, he will join an elite list of national record holders, with only a handful of players ever racking up over 5,000 yards on the ground and in the air. He currently has 5,445 yards rushing and 4,703 yards of passing production in his four-year career.

But O’Connell is also a celebrity of a different kind in Clear Lake. His prowess on the gridiron isn’t his only notable effort as he was a state-qualified triple jumper in track, as well as an excellent basketball player and a noteworthy student. It’s hard to find someone in Clear Lake that doesn’t sing his praises.

“His outstanding athletic talent is obvious when you look at his statistics and ac-

complishments, but his character as a young student leader is equally impressive,” stated Clear Lake athletic director Patti Wyss. “Matt is committed to his school, community and church in ways that most adults can’t match. He is an inducted member of the Clear Lake National Honor Society, a Kinship mentor for a very lucky young student at our elementary school, has held leadership roles in the youth programs at his church, and does it all selflessly.”

Clear Lake Museum Chronicle manager, historian and publisher Charles Clark is a longtime O’Connell fan, and goes out of his way to sing his praises.

“He’s just an outstanding kid!” Clark said during a contest at Unity, where throngs of fans showed up to see their squad. “He works out hard every day, and he’s a gentleman, a great student and an amazing athlete. You can’t say enough about him!”

O’Connell is an obvious standout in a school district with 215 students, but he has also garnered the attention of numerous scouts from various schools at all levels, including North Dakota, Notre Dame and even Purdue, and while he can likely write his own ticket, Wyss noted that he’ not an in-your-face kind of success story, at all.

“Not at all. He’s an earn-your-highestrespect story,” she said. “If you ever get a chance to meet Matt, he will earn your admiration and respect immediately.”

Wyss said that as a teacher, athletic director and community member, she believes O’Connell is a once-in-a-lifetime, honorable talent.”

There are very few records that can match that type of glowing endorsement.

Football playoffs/continued snuck it into the end zone to give the Pirates a 22-0 lead with 3:23 remaining in the half.

We were mentally prepared to play the game, and I thought we executed really well, both on offense and defense,” Lehne said.

Grantsburg’s defense stepped up again shortly before the half, forcing yet another punt by Elk Mound. It backed the Pirates on their own 7-yard line, but it didn’t matter as Bertelsen took it 93 yards up the middle for the score, giving the Pirates a 30-0 lead with about 1:26 remaining in the first half – and then, it happened. Before the Pirates could get to another kickoff, the lights went completely out.

Grantsburg will play at Colby at 3 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 30, for the level 2 playoffs.

Frederic 39, Elmwood 0 FREDERIC – With lights going out a total of four times, including twice in the first quarter, the Frederic football team managed to find a way to win in true Vikings fashion in the level 1 playoff game against Elmwood on Tuesday night.

The Vikings moved the ball well at the start of the first quarter, using what they do best in their running game due to the wind and rain, eventually punching it through the end zone on a 7-yard run by

Despite the cold, wind and rain, the Pirates had the wind at their backs against Elk Mound Tuesday night, Oct. 26. – Photo by Marty Seeger

Damien Rasmussen, (55) and Brent Myers get outside to set up a block for their Pirates running back. The Pirates offensive line did a nice job getting the blocks they needed to move the chains. – Photo by Marty Seeger Tony Peterson, who racked up 210 yards on 26 carries with three touchdowns.

Frederic’s defense was able to stop the Raiders on offense, taking away their short passing game and not allowing them a first down until just before the end of the first half.

In the second quarter the Vikings scored twice, once on a Ben Ackerley 2-yard run and then a Peterson 14-yard touchdown to give Frederic a 24-0 halftime lead. At one point during the second quarter, the lights went out during the middle of a Frederic play, forcing teams to wait it out until the lights could be turned back on again.

The Vikings controlled much of the second half, with Peterson scoring on a 16yard run. In the fourth quarter, Ackerley completed a 14-yard pass to Josiah Lund to help give the Vikes a 39-0 lead. With the big lead and the lights still not functioning properly, the game was eventually called off by the referees with about three minutes remaining.

With the win, Frederic will be on the road to face Gilman this Saturday, Oct. 30, beginning at 4 p.m. Gilman has a 9-1 overall record after defeating Turtle Lake 55-8 on Tuesday night playoff action.

Northwestern in the level 1 playoffs on Tuesday, Oct. 26, and were shut out completely. The Tigers preserved their undefeated season and will move on to play Bloomer this Saturday in the Division 4 level 2 playoffs.

St. Croix Falls kept the game in reach after the first quarter, trailing 15-0, but the Tigers came out firing in the second quar-

Northwestern 43, St. Croix Falls 0 MAPLE – The St. Croix Falls football team had the difficult task of playing at

The Frederic Vikings defense drives back Elmwood in one of several big defensive stops.

The Vikings didn't allow Elmwood a first down until late in the first half. – Photo by Becky Amundson

A Frederic defensive player drives an Elmwood ballcarrier back to the line of scrimmage. – Photo by Becky Amundson ter to take a 36-0 halftime lead and eventually seal the win. The Saints finished the season 3-3 in the conference and 4-6 overall.

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Luck football/continued Cards had a 13-0 lead, which they held until halftime.

There was a concern about whether the second half would be able to commence after all the lights went out a few minutes after the halftime gun sounded. But the staffers were able to get the stadium lights back to life 20 minutes later, and the game was picked back up for a second half. But it was not the last time there was an energy crisis, as late in the scoreless third quarter a portion of the power failed again, leaving the crowd scoreboard-less - and the media booth dark.

But the field lights stayed on, and the referees were able to officiate the game manually, as the second half became a back-and-forth barrage of fumbles, blocked punts, failed drives, slips and falls and generally sloppy ball for both squads.

Neither team was able to get back in a groove long enough to score in the third or fourth frames, and the 13-0 Luck lead held for the duration, giving the Cards an upset victory and a chance to move on to play top-seeded Shell Lake, allowing the chance for some redemption to avenge an earlier, regular season loss to the Lakers.

Luck will host Shell Lake on Saturday, Oct. 30, at 1 p.m.

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Sunday Youth (3 Games) Standings: The Three Amigos 17, Infinite 16, The Bowlers 11, ?? 11, JDZ 9, Boss 6.5, Brothers & Arms 5, Team Hambone 4.5.

Girls games: Julia Owens (B) 159, Avery Steen (??) 114, Shyla Baker (TA) 92.

Girls series: Julia Ownes (B) 360, Avery Steen (??) 313, Tasian Arjes 252.

Boys games: Logan Hacker (TH) 188, Kyle Hunter (TB) 167, Charlie Lindberg (I) 163.

Boys series: Logan Hacker (TH) 507, Zach Schmidt (JDZ) 429, Charlie Lindberg (I) 427.

Team games: Boss 447, The Bowlers 422, Team Hambone 400.

Team series: Team Hambone 1152, The Bowlers 1126, Boss 1117.

Monday Afternoon Standings: Vultures 21, Swans 16.5, Bears 16, Zebras 15, Night Hawks 14, Eagles 12.5, Badgers 10, Cardinals 7.

Women’s games: Mary Young 225, Marge Traun 201, Carol Messer 179.

Women’s series: Mary Young 498, Lila Larson 491, Marge Traun 473.

Men’s games: Duane Doolittle 235, Dale Johnson 230, Dennis Bohn 206.

Men’s series: Dale Johnson 596, Duane Doolittle 576, Dennis Bohn 571.

Team games: Night Hawks 727, Vultures 710, Eagles 653.

Team series: Vultures 1987, Night Hawks 1962, Eagles 1794.

Monday Night Ladies Standings: Hacker’s Lanes 35.5, Mane Attractions 32, House of Wood 29, The Bottle Shop 25.5, Hog Wild 25, Bye 0.

Individual games: Kathy Java (HL) 221, Ramona Renfroe (HW) 205, Kelsey Bazey (HW) 197.

Individual series: Kathy Java (HL) 547, Nancy Anderson (HL) 488, Janet Brewster (MA) 483.

Team games: Hacker’s Lanes 720, House of Wood 613, The Bottle Shop 600.

Team series: Hacker’s Lanes 1907, House of Wood 1754, Mane Attractions 1738.

Tuesday Classic Standings: Great Northern Outdoors 65, Bottle Shop 57, Yellow Lake Lodge 44, Pioneer Bar 40.5, SHWHORAW CO. 38.5, Rural American Bank 28.

Individual games: Brett Daeffler 233, Ed Bitler 229, Maynard Stevens 223.

Individual series: Brett Daeffler 616, Ed Bitler 611, Dale Frandsen 604.

Team games: Bottle Shop 631, Pioneer Bar 596, Great Northern Outdoors 592.

Team series: Bottle Shop 1771, Great Northern Outdoor 1655, Pioneer Bar 1653.

Consecutive strikes (5 or more): Ed Bitler 5x – 229; Brett Daeffler 5x – 233.

Games 50 or more above average: Maynard Stevens 223 (+52).

Wednesday Night Early Men’s Standings: A-1 Machine 19, Lewis Silo 17, Pioneer Bar 15.5, Skol Bar 13, Cummings Lumber 11.5, Larsen Auto 8.

Individual games: Mark Bohn (SB) 244, Dave Gabrielson (LS) 242, Oliver Baillargeon (A-1) 236.

Individual series: Dave Gabrielson (LS) 667, Oliver Baillargeon (A-1) 644, Mark

Rainy conditions made traction hard to find for Luck running back Landen Strilzuk Tuesday, Oct. 26, against Clayton in the Division 7 level 1 playoff game against Clayton at Turtle Lake. – Photos by Greg Marsten

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Bohn (SB) 638.

Team games: A-1 Machine 1022, Lewis Silo 969 & 951.

Team series: A-1 Machine 2874, Lewis Silo 2833, Skol Bar 2615.

Thursday Late Mixed Standings: Hansen Farms Inc. 19, Hog Wild BBQ & Grill 16, Fisk Trucking 15, Johnson Upholstery 13, Stotz & Company 10.

Women’s games: Karen Carlson 225, Rita Frandsen 192, Sharon Johnson 154.

Women’s series: Karen Carlson 582, Rita Frandsen 430, Sharon Johnson 401.

Men’s series: Richard Coen 216, Dale Johnson 204, Larry Fisk 202.

Men’s games: Richard Coen 556, Tom Bainbridge 525, Dale Johnson 523 Team games: Stotz & Company 886, Fisk Trucking 857, Johnson Upholstery 819.

Team series: Fisk Trucking 2401, Stotz & Company 2353, Johnson Upholstery 2273.

Friday Night Ladies Standings: The Pin Heads 35, The Leader 31, Frederic Design & Promo 31, The Dozers 30, Meyers Plus 23, Pioneer Bar 20, Junque Art 18.

Individual games: Kathy Sandberg 187, Pat Traun 181, Jen Ellefson 180.

Individual series: Pat Traun 511, Kathy Sandberg 474, Gail Linke 468.

Team games: The Leader 635, The Pin Heads 584, Frederic Design & Promo 579.

Team series: The Leader 1738, The Pin Heads 1700, Frederic Design & Promo 1579.

Splits converted: 5-7: Cindy Denn. 5-10: Pat Bresina.

Saturday Night Mixed Standings: Skowl, Handicaps, Luck-E, Lackers, Alley Brats, Dead Eyes, Hot Shots.

Women’s games: Deb Ingram 220, Kathy Java 179, Deb Ingram 178.

Women’s series: Deb Ingram 571, Kathy Java 501, Heidi Skow 471.

Men’s games: Jon Underwood 217, Ron Skow 205 & 202.

Men’s series: Ron Skow 599, Jon Underwood 556, Rod Marek 468.

Team games: Lakers 970 & 960, Skowl 927.

Team series: Lakers 2781, Skowl 2739, Handicaps 2551.

McKenzie Lanes

Monday Night Ladies Standings: Milltown Appliance 60, Sam’s Carpentry 56.5, Wolf Creek Log Furniture 55, McKenzie Lanes 53, Frederic Truck & Tractor 51, Edina Divas 48.5, Metal Products 48, Bogus Pumpkins 36.

Individual games: Donna Petersen 209, Shirley Wilson 207, Pattie Johnson 201.

Individual series: Toni Sloper 540, Yvonne Snyder 535, Shirley Wilson 515.

Team games: (Handicap score) Milltown Appliance 899.

Team series: (Handicap score) Milltown Appliance 2464.

Monday Night Madness Standings: McKenzie Lanes 28, Scottay’s Trucking 25, Alleycats 24, Eagle Lounge 19, Mishaps 18, Radio Shack 16, Triple Threat 14, Pepie’s Gals 14.

Individual games: Julia Delougherty 203,

Heather Donahue 173, Trish Nyren 171.

Individual series: Julia Delougherty 535, Heather Donahue 479, Melanie Erickson 473.

Team games: (Handicap score) Scottay’s Trucking 657, McKenzie Lanes 628.

Team series: (Handicap score) Scottay’s Trucking 1920, McKenzie Lanes 1802.

Tuesday Early Mixed Standings: What the Ek 42, Jim’s Flooring 40, Mom’s Boys 39, Lane Crashers 37, Lamar Stars 34, The New Comers 32.5, Lemon Heads 30.5, Bye 0.

Women’s games: Sharyl Swagger 199, Brenda Lehmann 169, Linda Larson 158.

Women’s series: Sharyl Swagger 564, Brenda Lehmann 490, Linda Larson 406.

Men’s games: Glen Minnick 226, Erv Lehmann 222, Kevin Ek 213.

Men’s series: Glen Minnick 630, Kevin Ek 627, Erv Lehmann 588.

Team games: Lamar Stars 544.

Team series: Lamar Stars 1586.

Tuesday Night Men’s Standings: Steve’s Appliance 90, The Cobbler Shop 79, Centurview Park 71.5, McKenzie Lanes 71.5, Nel-Lo-Hill Farm 66, Dream Lawn 64.5, The Dugout 56.5, Hack’s Pub 56.

Individual games: Darren McKenzie 256, Ryan Wiemer 254, Mike Oryan 244.

Individual series: Ryan Wiemer 715, Mike Oryan 676, Darren McKenzie 674.

Team games: (Handicap score) Nel-LoHill Farm 1227.

Team series: (Handicap score) Dream Lawn 3462.

Wednesday Early Standings: Cutting Edge 28, Hack’s Pub 26, Amrhien Painting 24, Top Shot 23, Holiday StationStore 21, Pro Fab 14, Suzie Q’s 14, Bye 10.

Women’s games: Dixie Runberg 194, Shirley Ince 173, Jeanne Kizer 163.

Women’s series: Dixie Runberg 548, Jeanne Kizer 449, Shannon Cox 439.

Men’s games: Merlin Fox 226, Craig Willert 223, Mike Welling 204.

Men’s series: Craig Willert 640, Merlin Fox 607, Mike Welling 590.

Team games: (Handicap score) Hack’s Pub 689.

Team series: (Handicap score) Hack’s Pub 1905.

Wednesday Night Men’s Standings: Dalles Electrical 44, Davy’s Construction 40, Edina Realty 40, Harvest Moon 28, Hanjo Farms 22, Tiger Express 18, Reed’s Marina 18, McKenzie Lanes 14.

Individual games: Jason Loney 264, Bob Carey 259, Darren McKenzie 258.

Individual series: Mike Oryan 692, Craig Willert 660, Jim McKenzie 654.

Team games: (Handicap score) Davy’s Construction 1106, Tiger Express 1055.

R E S U LT S Team series: (Handicap score) Davy’s Construction 2987, Edina Realty 2965.

Thursday Night Ladies Standings: Truhlsen Chiropractic 90, Bont Chiropractic 77, Cutting Edge Pro 74, Hauge Dental 70, Hack’s Pub 69, Eagle Valley Bank 64, KJ’s 63, RiverBank 53.

Individual games: MJO Hacker 204, Jen Whelan 200, Jane Smith 196.

Individual series: Annette Norlander 541, Jen Whelan 525, Denise Donaghue 525.

Team games: Hack’s Pub 799, Truhlsen Chiropractic 772, Bont Chiropractic & RiverBank 740.

Team series: Hack’s Pub 2296, Truhlsen Chiropractic 2237, RiverBank 2182.

Saturday Night Mixed Standings: Pin Busters 44, Ten Pen Titans 39, Melonbergers 36.5, The In-Laws 35.5, Happy Campers 32.5, Roller Coasters 30, Fisk Trucking 28.5, Eureka Bombers 26.

Women’s games: Toni Sloper 200, Jan Lehmann 195, Justine Melin 186.

Women’s series: Brenda Lehmann 513, Toni Sloper 479, Jan Lehmann 476.

Men’s games: Gene Braund 236, Rick Fox 228, Steve Loney 205.

Men’s series: Rick Fox 613, Gene Braund 557, Erv Lehmann 550.

Team games: (Handicap score) The InLaws 922, Melonbergers 899, Pin Busters 891.

Team series: (Handicap score) The InLaws 2516, Roller Coasters 2500, Happy Campers 2494.

Black & Orange

Early Birds Standings: Yellow River Saloon 18-6, The Tap 16.5-7.5, Gandy Dancer Saloon 9.5-14.5, Black & Orange 4-20.

Individual games: Donna Crain (B&O) & Donna Koon (YRS) 167, Kay Casey (YRS) 163, Michelle Lisdahl (YRS) 156.

Individual series: Donna Koon (YRS) 444, Kay Casey (YRS) 441, Michelle Lisdahl (YRS) 435.

Team games: Yellow River Saloon 880, Black & Orange 827, The Tap 820.

Team series: Yellow River Saloon 2522, The Tap 2392, Black & Orange 2330.

Monday Night Standings: Glass & Mirror Works 18-6, Black & Orange 14-10, Larry’s LP 12.511.5, Pope’s Construction 3.5-20.5.

Individual games: Larry Johnson (L) 223, Breck Eytcheson (G&MW) 219, Dean Eytcheson (G&MW) 213.

Individual series: Breck Eytcheson (G&MW) 583, Larry Johnson (L) 548, Mike Zajac (G&MW) 547.

Team games: Glass & Mirror Works 988, Black & Orange 986, Pope’s Construction 969.

Team series: Glass & Mirror Works 2814, Pope’s Construction 2731, Black & Orange 2605.

Games 50 or more above average: Larry Johnson 223 (+79); Breck Eytcheson 219 (+59).

Series 100 or more above average: Larry Johnson 548 (+116); Breck Eytcheson 583 (+103).

TNT Standings: Cashco 17-11, Flower Power 17-11, Larry’s LP 12-16, Black & Orange

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Individual games: Sue Eytcheson (FP) 175, Vicki Tollander (C) 172, Jennifer Kern (L) 168.

Individual series: Jennifer Kern (L) 487, Sue Eytcheson (FP) 468, Mary Ellen Smith (C) 460.

Team games: Flower Power 854, Cashco 849, Larry’s LP 816.

Team series: Cashco 2549, Flower Power 2448, Larry’s LP 2389.

Wednesday Night Standings: Cashco 17-7, 10th Hole 168, Lions 14-10, Northview Drive Inn 14-10, Black & Orange 8-16, Vacant 3-21.

Individual games: Larry Johnson (L) 202, Josh Johnson (L) 199, Mike Zajac (C) 196.

Individual series: Josh Johnson (L) 564, Roger Tollander (C) 543, Mike Zajac (C) 519.

Team games: 10th Hole 981, Lions 941, Cashco 930.

Team series: 10th Hole 2767, Cashco 2756, Lions 2692.

Series 100 or more above average: Josh Johnson 564 (+105).

Early Risers Standings: Gandy Dancer 16-12, A+ Sanitation 15-13, 10th Hole 14-14, Gayle’s Northwoods Hair Design 11-17.

Individual games: Claudie Peterson (GD) 161, Lorene Breingan (GD) 152, Donna Crain (GD) 149.

Individual series: Donna Crain (GD) 434, Lylah Nelson (A+) 414, Carol Phelps (A+) 404.

Team games: Gandy Dancer 695, A+ Sanitation 668, Gayle’s Northwoods Hair Design 641.

Team series: Gandy Dancer 1980, A+ Sanitation 1912, Gayle’s Northwoods Hair Design 1842.

Thursday Night Ladies Standings: Vacant 16-8, Webster Motel 12.5-11.5, Pour House 10-14, Lip’s 9.514.5.

Individual games: Christine Arntson (WM) 163, Daphne Churchill (L) 155, Jill Wieser (WM) 145.

Individual series: Daphne Churchill (L) & Christine Arntson 423, Shaurette Reynolds (L) 422, Amanda Grabow (WM) 364.

Team games: Webster Motel 683, Lip’s 648, Pour House 638.

Team series: Lip’s 1866, Webster Motel 1865, Pour House 1809.

Denny’s Downtown Lanes

Sunday Afternoon Mixed Standings: 3-Ms 36, George’s Angels 27, Team Siren 25, The Pacifiers 21, Spare Us 19, Bye 19.

Women’s games: Lori Dake 157, Ernie Meyer 142.

Women’s series: “Trouble” Barfknecht 374, Lori Dake 373.

Men’s games: Jamie Meir 190, Jim Loomis 189.

Men’s series: Jim Loomis 492, Jamie Meir 436.

Team games: Team Siren 439, 3-Ms 411.

Team series: Spare Us 1154, 3-Ms 1141.

Games 50 or more above average: Chuck Moyer (+55), Jamie Meir (+56).

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We don’t need no dome!

Start with a nip in the air, add a cascade of swirling fallen leaves, throw in the aroma of wood smoke wafting through the town, then add a brisk autumn breeze and you have the base ingredients for perfect high school football playoff weather. (Unfortunately, snow didn’t arrive until the middle of the night.)

“Football weather” is what we had throughout Leader Land last night and those conditions seemed to serve our local gridders well, as three of our four contending teams –Frederic, Luck and Grantsburg— earned convincing shutout victories.

Frederic’s night is certain to become the stuff of legend, not only for the Vikes 390 whitewash of Elmwood, but also for the series of power outages which forced numerous game stoppages and a premature, but merciful, end to the tilt. The only positive thing about the outages was that diehard fans were given an excuse to retreat to their cars periodically to become a vicarious part of the game themselves. From the seats of their vehicles, people formed a sort of “light brigade,” heroically shining their car headlamps on to the gridiron to allow players and game

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personnel to move about unencumbered while repair crews worked on the lights.

Not only did the outages give fans a chance to warm up, it also provided an opportunity to tune in to the Luck-Clayton radio broadcast in time to hear announcer Dennis Anderson intone “That’s the Night that the Lights went out in Frederic” (a parody of the 1970s Vicki Lawrence top-10 pop hit). Unlike this listener, Anderson’s announcing cohort, Kurt Mayer, seemed to be less than enthralled with the rendition.

Polk County signal-caller sets Wisconsin milestone Readers who logged on to the football page of wissports.net earlier this week saw the lead item from correspondent Travis Wilson which reported that Clear Lake Warrior quarterback Matt O’Connell has set a new state record for total yardage rushing, passing and receiving. Wilson’s article notes that prior to last night’s playoff game, O’Connell had rushed for 5,445 yards on 630 carries while passing for 4,703 yards on 329 of 579 attempts. Those gaudy totals gave O’Connell 10,148 total yards in his career, surpassing the previous record of 9,860.

Unfortunately for the Warriors, they were hammered by Eau Claire Regis last night.

Youthful Danish-American waylays wapiti Fans attending last Thursday’s LuckFrederic football game noted the conspicuous absence of rangy Cardinal freshman player Karsten Petersen. It turns out

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that Petersen missed the game because he was one of a trio of family members who were pursuing elk in the wilds of Colorado. Spies say that Petersen’s dad, Paul Petersen, was able to shoot a small antlerless specimen on the trip while beleaguered uncle Harlan Petersen failed to spot a single elk in five days of strenuous hunting. But it was Karsten the Younger who grabbed center stage on the outing, downing a 4 x 5 bull.

Luck fans say that Karsten Petersen is on track for a marquee Cardinal basketball career. Meanwhile, old-timers claim that Harlan was co-captain of the 1962 Cardinal championship hoop squad while Paul was best known as a Little Butternut 4-H softball star, followed by a stellar career on the hardcourt during the 1970s.

Another trip of a lifetime Handshakes and high fives abounded while smiles lit up wizened countenances after a veteran nonresident pheasant hunter dropped the final bird of the year on to the sun-drenched golden turf of the South Dakota prairie last week. Though three hours of shooting time remained in the day, our hunt was over for October of 2010.

Once the final bird was safely tucked into the game vest it meant our group of well-seasoned Wisconsinites had once again achieved the limit of roosters so coveted by us and 169,993 others who ply the prairies and sloughs of the Jackrabbit State between mid-October and the first of the year. Though we have well over

100 years of cumulative South Dakota experience amongst us, we couldn’t help but pat ourselves on the back when we later read that overall, other hunters were averaging only one to two birds apiece. We humbly attribute our success in part to endurance, persistence, experience and above-average shooting ability but most of the credit for the annual limit is properly doled out to the canine crew consisting of a chocolate Lab, German wirehaired pointer, English springer spaniel, and two Large Munsterlanders. Without a good dog, a hunter has virtually no shot at bagging a limit of wild Dakota ringnecks.

And so, after that final limit is lined up on the tailgates and coolers are opened for the celebratory end-of-thehunt sandwich, every effort is made to include the cadre of hardworking (and pampered) dogs in each archival photo.

Trivia returns This week’s exercise is entitled “How well do you know your bird dogs?”

Contestants are to match the breed of bird dog with the numbered term that most closely corresponds. a) German wirehaired pointer b) Irish setter c) Brittany d) Labrador retriever e) Large Munsterlander f) English setter g) English springer h) Lindsay Lohan 1) 1921 2) described as “a Gentleman by nature” 3) pretty, but clueless 4) called a spaniel, but more accurately a setter or pointer 5) most popular registered dog in U.S. 6) flusher and retriever 7) Drahthaar Correct answers: a-7, b-3, c-4, d-5, e-1, f-2, g-6

Frederic dance team performs

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West Lakeland Standings Team Conf. Overall Grantsburg Pirates 10-0 33-0 Webster Tigers 8-2 17-6 Turtle Lake Lakers 8-2 19-10 Clayton Bears 6-4 17-7 Luck Cardinals 6-4 18-15 St. Croix Falls Saints 5-5 15-18 Clear Lake Warriors 4-6 14-10 Unity Eagles 4-6 8-11 Siren Dragons 3-7 6-11 Frederic Vikings 1-9 4-14 Shell Lake Lakers 0-10 3-23 Scores Friday, October 22 Luck 3, Clayton 2 Hayward 3, St. Croix Falls 0 Grantsburg 3, Clear Lake 0 Webster 3, Unity 1 Saturday, October 23 Grantsburg 3, Webster 0 Luck 3, Turtle Lake 1 Upcoming Thursday, October 28 7 p.m.

Grantsburg vs. Washburn at Webster Luck vs. McDonell Central at Turtle Lake Saturday, October 30 7 p.m.

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Upcoming Saturday, October 30 11 a.m.

Division III Boys State at Wisconsin Rapids 1 p.m.

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Small Lakeland Standings Team Conf. Overall Shell Lake 8-0 10-0 Frederic 7-1 9-1 Luck 5-3 7-3 Northwood/Solon Springs 5-3 6-4 Turtle Lake 5-3 5-4 Bruce 3-5 4-5 Siren 2-6 3-6 Birchwood 1-7 1-7 Winter 0-8 0-9 Large Lakeland Standings Team Conf. Overall Clear Lake 6-0 9-1 Grantsburg 4-2 6-4 Flambeau 3-3 5-5 St. Croix Falls 3-3 4-6 Cameron 3-3 4-6 Webster 2-4 3-6 Unity 0-6 1-8 Scores Thursday, October 21 Frederic 20, Luck 17 Northwood/Solon Springs 55, Siren 0 Elk Mound 21, St. Croix Falls 7 Grantsburg 32, Flambeau 29 Webster 31, Unity 23 Tuesday, October 26 Luck 13, Clayton 0 Frederic 39, Elmwood 0 Grantsburg 44, Elk Mound 0 Northwestern 43, St. Croix Falls 0 Upcoming Saturday, October 30 1 p.m.

Shell Lake at Luck 3 p.m.

Grantsburg at Colby 4 p.m.

Frederic at Gilman

During halftime of the Frederic versus Luck football game on Thursday, Oct. 21, the Frederic dance team performed a routine for the crowd. – Photo by Marty Seeger

Follow the Leader The Swami didn’t predict last week due to a lingering case of lead poisoning, but did earn a perfect 7-0 record in games of Oct. 15.

The perfecto raised his seasonal mark to 33-16, or 67 percent.

But he had tears in his eyes Wednesday morning when he handed his predictions in at the THE SWAMI Leader front desk, knowing he’d had to make some tough decisions. “I’m a homer at heart, so it hurts to have to pick against Frederic, Luck, and Grantsburg,” he said while dabbing at the corners of his eyes with a tissue. “I hope I’m wrong and that I get to pick one more round,” he added. Note that he is sticking with the wildly popular “rhyming predictions” formula.

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Round two playoff predictions: Shell Lake 36, Luck 12 – The Lakers rank in every poll and now they’re on a playoff roll.

Gilman 28, Frederic 14 – Can the Vikings pull it off? At this prediction they will scoff!

Colby 42, Grantsburg 20 – The Pirates won last night with ease, but won’t fare well in the home of cheese.

Eau Claire Regis 32, Hurley 8 – This game’s played at Carson Park. The Midgets just won’t have the spark.

Northwestern 28, Bloomer 7 – Northwestern has the upper hand since this game’s played in Tiger land.

Somerset 30, Baldwin-Woodville 22 – The Spartans usually find a way when it’s time to play on Saturday.

The Swami answers all predictions and can be reached at predictionking@yahoo.com.

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Treat yourself to a monster this Halloween

If there’s any bit of advice I can give the bow hunter with an unfilled tag, it’s that this weekend, is likely one of the best times of year to skip out on that special something you may have already had Marty on the calendar. You know the events I’m Seeger talking about, like that costume party you had going on with friends The on Saturday night.

Bottom Instead, stay home, get a good night’s sleep Line and trade that scary costume for some camouflage face paint and a cozy set of hunting clothes. Don’t forget your bow, of course, and be sure not to forget the grunt call at home or even a pair of antlers for rattling.

The point is, deer are on the move, and depending on where you hunt, you’ve likely seen bucks cruising for that prized doe already. Some folks have probably told you that the bucks are in full rut, but in my honest opinion, they’re only very, very close. We’re likely reaching the tail end of the prerut.

The recent hurricane force winds, rain and snow may have slowed things down just a bit, but by this weekend, the colder weather and clearer skies should have bucks moving steady.

The rut, or mating season, is one of those things talked about over cell phones, through texts, e-mail and the

This 7-point buck couldn’t keep his eyes off a doe standing nearby, all the while, ignoring the running vehicle on the road a mere 30 yards away. A sure sign that the rut will be in full swing very soon. – Photo by Marty Seeger break room.

“I think the rut’s going to be early this year,” said my uncle in one of several conversations over the past few weeks.

“While that may be true, the rut always seems to fall on the first week of November,” I argued.

On Monday morning, Oct. 25, I caught an average 7-pointer in a recently combined cornfield near the edge of the road.

Nothing new, or out of the ordinary, really. This is Wisconsin and deer are commonly seen by the edge of the road. But this buck was obviously stricken with love, and the doe standing a few yards

away showed a similar content with her new friend.

After stopping, and swinging the vehicle around for a closer view, the deer hadn’t move but a few steps. After taking several photos I turned around again and headed for work, but stopped again to take a few more photos out of the driver’s side of the vehicle. All the while, the doe and buck stood dumbfounded in the field, and remained there until I finally drove off.

Whether or not the doe was “ready” is anyone’s guess, yet the fact that she wasn’t willing to move suggested to me that

at least a handful of does across the state are really starting to drive bucks crazy.

Despite reports from friends of much larger bucks cruising with their nose to the ground, many of these scenarios have been playing out after dark. For the past week or so, I have yet to see a giant, much smarter whitetail cruising the middle of the day. Until that time, or at least until I hear one of my friends witness daymovement, I’ll be sticking to my prerut strategies and banking on huge bucks moving by the middle of the first week of November.

My experiences in the bow hunting woods this fall have been plentiful considering the time it takes to drive to the areas I hunt and the necessary restraints with life in general. In the past few weeks, I’ve viewed an array of wildlife activity that included sparring bucks, migrating fowl and fishers prowling for an easy meal on several different frosty mornings. It’s what keeps the bowhunter, and other outdoor enthusiasts going back for more each year.

I’ve often felt a bit sorry for those that tag out on an early-season buck, or happen to shoot a deer on their first or second time out in the woods. By actually shooting a deer, some hunters actually miss out on some of the most exciting hunting action of the year. Most hunters are happy to have killed their deer after spending multiple days afield. But then again, they’re probably the same ones telling those currently hunting about how good the fall fishing, duck hunting or grouse chasing has been over the past week.

But if you still have your bow hunting tag, and are still looking for that elusive trophy, it might be best to skip out on the trick-or-treating this weekend and load your candy bag with venison chops and large set of antlers instead.

Mentored Hunting Law continues to grow in second year MADISON – With the fall hunting seasons in full swing, now is the time hunters can help secure the future of their tradition and introduce someone to hunting by taking advantage of Wisconsin’s mentored hunting law.

“Mentored hunting is a great way for families to involve their kids in family gatherings and in Wisconsin’s greatest hunting tradition. Participation continues to grow especially among 10 and 11-yearolds with gun deer license sales in this age group up 26 percent over this date last year,” said Department of Natural Resources Secretary Matt Frank. “Wisconsin hunters can be proud of the rapid growth and spotless safety record of our mentored youth hunt — and of their own personal effort to grow the next generation of Wisconsin hunters and conservationists.”

Kids with a mentored hunting license and a mentor can participate in the special youth hunts for deer, waterfowl and turkey. These special hunts take place the weekend before the general hunting seasons open for popular species, allowing youths the opportunity to hunt under generally milder weather and with the complete with attention of their adult mentor.

In 2009, the first year of the program, more than 12,000 new hunters participated under the mentored hunting program. Ten thousand of these hunters were kids age 10 or 11, who also are entitled to purchase the various types of hunting licenses at a reduced rate of $7.00.

Key to the Mentored Hunting Law are safety provisions and a focus on a one mentored hunter to one mentor pairing.

Only one firearm or bow is allowed between the two and the new hunter must be within arm’s reach of the mentor at all

times. Mentors may not hunt if it is a designated youth hunt weekend but may hunt if they have the appropriate license during a regular season. The pair still may only carry one bow or firearm between them and must remain within arm’s reach at all times. All normal hunting rules are in effect in regard to open seasons, firearm restrictions and bag limits.

Wisconsin’s Mentored Hunting Law provides an opportunity to experience hunting under carefully controlled conditions designed to provide a safe experience. If the hunting bug bites, the new hunter can dig in and complete a hunter education safety course, allowing them to hunt on their own starting at age 14.

parent or legal guardian to accompany the youth.

“Mentored hunting has proven to be a safe and rewarding experience for both the new hunter and the mentor,” said Todd Schaller, conservation warden and chief of the Department of Natural Resources’ recreational safety programs.

“The smiles on the faces of the kids who have watched and listened to the hunting stories told by their older brothers, sisters,

aunts, uncles and parents and who now have a hunting story of their own are priceless. It is an important first step to becoming a responsible hunter and conservationist at a time when kids are very impressionable and are beginning to get a feel for the activities they will pursue as adults.”

For more information contact Todd Schaller at 608-267-2774. – from the DNR

Chapin honored for over 20 years

Trip of a lifetime

Conservation Warden Jesse Ashton presented hunter education instructor Jim Chapin an award for over 20 years of service at the American Legion Hall in St. Croix Falls. The award was presented at one of the hunter safety classes in September. – Photo submitted

Cole Webb, a sixth-grader at St. Croix Falls, was granted a trip of a lifetime to hunt in New Mexico with Pete Felhen in late September and early October. He harvested this 700-pound cow elk and couldn’t have been happier. – Photo submitted

After the mentored hunt People born after Jan. 1, 1973, must complete a hunter education course before they can hunt on their own. Courses are often in high demand and this can present a scheduling barrier to getting started in hunting especially for some busy families. The mentored hunt allows anyone over 10 years of age to experience hunting with a trusted mentor who is already a licensed hunter until the time they can complete a hunter education course.

Requirements for mentors To serve as a mentor, a person must be at least 18 years old, have a hunting license and be a hunter education course graduate or have completed basic training with U.S. Armed Forces, if born on or after Jan. 1, 1973. The mentor and the mentored hunter must be within arm’s reach at all times and may only carry one gun or one bow between them. The mentor, if not the youth’s parent or legal guardian, must also have the permission of the youth’s

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(Oct. 27, Nov. 3, 10, 17, 24, Dec. 1) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY MinnWest Bank – Eagan, 1150 Yankee Doodle Road Eagan, Minnesota 55121, Plaintiff, vs.

Trout Haven Development LLC 1079 – 340th Avenue Frederic, Wisconsin 54837, Defendant.

Case No. 10 CV 21 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on March 16, 2010, in the amount of $1,299,751.64, the undersigned Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: December 15, 2010, at 10 o’clock a.m.

TERMS: Pursuant to said judgment, 10% of the successful bid must be paid to the sheriff at the sale in cash, cashier’s check or certified funds, payable to the clerk of courts (personal checks cannot and will not be accepted). The balance of the successful bid must be paid to the clerk of courts in cash, cashier’s check or certified funds no later than ten days after the court’s confirmation of the sale or else the 10% down payment is forfeited to the plaintiff. The property is sold “as is” and is subject to all liens and encumbrances.

PLACE: Front entrance of the Polk County Justice Center, 1005 W. Main Street, Suite 900, Balsam Lake, WI 54810.

DESCRIPTION: Parcel 1: Lots 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 10, 11, 12, 14, 15, 16, 18, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25 and 26, Plat of Trout Haven Condos, Polk County, Wisconsin.

Parcel 2: Lot 3 of Certified Survey Map No. 4648 recorded in Volume 20 of Certified Survey Maps at page 200, Document No. 688918, in the Office of the Polk County Register of Deeds. Said map located in the Northwest Quarter of the Northwest Quarter (NW 1/4 of NW 1/4) and parts of the Northeast Quarter of the Northwest Quarter (NE 1/4 of NW 1/4) and the Southeast Quarter of the Northwest Quarter (SE 1/4 of NW 1/4), all in Section Seventeen (17), Township Thirty-seven (37) North, Range Sixteen (16) West, Polk County, Wisconsin.

