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UP FRONT GRANTSBURG - The recently completed Grantsburg Habitat home will be dedicated and an open house will be held from 2 to 4 p.m. on Saturday, March 23. All are welcome to help celebrate the completion of this project and tour the home, which is at 349 West Benson Ave. For more information contact Wild Rivers Habitat for Humanity at 715-483-2700. - submitted ••• ASHLAND - A study on the Department of Defense barrels found at the bottom of Lake Superior will be released in six months and will, hopefully, resolve some of the discovery’s mystery — assuming that the Department of Defense continues to fund exhumation efforts. Like a Hitchcock thriller, the Department of Defense barrels dumped during the Cold War years reached new peaks of mystery in 2012. Nine barrels exhumed in 1990 and 1994 showed low levels of contaminants from top-secret grenade parts, but nothing explosive. That changed when 25 barrels were raised last summer by the Red Cliff Band of Lake Superior Ojibwe. See full story on the Leader Web site atthe-leader.net. - with information from Wisconsin Public Radio

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%RZOV RI +RSH SURMHFW LV 0RQGD\ ST. CROIX FALLS - Next Monday, March 18, the St. Croix Falls School District is hosting its second-annual Bowls of Hope fundraiser. All proceeds for this event fund the Happy Kids Backpack program for the upcoming school year. Last year, almost $5,000 was raised with the goal of $9,000 to fund the project for the entire school year. Local restaurants including the Dalles House, State Street, Panda King, Pizzaria, Trap Rock and Wayne’s donate soup. Local artists including Dave Stone, Gloria Adrian and Leif Bjornson along with student art is sold outright and through silent auctions. Students will also be performing musical numbers throughout the event which is held in the high school commons from 5 to 7 p.m. Shown are middle school student council members working on the event (L to R) Leah Lyman, Julianna Zacharias and PingRu Schaber. - Photo and text submitted

'XQN WKH %0: SIREN - Have you been wondering why there is a car sitting on Crooked Lake in Siren? Burnett Youth Hockey is KROGLQJ D UDIà H DQG WKH SHUVRQ ZKR JXHVVHV WKH GD\ DQG time the car sinks into the lake wins 50 percent of the pot. Tickets are available at Zia Louisa in Webster, the Pour House and Kris’ Pheasant Inn in Siren, Countryside in Frederic and other restaurants and taverns in the area. People interested can also ask a member of the Burnett Youth Hockey AssociaWLRQ IRU WLFNHWV 3URFHHGV IURP WKH UDIà H JR WR VXSSRUW WKH association. - Photo submitted

2ZQHU RI IDEOHG UHVWDXUDQW GLHV HAYWARD - Beatrice “Marge� Gogian, who left a career in high fashion modeling to help her parents run a restaurant in the north woods of Wisconsin, died Tuesday, Feb. 26, at her Hayward home. She was 85 years old. She was the last surviving member of the Gogian family, owners of Turk’s Inn, a supper club established in 1934 by her father, George “The Turk� Gogian, an Armenian immigrant from Istanbul. The restaurant became legendary, not only for its exotic menu and decor in a land of Scandinavian tastes, but also for its 0DUJH *RJLDQ unique and attentive hosts, George, his wife, Isabelle “Ma,� and their daughter, “Margie.� Located on the banks of the Namekagon River just north of Hayward, Turk’s Inn played host to the likes of John, Robert and Edward Kennedy, Mickey Rooney, Supreme Court Justice Harry A. Blackmun, as well as governors, sports heroes and other celebrities. See the-leader.net for full story. - Gary King

CENTER CITY, Minn. - Area women are invited to treat themVHOYHV WR D FKDQFH WR UHOD[ DQG Ă€QG themselves again at the 19th-annual women’s health conference on Thursday evenings, March 14 and 21, at the Hazelden Cork Center, 15251 Pleasant Valley Road, Center City, Minn. Hazelden, Fairview Lakes Medical Center, St. Croix Regional Medical Center and the Chisago and Polk County public health departments are again co-sponsoring this year’s conference, which begins at 5:30 each evening. There will be free health screenings, informational booths and discussions. Speakers will include Gaye Lindfors, 7 to 8 p.m., March 14, who will present “Living Your Real Life in a Fiction-Focused World.â€? As an observer of life in the real world, she promises to leave her audience inspired, encouraged and hopeful. Lindfors is the author of “God, Girlfriends, & Chocolateâ€? and is a contributing author to “Don’t Miss Your Boat: Living Your Life with Purpose in the Real World.â€? Courtney Baechler, MD, MSCE, director of cardiovascular services

/LVD 0DULH (ULFNVRQ *D\H /LQGIRUV DQG &RXUWQH\ %DHFKOHU ZLOO EH WKH VSHDNHUV DW WKH WK DQQXDO ZRPHQ V KHDOWK FRQIHUHQFH WR EH KHOG DW +D]HOGHQ &RUN &HQWHU RQ 7KXUVGD\ HYHQLQJV 0DUFK DQG 3KRWRV VXEPLWWHG at United Health will speak at 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., March 21, on “Women and Heart Disease - An Ounce of Prevention is Worth a Pound of Cure.â€? It’s easier to maintain a healthy heart than to heal a broken one. Dr. Baechler will offer pointers on how you can keep your heart healthy and enjoy life more. A cardiologist with a special interest in preventive cardiology, Baechler leads initiatives to promote the health of the community and to advance the role of integrative health in supporting health and healing. Integrative health involves mind, body and spirit. Lisa Marie Erickson, cooking host on “Minnesota Boundâ€? 7:45 to 8:45 p.m., March 21, will present “Cooking with Lisa; Eat Your Way to a Healthy Heart.â€? You’ve seen ErLFNVRQ FRRNLQJ Ă€VK DQG JDPH ZLWK

Ron Schara on “Minnesota Bound.� But there’s more to her than cooking wild game. Erickson makes it simple and fun to eat your way to a healthier heart. She’ll show you how to make quick and easy recipes to help your heart thrive. Read more about Erickson on her blog, WildChow. Circle the dates on your calendars now, and don’t miss this opportunity to take charge of your health. Whether you attend one or both nights, conference planners promise you will be informed, entertained and energized. Come early for health screenings, refreshments and mini massages. Preregistration is not required. Refer questions to 651-257-8806. from SCRMC

Siren hosts tourism booth at Minneapolis show +RPH DQG *DUGHQ 6KRZ JXHVWV LQYLWHG WR YLVLW 6LUHQ SIREN - Siren was featured in the Wisconsin Department of Tourism’s booth at the recent Minneapolis Home and Garden Show. The Siren Chamber of Commerce hosted the booth, with Sarah Pischer, tourism’s northeastern region specialist, on opening day for the show. Attendees were greeted with literature and information to

entice tourism to the state of Wisconsin and to the Siren area. “Response was overwhelmingly positive regarding their Minnesota neighbor,� noted Siren Chamber Vice President Tammy Twedt-Close. Many guests were familiar with not only Wisconsin but also the state’s northwest area. Some were even cabin owners in Burnett County. Within a week following the show, one couple was found to be already visiting Siren, enjoying their accommodations and other

activity and entertainment recommendations. Twedt-Close remarked, “It was a wonderful experience to present all that we in Siren, and the entire state of Wisconsin, have to offer.� If offered the opportunity, she and the Siren Chamber of Commerce will be there again next year promoting the local area and this great state. - from the Siren Chamber of Commerce

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%ULHĂ \ SIREN - Meetings of the Burnett County Citizen Patrol will resume on March 28, at 7 p.m., in the Jury Room at the Burnett County Government Center. These meetings will take place every fourth Thursday of each month. - submitted

0RVWO\ URXWLQH LWHPV DW 3RON &RXQW\ %RDUG PHHWLQJ $KOJUHQ ODQG GRQDWLRQ RQ DJHQGD by Gregg Westigard Leader staff writer BALSAM LAKE – Much of county board business is approving the routine agreements that keep the county government operating. The monthly meeting of the Polk County Board next Tuesday, March 19, has an agenda largely devoted to these routine items. The one unusual item is the acceptance of a piece of donated property. The county board meeting, at the government center in Balsam Lake, starts at 6 p.m. and opens with a period for public comments on any topic. The Ahlgren property donation, accepting 180 acres of land on the Balsam Branch River on Hwy. 8, will protect one mile of wetlands as a wildlife preserve. Janet Ahlgren initiated her offer to donate the family land in January 2011. County government works in conjunction with other levels of government to keep its many divisions going. Other agenda items Tuesday will transfer a piece of tax delinquent land to the village of Osceola, approve amendment to the county forest 15-year land use plan, approve a recreation aids agreement with the DNR, approve a multicounty agreement on hazardous waste collection, and approve a mutual aid agreement among the area medical examiners. In addition, the county may deny a $74 dog damage claim for the death of 50 chickens.

6FKRRO VDIHW\ IRFXV RI SXEOLF PHHWLQJ SIREN - Public input on safety in the Siren Public Schools will be gathered at a public meeting to be held Monday, March 18, at 6 p.m., at the Siren School auditorium. /RFDO RIĂ€FLDOV LQFOXGLQJ 6KHUiff Dean Roland and local police chiefs, will be on hand to answer questions regarding the safety of the schools. School policies will be discussed and suggestions taken. Those living in the Siren School District, particularly parents with children attending Siren Schools, are encouraged to attend. - with submitted information

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5HVLJQDWLRQ QRW ILULQJ UHPRYHG 1HVYROG IURP MDLO SRVW ( PDLO UHVLJQDWLRQ RU OHWWHU" &RXQW\ FODLPV LW V D OHWWHU EXW FDQ W UHOHDVH ZLWKRXW 1HVYROG V SHUPLVVLRQ by Carl Heidel Leader staff writer SIREN – The meeting of the Burnett County Public Safety committee Thursday, March 7, became contentious when the matter of the resignation of the jail administrator, Terry Nesvold, came up for discussion. Nesvold turned in his resignation Feb. 28, but rumors began to spread immediately claiming WKDW KH KDG EHHQ Ă€UHG As Supervisor Dale Dressel pressed for information in the matter, the conversation went in several directions. First he claimed that the resignation letter was only an e-mail that had not been signed. Sheriff Dean Roland responded that he had received a signed letter. Then Dressel said that he wanted to see the letter, but he was told that employment law would not allow him to see the letter since it had been placed in 1HVYROG¡V SHUVRQQHO Ă€OH 'UHVsel then talked about hiring a lawyer to deal with that law, and Supervisor Philip Lindeman

were legal steps that had to be taken in order to see the letter and suggested he take them. At that point, Burns assured Dressel that he would take the necessary actions to make it possible for Dressel to see the document. When Dressel said he would go with Burns after the meeting to see the letter, Burns explained that he could not show the letter after the meeting since the necessary steps had not yet been cleared. Dressel then threatened to take the entire matter to the /RQJWLPH %XUQHWW &RXQW\ -DLO state attorney general, and sug$GPLQLVWUDWRU 7HUU\ 1HVYROG KDV gested that Roland should talk UHVLJQHG KLV SRVLWLRQ 1HVYROG VDLG to the attorney general. Roland KH VHQW DQ H PDLO WR WKH VKHULII LQGL responded that he had already FDWLQJ KH SODQQHG WR UHVLJQ DQG WKH spent two hours consulting with VKHULII WRRN WKH H PDLO DV KLV UHVLJQD the attorney general two days WLRQ )LOH SKRWR before the public safety meeting. 7KH PDWWHU ÀQDOO\ FDPH WR D suggested that he talk to the Burnett County corporate attorney. rest as Burns assured Dressel And when Dressel suggested again that he would do what he that District Attorney William could to allow access to the resNorine should investigate the ignation letter. As the discussion moved to matter, he was informed that FRQVLGHUDWLRQ RI D UHTXHVW WR ÀOO the matter did not come within the position vacated by Nesvold, Norine’s jurisdiction. When Dressel continued to questions were raised about press for access to the resigna- the way the resignation was tion letter, Chief Deputy Scott handled. The resignation was Burns tried to explain that since accepted effective immediately the letter was in Nesvold’s even though, according to some, SHUVRQQHO ÀOH LW FRXOG QRW EH the intent had been to give two released without Nesvold’s per- weeks notice. Supervisors were concerned mission. Supervisor Gene Olson explained to Dressel that there that the immediate acceptance

cut Nesvold off from an additional two weeks’ pay and beneĂ€WV WKDW KH ZRXOG KDYH UHFHLYHG with a two-week notice. Roland said that the county’s human resources department had granted Nesvold the additional pay and EHQHĂ€WV KH ZRXOG KDYH UHFHLYHG ZLWK D WZR ZHHN QRWLĂ€FDWLRQ A motion to allow the request WR Ă€OO WKH MDLO DGPLQLVWUDWRU SRVLtion went to a vote with a four to two approval of the request. Supervisors Lindeman, Chell, Olson and Emmett Byrne voted yes, and Supervisors Dressel and Gene McLain voted no. In another matter, committee Chair Donald Chell reiterated his position regarding the county’s emergency dispatch services. “It needs to be separate from the jail,â€? he said. Chell alluded to warnings that the county could face serious lawsuits if present dispatch conditions continued. He said that the separation of dispatch and jail would keep the county away from those lawsuits. Chell said his position on the issue goes back more than 30 years to when he was county sheriff. “I said then that we should keep them separate,â€? he said.

$SULO HOHFWLRQ XSGDWHV 1R %ODLQH FRQWHVW 8QLW\ FDQGLGDWH GHDWK 2VFHROD VFKRRO UHIHUHQGXP 6FRWW QDPHV PLVVSHOOHG by Gregg Westigard Leader staff writer NORTHWEST WISCONSIN– These are corrections and additions to the April 2 elec-

tion preview. In addition, new write-in candidates are entering the races for blank ballot spots (See Write-in watch.) All candiGDWHV IRU HYHU\ RIÀFH ZLOO VRRQ be listed on the Leader Web site. Blaine: There is no contest in the Town of Blaine. A nominee for town treasurer did not accept the nomination. That leaves a single candidate on the ballot for each position. Unity School District: Loey :HEHU ZKR KDG ÀOHG DV D FDQGL-

date for the Unity School Board, died in late January. Her name will not be on the April ballot. The four candidates for three Unity School Board seats are James Beistle (I), Chad Stenberg (I), David Moore (I) and Patricia Kastens. Osceola School District: has a $3 million bonding referendum to fund renovation of the athletic complex. There will be a public informational meeting on the issue Wednesday, March 27, at

7 p.m. at the school. Details on the referendum including uses for the funds and the cost for property owners can be found on the district Web site: osceola. k12.wi.us. In the Town of Scott list of candidates in last week’s Leader, two names were spelled incorrectly. Doug McCreadie is the correct spelling for one of the town supervisor candidates, and Karen Wiggins is a candidate for town clerk.

:ULWH LQ HOHFWLRQV ZDWFK *UDQWVEXUJ &OHDU /DNH VFKRRO &OD\WRQ 'UHVVHU 7XUWOH /DNH by Gregg Westigard Leader staff writer NORTHWEST WISCONSIN – The villages of Grantsburg, Clayton, Dresser and Turtle Lake and the Clear Lake School Board have blank spots on the April 2 election ballots. In each election contest, no one filed for an open seat during the December nomination period or accepted a caucus nomination.

7KRVH RIÀFHV ZLOO EH ÀOOHG E\ write-in votes on election day. Write-in candidates must register their candidacy. That LQYROYHV ÀOLQJ D VLPSOH IRUP the campaign registration statement, with the village or school district clerk. Registering allows voters to know who is interested in the position and makes it easier for poll workers to know what write-in names to watch for. And registration is the law. Wisconsin statutes say that any person who desires votes in an election is a candidate and must register. There is no deadline for regis-

tering as a write-in, but a person is required to register as soon as intent is known.

&OHDU /DNH 6FKRRO %RDUG Thomas Levendoski has registered for the one open seat. *UDQWVEXUJ 9LOODJH WUXVWHH Diane Barton has registered for the one blank spot. There are three open board seats and two names on the ballot. Several people nominated at the caucus declined their nomination.

didate yet for one of the three trustee positions.

'UHVVHU YLOODJH WUXVWHH Richard Durand, Wayne Moberg, Kellie Stewart and Neil Gustafson have filed for the three open trustee positions, and there is now a contested ZULWH LQ 1R RQH ÀOHG WR UXQ LQ December. 7XUWOH /DNH 9LOODJH WUXVWHH There is no registered candidate yet for one of the three trustee positions.

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*UDQWVEXUJ 6FKRRO %RDUG UHQHZV VSRUWV FRRSHUDWLYHV ZLWK DUHD VFKRROV by Priscilla Bauer Leader staff writer GRANTSBURG – Having already approved the renewal of participation in the Wisconsin Interscholastic Athletic Association Hockey Co-op for boys and girls at their Feb. 25 meeting, the Grantsburg School Board moved to also approve the renewal of the WIAA Wrestling Co-op at the Monday, March 11, meeting. The hockey agreement allows for the making of a team with Grantsburg, Siren, Webster, Luck and Frederic students and the wrestling co-op allows for students from Grantsburg, Frederic, and Luck to form a team cooperatively. “The program is going very well,� commented Grantsburg Athletic Director Mike Amundson when asked by the board

to speak as to the merits of the co-op wrestling program. “We KDG Ă€YH ZUHVWOHUV WKLV \HDU ,W¡V been a worthwhile venture and meets the needs of the students.â€? Amundson said the only possible changes for the program might be the moving of practices to Frederic.

,Q RWKHU ERDUG EXVLQHVV Wayne Anderson appeared before the board during the public comments portion of the meeting. $QGHUVRQ DVNHG IRU FODULÀFDtion on statements issued by Superintendent Burgin and school board President Ahlquist, which appeared in the Burnett County Sentinel and Inter-County Leader in response to Anderson’s story on anonymous calls made to the school almost a

month ago in which the caller expressed disapproval of a proposed community education gun-making class. Anderson asked if the safety trainings Burgin referred to in her statement were instituted after the calls, to which Burgin replied the safety trainings had been going on since December. When Anderson continued to press Burgin and the board to further comment on the issue, he was told several times by both Burgin and Ahlquist that the matter had been dealt with properly and settled to the board’s and administration’s satisfaction weeks ago. “You seem to be minimizing this,â€? remarked Anderson. ´7ZR RIĂ€FLDO UHVSRQVHV KDYH been given,â€? answered Ahlquist. “The police department de-

termined there was no safety issue.� Anderson clearly wanted to continue to question the board and Burgin but was told by Ahlquist there would be no further comments or discussion on this issue and his allotted time for commenting was up. The board was reminded of several upcoming dates including a preliminary budget and staffing plan to be presented by the finance committee at the board’s Monday, March 25, meeting and the Tuesday, March 12, prebid meeting on the over $100,000 asphalt paving project for four school locations, the high school parking lot, the track, the elementary school sidewalks and Nelson Primary.

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6LUHQ 9LOODJH DGPLQLVWUDWRU UHVLJQV for the village in this, the information age, with the ever-expanding Internet, and the pace of needed projects facing the village has slowed. Since Shutt has anounced his resignaby Sherill Summer tion, Siren Clerk/Treasurer Ann Peterson Leader staff writer SIREN - Siren Village Administrator has indicated that she can take on some /Engineer Marty Shutt’s last day with of the additional work the administrator Siren Village is Friday, March 15. His has been doing, and Public Works Direcresignation surprised the village board. tor Mike Bentley has said that there were But now that the village will be without some things he used to do prior to havan administrator, the village board will ing an administrator/engineer on staff EH VORZ LQ ÀOOLQJ WKH SRVLWLRQ LI WKH\ ÀOO things he could do again. There have been four administrators in it at all. Village President Jan Hunter says the village since the position was created that she, for one, favors taking the time shortly after the tornado. to evaluate the need for an administrator now that Shutt is leaving the village. *RRVH URXQGXS The village has decided to proceed +XQWHU H[SODLQV WKDW EDFN ZKHQ 6LUHQ ÀUVW hired an administrator, shortly after the with a goose roundup later this year. The 2001 tornado ripped through Siren, she number of resident geese has been growwas a strong advocate for having an ad- ing at Crooked Lake Beach, and high levministrator on staff. Back then there were els of fecal coliform from goose droppings projects that needed to be done in the vil- closed the swimming beach for three lage, and it was unreasonable to expect weeks last year. Because the USDA has the village president or the village board determined most of the geese at the park to devote the time needed to get the proj- are resident geese and will return each ects started. But Hunter feels times have year to nest along with their nesting offchanged. It is easier to research options spring, the problem will only get worse.

ered that most of the resident geese nest in the wetlands surrounding the village, making this option ineffective. The roundup will take place when the ELUGV DUH LQ PROW DQG Ă LJKWOHVV XVXDOO\ the end of June to the beginning of July. The captured geese will be shipped to raptor centers, and the roundup will cost the village between $1,500 and $2,000. The roundup is not expected to capture all the geese, but is expected to get the population down to a manageable level.

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2WKHU EXVLQHVV The village board has decided that poOLFH RIÀFHU $DURQ %HQWOH\ VKRXOG EH SURmoted to sergeant. The promotion would allow Bentley to pursue management training. For now, the promotion does not come with a pay raise, but Bentley’s rate of pay would be evaluated after he ÀQLVKHG KLV PDQDJHPHQW WUDLQLQJ The Siren Chamber of Commerce diUHFWRU KDV ZRUNHG RXW RI WKH YLOODJH RIÀFH XQRIÀFLDOO\ VLQFH WKH GLUHFWRU SRVLWLRQ ZDV FUHDWHG LQ 1R PRUH 7KH RIÀFH VSDFH LQ WKH YLOODJH KDOO ZLOO QRZ EH RIÀcially part of the annual appropriation to the Siren Chamber of Commerce.

)UHGHULF SUHSDUHV IRU WLPEHU LPSURYHPHQW KDUYHVW by Mary Stirrat Leader staff writer FREDERIC — The village of Frederic will soon be seeking bids to harvest timber from the forest on the east side of Coon Lake, with an eye toward seeing the forest improved by encouraging growth of maple and other hardwoods. Janette Cain, forester with the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources, met with the village board at its regular monthly meeting Monday, March 11, providing information on the bidding process as well as the amount of timber expected to be harvested. All told, the 61-acre parcel of timber should yield more than 32,000 board feet of logs and about 225 cords of pulpwood. Basswood is the primary tree to be harvested for both logs and pulpwood. “I think it will be a very good harvest,â€? Cain told the board. “It will be a big FKDQJH RXW WKHUH EXW LW ZLOO EH D EHQHĂ€W in the long run.â€? 2QH ZD\ WKDW WKH IRUHVW ZLOO EHQHĂ€W from the harvest, she said, is that trees that are rotting or starting to rot will be taken down, preventing the possibility of them coming down during a windstorm. 7KHVH URWWLQJ WUHHV DUH LGHQWLĂ€HG E\ WKH presence of young trees sprouting at the base of the trunk. $QRWKHU EHQHĂ€W REYLRXVO\ LV WKH UHYenue that the harvest will generate for the village. Whoever is awarded the contract to harvest the timber is required to maintain the trails in the same or better condition as when they started, and some trees will

in 2011. She was a companion climber in a group that included 10 individuals with multiple sclerosis and four with Parkinson’s disease. • Police Chief Dale Johnson reported that an elderly woman in the community received a call from an individual claiming to be with the Texas Department of Health, noting that the call was a scam and that residents should not provide information if they receive a similar call.

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:LVFRQVLQ %RRNZRUP PDUNV \HDUV RI <RXQJ &KLOG /LWHUDF\ SURJUDP POLK COUNTY – Remember your favorite childhood storybook? For many people, a special children’s book was the spark that ignited a lifelong interest in reading and learning. Helping children discover good books DQG WKH EHQHĂ€WV RI UHDGLQJ LV WKH JRDO RI the Wisconsin Bookworms™ program, which celebrates its 15-year anniversary this year. The program provides eight free books per year to children who otherwise might not be able to own books. Wisconsin Bookworms™ is a partnership between the Wisconsin Association for Home and Community Education, University of Wisconsin-Extension Family Living programs and Wisconsin Public Television. Volunteer readers attend preschool classrooms and read books for the students. Each book comes with an activity VKHHW Ă€OOHG ZLWK VXJJHVWLRQV DQG LGHDV related to the story that families can do together. “Research shows reading to children at a young age increases their educational success. Our volunteers know this. They know, too, the joy and satisfaction they receive from bringing this program to young children,â€? comments Debra Dowen, WAHCE Wisconsin Book-

worms™ state coordinator. In addition to reading to children, free homemade Wiggle Worm bookmarks are provided for the children. When the early literacy program began in 1998, 16,500 books were distributed to Wisconsin children. That number has grown to over 42,000 in 2012. Dowen estimates over 620,000 books have been purchased and given to nearly 73,000 children over the past 15 years. Wisconsin Bookworms™ in Polk County serves 100 children. Volunteer readers dedicate time from their schedules to share their love of reading to Polk County’s children. Polk County’s WAHCE organization partners with area businesses to raise funds to purchase the book sets each child receives, according to Raylene Anderson, Wisconsin Bookworms™ chair of Polk County. Polk County HCE also distributes gently used children’s books to children at the Polk County Fair and at the Polk County HCE Christmas Fair. Parents whose children participate in Wisconsin Bookworms™ report that they talk more often with their children about books, spend time reading together and visit the public library. - submitted

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)RUJRWWHQ RLO WDQN WKURZV OLEUDU\ D FXUYH )XWXUH 0LOOWRZQ /LEUDU\ VLWH GLVFRYHU\ DGGUHVVHG LQ FORVHG VHVVLRQ by Greg Marsten Leader staff writer MILLTOWN – The Milltown Village Board approved a plan to move forward on the disposal of a possible hazardous remnant of a past era, as they held a closed-session meeting to discuss the strange discovery. The board went into a closed session after their regular monthly board meeting on Monday, March 11. They later approved a plan to address a remedy plan to remove the forgotten underground oil storage tank at the site of the likely future Milltown Public Library. The recently rediscovered oil storage tank lies somewhere beneath the tarmac beside the former grocery store that is set to be the new village library. According to library director Deanna Wheeler, the discovery came about during an engineering review of the vacant grocery store, as an engineer noticed suspicious piping, indicating a remnant fuel oil tank from decades past, before natural gas was available to the village. The building is currently owned by Central Bank, which took it over in a foreclosure in recent years. According to Wheeler, the bank has agreed to cover the cost of the tank’s disposal, as well as follow-up testing to make sure there is no residual contamination. However, in return, the bank has asked to adjust the previously agreed upon building purchase price by $10,000, to cover those costs and testing. “We have no idea when the tank was last used,â€? Wheeler said, noting that the engineering review found no other structural or engineering issues with the site. “We wouldn’t have known about it if they hadn’t noticed the piping inside the building.â€? The liability issues are front and center for the village, and while abandoned fuel tanks are a common issue, they ZHUH XVXDOO\ WDNHQ FDUH RI E\ EHLQJ HPSWLHG DQG Ă€OOHG ZLWK VDQG WR NHHS DQ\ JURXQG LQĂ€OWUDWLRQ RU FROODSVH 7KH tank in question was likely abandoned long before tank leaking became an issue for the Department of Natural Resources or the Environmental Protection Agency. “Nobody had any idea about the tank,â€? Wheeler said. “It wasn’t on anyone’s radar.â€? The village board agreed to the plan to adjust the price, although they would not be paying for the change. The costs would be covered by recent library fundraising efforts, which exceeded their initial goals of $125,000 by approximately $24,000. Wheeler said the excess donations come in part from a $100,000 donation by the Albert V. Ravenholt Foundation, with the rest coming from various donation sources. Wheeler said they needed board approval for the change, that it was critical for closing on the building to move forward. “We need to be sure there was no chance for (future)