This parcel can not be sold in parcels without material injury to the rights of the parties and the Defendants have agreed that the parcel may be sold in its entirety.

TAX PARCEL NOS: 014-003700100, 014-00370-0200, 01400370-0300, 014-00370-0400, 014-00370-0500, 014-003700600, 014-00370-0700, 01400370-0800, 014-00370-1000, 014-00370-1100, 014-003701200, 014-00370-1400, 01400370-1500, 014-00370-1600, 014-00370-1800, 014-003700020, 014-00370-2100, 01400370-2200, 014-00370-2300, 014-00370-2400, 014-003702500, 014-00370-2600, 01400370-3000.

DATED: October 18, 2010.

Timothy G. Moore, Sheriff Polk County, Wisconsin Hanft Fride A Professional Association Attorneys for MinnWest Bank Eagan 1000 U.S. Bank Place 130 West Superior Street Duluth, MN 55802-2094 Tel. (218) 722-4766 Hanft Fride, a Professional Association, is attempting to collect a debt on our client’s behalf and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. If you have previously received a discharge in a chapter 7 bankruptcy case, this communication should not be construed as an attempt to hold you personally liable for the debt.

Notices TOWN OF EUREKA

Public Test Town Hall Thurs., Oct. 28, 2010 10 a.m.

Notice is given to perform a public test of the Edge Voting System at the Eureka 523947 51a,d 10L Town Hall.

(Oct. 13, 20, 27, Nov. 3, 10, 17) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY First National Community Bank, Plaintiff vs.

Aaron Kromrey, Ellen S. Kromrey, F/K/A Ellen Pogodzinski, and WESTconsin Credit Union, Defendants.

NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE Case No. 09 CV 347 Case Code: 30404 PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on July 13, 2009, in the amount of $176,315.96, the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: December 2, 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 will result in forfeit of deposit to plaintiff.

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

PLACE: The front lobby of the Polk County Judicial Center located at 1005 West Main Street, Balsam Lake, Wis. DESCRIPTION: Lot 1 of Certified Survey Map No. 3638 recorded in Vol. 16 of C.S.M., pg. 151, as Doc. No. 629705 located in part of the NE 1/4 of the SE 1/4 of Section 27, Township 32 North, Range 19 West, Town of Farmington, Polk County, Wisconsin.

TOGETHER WITH an easement for ingress and egress described as follows: A part of the NE 1/4 of the SE 1/4 of Section 27, Township 32 North, Range 19 West, Town of Farmington, Polk County, Wisconsin, more particularly described as follows: Commencing at the SE corner of said Section 27; thence N00013’27”W 1,724.37 feet along the East line of said SE 1/4 of Section 27; thence S89031’55”W 428.54 feet to the point of beginning of said easement; An Easement including an 80-foot radius arc around the said point of beginning; thence the road easement continues from said point of beginning 33 feet either side of and parallel to a line bearing S89031’55”W 834.00 feet to the east rightof-way line of State Trunk Highway 35.

PROPERTY ADDRESS: 2603 13th Avenue, Osceola, Wisconsin 54020.

Dated this 22nd day of September, 2010. /s/Timothy G. Moore Polk County Sheriff Ronald L. Siler VAN DYK, WILLIAMSON & SILER, S.C. Attorney for Plaintiff 201 South Knowles Avenue New Richmond, WI 54017 Van Dyk, Williamson & Siler, S.C., is attempting to collect a debt on our client’s behalf and any information we obtain will be used for that purpose. If you previously received a discharge in a chapter 7 bankruptcy case, this communication should not be construed as an attempt to hold you personally liable for the debt.

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(Oct. 6, 13, 20, 27, Nov. 3, 10) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. Plaintiff/Third Party Defendant, vs.

Scott H. Lee and Lisa M. Lee, as husband and wife, Defendants/Third Party Defendants, vs.

AnchorBank, fsb f/k/a S & C Bank, Intervenor/Third Party Plaintiff.

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE Case No.: 08 CV 619 Case Code: 30404 Judge: Molly E. GaleWyrick PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on the April 26, 2010, in the amount of $24,414.68, the Polk County Sheriff will sell the described property at public auction as follows: DATE/TIME: November 24, 2010, at 10:00 p.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 Polk County Sheriff’s Office 1005 West Main St., Suite 900 Balsam Lake, WI 54810 DESCRIPTION: All that part of Block 4 of Staffenson’s Addition to the City of Amery lying South of a line described as follows: Said line shall begin at a point on East line of said Block 4 midway between points where the North and South ends of said block line intersect with edges of Apple River, thence in a Westerly direction at right angles to said block line to the edge of Apple River lying in and comprising a part of the Northwest 1/4 of the Southeast 1/4 of Section 28, Township 33 North, Range 16 West. Together with the right to use the East 30 feet of Block 4 from Winchester Street to the above-described parcel for Roadway purposes.

Said land being in the County of Polk & State of Wisconsin.

PROPERTY ADDRESS: 249 Winchester Street 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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Polk County deaths Joseph M. Johnson, 59, Maplewood, Minn., died Oct. 1, 2010.

(Oct. 27, Nov. 3, 10, 17, 24, Dec. 1) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY CIVIL DIVISION The Bank Of New York Mellon F/K/A The Bank Of New York, As Trustee For The Certificateholders Cwalt, Inc., Alternative Loan Trust 2006OC1, Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2006-OC1 Plaintiff vs.

Steve M. Preisler; Julie A. Preisler; Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., Acting Solely As Nominee For Intervale Mortgage Corporation; Defendants NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE Case No. 10 CV 89 Case Code No. 30404 PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on May 18, 2010, in the amount of $102,593.09, the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: December 14, 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.

3. Buyer to pay applicable Wisconsin Real Estate Transfer Tax from the proceeds of the sale.

PLACE: Lobby of the Polk County Justice Center, 1005 West Main Street, Balsam Lake, WI 54810.

PROPERTY DESCRIPTION: Commencing 480 feet north of the east 1/8 post in the south line of Section 15, Township 32 North of Range 19 West, thence north on said 1/8 line 95 feet; thence west at right angles with said 1/8 line 150 feet; thence south parallel with said 1/8 line 95 feet; thence east 150 feet to the place of beginning said described piece of parcel of land being a part of the southwest quarter of the southeast quarter of Section 15, Township 32 North of Range 19 West, Polk County, Wisconsin.

TAX KEY NO.: 022-00362-0000.

PROPERTY ADDRESS: 307 St. Rd. 35, Osceola, WI 54020.

Dated this 27th day of October, 2010.

Timothy G. Moore Polk County Sheriff Gunar J. Blumberg State Bar No. 1028987 Attorney for Plaintiff 230 W. Monroe, Ste. 1125 Chicago, IL 60606 Phone: 312-541-9710 Johnson, Blumberg & Associates, LLC, is the creditor’s attorney and is attempting to collect a debt on its behalf. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

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TOWN OF ST. CROIX FALLS Polk County, Wisconsin www.townofstcroixfalls.org PLAN COMMISSION - NOTICE OF HEARING November 10, 2010 The Town of St. Croix Falls Plan Commission will hold a public hearing at 6 p.m., on Wednesday, November 10, 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.

Rob Carlson requests a SPECIAL EXCEPTION to expand a nonconforming building in the Commercial District. The property address is 2014 U.S. Hwy. 8, St. Croix Falls, WI 54024.

The property is located in Section 34, and the parcel identification number is 044-00921-1000 The Polk County Recycling Center requests a SPECIAL EXCEPTION to add a building that would bring the aggregate building area for a parcel over 10,000 square feet in the Commercial District. The property is located in Section 27, and the parcel identification number is 044-00751-0000.

The Town of St. Croix Falls is holding a public hearing to discuss amendments to Chapter 5 of the Town’s Zoning Ordinance. Drafts of the proposed changes are available at the Town Hall or the Town Web site, www.townofstcroixfalls.org.

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Esther K. Chelberg, 97, Amery, died Oct. 8, 2010.

Lydia M. Johnson, 66, Black Brook Township, died Oct. 8, 2010.

George W. Sova, 74, Osceola, died Oct. 10, 2010.

Raymond D. Lehmann, 71, Milltown Township, died Oct. 11,

2010.

Donald D. Johnson, 71, Eureka Township, died Oct. 12, 2010.

Jeffrey O. Aune, 39, Black Brook Township, died Oct. 14, 2010.

Raymond D. Forslund, 71, St. Croix Falls, died Oct. 14,

NOTICE OF HEARING

The Polk County Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, November 9, 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 each site and will reconvene at 10 a.m. at the Government Center in Balsam Lake, Wiscosin. At that time each applicant will inform the Board of their request. (THE APPLICANT MUST APPEAR AT 10 A.M. WHEN THE BOARD RECONVENES AT THE GOVERNMENT CENTER.) CRAIG & SHEILA HAASNOOT request a variance from Article 11E3 of the Polk County Shoreland Protection Zoning Ordinance to build a garage closer than 63’ from the centerline of a town road.

Property affected is: 956 N. Wisconsin Ln., pt. of SW1/4, SE1/4, Sec. 21/T33N/R16W, Town of Lincoln, pond (class 3).

LUCY KLOS requests a variance from Article 11F2(a)(1)+(2) and 11E3 of the Polk County Shoreland Protection Zoning Ordinance to build an addition onto existing dwelling which will exceed the 750sq.-ft. footprint, off to the side and build a porch roof overhang which will be closer than 63’ from centerline of town road. Property affected is: 1309 Mirror Waters, Lot 17, Plat of Mirror Waters, Sec. 29/T34N/ 523906 9-10L 51a,d R17W, Town of Balsam Lake, Deer Lake (class 1). WNAXLP

TOWN OF EUREKA PUBLIC BUDGET HEARING

Notice is hereby given that on Thursday, November 11, 2010, at 7 p.m., at the Eureka Town Hall, a public hearing on the proposed 2011 budget for the Town of Eureka, Polk County, will be held. The detailed budget proposal is posted and also available for inspection at the clerk’s home office by appointment.

SPECIAL TOWN MEETING

Notice is hereby given that on Thursday, November 11, 2010, immediately following completion of the public hearing, a special town meeting of the electors, called by the town board pursuant to s. 60.12(1)(c), Wis. Statutes will be held for the following purpose: 1. To approve the total 2011 highway expenditures pursuant to s. 82.03(2).

2. To adopt the 2010 town tax levy to be paid in 2011 pursuant to s. 60.10(1)(a).

MONTHLY TOWN BOARD MEETING

The Town Board meeting will immediately follow the other two meetings. Agenda will be posted.

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TOWN OF OAKLAND BURNETT COUNTY, WIS. NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Notice is hereby given that on Thursday, November 11, 2010, at 7 p.m., at the Webster Fire Hall, located at 7420 W. Main St., Webster, a Public Hearing on the proposed budget for the Town of Oakland will be held. The proposed budget in detail is available for inspection at the Clerk’s office by appointment. Phone 715-866-8213.

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NOTICE

Notice is hereby given that on Thursday, November 11, 2010, immediately following completion of the Public Hearing on the proposed budget which begins at 7 p.m., at Webster Fire Hall located at 7420 W. Main St., Webster, WI, a Special Town Meeting of Electors will be held pursuant to sec. 60.12 (1) (a) of Wisconsin Statutes, called by the town board for the purposes: To approve the total 2011 highway expenditures pursuant to sec. 81.01 (3) of Wis. Statutes.

To adopt the 2010 town tax levy to be paid in 2011, pursuant to sec. 60.10 (1) (a) of Wis. Statutes.

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Business Analyst WITC Administrative Office – Shell Lake

Applications are currently being accepted from learning-focused, creative and dynamic candidates for the position of Business Analyst at Wisconsin Indianhead Technical College Administrative Office – Shell Lake. The focus of this position will primarily be on Web application, Sharepoint and PeopleSoft development.

Qualifications include: an Associate Degree in Information systems specializing in Programming, excellent verbal and written communication skills, the ability to work independently and with groups, experience with Windows development in Client Server environment, SQL Server, business programming and experience preferred in programming development in Web applications, Sharepoint and PeopleSoft.

Application Deadline: November 12, 2010.

WISCONSIN INDIANHEAD TECHNICAL COLLEGE

For a complete list of qualifications and to apply visit our Web site at 524261 www.witc.edu/employ.

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WITC is an equal opportunity/access/employer and educator.

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POLK COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT COMMUNITY SEASONAL INFLUENZA VACCINE SCHEDULE

*All clinic dates depend on the availability of influenza vaccine. In the event that vaccine is not available, cancellation announcements will be made via local radio stations.

Friday, Oct. 22 Monday, Oct. 25 Tuesday, Oct. 26 Friday, Oct. 29 Saturday, Nov. 6 Friday, Nov. 19

1 - 4 p.m.

10:30 - 11:30 a.m.

1 - 3 p.m.

9:30 - 11 a.m.

12 - 1:30 p.m.

2 - 4 p.m.

9 - 10 a.m.

10:30 - 11:30 a.m.

1 - 3 p.m.

10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

9 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Polk County Health Dept., Balsam Lake Clear Lake Village Hall Amery Senior Center Frederic Senior Center Milltown Community Center Luck Senior Center Osceola Village Hall Royal Oaks Assisted Living Osceola St. Croix Falls Library Unity School (Craft Fair), Balsam Lake Polk County Health Dept., Balsam Lake

Additional seasonal influenza clinics may be added. Call the Polk County Health Department at 715-485-8500 or check our Web site at www.polkcountyflu.com.

COST: Flu Vaccine - $25/dose.

Pneumococcal Vaccine - $45/dose.

Vaccine is covered by Medicare, BadgerCare and all insurance.

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NOTICE OF GENERAL ELECTION

At the General Election to be held on November 2, 2010, in Polk County, Wisconsin, the following polling place locations will be used for the municipalities indicated.

Polling places will open at 7 a.m. and will close at 8 p.m.

Voters must be registered before they may vote. You may already be registered.

If you have any questions concerning your polling place, or registering, contact the municipal clerk prior to the election.

All polling places are accessible to elderly and disabled voters.

City of St. Croix Falls Voting at: City Hall (Located at 710 Hwy. 35 South, intersection of U.S. Hwy. 8 & Hwy. 35 S.) Bonita Leggitt, Clerk - 715-483-3929, ext. 11 Town of Alden Voting at: Alden Town Hall (Located 1 mile east of Hwy. 65 on Cty. Rd. C & CC) Judy Demulling, Clerk - 715-248-7859 Town of Apple River Voting at: Apple River Town Hall 612 U.S. Hwy. 8, Range Tom Sykes - Clerk, 715-268-2534 Town of Balsam Lake Voting at: Balsam Lake Town Hall & Shop (Located at 1494 150th Ave., intersection of 150th Ave. & 150th St.) Brian Masters, Clerk - 715-554-2091 Town of Bone Lake Voting at: Bone Lake Lutheran Church (1/2 mile S. of Hwy. 48, corner of Cty. Rd. I & 255th Ave.) Darrell Frandsen, Clerk - 715-472-8212 Town of Clam Falls Voting at: Clam Falls Town Hall (County Road I to 320th Avenue, east to 80th Street, then south 1/4 mile - hall on east side of street) Betty L. Knutson, Clerk - 715-653-4206 Town of Eureka Voting at: Eureka Town Hall (Located at 2111 State Rd. 87 Approx. 4 miles south of Cushing on Hwy. 87) Michelle Tonnar, Clerk - 715-646-2985 Town of Farmington Voting at: Farmington Town Hall (Located 1/4 mile west of Hwy. 35 on 30th Ave.) Debbie Swanson, Clerk - 715-294-2370 Town of Garfield Voting at: Garfield Town Hall (Next to Fire Hall, in Wanderoos) Sue Knutson, Clerk - 715-268-4857 Town of Georgetown Voting at: Town Hall (Located corner of Cty. Rds. H & I) Kristine Lindgren, Clerk - 715-857-5788 Town of Laketown Voting at: Cushing Community Center (Located at 2410 241st St., Cushing School) Patsy Gustafson, Clerk - 715-648-5569

Town of Lorain Voting at: Lorain Town Hall (Located at the intersection of 20th St. & 345th Ave., next to fire hall) Susan Hughes, Clerk - 715-653-2629 Alex Till, Deputy Clerk Town of Luck Voting at: Luck Town Hall (Located at St. Rd. 48, next to Luck Medical Clinic) Lloyd Nelson, Clerk - 715-472-2037 Town of McKinley Voting at: McKinley Town Hall (Located at Corner of Hwy. 48 and 15th St.) Deborah Grover, Clerk - 715-822-3864 Town of Milltown Voting at: Milltown Fire Hall (Located at 127 Eider St., on Hwy. 35 north of Milltown) Virgil Hansen, Clerk - 715-825-2494 Town of Osceola Voting at: Town Hall (516 East Ave. N, Dresser) Lorraine Rugroden, Clerk/Treas. - 715-755-3060 Town of St. Croix Falls Voting at: St. Croix Falls Town Hall (Intersection of U.S. Hwy. 8 and 200th St.) Janet Krueger, Clerk - 715-483-1851 Town of Sterling Voting at: Cushing Community Center (From Hwy. 87 turn by Holiday (Cty. Rd. N), go straight onto 241st St.) Julie Peterson, Clerk - 715-488-2735 Town of West Sweden Voting at: West Sweden Town Hall (Located in Frederic, off Hwy. 48 W., on (N.) 3rd Ave.) Andrea Lundquist, Clerk - 715-327-8650 Village of Dresser Voting at: Municipal Office (Located on the corner of Main St. and Central Ave., 2 blocks off of State Rd. 35) Jodi A. Gilbert, Clerk - 715-755-2940 Village of Frederic Voting at: Frederic Village Hall (107 Hope Road West , 1/2 block west of Hwy. 35) Kristi Swanson, Clerk - 715-327-4294 Village of Osceola Voting at: Osceola High School Auditorium Neil J. Soltis, Clerk - 715-294-3498 523871 51a,d 10L WNAXLP

APPLICATION FOR LICENSE

Application for Class B Retail License to sell Fermented Malt Beverages and Intoxicating Liquors. To the town board of the Town of Meenon, Burnett County, Wisconsin.

The undersigned: Midtown Tavern Richard J. Belanger 25196 State Road 35 Siren, WI 54872 Hereby makes application for Class B Retail License to sell Fermented Malt Beverages and Intoxicating Liquors to be used from November 9, 2010, to June 30, 2011, at the place of business located at: 25196 State Road 35 Siren, WI 54872 Dated: October 21, 2010 Suzanna M. Eytcheson Meenon Town Clerk 524266 10L 52a WNAXLP

TRANSPORTATION DEPARTMENT POSTING SCHOOL DISTRICT OF ST. CROIX FALLS 2010 - 2011 Immediate need to fill the following position:

School Bus Mechanic

Qualifications include: • Ability to work well with staff and students.

• Ability to repair and maintain all of the school district vehicles in operating excellence so they present no problems, interruptions, or safety issues to the educational program and students.

• Graduate of a technical or vocational diesel program preferred. Knowledge in the use of computers, computer diagnostics and electrical systems troubleshooting desired.

Must have or be able to obtain a commercial driver’s license with passenger and school bus endorsement.

Please contact Steve Leslie at 715-483-2507, ext. 1500 Steve Leslie, Transportation Supervisor School District of St. Croix Falls P.O. Box 130 St. Croix Falls, WI 54024 715-483-2507, ext. 1500 leslist@scf.k12.wi.us

By November 3, 2010 Applications available at the School District Business Office, Bus Garage or on the Web site at www.scf.k12.wi.us 524383 10L

NOTICE OF REFERENDUM Polk County November 2, 2010

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that at an election to be held in the County of Polk, on November 2, 2010, the following proposed Advisory Referendum will be submitted to a vote of the people: WHEREAS, according to the Legislative Fiscal Bureau, over the past decade, the state of Wisconsin has transferred approximately $1.2 billion from the state’s segregated transportation fund to the state’s general fund and replaced it with approximately $800 million in General Obligation (GO) bonds. Thereby, reducing the amount available for transportation purposes by approximately $400 million; and WHEREAS, Wisconsin’s practice of transferring money from the segregated transportation fund to the general fund has eroded the public’s confidence that the “user fees” they pay through the state gasoline tax and vehicle registration fees will be used for their intended purpose; and WHEREAS, Wisconsin’s practice of replacing the dollars transferred from the state’s segregated transportation fund with GO bonds puts our state in the precarious position of bonding to fund ongoing operations; and WHEREAS, the Pew Center on the States recently released a report that included Wisconsin as having one of the ten worst budget situations in the country and specifically cited transferring money from the transportation fund to fund ongoing operations as an example of one of the practices that has put Wisconsin in such an untenable position; and WHEREAS, the debt service for these bonds will have to be paid for out of the state’s general fund which hinders its ability to fund other programs like Shared Revenue, Youth Aids, Community Aids and courts in the future; and WHEREAS, using the states general obligation (GO) bonds in this way has hurt the states bond rating. A report issued by CNN in 2009 listed Wisconsin as having the second worst GO bond rating in the country; and WHEREAS, gas tax and vehicle registration fees comprise over 90% of the state’s segregated transportation account. Revenues from these two sources have been declining and are inadequate to meet the existing transportation needs in this state; and WHEREAS, Wisconsin’s transportation infrastructure is a fundamental component in its ability to attract and retain business and produce jobs; and WHEREAS, the citizens of Polk County deserve the right to have their voices heard on this important issue; and WHEREAS, providing constitutional protection much like our neighbors in Minnesota, Iowa, Michigan and Ohio already have is the only way to ensure that this practice will not continue.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Polk County Board of Supervisors that the following question will be put to the voters of Polk County in an advisory referendum during the November 2010 election.

The question will appear on the ballot as follows:

Should the Wisconsin Constitution be amended to prohibit any further transfers or lapses from the segregated transportation fund?

EXPLANATION This is an advisory referendum only. A “yes” vote indicates that you support a constitutional amendment to prohibit using transportation user fees (i.e., state gas tax and vehicle registration fees) for any purpose other than funding transportation in Wisconsin. A “no” vote indicates that you do not support such a constitutional amendment. Your vote on this question will not directly result in the passage or nonpassage of a constitutional amendment. The purpose of the question is to advise your representatives of the amount of support for and against a constitutional amendment limiting the use of transportation user fees for transportation purposes only.

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Done in the Village of Balsam Lake, On SEPTEMBER 29, 2010 Carole T. Wondra, Polk County Clerk

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Notices/Employment Opportunities

PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR/ ZONING ADMINISTRATOR

NOTICE OF PUBLIC BUDGET HEARING FOR POLK COUNTY, WISCONSIN, 2011 BUDGET Notice is hereby given that on November 9, 2010, at 7 p.m., at the Polk County Government Center in Balsam Lake, Wisconsin, the County Board will hold a public hearing on the proposed budget for 2011. The following is a summary of the proposed budget for the governmental fund types of the county. An account of the proposed budget may be inspected at the Department of Administration or via the county Web site.

Adopted 2010 Proposed 2011 Percentage GENERAL FUND Budget Budget Change Expenditures: General Government $5,889,478 $5,927,524 Public Safety 7,212,123 7,384,567 Highway 3,004,993 2,989,300 Sanitation 575,408 669,015 Health and Human Services 2,749,731 2,718,931 Culture, Recreation and Education 1,121,693 1,180,120 Conservation and Development 1,361,207 1,733,984 Total Expenditures and Other Uses $21,914,633 $22,603,441 3.1%

County Tax Levy Act 150 Bridge Aid Total County Tax Rate Act 150 Tax Rate Bridge Aid Tax Rate Total County Equalized Value

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING AND SPECIAL MEETINGS FOR THE TOWN OF MILLTOWN

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT ON MONDAY, NOVEMBER 8, 2010, at 7 p.m., at the Milltown Fire Hall, a public hearing on the proposed budget for 2011 will be held. The pro posed budget in detail is available for review at the Clerk’s office.

The following is a summary of the proposed budget for 2011: 2010 2011 PERCENT BUDGET BUDGET CHANGE REVENUE Property Tax Levy 437,303 427,831 - 1.0 State Revenues 147,313 151,241 + 2.6 TOWN Services 18,000 16,500 - 9.1 Loans 28,507 28,507 TOTAL REVENUE 631,123 624,079 - 1.1 EXPENDITURES Public Safety 73,410 72,970 - .6 Loan Payments 81,176 81,176 Salaries 124,808 129,808 + 3.9 Construction 220,229 225,625 + 2.4 Public Works 119,500 102,500 - 16.6 Assessing 12,000 12,000 TOTAL EXPENDITURES 631,123 624,079 - 1.1

3.1%

Fund Balance 1/1/2011 9,026,734

Total Revenues 22,603,441

Total Expenditures 22,603,441

Fund Balance 12/31/2011 9,026,734

Property Tax Contribution 13,692,911

210,702

7,992,433 8,459,091

7,868,885 8,459,091

334,250

– 3,840,904

116,411 10,678 759,228 208,954 $10,332,707

446,951 804,982 4,055,302 3,869,513 $48,231,713

452,383 804,982 4,059,502 3,908,929 $48,157,213

110,979 10,678 755,028 169,538 $10,407,207

109,840 163,581 3,829,513 $21,636,749

2010 Budget $20,666,063 494,989 10,095 $21,171,147

2011 Budget $21,045,812 543,459 47,478 $21,636,749

Amount Change $379,749 48,470 37,383 $465,602

Percent Change 1.84% 9.79% 370.31% 2.20%

4.3657 0.1046 0.0021 $4.4724 $4,733,746,500

4.7477 0.1226 0.0107 $4.8810 $4,432,825,200

0.38 0.02 0.01 $0.4086 $(300,921,300)

8.75% 17.25% 402.24% 9.14% -6.36%

NOTICE OF SPECIAL TOWN MEETINGS:

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Golden Age Manor Human Services Public Health: Birth to 3, Immunization, Environmental Office of Aging Other Special Revenue Funds Debt Service Funds Total

$13,692,911 595,170 2,153,798 256,510 176,200 2,562,720 250,570 491,094 2,200,000 86,317 138,151 $22,603,441

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General Fund

$13,153,989 466,150 1,995,925 306,500 162,000 2,437,925 239,425 398,125 2,131,475 200,000 423,119 $21,914,633

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that immediately following the budget hearing a special meeting of the electors called pursuant to Sec. 60.12(1)(c) of Wis. Stats. for the following purposes will be held: 1. To approve the total 2011 highway expenditures pursuant to Sec. 81.01(3) of Wis. Stats.

2. To adopt the 2010 Town Tax Levy to be paid in 2011 pursuant to Sec. 60.10(1)(a) of Wis. Stats.

3. To approve the purchase of a shouldering machine.

The regular monthly meeting will follow the special meeting.

Dated this 25th day of October, 2010.

Virgil Hansen, Town Clerk Town of Milltown 524467 WNAXLP 10-11L 52-1a,d

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

FALL GENERAL ELECTION NOVEMBER 2, 2010

LOCATION AND HOURS OF POLLING PLACES A Fall General Election will be held on Tuesday, November 2, 2010, in the State of Wisconsin. This notice of location and hours of polling places is published on behalf of the municipalities. Following is a list of polling place locations for Burnett County municipalities: Town of Anderson Town of Blaine Town of Daniels Town of Dewey Town of Grantsburg Town of Jackson Town of LaFollette Town of Lincoln Town of Meenon Town of Oakland Town of Roosevelt Town of Rusk

Town Hall 13808 Anderson Rd. Town Hall (Northland Comm Ctr) 1232 E. School Rd. Town Hall 9602 Daniels 70 Rd. Town Hall 24433 Town Hall Rd. Town Hall 23211 State Rd. 48 Town Hall 4599 County Rd. A Town Hall 24184 Malone Rd. Town Hall 9110 Perida Rd. Town Hall 7396 Kruger Rd. Town Hall 27826 Lone Pine Rd. (Timberland Luth. Church) 20805 Cty. Rd. H Town Hall 25195 County Rd. H

Town of Sand Lake Town of Scott Town of Siren Town of Swiss Town of Trade Lake Town of Union Town of Webb Lake Town of West Marshland Town of Wood River Village of Grantsburg Village of Siren Village of Webster

Town Hall Town Hall Town Hall Town Hall Town Hall Town Hall Town Hall Town Hall Town Hall Village Hall Village Hall Community Center

5364 County Rd. X 28390 County Rd. H 7240 S. Long Lake Rd. 7551 Main Street 11811 Town Hall Rd. 9015 County Rd. F 31000 Namekagon Trail 12259 County Rd. F 11610 State Rd. 70 316 S Brad St. 24049 First Ave. N 7421 Main St. W

The polls will open at 7 a.m. and close at 8 p.m. All of the polling places are accessible to elderly and disabled voters. If you have questions concerning your polling place, contact the municipal clerk: Town of Anderson Jessica King, Clerk 2773 185th St. Luck, WI 54853 715-472-4753 Town of Blaine Rita Ronnigen, Clerk 33426 North Mans Trail Minong, WI 54859 715-466-4884 Town of Daniels Ellen Ellis, Clerk 8713 Daniels 70 Siren, WI 54872 715-349-5840 Town of Dewey Pamela Brown 1148 Swiss Chalet Rd. Shell Lake, WI 54871 715-468-7111 Town of Grantsburg Romey Nelson, Clerk/ Treasurer 118 E. Madison Avenue P.O. Box 642 Grantsburg, WI 54840 715-463-5600

Town of Jackson Lorraine Radke, Clerk 4742 County Rd. A Webster, WI 54893 715-866-8412 Town of LaFollette Linda Terrian, Clerk 23928 Malone Rd. Siren, WI 54872 715-349-2531 Town of Lincoln Patrice Bjorklund, Clerk P.O. Box 296 Webster, WI 54893 715-866-7580 Town of Meenon Suzanna M. Eytcheson, Clerk 25863 E. Bass Lk. Dr. Webster, WI 54893 715-866-4893 Town of Oakland Deanna Krause, Clerk 7426 W. Main St. P.O. Box 675 Webster, WI 54893 715-866-8213

Town of Roosevelt Karla Mortensen, Clerk 22030 Bakker Rd. Shell Lake, WI 54871 715-645-2507 Town of Rusk Jennifer Christner, Clerk 26951 W. Benoit Lake Rd. Webster, WI 54893 715-635-3861 Town of Sand Lake Peggy Tolbert, Clerk P.O. Box 165 Webster, WI 54893 715-866-4398 Town of Scott Kim Simon, Clerk 28390 County Rd. H Spooner, WI 54801 715-635-2308 Town of Siren Mary Hunter, Clerk 23340 Soderberg Rd. Siren, WI 54872 715-349-5119

Town of Swiss Judy Dykstra, Clerk 7551 Main St. P.O. Box 157 Danbury, WI 54830 Office: 715-656-3030 Town of Trade Lake Deborah Christian, Clerk 13361 St. Rd. 48 Grantsburg, WI 54840 715-488-2600 Town of Union David Olson, Clerk 8637 Grover Pt. Rd. Danbury, WI 54830 715-866-4129 Town of Webb Lake Gail Keup, Clerk 2363 Escape Drive Webb Lake, WI 54830 715-259-3439 Town of West Marshland Margaret A. Hess, Clerk 25161 Spaulding Rd. Grantsburg, WI 54840 715-463-2922

Town of Wood River Dawn Luke, Clerk 11097 Crosstown Rd. Grantsburg, WI 54840 715-689-2296 Village of Grantsburg Jennifer Zeiler, Clerk 316 S. Brad St. Grantsburg, WI 54840 715-463-2405 Village of Siren Ann Peterson, Clerk/ Treasurer 24049 First Ave. P.O. Box 23 Siren, WI 54872 715-349-2273 Village of Webster Patrice Bjorklund, Clerk/ Treasurer 7505 Main St. W. P.O. Box 25 Webster, WI 54893 715-866-4211

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There will be a PUBLIC HEARING to review the draft application and budget for the 2011 SPECIALIZED TRANSPORTATION ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS FOR COUNTIES (S.85.21) Wisconsin Statutes.

Time and Place: 1 p.m., Wednesday, November 10, Room 162-163, Burnett County Government Center, 7410 County Rd. K, Siren, WI. Transportation will be available to persons disabled and seniors age 60+ by calling 715-349-7600.

Copies of the draft are available at the Aging Unit Office, Burnett County Dept. of Health & Human Services, Room 180, Burnett County Government Center.

If unable to attend the hearing, written comments may be sent to the above address. Comments should be 524291 10L WNAXLP received by Tuesday, November 9.

MANUFACTURING

Make your career a smooth operation.

BERMO Incorporated, a premier manufacturer of metal components, has immediate openings in our Circle Pines, MN facility for a:

Punch Press Setup/Operator Class A

2nd or 3rd Shift • Must have experience in punch press set and operation.

• Must have experience setting up and operating stage tooling, blanking and progressive dies.

• Must have experience with press feeding equipment.

• Need to correctly use and read hand inspection tools such as calipers and protractors • Die cushion and knockout experience is a plus.

We offer excellent pay and have a modern, smoke-free facility. For confidential consideration, please submit a resume with transcripts (in a Word document), to Nancy Hartman: 4501 Ball Rd. NE, Circle Pines, MN 55014; phone: 763-785-3430; e-mail: nancy.hartman@bermo.com. Equal Opportunity Employer 523037 49-51a-e 8-10r,L

Revenues and Other Sources: Taxes: General Property Taxes Other Taxes Intergovernmental Licenses and Permits Fines, Forfeitures and Penalties Public Charges for Services Intergovernmental Charges for Services Miscellaneous Transfer from Sales Tax Fund Transfer from Lime Fund and Golden Age Manor Fund Balance Applied/Use of Undesignated Funds Total Revenues & Fund Balance Applied

The City of Cumberland is now accepting applications for this full-time position.

Public Works Director responsible for directing, coordinating and supervising street, sewer, parks and recreation. Will be required to prepare and manage an annual DPW budget, understand and prepare technical documents. The ideal candidate must have strong managerial and communication skills and good leadership abilities. Excellent benefit package. Salary DOQ. Zoning Administrator responsible for zoning permits, working in the field, enforcing noncompliance, working with the Planning Commission and Zoning Board of Appeals.

Preferred applicants will have municipal zoning experience or degree in zoning/planning. Need to be a self-starter, have good communication and computer skills, the ability to work with others and good organizational skills.

Deadline for receipt of employment application: November 4, 2010, to: Dennis Rockow, 523815 Clerk-Treasurer, P.O. Box 155, Cumberland, WI 54829, phone 715-822-2752.

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Burnett County warrants Amanda R. Bideau, 23, Minocqua, arrest warrant - complaint. Oct. 22.

Steven J. Finley, 46, Danbury, failure to pay fines, Oct. 22.

Amy L. Henck, 24, Amery, failure to pay fines, Oct. 22.

James A. Owens, 29, Webster, failure to pay fines, Oct. 22.

Jordan D. Paulson, 24,

Grantsburg, failure to pay fines, Oct. 22.

Jellisa A. Reynolds, 21, Shell Lake, failure to pay fines, Oct. 22.

Chelsey Staples, 21, Webster, failure to pay fines, Oct. 22.

Terrance W. Thielman, 37, Spooner, failure to pay fines, Oct. 22.

VILLAGE OF FREDERIC - NOTICE OF PUBLIC TEST ELECTRONIC VOTING EQUIPMENT

A public test of the Village of Frederic’s Sequoia Voting System will be held at the Village Hall on Thurs., Oct. 28, 2010, at 2 p.m.

Kristi Swanson, Village Clerk 524345 10L WNAXLP

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Notices/Employment Opportunities NOTICE TOWN OF MILLTOWN

Monthly Board Meeting Monday, Nov. 8, at 7 p.m.

Milltown Fire Hall Virgil Hansen, Clerk 524040 10-11L 52-1a,d

NOTICE OF GENERAL ELECTION

TOWN OF EUREKA Tues., Nov. 2, 2010 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.

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POLK COUNTY POSITION ANNOUNCEMENTS

Substance Abuse Counselor $24.56/hr.

Human Services. Full Time 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Deadline To Apply: Nov. 3, 2010 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. AA/EEOC 524439 10L

NOTICE OF GENERAL ELECTION AND SAMPLE BALLOTS NOVEMBER 2, 2010

OFFICE OF THE POLK COUNTY CLERK TO THE ELECTORS OF POLK COUNTY Notice is hereby given of a general election to be held in the several wards in Polk County, on the 2nd Day of November, 2010, at which the officers named below shall be chosen. The names of the candidates for each office to be voted for, whose nominations have been certified to or filed in this office, are given under the title of the office and under the appropriate party or other designation, each in its proper column, together with the questions submitted to a vote, in the sample ballot below.

INFORMATION TO ELECTORS Upon entering the polling place, an elector shall state his or her name and address before being permitted to vote. Where ballots are distributed to electors, the initials of two inspectors must appear on the ballot. Upon being permitted to vote, the elector shall retire alone to a voting booth or machine and cast his or her ballot except that an elector who is a parent or guardian may be accompanied by the elector’s minor child or minor ward. An election official may inform the elector of the proper manner for casting a vote, but the official may not in any manner advise or indicate a particular voting choice.

A straight party vote is a vote for all the party’s candidates listed on the ballot, unless the elector casts a vote for a candidate of another party, writes in the name of a candidate or applies a sticker. A straight party vote cannot be cast for Independent candidates. At the general election, if an elector wishes to cast a straight party vote for all candidates nominated by any party, the elector shall select the party of his or her choice and: Where paper ballots are used, make a cross (X) in the circle under the party designation. Where an optical scan system is used, connect the arrow or fill in the oval next to the party designation. Where touch screen voting systems are used, the elector shall select the button next to the party designation.

To vote for individual candidates, where paper ballots are used, make a cross (X) in the square at the right of the candidate’s name for whom he or she intends to vote. Where an optical scan system is used, connect the arrow or fill in the oval next to the candidate’s name for whom he or she intends to vote. Where touch screen voting systems are used, the elector shall select the button next to the candidates’ names for whom he or she intends to vote.

To vote for a person whose name does not appear on the ballot, where paper ballots or an optical scan voting system are used, the elector shall write the name of the candidate of his or her choice in the space provided for a write-in vote. Where touch screen voting systems are used, the elector shall type in the name of the person of his or her choice in the space provided for a write-in vote.

An elector must vote for Governor and Lieutenant Governor jointly on one ticket. A vote for Governor is also a vote for Lieutenant Governor. To vote for persons whose names do not appear on the ballot, write the names of individuals for both offices on the lines provided.

On referenda questions, where paper ballots are used, the elector shall make a cross (X) in the square at the right of “yes” if in favor of the question, or the elector shall make a cross (X) in the square at the right of “no” if opposed to the question.

On referenda questions, where marksense voting is used, the elector shall connect the arrow or fill in the oval next to “yes” if in favor of the question, or the elector shall connect the arrow or fill in the oval next to “no” if opposed to the question.

On referenda questions, where touch screen voting systems are used, the elector shall select the button next to “yes” if in favor of the question, or the elector shall select the button next to “no” if opposed to the question.

The vote should not be cast in any other manner. If an elector spoils a paper or marksense ballot, he or she shall return it to an election official who shall issue another ballot in its place, but not more than three ballots shall be issued to any one elector. If the ballot has not been initialed by two inspectors or is defective in any other way, the elector shall return it to the election official who shall issue a proper ballot in its place. The elector may spoil a touch screen ballot at the voting station, but not more than three ballots shall be issued to any one elector. Not more than five minutes’ time shall be allowed inside a voting booth. Sample ballots or other materials to assist the elector in marking his or her ballot may be taken into the booth and copied. The sample ballot shall not be shown to anyone so as to reveal how the ballot is marked.

After casting his or her vote, the elector shall leave the voting booth, properly deposit the ballot, and promptly leave the polling place.

After an official paper ballot is marked, it shall be folded so that the inside marks do not show, but so the printed endorsements and inspectors’ initials on the outside do show. The elector shall then deposit his or her folded ballot in the proper ballot box or deliver the ballot to an inspector for deposit.

After an official marksense ballot is marked, it shall be inserted in the security sleeve so the marks do not show. The elector shall then insert the ballot in the voting device and discard the sleeve, or deliver the ballot to an inspector for deposit. If a central count system is used, the elector shall insert the ballot in the ballot box and discard the sleeve, or deliver the ballot to an inspector for deposit.

After an official touch screen ballot is marked, the elector shall leave the polling place promptly.

An elector may select an individual to assist in casting his or her vote if the elector declares to the presiding official that he or she is unable to read, has difficulty reading, writing, or understanding English, or that due to disability is unable to cast his or her ballot. The selected individual rendering assistance may not be the elector’s employer or an agent of that employer or an officer or agent of a labor organization which represents the elector.

The following is a sample of the official ballot:

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THIS IS THE OFFICIAL PAPER BALLOT FOR: Town of Alden Town of Farmington Town of Garfield Town of Georgetown Town of Laketown Town of Lincoln Town of Osceola Village of Osceola City of Amery

Carole T. Wondra, County Clerk

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Notices

NOTICE OF HEARING

The Polk County Land Information Committee will hold a Public Hearing on Wednesday, November 3, 2010, at 8:30 a.m., in the Government Center (County Boardroom), Balsam Lake, Wisconsin, to consider the following and other agenda items: MICHAEL & JILL STOFFEL request a district change from General Purpose to Commercial for 1.01 acres located: 2441 230th Ave., Pt. of S. 1/2 of the SW 1/4, SE 1/4, Sec. 1/T35N/R19W, Town of Eureka.

ALVIE J. ANTON/JENNIFER ANTON BAKKEN request a district change from Commercial to Agricultural for 2.18 acres located: 2725 135th St., Pt. of SE 1/4, SW 1/4, Sec. 14/T36N/R17W, Town of Luck.

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ATTENTION CLAM FALLS RESIDENTS

The Comprehensive Land Use Planning Committee invites you to our November meeting, Wednesday, Nov. 3, 2010, at 7 p.m.

We invite you to become a part of the process that will shape our township’s future.

Please plan on attending. For information, call Perry Karl, 715-653-4247 or Brad Olson, 715-327-4614. 524413 10L 52a

TOWN OF BALSAM LAKE

Notice is hereby given that a public test of the electronic voting equipment to be used at the November 2 Election, will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Thursday, October 28, 2010, at the Town Hall and Shop located at 1494 150th Avenue, Balsam Lake. This test is open to the general public.

Brian R. Masters, Clerk 524437 10L WNAXLP

NOTICE OF GENERAL ELECTION AND SAMPLE BALLOTS NOVEMBER 2, 2010

OFFICE OF THE BURNETT COUNTY CLERK TO THE ELECTORS OF BURNETT COUNTY: Notice is hereby given of a general election to be held in the several wards in Burnett County, on the 2nd day of November, 2010, at which the officers named below shall be chosen. The names of the candidates for each office to be voted for, whose nominations have been certified to or filed in this office, are given under the title of the office and under the appropriate party or other designation, each in its proper column, together with the questions submitted to a vote, in the sample ballot below.

INFORMATION TO ELECTORS Upon entering the polling place, an elector shall state his or her name and address before being permitted to vote. Where ballots are distributed to electors, the initials of two inspectors must appear on the ballot. Upon being permitted to vote, the elector shall retire alone to a voting booth or machine and cast his or her ballot except that an elector who is a parent or guardian may be accompanied by the elector’s minor child or minor ward. An election official may inform the elector of the proper manner for casting a vote, but the official may not in any manner advise or indicate a particular voting choice.

A straight party vote is a vote for all the party’s candidates listed on the ballot, unless the elector casts a vote for a candidate of another party, writes in the name of a candidate or applies a sticker. A straight party vote cannot be cast for Independent candidates. At the general election, if an elector wishes to cast a straight party vote for all candidates nominated by any party, the elector shall select the party of his or her choice and: Where paper ballots are used, make a cross (X) in the circle under the party designation. Where touch screen voting systems are used, the elector shall select the button next to the party designation.

To vote for individual candidates, where paper ballots are used, make a cross (X) in the square at the right of the candidate’s name for whom he or she intends to vote. Where touch screen voting systems are used, the elector shall select the button next to the candidates names for whom he or she intends to vote.

To vote for a person whose name does not appear on the ballot, where paper ballots are used, the elector shall write the name of the candidate of his or her choice in the space provided for a write-in vote. Where touch screen voting systems are used, the elector shall type in the name of the person of his or her choice in the space provided for a write-in vote.

An elector must vote for Governor and Lieutenant Governor jointly on one ticket. A vote for Governor is also a vote for Lieutenant Governor. To vote for persons whose names do not appear on the ballot, write the names of individuals for both offices on the lines provided.

On referenda questions, where paper ballots are used, the elector shall make a cross (X) in the square at the right of “yes” if in favor of the question, or the elector shall make a cross (X) in the square at the right of “no” if opposed to the question.

On referenda questions, where touch screen voting systems are used, the elector shall select the button next to “yes” if in favor of the question, or the elector shall select the button next to “no” if opposed to the question.

The vote should not be cast in any other manner. If an elector spoils a paper ballot, he or she shall return it to an election official who shall issue another ballot in its place, but not more than three ballots shall be issued to any one elector. If the ballot has not been initialed by two inspectors or is defective in any other way, the elector shall return it to the election official who shall issue a proper ballot in its place. The elector may spoil a touch screen ballot at the voting station, but not more than three ballots shall be issued to any one elector. Not more than five minutes’ time shall be allowed inside a voting booth. Sample ballots or other materials to assist the elector in marking his or her ballot may be taken into the booth and copied. The sample ballot shall not be shown to anyone so as to reveal how the ballot is marked.

After casting his or her vote, the elector shall leave the voting booth, properly deposit the ballot, and promptly leave the polling place.

After an official paper ballot is marked, it shall be folded so that the inside marks do not show, but so the printed endorsements and inspectors’ initials on the outside do show. The elector shall then deposit his or her folded ballot in the proper ballot box or deliver the ballot to an inspector for deposit.

After an official touch screen ballot is marked, the elector shall leave the polling place promptly.

An elector may select an individual to assist in casting his or her vote if the elector declares to the presiding official that he or she is unable to read, has difficulty reading, writing, or understanding English, or that due to disability is unable to cast his or her ballot. The selected individual rendering assistance may not be the elector’s employer or an agent of that employer or an officer or agent of a labor organization which represents the elector.

The following is a sample of the official ballot:

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NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that at an election to be held in the County of Burnett, on November 2, 2010, the following proposed advisory referenda will be submitted to a vote of the people: RESOLUTION 2010-24 PLACING TRANSPORTATION FUND ADVISORY REFERENDUM QUESTION ON NOVEMBER 2010 BALLOT WHEREAS, Wisconsin’s transportation infrastructure is a fundamental component in its ability to attract and retain business and produce jobs; and WHEREAS, according to the Legislative Fiscal Bureau, over the past decade, the state of Wisconsin has transferred approximately $1.2 Billion from the State’s segregated transportation fund to the state’s general fund and replaced it with approximately $800 million in General Obligation (GO) bonds; thereby reducing the amount available for transportation purposes by approximately $400 million; and WHEREAS, Wisconsin’s practice of replacing the dollars transferred from the state’s segregated transportation fund with GO bonds puts our state in the precarious position of bonding to fund ongoing operations; and WHEREAS, Wisconsin’s practice of transferring money from the segregated transportation fund to the general fund has eroded the public’s confidence that the “user fees” they pay through the state gasoline tax and vehicle registration fees will be used for their intended purpose; and WHEREAS, the Pew Center on the States recently released a report that included Wisconsin as having one of the ten worst budget situations in the country and specifically cited transferring money from the transportation fund to fund ongoing operations as an example of a practice that has put Wisconsin in such an untenable position; and WHEREAS, the debt service for these bonds will have to be paid for out of the state’s general fund which hinders its ability to fund other programs liked Shared Revenue, Youth Aids, Community Aids and courts in the future; and WHEREAS, using the state’s general obligation (GO) bonds in this way has hurt the state’s bond rating. A report issued by CNN in 2009 listed Wisconsin as having the second worst GO bond rating in the country; and WHEREAS, gas tax and vehicle registration fees comprise over 90% of the state’s segregated transportation account. Revenues from these two sources have been declining and are inadequate to meet the existing transportation needs in this state; and WHEREAS, the citizens of Burnett County deserve the right to have their voices heard on this important issue; and WHEREAS, providing constitutional protection, much like our neighbors in Minnesota, Iowa, Michigan and Ohio, is the only way to ensure that this practice will not continue.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the following question will be put to the voters of Burnett County, Wisconsin, in an advisory referendum during the November 2010 election, to wit: Should the Wisconsin Constitution be amended to prohibit any further transfers or lapses from the segregated transportation fund?

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the County Clerk is directed to cause a copy of the Notice of Referendum to be published in the county’s official newspaper as required by law.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the County Clerk is directed to provide a copy of this resolution and a copy of the results of the advisory referendum to the Wisconsin Counties Association.

The question will appear on the ballot as follows: Should the Wisconsin Constitution be amended to prohibit any further transfers or lapses from the segregated transportation fund?

EXPLANATION This is an advisory referenda only. A “yes” vote indicates that you support a constitutional amendment to prohibit using transportation user fees (i.e., state gas tax and vehicle registration fees) for any purpose other than funding transportation in Wisconsin. A “no” vote indicates that you do not support such a constitutional amendment. Your vote on this question will not directly result in the passage or nonpassage of a constitutional amendment. The purpose of the question is to advise your representatives of the amount of support for and against a constitutional amendment limiting the use of transportation user fees for transportation purposes only.

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The private club has established bylaws and/or a constitution to govern the club's activities. The private club has been granted an exemption from the payment of federal income tax as a club under 26 U.S.C.A. section 501.

Private residence shall mean a premise owned, rented or leased for temporary or permanent habitation.

Public place means any enclosed place that is open to the public, regardless of whether a fee is charged or a place to which the public has lawful access or may be invited.

Reasonable distance means a distance away from entryways in which smoke may not infiltrate back into the establishment.

Restaurant means an establishment defined in Sec. 94.113.

Retail establishment means any store or shop in which retail sales is the principal business conducted.

Smoking means burning or holding or inhaling or exhaling smoke from any of the following items containing tobacco: 1. A lighted cigar.

2. A lighted cigarette.

3. A lighted pipe.

4. Any other lighted smoking equipment.

Sports arena means any stadium, pavilion, gymnasium, swimming pool, skating rink, bowling center or other place where spectator sporting events are held.

Tavern means any establishment, other than a restaurant, that holds a "Class B" intoxication liquor license or Class "B" fermented malt beverages license.

Tobacco product means any form of tobacco prepared in a manner suitable for smoking but not including a cigarette.

Section. 3. Smoking prohibited in public places.

(1) Except as otherwise provided, no person may smoke in any of the following spaces, including, but not limited to: (a) Any enclosed space of a public place or place of employment. (b) Areas in Polk County parks and recreational areas as posted and so designated by the Forestry Department and/or Polk County Parks Maintenance Department including, but not limited to, the fairground buildings & dugouts, hockey arena, playground and swing set areas, and park rest rooms. (c) Sports arenas, meaning sports pavilions, stadiums, gymnasiums, health spas, swimming pools, roller and indoor ice rinks, bowling centers and other similar places where the public assembles to engage in physical exercise, participate in athletic event competition or witness a sporting or other event, including the seating areas. (d) Child-care facilities/day-care centers. (e) Within the outdoor premises of a child-care facilities/day-care center when children who are receiving day-care services are present. (f) County-owned or leased motor vehicles. (g) Within a reasonable distance from all entryways of public buildings and structures, including, but not limited to, entryways, park pavilions, etc., except open-air facilities. (h) Public forms of transportation, including, but not limited to, motor buses, taxicabs or other public passenger vehicles. (i) Correctional facilities. (j) Lobbies, hallways and other common areas in apartment buildings, condominiums, trailer parks, retirement facilities and other multipleunit residential facilities. (k) Self-service laundry facilities. (l) Bars, restaurants, taverns, nightclubs, private clubs and cocktail lounges.

(2) The prohibition of smoking under sub. (1) does not apply to any of the following places: (a) A private residence. (b) A room used by only one person in an assisted living facility as his or her residence. (c) A room in an assisted living facility in which 2 or more people reside if every person who lives in that room smokes and each of those people has made a written request to the person in charge of the assisted living facility to be placed in a room where smoking is allowed. (d) A retail tobacco store that is in existence on June 3, 2009, and in which only the smoking of cigars and pipes is allowed. (e) A tobacco bar that is in existence since June 3, 2009, and which only the smoking of cigars and pipes is allowed.

POLK COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OCTOBER 12, 2010

Chairman Johnson called the meeting of the Polk County Board of Supervisors to order at 6:00 p.m.

County Clerk informed the chair that notice of the 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 October 3, 2010.

Roll call was taken by the Clerk, with 23 members present.

Supervisor Kienholz led the prayer.

The Board observed a moment of silence to remember Lydia Johnson, longtime employee in the County Clerk's office who recently passed away.

Chairman led the Pledge of Allegiance Chairman Johnson requested consideration and/or changes to the published agenda. No changes offered.

Chairman Johnson requested consideration and any corrections to the published September 21, 2010, County Board minutes. No corrections were offered.

Public comments were offered.

Chairman's Report was given.

Finance Director's report was given.

Administrator Frey presented a proposed 2011 budget.

Motion (Voelker/Christensen) to amend the proposed budget to include funding to equip the County Boardroom with audio and video equipment In the amount of $49,050. IT Director Todd Demers updated the board on what the money would cover. Motion to amend, was defeated in a roll call vote of 7 Yes, 16 No. Voting yes: Supvrs. Schmidt, Kienholz, Edgell, Moriak, Jepsen, Voelker and Christensen. Voting no: Supvrs. H. Johansen, D. Johansen, Brown, Caspersen, Rattel, Masters, Sample, Arcand, Nelson, Luke, Stoneking, Hartung, O'Connell, Bergstrom, N. Johnson and W. Johnson.

Motion (Arcand/Kienholz) to amend the proposed budget to include a 2-percent wage increase for nonrep hourly employees. Motion to amend was defeated in a roll call vote of 1 Yes, 22 No. Voting yes: Supvr. Arcand.

Motion (N. Johnson/Masters) to have Administrator return a proposed budget with a zero-percent increase. Motion and second were withdrawn.

7:10 p.m. Public Hearing on Polk County Smoke-Free Air Ordinance. Clerk gave evidence of a proper notice of publication. Clerk received written comments from the public. Public Health Director Gretchen Sampson did a presentation on the history of the Smoke-Free Law and provided background to the ordinance. District Attorney Daniel Steffen addressed the ordinance as it related to his office and to Polk County. Public comments were offered with regard to the ordinance.

7:42 p.m. Public Hearing Closed. Chairman called for a 10-minute break.

(Shown here in order addressed.)

ORDINANCE 67-10

POLK COUNTY SMOKE-FREE AIR ORDINANCE The County Board of Supervisors of the County of Polk does ordain the Polk County Smoke-Free Air Ordinance, as follows: Section. 1 Purpose.

Polk County Government recognizes that smoking of cigarettes and tobacco products is hazardous to an individualâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s health and may affect the health of nonsmokers/smokers when they are involuntarily in the presence of smoking.

Scientific studies have demonstrated that secondhand tobacco smoke is a significant health hazard for children, the elderly and individuals with cardiovascular disease or impaired respiratory function. Air pollution caused by smoking is an offensive annoyance and irritant. Smoking results in serious and significant physical discomfort to nonsmokers. This Ordinance is adopted for the purpose of protecting the public health, safety, comfort and general welfare of the people of Polk County.

Section. 2 Definitions.

The following words, terms and phrases, when used in this ordinance, shall have the meanings ascribed to them in this section, except where the context clearly indicates a different meaning: Assisted living facility means a community-based residential facility, as defined in s. 50.01 (1g), a residential care apartment complex, as defined in s.

50.01 (1d), or an adult family home, as defined in s. 50.01 (1) (b).

Child-care facility/day-care center shall mean any licensed or certified childcare facility, including, but not limited to licensed family day-care or licensed group day-care centers, licensed day camps, certified school-age programs, and Head Start programs, operated by a child-care provider that provides care and supervision for 4 or more children under 7 years of age for less than 24 hours a day. (s. 49.136 (1) (d)).

Correctional facility means any of the following: 1. A state prison, as defined or named in s. 302.01, except a correctional institution under s. 301.046 (1) or 301.048 (4) (b) if the institution is the prisoner's place of residence and no one is employed there to ensure the prisoner's incarceration. 2. A juvenile detention facility, as defined in s. 938.02 (10r), or a juvenile correctional facility, as defined in s. 938.02 (10p), except a juvenile correctional facility authorized under s. 938.533 (3) (b), 938.538 (4) (b), or 938.539 (5) if the facility is a private residence in which the juvenile is placed and no one is employed there to ensure that the juvenile remains in custody. 3. A jail, as defined in s. 165.85 (2) (bg), a Huber facility under s. 303.09, a work camp under s. 303.10, a reforestation camp under s. 303.07, or a lockup facility under s. 302.30.

Cigarette has the meaning set forth in sec. 139.30(1), Wis. Stats.

Employment means any trade, occupation or process of manufacture or any method of carrying on such trade, occupation or process of manufacture in which any person may be engaged.

Enclosed space shall mean all space between a floor and ceiling that is bounded by walls, doors or windows, whether open or closed, covering more than 25 percent of the combined surface area of the vertical planes constituting the perimeter of the area. A wall includes any retractable divider, garage door or other physical barrier, whether temporary or permanent. A 0.011 gauge screen with an 18 by 16 mesh count is not a wall.

Entrance shall mean a doorway and adjacent area which gives direct access to a building from a contiguous street, plaza, sidewalk or parking lot.

Lodging establishment means any of the following: 1. A bed and breakfast establishment, as defined in s. 254.61 (1).

2. A hotel and motel, as defined in s. 254.61 (3).

3. A tourist rooming house, as defined in s. 254.61 (6).

Person in charge means the person who ultimately controls, governs or directs the activities aboard a public conveyance or within or at a place where smoking is regulated under this section, regardless of the person's status as owner or lessee.

Place of employment means any enclosed place that employees normally frequent during the course of employment, including, but not limited to, common work areas, private office, an elevator, an employee lounge, a rest room, a conference room, a meeting room, a classroom, a hallway, a stairway, a lobby, a common area, a vehicle, an employee cafeteria and all other enclosed facilities.

Private club shall mean an organization, whether incorporated or not, which is the owner, lessee or occupant of a building or portion thereof used exclusively for club purposes at all times, which is operated solely for a recreational, fraternal, social, patriotic, political, benevolent or athletic purpose, but not for pecuniary gain and which only sells alcohol beverages incidental to its operation. The affairs and management of the private club are conducted by a board of directors, executive committee or similar body chosen by the members at an annual meeting.

Section. 4. Signs Required (1) Signs prohibiting smoking shall be posted conspicuously at every public entrance by the proprietor or other person in charge of each building or structure. Signs in specified outdoor areas designated as nonsmoking shall be placed so that the general public has reasonable notice of the prohibition. Signs shall contain the international symbol for no smoking and the word "No Smoking." Each sign and the language contained therein shall be clearly visible from a distance of at least ten (10) feet.

(2) It shall be unlawful for any person to remove, deface or destroy any legally required "No Smoking" sign.

Section. 5. Responsibility of person in charge.

No person in charge may allow any person to smoke in violation of section 3 at a location that is under the control or direction of the person in charge.

(1) A person in charge may not provide matches, ashtrays or other equipment for smoking at the location where smoking is prohibited.

(2) A person in charge shall make reasonable effort to prohibit persons from smoking at a location where smoking is prohibited by doing all of the following: (a) Posting signs setting forth the prohibition and providing other appropriate notification and information concerning the prohibition. (b) Refusing to serve a person, if the person is smoking in a restaurant, tavern or private club. (c) Asking a person who is smoking to refrain from smoking and, if the person refused to do so, asking the person to leave the location.

(3) If a person refuses to leave a location after being requested to do so as provided in paragraph (c), the person in charge shall immediately notify the local law enforcement agency of the violation.

(4) The person in charge of a restaurant, tavern, private club or retail establishment may designate an outside area that is a reasonable distance from any entrance to the restaurant, tavern private club or retail establishment where customers, employees or persons associated with the restaurant, tavern, private club or retail establishment may smoke.

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Section. 6. Enforcement.

(1) Designated Enforcement Officer: The Polk County Sheriff or designee are designated enforcement officers for purposes of this ordinance. Said designated enforcement officers shall have the power, whenever they may deem it necessary, to enter upon the premises named in this section to ascertain whether the premises are in compliance with this ordinance.

The above-listed departments may issue compliance orders and citations pursuant to the provisions of this code.

(2) The proprietor, employer or other person in charge of premises regulated hereunder, upon either observing or being advised of a violation, shall make reasonable efforts to prevent smoking in prohibited areas by: (a) Approaching smokers who fail to voluntarily comply with this section and requesting that they extinguish their cigarette or tobacco product and refrain from smoking. (b) Refusing service to anyone smoking in a prohibited area.

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RESOLUTION 68-10

(3) Any person who desires to register a complaint under this section may contact the Polk County Sheriff's Department, local law enforcement agencies or the Polk County Health Department.

APPROVAL OF TOWN OF ST. CROIX FALLS ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENTS WHEREAS, the Town of St. Croix Falls administers their own Zoning Ordinance; and WHEREAS, paragraph 3 of Wisconsin Statute Chapter 60.62 relating to town zoning authority, if exercising village powers, reads: "In counties having a county zoning ordinance, no zoning ordinance or amendment of a zoning ordinance may be adopted under this section unless approved by the county board;" and WHEREAS, the Town of St. Croix Falls adopted Zoning Ordinance No. 1 on August 5, 1965, amended in its entirety on May 12, 1994, and subsequent amendments including the amendment on March 20, 2001; January 16, 2008; February 18, 2009; May 20, 2009; October 21, 2009; March 17, 2010; April 21, 2010; and WHEREAS, the Town Board of the Town of St. Croix Falls deems it advisable and necessary to amend Chapter III; Section C of the Zoning Ordinance No. 1; and WHEREAS, the Town Board of the Town of St. Croix Falls deems it advisable and necessary to amend Chapter IV; Section E of the Zoning Ordinance No. 1; and WHEREAS, the Town Plan Commission held a public hearing on July 14, 2010, on the proposed amendments on July 14, 2010, on the amendments; and WHEREAS, the Town Board of the Town of St. Croix Falls held the first reading of the proposed amendments on July 21, 2010, and a second reading was held on August 18, 2010; and WHEREAS, the Town Board of the Town of St. Croix Falls has approved the attached amendments to their Town Zoning Ordinance on August 18, 2010; and WHEREAS, the Polk County Board of Supervisors must also approve of the Ordinance Amendments.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Polk County Board of Supervisors hereby approves the attached Zoning Ordinance Amendments for the Town of St. Croix Falls.

Funding amount: $0.00.

Date Finance Committee Advised: N/A. Effective date: Upon Passage and Publication.

Approved as to form: Jeffrey B. Fuge, Corporation Counsel.

Date Submitted to County Board: October 12, 2010.

County board action: Adopted by unanimous voice vote.

Submitted by the Land Information Committee: Kim A. O’Connell, Larry Voelker, Craig Moriak, Wendy Rattel and Herschel Brown.

Section. 7. Violation and Forfeiture.

(1) WARNING: With regards to violations of Sections 4, 5 or 6 of this ordinance, a designated enforcement officer shall issue a warning notice prior to issuance of a citation or taking further enforcement action. With respect to violation of Section 3 of this ordinance, a designated enforcement officer may issue a citation or take other enforcement action without the issuance of such a warning notice.

(2) FORFEITURES: (a) An individual who violates Sec. 3 shall be subject to a forfeiture of not less than $100, plus court costs, nor more than $250, plus court costs, for each violation. (b) Any person in charge who violates Sec. 3 shall be subject to a forfeiture of $100, plus court costs, per day. No person in charge may be required to forfeit more than $100, plus court costs, in total, for all violations of Section 5 or 6 that may occur on a single day. (c) A proprietor, employer or other person in charge of premises regulated hereunder who has violated this ordinance shall be subject to a forfeiture of $100, plus court costs, per day. No proprietor, employer or other person in charge may be required to forfeit more than $100, plus court costs, in total, for all violations of this ordinance that may occur on a single day.

(3) ISSUANCE OF CITATIONS (a) The procedure set forth in Sec. 66.0113(1) (a) (2000), Wis. Stats., for the use and issuance of citations for violations of this ordinance is adopted, authorized and incorporated for the enforcement of this ordinance. (b) Form - The citation shall contain the following: 1. The name and address of the alleged violator.

2. Factual allegations describing the alleged violation.

3. The time and place of the offense.

4. The section of the ordinance violated.

5. A description of the offense in such a manner as can be readily understood by a person making a reasonable effort to do so.

6. The time at which the alleged violator may appear in court.

7. A statement, which, in essence, informs the alleged violator: a. That a cash deposit based on the schedule established by this section may be made which shall be delivered to the Clerk of Court prior to the time of the scheduled court appearance. b. That if a deposit is made, no appearance in court is necessary unless he/she is subsequently summoned. c. That if a cash deposit is made and the alleged violator does not appear in court, he/she will be deemed to have entered a plea of no contest or, if the court does not accept the plea of no contest, a summons will be issued commanding him/her to appear in court to answer the complaint. d. That if no cash deposit is made and the alleged violator does not appear in court at the time specified, an action may be commenced to collect the forfeiture.

8. A direction that if alleged violator elects to make a cash deposit, the statement which accompanies the citation shall be signed to indicate that the statement required under Para. 7 above has been read. Such statement shall be brought with the cash deposit.

9. Such other information as the County deems necessary. (c) Schedule of Deposits - Any person who receives a citation shall be subject to the appropriate forfeiture as set forth in this ordinance. (d) Who may Issue - The designated enforcement officer, as recognized under this ordinance shall have authority to issue citations. (e) The procedure set forth in Section 66.0113(3), Wis. Stats., relating to a violator's options and procedure on default, is hereby and incorporated herein. (f) Nonexclusitivity. a. Adoption of this ordinance does not preclude the County Board from adopting any other ordinance or providing for the enforcement of any other law or ordinance relating to the same or other matters. b. The issuance of a citation hereunder shall not preclude the County or any authorized officer from proceeding under any other ordinance or law by any other enforcement method to enforce any ordinance, regulation or order. c. Notwithstanding enforcement of this ordinance through issuance of citation, enforcement of this ordinance may be initiated upon a referral of a designated enforcement officer to the Office of Corporation Counsel, who may, in addition to the prosecution of a citation issued in conformance with this ordinance, seek an injunction to correct and/or abate the violation or seek courtimposed forfeiture under this ordinance by summons and complaint.

Polk County Board of Supervisors Rules of Order Addendum Resolution No. 68-10 Approval of Town of St. Croix Falls Zoning Ordinance Amendments Article 3, ¶ 1. b., of the Polk County Board of Supervisors Rules of Order, as amended by Resolution 65-10, provides: "The County Administrator and Corporation Counsel shall review all resolutions and ordinances prior to introduction before the County Board and shall initial on each resolution or ordinance one of the following: Recommended, Not Recommended or Reviewed Only."

This addendum is provided to comply with said provision: Review By County Administrator: Recommended by Dana Frey, County Administrator.

Review by Corporation Counsel: Recommended by Jeffrey B. Fuge, Corporation Counsel.

The above addendum shall be affixed and incorporated into the above-referenced ordinance or resolution.

TOWN OF ST. CROIX FALLS Polk County, Wisconsin AMENDING ZONING ORDINANCE No. 1 ENTITLED "TOWN ZONING ORDINANCE" ORDINANCE 10-05 Section 1: Purpose The purpose of this ordinance is to amend Chapter III General Zoning, Sections C Districts, 3 Commercial District, b Permitted Uses by amending as follows: The following are permitted uses, provided that the business will be selling goods for these uses that are primarily new items: And to amend Chapter III General Zoning, Section C Districts, 3 Commercial District, b Permitted Uses by amending #18 to read as follows: (18) Gift and boutiques and antique shops And to amend Chapter III General Zoning, Section C Districts, 3 Commercial District, c Special Exceptions with the addition of the following: (4) Selling merchandise that is primarily secondhand, used or consignment.

Section 2: Effective Date This ordinance shall take effect from and after its passage and legal publication.

Adopted on August 18, 2010, by Resolution 10-22.

William Hughes, Town Chair Attested: Janet Krueger, Town Clerk Posted on August 23, 2010, at the following locations: Wayne's Cafe Lampert's Town Hall

Section. 8. Additional private prohibitions.

Nothing in this ordinance shall prevent a proprietor or other person in charge of any private place from prohibiting smoking in any indoor or outdoor area under their control.

Section. 9. Other applicable laws or regulations.

This chapter shall not be interpreted or construed to permit smoking where it is otherwise restricted by any other law or regulation.

Section. 10. Severability.

If any provision of this Ordinance is invalid or unconstitutional, or if the application of this Ordinance to any person or circumstances is invalid or unconstitutional, such invalidity or unconstitutionality shall not affect the above provisions or applications of this Ordinance which can be given effect without the invalid or unconstitutional provisions or its applications.

Funding amount: N/A. Funding source: N/A. Finance Committee Advised: N/A. Recommendation: N/A. Effective date: Upon Passage and Publication.

Approved as to form: Jeffrey B. Fuge, Corporation Counsel.

Date Submitted to County Board: October 12, 2010.

Submitted and sponsored by Patricia Schmidt.

At its regular business meeting on October 12, 2010, the Polk County Board of Supervisors adopted the above ordinance, Ordinance 67-10: Polk County Smoke-Free Air Ordinance, by a vote of 17 in favor and 6 against.

Res. 67-10 - Polk County Smoke-Free Air Ordinance. Motion (Schmidt/Stoneking) to approve. Motion (Luke/Jepsen) to amend Resolution 67-10 as presented by Director Sampson and Corp. Counsel Fuge with corrections, additions and deletions on lines 55, 93, 95, 158, 224, 225, 257, 260, 261, 266, 267, 327 and 328. Motion to amend Resolution 67-10 carried by voice vote.

Motion (Voelker/Edgell) to further amend Resolution 67-10 by striking “and local law enforcement or designee” from lines 224 & 225 of the Ordinance.

Motion to further amend Resolution 67-10 carried by voice vote.

Motion to approve Resolution 67-10, as amended, carried by a ballot vote of 17 Yes, 6 No. Ordinance adopted. Voting yes: Supvrs. Jepsen, Masters, W. Johnson, Moriak, Sample, Luke, Stoneking, Rattel, Caspersen, Kienholz, N. Johnson, Schmidt, D. Johansen, Christensen, H. Johansen, Bergstrom and O’Connell.

Voting no: Supvrs. Hartung, Voelker, Brown, Arcand, Nelson and Edgell.

(Shown here as amended.)

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TOWN OF ST. CROIX FALLS Polk County, Wisconsin Resolution 10-22 A RESOLUTION ADOPTING ORDINANCE 10-05 AMENDING ZONING ORDINANCE NO. 1 WHEREAS, the Town Board for the Town of St. Croix Falls has village powers under Section 60.10(2)(c), Stats., that grants police powers as set forth in Section 61.34(1), Stats., to act for the good order of the Town, for its commercial benefit and for the health, safety and welfare of the public; and WHEREAS, the Town of St. Croix Falls adopted Zoning Ordinance No. 1 on August 5, 1965, amended in its entirely on May 12, 1994, and subsequent amendments including the amendment on March 20, 2001; January 16, 2008; February 18, 2009; May 20, 2009; October 21, 2009; March 17, 2010; April 21, 2010; and WHEREAS, the Town Board of the Town of St. Croix Falls deems it advisable and necessary to amend Chapter III; Section C, 3 Commercial District of the Zoning Ordinance No. 1; and WHEREAS, the Town Board of the Town of St. Croix Falls held the first reading of the proposed amendments on July 21, 2010, and a second reading was held on August 18, 2010; and WHEREAS, the Town Plan Commission held a public hearing on July 14, 2010, on the proposed amendments.

THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Town Board of the Town of St. Croix Falls does approve Ordinance 10-05 amending Zoning Ordinance No. 1, Chapter IIl, Section C, 3 Commercial District.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Town Board of the Town of St. Croix Falls hereby petitions the Polk County Board of Supervisors to concur and ratify the amendments.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that Ordinance 10-05 becomes effective upon passage and publication of this enabling resolution.

Dated this 18th day of August, 2010.

William Hughes, Chairperson Attest: Janet Krueger, Town Clerk Approved by: Voice vote, 5 Yeas, 0 Nays.

Res. 68-10 - Approval Of Town Of St. Croix Falls Zoning Ordinance Amendments. Motion (O'Connell/Luke) to approve. Supvr. O'Connell and Administrator Frey addressed the resolution. Motion to approve Resolution 6810 carried by unanimous voice vote. Resolution adopted.

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Notice is hereby given that on Wednesday, November 10, 2010, at 5:45 at the Village of Webster office, a PUBLIC HEARING on the PROPOSED BUDGET for the Village of Webster will be held. The proposed budget in detail is available for inspection at the clerkâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s office from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on Monday through Friday. The following is a summary of the proposed 2011 budget.

General Fund Expenditures: General Government Public Safety Public Works Health & Human Services Library Levy Other Culture, Recreation & Development Conservation & Development Capital Outlay Debt Service Total Expenditures & Other Uses

2010 Budget

2011 Proposed Budget

% Change

$97,080 $202,463 $186,590 $2,700 $37,147 $35,150 $1,700 $11,398 $175,082 $749,310

$97,550 $192,015 $188,400 $1,000 $37,147 $33,650 $1,500 $2,500 $175,323 $729,085

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Revenues & Other Sources: Taxes: General Property Taxes Other Taxes Special Assessments Intergovernmental Licenses and Permits Fines & Forfeits Public Charges for Service Intergovernmental Charges for Services Miscellaneous Transfers from Water Utility Total Revenues

$390,273 $6,625 $6,564 $272,973 $5,175 $14,400 $4,250 $23,050 $26,000 $749,310

$381,747 $8,525 $4,217 $263,851 $5,545 $14,500 $1,750 $1,500 $21,450 $26,000 $729,085

Combined Governmental Funds Village General Fund Library Fund Total

Estimated Fund Balance Jan. 1, 2011 $365,500 $8,765 $374,265

Total Revenues $729,085 $102,151 $831,236

Patrice Bjorklund, Village Clerk/Treasurer Village of Webster

Total Expenditures $729,085 $102,151 $831,236

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC BUDGET MEETING FOR THE TOWN OF WEST SWEDEN

Notice is hereby given that on Tuesday, November 16, 2010, at 6:30 p.m., in the Town of West Sweden, a public hearing on the proposed budget for 2011 will be held. The meeting will be held at the town hall. The proposed budget in detail is available for the public inspection at the clerkâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s home by appointment only. The following is a summary of the 2011 proposed budget: 2010 2011 % of Reveunes/Taxes: Budget Proposed Change General Government 41,951 43,686 4.14 Public Safety 42,171 40,700 -3.49 Public Works 155,535 158,772 2.08 Health & Human Services 1,400 1,000 -28.57 Culture, Recreation & Education 1,330 1,300 -2.26 Conservation & Development 0.00 0.00 0.00 Capital Outlay 33,345 35,000 4.96 Other Financing Uses 1,000 1,000 0.00 Total All Expenses 276,732 281,458 Taxes - Town Intergovernmental Revenues Licenses & Permits Public Charges for Services Intergovt. Charges for Serv.

Miscellaneous Revenues Total All Revenues

-2.70% Estimated Fund Balance Dec. 31, 2011 $365,500 $8,765 $374,265

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120,000 152,032 1,600 2,500 0.00 600 276,732

120,000 155,288 1,600 3,500 0.00 1,070 281,458

0.00 2.14 0.00 40.00 0.00 78.33

NOTICE OF SPECIAL TOWN MEETING

Notice is hereby given that immediately following the budget hearing a special meeting of the electors called pursuant to Sec. 60.12 (1)(c) of Wis. Stats. for the following purposes will be held.