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• The board approved the sealed bid of $4,502 from John Hagen of Amery for their retired 2005 Chevrolet police squad car. •There was quite a bit of discussion on a proposed chargeback of uncollected taxes from several local businesses, dating back to 2011. At issue was that several of the businesses are still in operation in the village. The uncollected past taxes now become a Polk County legal issue, where the village will be reimbursed for a portion of the total. 0DU\ 0LNXOD VWDQGLQJ ULJKW JDYH D VKRUW SUHVHQWDWLRQ RQ 0RQGD\ 0DUFK WR WKH 0LOOWRZQ The chargebacks include 9LOODJH %RDUG RQ WKH 'D\ )ULHQGV SURJUDP LQ %DOVDP /DNH 7KH SURJUDP LV PHDQW WR DVVLVW FDUHJLY three now defunct busiHUV ZLWK DFWLYLWLHV IRU SHRSOH ZLWK GHPHQWLD $O]KHLPHU V DQG EUDLQ LQMXULHV 3KRWR E\ *UHJ 0DUVWHQ nesses: Tire Experts, $264.30; HTR Gearing, $105.25; and Troy’s Flooring, $210.50. contamination,â€? she said. “There is a liability of possible Also on the chargeback list are businesses that still opercontamination. We just couldn’t have that.â€? ate in the village: Snap Fitness, $261.96; Riverview CaterThe agreement with the bank will need a green light ing, $175.41; and Forester Septic, $121.62, which is still in from the village attorney, with the removal to take place operation, but no longer in Milltown. a short time later. “I just don’t get the ones (businesses) that are still op“Hopefully, we can then get on to the next stage,â€? erating,â€? stated village President LuAnn White on com:KHHOHU VDLG QRWLQJ WKDW WKH RQFH WKH EXLOGLQJ LV RIĂ€FLDOO\ ments from several trustees, critical of the proposal to purchased, the library and village can pursue engineering charge back the delinquent bills. “I know it’s a process, schematic plans, grant funding and continue with other but really there’s not a thing we can do about it.â€? plans. “We really can’t do anything more until it’s been Several of the trustees said the village should have a purchased.â€? general policy of not doing any business with an operation that refuses to pay their property taxes, but they took ,Q RWKHU ERDUG DFWLRQ no action on that suggestion. • The board met with Unity Middle School student “Really, why do we (the village) want to do business Matt Peterson on a proposed Eagle Scout project, which with them, if they won’t do business with us?â€? asked may need to be adjusted. Initially, Peterson was hoping Trustee Pete Peterson with a shake of his head. “It’s just to organize and coordinate a fundraising 5K running race not right.â€? this coming summer during the Fishermen’s Party. The The board approved the chargebacks, meaning the colUDFH ZDV PHDQW WR EHQHĂ€W WKH 0LOOWRZQ /LEUDU\ ZKLFK 3H- OHFWLRQ SURFHVV PRYHV WR WKH FRXQW\ DWWRUQH\¡V RIĂ€FH terson said was “essential to his youth.â€? • The board approved a broad amendment to their vilHowever, the plan became clouded when Peterson was lage ordinances, essentially correcting an oversight that informed that his Eagle Scout plan cannot be a fundraiser, did not allow them to prosecute for theft under $500. The as it did not meet the criteria. PRGLĂ€FDWLRQ PHDQV WKH YLOODJH QR ORQJHU KDV WR WXUQ WR WKH Peterson appeared before the full board to entertain county for prosecution. other ideas or suggestions, and one that surfaced was Past reference to theft was vague and unclear, according to build new ballot boxes for village voting, although WR WKH YLOODJH RIĂ€FLDOV 7KH FKDQJH IROORZV DGYLFH IURP WKH Wheeler said he may still try to do something with the village attorney. race, with adjustments to meet the Scouts’ requirements. • The board approved a $1,500 annual contribution to ´:H¡UH KDSS\ WR Ă€QG VRPHWKLQJ WKDW ZLOO ZRUN ZLWK operations of the Milltown Cemetery, as in the past. him, as well as increase awareness for the library,â€? • Mary Mikula, of the Day Friends program in Balsam Wheeler said. Lake, did a presentation video on the program, which is • The board approved the purchase of a new heavy- meant to assist caregivers of people with dementia, Alduty village dump truck and custom box. They approved zheimer’s and traumatic brain injuries. Mikula is the exa bid of $78,902 for a 2014 Freightliner chassis from River- ecutive director of the program, which operates out of a states Truck and Trailer in Roberts, with a Monroe Equip- wing of the county Endeavors Building. ment 11-yard, lined dump box with vibrating attachment The presentation was meant to raise awareness of the for an additional $45,254. SURJUDP IRU ORFDO OHDGHUV DQG ZDV WKH Ă€UVW WLPH VHYHUDO There were a total of three chassis bids and two custom people had heard of their operation, which began last box bids. year. • Longtime village Police Chief Andy Anderson announced to the board that he will be retiring from his position on Jan. 1, 2014, which is his 20-year anniversary. Anderson is the latest in a number of recent changes of local police chiefs and is among the longest serving local Private Pilot Written Test Prep Classes chiefs in the region. Take The First Step To Become A Pilot

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&HQWXULD FRQVLGHUV DEDQGRQHG UDLO ODQG by Greg Marsten Leader staff writer CENTURIA – The abandonment of former railroad easements by the SOO Line over two decades ago led to an unusual discovery by a Centuria couple who owns property along that line, which they brought to the attention of the Centuria Village Board at their regular meeting on Monday, March 11. Chad Lien, of Centuria, brought up that they had discovered a February 1989 letter from the village attorney addressing the former property owner of their land at 117 Wisconsin Ave. That letter referenced the handling of former railroad lands beside the line, which were being “conveyed EHWZHHQ IRXU RU Ă€YH UHVLGHQWV Âľ DOORZLQJ them to add land that was formerly part of the railroad easements on the abandoned line. In essence, the SOO Line gave the lands back to the village, with the apparent possibility of the village deeding the lands back to the land owners to allow them to “square upâ€? their parcels or lots. “Unfortunately, the residents in 1989 did not take advantage of this opportunity and therefore the land sits vacant,â€? Lien said. Village clerk Judi Jepsen said the village did have several property owners who were given the opportunity, at the time, “But only one person took the village up on the offer,â€? Jepsen said. “The property owner (at 117 Wisconsin) chose not to do it.â€? Lien suggested that he and the village ZRXOG ERWK EHQHĂ€W IURP VXFK D GHDO VWLOO as the property owners would have a larger lot for possible improvements, and the village would gain an increase in assessed value. “We hope that we would be able to square it off; it is an irregular lot,â€? Lien said. Village President Dave Markert noted that the village did have an established railroad committee, at the time, addressing issues of the line abandonment, but they found few records addressing the land conveying, except reference to the issue in 1991 village board minutes and again in 1992. The board minutes from a Feb. 3, 1992, village board meeting stated that â€œâ€Ś anyone on the east side may have what they need to square up their property at no cost but they have to pay for the abstract charge and registration.â€? The village would maintain easement rights for water and sewer, and would keep 60 feet of land for a possible future street. Markert suggested those old board

minutes suggested the village wanted to keep any structures off the former easements but, beyond that, was unclear on intent. Lien said the recently 'DYH 5DVPXVVHQ RI 06$ d i s c o v e r e d 1989 letter (QJLQHHULQJ from the village attorney noted the complexity of the issue, stating the whole conveyment “is SURYLQJ WR EH PRUH FRPSOH[ WKDQ Ă€UVW thought.â€? He said they realized as much, and asked for no immediate action. “There is no urgency,â€? Lien said. “We were told it might take some time.â€? The village board referred the issue to WKH &HQWXULD Ă€QDQFH FRPPLWWHH DV ZHOO DV the village attorney, with further investigation by the village assessor to see if the village really would gain from the conveying in assessed value. Note that the village’s handling of the land conveying and no-structure decision in 1989 may have been to address an issue that has resurfaced in nearby parts of the region recently with frac sand mining and hauling. That issue is that even with the conveying or sale of former rail lines back to former owners or municipal bodies, rail lines maintain the option to repurchase lands, plus nominal interest, for up to 100 years after the abandonment, meaning the land could one day be converted back to a functioning rail line. That 100-year option issue is commonly addressed during road and bridge construction crossing rail lines as they must be assumed as future rail lines, at any time during that 100-year window.

$45,000. Monarch’s low bid was $593,351.40, which Rasmussen said was about $34,000 less than their earlier estimate. The board chose the Monarch bid, and also followed the village electric commission’s suggestion to go with LED lighting, but not with the decorative light poles, which would cost approximately $83,000 more than base lighting. The split on the costs of the project is $291,603 for street work, which includes curb/gutter and sidewalks, and the remaining portion is for electric and lighting work, which Rasmussen said would be 25 percent covered by the electric commission. The board approved the project bids, which Markert said will commence soon. “We’ll get going, with it all done before Memory Days,â€? Markert said. • The board appointed Kyle Peterson to the electric commission. • The board approved the sale of a water FRROHU KHDWHU IRU WKH YLOODJH RIĂ€FH DW D cost of just under $400, as opposed to a long-term lease or rental option. • Police Chief John DuBois said his department is now wearing body cams during all personal contacts, which is meant to limit disputes on interactions and for report and statement writing, as well as for the department’s protection on disputes or allegations. DuBois also said they are reviewing future squad car options, as one of their cars nears replacement time. He also said they have received recently purchased computer equipment, and that it is being programmed at the time. He said it should be completed by July. • DuBois also said they are moving forward with an issue regarding the property at 410-414 Fourth St., where property maintenance issues have surfaced, mainly regarding broken windows, a dangerous street facade and garbage in the back. The

structure was a cafe/ restaurant at one time, but has since been converted to apartments on the upper level and a vacant business on the street level. DuBois said the property owner has not responded to their re&HQWXULD UHVLGHQW &KDG /LHQ quests, so UHDG D OHWWHU DGGUHVVLQJ WKH it will be LVVXH RI IRUPHU UDLO OLQH ODQGV referred to the village WKDW DUH DGMDFHQW WR KLV YLOODJH building in- SURSHUW\ +H LV VHHNLQJ WR DGG spector for WKH ODQGV WR KLV SDUFHO SHU D action. Du- RIIHU WKDW SUHYLRXV RZQ Bois said HUV ZHUH JLYHQ z 3KRWRV E\ that the in- *UHJ 0DUVWHQ spector may require repairs, and if there continues to be no response, the village may force the repairs in court, or they may seek an order to demolish the property as a public safety hazard. The board gave their support and noted how the property has had little or no maintenance for years. • There was some discussion, but no action, on village promotion at several levels. Markert said there is a resident who has volunteered to create a promotional outline for the village, to advertise event dates and activities as well as possible business options and the like. The issue will be addressed further at the next board meeting.

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8QLW\ JRHV ORFDO IRU ,QWHUQHW SURYLGHU by Mary Stirrat Leader staff writer BALSAM LAKE — Hoping to get better service along ZLWK WKH EHQHĂ€W RI D ORFDO SURYLGHU WKH 8QLW\ 6FKRRO Board of Education voted Tuesday evening, March 12, to get Internet service from Lakeland Communications. District Administrator Brandon Robinson told the board that the district had sought bids for broadband services and was approached by Lakeland with a bid that was competitive with the current provider, wisnet.com. Plus, he added, Lakeland does not have the membership fee required by wisnet. “We’ve been somewhat concerned with the service we’ve been receiving from wisnet,â€? Robinson told the board. “We’ve been seeing about one-half the speed we purchased.â€? Going with a local provider, he said, with local customer service and at a better price, would mean better service in regards to speed and dependability. Lakeland Communication’s Todd Roehm was at the meeting, and he told the board that Lakeland is committed to providing the bandwidth they promise. He said he was surprised at how technologically advanced the district is, noting that bandwidth will be a very important factor for the school “We really look at it as a partnership,â€? he said. “I think LW¡V D SHUIHFW Ă€W Âľ Unity’s annual contract with wisnet is expiring, said Robinson, so now is the perfect time to make the switch.

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with three other electives including swimming, Spanish, enrichment, the arts, physical education and mini classes yet to be announced. The June session for middle school students will be a continuation of Success and Achievement, with a selection of three enrichment courses offered in July. High school summer school will consist of driver’s education, &KDQJLQJ JUDGXDWLRQ UHTXLUHPHQWV remedial English, physical education electives and art. Changes in federal law and an effort to provide Unity The art elective, as well as water engineering, are being VWXGHQWV ZLWK PRUH Ă H[LELOLW\ LQ FKRRVLQJ FODVVHV WKDW Ă€W offered in cooperation with the Lamar Community Centheir interests have resulted in several proposed changes ter. to the district’s graduation requirements. Throughout the summer, said Fugate, elective physical 6L[WK JUDGHU +DOOLH $OOHQ DWWHQGHG WKH 7XHVGD\ 0DUFK High school Principal Jason Cress outlined the proPHHWLQJ RI WKH 8QLW\ 6FKRRO %RDUG DQG GHPRQVWUDWHG VRPH RI education courses such as instructional basketball, footposed changes, including a reduction in the number of WKH ZD\V VKH LV XVLQJ ZLWK L3DG LVVXHG E\ WKH GLVWULFW DV SDUW RI ball and weightlifting will be offered. Red Cross swimcredits required for graduation from 27 to 26, which is ming lessons will be part of the daily schedule for all still above the state requirement. The reason for the de- LWV LQLWLDWLYH 7KH LQLWLDWLYH SURYLGHG DQ L3DG IRU HDFK VWXGHQW students in grades one through eight. LQ JUDGHV VL[ WKURXJK :LWK WHDFKHU *UHJ 3DXOVHQ SURYLGLQJ crease, he said, is to accommodate the implementation of a common study hall hour to allow staff and students the EDFN XS VXSSRUW VKH VKRZHG WKH ERDUG KRZ VKH XVHV WKH L3DG 2WKHU EXVLQHVV IRU PDWK ZULWLQJ VFLHQFH DQG RWKHU SURMHFWV +HU GHPRQVWUD opportunity to address achievement issues. • The board accepted the resignation of Shawn Perkins Two of the changes, a one-credit increase in science WLRQ ZDV SDUW RI D ODUJHU SUHVHQWDWLRQ RQ WKH GLVWULFW V WHFKQRO as assistant football coach and Kari Nelson as C-squad RJ\ SURJUDP (LJKWK JUDGH WHDFKHU 6KDZQ 3HUNLQV UHSRUWHG RQ from two to three credits and a decrease in physical eduvolleyball coach. cation from the current 1.8 credits to 1.5 credits, are both PLGGOH VFKRRO XVH RI WKH L3DGV DQG $GDP %HYHU DQG &DURO .OLQH • During the time for public comment, Larry JohnUHSRUWHG RQ XVH LQ WKH KLJK VFKRRO in line with new federal requirements. Already, Cress son asked the board about rumors that next year there said, 85 percent of Unity’s graduating Class of 2013 will 6XPPHU VFKRRO would be no talking allowed in the halls between classes have earned three or more credits in science. The addition of some hands-on classes during summer in the high school. He also said that the bottom steps of No changes are being proposed to the current require- school should make it an interesting and relevant time the new auditorium seating are a hazard. Board Presiments of four credits each in language arts and social for students, according to elementary school Principal dent Debbie Peterson said the matters would be looked studies. The requirement of 1.5 credits in vocational edu- Zach Fugate’s report to the board. into and the school would get back to Johnson with a cation, however, would be removed, and vocational ed This year, he said, electives in the areas of math and response. would be included in the options for 10 required elective reading will bring together academic skills with real life • Robinson reviewed for the board the types of assesscredits. In addition to vocational ed classes, said Cress, learning in ways that students will enjoy. For example, ments used at the different grade levels and why they are classes in the areas of music, art and foreign language in a water engineering math class for second- through used. The district has an assessment plan, he said, addcould be used to reach the 10 elective credits, along with fourth-graders, students will design and create a one- ing, “We don’t want to test them just to test them.â€? The extra credits earned in the required areas like math, sci- person boat. data is analyzed to make decisions that will improve stuence, physical education, English and social studies. “We want to get the students highly engaged in things dent achievement, he said, on an individual level classComments from the board included a concern regard- they’re interested in,â€? Fugate told the board. room level, and a schoolwide level. ing the reduction in required physical education credits. • The board approved a $500 membership in WisconTwo summer school sessions are being planned. The While federal standards may require only the 1.5 credits, Ă€UVW ZLOO EH -XQH DQG WKH VHFRQG ZLOO EH -XO\ sin Rural Schools Alliance, an organization that advosaid board President Debbie Peterson, the level of obe6WXGHQWV LQ NLQGHUJDUWHQ DQG Ă€UVW JUDGH ZLOO IRFXV RQ cates for and represents rural school districts at the state sity in the nation indicates that more physical education project-based thematic weeks, rotating to be with a dif- level. Unity has experienced a 15-percent decline in state ZRXOG EH EHQHĂ€FLDO ferent teacher each week. Kindergartners will remain funding for each of the past six years, said Robinson, and The idea of eliminating the credit requirement in vo- ´VHOI FRQWDLQHGÂľ WKURXJKRXW WKH GD\ ZKLOH Ă€UVW JUDGHUV now is supported by only 14-percent state aid. “Rural cational education also raised questions, and the board will meet for reading and math and rotate for electives. schools have been taking it on the chin,â€? agreed board voted to table a vote on the changes until next month. Students in second, third and fourth grades will choose member Dave Moore. “I think we need to be part of a a math and reading elective that is project-based, along bigger group.â€?

0HWK OHDGV WR EL]DUUH DOOHJDWLRQV by Greg Marsten Leader staff writer COMSTOCK – Police were called to a bizarre incident in rural Comstock in eastern Polk County on the afterQRRQ RI 6XQGD\ 0DUFK ZKHUH D ÀUHDUP PD\ KDYH been involved in a dispute as a woman was moving out of a cabin. When Polk County sheriff’s deputies arrived on the scene, they detained three people immediately, and ZHUH WROG WKH UHSRUWLQJ SDUW\ KDG à HG RXW LQWR WKH ZRRGV 2IÀFHUV IROORZHG IRRWSULQWV LQWR D ZRRGHG DUHD where they found Leslie Johnson, 30, Comstock, standing beside a tree. She claimed that while she was loading her items into

a moving van, with the assistance of the three people, they had threatened to kill her and pulled out a handJXQ ZKLFK LV ZK\ VKH FDOOHG DQG WKHQ Ă HG LQWR WKH woods. $FFRUGLQJ WR WKH SUREDEOH FDXVH UHSRUW Ă€OHG ZLWK WKH VKHULII¡V RIĂ€FH IXUWKHU LQWHUYLHZV RI WKH YDULRXV SDUWLHV found Johnson’s claim to be “completely fabricated,â€? the UHSRUWLQJ RIĂ€FHU ZURWH The deputy also noticed that Johnson had glassy eyes and rapid emotional changes. She said there were other people in the residence and that they had threatened her with a handgun, as well. 2IĂ€FHUV VHDUFKHG WKH EXLOGLQJ DQG IRXQG QRERG\ HOVH hiding, and also found no handgun.

Letters 7KH &RQJUHVVLRQDO %XGJHW 2IĂ€FH HVWLPDWHV WKH WRWDO cost at $811 billion with funds still being spent on onThe U.S. spent $767 billion “rebuildingâ€? Iraq, after going projects. President Bush handed over the taxour senseless war ordered by George W. Bush, to im- payer money as a gift to the country with no oversight. Now with the war winding down in Afghanistan, I press and outdo his father. Stewart Bowen, the special inspector general for hope the present administration learns from the mess ,UDT LQ KLV Ă€QDO UHSRUW WR WKH &RQJUHVV VWDWHG ´6LQFH the Republican president and Congress created in Iraq, the invasion a decade ago this month, the United States and does not make the same mistakes and hand over has spent too much money in Iraq for too few results. more money to the equally corrupt Karzai administraThe reconstruction effort “grew to a size much larger tion. The money wasted in the last 10 years of war then was ever anticipatedâ€? and “not enough was ac- could have rebuilt the infrastructure of the United States and saved thousands of lives, and we would complished for the size of the funds expended.â€? In 2003, Bush asked for $20 billion in addition to not need the ongoing sequestering of national funds the $2.4 billion already appropriated to help, as Bush to balance the budget. claimed, stabilize an ally that could gain economic inDarrel Mathieu dependence and reap global investments. Luck The results today are rampant corruption and inSource: Star Tribune 3-07-13 pg. A4 reprinted from AsĂ€JKWLQJ QHDU GDLO\ ERPELQJV RQH IRXUWK RI WKH FRXQtry in poverty, no reliable electricity or clean water. sociated Press by Lara Jakes.

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However, they did discover a bag of methamphetamine in the woman’s back pocket, which later led to felony possession of methamphetamine charges, as well DV PLVGHPHDQRU UHVLVWLQJ RU REVWUXFWLRQ RI DQ RIÀFHU Johnson was also wanted on warrants from three counties, Polk, Burnett and Eau Claire. She appeared in court on March 11, where Judge Molly GaleWyrick set a $2,500 cash bond and preliminary hearing for March 13. Johnson has an extensive criminal history, including multiple drug, forgery, paraphernalia possession, bribery, assault, domestic assault, battery, DUI, criminal damage to property and obstruction charges. She remained in jail at press time.

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by  Gregg  Westigard Leader  staff  writer GRANTSBURG – A large hole has been discovered under the sidewalk in front of 121 W. Madison Ave., the old Ben Franklin building in downtown Grantsburg. The KROH H[WHQGV RXW Ă€YH IHHW IURP DQ RSHQLQJ in the basement wall of the building, according to village public works director Chris Bartlett. That means that only three feet of sidewalk has dirt underneath it, he says, with a 4-foot drop under the sidewalk. The stretch of sidewalk has been blocked off until repairs are made. The sidewalk hole was on the agenda of the Grantsburg Village Board at its monthly meeting Monday, March 11. The council authorized notifying Robert Steinke, the owner of the building, that the building must be structurally repaired in order for the sidewalk to be reinforced and replaced. The problem was brought to the attention of the village last week by Vincent Zilka. Zilka has been interested in renting the building and discovered the problem when inspecting the space. He said in an e-mail that the problem was probably caused when coal chutes were improperly removed. Zilka says no repairs were made to the foundation of the building at that time, and the basement wall is sagging into the hole. Bartlett says the building wall PXVW EH Ă€[HG EHIRUH WKH KROH LV Ă€OOHG While Grantsburg’s mini sinkhole has an interesting part of the meeting, the council also took action on ambulance as-

sociation fee structure, swimming pool repairs and pay for election workers.

$PEXODQFH FRVWV The ambulance item regards how the ambulance service costs are divided among the 18 towns and three villages in Burnett County that contract with North Memorial for emergency services. The cost is now divided based on population. A proposal has been presented that would shift the fees to a formula that is based on property value as well as population. Grantsburg council member Glenn Rolloff, who presented the plan, says that this ZRXOG UHà HFW WKH VHUYLFH XVH E\ VXPPHU residents in parts of the county. These residents are not counted in the census, but WKHLU SUHVHQFH LV UHà HFWHG LQ WKH YDOXH RI property in some parts of Burnett County. Under the proposal, the municipal fees would start at an 80-percent population / 20-percent valuation split in 2014 and end in a 50-percent / 50-percent split in 2017. Under the proposal, six municipalities would have a yearly fee increase of over $1,000 in 2014, and six would have a decrease of $1,000 or more. The six with the highest increased fees would be paid by Jackson, Oakland, Scott, Swiss, Union and Webb Lake. The largest decreases would be in the Towns of Grantsburg, Meenon and Wood River, and the three villages, Grantsburg, Siren and Webster. The total increase in 2014 for WKH ÀUVW VL[ ZRXOG EH ZKLOH WKH total decrease for the other six would be $23,700. Nine towns would pay roughly the same. The total ambulance association cost in 2014 under the new contract will be $672,450. As the payment distribution shifts over the years, the annual payment for

'HPRFUDF\ FDPSDLJQ FRPLQJ WR 3RON &RXQW\ BALSAM LAKE – Mike McCabe, exHFXWLYH GLUHFWRU RI WKH QRQSURĂ€W :LVFRQsin Democracy Campaign, will speak on Thursday evening, March 21, in the west conference room of the Polk County Government Center in Balsam Lake. The title of his 7 p.m. talk will be “The Fight of Our Lives: Overcoming Threats to Democracy Not Seen Before in Living Memory.â€? The public is invited. The Wisconsin Democracy Campaign has been called one of the state’s most important watchdogs for open and honest government. Organized in 1995, WDC describes its mission as “ ... reinforcing and protecting the values of honesty, fairness, transparency, accountability, citizen participation, competition, and respect for constitutional rights and the rule of law.â€? This event is sponsored by the Polk County Democratic Party. - from the Polk County Democratic Party

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$ GHHS KROH KDV EHHQ GLVFRYHUHG XQGHU WKH VLGHZDON LQ GRZQWRZQ *UDQWVEXUJ the village of Grantsburg would drop from $57,200 in 2014 to $49,000 in 2017, a drop of $8,000. On the other hand, Webb Lake’s payment would rise from $22,000 to $34,500, a $12,000 increase. The decision on the new ambulance contract and the proposed method of distributing the payments will be made at the April 25 meeting of the Burnett Towns Association.

burg swimming pool are now covered by the village, by the Grantsburg School District through its community fund, and by user fees and pool memberships. Village election workers are getting a pay increase, bringing their wages in line with the wages received in other county towns and villages. Election inspectors will now be paid $9 per hour, and the chief inspector will get $10 per hour.

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'3, VXSHULQWHQGHQW FDQGLGDWHV RQ :37 STATEWIDE - Wisconsin Public Television’s weekly news program, “Here and Now,� will host a discussion with the candidates running for Wisconsin Superintendent of Public Instruction in the nonpartisan April 2 election. Incumbent Wisconsin Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Evers and challenger Rep. Don Pridemore will appear in a special edition of “Here and Now� airing 7:30 p.m. Friday, March 22, on WPT. The program also will be simulcast at wisconsinvote.org on the Web.

During the 30-minute program, the candidates will present their viewpoints on education policies and issues in a question-and-answer discussion moderated by “Here and Now� anchor Frederica Freyberg. Wisconsin Public Television is a place to grow through learning on WHA-TV, Madison; WPNE-TV, Green Bay; WHRM-TV, Wausau; WLEF-TV, Park Falls; WHLATV, La Crosse; and WHWC-TV, Menomonie-EauClaire. - from WPT

&LW\ RI 6W &URL[ )DOOV :HE VLWH JHWV D PDNHRYHU ST. CROIX FALLS - The city of St. Croix Falls invites the community to view and use their new and improved city Web page at cityofstcroixfalls.com. The new Web site has been designed to provide the ultimate user-friendly experience with improved navigation and functionality throughout, allowing citizens, potential residents and business owners, and visitors to access detailed trail, contact and department information as well as updated council minutes and agendas. At the Monday, Feb. 25, city council meeting, St. Croix Falls Mayor Brian Blesi commented on the improvements that are being made to the city Web site by Cole Zrostlik, the youth services librarian who has taken over the job. “It looks great,� observed Blesi.

“I am attempting to make the site as user-friendly, informative and inclusive as possible,â€? said Zrostlik. “I’ve been working with the feedback of the council and community members to put as much useful information into the site as possible without making it too complicated that a XVHU ZRXOG Ă€QG LW LQWLPLGDWLQJ DQG ,¡P still very open to suggestions. We hope to stay up-to-date as far as news and information, and I’m superexcited about the new calendar feature which feeds from the library and the city—our city is a happening place, and we want visitors and FLWL]HQV DOLNH WR VHH WKDW Âľ The Web page is still under construction; suggestions, as well as photo and event submissions are welcome, and can be sent through the site. - submitted

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by Chuck Quirmbach Wisconsin Public Radio STATEWIDE - An uptick in hiring is expected in Wisconsin over the next three months, according to the latest quarterly jobs forecast from the Milwaukee-based ManpowerGroup. The survey shows that 22 percent of Wisconsin employers expect to add workers during the second quarter of this year, while only 4-percent plan layoffs. ManpowerGroup Vice President Melanie Holmes says holding a job seems to be getting easier. “Last quarter in Wisconsin, 10 percent of the employers that we spoke with planned to decrease, so this is a much

better quarter.â€? But Wisconsin employers are not exactly bullish on adding workers. Nearly three-quarters either plan no change in hiring or are uncertain of their plans. Still, Holmes says job seekers appear to have it better than in some years. “So as a job VHHNHU RYHU RQH LQ Ă€YH SODQ WR LQFUHDVH their staff and are hiring, so this may be a good time.â€? The Wisconsin hiring picture is slightly better than the national forecast. But across the United States, all states and industry sectors have a positive hiring outlook for the next three months.