1. To adopt the total 2011 highway expenditures pursuant to Sec. 81.01 (3) of Wis. Stats.

2. To adopt the 2010 town tax levy to be paid in 2011 pursuant to Sec. 60.10 (1)(a) of Wis. Stats.

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RESOLUTION TO HOLD A PUBLIC HEARING ON THE PROPOSED 2011 BUDGET OF POLK COUNTY TO THE HONORABLE SUPERVISORS OF THE POLK COUNTY BOARD: WHEREAS, Section 65.90(1) Wisconsin Statutes, requires Polk County to annually formulate a budget and hold hearings on the proposed budget; and WHEREAS, consistent with Section 59.18(5), the County Administrator has prepared, presented and submitted to the Polk County Board of Supervisors during special session held on September 21, 2010, the proposed draft budget for fiscal year 2011; and WHEREAS, consistent with Polk County Policy No. 881, Staffing, Budget Planning and Position Administration, the respective county governing committees have reviewed the submitted proposed budget and made recommendations on amendments that they have deemed appropriate; and WHEREAS, consistent with Polk County Policy No. 881, Staffing, Budget Planning and Position Administration, the Finance Committee and the Personnel Committee have each reviewed the submitted proposed budget, have considered and made staffing and budget amendments and have made final recommendations; and WHEREAS, the Personnel Committee has reviewed a summary of recommended staffing plans and compensations, and made recommendations on health insurance premiums; and WHEREAS, the Polk County Board of Supervisors has received from the Finance Committee a final recommendation on overall budget amount, financing sources and draft budget for the purposes of publication of the public notice for a public hearing on the proposed budget for fiscal year 2011.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Polk County Board of Supervisors acknowledges receipt of the draft proposed budget, as submitted by the County Administrator, the recommendations on amendments of the various county governing committees, the summary of recommended staffing plans for justification and recommendations on health insurance and compensation of the Personnel Committee and the final recommendations of the Finance Committee on the overall budget amount, financing sources and draft budget.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Polk County Board of Supervisors shall hold a public hearing of the proposed 2011 budget at 7:00 p.m. during the course of its annual meeting on November 9, 2010, and that such public hearing shall be held at the County Boardroom at the Polk County Government Center.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Polk County Board of Supervisors receives the formulated budget, "Proposed 2011 Budget of Polk County" as attached hereto and incorporated herein, for the purposes of conducting said public budget hearing.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Polk County Board of Supervisors directs the County Clerk to have published as a Class 1 notice a notice of public budget hearing, which such notice shall include a summary of the budget consistent with Section 65.90(3)(b) and notice that the proposed budget in detail is available for inspection at the office of the County Clerk and via Internet.

Funding amount and source: As Provided in Submitted and Received Proposed 2011 Budget of Polk County.

Date Finance Committee Advised: During the 2011 Budget Process.

Finance Committee Recommendation: Adoption, consistent with final recommendation of committee.

Effective date: Upon Passage.

Date Submitted to County Board: October 12, 2010.

County board action: Adopted.

Submitted upon recommendation by the County Administrator: Dana Frey.

Review by County Administrator: Recommended; Dana Frey.

The above resolution is approved as to form. It is the recommendation of the Corporation Counsel that the Polk County Board of Supervisors adopt the above resolution. Jeffrey B. Fuge, Corporation Counsel.

At its regular business meeting on October 12, 2010, the Polk County Board of Supervisors adopted the above-entitled resolution, Resolution 66-10, Resolution To Hold A Public Hearing On The Proposed 2011 Budget Of Polk County, by a unanimous voice vote.

Res. 66-10 - Resolution To Hold A Public Hearing On The Proposed 2011 Budget of Polk County. Motion (Masters/Bergstrom) to approve. Motion (Masters/ Johnson) to request Administrator Frey to present a zero-percent levy increase budget for 2011. Supvr. Brown requested a roll call vote. Supvr. Arcand request-

ed a ballot vote. Chairman Johnson ruled in favor of a ballot vote. The ruling was challenged. The challenge was defeated and ruling of a ballot vote carried, by a roll call vote 14 Yes, 9 No. Motion to request zero-percent budget increase, failed by a ballot vote of 9 Yes, 14 No. Voting Yes: Supvrs. Masters, Edgell, N. Johnson, O'Connell, Nelson, Brown, Voelker, Hartung and Bergstrom. Voting No: Supvrs. Kienholz, Caspersen, Rattel, Sample, D. Johansen, Schmidt, Jepsen, W. Johnson, Stoneking, Luke, Arcand, Moriak, H. Johansen and Christensen. Motion to approve Resolution 66-10 carried by unanimous voice vote.

Resolution adopted.

Chairman called for a 10-minute break.

Committee Reports were given. Special recognition was given to Moe Norby for the development of the use of salt brine on icy roads. Mr. Norby gave a brief presentation of his program.

Motion (Luke/Stoneking) to confirm the appointment of Gary Dado to the Energy Independence Team as recommended by Administrator Frey. Motion to confirm approved by voice vote.

Supervisors reports were given.

Motion (Masters/Stoneking) to adjourn. Motion carried. Meeting adjourned 10:30 p.m.

STATE OF WISCONSIN COUNTY OF POLK

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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 October 12, 2010.

Carole T. Wondra, Polk County Clerk

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC BUDGET HEARING FOR THE VILLAGE OF WEBSTER

(Oct. 20, 27, Nov. 3, 10, 17, 24) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY BankCherokee, Plaintiff vs.

Johnson Rental Properties, Inc., Timothy Johnson and Pamela Johnson, Defendants.

Case Code: 30404 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE Case No. 09 CV 798 Hon. Robert H. Rasmussen Please take notice that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on the 13th day of May, 2010, the Sheriff of Polk County will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: DATE/TIME: December 2, 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.

PLACE: Lobby of the Polk County Justice Center, 1005 West Main Street, Balsam Lake, WI 54810.

DESCRIPTION: Lot 12, Block 4, Plat of Lawson in the Village of Luck, Polk County, Wisconsin.

PROPERTY ADDRESS: 813 Park Avenue, Luck, WI. Timothy G. Moore Sheriff of Polk County Stein & Moore, P.A. Attorneys for Plaintiff 332 Minnesota St., Ste. W-1650 St. Paul, MN 55101 651-224-9683 523828

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Football fashion

Staff Corner Priscilla Bauer

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Vampires and cancer still suck

couldn’t let October end without writing my annual breast cancer survivor column.

I feel very fortunate to have made it through another year cancer free, but with that said I found myself wondering what I wanted to say this year about breast cancer awareness.

At the same time I was pondering my column content, I was facing another quandary: what to wear to a friend’s Halloween costume party; did I want to go for scary or silly?

We all have childhood memories of scary monsters.

Mine go back to watching horror films at the Grantsburg movie theater. (Yes, Grantsburg used to have a movie theater. It’s the senior center now and in junior high I used to meet this really cute boy there, but that’s another story, a romantic and tragic tale, someday I’ll write).

I can remember being so frightened by the vampires portrayed by the likes of Christopher Lee I actually went home and hung a cross over my bed.

Unlike today’s sexy stud vampires, the Dracula types I remember looked more evil than attractive and were out for one thing and one thing only: blood.

There was no interest or time for romance and relationships. With the creatures of the night I remember it was take a bite and take a flight.

So right about now you might be asking, where is she going with this? What do vampires have to do with breast cancer?

Well, for one thing, both are scary, really scary. Or at least in the case of vampires, they used to be.

The popularity of recent vampire flicks such as “Twilight” has changed the perception of the vampires dramatically.

Vampires used to be creatures to run from, and now some wish they could run into one or at least those who portray them.

Some perceptions of breast cancer may have also changed since I was diagnosed in 2000.

Have advances in treatment and diagnosis and a better understanding of the disease combined with breast cancer death rates in the U.S. decreasing since 1991 made us a little complacent?

Any complacency certainly isn’t from lack of exposure. Breast cancer is always being talked about in newspapers and on the television. Everywhere you look there is some pink item reminding us of the fight for a cure. And who doesn’t have a friend or family member affected by the disease?

I have to wonder if being so bombarded can result in us being desensitized.

I truly hope this is not the case with regard to breast cancer as I personally know five more women diagnosed within the last six months.

While vampires are the stuff of fiction, breast cancer is all too real. Legend has it vampires are out there waiting but can’t get you unless they are invited to come in.

I know for a fact breast cancer is out there and it doesn’t wait for an invitation.

Even those good-looking vampire heartthrobs are still killers. And so is breast cancer with 40,000 women this year dying from the disease.

I’m still afraid cancer will come knocking at my door again and I’m going to do everything I can not to let it in.

And while no garlic around the neck can keep you safe from breast cancer, you can be vigilant by doing monthly self-exams, getting yearly checkups, exercising regularly and eating a healthy diet.

Oh yeah, as to those scary vampires, there’s still a little part of me that believes so I’m going to be vigilant about them, too.

Keeping that cross above my bed, it can’t hurt.

Note: For more information on managing your own breast cancer fears go to www.breastcancer.org.

Fashion took a backseat to rain and wind protection Tuesday, Oct. 26, as this contingency of Luck football fans braved the near-hurricane conditions to watch and cheer their team to a playoff victory in Turtle Lake against Clayton. – Photo by Greg Marsten

Candidate meet and greet The Milltown Public Library hosted a candidate meet and greet on Friday, Oct. 22. This event was attended by many constituents looking to meet persons vying for elected office. Several candidates were present including those running for Polk County sheriff and Wisconsin Assembly Representative for District 28. A candidate for state treasurer and many Independent candidates running for state seats were also in attendance. The Milltown Public Library has a list of all of the candidates on the Wisconsin ballot including campaign Web sites available for the public. Photo submitted

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Issues Should big banks be regulated so that future meltdowns can not happen?

Should tax deductions which big corporations get when they move factories and jobs to China be ended?

Should the federal government spend money to create jobs lost because of a recession?

Should Social Security be kept public or should it be privatized?

Should the Bush era tax cuts for the very rich be allowed to expire?

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Siren Lions Club honors four at annual awards night

by Nancy Jappe Leader staff writer SIREN - Once a year the Siren Lions Club puts on an Awards Night get-together for its members and their spouses/significant others. The evening starts with a dinner followed by a pep talk from the district governor and then awarding of special recognition to several of its members and, this year, a nonmember.

This year’s Awards Night was held at Adventures Restaurant and Pub Monday, Oct. 25. The restaurant was closed to other business for the evening per order of Lion Gary Kannenberg, Adventures owner. On hand for the big event were Wisconsin Lions District 27E-1 Gov. Steve Jensen and First Lady, wife Jeanne, from St. Croix Falls.

Two major awards were given out by the district governor - the Melvin Jones

Fellowship, named after the founder of the Lions clubs in Chicago in 1917 - and the Birch-Sturm Fellowship, named for two past Lions International presidents from Wisconsin, Frank Birch from Milwaukee in 1937 and Clarence Sturm from Manawa in 1960.

To his complete surprise, Lion Les Lindquist was honored with receipt of the Melvin Jones Fellowship, the highest honor given by the Lions clubs. Not only was Lindquist recognized for this award, his whole family was included in the praise of his service because he got them involved in many of his activities. His youngest son, Kyle, is the Siren club’s youngest and newest member.

District Gov. Jensen said that the average age of an American Lion is 58-1/2 years.

The Birch-Sturm Fellowship, which Lindquist has already received, was given

Lions District Gov. Steve Jensen (L) read two commendations that were given to Siren Lion Les Lindquist (R) along with receipt of the Melvin Jones Fellowship, the highest award a Lions club can give one of its members. With the two Lions at the presentation Monday, Oct. 25, was Lion Buzz Byrne, who introduced Lindquist as this year’s Melvin Jones Fellowship recipient.

– Photos by Nancy Jappe this year to Lion Rick Aadalen. Aadalen was credited with being one of the harder workers in the club.

The Lion of the Year honor went to Lion Don Carlson, a person who is credited with being wherever the club needed him.

The Volunteer of the Year award went to Diane Blahauvietz for all the time she gave in preparing for the Lions garage sale at Crooked Lake Park Labor Day weekend.

Blahauvietz was very pleased with getting the volunteer award. “I was privileged to work on the sale,” she said. “It is good for the entire community.” She is neither a Lion nor a Lioness, but served as First Lady for the district during the year her husband, Larry, was district governor.

The Siren Lions Club has provided service to the Siren community for the past 41 years. Its current membership is listed as 51 members, and of that number, 31 recorded perfect attendance from July 1, 2009, to June 30, 2010.

Checking the Lions Web site you will learn that among the Siren Lions first fundraisers were donkey baseball and basketball along with motocross snowmobile races which led to the founding of the World Championship Snowmobile Waterskip contest at the Clam Lake Narrows.

This contest drew people to the Narrows in February for over 25 years.

Nowadays, the club’s big fundraisers are meat raffles, chicken and rib fests and the Labor Day weekend garage sale at Crooked Lake Park. “Since its charter, the Siren Lions Club has raised and dispersed over $1 million to individuals and groups locally, regionally, statewide, nationally

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and internationally,” the Web site states.

District Gov. Steve Jensen was installed in his post during the Lions International Convention this year in Sydney, Australia.

His territory covers eight counties - Burnett, Polk, Washburn, Douglas, Sawyer, Rusk, Chippewa and Barron. He is a 33year Lions member, has had perfect attendance for all 33 years, was given the Melvin Jones Fellowship from his club and has held all club offices. He is a retired Wisconsin park ranger with 34 years of service.

The theme for his year as governor is Serving to Grow. “You do a lot of things,” he told the Siren Lions. “You have a lot of service projects. The question is: Is there something going that you are missing?

You need to evaluate to make sure you are doing (all the service you can). It is up to us to toot our own horn.”

Jensen mentioned various Lions projects including: Lions camp where attendees pay nothing; the Lions International Foundation; the Lions Eye Bank, one of the premiere eye banks in the country; the leader-dog program; a new essay contest for visually-impaired youth (information about this is on the Lions Web site); and Lions service to the elderly.

Jensen said that Captain Sully Sullenberger, the heroic captain of the plane that landed on the Hudson River with all aboard safe, was a speaker at the International Convention in Australia. One of Sullenberger’s comments would apply to the Lions clubs. “I was the captain, but it was a team effort to land that plane,” Sullenberger said.

Lions District Gov. Steve Jensen and his wife, Jeanne, from St. Croix Falls were on hand for the Siren Lions Club Awards Night dinner and program Monday, Oct. 25, at Adventures Restaurant and Pub, Siren.

The Jensens are shown here with Siren Lions President Lyle Nelson (R).

UNITED STATES SENATOR Russ Feingold..............................................................................

REPRESENTATIVE IN CONGRESS Julie M. Lassa..............................................................................

REPRESENTATIVE TO THE ASSEMBLY, DIST. 28 Ann Hraychuck.........................................................................

STATE SENATOR, DIST. 25 Bob Jauch......................................................................................

REPRESENTATIVE TO THE ASSEMBLY, DIST. 73 Nick Milroy..................................................................................

SHERIFF Frank W. Taylor.........................................................................

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Four special awards were given out Monday, Oct. 25, at the Siren Lions Award Night. Recipients were (L to R) Lion of the Year - Don Carlson. Birch-Sturm Fellowship - Rick Aadalen. Volunteer of the Year - Diane Blahauvietz. Melvin-Jones Fellowship - Les Lindquist.

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South Africa: A place like no other on this planet Luck man chronicles a journey to a place where “nothing is subtle”

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by Nick Piszczek Special to the Leader SOUTH AFRICA - The sun arrives at Hilltop Camp in Hluhluwe Safari Park and 15 or so adult monkeys decorate the trees above us. The more youthful maintain a station closer to the ground, testing us.

Vervet monkeys will warm up to you enough to get at your food. I can only monitor the monkey business over a cup of tea while packing gear.

Our plan is to make another run through the park in hopes of stumbling over some elephants before The author. exiting the park.

Loaded up, we descend a spiny ridge with an immense vista on both sides. The Toyota Hilux hangs on to its gears around each switchback. Near the bottom, elephant evidence is everywhere. Snapped trees litter the road with enough fresh dung to fill the truck. Half a day disappears while we spot a litany of other creatures, but no ele’s. Our schedule demands that we meet the rest of the wedding party at Rhino River Lodge, a private game safari park a little further north.

We exit the park, traveling north onto a series of dirt tracks on a landscape that finally flattens out on the backside of Hluhluwe and in the Lowveld of Zululand.

After entering Rhino Safari Park and a 15minute bumpy ride, a well-concealed lodge pops out of the brush unexpectedly as two warthogs barrel across the lodge courtyard. Female nyala graze as we drop our gear at our quarters and attend lunch with family and friends in the open air – underneath a thatched roof, lodge-pole structure. The next night and day take up some of the prewedding events with more game drives followed by stunning meals at the lodge and an evening campfire under the Southern Hemisphere’s canopy of stars. Spending time gathered with family and friends in this extraordinary place is truly a special experience.

The time arrives to raise the safari tents and head southbound for a wedding. We decide to utilize the Hluhluwe Game Park’s road system by transitioning through it. With four vehicles in tow, a group of people is spotted standing at the edge of a hillside, cameras in hand, clearly focused on something below. We pull alongside parked vehicles with nobody following the “stay in your vehicle” rule,

Bird-of-paradise flowers at Kirsten-bosch Botanical Gardens in South Africa. - Photos by Nick Piszczek

A view of Capte Town from atop Table Mountain.

and it becomes apparent what they have spotted: elephants. Not just a couple or a few. We watch them in the dry riverbed wandering back and forth with a swagger.

My count is 18. Little ones tug on the tail of a parent or explore on their own, remaining relatively close to the safety of the herd.

Elephants in the wild captivate like no other creature. Twenty minutes pass before we trek on. I could have sat on the side of that road all day long.

Elephants are flat-out mesmerizing.

Driving south into a black night, back to the Dolphin Coast, dark landscape filters by with the odd village lit up against a hillside. This is Zulu country. It is hard to suppress nagging questions of two cultures still at such extreme odds, questions we in the States are historically familiar with, white settlers and a native population. In the darkness you can visualize a country full of poverty and politically selftortured. In the light of day you would be blind not to notice the oppressive razor wire that inhabitants hide behind. It is easy to discount it as just remnants of former apartheid rule, only to understand it is a product of post-apartheid. Possibly this is just paranoia with violent crime rates here soaring but unfortunately everyone has a story, a firsthand account of a bad thing.

The prewedding buildup now over, the families gather at the Collisheen Estate in Ballito for the exchange of vows. Collisheen is a farming manor squat in the middle of sugarcane fields. A nearby airfield keeps the gentlemen entertained as a World War I-era Tiger Moth skims the field and ladies stroll the grounds in sharp dress with endless champagne. The entire affair wanders into a different era itself as the reception catwalks into an enormous tent, all Africa and England under canvas.

After a few more days of sun, sand and amazing African cuisine, it is time to say goodbye to all and move on to the next segment of the trip. Bidding farewell to my family has always had an ache. Like tearing off a bandage, the quicker the better, a public place helps as well. Visiting a group that has a life halfway across the world is not “Over the hills to Grandmother’s house we go.”

Even with the Internet, physical distance is still physical distance. Gateway, the largest mall in Africa, just outside Durban, provides suitable cover for the English way; “we shall be together agains” are exchanged with a few “God willings” followed by the somber walk ... one look over the shoulder, a gentle wave and that’s it.

Cape Town After a drop at Durban airport and a 21/2-hour flight, we are on the approach to the southernmost city of Cape Town. “The Mother City,” as it is referred to, has a style uniquely its own. Dug into the ramparts of Table Mountain on three sides, it Little Polly in one of the game drive vehicles.

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South Africa/from page 1 is where the Atlantic batters its western face. There is nothing like this setting. Like a sentinel guarding the city, Table Mountain monitors the sunrise and sunset where two oceans meet. The Indian and Atlantic oceans collide within sight, south at the Cape of Good Hope. This is the bottom of the African continent and known as the Western Cape.

Staying near the Victoria and Alfred waterfront as a centralized location is a good choice.

The city is accessible from all directions and caters to the foreign visitor. The harbor itself, centered on Table Bay, is large, with oceangoing traffic coming and going from all directions. Cape Town is a product of Dutch colonialism. In the 1600s Dutch traders established a port here for a trading stop with the East Indies. The city maintains a Dutch feel with its architecture while it also identifies heavily with British history. The main language here is English but only amongst a mixture of native tongues. Afrikaans is spoken by the white settlers throughout South Africa and is a combination of Dutch and German.

Table Mountain itself is easily accessed by an aerial tramway which is unique as it is the only one in the world that rotates 360 degrees on its way to the top and bottom. The view is worth the price of admission as I doubt there is another like it.

Hiking to the top on specified trails offers another way up with a small fee. Once on top of the table, an entire day could be spent on walking trails and with views straight to nowhere but Antarctica, you can literally see the curvature of the earth.

The weather on top of Table Mountain can be unpredictable and the tramway will shut down when winds reach the cutoff point. The top can also be obscured in what’s known as the tablecloth, when southeasters blow in cloud cover.

An open-topped double-decker bus gives a fabulous tour of the city bowl and all sides of the mountain including the Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens with two square miles of celebrated South African flora. The bus hugs the cliff face on the Atlantic wall around Camps Bay, Clifton, and Bantry Bay while making its way back to the waterfront.

Once more whales loom out of the water, this time Southern rights, the “Rights” portion of their name meaning at one time they were the right whale to hunt.

The African sun here will do its damage if you are not prepared for it; it hangs high up and will wither you without protection.

Homeward bound As end of the trip draws near it’s hard not to reflect while still in country, knowing soon you will be readjusting to the life you call home. Needing to catch a flight from Cape Town back up to Johannesburg earlier than usual, I dread the long wait at Jo-berg airport for the evening Delta 777 back to the States. Bridget and I decide to stay at the airport terminal for the day for

A vervet monkey at Hilltown Camp, Hlluhluwe Safari Park.

Elephants gather at the Hluhluwe Safari Park. - Photos by Nick Piszczek no other reason than security. It is no struggle to understand that hanging around a place like Johannesburg without a dedicated plan is a bad idea. A trip that comes off better than expected is always a bonus when traveling abroad and at this point there is no need to push it. Jo-Berg, with all its sincerity, can be a very dangerous place even in the middle of the day.

There is the unfortunate side of South Africa and Africa in general, it is no place to go misguided or haphazardly. Being aware is the rule. With a surface sheen, billions pumped into the economy after the 2010 Soccer World Cup, flags plastered on every post, it is sadly undermined by racerelated tension that may take generations to wash away. The mistrust is deeply rooted. All sides must tire someday and carry on with a cause of fairness and peaceful justice amongst its citizens. All said, none of man’s inhumanity to himself on the continent would prevent me from exploring any part of Africa again, for somewhere in its soul lies what it truly is: magnificent.

For to be free is to not merely cast off one’s own chains … but to live in a way that respects and enhances the freedom of others. – Nelson Mandela.

One of the game drive vehicles at Rhino Lodge.

"I think this was one of my best shots and I think it sums up South Africa's future," noted author Nick Piszczek of this photograph of school children outside the Johannesburg Airport being rounded up for a school trip in uniform.

Halloween party and dance at Frederic FREDERIC – Frederic’s 16th-annual Halloween Party and Dance will be held at the Birch Street Elementary School on Saturday, Oct. 30. This year to help with costs, $1 donation per child at the party is suggested. Everyone is welcome to the party, but the games are only for children preschool through sixth grade and will be from 5 to 8 p.m. The dance is for students in grades seven through 12 and will be from 8:30 to 11:30 p.m.

Total Eclipse Sound and Light Show, from St. Croix Falls, will be performing at the party and dance again this year.

Chad Hoag, owner/operator of Total Eclipse, has been a part of this event for the past 14 years.

They have a special kiddie area for preschool through kindergarten, which includes many games and a minimoonwalk. For ages preschool through sixth grade, they are having face painting, cookie decorating, movie room, Bingo, pumpkin patch walk, haunted house, moon walks, cotton candy, costume and bubblegum contests, many games and much more. Hot dogs, chips, soda, water and chips/cheese will be served to all attending the party.

The dance, which is a lock-in, will follow the party. Soda, water and pizza will be served to all attending the dance.

This year again, they will be having a silent auction with donated items. If anyone is interested in putting a basket together or donating something for the silent auction, it would be very much appreciated.

This event has been a huge success with over 600 children attending the party and over 500 students at the dance. This has been made possible by donations from businesses, organizations and individuals.

Donations are needed and can be sent or dropped off at the Birch Street Elementary School office. A drop-off container is also available at the Frederic Grocery Store. Volunteers are still needed to help out the night of party and the day after for cleanup. If you have any ideas or would be interested in donating or helping in any way, please call Linda at 715-327-8142. - submitted

American Red Cross review classes BALSAM LAKE – The American Red Cross is offering the following classes: Adult/AED CPR – Monday, Nov. 1- 5:309:30 p.m.; first aid – Tuesday, Nov. 2 - 5:30-7:30 p.m.; infant/child CPR – Thursday, Nov. 4 - 5:30-8:30 p.m.

These classes 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/training. Classes may be canceled due to insufficient enrollment. - submitted

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salesman rings this doorbell.

Ten-year-old little Johnny opens the door Joe Roberts holding a beer and smoking a fat cigar.

The salesman says, “Little boy, is your mother home?”

Little Johnny taps his ash on the carpet and says, “What do you think?”

••• Two guys are sitting in a bar. The first guy says, “I can’t break my wife of the habit of staying up until 5 in the morning.”

“What is she up doing?” his pal asks.

“Waiting for me to get home,” he replies.

Laughs

The winner by a nose The doctoring business can be

Cold Turkey

fairly mundane some days.

Coughs, colds and a rash are standard fare with a broken bone or a John W. Ingalls heart problem thrown in for good measure. We always try to prepare for the unexpected and the true emergencies while hoping that it will never happen.

However it isn’t just the problems we experience but it’s the people themselves with their varied backgrounds and personalities that really make life interesting.

Out of the thousands of people that I see each year my two favorite groups are the older-than-me group – the retired or nearly retired folks with experiences and stories that need to be told, and secondly, the preschoolers. Those who have lived through history can bring it to life in a way that no history book or lesson can ever accomplish and those just beginning life see and experience everything in a fresh new way. I really love the kids because in their own way they help me to see and experience life in a different way.

Children are naturally imitators of their parents or grandparents. If Dad works in construction then Junior will likely mimic his actions by digging, pounding, shoveling or pretending to operate heavy equipment.

In the same way, whatever Mom does, little girls will also imitate. I have discovered rocks, beads and earring parts inside little girls ears because they were pretending to be a grown up by wearing earrings. Unfortunately they didn’t really understand how to apply the adornment properly.

Ears are interesting places to look because almost

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I’ve had some pretty funny

Letters from

ideas about love.

For a while, I used to think that maybe love was like some sort of foot fungus. I thought that I might not notice it right Carrie Classon away. It would be a bit uncomfortable and I might suspect there was something going on. But given enough time and the right conditions, it would grow. One day I would look between my toes and say, “Oh my gosh! That must be love.”

Before that, I thought love might be sort of like a traffic accident. I would be minding my own business, not bothering a soul when, suddenly, a car would careen off the road and go speeding up onto the sidewalk. I would be thrown beneath the wheels amid the sound of squealing brakes and the smell of burning rubber. Just as I went under, I would think, “Wow, this must be love.”

And now? Now I really do not know what love is.

But I know it is neither an auto wreck nor a fungal condition. I believe it is a bit faster than the first and a bit slower than the latter and I am hoping more pleasant than either.

The real difficulty with loving another person is that, unlike loving cats or tapioca pudding or a really hot bath, it involves ... another person. And that, it seems to me, is where all the trouble starts. People other than myself have feelings that are not mine and—more disappointing yet—I have no control over those feelings. Like the fungus or the car crash, I must watch helplessly as this other person—this loved one—just goes along and has emotions (some of them scary) and there is nothing whatsoever that I can do about the feelings they have.

I should add, at this point, that this is all very new

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information to me. Until recently I was quite certain I had control over the feelings of the one I loved, as well as all of my friends, business associates, and much of the civilized world.

Only recently was it pointed out to me that my efforts to control the feelings of others did not appear to be having much effect, other than to make me feel I was not doing very well at my job of controlling the universe.

When my friend Lanni recently informed me that it was actually her job to control the universe this helped a lot. With the weight of the universe off my shoulders I was free to focus on controlling only those things over which I knew I had perfect mastery—the stock market, the weather, and the feelings of the man I loved. Life was much simpler.

But if I can’t even make the person I love happy, I am left standing helpless with my hands at my side, wondering what to do. And I cannot shake the feeling that there must be something I can do.

So ... Daniel and I are just talking.

I am trying very hard to be honest. I am trying to share myself as best I can while being true to myself, listening to my heart, and feeling all the feelings I have. I am finding this to be a harder job than I ever imagined, possibly harder than controlling the universe.

I suspect there will be many days when I will miss my lost superpowers. At this writing, the weather is sunny and warm and the DOW is over 11,000. I cannot quite convince myself that I shouldn’t take at least some of the credit.

Till next time, —Carrie

Health department offers Halloween health and safety tips

STATEWIDE – For many children, Halloween is a fun time to dress up in costumes, go trick-or-treating, attend parties and eat yummy treats. These festivities also offer good opportunities to provide nutritious snacks, get physical activity and focus on safety. The Polk County Health Department wants to wish children and adults a safe and healthy Halloween by following a few tips:

avoid blocked vision, trips and falls.

E – Eat only factory-wrapped treats. Avoid eating homemade treats unless you know the cook well.

E – Enter homes only if children are with a trusted adult. Otherwise, stay outside.

N – Never walk near lit candles or luminarias. Be sure to wear flame-resistant costumes.

Going trick-or-treating?

S – Swords, knives and similar costume accessories should be short, soft and flexible.

A – Avoid trick-or-treating alone. Make sure children walk in groups or with a trusted adult.

F – Fasten reflective tape to costumes and bags to help drivers see you.

E – Examine all treats for choking hazards and tampering before eating them. Limit the amount of treats you eat.

H – Hold a flashlight while trick-or-treating to help you see and others see you.

A – Always test makeup in a small area first. Remove it before bedtime to prevent skin and eye irritation.

L – Look both ways before crossing the street. Use established crosswalks wherever possible.

L – Lower the risk for serious eye injury by not wearing decorative contact lenses.

O – Only walk on sidewalks or on the far edge of the road facing traffic to stay safe.

W – Wear well-fitting masks, costumes and shoes to

Expecting trick-or-treaters or party guests?

• Provide healthier treats for trick-or-treaters, such as individual packs of raisins, trail mix or pretzels. For party guests, offer a variety of fruits, vegetables and cheeses.

• Use party games and trick-or-treat time as an opportunity for kids to get their daily dose of 60 minutes of physical activity.

• Be sure walking areas and stairs are well-lit and free of obstacles that could result in falls.

• Keep candle-lit jack-o’-lanterns and luminarias away from doorsteps, walkways, landings and curtains.

Place them on sturdy tables, keep them out of the reach of pets and small children, and never leave them unattended.

• Remind drivers to watch out for trick-or-treaters and to drive safely.

anything can show up there.

Most people are worried when I look into their ears, believing that I will find dirt. Actually dirt is one of the rarest findings, usually reserved for plumbers who MD have been sneaking around in someone’s crawl space.

One fine day I had a lady complaining of a terrible buzzing in her ear. As I was talking to her she jerked her head and said, “There it is again!” A careful look revealed the butt of a large moth stuck in her ear. Still very much alive he struggled and tried flapping his wings when I applied a clamp to his behind and pulled him out backwards. I wondered how the moth found its way in there as they usually follow the light. Perhaps it was the light shining through from the other side.

While ears are interesting, it is in the dark recesses of the nose where true adventure begins. Children may imitate putting an earring in the ear but I can never understand what drives a child to shove something up their nose. Are they imitating something or does it just feel good? It isn’t just the location that amazes me but the variety of treasures found stored in tiny nostrils. I have found the usual items of interest that fit up the nose such as rocks, beans, parts from foam rubber footballs, peas, beads and pencil erasers.

Sometimes I have discovered truly unusual and interesting things that beg the question, “Why?” There are even times when I have found multiple nose stuffing occurrences as if it were a sporting event. I may never know if the full moon affects small children but I am inclined to believe there was some unknown influence suggesting to children to plug

Follow these tips to help make the festivities fun and safe for everyone. - from the Polk County Health Department their noses. One particular day was especially memorable when I was confronted by three such exuberant youths who decided to see what it was like to shove something far up their noses. Interesting to note, they were all boys on this particular day.

The first was not particularly difficult and I doubt it was very uncomfortable as he presented with a plugged nostril impacted with a large ball of play dough. The color of the play dough was appropriately green and after some professional nose picking we were able to relieve this child’s nose of its artificial booger.

The second child was a bit more difficult to understand. The offending object was nothing more than a corner of a scouring pad that had been trimmed from the original pad with a scissors. I can only imagine the bristly harshness as the child pushed it out of sight with stubby fingers. He was obviously taking his mother’s advice about keeping his nose clean.

The third and final nasal obstruction of the day was nothing short of spectacular. The innocent child was in no distress as I looked upward into the left nostril.

He squirmed and resisted somewhat but finally I was able to view the object of our quest. There in the distant darkness of the toddler’s nostril was a shiny orange object. I struggled to grasp it with ordinary forceps and as we grappled with the vigorous youngster we eventually concluded defeat and allowed the mother to take the child home and return tomorrow for another go-round. This time we were successful by using a toothed forceps we carefully grasped the end of the nasal plug and extracted an entire peeled baby carrot.

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River Road

O suns and skies and clouds of June, And flowers of June together, Ye cannot rival for one hour October’s bright blue weather.

– by Helen Hunt Jackson

Ramblings Collected by Russ Hanson

October’s bright blue weather With one of the best Octobers I can remember and winter coming, Margo got motivated to get me going on woodcutting. We heat the cabin totally with wood and although I don’t mind cold as long as the water pipes don’t freeze, Margo seems to think that it should be at least in the 60s inside. So, with a brand-new bar and chain on my 029 Stihl saw, our “new” Cub tractor and a splitting maul, we headed to the woods.

Here on the lake we have 80 acres, half fields and half old cow pasture woods with huge mature maples. Thirty years of new growth have sprung up since the cattle went to market. Several windstorms have left downed maples and there are dead elms and ironwood dry and ready to cut.

Margo and her maul and wedges do most of our wood splitting, so we prefer wood less than 12 inches in diameter— that doesn’t need splitting. The ironwood and elm are already that size mostly. The maple is bigger, but splits easily except for the crotches.

We are being extra careful with the maul this fall. A week ago Monday, Bryce, my nephew, was driving posts at his job and somehow got a rebound or something that ended up with a trip to Regions Hospital with head scans showing a crack in his skull down almost to the jaw. He is at home still sore and having headaches, but should recover fully.

I talked to him a couple of times and couldn’t detect any memory or thinking abnormalities beyond what is normal for Hanson men.

Bryce was singled out recently as Hanson man of the sixth generation to get the Peter Wright Anvil, passed from his great-great-great-grandpa down through each generation. Cousin Norman inherited it from his dad, Lloyd, who got it from his brother who got it from his father who bought it at the sale so he could “have something from his grandfather.”

The anvil weighs 128 pounds and is in very good condition (i.e. not hammered all to heck). Bryce was chosen as the person most likely to have a use for it and to keep it for the next generation of Hansons.

The Hanson Family Peter Wright Anvil was recently passed to the sixth generation of Americans. The first Hansson blacksmith initiated the Bronze Age in Sweden, 12,000 years ago, when his wife wanted him to beat his Viking shield into a kitchen sink and his sword into a rutabaga peeler. Since then there has been an unbroken line of Hanson men putting too many irons in the fire. – Photo submitted

Margo hauls wood with Grandpa’s 36-year-old Cub Cadet tractor. She wanted a new fourwheeler, but settled for the Cub, pulled from the back of the garage where it had rested for 25 years after Grandpa died. – Photo by Russ Hanson Peter Wright made anvils in England from the 1850s until his death in the 1870s. His anvils were considered the best made and are still sought after by blacksmiths. This one appears to be made in the 1860s based on the markings.

It is a general-purpose anvil.

We think the anvil belonged to Olaus Hansson, who came from Sweden to America and lived for a time with his son Charles. Olaus died in 1898. When his son Charles died in 1907 his estate listed a set of “Blacksmithing tools.” It is likely Charles’ son Pearl (yes, that was his name), bought it when Charles’ estate was settled amongst the six boys and one girl.

Back in Sweden, our fourth cousin Arne, still living on Olaus’ original farm, was a farrier who carried his own light anvil and horseshoeing tools around on a motorcycle before settling down on the farm (he turned 78 last week). He too has a full blacksmithing setup there that may have been Olaus’ equipment while in Sweden.

Dad told us that his father, Pearl, did some blacksmithing at home on their farm. Dad, one of six boys and two girls, said the anvil was special to the boys.

Their test of manhood was to carry the 128-pound anvil to the top of the threshing machine and back down again on their own without setting it down. When Dad got married at age 27, he was only 140 pounds and 5’6” tall. He had been able to carry the anvil up and down since he was in eighth grade.

I too have an anvil. My other grandpa bought it at an auction. Dad used it on the farm. It is not nearly as nice as the Peter Wright, but when I fire up my forge, put all my irons in the fire and pick up my 13-pound hammer to strike while the iron is hot, I am sure I must look like the village blacksmith (or some other village role according to Margo). I have a blacksmith vise, forge, some tongs, a sack of blacksmith coal, so all I need is some idea of what to make so I can forge ahead and hammer out some details.

Anyway, getting back to splitting wood, I tried one of those cone-shaped wedges that are supposed to split a big chunk into a bunch of pieces all at once.

They don’t really work too good unless the wood is perfectly straight grained, so I am back to the regular splitting maul and wedge. Our splitting maul is ready to fly off the handle from too many hits where Margo tried to split wood with the handle rather than using her head.

My knee bothers me when I am chain sawing and carrying wood on the hill-

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sides even though it has been almost a year since I fell. The leg bone below the knee broke into a bunch of splinters just like the cone wedge is supposed to do for a chunk of wood. That process actually gives a good explanation of why such a short fall as I had did so much damage.

In 1988, in a spectacular skiing accident while teaching the Byron Boy Scout Troop the fundamentals for their skiing merit badge, I completely tore my right knee anterior cruciate ligament, or ACL. I had skied when I was in my teens and putting skis back on in my 40s felt immediately comfortable, so after a couple of bunny hills, I soon thought I was ready to schuss moguls on the steepest hill, “Chicken.” I was up to at least 370 mph headed straight down when I decided to carve, caught an edge and fell, my rented skis failed to release my right ski and I tumbled the fall line down the hill, my ski prying my leg into many compromising positions. The ski patrol tobogganed me on down and I ended up in surgery, left with an unstable knee. On the good side, the Scouts earned both skiing and first aid merit badges that day!

When I fell last year, the upper big bone of the knee shifted sideways due to the missing ACL and came down on the center of the lower big bone like a big round wedge splitting the bone beneath into kindling and leaving a big dent that had to be filled with a piece of donor bone. Just like splitting wood!

After sitting all winter and gradually getting back to walking around a little this summer, I am terribly out of shape.

By the time I run out of a tank of gas with the chain saw, I am out of gas too! Luckily Margo has been hard at work all summer cleaning and moving her dad, so she keeps at it while I take a breathing spell.

We managed to put up enough wood to last us through until December, when we close the cabin for the season, and some for March when we come back to start with the maple syruping.

I have a small trailer that Brother Byron built out of the wheels of an old widowmaker brush saw that is low to the ground. Margo has been lobbying for us to get a four-wheeler to pull the trailer rather than take out the Super C Farmall that you have to crank to start. Wanting to please her, but stay in my retirement budget, I went into the back of Mom’s garage and brought out Grandpa’s old, small yellow-and-white Cub Cadet from the 1970s. It hadn’t run for 10 years.

The Cub is very well built—very husky frame and axles. After bathing the inside of the gas tank in muriatic acid to

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clean off the rust and having Brother Everett clean the carburetor and putting in the lawn mower battery, it started up and runs good. It has a hydramatic transmission and big enough back wheels to pull a load of wood up a hill, and is way more classy than a four-wheeler. Margo was pleased!

Sometimes we think about getting a propane heater here, but with all the wood around and Margo needing the exercise, we will stick to wood for a few more years. Burning wood lets us heat the place as hot we want without worrying about the expense of propane. At Pine Island we keep the thermostat at 63 to save on fuel.

It gives a real feeling of accomplishment to look out over the big pile of wood ready to keep us warm. When I was a kid, Dad still cut trees down with his hand Swede saw and buzzed it up into chunks. We helped from as far back as I can remember. We waited until it was 40 below to take the maul out and split the crotch chunks. The brittle frozen blocks split easily. Of course we had to take the maul to bed with us to keep it warm so it wouldn’t shatter. Before we got the big old farmhouse insulated, our goal was to keep the kitchen warm enough so the goldfish wouldn’t freeze in the fishbowl overnight.

We took a break from woodcutting last Sunday and visited Cousin Nellie and her son Albert near Cumberland. Nellie celebrated her 103rd birthday in the hospital last month. She was back home again. When we came in the house and asked her how she was doing she told us “I was up in an airplane this morning!”

“She’s finally gone over the edge – her mind must be gone,” Margo and I both thought. Albert saw our skeptical looks and said “Mom’s grandson just bought a Cessna airplane and has it at the Grantsburg Airport. He took Mom up for a ride this morning. They flew right over the farm along Hwy. 48.” Nellie insisted we sit down at the table and have some coffee and cookies while we visited. She is doing pretty well. As we left she asked “Have you ever heard of a 103-year-old going for a ride in an airplane?” Not until now Nellie!

Albert and Nellie asked me to help them find out about some of their Civil War ancestors. She had a great-uncle who died in the terrible southern prison at Andersonville. Next year is the 150th anniversary of the beginning of the Civil War in 1861. Wisconsin history societies are being encouraged to do programs and displays on Civil War history for the next few years. Rosalee Kittleson, at the Polk County Museum, is attempting to get us all motivated to work on this for 201l in Polk County. If you are an enthusiast, please help us figure out how to commemorate the war.

Mom had her heart bypass and valve replacement three months ago. When she came home she was pretty sore, tired, weak and stayed pretty close to home.

She is doing much better now, getting back out driving, shopping, visiting, taking care of her big farmhouse and feeling closer to normal. I expect that she will be back gardening again next spring.

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At Calvary Covenant Church In Alpha We will have several cars lined up in the parking lot with trunks open ready to hand out candy. There will also be games, prizes, hot dogs and hot cocoa available. If you are planning on taking your kids out trick-or-treating, why not stop by for trunk or treat? Feel free to come and go any time between 2 - 5 p.m. It is a safe and fun way to celebrate with your children.

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Nicknames

When I was born, I had yellow jaundice, and my

father, according to stories, said “She’s yellow as a ________.” Not that I was round and plump, but the nickname stuck. I’m not going to tell you what it is, but it’s a word heard a lot around Halloween.

I guess I thought it was preferable to “Bare-Knees.”

However, as I grew up I asked my relatives and friends to stop calling me that as it lacks dignity.

I still receive letters once in awhile with the salutation “Dear ________.”

Old habits are hard to break!

I grew up knowing my father wanted a son, but I was an only child, and my mother lost a prospective baby boy in the fifth month of gestation, so I never had a brother (or sister either). No wonder I wrapped my arms around trees and talked to them!

I always knew I was the only “son” he would ever have. He wanted me to go with him to the Mission Woods to shoot crows. I didn’t want to kill anything.

I liked the raucous call of the crows, and I felt sorry for them when they lay dead at our feet. I often stood behind a tree and kept quiet.

My father took me fishing with him, and I often rowed so he could troll. He said I talked too much as a fishing partner. I did like the summer sunsets.

When it was time to get me a bicycle, my parents got – what else? – a boy’s bike. I rode it a lot. My best friend, Marjorie, had a boy’s bike, too.

My first skis were very long and very heavy. Straps kept them on my feet, no harnesses. Marjorie and I went to Charlie Hartwell’s hill on a nearby farm.

My first skates were boy’s black hockey skates and then racers. We used to skate across the lake, and before the snows came, when the ice was clear, we could see the seaweeds underneath. We played hockey, too.

Considering all, it’s a wonder I grew up to be a girly-girl.

Danielle Steel, author I just slogged through her book “The Long Road Home,” which I found really dreary. It’s about a little girl, Gabriella, who is the only child of an abusive mother and a father who just stood by and watched the horrible beatings the mother inflicted on her child.

Eventually, the mother abandoned her little girl by leaving her at a convent and never coming back for her, and that’s a blessing. But in her late teens as a postulate, she and a priest fall in love, and that’s not good.

I won’t give away the plot, but the author surprises the reader by incorporating advice for writers.

Steel writes “Beware of the writer who tells you that you will love her novel. I guarantee you will be asleep before the end of the first chapter.”

A professor suggested the young girl buy a notebook and write in it every day.

Writing is all about a sense of timing, of sensing when to say what when.

Behind the

Signpost Bernice Abrahamzon Or are you afraid to write? Are you afraid you might be good?

My personal view is that most beginning writers are afraid they aren’t good enough. They won’t try.

Gabriella thought she wasn’t ready yet to send out her stories, and the old professor who was her friend asked, “What’s ready? Was Steinbeck ready? Hemingway? Dickens? Jane Austin? They just did it. We are not striving for perfection here. We are communicating.”

The above is loosely related as the book is copyrighted.

Ina Abrahamzon When my mother-in-law was in her 80s, she took a correspondence course in writing and sent in her assignments on time. She had already written her life story, growing up in a sod house in Nebraska, becoming a teacher, moving to Wisconsin, marrying a storekeeper and living in a log house. Together they raised five children and two foster children. Many stories there!

Postal service I do my best to use the local postal service but obviously it didn’t do much good. Postage is still going up, up, up.

Will the day come when there is no U.S. Post Office? Will the whole world go e-mail?

My friends in Milwaukee still write with real fountain pens on beautiful stationery. Their letters are a delight as well as works of art.

Lately I have noticed that letters are cancelled all the way across the top of the envelope. The cancellation sometimes covers up the return address in the upper left-hand corner. That is sometimes very frustrating. So I now place my return address label on the back flap of the envelope.

I recently mailed a large envelope to British Columbia, Canada. Rates are a bit higher than ours, and I am told it takes five days for a letter to be delivered to Canada.

Until next week, Bernice

Red Cliff man wins The Turtle’s Got Talent contest

Kevin Soulier, a singer from Red Cliff, outperformed five other finalists to take home first-place honors and a $1,000 cash prize in the second-annual The Turtle’s Got Talent contest at the St. Croix Casino Turtle Lake on Friday, Oct. 15. After leading off with the Los Lonely Boys hit, “How Far Is Heaven,” Soulier mesmerized the audience with his moving performance of “This Is Your Song” from “Moulin Rouge.” Finishing a very close second in the contest and winning $500 was singer Alexi McFadden of Fridley, Minn. A former voice major at the University of Minnesota, McFadden is now a nursing student at the University of Minnesota and will be a contestant in the next "America’s Got Talent" contest. She demonstrated her vocal versatility with a gutty rendition of the up-tempo Joss Stone hit “You Had Me” coupled with her masterful reading of Whitney Houston’s “I Will Always Love You.” Taking third place and a $300 prize was Craig Francois of Hortonville. Francois has a big voice and a big talent: he can imitate a score of singers from Willie Nelson to Neil Diamond to Elvis himself. Elvis was definitely in the building on Oct.15: Francois performed the Tony Bennett hit “Rags to Riches” in the King’s unmistakable style. He also brought Conway Twitty to the stage in a convincing true-to-life performance of “It’s Only Make Believe.” Other finalists were singer Mike Lott of Andover, Minn.; Jennifer Strom of Woodbury, Minn.; and singer/songwriter Kai Ulrica of Rice Lake. The Turtle’s Got Talent contest preliminaries were held at the Turtle Lake Casino Sept. 17 and 24 and Oct. 1. The top two finishers from each preliminary round were invited back to compete for the grand prize on Oct. 15. A total of $4,800 in prize money was awarded during the contest. - Photo submitted

Great stir-fry and skillets offered by Luck Community Ed LUCK – On Monday, Nov. 1, find the stomach-satisfying answer to the question, “What can we make for supper that’s easy and good?” Stir-fry and skillet meals may be the answer! Both start with a few basic ingredients and can be modified to use just about anything in the refrigerator. Class participants will roll up their sleeves with instructor Barb Kass to make a meat-and-potato skillet and an Asian stir-fry. In addition to the benefit of

eating what is made, participants will receive recipes with variations to give more culinary options. The class runs from 6 to 8 p.m., at Luck School, and the WITC fee is $11.50 or $7.75 for ages 62-plus. A small ingredients fee will be collected on the night of class. Preregistration is required for this class; please call Luck Community Education by Friday, Oct. 30, at 715-472-2152 Ext. 103 or email Amy Aguado at amya@lucksd.k12.wi.us. - submitted

Do you remember?

Compiled by Bernice Abrahamzon

50 Years Ago Les’s Store in Siren had Wisconsin potatoes on sale at $1.49 for 100 lbs.–Maki Implement Co., Grantsburg, had specials on Monarch ranges.–The Siren Coin Laundry was open seven days a week.–Specials at the Frederic Co-op Super Market included new potatoes at 10 lbs. for 19¢, sliced bacon at 47¢ lb., Polish sausage at 47¢ lb., hams at 49¢ lb., Jonathan apples at 3 lbs. for 39¢, Tokay grapes at 2 lbs. for 29¢, and free ice-cream cones this one particular Saturday (all day).–Young and Rich had auto sales of used trucks and cars including a 1955 Chev, 1952 Chev, 1952 Buick, 1957 Ford, 1947 Dodge, etc.–Specials at Route’s Super Market, Frederic, included spareribs at 39¢ lb., lettuce at two heads for 29¢, pork hocks at 23¢ lb., corn at eight cans for $1, and beef liver at 39¢ lb.–Shoholm Lumber Co., Grantsburg, wanted saw bolts.–Obituaries included Inger Gabrielson.–News came from Fair Haven Rest Home.–Also Pine Grove Home.–"The Story of Ruth" was playing at the Frederic Theatre. The grand opening was held for the Danbury Launderette on Sept.

16.–Two more traffic deaths were recorded in Polk County.–Frederic Livestock Sales opened for business south of town on Hwy. 35.

40 Years Ago Specials at Route’s Super Market, Frederic, included bananas at 9¢ lb., tuna fish at 59¢ can, beef short ribs at 39¢ lb., beef stew meat at 69¢ lb. and chuck roast at 49¢ lb.–Specials at the Frederic Co-op included Rinso at 58¢ box for laundering, catsup at two bottles for 65¢, Swan dishwashing soap at 29¢ bottle, skinless wieners at 64¢ lb., and tomato soup at 10¢ can.– Specials at Dick’s Red Owl included bananas at 9¢ lb., potato lefse at 39¢, hams (shank portion) at 49¢ lb. and butt portion at 59¢ lb., and ground beef at 59¢ lb.–Obituaries included Ethel Wimer, Harry Baker, Herman Peterson, Soren Christensen, Joseph Berdick, James Warren, Elsie Davis and Ellen Wingard.–A wedding dance was set for Nov. 15 at the Indian Creek Dance Hall for Mr. and Mrs. Eugene Richter (Judy McClay).–A Hunter’s Dance was set for Nov. 19 at the Pioneer Bar, Frederic, with free beer and cheese with music from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. by Bill and Larry Java.–A dance was set for Wolf Creek Tavern with music by Vince and Guy on Nov. 13.–Burnett tax levy was set by board for no increase in mill rate.–Burnett County Board approved the Siren Nursing Home bonding.–Specials at Anderson’s Store in Siren included bacon at 49¢ lb. and pumpkin at 18¢ a can.

20 Years Ago The Superior Skydiving Club was coming to Siren in August.–An interstate theft ring was operating in Burnett County.–Delinquent taxes forced Burnett County to borrow $1.5 million.–A tax hike of $100,000 was sought at Webster.–A reward was offered for information on sign vandals.–Rep. Harvey Stower was recognized for service to battered women.–The Webster School District has three new faculty members including Kim Kriegel, Marian Franson and Mark Johnson.-Siren Assembly of God ran an ad saying, “Jesus Really Cares. Maybe we can help, too!”–Door prize winners at the grand opening of an office for The Inter-County Leader at Siren included Ortwin Mielke, Webster; Vera Amundson, Frederic; Ann Pearson, Siren; Pat Olson, Siren; Don Hagen, Webster; Harry Rudisell, Siren; Laura Boyce, Webster; Maxine Lindquist, Siren; Steve Roehrs, Grantsburg; Lois Uhrhammer, Siren; Mrs. Paul Luedke, Grantsburg; Mrs. Claire Trott, Siren; Elna Pomerleau, Webster; and Naomi Glover, Webster.–Congratulations were extended to the 1990 Upper St. Croix Valley Conference Baseball Champions.–A Frederic man, Todd Schmidt, was injured in an 18-foot fall. He was an employee of Fossum Construction, Frederic.

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Still no bears sighted in bear country, however, I know they were here last Thursday because as I gazed out the kitchen window Friday morning the deer’s water tub had been tipped over. The tree rats feeder on the tree was on the ground and the birdfeeder pole bent almost to the ground.

The tree rats are still coming in by the dozens and spending their days busy as beavers collecting the hundreds of acorns. Last Saturday I had a large tree rat and what looked to be her three young playing games all over the front deck. One of the little ones, being inquisitive, decided to climb up the window screen on the office window and, try as I might, rapping on the window didn’t get him down. I had to go out on the deck before they left the scene. Does anyone know if tree rats have more than one batch of young in a season, those little ones didn’t look to be all that old.

Mark your calendars for Saturday, Nov. 6, the Siren Methodist Church will be holding their quilt, craft and bake sale on that day from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

A lunch will be available from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and refreshments on hand all day. This is a good chance to do some early Christmas shopping and, at the same time, pick up some great homemade baked goods for the holidays.

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Sympathy to the families of Violet Linton, Oct. 7, Jeff Aune, Oct. 14 and Victor Anderson, Oct. 17.

The Daniels Township will hold their monthly town board meeting on Tuesday, Nov. 9, at the town hall at 7 p.m.

Last Tuesday evening the Siren Lioness held their October meeting/Halloween bash at the Siren Senior Center. There were many members in costumes as it was optional. Pat Dotseth took home the prize for best costume as the grim reaper. Nancy Tamminga walked off with the prize for best pumpkin. A speaker, Susan Hager of Frederic, gave an excellent talk on service dogs.

Congratulations to Alan Strabel for being chosen Mr. Siren during Siren’s homecoming events.

Congratulations to elementary student Mackenzie Baker, middle schooler Whitney Plaster and high schooler Makayla Reynolds for being chosen Siren Schools students of the week. What a great job guys.

Mark your calendar for Saturday, Nov. 6, the Northwoods Crossing Event Center is holding a Christmas fine arts and crafts day from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Stop in, look around and enjoy some refreshments. This will benefit the Moms for Kids scholarship fund.

Webster Senior Center We finally got some much-needed rain, which also brings dreary days, however, we have enjoyed a beautiful fall. Hopefully we will get a few more nice days.

The senior monthly meeting was held on Tuesday with only a few members attending. For the center to survive, it needs participation from all members. If you want to see changes in something or new/additional activities or whatever issues you might have, come to the meetings and voice your opinions and ideas. The next meeting will be Tuesday, Nov. 16, at 12:30 p.m. Please plan to attend.

Remember, to be a voting member in 2011, you must pay your $1 dues to Maxine Peterson before Dec. 31.

The Wii bowling is going strong and the gals are having a great time. Nancy O’Brien had high single game with a 202. The Early Birds had high team game with a 511. We have had new participants stop in every week. Come in and watch the games to find out if you would be interested. The first game starts at 9:30 a.m. every Wednesday.

Twenty-three players came to Dime Bingo on Wednesday. We so appreciate all who come and

enjoy. We always have room for more, so bring your dimes and come on in. We start at 12:30 p.m. every Wednesday.

Thursday evening, there were seven pool players, but only three card players. Several of the regulars had other commitments. No need to call, just come on in. We start at 7 p.m. The last couple of weeks we have been playing Golf cards, but if you have a game you would like to play, let us know.

We had a nice turnout for the potluck on Saturday.

After lunch, we got some ladies playing horseshoes and bowling on the Wii. Winners of the door prizes were Harold Miehle, Karen Doriott, Judi Reese, Darrald Doriott, Janice Cooper, Gladys Beers and John Culver. The next potluck will be Saturday, Dec. 4, when we will also be having a silent auction. Hope to see you all there.

The center is open Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. The phone number is 715-866-5300. The next evening meal will be Wednesday, Nov. 10, at 5 p.m. Be sure to call in your reservations.

Laughter is a tranquilizer with no side effects.

See you at the center.

Siren Senior Center A new slate of officers for the Siren seniors was elected at the monthly meeting on Tuesday, Oct. 19.

The new board will be comprised of Corrine Root, president; Gerry Vogel, vice president; Barb Munger, secretary and Judy Johnson, treasurer. As par for the course we had some members that were unhappy with the election, but as usual the majority of votes won out. Don Brand has held down the fort for the past eight years and has done an outstanding job with the help of many dedicated seniors rebuilding the center from scratch after the 2001 tornado. The wish of the new board is that all of our volunteers will continue to make the center successful and a pleasant place for everyone to enjoy. We are fortunate that the new officers and Judy Johnson have previously held offices in the community and have the expertise to keep our center senior friendly and hopefully will encourage many others to join us. Remember, to make your voice heard you must attend at least six Siren senior meetings a year in order to vote for your choice of candidates at the next election in 2011.

The Dining at Five dinner will be held next week on Thursday, Nov. 4. CeCe will be serving a roast turkey dinner and you will have a choice of either pumpkin or apple pie for dessert. When you call in or stop to sign up please specify which pie you desire.

We had the pleasure of greeting two people we haven’t seen around the center for a while, Annabel Pearson and Ed Smythe, welcome back and please keep coming.

It was discussed at the monthly meeting that the 55 Alive people have donated a television and we also have a Wii system for our taking. You have probably noticed that the Webster Senior Center has this system and their members are enjoying all of

Births Born at Osceola Medical Center: A boy, Braydin Hugh Kowalski-Finklea, born Oct. 19, 2010, to Alexandria Kowalski and Justin Finklea of Forest Lake, Minn. Braydin weighed 6 lbs., 5 oz.

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the activities that you can do. If we can round up enough people at our center we will make this available for you. We have to have your voice in this so call the center and give us your thoughts on this.

This center is open every morning and we would be happy to set up the system for all folks interested.

I don’t have a definite date at this time, but Grace Haines is making arrangements to have Jack Mattura visit the center and help assist anyone interested in funeral planning. Sounds morbid, but let’s face it, taxes and death are two things that can’t be avoided. It certainly makes sense if you have any special wishes that they should be recorded. As soon as we have a date and time we’ll let you know.

Gratitude to Shirley Doriott for a donation of cards and calendars and articles for the craft room from Marie Bentley.

Winners at 500 this week were Marie Van Guilder, Gerry Vogel, Sue Newberger, Darleen Groves and Duane Lockhart. Spades winners were Mary Sicard, Sue Newberger, Marie Van Guilder, Dwaine Bentley and Anke Olesen. Anke Olesen, Marie Van Guilder, Corrine Root, Marge Nyberg and Barb Munger furnished treats for the players.

The center is open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily. For any information on our activities please call the center at 715-349-7810 and for dinner reservations call 715-349-2845.

Academic news MENOMONIE – Scholarships valued at more than $550,000 were awarded to 350 University of Wisconsin-Stout students this year through the Stout University Foundation Inc. Scholarship recipients from this area are: Amery Shannon Maanum, retail merchandising and management, Lynn Quadracci Blum and Dennis Blum Endowed Scholarship, Ray F. McNaughton Scholarship.

Grantsburg Megan Branstad, apparel design and development, Charles and Carolyn Blain Mowbray Endowed Scholarship. - submitted

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Lewis

Pastor Tom Cook and his wife, Jane, enjoyed a week’s vacation in mid-October. The one Sunday he missed in Lewis was United Women’s Sunday so the church women took care of that service. Welcome home to them both.

This past Sunday’s service focused on the history of the Lewis church, including the October 1986 fire when the Lewis church suffered damage due to a faulty furnace. Members were invited to contribute information on the original church and also the new one.

One of the worshippers lifted up the good thought, “Keep the faith but not just to yourself.”

Fresh apples and caramel dip were part of the after-service lunch along with sweet breads. People enjoyed lingering over the coffee cups and also looking at pictures of past church events in scrapbooks accumulated by the late Esther Schallenberger. She filled many scrapbooks with photographs and newspaper clippings through the years. She was a very conscientious church historian.

LaVerne Leep and Pastor Tom have been working on the church membership role and records, trying to bring them up to date.

Do you know the words for “Onward, Christian Soldiers” have been changed in the present Methodist hymnal? They were probably considered too militant. In the old days, children in summertime Bible school marched in to that song for opening ceremony each day.

The congregation has become very fond of some new hymns, but others like “Safe in the Arms of Jesus” were replaced to make room for new favorites.

Beautiful fall flowers on the altar Sunday morning, brought in by worshippers.

The monthly board meeting will be held this Wednesday at 7 p.m. at the church, preceded by a 6 p.m. potluck supper. Welcome.

It is getting close to annual conference and new committees and officers have been elected. Come and check it out.

John Glockzin underwent his first cataract surgery and is recovering well. Good!

Get-well wishes to Judy Mrdutt of Danbury who was in the Shell Lake Hospital, and consulting doctors to find some solutions. Thinking of her at her home, trying to feel better. She and husband, Dave, are missed in church, but have prayer to sustain them.

Happy birthday to Starr Warndahl this week, on

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Monday. Wishing you happiness and good days.

Recently someone asked about the Lorain United Methodist Church and said “It’s gone.” The rumor was it was moved away but the truth is that it was stripped of its windows, floor, and the furniture removed, so there wasn’t much left and what was left was burned and cleaned up. This is some hearsay but hoping it is correct. It had the celebration of its 100th anniversary a few years back, and membership had dwindled. Many friends passed away or moved away.

Two precious memories include messages given on Memorial Day at least two times by Kenneth Abrahamzon. Trips through the cemetery were always meaningful. And some of us remember the annual picnics.

Bernice also remembers on the rare occasions when she attended services at Lorain (after attending services first at Lewis), one of the ladies at Lorain suggested, “We all try to sit on one side so we look like more people there.”

It is hoped someone has written (or will write) the history of the Lorain church. Who made the altar?

How many pews were there on each side – total pews?

Are there membership lists through different years? The main church doors were in memory of Glenn Polsfuss who lost his life in a motorcycle accident.

Records are not only significant but also very interesting.

And a historical sign is important, too, to mark the place where parishioners met all those years.

The United Methodist Men of Lewis have set the date for their Hunter's Stew on Friday, Nov. 5. This has become traditional. The ladies will provide the bars for dessert. Hours are from 5 – 7 p.m. You are invited to enjoy the food and fellowship at a very reasonable cost.

The Christmas bazaar has been set for Saturday, Dec. 4, at the church. Hours to be announced.

Handcrafts, handiwork, baked goods, candy, etc.

Let’s get busy, ladies.

Tim and Rick Abrahamzon had a pumpkin carving party at the home of Sheila Staples on Tuesday evening. Guests were Mike, Kelly and Emma Swanson; Brian, Jordan and Nicholas Webster; Darrell, Suzanne, Nolan and Sarah Imhoff. Suzanne brought pizza and Halloween cupcakes to be enjoyed by the group.

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by Marian Edler Another week has passed and sounds like winter weather is not far off. But what a great October we had.

Tuesday started with exercise, then we played Skip-Bo. In the afternoon games were played. Winners in 500 cards were Shirley Sims, Don Benson, Pat Carlson, Kathy Larson and Elaine Edlund. Winners of the 9 bid were Larry and Pat. Winners in Dominos were Don Anderson, Martha Lundstrom and Ione Meixner. Winners in Hand and Foot were Dottie Adams, Donna Schlosser and Rita Boyle.

Thursday was exercise, with Skip-Bo played after.

At 12:30 p.m. we had a potluck lunch followed by our monthly meeting. We discussed the upcoming

estate and garage sale on Friday and Saturday, Nov. 5 and 6. We will have a bake sale also. On Sunday, Nov. 14, we will have our hobo soup hosted by Elaine and Ron Edlund. Games will follow.

Thursday evening 500 cards were played with Chuck Magnison, Jean Mevissen and Roger Greenley the winners. Charlie was the 9 bid winner.

Friday morning, Bridge was played.

I saw in the daily paper that now is the time to book your holiday parties. The center is for rent and the calendar is starting to fill up. If you would like to book a party, call Joyce at 715-483-3466 for information.

Stop in and have some coffee next time you’re downtown. Happy Halloween.

Dewey - LaFollette Brenda and Nicole Sweet visited Donna and Gerry Hines Monday.

A number of people from this area enjoyed the German dinner Wednesday evening at Faith Lutheran Church in Spooner.

Hank and Karen Mangelsen visited Russell and Betty Leef Friday afternoon.

Roger and Sue Mroszak met their daughter and son-in-law, Lisa and Don Pederso,n in Spooner for supper Friday evening. Then they all went to the hockey game at the Northwest Sports Complex. Sue and Roger’s grandson, Blake Pederson, plays for the Wisconsin Wilderness team of Spooner, which is part of the Superior International Junior A Hockey League.

Brian and Jenny Hines were Friday and Saturday visitors of Gerry and Donna Hines.

Caleb Schott was an overnight guest of his grand-

parents, Don and Lida Nordquist, on Friday.

Karen and Hank Mangelsen went with Roger and Sue Mroszak Saturday evening to watch the Wisconsin Wilderness team play hockey in Spooner. Later they enjoyed a time of visiting at Sue and Roger’s home.

Hank and Karen Mangelsen visited April, Dave, Patty and Mandy Close in Siren Sunday. They helped Patty celebrate her 12th birthday.

Weekend guests of Nina and Lawrence Hines were Chad, Jenny, Aubrey, Ashley, Chris and Colin Harrison.

Wayne and Marie Romsos visited Karen and Hank Mangelsen Sunday evening. They enjoyed a time of visiting, snacking and watching the Packers/Vikings game.

Frederic Senior Center Spades was played at 1 p.m., Monday, Oct. 18, with the following winners: Lillian Murphy in first place, Willis Williams in second place, Liz Ruhn in third place and Norma Nelson in fourth place.

Our president is missed and is hospitalized at Amery hospital. Wishing her a speedy recovery at Golden Age Manor for therapy.

Thursday night 500 cards was played at 6:30

Ardyce Knauber

p.m., with the following winners: Dorothy Brown in first place, Willis Williams in second place, Norma Nelson in third place and Del Hansen in fourth place.

Wednesday and Friday Pokeno is an enjoyable time.

Early morning coffee and pool players would welcome more company.

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Arnell Humane Society of Polk County Rylie is a 10-week-old female orange tabby kitten. She is snuggly soft. Rylie and her brother Rigley came to the shelter as strays that appeared one day. As is so common this time of year, they “appeared” at the doorstep of a rural home without a note from their mother or the authorities. What to do with tiny kittens too young to fend for themselves? Adopt them of course! In addition to Rigley and Rylie, the Arnell Cat Room is full of adoptable kittens. They are all healthy; have received kitten vaccinations and in some cases are already neutered. These fluff balls grow up fast; adopt yours today.

It was a busy whirlwind week at the shelter. Numerous litters of kittens arrived; some with mothers and some without. At least one stray dog came

Segelstrom/Burton Doug and Sue Segelstrom of Grantsburg are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Jena, to Jonathon Burton, son of Samuel and Correna Burton, St. Croix Falls.

Jena is an interpreter for the deaf and hard of hearing and the varsity volleyball coach for the Cornell School District.

Jon is enrolled on the master’s program of applied psychology at the UW-Stout in Menomonie.

Both are 2004 graduates of Granstburg High School.

An August 2011 wedding is being planned. – Photo submitted

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Fran Krause LaVonne O'Brien Lavonne O’Brien had lunch with Heather Wade on Wednesday at Danbury. On Saturday she attended the baby shower for Ashley Knutson, hosted by Becky O’Brien. Mary Herman and Teresa Childers were there, too. Supper guests at the Childers’ Saturday evening were Tom and Becky and Jack and Lavonne.

Wilkie Petersen and Kent Krause spent the weekend with Karen and Jerry Hintz at Sturgeon Bay. They all tailgated at Lambeau Field before the PackerViking game Sunday night and enjoyed the outcome of the game.

Mark and Deanna Krause were at the cross-country sectional meet at Boyceville Saturday. The Webster boys team finished in sixth place.

Congratulations to Jack Taylor and Joey Erickson, who will compete at the state meet next week, and also to the rest of the team who worked hard all season.

Marilyn Kooiker and the new Washburn Co. Family Living agent attended the Harmony HCE Club meeting at Cedarwood Manor Tuesday morning.

Marilyn presented the project lesson on brain aerobics. Amy Kopecky and Fran Krause were hostesses.

Saturday Fran Krause attended the Apple River Conference WELCA meeting at Pilgrim Lutheran Church at Frederic.

St. Croix Regional Medical Center offers parenting group Nov. 4 ST. CROIX FALLS – Looking for tips and suggestions about caring for your little one during the first year of development? St. Croix Regional Medical Center offers you a parenting group, Year One: Bringing Up Baby, for parents and their babies under one year of age.

Held the first Thursday of each month from 6 to 7 p.m., the leaders will address a new child-care/parenting topic of interest each session. Each evening offers a comfortable, relaxed atmosphere to learn and meet other parents who are in the same phase of life. November’s session features “Relationships after baby.”

The classes are free, but registration is appreciated. The sessions are facilitated by health educators Angela Chivers and Sarah Shaw, who both have small children of their own. To register or for questions, please call 715-483-0431 or e-mail: sarah.shaw@scrmc.org. - submitted

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YAPpenings Blacky Hi, everybody! Blacky here from Humane Society of Burnett County. I am out of breath! You see, my mom was trying on her Halloween costume to see if it fit, and when my brother saw her in it, he wigged out and took off running out the door and down the driveway. I had to go chase him and tell him it was OK, that Mom was just being silly. He did something like that last year, too, now that I think about it. She put on a rubber dog nose and a hat with ears, and he barked his head off at her until she took them off. We live out in the boondocks so we don’t get any little ghouls knocking at the door on Halloween. No candy, no scary decorations or dangly spiders, and no traffic. Just as well, I suppose. My brother would probably have a heart attack, or we’d at least have to drug him until it was all over with. I don’t know what to think about rubber spiders and bats. They look creepy, but they don’t smell like anything, so I’m not sure what to make of them. We have enough real ones anyway. One day, someone told my mom that, “You’re never more than 5 feet away from a spider.” I didn’t like the expression on her face, and I figured soon it would be Moving Day after that remark, because my mom turns weird around spiders. Especially big-bodied, hairy-looking ones.

How do I know this, you ask? Because not long ago I was jolted out of a sound sleep when one came crawling out of her shoe. She screamed, the

in each day, sometimes two. And as luck would have it, numerous adoptions took place. A volunteer dog walker found her ideal shepherd-mix puppy.

A thoughtful family in search of the right dog found their girl after weeks Rylie of auditioning different dogs at the shelter. A young man found his companion with hunting possibilities in Scrambler, a redbone/Lab mix. Crockett went home to meet a resident cat with two gentle women who delighted in his kitten antics and loud purring motor. And, longtime residents Austin and Sylvester, the mitted tabby brothers, went home together. Now they have 4,000 square feet to terrorize in good order. A very successful week of making connections for our shelter animals.

Another adoption was caught on video by the KARE 11 film crew. Channel 11 News reporter Trisha Volpe visited the Arnell shelter on Friday as part of a story about animal shelters in need. In these economic times, all nonprofits are struggling

to survive. Our services are more important than ever and donations are at all-time lows. This is especially true for animal welfare services who have a limited number of dollars available in grants and assistance programs.

While KARE 11’s Trisha Volpe was at the Arnell shelter, another longtime resident, Dakota, was adopted. Dakota had been featured in this column a few weeks ago; he had been at the shelter for six weeks. As a 6-year-old black dog, he was overlooked time and again. Ever cheerful, Dakota kept his chin up and then “they” came. A couple who had lost both of their dogs in the previous month came to the shelter to adopt two dogs. With cameras rolling, they met Dakota and took him home, promising to return for another. It was a joyful moment for the dog walkers and staff who had come to know and love Dakota. The KARE 11 animal shelter story will air in the next two weeks during the 10 o’clock news. Stay tuned.

Arnell Memorial Humane Society, Amery, 715268-7387 (PETS) or online: www.arnellhumane.org

shoe got launched out into the backyard, and then out came the big can of bug spray - and a shovel, just in case. Then we had to leave for the day when she bug bombed the house. That was fun. We got to go on Ripley a long walk, and then a ride in the truck, and...and, hey! I think that’s the same day I accidentally ate that rooster! One short sentence and one small spider equals one big adventure for Blacky!

I bet there aren’t many spiders that reside at the shelter. The folks there keep that place clean as a whistle, so there isn’t much room for creepy-crawly bugs. When I was there last week, I saw that someone had brought in a few jugs of bleach that I had asked for, so thank you to the person who brought them in. And to everyone who brings in food and treats, blankets, toys, and all kinds of goodies for my furry pals. I’m glad there are a lot of people who help make the most of my buddies’ stay until they get adopted.

I have some wonderful news to tell you. My little pal Spuds finally found himself a new family to grow up in! He was at the shelter a long time, and I watched him double in size from when he was brought in as a pup. He’s still a pup, just a bigger pup now. Anyway, I’m so happy for him, and I bet his new people just love him to bits. I know we all did! It sounds like Lucky will be going home soon as well, and my short doxy friend Olaf went to his new home too!

I’ve got one newcomer to tell you about, and his name is Radar. Radar is a golden retriever/Lab mix who was picked up on CCC Road in Swiss

Twp. He is about a year old, and he wags his tail in a big circle when he sees you approaching. I was going to put his photo in my column this week, but he stuck his tongue out at the camera lady like he was saying, “Phhhhtttt!” and it doesn’t really represent his otherwise sweet personality. Instead, I’m sharing a picture of Ripley, the flat-faced Persian who was dropped off at the shelter last week. Look at him - doesn’t it look like he’s thinking, “Pity the fool who steals my catnip!” He’s actually a nice cat; kind of shy, but he likes to be petted, and he’s a purring machine. Believe it, or not.

If you are in Grantsburg this week, the Grantsburg Animal Hospital is having a weeklong costume contest that runs through Friday, Oct. 29.

Dress yourself, your kids, or your pet up in a costume and stop in for a treat and have your picture taken. They’ll be posting the pictures on their Facebook page, and their fans will vote for the best costumes. You can win a prize! I think I might starch my ears so they stick up and pass myself off as a small horse. Anybody got a saddle I could borrow?

OK, enough nonsense out of me. I have a couple of items on my wish list this week that I need to pass along. We could use some cat litter, and also some cover straw for our septic system. Or is that hay? I never know. It’s all dead grass to me that I don’t want to eat.

I guess I wouldn’t make a very good horse after all.

Have a safe and happy Halloween, don’t give your dog candy, 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 Wisconsin Public Radio

On Wednesday, Oct. 13, Joe Cadotte from Wisconsin Public Radio interviewed the children and mothers at preschool story time, and several of the volunteers, while trying to get a perspective on public libraries and the various roles the library plays in the community and the importance of literature in these times of computers and television. A copy of the transcript is posted on the library’s Web site (http://webster.wislib.org).

Friends of the Library

The new wild rice cookbook is here! Copies are for sale in the library, at Forts Folle Avoine and several other places within our communities. The price is $12. The cookbook will debut on Friday, Nov. 5, from 3 to 7 p.m., on the lower level of the library.

Recipe samples will be served. On Saturday, Dec. 4, the Friends will be hosting their Christmas book sale and author Ron Handberg will be there to sign copies of his new book, “Deadly Reunion.” And, the Friends will be selling baked goods on Saturday, Dec. 11, during Forts Folle Avoine’s Christmas at the Fort celebration.

Grants and donations

We received an award from Polk-Burnett’s Operation Round-Up in the amount of $750 to purchase a laptop for children’s educational use. St. John’s and Our Lady’s Council of Catholic Women generously donated $250 to our new facility building fund.

We appreciate their support!

Adult book club

At 10 a.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 23, the discussion will be on “The Day the Falls Stood Still” by Cathy Buchanan. Call or visit the library to get your copy.

Mystery Mayhem Book Club will be creeping into the library in April 2011. Prepare to get your claws into a mystery! For more information, contact Rita Luedtke at 608-963-1425.

Preschool story time

Story time is located on the lower level of the Burnett Community Library, Main Street, Webster, and is held from 10:30 to 11 a.m. every Wednesday.