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Area athletes finish strong at NCAA D3 Nationals Three earn allőAmerican honors

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NAPERVILLE, Ill. – Former Leader Land athletes attending different Wisconsin universities came together at the NCAA Division 3 national championship indoor track meet in Naperville, Ill., on Friday and Saturday, March 8-9, with all three coming away with all-American honors. After winning the Wisconsin Intercollegiate Athletic Conference championship in the heptathlon a week earlier, and also setting a UW-Stout record with 5,132 points, former Frederic athlete Zach Anderson did it again at nationals. He once again broke the school record with 5,167 points, and earned all-American honors LQ WKH KHSWDWKORQ ZLWK D VHFRQG SODFH ÀQish. Also competing in the heptathlon was Webster’s Brian Thill, who landed a sixthSODFH ÀQLVK IRU 8: 6WHYHQV 3RLQW ZLWK 4,905 points, and all-American honors as well. And for UW-Eau Claire, former Luck athlete Roger Steen competed in the shot put, taking third overall to earn his

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Ă€UVW HYHU DOO $PHULFDQ KRQRU LQ KLV Ă€UVW time competing at the national level. Anderson completed his second-place Ă€QLVK LQ WKH KHSWDWKORQ ZKLFK FRQVLVWV of seven different events, in dramatic fashion. On Friday, he competed in the 60-meter dash, taking eighth overall with a time of 7.31 seconds, followed by a distance of 20 feet, 11.25 inches in the long jump for ninth place. He then completed the shot put in fourth place with a throw of 38 feet, 8.75 inches, before wrapping up Friday’s events in the high jump with a mark of 6 feet, .50 inches. 2Q 6DWXUGD\ $QGHUVRQ Ă€QLVKHG WKH PHWHU KXUGOHV LQ Ă€IWK ZLWK D WLPH RI seconds, and sixth in the pole vault with a mark of 14 feet, 9 inches for second place. %XW LW ZDV WKH Ă€QDO UXQ LQ WKH PHWHUV where Anderson went from sixth place to second with a run of 2 minutes, 40 secRQGV WR WDNH Ă€UVW SODFH DQG VHFRQG SODFH overall in the event. 7KLOO¡V VL[WK SODFH Ă€QLVK FDPH ZLWK DQ WK SODFH Ă€QLVK LQ WKH PHWHU GDVK with a time of 7.51, and 12th place mark in the 1,000-meter run with a time of 2:57.38. Thill was 12th in the 60-meter hurdles with a time of 9.13, and he took third in the high jump with a mark of 6 feet, 4

••• CLERMONT, Fla., – Former Pirate softball standout Michelle Lund pitched a pair of wins for the Winona State Warriors softball team recently on a spring trip to the National Training Center in Clermont, Fla. Lund ÀUVW SLWFKHG DJDLQVW Concordia, N.Y., for a 15-2 win, giving up one run, a walk along with one strikeout in two innings. Michelle Lund Lund got the start in the next game held March 7, and picked up the win over the University of The Sciences, Pa., in a complete game for the 7-2 win, allowing six hits, two walks with seven strikeouts. Then on March 9, Lund pitched a two-hitter for the Warriors against Hillsdale College, Mich., for a 5-0 win, while striking out three. Then on March 10, Lund pitched a complete game against St. Thomas Aquinas, N.Y., but took the 3-2 loss. She held St. 7KRPDV VFRUHOHVV WKURXJK ÀYH LQQLQJV but gave up a run in the sixth and two more in the bottom of the seventh for the loss. Lund did not give up a walk while striking out six. Winona State ÀQLVKHG WKHLU JDPHV DW WKH 1DWLRQDO 7UDLQLQJ &HQWHU LQ )ORULGD ZLWK ÀYH wins and three losses. The Warriors are now 13-3 for the 2013 season. – Marty Seeger with submitted information ••• SUPERIOR – The UW-Superior Yellowjackets men’s baseball team has a trio of area talent on the roster this season including Siren’s Christian Hall, Matt Vold of St. Croix Falls and Unity’s Brady Flaherty. The Yellowjackets season got under way at the Metrodome in Minneapolis, Minn., when they were swept in two losses to Augsburg College, 7-2 and 5-1. In WKH ÀUVW JDPH 9ROG D WKLUG EDVHPDQ went 1 for 3, while Flaherty, the team’s catcher singled and later scored on a base hit. The Yellowjackets will play a doubleheader against St. John’s University this Thursday, March 14, in Minneapolis, before hitting the road to Tucson, Ariz., where they’ll spend the next eight days. – Marty Seeger with submitted information ••• LEADER LAND – Leader Sports strives to follow the college careers of area athletes. If you know of an athlete playing collegiate sports in 2013, who hasn’t been mentioned, send us an email or call and we’ll take it from there. – Marty Seeger

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Ninth-annual All-Leader boys basketball team by Marty Seeger and Greg Marsten Leader staff writers LEADER LAND – Despite not getting any West Lakeland boys basketball teams through to the state tournament in 2013, there’s no doubt that many teams will have a year to remember, including the Unity Eagles amazing run to the sectional Ă€QDO DQG /XFN DQG *UDQWVEXUJ¡V EDWWOH for conference supremacy. This year’s ninth-annual All-Leader boys basketball team’s proved to be another challenge in the selection process, especially since only two players returned to the list from last season. Many

teams seemingly got a fresh new start and fortunately, there are many talented players returning next season, particularly with the Unity Eagles, who will likely make a big push for the conference title under coach Shaun Fisher, who deserves a nod as Leader Land coach of the year. And while there isn’t a chosen rookie of the year, you can bet that Unity freshman Logan Bader had a rookie season worth noting, and will be fun to watch over the next three seasons. Next week, it will be the girls turn as All-Leader girls basketball teams will be featured in the Inter-County Leader.

Honorable Mentions Frederic Chris Schorn, Austin Kurkowski

St. Croix Falls Niko Neumann, Dylan Lynch

Grantsburg Joe Gaffney, Jacob Wald

Siren Will Barr, Reuben Mixsooke

Luck Brodie Kunze, Trent Strapon Dylan LeMay

Unity Logan Bader, Dakota Ward Webster Jacob Sargent, Michael Johnson

All-Leader First Team selections Name: Kyle Hunter School: Luck Comments: Coach Rick Giller called “Catfish� Hunter his MVP this season. He did everything for the Cards, working as hard as anyone in the conference, while also shooting over 60 percent from the floor, often cleaning up on missed shots. Few players in recent years worked as hard at all times, and while hardly a giant, he played as large as any senior in the conference.

Kyle Hunter Luck

Name: David St. John School: Siren Comments: St. John was another area West Lakeland forward, who helped lead his Dragons team in points with a nearly 20point average and a pile of rebounds to go along with it throughout the season. The junior was tough under the basket and couldn’t be pushed around easily, and by next season, St. John could be giving the oppostion even more fits under the basket.

David St. John Siren

John Denny Luck

Name: John Denny School: Luck Comments: In spite of being the tallest player in the conference, the senior was also one of the best outside shooters anywhere. A master rebounder with solid timing, he helped expand Luck’s game on every level. He can shoot from everywhere, including the charity stripe, and thunder dunks and strong blocking ability lifted the crowd like a crate of energy drinks and glow sticks.

Brady Thompson Grantsburg

Name: Brady Thompson School: Grantsburg Comments: Along with teammate Connor Myers, Brady Thompson was the other side of arguably the two best point guards in the West Lakeland this season. Thompson helped lead the Pirates to another successful season with his speedy style of play and ability to keep the ball in the Pirates side of the court, while also helping lead the team in scoring on a number of occasions this season.

Connor Myers Grantsburg

Evan Armour Luck

Name: Connor Myers School: Grantsburg Comments: The senior guard came into his own this season after helping lead the Pirates in scoring most games while controlling the tempo with speed and the ability to take care of the ball. It wasn’t unusual for Myers to put up 20 points per game and rack up a number of assists in the process. The senior will cap off his high school career with a trip to the WBCA All-Star game in June.

Name: Evan Armour School: Luck Comments: Armour’s ability to defend against the biggest and strongest players made him invaluable to the Cards. A solid inside presence and brute strength made him a power at every level, and helped keep their points against low. He added much to the Cards rebounding abilities and steady point production on those boards made him a valuable starter.

Andrew Erickson St. Croix Falls

Oliver Raboin Unity

Name: Andrew Erickson School: St. Croix Falls Comments: This junior forward could be one of the West Lakeland’s best next season, as he continues to improve. He helped the Saints as leader in scoring and averaged nearly 10 rebounds per game. Erickson was a force under the basket but wasn’t afraid to take his game to the outside, making 3-pointers look effortless.

Name: Oliver Raboin School: Unity Comments: Despite a few nagging injuries early in the basketball season Raboin came on strong at the end of the year to help lead the Eagles to another miraculous season, and the teams second sectional final appearance in three seasons. Raboin was hard to stop under the basket and could be one of the leading forwards to watch next season in the West Lakeland.

All-Leader Second Team

Karsten Petersen Luck

Zac Johnson Unity

Name: Karsten Petersen School: Luck Comments: The junior forward is one of the best defenders in the region, bar none, and had the unenviable task of guarding the opponents best shooters, and for good reason. His speed, timing, patience and size made him one of the conference’s most versatile players. He also has the ability to finish with a gymnast’s grace.

Name: Zac Johnson School: Unity Comments: Johnson’s enthusiasm on the court and ability to help captain the Eagles offense was a big part of the team’s success this season, yet his ability to create havoc on the defensive side of the ball was another attribute that kept the team in contention. With a little work in the offseason, Johnson could once again give Eagles fans a reason to cheer, as he’ll be back again for his senior year.

Jacob Ruck Unity

Jacob Ohnstad Grantsburg

Name: Jacob Ruck School: Unity Comments: Sometimes defensive statistics don’t show up as much as point totals yet there’s no denying this senior point guard’s ability to change the course of the game with a key steal or two, and it happened a lot this season. Ruck, aka “Bucky,� was an unselfish guard who wasn’t afraid to dish the ball to a teammate, which makes him a true team player.

Name: Jacob Ohnstad School: Grantsburg Comments: This 6-foot guard gained a lot of valuable varsity experience that will likely carry over into next year as a senior. Ohnstad proves he has the size, speed and the ability to score for another successful Pirates team this season. Ohnstad continually came down with big rebounds and played consistent defense, which contributed to the team’s 11 conference wins.

Name: Ian Lexen School: Frederic Comments: When Lexen hit his stride he was hard to stop in the paint on both ends of the floor as he scrapped for rebounds and put up team-leading statistics throughout the year. In many instances, the senior forward came up big when the team needed him the most, and played with consistency all season long.

Ian Lexen Frederic

Jaryd Braden Frederic

Noah Casterton St. Croix Falls Name: Jaryd Braden School: Frederic Comments: Braden’s ability to be a leader on the football field last fall no doubt carried over to the basketball season, as he was a proven leader on the Vikings team. The talented point guard was quick and had the ability to drive the lane or dish it off on a teammate at a moment’s notice, and was also just as scrappy on the defensive end.

Aaron Koshatka Unity

Name: Noah Casterton School: St. Croix Falls Comments: Casterton burst out onto the basketball scene on a young and inexperienced Saints team yet grew into a force as one of the top forwards in the West Lakeland. Casterton was second on the team in points and in rebounds and wasn’t afraid to attack the basket at both ends of the floor. The 6-foot, 4-inch senior will definitely be missed on the team next season.

Name: Aaron Koshatka School: Unity Comments: The Unity Eagle boys basketball team hung their hats on defense throughout the season and senior Koshatka was a big part of that defensive system, which undoubtedly helped the team get to where they were. When he wasn’t playing defense, Koshatka could knock down a key shot or two, or three, to help get his team fired up.

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Blizzard girls earn high honors Win state championships with Team Wisconsin FREDERIC – Last weekend, March 8-10, Blizzard girls hockey players Kassie Lien and Samantha O’Brien played with the U19 Team Wisconsin, while Wendy Roberts played with the U16 Team Wisconsin for the Wisconsin Amateur Hockey Association tier one state championships. Both teams won their divisions and will be advancing to the Central Districts Championship this weekend, March 15-17, in Fond du Lac. Both teams will be vying for a chance to go to the national championships in California in April. Also, Lien and Roberts were named first-team all-state by the Wisconsin Girls Hockey Coaches Association, while O’Brien earned an honorable mention. 5REHUWV ZDV DOVR RQH RI ÀYH ÀQDOLVWV IRU the Jinelle Siergiej Award from Wisconsin 6DPDQWKD 2 %ULHQ DQG .DVVLH /LHQ SRVH ZLWK WKHLU :LVFRQVLQ $PDWHXU +RFNH\ $VVRFLDWLRQ WLHU Prep Hockey, for Top Offensive Player of RQH VWDWH FKDPSLRQVKLS WURSK\ z 3KRWRV VXEPLWWHG the Year. – submitted

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Marinette responded and tied the game up quickly. Cumberland kept playing hard and was rewarded with two more scores, hanging on through some nervous power plays for the win, and a season of hard work paid off. The whole team worked together to get to the championship with solid passing, getting pucks out of the corners and on net, and blocking shots. The coaches were very proud of

how the team played above expectations. The championship team included Maddux Allen, Bryaden Roff, Carter Bickle, Conner Morrison, Dawson Van Meter, Dylan Wackerfuss, Tyler Bohn, Blake Siebert, David Johnson, DaShaun Ames, Dakota McWilliams, Mason Bohn, Lucas Anderson, and coaches Mark Allen, Ryan Bohn and Dan Wackerfuss. – Marty Seeger with submitted information

All-conference basketball teams selected

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

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Even though it’s a chunk of woods I’ve hunted all my life, I’ve never actually considered these areas for hunting turkeys, but as evidenced in a trail camera I had placed out, in hopes of capturing a photo of an otter, I instead captured a QLFH à RFN RI JREEOHUV KHDGLQJ WKURXJK some deep snow through the river bottom. Many of those turkeys will be disbursed across the landscape by the time my season arrives in late April, but there’s a good chance a couple of them will still be around. If I pick up trapping again once the river begins to calm down, there’ll be plenty of scouting time between now and the turkey season. If there’s one thing that I’ve learned from trapping, other than a wealth of new knowledge about the otter and its habits, is that it sure can make a long winter coast by quickly into spring. While others can only dream of the thrill of going bow KXQWLQJ LQ WKH IDOO RU ÀVKLQJ RSHQ ZDWHU for spring walleye, my heart still continues to skip a beat or two each day I round the bend to see if, indeed, I’m successful in catching the otter I’ve been after. Trapping, it seems, has given me a new reason to explore the outdoors through all four seasons.

2XWGRRU WKLQJV DYDLODEOH LQGRRUV There’s plenty more to do outside this time of year besides to trapping, yet sometimes, there are important things going on indoors that sportsmen and women should take into consideration. Along with the March deer forums going on throughout the state, which include a meeting in Burnett County in Grantsburg on Thursday, March 21, from 7-9 p.m., at the Crex Meadows Visitor Center in Grantsburg, there’s also a deer forum for both Barron and Polk counties on Thursday, March 21, from 7-9 p.m., at the Turtle Lake High School. The deer forums are a good opportunity to learn about your deer management unit, as well as offer opinions and observations on the local deer herd in your area. Information on what these meetings entail was published in the Leader last week. Another DNR public forum that is a bit different this year is one that focuses VROHO\ RQ SDQÀVKLQJ 7KH '15 LV ORRNing for input from the public on preferHQFHV DQG H[SHFWDWLRQV IRU SDQÀVK LQ their area, yet they’ll also get an oppor-

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Clinic. The clinic will be held in the Spooner High School choir room, Tuesday,

March 19, at 6:30 p.m. The clinic will last up to three hours. Topics covered will include tips and techniques, along with turkey biology, behavior safety and regulations. Arvid Moin, formation will be provided, we are most interested in hearing the perspective of anglers and using that an experiinput to guide future management decisions.â€? enced turkey The evening’s agenda includes a brief presentation DERXW ORQJ WHUP WUHQGV LQ SDQĂ€VK VL]H DQG QXPEHUV $WWHQGHHV ZLOO EH DVNHG WR Ă€OO RXW D VKRUW TXHVWLRQQDLUH DQG RU GLVFXVV KRZ WKH\ YLHZ WKH SDQĂ€VK populations in their area, what they would like to SPOONER — Washburn County anglers and oth- be different and what they might be willing to give ers are invited to share their preferences and expecta- XS LQ H[FKDQJH IRU LPSURYHPHQWV LQ SDQĂ€VK VL]H RU numbers. WLRQV IRU SDQĂ€VKLQJ LQ :LVFRQVLQ 7KH SDQĂ€VK TXHVWLRQQDLUH DQG EDFNJURXQG PDWHULThe meeting will be held at the Department of als presented are now also available online by going Natural Resources Spooner Service Center, 810 W Maple St., Thursday, March 14, at 7 p.m. There is also to the DNR home page, dnr.wi.gov, and doing a keya meeting being held in Balsam Lake on Monday, ZRUG VHDUFK IRU SDQĂ€VK SODQ 3DQĂ€VK DFFRXQW IRU QHDUO\ WZR WKLUGV RI DOO Ă€VK March 18, beginning at 7 p.m., at the Polk County caught in Wisconsin, according to a 2006-2007 mail Government Center, with biologist Aaron Cole. The Spooner public meeting is one of the 28 being VXUYH\ ZLWK QHDUO\ KDOI RI DOO SDQĂ€VK FDXJKW EHLQJ KHOG LQ )HEUXDU\ DQG 0DUFK E\ WKH '15¡V Ă€VKHULHV kept for the table. The DNR has long had managePDQDJHUV WR GLVFXVV WKH IXWXUH RI SDQĂ€VK PDQDJH- PHQW SODQV LQ SODFH IRU JDPH Ă€VK VSHFLHV VXFK DV walleye, bass, musky and northern pike, and bioloment in Wisconsin. “This meeting is an opportunity for anglers to pro- gists and some anglers believe such attention is necvide input on their preferences and expectations for HVVDU\ IRU SDQĂ€VK — from WDNR SDQĂ€VK Âľ :HQGHO VDLG ´:KLOH VRPH EDFNJURXQG LQ-

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hunter, will share his successful turkey calling technique. If you have questions, or would like more information, contact Jed Hopp, DNR wildlife technician, 715-635-4096, or Nancy Christel, wildlife biologist, 715-635-4091. — from WDNR

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S P R I N G State basketball notes Now that the tournament trail has ended with the annual shindig at the Kohl Center in Madison, this is the week when many boys basketball fans have that downer feeling similar to that which is experienced the day after Christmas THE SPORTS or Halloween. Longtime tourney attendees who were on the scene last week were particularly impressed with three athletes who they’ll see on TV next year. Bronson Koenig of La Crosse Aquinas, Division 3, will be playing for

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fundraiser for Midwest Athletes Against Childhood Cancer. Last year $100,000 was raised. Local Yellowjackets heading south Three well-known former Leader Land athletes are packing their bags this week in preparation for their baseball team’s spring trip. Christian Hall of Siren, Brady Flaherty of Unity and Matt Vold of St. Croix Falls are on the roster for UW-Superior, which will be playing nine games in Tucson, Ariz., beginning with a doubleheader on March 16. Meteorologists are forecasting Tucson temperatures in the mid-80s. Follow the fortunes of the Yellowjacket baseball team by logging on to uwsuper. edu. Harvin traded. Jennings to wear purple? Now that Percy Harvin has been traded, Minnesota Vikings fans are intrigued by the prospect of team brass pursuing

free agent receiver Greg Jennings. No doubt Jennings has a special place in his heart for Minnesota since it was at the Metrodome where he caught Brett Favre’s record-setting touchdown pass back in 2007. Remember when ol’ No. 4 hoisted Jennings onto his shoulders in celebration? If not, you can watch it on YouTube, along with many other Favre highlights. Comedy gig for former local athlete Spies working the Eau Claire beat say that ex-Frederic Vikings multisport athlete Cullen Ryan will be appearing on stage at an April 6 comedy show in that city. Headlining the gig will be Tim Harmston, who counts an appearance on the David Letterman show among his credentials. Internet sources indicate that Harmston is acquainted with the Webster native known as Mary Mack, who is a nationally known comedian in her own right.

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3RON &RXQW\ ODQG EHLQJ DXFWLRQHG $ ORRN DW IRXU VLWHV by Gregg Westigard Leader staff writer POLK COUNTY – A wooded riverside lot and a newer home are two of the Polk County properties now being auctioned off online. The county took possession of the sites over the years when the property taxes were not paid, and decided that now is the time to test the market and get the land back in private hands and on the tax rolls. The four sites are a varied lot. We did a drive-by visit to the property, not walking in through the deep snow, but getting a roadside impression. Here is what we saw last week.

+RXVH IRU VDOH RQ SDUFHO 1R LQ %RQH /DNH ableâ€? mobile home on the open lot which has a view of Little Butternut Lake to the north. Parcel No. 4 is 1.5 acres of wooded hillside with a small Parcel No. 1 is a newer house on 8.12 acres of land frontage on the Apple River. The undeveloped lot is on at 1139 255th Ave. in the Town of Bone Lake, between a dead-end spur of Highland Drive off of 85th Street in CTHs GG and I. The house has a walkout lower level, Lincoln. Highland Drive is in a new development along the Apple River. The lot is on the north part of the drive, three bedrooms and an attached garage. Parcel No. 2 is a two-acre lot at 933 20th Street/CTH MXVW VRXWK RI Ă€UH QXPEHU 7KH PDS RQ WKH DXFWLRQ D in the Town of Clayton. There are the remains of a Web site helps locate the property. The online auction is at the Web site wisconsinsurplus. mobile home and other litter on the open land west of com and is listed as auction 13120-22. Full details on the the village of Clayton. Parcel No. 3 is 3.09 acres of open land at 1639A 240th properties are listed on that site. Biding started Monday, Ave. on the south edge of the Town of Luck. The prop- March 11, and ends Monday, April 1, at 10 a.m. If the HUW\ LV DW WKH HQG RI WKH GULYHZD\ DW WKH Ă€UH QXPEHU auction is successful, Polk County will start selling more and is not visible from the street. There is a “uninhabit- tax delinquent property.

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3RON &RXQW\ KDV ORWV RI WD[ GHOLQTXHQW ODQG 6RPH SURSHUWLHV PD\ EH VHOODEOH DQG DXFWLRQHG by Gregg Westigard Leader staff writer BALSAM LAKE – One parcel is 160 acres of unreachable woods. Another has $120,000 of improvements. A third is two-tenths of an acre. A fourth is as historic dam site. These places are part of a long list of Polk County “tax-deed properties not redeemedâ€? in addition to the four properties now being auctioned. County treasurer Amanda Nissen supplied the Leader a list of the properties the county took for nonpayment of taxes. That summary list of forfeited lots as of May 2, 2012, contains 62 items. Some parcels of land combine more than one item, so the numbers of actual parcels the county has is less WKDQ EXW VWLOO VLJQLĂ€FDQW The land is spread throughout the county and is a varied collection of property. There is land in 18 towns, four villages and the two cities. The size of the parcels ranges from .22 acre to 160 acres. Most have no improvements,

but six parcels have buildings on them with a total estimated value of $305,000. Many of the properties might be put on offer for sale now that the market for property is recovering after the recession. A few possibly can’t be sold. One property that is hard to sell is the 160 acres of woods at the west end of 255th Street in McKinley. The property is undeveloped hardwood forest with some meadows and wetlands. But it is one of the wetlands that makes the property hard to sell. The woods can’t be reached because the southeast corner of the land, aside from a small rise at the end of 255th, is a large pond and marsh that can’t be crossed. The only land access is through the property of the six adjacent landowners. The land was appraised at $192,000 in 2010, but no one offered that minimum bid in an October 2010 sale. A collection of 14 small lots in the city of St. Croix Falls is a different story. The lots along Washington Street on the north end of town are steep hillside property with springs and seeps, land that can’t be developed. A third different property is the Woodley Dam property along the Apple River on Hwy. 8. The 27.8 acres was

the site of the County Dam Supper Club, a famous entertainment spot in its day. The old dam was removed after a long environmental dispute. The land is actually several pieces including the land north of the motel (which is not part of the county land), the river crossing with the snowmobile bridge and a wooded parcel on 100th Street. There has not been a recent discussion at property committee about the use and/or sale of the land in the past few years. However, a group may be interested in developing a veterans memorial on the east side of the river, property director Deb Peterson told the committee last week. The county can take land after property taxes have not been paid for a number of years, but it is careful in claiming delinquent property. A few tax-forfeit properties KDYH EHHQ LGHQWLĂ€HG DV KD]DUGRXV ZDVWH VLWHV SROOXWHG land that needs to be cleaned up. The county has not taken these sites, avoiding taking on the environmental cleanup costs. These exceptions aside, Polk County may be putting more land up for auction in the coming year. From Alden to Lorain, there may be interesting sites available soon.

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Ă€OO VWUHDPV DQG ODNHV “That’s a real about-face from how the state has managed waters in the past. And it puts one single private use for iron mining above all other private property uses of the waters, and above the public.â€? Scanlan, who previously ran the group Midwest Environmental Advocates, calls it an “extremeâ€? example of attempting to turn over the state’s water to a single industry: “That’s something that was attempted when Wisconsin was in its early stages of development.â€? Scanlan thinks supporters of the new mining law will have a hard time defending it in court. But business lobbyist Robert Fassbender, who heads a group called the Great Lakes Legal Foundation, says he thinks the min-

ing law is consistent with the original intent of the Public Trust Doctrine: “Navigability was the crux of it. The waters were to be free for commercial purposes.â€? Fassbender argues the lakes and streams that stand WR EH Ă€OOHG E\ D PLQLQJ FRPSDQ\ XQGHU WKLV ODZ DUH WRR VPDOO WR EH FRQVLGHUHG QDYLJDEOH $OVR VLJQLĂ€FDQW )DVVbender says, is that in the Public Trust Doctrine, state lawmakers are the trustees: “The legislature holds it in trust for the public. And they can delegate that on occasion.â€? Fassbender says that makes the intent of the legislature UHOHYDQW ,Q WKLV FDVH 5HSXEOLFDQV ZURWH WKH ODZ VSHFLĂ€cally to say that iron mining is safe and a priority for Wisconsin.

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fry on Friday night at the local restaurant or at a small business this weekend.� In an e-mailed response, a Republican Party of Wisconsin spokesman wasted no time blaming the White House and Senate Democrats for refusing to work with Republicans. He says the failure resulted in more tax increases on the middle class and business owners. Marquette University political science associate professor John McAdams says the only way to end all this is for Democrats and Republicans to come together and create what many call the Grand Bargain. That includes closing tax loopholes and reforming entitlements. But McAdams says there is one sign of hope for compromise. He says President Obama’s recent meetings

and dinner dates with Republicans does show that he may be putting politics aside and thinking about what’s best for the country, as well as his legacy.

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(March 6, 13, 20) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT BURNETT COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF James A. Gilfillan Jr. DOB 01/24/1942 Order and Notice for Hearing on Petition for Final Judgment (Formal Administration) Case No. 11-PR-40 A petition for final judgment was filed. THE COURT FINDS: The decedent, with date of birth January 24, 1942, and date of death October 12, 2011, was domiciled in Burnett County, State of Wisconsin, with a mailing address of 24155 4th Avenue, Siren, WI 54872. THE COURT ORDERS: 1. The petition will be heard at the Burnett County Courthouse, Siren, Wisconsin, before Hon. Kenneth L. Kutz, Court Official, on April 5, 2013, at 1:00 p.m. You do not need to appear unless you object. The petition may be granted if there is no objection 2. Notice by publication is required. Publication of this notice is notice to any persons whose names or addresses are unknown. BY THE COURT: Hon. Kenneth L. Kutz Circuit Judge March 1, 2013 David L. Grindell GRINDELL LAW OFFICES, S.C. P.O. Box 585, Siren, WI 54872 715-327-5561 Bar Number: 1002628 579005 WNAXLP

)HE /LVD $ $OOHQ 6LUHQ ZDV DUUHVWHG RQ D 6W &URL[ &RXQW\ ZDUUDQW DQG FLWHG IRU GLVRUGHUO\ FRQGXFW (March 13) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY RMC Corporation P.O. Box 91497 Mobile, AL 36691 Plaintiff(s) vs. Joe Vossen 2785 Cloutier Court Osceola, WI 54020 Defendant(s). Small Claims Publication Summons and Notice Case No. 2013 SC 000102 By: Jerome Ritten Publication Summons and Notice of Filing TO THE PERSON(S) NAMED ABOVE AS DEFENDANT(S): You are being sued by the person(s) named above as Plaintiff(s). A copy of the claim has been sent to you at your address as stated in the caption above. The lawsuit will be heard in the following Small Claims Court: Polk County Courthouse, 715485-9299, 1005 West Main Street, Balsam Lake, WI 54810, on the following date and time: April 1, 2013,1:30 p.m. If you do not attend the hearing, the court may enter a judgment against you in favor of the person(s) suing you. A copy of the claim has been sent to you at your address as stated in the caption above. 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. You may have the option to Answer without appearing in court on the court date by filing a written Answer with the clerk of court before the court date. You must send a copy of your Answer to the Plaintiff(s) named above at their address. You may contact the clerk of court at the telephone number above to determine if there are other methods to answer a Small Claims complaint in that county. If you need help in this matter because of a disability, please call 715-485-9299. Kevin E. Skogg 262-641-3715 March 4, 2013 Attorney’s State Bar Number: 1088712 Dobberstein Law Firm, LLC 225 S. Executive Dr. Suite 201 Brookfield, WI 53005 579458 WNAXLP

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TOWN OF BALSAM LAKE MONTHLY TOWN BOARD MEETING Notice Is Hereby Given That The Balsam Lake Town Meeting Will Be Held On March 18, 2013, At 8 p.m. At The Town Hall The agenda includes: Public comment; minutes; approval of bills; updates on town road projects and other misc. updates. 579461 Brian R. Masters, Clerk 30L 20d

%XUQHWW &RXQW\ /HR / %XWOHU 7RZQ RI 5XVN GLHG )HE -DPHV & %HFNHU 7RZQ RI 2DNODQG GLHG 0DUFK 5R\ . %ORZHUV -U 7RZQ RI 6ZLVV GLHG 0DUFK (March 6, 13, 20) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF R.S.C.B. Date of Birth: 08-08-2001 Amended Order and Notice of Hearing Petition for Guardianship of Minor Case No. 13-GN-08 A petition has been filed by Linda M. Kuehlwein requesting guardianship of person. The court is satisfied that the petition complies with §54.34, Wisconsin Statutes. THE COURT ORDERS THAT: 1. The petition be heard before Jeffery Anderson, Court Official, on March 28, 2013, at 9:00 a.m. or when scheduled thereafter at Br. 2 Circuit Court, Polk County, Justice Center, 1005 W. Main St., Balsam Lake, WI. 2. Notice of time and place of hearing the petition be given by service of a copy of this order and a copy of petition upon the minor and all interested persons as required by law. NOTICE: If this is a Temporary Guardianship proceeding, the minor is notified of the right to an attorney and the right to petition for reconsideration or modification of the temporary guardianship. BY THE COURT: Circuit Court Judge/Court Commissioner Hon. Jeffery L. Anderson March 1, 2013 David L. Grindell Grindell Law Offices, S.C. P.O. Box 585 Frederic, WI 54837 715-327-5561 Bar Number: 1002628 579009 WNAXLP

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NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN by the School Board of Luck WI, that it will receive sealed bids on: Referendum Deferred Maintenance Projects Roof Replacement, HVAC, Painting, Flooring, Tiling Bids will be accepted until 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, March 26, 2013, at the School’s Main Office, 810 7th Street South, Luck, WI 54853. A mandatory Pre-Bid site walk must be arranged with owner rep before March 22, 2013. Any questions should be directed to owner’s 579545 30Lp representative at 651-470-4418.

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(March 6, 13, 20) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF R.A.B. Date of Birth: 03-13-2003 Amended Order and Notice of Hearing Petition for Guardianship of Minor Case No. 13-GN-09 A petition has been filed by Linda M. Kuehlwein requesting guardianship of person. The court is satisfied that the petition complies with §54.34, Wisconsin Statutes. THE COURT ORDERS THAT: 1. The petition be heard before Jeffery Anderson Court Official, on March 28, 2013, at 9:00 a.m. or when scheduled thereafter at Br. 2 Circuit Court, Polk County, Justice Center, 1005 W. Main St., Balsam Lake, WI. 2. Notice of time and place of hearing the petition be given by service of a copy of this order and a copy of petition upon the minor and all interested persons as required by law. NOTICE: If this is a Temporary Guardianship proceeding, the minor is notified of the right to an attorney and the right to petition for reconsideration or modification of the temporary guardianship. BY THE COURT: Hon. Jeffery L. Anderson Circuit Court Judge/Court Commissioner March 1, 2013 BY THE COURT: David L. Grindell Grindell Law Office, S.C. P.O. Box 585 Frederic, WI 54837 715-327-5561 Bar Number: 1002628 579007 WNAXLP

(Feb. 20, 27, Mar. 6, 13, 20, 27) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY LES J. WEBSTER Plaintiff(s), vs. WILEMAR W. STUDTMANN; CENTRAL BANK, Defendant(s). Case No.: 12-CV-586 Case Code: 30404 Case Type: Mortgage Foreclosure Amount Claimed Is Over $5,000 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered in the aboveentitled action on January 10, 2013, the undersigned Sheriff of Polk County, Wisconsin, will sell at public auction on the front steps of the Polk County Justice Center, in the Village of Balsam Lake, Polk County, Wisconsin, on April 16, 2013, at 10:00 a.m., on that day, the real estate and mortgaged premises directed by said judgment to be sold and therein described as follows: Lot One (1) of Certified Survey Map No. 2945 recorded in Volume 13 of Certified Survey Maps, on Page 199, as Document No. 593016, being part of Lot 16, Second Addition to the Village of Frederic, Polk County, Wisconsin. Also known as: 304 2nd Ave. South, Frederic, WI 54837. Terms of Sale: Ten percent (10%) cash or certified check at the time of sale; balance in cash or certified check within ten (10) days of confirmation of sale Purchaser takes subject to delinquent and accrued real estate taxes. Purchaser will be responsible for transfer tax. Dated this 20th day of February, 2013. Peter M. Johnson, Sheriff Polk County, Wisconsin 577983 WNAXLP

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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. 445101 8a-etfcp 19Ltfc

(Feb. 27, Mar. 6, 13) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY CIVIL DIVISION DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY, AS TRUSTEE FOR FFMLT 2006-FF13 Plaintiff vs. TYLER MABIE; AIMEE MABIE; MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. SOLELY AS NOMINEE FOR FIRST FRANKLIN A DIVISION OF NAT. CITY BANK OF IN; Defendants NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE Case No. 12 CV 50 Case Code No. 30404 PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on June 4, 2012, in the amount of $146,042.18, the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: March 28, 2013, 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. 3. Buyer to pay applicable Wisconsin Real Estate Transfer Tax from the proceeds of the sale upon confirmation of the court. PLACE: Lobby of the Polk County Justice Center, 1005 West Main Street, Balsam Lake, WI 54810. PROPERTY DESCRIPTION: Lot Twenty-six (26) in Karis Country Corner, in the Town of Farmington, Polk County, Wis. TAX KEY NO.: 022-01212-2600. PROPERTY ADDRESS: 314 238th Street, Osceola, Wisconsin 54020. Christina M. Putman State Bar No. 1075422 Attorney for Plaintiff 230 W. Monroe St., 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. 578553 WNAXLP

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(Mar. 13, 20, 27) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY Royal Credit Union, a federal credit union, 200 Riverfront Terrace Eau Claire, Wisconsin 54703, Plaintiff, vs. Joseph L. Goeltl 2287 57th Avenue Osceola, Wisconsin 54020, Joice L. Goeltl 2287 57th Avenue Osceola, Wisconsin 54020, Central Bank, a Minnesota banking corporation, 304 Cascade Street P.O. Box 188 Osceola, Wisconsin 54020, John Doe, Mary Roe, and XYZ corporation, Defendants. Case Type: 30404 Case No. 12CV608 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE, that by virtue of that certain Findings of Fact, Conclusions of Law, Order for Judgment, and Judgment entered and filed in the above-entitled action on February 15, 2013, the Sheriff of Polk County, Wisconsin, will sell the following described real property at public auction as follows: DATE/TIME: March 28, 2013, at 10:00 a.m. TERMS: 10% of successful bid must be paid to Sheriff at sale in certified funds, with the balance due and owing on the date of confirmation of the sale by the Court. PLACE: Lobby of the Polk County Justice Center, 1005 West Main Street, Balsam Lake, WI 54810. LEGAL DESCRIPTION: Lot Nine (9), Foxwood “a County Plat”, said plat being located in the Southwest Quarter of the Northwest Quarter (SW 1/4 of the NW 1/4) of Section Five (5), Township Thirty-two (32) North of Range Eighteen (18) West, Town of Farmington, Polk County, Wisconsin. (FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY: Plaintiff believes that the property address is 2287 57th Avenue, Osceola, Wisconsin). Dated: February 22, 2013. Peter Johnson Sheriff of Polk County, Wisconsin THIS INSTRUMENT WAS DRAFTED BY: ANASTASI JELLUM, P.A. 14985 60th Street North Stillwater, MN 55082 (651) 439-2951 Garth G. Gavenda/#16476 579249 WNAXLP

Notices/Employment opportunities NOTICE OF MEETING

TOWN OF WEST SWEDEN Notice Is Hereby Given That The Town Board Meeting Is Scheduled To Be Held On Tuesday, March 19, 2013, At 6:30 p.m. At The Town Hall Agenda: 1. Call meeting to order 2. Corrections on the printed agenda 3. Clerk Report 4. Treasurer Report 5. Public input 6. Old business – A. North Land Ambulance Inter-Community Agreement 7. Employee/Hwy. report 8. Correspondence 9. New business 10. Review bills/vouchers 11. Set next meeting date 12. Move to adjourn Respectfully Submitted, 579505 30L Andrea Lundquist, Clerk (Feb. 27, March 6, 13) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY Royal Credit Union, a federal credit union, 200 Riverfront Terrace Eau Claire, Wisconsin 54703, Plaintiff, vs. Teri Jean Hanson a/k/a Teri Jean Goepfert 2373 Big Lake Avenue St. Croix Falls, Wisconsin 54024, John Doe, Mary Roe, and XYZ corporation, Defendants. Case Type: 30404 Case No.: 12CV632 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE, that by virtue of that certain Findings of Fact, Conclusions of Law, Order for Judgment, and Judgment entered and filed in the above-entitled action on December 18, 2012, the Sheriff of Polk County, Wisconsin, will sell the following described real property at public auction as follows: DATE/TIME: March 21, 2013, at 10:00 a.m. TERMS: 10% of successful bid must be paid to Sheriff at sale in certified funds, with the balance due and owing on the date of confirmation of the sale by the Court. PLACE: Lobby of the Polk County Justice Center, 1005 W. Main Street, Balsam Lake, WI 54810. LEGAL DESCRIPTION: Lot Two (2) of Certified Survey Map No. 694, recorded in Volume 3 of Certified Survey Maps, page 186, Document No. 397641, in the office of the Register of Deeds for Polk County, Wisconsin, being located in Lot Twenty-Two (22) of the Assessor’s Plat of the Village of Centuria, and in the vacated street adjoining the above-described Lot 22 on South side, being part of the Southeast one-quarter of the Northeast one-quarter (SE1/4 of NE1/4), Section 11-34-18, EXCEPT the West 20 feet of said Lot Two (2), Polk County, Wisconsin. (FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY: Plaintiff believes that the property address is 611 State Road 35, Centuria, Wisconsin)

(March 6, 13, 20) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF EDWARD L. WILSON Notice to Creditors (Informal Administration) Case No. 13 PR 15 PLEASE TAKE NOTICE: 1. An application for informal administration was filed. 2. The decedent, with date of birth February 5, 1948, and date of death January 30, 2013, was domiciled in Polk County, State of Wisconsin, with a mailing address of 2485A 240th Street, Cushing, WI 54006. 3. All interested persons waived notice. 4. The deadline for filing a claim against the decedent’s estate is June 3, 2013. 5. A claim may be filed at the Polk County Courthouse, Balsam Lake, Wis., Room 500. Jenell Anderson Probate Registrar February 28, 2013 Steven J. Swanson P.O. Box 609 105 South Washington Street St. Croix Falls, WI 54024 715-483-3787 Bar Number: 1003028 579013 WNAXLP (Mar. 13, 20, 27) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY

Cach, LLC 4340 S. MONACO ST. 3RD FL. DENVER, CO, 80237 Plaintiff, vs.

JEANETTE L. KARL 1632 Niles Ln. Centuria WI 54824 Defendant(s). Case No. 12CV758 AMENDED SUMMONS Money Judgment: 30301 Our File: 1642591 THE STATE OF WISCONSIN, To each person named above as Defendant: YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED that the Plaintiff named above has filed a lawsuit or other legal action against you. The complaint, which is also served upon you, states the nature and basis of the legal action. Within 40 days after March 14, 2013, you must respond with a written answer, as that term is used in chapter 802 of the Wisconsin Statutes, to the complaint. The court may reject or disregard an answer that does not follow the requirements of the statutes. The answer must be sent or delivered to the court whose address is 1005 W. Main Street, Suite 300, Balsam Lake, WI 54810-4410 and to Rausch, Sturm, Israel, Enerson & Hornik, LLC, Plaintiff’s attorney, whose address is shown below. You may have an attorney help or represent you. If you do not provide a proper answer to the complaint or provide a written demand for said complaint within the 40-day period, the court may grant judgment against you for the award of money or other legal action requested in the complaint, and you may lose your right to object to anything that is or may be incorrect in the complaint. A judgment may be enforced as provided by law. A judgment awarding money may become a lien against any real estate you own now or in the future and may also be enforced by garDated this 7th day of February, nishment or seizure of property. 2013. Dated: February 28, 2013. Peter Johnson /s/ Ryan M. Peterson Sheriff of Polk County, Rausch, Sturm, Israel, Enerson Wisconsin & Hornik LLC THIS INSTRUMENT WAS Attorneys in the Practice of Debt DRAFTED BY: Collection ANASTASI JELLUM, P.A. 250 N. Sunnyslope Rd. 14985 60th Street North Suite 300 Stillwater, MN 55082 Brookfield WI 53005 (651) 439-2951 Toll Free: (877) 667-8010 Garth G. Gavenda/#16392 Attorney for the Plaintiff 578301 WNAXLP 579271 WNAXLP

(Mar. 13, 20, 27) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT BURNETT COUNTY In The Matter Of The Name Change Of: Dylan Joshua Alden By (Petitioner) Kyle John Alfonse Notice and Order for Name Change Hearing Case No. 13-CV-48 NOTICE IS GIVEN: A petition was filed asking to change the name of the person listed above: From: Dylan Joshua Alden To: Dylan Alfonse Birth Certificate: Dylan Joshua Alden IT IS ORDERED THAT: This petition will be heard in the Circuit Court of Burnett County, State of Wisconsin: Hon. Kenneth L. Kutz, Burnett County Circuit Courts, 7410 County Road K, #115, Siren, WI 54872, April 5, 2013, 11:15 a.m. If you required reasonable accommodations due to a disability to participate in the court process, please call 715-3492147, at least ten (10) working days prior to the scheduled court date. Please note that the court does not provide transportation. BY THE COURT: Kenneth L. Kutz Circuit Court Judge 579251 March 5, 2013 WNAXLP (Feb. 27, Mar. 6, 13) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY CIVIL DIVISION

WELLS FARGO BANK, NA Plaintiff vs. NEIL BRIGGS; DORIAN MORKERT; UNKNOWN SPOUSE OF NEIL BRIGGS; UNKNOWN SPOUSE OF DORIAN MORKERT; CURRENT OCCUPANTS OF 316 N. WASHINGTON ST., ST. CROIX FALLS, WI 54024; Defendants.

NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE Case No. 12 CV 54 Case Code No. 30404 PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on August 1, 2012, in the amount of $182,259.03, the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: March 21, 2013, 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. 3. Buyer to pay applicable Wisconsin Real Estate Transfer Tax from the proceeds of the sale upon confirmation of the court. PLACE: Lobby of the Polk County Justice Center, 1005 West Main Street, Balsam Lake, WI 54810. PROPERTY DESCRIPTION: Lots 18, 19 and the North 25 Feet of Lot 20, Block 47, Original Plat of the City of St. Croix Falls, Polk County, Wisconsin. TAX KEY NO.: 281-00785-0000. PROPERTY ADDRESS: 316 N. Washington St., St. Croix Falls, Wisconsin 54024. Christina M. Putman State Bar No. 1075422 Attorney for Plaintiff 230 W. Monroe St., 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. 578485 WNAXLP

the-leader.net NOTICE OF BEER AND LIQUOR LICENSE APPLICATION IN THE TOWN OF ST. CROIX FALLS

Notice is hereby given that the following application has been received by the Town of St. Croix Falls, Polk County, WI, for a beer and/or liquor licenses for the ensuing year ending June 30, 2013. Polar Pete’s, LLC, a limited liability company, dba Polar Pete’s Seafood & Meats, Kyle A. Ward, agent, for a Combination “Class A” beer and liquor license, NE 1/4 Section 34, 2028 U.S. Highway 8, St. Croix Falls, WI 54024. Notice is further given that the above license application will be acted upon at the regular Town Board meeting scheduled for Wednesday, March 20, 2013, 6:00 p.m., at the town hall. Janet Krueger, Town Clerk Town of St. Croix Falls Polk County, Wisconsin www.tscf@centurytel.net 579348 30L WNAXLP

(Mar. 13, 20, 27) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY Royal Credit Union, a Wisconsin state chartered credit union, 200 Riverfront Terrace Eau Claire, Wisconsin 54703, Plaintiff, vs. Pauline C. Susla 1979A Fern Valley Road Dresser, Wisconsin 54009, Michael A. Susla, through his heirs 1979A Fern Valley Road Dresser, Wisconsin 54009, Central Bank, a Minnesota banking corporation, 2104 Hastings Avenue Newport, Minnesota 55055, John Doe, Mary Roe, and XYZ corporation, Defendants. Case Type: 30404 Case No. 13CV50 PUBLICATION SUMMONS THE STATE OF WISCONSIN TO MICHAEL A. SUSLA, THROUGH HIS HEIRS: YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED that Plaintiff, Royal Credit Union, a Wisconsin state chartered credit union, has filed a lawsuit or other legal action against you. WITHIN forty (40) days after March 13, 2013, you must respond with a written demand for a copy of the Complaint. The demand must be sent or delivered to the Polk County Clerk of Court, Polk County Justice Center, whose address is 1005 West Main Street, Suite 300, Balsam Lake, Wisconsin 54810, and to Plaintiff’s attorneys, Anastasi Jellum, P.A., whose address is 14985 60th Street North, Stillwater, Minnesota 55082. You may have an attorney help or represent you. If you do not demand a copy of the Complaint within forty (40) days, the Court may grant judgment against you for the award of money or other legal action requested in the Complaint, and you may lose your right to object to anything that is or may be incorrect in the Complaint. A judgment may be enforced as provided by law. A judgment awarding money may become a lien against any real estate you own now or may in the future, and may also be enforced or garnishment or seizure of property. Dated: February 25, 2013. ANASTASI JELLUM, P.A. Garth G. Gavenda, #1079588 Joshua D. Christensen, #1089857 14985 60th Street North Stillwater, MN 55082 Telephone: (651) 439-2951 Attorneys for Plaintiff #16626 579255 WNAXLP

HUMAN RESOURCES No experience needed. Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management or Business Management with an emphasis in Human Resources is required. Must have exceptional analytical, org. and comm. skills. Responsibilities include interviewing, recruiting, training, scheduling and payroll and benefits coordination. Apply in person at:

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(March 13, 20, 27) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF Clarence Laverne Lee Notice to Creditors (Informal Administration) Case No. 13 PR 16 PLEASE TAKE NOTICE: 1. An application for informal administration was filed. 2. The decedent, with date of birth June 20, 1926, and date of death Feb. 23, 2013, was domiciled in Polk County, State of Wisconsin, with a mailing address of 2332 River Road, St. Croix Falls, WI 54024. 3. All interested persons waived notice. 4. The deadline for filing a claim against the decedent’s estate is June 20, 1013. 5. A claim may be filed at the Polk County Courthouse, Balsam Lake, Wisconsin, Room 500. Jenell L. Anderson March 8, 2013 Form completed by: Shirley Schultz, Personal Representative 11099 Lundquist Rd. Grantsburg, WI 54840 715-689-2173 579444 WNAXLP

1285 208th St. St. Croix Falls, WI 54024

(Mar. 13, 20, 27) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY Bank of America, N.A. Plaintiff vs. SHAWN L. ALLEMAN, et al. Defendant(s) Case No: 12 CV 359 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on August 22, 2012, in the amount of $110,539.61, the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: April 9, 2013, at 10:00 a.m. TERMS: By bidding at the sheriff sale, prospective buyer is consenting to be bound by the following terms: 1.) 10% down in cash or money order at the time of sale; balance due within 10 days of confirmation of sale; failure to pay balance due will result in forfeit of deposit to plaintiff. 2.) Sold “as is” and subject to all legal liens and encumbrances. 3.) Plaintiff opens bidding on the property, either in person or via fax and as recited by the sheriff department in the event that no opening bid is offered, plaintiff retains the right to request the sale be declared as invalid as the sale is fatally defective. PLACE: Polk County Justice Center at 1005 W. Main Street, Balsam Lake, Wis. DESCRIPTION: A parcel of land in the Northwest Quarter of the Southeast Quarter (NW 1/4 OF SE 1/4), Section Fourteen (14), Township Thirty-Six (36) North of Range Seventeen (17) West, described as follows: Commencing 216 feet North of the Southwest Corner of the NW 1/4 of SE 1/4, Section 14-36-17; thence East 228 feet, thence North 164 feet, thence West 228 feet, thence South 164 feet to the point of beginning, in the Town of Luck, Polk County, Wisconsin. PROPERTY ADDRESS: 2730 135th Street, Luck, WI 54853. TAX KEY NO.: 036-00328-0000. Dated this 27th day of February, 2013. Sheriff Peter M. Johnson Polk County Sheriff Dustin A. McMahon Blommer Peterman, S.C. State Bar No. 1086857 165 Bishops Way, Suite 100 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. 2561174 579248 WNAXLP

The Leader Connect to your community (Mar. 13, 20, 27) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY BENEFICIAL FINANCIAL I INC., successor by merger to Beneficial Wisconsin, Inc.; Plaintiff, vs. ROBERT LEACH and JANE DOE, unknown spouse of Robert Leach; and BEVERLY LEACH a/k/a Beverly Graham a/k/a Beverly Steffens and JOHN DOE, unknown spouse of Beverly Leach a/k/a Beverly Graham a/k/a Beverly Steffens Defendants. Case No. 12-CV-726 Code No. 30404 Foreclosure of Mortgage Dollar Amount Greater Than $5,000 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on February 1, 2013, in the amount of $168,791.31, the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: April 9, 2013, at 10:00 o’clock a.m. TERMS: 1. 10% down in cash or certified funds at the time of sale; balance due within 10 days of confirmation of sale; failure to pay balance due will result in forfeit of deposit to plaintiff. 2. Sold “as is” and subject to all legal liens and encumbrances. 3. Buyer to pay applicable Wisconsin Real Estate Transfer Tax. PLACE: Polk County Justice Center located at 1005 West Main Street, Balsam Lake, Wisconsin. DESCRIPTION: Lot one (1) of Certified Survey Map No. 4632 recorded in Volume 20 of Certified Survey Maps, Page 184 as Document No. 688247, located in the Northwest Quarter of the Northeast Quarter (NW 1/4 of NE 1/4), Section Fourteen (14), Township Thirty-five (35) North, Range Eighteen (18) West, Town of Eureka, Polk County, Wis. PROPERTY ADDRESS: 1928 County Road G, Town of Eureka. TAX KEY NO.: 020-00323-0100. Peter M. Johnson 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. 579245 WNAXLP

(Mar. 13, 20) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY Ocwen Loan Servicing, LLC as servicer for U.S. Bank National Association, as Successor Trustee, to Bank of America, National Association as successor by merger to LaSalle Bank National Association, as Trustee, for Ownit Mortgage Loan Trust, Ownit Mortgage Loan Asset Backed Certificates, Series 2006-6 Plaintiff vs. JAN. M. GUSEK, et al. Defendant(s) Case No: 12 CV 202 AMENDED NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on May 30, 2012, in the amount of $124,969.39, the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: April 4, 2013, at 10:00 a.m. TERMS: By bidding at the sheriff sale, prospective buyer is consenting to be bound by the following terms: 1.) 10% down in cash or money order at the time of sale; balance due within 10 days of confirmation of sale; failure to pay balance due will result in forfeit of deposit to plaintiff. 2.) Sold “as is” and subject to all legal liens and encumbrances. 3.) Plaintiff opens bidding on the property, either in person or via fax and as recited by the sheriff department in the event that no opening bid is offered, plaintiff retains the right to request the sale be declared as invalid as the sale is fatally defective. PLACE: Polk County Justice Center at 1005 W. Main Street, Balsam Lake, Wis. DESCRIPTION: Parcel 1: Lots 13 and 14, Block 46, Original Plat of the City of St. Croix Falls, Polk County, Wisconsin. Parcel 2: Lot 30, Block 53, First Addition to the City of St. Croix Falls, Polk County, Wisconsin. Together with that portion of vacated Massachusetts Street lying between Lot 30, Block 53, First Addition to the City of St. Croix Falls, and Lot 13 Block 46 Original Plat of the City of St. Croix Falls, Polk County, Wisconsin, as per Resolution No. 01-22 recorded October 15, 2001, in Volume 892 on Page 763 as Document No. 620825. PROPERTY ADDRESS: 344 North Adams Street, Saint Croix Falls, WI 54024. TAX KEY NO.: 281-00767-0000 & 281-00094-0000. Dated this 6th day of March, 2013. /s/Sheriff Peter M. Johnson Polk County Sheriff Alyssa A. Johnson Blommer Peterman, S.C. State Bar No. 1086085 165 Bishops Way, Suite 100 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. 2583072 579301 WNAXLP

HOPKINS SAND & GRAVEL is accepting applications for the following:

Ready Mix Driver Dump Truck Driver

Interested applicants should apply at: 27760 Hwy. 35, Webster, WI

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Applicants must have a CDL and a clean driving record. Excellent benefit package includes, health, life, dental and 401(K).

TOWN OF STERLING MONTHLY TOWN BOARD MEETING The Monthly Town Board Meeting Will Be Held March 18, 2013, At The Cushing Community Center At 7 p.m.

Agenda: Clerk minutes; Treasurer report; Update on town leases; Citizen concerns; Approve operator licenses; Board discuss/decide payment for jury duty for employees; Road maint. report; Set April agenda; Pay bills and Adjournment. 579309 Julie Peterson, Clerk 30L 20a (Feb. 27, March 6, 13) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY HSBC MORTGAGE SERVICES, INC.; Plaintiff, vs. JOHN ANDREW MEYER and CYNTHIA MARIE MEYER, husband and wife; and EQUABLE ASCENT FINANCIAL, LLC; and PORTFOLIO RECOVERY ASSOCIATES, LLC; and CAPITAL ONE BANK USA, N.A.; and BARCLAYS BANK DELAWARE; Defendants. Case No. 12-CV-505 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 September 21, 2012, in the amount of $271,319.29, the sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: March 26, 2013, at 10:00 o’clock a.m. TERMS: 1. 10% down in cash or certified funds at the time of sale; balance due within 10 days of confirmation of sale; failure to pay balance due will result in forfeit of deposit to plaintiff. 2. Sold “as is” and subject to all legal liens and encumbrances. 3. Buyer to pay applicable Wisconsin Real Estate Transfer Tax. PLACE: Polk County Justice Center located at 1005 West Main Street, Balsam Lake, Wisconsin. DESCRIPTION: The South 519 feet of the East 420 feet of the Northwest One-quarter (1/4) of the Southeast One-quarter (1/4) of Section Five (5), in Township Thirty-six (36) North, Range Seventeen (17) West, in the Town of Luck, Polk County, Wisconsin. PROPERTY ADDRESS: 1627 293rd Avenue, Town of Luck. TAX KEY NO.: 036-00125-0100. Peter M. Johnson 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. 578299 WNAXLP

NOTICE CORRECTION TOWN OF EUREKA Monthly Board Meeting Thursday, March 14, 2013, At 7 p.m. Agenda to be posted: 1) Eureka Town Hall 2) Eureka Town Garage 3) Eureka Clerk’s Office. Agenda may also be posted on Town Web site: www.townofeureka.org

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Notices/Employment opportunities

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(March 6, 13, 20) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT CIVIL DIVISION POLK COUNTY DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY, AS TRUSTEE FOR MORGAN STANLEY ABS CAPITAL I INC. TRUST 2006-HE4 Plaintiff vs. HOWARD B. MONTEITH A/K/A HOWARD R. MONTEITH; MOLLY I. MONTEITH; Defendants

NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE Case No. 11 CV 764 Case Code No. 30404 PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on April 13, 2012, in the amount of $106,556.91, the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: April 9, 2013, 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 upon confirmation of the court. PLACE: Lobby of the Polk County Justice Center, 1005 West Main Street, Balsam Lake, WI 54810. PROPERTY DESCRIPTION: Part of the Southeast Quarter of the Northwest Quarter, (SE 1/4 OF NW 1/4), Section Thirty-Three (33), Township Thirty-Three (33) North, Range Sixteen (16) West, in the City of Amery, Polk County, Wisconsin, which is more particularly described as follows: Beginning at Point 24.75’ South and 1,180 Feet East of the Northwest Corner of the Southeast Quarter of the Northwest Quarter, (SE 1/4 of NW 1/4), Section ThirtyThree 33, Township ThirtyThree (33) North, Range Sixteen (16) West; thence South 140 Feet; thence East 65 Feet; thence North 140 Feet; thence West 65 Feet to the point of beginning, Polk County, Wisconsin. TAX KEY NO.: 201-00980-0000. PROPERTY ADDRESS: 254 Broadway St., Amery, Wisconsin 54001. Adam C. Lueck State Bar No. 1081386 Attorney for Plaintiff 230 W. Monroe St. 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. 578993 WNAXLP

POLK COUNTY POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT C.N.A. - Golden Age Manor $13.12/hr. + shift differential Part-time positions available .40 for pms & .50 for nocs for PM shift (2:30 - 9 p.m.) & Night shift (10:30 p.m. - 6:30 a.m.) Deadline To Apply: Open until filled YOU MUST COMPLETE A POLK CO. EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION TO BE ELIGIBLE. For application, complete position requirements and details, please visit our Web site at www.co.polk.wi.us, Employment Opportunities, or in person at 100 Polk Co. Plaza, #229, Balsam Lake, or Golden Age Manor, 220 Scholl Ct., Amery, or by calling 715-485-9176. Please, no faxed applications. AA/EEOC 579442 30L

NOTICE

The next meeting of the Board of Directors of the Frederic Rural Fire Association will be Tues., March 26, 2013, at 7 p.m., at the Fire Hall 579250 30-31L

(March 6, 13, 20) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY Royal Credit Union, a federal credit union, 200 Riverfront Terrace Eau Claire, Wisconsin 54703, Plaintiff, vs. John R. Sullivan 2514 235th Street Cushing, Wisconsin 54006, Angela C. Sullivan 2514 235th Street Cushing, Wisconsin 54006, Central Bank, a Minnesota banking corporation, 304 Cascade Street Osceola, Wisconsin 54020, Citibank, National Association, successor to CitiBank (South Dakota), N.A., a national banking association, 701 East 60th Street North Sioux Falls, South Dakota 57104, Discover Bank, a Delaware banking corporation, 502 East Market Street Greenwood, Delaware 19950, John Doe, Mary Roe, and XYZ corporation, Defendants. Case Type: 30404 Case No.: 12CV438 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE, that by virtue of that certain Findings of Fact, Conclusions of Law, Order for Judgment, and Judgment entered and filed in the above-entitled action on September 19, 2012, the Sheriff of Polk County, Wisconsin, will sell the following described real property at public auction as follows: DATE/TIME: March 28, 2013, at 10:00 a.m. TERMS: 10% of successful bid must be paid to Sheriff at sale in certified funds, with the balance due and owing on the date of confirmation of the sale by the Court. PLACE: Lobby of the Polk County Justice Center, 1005 West Main Street, Balsam Lake, WI 54810. LEGAL DESCRIPTION: Lot One (1) of Certified Survey Map No. 4132, Recorded in Volume 18 of Certified Survey Maps, Page 162, Document No. 660238, located in the SW 1/4 of SE 1/4, Section 30-36-18. (FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY: Plaintiff believes that the property address is 2510 238th Street, Cushing, Wisconsin). Dated: January 8, 2013. Peter Johnson Sheriff of Polk County, Wisconsin THIS INSTRUMENT WAS DRAFTED BY: ANASTASI JELLUM, P.A. 14985 60th Street North Stillwater, MN 55082 (651) 439-2951 Garth G. Gavenda/#16093 578726 WNAXLP

(Mar. 13, 20, 27) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY Bank of America, N.A. 4161 Piedmont Parkway NC4-105-03-04 Greensboro, NC 27416 Plaintiff vs. Bridget H. Beck 6613 Lower 12th Street N. Oakdale, MN 55128 Unknown Spouse of Bridget H. Beck 6613 Lower 12th Street N. Oakdale, MN 55128 Patrick J. Stary 6613 Lower 12th Street N. Oakdale, MN 55128 Unknown Spouse of Patrick J. Stary 6613 Lower 12th Street N. Oakdale, MN 55128 Unknown Tenants 230 1st Avenue E. Clear Lake, WI 54005 Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. as nominee for Countrywide Home Loans, Inc. 1901 East Voorhees Street, Suite C Danville, IL 61834 Green Tree Servicing, LLC 300 Landmark Towers 345 St. Peter Street St. Paul, MN 55102 Defendants SUMMONS Real Estate Mortgage Foreclosure Case No: 12 CV 765 Honorable Molly E. GaleWyrick Case Code: 30404 THE STATE OF WISCONSIN To the following party named as a defendant herein: Bridget H. Beck, Unknown Spouse of Bridget H. Beck You are hereby notified that the plaintiff named above has filed a lawsuit or other legal action against you. Within 40 days after March 13, 2013, you must respond with a written demand for a copy of the complaint. The demand must be sent or delivered to the court, whose address is: Polk County Clerk of Circuit Court Polk County Justice Center 1005 West Main Street Suite 300 Balsam Lake, WI 54810-9071 and to Dustin A. McMahon/ Blommer Peterman, S.C., plaintiff`s attorney, whose address is: Blommer Peterman, S.C. 165 Bishops Way, Suite 100 Brookfield, WI 53005 You may have an attorney help or represent you. If you do not demand a copy of the complaint within 40 days, the court may grant judgment against you for the award of money or other legal action requested in the complaint, and you may lose your right to object to anything that is or may be incorrect in the complaint. A judgment may be enforced as provided by law. A judgment awarding money may become a lien against any real estate you own now or in the future, and may also be enforced by garnishment or seizure of property. Dated this 4th day of March, 2013. Dustin A. McMahon / Blommer Peterman, S.C. State Bar No. 1086857 165 Bishops Way, Suite 100 Brookfield, WI 53005 262-790-5719 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. 2571770 579247 WNAXLP

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY PUBLIC HEALTH SPECIALIST

Part-time position available with Burnett County in N.W. Wisconsin. www.burnettcounty.com for further details or 715-349-2181. Application deadline 579437 30-31L 20a,b,c 03/22/2013. E.O.E.