New adult fiction books

• “The Reversal” by Michael Connelly • “Texas Sunrise” by Elmer Kelton • “Savage Guns” by Wm. W. Johnstone • “Crave” by J.R. Ward • “Painted Ladies” by Robert B. Parker • “Freedom” by Jonathan Franzen • “The Valcourt Heiress” by Philippa Gregory • “American Assassin” by Vince Flynn • “Brave” by Nicholas Evans • “Busy Body” by M.C. Beaton • “Charming Quirks of Others” by Alexander McCall Smith • “Chasing the Night” by Iris Johansen • “In the Company of Others” by Jan Karon • “Our Kind of Traitor” by John LeCarre • “Revolution” by Jennifer Donnelly (young adult) • “Worth Dying For” by Lee Childs

New adult nonfiction books

• “American Caesars: Lives of the Presidents from Franklin D. Roosevelt to George W. Bush” by Nigel Hamilton • “Obama’s War” by Bob Woodward

New DVDs

• “Letters to Juliet” • “Iron Man 2” • “Robin Hood” • “Prince of Persia: the Sands of Time” • “How to Train Your Dragon”

New children’s books

• “A True Book: Pluto from Planet to Dwarf” by Elaine Landau • Also by above author: “Saturn,” “The Moon,” “Mercury,” “Mars,” “Jupiter,” “Uranus,” “The Sun,” “Beyond Pluto,” “Earth.”

• “Benno and the Night of Broken Glass” by Meg Wiviott • “Ghosts in the House” by Kazuno Kohara • “Little Rabbit’s Christmas” by Harry Horse • “Maisy Goes to Preschool” by Lucy Cousins • “Art and Max” by David Wiesner • “The Boy in the Garden” by Allen Say

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– 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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With the wonderful weather we’ve been having, the residents of the little townships of Arna and New Dosey are still busily getting ready for a change of seasons. We are cleaning our yards, washing our windows, putting storm windows up, getting our snowblowers ready and getting our flannels out. Let the winter winds blow!

The training session for the Duxbury Volunteer Fire Department held at the Cloverton station last week centered on practice with the new SPCAs (air tanks). Chief Mike McCullen led the group which included Don Mishler, Paul Fornengo, Dave Baker, Dave Drake, Gene Wickham, Tracy Erickson and Darren Spates.

Raffle tickets for the annual fundraiser were also distributed. The drawing will be at the Duxbury Store on Saturday, Nov. 13.

Weekender Charles Steffens had another successful bear hunt again this fall.

Darlene Merrimonti and Evelyn Johnson had a senior bus trip that was not only very enjoyable, but also very educational. Forty-four people boarded the bus in Siren and journeyed to Texas with many stops along the way. Highlights included visiting the JFK assassination site, the Oklahoma bombing memorial, a river cruise in San Antonio, an old-time buggy ride and a tour of the LBJ ranch.

Evelyn and Darlene would like to thank Pam Ellwein for dropping them off, taking care of their vehicle and then picking them up on their return.

Speaking of Pam, she is now employed at the St. Croix Casino in Danbury.

Cloverton resident Clint Elliott was recently hired in the hat-check department of the Grand Casino in Hinckley.

Mary and Frank Schaaf made their annual trip to south-central Minnesota last week. Seeing many relatives in one fell swoop, they went first to Mora and St. Cloud for some shopping, then traveled on to New Ulm for lunch with two of her brothers, then on to Arlington for lunch with her sister and brother-inlaw. At this stop, all of Mary’s nieces from this sister and their children joined the party.

After an overnight in Arlington, the Schaafs headed home with a stop in Zimmerman to visit with former co-worker of Frank’s, then a meal at the Grand Casino. They report that they had a wonderful time.

Cheryl Wickham also had an annual event when she and four other women spent five days at the Edgewater Park and Motel in Duluth, Minn., recently.

Making electronics recycling easier Wisconsin’s electronics recycling law establishes a statewide program, now called E-Cycle Wisconsin, to collect and recycle certain electronics. It is based on a product stewardship approach, which assigns primary responsibility for collection and recycling to the manufacturer.

The law also banned certain electronics from Wisconsin landfills and incinerators after Sept. 1, 2010.

The law establishes requirements for manufacturers, recyclers and collectors to ensure that recycling is done in an environmentally sound manner. There are also requirements for electronics retailers and local government responsible units.

Which electronics are covered under the law?

The law covers electronics such as TVs, computers and printers sold to/used by Wisconsin households, K-12 public schools and Milwaukee Parental Choice Program schools.

Landfill and incineration bans These bans apply no matter where the devices are from or who used them–including households, schools, businesses, governments and institutions. Specifically, the bans include: • televisions; • computers (desktop, laptop, netbook and tablet computers); • desktop printers (including those that scan, fax and/or copy); • computer monitors; • other computer accessories (including keyboards, mice, speakers, external hard drives and flash drives); • DVD players, VCRs and other video players (i.e., DVRs);

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Activities for these friends included swimming in the Lazy River section of the water park, going up the North Shore to see the lovely autumn leaves, visiting the Split Rock Lighthouse, playing lots of card games, spending a day in Walker, and eating many times at Uncle Louie’s Calif.

Robin and John Fornengo had the company of two friends that they met when they were all 18 years old and lived in Germany. This couple took a nationwide motorcycle trip recently and stopped for a fourday visit with the Fornengos.

Last Sunday had Robin and John helping granddaughter Julie Best on Grindstone Lake.

Mention was made awhile back of Peggy and Ken Coveau’s trip to Missoula, Mont., to help daughter Alicia and Ted get settled in. While there, they took in the amazingly beautiful scenery – hills, mountains, trees and rivers everywhere. bighorn sheep can be seen a lot. Their nephew, Kyle, and his girlfriend also live in Missoula so it was a chance to see them also.

Last week, Peggy and Pam Ellwein, after shopping in Duluth, ate lunch at the Roadhouse, where her other daughter, Annie, works. Earlier in the week, Ken and Peggy had taken Annie out for her birthday to the Black Wood Supper Club on London Road.

Boots Raboin and his son Dan have gotten a little hunting in this fall. Dan usually comes up with two barber friends from Lake Elmo, Minn. The group has not gotten any deer or bear so far. Boots has had a bear sow and four cubs hanging around his place all summer and, of course, he’s not going to shoot her.

Boots turned 76 years old on Oct. 12. This date is traditionally Columbus Day, but now they put that day on Monday and it is not always observed on the 12th and Boots is put out about that.

Mark your calendars for a very important spaghetti fundraiser being held for Julie Elliott Vanesse at the Cozy Corner Inn on Saturday, Nov. 6, beginning at 5 p.m. Tickets are $8 and $4. As you know, Julie is battling cancer. She is in remission now, but you know how expenses can pile up. Please try to attend and help this charming young woman and her family.

On the home front, Patty Koehler and I joined several Wisconsin friends at the home of Sherry Wilson for a little afternoon get-together on Oct. 19. Elizabeth Coffin, Marian Dyson, Mary Froberg, Kay Fornengo, Bonnie Cole, Cheryl Carlson and her sister Camille all partook of hors d’oerves and good conversation.

Cherish your friendships, wherever you are.

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Grantsburg Public Library wants to you know … about Learning Express Library with over 800 online courses, tests, and e-books to help you find a job, enhance your career, get into college, and excel in school. Need to prep for certification or career licensing, check out Learning Express! Also SAT, ACT, and other placement test preparation and practice tests. Find info on job search, resume-writing, and skills improvement. Let your library card work for you! Link provided from the library Web site or go to www.learningexpresslibrary.com about Family Storytime coming Saturday, Nov. 13, at 9:30 a.m. Come in your pj’s for stories, activities, crafts and fun. Bring a stuffed friend or a real friend! All ages are invited. See you there. about preschool story time every Wednesday morning at 10:30 a.m. Every week we meet for sto-

ries, activities and more. This week was our Icky, Sticky Party with costumes, goo and yuckiness. It was fun. Don’t miss the fun surprises and special events that we have planned for the rest of the year. about Youth Chess Club that has filled its roster!

We are now full for the fall club registration. Next registration opens January 2011. You can still come and watch a game, or participate if there is room!

This week was strategy and Battleship Chess. Next Week: Tips from the top rankers. Youth ages 10 and up on Wednesday afternoons 3:45-5:15 p.m. about our Silly Santa Stories at Santa Claus Days on Saturday, Dec. 4. Come out to the Crex Convention Center from 9 a.m. - noon to hear a silly Santa story from our story time reader. This is a communitywide event with lots of fun activities and treats from numerous area businesses and sponsors. Sure to be a fun time, mark your calendar.

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Notes Jen Barton • fax machines; and • cell phones.

It is important that electronics be kept out of our landfills because they often contain hazardous materials. A color monitor, for example, may contain up to 10 pounds of leaded glass. Other heavy metals, such as cadmium, mercury and lithium, are also present in computers.

These materials can be taken out of the machine and used in other applications, saving resources. The leaded glass in monitor picture tubes is crushed and processed into new picture tubes used in televisions and monitors. Plastics are also being recycled into consumer products like desk accessories and camera cases.

Although there is a small cost for responsibly recycling your computers, residents are encouraged to take advantage of local recycling opportunities. Recycling makes sense economically and greatly reduces your environmental liability. Remember, recycling enables us to conserve valuable resources by reclaiming precious metals, copper, steel, aluminum, plastic and CRT glass besides saving valuable landfill space. Recycling also greatly reduces lead emissions from incinerators, thus helping to reduce air pollution. Recycling is the legally, morally and politically correct thing to do and it’s as easy as 1,2,3 here in Burnett and Washburn counties. The cost to recycle a complete computer system is $18, please call Jen for locations at 715635-2197, or e-mail her at jbarton@nwrpc.com.

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Festival’s Featured Artist Josiah Laubenstein ST. CROIX FALLS – Festival Theatre’s production of Mark Twain’s “Is He Dead?” delighted audiences throughout the month of October and apart from the big laughs, raucous characters and farcical humor, “Is He Dead?” also posed some deeper questions about the value of art, a worthy subject given that October is National Arts and Humanities Month.

It can be a dog-eat-dog world in the performing arts, but the saying is true about actors and six degrees of separation, as well as the ways in which most performing artists encourage and support each other in their journeys. For instance Carl Lindberg, director of “Is He Dead?”, met Josiah Laubenstein by way of mutual acquaintance and a necessity of finding a couch to crash on! Lindberg and Laubenstein, along with five other actors in “Is He Dead?”, will also be performing in the upcoming Festival Production of “A Christmas Carol.”

Laubenstein just closed his role as Age-

memnon (aka Chicago) Buckner within the cast of “Is He Dead?”

A native of Phoenix, Ariz., Laubenstein began acting in second grade.

He played a plate in his class production of “Beauty and the LaubenJosiah Laubenstein Beast.” stein said, “It has since been a long and slippery slope since then. I hope it never stops!” He is not sure what helps him to brave the cold Minnesota winters, he now resides in Minneapolis, Minn., but it might have something to do with his strong Germanic and multicultural heritage as well as his love for all things Minneapolis, besides the weather.

Laubenstein graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in theater and a minor in writing from Concordia University, St. Paul, Minn. This past year he worked as a nanny while writing and performing in various shows to keep his artistic core

Voyageur “Convention Center” Forts Folle Avoine Historical Park’s primary focus is to interpret, for the traveling public, the sights, sounds and history of a reconstructed fur trading post site, documented—via archaeology and historical research – to the years 1802-05. In addition, the critical role of the Ojibwe Indians in the fur trade is interpreted by an authentic Woodland Indian village depicting native life of that era.

The site’s visitors center is also the home for numerous events throughout the year, ranging from weddings to ice cream socials to banquets and several other unique events that use the facilities and provide a variety of experiences for all sorts of visitors.

On the weekend of Nov. 5-7, Forts Folle Avoine will play host to yet another unique event – a convention. A rather odd one at that, as the attendees will all be people involved in living in the past. Scary, eh? Well, let’s say – involved in interpreting the past. By

Interfaith Caregivers 15th-anniversary open house Interfaith Caregivers has been matching volunteers to help elderly and disabled neighbors in Polk County for 15 years.

Come help us celebrate this milestone on Friday, Nov. 5, from 1-4 p.m. in the lower level of the Polk Business Center at 215 Main St., Suite 105, in downtown Balsam Lake. Treats will be provided.

How did Interfaith Caregivers get started? In 1992, the Polk County Aging Department and other county departments formed a Seniors Services Task Force. Its purpose was to find ways to fill the “gaps” in services to Polk County seniors. They researched many options and found a good model called Interfaith Caregivers.

This model coordinates volunteers to provide rides, visits, chores and other nonmedical services for seniors and adults with disabilities. All services are offered at no charge.

The task force created Interfaith Caregivers of Polk County Inc. The program began with a two-year, $25,000 start-up grant from the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation in July 1995. The first pro-

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learning of the skills and social life of the time, even dressing the part, they take on a teaching role for other people interested in those years. Teaching, that is, without a classroom – often these people exhibit their knowledge and skills at rendezvous events held at various places throughout the country.

Many of them have become involved in organizations to further the cause of “living history.” One of these, known as the North American Voyageur Council,

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AmeriCorps member Tammy Berg gram director, Carol Medchill, was hired in December 1995. Her goal was to recruit volunteers to provide services to residents of Polk County.

From its inception, Interfaith Caregivers has functioned as an organization that thrives on collaboration. Support and referrals come from individuals, their families, congregations, nursing homes, hospitals, community organizations and county government agencies.

Karen Krupa, our current program director, was hired in June 2004 for a 20hour-per-week position. Karen has a master’s degree in education with experience in teaching, coaching, computers, youth soccer and school administration.

Her trusted supporter, Kay Foulke, began as a volunteer and soon became our first part-time volunteer coordinator.

Under Karen’s leadership, the Interfaith Caregivers program is in a period of rebirth and growth. The board, director, staff and volunteers have been focusing

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happy. During the summer, Laubenstein took a class in clowning. Among many helpful movement exercises, Laubenstein said, “the course preached two things I find very helpful in regards to the theater: be yourself and don’t be afraid of looking stupid.”

A hardworking and dedicated young man, Laubenstein finds it hard to name a favorite role from his past. He holds himself to such high standards that his favorite and least favorite roles are whatever he is working on or performing currently. He commented, “I appreciate the challenge, but, I’m a bit of a perfectionist and I never feel as though I’ve done enough.” This critical and harsh work ethic has paid off at Festival Theatre with audiences delighted by Chicago’s quick wit and debonair presence in “Is He Dead?”

Danette Olsen, executive director of Festival Theatre said of Laubenstein, “he is a warm, committed, thoughtful performer who is always playing for the team. When he is acting, his charm and grace make him irresistible to audiences.

When he isn’t on stage, he is still so charming and considerate, you just want

him around!” Olsen continued, “ Josiah is consistent, flexible and a delight to work with. I am ecstatic to have him on Festival’s team for two great shows.”

Like most Festival Theatre actors, Laubenstein came onto Festival’s radar at the Twin Cities Unified Theatre Auditions. He was called back to attend a second audition at Festival along with some forty-some additional actors. Laubenstein said “I loved the theatre when I came to callbacks.” He has enjoyed getting to know Festival Theatre’s space and is one of the handful of actors that use the new elbow room for yoga before each show. He has also enjoyed meeting new people here in the St. Croix River Valley.

“People, as much as theater, are my passion,” commented Laubenstein. He went on to say, “Plus small towns have a character that you just can’t find in a city like Minneapolis!”

You can see Laubenstein perform in “A Christmas Carol” which runs Saturday, Nov. 27 through Sunday, Dec. 26. - submitted

will be holding its annual convention/ gathering at Forts Folle Avoine in early November. While there will be the usual sorts of talks about history, much of the program focuses in on details of people’s lives from the fur trade era.

Workshops covering a wide variety of topics will enhance the knowledge of participants and help them “get into the weave” of history.

Talks on Folle Avoine and Ojibwe history will be augmented by sessions on coopering (barrel making), flat reed basket making, weaving cattail mats (using the plant, not the pet!), medical practices ca. 1800, blacksmithing, even a course on handwriting in the 1700s. The presenters have all obtained expertise in their fields by research, but also by the old trial and error method; so they speak from the heart of experience.

The intense, but fun, weekend is meant to give re-enactors skills and inspiration to hone their interests over the winter. Then next summer, many of them will put those skills to use via participating in historic interpretive events

at sites such as Forts Folle Avoine Historical Park. Many of them, for instance, will be on hand for next season’s Yellow River Echoes event held in June, and the rendezvous of late July. Some may even assist with the tours at the site during the summer months.

According to site director Steve Wierschem, “hosting an event like the North American Voyageur Conference is right up our alley; it fits perfectly with the site’s educational program to interpret those years in the fur trade.” Nonmembers are encouraged to take part as well – for more information on registration and fees (covering classes and food) contact the site office Monday-Friday at 715-866-8890.

Hmm, sounds like something even a 324-year-old gnome would find of interest. Humans are rather odd, though – living in the past? Gives a gnome pause, as we’ve never changed all that much, so don’t have much to relearn.

Or do we?

on: • Increasing the number of clients served • Increasing the number of volunteers, donated hours and mileage • Revitalizing and marketing the program • Ensuring financial stability and effective use of program resources During 2009 we provided services to 310 clients with 125 regular volunteers.

This year has been even busier. In the first nine months of 2010, we’ve served 340 clients with 140 volunteers providing 5,668 hours and 66,734 miles to our program. This includes 13,019 miles for cancer treatment rides, 3,830 for dialysis rides, 16,164 for other medical rides, and 31,462 for other local rides. Volunteers use their own vehicles and donate their time and mileage to help their neighbors.

While our services are offered at no cost to our clients, there are costs to operate our program. Typical things like rent, part-time staff, postage, office supplies, volunteer background checks, insurance and other expenses need to be paid.

Our 2010 budget is $96,000. Our funding comes from three main sources each providing a third of our funding: 1) foundations, 2) a combination of churches,

businesses and organizations and 3) individuals. Many of our clients and their families support our work as they are able. Despite the poor economy, our supporters’ generosity continues to amaze us.

All donations are tax deductible. Many of our supporters invest in our program because they want to make a difference in their community.

They want to strengthen our rural lifestyles where neighbors help neighbors. Our clients are strong individuals who want to remain independent as long as possible.

And face it, we are all aging. The number of retired baby boomers is increasing.

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New offi ficcers head Burnett County Historical Society DANBURY - The Burnett County Historical Society elected Chris Moeller and Al Johnson to its top leadership positions at its Thursday, Oct. 14, meeting. Moeller will serve as president and Johnson vice president for the coming year.

Moeller’s selection moved her from her position of vice president to replace outgoing president Dianne Graveson. Graveson chose not to run for re-election, and stepped down after serving many years as the society’s president.

Both Moeller and Johnson are familiar faces on the society’s board of directors

where each has served for three years.

Moeller’s specific historical interests center around the Forts Folle Avoine Historical Park near Danbury. She refers to it as “a unique place where our local history comes alive.” She plans to work as president to increase awareness of the historical park and the resources which it offers, the museum exhibits, the Palmer House Research Library, the Karlsborg one-room schoolhouse, and the blacksmith shop.

Johnson’s interests lie with the fur trade in this area in the early 1800s. As he has pursued those interests he has become an

expert in trade beads, many of which were part of the trading system at the time of the fur trade.

Among the benefits that Moeller brings to her new position are a series of connections to the Arts Wisconsin Board of Directors and to the Arts Burnett County organization. She says that connecting the BCHS with both those organizations helps to promote the arts and culture throughout the county.

Because of his interest in the fur trade, Johnson has constructed and operated an authentic Quebec-style clay oven on the

park grounds. He has also been an active participant in the many re-enactments carried out at the fort each year, most recently portraying Alexander Henry, one of the founding members of the original Beaver Club of Montreal.

Moeller is currently the executive director of the Siren Chamber of Commerce.

Johnson is retired from farming, driving semis, antique store ownership, building maintenance, and almost everything else.

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"Nickel and Dimed" in rehearsal at Festival Theatre

ST. CROIX FALLS - A unique partnership between Festival Theatre and Family Pathways will put a production of “Nickel and Dimed” on stage in mid-November.

This play is based on the New York Times best-seller by the same name, a nonfiction title of investigative journalism by Barbara Ehrenreich that chronicles events from the spring of 1998 through the summer of 2000.

Directed by Jimmy LeDuc and starring Ellen Appel as Barbara, “Nickel and Dimed” will be the first full-length play performed in the newly refurbished street-level performance space. It is an edgy piece of theater, appropriate for high school through adult audiences due to language and subject manner.

“This is a powerful play,” said Danette Olsen, director of Festival Theatre. “It’s distinctive in that it is both funny and serious in asking audiences to think much

more broadly about the dilemma of being a lowwage worker in America.”

The book became common among book clubs throughout the nation and in 2002 it was adapted for the stage by Joan Holden. Director Jimmy LeDuc The Guthrie Theatre was one of the first to produce the play, which ran at the Guthrie Lab in the fall of 2003. It was the first time the play was staged in a region where Ehrenreich had done her research.

To find out how millions of Americans

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make a life working for poverty-level wages, Ehrenreich had to join the working poor.

She moved from Florida to Maine and finally to Minnesota, taking the cheapest lodgings availEllen Appel stars as able and acceptBarbara in “Nickel and ing work as a Dimed” at Festival The- waitress, hotel house atre starting Nov. 11. – maid, cleaner, nursingPhotos submitted home aide, and in retail sales at a superstore. She soon discovered that even the lowliest occupations required exhausting mental and physical efforts and that one job was not enough; you needed at least two if you wanted to live indoors.

Ehrenreich’s experience revealed lowwage America in all its tenacity, anxiety, and surprising generosity, along with a thousand desperate strategies for survival. Her book was instantly acclaimed for its insight, humor and passion.

“One of the most challenging aspects of this script for me, as Barbara, is to keep the flow moving and to remember what location comes next,” said Appel. “The story is constantly in motion, seamlessly flow-

ing from one scene to the next. Are we in Florida or Minnesota? Dinner in Manhattan or cleaning homes in Maine? The story provides a fantastic opportunity to explore the world of low-wage workers and the challenges they face every day.

Just as Barbara had only peripheral knowledge of this world, I am also learning about the working poor in America and what they deal with as our artistic exploration evolves. I may be a bit closer to this world than Barbara, but I am still surprised by some of the situations.”

In addition to Appel, the cast includes Gini Adams, Mary Kay Fortier-Spalding, Caroline Kaiser, Madison Karpan, and Seth Kaltwasser. Costume design is by Ellen Kirk, set design by Steven Kath, and Gina Bonin serves as properties designer and production stage manager.

“Nickel and Dimed” opens with a Thursday matinee at 2 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 11, with 7:30 p.m. shows on Saturday, Nov. 13, and Friday and Saturday, Nov. 19 and 20. There are also two Sunday matinees at 2 p.m. Sundays, Nov. 14 and 21. Seating is limited and tickets are $15 per general admission seat.

Festival Theatre is located in downtown St. Croix Falls, at 210 North Washington St. To reach Festival Theatre by phone, call 715-483-3387 or 888-887-6002. Check the Web site at festivaltheatre.org where tickets are available to order online. – submitted

Nexen Group Inc., Webster, just concluded its 16th United Way Campaign Oct. 21. Employees raised over $24,000 in pledges and raffle sales. The company provided a contribution of $24,000 bringing the grand total to over $48,000. Over the past 16 campaigns, Nexen and its employees have raised over $550,000 in United Way funds.

Most of the funds raised will go to Washburn and Burnett county agencies. Most of the employees live in one of the two counties. Individuals who are interested in United Way fundraisers can contact John Coughlin at 715-377-0203. — Photo submitted

Women Taking Action

Maltee McMahon from Bremer Bank, Menomonie, was the leader of a Women Taking Action session Wednesday, Oct. 13, at Adventures Restaurant, Siren. The session was aimed at women as they decide what they want to be (hopefully a powerful, dynamic woman) and how to maximize their own step-by-step plan to get there. Women Taking Action was started in 2008 by several women employees of Bremer Bank as a networking group for professional women in Polk and Burnett counties. WTA offers networking for women, quarterly seminars to enrich their lives, a chance to highlight their businesses and social, getacquainted events. For more information or to become a part of WTA, contact Kelly Hibbs or Tammy Twedt-Close at Bremer Bank, 715-349-2191. - Photo by Nancy Jappe 524452 10L

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Polk County HCE October news The executive board met on Monday, Oct. 18, at 5 p.m., in the government center at Balsam Lake. Recent events for our area clubs and the board members were discussed, photos shared and future plans reviewed.

Craft Day was held at Our Savior’s Lutheran in Amery on Saturday. Some of the crafts demonstrated and taught were: dried-flower greeting cards, rosemaling and making new cards from old ones. The card made will be sent to the service men and women for them to use.

On Thursday, Oct. 14, at the New Life Community Church in Amery, The Thrifty HCE Club and Kristy Sand hosted the NW District Fall Meeting. They did a great job; fun was had as well as the sharing of good information. Speaker Avalene

Swanson spoke about her time in Brazil and in the afternoon, Phyllis Knutson presented a demonstration talk on basket weaving.

We now have two Polk county HCE members on the district board. Carol Van Heuklom is the new secretary and Kristy Sand, the new membership chair. Congratulations to them.

Rosalie Kittleson of the Polk County Historical Society informed us that they could use some help in the spring getting the building displays in clean condition for the upcoming season in 2011. She asked would our various clubs like to adopt a display room to dust and give a freshening up to the display cases, etc. We will be asking the clubs how they feel about helping.

Program Chair Bev Cree told us what future programs to expect for 2011. They are: The Secret’s Out. You’re a Leader; Creating Age-Friendly Communities; Why Relationships Matter; Current Drug Trends; Nutrition and Fitness Made Simple.

Our Head Start “Bookworm” Readers have started to read in Balsam Lake last Thursday, both in the a.m. and p.m. classes. There are 100 children to read to and each one is given a book. They are really fun books and the children enjoy them. If you would like to read to these delightful children, please contact the Polk County Extension Office for information.

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bers that are 16 or older, we are always happy to welcome new members. HCE is involved in helping the community on many levels and fronts.

The Christmas fair is held at the Unity High School on Saturday, Nov. 6, which is the last day of HCE Week! Join us there, get your flu shot and your blood pressure checked.

Profits from this event are used for youth scholarships and other youth events.

Check out the Web site at www.uwex.edu/ces/cty/polk, and click on the HCE logo. – by Pat Willits, Publicity Chairperson

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Capitol ceremony celebrates 2010-11New Wisconsin Schools of Recognition MADISON – State Superintendent Tony Evers praised Frederic Elementary School and Frederic 7-12 School for being among the 153 schools in the state that received Wisconsin School of Recognition honors for the 2010-11 school year during a special Oct. 18 ceremony at the state Capitol in Madison.

Evers welcomed Ray Draxler, Frederic High School principal, to the recognition event. To be recognized, schools must be among those with the highest poverty rates in the state, have met adequate yearly progress goals under federal education law for the past two years, and have student achievement on state math-

ematics and reading assessments that is higher than schools with similar poverty levels and grade configurations.

“The link between poverty and educational challenge is one these schools are breaking,” Evers said. “The educators and leaders at these schools work in partnership with their communities to provide rigorous programming and attention to student needs that result in academic success. They know how important it is that every child graduate with the knowledge and skills needed for the workforce or further education.”

“Frederic Elementary has a creative staff that is committed to motivating students

Siren High School receives New Wisconsin Schools of Recognition honors

State Superintendent Tony Evers and Frederic High School Principal Ray Draxler at the Wisconsin Schools of Recognition reception on Monday, Oct. 18. – Photo submitted to become lifelong learners. Teamwork, collaboration and the willingness to embrace new strategies contribute to our ability to provide a great education for all of our students. We don’t require the students to be the best, only that they try their best!” said Kelly K. Steen, Frederic Elementary principal. Frederic Elementary has received this award for four consecutive years.

“The Frederic Area 7-12 School staff has emphasized an attitude that all students are capable of learning and every individual, in his/her own way can be successful.

Our goal continues to be to provide op-

Evers welcomed, from (L to R): Joseph Zirngibl, principal; Tony Evers and Jeff Howe, school board president, to the recognition event. – Photo submitted MADISON – State Superintendent Tony Evers praised Siren High School for being among 153 schools, and one of 24 high schools, in the state that received Wisconsin School of Recognition honors for the 2010-11 school year during a special Oct. 18 ceremony at the state Capitol in Madison.

Evers welcomed Joseph Zirngibl, principal; Tony Evers and Jeff Howe, school board president, to the recognition event. To be recognized, schools must be among those with the highest poverty rates in the state, have met adequate

yearly progress goals under federal education law for the past two years, and have student achievement on state mathematics and reading assessments that is higher than schools with similar poverty levels and grade configurations.

“Partnerships among teachers, parents, administrators, school staff members, and the community contribute to the academic success of students in schools that receive this honor,” Evers said. – submitted

portunities and experiences that will allow students to reach their potential and grow into responsible, motivated, and productive adult citizens. It is felt that much can be accomplished when students, citizens in the community, and staff members work together for a common good. The recent performance on state level testing is a strong statement in support of this attitude.” This is the second time the 7-12 school has been recognized as a School of Promise and this year the high school is one of only (24) high schools in the state to be recognized. - submitted

Free advance directives class

ST. CROIX FALLS – Attend a free class on Wednesday, Nov. 3, from 10-11:30 a.m. at St. Croix Regional Medical Center and make your medical care wishes known. Issues surrounding serious illness and death are very complicated and difficult to discuss. They are much easier to cope with when people have an advance directive in place before they’re faced with a serious accident or illness. If they don’t, they may find themselves in a situation in which they’re unable to communicate their wishes regarding the extent of treatment efforts, such as resuscitation and mechanical life-support.

Health-care directives are tools that can help people avoid just that kind of situa-

tion. “A health-care directive tells a doctor what kind of care you would like to have if you become unable to make medical decisions (if you are in a coma, for example),” said Bonnie Prazak, St. Croix Regional Medical Center’s director of social services.

“A good health-care directive describes the kind of treatment you would want depending on how sick you are. For example, the directive would describe what kind of care you want if you have an illness that you are unlikely to recover from, or if you are permanently unconscious. Health-care directives usually tell your doctor that you don’t want certain kinds of treatment.

However, they can also say that you do want a certain treatment no matter how ill you are.”

Health-care directives can take many forms, and include living wills and durable power of attorney for health care. Laws about health-care directives are different in each state. You need to be aware of the laws in your state in order to protect your rights as a patient.

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Change the World concert

Grantsburg

Delia Labatt, Johnnie Moritz and Cassidy Quimby sang solos during the Grantsburg Middle School choir’s performance of the song “Like the Beat of a Drum” as part of the Change the World concert presented on Sunday, Oct. 24, at the Grantsburg High School auditorium.

Photos by Priscilla Bauer

Hannah Rod was the featured soloist during the Grantsburg High School choir’s performance of the song “Change the World” at the choir’s fall concert of the same name held last Sunday, Oct. 24, at the high school auditorium.

The ladies swing choir gave a passionate performance of “Give Us Hope,” by composer Jim Papoulis, during the Change the World concert presented by the Grantsburg choir department on Sunday, Oct. 24. Each year “Give Us Hope” is performed all over the world with Papoulis donating the royalties from his composition to the Foundation for Small Voices, which uses music, literature and art to enrich and empower the lives of children.

The Grantsburg High School choir gave a lively performance of the song “It Takes a Village,” a song born out of the West African adage “It takes a village to raise a child” and adapted by composer Joan Szymko. The song was one of several numbers presented by the choir during their Change the World concert held last Sunday in the high school auditorium.

Carissa Skifstad signed the words as the Grantsburg High School choir performed Frank Ticheli’s “Earth Song” during the choir’s fall concert held Sunday, Oct. 24, in the school’s auditorium.

DNR Forest Ranger Ross Larson talked to Nelson Primary Little Pirate classes about dangers of fire during a Fire Prevention Month presentation on T h u r s d a y, Oct. 21. – Photos by Priscilla Bauer

The seventh- and eighth-grade Swingin’ Sisters group performed “Sing” during the Change the World concert presented on Sunday, Oct. 24, by the Grantsburg choir department.

Smokey Bear visits Nelson School LEFT: Nelson School students Sophia Anderson took turns holding a Smokey Bear doll during a special presentation for Fire Prevention Month at the school on Thursday, Oct. 21. Later that morning, the real Smokey stopped in to visit with students.

RIGHT: Little Pirates Aiden Gordon and Amy Beaulieu were excited to give Smokey Bear big bear hugs during his visit to Nelson Primary School in Alpha on Thursday, Oct. 21.

Macy Moore was no small voice as she sang a solo during the performance by the after-school program choir of the song “No Small Voice” at the Grantsburg choir department’s fall concert held at the high school auditorium on Sunday, Oct. 24.

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Burnett County parks dedicated Merlin E. Stellrecht Memorial Park

What was formerly known as the county park at the narrows on Hwy. 70 east of Siren was dedicated Thursday, Oct. 21, to the late Milton Stellrecht, 30-year Burnett County Board member and its chair for six years. Current county board Chair Don Taylor welcomed visitors to the official unveiling of the new park sign and explained that the day was set aside to honor two Burnett County icons, Stellrecht and Charlie Tollander. “They have done so much for us,” Taylor said. – Photos by Nancy Jappe

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Charles Tollander Memorial Park

Longtime Burnett County Board member Ro Endresen recalled how Charlie Tollander appointed him to the county board. Endresen also said that he had worked with Tollander on the Gandy Dancer Trail. A number of people, in addition to members of Tollander’s family, were on hand for the unveiling of the new park sign Thursday, Oct. 21.

“Milt was a great person who knew a lot and was good at everything,” commented former Burnett County Board Supervisor Merlin Johnson at the dedication of the Milton Stellrecht Memorial County Park Thursday, Oct. 21. Johnson credited Stellrecht for his leadership on a 10county committee and later presidency of the state Soil and Water Conservation Association.

Eunice Tollander, widow of former Burnett County Board of Supervisors Chairman Charlie Tollander, is shown by the sign changing the name of Meenon County Park to Tollander Memorial County Park. “He enjoyed (being on the board),” Eunice said. “He liked helping all kinds of people. It didn’t matter if they were the very lowest or the very highest. He enjoyed working with them.”

Dale Stellrecht (R) and his sister, Marie Bassett, are shown unveiling the sign dedicating the county park at the Clam Lake Narrows on Hwy. 70 east of Siren to the memory of their father, Milton Stellrecht. “My dad and I farmed, logged and fished together. We were really close. I will miss him as long as I live,” Stellrecht said. He had a story to tell about his dad’s love for fly-fishing. “This lake (pointing to Clam Lake) had some big bluegills in it,” Stellrecht said. “When Dad was coming to county board meeting, he stuck a fly rod in the car to stop for fishing after the board meeting.

Members of Charles Tollander’s family, (L to R): Daughter-in-law Vicki, grandson Ross, wife Eunice and son Roger, were on hand for the dedication of the Meenon County Park on Hwy. 35 between Siren and Webster to Tollander’s memory. Current Burnett County Board Chair Don Taylor is shown on the far left. “Charlie served on the county board and was its chair for over 25 years,” Taylor said. “Burnett County wouldn’t be where it is today without Charlie Tollander’s guidance. Those contributions cannot be minimized in any way ... they were tremendous.” “If anybody deserved to be called Mr. Burnett County, it was Charlie Tollander,” commented Merlin Johnson, a fellow board member who has known Tollander since school days in Grantsburg.

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Frederic fall choral concert

2010

The Frederic Middle School concert choir, under the direction of Greg Heine, performed “The Spirit of Adventure” from the movie “UP” at Monday evening’s fall choral concert.

LEFT: The Frederic High School Show Choir performed “Chain of Fools” at Monday’s concert.

RIGHT: Percussionists Bradley Knauber and Daniel Larson during the performance of “Morning Song.”

Photos by Becky Amundson

Soloists at the Frederic fall choral concert included Zach Williamson (photo at left) who had a speaking part during “Will You Be There,” along with Mark Olson, Olivia Schauls, Zane Matz and Hannah Daeffler; Frankie Knuf and Bradley Knauber (middle photo) soloists during “Earth Song” and Isabelle Lexen, who also sang a solo during the performance of “Earth Song.” At right are members of the Frederic High School concert choir.

Grantsburg Elementary Character Week

Grantsburg Elementary School Principal Katie Coppenbarger congratulated GES and Nelson School students on the great job they did learning and practicing the seven anchors of good character during the Friday, Oct. 22, assembly held to celebrate the success of the school’s Character Week. Throughout Character Week students wrote names of classmates on paper anchors when they saw them practicing one of the seven good character anchors – caring, fairness, respect, responsibility, trustworthiness, patriotism and positive attitude. The anchors were placed on a special bulletin board, which was completely filled by the end of the week.

2010

Could a spot on “Dancing with the Stars” be in this couple’s future? Shana Josephson and Mike Moritz decided to show off their dancing talents at the GES Grantsburg Elementary staff performed the “Character Tango” song at Character Week assembly last Friday with an entertaining tango, much to the the Friday, Oct. 22, assembly for GES and Nelson School classes celebrating the successful conclusion of the school’s Character Week. – Photos by delight of the students and staff.

Priscilla Bauer

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A group of 43 area residents boarded a bus at Siren Methodist Church on Saturday, Oct. 9 and returned on the 17th. Driver Jeremy Kuhn of Sheboygan, Mich., said he has been driving for eight years and has been in 48 states. - Photos submitted

On the road again

A mission church in San Antonio.

From Siren to San Antonio

by Millie Erickson Special to the Leader SIREN – A recent nine-day trip from Wisconsin to Texas was all about history.

More than 40 area residents took part in the trip, hosted

by Diamond Tours and coordinated locally by the Siren United Methodist Church.

The daily schedule was all planned out for the group.

The first overnight stay on Saturday was in Carter City, Iowa. Sunday afternoon, the group toured Kansas Museum of History in Topeka, Kan. The evening dinner was at Logan's Roadhouse in Wichita, Kan. The group could have all the peanuts they could eat for free and the shucks were dropped on the floor. Dessert was served in a tiny pail, which contained a brownie with frosting. The pail was ours to keep.

The next overnight stay was in Oklahoma City, Okla.

Monday, the group toured the Kennedy museum in Dallas, Texas. Located in the former Texas Book Depository, the museum offered a variety of exhibits depicting what happened when President Kennedy was shot on Nov. 22, 1963.

Next, the group traveled to San Antonio where they checked into the Hampton Inn about 9 p.m.