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Full-time position available with Burnett County in N.W. Wisconsin. www.burnettcounty.com for further details or 715-349-2181. Application deadline 579424 30-31L 20a,b,c March 22, 2013. EOE.

FULL- PART-TIME & SEASONAL HELP WANTED Apply in person:

THE BEAUDRY CO., INC. 325 Oak Street, Frederic, WI

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2nd and 3rd shifts available. Light, small part assembly. Good vision and excellent eye-hand coordination required. Must have the ability to perform repetitive work. Applicants must have an excellent attendance history.

LIBRARY ASSISTANT Youth/Teen Services (Part Time) BALSAM LAKE, WISCONSIN

The Balsam Lake Public Library seeks a part-time library assistant (youth/teen services). The position is responsible for developing and implementing youth/teen programming for the library as well as providing customer service. The ideal candidate is someone who is passionate about working with youth of all ages. A creative flair and a willingness to try new programming ideas are important. They must be a people person who can connect with children, parents, co-workers, as well as the community. Flexibility in work schedule is required and includes daytime, evening and rotating Saturday hours. Experience working with children and a high school diploma are required, bachelor degree preferred. Starting wage is based upon experience. A complete job description is available. Please e-mail your resume and cover letter to library@balsamlakepl.org or mail to: P.O. Box 340, Balsam Lake, WI 54810 by 579277 30L March 15, 2013.

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HELP WANTED

HELP WANTED

ON-CALL TRUCK DRIVERS

PARKS & RECREATION EMPLOYEE

VILLAGE OF LUCK

The Village of Luck is seeking applicants for on-call truck drivers to help with snow removal. Valid Wisconsin Driver’s License required with good driving record. CDL experience preferred. Requires flexible schedule, some days, evenings and weekends. Wage is $10.00/hour. Applications accepted on a continual basis to be placed on an on-call list. Applications available at Luck Village Hall, 401 Main St., M-F 8 a.m.-4 p.m. The Village of Luck is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 579501 30-31L

VILLAGE OF LUCK

POLK COUNTY HUMAN SERVICES AODA COUNSELOR

This position’s primary responsibility is providing voluntary and court-ordered substance abuse assessments, as well as providing primary intensive outpatient program services in accordance with the provisions of HFS 75 - Substance Abuse Services, HFS 94 - Patient Rights and Resolution of Patient Grievances, HFS 92 - Confidentiality of Treatment Records and the Medical Assistance Provider Handbook. Requires a Bachelor’s Degree or Master’s Degree in counseling, social work or closely related area with specific training in substance abuse. Must have experience and clinical training in working with individuals, couples and groups. For complete job description and application, visit www.co.polk.wi.us or call 715-485-9176. Deadline to apply: 579443 30L April 1, 2013. Salary DOQ. AA/EEOC

General Assignment Reporter

Stop-a-Sec Inc.

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Seeking a dependable, creative, quick learner to fill an opening in our ad Graphics Production Department. Must be able to follow directions and work under deadline pressures. Computer skills helpful (Photoshop and Multi-Ad Creator). If interested, please send resume to Human Resource Department.

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The beat includes local government coverage (school, city and county), crime reporting, event coverage, feature stories and Web skills. Your own transportation, computer and camera are required and you would write from your own home. Washburn County residents preferred. Previous experience and knowledge are preferred, but all resumes will be considered.

Send Your Resume to:

INTER-COUNTY COOPERATIVE PUBLISHING ASSOCIATION Attn: Editor P.O. Box 490, Frederic, WI 54837 Or E-mail To: leadernewsroom@gmail.com

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(Part Time, Tuesday - Thursday)

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NOW HIRING

Holiday Stationstores are now hiring for Part-time Spring & Summer Sales Associates in combination with Food Service positions.

If you have a desire to work in a fast-paced, fun environment, interacting with a diverse group of people, look no further! We operate 7 days a week, 365 days a year and no two days are ever alike. Applicants must be flexible and have excellent customer service skills. Positions are available at the following locations:

LUCK * BALSAM LAKE * CUSHING * WEBSTER * GRANTSBURG * OSCEOLA * MINONG

Applications may be picked up at each store. Online applications may be sent by using www.holidaystationstores.com. Thank you for your consideration! E.O.E. 579182 19-20a,b,d 30-31L

WANTED MEMBER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE

Polk-Burnett Electric Cooperative is seeking a full-time member service representative. This position will provide accurate record keeping for member accounts and interact with members in a positive manner regarding their elec tric accounts. The successful candidate must have a high school or equivalent diploma. An associate’s degree or technical college certificate in a related field is preferred. Additional training pursuant to customer service will be considered highly desirable. A minimum of two years’ experience in an office environment with public contact, bookkeeping and data processing is preferred. Responsibilities include billing electric accounts, data entry to member accounts, account changes and adjustments, payments received, fees, deposits, disconnections and responding to member electric billing questions and complaints. The successful candidate must be proficient with computers and 10-key, have strong verbal and organizational skills, possess the ability to perform work accurately with frequent interruptions, have considerable skill in dealing with a variety of people under difficult circumstances, have a positive attitude and be a team player. Skill tests will be given if selected to interview. 579329 30L 20d

The Polk County Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, March 26, 2013, at the Government Center in Balsam Lake, WI. The board will call the public hearing to order at 8:30 a.m., recess at 8:45 a.m. to view the site and will reconvene at 1 p.m. at the Government Center in Balsam Lake, WI. At that time, the applicant will inform the board of their request. (THE APPLICANT MUST APPEAR AT 1 P.M. WHEN THE BOARD RECONVENES AT THE GOVERNMENT CENTER.) DAN ARNDT requests a Special Exception to Article 15B1 of the Polk County Shoreland Protection Zoning Ordinance to excavate on a slope of 20% or greater. Property affected is: 1728 Woods Ct., Lot 1, CSM Vol. 2/Pg. 43, Sec. 1/T34N/R17W, Town of Balsam Lake, Balsam Lake (class 1). GARY SKAAR requests a variance to Article 5C of the Polk County Shoreland Protection Zoning Ordinance to add a roof over an existing accessory structure that will exceed 25’ in height. Property affected is: 1201 County Rd. I, Lot 13, CSM Vol. 7/Pg. 93, Sec. 1/T34N/R17W, Town of Balsam Lake, and Sec. 6/T34N/R16W, Town of Apple River, Balsam Lake (class 1). MARK & THERESA SMITH request a variance to Article 11F2(b)(1) of the Polk County Shoreland Protection Zoning Ordinance to exceed the 1,100-sq.-ft. footprint with dwelling. Property affected is: 1841 Pine Island Park Ct., Lots 10+11, Pine Island Park, Sec. 35/T35N/R17W, Town of Milltown, Balsam Lake (class 1). BIG ROCK CREEK FARMS, LLP request a Special Exception to Article 8D1-8D4 of the Polk County Shoreland Protection Zoning Ordinance to establish a tourist rooming house, along with a transient lodge. The applicant also wishes to create a campground as well as establish an institution for environmental educational purposes. They further request to hold events such as, but not limited to: weddings, retreats, social gatherings and fundraisers. The property affected is the shoreland corridors located in Sections 4-10 in the Town of St. Croix Falls. Property address is: 1674 State Hwy. 87, Rock Creek (class 2), ponds (class 3). 579064 29-30L 19a,d WNAXLP

NOW HIRING

Holiday Stationstores are now hiring for a Full-time Assistant Manager. If you have a desire to work in a fast-paced, fun environment, interacting with a diverse group of people, look no further! We operate 7 days a week, 365 days a year and no two days are ever alike. Applicants must be flexible and have excellent customer service skills with a retail and management background. Position available at our Osceola Holiday location. Please send resume, references and salary requirements to:

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The Village of Luck seeks a part-time, seasonal parks and recreation employee. This position reports to the Director of Public Works and is responsible for the day-to-day maintenance of the Village Parks and Building grounds. Minimum requirements: Valid driver’s license with good driving record; ability to move/lift 50 lbs. occasionally; basic reading and writing skills; familiarity with park equipment maintenance and record-keeping skills. Wage is $7.25-$9.00/hour, approximately 25 hours a week. Applications available at Luck Village Hall, 401 Main St., M-F 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Deadline to apply is 4 p.m. on Thursday, March 28. The Village of Luck is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 579500 30-31L

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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY SOCIAL WORKER

Polk-Burnett offers a competitive wage and an excellent benefit package. Please submit an application, cover letter and resume on or before March 25, 2013, to: Executive Assistant/HR Administra-tor, Polk-Burnett, 1001 State Road 35, Centuria, WI 54824-9020 or sbergmann@polkburnett.com. No phone calls please. An application can be downloaded at www.polkburnett.com under About Us. Polk-Burnett is an equal opportunity 579395 30-31L 20-21a,d employer.

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Notices/Employment opportunities

NOTICE OF EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Grantsburg School District March 1, 2013

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Position Announcement - Western Wisconsin Emergency Medical Services Emergency Medical Technician-Intermediate Unity Ambulance, Milltown, WI DEPARTMENT: WWEMS-Unity Ambulance Service REPORTS TO: WWEMS Service Manager FLSA STATUS: Nonexempt CLOSES: March 29, 2013; 5 p.m. START: As soon as possible JOB SUMMARY: The Emergency Medical Technician-Intermediate/IV Tech (EMT-I) (EMT-IV) is a paid position with Western Wisconsin EMS agency. EMT-I/IVs will respond to 911 calls, provide patient care within the EMT-I/IV scope of practice as determined by state and national standards and transport of patients to local and regional hospitals. Conduct review of ambulance stocking per company standards. DAYS AND HOURS: • 24 hours per week dependent on operational assignments. QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED: • Current WI EMT-I/IV Tech certification • Current valid driver’s license • Completion of an Emergency Vehicle Operations Course within the last 2 years or able to complete the EVOC course within 1 month of hiring • Current AHA Healthcare Provider CPR Certification • Ability to read and communicate effectively in English QUALIFICATIONS PREFERRED: • Minimum of one-year experience working as an EMT-I/EMT-IV • Experience as a volunteer EMS provider • CPR instructor certification • Resident of Polk County, Wisconsin We offer excellent compensation and benefit packages along with a progressive, supportive, caring environment. If you would like the opportunity to grow with us, apply online at: westfieldshospital.com/careers For further information about this position, please contact David Waltz, WWEMS Director 651-254-7745 or david.r.waltz@healthpartners.com. Interviews by appointment only. Western Wisconsin EMS (WWEMS), part of the HealthPartners family of business, is a nonprofit 501(c)3 corporation that owns and operates ambulance services in Western Wisconsin. Westfields Hospital, also part of HealthPartners, serves as the human resource department for WWEMS. Westfields Hospital is an equal employment opportunity employer functioning under Affirmative Action Goals and Steps. 579465 30-31L 20-21a-e

SECTION 00030 ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS 2013 PAVING IMPROVEMENTS GRANTSBURG SCHOOL DISTRICT

Sealed bids for the project designated above will be received for and in behalf of the Grantsburg School District until Thursday, March 21, 2013, at 10 a.m., at which time the bids will be publicly opened and read aloud at the School District Office, 480 E. James Avenue, Grantsburg, WI 54840, for furnishing all labor, material, equipment, etc., necessary and required for the following work: Paving improvements for high school parking lot and athletic track, elementary school path and playground and Nelson Primary School parking lot. 9,000 1,200 2,000 300 200 2 1 1

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Remove or Pulverize Asphalt Pavement 1-1/4-Inch Dense Aggregate Base Asphaltic Pavement Type E-1 Tack Coat Concrete Pavement 8-Inch Parking Lot Pavement Marking - Paint Athletic Track Marking - Paint Common Excavation

Alternate Bid Items 3,600 S.Y. Aggregate Chip Seal

All bids shall be addressed to the Grantsburg School District Superintendent and shall be marked “2013 Paving Improvements” on the outside of the envelope. Plans and specifications are on file at the Grantsburg School District office and may be obtained from Cooper Engineering Company, Inc., 2600 College Drive, Rice Lake, Wisconsin 54868, for a nonrefundable fee of $25. The bid proposal shall be accompanied by a certified check or bid bond in an amount not less than 5% of the maximum bid price, payable to the Grantsburg School District, as a guarantee that the bidder, if his bid is accepted, will execute and file the proper contract and 100 percent performance and payment bonds within 15 days after the Notice of Award. In case the Bidder fails to file such contract and required bonds, the check or bid bond shall be forfeited to the Grantsburg School District as liquidated damages. Letting of contracts will be subject to Section 66.0901 Wisconsin Statutes, Public Works, Contracts and Bids. This project is subject to the provisions of Section 66.0903 Wisconsin Statutes - Municipal Prevailing Wage and Hour Scales and DWD 290, Wisconsin Administrative Code. The Grantsburg School District reserves the right to waive any formalities in the preparation of a bid and to reject any or all bids. No bidder may withdraw his bid within 60 days after the scheduled time of bid opening. 578991 29-30L WNAXLP Published by the authority of: Ms. Joni Burgin, Superintendent, Grantsburg School District, 480 E. James Avenue, Grantsburg, WI 54840. Cooper Engineering Company, Inc., 2600 College Drive, P.O. Box 230, Rice Lake, WI 54868-0230.

High School Industrial Technology Education Teacher. Job Description High School Industrial Technology Education Teacher for the 2013-2014 school year. Applicants with certification in Technology Education are strongly encouraged to apply. 100% FTE. Qualifications The applicants need to have Wisconsin Certifica-tion or ability to obtain DPI certification. Applicants must possess the dynamics to build relationships with children to create an atmosphere of learning and mutual respect. The ability to interact and be a contributing member of a talented teaching faculty is desired. Technology skills and the ability to apply them in the classroom are necessary. Successful candidate will teach and supervise classes in the following content areas: woodworking, metals/welding, transportation, CAD and building construction. All classes are block scheduled. Strong references for this position are essential. Requirements We are seeking applicants with Wisconsin Licensure Industrial Technology Education #220. Applicants need to be prepared to deal with aspects of the personal, social and academic needs of high school stu dents. Applicants should possess the skills necessary to communicate effectively with parents in order to build educational partnerships. Interested applicants should be willing to take part in school and student improvement initiatives. How to Apply Send letter of application, resume, credentials (three current letters of recommendation and transcripts) a valid e-mail address, and a copy of license by March 15, 2013. Be sure to include your e-mail address. Contact Stan Marczak, Principal Grantsburg High School 480 East James Ave. Grantsburg, WI 54840 715-463-2531 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. 578999 29-30L

LEGAL NOTICE APPOINTMENTS TO THE WISCONSIN INDIANHEAD TECHNICAL COLLEGE DISTRICT BOARD The committee to appoint members to the Wisconsin Indianhead Technical College District Board will hold a public hearing on Wednesday, March 27, 2013, at 1:30 p.m., at the Wisconsin Indianhead Technical College Administrative Office, located at 505 Pine Ridge Drive, Shell Lake, WI, to review the following candidates’ applications submitted for consideration for the following positions: (1) Employee member position representing Region 5 - Barron County (3-year term), (1) Employer member position representing Region 3 - Rusk, Sawyer, Washburn Counties (3-year term), and (1) Additional member position representing the WITC District (3-year term). Candidates must be present and must provide two letters of recommendation before being interviewed to qualify for appointment to the Board. Erin Hansford David Minor 504 Benson Road 3314 Baxter Ave Frederic, WI 54837 Superior, WI 54880 Eileen Yeakley 1665 19-3/4 Street Cameron, WI 54822 AGENDA Wisconsin Indianhead Technical College DISTRICT BOARD APPOINTMENT COMMITTEE Wednesday, March 27, 2013, 1:30 p.m. WITC Administrative Office 505 Pine Ridge Drive, Shell Lake, WI 54871 Public Hearing 1. Call Public Hearing to Order 2. Roll Call 3. Establishment of Quorum 4. Determination of Compliance with Open Meetings Law and Statutory Notices 5. Determination of Names and Qualifications of the Candidates 6. Interview each Candidate 7. Testimony from the Public Regarding Candidates 8. Close of Public Hearing Appointment Committee Meeting 1. Call Public Meeting to Order 2. Roll Call 3. Establishment of a Quorum 4. Determination of Compliance with Open Meetings Law and Statutory Notices 5. Approval of the March 29, 2012, Board Appointment Committee Public Hearing and Appointment Committee Meeting Minutes 6. Approval of the April 26, 2012, Board Appointment Committee Public Hearing and Appointment Committee Meeting Minutes 7. Purpose of Meeting and Explanation of Statutes Governing District Board Appointments 8. Review the Plan of Representation, Approved on April 26, 2012 9. The committee may go into closed session, in accordance with State Statutes §19.85 (1)(f), for the purpose of consideration of financial, medical, social or personal histories information of the candidates 10. Reconvene Public Meeting 11. Appointment of District Board Members 12. Review, Discuss and Consider Approval of or Changes to the Plan of Representation for the next Board Appointment Process 13. Adjournment of Public Meeting Note: President Meyer will be available during the meeting to answer any questions. 579206 30r,L WNAXLP

NOTICE OF EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Grantsburg School District March 4, 2013

Job Title 7th-/8th-Grade Social Studies Teacher Job Description 100% FTE Qualifications Appropriate certification by the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction for Social Studies. Requirements Middle School experience preferred. Having the ability to develop positive relationships with students in order to deal with their social and emotional needs is a must. Individual should have the skills to teach in an active, hands-on and studentcentered approach while being able to integrate technology into the lessons. Knowledge and use of the Wisconsin Social Studies Content & Performance Standards is highly desired. Being able to teach students how to read for content is a plus. How to Apply Send letter of application, resume, credentials (three current letters of recommendation and transcripts) and a copy of license by March 25, 2013. Contact Brad Jones, Principal Grantsburg Middle School 500 East James Ave. Grantsburg, WI 54840 715-463-2455 The School District of Grantsburg is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, 579241 30-31L sex, religion or handicap.

NOTICE OF PENDING APPLICATION FOR PROPOSED PIER EXTENSIONS

E-Z Livin’ Condominium Association c/o Randy Rosburg, P.O. Box 166, Somerset, WI 54025, has applied to the Department of Natural Resources for a permit to place extensions on existing piers on the bed of Bone Lake. The project is located in the SW1/4 of the NW1/4 of Section 5, Township 35 North, Range 16 West, Town of Georgetown, Polk County. The Department has determined that the application is complete and is currently evaluating the applicant’s proposal. The Department must consider factual information about the following legal standards in deciding whether to issue, modify or deny the permit or approve or disapprove the contract: • Whether the project will materially obstruct navigation, including commercial, recreational, active and passive forms of navigation. • Whether the project will be detrimental to the public interest, including fish and wildlife or their habitat, natural scenic beauty or water quality. • Whether the project will materially reduce the flood flow capacity of a stream. The Department will follow the steps below to reach its final decision on the application: 1. Review the plans and information provided by the applicant. 2. Review the information from public comments. 3. Review the information presented at a public informational hearing if one is requested. 4. Review the information found in natural resource inventories and plans, maps or data collected by the Department or oth ers using commonly accepted methods. 5. Determine whether the proposed project or activity complies with s. 1.11, Stats (the Wisconsin Environmental Policy Act), and ch. NR 150, Wis. Adm. Code. The Department has made a tentative determination that it will issue the permit or contract for the proposed activity. If you would like to know more about this project or would like to see the application and plans, please visit the Department’s permit tracking Web site at https://permits.dnr.wi.gov/water/ SitePages/Permit%20Search.aspx. Reasonable accommodation, including the provision of informational material in an alternative format, will be provided for qualified individuals with disability upon request. If notice of a public informational hearing is not included in this notice of pending application, no public informational hearing will be held unless the Department receives a request for hearing or determines within 20 days after this notice is published that there is a significant public interest in holding a hearing. If no hearing is requested, the Department may issue its decision without a hearing. Any person may request a public informational hearing by writing to Dan Harrington, 810 West Maple Street, Spooner, WI 54801 by U.S. mail postmarked no later than 20 days following publication of this notice. A request for hearing must include the docket number or applicant name and specify the issues that the party desires to be addressed at the informational hearing. Because the Department must base its decision to issue, deny or modify the permit or approve or disapprove the contract on whether the project or activity meets the legal standards listed above, the issues raised in the request for hearing should relate to those standards. Any member of the public may submit written comments to the address above by U.S. mail. Comments should include the docket number or applicant name. If no public informational hearing is held on this application, comments must b postmarked within 30 days after the date this notice is published in a newspaper as a class 1 notice or within 30 days after the date this notice is published on the Department’s Web site, whichever is later. If a public informational hearing is held, comments must be postmarked no later than 10 days following the date on which the hearing is completed. The final decision may be appealed as indicated in the decision document. Docket Number IP-NO-2013-49-00365 WISCONSIN DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES For the Secretary Dan Harrington Water Management Specialist Date: 02/27/2013 579470 30Lp WNAXLP

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT VILLAGE OF SIREN

Public notice is hereby given to all persons in the Village of Siren, Wisconsin, that a public hearing will be held by the Plan Commission on Wednesday, March 27, 2013, at 10 a.m. at the Village Hall, 24049 First Avenue, Village of Siren, Wisconsin, at the request of the Village Board on an application for a Conditional Use Permit: 7700 Bradley Street; PID 07-181-2-38-16-08-5 15-659088000, to allow a kennel/multiple dog license under Village Ordinance §200-18(C) to keep a total of five (5) dogs. All persons interested are invited to attend said hearing and be heard. Information on the proposal is available at the Village Office at 24049 First Avenue. Ann L. Peterson Village Clerk/Treasurer 578823 29-30L WNAXLP Week of March 6, 2013

ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS WELL NO. 3 REHABILITATION PROJECT AND SCADA SYSTEM UPGRADES 2013 VILLAGE OF WEBSTER BURNETT COUNTY, WISCONSIN

The Village of Webster will receive sealed bids at the Village Hall, located at 7505 Main Street West, P.O. Box 25, Webster, Wisconsin 54893, for the construction of the Well No. 3 Rehabilitation Project and SCADA System Upgrades 2013 project until 2 p.m., March 21, 2013. All bids will be publicly opened and read aloud at that time. The work for which bids are asked includes the following: Project consists of the rehabilitation of a Potable Water Supply Well and SCADA system upgrades for four lift stations, three well houses and a water tower within the Village of Webster.

The BIDDING DOCUMENTS may be examined at the offices of MSA Professional Services, Inc., Rice Lake, Wisconsin; and Duluth, Minnesota; the Village of Webster; the Builder’s Exchange of St. Paul, Minnesota; McGraw Hill Construction Dodge, Hot Springs, Arkansas; Minneapolis Builders Exchange, Minneapolis, Minnesota; Northwest Regional Builders Exchange in Altoona (Eau Claire), Wisconsin. Planholders list will be updated daily on our Web address at www.msa-ps.com under Bids. An updated planholders list will be mailed with any and all addenda. No planholders list will be faxed.

Copies of the BIDDING DOCUMENTS are available at www.questcdn.com. You may download the digital plan documents for $20 by inputting Quest eBidDoc #2513155 on the Web site’s Project Search page. Please contact QuestCDN.com at 952-233-1632 or info@questcdn.com for assistance in free membership registration, downloading and working with the digital project information.

Additionally, copies of the BIDDING DOCUMENTS may be obtained at the office of MSA Professional Services, Inc., 15 W Marshall Street, Suite B, Rice Lake, WI 54868, upon receipt of a nonrefundable fee of $50 for a half size (11” x 17”) set of plans. Bidding documents in electronic portable display format (PDF) will be provided on a single compact disc for a nonrefundable fee of $20.

No proposal will be accepted unless accompanied by a certified check or bid bond equal to at least 5% of the amount bid, payable to the OWNER as a guarantee that, if the bid is accepted, the bidder will execute and file the proper contract and bond within 15 days after the award of the contract. The certified check or bid bond will be returned to the bidder as soon as the contract is signed, and if after 15 days the bidder shall fail to do so, the certified check or bid bond shall be forfeited to the OWNER as liquidated damages.

No bidder may withdraw his bid within 60 days after the actual date of the opening thereof. WAGE RATES Wisconsin State Wage Rates: Pursuant to Section 66.0903, Wisconsin Statutes, the minimum wages to be paid on the project shall be in accordance with the wage rate scale established by State wage rates. Federal Davis Bacon Wage Rates: Federal wage rates can be found at http://www.wdol.gov/dba.aspx#0. Be aware that project Administrators, Bidders and Contractors are required to use the latest federal wage rate available at the time of bid opening. The minimum wages to be paid on the project shall be the higher of the wage scale established by either the Federal or State wage rates. This project anticipates the use of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Funding. Attention of Bidders is particularly called to the requirements as to conditions of employment to be observed and minimum wage rates to be paid under the contract, Section 3, Segregated Facility, Section 109 and E.O. 11246. This project anticipates use of Wisconsin DNR Safe Drinking Loan Water Program funding. We encourage Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (DBEs), including Minority-owned Business Enterprises (MBEs), Women’s Business Enterprises (WBEs) and Small Businesses in Rural Areas (SBRAs) to submit bid proposals. A municipality, in awarding prime contracts and the primary engineer and primary contractor, in awarding subcontractors, are required to make a good faith effort to achieve a combined minimum goal of 15% participation for MBE/WBE utilization in accordance with s.NR 162.09(3), s.NR 166.12(4) and s.NR 167.18(4) Wis. Admin. Code. If a subcontractor awards subcontracts, these requirements shall apply to the subcontractor. OWNER reserves the right to waive any informalities or to reject any or all bids. Published by the authority of the Village of Webster. CONSULTING ENGINEER: MSA Professional Services, Inc. 15 W Marshall Street, Suite B Rice Lake, WI 54868 Jeff Row, P.E. (715) 234-1009 x113 MSA Professional Services, Inc. 1230 South Blvd. Baraboo, WI 54913-2791 Scott R. Chilson, P.E. (608) 355-8868 579015 29-30L WNAXLP

NOTICE

REQUEST FOR BIDS

LAWN CARE FOR SCHOOL DISTRICT OF SIREN

This project will involve lawn care for the School District of Siren. Area of school grounds to be maintained are approximately 8 acres. To obtain further specifications, contact the Siren School District Office at 24022 Fourth Avenue North, Siren, WI, or contact Don Fleischhacker, Buildings and Grounds Maintenance Supervisor by dialing 715-3497392, Ext. 403. To receive specifications by mail, dial 715-349-7392, Ext. 401. All proposal bids to be in the Siren School District Office by March 22, 2013, at 4 p.m. Bids may be mailed to: Siren School District Office, 24022 Fourth Avenue North, Siren, WI 54872-8114, sealed and 578584 28-30L WNAXLP marked “Lawn Care.” The Siren Board of Education retains the right to reject any and all proposal bids.

ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS WEBSTER WATER SYSTEM UPGRADES 2013 VILLAGE OF WEBSTER BURNETT COUNTY, WISCONSIN

The Village of Webster will receive sealed bids at the Village Hall, located at 7505 Main Street West, P.O. Box 25, Webster, Wisconsin 54893, for the construction of the Webster Water System Upgrades 2013 project until 2 p.m., March 21, 2013. All bids will be publicly opened and read aloud at that time. The work for which bids are asked includes the following: Installation of approximately 1,800 lineal feet of water main by opentrench methods, installation of approximately 3,150 lineal feet of water main by horizontal-directional drilling, reconstruction of approximately 1,800 lineal feet of village streets and alleys including crushed-aggregate base course, HMA pavement and approximately 1,450 l.f. of concrete curb and gutter. Work will include traffic control, erosion control and turf restoration. The BIDDING DOCUMENTS may be examined at the offices of MSA Professional Services, Inc., Rice Lake, Wisconsin; and Duluth, Minnesota; the Village of Webster; the Builder’s Exchange of St. Paul, Minnesota; McGraw Hill Construction Dodge, Hot Springs, Arkansas; Minneapolis Builders Exchange, Minneapolis, Minnesota; Northwest Regional Builders Exchange in Altoona (Eau Claire), Wisconsin. Planholders list will be updated daily on our Web address at www.msa-ps.com under Bids. An updated planholders list will be mailed with any and all addenda. No planholders list will be faxed.

Copies of the BIDDING DOCUMENTS are available at www.questcdn.com. You may download the digital plan documents for $20 by inputting Quest eBidDoc #2476799 on the Web site’s Project Search page. Please contact QuestCDN.com at 952-233-1632 or info@questcdn.com for assistance in free membership registration, downloading and working with the digital project information.

Additionally, copies of the BIDDING DOCUMENTS may be obtained at the office of MSA Professional Services, Inc., 15 W. Marshall Street, Suite B, Rice Lake, WI 54868, upon receipt of a nonrefundable fee of $50 for a half size (11” x 17”) set of plans. Bidding documents in electronic portable display format (PDF) will be provided on a single-compact disc for a nonrefundable fee of $20.

No proposal will be accepted unless accompanied by a certified check or bid bond equal to at least 5% of the amount bid, payable to the OWNER as a guarantee that, if the bid is accepted, the bidder will execute and file the proper contract and bond within 15 days after the award of the contract. The certified check or bid bond will be returned to the bidder as soon as the contract is signed, and if after 15 days the bidder shall fail to do so, the certified check or bid bond shall be forfeited to the OWNER as liquidated damages.

Polk County will be suspending the Frozen Road Declaration as of Monday, March 18, 2013, at 12:01 a.m. Effective March 18, 2013, the following Polk County roads will be restricted to six (6) tons for any single axle weight: County Trunk Highway “W” from County Trunk Highway “E” to 80th Street County Trunk Highway “GG” from State Highway 48 to County Trunk Highway “G” County Trunk Highway “D” from County Trunk Highway “JJ” to State Highway 63 County Trunk Highway “H” from State Highway 8 to County Trunk Highway “I” Additional highway(s) may be posted if needed, so please watch for signs. Highway maintenance vehicles, school buses, emergency public utility vehicles, sewage haulers and trucks hauling bulk milk products (not whey products) are exempt from the load restrictions. Propane haulers and fuel oil haulers may exceed the imposed restrictions by two (2) tons per axle. This notice does not include town roads. Townships will need to be contacted directly for the status of their weight restrictions. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the Highway office at 715-485-8700. Steve Warndahl 579468 30L Polk County Highway Commissioner

POLK COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS Polk County Government Center 100 Polk County Plaza, Balsam Lake, WI County Boardroom Tuesday, March 19, 2013 Regular Business Meeting, 6:00 p.m.

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No bidder may withdraw his bid within 60 days after the actual date of the opening thereof.

WAGE RATES Wisconsin State Wage Rates: Pursuant to Section 66.0903, Wisconsin Statutes, the minimum wages to be paid on the project shall be in accordance with the wage rate scale established by State wage rates. Federal Davis Bacon Wage Rates: Federal wage rates can be found at http://www.wdol.gov/dba.aspx#0. Be aware that project Administrators, Bidders and Contractors are required to use the latest federal wage rate available at the time of bid opening. The minimum wages to be paid on the project shall be the higher of the wage scale established by either the Federal or State wage rates.

This project anticipates the use of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Funding. Attention of Bidders is particularly called to the requirements as to conditions of employment to be observed and minimum wage rates to be paid under the contract, Section 3, Segregated Facility, Section 109 and E.O. 11246.

This project anticipates use of Wisconsin DNR Safe Drinking Loan Water Program funding. We encourage Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (DBEs), including Minority-owned Business Enterprises (MBEs), Women’s Business Enterprises (WBEs) and Small Businesses in Rural Areas (SBRAs) to submit bid proposals. A municipality, in awarding prime contracts, and the primary engineer and primary contractor, in awarding subcontractors, are required to make a good faith effort to achieve a combined minimum goal of 15% participation for MBE/WBE utilization in accordance with s.NR 162.09(3), s.NR 166.12(4) and s.NR 167.18(4) Wis. Admin. Code. If a subcontractor awards subcontracts, these requirements shall apply to the subcontractor. OWNER reserves the right to waive any informalities or to reject any or all bids. Published by the authority of the Village of Webster. CONSULTING ENGINEER: MSA Professional Services, Inc. 15 W Marshall Street, Suite B Rice Lake, WI 54868 Jeff Row, P.E. (715) 234-1009 x113 579011 29-30L WNAXLP

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Open Session Call to Order Evidence of Proper Notice Roll Call Pledge of Allegiance Time of Reflection – Supr. Schmidt Consent Agenda * Consideration of noticed agenda for March 19, 2013, meeting; * Consideration/corrections to the published minutes of the January 13, 2013, meeting; A. Approval of Resolution No.______-13, Resolution to Approve Zoning Ordinance Amendments for the Town of Garfield. Public Comments - 3 minutes per person - not to exceed 30 minutes total Chairman’s Report, Wm. Johnson Time for Committee Q&A (if any) Administrator’s Report, Dana Frey Confirmation of Chairman’s Appointments: Supvr. Nelson and Supvr. Kienholz to Polk County Library Planning Committee Confirmation of Administrator’s Appointments: Dave Mueller, Lynne Schauls, Cricket LaFond, Cole Z, Peggy Farmer & Deanna Wheeler to Polk County Library Planning Committee Dale Wood - 3/1/13 - 3/1/16 (3-yr. term) Land Conservation Committee Wayne Tomfohrde - 3/1/13 - 3/1/18 (5-yr. term) Polk County Housing Authority Confirmation of DNR Appointments of 2013 Emergency Fire Wardens for Polk EMERGENCY FIRE WARDENS: Keith & Michelle Schmidt for T. of Clam Falls (Clam Falls Tavern) Patty & Ron Fredericks for T. of Clam Falls & T. West Sweden (Sundown Saloon) Jeff Moats for T. of West Sweden, T. of Luck and T. of Clam Falls (Ray’s Firestone) Julie Haines for T. of St. Croix Falls & T. of Sterling (Wolf Creek Bar) Proposed Resolutions and Ordinances B. Resolution No.______-13, Resolution to Section 174.11 Dog Claim of CheyeAnn Michael C. Resolution No.______-13, Resolution to Disallow Claim of Paul Burritt D. Resolution No.______-13, Resolution to Authorize Agreement with Village of Osceola for the Acquisition and Sale of Tax Delinquent Property Located at 130 Ridge Road in the Village of Osceola, Wisconsin In Accordance with Wisconsin Statutes 75.365(3) E. Resolution No.______-13, Resolution to Approve the Amended 15-Year (2006-2020) Polk County Forest Comprehensive Land Use Plan F. Resolution No.______-13, Resolution Concerning Wisconsin Department Of Natural Resources Outdoor Recreation Aids for the County of Polk G. Resolution No.______-13, Resolution to Accept Donation of Land from Janet Ahlgren H. Resolution No.______-13, Resolution to Authorize Hazardous Waste Collection Agreement with Northwest Wisconsin Regional Planning Commission in Accordance with Wisconsin Statutes 66.0301 I. Resolution No.______-13, Resolution to Approve a Memorandum of Agreement with the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources, Division of Forestry to Participate in the Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Land Acquisition Grant Program J. Resolution No.______-13, Resolution to Authorize Participation in the Northwest Wisconsin Regional Medical Examiner Mutual Aid Compact Agreement K. Resolution No.______-13, Resolution Concerning Newspaper Publication of Legal Notices Supervisors Reports 579350 30L WNAXLP Adjourn

15. 16. This meeting is open to the public according to Wisconsin State Statute 19.83. Persons with disabilities wishing to attend and/or participate are asked to notify the County Clerk’s office (715-485-9226) at least 24 hours in advance of the scheduled meeting time so all reasonable accommodations can be made.

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Pets and pals find pet fair fun and informative by Priscilla Bauer Leader staff writer GRANTSBURG – Pet owners and their pals found fun and informative displays at the Grantsburg Animal Hospital’s pet fair held at the community center on March 9. Fair attendees visited with vendors offering care products and information on pet dental health and nutrition, and disease prevention. Visitors also learned pet-grooming tips, dog-training techniques, and where to board pets. Owners could even get a professional photo taken with their pet. Several seminars were held during the fair on topics including training your dogs, protecting canines and felines from diseases and even what medications are available for your aging dog’s aches and pains. The seminar on ticks, a big problem for both people and pets, was also one of great interest to those attending the pet fair. Pet fair visitors enjoyed a freewill donation lunch with proceeds given to the local humane societies attending the fair.

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The musical comedy “When In Rome� will be performed at Webster School Friday through Sunday, March 22-24. Long, long ago in a land far away, a Roman emperor leaves for the front lines and a headstrong, independent princess decides it is a good time to make some changes in Rome - with the help of three hilarious thieves. Will it work? Will the princess rule the empire? Will the princess marry the last gladiator standing? “When In Rome� is written by Martin A. Follose, with music by Bill Froncoeur. The play is directed by Rita Bishop. The Friday and Saturday performances is are 7 p.m. The Sunday performance is at 2 p.m. - Photo by Julia Summer

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Home-schoolers hold second-annual science fair FREDERIC — Students in the Northern Lights Homeschool Group held their second-annual science fair Saturday, March 9, at Oak Forest Center outside of Frederic. Nineteen students between the ages of 6 and 15 produced exhibits and did verbal presentations on a wide variety of subjects. The purpose of the fair is to provide students an opportunity to display their creativity, work DQG VFLHQWLÀF PHWKRG VNLOOV ZKLOH UHLQIRUFLQJ WKH FRPSDWLELOLW\ RI VFLHQWLÀF WKRXJKW ZLWK WKH WUXWK RI WKH %LEOH (DFK ZDV DZDUGHG D FHUWLÀFDWH RI SDUWLFLSDWLRQ %HORZ is a list of the students who participated, their age and their science project: Abby Marek, 11, honeybees Catelyn Rice, 9, ants Hope McKinley, 10, building a horse stall $QQD 0F.LQOH\ FDPRXà DJH Vanessa Wolff and Amy Mevissen, both 11, ocean life Sophia Smith, 9, the water cycle Sarah Smith, 7, states of water Julia Nargis, 13, hard and soft water Nate McKinley, 12, tornados Joey Nargis, 10, laws of motion Timothy Smith, 13, neon lights and signage Eli Marek, 15, explosions James Rice, 14, black holes Valerie Wolff and Amber Mevissen, both 13, wind power electricity Stephen Rice, 12, the brain Grace Marek, 13, taxidermy Josh Stirrat, 13, dinosaur taxonomy. - submitted

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Luck Area ACS Walk/Run kickoff breakfast March 19 LUCK - The kickoff breakfast for the Luck Area American Cancer Society’s 18th-annual Walk/Run will be Tuesday, March 19, at Oakwood Inn, 7-8 a.m. Posters, registration forms, foot-a-buck footprints and additional information will be available at this meeting. Door prizes will also be given. Businesses, schools, churches, clubs and other organizations are encouraged to start organizing teams for this May 11 event. Individual participants are also welcome. Anyone not attending this informational meeting and LQWHUHVWHG LQ ÀQGLQJ RXW PRUH DERXW WKH ZDON UXQ VKRXOG contact Sandy Lundquist at 715-327-8502 or ctn54823@centurytel.net. This year’s honorary chairperson is Marsha Jensen. - submitted

Tickets available for Second-Chance Prom BURNETT COUNTY - On Saturday, April 6, the Burnett County Family Resource Center, Inc. will be hosting the annual Second-Chance Prom at Northwoods Crossing Event Center in Siren. The Second-Chance Prom is a formal event for adults ages 21 and older. The idea behind the event is to give everyone a second chance at one of the most memorable experiences in a lifetime – prom. The Family Resource Center gives everyone the chance to again shop for the perfect dress or tuxedo and enjoy a night out on the town with that special someone or group of friends. The theme this year is Masquerade! Wear a dazzling mask to get into the spirit of the event. Tickets are now available at Best Western, Chattering Squirrel or The Family Resource Center in Siren, and they recommend you purchase in advance due to the limited number of tickets sold. The cost is $35 per person or $60 per couple. The ticket price includes dancing, appetizers and a silent auction. Purchase your ticket in advance and you will be entered in the grand-prize drawing. For more information, to donate an item for the silent auction, or to arrange advance ticket purchase, contact Heidi Jones, executive director of the Burnett County Family Resource Center, at 715-349-2922 or director@bcfrc.com. - submitted

Free clothing event DRESSER – Peace Lutheran Church in Dresser will host its free clothing event on Monday, April 15, from 2–6 p.m. Free clothing, suitable for spring and summer wear, will be available to the general public at this event. All items are clean and in good condition, having been donated by members and friends of the Peace Lutheran congregation. A freewill offering for donated DVD, CD and VHS items will also be held at this event. The public is asked to please comply with the hours of the event and not arrive before 2 p.m. out of respect to the church staff and their working schedule. For more information, please call the church at 715-7552515. - submitted

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POLK COUNTY - In absence of a Miss Wisconsin preliminary pageant in the Polk County area, the annual Miss Fox River Valley and Miss Heart of the Valley pageants are seeking entrants from the Polk County area for the 2013 pageant. The double pageant event will be held on Saturday, April 6, at the Thompson Community Center in Appleton. The two combined pageants are open, at-large comSHWLWLRQV IRU DQ\ TXDOLĂ€HG ZRPDQ IURP DQ\ZKHUH LQ Wisconsin, ages 18 to 24, who lives, works full time or attends school in Wisconsin. College students are also eligible to compete. Contestants will be judged on the basis of a personal interview, platform issue, swimsuit, a 90-second talent routine and evening gown. The deadline is March 25,

bathroom, but the enthusiasm had spilled over into two other bathrooms. Each of the highly “I’ve been thinking ‌â€? If you skilled craftsmen scanned, meaare a teacher and a student says sured, pondered and made little this, you would be pleased. If your dollar sign scratches on their John W. Ingalls, MD child says it you might be suspiworksheets and smiled. “Yep! cious. However if your wife casuWe can do that!â€? ally mentions it, you realize her 2XU Ă€UVW DVVLJQPHQW ZDV WR Ă€QG FHUDPLF WLOH WR sentence is often punctuated with dollar signs. Such is match what was already in place on the rest of the the way our winter began. bathroom. I felt this was going to be simple. TwentyI don’t fear her shopping antics, rather I am pleased some years ago we had basic colors. Our bathroom by them. My shopping and buying exploits, I admit, are worse. Yet I perceive my purchases as being neces- tiles in use were blue and white. Not so easy. White no longer exists. I quickly discovered that there are sities and hers as being something less than that. I am now 47 different colored tiles that look like white but sure her perception is the exact opposite. really aren’t white. Now they sport names such as “I’ve been thinking about remodeling the bathroom.â€? Now I am not that old but growing up in rural “Frostyâ€? or “Bleached Boneâ€? or “Norwegian suntan in Wisconsin is different than an urban area. Remodeling winter.â€? Blue is even worse. The numerous and varied shades of blue range from “Glacierâ€? to “Midnight the bathroom meant moving the outhouse to a new Charade.â€? The basic colors, blue or white, no longer hole. Having full knowledge that I no longer own a impress the tile-purchasing public; they now need privy hidden behind any of the shrubbery, I realized to be dressed up in order to make their way into the this wasn’t what she had in mind. I dutifully listened modern bathroom. I think we settled on a couple of to her ideas and then we had a discussion. I won’t say names that would make a good movie. Something like LW ZDV DQ DUJXPHQW EXW LW ZDV D IXOO Ă HGJHG GLVFXV“The Moody Blues meets the Iceman.â€? sion, of which, I allowed her to gain the upper hand. Actually people who regularly color their hair First there was a parade of contractors through the have been doing this for years. Light brown is obsotiny space. I quickly realized that it wasn’t just one

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and there are no entry fees to compete. The winners of both pageant titles will advance to the 2013 Miss Wisconsin pageant, June 22, in Oshkosh. The winner there will win additional scholarships and represent the state in the 2013 Miss America pageant in Atlantic City, N.J., this September. Interested entrants from the Polk County area are asked to contact pageant director Joel Andelman by calling him at 715-258-2762 or e-mail at jmandelman@ charter.net. The reigning Miss Fox River Valley, Mary Martha O’Connell, of Bristol, and current Miss Heart of the Valley, Desiree Sue Geffers, of Oshkosh, will crown each of WKHLU VXFFHVVRUV DW WKH FRQFOXVLRQ RI WKH ÀUVW HYHU FRPbined pageant program next month. - submitted

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truths, half-truths, should-have-beentruths and deliberate falsehoods abound when people try to piece together what seems to have happened in the good old days (“good old daysâ€? being a big myth in its own right). Sorting it out can be frustrating and humbling, but also intriguing and eye-opening. And it’s just fun to get it right—er, try to, anyway. Because history is taught as a series of known facts, it’s easy to slip into a notion that what we know is cut-and-dried, nothing new under the sun. It’s easy to assume things, and then—wham, one Ă€QGV QHZ VRXUFHV WKDW XQGR ZKDW HYHU\one thought was true. Forts Folle Avoine Historical Park’s mission as an educational institution is to pass along accurate historical informaWLRQ DERXW WKH IXU WUDGH VSHFLĂ€FDOO\ DV LW relates to the 1802-05 period. It was then that traders representing two Montrealbased fur trading concerns set up shop along the Yellow River to trade with two local Ojibwe bands. There are two diaries from those years that survived, but two more haven’t been located, and quite possibly have long been destroyed. But maybe not. Using the diaries for hints, the outlines of the original buildings were determined via archeological digs carried out over a number of years in the 1970s DQG Âś V <HW Ă€QGLQJ EXUQHG EXLOGLQJ outlines, along with numerous artifacts, by digging in the ground tells only part of the story of what the buildings actually looked like above-ground, as there

sitting on their shelves for 15 years. I never touched the stuff, it seemed sacrilegious to me. When I began my four-year journey into college, I secretly promised myself I wouldn’t become one of “thoseâ€? college students who got hooked on coffee. 7KHQ Ă€QDOV ZHHN KDSSHQHG ² DQG WKH rest is history. I began with lattes, a lot of PLON DQG Ă DYRULQJ DQG EDUHO\ DQ\ FRIIHH But once I developed lactose intolerance halfway through college, the milk had to be taken out of my coffee. So I was faced with a challenge: to only drink coffee with sugar. It wasn’t so bad actually, and over time I added less and less sugar, until one day I drank an entire cup of pure black coffee. Four years later, that’s the only way I can drink it. Around maybe my junior high or freshmen year of high school my parents began to really get into “foodieâ€? type

stuff. Now, they are full-blown foodies who enjoy wine tasting and making recipes from all over the world with unusual ingredients in them. Coffee has been a side effect of this foodie syndrome and now they only get their coffee freshly roasted, own a really expensive coffeemaker, and never, ever drink coffee with cream or sugar in it. I’m pretty sure they could also tell you the region the coffee EHDQV ZHUH IURP DQG ZKDW KLQWV RI à Dvors are laced in the coffee. Because of this foodie upbringing, I have a low tolerance for people who can’t drink their coffee right. My boyfriend doesn’t drink coffee, not even hot chocolate. His drinks of choice are milk and water. Being around his family for 2-1/2 years, I have been able to observe their coffee habits. His parents only drink coffee for leisure really; they don’t absolutely need their cup of coffee every morning. They also pour in a lot of cream DQG VXJDU VR WKH à DYRU LV UHDOO\ )UHQFK vanilla with a hint of coffee in it. If they don’t want to make a full pot, out comes the forbidden jar of Folgers instant coffee and I cringe every time someone reaches for that jar. They also refrigerate their ground coffee beans, which is a

big no-no in the world of coffee. I love my boyfriend’s family, but coffee is one thing they know little about. I am by no means an expert on coffee, nor am I trying to sound snooty. But someone’s got to stand up for the coffee drinkers, lovers, roasters and connoisseurs! I pictured making a public service announcement about coffee once. You know, the ones where someone with a somber expression looks into your eyes from the television screen as they say, “Every four seconds a child in Africa dies from hunger.â€? I pictured doing the same, except saying, “For every cup of LQVWDQW FRIIHH FRQVXPHG Ă€YH FXSV RI freshly brewed coffee grow cold and die and have to be dumped down the drain. Help stop the consumption of instant coffee. Call this toll-free number and for pennies a day, you can bring a fresh bag of coffee beans every week to a family in need.â€? So stand up for your right to drink TXDOLW\ IUHVK Ă DYRUIXO FRIIHH 6SUHDG your love of coffee to the ends of the earth. Coffee drinkers, lovers, roasters and connoisseurs, unite! And for the love of God, please help stop the consumption of instant coffee.

with that–the intrinsic motivator of purpose–these people worked for them with their Chris Wondra blood, sweat and tears. They tell stories of how every time the Wright brothers went out, they would have to EULQJ Ă€YH VHWV of parts because that’s how many times they would crash before supper. Langley’s team? They worked for the paycheck, and Langley himself wanted to be rich and famous. Langley and his team were extrinsically motivated by the imagined rewards of their success. How do we know that Langley had no interest in changing the world? 7KH GD\ WKH :ULJKW EURWKHUV WRRN Ă LJKW Langley quit. He could have taken their discovery and used the resources he had WR LPSURYH LW %XW KH ZDVQ¡W Ă€UVW²VR KH quit. My point? I’ve said this before and I’ll say it again. Motivation matters. Incentives matter. But we are not going

to change the world with carrots and sticks. Extrinsic rewards and punishments only work for simple tasks, like putting widgets together on an assembly line. Bonuses only increase performance for tasks for which brainless compliance is important. Not for inventing, or creating, or problem solving. We don’t pay a brain surgeon more when her patient recovers fully after successful removal of a tumor. We want her best effort every time. We don’t want her motivated by a bonus. And we certainly don’t want her thinking she might be punished if she messes up. She’s got enough to think about focusing on the task at hand. But brain surgery isn’t the only complex problem out there today, is it? When looking for talented people to work in our most important organizations, if we focus on the money—the rewards, the bonuses, and the carrots–we ZLOO FHUWDLQO\ ÀQG SHRSOH ZKR ZLOO ZRUN for the paycheck, the bonus, and the commissions. If instead, we can describe our purpose, our reason for doing what we do, and why people should care, we will attract and motivate people who also believe what we believe. And these SHRSOH ZLOO ZRUN ZLWK D ÀUH VXVWDLQHG E\ a higher purpose—to make a difference. Let me be clear–I’m not saying that people will work for free. No. We must

pay people enough to take money off the table so that they can support themselves without considering getting another job to make rent. After all, how can you expect to get the most dynamic and innovative side of someone when they have to worry about their basic needs? We absolutely want to take care of our brain surgeons, because we want them focused on brain surgery! We don’t want them pounding nails or selling Amway on the weekends so their kids can go on the band trip. At the same time, neither do I want my brain surgeon working for the money. I don’t want her ever thinking about money. I want her working to change the world. My world. I want her to believe she is making a difference. We follow those who lead and inspire and eventually succeed, not for the money, but for the chance to be a part of something bigger than ourselves. We do our best work and provide our best service and have our best shots at success, not when we are chasing incentives, but when we believe that what we do matters. Founder of WeTeachWeLearn.org, Chris Wondra is just another Wisconsin public schoolteacher. Find We Teach We Learn on Facebook and Twitter for daily tips on getting the most out of your brain.

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were no contemporary illustrations of the trading posts. Fortunately, there is lots of info concerning the general types of buildings used in the fur trade. This aided the crews that reconstructed them, but the site’s historic interpreters still grapple with where the windows were situated and what the roofs were like. Questions about whether or not the inside was whitewashed, what they used for roof coverings, etc., can’t always be determined by scanning the diaries, one of which was written in a very obscure old French dialect, which makes it hard to translate and even harder to fully grasp what was always the writer’s meaning. Now, if some of us gnomes would fess up, we could tell you a lot. After all, some of us live to be around 400 years old (I’m 327 years old), so some of us were around then as well. But we learned long ago not to trust humans, so leave you to your own devices for the most part. Then again, some of you think we’re mythological. While I don’t feel particularly mythological, I’m open to possibilities. “Oh hush,� my 322-year-old

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visitors and researchers with information that whets their appetite for more, inspiring them to seek out answers in their own way, and maybe even stir up some new ideas about these old conundrums. Before I go, I’ll mention a couple of myths about the fur trade that, while still believed by some, have been demonstrated to be wrong. It’s often assumed that all the voyageur crews were French Canadian. Nope – many, not all. At Forts Folle Avoine, for instance, there were people named Nelson, Smith, Sayer, and an African-American named Bonga. They were trading with Ojibwe Indians, but by this time some tribal members had intermarried with previous traders, so some were mixed white-Indian. Even the canoes can be a source of many myths. On many of the North American fur trade water routes, 25-footlong birch-bark canoes were normal, and on the Great Lakes even larger ones, up to 35 feet, were in use. But in the shallower water areas like the Folle Avoine south of Lake Superior, shorter versions were more practical. Lake Superior itself saw at least two small schooners used to haul some of the heavy trade items such DV JXQV IRU LQVWDQFH 2WKHU à DW ERWWRP boats called bateaus were also in use. So next time you’re at a place like Folle Avoine, the best way to approach it is with curiosity and an open mind. And just maybe you’ll be inspired to SRNH DURXQG DQG ÀQG WKH VWRU\ EHKLQG the story. Meanwhile, the site’s visitors center is open Tuesdays-Fridays and the historical library on Wednesdays. Signed, Woodswhimsy

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The Frederic Village Board was set to open bids for the new addition to the hospital, and construction would begin at once, adding a new clinic space, kitchen and 30-bed nursing home. In order to make room for the addition, the nurses’ home, which had started life in 1909 as a stable for the driving horses of Dr. R.G. Arveson and Dr. J.A. Diamond, would have to be demolished.–The chicken house at the Martin -HQVHQ IDUP RQ &7+ % ZDV GHVWUR\HG E\ ÀUH NLOOLQJ 200 laying hens.–The Frederic boys basketball team ORVW WKHLU ÀUVW JDPH RI WKH VHDVRQ WR +XGVRQ GXULQJ WKH ÀUVW URXQG RI VHFWLRQDO FRPSHWLWLRQ 7KH WHDP ÀQished out the season winning 23 games and losing one, placing third in the sectionals. Fourteen Frederic athletes and coaches Tom Funne and Bob Berquist, plus Principal Bruce Shattuck, did plan on making the trip to Madison to watch the state tournament.–Winners of the National 4-H Club Week window display contest IRU %XUQHWW &RXQW\ ZHUH ÀUVW SODFH WKH 5R\DO 5LGHUV for their display in the Gamble store in Webster, and second, the Jolly H’s Club for their display at Carlyle’s Men’s Wear store in Grantsburg.–The total number of deer killed by hunters in Wisconsin during 1962 was 45,835. Of the total, 41,050 were bucks. In Burnett County, 1,307 deer were bagged.–Mildred (Mrs. Wayne) Lundquist was the new part-time receptionist at the Frederic Municipal Hospital.–Merle Johnson, 18, of the Bone Lake community, won reserve grand champion in the dairy division at the Little International Livestock and Horse Show in Madison.

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SIREN - On Saturday, March 9, Burnett County Adolescent AODA Prevention Coalition hosted its third-annual St. Patrick’s 5K Shamwalk/run at the Siren High School. Like in the past two years, this fundraising event was designed to offer a safe, family-oriented and fun ZD\ WR FHOHEUDWH 6W 3DWULFN¡V 'D\ ZKLOH DOVR EHQHĂ€Wing the community. Because of our mission to ultimately return the funds back into the community through monetary assistance with youth events and prevention work, this fundraiser has not only gained interest from people running just for the race, but also in people who want to help the community. We receive a great deal of support from community members, volunteers and businesses in the area, which keeps the event a success. It was with generous donations of time, money, and gift donations received from local businesses that assisted us to proudly continue another year.

Good turnout despite weather In the past two years we have preregistered approximately 140 people each year and on the day of the event we typically bring in anywhere from 30-45 people to register that day. Despite the rain, snow and ice this year, we were excited to say that we followed our usual trend. There were over 160 runners and walkers participating in the Shamwalk/run on Saturday with ages ranging from 3 to 70-plus. To those who pre-registered, we passed out our long-sleeved 2013 Shamwalk/run T-shirts. We DZDUGHG UXQQHUV ZLWK FXVWRPL]HG ÀUVW VHFRQG or third-place medals, presented one male and one female runner with an overall race medal including gas gift cards, and provided prizes to the best male and female costume. In addition to that, we offered door prizes to participants who placed their name into the drawing for prizes donated from local businesses. The BCAAPC third-annual 2013 Shamwalk/run turned out to be a great success and we are anxiously planning and awaiting our 4th! Of course, we hope to gain more recognition and support in years to come. If you or the business you work for would be interested in donating to our cause, please contact us

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Mara Bryan 32:05.70 Nikki Derouin 33:28.12 Molly Bentley 33:42.31 Jennifer Miroslaw 33:52.49 Shawdel Spader 33:52.75 Lisa Hobbie 35:45.41 Faith Moddrell 37:51.09 Brandy Horstman 38:28.41 Melissa Minser 47:01.44 Vanessa Stusek 47:01.70 Tina Karsten 49:05.93 Tera Parker 49:06.74 Dawn Taylor 49:32.98 Lorna Olson 52:41.29 Stephanie Wedin 59:35.49 Jenelle Lindquist 1:07:27.27

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40s First: Wilma Volkmann 25:52.53 Second: Valerie Jorgenson 26:06.34 Third: Sheila Derouin 35:32.04 Laura Rawlings 37:58.32 Lucy Jewell 47:31.08 Laura Formanek 47:42.29 Robyn Formanek 47:42.57 Kathie Koball 49:25.76 Wendy Chryst 49.36.17 Polly Imme 49.36.76 Lynn Stubbe 49:39.16 Jodi Dornburg 56:26.56 Mareni Pinero 56:35.31 Tina Dewey 59:37.13

17-19: First: Kaylene Johnson 55:18.41 20s: First: Rachel O’Brien 26:41.81 Second: Samantha Falck 29:23.07 Third: Heidi Bjork 30:02.75 Chelsea Rasmussen 30:23.04 Danell Ubl 31:00.22 Sarah Brewster 31:19.74 Jena Coyour 31:41.57 Ashley Coyour Crosby 36:33.35 Sierra Merrill 36:49.33 Samantha Fields 39:15.42 Tasha Kosbski 39:15.72 Wendy Larson 43:13.15 Samantha Hogle 43:14.06 Juliette Long 45:18.30 Jessica Morse 45:46.83 Cassandra Olson 45:47.88 Ashley Goffin 45:49.20 Melissa Marazzon 46:44.01 Jesse Spafford 46:45.49 Antionette Derouin 48:59.27 Rachel Derosier 51:25.26 Miranda Rivard 51:51.10 Danielle Eckstrom 51:51.59 Kendra Jones 51:51.80 30s First: Cate Hayman 23:07.11 Second: Kelli Eklof 25:10.65 Third: Annie Lupo-Gondwe 25:33.22 Heather O’Brien 26:31.90 Mystie Anton 29:04.84 Natalie Cobb 30:35.66 Shelly Douglas 31:20.32

50-plus First: Mary Doll 28:11.53 Second: Laurel McMullen 32:48.01 Third: Laura Coyour 36:34.09 Jan Pederson 37:14.16 Becky O’Brien 38:40.56 Jeanne Taczala 39:00.17 Cathy Hinze 39:59.36 Cindy Johnson 40:30.94 Debbie Maloney 47:44.47 Diann Rudiger 49:49.90 Vidette Belisle 51:26.48 Karen Johnson 55:15.10 Diane McGrane 56:25.93 Overall Female Winner Cate Hayman, 37 23:07.11 Male Results Preteen First: Joseph Formanek 23:55.16 Second: Trevor Stanford 24:26.02

Third: Mitchell Daniels 29:14.21 Erik Eklof 29:15.19 Gabriel Javier 29:54.12 Kanaan Christianson 31:28.26 Xander Pinero 36:18.57 Chase Horstman 37:00.90 Austin Morse 37:19.82 Brach Christianson 42:30.43 Braxton Bjork 49:36.17 Logan Olson 52:23.90 Sebastian Javier 52:39.12 Zaidyn Wedin 59:24.76

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LUNCH Mr. Rib, bun, baby carrots, dip, potato chips OR turkey salad.

BREAKFAST Omelet/biscuit. LUNCH Chili, Fritos, raw veggies, dip OR ham salad.

BREAKFAST Uncrustable. LUNCH Baked chicken, bread slice, sweet potatoes OR chicken-taco salad.

BREAKFAST Breakfast round. LUNCH Tater tot hotdish, bread stick, winter mix, graham snack (9-12) OR Oriental salad.

LUNCH Nachos, meat and cheese sauce, refried beans, pineapple tidbits, icecream bar, fresh fruit.

LUNCH Ham and scalloped potatoes, mixed vegetables, mixed fruit, fresh fruit.

LUNCH Shredded pork sandwich, french fries, sliced carrots, kiwi, fresh fruit.

LUNCH Creamed turkey, biscuit, cranberries, peas, mandarin oranges, fresh fruit.

LUNCH Quesadilla, salad, garbanzo beans, black beans, fresh veggies, dip, fresh fruit. EARLY RELEASE

BREAKFAST Tac-go omelet. LUNCH Entrees: Choose 1 - Hot dogs, hash browns OR PBJ Uncrustable, steamed corn, salad greens, peach sauce, apple.

BREAKFAST Blueberry muffin, sausage. LUNCH Entrees: Choose 1 - Breaded chicken strips on rice blend OR yogurt, bread stick, acorn squash, salad greens, pear sauce, melon.

BREAKFAST Breakfast pizza. LUNCH Entrees: Choose 1 - Spaghetti hotdish, hot bun OR turkey/cheese on a bun, navy beans, salad greens, mandarin oranges, banana.

BREAKFAST Pancakes, sausage. LUNCH Entrees: Choose 1 - Baked potato bar, ham/cheese OR chicken nuggets (ALL), steamed broccoli w/cheese, salad greens, fresh veggies, pineapple sauce, orange.

BREAKFAST Cinnamon roll. LUNCH Entrees: Choose 1 - Fish strips OR turkey/cheese on a bun, macaroni and cheese, green beans, salad greens, applesauce, watermelon.

BREAKFAST Assorted cereal and toast, juice and milk. LUNCH Hamburger on whole-wheat bun, oven potatoes, steamed peas, coleslaw, pears, assorted veggies, fresh fruit. Alt.: Beef and gravy.

BREAKFAST Breakfast pizza, juice and milk. LUNCH Taco on whole-grain soft shell, refried/black beans & rice, shredded lettuce, pineapple, apples, oranges. Alt.: Chicken Alfredo.

BREAKFAST Assorted cereal and toast, juice and milk. LUNCH Spaghetti hotdish with whole-grain pasta, garlic bread, peas, lettuce salad, peaches, apples. Alt.: Hot turkey pocket.

BREAKFAST French toast sticks, juice and milk. LUNCH Turkey and gravy over mashed potatoes, peas, lettuce salad, fresh fruit, cinnamon apple slices. Alt.: Meatball sub.

BREAKFAST Assorted cereal and toast, juice and milk. LUNCH PBJ with yogurt, carrots, celery, beans, applesauce, oranges. Alt.: Cook’s choice.

ST. CROIX FALLS

BREAKFAST Cereal bar and toast. LUNCH California burger, potato salad, green beans, fruit juice bar. Alt.: Spicy chicken patty.

BREAKFAST Waffles and sausage. LUNCH Hot dog, baked chips, baked beans, peaches. Alt.: Beef Stroganoff.

BREAKFAST Breakfast pizza. LUNCH Chicken patty, spicy fries, carrots, pears. Alt.: Santa Fee wrap.

BREAKFAST Blueberry muffin, yogurt cup. LUNCH Taco salad, fixings, steamed peas, pineapple, cinnamon rolls.

BREAKFAST Cheese omelet and 1 slice of toast. LUNCH Pepperoni pizza, lettuce salad, corn, mandarin oranges. Alt.: Veggie wraps.

UNITY

BREAKFAST Breakfast pizza. LUNCH Chicken patty, bun, broccoli/cauliflower mix, veggies, fruit and milk.

BREAKFAST Blueberry muffin. LUNCH Meatball sub OR yogurt, bread, seasoned fries, veggies, fruit and milk.

BREAKFAST Yogurt parfait. LUNCH Chicken a la king OR PBJ, potatoes, peas, veggies, fruit and milk.

BREAKFAST Egg/sausage/cheese muffin. LUNCH Taco in a bag, roasted chick peas, veggies, fruit and milk.

BREAKFAST Mini pancakes. LUNCH Pizza dippers, sauce, green beans, veggies, fruit and milk.

WEBSTER

LUNCH Chicken fillet, bun, sweet potato wedges, cooked spinach, strawberries.

LUNCH Cook’s choice OR turkey Alfredo hotdish, carrots, salad, mandarin oranges.

LUNCH Chicken fajita gordita, salad OR grilled cheese, tomato soup, salad, applesauce.

LUNCH Sloppy joe, scalloped potatoes, sliced carrots, fruit cocktail.

LUNCH Pizza dippers, marinara sauce, salad, pineapple.

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CHURCH NEWS

“Christ in the Passover� at Crosswalk Community Church

FREDERIC - Jesus’ Last Supper was actually a Jewish Passover. Peter Blitshteyn of Jews for Jesus will re-create the traditional Passover service and explain how it foreshadowed Jesus’ death and resurrection in a presentation called “Christ in the Passoverâ€? at Crosswalk Community Church in Frederic on Sunday, March 24, at 10:15 a.m. Blitshteyn will set a table with items traditionally used at the Passover meal and GHWDLO WKHLU VSLULWXDO VLJQLĂ€FDQFH +H ZLOO also explain the connection between the HYHQWV RI WKH Ă€UVW 3DVVRYHU LQ (J\SW DQG the redemption that Jesus accomplished, as well as the deep bond between the ancient Passover feast and the Christian Communion celebration today. Jews for Jesus has presented “Christ in the Passoverâ€? at over 38,000 churches. It has been enthusiastically received by Christians who appreciate learning more about the Jewish backgrounds of their faith. Moishe Rosen, who founded Jews for Jesus in 1973, has also co-written a

Bethany Lutheran honors pastor

book, “Christ in the Passover,â€? with his wife, Ceil. This seminal work includes a look at Passover in ancient times and how it is practiced today. It will be available after the presentation. Also available will be a DVD of the “Christ in the Passoverâ€? presentation with David Brickner, the exHFXWLYH GLUHFWRU RI -HZV IRU -HVXV RIĂ€FLDWing. %ULFNQHU D Ă€IWK JHQHUDWLRQ -HZLVK EHliever in Jesus, succeeded Rosen as executive director in 1996. Brickner has kept Jews for Jesus on the cutting edge as the ministry has expanded and established branches in 11 countries, including the United States, Brazil, Israel, Russia, France and South Africa. “We exist to make the Messiahship of Jesus an unavoidable issue to our Jewish people worldwide,â€? Brickner states. “There are still a few that haven’t heard of us!â€? Blitshteyn will be happy to answer questions after the presentation. Call 715327-8767 for more information. There is no admission charge. - submitted

Son of Thunder at New Hope Lutheran

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Financial Peace series offered at Taylors Falls church

TAYLORS FALLS, Minn. — Dave Ramsey’s Financial Peace University is a nine-week course that provides families and individuals with practical tools WR JDLQ FRQWURO RI WKHLU ÀQDQFHV DQG VHW WKHPVHOYHV XS IRU ORQJ WHUP ÀQDQFLDO success. The course meets once a week where a different lesson is taught by Ramsey on DVD, followed by a smallgroup discussion. Lessons include bud-

geting, relationships and money, getting out of debt, saving for emergencies and investing. FPU will be held in Taylors Falls at the First Baptist Church beginning Wednesday, April 3, at 7 p.m. Contact Kevin Schuman at 651-465-6792 for more information or to register. The church is located at 661 West St. in Taylors Falls. - with submitted info

Shepherd of the Valley Lutheran Church

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by Wayne Anderson Special to the Leader GRANTSBURG - The beloved Apostle John stopped by New Hope Lutheran Church for the third Lenten service, Wednesday, March 6. Actor Greg Zellmer, of Shell Lake Full Gospel Church, portrayed the beloved disciple of Jesus and spoke of his life walking with the Lord and of his travels after the resurrection. -RKQ ZDV WKH \RXQJHVW RI WKH Ă€UVW GLVFLSOHV +H ZDV D \RXQJ Ă€VKHUPDQ RI about 18 years when the Bible recounts Christ called, “Follow me.â€? He and his brother, James, hopped out of their boat and followed Jesus for the next 3-1/2 years. Jesus called brothers the “sons of thunderâ€? because when their patience ran out they would call down the thunder and Ă€UH IURP KHDYHQ DV WKH\ GLG RQ D 6DPDULtan town. (Luke 9:54) Church history suggests the Apostle John was a cousin of Jesus, John’s mother, Salome, being a sister of Jesus’ mother, Mary. John the Baptist was also a cousin of Jesus. The Apostle John was the only disciple

SUHVHQW DW -HVXV¡ FUXFLĂ€[LRQ ZKHUH &KULVW charged his beloved friend to care for his mother. History says he took her to Ephesus, in what is now Turkey, where today there is a home and shrine in the foothills where they lived. After the violent persecution of King Herod Agrippa began, John and other GLVFLSOHV Ă HG WR YDULRXV RWKHU SURYLQFHV in the Roman Empire. Over the years of travel and establishing churches, he LV FUHGLWHG ZLWK ZULWLQJ Ă€YH ERRNV LQ WKH Bible: the Gospel of John, three epistles (letters) of John, and his last writing, Revelation. Church records tell us he was born in Galilee around 6 A.D. and died about 100 A.D. in Ephesus of natural causes. He was the last of the original disciples to die. New Hope will hold two more Lenten portrayals of Bible moments and characters: the Apostle Peter, March 13; and Bartholomew the disciple, March 20. For more information on these Bible dramatizations, call New Hope at 715-463-5700.

SIREN CLINIC

ST. CROIX VALLEY SENIOR CENTER

A Branch Of The Shell Lake Clinic, Ltd.

140 N. Washington St. (Main St.) • 715-483-1901

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FAMILY PRACTICE

Corned Beef and Cabbage - Sunday, March 17, 12:30 p.m.

Allan J. Haesemeyer, M.D. Jeffery L. Dunham, M.D. Sumit Sinha, M.D. Eydie A. Farrow, APNP Jamie Lea T. Bell, PA-C

Join us for St. Patrick’s Day lunch and later we will play cards & dominos.

Please Call For An Appointment Brad Harlander, DDS • Steven Tesch, DDS

715-327-8607

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Joseph Lee Colton, 36, Balsam Lake, passed away Saturday, March 9, 2013, at Sacred Heart Hospital in Eau Claire, with his beloved family at his side after a short illness. Joe was born on July 19, 1976, in Frederic. On Aug. 1, 1997, Joseph and Jessica (Kelly) Colton were united in marriage in Balsam Lake. +H HQMR\HG FRRNLQJ ÀVKLQJ DQG spending time in his yard, but spending time with his children and family was his greatest passion. Joe leaves to celebrate his memory: loving wife, Jessica; children, Elizabeth and Joseph Lee Jr.; mother, Brenda Merrill; father, David (Maabin) Merrill; sisters, Amanda (Ryan) Deming, Sara Hughes, Angela Hughes and Claretta Merrill; brothers, David Merrill, Joshua Merrill, Jacob Merrill, Daniel Hughes and Thomas Hughes; grandmother, Eleanor Colton; many cousins, nieces, nephews, great-niece, wonderful in-laws and great friends. Joe is preceded in death by his father, James Hughes. Memorial services will be held at The Kolstad Family Funeral Home in Centuria on Monday, March 18, at QRRQ 'DYLG 0DDELQ 0HUULOO ZLOO RIÀFLDWH DORQJ ZLWK family sharing. Joe’s family will greet visitors at the funeral home from 10 a.m. until the time of service. The Kolstad Family Funeral Home, Centuria, was entrusted with arrangements.

Hilma M. Griswold, 94, St. Croix Falls, passed away on March 11, 2013. She was preceded in death by husband, Russell. She is survived by sons, Lynn (Rene), Dean (Diane) and Byron; three granddaughters; two great-grandsons; and brothers, Erling Linde and Llewellyn Linde; many other relatives and friends. Funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, March 15, at the United Methodist Church in St. Croix Falls. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service at church. Interment at Fort Snelling National Cemetery in Minneapolis, Minn. Condolences may be left online at grandstrandfh.com. The Grandstrand Funeral Home in Lindstrom, Minn., was entrusted with arrangements.

Inez Charlotte Nelson Anderson went home to be with her Lord on Feb. 27, 2013. She lived out her last years with her daughter in Eden Prairie, Minn. She was born in Luck, on March 2, 1930. She married Virgil Russell Anderson on April 21, 1951. She is survived by two children, Thomas Anderson (Kim) of North Carolina and Kathy Dalmann of Eden Prairie, Minn.; granddaughter, Ruth McGlamery (Keith); great-grandchildren, Hannah, Judah and Phebe of North Carolina; sister, Zona Crandall of Ohio; and brother, Harlan Nelson of Wisconsin; and many much-loved nieces and nephews; and a special cousin, ElRose Johnson. She was preceded in death by a sister, brother and husband. With the loss of the Christian kindness, compassion and generosity of our mom, we who remain are left with a big hole in our lives and hearts. We love you Mom! A service was held at Trade River Evangelical Free &KXUFK ,Q OLHX RI Ă RZHUV WKH IDPLO\ ZLOO EH GRQDWLQJ Gideon Bibles in her memory.

Barbara Jean Anderson Barbara Jean Anderson, 67, Grantsburg, passed away on Feb. 26, 2013, at Burnett County Medical Center with her girls at her side. Barbara was born on April 16, 1945, in Klamath Falls, Ore. She graduated from Detroit Lakes High School. In October of 1963, she would marry Deo Anderson, who preceded her in death. Together they raised three children. She worked and volunteered in the Grantsburg Schools. She worked for McNally Industries for several years. Most recently she worked at Grantsburg Family Foods. She loved crafting, sewing and painting. She loved all animals. She especially enjoyed watching the ELUGV DQG GHHU 6KH ORYHG JDUGHQLQJ DQG KHU Ă RZHU EHGV She is survived by her children, grandchildren and great-grandchild: Andrew (Linda) Anderson of Milltown, Annette (Johann Willrich) Anderson of Buffalo Lake, Minn., Evangeline (Dan) Knight of Monticello Minn., Amy (Nate Johnson) Anderson of Eau Claire, Tyler Anderson, Joshua Knight, Trevor Knight, Devan Knight and Nolan Johnson; her brother, Tom (Lisa) Bender; her sister, Christine (Dennis) Schwede; numerous nieces and nephews, including the niece that stole her heart, and many brothers- and sisters-in-law. She is further survived by the children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren she claimed along the way: Michelle (Donald) Knauber of Mountain Home, Idaho, Charley Rae (Bill) King of Grantsburg, Amy (Jon) Pahl of Maple Grove, Minn., Kristin (Clayton) Ealy, Derek Stevens, Mason Nelson, Drew Jepson, Clinton Holin, Bill (Trey) King, Tymber King, Henry Pahl and Thomas Ealy. Services will be held at Wood River Christian Fellowship in Grantsburg on Saturday, March 16, 2013, at 11 a.m.

Albert L. Kern Albert L. Kern, 90, a resident of Grantsburg formerly of Dairyland, died March 7, 2013, at Burnett Medical Center Continuing Care. Albert was born on Oct. 28, 1922, in the Town of Clinton, Barron County, to Sam and Christina Kern. Albert and Anna were married on April 12, 1943, in Pine City, Minn. He farmed, was an over-the-road truck driver and hauled milk for a number of years. He also worked as a truck PHFKDQLF DQG WKHQ DW 3URÀW /XPEHU as a yardman before retiring. He then decided he wasn’t ready to retire and took a job working for Vance Johnson Construction. In his free time, he loved being out in the woods. He HQMR\HG KXQWLQJ DQG JRLQJ ÀVKLQJ WDNLQJ VHYHUDO WULSV to Canada. His most favorite pastime was spending time with his family. Albert was preceded in death by his wife, Anna; his parents, Sam and Christina; and brother, Leonard. He is survived by his children, Rosemary (Ray) Fenske, Larry (Darlene) Kern and Shirley (Wayne) McLain; his grandchildren, Craig, Mark, Brent, Paul, Randy and Ron; his eight great-grandchildren; sisters, Irene Kubesh, Ida Pankonien and Dora Haugen; along with nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. A graveside committal will be held on Wednesday, April 24, at 1 p.m., at the Lakeview Cemetery in Chetek. Online condolences can be made at swedberg-taylor. com. The Swedberg-Taylor Family Funeral Home, Webster, was entrusted with arrangements.

Clarence Laverne Lee Jr. Clarence Lee, 86, St. Croix Falls, died Feb. 23, 2013. He was born June 20, 1926, to Clarence and Charlotte Lee, near St. Croix Falls. Clarence farmed and was a logger. On Feb. 13, 1945, Clarence married Betty Fredlund and they had two children, Shirley (Lee) Schultz and Mary Jane (Lee) Hanson. Clarence and Betty divorced in 1976. In the late 1950s and early 1960s, Clarence had stock cars and spent nearly every weekend at the stock car races. On June 17, 1977, Clarence married Bea McCarty and for many years went to Ajo, Ariz., for half of every year. They later divorced. Clarence enjoyed keeping his lawn looking nice. He also enjoyed cars, new, old and in between. Clarence also ZDV DGGLFWHG WR Ă HD PDUNHWV JRLQJ WZR WR WKUHH WLPHV D week, collecting lots of stuff. We will miss him. The Edling Funeral Home, Grantsburg, was entrusted with arrangements.

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The family of Myrtle Johnson would like to thank family and friends for the cards, flowers and memorials. Your presence at the service, calls and kind words were greatly appreciated. Thank you, Pastor Gil and the members of the Lewis United Methodist Church, for the beautiful service and luncheon. Special thanks to the United Pioneer Home for the excellent care provided to Myrtle. 579516 30Lp

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Harold E. Tendrup Jr. Harold E. Tendrup Jr. passed away March 12, 2013, at St. Croix Regional Medical Center. There will be a Celebration of Life held in his honor on Saturday, March 16, from 1-5 p.m., at Cricket’s Bar and Grill, 1361 100th St., CTH H, Amery. The Rowe Funeral Home, Luck, was entrusted with arrangements.

Valeria A. Michaelson Valeria A. Michaelson, 99, Milltown, died on Thursday, March 7, 2013, at the United Pioneer Home in Luck. Valeria was born on April 8, 1913, in Plummer, Minn., to parents August and Cora (Fahrendorff) Vollrath. She moved with her family to the Milltown area, when she was 6 years old. She attended school and graduated from Milltown High School. Valeria first worked as a nanny for M.W. Thatcher at his cabin on Half Moon Lake and then in Washington, D.C., when he became a lobbyist. She returned to Wisconsin where she worked as a telephone operator in Milltown until she married her husband, Robert Michaelson, and moved to a farm they purchased south of town. Valeria worked on the farm and also took a job at Alcan Manufacturing where she worked as a seamstress until she was 69 years old. She remained on the farm after her husband died and in 1995 moved to Sunnyview Apartments in Milltown. She became a resident of United 3LRQHHU +RPH ÀYH \HDUV DJR 9DOHULD ORYHG WR VHZ DQG crochet rugs as well as family gatherings. Valeria is survived by her daughters, Erma (Oz) Hegenbarth of Eau Claire and Melba Denotter of Frederic; brother, Ellery (Dorothy) Vollroth of Danbury; sisters, Una Pettersen of Seattle, Wash., and Viola Karr of Milltown; her four grandchildren, Michele (Darryl Suskin) Denotter of Chicago, Andrea Denotter of Frederic, Christine (Peter McClelland) Hegenbarth of Ely, Minn., and David (Heidi) Hegenbarth of Eagan, Minn., as well as ÀYH JUHDW JUDQGFKLOGUHQ 6KH LV DOVR VXUYLYHG E\ KHU aunt, Olga Lee of Luck. Valeria was preceded in In Loving death by her husband, Robert, in 1986; son, Gerald, in Memory Of Our 1967; brothers, Lloyd and Brother & Uncle, Edward; and son-in-law, Donnie Denotter, in 2012. Funeral services were Tuesday, March 12, at Milltown Lutheran Church in It’s been 1 year and Milltown with the Rev. Mel not a single day goes 5DX RIÀFLDWLQJ ,QWHUPHQW by that we don’t think at the Milltown Cemetery. about you and miss Memorials maybe diyou so much. rected to Milltown Lutheran The Hansons, Church. Priscilla, Monty, The Grandstrand Funeral Scott, Travis, Troy Home-Edling Chapel in St. & Tyler & families Croix Falls was entrusted Dayton Frederickson with arrangements. & family

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Jacqueline LeeRuth Lunde, 82, resident of Frederic, died Sunday, March 3, 2013, at St. Croix Regional Medical Center. Jacqui was a brilliant woodworker, and a teacher of woodworking featured in Fine Woodworking Magazine. Her inventive creative skills also extended to painting and music. Jacqui operated a dog kennel for many years. The Hastings Gazette wrote a front-page article about Jacqui’s passionate love and appreciation for animals. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and greatgrandmother with a wonderful dedication to her family, and a great sense of humor. She loved family gatherings, and always made them fun for everyone. Her family will miss her immensely. She is survived by her husband, Gregor; children, Peter (Linda) Van Dyke, Peggy (Don) Headlund, Paul Van Dyke, Chet Van Dyke, Jan (Kevin) Traurig, Bonnie (Ray) Larson, Bruce Van Dyke (friend Donna), Linda Lunde, Amy Lunde (friend Hanz), Joe (Deb) Lunde, Patsy Lunde, and Chris (Scott) Brown; 14 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; numerous cousins, and her loving animals. Memorial services were held at the Rowe Funeral Home in Frederic on Saturday, March 9, with the Rev. %UXFH %URRNV RIÀFLDWLQJ ,QWHUPHQW ZLOO EH DW D ODWHU GDWH at Forest Lawn Cemetery in Roseville, Minn. Online condolences may be left at rowefh.com or wicremationcenter.com. Rowe Funeral Home of Frederic and the Northwest Wisconsin Cremation Center in Milltown have been entrusted with funeral arrangements, 715-327-4475.

Elaine Joyce (Hagen) Giswold, 86, Grantsburg, passed away March 8, 2013. She was preceded in death by husband, Tom. She is survived by sisters, Joan, Corrinne, Georgine and their families and children, Gregg, Shelley, Brad, Kent and their families. Celebration of her life will be at Faith Lutheran Church, Grantsburg, on Saturday, March 16, 1 p.m. Memorials are preferred to the family. Private interment. The Edling Funeral Home of Grantsburg was entrusted with arrangements.

THANK YOU

To the staff at Burnett Medical Center, Extended Care, Hospice, Swedberg-Taylor Family Funeral Home, Pastor Ward, Diane Graveson, Mel & Kenzie Brown, Bonnie & Gary Johnson and staff at Yellow Lake Lodge, and the many, many friends and family who made Ed’s passing more bearable, we want to thank you from the bottom of our hearts. Your many calls, visits, memorials, food, cards, prayers and flowers are very much appreciated.

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see what happens when he turns in an assignment late, or fails to turn it in at all. He needs to discover that his actions, or in this case, inactions, have consequences. And he needs to understand that you will not always bail him out when he fails to take responsibility. Your desire to see him not fall behind in school is admirable, but again, you’re not doing him any favors by making his homework your burden. A few missed assignments will not doom him for life. In fact, they very well may be just the motivation he needs to start doing his homework. ••• Q: Our daughter is out of control with her lying. It isn’t just big things; she lies about everything. We have taken privileges away and disciplined her, and nothing seems to help. Why does she do this? And is there something we can do to help her understand the deceit behind the lying?

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gave me food ‌ thirsty and you gave me drink ‌ a stranger and you took me in ‌ naked and you clothed me ‌ sick and you visited me ‌ in prison and you came to me.â€? (Matthew 25:35-36) When the righteous asked how that could be, he answered: “Assuredly, I say to you, inasmuch as you did it to one of the least of these my brethren, you did it to me.â€? (verse 40) Lord, we want to give our best to you and WR \RXU SHRSOH +HOS XV UHOHDVH RXU VHOĂ€VK hold on things for the sake of those in need. We want to follow your example of sacriĂ€FLDO ORYH DQG JHQHURVLW\ ,Q -HVXV¡ QDPH amen. Mrs. Bair may be reached at sallybair@gmail.com.

Leon Wirth, executive director of Parenting and Youth: Virtually every child lies at some point, but some seem to make an art out of it. We’re sorry for the stress this has placed on your family. First, it’s important to note that preschool-age children do not fully comprehend the difference between lies and the truth. Parents with young kids need to be sure they understand this difference before lowering the boom. It sounds like your daughter is old enough to know what she’s doing, however. The question you need to ask is, “Why?â€? Is she lying to avoid unpleasant consequences or to gain an advantage of some sort? Or is she using lying as a means of getting your attention? DisKRQHVW\ LV QHYHU MXVWLĂ€HG EXW VLW GRZQ with her and see if you can ascertain what might be at the root of her behavior. Make sure she understands that it’s important for her to always tell you the truth, even when it hurts her to do so. You mentioned that taking privileges away hasn’t helped. But maybe you just QHHG WR Ă€QG RXW ZKDW¡V LPSRUWDQW WR KHU There’s no value in barring her from the TV if she’s not really that invested in watching TV. When determining consequences for misbehavior, it’s important to identify those things that will truly

motivate a child to do better. Finally, be aware of the example you’re setting in this regard. The best way to WHDFK KRQHVW\ LV WR EH KRQHVW ,I \RX Ă€QG yourself taking liberties with the truth, you’ll have little authority in preventing your daughter from doing the same. ••• Jim Daly is president of Focus on the Family, host of the “Focus on the Familyâ€? radio program, and a husband and father of two. Dr. Juli Slattery is a licensed psychologist, co-host of “Focus on the Family,â€? author of several books, and a wife and mother of three. Submit your questions to: FocusOnTheFamily.com. Copyright 2012 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. This feature may not be reproduced or distributed electronically, in print or otherwise, without written permission of Focus on the Family.