Tuesday featured a guided tour of San Antonio with visits to the San Fernando Cathedral, SAS shoe factory and Historical Market Square and River Center Mall. The evening dinner was at River Michelino Restaurant and then they took the river cruise, which was the highlight of the day.

On Wednesday, we toured LBJ State Park and residence in Stonewall, Texas. His home is still an active ranch with beautiful acreage. The afternoon was spent in Fredericksburg, where shops were on both sides of the street. We wanted an ice-cream cone but changed ours minds as the price was $4 for one scoop, so spent time in a cracker shop and tasted their dips.

We toured the Museum of the Pacific War in Fredericksberg and were given a map (maze) to follow. (I could hardly find my way out and it was cold in there.)

They spent the evening at Enchanted Springs Ranch, "Keeping Old West Alive,” enjoyed Texas barbecue and ranch-style entertainment, wagon rides, steers, wild animals, Native American dancing, etc. There were seven tour buses there that evening and the group was told some movies have been shot at this location.

Thursday, I spent with my sister and brother-in-law. We joined the group for supper at Old San Francisco Steakhouse where they also had entertainment. Joanne Gibbs spent Monday and Tuesday with her grandchildren.

Friday, the tour bus started for home. In Fort Worth, the group toured National Cowgirl Museum. Then they headed back to Oklahoma City for the night. In the morning, they drove to see the Capitol building, but being Saturday, the building was not open.

The tour group then was taken to view the memorial built to honor those killed in the Oklahoma City bombing – April 19, 1995, which killed 168 people. It was a very impressive memorial. There was a chair with a name on it for each person killed. One little boy said he wanted the memorial to be a chair so he could come and sit on his mother's lap.

It has all artifical grass, a pond reflects everything around it. The pond has a cement bottom with only 4 inches of water covering it. Only one tree survived.

Only one more overnight stay left in Wichita, Kan., where we toured the Old Cow Town Museum. There were lots of old buildings on display that were used years ago. We arrived back in Siren on Sunday, Oct. 17, at 5:30 p.m.

Shirley Bloom and Donis Taylor were the bus guides.

The group played Bingo several times and had some written games, treats and movies to watch.

The next tour is May 10 – 18, 2011, to Boston, Mass. Call Shirley for information, 715-349-2514.

LBJ’s gravesite and family plot at his still-active ranch in Stonewall, Texas.

The Oklahoma State Capitol in Oklahoma City.

The memorial chairs at the Oklahoma City National Memorial and Museum. At right is the reflecting pond.

The JFK museum is on the sixth floor of the former Texas Book Depository.

There is an actual X painted on the road to indicate the spot President Kennedy’s car was located when he was shot.

Cruises take visitors through downtown San Antonio.

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I began this article with the date. I looked at it and looked at it and still didn't believe what I was seeing. How could this article be for this issue? That would mean, Halloween is just days away and the next day the "wish lists" for Christmas for Kids will be out at the Government Center and just 20 days later the lists have to be in and then Thanksgiving will be here and then . . .

How can this be? How can we be just steps away from 2011? How could I have missed 2010? I must have been there, I have checks written to the grocery store, so I know we ate in 2010. I have a new granddaughter-in-law, and I know they were married in 2010. There were so many milestones, but they seem to have gone the way of the leaves in the yard. The time has just blown away.

It is kind of scary when you have to look in your calendar to see what happened during the year. Am I that forgetful or is the time just passing me by too fast? Next year (the one that is just about 10 weeks away) I am not going to plan things. I am not going to let life pass with a calendar full of things to do and no fun time. I am going to have fun time next year. Last year I called it "Me Time" and it never seemed to happen. I read the ladies magazines and I see you are suppose to find a little place where you can just sit and meditate or ponder Meditate! If I sit still more than two minutes I am asleep.

Speaking of sleep, I don't know how many times I have sat at this keyboard and found I had typed a million xxxxxx because I have fallen asleep. I find I fall asleep almost anywhere. After dinner it

Caregivers

Gifts

Barb Blodgett is our habit that Denny and his dad clear the table and I wash the pots and pans. Often Denny will have to wake me while I am asleep with my head hanging on the back of the chair and my mouth hanging open and the dogs looking at me like I will never feed them again. They eat after we do and they know when it is time. My little one knows when it is 10 minutes to nine. I swear it. Well, I don't swear very often, but it is true every night no matter what is happening at 8:50 p.m. she starts to bark and run toward the bedroom. Like clockwork we can expect it. I catch Denny watching the clock just to see if she will start again. She never misses.

She is the one who has seizures and the little neurons in her head that don't hit just right know enough to hit just right at 10 minutes to nine. I wonder how she does that when daylight saving time changes. I'll report when and if it goes on at the right time. Naw, couldn't happen, could it?

Now, happenings. We had just that, a happening. On Saturday, Oct. 10, we had 12 men from all over Minnesota and Wisconsin show up to cut up the three semi loads of wood we had in our yard. At 11 a.m. they took a break, and I fed them cinnamon rolls and cookies.

While they were filling themselves with

sugar, they presented Denny with a new saw. Ben and I decided to buy him a new saw and they brought it along. I did not know when they gave it to him that Ben and I were not paying for it.

The men had decided to give it to a man who deserves it because of his dedication to the Heat a Home program. You would not have believed the smile on Denny's face. He says it cuts like a hot knife through butter. Not understanding woodman's language I assume that means it is a good saw.

After they finished here, we went to the neighbors where Interfaith ladies had put together a lunch. Actually, the lady of the house put the lunch together and we just helped where we could.

The men filled themselves with food while I worried about the hardwood floors and what the boots the guys wore might be doing to them. When they finished they went out and cut up the wood that was waiting for someone to have time to do it. What a great surprise. Some of these men had five or six hours to drive home after a full day of cutting wood. You could not ask for better people. I get a warm fuzzy feeling just knowing there are people like that who give so much of themselves and ask nothing in return.

On to other things. The wish lists for Christmas for Kids will be available at the Government Center on Nov. 1. They must be postmarked by Saturday, Nov. 20, to be considered. The distribution of toys will be Dec. 10 - 11 at the Webster Fire Hall. I know these dates are inconvenient for some, but it is the best we could do under the circumstances.

Maybe it will put people in the mood for Christmas early. As you all know we are getting the deluge of Christmas catalogs already. Pretty soon they are going to begin putting them out right after the Fourth of July. I remember the Sears Wish Book. I poured over every single page of that until you could hardly read it. As I grew older it was the Neiman Marcus book that always got my attention. You could buy a space capsule for only $3 million or something as silly. Oh, and you could book passage to the next lunar landing.

I never bought anything from that catalog because they never had anything for less than $1,000. Not exactly in my price range. Now in department stores we hear "Winter Wonderland" and it isn't even Halloween. Back to my point.

Christmas for Kids comes early this year. We need donations early, so get in the spirit early. Very early, like, tomorrow or even today. Think, Christmas and children and donation, donation, donation.

Time to go. Please don't burn your dry leaves when it is windy. Grass fires can get away so easily. You might think you have control and suddenly you don't. I care about the people who spend their spare (?) time reading my (drivel) column every now and then, and I don't want anything to happen to any of them.

Until next time.

Blessings, Barb

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WEDNESDAY LUNCH Chicken patty, smile fries OR beef taco salad.

LUNCH Salisbury steak, mashed potatoes, creamed corn OR Oriental salad.

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LUNCH Rib tickler, potato wedges, baked beans, sliced pears, apples, oranges, bread basket.

LUNCH Chicken fajitas w/fixings, baked rice, sliced carrots, mandarin oranges, apples, oranges, bread basket.

LUNCH Ham & cheese stacker, buttered noodles, corn, sliced peaches, apples, oranges, bread basket.

LUNCH Spaghetti w/meat sauce, garlic toast, lettuce salad, steamed broccoli, mixed fruit, apples, oranges, bread basket.

LUNCH French toast, omelet, sausage, hash browns, juice, apples, oranges, bread basket.

BREAKFAST Cereal/waffles.

LUNCH Cheese or sausage pizza, rice, green beans, fruit sauce. Alt.: Chicken patty, 7-12.

BREAKFAST Cereal/breakfast pizza.

LUNCH Pizza pasta bake, French bread stick, winter mix, fruit sauce. Alt.: Hot dog, 7-12.

BREAKFAST Cereal/donut.

LUNCH Cardinal burger, curly fries, corn, fresh fruit. Alt.: Chicken patty, 7-12.

BREAKFAST Cereal/pancakes.

LUNCH Nachos supreme, tortilla chips, peas, fruit sauce. Alt.: Pizza, 7-12.

BREAKFAST Cereal/cinnamon roll.

LUNCH Chicken nuggets, macaroni and cheese, broccoli, fresh fruit. Alt.: Hamburger, 7-12.

Sweet roll.

BREAKFAST

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BREAKFAST Assorted cereal and toast, juice and milk.

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Alt.: Cook’s choice.

BREAKFAST Oatmeal with toppings.

LUNCH California burger, potato salad, green beans, applesauce. Alt.: Hot ham & cheese w/broccoli cheese soup.

BREAKFAST Scrambled eggs, sausage & toast.

LUNCH Taco salad, fixings, steamed peas, pineapple, cinnamon rolls.

BREAKFAST Breakfast pizza.

LUNCH Pizza dippers w/marinara sauce, lettuce salad, corn, fruit juice bar. Alt.: Spicy chicken patty, potato wedges.

BREAKFAST French toast sticks.

LUNCH Chicken stir-fry, steamed rice, carrots, pears. Alt.: Hamburger, baked potato soup.

BREAKFAST Pretzel with cheese.

LUNCH Mini corn dogs, tater tots, baked beans, peaches. Alt.: Turkey croissant, tater tots.

BREAKFAST

BREAKFAST Breakfast pizza.

LUNCH Potato bowl (popcorn chicken, mashed potatoes, gravy & corn).

BREAKFAST Breakfast bites.

LUNCH Mozzarella pizza sticks with sauce and green beans.

BREAKFAST Egg/ham combo.

LUNCH Hamburger and fries.

BREAKFAST Cinnamon rolls.

LUNCH Barbecue pork sandwich and mixed vegetables.

LUNCH Sub sandwich, lettuce, sliced tomatoes, peaches.

LUNCH Cook’s choice OR grilled cheese, tomato soup, salad, applesauce.

LUNCH Hot dog, bun, sweet potato fries, green beans, mandarin oranges.

LUNCH French bread pizza, fresh veggies, fresh fruit, Shape-up.

Waffles.

LUNCH Mini corn dogs and parsley potatoes.

LUNCH Chili with cheese topping, cornmeal muffin and honey butter, salad, pears.

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Farmers market update – the end of the season

NORTHWEST WISCONSIN – Oct. 30 marks the last day of the 2010 season for the Frederic and the Burnett County farmers markets. Pick out the perfect pumpkin for carving a spooky jack-o’-lantern or for including in your fall recipe. Squash and other gourds are also available. Sunny, yellow spaghetti squash is a favorite at my house. The squash pulp comes out in long strands looking a lot like noodles. Some substitute spaghetti squash for pasta and top it with a tomato and meat sauce. In this recipe, the squash is tossed with tomatoes, onions, cheese and olives. Feel free to add any vegetables you like with the tomatoes. This dish is even better warmed up the next day.

Spaghetti Squash with Tomato and Feta 1 spaghetti squash 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 1 onion, chopped 1 clove garlic, minced 1-1/2 cups tomatoes, chopped 3/4 cup crumbled feta cheese 3 tablespoons sliced black olives or kalamata olives Pierce your squash and cook it whole in the microwave for 15 or so minutes. (Make sure you pierce the squash many times or it will explode; what a mess that would be.) It is done when the squash feels soft. Cut in half and allow to cool enough to handle. Pick out the seeds and scrape the squash lengthwise with a fork to separate the strands. Place in a medium dish and keep warm.

Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté the onion until tender. Add garlic and cook for two minutes.

Stir in tomatoes and cook until tomatoes are just warm.

Toss the spaghetti squash strands with the sautéed vegetables, feta cheese and olives. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve warm.

Last week the Burnett County Farmers Market vendors held their fall meeting to review the successes of the 2010

The Frederic and the Burnett County farmers markets say thank you to all the wonderful customers who visited the markets this year. They will see you next summer. – Photo submitted season: the opening of the Alpha Market and increased number of customers, and the challenges: the cool spring weather and coping with the huge amounts of rain during the summer. No complaints were heard about the lovely October enjoyed. Kevin Schoessow, the agricultural development educator from the Spooner UW-Extension Agency, presented information on organic farming practices and certification, the upcoming “Pickle Bill” hearings and a high tunnel webinar series. The Pickle Bill will create exemptions for home-canned products for sale at farmers markets and other venues. Ashland and Spooner will be hosting hearings concerning the ramifications of this bill during the second week in November. Farmers interested in expanding their growing seasons are exploring the use of high tunnels or hoop houses. These unheated, covered structures are constructed in the field to protect the crop from weather. An advanced level, season extension and high tunnel webinar series, will be offered beginning in November. The

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Pete Forster benefit

Pete Forster poses with Adele Ruprecht who was the winner of the Ducks Unlimited Browning collector’s shotgun during the benefit on Sunday.

Pete Forster gives a hand by helping out with baby Josie JonesJohnson during the benefit. Forster was injured on June 15, 2010, when his sewer truck lost its hold on an incline and he was caught under the rolling truck. The accident resulted in the amputation of his left arm, the removal of his spleen, nine broken ribs, a fractured vertebra and skin injuries from being dragged by the truck.

Volunteers Brittany (Forster) Bosak and Adele Ruprecht were very busy organizing the silent auction items for the benefit held at the Balsam Lake Rod and Gun Club on Sunday, Oct. 24, where approximately 400 friends and family attended.

Irene (Forster) Wheeler and Julie Jones from JJ Arena pose with the blue denim quilt Irene made for the live auction by Gary Hines.

Avery Flaherty smiles proudly as he poses with his Bingo winnings. – Photos by Lonnie Lovick

Pictured is Wendy Keiwe, holding the autographed Green Bay Packer football that she won at the benefit for Forster on Sunday, Oct. 24, at the Balsam Lake Rod and Gun Club.

Boo bash benefit for Benett LEFT AND BELOW - More than 400 people attended the benefit for Benett Ulmaniec held Sat. Oct. 23 at the Cushing Community Center. Ulmaniec was a healthy 16-month-old until mid-September, when he came down with pneumonia and then had a severe asthma attack. He was airlifted to St. Paul Children’s Hospital, where a tear was found in his trachea.

Two weeks after being admitted and put on a ventilator, he was finally able to breathe on his own.

There still is a long road ahead of this tough little guy. The tear is still there, healing. He also faces physical therapy to help regain the muscle that he lost from prolonged immobilization.

The Ulmaniec family: Jim, Brady, Blake, Jenny and Benett. Donations may still be sent to the following: Benett Ulmaniec Benefit, C/O Bone Lake Lutheran Church, 1101 255th Ave., Luck, WI 54853. — Photos submitted

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CHURCH NEWS Perspectives Sally Bair

Horns of strength

The diversity with which God has fashioned some critters for defense is amazing. Texas longhorns, for instance, have formidable-looking horns. So do the males of deer, elk, moose and caribou—animals that grow a new set of antlers every year. Other species— both wild and domestic cattle, buffalo, sheep and goats—also display varying sizes and shapes of horns.

Antlers and horns, used by these animals to defend themselves and their territory, are graceful, beautiful and strong. Viewing a male caribou in the wild with his huge, curved, many-pronged antlers is an unforgettable experience.

The Bible refers to a horn as strength. God has given us the physical strength we need from our first day on earth. We use it every day—in our efforts to do what we must in order to live, even in our breathing. And, like animals with horns or antlers, we use our strength to defend ourselves. Think of the times we unconsciously recoil, shield ourselves, or fight against an angry fist, a falling object, or a mere house mouse.

The Bible says our strength comes from the Lord.

But life’s problems can weaken us, as they did for King David when his enemies afflicted him. “I am like a melancholy pelican or vulture … a desolate owl of the waste places … I have eaten the ashes in which I sat as if they were bread and have mingled my drink with weeping … I am withered like grass.” (Psalm 102:6-11 in part, Amplified version) Yet David held onto his faith in God, invariably following his complaints with praise and the assurance that God, indeed, gave him strength. Psalm 92:9-10 says: “… for behold, your enemies shall perish; all the evildoers shall be scattered. But my horn (emblem of strength and stately grace) you have exalted like that of a wild ox …”

Whether we’re as fit as a wrestler, sitting in a wheelchair, or wrapped in despair and depression, we can know that God’s strength will give us victory. His horn of strength will become ours when we accept and use it—even in the seemingly small task of praying for the defense of someone in trouble. “Whoever renders service, (let him do it) as with the strength which God furnishes abundantly, so that in all things God may be glorified through Jesus Christ (the Messiah).” (1 Peter 4:11) Lord, help us to use the abundant moral and spiritual horn of strength you give us, for your glory and in defense of your name and your word. For Jesus’ sake, amen.

(Mrs. Bair may be reached at sallybair@gmail.com.

Would you take in a stranger for Christmas?

ST. CROIX FALLS - Have you ever asked yourself this question? How would you rearrange your Christmas to accommodate a stranger? Members of the First Presbyterian Church, 719 Nevada St. in St. Croix Falls, will present Carol Lynn Pearson’s play, “A Stranger for Christmas.” A fable for the holidays of two age-challenged ladies … and one divine surprise.

Kick off your holiday season by attending one of these thought-provoking, warmhearted performances to be held on Friday, Nov. 12, at 7 p.m., and Saturday, Nov. 13, at 2 p.m. The cost is $5 and tickets will be available at the door, or by calling 715-483-3550 to reserve them.

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American Red Cross CPR SCRMC offering grief and loss support group for the professional ST. CROIX FALLS - St. Croix Regional Medical Center is rescuer/health-care offering a free, six-session grief and loss support group for persons who have experienced the loss of a loved one in death. “This program is designed to create a setting in provider course which those in attendance can help one another,” says the BALSAM LAKE – The CPR course for the professional rescuer/health-care provider will be held Thursday, Nov. 11, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. at the Polk County Red Cross Office located in Balsam Lake.

This course is designed for individuals delivering health care and/or assuring public safety. The CPR/PR course teaches adult, child, infant CPR/AED and one and two-person rescuer CPR. It will also include proper use of pocket masks and bag-valve masks. Preregistration is requested.

To register call Terry Anderson at 715-485-3025 or you can register online at www.scvarc.org/training Classes may be canceled due to insufficient enrollment.

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Serving brunch from 10:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. at Grace Lutheran Menu: Scrambled eggs, French Toast Bake, Pork Sausage Links, Black Forest Smoked Sausage, Rye Bread And Cheese, Fruit Cup, Assorted Bars, Milk, Juice, Coffee.

Freewill Offering • Proceeds to Support Church and Community Mission Supplemental funding may be applied for from Thrivent Financial for Lutherans.

group’s organizer and facilitator, Bonnie Prazak, BSW. “It will be a time of learning and sharing.” The first four sessions are: Monday, Nov. 1 – Embracing Change Monday, Nov. 8 – Celebrating Memories Monday, Nov. 15 – Special Occasions and Holidays Monday, Nov. 22 – Moving on with Hope Sessions will be held Mondays from 4-5:30 p.m., in the Riverbend Conference Center in the lower level of the hospital building at St. Croix Regional Medical Center in St. Croix Falls.

“We hope this time fits into your schedule,” says Prazak, “and we do encourage you to attend each week in order to feel some continuity in your group.

There is no cost to attend, but they do want you to register in advance. To register or for more information, contact Prazak at 715-483-0272 or by e-mail at bonnie.prazak@scrmc.org - from SCRMC

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Service of Remembrance for children who have died CENTURIA – North Valley Lutheran Church is hosting the fourth-annual Children’s Remembrance Service in memory of children who have died, on Sunday, Nov. 7, 3 p.m. North Valley’s address is 1988 – 220th Ave., Centuria, two miles west of Milltown on CTH G. The service is for parents, sisters, brothers, relatives and friends. The featured speaker is Craig Miles, who will walk people through the journey of grief. His son, Mark, died at the age of 18. A time of refreshment and fellowship will be held after the service.

When you experience the death of a child, your world is never the same, even though the rest of the world seems to continue on in the same fashion. This is an opportunity for those who have had a child die to come together in a mutual bond and remember and celebrate the life of that child.

It is also an opportunity to hear in a worship setting the word of promise and hope from the Lord in the midst of loss. Those attending are welcome to bring a flower in memory of their loved one to be added to a bouquet of remembrance. Candles will also be lit in their honor and memory. - submitted

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OBITUARIES

Verne Glenn Doolittle

Roy Antonio Christianson

James T. Lehmann

Verne Glenn Doolittle, 68, Cushing, died Wednesday, Oct. 20, 2010, at Regions Hospital in St. Paul, Minn.

Verne was born Nov. 5, 1941, in Eureka, the son of Glenn and Florence (Vadner) Doolittle.

Verne graduated from St. Croix Falls High School in 1961. He married Patricia Paquette from Grantsburg in 1963. This marriage of 37 years was blessed with six children and eight grandchildren.

Verne and Pat bought the Sportsman’s Bar in Cushing. Together with their family, they owned and operated this for many years.

The next opportunity Verne and family had to serve the community came with the purchase of the local grocery store in 1986. He turned this into one of the most wellknown meat markets/grocery stores in the area.

For years, Verne was a proud member of the Cushing Commercial Club and Cushing Sportsman’s Club. He was instrumental in the implementation of the town’s sewer system, supportive of all the community events including the annual venison feed, Cushing Ballpark, and Cushing Fun Days celebration.

In 1968, Verne was one of the eight founding members of Meadowview Camp in Grantsburg. In 1975, he was one of the original fishermen and is a founding committee member, which is now known as the Al Peer Memorial Bass Fishing Tournament. Bowling was another one of Verne’s hobbies that he shared with many friends.

In May of 2003, Verne married Betty Johnson. Along with the marriage, Verne inherited four stepchildren, 11 step-grandchildren, nine step-great-grandchildren, with one on the way.

Verne loved to spend hours in his garage doing woodworking projects, building cabinets and log furniture. He enjoyed his time with Betty outside in their yard and large garden. Most of this time was spent mowing around countless rocks, logs, flower gardens and endless gnomes. They enjoyed watching birds, especially with the elaborate display of bird houses setup by the lake.

Everyone that knew Verne, also knew he was a huge Packer fan. Verne and Betty would never miss a Packer game on TV – ever.

Funeral service was held Sunday, Oct. 24, at the Luck Lutheran Church. Pastor Mike Weaver of Wolf Creek United Methodist Church officiated the service. Music was provided by Lisa Weaver, vocalist, and Dorene Hendrickson, organist.

Verne was laid to rest at the Cushing Cemetery following the service. Casket bearers were John Ruck, Elliott Paulsen, Carl Hetfeld, Stan Peer, Don Anderson and Cass Nielsen.

Verne is survivied by wife, Betty Doolittle; children, Jeff Doolittle, Brenda Doolittle (Jim), Brian (Michelle) Doolittle, Jason (Terri) Doolittle, Matt Doolittle and Kristina Doolittle; stepchildren, Calvin (Karen) Johnson, Valerie Lindahl, Gordy (Janelle) Johnson and Wendy (Wade) Sommer; many grandchildren, step-grandchildren and step-great-grandchildren; siblings, Lee (Sharon) Doolittle, Bonnie (Frank) Mevissen, Jim McCurdy and Tammy Harrison (Greg); his beloved friend, Missy; many nieces, nephews, cousins and other family and friends.

Verne was preceded in death by his parents; and his first wife, Patricia.

In lieu of flowers, memorials preferred.

For updated information or to express online condolences, please visit www.kolstadfamilyfuneralhome.com.

Kolstad Family Funeral Home of Centuria has been entrusted with arrangements.

Roy Antonio Christianson, 24, Hudson, formerly of Grantsburg, died suddenly Tuesday, Oct. 19, 2010.

He was born April 3, 1986, in St. Croix Falls to parents Ritchie and Margarita Christianson.

He attended grade school and high school in Grantsburg and graduated in 2004. He was released from high school half a semester early to attend farrier school in Ramsey, Minn. He was very proud of that and used his horseshoeing skills to help pay for college. Roy was accustomed to hard work; his first job was haying for Kevin Peterson. After he received his driver’s license, he was able to work for Bert Stites and at the Burnett Dairy cheese factory. His early jobs helped prepare him to complete a Bachelor of Science in geology at UW-River Falls. In September 2009, Roy landed a job with Bay West of St. Paul, Minn., as a geologist.

Roy was excited about his new apartment and paying off his bills. He loved the outdoors and traveled whenever he got the chance. Roy was a strong man; he made thing with his hands and was very artistic.

He is survived by his loving mother, father and sister.

Funeral services were Saturday, Oct. 23, at Siren Assembly of God Church in Siren with Pastor Andrew Bollant officiating. Music was provided by Craig, Delayne and Aimie Jorgenson. Interment followed at St. Olaf Cemetery in Anderson Township. Casket bearers were Jason Selander, James Rivera, John Rivera, Pat Halacy, John Erickson, Brett Mulhern, Bert Stites and Jory Fleshauer.

The Swedberg-Taylor Family Funeral Homes, Siren Chapel, was entrusted with arrangements.

James T. Lehmann, 80, Cushing, died Oct. 19, 2010, at Good Samaritan Center in St. Croix Falls.

He was born Feb. 8, 1930, in St. Paul, Minn., to Otto and Mathilda (Thoele) Lehmann. Jim graduated from Johnson High School in 1948 and attended the University of Minnesota. He served in the U.S. Air Force in Korea for two years.

He was married in St. Paul, Minn., on Nov. 13, 1954, to Anna Louise Paulson. They lived in White Bear Lake, Minn., and he worked in the printed circuit board industry for many years where he was instrumental in obtaining 128 patents. Jim and Louise moved to the Cushing area in 1971 and they farmed for several years. He also continued working in the Twin Cities.

He enjoyed many outdoor activities including fishing and camping.

He is survived by his wife, Louise, Cushing; sons Karl (Patti) Lehmann, St. Croix Falls, and Douglas (Shiela) Lehmann, Cushing; daughters Linda Lehmann, Luck, and Luanne Paulson, Cushing; grandchildren Jonathan, Paul, Kristine, Kirk, Justine, Alyssa, Jesse and Maia; and sisters Joyce (Harold) Clark of California and Lillian (Lloyd) Widmayer of Minnesota.

Memorial services will be held at 1 p.m., Friday, Oct. 29, at Northern Wisconsin Veterans Memorial Cemetery, Spooner, with the Rev. Annie Tricker officiating. Military honors will be accorded by Wisconsin Military Honors Team.

The Skinner Funeral Home, Cumberland, was entrusted with arrangements.

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Edwin Harlem Patterson Edwin Harlem Patterson, 85, Centuria, died Oct. 21, 2010.

Edwin was born in Fairy Glenn, Saskatchewan, Canada, on Nov. 16, 1924, to Stanley and Sarah Patterson. He relocated back to Wisconsin in 1931.

He married Leona Marie Freer on Nov. 8, 1943.

Edwin was preceded in death by his son, Gerald and sister, Nora.

He is survived by his wife, Leona; brothers, Ben (Joyce) and Carl (Pat); sisters, Joyce Wright, Vi (Chris) Christof, Hazel (Joe) Wilcox, MaryAnn (Guy) Fox, June Reeves and Sarah (Mike) Brann; children, Judy M. Tourville (Robert) of Centuria, Faye A. Tourville (Rich) of Mesquite, Nev., Daniel B. (Dolores) of Centuria, Gregory G. (Kim) of Amery and Carmen A. Patterson of Centuria; daughter-in-law, Patricia Kramer; 15 grandchildren and 30 great-grandchildren.

Funeral services were held Monday, Oct. 25, at Fristad Lutheran Church, Centuria. Private interment will be held at a later date at Fristad Cemetery.

The St. Croix Valley Funeral Home and Polk County Cremation Society of St. Croix Falls was entrusted with arrangements.

Reinata Anderson Reinata Anderson, 68, Grantsburg, died Oct. 24, 2010, at the Burnett Medical Center in Grantsburg, after a long battle with cancer. She will be greatly missed by her family and friends.

Reinata is survived by her husband, Larry Anderson; children, Donna Hartfield, Alan (Glenda) Anderson and Kathleen (Jeff) Halverson; grandchildren, Robert, Dean, Brock, Jocelyn and Zachary; several brothers, sisters and other relatives and friends.

A memorial service will be held on Saturday, Oct. 30, 2 p.m., at the Edling Funeral Home, Grantsburg.

Online condolences can be made at www.edlingfuneralhome.com.

The Edling Funeral Home of Grantsburg was entrusted with arrangements.

Evelyn Jorgenson Evelyn Jorgenson, 89, formerly of rural Luck, died Friday, Oct. 22, 2010, at Comforts of Home in St. Croix Falls.

She is survived by her sister, Carol Peterson; brothers, Earl and Noble Hanson; many nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be held at the Rowe Funeral Home in Luck on Wednesday, Oct. 27, from 4-7 p.m.

Burial will take place on Thursday, Oct. 28, at Haustrup Cemetery at 10 a.m. This will be followed by a funeral service at the Rowe Funeral Home in Luck beginning at 10:30 a.m.

As information is updated it can be found on the following Web site: www.rowefh.com or call Bruce Rowe at 715-472-2444.

Rowe Funeral Home of Luck has been entrusted with funeral arrangements.

Essie Doty Eibs Essie Doty Eibs, 108, died Oct. 21, 2010, at Comforts of Home, St. Croix Falls.

She was born Aug. 26, 1902, near Cushing, to Alfred and Pearl Doty. Essie lived her whole life in Polk County.

Essie had two careers, as head cook at the St. Croix Falls Schools and after she retired she worked as a librarian at the St. Croix Falls Library until she retired at the age of 90.

Essie spent the last seven years of her life at Comforts of Home, St. Croix Falls, where she received compassionate care until her death.

Essie was preceded in death by her parents; sister, Alice Olson; brother, Erving Doty Sr.; three infant sisters; and one infant daughter.

She is survived by her children, AdaBelle Otto, Emmie (Douglas) Ingram and Erling (Marilyn) Eibs; grandchildren, Cheri Bernd, Jeanne (Mark) Edwards, Bobbi (Dan) Beherg, Michael (Patricia) Ingram, Jeffrey (Carol) Ingram, Michelle (Dale) Setterholm and Joseph (Kim) Ingram; eight grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.

A memorial service will be held on Saturday, Oct. 30, 11 a.m., at the United Methodist Church, St. Croix Falls.

Online condolences may be made at www.edlingfuneralhome.com.

The Edling Funeral Home of St. Croix Falls was entrusted with arrangements.

Florence Elaine Hoffman Florence Elaine Hoffman, 78, Rice Lake, died Sunday, Oct. 24, 2010, at St. Joseph’s Hospital, Marshfield.

Florence was born Oct. 7, 1932, to Ingebret and Laura Stafne. Florence was the youngest of 10 children, including five half brothers, three half sisters and one full brother.

During her childhood, Florence was preceded in death by her mother, and at the age of 13 went to live with her sister Margaret and husband Fred Hoffman in Centuria, where she met and later married Fred’s younger brother, Kyle, in 1950. Kyle and Florence lived in Polk County before moving to Poskin, where they owned and operated The Coach Bar from 1970 to 1975. Florence proudly earned her GED as an adult, then worked as a secretary for Impact Seven in Turtle Lake for 12 years. She then went on to work for the Barron County Housing Authority, managing Park Lawn Apartments in Barron and the Prairie Farm Housing Authority, working for another 25 years, retiring two different times.

Florence was an active member of the Paul Revere Homemakers HCE Club for nearly 50 years, serving on the executive board and center chairman and a member of the Red Hat Society. She read to children through the Book Worm project, volunteered with Daybreak program and loved to cook and bake..

Florence was preceded in death by her husband, Kyle; and grandson, Austin Ricci; She is survived by her children; Steve (Mary) Hoffman, Cameron; Laura (Harold deceased) Sackett-Hoffman, Lucerne Valley, Calif., Betty (Roger) Teschler, Rice Lake, Melody (Mark) Ricci, Cumberland; 14 grandchildren; five great-grandchildren and one surviving brother, Soren Hansen, Luck.

Visitation will be held on Friday, Oct. 29, 2010, at Rausch and Steel Funeral Home, Barron, at 11 a.m., with a service at 1 p.m. Interment will follow at Bone Lake Cemetery in Polk County.

Rausch and Steel Funeral Home, Barron, was entrusted with arrangements.

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Joseph David (Joe) Delmont Joseph David (Joe) Delmont, 52, Dairyland, died Wednesday, Oct. 20, 2010.

He was born Sept. 25, 1958, in Columbus, Kan., to Ralph and Annarita (York) Delmont.

He was born a farmer. He attended Greenlawn Elementary and Columbus High School in Kansas, where he excelled in wrestling.

In 1978, he went north to Minnesota hunting were he met Lydia Buhler. They were married July 29, 1979. They moved to Dairyland in July of 1979 where they continued to farm. He was a volunteer fire fighter and a past fire chief for Dairyland, as he believed that this selfless program was the backbone of a community. He was a first responder, and on the cemetery board.

In 2000, Joe and Lydia retired from farming and began a new career as insurance adjusters for Pilot. For the past years they have been criss-crossing the country together.

He was preceded in death by his father, Ralph; his sister, Mary; his brother, Jim; his mother-in-law, Mabel; and many other loved ones.

He is survived by his wife, Lydia; daughters and their husbands, Becky and Cory Gresham, Jessica and Bill Estridge, Jenny and Jay Bass; grandchildren, Camryn Mae, Lanie Mabel, William Joseph, Anna Elizabeth, Katelynd Marie and Alex Martin; mother, Annarita; sister, Mary’s family; brother, Billy and family; brother, Bobby and family; sister, Martha and family; brother, Jim’s (Tootise) family; sister, Johanna and family; sister, Margaret and family; brother, Eddie and family; brother, Danny and family; father-in-law, Bill Buhler; sister-in-law, Penny Bass; brother-in-law, Mike Buhler; plus many nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews, his family at Pilot and also all of his friends and neighbors that are in abundance.

Services will be held at the Woodland Wesleyan Church in rural Danbury on Friday, Oct. 29, at 11 a.m. There will be a small service at Riverhill Cemetery in Dairyland and the luncheon will be at the Dairyland Town Hall following the services.

Instead of a flower donation, a donation in Joe’s name to the Dairyland Volunteer Fire Department or the Dairyland Volunteer First Responders is suggested.

OBITUARIES James Ned Trigg

Donald C. Hoffman

James Trigg, 75, Webster, died Tuesday, Oct. 19, 2010, after a long illness.

Jim was born in rural Knox, Ind., March 7, 1935, the son of William S. and Anna Louise Borchardt-Trigg. He graduated from Knox High School and completed two years at Indiana University. He worked for Standard Oil Co., managed the Hedde Ready Mix Plant and was a sales representative for Maibens Laundry and Refuse Co. Most recently, Jim operated the greenhouse at Timberland Gifts and Goods in Siren, and retired in 2001 from the Farmers Exchange Insurance Service.

He enjoyed nature and was an avid bird-watcher. He was passionate about American history and was writing a book about Miami Indians at the time of his death. He was trustee of Allen Township in Miami County for nine years, was a member of the Miami County 4-H Council for 10 years, was a Troop 1 scoutmaster in Peru, Ind., for three years, served on the Olive Branch Church of God Board and was on the North Miami School Board in Denver, Ind., for several years. In his free time, Jim took time to travel.

In 1956, Jim married Joann Marlene Taylor who preceded him in death.

He is survived by his wife, Judith Radel-Trigg; his children, Cindy (Tony) Bartlett, Susan Trigg, Jamie (Karen) Trigg, Jon (Melodie) Trigg and Sandy (Marcus) Strawhorn; his brother, Robert (Gerry) Trigg; and sister, Rosie Eichelberg; stepchildren, Jeb (Dawn) Radel and Chad (Sue) Radel; 14 grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren.

Memorial service will be held Tuesday, Oct. 26, at Olive Branch Church of God in Roann, Ind. In lieu of flowers memorials are preferred to the American Heart Association or local children’s charity. Online condolences can be made at www.swedberg-taylor.com.

The Swedberg-Taylor Funeral Home, Webster, was entrusted with local arrangements.

Donald C. Hoffman, 77, Amery, died Monday, Oct. 18, 2010, at the Willow Ridge Heath Care Center in Amery.

Don was born at Hoffman’s Corners, near White Bear Lake, Minn., on Jan. 29, 1933. He attended grade school and high school in White Bear Lake, Minn. He entered the U.S. Air Force and was an electronics and radio technical instructor.

He served in the Korean War as a radio operator and forward air controller.

After his honorable discharge, he entered the University of Minnesota and majored in electrical engineering. While at the U of M, he was a member of Kappa Eta Kappa Electrical Engineering Fraternity.

Don later worked at a number of tech writing, engineering, supervision and technical jobs around the Twin Cities before founding Hofco Electronics. After getting his class A Master Electrician’s license he founded D.C. Hoffman Electrical Contracting Co., and later the Standard Electric Company Inc. He retired from that company as president in 1980 and served on the executive committee of the Greater East Side Community Council and chaired various committees.

He was knighted as Baron of East Wind Supreme was awarded citizen of the year twice and businessman of the year twice. He also had his own boxing gym as North St. Paul Boxing Club, and later coached boxing for Brian Brunette’s boxing gym.

Don built a lake home in Amery in 1994 and made this his new home. He has since played violin in the St. Croix Valley Orchestra, as well as the Northern Lakes Center for the arts orchestra. He has been active in the Center’s Theatre Guild, acting in several plays including roles in two Shakespeare plays and has written his own short play. He has also written a number of poems and short stories as part of the Center for the Arts Writers Guild.

Don is also a 32nd-degree Scottish Rite Mason and a Shriner. He was Master of the New Richmond Masonic Lodge No.195 in 2006.

Don was preceded in death by his parents, Charley and Milly Hoffman; and sister, Marlene Hoffman.

Don is survived by daughters, Julie Stephens (Bryan Donnelly) and Lynda Hoffman; grandsons, Scotty Stephens and Austin Stephens; brother, Dennis Hoffman; ex-wife, Janet Hoffman; and special friend, Irene Christiansen, as well as many relatives, friends, fellow musicians and Masonic Brothers.