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Church listings sponsored by the following area businesses: BREMER BANK, N.A. Full-Service Banking Member FDIC Frederic - Danbury - Siren

DAEFFLER’S QUALITY MEATS, INC. Wholesale & Retail Meats Custom Butchering & Processing Phone 715-327-4456

INTER-COUNTY COOPERATIVE 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

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Corey T. Arnold, Agent Frederic, Wis. Phone 715-327-8076

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Hwys. 35 & 48, Downtown Frederic Phone 715-327-5513

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“Your Electric Servant� Serving Polk & Burnett Counties “Use Energy Wisely�

CARLSON-ROWE FUNERAL HOME

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ALPHA BASS LAKE LUMBER • Complete Line of Building Supplies & Lumber • Cabot’s Stains Grantsburg, Wis. 715-488-2471 or 715-327-8766

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1988 World Champion Cheesemaker Earl Wilson, Cheese Plant Mgr. Dan Dowling, Ag. Supply Mgr. for Feed, Propane & Fertilizer Alpha, Wis. 715-689-2468 715-689-2467

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Phone 715-866-4238 Hwy. 35 N. Webster, Wis. Tom & Becky O’Brien, Owners

HOPKINS SAND & GRAVEL, INC.

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

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

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

CUSHING CUSHING COOPERATIVE SOCIETY Feed Mill - Grain Dept. Cushing, Wis. 715-648-5215

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SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST - FREDERIC 605 Benson Road; Pastor Curtis Denney Sat. Worship 11 a.m.; Sabbath Schl. 9:30 a.m. ALLIANCE

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ALLIANCE CHURCH OF THE VALLEY 1259 Hwy. 35 S., St. Croix Falls Senior Pastor Gary Russell Sunday Worship: 9 & 11 a.m.

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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.

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. Pastor Paul Peterson, Cell # 715-566-3758 Pastoral Serv. 715-349-5280 Sun. Worship - 8:30 a.m,; Sun. School 9:45 a.m.

BETHESDA LUTHERAN - DRESSER (LCMC) www.bethesdalutheran.ws Pastor Peter Rimmereid, 715-755-2562 1947 110th Ave., Dresser Sun. Contemporary Service 8:30 a.m.; Education Hr. 9:40 a.m.; 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, 9 a.m. Adult Bible Study; 10:30 a.m. Worship; 11:30 a.m. Fellowship 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. christlutheranpipelake.com

CLAM FALLS LUTHERAN (AALC) Pastor Gary Rokenbrodt, 218-371-1335 715-327-4461 Worship 9 a.m.; Sunday School 10:15 a.m. Communion 1st Sun.

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 Mark Hendrickson, Interim Pastor, 715-463-5388 Worship 9:30 a.m.; Sun. School 10:45 a.m.

FIRST EVAN. LUTHERAN 561 Chestnut St., Taylors Falls, MN 651-465-5265 Traditional Worship - 8:30 a.m.; Contemporary Worship - 11 a.m.

MILLTOWN LUTHERAN Pastors Mel Rau & Maggie Isaacson 113 W. Main St.. W., 715-825-2453 10:30 a.m. Sunday Worship

NEW HOPE LUTHERAN CHURCH Pastor Emory Johnson, 715-463-5700 newhopelutheranchurch.org 685 W. State Road 70, Grantsburg Sun. Wor. Serv. 9:30 a.m.; Sun. Schl. 11 a.m. Communion 1st & 3rd Sundays

NORTH VALLEY LUTHERAN Pastor Maggie Isaacson, 715-825-3559 3 mi. W. of Milltown on “G� Sunday Worship - 9 a.m.; Wednesday Worship 6:30 p.m. Holy Communion 1st & 3rd Sundays

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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 Rev. Gil White, Sr. Pastor Rev. Thomas Cook, Assoc. Pastor; 715-866-8646 Sunday Worship - 9 a.m.

GRACE UNITED - WEBSTER Rev. Gil White, Sr. Pastor, Rev. Thomas Cook, Assoc. Pastor; 715-866-8646 Sunday Worship - 10:30 a.m.

HOLY TRINITY UNITED METHODIST htslumc@gmail.com 1606 165th Ave., CTH I, Centuria Pastor Freddie Kirk, 715-485-3363 Sunday Worship - 8:30 a.m.

PEACE LUTHERAN - DRESSER (ELCA)

Pastor Jack Starr Wor. - 9 a.m.; Sun. Schl. - during worship hour

2355 Clark Road, Dresser, WI, 715-755-2515 plcdresser.org Pastor Wayne Deloach, Intern Andrea Fluegel Sun. Wor. 8:30 & 10:45 a.m.

PILGRIM LUTHERAN - FREDERIC (ELCA) Pastor Paul Peterson 507 Wisconsin Ave. N., 715-327-8012 Sun. Worship - 10:30 a.m. Holy Communion 1st & 2nd Sundays pilgrimlutheranfrederic.org

REDEEMER EV. LUTHERAN (Wisconsin Synod) Pastor Gene DeVries 200 N. Adams St., St. Croix Falls Sunday Worship - 9:30 a.m.; Sunday School - 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 - 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 Sun. Wor. 8 a.m. & 10:30 a.m.; Summer, 9 a.m.

WEST DENMARK LUTHERAN Pastors Mike & Linda Rozumalski 1 mi. west of Luck on N, 2478 170th St., Luck Sunday Worship 10 a.m.; Sunday School 9 a.m. Fellowship 11 a.m.

WEST IMMANUEL LUTHERAN - ELCA

Pastor Dorothy Sandahl, cushingparish.org 715-648-5323 or 715-648-5324 Sun. Wor. 9 a.m.; Sun. Schl. 9 a.m.

FRISTAD LUTHERAN - CENTURIA

YELLOW LAKE LUTHERAN

ELCA - 501 Hwy. 35, 715-646-2357, Mel Rau, Pastor Sun. Worship & Holy Communion - 9 a.m.;

1/2 mi. W. of Hwy. 35 on U, 715-866-8281, Pastors Douglas Olson, Roger Kampstra, Myron Carlson and Danny Wheeler Services begin at 9:30 a.m.; Communion 1st & 3rd Sunday

GEORGETOWN LUTHERAN - ELCA

METHODIST

Pastor Jody Walter Church Phone 715-327-8608 Sun. Wor. - 8:45 a.m.; Sun. Schl. - 10:15 a.m. Communion 1st & 3rd Sundays facebook/OurRedeemerWebster

Rev. Rexford D. Brandt 447 180th St., Osceola, 715-294-2936 Sept. 16, 2012 - June 2, 2013 Sun. Wor. 8 & 10:30 a.m.; Sun. Schl. 9:15 a.m.; Communion first & third Sunday of the month

FIRST LUTHERAN - CUSHING

METHODIST

LAKEVIEW UNITED - HERTEL LEWIS MEMORIAL UNITED METHODIST Rev. Gil White, Sr. Pastor Rev. Thomas Cook, Assoc. Pastor Worship 8:45 a.m.; Sunday Schl. 10 a.m.

McKINLEY UNITED METHODIST Pastor Annie Tricker Sun. Worship 11 a.m.; Sun. School 11 a.m. Potluck dinner 1st Sunday

OSCEOLA UNITED METHODIST osceolawiumc.org; oumc@centurytel.net 306 River Street, Osceola, 715-755-2275 Pastor Kathy Huneywell Sunday Early Risers Class - 8:30 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 100 Linden Street, Frederic Pastor “Freddie� Kirk, 715-327-4436 Sun. Wor. 10:30 a.m.; Wed. Serv. 5:15 p.m.

SIREN UNITED METHODIST Rev. Gil White, Sr. Pastor Rev. Thomas Cook, Assoc. Pastor Sun. Schl. 9 a.m.; Wor. - 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 Ken Sohriakoff 7686 Lofty Pines Drive, Siren, 715-349-5601 Worship 10 a.m.; Sunday School 9 a.m.

UNITED COVENANT - CLEAR LAKE Pastor Dan Pearson Sunday School 8:45 a.m.; Worship 10 a.m. CATHOLIC

CATHOLIC

ASSUMPTION OF THE BLESSED VIRGIN MARY Rev. William Brenna, 715-247-3310 255 St. Hwy. 35, East Farmington Mass Sunday 8:30 a.m.

CHURCH OF ST. JOSEPH Pastor - Father Frank Wampach 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.

877 190th Ave., CTH G, Balsam Lake, WI (Fox Creek) Pastor Neal Weltzen; GT Office - 715-857-5580, Parsonage - 715-822-3001, TR Office - 715-822-3001 Wor. Serv. 10:30 a.m.; Sun. Schl. 9:30 a.m.; Holy Communion - 1st & 3rd Sun. of each month

ZION LUTHERAN - BONE LAKE (LCMC) 5 miles E. of Frederic on W, 2 miles south on I; Church: 715-472-8660 Pastor Mike Fisk, 715-417-0692 Sunday Schl. 9:30 a.m.; Wor. 10:30 a.m. Communion - 1st Sunday

OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP

GRACE LUTHERAN - WEST SWEDEN

ZION LUTHERAN - EAST FARMINGTON (WELS )

OUR LADY OF THE LAKES

Phone 715-327-4340, 715-416-3086, 715-327-8384 Pastor Theresa Riewestahl 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 - 10:30 a.m. Communion - 1st, 3rd & 5th Sun.

LAKESIDE COMMUNITY LUTH. - ELCA CTH H, 1/2 mi. N. of CTH A & H on H Church Off. 715-635-7791 Pastor Bill Schroeder Sun. Worship 10 a.m.; Sun. Schl. 9 a.m.

LAKETOWN LUTHERAN - CUSHING Pastor Dorothy Sandahl, cushingparish.org Sun. Wor. 10:30 a.m.; Sun. Schl. 10:30 a.m.

LUCK LUTHERAN Pastor Ralph Thompson - 715-472-8424; 510 Foster Ave. E.; Office 715-472-2605; lucklutheran.org (Sept.-May) Sun. Wor. 8 & 10:30 a.m.; Sun. Schl. 9 a.m.

Pastor Martin Weigand - 715-294-3489 Sunday Wor. 8 & 10 a.m.; Thursday Wor. 7 p.m. Communion - 1st & Last Sunday

ZION LUTHERAN - MARKVILLE Pastor Tim Faust Worship - 11 a.m.; Sunday School - 10 a.m. Holy Communion - 1st & 3rd Sunday

ZION LUTHERAN - TRADE LAKE Pastor Theresa Riewestahl 715-327-8384, 715-416-3086 Fellowship - 10:30 a.m., Sun. Schl. 9:45 a.m.; Worship 11 a.m., Communion - 1st & 2nd Sundays

PRESBYTERIAN

Danbury - 7586 St. Rd. 77, 715-866-7321 Pastor - Father Michael J. Tupa Mass - Sat. 4 p.m., 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.

SACRED HEARTS OF JESUS & MARY Pastor Father Michael J. Tupa CTHs A & H - 715-866-7321 Crescent Lake Voyager Village area. Mass Sun. 8 a.m., Thurs. 9:30 a.m. Reconciliation as per bulletin and by appt.

ST. DOMINIC - FREDERIC Rev. Thomas E. Thompson, 715-327-8119 Mass: Sat. 4:30 p.m.; Sun. 10:30 a.m. Call the office for daily & holy day Mass times

PRESBYTERIAN

IMMACULATE CONCEPTION - GRANTSBURG

FIRST PRESBYTERIAN

Rev. Thomas E. Thompson, 715-327-8119 Mass: Sun. 8:30 a.m.

Rev. Bruce Brooks - 715-483-3550 719 Nevada St. , (between Simonson & Tower Roads) , St. Croix Falls Worship - 10 a.m. (Nursery provided) Sunday School - Child.- 9 a.m.; Sunday School - Adults - 8:45 a.m.; Communion 1st Sunday

ST. ANNE PARISH Rev. Andy Anderson, 715-247-3310 139 Church Hill Rd., Somerset Mass Sat. 5 p.m.; Sun. 8 a.m. & 10 a.m.; Tues., Wed., Thurs. & Fri. 9 a.m.

ST. FRANCIS XAVIER

GRACE BAPTIST - GRANTSBURG

Pastor Father Frank Wampach, 651-465-7345 25293 Redwing Ave., Shafer, MN Sunday 9 a.m.

716 S. Robert St., Grantsburg, 715-463-5699 Sr. Pastor Brad Moore George Selbher, Assoc. Pastor Sun. Worship 9:30 a.m.; Sun. School 11 a.m.

ST. JOHN THE BAPTIST

LIVING HOPE CHURCH

Pastor Father Michael J. Tupa, 715-866-7321 Cedar & Muskey Ave. - Webster Mass Sun 10 a.m., Wed. 5:30 p.m. (Sept-May), Fri. 9 a.m. (Summer)

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.

ST. JOSEPH CATHOLIC

TRADE LAKE BAPTIST

1050 North Keller Ave., Amery, 715-268-7717 Father John Drummy, Pastor Sat. Mass 4 p.m., Sun. Mass 10:30 a.m. Mass Wed. & Thurs. 9 a.m.

ST. JOSEPH CATHOLIC Rev. William Brenna 255 E. 10th Ave., Osceola, 715-294-2243 Masses: Sat. 4 p.m.; Sun. 10:30 a.m.

Pastor David Prince 715-327-8402 Sun. Schl. - 9:15 a.m.; Wor. Serv. - 10:15 a.m.; Nursery provided.; tradelakebaptistchurch.org

CHURCH OF CHRIST

CHURCH OF CHRIST

CHURCH OF CHRIST - WEBSTER

CENTURIA ASSEMBLY OF GOD

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.

Pastor Don Wiltshire, 715-640-6400 Centuria - Phone 715-646-2172 Sunday Service: 10 a.m.

WESLEYAN

OSCEOLA COMMUNITY CHURCH

WOODLAND WESLEYAN

ASSEMBLY

ASSEMBLY

WESLEYAN

Pastor Larry Mederich, 715-294-4332 occconnect.org Mtg. @ St. Croix Art Barn; Sun. Serv. - 9 a.m. Nursery and children’s church

Dairyland - Rev. Andrea Wittwer 715-244-3649 Sunday School - 10 a.m.; Worship - 11 a.m.

SIREN ASSEMBLY OF GOD

FULL GOSPEL

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.

WOOD RIVER CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP

EVANGELICAL

FULL GOSPEL

Pastor Dan Slaikeu 4 mi. SE of Grantsburg on Williams Rd. Worship 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 10:30 a.m.

EVANGELICAL

HOPE FELLOWSHIP OF SOMERSET

APPLE RIVER COMMUNITY (EFCA)

231 Bluff Drive, 715-247-2435 Services are Sundays at 10:30 a.m.

Pastor Bruce Tanner, 942 U.S. Hwy. 8, Amery, 715-268-2176 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 Sunday School - 9 a.m.; Morning Worship - 10:15 a.m.; Nursery provided for all services

HOPE EVANGELICAL FREE CHURCH Pastor Dave Williams 933 248th St., Osceola Morn. Wor. 10 a.m.; Sun. School Sept.-May 8:45 a.m. Children’s Church & Nursery provided

TRADE RIVER EVANGELICAL FREE Pastor Dale VanDeusen, 715-488-2296 or 715-488-2653 20296 Hwy. 87, Grantsburg Morning Wor. 9:30 a.m.; Sunday Schl. 10:45 a.m.; Nursery provided for all services BAPTIST

BAPTIST

EAST BALSAM BAPTIST - BALSAM LK. 1816 108th St., CTH I Pastor Gabe Brennan, 715-857-5411 eastbalsam.org Wor. Service - 9 a.m.; Sun. School-10:30 a.m.

EUREKA BAPTIST 2393 210th Ave., St. Croix Falls Pastor Willis Christenson, 715-483-9464 Sun. School - 10 a.m.; Wor. Service - 11 a.m.

FAITH FELLOWSHIP

CHRISTIAN CENTER

CHRISTIAN CENTER

EL SALEM/TWIN FALLS CHRISTIAN CENTER 1751 100th Ave., Dresser Sun. School 9:30 a.m.; Morning Wor. 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 Sat. Vespers - 5 p.m.; Sun. Liturgy - 9:30 a.m.

HOLY CROSS ORTHODOX CHRISTIAN Meeting at Zion Lutheran Church, 28005 Old Towne Rd., Chisago City, MN; holyx.net Sunday Worship Service 9:30 a.m. NAZARENE

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 Serv. 9 a.m.; Services: Sun. 10 a.m.; Sunday School during church service.

Hwy. 35 and CTH N., Luck Bill McEachern Pastor, 715-485-3973 Sun. Bible study - 9 a.m.; Sun. Wor. - 10 a.m.

NONDENOMINATIONAL

NONDENOMINATIONAL

FIRST BAPTIST - AMERY

CROSSROADS CHRISTIAN CHURCH

131 Broadway St., 715-268-2223; fbcamery.org; E-mail: churchoffice@fbcamery.org Reg. office hours: Tues.-Thurs. 8 a.m. - 3 p.m. Pastor Charlie Butt, Lead Pastor; Nick Buda, Associate Pastor Sun. Serv.: 9 a.m.; All ages Sun. Schl. 10:30 11:30 a.m.; Nursery available

2390 CTH A, 1/8 mi. east of A&H intersection Pastor Tryg Wistad, 715-635-9222 crossroadschurch@gmail.com Sunday Worship: 10 a.m.

NEW LIFE COMMUNITY - AMERY

FIRST BAPTIST - FALUN

NEW LIFE CHRISTIAN COMMUNITY

715-689-2125 or 715-689-2156 Brian Krause, Lead Pastor Steve Ward, Assoc. Pastor of Visitation Sun. School (all ages) 9:30 a.m.; Church Serv. 10:45 a.m.; Nursery provided

FIRST BAPTIST - MILLTOWN Pastor Marlon Mielke, 715-825-3186 Sunday Schl. 9:45 a.m.; Worship 11 a.m., 7 p.m.

FIRST BAPTIST - TAYLORS FALLS, MN 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.

FIRST BAPTIST - WEBSTER Church Phone 715-866-4111 Pastor Tim Quinn Sun. School 9:30 a.m.; Worship - 10:45 a.m (Nursery provided)

GRACE CHURCH OF OSCEOLA “The Cure for the Common Church� 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.

Interim Pastor Craig Jorgenson Sunday Worship 10 a.m.; Children’s Church: K to 6th Grade 201 Hwy. 35, Dresser (formerly The Boulevard) Pastor Tony Minell, 715-417-1982; Office 715-417-0945 Sunday Wor. 9:30 a.m.; Nursery available.

NEW WINE CHURCH - CENTURIA 309 5th Street, , 715-338-2751 Pastor Scott Petznick Sunday Worship 10 a.m.; Sunday School 9 a.m.

NORTHERN PINES QUAKER MEETING 715-866-5016 or 715-733-0480 for time of meeting.

ST. CROIX UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST FELLOWSHIP 1st, 2nd & 3rd Sunday, 10 a.m. in the St. Croix Falls Library community room.

INTERDENOMINATIONAL

INTERDENOMINATIONAL

RIVER VALLEY CHRISTIAN 1289 160th St. (Hwy. 65), St. Croix Falls, 715-483-5378 Senior Pastors Paul and Sonja Hanson Sunday Adult Bible Class 9 a.m. Worship and Children’s Sunday Schl. 10 a.m.

ST. PETER’S COMMUNITY CHURCH “Faith on Purpose� (Love God, Love People...period) faithonpurpose.org CTH F, Dresser, 715-553-1800, Pastor Rick VanGundy Sunday Worship 10 a.m.

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715-472-8252 www.polkcountyrealty.net 3-BR, 2-bath home on 6 private acres, with pole shed, Luck, WI.

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7 acres on the north side of Luck.

Horse lovers paradise, western charm. 4-BR, 1-ba. home. Luck Twp., 2783 St. Rd. 35.

3-BR, 2-bath home on corner lot in Frederic.

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3-BR home on 1.8 acres in the SCF School District with a newer bsmt., well & septic.

Nice building on Main Street in Luck, that can be the home of your next business.

Nice 2-BR home with 2-car attached garage on Straight River.

Great newer commercial building on Main Street in Luck with nice location.

Nice 3-BR, 2-bath home on quiet corner lot in Luck that has one-level living.

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Happenings in the Upper StĆ Croix Valley communities

WEDNESDAY/ŔŒ Balsam Lake

THURSDAY/Ĺ“Ĺ–

• Meeting on alternative animal shelter at the government center, east conf. room, 6 p.m. • Strategizing Your Hay Inventory workshop at the government center, 6-9 p.m., reg. 5:30 p.m., 715-485-8600.

Amery • NARFE Indianhead Chapter 1581 meeting at Village Pizzeria, noon. RSVP by Mon., March 11, 715-268-8618.

Siren

Center City, Minn. • Women’s health conference at Hazelden Cork Center, 5:30 p.m., with 7 p.m. speaker, 651-257-8806.

• Poverty task force meeting at the government center, Room 615, 1 p.m.

Centuria

THURSĆ & FRIĆ /Ŕœ & ŔŔ

• Adult grief support group meeting at Holy Trinity Church, 6:30 p.m., 715-483-3363.

Webster • Pre-K & kindergarten registration at the school, 715866-8210.

Frederic • AARP tax help at the senior center, 9 a.m.-noon. • Polk-Burnett Retired Teachers Assoc. meeting at St. Dominic’s, 10:30 a.m., 715-349-5233.

THURSĆ Ĺ‘SUNĆ /ŔœőŔŖ St. Croix Falls

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• “James and the Giant Peachâ€? at Festival Theatre. Thurs. 2 and 7:30 p.m.; Fri. & Sat. 7:30 p.m.; Sun. 2 p.m., 715-483-3387, festivaltheatre.org.

• Final suicide prevention seminar at the high school, 6:30-8 p.m., 715-463-5165, Ext. 160.

Luck

THURSDAY/Ŕœ

• Lions Bingo at the hall, 5:30-8:30 p.m.

Amery

Milltown • Friends of Victims of Violence support group at North Valley Lutheran, 6 p.m., 800-261-7233. • Friends of the Library meeting at the library, 6:30 p.m., 715-825-2313.

Webster • AARP tax help at the library, 8:30-11:15 a.m., 715-8667697.

FRIDAY/Ĺ“Ĺ— Frederic

• Primetimers senior group monthly get-together at Crosswalk Community Church, 12:30-2:30 p.m.

Grantsburg • AARP tax help at the library, 8:30 a.m.-noon, 715-4632244.

Milltown • Fish fry at VFW 6856, 4:30-7 p.m. • Candidate meet and greet at the library, 5-7 p.m., 715825-2313.

SATĆ & SUNĆ /Ĺ“Ĺ˜ & Ĺ“Ĺ™ St. Croix Falls • “James and the Giant Peachâ€? at Festival Theatre. Sat. 7:30 p.m.; Sun. 2 p.m., 715-483-3387.

SATURDAY/Ĺ“Ĺ˜ Amery • Farm, Feral & Stray dinner fundraiser at the senior center, 4:30-6:30 p.m., 715-501-8488.

Frederic • Author Suz Byerly Thomson at the library, 10 a.m., 715-327-4979.

• AARP tax help at the senior center, 9 a.m.-noon.

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Siren

• %HQHÀW GLQQHU IRU 7RGG 1RUODQGHU at the Legion hall, 4-8 p.m.

• Public meeting on school safety at the school auditorium, 6 p.m.

Webster

• Potluck at the senior center. Setup at 11:30 a.m., lunch at noon, games to follow, 715-656-3583. • AARP tax help at the library, 10 a.m.-noon, 715-8667697.

West Sweden

• Broadway Comes to West Sweden at Grace Lutheran Church, 2 & 7 p.m.

SUNDAY/œř Balsam Lake • St. Joseph’s Day celebration at Our Lady of The Lakes Catholic Church, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

Grantsburg • Spring walk at Crex Meadows, 1-3 p.m. Preregister, 715-463-2739, crexmeadows.org.

Luck • Spaghetti dinner fundraiser at Bone Lake Lutheran Church, 4:30-7p.m.

St. Croix Falls • Corned beef and cabbage dinner at the senior center, 12:30 p.m., 715-483-1901. • Breakfast at the Legion hall, 8 a.m.-noon.

Yellow Lake

Grantsburg • &UH[ 0HDGRZV EHQHÀW GLQQHU ZLWK VSHDNHU 6SDUN\ Stensaas, 6-9 p.m. Preregister, crexmeadows.org, 715463-2739.

• St. Patrick’s Day parade. Assembles at noon at Gandy Dancer Saloon.

• Community Homestead’s spring craft and organic food fair, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., communityhomestead.org, 715294-3038.

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Osceola

MONDAY/œŚ • RSVP deadline for Polk County Republican Party Lincoln Day Dinner at Trollhaugen, 715-755-2644.

St. Croix Falls

• Autism support group at the government center, 7 p.m. • Polk-Burnett Bee Association meeting at the justice center, 8 p.m., 715-327-5525. • Wisconsin Democracy Campaign speaker Mike McCabe at the government center, 7 p.m.

Center City, Minn. • Women’s health conference at Hazelden Cork Center, 5:30 p.m., with speaker, 6:30 - 8:45 p.m., 651-257-8806.

• Bowls of Hope fundraiser at the high school, 5-7 p.m.

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TUESDAY/Ĺ“Ĺ›

• Grades 1-3 spring concert, at the elementary school, 7 p.m.

Amery • AARP tax help at the senior center, 9 a.m.-noon.

Clam Falls • Coffee hour at the Clam Falls Lutheran Church, 9 a.m.

Dairyland • Outdoor veterans retreat, check dairylandvets.org for location.

Frederic • Arts board public forum at the library, 7 p.m.

Luck • Ruby’s Pantry at Home & Away Ministries. Doors open at 11:30 a.m. $15 cash donation appreciated. Distribution noon-1 p.m., 715-472-2535. • Luck area ACS Walk/Run kickoff breakfast at Oakwood Inn, 7-8 a.m., 715-327-8502.

Milltown • The Compassionate Friends Chapter of the Northwoods meets at Milltown Lutheran Church, 7 p.m., 715553-1152, compassionatefriends.org.

St. Croix Falls • +HDOWK WDON RQ IHHW ÀWQHVV at the medical center, 5:30-6:30 p.m., scrmc.org, 800-828-3627.

Webster • Burnett County Democrats meeting at Whitetail Wilderness Resort. Dinner 6 p.m., meeting 7-9 p.m.

Book fair held at Siren Schools

Grantsburg

• Deer Hunter Forum at Crex Meadows, 7-9 p.m., dnr.wi.gov.

Luck

• American Legion and Auxiliary meeting at the village hall with potluck supper at 6:30 p.m.

Siren • %HQHĂ€W IRU )DLWK¡V /RGJH at Adventures, 715-349-8500.

St. Croix Falls • Diabetes support group at the medical center, 6-8 p.m., 715-483-0431.

Webster

• Second Harvest food distribution at Connections, noon-5 p.m.

FRIĆ Ĺ‘SUNĆ /ŔŔőŔŖ Webster • The play, “When In Rome ...,â€? will be presented at the high school. Fri. & Sat. 7 p.m.; Sun. 2 p.m.

FRIDAY/ŔŔ Osceola • Kindergarten round-up for 5-year-olds (before Sept. 1) at the elem. school, 715-294-3457.

ONGOING Every Day AA &/or AlAnon, Polk & Burnett counties, 715-931-8262 for time/location. Amery, 715-268-8431, meetings.intheroomscom.

Every Monday Indianhead Barbershop Chorus meets at the Balsam Lake old courthouse, 7:30 p.m., 715-483-9202. Baby and Me class - Amery Medical Center, 1-2 p.m. Grief Share support group at Centennial Hall, Amery, 715-268-2176 or 715-268-8360. Moms in Prayer, First Baptist, Amery, 1:30-2:30 p.m., 715-268-5408. Play group for children and caretakers at the Burnett County Family Resource Center, 10 - 11:30 a.m.

Open Topic support group, 6:30 p.m. Call for location, 800-261-7233, Polk County. Christian 12-Step Recovery group at Faith Lutheran Church, Balsam Lake, 7-8 p.m., 715-566-4215.

Every Tuesday Bingo - Burnett County Moose Lodge, Siren, 6 p.m.

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Sexual assault support group, Polk County, 800-2617233 for location, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Domestic violence and sexual assault support group, 5:15 p.m. Call for location, 800-261-7233, Burnett County.

Every Wednesday Free playtime with your toddler at Our Lady of the Lakes Catholic Church,10-11:30 a.m., 715-557-0630.

Every Thursday

The Latch breastfeeding support group at the St. Croix Regional Medical Center, 10:30 a.m.-noon, 715-483-0576. Play group for children and caretakers at the Burnett County Family Resource Center, 10-11:30 a.m.

Every Friday Domestic violence support group, 10-11 a.m. Call for location, 800-261-7233, Polk County.

Every Saturday AA meets at the West Denmark Lutheran Church, rural Luck, 9 - 10 a.m.

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