Masonic services were held Saturday, Oct. 23, at the Williamson-White Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Amery. Memorials are preferred to the St. Croix Valley Orchestra, Center City, Minn., so that the orchestra may bring great music to communities. Condolences may be left at an online guest book at www.williamsonwhite.com.

The Williamson-White Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Amery was entrusted with arrangements.

Donald R. Peterson

Donald R. Peterson, 87, Eagan, Minn., born May 3, 1923, in Luck, died Sept. 30, 2010.

For more than 77 years Donald managed type 1 diabetes. He was recognized for his unique longevity Delephene Elizabeth Johnson, 86, Becker, Minn., for- by the Joslin Diabetes Center at Harmerly of Amery, died Wednesday, Oct. 20, 2010, at the St. vard Medical School, receiving their 50- and 75-year Victory Awards for Cloud Hospital in St. Cloud, Minn.

She was born Sept. 15, 1924, in achievement in living courageously Bingham, Neb., to Roy and Sylvia with the disease. Donald was pre(Taylor) Dimond. She was raised in ceded in death by parents, Roy and and went to school in Bingham.

Jennie; siblings, Arlene and Darrell.

After school, she took a job packing He is survived by wife, Marie; children, Grant and parachutes in Utah for the war, Mary; grandchildren and great-grandchildren. where she met her husband Alvin Donald donated his kidneys and pancreas to further who was a pilot. They were united research and hope for a cure. Memorials may be directed in marriage on July 17, 1947, in Esto Joslin Diabetes Center, One Joslin Place, Boston, MA canaba, Mich. To this union a 02215. The family plans a private memorial service. daughter was born, and they lived in Michigan for a year. The family moved to the Twin Cities, where Alvin took a job with the post office. While living in the Twin Cities, the couple had two other children who passed away as infants.

Vic Anderson, 75, a resident of Wood River Township, In 1968, the couple bought a cabin on White Ash Lake, died Oct. 17, 2010, at St. Croix Regional Medical Center. and in 1979 when Alvin retired, they built a permanent Vic was born Nov. 22, 1934, in Des Moines, Iowa, to home next door. For the last four years, Delephene has Glenn and Mildred Anderson. Vic married Margel on resided in Becker, Minn., with her daughter, Sylvia.

May 21, 1955, in Webster.

Delephene enjoyed reading and doing crossword puzVic worked for Murphy Motor Freight for 32 years. zles.

He was known to be an entertainer as a ventriloquist She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, with his friend “Clarence.” He also enjoyed playing guiAlvin; two infant sons, and two sisters. tar, singing and to yodel. Vic loved going to auctions, She is survived by her daughter, Sylvia (Darrell) Roth; which led him to his collections of gas cans, kerosene grandchildren, Jestin (Sandra) Dawson, Chad (Zina) Daw- cans, and Farmall and Allis Chalmers tractors. Vic also son, Shannon (Bridy) Dawson, Darrell Roth II and Debbie enjoyed playing table games and watching the Saturday (Duke) Christensen; 11 great-grandchildren and other rel- Night Grand Ole Opry. Vic was a member of the First atives and friends.

Baptist Church of Falun.

Funeral services were held Monday, Oct. 25, at the ConVic was preceded in death by his parents; his son, gregational Church in Amery with Pastor Barry Schaefer Roland; grandson, Joshua; great-great-grandchild, Doofficiating. Pallbearers were Jestin Dawson, Shannon mario; brothers, Eugene and Paul; and sisters, Evelyn, Dawson, Chad Dawson, Darrell Roth II and Duke Chris- Lorraine, Carolyn and Marolyn. tensen. Burial was at the Northern Wisconsin Veterans Vic is survived by his wife, Margel; children, Robin Memorial Cemetery in Spooner. Condolences may be left (Nila) Anderson, Keven (Lynn) Anderson and Steven online at www.williamsonwhite.com.

The Williamson-White Funeral Home and Cremation (Debra) Anderson; grandchildren, Melissa, Michael, Timothy, Jennifer, Megan, Katelyn and David; greatServices of Amery was entrusted with arrangements. grandchildren, Taylar, Kennedy, Morgan, Brandon, Xavier, Alexis, DeLana, Josie, Jasmine, Abigail, Khamani, Savana, Seraphina and Gianni; great-great-grandchildren, Aurelliano; his sister, Loretta Myhre; brothers, James D. “Doug” Hallberg, 79, Balsam Lake, died Leslie (Alice) Anderson, Kenneth (Carol) Anderson and peacefully in his sleep Oct. 26, 2010 at his home.

Wendell (Blanc) Anderson; along with other relatives He is survived by his five children, Monti (Julie) Hall- and friends. berg of Barron, Stevie (Dan) Peper of Centuria, Tomma Funeral services were held Friday, Oct. 22, at First Bap(Jim) Broome of Balsam Lake, Missy (Richard) Vollmer of tist Church of Falun with Pastor Kevin Miller officiating.

Fox Point and Kristy Hallberg of Minneapolis, Minn.; 12 Music was provided by Patricia Anderson, Ken Andergrandchildren and seven great-grandchildren; sisters, son, George French and Terri Skifstad. Interment folDarlene (Willy) Holmberg of Frederic, Bea (Oscar) Thore- lowed at Freya Cemetery in Wood River Township. son of Los Angeles, Calif.; brothers, Stu Hallberg of Mill- Casket bearers were David Anderson, Mike Anderson, town, Tom (Bonnie) Hallberg of Balsam Lake and Gene Tim Anderson, Dan Flodin, Dana Anderson and Lane Hallberg of Milltown; and many nieces and nephews. A Anderson. Online condolences can be made at full obituary will be published at a later date. www.swedberg-taylor.com Memorial services will be held at Faith Lutheran The Swedberg-Taylor Funeral Home, Siren, was enChurch in Balsam Lake in coordination with the Crema- trusted with arrangements. tion Society on Saturday, Oct. 30, at 1 p.m.

Delephene Elizabeth Johnson

Vic Anderson

James D. “Doug” Hallberg

Gary K. Nicol Gary K. Nicol, 64, Spooner, died Monday, Oct. 11, 2010, at St. Mary’s Hospital in Duluth, Minn.

He was born March 11, 1946, in Waterloo, Iowa. He was resided in Wisconsin for most of his life.

After graduating from Frederic High School, he enlisted in the United States Army, where he was honorably discharged in 1971.

He spent many years helping his grandparents and parents run a farm, after which he shared his talent of cooking in several restaurants.

He is survived by his mother, Joy Nelson; stepfather, Anders Nelson; brother, Harold Nicol of Roseville, Minn.; sister, Pam Jacobson; half brothers, Andy Nelson and Doug Nelson; half sisters, Sheila Workman and Dawn Rambo; along with several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his brother, Ronald Nicol; and his father, Donald Nicol.

A memorial service was held Sunday, Oct. 24, at the Frederic Seventh-Day Adventist Church.

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CHURCH NEWS

Girl’s sexual activity may be result of family upheaval Q: I’ve just learned that my 12-yearold daughter has experienced sex with a classmate. We’re both hurt by this.

Three years ago her dad and I went through a divorce. Then he remarried and moved 18 hours away. All of this was pretty devastating to our daughter and I don’t know what to do now.

Juli: My heart goes out to you and your daughter. Your heart as a mom must be broken as you think of her purity taken away at such a young age!

At 12, your daughter is just beginning the emotional challenges of adolescence.

She’s in the midst of trying to figure out who she is and what she believes. Losing her virginity at this age can be even more devastating if she begins building the foundation of her identity upon this one mistake. For this reason, you need to work hard to combat the messages she may believe about herself – “I’m unworthy; I’m bad,” etc.

It’s also important that you reaffirm how much you love and value her. In the midst of spending time together, you’ll need to have some difficult conversations about what she’s feeling and the choices

Bishop Pederson to lead Reformation Day services CUSHING – Bishop Duane Pederson of the Northwest Synod of Wisconsin, ELCA, will lead two area Reformation Sunday services on Oct. 31. Services begin at 9 a.m. at Laketown Lutheran and 10:30 a.m. at First Lutheran in Cushing. A potluck and harvest festival will follow at First Lutheran with the old-time games of apple bobbing, kick the can, pumpkin crafts and more. Everyone is welcome. – submitted

Jim Daly

Focus on the Family

daughter.

Juli Slattery

she has made. Because these topics are so sensitive, reading a book or watching a movie together that raises some of these issues can be a good way to open up the conversation.

Also, find a counselor, pastor or mentor who can help your daughter work through the painful rejection she probably feels from her dad’s absence. Research overwhelmingly indicates that girls whose parents have gone through a divorce are far more likely to get involved sexually at an early age. It’s very possible that your daughter’s sexual activity is an attempt to replace the affection she once received from her dad.

Finally, don’t neglect your own feelings in all of this. You need to be emotionally available for your daughter.

That’s tough when you’re in the middle of your own grief process. Connect with a good friend or counselor who can be a support for you as you support your

••• Q: Our 22-year-old daughter is pregnant and living at home. She’s currently working and attending college. She and the father are “in love” but don’t feel ready to marry. She doesn’t feel like she should marry just because she is pregnant. What advice can you give me about helping her?

Jim: First, I would praise her for choosing to have the baby. Abortion is often presented as a “solution” for unmarried mothers, but it only results in more pain for everyone involved. She needs your unwavering support and affirmation as she prepares to welcome this precious new life into the world.

That said, she can’t stay with you forever. It’s good that she’s got a job and is attending college, although those things will need to be set aside, at least temporarily, after the baby arrives. Even though it’s not an ideal situation, you and your husband (and the baby’s father) need to be prepared to help her financially during this period.

And speaking of the father, I hope that he and your daughter will, sooner rather than later, consider getting married – assuming he would be a good husband.

They may not feel “ready,” but if they’re

truly committed to one another, getting married and creating a stable home will be in the best interests of both them and their child. Don’t pressure them into it, though – it’s a decision they’ll need to reach on their own. Pray that the impending birth of their baby will help move them in that direction!

••• Jim Daly is president of Focus on the Family, host of the Focus on the Family radio program, and a husband and father of two. Dr. Juli Slattery is a licensed psychologist, cohost of Focus on the Family, author of several books, and a wife and mother of three. Submit your questions to: FocusOnTheFamily.com. Copyright 2010 Focus on the Family, Colorado Springs, CO 80995. International copyright secured. All rights reserved. Distributed by Universal Uclick, 1130 Walnut St. Kansas City, MO 64106; 816-581-7500.

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Baptism at St. Peter’s Lutheran Church Kenzie Roselle Skow-Woody, daughter of Kayla Skow and Jared Woody, was baptized into the Christian faith by Pastor Rob Lubben on Sunday, Oct. 17, at St. Peter’s Lutheran Church, North Luck. Sponsors were Kristan and James Huenink. Grandparents are Dale and Janice Skow and Albert Woody. – Photo submitted

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

CUSHING

CASHCO BUILDING SUPPLIES

BASS LAKE LUMBER

CUSHING COOPERATIVE SOCIETY

Complete Lumber & Building Supplies

CARLSON-ROWE FUNERAL HOME

Phone 715-866-4238 Hwy. 35 N. Webster, Wis. Tom & Becky O’Brien, Owners

Duane Lindh

HOPKINS SAND & GRAVEL, INC.

Frederic, Wis. 715-327-4475

HAULING

• Gravel • Sand • Rock • Top Soil • Trackhoe 715-472-2717 Mobile 715-491-1861 1065 290th Ave. Frederic, Wis.

LUCK VAN METER’S MEATS

Government Inspected Slaughtering and Processing, Sausage making • Ham & Bacon Cured & 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

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

SWEDBERG-TAYLOR FUNERAL HOME Webster, Wis. Phone 715-866-7131

BRUCE’S AUTO REPAIR & TOWING

• Complete Line of Building Supplies & Lumber • Cabot’s Stains Grantsburg, Wis. 715-488-2471 or 715-327-8766

BURNETT DAIRY CO-OP

Feed Mill - Grain Dept.

Cushing, Wis. 715-648-5215

WILD RIVER FLAGS Jerry & Pat Willits 2815 285th Ave. Sterling Township St. Croix Falls, WI 54024 715-488-2729

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

Wrecker - Flatbed Air Conditioning & Computerized Car Service - Cold Weather Starts Webster, Wis. 715-866-4100 Days 715-866-8364 Eves.

Any area business wishing to help sponsor the church listings should contact the Leader at 715-327-4236.

Churches 9/10

FREDERIC

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CHURCH ChurchDIRECTORY Directory 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.; 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 Roger Kastelle 715-755-2562 1947 110th Ave., Dresser Contemporary Serv. 8:30 a.m.; Adult Ed & Sunday School 9:30 a.m.; Sunday Traditional Service 10:45 a.m.;

BONE LAKE LUTHERAN bllc@lakeland.ws

Pastor Mary Ann Bowman, 5 mi. E. of Luck on Hwy. 48, 1/2 mi. S. on I; Office - 715-472-2535 Pastor - 715-472-8153, Exploring Prayer 8:45 a.m.; Sun. Schl. 3 - adult 9 a.m.; Wor. 10:30 a.m.; Fellowship 11:30 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. 10 a.m.; Sun. School. 9 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 ; 10 a.m. Sunday School

NEW HOPE LUTHERAN CHURCH

Pastor Emory Johnson, 715-463-5700 685 W. State Road 70, Grantsburg Sun. Wor. Serv. 9:30 a.m.; Sun. Schl. 11 a.m.

NORTH VALLEY LUTHERAN

Pastor Maggie Isaacson, 715-825-3559 3 mi. W. of Milltown on “G” Sunday Worship - 9:15 a.m.

Holy Communion 1st & 3rd Sundays

METHODIST

METHODIST

ATLAS UNITED METHODIST

Pastor Carolyn Saunders, 715-463-2624 Sunday School - 11 a.m.; Worship - 11 a.m.

CENTRAL UNITED METHODIST GRANTSBURG

Pastor Carolyn Saunders, 715-463-2624 Worship - 9 a.m.; Sunday School - 10:30 a.m.

DANBURY UNITED METHODIST

Cindy Glocke, Pastor, 715-866-8646 Sunday Worship - 9 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 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

ST. JOSEPH CATHOLIC

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.

HOLY TRINITY UNITED METHODIST

ST. JOSEPH CATHOLIC

PEACE LUTHERAN - DRESSER (ELCA)

Holytrinity@wisconsinumc.org 1606 165th Ave., CTH I, Centuria Pastor Freddie Kirk, 715-485-3363 Sunday Worship - 8:30 a.m.

Pastor Gerald Heinecke Church Phone 715-866-7191 Sun. Schl. - 9:30 a.m.; Sun. Wor. - 10:30 a.m.

Communion 1st & 3rd Sundays

GRACE UNITED - WEBSTER

2355 Clark Road, Dresser, WI, 715-755-2515 Web site: plcdresser.org Pastor Wayne Deloach, Intern Courtney Young Sun. Wor. 8:30 & 11 a.m., Sun. Schl. 9:35 a.m.

LAKEVIEW UNITED - HERTEL

PILGRIM LUTHERAN - FREDERIC (ELCA)

Tom Cook, Pastor Worship 8:45 a.m.; Sunday Schl. 10 a.m.

Pastor Catherine Burnette 507 Wisconsin Ave. N., 715-327-8012 Sun. Parents & Toddlers 9:15 a.m.; Sun. Wor. - 10 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 - LCMC

1614 CTH B, North Luck, Pastor Rob Lubben Sunday Worship - 9 a.m.

Contact Leslie Valentine, 715-646-2390; E-mail: leslie56@centurytel.net

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, Roger Kampstra and Myron Carlson 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

ZION LUTHERAN - EAST FARMINGTON (WELS )

Pastor Martin Weigand - 715-294-3489 Sun. Schl. 9 a.m.; Adult Bible Class 9:30 a.m.; Worship 10:30 a.m.

ZION LUTHERAN - MARKVILLE

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 Jack Starr Wor. - 9 a.m.; Sun. Schl. - during worship hour

LEWIS MEMORIAL UNITED METHODIST McKINLEY UNITED METHODIST

Pastor Annie Tricker Sun. Worship 11 a.m.; Sun. School 11 a.m.

Potluck dinner 1st Sunday

OSCEOLA UNITED METHODIST

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

ST. CROIX FALLS UNITED METHODIST

Rev. Mike Weaver Sunday Worship Service - 10 a.m.

Sunday School is at 9 a.m., Nursery available

ST. LUKE UNITED - FREDERIC

Pastor Arveda “Freddie” Kirk, 715-327-4436 Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m.

Souper service Wed. 5:15 p.m.

SIREN UNITED METHODIST

Tom Cook, Pastor Sunday School 9 a.m.

Worship - 10:15 a.m. (Nursery available)

TAYLORS FALLS UNITED METHODIST 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.

WOLF CREEK UNITED METHODIST

Rev. Mike Weaver Sunday Worship - 8:15 a.m.

COVENANT

COVENANT

CALVARY COVENANT - ALPHA

Pastor Scott Sagle, 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 Sunday School 9:00 a.m.; Worship 10:30 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

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

ASSEMBLY

CENTURIA ASSEMBLY OF GOD Pastor Don Wiltshire, 715-640-6400 Centuria - Phone 715-646-2172 Sunday Service: 10 a.m.

OSCEOLA COMMUNITY CHURCH

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

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.

EVANGELICAL

EVANGELICAL

APPLE RIVER COMMUNITY (EFCA)

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.

CROSSWALK COMMUNITY CHURCH

Pastor Greg Lund, 715-327-8767 700 Churchwood Lane; 505 Old CTH W, Frederic Sun. Schl. - 9 a.m.; Morn. Worship - 10:15 a.m.; Nursery provided for all services Sat. Worship - 6 p.m., Luck Senior Center

TRADE RIVER EVAN. FREE

Pastor Dale VanDeusen, 715-488-2296 or 715-488-2653 20296 Hwy. 87, Grantsburg Morning Wor. - 9:30 a.m.; Sun. Schl. - 10:45 a.m.; Nursery provided for all services

BAPTIST

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 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

NAZARENE

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 Steve Ward Sunday School - (all ages) - 9:30 a.m.

Church Serv. - 10:45 a.m.

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.

ST. DOMINIC - FREDERIC & IMMACULATE CONCEPTION - GRANTSBURG CATHOLIC MASS SCHEDULE

Pastor Andy McDaniel, 715-327-8402 Sun. Schl. - 9:15 a.m.; Wor. Serv. - 10:15 a.m.; Nursery provided.; www.tradelakebaptistchurch.org

EUREKA BAPTIST

715-857-5411 Worship Service - 9 a.m.; Sunday School-10:15 a.m.

OUR LADY OF THE LAKES

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.

TRADE LAKE BAPTIST

EAST BALSAM BAPTIST - BALSAM LK.

FIRST BAPTIST - MILLTOWN

SACRED HEARTS OF JESUS & MARY

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.

Meeting at Zion Lutheran Church, 28005 Old Towne Rd., Chisago Lakes, MN hcomm.org Sunday Worship Service 9:30 a.m.

BAPTIST

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.

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.

LIVING HOPE CHURCH

Pastor Marlon Mielke, 715-825-3186 Sunday Schl. 9:45 a.m.; Worship 11 a.m., 7 p.m.

FIRST BAPTIST - TAYLORS FALLS, MN

FIRST BAPTIST - WEBSTER

Church Phone 715-866-4111; Interim Pastor Ken Hyatt; Youth Pastor Jerry Scheumann Sun. School - 9:30 a.m.; Wor. - 10:45 a.m (Nursery Provided)

GRACE CHURCH OF OSCEOLA “The Cure for the Common Church”

NAZARENE

CALVARY CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE

510 S. Vincent, St. Croix Falls Pastor Tom Reaume, 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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Serving Food From 4:30 to 6:30 p.m.

Entertainment at 7 p.m. - Luck Lutheran Church Choir & Other Local Talent Dinner includes: Homemade Swedish Meatballs, Baked Ham, Mashed Potatoes, Gravy, Corn, Squash, Lefse, Rolls, Sweet & Beet Pickles & Apple Crisp With Ice Cream Adults $6 • Children 5-12 $3 • Children Under 5 Free Serving 4:30 to 6:30 p.m.

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Students of the Week GRANTSBURG

FREDERIC

Harli Kelton has been chosen Frederic Elementary School’s student of the week. She is in sixth grade and the daughter of Peggy Kelton. Harli is a great student, good school citizen and fun to be around. She is involved in volleyball, basketball, softball, band and bell choir. Harli says her favorite subject is math. She enjoys reading, using the computer, texting and hanging out with friends.

Harli would like to study to be a lawyer or a teacher.

Roman Poirier has been chosen Frederic Middle School’s student of the week. He is in seventh grade and the son of Myrvin and Kathy Poirier. Roman is very respectful, tries hard and is a good citizen. He is involved in basketball, football, baseball, track and helps mow lawns. Roman enjoys playing sports and hanging with friends. His future plans are to go to college. Roman’s dad has been the greatest influence in his life.

Tina Marcyan has been chosen Frederic High School’s student of the week. She is a junior and the daughter of Pam Marcyan. Tina has good study and work habits, is very cooperative, is respectful of others and never complains. She is involved in the National Honor Society, volunteers at the hockey rink, is a teacher’s aide and manages basketball. Tina enjoys playing with her puppy, Lizzie, and going to concerts. She plans to go to college to become a vet tech.

Tyler Kuhn has been chosen Grantsburg Elementary School’s student of the week. He is in first grade and the son of Laura Kuhn and Phil Kuhn. Tyler is an excellent role model, works hard, is respectful and always does his best work. Classes he likes are music, writing, gym, Daily 5 and recess. Tyler enjoys playing outside with his three sisters and three brothers. They play hide-nseek, tag and pirates.

Krystal Ouellette has been chosen Luck High School’s student of the week. She is a junior and the daughter of Anita Johnson. Krystal is always prepared, helps others and is very positive about school.

She is involved in FCCLA, volleyball, coaches younger kids soccer, volunteers for Feed My Starving Children, baby-sits and was the winter carnival queen. Krystal enjoys going for walks, reading and listening to music. She plans to go to college for the medical field.

Tanner Nielsen has been chosen Luck Middle School’s student of the week. He is in eighth grade and the son of Steve and Joie Nielsen. Tanner is a polite, outgoing, model student. He considers school important. Tanner is involved in band, track and soccer. He enjoys playing his piano and guitar. His dad is the greatest influence in his life.

Megan Hendrickson has been chosen St. Croix Falls Elementary School’s student of the week. She is in kindergarten and the daughter of Trina Hendrickson. She has two older brothers.

Megan loves to play with her friends and read books with her class. She enjoys jumping on the trampoline and selling Christmas trees with her family. Megan is a helpful and fun student.

Aaron Arechigo has been chosen St. Croix Falls Middle School’s student of the week. He is in seventh grade and the son of Don and Shelly Arechigo.

Aaron enjoys playing video games and being outside. He would like to join baseball. His favorite subject is language arts because it comes easy for him.

Aaron does an excellent job in class and is a ton of fun. He has two brothers.

Taylor Orton has been chosen St. Croix Falls High School’s student of the week. She is a sophomore and the daughter of Gref and Kris Orton. Taylor has one older sister, Devon. She likes sports, hunting and hanging out with friends. Taylor is involved in basketball, track and volleyball.

WEBSTER

SIREN

Emma Aubert has been chosen Siren Elementary School’s student of the week. She is in first grade. Emma is always eager to learn. She participates in class discussions and is willing to help other students. Emma enjoys playing T-ball, soccer, riding bike, playing outside, playing with her brother and friends. She also enjoys spending time with her family. Overall, Emma enjoys school and being with friends and family.

Cory Niles has been chosen Grantsburg High School’s student of the week. He is a senior and the son of Vicky Drohman and Dan Niles. Cory is always thorough, neat, organized and respectful. He is involved in student council, NHS, is the gymnastics manager/coach, soccer coach and works at Kozy Kitchen. Cory enjoys movies, bowling and being with friends and family, He plans on attending UW-Green Bay. The greatest influence in his life is his cousin Marty, who lost his life to cancer.

ST. CROIX FALLS

LUCK

Zackary Meyer has been chosen Luck Elementary School’s student of the week. He is in sixth grade and the son of Jackie Erdman and Steven Meyer. Zack loves to read independently and has a great attitude about school. He is a quick learner and is willing to offer help to others. Zack keeps busy raising and feeding his animals, including two goats, two chickens, two ducks, two dogs and a potbellied pig. He enjoys swimming and playing with his animals.

Jada Hecht has been chosen Grantsburg Middle School’s student of the week. She is in fourth grade and the daugther of Vicki and Josh Hecht. Jada is an allaround student. She puts her best foot forward in all that she does. Jada is a team player and has a happy and friendly nature.

Her favorite class is science.

Jada is active in softball and volleyball. She enjoys playing with her dog.

Alexandra Webster has been chosen Siren Middle School’s student of the week. She is in seventh grade and the daughter of Brian and Shannon Webster. Alexandra always displays a very positive and respectful attitude. Not only does she participate in class discussions, express concern and awareness of her academic progress, but she also has a great sense of humor.

Alexandra’s favorite color is purple, favorite animal is a puppy, favorite number is 23 and her future plans include going to college for business or education.

Mathew Wampfler has been chosen Siren High School’s student of the week. He is a sophomore and the son of Warren and Debbie Wampfler. Mathew works hard and is dedicated in band. He always gives his best effort and is extremely helpful. Mathew is an active 4-H member and goes to summer 4-H camp, where he plays reveille to wake up campers.

He enjoys woodworking and hunting. Mathew is courteous, dedicated, reliable and is not afraid to lend a hand when needed.

Tristan Benjamin has been chosen Webster Elementary School’s student of the week. He is in second grade and the son of Clifford Benjamin. Tristan always comes to school with a smile on his face and ready to work. He is a very good role model for his classmates. His favorite food is pizza and his favorite colors are orange and black. Tristan likes to draw in his free time.

Lydia Wilson has been chosen Webster Middle School’s student of the week. She is in seventh grade and the daughter of Jerome and Bonnie Wilson. Lydia is a responsible student who comes to class prepared and ready to learn. She does well in all of her classes and has a great attitude that complements her smile. Lydia is involved in band, cross country and basketball. She enjoys horses, climbing trees and listening to music.

Amber Davis has been chosen Webster High School’s student of the week. She is a sophomore and the daughter of Kris and Brande Davis.

Amber has great work ethic, is always willing to participate and is willing to challenge herself. Amber has a super attitude. She is very respectful and cheerful. Amber is involved in NHS, student council, AODA and volleyball. She enjoys shopping, reading and watching movies.

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Gabriella Shern has been chosen Unity Elementary School’s student of the week. She is in second grade and the daughter of Elena and Thomas Shern.

Gabby is very honest, dependable and a bright young lady.

She is always willing to help others in need and truly cares for those around her. The classroom is a brighter place because of her.

Logan Jensen has been chosen Unity Middle School’s student of the week. He is in sixth grade and the son of Janice Williamson and Jim Jensen. Logan is a conscientious student with a positive attitude. He takes his education seriously and he is a likeable student. Logan works very hard.

Connor MacKinnon has been chosen Unity High School’s student of the week. He is a junior and the son of Cory and Kim MacKinnon. Connor’s favorite class is algebra 2. He enjoys soccer, camping and hunting. Connor works at McDonald’s and is learning important life skills. He hopes to attend college in the future.

Connor lives in Balsam Lake.

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Coming events Every Day, AA &/or AlAnon, Polk & Burnett counties, 715-931-8262 for time/location.

Every Monday, Indianhead Barbershop Chorus meets at the government center, 7:30 p.m., 715-483-9202.

Every Tuesday, Bingo at the Burnett County Moose

Lodge, Siren, 6 p.m.

Every Tuesday, Survivors of domestic violence &

sexual assault support group, Polk County, 800-2617233 for location, 6-7:30 p.m.

OCTOBER

THURS.-SUN./28-31 St. Croix Falls

• “Is He Dead?” at Festival Theatre. Thurs. and Sun. 2 p.m., Thurs.-Sat. 7:30 p.m., 715-483-3387, www.festivaltheatre.org.

THURSDAY/28 Falun

• Ryne Duren keynote speaker during Red Ribbon Week at the First Baptist Church, 2 p.m.

Siren

• Fish fry at Burnett County Moose Lodge, 5:30-7:30 p.m., 715-349-5923.

St. Croix Falls

SATURDAY/30

TUESDAY/2

• Polk County HCE Christmas Fair at Unity School, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

• County fire departments & EMS spaghetti dinner fundraiser for Salvation Army & kids at Christmas at Cricket’s, 3-7 p.m.

• Community Clean Sweep at the medical center maintenance garage, 9 a.m.-noon.

• Boo at the Northern Lakes Center for the Arts, 7:30 p.m., 715-268-6811.

• Swedish Club meets at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, 7 p.m., 715-269-5307.

• Spaghetti dinner benefit for Julie Elliot Vanesse at Cozy Corner Inn, 5 p.m.

• 8th-grade concert at the Unity school, 7 p.m.

• First aid class at Polk County Red Cross office, 5:307:30 p.m., 715-485-3025.

• Ruby’s Pantry at the town maintenance shop, $15 donation. Open 9:30 a.m., distribution 10-11:30 a.m.

Danbury

• Luck Teachers Memorial Pancake Supper at the school cafeteria, 4-7:30 p.m., 715-472-2151, Ext. 141.

• A Haunted Boy Scout Camp at Deer Lake Gardens, 6:30-8 p.m., 715-483-5926.

Amery

• Fundraiser raffle, drawing & taco sales for Roxanne Songetay at the tribal hall, 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.

Spooner

• Grape growing & pruning workshop at Ag Research Station, 3 p.m., 715-635-3506, www.ars.wisc.edu/spooner.

St. Croix Falls

• Historical society meeting at city hall. Subject: Bootlegging in the St. Croix Valley, 7 p.m.

Webster

• Ryne Duren keynote speaker during Red Ribbon Week at the high school, 9 a.m.

FRI. & SAT./29 & 30 Luck

• FFA corn maze & haunted house west of school, 6-10 p.m.

FRIDAY/29 Grantsburg

• Harvest supper at Central United Methodist Church, 4-7 p.m.

Milltown

• Author Chad Lewis visits Milltown Public Library, 7 p.m., 715-825-2313.

Balsam Lake

Luck

Dresser

Frederic

• Blood pressure screening at Bremer Bank, 9 a.m.1 p.m.

• Halloween party at the village hall, 6:30-8 p.m.

Rice Lake

• Ruby’s Pantry at 24534 State Rd. 35/70. Open 1:30 p.m.

Distribution 2 p.m.

• Halloween party at Burnett County Family Resource Center, 5 p.m., 715-349-2922.

Amery

WEDNESDAY/3

• Halloween Festival at Crex Meadows, 5-8 p.m., 715463-2739.

Siren

Webster

• Debut of wild rice cookbook at Burnett Community Library, 3-7 p.m.

• Halloween party & dance at the elementary school. Preschool-6th grade 5-8 p.m.; 7th-12th grade 8:30-11:30 p.m.; 715-327-8142.

• 25th Senate District candidates debate at UW-Barron County’s Blue Hills Lecture Hall, 12:30 p.m., 715-234-8176 Ext. 5472.

St. Croix Falls

• Adult/AED CPR class at Polk County Red Cross office, 5:30-9:30 p.m., 715-485-3025.

• Grief and loss support group at SCRMC, first of six sessions, 4-5:30 p.m., 715-483-0272, bonnie.prazak@scrmc.org.

Luck

• Luck Historical Society meets at West Denmark Lutheran Church Parish Hall, 7 p.m., 715-472-8809.

Happenings in the Upper St. Croix Valley communities

Grantsburg Luck

• Kids parade 2 p.m., trick or treating 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m., 715-472-8252.

St. Croix Falls

• Ring of Kerry’s Halloween concert at Festival Theatre, 7:30 p.m., 715-483-3387, 888-887-6002.

SUNDAY/31 Alpha

• Trunk or Treat at Calvary Covenant Church, 2-5 p.m.

Centuria

• Communitywide Halloween bash at the fire hall, 2-4 p.m.

Luck

• Duncan Yo-Yo Heritage Tour at the library, 1-4 p.m.

St. Croix Falls

• Trunk or Treat Harvest Party for kids at Alliance Church of the Valley. Doors open 4:30 p.m., family show 5 p.m., 715-483-1100, www.stcroixalliance.com.

West Sweden

Frederic Siren

• Burnett GOP Open House at Northwoods Crossing, 4-8 p.m.

Dairyland Danbury Frederic

• LWML fall bazaar and bake sale at Immanuel Lutheran Church, 9 a.m.-1:30 p.m.

Garfield

• Annual fall bazaar at Trinity Lutheran Church, 9:30 a.m.1 p.m.

Grantsburg

• Hopes Journey 2nd-Annual Open House, near the St. Croix River, CTH O, 11 a.m.-3 p.m., www.hopes-journey.org.

Laketown

• Youth Encounter Event at Laketown Lutheran Church, 6-9 p.m., 715-648-5323 or 651-442-6770.

THURSDAY/4

• Lewis Jam - Bluegrass, gospel & country music at Lewis United Methodist Church, 6-9 p.m.

• Advance Directives class at SCRMC, 10-11:30 a.m., 715-483-0579 or 715-483-0431.

Balsam Lake

• 3rd-grade concert at the Unity school, 2:30 p.m.

• Small-business counseling at government center. Appointments 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m., 715-485-8600.

• Infant/child CPR class at Polk County Red Cross office, 5:30-8:30 p.m., 715-485-3025.

Grantsburg

• American Legion Auxiliary sponsored lutefisk and meatball dinner at the Legion, 4 p.m. till gone.

Milltown

• Writer/humorist Michael Perry speaks at the community center, 7 p.m., 715-825-2313.

St. Croix Falls

• Year One: Bringing up Baby class at SCRMC, 6-7 p.m., 715-483-0579 or 715-483-0431.

FRIDAY/5 Amery

• Grace Lutheran Oktoberfest. Polka services at Grace 9:15 a.m., Zion 11 a.m., brunch 10:30 a.m.-1 p.m. at Grace.

MONDAY/1

• Hunters stew meal at the Lewis Methodist church, 4-7 p.m.

• Adult/AED CPR class at Polk County Red Cross office, 5:30-9:30 p.m., 715-485-3025.

• Fish fry at Burnett Moose Lodge, 5:30-7:30 p.m., 715349-5923.

Balsam Lake

Balsam Lake

St. Croix Falls

• Big Top Chautauqua at the high school, 7 p.m., 715-2689771, Ext. 220.

• Swiss steak dinner at Our Redeemer Lutheran Church, 4:30-7 p.m., 715-268-7283.

NOVEMBER

SATURDAY/6

Lewis Luck

• Luck Lutheran Church harvest dinner/fall fundraiser. dinner 4:30-6:30 p.m., entertainment 7 p.m.

Milltown

• Legion Post 254’s turkey party at the community center, 6:30 p.m.

Siren

• A Northwoods Christmas at Northwoods Crossing Event Center, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., 715-349-8484.

• Holiday Art Sale & BAAG Holiday Bake Sale at North Wind Arts, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., 715-349-8448.

• Bake sale, quilts & crafts at Methodist church, 9 a.m.3 p.m.

SUNDAY/7 Bone Lake

• Spaghetti Dinner Plus! 4 - 7 p.m. at the Bone Lake Lutheran Church, CTH I, south of Hwy. 48. Silent Auction.

Freeill offering. Funds go toward the BLLC Youth Servide Trip 2011.

Centuria

Lewis

• Remembrance service in memory of children who have died, at North Valley Lutheran, 3 p.m.

Siren

• Wild food potluck at Fine Acres back room, 5:30 p.m., 763-245-3894, www.doctorweedmaster.com.

St. Croix Falls

Yearbook snapshot

Frederic High School students lined up on the track field spelling out 2011 for their upcoming yearbook. The seniors made the two, the juniors the zero, the sophomores one of the ones and the freshmen the other one. The snorkel truck from Luck Fire Department made this aerial shot possible. – Photo by Brenda Martin

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Photos exclusive to our e-edition More photos of South Africa - the waterfront at Cape Town and the game park. - Photos by Nick Piszczek and Bridget Cleary

Unity at Webster

Luck versus Clayton

Webster’s Michelle Gibbs gets under a serve while her teammates watch from the bench.

– Photos by Brenda Martin

Unity’s Marissa Hacker receives the ball while teammates look on.

Grantsburg versus Clear Lake

ABOVE: Gab Witzany strikes an outside hit during the game against Clear Lake.

BELOW: Kortney Morrin receives the ball.

Grantsburg’s Carly Larson and Gab Witzany get up for a block against a Clear Lake hitter. – Photos by John Reed

Luck freshman Camille Marsten dumps a kill on the Clayton Bears in last week's Regional semi-final. – Photos by Greg Marsten

Luck sophomore Ashley Dexter gets a kill against Clayton.

Luck sophomore setter Hannah Karl waits for a return from the Clayton blockers.

The lone Cardinal seniors of Sarah Elert (left) and Morgan Denny team up to block a Clayton return shot.

Luck versus Turtle Lake

Luck freshman Bella Nelson stuffs a kill on the Turtle Lake Lakers Saturday during the Regional final. – Photos by Greg Marsten

Luck senior Morgan Denny tries to get a kill past high-flying Laker senior Tricia Hanson.

Cardinal players and fans celebrate the playoff win mid court, after a close-fought contest with Turtle Lake.

Luck at Frederic

Frederic's Dayton Rivera, 72, gets a big block on a Luck Cardinal so teammate Tony Peterson has room to run for the Vikings.

ABOVE: Landen Strilzuk of Luck hauled in an interception during a well played first half by the Cardinals. The interception eventually led to a field goal.

RIGHT: It's been 17 years since the Luck and Frederic football teams met, and the football game was well worth the wait. Frederic ended up winning the game by a score of 20-17. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Photos by Marty Seeger

A tradition for the Vikings football team is to lead the rest of the Vikings crowd with the school song after each game, win or lose.

Unity at Webster

FAR LEFT: Webster cheerleaders wait for their team to break through the ring on the last 2010 game.

MIDDLE: Tiger senior James Wethern breaks through first for his final Webster contest. RIGHT: The rest of the Tigers are soon to follow. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Photos by Greg Marsten

Webster freshman Aaron Dietmeier takes an interception and rolls in for a score in the third quarter.

Unity senior Brady Flaherty breaks free on a reception and rumbled downfield against the Tigers.

Unity quarterback Reed Sorensen attempts a 'stiff arm" against Websters' Cliff Benjamin in Thursday's contest at Webster.